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FLAVOR A train ride to cherish carson city The Virginia & Truckee will be taking passengers to the North Pole once again this holiday season when The Polar Express returns to Carson City, Nov. 19 through Dec. 22 (with special runs Dec. 21 and 22). Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, families are sure to enjoy their trip to the North Pole, complete with hot chocolate and cookies served on board the train. Passengers will then be entertained by a reading of The Polar Express. Upon arrival at the North Pole, Santa will greet the children and each child will receive their own sleigh bell, just like in the movie, to

those who BELIEVE. Experience the joy of caroling and holiday entertainment that will surely become an annual holiday tradition for the whole family. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the ride and join in on the magic of Christmas! The Polar Express departs Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 5 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m., from Nov. 20 to Dec. 22. The Polar Express on the V&T has been an early sell-out every season. With limited seating available for Thursday–Sunday rides, don’t miss out on this magical journey and book your tickets in advance. To purchase tickets, call 877-7245007 or 775-291-0208 or visit www. vtrailway.com. Information is also available at www.polarexpressride.com. F

Christkindlesmarkt a celebration of giving

A Oct. 29 - Nov. 1 WSRRA National Finals Rodeo Nov. 7 Knights of Columbus Halibut Feed Nov. 14 Boy Scout Craft Fair Nov. 27-28 Lions Club Festival of Trees Dec. 5-6 Christmas Craft Show

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n open air event with traditional German and European roots, this year Ely’s Christkindlesmarkt will be held Saturday, Nov. 28 from 6–8 p.m. in the Scupture Park on Aultman Street. The market begins with a heartwarming proclamation of the spirit of goodwill made by the Christkindle. The Christkindle is a local representative of the spirit of a small community where caring and reaching out to your neighbors is just a way of life. With this in mind our Christkindlesmarkt is truely a celebration of giving. After the proclamation, the new Christmas Tree will be lit, and townsfolk will be encouraged to take a leisurely stroll along Aultman Street sampling the wares of community groups who contribute to our community goodwill, and depend on fundraising to exist. These vendors will greet you along the path and have items for sale to raise money for their service groups. Large decorated candy canes will then welcome you into the downtown businesses as they remain open during this special evening and you can try your magic key to the store’s treasure chest for a chance to win a prize. Volunteers are still being sought for the program. Young people are needed to portray angels and trumpeters to accompany the Christkindle. Sound and light crew members are needed to be runners for the light and sound experts and help

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make sure the program goes smoothly. The Christkindlesmarkt is also reaching out to community service groups who could benefit from this opportunity to be a vendor. This is for local non profit groups only. Applications are available at the Chamber of Commerce and also Economy Drug. What better way to celebrate an evening with your family and walk off that Thanksgiving feast! We hope you will come and join us to celebrate the closeness of our community and welcome in the holiday season! Wear your hats and gloves and prepare for a memorable evening! F

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hite Sage Theater will be presenting this classic William Inge play in November. Experence this highly-regarded theater work—which will be staged at Museum Church (175 Museum Ave.)—on Nov. 7 and 8, and Nov. 14 and 15. Teresa Howell is directing a wonderful cast in this well-known and thought-provoking play. Please mark your calendar with these dates to be sure you don’t miss this performance. The play is set in a diner about 25 miles west of Kansas City in early March 1955. A freak snowstorm has halted the progress of the bus, and the eight characters (five on the bus) have a weather-enforced layover in the diner from approximately 1 to 5 a.m. Tickets are $10 per person, and will be available at The Martin Hotel and at the door. F

Annual craft show a sure delight

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elebrating its 11th year, the Elko Regional Interfaith Christmas Crèche Exhibit is calling for items to display in its annual show. Each year the exhibit likes to highlight something different. The focus for 2015 is yet to be announced, but last year was a showcase of handmade nativity items. In 2013 it was the complete Madonna and Child art collection of Helen Halls. And in 2012, it was tree toppers. The exhibit, a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, with this year’s theme yet to be announced, will be Dec. 3 – 6, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elko West Stake Center, 3001 North 5th Street. For more information: (775) 778-3535 or (775) 7387748, crechecommittee@elkocreche.org, www.elkocreche. org, or facebook.com/elkocreche. F

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t’s one of the biggest and most popular craft shows in northern NV, and this year it’s set for Saturday, Nov. 14. The Winnemucca Boy Scouts Winter Craft Show will be held in Kirk Day Hall at the Winnemucca Events Complex. Show hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. There will be 70 or more tables of vendors, as well as breakfast, lunch and snacks by the Boy Scouts. Fill your Christmas list when you shop for jewelry, candles, country crafts, woodwork, quilts, pottery and so much more at this magnificent show! F

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Pert Near Sandstone brings their energetic show to Winnemucca

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reat Basin Arts and Entertainment is pleased to welcome bluegrass group Pert Near Sandstone, playing at the Martin Hotel (94 W. Railroad St.) Thursday, Nov. 12. The show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at area businesses or at the hotel’s website, themartinhotel.com. Take old time music off the back porch, throw out the hillbilly reputation, and put it in the hands of a group of guys that like to work hard and play even harder. Pert Near Sandstone rejuvenates American stringband music with raw energy; they play tightly-crafted original material that lends itself to the modern audience, as well as being stewards of the old-time and bluegrass traditions. They are just as at home playing

fully acoustic in the traditional style as they are plugged in at an indie rock venue. From saloons to theaters, hollering into a single microphone and laying thick rhythm on driving fiddle melodies, their sweat-inducing, foot-stomping live performances keep crowds begging for more all night long. Pert Near Sandstone emerged from the same roots-based musical hotbed in Minneapolis that gave birth to Bob Dylan, The Jayhawks and Spider John Koerner. Originally formed by four friends from the same hometown, Pert Near Sandstone formed unintentionally over weekly, whiskey-fueled picking sessions in an old house in St. Paul, MN. They decided without any real intentions to start playing shows and the chemistry of their music and friendships, even early on, left people feeling like the party followed them everywhere they went. Word of the bands’

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uncanny ability to whip audiences into frenzies spread and they were invited to play some of Minnesota’s most legendary venues including First Avenue, the Cedar Cultural Center and the Historic Orpheum Theater. The band has been taking their show across the country, paying their dues in smoke filled taverns and roadside juke joints while organically building a dedicated following from coast-tocoast. Their formative years on the road painstakingly paved the Pert Near path as the band traversed from city-to-city winning over audiences “the old fashioned way”; face-to-face. Over the course of the next five years, the band maintained a full touring schedule appearing at many national festivals and sharing the stage with many legendary musical talents; the likes of Del McCoury, WILCO and Yonder Mountain Stringband.

In 2008, Pert Near Sandstone was hand-picked by Garrison Keillor to appear as the featured musical guest on A Prairie Home Companion where Garrison proclaimed that, “The group has become a force on the Minnesota roots music scene and beyond.” Fellow Minnesota speed-grass band Trampled by Turtles is proud to wave the Pert Near flag high and wide with band leader Dave Simonett calling Pert Near Sandstone one of his “favorite contemporary bluegrass acts in the United States.” With previous appearances at Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Prairie Home Companion, Woodsongs Old-Time Radio Hour, Music City Roots and the International Bluegrass Music Conference plus five well received full-length original records and a 7” single, ‘Ship of Fools’ under their belt, Pert Near Sandstone continues to build momentum. Their most recent record, ‘The Hardest Part of Leaving’ showcases the evolution of the band’s sound and pushes them further into the spotlight as international leaders of the modern American stringband movement. Visit the band’s website at pertnearsandstone.com to learn more. Great Basin Arts and Entertainment is a Nevada 501(c) (3) organization formed in 1997. The organization’s history reaches back to 1992 when a small group of friends met to determine how they might keep culture alive in Winnemucca following the massive arson fire that swept the historic Nixon Opera House. A group of dedicated volunteers still does all the leg work to locate a wide variety of interesting performers and artists, make all the arrangements necessary to schedule their performances, create, produce and distribute the marketing materials to promote the event, then print and distribute the tickets. F

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Winnemucca library hosts ‘A Brushwork Roundup’

Mary Poppins alights in Carson City

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re you ready for a magical adventure? Let WNC’s outstanding Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company take you on one with its first-time presentation of Broadway blockbuster musical “Mary Poppins.”

In celebrating its 25th anniversary this fall, WNMTC brings the stage production alive for three weekends starting Friday, Nov. 6 at the Carson City Community Center. “The entire company is bursting with excitement for this production,” said WNMTC Producer and director Stephanie Arrigotti. “Anyone who has seen the stage version of this show will understand their excitement.” Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. Nov 6-7, 13-14, 20-21 and 2 p.m. on Nov. 8, 15, 21 and 22. The college’s theatre company has garnered national notice for its professionalism and broad appeal. “Believe me, you don’t want to miss this show,” Arrigotti said. WNMTC productions are attended by patrons from 23 states and have drawn as many as 7,200 people to a single three-week production. “If you’ve never been to one, you’ll want to find out why all those people come to our little Carson City.” Attendees will notice few similarities between the film and the stage production, according to Arrigotti. Oscar-winning screenwriter Julian

Fellowes wrote the stage script, giving the characters additional depth and dimension. “The stage production brings far more texture and energy than the film,” Arrigotti said. “This is, most definitely, not just a children’s show. When I saw it in New York, I was so blown away I had to fly back to see it again!” Extolled WNMTC performers will complement rising talent to create this Broadway sensation. Hannah Eckert, who started in WNMTC’s 2014 production of “My Fair Lady,” will play the lead role of Mary Poppins, an English nanny who reconnects a family. Brad Fitch, who portrayed Freddy in that same production, plays Mary’s friend, Bert, the friendly chimney sweep. Mark Williams, who starred as the Phantom in WNMTC’s “The Phantom of the Opera,” plays George Banks, Mary’s boss and a father who becomes more involved in his children’s lives. Christina Bourne, recently seen as Eulalie Shinn in “The Music Man,” plays Winifred Banks, a former actress who doesn’t fit into her husband’s social circle. The adorably bratty Banks children, Jane and Michael, are played by Kimora Whitacre and Jayse Gillott. An additional 40 performers complete the cast. In addition to Arrigotti’s role as producer and director, Gina Kaskie Davis is the choreographer and assistant director, while Kevin Murphy conducts the professional orchestra. Ticket prices are $25 and $28 and are sold online at wntmc.com or by calling 866-9776849. F

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he Humboldt County Library presents A Brushwork Roundup: Western Paintings and Drawings by Craig Sheppard, a traveling exhibit on display starting Nov. 16. A native of southwestern Oklahoma and former bronco rider in Madison Square Garden, Craig Sheppard was remembered as a prime mover in northern Nevada’s cultural community in the years following World War II. He arrived at the University of Nevada in 1947 with the savvy of a seasoned cowboy and the experience necessary to teach most all courses in the art department he had been charged with rebuilding. Rather than proposing A Brushwork Roundup: Western Paintings and Drawings by Craig Sheppard, as a cross-section of the artist’s career, the co-curators, Jim McCormick and Fred Reid have designed an exhibition that focuses on Sheppard’s abiding fascination with horses. Sheppard was not a one-dimensional painter; throughout his long career, the artist constantly reinvented himself. However, the one constant subject he returned to—even when he worked in France, Norway or other parts of Europe—was the horse and rider and variations on that theme. A Brushwork Roundup features works that reveal Sheppard’s indebtedness to Picasso and the Surrealists. His late night painting marathons while living in Norway produced hundreds of sumi drawings of horses and riders, images that were more eastern than western. His “Yellow Slicker” series employs transparent watercolor wash at its most sublime, glowing passages of white paper speaking volumes against his equestrian subjects. And there are large abstract canvases, surfaces that are charged with passages of raw contrasting colors and uncharacteristic impasto. Viewers can expect to be challenged by Sheppard’s variations on the theme of horse and rider. The artist reached back to earlier times in Nevada when it was the least urban of all the states. Today the exhibit will resonate with those who venture beyond urban limits and encounter still existent ranches, cowboys and wild horses on Nevada’s rangeland. Co-curated by Jim McCormick and Fred Reid and organized by the Nevada Arts Council, A Brushwork Roundup: Western Paintings and Drawings by Craig Sheppard is part of the Nevada Touring Initiative–Traveling Exhibition Program. It was funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Nevada State Legislature. The Nevada Arts Council is a division of the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs. The Humboldt County Library is located at 85 E. 5th St. in Winnemucca. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday; with extended hours from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The library is closed on Sundays. For more info, call the library at 775623-6388 or visit their Facebook page “Humboldt County Library”. F

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ring the whole family out for the annual Turkey Trot Family 5k Run Saturday, Nov. 28! The race kicks off at 10 a.m. with the start and finish lines at The Little Church of the Crossroads in Lamoille (about 25 minutes southeast of Elko on Hwy 227). Awards will be presented for first, second and third place in each age group. Check-in and race day registration will be from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at the start line. Pre-registration is $25. Day of registration adds either $5 or a bag of canned food items in addition to the $25. The race is presented by the Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital and is organized by Ruby Mountain Relay. For more info and to register, visit rubymountainrelay.com. F

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in, visit the restroom and do some warm-up stretches. Plan on showing up at least an hour before the start of the race. Focus - Breathe in, breathe out. Break up the race into four mini-races: the first mile, the second and third miles, and the last tenth mile before the finish line. It will help the distance pass by quicker and help you focus on reaching four smaller goals rather than one big one—baby steps! Slow and steady wins the race - Remember to pace yourself! Don't start off with everything you've got or you'll be crawling across the finish line. Be patient and start out at an easy pace for the first mile, and then start steadily working yourself up to a faster run so you can finish like a pro. Hydrate - Don't forget to bring a water bottle with you! If you find them too bulky to run with, there will be a hydration station or two along the course to refuel yourself. Celebrate - You did it! The feeling of crossing the finish line makes up for all the struggles that led you to it. Embrace that feeling and share some high-fives with your running mates!

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Elko hosts a night of traditional Irish music, dance and song

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he Elko Community Concert Association presents The Young Irelanders, performing in the Laurena Moren Auditorium at the Elko Convention Center (700 Moren Way) on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The show begins at 7 p.m. The Young Irelanders comprises eight sensational performers who have Irish traditional music, song & dance running through their veins. Although still in their 20’s and 30’s, these performers have achieved more than most people would aspire to in a lifetime. Between them they have performed for heads of state - Presidents of Ireland, US Presidents, the Queen of England, the President of China, Prince Albert of Monaco, Empress Michiko of Japan; and have performed at Radio City Music Hall, the Great Hall of the People in China, Kremlin State Palace in Moscow, the US Capitol Building, Fox Theatre in Detroit and the Pantages Theatre in L.A . The artists have also toured as lead performers with Riverdance and Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance, been soloists on PBS Special’s, shared the stage with Bono, and have recorded with Ronnie Wood (Rolling Stones) and been chosen by Sting to perform for his exclusive private parties. The Young Irelanders was formed not only to merge the significant creative ideas and talents of

The Young Irelanders are: DAMIEN MULLANE Accordion & Melodeon COLIN FARRELL Fiddle, Whistles & Vocals KIERAN MUNNELLY Flute, Whistles, Bodhrán, Snare & Vocals STEPHEN MARKHAM Keyboard, Piano, Percussion & Vocals SEAN O’ MEARA Guitar & Vocals LISA CANNY Lead Vocals, Harp & Banjo SIOBHÁN MANSON Dancer CATHAL KEANEY Dancer

a select group of young Irish performers who are unique amongst their peers but also in the hope that given their combined youthfulness and ability, their existence in the music business would act as a catalyst in attracting more young people to the world of traditional Irish music at home in Ireland and throughout the world. The sound the band creates is best described as eclectic, where traditional Irish music, Celtic music, folk music, world music, jazz music, country music and popular music all come together to give rise to a very

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unique and multi-faceted sound. The Young Irelanders also sets out to reflect an Ireland of today where many of Ireland’s finest exponents of Irish traditional music are second generation Irish or reside outside of Ireland. Two such musicians and members of the group, Colin Farrell and Damien Mullane, were born in Britain to Irish emigrant parents and both have gone on to become amongst the most revered Irish traditional musicians in the world while they have also been drawn to these strong Irish roots and have spent many years living in Ireland. Between them, members of The Young Irelanders, despite their youthfulness, have performed with The Chieftains, Frankie Gavin & De Dannan, Martin Hayes, Máirtín O Connor, Lúnasa, Michael Mc Goldrick and many more of the leading names in the Irish music business. Three of the 8 performers also hold Masters Degrees in Music. Dancer Siobhán Manson has been the principal dancer with Riverdance for 10 years now and in 2014 continues to perform this role during a 5 month long tour of China. If you want to see and hear what Ireland’s traditions of music, song & dance look and sound like in the hands of some of the most talented young performers in the world then don’t miss the opportunity to get to see this sensational act. The future of Ireland’s culture is undoubtedly in safe hands with The Young Irelanders. F

Annual chukar tournament set for Nov. 6-7

‘The Nutcracker’ ballet comes to Winnemucca

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oted Reno’s Best Dance Company in 2014 and 2015, the Reno Dance Company has undertaken The Nutcracker Tour — bringing the classic Christmas ballet to the rural area. Winnemucca’s Northern Nevada Arts Council has partnered with the troupe to bring this unique opportunity to area students. Auditions were held in October for dancers and non-dancers ages 6 to high school to take part in the performance. The Reno Dance Company (RDC) will provide all the props, costumes and other staging for the play. The children will rehearse with the troupe on Nov. 16-21, with the performance set for Saturday, Nov. 21 at Lowry High School. Curtain up at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m., with a ticket price of $20. Reno Dance Company is a non-profit organization providing an intensive program of excelled dance training and performance opportunities to local professional artists. Through professional productions presented in RenoSparks, Tahoe, and several rural cities of Nevada and California, RDC enhances each community’s awareness and respect for art and entertainment. While striving to offer professional dancers, singers, choreographers and technicians a home to display their talent, RDC is equally dedicated to inspiring and cultivating young dancers at ‘The School @ RDC’ as well as many underserved communities through the RDC Outreach Tour Program, the largest and most popular outreach program in Northern Nevada and Northern California. F

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here is something about Nevada’s November air that makes people crave to hunt. Maybe it’s the cinching of the bootlaces or the feel of flannel against their skin. Maybe it’s the joy of spending time in the hills with a beloved bird dog or seeing which member of the family can get the most birds. Whatever the reason, chukar hunting is a much enjoyed sport by all ages and the annual Chukar Tournament & Feed has become a very popular event over the last 14 years it has taken place. It attracts hunters from as far away as South Carolina, Alaska and Canada. The Lander County Convention & Tourism Authority (LCCTA) hosts this event on the first weekend every November. The actual hunt takes place on Saturday, Nov. 7, and is followed by an evening of delicious food, fun games and great prizes – lots of prizes. Prizes include name brand items from Cabela’s, Sportsman’s Warehouse, Scheels and Battle Mountain Auto Supply. There are prizes that range from hunting and camping gear to ATV/UTV and vehicle gear to guns and scopes. Auction items range from handmade furniture to a trained bird dogs.

The games are a favorite of our hunters and their dinner guests. You can spin the wheel to win a prize that might be a free hunt or get skunked. Some of the other games include the Card Draw, 50 for $20 and Leg Keg. The hunt starts at sunrise and ends at sunset and all rules and regulations of the Nevada Department of Wildlife must be followed. Only birds harvested on the day of the hunt are eligible so the Chukar preparation changes from year to year. The contest follows a random weight structure to make it more difficult to determine how many birds are necessary to achieve the top three prizes. There are also prizes for each category of 0-6 birds with 6 being the limit. Huns are counted as eligible birds toward the limit. There is an early registration period in which registrants receive $60 in free raffle tickets towards prizes. The registration is non-refundable and includes the hunt, dinner, a free hat & shirt and a chance to win a brand new side-by-side. The number of hunt tickets is limited so early registration is encouraged. There are also a limited number of dinner only tickets available. For more information, contact the Lander County Convention & Tourism Authority at 775-635-1112 or visit the website at battlemountaintourism.com/chukar-tournament. F

Sights, Sounds and Smells of Christmas in Ely

Experience the full spirit of the Christmas season with the many activities you’ll find. CHRISTMAS WALK - NOV. 27 Take a spirit-filled stroll along Aultman Street from County Park to Mill Street from 4-6 p.m. to start off your Christmas celebrations. Tree lighting in the Sculpture Park at 6 p.m.

THE FESTIVAL OF TREES - DEC. 4 The beautiful trees will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bristlecone Convention Center free of charge.

FASHION SHOW - NOV. 28 Learn to go in style this Holiday Season and have some fun at the same time. Cocktails at 11 a.m., lunch at noon, Fashion Show to follow. Reserved Seating tickets can be purchased at Economy Drug for $25 in advance, $30 after Nov. 22. Proceeds go to the Committee Against Child Hunger (CACH).

TREE AUCTION AND ENTERTAINMENT DEC. 4 Doors open at 6 p.m. The Auction starts at 7 p.m. This charitable fundraising party is the highlight of the week, featuring the singer, Tom Leadbeater. You don’t want to miss this event. Reserved Seating tickets go on sale Nov. 17 at the Bristlecone Convention Center, $20. Hors d’oeuvres and No-Host Bar.

THE FESTIVAL OF TREES NOV. 30 – DEC. 3 The beautiful trees will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Bristlecone Convention Center free of charge.

CHRISTMAS CRAFTERS FAIR - DEC. 5 The most unique crafts you’ll ever find and a lot of them. You’ll find beautiful decorations and many tasty items too. Bristlecone Convention Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

LEARNING BRIDGE CHARTER SCHOOL CHOIR - DEC. 3 Enjoy singing from young angels at 6:30 at the Bristlecone Convention Center.

CHRISTMAS PARADE - DEC. 5 Downtown Ely on Aultman Street from Broadbent Park to County Park. Parade begins at 6 p.m.

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Exhibits closing at Oats Park Arts Center

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The following two exhibits will finish their run at the Oats Park Arts Center this month. If you’ve been meaning to visit, the last day for viewing is Nov. 23. The art center is located at 151 E. Park Street in Fallon.

Tawni Shuler ‘How To Be Idle: Collages & Drawings’ It is the experience in the tangible details of a place that define it and make it unforgettable. I am inspired by memories of landscape: the life cycles of its inhabitants and plants, the drastic seasons, terrains that possess dual qualities of harshness and frailty. Growing up on a farm in rural Wyoming, I collected and studied bones and the remains of wildlife, gathered assortments of rocks, snail shells, feathers and plants, witnessed the growth of crops from seeds to plants and watched life evolve as eggs hatched from a bird’s nest. The authenticity of my memory is subject to scrutiny, as I believe it is constantly changing over time. In turn, my work reflects my evolving memories of these places and events, combining the past with the present, slivers of accurate representations as well as the imagined and embellished counterparts. As I move through these landscapes, I am constantly stopping to pick up these details: artifacts or specimens, make sketches, take photos, dissect a plant, etc. I don’t view or experience the

whole scene at once, but rather take in smaller sections or pieces of a place. These “parts” of place become greater than the Whole, lending to the layered history and complexity of these landscapes. Once back in the studio, I create a large amount of smaller drawings from memory, sketches or photos, edit and sort through them, create piles, study them closely and occasionally break or rip them in smaller

pieces to study the parts of the whole before recombining them back into a single piece of work. By working in layers, my process is similar to the way memory functions. Using these layers, I can recall the way the mind orders specifics by pushing the less important elements to the hazy background and bringing the more important features to the foreground. The work mimics my ever-changing memory, with imagery that seems to move through space and time; images come forward and recede, some clearly, others obscurely. Thus, the work becomes the setting for imagery that is balanced between abstraction and representation, sharp or blurred, internal or external, objective and subjective. It is my goal to continue to cultivate my ties to this land around me by collecting, destructing, dissecting, studying and lastly re-ordering and rebuilding all the elements into a singular reality. By creating this way, I am able to examine my relationship to these complex places and further understand how a place influences identity.

Eunkang Koh ‘Human Cache: Prints & Drawings’ Humans as social animals and the society that they live is the main source of motivation in my art. I draw from the human circumstances that flourish between reality and perception. Born and raised in the Korean myth culture and adopting Buddhist philosophy, I assume that the world we are living is not real but is an illusion that we perceive. I doubt that there is anything like truth in a concrete sense. When we regard the physical manifestations of the world as true, they can be seductive because we see and feel them. I see these “facts” as illusions. We are set and programmed to see certain images rather than the real. Therefore, I am creating my own reality within this context. My images are my

way of seeing reality in this human world without pretense. I choose to depict our society through metaphor and satire. We believe that humans are at the top of the hierarchy in our ecological system. We are trained to behave and pretend in specific ways in order to fit into mainstream society. Many people are not conscious of the fact that humans are just another kind of animal, with animal instincts. We want to eat, excrete, protect ourselves, and also

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attack others. Drawing from this philosophical background, I create characters that have a combination of human and animal features. In doing so, I strive to convey the world we live in without the pretense that human behavior is altogether different from animal behavior. I attempt to portray the society that we are living in through the creation of creature hybrids, which express the absurdity of the human world. They portray ironic gestures that create a mixture of humor and grotesqueness, reflecting life in our consumerist society. The creatures are symbolic of those humans who are dimwitted and un-knowing, or who choose not to see anything beyond the ‘facts’ that they are taught.

‘Colors of Autumn’ includes Beethoven compositions

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he Argenta Concert Series continues at the University of Nevada Reno’s Nightingale Concert Hall with ‘Colors of Autumn’ set for Thursday, Nov. 12 at 7:30 p.m.

Performing classic pieces evoking the season is the Argenta Trio; consisting of violinist Stephanie Sant’Ambrogio, cellist Dmitri Atapine and pianist James Winn. The set features works by Rameau, Beethoven, and Korngold. Praised as an “expressive and passionate chamber musician” by the San Antonio Express-News, and described as a “violinist who most often takes your breath away” by Gramophone Magazine, Stephanie Sant’Ambrogio enjoys a varied performing and recording career as a soloist, chamber musician and orchestral leader. Associate Professor of Violin and Viola at the University of Nevada, Reno and member of theArgenta Trio, she is also Artistic Director of Cactus Pear Music Festival, which she founded in 1997 while serving as Concertmaster of the San Antonio Symphony Dmitri Atapine has appeared on some of the world’s foremost stages, including Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, Zankel and Weill halls at Carnegie Hall, Chicago Cultural Center, and the National Auditorium of Spain. The Artistic Director of Ribadesella Chamber Music Festival and the Argenta Concert Series, he is the cello professor at the University of Nevada, Reno and is a member of The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center’s CMS Two program. James Winn, piano and composition professor at the University of Nevada, Reno since 1997, made his professional debut with the Denver Symphony at the age of thirteen, and has been performing widely in North America, Europe, and Asia ever since. An active recording artist, Winn is featured in more than three dozen CDs as soloist, chamber musician, and composer. F

Festival of Trees rings in the season with tree-lighting ceremony, auction

T Kick off your Christmas shopping at craft fair

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he Lamoille Women’s Club will celebrate fall and the beginning of the Christmas shopping season by sponsoring their two-day Lamoille Women’s Club Fall Craft Festival which is always held the second weekend of November. This year the festival is Nov. 14 and 15. The festival is held at the Spring Creek High School on Lamoille Highway, just minutes from Elko on Highway 227. Saturday’s hours are 9:00 to 4:00 and Sunday’s hours are 9:00 to 3:00. The Fall Craft Festival features arts and crafts of all kinds from vendors through out the area and out of state. The Lamoille Women’s Club is currently accepting vendor applications for the Fall Craft Festival. Proceeds from the Fall Craft Festival go towards the Lamoille Women’s Club’s many community service projects and scholarships for high school and college students. For information on the Fall Craft Festival or for a hard copy of the application, contact Martha Wallace at 775-340-6922 or Elisabeth Moore at 775-934-7194. F

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here is magic in the air in Winnemucca! The Winnemucca Host Lions Club will be hosting their fourth annual Festival of Trees at the East Hall of the Convention Center on Nov. 27 and 28. On Friday, Nov. 27, the event will be open from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., but at 7 p.m. that night there will be a grand lighting ceremony. All the lights will dim and the trees will be lit. It is a breathtaking event that truly opens the Christmas season. On Saturday the event continues from 3 – 8 p.m. for the public to view the trees. This will be your last chance to bid on the tree or wreath of your choice. At 7 p.m. there will be a bidder’s reception with adult beverages and snacks. Winners will need to pick up their trees by 8 p.m. All trees without bids will be donated to families in need. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be traveling to Winnemucca from the North Pole and will be in house during the entire event. Pictures will be available on site for a nominal fee. A new event this year is the pancake breakfast hosted by Santa and Mrs. Claus. This will be a ticketed event; tickets are $10 each and include the breakfast and a photo with Santa. The Humboldt Sun will be doing their annual “What Christmas Means to Me” drawing contest during the Festival of Trees. Entry pages and crayons will be available for children to draw their favorite holiday scene. The elves may have a surprise available for the children, though they have been pretty secretive about what it is thus far. Naturally, where there is Santa — there will be Christmas Cookies for all that wish to sample them. There will also be a mailbox where children can place their letters to Santa, Mrs. Claus or their dog, Tanzee. The true spirit of the Festival, however, lie within the decorated trees and wreathes. Businesses, non-profits, schools, youth groups, churches and families donate decorated (artificial) trees, table top trees, and wreathes for display and auction to the public. The panel of judges will award ribbons to their favorites — but it is even more fun for you to bid on and win your own favorite entry! As well as being beautiful, the proceeds from the auction of these entries will provide the Winnemucca Lions Club with

funds (100 percent stays in our community) for their programs. Two ongoing Winnemucca Lions Club projects are the Life Line program which makes it possible for area seniors and those with disabilities to stay in their homes and retain their independence. The Vision Program that pays for eye exams, glasses and even surgeries for those in our community unable to afford this essential service. The Winnemucca Host Lions Club also provides scholarships for those going into the trades, supports Canine Companion Services, provides a speech contest which encourages our youth to learn and use their public speaking skills. The Lions Club also sends sight, hearing impaired and economically disadvantaged youth to summer camp as well as collaborating with Humboldt General Hospital to host the annual Health Fair making essential lifesaving tests available at a reduced cost and providing the community a family oriented 4th of July in the Park along with a host of other community service work. The door entry fee to the Festival of Trees is a suggested donation of $3 and each evening a different charity will be taking 100 percent of the door fee to support their work in our community. Want to enter a tree? Entry registration forms need to be submitted to the Lions Club by Nov. 18. If you are interested in entering a tree or wreath to the Festival of Trees or would like more information about the Festival of Trees or how to become a Lion, please email Mrs. Claus at askmrsclaus@gmail.com (she has a hotline directly to the Lions Club) or call Patricia at (775) 623-6802, Susan at (775) 240-6980 or Tracy at (775) 304-7089. F

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Riverdance: The 20th Anniversary World Tour makes a stop in Reno

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iverdance, the international Irish dance phenomenon, is back by popular demand in Riverdance: The 20th Anniversary World Tour, which visits the Pioneer Center in downtown Reno Nov. 13-15. Drawing on Irish traditions, the combined talents of the performers propel Irish dancing and music into the present day, capturing the imagination of audiences across all ages and cultures in an innovative and exciting blend of dance, music and song. The tour, composed by Bill Whelan, produced by Moya Doherty and directed by John McColgan, is currently celebrating a sold out, critically acclaimed run across Europe and Asia and will arrive in North America in fall 2015. To mark the show’s return to North America, ending a four-year absence, Riverdance: The 20th Anniversary World Tour will feature new costumes, new lighting, new projections and the addition of a brand new number, “Anna Livia,” featuring the female members of the Irish dance troupe in an a capella hard-shoe number. Riverdance began its journey as the interval act in the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest, produced for television by Doherty. The electrifying and innova-

tive seven-minute dance piece was then developed into a full-length stage show. With its fusion of Irish and international music and dance, the show broke all box office records during its world premiere run in Dublin in early 1995. When the show transferred to London, the reaction was unprecedented. What followed was a hugely successful tour starting in New York City’s Radio City Music Hall in March 1996 beginning 16 years of non-stop touring by Riverdance companies throughout North America. Since its inception Riverdance has packed theatres throughout North America, Oceania, Asia, Europe, South Africa and most recently South America. Riverdance: The 20th Anniversary World Tour will play a coast-to-coast marathon stopping in more than 60 North American cities including Reno. Riverdance: The 20th Anniversary World Tour is set for 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 13; 2 and 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14; and 2 and 7 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 15 at the Pioneer Center (located at 100 S. Virginia St.). Tickets are on sale now and range from $50 to $70 depending on seating preference. All prices include applicable facility fees. Additional service charges may apply. Tickets may be purchased online at pioneercenter.com or by calling the box office at 775-686-6600. F

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riter and speaker David Sedaris brings his mix of humorous insight and sarcasm to the Pioneer Center Friday, Nov. 20. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at pioneercenter.com. With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today. David Sedaris is the author of Barrel Fever and Holidays on Ice, as well as collections of personal essays, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, When You Are Engulfed in Flames, and his most recent book, Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls, each of which became an immediate bestseller. The audio version of Let’s Explore Diabetes With Owls is a 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards Nominee for Best Spoken Word Album. He is the author of the New York Times-bestselling collection of fables entitled Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary (with illustrations by Ian Falconer). He was also the editor of Children Playing Before a Statue of Hercules: An Anthology of Outstanding Stories. Sedaris’s pieces appear regularly in The New Yorker and have twice been included in “The Best American Essays.” There are a total of ten million copies of his books in print and they have been translated into 29 languages. He and his sister, Amy Sedaris, have collaborated under the name “The Talent Family” and have written half-a-dozen plays, which have been produced at La Mama, Lincoln Center, and The Drama Department in New York City. These plays include Stump the Host, Stitches, One Woman Shoe, which received an Obie Award, Incident at Cobbler’s Knob, and The Book of Liz, which was published in book form by Dramatists Play Service. David Sedaris’s original radio pieces can often be heard on public radio’s This American Life. David Sedaris has been nominated for three GRAMMY Awards for Best Spoken Word and Best Comedy Album. His latest audio recording of new stories (recorded live) is “David Sedaris: Live for Your Listening Pleasure” (November 2009). A feature film adaptation of his story C.O.G. was released after a premier at the Sundance Film Festival (2013). You can follow David on Facebook at www.facebook. com/davidsedaris. F

Fallon welcomes musician, actor, playwright, and author Storm Large at Oats Park

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hurchill Arts presents Storm Large at the Oats Park Art Center at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. The musician, actor, playwright, author and lead singer for Pink Martini has been hailed as a force of nature performing at venues from Joe’s Pub and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to Carnegie Hall. With her band, Le Bonheur, she will creat a twenty-first century cabaret, performing original tunes along with subversive and sublime interpretations of classics from the Great American Songbook. This performance is recommended for mature audiences. Storm Large has been singing since the age of five. A graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York, Large moved to San Francisco and later to Portland, where she founded her band Storm and The Balls. The Balls developed a cult-like following in clubs for their “mash up” renditions of artists such as ABBA, Billy Idol, Led Zeppelin and Olivia Newton-John as well as their own compositions.

Large shot to national prominence in 2006 as a finalist on the CBS show Rock Star: Supernova. In 2009 she performed her autobiographical musical memoir Crazy Enough to packed houses during its unprecedented 17-week sold-out run at Portland Center Stage. Recently Large performed the show to critical acclaim at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Joe’s Pub in New York and throughout Australia. Crazy Enough appeared Off-Broadway in Spring 2012 and Simon & Schuster published a book version of her autobiography in November 2012. Large made her orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony in 2010 and appeared with her own band again with the Oregon Symphony later the same season. Large made her debut with Pink Martini in April 2011, singing four sold-out concerts with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center in Washington DC. Storm has released seven albums and made guest star appearances on at least a dozen others. For more information, visit churchillarts.org. F

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Catch a

FILM

SPECTRE

A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE. Rated PG-13. In theaters Nov. 6.

REMEMBER, REMEMBER

Biopics conquer the screen in November November 6 Spotlight In 2001, the Boston Globe began an investigation that would rock the city and shock the world. SPOTLIGHT tells the story of that investigation, the story of Marty Baron (Schreiber), Ben Bradlee Jr. (Slattery) and the four members of the Globe’s investigative Spotlight team – Walter Robinson (Keaton), Mike Rezendes (Ruffalo), Sacha Pfeiffer (McAdams) and Matt Carroll (James) – who would sacrifice everything to expose the Boston Archdiocese’s systemic cover up of sexual abuse of children by ordained priests. For years, whispers of scandal were ignored by society, the media, by police and by the legal system. Silenced by shame, victims of sexual abuse often became victims of suicide. For their commitment to truth, the Spotlight team received the Pulitzer Prize for Public Service. Rated R.

The Outskirts After falling victim to a humiliating prank by the high school Queen Bee, best friends and world-class geeks, Mindy and Jodi, decide to get their revenge by uniting the outcasts of the school against her and her circle of friends. Rated PG-13.

Trumbo The successful career of 1940s screenwriter Dalton Trumbo (Bryan Cranston) comes to a crushing end when he and other Hollywood figures are blacklisted for their political beliefs. TRUMBO (directed by Jay Roach) tells the story of his fight against the U.S. government and studio bosses in a war over words and freedom, which entangled everyone in Hollywood from Hedda Hopper (Helen Mirren) and John Wayne to Kirk Douglas and Otto Preminger. Rated R.

Lost in the Sun The story of John, a small time crook, who finds an unlikely accomplice in Louis, a newly-orphaned teenage boy. As their open-road adventure progresses and John drags the kid on a string of robberies, the pair forge an unexpected and powerful bond. Not yet rated.

The Hallow When a London-based conservationist is sent to Ireland with his wife and infant child to survey an area of forest believed to be hallowed ground by superstitious locals, his actions unwittingly disturb a horde of demonic creatures who prey upon the lost. Alone and deep within the darkness of the remote wilderness, he must now fight back to protect his family against the ancient forces’ relentless attacks. Not yet rated.

Brooklyn In 1950s Ireland and New York, young Ellis Lacey has to choose between two men and two countries. Rated PG-13.

in order to make it through the day alive. But we quickly learn that things are not what they seem, and Vaughn has more than one card up his sleeve. Rated R.

Barista Five top baristas find themselves pushing the limits of coffee perfection to win the National Barista Championship - a surreal competition where even one mistake is far too many. Not yet rated.

Antonio Banderas in ‘The 33’

Miss You Already The friendship between two life-long girlfriends is put to the test when one starts a family and the other falls ill. Rated PG-13.

My Nazi Legacy Three men travel together across Europe. For two of them the journey involves a confrontation with the acts of their fathers, who were both senior Nazi officers. For the third, the eminent human rights lawyer and author Philippe Sands, it means visiting the place where much of his own Jewish family was destroyed by the fathers of the two men he has come to know. It is an emotional, psychological exploration of three men wrestling with their past, the present of Europe — and conflicting versions of the truth. Not yet rated.

November 13 Heist When their attempt to rob a casino owned by the feared gangster Pope (Robert De Niro) goes awry and a shootout ensues, Vaughn (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) and Cox (Dave Bautista) are forced to flee on foot and hijack city Bus 657 and take the passengers hostage. Now, in a high speed chase, Vaughn will not only have to outwit the police, led by Officer Bajos (Gina Carano) who are in hot pursuit, but he will have to contend with Pope’s maniacal right hand man, Dog (Morris Chestnut),

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The 33 In 2010, the eyes of the world turned to Chile, where 33 miners had been buried alive by the catastrophic explosion and collapse of a 100-year-old gold and copper mine. Over the next 69 days, an international team worked night and day in a desperate attempt to rescue the trapped men as their families and friends, as well as millions of people globally, waited and watched anxiously for any sign of hope. But 200 stories beneath the surface, in the suffocating heat and with tensions rising, provisions—and time—were quickly running out. A story of resilience, personal transformation and triumph of the human spirit, the film takes us to the Earth’s darkest depths, revealing the psyches of the men trapped in the mine, and depicting the courage of both the miners and their families who refused to give up. Based on the gripping true story of survival—and filmed with the cooperation of the miners, their families and their rescuers—“The 33” reveals the never-before-seen actual events that unfolded, above and below

DVD Releases

Inside Out

The Peanuts Movie

November 3

Snoopy embarks upon his greatest mission as he and his team take to the skies to pursue their arch-nemesis, while his best pal Charlie Brown begins his own epic quest back home. Rated G. Comes to theaters Nov. 6. ground, which became nothing less than a worldwide phenomenon. Rated PG-13.

Love the Coopers When four generations of the Cooper clan come together for their annual Christmas Eve celebration, a series of unexpected visitors and unlikely events turn the night upside down, leading them all toward a surprising rediscovery of family bonds and the spirit of the holiday. Not yet rated.

turn the team around. But just when they’re reveling in the success of the season, Freddie suffers an injury that leads him to a shocking diagnosis and the biggest challenge he will ever face. From the writer of Hoosiers and Rudy, My All American tells the true story of a boy who became a hero and what it truly means to have the heart of a champion. Rated PG.

The Stanford Prison Experiment Jimmy’s Hall Cristela: Season 1 Trash

Shaun the Sheep

November 10

James White

Trainwreck Terminator Genisys Mr. Holmes Selfless Tangerine Dragon Blade Better Call Saul: Season 1 Pay the Ghost

A coming-of-age story about a young New Yorker struggling to take control of his reckless, self-destructive behavior in the face of momentous family challenges. Rated R.

Ingrid Bergman in Her Own Words A captivating look behind the scenes of the remarkable life of a young Swedish girl who became one of the most celebrated actresses of American and World cinema. Not yet rated.

November 17

The Man from U.N.C.L.E. We Are Your Friends

My All American What Freddie Steinmark (Finn Wittrock) wants most in the world is to play football. Deemed too small by the usual athletic standards, his father trains him hard, and Freddie brings a fight to the game that ultimately gets him noticed – by none other than legendary University of Texas coach Darrell Royal (Aaron Eckhart). Awarded a scholarship and a chance to play for the Longhorns, Freddie sets off to Austin with his loving high school sweetheart Linda (Sarah Bolger), determined to make the team. Alongside his old teammate Bobby Mitchell (Rett Terrell) and new pal James Street (Juston Street), Freddie is put through the paces of a grueling practice schedule, but the boys’ camaraderie off the field translates into solid playing on it, and they rise up the depth charts, giving the Longhorns a real chance to

Inside Out Vacation The End of the Tour Saving Christmas Digging for Fire A LEGO Brickumentary She’s Funny That Way Before We Go 10,000 Days Black Sails Season 2 Doctor Who: Series 9 Part 1 Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas Getting On: Season 2 The Final Girls

November 24

No Escape Ricki and the Flash Shaun the Sheep Movie American Ultra Inside Amy Schumer: Season 3 Underdogs

November 20 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Pt. 2 With the nation of Panem in a full scale war, Katniss confronts President Snow (Donald Sutherland) in the final showdown. Teamed with a group of her closest friends – including Gale (Liam Hemsworth), Finnick (Sam Claflin), and Peeta (Josh Hutcherson) – Katniss goes off on a mission with the unit from District 13 as they risk their lives to stage an assassination attempt on President Snow who has become increasingly obsessed with destroying her. The mortal traps, enemies, and moral choices that await Katniss will challenge her more than any arena she faced in The Hunger Games. Rated PG-13.

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The Night Before In New York City for their annual tradition of Christmas Eve debauchery, three lifelong best friends set out to find the Holy Grail of Christmas parties since their yearly reunion might be coming to an end. Not yet rated.

Secret in Their Eyes A tight-knit team of rising FBI investigators - Ray (Chiwetel Ejiofor) and Jess (Julia Roberts), along with their District Attorney supervisor Claire (Nicole Kidman) - is suddenly torn apart when they discover that Jess’s teenage daughter has been brutally and inexplicably murdered. Now, thirteen years later, after obsessively searching every day for the elusive killer, Ray finally uncovers a new lead that he’s certain can permanently resolve the case, nail the vicious murderer, and bring long-desired closure to his team. No one is prepared, however, for the shocking, unspeakable secret that will reveal the enduring, destructive effects of personal vengeance on the human soul. Interweaving past and present, this deeply layered mystery explores the murky boundaries between justice and revenge, and asks the question: how far would you go to right an unfathomable wrong? Rated PG-13.

#Horror You’ve got followers… Cyberbullying goes offline during one deadly night. Based on a shocking true story, #HORROR follows a group of preteen girls living in a suburban world of money and privilege. But when their obsession with a disturbing online game goes too far, virtual terror becomes all too real. Chloë Sevigny leads an ensemble cast that includes Natasha Lyonne, Taryn Manning, and Timothy Hutton in Tara Subkoff’s directorial debut. Not yet rated.

Legend The film tells the story of the identical twin gangsters Reggie

By the Sea Written, directed and produced by Academy Award® winner Angelina Jolie Pitt, By the Sea serves as her directorial follow-up to Universal Pictures’ epic Unbroken. The dramatic film stars Brad Pitt and Jolie Pitt, who are supported by an international ensemble led by Mélanie Laurent, Melvil Poupaud, Niels Arestrup and Richard Bohringer. By the Sea follows an American writer named Roland (Pitt) and his wife, Vanessa (Jolie Pitt), who arrive in a tranquil and picturesque seaside resort in 1970s France, their marriage in apparent crisis. As they spend time with fellow travelers,

Brad Pitt & Angelina Jolie

including young newlyweds Lea (Laurent) and François (Poupaud), and village locals Michel (Arestrup) and Patrice (Bohringer), the couple begins to come to terms with unresolved issues in their own lives. In its style, and its treatment of themes of the human experience, By the Sea is inspired by European cinema and theater of the ’60s and ’70s. Rated R. In theaters Nov. 13.

and Ronnie Kray, two of the most notorious criminals in British history, and their organised crime empire in the East End of London during the 1960s. Rated R.

Carol Set in 1950s New York, a department-store clerk who dreams of a better life falls for an older, married woman. Rated R.

I SAW THE LIGHT

The story of the legendary country western singer Hank Williams, who in his brief life created one of the greatest bodies of work in American music. The film chronicles his meteoric rise to fame and its ultimately tragic effect on his health and personal life. Rated R. In theaters Nov. 27.

10 Days in a Madhouse In 1887, at age 23, reporter Nellie Bly, working for Joseph Pulitzer, feigns mental illness to go undercover in notorious Blackwell’s Island a woman’s insane asylum to expose corruption, abuse and murder. Rated R.

Altered Minds A family reunion goes awry when the oldest son makes the accusation that his dying father, a famed psychiatrist who also did work for the CIA, adopted his children for the purposes of psychological experimentation. Not yet rated.

November 25 The Good Dinosaur

Elizabeth Olsen as Audrey Mae Williams & Tom Hiddleston as Hank Williams

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“The Good Dinosaur” asks the generations-old question: What if the cataclysmic asteroid that forever changed life on Earth actually missed the planet completely and giant dinosaurs never became extinct? The film is a humorous and exciting original story about Arlo, a lively 70-foot-tall teenage Apatosaurus with a big heart. After a traumatic event rattles Arlo’s tranquil community, he sets out on a quest to restore peace, gaining an unlikely companion along the way—a young human boy named Spot. Not yet rated.

Victor Frankenstein

James McAvoy is Victor Von Frankenstein and Daniel Radcliffe stars as Igor in a unique, never-before-seen twist on Mary Shelley’s classic 19th century novel. Told from Igor’s perspective, we see the troubled young assistant’s dark origins, his redemptive friendship with the young medical student Victor Von Frankenstein, and become eyewitnesses to the emergence of how Frankenstein became the man—and the legend—we know today. Rated PG-13. Hits theaters Nov. 25.

Daniel Radcliffe & James McAvoy

Creed The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves as a trainer and mentor to Adonis Johnson, the son of his late friend and former rival Apollo Creed. Not yet rated.

November 27 The Danish Girl Inspired by the true story of Danish painter Einar Wegener and his California-born wife, this tender portrait of a marriage asks: What do you do when someone you love wants to change? It starts with a question, a simple favor asked of a husband by his wife on an afternoon chilled by the Baltic wind while both are painting in their studio. Her portrait model has canceled, and would he mind slipping into a pair of women’s shoes and stockings for a few moments so she can finish the painting on time. “Of course,”

Eddie Redmayne in ‘The Danish Girl’

he answers. “Anything at all.” With that, one of the most passionate and unusual love stories of the twentieth century begins. When their portraits become wildly popular in 1920s Copenhagen, Greta encouraged her husband to adopt the female guise. What began as a harmless game led Einer to a metamorphosis and landmark 1931 operation that shocked the world and threatened their love. Rated R.

On the small screen — PREMIERES

Breakthrough|Nat Geo|Nov. 1 BREAKTHROUGH is a revolutionary new series about scientific explorers from leading universities and institutions and how their cutting-edge innovations and advancements will change our lives in the immediate future and beyond. The Demon Files|Destination America|Nov. 1 Aprés Ski|Bravo|Nov. 2 Barbara Walters Presents American Scandals|ID|Nov. 2 Sweet 15: Quinceañera|TLC|Nov. 3 Master of None|Netflix|Nov. 6 From Parks and Recreation writer/producers Alan Yang and Mike Schur and comedian Aziz Ansari comes Netflix’s latest original comedy series, which finds Ansari playing an aimless 30-something actor living in New York. Also starring are H. Jon Benjamin (Archer, Bob’s Burgers), Noel Wells (SNL), and Eric Wareheim (Zone Plane 8). All 10 episodes stream today. Agent X|TNT|Nov. 8 Sharon Stone, Gerald McRaney, and Jeff Hephner (Chicago Fire) star in this new action-drama series described by the network as National Treasure-meets-Jason Bourne. Agent X depicts a world where America’s Founding Fathers created a secret position for a skilled government agent—under the orders of the vice president (Stone, in this case)—to protect America from dangerous threats. Flesh and Bone|Starz|Nov. 8 Eight-hour drama series from Breaking Bad writer Moira Walley-Beckett is set in the world of professional ballet. In addition to the weekly airings, all eight episodes will also be available to stream immediately starting today. Cake Wars: Christmas|Food Network|Nov. 9 Chicago Med|NBC|Nov. 10 The third entry in Dick Wolf’s growing Chicago empire (following Chicago Fire and Chicago PD) was already previewed in an episode of the former in April, which featured future Med stars Laurie Holden, Oliver Platt, S. Epatha Merkerson, Nick Gehlfuss, and Yaya Dacosta. Donny!|USA|Nov. 10 Adman/TV host Donny Deutsch stars as himself in a comedy that also uses his real-life New York apartment as a setting but otherwise features fictional characters and semi-scripted dialogue. Secret Space Escapes|Science|Nov. 10 Uncorked|Esquire|Nov. 10 Project Runway Junior|Lifetime|Nov. 12 With Bob and David|Netflix|Nov. 13 This unofficial revival of the cult 1990s HBO sketch comedy Mr. Show returns stars Bob Odenkirk and David Cross, as well as most of their writers and co-stars, including Paul F. Tompkins, Scott Aukerman, Jay Johnston, Brian Posehn, John Ennis, Jill Talley, and Tom Kenny (plus newcomers including Keegan-Michael Key and Paget Brewster). All four half-hour episodes (plus an hour-long making-of special) stream today. Spotless|Esquire|Nov. 14 Esquire’s first scripted series involves estranged brothers, a crime scene cleaning business, and organized crime. Into the Badlands|AMC|Nov. 15 Six-episode martial arts drama comes from writer/producers Alfred Gough and Miles Millar (Smallville) and director David Dobkin (Wedding Crashers). The Art of More|Crackle|Nov. 19 The streaming service’s first scripted drama series is set in the world of high-end auction houses and stars Dennis Quaid, Christian Cooke, Cary Elwes, and Kate Bosworth. The Man in the High Castle|Amazon|Nov. 20 New Amazon Prime original series is based on Philip K. Dick’s alternate history novel that depicts a world in which the Allies lost World War II, leaving the United States divided in half between Japanese and German rule. The dark

drama comes from former X-Files writer-producer Frank Spotnitz and producer Ridley Scott. Marvel’s Jessica Jones|Netflix|Nov. 20 Described by creator/producer Melissa Rosenberg (Dexter, Twilight) as “a very, very different show” than Netflix’s first Marvel series, Daredevil, Jessica Jones stars Krysten Ritter as the traumatized former superhero turned detective. Former Doctor Who star David Tennant co-stars (as the villainous Kilgrave/Purple Man), along with Carrie-Anne Moss (The Matrix) and Rachael Taylor (666 Park Avenue), while Mike Colter plays Luke Cage, a character that will have his own eponymous Netflix show in 2016. Master P’s Family Empire|Reelz|Nov. 28

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Priorat area produces Spain’s elite wines

Small wine region with big taste

The harsh climate and topography of the Priorat region

t wasn’t that long ago that Priorat was virtually non-existent in Spain. With vines devastated by the root louse phylloxera in the late 19th century, grape growers abandoned their vineyards in search of more hospitable climes. It wasn’t until the 1950s when several hardy growers replanted vines in a daring bid to reestablish one of the smallest yet most important wine regions of Spain. We are grateful for their bravery. Today, this Catalan region is one of only two to qualilfy as DOCa, the highest level in the country’s wine classifications. Although its shining star has faded since a meteoric rise in the 1990s, Priorat in the right hands produces some of the most concentrated, full-bodied wines in Spain. Perhaps it was the challenge or perhaps it was family pride that drove David and Olivia Marco to abandon successful careers in engineering and law to replant the Priorat vineyards once farmed by David’s grandfather, Ramon Marco Abella. Up until the last decade, grapes from the family’s vineyards in the village of Porrera were sold to other producers. But, David and Olivia convinced both of their fathers to join them in financing their own label – Bodegas Marco Abella – in 2001. After a few tests, the first official vintage was released in 2004, making it one of the newest wine producers in a region that is centuries old.

During a recent visit with us, David said his friends thought he and his wife were crazy to leave good paying jobs in their 20s to farm grapes and risk financial ruin. One look at the soil in this rugged terrain gives credence to their argument. Vines struggle to break through the slate and quartz soil known as licorela. But their struggle to find water deep beneath this strata of broken rock produces grapes with a definite mineral, earthy quality. It is the terroir and climate that make Priorat wines so unique – and often so expensive. Today, David’s friends admit his shift in careers was smart. “We have no regrets,” David said. The Marcos focus on grenache (known in Priorat as garnacha) and carignan grapes grown on what is now 56 acres spread over four plots ranging in altitude from 650 to 2,300 feet above sea level. Once picked, the grapes are separated by levels of quality. The wines from this region are influenced more by France than Spain. After all, the region was established by Carthusian monks from Provence. The Catalonian language is more akin to French and the principal grapes, unlike Spain’s prolific tempranillo, are indigenous to France. Marco Abella wines are more fresh and elegant than other Priorat wines, particularly the Clos Mogador that we have collected over the years.

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That non-traditional style gives these wines an international appeal even though the region was slow to accept them. Some merlot and cabernet sauvignon is often added to the grenache-carignan base and Marco Abella also produces an exquisite white wine from mostly grenache blanco grapes. The grapes are organically grown, indigenous yeasts are used, the wines are unfiltered to preserve the fruit, and new French oak is used sparingly. The result is pure, concentrated fruit flavors. Production is small, thus making the wines harder to find. Here are three red blends that really impressed us: Bodegas Marco Abella Loidana 2010 ($30). The blend is 60 percent grenache, 25 percent carignan and 15 percent cabernet sauvignon. Although the grapes are from 20-year-old vines, there is a fresh, vibrant mouthfeel to this wine. Ready to drink, it struts the minerality produced by the indigenous shale. The finish is long and intense. Bodegas Marco Abella Mas Mallola 2008 ($50). Using the same grape varieties used in the Loidana but with more grenache and a little merlot, the Mallola shows greater concentration and riper cherry fruit. Although made entirely from different grape varieties, it reminded us of Italy’s amarone – sweet, ripe fruit. Bodegas Marco Abella Clos Abella 2009 ($90). Carignan produces a richer, deeper color in Priorat than in Bordeaux, so there is no hesitation to make it the dominant grape in this rare flagship wine. Half of the wine comes from carignan while the remaining blend is from grenache and cabernet sauvignon. Aged two years in French oak barrels and another two years in the bottle before it is released, the wine is incredibly concentrated but balanced. Not surprisingly, it has won many awards. WINE PICKS Niner Sauvignon Blanc 2013 ($22). Using only estate fruit, this Edna Valley producer has an easy summer drink with grapefruit and citrus notes. Robert Mondavi Oakville Fume Blanc 2013 ($40). You know you’re in for a savory experience when you take a deep whiff of this complex and broadly flavored sauvignon blanc. Herbal, floral and richly textured, it is an amazing extension of the simple sauvignon blanc. Crisp acidity and flavors of grapefruit, lime, and mineral. F

Get wine headaches? It might be you

e’re not easily prone to headaches when we drink wine – unless we drink too much, of course. But we hear from countless friends who decline either white or red wine because it gives them headaches. For a long time we thought this was nonsense, but the numbers indicate there is some truth to the effect of wines on certain people.

The other night, Tom, his wife and sister-in-law enjoyed a very nice Italian blend from Tuscany. They also shared a French rose. The next morning, each of them had raging headaches. Coincidence? Too much to drink? Not likely. Tom asked the producer whether others have experienced the same results and whether she used sulfites. She said no and insisted she uses less sulfites than most others. She blamed the rose and said more sulfites are in rose white wine than red – something we didn’t know. However, Tom has enjoyed many, many bottles this particular French rose and never got a headache. Because fermenting grape juice is volatile, sulfites — technically a group of sulfur compounds — is used as a stabilizer. Without sulfites, wine could oxidize or turn to vinegar. Sulfites are also used to reduce bacteria and eliminate wild yeast in barrels before they are filled. Some producers use more than others, hence the variance from one producer to the next. Although most people don’t experience problems, those suffering from asthma are particularly susceptible to headaches. Sulfites often gets the

blame for headaches because only in the U.S. is it required to say on the label that the wine contain sulfites. But, truth be told, there are a lot more sulfites in other food products, including French fries, fruit juice, soda and canned soup. Does anyone complain of headaches when any of these products are consumed? Not to our knowledge. If you think wine makes you headache-prone, buy some dried fruit and see if it has a similar effect on you. FOR WINE, WHO TAXES THE MOST? Heaven help wine collectors in Kentucky. According to a survey by the Tax Foundation, Kentucky has the higher excise tax for wine — $3.18 per gallon. Envy the fortunate in Louisiana, where taxes on wine is a meager 11 cents a gallon! Most states determine taxes based on their alcohol level, so the tax on port, for instance, is likely to be higher. For more information, see taxfoundation.org. WINE PICKS Murphy-Goode Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2012 ($26). This wine is a crowd pleaser. Oodles of ripe berry/cherry fruit in the nose and mouth with a nice herbal note that adds complexity. A mouthful of fruit with nice integrated oak notes. Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico RS 2012 ($15). “RS” means the wine is made

from the best, indigenuous sangiovese grapes. You get quality classico grapes for a decent price. Lots of plum notes with hints of spice and dried herbs. Pasta and simple grilled meat are a good call for this wine. Buried Cane Chardonnay Columbia Valley 2013 $14). Buy this terrific white wine if you can find it. This wine displays rich ripe fruit and is made from 95 percent chardonnay and 5 percent semillon. The use of 35 percent new French oak has created a delicious pear fruit, creamy rich mouth filling wine. La Merika Pinot Noir Central Coast 2012 ($15). This is a very impressive and expressive pinot noir for the price. Deep and rich berry fruit driven wine with spice and mocha notes adding complexity. Very nice. Handcraft Malbec Artisan collection California 2013 ($11). There is just a touch of zinfandel in this easy to drink blend that delivers blueberry and cherry flavors and a hint of spice. A nice package. Giesen Pinot Gris Marlborough 2014 ($14). Although Marlborough is renowned for its sauvignon blanc this beautiful pinot gris shows other grapes can thrive there too. This wine displays a rich and ripe peach floral nose and flavors. Great texture and mouth feel and would go well with most seafood dishes. Left Coast Cellars Cali’s Cuvee Estate Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Oregon 2013 ($24). This is a terrific Willamette Valley pinot noir. Very Burgundian in style with earthy notes blending with cherry and berry flavors. Very food friendly with bright acidity that offers a good bit of complexity. F

PAUL DOLAN

VINEYARDS

Sauvignon Blanc Made with organically grown grapes certified by C.C.O.F., the 2013 Paul Dolan Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc tastes of brightly refreshing kiwi and citrus zest with an aromatic lemongrass perfume. Grown along the northern banks of the Russian River, a region prized for its vibrant, lush wines, this wine is the unique expression of a carefully nurtured piece of land, made manifest in each bottle. Paul Dolan Vineyards is located in the heart of Mendocino County, Northern California, a secluded land of rich biological diversity and unique microclimates.

Grapes are sourced from meticulously tended vineyards, and our balanced winemaking practices support each bottling’s expression of terroir for wines of unforgettable character.

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Your horoscope for November 2015 People like the people they help. You haven’t required help in some time. Consider softening on this. Don’t let pride come between you and a helping hand. They will get more than they give from this.

The Puzzler

Your best efforts are more than good enough. The person who told you otherwise was projecting his or her own baggage — baggage you would be wise not to touch. Pretend you’re at an airport. Carry only your own. When was the last time you tried something new? There’s no reason to limit yourself to one new thing. It doesn’t matter whether you’re good or bad at the endeavor; the joy it provides will be the same. Knowing what others want is the key to success in today’s interactions. It’s not hard to figure out once you decide to do so. The hardest part is remembering to try. Afford yourself more leeway than usual. Some tasks are just harder than you thought they would be. That doesn’t make them any less worthy of your attention and best efforts. When you have to, you’ll work harder than anyone. This isn’t something you’ve been taught or trained for; it’s inherently who you are — a person who will do what’s necessary to get the job done. Your plans are very much in line with what those in authority need from you, creating an atmosphere where your best efforts will take seed and grow to a mighty outcome. A relationship will go in a fresh direction (and just in the nick of time! The whole thing was getting quite old). Note: This could be your relationship with money, work or your own body. When you ask for what you want, does it seem like the other person would like to give it to you? You can’t help but wonder if you’re barking up the wrong tree. Investigate and experiment in this regard. The iOS digital voice assistant named Siri famously has an arsenal of humorous responses in her database that might endear her to her human users. You’ve a similar arsenal you’ll put to use today. Maybe you’re not as driven as some people you know of today, but that’s a good thing. Often, hyper-achievement is for the unbalanced. Right now it’s more important to maintain emotional equilibrium. Play the long game. It is said that keeping track of every small give and take is a recipe for relationship failure. And yet, sometimes it helps to be aware of the tally. Maybe it’s not the most romantic view, but it’s one reason you’re a stellar partner.

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November classes at the Nevada Museum of Art RENO, Nev. — The E.L. Cord Museum School of the Nevada Museum of Art is accepting enrollment for the below classes. Classes are limited in size, therefore early registration is recommended. Scholarships are available for all ages. Please call the Museum for details at (775) 329-3333 ex 260. Life Drawing: Open Studio Wednesdays, October 28 - November 18 / 6 - 9 pm Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn. Instructor: Jerry Stinson Ages: Adults (18+) / All Levels $108 General / $96 Museum members

Life Drawing: Open Studio Thursdays, October 29 - November 19 / 1 - 4 pm Improve your life drawing skills and explore a variety of media while working freely from a nude model in this popular open studio class. The instructor will be present to coordinate class and offer instruction upon request. Both male and female models will be posed and drawn. Instructor: Jerry Stinson Ages: Adults (18+) / All Levels $108 General / $96 Museum members

Drawing from Your Inner Wisdom Wednesday, November 4 / 10 am - 2 pm As the structure of the land is supported by the strength of underlying rock, so the individual is supported by the strength of inner wisdom. With simple pencil and pen, participants will explore the value of these tools in accessing their own creativity and unique expression. Through the ease of relaxation and focus they will explore the value of artistic creativity in finding and expressing their inner wisdom. No previous art experience is required. All that’s needed is receptivity to new ideas and a willingness to learn. Instructor: Kaleigh Surber Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels $46 General / $42 Museum members

Kids’ Corner: Animal Illustration Wednesdays, November 4 - December 16 / 3:30 - 5:30 pm NOTE: no class on 11/25 Young artists will enjoy creating viewing both contemporary and historical references of animals in art. Drawing from the Museum’s exhibitions, students will explore basic painting and drawing techniques in this fun after-school series. All materials and a snack are included with registration. Note: there will be no class on Wednesday, November 25. Instructor: TBA Ages: 7 - 12 / all levels $108 General / $96 Museum members

the grouting process on day two. Mosaic 101 is suggested but is not required. All supplies are included but students can bring tesserae to incorporate into the projects. Instructor: Katie Packham Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels $75 General / $68 Museum members

Winter Landscapes in Pen and Ink Through drawing drills and take-home assignments students will gain a better understanding of tool use and drawing techniques to create successful drawings using the comparative method. Instructor: David McCamant Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels $162 General / $144 Museum members

Photography: Speed Lighting Thursdays, November 5 - 19 / 6 - 9 pm This class is designed for beginning to intermediate photographers who have purchased a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera, which is a camera with removable lenses. Course participants will explore the specific features of DSLR cameras, as well as general photographic skills and techniques to make great pictures. Instructor: MD Welch Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels $81 General / $72 Museum members

Portrait Painting: Open Studio

Watercolor for Beginners

Acrylic Painting Techniques: Back to Basics

Fridays, November 6 - 20 / 10 am - 2 pm Learn the skills used in creating beautiful paintings using translucent watercolors.Beginners will learn the basics of pallet set up, color mixing and a range of watercolor techniques including washes, dry brush work and “special effects.” Instructor: Carroll Charlet Ages: Adult (15+) / All Levels, Beginners Welcome! $108 General / $96 Museum members

Burden Basket Weaving with Sue Coleman Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8 / 10 am - 4 pm Join Sue Coleman, one of Nevada’s preeminent Washoe basket weavers, in a two-day workshop exploring the tradition and techniques of Washoe basket weaving. Students will work with dyed and natural reed to create a conically shaped burden basket. View work by Sue Coleman and other prominent Washoe basket weavers in the exhibition Tahoe: A Visual History. Instructor: Sue Coleman Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels $128 General / $116 Museum members

Baby Painting (9:30 am) Sunday, November 8 / 9:30 - 10:15 am Bring your baby or toddler and go beyond finger-painting by blobbing, smushing, and smearing colors with hands and feet! Witness baby’s first painting with no mess at home. Your wee one will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Lisa Kornze Ages: 6 months - 3 years $15 General / $12 Museum members

Baby Painting (10:30 am) Sunday, November 8 / 10:30 - 11:15 am Bring your baby or toddler and go beyond finger-painting by blobbing, smushing, and smearing colors with hands and feet! Witness baby’s first painting with no mess at home. Your wee one will make a creative keepsake for the family to cherish. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Lisa Kornze Ages: 6 months - 3 years $15 General / $12 Museum members

Creating Image Transfers

Beginning Drawing: The Comparative Method Thursdays, November 5 - December 17 / 6 - 9 pm NOTE: No class on 11/26 Whether you are a beginner or a intermediate level artist this class is designed to help your improve your drawing techniques. Students will start with the very basics gainnig a solid foundational working knowledge of how to draw what they see with an empasis on tonal range, perspective and shading.

Saturdays, November 14 and 21 / 1 - 4 pm Work from winter photographs to create realistic interpretive drawing using just pen and ink. Instructor will introduce students to the various techniques in pen and ink including stippling, cross hatching and washes. Instructor: Erik Holland Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels $54 General / $48 Museum members

Thursday, November 12 / 6 - 9 pm Create a variety of image transfers in this class where various methods will be taught. Using black and white as well as color photocopies, create image transfers on to paper, canvas, wood, and more using gel transfer and packing tape transfer methods. Instructor: Lisa Kurt Ages: Adults (15+) / All levels $46 General / $42 Museum members

Mosaics: Holiday Gift Workshop Saturday November 14 / 10 am - 2 pm and Sunday, November 15 / 10 am - 12 pm Students will choose from a variety of projects including coasters, frames, plaques and holiday shapes to mosaic. Students can complete three small projects or two medium projects on the first day and will be guided through

Sundays, November 15 - December 6 / 1 - 4 pm Students will enjoy developing their portrait painting techniques and skills in this open studio class. A live, clothed model will be present each week. Each class will begin with brief instruction followed by an open studio format painting class. Students may use acrylic or oil paint. Dry media is also welcome. Instructor: Daniel Helzer Ages: Adults (15+) / All levels $108 General / $96 Museum members Tuesdays, November 17 - December 15 / 6 - 9 pm Students will enjoy this introductory level course designed to teach basic acrylic painting techniques including blending, impasto, and dry brush. Students will paint from still life installations, paint portraits, and create abstract compositions combining various techniques. Each class will approach acrylic paint differently to provide an introduction as to how the medium can be utilized for different styles and subject matter. Instructor: Ashley Follmer Ages: Adults (15+) / Beginners Welcome! $135 General / $120 Museum members

Laptop Lecture: Introduction to Lightroom Tuesdays, November 17 - December 1 / 6 - 9 pm Adobe Lightroom is quickly becoming the go to application for photographers of any experience level, but so many photographers are not using the application to the fullest potential. There are also features of Lightroom that are best left to other applications, and those work arounds will be shown in class. From tethered shooting to advanced Develop module techniques, this class with get new Lightroom users up and running, and advanced users taking advantage of features that will save time, and reduce frustration. Instructor: MD Welch Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels $81 General / $72 Museum members

Girls’ Night Out: Mixed Media Madness Thursday, November 19 / 6 - 8:30 Bring some addresses of friends and family, a creative spirit, and we will do the rest! Playful, simple mixed media techniques will be demonstrated and a wide range of supplies and tools will be available. Type on the typewriter, collage vintage papers, stitch the edges, and create beautiful mixed media artworks. Instructor: Jessica Weems Ages: Adults (15+) / All Levels $38 General / $34 Museum members

Holiday Cards in Watercolor Sunday, November 22 / 1 - 4 pm With watercolor, and pen and ink, students will create holiday cards that can be reprinted for season’s greetings. Enjoy demonstrations and instruction in watercolor before creating your own unique cards. All levels welcome and all materials will be supplied! Instructor: Carroll Charlet Ages: Adults (15+) / All Level $39 General / $36 Museum members

The Nevada Museum of Art is the only accredited art museum in the state of Nevada. Located at 160 West Liberty Street in downtown Reno, the gallery and store are open Wednesday – Sunday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Admission is $10 general admission; $1 for children up to 12 years. For more information visit nevadaart.org F

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