I Love Carson City’s Memorial Day Weekend Event Summary: May 26 - 28

Memorial Day weekend is often thought of as the kick-off to summer, but in Northern Nevada we know that the weather is a fickle creature. The weather should be dryer and warmer as the weekend progresses but have back-up plans for your bar-be-que, just in case. From the Downtown Carson City Ghost Walk to the Rockin’ Rib Fest at Casino Fandango, a day hike with Muscle Powered to the Spring Blinky Man night-time costumed bike pub crawl – this weekend is chock-full of fun for locals and visitors alike, for the young and young-at-heart.

SATURDAY:  

• — ‘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  
• — Muscle Powered: Day Hike or Half-Hike along Hobart Road to Hobart Reservoir - Meet at 8am at the end of the pavement on Hobart Road in the Lakeview neighborhood (This is a strenuous 10-mile round-trip hike for fit, experienced hikers! The road to the crest of the mountain is very steep - by request, we are also offering a "Half-hike" of 4-5 miles round-trip on this same route, turning back at approximately the mid-point of the hike, steepness of the route is the same; Two Hiking poles, hats, sunscreen, sturdy hiking boots, a good hat, and a camera are highly recommended and we require at least 1 quart of water; Dogs are welcome but must be fit enough for the hike, bring water for them; contact hike leader Debbie Lane 775-350-9949, cell or text for more information)
• — Sierra Chef Farmers Market at Genoa Town Park, on Nixon in Genoa (8am-1pm; An assortment of fresh produce, herbs, eggs and more, crafts, and local food items and specialties)  
• — Work Day at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center: 1477 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (8am-12pm; landscape maintenance for the upcoming Lions Breakfast on the lawn event on June 2; Bring your hat and gloves, more hands make short work; We will be serving a BBQ lunch at noon)
• — Cruise For Food Event at C.O.D. Casino: 1593 Esmeralda Ave, Minden (8am-2pm, registration 8am-10am, winners announced inside at 2pm; registration is a non-perishable food donation; 1980 or older must sign up for players card and get $20 bucks free play per car; Win a plaque, get $25 free play, all entries get two free drink tokens; Live Music, vendors, food and photo booth; benefit for the Carson Valley Food Pantry)
• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm breakfast and unlimited bowling; $13, $8 for kids 8 and younger) 
• — Annual Memorial Day Shoot at the Capital City Gun Club: 3590 Arrowhead (9am-5:30pm; Bring in your paperback copy of Charles Portis' novel True Grit and get one free round of skeet or trap; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration) 
• — Early Spring Farmers Market at the corner of Musser and N. Nevada St, behind Due Sorella (9am-1pm; no dogs allowed)  

All aboard! The Virginia and Truckee kicks off its season of Steam Train rides to Virginia City this weekend, you may even see some wild horses. If you’re looking for the thrill of a steam train, but at a more economical price, then seeing the Glenbrook and V and T #25 at the Nevada Railroad Museum is for you.

• — Memorial Day Steam Up: Glenbrook Under Steam for Public Viewing and V and T #25 Steam Train Rides at the Nevada State Train Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm; museum admission $6, under 18 and FNSRM members free; Steam Train singular rides available from 10am-4pm, rides $8 adults, $4 kids and FNSRM members)
• — Opening Weekend: Virginia and Truckee Steam Train with live music, mimosas, and more at the Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Train departs Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; Round trip Train Rides to Virginia City $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/opening-weekend-train/ )
• — Early Voting: All Registered Carson City Voters can go to the County Courthouse: 885 E Musser, First Floor (10am-4pm)
• — True Grit Art Show in the Western Nevada College Main, Atrium and Hallway Galleries in the Bristlecone Building (10am-4pm; The True Grit Art Show features over 70 works of art made of canceled casino playing cards; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration) 
• — 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)
• — Mind, Body, and Mimosas with Meghan at the Union: 302 N. Carson (10am; $12 suggested donation; Vinyasa Flow Style Yoga; Bring your mind, body, and mat; After class, we encourage you to join us for mimosas) 
• — Half-off Everything at the Carson City Senior Center Thrift Shop: 911 Beverly Drive (10am-3:30pm; includes Boutique and Furniture; books are not included; benefits the Meals on Wheels Program)
• — True Grit Day at the Nevada State Museum (10am-3pm; Museum admission $8, free for members and kids under 18; guided tours of the Firearms Gallery and History Gallery with an emphasis on the time period of ‘True Grit’ Free to first 20 people who rsvp at NSMEducation@nevadaculture.org or 775-687-4810 ext 237; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration)
• — Kid and Volunteer Sign-ups for the 29th Annual Kids' Fishing Derby at Walgreens: 1342 Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville (10am-1pm; Fishing Derby is June 3-4 at Lampe Park, open to children ages 3-12; registration and volunteer forms also available at the Douglas Co. Community Center) 

  
  
Maya Morrison is a little lady with the strength of a dragon. Help her say farewell to chemo and raise funds for the Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation at the Shoe Tree Brewery. This family-friendly event is sure to be a good time.

• — Maya the Dragon says ‘Aloha Chemo’ at the Shoe Tree Brewery and Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint (11am-4pm; help celebrate Maya Morrison’s successful remission with food, games, family fun, and special Shoe Tree beer releases; Fundraiser for the Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation)
• — Rockin’ Rib Fest at the Casino Fandango, on the third floor of the Parking Garage (11am-9pm; Free admission, all ages welcome; 12pm-9pm live entertainment featuring Joey Carmon, The Lost Reverend, and Arizona Jones; Rib cookers, rib competition, arts and crafts vendors, games and prizes)
• — Carson City Big Read: True Grit Book Discussion at the Carson City Library (11am-12pm; Come discuss the book, "True Grit" by Charles Portis; please Register HERE; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration)
• — Noon Music with CW at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm-2pm; original swing and honky tonk songs)
• — Fourth Saturday Work Days in the Heritage Park Community Gardens: 1461 Ezell St, Gardnerville (12pm-3pm; Come join us and enjoy a day outdoors improving your community and growing food for those in need. We need help on levels from beginners to Master Gardeners)
• — Celebration of Heroes Memorial Day Parade, Virginia City (12pm; Parade participants check in 10:30am at the Fourth Ward School, limited late registration permitted)

Who doesn’t love a parade? Head up to Virginia City for their annual Memorial Day Parade and stick around for some live music. If you’re in the mood to play something yourself, stop in Silver City on your way home for their monthly acoustic jam.

• — Memorial Day Show with the Retro Radio Dolls at the Delta Saloon, Virginia City (shows at 12:45 AND 2:30pm; free)
• — Live Music with An American Forrest at the Canvas Café, Virginia City (1pm-3pm; Country and folk. Ragged-voiced tales and wild, hybrid style, finger-picked and strummed guitar. Poetic incantations that conjure images: a lone rider silhouetted against a sunset, the days fading light, the unspoken bond between horses and people)
• — Live Music with Moon Gravy at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (1pm-3pm)
• — Paint with a Ranger at Mormon Station State Park in Genoa (1pm; Free - Seating is limited, so please call 775-782-2590 to register; Join park staff for a fun program that will lead participants step by step through the painting process in a beautiful park setting. At the end of the program, each participant will have their very own original artwork to take home. No prior painting experience is necessary, and all supplies will be provided)
• — Carson Valley LGBTQIAP and Friends Weekly Social Meet-up at Comma Coffee (2pm-4pm; Empowering support, love, and respect; all ages welcome)
• — Bar BINGO at NV Ugly: 1433 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (2pm; free to play, win bar swag and drinks) 
• — Chase the Blues Away Spring Potluck and Music Party: Silver City Arts Group Monthly Acoustic Jam at the Silver City School House Community Center: 175 High St., Silver City (monthly jam 3pm-5pm - Bring your instruments and/or your singing voice, followed by a "Chase the Blues Away" potluck dinner; anyone who’d like to participate is welcome)
• — Republic of Molossia: Founders Day Celebration and 41st Anniversary of the Republic of Molossia, located at 226 Mary Dr., Dayton (3pm-6pm; tour at 3pm, speech at 4:30 to be followed by food and games; no passport required; learn more about the micro-nation of Molossia HERE)

According to Wikipedia, “Molossia, also known as the Republic of Molossia, is a claimed micronation within the United States, founded by Kevin Baugh (b. July 30, 1962) and headquartered at his home near Dayton, Nevada.” If that has spiked your curiosity, then head out to Dayton to help celebrate Founders Day and their 41st Anniversary with a tours, some food and international fun.

• — Corsair Whiskey Tasting at Cowboy Liquors (5pm-7pm; $3; featuring the Triple Smoke, The Ryemageddon and Hydra)
• — NEW: DJ Trivia at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (5pm-7pm; family friendly, no cover) 
• — Live Music with Catfish Carl at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm) 
• — Blinky Man Spring Ride: A Costumed Night-time Bike Ride with Lights – meet at the Tap-Shack on Rice Street between 6pm-7pm (ride begins promptly at 7pm until 11pm; free to ride; Dress your bikes and bodies, no dark bikes; 21+ ONLY, bring ID and cash to support your local taverns)
• —Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm)
• — Live Music featuring Dave Helwig at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (6pm) 
• — ‘The Secret Garden’ presented by the Dayton High Theater and Drama Drama Club in the Dayton High School Multi-Purpose Room: 335 Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton (6pm; $5 general admission)
• — First of the Season: Ghost Walking Tour led by Madame Curry – Meet in McFadden Plaza at Third and Curry (7pm, please arrive 15 minutes early; $20 day of tour; This is a spirit lead, guided walking tour of the downtown district's west side historic homes and businesses; discounted advance tickets can be bought at www.carsoncityghostwalk.com)
• — The Proscenium Players present "The Hit" by Mike Buckley in the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (7pm; $18 General Admission - discounts for PPI or BAC members)
• — High Sierra Swing Dance Club Monthly Dance with DJ Ken Whitford in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (Connection lesson taught by Angie Bryant 6:30pm-7:30pm $10; Dance 7:30pm-10pm $10; Discounts for dance club members)

The Proscenium Players are at it again. Check out our community theater troupe’s newest play, ‘The Hit,’ a farcical journey of mistaken identity, in the Brewery Arts Center’s Black Box Theater.

• — Weekly Star Party with Telescope Viewing at the Western Nevada College Jack C. Davis Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave, off Murphy Drive (Weather permitting 7pm-11pm; free to participate)
• — Live Music with Tony Vee at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm) 
• — Live Music at the Washoe Camp Saloon: 3155 Eastlake Blvd, New Washoe City (7pm-10pm)
• — Live Music with Musicole at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (7pm)
• — Rock 'n Bowl Night at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (7pm-11pm; music and laser lights; Bowling Discounts for groups of 10 or more)
• — Rock’n and Bowl’n at the Gold Dust West Bowling Center (8pm-11:45pm; $10-$14 includes two hours of bowling and more; disco lights, fog machine and lots of prizes) 
• — Comedian Hannibal Thompson 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+) 
• — Karaoke hosted by J and M Productions at the Spoke Bar and Grill: 3198 Hwy 50 E (8pm-12am)
• — Live Music with the Lady and the Tramps at the Max Casino (8pm-12am) 
• — Karaoke and Live DJ at Buckaroo’s: 1435 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (8pm-11pm karaoke, DJ Cillo at 11pm; 21+, no cover)
• — Live Music featuring the Buddy Emmer Band in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am) 
• — Live Music with One Way Street at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (8:30pm; no cover)
• — Live Music with Adrenaline at ‘The Loft’ inside the Carson Nugget (9pm-1am)
• — Karaoke Night at the Westside Pour House (9pm-12am)
• — DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm-2am; no cover, 21+)
• — DJ Dance Party at the Sage Lounge inside Battle Born Social: 318 N. Carson St. (10pm-2am; no cover, 21+; Live DJs, Electronic Dance Music) 

      
 
I’m no psychic, so I have to rely on my phone’s weather app as I write this. Sunday should be beautiful. Get your fill of bbq sauce at the Casino Fandango’s Rockin’ Rib Fest, enjoy the arts and crafts vendors, and groove to the music. The Carson Nugget has something cooking for this long weekend, as well. Majestic: San Francisco's Ultimate Tribute to Journey will be playing two shows tonight in their upstairs Ballroom. Take the kids to a concert of their own this afternoon: Purly Gates will be performing a toe-tapping Cowboy Concert at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada.

SUNDAY:       

• — ‘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
• — Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride - Meet in the south parking lot of Fremont Elementary School, next to the Linear Ditch Trail (NEW START TIME: meet at 8am; ride consists of two loops 10-15 miles long each, this will allow a rider to do 10-15 miles or 20-30 miles; Riders usually split up into two groups (tortoises and hares) and each do 10-15 mile loops; All riders must have a bicycle in safe working condition, helmet, and closed toed shoes. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to the meeting site; email Shane: shane@shanetrotter.net with any questions) 
• — Carson City BMX Racing at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex: 1555 Livermore Lane (Weather and Track Conditions Permitting; sign-ups 9am-10am, $10 per rider; please call/text 775-220-7111 if running late; must be USABMX member; one-day trial memberships and new rider kits available)
• — Memorial Day Steam Up: Glenbrook Under Steam for Public Viewing and V and T #25 Steam Train Rides at the Nevada State Train Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm; museum admission $6, under 18 and FNSRM members free; Steam Train singular rides available from 10am-4pm, rides $8 adults, $4 kids and FNSRM members)
• — Opening Weekend: Virginia and Truckee Steam Train with live music, mimosas, and more at the Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Train departs Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; Round trip Train Rides to Virginia City $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/opening-weekend-train/ )
• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm breakfast and unlimited bowling; $13, $8 for kids 8 and younger)
• — Community Yoga with Allison Reitz at Comma Coffee (9am-10am; $12 suggested donation; beginners are welcome; Bring your mind, body, and mat; a limited number of extra mats will be available)
• — 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)
• — Annual Memorial Day Horseshoe Tournament and Pig Roast at Ed’s Doghouse (tourney signs up begin at 10am, 12pm start, $20 per team; roast 3pm-?, side dishes welcome; drink specials)
• — Rockin’ Rib Fest at the Casino Fandango, on the third floor of the Parking Garage (11am-9pm; Free admission, all ages welcome; 12pm-9pm live entertainment featuring Hindsight, The Lost Reverend, and Michael Furlong’s “Petty Theft ” Show– A Tribute to Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers; Rib cookers, rib competition, arts and crafts vendors, games and prizes)
• — Kids Eat Free at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• — Bingo fundraiser for Meals on Wheels at the Carson City Senior Center (doors 11:30am, 12:30pm-4pm; $10 buy in, extra packs $5, Special games $1 each; 50/50 raffle and door prizes; We have a 50/50 game and a Can Food Game all year round. Bring a can of food or a non-perishable item and we will give you a free game sheet for our Can Food game; lunch available; must be 21+)
• — Music Jam Sunday at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (1pm-3pm; we try to keep it simple so that musicians of all ages and skill levels can participate. We welcome music of all genres and styles; Audience is welcome) 
• — Crafts in the Orchard: Make your own Covered Wagon at Mormon Station State Park in Genoa (1pm; Free; During this activity, children will be lead through the process of making their own miniature covered wagon using arts and crafts materials. Park staff will discuss what life was like for pioneers on the California Trail, including the hardships of living in a covered wagon for several months at a time; This activity is designed for children ages 5-12, but all are welcome to participate - All necessary supplies will be provided)
• — Art Opening and “An Acoustic Gospel Hour with Jenni and Jesse of Dead Winter Carpenters” at the Upside-down Church: corner of Union and R Streets, Virginia City (1pm welcome, 1:30 Gospel Hour with a Q and A to follow with artist Sam Shear)
• — Live Music featuring Sarah Summer and Sam Smetana at the Canvas Café, Virginia City (1pm-3pm)
• — Live Music with Moon Gravy at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (1pm-3pm)
• — The Proscenium Players present "The Hit" by Mike Buckley in the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (2pm; $18 General Admission - discounts for PPI or BAC members)
• — Cowboy Concert at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada: 813 N. Carson St. (2pm-3pm; Free for the first 60 kids, otherwise $3 admission; Enjoy children’s cowboy music artist, Purly Gates from Texas in her highly interactive musical experience; Become an official member of the Peanut Butter Posse by donating a jar of peanut butter for the local food bank; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration) 
• — Flashback Cinema: Grease (1978) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (2pm; $8.50 adults, $7.75 kids) 
• — Pool Tournament at Remedy’s (2pm-5pm; $5 buy-in; APA Rules) 
• — Weekly 9 Ball Pool Tournament at Whiskey Tavern (register 1pm; 2pm start; $10 per person) 
• — Kids Eat Free at the Union: 302 N. Carson St. (4pm-8pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• — Live Music with Deep Groove at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (4:30pm-7:30pm)
• — Concerts on the Green: Ike & Martin at Dayton Valley Golf Course (6pm-9pm; $15.95 concert and dinner, $29.95 concert and dinner for two, $10 concert only; Call DV Grill to RSVP: 775-246-7888 ext 2)
• — Live Music with the Buddy Emmer Band in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm) 
• — Flashback Cinema: Grease (1978) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.75 kids) 
• — Majestic: San Francisco's Ultimate Tribute to Journey in the Carson Nugget Ballroom (Concert 7pm; $15 General Admission, $30 VIP)
• — Guided Full Moon Hike at Washoe Lake State Park - Meet at the Maze parking lot inside the park, first parking lot on the right (8:30pm-9:30pm, please arrive 10 minutes early; Reservations are required 775-687-4319 or e-mail washoelake@hdiss.net ; Join park staff for a moderate 1.5 mile, round-trip hike to the gazebo on the Deadman’s Creek trail. There is an elevation gain of approximately 300 feet. Participants should dress warmly, wear good hiking boots and bring a flashlight; the park entrance fee of $5 per vehicle applies to this event. Please use the self-pay station at the park entrance. Cash or check only)
• — Majestic: San Francisco's Ultimate Tribute to Journey in the Carson Nugget Ballroom (Concert 9pm; $15 General Admission, $30 VIP)

Today we honor those who have not only served, but who gave all in defense of our country. A tribute ceremony at the Lone Mountain Cemetery for our Nevadan veterans will begin at 1 p.m. A memorial for our Native American veterans begins at 10 a.m. at the cemetery across the street from the Stewart Indian School. The Tenth annual BBQ at Evergreen Gene’s welcomes all comers, and veterans will get 25% any of the fun things they find in the shop.

MONDAY: Memorial Day

• — ‘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  
• — Memorial Day Steam Up: Glenbrook Under Steam for Public Viewing and V and T #25 Steam Train Rides at the Nevada State Train Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm; museum admission $6, under 18 and FNSRM members free; Steam Train singular rides available from 10am-4pm, rides $8 adults, $4 kids and FNSRM members)
• — $1 Bowling and Shoe Rental Specials (9am-10pm at Carson Lanes; 9am-5pm at Gold Dust West) 
• — Mimosa Monday all day at Ed’s Doghouse 
• — Memorial Day Ceremony for the Native American Indian community at the Historic Stewart Indian School Cemetery: located off Snyder Avenue, behind Corpus Christi Catholic Church, and across from the Stewart Indian School complex (10am)
• — Tenth annual Memorial Day BBQ at Evergreen Gene’s: 1811 N. Carson St. (11am-2pm; free, everyone welcome; hamburgers, hot dogs, etc.; Veterans receive 25% off all purchases)
• — Rockin’ Rib Fest at the Casino Fandango, on the third floor of the Parking Garage (11am-5pm; Free admission, all ages welcome; 12pm-5pm live entertainment featuring Rick Metz and Arizona Jones; Rib cookers, rib competition, arts and crafts vendors, games and prizes)
• — All Day Happy Hour in the Fox’ Den at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm)  
• — Live Music with the Hoboes featuring Brother Dave on Octaplex, CW on old time banjo, and The Doctor on bones at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm; see the live broadcast on the A to Zen Facebook Page)
• — Annual Memorial Day Ceremony to honor Service Members at Lone Mountain Cemetery: 1044 Beverly Drive (1pm)
• — Memorial Day Commemoration Ceremony at the Mark Twain Community Center: 500 Sam Clemens Ave, Dayton (2pm; Join us on Memorial Day for a ceremony, food and a neighborly get together – Storey County residents preferred)
• — Martini Monday at Red’s Old 395 (3pm-6pm; half priced martinis) 
• — Removal of American Flags from the gravesites of Veterans inside Lone Mountain Cemetery (4pm; The public is encouraged to participate in placing and removing of the flags; sponsored by the Disabled American Veterans and other local Veteran Organizations within the Carson City area)
• — Making Memories for Sarah And Cohen: Show and Shine at the Johnson Lane Park (4pm; raffle and silent auction; We have since found out the cancer is spreading at an alarming rate. It’s in her brain, and our beautiful Sarah is on borrowed time - her son wanted to ride in a "cool car" with his mom)
• — High Sierra Swing Dance Club’s Night Out at the Eleventh Frame Lounge inside Carson Lanes (Beginners Class 5:30pm-6:30pm, Intermediate Swing lesson 6:30pm-7:30pm, $8 each class; Free open dancing 7:30pm-10pm)
• — Vinyasa Flow Yoga with Meghan at the Luv ‘N Light Studio inside Sierra Acupuncture and Healing Arts: 512 N. Division St (5:30pm-6:30; suggested donation $12; This class offers elements of challenge for the next level yogi, as well as modifications for the beginner leaving the student with a sense of peace and serenity)
• — Dharma Zephyr Sangah Sitting Group at Unity of the Sierra, 1933 California Street, off Fairview (Beginners Mind 5:30pm-6:30pm; Sitting quietly in meditation 6:45pm-8:15pm; no charge, donations always appreciated)       
• — Live Music with Hans Eberbach in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm) 
• — Tabletop Game Night at Carson Cigar Co. AKA the Cigar Bar (7pm-9pm; drink specials for players; games rotate weekly)
• — Karaoke with J and M Productions at the Fox Brewpub (8pm-close; all ages; drink specials)

       
         
Every week, I create a list of the fun stuff and events going on around the Carson City area for my Facebook page, I Love Carson City. There is quite a bit to do in our beautiful capital this week, so grab the kids, your friends and family, and have a great weekend.

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