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Senator Square: Carson High School recognizes its support staff, says goodbye to retirees
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 6:10amCarson High School is pleased to announce individuals who have excelled in their positions as Educational Support Professionals and have been recognized for their works of merit by their peers and coworkers. The ESP employees from CHS are those individuals who enable teachers to focus on the teaching of their students, and every teacher knows that without them, a school could not hope to function.
Carson High Plans for Students to Retrieve Personal Items June 4
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 1:50pmCarson High School is pleased to announce underclassmen (grades 9, 10 and 11) may come to the school and return educational materials (belonging to the school) and retrieve personal items Thursday, June 4.
Column: The Story of Taps
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/25/2020 - 10:42amThe first time I had ever heard "Taps" played in person, I was visiting Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA, just outside of Washington, D.C. A Navy funeral was concluding and bugler "Taps" signaled the sailor's final farewell.
Prisoners in Carson City, Lovelock produce gowns, masks to protect Nevadans during pandemic
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/07/2020 - 1:45pmSilver State Industries, the industrial arm of the Nevada Department of Corrections, has launched a manufacturing program to produce medical gowns and masks to help protect Nevadans during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Capital City Brewfest organizers reschedule popular downtown beer festival for late summer
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 10:57amThe Capital City Brewfest is moving to late August this year due to Covid-19 concerns. Originally scheduled for June 20, the annual event will now take place on August 29 in Downtown Carson City.
Senator Square: Love letter to Carson High School students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/26/2020 - 7:50amEditor’s Note: This week's guest writer is Bridget Gordon-Johnson. She is a counselor at Carson High School. This is her report.
Staying connected to students, virtually, is the biggest challenge every educator is facing right now. Teachers, paraprofessionals, school counselors, administrators, school secretaries, custodians, and everyone for that matter is missing the energy and life students bring to our worlds.
Mile High Jazz Band's Tuesday night show canceled due to COVID-19 concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/14/2020 - 8:45amMile High Band and vocalist Jakki Ford have cancelled their performance originally scheduled for April 14 at Living the Good Life Bistro, which is closed except for takeout and delivery following the COVID-19 directives. Their next performance there, planned for May 12, may also be postponed or cancelled.
Final day in series: Artists, northern Nevada management agency band together for 'Staycation' online music festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/12/2020 - 10:15am“It’s hard to believe that there could actually be a silver lining with everything that is happening around us but there is ... for me at least. The camaraderie happening between all of us on our roster has been productive and uplifting!” – Linda McRae, Singer-songwriter
Evangeline Elston is an artist manager and booking professional who works with a small roster of eight touring Americana, roots, folks, country and jazz musicians and songwriters living all over the country, Nashville, Baltimore, Austin, Los Angeles, northern California and Lake Tahoe.
Well Being offering online fitness classes
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/06/2020 - 5:23pmWell Being has closed its doors to walk-in traffic like many small business in the state. But we have continued to offer services on-line for our members and area residents. We are running classes every weekday (see schedule below) online that you can join via the very easy to use app called “ZOOM”.
Indy Explains: Why health officials now say you should wear a mask when you leave home
Submitted by admin on Sun, 04/05/2020 - 4:05pmThe question of whether the general public should wear masks when heading outside has lingered for weeks as health officials across the country have scrambled to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus — a pandemic that worsened through the month of March and with no end yet in sight.
Senator Square: Carson High School announces its Educator of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/05/2020 - 7:14amIf you know Shanell Cavener, then you are tremendously lucky. If you work with her, or she taught you, then the luck is multiplied tenfold (hopefully this is the right math to use, Shanell?).
Shanell Cavener is this year’s Carson High School Teacher of the Year, and she could not be more deserving of the honor. Shanell is quiet, often working behind the scenes in ways people would not even realize in order to benefit the lives of all who enter CHS.
Brewery Arts Center 'Quarantine Concert Series' begins St. Patrick’s Day with Wicked Tinkers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 10:50amIn light of our new normal of social distancing and self-quarantine in an effort to reduce the risk of spreading C19, the Brewery Arts Center and National Grassroots Concert Series have teamed up to brighten your St. Patrick’s Day and re-stream the outrageously fun concert that took place at Levitt AMP Carson City on The Change Companies Stage last August by The Wicked Tinkers.
Events around Carson City for Monday, March 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 8:27amHeading into the first of the work week, there's some uncertainty due to concerns over the coronavirus. Some activities will go on as scheduled while others may be canceled. We're advising you check with event organizers ahead of time before you plan on attending.
Music, comedy, UFO talk and more highlight weekend activities around the Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 03/12/2020 - 9:30pmHeading into the weekend, activities abound around the Carson City region over the next three days. We should note you'll want to check ahead of time in case of cancellations.
Live Music with Hired Gunnz 2.0 at Red Dog Saloon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 10:51amYou won't want to miss this trio of musician's rockin Virginia City this Friday night at the historic Red Dog Saloon. A 19th-century tavern known for it's live music, Chicago–style pizza, cocktails & coffee.
Hired Gunnz 2.0 Band featuring Rod Morse on Bass, Ev Musselman on guitar, and Russ Hohenberger on drums will prove to be a night you won't forget. Save the Date.
Red Dog Saloon
76 N C Street, Virginia City, NV
(775) 847-7474
80's Weekend with New Wave Crave live at Carson Valley Inn
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/10/2020 - 9:25amNew Wave Crave is the high-energy 80's tribute band that's more 80's than 1980! Bring the generations together to sweat the dance floor with popular songs by Madonna, The B-52's, Cindy Lauper, The Cure + plenty more! Free events. Ages 21+. Go here to watch a video of the band.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, March 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 6:33pmHeading into Tuesday, sunny skies and more springlike weather are ahead before active weather patterns start up again later in the week. Activities lined up around the capital city include morning and evening walks hosted by Muscle Powered. You can join true crime, paranormal writer Janice Oberding at Nevada State Library and Archives for a brown bag luncheon. There's a meeting of the Carson Fly Fishing Club at the sheriff's office, a paint and sip night at Living the Good Life and you can join Mile High Jazz Band at Comma Coffee for a 'Fate & Fortune' evening of music and poetry. Read on for details.
Bob Dylan and His Band plays Lake Tahoe on June 12
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 12:22pmEvents and Happenings for Saturday, March 7 in Carson City and Beyond
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 2:12amHappy Saturday Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events through this weekend, so check below to take your pick!
Carson City homeless benefit with Tom Petty, Rod Stewart tribute bands, WNC fundraising dinner, wine walk, 'Frozen 2' screening at Carson Mall highlight weekend events
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 03/05/2020 - 8:40pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. The monthly Downtown Carson City Wine Walk takes place Saturday followed by a performance from Tom Petty and Rod Stewart tribute bands during The Do Drop In’s “A Face in the Crowd” homeless fundraiser at Fuji Park. St. Teresa School will host its 17th annual Crab Feed Fundraiser. Combined with comedy at the Carson Nugget and Brewery Arts Center, the Carson City region is in store for a busy weekend. Read on for more information.
Tom Petty, Rod Stewart tribute shows to headline homeless fundraiser at Carson's Fuji Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/04/2020 - 12:14pmThe Michael Furlong Band will rock the Fuji Park Exhibition Hall in Carson City at "A Face in the Crowd," a Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers tribute show this Saturday night, March 7. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the band will keep Tom Petty fans on the dance floor until the show wraps up at 10 p.m.
Mile High Jazz Band presents 'Fate & Fortune' music, poetry March 10 at Carson City's Comma Coffee
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/04/2020 - 7:26amThe Mile High Jazz Band with vocalist Jakki Ford will be joined by several poets and readers on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., for an evening of big-band music and poetry on the theme "Fate & Fortune."
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, March 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 7:42pmThe thaw continues around the capital city as we head into Tuesday with highs expected in the mid-50s. Events lined up feature morning and evening walks hosted by Muscle Powered, Carson City TRIAD will give a presentation at the senior center on scams targeting older adults. Also on tap, the Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents a Jimmy Stewart favorite "You Can't Take it With You" at the BAC; if you love music, there's Big-Band Jazz X2 at the Carson City Community Center, and you can join Carson Now as it celebrates its 10th anniversary at Living the Good Life.
More country for Tahoe: Rascal Flatts hits Harveys July 11
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 2:57pmIt will be the last round for country music’s Rascal Flatts and the band will celebrate its 20th anniversary and farewell tour on Saturday, July 11, at Harveys Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena.
Carson City mixologist works her craft to create a 'happy place' at Glen Eagles
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 11:56amArt has many facets and can be found almost anywhere and within anyone. To me, there’s nothing more fascinating and entertaining than watching professionals execute their craft, totally absorbed and unaware of those watching them.
It's Your City: Concert for center that helps Carson City homeless to feature Tom Petty tribute with Michael Furlong Band
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 11:42amIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with DeeDee Foremaster, director of Do Drop In, a local center in Carson City that provides services for the homeless.
The two discuss its "A Face in the Crowd" fundraiser that will be happening this Saturday, March 7, a Fuji Park featuring the music of Tom Petty presented by nationally renowned tribute music sensation The Michael Furlong Band.
Carson City area Sunday weather update: Snow through this morning
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 7:33amA Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 10 a.m. Sunday for the Carson City area and valley floors and noon for Lake Tahoe and surroundings areas in the Sierra, according to the National Weather Service. With the return of snow, many chain restrictions are in place Sunday morning across the Sierra and western Nevada.
Senator Square: Carson High School senior to raise support for Nevada Humane Society
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 6:46amHello to everyone in Carson City. My name is Destiny Hernandez, and I am a senior at Carson High School. Just like all of the other seniors here at the school, I am working on my Senior Project, a graduation requirement, in order to benefit not only myself but also those animals in the community who need a home.
South Carson Street groundbreaking ceremony, International Film Festival, live music and more this weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 5:41pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the South Carson Complete Streets Project groundbreaking ceremony, the International Film Festival held Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie weekend with door-to-door cookie sales. Combined with plenty of live music, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.
Carson City area weather: Wind, cold and chance of snow to welcome March
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 5:28pmAfter a month of abundant sunshine and above averages temperatures that made February seem like April, the first day of March may bring a return to colder weather and the possibility of snow in the Sierra and even down to Carson City and the valley floors late Saturday into Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.