Arts and Entertainment

Engrid Barnett is an award-winning researcher, author, educator, and musician. She received a doctoral degree in geography from the University of Nevada, Reno, for her work on the unlikely but, nonetheless, strong influence of Virginia City on the 1960s psychedelic esthetic and cultural scene that would take San Francisco by storm in 1967.

Kick off the summer at this year’s Capital City Brewfest. This year’s event takes place Saturday, June 9, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Downtown Carson City.

The Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents "To Kill A Mockingbird" with special guest Carson City Symphony Advanced Youth Orchestra, at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall on May 1.

A new local band is set to debut in Carson City with musical sound that has been 40 years in the making.

Stonewood, an acoustical vocal harmony band assembled locally in Carson City, takes the A to Zen stage on Saturday, May 5 for a break-out concert.

Hold onto your hat, Carson City, we’re in for one heck of a weekend. It’ll be cowboy hats and pioneer bonnets in Genoa for Western Heritage Day. Keep an eye out for Mark Twain, plenty of music, and fun for all. Leis are the preferred accessory for Lei Day at the Nevada State Museum where you’ll be treated to Polynesian surprises and free admission. With three local theater groups performing this weekend, you’re sure to find a performance that’s right up your alley. Read on and be prepared to be bombarded with options.

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Tanja Musselman, a native Nevadan, has been taking photographs since she was about 10, excelling during her time at Carson City High School. During the past few years, she has come back to her favored roots and photographs anything that pleases her eye. Every photo is pleasing both visually and spiritually.

Join us this Thursday, May 3, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for an artist reception for Tanja. She will be on hand for a meet and greet, and light refreshments will be served. Her work will be on special display for the month of May.

The countdown to an unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City is underway with Thursday's announcement of the 2018 Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series lineup of artists who will perform at the Brewery Arts Center’s Minnesota Street Stage each Saturday through summer.

Create & Relate with Kym Maehl at Expresso Yourself Cafe at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City this Thursday, April 26, 6 p.m.

Excellent gift idea for Mother's Day!

Essential oil and Pottery Pendant!

Casino Fandango plans to heat up Memorial Day weekend in Carson City with the community’s first Rockin’ Rib Fest, May 25 through May 28. The inaugural event marks the only Memorial Day rib fest in the region and will be the largest planned Memorial Day celebration in the community, organizers say.

Nevada Humanities will welcome author Julie Buntin at a series of events throughout Northern Nevada during the month of May. Ms. Buntin is the author of Marlena: A Novel, the 2018 pick for Nevada Reads — a statewide, public book club. Nevada Reads invites Nevadans to read selected works of literature and to come together in their communities to share the ideas and perceptions inspired by the book club selections.

Mile High Jazz Band Association and Carson City present the 15th Annual Jazz and Beyond Music and Art Festival. It features 17 days of Music, Art, and Film at multiple venues in Carson City, from Aug. 3-19.

The Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, will feature pianist Alexander Tutunov on Sunday, April 29, 2018, at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater. Dr. Tutunov will perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3.

The Maguffin, or What Exactly is a Toyfe? is a play written and directed by Gail Gunderson.

Melanie Makem has inherited the International Toyfe Manufacturing Company, since her father passed away eating a frog leg.

Carson City Symphony's Youth Strings ensembles and Not Quite Ready For Carnegie Hall Players adult intermediate string ensemble will perform a "Music is for Life (goes to the movies)" concert on Thursday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center, located at 851 East William Street in Carson City.

What better way to celebrate Earth Day and Earth Week than gorgeous weather that you just can’t help but enjoy. Join Muscle Powered and our Parks and Recreation Department at the Silver Saddle Ranch for a presentation and trash mob. Kids will love the Carnival at Bordewich Elementary School, and it helps raise funds for a local Cub Scout Pack. Mark Twain Elementary is hosting their annual Color Run at Mills Park, just make sure to wear a white shirt.

THE MAGUFFIN OR WHAT EXACTLY IS A TOYFE
Written and Directed by Gail Gunderson

Melanie Makem has inherited the International Toyfe Manufacturing Company, since her father passed away eating a frog leg. The assembly floor manager has retired and Mel hires Nicolas Srekcink to take his place not knowing he is a notorious thug. Nic infiltrates the factory in order to destroy it and ruin Melanie, as years before in school Mel would mke fun of Nic's homemade knickers. Nic vowed revenge and now is in a position to do just that!

Presented by
The Misfits Theater Group
Dayton Nevada

This fun and exciting class is designed for beginning as well as more experienced students. You will learn techniques in creating non-functional ceramics as you learn to use clay to build artistic sculptures. Projects will include instruction in a wide range of sculpting methods.

You will be exposed to concepts such as composition, weight, color, form, and texture while creating contemporary pieces and beautiful three dimensional ceramic art.

Mondays, Apr 30 - June 18 1:00 - 4:00 (No class May 28), at the Brewery Arts Center 449 W King St. in Carson City.

CARSON CITY — Hello, Northern Nevada. It’s time to break out your favorite aloha wear. A celebration of Hawaiian culture is coming to the Nevada State Museum on Saturday, April 28.

Beginning Sea Glass Wire Wrapping Class taught by Jo Ann Grace, Tuesday, April 10, 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to make pendants using craft wire, sea glass and tumbled glass. No experience required. Sign up in advance at Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery, 405 North Nevada Street in Carson City.
Cost is $40; supplies and refreshments are included. Class is limited to six students.
Class is held at the Artsy Fartsy Creative Center, 220 A West Telegraph Street in Carson City.
For more information, call 775-885-2787

Wire Wrapped Wind Chime Class taught by Jo Ann Grace, Thursday, April 26, 6:00 - 8:30 PM. Learn how to make wind chimes for your garden using copper wire, sea glass and tumbled glass. Welcome Spring with beautiful yard art! No experience required. Sign up in advance at Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery, 405 North Nevada Street in Carson City.
Cost is $50; supplies and refreshments are included. Class is limited to six students.
Class is held at the Artsy Fartsy Creative Center, 220 A West Telegraph Street in Carson City.
For more information, call 775-885-2787

Consort Canzona Early Music Instrumental Ensemble and the Joyful Noise Carson Children’s Choir will perform a free concert on Saturday, April 21, 7 p.m., at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church, 3680 Highway 395 (just south of Best Buy). Admission is free, donations welcome.

The Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "High School Pic(ks) 2018" at the Community Development Building, also known as the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.

Thirty-two artists from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Pioneer high schools have work in the exhibit. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Tuesday, April 24, 5 – 7pm. The free exhibition is available to the public from April 15 – July 9, 2018, Mondays - Fridays, 8am – noon and 1-4pm.

Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery and 25+ of its artists for an evening of ART on May 24 beginning at 4 p.m.. 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".
So won't you join us for a complimentary glass of wine and some light appetizers. Stroll through the gallery while viewing all the local artwork, all the while supporting a great cause.

Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery on May 10, 4 p.m. for an evening of Pottery, Pastels, and Oil's, all designed and created by Jean Kvam. Each piece is an original and signed by Jean.
Join the gallery for a complimentary glass of wine and some light appetizers, while strolling through the gallery and viewing all the local artwork.

Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery on May 19 for a full day of "Yard Art". Angie Fluitt has been hard at work creating one-of-a-kind reclaimed yard art just in time to decorate your yard. These amazing pieces are created from turn of the century chandelier crystals and barbed wire. Many pieces will be on hand for you to choose from, but fair warning, she will sell out. So drop on by for a day of art and meet Angie Fluitt.

Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery for an evening of Pottery, Pastels, and Oil's, all designed and created by Jean Kvam. Each piece is an original and signed by Jean.
Join the gallery for a complimentary glass of wine and some light appetizers, while strolling through the gallery and viewing all the local artwork.

Ceramic Sculpting returns for a new session at the Brewery Arts Center 449 W King St in Carson City. This fun and exciting class is designed for beginning as well as more experienced students. You will learn techniques in creating non-functional ceramics as you learn to use clay to build artistic sculptures.

Whether you’re writing fiction or non-fiction, you can master the steps you need in order to write your book. Each month features an in-depth lesson on a critical writing skill.

Tarot Tuesday: Spend less time memorizing cards and begin reading right away. Tarot lessons, discussions, and practice happen in this class, the first Thursday of every month, from 5:30 - 8:00pm 
at the Expresso Yourself Cafe at 449 W King St (at the Brewery Arts Center).

Once again we are sold out of vendor spaces so we will have over 40 vendors with such a great variety of arts, collectibles, jewelry, antiques and even handmade furniture this time. We are on summer hours so Sat. Is 8-4 pm and Sunday is 9-4 pm. Admission is just $1 for adults and kids under 18 are free. Located on Old Clear Creek across from Costco in Carson City. For further information call (775)882-4717 or (775)315-0008.