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Parades, trains, ribs and more: Events and Activities for Saturday, May 25
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 7:10amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to be another grey day, with a high of 64 and a low of 44. But hey, it could be freezing, or things could be on fire, so I won’t complain! On the docket today we’ve got day two of the Rib Fest, a Virginia City train tour, museum activities, a heroes parade, and more. Check below to see the schedule for the rest of Memorial Weekend, and stay warm!
Nevada Humanities Presents “Great Basin Young Chautauqua Showcase” on May 31 and June 1
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/24/2019 - 11:05amNevada Humanities celebrates the 27th season of Great Basin Young Chautauqua with the Great Basin Young Chautauqua Showcase. Performances by Great Basin Young Chautauquans will be held on Friday, May 31, 2019 and Saturday, June 1, 2019, starting at 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm at Restless Artists Theatre, located at 295 20th Street in Sparks. Seasoned Chautauqua performer Doug Mishler will serve as the evenings’ master of ceremonies and will share recollections of the Young Chautauqua and Chautauqua experience throughout the program.
State museums in Nevada offer free admission for active-duty military families
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 9:30pmCARSON CITY — Nevada’s state museums are once again taking part in the national Blue Star Museums program, providing free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families.
The National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families program, now in its 10th year, launched the 2019 program on Saturday, May 18 – Armed Forces Day – and it will stay in effect through the Labor Day Weekend.
What's happening around Carson City for Friday, May 24
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 8:41pmAs we head into a jam-packed Memorial Day weekend, activities and events around Carson City on Friday will help set the mood for what promises to be a tremendous few days ahead. Festivities include the opening day of the Rockin’ Rib Fest at Carson City's Casino Fandango, the planting of American flags on the graves of our fallen veterans at Lone Mountain Cemetery, a weekly open mic night at A to Zen, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club, live music and more.
Events and happenings around the Carson City region this 2019 Memorial Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 9:12amHere’s an events lineup of what's happening around the Carson City region for the 2019 Memorial Day weekend. More events will be added as information becomes available.
Friday, May 24
Carson City Historical Society offering East Side tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/11/2019 - 5:00pmOn Saturday, May 25, starting at 9:00 in front of the Capitol building on North Carson Street, the Carson City Historical Society will be offering a 90-minute walking tour to view historic sites east of N. Carson Street, starting with the Capitol Mall area.
Sites will include the Capitol and the Capitol Mall, the Charles Friend Park, the historic area called Chinatown, the old Armory, the site of the former Nevada Orphans Home, the early racetrack and location of the Corbett-Fitzsimmons fight, and more.
Events around Carson City on Wednesday, May 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 8:24amGood day Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, May 8, 2019. We're looking at another day of sunshine and afternoon highs in the low 70s. We have activities throughout the region today, including a history presentation in Dayton, a Holocaust memorial service at the Governor's Mansion, art classes, live jazz and more. We want to send a big birthday "shoutout" to our outdoor editor emeritus Don Quilici, who turns 85 today. Don and his wife, Elaine, remain active, maintain healthy walks and hikes around the region and have plans for yet another Alaska outback trip this summer. Happy Birthday Q!
Dominque Laxalt: An Iron Man That Started in A Wooden Wagon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/03/2019 - 11:49amThe Historical Society of Dayton Valley features their annual May historical lecture series. The public is welcome! The lectures feature local life in days’ past and will be held at the Dayton Valley Community Center, 170 Pike St, Old Town Dayton, with light refreshments at 7 and the programs begin at 7:30 pm.
Notorious South Tahoe murders subject of Nevada Historical Society gaming talk
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 3:28pmCARSON CITY — Two notorious murders against the pristine backdrop of Lake Tahoe are the subject of this month’s American Gaming Archives Fireside Chat at the Nevada Historical Society.
Bee City USA to host 'Earth Day Celebration of Pollinators' in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 10:17amAn Earth Day Celebration of Pollinators is set for April 28, 2019 at the historic Foreman-Roberts House Museum in Carson City. This will be a welcoming event for children and families seeking to learn more about the Earth and value of conserving resources.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 8:22amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the last day of winter. It is Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Expect mostly sunshine and cloudy skies today as a weather system is expected to move into the region later tonight bringing rain showers to the lower valleys and some snow to the Sierra for the first day of Spring. Here's what is happening around town today, including free admission to the Nevada State Museum.
St. Paddy’s Weekend Events Happening Around Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/15/2019 - 3:45pmSt. Patrick's Day is a day to celebrate Irish heritage, excellent music, food, and of course, drinks galore. Check out the list for St. Paddy's events and other happenings throughout Carson City this weekend.
Museum in Carson City puts spotlight on Nevada’s cultural diversity at upcoming showcase
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 1:32pmCARSON CITY — Museums from around the state will converge on the Nevada State Museum in Carson City on Tuesday, March 19 for the 2019 Nevada Museum Showcase.
Blue Line Tour Historic Carson City Westside
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 9:09amOn Saturday, March 16, 10 to 11:30 a.m. there will be a special free public "Blue Line" walking tour of the historic Carson City Westside neighborhood.
The tour starts in the front courtyard of the Nevada State Museum on N. Carson Street. The length of the walk is 1.5 miles lasting about 90 minutes while covering Nevada and Carson City history and viewing numerous historic homes and buildings along the way.
Snowshoe Thompson Ski and Snowshoe Celebration returns March 2
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/23/2019 - 1:03pmThe 19th annual Snowshoe Thompson Ski and Snowshoe Celebration returns once again to the Sierra on Saturday, March 2 at 9:30 a.m. at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course in South Lake Tahoe.
Event activities begin with a guided tour over the snow starting at 9:30 a.m. with Norwegian native and longboard ski expert Nina MacLeod, who will also give a longboard ski demonstration. Attendees may bring their own snowshoes and cross country skis, or rent snowshoes from the Lake Tahoe Golf Course.
What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 02/20/2019 - 5:53amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019. We're midway through the work week with yet another round of snow showers possible today and Thursday. But don't let the weather spoil your fun. There's several activities lined up throughout the day and tonight.
Carson City Historical Society Celebrates 50 Years
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 6:28pmFollowing a Carson City Historical Society Board meeting on Feb. 11, Board members gathered for a little celebration of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the CCHS.
The Nevada Landmarks Society (NLS) was founded on February 11, 1969, in order to preserve the Roberts House, the yellow Gothic Revival-style house at 1207 North Carson St., now known as the Foreman-Roberts House. The NLS later became the Carson City Historical Society.
Bingo for Cash
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/14/2019 - 4:45pmThis is an official fundraiser for the Historical Society of Dayton Valley to help preserve history in the Dayton Valley and surrounding Comstock area.
We have bingo at the Dayton Senior Center the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month. Please come join us for some fun and comradely. Come rain or come shine, we will be playing BINGO.
Check out our website https://daytonhistorynv.org and our two Facebook pages
Historical Society of Dayton Valley Bingo Night, and Historical Society of Dayton Valley.
Nevada Historical Society welcomes Michelle Roberts as new Education Curator
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 5:17pmCARSON CITY — Adventure has long been a part of Michelle Roberts’ life, from a two-year stint in the Peace Corps in southeast Africa to circumnavigating the globe during a “semester at sea” to study cultures in Southeast Asia to researching and eating insects.
What's happening in Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 2
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 9:23pmThe skies above Carson City are forecast to be mostly sunny and blue Sunday, but the air near freezing at 35 degrees for a daytime high. Bundle up if you decided to recreate outdoors today.
Carson City Historical Society - Holiday Party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/15/2018 - 9:35amThe Carson City Historical Society will hold their annual Holiday Party at the Bliss Mansion, located at 608 Elizabeth St. on Sunday, December 2, 2018 from 1 to 3 PM. A light buffet lunch will be catered by A Catered Affaire, consisting of salads, sandwiches and desserts.
Robert Nylen, Curator of History at the Nevada State Museum will give an informative talk on The Carson City Mint Building: A Community Icon – approaching 150 years old in 2020.
There will also be a report on the activities and accomplishments of the Carson City Historical Society for the past year.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/14/2018 - 8:46amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2018. Among the events and activities today include continued voting to bring the Levitt AMP concert back to Carson City this summer, a Silver and Blue Nevada rivalry blood drive, a volunteer meeting for Toys for Tots; a showing of "Casino Boss" that was filmed this summer at the Carson Nugget starring SNL Alum Jose Piscopo, a visit by Marilyn Monroe, Clark Gable and Montgomery Clift in Dayton, art showings and more.
Marilyn Monroe and Clark Gable revisit Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/09/2018 - 12:58amMarilyn Monroe, Clark Gable and Montgomery Clift are coming to Dayton, Nev. on Wednesday, Nov. 14 when the Historical Society of Dayton Valley and historian Laura Tennant presents a Power Point program with the photos of the filming of “The Misfits” on the streets of Dayton and the Stagecoach Flats in the summer of 1960.
Events and happenings around Carson City on Thursday, Oct. 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 6:07amAfter a spectacular sunset and the rise of the Hunter's Moon last night, you know greatness is ahead. Good morning Carson City, today is Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018. Ahead today is a morning coffee networking event, a craft fair in its 18th year at the Carson Valley Inn, a haunted hayride in Dayton, family night at RSVP's Nevada Day Carnival held through Sunday at Mills Park, a lecture on Nevada names and much more.
Haunted Hayrides give a spooky look into Dayton's haunted history Oct. 25
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 10/22/2018 - 1:46pmThe Haunted Hayrides of Old Town Dayton, presented by the Historical Society of Dayton Valley, are bringing back Nevada history with spooky family fun mixed in.
Haunted Hayrides - October 25th - 5 pm - 8 pm - Dayton - Shady Lane and Logan Alley - FREE
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 12:56pmMuseum lecture in Carson City features talk on how Nevada places get their names
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/07/2018 - 3:22pmCARSON CITY — With more than 300 named ranges, Nevada is the most mountainous state in the country. The state’s topography contains thousands of peaks, valleys, mounts, buttes, bluffs, cutoffs and mountains and every so often, a group or individual will come up with a plan for naming or renaming one of them. That’s where the Nevada State Board of Geographic Names comes into play.
RSVP now for Nov. 4 Afternoon Tea in the Historic Foreman-Roberts House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/02/2018 - 9:13amThe Carson City Historical Society is offering an Afternoon Tea Luncheon on Sunday, Nov. 4 in the historic Foreman-Roberts House from 1 to 3 p.m.
Reserve your seat before Oct. 20. The Tea will be catered by Bella Vita restaurant and will include High Tea favorites: seasonal soup, salad, scones, a variety of finger sandwiches and special dessert bites, along with a variety of teas. The menu will be served at your table.
Dress up if you would like, or come in casual attire.
Nevada Historical Society lecture explores legacy of George Gershwin
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 1:07pmWhen the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra held its very first concert fifty years ago, it played the music of the iconic American composer George Gershwin.
As part of its Reno Philharmonic Exhibition Lecture Series, the Nevada Historical Society will welcome guest lecturers Dr. Mark Clague and Timothy Freeze, both musicologists, who take on the topic, “Gershwin’s Legacy.”
Sunday happenings around Carson City Sept. 23
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 09/22/2018 - 7:04pmEnjoy a warm, sunny first Sunday of Autumn by heading outdoors, where you can share space with some of our area's wildlife.