I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: June 3 - 4

If you happen to be up very early on Saturday morning, you may just see some runners in the pre-dawn hours. The Reno-Tahoe Odyssey, a 178 mile relay, passes through Carson City on its way to Virginia City. A huge congratulations goes out to the Class of 2017; the Carson High graduates will get their diplomas today. It’s wine walk weekend, so downtown will be hopping with sippers, strollers, and plenty of summer fun. Keep reading, and you’re sure to find something to make this weekend special.

SATURDAY:

• -- Reno-Tahoe Odyssey (178 mile relay race; begins at Wingfield Park in downtown Reno; legs 25-27 run through Carson City)
• -- Capital Odyssey Relay (63 mile relay race; begins at Topsy Lane Walmart, start times 2:45am-7am)
• -- Annual Carson Valley Trails Day sponsored by the Carson Valley Trails Association and the Nature Conservatory (Event 1 - Bently Heritage Trail 7:30am-10am: Ribbon cutting ceremony for the reopening of the Bently Heritage Trail. If you like to run, join a guided trail run before at 730am. If you like to hike, join a guided hike after the ribbon ceremony at 9am; No advance registration required. Participants must register onsite and sign waiver of liability. Age 17 and under must be accompanied by parent/guardian. Snacks and water provided; Event 2 -Fay-Luther Trail System 9am-12pm: Self-guided interpretive hiking on the Fay-Luther trail. Meet experts on the trail who will discuss topics related to Fay-Luther and Carson Valley)
• -- Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (breakfast served 7:30am -11am, unlimited bowling 9am-12pm; $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• -- Street Vibrations Spring Rally: Carson City, Reno, Sparks, Virginia City
• -- Street Vibrations Spring Rally at Battle Born Harley-Davidson: 2900 Research Way (live music, raffles, Beer Garden, food trucks, Live radio remotes, stunt shows, and more)
• -- Coffee and Donuts with Experimental Aircraft Association, Sierra Chapter 403 at 2500 E. College Pkwy (8am-12pm, all welcome)
• -- Daughter of the American Revolution, John C. Fremont Chapter Annual Yard Sale at Coventry Cross Episcopal Church: 1631 Esmeralda, Minden (8am-3pm)
• -- Arts and Antique Faire at the Carson City Art Gallery: corner Curry/Second St. (8am-2pm)
• -- First of the Season: Third and Curry Farmers Market (8:30am to 1pm; fruits, vegetables, flowers, local vendors, live music with Hick’ry Switch, the Muscle Powered Bike Valet and more)
• -- Annual Spring Vintage Market in the parking lot behind Due Sorella (fondly know as Two Sisters) at 202 N. Curry (9am-3pm; vendors, food and music)

The Third and Curry Farmers Market returns today in all its fresh produce glory. Across the street, at the corner of Second and Curry, you’ll find an Arts and Antique Faire every week throughout the summer. A few blocks down, and the Due Sorella Spring Vintage Faire has plenty of treasures to peruse.

• -- Carson High School Class of 2017 Graduation on the CHS Football Field (9am; seating and parking limited)
• -- Great Basin Native Artists Exhibit at the Carson Visitor Center (9am-6pm; featuring art by Ben Aleck, Topaz Jones, Jack Malotte, Melissa Melero-Moose, Topah Spoonhunter)
• -- Rides on the 1926 Edwards Motor Car at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm, train runs every half hour 10am-4pm; museum admission $6, under 18 and FNSRM members free; train rides $4 adults, $2 kids and FNSRM members)
• -- 16th Annual Oodles of Noodles Cook-Off and Festival: Live Entertainment, Food, Vendors and Crafters, Civil War Re-Enactments, Old West Gun Shows, Pet Parade and more in Old Town Dayton (FESTIVAL 9am-6pm; Pancake Breakfast at the Community Center 7:30am-10am, $5; NV Civil War Volunteers Open Camp behind the Old Firehouse 9am-5:30pm; Ghost Soldiers Motorcycle Show-n-Shine: sign-up in Logan’s Alley 9am-12pm, $5; Pet Parade: sign-up at Dog Park Booth 9:30am, $2, parade begins 10:30am; Noodle Tasting 10am-2pm $5)
• -- 9th Annual Sporting Clay Shoot at Carson Valley Clays: 61 China Spring Road, Gardnerville (registration 9am, shoot begins 10am; $50 includes lunch; fundraiser for the Carson Valley 20-30 Club)
• -- Silverada Little League End of Season BBQ at the Silverada Little League Field, Dayton (Championship games begin at 9am, BBQ at 11am; Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served with sides for $5 a plate. Players and coaches in uniform eat for free; cake walk, bounce house, and more)
• -- Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Rides: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://www.vtrailway.com/routes.php...)
• -- Half-off Everything at the Carson City Senior Center Thrift Shop: 911 Beverly Drive (10am-3:30pm; includes Boutique and Furniture; benefits the Meals on Wheels Program)

It’s noodle time in Dayton. The Annual Oodles of Noodles event is chock-full of family friendly fun with live entertainment, a motorcycle show-n-shine, a pet parade, and much more.

• -- ARTrepreneur Graduation Pop-Up Gallery Event in the Studio at Adams Hub: 111 W Proctor St. (10am-5pm; hosted by the Nevada Arts Council, The Adams Hub for Innovation, and the Carson City Visitors Bureau )
• -- Landscape Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• -- "Back Wall Show" featuring photography by John F. Warden, Jr in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• -- National Trails Day Festival and Guided Hike at Spooner Lake State Park (10am-2pm; educational booths, talks relating to the outdoors, free gear demos, workshops, raffles and pictures with the TRTA mascot, McLeod the Marmot. Sample backpacker’s cuisine, participate in stove demos, pack shakedowns and water sugar pine seedlings. Test your rock shaping skills, fix a flat tire, read a map and more; Bring water and wear sturdy boots; Park fees waived for event)
• -- Car Wash Fundraiser at the Stratton Center: 1532 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (10am-2pm; benefit for the Boys and Girls Club’s Torch Club Leadership Program)
• -- Family Day at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center: 1477 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (free museum admission 10am-2pm)
• -- Grand Opening at This and That Local Business Marketplace: 1516 Hwy 395, Ste. E, Gardnerville (10am-6pm, Rollin Pizza Pies Food Truck 11am-2pm)
• -- Monthly meeting of F.E.A.T. (Families for Effective Autism Treatment) in the back room at Comma Coffee (10:30am)
• -- Auditions for PPI’s production of ‘Nightfall With Edgar Allan Poe’ by Eric Coble in the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (11am; auditions will be a cold reading from the script, bring a theater resume if you have one; All actors selected are required to join Proscenium Players, Inc. as members; Male casting is for 4 men between the ages of 45-50, 2 men in their 60’s, and 1 man between 20-30. Female casting is for 1 woman (or male) 18-30 and 1 woman 45-50)
• -- Douglas High Music Boosters Clothing Drive at Heritage Park: 1447 Courthouse Alley, Gardnerville (11am-2pm; All items must be in large garbage bags or boxes and must be reusable; clothing, linens, household items, shoes, etc.)

Art is flourishing in downtown Carson City. Make a special stop at one of the two pop-up galleries today. The ARTrepenure Show at the Adam’s Hub features over 20 local artists and the Downtown Art Project at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar returns every month thanks to Roska Entertainment.

• -- Carson and Mills Park Railroad Train Rides around Mills Park (train runs every half hour 12pm-6pm; tickets $2 per person or three rides for $5, children two and under are free; hosted by the Carson City Railroad Association)
• -- ‘The Downtown Art Project’ Exhibition at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (12pm-5pm; free admittance, 21 and older only; This Roska Entertainment open art show will feature local artists, showcasing photography, paintings, digital art and mixed media styles)
• -- Downtown Business Association's Wine Walk: sign up at the Carson Nugget, Cactus Jacks, Carson Jewelry and Loan, Touched By Angels, Comma Coffee, Purple Avocado, or the Brewery Arts Center Artisan Store (1pm-5pm, raffle at 5pm sharp in the Carson Nugget Alatte Coffee and Wine Bar; $15 to participate, includes commemorative wine glass)
• -- Wine Walk Special Events: Live Music by Hallie Kirk at Comma Coffee; Downtown Art Project Exhibition at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar; ARTrepreneur Pop-Up Gallery Event at the Adams Hub; Live Music with David and Friends at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery
• -- Meet the Author and Book-signing: ‘Saving Kennedy’ by J.L. Pattison at Browsers Corner Book Store: 711 E. Washington St. (1pm-5pm)
• -- Bourbon and Bass - Hosted by Roska Entertainment at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (2pm-5pm; Bourbon education and tasting; 21+)
• -- First Saturday Family Movie: ‘The Secret Life of Pets’ at the Minden Library: 1625 Library Lane, Minden (2pm; rated PG; movie and popcorn are free; sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library)
• -- Roller Derby Double Header at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Mills Park: Carson Junior Victory Rollers vs California Mayhem Junior Roller Derby AND Carson Victory Rollers vs Port City Roller Girls (doors 3pm, first whistle 4pm; $15 at the door, free for kids 10 and under; half-time show, beer garden, raffle, and more)

Get your derby on. It’s a double-dose of derby danger at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Mills Park. With a beer garden and food provided by Shoe Tree Brewing Company and Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, you’ve got dinner and a show.

• -- Live Music at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)
• -- Stitching into Stillness at the Patchwork Giraffe: 203 E John St (5:30pm; Prana Pay - Choose Your Price, $20 suggested donation; Begin the evening by creating a personalized scented eye pillow, then enjoy a restorative and relaxing yoga class; Please bring a yoga mat, a bolster or 2 pillows, and a blanket)
• -- Live Music with Dale Poune at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)
• -- Live Music with Brian Lester at J’s Old Town Bistro, Dayton (6pm; Reservations recommended 775-246-4400)
• -- Live Music with Mr. B.I.G. at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (6pm-8:30pm)
• -- Cinco de Blinko: Blinky Man 5 Summer Ride – meet at McFadden Plaza between 6:30pm-7:30pm (ride begins at 7:30pm until around midnight; free to ride; Dress your bikes and bodies, no dark bikes; Stops include The Fox Brewpub, San Marcos Grill, Living the Good Life, Battle Born Social, Feisty Goat Pub, and Jimmy G's Cigar Bar; 21+ ONLY, bring ID)
• -- Star Party and Telescope Viewing at Western Nevada College’s Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave (7pm-10:30pm; free; weather permitting)
• -- Live Music with the Trey Stone Trio at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• -- Ladies Night at Crossroads Lounge (7pm-close)
• -- Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)

The crazy, blinking lights you see traveling in a pack tonight are not some type of UFO. The summer Blinky Man ride takes to the street tonight for a pub-crawling party. Decorate your bike with some l.e.d.s and keep your ID handy because this ride is for adults only.

• -- Live Music with Gina Rose at the Canvas Café, Virginia City (7pm-9pm)
• -- Live Music with the Rebekah Chase Band at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• -- Live Music with Boogie Daddy in ‘The Loft’ inside the Carson Nugget (8pm-12am)
• -- Live Music with the Rye Brothers in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• -- Live Music with Lady and the Tramps at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)
• -- Rock’n and Bowl’n at the Gold Dust West Bowling Center (8pm-11:45pm; $10-$14; disco lights, fog machine and lots of prizes)
• -- Karaoke with J and M Productions at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget (8pm-11pm)
• -- Karaoke at the Spoke Bar and Grill (8pm)
• -- Karaoke Night at the Westside Pour House (9pm-12am)
• -- DJ Dance Party at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (9pm; no cover, 21+)
• -- Electronica After Dark: Deep House featuring Howker at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm-4am; no cover, 21+; Hosted by Roska Entertainment)

Sunday funday has arrived. You’ve got one last chance to hear the rumble down at Battle Born Harley – Street Vibrations is coming to a close. With perfect weather for a picnic, a day at Mills Park makes perfect sense, and the Carson and Mills Park Railroad is up and running for the season. Head to Genoa for a lazy afternoon and enjoy live music by the Cash Only Band on the Genoa Bar Porch. Don Corleone is going to make you an offer you can’t refuse: The Godfather plays on the big screen at Galaxy Theater.

SUNDAY:

• -- Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (breakfast served 7:30am -11am, unlimited bowling 9am-12pm; $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• -- Street Vibrations Spring Rally: Carson City, Reno, Sparks, Virginia City
• -- Street Vibrations Spring Rally at Battle Born Harley-Davidson: 2900 Research Way (live music, raffles, Beer Garden, food trucks, Live radio remotes, stunt shows, and more)
• -- First Sunday Breakfast at the Elks Club: 515 N Nevada (bar opens 8am, breakfast 8:30am-11am; $8)
• -- CCBMX Racing at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex: 1555 Livermore Lane (Weather and Track Conditions Permitting; sign-ups 9am-10am $10, call/text 775-220-7111 if running late; must be USABMX member; one-day trial memberships and new rider kits available)
• -- Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride - Meet in the south parking lot of Fremont Elementary School, next to the Linear Ditch Trail (meet at 9am; consists of two loops 10-15 miles long each, this will allow a rider to do 10-15 miles or 20-30 miles; ride pace will vary depending on rider level, but usually about 12-16 mph; 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)
• -- Community Yoga with Allison Reitz at Comma Coffee (9am-10am; $10 cash only; beginners are welcome; Bring your mind, body, and mat; a limited number of extra mats will be available)
• -- Rides on the 1926 Edwards Motor Car at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm, train runs every half hour 10am-4pm; museum admission $6, under 18 and FNSRM members free; train rides $4 adults, $2 kids and FNSRM members)
• -- Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Rides: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://www.vtrailway.com/routes.php...)
• -- Landscape Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• -- "Back Wall Show" featuring photography by John F. Warden, Jr in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• -- Kids Eat Free at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• -- Bingo fundraiser for CASI at Carson City Senior Center (doors 11:30am, game play 12:30pm-4pm; $10 buy in, extra packs $5, Special games $1 each; 50/50 raffle and door prizes; lunch available; must be 21+)
• -- Carson and Mills Park Railroad Train Rides around Mills Park (train runs every half hour 12pm-5pm; tickets $2 per person or three rides for $5, children two and under are free; hosted by the Carson City Railroad Association)
• -- 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)
• -- 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)
• -- Sunday Porch Party with Outlaw Country by the Cash Only Band at Genoa Bar, Downtown Genoa (2pm-6pm; outdoor stage, fire pit, rum runner bar, and food available from the Genoa Station)
• -- Big Screen Classics: The Godfather at Galaxy Theater- Fandango (2pm; $8.25 adults, $7.50 kids)
• -- Live Music with Deep Groove at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (5:30pm-8:30pm)
• -- Live Music with Bill Wharton in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm)
• -- Big Screen Classics: The Godfather at Galaxy Theater- Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.50 kids)

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.

My weekly Facebook list includes Friday-Thursday, so please go HERE for events beyond Sunday, or just wait for my daily ‘Things to do’ here on Carson Now. You do NOT need a Facebook account to access the information.

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