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May

Senior Celebration coming to Casino Fandango May 16

Event Date: 
May 16, 2019 (All day)

The 21st annual Senior Celebration is coming to the new ball room of the Casino Fandango on Thursday, May 16, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This event is Northern Nevada’s largest health and information fair in honor of Old American month.

Event Canceled: Carson City Cops and Kids Safe Streets Party

Event Date: 
May 18, 2019 - 10:00am

UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to upcoming storms through the weekend. The following is from the Sheriff's Office: Due to anticipated cold, wet, windy weather conditions Carson City Sheriff’s Office regrets to inform the community of the cancellation of the Cops and Kids Safe Streets Party which was scheduled for Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. According to the National Weather Service a slight chance of showers and potential for wind is predicted. Unfavorable weather conditions may cause significant disruption in the planned outdoor activities. The event cannot be relocated indoors as accommodations are limited. Staff of the Carson City Sheriff’s Office wishes to thank those interested in attending and appreciates the community’s support.
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The 16th annual Cops and Kids Safe Streets Party, hosted by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, will be held Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sheriff’s Office administration building, 911 East Musser Street.

Public safety, awareness and community are at the center of this popular annual spring event where the theme is “Cops and Kids: Where the Community and Law Enforcement Come Together.”

Rockin’ Rib Fest at Carson City's Casino Fandango to spice up Memorial Day weekend

Event Date: 
May 24, 2019 (All day)

Plan ahead, write it down and prepare for a pre-summer kickoff festival as Casino Fandango will heat up Memorial Day weekend in Carson City with the its second annual community Rockin’ Rib Fest, May 24-27.

This deliciously action-packed holiday event is the only Memorial Day rib festival in the region and is the largest planned Memorial Day celebration in the community, organizers say.

Carson City Dahl's Pharmacy relocates to Curry Street location

Dahl's Pharmacy in Carson City has moved into a new and familiar location on Curry Street in the building that was formerly Mike's Pharmacy.

The family owned and operated independent Dahl's Pharmacy closed its location on North Carson Street and will reopen this Monday, May 13, at 1007 North Curry Street.

Mile High Jazz Band Presents Big Band Jazz this Tuesday in Carson City

Event Date: 
May 14, 2019 - 7:30pm

The Mile High Jazz Band will perform an all-instrumental program highlighting the talents of several soloists from the band at Living the Good Life Bistro, 1480 N. Carson Street, in Carson City on Tuesday, May 14, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is free, donations welcome. Dinner and late night menus are available.

History comes alive during Carson City Scavenger Hunt

What distinguishes Carson City from every other city in Nevada is its unique history, and every citizen of this city should become familiar with how our City shaped the history of Nevada that still resonates today.

Yes, for some, history elicits a yawn, but once you get into it, the history of a community can be fascinating and will get you off your couch and perhaps onto your bicycle, for much of our history can be found within the downtown core where bike riding is easy. Don’t own a bike, well, you can walk to many of the sites.

Carson City area road report for week of May 13-19

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 13-19. Closures expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Senator Square: The weather, clothing and colors are changing at Carson High School

The weather is changing at Carson High School and so are the types of clothing some students are wearing. CHS Dean Sharon Hallinan sent an email out to all CHS teachers about this weather changing challenge. Hallinan told teachers to “please remind students of the Dress Code; highlight the fact that bare midriffs and holey jeans, which violate the ‘Fingertip Rule’, are not allowed.”

Happy Mother's Day Carson City! Here are the events happening today

Happy Mother's Day Carson City! It's going to be a hot one today with a high of 82 and a low of 47. Don't forget to stop by Mills Park for the carnival, which will be packing up and heading out of town tonight. On the docket today we have a Mother's Day brunch, a Bea Arthur tribute bingo and brunch, and more!

Carson City Historical Society offering East Side tour

Event Date: 
May 25, 2019 - 9:00am

On 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.

Spring has Sprung at Carson City’s Early Farmers Market

The early farmers market hosted by Due Sorella (Two Sisters) is up and running with spring produce ready for your table.

Located in the parking lot behind 202 N. Curry Street, the market will be open for business every Saturday through May 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Fiachra O'Regan & Sophie Lavoie: Celtic Music Series

Event Date: 
May 17, 2019 (All day)

Coming to Carson City on Friday, May 17, the Brewery Arts Center Celtic Series features The Sophie & Fiachra Trio who will perform in the Maizie Harris Jesse Theatre.

The Sophie & Fiachra Trio are a group of “musiciens sans frontieres' who refuse to let the Atlantic sunder their love of their own and one another’s Irish and Québecois musical traditions.”

The show begins at 7 p.m. Go here for tickets.

Comprising of Irish uilleann piper Fiachra O’Regan, Québec fiddler/singer Sophie Lavoie, and guitarist André Marchand, the trio take traditional Irish and Québécois traditional music, blended with Lavoie’s “lithe and masterful” compositions. Their choice of songs will “captivate the most casual listener”

Plant sales, charity, trains, and more! Events and happenings for Sat. May 11

Good morning Carson City! It's going to be another beautiful day in the capital city, with highs of 78 and lows of 44. On the docket today we've got a canned food drive to help the Ron Wood Center, a volunteer day to restore the Mills Park train, a Mother's Day Plant Sale, and more! Check out the full calendar before.

Here's what we've got going on for Saturday:

New retro food ‘truck,’ Press Coffee and Waffles, rolling into Carson City this month

Press Coffee and Waffles is Carson City’s newest mobile eatery, and will be hitting the streets sometime this month to serve up two of America's favorite breakfast items to the capital city and surrounding areas.

Press Coffee and Waffles is stationed out of a vintage 1960s food cart. The cart in and of itself is eye catching, with rounded curves in an example of classic retro-futurism, which, said co-owner Aaron Gorton, is one of only 150 ever made.

Carson City-based Ageless Aviation expands fleet of Stearmans to honor military veterans

Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation's fleet is expanding.

CARSON CITY – Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation (AADF), a Carson City-based nonprofit that honors U.S. military veterans with free Dream Flights, is adding a re-stored 1943 Stearman biplane to its fleet, thanks to the fundraising efforts of a local community in Wisconsin.

Carson City’s Diego Elizondo excited for return to boxing ring

Carson City boxer Diego Elizondo hasn’t fought in a year, but he’s hardly been inactive.

Since his third professional bout last May, the 20-year-old was married. On Dec. 23, Diego and Veronica Elizondo had a baby daughter, Violeta.

May is Electrical Safety Month in Nevada

Event Date: 
May 1, 2019 (All day)

Governor Sisolak has proclaimed May is Electrical Safety month in Nevada, and The Happy Outlet is celebrating by sharing vital — yet often-unknown — information about electrical safety in the home.

NDOT Announces single lane closures on U.S. 50 in East Carson City

Event Date: 
May 14, 2019 (All day)

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Single lane closures will take place on U.S. 50 in eastern Carson City May 14-16 as the Nevada Department of Transportation fills roadway cracking.

Carson City Board of Supervisors to discuss Complete Streets Project, Downtown Hardship at May 16 meeting

Event Date: 
May 16, 2019 - 8:30am

The upcoming Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held May 16 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 East William Street.

On the docket for discussion is the South Carson Complete Street Project, Hardship Determination for Downtown businesses, contracts, and more.

Cyborg and Transhumanist Forum at the Nevada State Legislature

Cyborg and Transhumanist Forum at the Nevada State Legislature - May 15, 2019 -
Event Date: 
May 15, 2019 - 9:00am

The Cyborg and Transhumanist Forum - the first event of its kind - will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 15, 2019.

Address:
Nevada State Legislature Building
401 S Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701
Second Floor Atrium (See the Second Floor Map)

Fishing Report: Planting has begun, and anglers are already starting to reel them in

Hello fellow anglers, what great time of year. The rivers have opened in California. Which, depending on the new regulation that is being decided on, may not close on November 15th.

As well as Alpine county, the lakes in Inyo and Mono Counties have opened and have been producing some beautiful fish, which I will share later in this report. It's hard to believe how fast the time goes.

Carson Schools Superintendent to speak at Democratic luncheon

Event Date: 
May 13, 2019 - 11:30am

The featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Carson City Superintendent of Schools Richard Stokes. He will address the staff and technology cuts needed to achieve a planned $2.9 million deficit reduction.

Events around Carson City for Friday, May 10

The weekend is at our doorstep as we head into Friday, May 10, 2019. Even though forecasters say we may have showers this weekend, the cool spring rain won't dampen the fun. We have a bevy of activities lined up Friday including the opening of the Transcontinental Railroad exhibit at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, day 1 of the two-day Mother's Day Plant Sale hosted by The Greenhouse Project, RSVP's Spring Celebration and Carnival at Mills Park, a day hike, art showings, live music and more.

Carson Mall Wine Walk this Saturday

Event Date: 
May 11, 2019 - 2:00pm

Come sip and shop at the Carson Mall this Saturday, May 11 from 2 to 6 p.m. Carson Mall Wine Walks are held on the second Saturday of the Month.

New walkers pay $10 and returning walkers pay $5. You will receive a wine glass which is yours to keep!

Eleven stores will have wine for you to taste while you browse the mall. There will also be a poker walk. Vendor opportunities please Contact us 775-671-8150. You MUST BE OVER THE AGE OF 21. ID's will be checked. 1227 S Carson Street, Carson City.

Western Nevada Theatre's 'Crazy for You’ hits Carson City stage weekends through May 19

Event Date: 
May 10, 2019 (All day)
May 17, 2019 (All day)

The Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company presents Gershwin's Tony-winning Broadway hit, “Crazy for You” at the Carson City Community Center beginning Friday and running weekends through May 19.

Boat ramps at Lake Tahoe's Cave Rock and Sand Harbor are open for the season

Boat ramps at Lake Tahoe's Sand Harbor and Cave Rock are now open from 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily, according to Nevada State Parks.

Carson High School's Ben Granados signs with University of Jamestown for track

CARSON CITY — Carson High School senior sprinter and long jumper Ben Granados signed his letter of intent this morning to run Track and Field for the University of Jamestown in Jamestown, North Dakota.

He was supported by his father and mother Emiliano and Rhaechul and two sisters Abby and Izzy Granados.

Carson City detectives seek identity of burglary suspects who used stolen credit cards

The Carson City Sheriff's Office Investigation Division is asking for the public's help in identifying two male suspects believed to be involved in a series of vehicle burglaries and credit card theft.

Forest Service continues effort to eliminate invasive plant populations from Lake Tahoe Basin

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will continue a project to eradicate, control, and contain known infestations of invasive plants in the Lake Tahoe Basin using chemical treatment. Work will take place at approximately 90 infestations sites (105 acres) beginning in late May and continuing through September 2019.

Governor Sisolak proclamation establishes Nevada Travel and Tourism Week

CARSON CITY — Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak has issued a proclamation declaring the second week of May as Travel and Tourism Week in the state. The proclamation, issued on May 3, comes as part of a broader national celebration of the travel and tourism industries in the United States.

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