Elementary Summer Program
Community
Community Chest, Inc. has a line-up of fun, positive and supervised learning experiences for youth from kindergarten through high school the summer. Call for fees.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Masonic Hall, North 'C' Street.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Nosotros por Nosotros art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
Carson City Arts Initiative's Courthouse Gallery presents "Nosotros por Nosotros: Latinos in Nevada Tell Their History," an exhibition featuring photographs that explore the traditions and transitions experienced by Nevada's Latino communities.
Contact email: christinabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Carson AT&T Pioneers meeting
Community
Event description: Cost of dinner $16; a volunteer service and community organization open to the public. RSVP requested. Contact phone: 882-5205.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Tito's Mexican Restaurant, East William Street, Carson City.
Muscle Powered Walk
Outdoor/Recreation
Event description: Meet leader Donna Inversin at the east end of Snyder Avenue and Gentry Lane. Must be member and may join at start of walk. www.musclepowered.org. Contact email: d_inversin@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 315-6763.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Prison Hill.
Dinner Murder Mystery Theatre 'Death of a Doornail'
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: 'Death of Doornail' will entertain and engage you and certainly make you laugh. Dinner and play are $25. Contact email: comstockwildhorses@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 847-0433 or (866) 422-1956.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Piper's Opera House, B and Union streets, Virginia City, Nevada.
General Membership meeting
Community
Event description: Group will discuss library support, new board members, membership, volunteers for booth at Dayton Valley Days and fundraising, include quilt raffles. All library supporters invited. Contact email: lballatore@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 775-246-3870.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Dayton Branch Library meeting room, 431 Old Dayton Valley Road, Dayton, NV 89403.
The Buddy Emmer Band performs
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday-Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight. Contact phone: 882-1626.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008, 7:00 PM – Sunday, August 24, 2008, 12:00 AM.
Carson Nugget Show Lounge, 507 N. Carson St. Carson City.
Elementary Summer Program
Community
Community Chest, Inc. has a line-up of fun, positive and supervised learning experiences for youth from kindergarten through high school the summer. Call for fees.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Masonic Hall, North 'C' Street.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Nosotros por Nosotros art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
Carson City Arts Initiative's Courthouse Gallery presents "Nosotros por Nosotros: Latinos in Nevada Tell Their History," an exhibition featuring photographs that explore the traditions and transitions experienced by Nevada's Latino communities.
Contact email: christinabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Dancing for your Health
Community
Event description: Low impact ballroom dance instruction by Thane Cornell. Cost $5. Contact email: taylor9860@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 775-885-0552.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Carson City Senior Citizens Center, 911 Beverly Drive.
Battle Born Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution meet
Community
Event description: Women interested in volunteer work on educational issues, patriotism and history are welcome. Contact phone: 883-7972, 882-8572.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
B'Sghetti's Restaurant, 318 N. Carson St. Carson City.
Carson City Farmers Market
Community
Features fresh produce, flowers and other vendors, plus food and refreshment.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Pony Express Pavilion, Mills Park, East William Street.
Second annual New Teachers Ice Cream Social
Community
Event description: Held to welcome teachers and the Carson City School District's new superintendent to the school district. RSVP requested. Contact phone: 882-3854.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Governor's Mansion garden, 600 N. Mountain St. Carson City.
Dayton Valley Soccer signups
Outdoor/Recreation
Event description: Final fall sign-ups. Contact phone: 334-9752.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Santa Maria Park, Santa Maria Ranch, Dayton.
For more info visit www.daytonvalleysoccer.org. Auditions for comedy play
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Auditions for a funny Halloween play. All ages may try out, directed by Jan Duke. Contact email: jandukenv@aol.com. Contact phone: 775 336-7979.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008, 6:00 PM.
Dayton Valley Golf Club banquet room, 101 Palmer Drive, Dayton.
Elementary Summer Program
Community
Community Chest, Inc. has a line-up of fun, positive and supervised learning experiences for youth from kindergarten through high school the summer. Call for fees.
Thursday, August 21, 2008, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Masonic Hall, North 'C' Street.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Thursday, August 21, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Nosotros por Nosotros art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
Carson City Arts Initiative's Courthouse Gallery presents "Nosotros por Nosotros: Latinos in Nevada Tell Their History," an exhibition featuring photographs that explore the traditions and transitions experienced by Nevada's Latino communities.
Contact email: christinabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Thursday, August 21, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Thursday, August 21, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Senator Richard Bryan Speech: Health Care in Crisis
Government/Politics
Event description: Send an e-mail for free day pass available to Nevadans who would like to hear Senator Bryan discuss the current health care crisis. Contact email: jbenedict@gbpca.org. Contact phone: 775-887-0417, ext. 116.
Thursday, August 21, 2008, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Zephyr Point Presbyterian Conference Center, Zephyr Cove.
Bingo
Community
Enjoy an afternoon of fun and relaxation; refreshments served.
Thursday, August 21, 2008, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Carson City Senior Citizens Center, 911 Beverly Drive.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Friday, August 22, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Nosotros por Nosotros art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
Carson City Arts Initiative's Courthouse Gallery presents "Nosotros por Nosotros: Latinos in Nevada Tell Their History," an exhibition featuring photographs that explore the traditions and transitions experienced by Nevada's Latino communities.
Contact email: christinabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Friday, August 22, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Friday, August 22, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
"Lead Them to Learn" benefit
Community
Event description: Benefit helps youth with clothes, shoes, school supplies and scholarships. Food and drink specials, auction features local fire department, sheriff, first lady Dawn Gibbons, Tony Hawk and other famous celebrities and great packages from local businesses. Live music by Hot for Teacher. Contact phone: 882-7777; 883-1976.
Friday, August 22, 2008, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St. Carson City.
Fridays @ Third Street dance party
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Features live music by The Shane Dwight Blues Band. Food and refreshment available. Contact phone: 884-4411, 883-1369.
Friday, August 22, 2008, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Third and South Carson streets, Carson City.
Reno Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Includes cowboy poetry readings and musical performances, open mic session, documentary screenings, photography exhibitions, food and vendor booths. Tickets start at $20; weekend packages available. Contact phone: 830-7087.
Friday, August 22, 2008, 7:00 PM – Saturday, August 23, 2008, 10:00 PM.
Bartley Ranch Regional Park, Reno.
"The TOCCATA Winds"
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Program includes Mozart’s Quintet for Piano and Winds in E flat Major as well as works by Saint-Saens and local composer Gary Buchanan. Soprano soloist Anna Helwing will also perform several selections with the group. General admission $15 for adults, $12 for seniors (62-older) $5 for students with valid ID and free for children 11-younger accompanied by a paying adult. Preferred seating is $25 per person. Contact email: coasters45@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 775-267-1720.
Friday, August 22, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Trinity Episcopal Church, Reno.
For more info visit www.toccatatahoe.com. Comedy Night Live
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Advance tickets $20; $25 after Aug. 21. Features comedians Karen Rontowski, Adam Stone and host/producer Kat Simmons. Contact phone: 783-6679.
Friday, August 22, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Carson Valley Inn, Highway 395, Gardnerville.
Decades first-ever Rock and Roll Hullabaloo fundraiser
Community
Event description: Includes golf tournament, car show, silent auction, raffle prizes, food and refreshment, live music featuring Swamp Donkey, Rustler,s Manacle, Max Volume Band and the Ron Toews All-Star Band. Contact email: sfsteri@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 691-1995.
Saturday, August 23, 2008.
Decades Bar and Grill, 1475 Hot Springs Road, Carson City, NV.
Mound House Flea Market
Community
Free admission to the public.
Ticket Phone: 246-1618.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 8:00 AM – Sunday, August 24, 2008, 8:00 AM.
The Antique Mall, 10104 Highway 50 East, Mound House.
Open House
Health/Wellness
Event description: Learn how to get a total body workout; meet the staff. First 100 new members get 66 percent off service fee. Contact phone: 884-9111.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 8:00 AM – Sunday, August 24, 2008, 6:00 PM.
Curves, 272 E. Winnie Lane, Carson City.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Buddhist Retreat
Community
Event description: Suitable for all levels of meditators, attend one or both days with meditator and author Amita Schmidt. Contact email: kathyS@clearwire.net. Contact phone: 775-841-0210.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 9:00 AM – Sunday, August 24, 2008, 4:30 PM.
Washoe Valley.
Carson City Downtown Family Events (Pop Up Park)
Community
Event description: Includes bouncy houses, face painting, karate and dance demonstrations, arts and crafts, story time. Contact phone: (775) 887-2101.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Telegraph Square, Third and South Curry streets, Carson City.
Downtown Farmers Market
Community
Ticket Phone: 882-6741.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Third and South Curry streets, Carson City.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
"Art at Greenhouse Garden Center" display
Community
Event description - swift test: Features art of more than 20 Northern Nevada artists, demonstrations, food available from the CHS band boosters plus blood donations with United Blood Services. Contact phone: 882-8600.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Greenhouse Garden Center, 2450 S. Curry St.
Fifth annual Art at the Greenhouse Art Show and Sale
Community
Free event features artists selling their art, Carson High School Band Boosters selling food and refreshments; United Blood Services blood drive.
Contact: 882-8600.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Greenhouse Garden Center, 2450 S. Curry St. Carson City.
Anne Marie Concert on Telegraph Square
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Popular Northern Nevada teen singer Anne Marie will perform a family concert of pop/R&B/country and showtunes. Contact email: annemariefanclub@mac.com. Contact phone: 775-240-1222.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Telegraph Square, downtown Carson City.
For more info visit web.mac.com. Live It Up at the Lake!
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: An unforgettable day of pampering, fun, indulgence and most of all, hope. Benefit event features Grammy award-winner Rita Coolidge, luxury spa experience, hosted beverages/cocktails, and signature lakeside dining catered by Men Wielding Fire. Tickets $350 individual, $2,500 for a table of eight. Proceeds benefit Carson Tahoe Cancer Center. Contact email: info@ctrh.org. Contact phone: 775-886-7371.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Lake Shore Blvd, Incline Village.
Flat Track Racing series
Sports
Event description: Open to all motorcycles and quad ATVs, setups and tire types: stock, knobby, open traction — Class C. Separate mini-course for kids; safe, fun and challenging. Divisions available for kids and beginners. Contact phone: 997-4548.
Saturday, August 23, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Thunder Bowl Speedway, Thunder Road, Mound House.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Sunday, August 24, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Sunday, August 24, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
On-Farm Green Market
Community
Certified Organic Produce grown in the area.
Contact email: customgardens@mindspring.com. Contact phone: 775-577-2069.
Sunday, August 24, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Custom Gardens Organic Produce Farm, 3701 Elm St. Silver Springs.
Meeting of Gen. William P. Carlin Camp 25, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War
Community
Event description: One-hour meeting followed by Eric Moody giving a presentation of Civil War-related materials held by the Nevada Historical Society (NHS). Moody is a curator at the NHS. The SUVCW is the heir organization to the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR), which was the premier Civil War Union veterans' group between 1866-1949. Contact email: davis3950@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 775-972-7420.
Sunday, August 24, 2008, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
VFW Post 9211 Hall, 255 Burris Lane, Reno.
For more info visit www.suvpac.org. Just Kids/before and after school
Community
Event description: Safe, affordable before and after school programs for kindergarten through 5th grade. Contact email: mnolan@lyon-county.org. Contact phone: 775-577-5009, ext 24.
Monday, August 25, 2008, 6:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Dayton Elementary, Riverview Elementary, Sutro Elementary.
Western Nevada College Art Show
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Features work by WNC faculty in a broad range of formats. Contact phone: 445-3000.
Monday, August 25, 2008, 8:00 AM – Friday, September 19, 2008, 5:00 PM.
Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Parkway, Main Gallery.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Monday, August 25, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Nosotros por Nosotros art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
Carson City Arts Initiative's Courthouse Gallery presents "Nosotros por Nosotros: Latinos in Nevada Tell Their History," an exhibition featuring photographs that explore the traditions and transitions experienced by Nevada's Latino communities.
Contact email: christinabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Monday, August 25, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Monday, August 25, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Documentary on Mining Prospectors
Community
Event description: View a documentary on the mining prospectors of Nevada. Still hunting today, prospectors search the desert in hopes of finding the next big strike. Contact email: tmoiola@nevadaculture.org. Contact phone: 775-688-1191.
Monday, August 25, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Nevada Historical Society, 1650 N. Virginia St. Reno.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Nosotros por Nosotros art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
Carson City Arts Initiative's Courthouse Gallery presents "Nosotros por Nosotros: Latinos in Nevada Tell Their History," an exhibition featuring photographs that explore the traditions and transitions experienced by Nevada's Latino communities.
Contact email: christinabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Women's Social
Community
Event description: Free, open to the public, hosted by enrichment coordinator Laura Thomas. Reservations requested. Contact phone: 883-1221.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Carson Plaza, 2120 E. Long St. Carson City.
Tina and Company perform
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday-Saturday 8 p.m. to midnight. Contact phone: 882-1626.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 7:00 PM – Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 AM.
Carson Nugget Show Lounge, 507 N. Carson St.
Tuesday Lecture series, Cool River Trio bluegrass and cowboy music
Community
Event description - swift test: Features John Grantham; dinner buffet available from 5-7 p.m. $25; lecture only $15. Contact phone: 847-0111.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Gold Hill Hotel, 1540 Main St. Gold Hill.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Nosotros por Nosotros art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
Carson City Arts Initiative's Courthouse Gallery presents "Nosotros por Nosotros: Latinos in Nevada Tell Their History," an exhibition featuring photographs that explore the traditions and transitions experienced by Nevada's Latino communities.
Contact email: christinabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Dancing for your Health
Community
Event description: Low impact ballroom dance instruction by Thane Cornell. Cost $5. Contact email: taylor9860@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 775-885-0552.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Carson City Senior Citizens Center, 911 Beverly Drive.
Carson City Farmers Market
Community
Features fresh produce, flowers and other vendors, plus food and refreshment.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Pony Express Pavilion, Mills Park, East William Street.
Carson City Symphony rehearsal begins
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: A community orchestra conducted by David Bugli. Open to string players at any time without audition; other instrumentalists as positions are available. Contact phone: 883-4154.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 7:15 PM – 9:30 PM.
Carson High School band room, 1111 N. Saliman Road, Carson City.
Beyond Networking for Women - Get Pampered and Network!
Business
Event description: It is a fun, new and refreshing networking group for women only, who meet once a month, network and get pampered. There will be complimentary services: Chair massage, light hors d oeuvres and wine. Contact email: beyondbusinessforwomen@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-219-4901.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
538 West Plumb Lane, Reno, NV 89509.
For more info visit www.beyond-business-for-women.com. Carnival at Dayton Valley Golf Club
Community
Event description: Rides for all ages and the carnival foods. Bring the whole family and on Thursday and Friday, get an all access wristband for only $20; Thursday and Friday, the carnival is open from 4-10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1-10 p.m. Contact email: debra@daytonvalley.com. Contact phone: 775-246-7888 ext. 708.
Thursday, August 28, 2008 – Sunday, August 31, 2008.
Dayton Valley Golf and Country Club, 101 Palmer Drive,
Dayton, NV 89403.
Special Green Fees at Dayton Valley Golf Club
Sports
Event description: Green fees $50 during carnival. Call the Golf Shop today to set up a tee time for you and a friend, or bring a group out. Contact email: debra@daytonvalley.com. Contact phone: (775) 246-7888 ext 1.
Thursday, August 28, 2008 – Sunday, August 31, 2008.
Dayton Valley Golf and Country Club, 101 Palmer Drive,
Dayton, NV 89403.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Thursday, August 28, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Nosotros por Nosotros art exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
Carson City Arts Initiative's Courthouse Gallery presents "Nosotros por Nosotros: Latinos in Nevada Tell Their History," an exhibition featuring photographs that explore the traditions and transitions experienced by Nevada's Latino communities.
Contact email: christinabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Thursday, August 28, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Thursday, August 28, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Bingo
Community
Enjoy an afternoon of fun and relaxation; refreshments served.
Thursday, August 28, 2008, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Carson City Senior Citizens Center, 911 Beverly Drive.
Cancer 101
Health/Wellness
Event description: Dr. Kelle Brogan will be speaking on how to make the best choices for end of life decisions. The event will be held in the upstairs conference room. Contact email: michelle.thomas@ctrh.org. Contact phone: 775-445-7508.
Thursday, August 28, 2008, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Carson Tahoe Cancer Center, 1535 Medical Parkway , Carson City, Nevada.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Friday, August 29, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Friday, August 29, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Fridays @ Third Street dance party
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Features live music by The Nitecry Band. Food and refreshment available. Contact phone: 884-4411, 883-1369.
Friday, August 29, 2008, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Third and South Carson streets, Carson City.
Best of Broadway — on the Beach
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: This musical theater medley, designed especially for the Shakespeare Festival, is filled with live music, song and spectacular dancing. Contact phone: 800 74-SHOWS.
Friday, August 29, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Sand Harbor State Park.
Best of Broadway with the Sierra Nevada Ballet
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: This musical theater medley, designed especially for the Shakespeare Festival, is filled with live music, song and spectacular dancing. Contact email: info@sierranevadaballet.com. Contact phone: (775) 783-3223.
Friday, August 29, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Sand Harbor State Park, Lake Tahoe.
Mound House Flea Market
Community
Free admission to the public.
Ticket Phone: 246-1618.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:00 AM – Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:00 AM.
The Antique Mall, 10104 Highway 50 East, Mound House.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Carson City Downtown Family Events (Pop Up Park)
Community
Event description: Includes bouncy houses, face painting, karate and dance demonstrations, arts and crafts, story time. Contact phone: (775) 887-2101.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Telegraph Square, Third and South Curry streets, Carson City.
Downtown Farmers Market
Community
Ticket Phone: 882-6741.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Third and South Curry streets, Carson City.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
David John & the Comstock Cowboys
Community
Event description: Outdoor concert includes vendors and barbecue, bring a blanket or lawn chairs and your family. Kids 10-younger are free ( meal cost is $5). Contact email: debra@daytonvalley.com. Contact phone: 775-246-7888 ext. 708.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Dayton Valley Golf and Country Club, 101 Palmer Drive,
Dayton, NV 89403.
Hot Summer Swing
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: The High Sierra Swing Dance Club is the host for West Coast swing, East Coast swing, ballroom, country, Latin. Music provided by DJ Joel Johnson. No partner neede; $7 for club members (including sister clubs) and $10 for nonmembers. Contact email: PublicRelations@HighSierraSDC.org. Contact phone: 775-546-6154.
Saturday, August 30, 2008, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Brewery Arts Center Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St. Carson City NV 89703.
For more info visit www.highsierrasdc.org. Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
On-Farm Green Market
Community
Certified Organic Produce grown in the area.
Contact email: customgardens@mindspring.com. Contact phone: 775-577-2069.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Custom Gardens Organic Produce Farm, 3701 Elm St. Silver Springs.
Free Guy Rocha — Comstock Labor Lecture
Community
Event description: Nevada State Archivist Guy Rocha speaks about Labor on the Comstock. Reservations preferred. Contact email: history@livingsteam.com. Contact phone: 775 229-1818.
Sunday, August 31, 2008, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Ramada Virginia City, 100 N. E St. Virginia City, Nevada 89440.
For more info visit www.livingsteam.com. "Wild Horses" Art Exhibit and Sale
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Northern Nevada artists are featured, which showcases our beloved mustangs in a variety of media. Contact email: artisans@artisansinternationalinc.com. Contact phone: 775 783-8881.
Monday, September 1, 2008 – Saturday, December 20, 2008.
Artisans International Gallery, 1653 Lucerne St. Suite B
Minden, NV 89423.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Monday, September 1, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Muscle Powered Walk
Outdoor/Recreation
Event description: Meet leader Donna Inversin just before the club house. Must be member and may join at start of walk. www.musclepowered.org. Contact email: d_inversin@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 315-6763.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Centennial Park.
The Method performs
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday-Saturday 8 p.m. to midnight. No cover charge. Contact phone: 882-1626.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 7:00 PM – Sunday, September 7, 2008, 12:00 AM.
Carson Nugget Show Lounge, 507 N. Carson St.
Tuesday Lecture series, The Confederate Hunley — the Boat and its Story
Community
Event description - swift test: Presented by John Nevins; buffet dinner available from 5-7 p.m. $15; lecture only $5. Contact phone: 847-0111.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Gold Hill Hotel. 1540 Main St. Gold Hill.
Life Line Screening
Health/Wellness
Event description: Screenings are fast, painless and affordable and help identify potential health problems such as blocked arteries and irregular heart rhythm, abdominal aortic aneurysms, and hardening of the arteries in the legs, which is a strong predictor of heart disease. A bone density screening to assess osteoporosis risk is also offered. Pre-registration is required. Contact phone: 800-324-1851.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008.
First Baptist Church, 1750 Mountain St. Carson City NV 89703.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Gallery reception for displaying artists
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Artwork features work by college faculty in a broad range of formats; reception open to the public. Contact phone: 445-3000.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Western Nevada College Main Gallery, 2201 W. College Parkway.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Bingo
Community
Enjoy an afternoon of fun and relaxation; refreshments served.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Carson City Senior Citizens Center, 911 Beverly Drive.
New Scout round up
Community
Event description: If interested but unable to attend, call Jim Shurtliff at 423-6911 or Jeff Hurley at 354-3095. Contact email: happy2bfamily@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-624-8867.
Thursday, September 4, 2008, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Numa Elementary School gymnasium, Fallon.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Friday, September 5, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Friday, September 5, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Mound House Flea Market
Community
Free admission to the public.
Ticket Phone: 246-1618.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 8:00 AM – Sunday, September 7, 2008, 8:00 AM.
The Antique Mall, 10104 Highway 50 East, Mound House.
Rummage Sale
Community
Event description: Includes variety of miscellaneous items, plus refreshments for purchase. Contact phone: 882-1032.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
First Presbyterian Church Family Life Center, corner of Division and West Musser streets, Carson City.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Carson City Downtown Family Events (Pop Up Park)
Community
Event description: Includes bouncy houses, face painting, karate and dance demonstrations, arts and crafts, story time. Contact phone: (775) 887-2101.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Telegraph Square, Third and South Curry streets, Carson City.
Carson City Historical Society Yard Sale
Community
Event description: Includes art, antiques and collectibles. Contact phone: 882-4726, 721-1903.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Foreman-Roberts House Park, 1207 N. Carson St.
Downtown Farmers Market
Community
Ticket Phone: 882-6741.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Third and South Curry streets, Carson City.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
"Trees for Fall Colors" free seminar
Community
Event description - swift test: Presented by David Ruf, learn about summer shade trees that do well in our area. Contact phone: 882-8600.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Greenhouse Garden Center, 2450 S. Curry St. Carson City.
Kids Auction and Worlds Greatest BBQ
Community
Event description: Annual event features concert by Pablo Cruise to benefit Boys & Girls Club of Western Nevada. Contact email: Halh@bgcwn.org. Contact phone: 882-8820.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Pony Express Pavalion at Mills Park, Carson City.
Tin Cup Tea and Chuckwagon Barbecue, Nevada State Museum Annual Fundraiser
Community
Event description: Event features the Quebe Sisters Band to headline the event which features a western barbecue, entertainment, dancing and live and silent auctions. Guests will be offered tours of the Governor’s Mansion and a chance to view a unique exhibit of historic Nevada clothing and textiles. Cost is $50 per person, tickets may be purchased by calling Holly at the Nevada State Museum. Contact email: tmoiola@nevadaculture.org. Contact phone: 775-687-4810 ext. 222.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Governor's Mansion, 600 N. Mountain St. Carson City.
Flat Track Racing series
Sports
Event description: Open to all motorcycles and quad ATVs, setups and tire types: stock, knobby, open traction — Class C. Separate mini-course for kids; safe, fun and challenging. Divisions available for kids and beginners. Contact phone: 997-4548.
Saturday, September 6, 2008, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Thunderbowl Speedway, Thunder Road, Mound House.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Sunday, September 7, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Sunday, September 7, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
On-Farm Green Market
Community
Certified Organic Produce grown in the area.
Contact email: customgardens@mindspring.com. Contact phone: 775-577-2069.
Sunday, September 7, 2008, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Custom Gardens Organic Produce Farm, 3701 Elm St. Silver Springs.
12th annual Corpus Christi End of Summer Festival
Community
Event description: Features food and refreshment for purchase, music, ice cream social, games, bingo and more. Proceeds benefit church's building fund. Contact phone: 882-1967.
Sunday, September 7, 2008, 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Corpus Christ Catholic Community, 5335 Snyder Ave. Carson City.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Monday, September 8, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Monday, September 8, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Carson City Music Club
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: The Chorus of the Comstock , a local barbershop chorus and quartet, will perform; cost $8 at door. Refreshments served after the program; membership not needed to attend. Contact email: diannecooper24@msn.com. Contact phone: 775-720-9058.
Monday, September 8, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King St. Carson City, NV.
Carson City Raiders Booster Club game watch
Community
Event description: Raiders versus Broncos. A fundraiser to adopt homebound seniors at Christmas, includes raffle. All football fans welcome. Contact phone: 232-9700 or 315-3518.
Monday, September 8, 2008, 7:15 PM – 10:15 PM.
Q's Barbecue, 230 Fairview Drive, Carson City.
"Fall Foliage" Art Exhibit and Sale
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Northern Nevada artists are featured in the exhibit and sale. Light refreshments and wine served from 3-5 p.m. Sept. 13 at reception. Contact email: artisans@artisansinternationalinc.com. Contact phone: 775 783-8881.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008 – Saturday, October 25, 2008.
Artisans International Gallery, 1653 Lucerne St. Suite B
Minden, NV 89423.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Create a Loving Legacy
Community
Event description: Create a legacy statement revealing your guiding principles, beliefs and values morally as well as financially. Cost $29 per person. Contact email: workshops@creativeestate.org. Contact phone: Linda, 445-4268.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Parkway.
For more info visit www.creativeestate.org. Muscle Powered Walk
Outdoor/Recreation
Event description: Meet leader Donna Inversin at the end of Bohr Drive. Must be member and may join at start of walk. www.musclepowered.org. Contact email: d_inversin@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 315-6763.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Centennial Park's back door.
Michael Clark Project performs
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday-Saturday 8 p.m. to midnight. Contact phone: 882-1626.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 7:00 PM – Sunday, September 14, 2008, 12:00 AM.
Carson Nugget Show Lounge, 507 N. Carson St.
Tuesday Lecture series, The Attack on Pearl Harbor and the heroic actions of the battleship USS Nevada
Community
Event description - swift test: Presented by Vince Travens; dinner buffet available from 5-7 p.m. $15, lecture only $5. Contact phone: 847-0111.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Gold Hill Hotel, 1540 Main St. Gold Hill.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
TOCCATA Festival Finale Features Brahms Requiem
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Group concludes with the annual 9/11 Memorial concert series dedicated to victims of the 9/11 tragedy. General admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors (62-older) $5 for students with valid ID and free for children under 12 accompanied by a paying adult. Preferred seating is $25 per person. Contact email: coasters45@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 775-267-1720.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
St. Teresa of Avila Church, 3000 N. Lompa Lane, Carson City.
For more info visit www.toccatatahoe.com. Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Thursday, September 11, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Thursday, September 11, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Bingo
Community
Enjoy an afternoon of fun and relaxation; refreshments served.
Thursday, September 11, 2008, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Carson City Senior Citizens Center, 911 Beverly Drive.
Folk music performed
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Featuring Mary Kay's 9/11 folk song "Go Ask the Rain," Gairin is the local folk duo of Tom and Mary Kay Aufrance, and their folk music ranges from quiet to quite rowdy. Contact phone: (775) 267-0755.
Thursday, September 11, 2008, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Borders Bookstore Cafe, 911 Topsy Lane, north Douglas County, NV.
For more info visit aufrance.com. TOCCATA Festival Finale Features Brahms Requiem
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: Group concludes with the annual 9/11 Memorial concert series dedicated to victims of the 9/11 tragedy. General admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors (62-older) $5 for students with valid ID and free for children under 12 accompanied by a paying adult. Preferred seating is $25 per person. Contact email: coasters45@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 775-267-1720.
Thursday, September 11, 2008, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Trinity Episcopal Church, Reno.
For more info visit www.toccatatahoe.com. Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Friday, September 12, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Friday, September 12, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
First-ever Lyon County Sheriff Golf Tournament
Community
Event description: Shotgun start; $60 per person includes 18 holes with cart and barbecue, various prizes. Proceeds to DARE, GREAT, Child Find, VIP, Search and Rescue, Lyon County Sheriff Association. Contact phone: 246-7676.
Friday, September 12, 2008, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Dayton Valley Golf and Country Club, 101 Palmer Drive, Dayton, NV.
Capital Views: Photography and History
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In celebration of Carson City's 150th anniversary Capital City Arts Initiative presents "Capital Views: Photography and History" at its Couthouse Gallery. The exhibition is of photographs from the archives of the Nevada Appeal, Nevada Historical Society, Nevada State Museum and Reno Gazette Journal. Contact email: chrisitnabruce19@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-721-7936.
Friday, September 12, 2008, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Carson City Courthouse, 885 E. Musser St. Carson City.
Mound House Flea Market
Community
Free admission to the public.
Ticket Phone: 246-1618.
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 8:00 AM – Sunday, September 14, 2008, 8:00 AM.
The Antique Mall, 10104 Highway 50 East, Mound House.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Organizing for Your Brain Type Workshop
Community
Contact email: workshops@creativeestate.org. Contact phone: Linda, 445-4268.
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
Western Nevada College, 2201 W. College Parkway.
For more info visit www.creativeestate.org. Carson City Downtown Family Events (Pop Up Park)
Community
Event description: Includes bouncy houses, face painting, karate and dance demonstrations, arts and crafts, story time. Contact phone: (775) 887-2101.
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Telegraph Square, Third and South Curry streets, Carson City.
Downtown Farmers Market
Community
Ticket Phone: 882-6741.
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Third and South Curry streets, Carson City.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
"Fall Bulbs for Spring Color" free seminar
Community
Event description: Presented by David Ruf, learn how to have more color than you ever imagined in your yard. Contact phone: 882-8600.
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Greenhouse Garden Center, 2450 S. Curry St. Carson City.
"Fall Container Planting with Janet" free seminar
Community
Event description - swift test: Presented by Janet Snipes, learn how to create a beautiful and bountiful container display. Contact phone: 882-8600.
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Greenhouse Garden Center, 2450 S. Curry St. Carson City.
American Lung Association of Nevada Asthma Walk
Community
Event description: Fundraiser brings awareness of asthma to the community. Visit www.asthmawalk.org. Contact phone: 829-5864.
Sunday, September 14, 2008, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Damonte Ranch High School, 10500 Rio Wrangler Parkway, Reno.
Slot Machines: The Fey Collection
Arts & Entertainment
Event description: In the South Changing Gallery, held over by popular demand. Contact phone: 687-4810, ext. 239 or 245.
Sunday, September 14, 2008, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.
Nevada State Museum
600 N. Carson St.
Out of the Closet: Kaitty Holland Clothing Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment
The Kaitty Holland Collection includes her mother's 1870 Virginia City wedding dress, day dress and numerous ensembles demonstrating the clothing and style of an 1870-1890 Comstock miner's wife.
Contact email: director@fourthwardschool.org. Contact phone: 775-847-0975.
Sunday, September 14, 2008, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Historic Fourth Ward School Museum, 537 S. C St.
Carson City Raiders B