Leisure Hour Club
Carson City Leisure Hour Club recognizes outstanding community organizations
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/31/2024 - 11:10amOn Thursday, March 21, the Carson City Leisure Hour Club recognized two outstanding community organizations for improving the lives of local residents. Recognized at the club’s dinner meeting were Spirit of Home, represented by founder Ellen Jackson, and English Language Learners In-Home Program, represented by founder Florence Phillips. Both groups were presented with $500 donations in support of their extraordinary work.
Regional author Judie ‘Jay Crowley’ to speak at Carson City Leisure Hour Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/04/2024 - 2:41pmCarson City Leisure Hour Club members get an inside look at the thought processes of local author Jay Crowley at their monthly dinner meeting on Thursday, March 21 at the Plaza Event Center.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club celebrates the holidays with live music
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/19/2023 - 9:40amContinuing their celebration of the holiday season, the members of the Leisure Hour Club will meet for the monthly meeting on Thursday, Dec. 14 at the Carson Plaza Event Center in Carson City.
Leisure Hour Club Begins Its 127th Year with Historic Winters of the Sierras
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/02/2023 - 1:13pmThe Leisure Hour Club will begin its 127th year with their first dinner meeting set for Wednesday, September 20. Presenting at the event will be Mark McLaughlin who will speak about “Snowbound! Legendary Winters of the Tahoe Sierras.”
Carson City Leisure Hour Club officers installed for 2023-24
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/28/2023 - 11:40amCarson City’s oldest continuously meeting social organization, the Leisure Hour Club, installed new officers for the 2023-24 year. Sworn in during the organization’s May meeting by past president Sharron Brewer are:
Carson City Leisure Hour Club recognizes KNVC for community commitment
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 10:50amCarson City’s Leisure Hour Club recently donated $500 to KNVC community radio, 95.1 FM. The station was chosen as one of the club’s Outstanding Community Organizations earlier this year. The award was presented to Joe Bly, KNVC Program Director, at the station’s studios in Carson City.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club recognizes Nevada State Prison Preservation Society
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/26/2020 - 6:04pmEvery year Carson City’s Leisure Hour Club recognizes local not-for-profit groups that excel in supporting the greater Carson City community. On Feb. 19 the club donated $500 to the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society. Glen Whorton, President of the NSPPS, accepted the donation and said that the donation will contribute to making the prison open to the public.
Geologist to share 'violent formation' history of Lake Tahoe with Carson City Leisure Hour Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 1:36pmWestern Nevada College faculty professor Dr. Winnie Kortemeier will share her expertise of the violent formation of Lake Tahoe with members of the Leisure Hour Club at the Club’s next meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 20.
The Ghosts of Carson City Visit the Leisure Hour Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/04/2019 - 8:59amTo help members of the Leisure Hour Club celebrate Halloween, Sandie La Nae will share her knowledge of Carson City’s spirits at the Club’s next meeting on Wednesday, October 16.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club Meets a Self-Declared Space Junkie
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 9:45amCarson City resident Maxine Hauser Nietz will share her love of space and her work with NASA during the Leisure Hour Club’s September meeting. The organization will begin its 124th year on Wednesday, Sept. 18 with Nietz’s presentation and a business meeting.
Leisure Hour Club Installs 2019-20 Officers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 7:00amAt the Leisure Hour Club’s May 15 meeting, the club installed officers for their 2019-20 year. Installing the new officers is Betts Markle (at podium) and from left to right, they are Jo Foster - 1st Vice President, Judy Diehl – Director-at-Large, Susan Spencer – 2nd Vice President, Cheryl Rookwood – Secretary, and Poul Fisker – Treasurer. Looking on is Debbie Lane, who continues to serve as the organization’s president.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club features photography presentation of African wildlife
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 12:43pmThe beasts of Africa will be highlighted during a wildlife photography presentation to the Carson City Leisure Hour Club on Wednesday, May 15. Presented by Patrick Pevey and Carol Grenier for the first time, club members will share in the experiences of seven trips to Africa.
Leisure Hour Club Recognizes CASI for Outstanding Work
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 1:08pmThe Carson City Leisure Hour Club recently donated $500 to the Carson Animal Services Initiative (CASI). Lisa Schuette, chair and founding member of CASI, accepted the donation at the March 20 meeting of the Club.
What's happening around Carson City for Wednesday, March 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/20/2019 - 8:29amHello Carson City, today is Wednesday, March 20, 2019, the first day of Spring and the middle of the work week. Today is Nevada Moves Day where schoolchildren will be walking and riding their bikes to and from school. Motorists may want to be especially careful as there are more kids on the sidewalks and crosswalks than usual.
Unearthing Nevada’s Past at March Carson City Leisure Hour Club meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 1:25pmUncovering Nevada’s past is the topic for the Carson City Leisure Hour Club on Wednesday, March 20. Presented by Dennis Casinelli, club members will learn about artifacts that he discovered while growing up in Nevada and during his long career as a highway engineer for the Nevada Department of Transportation. He also founded Cassinelli Landscaping and Construction, which still serves Northern Nevada today.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club Recognizes Work of the CIRCLES Initiative
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 02/24/2019 - 2:37pmAt its Feb. 20 meeting, the Carson City Leisure Hour Club recognized the outstanding work of the Capitol City C.I.R.C.L.E.S. Initiative with a $500 donation. Accepting the check for the organization were Shelly Aldean, co-founder and past president, and Program Manager Thomas Blake, Jr.
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.
Changing Lives in Carson City is topic for February Leisure Hour Club meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 4:01pmOn Wednesday, February 20, Carson City Leisure Hour Club members will hear from C.I.R.C.L.E.S co-founder and former Carson City Supervisor Shelly Aldean about the exceptional work of C.I.R.C.L.E.S. She will be joined by Thomas Blake, Jr., C.I.R.C.L.E.S. program manager, for the presentation.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/16/2019 - 7:31amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019. With snow plow efforts underway and a warm-up from Mother Nature, it looks like the morning commute will be a slushy one. Carson City schools will operate today at normal start times. That all may change tomorrow though as a significant winter storm is expected to bring snow and rain to the valley and feet of snow to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. Stay tuned.
Carson City K-9 Unit members star at January Leisure Hour Club Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/04/2019 - 9:53amIs the Leisure Hour Club going to the dogs? On Wednesday, Jan. 16, members of the Leisure Hour Club will learn about the exploits of the Carson City K-9 Unit, even meeting some of its members — both human and dog.
Events and Happenings in Carson City for Wednesday Dec. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 12/19/2018 - 8:52amGood morning Carson City! It’s going to be another beautiful winter day today with a high of 54 and a low of 30. It should be mostly sunny until around 4 pm when the clouds should start to move in for the night.
Here’s what’s going on around town today, Wednesday December 19:
Historian, musician CW Bayer to perform at December Leisure Hour Club meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/10/2018 - 9:51amOn Wednesday, Dec. 19, Chris ‘CW’ Bayer will be entertaining the members of the Leisure Hour Club, Carson City’s oldest continuously meeting social organization. According to CW Bayer, he will be “singing and telling lies” for the Club during his performance.
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.
WNC President Solis ‘Teaches’ at the Leisure Hour Club Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 5:04pmOn Wednesday, Nov. 14, Dr. Vincent Solis, President of Western Nevada College, will share WNC’s vision for the future at the monthly Leisure Hour Club meeting. In recognition of the Club’s funding of scholarships at WNC, Niki Gladys, WNC’s Executive Director of Development, will also join Solis at the meeting.
Events and happenings in Carson City for Wednesday, October 17
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/17/2018 - 7:50amHappy Wednesday, Carson City! We’re half way through the work week with a chilly day ahead. The high is 68, low at 28. Today is October 17, and here’s what we have in store for you today:
Leisure Hour Club members find lost Carson City history
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/05/2018 - 11:16amOn Wednesday, Oct. 17, Leisure Hour Club members will hear about Carson City’s lost history from local author and historian Peter Mires.
Carson City events, happenings and more for Wednesday, Sept. 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/19/2018 - 7:53amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the middle of the work week. It is Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018. Today brings the beginning of a 5-week mindful meditation series, a fascinating Capital City Arts Initiative Nevada Neighbors talk, a welcome to fall chamber event at Red's Old 395 Grill, a free concert featuring acclaimed folk singer Nate Currin at Sassafras and more.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club celebrates 123 years of history
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/02/2018 - 12:04pmClub member and historian Kim Harris will help the Carson City Leisure Hour Club begin celebrating its 123-year history with a presentation at the Club’s first dinner meeting of the year on Wednesday, Sept. 19.
Leisure Hour Club recognizes Carson City Literacy Volunteers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 2:51pmOn May 16, the Leisure Hour Club recognized the outstanding work of the Carson City Literacy Volunteers with a $500 donation to the organization. Accepting the check for the Literacy Volunteers were Executive Director Jan Whitemore and Board member Sharon McCloskey.
'Imagine Not Being Able to Read' posed as a question for Leisure Hour Club members
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/06/2018 - 9:38amJan Whitemore, Executive Director of the Carson City Literacy Volunteers, will be the featured speaker at the Leisure Hour Club’s next dinner meeting on Wednesday, May 16. The Leisure Hour Club will also announce the donation of $500 to the Literacy Volunteers at the event in recognition of the organization’s outstanding work.