10th anniversary of the Carson City Cultural Commission celebrated at Bliss Mansion
Nearly 50 members of the community gathered to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Carson City Cultural Commission on Friday at Bliss Mansion.
Lunch and entertainment by flamenco guitarist Milton Merlos was provided by the Carson City Arts & Culture Coalition. WNC Latino Cohort student Teresa Fernandez recited a personal essay about having "True Grit" to accomplish goals.
Cynthia Brenneman provided the venue where guests lounged on the wrap around balcony and took in the flowers, fountains, and decor. At the conclusion of the event custom dessert cookies with the Commission's logo were available for the guests as take-away souvenirs.
Current and past commissioners, as well as the Mayor, City Manager's Office, and representatives from local arts organizations instrumental to the commission's development were invited to the celebratory event which honored the service and contributions of commissioners Peter Barton (2008-2015), Karen Abowd (2008- present), and Jeffrey Scott (2008-2013).
Arts & Culture Coordinator Mark Salinas emceed the event.
"We want to celebrate our gratitude for your past service and long-term dedicated conviction in developing what is now an official city department." said Salinas. "Ten years ago arts and culture were critically important to Carson City's future. And it still is today. It's now part of our community DNA."
Established on July 17, 2008, the Cultural Commission serves as the primary advisory body for the Carson City Board of Supervisors for matters relating to arts and culture. The original commission was comprised of Pete Livermore, Peter Barton, Jeffrey Scott, Stephen Lincoln, Karen Abowd, Jennifer Russell and Linda Deacy.
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