Friday fun in Carson City and Beyond: True Grit, nightlife, and the wisdom of Yoda

Oh, wow. May is starting off with a bang. Today is jam-packed with options for families, adults, and everyone in-between. The True Grit: Carson City Big Read kicked off yesterday, and today you’ll find the original 1969 version of the film playing at the Brewery Arts Center. The Children’s Museum hosts a Friday Fun Night with a True Grit Buckaroo Sing-a-long. Your options hardly end there. With live music, improv and comedy, theater, karaoke, and some pre-Cinco de Mayo celebrations throughout Carson City and beyond, you’ll have plenty of reasons to hit the town.

FRIDAY, May 4: Star Wars Day – May the Fourth be with you

• — ‘Supporting History’ Ninth Annual Carson City Historic Resources Scavenger Hunt: for participation packet and more info, go to http://carson.org/hrc -This year we are focusing on columns, posts, pillars, or pedestals
• — Monthly ‘Breakfast with Supervisor Brad’ Bonokowski at the Cracker Box (7am-8am; open to all Carson City residents; Come with questions about city issues or new ideas you may have; the coffee is on Brad)
• — Annual Student Art Show in the Western Nevada College Main, Atrium and Hallway Galleries in the Bristlecone Building (8am-9pm)
• — “Vistas and Viewpoints” exhibit featuring multi-media works by NAC Visual Arts Fellow Bobbie Ann Howell in the OXS Gallery at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
• — Art Exhibit: ‘Writing from Mars’ solo exhibit by Rick Parsons at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)
• — High School Pic[ks] 2018 in the Community Development building [formerly the BRIC]: 108 E Proctor St (8am-12pm and 1pm-4pm; featuring over three dozen artists from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Pioneer high schools)
• — $1 Dollar Bowling and Shoe Rental Specials (9am-4pm at Carson Lanes; 9am-5pm at Gold Dust West)
• — Jewelry Sale in the Carson Senior Center Lobby: 911 Beverly Way (9am-2pm; Fundraiser for the Meals on Wheels program)
• — NEW: Muscle Powered Friday Morning Walk: Long Ranch Estates - Meet at the Long Ranch Park at the corner of Longview Way and Bristol Place (9am-10am; Some elevation involved on pavement and dirt; Participants are responsible for their own transportation to the hike meeting site; All walks require closed-toed shoes and water. Hats, sunscreen and walking sticks are recommended; friendly, leashed dogs welcome)
• — Story Time Adventures: Cowboy Round Up at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada (9:30am-10:30am; a different story with craft and play each week; museum admission: $6 ages 16-64, $4 ages 2-15, $5 seniors 65+, free for those 1 and younger)
• — ‘Spring has Sprung’ Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — NAA Featured Artist Show showcasing Marisa Saenz and Vicki Kingman in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — CCAI Exhibit: ‘Works: Some Water Some Welded,’ with artwork by artists Susan Glaser Church and Stephen Reid in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center (room open to the public during Carson City official meetings)
• — 54th Anniversary Celebration at DuBois Health Center: 201 East William Street Suite 1 (10am-5:30pm)
• — Mother's Day Craft Fair at the Carson Mall (10am-6pm)
• — First Friday Lunch: fun, games, prizes at Meek’s Lumber: 1405 Industrial Way, Gardnerville (11am-1pm; free; sponsored in part by PPG Pittsburgh Paints)
• — Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Sierra Chapter 403 Luncheon and Chat – Young Eagles fundraiser at 2500 E. College Pkwy (11:15am-1pm; $6 Hamburger or Hot Dog, Condiments and chips are provided; all welcome)
• — TRIAD: "Voting: How Do I Participate?" presented by Aubrey Rowlatt, Chief Deputy Clerk and Sue Merriwether, Clerk-Recorder in the Carson City Senior Center Dining Room: 911 Beverly Drive (11:45am; free to attend; learn about what to expect from this new voting equipment and the reasons for this changed; Raffle tickets for a drawing for a gift basket will be handed out at the door)
• — Noon Music with Dave Leather at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm-2pm; Roots music, Americana, and originals)
• — Star Wars Day: May the Fourth be with You at the Carson City Library (4pm-6pm; Costume Contest 5:30pm –four age groups: Pre-K, Elementary, Teen, and Adult; We will be making lightsabers, Chewbacca puppets, Lego building stations and a Star Wars Photo Booth; Seats and materials are limited, registration is required here: https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/4064862 ; Open to all ages, those 9 and under must be accompanied by someone 13+ at all times)
• — The Third annual ‘May the Fourth Be With You’ Celebration at Minden Park, Minden (4pm-7pm; $2 per wristband to participate in Jedi Training and the Obstacle Course; Star Wars Cantina, art, crafts, photo ops, a costume parade and more; activities for the kids in all of us; food and beverages available; After-party with Star Wars Trivia at the Corner Bar)
• — Cinco de Mayo Tequila Tasting at Cowboy Liquors (5pm-7pm; $3; featuring Corona Premier and Corona Familiar, Don Julio Silver, Corazon Reposado, Casa Amigos, Hornitos Blackbarrel, and Clase Azul Reposado)
• — Live Music with Doug Lubuskin at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)
• — Anti-Bullying Parent Night hosted by Dr. Jill Packman at the Boys and Girls Club: 1870 Russell Way (5:30pm-6:30pm; open to all parents in the community; Refreshments will be provided)
• — Friday Fun Night: True Grit Buckaroo Storytime Sing-a-long Around the Campfire at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada (5:30pm-7:30pm; Don your western wear and enjoy fun activities and a campfire sing-along with special guest cowgirl Maureen Conlin from Arts for Children of Nevada; CMNN members and the first 60 children admitted free, $3 for others; bring an unopened jar of peanut butter to benefit the local food bank and receive your official sheriff’s badge)
• — Open Mic and Jam hosted by Canyon White at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (6pm; free; all ages; Music, comedy, poetry, magic, etc.)
• — Songwriters in the Round at Comma Coffee (6pm-9pm; this month featuring singer/songwriters: Lori Henry-Martin, David J Leather, Greg Austin, and Michelle Pappas)
• — First of the Season: Bike Night at the Battle Born Road House inside Battle Born Harley Davidson (6pm-10pm; Join us for some Cinco de Mayo drink specials, free swag, and some rad bikes; cars welcome, too)
• — Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm)
• — Trivia Night at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (6pm-8pm; no cost to play, light dinner provided, play as a team or individual – prizes for the top three)
• — True Grit’ Kick-Off Weekend Movie Night: True Grit (1969) in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Center (6pm doors open, 6:15pm Keynote Speaker, 7pm film begins; Free entry with a valid Carson City Library Card, otherwise $5 Adults, $3 Seniors and Students)
• — First of the season: CCBMX Friday Night Bikes – May the Fourth Be With You at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex (Signups 6:30pm-7:30pm, racing begins shortly after; $7 for racers; please call/text 775-220-7111 if running late; must be USABMX member; one-day trial memberships and new rider kits available; possible Cinco de Mayo or Star Wars surprises)
• — Live Music featuring Ev Musselman at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (7pm-10pm, Live DJ at 10pm; no cover)
• — Live Music featuring 'N' Time with Richy Rich at Bella Vita Bistro in the Carson Mall: 1304 S Stewart (7pm-10pm)
• — Live Music with the Soul Lads at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)
• — First Friday Funnies: A Night of Improv Comedy with the BAC Blowhards in the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (7pm; family friendly with some PG-13 humor; a $5 donation at the door is appreciated; refreshments and libations available)
• — Cinco de Mayo Karaoke with Millers Entertainment in the Eleventh Frame Winners Lounge at Carson Lanes (7pm-11pm; 21+; raffle for singers, no cover)
• — Rock 'n Bowl Night at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (7pm-11pm; music and laser lights; Bowling Discounts for groups of 10 or more)
• — Carson Valley Community Theatre presents Steve Martin’s ‘The Underpants’ at the CVIC Hall: 1604 Esmerelda, Minden (7:30pm; General Admission $15)
• — Comedian Rodney Norman headlines at Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget (doors open 7:15pm, show starts 8pm; $15; purchase tickets at the Guest Services Desk; must be 21+)
• — Live Music with the Rebekah Chase Band at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• — Steel Rockin’ Karaoke at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)
• — Live Music featuring Cliff Porter’s Full Blast in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• — Live Music with the Escalade at ‘The Loft’ inside the Carson Nugget (9pm-1am)
• — Karaoke with J and M Productions at Whiskey Tavern (9pm; no cover)
• — Dance Party with DJ BeBop at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (10pm; no cover)
• — DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm; no cover, 21+)
• — The Sage Project powered by the Roska Collective at the Sage Lounge inside Battle Born Social: 318 N. Carson St. (10pm; no cover, 21+; Live DJs, Electronic Dance Music)