This Week

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2/2:Argenta Concert Series: Americana 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.

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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.

FOr tHE WEEK OF FEBrUArY 2, 2017

RENO/TAHOE SENIOR WINTER GAMES: The

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.

WINTER FIREWORKS CELEBRATION: Squaw

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. SCIENCE UNDERGROUND: Located on

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.

STORY TIME: Stories and activities to 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.

SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE

PROGRAM (SNAP) OUTREACH CLINIC: The

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.

TODDLER TIME: Stories, songs, finger plays and wiggle action are part of the fun.

Designed for children 18 months to 3 years, but all ages are welcome. F, 10:15-

All AgEs

ACTING FOR BEGINNERS TO INTERMEDIATE:

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. 10:45 & 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. listings continued on page 28 Red Meat & Advice Goddess on page 29

MCKINLEY ARTS & CULTURE CENTER: Light

Abundant:LainieVreeland. The abstract painter creates innovative and imaginative compositions centered on water, forms and plant life as they interact with light. The artist reception is on Feb. 2, 5-7pm. M-F, 9am-5pm through 2/24; ExtravagantChemistry. West Gallery in

McKinley Arts & Culture Center present new work by abstract painter Liz Penniman. The artist reception is on Feb. 2, 5-7pm. M-F, 9am-5pm through 2/24.

Free. 925 Riverside Drive, (775) 334-2417.

METRO GALLERY AT RENO CITY HALL: No

Expectations:APhotographicExhibition. Matthew McIver’s photographic series is inspired by architecture, sustainability, water and art. Artist reception is Feb. 2, 5-7pm. M-Su, 8am-5pm through 2/24. Free.

1 E. First St., (775) 334-2417.

SPARKS HERITAGE MUSEUM: Truckee

MeadowsReflections. The Sparks Museum & Cultural Center presents this exhibition detailing historical water usage in the region. In conjunction with the exhibit, Latimer Art Club will present work by their members in the museum’s Cultural Center. Artists from Latimer explore the theme of water in their artwork, which showcases a wide variety of mediums. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments at the exhibit reception Feb. 25, 4-7pm. Tu-Sa, 11am-4pm through 3/25. Free. 814 Victorian Ave., Sparks, (775) 355-1144.

STUDENT GALLERIES SOUTH: BFAMidway

Exhibition. Annual review exhibition of artwork by first-year bachelor of fine arts students from the University of Nevada, Reno. M-Th, noon-4pm through

2/16. Opens 2/6. Free. 1164 N. Virginia St., Jot Travis Building, University of Nevada, Reno, (775) 784-6658.

Call for artists

CALL FOR ART: MARCH POP-UP ART SHOW:

Pitch Black Printing Company will host a video game-themed pop-up art show titled LevelUpon March 11. Artists of all genres are encouraged to submit work with an video game-related theme. All mediums will be accepted. Work must be submitted no later than Saturday, Feb. 25. Please email any questions or submissions to megan@pitchblackprintingco.com. M-Su through 2/25. Free. Pitch Black Printing Company, 1108 California Ave., www.pitchblackprintingco.com.

MuseuMs

WILBUR D. MAY MUSEUM, RANCHO SAN RAFAEL

REGIONAL PARK: Toytopia. This immersive and hands-on exhibition takes visitors through 100 years of classic toys, games, dolls and more. Learn about the origins of toys, who made them, and why they are fun or dear to us. Discover why some toys succeeded and some failed, which toys have become collectors’ items and why. The show even highlights which toys were the most popular in every decade of the 20th century. W-Su through 4/16. $9 adults, $8 seniors, children ages 3-17. 1595 N. Sierra St., (775) 785-5961.

filM

PHANTOM BOY: Artemisia Moviehouse presents a screening of Jean-Loup Felicioloi and Alain Gagnol’s animated tale of a boy whose mysterious illness gives him the ability to live outside his body.

While in the hospital, he’s befriended and recruited by a detective who needs immediate help bringing down a New

York City mob kingpin. Su, 2/5, 6-8pm. $7 general, $6 seniors, students, $5 members. Good Luck Macbeth Theatre

Company, 713 S. Virginia St., (775) 3223716, http://artemisiamovies.weebly.com.

MusiC

COME IN FROM THE COLD: The family enter-

tainment series continues with a performance by Suspect Terrane. Seating is limited to 200 people. Sa, 2/4, 7pm. $3 suggested donation. Western Heritage Interpretive Center, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 828-6612.

FIRST TAKE FEATURING RICK METZ: Jimmy

Vermilion and Rick Metz perform vocal jazz selections from the Great American Songbook. F, 2/3, 5-7pm; F, 2/24, 5-7pm;

F, 3/17, 5-7pm. Free. The Great Western Marketplace, 4855 Summit Ridge Drive, (775) 771-4926, www.rickmetz.com.

sports & fitness

GALENA CREEK GUIDED HIKE: Join a natural-

ist along one of the Galena Park trails and learn about the area. Bring water, sunscreen, hiking boots or snowshoes (depending on weather.) Sa, 10am. $5 donation. Galena Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mt. Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948, www.galenacreekvisitorcenter.org.

NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART: MaynardDixon:

ThePaltenghiCollections, W-Su through 7/16; Spinifex:AboriginalPaintings fromtheRobertKaplanandMargaret LeviCollection, W-Su through 5/28; Ugo Rondinone:SevenMagicMountains, W-Su through 5/11; APlaceintheCountry: AboriginalAustralianPaintings, W-Su through 6/4; PeterStichbury:Anatomyof a Phenomenon, W-Su through 5/28; Tarek AlGhoussein, W-Su through 2/19; Trevor Paglen:OrbitalReflector, W-Su through 12/31; AndreaZittel:Wallsprawl, W-Su through 12/31. $1-$10. 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart.org.

onstage

CALENDAR GIRLS: Reno Little Theater presents Tim Firth’s stage adaptation of his own film script inspired by a group of Yorkshire Women’s Institute members who stripped off for a charity calendar to raise money for leukemia research. Th, 2/2, 7:30pm; F, 2/3, 7:30pm; Sa, 2/4, 7:30pm; Su, 2/5, 2pm. $22 adults, $18,

seniors, military, $15 students, $12 for kids 12 and younger. Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St., (775) 813-8900.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WANDA JUNE: Brüka

Theatre presents this play by Kurt Vonnegut. Th, 2/2, 8pm; F, 2/3, 8pm; Sa, 2/4,

8pm. $20 general admission, $18 students, seniors, military, $25 at the door. Brüka Theatre, 99 N. Virginia St., (775) 323-3221, www.bruka.org. 2/4:Are They Out There? Seth Shostak,

senior astronomer at the SETI Institute in Mountain View, California, predicts that scientists will detect extraterrestrial life within the next two decades. Learn more about his thoughts on the search for extraterrestrial life, why new technologies and the laws of probability make the breakthrough likely and how the discovery of civilizations far more advanced than ours might affect us here on Earth during a talk on Saturday, Feb. 4. The event begins at 2 p.m. at the Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St. Tickets are $12 for general admission and $8 for NMA members. Call 329-9300 or visit www.nevadaart.org.

SEX WITH STRANGERS: Good Luck Macbeth

presents Laura Eason’s erotic comedy/ drama. F, 2/3, 7:30pm; Sa, 2/4, 7:30pm; F, 2/10, 7:30pm; Sa, 2/11, 7:30pm; Su, 2/12, 2pm; F, 2/17, 7:30pm; Sa, 2/18, 7:30pm; Th, 2/23, 7:30pm; F, 2/24, 7:30pm; Sa, 2/25, 7:30pm.

$15-$18. Good Luck Macbeth Theatre Company, 713 S. Virginia St., (775) 322-3716, www.goodluckmacbeth.org.

Classes

DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS TO INTERMEDIATE:

Students ages 10-15 will learn how to draw by recognizing basic shapes and altering them. Explore the techniques of line quality, hatching and shading. The class will be held in the Art Happens Here Studio. Tu, 4-5:30pm through 2/28. $75 for

six classes. Lake Mansion, 250 Court St., (775) 826-6100 ext. 3.

INDIAN COOKING CLASS: Truckee Meadows

Community College offers this four-session class. Pre-registration preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Tu, 6pm through 2/28. Opens 2/7. $79 plus $20 for

materials. Damonte Ranch High School, 10500 Rio Wrangler Parkway, (775) 8299010, www.tmcc.edu/wdce.com.

PAINTING WORKSHOP: ABSTRACT & GESTURE:

Learn basic gestural and abstract painting skills in a relaxed environment. Call for appointment, M-Sa through 2/28.

$50 per person. Reno Art Works, 1995 Dickerson Road, (651) 361-0757. SUGAR LOVE UNIVERSITY: SLU’s course

offerings cover a variety of ideas—from turning inspiration into confection to the history of chocolate through the ages. Learn about the origins of chocolate, its role in commerce and culture and its transformation throughout culinary history. Each session will feature limitededition chocolate flavors, complimentary wine, beer or spirits and light hors d’oeuvres. Students must be at least 21 years old. W, 2/8, 7-9pm; Th, 3/9, 7-9pm; Tu, 4/4, 7-9pm; W, 5/10, 7-9pm; Th, 6/15,

7-9pm. $28 for early bird tickets. Sugar Love Chocolates, 50 S. Virginia St., Ste. 11, (800) 479-9830.

CoMMunity

ABWA RENO TAHOE EXPRESS NETWORKING

LUNCH: The group hosts its monthly luncheon featuring a guest speaker, a raffle drawing and networking with businesswomen from many different types of businesses. First Th of every month, 11:30am-1pm through 10/31. $20 members,

$25 guests. Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, 3800 S. Virginia St., www.abwa.org.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: This group is for

patients and families facing cancer and is facilitated by an oncology social worker who is skilled in the emotional aspects of cancer. Participants can share experiences and express feelings and concerns. The support group meets in Room 101 in the Sierra Tower. Th, 11:30am-1pm. Free. Renown Regional Medical Center, 1155 Mill St., (775) 982-4400, www.renown.org.

CLICKETS KNITTING GROUP: Jean Peters

guides this class for knitters of all ages and levels. Yarn and needles are available. First and third Su of every month,

1:30-3pm. Free. Spanish Springs Library, 7100A Pyramid Lake Highway, located at Lazy 5 Regional Park, Spanish Springs, (775) 424-1800.

CROCHET CONNECTION: Learn to crochet or

share tips with other crochet enthusiasts. Th, 4-5:45pm. Free. Spanish Springs Library, 7100A Pyramid Lake Highway, located at Lazy 5 Regional Park, Spanish Springs, (775) 424-1800.

FOUR SEASONS BOOK CLUB: The book club meets. First Sa of every month, 1-2pm.

Free. Sparks Library, 1125 12th St., Sparks, (775) 352-3200.

KNITTING GROUP: The group is open to all knitters, crocheters, loom artists and people who enjoy the company of other yarn artists. Bring your project or start a new one. Tu, 4-6pm through 4/3. Free.

Atelier Truckee, 10128 Donner Pass Road, Truckee, www.ateliertruckee.com.

MAN TO MAN PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT

GROUP: Facilitated by a prostate cancer survivor, this support group is designed to help men cope with prostate cancer by offering education and support for patients during their cancer journey. The group meets in the Orthopedic Conference Room on the third floor in the Roseview Tower. First and third M of every month, 5:30-7pm. Free. Renown

Regional Medical Center, 1155 Mill St., (775) 982-6831, www.renown.org. MYSTERY SLEUTHS: Mystery book fans are invited to join this group which holds meetings on the second Wednesday of the month. W, 2/8, 5:45pm. Free. North

Valleys Library, 1075 N. Hills Blvd., Ste. 340, North Hills Shopping Center, Golden

Valley, (775) 972-0281.

PFLAG SUPPORT GROUP: PFLAG is made up

of parents, families, friends and allies united with people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender. PFLAG is committed to advancing equality and full societal affirmation of LGBT people through its mission of support, education and advocacy. First Th of every

month, 5:30pm. Free. Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson St., Carson City, (775) 220-4151, http://community.pflag.org/cr.

SOUTH VALLEYS BRIDGE GROUP: Join Jill and

meet new friends. Basic bridge knowledge preferred. F, 1-4pm. Free. South Valleys Library, 15650A Wedge Parkway, (775) 851-5190.

SPARKS LIBRARY KNITTING AND CROCHETING

CIRCLE: Join the Sparks Library every Thursday and learn the techniques to start your masterpiece. Th, 4-6pm. Free. Sparks Library, 1125 12th St., Sparks, (775) 352-3200.

THE TUESDAY NIGHT YARN CREW: All skill

levels and yarn-crafts are welcome. Bring your project to this “sit and knit” gathering. Tu, 5:30-7pm. Free. South Valleys Library, 15650A Wedge Parkway, (775) 851-5190.

WOMEN’S BREAST AND GYNECOLOGIC CANCER

SUPPORT GROUP: Patients and survivors are invited to share experiences, concerns and feelings and offer hope and help to one another through their cancer journey. This support group meets in the Orthopedic Conference Room on the third floor of the Roseview Tower. Second and Fourth W of every month, 5:30-7pm. Free.

Renown Regional Medical Center, 1155 Mill St., (775) 982-6831, www.renown.org.

YARN TIME: Learn to knit or crochet or improve your skills with other knitting enthusiasts. Second W of every month, 2-4pm; fourth W of every month. Free.

North Valleys Library, 1075 N. Hills Blvd. Ste. 340, North Hills Shopping Center, Golden Valley, (775) 972-0281.

Volunteer

BLOOD DONATIONS: Give the gift of life and donate blood. Donors must be healthy, weigh at least 110 pounds and be at least 17 years old. Call to make an appointment. M-Su. United Blood Services, 1125

Terminal Way, (775) 324-6454.