FOR THE WEEK OF nOvEmbER 14, 2019 For a complete listing of this week’s events or to post events to our online calendar, visit www.newsreview.com. GHOST TOUR: Explore Nevada’s oldest hotel and various sites in and around the hotel with several Northern Nevada Ghost Hunters members guiding the way. Thu, 11/14, 7pm. $25-$40. Gold Hill Hotel, 1540 Main St., Gold Hill, nngh.net.
GREAT FIREARMS—A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE: John Byck, assistant curator in the department of arms and armor at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, explores key aspects of fine historical firearm design. From ingenious mechanisms to beautiful decorations to perfect balance, this lecture will explore key aspects of fine historical firearm design from the 16th century through the modern period. Sat, 11/16, 11am. $5-$12. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., www.nevadaart.org.
GREAT GATSBY PARTY: Brain Recovery
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: RINK AT THE ROW
Lace up some skates and hit the ice this week when Reno’s outdoor ice skating rink opens for the season at its new location in downtown Reno. The rink opens on Monday, Nov. 18, at the lot across from the Circus Circus Reno, on the corner of Sierra and Sixth streets. The 9,000-square foot ice skating rink will be open seven days a week through Jan. 7. The tentative schedule is 3 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday-Thursday, noon to 11:30 p.m. on Friday-Saturday, and noon to 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, depending on weather and ice conditions. Admission is $15-$18 for adults, $12-$15 for children up to age 12 and seniors age 65 and older, and $13 for military personnel or University of Nevada, Reno students with ID. Visit www.circusreno.com or www.facebook.com/CircusCircusReno.
Assistance Institute Nevada presents a Great Gatsby-themed party in honor of Denny Granata. 1920s attire encouraged, but not required. The evening includes cocktails, appetizers, raffle, silent auction and casino-style games and scavenger hunt for prizes. Proceeds benefit Josh Morros—Because I Can Foundation. Fri, 11/15, 1:30pm. $40-$100. National Automobile Museum, 10 S. Lake St., (775) 440-1234, brainnevada.com.
GUIDED TOUR OF LAKE MANSION: Members of Historic Reno Preservation Society offer a guided tour of the Lake Mansion. Fri, 11/15, 1pm. Free. The Lake Mansion, 250 Court St., (775) 826-6100.
HANDMADE FOR THE HOLIDAYS: More than
EvEnTS A CONVERSATION WITH JESSICA BRUDER: The University of Nevada, Reno Donald W. Reynolds School of Journalism, in partnership with Nevada Humanities, presents the 2019 Robert Laxalt Distinguished Writer Jessica Bruder. Bruder is an award-winning journalist and author known most recently for her book Nomadland, which documents the lives of nomadic Americans who travel from job to job out of economic necessity. Mon, 11/18, 7pm. Free. Wells Fargo Auditorium, Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center, University of Nevada, Reno, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-6531, events.unr.edu.
ALPENGLOW’S WINTER SPEAKER SERIES: Join Dave Nettle for a humorous look at many of the different methods he’s used over the years to approach climbs into the mountain ranges of the world and how they were a major factor in the enjoyment, richness and success of the experience. The show will wrap up with an account of his recent trip to East Africa and ascents of Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya. Raffle and bar proceeds benefit Adventure Risk Challenge. Thu, 11/14, 7pm. Free. Olympic Village Lodge, 1901 Chamonix Place, Olympic Valley, www.alpenglowsports.com.
ANIMAL ARK OPEN NOV. WEEKENDS: The wildlife sanctuary will be open on weekends in November, weather permitting. Please call prior to departure to confirm the facility is operational. Sat, 11/16-Sun ,11/17, 11am-3pm. $8.50-$13, free for children age 2 and younger. Animal Ark Wildlife Sanctuary, 1265 Deerlodge Road, (775) 970-3111, www.animalark.org.
BACKCOUNTRY FILM FESTIVAL: Tahoe Mountain Sports, Tahoe Backcountry Alliance and Alibi Ale Works present the return of the film festival, produced each year by Winter Wildlands Alliance as a celebration of the human-powered experience and a gathering place for the backcountry snowsports community. Sat, 11/16, 6-10pm. $10. Alibi Ale Works, 10069 Bridge St., Truckee, www.facebook.com/ TahoeMountainSports.
BOURNE MORRIS READING AND SIGNING: The author of the Red Queen mystery series will read from her newest book A Woman of Two Minds. Thu, 11/14, 6:30pm. Free. Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., (775) 786-1188.
40 vendors offer a variety of handmade items at the fourth annual holiday craft show. There will be a raffle to benefit the Reno Initiative for Shelter and Equality. Sat, 11/16-Sun, 11/17, 10am. Red Hawk Golf & Resort Event Center, 6600 N. Wingfield Parkway, Sparks, (702) 480-7813, www.facebook.com/ HandmadeForTheHolidaysSparks.
HOUSING AND EMPLOYMENT IN A PRECARIOUS ECONOMY: Sundance Books and Music presents a lunchtime panel on housing and employment in a precarious economy, featuring 2019 Robert Laxalt Distinguished Writer and author of Nomadland Jessica Bruder. Mon, 11/18, noon. Free. Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., (775) 786-1188.
JOHN BANOVICH ON KING OF BEASTS—A STUDY OF THE AFRICAN LION: John Banovich’s exhibition, King of Beasts, features more than 40 artworks that explore questions about mankind’s deep fear, love and admiration for these creatures. Join Banovich as he discusses his advocacy and love for these big cats. A book signing will follow the talk. Fri, 11/15, 6pm. $5-$12. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., www.nevadaart.org.
NEVADA HUMANITIES SALON—STORYTELLING IN THE SILVER STATE: Join Nevada Humanities for an informative discussion about cultural and education advocacy and how the work of public officials and advocates has helped shape the cultural and educational life of Nevadans. Fri, 11/15, 6pm. Free. Sundance Books and Music, 121 California Ave., (775) 786-1188.
NEVADA WOMEN’S FALL EXPO CRAFT FAIR & BAZAAR: Visit with more than 100
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST: Oscar
exhibitors featuring one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts from direct sales, local businesses and organizations. Fri, 11/15, 1pm; Sat, 11/16, 10am. $5-$20. Sports Authority, 4813 Kietzke Lane, (775) 7876017, www.nevadawomensexpo.com.
THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE: During this hour-long train ride, characters, entertainment and Santa Claus bring The Polar Express story to life. Riders will receive hot chocolate, a cookie and a souvenir silver sleigh bell. Rides depart at 5pm, 6:30pm and 8pm. The last train departs at 6:30pm on Dec. 24. Fri, 11/15Sun, 11/17, 5pm. $17-$46. V&T Eastgate Depot, 4650 Eastgate Siding Road, Carson City, vtrailway.com.
SECOND THURSDAY TALK: Speaker Rod Smith, who heads the docent program at the National Automobile Museum, will give a 30-minute talk on “The Evolution of Gasoline Quality.” Thu, 11/14, 1:30pm. $5 for talk, free for members. National Automobile Museum, 10 S. Lake St., www.automuseum.org.
THOUGHT ON TAP: The University of Nevada, Reno Core Humanities program, in collaboration with The Laughing Planet and the UNR College of Liberal Arts, presents the second season of Thought on Tap—a public engagement series that brings together diverse faculty, staff, students and community members for important conversations around timely topics. Thu, 11/14, 5:30pm. Free. Laughing Planet Cafe, 941 N. Virginia St., (775) 7844447, www.unr/edu/core-humanities.
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Wilde’s famous comedy centers on John Worthing, a carefree gentleman and inventor of a fictitious brother, “Ernest,” whose wicked ways afford John an excuse to leave his country home from time to time and journey to London. Fri, 11/15, 7pm; Sat, 11/16, 1pm. $8-$10. Reno High School, Booth Street Theater, 395 Booth St., (775) 333-5050, www.tmcc.edu.
THE LIGHT BURNS BLUE: The TMCC Performing Arts Department and Damonte Ranch High School Drama Department present a production of Silva Semerciyan’s play inspired by the story of the Cottingley Fairies hoax. Thu, 11/14-Sat, 11/16, 7pm; Fri, 11/15, 3pm. $10 adults, $8 WCSD and TMCC students and staff. Damonte Ranch High School, 10500 Rio Wrangler Parkway, (775) 674-7610.
MATILDA THE MUSICAL: The Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company presents the Nevada premiere of the high-energy musical based on the Roald Dahl classic novel. The musical tells of a gifted young girl who develops telekinetic powers to help her overcome the wicked headmistress and save her abused teacher and classmates. Fri, 11/15-Sat,
11/16, 7:30pm; Sat, 11/16-Sun, 11/17,
2pm. $25-$28. Bob Boldrick Theater, Carson City Community Center, 850 E. William St., Carson City, (775) 445-4249.
NEVADA CHAMBER OPERA—ONCE UPON A TIME: Nevada Chamber Opera at the University of Nevada, Reno presents a program of lyrical scenes from musical theater and operas celebrating “The Royal Ball.” Fri, 11/15-Sat, 11/16, 7:30pm. $5-$20. Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, University of Nevada, Reno, 1335 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4278.
NIGHTINGALE STRING QUARTET: The University
COOKING WITH TURF: The Brewery Arts Center’s 2019-2020 Celtic Music Series continues with a performance by this Central Californian band, which performs traditional Irish and Scottish music, as well as other classic British, Breton and Galician tunes. Sat, 11/16, 7pm. $15-$25. Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St., Carson City, (775) 883-1976.
HANDEL’S MESSIAH: The University Symphony Orchestra, University Symphonic Chorus, University Concert Chorus and University Chamber Singers perform the popular English-language oratorio composed in 1741 by George Frideric Handel. Tue, 11/19, 7:30pm. $7, free for students with ID. Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, University of Nevada, Reno, 1335 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4278.
THE HUMANS: Stephen Karam’s dramedy tells the story of the Blake family’s Thanksgiving dinner where the heart and horrors of the fractured family are exposed Fri, 11/15-Sat, 11/16, 7:30pm; Sun, 11/17, 2pm. $15-$25, pay-what-you-can performance on Nov. 16. Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St., (775) 813-8900.
of Nevada, Reno’s resident orchestral career studies graduate student quartet presents its fall semester concert. Mon, 11/18, 5pm. Free. Hall Recital Hall, University of Nevada, Reno, 1664 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4278.
SELWYN BIRCHWOOD BAND: With his fiery guitar, memorable songs and gritty vocals, Selwyn Birchwood is a nextgeneration bluesman with a touch of Chicago style, Southern soul and boogie. There will be a free conversation with the artist titled “Pushing Blues into the Future” at 3pm, followed by the performance at 8pm. Sat, 11/16, 8pm. $10-$20. Oats Park Art Center, 151 Park St., Fallon, www.churchillarts.org.
SUNDAY JAZZ AT RLT: Reno Little Theater hosts the monthly jazz series. This month’s featured artist is Tristan Selzler, a multi-instrumentalist, composer, bandleader and educator based in Reno. Sun, 11/17, 7pm. Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo St., (775) 813-8900.
UNIVERSITY PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE FALL CONCERT: The group will present an evening of percussion ensemble music for large ensembles, chamber groups and soloists. Thu, 11/14, 7:30pm. $7, free for students with ID. Nightingale Concert Hall, Church Fine Arts Building, University of Nevada, Reno, 1335 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4278.
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