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Carson City emergency crews called to vehicle crash near Mills Park

Carson City emergency crews were called late Sunday morning to a motor vehicle crash across from Mills Park in the 800 block of East William Street.

Wungnema House in Mills Park is Open to the Public this Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m.

Event Date: 
June 30, 2019 - 2:00pm

Stop by the east side of Mills Park on Sunday for the Parks Foundation’s monthly open house at the Wungnema House, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

The Wungnema House is the charming stone cottage located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after WWII and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s.

Students learn to grow and give in Greenhouse

Event Date: 
July 10, 2019 - 5:30pm

Zion Belcastro, 16, moved from Oroville, Calif., to live with her aunt in Carson City to be a part of Carson High School’s agriculture program, specifically the Greenhouse Project.

“Where I’m from, it’s cows, sows and plows,” she explained. “Here, it’s more than that. It’s public speaking. It’s leadership. It’s the greenhouse. It’s a lot more than ranching.”

Events around the Carson City area for Thursday, June 27

Heading into Thursday, June 27, 2019, there's plenty to do and see around the Carson City area as we march toward an action-packed weekend. There's a morning Muscle Powered walk, Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park, a Farmers Market in Dayton, a discussion on climate change at Western Nevada College, a history presentation on Chinese woodcutters at the Nevada State Museum, a presentation by the NNDA Executive Director at a GOP monthly meeting, Cruise Night at Wing Stop, an information meeting on the Ross Gold Park master plan hosted by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space. Read on. There's more.

Food Truck Thursdays featured at Mills Park in Carson City

Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of Summer Noon-9pm
Event Date: 
June 27, 2019 (All day)

Food Truck Thursdays will take place every 2nd and 4th Thursday throughout the summer at Mills Park in Carson City.

Come check out Carson City's growing outside eateries while enjoying some live music in beautiful Mills Park.

Event runs from noon to 9 p.m. The first Thursday featured the Bus Boy Mobile Cuisine, Kim’s Kool Treats, and Press Coffee & Waffles with music by Farris Neon.

Asian Street Eats will be joining this Thursday with more trucks joining each event.

Poker Run, Street Food Fest, first AMP concert and more: Events in Carson City for Saturday, June 22

Happy Saturday, Carson City! There are a ton of events going on in our beautiful capital city today as we officially head into summer following yesterday's solstice. On the docket today we have the first of the Levitt-AMP Concert Series at the Brewery Arts Center, a charity poker run, a street food fest, and more! Check below to see whats happening this weekend.

Saturday, June 22

Brewfest, Antsy McClain and more: Carson City area events celebrate first summer weekend

Event Date: 
June 21, 2019 (All day)
June 22, 2019 (All day)
June 23, 2019 (All day)

Heading into the weekend, there's a bevy of events around the Carson City region that brings a cool breeze to the first three days of summer. The 16th Motor Officer Challenge kicks off Friday at 7 a.m. at Mills Park. Lace up the shoes for a Friday morning walk at East Silver Saddle Ranch hosted by Muscle Powered.

Carson City Sheriff’s Office hosts 16th annual ‘Extreme Motor Officer Training Challenge’ at Mills Park

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office 16th Annual Extreme Motor Officer Training Challenge was back at Mills Park Thursday.

The training event was open to current certified motor officers and the public for spectating. Motor officers were training, riding and discussing riding techniques with various motor instructors.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, June 20

Good day Carson City and welcome to the last day of spring. Today is Thursday, June 20, 2019. Instead of hot weather, Mother Nature has decided to cool things down some as we head into the weekend with highs in the low 80s today and the low 70s for the first day of summer. Events, activities and more are lined up today including the first day of the three-day police officer motorcycle challenge at Mills Park, morning walks, Cruise Night at Empire Ranch Golf Course and live music outdoors at Living the Good Life.

Outdoor summer movies, Wheeled Food Wednesdays begin at Carson City's BAC

Event Date: 
June 19, 2019 (All day)

The Carson City Classic Cinema Club is kicking off cool summer nights with a series of outdoor movies located outside the Brewery Arts Center campus at The Change Companies' Minnesota St. Stage in Carson City.

Carson City Sheriff’s 16th Extreme Motor Officer’s Training Challenge begins Thursday

Event Date: 
June 20, 2019 - 7:00am

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office 16th Annual Extreme Motor Officer Training Challenge returns this week, Thursday through Saturday, June 20-22 at Mills Park.

First 'Food Truck Thursday' a tasty success in Carson City

The first-ever Food Truck Thursday was quite the mobile dining experience at Mills Park in Carson City.

Events around Carson City for Thursday, June 13

Hello Carson City. It is Thursday, June 13, 2019. After last night's thunderstorms that shook around the capital city we're looking at plenty of sunshine today with a daytime high around 86. Activities lined up include workshops, an anniversary party and showing at Artsy Fartsy art gallery, Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park, a Kiwanis Club meeting and Chamber annual meeting at The Martin Hotel, Cruise Night at Bully's Sports Bar, live music outdoors at Living the Good Life and more. Enjoy.

First ‘Food Truck Thursday’ of the season coming to Mills Park tomorrow, June 13

Event Date: 
June 13, 2019 - 12:00pm

In addition to “Wheeled Food Wednesdays,” Carson City will now have even more opportunity to sample their favorite mobile dining establishments with the inaugural Food Truck Thursday event at Mills Park, beginning tomorrow, June 13.

Events around Carson City on Sunday, June 9

Good day Carson City. It is Sunday, June 9, 2019. Events and activities continue or wrap up around the area. You can visit Motor Car weekend today at the Nevada State Railroad Museum or take the train from Virginia City to Carson City. It's the final day of the fair at Mills Park and Carson Valley Days in Douglas County. Plus there's the 35th annual Pops Party Concert at Carson City’s Capital Amphitheater to top-off a fun-filled weekend.

Summer Challenge Kick Off Party one of over 20 events happening today in Carson City

Happy Saturday Carson City! It’s shaping up to be a truly beautiful Spring day today in our capital city with a high of 70 degrees, and full sun. There’s over twenty items on our list for today, and even more for Sunday! Check below to see what’s going on today!

Saturday, June 8

2019 Nevada State Fair brightens Mills Park in Carson City with rides, games and much more

The 2019 Nevada State fair brought flair and excitement to Mills Park in Carson City on Friday.

Various rides, games, booths and concession stands filled the green belt for parents and kids of all ages to enjoy.

Carson Valley Days headlines jam-packed three days around the Carson City region

With the weather reaching the mid-80s, now is the perfect time to get out and explore during a jam-packed three days around the Carson City region. Friday has plenty of events to get you to the weekend.

Nevada State Fair begins today in Carson City, continuing through the weekend

Event Date: 
June 6, 2019 (All day)
June 7, 2019 (All day)
June 8, 2019 (All day)
June 9, 2019 (All day)

Carson City, NV (June, 2019)- The 2019 Nevada State Fair will be held June 6th – 9th, open daily 11am-10pm, and free to the public! This year we are proud to introduce our new Home & Garden Show inside the pavilion.

Nevada State Fair returns to Mills Park in Carson City, Nevada’s great capital for four days of fun, live entertainment on the main stage, carnival rides, culture, music and much more!

Carson City events for Thursday include opening of Nevada State Fair, Spring Street Vibrations

Hello Carson City as we head into Thursday, June 6, 2019. Activities, art and entertainment abound as we get closer to the weekend. There's the kickoff of two main events, the Nevada State Fair at Mills Park and the Spring Street Vibrations at Battle Born Harley-Davidson. There's also a morning hike, art showings, an end of school year celebration with live music at Living the Good Life, and the Thursday night Cruise that begins at Vino's Pizza. Read on for more.

Events and happenings for Saturday, June 1

Good morning Carson City, and happy June! We have a ton of events going on today in our beloved capital city, with the June wine walk, the first day of the farmer’s market, a brew fest at Fuji park, and more! With a high of 75, it’s shaping up to finally start to feel like summer (knock on wood).

Events, happenings and more around the Carson City area this Friday through Sunday

Heading into a jam-packed weekend of events around the Carson City region, there's a bevy of activities Friday to get your started. Lace up your shoes for a morning walk at Riverview Park, and then head on over to the Nevada State Museum for a coin press demonstration, and tours that explore anthropology and Nevada history. Later there's a cruise night gathering at Carson Mall to benefit Safe Grad Night, an Italian dinner fundraiser at the Governor's Mansion to benefit Carson City's homeless, live music at Living the Good Life and A to Zen, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club, and much more. Read on and enjoy!

Nevada State Fair, Carson City Fair return to Carson City

Two exciting fairs return to Carson City, kicking off the warm days and long summer nights.

The Nevada State Fair returns to Mill Park in Carson City from June 6-9 featuring four days of entertainment, exciting carnival rides, food, music and much more.

Wungnema House at Mills Park in Carson City open to the public on Sunday

Event Date: 
Repeats every day until Sun May 26 2019 .
May 26, 2019 - 2:00pm

Stop by the east side of Mills Park on Sunday for the Parks Foundation’s monthly open house at the Wungnema House, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.

The Wungnema House is the charming stone cottage located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after WWII and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s. There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.

Kittens, concerts, bike rides, Chicago tribute and more! Events and happenings in Carson City Sunday, May 26

Good morning Carson City and happy Sunday! I hope you're all thoroughly enjoying your holiday weekend despite the weather, which looks like it's going to continue through the upcoming week. Even still, we've got a ton of activities going on in town for the day, so check them out below, and remember to bring a jacket!

What's happening around Carson City for Monday, May 20

The weekend came and went fast. But don't fret. There's a choice. Are the days ahead half full or half empty? You know the drill. As we prepare for Monday, May 20, 2019, we congratulate the 2019 graduates of Western Nevada College who sweated through the books and assignments to earn their well-deserved diplomas. Our warmest best wishes to them as they gather in Carson City for commencement at Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Mills Park. Read on for what's happening Monday.

Car Show in Mills Park brings 200 cars, 300 attendees to talk cars, mechanics, and everything in between

The NVSTY Car Club of Carson City held a car show today in Mills Park from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., showing off their rides, talking mechanics, and overall having a good time with friends.

Events around Carson City area for Saturday, May 18

Heading into Saturday, May 18, 2019 we say welcome to the weekend Carson City. Activities abound throughout the region. Bring an umbrella as the forecast calls for some showers. But above all, enjoy the events and activities lined up in Carson City, Carson Valley, Mound House, Silver City, Virginia City and Dayton areas.

Events around Carson City for Wednesday, May 15

As we head into the middle of the month many of us haven't turned on the air conditioner because the weather outside has been comfortably, pleasantly air conditioned these past few weeks. And now with valley rain, wind and Sierra snow on the way, we tip our hat to one Carson Now reader, LaNair, who pledged he wouldn't turn on their heater these next few days because, well, it is May after all. Enjoy as we roll with the changes ahead. Here's what's happening around Carson City this Wednesday, May 15, 2019.

Gov. Sisolak, AG Ford to address 2019 Western Nevada College graduates

Event Date: 
May 20, 2019 - 10:00am

The 2019 Western Nevada College graduating class will be celebrated in a commencement ceremony Monday at the Marv Teixeira Pavilion in Carson City. The ceremony will feature the Nevada governor and attorney general as guest speakers.

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