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. CARSON SIERRA SPINNERS AND WEAVERS

GUILD DEMONSTRATIONS: The Carson

Sierra Spinners and Weavers Guild is a group of local craft artists that promote appreciation and knowledge of fiber arts in the community. The

Historic Huffaker School will be open between 9am and 3pm for viewing of live demonstrations by the Spinners and Weavers and for self-guided tours. Park rangers will offer guided tours of the historic school house at 1pm. Sa, 3/12, 9am-3pm. Free. Huffaker

Schoolhouse, Bartley Ranch Regional

Park, 6000 Bartley Ranch Road, (775) 828-6612. FIDO FEST: Nevada Humane Society’s festival includes a dog marketplace of dog-themed art, gifts, jewelry, pottery, dog toys and dogs for adoption.

Sa, 3/12, 10am-2pm. Free. The Summit, 13925 S. Virginia St., (775) 856-2000 ext. 335.

LEPRECHAUN CRAWL: Thousands of

participants dressed in St. Patrick’s Day-themed attire will hit downtown bars, restaurants and nightclubs during the pub crawl. Revelers can purchase a commemorative cup and map that entitle them to drink specials, no cover and entrance into costume contests at participating venues. Sa, 3/12, 8pm. $5 for commemorative cup and map. Downtown

Reno, Virginia St.; (775) 624-8320, http://crawlreno.com. MIDTOWN MURAL TOUR: View up to 50

murals painted by local, national and international artists on this self-guided walking tour. Many of the murals are located in alleys, so be prepared to venture and discover hidden gems. If you want to hear more details about the murals, you can sign up for a guided tour. To schedule a guided tour, contact artspotreno@gmail.com. Second Sa of every month through 12/10. $10 for

guided tour. Blue Whale Coffee Co., 32

Cheney St., (775) 737-9003. NORTH LAKE TAHOE SNOWFEST: The

10-day winter celebration features parades, races, parties, music and more at various North Lake Tahoe venues. Through 3/13. Prices vary. Call for details, (530) 583-7167. OLD TREASURES|NEW FUTURE JEWELRY

ESTATE SALE & FUNDRAISER: The third

annual jewelry extravaganza offers shoppers the chance to get bargains on jewelry while also raising money for the Women & Children’s Center of the Sierra programs. Ticket includes a glass of champagne. Th, 3/10, 5-8pm. $25 each or $40 for two. Atlantis

Casino Resort Spa, 3800 S. Virginia St., (775) 825-7395, http://waccs.org. RIBS & ZIN: An event to support Shelby

Adams, who is living with Stage IV metastatic cancer, with cost of treatment and living expenses. Sa, 3/12, 5pm. $40-$50. midTown Wine

Bar, 1527 S. Virginia St., (775) 800-1960, www.ribsandzin.com. SHAMROCK SHINDIG: The Rotary Club of

Reno Centennial Sunset hosts this event featuring beer, wine and food.

Proceeds will fund charitable projects to give back to the community. Sa, 3/12, 5-7pm. $50 per person. Bishop

Manogue Catholic High School, 110

Bishop Manogue Drive, (775) 870-6935, www.bishopmanogue.org. SUSAN KAUFFMANN: PSYCHOLOGY OF

NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP: Horse

trainer Susan Kauffmann will discuss horse behavior and culture as it relates to human interactions. F, 3/11, noon. $10 general admission, free for

NMA members. Nevada Museum of

Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart.org. TEEN SCIENCE NIGHT: Explore the

entire museum and take part in a wide range of activities. Hosted and organized by The Discovery’s Teen Advisory Committee. Sa, 3/12, 7-10pm. $5. Nevada Discovery Museum, 490 S. Center St., (775) 786-1000.

All Ages

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. Free. Nevada Museum of

Art, 160 W. Liberty St., (775) 329-3333, www.nevadaart.org. INSIDE OUT: AN ANATOMY EXPERIENCE:

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

Wells Nevada Discovery Museum (The

Discovery), 490 S. Center St., (775) 786-1000, www.nvdm.org. JIBS FOR KIDS PROGRESSION SERIES: A

freestyle progression-oriented series of competitions, Jibs 4 Kids is geared towards kids who are 12 years old and younger. The series encourages kids to show off their best freestyle tricks on progressively bigger and more technical terrain park features. Open to skiers and riders of all skill levels, Jibs for Kids will take place in the beginner area at Homewood’s Happy Park. Sa, 3/12, 9am-2:30pm.

Homewood Mountain Resort, 5145 W.

Lake Blvd., Homewood, (877) 525-7669, http://skihomewood.com. 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 4/24. $10 general admission, $9 veterans and active duty military. Terry Lee Wells Nevada

Discovery Museum (The Discovery), 490 S. Center St., (775) 786-1000. SMALL WONDER WEDNESDAY: Families

with children 5 years old and younger are invited to play, explore and listen to stories read by the museum’s educators. Only children age 5 and younger are admitted to Small Wonder Wednesdays, which start at 9am, an hour before the museum opens. Older siblings may join at 10am. Third W of every month, 9am. $8 per

person; free for members and babies under age 1. Terry Lee Wells Nevada Discovery Museum (The Discovery), 490 S. Center St., (775) 786-1000. SSSNAKES ALIVE!: This interactive exhibition encourages visitors to embrace their fear as they discover the secrets of 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. $9 adults, $8 children and seniors. Wilbur D. May Museum,

Rancho San Rafael Regional Park, 1595

N. Sierra St., (775) 785-5961, www.facebook.com/WilburMayCenter. SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE

PROGRAM (SNAP) OUTREACH CLINIC:

The Food Bank of Northern Nevada hosts SNAP outreach clinics to assist low-income families and individuals in applying for SNAP benefits. First come, first served. Th, 10am-noon. Free. Downtown Reno Library, 301 S. Center St., (775) 327-8312.

Art

CARSON CITY COURTHOUSE GALLERY: For

Detail View. Jeff Hantman creates his wood sculptures using found wood objects and printmaking techniques. M-F, 8am-5pm through 5/25. Free. 885

E. Musser St., Carson City, www.arts-initiative.org. CLASSROOM GALLERY, OATS PARK ART

CENTER: Cirque. Recent paintings and drawings by Michelle Lassaline. M-Su through 3/12. 151 E. Park St., Fallon, (775) 423-1440. E.L. WIEGAND GALLERY, OATS PARK ART

CENTER: I Wonder If I Care As Much. Mixed-media installation featuring art by Timothy Conder, Nick Larsen

Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry

Virginia City will hold its 25th annual tasting contest and St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Saturday, March 12. More than 20 cooks will serve up their favorite dishes made from beef and sheep testicles as they compete for prizes and bragging rights. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tastings range from $5-$12. Visitors can also check out the St. Patrick’s Day Parade along C Street starting at noon or belly up to the bar during the Ball Breaker Saloon Crawl. Tickets are $20 for a crawl cup, which includes a free beer and discounts on specialty drink orders at participating saloons. Visit www.visitvirginiacitynv.com.

—Kelley Lang