Nevada Humanities
Exhibition, reception featuring Nevada artist Gig Depio featured at Carson City Courthouse
Submitted by editor on Tue, 10/02/2018 - 1:40pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, Americana with Cadmium Orange, by artist Gig Depio at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery, featuring a reception this Friday, Oct. 5 at the Carson City Courthouse.
Nevada Historical Society lecture explores legacy of George Gershwin
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 1:07pmWhen the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra held its very first concert fifty years ago, it played the music of the iconic American composer George Gershwin.
As part of its Reno Philharmonic Exhibition Lecture Series, the Nevada Historical Society will welcome guest lecturers Dr. Mark Clague and Timothy Freeze, both musicologists, who take on the topic, “Gershwin’s Legacy.”
Shifting Paradigms: A Capital City Arts Initiative Nevada Neighbors talk set for Wednesday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/17/2018 - 8:24amOn Wednesday, Sept. 19, the Capital City Arts Initiative will present a talk by artists and writers Andreana Donahue and Tim Ortiz. Their illustrated talk, "Shifting Paradigms" is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors series and will take place at 6 p.m. at the Union, 302 N Carson St, Carson City.
Things to do around Carson City on Saturday, Sept. 15
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 09/14/2018 - 7:21pmIf the work week flew by for you, then you will want to be sure to catch some of the events occurring in our area before the weekend passes you by. It's already Saturday, Sept. 15, so don't waste any more time.
Changing Colors: Big-band jazz and poetry featured Tuesday at Carson City's Comma Coffee
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/09/2018 - 8:52amThe Mile High Jazz Band with vocalist Jakki Ford will be joined by seven poets and readers for "Changing Colors," a lively evening of big-band jazz and poetry. The event will be on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 7:30-9:30 p.m., in the courtyard adjacent to Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson Street.
Chautauqua of Annie H. Martin at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/24/2018 - 11:26amChautauquan Cindy Southerland will portray “Annie H. Martin: The First Woman to Head a U.S. Treasury Facility, the Assay Office at Carson City” at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 29 at 6:30 pm.
Literary Enthusiasts of All Ages Will Take to the Streets of Reno for the Fifth Annual Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/22/2018 - 3:45pm“Open a New World,” the fifth annual Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl, will take place Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., featuring an exploratory afternoon and evening of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry readings, as well as panel discussions, book signings, and workshops.
Chautauqua of Virginia City Watchman Alex Coryell at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/12/2018 - 2:08pmChautauquan Deke DiMarzo will portray Watchman Alex Coryell: Virginia City Police Department 1873 to 1891 at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
The Wind Calls
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/05/2018 - 1:49pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "The Wind Calls", at the Community Development Building [the Brick], 108 E. Proctor Street in Carson City.
Nine University of Nevada, Reno students have work in the art exhibit. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Friday, Sept. 7 from 5–7 p.m. The free exhibition is available to the public through Oct. 9, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and 1-4 p.m.
"The Wind Calls" includes work by Mahedi Anjuman, Nicki Bracco, Mark Combs, Teal Francis, Hannah Huntley, Gwaylon Leaf, Frances Melhop, Ally Messer, and Carla Miller.
Chautauqua of H.F. Dangberg, Sr. at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/25/2018 - 5:04pmChautauquan and noted local historian Michael Fischer will portray “Heinrich Friedrich Dangberg, Sr.” in a free presentation at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday, August 4, at 10 a.m.
Chautauqua of Stagecoach Robber Black Bart at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 07/15/2018 - 2:10pmChautauquan Larry Lippmann will portray notorious stagecoach robber Black Bart at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, July 18 at 6:30 pm.
Chautauqua of P.T. Barnum at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 07/08/2018 - 12:40pmChautauquan Doug Mishler will portray circus showman P.T. Barnum at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m.
Carson City organizations among 27 Nevada Humanities 2018-2019 grant recipients
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/29/2018 - 12:36pmNevada Humanities is pleased to announce that 27 grants totaling over $104,500 were awarded to fund humanities programs across Nevada, including four in Carson City area.
Young Chautauquans featured at Carson Valley's Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/21/2018 - 5:52pmYoung Chautauquans of the Douglas County Historical Society will present “Home Means Nevada” at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, June 27, at 6:30 p.m.
Column: Las Vegas the next Nevada capital?
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 06/10/2018 - 1:07pmI let out a hearty chuckle the other day as I read a chapter from the book, "Stories from the Sagebrush: Celebrating Northern Nevada at the Millennium," written by Don Cox and published in 1999 by the Nevada Humanities Committee.
History Comes to Life at Great Basin Young Chautauqua Showcase
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/04/2018 - 12:02pmRENO — Nevada Humanities celebrates the 26th anniversary season of Great Basin Young Chautauqua with the Great Basin Young Chautauqua Showcase.
Chautauqua of John Steinbeck and Star Party at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/03/2018 - 3:36pmChautauquan Tom Lorentzen will portray American author John Steinbeck at 6:30 p.m., followed by stargazing with the Astronomical Society of Nevada at 9:00 p.m., on Wednesday, June 13 at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
Things to do on Tuesday: Books, bikes, trivia and trails
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 05/15/2018 - 6:15amCarson City is in the midst of the NEA’s Big Read, with True Grit by Charles Portis at the designated book. Julie Buntin’s tome, ‘Marlena: A Novel,’ is the chosen Nevada Reads book, and Nevada Humanities has brought the author here for a discussion and reading. Find Ms. Buntin at the Nevada State Library and Archives at lunchtime or hear her thoughts at the Minden Library this evening. Keep an eye to the skies if you’re interested in today’s Muscle Powered hikes; they will walk on the indoor track at the Multi-purpose Athletic Center if it’s rainy.
Lunch-Time Book Discussion at the State Library
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/09/2018 - 8:59amYou're invited to a public book club discussion about the opioid epidemic with insights obtained from Marlena: A Novel, the 2018 pick for Nevada Reads.
“Nevada Humanities is thrilled to welcome this young author of the enthralling novel Marlena to Nevada. Julie Buntin puts a human face on America’s opioid epidemic through the struggles and escapades of her character Marlena,” said Christina Barr, Executive Director of Nevada Humanities.
Haven't read the book? No worries! We'll discuss ideas, themes, and aim for understanding.
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
12 -1 pm
Nevada Humanities Presents Author Julie Buntin in Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 6:20pmNevada Humanities will welcome author Julie Buntin at a series of events throughout Northern Nevada during the month of May. Ms. Buntin is the author of Marlena: A Novel, the 2018 pick for Nevada Reads — a statewide, public book club. Nevada Reads invites Nevadans to read selected works of literature and to come together in their communities to share the ideas and perceptions inspired by the book club selections.
Carson City Symphony features Pianist Alexander Tutunov this Sunday
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 7:47amThe Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, will feature pianist Alexander Tutunov on Sunday, April 29, 2018, at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater. Dr. Tutunov will perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3.
CCAI High School Pic(ks) 2018 Exhibition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 9:48amThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "High School Pic(ks) 2018" at the Community Development Building, also known as the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
Thirty-two artists from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Pioneer high schools have work in the exhibit. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Tuesday, April 24, 5 – 7pm. The free exhibition is available to the public from April 15 – July 9, 2018, Mondays - Fridays, 8am – noon and 1-4pm.
Nevada Neighbors: Choices, Chances, and Changes
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/01/2018 - 10:27pmOn Wednesday, March 14, the Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) will present a talk by Carson City’s Arts & Culture Director Mark Salinas.
His illustrated talk, "Choices, Chances, and Changes," is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors series and will take place at 6 p.m. at the Union restaurant, 302 W. Proctor St in Carson City.
There will be an informal reception for Salinas preceding the event at 5:30 p.m. No tickets needed; the public is cordially invited.
Elvis, Marilyn, and the Space Aliens: Nevada Screen Icons featured at Tuesday night talk
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/13/2018 - 1:06pmTonight, Tuesday, Feb. 13, the Capital City Arts Initiative will present a talk by author and long-time film reviewer, Robin Holabird. Her illustrated talk, Elvis, Marilyn, and the Space Aliens: Nevada Screen Icons, is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors series and will take place at 6 p.m. at the Community Development building, the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
ART from WNC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/30/2018 - 10:58amThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "ART from WNC," at the Community Development Building (the Brick) 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. Eleven student artists from Western Nevada College, Carson City, have work in the exhibit. The free exhibition is available to the public now through April 12, 2018; the building is open Monday - Friday, 8am – noon, 1-4pm.
"ART from WNC" includes a wide variety of art including graphic design, drawing, photography, and watercolor painting that show the diversity of the students’ creativity.
CCAI 15th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraiser
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/30/2017 - 12:08pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative is delighted to present its 15th Anniversary Fundraiser and art silent auction at The Studio @ Adams Hub. CCAI will host the celebration, Friday, November 3, 5-7pm at the Hub, 177 W Proctor Street, Carson City. No tickets are needed to attend the party.
Vegas Culture on the Rise
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/01/2017 - 9:41pmOn Wednesday, October 18, the Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] will present a talk by curator Michele Quinn. Her illustrated talk, "Vegas Culture on the Rise", is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors series and will take place at 7pm at the Community Development building [the Brick], 108 E Proctor St, Carson City. There will be an informal reception for Quinn preceding the event at 6:15pm. The presentation and reception are free, and the public is cordially invited.
Chautauqua of Governor John Sparks at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/20/2017 - 12:05pmMichael E. Fischer will portray the tenth governor of Nevada, John Sparks, at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 23, at 6:30 pm.
Tahoe Clarity
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:05pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] presents its exhibition, "Tahoe Clarity", by artist Dylan Silver at the Community Center’s Sierra Room. CCAI will host a free reception for the artist, Tuesday, August 15, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room. The exhibit will be in the gallery from July 7 – November 9, 2017. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City.
Chautauqua of Major Ormsby and Lucky Bill at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/02/2017 - 2:37pmIn a one man show, Chris Bayer will portray both Major William Ormsby and Lucky Bill Thorington in “The Major and the Gambler” at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 9, at 6:30 pm.
Major William Mathew Ormsby was born in 1814 in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. Ormsby was a teamster, failed horse dealer, citizen at large, visionary and one of the most important figures in the founding of Nevada and its capitol, Carson City. He was killed in 1860 during the Pyramid Lake Paiute uprising.