October 2019
Dementia Conversations: An Education Program in Carson City Presented by Alzheimer's Association
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 8:58pm
Event Date:
December 11, 2019 - 10:30am When someone shows signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Often, conversations with family about changing behaviors can be challenging and uncomfortable. This program offers tips on how to have honest and caring conversations to address some of the most common issues.
Evening with Divas, ghost investigations, Dia de los Muertos and more: Carson City area ramps up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 8:57pm
Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the second annual Evening with Divas in Carson City, a Día de Muertos celebration at the Nevada State Museum, Nevada Artists Association’s 40th anniversary celebration, paranormal ghost investigations in Virginia City, a pie baking contest in Gardnerville and much more!
WNC professor volunteers in the Bahamas recovery after Hurricane Dorian
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 6:32pm
Why would someone leave a comfortable life and go to a disaster zone?
“Well, it is a good question! Maybe one of the answers is that what keeps my life comfortable, is knowing that when I have the opportunity to help others, I will do it. If I had not gone, I think I would not have felt comfortable with my life, sitting down and doing nothing” Lior Singer answered.
Voting now underway for Levitt AMP grant to return Carson City summer concert series
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 5:53pm
The Brewery Arts Center is back in the running to bring a 10 week free, live music series to Carson City next June 6 through August 15, 2020.
Sponsored by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, a national foundation dedicated to strengthening the social fabric of America through free live music, Brewery Arts Center hopes to qualify, once again, as one of the Top 25 finalists competing for a 2020 Levitt AMP Your City Grant Award.
Columnist Guy Farmer to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 4:47pm
Event Date:
November 4, 2019 - 11:30am The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be veteran journalist and Nevada Appeal political columnist Guy Farmer. He will relate from first hand experience the story of Frank Sinastra's expulsion from and ultimate return to Nevada's gaming industry.
Lake Tahoe Mexican food hub 'Sombreros' opens Carson City location
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 3:05pm
A new Mexican restaurant, because there really can never be too many in this reporter's opinion, has opened up shop earlier this month on Carson Street.
Halloween Message from the Carson City Sheriff's Office
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 1:55pm
Today Carson City Sheriff’s K-9 Officer Tarzan met with staff, patients, and their friends and families at Carson Tahoe Regional Hospital, offering festive joy, comfort, and soft cuddles on Halloween. Tonight is trick-or-treat night. We ask all to take superhero actions to promote a safe and fun Halloween.
Human remains found in Dayton determined to be old, not related to crime or investigation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 12:43pm
On Monday, a construction crew was digging a trench in the 200 block of Dayton Valley Road in Dayton, Nev. Workers discovered some bones that appeared to be human and contacted the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office.
Gardnerville Retirement Community Will Be Recognized as 'Business of the Year' at Local Chamber Awards Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 12:38pm
Event Date:
November 2, 2019 - 7:30pm The Chateau at Gardnerville, a Pegasus Senior Living assisted and memory care community, recently received the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce's 'Business of the Year' award.
The Chateau will be recognized as Business of the Year at the Chamber's Community Recognition Awards event at 7:30 p.m. on November 2 at the Carson Valley Inn, along with the other recipients in their respective categories. The event itself begins at 5:30 p.m. with a reception, dinner at 6:30 p.m. and then recognition of the award winners at 7:30 p.m.
What Works: Happy Halloween, What Masks Do You Wear?
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 12:22pm
They say the veil is thinnest between the spirit world and ours on Halloween. But today, I’d like to challenge you to examine another veil, the veil between what your mask communicates and who you are. Yes, today we are talking about authenticity. And for many leaders, this can be a scary topic (boo). But as the leader of yourself, or of a company, you owe it to yourself to ask this question. Am I in alignment with the mask I show to the world?
