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Dayton's 'Dicey Dames' Bunko group wrap up gifts for adopted family
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 6:33pmEvents around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 8:12pmThe spirit of Christmas is in the air as we head into the final stretch of the work week. Thursday events around the capital city feature an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, a Carson City tradition with the return of Joyful Noise Holiday Community Show at the Brewery Arts Center and more.
Carson City’s 16th Annual ‘Holiday with a Hero’ pairs over 340 children with local heroes for shopping spree
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/18/2019 - 11:12amHeroes come in all forms, whether from law enforcement, first responders, doctors and nurses, or military, and our local heroes came out in full force today for the 16th annual “Holiday with a Hero,” which pairs local children with a hero for a shopping spree hosted by the Market Street Walmart.
An Intentional Community with and by the Carson City Sheriff's Office Christmas Tree
Submitted by editor on Mon, 12/16/2019 - 1:03pmIn the spirit of Christmas, the presentation of a sparkling, ornate tree as Christmas approaches, delights all eyes, young and old. While viewing some various artistic trees displayed on social media, we see displays of creative inspiration as well as oddities.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 7:32pmThe countdown to Christmas is on as we head into the first day of the work week. Events around the capital city Monday include a free yoga class offered through Partnership Carson City, the first day kickoff of a Holiday Gift Making Camp at the Brewery Arts Center, a Carson River Trails Project open house hosted by Parks, Recreation and Open Space, a Carson City Democratic luncheon featuring a Bernie Sanders campaign presentation, West Coast swing dancing at Carson Lanes and more.
A Carson City tradition, 'Joyful Noise' Holiday Community Show returns to BAC this Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 2:09pmIt’s a holly, jolly Christmas! Cherie Shipley and Lake Tahoe Entertainment present the 18th Annual Community Holiday Show "Joyful Noise" this Thursday, Dec. 19 at the Brewery Arts Center in Carson City.
Senator Square: CHS students and teachers care for themselves and others
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 8:12amWhere does the time go? Everyone has heard this a thousand times, but people still need to be reminded of the question anyway because everyone, regardless of what they believe, needs to stop and take a moment to enjoy the moment.
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.
Carson City's Holiday with a Hero donations continue, Slotworld goes big with $15K check
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/12/2019 - 4:53pmThe holidays may be a bit brighter for some Carson City families thanks to a substantial donation from a local business. SlotWorld donated $15,000 to Holiday with a Hero, which pairs children in need with law-enforcement officials and first responders for a $100 shopping spree at Walmart.
East Fork Professional Firefighters Association donates 150 new coats to Douglas County children
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/12/2019 - 3:20pmGARDNERVILLE — Just in time for more cold and snowy weather this weekend, East Fork Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 3726 donated 150 brand new coats to kids at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada Carson Valley Clubhouse and Douglas County School District this week, through the Operation Warm Coats for Kids Foundation.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/11/2019 - 8:05pmWith activities lining up around the capital city through the weekend, Thursday events around the region include a meeting of the Healthy Communities Coalition in Silver Springs, an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, and a Carson City CASA volunteer information hour and training seminar. Along the music front, CHS Band will host its winter concert at the Carson City Community Center and our own local country music star and Nashville recording artist Art Mulcahy will be at Jimmy G's. Read on for details.
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.
Nevada back on winning track, tops Stanislaus State, 80-62
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 9:39pmThe kids are all right. Nevada’s women’s basketball team used a zone defense and superior personnel to snap a two-game losing streak, topping Division II Stanislaus State, 80-62, in Reno on Tuesday.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Dec. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 7:56pmEnjoying the mix of sunshine, clouds and the overall late fall conditions around the capital city? More of the same is expected Wednesday into Thursday, with another system due in time for the weekend. Activities around Carson City include an educational discussion on dementia presented by the Alzheimer's Association at the Carson City Library, a moonlight walk to C-Hill, a "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, art showings, a Carson Valley Community Theatre audition call for two plays, classes and more.
Santa Claus is coming to Carson Kids Dental
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 11:16amSanta Claus is visiting Carson Kids Dental, 1621 E. William Street, Carson City this Friday, Dec. 13 from 4 to 7 p.m. Everyone is invited, you do not need to be a patient to attend! Free pictures with Santa, Milk and Cookies, and Santa is bringing his Face Painting Elf along too! Every child gets to pick a gift to take home with them!
Carson City's railroad museum offers ‘Pajama Train’ for kids with health concerns
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/10/2019 - 10:58amCARSON CITY — The holiday season generally doesn’t lack in opportunities for children to have fun, with numerous special events and activities open to all. For children who are battling cancer or those with compromised immune systems, those opportunities aren’t nearly as great.
Holiday happenings and more Tuesday around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/09/2019 - 8:17pmPartly sunny skies and a daytime high in the mid-40s looks to be the order of the day around the capital city as we roll into Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019. Happenings around town include a book presentation by urban fantasy author SM Reine at the Nevada State Library and Archives, a morning fitness walk and evening hike, dance classes, a meeting of the CCSD board, plus festive December music and more with Night Lights Holiday Jazz and Poetry at Carson City's Comma Coffee. Read on for more.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/08/2019 - 7:58pmIn December, Mondays don't really seem like Monday. At least for those of us caught up in the holiday spirit of giving and kindness. What a weekend of community fellowship this was among Carson City locals and we're just getting started, counting down the days until Christmas.
Holiday Gift Making Camp 2019 at the Brewery Arts Center begins Dec. 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/07/2019 - 5:47pmWe invite you to register for “Holiday Craft Camp,” which will have your kids creating Holiday arts, perfect for gifting to friends and families. Camp is at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King St.
Obituary: Jean Marie Hamilton
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/06/2019 - 5:06pmJean Marie Hamilton
September 11, 1937 – December 3, 2019
Jean Hamilton passed away peacefully surrounded by family, Tuesday Dec. 3rd.
Jean married Bud Hamilton on December 22, 1956 in Lindsey, California. They moved to Carson City, Nevada in 1972. Jean always wanted to be a nurse and went to nursing school as soon as all her kids were in school. She enjoyed a 37 year career as a Registered Nurse, with the majority of it spent at Carson Tahoe Hospital. Everyone who worked with her, or were under her care, said she was truly the best nurse.
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.
For the Grownups: Holiday Crawl Saturday in downtown Carson City to benefit Holiday with a Hero
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/05/2019 - 12:45pmWith family activities making up the Christmas tree lighting at the capitol on Friday night, Saturday night is reserved for grownups who are invited to take a festive walk through downtown Carson City and make stops and their favorite restaurants and bars as part of a community fundraiser for local schoolchildren who are without permanent homes.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 7:07pmThe days keep moving along, ever closer to the weekend and huge helpings of Christmas holiday activities. Thursday events around the capital city include a meeting of the Board of Supervisors, an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered, a meeting with the developer of the proposed Andersen Ranch, a presentation: "Feathers and Furs of the Carson Valley" at the River Fork Ranch, an "End to Prohibition Party" at Gather restaurant, and more.
Annual Angel Tree begins at the Dayton Urgent Care
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/04/2019 - 5:30pmDayton Urgent Care is hosting its annual Angel Tree for the kids in the Dayton, Nev. community. Last year was a great year for these families and kids that needed a little help.
We are always thankful to the community for helping out with all of our drives that we do. I am hoping that this year will be as great as it was last year.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Dec. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/03/2019 - 7:53pmThe break in the stormy weather was a short one, with more precipitation later in the day Wednesday, forecasters say. Activities around Carson City on Dec. 4 include a "Red Kettle" job hiring event at the Carson City Salvation Army, a Fitness Lab grand opening on Minnesota Street, a "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, art showings, library activities, classes and more.
Flying Pig Ondoor Flea Market and Craft Fair, Dec. 7-8, Fuji Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 12/03/2019 - 5:16pmCome find some great gifts and treasures with over 39 vendors selling arts, crafts, collectibles, jewelry, antiques, vintage clothing and so much more. Open Sat. 8-3 and Sun. 9-3, admission is $1 for adults and kids under 18 free. Located on Old Clear Creek road in Carson City across from Costco. For more info call (775)315-0008 or (775)882-4717.
Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Dec. 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 7:30pmSnow days, snow way. At least that's what the weather forecast calls for Tuesday. We'll see mostly cloudy skies before another chance of rain or snow arrives midweek and then a larger storm in time for the weekend. As the saying goes of Nevada weather: Wait a minute and it will change. It is also #GivingTuesday. If you have a favorite organization, it's a good time to send a few dollars their way. Around town there's art showings, a fitness walk, hike, dance classes and an old school film favorite at the Brewery Arts Center hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club.
End of an Era: Creator and founder of Downtown Carson City Santa Parade retires
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 12:46pmFor 20 years I have been bringing Christmas events to Downtown Carson City, beginning in 2000 when I had my retail store on Telegraph Square with Santa and his real reindeer. The Santa Parade was created in 2007 and was always the Saturday after the Silver and Snowflake festival originating at Telegraph Square to bring awareness to the existing businesses in the area.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Dec. 2
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/01/2019 - 7:40pmWith Thanksgiving leftovers winding down, we're winding up to the second day in December and the first day of the work week ahead, with activities lined up through the weekend. For Monday, activities around the capital city include a free yoga class offered through Partnership Carson City, a discussion on the Tom Steyer campaign hosted by the Carson City Democratic Men's Club, art events and more. If you are driving, do be careful out there. For weather-related travel and road updates see NVroads.com.