HopeFest, Comstock rodeo and jazz festival finale: Carson City region lined up for eventful weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days, including HopeFest9 on Friday, dirt bike races at Fuji Park, a job fair at Eagle Valley Children's Home, and the final weekend of the Jazz and Beyond festival and Levitt AMP outdoor concert series at the Brewery Arts Center.

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Here's the rundown of activities over the next three days:

Friday, August 23

— Muscle Powered Friday morning walk. 8 a.m. at the corner of 5th Street and South Carson Street, behind the Sierra Cosmetic Dental Center at 501 S. Carson Street. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City!

— Outlaw Flat Track Races at Fuji Park Fairgrounds. (all day). 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 601 Old Clear Creek Rd. Amateur and professional motorcycle flat track races. Amateur racers during the day. Pro racing 7:00 p.m. Event highlights include: Friday: East/West ShootOut; Saturday: The Duce 5K purse 8 riders, dash for cash. Open pro purse 5K each night. Tickets are available online or at participating motorcycle shops. For more information visit the Outlaw Flat Track website or Facebook page.

— Eagle Valley Children's Home holding job fair in Carson City. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2300 Eagle Valley Ranch Rd. A job fair will be held at Eagle Valley Children’s Home from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday. Several positions will be open for interested attendees looking for work. Facility tours will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Same day interviews will be available, as well.

— Behind the scenes tours in natural history. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum. Tour conducted by George Baumgardner, PhD, featuring the museum’s expansive research collection of Nevada’s plants and animals. Tour at 10:00 and 1:30. Contact Holly Payson at 775-687-4810 ext. 222 for reservations.

— 150th V and T Anniversary Train. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Carson City Eastgate Depot, 4650 Eastgate Sliding Rd. Come celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Virginia &Truckee Railway with an on-board performance and re-enactment of William Sharon, famous for his influence on the origination of the railroad in 1869. Tickets available online or by calling 877-724-5007 or 775-291-0208.

— Coin Press demonstrations at the Nevada State Museum. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Demonstration takes place in the Historic Carson City Mint building. For more information, contact Robert Nylen at 775-687-4810 ext. 245.

— Park history walk at Mormon Station Park. 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. There’s far more to Mormon Station than meets the eye! Join Park Ranger fora “behind the scenes” guided tour of the grounds of Mormon Station State Historic Park, and learn about the fascinating history of this four-acre parcel of land. Participants will also tour park structures that are normally closed to the public.

— Experience Virtual Reality at the Carson City Library. 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at 900 N. Roop Street. Join us to experience Virtual Reality! Using the latest technology, Virtual Reality allows you to experience new places and situations in a computer simulated world. Discover what it’s like to see dinosaurs up close, view art from around the world in a single museum, or blast alien ships in a virtual world. Must be at least 13 years or old to participate. A Premier Library Card is required to attend. Reserve your spot online. For questions about the Virtual Reality room call 775-283-7595 or email ereinhart@carson.org.

— Minden Founders' Main Street Event. 4 to 9 p.m. at Esmeralda Avenue. You’re invited to a car show in downtown Minden on August 23-24. On Friday night, we’ll have a band and street party.

— Jazz and Beyond music festival featuring Bill Rose and Laurie Blue. 5 to 7 p.m. at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson Street. Bill Rose and Laurie Blue will be performing. More information can be found online or by calling 775-883-4154.

— 'HopeFest9' outdoor concert to raise funds for Carson City, Tahoe area patients with cancer. 6 to 9 p.m. at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center, 1535 Medical Parkway. The Carson Tahoe Health Foundation is excited to announce the official date for their annual fundraiser, HopeFest9. The free summer evening concert will be headlined by Eric Hutchinson, the international platinum-selling singer-songwriter, who captures his audience with his lively music set. He will be gracing the HopeFest stage for the first time ever, performing some of his top hits like, “Dear Me,” “Ok it’s all right by me,” and “Rock & Roll” as well as new music. HopeFest9 will be Friday, Aug. 23, 2019 from 6 to 9 p.m.

— Wine dinner on the patio at Sierra Chef. 6 to 9 p.m. Come over and enjoy a tasty dinner with wine served at Sierra Chef. Enjoy an evening of the various tastes of Italy.

– Southern Justice performs at Living the Good Life Nightclub Bistro and Lounge. 6 to 9:50 p.m. at 1480 N. Carson Street. Southern justice live outside beginning at 6 PM and “birthday celebration for yours truly” DJ Bebop follows inside 10 PM to 1:30 AM continuing with softball Fridays $2.00domestic beers and $3.00 dollar shots of fireball.

— Live music at Glen Eagles Restaurant. 6:30 to 9 p.m. at 3700 N. Carson St. Enjoy live music that is sure to make you get up and dance every Wednesday-Saturday starting at 6:30-9:00 p.m. .

— Pajama Storytime at the Carson City Library. 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. at 900 N. Roop Street. Wear your PJs for a bedtime-themed storytime! Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.

— Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 507 N. Carson St. Live Comedy every Friday and Saturday night at the Carson Nugget! Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Purchase tickets at the Winner's Club or online.

— Jazz and Beyond music festival featuring BaDD Self. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Bob McFadden Plaza. BaDD Self will be performing. More information can be found online or by calling 775-883-4154.

Saturday, August 24

— Fresh and Bountiful: Carson City Farmers Market returns this Saturday. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the corner of 3rd and Curry St. in Carson City. Enjoy fresh-picked produce, local meats, fresh flowers, artisan baked goods, jams, honey, crafts, live music and Carson City’s smiling faces.This week at the market you can enjoy music by Ricky D., stop by the kids' booth to make your own market bag, we have all the supplies for you. We are excited to see you all again this year.

— 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the corner of 3rd and Curry St. Jazz and Beyond music festival featuring Carolyn Dolan. Carolyn Dolan will be performing at the Carson Farmers Market. More information can be found online or by calling 775-883-4154.

— Citizen Science iNaturalist Workshop. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Foothill Garden, 1535 Medical Parkway. Calling all naturalists with a smartphone! Join the Carson City Parks, Rec & Open Space Department along with the Greenhouse Project to explore the citizen science app, iNaturalist, on an interactive and educational hike. Be a part of recording native plants and wildlife in Carson City in the ecologically diverse Rose Canyon (Foothill Garden & Trail).

— A Place to Shine fundraiser Show and Shine. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mills Park. Open to all makes and models! Registration 9:00-12:00 showtime 12:00-4:00. For more information contact Janet at 775-283-0174 or Jimmie at 775-848-3518.

— Outlaw Flat Track Races at Fuji Park . 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 601 Old Clear Creek Rd. Amateur and professional motorcycle flat track races. Amateur racers during the day. Pro racing 7:00 p.m. Event highlights include: Friday: East/West ShootOut; Saturday: The Duce 5K purse 8 riders, dash for cash. Open pro purse 5K each night. Tickets are available online or at participating motorcycle shops. For more information visit the Outlaw Flat Track website or Facebook page.

— Carson City Ranger Speaks Series: Local Plant Identification. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Silver Saddle Ranch. Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will host a series of environmental education events free to the public at Silver Saddle Ranch. Learn about the topics below from a Park Ranger from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. No registration necessary and all ages welcome.

— Train to Virginia City from Carson City. Event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4650 Eastgate Siding Road. Prices for the ride range from $25-$55. Rediscover Nevada’s rich history in mining and mill on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route as you meander through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This relaxing all-day train excursion is fully narrated with historical facts and anecdotes. Departing from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, the 24-mile round-trip tour includes a fun 3.5-hour stopover in historic Virginia City, where you can stroll the boardwalks and explore restaurants, shops, saloons, museums, mines and more. Please arrive at the depot 1/2 hour prior to departure. Tickets are available online or by calling 877-724-5007 or 775-291-0208.

— Carson City Intuitive Center open house event. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1800 William St. No. 207. Residents are invited to an open house event at the Carson City Intuitive Center. A grounding workshop will take place at 11 a.m. followed by a healing workshop at 1 p.m. There will be a variety of crystals available for purchase.

— Vintage steam train in Virginia City. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Virginia and Truckee Depot, 166 F Street. Rediscover Nevada’s rich history in mining and mills on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route as you meander through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This relaxing, all-day train excursion is fully narrated with historical facts and anecdotes. Departing from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, the 24-mile round-trip tour includes a fun 3.5-hour stopover in historic Virginia City, where you can stroll the boardwalks and explore restaurants, shops, saloons, museums, mines and more.

— Guided tour of the Nevada State Capitol. Two separate tours will take place at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. every Saturday in Carson City. Tours typically take an hour and include both the exterior of the building, nearby memorials as well as the interior of the building. Tours are available for up to 20 people on a first-come, first-served basis. The building includes numerous historic artifacts that range from portraits of past Nevada governors to sculptures to historical items showcased during Nevada’s Sesquicentennial celebration. The Capitol remains open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Guided tours of up to 20 people can be arranged in advance by calling the Nevada State Museum’s Education Program at 775-687-4810, ext. 237.

— Inaugural Carson City Open Studios featured Saturday. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at various locations. On Saturday, August 24, 2019 join your neighbors and friends for the very first Carson City Open Studios Tour here in the capital city from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is sponsored by Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music and Art Festival. Carson City is known for its rich history and spectacular views that inspire people from all over, many of them artisans now gracing our town.

— Ride to the Races. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Reno Harley-Davidson. Ride to the Races. Register to win a free spot on this ride at the following locations Reno Harley-Davidson, Virginia City Cigar and Bar, PJ & Co. Restaurant Saloon, Battle Born Harley-Davidson and the Carson City Culture & Tourism Authority. Ride starts at Reno Harley-Davidson and includes a buffet, drinks, and VIP parking and tickets to the races.

— History talk at Mormon Station Park. 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 2295 Main Street in Genoa. The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) played an instrumental role in the creation of Nevada’s State Park system as a whole in the 1930’s. This ranger-led talk will cover the impressive array of projects completed by the CCC crews that were tasked with creating destinations for outdoor recreation in beautiful, yet fairly remote corners of the Silver State. We will also discuss projects completed by the CCC in the Carson Valley area, and attempts to have the CCC reconstruct Mormon Station.

— Longhorn Cattle Drive and Rodeo Parade in Virginia City. 12 to 1 p.m. at C Street. The Longhorn Cattle Drive and Rodeo Parade down C Street is a kickoff to the Virginia City Rodeo & Fiesta del Charro. An up close and personal experience of these impressive animals followed by bull riding, wild broncs, mutton busting, Mexican bullfighting and more taking place at the Virginia City Arena and Fairgrounds.

— Mills Park Train Rides. 12 to 4 p.m. The Carson City Railroad Association (CCRA) maintains and operates Carson City’s only Narrow Gauge Railroad and Model Railroad Club. The narrow gauge railroad is approximately 1.5 miles long and runs throughout Mills Park, with a duration of about 10 minutes. The two indoor model railroads are a HO and N gauge railroad, located in the CCRA train station at the east end of the park. Train rides are $2 per passenger, and free for children under 2 years old.

— Leather tooling at Mormon Station Park. 1 to 2:30 p.m. at 2295 Main Street in Genoa. Stop by Mormon Station anytime between 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to participate in a program that will introduce the basics of leather crafting! Park staff will provide all necessary supplies, and participants will be given the opportunity to stamp various designs of their choosing on a leather keychain, which will be theirs to keep at the end of the program.

— Saturday Beginning Wheel Throwing at Ogres-Holm Pottery. 1 to 4 p.m. at 1215 S. Carson St. in Carson City. The Ogres of Ogres-Holm introduce you to clay in this 6-week open start class, including open studio time, is designed to get you started. It’s a great way to relax on a Saturday afternoon. $175 for 6 weekly sessions or $45 drop ins.

— Lego Club at the Carson City Library. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 900 N. Roop Street. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with LEGO Education materials. Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.

— Giddy up to the Comstock for the 4th Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro. 2 to 4 p.m. at the Virginia City Arena and Fairgrounds, 458 F Street. The rodeo returns to Virginia City Aug. 24-25 bringing with it a full force of western and cultural heritage starting off with a longhorn cattle drive right down the center of town. The 4th annual Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro features a mutton bustin’ tournament, classic bull fighting, traditional rodeo events and a celebration of Hispanic heritage.

— Toast of the Canyon Train. 5 to 7 p.m. at the Eastgate Depot, 4650 Eastgate Siding Road.
Journey into the Carson River Canyon on an intimate experience, perfect for date night. Enjoy white wine and appetizers as you travel on a 45-minute trip south of Carson City’s Eastgate Depot. The ride is filled with scenic views of the Carson River and the canyon walls as they echo the sounds of the train whistle. The experience is complete when the “Iron Horse” steams by the passenger cars to reattach to the train to pull it back up out of the canyon.

– Reckless Envy performers at Living the Good Life Nightclub Bistro and Lounge. 6 to 9:50 p.m. at 1480 N. Carson Street. Come enjoy The Good Life debut of Reckless Envy!!!! And enjoy Walt Owens’s birthday celebration! There will be an outside dance party. Come enjoy the fun.

— Country dancing at Piper's Opera House. 6 to 10 p.m. at 12 B Street. They’re doing it again and bringing country dancing to the historic opera house! All ages and skill levels are welcome. Dancing is from 6 to 10 p.m.

— Live music at Glen Eagles Restaurant. 6:30 to 9 p.m. at 3700 N. Carson St. Enjoy live music that is sure to make you get up and dance every Wednesday-Saturday starting at 6:30-9:00ish.

— Pajama Storytime at the Carson City Library. 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. at 900 N. Roop Street. Wear your PJs for a bedtime-themed storytime! Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.

— Levitt AMP Carson City: The Brevet presented by the Change Companies. 7 to 10 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center’s Change Companies Outdoor Amphitheater, 449 W. King Street. The Brevet can be traced back to front man Aric Chase Damm’s college days where he realized he had a talent for writing scores to be used in student films. This lead to a licensing deal, tracks from the band’s albums would be used in film and television, and an every-growing popularity online.

— Carson City Ghost Walk returns this Saturday. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Bob McFadden Plaza. For the 27th year, the spookiest historical tour of the capital city is returning this Saturday, June 1 with the Carson City Ghost Walk. The Carson City Ghost Walk is a seasonal historical tour of Carson City’s west side, a walking history lesson with a touch of the supernatural. Some of the stops on the tour include the Bliss Mansion, the Ferris Mansion, the Governor’s Mansion, and the Rinckel Mansion.

— Saturday Night Star Party at Western Nevada College . 7:30 to 9 p.m. The Jack C Davis Observatory hosts free star parties on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month year round, starting at 7:30 p.m. (except when there is snow on the roads). The evening starts with a lecture on one of numerous topics and concludes with guided star viewing by one of our astronomers. Mike Thomas lectures 2nd Saturdays and Dr. Tom Herring lectures on 4th Saturdays.

— Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget. 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 507 N. Carson St. Live Comedy every Friday and Saturday night at the Carson Nugget! Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Purchase tickets at the Winner's Club or online.

— Stories Under the Stars at Mormon Station Park. 8 to 10 p.m. Mormon Station will be holding a “Stories under the Stars” campfire program on Saturday, August 24. Park staff will read many of the humorous and insightful stories from the oral history of early Carson Valley residents. Park staff will also be providing s’mores for participants to enjoy. Participants may bring other food items to cook on the fire if they would like. Participants are also encouraged to share their own stories related to the history of Carson Valley.

— A to Zen to host Levitt Concert After Party. 10 to 11:30 p.m. at 1803 N. Carson Street. Summer is in full swing, and Carson City residents are enjoying the Levitt AMP outdoor concert series, hosted by the Brewery Arts Center. What better way to spend a Saturday night than with free live music? What happens when the show is over? More free live music!

Sunday, August 25

— Canyon White at the Canvas Cafe. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Canyon White is at The Canvas Cafe every Sunday 9 a.m. to Noon so come on up and start your day right with some yummy breakfast and Canyon White!

— Muscle Powered Sunday Bicycle Ride. 9 a.m. at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City!

— Art Outside: Nature Journaling 101. 9 to 11 a.m. at Riverview Park, 600 Marsh Rd. Calling all creative adventurers! Join the Parks, Rec & Open Space Dept. on the first Interpretive Program devoted to Nature Journaling. Learn some simple tools that will help you take in your environment with intention and creativity as we hike along the Carson River. Bring your own notebook and desired writing utensil. We will have paper and pens for folks to use as well. Please make sure to wear close-toed shoes and bring plenty of water & sun protection.

— Train to Virginia City from Carson City. Event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4650 Eastgate Siding Road. Prices for the ride range from $25-$55. Rediscover Nevada’s rich history in mining and mill on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route as you meander through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This relaxing all-day train excursion is fully narrated with historical facts and anecdotes. Departing from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, the 24-mile round-trip tour includes a fun 3.5-hour stopover in historic Virginia City, where you can stroll the boardwalks and explore restaurants, shops, saloons, museums, mines and more. Please arrive at the depot 1/2 hour prior to departure. Tickets are available online or by calling 877-724-5007 or 775-291-0208.

— Vintage steam train in Virginia City. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Virginia and Truckee Depot, 166 F Street. Rediscover Nevada’s rich history in mining and mills on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route as you meander through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This relaxing, all-day train excursion is fully narrated with historical facts and anecdotes. Departing from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, the 24-mile round-trip tour includes a fun 3.5-hour stopover in historic Virginia City, where you can stroll the boardwalks and explore restaurants, shops, saloons, museums, mines and more.

— Mills Park Train Rides. 12 to 4 p.m. The Carson City Railroad Association (CCRA) maintains and operates Carson City’s only Narrow Gauge Railroad and Model Railroad Club. The narrow gauge railroad is approximately 1.5 miles long and runs throughout Mills Park, with a duration of about 10 minutes. The two indoor model railroads are a HO and N gauge railroad, located in the CCRA train station at the east end of the park. Train rides are $2 per passenger, and free for children under 2 years old.

— Women Veteran's Support Group to meet at Mills Park. 1 to 3 p.m. The newly established Women Veteran's Support Group will meet at Mills Park in Carson City near the Marv Teixeira Pavillion on August 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information please contact Lyndia at 775-431-0534.

— Cooking class at Sierra Chef. 1 to 3 p.m. at 2292 Main St. Suites 3 and 4 in Genoa. Join us for a skills instapot cooking class on Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Sierra Chef Kitchen. Classes are $65 per person.

— Giddy up to the Comstock for the 4th Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro. 2 to 4 p.m. at the Virginia City Arena and Fairgrounds, 458 F Street. The rodeo returns to Virginia City Aug. 24-25 bringing with it a full force of western and cultural heritage starting off with a longhorn cattle drive right down the center of town. The 4th annual Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro features a mutton bustin’ tournament, classic bull fighting, traditional rodeo events and a celebration of Hispanic heritage.

— Jazz and Beyond music festival featuring at the Capital Amphitheater. 4 to 7:30 p.m. at 395 S. Carson Street. The Fantods will be performing from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Reno Jazz Orchestra will be performing from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. More information can be found online or by calling 775-883-4154.

— KNVC Summer Concert Series featuring Mayita and the HotShots. 6 to 7 p.m. at the Minnesota Street Stage, 449 W. King Street. On the Back Porch! at the KNVC Radio Station. 990 N. Minnesota Street,Carson City. Bring your lawn chairs & blankets, a picnic basket & sunscreen to the second in the FREE series: Mayita and the Hot Shots. You will really enjoy their Country Music – Country Rock Music – Blues Music – Tex–Mex Music, etc. mix. Be ready to dance!

— Pajama Storytime at the Carson City Library. 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. at 900 N. Roop Street. Wear your PJs for a bedtime-themed storytime! Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.