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Drive-thru Santa's Village at V&T Railway, Living Nativity, Carson Mall Craft Fair, K9 portrait fundraiser highlight weekend activities around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/10/2020 - 10:47pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Several fundraisers, including the annual “Share Your Christmas” Food Drive will be available throughout the Carson City, Minden and Reno areas on Friday. You can visit the North Pole safely as part of a drive-thru Santa's Village experience at V&T Railway in Carson City, beginning Friday into the weekend. A living nativity scene will be featured at First United Methodist Church on Saturday and Sunday. Combined with train rides in Virginia City, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Harvest Festival at Carson City’s Nevada State Railroad Museum continues through this weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/17/2020 - 12:49pmThe very cute Harvest Festival continues through this weekend at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City.
Festivities include train rides, a pumpkin patch, vendors, face painting and more!
Mardi Gras at Rue Bourbon Reno
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/17/2020 - 6:54pmCome celebrate Mardi Gras Weekend at Rue Bourbon. Did you know that “Rue Bourbon” is French for “Bourbon Street?” So why would you go anywhere else to celebrate Mardi Gras!?!
We will be bringing the best of New Orleans to Reno all weekend long!
This is our biggest celebration of the year, with events happening ALL WEEKEND!!
Live music, crawfish boil, face painting, revival brunch, Fat Tuesday, and more!!
FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 21st
Starting at 5pm - Mardi Gras Kick-Off
Our weekend celebration kicks off with drink specials, Polaroid photo ops, and more!!
Sierra Lutheran, Bethlehem Lutheran school to be featured at National School Choice Fair
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/12/2020 - 6:27pmSierra Lutheran High School and Bethlehem Lutheran School will be two of the schools showcased at the National School Choice Fair on Saturday, February 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Whitney Peak Hotel in Reno.
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.
Posada Event at Mark Twain Elementary to Increase Family Involvement
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/13/2019 - 10:52amCarson City, Nev. (Dec. 13, 2019) — Administrators and educators at Carson City’s Mark Twain Elementary School will host Posada 2019, Tuesday, Dec. 17, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The event, open to all students and families, is part of the English Second Language (ESL) Department’s iCan Initiative designed to increase parent and family involvement for students and to help reinforce and extend learning taught during regular classroom instruction. It will include piñatas, face painting, traditional Hispanic holiday food and music, family activities, photos and more.
Santa Claus is coming to Carson Kids Dental
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 11:16amSanta Claus is visiting Carson Kids Dental, 1621 E. William Street, Carson City this Friday, Dec. 13 from 4 to 7 p.m. Everyone is invited, you do not need to be a patient to attend! Free pictures with Santa, Milk and Cookies, and Santa is bringing his Face Painting Elf along too! Every child gets to pick a gift to take home with them!
Nevada State Museum gears up for Dia de los Muertos celebration tonight, Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 1:54pmThe Nevada State Museum in Carson City is gearing up for its 13th annual Dia de los Muertos celebration, an all ages event with free admission to the entire museum!
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.
‘Day of the Dead’ community event featured at Nevada State Museum in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 10:27amOne of Northern Nevada’s most popular cultural events — the annual Day of the Dead Community Celebration — returns to Carson City Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2, to the Nevada State Museum with a plethora of family friendly activities.
Snowmaking begins at Tahoe resorts, opening dates set for Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 2:34pmCold temperatures and dry air have created ideal conditions for making snow in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Heavenly Mountain Ski Resort, Northstar California Resort and Kirkwood Mountain Resort all plan to take advantage of this week’s cool weather window to build a solid base for the upcoming 2019-20 winter season.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, Oct. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 6:48amGood day Carson City, we hope you are enjoying your Nevada Day weekend. It is Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019. Events around the capital city area include a post Nevada Day Trash Mob cleanup, a morning bike ride, Pow Wow activities at the MAC, the RSVP carnival at Mills Park as well as as tours of the Wungnema House, also in the park, Thomas the Train activities Virginia City and more. It will be a much cooler day weather wise, so dress warm. Enjoy.
Parade and carnival, Pow Wow, pancakes and more: Carson City set for Nevada Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 6:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region Friday through Sunday to celebrate Nevada Day. Activities include the annual parade down Carson Street, a carnival at Mills Park, the 30th annual Nevada Day Classic, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, beard and rock drilling contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit kids and adults of all ages.
Pancakes, Art, Golf and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 12:26amGood morning Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events this Saturday, so check below for a list of delightful fall activities!
Family train rides in Carson City, Virginia City plus ghost walk, art fair and lots of pumpkins as region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 6:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!
Harvest Train weekend coming to Carson City railroad museum
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 11:20amThe Nevada State Railroad Museum Carson City is packing a whole lot of family fun into its annual Harvest Train festivities this year.
Sierra Lutheran High School hosts 2nd annual Christ is Christmas Craft Fair Nov. 9-10
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 10:08amSierra Lutheran High School will host the 2nd Annual Christ IS Christmas Craft Fair November 9-10 in the Norm Brauer Gymnasium from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday and 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
A wide variety of over 40 vendors offering everything from handmade Christmas decorations and gifts, to food samples, to art and jewelry booths and much more will be on display throughout the weekend.
40th Annual IVNS Pumpkin Patch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 7:39pmPumpkin patch with a huge selection of pumpkins, pumpkin decorating, carnival games, face painting, bounce houses, pony rides, bungee trampoline, rock climbing, live bluegrass with Kyle Ledson, Incline Mariachi Band, IHS Jazz Band, magician, balloon twisting, Bam Dog food truck, Tahoe Empanadas, BBQ, beer garden, silent auction, raffle, local craft vendors, and MORE! Admission is FREE and tickets to participate in activities can be purchased at the gate.
More Info
http://ivns.vhost4.sierraweb.com/pumpkin-patch/
location
Incline Park
939 Southwood Blvd, Incline Village, NV 89451
Fall for Tahoe South's Secret Season: Labor Day through October
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/25/2019 - 10:48amAs summer winds down, fall events in Tahoe South are ramping up. And the secret’s out: Fall in Tahoe South is one of the most idyllic times to visit with mild weather, off-season lodging rates, more beach space and numerous events starting Labor Day Weekend.
Carson City’s Petsmart hosts ‘Clear the Shelter’ carnival fundraiser and adoption event Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/17/2019 - 12:19pmFrom 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday Carson City’s Petsmart next to Lowe’s is hosting a “Clear the Shelter” carnival-themed adoption and fundraiser event.
“It’s our first year joining the event,” said Petsmart Manager Rachel Garcia. “We have several different shelters here along with food, face painting, and more.”
For The Books: End of Summer Learning Challenge party celebrated at Carson City Library
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/12/2019 - 3:56pmIt was gathering for the books and the sky. The Carson City Library concluded its Summer Learning Challenge on Saturday by throwing a party. The get-together celebrated youth participating in library activities that focused on space and science themes throughout summer.
August Wine Walk, Farmer’s Market, Hot August Nights and more: Events for Saturday, Aug. 3 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/02/2019 - 10:23pmHappy Saturday Carson City! It’s going to be a hot, sunny summer day in the capital city with a high of 94. We’ve got a ton of great events to attend, so make sure to bring some sunscreen!
Here’s what we have planned for the rest of the weekend:
Saturday, August 3
Hot August Nights, outdoor concerts, park history walks and more: Carson City region in store for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/01/2019 - 6:03pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days, including Hot August Nights Kickoff Rallies in Virginia City, history walks at Mormon Station Park, pickleball at the Carson City MAC, concerts at the Brewery Arts Center and TJ’s Corral, a Muscle Powered Sunday morning bike ride and more!
Carson City Library to host end of Summer Learning Challenge wrap-up party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/31/2019 - 10:57amThe Carson City Library is gearing up for back to school with an end of summer party on Saturday, August 10. Youth participating in library activities this summer as part of the Summer Learning Challenge are encouraged to dress up as their favorite sci-fi character and join staff to wrap up the summer devoted to space and science themes.
Carson City Pediatric Dentistry accepting appointments for new Dayton practice
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/26/2019 - 3:43pmCarson City Pediatric Dentistry is now accepting appointments for its new Dayton practice, Dayton Pediatric Dentistry, which opens Tuesday, Aug. 6. The office is located at 6 Pinecone Rd, Ste #2, in the Smith’s Shopping Center.
Dayton Pediatric Dentistry, the only pediatric dentist provider in Dayton, celebrates its grand opening with a family friendly open house event on Saturday, Aug. 3, from 1-3 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Office tours and snow cones will be provided by Dayton Pediatric Dentistry, and Dayton Valley Lion’s Club will be on site to provide goodie bags and face painting for kids.
National Night Out: A Celebration of Community Policing and Safety Efforts
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 07/20/2019 - 9:03amThe 17th annual National Night Out, hosted by the National Association of Town Watch and the Carson City Sheriff's Office, will be held Tuesday, August 6, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mills Park, Carson City, Nevada.
Carson City's Lone Mountain Veterinary celebrates AAHA Day with Sunday celebration
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 5:29pmCARSON CITY — Lone Mountain Veterinary Hospital is hosting a family fun day on Sunday, July 21 to celebrate American Animal Hospital Association Accredited Hospital Day.
AAHA-Accredited Hospital Day is a day to celebrate champions for excellent care. The event takes place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lone Mountain Veterinary Hospital, 780 College Parkway in Carson City.
WNC to Host Community Night, Journey of Hope this Friday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 3:57pmCombine a night of family friendly activities, refreshments and a great cause with a chance to learn more about Western Nevada College, and what do you have? Community Night and Journey of Hope, of course.
Carson City community partners to create first bee habitat, celebration ceremony Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/02/2019 - 12:30pmCarson City was named the first Bee City in Nevada last fall, recognizing the important contributions of bee pollinators. When members of the Carson City Leadership Class of 2019 discovered Carson City had become our nation’s 76th Bee City, nothing could BEE dearer to their hearts.