Valley Vibrations for Dec. 5

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 The Rustlers play 8 p.m. to midnight today. The Rustlers cover hard-core country music by Montgomery Gentry, Alan Jackson, Brooks & Dunn and Dierks Bently. The Carson City-based band is Ev Musselman on guitar and lead vocals, Larry Goldman on bass guitar and vocals, Brian Williams on lead guitar and vocals, Jim Park on pedal steel guitar and Russ Hohenberger on drums and vocals.

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.

Music from Centerfield

Felix and Cold Sweat play Saturday at Centerfield Sports Bar & Grill, 1328 Highway 395 in Gardnerville.

Felix and Cold Sweat play funk, soul, reggae and blues Cold Sweat is Felix Odion, guitar and lead vocals, David Macias, saxophones; Carl Kline, bass guitar and Bill Heath on drums.

There is no cover. Information, 782-1902.

Minden

Carson Valley Inn entertainment

The Millionaire$ 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.

Rick and Dana are The Millionaire$ featuring strong vocals and musicianship. This two-piece act plays top 40, classic rock and pop music.

The Robeys take the Cabaret Lounge stage Tuesday and play until Dec. 14. 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.

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, cvinn.com or 782-9711.

What's smokin' at Jimmy G's

Weekend events at Jimmy G's include Rocky Patel cigar tasting at 6:30 p.m. and music by Seymour's Trick Bag at 8:30 p.m. tonight. Macho Jonny plays 9 p.m. Saturday.

Jimmy G's Smokin' Hot Cigar Bar is at 1595 Highway 395, Minden. Information, 783-4873.

Music at Indigo

n Live acoustic music by Acoustic Solution, 8 p.m. tonight. Acoustic Solution is John, Wendy and Seth Andrews who play eclectic folk and electrified acoustic music on a collection of instruments ranging from guitars, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, piano, percussion and drums. The band plays covers by Crosby, Stills and Nash, Van Morrison, Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Grateful Dead, and original material.

n 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.

Carson Valley Pops perform

The Carson Valley Pops Orchestra presents 'A Musical Christmas,' 6 p.m. Sunday, at the CVIC Hall in Minden. The free concert features traditional Christmas music and songs by the Relaxed Fit vocal group. Information, carsonvalleypops.org or 267-5575.

Concert series begins Dec. 12

The Carson Valley Arts Council 2008-09 concert series begins with Celtic guitarist Tony McManus, 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden. A wine, beer and cheese reception sponsored by Tahoe Ridge Winery is at 6 p.m. Desserts by Bravo Cafe & Bakery served at 8:30 p.m. Admission is a $15 donation at the door. Information, 782-8207.

Choir presents Christmas concert

Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church presents "The Music of Christmas," 2 p.m. Dec. 14, 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 to purchase an 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, www.genoacountrystore.com or 782-5974.

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

Music at Walley's

Saxman Bill Slais plays 5-9 p.m. Thursdays in DW's Dinner House at David Walley's Resort, Hot Springs & Spa, 2001 Foothill Road in Genoa. Veteran musician Slais has played with Elvin Bishop, Starship and Cold Blood.

Christmas concert

David John and the Comstock Cowboys perform the "Christmas in the Sierra" concert, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 13. Ticket information, Genoa Town Office, 782-8696, and the Wild Rose Inn, 782-5697.

Carson city

'Babes in Toyland'

Carson Performing Arts Capitol Stars and BACStage Kids present "Babes in Toyland" at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 449 West King St., Carson City.

The holiday musical is performed 7 p.m. today, Saturday and Dec. 12, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13 and Dec. 14.

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