I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: March 11 – 12

What’s this? A weekend with no snow in sight? That’s the best news I’ve heard in months. Welcome to the wrestlers and swimmers who are in town for their respective tournaments: you’ll find other fun things on this list to occupy your downtime. It’s a St. Patty’s celebration in Virginia City this weekend with the parade, Rocky Mountain Oyster Fest, and Ball Buster Saloon Crawl. Bragging rights are on the line at the Sixth Annual Thirsty Boy Homebrew Competition sponsored by Just Brew It. You’ll get a sneak peek at the soon-to-open Shoe Tree Brewery if you attend the award ceremony.

SATURDAY:

• Girl Scout Cookie Sales: go to girlscouts.org/cookies to find some near you
• Seniors (55+), Military, and Veterans Swim Free at Paradise Salon and Spa: 3430 Executive Pointe, off College Pkwy (7am-5pm, except during scheduled classes approx. 8:30am-11:30am; indoor adult warm saltwater pools, no reservation required)
• Great Basin Native Artists Exhibit at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-6pm; featuring art by Ben Aleck, Topaz Jones, Jack Malotte, Melissa Melero-Moose, Topah Spoonhunter)
• EAA Sierra Chapter #403 Young Eagle Flights at the Carson City Airport (Weather Permitting; FREE; registration 8am at the Airport Terminal Building, orientation 8:30am – DO NOT BE LATE; open to ages 8-17; First-time Registration Forms are available at the event; The EAA Young Eagles program was launched in 1992 to give interested young people, ages 8 – 17, an opportunity to go flying in a general aviation airplane. These flights are offered free of charge)
• Rummage Sale at Eagle Valley Middle School: 4151 E Fifth St (8am-2pm; fundraiser for the EVMS LEGO Robotics Team)
• State Folkstyle Wrestling Tournament at the ‘MAC’ Multiuse Athletic Center: 1870 Russell Way (wrestling 8:30am-7pm)
• 2017 Junior Olympics Swim Championships at the Carson Aquatic Center (9am-7pm; finals begin at 4pm, Award Ceremony will take place following finals on all days.)
• Breakfast and Bowl at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm; breakfast and unlimited bowling until noon $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• Metropolitan Opera Live: La Traviata at the Galaxy Theater- Fandango (9:55am; $22)
• Winter Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• Annual St Patricks Day Tournament ‘Shanking the Shamrock’ at Carson Valley Golf Course, Gardnerville (10am shotgun start; $45 includes golf, cart, and Irish-style lunch)

Show some support for the great kids on the Eagle Valley Middle School LEGO Robotics Team by checking out their rummage sale today. More treasures can be found at the boutique shopping event at the Elks Club.

• Second Hand Lil Boutique Shopping Event at the Elk’s Club: 515 N. Carson St. (10am-3pm; Featuring gently-used shoes, formal wear, accessories, jewelry and other items; sponsored by the Carson City Emblem’s Club)
• Half-off Everything at the Carson City Senior Center Thrift Shop: 911 Beverly Drive (10am-3:30pm; includes Boutique and Furniture; benefits the Meals on Wheels Program)
• Early Bird Sign-ups for Carson City Pop Warner at Pizza Factory on Hwy 50 E (10am-2pm)
• Dayton Youth Football and Cheer Sign-ups next to Silverada Little League Field: 285 Dayton Valley Road, Dayton (10am-2pm)
• Free St. Patrick’s Craft and Cookie Decorating fun at Genoa Candy and Coffee in Carson Lanes (10am-7:30pm; all ages)
• Family Story time and Craft at the Carson City Library (10:15am-11:45am; MUST REGISTER online HERE; Each family will receive a free library bag and free book. Each child that is registered will get to participate in an art or science activity)
• Saturday Cinema: "High Noon" at the Minden Library: 1625 Library Lane, Minden (10:30am; Free coffee and treats will be provided; this movie is geared toward teens and adults)
• 26th Annual Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry in Virginia City (10am-4pm; various tasting tickets available $5+; Parade at 12pm)
• Ball Breaker Saloon Crawl in Virginia City (11am-5pm; $20, Your cup grants you one free beer and a variety of samples at Virginia City’s participating historic saloons. All crawl participants receive discounts on full specialty drink orders.)
• WARF Cat and Kitten Adoption Event at Petco on Topsy Lane (11am-4pm; all cats are fixed, vaccinated and micro-chipped)
• Dog Town Rescue Adoption Event at PetSmart on Fairview (11am-3pm; all dogs are spayed/neutered/vaccinated/microchipped and available for a $150+ adoption donation)
• Ava Jean Gray Fundraising Pool Tournament at Remedy’s (12pm; $10 buy-in; Double elimination, Outlaw League rules; raffle prizes; cash prize for first and second place)
• Minecraft at the Carson City Library (12pm-1:30pm; Explore worlds and build amazing things with your library's own Minecraft world; under 9 must be accompanied by someone 13+)

Kids will love the production of Annie, Jr. The Musical put on by the talented kids of Wild Horse Children’s Theater. Minecraft or a storytime with crafts are offered at the Carson Library today. If you suspect your kid has its head in the clouds, then the Young Eagle Flights at the Carson City Airport this morning may be right up their alley.

• The Wild Horse Children's Theater presents Annie Jr, The Musical in the Brewery Arts Center’s Performance Hall (2pm; General Admission $10, kids 4-12 $5)
• Just Brew It Sixth Annual Thirsty Boy Homebrew Competition at Shoe Tree Brewery: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd (3pm Awards, After-Party, and Raffle)
• Fundraiser at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (3pm-7pm; shots on sale to raise funds for the inaugural Carl Howell Memorial Music Festival on Aug. 19)
• Artist Spotlight and Reception: photographer Tanja Musselman in the Artisan Shoppe at the Brewery Arts Center (5pm-7pm)
• Date Night with Live Music at Comma Coffee (special menu, music, soft lighting, candlelight; music 6pm-8pm)
• Live Music with Catfish Carl at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)
• Minden Rotary Annual Beast Feast Dinner and Auction in the Carson Valley Inn Ballroom, Minden (5:30pm-7pm cocktails and auction, 7pm Dinner; $75)
• Live Music at Bella Fiore Wine Bar (6pm-9pm)
• Dinner Music with the GHI Jazz Trio at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (6pm-8pm)
• Live Music with Brian Lester at J’s Old Town Bistro, Dayton (6pm; Reservations recommended 775-246-4400)
• Lecture: "Stephen Hawking" by Mike Thomas and Weekly 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; Weather permitting, no viewing if it is snowing and/or there is snow on the roads)
• Rock’n and Bowl’n at the Gold Dust West Bowling Center (6pm-10pm; $10-$14; disco lights, fog machine and lots of prizes)
• BUNCO at the Dayton Senior Center (doors open 6:30pm; $20 at the door includes snacks; beer, wine, soda available; 50/50 Raffle; sponsored by Soroptimist International of The Comstock; Call Sharon 775-246-1630 for reservations)
• The Wild Horse Children's Theater presents Annie Jr, The Musical in the Brewery Arts Center’s Performance Hall (7pm; General Admission $10, kids 4-12 $5)

Your Irish eyes will be smiling at the Brewery Arts Center. The Celtic Music Series welcomes Noctambule to their Black Box Theater. Local favorite, Stereo Galaxy, makes an appearance at Living the Good Life. Flashback at the Westside Pour House with ‘I <3 the 90s’ karaoke.

• Celtic Music Series: Noctambule in the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (7pm; $20 at the door)
• Ladies Night Kickoff Party at Crossroads Loungs (7pm-close; food, drink specials, door prizes, and more)
• Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)
• Live Music with Hindsight at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• DJ Chicago Kid and Dancefloor at SlotWorld Casino (7pm-11pm)
• Carson Valley Community Theater presents ‘A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Forum’ at the C.V.I.C. Hall: 1606 Esmeralda Avenue, Minden (7:30pm; $20)
• Live Music with Escalade at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• Live Music with Whiskey Maiden in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• Karaoke with J and M Productions at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget (8pm-11pm)
• Live Music with Stereo Galaxy at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (8:30pm)
• We ❤ the 90s Karaoke Night at the Westside Pour House (9pm-12am)
• DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm; no cover, 21+)

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS 2AM SUNDAY MORNING: SPRING FORWARD ONE HOUR

If it feels like you’re moving a little slow, the time change to Daylight savings is probably to blame. Take it easy and do something fun. Check out BINGO at the Senior Center: this weekend they’re raising money for the Meals on Wheels Program. Strap on those snowshoes and head up to Spooner Lake for a guided hike. Capital City Community Band welcomes local Elementary School choirs on stage during their free ‘Salute to Young Musicians’ Concert at the Community Center.

SUNDAY:

• Girl Scout Cookie Sales: go to girlscouts.org/cookies to find some near you
• Great Basin Native Artists Exhibit at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-6pm; featuring art by Ben Aleck, Topaz Jones, Jack Malotte, Melissa Melero-Moose, Topah Spoonhunter)
• Hell or High Water Archery Fun Shoot at the Centennial Archery Range (registration 8am, 9am start; youth $6, adult $15, couple $20, family $25; lunch available $6)
• 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)
• 2017 Junior Olympics Swim Championships at the Carson Aquatic Center (9am-7pm; finals begin at 4pm, Award Ceremony will take place following finals on all days.)
• State Folkstyle Wrestling Tournament at the ‘MAC’ Multiuse Athletic Center: 1870 Russell Way (wrestling begins 9am)
• 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 only; beginners are welcome; Bring your mind, body, and mat; a limited number of extra mats will be available)
• Guided Snowshoe Hike at Spooner Lake State Park - Meet in the parking lot to the right after the driveway splits (10am-12pm; Event is free, but park entry fees apply, $7 per vehicle, Nevada residents $5; The hike is fairly easy and all skill levels are welcome. Participants should bring their own snowshoes, water and dress in layers as temperatures can vary. Leashed dogs are welcome)
• Winter Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• Free St. Patrick’s Craft and Cookie Decorating fun at Genoa Candy and Coffee in Carson Lanes (10am-7:30pm; all ages)
• Kids Eat Free at the (Firkin and) Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• Annual Pot of Gold Tournament at Carson Lanes (same day registration and player check-in before 9:30am, 10am tournament start; $25; four game 9-pin no tap; cash and raffle prizes)
• 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+)
• 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)
• The Wild Horse Children's Theater presents Annie Jr, The Musical in the Brewery Arts Center’s Performance Hall (2pm; General Admission $10, kids 4-12 $5)
• Carson Valley Community Theater presents ‘A Funny Thing Happened on the way to the Forum’ at the C.V.I.C. Hall: 1606 Esmeralda Avenue, Minden (2pm; $20)
• Story Time at Genoa Candy and Coffee in Carson Lanes (2pm)
• Capital City Community Band Presents ‘A Salute to Young Musicians’ featuring area Elementary School Choirs in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Community Center (3pm-5pm; free, but donations are greatly appreciated)
• ‘Talk Derby to Me’ Non-Skating Official's (NSO) Clinic in the Carson City Community Center Gym (5pm-8:30pm; Hosted by the Carson Victory Rollers; Learn the ins and outs of Roller Derby; We will be going over basic rules, score keeping, penalty tracking and more, followed by real live action hands on experience with several 15 minute mini bouts)
• Live Music with Jonathon “JB” Barton in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm)
• Full Moon Hike at Washoe Lake State Park - Meet at the Maze parking lot, first parking lot on the right after the fee booth (7:30pm-9:30pm; Reservations are required (775) 687-4319 or e-mail washoelake@hdiss.net ; wear warm clothing and good shoes for this three mile walk to the beach at Washoe, subject to change; park entrance fee $7 per vehicle, $5 for NV residents)

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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