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Capital City Community hosts 'In A Holiday Spirit' concert Dec. 8 at Carson City Community Center

Event Date: 
December 8, 2019 - 3:00pm

The Capital City Community will, once again, welcome the holidays with a free concert in the Boldrick Theater in the Carson City Community Center on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m.

25th Annual Carson High School Craft Fair kicks off holiday shopping in Carson City

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Carson City residents showed up in masses to start their holiday shopping. Carson High School (CHS) played host to over a hundred crafters, artisans, candy makers, knitters and even more happy shoppers at this weekend’s 25th Annual Holiday Craft Fair.

War of the Worlds, Charity Fundraisers, Craft Fairs and more: Events in Carson City for Sat. Nov 23

Happy Saturday, Carson City! Are you feeling in the holiday spirit yet? Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and soon after it will be the season of jingle bells, red fur hats, ugly sweaters and snow!

Holiday craft fair, interactive play, chili bingo, standup comedy and more: Carson City area ready for action-packed weekend

Heading into the weekend before Thanksgiving, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 25th annual Carson High School Holiday Craft Fair, a “War of the Worlds” play at the Brewery Arts Center, a Chili Bingo Night fundraiser to benefit the Carson Middle School Band, laughs at the Carson Nugget and much more.

A Carson City Tradition: 25th CHS Holiday Craft Fair celebrated this Friday and Saturday

This Friday and Saturday is a milestone in Carson City as Carson High School will celebrate its 25th annual Holiday Craft Fair.

Family time Friday, fabulous prizes: Chili Bingo Night to benefit Carson Middle School Band

Event Date: 
November 22, 2019 - 5:00pm

Delicious, zesty chili served with Bingo games and a raffle with fantastic prizes will guarantee a great family Friday night at Carson Middle School in Carson City.

Carson Middle School Band program's annual Chili Bingo Night happens this Friday, Nov. 22, in the school's gym, 1140 West King Street.

Carson City Weather Update: Valley rain, Sierra snow later Tuesday into Wednesday

Sure, rain and snow conditions ahead are normal by Northern Nevada and Lake Tahoe area weather standards, but after several weeks of zero precipitation, bone-dry conditions and abundant sunshine, even the cynics will say any change is noteworthy.

Obituary: William 'Bill' Clarence Thornton, 1934-2019

William "Bill" Clarence Thornton, father, attorney, pilot, part-time cowboy, corny joke-teller, and mentor to many, had his final flight on Tuesday, November 5th, 2019 after gracefully charting his course with Parkinson's Disease for over twenty years. Bill died peacefully at home in hospice care surrounded by loved ones.

Senator Square: Carson and Douglas teachers defeat officers in basketball game fundraiser

Carson High and Douglas High teaming up together is right up there with the appearing of Halley’s Comet. Officially designated 1P/Halley, this is a short-period comet visible from Earth every 75–76 year and is the only known short-period comet that is visible to the naked eye from Earth and the only naked-eye comet that might appear twice in a human lifetime.

Cinammon Davies and Renee McGinnes Re-Elected to NCET Board

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Cinammon Davies and Renee McGinnes have been re-elected to the board of directors of NCET this fiscal year. A member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people across northern Nevada explore businesses and technology.

Nevada Day Parade Awards Announced and, no surprise, Cecil the Serpent takes best overall

One of the many challenges the Nevada Day Committee faces is judging the parade entries, as far as who is the best in which group or category, along with Overall, President, Parade Director, and People’s Choice Awards.

The reason for the difficulty is simple: every parade entry brings their own unique style of artistic expression when it comes to portraying whatever they are truly passionate about, and therefore how do you judge one over the other?

Keith Alan Barnett at A to Zen

Event Date: 
December 7, 2019 - 7:00pm

Keith Alan Barnett's 2nd annual Birthday Concert at A to Zen will be held Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. Keith had such a great time last year, he's decided to make it an annual thing. This year, he has invited his band mates from MiXed Company and Lonesome Polecat Band to join him.

This is going to be a ROCKIN' Night! You don't want to miss it. #KeithAlanBarnett

Only $5 at the door. Food, beer & wine will be available to purchase.

BAC's Carson City Celtic Music Series features Cooking with Turf this Saturday

Event Date: 
November 16, 2019 - 7:00pm

Traditional Irish and Scottish musicians Cooking with Turf will return to Carson City this Saturday for the Brewery Arts Center's Celtic Music Series, which is celebrating its sixth season.

Carson High Holiday Craft Fair to celebrate 25th year

Event Date: 
November 22, 2019 - 5:00pm

Join us for another unique shopping experience while assisting Carson High School staff and students. The 25th annual Carson High Holiday Craft Fair will be held Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23.

Senator Square: Carson High School athletes excel across the board

Everyone in Carson City is invited, always invited, to come on out and support the CHS athletic teams and programs, especially when so many of these individuals and teams have been so successful. A great many athletic events are happening this week and beyond with regional competitions in soccer, and state competitions in tennis and cross country.

Mile High Jazz Band with Jakki Ford to perform Tuesday in Carson City

Enjoy an evening of big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with vocalist Jakki Ford on Tuesday, November 12, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Living the Good Life Bistro, 1480 N. Carson Street in Carson City. Admission is free and donations are welcome. Dinner and late night menus are available.

Fall Of The Wall Party with New Wave Crave at Max Casino - FREE(dom)!

Event Date: 
November 9, 2019 - 8:00pm

It's been 30 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 where the party went on for months and years after.

Join New Wave Crave as they perform your fave 80's hits live including The B-52's! Madonna! Cindy Lauper! The Cure and onward!

Something tells us the German beer will flow like freedom! Free event. Ages 21+

Ceremonies, holiday craft fairs and more: Carson City region set for Veterans Day weekend

Heading into the Veterans Day weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next four days. Events include live comedy, art and heater, multiple holiday craft fairs around Carson City and Carson Valley as well as several Veterans Day ceremonies and offers of gratitude to vets and active duty members of the U.S. military on Monday. Read on for details.

Carson City Schools Salute Veterans with Events and Displays

Carson City students are recognizing and honoring military men and women this week with Veteran’s Day displays and events. Veterans from all branches of military service, as well as families of students, have been encouraged to attend events Thursday, Friday and Tuesday. Campus visitors should check in at the front office at each school site.

Carson City's Do Drop In fundraiser this Friday at Governor's Mansion

Event Date: 
November 15, 2019 - 4:30pm

The Do Drop In at 1895 E. Long Street in Carson City is home to the Rural Center for Independent Living and the area's only day center for the homeless and mentally ill. It receives no government subsidies, so it relies exclusively upon community support for the funds needed to keep its lights on and doors open.

Snowmaking begins at Tahoe resorts, opening dates set for Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood

Cold temperatures and dry air have created ideal conditions for making snow in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Heavenly Mountain Ski Resort, Northstar California Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort all plan to take advantage of this week’s cool weather window to build a solid base for the upcoming 2019-20 winter season.

Parade and carnival, Pow Wow, pancakes and more: Carson City set for Nevada Day weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region Friday through Sunday to celebrate Nevada Day. Activities include the annual parade down Carson Street, a carnival at Mills Park, the 30th annual Nevada Day Classic, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, beard and rock drilling contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit kids and adults of all ages.

Governor presents Carson City teacher with $25,000 Milken Foundation award

Nietzsche wrote that "Without music, life would be a mistake." But thanks to band teacher Nicolas Jacques, that's a mistake no one is making at Carson Middle School in Carson City. Music is everywhere in the school, the district and the surrounding community as students throng to join Jacques’ concert band, marching band and jazz band ensembles.

Nevada Day 2019: Activities lineup, start times and more featured around Carson City

The Silver State celebrates its birthday this week in Carson City and will put on a statehood celebration like no other as Nevada Day comes into full swing, featuring the annual parade down Carson Street on Saturday, a carnival at Mills Park, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, activities for adults and kids, contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit every wild hair.

Nevada Day 2019 Parade Lineup is here

Event Date: 
October 26, 2019 - 10:00am

Hello Carson City! Are we excited for the parade yet? I know I am! We’re only a few days away now, so take a gander below to find the parade line up and parade categories.

Brewery Arts Center celebrates Carson City region's talent with 'Evening with the Divas'

Event Date: 
November 2, 2019 - 7:00pm

The Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, is thrilled to announce the line-up for their fundraiser “Evening with the Divas”, a once in a lifetime event in which four great talents take the stage at the Performance Hall for one incredible evening.

Carson City deputies arrest man for allegedly attacking deputy with a home-made weapon

A 26-year-old transient man was arrested in the 2200 block of N. Carson Street on three counts of battery with a deadly weapon, one count of assault with a deadly weapon, and one count of indecent conduct after allegedly attacking a sheriff’s deputy.

Pancakes, Art, Golf and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 19

Good morning Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events this Saturday, so check below for a list of delightful fall activities!

Family train rides in Carson City, Virginia City plus ghost walk, art fair and lots of pumpkins as region readies for busy weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!

Carson City sheriff's arrests: Man jailed after giving deputy fake name

A 43-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday in the 1900 block of North Carson Street for suspicion of obstructing a police officer, a sheriff's deputy report states.

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