The Carson Valley Arts Council presents local artists Mark Harris and Mark Tompkins at the Copeland Gallery in Minden from October 29th through December 30th, 2024. Visit the gallery and see the artists’ Multi-Media Exploration in Black & White Exhibit. You can view the new exhibit Monday to Saturday from 10:00am-5:00pm at the Copeland Gallery. Their work will be available for purchase.

A free reception will be held on Saturday, November 2nd from 1 pm to 3 pm, where there will be an opportunity to meet the artist.

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!

Daniel’s in Genoa hosts a special Wine Tasting at The Ice House, the standalone bar adjacent to the main restaurant. This event will take place every 2nd Thursday through November, with a special date on December 26th, from 4:30pm to 6:00pm or from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Tickets are $50 and include a tasting of four or five wines with cheese and charcuterie; December’s tasting will feature champagne and tickets will be $75.

You can get more information and purchase tickets online here. Be sure to check the official Daniel’s website, as well.

It’s finally hockey season at the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Celebrate its inaugural year by cheering on our very own Tahoe Knight Monsters at one or all of the 33 home games planned for this season.

On December 27th, 2024, the Knight Monsters will be facing the Tulsa Oilers. The puck drops at 7:30pm.

The tentative schedule for the 2024-2025 season can be found online. Please note that dates, times, & opponents are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, including how to get tickets as well as dates and locations of away games, visit the Tahoe Knight Monsters’ official website and be sure to check their page on Facebook. For other events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, visit their official website.

It’s finally hockey season at the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Celebrate its inaugural year by cheering on our very own Tahoe Knight Monsters at one or all of the 33 home games planned for this season.

On December 28th and 29th, 2024, the Knight Monsters will be facing the Tulsa Oilers. Presented by Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe. Get whisked away to a hockey island, full of Jimmy Buffet music and themes! The puck drops at 7:00pm on Saturday and 3:00pm on Sunday.

The tentative schedule for the 2024-2025 season can be found online. Please note that dates, times, & opponents are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, including how to get tickets as well as dates and locations of away games, visit the Tahoe Knight Monsters’ official website and be sure to check their page on Facebook. For other events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, visit their official website.

Come to Heritage Park Gardens on New Year’s Eve for the 11th Annual Candlelight Labyrinth Walk, from 6:00pm-9:00pm. The way will be illuminated for a glowing stroll along the path. There’ll be fire pits to stay warm, as well as hot cocoa and cider for the whole family. You can bring your own chairs, cups, and marshmallows, too, if desired!

Start a new tradition with your family and focus on creating hopeful tomorrows! Labyrinths are used throughout the world as a way to quiet the mind, recover a balance in life, meditate, gain insight, reduce stress, create, and celebrate. “Walk out the Old Year and Welcome the New Year” during this family-friendly event.

For more information, visit Main Street Gardnerville’s website.

In “part three” of this series, local historians David & Gayle Woodruff continue a reflective look at some of the Eastern Sierra’s deep, rich, and “little known” history. The “premier” subjects of our region are well known and have been extensively covered in numerous books, documentaries, and films. But there are several unique and lesser-known tales that are often overlooked and unappreciated. Using vintage photos and extensive research, the Woodruffs recount a few of these esoteric anecdotes, in a 55-minute slide show presentation. From the bizarre story of plans to build a tram to the very top of Mt. Whitney…to the amusing early history of Heavenly Valley Ski area, the unique true tales are interesting, entertaining and amusing.

This event will take place on Sunday, January 12, 2025 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. 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.

Reno has long been known as “The Biggest Little City.” But it wasn’t just the introduction of legalized gambling in 1931 that brought the town its fame. For the first half of the 20th century, hundreds of thousands of people came to the Truckee River town, to get a “quickie” dissolution to their marriage. Local historians David & Gayle Woodruff assume the Reno Divorce Ranch characters of Clive and Vivian Sterling, as they recount the unique, interesting, and often amusing history of the Reno Divorce Industry and its Divorce Ranches in the 1930s-’60s.

This event will take place on Sunday, January 19, 2025 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. 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.

It’s finally hockey season at the Tahoe Blue Event Center! Celebrate its inaugural year by cheering on our very own Tahoe Knight Monsters at one or all of the 33 home games planned for this season.

On January 24th, 25th, and 26th, 2025, the Knight Monsters will be facing the Fort Wayne Komets. Honor those who have served and are currently serving our country. With the help of local companies, complimentary tickets will be provided to all Military personnel & Veterans! The puck drops at 7:30pm on Friday, 7:00pm on Saturday, and 3:00pm on Sunday.

The tentative schedule for the 2024-2025 season can be found online. Please note that dates, times, & opponents are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, including how to get tickets as well as dates and locations of away games, visit the Tahoe Knight Monsters’ official website and be sure to check their page on Facebook. For other events at the Tahoe Blue Event Center, visit their official website.

The Mt. Whitney Fish Hatchery has stood as a stalwart of southern Inyo County since its completion in 1917. On land purchased and donated by the citizens of Independence, the California State Fish and Game Commission constructed what was at the time the largest and best-equipped fish hatchery in the state. It’s innovative approach to fish rearing, helped spawn the sport fishing industry as we know it today. Local historians David & Gayle Woodruff provide a deep dive into the story behind the Mt. Whitney Fish Hatchery in a 55-minute slide show presentation.

This event will take place on Sunday, January 26, 2025 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. 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.

The Carson Valley Arts Council celebrates their 20th year with their annual Concert Series. Don’t miss the exciting 2024-2025 season!

The concert on Friday, January 31st will feature Red Dirt Ruckus. With a healthy dose of bluegrass, a sprinkle of reggae and a big-ole spoonful of funk, Red Dirt Ruckus have been leaving crowds smiling with their own brand of “foothill rudegrass” since 2010.

The performance will take place at the CVIC Hall in Minden. Doors open at 6:00pm, and the concert starts at 7:00pm.

Tickets are $24 for general audience, and free for anyone under the age of 18 with a paid adult ticket. Tickets will be available starting September 1st at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395 in Minden, online at the Arts Council’s official website, and by phone at 775-782-8207. Advance ticket prices are available till the day before concerts.

Tickets will also be available at the door if not sold out. For more information on pricing and Season Passes for Carson Valley Arts Council members, visit www.cvartscouncil.com or click here.

Calling all wildlife lovers! This annual weekend showcases birds, wide-open spaces and the cutest calves imaginable! Each year, the calving season draws raptors, including bald eagles, to Carson Valley. Eagles and Agriculture celebrates their arrival and offers a chance to witness these majestic birds. Highlights of the event include an opening dinner, where falconers bring their birds for up close viewing, tours for exclusive access to the ranches, a photography workshop, and a photo contest.

Bus-lead tours will be available this year, allowing participants to learn about the local lore while riding in comfort to each tour site. Tickets will be limited, so reserve early!

More information on the event, including a full schedule of available tours and activities, will be uploaded to the official Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce website. Check back in December 2024 for updates!

Join CV Flyte for a fun afternoon making your very own Chunky Knit Blankets! Class takes place on March 1st from 2:00pm-5:00pm in Downtown Minden, and includes instruction and all materials needed AND a cocktail from CV Flyte!

Choose three colors for your blanket! All color options are in the additional pictures on the class sign up page.

Tickets are $100 and must be purchased in advance. Spots are limited, so reserve today! For more information and a link to sign up, check out the CV Flyte website, or check their page on Facebook for other news and updates.

The Carson Valley Arts Council celebrates their 20th year with their annual Concert Series. Don’t miss the exciting 2024-2025 season!

The concert on Friday, March 14th will feature the Stella Heath Quintet. Stella has been making a splash around the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Speakeasy style Hot Jazz and Swing, lively and fun “Traditional Jazz” with music ranging from the roaring 20s to Billie Holiday hits, great Jazz standards as well as playing with modern pop tunes in their own unique style!

The performance will take place at the CVIC Hall in Minden. Doors open at 6:00pm, and the concert starts at 7:00pm.

Tickets are $24 for general audience, and free for anyone under the age of 18 with a paid adult ticket. Tickets will be available starting September 1st at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395 in Minden, online at the Arts Council’s official website, and by phone at 775-782-8207. Advance ticket prices are available till the day before concerts.

Tickets will also be available at the door if not sold out. For more information on pricing and Season Passes for Carson Valley Arts Council members, visit www.cvartscouncil.com or click here.

The Carson Valley Arts Council celebrates their 20th year with their annual Concert Series. Don’t miss the exciting 2024-2025 season!

The concert on Friday, April 11th will feature Misner and Smith. From the opening chords to the final notes, this singer/songwriter duo takes listeners on a soul-stirring journey through their musical landscape, inviting them to immerse themselves in the depths of their artistry.

The performance will take place at the CVIC Hall in Minden. Doors open at 6:00pm, and the concert starts at 7:00pm.

Tickets are $24 for general audience, and free for anyone under the age of 18 with a paid adult ticket. Tickets will be available starting September 1st at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395 in Minden, online at the Arts Council’s official website, and by phone at 775-782-8207. Advance ticket prices are available till the day before concerts.

Tickets will also be available at the door if not sold out. For more information on pricing and Season Passes for Carson Valley Arts Council members, visit www.cvartscouncil.com or click here.

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 and showcases the area’s rich heritage. Kick off the weekend on Friday, May 2nd, with concerts featuring Dave Stamey and Kristyn Harris. Saturday evening will feature performances by The Cowboy Way trio and Gary Allegretto. Concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. and individual tickets will go on sale January 2nd of 2025. 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 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 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 Western artists, 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 p.m.

Local restaurants will host a Progressive Dinner on Saturday from 4 – 6:30 p.m. Passports and colored wristbands will designate your starting location and rotations. Progressive dinner passports and wrist bands can be picked up at the Gazebo at the corner of Genoa Lane and Main Street between 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 3rd. Tickets are $40 and go on sale January 2, 2025.

Activities on Sunday, May 4th will include Cowboy Church in the Town Hall with Pastor Patrick Jolly and Doug Figgs of the Cowboy Way at 9 a.m. Following Cowboy Church, special instructor Gary Allegretto will be hosting a Harmonica Workshop at 10:30 a.m.

Heritage Sponsorships and the Heritage Sponsorship/Progressive Dinner package go on sale November 1st, 2024, and will be available online at EventBrite.com, by mail, or at the Town of Genoa, 775-782-8696 or Genoa Town Office, 2289 Main St., Genoa.

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!

The Carson Valley Arts Council celebrates their 20th year with their annual Concert Series. Don’t miss the exciting 2024-2025 season!

The concert on Friday, May 9th will feature The Paperboys. This globe-touring Canadian sextet can be counted on to stomp through Celtic reels, traditional Mexican folk, fiddle tunes, New Orleans brass band music, classic pop songcraft, bluegrass, and even a philosophical waltz or two, before bringing it all home with a Latino/West African singalong.

The performance will take place at the CVIC Hall in Minden. Doors open at 6:00pm, and the concert starts at 7:00pm.

Tickets are $27 for general audience, and free for anyone under the age of 18 with a paid adult ticket. Tickets will be available starting September 1st at the Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395 in Minden, online at the Arts Council’s official website, and by phone at 775-782-8207. Advance ticket prices are available till the day before concerts.

Tickets will also be available at the door if not sold out. For more information on pricing and Season Passes for Carson Valley Arts Council members, visit www.cvartscouncil.com or click here.

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

The third annual Carson Valley Hot Air for Hope Balloon Festival will be held at Lampe Park in Gardnerville, Nevada from May 16th-18th, 2025, and will serve as a benefit for the Center for Hope & Healing’s community programs.

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

On Friday evening, May 16, hot air balloon baskets will fill Lampe Park for “Fire It Up, Carson Valley!” Food trucks and music will start at 6:00pm while pilots set up their gear for one hot night! Be sure to come out and meet the pilots, have a bite to eat, and enjoy some great live music!

In addition to the balloon events, the festivities will include live music, food trucks, live art performances, and local vendors, Friday 6:00pm-10:00pm, Saturday 5:00am-3:00pm (plus Kid’s Zone), and Sunday (food trucks only) from 5:00am-10:00am. 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 Carson Valley Hot Air for Hope Balloon Festival on their Facebook and Instagram.

The Carson Valley Active 20-30 Club #85 is pleased to announce that the 115th Annual Carson Valley Days Festival will be held from June 5th to June 8th, 2025! The theme will be announced soon on the 20-30 club’s website, so check back for updates!

Join the fun and make this Carson Valley Days festival the best yet!

Activities and attractions will include free live music at Lampe Park, the famous Parade that will run from downtown Minden to Gardnerville on Saturday morning, and a raffle drawing on Sunday. There’ll also be carnival rides for all ages, craft fair vendors, food vendors, face painting, children’s games, and various tournaments at Lampe Park throughout the event!

The Carson Valley Active 20-30 Club #85 has participated in this event since the 1930s. For the last 60+ years, they’ve had the privilege of hosting this event, while continuing its legacy. For more information and updates on Carson Valley Days, visit their official website and be sure to check them out on Facebook! If you have any questions, you can reach out to them by emailing cv2030club@gmail.com.