Valley Vibrations for Dec. 12

Details are needed by noon Wednesday to put local musical entertainment information in this column. Contact People Editor Sharlene Irete at sirete@recordcourier.com, at 782-5121, ext. 210 or by fax, 782-6132.

GARDNERVILLE

Entertainment

at Buckaroos

n Crimson Collar plays 8 p.m. to midnight today.

n Ted Nagel hosts karaoke, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., every Saturday.

n Dale Jantzen hosts karaoke, 8-11 p.m. every Wednesday.

n Ladies night begins 6 p.m. every Thursday. Ladies drinks half off.

Buckaroos is at 1435 Highway 395, Gardnerville. Information, call general manager Steve Orlando, 782-9693.

Second Saturday art events

n Elfriede Short's hand-painted Christmas ornaments will be featured, 1-3 p.m. Saturday at East Fork Gallery, 1503 Highway 395, Gardnerville, 782-7629. Light refreshments will be served.

n Felix Pottery & Artisan's Shoppe, 1459 Highway 395, Gardnerville, hosts a Potters Oops Sale of pottery seconds Saturday. More than 30 area artisans sell their work. Refreshments will be served. Information, 782-5434.

n New works by watercolorist Reiko Hervin on display at the Lone Tree Gallery in Minden. The original art features classic florals and a series on goldfish in limited quantities. Lone Tree Gallery is at 1598 Esmeralda Ave., downtown Minden. Information, www.lonetreegallery.net or 782-2522.

n Artisans International Gallery presents an exhibit of work by local area artists on the theme of wild horses through Dec. 20. Artisans International Gallery is at 1653 Lucerne St., Suite B in Minden Village. Information, 783-8881.

MINDEN

Carson Valley Inn entertainment

The Robeys appear through Sunday and various duos entertain on Monday nights. Cabaret Lounge entertainment is presented with no cover and no minimum in 45-minute shows at 7:30, 8:30, 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 p.m.

Buford and Shirley Robey have performing together since 1986 and play rock 'n' roll favorites, oldies, top 40, blues, jazz, reggae and country songs from the 1930s to present. With their extensive repertoire, The Robeys enjoy answering requests to play a little something for everyone.

Mack & Tom take the Cabaret Lounge stage Tuesday and play until Dec. 21. Mack & Tom play classic rock 'n' roll from the '50s through the '80s plus contemporary tunes. The group is Bruce McCormack on keyboards and vocals and Tom Dickson on guitar and vocals. The two artists have played together for more than 10 years, many as part of the backup band for Louie Fontaine and The Rockets.

n Monday Night Football features sports viewing on giant plasma screens, draft beer and snack specials and drawings for prizes.

Carson Valley Inn is on Highway 395 in Minden. Information at cvinn.com or 782-9711.

Home ranch tours

A special exhibit of antique toys, Christmas cards and holiday decorations will be on display at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park, 1-5 p.m. Friday through Sunday.

Admission is $3 for adults, free for children 12 and younger. Refreshments served. Remember to dress in warm clothing. The park is at 1450 Highway 88. Information, 783-9417 or parks.nv.gov/hr.htm

Music at Indigo

Open mic night with Dean Brownell, 8:30 p.m. Thursdays.

Enjoy entertainment in a no smoking environment. Indigo Restaurant and Bar is at 1665 Lucerne St. in Minden Village. Information, 782-4300.

What's smokin' at Jimmy G's

Music by DJ Red at 8:30 p.m. Saturday and Torano cigar tasting 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 16 at Jimmy G's Smokin' Hot Cigar Bar, 1595 Highway 395, Minden, 783-4873.

Concert series begins today

The Carson Valley Arts Council 2008-09 concert series begins with Celtic guitarist Tony McManus, 7 p.m. tonight at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda Ave., Minden. Wine, beer and cheese reception sponsored by Tahoe Ridge Winery is 6 p.m. Desserts by Bravo Cafe & Bakery at 8:30 p.m. Admission is a $15 donation at the door. Information, 782-8207.

Christmas concert

Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church presents "The Music of Christmas," 2 p.m. Sunday, at the church, 3680 Highway 395, north of Jacks Valley Road. The Shepherd of the Sierra Chancel Choir sings traditional Christmas carols in a concert to benefit the fund for a new organ for the church. A freewill offering will be available. Information, 267-3680.

GENOA

Open mic in Genoa

The Genoa Country Store at 2299 Main St. in Genoa, hosts happy hour, open mic night and dinner served, 5:30-8 p.m. Fridays. Information, 782-5974 or www.genoacountrystore.com

Thirst parlor

happenings

The Genoa Bar offers a free juke box 6-10 p.m. Tuesdays and free pool 6-10 p.m. Wednesdays.

Information at 782-3870 or www.genoabarandsaloon.com

Christmas concert

David John and the Comstock Cowboys perform the "Christmas in the Sierra" concert, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday. Ticket information, Genoa Town Office, 782-8696, and the Wild Rose Inn, 782-5697.

BEYOND THE VALLEY

'Babes in Toyland'

Carson Performing Arts Capitol Stars and BACStage Kids present "Babes in Toyland" at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 West King St., Carson City. The holiday musical is performed 7 p.m. today and at 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Tickets are $8 general admission and $5 for BAC members and children. Information, 883-1976.

Holiday on Ice

The Tahoe Figure Skating Club hosts Christmas Holiday on Ice, 5-6:30 p.m. Saturday, at the South Tahoe Ice Arena, 1176 Rufus Allen Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, Calif.

Figure skaters dance to holiday music classics and there will be performances by Tahoe Elementary Honor Choir, Tahoe Skate School and South Tahoe Area Hockey League.

Admission is $5 for adults, children 12 and younger are free. Tickets purchased at the door or at the ice arena, 4-6 p.m. Thursdays.

Information at www.tahoefsc.com