Arts and Entertainment
Nevada Arts Council announces 2015 grant award recipients
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 7:41amThe Nevada Arts Council announced its 2015 grant recipients for the year, with Carson City, Western Nevada and Lake Tahoe organizations getting a share of more than $600,000 in art program money.
NAC Arts Learning, Project and Partners in Excellence grants for fiscal year 2015 went to non-profit organizations and public institutions in 10 Nevada counties. Grants were awarded at the board meeting in May. Review panels convened in public meetings to evaluate the grant applications and recommend funding amounts for the board to consider.
Three-day Lit Fest kicks off Friday in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/03/2014 - 4:56amNevada writer Ellen Hopkins has appeared at book and literary festivals around the country since the publication of her young-adult novel "Crank" 10 years ago, followed by nearly a dozen more books.
This year she asked herself, "Why not here?" meaning Carson City and a book celebration.
Mile High Jazz Band evening of big band, poetry with 'Hide and Seek'
Submitted by editor on Sun, 06/01/2014 - 8:04pmThe Mile High Jazz Band with vocalists Sheryl Adams and Cindee LeVal will be joined by seven poets and readers for "Hide and Seek," a lively evening of big-band jazz music and poetry.
The event will be on Tuesday, June 10, 7:30-9:30 p.m., at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson Street, across the street from the state legislature building in Carson City. Admission is $5 general and free for age 18 and under.
Monthly swing dance party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/28/2014 - 5:08pmHigh Sierra Swing Dance Club presents its monthly dance party June 28 at the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St., Carson City. At 6:30 p.m., Clay and Cullen Mitchell will teach jitterbug, a 1940s-style swing dance and simplified version of Lindy hop. This is in preparation for the Silver Dollar Car Classic Sock Hop at the Carson Nugget on July 26. Social dance is 7:30-10 p.m. Partners are not required. Lesson $7 for HSSDC and any swing dance club members or $10 for nonmembers; dance $7 for members of swing clubs and $10 for nonmembers.
RSVP seeks local musicians and vendors for July 4 celebration
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/27/2014 - 5:26pmFor the 22th year, the Nevada Rural Counties Retired Senior Volunteer Program, also known as RSVP, will sponsor the July 4th celebration at Mills Park, Carson City, July 3-6, 2014. The highlight of the event will include a spectacular Independence Day pyrotechnic display at dusk.
Local musicians and bands are encouraged to apply to play in one of four openings scheduled for Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6. All music genres are welcome but must be suitable for a family-friendly event and contain no offensive lyrics or stage show.
Carson City Photo Club meets Wednesday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 7:17pmAttention all photographers: The Carson Photo Club meets this Wednesday, May 28, 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Sheriff's Office, 911 East Musser Street. The theme this month is "Signs of Springs."
Interested? Come and check it out! All levels of photographers and cameras welcome. Go here for the Facebook page and here for the website.
Genoa's Sweet Sippin' Sundays
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/26/2014 - 1:06pmGenoa’s Sweet Sippin’ Sundays strolls into its second month of the season, June 1. Come out to Main Street Genoa and enjoy the vodka-based drinks of the day and music by The Rick Hammond Blues Band. Also, meet the non-profit recipients of the day, the Suicide Prevention Network.
The cost is $12, which includes a special event glass or $10 for return sippers who bring their event glass with them. Complete your passport in time and get a chance at winning $100 in “Genoa Bucks” or a Second Chance Spin on the Wheel of Fortune!
May 31 preview of the Carson City Experience to reveal 'Augmented Reality'
Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/25/2014 - 8:48amExamples of augmented reality will be exhibited and demonstrated by Agency 36 in anticipation of the August launch of the Carson City Experience. The event will be held May 31 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Carson HorseShoe Club.
Carson City men pen book on bars in Nevada
Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/25/2014 - 8:25amWhat do you get when four friends tour the back roads, alleyways, towns and venues drinking beer? A good weekend with a chance of a hangover?
For Frank Smith, Jim Kiernan, Larry Messina and Bob Fredlund what you get are a lot of good times, camaraderie and a book out of the deal. Fresh off the presses these four gentlemen from Carson City — two realtors and two retired executives — have put together the book: Bars of Nevada, The Historical, Hysterical and Barely Standing.
Dancing Drum performance Friday at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by editor on Thu, 05/22/2014 - 12:51pmSeeliger Elementary and the Brewery Arts Center have partnered to bring "Dancing Drum," an interactive performance on Friday that combines high energy drumming with abundant opportunities for audience participation.
Students from Seeliger Elementary School will join New Orleans-based Dancing Drum's Steve Campbell during a section of the performance.
Be prepared for lots of great music, outstanding musicianship and a fun way to kick off your Memorial Day weekend. Tickets are $5. The show begins 7:00pm in the BAC Performance Hall, 511 W King Street in Carson City.
Dorothy’s Dance Adventure in the Land of Oz
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/22/2014 - 11:32amAyako’s Dance Studio, under the sponsorship of Pinkerton Ballet Theatre, will present “Dorothy’s Dance Adventure in the Land of Oz” at 7 p.m. Friday in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center.
General admission costs $10 per person. Admission for seniors 60 and older and children 10 and younger costs $7. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
Joe Grissino Performs
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/21/2014 - 8:18amJoe Grissino plays soulful blues and alternative music beginning at 6:30 p.m., Friday, May 23 and Saturday, May 24 at Bella Fiore Wine Bar, 224 S. Carson St. Enjoy good music and a glass of wine.
World Dance Open Floor
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/21/2014 - 8:14amComma Coffee invites everyone to come dance, Friday, May 24 at 8 p.m. There is no cost to attend. Comma Coffee is located at 312 S. Carson St.
Dorothy's Dance Adventure in the Land of Oz
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/21/2014 - 8:10amAyako's Dance Studio presents "Dorothy's Dance Adventure in the Land of Oz," at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater, 851 E. William St. Price is $10 General; $7 Senior (60+); $7 Children (10-). Tickets cost $10, available at the door. Sponsored by Pinkerton Ballet Theatr
Memorial Day Craft Fair at the Carson Mall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/20/2014 - 3:56pmJoin us at the Carson Mall for a craft fair.
Unique crafts: handmade jewelry, leather flowers, Miche bags, Jamberry nails, handmade soaps and candles, lamps, creams and more. Check it out. Saturday, Sunday and Monday!!!
Carson City veteran of two wars to lead Memorial Day weekend parade in Virginia City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/20/2014 - 11:00amCelebrate Memorial Day Weekend in historic Virginia City with the annual Celebration of Heroes Parade Saturday, May 24 at noon. Taking place down C Street, the parade honors the memory of those who gave their lives for this country.
Carson City locals create YouTube video that reaches over 200,000 viewers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/19/2014 - 8:57pmMost people may consider internet videos to be a quick way to get an easy laugh, but what some may not be aware of is that there's an entire niche of them that are specifically made to amaze and awe the viewer, sadly most of those videos will remain in the low numbers of reproductions regardless of the hard work that's been put onto them, but if after investing days of recording and editing it gets 200,000 people engaged in the plot and entertained by its content, it can certainly be said that an impression not all can achieve, has been made.
Local Reporter Launches First Book
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/19/2014 - 11:21amGardnerville freelance writer and former Nevada Press Association Journalist of Merit Scott Neuffer will be hosting two public signings for his first full-length book, a collection of short fictional stories entitled “Scars of the New Order.”
Neuffer will be signing books 6:30-8 p.m. June 4 at Sundance Books and Music at 121 California Ave. in Reno. He’ll also be hosting a book reading and signing 6 p.m. June 6 at Shelby’s Book Shoppe at 1663 Lucerne St. Suite C in the Minden Village.
Ukulele & Strings Festival at Empire Elementary School Today
Submitted by admin on Sat, 05/17/2014 - 1:11pmCome on out to The Great Carson City Literary Festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/17/2014 - 10:37amThe Great Carson City Literary Festival is coming to town on the weekend of June 6-8 at Mills Park. The festival will have many family oriented and child activities including authors of every genre, a book nook with readings by the actual authors, Kid Chef Eliana who will be doing cooking demonstrations, a giant bounce house and obstacle course, a free kids art tent, food, and much more.
Family Dance Party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/16/2014 - 10:17pmThe Children's Museum of Northern Nevada in Carson City is hosting a family dance party. The evening will include a live DJ and African dance group- Anouaze Beat featuring Norbert Yao. The local food truck, Nevada Nosh will be selling sliders just outside of the museum. Tickets for the dance party are $5/person or $15/family. All ages are welcome but minors must be accompanied by an adult. $5 off One Year Memberships for attendees!
For more info call (775)884-2225 or visit www.cmnn.org
Nevada State Museum hosts Fremont Howitzer Recovery Team May 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/16/2014 - 4:43pmJohn Wilusz, civil engineer and member of the Fremont Howitzer Recovery Team presents “Searching for Fremont’s Lost Cannon” at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. May 22 as part of the Frances Humphrey Lecture Series.
Carson City Symphony presents 30th Pops Party Concert at Governor's Mansion
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/16/2014 - 1:22pmThe beautiful back lawn of the Governor's Mansion is the site of the Carson City Symphony's 30th annual Pops Party concert on Sunday, June 8, at 3 p.m. This concert is an official Nevada 150 event.
The program features the Carson City Symphony, Carson City Symphony Chorus, STRAZZ Youth Strings, and guest singers Sherre Carne and Cindee LeVal. Grounds open and pre-concert entertainment by the Yale-Worth strolling strings duo begins at 2 p.m. Admission is free.
STRAIGHTJACKET live at Topaz Joe's
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/14/2014 - 5:03pmCome bring in summer in style and dance the night away at Topaz Joe's. Live Music from 9PM - 1AM, Saturday, May 24th Memorial Weekend.
Topaz Joe's is located in TRE on Carter Way, off208, just east of 395 at Holbrook Junction.
Call for more information (775)266-3208
Artsy Fartsy Art Galleries third anniversary party to benefit American Cancer Society
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/14/2014 - 3:00pmJoin Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery LLC as we celebrate our 3rd year in business with a fundraiser for The American Cancer Society for prostate cancer research.
More than 50 northern Nevada artists will take part in this one-of-a-kind chair show, entitled "Sit On This."
A portion of all chair sales will go directly to The American Cancer Society. A raffle table will be available with all proceeds to benefit prostate cancer research. Carson City Confections will be on hand with their amazing cupcakes. Many surprises throughout the day.
Northern Nevada is blooming with the arts, activities and entertainment
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/12/2014 - 5:37pmThe weather is warming up providing for another great season activities throughout Carson City and Northern Nevada. One of my favorite things about spring and summer is to share as many local events, food, music, the arts and entertainment with you. We have many festivities, activities and fundraisers being planned for the coming months.
Legends of the West motorcycle and car show returns to Carson City over Father's Day weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/12/2014 - 9:58amPreparations underway for third annual Legends of the West Bike and Car Fest in Carson City over Father's Day weekend.
The motorcycle and car festival will be June 13-14, 2014 with events, contests, live entertainment, a show and shine, breakfast, raffles and awards. The show brings thousands of motorcycle and car enthusiasts to Carson City for the event.
Plans for Carson City Jazz and Beyond Music Festival underway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/12/2014 - 7:21amGet ready for an exciting summer of music when the Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival takes place, August 1-17. The festival, which began in 2004, is presented by the Mile High Jazz Band Assoc.
Last year, the Jazz and Beyond Festival featured 60 performances and over 100 performers, and organizers hope to match that accomplishment this year. Most performances are presented free to the public. Beyond jazz, the festival included bluegrass, blues, mariachi, and more.
Great Carson City Lit Fest coming in June
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/07/2014 - 2:45pmThe Great Carson City Lit Fest is a three-day celebration of the arts, with the focus on books, authors and literacy. More than 50 critically acclaimed authors, poets, performance poets, memoirists and storytellers will give readings, panel talks and sign their books.
What Are Your Kids Going to Do This Summer?
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/07/2014 - 2:41pmWhat are your children doing this summer? With the school year coming to a close, summer approaches with the promise of warmth and long days. Families talk about vacation time.
Still, parents wonder what else their children will be doing. And children wonder too. It's time to plan now.