I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: April 28 -29

Hold onto your hat, Carson City, we’re in for one heck of a weekend. It’ll be cowboy hats and pioneer bonnets in Genoa for Western Heritage Day. Keep an eye out for Mark Twain, plenty of music, and fun for all. Leis are the preferred accessory for Lei Day at the Nevada State Museum where you’ll be treated to Polynesian surprises and free admission. With three local theater groups performing this weekend, you’re sure to find a performance that’s right up your alley. Read on and be prepared to be bombarded with options.

SATURDAY:     

• — Coffee and Donuts with Experimental Aircraft Association, Sierra Chapter 403 at 2500 E. College Pkwy (8am-12pm, all welcome) 
• — Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park (8am-4pm; $1 admission, kids free; Over 40 vendors with antiques, arts, crafts, jewelry, furniture, baked goods and more)   
• — Community Rummage Sale in the parking lot of Dayton Intermediate School: 315 Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton (8am-3pm)
• — ‘Let’s Sweep the Town’ Gardnerville’s annual Community Clean Up Day - Meet in the Main Street Gardnerville office parking lot at 1407 Hwy 395 North, next door to DST Coffee (8:30am-11:30am; Come out and spend the day with us sweeping, planting, painting, cleaning and picking up around downtown Gardnerville to make our town ready for Spring and Summer; BYOB –Bring your own broom, work gloves and sun hat; Coffee and snacks will be provided for volunteers)
• — Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days - all adoption fees waived at: the Nevada Humane Society, 3770 Butti Way (9am-7pm) Catmandu, 1829 Brown St (11am-5pm) Boxers and Buddies at the Topsy Lane PetCo (10am-5pm) ARGONN at the PetSmart on Fairview (10am-3pm) Lyon County Animal Services, Silver Springs (8:30am-3:30pm) Canine Rehabilitation Center & Sanctuary –CRCS, 555 Hwy 395 North, Washoe Valley (11am-4pm) The event is sponsored by Maddie’s Pet Project in Nevada 
• — Garage Sale Fundraiser for C.A.S.I. at 1229 Buzzy’s Ranch Road (9am-4pm; benefit for the Carson Animal Shelter Initiative’s ‘Critter Fixer’ program)

Spring cleaning can apply to your personal home or to your community. Clear out your bathroom cabinet at the annual Prescription Drug Roundup. Lend a hand, and broom, to the ‘Let’s Sweep the Town’ community volunteer event in downtown Gardnerville.

• — Annual Prescription Drug Roundup in Carson City and the Carson Valley (9am-1pm at the Carson City Smith’s Grocery, SaveMart, and FoodMaxx stores; 10am-2pm at the Wal-Mart on Topsy, the Gardnerville Walgreens, and the Sheriff's Substation on Kimmerling, Gardnerville) Remember, leave in original container and mark out patient’s name on bottle; Acceptable items include unused or expired prescription drugs, over-the-counter, prescription liquids, pet medications - Please bring syringes in a hard plastic or tin container for disposal; sponsored by Partnership Carson City and Partnership Douglas County
• — Recycle For Kids Day at the Carson Mall, west parking lot (9am-1pm; In honor of Earth Day, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada and ComputerCorps will be hosting a clothing and electronic recycling event; Items accepted include adult and children’s clothing, shoes, purses, bedding, towels, books, computers, hard drives, laptops, cell phones, printers, toner and more; CRT televisions, CRT monitors, mattresses, furniture and large household items will NOT be accepted)
• — Muscle Powered: Day Hike along Genoa Canyon Trail in Carson Valley – Meet at the Genoa Canyon trailhead at the end of Carson Street in Genoa at 9am, from there we will stage half the cars (This hike is for experienced, fit hikers who aren't afraid of heights. The beginning of the trail starts with a 1300 ft elevation gain and ends with a 1300 ft elevation drop. The highest elevation on the trail is 6140 ft. The trail’s first two miles includes uphill switchbacks, then continues 3 miles south across the face of the mountains, and finally back down two miles of steep switchbacks to Carson Street in Genoa; Hiking poles are highly recommended and we require at least 1 quart of water, sturdy hiking shoes, and snacks. Hats and sunscreen are also highly recommended. Dogs are welcome but must be well-behaved and under owner's control and must be leashed for the first part of the hike because we begin near residences; contact hike leaders Jo Foster at jf.prairie@gmail.com, (319) 504- 3309; or Larry Marinel at larryamarinel@gmail.com, (530) 788-6274 with any questions)  
• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm breakfast and unlimited bowling; $13, $8 for kids 8 and younger)     
• — Spring Craft and Bake Sale at Calvary Chapel Dayton Valley: 28 Enterprise, Dayton (9:30am-2pm)
• — The Metropolitan Opera: Cendrillon at the Galaxy Theater- Fandango (9:55am; $20; For the first time ever, Massenet’s sumptuous take on the Cinderella story comes to the Met) 
• — Car Seat Check-ups at the North Walmart on Market St. (10am-12pm; the Carson City Sherriff’s Office Motor Unit will check car seat installations and help educate those who use them; Stop by and say hello, learn about the latest car seats and how to install them correctly)
• — Mind, Body, and Mimosas with Meghan at the Union: 302 N. Carson (10am; $12 suggested donation; Vinyasa Flow Style Yoga; Bring your mind, body, and mat; After class, we encourage you to join us for mimosas)     
• — ‘Spring has Sprung’ Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)     
• — NAA Featured Artist Show showcasing Marisa Saenz and Vicki Kingman in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)    
• — Hawaiian Lei Day: ‘May Day is Lei Day’ at the Nevada State Museum (10am-1pm; Enjoy a lei making demonstration, hands-on activities for kids, live Hawaiian music, and hula dancers; Live performances by Ka Pa Hula O Kawaiolanoelaniokane and Matasina Polynesian Review; Admission to the museum will be free for this event)

The weather might not be as spring-like as it has been, but it will be nice enough for a hike. Join the Carson City Parks and Rec Department for a guided walk in Riverside Park and you’ll walk away an expert on some of our more pesky local plants.

• — Walk with the Weeds Guided Hike – Meet at the Riverside Park / Korean War Veterans Memorial Park: 600 Marsh Rd (10am-12pm; Join an invasive plant expert for an easy guided hike to learn how to identify and control noxious weeds and how invasive plants impact our economy and ecosystem; wear sturdy shoes; hosted by Carson City Parks and Recreation)  
• — Camp Color-Me-Great Summer Kick-off AND Community Health and Awareness Expo at the Boys and Girls Club: 1870 Russell Way (10am-2pm; Visit with community health agencies and youth-serving organizations; hot dogs and chips will be provided; Summer weekly fee is $40 per child, and Club membership is required; mandatory orientation sessions for parents beginning every 15 minutes from 10am-1:30pm)  
• — Half-off Everything at the Carson City Senior Center Thrift Shop: 911 Beverly Drive (10am-3:30pm; includes Boutique and Furniture; books are not included; benefits the Meals on Wheels Program)     
• — Genoa Western Heritage Day: Events at various Genoa businesses, Mormon Station State Park, the Genoa Courthouse Museum, and the Genoa Volunteer Fire Station (10am-5pm; All variety of daytime events are FREE - Enjoy performances by The Sierra Sweethearts, Jon and Betsy Elliott, Cowboy Poets: Larry Maurice and Tony Argento, Richard Elloyan and Steve Wade, Gary Allegretto’s Harmonica Workshop, Chris Bayer, Richard Blair, Jakota Wass, Mark Twain, Charley Parkhurst, Snowshoe Thompson, Matt Coats with Carson Valley Horsemanship and Horse Development, Native American demonstrations, Civil War Encampment, Virginia City Living Legends, hands-on Ag activities with the Douglas-Carson Farm Bureau, and Children’s Games; Evening Concert/BBQ is sold out) 
• — Opening Day featuring a performance by the Young Chautauquans at the Genoa Courthouse Museum: 2304 Main St, Genoa (10am-4pm)
• — Kid and Volunteer Sign-ups for the 29th Annual Kids' Fishing Derby at Walgreens: 1342 Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville (10am-1pm; Fishing Derby is June 3-4 at Lampe Park, open to children ages 3-12; registration and volunteer forms also available at the Douglas Co. Community Center)    
• — 47th Annual Virginia City Grand Prix (races start 10am; 1,000 racers 23 different classes 2 days - one of the largest and most competitive off-road motorcycle races in the west; no drone zone, please leave them at home) 

Find some puppy-love. Maddie’s Adoption Days at rescues and shelters across the state helps find homes for homeless critters by waiving the adoption fee; you will still need to meet their adoption criteria before you can take a fur-baby home, though. Canine Rehabilitation Center and Sanctuary in Washoe Valley has even more in store with their annual Hero and Hounds celebration.

• — Heroes and Hounds at Canine Rehabilitation Center and Sanctuary: 555 Hwy 395 N, Washoe Valley – the old Cattleman’s Restaurant (11am-3pm; Free admission, BBQ lunch $7; free microchipping for dogs and cats, low-cost vaccine clinic, demos by the Washoe County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit, live music, vendors and more; benefit for CRCS and the Truckee Meadows Firefighter Foundation) 
• — Noon Music with CW at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm-2pm; original swing and honky tonk songs)     
• — Live Music with Canyon White at the Canvas Café, Virginia City (12pm-3pm)
• — Fourth Saturday Work Days in the Heritage Park Community Gardens: 1461 Ezell St, Gardnerville (12pm-3pm; Come join us and enjoy a day outdoors improving your community and growing food for those in need. We need help on levels from beginners to Master Gardeners)
• — Carson City BMX Open House at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex: 1555 Livermore Lane (1pm-3pm; under 18 bring a parent/guardian; bring bike, long sleeve shirt, long pants, helmet; Note: you do not have to register this date. BMX membership registration is ongoing throughout the year; Our riders range from ages 3 to 63 years young, all welcome)
• — El Dia De Los Ninos – Native American Day of the Children at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada (1pm-3pm; special craft activity; museum admission: $6 ages 16-64, $4 ages 2-15, $5 seniors 65+, free for those 1 and younger)     
• — Spring Art Reception: at St. Mary's Art Center: 55 North R Street, Virginia City (1pm-4pm; free admission; featuring Paula Saponaro’s "Decades & Detours" Exhibition AND “Mountain Picassos - Basque Arborglyphs of the Great Basin” comprising 26 of these rubbings and a rare opportunity to see this amazing collection – at 3pm, Jean Earl, will discuss the unique method of preserving the carvings)
• — ‘Junie B. Jones, Jr. – The Musical’ presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (2pm; $10, $5 kids 4 - 12; a hilarious adaptation of Barbara Park’s wildly popular best-selling book series)  
• — Carson Valley LGBTQIAP and Friends Weekly Social Meet-up at Comma Coffee (2pm-4pm; Empowering support, love, and respect; all ages welcome)    
• — Meet the Author and Book Signing for 'The Nevada They Knew' by Anthony Shafton at the Dayton Valley Senior Center: 320 Old Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton (2pm-4pm; free to attend, light refreshments will be served)
• — Bar BINGO at NV Ugly: 1433 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (2pm; free to play, win bar swag and drinks)     
• — Live Music with Sandi ‘Pipes’ Medley at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)     
• —Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm)     
• — ‘Junie B. Jones, Jr. – The Musical’ presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (7pm; $10, $5 kids 4 - 12; a hilarious adaptation of Barbara Park’s wildly popular best-selling book series)  
• — Weekly Star Party with Telescope Viewing and Lecture: "Operating the 16 inch" by Red Sumner at the Western Nevada College Jack C. Davis Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave, off Murphy Drive (7pm-10:30pm; lecture at 7:30pm, limited seating; free; star viewing by telescopes begins at sunset; Weather permitting)    
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)     
• — Live Music with Reckless Envy at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)     
• — Live Music at the Washoe Camp Saloon: 3155 Eastlake Blvd, New Washoe City (7pm-10pm)    
• — Live Music: Alan Vaughan with special guest Lindsey Meyers in the A to Zen ‘Zen Den’: 1803 N. Carson St. (doors 6pm; 7pm start; $5 cover, you get $5 store credit; all ages) 

Carson Valley Community Theater will have you busting out of your bloomers with Steve Martin’s “The Underpants.” Dayton’s Misfits present the mad-cap original “The Maguffin OR What Exactly is a Toyfe?” For some family friendly musical fun, check out “Junie B. Jones, Jr.” as performed by Wild Horse Children’s Theater.

• — The Misfits Theater Group presents ‘The Maguffin OR What Exactly is a Toyfe?’ A comedy set in the 40s written and directed by Gail Gunderson at Odean Hall: 65 Pike St., Dayton (doors 6:30pm, 7pm start; $10; Call Cat at 775 443-5055 for reservations)  
• — Carson Valley Community Theatre presents ‘Steve Martin’s The Underpants’ at the CVIC Hall: 1604 Esmerelda, Minden (7:30pm; General Admission $15)  
• — Rock 'n Bowl Night at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (7pm-11pm; music and laser lights; Bowling Discounts for groups of 10 or more)     
• — Rock’n and Bowl’n at the Gold Dust West Bowling Center (8pm-11:45pm; $10-$14 includes two hours of bowling and more; disco lights, fog machine and lots of prizes)     
• — Comedian Kirk McHenry headlines at Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget (doors open 7:15pm, show starts 8pm; $15; purchase tickets at the Guest Services Desk; must be 21+)     
• — Guided Full Moon Hike at Washoe Lake State Park - Meet at the Main Boat Ramp, the third parking lot on the right (8pm-9pm, please arrive 10 minutes early; Reservations are required 775-687-4319 or e-mail washoelake@hdiss.net ; This easy walk is less than a mile in length where you will have the opportunity to listen for owls and other park wildlife. Participants should bring an extra layer, water, and a flashlight; the park entrance fee of $5 per vehicle applies to this event. Please use the self-pay station at the park entrance. Cash or check only)  
• — Karaoke hosted by J and M Productions at the Spoke Bar and Grill: 3198 Hwy 50 E (8pm-12am)    
• — Live Music with Double Shot at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)     
• — Live Music featuring the Kid and Nic Show in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)     
• — Live Music with Soul Kiss at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (8:30pm; no cover)      
• — Live Music with Mo’z Motley Blues Band at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (8:30pm) 
• — Live Music with Whiskey Train at ‘The Loft’ inside the Carson Nugget (9pm-1am)     
• — Karaoke Night at the Westside Pour House (9pm-12am)     
• — DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm-2am; no cover, 21+)   
• — DJ Dance Party at the Sage Lounge inside Battle Born Social: 318 N. Carson St. (10pm-2am; no cover, 21+; Live DJs, Electronic Dance Music) 

 
   
It’s always a perfect day for coffee. Today, however, one dollar from your large drink purchase at Dutch Brothers makes it way to our local animal shelter. After you’re adequately caffeinated, check out the Virginia City Grand Prix or maybe the Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park. The Carson City Symphony brings pianist Alexander Tutunov as a special addition to today’s concert: those under 18 are always invited to attend for free. The party is in Silver City tonight as Mike Beck takes the stage at the Silver City Schoolhouse Community Center. 

SUNDAY:     

• — Nevada Humane Society Fundraiser at Carson City Dutch Bros. Coffee locations (5am-11pm; $1 of every LARGE drink purchased will be donated to NHS)
• — Clear Creek Bowmen Archery Club annual Cancer Shoot at the Centennial Park Archery Range (8am registration, 9am start; Adults $20, Couples $30, Family $35, Youth $5, youth under 11 free; 35 3-D targets and unmarked yardage; hamburger lunch available $6; All proceeds will go to the Carson Tahoe Cancer Resource Center; For more information go to http://clearcreekbowmen.com/ ) 
• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm breakfast and unlimited bowling; $13, $8 for kids 8 and younger)     
• — Community Yoga with Allison Reitz at Comma Coffee (9am-10am; $12 suggested donation; beginners are welcome; Bring your mind, body, and mat; a limited number of extra mats will be available)     
• — Genoa Western Heritage’s Cowboy Church and Brunch at the Genoa Community Church: 182 Nixon, Genoa (9am, breakfast to follow services)
• — Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park (9am-4pm; $1 admission, kids free; Over 40 vendors with antiques, arts, crafts, jewelry, furniture, baked goods and more)
• — Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride - Meet in the south parking lot of Fremont Elementary School, next to the Linear Ditch Trail (meet at 9am; consists of two loops 10-15 miles long each, this will allow a rider to do 10-15 miles or 20-30 miles – this is a ‘no drop’ ride so no one is left behind; ride pace will vary depending on rider level, but usually about 12-16 mph; All riders must have a bicycle in safe working condition, helmet, and closed toed shoes. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to the meeting site; email Shane: shane@shanetrotter.net with any questions)     
• — Carson City BMX Racing at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex: 1555 Livermore Lane (Weather and Track Conditions Permitting; sign-ups 9am-10am $10, call/text 775-220-7111 if running late; must be USABMX member; one-day trial memberships and new rider kits available)    
• — Garage Sale Fundraiser for C.A.S.I. at 1229 Buzzy’s Ranch Road (10am-2pm; benefit for the Carson Animal Shelter Initiative’s ‘Critter Fixer’ program)
• — ‘Spring has Sprung’ Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)     
• — NAA Featured Artist Show showcasing Marisa Saenz and Vicki Kingman in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)    
• — 47th Annual Virginia City Grand Prix (races start 10am; 1,000 racers 23 different classes 2 days - one of the largest and most competitive off-road motorcycle races in the west; no drone zone, please leave them at home) 
• — Kids Eat Free at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)     
• — Live Music with Canyon White at the Canvas Café, Virginia City (12pm-3pm)
• — Family Fun and Fit Day: open gym, vendors, raffle prizes, car seat checks/installation, bounce house, face painting, and more at Tumbleweeds Gymnastics: 3633 Research Way #104 (1pm-4pm; free)
• — ‘Junie B. Jones, Jr. – The Musical’ presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (2pm; $10, $5 kids 4 - 12; a hilarious adaptation of Barbara Park’s wildly popular best-selling book series)  
• — Open House for the historic Wungnema House on the east end of Mills Park - The building is accessible by the Park entrance on Saliman Road, opposite the high school (2pm-5pm; Free; hosted by the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation:  FCCPR)  
• — Flashback Cinema: The Notebook (2004) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (2pm; $8.50 adults, $7.75 kids)     
• — Pool Tournament at Remedy’s (2pm-5pm; $5 buy-in; APA Rules)     
• — Weekly 9 Ball Pool Tournament at Whiskey Tavern (register 1pm; 2pm start; $10 per person)     
• — Carson Valley Community Theatre presents ‘Steve Martin’s The Underpants’ at the CVIC Hall: 1604 Esmerelda, Minden (2pm; General Admission $15)  
• — The Misfits Theater Group presents ‘The Maguffin OR What Exactly is a Toyfe?’ A comedy set in the 40s written and directed by Gail Gunderson at Odean Hall: 65 Pike St., Dayton (doors 1:30pm, 2pm start; $10; Call Cat at 775 443-5055 for reservations)  
• — Carson City Symphony presents Pianist Alexander Tutunov in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Community Center (3pm Lobby entertainment by Symphony Flute Duo:  Carol Grenier and Edith Isidoro-Mills, 3:15pm Concert Preview and Meet-the-soloists in the Sierra Room, 4pm Concert begins; $15 general admission, free for children age 18 and under) 
• — Kids Eat Free at the Union: 302 N. Carson St. (4pm-8pm; with purchase of adult entree)     
• — Live Music with Rock River featuring Buddy and Kim from the Buddy Emmer Blues Band in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm)  
• — Flashback Cinema: The Notebook (2004) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.75 kids)     
• — Mike Beck - Live at the Silver City School House: 385 High Street, Silver City (7pm-9pm; ticket donation $15-$25; to reserve seats, email SilverCityLive@gmail.com with number of seats and a phone number for confirmation; Mike Beck is an acoustic solo artist who regularly performs across the US and Europe, and is a regularly featured performer at The National Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering)

Every week, I create a list of the fun stuff and events going on around the Carson City area for my Facebook page, I Love Carson City. There is quite a bit to do in our beautiful capital this week, so grab the kids, your friends and family, and have a great weekend.

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