Announcements
Brush up your resume: Career development events happening Fridays in November
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/26/2023 - 12:32pmMeet with an employment specialist to get help with your resume, job matching, and enhance your career Fridays through November.
KPS3 Hires Brittani Schue as Account Manager
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/26/2023 - 9:35amKPS3, a full-service marketing and communications firm based in Reno, has hired Brittani Schue as account manager.
Carson High debate team earns success at latest competition, 11 advance to elimination rounds
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/25/2023 - 6:12pmCarson High School debate competed in the 2nd season tournament at Spanish Springs last weekend. The tournament included 15 schools and 183 competitors.
Call for Nominations for Carson Water Subconservancy District's 2024 Andy Aldax Award
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/25/2023 - 11:10amThe Carson Water Subconservancy District is now taking nominations for candidates to receive the 2024 Andy Aldax Award as described below:
Carson City Historical Society East Side Tour happening Friday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/24/2023 - 7:44amThe Carson City Historical Society invites locals and visitors to join Bernie Allen and Donna McLaren on Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, at 10 a.m. as Mr. Allen guides you on a free, two-mile, Nevada Day walking tour of the historical east side of Carson City.
Explore Orthodox Christianity
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/24/2023 - 6:29amWhat is identified as “The Orthodox Church” today is the original Christian Church established by Jesus Christ, handed down to His Apostles, and described in the pages of the New Testament. It was one Church until a split separated Orthodox East from Latin West in the eleventh century but the Orthodox Faith and practice has continued unaltered for two thousand years.
Evergreen Gene’s to donate sale proceeds Friday to Carson City Meals on Wheels
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/23/2023 - 10:04pmOn Friday, Oct. 27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., shop at Evergreen Gene’s Nursery & Garden, Gifts & Toys located at 3060 US 50 E. in Carson City. Gene Munnings, owner of Evergreen Gene’s, is generously donating all proceeds from the sales for the entire day to Meals on Wheels, Carson City.
Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space seek volunteers for wood duck box installs
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/23/2023 - 6:17pmCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is partnering with Ducks Unlimited and UNR students to install wood duck boxes along the Carson River corridor.
Nevada Women’s Fund’s 16th annual 'Power of the Purse' returns Nov. 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/23/2023 - 8:25amNevada Women’s Fund is thrilled to present their premier shopping and socializing event, Power of the Purse, on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Downtown Reno Ballroom. Kick off the holiday season with the annual tradition of sipping, shopping and supporting NWF’s mission to empower achievement in women and families.
'Nevada Ditch Day' festival canceled
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/22/2023 - 6:31amThe Nevada Ditch Day originally scheduled for Nevada Day state holiday, Friday, Oct. 27, has been canceled due to lack of signups and ticket sales.
Free Veterans Day Breakfast Nov. 11 at Calvary Chapel in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/22/2023 - 6:00amCalvary Chapel in Carson City will host a free Veterans Day Breakfast on Saturday, Nov. 11 from 8 to 11 a.m. Carson City Sheriff Furlong will be featured the special guest speaker beginning at 8 a.m., with additional guest speakers every hour.
Dayton’s The Misfits Theatre Group presents High Jinks on the Home Front or Who Gets the Gizmo
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/20/2023 - 9:50amDayton’s The Misfits Theater Group presents High Jinks on the Home Front or Who Gets the Gizmo
This is the last weekend to see Dayton's Misfits Theater Group's fall production.
Celebrate National Chicken ‘N Waffles Day on Friday at Nashville Social Club in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/19/2023 - 3:26pmNashville Social Club, Carson City’s hub for servin’ up southern cuisine, crazy cool cocktails and killer live music is celebrating one of the south’s beloved dishes in honor of its special day, National Chicken ‘N Waffles Day. On Friday, Oct. 20, Nashville Social Club will offer patrons a complimentary sample of their NSC Chicken ‘N Waffle in honor of the national day.
Free Community Christmas Concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/19/2023 - 2:23pmFree Community Christmas Concert featuring Justin Gambino & Full Band Friday December 1st. Doors Open at 6:30pm.
Young homicide victim posthumously receives bachelor of science degree in nursing from UNR
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 12:29pmThe Retired Investigators Guild and the University of Nevada, Reno jointly presented a posthumous bachelor of science degree in nursing in Markisha Hibbler’s name to her mother, Tinker Davis, at a dinner hosted on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023 in Reno.
Carson City Juvenile Service’s Parent Education Night to focus on substance use awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 10:30amState of Nevada hiring fair Saturday in Carson City; positions available in public safety
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 8:53amWith multiple state job openings and a need to fill those positions, the state is holding hiring fairs at the Nevada State Library & Archive building in Carson City. The next hiring fair is this Saturday, Oct. 21 and is aimed at those looking for jobs in public safety, law enforcement and the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
Large animal rescue team needs volunteers, orientation Saturday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/18/2023 - 8:52amLeast Resistance Training Concepts, Northern Nevada's large animal rescue team, is in need of additional volunteers. As an all-volunteer organization, LRTC provides urgent assistance to both domestic and wild large animals.
New Carson City Barbell Club gym aims to forge strength in community
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/17/2023 - 4:46pmCarson City Barbell Club, which aims to forage strength in community, is the capital city's first USAW Weightlifting Club. There will be an open house this Thursday, Oct. 19 to go through its programs, tour the gym and answer any questions.
2nd annual Nevada Day Cornhole Tourney returns to Carson Mall
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/17/2023 - 1:08pmThe second annual Nevada Day Day Cornhole Tourney will be featured at Carson Mall in Carson City on parade day, Saturday, Oct 28, in the front west parking lot.
Fall festival happening Oct. 31 at Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/17/2023 - 11:15amAn event for the entire family to celebrate fall and the last day of October will be held at Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton with the third annual fall festival on Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 pm.
Nevada Builders Foundation hosts Nevada Day breakfast buffet with Metcalf Builders
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/17/2023 - 8:45amThe Nevada Builders Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Nevada Builders Alliance, is hosting its annual Nevada Day breakfast buffet with support from Metcalf. Dubbed ‘Nevada Day the Metcalf Way,’ the breakfast will be held at Red’s Old 395 Grill in Carson City on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Carson City schools compete in Trick or Treat Food Drive to help families in need
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/16/2023 - 1:20pmThe Trick or Treat Food Drive has returned and at least nine schools in the Carson City are participating to compete and to collect the most non-perishable food items to win the 'Phil the FISH' trophy and a pizza party.
Nevada Day 2023 souvenir cups available now
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/16/2023 - 11:08amNevada Day, Inc., in partnership with greenUP!, announces the reusable, stainless steel cups are available for purchase prior to The Nevada Day celebration.
'Secret to Happiness' is focus of Carson City Rotary Club meeting Tuesday, public invited
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/16/2023 - 9:14amIs there a secret to happiness? Members of the Rotary Club of Carson City will find out at the next club meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom. The public is invited to attend.
Sheriff Ken Furlong to speak Wednesday at the Ormsby Republican Women's Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/16/2023 - 6:40amCarson City's Pet Station to host Grand Opening Celebration Oct. 27
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/14/2023 - 6:00pmPet Station's newest location in Carson City is holding a Spooktacular Grand Opening Extravaganza!
Interview skills and preparation workshop for job seekers happening Oct. 25 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/14/2023 - 2:00pmThe Carson City EmployNV Career Hub is hosting a Mock Interview Workshop on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at 1929 North Carson St., Carson City. Keep calm and pumpkin on! Join our workshop so you don’t turn pale as a ghost during your next interview.
American Protection Group Virtual Hiring Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/13/2023 - 10:22amAmerican Protection Group is hiring Unarmed and Armed Security Officers. Full-time and part-time positions are available with wages ranging from $17.00-$21.50 a hour, plus benefits. No guard card is needed, as APG will help you obtain one! Interview virtually with American Protection Group on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023 from 11:00am to 1:00pm through Brazen at bit.ly/APGVirtual-Oct19.
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Manufacturing Month Career Fair
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/13/2023 - 9:33amIn celebration of Manufacturing Month, EmployNV Business Hub is hosting a Manufacturing Month Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Reno Town Mall, 4001 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV. This event is open to the public. Job seekers are encouraged to bring plenty of résumés and be prepared for on-the-spot interviews.