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Bear Country Reminder: Agencies advise public to practice proper food storage, trash disposal
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 2:23pmLake Tahoe agencies remind residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal at all times while in bear country. Intentional or unintentional feeding of bears can result in the bear being killed, fines and possible jail time for violators.
Volunteers invited to Beautification Day this Sunday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 6:38pmThe nonprofit Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey counties is inviting volunteers to help beautify the Dayton Food Pantry, the nonprofit garden center Community Roots & Shoots, and Healthy Communities grounds on Sunday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 209 Dayton Valley Road.
Carson City's Greenhouse Project holds annual Mother's Day Plant Sale
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 05/12/2018 - 12:38pmThe Greenhouse Project helped kick off Mother’s Day weekend in a big way Saturday with its annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale returning to the Carson High Greenhouse in Carson City.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: May 5 - 6
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/04/2018 - 7:19pmNot a cloud in the sky, and yet we have been hit by a perfect storm: Cinco de Mayo, Kentucky Derby Day, and the monthly wine walk have all collided. Let me tell you, downtown is going to be hopping, not to mention the Early Season Farmers Market making its seasonal debut in the parking lot at W. Musser and N. Nevada – just behind Due Sorella. Take the kids down to Bailys Pond at Fuji Park for the annual Tom Brooks Memorial Kids’ Fishing Day. A trip to the train museum comes with the opportunity to ride on the Historic McKeen Motor Car.
JoAnne Skelly: Visit a beautiful garden
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 04/29/2018 - 7:57amI just returned from visiting beautiful gardens filled with amazing tulips, pansies, flowering cherry trees and many other lovely blooms.
They are the Crystal Hermitage Gardens located on the outskirts of Nevada City.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: April 28 -29
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 04/27/2018 - 6:54pmHold onto your hat, Carson City, we’re in for one heck of a weekend. It’ll be cowboy hats and pioneer bonnets in Genoa for Western Heritage Day. Keep an eye out for Mark Twain, plenty of music, and fun for all. Leis are the preferred accessory for Lei Day at the Nevada State Museum where you’ll be treated to Polynesian surprises and free admission. With three local theater groups performing this weekend, you’re sure to find a performance that’s right up your alley. Read on and be prepared to be bombarded with options.
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April showers bring bounty of Nevada native wildflowers
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/26/2018 - 9:37amCARSON CITY — A field of wildflowers is one of the most inspiring scenes you can experience in nature, and springtime in Nevada offers an abundance of opportunities to enjoy these blossoming treasures.
Carson City garden clubs joining forces for Earth Day Garden Festival
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 04/15/2018 - 2:10pmNature lovers will find a variety of ways to celebrate the outdoors during Carson City Historical Society’s Earth Day Garden Festival on April 22.
Planting seeds: Greenhouse Project hosts Early Spring Plant Sale
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/14/2018 - 4:29pmThe Greenhouse Project and Future Farmers of America teamed-up Saturday to host the annual Early Spring Plant Sale at Carson High School, featuring cold-hardy varieties for an early vegetable garden.
Earth Day Garden Festival April 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/12/2018 - 1:52pmThe Carson City Historical Society, along with the Mark Twain Garden Club, the Desert Gardeners and the Sierra Desert Garden Club, is holding a Garden Festival on Earth Day, Sunday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
I Love Carson City’s Easter Weekend Event Summary: March 31 – April 1
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 03/30/2018 - 7:05pmWe’ve got a beautiful spring weekend to enjoy. I’d like to make this easy on you: if you are only looking for Easter-related fun, you’ll find it all HERE in my list of everything Easter. Those events are also included in this list, but there is so much more going on. Take a hike with Muscle Powered, get down to some live music, or cheer on your favorite roller derby girl.
JoAnne Skelly: Lucky Shamrocks
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 03/17/2018 - 9:13amSt. Patrick’s Day is here. The four-leaf clover is a well-known symbol of luck for the Irish and Irish fans everywhere.
While the three-leaf shamrock was a sacred plant to the Druids, Saint Patrick taught that it represented the Holy Trinity.
Free Cooking Class this Monday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/25/2018 - 11:51amDAYTON, Nev. — Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties' free cooking class and dinner is on February 26th at 5:30pm at the Dayton Community Center at 170 Pike Street. This month, the focus is on ‘Boosting Moods With Foods.’
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Feb. 24 - 25
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/23/2018 - 7:00pmFebruary is coming to a close, and we’ve got the chance at a nice weekend. Explore a new trail with Muscle Powered as they take on the Fay-Luther Trail south of Genoa. If you’re in a theater kind of mood, catch the Proscenium Players’ production of ‘Love Letters.’ See what the Nevada Artists Association has been up to during their Grand Re-opening and Winter Art Show Reception this afternoon. Read on and see what options the weekend brings.
SATURDAY:
- — Flying Pig Flea Market at Fuji Park (8am-3pm; $1 admission, kids free)
Carson City show dog Adele wins Best of Breed at Westminster Dog Show in New York
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Tue, 02/13/2018 - 4:20pmAdele, a Spinone Italiano show dog owned by Carson City Deputy Director of Emergency Management Stacey Belt, won best dog out of 12 in her breed Tuesday at the prestigious Westminster Dog Show in New York City.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Jan. 27 – 28
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 01/26/2018 - 3:31pmSunny days in the fifties are okay for spring, but we still need some winter to come our way. Take advantage of the warmer weather during a Winter Hike along Carson Valley’s Pinion Trail with Muscle Powered. Song and dance kids will want to audition for the upcoming performance of ‘Willy Wonka, Jr.’ If you’re a fan of song, but possibly too old to join the Youth Theater Carson City cast, check out the monthly jam in Silver City at their historic School House. All instruments are welcome, in addition to vocalists and those who just want to listen.
Free Cooking Class and Dinner in Dayton this Monday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/21/2018 - 2:22pmDAYTON — The public is warmly invited to join dietitian Kim Mason and chef Cynthia Kroon for a healthy cooking demonstration, followed by dinner, on Monday, Jan. 22, 5:30pm at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street. Bring a friend or meet news ones at the free class. There’s no need to register, and everyone is welcome.
Column: Moveable garden works with, not against nature
Submitted by editor on Sun, 01/14/2018 - 1:00pmI was recently reading a magazine called “Garden Design” that featured award-winning eco-friendly gardens. In it was a story by Louisa Jones about ecologist and landscape architect, Gilles Clément. He is renowned for his concept of the “Moving Garden.” It is a concept of biological gardening, the idea of working with, not against nature.
New Year's Eve 2018: Where to ring in the new year
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sun, 12/31/2017 - 11:11amAre you ready to ring in the new year? 2018 is just around the corner, and there will be plenty of celebrations to choose from. Whether you’re looking to stay close to home or head out into a neighboring valley, you’ll find it right here. Please stay safe: designate a sober drive, call a cab, or get a ride from UBER or LYFT.
AAA TIPSY TOW: 1-800-222-4357 (Free Tow up to 10 miles from 6pm Dec. 31 until 6am Jan. 1 – you do NOT need to be a AAA member. Stay safe tonight!)
CAPITAL CAB: 775-885-0300
CARSON CITY NYE CELEBRATIONS:
I Love Carson City’s New Year’s Weekend Event Summary: Dec. 30 – Jan. 1
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/29/2017 - 7:09pmIt’s finally here, the last weekend of 2017. It’s fairly quiet around town, until Sunday night, that is. Today, Muscle Powered is leading a five-mile half-day hike along Prison Hill. Take advantage of the unseasonably warm weather, and join them. The Carson Nugget is hosting three nights of comedy this weekend: catch Myles Weber on the stage tonight. Head’s up. Galaxy Theater usually plays a movie from the past on Sundays and Wednesdays. This week, we get treated to the Christmas Classic, Die Hard. You won’t want to miss that.
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Senator Square: Carson High School honors biology students interact with nature
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/10/2017 - 12:07amEditor's Note: The following item was written by Emma Doty, Christian Garcia-Perez, and Edwin Vasquez who are Honors Biology students at Carson High School.
Carson High School's honors biology class students recently shared their thoughts on the school's three native habitat gardens that help attract wildlife, expand learning, and benefit the environment.
Free Cooking Class and Dinner this Monday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/09/2017 - 8:38pmDAYTON — The public is warmly invited to join dietitian Kim Mason and chef Cynthia Kroon for a healthy cooking demonstration, followed by dinner, on Monday Dec. 11, 2017 at 5:30pm at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street. The class is completely free, no need to register, and everyone is welcome.
Community Roots and Shoots Hosts Thursday Open House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/04/2017 - 9:14pmDAYTON, Nev. — Community Roots garden center has expanded to offer unique gifts, floral arrangements, and holiday centerpieces and is now located at 209 Dayton Valley Road. Part of the nonprofit Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey, Community Roots and Shoots' proceeds help support community and school gardens, teen job skills programs and more.
State gardening education grants awarded to five Lyon County schools
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Fri, 11/24/2017 - 8:49amFive Lyon County schools were among 48 schools in five Nevada counties awarded grants in support of classroom gardening efforts.
Free Cooking Class and Dinner Monday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/19/2017 - 3:41pmDayton, Nevada– The public is warmly invited to join dietitian Kim Mason and chef Cynthia Kroon for a healthy cooking demonstration, followed by dinner, on Monday November 20, 2017 at 5:30pm at the Dayton Valley Community Center at 170 Pike Street. The class is completely free, no need to register, and everyone is welcome.
JoAnne Skelly column: Protecting your trees in bear country
Submitted by editor on Sat, 11/18/2017 - 12:52pmI live with a bear and I don’t mean my husband. We have lived in west Washoe Valley for 29 years and have only had one or two bears pass through in all those years.
Sierra Nevada Forums presents discussion on 'Living Sustainably' at Carson City's BAC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/12/2017 - 3:05pmSierra Nevada Forums and Capital City Sustainability Partnership will present a discussion on "Living Sustainably" this Tuesday night at Carson City's Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall.
Healthy Communities’ Welcomes VISTA Member Marielle Toll
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/02/2017 - 11:50amHealthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey’s 2017-2018 VISTA staff member is Marielle Toll of Gold Hill, Nev.
“Marielle brings a whole host of skills and talents to the position,” said Healthy Communities’ director Wendy Madson.
Carson City School District's Mark Korinek Earns 2017 Golden Pinecone Sustainability Award
Submitted by editor on Tue, 10/31/2017 - 2:10pmCarson City School District is pleased to announce Director of Operations Mark Korinek as a winner of GreenNevada’s — Growing Resources for Environmental Education in Nevada — 2017 Golden Pinecone Sustainability Award.
JoAnne Skelly: Garden Jargon Quiz
Submitted by editor on Mon, 10/23/2017 - 5:46pmI'm a fan of the Oregon State Extension Service. They have wonderful horticulturists there. I just came across an article by Kym Pokorny titled “What Does That Mean? Experts Take on Gardening Jargon.” Since everyone likes to test their knowledge, see how many of the following gardening words you know: