In the Spotlight for Aug. 21

Movie in the park tonight

'Wall-E' is the free movie in Heritage Park at dusk today. Vendors include Boy Scout Troop 411, Cold Stone Creamery, DHS Music Boosters, Centerfield Sports Bar & Grill. Heritage Park is off Gilman Avenue in Gardnerville. Information, Town of Gardnerville, 782-7134.

Check out stars and planets

A stargazing event is 7 p.m. today at Mormon Station State Historic Park in Genoa. You're welcome to bring your own telescopes. Remember bug repellent, bring a blanket or lawn chairs and a jacket. Information, Park Interpreter Mark Jensen, dangbergranch@parks.nv.gov or 783-9417.

Anniversary celebration

East Fork Gallery celebrates their 30th anniversary until Sept. 16 with featured artwork by gallery member Carolyn Denning. The gallery is at 1503 Highway 395, Gardnerville. Information, 782-7629.

Swap meet Saturday

Douglas County Historical Society hosts swap meets at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Booth spaces $10 in advance, $20 day of sale. Information, www.historicnevada.org or 782-2555.

Driver safety Saturday

The AARP Senior Driver Safety class instructed by Irv Phillips is 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the Kahle Community Center, 236 Kingsbury Grade, Stateline. Cost is $14 or $12 for AARP members. Completion of the course may result in an auto insurance discount. Bring a pencil or pen. Register at 586-7271.

Fire department barbecue

The Sheridan Volunteer Fire Department's annual dinner and dance is 6 p.m. Saturday. Tri-tip dinner with salads, beans, bread and desserts. Door and raffle prizes. Swing and big band music by the Tahoe Dance Band. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children. Information, 783-7254 or 843-0830.

Book signing Sunday

Johnson Lane resident Soozie Lewis, author of "The Bloomingsons of the Nevada Sage, Haley Roo," will be featured in a book signing event, noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, at Borders books on Topsy Lane in Carson City. Information at www.soozie-l.com/index.html

Farmers markets

Weekly Valley farmers markets feature fruits, vegetables, flowers, bakery items, gifts, outdoor decor, music and food.

The Minden Farmers Market is open 4-8 p.m. Tuesdays through summer between Fourth and Fifth streets in downtown Minden. Information, Roxanne, 782-2444 or Kregg, 782-9814.

The Gardnerville Farmers Market is 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays in Lampe Park. Information at the Douglas County Parks & Recreation office, 782-9828.