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Navy’s Woodwind Quintet to perform in Carson City at Nevada State Museum
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/14/2018 - 1:47pmIn recognition of Navy Week, the Nevada State Museum in Carson City will be open to the public for free all day on Tuesday, June 19 as its hosts the U.S. Navy Band Southwest Woodwind Quintet in a special performance from 2 to 3 p.m.
Pops concert fills the air of downtown Carson City with music
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 06/10/2018 - 7:24pmThe soothing melody of classical music wafted through the air of downtown Carson City tonight, courtesy of the Carson City Symphony hosting its 34th annual Pops Party concert at the Capital Amphitheater on the grounds of the Nevada Capitol complex.
Carson City Symphony house recital at Bliss Mansion features music by Nerds of Paradise
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 12:08pmThe Carson City Symphony Association presents Nerds of Paradise in a house recital on Saturday, June 2 at the historic Bliss Mansion in Carson City.
Homeschoolers curriculum sale, clothing exchange at Carson City's Hilltop Community Church
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/27/2018 - 2:17pmAnnual F.A.I.T.H. Homeschoolers Curriculum Sale and Clothing Exchange will be held May 4 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Hilltop Community Church, 3588 Romans Road in Carson City.
The public is invited. Those attending can:
- Browse through curriculum.
- Ask questions about homeschooling.
- Receive curriculum and resources at 50-90 percent discount.
- Bring or take items from the FREE table.
- Clothing Exchange: Bring your gently used children’s clothing, and/or take home clothing for your own children!
Local musicians create a comfortable ambiance at Comma Coffee with live lunchtime music
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Thu, 01/04/2018 - 2:45pmCustomers can sip on a drink, or enjoy lunch while local musicians create a relaxing, yet productive ambiance. Often completely acoustic, customers find the music lifts the mood and adds productivity for those typing away on laptops.
Kid-sized 'Peanutcracker' comes to Carson City this Friday and Saturday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/28/2017 - 3:05pm“Peanutcracker – The Story In A Nutshell,” is a kid-sized version of the holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” told in 45-minutes by 50 local school school children. Performed by Sierra Nevada Ballet, there will be performances Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center.
TACH Presents World Music Award Night
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/20/2017 - 4:39pmTACH (Traditional Association for Cultural Harmony) a nonprofit organization founded by Internationally renowned musician Thakur Chakrapani Singh going to present ”World Music Award Night" on Dec. 2nd 2017 @ 6.30 PM at Center for Spiritual Living, 4685 Lakeside Drive, Reno, NV 89509
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Nov. 11 - 12
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/10/2017 - 8:06pmAlthough Veterans Day was observed yesterday, there are several things today that honor our former members of the military. Battle Born Harley Davidson is throwing an appreciation party complete with food trucks. Virginia City’s annual Veterans Day Parade begins at 11 a.m. and the City of Reno will commence their parade after a short ceremony beginning at 11:11 a.m. You’ll find an abundance of craft fairs in Carson City, Carson Valley, and Dayton. Western Nevada Musical Theater Co.
Tuesday, Nov. 7: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 11/06/2017 - 11:32pmIt’s wintry out there, but if you aren’t afraid of the wind-chill, enjoy a walk along the Linear Ditch Trail with Parks and Recreation. Spaghetti is on the menu at J’s Old Town Bistro in Dayton. You’ll be helping out the Lady Dust Devils Basketball program while enjoying delicious pasta. Join the Carson City Classical Cinema Club for this month’s flick, The Fabulous Dorseys, and make sure you’re there for the trivia portion. Speaking of trivia, Tuesdays are packed with it. Sassafras hosts the Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz and you’ll find DJ Trivia at the Fox Brewpub.
Argent Preparatory Academy replaces Silver State Charter School
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Tue, 09/19/2017 - 6:43amSilver State Charter School in Carson City became known over summer break as Argent Preparatory Academy, Principal Krystal Hoefling said, a move that represents more than just a name change.
Carson high grad, acclaimed saxophonist to perform autobiographical concert tonight at BAC
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/21/2017 - 11:57amTonight only, July 21, one of Carson City’s own will grace the stage at the Brewery Arts Center at 7 p.m. Jessica Tucker, a classical saxophone player and 2013 Carson High School graduate is making waves on an international scale.
Artists in Concert "Just One Night"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/15/2017 - 9:23amSierra Music Society continues its fine Artists In Concert programs with “Just One Night” on Tuesday, August 1st at 7 pm. The concert will be at St. John’s Presbyterian Church located at 1070 West Plumb Lane in Reno, NV. “Just One Night” will feature the lovely soprano Jamie Wenner and tenor Neal Long accompanied by Andrea Lenz. The concert lasts about an hour and is a relaxing way to enjoy beautiful music in a beautiful setting. Admission is $15. If you are looking for a way to introduce children or a novice to the world of classical music, this is it!
Local vibes: KNVC establishes broadcasting station at 95.1 FM in Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Wed, 07/12/2017 - 2:04pmWith a dedicated mission to engage, inform and entertain a regional audience, KNVC community radio is broadcasting at 95.1 FM in Carson City, bringing a wide range of local tastes in music that reach the ears of listeners south into Douglas County and north through Washoe Valley.
Carson City Symphony Presents An Evening of Music and Dessert with Latin Tres
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/27/2017 - 7:42amThe Carson City Symphony Association presents an elegant evening of music, wine, and dessert on Sunday, July 9, 2017, at 7 p.m. at a private home, 2662 Danielle Drive in Carson City. The house recital features Latin Tres — Vanessa Porter, violin; Marina Rosznitovsky Oster, harp; and Alejandro Pinzón, bandoneon — performing new arrangements of traditional Latin American music.
Legends of Celtic Harp this Saturday at the BAC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/12/2017 - 2:24pmThree of the premier Celtic harpers in the world take you on a dramatic musical journey deep into the myths, magic and fabled history of this most captivating instrument to close out this season’s Celtic Series at the Brewery Arts Center, this Saturday May 13, 7 p.m. in the BAC’s MHJ Black Box Theater at 411 West King Street.
To Opera with Love
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/08/2017 - 9:56pmSierra Music Society continues its fine Artists In Concert programs with “To Opera, with Love” on Saturday, May 20th at 5 pm. The concert will be at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church located at 3680 US Highway 395 South in Carson City, NV.
“To Opera, with Love” will feature the lovely soprano Irina Kasimova and baritone/tenor Chris Nelson accompanied by Bryan Chuan. The concert lasts about an hour and is a relaxing way to enjoy beautiful music in a beautiful setting. Admission is $15 General; $12 Seniors/Students/Military; and $10 Twelve and under.
New Flat Earth Pizza to change Carson City's view of pie
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 04/28/2017 - 7:20amConventional wisdom may be that the earth is round, but in Ryan Walker's world of pizza making, flat is where it's at.
Strings in Schools 'Spring Fling' concert set for April 20 at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/13/2017 - 12:20pmCarson City Symphony's Strings in the Schools ensembles, conducted by Laura Gibson and guest conductor Dr. Brian Fox, will present a "Spring Fling" concert on Thursday, April 20, 6:30 p.m., at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street.
Brewery Arts Center Celtic Music Series presents Richard Johnson this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 8:09amOn Saturday, April 8 at 7 p.m. in the MHJ Black Box Theater, Brewery Arts Center continues the Celtic Music series with Richard Johnson. A ballad singer and a lifelong guitarist, Richard loves songs from the American and Irish traditions, the classic melodies of the 40’s, songs from his own generation and his own original songs.
Our Founders’ Legacy versus Progressivism
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/08/2017 - 9:24amOur Founders and the classical liberal intellectuals they followed got the basics of government right and thus launched two centuries of freedom and opportunity leading to hope, unprecedented economic growth and astounding human flourishing and wellbeing.
However, a century later a counter movement arose and has continued to gain until now, undermining freedom and opportunity and diminishing hope, growth, wellbeing and flourishing.
Carson City Symphony 'Celebrations Old and New' concert Feb. 26
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/11/2017 - 5:33pmThe Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, presents its first concert of 2017 on Sunday, Feb. 26 at 4 p.m. with a “Celebrations Old & New" concert at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater, 851 E. William St. in Carson City.
Two Carson City students awarded Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 01/15/2017 - 8:46amCarlos Montejana and Alyssa Butler of Carson City were awarded the first annual Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships by the Carson City Symphony Association last month.
Carson City Symphony's Strings in Schools presents 'This is not a Christmas Concert' Tuesday
Submitted by editor on Sat, 12/03/2016 - 3:56pmStrings in the Schools, Carson City Symphony's after-school program, presents its 7th annual "This is Not a Christmas Concert" on Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William St., Carson City.
Christmas Extravaganza in Carson City to benefit local family
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/02/2016 - 3:05pmNorthern Nevada HotSpot owner Cassidy Davis originally envisioned this weekend’s Christmas Shopping Extravaganza event at the Fuji Park Exhibition Hall in South Carson City as promoting the concept of shop local, buy local.
TACH Presents World Music Award Night
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/29/2016 - 7:39amTACH (Traditional Association for Cultural Harmony) a non profit organization founded by Internationally renowned musician Thakur Chakrapani Singh going to present "World Music Award Night" on Dec 10th, 2016 @ 5.30PM.
In this event TACH is going to present it’s 4th annual award “Award of Excellence” to an artist who are having the extra ability in the field of music. TACH is going to add a new award from this year"SRIJAN Music Excellence Award" to an artist who devoted in music field as well as creating and innovating in music.
The nominee of the “Award of Excellence” is
Thanksgiving weekend isn't complete without the Pinkerton Ballet's Nutcracker
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 11/22/2016 - 3:30pmPerennial holiday favorite “The Nutcracker” by the Pinkerton Ballet Theatre returns to Carson City Thanksgiving weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 25-27. Featuring Erica Chipp of the Smuin Ballet in San Francisco as the Sugar Plum Fairy and Oliver Adams of Diablo Ballet in Concord, CA as Cavalier, this 28th year of performances is not to be missed.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Nov. 19 - 20
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/18/2016 - 7:31pmStart the day making something beautiful. The Muscle Powered Trash Mob descends upon our new downtown for some clean-up and coffee. Kids will enjoy the Tales and Wags program at the Library where they get to read to therapy dogs and acquire a new book in the process. It’s a Carson/Douglas Army/Navy rivalry as the JROTC programs hit the field at Carson High for a game of flag football. Keep reading and you’re sure to find something that sounds fun.
SATURDAY:
Cíana delivers high-octane, traditional Irish music Saturday at Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 5:11pmCíana returns to the Brewery Arts Center on Saturday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m. for a show that dives headlong into the rich pool of traditional Irish, Scottish, Breton, and American music, featuring four players from diverse musical backgrounds.
A Nation Divided Then and Now
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/02/2016 - 10:32amDisagreement is part of human nature, especially in any society that values people as unique individuals.
Geoff was reminded of that recently when he and his sainted wife Jenna watched a reenactment of the Jefferson-Adams debates. Bill Barker and Steven Holloway, two scholars from the Colonial Williamsburg living history museum, played Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, respectively.
French Guitar Master Brings Halloween Enchantment to Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/27/2016 - 8:11amAfter of the usual Halloween hubbub this Monday, you can spend a spellbinding evening with guitarist/composer Arthur Dente and flutist Valentine Dente. Weaving a rich blend of classical, jazz, and flamenco guitar and flute, the duo of Arthur and Valentine Dente serve up an extraordinary performance of world music influenced by Latin-America, India, France, and the Celtic nations.
They create a passionate musical journey, combining virtuosity and intimacy that conjures the magic of sunny days in Spain, cool evenings in France, and the whirling, festival colors of Latin America and India.