Arts Council
Consort Canzona presents 'Something Old, Something New' Friday and Saturday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 5:09pmConsort Canzona, a select group of instrumentalists and singers specializing in early music, will present “Something Old, Something New” concerts this holiday season on Friday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 7, at 4 p.m., at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church, 3680 Highway 395 (just south of Best Buy) in Carson City. Admission is free, donations welcome.
Mile High Jazz Band to host 'Night Lights' holiday jazz, poetry at Carson City's Comma Coffee
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/01/2019 - 5:18pmThe Mile High Jazz Band will be joined by singers Jakki Ford and June Joplin, and by several award-winning poets and readers, for an evening of big-band jazz and poetry with a holiday theme.
Capital City Arts Initiative 'Faces and Places' Artists' Reception canceled
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 3:13pmUPDATE: This event has been canceled due to weather concerns.
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The Capital City Arts Initiative presents an exhibition, "Faces and Places" by nine northern Nevada artists in the Community Center’s Sierra Room, 851 E William Street, Carson City. The exhibition runs through February 27, 2020. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Sierra Room; the artists will give brief talks about their work at 5:30 p.m.
Winners of the Mayor's first annual Arts Awards announced Friday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/15/2019 - 2:07pmMile High Jazz Band with Jakki Ford to perform Tuesday in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 6:02pmEnjoy an evening of big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with vocalist Jakki Ford on Tuesday, November 12, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Living the Good Life Bistro, 1480 N. Carson Street in Carson City. Admission is free and donations are welcome. Dinner and late night menus are available.
Carson City's Proscenium Players Inc., take on legendary 'War of the Worlds' radio play
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 11:12amThis production is an homage to the iconic radio teleplay, "War of the Worlds." On Oct. 30, 1938, audiences across the nation tuned-in to hear the incredible account of a Martian crash-landing on earth, prompting news stories of widespread panic. Re-live the horror of the original alien invasion story, just as Orson Welles and his Mercury Theater Company had imagined it!
Carson Chamber Singers, Joyful Noise Children’s Choir present Carson City concerts Nov. 16-17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 8:18amCarson Chamber Singers, conducted by William Belcher, and Joyful Noise Carson Children’s Choir, conducted by Michelle Powers, will present Fall Concerts on Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17 in Carson City.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Nov. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 6:24pmSettling into the week as we head into Tuesday, Nov. 5, activities around the capital city include a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a Salvation Army holiday job fair, plus a grant workshop through the Nevada Arts Council, an evening showing of the 1951 film "An American in Paris" hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, pole fitness and swing dance lessons at Yaple's Ballroom and more.
Nevada Arts Council hosts November grants workshops
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 3:12pmCARSON CITY, Nevada – Artists, educators, nonprofit organizations and public institutions interested in funding from the the Nevada Arts Council are encouraged to participate in one of its free grants workshops scheduled throughout the state in November.
Nevada's Ancient Rock Art: Art for All Times presentation Nov. 6 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 6:26amOn Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Capital City Arts Initiative will present a public talk, "Nevada’s Ancient Rock Art: Art for All Times" by archeologist Pat Barker, Ph.D. The event is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors speakers’ series.
Virginia City's Comstock Museum features Mustangs in the Great Basin exhibition
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/14/2019 - 3:27pmVIRGINIA CITY, Nev. — The Comstock History Center Museum presents “Honest Horses: A Portrait of the Mustang in the Great Basin” featuring photographs by Paula Morin depicting an uncommon view of the significance of the wild horse to the Great Basin.
Carson City Symphony Opens 36th Season Sunday, Oct. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/13/2019 - 10:05amThe Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, will open its 36th season on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at 4 p.m., with an “Overture of the Season” concert at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater.
Capital City Arts Initiative to present public talk, 'Why Did You Choose Justin Favela?'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 10:34pmOn Wednesday, October 16, the Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) will present a public talk, “Why Did You Choose Justin Favela?” by Nevada Museum of Art’s curator, JoAnne Northrup. The event is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors speakers’ series and will take place at 5:30pm at the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
There will be an informal reception for Northrup preceding the event at 5pm. No tickets needed; the public is cordially invited.
'Saludos Amigos' exhibition featured at Carson City Courthouse Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 5:46pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Saludos Amigos" by artist Justin Favela at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. The exhibition is in the gallery now through Jan. 29, 2020, at the Courthouse, 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The exhibition is free and the public is cordially invited. The second-floor gallery is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
VC Outhouse races, Relay for Life, golf tournament, Oktoberfest and more: Carson City region in store for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 30th annual Outhouse Races in Virginia City, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event in Carson City, Fright Night at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, Oktoberfest at the Casino Fandango, the 26th annual 'Making a Difference' Golf Tournament and much more!
Autumn Music: Mile High Jazz Band, Jakki Ford featured Tuesday at Living the Good Life
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 2:08pmEnjoy an evening of big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with vocalist Jakki Ford on Tuesday, October 8, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Living the Good Life Bistro, 1480 N. Carson Street in Carson City. Admission is free and donations are welcome. Dinner and late night menus are available.
Capital City Arts Initiative presents ‘Saludos Amigos’
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:23pmCarson City, Nevada — The Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Saludos Amigos", by artist Justin Favela at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. Favela will install his work with community assistance from September 30 – October 4. CCAI will host an opening reception on Friday, October 4, 5-7pm; the artist will give a brief talk about his work at 5:30pm. The exhibition will be in the gallery from October 4, 2019 – January 29, 2020.
Capital City Arts Initiative debuts 'Constellation' exhibit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/18/2019 - 8:21amCARSON CITY — The Capital City Arts Initiative, also known as CCAI, announces its exhibition, "Constellation" at the Community Development Building, the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
Nine students from the University of Nevada Reno’s Bachelor of Fine Arts program have work in the exhibit. The free exhibition is available to the public from Sept. 16 to Dec. 10, 2019, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m.
Nevada Poetry Out Loud competition registration begins
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/16/2019 - 2:58pmCARSON CITY — Registration is under way for the Nevada’s 2020 Poetry Out Loud competition and high school teachers and students throughout the state are invited to get involved.
Carson City Chamber Singers begin rehearsals Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/15/2019 - 11:57amThe Carson Chamber Singers, a performing group of the Carson City Symphony Association, will begin rehearsals on Tuesday, September 17, for their 35th season. Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. under the direction of William Belcher at the Choral Room in Carson High School, 1111 N. Saliman Road in Carson City.
Memorial run, history walks, camel races, veteran resource fair and more: Carson City region gears up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 6:36pmHeading into the weekend, there’s plenty of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include an artists fair at Carson Mall, the 60th annual camel and ostrich races in Virginia City, a memorial run in Carson City, the 28th annual Oktoberfest in Gardnerville, a Veterans Resource Fair at Carson Nugget, history walks at Mormon Station Park, live comedy and more.
Joyful Noise Carson City Children’s Choir to begin Fall session Sept. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/28/2019 - 3:39pmCarson City Symphony Association announces the Joyful Noise Carson Children’s Choir will begin Fall Semester rehearsals on Tuesday afternoon, Sept. 10, 4 to 5 p.m., at the Brewery Arts Center Ballroom, 449 W. King Street in Carson City.
Story Time Adventures Returns to the Children's Museum
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/26/2019 - 11:39amThe Children's Museum's NEA, Nevada Arts Council funded Story Time program returns Sept 6, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. The program will normally be scheduled on Fridays and will be presented by Jennifer Ringwood Anderson. Ms. Anderson is a gifted and passionate story teller and Montessori specialist having taught at High Desert Montessori, Carson Montessori, and the Brendon Montessori School in Billings, New York.
For more information on specific presentations or general museum information, call 775-884-2226 or visit the museum website at www.cmnn.org.
Carson City Jazz and Beyond to auction 3 mannequins during last week of festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 5:36pmMile High Jazz Band Association announces that mannequins will be auctioned off by silent auction during Jazz & Beyond concerts. Proceeds benefit Carson City Arts and Culture Coalition's scholarship fund for a student of the arts.
Governor appoints Amanda Horn to Nevada Arts Council board
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/19/2019 - 3:44pmCARSON CITY — Gov. Steve Sisolak has appointed Amanda Horn of Reno to a four-year term on the Nevada Arts Council Board. Horn is senior vice president of communications for the Nevada Museum of Art, a position she has held since 2013.
Inaugural Open Studio Tour featured during Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 10:21amAn Open Studio Art event featuring Moongirl Studio will be presented by Mile High Jazz Band Association as part of the 2019 Jazz & Beyond Festival, and is supported by grants from the Carson City Cultural Commission, The Nevada Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts, and private donations.
Carson City, Tonopah partner for 10-month ‘Basin to Range’ Art Exchange program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 12:33pmOn Aug. 5, Carson City’s Mark Salinas and Tonopah’s Kat Galli launched a 10-month collaborative project as part of the Nevada Art Council’s Basin to Range project, which pairs urban and rural entities to “support long-term structural change in communities across Nevada through strategic planning, community engagement, and artistic design.”
16th Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival opens Friday at Bliss, Governor's Mansion
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 7:55amThe 16th Annual Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music and Art Festival kicks off Friday at Bliss Mansion, 608 Elizabeth Street from 4 to 6 p.m., and continues that evening at the Governor’s Mansion, directly across Mountain Street. The free event includes live music, art, food, and tours of the Bliss Mansion.
Capital City Arts Initiative presents 'Fast Lane, Slow Bake' exhibition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 12:03pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative presents an exhibition, "Fast Lane/Slow Bake" by artists Cyndy Brenneman and Tom Drakulich in the Community Center’s Sierra Room, 851 E William Street, Carson City.
The exhibition runs now to Oct. 24, 2019. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Friday, July 12, 5-7 p.m. in the Sierra Room, and the artists will give a brief talk about their work at 5:30 p.m.
Nevada Arts Council announces fiscal year 2020 grant recipients
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/08/2019 - 3:26pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Arts Council announced Friday the awarding of more than $1 million in statewide grants to 172 recipients ranging from individual artists to nonprofit organizations and public institutions for the 2020 fiscal year.