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Open Mic/ Jam Night @ Carson Lanes, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Eleventh Frame Winner's Lounge, Carson Lanes Retail Center, 4600 Snyder Ave, Carson City - Host Dean Brownell. Bring your own instruments or use ours. Spectators welcome. No Cover and Smoke Free. Call (775) 883-2606.

El Buen Pastor, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, 150 E. Roland St. Te invitamos a los servicios todos los Domingos a las 2 pm. Call 775-461-9632.

Journaling as a Spiritual Quest, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Center for Spiritual Living Carson City, 1927 N. Carson Street. Spiritual Enlightenment through Journaling is being explored every Sunday throughout February & March. Journals will be available. Each class begins with a 5 step process; a ritual of preparation, sitting down with intent, focusing to calms the mind, allowing profound silence and gentle return. Four basic writing exercises will be explored. This is an 8 week class however each session will reveal new practices so drop ins are welcome. Love donations accepted. Call 775-882-0901.

Open Heart Ministry Spiritual Gathering, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Genoa Community Church, Genoa. The gathering will blend music, meditation, and a message based on the spiritual teachings of the Unity movement and is led by Rev. Maryellen Youngs, ordained Unity minister, assisted by Nadine Allen, pianist, vocalist, and spiritual seeker. Anyone who desires an inspiring experience and loving fellowship is invited to attend. Call 775-720-7702.

Sunday Celebration Services, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1927 North Carson St. Come and get spiritually fed at the Center for Spiritual Living in Carson City. Meditation begins at 10 a.m., and the celebration service starts at 10:30. Non-dogmatic, spiritually uplifting, every Sunday. Call 775-882-0901.

Monday, March 19

Motiyogachi Class, 4:15 pm - 5:10 pm, Women's Health Institute, 1470 Medical Parkway, Suite 250, Carson City, NV - Motiyogachi combines primal tribal movements with the fluid, meditative movements of tai chi, chi kung and yoga. It is a fun, low-impact, multi-level movement class to strengthen the body, energize the spirit and calm the mind. Taught by Syena Sowden. $4 per class OR $30 for 10 classes. Call 775.445.5168.

Jenny Robinson: Elapsed in Time Exhibition, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, 885 East Musser Street. Artist talk in the gallery at 5:30pm. Call 775.450.3842.

Adult workshop class, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, The Performing Arts Project, 2556 Precision Drive, Minden (off Johnson Lane & Wildhorse). Christian based adult Worship Dance Class Call 775-267-4446.

Evening Community Bible Study, 6:55 pm - 8:30 pm, LifePoint Church, 1095 Stephanie Way, Minden - Study the Gospel of John. This is a non-denominational Bible Study via small group discussions followed by a large group teaching format Call 267-6744.

CoDependent's Anonymous, 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm, Coventry Cross Episcopal Church, 1631 Esmeralda Place, Minden, NV , Enter through side door - 12 Step Program. Learning to enjoy life, rather than just survive. For more info, see Am I Codependent? at coda.org(no beverage service) Call 775-230-5333.

New Jazz and Tap classes for Teens, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Positive Energy, 3603 Challenger Way. Beginning Jazz for teens & adults Mondays 4:30, and Beginning Tap at 5:30. Taught by the amazing Michelle Michelsen. $85/8 weeks for one class, $150/8 weeks for both. Call 775-884-3633.

Tuesday, March 20

Basic Dog Obedience, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Fuji Park. Guy Yeaman's Basic Dog Obedience Class, sponsored by Carson City Recreation, begins Tuesday, March 6, 2012 through April 24. Cost is $80 for the 6 one hour lessons. By using positive training methods, Guy will use his 45+ years of experience to help you to teach your dog all of the basic obedience commands: heel, sit, stand, stay and come to you. RESULTS ARE GUARANTEED. During the session, Guy will address any and all issues you may have with your dog. Each dog needs to be current on all shots. Records must be shown at the time of registration. Dogs will need a training collar (choke chain, Halti, Martingale, head harness, etc.) and a 5' - 6' fabric or leather leash. For further info, call Guy at 775-265-4530. Call 775-265-4530.

Open Studio for Potters, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Brewery Arts Center Pottery Studio - Open studio time for potters at the Brewery Arts Center. $50 per month includes glazes and firing. Tuesdays: 10-1 or 5:30-8:30. Call or email for registration information. Call 775-220-2094.

Listen and Learn Al Anon meeting, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm, located at the Carson City Senior Center in the Zephyr room - Support group for family and friends of alcoholics. We share in support of others in the same or similar situations. Your anonymity is protected at all times. Call 775-315-0030.

Muscle Powered Walk, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Various locations within in Carson City. - 1 to 1.5 hour walk level to some elevation gain. Go to www.musclepowered.org and click on Calendar to find out where to meet. Call 775.315.6763.

Silver Sierra Adventurer's Travel Club, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Carson City Nugget (Upstairs) - The Silver Sierra Adventurers welcomes all persons interested in group travel. Guests are always welcome at the meetings. Refreshments are served and there are always valuable door prizes. Information on upcoming travel destinations will be available. Our club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6 PM. Call 775-882-2942.

Carson City Republican Women Monthly Meeting, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Gold Dust West , 2171 Highway 50 East, Carson City, NV 89701 - Guest Speaker, Jon Sanchez, CEO, Sanchez Wealth ManagementGetting Ready for Tax Day and the Presidential Candidates' Plans for Tax Reform Call 775-883-6313.

Free Red Cross - Caring for a Loved One with HIV/Aids, 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm, No Place Like Home Senior Care, 1394 U.S. Highway 395, N., Gardnerville. The purpose of the Family Caregiving: Caring for a Loved One with HIV/Aids class, is to inform caregivers about how to care for a loved one with the symptoms that may occur and how to provide emotional support. Call 775 392-2000.

Gold Hill Hotel Tuesday Lecture Series, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Gold Hill Hotel, 1540 Main St, Gold Hill, NV, 1 Mile South of Virginia City on HWY 342. Patty Cafferata presents The History of Women's "Firsts" in Nevada PoliticsBuffet dinner and lecture $15 or lecture only $5. Buffet served from 5-7pm. Lecture begins at 7:30pm. Reservations recommended but not required. Call 775-847-0111.

NxLeveL for Entrepreneurs - Carson City, 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm, Business Resource Innovation Center (BRIC) - 108 East Proctor Street, Carson City. NxLeveL is a 13-session intensive training program designed to encourage small business expansion and promote economic development.It focuses on teaching the art of better business practices while producing a comprehensive business plan to guide business expansion, decisions and activities. Call 775-784-6879.

Quickbooks Presentation, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm, Eldorado Hotel Casino, The Grill Restaurant" 345 North Virginia Street, Reno, NV - Guest Speaker Marie Gibson Call 775-883-5341.

The In's & Out's of Nutrition Labels, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm, Women's Health Institute, 1470 Medical Parkway, Suite 250, Carson City, NV - Would you like to know how to read and understand food labels to make healthier food choices for you and your family? Join CTRH Registered Dietitians and the Women's Health Institute to learn the in's and out's of nutrition labels. For more information call 775.445.5168 Call 775.445.5168.

Carson City Republican Women monthly luncheon, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm, Gold Dust West, Highwat 50 East, Carson City - Social 11 a.m.; lunch 11:30 a.m. RSVP for information on special guests and cost. Call 882-6842.

Kit Carson Toastmasters weekly meeting, 6:30 am - 7:30 am, Grandma Hattie's Restaurant, 2811 S. Carson St., Carson City. Improve your communications abilities in a fun setting. Breakfast guests always welcome. Call 885-7579.

NARFE meeting, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, Grandma Hattie's - National Active Retired Employees Chapter (NARFE) 1329 will meet at 11:30 at Grandma Hattie's for a social lunch and business meeting. We do collect donations for Alzheimers. Call Yvonne at 884-3538. Call 884-3538.

Books and Brag story time, 9:30 am - 10:30 am, Children's Museum of Northern Nevada, 813 N. Carson St., Carson City, Nv - Story time for pre schoolers. January 10 will be about polar bears Call 775-884-2226.

Comma Coffee Salsa Dancing Lessons, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson St. (across from Legislature), Carson City, 775-883-2662. Casual atmosphere, no partner needed. Beginners class 7 pm, Intermediate class 8 pm. $5 Call 775-882-8451.

Weekly swing dance, lesson, 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm, El Charro Avitia Restaurant - West Coast swing dancing sponsored by High Sierra Swing Dance Club, El Charro Avitia Restaurant, 4389 S. Carson St., Carson City, every Tuesday, 6:45-9 p.m., free. Preceded at 5:45 p.m. by a swing lesson by Tim Renner, $8. No partner necessary for either event. Practice your moves or just check out the dance at this fun, nonstructured event. Information: 775-629-9369 or www.highsierraSDC.org. Call 775-629-9369.

Book Study, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Center for Spiritual Living Carson City, 1927 N. Carson Street. The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks is being read. This book reveals a comprehensive program to achieving true potential in all areas of life. Class meets every Tuesday. Love donations accepted but not required. Drop Ins welcomed! Call 775 882 0901.

Ormsby Sportsman's Association monthly meeting, 5:30 pm - 5:30 pm, Carson City Sheriff's Conference Center, 914 East Musser - Meeting the 3rd Thursday of each month with speakers discussing wildlife issues. Summer meetings are outside picnics. Bring a dish and joins us for hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks ($2). Call 775-841-5758.

Feldenkrais Method, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Center for Spiritual Living Carson City, 1927 N. Carson Street,. For over 60 years, people around the world have used the Feldenkrais Method to improve their functioning, personal growth and to rediscover enjoyment in their living and movement. Instructor Carole Bucher, BA, GCFP/T. Class meets every Tuesday. Cost: $10 per class. Call 775 240 7882.

Monthly Luncheon/Sierra Christian Women's, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Tamarack Junction - Banquet Area, 13101 S. Virginia St, Reno NV, (park on north side of building) - Women connecting with God, their community, and each other. Call 775 826 4105.

Babylon Babes Belly Dance Classes, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Yaples Ballroom Dance Studio, 315 N. Carson St. Beginning through intermediate, learn dance drills and choreography with Yolanda Sultana, Kareenya and Jazmin (Yolanda, Karen Fleming & Teri Karlsson). Call Yolanda 775-882-1405, Teri 721-8870 or Karen 230-4232.

Carson City Mid-Day Money Makers BNI, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Glen Eagles, 3700 North Carson Street. Luncheon meeting where quality business referrals are exchanged and business skills are developed. Interested in word of mouth business generation? Come meet this group. Call Sheri Cook 775-888-6262 x1264.

Capital Toastmasters, 12:05 pm - 1:05 pm, Grandma Hattie's Restaurant, 2811 S. Carson St. - Improve your communicative and leadership abilities in a fun setting. Guests always welcome. For information call Chris at 841-4688 or Tookie at 883-5259. Call (775) 315-2719.

Tigersharks Swim Team, 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm, Carson City Aquatic Swim Center - The Star Club Swim Team is ongoing Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM or 4:45 PM to 5:45 PM. The Only requirement is to be able to swim 25 yards of any stroke. Try-outs are Tuesdays and Thursdays. Cost is only $45/month. Call 775.882.7946.

Wednesday, March 21

Chamber Mixer @ Carson City Health and Human Services, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, 900 E. Long St., Carson City. Join us for an evening of networking and seeing all the Health and Human Services has to offer. Cost: Free for members, $20 non members Call 775-882-1565.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm, Rectory of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 300 N. Division Street, (small white building to the left of the church) Carson City. Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a free 12-step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, anorexia and bulimia. Call Call 775-882-1599.

Grow Your Own, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Carson City Cooperative Extension, 2621 Northgate Lane, Room 12 - Grow Your Own! A back-to-basics guide to great harvests in Nevada! Call 775-887-2252.

The Artist's Way Course, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Comma Coffee - The Artist's Way, originated by Julia Cameron, is a free course in discovering and recovering your creative self. The best-selling book has inspired millions to overcome the limiting beliefs and fears that can inhibit the creative process. Lori Nourse of FauxEver Yours, a Carson City-based faux finishing business, will lead interested participants through the workshop that is The Artist's Way. If you might be interested, please show up. Then decide after the first meeting if you want to continue, no obligation.Call 775-315-3289.

18 Movements Tai Chi/Qi Gong class, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Luv' N Light Studio, 512 N. Division St. 18 Movements Tai Chi/Qi Gong were developed in 1979 by Master Li Houshen. Developed for rehabilitative purpose but are extremely beneficial for everyone.They are energy building exercises.That bring the mind,body and breath together as one releasing pain and stress from the body,increasing the healing time of injuries and strengthens the immune system . Call 775-287-1685.

Job's Peak Fiber Arts Group Weaving & Spinning Demonstration, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Copeland Cultural Arts Center, 1572 US Hwy 395, Minden, NV - Weaving and Spinning Demonstrations by the Job's Peak Fiber Arts Group Wedesdays and Saturdays thru March 31. Call 775-782-8207.

Navy League Carson City Council Meeting, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm, Gold Dust west Hotel and Casino, 2171 Hwy 50E, Carson City. Navy League Carson City Council meeting. The social hour is at 5:30PM, followed by a buffet dinner at 6:30PM. Speaker for the evening will be Associate Chief Justice of the Nevada State Supreme Court, Michael A. Cherry. Justice Cherry will talk about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PSTD) and related legal issues facing our military member when they return home. The Navy League of the United States was founded in 1902 and is a civilian organization with more than 50,000members dedicated to educating American citizens and elected officials about the importance of Sea Power to U.S. National Security and supporting the men and women of the sea services and their families. For Reservations, please call Bob Prater, 888-2050 or Dennis Johnson at 841-3825 or you may email Bob at Robert_Prater@sbcglobal.net. The price is $25 per person. Call Bob Prater, 888-2050 or Dennis Johnson, 841-3825.