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Brewery Arts Center hosts Holiday Craft Camp for kids ages 6 to 13
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 1:20pmThe Brewery Arts Center in Carson City invites you for early registration to “Holiday Craft Camp,” which will have your kids creating Holiday art and crafts, perfect for gifting to friends and families.
High Five Turkey Drive and More: Events around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 8:47pmHeading into the middle of the month, we're all deserving of a high five. You can give an entire family a big cheer Thursday by donating a turkey at the annual Carson City High Five Turkey Drive hosted by FISH at Carson City Nissan. Stop by, bring a turkey and give a local family in need a happy Thanksgiving. Other events around the capital city include a Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training graduation ceremony, a talk about earthquake preparedness hosted by Carson City Native and Newcomers Club, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike and more.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 8:20pmWhile much of the nation is stuck in an arctic freeze, we're stranded with abundant sunshine in Nevada's capital city area with temperatures well above normal for this time of year. Going into the middle of the work week we can expect highs near 70. Local events Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019 include an Eagle Valley Middle School expansion plan community meeting, "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, a Little Valley fire re-seeding gathering, a Toys for Tots volunteer orientation meeting, art showings, classes and more.
BAC's Carson City Celtic Music Series features Cooking with Turf this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 2:40pmTraditional 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.
It's Your City: Carson City's Proscenium Players presents 'War of the Worlds' iconic radio play
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 1:15pmIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Diane Dye Hansen of Proscenium Players, Inc. to discuss the upcoming production of the Orson Welles legendary 1938 radio teleplay, "War of the Worlds."
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Nov. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 7:10pmHeading into Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019 activities around the capital city include a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a Leave No Trace hike and, later, a full moon hike hosted by Carson City Parks and Rec, a Carson City School District board meeting, the monthly gathering of the Carson Fly Fishing Club, pole fitness and swing dance lessons at Yaple's Ballroom and more.
Events around the Carson City region for Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 8:04pmGoing into Monday, Nov. 11, 2019 it is Veterans Day. Federal, state and local government offices and schools are closed to observe the holiday. Thank you U.S. Veterans for your service to our great country. There are a number of organized happenings in the region, including parades in Virginia City and Reno, as well as events in South Lake Tahoe and Sparks. Plus a number of Carson City and Carson Valley restaurants are offering no cost meals as a gesture of gratitude to veterans and active duty military members. Also Monday is a discussion on homeless issues with local advocate and champion for those who are often without a voice, Dee Dee Foremaster.
Kittens, stars, and more: Events and Happenings for Saturday, Nov. 9 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 6:41pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! Today we have kitten adoptions, Capitol tours, a star party, and more. Check out the full list below to learn what's going on in Carson City for this weekend!
Carson City Classic Cinema Club rallies for kids by bringing 'Golden Age' films to community
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 9:20amFor the past five years the Carson City Classic Cinema Club has been showing the great 'Golden Age of Hollywood' films to local moviegoers as a way to promote art education in the community. The club's founder notes its acceptance thus far has been slow going but, so far, successful.
Ceremonies, holiday craft fairs and more: Carson City region set for Veterans Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 7:55pmHeading 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's Proscenium Players Inc., take on legendary 'War of the Worlds' radio play
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 11:12amThis production is an homage to the iconic radio teleplay, "War of the Worlds." On Oct. 30, 1938, audiences across the nation tuned-in to hear the incredible account of a Martian crash-landing on earth, prompting news stories of widespread panic. Re-live the horror of the original alien invasion story, just as Orson Welles and his Mercury Theater Company had imagined it!
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 7:50pmThe first week of November marches along with sunshine to continue into the foreseeable future. Events ahead for this Thursday include a regular meeting of the Carson City Board of Supervisors, a Mammovan stop at Nevada Health Centers, a Muscle Powered afternoon hike, and an evening with local artist Rebecca Fox at Artsy Fartsy Gallery. You can also "Raider Up" with the Carson City chapter of Raider Nation by joining them for a game watch at Jimmy G's. Read on. There's more.
Carson City's Proscenium Players to hold auditions for female version of 'The Odd Couple'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 4:46pmUnger and Madison are at it again! Florence Unger and Olive Madison, that is, in Neil Simon's hilarious contemporary comic classic: the female version of The Odd Couple.
Carson Tahoe Health, Rotary of Carson City celebrate Labyrinth anniversary and partnership
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 8:57amWednesday marks 13 years since the opening of the outdoor Labyrinth located at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center. The unique space was made possible through a generous donation from the Rotary Club of Carson City.
In 2006, under the leadership of past president Rafael Cappucci, the Rotary Club contributed $75,000 to build the Labyrinth, and gave another $200,000 in support of the Cancer Center project over a four-year period.
Carson Chamber Singers, Joyful Noise Children’s Choir present Carson City concerts Nov. 16-17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 8:18amCarson Chamber Singers, conducted by William Belcher, and Joyful Noise Carson Children’s Choir, conducted by Michelle Powers, will present Fall Concerts on Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17 in Carson City.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 8:21pmGoing into the middle of the work week we can expect sunny skies with highs in the upper 60s. Events around the capital city Wednesday, Nov. 6 include gallery showings, a Veterans Day assembly at Sierra Lutheran High School, the first "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, a presentation, "Nevada’s Ancient Rock Art: Art for All Times" hosted by Capital City Arts Initiative, storytelling at the Carson City Library and more.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Nov. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 6:24pmSettling into the week as we head into Tuesday, Nov. 5, activities around the capital city include a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a Salvation Army holiday job fair, plus a grant workshop through the Nevada Arts Council, an evening showing of the 1951 film "An American in Paris" hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, pole fitness and swing dance lessons at Yaple's Ballroom and more.
Happenings and events around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 7:02pmA warmup is in the forecast this week as we head into Monday, Nov. 4, 2019. Expect sunny skies with daytime highs in the upper 60s. But you'll want to bundle up after the sun sets as night time temperatures will be in the low 30s. Activities Monday include a lunch discussion with Nevada Appeal columnist Guy Farmer, the first of free Monday yoga classes offered through Partnership Carson City, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more.
Day of the Dead, pie baking contests, comedy and more: Events for Saturday, Nov. 2
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 8:34amGood morning Carson City and happy November! It’s going to be a beautiful day with a high of 65 and a chilly low of 33. We’ve got a ton of wonderful events this morning in the capital city, so let’s get into it!
Saturday, November 2
Evening with Divas, ghost investigations, Dia de los Muertos and more: Carson City area ramps up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 8:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the second annual Evening with Divas in Carson City, a Día de Muertos celebration at the Nevada State Museum, Nevada Artists Association’s 40th anniversary celebration, paranormal ghost investigations in Virginia City, a pie baking contest in Gardnerville and much more!
Voting now underway for Levitt AMP grant to return Carson City summer concert series
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 5:53pmThe Brewery Arts Center is back in the running to bring a 10 week free, live music series to Carson City next June 6 through August 15, 2020.
Sponsored by the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation, a national foundation dedicated to strengthening the social fabric of America through free live music, Brewery Arts Center hopes to qualify, once again, as one of the Top 25 finalists competing for a 2020 Levitt AMP Your City Grant Award.
Happy Halloween: Events around Carson City for Oct. 31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 6:35pmHeading into the last day of October and you know what that means: Happy Halloween! Best to bundle up under the costumes as Thursday will be another chilly day, though warmer than Wednesday. Activities around the capital city include a Muscle Powered afternoon hike, art showings, library activities and more. Read on for Halloween activities around the capital city.
Nevada Day Parade in Carson City shared around the world
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 5:21pmIf you live in or around the capital region on Nevada Day, you know all too well how chaotic Carson City can become, with tens of thousands of people flooding in to celebrate the anniversary of Nevada Statehood. This year however, this well-loved Nevada tradition made its debut around the world, courtesy of the National Grassroots Broadcasting Network.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 6:53pmGoing into the eve of Halloween, teeth will be chattering as the weather calls for sunny skies but with a chill in the air and daytime temperatures in the upper 40s around the capital city. Events around town Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019 include a Halloween costume walk at Riverview Park in Carson City, a "trick or trunk" event in Dayton, art showings, storytelling at the Carson City Library and more.
Carson City area celebrates Halloween 2019 with trick-or-treating activities and more
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 2:00pmThe ghosts and zombies and costume super heroes will be out and about now through Thursday, either at organized events or Halloween night trick or treating around the Carson City area, including the Carson Mall, throughout downtown and at the Governor's Mansion.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Oct. 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 6:15pmHeading into Tuesday, expect continued sunny skies and cool temperatures. Events for the day include a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, Fall job fairs hosted by Nevada JobConnect and the Carson Nugget, the 3rd annual "BOO-nanza" celebration at the Carson City Community Center and library, a Relay for Life fundraiser at Firehouse Subs and more.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 6:35pmWith the wildly festive Nevada Day weekend now behind us, a busy week is ahead as we begin to close out October and prepare to celebrate Halloween in the capital city. Activities Monday include a lunch discussion with the director of the Toiyabe Chapter of the Sierra Club, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more.
Thursday events around Carson City include art showings, hike and family carnival night at Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 7:42pmCounting down the hours until the Nevada Day weekend celebration begins, we're heading into Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019 with sunny skies in the forecast through Sunday. Thursday opens the first of the four-day annual RSVP Nevada Day Carnival at Mills Park with $1 ride family night hosted by Carson City Toyota. Other activities around the capital city include a Muscle Powered afternoon hike, art showings, library activities, a gold and silver rush presentation at the Nevada State Museum and more.
Nevada Day Parade to be televised to national audience
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 5:06pmEach year, the Nevada Day parade makes its way through downtown Carson City in the biggest event of the year. The annual celebration of Nevada's induction into Statehood is a time-honored and popular tradition, with upwards of 20,000 people flocking to the Capital region. This year, however, you don't have to be in the Capital city to be a part of the celebration.
Events and activities around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 5:56pmWe're days away from our celebration of statehood and the weather around the capital city couldn't be more, well, Nevada-like with daytime highs near 70 and sunny skies. Carson City area activities ahead for Wednesday, Oct. 23 feature an economic roundup presented by the Northern Nevada Development Authority at Casino Fandango, Carson Tahoe's annual "Spooktacular" family event, Firehouse Subs will host our local Search and Rescue for a dinner fundraiser; Sierra Nevada Journeys and Nature Conservancy will present family STEM night in Genoa, plus art showings and more. Enjoy the day.