Thursday happenings around Carson City

Summer heat is in full effect and with thunderstorms threatening the Sierra, wildfires are even more likely. Luckily, you’ll find some ways to entertain the kids without having to head outdoors. Head down for family story time at the Carson City Library with the young ones; older kids will want to check out the weekly Lego Club this afternoon. The Rally Route 50 West automotive scavenger hunt and race comes to an end this evening in McFadden Plaza with an announcement of the winners. Summertime Cruise Nights continue with this week’s meet-up at Johnny Rockets. Shine up your chrome, or just head down to check out the cool cars.

THURSDAY, July 12: Things to do in Carson City

• — Muscle Powered Thursday Hike: Eagle Ridge Trail, Genoa - Meet at the parking area for the Clear Creek trail on Jacks Valley Road, 1/2 mile west of Jacks Valley Elementary School, to carpool to the trailhead (8am-9:30am - In case of bad winter weather, we will cancel; friendly, leashed dogs welcome; These hikes are 2-4 miles with an approximate duration of 1½ hours, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. Hike duration does not include travel time if we carpool to the trailhead; Water and closed-toe shoes are required. Some trails are dirt and others are paved; Participants are responsible for their own transportation to the hike meeting site)
• — “From Dust to Water” Paintings by Matthew Couper in the OXS Gallery at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
• — Art Exhibit: ‘Visual Oasis: Works from Creative Growth’ at the Carson City Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm; the exhibit includes mixed media, 2-D and 3-D work featuring 17 artists from the Creative Growth Art Center in Oakland, CA)
• — Bowling and Shoe Rental Specials (9am-4pm at Carson Lanes; 9am-5pm at Gold Dust West)
• — Spirit of America Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — CCAI Art Exhibit: Jenny Raven: The Creative Growth Years 1979 – 1984 in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center (room open to the public during Carson City official meetings)
• — Family Story time in the Carson City Library (10:30am-11:15am themed singing, stories, finger-plays, or art centered around a book; under 9 years old must be accompanied by someone 13+ at all times; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — READing Paws Summer Edition: Read with a Therapy Dog at the Minden Library: 1625 Library Lane, Minden (10:30am-12pm; Children of all ages and reading levels are invited to read with a registered therapy dog and the dog’s handler; Each child will spend 15 minutes with a dog and time slots are available on a first come, first serve basis; Parental permission is required, and permission forms are available at the library)
• — Free Lunch for Kids Program at the Bridge Church: 901 N. Stewart AND at Park Terrace Park: 1327 La Loma (11am-12:15pm, weather permitting; Open to ages 2-18, Children do not need to be enrolled in any program at the meal site - Adults are not eligible for these federally funded meals; Meals must be eaten at the serving site, they cannot be carried away; hosted by Food For Thought)
• — All you can eat Wings at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; $14.95)
• — Carson City Kiwanis weekly meeting in the Black Bear Diner inside the Max Casino (12pm; first meeting of the month is at 12:15pm, all other weeks are at 12pm; Lunch $15; Newcomers and visitors are welcome)
• — Tap Handle Thursday at Red’s Old 395 (3pm-6pm; half off draft beers by the glass)
• — Lego Club in the Carson City Library Teen Portal (4pm-6pm; Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with LEGO Education materials; those under 9 years old must always be accompanied by someone 13+; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — Informal Chess at Comma Coffee (5pm)
• — Silver Dollar Car Classic Cruise Night hosted by Johnny Rockets at Carson Lanes: 4600 Snyder (5pm-8pm)
• — Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (5:30pm-8:30pm)
• — CASA of Carson City Volunteer Information Hour and Training at the CASA Office in the Family Court complex at 1539 E. 5th St. (5:30pm; CASA volunteers are appointed by the Carson City Juvenile Court to serve as guardian ad litem for a case of abused or neglected children in a child welfare court case; Meet our Director, Melanie McCormick, and let her explain just what it takes to help a child in your community. You’ll learn about the necessary training and all your questions will be answered)
• — Carson City Sunset Rotary Club’s weekly meeting at Tito’s Mexican Restaurant: 444 E. William St, Ste. 20 (5:30pm; visit, have a great dinner, and talk about our Rotary projects in the community and the world)
• — Carson Communicators Toastmasters Club Meeting at the Black Bear Diner inside the Max Casino (6pm-7:15pm; the club is open to anyone seeking to improve their speaking skills)
• — Live Music at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (6pm-9pm)
• — Live Americana and Blues with Dave Leather at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. (6pm)
• — Family Movie Night: Paddington 2 at the Carson City Library (6pm-7:30pm; Must register online HERE; under 9 years old must always be accompanied by someone 13+; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — Thirsty Thursday Karaoke at Bella Vita Bistro in the Carson Mall: 1304 S Stewart (6:30pm-9:30pm)
• — Twilight Concert Series: Milton Merlos playing flamenco guitar at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park: 1450 Highway 88, Minden (5:30pm gate opens, 6:30pm concert; $10 adults, 16 and younger free with paid adult; Visitors should bring their own seating; Please no dogs, legitimate service animals only)
• — Douglas Co. Historical Society's Heritage Lecture Series: Nancy Raven will be discussing her book “A Postal Journey - Discovering Nevada Through Its Post Offices” at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center: 1477 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (doors 6pm, 6:30pm-8pm; $3 admission, free for DCHS members)
• — Gentlemen’s Night at Carson Cigar Co. AKA the Cigar Bar (men drink half off 7pm-9:30pm)
• — Free Pool Night at Remedy’s Bar: 306 E Williams (7pm-close)
• — Beginners’ Improv Workshop in the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (7pm; free, donations always appreciated; learn the secrets of improvised acting - great for improving public speaking, getting over stage fright, or just finding some people to have a good time with)
• — Live Music featuring The Rye Brothers in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (7pm-11pm)
• — Official Finish and Awards Ceremony for the "Rally Route 50 West” at the Fox Brewpub in Bob McFadden Plaza at Third/Carson (7:30pm; The "Rally Route 50 West" automotive scavenger hunt across "The Loneliest Road in America" features 72 teams of two or more people, two racing venues, and over 25 stops at historical and scenic locations across U.S. Highway 50)
• — Tempo and Tequila with the Roska Collective at the Sage Lounge inside Battle Born Social: 318 N. Carson St. (8pm-close; no cover, 21+; Live painting, live mixes, great cocktails)
• — Throwback Thursday with Ambassador Sound at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (9pm; different featured drink and theme each week)