The Carson Valley Arts Council’s Copeland Gallery is hosting an exhibit that features the work of local artists Vickie Kingman and Eddie Ford. Eddie works in oils and watercolors. Eddie’s works feature landscapes and flowers. Vickie works with watercolors, oils and acrylics. Vickie’s works feature abstract landscapes.

You can view the new exhibit from February 2 through March 27, 2026 at the Copeland Gallery in Minden, Monday through Saturday from 10:00am-5:00pm. Their work will be available for purchase.

CVAC will host a free reception on Saturday, February 7 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, where there will be an opportunity to meet the artists and celebrate their 81st birthdays.

For additional information, you can call the Carson Valley Arts Council office at 775-782-8207 or visit their official website. Be sure to also follow them on Facebook for Arts Council news and updates!

Eddy Street Vintage Market is hosting a Saint Patrick’s Day themed pop-up on February 20-22; be sure to stop by and shop their curated selection of home décor and vintage goods. Eddy Street Vintage Market combines family, friends and a love of antiques, vintage, and decorative items.

• Friday & Saturday: 10:00am-5:00pm
• Sunday: 10:00am-4:00pm

For more information, check out Eddy Street on Facebook or visit their official website.

Join Lorna Burkhard in exploring the mysteries of snowflakes. Visit the Google Classroom and hear fascinating details, note snowflake vocabulary, and follow prompts to draw three types of snowflakes.
All supplies will be provided.

This class will take place on Saturday, February 21 from 10:30pm to 12:00pm.  A donation of $20 per participant is suggested. For more information, email lori.leonard@tnc.org, visit the event’s page on Facebook, and check out the Nature Conservancy in Nevada website’s page on the River Fork Ranch.

As part of a series in February 2026, violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn will perform a concerto on the ‘Red Mendelssohn Stradivarius’ violin with the TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus led by Guest Conductor Dr. Phoenix Delgado on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at CVIC Hall in Minden from 3:00pm-5:30pm.

For more information about this event, and to purchase tickets online, visit the TOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony’s website.

You can also visit the Carson Valley Arts Council website for more information and alternative ways to purchase tickets.

In this class you will learn the ins and outs of silversmithing by creating a bar necklace. You will choose a stone of your choice. Stones are semi-precious gemstones, including lapiz, turquoise, jasper, agate and many other options. In this class, we solder, cut, sand, polish, and set the stone to create a one-of-a-kind bar necklace.

With Instructor Carly Strauss of NV US Silver Works.

This class will take place February 28 from 10:00am-2:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Join Jacobs Berry Farm for their Open House event on Saturday, February 28 from 12:00pm-3:00pm. Their beautiful historic venue will be open for tours, and you’ll have the opportunity to wander the grounds. Meet their award-winning team—ready to answer your questions, share ideas, and help you turn your wedding vision into reality.

Whether you’re just starting to plan or putting the final touches on your day, this is the perfect chance to see, feel, and fall in love with the venue. For more information on Jacobs Berry Farm, visit their official website.

Kids Night Out is geared toward kids 6-12.

Upon arrival for the class, there will be pizza available for kids to enjoy. Once done eating they will start working on their Beaded flower Bracelet.

Younger kids will use Pony Beads and Older kids will use Seed Beads. The can make as many as they have time for. Don’t wait to register!

This class will take place February 28 from 5:00pm-7:30pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

In this first‑person living history program, local historians David & Gayle Woodruff recount their so-called “cherished” family vacations, sharing vivid memories of monuments of mystery, culinary curiosities, cross country chain smoking…and the many small mishaps (and triumphs) that shaped each journey. Through stories drawn from their own childhood vacations and family lore, the program blends humor, reflection, and regional color to illuminate how everyday people experienced the open road—turning personal anecdotes into a window of a shared American past.

This presentation will take place on March 1, 2026 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. Tickets will become available starting February 10, 2026. Spots are very limited, so reserve your ticket early. You can find out more and get tickets to this and other events by going to Minden Mill’s official website and selecting “Book an Experience” or clicking here.

You will receive a Stoneware mug unglazed, and learn about Stoneware glazes before the painting begins. Choose from over 100 different stoneware glazes. Stoneware glazes are normally reserved for studio members only. This class is for ages 16+.

What’s the difference between this Stoneware mug and a mug from the walk-in shelf?

Walk-in mugs are low-fire clay and use low-fire/stable glazes that stay put where you paint them. Stoneware glazes drip and flow. Low-fire clay cannot be put in the microwave where as Stoneware clay can be put in the microwave and even the oven. Most mugs at craft fairs are made of stoneware clay. Low fire clay gets fired at 1800* in the kiln and Stoneware clay gets fired at 2200* in the kiln. Cost includes studio fee.

This class will take place on March 6 from 5:30pm-7:00pm, and another class will be held on March 11 from 12:00pm-1:30pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

CVAC’s 2025-2026 Concert Series will feature Mustangs of the West on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 7:00pm at the CVIC Hall in Minden.

Mustangs of the West is a band with west coast roots steeped in both classic California country and folk rock: equal parts Emmylou Harris and Stevie Nicks, mixed with three and four-part vocal harmonies of The Eagles and early Beach Boys.

Advance tickets are $27 and kids under 18 are free with a paid adult ticket. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.cvartscouncil.com, by phone at 775-782-8207, or at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395, Minden.

On Saturday, March 7, join the Douglas County Historical Society from 11:00am-2:00pm for Family Day at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville, NV featuring special guests from the Lahontan Audubon Society. Plus, enjoy a day full of family-friendly activities and free admission to the museum!

To learn more about this and other events, visit the DCHS website, or check out their page on Facebook.

Join Michelle this March as she teaches how to make unique and one-of-a-kind spring and lavender themed projects…using Sierra Shadows Farm lavender, and other dried flowers, of course!

More details about pick-up times and location at the event. All materials-clay, glaze, and kiln firings are included. You bring your creativity!

This event will take place March 7, 2026 from 1:00pm-4:00pm. Tickets are $75 per person. You can find more information and reserve your tickets online through the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

In this class you will get a brief run down of the tools and adhesives used to make your mosaic project. Grouting will most likely happen in class, however grouting can be done at home if you run out of time. It is important to come with ideas to have a successful class (Pinterest has a bunch of inspiration). Charcuterie will be provided due to the length of the class. Please bring a drink with a lid.

Ages 10+

All the base shapes are cut by hand prior to the class so be prepared to choose a shape from the event photo or a custom shape when registering.

This class will take place on March 8 from 10:30am-2:30pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Discover the secrets of tea in this 4-part tea workshop taking place at Minden Mill Distilling on Sunday, March 8 from 2:00pm-4:30pm.

Experience the creativity of Minden Mill’s Mixologists with a custom cocktail or mocktail made just for this workshop, and nibble on one of Sierra Chef’s charcuterie boards. Learn about tea and botanicals with Chelsea and culinary lavender with Daunelle from Sierra Shadows Lavender Farm. While sampling your way through the flavors you will be using, blend a drinking tea as well as a bath tea to take home with you. Sip and savor one of Sierra Shadows’ teas blended specifically for tea lead readings while you learn how to read your own tea leaves. Ponder over your cup as you practice this art. Discover what StaySea from The Sea Wytch sees for you when she reads your tarot in a personal session. She can incorporate what you saw in your tea leaves with your tarot reading.

You can find more information on the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here. Space is limited so be sure to RSVP! Tickets are $100 and can be purchased online.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

Join Andrea to create your own little “work of art” and surprise a friend for their next birthday or holiday. You will leave class with 3 custom made greeting cards, complete and ready to be mailed or packaged with a gift! We will use a variety of inks, stamps, markers and techniques to create something special and unique. Please note: colors & paper may vary depending on what is available to instructor at time of class. There is a 6 person minimum for this class. If the minimum is not met by 3 days prior to the class a credit will be given to those who have registered.

Materials needed: Small crafting scissors and crafting glue (both can be purchased at Dollar Tree for under $3, Michael’s Crafts or on Amazon)

Minimum age: 13; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a ticketed parent or adult.

Instructor for this class is Andrea A Rogers.

There are 3 different dates for this class to choose from, taking place March 10 from 5:00pm-7:00pm, March 17 from 11:00am-1:00pm, or March 28 from 11:00am-1:00pm, at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

On Thursday, March 12, the Museum welcomes Etienne Lekumberry with the JT Basque Restaurant for an evening focused on all things Basque. This informal, question-and-answer–style presentation invites conversation and curiosity, offering attendees the opportunity to learn more about Basque history, culture, and traditions.

Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. This event will take place at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center.

Tickets are $5.00 at the door, with Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and Douglas County Historical Society Members Free! For more information visit the DCHS website or call 775-782-2555, and be sure to check out their Facebook page for other news and updates.

Carson Valley Community Theater presents “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street,” a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler.

Performances will take place at CVIC Hall in Minden from March 13-15 and 19-22.

Friday and Saturday performances are scheduled for 7:30pm, with a matinee on Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00pm.

$25 seniors & students | $30 general admission | $35 VIP | +$3 at the door

Tickets are available for purchase online, or by calling (775)-782-6622; visit the CVCT website for more information. Be sure to check out the Carson Valley Community Theater on Facebook!

Glass Fusing is a great beginner glass cutting class. Technically you don’t have to cut glass if you don’t want to (projects can be abstract).

You’ll be given a space of 6″x 6″. Fit as many projects in that space as you can/want. Example photo shows two 3″x6″ pieces made in a 6″ inch square.

Projects will be left behind, fired in the kiln and available for pick up the following week.

All materials and kiln firing included.

This class will take place March 14 from 10:30am-1:30pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Create a 4mm sterling silver ring band including sizing, soldering, and hammering for a perfect fit.

Instructor Carly Strauss of NV US Silver Works

This class will take place March 20 from 5:30pm-7:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Create a pair of silver disc earrings. Earrings measure 1” in diameter. You will learn about texturing and stamping as you design your disc earrings. Choose from 5mm round stone accents or 6×4 mm oval stone accents to add a pop of color. Several different semi-precious stones to choose from, including turquoise, onyx, spiny oyster shell, moonstone, and many others.

All materials and charcuterie included. If you wear reading glasses, please bring them.

Instructor Carly Strauss of NV US Silver Works

This class will take place March 21 from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

In this class, you will learn how to create your own statement ring.

Select a stone from a variety of options. Nevada shaped stones are also an option. Craft the perfect setting for your chosen stone.  Add decorative wire and a patterned ring band to make a custom creation as unique as you are.

Techniques covered will include: bezel-making, soldering, ring making, sawing, oxidation, polishing, and stone setting.

Previous silversmithing experience is not necessary. All materials, supplies, and charcuterie included.

Instructor Carly Strauss of NV US Silver Works

This class will take place March 21 from 1:00pm-5:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

This will be an hour and 15 minute long pottery wheel class….for couples, family members, friends and singles, up to 4 people per session. Each person will get 3 tries/3 balls of clay. There will be a beginner pottery wheel class (the same techniques used with the kids). Pieces made will be left behind, fired in the kiln and ready for glazing in a 10-14 days. Cost of glazing is NOT included. When you pick up your fired pieces you can glaze them all for $10. Ages 7+ welcome!

The location and time on your ticket will say 10:00am-2:30pm, but below that it will say the time block you have chosen; please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your class.

Blocks are:

• 10:15am-11:30am
• 11:45am-1pm
• 1:15pm-2:30pm

This class will take place March 22 at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

In October of 1937, Catholic Priest Father John Crowley, carried out one of the grandest events to have taken place in the Eastern Sierra, in a magnificent three-day pageant. Over 50,000 people watched in amazement as a special gourd of water was moved from the highest lake in the United States, to the lowest spot in the western hemisphere by a host of characters including Hop Along Cassidy, an Indianapolis 500 winner, the 20-Mule Team Wagon and many more. Even the President of the United States and the Governor of California were involved. Join David & Gayle as they take you back in time, to look back on this unique and improbable bit of Eastern Sierra history in a 55-minute slide show.

This presentation will take place on March 22, 2026 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. Tickets will become available starting March 3, 2026. Spots are very limited, so reserve your ticket early. You can find out more and get tickets to this and other events by going to Minden Mill’s official website and selecting “Book an Experience” or clicking here.

This is a great beginner/intermediate stained glass class. Choose from a plethora of beginner and intermediate patterns once you arrive. You are intermediate if you have done stained glass at least once here before.

If you have never cut glass before, it’s recommended to take a glass fusing class first. (not required)

If you already know how to cut glass, your stained glass project is more likely to turn out better and not take as long.

Ages 13+ are welcome to purchase a ticket with a ticketed adult. This is a long class and a charcuterie platter will be provided; please bring your own drinks with lids.

This class will take place March 25 from 11:00am-3:00pm at HelloHandmade in Gardnerville. For more info and to register, visit HelloHandmadeNV.com.

Discover this fun textile art method that Europe has been doing for centuries.

Join Kim VanZyll, Certified Zentangle Teacher, as she introduces you to Needle Felting. Special felting supplies and fluffy 100% wool will be provided to create 3 adorable Bunnies. You will take home a completed set of Bunnies to add to your décor, or gift them just in time for Easter!

This class will take place on Saturday, March 28 from 10:00am-3:00pm (Please bring a sack lunch). The class fee includes all the supplies needed. This workshop will be held at the Carson Valley United Methodist Church, 1375 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville, NV 89410.

CVAA members – $45.00
Non-Members – $55.00
Additional take-home kits will be available for purchase – $15.00
Space is limited—so sign up today!!

You can sign up and find out more information by visiting the Carson Valley Art Association’s website (click here).

Using extensive research and seldom scene images, historians David & Gayle Woodruff delve into the ‘human heart’ of Manzanar Internment Camp, revealing a few little‑known stories of Japanese Americans whose lives were upended and reshaped behind its barbed‑wire horizon. Through stark moments of loss, flashes of defiance, and the fragile rituals that helped people hold onto identity during a very challenging time, these vignettes illuminate the extraordinary resilience of ordinary individuals. These true tales of history remind us that Manzanar was not merely a wartime policy—it was a crucible of human endurance, dignity, and quiet, unyielding hope. A 55-minute moving and reflective slideshow.

This presentation will take place on March 29, 2026 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. Tickets will become available starting March 10, 2026. Spots are very limited, so reserve your ticket early. You can find out more and get tickets to this and other events by going to Minden Mill’s official website and selecting “Book an Experience” or clicking here.

On Thursday, April 9, come to the Museum for an engaging Chautauqua-style evening as Debbie Nye brings the rich history of the Chautauqua movement to life. Through storytelling and historical insight, this program explores the cultural impact and enduring legacy of Chautauqua in America.

Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. This event will take place at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center.

Tickets are $5.00 at the door, with Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and Douglas County Historical Society Members Free! For more information visit the DCHS website or call 775-782-2555, and be sure to check out their Facebook page for other news and updates.

CVAC’s 2025-2026 Concert Series will feature Mustangs of the West on Friday, April 10, 2026 at 7:00pm at the CVIC Hall in Minden.

The show features country/folk singer Chris Webster and legendary bluegrass/folk guitarist Nina Gerber. Chris Webster’s magic derives from those ineffable qualities of vocal grain, emotional nuance, timing and phrasing possessed by the truly great and moving singers of any style.” Nina Gerber effortlessly moves between country, pop, and rhythm and blues. “The evening’s real star… Gerber usually says little and lets her guitar do the talking. Gerber is a not-so-underground legend. Her wide-ranging folk-country-jazz/blues stylings.”

Advance tickets are $25 and kids under 18 are free with a paid adult ticket. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.cvartscouncil.com, by phone at 775-782-8207, or at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395, Minden.

At Sierra Shadows Lavender Farm, bring your creativity to this hand building clay workshop led by artist Michelle Mulligan, who will teach basic hand building clay skills. Join Michelle this April as she teaches the class how to make butter dishes…using dried flowers including Sierra Shadows lavender, of course!

All materials-clay, glaze, and kiln firings are included. You bring your creativity! More details about pick-up times and location at the event.

The workshop will take place on Saturday, April 11 from 9:00am-12:00pm. Tickets are $100 per person and spots are very limited, so reserve your space soon! You can find more information and register online through the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

Come to Lampe Park in Gardnerville on Saturday, April 11 from 9:00am-3:00pm and participate in Young at Heart’s annual Swap Meet, or purchase from a selection of local craft vendors. Admission is free and all are welcome! Whether you’re looking for a unique, handmade gift or on the hunt for the perfect collector’s piece, stopping by the park on a Spring day is a great place to start!

100% of the proceeds from this event will go to the programs of Douglas County Seniors. For more information on Young at Heart, visit their official website. If you have questions, you can reach out to organizer Bill Sugden by emailing billofgville4@yahoo.com.

Mark your calendars for the Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley’s 6th Spring Into Wine event scheduled for Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center’s Grand View Dining Room. Doors open from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Live classical music, gourmet appetizers and desserts will accompany the wine and spirit tasting. This event is typically a “sell-out” and ticket sales are limited.

This year’s event will again feature an impressive silent auction and the popular mystery “Wine in a Bag” raffle. The grand auction this year is an Exclusive Alaskan Excursion for two offered by “The Boat Company.” Other items may include wine tasting packages, golf packages, concert tickets, gift baskets and much more.

The Kiwanis Club of Carson Valley conducts multiple fundraisers annually that support scholarships for Douglas County Youth and other worthy initiatives that benefit the wellbeing of local children and families. As in the past, the gracious and generous support of Breakthru Beverage NV, Sierra Chef, and Great Basin Brewing help make this event possible.

The event ticket is $80.00 per person. Limited tickets are on sale through Kiwanis members, or on Eventbrite by entering the event name “6th Annual Spring into Wine & Spirits – 2026” or using the direct link by clicking here.

Must present paper or E-ticket to attend. For additional information, call 775-339-8882. Be sure to visit the event’s page on Facebook for news and updates.

Stop by the Douglas County Community Center on Saturday, April 12 from 1:00pm-4:00pm for an afternoon filled with cuddly animals. Grab a refreshing drink from CV Flyte while you’re there! Whether you’re a proud pet parent, looking for a new best friend or just love animals, this is one event you won’t want to miss!

For more information, visit the CV Flyte website.

Come to Nevada’s Oldest Pioneer Settlement for live music, great food, Western art, demonstrations and activities, all with a Western flair!

Genoa Western Heritage Days is a celebration of culture and community. Kick off the weekend on Friday, with a concert featuring Dave Stamey, and Cowboy Poets Valerie and Floyd Beard opening. Saturday evening will feature a concert with Trinity Seely following an opening with Cowboy Poets Valerie and Floyd Beard. Concerts begin at 7:30pm and individual tickets will go on sale January 2, 2026. Purchase your tickets online at EventBrite.com, by mail, or at the Town of Genoa, 775-782-8696 or Genoa Town Office, 2289 Main St., Genoa.

Saturday’s free daytime activities will be held from 10:00am-4:00pm and will feature live Western music, cowboy poetry, Chautauqua actors portraying historic characters, children’s activities, Ag in the Classroom with the Douglas County Farm Bureau, a Civil War Camp, and demonstrations by the Truckee Meadows Pioneers. For art lovers, there will be a Western fine art show, as well as vendors and makers. Food and drinks will be available throughout town for purchase!

A highlight of the Saturday festival is the Invitational Horse Parade, which will proceed through the historic downtown at 2:00pm.

A Progressive Dinner will be hosted on Saturday from 4:30pm-6:30pm, highlighting four Genoa eateries: Sierra Chef, Daniel’s, Flutter and Buzz, and Genoa’s newest offering, Foothill Market. Participants receive passports and colored wristbands that let them rotate between each of the four restaurants in timed groups.

Activities on Sunday will include Cowboy Church in the Town Hall with Pastor Patrick Jolly and Trinity Seely.

To find out more, follow Genoa Western Heritage Days on Facebook, and visit the Town of Genoa website.

Want to know more about this great event? Read all about it on our blog!

Park Home Ranch is excited to invite engaged couples to their Wedding Open House on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00pm.

Nestled in the heart of Carson Valley with sweeping views of the Sierra Nevada, Park Home Ranch is a historic working ranch featuring a 123-year-old barn and expansive open spaces that create a timeless and romantic backdrop for your wedding day.

This Open House is your opportunity to experience the venue in person, tour the property, and truly envision what your celebration could look like here. During the event, you will be able to tour the barn and grounds, explore our ceremony locations, and connect with a curated group of local wedding professionals. From photographers and florists to coordinators and entertainment, you will have the chance to meet vendors who can help bring your vision to life.

In addition to meeting vendors, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a complimentary tasting experience from the exclusive catering partner for Park Home Ranch. Their team will be on-site throughout the event to answer any questions you may have.

The event is free to attend, and advance registration is encouraged to help connect couples with the vendors and information that best matches their wedding needs. Fiancés, family members, and bridal party members are welcome to attend and take part in this special day!

To find out more about this event, check out its page on Facebook. To register, click here. For more information about the venue, visit Park Home Ranch’s official website and be sure to check out their Facebook page.

Bring your family to Heritage Park for Wind Down Wednesday, a food truck event beloved by locals and visitors alike! Get ready for a fun evening of food, drinks, and live music! Wind Down Wednesday is presented by CV Flyte, with entertainment by the Cultural Arts Foundation of Douglas County, and takes place on selected Wednesdays from 4:00pm-8:00pm.

Dates for Wind Down Wednesday 2026 are as follows:

• • • May 6
    • June 24
    • July 22
    • August 26
    • September 23
    • October 14

For more information, including lineups for each event, visit CV Flyte’s website, or check out their page on Facebook for other events and updates.

CVAC’s 2025-2026 Concert Series will feature Harry and the Hitmen on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 7:00pm at the CVIC Hall in Minden.

Harry and the Hitmen serve up classic Motown and Soul with jovial professionalism. But don’t let the “suits” fool you, the band comes from an improvised rock tradition, and has years of experimentation behind their tight arrangements.

Advance tickets are $27 and kids under 18 are free with a paid adult ticket. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.cvartscouncil.com, by phone at 775-782-8207, or at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395, Minden.

Cruise on over to the Annual Big Mama’s Show and Shine, coming May 9, 2026!

Douglas County Young at Heart Senior Citizens Club hosts this annual fundraiser and car show, which features classic cars, food vendors, music, raffles, and prizes. The event will be held at the Lampe Park Pavilion in Gardnerville from 10:00am to 3:00pm and admission is free for all ages. All proceeds go to the Douglas County Senior Center.

To register or sponsor, call Mike Damon at 949-633-1230, or email youngatheartdouglascounty@gmail.com. For more information, you can visit their website or check out Young at Heart on Facebook.

On Thursday, May 14, come to the Museum for an evening with Tami Force, an avid photographer and explorer of Nevada’s ghost towns, historic mining camps, and backroads. Tami will share photographs and stories from her travels across the Silver State and will speak about and sign copies of her newest books, In the Shadow of the Sierra and In the Glow of the Sierra. Books will be available for purchase.

Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. This event will take place at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center.

Tickets are $5.00 at the door, with Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and Douglas County Historical Society Members Free! For more information visit the DCHS website or call 775-782-2555, and be sure to check out their Facebook page for other news and updates.

Don’t miss this exciting weekend of hot air balloons, competitions, live music, local vendors, and food trucks!

The third annual Hot Air For Hope Carson Valley Balloon Festival will be held at Lampe Park in Gardnerville, Nevada from May 15-17, 2026, and will serve as a benefit for the Center for Hope & Healing’s community programs.

Organized by the Carson Valley Balloon Festival, this event is free to the public and will include public balloon launches from Lampe Park at 6:00am each morning (weather dependent).

In addition to the balloon events, the festivities will include live music, food trucks, live art performances, and local vendors. Festival activities will occur rain or shine!

The community is welcome to come enjoy the balloons up-close, take pictures, and learn more about ballooning. For more information about this event, including a full schedule as it becomes available, visit the official website and be sure to check its page on Facebook for updates.

Please note that balloon launches will take place if the weather permits, so it’s advisable to stay up to date on local weather reports prior to your visit and follow the event at Hot Air for Hope Carson Valley Balloon Festival on their Facebook and Instagram.

Come check out the local fare at the Esmeralda Farmer’s Market in downtown Minden every Tuesday evening from May 19 to September 29, 2026. Featuring live music, local craft vendors, and homegrown fresh and delicious food! The market is open from 4:00pm-8:00pm.

For other events happening in Minden, visit the Town of Minden’s website.

The 2026 Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby will be held Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, along the banks of Willow Creek at Lampe Park in Gardnerville, and is a FREE event for kids ages 3- 12 years old. Each young angler will be provided everything they need to have a fun fishing experience, is allowed a 2 fish catching limit, and will be given a special gate prize at the end of their session. Additional prizes will be awarded for every special tagged fish caught, as well as to the children who catches the largest fish during each of the derby sessions.

While participation in the event is free, Pre-Registration is required to receive a session ticket. Registration for the event will begin in April 1 and continue until the week of the Derby.

Please visit the Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby website for more information on all aspects of this event, including updates and how to register.

The Douglas County Kids’ Fishing Derby is a non-profit organization that relies on the sponsorship of its community. All donations directly benefit our child anglers in the purchase of fish, tackle, and prizes. To become a Derby sponsor, please contact Tom Zogorski by email at tomzgolf@earthlink.net.

Follow the Kids’ Fishing Derby on Facebook for news and updates.

The Carson Valley Quilt Guild invites you to their 2026 Quilt Show to be held on June 6-7, 2026 at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center. Come explore the wonderful world of quilting, with the special theme “Stitching our Stars and Stripes” in celebration of America’s 250th birthday!

This judged show will have over 200 quilts on display! Other attractions will include a great lineup of vendors from near and far, free demonstrations of tools and techniques, a Heritage Exhibit of antique quilts each with their own unique story, and gorgeous raffle baskets, with proceeds going to fund scholarships for local art students and art’s programs.

There’ll also be delicious food available for purchase, and door prizes offered from each vendor and from various manufacturers. Gold tickets are randomly placed in the show programs. If you have a gold ticket in your program, you win a prize! All door prizes are distributed at the Guild’s Information Booth.

Admission to the show is $10 each day. If you decide to come for two days, then the admission is only $15. Show hours are 10:00am until 4:00pm each day. Children under 12 years of age are admitted free with paid adult.

For more information, visit the official Quilt Show’s website. or check the Carson Valley Quilt Guild’s page on Facebook for updates.

Carson Valley Inn Casino presents The Marshall Tucker Band live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Saturday, June 6. A typically rich MTB setlist is bubbling over with a healthy dose of hits like the heartfelt singalong “Heard It in a Love Song,” the insistent pleading of “Can’t You See” (the signature tune of MTB’s late co-founding lead guitarist and then-principal songwriter Toy Caldwell), the testifying “Fire on the Mountain,” the wanderlust gallop of “Long Hard Ride,” and the explosive testimony of “Ramblin’,” to name but a few.

The TJ’s Corral doors open approximately 45 minutes to one hour before show starts at 8:00pm.

Tickets start at $49 plus service charge and can be purchased at the Carson Valley Inn front desk or online by clicking here starting February 20, 2026. Select VIP packages are also available.

Tickets should be purchased through the Carson Valley Inn website or by calling 775-783-6606. Check out Carson Valley Inn on Facebook for updates and information on this and other events!

Come join the fun at Heritage Park for CV Flyte’s annual Kid’s Day Out event on June 7, 2026 from 11:00am-2:00pm! There will be kid’s activities, performances throughout the day, live music, food trucks, and so much more at this free event!

For more information, visit CV Flyte’s website or check their page on Facebook.

Come out to Sierra Shadows Lavender Farm for two U-Pick events this summer! There will be a few local artisans and food available as you pick your own bunches of lavender! Please reserve your spot so we don’t get too crowded in the lavender. Time slots will be available in hour-long increments from 8:00am to 2:00pm.

The first event of the summer will take place July 5, 2026. A second event in August will take place on August 2! You can find more information and reserve your time online through the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

On Thursday, July 9, come to the Museum for an engaging evening with Russell Scossa, who will share the history of the Scossa family and their deep roots in ranching in the Carson Valley.

A fourth-generation Gardnerville rancher, Mr. Scossa was born in 1945 and graduated from Douglas High School in 1963. Throughout his life, he has been dedicated to his family, ranching, and the agricultural industry, with a strong commitment to preserving and conserving the family’s land for future generations.

Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. This event will take place at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center.

Tickets are $5.00 at the door, with Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and Douglas County Historical Society Members Free! For more information visit the DCHS website or call 775-782-2555, and be sure to check out their Facebook page for other news and updates.

Carson Valley Inn Casino presents Clint Black live in concert at TJ’s Corral on Thursday, July 9. Clint Black has one of the most storied careers in modern music, having sold over 20 million records, earned more than a dozen gold and platinum awards in the U.S. and Canada including a GRAMMY, landed nearly two dozen major awards and nominations, earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and received the prestigious BMI Icon Award at the 73rd annual BMI Country Awards in Nashville on November 18, 2025, recognizing his significant and lasting influence on music and his role in shaping 90s country music.

The TJ’s Corral doors open approximately 45 minutes to one hour before show starts at 8:00pm.

Tickets start at $69 plus service charge and can be purchased at the Carson Valley Inn front desk or online by clicking here starting February 20, 2026. Select VIP packages are also available.

Tickets should be purchased through the Carson Valley Inn website or by calling 775-783-6606. Check out Carson Valley Inn on Facebook for updates and information on this and other events!

Take a photo with your best friend in the lavender field and help an animal in need. Sierra Shadows Lavender Farm is partnering again with Sage River Photography and the Douglas Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) for this special tail-wagging event on July 18, 2026. Please reserve your spot; time slots will be available in half-hour-long increments from 7:30am-2:00pm.

You can find more information and reserve your time online through the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here. Tickets are just $20 and can be paid at the door. All proceeds will go to Douglas Animal Welfare Group (DAWG) in support of shelter medicine and surgical expenses here in Douglas County, Nevada. Please note that your pet must be on a leash and under your control the entire time.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

Breathe deep, move gently, and relax fully as you immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Sierra Shadows Lavender and Honey Farm. Surrounded by fragrant lavender fields, playful and curious farm animals, this morning retreat is designed to ground, restore, and uplift your senses.

This retreat is intentionally paced and thoughtfully curated — not rushed, not overwhelming — just enough to let your nervous system settle and your senses awaken.

What to Expect:

Welcome & Farm Introduction
Begin with a warm welcome and gentle introduction to the farm. Enjoy the sights, scents, and peaceful rhythm of the land as you arrive and settle in.

Gentle Yoga Among the Lavender
Move through an gentle yoga practice designed to awaken the body while calming the nervous system. This practice emphasizes breath, mobility, and ease — inviting you to move at a pace that feels supportive and grounding.

Sound Bath Meditation
Rest comfortably as you’re immersed in a deeply calming sound bath featuring crystal bowls, gongs, vocals, and ocean drum. The vibrations are designed to support relaxation, emotional release, and a sense of inner spaciousness.

Lavender Picking & Farm Brunch
After the sound bath, enjoy time wandering the fields to harvest your own fresh bundle of lavender to take home. Then gather for a nourishing farm-style brunch served inside the farm’s beautiful farmhouse where the lavender is distilled — a chance to savor, connect, and enjoy the sweetness of summer.

Enjoy a seasonal, thoughtfully prepared brunch designed to feel light, nourishing, and satisfying after movement and rest.

The menu includes a selection of fresh fruit, vegetarian and gluten-free options, lavender-inspired baked goods, charcuterie, and refreshing non-alcoholic beverages.
(Some items are lovingly prepared by the farm using their own lavender and local ingredients.)

Investment

Early Bird: $125 when you register by May 31. Use code: EARLYBIRD
Regular Price: $135

This retreat sold out last year — early registration is encouraged.

This event will take place July 19, 2026 from 7:00am-12:00pm. You can find more information and reserve your tickets online through the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

Wild West Watercross is excited to bring it’s 4th Round of 2026 JetSki Races to Topaz Lake! Join them on July 24-26 at the Topaz Lake Park from 12:00pm-5:00pm for a day full of racing. For more information, visit the official website (click here) and follow their page on Facebook for news and updates.

Be sure to follow the organizers @wildwestwatercross!

Come out to Sierra Shadows Lavender Farm for two U-Pick events this summer! There will be a few local artisans and food available as you pick your own bunches of lavender! Please reserve your spot so we don’t get too crowded in the lavender. Time slots will be available in hour-long increments from 8:00am to 2:00pm.

This event will take place on August 2! You can find more information and reserve your time online through the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

Step into a summer morning of serenity, scent, and soul nourishment. Rewild Retreat Guide Marybeth Donahoe will lead guests on a magical half-day retreat in the lavender. This mini retreat invites you to unwind through scent, movement, and art. Rejuvenating yoga opens the body, lavender harvesting soothes the senses, and meditative painting offers a peaceful space to express and release. A grounding way to close summer and rewild your soul. Please visit the Rewild Your Soul Website for more details, including to reserve your spot.

This event will take place August 9, 2026 from 8:00am-12:00pm. You can find more information through the Sierra Shadows website or by clicking here.

For more information, visit the Sierra Shadows official website or check out their page on Facebook for updates and news on other classes they offer.

Join CV Flyte in Minden Park on August 23 from 11:00am-2:00pm for an end of summer bash! There’ll be lots of kid’s activities, vendors, food trucks, the CV Flyte mobile bar, and live music!

For more information, check out the CV Flyte website or view their page on Facebook.

Celebrate 107 years of this incredible event, complete with countless arts and crafts vendors, food, and of course, its famous candy!

The Genoa “Candy Dance” originated in 1919 as an effort to raise money to purchase street lights for the small, but enterprising community of Genoa, Nevada’s first settlement. Lillian Virgin Finnegan, daughter of then-prominent Judge Daniel Webster Virgin, suggested the idea of a dance and making candy to pass around during the dance as an incentive for a good “turn-out.” The Genoa community did raise the needed funds for streetlights, but realized the monthly electric bill had to be paid. The candy makers were then called upon each year to help promote the “Candy Dance” and pay a year’s worth of electricity for the streetlights throughout the town. Couples would come from Reno, Carson City, and surrounding areas to join in the evening’s fun. The Arts & Crafts Faire was added in the 1970s, and later became a two-day event. The first Faire was held on the front lawn of a private residence on Genoa Lane with twelve vendors. A few years later, the popular Faire was moved to the Mormon Station Historic State Monument grounds. With added expansion through the years, now Faire exhibitors are also found along a major portion of the downtown area. With all the people visiting the Faire these days, the streets in and out of Genoa are temporarily closed during the day from 7:00am-7:00pm.

Save the date for this amazing weekend, which will take place September 26 and 27, 2026. The event, which boasts over 400 arts and crafts, activity, and food vendors, plus a Saturday night Dinner Dance, draws thousands of people to Genoa.

Booths are open from 9:00am -5:00pm Saturday and 9:00am-4:00pm on Sunday. There is also a Saturday night Dinner and Dance (advance tickets are required, and will be available for purchase ahead of the event).

You can visit the Town of Genoa website for more information, or call the Town Office at 775-782-8696 with questions. Check the event’s page on Facebook for updates!