I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Nov. 18 - 19

With Thanksgiving just days away, the holiday season is just around the corner. The annual Holiday Craft Fair at Carson High features a plethora of handmade and locally crafted gifts for the loved ones on your shopping list. Take the plunge at the Carson Aquatic Center if you want to get a picture with Scuba Santa. Grab a coat, some friends, and your ID and head downtown for this month’s beer crawl. $15 gets you a glass and your first beer, from there you’ll pay only $1 for refills at several watering holes. There’s even more to enjoy this weekend, so keep reading for your options.

SATURDAY:

• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (breakfast served 7:30am -11am, unlimited bowling 9am-12pm; $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• —  EAA Sierra Chapter #403 Pancake Breakfast at the Chapter Building: 2500 E. College Pkwy (8am; $5 per person; Everyone Welcome; Proceeds benefit the Experimental Aircraft Association’s activities)
• — Carson High Annual Holiday Craft Fair at Carson High School, use the North Entrance (9am-4pm; $1.50 admission, discount with a non-perishable food donation; free for children and K-12 students)
• — 6 v 6 Soccer Tournament - Fundraiser for the Nov. 9 Rollover accident victims on the Carson High School Field (11am-9pm; $60 per team; All proceeds to benefit families; to donate directly go to https://www.gofundme.com/prayforthem )
• — Great Basin Native Artists Exhibit at the Carson Visitor Center (9am-6pm; featuring art by Linda Eben Jones, Joyce McCauley, Steve Nighthawk, Tork Rains and Brandy McDaniels)
• — Metropolitan Opera Live: The Exterminating Angel at the Galaxy Theater- Fandango (9:55am; $20)
• — Annual Nevada Day Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — Volunteers, Trucks and Trailers Needed: Willow Bill’s 20th Annual Willow Reindeer Art Project - Meet at the Carson Mall by Dutch Brothers to help transport and set up Reindeer along 395 from Gardnerville to Carson (10am; Call 775-842-3594 if you would like to help or have any questions)

The annual Willow Reindeer Art Project is beginning to take shape. Lend Willow Bill a hand by bringing your truck or trailer to the Carson Mall; hundreds of twinkling reindeer need to make it to their designated spots to bring this holiday tradition to life.

• — Turkey Dinner Drop for Friends in Service Helping: Donation Drive at the Carson Mall (10am-12pm; Bring any items - especially needed are: frozen turkeys, canned mixed fruit, canned green beans, canned corn, canned yams, chicken or turkey gravy envelopes, and chicken broth)
• — 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)
• — Reception celebrating the Exhibit of Fine Art by international artist Joyce Pike at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center: 1477 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (10am-2pm, meet the artist, silent auction of selected pieces; sponsored by the Douglas County Historical Society)
• — Give Thanks Sale and Holiday Sneak Peek at the Eddy Street Pop-Up Vintage Market: 1235 Eddy St., Gardnerville – next to Sharkey’s (10am-5pm; bring in 10 or more cans of food and receive 10% off your purchase)
• — ‘Stuff a Cop Car’ Food Drive at the Smith’s in Dayton (10am-4pm; non-perishable food to benefit the Dayton Food Bank)
• — Fifth annual Dayton Clothes Swap at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dayton Valley: 285 Old Dayton Road, Dayton (10am-2pm; Come trade in your gently used clothes for items new to you; Donation of two non-perishable food items for admission)
• — Depot Work Day at Dayton's 1881 Carson and Colorado Railroad Depot: Hwy 50 East at Main Street, at the light (10am-1pm; Drop in, help as you can - There is something for everyone; for more info call 775-246-0505 or 775-720-4104)
• — Tales and Wags Therapy Dogs at the Carson City Library (11am-12pm; Participants can read to the dogs and will receive a free book; under 9 yrs old must be accompanied by someone 13+; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — Fundraiser for the Nov. 9 Rollover accident victims at Yogurt Beach – Carson City and Gardnerville locations (11:30am-10pm; a portion of the day’s sales will be donated to the families, sorry no gift cards; to donate directly go to https://www.gofundme.com/prayforthem )
• — Underwater Photos With Scuba Santa at the Carson Aquatic Center: 841 N. Roop St. (12pm-2pm; free photo courtesy of High Desert Divers; pool fee $4, $3 for children and seniors; Certified divers may bring equipment and be photographed on scuba, other participants can hold their breath. Minors must have a parent or legal guardian to sign consent; Contact highdesertdivers@gmail.com for more information)

If you haven’t purchased your turkey yet, you may want to try your luck first. The Kiwanis of Carson Valley are hosting their annual Turkey Bingo in the Minden CVIC Hall with, you guessed it, turkeys as the grand prize.

• — 27th annual Turkey BINGO at the CVIC Hall: 1602 Esmeralda Ave, Minden (three two-hour sessions: 12pm-2pm, 3pm-5pm, 6pm-8pm; Tickets for the games will be sold 3 for $1, one ticket enables a player to play one game on one card; Games will last until all turkeys are given away and an exciting grand prize is awarded for each session; Free popcorn and coffee will be available; hot dogs, ice cream, chips, water and soft drinks available for purchase; sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of the Carson Valley)
• — Community Thanksgiving Dinner at the High Sierra Fellowship Church: 1701 Lucerne Street, Minden (12pm-2pm; open to anyone in our community)
• — Carson City Beer Crawl – Registration in Laxalt Plaza, by the Carson Nugget (1pm-5pm; $15, includes mug and first beer, $1 additional pours at participating locations; raffle prizes)
• — ‘Honk Against Bullying’ at the Carson City Library (1pm-2pm; Elementary school students are invited to join Wild Horse Children’s Theater and the cast of “Honk, Jr.” for an interactive anti-bullying workshop; Register HERE; those under 9 years old must be accompanied by someone 13+, You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• — BUNCO at the Dayton Senior Center: 320 Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton (doors open 1pm, there will be a short introduction period before the game begins; $20, includes snacks and four games for prizes; no-host bar available; hosted by the Soroptimists of the Comstock; for more info or reservations, call Sharon at 77-246-1630)
• — Western Nevada Musical Theatre Presents Disney’s ‘The Beauty and the Beast’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Carson City Community Center (2pm; $25-$28; Tickets ONLY available at www.WNMTC.com or by calling 866-977-6849, with limited tickets possibly available at the door)

Don’t wait to catch the tale as old as time. Western Nevada Musical Theatre’s production of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ ends its run this weekend, and tickets are going fast.

• —  Carson Valley LGBTQIAP and Friends Weekly Social Meet-up at Comma Coffee (2pm-4pm; Empowering support, love, and respect; all ages welcome)
• — Silver City Arts Group Monthly Acoustic Jam at the Silver City School House Community Center: 385 High St., Silver City (3pm-5pm; Bring your instruments and/or your singing voice)
• — Book Signing and Meet the Authors: ‘Weird Virginia City’ by Sandie LaNae and Arline La Ferry at the Gold Hill Hotel, Gold Hill (4pm-6pm; enjoy Chautauqua and Western performers; fundraiser for "The Comstock Foundation and History for Culture")
• — Opening Night: The Polar Express train ride via the Virginia and Truckee Railroad (all Saturday tickets are sold out; for future availability call 877-724-5007 or 775-291-0208 or online HERE; Enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while anticipating a special visit to Santa’s North Pole! Pajamas are encouraged)
• — Books and Brew Book Club in the Alatte Coffee and Wine Bar’s Barrel Room inside the Carson Nugget (5pm; this month’s book is "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie; Please come ready to discuss the book and to have a good time)
• —Live Music by Jack Clifton at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm)
• — Weekly Star Party with Telescope Viewing at the Western Nevada College Jack C. Davis Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave, off Murphy Drive (Weather permitting 6pm-11pm; free to participate)
• — Live Music by Bootleg at Espolon Grill y Tequileria: 10115 Hwy 50, Mound House (6pm-9pm)
• — Locals’ Nightclub featuring In Stride and special guest TOMA in the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (7pm; $5 at the door, beer/wine available)
• — Live Music with the Soul Persuaders at the Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)

How weird is weird? You’ll have to see for yourself when Nick and Bobby take the stage at the Brewery Arts Center. Tickets are only $5 at the door, with beer and wine available for purchase.

• — Nick-n-Bobby Act Weird for About an Hour: Comedy Extravaganza in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (doors 6:30pm, 7pm start; $5 at door; featuring Nick Josten and Bobby Benedict)
• — Ladies Night at Crossroads Lounge (7pm-close)
• — Rock 'n Bowl Night at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (7pm-11pm; music and laser lights; Bowling Discounts for groups of 10 or more)
• — Drama Club Comedy Improv in the Douglas High School Drama Room (7pm-9pm; $10 at the door)
• — Western Nevada Musical Theatre Presents Disney’s ‘The Beauty and the Beast’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Carson City Community Center (7:30pm; $25-$28; Tickets ONLY available at www.WNMTC.com or by calling 866-977-6849, with limited tickets possibly available at the door)
• — 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)
• — DJ Wess Neal at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget (8pm)
• — Live Music with the Trippin King Snakes at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• — Live Music with the Rye Brothers in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• — Live Music with Moz' Motley Blues Band at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (8:30pm-12:30am)
• — Live Music with Cool Phat Duo in ‘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+)

Sunday is usually synonymous with football this time of year. Raiders fans, and non-fans for that matter, are invited to the Eleventh Frame Lounge inside Carson Lanes to watch the game and join in the annual Adopt-a-Senior Fundraiser. If you’ve got a bibliophile on your gift list, the Nevada State Museum has got you covered. You’ll get the chance to meet ten notable Nevadan authors, learn more about our great state, and get a signed copy one of the many books available. Read on and enjoy your weekend.

SUNDAY:

• — Family Day at Empire Ranch Golf Course (Kids play free with each paid adult green fee, one for one)
• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (breakfast served 7:30am-11am, unlimited bowling 9am-12pm; $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• — Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride - Meet in the south parking lot of Fremont Elementary School, next to the Linear Ditch Trail (NEW TIME: 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; $12 suggested; beginners are welcome; Bring your mind, body, and mat; a limited number of extra mats will be available)
• — Open House at the Creativity Corner Pre-school and Nursery: 2323 N. Carson Street, next to Denny’s (10am-2pm; check out our center, enjoy some free refreshments, games for children, and meet our experienced staff; open enrollment for kids 6 and younger)
• — Annual Nevada Day Art Show 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)
• — Give Thanks Sale and Holiday Sneak Peek at the Eddy Street Pop-Up Vintage Market: 1235 Eddy St., Gardnerville – next to Sharkey’s (11am-4pm; bring in 10 or more cans of food and receive 10% off your purchase)
• — Autumn Author Event: Meet and Greet and Book Signing in the Dema Guinn Concourse of the Nevada State Museum (11am-2:30pm; free admission to book signing; featuring Nevada Authors: Jerry Aaron “A Chronicle of Nevada’s Great Basin,” Patty Cafferata “Christmas in Nevada,” Carol Jensen “Lake Tahoe through Time,” Peter Mires “Lake Tahoe’s Rustic Architecture,” Richard Mitchell “Legends of Strawberry,” Bonnie Boice Nishikawa “Nevada State Orphans/Children’s Home,” Stan Paher “The Nevadans: Spirit of the Silver State,” Anthony Shafton “The Nevada They Knew,” Martin Smith “Battle Born Nevada Trivia,” Cindy Southerland “Cemeteries of Carson City and Carson Valley,” Robert Stewart “Aurora: Nevada’s Ghost City of the Dawn,” and David Toll “The Complete Nevada Traveler”)
• — Raiders Booster Club annual Adopt-a-Senior Fundraiser at the Eleventh Frame Lounge in Carson Lanes (12:45pm silent auction, live auctions and raffles; kickoff 1:25pm vs the New England Patriots; food and drink specials; everyone invited, supervised kids under 21 welcome)

'You're a wizard, Harry.' Witness young Potter discover his destiny on the big screen. Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone plays twice today and Wednesday.

• — 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)
• — Western Nevada Musical Theatre Presents Disney’s ‘The Beauty and the Beast’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Carson City Community Center (2pm; $25-$28; Tickets ONLY available at www.WNMTC.com or by calling 866-977-6849, with limited tickets possibly available at the door)
• — 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)
• — Big Screen Classics: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (2pm; $8.50 adults, $7.75 kids)
• — Open House at the Creativity Corner Pre-school and Nursery: 2323 N. Carson Street, next to Denny’s (5pm-7pm; check out our center, enjoy some free refreshments, games for children, and meet our experienced staff; open enrollment for kids 6 and younger)
• — Piano Bar Karaoke hosted by John Shipley in the Crown Point Restaurant Main Dining Room at the Gold Hill Hotel, Gold Hill (6:30pm-9:30pm; dinner and drink specials)
• — Big Screen Classics: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.75 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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