Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Feb. 8

Happy Saturday Carson City! It’s going to be another beautiful day in the capital city, so make sure the get your sunshine while you can!

We’ve got a bunch of great events in the region through the weekend, so check below!

Saturday, February 8
— 9th annual Jewelry and Chocolate Show at Carson City's Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery (all day). Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery, LLC for our 9th Annual Jewelry and Chocolate show this Saturday, Feb. 8. This year more than 8 jewelers are creating one-of-a-kind creations for you. Many, many new pieces will be on hand for you to try on and take home. The artists will be here throughout the day to meet our community and talk about their creations.

— Join congressional candidate Patricia Ackerman for coffee on Saturday. 9 to 10 a.m. at Mom and Pops Diner, 224 S. Carson St. Congressional candidate Patricia Ackerman will be at Mom & Pops Diner in Carson City. Meet, talk and have a cup of coffee with Patricia. All Nevada residents are invited to attend and bring your thoughts, ideas, and concerns to share.

— Muscle Powered hosts Saturday hike at V&T Trail. 9 to 11 a.m. Meet at the dirt parking lot opposite Murphy Dr. on Combs Canyon Parking area at trailhead. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City. Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building.

— Guided snowshoe hikes with a ranger on the Carson Ranger District. 10 a.m. at Tahoe Meadows, one mile southwest of the summit of Nevada State Route 431 Mt. Rose Highway. The Carson Ranger District on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest is pleased to announce the return of the popular Forest Ranger-led snowshoe walks. The walks begin this Saturday, Jan. 25, and will be offered every Saturday through March 28.

— Nevada State Museum continues 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint with weekend activities for kids. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 600 N. Carson St. As part of its celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint — Mint 150 — the museum is hosting Kids Minting Days on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 8-9. Children 17 and younger are admitted for free and each child will receive a commemorative copper medallion memorializing the Mint’s 150th anniversary.

— Carson City's Junior Victory Roller Derby Team raising funds to head to LA. 8 to 11 p.m. at Westside Pourhouse, 110 W. Telegraph St. Our adult team is working on behalf of the kids on Saturday by hosting a 21 and older fundraiser at Westside Pourhouse. We will have Jell-O shots and merchandise for sale at their weekly karaoke from 8p-11p, so please stop by. Our first scrimmage of the season will be Sunday. You can come support the cause while watching live roller derby. Both juniors and adults will be playing in separate matches. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m.

— Carson City Fire stairclimb event to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. 1 p.m. at the Fox Brewpub, 310 S. Carson St. Carson City Fire Department will be hosting a fundraiser to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society on Saturday, Feb. 8, beginning 1 p.m. at The Fox Brewpub in Carson City, join your city’s firefighters in supporting a worthy cause! Donations can also be made online at carson.org/stairclimb.

— AAUW Capital Branch's 20th annual Feast of Chocolate. 1 to 3 p.m. at the Carson Plaza and Event Center, 211 E. 9th St. Advanced tickets: $20. Tickets day of event: $25. Come sample an abundance of delicious chocolate desserts prepared by the award winning Culinary Arts program from Carson High School, Red's Old 395, John Hurzel from A Catered Affair, Save Mart North and Raley's Carson City.

— Kids Cooking Classes at Sierra Chef. 1 to 3 p.m. at 2292 Main Street Suites 3 and 4 in Genoa. Kids of all ages are welcome to join in a cookies and candy making class on Saturday, Feb. 8. $55 per person, please arrive on time for class.

— Bently Heritage Estate Distillery's 1st Anniversary Party. 6 to 8 p.m. at 1601 Water St. in Minden. Please join Bently Heritage as they raise their glasses and toast to the first year, celebrating the occasion with live music and more!

— Carson City Parks, Rec and Open Space to host Full Moon Hike. 6:30 p.m. on the south end of Prison Hill. The Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department will host its February Full Moon Hike this Saturday on the South end of Prison Hill. The hike will be a glow stick adventure featuring the "Snow Moon," Ghost Rock and plenty of beautiful terrain.

— Father-Daughter Dance. 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Douglas Community and Senior Center, 1329 Waterloo Ln. in Gardnerville. This event will be one you don’t want to miss out on. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased in person at the Douglas Community Center.

— The Legendary Cab Calloway Orchestra to play at the Carson City Community Center . 7 p.m. at 851 E. William St. The whole audience will be bouncing and swaying to the irresistible rhythm. Everybody singing HI-DE-HO! They’re echoing the King himself, Cab Calloway, as he thrusts his baton into the air, and in his Zoot Suit, jumps, twirls and signals to the band to begin another joyous chorus.

— Rock N' Bowl Saturday at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center. 7 to 11 p.m. at 4600 Snyder Ave. Have your own bowling party with family and friends! We turn up the tunes & turn on the party lights every Friday and Saturday. Great discount for groups of 10 or more. We have 3 Restaurants to choose from along w/ a full Bar, Slot Machines, Classic Billiards & an Arcade! Order food from Wally’s Pizza, Johnny Rockets or Alley's Diner for delivery right to your table in the Lanes, Lounge or Billiards!

— Sierra Music Society presents The Fabulous 50s. 7:30 p.m. at 780 Del Monte Ln. in Reno. The concert lasts one-and-a-half hours and will feature a vast selection of music including Folk, Country, Jazz, Rock and Roll, International, as well as Love Songs and the famous Dean, Frank & Sammy (Rat Pack). There will be sheets of “Fun Facts” handed out to attendees which will enhance the performance. Plan to laugh, reminisce and be transported back in time to a different era in America as you enjoy the classics.

— Karaoke on Saturdays featured at Y-NOT Saloon. 8 to 11 p.m. at 152 E. Long St. Saturday night karaoke at the Y-NOT Saloon 152 E. Long St. in Carson City. Karaoke by Jeff Stevens from 8 to 11 p.m. come one come all come sing and have a great time.

— One Way Street to perform at Living the Good Life. 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at 1480 N. Carson St. One Way Street back with new material and a guaranteed rockin' good time! Come enjoy the band with live music, food and drinks for the whole night.

Sunday, February 9
— Muscle Powered to host Carson City bike ride this Sunday. 9 a.m. Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd, Carson City in the south parking lot, next to the Linear Ditch Trail. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City. Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building.

— Sweetheart Doubles Tournament. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center, 4600 Snyder Ave. The fun, favorite and annual house tournament has returned! The cost is $40 per couple for three games at a nine-pin format. Enter for a chance to win cash and prizes. There will be plenty of food and drink specials too!

— Nevada State Museum continues 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint with weekend activities for kids. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 600 N. Carson St. As part of its celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint — Mint 150 — the museum is hosting Kids Minting Days on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 8-9. Children 17 and younger are admitted for free and each child will receive a commemorative copper medallion memorializing the Mint’s 150th anniversary.

— 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.

— NRA's Refuse to Be A Victim Seminar. 1 to 5 p.m. at Battle Born Ammunition and Firearms Inc., 4630 US Highway 50 in Carson City. The National Rifle Association’s award-winning crime prevention and personal safety seminar, Refuse To Be A Victim®, will be held Sunday February 9th 2020 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at Battle Born Ammunition & Firearms Training Room. 4630 US Highway 50 E Unit 7 Carson City NV 89701

— Tibetan Heart Yoga. 2 to 4:30 p.m. at Carson City Yoga. Tibetan Heart Yoga is a powerful blending of Tibetan and Indian wisdom and movement traditions. The Tibetan Heart Yoga practices work through application of both inner and outer methods.

— First Take Rocks to play at Max Casino. 3 to 7 p.m. at 900 S. Carson St. First Take Rocks! Hits the stage in the Cabaret Lounge inside Max Casino. Let's dance the night away to the amazing sounds of the 50's.