FOr tHE WEEK OF FEBruArY 9, 2017 For a complete listing of this week’s events or to post events to our online calendar, visit www.newsreview.com. MCKINLEY ARTS & CULTURE CENTER: Light Abundant: Lainie Vreeland. The abstract painter creates innovative and imaginative compositions centered on water, forms and plant life as they interact with light. M-F, 9am-5pm through 2/24; Extravagant Chemistry. West Gallery in McKinley Arts & Culture Center present new work by abstract painter Liz Penniman. M-F, 9am-5pm through 2/24. Free. 925 Riverside Drive, (775) 334-2417.
METRO GALLERY AT RENO CITY HALL: No Expectations: A Photographic Exhibition. Matthew McIver’s photographic series is inspired by architecture, sustainability, water and art. M-Su, 8am-5pm through 2/24. Free. 1 E. First St., (775) 334-2417.
SHEPPARD CONTEMPORARY GALLERY, CHURCH FINE ARTS BUILDING, UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO: Expanded Readings: The
Reno Mardi Crawl
2/11:
The Biggest Little City transforms into the Big Easy for one night this weekend during the Mardi Gras-themed bar crawl. With the purchase a $5 cup and map, costumed revelers age 21 and older will get free access to 15 participating venues offering $3 drink specials and classic New Orleans drinks like hurricanes and hand grenades, beaded necklaces, live entertainment, costume contests and other perks. The crawl begins at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Waterfall, 134 W. Second St. Call 624-8320 or visit http://crawlreno.com.
EvEnts CONTRA DANCE: Arrive at 7:15pm for a beginners session. Callers walk you through the dances while local and regional bands play Celtic music. Firsttime dancers will get half off price on two future dances. Second Sa of every month, 7:30-10:30pm through 12/9. $8-$10. Historic Southside School Annex, 190 E. Liberty St., www.sierracontra.org.
HANDS ON! SECOND SATURDAYS: Enjoy free admission, live performances, hands-on art activities and storytelling. Sa, 2/11, 10am-6pm. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333.
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.
STORY OF A STREAM: Environmental scientist Marianne Denton from the Nevada Department of Environmental Protection will discuss the ecology of the streams within the Galena Creek Park area and the interconnectedness of the aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Sa, 2/11, 3-4pm. $5 suggested donation. Galena Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mt. Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948.
NEVADA INHALES: Joe Grzymski opens the discussion by sharing his work on the 23andMe and Renown Health Collaboration project, a pioneering new study layering population and health data, environmental information and voluntary genetic data from Northern Nevadans. Vera Samburova will follow with her study on e-cigarettes. W, 2/15, 7-9:30pm. $15 for non-members, $10 for members. IMBiB Custom Brews, 785 E. Second St., (775) 673-7659, www.dri.edu.
RENO RUN 4 LOVE: Run with a friend, date or family member during this 4-mile Valentine’s-themed road race in downtown Reno. The post-race party includes champagne, beer, chocolate and prizes/ awards. Su, 2/12, 8:30am. $45-$90. Reno Ballroom, 401 N. Center St., (775) 342-8895, www.renorun4love.com.
Art 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) 348-8087, 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.
Book to Come. This exhibition explores the book as a site for artistic exploration. Gallery talk: 5pm on Feb. 9. Opening reception: 6-8pm on Feb. 9. Tu-Sa, noon4pm through 3/17. Free. 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-6658.
SPARKS HERITAGE MUSEUM: Truckee Meadows Reflections. 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. The reception is on Feb. 25, 4-7pm. Tu-Sa, 11am-4pm through 3/25. Free. 814 Victorian Ave., Sparks, (775) 355-1144, www.sparksmuseum.org.
STUDENT GALLERIES SOUTH: BFA Midway 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. Free. 1164 N. Virginia St. Jot Travis Building, University of Nevada, Reno, (775) 784-6658.
Film BAND OF OUTSIDERS (1964) FRANCE: Classic French New Wave with Anna Karina as a student who lets slip some information about money stashed away at a villa in the suburbs. Director Jean-Luc Godard described his movie as “Alice In Wonderland meets Franz Kafka.” In English and French with subtitles. Su, 2/12, 6-8pm. $7 general, $6 seniors, students, $5 members. Good Luck Macbeth Theatre Company, 713 S. Virginia St., http://artemisiamovies.weebly.com.
CLASSIX FOUR: TEMPTATION: Reno Philharmonic Orchestra Classix concert features Mozart’s Overture to Cosi fan tutte, Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3 and Dvorak’s Symphony No. 6. Guest soloist is pianist Conrad Tao. Su, 2/12, 4pm; Tu, 2/14, 7:30pm. $33-$89. Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St., (775) 323-6393.
2017 Lunar New Year Festival
2/12:
COME IN FROM THE COLD: The family entertainment series continues with a performance by Sage Creek. Seating is limited to 200 people. Sa, 2/11, 7pm. $3 suggested donation. Western Heritage Interpretive Center, Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 828-6612.
EVAN HARRIS: A JOURNEY THROUGH MY EYES: The singer performs songs from Into the Woods, Grease, Spring Awakening, Memphis and other Broadway hits. Su, 2/12, 7:30pm. $15. Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St., (775) 813-8900.
AN EVENING OF ROMANCE: This benefit for the Piper’s Opera House features the Colin Ross Jazz Quartet performing songs by Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, Hoagie Carmichael and Irving Berlin. Sa, 2/11, 6pm. $37.50 stag, $70 couple, military discount for active duty. Piper’s Opera House, 12 N. B St., Virginia City, (775) 847-0443.
TOM SCOTT WITH THE RENO JAZZ ORCHESTRA: The three-time Grammy award-winning saxophonist will perform with the 17-piece jazz orchestra. Su, 2/12, 2pm. $15-$35. Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, University of Nevada, Reno, 1335 N. Virginia St., (775) 372-6160, http://renojazzorchestra.org.
NEVADA WIND ENSEMBLE AND SYMPHONIC BAND: The program features contemporary and traditional works for wind band. W, 2/15, 7:30pm. $5, free for University of Nevada, Reno students with ID. Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, University of Nevada, Reno, 1335 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4278.
A SONG FOR YOUR VALENTINE: Classical guitarist and singer Elizabeth Busch Letourneau will sing a variety of love songs in the library’s gallery. Sa, 2/11, 2-3pm. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.
The Chinese Association of Northern Nevada celebrates the Year of the Rooster with traditional Chinese food and a variety program featuring acrobatics and ballet, traditional Chinese dancing and musical performances. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 12, at the Celebrity Showroom inside the Nugget Casino Resort, 1100 Nugget Ave., Sparks. Tickets are $10-$30. Call 356-3300 or visit www.chinesenevada.org.
LOVE LETTERS: Downtown Dance Collective presents a dance concert featuring works that call the viewer into reflections on love. Tu, 2/14, 7:30-9pm. $17 general admission, $15 students. Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St., (775) 329-0661, www.ddcreno.com/loveletters.
SEX WITH STRANGERS: Good Luck Macbeth presents Laura Eason’s erotic comedy/ drama. F, 2/10, 7:30-9:30pm; Sa, 2/11,
7:30-9:30pm; Su, 2/12, 2-4pm; F, 2/17, 7:309:30pm; Sa, 2/18, 7:30-9:30pm; Th, 2/23, 7:30-9:30pm; F, 2/24, 7:30-9:30pm; Sa, 2/25, 7:30-9:30pm. $15-$18. Good Luck Macbeth
Theatre Company, 713 S. Virginia St., (775) 322-3716, www.goodluckmacbeth.org.
THE UNTAMED—99 PLAYS: Th, 2/9, 8pm; F,
2/10, 8pm; Sa, 2/11, 8pm; Su, 2/12, 2pm; W, 2/15, 8pm; Th, 2/16, 8pm; F, 2/17, 8pm; Sa, 2/18, 8pm. $20 general admission, $18 students, seniors, military, $25 at the door. Brüka Theatre, 99 N. Virginia St., (775) 323-3221, www.bruka.org.
THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES: Advocates to
SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH AT RLT: Bryan McAllister and Jordan Caroompas will perform their electronic jazz music as part of this monthly event presented by Reno Little Theater, For the Love of Jazz and 89.5 KNCJ. Su, 2/12, 10:30am. Pay what you can. Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St., (775) 813-8900.
End Domestic Violence and Carson City Vagina Monologues celebrate the spirit of womanhood with a reading of Eve Ensler’s Obie award-winning play. F, 2/10, 7pm; Sa, 2/11, 2 & 7pm. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St., Carson City, (775) 391-6234.
music BLIND ONION JAM: Northern Nevada Bluegrass Association hosts this intermediate/advanced jam. Pickers are expected to know the tunes and play up to speed. One bass player at a time (take turns). Beginners are welcome to play along or just sit outside the main circle. Second M of every month. Blind Onion Pizza & Pub, 834 Victorian Ave., Sparks, (925) 550-8694, www.nnba.org.
OnstAgE THE ALCHEMY OF AGING: Alchemist Theatre,
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an interactive spiritual theater experience, will examine this topic through prayer, meditation, music, sermons and live visual art. W, 2/15, 7:30-9pm. $15-$25. Center for Spiritual Living, Reno, 4685 Lakeside Drive, (513) 604-7690.
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