Friday fun in Carson City and Beyond: Bike Week Bash, Singin' in the Rain and much more

We’re in for another gray day, but that won’t affect the fun to be had. Bike to Work Week always ends in a big bash. Head down to McFadden Plaza, even if you didn’t take the challenge personally. You’ll find live music, raffles, bike games, and too much fun. Western Nevada Musical Theater Company returns for another weekend of Singin’ in the Rain at the Bob Boldrick Theater. Antsy McClain and the Trailer Park Troubadours are waiting to entertain you at the Brewery Arts Center. There may be some balcony seating still available, but tickets are very limited.

FRIDAY, May 18: Things to do in Carson City and Beyond

• Bike to Work Day/Week        
• — ‘Supporting History’ Ninth Annual Carson City Historic Resources Scavenger Hunt: for participation packet and more info, go to http://carson.org/hrc  -This year we are focusing on columns, posts, pillars, or pedestals  
• — True Grit Art Show in the Western Nevada College Main, Atrium and Hallway Galleries in the Bristlecone Building (9am-7pm; The True Grit Art Show features over 70 works of art made of canceled casino playing cards; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration) 
• — Art Exhibit: ‘Writing from Mars’ solo exhibit by Rick Parsons at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)       
• — High School Pic[ks] 2018 in the Community Development building [formerly the BRIC]: 108 E Proctor St (8am-12pm and 1pm-4pm; featuring over three dozen artists from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Pioneer high schools)       
• — Hot August Nights Spring Fever Revival in Downtown Reno (8am-4pm; The event is FREE to the public to enjoy the sights and sounds; show-n-shines, live entertainment, food, beverage, and booths)
• — $1 Dollar Bowling and Shoe Rental Specials (9am-4pm at Carson Lanes; 9am-5pm at Gold Dust West)       
• — NEW: Muscle Powered Friday Morning Walk: Sonoma Park - Meet at 1003 Sonoma Street, corner of Sonoma and Fremont Street (9am-10am; Some elevation involved on pavement and dirt; Participants are responsible for their own transportation to the hike meeting site; All walks require closed-toed shoes and water. Hats, sunscreen and walking sticks are recommended; friendly, leashed dogs welcome)       
• — Story Time Adventures: Fun on the Farm at the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada (9:30am-10:30am; a different story with craft and play each week; museum admission: $6 ages 16-64, $4 ages 2-15, $5 seniors 65+, free for those 1 and younger)       
• — Landscape Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)       
• — Featured Artist Showcase displaying Nancy Clarke and Susan Christopher in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)      
• — CCAI Exhibit: ‘Works: Some Water Some Welded,’ with artwork by artists Susan Glaser Church and Stephen Reid in the Sierra Room of the Carson City Community Center (room open to the public during Carson City official meetings)       
• — Fourth Birthday Celebration: Kentucky Derby Style at the Eddy Street Pop-Up Vintage Market: 1235 Eddy St., Gardnerville – next to Sharkey’s (10am-5pm; equestrian-inspired event with Featured Artisan: Lady Bird’s Hatberdashery) 
• — Multi-Church Rummage and Bake Sale at St. Mary’s in the Mountains parking lot, Virginia City (10am-4pm; benefit for the restoration efforts at St. Mary’s in the Mountains, St. Paul’s Episcopal, the First Presbyterian Church, and the Comstock Cemetery Foundation)
• — Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Sierra Chapter 403 Luncheon and Chat – Young Eagles fundraiser at 2500 E. College Pkwy (11:15am-1pm; $6 Hamburger or Hot Dog, Condiments and chips are provided; all welcome)       
• — Noon Music with Dave Leather at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm-2pm; Roots music, Americana, and originals)       
• — Monthly Walkabout with Supervisor Karen Abowd; meet on the north steps of the Community Center (12pm-1pm, take a sack lunch if desired; constituents and other interested parties are invited to meet on the steps of Carson City Community Center for a stroll through the park)
• — Brown Bag Lunchtime Workshop: Wacky Weeds of the West at the Carson City Library (12pm-1pm, Bring your brown bag lunch; Got a pesky plant in your garden or backyard, bring it in and have a pro tell you about it; presented by University of Nevada Cooperative Extension University of Nevada Cooperative Extension)
• — Carson City Big Read: True Grit Book Discussion at the Stewart Indian School (2pm-3pm, tour of the grounds 3pm-4pm; Come discuss the book, "True Grit" by Charles Portis; Please Register HERE; Part of the NEA/ Carson City Big Read celebration)
• — Soldering Certification Class in the Carson City Library Capital Makers Room (2pm-5pm; Drop-ins welcome, no registration is required; A proctor will provide an introduction to soldering safety, processes, and proper techniques via a project-based certification. This will include soldering components to a circuit board; This certification is required before participating in any Soldering Workshop classes; A Premiere Library Card is required; ages 10-13 must be accompanied by someone with a Premiere Card) 
• — Beer Tasting at Cowboy Liquors (5pm-7pm; $3; featuring Ale Smith San Diego Pale Ale, Ale Smith Sublime Mexican Lager - yes the band’s beer, Coronado Early Bird, Big Sky Trout Slayer and Big Sky Shake A Day)       
• — Live Music with Catfish Carl at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)      
• — Exhibit Opening and Artist Reception for Tamia de Luna and Mechele Johnson at the Copeland Gallery: 1572 Hwy 395, Minden (5pm-7pm; all welcome, light refreshments served; sponsored by the Carson Valley Arts Association)
• — Western Round-up Carnival at Minden Elementary School: 1170 Baler St, Minden (5:30pm-7:30pm; $5 wristbands for unlimited games; dunk tank, petting zoo, raffle, and silent auction)
• — Bike to Work Week Party and Muscle Powered 20 Anniversary Celebration in McFadden Plaza: Third and Carson St. (6pm-9pm; Live Music by Hick’ry Switch; Join Muscle Powered as we celebrate the culmination of the 11th annual Bike to Work Week in Carson City; Get your raffle tickets for a chance to win some great bicycle swag, including a brand-new BIKE - courtesy of Bike Habitat; Participate in one of the events: Paper Boy Challenge, SLO-Race, Tricycle Time Trials; Or just hang out and enjoy the live music and a cold brew from The Fox or Shoetree Brewing Co.)
• — Open Mic and Jam hosted by Canyon White at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (6pm; free; all ages; Music, comedy, poetry, magic, etc.)       
• — Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm)       
• — Live Music featuring Richie Rich at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (6pm-9:30pm, Live DJ afterwards; no cover)       
• — Trivia Night at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (6pm-8pm; no cost to play, light dinner provided, play as a team or individual – prizes for the top three)       
• — Live Music featuring Brian Lester at Bella Vita Bistro in the Carson Mall: 1304 S Stewart (6:30pm-9:30pm)       
• — CC BMX Friday Night Bikes at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex (Signups 6:30pm-7:30pm, racing begins shortly after; $7 for racers; please call/text 775-220-7111 if running late; must be USABMX member; one-day trial memberships and new rider kits available)  
• — "Humor with Heart" a Concert with Antsy McClain and the Trailer Park Troubadours in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (7pm; $28 for balcony seating, highly limited; $50 VIP includes 5:30pm dinner and wine with the band in our Grand Ballroom before the show, as well as reserved seating for the performance; masterful music, storytelling and humor to give you one of the most enjoyable nights of entertainment you will ever have; purchase tickets HERE)
• — Live Music with Joey Carmon at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)       
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)       
• — Drama Club Comedy Improv in the Douglas High School Drama Room, Room 101, Minden (7pm-9pm; $10 at the door; The DHS Improv players invite you to a night of fun and laughs as they perform scenes on-the-spot from audience suggestions. If you have enjoyed episodes of Whose Line is it Anyway, you will enjoy this)
• — Karaoke hosted by Millers Entertainment at the Eleventh Frame Winners Lounge, Carson Lanes (7pm-11pm; raffle for singers; drink specials; must be 21+)
• — Rock 'n Bowl Night at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (7pm-11pm; music and laser lights; Bowling Discounts for groups of 10 or more)       
• — Steve Wariner, in support of his Back On Life's Highway Tour at Piper’s Opera House, Virginia City (7pm; $50; With hits like Weekend, Holes in the Floor of Heaven and Small Town Girl his show is sure to make you reminisce and sing along to your favorites)
• — Western Nevada Musical Theatre Presents "Singin' in the Rain" at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (7:30pm; $25-28, tickets available online at www.wnmtc.com)  
• — Comedian Jenna Kim Jones headlines at Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget (doors open 7:15pm, show starts 8pm; $15; purchase tickets at the Guest Services Desk; must be 21+)       
• — Live Music with the Greg Austin Band at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)       
• — Steel Rockin’ Karaoke at the Ponderosa Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)       
• — Live Music featuring the John Dawson Band in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)       
• — Live Music with Neapolitan at ‘The Loft’ inside the Carson Nugget (9pm-1am)       
• — Karaoke with J and M Productions at Whiskey Tavern (9pm; no cover)       
• — Dance Party with DJ BeBop at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (10pm; no cover)       
• — DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm; no cover, 21+)       
• — The Sage Project powered by the Roska Collective at the Sage Lounge inside Battle Born Social: 318 N. Carson St. (10pm; no cover, 21+; Live DJs, Electronic Dance Music)