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Carson City concert series opens tonight with jazz swing greats Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/23/2017 - 5:33pmAre you ready for a Friday night dance party Carson City? The Levitt-AMP summer concert series opens tonight with jazz swing band greats Big Bad VooDoo Daddy on the Minnesota Street Stage in front of the Brewery Arts Center.
It's Your City: Levitt-AMP concert series begins this Friday with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/20/2017 - 3:15pmIn this edition of It’s Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Jeff Fast of the Brewery Arts Center to discuss the Levitt-AMP Concert Series that begins this Friday in Carson City featuring Big Bad Voodoo Daddy.
Concerts to fill summer air in downtown Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 8:25amThe streets of downtown Carson City come alive this month with the sound of music as concert series fill the summer air of the historic west side.
Legends of Celtic Harp this Saturday at the BAC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/12/2017 - 2:24pmThree of the premier Celtic harpers in the world take you on a dramatic musical journey deep into the myths, magic and fabled history of this most captivating instrument to close out this season’s Celtic Series at the Brewery Arts Center, this Saturday May 13, 7 p.m. in the BAC’s MHJ Black Box Theater at 411 West King Street.
Reno Rodeo 100 multi-media project debuts in Carson City Saturday at Governor's Mansion
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/08/2017 - 1:03pmThe Reno Rodeo 100, a multimedia project collecting stories leading up to the 100-year anniversary of the Reno Rodeo, is debuting the first storytelling event this Saturday, May 13 at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City. Tickets are available for the event, which includes short documentary films, audio stories with slides and live storytellers.
Artist Myranda Bair featured at LXS Gallery in Nevada State Legislative Building
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/01/2017 - 12:44pmCARSON CITY — Nevada’s great outdoors are not only a theme in Myranda Bair’s art, but also her life. The Las Vegas artist, whose work is now featured at the LXS Gallery inside the Nevada Legislature, is an avid rock climber, animal lover, self-proclaimed “mediocre” farmer and a natural space advocate.
Suspect Terrane featured Saturday at Brewery Arts Center MHJ Black Box Theater
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/27/2017 - 2:42pmSuspect Terrane performs an entertaining eclectic spectrum of acoustic music, drawing on the influences of bluegrass, western swing, folk, and rock, and pulling it all together with rich vocal harmonies. They will be at the Brewery Arts Center MHJ Black Box Theater, on Saturday, April 29 at 7 p.m.
Tambourines and Elephants
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/16/2017 - 11:04am“All children are artists. The problem is to remain an artist once you grow up.” — Pablo Picasso, Painter, Sculptor.
In the Fall of 2015, I was teaching to a group of high school students on the topic of creativity and innovation in entrepreneurship. As examples, I shared stories about the imaginative minds of George Lucas and Steve Jobs.
Strings in Schools 'Spring Fling' concert set for April 20 at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 12:20pmCarson City Symphony's Strings in the Schools ensembles, conducted by Laura Gibson and guest conductor Dr. Brian Fox, will present a "Spring Fling" concert on Thursday, April 20, 6:30 p.m., at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street.
Brewery Arts Center Celtic Music Series presents Richard Johnson this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 8:09amOn Saturday, April 8 at 7 p.m. in the MHJ Black Box Theater, Brewery Arts Center continues the Celtic Music series with Richard Johnson. A ballad singer and a lifelong guitarist, Richard loves songs from the American and Irish traditions, the classic melodies of the 40’s, songs from his own generation and his own original songs.
Reno artist Jen Graham featured at LXS Gallery
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/15/2017 - 8:40pmCARSON CITY, Nevada – Reno artist Jen Graham has put her own twist on a family tradition. While attending college at the University of Nevada, Reno, Graham worked exclusively in photography, but after earning her bachelor’s degree in art, she expanded her repertoire thanks to a little inspiration from her mother, an avid seamstress and quilter.
Irish and Scottish folk duo Men of Worth to play BAC on St. Patrick's Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/15/2017 - 10:34amThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1976, will present Men of Worth on Friday night, March 17 in the Black Box Theater.
Men of Worth was formed in 1986 by Scotsman Donnie Macdonald and Irishman James Keigher who came together to perform Irish and Scottish folk music, combining traditional and contemporary styles.
Downtown Business Association Wine Walk on Saturday
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/03/2017 - 6:30pmThis time next month our downtown will be in full bloom, but there’s plenty of cheer no matter what the season. The monthly Downtown Business Association’s monthly Wine Walk marches right along: rain or shine, wind or snow (or a combination of them all.) Grab your friends, a coat, and see what kind of fun blows your way.
Silver City Winter and Spring 2017 News
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/02/2017 - 3:07pmSilver City, Nevada - Silver City, a community located in Lyon County within the historic Comstock region near Virginia City, always has a busy schedule of unique arts and culture events for the public. Below are highlights of some upcoming winter and spring events.
Thursday, March 2: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 03/01/2017 - 10:50pmHappy birthday, Dr. Suess. Help celebrate the author’s legacy by reading your favorite Suessical tome. The Nevada Arts Council has been displaying Las Vegas artist, Gig Depio, in their Gallery for the last several weeks and he will be here tonight for a reception and short talk about his work. It’s S.cience T.echnology E.ngineering A.rts and M.ath night (better known as STEAM) at Eagle Valley Middle School; go see what these amazing students are up to. Sassafras welcomes Stocksmile to their stage for an evening of grungy folk punk.
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Carson Valley Pops announces spring scholarship concert
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/28/2017 - 10:27amThe Carson Valley Pops Orchestra will present an eclectic array of music and announce the 2017 Scholarship winners at their Annual Spring Concert on April 1 at 7 p.m. at the Carson Valley CIVC Hall.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Feb. 25 – 26
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/24/2017 - 6:17pmI’m keeping my fingers crossed for clear skies, but there are rumors of snow flurries. Luckily there are indoor and outdoor activities, no matter what blows our way. At the top of the list for today is Winter, Wine, Spirits, and All That Jazz at the Brewery Arts Center. Their annual fundraiser is not to be missed.
Friday, Feb. 24: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 02/23/2017 - 11:19pmEven if the weather doesn’t agree, there is a spring thaw in our midst. Carson City is picking up the pace, and there’s fun to be had all over. You’ll always find a great comedian at the Carson Nugget on Fridays: this week it’s funnyman Steve Bruner. Head to Sassafras for a fun time with Sacramento indy band, Poindexter. Tonight’s performance by the Brigham Young University's International Folk Dance Ensemble in the Community Center Theater is a special treat. Keep reading: there is so much more.
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Brigham Young University's International Folk Dance Ensemble performs in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/16/2017 - 10:12amJoin us Friday, Feb. 24, 2017, 7 p.m. at the Bob Boldrick Theater in Carson City, Nevada for Brigham Young University's International Folk Dance Ensemble.
Fortunate Stranger's At Brewery Arts Center's Celtic Series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/09/2017 - 12:47pmFortunate Strangers, a West Coast band featuring Scottish and Irish songs, will perform at Carson City’s Brewery Arts Center on Saturday, February 11, 2017 from 7:00 to 9:00pm. Featuring humorous and serious songs of love, loss, adventure, and yearning, their performance will provide a refreshing, pre-Valentine’s Day fare.
Nevada artists’ works featured during Nevada Legislative session
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/30/2017 - 1:29pmThe works of six Nevada artists will be featured at the Nevada Arts Council’s Legislative eXhibition Series (LXS) at the Nevada State Legislative Building in Carson City during the biennial session.
Friday, Jan. 27: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 01/27/2017 - 6:16amFinally Friday, Carson City. January is coming to a close, and personally, I’m hoping for an early spring. Let’s enjoy the last weekend before February with some live music. Drinking with Clowns hit the Sassafras stage at 8 p.m. – get there early for dinner and a good seat. Comma Coffee can fill you up with coffee, beer, tea, and some soulful songwriting. A to Zen is open to anyone and everyone that wants an audience. Skate to your own tune at the Arlington Square Ice rink: today is the last day to glide and slide.
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Joseph Patrick McGuire III Born May 20, 1951 - Died January 12, 2017
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/26/2017 - 9:57amBorn in Pittsburgh, PA., the second eldest child of Joseph Patrick McGuire Jr. and Sylvia Francis May, Joe spent his early childhood in and around that area, moving often due to his Father’s work.
In 1964, at the age of 13, he and his family moved to Carson City, the Capital of Nevada. It was there, playing in the school band, that Joe had discovered a love of music that would become the muse that he would follow the rest of his life.
"Journey" International Folk Dance Ensemble Performance at Bob Boldrick Theater
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/20/2017 - 12:54pmJoin us February 24, 2017 at 7:00 pm at the Bob Boldrick Theater in Carson City, Nevada for Brigham Young University's International Folk Dance Ensemble!
About the Show:
Journey is a 90-minute voyage of dance and music through the heartbeat of the world’s cultures. In this show, you will see dances ranging from Irish hard shoe, American clogging, Ukrainian Hopak, exotic Indian dances, and much more. It is a kaleidoscope of furious footwork, pulsing rhythms, live music, and authentic costumes radiating the magic from across the globe.
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Open Auditions for Proscenium Players production of 'Bus Stop'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/07/2016 - 2:09amProscenium Players, Inc. announces open auditions for their upcoming production of Bus Stop, by William Inge. Interested actors are invited to audition on December 9 or December 12 at 6:30pm or on December 11 at 2:00pm at the Brewery Arts Center in the 1864 Ballroom. Performances are slated for weekends from March 24 to April 2, 2017.
Auditions will consist of cold readings from the scripts and from sides. To request sides for your audition, please email ppicarsoncity@yahoo.com. All actors selected are expected to join Proscenium Players, Inc. as members.
Carson City Symphony's Strings in Schools presents 'This is not a Christmas Concert' Tuesday
Submitted by editor on Sat, 12/03/2016 - 3:56pmStrings in the Schools, Carson City Symphony's after-school program, presents its 7th annual "This is Not a Christmas Concert" on Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St., Carson City.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Nov. 26 - 27
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/25/2016 - 7:20pmThe turkeys have been cooked, the dishes done, and the largest shopping weekend of the year is off and running. Show some love locally during Shop Small Business Saturday. Great little shops, restaurants, and services offer something unique for those on your gift list. Gift Certificates are never a bad way to go either: who wouldn’t want a massage, a night on the town, or maybe some music lessons? Santa has returned to town and can be found at the Carson Mall or at Billow’s Embroidery. Keep reading and you’ll find some great ways to spend this holiday weekend.
Friday, Nov. 25: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/25/2016 - 6:07amSome of you will be braving the stores today, searching for the Black Friday deals. Some of you will be enjoying time with the family and friends that have come to visit. Show off our great valley with a trip to the State Railroad Museum: the McKeen Motor Car is up and running. Enjoy opening night of Pinkerton Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ at the Community Center. The Candy Cane Express in Virginia City begins its run today and is perfect for little ones. Live it up at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint tonight. Groove Session is the perfect way to kick off the weekend.
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Fall in love with the Downtown Wine Walk
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/04/2016 - 5:35pmIt’s the perfect season for a stroll downtown and the monthly Downtown Business Association’s monthly Wine Walk gives you a great reason. Grab your friends, neighbors, and a light jacket for this Carson City tradition.
Friday, Oct. 28: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 10/27/2016 - 9:54pmLet’s just call this Nevad-oween weekend. So much crazy fun awaits: whether it’s the celebration of our ‘new’ downtown, Halloween parties for kids and adults alike, or our State Museum’s 75th Anniversary. Start your day at the Museum, hang around for the downtown ribbon cutting and festivities, then join in the costumed fun as Blinky Man hits the streets. Do the time warp at the Brewery Arts Center: the Rocky Horror Picture Show Party starts at 8:30 p.m. This is going to be one amazing weekend, so let’s get this party started.