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Senator Square: CHS students celebrate the holidays, work with tech and compete in events
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 9:29amEditor’s Note: Raymond Medeiros is the Carson City School District Director of Innovation and Technology. He writes the following: I would like to share with you some of the amazing things educators and students around the Carson City School District have been doing during Computer Science Education Week. Check out the photos from the Northern Nevada First Tech Challenge League Meet hosted by Carson High School.
Events and Happenings for Sunday, December 22 in the Carson City region
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 12:00amHappy Sunday Carson City! There’s only a few days left before Christmas, are you ready?
Check below to see what events we have going today in the Carson City region!
Sunday, December 22
Carson City’s first 'Unsilent Night' happens Sunday at BAC as part of worldwide music event
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 12/21/2019 - 2:11pmFor the first time, the Brewery Arts Center has organized Carson City’s "Unsilent Night." An original composition by Phil Kline, "Unsilent Night" was written specifically to be heard outdoors in the month of December. It takes the form of a street promenade in which the audience becomes the performer.
Santa Train, Live Music, Skating and more: Events for the Carson City region for Saturday, Dec. 21
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 7:45pmHappy Saturday Carson City, and Happy Winter Solstice! Are you all geared up for the holiday season? We've got some great events happening this weekend throughout the region, check them out below!
Muscle Powered Hike, December 28 at Prison Hill
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 6:43pmPlease join us for a 7-mile round trip hike beginning at Silver Saddle ranch house, following up Dead Truck Trail, over the saddle to traverse North Loop, and back down Dead Truck Trail to our cars. There will be many splendid views of the Eastern Sierra to the west of Eagle and Carson Valleys.
Origins of Reno's tawdry reputation explored at Carson City's Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 6:18amMonday's Carson City Democratic luncheon will feature Nevada historian CW Bayer, who will talk about his new book “Reno’s Jazz Hysteria — cabaret and ballroom.” Bayer's meticulous research revealed that the origins of Nevada’s “sin industry” were rooted in Reno's scandalous “jazz hysteria,” a pop culture sensation that swept the nation beginning in the 1920s.
'Unsilent Night' and holiday bells at BAC, toy drive, Santa Train and more: Carson City region readies for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 7:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a toy and gift drive for homeless kids and teens, the 12th annual Christmas Carol Playalong for Strings at the Carson Mall, Carson City’s first-ever "Unsilent Night" at the Brewery Arts Center, a Só Sol dinner with entertainment at Sassafras, a "Pink Party" cancer center fundraiser at the Lighthouse Bar, comedian Dan St. Paul at the Carson Comedy Club and more.
Reno-Tahoe International Airport prepares for record number of Christmas holiday travelers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 4:47pmRENO — Reno-Tahoe International Airport anticipates more than 15,000 passengers will arrive and depart daily from the airport during the peak travel times leading up to Christmas and New Year's. The airport advises passengers to arrive early and allow time for parking, airline check-in and long TSA security lines.
NCET Re-Elects Susan Moreno & Peter Williamson to Board
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 3:35pmRENO — Susan Moreno and Peter Williamson have been elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology.
Christmas Eve service to be held at Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 3:08pmCome Join us at Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton to celebrate the birth of Jesus. There will be a service on Tuesday, Dec. 24, 6 p.m. Calvary Baptist Church is located at 4 Flowery Avenue, Dayton, Nev.
Carson City Sheriff's Office to boost DUI patrol during holidays
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 10:46amThere is no excuse for driving under the influence, make plans now and stay safe later. As Carson City residents make plans to celebrate the coming holidays, the Carson City Sheriffs Office and other Nevada law enforcement agencies ask that you make sure those plans include viable alternatives to driving under the influence.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 8:12pmThe spirit of Christmas is in the air as we head into the final stretch of the work week. Thursday events around the capital city feature an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, a Carson City tradition with the return of Joyful Noise Holiday Community Show at the Brewery Arts Center and more.
U.S. Marshal arrests former Lake Tahoe Brewery owner wanted by Carson City Sheriff's Office
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 6:58pmThe U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force on Wednesday arrested Michael Alexander Candelario in Phoenix, Arizona for a failure to appear warrant issued out of Carson City.
So Sol at Sassafras in Carson City this Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 5:38pmThis Sunday, Dec. 22 at 4 p.m. Come down to Sassafras in Carson City and spend an early evening with Só Sol. Get ready for some of the best folks, food, drinks, hot springs and songs one could ever ask for. This is a free show. All ages welcome.
Carson Intuitive Center hosts Christmas Festival this Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 3:51pmThe public is invited to the Carson City Intuitive Center ‘s Christmas Festival this Saturday, Dec. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. We will be offing: Readings and healings, festive feasting, Santa channeling at 1 p.m. Bring a gift for our holiday gift exchange.
Ring in the New Year with a Concert like in Vienna or New York, but Right Here in Genoa
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 3:42pmCelebrate New Year's early with TOCCATA: Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus's new cnocert: "Bring on the Bubbly/Adios 2019." Join us at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 29 in the elegant Genoa Lakes Golf Club Ballroom. Pre-concert champagne and hors d'oeuvres at 3 p.m.
Muscle Powered Tuesday Morning Walk, December 31 at Freeway Multi-Use Path
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 4:56pmCome join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City! Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building. A schedule of all upcoming activities and events can be found at www.musclepowered.org/calendar.
South Carson Street project design finished, bidding process to begin
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 3:15pmThe South Carson Street project design is complete. The project team is pleased to announce the completion of the project design after nearly a year of design progression since the initial public kick-off meeting on December 11, 2018. During the design phase, the project team has conducted over 20 public meetings to gather useful feedback on various project features.
Sierra Nevada Realtors names new president, board of directors for 2020
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 12:07pmCARSON CITY — Sierra Nevada Realtors recently announced their 2020 President and Board of Directors. The President for next year is Claudia Saavedra, who is a Realtor with Charles Kitchen Realty in Carson City, Nev.
Classic Christmas Radio Theater, Mormon Tabernacle to be featured across Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 11:59amThe Nevada Talk Network brings a huge Christmas Wish to the state beginning at noon Christmas Eve until 8 p.m. Christmas night.
Child and Family Services hosts annual Carson City Sweets With Santa
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 10:40amNevada Division of Child and Family Services hosted its annual Sweets With Santa Event Saturday, Dec. 14 in Carson City for the area’s foster youth thanks to our local community partners.
Carson City's Lighthouse Bar to host 'Pink Party' to benefit Carson Tahoe Cancer Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 10:11amThis Saturday, Dec. 21, the Lighthouse Bar in Carson City is hosting a “Pink Party” charity event with money to be donated to the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center.
Carson Intuitive Center Christmas Festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 9:59amYou Are Invited to Carson Intuitive Center ‘s Christmas Festival on Saturday, December 21 from 10am - 3pm
We will be offing:
Readings & Healings
Festive Feasting
Santa Channeling at 1:00pm
Bring a Gift for our Holiday Gift Exchange
See You There!
HO! HO! HO!
Carson Intuitive Center
1800 Williams Street, Suite 207
(stairs to second floor on the right)
(775) 324-2872
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/16/2019 - 7:33pmClouds will roll into the capital city region Tuesday keeping temperatures quite chilly. Happenings around town include organized morning and evening fitness walks, a "Stuff the Bus Toy Drive" at Capital Ford, a Planning Commission meeting on the proposed Andersen Ranch development and a Posada event at Mark Twain Elementary. Plus, the Carson City School Orchestra Program will hold its annual Holiday Concert at the community center, The Peanuts Gang Trio will hold a free holiday concert at Sassafras, and more.
Carson City Polka Dot Powerhouse Women's Group hosts Holiday Lunch Connect
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/16/2019 - 10:24amJoin the Polka Dot Powerhouse Carson City Chapter this Wednesday, Dec. 18 for its Holiday Lunch Connect at Red's Old 395 Grill.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 7:32pmThe countdown to Christmas is on as we head into the first day of the work week. Events around the capital city Monday include a free yoga class offered through Partnership Carson City, the first day kickoff of a Holiday Gift Making Camp at the Brewery Arts Center, a Carson River Trails Project open house hosted by Parks, Recreation and Open Space, a Carson City Democratic luncheon featuring a Bernie Sanders campaign presentation, West Coast swing dancing at Carson Lanes and more.
Muscle Powered hosts Tuesday evening walk in Downtown Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 12:07pmCome join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City. Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building.
Sierra Lutheran English Teacher Selected Carson City Rotary's Teacher of the Month
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 10:10amSierra Lutheran High School English teacher Katie Allin was selected as the Carson City Rotary Club’s Teacher of the Month for December. Allin, who teaches English, has taught for eight years, including three years in Houston, TX. before coming to at Sierra Lutheran in 2014.
Silver Stage High School Named 2019 ESEA National Distinguished School
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 8:23amSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Silver Stage High School has been named a 2019 National Elementary and Secondary Education Act Distinguished School, formerly the National Title I Association. Silver Stage High is an exemplary demonstration of what it means to put students first and student success as the primary goal.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, Dec. 15
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/14/2019 - 10:19pmHappy Sunday Carson City! I don't know about you, but I've had it with this cold weather already! Here are some great events to defy the cold, check below to see what's going on in the Carson City region for Sunday, Dec. 15!
Sunday, December 15