Candy Dance, Skate Competition, Sheep Dogs and more: Events Happening in Carson City and Beyond this weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/23/2022 - 10:26am
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Repeats every day until Sun Sep 25 2022 .
September 23, 2022 (All day)
September 24, 2022 (All day)
September 25, 2022 (All day)
Happy Friday Carson City! Let's take a look at what is happening throughout the region this weekend!
All Weekend Long
103rd Annual Candy Dance returns to Genoa this weekend
The first Candy Dance was held in Genoa in 1919, and came about as a fundraiser to purchase street lights for the tiny town tucked away against the Sierra mountains in the Carson Valley. Now, over 100 years later, the annual Arts and Crafts Fair is still being held.
North America's best Border Collies coming to Carson Valley for National Sheepdog Finals
The best Border Collies in North America will be coming to Gardnerville, Sept. 20-25 to compete in the 2022 National Sheepdog Finals. These top dogs will be arriving in Nevada from all over the United States and Canada to battle for the coveted title of National Sheepdog Champion.
Dayton’s The Misfits Theatre Group presents ‘Cabin in the Sky,’ a Hilarious Murder Mystery
Get ready for Glam n' Glitter, a touch of romance, lots of jokes, sultry singing, and a Gangsta' Style Accident—OR, was it MURDER???!!
Friday
- Carson City
From Nashville, Side Pony to perform Friday at Carson City's Nashville Social Club
The Nashville Social Club in Carson City is proud to present Side Pony, A Nashville songwriting super-duo with songs that feature heartbreaking hooks and punchy turns of phrase.
Saturday
- Carson City
Farmer's Market, Vintage Market to begin their summer seasons Saturday in Carson City
Two summertime open-air markets will begin Saturday June 4 in Carson City: the annual Carson City Farmer's Market, and the inaugural year for the Vintage Market.
Saturday Morning Kids Pottery Class in Carson City
Join us Saturday morning for our Saturday Morning Kids Class!
Carson and Douglas Partnerships, Prevention Network host mental health awareness event and walk
In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month this September, Partnership Carson City is teaming up with the Suicide Prevention Network and Partnership Douglas County for a prevention starts here Mental Wellness Awareness Event and Walk taking place Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at McFadden Plaza.
Night Under the Lights skate, BMX and scooter competition returns Saturday to Mills Park
The 5th Annual Night Under the Lights Skate, BMX and Scooter competition returns to the Mills Park Skate Park in Carson City this Saturday, Sept. 24.
ComputerCorps lithium battery and electronic scrap event in Carson City
On Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ComputerCorps will present a lithium battery and electronic scrap recycling event in collaboration with Rotary Clubs of Carson City and Reno, as well as with Redwood Materials.
Fall yard sale, fundraiser for Catmandu this Saturday
Come out to support the kitties of Catmandu and find a bargain too. The fall yard sale will is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 24, at 3831 Southpointe Dr. in southeast Carson City. Fabulous prices, nothing over $20. Everything is affordable and either new in boxes or gently used items. The kitties thank you. Meow.
Nevada Artists Association presents free demo 'What's this about Smudge!' on Sept. 24
The Nevada Artists Association is presenting a free demo on Saturday, September 24th at 10:30am at the Gallery, 449 W. King Street, Carson City.
- Statewide
Nevada State Parks goes 'fee-free' Saturday
Nevada residents and visitors are invited to celebrate Nevada Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 24 with a “fee-free” day at Nevada’s State Parks. Park fees, including entrance, camping (Saturday night) and boating, where applicable, will be waived at state parks throughout the Silver State.
- Dayton
Dayton golf tournament to benefit food pantries across Lyon County
Dayton Valley Golf Club and Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey are joining together to hold the third annual Fall Harvest Classic Golf Tournament, “Drive Out Hunger” on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. All proceeds benefit HCC’s food pantries. You can participate by being in the golf tournament, sponsoring a 4 person team, or donating raffle items.
- Douglas County
Plant a Pollinator Garden in a Weekend Workshop
Join us for a 4 part workshop on how to Plan and Plant a Pollinator Garden in a weekend. Location: Douglas County Community Center, CVMC Room, Gardnerville. September 24 - Hummingbird Gardens.
Sunday
- Carson City
Weekly open air vintage market hits downtown Carson City throughout the summer
The market will take place every Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from June through September and is free to the public. Shoppers will be able find antiques, arts and crafts, collectibles, furniture, general swap merchandise, and more.
The Carson City Historical Society will be hosting ongoing events every Sunday at the historic Foreman-Roberts House and Carriage House located at 1207 North Carson in Carson City.
A different kind of tunnel vision explored in upcoming Carson City Historical Society talk
A program about the history and local impact of the Sutro Tunnel will be presented free to members of the Carson City Historical Society and the public on Sunday, Sept. 25 from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Carriage House by Chris Pattison, project manager for the Friends of Sutro Tunnel, an organization that is working to restore the site as historically accurate as possible. Chris is also a board member for the Society.
Ongoing
Tours available in September, October at historic Nevada State Prison in Carson City
Moiré exhibition by Claire Pasquier at Carson City's Courthouse Gallery through Sept. 29
The Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Moiré" presents Claire Pasquier’s perceptions and reactions to our lives being played out on the big screen.
Dance-Fit and Yoga Flow offered at Carson City Senior Center
I asked a friend if she’d join yoga and she replied “Oh! I don’t bend!” Although that is funny, we all use various excuses not to attend to flexibility, strength, balance, sociality and mutual support that comes from going to classes.
Free summer yoga in the park classes offered Monday evenings in Carson City through September
Each Monday evening this summer, Partnership Carson City is bringing its popular yoga class outdoors for free. The Wellness Yoga classes take place at John Mankins Park, located at 3051 Oak Ridge Dr., Carson City starting at 5:30 p.m.
Carson City Senior Center offers classes to improve muscle strength, balance through Oct. 6
Nevada Artists Association presents 'The Autumn Show' now through Oct. 21
Nevada Artists Association of Carson City, NV presents their newest show "Autumn Show" starting Saturday, September 10th! NAA is the largest respected Fine Art Gallery of Carson City and features several wonderful artists in several art mediums from paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, glass, paper and more.
Did we miss anything? Please tell us in the comments below if there's anything we missed happening this weekend in Carson City and beyond!
