Family-friendly events this week around Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/07/2024 - 2:21pm
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Repeats every day until Sun May 12 2024 .
May 7, 2024 (All day)
May 8, 2024 (All day)
May 9, 2024 (All day)
May 10, 2024 (All day)
May 11, 2024 (All day)
May 12, 2024 (All day)
Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.
- Tuesday, May 7
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Baby Bookworms Storytime at the Carson City Library
For children ages 0-24 months; join in for weekly stories, songs and structured free play time from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Clear Creek Bowmen will be hosting Tuesday Night Shoots from now until August at the Carson City Archery Range, located just East of Eagle Valley Golf Course.
- Wednesday, May 8
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Grown Up and Guppies at the Carson City Aquatic Center
Head over to the Carson City Aquatics Center every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. for Grown ups and Guppies. Making the water fun for your guppy is the most important step in preparing for swim lessons. This class is designed to acquaint adult and child wild play activities and to teach very basic fundamental skills. The course is parent-driven, under the supervision of an instructor. No registration required. Class is limited to 12 adult/child pairs on a first-come first served basis. For ages 6 months to 4 years.
Storytime Wednesdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Join in for weekly storytime with an accompanying craft each Wednesday. Recommended for children ages 1 - 6. All included with museum admission.
Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.
Lego Club at the Carson City Library
For elementary school aged children. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with Lego education materials. No registration is required. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Bedtime Bears Storytime at the Carson City Library
For kids of all ages: Join us every Wednesday night for stories, songs and crafts designed to help kids wind down at the end of the day. From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, May 9
Open Play at Messy Kids Art School
Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.
Big Kid Butterflies Storytime at the Carson City Library
For children ages 1 to 5; join for weekly stories, songs and crafts. No registration is required. 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Open STEM Lab Thursdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
The STEM Classroom is open every Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. for funny educational, weekly activities. All included with museum admission. All ages welcome.
Fingerboarding Club at the Carson City Library
Enjoy doing tricks and having fun with miniature skateboards. A table will be set up with a skatepark for an hour of fnigerboarding. Fingerboards will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Open to patrons 14 and up. No registration required. From 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Join 4-H and Master Gardeners for Gardening Club happening May 9 in Carson City
4-H and Master Gardeners would like to invite you to Gardening Club. Registration to 4-H is not required for attendance. Supplies will be provided. Youth of all ages from 5-19 are welcome to attend.
- Friday, May 10
Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.
Mark Twain Days Family Story Time and Activity Workshop at the Children's Museum
Join us for a special Story Time on Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:30am for the start of the second annual Mark Twain Days in Carson City. This all ages family event is hosted by the Children’s Museum and Free to participate! We will be reading retold children’s version of “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer,” followed by a STEAM activity making and small racing paddle boats to take home! Program start promptly at 10:30am with the reading. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early.
Carson City and Virginia City gear up for this weekend's Mark Twain Days Festival
Mark Twain Days Festival is back this year, May 10-12, with some big changes. Visit Carson City approached the Brewery Arts Center and asked them to partner for the planning of the second year of the festival, which is held in honor of Mark Twain, our region’s most famous writer.
- Saturday, May 11
Annual Cops and Kids Sheriff’s Office open house returns Saturday May 11
Each year, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office hosts an open house event as a way to connect families, deputies, non-profits and more. This year the event takes place May 11 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event provides a “fun and interactive environment for kids and their families to engage with law enforcement, while also promoting positive relationships between law enforcement and the community as a whole,” according to the sheriff’s office.
Mother's Day weekend Carson City to Virginia City trains to launch 2024 V&T Railway season
This Mother’s Day weekend, the V&T Railway Commission is thrilled to announce the commencement of its train rides, offering an unforgettable experience to celebrate and cherish the special bond with Mom. On Saturday, May 11, and Sunday, May 12, embark on a journey filled with adventure, nostalgia and scenic beauty as we invite you to join us on the V&T Railway’s Carson City to Virginia City 24-mile round trip.
Chess Club for all ages at the Carson City Library
Stop by and play chess, or learn to play chess, at the Carson City Library every Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. All skill levels are welcome.
Pokémon Club Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 12:30PM-2:30PM All skill levels welcome Practice decks are available to borrow if needed.
Mark Twain Days Festival returns to Carson City May 10-12 with changes, new event partners
Mark Twain Days Festival is back this year, May 10-12, with some big changes. Visit Carson City approached the Brewery Arts Center and asked them to partner for the planning of the second year of the festival, which is held in honor of Mark Twain, our region’s most famous writer.
Mark Twain Days at Nevada State Railroad Museum
Join us and Visit Carson City as we celebrate Mark Twain Days with rides and crafts. We will also take this time to celebrate mom for Mother's day. Crafts for kids and a surprise gift for moms on Mothers day!
Free frogs workshop at Ogres-Holm Pottery
The Celebrated Jumping Frog! We are hosting a free workshop to celebrate Mark Twain Days in Carson City. May 11, 2024. We'll be teaching the workshop from Noon to 6pm. No experience necessary, kids are welcome! Firing with a clear glaze is included.
- Sunday, May 12
Mother's Day weekend Carson City to Virginia City trains to launch 2024 V&T Railway season
This Mother’s Day weekend, the V&T Railway Commission is thrilled to announce the commencement of its train rides, offering an unforgettable experience to celebrate and cherish the special bond with Mom. On Saturday, May 11, and Sunday, May 12, embark on a journey filled with adventure, nostalgia and scenic beauty as we invite you to join us on the V&T Railway’s Carson City to Virginia City 24-mile round trip.
Mark Twain Days Festival returns to Carson City May 10-12 with changes, new event partners
Mark Twain Days Festival is back this year, May 10-12, with some big changes. Visit Carson City approached the Brewery Arts Center and asked them to partner for the planning of the second year of the festival, which is held in honor of Mark Twain, our region’s most famous writer.
Annual Carson City Mother’s Day Plant Sale celebration to be held May 11 at the Greenhouse Project
The annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale is back May 11 at the Greenhouse Project in Carson City, located behind Carson High School at 1111 Saliman Road. Participants will be able to select a number of nursery plants ranging from vegetables and fruits to landscape plants, all grown specifically to adhere to our high desert climate.In addition to the plant sale, there will also be craft vendors, face painting, a raffle, and much more.
Minden Board Game Group- Carson Branch
Carson City Library in the Digitorium Sundays from noon to 3:30 p.m. All ages welcome, no registration required!
Mark Twain Days at Nevada State Railroad Museum
Join us and Visit Carson City as we celebrate Mark Twain Days with rides and crafts. We will also take this time to celebrate mom for Mother's day. Crafts for kids and a surprise gift for moms on Mothers day!
Did we miss any? Send any family-friendly event information to kelsey@carsonnow.org, or comment below!
