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Family-friendly events happening this week in Carson City

Repeats every day until Sun Sep 01 2024 .
August 27, 2024 (All day)

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

Keith Alan Barnett at Polecat Tavern in Carson City, Friday at 7pm

August 30, 2024 - 7:00pm

Keith Alan Barnett will be performing solo at Polecat Tavern in Carson City on Friday, August 30th beginning at 7pm. You enjoyed the whole band at the Brewery Arts Center Levitt Amp Concert a couple of weeks ago. Now he's playing solo for your pleasure.

Polecat Tavern
260 W Winnie Lane
Carson City, NV

Happy Hour 3-6pm All domestic beer and well drinks are $3.00. 25% off imported & premium brands
21+only, smoke free, gaming
FULL bar, Live Music, food delivery or carry-in

https://polecattavern.com
FB: @polecattavern
Insta: @polecattaverncc

Carson City Search and Rescue is recruiting

August 31, 2024 (All day)

Carson City Search and Rescue is recruiting. Do you enjoy outdoor activities? Are you ready to learn new skills? Do you want to help your community?

Family-friendly events happening this week in Carson City

August 27, 2024 (All day)

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

7th Annual Steppin' Back in time Fundraiser at Historic Fourth Ward School brings Virginia City Newspaper to life

August 31, 2024 - 6:30am

Join us for a night in a vibrant 1800s newspaper scene that helped shape Virginia City's rich history & lore!

Imagine a night filled with the lively spirit of Mark Twain and Dan DeQuille, legendary journalists who brought Virginia City's stories to life...

Carson Farmers Market Kickoff begins Saturday, continues weekly through September

Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Sep 28 2024 .
June 8, 2024 - 8:30am

Experience Carson City's only farmers market, open every Saturday — rain or shine — from June 8 to Sept. 28, 2024, at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion, Mills Park, Carson City.

Historic tours of Nevada State Prison in Carson City offered in August, signups underway

August 31, 2024 - 9:00am
Prison Tours

August tours at the Nevada State Prison in Carson City are filling up for the summer, and tours are opening soon for the fall.

Capitol City Gun Club hosts Labor Day Fun Shoot this Saturday

Repeats every day until Sat Aug 31 2024 .
August 31, 2024 - 9:00am

On Saturday, August 31, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City will host a club-wide Fun Shoot with discounted target fees from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The club offers trap, skeet, 5-stand, and sporting clays and is located at 3590 Arrowhead Drive.

Cafe Connections meets twice every Saturday in Carson City

Repeats every week until Sat Sep 28 2024 .
August 3, 2024 - 10:00am
Meet up with others from the community to hear and share stories and experiences

Connections social gatherings in Carson City bring locals together weekly for story sharing, conversation and inspiration.

Author Karen Dustman on forgotten tales of Carson Valley at Dangberg Historic Park Aug. 31

August 31, 2024 - 10:00am

Local author Karen Dustman will give a presentation at Dangberg Historic Park on Carson Valley and it's forgotten tales. This will be based on her third book in a series of stories of Carson Valley and its little and/or unknown history.

Author Karen Dustman on 'Forgotten Tales of Carson Valley' to speak at Dangberg Historic Park

August 31, 2024 - 10:00am

Local author Karen Dustman will give a presentation at Dangberg Historic Park on Carson Valley and it's forgotten tales. This will be based on her third book in a series of stories of Carson Valley and its little and/or unknown history.

Whodunit? Labor Day murder mystery happening Saturday aboard Virginia Truckee Railroad

August 31, 2024 - 5:30pm

Looking for something unique this Labor Day weekend? Join us on the Virginia Truckee Railroad on Saturday, August 31 and immerse yourself in solving a Murder Mystery with the Fun Time Players at 5:30 p.m.

Play Music on the Porch at Polecat Tavern on Saturday, August 31st at 7pm

August 31, 2024 - 7:00pm

Join us on the patio at Polecat Tavern at 7pm August 31 for Play Music on the Porch.

Play Music on the Porch Day - a World Wide Event - at Polecat Tavern - Aug 31 at 7pm

August 31, 2024 - 7:00pm

Play Music on The Porch Day started out as an idea…
"What if for one day everything stopped... And we all just listened to the music?" Even though this seems like a simple idea, if it worked, it could produce profound results.

Polecat Tavern is joining "Play Music on the Porch Day", August 31st on our Patio at 7pm. Come join us and lets make some music!

Check out the Website https://playmusicontheporchday.com/
And look on the map for Polecat Tavern.

Polecat Tavern
260 W Winnie Lane
Carson City, NV

Family-friendly events happening this week in Carson City

August 27, 2024 (All day)

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors hosts 'Big Deal' exhibit talk with artists

Repeats every 5 days until Fri Oct 25 2024 .
August 7, 2024 - 8:00am
The Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors series of public talks includes interviews with artists in their studios or in a gallery setting. CCAI presents artists Stephen Reid talking with artist Joan Arrizabalaga about her work in the Bristlecone Gallery exhibition, "Big Deal."

Historic Nevada State Prison Offers final tours of the year in Carson City

Repeats every week until Tue Oct 29 2024 .
September 1, 2024 - 9:00am

Nevada State Prison Preservation society offers it's last day tours of the year in the months of September and October.

Call to Carson City area artists/vendors due Oct. 25: Brewery Arts Center Holiday Bazaar Nov. 9-10

Repeats every week until Fri Oct 25 2024 .
July 28, 2024 - 2:00pm

Brewery Arts Center, in partnership with Visit Carson City, is excited to be hosting the 2nd Annual Brewery Arts Center’s Holiday Bazaar! We will be hosting an art fair in the Brewery Arts Center Ballroom and Exhibition Hall on Saturday and Sunday, November 9th and 10th, 12 to 4 pm both days.

'Big Deal' exhibition that highlights gaming featured at WNC Carson City campus art gallery

Repeats every 5 days until Thu Sep 12 2024 .
May 25, 2024 - 8:00am

Artist Joan Arrizabalaga celebrates Nevada’s gaming industry with her large embroidery and mixed-media slot machines in the "Big Deal" exhibition.

Sierra Watercolor Society Invitational featured at Carson City Community Center

Repeats every week until Thu Oct 10 2024 .
July 15, 2024 - 8:00am

For Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Sierra Watercolor Society Invitational," 18 SWS member artists shared their art presenting a wide array of images, visions, and painting techniques.

Cafe Connections happening Tuesdays at Comma Coffee in Carson City

Repeats every week until Tue Sep 24 2024 .
July 16, 2024 - 9:00am
Meet up with others from the community to hear and share stories and experiences

CONNECTIONS social gatherings bring locals together every week for story sharing, conversation and inspiration.
Join us every Tuesday for Café CONNECTIONS at Comma Coffee, 312 S Carson Street, Carson City.

Men's healing circle The Rising Suns meets every other Tuesday at Carson City's Miller Wellness Center

Repeats every 2 weeks until Tue Jan 07 2025 .
August 20, 2024 - 6:30pm

The Rising Suns is a Carson City area men’s circle. We gather weekly to share our life stories, challenges, dramas, and traumas in a supportive and judgment-free space. This is authentic men’s work in which we learn to accept ourselves fully.

Learn about Amateur Astronomy and Astrophotography in our National Parks and Public Lands with Genoa lecture

September 4, 2024 (All day)

Come learn more about night photography, astronomy, light pollution and prevention!

This presentation features night sky images from Death Valley, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Sequoia, and more! You will see photographs of the Milky Way, lunar rainbows, meteor showers, distant galaxies, comets, nebulas, and eclipses.

Carson City's Miller Counseling and Wellness Center offering free Grief Support Groups Wednesdays

Repeats every week until Wed Jan 01 2025 .
January 31, 2024 (All day)

Miller Counseling is partnering with Douglas Center for Hope and Healing to offer grief support groups to Carson City and the surrounding rural communities Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m.

The Miller Counseling and Wellness Center is located at 104 W. Telegraph St. in Carson City.

The Center for Hope and Healing has been providing grief support to Douglas County for the last 10 years. The goal of building this partnership is to make the free support groups available and easier to access to more members of the Northern Nevada community.

Tom Gilbertson 'Recent Works' exhibition featured at Carson City courthouse

Repeats every week until Thu Sep 26 2024 .
June 5, 2024 - 8:00am

In his paintings, Tom Gilbertson creates a visual imbalance between the central floral image and the industrial overlays. The Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Recent Works", presents work by Gilbertson at the Courthouse Gallery. The exhibition began June 5 and runs through Sept. 26, 2024.

Battle Born Progress Celebrate Progress Brunch

September 4, 2024 - 12:00pm

Battle Born Progress is having our annual Celebrate Progress! Come celebrate all of the progress that we have accomplished within the past year and come hear what we plan to do to ensure a progressive agenda is being pushed at all levels of government.

Maggie M’s Beginning Art Classes for Teens Wednesdays starting Aug. 7

Repeats every week until Mon Dec 30 2024 .
August 7, 2024 - 3:00pm

Maggie M’s Beginning Art Classes will provide instruction in drawing, sketching, and painting with watercolors and acrylics 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm every Wednesday.

Learn to Sketch

September 4, 2024 - 5:30pm

Want to learn to sketch? In this class you’ll learn about problem-solving through art, as well as how to draw with instructor Kaleb Wyckoff. Whether you can sketch a stick figure or a portrait, this class is for you! All skill levels are welcome. Every class is different and designed to strive for accessibility.

PPI presents Improv Wednesdays at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City

Repeats every week until Mon Sep 30 2024 .
September 4, 2024 - 6:30pm

Learn the basics of improv and play games at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City. Free to the public. Workshops are 6:30 to 8:30 pm every Wednesday.

PPI Presents Improv @ the BAC

Repeats every week until Mon Sep 30 2024 .
September 4, 2024 - 6:30pm

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Wednesday

Learn the basics of improv and play games. Free to the public.

Questions? Email ppicommunitytheater@gmail.com

Brewery Arts Center | East Building | Grand Ballroom
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV

Dementia and Alzheimer's caregiver class available in Carson City

Repeats every week until Thu Sep 26 2024 .
August 22, 2024 - 9:00am

A new six-week class beginning this month from the Alzheimer’s Association in Carson City is available and free to caregivers.

Fall into freedom: Carson Tahoe offers smoking cessation classes

September 5, 2024 - 4:00pm
Do you want to quit smoking? Carson Tahoe Health welcomes all who want to fall into freedom by taking part in a supportive group effort for smoking cessation.

Western Nevada College offers two Screenwriting classes for fall 2024

Repeats every week until Mon Sep 30 2024 .
August 29, 2024 - 5:30pm
WNC Screenwriting Classes

Western Nevada College will have two Screenwriting classes available this fall through the Continuing Education program:

6th annual Silver State Art Festival returns to Carson City's Fuji Park Sept. 6 - 8

Repeats every day until Sun Sep 08 2024 .
September 6, 2024 (All day)

Nevada Gourd Society is hosting the 6th Annual Silver State Art Festival, September 6-8, 2024, in Fuji Exhibit Hall and Park, Carson City (across from Costco).

Douglas County rodeo returns with bronc riding, barrel racing, bull riding, live music and more

September 6, 2024 (All day)

Get ready for an action-packed weekend as the 4th annual Douglas County Rodeo returns Sept. 6-7 at the fairgrounds in Gardnerville, bringing with it all the excitement of the Wild West while supporting a great cause. This year’s rodeo will benefit two non-profit organizations.

Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors hosts 'Big Deal' exhibit talk with artists

August 7, 2024 - 8:00am
The Capital City Art Initiative’s Nevada Neighbors series of public talks includes interviews with artists in their studios or in a gallery setting. CCAI presents artists Stephen Reid talking with artist Joan Arrizabalaga about her work in the Bristlecone Gallery exhibition, "Big Deal."

Chautauqua of Eliza Buckland at Dangberg Historic Park

September 6, 2024 - 10:00am

Local Chautauquan DebiLynn Smith will give a performance as Eliza Buckland – a founder of Buckland Station, a Pony Express stop near Fort Churchill, Nevada, at Dangberg Historic Park.

We've Come a Long Way, Baby: Carson Valley Community Theatre to celebrate 20 years

September 6, 2024 - 6:00pm
dinner theatre at its best, songs, skits, an evening of memories

Mark your calendars for the Carson Valley Community Theatre’s 20th year anniversary gala to be held  at 6 p.m. on Sept. 6 at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden. We will celebrate with an evening of songs, skits and anecdotes about our theatre, along with a three-course meal.

Adult Paint & Sip: There’s Magic in the Woods at the BAC

September 6, 2024 - 6:30pm

Enjoy a fun and easy acrylic painting class as you follow along with instructor Debbie Corona in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

6th annual Silver State Art Festival returns to Carson City's Fuji Park Sept. 6 - 8

September 6, 2024 (All day)

Nevada Gourd Society is hosting the 6th Annual Silver State Art Festival, September 6-8, 2024, in Fuji Exhibit Hall and Park, Carson City (across from Costco).

Carson City Aviation Festival seeks volunteers

September 7, 2024 (All day)

The Carson City Airport Aviation Festival scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 7 is seeking adult volunteers for a variety of tasks. This exciting event will feature aviation displays, live entertainment and youth activities. To inquire about volunteer opportunities please follow the link below:

Sierra Lutheran High School hosts annual golf tourney to support school athletics program

September 7, 2024 - 7:00am

Sierra Lutheran High School is proud to be hosting its 2024 Sierra Lutheran Golf Classic on Saturday, Sep. 7, 2024 to support the high school's many athletic programs.

'Big Deal' exhibition that highlights gaming featured at WNC Carson City campus art gallery

May 25, 2024 - 8:00am

Artist Joan Arrizabalaga celebrates Nevada’s gaming industry with her large embroidery and mixed-media slot machines in the "Big Deal" exhibition.

Carson City Supervisor Maurice 'Mo' White to meet public, hear opinions Saturday, Sept. 7

Repeats every month on the first Saturday until Sat Dec 07 2024 .
September 7, 2024 - 8:00am

Every first Saturday of the month please come and share your thoughts with me, Supervisor Maurice "Mo" White. I am looking forward to meeting you and hearing your opinions about Carson City. I will be inside the Carson Mall at Bella Vita Bistro on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024 and on the first Saturday of every month 8am to 10 am. See you there.

Carson Farmers Market Kickoff begins Saturday, continues weekly through September

June 8, 2024 - 8:30am

Experience Carson City's only farmers market, open every Saturday — rain or shine — from June 8 to Sept. 28, 2024, at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion, Mills Park, Carson City.

Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Association Event - Donovan Mill

Repeats every 2 days until Sat Sep 07 2024 .
September 7, 2024 - 9:00am

Join the fun at the Donovan Mill in Silver City on Sept. 7. Show off your antique hit n miss engines and/or old tractors. Catch a Mill tour including the operating stamp mill plus gold panning and blacksmithing demonstrations. Take part in the swap meet, you may find a treasure you cannot live without!

RNR Tires opens up shop in Carson City, grand opening planned for Sept. 7

September 7, 2024 - 9:00am

RNR Tires, Carson City’s newest tire shop, is officially open with a grand opening celebration planned for Sept. 7.

First Ever Comic Convention coming to Carson City in 2024

September 7, 2024 - 10:00am

Kaboom-Con! Northern Nevada will be hosted on September 7th, 2024, at the Carson City Community Center in Carson City, NV. The event will have almost ten thousand square feet of exhibitor floor space.

There will be Cosplay and Art Contests as well as fabulous raffle prizes. The event will also serve as a fundraiser for multiple local 501(c)3 Non-Profits, including Cold Nose Rescue and Sanctuary, with a portion of the net proceeds going to these fantastic organizations.

Cafe Connections meets twice every Saturday in Carson City

August 3, 2024 - 10:00am
Meet up with others from the community to hear and share stories and experiences

Connections social gatherings in Carson City bring locals together weekly for story sharing, conversation and inspiration.

Community invited to fundraiser for Carson City's warming shelter program Night Off the Streets

September 7, 2024 - 1:00pm

Night Off the Streets invites the community to its 2nd annual Summer Party on Saturday, Sept. 7, on the lawn of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. The summer party will raise funds to support NOTS’ warming center operations during the upcoming winter.

Catesby Jones at Polecat Tavern in Carson City Saturday Sept. 7

September 7, 2024 - 7:00pm

On Saturday, Sept. 7th beginning at 7pm, Polecat Tavern in Carson City is honored to have Catesby Jones on our stage. Catesby Jones has been writing and performing his original songs for 50 years. He’s a veteran of the fabled New York College Coffeehouse Circuit and has been a vital part of the music communities in a dozen cities and the Virgin Islands.

Roots Music Masters: An Intimate Concert Series at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse

September 7, 2024 - 7:00pm

Throughout the fall and winter, the Silver City Schoolhouse will be hosting the Roots Music Masters concert series in Silver City.

6th annual Silver State Art Festival returns to Carson City's Fuji Park Sept. 6 - 8

September 6, 2024 (All day)

Nevada Gourd Society is hosting the 6th Annual Silver State Art Festival, September 6-8, 2024, in Fuji Exhibit Hall and Park, Carson City (across from Costco).

Historic Nevada State Prison Offers final tours of the year in Carson City

September 1, 2024 - 9:00am

Nevada State Prison Preservation society offers it's last day tours of the year in the months of September and October.

Call to Carson City area artists/vendors due Oct. 25: Brewery Arts Center Holiday Bazaar Nov. 9-10

July 28, 2024 - 2:00pm

Brewery Arts Center, in partnership with Visit Carson City, is excited to be hosting the 2nd Annual Brewery Arts Center’s Holiday Bazaar! We will be hosting an art fair in the Brewery Arts Center Ballroom and Exhibition Hall on Saturday and Sunday, November 9th and 10th, 12 to 4 pm both days.

Monday Night Bingo in Dayton

Repeats every month until Mon Nov 25 2024 .
July 8, 2024 - 6:00pm

Looking for a fun evening out? Come join us for Bingo! Bingo is played on Mondays from 6-9 PM at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street in Old Town Dayton. Doors open at 5 PM. Free coffee is available and you are welcome to bring your own snacks.

Kid's Monster Lab sculpting class at the BAC in Carson City

September 9, 2024 (All day)
Monster Lab, Kid's Sculpting Class, Brewery Arts Center

Children ages 6-13 are welcome to this 6-day sculpting class! It runs from Sept. 10 through Sept. 26, every Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center.

Sierra Watercolor Society Invitational featured at Carson City Community Center

July 15, 2024 - 8:00am

For Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Sierra Watercolor Society Invitational," 18 SWS member artists shared their art presenting a wide array of images, visions, and painting techniques.

Cafe Connections happening Tuesdays at Comma Coffee in Carson City

July 16, 2024 - 9:00am
Meet up with others from the community to hear and share stories and experiences

CONNECTIONS social gatherings bring locals together every week for story sharing, conversation and inspiration.
Join us every Tuesday for Café CONNECTIONS at Comma Coffee, 312 S Carson Street, Carson City.

Kid’s Monster Lab hosted Tuesdays & Thursdays September 10 through 26 at the BAC

September 10, 2024 - 5:00pm

The Kid’s Monster Lab is for any youngins ages six through thirteen interested in bringing their imagination to life: in this three-week, six-session class, participants will dream up creatures, critters, and monsters to create with their art, their colors, then finally clay and paint. Classes are led by instructor, Kaleb Wyckoff.

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