This Week

Events

ART AFTERNOON: WORKSHOP AND SOCIAL

FOR SENIORS: Enjoy a guided tour and a studio art class along with light refreshments. Monthly tours and projects are designed for participants of all levels of experience and offer an engaging and interactive experience. Second F of every month,

1-3pm. $7 general, $6 NMA members.

Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty

St., (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart. org. ART WALK RENO: The monthly art walk features works of local and regional artists on display in venues within the Arts District, between Liberty

Street and Second Street and Virginia

Street and Arlington Avenue. The walk officially begins at 5 p.m. at

Liberty Fine Art Gallery where you can purchase a ticket, which includes a glass, raffle ticket and program for the evening. Galleries include Sierra

Arts Gallery, Noble Pie Parlor, Singer

Social Club and Neapolitan Gallery, inside the Monolith Bar. A portion of all proceeds from Art Walk Reno will be donated to non-profit groups focused on art, education and community. First Th of every month, 5-9pm.

$10. Liberty Fine Art, 100 W. Liberty

St., http://artspotreno.com. CARSON SIERRA SPINNERS AND WEAVERS

GUILD DEMONSTRATIONS: The Historic

Huffaker School will be open for viewing of live demonstrations by the

Carson Sierra Spinners and Weavers

Guild and for self-guided tours. Park rangers will offer guided tours of the historic school house at 1pm. Sa, 1/9, 9am-3pm. Free. Huffaker Schoolhouse,

Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000

Bartley Ranch Road, www.washoecounty.us/parks. HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS: The exhibition

basketball team returns to Reno.

Tu, 1/12, 7pm. $23-$80. Reno Events

Center, 400 N. Center St., 335-8800. KTMB’S CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING

PROGRAM: Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful’s Christmas Tree Recycling program offers residents in Washoe County 10 drop-off locations, including Bartley Ranch Regional Park, Rancho San Rafael Regional Park and Shadow Mountain Sports Complex in Sparks, as well as Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District fire stations in Cold Springs, both Washoe Valley stations, Spanish Springs, Silver Knolls and Lemmon Valley. The Christmas trees will be chipped into mulch that will be used for park and weed abatement projects. M-Su, 9am4:30pm through 1/10. Visit website for

details, http://ktmb.org. PICTURES OF THE UNIVERSE: Join mem-

bers of the Astronomical Society of

Nevada as they present pictures of the known universe and discuss the phenomena in our night sky. The presentation will be followed by viewing the night sky. Sa, 1/9, 5pm. $5 suggested donation. Galena Creek Visitor

Center, 18250 Mt. Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948, www.galenacreekvisitor center.org. RENO LATIN DANCE FEST: This four-day

dance festival has workshops taught by professional instructors, night parties with hours of social dancing with some of the best Latin DJs and an evening showcase where dance couples and teams from all over the nation entertain the audience with their performances. 1/7-1/10, 5:30pm. $35-$250. Silver Legacy Resort Casino, 407 N. Virginia St., (775) 8131143, www.renolatindancefest.com.

All Ages

BOWLING FUNDRAISER: The event ben-

efits the Sierra Nevada Children’s Choir and the Reno Youth Symphony Orchestras. Bowling starts at noon and ends at 7pm. There will also be a 50/50 cash raffle and concessions available for purchase. Sa, 1/9, 12-6:30pm. $10 per

ticket which includes two games and shoe rental. National Bowling Stadium, 300 N. Center St., (775) 327-4286, www.facebook.com/ SierraNevadaChildrensChoir.

HANDS ON! SECOND SATURDAYS: Enjoy

free admission, live performances, hands-on art activities and storytelling in this free monthly program for families. Second Sa of every month, 10am-6pm. Opens 1/9. Free. Nevada

Museum of Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333. INSIDE OUT: AN ANATOMY EXPERIENCE:

This exhibition will take you on a journey into the curiosities of human anatomy. Through digital and hands-on exhibits, you’ll learn how our bodies work, grow, age and heal. Tu-Su. $10 adults, children age 2 and older, $9 veterans and active duty military.

Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery

Museum (The Discovery), 490 S. Center

St., 786-1000, www.nvdm.org. JANUARY SCIENCE SATURDAY: Science

Saturday is designed for participants age 8 and older. Children ages 8-12 must be accompanied by an adult. One parent per family or group of up to six friends. This month’s event includes “Food in Space” with classically trained Chef Craig Rodrigue, a planetarium show We Choose Space featuring a tour of the International Space Station, a workshop on making and eating food in space and a simulation on traveling to and exploring the ISS on board the Starship Horizon Advanced Spaceflight Lab with virtual reality headsets. Sa, 1/9, 9:30am-1pm.

$12. National Automobile Museum (The Harrah Collection), 10 S. Lake St., (775) 333-9300. MONSTER FISH: IN SEARCH OF THE LAST

RIVER GIANTS: The exhibit features life-size sculptures, hands-on interactive exhibits and video installations that puts you face to face with more than 20 species of giant freshwater fish. Tu-Su through 4/16. $10 general admission, $9 veterans and active duty military. Terry Lee Wells Nevada

Discovery Museum (The Discovery), 490 S. Center St., 786-1000, www. nvdm.org. SSSNAKES ALIVE!: Learn about North

America’s four indigenous venomous snakes: the copperhead, cottonmouth, coral and rattlesnake.

The exhibit features more than 20 live venomous snakes along with dozens of interactive stations and imaginative displays. W-Su through 4/10. Opens 1/9. $9 adults, $8 children and seniors. Wilbur D. May Museum,

Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595 N. Sierra St., 785-5961. life-size sculptures, hands-on inter-

Art

ART INDEED! SIERRA MEMORIAL ART

SPACE: Luscious Abstracts. The abstract art gallery is open for First Thursday Art and Wine Walk on Jan. 7, the Riverwalk Wine Walk on Jan. 16 and the Artist Open House on Jan. 24. Gallery hours: Monday 1:30-6pm, Tuesday-Thursday 3:30-7pm or by appointment any day/evening of the week. Th, 1/7, 4-8:30pm; Sa, 1/16, 2-5pm; Su, 1/24, 2-5pm. Free. 142 Bell

St., 846-8367. HOLLAND PROJECT GALLERY: Resound.

This show highlights work by eight Nevadan artists whose influence has helped to shape the art in our region. Artists include Joan Arrizabalaga, Robert Morrison, Edw Martinez, Jim McCormick, Elaine Parks, Nancy Peppin, Fred Reid and Michael Sarich. Tu-F, 3-6pm through 1/8. Free. 140

Vesta St., (775) 742-1858. HOLLAND PROJECT MICRO GALLERY AT

BIBO COFFEE CO.: Afterburn Opening Reception. By examining grief through material affected by fire—a chaotic and uncontrollable energy— artist Summer Orr aims to express the emotion followed by heartbreaking events in one’s life. Through the medium of watercolor on paper adorned with wood and plant life (all materials that are quick to burn),

Orr’s exhibition Afterburn showcases the connection between events that are hard to accept emotionally and the very human condition of dwelling in the past. F, 1/8, 6-8pm. Free. 945

Record St., (775) 348-8087, www.hollandreno.org. OXS GALLERY, NEVADA ARTS COUNCIL:

Leeway. Reno artist Nate Clark examines order and structure through mark making. His paintings highlight the subtle contrast between the imperfections of hand-made marks and a methodical formula or scientific method. M-F, 8am-5pm through 3/11. Free. 716 N. Carson St.,

Ste. A, Carson City, (775) 687-6680 SHEPPARD CONTEMPORARY GALLERY,

CHURCH FINE ARTS BUILDING,

UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA, RENO:

Emily Arthur. Printmaker Emily Arthur’s solo exhibition in Sheppard Contemporary explores the ways in which she sees nature as an interdependent living force rather than as the backdrop for human events. M-F through 1/22. Free. 1664 N. Virginia St., 784-6658.

SIERRA ARTS GALLERY: Leslie King:

Personaje. King’s first major exhibit features her oil and acrylic paintings. The artist’s reception is on Thursday, Jan. 21, 5-7pm. M-Su through 1/30. Free. 17 S. Virginia St., Ste. 120, 3292787.

WINGFIELD PARK: The Light Chimes. Scott

Morgan’s light sculpture illuminates

Wingfield Park nightly with animated color palettes derived from Reno street murals, the artist’s own work and time lapses of the Milky Way.

M-Su, 4-10pm through 3/31. Free. 300

W. First St., 329-2787.

Museums

NATIONAL AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM (THE

HARRAH COLLECTION): SpaceMobiles:

From Rockets and Rovers to Cars on Mars. This exhibit takes a look at

America’s fascination with explorAmerica’s fascination with explor ing new frontiers and the machines that make it possible. M-Su through 4/11. $4-$10, free for members and 4/11 children age 5 and younger. 10 S. Lake children age 5 and younger. 10 S. Lake

St., 333-9300. St., 333-9300. NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART: A Visual

History. Experience Lake Tahoe landscapes through the eyes of 175 painters, photographers, architects, weavers and sculptors. The Nevada Museum of Art has organized the first major art historical survey exhibition of painting, Native baskets, photography, architecture and contemporary art dedicated to Lake Tahoe, Donner Pass and the surrounding Sierra Nevada region. W-Su through 1/10. $1-$10. 160 W. Liberty St., 329-3333.

History

Come in from the Cold Family Entertainment Series

Bartley Ranch Regional Park kicks off its annual family entertainment program on Saturday, Jan. 9, with a performance by Northern Nevada Bluegrass Association. January’s lineup includes Slide Mountain Band on Jan. 16, Sierra Sweetheart on Jan. 23 and The TRIO on Jan. 30. The series continues through March 12. Performances begin at 7 p.m. on Saturdays at Western Heritage Interpretive Center at Bartley Ranch Regional Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road. Admission is a suggested donation of $3 per person. Seating is limited to 200 people, so arrive early for best seating. Call 828-6612.

Music

TOCCATA: BRRROQUE MASTERS: Tahoe

Symphony Orchestra and Chorus’ concert features works by Mouret, Bach, Vivaldi, Corelli and Handel. F, 1/8, 7pm. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 341 Village Blvd., Incline Village; Su, 1/10, 3:30pm. $5-$35, free for youth under age 19 in non-reserved seating. Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 501 California Ave., (775) 313-9697, www.toccatatahoe.com.

Sports & Fitness

GALENA CREEK GUIDED HIKE: Join a natu-

ralist along one of the Galena Park trails and learn about the area. Bring water, sunscreen, hiking boots or snowshoes (if weather permits.) Sa, 10am through 3/18. Opens 1/9. $5 sug-

gested donation. Galena Creek Visitor Center, 18250 Mt. Rose Highway, (775) 849-4948.

RENO BIGHORNS: The D-league team plays the Rio Grande Valley Vipers.

W, 1/13, 7pm. $35-$125. Reno Events

Center, 400 N. Center St., (775) 8538220.

Onstage

THE ART OF ODISSI: Marigold Movement

Center and The Sands Regency Hotel host master teacher, dancer and scholar Anindita Nanda. This event is part of the debut of the Odissi

Residency Program, which will give students in the Reno/Tahoe area a opportunity for immersive study in the ancient Indian dance form. F, 1/8, 7-8pm. $20 advance, $25 door, $10 for kids, free for kids under age 5.

Marigold Movement Center, 2285 W.

Dickerson Road, www.marigoldmovementcenter.com.

MI VIDA GITANA: Written by Dañel Malán.

Charlie, a boy from Texas, is sent to live with his estranged mother in

Spain after his father dies in battle in Iraq. In the streets of Spain he befriends an orphan named Liliana who is owned by her Romani boss. A plan to run away and elope is foiled by Charlie’s mother and Liliana’s keeper, who scheme to falsely imprison Liliana. Tu, 1/12, 7:30pm; W, 1/13, 7:30pm; Th, 1/14, 7:30pm; F, 1/15, 7:30pm; Sa, 1/16, 7:30pm; Su, 1/17, 2pm.

$10. Reno Little Theater, 147 E. Pueblo

St., (775) 329-0661, http://renolittletheater.org. MICHAEL JACKSON: A THRILLING TRIBUTE

2016: The annual fund-raising event for the Autism Coalition of Nevada will include classics such as “Thriller,” “Billie Jean,” “Beat It” among other Michael Jackson hits. Sa, 1/9, 7pm. $20-$35. Eldorado Resort Casino, 345 N. Virginia St., (775) 786-5700, www. eldoradoreno.com.