FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 18, 2017 For a complete listing of this week’s events or to post events to our online calendar, visit www.newsreview.com. IDENTIFYING WILDFLOWERS 101: Join botanist Emma Wynn to find out how identify local wildflowers. Sat 5/20, 2pm. Free. Galena Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mount Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948.
LAKE MANSION GUIDED TOURS CELEBRATION: Lake Mansion Guided Tours celebrates Historic Preservation Month with guided tours. No registration required. Fri 5/19, noon. Free. Lake Mansion, 250 Court St., (775) 826-6100.
LARRY WILSON: The local magician presents a program illustrating the scientific principles that make his illusions possible. Tue, 5/23, 5:30-6:30pm. Free. Spanish Springs Library, 7100 Pyramid Way, Spanish Springs, (775) 424-1800.
MINI-BIOBLITZ SERIES: Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation needs help gathering accurate data to reflect the health of local parks and habitats. BioBlitz is a day where attendees attempt to record and identify all forms of wildlife side-by-side with local experts and scientists. Sat 5/20, 9am-1pm. Free. Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 453-4791.
NAMI WALK AND TALK: The National Alliance on Mental Illness Northern Nevada holds its mental health gathering featuring music, food, speakers and resources. Sat 5/20, 9am. Free. The Bridge Church, 1330 Foster Drive, (775) 285-6264.
Chili on the Comstock
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More than 30 chili cooks will compete for a spot in the International Chili Society World Finals during the 34th annual chili cook-off on Friday and Saturday, May 20-21, in Virginia City. Those with strong constitutions can try a variety of chili ranging from $5 for four samples to $10 for 10 samples. Wash it all down with a cold drink (or four) during the Fireball Saloon Crawl. Purchase a cup and sample a variety of themed specialty drinks at participating saloons from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Crawl tickets are $15. On Sunday, visitors can build up an appetite before filling their bellies during the Fun with the Runs 5K race through the historic boom town, which kicks off at 10 a.m. Entry fees are $30 for adults and $15 for children ages 5-12. The cook-off takes place along C Street from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days of the event. Admission is free. Call 847-7500 or visit www.visitvirginiacitynv.com.
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AN EVENING WITH MIKALEE BYERMAN: Sundance Books and Music celebrates the release of the local writer’s new book 100 Things to Do in Reno Before You Die with a presentation, Q&A session and book signing. Wed, 5/24, 7-8:30pm. Free. Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., (775) 786-1188.
A CONVERSATION WITH DENNIS MCBRIDE AND JEFF AUER: The historians discuss McBride’s book Out of the Neon Closet. Tu, 5/23, 6:30pm. Free. Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., (775) 786-1188.
AN AFTERNOON WITH JIM HULSE: Sundance
A NEVADA ADVENTURE BUS TRIP: Retired
Books and Music celebrates the release of the author’s new book A Great Basin Mosaic. Sat, 5/20, 2:30pm. Free. Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., (775) 786-1188.
AN EVENING WITH JEREMY BENSON: Sundance Books and Music celebrates the release of the author’s new book Mountain Bike Tahoe: 50 Singletrack Routes with a presentation, Q&A session and book signing. Thu, 5/18, 7-8:30pm. Free. Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., (775) 786-1188.
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Nevada history teacher Fred Horlacher will debunk myths about Highway 50 aka “The Loneliest Highway in America” during this bus tour through Nevada, with an overnight stay in Eureka. The itinerary includes stops at Grimes Point, Sand Mountain, Ichthyosaur State Park, among other relevant locations. Orientation prior to the trip will be held at the Sparks Museum & Cultural Center on Thursday, May 18, at 7pm. The bus leaves at 6am on Friday, May 19, and will return at about 7pm on Saturday, May 20. Thu, 5/18, 7pm; Fri, 5/19, 6am; $250$275. Sparks Museum & Cultural Center, 814 Victorian Ave., Sparks, (775) 355-1144.
ASTRONOMY—JUPITER’S MOONS: Members of the Astronomical Society of Nevada discuss Jupiter’s four largest moons—Io, Europa, Ganymede and Callisto—known as the Galilean Satellites, after the astronomer Galileo, who observed them in 1610. The presentation will begin inside the Visitor Center at 7pm, followed immediately by outdoor telescope viewing. Sat 5/20, 7pm. Free. Galena Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mount Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948.
BIG AUCTIONS AND BIG DEALS: Robert Rodriguez will discuss his experiences at several major American coin auctions during this month’s Reno Coin Club meeting. The gathering features early bird prizes, quarter pot, raffle and more. Tue 5/23, 7pm. Free. Denny’s, 205 Nugget Ave., Sparks, (775) 815-8622.
THE FOLK AND THE LORE: This month’s event offers an evening of bilingual storytelling and films based on “Latino Reno.” Doors open at 5pm for social hour and chez louie cash bar. Stories begin at 6pm. Sat 5/20, 5pm. $8-$12. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333.
RENO STREET FOOD: The gourmet street food event features over 30 food, craft dessert, beer, wine and mixed drink vendors. Local musicians provide free live entertainment each week. Reno Street Food will be held every Friday night from May 19-Sept. 29. Fri 5/19, 5pm. Free. Idlewild Park, 1900 Idlewild Drive, (775) 825-2665.
SATURDAY NIGHT STAR PARTY: The Jack C. Davis Observatory hosts free star parties every Saturday night year round, starting at sunset. 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. Sat 5/20, 6pm. Free. Jack C. Davis Observatory, 2699 Van Patten Drive, Carson City, (775) 857-3033.
SPRING WINGS BIRD FESTIVAL: The annual event celebrates the spring migration of hundreds of species of birds that stop in Fallon, the Lahontan Valley Wetlands and Stillwater Wildlife Refuge as they travel on the Pacific Flyway. The weekend event features field trips to birding and wildlife hot spots in the Lahonton Valley wetlands, as well as hands-on activities, displays, keynote speakers and food trucks. The Bugs and Butterflies Insect Petting Zoo on May 19 will be held at the E.C. Best Elementary School Gym, 750 E. Williams Ave, Fallon. Fri, 5/19, 2:30pm, Sat, 5/20, 9am. Free for most events. Fallon Convention Center, 100 Campus Way, Fallon, www.springwings.org.
STEAM EXPO: The students and faculty of Coral Academy of Science will host the fourth annual event aimed to stimulate awareness, interest and discussion in the community about the importance of an integrated curriculum that includes the sciences, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. The event includes presentations, live demonstrations and hands-on activities. Sat 5/20, 11am. Free. Coral Academy of Science High School, 6275 Neil Road, (775) 331-4555.
STUDENT-MADE HOUSE CONSTRUCTION FAIR: Building trade students at Reno’s ACE High School are building a 1,540-squarefoot single-family home. Their work will be on display and the students responsible for the building of the home will be on hand to answer questions. This event will be on a live construction site. Participants assume all of the risks of participating in any/all activities associated with this event. Tue, 5/23, 4pm. Free. ACE High School Student-Made Homes, 4923 Hombre Way, (775) 331-4555.
ART ART INDEED ABSTRACT ART GALLERY: Wine Walk and Abstract Art. More than 80 paintings from local abstract artists on are display. A portion of proceeds will support Art Spot Reno. Light snacks and wine will be available. Sat, 5/20, 1:30-5pm. Free. Art Indeed Abstract Art Gallery, 142 Bell St., (775) 846-8367.
ARTE ITALIA: Color Fusion—The Art of Dick Marconi. Abstract works by ItalianAmerican artist Dick Marconi. The exhibition runs through July 30. Thu, 5/18-Sun, 5/21, noon. Free. Arte Italia, 442 Flint St., www.arteitaliausa.org.
ARTIST CO-OP GALLERY RENO: Myriad of Miniatures. Artist Co-op members and invited guests have created small gems in a variety of subjects. The show runs through May 31. Thu, 5/18-Wed, 5/24, 11am4pm. Free. Artist Co-op Gallery Reno, 627 Mill St., (775) 322-8896.
CCAI COURTHOUSE GALLERY: From the Ground Up. The Capital City Arts Initiative presents work by artist Gil Martin. The exhibit will be in the gallery through May 24. Thu, 5/18-Fri, 5/19; Mon, 5/22-Wed, 5/24, 8am. Free. CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St., Carson City, www.arts-initiative.org.
CARSON CITY VISITORS BUREAU: Great Basin Native Artists. Featured artists are Ben Aleck, Topaz Jones, Jack Malotte, Melissa Melero-Moose and Topah Spoonhunter. The exhibition closes June 19. Thu, 5/18Sat, 5/20; Mon, 5/22-Wed, 5/24, 9am. Free. Carson City Visitors Bureau, 716 N. Carson St., Carson City, (775) 687-7410.
