Shaking things up
Australian band CIVIC makes a stop in Reno tonight fresh off their appearance at the Punk Rock Bowling and Music Festival in Las Vegas. The Melbourne-based quintet gained critical praise for the raw, distinctly Australian punk rock heard on their first two albums—2021’s Future Forecast and 2023’s Taken by Force. Their latest release, Chrome Dipped, which drops on May 30, takes the band in a different direction, with fewer guitar solos and a little more experimentation. Local bands Rotary Club and Orral Fixation will open the all-ages show, which starts at 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 28, at The Holland Project, 140 Vesta St. Tickets are $15-$20. Visit hollandreno.org.
Hump Day happening
Mark the midway point of the work week with the return of the Summer Concert Series at The Village at Rancharrah. The series kicks off tonight with a performance by funk/roots group Jelly Bread on Wednesday, May 28. Other acts scheduled to play this coming month include Cruz Control on June 4, The Copper Children (pictured) on June 11 and Full Blast on June 25. Bring low-back lawn chairs and cozy blankets, but leave the outside food and alcohol at home, as they will not be permitted. Food and drink can be purchased at one of the restaurants and eateries on the property. The shows start at 5:30 p.m., every Wednesday through Sept. 3, at the courtyard in The Village at Rancharrah, 7100 Rancharrah Parkway. For a schedule of upcoming events, go to www.villageatrancharrah.com/events.
Rock on
The Reno Gem and Mineral Society hosts its annual Spring Artisan Craft Fair featuring a variety of unique items for sale, including jewelry created from stones found across the state, local photography and home décor. Visitors can also learn about the society’s educational community outreach programs, field trips and classes. The fair is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday, May 30; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 31; and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, June 1, at Reno Town Mall, 4001 S. Virginia St. Visit renogms.org/artisan-craft-fair.
Right on Q
Proscenium Players, Inc. present Avenue Q, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy that tells the story of a recent college grad named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that, although the residents seem nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Sometimes described as Sesame Street meets Rent, Avenue Q features puppets and human actors interacting in a format akin to the beloved children’s television program, but dealing with more complex topics such as coming out, internet pornography and racism. Ultimately, the characters learn that many people never find their purpose, but life goes on, and everything, both good and bad, is “only for now.” Performances start at 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday, May 30-31 and June 6-7; and 2 p.m., Sunday, June 1 and 8, at the Maizie Black Box Theater at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St., Carson City. Tickets are $30 for general admission and $25 for seniors and students. The show is intended for mature audiences who don’t mind adult situations, strong language and puppet nudity. Visit breweryarts.org or www.carsontheater.com.
Go for a spin
Sky Tavern celebrates a season in bloom and the opening day of its bike park at its May Day Festival this weekend. The festivities include bike demos, food trucks, a vendor village, a zip line from Project Discovery, workshops, group rides, yoga, music spun by DJ Alex T, an après party by Dames of Dirt, and Kama Surfaces with live music by Still the Weather. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 31, at Sky Tavern, 21130 Mt. Rose Highway. General admission tickets are $10 without shuttle service, and $30 for festival admission and shuttle service. Entry is free for kids age 12 and younger. All proceeds go to the next phase of bike park development. Go to www.skytavern.org/mayday for more details.
Lei’d back
If a Hawaiian vacation isn’t in the cards right now, there are two events happening this week that will bring the island vibes to you. Reno tiki bar Pele Utu will host its Exotica Night listening party, featuring guests from Recycled Records spinning some of their vinyl treasures while you kick back and enjoy a Skipper Mai Tai, Pele’s Lava Flow or one of many beautifully crafted tropical cocktails. The weekend getaway begins at 8 p.m., Saturday, May 31, at Pele Utu, 1295 Stardust St. Visit www.peleutu.com or www.facebook.com/PeleUtu. You can bring the whole family to Luau Night, an island-themed event featuring live Hawaiian music, luau dancers, face painting, bounce houses, tropical snacks and more, followed by a showing of the new Disney live-action animated remake of Lilo and Stitch at the West Wind El Rancho 4 Drive-In Theater. Moviegoers will also get a chance to enter a sweepstakes to win a Disneyland trip for four, including round-trip flights and park tickets. Gates open at 6 p.m., Saturday, May 31, at West Wind Drive-In and Public Market, 555 El Rancho Drive, Sparks. Tickets are $8.50 for adults; $2 for kids ages 5-11; and free for children age 4 and younger. Visit www.westwinddi.com/luau-night or www.facebook.com/ElRanchoDriveInTheatre for more details.
Push your limits
The city of Sparks and Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living invite people with disabilities and their families to the 20th Annual Mark Wellman Adventure Day and Resource Fair. Named after Paralympian and motivational speaker Mark Wellman, the event offers adaptive bikes, kayaking and rock wall climbing, inclusive activities and the chance for people with disabilities to embrace adventure, break barriers and discover their inner strength. The fair also provides information and resources from a variety of community organizations. The free event is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday, June 1, at Sparks Marina Park, 300 Howard Drive, Sparks. Visit www.cityofsparks.us or nncil.org.
Get the dirt on soil
As many local gardeners know, Northern Nevada’s native soil isn’t quite the black, earthy stuff of gardeners’ dreams. But it’s not impossible to achieve the kind of growing conditions that will help your garden plants thrive. Learn how at Urban Roots’ fourth annual Soil Palooza, a community gardening festival focused around soil health and regenerative agriculture tactics. The event offers demonstrations, expert talks and hands-on activities for adults and children. Highlights include a talk with regenerative specialty crop consultant Chuck Schembre, a composting demo by Craig and Cody Witt of Full Circle Compost, a soil blocking (seed starting) activity led by Catalina Lavalle from Believe In Recess, and a panel discussion with local gardening educators that will cover tips and tricks for growing bountiful harvests and provide examples for how to collaborate for improved access to garden yields. Soil Palooza takes place from 3 to 7:30 p.m., Saturday, June 7, at the Urban Roots Teaching Farm at 1700 E. Second St. The event is free for attendees, but an RSVP is requested. Visit www.urbanrootsnv.org for more details.
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