The Carson Valley Arts Council’s Copeland Gallery is currently hosting an exhibit that features the work of local artist PK Klein. PK Klein is a jewelry and multiple media (watercolor, acrylic, monotype and copperplate prints, silversmithing, and beaded jewelry) artist. You can view the new exhibit from September 4th through October 25th at the Copeland Gallery in Minden, Monday through Saturday from 10:00am-5:00pm. PK’s work will be available for purchase.

A free reception will be held on Saturday, September 14th 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!

Come check out the local fare at the Esmeralda Farmer’s Market in downtown Minden every Tuesday evening through September 24th. Featuring live music, local craft vendors, and homegrown fresh and delicious food!

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

Embrace all of the autumn vibes at Eddy Street Vintage Market during their Small Town Fall Pop-up! This event will take place September 19th to the 22nd; 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.

Thursday: 4:00pm-8:00pm (Wine Walk) – With live tunes by Carson Chandler, drinks by Pizen & Wine, food from Lady Griller Catering and water or apple cider from Cotton Candy Clouds!
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.

This year, Main Street celebrates 15 years of Third Thursday Wine Walks! Taking place on every third Thursday from May to September, with a special theme each month, Main Street invites you to stroll along and visit the various booths run by local businesses and organizations, who will each have some tasty vino for you to try. This event takes place from 4:30pm to 7:30pm.

September’s theme is “Autumn Leaves and Wine Please!,” in honor of Main Street’s Annual Fall Festival and Coffin Races, so feel free to dress for the occasion and really have fun with it. Bring your friends along! If wine isn’t your thing – don’t worry! Despite the name, Third Thursday has something for everyone. From hydration stations to non-alcoholic options, food, and more, the Wine Walks are a wonderful way to meet and support local small businesses and meet some pretty incredible people along the way.

Registering is easy and can be done the same day of the event.  It’s $20 for new participants and just $15 for returning participants (just remember to bring your Forever Glass!). More information on day-of registration will be posted on the Main Street Gardnerville website, so be sure to check back with them as well as their page on Facebook.

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.

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.

The Nature Conservancy in Nevada’s Science and Nature Speaker Series at River Fork Ranch Preserve is back, taking place every fourth Thursday from June to October! Experts from The Nature Conservancy in Nevada and partner organizations will share their expertise on a variety of topics.

The speaker schedule is as follows:

June 27 – Laurel Saito, PhD, Water Strategy Director, The Nature Conservancy on “Water in the Determining Decade: Groundwater-Dependent Ecosystems in Nevada”

July 25 – Chris Sega, Stewardship Manager, The Nature Conservancy on “Lahontan Cutthroat Trout and Conservation at TNC’s Independence Lake Preserve”

August 22 – Ned Bohman, Biologist, Great Basin Bird Observatory on “Pinyon Jays in Nevada”

September 26 – Mark Zimring, Large Scale Fisheries Director, The Nature Conservancy on “Can Markets Really Drive Conservation?”

October 24 – Thomas Albright, PhD, Nevada State Climatologist and Associate Professor, UNR College of Science on “Nevada Springs Are…All About the Weather!”

These events will take place from 6:00pm to 7:00pm and a donation of $10 is suggested to attend. For more information, email lori.leonard@tnc.org, visit the Nature Conservancy in Nevada’s page on Facebook, and check out the series’ page on the TNC website.

Join Luminary Books for their Night at Luminary Harry Potter themed pop-up on Friday, September 27th from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Fans of the hit series can shop exclusive themed merchandise and enjoy treats from the trolley, plus there will be an awesome raffle basket.

Every month on select nights, Luminary Books extends their hours for a special themed pop-up event. To find out more, visit their website and be sure to follow their Facebook and Instagram page for updates on other events like this one!

Celebrate 105 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 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Save the date for this amazing weekend, which will take place September 28th and 29th. 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 both days. The Saturday night Dinner and Dance takes place from 5:00pm-10:00pm (advance tickets are required, and will be available for purchase in August).

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!

On the fourth Saturday of each month from May to October, The Nature Conservancy’s River Fork Ranch Preserve is hosting gentle yoga from 11:00am to 12:00pm. Kathy Giebel will be the instructor, blending body, mind, breath, and nature.

The dates are as follows: May 25, June 22, July 27, Aug 24, Sept 28, Oct 26

There is a $10-$20 suggested donation for each class. For more information, visit the event’s page on Facebook, and be sure to visit the Nature Conservancy in Nevada’s page for other news and updates.

Join Young at Heart for a fun afternoon Sock Hop in the Douglas County Community & Senior Center on September 28th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

There’ll be dancing, not to mention floats and shakes available for purchase!

Tickets are just $15 for YAH members and $20 for non members, and the price includes a lunch with cheeseburgers, chips, and dessert. For more information, stay up to date with Young at Heart’s Facebook page or go to their official website.

Main Street Gardnerville is hosting their Annual Coffin Races & Fall Festival at Heritage Park in Gardnerville on October 5th, 2024 from 9:00am – 3:00pm. This festival offers something for everyone in the family, from Harvest in the community gardens to East Fork Gallery’s scarecrow building or racing a coffin with a team of friends. There will be live music featuring local bands and performances by talented local companies, plus over 60 arts and crafts vendors and a food truck alley. It is a full day of family-friendly activities, wonderful food and beverages, and entertainment sure to get you in the mood for Fall!

This event is FREE to attend and open to the public, so bring your family and friends for a great day in the park!

For more information on this and other annual events, visit Main Street Gardnerville’s website. Check out the event’s page on Facebook for more details on the offerings and a schedule. if you’re interested in registering for the Coffin Races, you’ll find more information by clicking here.

The Carson Valley Pops Orchestra is proud to put on its annual Autumn Concert on Oct 5th. Come enjoy some wonderful music that will get you in the mood for fall! The concert begins at 7:00pm, but doors will be open at 6:30pm.

This event is free for all to attend, but donations are appreciated.

The Carson Valley Pops is an all-volunteer, non-profit community orchestra that annually performs spring, Fourth of July, fall, and winter concerts.  The Pops is supported by donations from Douglas County, concert patrons, and local businesses, as well as program advertising.

For more info, visit the official Carson Valley Pops Orchestra website and be sure to follow them on Facebook!

As the Carson Valley Arts Council celebrates their 20th year, they’ll be bringing back their annual Concert Series. Don’t miss the exciting 2024-2025 season!

The concert on Friday, October 11th will feature the T Sisters. Distinguished by close harmonies, catchy melodies and potent lyricism, the T Sisters have created their own refreshing brew of eclectic folk music. Blood sisters Erika, Rachel, and Chloe Tietjen flow seamlessly between styles and moods, from roots to pop and sassy to sincere, captivating listeners with their lush sound and soaring harmonies

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.

On the second Saturday of each month from May to October, The Nature Conservancy’s River Fork Ranch Preserve is hosting a guided Nature Walk from 11:00am to 12:00pm. Each Saturday will have a varied nature topic dependent on the season.

The dates are as follows: May 11, June 8, July 13, Aug 10, Sept 14, Oct 12

For more information, you can email lori.leonard@tnc.org or visit the event’s page on Facebook. Be sure to visit the Nature Conservancy in Nevada’s page for other news and updates.

You’ve invited! Visit an impressive amount of local studios and galleries, meet local artists, and purchase original art. Bring your family and friends for a fun weekend of amazing scenery and a wide variety of art. More information, including an official Tour map for 2024, will be available in September at www.CVASTour.org, or at the Carson Valley Arts Council and local galleries.

On Saturday, October 19th from 11:00am-3:00pm, join Town of Genoa as they celebrate their annual Oktoberfest event in Genoa Town Park.

This free-to-attend event will include live music, arts & crafts booths, and more. For additional information, visit the Town of Genoa’s website, check their Facebook page for other news and updates, or call the Town Office at 775-782-8696.

Join Main Street Gardnerville on October 19th for the third run of the “We Run This Town” fun run/walk series, as they fundraise for local cancer treatment centers and raise awareness. Make sure to dress in pink to show your support!

Register and complete all three runs in the series and your will receive a commemorative “I Run This Town 2024” Tee shirt!

Pre-Registration Fees:
Runners: 10 & Under: FREE
Runners: 11 & Up: $25.00 ($35 Day-of Registration)
Registration Begins at 7:00 am

As part of the fundraiser, $5.00 from every registration will be donated to: Carson Valley Health & Carson Tahoe Health cancer treatment centers.

The run will start and finish at Heritage Park in Gardnerville on the Ezell Street side of the park. The race begins at 8:00am rain or shine!

For more details and to register, you can click here. Be sure to also visit the event’s page on Facebook.

Explore the beauty and history of Jacobs Berry Farm during the Fall and meet some of the venue’s Preferred Vendors, who will be here to answer your planning questions. This is a great opportunity for those planning to host a wedding or event at this beautiful location!

This event will take place on Sunday, October 20th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. The venue requests that you RSVP by emailing info@jacobsberries.com or texting 775-790-0855.

A Touch of Class is thrilled to host its 23rd annual craft show at the Carson Valley Inn, from October 24th to the 26th, 10:00am-6:00pm. This very unique event features handmade items from dozens of different crafters arranged in a boutique environment with central cashiers.

Come be dazzled by all of the Thanksgiving, Fall, and Christmas items, including ornaments, jewelry, kitchen accessories, western art, children’s gifts, knit items, pottery, candles, soaps, signs, outdoor décor, and much more! There’ll also be a Kids Corner featuring children’s handmade crafts. Click here for the complete list of this year’s participating crafters.

Treat yourself to the ultimate seasonal shopping experience! Find out more by visiting A Touch of Class’s official website.

A long time valley tradition returns to Carson Valley. The annual Heavenly Holiday Faire at the Carson Valley United Methodist Church, 1375 Centerline Lane, Gardnerville, is one day only on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 from 9:00am to 4:00pm. If you are looking for a new holiday wreath or centerpiece, homemade baked goods or candy or a unique gift, this is your one stop shopping location. Come early for the best selection and the warm homemade Cinnamon Pecan Rolls.

Shop for handcrafted gifts, fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas holiday decorations, wreaths, table centerpieces, candy, unique gifts, Timeless Treasures, candy, and baked goodies at the Heavenly Holiday Faire. Special features for children include Story time with Santa at 10:30am and the Kid’s Only Market. A chili lunch is available from 11:30am to 1:00pm.

All profits are donated to local, national and international women’s and children’s charities. To learn more about the organization, you can visit their website.

Bring friends and family of all ages to Heritage Park for the 3nd Annual Día de los Muertos Festival on Saturday, November 2nd from 11:00am-5:00pm, presented by Main Street Gardnerville, Douglas County Community Services, and the Carson Valley Arts Council.

Join the celebration, featuring Mariachi music, Folkloric, Aztec Dancers, arts and crafts, face painting, Altars, and a 12-foot Catrina doll presented by Latino Arte and Culture of Reno. Food and drink vendors will be present as well.

This event is free to attend. For more information, visit the Main Street Gardnerville website or check out the event’s page on Facebook.

Come support your local community and shop quality handmade crafts from over 100 vendors! Just in time for the holiday season, Young at Heart presents its annual Holiday Craft Fair on Nov 8th-9th at the Douglas County Community & Senior Center in Gardnerville.

Nov 8th: 5pm-8pm
Nov 9th: 9am-4pm

This event is free to attend, and is the biggest free indoor craft fair in the Valley! Don’t miss this opportunity to fill your holiday shopping needs with beautiful works from local artists.
All proceeds go to support services for the Douglas County Senior Center. For more information about the Craft Fair, contact Kathryn Clark at yah.craftfair@gmail.com or by calling 775-267-4675.
Learn more about Young at Heart by visiting their official website or checking out their page on Facebook.

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, November 15th will feature singer-songwriter Dave Stamey, one of the most celebrated Western entertainers alive today. Eight-time Entertainer of the Year, seven-time Male Performer of the Year and five-time Songwriter of the Year by the Western Music Association.

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.

Jump start your Thanksgiving Day celebrations with an energizing race for a worthy cause! Proceeds for the 8th annual Carson Valley Turkey Trot Fun Run will support the Douglas Animal Welfare Group and the Carson Valley Community Food Closet.

This fun run takes place in the beautiful Carson Valley, starting at Minden Park in downtown Minden. Trot through this picturesque downtown neighborhood as a fun way to start the Thanksgiving holiday.

You can participate in person or virtually! It is $30 per person to register, and if your kiddos want in on the action, they can join the Kids’ Turkey Dash for $20 per child (ages 12 and under).

You can find out more and sign up by clicking here. Registration ends on November 26th. For updates on other events from the Carson Valley Community Food Closet, check out the events page on their website.

The Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce is excited to present the 28th Annual Parade of Lights on December 7th. Join your family and friends, and grab your blankets and chairs to watch the floats, marching bands, and color guard make their way along Highway 395 from Heritage Park to Minden Park.

Parade floats will begin to roll from Eddy Street onto Main Street at 5:00pm and will head north though town, make a left on Esmeralda, and make their way to end at Minden Town Park.

For more information as it becomes available, please visit the event’s page on the Carson Valley Chamber website. And check out the Chamber on Facebook for updates on other upcoming events!

Looking for that perfect last minute Christmas gift? Come shop from one-of-a-kind craft vendors and enjoy a drink or two while you shop! Featuring local makers and vendors, plus food trucks and holiday drinks, all in the beautifully restored Minden Mercantile building!

The market will take place on December 14th from 9:00am-3:00pm. For more information, check out the CV Flyte website or check their page on Facebook.

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.

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.

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.

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.