The Nevada Arts Council will hold a public workshop about proposed changes to the Fiscal Year 2028 Grant Offering Guidelines. It will be held on: Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 beginning at 1 p.m. To provide your valuable input, you may attend the workshop in person, virtually via Zoom, or provide comments via email that will be discussed during the workshop. The following guidelines will be reviewed: Nevada Arts Council: Grant and Award Policies Artist Fellowship Award Arts Learning Express Grant Folklife Artist Grant Folklife Community Grant Nevada Heritage Fellowship Operating Support Grant Professional and Workforce Development Grant for Artists Guidelines Target of Opportunity Grant: Creative Communities Initiatives Target of Opportunity Grant Email your comments to [email protected]. Please format your subject line using “Grant Title” Comments (ex. Artist Fellowship Award Comments). Details: Public Meeting Notice We value your input and appreciate your active participation in shaping the arts landscape of our...
City of Reno City Hall Metro Gallery, First floor July 29 – Sept. 20, 2024 Reception: Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024, 5-7 p.m. Metro Gallery hosts sequin sculpture artist Beck Baumann “All That Glitters.” The body of work exhibits over 12 sequin sculpture pieces from varying projects spanning over three years. Each piece captures your… Continue reading “All That Glitters” Beck Baumann
The Sierra Music Society proudly presents Jazz Vocalist CeCe Gable featuring the Bill Hecht Trio with Dylan Coleman, bass, and Dr. Andy Heglund, drums. The evening will celebrate the release of Gable's newest album, Love On the Tyrrhenian, which is currently climbing the charts. Please join them on Saturday, Aug. 31, for a Night of… Continue reading Sierra Music Society Proudly Presents Jazz Vocalist CeCe Gable
Welcome to ZB Savoy’s “Songs of Willie Nelson” event! Join us at the Nashville Social Club Carson City for a night filled with the iconic tunes of the legendary Willie Nelson. Get ready to tap your feet and sing along to classic hits in an inviting and comfortable environment. This special musical experience will surely… Continue reading ZB Savoy’s Songs of Willie Nelson
Nevada Gourd Society is hosting the 6th Annual Silver State Art Festival, Sept. 6-8, 2024, in Fuji Exhibit Hall and Park, Carson City. This festival truly features “Art in Valley” with 40 + award-winning artists sharing their art; beautiful gourds, photography, paintings, watercolor, jewelry, note cards, glass, wood-turned products, and much more. Art classes will… Continue reading Silver State Art Festival
EVENT IS CANCELED. The cyanotype is an early photographic printing process that uses sunlight and water to create images. Cyanotype images are deep, cyan-blue, and were used in the original blueprint process. In this workshop led by visual artist Megan Berner, participants will create original photograms by arranging objects on sensitized paper. Using natural and… Continue reading Canceled: Sagebrush to Sandstone: Cyanotype Workshop with Megan Berner
The Steven Halliday Band is a group of versatile and passionate musicians who groove with a unique style and sound. If you like rock, blues, jazz, funk, reggae or something with a saxophone, catchy melodies, or uplifting lyrics, you'll enjoy SHB.
Get ready for a whole lot of funny! This comedy show features two celebrated national headliners: Cathy Ladman and Rondell Sheridan! They will have your roaring with laughter with this fun night of clean comedy. The audience will even get to participate in a special Q&A session after the show! *Must be 12+yrs of age.… Continue reading Family Comedy with Cathy Ladman and Rondell Sheridan
A pre-submittal conference will be held on Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, at 11 a.m., at the Clark County Government Center, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway, Purchasing and Contracts Division, Fourth Floor, Las Vegas, Nevada 89106 and via WebEx. The WebEx information for this conference is listed in the “Messages” section of the effort in the… Continue reading Wetlands Park Play Area Public Art Sculpture – Pre-Submittal Meeting
The 2024 Reno Tahoe International Art Show doubles its footprint for the third time, making it the fastest growing fine art event in the United States. The annual four-day fair is a celebration of fine art and sculpture, bespoke furniture, film and music. The RTIA Show is unique to Reno Tahoe, showcasing local talent and… Continue reading Reno Tahoe International Art Show (RTIA Show)
Join us for a reading by Shaun Griffin, Nevada’s Poet Laureate, from his new book of poems, No Charity in the Wilderness. No Charity in the Wilderness is a long journey into the new American West. From the southern border to the isolating two-lane highways in the desert, this collection is a prayer of reconciliation… Continue reading No Charity in the Wilderness – Reading by Shaun Griffin
Learn a new skill, make something cool, and make new friends at our Lifelong Learning Series workshops! Friday, Sept. 13, 2-4 p.m. Carol Foldvary-Anderson will teach the art of oil pastel smudge in this Lifelong Learning mini-workshop. Explore the wonderful world of simple shapes, while creating mandalas in a fun round robin experience with other… Continue reading FREE Workshop “Oil Pastel Smudge” with Carol Foldvary-Anderson
Commemorate with us The Cry of Dolores with performances from West Las Vegas Arts Center’s own student ensemble, Mariachi Nueva Promesa of Mariachi Conservatory of Las Vegas, community ensemble Mariachi Alma del Sol, Mariachi Amanecer of Sunrise High School and more.
Calling all beginning and advanced poets! Join Left of Center and the Black Mountain Institute at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas for three free poetry workshops designed to engage both beginning and experienced writers in “ekphrastic poetry.” Ekphrastic poems are written in response to works of visual art, and these three workshops will utilize Left… Continue reading Fall 2024 Poetry Workshops at the Left of Center Art Gallery
TheDVD "StorySongs: From the Soul of the American West" captures the incomparable grandeur and heart of Nevada, the Sierra Nevada region, northern California, and the American Southwest with inspiring music and evocative photography. Award-winning Reno artists Jim Eaglesmith and Mark Vollmer take us on a compelling melodic/visual journey of the West's natural and cultural beauty… Continue reading A Conversation with Mark Vollmer & Jim Eaglesmith: StorySongs
ZAP is back! Clark County Parks & Recreation’s Public Art Office is once again seeking local artists to design and paint utility boxes in our community! This year, there are six boxes located on Lamb Boulevard for ZAP 16 and six boxes around the Desert Inn / Hualapai area for ZAP 17. Each awarded artist… Continue reading ZAP 16/17 Application Workshop
Full Scope Workshop for September is the extended Artist Documents edition covering application process, creating a CV, writing a letter of intent, and formatting an image list. This workshop will cover each topic in depth. Attendees are encouraged to ask questions during the discussion. The discussion will be followed by announcements of current and future… Continue reading Full Scope Workshop – Clark County Public Art
Carson City, Nevada — Capital City Arts Initiative is delighted to present work by the late artist, Robert Morrison, in the "A Glimpse Back" exhibition. His work reflected an active and ongoing dialogue between both geometric and organic forces. CCAI’s exhibit will be in Western Nevada College’s Bristlecone Gallery, 2201 W College Parkway, Carson City… Continue reading A Glimpse Back
This panel features Eric Reynolds, VP/associate publisher of premier comics and graphic novel publisher Fantagraphics Books; Megan Kelso, author and comics conference organizer; and comics legend Diana Schutz. They will discuss the past, present, and future of comics in the U.S., in a conversation moderated by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Creative Writing Program alum,… Continue reading The State of Comics Publishing with Eric Reynolds, Megan Kelso, and Diana Schutz
Booker T. Jones (quartet) where Booker performs hits he had with the MGs including “Green Onions,” “Time Is Tight,” “Melting Pot,” and more! Experience an unforgettable evening immersed in the soulful sounds of Booker T’s Stax Revue at Nashville Social Club. This exclusive event brings together the iconic hits of Booker T and the MGs,… Continue reading Booker T. Jones
Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Carson City Community Center! Play games, create art, participate in demo classes, go on a backstage tour, grab a treat from local food trucks, and share your favorite memories from the last 50 years in the theater - or make some… Continue reading Bob Boldrick Block Party
The ballet Folklorico De Martha Luevanos will showcase traditional dances from Mexico. To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, the dancers will give a performance of various regions and areas of Mexico. Martha Luevanos is the first instructor to teach traditional Mexican folklorico dances to the state of Nevada. She has worked tirelessly to bring the enchantment… Continue reading Fiesta de Folklore
Experience the pure love and joy of Stevie Wonder’s songs in Mark Meadows’ talented hands and smooth vocals. You’ll be "overjoyed" by fresh takes on beloved classics like “Superstition,” "Uptight (everything’s alright)," and many more. Mark G. Meadows is an award-winning pianist, vocalist and composer. With jazz as his foundation, Meadows seamlessly blends R&B, Pop,… Continue reading A Night of Wonder Celebrating the Musical Genius of Stevie Wonder Featuring Mark G. Meadows & The Movement
McKinley Arts & Culture Center Gallery East Sept. 23 – Oct. 31, 2024 Reception, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024, 5-7 p.m. EMERGE spotlights the works of up-and-coming young artists from Northern Nevada who are all active participants in the arts community at the Holland Project. Matthew Gavrilles, Ana Cruz Hernandez, and Salvador Porras have each… Continue reading Holland “Emerge” 2024
McKinley Arts & Culture Center Gallery West Sept. 23 – Oct. 31, 2024 Reception, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024, 5-7 p.m. An exhibition presenting prints by members of Laika Press, accompanied by the blocks or plates that were used to make them. Printmaking involves the use of an original object which, with the use of ink… Continue reading We’ve Got An Inkling: “How To Print About It” Laika Press
With April Mastroluca, CEO Synergy Consulting, CAD Strategic Task Force Member Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 – 10 -11:30 a.m. This webinar will equip attendees with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively advocate for policy changes and initiatives within our state. Gain practical tips on crafting impactful messages, organizing grassroots campaigns, and using various advocacy… Continue reading How to Engage in Advocacy at the State Level
Enter The ValleRy, the first, paid for in part by Nevada Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts, Virtual Reality gallery for Las Vegas and International artists, and creators. Come with us into the metaverse and experience The ValleRy’s inaugural exhibition ‘Everything Starts with a Pencil by Zoe Camper. The ValleRy is the same… Continue reading The ValleRy Guided Tours
Maryam Ala Amjadi is an Iranian writer, translator, and researcher. She is the author of two poetry collections, a poetry chapbook, and the translator of a selection of Raymond Carver’s poems into Persian. She won the ‘Young Generation Poet’ Prize in the inaugural Yinchuan International Poetry Festival in China and was a writer-in-residence at the International… Continue reading Maryam Ala Amjadi: A Reading + Conversation
Enjoy the culmination of a month’s worth of mural creations from two dozen talented artists from multiple countries. Join the celebration with live music at the Brewery Arts Center. Enjoy the murals in the downtown area and locations throughout the city.
Join the City of Henderson for a special viewing of Disney's most beloved movie, Frozen! Enjoy the film on the big screen with a special live performance of the Grammy-winning music by the Henderson Symphony Orchestra, led by conductor Alexandra Arrieche. All ages are welcome to this one-of-a-kind movie experience! Seating is available first-come, first-serve.… Continue reading Frozen Live In Concert
The pinnacle of versatility, talent, and musicianship, Pascal Bokar impresses everyone with his innovative combination of musical styles culminating into the unique blend he calls AfroBlueGrazz. The name derives from combining Afro-Funk, Blues, Bluegrass and Jazz to form a completely new sound blending the familiarity heard across a multi-genre performance. Pascal Bokar, as a music… Continue reading Concert in the Park: Dr. Pascal Bokar’s Afro Bluegrazz Band
Join us for an unforgettable performance featuring the vibrant music, poetry, dance and traditional attire of Veracruz. Since 2007, Caña Dulce Y Caña Brava has brought a unique perspective to the traditionally male-dominated genre of Mexican folk music, a genre of music that includes the roots of mariachi and other regional styles. Don’t miss this… Continue reading Caña Dulce Y Caña Brava In Concert
Spend your afternoon listening to the sounds of talented musicians in the beautiful outdoor setting at Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve. This special afternoon features two groups, Guitar Vango and Richard Smith and the Transatlantic Guitar Trio. Relax and watch the performers or stroll along the paths surrounding the tranquil ponds. Complimentary cart tours of the… Continue reading Jazz at the Bird Viewing Preserve
The Nevada Arts Council is seeking public comment on proposed changes to select Fiscal Year 2026 Grant Offering Guidelines. A public workshop will be held on: Monday, Sept. 30, 2024 beginning at noon. We value your input and appreciate your active participation in shaping the arts landscape of our state. Together, we will ensure a… Continue reading Nevada Arts Council FY 2026 Guidelines Public Workshop
Step into the world of literature with Tae Keller. Meet author Tae Keller on Tuesday, Oct. 1 at Paseo Verde Library in Henderson, Nevada, at 6 p.m. during this free event. Keller is a Newbery award winning and New York Times bestselling author of "When You Trap a Tiger" and "The Science of Breakable Things."… Continue reading Meet & Greet with Author Tae Keller
Join the University of Nevada, Reno Symphony for our opening concert of the year. We will be sharing the stage with the UNR Chamber Singers as we perform Mozart's Regina Coeli. The concert concludes with the Romantic Symphony No. 2 by Jean Sibelius.
Carson City, Nevada — Through her photographs, Emily Najera presents familiar landmarks in brilliant new light. The Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Nevada Roadsides: Northern Routes", presents work by Najera at the Courthouse Gallery from Oct. 2, 2024 – Jan. 30, 2025. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 5-6:30p.m.… Continue reading Nevada Roadsides: Northern Routes
The Nevada Arts Council Board will hold an open public meeting on Thursday, Oct. 3 beginning at 1 p.m. to review and possibly approve award funding for the FY25 Artist Fellowship Award and FY25 Nevada Heritage Fellowship. They will also be considering proposed changes to the FY26 grant guidelines.
Join us at The Writer’s Block starting in October for Libros & Chisme (formerly the Latinx Book Club), a book club hosted by BMI associate director of development Kim Treviño. Here is the reading list: Oct. 3, 2024 @ 6 p.m. | Our Share of Night: A Novel by Mariana Enriquez Dec. 12, 2024 @… Continue reading Libros & Chisme – Our Share of Night: A Novel by Mariana Enriquez
SOLO SERIES: “PSYCHEDELICCHOLA” by Christina Flores Exhibition from Sept. 11, 2024, through Nov. 7, 2024 Workshop: Thursday, Oct. 10 from 4-6 p.m. Reception Date and Details: Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. About the Artist Christina Flores-Escobar created the artist brand Psychedelicchola to highlight her experiences as a woman who grew up in the… Continue reading SOLO SERIES: PSYCHEDELICCHOLA by Christina Flores Exhibition
Resilience: A Sansei Sense of Legacy is an exhibition of eight artists whose work reflects on the effect of Executive Order 9066 as it resonated from generation to generation. Featuring: Kristine Aono, Reiki Fuji, Wendy Maruyama, Lydia Nakashima Degarrod, Tom Nakashima, Roger Shimomura, Judy Shintani, and Jerry Takigawa. The exhibition is at the Lilley Museum of… Continue reading Resilience: A Sansei Sense of Legacy at the Lilley Museum of Art
When: Oct. 4 (5-10 p.m.) & Oct. 5 (9 a.m.-7 p.m.) Location: Along Water Street/Water Street Plaza Cost: Free to attend. Description: Save the date for one of the most popular events of the year. Henderson Hot Rod Days will be back this October. Held in partnership with Boulder City Cruisin' Association, Water Street will transform… Continue reading Henderson Hot Rod Days 2024
A 10-12hr Annual House & Techno experience by FREQ IN ME (Brand/Label) based in Las Vegas, our goal is to activate an alley(s), specifically in the Arts District. FREQ IN ME's production team has curated a unique concrete jungle experience, with performers dressed in edgy attire, showcasing top tier headliners (international talent), alongside Freq In… Continue reading FREQ’s In The Alley
Join Jessica Oreck, filmmaker and curator (of the Office of Collecting and Design), for a non-credit, graduate-level exploration of how to think about narrative. This workshop is for anyone interested in storytelling structure — geologists, historians, physicists, architects, creative writers, filmmakers, and any other discipline you can imagine. Please complete this brief application no later than Sept. 16,… Continue reading Narrative Cartography: A Graduate Workshop with Jessica Oreck