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Evening with Divas, ghost investigations, Dia de los Muertos and more: Carson City area ramps up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 8:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the second annual Evening with Divas in Carson City, a Día de Muertos celebration at the Nevada State Museum, Nevada Artists Association’s 40th anniversary celebration, paranormal ghost investigations in Virginia City, a pie baking contest in Gardnerville and much more!
Events around the Carson City region for Wednesday, May 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 7:53pmIs it the middle of the work week already? That's what a 3-day holiday weekend brings. Heading into Wednesday, May 29, 2019, there's a number of events around the Carson City region lined up, including Salsa dancing classes at Yaple's Ballroom, a live music show at Piper's Opera House in Virginia City (hosted by the Canvas Cafe) and a live jazz jam at Living the Good Life in Carson City.
Events around Carson City on Thursday, April 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 7:42pmWe're working our way into Thursday, April 25, 2019 and feeling the warmup around the Carson City region. Winding down our work week we have art, theater and railroad history talks, library presentations, a fitness walk, climate change discussion, back pain wellness workshop, music ensemble at the community center and more. Enjoy the day.
Country Dancing Comes to Piper's Opera House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 2:33pmCountry dancing is coming to Virginia City on Thursday, April 25 with a free community event at Pipers Opera House. The Carson Lanes Country Kickers, a dance group that meets and dances weekly at Carson Lanes’ Eleventh Frame Lounge, will bring their skill, enthusiasm and fun to the first, in what hopefully will be the first of many country dance nights on the spring-loaded dance floor at Piper’s.
West Coast Songwriters Showcase
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 5:42amCome to the West Coast Songwriters Showcase presented by The Canvas Cafe.
May 29th 7pm
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Beatles Flashback Concert at Pipers Opera House Sept. 28
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/08/2018 - 10:35amBeatles Flashback performs a concert at Pipers Opera House on Friday, Sept. 28 from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Don't miss this great show at a historic venue!
Tickets $20 at https://www.eventbrite.com/o/pipers-opera-house-8134094864
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Feb. 24 - 25
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/23/2018 - 7:00pmFebruary is coming to a close, and we’ve got the chance at a nice weekend. Explore a new trail with Muscle Powered as they take on the Fay-Luther Trail south of Genoa. If you’re in a theater kind of mood, catch the Proscenium Players’ production of ‘Love Letters.’ See what the Nevada Artists Association has been up to during their Grand Re-opening and Winter Art Show Reception this afternoon. Read on and see what options the weekend brings.
SATURDAY:
- — Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park (8am-3pm; $1 admission, kids free)
Life of Julia Bulette featured at Leisure Hour Club dinner meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/07/2017 - 9:50amMembers of the Carson City Leisure Hour Club will learn of the loves and losses of Julia Bulette, renowned resident of Virginia City, at their dinner meeting on Wednesday, October 18.
Bulette’s murder began a manhunt that last over a year and resulted in the arrest, trial, and the April 24, 1869 execution of John Millian.
In what was the largest gathering of people in Nevada up to that time, 3,000 to 4,000 people were present at the hanging.
Beatles Flashback at Pipers Opera House 9/22 7pm
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/04/2017 - 4:57pmBeatles Flashback performs a concert to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sgt Peppers album at 7:00pm Sept 22 at Pipers Opera House in Virginia City.
They've performed at the the Peppermill for Hot August Nights (3 years running)and offer live Beatles music in a "no suits no wigs-just the good stuff" way.
They involve the audience and offer an energetic show that always offers a splendid time for all.
Tickets are $20 at Pipers Opera House, Red Dog Saloon,Corner Bar, on line at EventBrite and AT THE DOOR.
Pops Play's Pipers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/08/2017 - 2:44pmPops Play's Pipers. Ride the V&T round trip from Carson City to Virginia City's historic Pipers Opera House. Enjoy Lunch and a concert with the Carson Valley Pops Orchestra.
The train will depart the depot in Carson City at 10 a.m. arrive in Virginia City about 11:15 a.m. you will then be shuttled up to the opera house, lunch is from noon to 1 p.m. and the concert will start at 1:30 p.m., you will then be shuttled back to the train depot for the ride back to Carson City.
Carson Valley Pops announces spring scholarship concert
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/28/2017 - 10:27amThe Carson Valley Pops Orchestra will present an eclectic array of music and announce the 2017 Scholarship winners at their Annual Spring Concert on April 1 at 7 p.m. at the Carson Valley CIVC Hall.
Leisure Hour Club Members to Learn of ‘Murder Most Foul’
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/05/2017 - 3:10pmMembers of the Carson City Leisure Hour Club will share in the history of Laura D. Fair, Fatal Mistress.
Four times married, twice widowed and twice divorced all by the age of 33, Laura Fair was the first woman in California sentenced to hang for the murder of her lover, Alexander Parker Crittenden in November of 1870.
Leisure Hour Club Members to Learn of 'Murder Most Foul'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/03/2017 - 10:59amMembers of the Carson City Leisure Hour Club will share in the history of Laura D. Fair, Fatal Mistress. Four times married, twice widowed and twice divorced all by the age of 33, Laura Fair was the first woman in California sentenced to hang for the murder of her lover, Alexander Parker Crittenden in November of 1870.
Beatles Flashback Concert in Virginia City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/14/2016 - 5:56pmBeatles Flashback concert with Special Guest Virginia City Middle & High School Choral Group Sat May 28 at Pipers Opera House in Virginia City.
Door open at 6:30 show at 7 Pm.
Tickets $25 at Pipers, Red Dog Saloon, or beatlesflashbackpipers.eventbrite.com
The Big Bonanza featured at Piper's Opera House in Virginia City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/29/2016 - 1:10pmHelp us raise the curtain at Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City once again on April 2, from 3-5 pm, at a gala premiere party, an intimate and exclusive event, to present scenes from the new opera, The Big Bonanza.
The Territorial Enterprise newspaper writer Dan DeQuille was commissioned to tell the story of the epic 1873 discovery of the Comstock Lode by the “Bonanza King”’ John W. Mackey.
Labor Day weekend fun in all directions
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/04/2015 - 2:52amLabor Day Weekend Highlights
Carson City:
- Treasure hunt on Saturday at the Carson City Historical Society Rummage and Yard Sale at the Forman-Roberts House Museum at 1207 N. Carson St. Free tours of the museum will also be available during the 9am-4pm event.
- Take a ride on the Virginia and Truckee #25 Steam Engine at the Nevada State Train Museum Friday through Monday.
Genoa, Virginia City and Incline Village listed in magazine's top 10 travel list
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/30/2015 - 7:01amVirginia City, Genoa and Incline Village on the shores of Lake Tahoe have been selected among Nevada's 10 most unique towns in the online publication the culturetrip.com.
Noting Nevada is the seventh largest state by area, the website describes the Silver State comes with a "great deal of open space, varying landscapes, and many small towns dotting the terrain." The CultureTrip.com website has previously featured Carson City and Virginia City area landmarks, museums and restaurants as unique or must-see stops for travelers.
Multi-dance Ball and Showcase at Pipers Opera House, Virginia City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/06/2013 - 12:03pmComing Friday, August 9th, to Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City! The evening will include showcase dance routines by students and professionals. After the show, enjoy a Ball filled with lots of music for various dances! Including Ballroom, Swing, Latin, and Country. Music will be provided by The Craig Fletcher Band, and DJ music from Yaple’s Ballroom. A professional videographer and photographer from Lasting Touch will be there, dress formal and get your picture taken! Enjoy food from the salad and dessert bar. There will also be a soda bar with vintage sodas for sale for $2.
Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks return to the Comstock
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 4:00amDan Hicks and the Hot Licks will play Pipers Opera House in Virginia City on Saturday, Oct. 22 to benefit preservation of the Virginia City National Historic. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the perf...
Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks return to the Comstock
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 4:00amDan Hicks and the Hot Licks will play Pipers Opera House in Virginia City on Saturday, Oct. 22 to benefit preservation of the Virginia City National Historic. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the perf...
Community Briefly Oct. 7
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 4:01amBenefit concert to protect national historic landmarkDan Hicks and the Hot Licks will play Pipers Opera House in Virginia City on Oct. 22 to benefit preservation of the Virginia City National Histo...