I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: June 9 - 10

It’s going to be a breezy weekend, so you may want to rethink spending the day at the lake. Luckily, plenty of options are available just about anywhere you are. Carson City has a car show and Brewfest hitting the downtown corridor, and to the south, Minden and Gardnerville are having their party of the year: Carson Valley Days. It’s World Doll Day at the Nevada State Museum with special displays, activities, and a special performance by the local Young Chautauquans. Test your endurance mettle with the Genoa Peaks Mad-athon that has over 6000’ of climbing over the course of a 24 mile race: not going to lie, you won’t find me at this one. Keep reading and you’ll learn many ways to enjoy the Carson City, Carson Valley, Dayton, and Virginia City area this weekend.

SATURDAY:

• — Discover Nevada State Parks Day and Nevada Department of Wildlife's Free Fishing Day: Free admission at all 23 Nevada State Parks and no fishing license required in public waters
• — Ascent Runs’ Tahoe Dirt & Vert Series: Genoa Peaks Madathon 24 or 8 Mile Race – Check-in at Trimmers Outpost: 2276 Main St., Genoa (24 Mile: runner check-in AND same day registration 5am-5:45am only - All runners, whether pre-registered or not, must check in race morning; pre-race briefing 5:50am, 24M begins 6am; 8M check-in and same-day registration 5am-6:45am, 8M begins at 7am; same day registration - $85 for 24M, $55 for 8M - cash or card only; The course is approximately 24 miles in length and has over 6000' of climbing, or the alternate 8 mile course traverses along the contour of the mountains on the Discovery Trail 1200' above the town of Genoa)
• — Annual Community Rummage Sale at Sierra Lutheran High School: 3601 Romans Rd (7am-3pm)
• — Carson Valley Days annual 5K Fun Run: Run, Jog, or Walk - meet in the Walgreens parking lot at the corner of Waterloo Lane and Highway 395, race finishes by the Lampe Park tennis courts (7am-7:50am Registration and check-in; Race Start 8:10am; Same Day Registration $40, under 18 years $15; The theme this year is "Fun in the Great Outdoors"; Proceeds benefit Tahoe Youth and Family Services)
• — Seventh annual Carson Valley Days Pancake Breakfast in Minden Park (7am until the food runs out; Free; sponsored by the Town of Minden and Model Dairy)
• — 108th annual Carson Valley Days Parade ‘Fun in the Great Outdoors’ - Esmeralda Avenue in Downtown Minden, along Highway 395, to Lampe Park in Gardnerville (7am Registration in the Douglas High School Parking lot, parade begins 9am; REGARDING PARADE ROUTE: Highway 395 will be closed 8am-1pm between Buckeye Road in Minden and Waterloo Lane in Gardnerville. Traffic will be diverted around town via Waterloo/Toler/Orchard/Buckeye. Highway 88 will also remain open.)
• — 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)
• — Third and Curry Farmers Market (8:30am to 1pm; fruits, vegetables, flowers, local vendors, live music, the Muscle Powered Bike Valet and more)
• — Carson High School Class of 2018 Graduation on the CHS Football Field (9am, gates open 7:30am; seating and parking is first-come, first-served and limited; no food/drink, water okay; no spiked heels on track or field)

Congratulations to the Class of 2018 and kudos on all your accomplishments. Parking and seating at Graduation are first come, first served. If you are headed to the Nevada State Fair, wait until after 1 p.m. to even consider that parking lot.

• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm breakfast and unlimited bowling; $13, $8 for kids 8 and younger)
• — Edwards Motor Car Rides at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Museum open 9am-4:30pm, admission for adults is $6, children under 18 are free; Motor Car Rides available from 10am-4pm and last approximately 35 minutes – Fares are $4 for ages 12 and over; $2 for museum members and ages 4-11, and free for ages 3 and under - Motor car No. 401 was built by the Edwards Motor Car Co. of Sanford, NC and put into service October 1926 by the Tucson, Cornelia & Gila Bend Railroad of Ajo, AZ. The motor car operated regularly until December 31, 1947)
• — Annual Fishing Day for Kids at the Davis Creek Regional Park, Washoe Valley – Meet at the Lakeview group picnic area (9am-1pm; Open to ages 4-12; No fishing license needed; The Elks will have a limited supply of fishing poles available. Please bring your own poles and chairs; raffle and free hotdogs following derby; hosted by Carson City Elks Lodge #2177)
• — Carson Valley Art Association Art Show at the CVIC Hall: 1604 Esmerelda, Minden (9am-5pm)
• — Dayton Farmers Market at Community Roots and Shoots: 60 2nd Ave - across from Pizza Factory, Dayton (9am-1pm)
• — Arts and Antique Faire at the Carson City Art Gallery: corner Curry/Fourth St. (10am-4pm; A selection of the Gallery’s artists will be displaying their work, and some will be doing live demonstrations)
• — 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)
• — Nevada State Fair, Carnival, and Rendezvous at Mills Park in Carson City (Fair/Rendezvous opens at 10am, Carnival 11am-10pm, Live Music 11:30am-9:30pm; free event, carnival all-you-can-ride wristband $30; featuring showcase exhibits from each participating county; authentic American Civil War era re-enactments with emphasis on the State of Nevada organized by the 7th Regiment of Michigan Cavalry - Company F; Carnival, live music, and more; free parking at Carson High School AFTER 1pm only; no dogs are allowed other than service dogs)

So many decisions! Luckily, the State Fair is open Sunday, because today might be a downtown kind of day. Start at the Third and Curry Farmers Market, wander north to the Revival Car Show by the Carson Nugget. After you’ve got your fill of chrome and horsepower, head back to McFadden Plaza for the Second annual Capital City Brewfest. Hosted by the local Rotary, the Brewfest brings beer, live music, food trucks and more, plus it raises money for local scholarships. It’s as good a reason as any for a great party!

• — Revival Car Show in Downtown Carson City – show parking along Carson City and in the Carson Nugget Main Street Parking Lot (10am-4pm; $30 registration fee, open to all cars and bikes; Music, vendors, poker walk, scavenger hunt, goodie bag for first 150 registrants; proceeds to benefit FISH and the Nevada Military Support Alliance)
• — Family Fun Saturday: National Doll Day at the Nevada State Museum (10am-3pm, 11am-1pm performance by the Great Basin Young Chautauqua Scholars; Come and enjoy a delightful display of dolls presented by the Carson Doll Club, giveaways, doll related craft activities, and information on the history of dolls; Museum admission $8, free for members and kids under 18)
• — 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://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/cc-vc/ )
• — 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)
• — Meet Your Vendors and Customer Appreciation Day at the Greenhouse Garden Center: 2450 S. Curry (10am-3pm; over 30 vendors, free food, live music with Randy Ides, and prize giveaways)
• — Family Story time and Craft at the Carson City Library (10:15am-11:45am; supplies limited MUST register online HERE; Each family will receive a free library bag and free book. Each child that is registered will get to participate in an art or science activity; those 9 and younger must be accompanied by someone 13+; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — 108th annual Carson Valley Days in Lampe Park, Gardnerville (11am-11pm Carnival, Crafts Fair, Games, Vendors - all-you-can-ride wristband $26; 1:30pm Horseshoe Tournament; Live Music: 3:30pm-7pm Escalade, 8pm-12am Super Freaks; sponsored by the Carson Valley #85 Active 20/30 Club)
• — Taste of the Comstock in Virginia City (11am-4pm; $25 restaurant tour and tasting only, $35 VIP whiskey and cigar tasting only, $45 Combo Ticket for restaurant and whiskey/cigar tasting)
• — Seniors (55+), Military, and Veterans Swim Free at Paradise Salon and Spa: 3430 Executive Pointe, off College Pkwy (11:30am-5pm; indoor adult warm saltwater pools, no reservation required; no open swim during classes) -- Seniors (55+), Military, and Veterans Swim Free at Paradise Salon and Spa: 3430 Executive Pointe, off College Pkwy (11:30am-5pm; indoor adult warm saltwater pools, no reservation required)
• — Noon Music with CW at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm-2pm; original swing and honky tonk songs)

The Carson City Library’s Summer Learning Program doesn’t kick off until Sunday, but it’s a busy little place nonetheless. A new ‘makers space’ in the building features a multitude of nifty machines, but you need to get certified first. Check out their website, Facebook page, or head down there to learn more about the wonderful new things happening at our local library.

• — Soldering Certification Class in the Carson City Library Capital Makers Room (12pm-3pm; Drop-ins welcome, no registration is required; A proctor will provide an introduction to soldering safety, processes, and proper techniques via a project-based certification. This will include soldering components to a circuit board; This certification is required before participating in any Soldering Workshop classes; A Premiere Library Card is required; ages 10-13 must be accompanied by someone with a Premiere Card)
• — Carson Valley LGBTQIAP and Friends Weekly Social Meet-up at Comma Coffee (2pm-4pm; Empowering support, love, and respect; all ages welcome)
• — Saturday Family Movie: The Great Gilly Hopkins 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)
• — Bar BINGO at NV Ugly: 1433 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (2pm; free to play, win bar swag and drinks)
• — The Art of Gyotaku: the Japanese art of fish printing at Dayton State Park: 825 Hwy 50, Dayton (2pm-2:30pm; entry fees waived today; Japanese fishermen would take non-toxic ink and rice paper to record their catches before photography was invented. We will supply the ‘fish,’ rice paper, paint, and rollers for participants to create their own works of art to take home; We will also talk about the Carson River and the fish that call it home; Participants should bring water, sun protection, insect repellant, and be aware that the paint may stain clothing; park admission waived for NV State Parks Day)
• — Kids’ Summer Kick-off Party at Santa Park: Dayton (3pm-6pm; games, food, and more; raffle to benefit the LBL Equine Rescue of Silver Springs)
• — Second annual Capital City Brewfest in downtown Carson City – Bob McFadden Plaza, and along South Carson and Curry Streets (4pm-9pm; $35, Designated Drivers $5; featuring music by Road Daddy and DJ Red in on the Third Street Stage, 24+ breweries, food trucks and more; fundraiser for the Carson City Rotary youth leadership and scholarship programs)
• — NEW: Wine Walk at the Carson Mall: 1313 S Carson St (4pm-6pm; $15 includes commemorative reusable wine glass and tastings; must be 21+ and have ID; reoccurs every second Saturday)
• — NEW: DJ Trivia at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (5pm-7pm; family friendly, no cover)
• — Ramos Bros Circus at the Carson Mall: 906 S Stewart St, (Performance at 5pm; Adults $25-$35, kids $15)
• — State Qualifer 2x Points at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex (Signups 5pm-6pm, $25 per rider; State race is a double point race - Remember you need to complete four state races to qualify for the final State race in Vegas; must be USABMX member; hosted by CC BMX)
• — Live Music with Doug Lubushkin at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)

Lights, camera, action! It’s time for the annual Hollywood Gala hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club. Every month they feature a different classic movie, complete with discussion and trivia. Coming this summer will be free outdoor movies in McFadden Plaza. Keep your eye out for the upcoming “Princess Bride” night.

• — Carson City Classic Cinema Club Fourth annual Hollywood Gala: Casablanca-themed at the Gold Dust West Casino (cocktails 6pm, dinner 7pm; $45 includes Red Carpet Photo Op, International Buffet Dinner, No-host Bar, Entertainment, Raffles, and Silent Auction; Feel free to wear your finest, a costume, or whatever; There will be a very limited number of tickets available at the door, at which time Prime Rib will be the only dinner option)
• —Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm)
• — Member Appreciation Party at the Washoe Club, Virginia City (6pm-8pm free drinks for current members; $20 per year for memberships and renewals - bring a friend to sign up and get a top-shelf drink token)
• — 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)
• — ‘William Ormsby & The Creation of the Nevada Territory’ with CW Bayer in the A to Zen ‘Zen Den’: 1803 N. Carson St. (doors 6pm; 7pm start; $5 cover, you get $5 store credit; This talk and slide show outlines CW Bayer’s books researching that effort. This is Nevada and Carson City’s founding story. Copies of his book will be available for sale; all ages)
• — Weekly Star Party with Telescope Viewing and Lecture: "2001 Space Odyssey" by Mike Thomas at the Western Nevada College Jack C. Davis Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave, off Murphy Drive (7pm-10:30pm; lecture at 7:30pm, limited seating; free; star viewing by telescopes begins at sunset; Weather permitting)
• — Live Music with Hindsight at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)
• — Live Music with Reggie Hall on the Washoe Camp Saloon outdoor stage: 3155 Eastlake Blvd, New Washoe City (7pm-10pm; Tejaro Mexican Grill food truck)
• — 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)
• — Ramos Bros Circus at the Carson Mall: 906 S Stewart St (Performance at 8pm; Adults $25-$35, kids $15)
• — Comedian Bob Zany 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 Platinum at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• — Live Music with the Whiskey Preachers at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)
• — Live Music featuring the Vegas Road Show in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• — Live Music with Greg Austin and the Southern Justice Band at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (8:30pm; no cover)
• — Live Music with the Soul Persuaders 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)

Still need one last dose of carnival? In Carson City, the Nevada State Fair, Carnival, and Rendezvous is at Mills Park and Lampe Park in Gardnerville is celebrating Carson Valley Days. The Carson Library kicks off the summer with an afternoon of activities and sign-ups for their Summer Learning Program. Pack a picnic for a Pops Party with the Carson City Symphony at the Capitol Amphitheater. The Fourth Ward School Museum in Virginia City hosts a lecture/presentation on the eclectic atmosphere that forever tied the little Comstock town to the San Francisco psychedelic hippie music scene of the 1960s. Read on and have a great day.

SUNDAY:

• — 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)
• — Edwards Motor Car Rides at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Museum open 9am-4:30pm, admission for adults is $6, children under 18 are free; Motor Car Rides available from 10am-4pm and last approximately 35 minutes – Fares are $4 for ages 12 and over; $2 for museum members and ages 4-11, and free for ages 3 and under - Motor car No. 401 was built by the Edwards Motor Car Co. of Sanford, NC and put into service October 1926 by the Tucson, Cornelia & Gila Bend Railroad of Ajo, AZ. The motor car operated regularly until December 31, 1947)
• — Carson City BMX Racing at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex: 1555 Livermore Lane (no racing today, due to Fernley State Race)
• — 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)
• — Carson Valley Art Association Art Show at the CVIC Hall: 1604 Esmerelda, Minden (9am-3pm)
• — 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)
• — 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://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/cc-vc/ )
• — Nevada State Fair, Carnival, and Rendezvous at Mills Park in Carson City (Fair/Rendezvous opens at 10am, Carnival 11am-10pm, Live Music 12pm-9:30pm; free event, carnival all-you-can-ride wristband $30; featuring showcase exhibits from each participating county; authentic American Civil War era re-enactments with emphasis on the State of Nevada organized by the 7th Regiment of Michigan Cavalry - Company F; Carnival, live music, and more; free parking at Carson High School; no dogs are allowed other than service dogs)
• — 108th annual Carson Valley Days in Lampe Park, Gardnerville (10am-4pm Crafts Fair, Games, Vendors; 11am-5pm Carnival, all-you-can-ride wristband $26; Raffle at 3pm, need not be present to win; sponsored by the Carson Valley #85 Active 20/30 Club)
• — 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+; Special Drawing and free cake and coffee in celebration of Fathers’ Day)
• — Kids Eat Free at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• — Summer Learning Challenge Kick-Off Party at the Carson City Library (12pm-1:30pm register for the Summer Learning Challenge, 12pm-3pm Family Friendly Activities including yoga, VR demonstration, Littlest Things and rock painting, food truck, and more; those under 9 years old must be accompanied by someone 13+ at all times)
• — Bookworm Yoga with Good Elephant in the Carson City Library Secret Garden (12pm-1pm; Join us for an hour of gentle yoga in the Secret Garden. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat, towel, and some water - limited mats available; those under 9 years old must be accompanied by someone 13+ at all times; part of the Summer Learning Challenge)
• — 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)
• — "Avant-Garde, Wannabe Cowboys: Place Attachment Among Bohemians, Beatniks, and Hippies in Virginia City, Nevada" presented by Engrid Barnett at the Fourth Ward School Museum, Virginia City (1pm-3pm; included with museum admission: $6 adults, $3 kids aged 6-16; free for active military and immediate family with ID; Engrid Barnett received a doctoral degree in geography from the University of Nevada, Reno, for her work on the unlikely but, nonetheless, strong influence of Virginia City on the 1960s psychedelic esthetic and cultural scene that would take San Francisco by storm in 1967)
• — Ramos Bros Circus at the Carson Mall: 906 S Stewart St (Performance at 2pm; Adults $25-$35, kids $15)
• — Flashback Cinema: Space Jam (1996) 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)
• — 34th annual Pops Party Concert at the Capital Amphitheater, between the Capitol and Legislature Buildings (6pm, the concert featuring the Carson City Symphony, Carson City Symphony Chorus, and guest vocalist Cherie Shipley; free admission; bring blankets or lawn chairs and a picnic; Snacks, beverages, and raffle tickets will be on sale; in case of rain, the concert will be inside the Brewery Arts Center)
• — Kids Eat Free at the Union: 302 N. Carson St. (4pm-8pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• — Virginia and Truckee One-way Steam Train Ride: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 4:30pm, arrive in Virginia City 6pm; $37, seniors and veterans $35, kids 3-16 $25; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/cc-vc/ )
• — Ramos Bros Circus at the Carson Mall: 906 S Stewart St (Performance at 5pm; Adults $25-$35, kids $15)
• — Concerts on the Green: Ike and Martin at Genoa Park in Genoa (5pm-7pm; free concert; bring a picnic and chairs/blanket)
• — Live Music with Bill Wharton in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm)
• — Flashback Cinema: Space Jam (1996) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.75 kids)
• — Ramos Bros Circus at the Carson Mall: 906 S Stewart St (Performance at 7:30pm; Adults $25-$35, kids $15)

       
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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