Thursday’s Things to do around Carson City

UPDATE: WESTSIDE CRUISER RIDE POSTPONED UNTIL THUR 5/31 at 5:30 pm With severe thunderstorm warnings and a flood watch in effect, I feel that it is safer to err on the side of caution. We will hold the ride next week same place and time (BAC 5:30 pm), just one week later (Thur 5/31).
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It’s a happening day around Carson City. Artsy Fartsy is hosting an artist reception celebrating different interpretations of ‘Year of the Dog.’ Find something fun for your home, or just take a look and enjoy a glass of wine. The annual Westside Cruise as part of Bike Month is one of the zanier events. Dress you and your bike up and head off to explore the historic district. This is a rain or shine event, and the weather forecast is suggesting this year’s ride will be the ‘Wetside Westside’ Cruise. There are two outdoor events downtown this evening, and I honestly don’t know if inclement weather will cause them to cancel, so you’ll just have to use your discretion. Carson High Drama is performing their annual Shakespeare in the Park at the Capitol Amphitheatre, and Carson City Classic Cinema Club is hosting a movie in McFadden Plaza. Once again, these are probably weather permitting, so cross your fingers that the rain cooperates.

THURSDAY, May 24: Things to do in Carson City

• — ‘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
• — Exhibit Change at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (closed)
• — 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)
• — Muscle Powered Thursday Hike: Kings Canyon Trail Loop - Meet at the west end of Kings Canyon Road by the trailhead parking lot (8:30am-10am - In case of bad winter weather, we will cancel; friendly, leashed dogs welcome; These hikes are 2-4 miles with an approximate duration of 1½ hours, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. Hike duration does not include travel time if we carpool to the trailhead; Water and closed-toe shoes are required. Some trails are dirt and others are paved; Participants are responsible for their own transportation to the hike meeting site)
• — $1 Dollar Bowling and Shoe Rental Specials (9am-4pm at Carson Lanes; 9am-5pm at Gold Dust West)
• — True Grit Art Show in the Western Nevada College Main, Atrium and Hallway Galleries in the Bristlecone Building (9am-7pm; The True Grit Art Show features over 70 works of art made of canceled casino playing cards; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration)
• — Landscape Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — Featured Artist Showcase displaying Nancy Clarke and Susan Christopher 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)
• — Family Story time in the Carson City Library (10:30am-11:15am themed singing, stories, finger-plays, or art centered around a book; under 9 years old must be accompanied by someone 13+ at all times; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — All you can eat Wings at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; $14.95)
• — Carson City Kiwanis weekly meeting in the Black Bear Diner inside the Max Casino (12pm; first meeting of the month is at 12:15pm, all other weeks are at 12pm; Lunch $15; Newcomers and visitors are welcome)
• — Tap Handle Thursday at Red’s Old 395 (3pm-6pm; half off draft beers by the glass)
• — READing Paws: Read with a Therapy Dog at the Minden Library: 1625 Library Lane, Minden (cancelled this week; Children of all ages and reading levels are invited to read with a registered therapy dog and the dog’s handler; Each child will spend 15 minutes with a dog and time slots are available on a first come, first serve basis; Parental permission is required, and permission forms are available at the library)
• — “Year of the Dog” Artist Reception at Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery: 405 N. Nevada St (4pm-7pm; Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and light appetizers; Each artist is creating their interpretation of "Year of the Dog". Each piece will be an original and signed by the artist, with a portion of the sales to benefit Safe Haven Animal Rescue)
• — Lego Club in the Carson City Library Teen Portal (4pm-6pm; Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with LEGO Education materials; those under 9 years old must always be accompanied by someone 13+; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — Informal Chess at Comma Coffee (5pm)
• — Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (5:30pm-8:30pm)
• — Carson City Sunset Rotary Club’s weekly meeting at Tito’s Mexican Restaurant: 444 E. William St, Ste. 20 (5:30pm; visit, have a great dinner, and talk about our Rotary projects in the community and the world)
• — Spaghetti Dinner and Hypnotic Show with Dan Kimm at Dayton High School: 335 Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton (5:30pm; $25 at the door; Our culinary students at DHS will prepare a delicious meal to be followed by an incredible show of Hypnosis and Comedy, hosted by comedian Roger Diez and starring professional hypnotist Dan Kimm for a night of laugh out loud entertainment the whole family can enjoy; Proceeds benefit the DHS Booster Club)
• — Westside Cruiser Ride to Celebrate Bike Month – Meet at the Brewery Arts (6pm; Wear your costume, decorate your bike, and just have fun. Everyone is welcome to join this community ride through the west end of Carson City)
• — Nevada Rattlesnake Identification Class at the Carson City Library (6pm-7pm; Join the Nevada Department of Wildlife for a free class on identifying Nevada snakes. Class includes snake facts, tips for deciphering venomous and non-venomous species, and safety guidelines for the outdoors)
• — Carson Communicators Toastmasters Club Meeting at the Black Bear Diner inside the Max Casino (6pm-7:15pm; the club is open to anyone seeking to improve their speaking skills)
• — CASA of Carson City Volunteer Information Hour and Training at the CASA Office in the Family Court complex at 1539 E. 5th St. (6pm-7:30pm; CASA volunteers are appointed by the Carson City Juvenile Court to serve as guardian ad litem for a case of abused or neglected children in a child welfare court case; Meet our Director, Melanie McCormick, and let her explain just what it takes to help a child in your community. You’ll learn about the necessary training and all your questions will be answered)
• — Shakespeare in the Park: 'Romea and Julian' presented by Carson High School Theatre Arts at the Capitol Amphitheater just south of the Capitol (6pm; free to attend; Bring a picnic, relax on the grass; Romea & Julian, presented by the CHS Intermediate and Advanced theatre classes, follows the gender-swapped classic story of two star-crossed lovers whose families are sworn enemies)
• — NASA at My Library: STEM Arcade – Magnetism at the Carson City Library (6pm-7:30pm; Visit our interactive activity stations to learn more about compasses, electromagnetism, magnetic force and magnetic fields. Afterwards, test your skills by competing in a science challenge; MUST register HERE; ages 9 and under must always be accompanied by someone 13+; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — Outdoor Movie: Princess on the Third Street Stage in Bob McFadden Plaza (6:30pm-9:30pm; Admission is free - bring your own chairs, blankets, whatever. Limited VIP table seating will be available for $5 on Bella Fiore Wines patio – includes popcorn and table service; hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club)
• — Francis Humphrey Lecture Series: “Prehistoric Rock Art in Nevada” presented by Pat Barker, an anthropologist and retired lead archaeologist for the Bureau of Land Management’s Nevada State Office at the Nevada State Museum, inside the museum’s South Gallery (doors 6pm, 6:30pm start; $8 for adults; free for museum members and children 17 and younger. Seating is limited. Those wishing to attend should reserve a seat by visiting: www.nvculture.org/nevadastatemuseumcarsoncity/events and click on the “register here” link)
• — Live Music with Ev Musselman at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (6pm-9pm)
• — Live Americana and Blues with Dave Leather at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. (6pm)
• — Thirsty Thursday Karaoke at Bella Vita Bistro in the Carson Mall: 1304 S Stewart (6:30pm-9:30pm)
• — Gentlemen’s Night at Carson Cigar Co. AKA the Cigar Bar (men drink half off 7pm-9:30pm)
• — Free Pool Night at Remedy’s Bar: 306 E Williams (7pm-close)
• — Live Music featuring the Buddy Emmer Band in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (7pm-11pm)
• — Tempo and Tequila with the Roska Collective at the Sage Lounge inside Battle Born Social: 318 N. Carson St. (8pm-close; no cover, 21+; Live painting, live mixes, great cocktails)
• — Throwback Thursday with Ambassador Sound at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (9pm; different featured drink and theme each week)