Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Feb. 27

Heading into the backend of the work week, events lined up Thursday include day 1 of the 7th annual International Film Festival at the Carson City Community Center, a cardio and strength connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a free information session on the legal and financial aspects of long-term care hosted by Carson Tahoe Care Center, the Carson City GOP will host a meeting to discuss precinct organization, plus trivia night at Bella Vita Bistro, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike and a lecture on women’s suffrage movement history in Nevada. Read on for details.

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Here's what's happening Thursday:

— Carson City Sheriff's Office and Chamber host meeting on drug epidemic in Nevada. 8:30 a.m. CCSO and the chamber are providing citizens an opportunity to learn about the prevalence of drugs in Nevada. Those who have no idea about black market drugs and how our youth are obtaining them should attend this eye-opening presentation. The event is free, seating is limited. The meeting is at the Carson City Chamber meeting room, 1900 South Carson Street.

— International Film Festival runs Thursday through Saturday at Carson City Community Center. All are invited to attend three days and nights of free film showings at the 7th annual Carson City International Film Festival, which runs Thursday through Saturday. Sponsored by Friends of the Carson City Library, Carson City Culture & Tourism Authority and Bob Boldrick Theater, several independent international films will be shown. The festival consists of free afternoon and evening film viewings followed by informal discussions. Showings are from 3 to 5 p.m. and evening showings begin at 6 p.m. Tickets are not needed, and everyone is invited. The Bob Boldrick Theater is located at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street, Carson City. Afternoon showings will spotlight the independently made films selected by the International Film Weekend Committee, while evening viewings will consist of award-winning, commercially-produced international films including Babette’s Feast and Mar Adentro “The Sea Inside." The competition-winning films are produced by students or independent filmmakers in the United States or abroad. Selection criteria includes awareness, diversity, understanding and craft. Email friendsinfo@friendscclibrary.org with any questions. Be part of this unique, artistic experience that celebrates film, creativity and quality.

— Explore Your Long-Term Care Options at Carson Tahoe Care Center. Carson Tahoe Care Center invites community members to attend a free information session on Thursday, February 27 at 2 p.m., on the legal and financial aspects of long-term care. During this free session, elder law attorney John Smith will be on-site to share tips and tools to help community members understand the basics of elder law and other important elements to consider as families plan for long-term care. Serving the greater Reno and Carson City areas, Smith has vast experience in elder law and long-term care planning. He understands that the financial and legal aspects of long-term care can be complex to navigate on your own, which is why he takes time to explain the not only the legal process, but what each element entails, as well. As a partner in active aging, Prestige is dedicated to helping older adults gain access to the information and support they need to live healthy, meaningful lives. Part of that mission is to help inform older adults and their loved ones on the different paths of long-term care and make sure they have the information they need to make a confident decision. For more information and to RSVP for this event, call (775) 443-4900. 1001 Mountain St, Carson City.

— Capital City Arts Initiative to present 'Impact' exhibition featuring Lake Tahoe artist Paula Chung. Daily through May 28. The Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition "Impact" by artist Paula Chung at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery in Carson City. The exhibition will be in the gallery through May 28, 2020. The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The reception and the exhibition are free and the public is cordially invited. The gallery is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Paula Chung’s Impact works address violence on sports fields, battlefields, and the streets. Through the use of medical imagery, she illustrates how violence affects us all.

— Capital City Arts Initiative presents 'Photo Finished 2020' exhibition. Daily. The Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, Photo Finished 2020, at the Community Development Building, the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. Nine students from Carson High School’s Advanced Photography program have work in the exhibit. The free exhibition is available to the public through March 26, 2020, Mondays through Fridays, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. The Carson High students include Jackie Garza, Ansley Griffin, Karla Herrera, Meagan Kiesow, Kayee Konze, Kailee Luschar, Vanessa Martinez, Haley Trost, and Valerie Wamsley. The artists are all students in Kara Ferrin’s Advanced Photography class.

— Nevada Artists Association Judged Winter Show to run through March 27. 10 a.m. Nevada Artists Association presents the Winter Show. This is a judged show presenting a wide array of entries from Northern Nevada artists. This show runs through March 27. The Gallery is located at 449 W. King Street in Carson City and is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. everyday, except Monday. Visit http://www.nevadaartists.org to see the 2020 schedule of shows and to learn more about becoming a member.

— Cardio and Strength Connection class offered through Carson Tahoe Wellness. If you've had problems with your heart, or have diabetes, a healthy lifestyle is the best way to get you feeling like you should. We've created Cardio and Strength Connection to help you develop a healthy exercise program in a safe and comfortable environment. Come join us every Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Health and Wellness Institute, Suite 250, 1470 Medical Pkwy. Cost: $10 monthly.

— Carson City Library hosts Family Storytime. 11:30 to 12:15 a.m. These are both the same and last 45 minutes. Weekly themed singing, stories, finger-plays, or art centered around a book. Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times. 900 North Carson Street.

— Qigong Tai Chi by Kathryn Bricker. 1:15 p.m. Tai Chi Easy is a mind-body practice that combines gentle exercise, breathing, self-applied massage, and meditation to activate self-healing properties. Registration required. For more information, please call Terra Maddox at (775) 445-7503, or Jacklyn Rew at (775) 445-7500. Carson Tahoe Cancer Resource Center, 1535 Medical Pkwy, Carson City.

— Muscle Powered hosts Thursday, Feb. 27 hike at Centennial Park. 3 p.m. 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. Thursday's hike is at Centennial Park, Wild Horse Trail. Meet at the back of Centennial Park, north end, across from the ballfields on Heritage Way. Thursday hikes start at 3 p.m. and are 2-4 miles with duration of about 90 minutes, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. Water and closed-toed shoes are required. Hat and poles recommended If weather conditions are bad hikes will be cancelled. Check www.musclepowered.org/calendar or Facebook. Contact the hike coordinator Jo Foster at jf.prairie@gmail.com, or 775-350-0992, call or text with questions.

— Trivia Night at Bella Vita Bistro in Carson City. 4 to 7 p.m. Get your Trivia on! We are having trivia night here at Bella Vita on Thursday’s. Bella Vita Bistro is located at the Carson Mall, 1304 South Stewart St., Carson City.

— LEGO Club for kids at Carson City Library. 4 to 6 p.m. 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. 900 North Roop Street.

— Pilates mat classes offered at the Brewery Arts Center. If you are looking to strengthen your abdomen, hips, legs, arms, as well as maintain good posture, then Pilates is for you! It also has a strong mind/body connection that gives you an low impact targeted core workout. You’ll get stronger with more sculpted muscles and gain flexibility which can give you a better sense of well being all around. Pilates is great for any fitness level or age as it can be tailored to your individual needs. Prices: $10, Drop-in, $6 class when purchased by the month or $80 for 10-pack. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center, Upstairs Ballroom, 449 W. King Street, Carson City.

— Museum lecture in Carson City to focus on women’s suffrage in Nevada. 6:30 p.m. Efforts to secure voting rights for Nevada women began as early as 1869 — just five years after statehood – but it wouldn’t be until 1914 that male voters passed the state’s women’s suffrage amendment. These actions coincided with national women’s suffrage efforts and issues and they are the subject of this month’s Frances Humphrey Lecture Series at the Nevada State Museum. Joanne L. Goodwin, a professor of history and director emerita of the Women’s Research Institute of Nevada at UNLV, will present “Nevada and the Campaign for Women’s Voting Rights,” linking Nevada’s story with major turns in the national movement and providing profiles of women who were central to the state and national campaigns. The lecture starts at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27 at the museum, 600 N. Carson St., Carson City. Admission is $8; free for museum members and children 17 and younger. Seating is limited and those planning to go should reserve their seats by going here.

— Carson City, Douglas and Washoe GOP to discuss precinct organization. 6:30 p.m. The meeting at the Casino Fandango Ballroom features Republican members of Carson City, Washoe and Douglas counties who will share their perspectives on how to build informational building blocks in local, state and federal elections. Speakers include Carol Fineberg, Field Operations Chair, Washoe County, Julie Moore, 2nd Vice Chair, Douglas County, Bepsy Strasburg, State Committeewoman, Carson City and County. RSVP at the Republican office, 1971 California Street in Carson City (775-841-1800) or see carsoncityrepublicans.com. Registration for the meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.