Gold Hill lecture series at 7:30 p.m. features Larry Steinberg on "The Great Fire of 1879 or The Tale of the Gold Hill Butt Enders." Buffet dinner available from 5-7 p.m. Cost $15 for both. Call 847-0111.
Fernley Flood Victims fundraiser, 5 p.m. at Rail City Casino, 2121 Victorian Ave., Sparks. Includes silent auction, entertainment, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and ale. Call 359-9440.
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