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Carson Valley Sertoma hosts Oktoberfest on Sept. 17

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September 17, 2022 - 10:00am

Carson Valley Sertoma is hosting an Octoberfest on September 17, 2022. This is the 29th year that the event is being held and this year they are proud to be joining forces with W.A.V.E and Moxy-Up. Oktoberfest is a festive fundraiser serving German foods, Music and fun.

Virtual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights, pictures with Santa and more highlight weekend events in Carson City

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights holiday celebration goes virtual on Friday. Santa Claus will arrive virtually at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada and in-person at Battle Born Harley Davidson on Saturday for pictures with families and kids of all ages. Combined with live music and dinner specials at Living the Good Life, the state capital has events lined up for the holidays! Read on for more information.

Fishing Report: Fish plants are abundant, just in time for Free Admission to Nevada State Parks

Hello fellow anglers. Just got back from Oregon a few weeks ago and the world’s getting a little crazy. It's now fall, and it feels like we missed out on most of summer, between COVID-19 and wildfires, we might have to start doing some praying to get back to some sense of normalcy. We encountered 7 wildfires on our journey.

Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Two husbands

What might Mark Twain say about a serious proposal in China to allow for two husbands? First let us take a look at the proposal, recommended by a professor of economics at Fudan University in this summer of 2020.

Organizers of The Great Reno Balloon Race cancel 2020 spectator event

In the wake of the global pandemic, and after looking at many strategies to hold the 39th event, The Great Reno Balloon Race has determined that it cannot safely and financially hold the 2020 spectator event.

150th anniversary of Carson City Mint happens this Tuesday

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February 4, 2020 - 9:30am

It is one thing to study history; it is another witness it. Visitors to the Nevada State Museum in Carson City this Tuesday, Feb. 4, will find themselves in history’s front row as the museum celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint. Just as it did 150 years earlier to the day, the Mint’s Coin Press No. 1 will be pressing silver coins, complete with the famous “CC” mint mark.

Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, Jan. 12

Good morning, Carson City, and happy Sunday! On the schedule today we hav a Bridal Fair, Community Yoga, bike rides, and more! Check below to see what's going on for Sunday, Dec. 12.

Sunday, December 12

Events and Happenings in the Carson City region for Saturday, January 11

Happy Saturday Carson City! We have a bunch of great events going on in the region throughout the weekend, so check below to see what’s happening!

Famed country rock band at Silver City, early Carson City history, live comedy and more this weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Nevada Artists Association New Year’s Show, and there’s a historical Curry family presentation at the Nevada State Museum. Famed country rock band I See Hawks in L.A. perform at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse on Saturday. Combined with live music at Bella Vita Bistro, there’s plenty to do and see around the state capitol. Read on for more.

Dayton Wedding Faire this Sunday at Mark Twain Community Center

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January 12, 2020 - 12:00pm

We're bringing our very own bridal faire to Dayton this Sunday, Jan. 12, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Mark Twain Community Center. We will have several vendors there to chat with you and to help you get started on your wedding planning.
Free admission, free parking and raffles, too. Vendor participation is free.

Carson City School Orchestra Program to hold annual Holiday Concert on Dec. 17

Carson HS Combined Orchestras - Oct. 15, 2019
Eagle Valley MS Chamber Orchestra - Oct. 15, 2019
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December 17, 2019 - 6:30pm

The Orchestra Program of the Carson City School District will hold its Holiday Concert on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 6:30 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center.

Touched by Angels in Carson City hosts Saturday home and garden craft show

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November 16, 2019 - 10:00am

Touched by Angels in Carson City will host a Home and Garden Craft Show this Saturday at 205 East John Street. Celebrating its 9th year, the show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be great food and a raffle. See the beautiful creations of 29 local artisans metal work, bird houses, local honey, jewelry and much more.

First Annual Indigenous Peoples' Heritage Day scheduled at Carson City Children's Museum

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November 16, 2019 - 10:00am

The Carson City Children's Museum will be partnering with the Washoe Tribe to bring crafts, performances, play and education to the community during the first annual Indigenous Peoples' Heritage Day.

Participants can come in from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. on November 16th, 2019 to enjoy all that the museum and this event has to offer.

The entire day will have free admission thanks to the event's sponsors and Silver State Government Relations.

Nevada Arts Council hosts November grants workshops

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November 5, 2019 (All day)

CARSON CITY, Nevada – Artists, educators, nonprofit organizations and public institutions interested in funding from the the Nevada Arts Council are encouraged to participate in one of its free grants workshops scheduled throughout the state in November.

Nevada State Museum gears up for Dia de los Muertos celebration tonight, Saturday

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November 1, 2019 (All day)
November 2, 2019 (All day)

The 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!

Parade and carnival, Pow Wow, pancakes and more: Carson City set for Nevada Day weekend

Heading 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.

Nevada Day 2019: Activities lineup, start times and more featured around Carson City

The Silver State celebrates its birthday this week in Carson City and will put on a statehood celebration like no other as Nevada Day comes into full swing, featuring the annual parade down Carson Street on Saturday, a carnival at Mills Park, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, activities for adults and kids, contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit every wild hair.

Senator Square: Carson High School's Future Health Professionals winners named

The results of the Carson High Schol HOSA Future Health Professionals career display winners are in, and the 1st Place winners are Faith Luis and Ava Ponczoch, 2nd Place are Millie Arroyo and Julia Kaiser, and 3rd Place winners are Brooklyn Robertson and Nick Batien.

Halloween, Nevada Day and more: All the information you need for Carson City during the next spooky weeks

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October 16, 2019 (All day)
October 23, 2019 (All day)
October 30, 2019 (All day)

It's that spooky time again, when the leaves begin to fall, Nevada Day is gearing up to bring us the best parade in the state, and our little ghouls and goblins are putting together their terrifying and adorable costumes in preparation for sugary chaos.

Here is all the information you'll need to know during the next few weeks regarding Halloween, Nevada Day, and more.

Casino Fandango in Carson City announces 2019 Oktoberfest events

CARSON CITY — Get ready for more beer, brats and oompah bands! The Casino Fandango 6th annual Oktoberfest is Saturday, Oct. 5 and Sunday, Oct. 6. This annual event will be from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and admission is free.

Casino Fandango Oktoberfest

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Repeats every day until Sun Oct 06 2019 .
October 5, 2019 (All day)
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October 6, 2019 (All day)

CARSON CITY, NV—Get ready for more beer, brats and oompah bands! The Casino Fandango 6th annual Oktoberfest is Saturday October 5th and Sunday October 6th. This annual event will be from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and admission is free.

Pooches, pin ups, produce and more: events for Carson City on Saturday, September 21

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a bunch of great events going on today including Rockabilly Riot day three, the annual Pooch Plunge, and much more!


Saturday, September 21

Rockabilly Riot, cancer awareness fitness events, Dayton Valley Days and more: Carson City region set for jam-packed weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Rockabilly Riot car show, Dayton Valley Days, a pancreatic cancer awareness walk at Silver Oak Golf Course, the annual Pooch Plunge at the Carson Aquatic Facility, horse endurance races in Virginia City, history talks at Mormon Station Park and much more!

Nevada State Museum joins in Smithsonian’s ‘Museum Day’ this Saturday in Carson City

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September 21, 2019 - 8:30am

The Nevada State Museum, Carson City will open its doors for free to all Museum Day ticketholders this Saturday, Sept. 21 as part of Smithsonian magazine’s 15th annual Museum Day.

Museum Day is a national celebration of boundless curiosity in which participating museums emulate the free admission policy at the Smithsonian Institution’s Washington DC-based museums.

Home & Garden Craft Show

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September 14, 2019 - 10:00am

Home and Garden Craft Show, Saturday September 14 from 10am to 4pm, sponsored by Touched By Angels, 205 E John Street, Carson City.

Come and help us celebrating our 8th year. See the beautiful creations of 25 local artisans, with metal work, bird houses, local honey, jewelry and much more. Live music by Sables Harp playing country, rock and pop. Free horse drawn wagon rides, and food by Lady Griller, plus raffle for a great prize.

Facebook.com/touchedbyangelscarsoncity

Silver State Art Festival coming to Carson City's Fuji Park Sept. 13-15

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Repeats every day until Mon Sep 16 2019 . Also includes Sat Sep 14 2019, Sun Sep 15 2019.
September 13, 2019 (All day)
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September 14, 2019 (All day)
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September 14, 2019 (All day)
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September 15, 2019 (All day)
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September 15, 2019 (All day)
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September 16, 2019 (All day)

The 2019 Silver State Art Festival is the third annual gathering in Carson City of award-winning gourd artists, painters, photographers, wood, glass and metal artists and from all over the Southwest. The festival runs Sept. 13-15 at Fuji Exhibit Hall, Park & Pavilion in Carson City.

Senator Square: Carson High School seniors rise with the sun

Watching them gather, wearing pajamas, wrapped in blankets, and celebrating the beginning of their senior year, the Class of 2019-2020 gathered together at 6:00 a.m. Aug. 30 on the bleachers of the Carson High School football field to watch the sun rise; it is the beginning of their last year at CHS, and, for some of them, their last year as students who were raised within the Carson City School District, students who went from kindergarten at Mark Twain Elementary to Carson Middle School and have spent the last three years at CHS.

Fall for Tahoe South's Secret Season: Labor Day through October

As 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 Library Exhibit Displays Gourd Art

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August 16, 2019 - 10:00am

Members of the Nevada Gourd Society have a wonderful display of gourd art in the Carson City Library. The local group is known as the Great Basin Gourd Patch meet monthly in the Johnson Lane area to share and learn techniques used on gourds. The exhibit in the library will be on display until the end of August. You don’t want to miss all this art!

Events around the Carson City area for Sunday, July 7

Heading into Sunday, July 7, 2019 activities lined up around the Carson City region feature a Muscle Powered bike ride, train rides, the final day of the carnival at Mills Park, music, concerts and more. Look for sunny skies and a daytime high in the low to mid 80s. Enjoy your day.

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