BAC's flatbed concert, fundraisers, music, art and more highlight weekend around Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a number of activities, gatherings, virtual or not, happening around the Carson City region. Safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.

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Here's a rundown of activities over the next three days:

Friday, July 10
— Bookend summer with great reads, activities during 2020 Carson City Library Learning Challenge (all day). From June 13 to July 31, Summer Learning Challenge participants complete a certain number of virtual programs, activities and reading, depending on their age. Prizes are earned for registration and completion, and participants track all their reading time in a simple app. Everyone who registers will be eligible to receive a special take-home kit, with fun activities to log with their reading.

— Foothill Garden Education Series Online Event. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. hosted by the Greenhouse Project. In this installment, we'll be discussing the importance of a chemical-free landscape in maintaining healthy, low-maintenance gardens and orchards. Exploring the relationship between predators and prey, plants and their allies, and our cultivated spaces and wild places is a wonderful way to find your own holistic approach to gardening and landscape management.

— Nevada Artists Association Spirit of America Show. 12 to 4 p.m. at 449 W. King St. The Spirit of America proves to be alive and well in this judged show. Entries are from Nevada Artists Association NAA member and non-member artists from Northern Nevada and are divided into judged categories including oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, dry media, 3D art, photography, digital art and mixed media. Everyone is invited to the awards presentation and reception.

— Dancing Class at Yaple's Ballroom Dance Studio. 3 to 4 p.m. at 315 N. Carson St. Join us for some dancing! No partner needed. Learn dance steps to all Ballroom and Latin dances. A Mix of mini dance routines and line dances. Improve turns and balance. Good for anyone who is wanting to learn to dance.

— Virtual Hour of Code. 4 to 5 p.m. hosted by the Carson City Library. Do you enjoy coding? Then join us for one hour of computer programming each month! No prior experience needed. This month, learn how to code and make magic on screen with creative challenges inspired by the wizarding world. Connect code blocks, see the Javascript and learn how to make feathers fly, fireworks fizz and bang, compose music, and more in these Harry Potter Coding challenges!

— FUNdraiser for advocates to end domestic violence at Classy Seconds. 4 to 6 p.m. at 3590 Gordon St. We are big supporters of AEDV's cause, and we participated in their biggest fundraiser, Taste of Downtown, last year. We want to continue to do our part to support this nonprofit's purpose to support, serve, shelter, and empower survivors.

— Suspect Terrance at Bella Vita Bistro. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 1304 S. Stewart St. Suspect Terrane will be playing outdoors on the patio at Bella Vita. There's plenty of room to spread out! Bring your own chair if you like

— Virtual Open Mic Night at A to Zen. 6 p.m. at 1803 N. Carson St. In light of COVID-19, A to Zen Gift Shop in Carson City is hosting a virtual open mic night every Friday at 6 p.m. Interested participants can record their performance and send the video with the link above.

— One Way Street Promo Party at Living the Good Life. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 1480 N. Carson St. We will be back in the public for the first time this summer. Come hear great cover tunes and get to hear our songs on their new album.

— DaVinci and Drinks at the Carson Valley Art Centerenter. 7 to 10 p.m. at 1539 Hwy 395 N. Suite 2 in Gardnerville. Come and enjoy some drinks and art in Gardnerville! Cost is $35 per attendee.

— Friday Night Karaoke at the Whiskey Tavern. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at 3481 Hwy 50 E. in Carson City. Come hang out with the Whiskey Tavern and J and M Productions as we sing the night away every Friday! Must be at least 21 years old.

Saturday, July 11
— Huge Golf Club Blowout Sale at Downtown Coin. 8 a.m. at 111 W. Telegraph St. Clubs on sale for beginners all the way to pro line equipment! There will be 40 year’s accumulation in one place.

— Carson City Farmer's Market. 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the corner of 3rd and Curry St. The Carson City Farmer’s Market has returned every Saturday with fresh fruits, vegetables and much more!

— Meditation Secrets for Women with Jenn Andrews. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Carson City Yoga, 305 N. Carson St. Jenn is once again offering her amazing day long meditation workshop virtually. Join her online for discussion, practice, and community. This is a great time to deepen your meditation practice, and discover how your practice can support you as you move in the world.

— Nevada State Treasurer presents Nevada's economic response to Covid-19 to Lyon County Democrats. 10 a.m. This Saturday, July 11, State Treasurer, Zach Conine, will present a live update on the state of the Nevada economy to Lyon County Democrats via Zoom. Mr. Conine will discuss the impact of the Coronavirus on the Nevada economy and the outlook for recovery in the coming months. A question and answer session will follow his presentation. Don't miss this important update.

— Quilting Class at Dayton's Calvary Baptist Church. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 4 Flowery Ave. in Dayton. Beginning quilting, seasoned quilters join together. If you don't quilt, bring whatever you craft. We have plenty of room.

— Train Rides at the Nevada State Museum. 10:40 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 2180 S. Carson St. Come to the museum for train rides featuring V&T No. 25! Train rides operate from 10:40 a.m. to 4 p.m.

— Virtual Girls Who Code. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. hosted by the Carson City Library. Girls grades 3-5 can join us virtually via Zoom. Gain future job skills, promote STEM interest, foster camaraderie and inspire confidence, all while learning the basics of coding! Registration to GirlsWhoCode HQ is required, so please email creativelearning@carsoncitylibrary.org to learn more about registration and how to receive an invite to join this program online via Zoom.

— Summer Time Adoption at Carson City's Pet Smart. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 250 Fairview Dr. Come join us and meet some great small dogs. Social distancing and masks are required please. We have dogs that really want to find a forever home!

— Lord of Irons 5th Annual Summer Bash. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Veterans Resource Center, 106 E. Adams St. in Carson City. The Veterans Resource Center of Carson City gives HOPE to our local Veterans, and in our small way, we can give that most precious of gifts to men and woman that served this country that is in need. While in our 4 years of providing hope, we have made a real difference, we need your help. Demand has far outstripped the VRC’s resources; our Veterans need all our combined efforts.

— Nevada Artists Association Spirit of America Show. 12 to 4 p.m. at 449 W. King St. The Spirit of America proves to be alive and well in this judged show. Entries are from Nevada Artists Association NAA member and non-member artists from Northern Nevada and are divided into judged categories including oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, dry media, 3D art, photography, digital art and mixed media. Everyone is invited to the awards presentation and reception.

— BAC's Flatbed Concert Series continues with Phreemium. 6 p.m. at 449 W. King St. Cool jazz on a hot summer night, Phreemium will be driving through the streets of the Silver Oak neighborhood ending at Mankins Park around 8:15. Please practice social distancing and wear your masks.

— Alias Smith at Living the Good Life. 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 1480 N. Carson St. Living the Good Life has safety and a Living a Good Life protocols in place for your health and your enjoyment of a wonderful evening in place. Limited seating so please reserve your table.

— DaVinci and Drinks at the Carson Valley Art Center. 7 to 10 p.m. at 1539 Hwy 395 N. Suite 2 in Gardnerville. Come and enjoy some drinks and art in Gardnerville! Cost is $35 per attendee.

— Live Music at Ponderosa Saloon in Virginia City. 8 p.m. at 106 C Street. There is no doubt how much fun and sing-a-long that happens when we play this fun and awesome establishment. You will have a Rock N Roll good time, guaranteed!

Sunday, July 12
— Bookend summer with great reads, activities during 2020 Carson City Library Learning Challenge (all day). From June 13 to July 31, Summer Learning Challenge participants complete a certain number of virtual programs, activities and reading, depending on their age. Prizes are earned for registration and completion, and participants track all their reading time in a simple app. Everyone who registers will be eligible to receive a special take-home kit, with fun activities to log with their reading.

— Girl Scouts of Sierra Nevada offers virtual Camp-In Camp Out as alternative summer option (all day). While the COVID-19 pandemic forced many camps to cancel their summer 2020 programs, Girl Scouts of the Sierra offers a safe, affordable alternative for girls to experience the beloved summertime tradition. With Camp Wasiu II’s Virtual Camp-In Camp Out, girls can fight learning loss with engaging science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) activities. Camp Wasiu II’s Virtual Camp-In Camp Out is Sunday, July 12 through Thursday, July 16.

— Summer Time Adoption at Carson City's Pet Smart. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 250 Fairview Dr. Come join us and meet some great small dogs. Social distancing and masks are required please. We have dogs that really want to find a forever home!

— Mystery Bingo at Pioneer Crossing Casino. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 4 Pine Cone Rd. in Dayton. Mystery Bingo Games can be horizontal, vertical, four corners, "X", or a picture frame! Win a share of $270 games played!

— Sunday Maker "Morning" at The Nest. 12 to 4 p.m. at 3189 Hwy 50 East in Carson City. Come make things with us! Bring supplies or use some of ours, use the creative momentum of others to fuel your own inspiration! Perfect for Artists, Developers, Modeling enthusiasts, and so many more.

— Monthly Church Potluck at Silver Hills Community Church. 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 4555 S. Edmonds Dr. in Carson City. Bring a dish to share for a lunch potluck to be held after the service. Stay to fellowship with our church family and share a meal. Second Sunday of every month.

— Nevada Artists Association Spirit of America Show. 12 to 4 p.m. at 449 W. King St. The Spirit of America proves to be alive and well in this judged show. Entries are from Nevada Artists Association NAA member and non-member artists from Northern Nevada and are divided into judged categories including oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, dry media, 3D art, photography, digital art and mixed media. Everyone is invited to the awards presentation and reception.