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SUMMARY:Robert Burns Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The annual Robert Burns event\, draws about 600+ attendees from northern Neva­da and northern California\, making it one of the largest such events of its kind on the West Coast. The celebration includes a whisky tasting courtesy of Breakthru Beverages\, dinner (including that most Scottish of dishes … haggis)\, presentation of the Scot of the Year\, Highland dancers\, and a performance by Sierra Highlanders Pipe Band. \nWHEN: Saturday\, Jan. 25\, 2025\nTIME: 4 p.m. whiskey tasting\, 6 p.m. dinner (Deadline Jan. 14)\nWHERE: Grand Sierra Resort Ballroom\nTICKETS: $100 adult \, $30 child (12 & younger \nThe Nevada Society of Scottish Clans is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1982 dedicated to perpetuating ancient customs\, literature\, music\, games and dress of Scotland and its people. The Nevada Society of Scottish Clans promotes Scottish heritage through the annual dinner honoring the memory of Scotland’s national poet\, Robert Burns\, sponsors Tartan Day\, a summer picnic\, Tartan Miniature Golf\, a scholarship program and other activities. More information about the Nevada Society of Scottish Clans is available on its website at www.nvssc.org.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/robert-burns-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Grand Sierra Resort\, 2550 East Second Street\, Reno\, NV\, 89595\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Folklife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250205T130000
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SUMMARY:How to Apply for Folklife Artist Grant\, Folklife Community Grant\, Nevada Heritage Fellowship 
DESCRIPTION:Are you wanting to learn more about grants that support Nevada folklife organizations and artists? Attend this session to help you prepare your grant application. \nThe Folklife Artist Grant (FLA) supports traditional arts projects by folk artists and culture bearers. Eligible projects focus on the transmission of folk arts or traditions that are practiced\, valued\, and shared within culturally specific communities in Nevada. \nThe Nevada Heritage Fellowship from the Nevada Arts Council recognizes tradition bearers living in Nevada whose body of work has contributed to Nevada’s traditional arts heritage. The Nevada Heritage Fellowship is awarded as an honorarium and does not need to be used for any specific expenses or projects (applications for specific projects should be submitted to the Folklife Artist Grant and/or the Project Grant for Artists). \nREGISTER HERE:  Webinar Registration – Zoom
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/how-to-apply-for-folklife-artist-grant-folklife-community-grant-nevada-heritage-fellowship/
LOCATION:Zoom\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife,Professional Development,Virtual,Workshops and Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20241205T223624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T223624Z
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SUMMARY:The Corner Presents Love's Canvas
DESCRIPTION:Willie “Saucey Downs” Williams III will host a forum for artists\, spectators\, and open mic participants. Come celebrate the love of arts & culture through poetry\, music\, and spoken word. The night will feature an array of literary\, visual\, and musical artistry offering an opportunity for everyday people to gather\, to hear\, and to be heard. Won’t you come?
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/the-corner-presents-loves-canvas/
LOCATION:West Las Vegas Arts Center\, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife,Literary,Performing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20241205T223337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T223337Z
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SUMMARY:Black Weekend 2025: Kemet In The Desert Series
DESCRIPTION:The 12th annual Black Weekend 2025: Kemet in the Desert Lecture Series in recognition of Black History Month is a cultural celebration of the African diaspora inclusive of dancing\, music\, spoken word and affirmations in afro-ritualistic traditions.  KITD enlightens and awakens the community by presenting world-renowned master teachers of African & Egyptian history\, culture and religion.  Co-presented with the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District and Platinum Productions.  Executive Director Oscar Robinson will host this series.  The event is held in honor of KITD founder Franklyn G. Verley III. \n\nFriday – Documentary “Global Assignment\,” The Life and Times of Dr. Runoko Rashidi\nSaturday – Lecture by Dr. Anthony “Tony” Browder\, “Why Kemet Matters.”\n\nFor more information\, please call the West Las Vegas Arts Center at 702-229-4800.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/black-weekend-2025-kemet-in-the-desert-series/2025-02-21/
LOCATION:West Las Vegas Library\, 951 W. Lake Mead\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Folklife,Performing,Visual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20241118T214922Z
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SUMMARY:Concert in the Park: Korabo Taiko
DESCRIPTION:Korabo is a Las Vegas taiko ensemble committed to learning and sharing the traditional Japanese art form of taiko. Korabo began with\nthe goal in mind to celebrate the spirit of taiko through collaborative projects in modern channels of art and entertainment. Join us for a family friendly evening of taiko drumming under the stars!
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/concert-in-the-park-korabo-taiko/
LOCATION:Centennial Hills Amphitheater\, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Folklife,Performing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250329T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250329T220000
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CREATED:20241120T223108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T223108Z
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SUMMARY:Pineapple Music Fest
DESCRIPTION:Las Vegas’ newest family music festival featuring a lineup of your favorite local bands\, including the renowned SECOS. Experience an evening of community spirit and top-notch performances that promises to be fun for the whole family! Be part of the movement that values and elevates our city’s artists.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/pineapple-music-fest/
LOCATION:Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza\, 770 Twin Lakes Drive\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Folklife
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
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CREATED:20250130T212918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T212918Z
UID:60013-1743724800-1743811199@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:A Public Fit presents References to Salvador Dali Make Me Hot
DESCRIPTION:By José Rivera\, directed by Gigi Guizado. In the dusty backyard of her\nhouse in Barstow\, California\, Gabriela waits for her soldier husband\nto return from war. Grappling with loneliness and desire\, her vivid\nimagination weaves together dreams\, memories and fantasy while the\nMoon plays the violin and sings to the cat and coyote. Rivera’s iconic\nwork of magical realism is a poetic masterpiece\, inviting audiences into\na world where reality and fantasy blur\, challenging our perceptions of\nlove\, identity\, and the pursuit of happiness in an unpredictable world.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/a-public-fit-presents-references-to-salvador-dali-make-me-hot/
LOCATION:Charleston Heights Arts Center\, 800 Brush St.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife,Visual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250130T212921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T212946Z
UID:59993-1743724800-1743811199@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:A Public Fit presents References to Salvador Dali Make Me Hot
DESCRIPTION:By José Rivera\, directed by Gigi Guizado. In the dusty backyard of her\nhouse in Barstow\, California\, Gabriela waits for her soldier husband\nto return from war. Grappling with loneliness and desire\, her vivid\nimagination weaves together dreams\, memories and fantasy while the\nMoon plays the violin and sings to the cat and coyote. Rivera’s iconic\nwork of magical realism is a poetic masterpiece\, inviting audiences into\na world where reality and fantasy blur\, challenging our perceptions of\nlove\, identity\, and the pursuit of happiness in an unpredictable world.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/a-public-fit-presents-references-to-salvador-dali-make-me-hot-2/2025-04-04/
LOCATION:Charleston Heights Arts Center\, 800 Brush St.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife,Visual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250130T212914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T212914Z
UID:60023-1743850800-1743876000@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Kizuna Society Japanese Spring Festival
DESCRIPTION:The seventh annual Kizuna Japanese Spring Festival will\nfeature entertainment\, food trucks\, Kizuna cultural booths\,\nworkshops and many activities throughout the entire day at\nthe Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/kizuna-society-japanese-spring-festival/
LOCATION:Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza\, 770 Twin Lakes Drive\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Festival,Folklife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250405T180000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250130T212916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T212916Z
UID:60018-1743850800-1743876000@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Kizuna Society Japanese Spring Festival
DESCRIPTION:The seventh annual Kizuna Japanese Spring Festival will\nfeature entertainment\, food trucks\, Kizuna cultural booths\,\nworkshops and many activities throughout the entire day at\nthe Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/kizuna-society-japanese-spring-festival-2/
LOCATION:Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza\, 770 Twin Lakes Drive\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Festival,Folklife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T163000
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CREATED:20250407T220310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T220327Z
UID:61986-1744101000-1744129800@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Find Your Folklife Exhibit at Nevada State Museum Carson City
DESCRIPTION:The Nevada Arts Council’s photographic exhibition\, Find Your Folklife\, will be featured in the South Gallery of the Nevada State Museum Carson City. This exhibition is highlighting the cultural identities of everyday Nevadans through a three-year case study! Featuring 22 lenticular images\, the artwork shows the lives of Nevadans at work\, at home and at play! This exhibit will be available for viewing now through June 13\, 2025.n
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/find-your-folklife-exhibit-at-nevada-state-museum-carson-city/2025-04-08/
LOCATION:Nevada State Museum Carson City\, 600 N. Carson St.\, Carson City\, 89701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Folklife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250516T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20241211T232501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T232501Z
UID:57881-1747420200-1747432800@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Old-Time Fiddlers' Contest
DESCRIPTION:The Nevada Old-Time Fiddlers’ Contest will be held May 16 & 17\, 2025\, at the Eureka Opera House in Eureka\, Nevada. This event is one of many state and regional events held annually throughout the United States to preserve and promote the unique musical art form of old-time fiddling. Contestants have five minutes to perform three traditional dance tunes including a hoedown\, a waltz\, and a tune of choice such as a jig\, reel\, polka\, two-step\, etc. Friday’s entertainment features a “hot fiddle” contest\, a twin fiddling exhibition\, and the judges’ performance. Saturday’s competition begins at 9 a.m. on the opera house stage and runs all day. \n 
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/nevada-old-time-fiddlers-contest/2025-05-16/
LOCATION:Eureka Opera House\, 31 S. Main St.\, Eureka\, 89316\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife,Performing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250428T203736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T203855Z
UID:62688-1747744200-1747749600@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Frontier Baseball in Nevada with Bob Nylen
DESCRIPTION:Bob Nylen\, retired curator with the Nevada State Museum\, has researched and written about the fascinating history of frontier baseball in Nevada. His talk will highlight how the sport spread across Nevada in the late 1860s\, capturing the excitement of Nevadans. He will cover how teams were formed\, how games were played\, and why the scores were so high. Nylen also will tell how he organized and umpired a reenactment game between Carson City and Virginia City teams in 1992\, using rules from 1869. Bob\, born and raised in the Chicago area\, is a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/frontier-baseball-in-nevada-with-bob-nylen/
LOCATION:Carson City Senior Center\, 911 Beverly Dr.\, Carson City\, 89706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife,Literary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250617T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250602T172145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T172145Z
UID:64019-1750163400-1750168800@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:A Conversation with Brad McMullen: Folklife Specialist
DESCRIPTION:Brad McMullen lives in Las Vegas\, where he serves as the Folklife Specialist at the Nevada Arts Council. Previously\, he spent five years as the Programs and Gathering Manager at the Western Folklife Center in Elko\, Nevada\, where he oversaw the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering and other programs. What does a Folklife Specialist do? Brad supports the various communities and tradition bearers around the Silver State in their work to preserve and promote their cultural practices and artforms. He will talk about his job at the Nevada Arts Council and how it relates to one of the major traditional arts events in Nevada\, the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/a-conversation-with-brad-mcmullen-folklife-specialist/
LOCATION:Carson City Senior Center\, 911 Beverly Dr.\, Carson City\, 89706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250715T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250624T165810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T165810Z
UID:65883-1752582600-1752588000@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:A Conversation with Wild Nevada's Chris Orr
DESCRIPTION:Chris Orr has been at PBS Reno\, the PBS member station serving northern Nevada for more than 25 year. Orr is PBS Reno’s senior producer and host of the travel-adventure series Wild Nevada\, which has been broadcast for more than 20 years. The award-earning Wild Nevada series features Orr taking road trips and having outdoor adventures all around the Silver State. The series is currently in production on its eighth season and has more than 75 episodes in national distribution throughout the public television system. Wild Nevada is featured on more than 200 PBS members station across the country. An alum of the University of Nevada\, Reno\, and the Reynolds School of Journalism\, Orr is an enthusiastic outdoors woman\, and an avid hiker and runner.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/a-conversation-with-wild-nevadas-chris-orr/
LOCATION:Carson City Senior Center\, 911 Beverly Dr.\, Carson City\, 89706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250725T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250630T171444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T171444Z
UID:66363-1753446600-1753452000@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:A Conversation with Mark Maynard\, Local Author & Filmmaker
DESCRIPTION:Mark Maynard teaches at Truckee Meadows Community College and sits on the Editorial Advisory Board of the University of Nevada Press. He has served as chair of the Nevada Writers Hall of Fame selection committee since 2019. Maynard’s collection of short stories “Grind“ (Torrey House Press) was selected as the 2016-17 Nevada Reads Book by the Nevada State Library. In 2015\, Maynard was awarded the Nevada Writers Hall of Fame Silver Pen Award. Maynard’s award-winning documentary film Piconland\, celebrating the iconic cocktail ritual invented by American West immigrants\, will be shown.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/a-conversation-with-mark-maynard-local-author-filmmaker/
LOCATION:Carson City Senior Center\, 911 Beverly Dr.\, Carson City\, 89706\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife,Literary,Visual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250805T211555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213823Z
UID:70288-1759143600-1759161600@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:FY26 Nevada Heritage Fellowship Award Review Panel (Rescheduled)
DESCRIPTION:The Nevada Art Council will hold a public award review panel for the Fiscal Year 2026 Nevada Heritage Fellowship. \nAn expert panel will review\, discuss and score FY26 Nevada Heritage Fellowship applications. The Nevada Arts Council received nine eligible applications. Each applicant requested up to $5\,000 for a total request of $45\,000. \nThe public welcome to observe in-person or online. \nMEETING LOCATION:\nNevada Arts Council\n200 S. Virginia St.\, Suite 320\nReno\, NV 89501 \nVirtual Meeting access:\nSept. 29\, 2025\, 11 a.m. Pacific Time (U.S. and Canada)\nJoin from PC\, Mac\, iPad\, or Android:\nOr Telephone:\n+1 669 900 6833 U.S. (San Jose)
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/fy26-nevada-heritage-fellowship-award-review-panel/
LOCATION:Nevada Arts Council\, 200 S. Virginia St.\, Suite 400\, Reno\, NV\, 89501\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folklife,Meeting,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250915T191934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T191934Z
UID:73084-1759575600-1759593600@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Las Vegas Comics and Zines Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 5th Annual CoZi (Comics and Zines) Festival! This event celebrates forms of DIY self publishing or zines (pronounced “zeens”).\nCoZi strives to be a safe and inclusive space for creators to share niche interests or express their thoughts and ideas. Meet local zine makers and even create your own zine at one of our DIY tables! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll ages. Free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/5th-annual-las-vegas-comics-and-zines-festival/
LOCATION:East Las Vegas Library\, 2851 East Bonanza Road\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Folklife,Literary
ORGANIZER;CN="Las Vegas Comics and Zines Festival":MAILTO:cozilasvegas@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20250723T185235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T185235Z
UID:66643-1761400800-1761408000@www.nvartscouncil.org
SUMMARY:Elders Day
DESCRIPTION:We are fortunate to have elders in our community whom inspire us to continue to live and affirm our family traditions. We honor our elders and ancestors because their wisdom is a foundation for our youth to survive and prosper. Enjoy an afternoon presentation of honor and celebration. \nThis program is presented in partnership with the LVCCLD (Library District).
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/elders-day/
LOCATION:West Las Vegas Library\, 951 W. Lake Mead\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Folklife
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251210T220000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20251104T010702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T010702Z
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SUMMARY:National Cowboy Poetry Gathering on the Road\, Las Vegas
DESCRIPTION:We’re heading back to Las Vegas this December for the National Finals Rodeo\, and you’re invited to join us at the Ahern Hotel\, Dec. 10–13\, for National Cowboy Poetry Gathering on the Road! This year’s lineup features an incredible mix of music and poetry from Gary Haleamau & Kāwili\, R.W. Hampton\, Darrell Holden\, Annie Mackenzie\, Jake Riley\, Matt Robertson\, Trinity Seely\, R.P. Smith\, Dave Stamey\, and Sam Platts with a six-piece band. \nEnjoy nine full shows\, open mics\, hosted rodeo watch parties\, dancing\, and a gift show curated by yours truly and featuring authentic\, handmade cowboy gear and quality Western gifts from skilled makers across the West. It’s all in one convenient (and dare we say\, relaxing) place to shop and celebrate. See the full schedule below! \nTickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ahern-goes-country-nfr-2025-tickets-1735471444809?aff=ebdssbdestsearch \n\n\n\nGift Show\nAuthentic\, handmade Western gifts and cowboy gear you won’t find anywhere else in Las Vegas. Step into a space that feels like a breath of fresh air amid the NFR buzz. \nThe gift show features rawhide braiders Doug Groves and Randy Roberts\, Native buckaroo artists James Shoshone and Robin Egan\, Jackson Custom Leather\, High Lonesome Glass\, Clara Smith Western Art\, Skiver Bootmakers\, Arata Silver & Leather\, Cat Clifford of Flying High Leather\, Pearl Snap Fever\, Cady Lee Silver Studio\, John Willemsma Saddle Company\, The Colorful Cowgirl\, the Western Folklife Center Gift Shop\, and more! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\nAll events take place at the Ahern Hotel \nWednesday\, Dec. 10\n9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Gift show featuring curated artisans and makers \n5:30-8 p.m.: Skiver Bootmakers Watch Party hosted by Darrell Holden \n8-10 p.m.: Open mic hosted by NCPG staff \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, Dec. 11\n9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Gift show featuring curated artisans and makers \n10-11 a.m.: Open mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n11-11:45 a.m.: Cowboy Aloha featuring Gary Haleamau & Kāwili \n12-1:30 p.m.: Cow Trails And Rodeo Tales featuring Jake Riley\, Trinity Seely\, and Dave Stamey \n1-2:30 p.m.: Open mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n2:30-4 p.m.: Born To Be A Cowboy featuring Darrell Holden\, Annie Mackenzie\, and R.W. Hampton \n4-5 p.m.: Open mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n5:30-8 p.m.: Skiver Bootmakers Watch Party hosted by R.P. Smith \n8-10 p.m.: Music & dancing featuring Sam Platts \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, Dec. 12\n9-4 p.m.: Gift show featuring curated artisans and makers \n10-11 a.m.: Open mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n11-11:45 a.m.: Cowboy Aloha featuring Gary Haleamau & Kāwili \n12-1:30 p.m.: Rascals\, Wrecks\, And Rerides featuring Jake Riley\, Annie Mackenzie\, and Matt Robertson \n1-2:30 p.m.: Open mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n2:30-4 p.m.: It Takes A Cow Town featuring R.P. Smith\, Darrell Holden\, and Dave Stamey \n4-5 p.m.: Open mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n5:30-8 p.m.: Skiver Bootmakers Watch Party hosted by R.W. Hampton \n8-10 p.m.: Music & dancing featuring Sam Platts \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Dec. 13\n9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Gift show featuring curated artisans and makers \n10-11 a.m.: Open mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n11-11:45 a.m.: Cowboy Aloha featuring Gary Haleamau & Kāwili \n12-1:30 p.m.: Grit And Grace featuring Jake Riley\, Trinity Seely\, and R.W. Hampton \n1-2:30 p.m.: Open Mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n2:30-4 p.m.: All In For the Short Go featuring R.P. Smith\, Annie Mackenzie\, and Dave Stamey \n4-5 p.m.: Open Mic in the All American Sports Kitchen \n5:30-8 p.m.: Skiver Bootmakers Watch Party hosted by Matt Robertson \n8-10 p.m.: Music & dancing featuring Sam Platts
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/national-cowboy-poetry-gathering-on-the-road-las-vegas/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Ahern Hotel\, 300 W. Sahara Ave.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Folklife,Performing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Western Folklife Center":MAILTO:wfc@westernfolklife.org
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SUMMARY:Find Your Folklife-Stories of Nevadans Served Neat
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Tonopah\, in partnership with the Nevada Arts Council\, is pleased to announce an evening of cocktails and folklife at the Tonopah Convention Center. Join us for snacks\, the exhibit\, and refreshments.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/find-your-folklife-stories-of-nevadans-served-neat/
LOCATION:Tonopah Convention Center\, 301 Brougher Ave.\, Tonopah\, NV\, 89049\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Family Friendly,Folklife,Reception
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town of Tonopah":MAILTO:chrissy.townoftonopah@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20260223T201015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T201015Z
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SUMMARY:Chinese New Year Celebration at NCA Learning Center Baby University
DESCRIPTION:NCA Learning Center “Baby University” will be hosting a vibrant Chinese New Year Celebration on Tuesday\, Feb. 25\, bringing together students\, families\, and staff for a meaningful cultural experience. The event will feature traditional Chinese New Year elements such as festive decorations\, student performances\, music and dance presentations\, cultural demonstrations\, and interactive activities designed to help children learn about the holiday’s history and traditions. \nThis celebration highlights the unique cultural diversity within our school community and promotes understanding\, respect\, and appreciation for global traditions. Students will have the opportunity to showcase what they have learned through classroom lessons and performances\, while families and guests enjoy a joyful atmosphere filled with cultural pride\, community connection\, and celebration. \nThe event reflects NCA Learning Center’s commitment to cultural education and creating an inclusive environment where children can learn about and embrace traditions from around the world.
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/chinese-new-year-celebration-at-nca-learning-center-baby-university/
LOCATION:Windmill Library\, 7060 W Windmill Ln\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,Folklife,Performing
ORGANIZER;CN="NCA Baby University":MAILTO:main@ncaus.education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260607T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T130033
CREATED:20260316T213412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T214305Z
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SUMMARY:Stitching our Stars and Stripes: Quilt Show
DESCRIPTION:Over 200 quilts will be on display at the Carson Valley Quilt Guild Quilt Show on June 6-7\, 2026\, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. There are door prizes\, raffle baskets\, a vendor mall\, and much more! \nAll quilters welcome to enter. Submissions due by April 1\, 2026. Over $10\,000 will be awarded in prize money. \nAdmission: $10 \nFree parking and WiFi!
URL:https://www.nvartscouncil.org/event/stitching-our-stars-and-stripes-quilt-show/
LOCATION:Douglas County Community Center\, 1329 Waterloo Lane\, Gardenerville\, 89410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Festival,Folklife,Meeting,Visual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Carson Valley Quilt Guild":MAILTO:carsonvalleyqg@hotmail.com
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