Lifestyle
Get Healthy: Will give flu shots for food
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 4:00amThis column appears in the - Wednesday health pages. It addresses topics related to health of our community.This year, Carson City Health and Human Services is a participant in the "It's Chili Outs...
Swimming may be healthier in warm water* Dr. Komaroff
Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 4:00amDEAR DOCTOR K: I'm an 80-year-old man who spends summers on the coast of Maine. I love to swim in the ocean for 20 or 30 minutes each day. The water is cold (55 degrees F), but it doesn't bother me...
John Bullis: Weigh other options for long-term care
Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 4:00amThe Obama health care plan was passed into law about 18 months ago. One of the key provisions was for long-term-care insurance, known as Community Living Assistance Services and Supports, or CLASS....
Fitness on the Wire: Footstrike
Submitted by Jerry Vance on Sun, 10/16/2011 - 3:18pm
CARSON CITY, Nev. — What part of your foot strikes the floor first in your sport, the toe or the heel? Are you a basketball player, a dancer, or a jogger? Do you train with a bicycle, the stairmaster or a rowing machine? Do you run on cement, uneven dirt or on the side of a hill? This isn't about your ankles; it’s about your feet.
Sandie's psychic stones at the pink house in Genoa
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/15/2011 - 8:44am
Event Date:
October 23, 2011 (All day) "Sandie's Psychic Stones" Intuitive Readings are part of the Sunday Tour at the Pink House, in conjunction with the "Haunted Genoa Ghost Walk" presented by the Carson Valley Museum in Gardnerville.
For Information on Sandie's Psychic Readings, please visit my website at:
www.sandiespsychicstones.com
For further information about the Halloween Weekend Tours, contact the Museum at:782-2555
Movie Review: 'The Thing' doesn't live up to past version
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/15/2011 - 7:20am
The movie "The Thing," currently playing at the Fandango Galaxy multiplex in Carson City, is labeled by its creators as "prequel" to the 1982 film that is rated as a classic sci-fi horror film. Too bad this prequel doesn't have the hard-edged script and at least some science to back up some of the more dubious scenes. (Two other versions of the same story have been made and forgotten.)
Finding vintage in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 1:37pm
With Carson City rich with Nevada history, vintage is found everywhere — in museums, homes on the west side and in buildings that line downtown. Vintage can also be found among many of the capital city’s antique stores. Check out this latest blog from the Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Another lunchtime distraction
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 12:00pmTime-lapse Burning Man:
Pau-Wa-Lu presents 'Shootout at Sadie's Saloon'
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 4:00amThe Pau-Wa-Lu Players present, "Shootout at Sadie's Saloon," an old-fashioned melodrama with booing and hissing, popcorn throwing, cheering for the good guys and even a gunfight. It seems everybody...
Don't let Halloween creep you out this year!
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 4:00amHalloween activities shouldn't be a scary adventure for you or your children. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics: "Wait until children are home to sort and check treats. Though tamper...
Relationships take center stage 'On Golden Pond'
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 5:00amDave Anderson doesn't think about the shoes he has to fill in portraying leading man Norman Thayer, who struggles with his relationship with his family and coming to terms with getting older. As...
Carson City Symphony Concert takes 'American Journey'
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 4:00amThe Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, will open its 28th season on att 4 p.m. Sunday with a concert, "American Journey," at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater, 851...
Dan Hicks & The Hot Licks return to the Comstock
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 4:00amDan Hicks and the Hot Licks will play Pipers Opera House in Virginia City on Saturday, Oct. 22 to benefit preservation of the Virginia City National Historic. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the perf...
Out & About: Drive One 4UR school is back at Carson High Oct. 22
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 4:00amThanks to Carson City Capital Ford and the Ford Motor Company, you can help raise money for Carson High School athletics. It is a great fundraiser, and for those looking for a great car it's a win-...
Movie Review: Lotta iron in 'Real Steel'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 12:20pm
The film "Real Steel" now playing at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City is an action film starring Hugh Jackman as a down-and-out boxer past his prime as robots took over the boxing world.
In this case it's an attempt by films to muscle into the video game profits. Not that the movie is bad, that is, if the sight of giant robots flaying away at each other doesn't turn you off. It's actually technology not gone amok but just crass.
Spicy meatball spaghetti dinner brings family to the table
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 4:00amSPICY MEATBALLS ANDSIMPLE SUNDAY RED SAUCEFor the sauce:2 tablespoons olive oil1 large onion, diced3 cloves garlic, diced1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano (or 1 1⁄2 teaspoons dried) Pinch gr...
A can of beer does a chicken dinner good
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 4:00amFall has arrived and what better time than cooler weather to prepare a meal that uses the oven, creating a warm, cozy feeling in and filling your home with wonderful aroma.Butt Kicking Beer Can ...
Get Healthy: Hand washing keeps germs from spreading
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 4:00amThis column addresses topics related to the health of ourcommunity.It's cold and flu season again, and no one wants to come down with either of these common winter ailments. Did you know that handw...
Movie Review: 'Ides of March' a fine Clooney-Gosling political film
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/10/2011 - 8:00am
"The Ides of March," currently showing at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City, is a welcome change from the summer fare of bare-chested shoot 'em ups. It's a serious film about American politics with a fine cast headed by Ryan Gosling as Stephen Myers, a sleazy press secretary to George Clooney's Mike Morris, seeking the Democratic nomination for president at a hotly contested Ohio vote.
Clooney is almost just a supporting actor but even in his shorter screen time manages to impress. He also directs, produces and co-writes the script, which is tight and intelligent.
Nevada Day Treasure Hunt Clue No. 5
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 4:01amIn Illinois I debatedKansas and Nebraska I authorizedIn Nevada I'm commemoratedAnd Missouri was not compromised.--Nevada Day Treasure Hunt Clue No. 5October, 6 2011 10:31 pm MST...
Another lunchtime distraction
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/06/2011 - 11:59amNever-aired Apple "Think Different" ad, still relevant today:
Autumn Jazz with MHJB
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/06/2011 - 4:01amMile High Jazz Band presents Autumn Jazz, a program of big-band music with vocalist Sheryl Adams, on 8-10 p.m. Oct. 11 at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson St.General admission is $5 at the door; free fo...
Latin and Afro-jazz at Plan:b
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/06/2011 - 4:01amNiall McGuinness and his New World Jazz Project will heat up Plan:b Micro-Lounge Saturday. Doors open at 8 p.m. for this all-ages concert.The Jazz Project offers its nouveau sound mixing soul, L...
Minden fall concert features cello soloist Evan Stern
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/06/2011 - 4:01amAs part of Carson Valley Pops Orchestra's fall concert, celloist Evan Stern will perform a solo piece titled "Kolnidrei," by Max Bruch. The fall concert is 7 p.m. Saturday in the CVIC Hall, Mind...
'Crooners on the Comstock' takes journey to Rat Pack era
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/06/2011 - 4:01amThe Comstock will step back to the period from the mid-1940s to the mid '60s from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday. Richie Ballerini and Max Amillion team up to present "Crooners on the Comstock," a show that ...
Get Healthy Carson City: Health department and animal services reach out to community
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 4:01amThis column addresses topics related to the health of our community.The staff of Carson City Health and Human Services and Carson City Animal Services is excited - and very busy - this time of year...
Caregiver Matters: Getting over the fear of joining support groups
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 4:01amThere can be so many benefits and advantages to joining a local support group. In the past year, the Caregivers Support Group of St. Peter's Episcopal Church has hosted as many as 15 different reso...
Say 'yes' to chocolate with dinner
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 4:01amI was recently approached about writing this column at the farmers market where we had a vendor booth selling and marketing my newest venture, which is a wine and chocolate bar named Coco Dolce....
Seeliger Pumpkin Patch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/04/2011 - 6:36pm
Event Date:
Repeats every day until Sun Oct 09 2011 .
October 8, 2011 (All day) The 19th Annual Al Seeliger Pumpkin Patch will be held this Saturday October 8th, from 9-3 at the school located at 2800 E Salimon Rd. This year’s event will include the usual carnival type games and prizes, bounce houses, face painting and craft booths along with food and of course a pumpkin patch where you can pick out your pumpkins. New to the event this year will be tethered hot air balloon rides; being proved by Remax, Steven Lincolns office. Balloon Rides will start at 8 am.
DR. K: Do reading glasses make eyesight worse?
Submitted by admin on Tue, 10/04/2011 - 4:01amDEAR DOCTOR K: I am starting to have trouble with my vision, especially when I'm reading. I just can't seem to focus on the words as well as I once did. But I've heard that wearing glasses to help ...
