2010 Aflac Iron Girl Lake Tahoe Triathlon
Event description: This is the third year of Aflac’s collaboration with Iron Girl, the nation’s premier all-women’s event series. With 12 events nationwide, ranging from 5K and 10K run/walks to duathlons and triathlons, Aflac Iron Girl events empower women of all ages to lead a healthy, active lifestyle while raising money and awareness for childhood cancer research and treatment. Contact email: isys.caffey@edelman.com. Contact phone: 404-460-1482.
Saturday, July 31, 2010.
Lake Tahoe South Shore
18 Highway 50
Lake Tahoe, CA.
For more info visit www.irongirl.com. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Event description: Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a free 12 Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating & bulimia. Contact phone: 530-412-1664.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd (downstairs) (1 block west of Clay St.), 501 California Ave. Reno.
Women's Voices on the Overland Trail
Event description: A free outdoor presentation featuring stories from women's diaries, and reminiscences of early pioneers who traveled west on the long and arduous trail. Bring a blanket and a lawn chair and meet inside the stockade area. Contact email: mormonstation_dangbergranch@parks.nv.gov. Contact phone: 775-782-2590.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Mormon Station State Historic Park in Genoa.
Liz Broscoe Book Signing
Event description: Liz Broscoe will be signing copies of her new young readers chapter book "Adventures of Durga, Messenger of the Drum." Liz will give a short drum performance in the cafe area at approximately 3:00 pm. Contact email: infodrumchik@aol.com. Contact phone: 530-318-2330.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Border's Bookstore
911 Topsy Lane
Carson City NV 89705.
For more info visit www.drumchik.com. Free Tutor Training Workshop
Event description: The ESL In-Home Program is holding a free Tutor Training Workshop. Come and learn how to tutor ESL(English as a Second Language). Join our community volunteer tutors who teach Basic English to adults who are eager to learn to speak, read and write English. We teach on a one-to-one basis. We have over 75 adults in Minden, Gardnerville, Carson City and Dayton who are eager to learn. They need tutors. They need you! We provide the necessary instructional materials and training at no charge. No experienc… Contact email: eslinhomenv@aol.com. Contact phone: 775-888-2021.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Douglas County Public Library
1625 Library Lane
Minden, NV.
Douglas Democrats Annual BBQ and Picnic
Event description: The annual Douglas County Democrats’ barbecue and picnic will feature Rory Reid, candidate for governor, and other state and local candidates. On the menu are tri tip, turkey hot dogs, Boca burgers, beans, bread, salad and watermelon. Cost is $10 adults, $5 ages 7 to 12, 6 and under, free. A no-host wine, beer and sodas bar will be available. Contact email: jkw@gbis.com. Contact phone: 775-267-0539.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Mormon Station State Historic Park, Genoa.
Summer Lovin' Speed Date
Event description: Sierra Nevada Active 20-30 is hosting a speed date.
Venue: Two Guys from Italy
1488 Us Highway 395, Gardnerville, NV
Date & Time: July 31st, 2010 ~ 6pm
$20.00 Registration Includes:
~ One Well Drink
~ Your Potential Soul Mate!
Benefiting Special Needs Children of Douglas County
Now accepting registrations for ages 21 & up. Contact email: batistich@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775.783.8676.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Two Guys From Italy - HWY 395 Gardnerville, NV.
For more info visit www.sierranv2030.org. Once Upon a Mattress
Event description: If you thought you knew the story of "The Princess and The Pea," you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that it may not have been the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night? Carried on a wave of beguiling songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting she… Contact email: toadinc@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-219-3577.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School.
Sizzlin' Summer Yard Sales
Event description: Sizzlin Summer Yard Sales! Come on by for killer deals! Great Selection, Great Savings! All proceeds benefit Tahoe Youth & Family Services. Contact email: julie@tahoeyouth.org. Contact phone: 7757824202x 3.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:00 PM.
791 Tillman Ln. Tahoe Youth & Family Services Drop In Center in the Ranchos, Corner of Kimmerling & Tillman, Next to Ginas Dog Grooming.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Sunday, August 1, 2010 – Saturday, August 7, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Walk for F.E.A.T. August 7, 2010
Event description: Benefit for children with Autism. Contact email: kellbell350@hotmail.com. Contact phone: 775-309-0958.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Energize Pilates and Massage
1650 U.S. Hwy 395
Minden, NV 89423.
Worship Service
Event description: Worship Service. Contact email: MomcatsMail@clearwire.net. Contact phone: 775-267-3669.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Johnson Lane Baptist Church
1581 Johnson Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
Dillon McKenzie Benefit
Event description: Benefit to help Douglas High School Sophmore paralyzed in swimming accident! Portion of bowling proceeds will be donated, live music, raffle and silent auction. Contact email: yldwest2@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 775-309-3649.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Silver Strike Lanes, Gardnerville Ranchos.
Once Upon a Mattress
Event description: If you thought you knew the story of "The Princess and The Pea," you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that it may not have been the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night? Carried on a wave of beguiling songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting she… Contact email: toadinc@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-219-3577.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School
701 Long Valley Road
Gardnerville, NV 89460.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Monday, August 2, 2010 – Sunday, August 8, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Job Seekers Networking and Support Group
Event description: Connect and interact with other job seekers in our community. Learn valuable tips and strategies to enhance your job search. No registration or appointment necessary. All Douglas County residents are welcome. Contact phone: 775-782-9825.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Douglas County Public Library
1625 Library Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
Vacation Bible School
Event description: High Sierra Fellowship is sponsoring a Vacation Bible School program August 2-6 from 9am to 12pm. “Soul Survivors on Danger Island” is an exciting and interactive learning experience for children ages 5 to 11 (K through 6th grade). Children will discover how God gives victory over obstacles in life. For more information or to register, please call (775) 782-7486. Contact phone: (775) 782-7486.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
High Sierra Fellowship
1426 Industrial Way, Gardnerville NV 89410.
KIDZ Yoga FIT
Event description: Let Tahoe Trail Blazers Outdoor Adventure Club’s KIDZ Yoga FIT help your child develop better body awareness, self-control, flexibility, focus, and coordination for a happy, healthy, balanced life. (AGES 4-12)
Drop-Ins and Parents Welcome!
$5.00 per person
http://www.tahoetrailblazers.com/KIDZ_FIT.html. Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Tahoe Trail Blazers
Edmonds Sports Complex.
For more info visit www.tahoetrailblazers.com. Douglas Democratic Women's Lunch
Event description: Douglas County Democratic Women will hear JoEtta Brown, candidate for Assembly District 39, at the August lunch meeting, 11:30 a.m.; lunch and speaker at noon. Cost is $18, $20 after July 29 and at the door. All Democratic women and men are welcome; RSVP by noon July 29. Contact email: jkw@gbis.com. Contact phone: 775-267-0539.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Carson Valley Inn, 1627 US Highway 395 N. Minden.
PHEO - Parents Helping Each Other
Event description: Support group for parents & caregivers of children with mental, emotional, and/or physical disablilites. Contact phone: 775-781-0935.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM.
Carson Valley United Methodist Church
1375 Centerville Lane
Gardnerville NV.
Co-Dependents Anonymous
Event description: 12 Step Meeting
Located across from Carson Valley Inn on Hwy 395. Contact email: k10dimes@aol.com. Contact phone: 775-230-5333.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM.
Coventry Cross Episcopal Church
1631 Esmeralda Place
Minden, NV.
Lake Tahoe Campmeeting
Event description: Old-fashioned tent revival near the lake just off Hwy 89. Something for ALL ages. Sponsored by the constituents of the Seventh-Day Adventist church of CA and NV. This event is FREE and open to the public. Contact email: tahoecampmeeting@juno.com. Contact phone: 530-544-3525.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 6:00 PM – Saturday, August 7, 2010, 9:00 PM.
Camp Richardson, CA.
Breastfeeding & Postpartum meeting
Event description: Come join us at your local birth network's FREE monthly meeting. Sierra Nevada Birth Network covers Carson Valley, Carson & South Lake Tahoe areas, we are a non profit group that holds monthly informational meetings. August topic is Breastfeeding & Postpartum. Come and meet your local Mother-Friendly maternity care providers and supporters. Contact email: ogandoula@aol.com. Contact phone: 775-790-1293.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
cal lfor location.
Zumba Fitness® in Douglas County
Event description: WHAT IS ZUMBA®
FUN AND EASY TO DO!!!
Zumba® is a very dynamic and exiting class full of Latin and exotic music flavors! The routines feature aerobic interval training (fitness interval training) that tone and sculpt the body while having a good time. It targets areas such as gluts, legs, arms, ABS and the most important muscle in the body, the heart. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps, so you don’t have to know to dance to Zumba® and at the end still get the result… Contact email: mariana_q@live.com. Contact phone: 775-7902501.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Energize Studios
1650 Hwy 395 Suite # 201
Minden, Nevada 89423
Saturday Classes 9am to 10am.
For more info visit 64017.zumba.com. Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010 – Monday, August 9, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Vacation Bible School
Event description: High Sierra Fellowship is sponsoring a Vacation Bible School program August 2-6 from 9am to 12pm. “Soul Survivors on Danger Island” is an exciting and interactive learning experience for children ages 5 to 11 (K through 6th grade). Children will discover how God gives victory over obstacles in life. For more information or to register, please call (775) 782-7486. Contact phone: (775) 782-7486.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
High Sierra Fellowship
1426 Industrial Way, Gardnerville NV 89410.
KIDZ FIT
Event description: Outdoor Fitness for KIDS! Benefits of kids living an active lifestyle are endless. Show your kids you care about their health by participating in KIDZ FIT!
Obstacle courses
Aerobic Exercises
Relays
Running Trails
Stretching & Flexibility
Fine & Large Motor Skills
And lots of Fun!
Children ages 3-12 will be able to participate in the KIDZ FIT program.
Locations will vary, however they will always be OUTSIDE!
Cost: $4.00/day/child (Non-Member) $3.00/day/child (Member)
Contact us today for more inf… Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Various.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Event description: Support group for women and men who have been affected by breast cancer. Contact phone: 775-782-1656.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Carson Valley Medical Center Hospital
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
1107 Hwy 395
Gardnerville.
Goals & Transitions Class (Session 3)
Event description: For youth of all ability levels, ages 13-21. In this session, students will hear from a guest speaker from Advocates to End Domestic Violence. She will talk with us about how to recognize a good vs bad relationship, tips on setting boundaries in dating and intimacy, resolving conflicts, understanding what date rape is, and how to keep safe. Contact email: jen.landman2009@gmail.com. Contact phone: 687-5162x328.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Ron Wood Family Resource Center, 212 E. Winnie Lane (Near Five Buck Pizza & Salvation Army).
Introduction to Watercolor
Event description: Basics of Watercolor-Paint a Tahoe Scene. Contact email: workshops@talart.org. Contact phone: 775-790-9261.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tahoe Art League Classroom
Ski Run Boulevard and Highway 50
Behind Red Hut.
Hands-On Social Media
Event description: Eager to ride the social media wave but just not sure where to start? Join the Parasol Community Collaboration for our Summer Non-Profit Training Series, Hands-On Social Media Tuesdays, August 3, 10 & 17 from 6-7:30pm!
This three-part training series will cover...
8/3
-Building your social media strategy
-Creating a Facebook Page
8/10
-Enhancing your Facebook Page
-Following social media best practices
8/17
-Introduction to Twitter
Instructor: Jaime Olive, AmeriCorps Member, Parasol Commun… Contact email: pcc@parasol.org. Contact phone: 775-298-0119.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
DWR Center
948 Incline Way
Incline Village, NV 89451.
Weekly swing dance
Event description: West Coast swing dancing sponsored by High Sierra Swing Dance Club, El Charro Avitia Restaurant, 4389 S. Carson St. Carson City, every Tuesday, 6:30-9 p.m. free. No partner necessary. Practice your swing moves or just check out the dance at this fun, nonstructured event. Information: 775-629-9369 or www.highsierraSDC.org. Contact phone: 7756299369.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
El Charro Avitia Restaurant.
Bridge
Event description: Learn to play or hone your skills with a social bridge club. If you can't laugh and play bridge at the same time, we're not the bridge club for you. Contact email: bevjimtre@gbis.com. Contact phone: 266-4835.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Minden/Douglas Elks Lodge
1276 Pit Rd
Gardnerville.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Event description: Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a free 12 Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating & bulimia. Contact phone: 775.782.3435.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, (white building to left of church) 300 N. Division Street, Carson City.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010 – Tuesday, August 10, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Vacation Bible School
Event description: High Sierra Fellowship is sponsoring a Vacation Bible School program August 2-6 from 9am to 12pm. “Soul Survivors on Danger Island” is an exciting and interactive learning experience for children ages 5 to 11 (K through 6th grade). Children will discover how God gives victory over obstacles in life. For more information or to register, please call (775) 782-7486. Contact phone: (775) 782-7486.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
High Sierra Fellowship
1426 Industrial Way, Gardnerville NV 89410.
KIDZ Yoga FIT
Event description: Let Tahoe Trail Blazers Outdoor Adventure Club’s KIDZ Yoga FIT help your child develop better body awareness, self-control, flexibility, focus, and coordination for a happy, healthy, balanced life. (AGES 4-12)
Drop-Ins and Parents Welcome!
$5.00 per person
http://www.tahoetrailblazers.com/KIDZ_FIT.html. Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Tahoe Trail Blazers
Edmonds Sports Complex.
For more info visit www.tahoetrailblazers.com. Douglas County Republican Women Luncheon
Event description: The DOUGLAS COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN are please to announce that Senator Mark Amodei, Chair of the Nevada Republican Party, will be our guest speaker on August 4, 2010 at the Carson Valley Inn. Senator Amodei will tell us about the recent state Convention in Las Vegas as well as answering any questions. For reservations please call: Nancy at 265-1029, or email at nancy@kjeldaard.com We hope to see you on August 4, 2010. Contact email: brenda. Contact phone: 775-267-2403.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Carson Valley Inn, Minden, NV.
The Impact of Exercise on Cancer
Event description: Exercise programs for breast cancer patients have shown to improve quality of life & reduce fatique during & after chemotherapy & radiation. Dr. Milligan of the Nevada Cancer Institute will discuss exercise and cancer. Contact Susan at 782-1656 or 267-4308. Contact email: cnelson@cvmchospital.org. Contact phone: 775 267 4308.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Carson Valley Medical Hospital
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
1107 Hwy 395
Gardnerville.
"Gioielli's Bead Night Out"
Event description: Gioielli's Bead Night Out
Join us for an evening of fun and creativity on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday night from 5 – 8 pm. We’ll teach you how to make jewelry of your choice or help you in your own creations. You can bring your own beads and just create! There’s no need to sign up – just come in and it’s FREE! Contact email: gioielli@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 530-582-4464.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Gioielli
10280 Donner Pass Rd
Truckee, CA 96161.
For more info visit www.specialtybeads.com. Beading and Jewelry Making Class
Event description: Join us every Wednesday to learn basic, intermediate, and advanced beading and jewelry making techniques. Learn stringing, wire wrapping, intricate beading stitches and so much more! $25.00 includes all materials needed to complete a new piece of jewelry each week. Pre-Registration Required, call now space is limited. Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-292-0291.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
1459 US Hwy 395
Gardnerville, NV 89410.
Women's Support Group
Event description: Peer support group for women who have experienced, or are still experiencing, domestic violence or sexual assault. Free child activities are provided for group attendees in the same location by trained volunteers and staff. Contact email: dwitteman@family-support.org. Contact phone: 775-782-8692.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Family Support Council, 1255 Waterloo Lane.
Zumba Fitness® in Douglas County
Event description: WHAT IS ZUMBA®
FUN AND EASY TO DO!!!
Zumba® is a very dynamic and exiting class full of Latin and exotic music flavors! The routines feature aerobic interval training (fitness interval training) that tone and sculpt the body while having a good time. It targets areas such as gluts, legs, arms, ABS and the most important muscle in the body, the heart. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps, so you don’t have to know to dance to Zumba® and at the end still get the result… Contact email: mariana_q@live.com. Contact phone: 775-7902501.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Energize Studios
1650 Hwy 395 Suite # 201
Minden, Nevada 89423
Saturday Classes 9am to 10am.
For more info visit 64017.zumba.com. Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Thursday, August 5, 2010 – Wednesday, August 11, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Vacation Bible School
Event description: High Sierra Fellowship is sponsoring a Vacation Bible School program August 2-6 from 9am to 12pm. “Soul Survivors on Danger Island” is an exciting and interactive learning experience for children ages 5 to 11 (K through 6th grade). Children will discover how God gives victory over obstacles in life. For more information or to register, please call (775) 782-7486. Contact phone: (775) 782-7486.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
High Sierra Fellowship
1426 Industrial Way, Gardnerville NV 89410.
KIDZ FIT
Event description: Outdoor Fitness for KIDS! Benefits of kids living an active lifestyle are endless. Show your kids you care about their health by participating in KIDZ FIT!
Obstacle courses
Aerobic Exercises
Relays
Running Trails
Stretching & Flexibility
Fine & Large Motor Skills
And lots of Fun!
Children ages 3-12 will be able to participate in the KIDZ FIT program.
Locations will vary, however they will always be OUTSIDE!
Cost: $4.00/day/child (Non-Member) $3.00/day/child (Member)
Contact us today for more inf… Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Various.
Hot August Nights Poker Run
Event description: Hot August Nights Poker Run. You are invited to enjoy the cars, lunch and beautiful day in Minden Park. Contact email: sheila@carsonvalleynv.org. Contact phone: 782-8144.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Minden Park, 6th & Esmeralda Avenue.
Kids-N-Klay
Event description: Molding and creating with clay develops fine and gross motor skills as well as keeping artistic creativity alive in children. Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts is providing that opportunity this summer. Every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm we will be conducting Kids-N-Klay classes for children grades K-8. They will learn building with slabs, pinch pot, and coiling techniques.
Make Thursdays the day your kids continue their mental and physical development through out the summer. A different project each week.… Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-292-0291.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
1459 US Hwy 395 No
Gardnerville, NV 89410.
KIDS-N-KLAY
Event description: Molding and creating with clay develops fine and gross motor skills as well as keeping artistic creativity alive in children. Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts is providing that opportunity this summer. Every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm we will be conducting Kids-N-Klay classes for children grades K-8. They will learn building with slabs, pinch pot, and coiling techniques.
Make Thursdays the day your kids continue their mental and physical development through out the summer. A different project each week.… Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-265-6972.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
811 Short Court, Ste 'A'
Gardnerville, NV 89460.
Job Seekers Networking and Support Group
Event description: Connect and interact with other job seekers in our community. Learn valuable tips and strategies to enhance your job search. No registration or appointment necessary. All Douglas County residents are welcome. Contact phone: 775-782-9825.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Douglas County Public Library
1625 Library Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
Butterflies and Butterfly Gardening In the Tahoe Basin
Event description: This lecture will cover the species of butterflies you are most likely to see in the Sierra Nevada, and touch on the rich fauna that you can access easily within just a few miles of the Basin. Contact email: lkburns@ucdavis.edu. Contact phone: 775-881-7560 ext. 7474.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Assembly Rooms 139 & 141, Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences, 291 Country Club Drive, Incline Village (on the campus of Sierra Nevada College).
For more info visit terc.ucdavis.edu. New Mixed League
Event description: New mixed league. 50 targets a night. Trap, 5-Stand,Skeet, And Sporting Clays. Novice To Pro Welcome to join. Contact email: Proshop@capcityclays.com. Contact phone: (775)882-9904.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 6:00 PM.
Capitol City Gun Club
3590 Arrowhead Drive
Carson City, NV 89706.
Weekly swing dance
Event description: West Coast swing dancing sponsored by High Sierra Swing Dance Club, Carson Lane’s 11th Frame Lounge, 4600 Snyder Ave, Carson City, every Thursday, 7-10 p.m. free. No partner necessary. Practice your swing moves, or just check out the dance at this fun, nonstructured event. Information: 775-629-9369 or www.highsierraSDC.org. Contact phone: 7756299369.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Carson Lanes.
Chorus of the Comstock Meeting
Event description: Men's a capella four part barbershop harmony singing. Guests welcome. Available for performance. Contact email: cnsoong@gmail.com. Contact phone: 7758829472.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
901 Beverly Drive
Carson City, NV 89706.
Sizzlin' Summer Yard Sales
Event description: Sizzlin Summer Yard Sales! Come on by for killer deals! Great Selection, Great Savings! All proceeds benefit Tahoe Youth & Family Services. Contact email: julie@tahoeyouth.org. Contact phone: 7757824202x 3.
Thursday, August 5, 2010, 11:00 PM.
791 Tillman Ln. Tahoe Youth & Family Services Drop In Center in the Ranchos, Corner of Kimmerling & Tillman, Next to Ginas Dog Grooming.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Friday, August 6, 2010 – Thursday, August 12, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
ST. GALL ANNUAL AWESOME RUMMAGE SALE
Event description: ST.GALL ANNUAL AWESOME RUMMAGE
SALE. SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.
GREAT BUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Contact email: rbarth@saintgall.org. Contact phone: 775 782-2852.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:00 AM – Saturday, August 7, 2010, 7:00 AM.
1343 CENTERVILLE LANE
GARDNERVILLE, NV.
St.Gall Annual Awesome Rummage Sale
Event description: Annual Awesome Rummage Sale.Something for everyone. Contact email: rbarth@saintgall.org. Contact phone: 782-2852.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
1343 Centerville Lane.
Vacation Bible School
Event description: High Sierra Fellowship is sponsoring a Vacation Bible School program August 2-6 from 9am to 12pm. “Soul Survivors on Danger Island” is an exciting and interactive learning experience for children ages 5 to 11 (K through 6th grade). Children will discover how God gives victory over obstacles in life. For more information or to register, please call (775) 782-7486. Contact phone: (775) 782-7486.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
High Sierra Fellowship
1426 Industrial Way, Gardnerville NV 89410.
KIDZ Yoga FIT
Event description: Let Tahoe Trail Blazers Outdoor Adventure Club’s KIDZ Yoga FIT help your child develop better body awareness, self-control, flexibility, focus, and coordination for a happy, healthy, balanced life. (AGES 4-12)
Drop-Ins and Parents Welcome!
$5.00 per person
http://www.tahoetrailblazers.com/KIDZ_FIT.html. Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Tahoe Trail Blazers
Edmonds Sports Complex.
For more info visit www.tahoetrailblazers.com. Brotherhood MC/Bike Night
Event description: Bike Night
Every Friday starting at 6:00 p.m.
American Legion Post 795
2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
All Bikes Welcome! Contact email: lisalisazzzzz@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530-544-3706.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
American Legion Post 795
2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
All Bikes Welcome!
DAWG 10th Anniversary Party
Event description: DAWG 10th Anniversary Party, Aug. 6 at Sharkey's Casino, 1440 Hwy 395 North, Gardnerville (upstairs). 6 p.m. Say thanks to DAWG volunteers and enjoy a great meal for $25 per person. Reservations required. Info: Gareth Craner, 782-7975. Contact phone: 782-7975.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Sharkey's Casino (upstairs) 1440 Hwy 395 N, Gardnerville.
Survivors of Suicide
Event description: Every first and third Thursday of the month. Contact email: orita@spnawareness.org. Contact phone: 775.783.1510.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 6:00 PM.
1702 County Road A3
Minden, NV. 89423.
Once Upon a Mattress
Event description: If you thought you knew the story of "The Princess and The Pea," you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that it may not have been the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night? Carried on a wave of beguiling songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting she… Contact email: toadinc@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-219-3577.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School.
Dillon McKenzie Benefit
Event description: Fundraiser to benefit Douglas High School Sophomore paralyzed in swimming accident. A portion of the sales will be donated. Live Music and Raffle. Contact email: yldwest2@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 775-309-3649.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 8:00 PM.
The Moose & Squirrel, Gardnerville Ranchos.
Sizzlin' Summer Yard Sales
Event description: Sizzlin Summer Yard Sales! Come on by for killer deals! Great Selection, Great Savings! All proceeds benefit Tahoe Youth & Family Services. Contact email: julie@tahoeyouth.org. Contact phone: 7757824202x 3.
Friday, August 6, 2010, 11:00 PM.
791 Tillman Ln. Tahoe Youth & Family Services Drop In Center in the Ranchos, Corner of Kimmerling & Tillman, Next to Ginas Dog Grooming.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Saturday, August 7, 2010 – Friday, August 13, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Youth Fun Day
Event description: Sponsored by the Washoe Tribe Police Department, the event will feature various speakers on "bullying" "drug awareness" "DUI" "Underage Drinking" and more. Agencies participating are: DPS, ITCN, ITCC, NHP, BIA Law Enforcement, DV Program, WT Clinic, WT Language Program, WT EPA,East Fork Fire District and Washoe Housing Authority. Contact email: millie.kizer@washoetribe.us. Contact phone: (775) 265-7540.
Saturday, August 7, 2010.
Dresslerville Gym
1585 Watasheamu
Dresslerville Community.
WWII Living History Weekend
Event description: The re-enactors of Baker Company, 502nd PIR – 101st Airborne Division, will be setting up a World War II living history camp in conjunction with the Zoar Harvest Festival, August 7-8.
The public can tour the camp and see how soldiers lived in the field. They will be able to talk with the re-enactors and see and touch the uniforms, weapons, equipment and restored military vehicles. There will also be an extensive display featuring original uniforms and equipment from World War II. For more info visit http… Contact email: chris@ddayquartermaster.com. Contact phone: 330-874-1818.
Saturday, August 7, 2010 – Sunday, August 8, 2010.
120 W. 5th St. Zoar, OH 44697.
For more info visit www.firstalliedairborne.com. Rummage sale
Event description: Annual Rummage Sale. Contact email: rbarth@saintgall.org. Contact phone: 782-2852.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
1343 Centerville Lane.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Event description: Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a free 12 Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating & bulimia. Contact phone: 530-412-1664.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd (downstairs) (1 block west of Clay St.), 501 California Ave. Reno.
Young Eagles Flight/Pancake Breakfast
Event description: Young Eagles -Ages 8-17-Free flight in a small aircraft, info on flight training & careers in aviation. Free breakfast@8:30,...then orientation @ 9:30...Flight @ 10:00. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Contact email: N54429@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 775 882.1237.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Carson City Airport
2500 College Parkway
Carson, City, NV.
Depression & Bipolar Support Group
Event description: Support Group for people with Depression or Bipolar Disorder, family, friends. Meets 1st & 3rd Saturdays of each month. Peer-led; refreshments served. Free. BHS Conference Room. Contact email: TopazKCB@aol.com. Contact phone: 775-291-4762.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Behavioral Health Services
Corner of W.William St. & Minnesota
Carson City, NV.
Child Development Center's Carnival Fundraiser
Event description: Prizes, Food, Games, Face Painting,
Raffles, Bake Sale and Popcorn.
Cost: $5.00 per ticket. Contact email: abennett@wnc.edu. Contact phone: 775-445-4265.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Western Nevada College
Child Development Center
2201 W. College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703.
Taste of the Towns
Event description: The Douglas County Historical Society’s “Taste of the Towns” is coming to Gardnerville, August 7, 2010. There will be five restaurants and three businesses for you to taste and browse on the walk from Mill Street to Douglas Avenue. Mike Maloney will be playing for you at J.T.’s
In the parking lot at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center, seven more restaurants and two businesses will be set up, offering tastes and samples. Ben Crocker will be entertaining you once again.
You will taste Italian,… Contact email: dchs@historicnevada.org. Contact phone: 775-782-2555.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center
1477 Hwy 395 N
Gardnerville, NV 89410.
Once Upon a Mattress
Event description: If you thought you knew the story of "The Princess and The Pea," you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that it may not have been the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night? Carried on a wave of beguiling songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting she… Contact email: toadinc@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-219-3577.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School.
Sizzlin' Summer Yard Sales
Event description: Sizzlin Summer Yard Sales! Come on by for killer deals! Great Selection, Great Savings! All proceeds benefit Tahoe Youth & Family Services. Contact email: julie@tahoeyouth.org. Contact phone: 7757824202x 3.
Saturday, August 7, 2010, 11:00 PM.
791 Tillman Ln. Tahoe Youth & Family Services Drop In Center in the Ranchos, Corner of Kimmerling & Tillman, Next to Ginas Dog Grooming.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Sunday, August 8, 2010 – Saturday, August 14, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Worship Service
Event description: Worship Service. Contact email: MomcatsMail@clearwire.net. Contact phone: 775-267-3669.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Johnson Lane Baptist Church
1581 Johnson Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
Once Upon a Mattress
Event description: If you thought you knew the story of "The Princess and The Pea," you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that it may not have been the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night? Carried on a wave of beguiling songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting she… Contact email: toadinc@gmail.com. Contact phone: 775-219-3577.
Sunday, August 8, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Pau-Wa-Lu Middle School
701 Long Valley Road
Gardnerville, NV 89460.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Monday, August 9, 2010 – Sunday, August 15, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Job Seekers Networking and Support Group
Event description: Connect and interact with other job seekers in our community. Learn valuable tips and strategies to enhance your job search. No registration or appointment necessary. All Douglas County residents are welcome. Contact phone: 775-782-9825.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Douglas County Public Library
1625 Library Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
KIDZ Yoga FIT
Event description: Let Tahoe Trail Blazers Outdoor Adventure Club’s KIDZ Yoga FIT help your child develop better body awareness, self-control, flexibility, focus, and coordination for a happy, healthy, balanced life. (AGES 4-12)
Drop-Ins and Parents Welcome!
$5.00 per person
http://www.tahoetrailblazers.com/KIDZ_FIT.html. Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Tahoe Trail Blazers
Edmonds Sports Complex.
For more info visit www.tahoetrailblazers.com. PHEO - Parents Helping Each Other
Event description: Support group for parents & caregivers of children with mental, emotional, and/or physical disablilites. Contact phone: 775-781-0935.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM.
Carson Valley United Methodist Church
1375 Centerville Lane
Gardnerville NV.
Look Good Feel Better
Event description: Free program for women being treated for cancer. Look good and feel better with the help of local cosmetology professionals. Call to reserve your space. Contact phone: 775-782-1656.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Carson Valley Medical Center
Administration Bldg, 2nd Floor
1107 Hwy 397
Gardnerville.
Co-Dependents Anonymous
Event description: 12 Step Meeting
Located across from Carson Valley Inn on Hwy 395. Contact email: k10dimes@aol.com. Contact phone: 775-230-5333.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM.
Coventry Cross Episcopal Church
1631 Esmeralda Place
Minden, NV.
Zumba Fitness® in Douglas County
Event description: WHAT IS ZUMBA®
FUN AND EASY TO DO!!!
Zumba® is a very dynamic and exiting class full of Latin and exotic music flavors! The routines feature aerobic interval training (fitness interval training) that tone and sculpt the body while having a good time. It targets areas such as gluts, legs, arms, ABS and the most important muscle in the body, the heart. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps, so you don’t have to know to dance to Zumba® and at the end still get the result… Contact email: mariana_q@live.com. Contact phone: 775-7902501.
Monday, August 9, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Energize Studios
1650 Hwy 395 Suite # 201
Minden, Nevada 89423
Saturday Classes 9am to 10am.
For more info visit 64017.zumba.com. Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 – Monday, August 16, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
KIDZ FIT
Event description: Outdoor Fitness for KIDS! Benefits of kids living an active lifestyle are endless. Show your kids you care about their health by participating in KIDZ FIT!
Obstacle courses
Aerobic Exercises
Relays
Running Trails
Stretching & Flexibility
Fine & Large Motor Skills
And lots of Fun!
Children ages 3-12 will be able to participate in the KIDZ FIT program.
Locations will vary, however they will always be OUTSIDE!
Cost: $4.00/day/child (Non-Member) $3.00/day/child (Member)
Contact us today for more inf… Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Various.
Introduction to Watercolor
Event description: Basics of Watercolor-Paint a Tahoe Scene. Contact email: workshops@talart.org. Contact phone: 775-790-9261.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tahoe Art League Classroom
Ski Run Boulevard and Highway 50
Behind Red Hut.
Saint Mary's Hospice Volunteer Training - FREE
Event description: Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about caring for hospice patients, addressing the death and grieving process, and understanding the new developments in the hospice industry. Contact email: Nancy Mallery. Contact phone: 775-770-6008.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
990 N. Minnesota Street, Carson City, Nev.
White Christmas Auditions
Event description: Western Nevada Musical Theater Company
http://www.wnc.edu/arts/wnmtc/calendar/
Link: White Chrismas Audition Information
First round auditions: Tuesday, August 10, 6 p.m. Aspen Building, Sarah Winnemucca Hall
Dance auditions: Tuesday, August 10, 7 p.m. Aspen Building, Sarah Winnemucca Hall
Call Backs: Thursday, August 12, 6 p.m. Cedar Building, Marlette Hall. Contact email: musicals@wnc.edu. Contact phone: 775-445-4249.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 6:00 PM.
Western Nevada College
2201 W. College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703.
For more info visit www.wnc.edu. Hands-On Social Media
Event description: Eager to ride the social media wave but just not sure where to start? Join the Parasol Community Collaboration for our Summer Non-Profit Training Series, Hands-On Social Media Tuesdays, August 3, 10 & 17 from 6-7:30pm!
This three-part training series will cover...
8/3
-Building your social media strategy
-Creating a Facebook Page
8/10
-Enhancing your Facebook Page
-Following social media best practices
8/17
-Introduction to Twitter
Instructor: Jaime Olive, AmeriCorps Member, Parasol Commun… Contact email: pcc@parasol.org. Contact phone: 775-298-0119.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
DWR Center
948 Incline Way
Incline Village, NV 89451.
Look Good Feel Better
Event description: Program for women being treated for cancer. Look good and feel better with the help of local cosmetology professionals. Please call to reserve your space. Contact phone: 775-782-1656.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Carson Valley Medical Center Hospital
Administration Bldg. 2nd Floor
1107 Hwy 395
Gardnerville.
Blue Star Mom's Sierra Nevada Chapter 2
Event description: Support group for military moms and their heroes serving here and abroad. Contact email: svbluestarmoms@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 775-287-8714.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM.
Silver Oaks Golf Club, Carson City.
Weekly swing dance
Event description: West Coast swing dancing sponsored by High Sierra Swing Dance Club, El Charro Avitia Restaurant, 4389 S. Carson St. Carson City, every Tuesday, 6:30-9 p.m. free. No partner necessary. Practice your swing moves or just check out the dance at this fun, nonstructured event. Information: 775-629-9369 or www.highsierraSDC.org. Contact phone: 7756299369.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
El Charro Avitia Restaurant.
Bridge
Event description: Learn to play or hone your skills with a social bridge club. If you can't laugh and play bridge at the same time, we're not the bridge club for you. Contact email: bevjimtre@gbis.com. Contact phone: 266-4835.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Minden/Douglas Elks Lodge
1276 Pit Rd
Gardnerville.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Event description: Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a free 12 Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating & bulimia. Contact phone: 775.782.3435.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, (white building to left of church) 300 N. Division Street, Carson City.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 – Tuesday, August 17, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
KIDZ Yoga FIT
Event description: Let Tahoe Trail Blazers Outdoor Adventure Club’s KIDZ Yoga FIT help your child develop better body awareness, self-control, flexibility, focus, and coordination for a happy, healthy, balanced life. (AGES 4-12)
Drop-Ins and Parents Welcome!
$5.00 per person
http://www.tahoetrailblazers.com/KIDZ_FIT.html. Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Tahoe Trail Blazers
Edmonds Sports Complex.
For more info visit www.tahoetrailblazers.com. Stroke Support Group
Event description: Support group for survivors of strokes and their caregivers. Contact email: shawn.binn@ctrh.org. Contact phone: 775-445-8548.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Carson Tahoe Hospital.
FREE Core + Kettlebell + Cardio Class in August
Event description: Come and experience a FREE 3 WEEK Core + Kettlebell + Cardio class at Anytime Fitness in Carson City. Class size is limited so call the club to reserve your spot 775-885-7771. Come early or stay after the class and enjoy the club for FREE during the three week class offered by Jen'sFit. See you at the gym. Contact email: CarsonCityNV@anytimefitness.com. Contact phone: 7758857771.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM.
Anytime Fitness
4530 South Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701.
Beading and Jewelry Making Class
Event description: Join us every Wednesday to learn basic, intermediate, and advanced beading and jewelry making techniques. Learn stringing, wire wrapping, intricate beading stitches and so much more! $25.00 includes all materials needed to complete a new piece of jewelry each week. Pre-Registration Required, call now space is limited. Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-292-0291.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
1459 US Hwy 395
Gardnerville, NV 89410.
Women's Support Group
Event description: Peer support group for women who have experienced, or are still experiencing, domestic violence or sexual assault. Free child activities are provided for group attendees in the same location by trained volunteers and staff. Contact email: dwitteman@family-support.org. Contact phone: 775-782-8692.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Family Support Council, 1255 Waterloo Lane.
Zumba Fitness® in Douglas County
Event description: WHAT IS ZUMBA®
FUN AND EASY TO DO!!!
Zumba® is a very dynamic and exiting class full of Latin and exotic music flavors! The routines feature aerobic interval training (fitness interval training) that tone and sculpt the body while having a good time. It targets areas such as gluts, legs, arms, ABS and the most important muscle in the body, the heart. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps, so you don’t have to know to dance to Zumba® and at the end still get the result… Contact email: mariana_q@live.com. Contact phone: 775-7902501.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Energize Studios
1650 Hwy 395 Suite # 201
Minden, Nevada 89423
Saturday Classes 9am to 10am.
For more info visit 64017.zumba.com. Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Thursday, August 12, 2010 – Wednesday, August 18, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
KIDZ FIT
Event description: Outdoor Fitness for KIDS! Benefits of kids living an active lifestyle are endless. Show your kids you care about their health by participating in KIDZ FIT!
Obstacle courses
Aerobic Exercises
Relays
Running Trails
Stretching & Flexibility
Fine & Large Motor Skills
And lots of Fun!
Children ages 3-12 will be able to participate in the KIDZ FIT program.
Locations will vary, however they will always be OUTSIDE!
Cost: $4.00/day/child (Non-Member) $3.00/day/child (Member)
Contact us today for more inf… Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Various.
Kids-N-Klay
Event description: Molding and creating with clay develops fine and gross motor skills as well as keeping artistic creativity alive in children. Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts is providing that opportunity this summer. Every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm we will be conducting Kids-N-Klay classes for children grades K-8. They will learn building with slabs, pinch pot, and coiling techniques.
Make Thursdays the day your kids continue their mental and physical development through out the summer. A different project each week.… Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-292-0291.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
1459 US Hwy 395 No
Gardnerville, NV 89410.
KIDS-N-KLAY
Event description: Molding and creating with clay develops fine and gross motor skills as well as keeping artistic creativity alive in children. Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts is providing that opportunity this summer. Every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm we will be conducting Kids-N-Klay classes for children grades K-8. They will learn building with slabs, pinch pot, and coiling techniques.
Make Thursdays the day your kids continue their mental and physical development through out the summer. A different project each week.… Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-265-6972.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
811 Short Court, Ste 'A'
Gardnerville, NV 89460.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Event description: Support group for families coping with family members with Alzheimer's disease. Contact email: stan.dowdy@alz.org. Contact phone: 775-786-8061.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Merrill Gardens
1565A Virginia Ranch Road
Gardnerville.
Job Seekers Networking and Support Group
Event description: Connect and interact with other job seekers in our community. Learn valuable tips and strategies to enhance your job search. No registration or appointment necessary. All Douglas County residents are welcome. Contact phone: 775-782-9825.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Douglas County Public Library
1625 Library Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
Historic Lecture
Event description: Ed and Debora Delaney will tell us about a prison break in Carson City in 1871. Ed is a graduate of California State University, Northridge, with a BA in Journalism and a MA in Mass Communications. His minor was American History. Debora is a graduate of California State University, Fresno, with a BA in Art. Their newest book is "Quest For Freedom". It is a work of historical fiction and chronicles the infamous 1871 Nevada State Prison break. This event saw 29 hardened criminals escape from the Carson… Contact email: dchs@historicnevada.org. Contact phone: 775-782-2555.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center
1477 Hwy 395 N
Gardnerville, NV 89410.
Weekly swing dance
Event description: West Coast swing dancing sponsored by High Sierra Swing Dance Club, Carson Lane’s 11th Frame Lounge, 4600 Snyder Ave, Carson City, every Thursday, 7-10 p.m. free. No partner necessary. Practice your swing moves, or just check out the dance at this fun, nonstructured event. Information: 775-629-9369 or www.highsierraSDC.org. Contact phone: 7756299369.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Carson Lanes.
Chorus of the Comstock Meeting
Event description: Men's a capella four part barbershop harmony singing. Guests welcome. Available for performance. Contact email: cnsoong@gmail.com. Contact phone: 7758829472.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
901 Beverly Drive
Carson City, NV 89706.
Douglas County Republican Central Committee meeting
Event description: Guest Speaker: Candidate for Attorney General Travis Barrick. Contact email: mwbenz@charter.net. Contact phone: 782-5078.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
1343 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville.
Beethoven, The Mammoth
Event description: Members of the Eastern Sierra Symphony Orchestra will perform Beethoven's Octet in E-flat, Opus 103. Pianist Steven Beus will perform Beethoven's 15 Variations and Fugue in E-flst Major, Opus 35, the "Eroica" Variations. Beethoven's String Quartet in E-flat Major, Opus 74, "The Harp" will be performed by violinists Maria Newman and Scott Hosfield, violist Andrew Pickens and cellist Leighton Fong. Contact email: info@sierrasummerfestival.org. Contact phone: 760-873-4616.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Old Mammoth Rd. and Ranch Rd.
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546.
For more info visit www.sierrasummerfestival.org. Sizzlin' Summer Yard Sales
Event description: Sizzlin Summer Yard Sales! Come on by for killer deals! Great Selection, Great Savings! All proceeds benefit Tahoe Youth & Family Services. Contact email: julie@tahoeyouth.org. Contact phone: 7757824202x 3.
Thursday, August 12, 2010, 11:00 PM.
791 Tillman Ln. Tahoe Youth & Family Services Drop In Center in the Ranchos, Corner of Kimmerling & Tillman, Next to Ginas Dog Grooming.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Friday, August 13, 2010 – Thursday, August 19, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
KIDZ Yoga FIT
Event description: Let Tahoe Trail Blazers Outdoor Adventure Club’s KIDZ Yoga FIT help your child develop better body awareness, self-control, flexibility, focus, and coordination for a happy, healthy, balanced life. (AGES 4-12)
Drop-Ins and Parents Welcome!
$5.00 per person
http://www.tahoetrailblazers.com/KIDZ_FIT.html. Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Tahoe Trail Blazers
Edmonds Sports Complex.
For more info visit www.tahoetrailblazers.com. Boys & Girls Club Hot Summer Nights BBQ and Concert
Event description: Boys & Girls Club Fundraiser. Tickets are $20 for BBQ and concert. Get tickets from a Boys & Girls Club Board member or at Lira's. Contact phone: Jeri Johnson 771-6432.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Lira's parking lot.
Brotherhood MC/Bike Night
Event description: Bike Night
Every Friday starting at 6:00 p.m.
American Legion Post 795
2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
All Bikes Welcome! Contact email: lisalisazzzzz@yahoo.com. Contact phone: 530-544-3706.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
American Legion Post 795
2748 Lake Tahoe Blvd.
All Bikes Welcome!
Beethoven, The Mammoth!
Event description: The Eastern Sierra Symphony Orchestra will open with Beethoven's Overture to "Egmont" Opus 84. Award winning pianist Stephen Beus will join the orchestra in the performance of Beethoven's Concerto for Piano and ORchestra No. 3 in C Minor, Opus 37. The finals will be a performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Opus 67, perhaps the most popular of Beethoven's compositions. Contact email: info@sierrasummerfestival.org. Contact phone: 760-873-4616.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Mountain Conference Center, Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546.
For more info visit www.sierrasummerfestival.org. Sizzlin' Summer Yard Sales
Event description: Sizzlin Summer Yard Sales! Come on by for killer deals! Great Selection, Great Savings! All proceeds benefit Tahoe Youth & Family Services. Contact email: julie@tahoeyouth.org. Contact phone: 7757824202x 3.
Friday, August 13, 2010, 11:00 PM.
791 Tillman Ln. Tahoe Youth & Family Services Drop In Center in the Ranchos, Corner of Kimmerling & Tillman, Next to Ginas Dog Grooming.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Saturday, August 14, 2010 – Friday, August 20, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Event description: Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a free 12 Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating & bulimia. Contact phone: 530-412-1664.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM.
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd (downstairs) (1 block west of Clay St.), 501 California Ave. Reno.
Old Time Music Festival
Event description: The American roots music event is expanding this summer to include more bands, more chilren's activities and vendors. Bands include Country Valley Jug Band, Acoustic Solution, Hot Club de Renaux, Large Bills Accepted, Wild Horse Drive and Miss Lonely Hearts. Free to the public. Contact email: sgonzales@co.douglas.nv.us. Contact phone: 775-782-8696.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Town of Genoa Town Park.
Beethoven, The Mammoth!
Event description: The Eastern Sierra Symphony Orchestra will open with Beethoven's Overture to "Egmont" Opus 84. Award winning pianist Stephen Beus will join the orchestra in the performance of Beethoven's Concerto for Piano and ORchestra No. 3 in C Minor, Opus 37. The finals will be a performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Opus 67, perhaps the most popular of Beethoven's compositions. Contact email: info@sierrasummerfestival.org. Contact phone: 760-934-7477.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Mountain Conference Center, Main Lodge
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area
Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546.
For more info visit www.sierrasummerfestival.org. Sizzlin' Summer Yard Sales
Event description: Sizzlin Summer Yard Sales! Come on by for killer deals! Great Selection, Great Savings! All proceeds benefit Tahoe Youth & Family Services. Contact email: julie@tahoeyouth.org. Contact phone: 7757824202x 3.
Saturday, August 14, 2010, 11:00 PM.
791 Tillman Ln. Tahoe Youth & Family Services Drop In Center in the Ranchos, Corner of Kimmerling & Tillman, Next to Ginas Dog Grooming.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Sunday, August 15, 2010 – Saturday, August 21, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Worship Service
Event description: Worship Service. Contact email: MomcatsMail@clearwire.net. Contact phone: 775-267-3669.
Sunday, August 15, 2010, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Johnson Lane Baptist Church
1581 Johnson Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Monday, August 16, 2010 – Sunday, August 22, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Job Seekers Networking and Support Group
Event description: Connect and interact with other job seekers in our community. Learn valuable tips and strategies to enhance your job search. No registration or appointment necessary. All Douglas County residents are welcome. Contact phone: 775-782-9825.
Monday, August 16, 2010, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Douglas County Public Library
1625 Library Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
PHEO - Parents Helping Each Other
Event description: Support group for parents & caregivers of children with mental, emotional, and/or physical disablilites. Contact phone: 775-781-0935.
Monday, August 16, 2010, 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM.
Carson Valley United Methodist Church
1375 Centerville Lane
Gardnerville NV.
Co-Dependents Anonymous
Event description: 12 Step Meeting
Located across from Carson Valley Inn on Hwy 395. Contact email: k10dimes@aol.com. Contact phone: 775-230-5333.
Monday, August 16, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM.
Coventry Cross Episcopal Church
1631 Esmeralda Place
Minden, NV.
Zumba Fitness® in Douglas County
Event description: WHAT IS ZUMBA®
FUN AND EASY TO DO!!!
Zumba® is a very dynamic and exiting class full of Latin and exotic music flavors! The routines feature aerobic interval training (fitness interval training) that tone and sculpt the body while having a good time. It targets areas such as gluts, legs, arms, ABS and the most important muscle in the body, the heart. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps, so you don’t have to know to dance to Zumba® and at the end still get the result… Contact email: mariana_q@live.com. Contact phone: 775-7902501.
Monday, August 16, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Energize Studios
1650 Hwy 395 Suite # 201
Minden, Nevada 89423
Saturday Classes 9am to 10am.
For more info visit 64017.zumba.com. Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 – Monday, August 23, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
KIDZ FIT
Event description: Outdoor Fitness for KIDS! Benefits of kids living an active lifestyle are endless. Show your kids you care about their health by participating in KIDZ FIT!
Obstacle courses
Aerobic Exercises
Relays
Running Trails
Stretching & Flexibility
Fine & Large Motor Skills
And lots of Fun!
Children ages 3-12 will be able to participate in the KIDZ FIT program.
Locations will vary, however they will always be OUTSIDE!
Cost: $4.00/day/child (Non-Member) $3.00/day/child (Member)
Contact us today for more inf… Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Various.
Introduction to Watercolor
Event description: Basics of Watercolor-Paint a Tahoe Scene. Contact email: workshops@talart.org. Contact phone: 775-790-9261.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Tahoe Art League Classroom
Ski Run Boulevard and Highway 50
Behind Red Hut.
Saint Mary's Hospice Volunteer Training - FREE
Event description: Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about caring for hospice patients, addressing the death and grieving process, and understanding the new developments in the hospice industry. Contact email: Nancy Mallery. Contact phone: 775-770-6008.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
990 N. Minnesota Street, Carson City, Nev.
Hands-On Social Media
Event description: Eager to ride the social media wave but just not sure where to start? Join the Parasol Community Collaboration for our Summer Non-Profit Training Series, Hands-On Social Media Tuesdays, August 3, 10 & 17 from 6-7:30pm!
This three-part training series will cover...
8/3
-Building your social media strategy
-Creating a Facebook Page
8/10
-Enhancing your Facebook Page
-Following social media best practices
8/17
-Introduction to Twitter
Instructor: Jaime Olive, AmeriCorps Member, Parasol Commun… Contact email: pcc@parasol.org. Contact phone: 775-298-0119.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
DWR Center
948 Incline Way
Incline Village, NV 89451.
Weekly swing dance
Event description: West Coast swing dancing sponsored by High Sierra Swing Dance Club, El Charro Avitia Restaurant, 4389 S. Carson St. Carson City, every Tuesday, 6:30-9 p.m. free. No partner necessary. Practice your swing moves or just check out the dance at this fun, nonstructured event. Information: 775-629-9369 or www.highsierraSDC.org. Contact phone: 7756299369.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
El Charro Avitia Restaurant.
Bridge
Event description: Learn to play or hone your skills with a social bridge club. If you can't laugh and play bridge at the same time, we're not the bridge club for you. Contact email: bevjimtre@gbis.com. Contact phone: 266-4835.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Minden/Douglas Elks Lodge
1276 Pit Rd
Gardnerville.
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous
Event description: Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a free 12 Step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, under-eating & bulimia. Contact phone: 775.782.3435.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
St. Peter's Episcopal Church, (white building to left of church) 300 N. Division Street, Carson City.
Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010 – Tuesday, August 24, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Women’s Estate Planning Basics
Event description: Did you know that women often longer than men? This means that ultimately, women will be the ones affected by financial, retirement and estate planning selections. Julia Gold is a tax and estate planning attorney who will focus on issues specifically facing all women. You will learn about estate planning with an opportunity for questions. These seminars are for women by women. Contact phone: 775-298-0184.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Donald W. Reynolds Community Non-Profit Center, 948 Incline Way, Incline Village, NV.
"Gioielli's Bead Night Out"
Event description: Gioielli's Bead Night Out
Join us for an evening of fun and creativity on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday night from 5 - 8 pm. We'll teach you how to make jewelry of your choice or help you in your own creations. You can bring your own beads and just create! There's no need to sign up - just come in and it's FREE! Contact email: gioielli@sbcglobal.net. Contact phone: 530-582-4464.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Gioielli
10280 Donner Pass Rd
Truckee, CA 96161.
For more info visit www.specialtybeads.com. FREE Core + Kettlebell + Cardio Class in August
Event description: Come and experience a FREE 3 WEEK Core + Kettlebell + Cardio class at Anytime Fitness in Carson City. Class size is limited so call the club to reserve your spot 775-885-7771. Come early or stay after the class and enjoy the club for FREE during the three week class offered by Jen'sFit. See you at the gym. Contact email: CarsonCityNV@anytimefitness.com. Contact phone: 7758857771.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010, 5:15 PM – 6:00 PM.
Anytime Fitness
4530 South Carson Street
Carson City, NV 89701.
Beading and Jewelry Making Class
Event description: Join us every Wednesday to learn basic, intermediate, and advanced beading and jewelry making techniques. Learn stringing, wire wrapping, intricate beading stitches and so much more! $25.00 includes all materials needed to complete a new piece of jewelry each week. Pre-Registration Required, call now space is limited. Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-292-0291.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
1459 US Hwy 395
Gardnerville, NV 89410.
Women's Support Group
Event description: Peer support group for women who have experienced, or are still experiencing, domestic violence or sexual assault. Free child activities are provided for group attendees in the same location by trained volunteers and staff. Contact email: dwitteman@family-support.org. Contact phone: 775-782-8692.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Family Support Council, 1255 Waterloo Lane.
Zumba Fitness® in Douglas County
Event description: WHAT IS ZUMBA®
FUN AND EASY TO DO!!!
Zumba® is a very dynamic and exiting class full of Latin and exotic music flavors! The routines feature aerobic interval training (fitness interval training) that tone and sculpt the body while having a good time. It targets areas such as gluts, legs, arms, ABS and the most important muscle in the body, the heart. It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps, so you don’t have to know to dance to Zumba® and at the end still get the result… Contact email: mariana_q@live.com. Contact phone: 775-7902501.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Energize Studios
1650 Hwy 395 Suite # 201
Minden, Nevada 89423
Saturday Classes 9am to 10am.
For more info visit 64017.zumba.com. Windows to the World
Event description: Eileen Fuller, and two local artists, Linda Walker and Maxine Cook join in a month long show “Windows to the World”. Landcapes, gardens and vistas in watercolor, oil and pastel by these three artists will be the feature show for August. RECEPTION will be 1 pm to 4 pm on Sunday, August 1 and the show runs daily from August 1 through 31. Guest artist is the silk painter Frances Cascarano. The Gallery is open daily from 11 am to 4 pm and is free to the public. The Artists Co-op Gallery is located at 672 Mill… Contact email: al@artistsco-opgalleryreno.com. Contact phone: 775-322-8896.
Thursday, August 19, 2010 – Wednesday, August 25, 2010.
Artists Co-op Gallery
627 Mill St.
Reno, NV.
Community Wellness and Lab Draw
Event description: Affordable and convenient lab and wellness services. No appointment or doctor's order necessary. Please call or go to our website for more information. Some tests require 12 hour fast. Contact phone: 775-782-1536.
Thursday, August 19, 2010, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Carson Valley Medical Center
1107 Hwy 395
Gardnerville.
KIDZ FIT
Event description: Outdoor Fitness for KIDS! Benefits of kids living an active lifestyle are endless. Show your kids you care about their health by participating in KIDZ FIT!
Obstacle courses
Aerobic Exercises
Relays
Running Trails
Stretching & Flexibility
Fine & Large Motor Skills
And lots of Fun!
Children ages 3-12 will be able to participate in the KIDZ FIT program.
Locations will vary, however they will always be OUTSIDE!
Cost: $4.00/day/child (Non-Member) $3.00/day/child (Member)
Contact us today for more inf… Contact email: adventures@tahoetrailblazers.com. Contact phone: 775-220-6340.
Thursday, August 19, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Various.
Kids-N-Klay
Event description: Molding and creating with clay develops fine and gross motor skills as well as keeping artistic creativity alive in children. Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts is providing that opportunity this summer. Every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm we will be conducting Kids-N-Klay classes for children grades K-8. They will learn building with slabs, pinch pot, and coiling techniques.
Make Thursdays the day your kids continue their mental and physical development through out the summer. A different project each week.… Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-292-0291.
Thursday, August 19, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
1459 US Hwy 395 No
Gardnerville, NV 89410.
KIDS-N-KLAY
Event description: Molding and creating with clay develops fine and gross motor skills as well as keeping artistic creativity alive in children. Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts is providing that opportunity this summer. Every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm we will be conducting Kids-N-Klay classes for children grades K-8. They will learn building with slabs, pinch pot, and coiling techniques.
Make Thursdays the day your kids continue their mental and physical development through out the summer. A different project each week.… Contact email: thewizard@sapphirewizard.com. Contact phone: 775-265-6972.
Thursday, August 19, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Sapphire Wizard Fired Arts
811 Short Court, Ste 'A'
Gardnerville, NV 89460.
Job Seekers Networking and Support Group
Event description: Connect and interact with other job seekers in our community. Learn valuable tips and strategies to enhance your job search. No registration or appointment necessary. All Douglas County residents are welcome. Contact phone: 775-782-9825.
Thursday, August 19, 2010, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Douglas County Public Library
1625 Library Lane
Minden, NV 89423.
Thirsty Third Thursday-Wine Walk
Event description: Main Street Gardnerville presents “Thirsty Third Thursday” wine walks, the third Thursday of each month, May-September, 4:30-8pm (May 20th, June 17th, July 15th, Aug. 19th & Sept. 16th) in the downtown Gardnerville Main Street District. Come dressed in support of each month’s theme and you could win some great prizes. Cost is $5 for a commemorative wine glass (which can be used at all of our 2010 wine walks) then just $10 to register at each wine walk. Registration booth will be located at the Carson Va… Contact email: plochridge@mainstreetgardnerville.org. Contact phone: 775.782.8027.
Thursday, August 19, 2010, 4:30 PM –