Parties, markets, hot wheels, and more! Events in Carson City for Saturday, June 15

Good morning, Carson City, and happy Saturday! Today will be another hot summer day with a light breeze, topping out at 88 degrees with a low of 57. On the docket today we have Shoe Tree's 2nd Anniversary Party, the Saturday Farmer's Market, a Hot Wheels racing match, and more! Check below to see what we've got going on through Father's Day Weekend.

Saturday, June 15

— Stewart Father's Day Powwow in Carson City (all day). Hundreds of American Indian dancers, drummers, artists, craftsmen and cultural enthusiasts will converge on Carson City the weekend of June 14-16 for the annual Stewart Indian School Father’s Day Powwow. Festivities at the former Stewart Indian School, located at 5500 Snyder Ave., Carson City, include daily grand entries, crafts and food vendors, and a fun run. The event is open to the public and admission is free.

— Stewart Father's Day Powwow to feature 5K Color Fun Run and Walk. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Stewart Indian Facility, 5500 Snyder Ave. Please join us for the 3rd Annual Color Fun Run/Walk 5K during the Stewart Indian School Father's Day Pow Wow Weekend. Run and Walk will be held through the historic campus of the Stewart Indian School.The event is June 15, 2019 beginning at 8 a.m. To secure your t-shirt, register by June 1, 2019. For more information please contact Paula Smith @ 775-265-8674

— Fresh and Bountiful: Carson City Farmers Market returns this Saturday. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the corner of 3rd and Curry St. in Carson City. Enjoy fresh-picked produce, local meats, fresh flowers, artisan baked goods, jams, honey, crafts, live music and Carson City’s smiling faces.This week at the market you can enjoy music by Ricky D., stop by the kids' booth to make your own market bag, we have all the supplies for you. We are excited to see you all again this year.

— Inaugural Women with Wheelz Car Show at Virginia City. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Silverland Inn and Suites, 100 E. St. Women with Wheelz Car Show is coming to Virginia City with lots of new events. Open to the first 120 cars, food, music, giveaways, static displays, Department of Traffic and Safety display, Sister on the Fly local ladies, raffle prizes and more!

— Train to Virginia City from Carson City. Event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4650 Eastgate Siding Road. Prices for the ride range from $25-$55. Rediscover Nevada’s rich history in mining and mill on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route as you meander through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This relaxing all-day train excursion is fully narrated with historical facts and anecdotes. Departing from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, the 24-mile round-trip tour includes a fun 3.5-hour stopover in historic Virginia City, where you can stroll the boardwalks and explore restaurants, shops, saloons, museums, mines and more. Please arrive at the depot 1/2 hour prior to departure. Tickets are available online or by calling 877-724-5007 or 775-291-0208.

— Mint 150: 1870 Mint Building Tour. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. There will be a guided tour of the Carson City Mint Building led by Curator of History Robert Nylen from 10:00-11:00 a.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m.

— Vintage Trailer Park Rally in Virginia City. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at VC RV Park, 355 North F. Street. Step back in time with the Virginia City RV Park. The RV Park is hosting a vintage park rally and open house on June 15.

— State Capitol Guided Tours at the Nevada State Capitol. Two separate tours will take place at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. every Saturday in Carson City. Tours typically take an hour and include both the exterior of the building, nearby memorials as well as the interior of the building. Tours are available for up to 20 people on a first-come, first-served basis. The building includes numerous historic artifacts that range from portraits of past Nevada governors to sculptures to historical items showcased during Nevada’s Sesquicentennial celebration. The Capitol remains open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Guided tours of up to 20 people can be arranged in advance by calling the Nevada State Museum’s Education Program at 775-687-4810, ext. 237.

— Author to lecture on Carson City Mint assayers on Saturday. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. You may know that the Carson City Mint produced coins bearing the famed CC mint mark, but did you know it was a United States assay office? Learn about this history of the Carson City Mint at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 15, at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. in Carson City. Paul Franklin, a retired semiconductor industry executive and frequent lecturer at Stanford University, will talk about Carson City Mint assayers and their role in analyzing and refining gold and silver.

— Carson Mall Hot Wheels Day. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1227 S. Carson St. Ready, set, GO!!! Come and race your Hot Wheels at the Carson Mall! Bring your favorite Hot Wheels, Matchbox or similar-sized car and compete against your peers for bragging rights and prizes! We will have a 15 ft downhill race track! Double elimination. No car? No problem, Hot Wheels cars will be available for sale, $2.00 per car. Trophies for each age class and overall winner. This tournament-style event is $1.00 per car, limit 10 cars. All Proceeds go to Carson High Debate Team. For more information about the event, rules and qualifications visit the Carson Mall Facebook page.

— The Dangberg Home Ranch Neighbor Fair comes to Minden. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park, 1450 State Route Hwy 88. Musical performances by The Mylo McCormic Project and Krista Jenkins, along with book signings, artist marketplace, food vendors and more. Learn more about local non-profits and what’s happening in your community.

— Kickstart wellness program to meet at Carson City's Rustically Divine. 11 a.m. at 310 N. Carson Street Suite 101. When was the last time you talked with someone about your health and received the personal attention You deserve? Imagine what your life would be like if you had clear thinking, energy, and excitement everyday. Wouldn't it be great to create a happy, healthy lifestyle that is fun and flexible and free of denial and discipline. Welcome to your program. Join us to learn proven techniques to support Healthy Living. Learn how an Integrative Nutritional Coach can help energize and bring back your passion.

-Shoe Tree Brewing Company 2nd Anniversary Celebration. 12 p.m. at 1496 Old Hot Springs Rd. in Carson City. Please join us on June 15th for our 2nd Anniversary Show and beer release! Can’t believe its been 2 years, thank you to everyone for their continued support!! Cheers! The People's Whiskey, Heat Creature, Statues of bliss and Blunderbusst Will be playing music for us all day long.

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— Demonstration of Coin Press No. 1 at the Nevada State Museum. 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 600 N. Carson St. A demonstration of Coin Press No. 1 in the Historic Carson City Mint building, pressing Transcontinental Railroad Medallions. For more information contact Robert Nylen 775-687-4810 ext. 245.

— Saturday Beginning Wheel Throwing at Ogres-Holm Pottery. 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 1215 S. Carson St. in Carson City. The Ogres of Ogres-Holm introduce you to clay in this 6-week open start class, including open studio time, is designed to get you started. It’s a great way to relax on a Saturday afternoon. $175 for 6 week session or $45 drop ins.

— Junior Ranger Program: Environmental Career Day. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Carson River Park, 5013 Carson River Rd. This event is for ages 10-13. Register online to save a spot and adventure guide.

— Lego Club at the Carson City Library. 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 900 N. Roop St. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with LEGO Education materials. Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.

— Nevada Wild Horses fundraiser to be held at the Governor's Mansion. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 606 N. Mountain St in Carson City. A fundraiser for the Virginia Range Wildlife Protection Association and the Wild Horse Preservation League will be held at the Governor’s Mansion on June 15 to raise awareness for Nevada’s wild horses.The fundraiser will take place at the Nevada Governors Mansion located at 606 Mountain St, Carson City inside the Nevada Room on Saturday, June 15 from 5-8 p.m. Live music will be provided by Athena McIntyre, and the emcee for the evening will be Eddie Floyd.

— Live Music at Glen Eagles Restaurant. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 3700 N. Carson St., Carson City. Enjoy live music that is sure to make you get up and dance every Wednesday through Saturday starting at 6:30 to 9 p.m.

— Live entertainment at the Carson Nugget this weekend. 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 507 N. Carson St. Please join us this weekend June 14-15 for a weekend of fun at the Carson Nugget located at 507 N Carson St in Carson City.We have comedian Travis Tate headlining the Carson Comedy Club Friday & Saturday. The doors open up at 7:15 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 each and available at the Winners Club inside the Carson Nugget or at www.ccnugget.com.Following the show, we have Northern Nevada funk band, Soul Kiss, performing at The Loft inside the Carson Nugget. The party starts at 9 p.m.

— Black Rose at Tommy Knockers. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Tommy Knockers Irish Pub, 20 Union St. in Virginia City. Black Rose will be rocking the night away with the fun classic rock and roll music you crank up in your ears every time it comes on the radio. You’ll be able to kick back, sip a brew and sing along.

Sunday, June 16

— Stewart Father's Day Powwow in Carson City (all day). Hundreds of American Indian dancers, drummers, artists, craftsmen and cultural enthusiasts will converge on Carson City the weekend of June 14-16 for the annual Stewart Indian School Father’s Day Powwow. Festivities at the former Stewart Indian School, located at 5500 Snyder Ave., Carson City, include daily grand entries, crafts and food vendors, and a fun run. The event is open to the public and admission is free.

— Muscle Powered Weekly Bicycle Ride. 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Fremont Elementary School in Carson City. Typically, this ride consists of two 10-15 minute loops with varying pace depending on rider level. This is a “no drop” ride so no one will be left behind. All riders must have a bicycle in safe working condition, a helmet, and closed toed shoes. For any questions or further information please contact Michael Bish via email: mrbish11@att.net or phone: 775-296-2068.

— Carson City Emblem Club hosts Father's Day Brunch. 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Elk’s Lodge No. 2177, 515 N. Nevada Street in Carson City. Members of Carson City Emblem Club No. 507 will honor all fathers on Sunday, June 16, with a Father's Day brunch.This event runs from 9:30 a.m. to noon. A variety of breakfast choices will be offered and the public is invited to attend.The event is at the the Elk's Lodge No. 2177, 515 N Nevada Street in Carson City. The cost is $12 per person.

— Train to Virginia City from Carson City. Event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4650 Eastgate Siding Road. Prices for the ride range from $25-$55. Rediscover Nevada’s rich history in mining and mill on the V&T Carson City-Virginia City route as you meander through tunnels, canyons and mining towns aboard a restored 1914 Pullman coach led by a 1916 Baldwin 2-8-0 steam locomotive. This relaxing all-day train excursion is fully narrated with historical facts and anecdotes. Departing from Carson City’s Eastgate Depot, the 24-mile round-trip tour includes a fun 3.5-hour stopover in historic Virginia City, where you can stroll the boardwalks and explore restaurants, shops, saloons, museums, mines and more. Please arrive at the depot 1/2 hour prior to departure. Tickets are available online or by calling 877-724-5007 or 775-291-0208.

— Sassabration fundraiser returns to Carson City with Sunday brunch, bingo and Bea Arthur. 11 a.m. at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, at 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. in Carson City. Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint will kick-off Father’s Day in Carson City during its fifth annual Sassabration fundraiser event featuring Brunch and Bingo with Bea Arthur, a tribute to the late comedy actress, singer and activist Bea Arthur on Sunday, June 16 at 11 a.m. A savory southern-style brunch buffet will be served along with several activities and live performances to keep the fundraiser jam-packed with excitement. The talented and charismatic Adam Whitney will perform as Bea Arthur during a two-hour performance featuring dancing, singing, stories, Bingo and plenty of laughs.

— Bilingual Storytime in Carson City. 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Carson City Library at 900 N. Roop St. Weekly themed singing, stories, finger-plays, or art centered around a book in both English and Spanish. Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.

— P'Opera! Alfresco at the Toiyabe Golf Club in Washoe Valley. 6 p.m. at 19 Lightning W Ranch Road, New Washoe City. Sierra Music Society is pleased to announce that the always popular “P’Opera!” is planning a fun-filled event with its “P’Opera! Alfresco” at Toiyabe Golf Club in Washoe Valley at 19 Lightning W Ranch Road, New Washoe City NV 89704 on Sunday, June 16th. There is only one show: 6 pm. $20 per person.Bring your own picnic and enjoy sunshine, fresh air and “P’Opera!” Music on the beautiful grounds of Toiyabe. If you don’t have time to prepare a picnic, purchase dinner from Toiyabe GC who will be grilling burgers, dogs, and tri-tip. This multi-talented group transcends all expectations with their beautiful voices, close harmonies, and fun choreography. Performing to sold-out houses on a regular basis, their mission is to delight and entertain you. If you are not yet a “P’Opera!” aficionado, you soon will be! Please visit our website: poperanv.org.