Arts and Entertainment
High Sierra Swing Dance Club Spring Ball Dinner/Dance
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/31/2015 - 5:07pmHigh Sierra Swing Dance Club invites the public to its annual Spring Ball dinner-dance on April 25 at the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson St. Cost is $35. Hors d’oeuvres and no-host cocktails at 5:30 p.m., dance performances at 6:30, buffet dinner at 7 p.m., open dancing 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. to West Coast swing, nightclub two-step, country two-step, and waltz. Requested attire is formal or semi-formal. To reserve a will-call ticket, call Rika at 530-307-8937 or Idie at 775-443-8870 by April 18; no tickets will be sold at the door.
Rockin’ comedian Huck Flyn
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/31/2015 - 9:35amHuck Flyn has worked with such stars as, Rob Schneider, Elaine Boozler, Margaret Cho, Vic Dunlop, Brad Garrett, Kevin Nealon, Bobby Slayton, Chris Titus, along with music acts such as, Joe Walsh, Eddie Money, Johnny Rivers, Three Dog Night, Lone Star & many, more.
Huck’s first comedy gig was opening for The Amazing Jonathon and his second gig was opening for Bill Engvall; not a bad start. Flyn, who brought his guitar and musical talent into the act, was an instant hit.
Fleischmann Planetarium hosts stellar space show lineup through Spring
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/30/2015 - 5:45pmFleischmann Planetarium at the University of Nevada, Reno hosts several breathtaking immersive theater experiences this sping, playing March 30-June 14, 2015. Fulldome planetarium shows are open to all ages. For show details, admission, program and membership information, call the Fleischmann Planetarium at (775) 784-4812 or visit www.planetarium.unr.edu.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: March 28-29
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/27/2015 - 4:09pmThe sun is shining, the flowers blooming, the birds chirping, the wind gusting, and Carson City is hopping! Easter fun can be found this weekend at the annual EGGstravaganza at Carson Tahoe Medical Center, the Children’s Museum, the Carson Mall, and the Brewery Arts Center.
Head over to Mills Park for the Vietnam Veterans Day Celebration, complete with military vehicles, exhibits, and more. For demonstrations from soldiers with an even older history, the Nevada Civil War Volunteers will be in Dayton Saturday.
'The Music Man' marches in Carson City May 8-17, 'Mary Poppins' in November
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/27/2015 - 9:58amThe Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2015 with two Broadway blockbusters. The critically acclaimed, award-winning Carson City musical theatre company offers a delightful year for the whole family.
Maestro of the classical guitar George Sakellariou live April 2 at the BAC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/26/2015 - 1:14pmThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, in partnership with Western Nevada College will present George Sakellariou on Thursday night, April 2 in the Performance Hall. George Sakellariou began playing the guitar at an early age in Athens, Greece, and received formal training at the esteemed Conservatory of Music in Athens.
Saturday Artisan Showcase at Carson City Chamber to feature Jarill Ristine
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/26/2015 - 9:17amThe Carson City Chamber Artisan Showcase continues its monthly “Meet the Artist” series this Saturday, March 28 by featuring glass artist Jarill Ristine. The reception will be between 2-4 pm at 1900 S. Carson Street. Refreshments will be served.
Ristine will explain how she creates her beautiful glass pieces and will be unveiling pieces she just created especially for this event. Her original pieces range from earrings to beautiful wall and home décor and no two pieces are alike.
Henderson’s Joseph Watson debuts paintings at LXS Gallery in the Nevada Legislative Building
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/25/2015 - 9:44am“The Observation and Conclusion,” debuts at the Nevada Arts Council’s LXS Gallery at the Nevada State Legislative Building April 6 with paintings by Henderson’s Joseph Watson.
“The work featured in this exhibit uses art as a tool to inspire people to become better individuals and guides others to success, based on my goal of making the world a better place,” Watson said.
The Driest State: Nevada Watersheds featured through May 28 at CCAI Courthouse Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/22/2015 - 11:04amThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, The Driest State: Nevada Watersheds, by artist Nolan Preece at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery now through May 28, 2015. The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The exhibition is free and the public is cordially invited. The gallery is open to the public Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.
Tuscarora exhibition now through June 30 inside Sierra Room of Carson City Community Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/22/2015 - 10:59amThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its exhibition, Tuscarora, by artist Ron Arthaud at the Carson City Community Center's Sierra Room from February 26 – June 30, 2015. Community Center is located at 851 E. William Street, Carson City.
Bringing the World to Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/22/2015 - 10:39amOn Tuesday, March 31, 2015, the Capital City Arts Initiative will present a talk by curator JoAnne Northrup. Her illustrated talk, Bringing the World to Northern Nevada is the next in CCAI’s Nevada Neighbors series. The talk will take place at 7pm at the BRIC, 108 E Proctor St, Carson City.
There will be an informal reception for Ms. Northrup preceding the event; the doors open at 6:15pm. The presentation and reception are free, and the public is cordially invited.
Tickets available for Wednesday's RSVP benefit 'Comic Relief' with Kat Simmons
Submitted by editor on Sat, 03/21/2015 - 12:01amThe event hosted by and is a fundraiser for RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program). Tickets are $30 each and are available at the RSVP office, the Artisan store at the Brewery Arts Center and online at BreweryArts.org.
Each ticket includes complimentary appetizers from Foodies Bystro beginning at 5:30 pm.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: March 21-22
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/20/2015 - 3:51pmIt’s a good weekend to be a kid: the Kerak Shrine Circus is in town! Well, it’s in Reno, but that isn’t too far of a drive for elephants, clowns, and cotton candy. Also in Reno, but intended for a slightly older audience, is the Lady Luck Tattoo and Art Expo, coincidentally held at Circus Circus.
For the outdoorsy-types you can join in the March to End Senior Hunger 5K in Dayton; the 5K Glow Run benefitting the Western Nevada College Softball Team; or join a ranger at Washoe Lake State Park for a guided hike.
'Pipe Makers of the Great Basin' video shows 100-year-old’s American Indian craft
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/20/2015 - 3:15pmAt 100 years old, Hilman Tobey fashions stone into American Indian art in a form he learned late in life. In a quietly reflective video, Tobey shows an apprentice how his pieces take shape and inspiration for use in traditional ceremonies. A Nevada Arts Council grant helped create “Pipe Makers of the Great Basin.” The film premiered in February and is now online at nac.nevadaculture.org under Nevada Stories.
Comedian Will C from Gone Girl, Mom and Hello Ladies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/20/2015 - 10:09amWill C has been featured in Gone Girl, Mom, Hello Ladies, Ragtag, Kill Em’ All, Wendall and Vinnie, Monk, Numb3rs, Knight Rider, MANswers, Family Jewels, Storage Hunters, Yes Man, Seven Pounds, Never Surrender, Article 99, Mr. and Mrs. Bridge, Inherent Vice, Wizards Dream, The Vatican Files, Purge 2, and Murder of a Cat. He’s presently working on Revival and just wrapped shooting Hail Caesar with the Coen brothers. With his quick wit, over the top goofiness, and his ability to relate to his audiences, Will has become a favorite at clubs, colleges, and military bases everywhere.
Father-Daughter Cinderella Ball tickets on sale Saturday 9 to noon at CHS
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/20/2015 - 10:05amReminder: Tickets for the April 17 inaugural Carson High School Father-Daughter Cinderella Ball, a fundraiser for four school clubs, are on sale Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon at Carson High on the north foyer of the big gym, said Anglia Golik, CHS teacher, organizer and Senator Square columnist.
Carson Chamber Singers spring concerts are Saturday in Carson City, Sunday in Reno
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/19/2015 - 10:25amThe Carson Chamber Singers, directed by Michael Langham, continues its 30th season with a pair of Spring Concerts in Carson City and Reno.
The first concert will be on Saturday, March 21, at 7:30 p.m., at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 314 N. Division Street in in Carson City.
Carson City Singer Entertains at Huckabee Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/17/2015 - 3:37pmFormer Arkansas governor, Mike Huckabee, is coming to Carson City, and one resident, in particular, is tuning up his voice for the conservative icon's visit.
Singer Rick J. Radecki has been in northern Nevada for just over two years now, but is already making a name for himself and his special brand of music — a mix of Romantic Standards and Classic Country, with just a hint of a Broadway Show Tune and Patriotic favorite stirred in.
Genoa Cowboy Festival dates secured for April 30 to May 2
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/17/2015 - 1:45pmThe sixth annual Genoa Cowboy Festival will be held April 30 to May 2 in the Town of Genoa, Nev. Previous Cowboy Festivals have attracted thousands of visitors to the picturesque community located in the eastern foothills of the Sierra Nevada.
Genoa, widely recognized as Nevada’s oldest town, is a short 45-minute drive south from Reno and in close proximity to South Lake Tahoe.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: March 14-15
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/13/2015 - 4:40pmIf you have the kind of luck that brings rain as soon as you wash your car, please drive over to Squeaky’s Car Wash at the corner of Highway 50 E and Lompa Lane. It’s their opening weekend and they are offering free car washes and raising funds for the Carson City Community Counseling Center.
If you consider yourself adventurous, then the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry in Virginia City is for you. It’s not nicknamed the Testicle Festival for nothing! If you need some liquid courage, take part in the Ball Breaker Saloon Crawl. The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade heads down C Street at noon.
Classic Guitarist George Sakellariou concert April 2 to benefit WNC
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/13/2015 - 9:58amSharing his music has always been an objective for classic guitarist George Sakellariou. During a rare Northern Nevada appearance last year, Sakellariou presented a variety of new and old pieces, leading to an April 2 return engagement presented by Western Nevada College’s Wildcat Productions at the Brewery Arts Center.
Proceeds from the 7 p.m. concert will assist in creating a new scholarship for Wildcat Productions. Sakellariou, 70, has said that a key to entertaining for so long is to remain inspired.
'Who's Your Paddy?' Carson City St. Patrick's Day Film Crawl set for Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/12/2015 - 8:56amThe St. Paddy's Film Crawl is a filmmaking competition that combines filmmakers with local businesses. Films are either short documentary or mockumentary and are between 1 and 10 minutes long. The event is hosted by the Brewery Arts Center, Wired Wednesday and Carson TV. The crawl is open to everyone, and includes film viewing, specials, entertainment and more.
Sonia Carlson to speak, demonstrate calligraphy at Legislative Building March 19
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/11/2015 - 4:12pmGardnerville artist Sonia Carlson hosts a free Chinese Calligraphy workshop at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19 as part of the Nevada Arts Council’s “Work of Artists” series at the Nevada Legislative Building in Carson City.
The event runs until 5 p.m. in Room 3100. All “Work of Artists” presentations are free and open to the public.
Growing up in Zhangzhou, China, Carlson learned calligraphy in school and folk dances from her family.
Reno Chamber Orchestra Presents Tomasz Golka & CCC Winner
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/11/2015 - 3:53pmGuest conductor Maestro Tomasz Golka leads the Reno Chamber Orchestra in Nightingale Concert Hall on Saturday, March 14 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 15 at 2 p.m. in a program starting with Haydn’s No. 39 and Schubert’s “Tragic” minor key symphonies. Next enjoy a modern composition by composer Witold Lutoslawski, as well as Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations performed by cellist Xiao Lai Zhou, the first prize winner of the Reno Chamber Orchestra’s 2015 College Concerto Competition. Tickets can be purchased on the website and range from $5 – $45.
The Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents: The Agony and the Ecstasy
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/10/2015 - 5:32pmJoin the Carson City Classic Cinema Club for our monthly viewing! Our theme for Tuesday, April 7 viewing is the religious epic "The Agony and the Ecstasy."
The 1965 film, starring Charlton Heston as Michelangelo and Rex Harrison as Pope Julius II, deals with their conflict over the painting of the Sistine Chapel.
The club meets in the back room at Red's Old 395 Grill (1055 S. Carson Street in Carson City) at 6:30 PM on the first Tuesday of every month.
Virginia City goes nuts this weekend with annual Rocky Mountain Oyster festival
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/10/2015 - 12:11pmEach year the historic Nevada mining town of Virginia City goes nuts and celebrates St. Patrick’s Day a few days early with a festival that pays homage to the part of the male cow anatomy that usually winds up snipped on the cutting room floor.
Gairin Celtic Musicians to Perform for Red's 395 St. Patrick's Day Party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/09/2015 - 7:40pmRed's 395 St. Patrick's Day celebration features live Irish music, traditional Irish foods like corned beef and cabbage, true Irish coffee and green beer. This St. Patrick's day event is a Carson City tradition, when once a year Red's turns Green, encouraging patrons to wear the green and sing along to Irish favorites while enjoying good company, foods and drinks!
Carson City Symphony to begin rehearsals for April 26 concert
Submitted by editor on Sat, 03/07/2015 - 11:35pmAttention musicians! The Carson City Symphony will begin rehearsals for the April 26 "Spring Celebration" concert on Wednesday, March 11, 7 to 9:15 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 1750 Mountain Street, Carson City. Most subsequent Wednesday rehearsals will be at the Carson High band room.
Ambrosia, Pablo Cruise to headline Concert Under the Stars benefit for Greenhouse Project
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 03/07/2015 - 5:44pmThe 7th annual Concert Under the Stars, a benefit for the Greenhouse Project, will feature a July 8 double billing with 70's and 80's smooth classic rock powerhouses Ambrosia and Pablo Cruise.
The concert was announced by Cafe at Adele’s owner Charlie Abowd on his Facebook page Saturday. Ticket sales will be announced soon. The show is produced by John Procaccini of Chili Bop Entertainment and will be in the back outside area of Adele's Restaurant and Lounge.
Men Of Worth to play at the BAC March 13
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/07/2015 - 8:47amThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1976, will present Men of Worth on Friday night, March 13 in the Black Box Theater. Men of Worth was formed in 1986 by Scotsman Donnie Macdonald and Irishman James Keigher who came together to perform Irish and Scottish folk music, combining traditional and contemporary styles.