Firkin & Fox
Search and Rescue Geocache Adventure a Big Success
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 10:08pmOn April 27th approximately 80 entrants competed in the Annual Geocache Adventure to help raise funds for the purchase of improved radio equipment for the unit. Entrants of all ages, using GPS and maps competed in a modern day treasure hunt in various public areas of Carson City.
Participants located tokens that were redeemed for poker hands and prizes at Bully’s after the event.
Special thanks to the following merchants and individuals who contributed to the success of the event:
4 Wheel Parts
Action Garage Doors
Adele’s Restaurant
Benson Feed
Brake and Alignment Plus
February beer crawl in Carson City set for Feb. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/07/2013 - 8:47amEvent Date:
February 16, 2013 - 11:00am
The next installment of the Carson City Beer Crawl is set for Feb. 16. Tickets are $10. Participants will receive a wrist band, map and glass to use for $1 refills of 6 ounce samples at multiple downtown Carson City locations.
If you like beer and enjoy good Carson City company, you can pick up your beer glasses beginning at 11am the day of the event at High Sierra Brewing Co. If you have your glass from the previous event, it's only $5.
The Beer Crawl starts at High Sierra Brewing Co., 302 N Carson St. on the corner of Proctor and Main street.
Carson City Ghost Walking Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/29/2013 - 3:07pm
Event Date:
May 25, 2013 - 6:30pm Carson City’s rich and intriguing history is explored and theatrically relived in our seasonal Ghost Walking Tours. The Carson City Ghost Walk is a delightfully spooky and enjoyable way to experience Carson City’s Victorian Era and diverse past.
Hear about lingering spirits of the past, haunted and paranormal stories. This is a spirit lead, guided walking tour of the downtown district’s historic homes. This is a 90-minute guided walking tour leaves rain or shine. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the walk begins.
Tickets:
Opinion: Carson City Mayor's Visit to the CC Men's Club — a discussion of the Master Plan for downtown
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/10/2013 - 12:25amThe Mayor of Carson City was the guest at this week's meeting of the Carson City Men's Club. Per prior agreement he did not give a prepared speech, and after a glowing introduction that gave a brief highlight of his impressive history of accomplishments, he fielded questions from his audience.
Tickets are Still Available for an Evening with Jorma Kaukonen
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/16/2012 - 2:38pm
General admission tickets are still available for Jorma Kaukonen’s performance this Thursday, Oct. 18 at The High Sierra Brewing Company in Carson City. Kaukonen, a founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, is one of the most highly respected interpreters of Americana, Blues and American roots music. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy his music in an intimate, up close setting. The show begins at 8:00pm, doors open at 7 pm.
Meet & Greet with Molly Walt
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/13/2012 - 10:33am
Event Date:
October 15, 2012 - 5:00pm Join Molly for a Meet & Greet on Monday, October 15 from 5-7pm at Firkin & Fox. Meet Molly and learn more about her continued goals for Carson City:
Legendary guitarist on tap at High Sierra Brewing Company
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/22/2012 - 9:38am
Event Date:
October 18, 2012 - 8:00pm At the age of 14, years after requisite piano lessons - and discovering he didn't like the discipline required - Jorma Kaukonen discovered guitar and found it was his instrument.
The now Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, founding member of iconic rock band The Jefferson Airplane and of long-touring band Hot Tuna and legendary guitarist in his own right, plays High Sierra Brewing Company, Thursday, Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. in a show produced by Chili Bop Entertainment.
HopeFest Raises over $50,000 for Cancer Patients
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 9:26am
The Carson Tahoe Health Foundation is pleased to announce net proceeds of over $50,000 for their 2nd Annual Carson City HopeFest fundraiser. This is an increase over last year’s net earnings of $37,000 and like last year, one hundred percent of these proceeds go towards local cancer patients seeking treatment in Carson City. Currently, the CTH Foundation is the only non-profit organization focused on supporting Carson area cancer patients with living expenses.
HopeFest tonight to benefit Carson City area cancer patients
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/04/2012 - 2:31amHope and the promise of it for hundreds of Carson City area cancer patients lands on the lawn of the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center today. HopeFest, an annual benefit concert that will feature the music of Mo5aic and The Cutters, is one of the Carson City's biggest fundraising events with 100 percent of the money raised going directly to supports local cancer patients in need.
Carson City's Ghost Walk
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/14/2012 - 7:10am
Event Date:
June 16, 2012 - 6:30pm Carson City's rich and intriguing history is explored and theatrically relived in the annual Ghost Walk.
This is a delightfully spooky and enjoyable way to experience Carson City's Victorian Era and diverse past. Hear about lingering spirits of the past, haunted and paranormal stories.
Legends of the West Bike and car Fest
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/02/2012 - 1:25pm
Event Date:
June 30, 2012 (All day) Legends of the West Bike & Car Fest
Legends of the West Bike & Car Fest is coming to Carson City on June 30, 2012. The planning for this event is going fast and furious and we are anticipating a great second annual show. This event is being held on June 30, 2012, under the auspices of the Carson City Downtown Business Association and is being managed by Arlington Group Events. The CCSO 9th Annual Extreme Motor Officer Training Challenge will take place at Legends. See these highly trained men and women compete for glory in slow motion!
Carson City Ghost Walk season opens May 26
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/16/2012 - 5:04amCarson City’s rich and intriguing history is explored and theatrically relived in our seasonal Ghost Walking Tours with the first tour taking place on May 26, 2012 at 1 p.m.
The Carson City Ghost Walk is a delightfully spooky and enjoyable way to experience Carson City’s Victorian Era and diverse past. Hear about lingering spirits of the past, haunted and paranormal stories. This is a spirit lead, guided walking tour of the downtown district’s historic homes.
Beer and Pizza Championships
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/07/2012 - 8:01am
Event Date:
March 31, 2012 - 5:30pm The Rotary Club of Carson City and High Sierra Brewing Company presents the Beer and Pizza Championships, March 31 at Carson Mall.
Come and taste the best beer and pizza in the region, and vote for your favorite. You can also enjoy the Final Four on TV at the same time, or take part in basketball shooting contests. There will be a live auction for trips and events, a silent auction for great local gifts, and a drawing for a Samuel Adams trip to Boston.
A partial list of the competitors:
Beers:
High Sierra
Great Basin
Silver Peak
Knee Deep
Buckbean
Pizza:
Firkin & Fox
Paradise Lost: Restaurant in Carson Mall closes
Submitted by admin on Wed, 02/08/2012 - 9:42am
Over the weekend, the Paradise Cove Cafe in Carson Mall closed its doors, the end to a labor of love for owners Doug and Jamesa Cramer.
"Relieved" was the first word Doug said when I asked him how he was doing. The efforts to keep the restaurant in business over the last year and 10 months had clearly taken a toll.
Gold's Gym IHEAL A Thon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 10:42am
Event Date:
October 22, 2011 (All day) Gold's Gym is holding a fundraiser to benefit the victims directly affected by the IHOP tragedy. There are numerous events that we will be doing that day. Among them are: a dunk tank donated by Kemp's Fun Jumpers. The Mayor is going to be in that dunk tank between noon and 1 pm. We have Firkin Fox doing BBQ. There will be a DJ and a popcorn machine. We are holding a "Sponsor A Slacker". That entails people getting sponsored to come to a 45 minute class designed to kick their tails! There is also a "Spin A Thon". Sponsor sheets are available at Gold's Gym.
Cancer Firkin Sucks 5k draws 550 participants
Submitted by admin on Fri, 10/14/2011 - 4:00amThose who live on the west side of Carson City or drove by the Firkin & Fox Saturday morning would have seen more than 550 walkers and runners of all ages dressed in pink to support The Pink Tot...
Jazz through the week in Carson City
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Tue, 08/23/2011 - 2:23pmThis week's music lineup continues as Jazz! Carson City 2011 has several shows planned in the coming days. Jazz! Carson City is a month-long festival hosted by the Mile High Jazz Band Association, Carson City, local businesses, and jazz lovers.
Exploring the ghosts of historic Carson City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 08/18/2011 - 7:37pm
A walk through Carson City’s historic district is always a unique ghostly experience. In preparation for this Saturday's Ghost Walk, check out this blog by Janet Jones, a local psychic medium who has been exploring the spirits of Carson City for more than 20 years.
Tuesday and Wednesday lineup for Jazz! Carson City
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 2:41pmHere's a list of coming Jazz! Carson City events schedule for Tuesday and Wednesday. For details and maps, see jazzcarsoncity.com.
Tuesday
Jazz from 6 to 8 p.m. at Carson Plaza Senior Living, 2120 E. Long St., features performances by Judith Ames and friends. Song stylist Judith Ames has been singing jazz and Latin tunes in multiple languages around the area for the past six years. She will be joined by two fabulous musicians - Rocky Tatarelli, on tenor sax, and Paul January on keys.
Hopefest Event Set to Raise Funds for Local Cancer Patients
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 9:39am
Carson Tahoe Regional Healthcare (CTRH) Foundation introduces, “Hopefest,” a community fundraiser in honor of the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center’s 5th Anniversary. The outdoor event will be held on September 9, 2011, 5 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., on grounds of the Cancer Center, located on the Carson Tahoe Medical Campus. All proceeds from Hopefest will directly support local cancer patients.
Restaurant owner cited for battery
Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/15/2011 - 5:18pm
Yesterday we posted a story that Jim Phalan, owner of Firkin & Fox and High Sierra Brewery, had reported on his Facebook profile that he had been attacked and beaten early Saturday morning in downtown Carson City. He commented on that post that he knew who the attackers were and would press charges.
But, according to the incident report from the Carson City Sheriff's Office, that's only half the story. It turns out that Phalan was cited for battery after he allegedly sucker punched a man sitting at the bar inside the Horseshoe Club. This was after another altercation he had in front of the Blue Bull bar, where he allegedly started a fight with another man.
Carson City restaurant owner injured in attack
Submitted by admin on Sun, 08/14/2011 - 11:04am
We received a report that Jim Phalan, owner of the Firkin & Fox and High Sierra Brewery, was attacked Friday night while walking in downtown Carson City.
Phalen wrote about the attack on his Facebook page:
I'm sure some of you may know that I got jumped last night in between the blue bull and Kim lees sushi on telegraph and 395. I'm okay. I have a shattered nose and a broken foot that both need surgery, received 3
Jazz around Carson City this week
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Tue, 08/09/2011 - 9:46amHere's what's hot on local jazz scene this week in celebration of Jazz! Carson City 2011: The Mile High Jazz Band will gather for Hot August Jazz Tuesday, Aug. 9, from 8:00-10:00 p.m. at Comma Courtyard, 312 S. Carson St.
Ghost walk among the haunted in Carson City on Saturday
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/21/2011 - 5:51pmBy the Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau
Aberrations await and spirits linger during a two-hour walking tour July 23, Aug. 20 and Sept. 24 through the historic district of Carson City.
History and storytelling are the orders of the day on this tour through Victorian-style homes and neighborhoods, where reality and legend come together, leaving ghost walkers to wonder what is truth and what is fiction.
Jazz! Carson City Music Festival 2011 Runs Through August
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/13/2011 - 1:31pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — With the heat of summer sizzling in the Central Valley, August in Nevada's capital city has earned the distinction as the place to cool down and mellow out as the Mile High Jazz Band Association and several local businesses team up for the 8th annual August Jazz Festival.
Working together toward safer streets
Submitted by admin on Fri, 06/03/2011 - 8:34pmBy Steven R. Lasco
As many of you know, May is National Bike Month. Here in Carson City, several events and rides were held, capped by Bike To Work Week from May 16-20 and the celebration on the 20th outside the Firkin & Fox. As reported, about 150 people came by to visit, enjoy others’ bikes, and get a chance to win a raffle prize. The Nevada Legislature passed two bills in its current session that benefit cyclists (see sidebar below).
Firkin Doppelgangers!
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/28/2010 - 9:09am
The old Lucky Spur building downtown has gone through some changes over the years, from the vacant rats' nest, to Stew's Sportatorium, to its current identity of Doppelgangers. And under it's current name, it's seen many changes.
But now it looks like it will have a new owner and new name. Jim Phalan, owner of Firkin & Fox, will be taking over Doppelgangers and converting it to the Knee Deep Brewing Company.
New battlefield for Fridays@3rd Street war: Court
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Sat, 09/11/2010 - 10:40amThe dispute between the Mom & Pop's Diner owner Doug Cramer and Brewery Arts Center director John Procaccini is heading for small claims court.
I wrote about this dispute back in June, adding to the story from the Appeal on the subject.
In short, Cramer signed a contract that included a diagram that showed where the bars operated by Mom & Pop's and Firkin & Fox were to be located. But those locations were changed in a way that Cramer claims was detrimental to his business, cutting off access to the bulk of the crowd. Procaccini admits that changes were made to the bar locations, but doesn't agree that the changes constitutes a breach of contract.
V&T Railroad extends Carson City to Virginia City operations through Dec. 18
Submitted by editor on Fri, 08/27/2010 - 5:10pmThe Virginia & Truckee Railroad will extend its 2010 season to include new “Colors in the Canyon” train rides and will continue Saturday rides through Dec. 18.
The “Sisters in History Route” between Carson City and Virginia City was set to operate through Oct. 31, Nevada Day but due to popular demand as evidenced by many sold-out weekends, the season has been expanded for an additional six weeks, officials announced today.
Music, poetry and jazz concerts through the weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Sam Bauman on Thu, 08/12/2010 - 10:01pmThere's lots of music and entertainment lined up for the weekend, not all in Carson City but certainly nearby. And, of course, the Jazz! Carson City festival continues.
Here's what you'll find this weekend:
— Genoa hosts The Old Time Music Festival in the Town Park Saturday. This is labeled as a celebration of American Roots Music and includes the Quake City Jug Band and banjo star Georgette Hall with her daughter Cecilia Yale. Breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 11. Tickets are $5.
17th Taste of Downtown showcases Carson City's finest food, music and friends
Submitted by admin on Sat, 06/19/2010 - 7:41pm
The 17th Taste of Downtown brought Carson City citizens together again, celebrating what makes the community rich in spirit despite the hard economic times. The annual event brought people of all ages and backgrounds together to celebrate and give to a temendously worthwhile and much-supported organization, Advocates to End Domestic Violence.
The Fridays@3rd Street War
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Fri, 06/11/2010 - 8:52amThe Appeal has a story this morning about Mom & Pop's owner Doug Cramer being pushed out of the Fridays@3rd Street event he started nine years ago.
I've been talking with Doug about this situation, and there are a few interesting things left out of this story.
Local women to fight 'firkin' cancer
Submitted by admin on Sat, 07/11/2009 - 4:01amA group of local women who've dubbed themselves The Pink Totties have teamed up with the The Firkin & Fox and other businesses to put on a 5k breast cancer fundraiser.
