What’s up in Carson City on Wednesday: Denim, diversity, and the wisdom of a Yogi

It’s Denim Day in Nevada, which is just a way to show support for the survivors of sexual assault and bring awareness to the issue. Your early morning coffee might even come with a specially made heat sleeve in honor of the occasion. The Carson City Library is continually bringing something new to our community. Today, you can get certified to use their laser cutter and engraver in the new Maker Space, or you can get a dose of some international flavor. Their Diversity in Action program features Peruvian and Latin American Folkloric music, and is suitable for all ages. A to Zen welcomes Swami Ananda Tirtha to discuss his take on Humans and Technology from a tech savvy monk point of view.

WEDNESDAY, April 25: Things to do in Carson City

• — Denim Day 2018: Wear denim in support of Sexual Assault Awareness Month; Local coffee shops around town will be giving away free denim coffee sleeves
• — “Vistas and Viewpoints” exhibit featuring multi-media works by NAC Visual Arts Fellow Bobbie Ann Howell in the OXS Gallery at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
• — Annual Student Art Show in the Western Nevada College Main, Atrium and Hallway Galleries in the Bristlecone Building (8am-9pm)
• — High School Pic[ks] 2018 in the Community Development building [formerly the BRIC]: 108 E Proctor St (8am-12pm and 1pm-4pm; featuring over three dozen artists from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Pioneer high schools)
• — Art Exhibit: ‘Writing from Mars’ solo exhibit by Rick Parsons at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)
• — $1 Dollar Bowling and Shoe Rental Specials (9am-4pm at Carson Lanes; 9am-5pm at Gold Dust West)
• — ‘Spring has Sprung’ Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — NAA Featured Artist Show showcasing Marisa Saenz and Vicki Kingman in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — CCAI Exhibit: ‘Works: Some Water Some Welded,’ with artwork by artists Susan Glaser Church and Stephen Reid in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center (room open to the public during Carson City official meetings)
• — Flashback Cinema: Wayne's World (1992) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (2pm; $8.50 adults, $7.75 kids)
• — Homework and Craft Workshop at the Dayton Valley Branch Library: 321 Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton (2pm-4:30pm; Join Dayton Library and Healthy Communities Coalition every Wednesday for help with your homework and fun crafts that revolve around S.T.E.M)
• — Wine Wednesday at Red’s Old 395 (3pm-6pm; half off all glasses of wine)
• — Laser Cutter and Engraver Certification Class in the Carson City Library Capital Makers Room (4pm-6pm; not a drop-in style event, you must register HERE; A proctor will provide an introduction to laser cutter/engraver safety, machine software, project design and allowable materials. Proper use of designs and trademarks included in a classroom style setting; This certification is required before participating in any Laser Cutter and Engraver Workshop classes; A Premiere Library Card is required; ages 10-13 must be accompanied by someone with a Premiere Card)
• — ‘Shop for a Cause’ Gift Shop Open House at the Greenhouse Garden Center: 2450 S. Curry (4pm-8pm; shop the new spring collection, meet the vendors; wine and light hors d’oeuvres; a portion of proceeds will benefit CASA of Carson City)
• — Carson City BMX Practice Night at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex: 1555 Livermore Lane (Weather and Track Conditions Permitting; gates open 5pm, practice 6pm-7pm; Everyone MUST check in; $5 per rider, family discount; must be USABMX member; one-day trial memberships and new rider kits available)
• — Dayton Wellness Warriors weekly meeting at the Healthy Communities Coalition Building: 209 Dayton Valley Road, Dayton (5:15pm; weight loss support group for men and women sponsored by Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties; Questions: Lisa Selmi at 775-246-7550)
• — Wednesday Wine Night at Vino’s Pizza: 3228 N. Carson St (half-off glasses of wine)
• — Diversity in Action at the Carson City Library (6pm-7pm; Join us for an afternoon of Peruvian and Latin American Folkloric music; Carlos Ocampo and Julie Lozada Ocampo unite their musical and teaching experience performing as Kantu Inka - formerly Dúo Kantu; those under 9 years old must always be accompanied by someone 13+)
• — A Night with a Yogi: Swami Ananda Tirtha presents Humans and Technology at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (6pm-8pm; donation suggested; This is a prudent, sensible look at the topic from the point of view of a social activist, a philanthropist and a tech savvy urban monk)
• — Open Country/Pop Dance and Lessons at the Eleventh Frame Lounge inside Carson Lanes (Beginner Hour with easy Line Lesson 6pm-7pm; Open Dance until 10pm; Order Food/Drinks or pay $5 Cover; must be 21)
• — Live Music with Tim Snider in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm)
• — Pajama Storytime at the Carson City Library (6:30pm-7:15pm; Wear your PJs for a bedtime-themed story time; intended for Pre-K, ages 9 and under must always be accompanied by someone 13+)
• — Wired Wednesday Digital Artists Group at Paradise Salon Spa Wellness: 3430 Executive Pointe (6:30pm; free; Wired Wednesday has begun working on a film. Last month we fleshed out a quick storyline in storyboard format. This next meeting we'll be trying to write a script based on the storyline. We'd love to have you there to help write a great script; open to anyone interesting in the digital arts wanting to come together and network: film, photography, special effects, design, etc.)
• — Dharma Zephyr West Wind Sangha Sitting Group in the Methodist Church’s Youth Group Building at the corner of Proctor and Minnesota (6:30pm-8pm Sitting quietly in meditation; no charge, donations always appreciated)
• — Karaoke at the Westside Pour House (6:30pm-9:30pm)
• — Flashback Cinema: Wayne's World (1992) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.75 kids)
• — Carson City Symphony Orchestra Rehearsals in the Band Room of Carson High School (7pm; Current openings are for strings, especially violas and basses, and for horns. Musicians who are interested in joining should contact the Symphony at 775-883-4154)
• — Ladies Night at Carson Cigar Co. AKA the Cigar Bar (women drink half off 7pm-9:30pm)
• — T'ai Chi and Sound Infusions with Jeff and Melinda at the Brewery Arts Center (7pm-8:30pm; $12 suggested donation; Join us for this evening of movement, music, and meditation)
• — Open Mic and Jam at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (7pm; all ages)
• — Jazz Jam hosted by Tom Stryker's "Impromptu" at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (7:30pm-10:30pm; no cover; featuring Jimmy Vermilion on keys and Hal Little on drums)
• — Karaoke at NV Ugly: 1433 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (7:30pm-11pm)
• — Karaoke with J and M Productions at Caterpillar’s Hookah Lounge: 314 S Carson (8:30pm-11pm; 18+)