I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: August 15-16

It’s a blast from the past weekend. Get started with some history at the Dangberg Home Historic Ranch with the Naughty Tea Mistresses. A walking tour of our haunted past begins at the corner of Third and Curry with the Downtown Ghost Walk. Celebrate Prohibition-style at the Brewery Arts Center: the annual Speakeasy Swing Dance Party wants to see you in your finest zoot suit or flapper dress. Head back to the Eighties at Living the Good Life; DJ Bobby G is spinning the hits from yesteryear.

SATURDAY: Jazz and Beyond

• Back to School at Carson Hot Springs (Free 17 and younger admission per paid adult; outdoor pools only; 7am-10pm)
• Muscle Powered One Hour Trash Mob: Lone Mountain Trail, just north of the Cemetery -meet up at the parking lot located at the southwest corner of Northridge Dr. and New Ridge Dr. (8am-9am; Gloves, trash bags, and water will be available)
• NAA Exhibit by artist Nancy Clarke at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)
• EAA Sierra Chapter #403 Pancake Breakfast at the Chapter Building: 2500 E. College Pkwy (8am; $5; Everyone Welcome)
• Third Annual Adopt a Vet Poker Run sponsored by Carson Area Chapter 388 Vietnam Veterans of America at Carson City Harley Davidson (same day registration 8:30am; $30, $20 for rider; Run begins 10am; BBQ 1pm-4pm; Live Music 3pm)
• Third and Curry Farmers Market; Jazz and Beyond: Live Music with CW Bayer (8:30am to1pm)
• Show and Shine Fundraiser for the SYFL Mavericks Cheerleaders at Johnny Rockets at Carson Lanes (registration 9am-12pm; awards 2pm; $20 entry, open to all cars and bikes)
• 17th Anniversary Party at Classy Seconds Thrift Shop (9am-4pm; cupcakes, activities, hourly sales, and more)
• Flea-Market at Silver State Charter School on Mallory Way (9am-5pm)
• Northern Nevada Antique Power Club 18th Annual Tractor and Engine Show at Valley View Ranch: 1000 East Valley Road, Gardnerville (9am-5pm; $5)
• 30th Annual Bowers Mansion Bluegrass Festival at Bower’s Mansion, Washoe Valley (9:15am-6pm; $20, under 12 free)
• Muscle Powered Bike Ride: meet by the Muscle Powered bike rack in front of the Community Pool at 841 N. Roop St. (9:40am-11:40am; must wear helmets and closed toed shoes; riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)

Do you like cars or motorcycles? This is a great weekend for you. The Freaks of Nature have teamed up with the SYFL Cheerleaders for a Show-n-Shine at Johnny Rockets open to all bikes and cars. Help send a scout to camp with the Car Show fundraiser at Fuji Park: you’ll find antique cars, a raffle, and more. Hop on your Harley and join the Vietnam Veterans of America in a poker run to raise funds for Veterans’ Dental Needs; live music and a bbq lunch are included.

• Second Annual ‘Send a Scout to Camp’ Car and Truck Show Fundraiser at Fuji Park (10am-2pm; awards 3pm; $40; auctions, music, vendors, a Bonneville race car,custom cars and fire trucks on display)
• Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Ride: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East at 10am and Depart Virginia City Depot at 3pm (tickets limited, $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32, arrive 30 minutes early)
• Virginia and Truckee #25 Steam Engine Rides at the Nevada State Train Museum (10am-4pm; $8, $4 kids 11 and under)
• Ferris Family Speaker Series: The Naughty Tea Mistresses of Nevada at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park: 1450 Highway 88, Minden (10am-11am; free, bring a chair)
• Jazz and Beyond: 12th Annual Art at the Greenhouse with music by the Jakki Ford Duo at the Greenhouse Garden Center: 2450 S. Curry St. (10am-pm; 45+ Artists; Food and beverage sales benefit Carson City school bands)
• Splash Dogs Dock-jumping Competition at Heritage Park in Gardnerville (11am)
• Burger Burn at Carson City Harley Davidson: 2900 Research Way (11am-2pm)
• Swim Class for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the Carson City Aquatic Facility (11am; $4)
• 19th Annual Reno Gay Pride Festival at Wingfield Park, Downtown Reno (11am-6pm; $5)
• Carson and Mills Park Railroad Rides in Mills Park (12pm-6pm; $2 or $5 for 3)
• Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting and Pairing Luncheon at the Bistro at Tahoe Ridge Winery (12pm-1:30pm; $20; RSVP 775-473-1790)
• Jazz and Beyond: Live Music with Lucky Diamond and the Gents o’ Jive at the Carson Mall (1pm-3pm; free)
• First Annual Back to School and Education Awareness Event sponsored by Absolute Transformation and the Carson City Boxing Club at 3579 Hwy 50 Suite 219 (1pm-4pm)
• Crazy Quilt Class with artisan Gretchen Arndt at the Dayton Museum: Shady Lane at Logan, Old Town Dayton (1pm-5pm; Bring your own scissors and needles; Free; For more information contact Gretchen at 775-450-9607)
• Love on a Leash: read to a therapy dog and receive a free book at the Carson City Library (1pm-2pm)
• High Tea at Foodies Bystro in the Brewery Arts Center (2:30pm; RSVP required 775-720-8011)

I scream, you scream, we all scream for an ice cream social at the Forman-Roberts House. Live music, activities for kids, and a great opportunity to support the Carson City Historical Society. If you prefer pancakes, head over to the Carson City Airport for the monthly pancake breakfast put on by the Experimental Aircraft Association. Don’t forget to pick up some yummy fresh produce at the Third and Curry Farmers Market.

• Weekly Live Auction at Good Time Auctions: 3579 E Hwy 50, Suite 211 (Preview 8am-3pm; Live Indoor Auction 3pm)
• Wine Tasting at Genoa Candy and Coffee in Carson Lanes (4pm-8pm; $5 for five tastes)
• Live Music with Niall McGuinness and the New World Jazz Project at the Bistro at Tahoe Ridge Winery (6pm-8:30pm; Reservations recommended)
• Jazz and Beyond: Carson City Historical Society Ice Cream Social with music by the Millennium Bugs at the Foreman-Roberts House Park: 1207 N. Carson St. (6pm-8pm; $3 for refreshments; raffle, kids crafts and more)
• Jazz and Beyond: Live Music with Tom Miller at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. (6pm-8pm; no cover)
• Carson Valley Inn’s 31st Birthday Celebration; Live Music with the Davisson Brothers Band at TJ's Corral in Minden (celebration all day; concert 7:30pm-10:30pm, free)
• Ghost Walking Tour led by Madame Curry – Meet at Third and Curry St., behind Firkin and Fox (6:30pm-8pm; $20 day of tour; please arrive 15 minutes early)
• Live Music with Ranger Kim at Flight: 2244 Meridian, off Airport in Minden (6:30pm)
• Star Party at Western Nevada College’s Observatory (7pm-10:30pm)

Looking for some music? Jazz and Beyond is still going strong and it’s also the weekend for the Bowers Mansion Bluegrass Fesival. Hit the Carson Cigar Company for live music with Paslow Vibe. The Tahoe Ridge Winery is a great place to relax and listen to the New World Jazz Project. Enjoy yourself in the A to Zen Zen Den with Now or Never. I Love Lucille is full of acoustic jams at the Max Casino. Sassafras is rocking it with Hear Kitty, Kitty and Sapphic Musk.

• Live Music with Now or Never in the A to Zen ‘Zen Den’: 1803 N. Carson St. (7pm; $5 cover, you get $5 store credit)
• Live Music with Hindsight at Casino Fandango (7pm-12am)
• Jazz and Beyond: Live Music with Terri Campillo and Craig Fletcher at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm)
• Legends, Divas, and Superstars in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (7pm; free,$5)
• Jazz and Beyond: Annual Speakeasy Swing Dance Party with music by the Brass Knuckles in the Brewery Arts Center Black Box Theater (7:30pm-10pm; $15; Special Dance Floor, Dance Contest, Gatsby-style Costume Contest, Live Artist, Photographer, Snacks, and Prizes)
• Jazz and Beyond: Live Music with Sapphic Musk and Hear Kitty, Kitty at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. (8pm; $5 cover)
• Rock’n N Bowl’n at Gold Dust West (8pm)
• Karaoke at the Spoke Bar and Grill (8pm)
• Karaoke at Beercade: 1930 N. Carson St. (8pm)
• Live Acoustic Music with ‘I Love Lucille’ at Max Casino: formerly the Carson Station (8pm)
• Live Music with the Localz at the Red Dog Saloon,Virginia City (8pm)
• Star Party at the Washoe Lake State Park in the Miner Mayhem Maze parking lot (Weather Permitting 8pm-11pm; Astronomy program and slide show at dusk; Telescope viewing after dark, bring a red flashlight if possible; $7 per vehicle admission, $5 with Nevada ID)
• Music Saturdays: Parslow Vibe at Carson Cigar Co. (9pm-12am)
• Karaoke at Westside Pour House (9pm)
• 80s Theme Party with DJ Bobby G at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (9pm; dress to impress)
• DJ and Dancing at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm)

Are you ready for a party? Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint and the Carson Hot Springs are the venue d’jour. Sassabration runs from noon until midnight with live music, a pool party, vendors, booths, and more; come out and support community unity. Enjoy music on the Capitol Grounds starting at 4:30 p.m. Bring a picnic, a chair or blanket, and friends and family for a lazy evening in the shade. It’s your last chance to head to Douglas County and catch amazing deck-diving dogs in competition. Splash Dogs can be found at Heritage Park.

SUNDAY: Jazz and Beyond

• Back to School at Carson Hot Springs (Free 17 and younger admission per paid adult; outdoor pools only; 7am-10pm)
• NAA Exhibit by artist Nancy Clarke at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)
• Northern Nevada Antique Power Club 18th Annual Tractor and Engine Show at Valley View Ranch: 1000 East Valley Road, Gardnerville (8am-4pm; $5)
• Carson City BMX races at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex (Signups 9am-10am; $10)
• Flea-Market at Silver State Charter School on Mallory Way (9am-5pm)
• Splash Dogs Dock-jumping Competition at Heritage Park in Gardnerville (9am)
• Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Ride: leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East at 10am and Depart Virginia City Depot at 3pm (tickets limited, $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32, arrive 30 minutes early; 20% Off Pre-Purchased Adult Fare Tickets with code LOCALSUNDAY)
• Virginia and Truckee #25 Steam Engine Rides at the Nevada State Train Museum (10am-4pm; $8, $4 kids 11 and under)
• 30th Annual Bowers Mansion Bluegrass Festival with the Gabardine Sisters' Gospel Show at the Davis Creek Campground Amphitheater, Washoe Valley (10am; free)
• Catmandu Kitten Adoption Event at PetCo on Topsy Lane (11am-4pm)
• Carson and Mills Park Railroad Rides in Mills Park (12pm-5pm; $2 or $5 for 3)
• Sassabration: A Celebration of Diversity, Community, Equality with Official Grand Marshall Adam Whitney as Bea Arthur and Live Music by Sapphic Musk, Hear Kitty Kitty, Mo’z Motley Blues, Athena McIntyre, Mountain Folk, TomMiller, and more at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs (12pm-12am; Free Hot Springs Pool Party 2pm-6pm; Proceeds benefit SPCA, PFLAG, and Build Our Center)
• Sunday Funday: Free game of pool with drink purchase at Westside Pour House
• The Fight for Fal Dare Fey: Amtgard Live Action Role Play Event at Mills Park on Seely Loop (sign in 11am; send out 12pm; parties of 6 max; battle games,raffle, food, and a quest; for info email FalDareMonarchy@gmail.com)
• Weekly Pool Tournament at Whiskey Tavern (register 1pm; 2pm start; $10 per person)
• Live Music with Lonesome Wayne and the Long Goners at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (1pm)
• Pool Tournament at Remedy’s (2pm-5pm; $5 buy-in; APA Rules)
• PoP Up Story time at the Carson City Library (2pm-2:20pm)
• Jazz and Beyond: Live Music with Free Try at the Legislative Plaza (4:30pm-5:30pm, free)
• Jazz and Beyond: Live Music with the Carolyn Dolan Band at the Capitol Amphitheater (6pm-8pm, free)
• Live Music with Mike Beck at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (7pm; $18 at the door)

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. If you have an event that I have overlooked, feel free to send me an email at ILoveCarsonCityNV@gmail.com.