I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Dec. 10 – 11

Brace yourself, Carson City. We could be in for some wet and windy weather this weekend. The more adventurous of you will be participating in the Be Bold, Run in the Cold ‘Run with Rudolph’ 5/10K near Western Nevada College. If you’d rather be indoors, the Carson Mall is hosting a Holiday Craft Fair, and at noon will celebrate the grand opening of Ogres-Holm Pottery. Celebrate a Country Christmas with Mary Kaye and the Kaye Sisters in Genoa or get your Celtic fix at the Brewery Art Center with a performance by County Clarke. Read on for local fun for young and the young-at-heart.

SATURDAY:

• Seniors Swim Free at Paradise Salon and Spa: Executive Pointe off College Pkwy (7am-5pm, except during Zumba class 9am-10am; 55 and older; indoor adult warm saltwater pools)
• Nevada Artists Association Art Exhibit featuring Jenny Schnabel at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-6pm)
• Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park (8am-3pm; $1 admission, kids free)
• Coffee and Donuts with EAA Sierra Chapter 403 at 2500 E. College Pkwy (8:30am-12pm, all welcome)
• Run With Rudolph 5 or 8K - Eighth Annual Be Bold, Run in the Cold Winter Trail Series presented by Ascent Runs: begins at Western Nevada College - head south toward the baseball field and then down to the lower lot. Look for blue truck and pop-ups (race begins 9am; same-day registration $25, students $15 - cash or card only; All runners, whether pre-registered or not, must check in race morning; Walkers are welcome)
• Breakfast and Bowl at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm; breakfast and unlimited bowling until noon $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• Metropolitan Opera Live: L'Amour de Loin at the Galaxy Theater- Fandango (9:55am; $22)
• Family Fun Saturday: Pines are Fine and Holiday Crafts at the Nevada State Museum (10am-3pm, all ages welcome; Museum admission $8, under 18 free)
• Pet Pictures with Santa to benefit CASI at Benson’s Feed and Tack: 2750 Hwy 50 East (10am-2pm; Pictures are $15, includes 4x6 printed copy and a digital copy to share)

Don’t let your four-legged friends miss out on a chance to meet Santa. Benson Feed and Tack is hosting a fundraiser for CASI and will let you make memories with your fur baby. The Future Farmers of America are collecting pet items for the less fortunate today, so drop off your clean, gently used items if you know Rover is getting a new leash or pet bed for Christmas.

• Santa at the Galaxy Theater – Fandango (10am-2pm)
• Carson City Santa Train at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Trains leave every half hour 10am-3pm; Train rides $5, children 3 and under who sit in an adult's lap are free; Refreshments, including hot cocoa, available for purchase; raffle)
• Cookie Decorating for kids at Genoa Coffee and Candy in Carson Lanes (10am-7pm; one free cookie for kids 10 and under)
• Arlington Square Ice Rink (Sessions 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm, 6pm-10pm; $7/$5 kids, $3 Skate Rental)
• Visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the Black Bear Diner in Max Casino (10am-2pm; say hello and donate slightly used clothing, can foods and monetary donations to assist local families in need this holiday season. Donate goods and receive a Free Cub Meal good for a child 12 years of age or under. One Free Cub Meal per paying adult, please)
• Holiday Craft Fair at the Carson Mall (Vendors 10am-5pm; Santa photos 10am-6pm)
• Annual Nevada Day Art Show at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery in the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• Pictures with Santa at Carson City Pediatric Dentistry: 4530 S. Carson St. #5 (10am-1pm; everyone welcome)
• Olde Time Christmas Santa Parade and Food Drive in Downtown Carson City’s Telegraph Square has been canceled. Santa will be at the Rocking and Rolling Store at Telegraph Square, however, beginning at 11 a.m.

Where’s Santa? Try the Galaxy Theater, Debug Computers, Black Bear Diner, Carson Mall, Carson City Pediatric Dentistry, the Brewery Arts Center Artisan Shoppe, Bradway Properties, and of course, aboard the train at Nevada State Railroad Museum. Join in the Santa Parade in downtown Carson City and stick around for some hot chocolate.

• Swim Class for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the Carson City Aquatic Facility (11am; $4)
• Carson High FFA Donation Drive for Pets in front of Carson High School (11am-3pm; beds, toys, treats, food, blankets, food and water bowls needed. Please bring only clean items for donation)
• Dog Town Rescue Adoption Event at PetSmart on Fairview (11am-3pm; all dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped)
• WARF Cat and Kitten Adoption Event at Petco on Topsy Lane (11am-4pm; all cats are fixed, vaccinated and micro-chipped)
• Christmas Concert with the Douglas High Dynamics Singers at the Greenhouse Garden Center: 2450 S. Curry (11am-12:30pm)
• Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Ogres-Holm Pottery inside the Carson Mall (12pm-1pm; pottery demos and refreshments)
• Free Picture with Santa in the Artisan Shoppe at the Brewery Arts Center (12pm-3pm; one photo per family)
• Pictures with Santa and Gift Drive at Bradway Properties: 1000 N. Carson St. (1pm-4pm; Bring an unwrapped gift or gift card for a senior or a child and receive a free photo with Santa; Donated gifts go to Friends for All and Toys for Tots)
• ’Elf Jr. The Musical’ presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (2pm; $10, $5 kids)
• Santa Claus at Debug Computers: 1817 N. Stewart St, #30 (2pm-4pm, first come first served; free, but $5 recommended donation to ‘Holiday with a Hero’ for photo)
• Children's Holiday Crafting at the Douglas County Library: 1625 Library Lane, Minden (3pm-4:30; supplies provided; sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library)

Kids will have fun at the Nevada State Museum as Family Fun Saturday offers holiday crafts and a program about pine cones. Decorate some cookies as festive as they are delicious at Genoa Coffee and Candy in Carson Lanes.

• A Cowboy Christmas featuring Mary Kaye and the Kaye Sisters in the historic Genoa Town Hall, Genoa (5pm Pre-concert dinner -Chili and Baked Potatoes with all the fixins; venue doors open at 5:30pm, 6:30pm start; Tickets with dinner: $35 adults, $25 kids; concert only: $20 adults, $15 kids 12 and under)
• Live Music with Dale Poune at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-pm)
• Nevada Christmas: music and light display at 1176 Chaparral Ct., Minden – off Stephanie Way (5:30pm-10pm, no show if raining; donation drive for Austin’s House: food, money, gift certificates; please do NOT block or park in driveways)
• Candy Cane Lane: custom outdoor drive-thru Christmas light display at Carson Valley Inn, Minden (6pm-9pm; Accompanying music can be heard by tuning your car radio to 89.9 FM)
• Lecture: ‘The Tesla Story’ by Mike Thomas and Star Party at Western Nevada College’s Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave (6pm-10:30pm; lecture at 6:30pm, limited seating; free, star viewing by telescopes begins at sunset; no viewing if it is snowing and/or there is snow on the roads)
• Rock N Bowl at the Gold Dust West Bowling Center (6pm-10pm)
• Live Music with Stephine Kulla at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. (6pm)
• Live Music with GHI Jazz at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (6pm-8pm; sit-ins welcome)
• Live Music with Brian Lester at J’s Old Town Bistro, Dayton (6pm; Reservations recommended 775-246-4400)
• Live Nativity Scene on the front lawn of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church: 1837 Mountain St (6pm-8pm)

The First United Methodist Church is hosting its annual ‘Road to Bethlehem’ Living Nativity this weekend. Let the car heater keep you warm as you witness the scene of Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus in the manger.

• The Road to Bethlehem: A Living Nativity at the First United Methodist Church – Drive through entrance is at Division and King Streets (6:30pm-8pm; non-perishable food will be collected; For more information go to www.carson1umc.org or call the church at 882-1436)
• ’Elf Jr. The Musical’ presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (7pm; $10, $5 kids)
• Carson Valley POPS Orchestra Winter Concert with the Voices of the Sierra in the CVIC Hall: 1606 Esmeralda Avenue, Minden (doors 6:30pm, 7pm start; free, donations appreciated)
• Celtic Music Series: County Clarke at the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (7pm; $20 at the door)
• Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)
• Live Music with Hindsight at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)

Don’t miss out on the last weekend of ‘Elf Jr. –The Musical.’ You’ll find the talented kids of Wild Horse Children’s Theater at the Brewery Arts Center.

• Annual Santa Pub Crawl in Downtown Reno (crawl 7:30pm-3am; $5.50 for crawl cup and map; 12pm-9pm Cups Sales table at the Silver Legacy Hotel Registration desk; all proceeds go to local schools)
• Live Music with 8 Track Maniacs at the Eleventh Frame Winners Lounge, Carson Lanes (8pm-12am; must be 21+)
• Live Music with the Boogie Daddies in the Carson Nugget Sports Bar (8pm-12am)
• Live Music with Escalade at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• Live Music with the John Dawson Band in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• Karaoke at the Westside Pour House (8pm)
• Karaoke at the Spoke Bar and Grill (8pm)
• Dance Party with DJ R Styles at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (9pm)
• DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm-2am)

In just two short weeks it will be Christmas Eve. Treat the kids to some quality time with Family Day at A to Zen or at the final performance of ‘Elf Jr. – The Musical.’ Let the Carson City Symphony get you in the spirit of the season at the 33rd Annual Holiday Treat Concert in the Community Center. Bring an unwrapped toy and you’ll get in for free to the Carson Victory Rollers’ annual ‘Season’s Beatings Red and Green Scrimmage.’ Keep reading for some great ways to spend the day.

SUNDAY:

• Nevada Artists Association Art Exhibit featuring Jenny Schnabel at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-6pm)
• Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park (8am-3pm; $1 admission, kids free)
• 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; 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)
• Breakfast and Bowl at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm; breakfast and unlimited bowling until noon $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• Community Yoga with Allison Reitz at Comma Coffee (9am-10am; $10 cash, first class only $5; beginners are welcome; Bring your mind, body, and mat -a limited number of extra mats will be available)
• Carson City Santa Train at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Trains leave every half hour 10am-3pm; Train rides $5, children 3 and under who sit in an adult's lap are free; Refreshments, including hot cocoa, available for purchase; raffle)
• Cookie Decorating for kids at Genoa Coffee and Candy in Carson Lanes (10am-7pm; one free cookie for kids 10 and under)
• Holiday Craft Fair at the Carson Mall (Vendors 10am-5pm; Santa photos 10am-6pm)
• Santa at the Galaxy Theater – Fandango (10am-2pm)
• Arlington Square Ice Rink (Sessions 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm, 6pm-9pm; $7/$5 kids, $3 Skate Rental)
• Bingo fundraiser for Meals on Wheels at the Carson City Senior Center (doors 11am; 12:30pm start; $10 buy in, $5 extra pack, $1 specials; Must be 21+)
• Barony of Fal Dare, Amtgard Live Action Role Play Plus Combat Group at Mills Park, at the end of Oxoby Loop (12pm-4pm; Foam sword fighting, crafts, classes; child-friendly, under 18 must have a waiver signed by their parents; newcomers welcome, for info email FalDareMonarchy@gmail.com )
• Family Day at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (1pm-4pm; live music, art, stories, legos, and more)
• Intro to Washoe Lake: slide show presentation in the Park Office at Washoe Lake State Park (1pm, please arrive 15 minutes early; $7 per vehicle admission, $5 with Nevada ID)
• Raiders Booster Club at the Eleventh Frame Lounge in Carson Lanes (vs the San Diego Chargers; 1:25pm; food/drink specials; supervised kids under 21 welcome)
• Weekly Pool Tournament at Whiskey Tavern (register 1pm; 2pm start; $10 per person)
• Pool Tournament at Remedy’s (2pm-5pm; $5 buy-in; APA Rules)

Team up with Muscle Powered for a morning ride around Carson City. Meet up at Fremont Elementary by 9 a.m. if you want to get a jump on those New Years’ Resolutions. For a break from the hustle and bustle of the season, head to Comma Coffee for a relaxing yoga class.

• Auditions for PPI’s production of ‘Bus Stop’ in the Brewery Arts Center Ballroom (2pm; auditions will be a cold reading from the script, bring a theater resume if you have one; All actors selected are expected to join Proscenium Players, Inc. as members)
• ’Elf Jr. The Musical’ presented by Wild Horse Children’s Theater in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (2pm; $10, $5 kids)
• Big Screen Classics: From Here to Eternity at Galaxy Theater- Fandango (2pm; $8.25 adults, $7.50 kids)
• Carson City Symphony’s 33rd Annual Holiday Treat Concert with the Carson City Symphony Chorus, Carson High Chamber Choir, and Victorian Dancers at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (Pre-concert entertainment with Consort Canzona at 3pm in the lobby; concert 4pm-6pm; $15 general admission, free for children age 16 and under)
• Season’s Beatings: Carson Victory Rollers’ Annual Red vs. Green Fundraising Scrimmage in the Community Center Gym (doors 4:30pm, seating limited; Jrs scrimmage 4:45pm, Adults 6:30pm; Ugly Sweater Contest between bouts; Admission is $5 OR a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots)
• Remembrance and Candle Lighting Service at Walton’s Funerals and Cremations (5pm; for anyone in the Northern Nevada community who has lost a loved one. The service will last about an hour and a half and everyone is welcome)
• Christmas Spaghetti Feed with Santa at the Mark Twain Community Center: 500 Sam Clemens Ave, Dayton (5pm-7pm; sponsored by Sheriff Antinoro and the We Care program)
• Gingerbread Social and Silent Auction at Piper’s Opera House, Virginia City (5pm-8pm; free admission; Gingerbread Charity Auction to benefit Virginia City High School’s Music Program; no host bar, treats, raffle)
• Connected Comedy Night at Connected Naz Nazarene Church: 3569 US Highway 50 E (5pm-6:30pm)
• Nevada Christmas: music and light display at 1176 Chaparral Ct., Minden – off Stephanie Way (5:30pm-10pm, no show if raining; donation drive for Austin’s House: food, money, gift certificates; please do NOT block or park in driveways)
• Candy Cane Lane: custom outdoor drive-thru Christmas light display at Carson Valley Inn, Minden (6pm-9pm; Accompanying music can be heard by tuning your car radio to 89.9 FM)
• Annual World Wide Candle Lighting for all our lost children with Compassion Friends in the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center Lobby: 1535 Medical Parkway (potluck and ornament exchange 6pm-8pm, candle lighting 7pm; For more information, please contact the chapter leader, Tom Schwartz at 775-461-0362 or at info@tcfcarsoncity.org )
• The Road to Bethlehem: A Living Nativity at the First United Methodist Church – Drive through entrance is at Division and King Streets (6:30pm-8pm; non-perishable food will be collected; For more information go to www.carson1umc.org or call the church at 882-1436)
• Big Screen Classics: From Here to Eternity at Galaxy Theater- Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.50 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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