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Legendary Country Rock Band I See Hawks in LA to Play at Historic Silver City Schoolhouse
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/29/2019 - 1:37pmI See Hawks in L.A., “The house band for the hippy diaspora," to play exclusive Northern Nevada show January 11, 2020 at the Historic Silver City Schoolhouse Saturday, Jan. 11.
Events and Happenings in the Carson City region for Sunday, Dec. 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/28/2019 - 11:56pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! I hope you’ve been enjoying your weekend so far! Check below for the great events in the region we have going on today, Sunday.
New Year's Eve Celebrations around Carson City, Carson Valley, South Lake Tahoe and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/28/2019 - 1:20pmI hope everyone thoroughly enjoyed their holidays! But, they’re not over yet, because still ahead we have New Year's Eve! Check below to see what’s going on around town and beyond to welcome in the New Year.
Christmas on the Comstock, Comedy and Star Talks: Events and Happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Dec. 28
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 7:36pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! We've got a ton of great events throughout the weekend, so check below to see what's happening around town!
Carson City Historical Society spearheads campaign to save Adele's building
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 6:46amThe Carson City Historical Society Board held an emergency meeting on Dec. 21 to discuss the eminent demolition of Adele’s, and strategized on how this historic building could be preserved.
The board voted to pursue a fund raising campaign to work with the community to preserve the 155 year-old Adele’s building at 1112 North Carson Street, Carson City, Nev.
Christmas Through the Years, live music, comedy and more: Carson City region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/26/2019 - 6:11pmHeading into the weekend, post-Christmas holiday activities continue around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a Christmas Through the Years presentation at the Carson Valley Community Theater, Open Mic Night at A to Zen Gift Shop, musicians Lauren Kepler and Dan Cypher at Bella Vita Bistro, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club and much more!
The Legendary Cab Calloway Orchestra to play at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/25/2019 - 12:13pmThe whole audience will be bouncing and swaying to the irresistible rhythm. Everybody singing HI-DE-HO! They’re echoing the King himself, Cab Calloway, as he thrusts his baton into the air, and in his Zoot Suit, jumps, twirls and signals to the band to begin another joyous chorus. Who could forget the incredible sounds and imagery of Cab Calloway and his hot Jazz Orchestra!
Events and Happenings for Sunday, December 22 in the Carson City region
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 12:00amHappy Sunday Carson City! There’s only a few days left before Christmas, are you ready?
Check below to see what events we have going today in the Carson City region!
Sunday, December 22
Santa Train, Live Music, Skating and more: Events for the Carson City region for Saturday, Dec. 21
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 7:45pmHappy Saturday Carson City, and Happy Winter Solstice! Are you all geared up for the holiday season? We've got some great events happening this weekend throughout the region, check them out below!
Carson City wins Levitt Amp Concert Series Grant for Fifth Straight Year
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 9:23amToday, the Mortimer & Mimi Levitt Foundation named Carson City, Nevada as one of 20 small to mid-sized towns and cities across America to win a Levitt AMP Grant Award of $25K in matching funds to present a free concert series at The Change Companies Stage. The Brewery Arts Center submitted Carson City’s Levitt AMP proposal.
'Unsilent Night' and holiday bells at BAC, toy drive, Santa Train and more: Carson City region readies for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 7:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a toy and gift drive for homeless kids and teens, the 12th annual Christmas Carol Playalong for Strings at the Carson Mall, Carson City’s first-ever "Unsilent Night" at the Brewery Arts Center, a Só Sol dinner with entertainment at Sassafras, a "Pink Party" cancer center fundraiser at the Lighthouse Bar, comedian Dan St. Paul at the Carson Comedy Club and more.
Historic Adele’s building is being offered for free to whoever wants to move and restore it
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 3:41pmThe historic Carson City building that was Cafe at Adele’s at the corner of North Carson and John Street was set for demolition, until it was offered to whoever wants it, so long as they move it from the property to its new home by March 1, 2020.
More than $600,000 from Carson City estate given to animal shelter, NRA and railroad museum
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 12:13pmA Carson City family estate presented checks to three organizations on Wednesday amounting to more than $600,000.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, Dec. 15
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/14/2019 - 10:19pmHappy Sunday Carson City! I don't know about you, but I've had it with this cold weather already! Here are some great events to defy the cold, check below to see what's going on in the Carson City region for Sunday, Dec. 15!
Sunday, December 15
Homestead Holidays, Candy Cane express and more: events and happening in Carson City for Saturday, Dec. 14
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/13/2019 - 11:04pmHappy Saturday Carson City! It’s going to be a festive holiday-themed day, so check below to see what great events we have going on today!
Saturday, December 14
Christmas Food Drive, Homestead Holidays at Silver Saddle Ranch, Santa Train rides and more: Carson City region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/12/2019 - 8:13pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the KTVN Share Your Christmas Food Drive at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City and at Minden's Carson Valley Inn, Homestead Holidays at the Silver Saddle Ranch and more. The Polar Express Train Rides are sold out for the rest of the year, but Santa Train express rides are steaming up at the Nevada State Railroad Museum over the weekend. Read on for details.
'Homestead Holidays' to bring free, old-fashioned country Christmas to Carson City this Friday through Sunday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 12/12/2019 - 7:10pmThis Friday through Sunday, Dec. 13-15, the first Homestead Holidays at Silver Saddle Ranch, hosted by the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department, will be bringing a free family event to the community with some good old-fashioned Christmas charm.
Carson City's historic Adele's site to become gas station parking lot if permit approved
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 3:26pmThe historic Adele’s property could be torn down and repurposed to serve the neighboring gas station, according to the Carson City Planning Commission’s upcoming agenda.
Nevada State Parks hosts holiday open house Saturday at Buckland Station
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 12:08pmSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Join park staff for some holiday cheer and pioneer traditions at Buckland Station. Take a self-guided tour, help decorate the historic house for the holidays, and enjoy sweet treats and period crafts.
Carson City woman who led Nevada suffrage movement honored with historic marker
Submitted by editor on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 4:52pmMembers of the Nevada Commission for Women, joined Gov. Steve Sisolak, Mayor Bob Crowell, Carson City Board members Lori Bagwell and John Barrette, Nevada Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske, and others Tuesday in honoring Felice Cohn at the unveiling of the historic landmark suffrage marker ceremony.
Bank Saloon progress: Alliance gives Carson City officials update on former Jack's Bar
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 4:41pmThe Nevada Builders Alliance held a reception Monday for its board of directors and Carson City dignitaries at the former Jack's Bar on South Carson Street, renamed The Bank Saloon.
Nature Conservancy partners with Nevada agencies to test innovative wetland program strategies
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/08/2019 - 10:42amThe Nature Conservancy in Nevada, in partnership with the Nevada Division of Natural Heritage and the Desert Research Institute, recently completed the Nevada Wetland Rapid Assessment Method, a draft assessment protocal developed as a product of a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant awarded to NDNH.
Annual Empty Bowls Night, Cowboy Christmas, Winter Craft Fair, and more: Events for Saturday, Dec. 7
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/07/2019 - 12:11amHappy Saturday Carson City! Tired of the fog yet? Well, there's a big storm that's scheduled to push in tomorrow, so it'll be interesting to see how that changes the weather.
Either way, we've got a ton of excellent events scheduled throughout the weekend, fog or no! Check below to see what's happening int he capital city for today and tomorrow.
Second Saturday Easy Hike: Enjoy hiking part of the old V & T route
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/06/2019 - 7:24amDate: December 14, 2019
Time: Be ready to hike at 9am.
Where: Park in a small gravel parking area near Murphy Drive and Vanpatten Avenue. Parking area for V&T hike
Festival of Lights, Project Empty Bowls, Santa train and more: Carson City region readies for festive weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 7:01pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of holiday events around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Silver and Snowflake Festival of Lights, the 24th annual Parade of Lights in Gardnerville, the annual Project Empty Bowls dinner held at the Carson Mall, a Holiday Crawl in downtown Carson City and much more! The Santa Train will roll into the Carson City Railroad Museum for weekend train rides. Visit the 2019 Santa Events Roundup below for more information.
Carson City Parks and Recreation to host Homestead Holidays at Silver Saddle Ranch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 12:17pmCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space invites the community to the inaugural Homestead Holidays event at Silver Saddle Ranch, Dec. 13-15, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. each night. Homestead Holidays is intended to be an old-fashioned holiday celebration with handcrafted decorations, holiday lights ornamenting historic ranch buildings, and family activities for all ages.
Carson City awarded historic marker commemorating Women’s Suffrage in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 5:00pmCarson City was awarded a historic landmark suffrage marker honoring Felice Cohn, a Carson City native who made significant contributions to women’s rights in Nevada. The unveiling of the historic landmark is scheduled for Dec. 10, 2019 at 1 p.m. The landmark will be unveiled in front of the Legislature, adjacent to Carson St. near the crosswalk to McFadden Plaza, previously known as 3rd St.
Santa Trains steam up for 35th year starting this weekend at Carson City railroad museum
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 1:46pmThe Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City launches its 35th year of Santa Train the weekend of Dec. 7 and tickets are available online and at the museum’s depot now.
Small Business Saturday, Feast with a Hero, Santa Photos and more: Events in Carson City for Saturday, Nov. 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/29/2019 - 9:52pmHappy Saturday Carson City! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Are you ready to supportive our local community with Small Business Saturday? In addition, there are a metric ton of events going on in our region throughout the weekend, so check below to see what’s going on!
Saturday, November 30
Carson City weekend events include Nutcracker Ballet, Small Business Saturday, Polar Express train rides, Feast with a Hero and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 4:33pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 31st season of the Nutcracker Ballet, a Feast with a Hero fundraiser at Slot World, Small Business Saturday throughout Carson City and Carson Valley, photos with Santa, a Telegraph Square sign dedication, Polar Express train rides at the V&T Railroad and more!