John Muir
Find the Carson City Library 'at your place' as part of National Library Week celebration
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/20/2020 - 10:44amHappening now through April 25 is National Library Week, a time to highlight the valuable role libraries, librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening communities. This week, the Carson City Library invites all community members to find the library at their place by visiting www.carsoncitylibrary.org to access virtual services and resources.
Capital City Reads: My First Summer in the Sierra
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/17/2020 - 3:56pmThe Carson City Library will host a community read of My First Summer in the Sierra by John Muir for Capital City Reads, Carson City Library’s annual city-wide book club.
Capital City Reads takes place every April as a celebration of National Library Week, bringing people together through reading and discussion.
This year’s program starts with National Library Week on April 19 and will run through May 16.
Carson City's Pioneer High School students explore beyond the classroom
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 5:46pmJohn Muir once noted, “In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.” For a group of Pioneer High School (PHS) students, this sentiment rings very true.
Wednesday, Aug. 24: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 08/24/2016 - 5:42amHave a great day, Carson City. You can choose from a jazz jam at Living the Good Life or an open mic at the Firkin and Fox. Pick up some yummy stuff for dinner at the McFadden Plaza Farmers Market. Learn about environmentalist John Muir at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park in Minden. Enjoy country line dancing with DJ Bobby G at the Eleventh Frame Lounge in Carson Lanes.
WEDNESDAY:
- Free Swim Day for all Military and Veterans at the Carson Hot Springs (7am-10pm; outdoor pools only)
Chautauqua of John Muir by Don Baldwin
Submitted by editor on Tue, 08/16/2016 - 12:25pmDon Baldwin will portray John Muir, at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 24, at 6:30 pm. Known as "John of the Mountains", Muir was a Scottish-American naturalist, author, environmental philosopher and early advocate of preservation of wilderness in the United States.
Chautauqua of Stephen T. Mather by Steve Hale at Dangberg Historic Park August 10
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/05/2016 - 3:24pmSteve Hale will portray Stephen T. Mather, first director of the National Park Service, at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 10, at 6:30 pm.
Chautauqua of three local historical figures July 6 at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/28/2016 - 1:46pmChautauqua performers Dana Blane, Larry Lippmann and Mike Trute will portray local historical figures Donner Party survivor “Patty Reed”, Stagecoach driver “Hank Monk” and U.S. Marshall “Warren Wasson” at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, July 6, at 6:30 pm.
Don Q's Nevada and Northern California fishing report for July 29 and beyond
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/28/2015 - 9:04pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada and Northern California. This report is for the week of July 29, 2015 and beyond. Nevada Department of Wildlife fishing reports for Western Nevada waters are not included as their most current reports are from early June.
Outdoors with Don Q: A boat tour and a nature walk at Juneau
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 07/11/2015 - 8:41amThis is the second of my three-part series on our recent, 10-day, sightseeing and fishing Alaskan adventure at Juneau and Pelican.
Carson City, statewide events in May celebrate historic preservation and archaeology
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/15/2015 - 9:40amSince the early 1980s, May has been a month for celebrating historic preservation and archaeology in Nevada. Agencies and organizations have teamed to spread awareness of archaeological and historic preservation efforts throughout the state and encourage both residents and visitors to explore and learn about Nevada’s significant archaeological and historical treasures.
Carson City Events:
Outdoors with Don Q: A fun-filled mini vacation in Lone Pine, Calif
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/27/2015 - 3:02pmElaine and I just returned from a mini vacation in Lone Pine, California, where we spent three days and two nights, having fun goofing off. The original purpose of our trip was to fish for trout in its nearby Diaz Lake, however those plans were reluctantly cancelled due to high winds.
Morning showers around Carson City keep smoke at bay from growing Yosemite fire
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/08/2014 - 10:52amThe Meadow Fire burning in Yosemite National Park continues to grow, with smoke expected to impact the Carson City and Carson Valley areas though it has been minimal because of rain showers throughout the region.
The blaze may be a spot fire from the Meadow Fire, believed to be caused by lightning, forest and park officials said. It was discovered at approximately 12:30 p.m. Sunday and has grown to 2,582 acres as of Monday morning. It is burning within the Little Yosemite Valley on both sides of the Merced River.
Don Q's Nevada and Northern California fishing report for Sept. 3-10
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/03/2014 - 12:08amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada and Northern California. This report is for the week of Sept. 3-10, 2014.
Don Q's Nevada and Northern California fishing report for week of July 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/16/2014 - 8:33amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada and Northern California. This report is for the week of July 16, 2014.
Don Q's Nevada and northern California fishing report for July 4 holiday weekend
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/02/2014 - 8:20amHere is the fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, northern California and the Sierra for the July 4 holiday weekend. Saturday, July 5 is free fishing day in California, which means anyone can fish without a license.
Obituary: William Elton Davies
Submitted by admin on Mon, 11/18/2013 - 5:35pmApril 14, 1945 - November 10, 2013 William Elton Davies, 68, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2013, surrounded by his loving wife and family at John Muir Medical Center i...
Don Q's fishing report for the week of March 27 to April 2
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/27/2013 - 7:52amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This fishing report For the week of March 27 through April 2.
Movie Review: 'Rise of Planet of the Apes' best film of the summer so far
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/07/2011 - 12:31pm"The Rise of the Planet of the Apes,' now playing at the Fandango Galaxy cineplex in Carson City, may well be the best of the summer popcorn fare. It is not an extension of the "Apes" series of the 1970s and '80s but the beginning of a new franchise of films. And its primate hand is there for all of us.