Nonprofit
Let's raise FUNDS for CG's Transformative Interior Design Program!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 10:25amCurative Grace SPIN-A-THON 2019 - SATURDAY, JULY 20, 2019, 1 PM to 5PM
Lifecycle, 403 Hot Springs Rd, Carson City, NV 89706
THE EVENT:
Gather a team together! Pedal for a Purpose!
Let's raise funds for Curative Grace's Transformative Interior Design program. (www.CurativeGrace.org)
Fun! Prizes! Raffle!
Ride as a team member or the entire four hours as a team of 1.
Open to the public. All skill levels are welcome, including first time riders. Every rider receives a goody bag with cool items from our sponsors.
250 cigarette butt collection canisters to be installed at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 10:11amThe League to Save Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Waters Supplies Association (TWSA) are in the process of distributing an initial run of 250 cigarette butt collection canisters at key locations around Lake Tahoe. The aim of the Tahoe Cigarette Disposal Program is to reduce toxic chemicals from littered cigarette butts from leaching into the environment, to protect wildlife, and to reduce litter on Lake Tahoe’s shoreline and vicinity.
The Carson City Airport Open House is back this Saturday, and they're bringing more than one kind of wing
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 6:45pmThe Carson City Airport will once again be hosting its Open House and Fly-In this Saturday, June 29 from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., with all proceeds going to benefit the Eagle Valley Children’s Home.
This year, the annual festivity is adding a new kind of wing to the mix: chicken wings, with a Chicken Wing Cook-Off Challenge.
NNDA's The Business Edge meeting Wednesday to focus on Aerospace in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 10:48amNorthern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "Aerospace in Nevada" as part of its ongoing monthly meeting series that happens this Wednesday.
Girl Scout 'Take Action' project helps Carson City based Pets of the Homeless
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 2:58pmCARSON CITY — The national nonprofit, Feeding the Pets of the Homeless, welcomed the generous donation of pet blankets made by Samantha Amthein and Rachel Bush of local Girl Scout Troop No. 210.
Nineteen colorfully patterned fleece blankets were made by the girl scouts for their "Take Action for Changing the World" project.
Voting begins for NV Energy Foundation's 'Power of Good' $30K giveaway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 10:19amVoting is now open for the $30,000 NV Energy Foundation Power of Good Giveaway. More than 85 nonprofits statewide that are helping youth and young adults ages 12 to 24 through diverse and inclusive programs are eligible and your votes decide the winners.
Change of the Chair Guard at Carson City Chamber
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 11:21amIt has been a busy and productive year for Carson City Chamber Chairman of the Board Bob Fredlund. He’s a full-time top selling realtor for Coldwell Banker Select in Carson City and a builder of homes at Santa Maria Ranch in Dayton. His construction company also remodels homes, right now most notably the home of Carson City founder Abe Curry.
Realty Executives Nevada’s Choice, A Network Partner with Feeding Pets of the Homeless
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 06/06/2019 - 8:54amCarson City, NV – Realty Executives Nevada’s Choice was welcomed in June 2019 by the national nonprofit, Feeding Pets of the Homeless as a Donation Site. Donations of pet food and supplies can be taken to 800 E. College Parkway, Carson City, NV and will then be delivered to a local food bank, homeless shelter or homeless encampment. Feeding Pets of the Homeless is the only national network focused completely on feeding and providing emergency veterinary care to pets of the homeless.
Annual Special Olympics Nevada Summer Games held this weekend in Reno
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:25amMore than 300 Special Olympics athletes from across the state will converge this weekend in Reno for the annual Special Olympics Nevada (SONV) Summer Games. The torch was carried through Carson City Friday on its way to the games.
NNDA's The Business Edge meeting in June to focus on Aerospace in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 1:31pmNorthern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "Aerospace in Nevada" as part of its ongoing monthly meeting series.
Aerospace is more than airplanes, spaceships and drones. Specline Nevada will describe where the leaders in aerospace manufacturing are headed.
Carson City's Pioneer High School senior earns multiple scholarships
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 7:10amConan O’ Brien observed that, “If you work really hard, and you're kind, amazing things will happen.” He might as well have been describing Pioneer High School senior, Savannah Lavey.
Savannah is indeed a very kind person and a quite a hard-worker. Her efforts and attitude have paid off in the form of the two scholarships she was recently awarded.
Military veterans and seniors to take flight in WWII biplane: Public invited to attend and watch Dream Flights
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/24/2019 - 3:02pmPre-selected military veterans and seniors will enjoy the thrill of a Dream Flight in a 1944 Stearman biplane, the same aircraft used to train military aviators during World War II. The flights are courtesy of Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation (AADF), a Carson City-based nonprofit that honors U.S. military veterans nationwide with free Dream Flights. AADF has given more than 3,700 Dream Flights nationwide since 2011.
Nevada Humanities Presents “Great Basin Young Chautauqua Showcase” on May 31 and June 1
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/24/2019 - 11:05amNevada Humanities celebrates the 27th season of Great Basin Young Chautauqua with the Great Basin Young Chautauqua Showcase. Performances by Great Basin Young Chautauquans will be held on Friday, May 31, 2019 and Saturday, June 1, 2019, starting at 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm at Restless Artists Theatre, located at 295 20th Street in Sparks. Seasoned Chautauqua performer Doug Mishler will serve as the evenings’ master of ceremonies and will share recollections of the Young Chautauqua and Chautauqua experience throughout the program.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 7:12pmHeading into Thursday, May 23, 2019 we ask: Can you feel it? Yes, the Memorial Day holiday is nearly here and we may even get a weather break or four in between expected showers through the weekend, forecasters say. Activities and events to round out this third Thursday of the month include a meet and greet of Carson City Library candidates at Adams Hub for Innovation, a day hike, a bicycle cruise on the west side of the capital city, a Lunch and Learn Workshop for local nonprofit organizations, a chamber luncheon focusing on mental health, a GOP meeting, art showings, live music and more. Here's what's happening:
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, May 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 8:26pmHeading into the middle of the work week, Wednesday, May 22, there's no short supply of places to go and things to do around Carson City. Sure you may want to pull out your parkas or sweaters for the day. All the more reason to take in those rays of sunshine when the clouds break. A walk through the capitol grounds is always a blessing and treat, no matter the weather or your politics. So enjoy. Here's what's ahead:
NNDA's The Business Edge to focus on 'Workforce Retention and Succession' this Wednesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/19/2019 - 11:09amThe May series of Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "The Next Step: Workforce Retention and Succession" this Wednesday, May 22, at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.
National Adoption Weekend comes to Carson City Petsmart Sunday May 19 with Res-Que
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 7:12pmIt's National Adoption Weekend, and Carson City will be hosting its own adoption event at Petsmart, featuring dogs from local canine rescue, Res-Que.
Music, Bikes, Open Mic, and more: what's happening Friday, May 17 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 7:03amHappy Friday Carson City! It's going to be another grey, cold day which looks like it's going to continue for at least a week. However, that's not going to stop Carson City from having fun! On the docket today we have a bike and music festival, open mic night, fundraisers, Celtic music, and more!
Take a spin Saturday, help disabled vets: Capital Ford hosts Drive 4UR Community at Carson Mall
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/16/2019 - 11:42amTake a spin in a new Ford vehicle this Saturday at Carson Mall in Carson City and help local disabled American veterans. For every test drive taken, Ford Motor Company through Capital Ford in Carson City will donate $20 to the Disabled American Veterans local chapter for a total of $6,000.
Carson City-based Ageless Aviation expands fleet of Stearmans to honor military veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/10/2019 - 2:14pmCARSON 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.
NNDA's The Business Edge to focus on 'The Next Step: Workforce Retention and Succession'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 3:42pmThe May series of Northern Nevada Development Authority's The Business Edge will focus on "The Next Step: Workforce Retention and Succession" on Wednesday, May 22, at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.
NNDA’s The Business Edge is a monthly educational series providing information on issues and trends of interest to the northern Nevada business community.
Bicycle month rolls through Carson City, Bike and Music Festival set for May 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 3:24pmAs the sun is starting to emerge in Carson City, so too are the bicycles. “I’m already hearing from people that they’re getting their bikes out of the garage,” said Randy Gaa, president of Muscle Powered, the nonprofit organization dedicated to a walkable and bikeable community.
Nevada Letters About Literature student competition winners named; advance to national competition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/29/2019 - 11:16amNevada Humanities has announced the winners of the statewide Letters About Literature program. 243 students from Nevada submitted entries to the national competition at the Library of Congress, and nine Nevada students placed in the top three of their respective judging categories and will be honored in a ceremony in Las Vegas on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. The first place winners in each category will represent Nevada at the national competition in Washington, D.C.
Non-Profit Lunch & Learn Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 3:59pmIf you have a non-profit (or thinking about starting one) and need a little help on the ins and outs of running a non-profit, we invited Craig with SCORE to come and visit us on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at the Carson Nugget in the Alatte coffee house to chat with us. Meeting starts at 12:00 Noon so come a little early to order your lunch.
Eight Carson City restaurants join the Green Dining District on Carson Street
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 8:34amThe nonprofit organization greenUp!, which provides environmental education to businesses, announced Wednesday that it has eight restaurants so far that will be part of the Green Dining District pilot program on Carson Street in Carson City.
Senator Square: Art scholars announced, seniors grateful to Carson City for project role
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/21/2019 - 11:07amCarson High School senior students have successfully completed their 2019 Senior Projects, a CHS graduation requirement, and they could not have accomplished this without the selfless sacrifice of members of the Carson City community.
Carson City student 1 of 3 winners in nation for Digital Learning Challenge
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/16/2019 - 8:11amCARSON CITY — Project Tomorrow, a national education nonprofit group based in Irvine, Calif. hosted a nationwide challenge “Speak Up” to all students, grades K-12, where they submitted viewpoints about key educational issues, particularly concerning digital learning and the use of technology to support future ready schools.
Carson City's Muscle Powered to take on portion of Carson River at next Trash Mob
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 11:15amMuscle Powered will host its next Trash Mob cleanup in Carson City on Saturday, April 20 at East Silver Saddle Ranch. Volunteers will set out to do cleanup along the river between Sierra Vista Lane and the Carson River.
Sports, Gardening, Veteran's Remembrance Day: Here's what's happening in Carson City on Sat., March 30
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/30/2019 - 10:13amGood morning Carson City! It's finally starting to feel like Spring around here. The weather today is going to be another gorgeous day, sunny with highs of 56, a low of 28, and 52 percent humidity. On the schedule today we have a ton of wonderful events, from a live music benefit for the homeless, to pollinator workshops, a Roller Derby match, a Veteran's Remembrance Day celebration at Mills Park, and much more. Scroll below to see everything happening today in our capital city.
Local musicians rally to benefit services for Carson City’s homeless
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/30/2019 - 1:37amLocal musicians will bring their voices and talents to A to Zen to raise funds to help support services for Carson City’s homeless.
Singers, songwriters, musicians and more will play throughout the day on Saturday, March 30, 1 to 9:30 p.m.
Donations raised will benefit RCIL and The Do Drop In, a local nonprofit that provides a place for homeless residents to spend their time and receive important job and living resources.