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Events and Happenings in Carson City for Wednesday Dec. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 8:52amGood morning Carson City! It’s going to be another beautiful winter day today with a high of 54 and a low of 30. It should be mostly sunny until around 4 pm when the clouds should start to move in for the night.
Here’s what’s going on around town today, Wednesday December 19:
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Dec. 18
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 6:04pmDeer are more visible in Carson City this time of year, but it's not because Santa Claus is coming to town exactly one week from now.
What's happening around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/16/2018 - 8:31pmHello Carson City, do you see what we see? With fresh snow expected in the Sierra overnight and holiday lights around town lighting up the night sky, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Will it be a white one in Carson City? As of Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, we're eight days away, so anything is possible. Here's what is happening around the capital city:
Rainbow girls partner with Carson Mall to provide Christmas gift wrapping
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 12/16/2018 - 1:08pmRainbow Girls Carson Assembly No. 7 is partnering with the Carson Mall once again to provide gift wrapping to holiday shoppers as its 40th annual fundraiser.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 16
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/15/2018 - 11:04pmChristmas is getting closer, and in Carson City, that means holiday trains. From the V&T Railway's Polar Express to the Nevada State Railroad Museum's Santa Train, rails around the state capital are busy delivering Saint Nicholas to children and spreading Christmas cheer.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 15
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 8:54pmThere are only two more Saturdays until Christmas, and Santa Claus is back in Carson City again this weekend ahead of the big holiday.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Dec. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 8:30pmHello Carson City and welcome to the end of the work week. We are coming into Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, which means there's 6 days until the first day of winter, 11 days to Christmas and 18 days until 2019. Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 53. It will be windy, with a south wind 10 to 20 mph increasing to 20 to 30 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. Here is what's happening around town today:
What's happening around Carson City this Thursday, Dec. 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 6:59amHello Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. Did you catch the spectacular sunset last night? A couple of readers submitted photos including retired CCSO Sgt. Scott McDaniel, with this spectacular shot above. In the second photo, Joanna Herring provided this sunset image from Dayton Valley Golf Course. Here is what's happening around town today:
What's happening around Carson City this Wednesday, Dec. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/12/2018 - 6:26amGood morning Carson City. It is officially midweek, Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018. Expect mostly sunny skies today with a high around 50. Here is what's happening around town today:
What's happening around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/11/2018 - 12:35amGood day, Carson City. It is Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2018. For those keeping score, there are 8 days until winter begins, 14 days until Christmas, and 19 days until 2019. Here is what's happening around Carson City today:
What's happening around Carson City this Monday, Dec. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 2:17amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Kicking off the work week we can expect cloud coverage today with a 30 percent chance of rain or snow showers after 10 a.m., according to the National Weather Service. Little or no snow accumulation is expected though the roads may get icy in spots. Here is what's happening around Carson City today:
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 9
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/08/2018 - 9:38pmThe Christmas spirit is very present around Carson City these days with just over two weeks remaining before the big day.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 8
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 8:37pmYou better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I'm telling you why: Because Santa Claus is coming to Carson City!
Empty Bowls fills bellies, Carson Mall Friday night with hunger-fighting fundraiser
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 6:28pmIn its sixth year, the Empty Bowls fundraiser Friday Night drew huge crowds to the Carson Mall for a night of delicious soup, live music, a silent auction, and all around festive fun.
Column: Don't forget to fill your empty bowl Friday night
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 4:11pmI'll be eating soup for dinner tonight.
But unlike others in the community who struggle every day with hunger, my bowl won't be empty.
Carson City area events and happenings for Dec. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 8:07pmHello and good day Carson City. We are headed into Friday, Dec. 7, 2018. The weekend is nearly here and your continued generosity never ceases to amaze. Ahead Friday is the annual KTVN Share Your Christmas Drive-By Food Drive held locally at the Governor's Mansion and at Minden's Carson Valley Inn. It is also the 6th annual Project Empty Bowls at Carson Mall, which has become a local soup for the soul favorite stop.
Carson City's Project Empty Bowls features hot soups, holiday entertainment, auction and more
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 11:48amIn its sixth year, Carson City has fought hunger during the holidays in a very unique way by serving delicious hot soups prepared by local restaurants that are dished up in ceramic bowls made by the hands of people in the community.
This Friday, the all-you-can-eat fundraiser returns, this time at the Carson Mall, with an array of holiday entertainment, an auction, raffle and more to go along with delicious, savory and soothing hot soup delights.
The event runs from 4 to 8 p.m. inside the Carson Mall's north entrance.
What's happening around Carson City this Thursday, Dec. 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 8:14amIn the final stretch of the work week, today is Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018. For those keeping score, there are four days of Hanukkah remaining, we are 19 days away from Christmas and 26 days until 2019. Here's what's happening today:
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Dec. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 8:36amGood day, Carson City. It is Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018. Snow overnight has left roads on the slippery side, so be careful out there during your morning commute. Today is also a national day of mourning to honor the late former President George H.W. Bush. Flags are half-staff in Nevada now to Dec. 30. Here's what's happening today:
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/04/2018 - 9:26amGood Day Carson City, it is Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018. The winter weather continues today albeit without any storm watches or warnings this morning. Light snow showers will continue today and and pick up tonight with less than an inch possible. As always be careful out on the roads. You'll be able to warm up at a number of venues today, including a holiday swing party with Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Casino Fandango's new Grand Ballroom and at the Carson City School District Orchestra Program concert at the community center.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/03/2018 - 9:36amHello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Dec. 3, 2018. A busy week ahead will start off chilly with sunny skies today and chances of snow daily through Thursday. Otherwise, bundle up and enjoy the late fall weather. Winter officially arrives Dec. 21.
What's happening in Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 2
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 9:23pmThe skies above Carson City are forecast to be mostly sunny and blue Sunday, but the air near freezing at 35 degrees for a daytime high. Bundle up if you decided to recreate outdoors today.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 1
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 10:54pmIt's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Nevada state capital, and there is no shortage of holiday events and activities to make the season bright.
Sixth annual Carson City Empty Bowls Dec. 7 at Carson Mall
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 10:21amFor six years now, the Carson City community has been helping to feed the hungry through Empty Bowls, an international project to combat hunger worldwide, with an annual fundraising event during the Christmas season.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Nov. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 9:57pmWith winter weather having arrived, it seems only appropriate the last Friday of November is when Carson City celebrates the holiday season in a big way by ringing in the spirit of giving with the annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 7:32amGood day Carson City, it is Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018. With steady rain in the city early this morning, slushy snow in the foothills and heavy snow in the Sierra, we are on our way to winter even though it is still technically fall. It sure is beginning to look like Christmas, especially as we head into the weekend, with Friday's Silver and SnowFlakes Festival of Lights at the capitol and Saturday's downtown Holiday Crawl.
Come meet Santa this weekend in his giant igloo
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/28/2018 - 12:55pmSanta and his giant igloo return to downtown Carson City for photos this weekend, Friday though Sunday.
Carson Mall Craft Fair up and running for holiday season
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 1:23pmThe Carson Mall Craft Fair is open now for the holiday season, with local crafts, toys, clothes, and more!
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Nov. 25
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/24/2018 - 8:24pmJust like that, the end of a long holiday weekend is nigh. But the spirit of the season is just getting started. You can find it all around Carson City on Sunday.
Local retailers look to boost Carson City economy on Small Business Saturday
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/24/2018 - 2:02pmBlack Friday is all about putting companies in the black, a good shot in the arm for the national economy.