Arts and Entertainment

Experience Northern Nevada's finest jazz musicians and the Reno Jazz Orchestra present the music of the Thad Jones and Mel Lewis Orchestra.

Powerhouse New Orleans “Folk Rock Diva” and gospel artist, Lilli Lewis, performs a soul-stirring matinee at 2:30pm on Sunday, Nov. 13 following the weekly “Saints and Sinner’s Brunch” at Nashville Social Club in Carson City.

Silver City Holiday Artisans Festival brings fine arts and crafts, music, and holiday food and drink for your enjoyment! Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Save the date! On December 4, 2022 Silver City Preservation Society presents a day of art, music, food and drink in the beautiful Historic Silver City Schoolhouse at 385 High St. Silver City, Nevada. Located in the foothills of the Virginia range just three miles south of Virginia City on Hwy 341/342 Silver City is a destination or a lovely stop over on your tour of the Comstock Historic District.

Local Children's Book Author Monica Marcinko is looking to spread Holiday Cheer with her book " I Want To Be An ELf." Considerations of venues, schools, day care centers, nursing homes.

" I Want To Be An Elf" was inspired by a true story and is appropriate for children of all ages, and just may have adults believing in the magic of Christmas again!

For More information email: Elflinetosanta@gmail.com

Mile High Jazz Band will perform “Livestreamed and Kicking!” on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., broadcast from A to Zen, 1803 N Carson Street in Carson City on facebook.com/milehighjazz. The program presents big-band jazz with vocalist Jakki Ford.

Come celebrate your Veteran's Day at Bella Vita Bistro. Great selection of food and drinks, service is prompt and friendly, and the best music around. Bill salutes our Veterans, having huge respect for those that have served. If you are looking for the special place to hang out, Bella Vita is the place to be for the total package.
#thankyouforyourservice.

On Sunday November 13 at 1 p.m., Wylder Resort Hope Valley continues its Eastern Sierra history series with a 50 minute slide show “Going for the Gold, Lake Tahoe and the Olympics."

With "reflection" as its theme, the Carson City Photo Club unveiled its winning photos in October as part of its monthly photo competition.

Channel your inner northern European or think back to colonial America as you create ceramic tankards to hold your favorite ales and beers for years to come. Ogres-Holm Pottery Studio in Carson City is partnering with The Beer Studio for the Tankards with a Twist workshop Friday, Nov. 11, at the studio in the Carson City Mall.

Debbie Lambin of MyThousandWords book sculptures will be sharing something special in book sculpting small items like ornaments! Debbie was the 2019 Artown poster artist and has been featured on PBS “ArtEffects” and several other media publications. Her works can be found in Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery in Carson City and many other locations throughout the country!

Elves and twinkling lights, hot chocolate and hot cider, Christmas cookies and candy canes, gift bags and magical memories await the lucky passengers on the Virginia Truckee Railroad Holiday steam trains that depart from the original 1870 depot in Virginia City, Nev.

The Virginia & Truckee Railroad hosts a new murder mystery wine train event on Saturday, Nov. 5 and again Nov. 12, departing at 5pm from the original historic 1870 depot in Virginia City, NV. Enjoy a beverage and light snack while you guess "who done it" with the "Fun Time Players."

The community is invited to attend Western Nevada College’s Dia de los Muertos, a traditional Mexican celebration that honors deceased loved ones and/or their heroes with an altar decorated with their pictures and favorite foods, on Thursday, Nov. 3 on the Carson City campus.

Carson Tahoe Health Auxiliary is presenting "A Happy Thanksgiving Dinner" on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at the Governors Mansion in Carson City.

Alice Cazenave, a London-based photographic artist, will offer a cyanotype workshop for adults on Saturday Nov. 5, 1:30 p.m. at the Silver City Schoolhouse at 385 High Street, Silver City, Nev.

Join us for the Nevada Day Show Artists Reception and Awards Presentation on Sunday, Nov. 6 from 2-4Pm. Over 135 entries in all categories by Northern Nevada Artists. This is the 72nd annual Nevada Day Show presented by the Nevada Artists Association. We are located at 449 W. King Street in Carson City.

Actors in the upcoming performances of The Great Gadfly Murder Mystery are busy perfecting their roles this week in anticipation of the debut of the play this weekend.

Wylder Hotel Hope Valley is pleased to announce the return of its popular speaker series on Eastern Sierra History, Sunday, Nov. 6, with an entertaining presentation, Tales Along El Camino Sierra.

Inspired by her own enthusiasm and current social issues, Ubon Edmond’s painting exhibition, "From the Heart" presents a colorful look at her world both real and imaginary.

Touring singer-songwriter Tyrone Wells, and his band, will enliven The Swan Music Hall at Nashville Social Club on Wednesday, November 2 at 7:30 pm. Beloved for his heart-stirring lyrics and masterful blend of soul, folk and rock, his legions of fans are thrilled to have him return to Northern Nevada as part of his “Somebody to You” Tour.

Happy Nevada Day, Carson City! Here are photos of Saturday's festivities. Scroll and click on each photo to enlarge.

Monday, October 31, Brother Dan will feature keyboardist/songwriter Eric Henry Andersen. A founding member of Reno band The Novelists, the casual chat and jam format will give audiences a close-up view into his life and career.

The Nevada Day Show is in full swing started on October 23rd in celebration of Nevada Day. The following are the winners for this special show.

Come to the Nevada Artists Association located at 449 W. King Street, Carson City, NV to see some incredible artists and maybe do some holiday shopping too!

The Gallery is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 12-4pm.

Attention musicians! The Carson City Symphony, conducted by David Bugli, will begin rehearsals for the 39th annual Holiday Treat Concert on Wednesday, November 2, 7:00 to 9:15 p.m., at the Carson High School band/orchestra room, 1111 N. Saliman Road in Carson City.

All aboard the Halloween Fairy Tale Express! The Carson City Railroad Association, in partnership with Wild Horse Productions, are bringing back the Halloween train ride at Mills Park in Carson City for Nevada Day weekend!

Carson City is abuzz about the hottest ticket for kicking off Nevada Day and Halloween on Friday, October 28. Nashville Social Club is celebrating its first annual Nash Bash with dancing and carousing, featuring The Smokehouse Gamblers, a fan-favorite Americana rock band from Sonoma County.

The Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space department invites the community to join us for our 6th annual Carson City BOOnanza. This event attracts over two thousand kids and their families each year and is a safe and fun way to celebrate Halloween.

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) will be held Saturday November 5, 3-6 pm at Heritage Park in Gardnerville.

The event is sponsored by Main Street Gardnerville, Douglas County Parks
and Recreation and the Carson Valley Arts Council.

The Capital City Community Band will present its annual Nevada Day concert at 2:00 P.M., immediately following the parade, on Saturday, October 29 in the Capital Amphitheater.

Silver City, Nevada - Alice Cazenave, a London-based photographic artist, will offer a free introductory chemigram workshop for adults on Wednesday October 26 at 6pm at the Silver City Schoolhouse at 385 High Street, Silver City, Nevada 89428.