I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: June 30 – July 1

Independence Day isn’t until Wednesday, but the red, white, and blue celebration starts now. For a complete listing of upcoming Independence Day events and fireworks displays in the area, you can go HERE. See the trains under steam at the Nevada State Railroad and ride the rails to your heart’s content. The annual RSVP Carnival opens at Mills Park with games, rides, vendors and much more. For a family friendly evening, the Brewery Arts Center continue their free summer concert series with Celtic band, The Angry Brians tonight at 7 p.m. Read on for all your options.

SATURDAY:

• — Ascent Runs’ Tahoe Dirt & Vert Series: Creek2Peak 21 Miler - Check-in at Davis Creek Park Equestrian Parking Area, off Old 395 in Washoe Valley (runner check-in AND same day registration 5am-5:45am only - All runners, whether pre-registered or not, must check in race morning; pre-race briefing 5:50am, race begins 6am; This 10.5 mile journey to the top of Slide Mountain has over 5900′ of climbing - This is a challenging trail with some very steep and technical sections that make it difficult to run, even downhill)
• — Sierra Chef Farmers Market at Genoa Town Park, on Nixon in Genoa (8am-1pm; An assortment of fresh produce, herbs, eggs and more, crafts, and local food items and specialties)
• — Dayton Pigs Desert Cleanup – Meet at Calvary Chapel Dayton Valley: 28 Enterprise Way, Dayton (8am-10am; Get off your couch and come help drag away couches - help rid our desert of illegally dumped trash; Bring a trailer, work gloves, and water - First aid kit, eye protection, dust mask, rake, and shovel recommended, and don't wear your favorite shoes; If you bring an empty trailer and get it loaded, we'll cover the dump fees; Dayton Pigs is a community effort to rid our beautiful wild spaces of trash left behind from out-of-control illegal dumping)
• — Third and Curry Farmers Market (8:30am to 1pm; fruits, vegetables, flowers, local vendors, live music, the Muscle Powered Bike Valet and more)
• — Muscle Powered: Day Hike: Tahoe Meadows Interpretive Loop and Boardwalk trail - Meet meet along the south wall at the Carson City “north end” SaveMart (Please meet to carpool at 7:45am for a prompt 8am departure; an easy and fairly flat hike of about 4+ miles around the TMI Loop and then “down” the meadow trail to the boardwalk trail loop and back to the parking lot; wear closed toed shoes or hiking boots that might get muddy, bring water, hiking pole recommended; Dogs are allowed, but please bring a leash as this is a popular and well-used area with many hikers; contact hike leader Debbie Lane: Debbie.Lane102@yahoo.com or 775-350-9949, cell or text for more information)

How outdoorsy are you? For a fairly simple hike, join Muscle Powered on their journey along the Tahoe Meadows Interpretive Trail. For those with crazy endurance, you may want to check out the Creek2Creek 21 Miler hosted by Ascent Runs.

• — Fourth of July Weekend Celebration with the Inyo, V&T Locomotive #25, the McKeen Motor Car and the Glenbrook at the Nevada State Railroad Museum Edwards Motor Car Rides at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm; Parade of Trains 9:45am; The #25 and McKeen Motor Car will alternate runs 10:40am-4pm, Unlimited Train Ride wristband/museum admission $15 for adults, $10 for members, $9 for children 12 to 17, $5 for children 4 to 11)
• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm breakfast and unlimited bowling; $13, $8 for kids 8 and younger)
• — Home, Health, Wellness and Beauty Expo at the Carson Mall (9am-6pm; register and receive your free gift from the Carson Mall)
• — Tenth annual Sporting Clay Shoot at Carson Valley Clays: 61 China Spring Road, Gardnerville (registration 9am, shoot begins 10am; $60 includes lunch; fundraiser for the Carson Valley 20-30 Club)
• — Dayton Farmers Market at Community Roots and Shoots: 60 2nd Ave - across from Pizza Factory, Dayton (9am-1pm; able to accept WIC, SNAP, USDA Senior Citizen Coupons, cash, etc)
• — Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Rides: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/cc-vc/ )
• — Spirit of America Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm AND during the Levitt Amp Concerts 6pm-10pm)
• — True Grit Art Show in the Western Nevada College Main, Atrium and Hallway Galleries in the Bristlecone Building (10am-4pm; The True Grit Art Show features over 70 works of art made of canceled casino playing cards; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration)
• — 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)
• — 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)

With the dry weather, Northern Nevada is a classic car lover’s dream. See what rumbles into the Fourth annual Iron Rebels Car Show or enter your own labor of love. Registration fees will benefit Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society.

• — Dog Town Rescue Adoption Event at PetCo on Topsy Lane (11am-3pm; all dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped; go to www.dogtownrescue.com for adoption information and application)
• — Noon Music with CW at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm-2pm; original swing and honky tonk songs)
• — RSVP’s 26th annual Fourth of July Celebration and Carnival at Mills Park (Carnival 1pm-10pm; $5 off coupon for $30 unlimited ride wristband available at the RSVP booth; live music, great food and craft vendors, carnival rides and games for all ages; Wheelhouse Skate Expo with giveaways and skate jams)
• — Francis Humphrey Lecture Series Encore Presentation: Dominique Laxalt by Michael Fischer at the Nevada State Museum (1pm-2pm; $8 for adults, free for museum members and children 17 and younger; Lecturer Michael Fischer follows Dominique Laxalt’s life from his upbringing in the foothills of the French Pyrenees to his last days on Minnesota Street in Carson City; RSVP at www.nvculture.org/nevadastatemuseumcarsoncity/events and click on the “register here” link)
• — Fourth annual Iron Rebels Car Show at Shelton Racing and Fabrication: 3600 Challenger (1pm-10pm, awards at 4pm; $10 car entry, open to all makes, models, and years; vendors, food, drink, an hourly raffle prizes and music; Come out and celebrate the memory of Tom Shelton while supporting Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society)
• — Studio Expansion Celebration and Open House at Ogres-Holm Pottery inside the Carson Mall (1pm-3pm; Throwing Demos, Kids Projects, Snacks and Beverages)
• — Meet the Artist Reception with Charles Muench at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center: 1477 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (1pm-3pm; free admission, light refreshments)
• — Summer Saturday Family Movies series: Moana at the Minden Library: 1625 Library Lane, Minden (2pm; rated PG; movie and popcorn are free; sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library)
• — Bar BINGO at NV Ugly: 1433 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (2pm; free to play, win bar swag and drinks)
• — Fourth annual Minden Beerfest hosted by Minden Meat and Deli: 1595 Hwy 395, Minden (3pm-7pm; $50 for unlimited, responsible tasting and a commemorative glass; Live Music with Ten Dollar Pony and Mixed Company, raffle, games, food booths, and 35+ Breweries with 150+ beers on Tap)

There’s a party going on in Minden. Well, more accurately, the annual Beer Fest at Minden Meat and Deli. With offerings from over 35 breweries, you are sure to find your new favorite libation.

• — Silver City Arts Group Monthly Acoustic Jam at the Silver City School House/Community Center: 385 High St., Silver City (3pm-5pm; Bring your instruments and/or your singing voice)
• — Toast of the Canyon: Wine Tasting on the V & T Steam Train with special guests, the Nevada Civil War Volunteers: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Arrive at 4:30pm, Steam train leaves the Depot at 5pm and returns around 6pm; $25, includes snacks with a glass of white wine; call 775-291-0208 or 877-724-5007 or go to http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/toast-of-the-canyon-wine-tasting-train/ for tickets)
• — Live Music with Dale Poune at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)
• — Fundraiser for the Colleen Butler with Live Music by Jack Clifton at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm; $10 voluntary donation at the door; all door proceeds and cash tips will help Colleen pay medical-related expenses)
• — Ghost Walking Tour led by Madame Curry – Meet in McFadden Plaza at Third and Curry (7pm, please arrive 15 minutes early; $20 day of tour; This is a spirit lead, guided walking tour of the downtown district's west side historic homes and businesses; discounted advance tickets can be bought at www.carsoncityghostwalk.com)
• — Free Outdoor Community Concert: The Angry Brians with opening act, Ciana – part of the Levitt AMP Music Series on the Minnesota Street Stage at the Brewery Arts Center (vendors/food trucks 6pm, NAA Art Gallery open 6pm-10pm, concert begins 7pm; Free; Bring your own chair or use one of ours; Food trucks and bars will be available; kids activities and a bounce house but parents must stay with their children at all times; Pets on leashes are welcomed)
• — Earl Dutton Presents: A Diabetes Research Fundraiser Concert in the A to Zen ‘Zen Den’: 1803 N. Carson St. (6pm doors; 7pm; FREE to attend, Donations requested; all ages welcome; musical guests include: Canyon White, CW Bayer and Doctor Spitmore, Keith Alan Barnett, Harmony Pines, Chris Harris, Giants of Zen, Mike White, Esoteric, Alison Hoffman, Hill Country West, Alan Vaughan, Vista Stewart, Nicksic, Inside Straight, and more)

Earl Dutton is known for his concerts for a cause. Join him and his line-up of local singers and songwriters for a show that benefits Diabetes Research. All ages are invited to A to Zen for this fun collection of musicians.

• — Live Music with Reckless Envy at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)
• — Live Music with Bootleg on the Washoe Camp Saloon outdoor stage: 3155 Eastlake Blvd, New Washoe City (7pm-10pm)
• — 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)
• — Weekly Star Party with Telescope Viewing at the Western Nevada College Jack C. Davis Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave, off Murphy Drive (sundown-11pm; free to participate; star viewing by telescopes begins at sunset; Weather permitting)
• — Comedian Ryan Wingfield 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+)
• — Karaoke hosted by J and M Productions at the Spoke Bar and Grill: 3198 Hwy 50 E (8pm-12am)
• — Live Music with Escalade at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• — Live Music featuring the Nash Brothers in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• — Live Music with Blue Haven at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)
• — Live Music with Mo’z Motley Blues Band at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)
• — Live Music with Mixed Company at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (8:30pm; no cover)
• — Live Music with Deception 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)

Farewell June, and hello July. Don’t blink or you may miss the summer while you’re caught up in its flurry of activity. It’s an old-fashioned Fourth of July at Fort Churchill State Park with old-timey games, treats, and tunes. The Tahoe Symphony, TOCCATA, performs a concert of patriotic themes at St. Galls Catholic Church in Gardnerville. Discover who’s line it is when Comedy Improv masters, Rick and Laura Hall, bring the funny to the Brewery Arts Center’s Performance Hall.

SUNDAY:

• — Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride - Meet in the south parking lot of Fremont Elementary School, next to the Linear Ditch Trail (NEW START TIME: meet at 8am; ride consists of two loops 10-15 miles long each, this will allow a rider to do 10-15 miles or 20-30 miles; Riders usually split up into two groups (tortoises and hares) and each do 10-15 mile loops; 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)
• — First Sunday Breakfast at the Elks Club: 515 N Nevada (bar opens 8am, breakfast 8:30am-11am; $8)
• — Fourth of July Weekend Celebration with the Inyo, V&T Locomotive #25, the McKeen Motor Car and the Glenbrook at the Nevada State Railroad Museum Edwards Motor Car Rides at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm; Parade of Trains 9:45am; The #25 and McKeen Motor Car will alternate runs 10:40am-4pm, Unlimited Train Ride wristband/museum admission $15 for adults, $10 for members, $9 for children 12 to 17, $5 for children 4 to 11)
• — 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)
• — 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)
• — Spirit of America Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Rides: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/cc-vc/ )
• — Kids Eat Free at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• — Guided Walk of Historic Genoa - Meet at Mormon Station State Historic Park, Genoa (11am-12pm; free to attend; Mormon Station is located in the heart of the Genoa National Historic District, which encompasses over 25 structures and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Join a park interpreter for a guided walk throughout a portion of the historic district. During the approximately one-mile roundtrip walk, we will discuss the significance of the structures located along our route)
• — Bookworm Yoga with Good Elephant in the Carson City Library Secret Garden (12pm-1pm; Join us for an hour of gentle yoga in the Secret Garden. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat, towel, and some water - limited mats available; those under 9 years old must be accompanied by someone 13+ at all times; part of the Summer Learning Challenge)
• — RSVP’s 26th annual Fourth of July Celebration and Carnival at Mills Park (Carnival 1pm-10pm; $5 off coupon for $30 unlimited ride wristband available at the RSVP booth; live music, great food and craft vendors, carnival rides and games for all ages; Wheelhouse Skate Expo with giveaways and skate jams)
• — Music Jam Sunday at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (1pm-3pm; we try to keep it simple so that musicians of all ages and skill levels can participate. We welcome music of all genres and styles; Audience is welcome)

One of the best things about the tiny town of Genoa is its location. Nestled against the mountains, the afternoons are nice and shady. Relax at the historic Genoa Bar and you’ll be treated to some live music by Deception.

• — Sunday Porch Party with Live Music by Deception at Genoa Bar, Downtown Genoa (1pm-5pm; outdoor stage, fire pit, rum runner bar, and street tacos available from the Genoa Station Grill)
• — Old Fashioned Fourth of July at Fort Churchill State Historic Park on the lawn at the Fort Churchill Museum: 10000 Highway 95A, Silver Springs (1pm-3pm; traditional games, homemade toys and crafts, sweet treats from the 1800s, and live music performed by the Reno Schnitzels Oompah Band; Activities for all ages will include: sack races, three-legged races, ring toss, bean bag toss, watermelon seed spitting contest, and hand-cranked ice cream; Bring a blanket and a picnic lunch; park admission $5 per vehicle)
• — Flashback Cinema: Jaws (1975) 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)
• — Live Music featuring Laura Benitez and the Heartache at Canvas Café, Virginia City (3pm-5pm; Laura Benitez and the Heartache use the three chord tools of country music to tell the simple, unvarnished truth about love, too much whiskey, and the call of the road)
• — Kids Eat Free at the Union: 302 N. Carson St. (4pm-8pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• — TOCCATA’s SummerFest Concert: BOPS Best of Broadway-Opera-Pops and Americana at the St. Gall Catholic Church: 1343 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville (4pm; Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $5 students age 19-23. Preferred seating is $40 and $15 for Youth/students. Youth under 18 are admitted free)
• — Virginia and Truckee One-way Steam Train Ride: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 4:30pm, arrive in Virginia City 6pm; $37, seniors and veterans $35, kids 3-16 $25; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/cc-vc/ )
• — Live Music with Deep Groove at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (5pm-8pm)
• — Comedy Improv masters Rick and Laura Hall perform in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (6pm, $10)
• — Live Music featuring Adam Donald in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm)
• — Flashback Cinema: Jaws (1975) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.75 kids)

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.

My weekly Facebook list includes Friday-Thursday, so please go HERE for events beyond Sunday, or just wait for my daily ‘Things to do’ here on Carson Now. You do NOT need a Facebook account to access the information.

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