songwriting.
The Brewery Arts Center’s Flatbed Concert Series to play Empire Ranch Golf Course neighborhood Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/04/2020 - 10:04amThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week.
Brewery Arts Center's Flatbed Concert Series to hit Long Ranch Park neighborhood Saturday featuring Kingwhistler and Eric Andersen
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/07/2020 - 10:13amKingwhistler and Eric Andersen will hit the Flatbed Concerts Series this Saturday night, Aug 8 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. near the Long Ranch Park neighborhood!
Youth Theatre Carson City to host summer 'Virtual Master Class Series' June 16 to July 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/14/2020 - 7:12amYouth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce our upcoming Virtual Summer Workshop Series, held exclusively online over six weeks, June 16 to July 23, 2020 as part of their YTCC@Home initiative.
Youth Theatre Carson City is bringing local experts, home-grown successes, and industry professionals from New York, Los Angeles, Boston and beyond right into your living room covering topics from acting and singing to theatrical design and songwriting to building relationships and becoming a successful professional in the arts.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, August 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/21/2019 - 5:34pmComing up on Thursday, August 22, 2019, we can expect continued sunny skies with a daytime near 90. Among upcoming events: Thursday is the final day of the Jukebox International Film Festival at the Carson City Community Center. Take in a film screening and talk to the filmmakers who made them. There's a Polka Dot Powerhouse Carson City lunch connect at Red's Old 395 Grill, plus Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park and a volunteer expo hosted by Leadership Douglas County. There's also a discussion about aviation history and trends at the Nevada State Museum, a Carson City GOP information meeting on Block Chain technology, Jazz and Beyond music festival events and more. Enjoy the day.
Wednesday events around Carson City feature Wheeled Food with movie at BAC, jazz and film festivals
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/20/2019 - 7:17pmWe're heading into the midweek, Wednesday, August 21, 2019 with sunny skies and activities throughout the day including day 2 of the Jukebox International Film Festival at the Carson City Community Center, Jazz and Beyond festival performances to complement Wheeled Food Wednesday at the BAC followed by a classic outdoor movie to boot, "West Side Story." There's also a free creative event: "Community Art Card, Creating Social Circle" at Comma Coffee, Salsa dancing and more. Enjoy the day.
Fitness, music, film and Count Basie: Events around Carson City for Tuesday, August 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 5:31pmHaving made it through the first day of school in Carson City, it is onward and upward as we head into Tuesday, August 20, 2019. Events around the area include fitness hikes and bike ride, a free floral design class at Silver City School House, art showings and Congressman Mark Amodei at Casino Fandango. Also featured is the launch of the Jukebox International Film Festival at the community center, a jazz quintet performance at Comma Courtyard and the 115th birthday celebration of Count Basie as part of the Jazz and Beyond music festival. Enjoy the day.
Music Flicks and Kicks: Jukebox International Film Festival begins Tuesday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 2:05pmA festive gathering that celebrates music-themed films arrives in Carson City beginning Tuesday, delivering top-notch features about music and musicians, styles, songwriting and music video making.
The Jukebox International Film Festival is the place music and flicks collide, bringing enthusiasts and artists together from across the country to the capital city for three days, offering free showings, meet-and-greets and more.
Capital City Brewfest, Levitt AMP Music Series to draw thousands into Carson City on Saturday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 9:48amThousands will pack Carson City venues during the Capital City Brewfest and Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series on Saturday, June 22.
Levitt AMP Carson City outdoor concert series kicks off Saturday with Antsy McClain
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 8:47amAntsy McClain & the Trailer Park Troubadours will headline the fourth annual Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series at the Brewery Arts Center on Saturday, June 22.
Concert Lineup Announced for Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series at the BAC
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 7:44amApril 26, 2019—The countdown to an unforgettable season of free concerts in Carson City is underway! Today the Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series presented by The Change Companies announced its impressive lineup of artists who will perform at The Change Companies stage on the Brewery Arts Center’s campus each Saturday at 7pm from June 22 to Aug. 24. So grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to experience the power of free, live music to bring our community together!
Rita Hosking Live at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 7:47pmAcclaimed singer-songwriter Rita Hosking along with Sean Feder will perform a one-night only concert next month in the capital region at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse.
Democratic luncheon to showcase Nevada's rich history of poetry and songwriting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 1:01pmLocal musician and historian CW Bayer will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon.
Back by popular demand, Mr. Bayer will read from and talk about his book, "Rhymes From The Silver State," a collection of Nevada lyrics — songs and poems — reflecting both the mining era (c. 1854 to c. 1905) and the sagebrush and pine era (1905 to c. 1932). Nothing defines the historical culture of the Silver State better than these pieces.
Jefferson Starship and Midnight North prepare for Concert Under the Stars flight Wednesday in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/10/2018 - 8:58amIt’s been a long road from 1972 to now — one that has wound through valleys and over peaks and has seen, despite the challenges, Jefferson Starship emerge stronger than ever.
Carson City will experience the current incarnation of this legendary band, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, when they take the stage for the 10th annual Concert Under the Stars, A Benefit for The Greenhouse Project, Wednesday, July 11 at Brewery Arts Center.
Saturday's Levitt AMP Carson City concert series features double bill of local, national musicians
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 3:11pmThe Brewery Arts Center continues an unforgettable season of free music under the stars in Carson City. With 8 concerts to go all summer, grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to head on down to Carson City and Brewery Arts Center for Levitt AMP Carson City presented by The Change Companies.
Midnight North to open 2018 Concert Under the Stars in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 07/01/2018 - 7:39amMidnight North opens the 10th annual Concert Under the Stars, A Benefit for The Greenhouse Project, Wednesday, July 11, with a performance that promises to deliver something for everyone.
'Whose Line is it Anyway?' Alum Laura Hall to teach and perform in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/26/2018 - 9:53amThe Brewery Arts Center in Carson City will present a performance with Comedy Improv masters Rick and Laura Hall on Sunday, July 1 in the Performance Hall at 6 p.m. This performance will also feature local players from a sold-out workshop the pair will host at the BAC earlier in the day.
Scottish folk music with acclaimed duo this Saturday at Carson City's Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/07/2018 - 12:10pmThe Brewery Arts Center Celtic Series goes Scottish this Saturday as folk music by the acclaimed duo Alan Reid and Rob van Sante take center stage at Maizie Harris Black Box Theater in Carson City.
Levitt Amp Free Concert Series continues this Saturday night with Gene Evaro, Jr. and Silver
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/14/2017 - 3:45pmThe Brewery Arts Center will continue an unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City. It’s time again to grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to head on down to the Brewery Arts Center’s newest community treasure and join with us to enjoy Gene Evaro Jr. and Silver.
Levitt AMP Carson City concert Saturday features blues legend Guitar Shorty, Grace Hayes
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/05/2017 - 9:13amThe Brewery Arts Center continues its unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City this Saturday with headliner blues legend Guitar Shorty and opening act Reno Indie artist Grace Hayes.
Levitt AMP Carson City concert series continues Saturday with The Novelists, Athena McIntyre
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 9:44amThe Brewery Arts Center will continues an unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City! this Saturday. Having started out strong last week with Big Bad VooDoo Daddy, the great music continues with The Novelists and Athena McIntyre.
Friday, Jan. 27: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 01/27/2017 - 5:16amFinally Friday, Carson City. January is coming to a close, and personally, I’m hoping for an early spring. Let’s enjoy the last weekend before February with some live music. Drinking with Clowns hit the Sassafras stage at 8 p.m. – get there early for dinner and a good seat. Comma Coffee can fill you up with coffee, beer, tea, and some soulful songwriting. A to Zen is open to anyone and everyone that wants an audience. Skate to your own tune at the Arlington Square Ice rink: today is the last day to glide and slide.
FRIDAY:
Vanilla Sugar plays Live at Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/26/2017 - 12:09pmAll-female, alt/electro band, Vanilla Sugar, will be performing on February 1st at Jub Jub's Thirst Parlor in Reno Nevada
The band just released their track, "Be OK" Listen HERE.
StorySongs From the Soul of the American West at the Carson City Library this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/15/2016 - 10:57amCome discover Nevada's rich natural and cultural heritage in an inspiring, interactive workshop through visual and musical storytelling.
Award-winning artists – songwriter/performer Jim Eaglesmith and nature photographer/geologist Mark Vollmer – will help you learn what rocks create the ground beneath Eagle Valley & the Carson City Library, and the life that this geology supports.
The Good Intentions and Rick Shea in Concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/26/2016 - 12:05pmThe Good Intentions and Rick Shea will perform in concert Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016 at the Silver City School House.
The event It is a fundraiser for the School House, Silver City Arts and the new outdoor venue in the Silver City Park called the Silver Pavilion.
Brewery Arts Center opens eight-show celtic series Saturday with Ryan Davidson
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/08/2016 - 3:22pmIrish-American singer-songwriter Ryan Davidson appears at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City this Saturday to open the 2016-2017 season of BAC’s popular Celtic Series.
An Afternoon with Mary Kaye Knaphus
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/05/2016 - 12:48pmMary Kaye Knaphus returns to Piper’s Opera House, Sunday, May 29, 2016 at 3:30pm. Doors open at 3:00pm.
Entertainer James Lee Reeves brings songs, bad marital advice routine to Gold Hill series
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/12/2016 - 12:43pmMusician-comedian and TV actor James Lee Reeves of the Virginia City Highlands saw Elvis Presley on TV at age 10, and decided to become an entertainer. He settled in Southern California, earned a BA in history and then pursued his love of music, acting and songwriting.
Legendary roots artist Ray Bonneville to perform for Silver City School House Community Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/23/2016 - 1:59pmRay Bonneville, a New Orleans-influenced guitarist/songwriter, will perform in Silver City on Sunday as part of a benefit for the Silver City School House.
WordWave literary festival this weekend in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/09/2015 - 12:31pmWriters, readers and performers from all around the country will appear at South Lake Tahoe this weekend for WordWave, a three-day festival held on the grounds of Valhalla at the Tallac Historic Site.
This literary mash-up features oral storytelling, theater performances and free readings, panels on craft, yoga, and a novel writing camp for kids.
Friday, July 31: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 07/31/2015 - 4:30amThe weekend has arrived and it’s bringing a plethora of activity with it. Car lovers will want to head to the Silver Dollar Car Classic at the Max Casino, known as the Carson Station just a few days ago. The Classic moves to Mills Park for the weekend. If the Mustangs and Broncos you prefer are horses, rather than Fords, you’ll want to grab a ticket to the Bull Riding Competition at the State Fair. Carnival rides, circus performances, and live music will keep everyone entertained. Make sure to catch the shuttle from the Casino Fandango parking garage: parking at Fuji Park is extremely limited. ‘Break a leg’ to the cast of Peter Pan. Youth Theater Carson City opens tonight at the Community Center.
FRIDAY: Full Moon Tonight:
- ‘Wally’s World: The Loneliest Art Collection in Nevada’ in the OXS Gallery at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
- Industrial Art at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)