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Carson City weekend events include Nutcracker Ballet, Small Business Saturday, Polar Express train rides, Feast with a Hero and more
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 4:33pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 31st season of the Nutcracker Ballet, a Feast with a Hero fundraiser at Slot World, Small Business Saturday throughout Carson City and Carson Valley, photos with Santa, a Telegraph Square sign dedication, Polar Express train rides at the V&T Railroad and more!
Happy Thanksgiving 2019: Carson City events for Thursday, Nov. 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/27/2019 - 9:08pmThe last Thursday of November means a big gobble gobble, Happy Thanksgiving to all. Enjoy in the games, festivities, activities at home and outdoors. Events are at a minimum, for obvious reasons, but the two big ones are traditions for us in the capital city. The Carson City Turkey Trot at the Governor's Mansion and the free Carson Nugget Thanksgiving community dinner. Enjoy your day and any slight break in the weather. More winter storms are on the way.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 7:10pmWith snow overnight into the morning, the eve of Thanksgiving will bustle with last minute food shopping and, for many, preparing for an extended holiday weekend. There's a few activities around Carson City on Wednesday, Nov. 27 including a "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, art showings, classes and more.
New program manager hired for Nevada Conservation Districts
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 7:17amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is excited to announce that Zachary Ormsby has been hired as the new Program Manager for the Nevada Conservation Districts Program. As NCDP’s Program Manager, Ormsby will work with Nevada’s 28 conservation districts to help advance natural resource conservation and management throughout the State’s diverse rural and urban landscapes.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Nov. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/25/2019 - 8:15pmWith the season's first big winter storm expected to arrive later Tuesday evening into Thanksgiving, you can still get in activities around the capital city before the snow flies. There's a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a job fair at the Carson Nugget, fitness and swing classes at Yaple's Ballroom, a Carson City School Board meeting and more.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 7:10pmEnjoy any sunshine Monday as our first significant snow storm of the season is ahead this Thanksgiving holiday week. Activities and happenings on the first day of the work week, Nov. 25, 2019 include a free yoga class offered through Partnership Carson City, a discussion on the Julian Castro campaign hosted by the Carson City Democratic Men's Club, art events and more.
Santa Pictures weekends through Dec. 22 at Carson Mall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 2:38pmSanta will be at the Carson Mall on the south side. Visits are always Free. Each child will get a small gift and candy cane. Pictures printed on-site & Digitals available for purchase. Inside the Carson Mall at Magical Moments Photography Studio. 1325 S. Carson St. Carson City, NV. Phone. 775-461-3535.
November dates are Nov. 29-30
December 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
9-11am and 12-2pm
Senator Square: CHS staff library lounge kickoff, American Citizen essay winners announced
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 8:13amThe American Citizen Essay winners are in, and they all have one thing in common: cash prizes. This year, the Carson City School District Board of Trustees selected the topic, “An early motto of the United States was e pluribus unum, which means ‘out of many, one,’ so how do we embrace diversity and inclusiveness to come together as one country?”
Carson City Santa Events Roundup for 2019: How, when and where you can find Old St. Nick
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/23/2019 - 12:18pmWhile it isn't quite Christmas-weather yet, I'm assuming at some point it will get cold and we can finally get into the upcoming holiday spirit! When that time comes, there are a ton of great Santa-related events going on in Carson City for you and the little ones to enjoy.
Cookies With Santa is back at Gather in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/22/2019 - 9:21amCookies And Photos With Santa is Back!
Angela and the staff at Gather in Carson City is hosting Cookies With Santa on December 15th from 11am to 2pm.
The Twelve Days of Christmas: Thanking our Carson City community for shopping local
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 1:33pmShop local at participating businesses and receive a drawing ticket! This is our way of thanking the community for shopping local. Participating stores are: Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery, Due Sorella (fondly known as Two Sisters), Kaleidoscope, Mom & Pops Diner, The Purple Avocado, Morley's Books, Postal Annex, Rustically Devine, Touched by Angels home and garden gift shop, Gather, The Bike Smith,Carson Jewelry & Loan, Scoups Ice Cream & Soup Bar and a special gift given by My Dream Photography.
Senator Square: Carson High School athletes excel across the board
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/10/2019 - 9:14amEveryone in Carson City is invited, always invited, to come on out and support the CHS athletic teams and programs, especially when so many of these individuals and teams have been so successful. A great many athletic events are happening this week and beyond with regional competitions in soccer, and state competitions in tennis and cross country.
Senator Square: Student reflects on Carson High School girls golf season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/03/2019 - 8:43amEditor’s Note: Sarah Wiggins is a CHS sophomore, athlete, NHS member, Leadership member, Blue Crew member, and HOSA Future Health Professional member.
The 2019 season for CHS girls golf was a great experience for everyone on the team. This year, the team was comprised of five girls: Karen Beglin, Sophia Taggart, Karrina Ferris, Brooke Gudmundson, myself, and our coaches, Wade Greenlee and Jack Butler.
Fine art show’s 25th anniversary highlights Carson City, Carson Valley artists
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 5:38pmArtists from Carson City, Minden and Gardnerville will be featured at the 25th annual Northern Nevada Artisan Show and Sale this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 1-2 in Reno.
The event’s 25th anniversary will be dedicated to the memory of Jim McCormick, UNR Art Department chair, artist, curator and one of the founders of the show. Admission is free.
Carson City Photo Club announces monthly winners
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 5:22amThe Carson City Photo Club has announced the winners of its monthly photo contest. The theme addressed by this month's winners was "shadows."
Artists sought for Carson Valley Art Association's Nevada Day Art Show, deadline is Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/20/2019 - 8:32amCall for Artists for the Carson Valley Art Association upcoming Annual Scholarship Art Show, Nevada Day weekend, October 25-27 at the CVIC Hall, 1502 Esmeralda Ave., Minden.
Artists from Nevada, adjoining California counties and high school students are encouraged to participate.
Events around the Carson City area for Sunday, Oct. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/20/2019 - 7:20amSunday will bring cool temperatures and some sunshine with daytime highs in the mid 60s around the capital city region. Lined up today are fall train rides in Carson City and Virginia City, a women veteran's support group meeting, and a a discussion with survivors, family and doctors about metastatic breast cancer. Also today, the Carson City Symphony will open its 36th season at the community center. Enjoy.
Pancakes, Art, Golf and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 12:26amGood morning Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events this Saturday, so check below for a list of delightful fall activities!
Family train rides in Carson City, Virginia City plus ghost walk, art fair and lots of pumpkins as region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 6:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!
Events around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 6:13pmHeading into Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and a high near 80. Events around the capital city include a discussion on wild horses, the first of a six-week standup comedy class, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more. Enjoy the day.
The Nevada Artist Association Art Gallery Calls for Artists to feature in Nevada Day Show
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/05/2019 - 11:25amNothing compares to the Nevada Day Show at the NAA Art Gallery where we generally receive well over 100 entries. This show features work that reflects the spirit of Nevada and beyond.
Many of our shows are specific to our members, however, this one is open to artists from the community at large. If you are interested in showing your artwork and/or photography at this judged show please plan to bring your work to the gallery on Saturday, October 19th, anytime from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Wild horse advocate to speak at Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 5:44amFeatured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Laura Leigh, President of Wild Horse Education, a 501(c)(3) registered public charity. She has been involved in anti-slaughter issues for more than two decades, carrying on the work pioneered by Velma Johnston (1912-1977), who came to be known as "Wild Horse Annie" for her fight to gain federal protection of wild horses and burros.
Carson Proud: Quilting art for love and charity
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/30/2019 - 10:43amMany types of people make up the fabric of Carson City and in my quest to learn why people are CarsonProud, I enjoy going to the many wonderful events that seem to be held every weekend. I recently attended the the 50th Anniversary of the Nevada Historical Society where time stood still for a moment or two as artists came together at the historical Foreman-Roberts House to showcase talents that have withstood the test of time.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Sept. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/15/2019 - 5:30pmHeading into first day of the work week and halfway into the month, Monday, Sept. 16, 2019 will be quite a cool-down from the weekend, with gusty winds, a chance for showers and daytime high in the mid-60s. Activities include a presentation of the green dining district now being developed in Carson City, art showings, West Coast swing dancing, and more. Enjoy your day.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Sept. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 5:12pmHeading into Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019, events around the capital city region include a morning hike at Lake Tahoe, a Healthy Communities meeting in Virginia City, a cross-country convoy of vintage military vehicles that will make a stopover at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, activities at the Carson City Library, book author presentations at the Nevada State Library and Archives and the Brewery Arts Center, food trucks at Mills Park and more. Enjoy the day.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 5:55amGood morning and good day, Carson City. It is Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019. There's a remembrance this evening at the 911 Memorial at Mills Park beginning at 6 p.m., hosted by Carson City Christian Ministerial Fellowship. Also today is a health screening available through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, art workshops and showings, a farm to fork tour in Douglas County, Wheeled Food Wednesday at the BAC and more.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, September 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/10/2019 - 5:10amHello Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019. Events around the capital city include a monthly lunch series at the Nevada State Library featuring author, professor and poet Lindsay Wilson, a Sierra Nevada Forum discussion on Nevada's Native Tribes, past, present and future; heart and vascular screenings through Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness, a morning walk, evening hike and a bike ride with Muscle Powered, archery at Centennial Park, family craft and movie night at Carson City Library and more.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Sept. 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 6:24pmHeading into Monday, Sept. 9, 2019 we're looking at the cooling trend to continue with mostly sunny skies and a daytime high in the mid-70s. Want to volunteer at the Nevada State Museum? There's training Monday and Tuesday for those interested. Other activities to get your first day of the work week going include art showings, West Coast swing dancing, and a presentation of the Eureka & Palisade Railroad at the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Are you a Raider fan? Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter will hold its season opener game watch party at Jimmy Gs Cigar Bar. Enjoy your day.
Have A Heart fundraiser for Carson City area FISH a huge success
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 12:25pmThank you to everyone who made the Friends in Service Helping, 8th annual Have A Heart fundraiser a success. Due to the generosity and kind-heartedness of the community, this year was the most successful yet!
Senator Square: Carson High School opens doors and hearts to everyone
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 8:03amEditor’s Note: This week's guest writer is Kelly K. Edmundson, MA, MFT, LCADC(P). Kelly is the Lead Safe School Professional School Mental Health Worker III at Carson High School.
Carson High School will again open its doors a little wider and longer for the 3rd Annual Back-to-School Night like no other Sept. 9. Open House, Open Hearts is a community event focused on building bridges to local services for teens and their families, increasing parent and guardian engagement at CHS, and celebrating the community, creativity, and diverse talents of Carson City.