Carson City
Flea Market held by historical society
The Carson City Historical Society's flea market is from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. today at the Roberts House, 1207 N. Carson St. Call 885-7643.
RPEN to hold picnic Tuesday
The Retired Public Employees of Nevada, Carson City Chapter's annual picnic will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Ross Gold Park on Snyder Street, near fire station No. 3. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be provided, and members are asked to bring a side dish to share. Call 246-0878.
Art critique at Brewery Arts Center
The Nevada Artists Association's art critique by Robert Schimmel will be 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Brewery Arts Center Gallery, 449 W. King St. Call 885-7072.
Gluten free support group to meet
A self help group for those unable to tolerate gluten in their diets will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Comstock Mobile Village, 2601 E. College Parkway. Call 841-7877.
Douglas County
Desert Brushes to meet
The Carson Valley Desert Brushes will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Johnson Lane Firehouse, 1450 Stephanie Way, in Minden. Painters of all levels and those who would like to learn to paint are invited to attend and check out the special painting classes being offered during the rest of the year. The meeting is free. For information, call 267-3317 or 883-7917.
Washoe County
Contraband to play at Bartley Ranch
Local doctors will take time off from their practices to perform Celtic and bluegrass music at a free outdoor concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Bartley Ranch Regional Park's Western Heritage Interpretive Center as part of the Evenings on the Ranch family program series. All Evenings on the Ranch programs are free of charge. Call 828-6612.
Catholic singles to meet
The Catholic Singles Network's general planning and business meeting will be 6 p.m. Wednesday at Immaculate Conception, 2900 N. McCarran Blvd. in Sparks. For information, e-mail jetcheto@sbcglobal.net or call 852-2174.
Weekly storytimes at Bowers Mansion
There will be a classic children's story and fun art project at the Bowers Mansion Regional Park at 11:45 a.m. every Thursday starting this week through Aug. 17. Storytimes are free and participants should meet at the trees north of the swimming pool, and bring a blanket and lunch. Call 849-1825.