Find some fun this Friday: Sing in the rain, ride the Ferris Wheel, or discover some art

'Singin in the Rain' is probably one of my favorite movies, but I have no doubt that the Western Nevada Musical Theater Company has taken the classic to new heights. Get tickets now if you'd like to catch their production, they are known for sold-out shows. Funnel cakes, Ferris Wheels, and more are waiting for you at Mills Park. A carnival is a great way to help Mom celebrate her special day. The National Endowment of the Arts has bestowed a grant upon Carson City to help us celebrate the 'Big Read.' All May long, you'll find 'True Grit' style events like book readings, kids crafts, and old-time music. Attend the Public Art Unveiling at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget tonight, and you'll discover the new mural in town reminding us of our connection to the wild west.

FRIDAY, May 11: Things to do in Carson City   

• — ‘Supporting History’ Ninth Annual Carson City Historic Resources Scavenger Hunt: for participation packet and more info, go to http://carson.org/hrc  -This year we are focusing on columns, posts, pillars, or pedestals  
• —’Drink One for Dane’ ALS Research Fundraiser at Dutch Bros Coffee (5am-11pm; 100% of proceeds to ALS Research and get 9 stamps with purchase of large drink)
• — Annual Student Art Show in the Western Nevada College Main, Atrium and Hallway Galleries in the Bristlecone Building (8am-9pm)    
• — “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)       
• — Art Exhibit: ‘Writing from Mars’ solo exhibit by Rick Parsons at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)       
• — 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)       
• — $1 Dollar Bowling and Shoe Rental Specials (9am-4pm at Carson Lanes; 9am-5pm at Gold Dust West)       
• — NEW: Muscle Powered Friday Morning Walk: Mayor’s Park - Meet at the corner of Koontz Lane and Center Drive (9am-10am; Some elevation involved on pavement and dirt; Participants are responsible for their own transportation to the hike meeting site; All walks require closed-toed shoes and water. Hats, sunscreen and walking sticks are recommended; friendly, leashed dogs welcome)       
• — Story Time Adventures: Mothers’ Day at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada (9:30am-10:30am; a different story with craft and play each week; museum admission: $6 ages 16-64, $4 ages 2-15, $5 seniors 65+, free for those 1 and younger)       
• — Landscape Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)       
• — Featured Artist Showcase displaying Nancy Clarke and Susan Christopher 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)       
• — Mother's Day Craft Fair at the Carson Mall (10am-6pm) 
• — Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Sierra Chapter 403 Luncheon and Chat – Young Eagles fundraiser at 2500 E. College Pkwy (11:15am-1pm; $6 Hamburger or Hot Dog, Condiments and chips are provided; all welcome)       
• — Noon Music with Dave Leather at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm-2pm; Roots music, Americana, and originals)       
• — Mothers’ Day Luncheon and Tea Party at the Dayton Senior Center: 320 Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton (Chicken Parmesan Lunch available 11:30am-12:30pm, Tea from 12:30pm-1:30pm; Tea and finger foods for all Mothers)
• — Carson City Big Read: True Grit Senior Center Book Discussion at the Carson City Senior Center: 911 Beverly Drive (1:30pm-2:30pm; Come discuss the book, "True Grit" by Charles Portis; please Register at https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/4103693 ; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration) 
• — Public Art Official Unveiling at the Alatte Coffee and Wine Barrel Room inside the Carson Nugget (5pm-7pm; Walking tour of the new public artwork by acclaimed Nevadan artist Deon Reynolds; Happy hour drink specials, reception, and live electric guitar performance by Mylo McCormick; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration)
• — 33rd annual Spring Celebration and Carnival at Mills Park (5pm-10pm; free admission; food, drink, games, and vendors; Discount carnival ride tickets are available on-site at the RSVP beverage booth; hosted by the Nevada Rural Counties RSVP Program) 
• — Apothic Wine Tasting at Cowboy Liquors (5pm-7pm; $3; featuring Apothic Red, Dark, Crush and their new release Apothic Brew)       
• — Live Music with Dale Poune at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)      
• — Annual Beer and Brats Fundraiser for the Nevada Sharks Fastpitch team at Fuji Park (6pm-11pm; Adults only, must be 21+; $20 entry, seating limited for all you can eat and drink, raffle, and silent auction)
• — Open Mic and Jam hosted by Canyon White at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (6pm; free; all ages; Music, comedy, poetry, magic, etc.)       
• — Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm)       
• — Trivia Night at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (6pm-8pm; no cost to play, light dinner provided, play as a team or individual – prizes for the top three)       
• — TICC: Trans in Carson City at Comma Coffee (6pm-8pm; TICC welcomes all those in the LGBTQIAP community, their allies and advocates)   
• — Live Music featuring Acoustic Solution at Bella Vita Bistro in the Carson Mall: 1304 S Stewart (6:30pm-9:30pm)       
• — CC BMX Friday Night Bikes – May the Fourth Be With You at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex (Signups 6:30pm-7:30pm, racing begins shortly after; $7 for racers; please call/text 775-220-7111 if running late; must be USABMX member; one-day trial memberships and new rider kits available; possible Cinco de Mayo or Star Wars surprises)  
• — Live Music featuring Jamie Rollins at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (7pm-10pm, Live DJ at 10pm; no cover)       
• —Bryan McPherson Live at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. (7pm-10pm; free show, all ages)
• — Live Music with the Hindsight at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)       
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)       
• — Rock 'n Bowl Night at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (7pm-11pm; music and laser lights; Bowling Discounts for groups of 10 or more)       
• — Opening Night: Western Nevada Musical Theatre Presents "Singin' in the Rain" at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (7:30pm; $25-28, tickets available online at www.wnmtc.com)  
• — Mike Thomas Lecture Series: "Cops the Real Story" at the Western Nevada College Jack C. Davis Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave, off Murphy Drive (7:30pm; free to the public; the stories of the men who brought law and order to the Western Frontier)   
• — The Dean Martin Show: Las Vegas – Country-style at Piper’s Opera House, Virginia City (7:30pm; $20; Featuring Ultimate Rat Pack, Dean-O-Holics, Cash Profits, Jeff Sutherland as John Wayne, and Sherri-Lynn Laboissonniere as Marilyn Monroe)
• — Comedian Bruce Jingles headlines at Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget (doors open 7:15pm, show starts 8pm; $15; purchase tickets at the Guest Services Desk; must be 21+)       
• — Live Music with Escalade at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)       
• — Steel Rockin’ Karaoke at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)       
• — Live Music featuring Jo Mama in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)       
• — Live Music with the Soul Persuaders at ‘The Loft’ inside the Carson Nugget (9pm-1am)       
• — Karaoke with J and M Productions at Whiskey Tavern (9pm; no cover)       
• — Dance Party with DJ BeBop at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (10pm; no cover)       
• — DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm; no cover, 21+)       
• — The Sage Project powered by the Roska Collective at the Sage Lounge inside Battle Born Social: 318 N. Carson St. (10pm; no cover, 21+; Live DJs, Electronic Dance Music)