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this wEEK
from Sept. 14, 2017
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9/14:National Championship Air Races The roar of race planes will echo across the North during the 54th annual event, which showcases six Valleys different classes of race planes, some of which can reach speeds over 500 mph. The air races and air show, which kicked off on Sept. 13, includes up-close access to racing aircraft, pilots and crews in the “pits,” military aircraft displays, air performers and other attractions, such as Brad Wursten Airshows, the National Drone Racing Championship, Texas Flying Legends Museum (featuring the B-25J “Betty’s Dream,” pictured above) and LivFast FMX. Gates open at 8 a.m. Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 14-17, at Reno Stead Airport, 4895 Texas Ave., Stead. General admission tickets are $5-$35. Weekend passes, pit passes and grandstand tickets are also available. Visit airrace.org.
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AN EVENING WITH ADAM JOHNSON: The
Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl keynote event features the awardwinning novelist reading from his recent work. Johnson is the author of several books, including FortuneSmilesand the novel TheOrphanMaster’sSon, which was awarded the 2013 Pulitzer Prize. There will be a question-andanswer session following the reading, which will be moderated by Hugh Shapiro, associate professor of history at the University of Nevada, Reno. Pre-registration is required. Sat, 9/16, 6-7:30pm. Free. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 3229-3333.
ARCHAEOLOGY AND ETHNOGRAPHY OF BLACK
ROCK CITY: Cultural anthropologist Deborah A. Boehm and archaeologist Carolyn L. White from the University of Nevada, Reno will discuss their multi-year, cross-disciplinary approach to studying Black Rock City and its inhabitants. Hear stories about the information they collect and analyze to understand the city and community of Burning Man. Thu, 9/14, 6-7pm. $12
general admission, $8 NMA members. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 3229-3333, www.nevadaart.org. BISHOP MANOGUE OPEN HOUSE: Bishop
Manogue Catholic High School invites parents and prospective students to an open house featuring academic program presentations, athletic and extracurricular overviews and campus tours. Wed. 9/20, 4pm. Free. Bishop Manogue Catholic High School, 110 Bishop Manogue Drive, (775) 336-6000.
CARSON CITY GHOST WALKING TOUR: Learn
about Carson City’s rich and intriguing history and hear paranormal stories and gossip from the past during this guided walking tour of the downtown district’s west side historic homes and businesses, led by the ghostly Madame Curry, a fictional character named after the widow of one of Carson City’s founders, Abe Curry. These scheduled tours leave rain or shine. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the walk begins. Sat, 9/16, 6:30pm. $15-$20, free for children age 3 and younger. Corner of Third and Curry streets, Carson City, (775) 3486279, carsoncityghostwalk.com.
DARK NIGHTS OF SCIENCE LECTURE
SERIES: Carlos Mariscal, historian and philosopher of science at the University of Nevada, Reno, kicks off the lecture series by discussing the many revolutions science encountered as it became a discipline. Sat, 9/16, 6:30pm. Free. Coffeebar Reno, 682 Mount Rose St., (775) 391-8620, www.facebook. com/NNSciAlliance. DOWNTOWN RENO PROM PUB CRAWL: Embrace
your inner prom queen or wallflower during the second annual pub crawl. Dress to the nines and relive your high school fantasy and enjoy drink specials at participating venues, including The Waterfall Hookah Lounge, Harrah’s Reno, Third Street Bar, The Jungle, Tonic Lounge and Pizza Reno. Tickets are $5-$30 for crawl cups, corsages, boutonnieres and prom photos. Proceeds benefit Aly’s Prom Closet, Volunteers of America, Veteran’s Guest House and the Food Bank of Northern Nevada. Sat, 9/16, 7pm. $5-$30. The Jungle, 246 W. First St., (775) 746-0717, eventbrite.prompubcrawl.com.
GUITAR STRINGS VS. CHICKEN WINGS: Six
restaurants and five bands will go head to head during this event to benefit the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science. Fri, 9/15, 5pm. $5 donation. The Village at Squaw Valley, 1750 Village East Road, Olympic Valley, (800) 403-0206, squawalpine.com.
NEVADA HUMANITIES LITERARY CRAWL: The
fourth annual event features dozens of fiction, non-fiction and poetry readings, workshops, panel discussions, familyfriendly activities and an appearance by Adam Johnson, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of TheOrphanMaster’sSonat the Nevada Museum of Art. Crawl venues include Sundance Books and Music, Arte Italia, Arts for All Nevada, Ceol Irish Pub and 1864 Tavern, among others. Sat, 9/16, 2:30-8pm. Free. Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., and other venues along California Avenue and nearby streets, (775) 784-6587, nevadahumanities.org.
SATURDAY NIGHT STAR PARTY: The Jack
C. Davis Observatory hosts free star parties every Saturday night year round, starting at sunset. Sat, 9/16, 6pm. Free. Jack C. Davis Observatory, 2699 Van Patten Drive, Carson City, (775) 857-3033.
S.T.E.A.M. SATURDAYS: Explore an ever-
changing selection of hands-on STEAM projects. Educational and entertaining materials will be available throughout the day. Sat, 9/16, 10am. Free. South Valleys Library, 15650 Wedge Parkway, (775) 851-5190.
WOMEN AS CHANGE MAKERS 2017: This
one-day summit features a lineup of female speakers who have taken the road less traveled, learned valuable lessons along the way and cultivated success on their own terms. The event includes networking, a light breakfast, lunch, tea and coffee and a marketplace showcasing female-owned businesses. Fri, 9/15, 8am-6pm. $65-$350. Atlantis
Casino Resort Spa, 3800 S. Virginia St., www.wacm.co.
ART
ART INDEED ABSTRACT ART GALLERY: The
gallery is open during the Riverwalk Wine Walk and will also be open every weekend in September from 11am until 5pm. Sat, 9/16, 1:30pm. Free. Art Indeed Abstract Art Gallery, 142 Bell St., (775) 846-8367.
FOR THE WEEK OF sEpTEmbER 14, 2017
ARTISTS CO-OP OF RENO: Let’EmRun.This
is a benefit art show and sale for Lacy J. Dalton’s Wild Horse Foundation, which focuses on preserving, recovering and providing sanctuary and homes for Nevada’s wild horses and burros. The show runs daily through Sept. 30. Thu, 9/14-Wed, 9/20, 11am-4pm. Free. Artists
Co-op of Reno, 627 Mill St., (775) 322-8896, www.artistco-opgalleryreno.com.
CLASSROOM GALLERY, OATS PARK ART CENTER:
HallowedAbsurdities.Mixed-media works by Theodore Waddell. The exhibition runs through Nov. 18. Thu, 9/14-Wed, 9/20. Free. Classroom Gallery, Oats Park Art Center, 151 E. Park St., Fallon, (775) 423-1440, www.churchillarts.org.
COURTHOUSE GALLERY, CARSON CITY
COURTHOUSE: IndustrialArtSports Edition.Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition features the design work of five northern Nevada sports equipment designers and manufacturers. The show runs through Sept. 28. The gallery is open Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Thu, 9/14-Fri, 9/15, Mon, 9/18-Wed, 9/20, 8am-5pm. Free.
Courthouse Gallery, Carson City Courthouse, 885 E. Musser St., Carson City, www.arts-initiative.org.
E.L. WIEGAND GALLERY, OATS PARK ART
CENTER: AmericanLandscapes.Multimedia installation by Willem Volkersz. The show runs through Nov. 18. Thu, 9/14-Wed, 9/20. Free. E.L. Wiegand Gallery, Oats Park Art Center, 151 E. Park St., Fallon, (775) 423-1440, www.churchillarts.org.
GALLERY WEST, MCKINLEY ARTS & CULTURE
CENTER: WombtoTomb,BirthtoEarth, DusttoDust.In this series of prints and books, Lauren Cardenas pays homage to something that was lost—using digital print along with traditional print methods to evoke a sense of longing and aloneness. The exhibition is open Monday-Saturday through Oct. 6. Thu, 9/14-Sat, 9/16, Mon, 9/18-Wed, 9/20, 8am-5pm. Free. Gallery
West, McKinley Arts & Culture Center, 925 Riverside Drive, (775) 334-2417.
MCKINLEY ARTS & CULTURE CENTER:
ImaginedNewPaintedImages.Mixed media painter Bruce Clark’s work integrates photography and paint to create surreal industrial-looking images on canvas. The show runs Monday-Friday through Oct. 6. Thu, 9/14-Fri, 9/15, Mon, 9/18-Wed, 9/20, 8am-5pm. Free. McKinley
Arts & Culture Center, 925 Riverside Drive, (775) 771-5512.
METRO GALLERY: DesertDreams.Peter
Ruprecht’s photography attempts to capture the natural spirit of people and places all across the world. His work is on view Monday-Friday through Oct. 6. Thu, 9/14-Fri, 9/15, Mon, 9/18-Wed, 9/20, 8am-
5pm. Free. Metro Gallery, 1 E. First St., (775) 334-2417.
NORTHWEST RENO LIBRARY: A40-Year
CollectionoftheArtofLadyJill.Plein air watercolorist Lady Jill Mueller presents favorite works from her personal collection over the last 40 years. This display will be up Monday-Saturday through Oct. 25. Thu, 9/14-Sat, 9/16, Mon, 9/18-Wed,
9/20. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100. REID HOUSE GALLERY AND STUDIO: EcLectic
Art.DJD Foundation for Freedom of Expression presents an exhibition of abstract art by Javier Sosa. The artist reception is Sept. 16, 5-8pm. Viewing times are noon to 6pm on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday through Sept. 30. Thu, 9/14, Sat, 9/16-Sun 9/17, Tue,
9/19, noon-6pm. Free. Reid House Gallery and Studio, 515 Court St., (775) 391-2668, www.arthealswarwounds.com.
SIERRA ROOM AT CARSON CITY COMMUNITY
CENTER: TahoeClarity.The Capital City Arts Initiative presents a photography exhibition by artist Dylan Silver. The artwork will on view Monday-Thursday through Nov. 9. Thu, 9/14, Mon, 9/18-Wed,
9/20, 5-8pm. Free. Sierra Room at Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St., Carson City, www.arts-initiative.org.
SPARKS HERITAGE MUSEUM & CULTURAL
CENTER: AColorfulLife.Sierra Watercolor Society’s judged exhibit for 2017 is the largest exhibit of new watercolor paintings by local artists. Both framed and unframed original paintings are available for sale. The exhibit runs TuesdaySaturday through Sept. 30. Thu, 9/14-Sat, 9/16, Tue, 9/19-Wed, 9/20. Free. Sparks
Heritage Museum & Cultural Center, 820 Victorian Ave., Sparks, (775) 852-1583, www.sierrawatercolorsociety.com.
ST. JAMES INFIRMARY: ArtistIndustry
Night.Drink a local brew, paint, draw and listen to music. Discuss ideas and network with other visual creatives. Thu, 9/14, 9pm. Free. St. James Infirmary, 445 California Ave., (775) 657-8484.
THE HOLLAND PROJECT MICRO GALLERY:
InContempt.The exhibition features work by tattoo artists Maya Claiborne and Brooke Warn. InContemptwill be on display through Oct. 6. The opening reception is on Sept. 15, 6-8pm. Thu, 9/14-Wed, 9/20. Free. The Holland Project Micro Gallery at Bibo Coffee Co., 945 Record St., www.hollandreno.org.
mUsEUms
NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART: AndreaZittel:
Wallsprawl.On view through Dec. 31; City ofDust:TheEvolutionofBurningMan. On display through Jan. 7; Unsettled. The exhibition runs through Jan. 2; View fromthePlaya:PhotographsbyEleanor Preger. The exhibition runs through Jan. 7. Thu, 9/14-Sun, 9/17, Wed, 9/20,
10am. $1-$10. Nevada Museum of Art, (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart.org.
TERRY LEE WELLS NEVADA DISCOVERY MUSEUM (THE DISCOVERY): AT.rexNamedSue. At
42 feet long and 12 feet high at the hips, Sue is the largest, most complete, and best-preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered. A dramatic, life-sized skeleton cast of Sue is the centerpiece of this exhibition that also features digital and hands-on interactive exhibits that help you uncover Sue’s past and explore the field of paleontology. The exhibition runs through Jan. 15. Museum hours are 10am5pm on Tuesday, Thursday-Saturday, 10am to 8pm on Wednesday and noon to 5pm on Sunday. Thu, 9/14-Sun, 9/17, Tue,
WILBUR D. MAY MUSEUM: SherlockHolmes
&theClocktowerMystery.A shocking crime has been committed, and Victorian London’s most celebrated detective needs your help to find out “whodunit.” Challenge your powers of observation and deductive reasoning as you work to solve a baffling mystery. The exhibition runs through Oct. 29. Museum hours are 10am to 4pm Wednesday and Thursday, 10am to 8pm on Friday and noon to 4pm on Sunday. Thu, 9/14-Fri, 9/15, Sun, 9/17,
Wed, 9/20. $8-$9. Wilbur D. May Museum, 1595 N. Sierra St., (775) 785-5961.
FILM
FILM AND SHORTS OF BURNING MAN: Marian
Goodell, CEO of the Burning Man Project, explores her favorite Burning Man films, shorts and documentary clips. Sat, 9/16, 1-3pm. $12 general admission, $8 NMA members. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333.
PELÉ—BIRTH OF A LEGEND: Artemisia
Moviehouse presents a screening of the film based on the life of the Brazilian sports legend. The film stars Vincent D’Onofrio and Brazilian musical star Seu Jorge. Sun, 9/17, 6pm. $5-$9. Good Luck Macbeth Theatre Company, 713 S. Virginia St., artemisiamovies.weebly.com.
MUSIC
MUSIC INDUSTRY NIGHT: Open your ears
to local albums, national releases and more. Make new friends, meet other creatives and/or fans. Drink local beer, plan upcoming projects and learn about events going on in the area. Sometimes a band or two will drop in to perform. Wed, 9/20, 9pm. Free. St. James Infirmary, 445 California Ave, (775) 657-8484.
SAMBADA: Based in the rich musical traditions of Brazil, the band references salsa and cumbia and blends them playfully with funk and reggae beats. Wed, 9/20, 7pm. $23-$35.
Boathouse Theatre, Valhalla Tahoe, 1
Valhalla Road off Highway 89, South Lake
Tahoe, (530) 541-4975, valhallatahoe.com.
SUNDAY JAZZ AT RLT: The jazz music event
features singer Jackie Landrum with Ron Savage on keyboards. Sun, 9/17, 7pm. Paywhat-you-can admission. Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St., (775) 813-8900.
SUNDAY MUSIC BRUNCH: Enjoy live music
by Colin Ross and brunch presented by chez louie. The menu features artful dishes, mimosas and a Bloody Mary bar. Reservations recommended. Sun, 9/17, 10am-2pm. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 284-2921.
ONSTAGE
EQUIVOCATION: Reno Little Theater presents
Bill Cain’s play. It’s 1606 and the British government commissions “Shagspeare” to create a new work about a national crisis as told from their point of view.
Shag must decide to what degree he is willing to equivocate about the truth while maintaining his integrity as an artist. Performances are 7:30pm
Thursday-Saturday and 2pm on Sunday through Sept. 24. Thu, 9/14-Sat, 9/16, 7:30pm; Sun, 9/17, 2pm. $15-$25. Reno Little NICK-N-BOBBY ACT WEIRD FOR ABOUT AN HOUR:
A comedy extravaganza incorporating sketch comedy, stand-up and music featuring Nick Josten and Bobby Benedict. Thu, 9/14-Fri, 9/15, 8pm; Sat, 9/16,
9:30pm. $5. The Potentialist Workshop, 836 E. Second St., (775) 683-7422.
THE NUTCRACKER AUDITIONS: A.V.A. Ballet
Theatre holds auditions for its annual holiday production of TheNutcracker. Go to website for details. Sat, 9/16, 3pm; Sun,
9/17, noon. Conservatory of Movement, 73 W. Plumb Lane, www.avaballet.com.
RENO IMPROV SHOW: Join Reno Improv for an evening of spontaneous comedy. Every week is a new show. Sat, 9/16, 8pm. $5 donation. The Potentialist Workshop, 836
E. Second St., (775) 686-8201.
SPORTS & FITNESS
EDIBLE PEDAL 100: The century bike ride is a fundraiser for the Rotary Club of
Reno Sunrise. The course includes five ride distances—10, 32, 50, 74 and 100 miles. Enjoy great views and a post-ride barbecue featuring locally sourced food. Sun, 9/17, 6:30am. $35-$70. Bowers
Mansion Regional Park, 4005 Bowers
Mansion Road, New Washoe City, (775) 393-9158, www.ediblepedal100.org.
GUIDED HIKE: Enjoy a guided hike through
Galena Creek Park with a local specialist.
Please bring appropriate clothing and plenty of water. The hike intensity varies, depending on the audience. Sat, 9/16, 10am. Free. Galena Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mount Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948.
IDLEWILD HEALTH WALKS: These
interpretative walks are a safe and supportive environment designed to offer people in all stages of Alzheimer’s and their care-partners an opportunity to get outdoors, get some exercise and socialize with their peers. Tue, 9/19, 10am. Free. Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation Office, Idlewild Park, 50 Cowan Drive, (775) 784-1807.
RENO 1868 FC: Reno’s professional soccer club takes on the OKC Energy FC. Wed, 9/20, 7pm. $12-$24. Greater Nevada Field, 250 Evans Ave., www.reno1868fc.com.
SENIOR HEALTHY WALKING PROGRAM: Center
for Healthy Aging offers a free walking program for people 50 years of age and older. Snacks and water will be provided at the walk. Wed, 9/20, 9am. Free. Meadowood Mall, 5000 Meadowood Mall Circle, (775) 384-4324.
LIFESTYLE
ADULT COLORING: No skills are required for this program geared toward adults.
Bring your colored pencils and coloring pages or use supplies at the library. Wed, 9/20, 6pm. Free. South Valleys Library, 15650 Wedge Parkway, (775) 851-5190.
BRIDGE GROUP: Learn and play bridge with other players. All skill levels are welcome. Fri, 9/15, 1pm. Free. South
Valleys Library, 15650 Wedge Parkway, (775) 851-5190. ECLECTIC EVENING BOOK CLUB: This
month the book club discusses The UndergroundGirlsofKabul:InSearchof aHiddenResistanceinAfghanistanby Jenny Nordberg. Wed, 9/20, 5pm. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325 Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.
LIFESCAPES: In this program, seniors are given an opportunity to write and share their memoirs. New members are always welcome. Lifescapes is a project sponsored by the Washoe County
Library System, Osher Lifelong Learning
Institute (OLLI), and the Department of English at the University of Nevada,
Reno. Lifescapes meets the second and fourth Thursday of the month. Thu, 9/14, 1pm. Free. South Valleys Library, 15650
Wedge Parkway, (775) 851-5190.
LIFESCAPES: In this program, seniors are given an opportunity to write and share their memoirs. New members are always welcome. Lifescapes is a project sponsored by the Washoe County Library
System, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), and the Department of English at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Lifescapes meets the first and third
Wednesday of each month. Wed, 9/20, 1pm. Free. Northwest Reno Library, 2325
Robb Drive, (775) 787-4100.
SPANISH CONVERSATION WINE & APPETIZERS:
A monthly free event organized by Training Connexion for English speakers to practice Spanish in a relaxed and casual way. Bring your favorite wine or recipe. The group meets on the second Thursday of the month. Thu, 9/14, 6pm. Free. Training Connexion, 4600 Kietzke Lane, (775) 224-6271.
TUESDAY NIGHT YARN CREW: All skill levels
and yarn-crafts are welcome. Bring your project to this “sit and knit.” Tue, 9/19, 5:30pm. Free. South Valleys Library, 15650 Wedge Parkway, (775) 851-5190.
CLASSES
DRINK & DRAW: An unorthodox figure drawing class with limited formal instruction and maximum visual stimulation from an assortment of the following: nude models, burlesque performers, musicians, staged still lifes, running films and projected images.
Basic drawing supplies are available, but you can bring your own materials. First and third Wednesdays, 7-9pm. Wed, 9/20, 7pm. $10-$20 suggested donation. Reno
Art Works, 1995 Dickerson Road, (651) 361-0757, www.renoartworks.org.
GENEALOGY OPEN LAB: Beginner,
intermediate and advanced family researchers are all welcome. Learn how to build your family tree, discover your ancestors and impress your family with your research skills. Fri, 9/15, 11:30am. Elizabeth Sturm Library, Truckee Meadows Community College, 7000 Dandini Blvd., (775) 674-7602.
KIDS ART ADVENTURES: Budding artists
ages 6-10 explore a variety of mediums including drawing, pastels, watercolor and more. Supplies are included in cost. Class size is limited to 15 participants. Wed, 9/20, 4pm. $40. Lake Mansion, 250 Court St, (775) 826-6100, www.artsforallnevada.org. Photo Credit: Joe & Jen Photography
