I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Aug. 12 -13

The valley is alive with the sound of music: the Jazz and Beyond Music Festival, to be specific. Just about everywhere you go, you’ll be treated to something to soothe the soul or get the toes tapping. Get the kids up early for the Young Eagle Flights at the Carson City Airport – they’re free, but you need to be on time for registration. Keep reading and you’ll find a number of ways to enjoy this sunny summer weekend.

SATURDAY: Jazz and Beyond Music Festival

• -- Hot August Nights
• -- Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (breakfast served 7:30am -11am, unlimited bowling 9am-12pm; $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• -- FREE Young Eagle Flights with EAA Sierra Chapter #403 at the Carson City Airport (Registration 8am at the Airport Terminal Building, orientation 8:30am – DO NOT BE LATE Weather Permitting; 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)
• -- Annual Subaru Ta-Hoe Nalu Paddle Festival at Kings Beach State Park: Kings Beach, CA (8am opening ceremonies; 8am-4pm races, Exhibitor/Vendor Village, demos, clinics and more; free admission for spectators)
• -- Arts and Antique Faire at the Carson City Art Gallery: corner Curry/Second St. (8:30am-2pm)
• -- Third and Curry Farmers Market (8:30am to 1:30pm; fruits, vegetables, flowers, local vendors, yoga, live music, blood drive, the Muscle Powered Bike Valet and more)
• -- Jazz and Beyond: Music in the Market with Denise Jenkins at the Third and Curry Farmers Market (8:30am-1:30pm)
• -- Carson City Pop Warner’s Senator Saturday at Governor's Field (9am pancake breakfast; 10am-2pm vendors, food, activities, raffles and more; admission $5; everyone welcome)
• -- Great Basin Native Artists Exhibit at the Carson Visitor Center (9am-6pm; featuring art by Linda Eben Jones, Joyce McCauley, Steve Nighthawk, Tork Rains and Brandy McDaniels)
• -- Back-to-School Immunization Clinic at Douglas County Community Health: 1329 Waterloo Ln, Gardnerville (9am-2pm; We accept most insurances, including Medicaid; We will have vaccines available for a small price to those who have no insurance, or if insurance does not cover vaccines; first come, first serve)
• -- Rides on the 1926 Edwards Motor Car at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm, train runs every half hour 10am-4pm; museum admission $6, under 18 and FNSRM members free; train rides $4 adults, $2 kids and FNSRM members)
• -- Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Rides: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32; tickets limited, available online HERE)

Art in the Greenhouse at the Greenhouse Garden Center showcases several local artists – make sure you vote for your favorite. Grab a bite from members of the Carson High School Band; they’ll be there with cold drinks and hot dogs.

• -- Jazz and BEYOND: Art at the Greenhouse: Artisans, Craftsmen, and Live Music with Jakki Ford and Randy Ide at the Greenhouse Garden Center: 2450 S. Curry St. (10am-3pm; vote for your favorite artist; food/drink available from the Carson High Band Boosters)
• -- Fourth Annual “Send a Scout to Camp” Car and Truck Show Fundraiser at Fuji Park (10am-2pm, awards 3pm; registration $40, includes a T-shirt, one lunch meal ticket, and a dash plaque; fundraiser for Boy Scouts of America Troop 33)
• -- 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)
• -- Photography and Regular Show at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery in the Brewery Arts Center (gallery open 10am-4pm and 6pm-10pm; artist reception 1pm-4pm)
• -- Ferris Speaker Series: ‘Fairest Picture: Mark Twain at Lake Tahoe’ with author, David C. Antonucci at the Dangberg Home Historic Ranch Park: 1450 Hwy 88, Minden (10am; free; bring a picnic, lawn chairs; no pets; Antonucci’s presentation on Fairest Picture includes rich supplemental graphics, such as photos, maps, video clips and diagrams, and is suitable for general audiences, with the book available for sale and signed by the author; Alpen Sierra Coffee Roasting Company will provide complimentary coffee and 88 Cups And More will provide baked treats)
• -- Cut-A-Thon Benefit for the Dayton Senior Center at TRU Hair Studio: 244 Dayton Valley Rd, Dayton (10am-5pm; Minimum donation is just $5 for a haircut, no reservations, first come, first served - restrictions apply)
• -- Depot Work Day at Dayton's 1881 Carson and Colorado Railroad Depot: Hwy 50 East at Main Street, at the light (10am-1pm; Drop in, help as you can - There is something for everyone; for more info call 775-246-0505 or 775-720-4104)
• -- Family Story time and Craft at the Carson City Library (10:15am-11:45am; supplies limited 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; those 9 and younger must be accompanied by someone 13+; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)

You won’t need to leave the valley if you want to enjoy some classic cars today. Boy Scout Troop 33 is hosting their annual fundraising Show and Shine at Fuji Park. Be there at 3 p.m. if you want to see who wins.

• -- Dog Town Rescue Adoption Event at PetSmart on Fairview (11am-3pm; all dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped; go to www.dogtownrescue.com for adoption information)
• -- Gardnerville Basque Festival/Annual Picnic and Kantari Eguna: Day of Basque Song at the CVIC Hall, Minden
• -- Seniors (55+), Military, and Veterans Swim Free at Paradise Salon and Spa: 3430 Executive Pointe, off College Pkwy (11:30am-5pm; indoor adult warm saltwater pools, no reservation required; no open swim during classes)
• -- Minecraft at the Carson City Library (12pm-1:30pm; Explore worlds and build amazing things with your library's own Minecraft world; Register/RSVP HERE; those 9 and younger must be accompanied by someone 13+; You must have a library card in good standing to participate)
• -- Carson and Mills Park Railroad Train Rides around Mills Park (train runs every half hour 12pm-6pm; tickets $2 per person or three rides for $5, children two and under are free; hosted by the Carson City Railroad Association)
• -- Artist Reception and Awards Presentation for the Judged Photography and Regular Show at the Nevada Artists Association Gallery in the Brewery Arts Center (1pm-4pm; free; refreshments and meet-n-greet with the artists)
• -- Carson Valley LGBTQIAP and Friends Weekly Social Meet-up at Comma Coffee (2pm-4pm; Empowering support, love, and respect; all ages welcome)
• -- Live Music with Sandi 'Pipes' Medley at 1862 David Walley's Restaurant and Saloon in Genoa (5pm-9pm)

Ice cream and jazz make a winning combination. Enjoy a sweet treat and music by the Millennium Bugs at our Historical Society’s Annual Ice Cream Social.

• -- Jazz and Beyond: Carson City Historical Society’s Annual Ice Cream Social with live music by the Millennium Bugs at the Foreman-Roberts House Museum: 1207 North Carson St. (5:30pm-7:30pm; ice cream and other refreshments for only $3)
• -- Dinner and Melodrama "She Wouldn't Hurt a Fly" on the Virginia and Truckee Steam Train: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East at 6pm (please arrive by 5:30pm; $75 includes drink ticket, melodrama train ride, and dinner at the Depot; tickets limited, get them online HERE)
• -- Second Annual Reach for the Stars Black Tie Optional Gala at the Western Nevada College Observatory: 2699 Van Patten Ave (6:30pm-11:30pm; Tickets $99 per person and $185 per couple; Live music with the Trippin King Snakes, wine and heavy hors d'oeuvres, silent auction, learn about the coming total solar eclipse, witness the Perseid Meteor Shower and other fascinating celestial events; Comfortable shoes are recommended if you would like to explore the Planetary Walk; All proceeds support STEM education programs at Western Nevada College and the WNC Foundation)
• -- Jazz and Beyond: Jamie Rollins Live at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (6:30pm-10:30pm)
• -- Jazz and Beyond: Free Outdoor Community Concert: Marla Brown with opening act, Mo’z Motley Blues – part of the Levitt AMP Music Series on the Minnesota Street Stage at the Brewery Arts Center (concert begins 7pm; Free; Pets on leashes are welcomed. 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)

Every little thing’s going to be alright when reggae royalty, Marla Brown, takes to the stage at this week’s Levitt Amp Community Concert at the Brewery Arts Center. Come hungry, local food trucks will be there with yummy offerings. Mo’z Motley Blues opens the concert, so make sure you’re ready to dance.

• -- Help A Hero - Benefit Comedy Show starring Kinsie Damon at the Casino Fandango (6:30pm silent auction, comedy show begins at 8pm; $20 at the door; 21+; benefit for Vietnam Veteran, Earl Ross)
• -- Live Music: Robert Bellman with guests False Rhythms and Steven Arm in the A to Zen ‘Zen Den’: 1803 N. Carson St. (doors 6pm; 7pm start; $5 cover, you get $5 store credit; all ages)
• -- Ladies Night at Crossroads Lounge (7pm-close)
• -- Live Music with Fast Forward at the Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• -- Live Music with Spur Crazy at the Washoe Camp Saloon: 3155 Eastlake Blvd, New Washoe City (7pm-10pm)
• -- Justin Lee Live in Concert and Live Video Shoot at TJ's Corral Outdoor Arena at the Carson Valley Inn, Minden (gates 7pm, 7:30pm Whiskey Heroes, 8:15pm Justin Lee, 9pm "Like I've Fallen" Music Video Shoot; Free admittance)
• -- Live Music with the American Made Band at the Max Casino (8pm-12am)
• -- Immersion: featuring Netphillix and Chyll, Dv3nt, Ultra Violet Riot, hosted by resident DJ CGK at Caterpillar’s Hookah Lounge (8pm; no cover; 18+; the monthly night of DJ madness)
• -- Karaoke at the Spoke Bar and Grill (8pm)
• -- Karaoke with J and M Productions at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget (8pm-11pm)
• -- Rock’n and Bowl’n at the Gold Dust West Bowling Center (8pm-11:45pm; $10-$14; disco lights, fog machine and lots of prizes)
• -- Live Music with Greg Austin in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (8pm-1am)
• -- Live Music with the Brian Titus Trio at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (8pm; no cover)
• -- Karaoke Night at the Westside Pour House (9pm-12am)
• -- Live Music with Road Daddy in ‘The Loft’ inside the Carson Nugget (9pm-1am)
• -- DJ Dance Party at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm-2am; no cover, 21+)
• -- DJ Dance Party at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (10:30pm)

The Silver Saddle Ranch is always beautiful, but an afternoon filled with live bluegrass and western music, food, and family fun, makes today’s ‘A Day at the Ranch’ your best bet. Beat the heat up at Lake Tahoe as the Annual Ta-Hoe Nalu Paddle Festival wraps up its competition at Kings Beach. Learn some Dutch Oven cooking tips at Mormon Station State Park, just get their before all of their breakfast casserole and bacon bomb samples are gone. Read on for even more things to do.

SUNDAY: Jazz and Beyond Music Festival

• -- Hot August Nights
• -- Family Day at Empire Ranch Golf Course (Kids play free with paid adult green fee, one for one)
• -- Breakfast and Bowling at Carson Lanes (breakfast served 7:30am-11am, unlimited bowling 9am-12pm; $13, $8 kids 8 and younger)
• -- Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride - Meet in the south parking lot of Fremont Elementary School, next to the Linear Ditch Trail (meet at 8am; 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)
• -- Annual Subaru Ta-Hoe Nalu Paddle Festival at Kings Beach State Park: Kings Beach, CA (8am-4pm races, Exhibitor/Vendor Village, demos, clinics and more; 4pm closing ceremonies; free admission for spectators)
• -- 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)
• -- CCBMX 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)
• -- Gardnerville Basque Festival: Basque Breakfast at JT’s Basque Restaurant, Gardnerville (9am-12pm; $12: Menu consists of fruit, cheese, ham, chorizo, blood sausage, mashed potatoes, choice of potato omelet or fried eggs, wine, coffee and orange juice)
• -- Rides on the 1926 Edwards Motor Car at the Nevada State Railroad Museum (museum open 9am-4:30pm, train runs every half hour 10am-4pm; museum admission $6, under 18 and FNSRM members free; train rides $4 adults, $2 kids and FNSRM members)
• -- Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Rides: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 10am, please arrive 30 minutes early - Depart Virginia City 3pm; $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32; tickets limited, available online HERE)
• -- Photography and Regular Art Show in the Nevada Artists Association Gallery at the Brewery Arts Center (10am-4pm)
• -- Beer and Yoga on the Plaza – in the McFadden Plaza at Third and Carson (10am-11am, sign-up at 9:30am; $25 day of class includes instructor and a beer; bring a mat; co-sponsored by KAIA Fit and Fox Brewpub)
• -- Kids Eat Free at the Fox Brewpub (11am-10pm; with purchase of adult entree)
• -- Dutch oven cooking demonstration at Mormon Station State Park: on the lawn in front of the museum in Genoa (11am-12:30pm; Rangers will be cooking up a breakfast casserole and a bacon bomb - samples will be served as long as the food lasts)
• -- 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; Bring a can of food or a non-perishable item and we will give you a free game sheet for our Can Food game; lunch available; must be 21+)
• -- Carson and Mills Park Railroad Train Rides around Mills Park (train runs every half hour 12pm-5pm; tickets $2 per person or three rides for $5, children two and under are free; hosted by the Carson City Railroad Association)
• -- Remembering Princess Emilee at Whiskey Tavern (12pm-6pm; Emilee became an amazing Angel Princess at the age of 7 years old due to cancer: food, drinks, t-shirts, and raffle tickets will be available; family friendly event)
• -- 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)

There is a lot of history in these hills, and you’ll hear some of the stories at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center. Nancy Raven will be sharing accounts of Carson Valley from yesteryear.

• -- Storytelling at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center: 1477 Hwy 395 South, Gardnerville (doors 1:30pm, program begins at 2pm; free; Join Nancy Raven and friends for another round of old fashion storytelling. Hear accounts of early life in the Carson Valley and vicinity or share your own insights and adventures with the group)
• -- Jazz and Beyond: ‘A Day at the Ranch’ at the Silver Saddle Ranch: 4901 Carson River Road (2pm-7pm; Bluegrass and Western music, live animals, and food trucks; featured performers: CW and Dr. Spitmore, the Sierra Sweethearts, Eagle Wings Pageant Dance Troupe, and the Sagebrush Rebels Band; FREE)
• -- 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)
• -- Big Screen Classics: Jurassic Park at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (2pm; $8.50 adults, $7.75 kids)
• -- Virginia and Truckee One-way Steam Train Rides: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East (Depart Carson City 4:30pm, arrive in Virginia City 6pm; $52, seniors and veterans $33, kids 3-16 $21; tickets limited, available online HERE)
• -- Auditions for the Misfits Theater Group’s production of "The Instein Inn or Frank's Mad Pad" at the Dayton Valley Branch Library: 321 Dayton Valley Road, Dayton (5pm; five males, four females and four dancers needed; for more information go to: http://www.misfitstheatergroup.org/ )
• -- Concerts on the Green: 3HatTrio at Genoa Park in Genoa (5pm-7pm; free concert; bring picnic and chairs/blanket)
• -- Live Music with Deep Groove at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (5:30pm-8:30pm)
• -- Live Music with John Palmore in the Carson Valley Inn Cabaret, Minden (6pm-10pm)
• -- Big Screen Classics: Jurassic Park at the Galaxy Theater - Fandango (7pm; $10.25 adults, $7.75 kids)
• -- Jazz and Beyond: Urban Renewal Project on the Brewery Arts Center Minnesota Street Stage (8pm; free)

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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