High octane throttle therapy and all things vintage on 2 and 4 wheels will be featured at Carson City's newest event, Legends of the West Bike and Car Fest, June 21-22.

This jubilee celebrates all things that make the open road a call to the wild side, showcasing incredible hot rods, classic cars, and plenty of motorcycles. Activities feature live entertainment, a Show and Shine, raffles, expanded cruise parade, breakfast, awards, and plenty of dining, hydration and refreshment opportunities.

The American Cancer Society Bark for Life of Carson City is a non-competitive walking event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness in the fight against cancer.

Join us for a beautiful day of Hope and help us to create a world with more birthdays!

Pre-register your dog by calling (775)445-7350 or the day of the event.

$10 registration includes a bandana and a gift bag!
Prizes, raffles, contests and local vendors will be there to share in the howlin' good time!

Saturday, June 22nd
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Treadway Park (Corner of William and Minnesota)

Verizon Wireless, the nation’s largest 4G LTE network, has announced its free June 2013 workshops. Customers are encouraged to attend the workshops if they are a new Smartphone or iPad owner or just want to learn some new tips and operating tricks. These wireless workshops have helped customers across the U.S. learn about the exclusive features of their Verizon Wireless devices and stay current with the fast-paced mobile industry.

WHEN
6/7/2013 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Apple iPhone: Getting Started
6/11/2013 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Android: Doing More

High Sierra Swing Dance Club presents its monthly dance party June 22 at the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St., Carson City. At 7 p.m., Rainer Herm will teach beginning hustle. Social dance is 8-10:30 p.m. Partners are not required. Lesson $7 for HSSDC and any swing dance club members or $10 for nonmembers; dance $7 for members of swing clubs and $10 for nonmembers. Join the club that night, and the dance is free. For information, go to www.highsierraSDC.org or call 775-629-9369.

Las Vegas artist Matthew Couper is the most recent artist to be displayed at the Nevada Arts Council’s OXS Gallery in Carson City beginning June 3. Couper came from New Zealand to explore periods of Western art history. Through what he calls painterly investigations, he said, he has discovered that history often repeats. In the series, Valley of The Dry Bones, Couper uses the established Spanish Colonial narrative traditions to discuss the space between myth, religion and art politics. The Arts Council will host an artist talk at 6:30 p.m. and a reception from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Carson City’s 50/70 All Star baseball team, is representing the State of Nevada in the inaugural national All Star tournament in Irvine, Calif.

The tournament is from July 19th thru July 26th. In order for the team to make the trip they are looking for sponsors to help pay for expenses. They are also going to have a car wash at Carson Dodge Chrysler Jeep, on June 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Any and all contributions would be greatly appreciated. All contributions need to be in by July 15. For information, contact Jay Artz at (775) 230-1170.

New vendors are currently being sought to participate in the “Red, White and Blue Barbecue” at the Carson Nugget in Carson City.

The next barbecue will be held on the Carson Street lot, across from the casino on Saturday, June 29th from 1:00 until 7:00 PM. This will be the second in a series of four “Red, White & Blue Barbecues” this summer. The barbecues are FREE and offer fun for all ages.

New vendor spots are $25 in advance. Interested parties can contact Mary Burgoon at MBurgoon@ccnugget.com.

Enjoy a casual atmosphere, original dance with friends, and have a glass of beer and a brat to boot at the Brewery Arts Center in Carosn City June 29.

Watch and get an inside look as the choreographers and company of dancers from the Sierra Nevada Ballet bring to the stage choreography from their upcoming season.

The event will be in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W King Street in Carson City. The program begins at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: $15, $20, and $25.

On your “Must Not Miss” list, is the ever-so-popular Downtown Wine Walk – held the First Saturday of every month from 1- 5pm. For just $10 (which supports the Downtown Business Association) you’ll receive a commemorative wine glass and endless reasons to stroll through Downtown sipping and tasting the afternoon away.

The Wild West returns to Virginia City on Friday, July 12th. See the early days of Nevada through the eyes of Eilley Bowers – famous “Queen of the Comstock” and Julia Bulette – Virginia City’s most beloved “working girl”. With their dislike for one another, the comedy and the drama will unfold for you on the stage of Virginia City’s Historic Piper’s Opera House.

Salon Chocolat presents its second annual Hair Show Manifesto: An Evening of Enchantment on July 13 at 177 West Proctor Street, Carson City.

Please join us for a runway show showcasing avant garde hair and makeup. We will have live entertainment by singer Ashley Kepler, with an after party to follow with DJ MO BEATZ. Ticket and raffle proceeds will go towards the Wounded Warrior Project, a charity that helps support injured service men and women.

VIP Tickets: $50 per person, $80 per couple. Tickets include runway seating, champagne, dessert and SWAG bag

The High Rock Trekkers 4X4 Club will host its 19th annual Lassen-Applegate Emigrant Trail Ride, Friday, July 19 through Monday, July 22, 2013.

This trip is open to all four-wheel drive enthusiasts including owners of stock sport utility vehicles (SUV). The 200-mile historical journey will begin near Imlay, NV and follow the same wagon train route used by Peter Lassen in 1849.

Is the stuff collecting in the garage too valuable to be thrown out? The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada will gladly take those household goods, furniture and furnishings off your hands. The Museum will hold its annual fundraising garage sale July 27 in Carson City and is looking for donated items.

Donations are being accepted now and can be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily at 813 North Carson Street. If you have items that need picked up call (775) 884-2226.

The Reno Jazz Orchestra, will present a jazz and gospel version of Porgy and Bess with the Pat Esters Gospel Choir. This will be an evening to remember! Set on the shores of Sand Harbor, this pictureqsue setting will be an ideal backdrop for the 17 piece Jazz Orchestra plus The Pat Esters Gospel Choir.

Tasting booths will line the streets on this day of pure palate indulgence, featuring the very best chefs and top wineries from the Sierra Nevada region. Explore the town, relax a bit, and treat your taste buds to delicious food samples made with local products which are paired with a local wine or brew of equal quality. Shop for handmade products sold by local vendors, take in the breathtaking sights of the town as you stroll through, and be entertained by live music and the 2nd Annual Sierra Chefs Challenge.