The countdown to Christmas is on as we head into the first day of the work week. Events around the capital city Monday include a free yoga class offered through Partnership Carson City, the first day kickoff of a Holiday Gift Making Camp at the Brewery Arts Center, a Carson River Trails Project open house hosted by Parks, Recreation and Open Space, a Carson City Democratic luncheon featuring a Bernie Sanders campaign presentation, West Coast swing dancing at Carson Lanes and more.
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Monday
— Capital City Arts Initiative Presents: Saludos Amigos. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Saludos Amigos", by artist Justin Favela at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. The exhibition will be in the gallery from now through January 29, 2020. The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The reception and the exhibition are free and the public is cordially invited. The gallery is open Monday through Friday. In this installation, Favela will collage imagery from famous animated films that depict Latin American culture. Using his signature "piñata style" Favela will make large scale murals with tissue paper and glue that will break down images from films like “The Three Caballeros”, “The Emperor's New Groove” and “Coco.” These films celebrate Latin American culture but through the investigation of the imagery, Favela will highlight the exoticism and Hollywood fantasy that falsely represents an entire culture. Favela, a Las Vegas native, makes work in a piñata style exploring his identity as a Latino from Las Vegas with Mexican and Guatemalan parents. He makes his work with traditional craft materials like tissue paper and cardboard, making anything from sculptures to large scale paper installations. A lot of his work is labor intensive and benefits from assistance and creative input from community members who help build and conceptualize his projects.
— Open studio basic painting at the Brewery Arts Center. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 449 W. King Street. Students will work on their own paintings from subject matter they have chosen. The instructor, Mark Tompkins, will work one-on-one with each student to help them complete their project from start to finish. Each student must supply their own materials. Students may choose to paint in either water colors, oils, or acrylic paints.
— Sanders campaign presentation on tap at Carson City Democratic luncheon. 11:30 a.m. At Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon, Jacob Allen will give a presentation on Bernie Sanders' presidential campaign, and will field questions from area Democrats still undecided ahead of February's precinct caucuses. Born in Reno and raised in Sparks, Jacob is a lifelong resident of Northern Nevada. He currently serves as the Northern Nevada Political Associate for Bernie 2020. He earned his BA in Economics and International Affairs from the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) after transferring from Truckee Meadows Community College (TMCC). Jacob worked a series of part time jobs to cover tuition costs, one as the defensive backs coach at Spanish Springs High School. He also signed on as an organizer for the Save Our Schools (SOS) Washoe ballot initiative that raised sales tax revenue for desperately needed school construction projects. During his college career, Jacob developed an interest in politics. In 2015 he helped found Students for Bernie groups at both TMCC and UNR. He served in student government at both colleges and interned with Senator Catherine Cortez Masto. He also became testing coordinator at TMCC, leading the department for two years and working with low-income, immigrant and diabled community members on their English proficiency and GED attainment. This experience helped inspire him to join the Bernie Sanders' 2020 presidential campaign. This event is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Monday, December 16th, at the Carson City Round Table Pizza, 3325 Retail Drive just off College Parkway. Sponsored by the Democratic Men’s Committee, these luncheons help keep the lights on at Carson City’s Democratic HQ. An all-you-can-eat pizza and salad bar lunch buffet is available for $7.99. Water is free, extra charge for fountain drinks. Suggested donations of $5 or more gratefully accepted but are not required. All are welcome. For further information contact Rich Dunn at 434-8783 or richdunn@aol.com.
— Carson City Parks, Rec and Open Space to host Carson River Trails Project open house. 4 p.m. The Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department will host an open house for the Carson River Trails Phase II Project.
The project is funded by a grant from the Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act (SNPLMA), which will construct a non-motorized multi-use pathway on the east side of Prison Hill, through Silver Saddle Ranch, and along the Carson River through Buzzy’s Ranch connecting to Riverview Park. Department staff and a representative from the design team will be on hand to show project maps and answer questions. The open house will be held in the Bonanza Room at the Community Center, 851 E. William St., on Monday, Dec. 16 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Following the open house, the Open Space Advisory Committee will review and comment on the plans in the Sierra Room at the Community Center. For additional information please contact Gregg Berggren, Trails Coordinator at gberggren@carson.org or 775.887-2262, ext. 7219.
— Holiday Gift Making Camp 2019 at the Brewery Arts Center begins. 4 to 6 p.m. The Brewery Arts Center invite you to register for “Holiday Craft Camp,” which will have your kids creating Holiday arts, perfect for gifting to friends and families. Camp is at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St. Sign up online at BreweryArts.org, Facebook or by calling 775-883-1976. Our talented instructor, Andrea, was the instructor for both the Holiday Craft Camp last winter and Exploring Nature Through Arts and Crafts last summer. Tell your friends! It’s a BLAST! This camp is for children ages 6-13, and only costs $100 to take part in the holiday fun. Class begins Monday, December 16 and goes until Friday, Dec. 20 from 4 to 6 p.m.
— New location, more space: Free Partnership Carson City yoga series loosens up Mondays. 5:15 p.m. Anyone is welcome to join Partnership Carson City for its free Wellness Yoga series Mondays at 5:15 p.m. for one hour at the Carson City Community Center. “All ages, genders — absolutely anyone is encouraged to come and take a physical and mental break with us,” said Hannah McDonald, executive director of Partnership Carson City. “It’s a free, alternative way to take some time for yourself. We want participants to walk away achieving more mindfulness, to de-stress and manage pain and to experience an improved outlook.” Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and bring mats, though Partnership has limited supplies. The course is taught by independent contractor Adria White. Sessions continue to Dec. 16. The community center is located at 851 E. William St. Enter on the west side of the center, the side of the library. Classes are first come, first served with room for approximately 35 attendees.
— Monday night throwing class at Ogres-Holm Pottery. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 1215 S. Carson Street. Drop in sessions are $45 or $175 for a 6 week, open start class, including open studio anytime during the 6 weeks. For more information or to schedule studio time visit the Ogres-Holm Pottery Website or Facebook page or by calling 775-461-3616.
— West Coast Swing Dance. 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the Carson Lanes Family Fun Center, 4600 Snyder Ave. Join the High Sierra Swing Club every Monday for a night filled with West Coast Swing dancing! Beginners class at 5:30 followed by an Intermediate class at 6:30, $8 each. Free social dance following lessons from 7:30 to 10 p.m.
ONGOING AND UPCOMING EVENTS
— Brewery Arts Center is hosting Santa and His Village through Christmas Eve. Santa Clause is coming to town! You can catch him at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W King St. beginning weekly through Dec. 22. Visits and photos with Santa will be by appointment Thursdays and Fridays. You can book an appointment by calling 775-720-2542. You can book an appointment starting at 3 to whenever! These days are first come first serve: 11/30, 12/1, 12/7, 12/8, 12/14, 12/15, 12/21, and 12/22. Our times on Saturdays and Sundays are 12-5. We will also be there Christmas Eve from 11-2. Feel Free to bring your pets!
— Carson Mall Holiday Craft Underway. Show will be held now until Dec. 24 in the interior of the mall. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Each vendor offers a unique gift the vendors change every week. Please watch the Carson Mall's Facebook Page here for more information on the events and list of vendors. For Vendors that are interested in having a booth please come to the Carson Mall or Call 775-671-8150. Spaces are still available.
— The Twelve Days of Christmas: Thanking our Carson City community for shopping local. Shop local at participating businesses and receive a drawing ticket! This is our way of thanking the community for shopping local. Participating stores are: Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery, Due Sorella (fondly known as Two Sisters), Kaleidoscope, Mom & Pops Diner, The Purple Avocado, Morley's Books, Postal Annex, Rustically Devine, Touched by Angels home and garden gift shop, Gather, The Bike Smith,Carson Jewelry & Loan, Scoups Ice Cream & Soup Bar and a special gift given by My Dream Photography. Click on the hyperlink above and then click the flier for details.
— Carson City's Vitalant is hosting a 'Food & Toy Drive' through Dec. 22 to benefit local charities. Carson City's Vitalant, located at 256 E Winnie Ln, is hosting a food drive and gift drive now through Dec. 22 to benefit Northern Nevada Dream Center and the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Nevada. Gifts can be any age range so long as they are unwrapped. Food items include unexpired canned foods or meats, non-perishable boxed foods, peanut butter, etc. For a complete list of most needed items please email gwagner@vitalant.org. Drop off items at Vitalant, formerly United Blood Services, 256 Winnie Lane at the following days and times: Saturday - Sunday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Wednesday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.
— Carson City area food drive happening now to Dec. 21 to benefit Food For Thought. Krisha Caraway with Valley Realty and Management is hosting a food drive to benefit Food For Thought in Carson City. The food drive runs now through Dec. 21 and items can be dropped off between the hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday to her office in Valley Realty and Management located at 302 E William Street.
Or you can call, text her at 775-400-6650 to schedule a pick up and she will come to you.
Established in 2007, Food for Thought was founded on the goal to feed hungry children on the weekend so they can return to school Monday ready to learn. Each Friday, Food for Thought provides a healthy bag of food to hungry children in Carson City, and parts of Douglas County, allowing these children to eat on the weekends and to arrive at school on Monday nourished and ready to learn. Items that are most beneficial to be accepted are:
— 2.05 oz. Easy Mac and Cheese Cup
— 7.5 oz. Beef Raviolis Cans/Cups
— 7.5 oz. SpaghettiO’s Cans/Cups
— 7 oz. Spaghetti and Meatballs Cans/Cups
— Granola Bars
— Individual Cereal Boxes or Cups
— 7 oz. Beefaroni Cans/Cups
— Individual 4 oz. Fruit Cups
— Individual 4 oz. Veggie Cups (found at Walmart)
— Cheese/Peanut Butter Crackers
— Gallon-sized Plastic Ziplock Bags
Note: All items must be single serve size. For more information on Food For Thought please go to: http://nvfoodforthought.org/ For more information on Krisha Caraway, please go to: www.nvhomedreams.com.
— Ron Wood Family Resource Center looking for volunteers during the Holidays. Ron Wood Family Resource Center is gearing up for the holidays. We are looking for volunteers to help distribute food for our children and families in need. If you can spare a couple of hours or more during the week, please call Ron Wood Family Resource Center at (775) 884-2269 or stop by our office at 2621 Northgate Lane No. 62 in Carson City. There is no better gift than giving to those less fortunate.
— Carson City Santa Events Roundup for 2019: How, when and where you can find Old St. Nick. While it isn't quite Christmas-weather yet, I'm assuming at some point it will get cold and we can finally get into the upcoming holiday spirit! When that time comes, there are a ton of great Santa-related events going on in Carson City for you and the little ones to enjoy. Go here for the 2019 Santa Claus Roundup in Carson City. Email editor@carsonnow.org if you have a Santa related event and wish to put it on the list.