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Misfits Theater Group Auditions, 7-9 p.m., Dayton Valley Library, 321 Old Dayton Valley Road. We will be casting eight women and four men for acting roles and we seek crew members for assistance with stage work including lighting, sound and props. All interested in the various aspects of theater are welcome. Call Gail Gunderson at 220-5697.

Comstock Typeslingers and Sagebrush Journalists exhibit, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Historic Fourth Ward School, 537 S. C St. in Virginia City. The exhibit explores the long tradition of newspaper publishing on the Comstock which is marked by the early typeslingers who later became noted journalists. Call 847-0975.

Saturday

Dayton Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Dayton Valley Golf and Country Club, 101 Palmer Drive, Dayton. The tournament is a four-person scramble with shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Includes breakfast, green fees and cart, polo shirt, goodie bag and special prizes. Cost is $110 per golfer. Call Bob at 775-246-3687.

I.O.O.F. Hall Open House, 1-4 p.m. at the I.O.O.F. Hall, 15 B St., Virginia City. Members will be giving guided tours of the historic I.O.O.F. Hall in Virginia City. Also refreshments and information about the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs available. Donations collected go toward projects and lodge support. Donations are being accepted. Call Diane at 815-9645 or e-mail ddlevan@yahoo.com.

Buck & Bob Show, 7 p.m., Piper's Opera House, B & Union streets, Virginia City. Long-time Virginia City guitarist Bobby Kittle and saxman Stogie Buckhorn perform. Tickets $10 at the door. Call 847-0433.

Wild Will, 1-5 p.m., Washoe Club, 112 South C St., Virginia City. Call 847-7210.

Whiskey Haulers, 8:30 p.m., Washoe Club, 112 South C St., Virginia City. Call 847-7210.

Sunday

Farmers Green Market, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Custom Gardens Certified Organic Farm, 3701 Elm St., Silver Springs. All shoppers welcome. Farm is state-approved to accept Senior Coupons for fresh produce. Call ahead for Ray or Virginia Johnson at 577-2069.

Pianist John Kirin, 3-5 p.m., Piper's Opera House, B and Union streets, Virginia City. Call 847-0433.

Comstock Cowboys, 2-6 p.m., Bucket of Blood Saloon, 1 South C St., Virginia City. Call 874-0322.

Monday

Will Strickland, 5 p.m., weekdays, Piper's Opera House, B and Union streets, Virginia City. The Comstock's troubadour entertains on stage, followed by a guided tour of the Opera House. Call 847-0433.

Tuesday

Mound House Advisory Council meeting, 7 p.m., Mound House Fire Station, Red Rock Road, Mound House.

Silver City Advisory Council meeting, 7 p.m., Silver City Fire Station, High Street, Silver City.

Tuesday Lecture Series, 7:30 p.m., Gold Hill Hotel, 1540 S. Main St. Special event features Cool River Trio "Bluegrass in the Gazebo." Buffet dinner and lecture $25. Call 847-0111.

"Dead End at Piper's," Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, 6:30 p.m., Piper's Opera House, Corner of B and Union streets. Interact with the actors at various points and bring your deductive skills and a big appetite. Dinner and play $25; play only $10. Call 847-0433.

Wednesday

Story Time, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Dayton Library, 321 Old Dayton Valley Road. Songs, stories and crafts. Call 246-6212.

Fernley Farmers Market, 4-8 p.m. at Out of Town Park, Farm District Road and Highway 95A. Fresh produce and other items. Call 287-2811.

Thursday

Yoga classes, 5-6:30 p.m., Dayton Community Center, 170 Pike St., Dayton. Includes meditation, breathing and postures. Wear light, comfortable clothing, come with an empty stomach, bring a towel or blanket, and bring water. Cost is $8 per class, $6 per class for seniors/students with valid ID, $4 per class for youth age 12-17. Call 720-4284 or e-mail yogabytheresa@att.net.

Healthy Communities Coalition for Lyon and Storey Counties meeting, 9-11 a.m., Silver Springs Senior Center, 2475 Pyramid St., Silver Springs.

"Much Ado About Nothing" production, 8 p.m., Gold Hill Hotel, 1540 S. Main St. Shakespeare on the Rocks, a joint production of The Nevada Shakespeare Company and The Gold Hill Theater Troupe. Assigned seating $28; reserved $37. Call 847-0111.

Undertaking the Past Exhibit on Comstock Cemeteries, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Comstock History Center, Union and E streets, Virginia City. Focusing on death and the historic cemeteries of the Comstock. Exhibit features Victorian mourning items, undertaking equipment and documents used in researching the history and landscape of the various cemeteries in Virginia City and Gold Hill. Free, call 847-0281.

"Dead End at Piper's," Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre, 6:30 p.m., Piper's Opera House, Corner of B and Union Streets. Interact with the actors at various points and bring your deductive skills and a big appetite. Dinner and play are $25; play only $10. Call 847-0433.

Food Closet, 1-3 p.m., Community Chest, 991 S. C St. in Virginia City. Barter for food or items in our New Beginnings thrift store. First visit to food closet is free. Proceeds from thrift store benefit local community programs. Call 847-9311.