December 2017
Tueday Morning Walk Sponsored by Muscle Powered to Northridge Linear Park Trail
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 3:18pm
Event Date:
January 9, 2018 - 9:00am Come and join us for our weekly one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet in the parking area on New Ridge Drive off of Northridge Drive in Carson City.
All walks are 1 to 2 miles with duration of 1 hour with usually negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths. Water and closed-toe shoes required. If it rains or snows, meet at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1860 Russell Way. Contact Alyce Cloutier at klute89701@att.net.
New law effective Jan. 1 aims to curb opioid abuse in the Silver State
Submitted by editor on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 3:10pm
CARSON CITY — Gov. Brian Sandoval and the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services announced an important reminder Friday that the provisions of Assembly Bill 474, the Controlled Substance Abuse Prevention Act, will go into effect January 1, 2018.
The Ron Wood Center in Carson City donates 250 Christmas dinner baskets to local families
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 3:04pm
The Ron Wood Center in Carson City is distributing their annual Christmas dinner food baskets this week throughout Carson City. The baskets are being gifted to local foster families and the elderly, as well as to recipients recommended by Juvenile Probation and Safe School Professionals.
Carson City arrests: Suspected drunk driver caught after fleeing crash at Roop and William
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 2:33pm
A suspected drunk driver who collided with two vehicles Thursday morning at the intersection of Roop and William Street and then drove away after witnesses attempted to stop her, faces several charges including gross misdemeanor second DUI and leaving the scene of an accident, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Pioneer High School students connect with Carson City area senior citizens over holidays
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 1:23pm
It is difficult to avoid getting caught up in the frenzy of the holiday season. Trying to keep up with all the social engagements, shopping lists, gift-wrapping, baking, and decorating can cause a person to lose sight of the simpler joys of the season.
Zed to open both Illinois Senate & House with Hindu mantras in their 200th year
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 1:11pm
On February 27 and 28 respectively, Illinois State Senate and House of Representatives in Springfield will start their sessions with Hindu prayers, containing verses from world’s oldest existing scripture.
Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, who resides in Northern Nevada, will deliver the invocations from ancient Sanskrit scriptures before the Senate and House. After Sanskrit delivery, he then will read the English translation of the prayers. Sanskrit is considered a sacred language in Hinduism and root language of Indo-European languages.
Carson City Winter Read-A-Thon kickoff features books, live music and more
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 9:41am
Event Date:
December 22, 2017 - 4:00pm The Carson City Library welcomes the community as it launches the inaugural nationwide Winter Reading Challenge beginning today, Friday, Dec. 22, through Jan. 5, 2018.
The Read-A-Thon kick-off event will be held Friday from 4-6 p.m. at the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center, 850 E William St, Carson City. The presentation will include songs, stories, puppets, and activities. Also, you will be able to register for the Winter Read-A-Thon.
Laughs, live music, and the Library’s Winter Read-a-thon kick-off: Friday fun around Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 2:15amEvent Date:
December 22, 2017 (All day)
There are some fairly excited kids throughout the valley. This last Friday before Christmas marks the beginning of winter break. The Carson City Library invites everyone in the community to participate in the annual Winter Read-a-thon with a goal of 90,000 minutes read (or listened to) over the next two weeks. Sign up on-line or at their kick-off event this afternoon. Comedian John Mencarelli headlines Carson Comedy inside the Carson Nugget, and you’ll find the Rebekah Chase Band on stage in their Loft. Even more awaits, so read on and have a great day.
Friday, Dec. 22
Tuesday Morning Walk Sponsored by Muscle Powered to Mexican Ditch-South
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/21/2017 - 2:32pm
Event Date:
January 2, 2018 - 9:00am Come and join us for our weekly one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet at 9:00 am near the red barns at Silver Saddle Ranch on Carson River Road.
All walks are 1 to 2 miles with duration of 1 hour with usually negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths. Water and closed-toe shoes required. If it rains or snows, meet at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1860 Russell Way. Contact Alyce Cloutier at klute89701@att.net.
