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Poker Run, Street Food Fest, first AMP concert and more: Events in Carson City for Saturday, June 22
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/22/2019 - 12:28amHappy Saturday, Carson City! There are a ton of events going on in our beautiful capital city today as we officially head into summer following yesterday's solstice. On the docket today we have the first of the Levitt-AMP Concert Series at the Brewery Arts Center, a charity poker run, a street food fest, and more! Check below to see whats happening this weekend.
Saturday, June 22
Brewfest, Antsy McClain and more: Carson City area events celebrate first summer weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 6:28pmHeading into the weekend, there's a bevy of events around the Carson City region that brings a cool breeze to the first three days of summer. The 16th Motor Officer Challenge kicks off Friday at 7 a.m. at Mills Park. Lace up the shoes for a Friday morning walk at East Silver Saddle Ranch hosted by Muscle Powered.
Carson City Chamber honors Best of the Best at annual meeting
Submitted by admin on Fri, 06/14/2019 - 11:39amWith some help from the Ghost of Mark Twain, Carson City Chamber of Commerce celebrated its accomplishments for the year at their annual meeting Thursday evening at The Martin Hotel Restaurant.
Summer Challenge Kick Off Party one of over 20 events happening today in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/08/2019 - 12:01amHappy Saturday Carson City! It’s shaping up to be a truly beautiful Spring day today in our capital city with a high of 70 degrees, and full sun. There’s over twenty items on our list for today, and even more for Sunday! Check below to see what’s going on today!
Saturday, June 8
Carson Valley Days headlines jam-packed three days around the Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 5:23pmWith the weather reaching the mid-80s, now is the perfect time to get out and explore during a jam-packed three days around the Carson City region. Friday has plenty of events to get you to the weekend.
Free art and music events across Carson City this Friday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/05/2019 - 2:39pmSeveral art and music events in Carson City on Friday, June 7 are perfectly timed so you can attend all three. Drop by for appetizers and see the "Translating Silver City" art show at City Hall from 3 to 4:30 p.m., then view Capital City Art Initiative's "New Crop 2019" exhibition and meet the artists over a glass of wine at the nearby reception at the Court House Gallery from 5 to 7 p.m. Finish the night with a free concert by Athena McIntyre at McFadden Plaza near The Fox Brewpub from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m.
'Discover Nevada State Parks' brings statewide free park admission, fishing this Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 10:57amLace up your walking shoes, pack a lunch, grab a fishing pole and head to any of Nevada's public parks this Saturday, June 8 for “Discover Nevada State Parks” day. Visitors will receive free day-use admission at all of Nevada’s State Parks and the opportunity to fish without a license throughout the Silver State.
Carson City Ghost Walk returns for 27th year with spooky stories, history and lore
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/01/2019 - 10:48pmFor the 27th year, the Carson City Ghost Walk returned to the capital city Saturday at McFadden Plaza.
Events and happenings for Saturday, June 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:27pmGood morning Carson City, and happy June! We have a ton of events going on today in our beloved capital city, with the June wine walk, the first day of the farmer’s market, a brew fest at Fuji park, and more! With a high of 75, it’s shaping up to finally start to feel like summer (knock on wood).
Events, happenings and more around the Carson City area this Friday through Sunday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 4:43pmHeading into a jam-packed weekend of events around the Carson City region, there's a bevy of activities Friday to get your started. Lace up your shoes for a morning walk at Riverview Park, and then head on over to the Nevada State Museum for a coin press demonstration, and tours that explore anthropology and Nevada history. Later there's a cruise night gathering at Carson Mall to benefit Safe Grad Night, an Italian dinner fundraiser at the Governor's Mansion to benefit Carson City's homeless, live music at Living the Good Life and A to Zen, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club, and much more. Read on and enjoy!
Spooky history returns Saturday with the 27th year of Carson City Ghost Walk Tours
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 10:15amFor the 27th year, the spookiest historical tour of the capital city is returning this Saturday, June 1 with the Carson City Ghost Walk.
The Carson City Ghost Walk is a seasonal historical tour of Carson City’s west side, a walking history lesson with a touch of the supernatural.
Carson City Chamber to graduate 30th Leadership class, ghost of Mark Twain to host
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 4:56pmNew leaders from all walks of life will be honored for the time they spent over the past 9 months learning about Carson City during the 2019 Leadership Institute Class Graduation, the 30th graduation to date.
Discover Nevada State Parks Day features free admission to all Nevada State Parks
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 3:45pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — Nevada residents and visitors are invited to “Discover Nevada State Parks” on Saturday, June 8. Park visitors will receive free day-use admission and free fishing (no license required) at all of Nevada’s State Parks.
Bowers Mansion Civil War Reenactment sure to be a blast this weekend
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 05/14/2019 - 11:41amBowers Mansion Regional Park will kick off its 2019 tour season with a Civil War reenactment this Saturday, May 18, followed by the first Programs on the Porch on May 24.
Hosted by Bowers Mansion Regional Park and Washoe County Parks and Open Space, the event is sure to be a blast, and not just because cannons were definitely a part of the civil war.
Explore Carson City and the Silver State: Historic, archaeological treasures abound in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/07/2019 - 10:09amCARSON CITY — Since the early 1980s, May has been a month for celebrating historic preservation and archaeology in Nevada. This May, the Nevada Department of Conservation & Natural Resources’ State Historic Preservation Office encourages Nevadans to explore and discover the amazing historic and archeological resources that exist throughout the State.
Nevada blooms with spring adventure: Search for gems, see wildlife, bag a peak or road trip
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/25/2019 - 12:21pmCARSON CITY — Rockhounds, nature-lovers and adventure-seekers have their fun cut out for them this spring in the Silver State. Rounding out the recreation: a tasty food and beverage scene and a calendar full of festivals. All you need for spring in Nevada is a map, a buddy and a knockout playlist for your road trip. Here, TravelNevada offers suggestions for an epic experience.
Nevada Film Office to pitch Silver State to Hollywood TV, film executives at conference
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 1:45pmNevada Film Office officials are heading to Los Angeles next week to pitch Nevada’s many iconic locations to executive-level film and television decision makers from Netflix, YouTube, Warner Brothers, Marvel Studios and others during AFCI Week.
New Nevada Visitor’s Guide showcases road trip itineraries, debuts icon-based format
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/04/2019 - 5:03pmCARSON CITY — Intriguing towns, oddball attractions and miles of all-to-yourself highways make the case for Nevada as the road trip capital of the United States. The new Nevada Visitor’s Guide supports that claim with itineraries for 10 adventure-filled road trips, from the Death Drive to the Loneliest Road in America.
Native flowers: What every Nevada bloom lover should know
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/13/2019 - 12:41pmIn Nevada, the most parched state in the nation, flowers grow under rocks. They bloom in ghost towns, wave atop mountains, and bud under neon lights. Explorer John Charles Frémont began cataloging the flora that flourish throughout the State in the 1840s.
Wild West 2019 on the Comstock: Virginia City special event tickets now available
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 12:08pmVirginia City is known for two things: mining history and quirky, off-the-wall events. In 2019, those two things are joined together with the announcement of the historic Nevada town’s annual special events lineup and online ticket sales.
Christmas Greetings
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 9:14amAs we approach the holiday season and Christmas draws nigh, let us share with you some Christmas memories.
Both Ron and James grew up in the same area of the country, albeit at different times. Ron grew up in the 1950s and 1960s in a small town in Illinois across the Mississippi River from St. Louis. James grew up during the 1970s in a suburban area of the city on the Missouri side of the river. James’s mother even attended the high school that was the arch-rival to Ron’s in his sports, cross-country and track.
Nevada Lore Series: the Haunting of the Gold Hill Hotel, Nevada's Oldest Hotel
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 12:25pmThe Historic Gold Hill Hotel — the oldest Hotel in Nevada, first known as the Riesen House — can be found on the road to Virginia City from Highway 50, and is a popular location for weddings and events.
Nevada authors gather for book signing at state museum in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 2:51pmThe Nevada State Museum in Carson City will be hosting a book signing featuring more than a dozen Nevada authors. The Autumn Book Signing event is Saturday, Dec. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will be held in the Dema Guinn Concourse of the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson St. Admission to the book signing is free. Light refreshments will be served.
Nevada Lore Series: the Infamous Hauntings of the Goldfield Hotel
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/31/2018 - 1:36pmIn the heart of the semi-ghost town of Goldfield, Nevada outside Tonopah rests the decaying beauty of the Goldfield Hotel, which, as it happens, is one of the most haunted places in America.
2018 Nevada Day Parade Entries and Divisions Line Up Locations
Submitted by admin on Mon, 10/22/2018 - 3:14pmFollowing are all of the entries for the 2018 Nevada Day Parade, to take place on Saturday, Oct. 27 starting at 10 a.m. The parade starts at North Carson and William streets, and ends at South Carson and Stewart streets. There are 215 entries in this year's parade.
Entries line up on the following streets by division before the start of the parade:
Division 1 - Bath St
Division 2 - Adaline St
Division 3 - E Long St
Division 4 - W Long St
Division 5 - E Adams St
Division 7 - E Park St
Division 9 - Fleischmann way
Division 10 - E John St
Annual Carson City Ghost Walk haunts historic downtown district Saturday
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/20/2018 - 3:48pmThe streets and sidewalks of Carson City's historic district were haunted Saturday by the spirits of residents past during the 26th annual Carson City Ghost Walk.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Oct. 20
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 10/19/2018 - 10:18pmNevada Day and the big parade are just one week away, but first is the annual Carson City Ghost Walk this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in downtown Carson City.
Ghost tour Saturday in Carson City sheds light on state’s past and present
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 3:46amCarson City’s history will come alive this weekend during the annual Ghost Walk on the city’s west side.
“The Ghost Walk is a delightfully entertaining and enjoyable way to experience Carson City’s Victorian Era and diverse history,” said Director Mary Bennett.
Carson City and surrounding area Fall and Halloween themed events listed here
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 11:11amEvery spooky Halloween or family friendly fall themed event in Carson City, Gardnerville, Virginia City, Reno, Sparks, Dayton, and more.
Spooky Carson City Ghost Walk with Madame Curry now comes with ghoulish vampire lore
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/10/2018 - 1:20pmGet ready for Carson City’s spookiest historical event of the fall season: the 26th season of the Carson City Ghost Walk, led by Madame Curry.
Though technically Madame Curry is a fictitious historical character, the annual ghost walk is full of interesting information about the historical homes and people around our capital — with a little extra supernatural spook thrown in.