I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: July 28 - 29

Yeah, it’s hot out there, but it’s the area happenings that are sizzling. The Carson City Fair at Fuji Park offers a plethora of entertainment for all ages including tractor pulls, a carnival, and farm animals. Under the shade of the Mills Park cottonwoods, you’ll have all day to peruse the varied vehicles in the annual Run Whatcha Brung Car Show. The sun will come out tomorrow, but it’s the stars that are coming out tonight for the free Levitt Amp Concert at the Brewery Arts Center. Bet your bottom dollar that Aileen Quinn, the title actress of the 1982 musical ‘Annie,’ and her band ‘The Leapin’ Lizards’ can get you on the dance floor. Read on for all this weekend’s fun.

SATURDAY:

• — Carson City Fair with Safety Day and Day of Service at the Fuji Park Fairgrounds (6am-10pm; a fun, family-friendly county fair celebrating youth and agriculture with youth livestock exhibits, vendors, music, entertainment, food, wares, tractors, carnival rides and more thru Sunday; 6am-11am Elks Club Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall $6; 8am-10pm Exhibit Hall open; Youth Round Robin Showmanship; 8am-7pm Engine and Tractor Displays, Antique Cars and Trucks, and Robert Foster’s Antique Scales; 9am-12pm Safety Day activities; 11am Tractor Parade, 12pm Tractor Pulls; 11am-10pm Carnival, family fun and vendors; free live music on the grass 12:30pm-8pm; 1pm-4pm Day of Service; 5pm-7pm Youth livestock auction; 8pm David John and the Comstock Cowboys Concert in the Arena $15; Free transportation available on the JAC Bus, Parking and shuttle bus available in the parking lot of Topsy Lane Walmart)
• — Muscle Powered Day Hike: Tahoe Rim Trail, North from Spooner Summit to the saddle of Snow Valley Peak - Meet at the Hwy 50 Park-and-ride, west of Hwy 395, at 7:30am (We will cancel if it rains or is too smoky on the morning of the hike; plan on approximately six hours for the hike once we have arrived at the trailhead; a strenuous hike for experienced, fit hikers only - this is an 11-mile round-trip hike to Snow Valley Peak saddle on the Tahoe Rim Trail. The hike will be quite an uphill climb going out and downhill coming back; bring at least 2 quarts of water, sturdy hiking shoes, and snacks; Hats, hiking poles, and sunscreen recommended; Dogs welcome but must be under owner's control. Bring plenty of water for your dog and make sure your dog is fit enough for this demanding hike; For more info, contact hike leaders Jo Foster at jf.prairie@gmail.com, 319-504-3309; or Larry Marinel at larryamarinel@gmail.com, 530-788-6274)
• — Karson Kruzers 33rd annual Run What-Cha-Brung Car Show at Mills Park (8am-4pm Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Raffles, silent auction, games and music; Registration 8am-10am, $45; open to all running cars, no matter make/model/year – several vehicle classes)
• — Rummage Sale in the Veterans Memorial Hall: corner of Curry/Second Streets (8am-4pm; sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 4 to benefit local veterans)
• — Dayton Pigs Desert Cleanup – Meet in front of Calvary Chapel Church on Enterprise Way in Dayton (8am-10am; From there, we will be hitting the trails, clearing out couches, appliances, etc; Bring a truck/trailer, work gloves, and water - First aid kit, eye protection, dust mask, rake, and shovel recommended, and don't wear your favorite shoes; Trash cans, extra trash bags, and shovels are always welcome - If you bring an empty trailer and get it loaded, we'll cover the dump fees; Dayton Pigs is a community effort to rid our beautiful wild spaces of trash left behind from out-of-control illegal dumping)

Farm fresh food is one of the best flavors of the summer. Head down to a local farmers market get your fill of fruits, vegetables, and community comradery.

• — Sierra Chef Farmers Market at Genoa Town Park, on Nixon in Genoa (8am-1pm; An assortment of fresh produce, herbs, eggs and more, crafts, and local food items and specialties)
• — Third and Curry Farmers Market (8:30am to 1pm; fruits, vegetables, flowers, local vendors, live music, the Muscle Powered Bike Valet and more)
• — Dayton Farmers Market at Community Roots and Shoots: 60 Second Ave - across from Pizza Factory, Dayton (9am-1pm; able to accept WIC, SNAP, USDA Senior Citizen Coupons, cash, etc)
• — Edwards Motor Car Rides at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Museum open 9am-4:30pm, admission for adults is $6, children under 18 are free; Motor Car Rides available from 10am-4pm and last approximately 35 minutes – Fares are $4 for ages 12 and over; $2 for museum members and ages 4-11, and free for ages 3 and under - Motor car No. 401 was built by the Edwards Motor Car Co. of Sanford, NC and put into service October 1926 by the Tucson, Cornelia & Gila Bend Railroad of Ajo, AZ. The motor car operated regularly until December 31, 1947)
• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm breakfast and unlimited bowling; $13, $8 for kids 8 and younger)
• — Second Annual Agriculture Safety Day at Fuji Park, on the west side near the dog park (9am-12pm; free, Numerous agencies will be on hand to visit with you about staying safe in a variety of circumstances; The first 300 children registered will receive a t-shirt and bag full of safety swag, go here to pre-register: https://goo.gl/forms/SMdZMYcI8hgMX0Kx2 ; T-shirts are for the youth only, IF extra shirts are available after the event, adults may receive one; sponsored by the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension)
• — Free gently used clothing available for families at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: 411 N. Saliman Road (9am-12pm; open to all community members, however, the event focuses on school-aged children)
• — Multi-Family Rummage Sale at the Mark Twain Community Center: 500 Sam Clemens Ave, Dayton (9am-1pm)
• — Round-trip Diesel Train Rides: leave from Carson City Virginia and Truckee Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; Adult $45, Child 3-16 $25, Seniors/Veterans $40; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/cc-vc/ call 877-724-5007 for more info)

A few times each year, the Virginia and Truckee runs its Diesel Engine on the round-trip ride to Virginia City. It’s not as expensive as the Steam Engine ride, so if you’ve been wanting to see the canyon, this might be an option.

• — Half-off Everything at the Carson City Senior Center Thrift Shop: 911 Beverly Drive (10am-3:30pm; includes Boutique and Furniture; books are not included; benefits the Meals on Wheels Program)
• — Mind, Body, and Mimosas with Good Elephant at the Union: 302 N. Carson (10am; $12 suggested donation; Vinyasa Flow Style Yoga; Bring your mind, body, and mat; After class, we encourage you to join us for mimosas)
• — Entries Accepted for Judged Photography and Summer Show in the Nevada Artist Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-1pm; Photography Show open to non-members: limit two photographs, maximum size of 16 square feet - Student photographers from age 13-17 may submit one entry, Digital Art will not be accepted; Summer Show open to members only, no submission limit; for more information, entry fees, and requirements: go to http://nevadaartists.org/ )
• — Christmas in July at Evergreen Gene’s: 1811 N. Carson (10am-5pm; get your photo with Summer Santa; special holiday sale)
• — Dangberg Author Series: “The Old Genoa Cemetery: A Walking Tour – Book 1” with historians Karen Dustman and Laurie Hickey at the Dangberg Home Historic Ranch Park: 1450 Hwy 88, Minden (10am; free admittance, picnics welcome and visitors should bring their own seating; Karen Dustman and Laurie Hickey share their journey in writing book #1 in a series of walking tour books of the Old Genoa Cemetery. Photographer Judy Wickwire will also share her tips on photographing historic sites; Please no dogs, legitimate service animals only)
• — Northern Nevada Pride Festival and Community Parade (10am UNITY Parade begins under the Reno Arch; Festival 11am-6pm at Wingfield Park, Downtown Reno; free, but $5 donation suggested; live entertainment and music, food, educational booths and vendors, and much more)
• — Kitten Adoption Event at Michael Hohl Honda: 2800 S Carson St. (11pm-4pm; $40 to adopt, the dealership will pay the other half of the fee for you to adopt your new best friend; all animals are vaccinated, microchipped, spayed/neutered and come with a kitten ‘starter-kit’; co-hosted with Catmandu Adoption Agency and Sanctuary)
• — Third Anniversary Party at Puff’s Smoke Shop: 310 E William #2 (12pm-7pm; great deals, food, free raffles, glass blowing and much more)
• — Noon Music with CW at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (12pm-2pm; original swing and honky tonk songs)
• — Live Music featuring Moon Gravy at the Canvas Café, Virginia City (1pm-3pm; Acoustic Blues Rock Eclectic Eccentric Music from Reno/Sparks)

If you are looking to keep the kids inside but entertained this afternoon, head over to the Community Center for the matinee of ‘Bye, Bye, Birdie’ performed by Youth Theater Carson City.

• — Youth Theater Carson City presents ‘Bye Bye Birdie - Young Performers Edition’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (2pm; $12 general admission, $10 seniors/students)
• — Summer Saturday Family Movies series: Monsters, Inc. at the Minden Library: 1625 Library Lane, Minden (2pm; rated G; movie and popcorn are free; sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library)
• — Bar BINGO at NV Ugly: 1433 Hwy 395, Gardnerville (2pm; free to play, win bar swag and drinks)
• — Silver City Arts Group Monthly Acoustic Jam at the Silver City School House/Community Center: 385 High St., Silver City (3pm-5pm, will be on the outdoor stage in the park if the weather is good; Bring your instruments and/or your singing voice)
• — TrentStrong Beer and Wing-a-thon Fundraiser in the Minden Meat and Deli parking lot: 1595 Hwy 395, Minden (4pm-7pm; $15 includes entry and food-sampler plate, tickets limited; no host bar; Bring your own lawn chairs; Proceeds will go to help the Almeida Family with ongoing Medical bills)
• — A Musical Jamboree at the Dangberg Home Historic Ranch Park: 1450 Hwy 88, Minden (4pm-8pm; $10 for adults, $5 for members and free for 16 years and younger; featuring four different genres of music: Blue Shoes Ukulele Orchestra of Columbia, CW & Dr. Spitmore, Richard Blair, and the Batamba Collective; several artisan, vendor, and non-profit information booths, with food and beverages available for purchase; Visitors should bring their own seating; Please no dogs, legitimate service animals only)
• — Books and Brew Book Club in the Barrel Room at Alatte Coffee and Wine Bar inside the Carson Nugget (5pm; this month’s book is "Milk and Honey" by Rupi Kaur; Please come ready to discuss the book and to have a good time)
• — Live Music with Doug Lubushkin at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)
• — Dinner and Melodrama Train: " Choo-Choo Chicanery" on the Virginia and Truckee - Meet at the Carson City Eastgate Depot on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (6pm-8:30pm, please arrive 30 minutes early; $75 includes drink ticket, dinner, melodrama, and Diesel Engine train ride; tickets limited, get them online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/dinner-melodrama-train/ )
• — Free Outdoor Community Concert: Aileen Quinn and the Leapin’ Lizards, with Carolyn Dolan and Big Red opening - part of the Levitt AMP Music Series on the Minnesota Street Stage at the Brewery Arts Center (6pm vendors/food trucks, 7pm concert begins; Free; Bring your own chair or use one of ours; Food trucks and bars will be available; kids activities and a bounce house but parents must stay with their children at all times; Pets on leashes are welcomed; This high octane band really delivers with foot stomping', grooving tunes and sassy, sexy melodic vocals)
• — High Sierra Swing Dance Club Monthly Dance with DJ Tim Renner in the Brewery Arts Center Grand Ballroom (6:30pm-7:30pm Night Club 2-Step lesson taught by Tim Renner $10; 7:30pm-10pm Dance $10; Discounts for dance club members)
• — Youth Theater Carson City presents ‘Bye Bye Birdie - Young Performers Edition’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (7pm; $12 general admission, $10 seniors/students)
• — Carson City Beer Crawl – Registration in Laxalt Plaza, by the Carson Nugget (7pm-11pm; $15, includes passport, mug and first beer, $1 additional pours at participating locations – discount if you bring your previous beer crawl mug; Every stamped Beer Crawl Passport receives an entry into the raffle; sponsored by the Shoe Tree Brewery and hosted by the Brew Crew)

Granted, the concert at the Brewery Arts Center this evening will bring hundreds downtown, but it’s not the only event to enjoy. Take a stroll with the Ghost Walking Tour, or if you’re over 21, the monthly Beer Crawl is a great excuse to explore the historic district.

• — Ghost Walking Tour led by Madame Curry – Meet in McFadden Plaza at Third and Curry (7pm, please arrive 15 minutes early; $20 day of tour; This is a spirit lead, guided walking tour of the downtown district's west side historic homes and businesses; discounted advance tickets can be bought at www.carsoncityghostwalk.com)
• — Live Music with Arizona Jones at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• — Live Music with Terri Campillo, Craig Fletcher, and friends at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm-10pm)
• — Live Music with Bootleg on the Washoe Camp Saloon outdoor stage: 3155 Eastlake Blvd, New Washoe City (7pm-10pm; drink specials, food truck; 21+ only in the bar and/or the beer garden)
• — Hot Rod Rebellion Righteous Rockabilly at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (7pm)
• — Rock 'n Bowl Night at Carson Lanes Family Fun Center (7pm-11pm; music and laser lights; Bowling Discounts for groups of 10 or more)
• — Rock’n and Bowl’n at the Gold Dust West Bowling Center (8pm-11:45pm; $10-$14 includes two hours of bowling and more; disco lights, fog machine and lots of prizes)
• — Live Music featuring Jaime Rollins at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson (8pm-12am, no cover)
• — Weekly Star Party with Telescope Viewing at the Western Nevada College Jack C. Davis Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave, off Murphy Drive (sundown-11pm; free to participate; guided star viewing by telescopes begins at sunset; Weather permitting)
• — David John and the Comstock Cowboys Concert in the Fuji Park Arena at the Carson City Fair (8pm; Adult $15, Youth 16 and under $10, Family pack - 2 adult, 2 youth tickets $45)
• — Comedian Travis Nelson 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+)
• — Karaoke hosted by J and M Productions at the Spoke Bar and Grill: 3198 Hwy 50 E (8pm-12am)
• — Live Music with the Joey Carmon Band at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• — Live Music featuring the Buddy Emmer Band in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• — Live Music with Deception at ‘The Loft’ inside the Carson Nugget (9pm-1am)
• — Karaoke Night at the Westside Pour House (9pm-12am)
• — DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm-2am; no cover, 21+)
• — DJ Dance Party at the Sage Lounge inside Battle Born Social: 318 N. Carson St. (10pm-2am; no cover, 21+; Live DJs, Electronic Dance Music)

Sunday is a little quiet in Carson City this week. The Carson City Fair is winding down and will close by 4 p.m. If you had your eye on any of the silent auction items, you’ll want to beat the noon deadline for bids. The tiny hamlet of Silver City hosts a concert in the park this evening with the young, but very talented, Mylo McCormick. If you’re a musician looking to jam, then A to Zen is just what this afternoon ordered. Have a great weekend, and stay cool.

SUNDAY:

• — Carson City Fair at the Fuji Park Fairgrounds (6am-4pm; a fun, family-friendly county fair celebrating youth and agriculture with youth livestock exhibits, vendors, music, entertainment, food, wares, tractors, and more; 6am-11am Elks Club Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall $6; 8am-4pm Exhibit Hall open; 8am-4pm Engine and Tractor Displays, Antique Cars and Trucks, and Robert Foster’s Antique Scales; 10am Tractor Parade, 11am Tractor Pulls; 12pm Silent Auction winners announced, must pick up by 3pm; free live music 12:30pm-4pm; 1pm-4pm family fun and vendors; Free transportation available on the JAC Bus, Parking and shuttle bus available in the parking lot of Topsy Lane Walmart)
• — Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride - Meet in the south parking lot of Fremont Elementary School, next to the Linear Ditch Trail (meet at 8am; ride consists of two loops 10-15 miles long each, this will allow a rider to do 10-15 miles or 20-30 miles; Riders usually split up into two groups (tortoises and hares) and do 10-15 mile loops; 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)
• — Edwards Motor Car Rides at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (Museum open 9am-4:30pm, admission for adults is $6, children under 18 are free; Motor Car Rides available from 10am-4pm and last approximately 35 minutes – Fares are $4 for ages 12 and over; $2 for museum members and ages 4-11, and free for ages 3 and under - Motor car No. 401 was built by the Edwards Motor Car Co. of Sanford, NC and put into service October 1926 by the Tucson, Cornelia & Gila Bend Railroad of Ajo, AZ. The motor car operated regularly until December 31, 1947)
• — Carson City BMX Racing at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex: 1555 Livermore Lane (Weather and Track Conditions Permitting; sign-ups 9am-10am $10, call/text 775-220-7111 if running late; must be USABMX member; one-day trial memberships and new rider kits available)
• — Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (9am-12pm breakfast and unlimited bowling; $13, $8 for kids 8 and younger)
• — Community Yoga with Allison Reitz at Comma Coffee (9am-10am; $12 suggested donation; beginners are welcome; Bring your mind, body, and mat; a limited number of extra mats will be available)
• — Summer Art and Photography Shows in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• — Round-trip Diesel Train Rides: leave from Carson City Virginia and Truckee Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; Adult $45, Child 3-16 $25, Seniors/Veterans $40; tickets limited, available online HERE: http://vtrailway.com/trains-routes/cc-vc/ call 877-724-5007 for more info)
• — Kids Eat Free at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• — Summer Reception and Annual Miniature Show at the East Fork Gallery: 1503 Hwy 395 Ste K, Gardnerville (11am-3pm; Artist meet and greet, refreshments)
• — Bookworm Yoga with Good Elephant in the Carson City Library Secret Garden (12pm-1pm; Join us for an hour of gentle yoga in the Secret Garden. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat, towel, and some water - limited mats available; those under 9 years old must be accompanied by someone 13+ at all times; part of the Summer Learning Challenge)
• — Music Jam Sunday at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (1pm-3pm; we try to keep it simple so that musicians of all ages and skill levels can participate. We welcome music of all genres and styles; Audience is welcome)
• — Jack DiCarlo's Musical Stylings at the Canvas Café, Virginia City (1pm-3pm; an elegant performer with a guitar gently coaxing the listener into a happy place)
• — Final Performance: Youth Theater Carson City presents ‘Bye Bye Birdie - Young Performers Edition’ at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (2pm; $12 general admission, $10 seniors/students)
• — Flashback Cinema: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (2pm; $8.50 adults, $7.75 kids)
• — Pool Tournament at Remedy’s (2pm-5pm; $5 buy-in; APA Rules)
• — Weekly 9 Ball Pool Tournament at Whiskey Tavern (register 1pm; 2pm start; $10 per person)
• — Kids Eat Free at the Union: 302 N. Carson St. (4pm-8pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• — Live Music with Deep Groove at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (5pm-8pm)
• — Live Music featuring Bill Wharton in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm)
• — Concerts on the Green: The Buddy Emmer Blues Band at Dayton Valley Golf Course (6pm-9pm; $15.95 concert and dinner, $29.95 concert and dinner for two, $10 concert only; Call DV Grill to RSVP: 775-246-7888 ext 2, reservations are required for dinner)
• — Mylo McCormick in Concert in the Silver City Park, next to the Silver City Schoolhouse Community Center: 385 High St., Silver City (6:30pm-8pm; Free, everyone welcome; Bring a lawn chair and a picnic and enjoy this family-friendly blues, funk and rock concert on the Silver Pavilion stage; sponsored by the Resident Artist Program in Silver City. Donations are always appreciated)
• — Flashback Cinema: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982) at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.75 kids)

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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