Saturday
u "Reconstruction of the V&T Railroad" benefit, 8-11 p.m. at the Carson Nugget Main Ballroom. Features David John and the Comstock Cowboys, hosted by the Carson Nugget. Tickets $15 general; $10 Prospector's Club Members. Free finger food and two no-host cocktails (must be 21 years of age). Call 882-1626.
u Walker Lake Loon Festival, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Sportsman's Beach, Walker Lake. For information, call (775) 945-8243 or go to www.walkerlake.org.
Sunday
u Dayton High School Booster Club's 10th annual Golf Tournament, 9 a.m. shotgun start at Dayton Valley Golf Club. Entry $120 per person; includes cart, green fee and lunch. Prizes awarded. Call Nicki Aakar at 246-5672 or Brad Wick at 246-6250.
u Nevada State Division of Parks free tour of the Rock Point Mill Site, 9 a.m. across from Dayton State Park on Highway 50 East. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring water. Call 687-5678.
Tuesday
u Lyon County Democratic Central Committee meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Dayton Utilities Office, 34 The Lakes Blvd. Call 246-0878.
u The Storey County Commission meet at 10 a.m. in the courthouse, 26 S. B St. in Virginia City. Call 847-0970.
wednesday
u Gold Hill Theater Troupe presents "The Killing of Milly," 8 p.m. at the Gold Hill Hotel. Call 847-0111.
Thursday
u Lyon County commissioners meet 9 a.m. in the meeting room at the County Administrative Complex, 27 S. Main St. in Yerington.
u The Gold Hill Theater Troupe presents "The Unexpected Guest," 8 p.m. at the Gold Hill Hotel. Call 847-0111.
April 23
u Jeanne Dini Cultural Center's fashion show, tea and auction, 2 p.m. in Yerington, featuring the Red Hat Society Group modeling crafted hats. Proceeds benefit Yerington's middle and high school drama departments. Entertainment by comedian Kat Simmons. Call (775) 463-9116.
April 24
u Lyon County Babe Ruth Baseball opens, noon, ball field at end for Rough and Ready Road in Mark Twain. Three exhibition games between Dayton and Silver Springs teams at 12:30. Call 246-5229.
May 1
u Dayton's third annual Oodles of Noodles Cook-off, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Community Center on Pike Street. Features noodle tasting, wine tasting, crafters and more. Tasting $5 adults, $3 children. Call 246-7909.
u 22nd annual Cinco de Mayo ICS Chili Cook-off at 10 a.m. at the Bucket of Blood Saloon, Virginia City. Call 847-0311.
u Lyon County Animal Services will host a shot clinic 9 a.m.-1p.m. at the shelter, 3705 Highway 50 in Silver Springs.
May 2
u Artists of the Comstock non-juried show from 1-5 p.m. at St. Mary's Art Center, 55 N. R St., Virginia City. Call 847-7774.
If you have a Dayton or a Lyon County event, e-mail information to editor@nevadaappeal.com or call 881-1215.