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Lunar New Year, classic film screenings, music and more: Events around Carson City this weekend

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Repeats every day until Sun Feb 11 2024 .
February 9, 2024 (All day)
February 10, 2024 (All day)
February 11, 2024 (All day)

Happy Thursday, Carson City. Let's take a look at what this weekend has in store!

  • All weekend long

Nevada State Museum, Children’s Museum to host annual Lunar New Year celebrations this weekend

Each year, the Nevada State Museum and Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada partner together to bring Chinese culture to the capital city. This year is the year of the Dragon according to the Chinese lunar calendar and the first day of the Lunar New Year is Saturday, Feb. 10.

Bogey and Bacall plus pizza, snacks and more at Carson City's Brewery Art Center special film screenings

C5 Classic Cinema and Fun with Food are teaming up to celebrate National Pizza Day along with the Bogey Bacall binge, on Friday, Feb. 9 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King Street in Carson City.

Eagles and Agriculture 2024 to celebrate Carson Valley nature and heritage

Eagles and Agriculture 2024 is set to captivate nature enthusiasts and heritage aficionados from Thursday through Sunday this week.

  • Friday

Carson City

Keith Alan Barnett at Polecat Tavern Friday in Carson City

An internationally known singer & picker, Keith's single "No Place to Fall" and his album with the Lonesome Polecat Band "Three Days out of Gerlach" are available on Spotify and most streaming services.

Musicale@The Maizie this Friday with The Wolf Creek Boys and Will Houk at the Brewery Arts Center

Once a month the Maizie Theater in Brewery Arts Center hosts rising stars in the songwriting world from both near and far. Friday February 9th features The Wolf Creek Boys with opening act Will Houk.

Dayton

Community invited to candlelight vigil Friday at Dayton Elementary for Ella Márquez Conchas who died in Mound House pedestrian accident

There will be a "Shining a light" candlelight memorial vigil Friday for Ella Márquez Conchas, 10, who died Jan. 23 in a pedestrian accident on US-50 in Mound House. All are welcome to attend as a show of support for Ella Márquez Conchas and family. It will be held at 6:30 p.m. at on Friday at Dayton Elementary, 285 Old Dayton Road.

Douglas County

Heather "Lil' Mama" Hardy Comes to Minden

The Carson Valley Arts Council’s 2023-2024 Concert Series is resuming with an evening with Heather “Lil’ Mama” Hardy.

Lake Tahoe

Tahoe Bob Marley Birthday Celebration

Celebrate the music and message of reggae legend Bob Marley and relish in the positive vibration, come out and celebrate with us.

Ski With A Ranger offered Fridays at Lake Tahoe's Heavenly Mountain Resort

The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit has announced the return of Ski with a Ranger at Heavenly Mountain Resort. Skiers and snowboarders are invited to Ski with a Ranger beginning Friday, Jan. 26, 2024.

  • Saturday

Carson City

Carson Country Nights Dance fundraiser happening Feb. 10

Carson Tahoe Health Auxiliary will be holding a dinner and dance on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024 at the Governor's Mansion, Nevada Room in Carson City.

Rural Nevada foster parents virtual training begins Saturday; registration open for prospective parents

Nevadans interested in training to become foster parents in rural Nevada have an opportunity to join a four-session virtual training beginning Jan. 20, 2024. The Nevada Division of Child and Family Services is working to recruit and train foster families in Nevada’s 15 rural counties to support children in need.

Canyon White at Polecat Tavern in Carson City Saturday

Canyon White, Singer Songwriter extraordinaire, winner of many awards, will be performing her unique soulful original tunes off of her 4 albums plus many covers that you know and love on Saturday evening, February 10th beginning at 7pm at Polecat Tavern.

Virginia City

Virginia Truckee Railroad Valentine trains offer mystery and wine or country music and whiskey

Looking for a unique way to treat your Valentine this year? Join us Saturday, Feb. 10 on the Virginia Truckee Railroad and immerse yourself in solving a Murder Mystery with the Fun Time Players.

Virginia City kicks off 2024 with annual 'Devil Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl' Valentine’s event

Known for its rich history and one-of-a-kind events, Virginia City will kick off 2024 with the 11th annual Devil Made Me Do It Saloon Crawl Saturday, Feb. 10 in the heart of downtown. Attendees can bring a chosen Valentine (or find one during the event) to explore the town, sampling love-themed drinks at the historic saloons, restaurants and other participating businesses as well as tasting sweet treats.

Douglas County

Community Valentine's Day Celebration in Gardnerville

Between Horses and Humans and The Porch Movement invite you to join us for a heartwarming afternoon at our brand-new location, Amacker Ranch at 975 Centerville Lane in Gardnerville, NV! Immerse yourself in a world of arts, crafts, delectable treats, and heartwarming horse encounters.

  • Sunday

Carson City

13th Annual Jewelry, Chocolate, and Champagne Show at Artsy Fartsy in Carson City

It's that time of the year again, time for Carson City's Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery's 13th annual Jewelry, Chocolate and Champagne Show.

Call for Art for Nevada Artists Association's 2024 Winter Show

The Nevada Artists Association will be accepting entries for the 2024 Judged Winter Show, 10am-1pm.

Capitol City Gun Club Valentine's Fun Shoot

On Sunday, February 11, 2024, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City, NV will host a Valentine’s Fun Shoot from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Target fees will be discounted with a limit of 200 targets per person. The Club is located at 3590 Arrowhead Drive. For more information call (775) 882-9904. Everyone is invited to come!

  • Ongoing

Local Photographer Mark Gillard Featured at Gardnerville’s DST Coffee Jan. 15 – Feb. 17

Local Photographer Mark Gillard’s art is featured in a one man show at DST Coffee here in Gardnerville starting on Monday, January 15th. His work ranges from landscapes to flora and fauna; historic buildings to his favorite – cows. Mark has enjoyed photography since he was a kid. It remains a passion to this day. His photos are of areas from Mad Canyon’s majestic peaks to Gardnerville’s Meadows, historic locales from Genoa to Virginia City, barns to classic cars.

Baha’i Talks Sundays at Mills Park

Members of the Bahá’i community of Carson City invite the public to a series of talks on spiritual growth. Meeting each Sunday at 2:00PM at the Wungnema House in Mills Park.

Learn Dayton’s best kept historical secrets at the Dayton Museum

Do you want to know the historic town of Dayton’s best kept secrets? Dayton Museum opened for the season on March 4 at the town’s 1865 schoolhouse at 135 Shady Lane. The museum promotes the discovery of the culture, the tools used by the pioneers, their lifestyles and names of many who settled in Dayton 174 years ago. Ask about the Genealogy research and names saved on our computers. The museum contains displays of Nevada’s earliest history.

Sunday Bingo at the Carson City Senior Center returns

Sunday Bingo at the Carson City Senior Center. The renovations to the Carson City Senior Center are finally wrapping up. Sunday BINGO will be returning, on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month.

Connections storytelling group host weekly meetings throughout Carson City, all welcome

Join us every Saturday from 10:30 am until noon at La Capital Cafe, 1795 E College Pkwy, Carson City, the third Thursday of every month from 5 to 6:15 p. at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W King St, Carson City, and/or the third Tuesday of every month from 1 to 2:30 pm at the Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive.

Free Line Dancing at the Odeon Saloon - Old Town Dayton Every Thursday through Dec. 28

Free Line Dancing at the Odeon Saloon - Old Town Dayton Every Thursday

Art with Aloha at the Carson City Community Center through Feb. 22

Jackie Pias Carlin’s art brings fresh air with tropical flora beauty to our wintery season. Carlin’s show, "Art with Aloha", will be in the Community Center’s Crowell Board Room, through Feb. 22, 2024. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City. The Crowell Board Room is open for all the city’s public meetings and upon request.

Thursday Night Open Mic at Polecat Tavern

As you know, the mic is always open here at Polecat Tavern unless otherwise occupied, BUT on Thursday evenings, we have a structured OPEN Mic beginning at 7pm. The stage is set up, just plug in and show us your stuff.

Student exhibition 'Photo Finish 2024 ' featured at Carson City's Brick through March 14.

Thirteen of Carson High School’s accomplished photography students have their work in Photo Finished 2024 at the Brick in Carson City.

'Raíces (Roots)' exhibit at WNC Carson City campus features work of artist Ruby Barrientos through April 12

Artist Ruby Barrientos celebrates an El Salvadorian heritage with large paintings and mixed-media artworks in the "Raíces (Roots)" exhibition.

'On the Map' Exhibition by Farber and Schmid-Maybach at Carson City Courthouse through May 30

The "On the Map" exhibition features work by Jon Farber and Catherine Schmid-Maybach, two artists who show viewers creative possibilities for finding their way.

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On Saturday, June 15, at 10 a.m., historian and author Mark McLaughlin will return to Dangberg Historic Park to speak on Charles F. McGlashan who was an American writer, historian, journalist, educator, lawyer, amateur entomologist and astronomer.

Students at Western Nevada College performed exceptionally well in the classroom during the Spring 2024 semester.

In fact, 442 students have earned academic recognition for making the Dean’s List. The total number of academic achievers is only exceeded by the 487 students on the Fall 2023 Dean’s List and the 461 students on the Fall 2022 Dean’s List.

The Bureau of Land Management is advising residents living within the Carson City District, which encompasses 5.3 million acres of federal public lands in 11 counties in western Nevada and eastern California, to be aware of wildfire prevention. In addition, prepare their homes and property for the advent of wildfire season.

Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU) announces three executive leaders were appointed to new positions, including Jen Treadway, who has been named chief people officer; Shaz Wiltowsky, who will now serve as vice president of people resources; and Christy White, who has been named vice president of engagement.

The Rise 8 Basketball Academy scored a few additional points at Carson Middle School when youth teams gathered for a community service project to clean the outdoor courts and common areas.

The Nevada State Fair Carnival returns to Mills Park this Thursday in Carson City.

The carnival will continue through Sunday. The event includes carnival rides, food vendors and craft vendors, as well as carnival games.

The Friends of the Nevada State Museum are hosting a white elephant sale at the Nevada State Museum on Saturday, June 29. This event will run concurrently with a Museum Staff Show & Shine Car Show. Proceeds from the events will support the restoration of a 1967 Chevrolet pickup truck for the State Museum.

The Sullivan Fire in Sparks has burned an estimated 150 acres as of Wednesday morning.

Change of meeting place for Muscle Powered's Thursday evening hike

If you are planning to participate in the Muscle Powered Hike on June 13th at 5:30pm, please meet at Carson River Park. We will hike from Carson River Park to Mexican Dam and back. Make sure you have good hiking shoes, water and whatever you need for a great hike! Questions? Email Janet McDonnell at jmcdonnell@musclepowered.org

A 76-year-old man has been identified in the fatal June 1 crash involving a motorcycle rider on State Route 341 Geiger Grade.

Starting in mid-August, day-use reservations will be required on weekends and holidays at Lake Tahoe’s popular Sand Harbor State Park.

In August, 2023, several wildfires ignited on the island of Maui in Hawaii. The worst one occurred on August 8, 2023, when a brush fire ignited near the town of Lahaina. Hundreds of homes burned in a matter of minutes and ultimately over 100 people lost their lives. The Lions of Hawaii have helped address the needs of the survivors since then, but it will take years to recover from this major disaster.

Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU) recognized 75 years of service to Nevadans by awarding $75,000 in scholarships: $2,000 to 37 individuals pursuing their undergraduate, technical or trade school education goals, along with an additional $1,000 applied to programs supporting high school students in their graduation endeavors.

Nevada State Police have identified a 30-year-old Dayton man in a fatal crash that happened June 2 on Six Mile Canyon Road and San Clemens in Lyon County, Nev. One person has been arrested for suspicion of DUI.

The Northern Nevada Exotic Pet Expo is coming to the capital city this weekend, June 15-16 at the Carson City Community Center.

According to organizers, exotic pet vendors from all over the western U.S. join the expo each year bringing reptiles, exotic pets, supplies, and much more.

Billiards is a family tradition for Crystal Sandoval. While she was born and raised in Carson City, as well as a Carson High graduate, her parents are immigrants: her father was born in Honduras, and her mother in Nicaragua, and they had run a billiards hall in Nicaragua for years before coming to Carson City.

"When the whole family came over to the states, they brought the idea to me to continue the family business, since they had it for a long time," Sandoval said.

Engineering and welding students from Carson High School collaborated with the Carson City Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Class to design and create metal artwork for their effort to renew Mills Park Amphitheater and Memorial.

Carson City Trails Challenge

Join us this Tuesday, 8 a.m. for a hike on the Centennial Park Loop Trail. Meet at the north end, across from the ball fields for a 4.5 mile hike. Come on out and enjoy the morning.

Social media awareness and the dangers that may be imposed on youth will be the focus of a parent and youth education night happening Tuesday, June 11 and again June 25 in Carson City.

Election Day has arrived for the June 2024 primary elections, which will take place Tuesday, June 11 throughout the Silver State.

A total of five teens have been arrested for crimes ranging from possession of stolen firearms to allegedly committing a rash of vehicle burglaries in the Gardnerville Ranchos during the early morning hours of Sunday, May 26, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

On Tuesday June 11 at 1:30 p.m., the Carson City Senior Center presents a Chautauqua performance of James and Margret Reed, hero’s and survivors of the infamous 1846 Donner Party.

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.

The next Carson City School Board meeting will take place Tuesday, June 11 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center locate at 851 E. William St.

Trustees will discuss policy changes, test results, partnerships and more.

A 31-year-old man was arrested Friday for felony possession of explosive device components, two counts child neglect and two counts elder neglect among the alleged offenses, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Sierra Nevada Realtors on Monday released its May 2024 report on existing home sales in Washoe, Storey, Lyon, Douglas, and Churchill counties, along with Carson City.

Tammy Westergard, with the Nevada Governor’s Office for Economic Development, will be the speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting.

There is nothing more pleasing to mine ear than the music of children at play, and yet that gladdening music is scarce today, as mortgages and rents push potential parents away from our mountain redoubt. Why not let AI take over the humdrum jobs, and free folks to create art, make music, author books, make babies, because at bottom that’s what we all want to do.

What about peonies?” my friend Kristen asked me recently. She wanted to purchase some for her daughter’s new home. I love peonies, their look and fragrance. I tried to grow them years ago, but failed, probably because of their need for rich, fertile soil. They didn’t grow even with get six hours to eight hours of sun per day.

UPDATE 4:50PM: The fire at the landfill has been extinguished, according to Carson City Fire Department Battalion Chief Jon Pedrini.
The fire was around 100 foot by 40 foot and knocked down by firefighters and work crews at the scene. There were no threats to structures or wildland.