FOR THE WEEK OF dEcEmbER 12, 2019 For a complete listing of this week’s events or to post events to our online calendar, visit www.newsreview.com. CANDY CANE EXPRESS: Enjoy the holiday season aboard vintage, heated coaches. The rides include hot chocolate, cider, candy canes and cookies. Departure times are at noon and 2pm. Reservations are recommended. Sat, 12/14, noon. $12$23. Virginia City, 166 F St., Virginia City, (775) 847-0380, virginiatruckee.com.
FESTIVE FRIDAYS: Celebrate the season and get in your holiday gift shopping during the first three Fridays in December. Businesses stay open until 7pm and provide refreshments for a shop-andsip walk through Historic Downtown Truckee. Fri, 12/13, 4-7pm. Free. Historic Downtown Truckee, Donner Pass Road, Truckee, www.historictruckee.com.
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A.V.A. Ballet Theatre presents its annual production of the holiday classic. Principal dancers who have performed with professional ballet companies such as Ballet West, Houston Ballet and the Diablo Ballet will perform the leading roles along side a large cast of local talent. The Reno Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Laura Jackson, will perform Tchaikovsky’s memorable score. Performances start at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 13; 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14; and 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15, at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts, 100 S. Virginia St. There will be a special Sugar Plum Party after the Saturday and Sunday afternoon performances where children can meet the Nutcracker characters. Tickets are $30-$63. Call 686-6600 or visit pioneercenter.com.
display of gingerbread houses and other creations and vote for your favorite for the People’s Choice award. Children can visit Santa Claus and share their holiday wishes or for a $5 fee create their own gingerbread house to take home. There will also be local choral groups performing seasonal music and holiday gifts and holiday fairy garden accessories for sale. Sat, 12/14, noon. Free. Wilbur D. May Center, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St., www.mayarboretumsociety.org.
GRINCH MADE ME DO IT SALOON CRAWL: Enjoy specialty holiday drinks at participating Virginia City saloons. Purchase your cup in advance. The crawl starts at 11am, with check in starting at 10:30am. Prize winners are announced during the Parade of Lights along C Street in downtown Virginia City. The parade starts at 5pm. Sat 12/14, 11am. $8-$12 for crawl cup, free admission to parade. C Street, Virginia City, (775) 847-7500, visitvirginiacitynv.com.
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ART AFTERNOON—WORKSHOP AND SOCIAL FOR SENIORS: Seniors are invited to spend the afternoon at the Nevada Museum of Art. Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class along with light refreshments. Advance registration is recommended. Fri, 12/13, 1pm. $6-$10. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart.org.
2019 SANTA TRAIN: Take a ride on the Santa Train featuring historic equipment from the Virginia & Truckee Railroad. Visit with Santa Claus and receive a candy cane aboard the train. Rides are offered on weekends through Dec. 22. Trains run every 30 minutes. Walk up tickets are available for every ride on event days. Sat, 12/14-Sun, 12/15, 10am. $5, free for children age 2 and younger sitting on lap. Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City, 2180 S. Carson St., Carson City, (775) 687-6953, nvculture.org/ nevadastaterailroadmuseumcarsoncity.
ART ANGELS SILENT AUCTION & RAFFLE: Sierra Watercolor Society’s Art Angels program provides free watercolor instruction and supplies to Washoe County elementary classes that do not have art, as well as four free watercolor workshops/year for children 6-12 in the community. This silent auction of original watercolor paintings by local artists and raffle of original and giclee watercolor paintings by guest artists is the primary fundraiser for Art Angels. Thu, 12/12-Sat, 12/14, 10am. Free. Wilbur D. May Museum, 1595 N. Sierra St., (775) 343-8100, www.sierrawatercolorsociety.com.
39 NORTH POLE VILLAGE: Stroll through the holiday lights and enjoy photos with Santa, kids’ activities and decorating contests. The heated vendor village tent provides guests with a cozy shopping experience as they browse local vendors and crafters. Returning this year is “The Griswold Challenge, “where local families and businesses compete in a light display contest inspired by Clark Griswold from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. The public will determine the winning team. Thu, 12/12-Sat, 12/14, 2pm. Free. Victorian Square Plaza, 1250 Victorian Ave., Sparks, (775) 690-2581, 39northdowntown.com.
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includes a brunch with Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and the elves, a magic show, arts and crafts, raffle prizes and a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Sat 12/14, 8am. $5-$20. Chateau at Incline Village, 955 Fairway Blvd., (775) 413-5145.
monthlong holiday festival features tree lightings, fireworks, live music, rail jams, train rides, special performances, ice sculptures, breakfast with Santa, ice skating performances starring Disney characters, a Ferris Wheel, virtual reality and more. Thu, 12/12Wed, 12/18. Heavenly Mountain, 4080 Lake Tahoe Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, theshopsatheavenly.com.
HOLIDAY FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: Wear your coziest pajamas and enjoy a screening of The Grinch, along with hot cocoa, popcorn and family photos. Thu, 12/12, 5pm. $2-$25. Duke Theatre, One College Drive, South Lake Tahoe, www.ltcc.edu.
HOMESTEAD HOLIDAYS: Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space present the inaugural old-fashioned holiday celebration featuring handcrafted decorations, displays of holiday lights and family activities for all ages. There will be horse-drawn wagon rides, chili, live music, appearances by Santa Claus and more. Admission to the event is free with minimal fees or donations for some of the activities. Parking at Silver Saddle Ranch requires driving on a dirt road for a short distance. Fri, 12/13-Sun, 12/15, 5-8pm. Free. Silver Saddle Ranch, 4901 Carson River Road, Carson City, (775) 283-7430, vwww.carson.org/parksandrec.
MICHAEL HEIZER—THE ONCE AND FUTURE MONUMENTS: As one of the last living figures who launched the Land Art movement, Michael Heizer’s legacy of works has had an incalculable influence on the world of sculpture and environmental art. William L. Fox discusses Heizer’s work with Alan Rapp, the editorial director at Monacelli Press in New York, publisher of Michael Heizer: The Once and Future Monuments. A book signing will follow the presentation. Thu, 12/12, 6pm. $8-$12. Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart.org.
NOEL NIGHTS: The Village at Northstar transforms into a winter wonderland featuring horse-drawn sleigh rides, outdoor ice skating, pictures with Santa and s’mores and hot cocoa by the fire pits every Friday through Dec. 20. During Noel Nights, bring two cans of food to receive $5 off ice skate rentals and help support the Truckee Community Christmas. Fri, 12/13, 5-8pm. Northstar California Resort, 5001 Northstar Drive, Truckee, www.northstarcalifornia.com.
NORTHERN LIGHTS: The monthlong holiday celebration features more than 30 events, including a tree-lighting ceremony, festivals and parties, concerts, theatrical productions and a bar crawl. Thu, 12/12-Wed, 12/18. Various locations in Crystal Bay and Incline Village, www.northernlightstahoe.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 and 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. Thu, 12/12Sun, 12/15, 5pm. $17-$46. V&T Eastgate Depot, 4650 Eastgate Siding Road, Carson City, (877) 724-5007, vtrailway. com/train-rides/the-polar-express.
RENO WINTER LIGHT FESTIVAL: The festival concludes with the Fire & Ice Show featuring an ice-carving competition, fire sculptures and art and fire dancing. Temporary public art pieces will also be on display at the ReTRAC Plaza and Wingfiled Park. Sat, 12/14, 5pm. Free. City Plaza, 10 N. Virginia St., (775) 334-4636, www.reno.gov.
RINK AT THE ROW: The outdoor ice skating rink is open through Feb. 16. Skating hours are 3-10pm on Monday-Thursday, noon-11:30pm on Friday-Saturday, and noon-9:30pm on Sunday, depending on weather and ice conditions. Admission includes skate rental. Get $2 off admission if you bring your own ice skates. Thu, 12/12-Wed, 12/18. $12$18. Rink at the Row, Sixth and Sierra streets, across from Circus Circus, www.circusreno.com.
SECOND THURSDAY TALK—ERWIN “CANNONBALL” BAKER: Speaker George Canavan will give a presentation on motorcycle racing pioneer Erwin “Cannonball” Baker. Thu, 12/12, 1:30pm. $5, free for NAM members. National Automobile Museum, 10 S. Lake St., (775) 333-9300.
SNOWBALL FESTIVAL: Celebrate the holidays with arts and crafts, face painting, custom balloons, photo ops, holiday snow tubing, snow parkour, a bounce house and “The World’s Biggest Cup of Hot Cocoa.” Sat, 12/14-Sun, 12/15, 10am. Free. Soda Springs Ski Resort, 10244 Soda Springs Road, Soda Springs, www.skisodasprings.com.
THOUGHT ON TAP: The University of Nevada, Reno Core Humanities program in collaboration with The Laughing Planet and the UNR’s College of Liberal Arts presents its public engagement series that brings together diverse faculty, staff, students and community members for important conversations around timely topics. This month’s topic is “Work and Money.” Thu, 12/12, 5:30pm. Free. Laughing Planet Cafe, 941 N. Virginia St., (775) 784-4447.
WEATHER FORECAST PREDICTABILITY—WHAT CAN WE KNOW AND WHEN CAN WE KNOW IT?: Local meteorologist Zach Tolby explores the predictability of weather forecasts. Get a behind-the-scenes look into how meteorologists are using ensemble and probabilistic weather models to predict weather with improved accuracy. Sat, 12/14, 2pm. Free, $5 suggested donation. Galena Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mount Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948.
WINTER BIRDS OF THE GALENA FOREST: Alan Gubanich, a long-time member of the Lahontan Audubon Society, will show slides and taxidermy mounts of over 20 species of birds that you can see in the Galena Forest when you hike the trails this winter. Sun, 12/15, 10am. Free, $5 suggested donation. Galena Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mount Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948.
WINTERFEST: The festive holiday attraction features the Holiday Express Christmas train ride, a narrated journey through thousands of Christmas lights inside Greater Nevada Field, and photo opportunities with Santa Claus in Santa’s Village. The Christmas train and Santa appearances take place from 5-9pm on Friday-Saturday, and 4-7pm on Sunday. The festival will also be open from 4-7pm on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 23-24. The train ride are $10 per person (children age 2 and younger ride free). Pictures with Santa are available for purchase with packages starting at $15. Fri, 12/13, Sat, 12/14, 5pm; Sun, 12/15, 4pm. $10-$15. Greater Nevada Field, 250 Evans Ave., www.facebook.com/ WinterFestReno.
ART ARTIST CO-OP GALLERY OF RENO: Where Santa Shops. The holiday show offers one-of-a-kind gifts and decorating items created by local artists, including paintings, drawings, photography and a large assortment of handmade ornaments, jewelry, pottery, gourds, hats, scarves, original holiday cards and more. The show and sale runs through Dec. 27. Thu, 12/12-Wed, 12/18, 11am4pm. Free. Artist Co-op Gallery of Reno, 627 Mill St., (775) 322-8896
