Announcements
Streamlined rural Nevada foster parent virtual training begins Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2024 - 12:27pmNevadans interested in training to become foster parents in rural Nevada have an opportunity to join a free four-session virtual training beginning Tuesday, March 19.
Registration open for Kids & Horses 11th annual golf tournament
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/17/2024 - 1:10pmJoin Kids and Horses for its 11th annual golf tournament at the beautiful Incline Village Championship Golf Course on June 9. Dinner, contests, prizes and more.
Thrive Market Virtual Hiring Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/15/2024 - 5:43pmIt’s your time to THRIVE! Interview with Thrive Market, a company with a mission to make the world's highest quality natural and organic products available for every American family. Wages are $20.00-$21.00 /hour for their open warehouse positions. Interview virtually on Thursday, March 28, 2024, from 9am-11:30am at https://bit.ly/ThriveMarket-Mar28
View all available employment opportunities at https://tinyurl.com/ycmftddc
Women's drum circle this Saturday and again March 30 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/14/2024 - 11:10amWomen's Drum Circles for all levels, or no experience, of drumming begins this Saturday at Dark Willow Emporium in Carson City. With fun, creativity and supportive community the HealthRhythms protocol offers evidence-based improvement in well-being and empowerment.
Kids & Horses talks about their Connected Horse (R) workshops at Carson City Senior Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 5:11pmCome join Cat O'Brien and Debbie Ballew from Kids & Horses on March 26 at 12:30 p.m. in the Joshua Tree Room at the Carson City Senior Center to learn about Connected Horse (R) workshops.
Resume & Job Search Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/13/2024 - 10:17amJoin us for an empowering Resume & Job Search Workshop! Gain valuable insights, polish your resume, and master the art of job hunting. Let's unlock your potential and land that dream job together.
2024 seminars at Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 3:32pmA number of gardening seminars are planned through 2024 at Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City. Seminar cost is $5 per person. See Greenhouse Garden Center in the link here for information. The gardening center is located at 2450 South Curry Street. Here's what's on tap:
Mock Interview Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/12/2024 - 8:07amAttend our Mock Interview workshop to learn how to prepare for an interview, effectively present yourself to an employer, and achieve your career goal!
Join us Saturday at the March meeting of the Carson City Linux Users Group
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 8:27pmCurious about Linux? Long time user? Join us for the March meeting of the Carson City Linux Users Group. We meet on the third Saturday of each month, and have great information and discussions of interest to any level of experience with Linux.
Streamlined rural foster parent virtual training starting soon; registration open for four-session training
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 3:57pmCARSON CITY — Nevadans interested in training to become foster parents in rural Nevada have an opportunity to join a free four-session virtual training beginning March 19.
Pet Station Carson City to host pet adoption event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 3:20pmPet Station in Carson City is partnering with Pet Network Lake Tahoe for a dog and cat adoption event Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This will be the Carson City location's first adoption event, and we hope to make it a huge success!
Carson City Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit to hold golf tournament fundraiser
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/11/2024 - 7:55amCarson City Sheriff’s Office K9 unit will hold its first golf tournament May 4, 2024 at the Silver Oak Golf Course here in the capital city.
Carson City candidacy filings for public office continue to March 15
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/09/2024 - 12:01pmThe spirit of democracy is alive and thriving in Carson City as candidacy filing for various elected positions opens its doors now through March 15. The community is urged to embrace this opportunity to engage in the democratic process, shaping the future of our beloved city.
United States Postal Service Hiring Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 3:34pmUnited States Postal Service is hiring full time and part time postal carriers for positions in Reno, Sparks, and surrounding areas! Earn $19.33-$20.38 hourly plus health benefits from day one, fast track career path options, and day and night shift availability. Interview at the upcoming hiring event on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 from 10am-2pm at the EmployNV Business Hub, 4001 S. Virginia St. Suite 11, Reno, NV. Walk-ins are welcome!
Free community health discussion
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 1:58pmBusiness and industry career fair happening April 4 in Carson City, statewide
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 12:32pmOn Thursday, April, 4, 2024 the State of Nevada Business & Industry Career Fair is happening statewide from 10:00am to 2:00pm! Job seekers will be able to meet with representatives from various divisions and learn about the hundreds of employment opportunities available within the department of Business & Industry. Wages start at $22 hourly.
Carson City Historical Society presents talk on mountain men historic reenactments
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/08/2024 - 8:30amCarson City Historical Society announces a talk by Ben Merrell and Stan Cleaves, members of the Eagle Valley Muzzleloaders, an organization in Carson City that conducts historic reenactments of the Mountain Men's struggle for survival during the late 1800s.
Two Reno men to be recognized with the National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/06/2024 - 12:39pmDavid Bobzien Jr., and James Ferrigan III, both of Reno, have been selected to receive the National Outstanding Eagle Scout Award. The NESA Outstanding Eagle Scout Award is a distinguished service award of the Boy Scouts of America. It is awarded to an Eagle Scout by the National Eagle Scout Association for distinguished service to their profession and community upon the recommendation of his local Boy Scout Council.
Battle Born Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution to meet March 20 In Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 9:48pmThe Battle Born Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution is a women's volunteer service organization, promoting Patriotism, Education, and Historic Preservation.
Men's healing circle The Rising Suns meets every other Tuesday at Carson City's Miller Wellness Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 4:53pmThe Rising Suns is a Carson City area men’s circle. We gather weekly to share our life stories, challenges, dramas, and traumas in a supportive and judgment-free space. This is authentic men’s work in which we learn to accept ourselves fully.
Daughters of Norway meetings held every third Saturday at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 12:15pmDaughters of Norway, Queen Maud Lodge #42 meets once a month, 3rd Saturdays, 10am at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church, 3680 US Hwy 395, Carson City, Nev.
Resume workshop happening March 19 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2024 - 11:07amThis EmployNV Resume Workshop will teach you how to prepare a professional resume that reflects your skills, knowledge, and education that are relevant to the jobs you are seeking! Attend this workshop on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, from 10am-11am at the EmployNV Career Hub, 1929 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV. Walk-ins are welcome! For more information, call 775-684-0400.
Students from Carson City, Lyon, Storey and Washoe counties among 'Poetry Out Loud' finalists to compete Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 3:11pmSix students from across Nevada will take the stage at the Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts on March 9 to compete in the 19th Annual Poetry Out Loud Nevada State Finals, a national arts education program and competition supported by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation.
Transparency in Politics Founder, CEO featured speaker at Tuesday's Carson City Rotary meeting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 11:47amTransparency in Politics Founder and CEO Jody Baden will be the featured speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. The non-partisan organization offers elected officials and candidates the opportunity to run a background check on themselves and make it public.
Carson City Meals on Wheels launches month-long 'March for Meals' campaign
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 03/02/2024 - 12:12pmMeals on Wheels Carson City, operated by the Carson City Senior Center, is launching a month-long March for Meals fundraising campaign for Meal on Wheels. The timing of the March campaign is symbolic as it commemorates the historic day in March of 1972 when President Nixon signed into law a measure that amended the Older Americans Act of 1965 to include a national nutrition program for seniors 60 years and older.
Paint and Dip With Shannon Koyama (Lady Bug)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/01/2024 - 10:33amSalary Negotiation Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 11:10amDiscover the secrets to understanding your job's value in the local economy, landing the perfect salary, and showcasing your worth to employers. Don't settle for less in today's job market!
Skills and Accomplishments Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 10:56amJoin us for an insightful workshop to address job seekers' challenges in identifying and presenting their best skills to prospective employers. In this session, you'll learn how to define and recognize your core skills and, more importantly, leverage them as impressive accomplishment statements on your résumé and during job interviews.
Finding Hidden Jobs Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 10:41amUnlock Your Career Potential! Don't miss our exclusive workshop on Finding Hidden Jobs where you'll learn the proven strategies to tap into the hidden job market where the best opportunities await!
Resume & Job Search Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/29/2024 - 9:22amOur Resume & Job Search Workshop covers everything from resume writing to interview techniques. Don’t miss out!