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CycleNation returns to Northern Nevada to Support The American Heart Association, American Stroke Association

Event Date: 
June 4, 2020 - 6:00pm

The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association presents the third annual Northern Nevada CycleNation on June 4 at Reno City Plaza. The fundraiser begins at 5:30 p.m. and will include food trucks, yard games, and music. The stationary bike sunset ride begins at 6 p.m. and lasts for two hours. CycleNation is nationally sponsored by Amgen and is locally sponsored by Carson Tahoe Health.

Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, Jan. 12

Good morning, Carson City, and happy Sunday! On the schedule today we hav a Bridal Fair, Community Yoga, bike rides, and more! Check below to see what's going on for Sunday, Dec. 12.

Sunday, December 12

Reading Challenges, Bike Rides and More: Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday

Happy Sunday, Carson City! How was your first week of the New Year? It's going to be a bit cooler today, which makes it the perfect day to warm up those muscles with a bike ride, or curl up with a good book! Check below for the events happening today in the Carson City region.

Sunday, January 5

Events around Carson City for Sunday, Sept. 15

Good morning and happy Sunday Carson City. Today is Sept. 15, 2019. Activities include the Silver State Art Festival at Fuji Park, a Charters of Freedom presentation in the Ormsby Room of the Carson City Sheriff's Office, bike rides, train rides, a film viewing at Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City and more. Enjoy the day.

Art festival, Celtic faire, awareness walks, bike rides and more: Carson City region prepares for jam-packed weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region packed with excitement over the next three days. Events include the Silver State Art Festival at Fuji Park, suicide awareness walks in Carson City, a Celtic faire at Dangberg Home Ranch, the ninth annual Edible Pedal bike ride at Bowers Mansion, train rides in Virginia City and much more!

Events around Carson City for Tuesday, July 16

As we head into Tuesday, July 16, 2019 we're reminded it's halfway through the month and time sure is flying as we celebrate our summertime favorite stops around the Carson City region. For Tuesday we have walks, hikes and bike rides, a Red Cross "be ready" presentation, Fat Tuesday Business Networking in Dayton, art classes, showings and more. Enjoy.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, July 11

Good times, sunny skies, activities and more are planned around the Carson City area as we head into Thursday, July 11. Hikes, bike rides, art, food trucks at Mills Park, a Carson City CASA information night, a sentimental journey along Highway 395 presentation and more are lined up for the day. Enjoy

Carnival, wine tasting, live music and more: Carson City region lined up with 3 days of events

Heading into the Independence Day holiday weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to keep the next three days jam-packed with excitement.

Muscle Powered Trash Mob Did It Again

Muscle Powered Trash Mob Cleans Up

Last Saturday morning 15 intrepid Carson City area "Trash Mobbers" came out to clean up the wetlands to protect the birds and wildlife. We met near the Humane Society on Airport and then walked along the Carson Freeway Multi-Use two thirds of mile to access the wetlands area.

Events and happenings for Sunday, June 2 in Carson City

Happy Sunday Carson City! It’s going to be another warm day today with a high of 77. Looks like Mother Nature finally gave in now that it’s officially June. On the docket today we’ve got concerts, bike rides, story telling, and more! Check below to see what’s happening today!

Kittens, concerts, bike rides, Chicago tribute and more! Events and happenings in Carson City Sunday, May 26

Good morning Carson City and happy Sunday! I hope you're all thoroughly enjoying your holiday weekend despite the weather, which looks like it's going to continue through the upcoming week. Even still, we've got a ton of activities going on in town for the day, so check them out below, and remember to bring a jacket!

May the fourth be with you, and with bicycle safety. Events and happenings for Sat. May 4

Good morning Carson City, and happy weekend! We've got a warm day ahead with highs of 76 degrees! Today on the docket is the early farmer's market, a Mother's Day craft fair, the grand reopening of the second wind thrift store, and more!

Here's what's happening Saturday:

Events around Carson City for Friday, May 3

What a week it was Carson City, and it isn't even over yet. Heading into Friday, May 3, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s. There's a host of activities Friday and, looking ahead, a bevy of fun Saturday including a Mother's Day craft fair at the Carson City Community Center, a Star Wars themed bicycle safety day, a wine, cheese and dessert ride aboard the V&T, an early opening of the downtown farmer's market, the May Downtown Carson City Wine Walk, a memorial walk, presentations, comedy, live music and more. Enjoy.

'Star Wars' themed bicycle event Saturday to benefit Carson City Schools Foundation

Event Date: 
May 4, 2019 - 9:00am

CARSON CITY — Set for Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at Fritsch Elementary School, the Bicycle Fun & Safety Day will benefit the Carson City Schools Foundation. Sponsored by Carson Tahoe Health and hosted by the Carson City School District, the Nevada Department of Transportation, Safe Routes to School, local bike clubs and shops, the inaugural event will serve as a proving ground to acquaint experienced and less experienced bike riders with their eco-friendly transport mechanisms.

Teenagers aren't joining the workforce, and Carson City pool programs are suffering

Summer is a time for ice cream, bike rides, carnivals, and of course, swimming. However, there is a shortage of lifeguards nationwide so extreme that pool programs are in jeopardy of shutting down.

“We are a part of the aquatic community that is suffering right now,” said Mike Freeman, Recreation Program Manager at the Carson City Aquatics Center.

Muscle Powered Trash Mob cleaned up at East Silver Saddle Ranch on Saturday

We met in the large parking area at East Silver Saddle Ranch on Sierra Vista Lane and spread out to clear trash between the Carson River and Sierra Vista Lane. Things have improved a lot since the improvements have been put in by Carson City Public Works and Parks, Recreation, and Open Space but we were still able to find about 360 pounds of trash.

Bicycle event to benefit Carson City Schools Foundation, commemorate Star Wars Day

Set for Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, at Fritsch Elementary School, the Bicycle Fun and Safety Day will benefit the Carson City Schools Foundation. Hosted by the Carson City School District, the Nevada Department of Transportation, Safe Routes to School, local bike clubs and shops, the inaugural event will serve as a proving ground to acquaint experienced and less experienced bike riders with their eco-friendly transport mechanisms.

Carson City's Muscle Powered Trash Mob collects nearly 600 pounds of waste Saturday

Muscle Powered, Trash Mob

This Saturday morning 19 intrepid Carson City area "Trash Mobbers" came out in the drizzle to pick up what others left behind. We met at the south end of North Lompa Lane and everyone spread out along the Multi-Use Path to gather nearly 600 pounds of trash from that point south to 5th street.

What's happening around Carson City for Tuesday, Jan. 1, New Year's Day

Hello Carson City. Welcome to the first day of the year, Jan. 1, 2019. Here's wishing you the happiest, healthiest and best of a new year ahead. Expect sunny skies and cold temperatures today, with a high near 30. Wednesday will warm up a bit to the low 40s.

Special New Years Day Hike: Wild Horse Trail and Centennial Park Loop hosted by Muscle Powered

Event Date: 
January 1, 2019 - 10:00am

Ring in 2019 with a nice hike in east Carson City offered through Muscle Powered. Meet at the back of Centennial Park, across from the baseball fields on Heritage Way.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Sept. 28

Hello Carson City, it is Friday, Sept. 28, 2018. Expect a sunny day with some afternoon breezes, and a cool evening. Among events today are a Women's Empowerment Workshop at the capital, Street Vibrations at Battle Born Harley-Davison in Carson City, a Muscle Powered hike, live music and more.

Carson City events, happenings and more for Thursday, Sept. 27

The weekend is not only around the corner but the roar of Street Vibrations arrives today, Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, at Battle Born Harley-Davison in Carson City. Among today's other featured events are a Muscle Powered hike, a talk about time management strategy at Rustically Divine and a reading of "Alice in Wonderland" where the Carson City Library is highlighting those celebrated book classics that have been banned at one time or another in history. Read on for more.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Sept. 26

Good morning Carson City, it is Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018. We are five days into fall and 89 days away from Christmas. Today the Carson City Soroptimist meet to talk about the McKinney-Vento program, and tonight the Carson City School District will hold a public meeting asking the community to weigh in on the district's strategic plan. Plus there's a candidate meet and greet, art showings, music and more.

Carson City area events and happenings for Tuesday, Sept. 25

As we head into our first full week of fall, sunny skies and a cool evening are on tap for this Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018. Among today's events are a morning walk and evening hike hosted by Muscle Powered, a chamber luncheon that focuses on Nevada Ballot Question 3 and the showing of the film "Westward the Women" by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Sept. 24

Good morning Carson City. It is Monday, Sept. 24, 2018. Another round of sunshine, warm fall weather ahead to begin the work week. Today’s events features art showings, swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes, a political luncheon and more.

Carson City events, happenings and more for Wednesday, Sept. 19

Good morning Carson City and welcome to the middle of the work week. It is Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018. Today brings the beginning of a 5-week mindful meditation series, a fascinating Capital City Arts Initiative Nevada Neighbors talk, a welcome to fall chamber event at Red's Old 395 Grill, a free concert featuring acclaimed folk singer Nate Currin at Sassafras and more.

Happenings and events around Carson City for Tuesday, Sept. 18

Enjoy the last few days of summer as fall is around the corner. Today is Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018. Today brings the second and final volunteer training event at the Nevada State Museum, morning and afternoon hikes and walks, a rally at the capital, a fundraiser at Mills Park, plenty of art exhibits and more.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Sept. 17

Good morning Carson City. It is Monday, Sept. 17, 2018. Today’s events feature volunteer training at the Nevada State Museum, swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes, art exhibits and more.

Things to do around Carson City on Sunday, Sept. 16

Sunday is supposed to be a day for rest, so spend the rest of your weekend making it a fun day.

Things to do around Carson City on Saturday, Sept. 15

If the work week flew by for you, then you will want to be sure to catch some of the events occurring in our area before the weekend passes you by. It's already Saturday, Sept. 15, so don't waste any more time.

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