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PACC spring musical ‘Pump Boys and Dinettes’
Performing Arts of Churchill County presents the Broadway musical “Pump Boys and Dinettes.”
Showings are scheduled at The Fallon Theatre for April 25 and 26 and May 9 and 10 at 7
p.m. and matinees on April 26 and May 9 at 1 p.m. with all seats $15. Additional showings will be at The Brewery Arts Auditorium in Carson City and the Dini Cultural Center in Yerington.
The full-length country western musical features Summer Stanton and Dineen Little sharing the role of Rhetta Cupp and Melissa Derby as her sister, Prudie, singing and dancing at the Double Cupp Diner. Byron Sorensen, Jake Coval, Kenny Coval, Mick Pennick and Tom Fleming play the musically talented pump boys from the gas station next door.
Tickets will be available for purchase Feb. 16 at www.paccnv.org/tickets
Young Chautauqua Program
The Churchill County Museum’s Young Chautauqua Program for youth ages 12-18 begins Feb. 6 and continues every Thursday through April 10. The free classes will be held from 3:30-5 p.m. at 1050 S. Maine St.
Instructor Glen Perazzo and the museum staff will guide performers through the process of researching a chosen historical figure to create and perform an entertaining monologue. This year’s theme is “Jaunts and Journeys.”
For information, call the museum’s education curator Jennifer Jones at 775-423-3677, extension 4.
PACC spring musical
Tickets for the Performing Arts of Churchill County original children’s musical, “Land of Make Believe,” are available at paccnv.org.
Tickets will also be available at the door for $10 as seating allows. Performances will be at the Churchill County High School Theatre on April 3-5 at 7 p.m. with an additional 1 p.m. matinee April 5.
Written by PACC Director Tim Wuth, the musical story follows siblings Bruce and Robin on a fun-filled journey through the Land of Make Believe as they meet classic characters including Little Red Riding Hood, the Fairy Godmother, the Evil Stepmother and more.
PACC is a 501 C3 nonprofit organization serving the Fallon and Churchill County community by providing opportunities to participate in the preforming arts as a performer, technician and audience member. For information visit the website or email paccnv22@gmail.com.
Fallon Elks Club
• Breakfast March 2 from 8-10 a.m. Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, Belgian waffles, homemade grits.
Cost is $12, and $6 for ages 5-1. Free for under 5.
• St. Patrick’s Day corned beef and cabbage is March 23 beginning at 5 p.m.
Cost is $15 and $7 for 12 and under.
Fallon Elks Lodge is located at 93 W. Center St.
Career Expo
A Career Expo is set for March 19 and is co-sponsored by the Churchill County School District and the Fallon Youth Club.
The intent of the Career Expo is to help. Fallon’s youth explore careers for a richer future.
This event will help more than 100 students and their families who attend the Fallon Youth Club explore potential careers and college options. This has been a very successful event in years past. The expo will help the youth know the many opportunities that could brighten their futures. If businesses or individuals are interested, reply to underwoodc@churchillcsd.com and include your logo.
Greenwave QB Club
The Greenwave Quarterback Club is seeking volunteers to join the organization. Five members will be stepping down next season.
The Greenwave Quarterback Club helps the Churchill County High school football team by overseeing multiple fundraising events including a golf tournament and catering. The funds raised help support the football program, varsity dinners and the snack bar and also provide meals for double days.
If interested, contact fallongreenwavefootball@gmail.com or send a Facebook message.
For questions, contact or talk to any Greenwave QB Club member.
Pennington Life Center
Stop by the Pennington Life Center in February for the many activities planned.
Plenty of good eats at the Pennington Life Center: All are welcome to partake. Lunch served 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekdays. Cost is $6 for those under age 60 and a suggested donation of $3 for those 60 and older.
Churchill County Library
The library will be closed on Feb. 17 to observe the Presidents’ Day holiday.
For children:
• “1,000 Books Before Kindergarten” encourages youngsters to read books before entering school. Recognition given for every 100 books read on the way to 1,000! Sign-ups accepted at any time at: bit.ly/CCL1000BBK.
• Reading with Rover takes place on Feb. 13 at 3:30 p.m. Come practice your reading skills on the best listeners and keep the book you choose to read! Geared to ages 6-11, but all are welcome.
• STEAM sessions every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Choose from science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities that vary from week to week. Geared to kids ages five through 11, but all are welcome.
• Come out for children’s story time on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and again on Thursdays at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Each week’s story time will feature the same content. Children’s Librarian Miss J reads picture books to children and offers a craft to accompany most stories. Geared to children ages 3-5, but all kids are welcome to participate.
• Elementary Book Club meets Feb. 28 at 2 p.m. in the Library Annex for those in grades 3 through 5. Reserve your spot at: bit.ly/CCLElementaryBookClub
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