the Arts
Applications open for Artists in Schools Roster
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/08/2017 - 9:10amCARSON CITY – Teaching artists and ensembles of all disciplines are invited to apply to be included on the Nevada Arts Council’s 2019-2022 Artists in Schools + Communities Roster.
Arts, culture making big impact as part of Carson City rebranding
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 08/30/2017 - 7:21amNow in its fourth year of a major re-branding effort, the Carson City Culture and Tourism Authority (CCCTA) has begun making arts and culture a major thrust in its marketing campaign to visitors, Executive Director Joel Dunn said.
Public broadcast veteran Manfredi named Nevada Arts Council executive director
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/25/2017 - 2:07pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — Tony Manfredi, a Nevada native and veteran executive in public broadcasting, has been named executive director of the Nevada Arts Council.
Tuesday, Aug. 22: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 08/21/2017 - 9:43pmWe are starting to see a little bit of a cool down, which makes a summer stroll all the more enjoyable. Join the Friends of the Nevada State Museum for a walking tour along the blue line; you’ll learn more about this historical district and the people who lived there. The Kings Canyon Waterfall is always spectacular, and today’s Muscle Powered Conditioning Hike will take you there and show off some amazing views of our valley. Thinking caps are optional at the Fox Brewpub during tonight’s DJ Trivia.
TUESDAY:
Carson City arts and culture director appointed to Nevada Arts Council Board
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 5:22amMark Salinas, Carson City’s Director of Arts and Culture, has been appointed to the board of the Nevada Arts Council by Gov. Brian Sandoval.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents D.O.A.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 5:20amThe Carson City Classic Cinema Club will present the film "D.O.A" at a Sept. 5 showing at the Brewery Arts Center. Small-town accountant Frank Bigelow goes to San Francisco for a week's fun After a night on the town, doctors tell him he's been given a "luminous toxin" with no antidote.
Tahoe Clarity
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:05pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] presents its exhibition, "Tahoe Clarity", by artist Dylan Silver at the Community Center’s Sierra Room. CCAI will host a free reception for the artist, Tuesday, August 15, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room. The exhibit will be in the gallery from July 7 – November 9, 2017. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City.
ART from UNR
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:01pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its student exhibition, "ART from UNR", at the Community Development Building [the Brick], 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. The Brick is open to the public daily, 8am – noon, 1-4pm. The free exhibition will remain in the building’s lobby exhibition space from July 11 through October 19.
Reception, talk features Nevada environmental artists
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 08/05/2017 - 7:59amNevada artists Paul Ford and Dennis Hinton, whose “Environmental Perspective” exhibit has been displayed at the Nevada Arts Council’s OXS Gallery since June, will take part in an artists’ reception and talk on Tuesday, Aug. 8.
It's Your City: Jukebox International Film Fest comes to Carson City Aug. 15-16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/01/2017 - 11:04amThis edition of It's Your City features Darla Bayer, who is usually behind the camera, steps to the front to speak with host Cortney Bloomer about the upcoming Jukebox International Film Fest held in conjunction with Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival.
Artsy Fartsy Creative Center building sense of community
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 08/01/2017 - 6:59amWhen Artsy Fartsy owner Jeffery Pace moved his art gallery out of the tidy 400 square-foot cottage at Telegraph Square and into a Victorian home around the corner along Nevada Street, his plan was to keep the original building and turn it into an artist studio.
SLHS Wins NIAA Award of Excellence and Welcomes New Principal
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/26/2017 - 2:50pmAs back-to-school supplies start rolling out in stores, Sierra Lutheran High School’s administrative team is already gearing up for the school’s 16th school year. The school enthusiastically welcomes Dr. Tami Seddon, a Carson Valley native, as their new principal following the retirement of Reverend Juls Clausen. Dr. Seddon, a UC Davis and Stanford alumna, has been with the school since its inception as both a teacher and academic dean.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club features 'Non-Stop New York' with Anna Lee and John Loder
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/25/2017 - 11:09pmThe Carson City Classic Cinema Club features "Non-Stop New York" starring Anna Lee and John Loder on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 6 p.m at the Brewery Arts Center.
Tuesday, July 25: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 07/25/2017 - 5:39amThe Carson City Fair gathers steam today: they’ll be setting up the carnival, judging the items in the exhibit hall, and the 4-H kids are showing off what their dogs can do. It’s a play-doh afternoon at the Carson City Library, in addition to their weekly Pajama Story time on Tuesday evenings. The Carson Nugget is hosting a job fair to fill a plethora of positions in their restaurants and on the casino floor.
Paintings by Molly Brunhild on Display Saturday, July 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/15/2017 - 7:34pmSilver City, Nevada - Silver City Arts group is sponsoring “Outsider Show: Molly Brunhild Paintings,” at the Silver City School House (community center) at 385 High Street. The exhibit will feature the artist’s current work as well as work from earlier periods. The public is cordially invited to a free reception, which includes light refreshments and an opportunity to meet Molly Brunhild, on Saturday, July 22nd, 2017 from 1pm-5pm.
Locals Show Cultural Researchers Their Favorite Walks in Silver City, Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/15/2017 - 6:33pmSilver City, Nevada- Silver City townsfolk are invited to show visiting cultural researchers their favorite local hiking spots on Tuesday, July 18 at 9:00 am.
The morning walk with “conversation artists” Sue Mark and Bruce Douglas of marksearch is sponsored by the Resident Artist Program in Silver City. Sue explained that she and Bruce "would like to walk with townspeople and see some of their favorite and/or important sites in town." She said they'd also like to learn about locals’ favorite hiking spots.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club hosts annual Hollywood Gala celebrating comedy legacy
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/11/2017 - 12:50amCarson City Classic Cinema Club will present its third annual Hollywood Gala this month honoring Hollywood's Legacy of Comedy.
July 1st Conversation and Dinner with Cultural Researchers in Silver City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 2:52amSilver City residents are invited to a potluck dinner with the current guests at the Resident Artist Program in Silver City on Saturday, July 1.
USS Nevada commander, crewmen tour state museums in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/27/2017 - 12:05pmSailors from the USS Nevada nuclear submarine were in Carson City on Sunday for tours of the Nevada State Museum and Nevada State Railroad Museum.
Carson City Symphony Presents An Evening of Music and Dessert with Latin Tres
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/27/2017 - 7:42amThe Carson City Symphony Association presents an elegant evening of music, wine, and dessert on Sunday, July 9, 2017, at 7 p.m. at a private home, 2662 Danielle Drive in Carson City. The house recital features Latin Tres — Vanessa Porter, violin; Marina Rosznitovsky Oster, harp; and Alejandro Pinzón, bandoneon — performing new arrangements of traditional Latin American music.
Tuesday, June 27: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 06/27/2017 - 4:34amIt’s Tuesday, and that means it’s time to explore another one of Carson City’s great walking trails with Parks and Recreation. The Ambrose Carson River nature area in on the list for today, so grab some water and sunscreen and enjoy the fresh air. Learn about CASA, and what they do for the children of our valley, during an informal meet-and-greet at San Rafael Coffee. It’s all hands on deck for the Deputy Howell Memorial Music Festival; a meeting for the volunteers is tonight at Battle Born Harley Davidson. Grab your cowboy boots and head out to Carson Lanes for line dance lessons.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents 'Three Came Home' starring Claudette Colbert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/26/2017 - 5:21pmThe Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents 'Three Came Home' starring Claudette Colbert on July 5 at the Brewery Arts Center.
The Sextones at Dangberg Historic Park this Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/22/2017 - 4:15pmReno band The Sextones will perform funk and soul at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park at 6:30 pm on Thursday, June 29.
Brewery Arts Center receives grant from the Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 5:29amThe board of directors of the Robert Z. Hawkins Foundation, a Reno based philanthropic organization awarded the Brewery Arts Center $18,576 to upgrade its stage equipment for not only the Levitt AMP Outdoor Concert series which kicks off this Friday night, June 23 with a free concert featuring the Grammy nominated swing band Big Bad VooDoo Daddy, but to be used in the existing indoor theaters year round.
Mo'z Motley Blues Band at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/17/2017 - 3:27pmThe five-piece band Mo’z Motley Blues will perform blues, rock pop and soul at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park at 6:30 pm on Thursday, June 22.
Carson City Visitors Bureau only organization in Nevada to receive NEA grant
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 4:01pmThe Carson City Visitors Bureau is one 75 nonprofit organizations selected to receive the National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Grant, a literary grant challenging communities to create month-long programming around the themes of selected novels.
What Works: The Fine Art of Creating Change
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 11:41amCreating change, whether it be in your home, community, or company, is a fine art. Consciousness, awareness of the environment you are in, and gentle communication are necessary. You can adjust your thoughts and actions to collaborate to create the change.
Today's Carson City Symphony Concert Moves Indoors at Governor's Mansion
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/11/2017 - 1:27pmBecause of the strong possibility of rain this afternoon, the Carson City Symphony's Pops Party Concert today (June 11) is being moved to the North Room at the Governor's Mansion. Occupancy is limited, but "the show must go on." Pre-entertainment begins at 3:30 p.m.
Dayton area Kids Camp offered for four days in July; signup deadline is June 16
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 12:01pmYoung people ages 10 through 14 have the opportunity to attend a four-day Kids Camp, July 10-13, 1 to 4:30 p.m., at Healthy Communities Coalition, formerly River’s Edge Nursery on Dayton Valley Road.
Industrial Art: Sports Edition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/04/2017 - 11:24amEmbracing the area's manufacturing community, the Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its exhibition, "Industrial Art: Sports Edition", at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery from June 9 – September 28, 2017. CCAI will host a reception for the show on Friday, June 9, 5-7pm including a short introduction of the exhibition participants at 5:30pm. The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The reception and the exhibition are free and the public is cordially invited. The gallery is open to the public Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.