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Puppy adoptions, concerts, festivals and more: Events happening in Carson City and Beyond this weekend

Happy Thursday, Carson City! With the temperatures cooling down a bit this week, it's the perfect time to hit up some events! Let's see what the weekend brings:

  • All weekend long

Gardnerville

Dangberg Summer festival kicks off with Chautauquan, author events at Dangberg Historic Park Aug. 4 and 5

A Chautauqua of Lora Josephine Knight and author Clare Frank open August’s events during the 2023 Summer Festival at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.

  • Friday

Carson City

Carson City Symphony 'Strings in the Summer' concert set for Aug. 4

The "Strings in the Summer" concert is set for Friday, Aug. 4. at noon. This is a free concert and the final session of the strings program called "Rhythm and Alternative."

CHS Class of 1983 Reunion takes place Aug. 4

The Class of 1983 would like to welcome any other classes from CHS. Friday night all are invited for food & entertainment. The Tap Shack on Rice Street is the location of shared memories and fun. Food trucks; Nevada Nosh and Apuna will be present.

Lake Tahoe

Classical Tahoe: In the Air

The 2023 Classical Tahoe festival presents four weeks of outdoor orchestra, chamber music, and jazz concerts in stunning settings on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore. Join us at the Pavilion on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe to hear 70 virtuoso musicians from the top orchestras in the country for a festival of concerts and events for music lovers of all ages.

  • Saturday

Carson City:

Carson City Toyota to host puppy adoption event Saturday

he Nevada Humane Society will be on scene at Carson City Toyota Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a gaggle of puppies in tow.

Carson City’s ‘Mazi Squad’ to host Summerfest Aug. 5

Carson City’s Mazi Squad will be hosting an inaugural annual Summerfest Saturday, Aug. 5.

Levitt Amp concert series returns to Carson City's Brewery Arts Center all summer long

Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble is an iconic and innovative zydeco band from the small town of Eunice, Louisiana. Founded by the namesake singer and songwriter, Curley Taylor, their sound is part modern blues, part traditional zydeco and driven by upbeat, party-starting rhythms. Their music draws inspiration from a wide variety of musical styles, ranging from country to R&B. Whether they’re performing at a dance hall in the bayou or rocking festival stages around the world, Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble bring an unmistakable energy that always gets people on their feet. For fans of good music and a good time!
Opening act: Rachael McElhiney & Her Friends

Artist reception for Karen Barrenechea at Carson City's Artsy Fartsy

Join Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery and Karen Barrenechea August 5 in the front yard to view her latest pieces. Each piece is an original oil and signed. Karen will be on hand to talk with the community.

Nashville Social Club Presents Texas Singer-Songwriter Dallas Burrow Live in Carson City on August 5

On August 5th, the Nashville Social Club in Carson City welcomes breakout Texas singer-songwriter Dallas Burrow live in concert.

Carson City Supervisor Maurice 'Mo' White to meet public, hear opinions Saturday, August 5

Every first Saturday please come and share your thoughts with me, Supervisor Maurice "MO" White. I am looking forward to meeting you and hearing your opinions about Carson City. I will be inside the Carson Mall at Bella Vita Bistro on the first Saturday of every month 8am to 10 am. See you there.

Lake Tahoe

Classical Tahoe: Drumroll, Please

The 2023 Classical Tahoe festival presents four weeks of outdoor orchestra, chamber music, and jazz concerts in stunning settings on Lake Tahoe’s North Shore. Join us at the Pavilion on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe to hear 70 virtuoso musicians from the top orchestras in the country for a festival of concerts and events for music lovers of all ages.

  • Sunday

Carson City:

Free back-to-school haircuts for children in need

Salon Emerald and Hideaway Hair Lounge are thrilled to be able to make a difference in the lives of our local children. We want to make sure that every student has self-confidence about their appearance for their upcoming school year. A fresh haircut can go a long way toward accomplishing that. That's why we're providing FREE haircuts for students in need in grades K through 12.

Watercolor art show and CIRCLES fundraiser

Please join us for an Art Show and Auction to raise money for C.I.R.C.L.E.S Initiative on August 6th, 1-4pm, at Adams Hub, 111 W. Proctor Street, Carson City.

Nevada Artists Association presents summer show with reception and awards presentation on Aug. 6

Everyone is invited to the Artists Reception and Awards Presentation for the Nevada Artists Association Summer Show on August 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. The NAA Gallery is located at 449 W. King Street, Carson City.
Come see 121 entries by 49 Northern Nevada artists in all categories, enjoy light refreshments and also vote for People's Choice.

Lake Tahoe

Ron and Maureen Ashley Oasis Chamber Music Series: Telemann: Musique de Table

The music, mountains and lake truly come together at Classical Tahoe’s Chamber Concert Series at the Oasis, held on an exquisite lakefront estate of Ron and Maureen Ashley.

  • Ongoing

Plastic Musings' art exhibition featured at Carson City Courthouse Gallery

Samuel Osheroff, artistically inspired by the chaos and beauty of the manufactured world, brings a variety of media together to express his ideas in his paintings. The Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Plastic Musings", presents Samuel Osheroff’s mixed media compositions at the Carson City Courthouse Gallery from June 1 to Sept. 28, 2023.

Learn Dayton’s best kept historical secrets at the Dayton Museum

Do you want to know the historic town of Dayton’s best kept secrets? Dayton Museum opened for the season on March 4 at the town’s 1865 schoolhouse at 135 Shady Lane. The museum promotes the discovery of the culture, the tools used by the pioneers, their lifestyles and names of many who settled in Dayton 174 years ago.

Levitt Amp concert series returns to Carson City's Brewery Arts Center all summer long

The Levitt Amp Concert Series returns to Carson City beginning June 17 at the Brewery Arts Center under new leadership.

'Seed of the Movement:' Learn about Virginia City's part in Psychedelic Rock History at the BAC through Sept. 17

Head on down to the Brewery Art Center's Exhibition Hall now through Sept. 17 to visit the "Seed of the Movement" art history display.

All things watercolor: Ronnie Rector

Rector’s show, "All Things Watercolor", will be in the Community Center’s Crowell Board Room, from July 10 through October 19, 2023.

Desire: CCAI Exhibit at Western Nevada College's Bristlecone Gallery through Sept. 14

Eunkang Koh said, “My recent work responds to lifestyles and thinking processes that are often ruled by consumerism.” In her "Desire" exhibition for the Capital City Arts Initiative, Koh presents sculptures and prints laced with diversity and humor.

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Carson City Host Lions Club 2024 Kids Fishing Day is a community event held at Baily Pond in Fuji Park. Kids’ Fishing Day will be held on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying a man and woman associated to a vehicle stolen out of Reno last month.

Green Our Planet will host the second annual Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market on Wednesday, May 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fuji Park on The Park Grass in Carson City. The Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market will feature approximately 10 schools throughout the northern part of the Silver State.

Miller Counseling and Wellness Center began partnering with Douglas Center for Hope and Healing to offer grief support groups for adults in Carson City in 2024. There has been an amazing turnout, and the group appears to be filling a much-needed void in services to our community.

Enjoy a movie classic on the big screen Tuesday, April 30 at A to Zen in Carson City. The featured movie is the Academy Award winning "Ordinary People," starring Mary Tyler Moore, Donald Sutherland, Timothy Hutton and Judd Hirsch.

Ready to celebrate Mother’s Day a little early? Join in on the fun at the Mother’s Day Tea Party happening this weekend, May 4th at 4pm! Enjoy delectable teas, an assortment of foods, a wonderful raffle, and games. Tickets are $25 and may be pre-purchased at the Carson City Alano Club. Tickets may also be purchased at the event, though quantities may be limited. Event will be held at 1201 N Saliman Road. So put on your tea hats and join us on May 4th at 4pm.

Hello Northern Nevada Friends! Are you considering homeschooling? Please join us Saturday, May 4 at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church on 395 in Carson City as we gather to be inspired, uplifted, and gain the courage to homeschool. This conference is for anyone interested, whether you are a seasoned homeschooler or a newbie.
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On Saturday, April 20, Carson City Community Gardeners and the UNR Extension Master Gardeners came together to get the Community Garden ready for the growing season. For two hours they removed weeds, spread mulch and prepped their garden beds for the season.

In collaboration with Chartwells, the Carson City School District foodservice partner, Culinary Arts students from Ms. Tammy Borreman’s class at Carson Middle School competed in a “Discovery Kitchen Cook Off.” Similar to a mini version of the Food Network’s Iron Chef, the timed cooking competition featured teams of three students who prepared succulent dishes for a judging panel.

Shoe Tree Brewing, with locations in Carson City and Minden, was recently awarded a Silver Award in the 2024 World Beer Cup, the most prestigious beer competition in the world.

Western Nevada College is presenting traditional commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2024 on May 20 in Carson City and May 23 in Fallon.

One month after Nevada DMV officials said that the long-awaited project to upgrade the agency’s antiquated computer systems was on track and within budget, the agency now says the plan will likely take three more fiscal years and cost $300 million more than originally anticipated.

Carson City Sheriff's Office reports three arrests from Friday until early Monday.

"Look for Something Good," a novel written by Carson City author Robert Drews, is available locally and online.

Proscenium Players Inc. presents Fools by Neil Simon, winner of the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

CARSON CITY — Since the early 1980s, May has held special significance in Nevada as a month dedicated to honoring and celebrating the state's rich history through historic preservation and archaeology.

Carson City Fire Department and multiple agencies will host Tuesday the 2nd annual wildfire education and preparedness workshop for the community Tuesday, April 30.

Carson City is a Bee City USA affiliate, the first in the state of Nevada. Bee Cities are a part of The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. "Bee City USA’s mission is to galvanize communities to sustain pollinators by providing them with healthy habitat, rich in a variety of native plants and free to nearly free of pesticides.”

picture of Hall of Fame inductees.

Six local bowlers were inducted in the third class of the Carson Country Bowling Association Hall of Fame at their annual meeting on Saturday, April 27, at HomeGrown Bowl. Carson Country is the local association of the U.S. Bowling Congress.

Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will hold a "Sheep Talk" this Monday, April 29 from noon to 1 p.m. so residents can learn from Carson City staff about the popular fuel reduction program used annually with the use of "firefighting" sheep.

Two Carson City residents who hiked C-Hill recently returned Sunday morning with a message: The flag that graces the hillside is in need of repair.

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of April 29 through May 5, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Camp GOTR (Girls on the Run) is coming to Carson City for the second year in a row! Camp GOTR will be a week-long, half-day summer camp from 8 AM- 12 PM at the Carson City Community Center the week of August 5th- August 9th.

Girls on the Run Sierras is a character-building program for girls in 3rd through 8th grade operating in the Reno-Tahoe area.

A number of new Junior Park Rangers received their badges as they were sworn in as part of the annual Junior Park Rangers Day in Carson City.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Boardroom of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.

For many students at Carson High, Monica Weaver serves as a counselor who is dedicated to helping students navigate the challenges that could alter one’s four years of high school. But in the spring, Weaver also stands poolside, coaching the Senators swim team.

Meet Ricky and Reba, a sweet bonded pair who are waiting for their forever home. Sometimes bad things happen to good cats. Nobody knows this better than Ricky and Reba. Approximately 3 years old, they were abandoned when their owner moved, leaving them to fend for themselves on the streets of Reno. It wasn’t easy.

The 120 pounds of litter collected during the inaugural Shoreline Sweep Volunteer Cleanup at Sand Harbor State Park will be used in an innovative art installation in the park's visitor center.

Over 80 dedicated volunteers joined forces to comb the park's picturesque shores on Monday, April 22, 2024.