Arts and Entertainment

Some of Northern Nevada's finest traditional, folk and contemporary artists will appear at the 2015 Nevada State Legislature in “The Work of Artists,” a series of interactive talks and demonstrations that bring a personal side to exhibited pieces. Designed to create an opportunity for artists to engage with community members and people working in or visiting the Nevada State Legislative Building, the presentations are at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 18 and 24, March 19 and 30, April 17 and May 7. All are free and open to the public in Room 3100.

February 13 and 14, Carson City women will take the stage in support of Advocates to End Domestic Violence by performing Eve Ensler’s groundbreaking monologue play, “The Vagina Monologues” in the Performance Hall at the Brewery Arts Center.

This compelling show takes a look at the funny, fantastic, and occasionally frightening world of being female. It’s a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, abuse, and self-questioning staged to benefit a local charity that houses, counsels, and works on the front lines to protect victims of abuse in Carson City.

Sarah Lillegard works in what she calls second skin. The Reno artist featured in the latest show at the Office eXhibition Series Gallery works in fabrics that explore group identity, belonging and symbols, in garments sometimes called clan jackets.

The attire is said to communicate meaning, cultural legacies and myths. The OXS exhibit “Second Skin” is free at the Nevada Arts Council, 716 N. Carson St., in Carson City, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through April 17. Lillegard will discuss her work at a public reception from 5-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 18, with an artist talk at 6:15.

Update: This event has been cancelled.

International author and poet L.E. Hart will be at the Browsers Corner Book Store in Carson City on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2015 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm.
His new book, “You’re There, I’m Here” is a collection of over 100 poems describing a love story.

Tickets for the USAF Band performance in Carson City on March 4 have sold out, said Chamber of Commerce Director Ronni Hannaman.

A line formed outside the Carson City Chamber of Commerce at around 7:30 a.m. for the free tickets to the USAF Concert Band that will play in Carson City March 4.

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Saturday February 14, 2015 at 8 p.m. Comedy Hypnotist Chris Cady, will perform one show at, JA Nugget Hotel and Casino in Sparks. His show is called, “Chris Cady’s Hypnotize Your Valentine Comedy Hypnosis Show.”

The hilarious comedy hypnosis show is an adults only, outrageous, “naughty” comedy hypnosis show where audience members can volunteer to get hypnotized by Master Hypnotist Chris Cady and become the stars of the show. The volunteers then engage in some of the most outrageous antics ever seen on stage by everyday people.

Join CASI for Woofs, Wine, & Whiskers a purr-fect evening of wine tasting and fundraising.  March 7th at the Carson Nugget Ballroom from 7 to 9:30 PM. 

• Music by Ten Dollar Pony
• Live Auction
• Get your picture with Sheriff's Office K-9 unit
• Taste Wine and Appetizers

Tickets on sale now for $35. each if purchased by March 1st  ($40. after that)Get your tickets in one of the following ways:

There are a few big questions to ask yourself this weekend. Patriots or Seahawks? Where are you going to watch the game? And who is going to have the best commercial? Just remember to be safe on game day and have a designated driver handy.

Speaking of sports, sign-ups are going on Saturday for Little League, AYSO, and the Sierra Nevada Football League. Spring is almost upon us without ever really giving us a decent taste of winter.

The Carson City Historical Society is presenting a "Sunday Afternoon Tea" on February 8 from 1 to 3 p.m at the Foreman-Roberts House, 1207 N. Carson Street. Chef Mauricio will have an all new menu. The tea is a fund raiser for the completion of the interior of the carriage house located behind the Foreman-Roberts House. Reservations can be made by calling D.D. Spencer at (775)741-7897 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Ticket prices are $30. Celebrate Valentine's Day, treat a relative or friend or yourself!

What began last year with a desire by five local women to bring international films to Carson City will this year be a multi-venue, free three-day event, Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 5-7. Last year’s event was a rousing success, paving the way for this year’s larger festival.

The Carson City Symphony Association presents an intimate, elegant evening of Music, Conversation, Wine, and Dessert on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m., at a private home in Jacks Valley, south of Carson City. The recital will feature critically acclaimed violinist Gregory Maytan, who has appeared as concert soloist, chamber musician, and teacher in Europe, China, and the U.S.

Since forming in 1988, Tempest has delivered a globally-renowned hybrid of high-energy Folk Rock fusing Irish reels, Scottish ballads, Norwegian influences and other world music elements. the last 26 years have seen the San Francisco Bay Area based act release fifteen critically acclaimed CDs and play more than 2,000 gigs. It's also enjoyed an evolving line-up that's enabled musicianship and creativity to rise with each new member.

The Carson City Classic Cinema Club's February film will be the 1953 drama "Indiscretion of an American Wife". The screening will be held at Red's Old 395 Grill. Everyone is invited to show up early, to take advantage of the happy hour specials.

Trivia games and film discussion will begin at 6:30 p.m.; the film will start at 7 p.m.

General admission is $5, $3 for students and seniors. The showing is free for members.

From the Atlantic City Boardwalk, to the resort islands of the Caribbean, the showrooms of Miami Beach, Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, and Reno, Mig O'Hara is a life long stage veteran.

She has worked in almost every aspect of the business, as a singer, dancer, actress, acrobat, aerialist, musician, director, choreographer, and songwriter. As someone who has traveled extensively, she is a curious observer of life, and is inspired to write songs that are informed by her experience.

A bit of Americana now and then to remind us all of the great country in which we live is always appropriate and welcome. Mayor Robert Crowell, representing the City of Carson City, and the Carson City Chamber of Commerce is collaborating to bring the United States Air Force Band of Washington D.C. to the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Community Center for a free concert on Wednesday evening March 4 at 7 p.m.

First things first. I want to send a big shout out and good luck to all of our Carson kids that are competing at the Flips Invitational Gymnastics meet in Reno this weekend. For those of you who aren't the proud parents of tumblers, Carson City has plenty to keep you busy.

“Pine Spirit” by Sande Rowan comes to the Legislative eXhibition Series Gallery Feb. 2 Working with Native American basket makers in the Southwest, Sande Rowan learned coiling techniques she incorporated into her own style as a professional basket maker. Her “Rainbow Spiral” pine needle basket is among her works featured in “Pine Spirit” at the Legislative eXhibition Series Gallery Feb. 2-20 in the Nevada Legislative Building.

Take the guesswork out of Valentine’s Day at the Devil Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl, Saturday, Feb. 14, in Virginia City, Nev., with colored cups that indicate relationship status – single, taken or open to suggestions. The crawl includes stops at more than 10 of Virginia City’s saloons with drink samples and specialty cocktails available throughout the afternoon and evening.

The Bluegrass and Strings Series continues with Grassland Road on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 7pm in the Brewery Arts Center's MHJ Black Box Theater.

Bluegrass lovers will recognize most of the players in this brand new local band—Charlie Edsall on guitar, Mike Madan on mandolin, Glenn Buschine on bass and Hal Horn on banjo. Seasoned players with a brand new sound!

Each year the historic mining town of Virginia City, Nev. celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with a ballsy festival. The Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry brings thousands of daring oyster-eaters to sample tasty testes, partake in the Ball Breaker Saloon Crawl and the St. Patrick’s Day parade. The event is set for March 14, 2015 on C Street, the town’s main drag.

Known for playing “rocked-up” blues and writing his own songs, Shane Dwight, singer, songwriter and guitar player, has performed more than 2,000 live shows over the past 10 years and has shared the stage with numerous talented musicians including B.B. King, Etta James, the Doobie Brothers and many more.

The fun starts at 7 p.m. for just $15 at the door with kids under 12 for free.

Beginning West Coast Swing dance lessons are now offered by Tim Renner at El Charro Avita on Tuesday nights 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. No partner is necessary and lessons are on a drop-in basis for $8. Come learn to dance in a casual, friendly, non-judgmental setting while making new friends and exercising.

Intermediate Lessons are available Mondays at El Charro Avita from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. for $8, followed by the High Sierra Swing Dance Club's club night out at seven o'clock.

A wonderful time was shared Saturday at the Winter Wine, Spirits and All that Jazz fundraising event Saturday at the Brewery Arts Center. Above are some photos by Sarah Morey with a wrap-up Monday on Carson TV News.

Follow Carson TV News at www.facebook.com/carsontvnews for updates, information and to learn more about the program, which airs weekly on Mondays, Charter Cable Channel 193, at 4:30 p.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. and throughout the week. Have a news tip? You can also submit photos and video to CarsonTVnews@gmail.com.

High Sierra Swing Dance Club sponsors free open dancing to DJ music Every Monday evening 7-9pm preceded by an intermediate dance lesson by Tim Renner at 6pm. The dance lesson is $8, no partner needed, drop in basis. Come see the new dance floor and enjoy meeting new people and dancing in a casual, non threatening atmosphere.

The High Sierra Swing Dance Club, Yaples Ballroom, and several individual dancers purchased a new dance floor for El Charro Avitia Restaurant and Bar located at 4389 So. Carson St., Carson City. The new floor was installed by volunteers from the dance community on Jan. 18. Both groups use the restaurant for the following dancing events.

Linda Danaher recently joined the Reno Philharmonic Association as marketing director. Danaher is an experienced marketing professional, owning her own successful company, Danaher Design, LLC, since 2003.

A graduate of Parsons, The New School for Design, Danaher has worked in high-profile positions such as Senior Art Director at Bristol-Myers Squibb Company in New York, as well working with organizations such as Avis, American Parkinson Disease Assoc., and Snug Harbor Cultural Center.

It's not every day you see a 2,200 pound, 26-foot tall guitar being driven along Highway 50 from Sacramento into South Lake Tahoe. Nor does one normally see a huge crane lifting a metal guitar over 100 feet to be placed onto a base in front of a South Shore casino.

Douglas High Graduate Terrence Martin and his team, Todd Schulze and Courtney Cardenas, were busy installing the guitar last week. Many people were passing by, stopping to ask the metal artist questions and taking photos of what will soon be the talk of the town and the subject of many photos.

Shane Dwight Band will be returning to Carson City, NV on SATURDAY, FEB 14, 2015, 08:00 PM at the Carson Station on Hwy 395 !!! Great talent -don't miss this popular blues/rock artist! For more information on the band check out the website: http://shanedwight.com/

It's "big-band jazz times three" when the Mile High Jazz Band, Carson High Jazz Band, and Carson Middle School Jazz Band present the 12th annual combined concert, the Mile High-Carson High Jazz Extravaganza..

The Extravaganza is Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015, 7 p.m., in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street. The event is sponsored by the Mile High Jazz Band Association and the Carson City Band Association as a benefit for Carson High instrumental music programs.