FOr tHE WEEK OF FEBrUArY 2, 2017 For a complete listing of this week’s events or to post events to our online calendar, visit www.newsreview.com. RENO/TAHOE SENIOR WINTER GAMES: The
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games offer individual and team competitions for people age 50 and older. Participants compete within age groups to win gold, silver and bronze medals. M-Su through 2/14. $10-$40. Call or visit website for details, (775) 657-4602.
SATURDAY NIGHT STAR PARTY: The Jack C. Davis Observatory hosts free star parties every Saturday night year round, starting at sunset (except when there is snow on the roads). The evening starts with a lecture on one of numerous topics and then concludes with guided star viewing by one of the observatory’s astronomers. Sa, 6pm. Free. Jack C. Davis Observatory, 2699 Van Patten Drive, Carson City, (775) 857-3033.
Valley Alpine Meadows presents a fireworks show on the KT Deck every Saturday, weather and conditions permitting. Sa, 6pm through 3/4. Squaw Valley Resort, 1960 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley, http://squawalpine.com.
TODDLER TIME: Stories, songs, finger plays
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EvEnts ABORIGINAL ART IN SPINIFEX COUNTRY: Australian Aboriginal art fulfills the desire to share knowledge and create respect both within and across Aboriginal and settler cultures. This sharing of artistic traditions reached a high point during the 1980s when the people of the Spinifex Country sought to reclaim their lands that had been used for atomic testing by the British and Australian governments in the 1950s. Center for Art + Environment Director Bill Fox traces the historical role of art from the early 20th century through today’s art centers in rural Australia. F, 2/3, noon-1pm. $10 general admission, free for Nevada Museum of Art members. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH: O FREEDOM: Greta de Jong, professor of history at the University of Nevada, Reno, presents “You Can’t Eat Freedom: Struggles for Social Justice After the Civil Rights Movement.” Patricia Gilmore, president of the Reno/Sparks NAACP, will talk about local and national issues. Sa, 2/4, 1-3pm. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.
A CONVERSATION WITH DEAN BAQUET: Dean Baquet, executive editor of The New York Times, will explore the status of media and conflicts over First Amendment practices at this public forum. Baquet will reflect on newsroom leadership and how The New York Times is positioning itself during this era of social media, audience discontent and uncertain financial support for robust news-gathering. The conversation will address what this all means for the next generation of journalists and for consumers who crave reliable, credible content. w, 2/8, 7-10pm. Free. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., http://journalism.unr.edu.
EVENING OF ROMANCE—ENCHANTED MASQUERADE: The masquerade ball includes performances by the Reno Jazz Orchestra and The Note-Ables. This event supports adaptive music programs and music therapy provided by Note-Able Music Therapy Services. Sa, 2/4, 8-11pm. $65. Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second St., (775) 324-5521, http://note-ables.org.
FIRST THURSDAY: Grab a drink, hear music by First Take featuring Rick Metz and check out the galleries at NMA’s monthly party. Th, 2/2, 5-7pm. $10, free for NMA members. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333.
HEALTH FAIR: Northern Nevada Medical Center hosts its community health fair in the main lobby of the hospital. Screenings include blood pressure, complete blood count, lipid profile, thyroid function, among other tests. First Th of every month, 7-10am. $0-$40. Northern Nevada Medical Center, 2375 E. Prater Way in Sparks, www.nnmc.com.
JESSICA NAKAMURA: CONTEMPORARY JAPAN: Jessica Nakamura, assistant professor of theater, will present “Becoming the Missing Comfort Women: Yoshiko Shimada’s Performances of History in Contemporary Japan.” W, 2/8, 5:30pm. Free. Wells Fargo Auditorium, Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center, 1664 N. Virginia St. University of Nevada, Reno, (775) 784-4278, www.unr.edu/arts.
POLITICAL POLARIZATION AND POLICYMAKING: Christopher Hare, assistant professor of political science the University of California, Davis discusses polarization in American politics and the implications for policymaking in the 115th U.S. Congress. Th, 2/2, 5:30-7pm. $5 suggested donation. UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center, 291 Country Club Drive, Incline Village, (775) 881-7560 ext. 7474, http://tahoe.ucdavis.edu.
Children ages 7-11 can build confidence while expressing their creativity through acting and theater practices. Supplies included in cost. Class will be held on Mondays, except on Feb 20. M, 4-5pm through 3/13. Opens 2/6. $45 for five classes. Lake Mansion, 250 Court St., (775) 826-6100 ext. 3.
ART ADVENTURES: Budding artists ages 6-10 can explore a variety of mediums, including drawing, pastels and watercolor. Six-week session. Each class will be held on Wednesday in the Art Studio beneath the Lake Mansion. Supplies are included in cost. Class size is limited to 15 participants. W, 4-5pm through 3/8. $60. Lake Mansion, 250 Court St., (775) 8266100 ext. 3, www.artsforallnevada.org.
DOWNTOWN LIBRARY STORY TIME: Stories and activities especially for the preschool child. Tu, 10:30am. Free. Downtown Reno Library, 301 S. Center St., (775) 327-8312.
FAMILY GAME NIGHT: Come into the library, find a table, grab a game and have some fun. Second and fourth W of every month, 4:30-6:30pm. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.
FAMILY STORY TIME: This event for children from birth to age 6 includes book reading, songs, rhymes and movement activities. Children must be accompanied by a parent or other trusted adult. W,
11-11:30am through 8/31; W, 11-11:30am through 6/28. Free. Northwest Reno
Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100, http://washoecountylibrary.us.
encourage a love of books, stimulate thinking and promote feelings of selfassurance. Th, 10:15-10:45am through 8/31. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.
Food Bank of Northern Nevada hosts SNAP outreach clinics to assist lowincome families and individuals in applying for SNAP benefits. Th, 10am-noon. Free. Downtown Reno Library, 301 S. Center St., (775) 327-8312.
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Violinist Stephanie Sant’Ambrogio, cellist Dmitri Atapine and pianist James Winn of the University of Nevada, Reno’s ensemble-in-residence Argenta Trio will perform works by composers from North America and South America. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 2, at the Nightingale Concert Hall in the Church Fine Arts Building, 1335 N. Virginia St., at the University of Nevada, Reno. Tickets are $25 for general admission and $5 for UNR students with valid ID. Call 784-4278 or visit www.unr.edu/arts.
STORY TIME: Stories and activities to
SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) OUTREACH CLINIC: The
WINTER FIREWORKS CELEBRATION: Squaw
Argenta Concert Series: Americana
the museum’s lower level, Science Underground features an eclectic, subterranean collection of exhibits from The Discovery’s first five years including big, blue building blocks, Electrosketch, Nano Science, an oversized Nevada puzzle, the Tube-o-Phone, a walking piano and more. M-Su. $9-$10. Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum (The Discovery), 490 S. Center St., (775) 786-1000.
and wiggle action are part of the fun. Designed for children 18 months to 3 years, but all ages are welcome. F, 10:1510:45 & 11-11:30am through 8/31. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.
Art HOLLAND PROJECT GALLERY: Young Blood. This one-night only pop-up gallery exhibit features artwork by artists under age 21. The Young Blood series takes place seasonally throughout the year, allowing young artists a chance to celebrate and showcase their artwork while learning some of the ins and outs of curating, hanging and promoting an art event. F, 2/3, 6-8pm. $1. 140 Vesta St., (775) 742-1858, www.hollandreno.org.
HOLLAND PROJECT MICRO GALLERY AT BIBO COFFEE CO.: Domestic Dreams. The exhibition features photographs capturing altered landscapes of rural Nevada and portraits of people who live there, all through the lenses of the students of Smith Valley High School. M-Su through 2/10. Free. 945 Record St., (775) 742-1858, www.hollandreno.org.
MATHEWSON-IGT KNOWLEDGE CENTER, UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO: Inside the Mind of da Vinci. Northern Nevada artist Mischell Riley worked with engineering and art students at the University to realize the 10’ x 23’ sculpture, which premiered at the most recent Burning Man event. M-Su through 5/1. 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4636.
INSIDE OUT: AN ANATOMY EXPERIENCE: This exhibition will take you on a journey into the curiosities of human anatomy. Through digital and hands-on exhibits, you’ll learn how our bodies work, grow, age and heal. Tu-Su. $9-$10. Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum, 490 S. Center St., (775) 786-1000.
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