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SIAMSA—A Celtic Christmas returns to the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino on Thursday, Dec. 5
Shamrock Productions’ signature holiday musical SIAMSA–A Celtic Christmas is returning to the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino’s acclaimed Grand Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m.
This year’s production of SIAMSA—meaning “to celebrate” in Gaelic—features a dazzling ensemble of outstanding dancers, vocalists, actors and musicians. The local holiday staple was written by Amanda Coulson, who also serves as the director and choreographer.
The enchanting tale follows three young orphans searching for the “candle in the window,” the light that represents the true meaning of Christmas. The orphans’ whimsical journey immerses the audience into a world of Celtic traditions and customs from Galicia, Spain, throughout Ireland, Scotland and beyond, creating a magical evening of holiday fun for the entire family. Doors open at 6 p.m.
Tickets start at $35, plus additional taxes and fees. Tickets for children 12 and under and seniors 65 and older start at $20, plus additional taxes and fees. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit grandsierraresort.com, or 800-648-3568. Shamrock Productions is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. (Sponsored Content)
Sugar and spice and everything ice
Thanksgiving has yet to happen, but the holiday celebrations are already under way. Guests can enjoy cookies, cocoa, cider, Christmas carols and more at Grand Sierra Resort’s tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21, in the main entrance of the casino resort. The next day, the GSR will hold the grand opening of its outdoor ice skating rink, on Friday, Nov. 22. There will be four skate sessions offered on weekdays and five sessions on Friday and Saturday, as well as on selected dates (Nov. 27-28, Dec. 22–Jan. 1, Jan. 19 and Feb. 16). Each session is one full hour. The venue opens its doors at 4 p.m. each day. Sessions are 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to session start time, and 60 minutes if you need to purchase tickets in person. Session and skate rental are $19, and a session with no skate rental is $12. Those who need a little help staying upright can rent a skate helper for $10 (first come, first served). A waiver is required to skate, which you can read and sign here. The ice skating rink is located near the pool on the south side of the Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E. Second St. Visit www.grandsierraresort.com/activities/the-ice-rink for more information.
Get on board
Eager to hit the slopes but need to update your winter gear? You might find exactly what you’re looking for at Sky Tavern’s annual Ski Swap this weekend. Shop a wide selection of new and lightly used gear—including outerwear, helmets, boots, goggles, gloves, skis and snowboards—at this fundraiser and volunteer recruitment event for the nonprofit’s Junior Ski program, which teaches area youth how to ski or snowboard. The swap takes place from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, at 3000 Airway Drive, Suite 130. Admission is free. Those who are interested in selling their unused or gently used equipment, accessories or apparel can drop off items between noon and 7 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20; 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, Nov. 22. If the gear sells, Sky Tavern retains 19% for the fundraiser, and the rest goes to the seller. Skis and bindings older than 10 years will be sold as art projects only. Unsold items must be picked up on Sunday, Nov. 24. Call 775-323-5125, or go to www.skytavern.org for more information.
Life on the road
The Radical Cat presents an evening of “poetry in commotion for the modern drifter” at its first event since moving to its new location. The bookstore, in collaboration with Spoken View Collective, will host poets Daryl Gussin and James Norman, who will bring their “Cowboys, Yetis & Other Roadside Oddities” tour to Reno. Los Angeles writer and musician Gussin is the managing editor of the DIY punk fanzine Razorcake. His writing “revolves around the honest, bittersweet and ultimately triumphant aspects of punk and counterculture.” His latest collection of poetry is The Forgotten Edge, the third in a series of collections published this year. Las Vegas musician and “vagabond poet” Norman has spent much of his adult life on the road and at sea—working a variety of jobs, meeting people from all walks of life and gaining a little more insight into the human condition. His most recent collection of poems is How to Set Yourself on Fire and Call It Art, published through Las Vegas-based Zeitgeist Press. Local poets Griffin Peralta and Reena M. Spansail will open the poetry reading, which starts at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21, at The Radical Cat, 1500 S. Virginia St. Visit theradicalcat.square.site.
Nekrofelia
Halloween 2024 has been laid to rest, but it’s always spooky season for the members of Nekromantix. The psychobilly trio has been combining rockabilly and punk music with dark humor and B-horror/science fiction themes since forming in Copenhagen, Denmark, in 1989. Armed with his signature coffin bass, sneering baritone and distinctive quiff, founder Kim Nekroman (who’s also the guitarist in another psychobilly band, Horrorpops) has seen his band through various lineup changes, a move from Denmark to California, and nine albums over its 35-year history. The group’s latest offering is A Symphony of Wolf Tones & Ghost Stories. Nekromantix, along with opening acts Niis, Dark Ride and Pussy Velour, will perform at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21, at Virginia Street Brewhouse, 211 N. Virginia St. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Visit renobrewhouse.com.
Enlighten me
Explore the world of Indian visual arts and learn more about our area’s growing Indian community. The India Arts and Cultural Center in Northern Nevada presents the art exhibition Echoes of Expression featuring work by artists Monika R. Naga, Sravya Gunda, Nikhita K, Bahar Patel and Mangalya Maria D’Souza. This exhibition celebrates the unique techniques, vibrant colors and themes that characterize Indian art. The free show runs through Dec. 6 in the Gallery East at McKinley Arts & Culture Center, 925 Riverside Drive. The gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday (closed weekends and holidays). Visit www.reno.gov/community/arts-culture/city-art-galleries/mckinley-gallery-east-and-west. The IACCNN will also celebrate the Hindu festival of lights at its Diwali Holiday Party featuring Bollywood-style dance performances, music, Indian cuisine and more, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, at the J Resort, 345 N. Arlington Ave. Tickets are $25 general admission and $15 for children ages 5-13 and for University of Nevada, Reno students. Visit iaccnn.org or www.facebook.com/IACCNN.
There’s something about merry
A lot of us could use a little cheer right now. Even if you’re more of a Scrooge than a Santa, a visit to a holiday market might help lift your spirits. Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, seasonal food, holiday treats and other items made, grown or created by more than 130 local vendors at the Riverside Farmers’ Market Holiday Bazaar. The weekly farmers market transforms into a festive wonderland complete with craft stations, live music and entertainment, food trucks, pie-eating and pie-baking contests and holiday-themed photos taken by professional photographers. The market is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 24, at Idlewild and Spoon drives, near the skate park and baseball fields at Idlewild Park. Admission is free. Holiday family portraits and/or photos with Santa Claus are $25. Visit www.renofarmersmarket.com/bazaar for more information.
Rock like an Egyptian
Prog-jam band Blü Egyptian will kick off their “Holidazed and Confused Winter Tour” at Lake Tahoe next week. The Chico, Calif., quartet have been growing their fanbase with their blend of funk, Latin, reggae, bluegrass and rock, opening for national touring acts such as The Mother Hips and New Monsoon and performing at various festivals across the West Coast. Their latest studio album is Chantress of Amun. The band hits the stage at 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 30, in the Red Room at Crystal Bay Casino, 14 Highway 28, Crystal Bay. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 on the day of the show. Call 775-833-6333, or visit www.crystalbaycasino.com.
Let it snow
It isn’t winter yet, but nearby ski areas are hoping this week’s atmospheric river will be the first of many storms to dump a bunch of snow on the slopes this upcoming season. Several ski resorts have already opened, including Palisades Tahoe, which will ring in the season with its Welcome to Winter Party offering an afternoon of events and activities, including a performance by the Blues Monsters, an unveiling of the art installation Forged, and a tree lighting ceremony. The free festivities take place from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 30, in The Village at Palisades, 1750 Village East Road, Olympic Valley. Visit www.palisadestahoe.com.
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