Famed country rock band at Silver City, early Carson City history, live comedy and more this weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Nevada Artists Association New Year’s Show, and there’s a historical Curry family presentation at the Nevada State Museum. Famed country rock band I See Hawks in L.A. perform at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse on Saturday. Combined with live music at Bella Vita Bistro, there’s plenty to do and see around the state capitol. Read on for more.

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Here's a rundown of activities over the next three days:

Friday, January 10
— Carson City Library 2020 Winter Reading Challenge (all day). From Jan. 5-18, Winter Reading Challenge participants read a total of 14 hours, with extra raffle tickets earned for each hour of above-and-beyond reading. Prizes are also earned for registration and completion, and participants track all of their reading time in a simple app.

— Carson City area Christmas tree recycling and curbside pick-up schedule (all day). There are several easily accessible Christmas Tree Recycling Programs provided by various government entities throughout the Northern Nevada region, so that your loved tree can be recycled in a safe and productive manner. Click the link to find out how, when and where you can recycle your tree!

— Nevada Artists Association New Year's Show. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 449 W. King St. NAA presents its New Year's Show with 124 entries by member artists. Additionally, water colorist, Melanie Walters and potter, Nancy Brownrigg are our Featured Artists and have their exhibits on the back wall of the Gallery. These shows run through February 14. The Gallery is located at 449 W. King Street and is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. everyday except Monday. Visit the link to see the 2020 schedule of shows and to learn more about becoming a member.

— Elizabeth Tully at Comma Coffee. 12 to 2 p.m. at 312 S. Carson St. Local singer and songwriter Elizabeth Tully will perform at Comma Coffee in Carson City on Friday, Jan. 10. Tully will be quite a live experience you don’t want to miss!

— Experience Virtual Reality at the Carson City Library. 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at 900 N. Roop St. Join us every Friday from 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm to experience Virtual Reality! Using the latest technology, Virtual Reality allows you to experience new places and situations in a computer simulated world. Discover what it’s like to see dinosaurs up close, view art from around the world in a single museum, or blast alien ships in a virtual world. Must have waiver signed.

— Live music Friday at Carson City's Bella Vita Bistro features local musician Bill Wharton. 4 to 7 p.m. at 1304 S. Stewart St. Bill Wharton is an amazing, established, local musician, vocalist who will be appearing at Bella Vita Bistro in Carson City for your listening pleasure this Friday, Jan. 10. If you've never had the opportunity to catch one of his performances around the Carson Valley, now is your chance.

— Open Mic Night at A to Zen Gift Shop. 6 to 9 p.m. at 1803 N. Carson St. Open Mic Night is held at A to Zen Gift Shop on the Zen Den Stage. All talents, creative projects welcome. Come practice being on stage. There will be music, comedy, poetry, magic, and more. All ages and skill levels welcome.

— Carson City Parks, Rec and Open Space to host Full Moon Hike. 6:30 p.m. at the Wild Horse trailhead located at the North end of Centennial Park. Registration begins at 6 p.m. and are encouraged to register ahead of time. The Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department will host January's Full Moon Hike on the Wild Horse Trail this Friday, Jan. 10. Not only will the hike feature some wild horses and the "Wolf Moon" it will also be a celebration of Carson City's first Winter Trails Day.

— Hindsight to perform at Casino Fandango. 7 to 11:45 p.m. at 3800 S. Carson St. Known for high-energy dance-till-you-drop R&B, hip-hop, jazz and even your occasional country favorites, the Hindsight Band excites a crowd like no one else! From private parties to nightly casino hotspot entertainment, Hindsight Band is a local favorite that entertains audiences of all ages. This dynamic band combines a wealth of musical talent to perform soulful Motown medleys down to Frank Sinatra’s Fly Me to the Moon.

— Rodger Lizaola at the Carson Comedy Club. 8 p.m. at the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson St. This Friday Night, Comedian Rodger Lizaola will be headlining The Carson Comedy Club! Lizaola has opened up for comedy legend David Brenner, Eddie Brill, Louis CK, Theo Von, & Mike Epps!

— Ev Musselmen to perform at Living the Good Life. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at 1480 N. Carson St. Let’s party like we know how Carson City! Ev Musselmen will bring some funk and flair to Living the Good Life Nightclub Bar and Bistro on Friday, Jan. 10. It’s a rockin’ event you don’t want to miss!

Saturday, January 11
— Carson City Library 2020 Winter Reading Challenge (all day). From Jan. 5-18, Winter Reading Challenge participants read a total of 14 hours, with extra raffle tickets earned for each hour of above-and-beyond reading. Prizes are also earned for registration and completion, and participants track all of their reading time in a simple app.

— Carson City area Christmas tree recycling and curbside pick-up schedule (all day). There are several easily accessible Christmas Tree Recycling Programs provided by various government entities throughout the Northern Nevada region, so that your loved tree can be recycled in a safe and productive manner. Click the link to find out how, when and where you can recycle your tree!

— Gilded Hearts Class at the Brewery Arts Center. 10 a.m. Learn a new technique for creating the look of Gold Leaf Gilding. In this class we will use simple materials to create the look of dimensional gold leaf. Then we will tangle and embellish for glimmering results that you will love!

— Museum's 'Mint150' celebration tips hat to Carson City founding Curry family. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. The Nevada State Museum is offering a step back into Carson City’s history on Saturday, Jan. 11, complete with a presentation from the city’s founding family. It was in January of 1870 when the doors of the Carson City Mint were opened to the public by its first superintendent — and Carson City’s founder — Abe Curry.

— Nevada Artists Association New Year's Show. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 449 W. King St. NAA presents its New Year's Show with 124 entries by member artists. Additionally, water colorist, Melanie Walters and potter, Nancy Brownrigg are our Featured Artists and have their exhibits on the back wall of the Gallery. These shows run through February 14. The Gallery is located at 449 W. King Street and is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. everyday except Monday. Visit the link to see the 2020 schedule of shows and to learn more about becoming a member.

— Saturday Beginning Wheel Throwing at Ogres-Holm Pottery. 1 to 4 p.m. at 1215 S. Carson St. The Ogres of Ogres-Holm introduce you to clay in this 6-week open start class, including open studio time, is designed to get you started. It’s a great way to relax on a Saturday afternoon. $175 for 6 weekly sessions or $45 drop ins.

— LEGO Club at the Carson City Library. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 900 N. Roop St. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with LEGO Education materials. Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.

— Carson Mall to host Bingo night to benefit Pop Warner Cheer Squad. 5 to 8 p.m. at 1313 S. Carson St. Carson Mall will be sponsoring a Family BINGO night for the pop-warner cheer squad to go to Nationals! The event will take place on Saturday, Jan. 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. Refreshments will be able to be purchased. Prizes include gift cards, gift baskets and more.

— Legendary Country Rock Band 'I See Hawks in L.A.' to Play at Historic Silver City Schoolhouse. 7 p.m. at 385 High St. in Silver City. I See Hawks in L.A., “The house band for the hippy diaspora," to play exclusive Northern Nevada show January 11, 2020 at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse Saturday, Jan. 11.

— Saturday Night Star Party at Western Nevada College. 7:30 to 9 p.m. at 2201 W. College Pkwy. The Jack C Davis Observatory hosts free star parties on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month year round, starting at 7:30 p.m. (except when there is snow on the roads). The evening starts with a lecture on one of numerous topics and concludes with guided star viewing by one of our astronomers. Mike Thomas lectures 2nd Saturdays and Dr. Tom Herring lectures on Saturdays.

— Saturday Night at Living the Good Life. 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. at 1480 N. Carson St. Let’s get out and dance Carson City! Celebrate a cool Saturday night with live music, tasty food, drinks and plenty of fun!

Sunday, December 12
— Carson City Library 2020 Winter Reading Challenge (all day). From Jan. 5-18, Winter Reading Challenge participants read a total of 14 hours, with extra raffle tickets earned for each hour of above-and-beyond reading. Prizes are also earned for registration and completion, and participants track all their reading time in a simple app.

— Carson City area Christmas tree recycling and curbside pick-up schedule (all day). There are several easily accessible Christmas Tree Recycling Programs provided by various government entities throughout the Northern Nevada region, so that your loved tree can be recycled in a safe and productive manner. Click the link to find out how, when and where you can recycle your tree!

— Muscle Powered Sunday Bicycle Ride. 9 a.m. Meet at Fremont Elementary School in the South parking lot next to the Linear Ditch Trail. All riders must have a bicycle in safe working condition, a helmet, and closed toed shoes.

— Community Yoga at Comma Coffee. 9 to 10 a.m. at 312 S. Carson St. Get up and get a stretch at Comma Coffee on Sunday. A yoga session will be held for interested attendees looking to start the morning off on a high note!

— Nevada Artists Association New Year's Show. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 449 W. King St. NAA presents its New Year's Show with 124 entries by member artists. Additionally, water colorist, Melanie Walters and potter, Nancy Brownrigg are our Featured Artists and have their exhibits on the back wall of the Gallery. These shows run through February 14. The Gallery is located at 449 W. King Street and is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. everyday except Monday. Visit the link to see the 2020 schedule of shows and to learn more about becoming a member.

— Dayton Wedding Faire this Sunday at Mark Twain Community Center. 12 to 4 p.m. at 500 Sam Clemens Ave. in Dayton at the corners of Rowan Gulch and Six Mile Canyon. We're bringing our very own bridal faire to Dayton this Sunday, Jan. 12, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Mark Twain Community Center. We will have several vendors there to chat with you and to help you get started on your wedding planning. Free admission, free parking and raffles, too. Vendor participation is free.