I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Jan. 21 – 22

As this storm system moves in, it makes it difficult for list-makers, such as myself. I cannot predict which of these events will be affected or cancelled because of the snow. The show must go on for the kids of Youth Theater Carson City. ‘The Lion King, Jr.’ is in its final weekend of performances. Go treasure hunting at the Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park or at the Pop-Up Vintage Market on Eddy St. in Gardnerville. However the weather affects us this weekend, please drive safely and watch out for the slippery spots.

SATURDAY:

• Free Youth Basketball Handling Clinic at the MAC: 1870 Russell Way (7:30am-8:30am; open to all youth aged 6-18; sponsored by the Boys and Girls Club)
• Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park (8am-3pm; $1 admission, kids free)
• EAA Sierra Chapter #403 Pancake Breakfast at the Chapter Building: 2500 E. College Pkwy (8am; $5; Everyone Welcome)
• Breakfast and Bowl at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm; breakfast and unlimited bowling until noon $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• Metropolitan Opera Live: Romeo et Juliette at the Galaxy Theater- Fandango (9:55am; $22)
• Three Year Anniversary Wellness Fair and Blood Drive at Paradise Salon Spa Wellness: 3430 Executive Pointe Way (10am-2pm; featuring 21 different health and wellness professionals)

A big congratulations to Starr and Perry at Paradise Salon Spa and Wellness. They are celebrating three years at their new location with a Wellness Fair and Blood Drive. Raffle prizes, chair massages, and great information await.

• Nevada State Prison Preservation Society's general meeting in the Ormsby Room of the Carson City Sheriff's Office (10am)
• Vintage Romance at the Eddy Street Pop-Up Vintage Market: 1235 Eddy St., Gardnerville (10am-5pm)
• New Year’s Art Show and ’Road to the Future’ Exhibit in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• Arlington Square Ice Rink (WEATHER PERMITTING; Sessions 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm, 6pm-10pm; $7/$5 kids, $3 Skate Rental)
• Tales and Wags Therapy Dogs at the Carson City Library (11am-12pm; Participants can read to the dogs and will receive a free book; under 9 yrs old must be accompanied by someone 13+)
• WARF Cat and Kitten Adoption Event at Petco on Topsy Lane (11am-4pm; all cats are fixed, vaccinated and micro-chipped)
• Youth Theater Carson City presents Disney’s ‘The Lion King, Jr’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (2pm; $12 general admission, $10 seniors/students)

Snowballs or bowling balls, either one are fun to throw. The Gold Dust West Bowling Center has a Rock’n and Bowl’n good time on Saturday nights.

• Clam Bake Dinner at Pioneer Crossing Casino, Dayton (2pm-8pm; $13.99)
• Alice in Wonderland Tea Party at the Minden Library: 1625 Library Lane, Minden (3pm-4:30pm; Enjoy tea and cookies with Alice and the Mad Hatter in celebration of the 185th anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s birthday; All children aged 4 - 10 are invited)
• Live Music with Darren Senn at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)
• Star Party and Telescope Viewing at Western Nevada College’s Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave (6pm-10pm; free; weather permitting -NOT open if it is snowing and/or there is snow on the roads)
• Fourth annual Eagles and Ag Benefit Concert featuring “Woodie and The Longboards” at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center: 1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville (no host cocktails 6pm, performance 7pm-9pm; $30; Live and Chinese Auctions; hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley)
• Live Music with GHI Jazz at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (6pm-8:30pm; sit-ins welcome)
• Live Music with Brian Lester at J’s Old Town Bistro, Dayton (6pm; Reservations recommended 775-246-4400)
• Live Music at Bella Fiore Wine Bar (6pm-9pm)
• Rock’n and Bowl’n at the Gold Dust West Bowling Center (6pm-10pm; $10-$14; disco lights, fog machine and lots of prizes)
• Youth Theater Carson City presents Disney’s ‘The Lion King, Jr’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (7pm; $12 general admission, $10 seniors/students)

Laughter is the best medicine. Chase away the winter blues with Nick Josten’s Comedy Showcase at the Brewery Arts Center. Let the Giants of Zen get you grooving at the first concert of the year in the A to Zen ‘Zen Den.’

• Live Music: Giants of Zen featuring Mike Epps, CW, and special guest Wendy Revers in the A to Zen ‘Zen Den’: 1803 N. Carson St. (doors 6pm; 7pm start; $5 cover, you get $5 store credit; all ages)
• Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)
• Live Music with the Rekekah Chase Band at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• Stand-up Comedy Showcase and Open Mic with Forte' Award winner Nick Josten at the Brewery Arts Center MHJ Black Box Theater (doors 7:30pm, 8pm start; $5 at door)
• Live Music with Escalade in the Carson Nugget Sports Bar (8pm-12am)
• Live Music with Just Us at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• Live Music with the Novelists in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• Karaoke at the Spoke Bar and Grill (8pm)
• Karaoke at the Westside Pour House (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 (9pm; no cover, 21+)

Who’s ready for some football? With the Superbowl just weeks away, we need to find out who the contenders will be. The Blue Bull teams up with Kim Lee’s Sushi each year to throw a ‘Bloody Sunday’ Bash. Start out the day with a bottomless mimosa brunch or family breakfast at the Fox Brewpub. Bingo at the Carson Senior Center is fun for you and a win for the Meals on Wheels program. Today’s matinee is your last opportunity to catch ‘The Lion King, Jr.’ Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy your day, Carson City.

SUNDAY:

• 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)
• Kids Eat Free at the (Firkin and) Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• Community Yoga with Allison Reitz at Comma Coffee (9am-10am; $10 cash only; beginners are welcome; Bring your mind, body, and mat; a limited number of extra mats will be available)
• New Year’s Art Show and ’Road to the Future’ Exhibit in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• Arlington Square Ice Rink (WEATHER PERMITTING; Sessions 10am-1pm, 2pm-5pm, 6pm-9pm; $7/$5 kids, $3 Skate Rental)
• Vintage Romance at the Eddy Street Pop-Up Vintage Market: 1235 Eddy St., Gardnerville (11am-4pm)
• Bingo fundraiser for Meals on Wheels at Carson City Senior Center (doors 11:30am, 12:30pm-4pm; $10 buy in, extra packs $5, Special games $1 each; 50/50 raffle and door prizes; lunch available; must be 21+)
• Annual Bloody Sunday NFL Playoffs Party at the Blue Bull (11am-?; drink specials, free food, and fun)
• NFL Playoffs: Green Bay Packers at Atlanta Falcons (12:05pm; FOX)
• Creativity Circle at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (1pm-4pm; Bring your own art, craft, or creative project, and come create with us; all ages 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)
• Final Performance: Youth Theater Carson City presents Disney’s ‘The Lion King, Jr’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (2pm; $12 general admission, $10 seniors/students)
• NFL Playoffs: Pittsburg Steelers at New England Patriots (3:40pm; CBS)

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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