Briefs

Carson City

BAC membership meeting is Monday in the ballroom

The Brewery Arts Center will hold its annual membership meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday in the BAC Ballroom. Members and guests are invited to come and learn about recent and upcoming activities at the BAC.

Nominations are being considered for two three-year board positions. Call 883-1976.

New meeting spot for Dharma Zephyr Sangha

The Buddhist meditation group Dharma Zephyr Sangha has changed the location of its Monday evening gatherings.

The group now meets at 213 N. Minnesota St., at the corner of Proctor. Meditation starts promptly at 7 p.m. with discussion and special topics following, until 8:30 p.m.

The first Monday of each month is dedicated to instructions for beginners, though beginners may attend any other Monday as well. All are welcome; donations are welcome, though not necessary.

Douglas County

Free wedding event today at Michael's crafts

Michael's Arts and Crafts will have a free Wedding Event Day 1-3 p.m. today. There will be demonstrations on invitation ideas, floral and bow making ideas, and favor ideas. Other ideas on designing wedding jewelry and wedding photo layouts will be shared. At 3 p.m. there will be a free wedding basket giveaway.

Call 267-1938.

Save some cash while helping the DAWGs

Purchase 2008 Entertainment Books and support the Douglas Animal Welfare Group (DAWG). Call 790-0030 to reserve your books.

Singles group hosting Caribbean pirates party

Carson Valley Chapter of the Tahoe Singles is hosting a Pirates of the Caribbean Party at 3 p.m. today at the Cottonwood Creek Farm, 1702 Sanchez Road, Gardnerville (go east on Buckeye from 395 in Minden, right on East Valley, right on Drury, right on Sanchez).

Come as your favorite or least-favorite character. Chicken, ribs, corn on the cob and rum punch will be served. Bring $10 and whatever else you would like to eat or drink to share. Games galore to keep the buccaneers happy. For information and reservations contact Barbara Flanagan 782-3057 or visit www.tahoesingles.com.

Lake Tahoe

Shakespeare Festival tickets now on sale

Guarantee yourself a front row seat to Lake Tahoe's longest-running cultural tradition, the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, by purchasing tickets in advance at www.LakeTahoeShakespeare.com.

For its 35th annual season ending Aug. 19 at Sand Harbor State Park, the lakeside Festival presents its two most frequently requested plays, "Romeo & Juliet" and "The Taming of the Shrew," along with its first ever contemporary production, "Greater Tuna," seven nights per week.

Visit www.LakeTahoeShakespeare.com or call (800) 74-SHOWS (800-747-4697. Tickets start at $22 for open seating tiers and range in options up to the premier reserved seating section from $67.

Carey Ott offers free show at Crystal Bay

With a voice reminiscent of Neil Finn and acoustic guitar skills comparable to Paul Simon, singer songwriter Carey Ott brings his unique sound to the Crystal Bay Club's Red Room 9 p.m. Monday. This is a free show.

Ott is a Chicago transplant to Nashville, currently signed to Dualtone Records. His songs have been featured on "Grey's Anatomy."

The Crystal Bay Club Casino is at 14 State Highway 28, Crystal Bay. Call 831-0512.