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Rare B-17 Flying Fortress to arrive Sept. 22 at Carson City Airport for flights, tours
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/05/2015 - 12:16pmFor America's young men 70 years ago, their thoughts weren't on college and careers. They were focused on survival and a battle bigger than any of them individually during World War II.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: August 15-16
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/14/2015 - 8:11pmIt’s a blast from the past weekend. Get started with some history at the Dangberg Home Historic Ranch with the Naughty Tea Mistresses. A walking tour of our haunted past begins at the corner of Third and Curry with the Downtown Ghost Walk. Celebrate Prohibition-style at the Brewery Arts Center: the annual Speakeasy Swing Dance Party wants to see you in your finest zoot suit or flapper dress. Head back to the Eighties at Living the Good Life; DJ Bobby G is spinning the hits from yesteryear.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: July 11-12
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 07/10/2015 - 8:35pmI hope you’re hungry, Carson City. Hungry and adventurous. The annual Chili Cook-off and Craft Fair hits Glen Eagles this weekend, and there will be plenty to sample. If you need something cold to drink, head to 7-ELEVEN for a free small slushee from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. in celebration of Seven Eleven Day. The Farmers Market is always a good bet on Saturday mornings for sampling all the yummy stuff that grows nearby.
SATURDAY:
- EAA Sierra Chapter #403 Young Eagle Flights (Weather Permitting; open to ages 8-17; registration 8am at the Airport Terminal Building, orientation 8:30am; free) Coffee and Donuts (8am-12pm, all welcome) at 2500 E. College Pkwy
- Garage Sale to benefit CASI (Carson Animal Shelter Initiative) at 611 Marsh Road, located at the end of East Fifth St. (8am-?)
The Carson City Airport Hosts Annual Open House displaying aircrafts and other activities
Submitted by Rachel Spacek on Sat, 06/20/2015 - 12:21pmAirplane owners, their aircrafts, old cars and motocycles, pilots, sponsors, vendors and guests of all ages can be found at the Carson City Airport grounds today, Saturday, for the airport's annual open house.
Planes will take to the skies through 4 p.m. The event is free and guests can can participate in interactive activities and magnificent displays the open house offers.
‘Tin Goose’ Ford Tri-Motor Tours this weekend at the Carson City Airport
Submitted by Rachel Spacek on Sat, 06/13/2015 - 11:40amA week before the Carson City Airport Open House, aviation enthusiasts can get a thrill of the vintage aircraft variety this weekend aboard the "Tin Goose." The airplane will soar Saturday and Sunday over the capital city, taking community members on rides both days.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: June 13-14
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 06/12/2015 - 2:54pmI don’t mean to make this hard on you, but you have some decisions to make. All day, all night, all weekend long, there are numerous activities throughout our area. Take a good look at the list, grab your friends, family, and kids, and have a great weekend. The Experimental Aircraft Association is hosting the Ford Tri-Motor this weekend, and has Young Eagles flights for the kids: registration and orientation is at 8 a.m. Head over to Eagle Valley Golf for free family golf day.
Carson City Airport Announces 2015 Open House Event
Submitted by Rachel Spacek on Mon, 06/08/2015 - 3:40pmWith hopes of generating enthusiasm among young people and using themes of robotics, aviation and aerospace to do it, Carson City Airport's annual open house returns to the skies above the capital city on Saturday, June 20, after a year hiatus.
More than 6,000 visitors attended the event in 2013. This year’s open house, which runs from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., is free to the public. Activities will feature interactive displays, flybys, plane and helicopter demonstrations, robotics demonstrations, food and beverages, bounce house and many more family activities.
Thursday, April 30: What's happening and things to do around Carson City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/30/2015 - 6:09amCan you believe that it’s the last day of April? The last few months have zipped right along while we were waiting for winter, but now it’s time to start embracing spring before summer arrives. The annual Genoa Cowboy Festival kicks off tonight with a Barn Dance and Bar-be-que, and Virginia City hosts its famous Chili on the Comstock competition this weekend, but Carson City has a great line up of fun for you, as well, this weekend. Start out with some great live music tonight with the Trippin King Snakes at Carson Cigar Co., Chris Costa at Living the Good Life, or Glen Eagle’s regulars, Terri Campillo and Craig Fletcher.
THURSDAY:
- Outdoor Pools: Half-Price for Everyone at the Carson Hot Springs (7am-10pm)
- Fifth Annual Dining Out For Life at Adele’s (25% of proceeds donated for breakfast, lunch, or dinner)
Thursday, April 30: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 04/30/2015 - 5:29amCan you believe that it’s the last day of April? The last few months have zipped right along while we were waiting for winter, but now it’s time to start embracing spring before summer arrives. The annual Genoa Cowboy Festival kicks off tonight with a Barn Dance and Bar-be-que, and Virginia City hosts its famous Chili on the Comstock competition this weekend, but Carson City has a great line up of fun for you, as well, this weekend. Start out with some great live music tonight with the Trippin King Snakes at Carson Cigar Co., Chris Costa at Living the Good Life, or Glen Eagle’s regulars, Terri Campillo and Craig Fletcher.
THURSDAY:
- Outdoor Pools: Half-Price for Everyone at the Carson Hot Springs (7am-10pm)
- Fifth Annual Dining Out For Life at Adele’s (25% of proceeds donated for breakfast, lunch, or dinner)
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: March 14-15
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/13/2015 - 5:40pmIf you have the kind of luck that brings rain as soon as you wash your car, please drive over to Squeaky’s Car Wash at the corner of Highway 50 E and Lompa Lane. It’s their opening weekend and they are offering free car washes and raising funds for the Carson City Community Counseling Center.
If you consider yourself adventurous, then the Rocky Mountain Oyster Fry in Virginia City is for you. It’s not nicknamed the Testicle Festival for nothing! If you need some liquid courage, take part in the Ball Breaker Saloon Crawl. The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade heads down C Street at noon.
South Lake Tahoe air show officials monitor King Fire developments; blaze prompts free admission to Saturday event
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/18/2014 - 1:12pmSmoke from the King Fire that originated in Pollock Pines has entered the Lake Tahoe Basin and is affecting visibility and air quality. City officials are closely monitoring the King Fire along with wind patterns from NOAA, visibility with the FAA and local and State law enforcement.
Carson City makes 'flight plan for the future' with Saturday's aviation open house
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/14/2013 - 8:06amThe aviation community soars again at the Carson City Airport this Saturday with its "Flight Plan for the Future" open house — a family favorite among airplane, aircraft and aerospace enthusiasts of all ages.
The annual free event runs from 8:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Carson City Airport, 2600 College Parkway. More than 4,000 visitors attended in 2012, and this year’s open house promises plenty of excitement with dozens of aircraft on display and FREE plane rides for children 8-17 years of age.
Carson City Airport 'Flight Plan for the Future' Open House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/15/2013 - 12:59pmThe Carson City Airport announces the schedule of its Annual Open House. This year’s theme is “Flight Plan for the Future” and is being held on Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 8:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. The Open House takes place at the Carson City Airport, 2600 College Parkway, Carson City, Nevada. Over 4,000 visitors attended in 2012, and this year’s event, which is free to the public, is expected to be even more exciting and popular.
Carson City Airport "Capital Wings" open house
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 7:07amCarson City Airport "Capital Wings" Open House - 8 a.m. till 3 p.m. FREE to the public. The Open House takes place at the Carson City Airport, 2600 College Parkway. Activities include flybys, plane and helicopter demonstrations, plane and hot air balloon rides, food and beverages in a day filled with family activities.
Proceeds raised through raffle and t-shirt sales will be donated to local area non-profit organizations. The event kicks off at 8:00 A.M. with a pancake breakfast provided by Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA).
Carson City Airport "Capital Wings" Open House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/02/2012 - 1:05pmCarson City Airport Announces Open House Event-Capital Wings 2012
Community Event is FREE to the Public, and includes flybys, plane/helicopter demonstrations and much more.
Pilot Hero 'Sully' Sullenberger to Discuss Thunderbird Preservation; tickets now available
Submitted by editor on Wed, 08/24/2011 - 4:00amCaptain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, the pilot who calmly and heroically landed his jetliner on New York’s Hudson River saving all 155 passengers and crew on board, will speak in Incline Village at a benefit for the Thunderbird Preservation Society on Saturday, Sept. 3.
The man who redefined “hero” on January 15, 2009, will discuss the importance of core values, including the preservation of vintage Americana – specifically Lake Tahoe’s historic Thunderbird Lodge and Yacht.
Open House at Carson City Airport
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/16/2010 - 10:00amFlights of fancy and aviation demonstrations will be on tap Saturday at the Carson City Airport Open House from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event and parking is free and open to the public.
Festivities will include skydiving demonstrations, fly-bys, model aircraft demonstrations, static displays, hot-air balloon rides and lots of food and snack vendors.