all ages

Early intervention matters. It's a theme that has empowered programs like DARE in Carson City schools and is a benchmark for programs run through the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada.

On Wednesday, 400 children of all ages got to meet those adults in the field who maintain public safety. The Spring Safety Fair, a partnership through the Carson City Sheriff’s Office and Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada, was a success on all levels.

The OverDrive Digital Bookmobile National Tour stopped by the Carson City Library Thursday to provide free eBook/audiobook download services.

The fourth annual Downtown Coin Club Show will take place in the ballroom of the famous Carson Nugget Casino, 507 N. Carson St, Carson City, on Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, 2013. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

The Carson City Chamber Board of Directors has launched Dialogue 2013 to gain verbal community input on why people live, work and play in our city. What is the draw that keeps them here? What is the 20/20 vision for 2020 and how will we get there in these uncertain times?

The OverDrive Digital Bookmobile National Tour will showcase the free eBook/audiobook download service offered by the Carson City Library, 900 North Roop Street on Thursday, March 28, from noon to 6 p.m.

Readers of all ages will learn how to download eBooks and audiobooks from the library through interactive demonstrations and high-definition instructional videos. A “gadget gallery” featuring Kindle, iPod touch, Android tablet, NOOK, Sony Reader, Blackberry, Windows Phone, and more will help visitors discover portable devices that are compatible with the library’s download service.

The “Vagina Monologues” will be performed March 30 in The Bob Boldrick Theater at Carson City Community Center in a benefit for Advocates to End Domestic Violence.

Created by author Eve Ensler, “The Vagina Monologues” is an ever-changing stage production that encapsulates real women’s stories of hardship and triumph.

Karen Abowd, Carson City Supervisor Ward 1, was honored Thursday during the 24th annual Human Services Network Awards at The Peppermill in Reno.

Take time to take care of yourself! Learn about your personal stressors. Find techniques to keep them at bay. We'll discuss causes, symptoms and effects of stress, from family stressors to career burnout, and introduce new methods for dealing with them. Homework each week is to try the techniques, then watch as life becomes more manageable and fulfilling.

Dr. Craig Black, DC, is extremely pleased to announce the opening of ‘Inside Out Chiropractic’ on February 15th, 2013, at 214 W. Robinson Street in Carson City.

‘May all sentient beings be free from suffering and the causes of suffering’ is the core foundational belief for both Dr. Blacks’ personal ethos as well as the practice. Towards that end; Inside Out Chiropractic is a donation based practice and we accept all patients regardless of ability to pay!

Youth Theatre Carson City is excited to announce our upcoming production of "Aladdin and His Wonderful, Magical Lamp," a magical adaptation of the classic tale, Friday through Sunday Jan. 11-13 at the Carson City Community Center and Jan. 18 at Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City.

The cast and crew are comprised of over 70 local children ages 5 to 18, who play all the classic characters including Aladdin, his pet monkey Alakazam, The Princess Jasmine and her handmaidens, the evil Jammal and his sister Halima, and not just one…but 3 Genies!

From a good story you will need to find good locations, good actors and know how to film, light and adjust audio. Each of these elements are covered in this class. If you have a story we will refine it first, then go on to scheduling, shooting and editing. For registration go to www.breweryarts.org.

Tuition: $130 ($120 BAC Members)
3 Wednesdays 5pm-7:00pm (+ some daytime dates for shooting/editing as needed. Total 6 classes)

Feb 6-20 (plus 3 TBD dates)
Instructor: Darla Bayer and crew
Location: Media Center

Four classes. Each focusing on a different style of animation, from very early movie magic and stop motion to computer generated 3D. Examples shown then we try each style, hands on. For registration go to www.breweryarts.org.

Tuition: $80 ($70 BAC Members)
Tuesday 5:30pm-7:30pm
Jan 15-Feb 5
Instructor: Darla Bayer
Location: Media Center

One-day workshop using neato stuff's precut and scored Pop Out Card Kits (developed by Darla), rubber stamps and collage. All materials included to make 8 cards. Class time is adequate to make one full size card and one gift card with hand made envelope. For registration go to www.breweryarts.org

Tuition: $40 ($35 BAC/NNFF Members)
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm (bring a snack for midway thru the class)
January 26th
Instructor: Darla Bayer and crew
Location: Media Center Classroom

All ages welcome, no partner necessary. Learn various styles and have fun at the same time.

Tuition: Adults $8 per class, Teens $6.00 per class (Pay teacher at time of class)
Wednesday 7pm-8:30pm
Instructor: Larry Ward
Location: Ballroom

Looking for something to do tonight? Los Angeles-based acoustic guitarist and pianist Kingwhistler will perform at Comma Coffee, beginning at 7 p.m.
"It is a real treat to have this talented singer songwriter from L.A. perform at Comma Coffee," said owner June Joplin. "He rocks his acoustic 'California Country' style on the guitar and piano."

Strings players of all ages joined together to play holiday tunes at Carson Mall:

String players of all ages and levels are invited to join the fifth annual Christmas Carol Playalong on Friday, Dec. 21, 10 a.m., inside the Carson Mall, 1227 S. Carson Street. The event is free and open to the public.

The Christmas Carol Playalong is hosted by Not Quite Ready for Carnegie Hall Players, the Carson City Symphony Association's string ensemble for adult beginning and returning musicians directed by Sue Jesch. It includes violin, viola, cello, bass, and harp players who meet Thursday mornings, September to June.

With several early-season Lake Tahoe snowfalls, including 24 inches in the past two days, and plenty of cold weather days and nights, Sierra-at-Tahoe resort will open its mountain from top to bottom including the West Bowl on Saturday, Dec. 15.

West Bowl offers long cruisers and intermediate to advanced runs, along with unbeatable views of Pyramid Peak and Desolation Wilderness. Beginners to experts now have the opportunity to enjoy over 2,212 feet of vertical terrain, three terrain parks, and lessons for all ages and ability levels.

Come witness the night of Christ’s birth. Feel the true message of Christmas through a Drive-Through, Living Nativity. Lit by 800 luminaria, ten scenes depict The Road to Bethlehem. Walkers enjoy the story from a special walking path. Nearly 200 people of all ages are involved in telling the story, along with donkeys, cows and sheep. In our world of uncertainty, this message of hope and abiding love is our gift to the community. No fees are charged, though canned food is collected for those in need. The Living Nativity will be Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 8 and 9, 6:30-8pm.

Come witness the night of Christ’s birth. Feel the true message of Christmas through a Drive-Through, Living Nativity. Lit by 800 luminaria, ten scenes depict The Road to Bethlehem. Walkers enjoy the story from a special walking path. Nearly 200 people of all ages are involved in telling the story, along with donkeys, cows and sheep. In our world of uncertainty, this message of hope and abiding love is our gift to the community. The Living Nativity will be Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 8 and 9, 6:30-8pm. No fees are charged, though canned food is collected for those in need.

The Gold Dust West Casino has a state of the art bowling center in Carson City that is the best place in town to take the family bowling for a day or night out.

It was a happy, hearty Thanksgiving in Carson City for hundreds of Carson Nugget guests who arrived for the 58th annual free community dinner. Volunteers by the dozens served everyone who walked in the door — from young families to senior citizens and all ages in between.

Strings in the Schools, Carson City Symphony's after-school program, presents its third annual "This is Not a Christmas Concert" on Tuesday, December 4, 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St., Carson City.

About 80 string players, including Carson City public-, private-, and home-schooled students, and students from surrounding areas, will perform several pieces, from classics to folk and fiddle tunes, including Pachelbel's Canon in D, Lackawanna Locomotive, and Japanese Hoedown. Admission is free.

“All Aboard!” for your chance to win four tickets for your family (or friends) on the Polar Express Tuesday, Nov. 20. Enter by 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16.

With around 63 percent of Carson City's 26,000 voters taking care of business prior to today's General Election by showing up to the courthouse for early voting or casting their ballots by mail, voter turnout Tuesday has been a steady and even flow, election officials have observed.

There was an expected rush early when the polls opened, with 1,300 voters making it to the Carson City Community Center before 10 a.m., said Carson City Clerk-Recorder Alan Glover. Otherwise turnout has been as expected: No long waits. No crowding.

A small business fair, entertainment, and family fun for all ages. Come to Bower's Mansion Regional Park and help out our local Washoe Valley small businesses and community. There will be businesses selling their merchandise, bands playing, a kid's area, food, and other activities.

Bring your leftover pumpkins to participate in our pumpkin smashing as well! All compost will be donated to local farms.

The third annual Celebrity Chef Harvest Dinner to benefit The Greenhouse Project will take place November 12 from 5:30 PM - 9 pm at Café at Adele’s in Carson City. The event features a six course pairing of fine wine and food as prepared by Charlie Abowd, Adele's chef and owner, and guest chef Mark Estee of Campo, recently named one of Esquire’s Best New Restaurants in America.

There’s still time to showcase your talents, have some fun, and at the same time, help Carson City area high school graduates pay for college. Western Nevada College's Latino Student Club is seeking performers for a fund-raising event on Friday, Nov. 9, that brings students and the community together for an evening of cultural entertainment. All proceeds from the event support WNC student scholarships.

The Heavenly Ski and Snowboard Foundation at Lake Tahoe has opened registration for the 2012 – 2013 competitive and development ski and snowboard programs. With a variety of options from the One-Day Program to the Full-Time Competitive Program, the Foundation has something for all ages and levels of skiers and riders. Registration packets are available online and at the HSSF building.

This information is in response to several recent letters to the editor that have proposed the consolidation of libraries in Carson City. Our goal is to provide our community a better understanding of the types of libraries in Carson City. It is true there are libraries who serve the public in Carson City, but Carson City Library is the only “public library.” The other libraries are not “public libraries” and here is how they differ: