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Saturday is Downtown Carson City Wine Walk
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 2:27pmStroll around downtown Carson City and enjoy wine tasting with a commemorative wine glass and hors d'oeuvres for $10. Visit the art galleries, gift shops, casinos and restaurants. Purchase your glass at the Nugget, Cactus Jacks, Horseshoe Club or Bella Fiore. Turn in your map at the Carson Nugget at 5pm for prizes. The walk is from 1 - 5pm and takes place the 1st Saturday of every month.
Carson City to celebrate 'Day of the Dead' at Nevada State Museum
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2012 - 1:03pmAll cultures celebrate the dead as well as mourn them. And the first of November usually marks the Day of the Dead, also known as Dia de los Muertos. In Carson City there will be a multicultural celebration Saturday, November 10, to honor loved ones who have passed away with stories, crafts, songs and exhibits, colorful folklore dancers. The Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum.
Don Q's Weekly Fishing Report through Nov. 6
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/31/2012 - 1:07pmHere is this week's fishing report covering rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct 31 through Nov. 6.
Halloween activities at Carson Mall, Governor's Mansion
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/30/2012 - 12:09pmAlong with neighborhood trick or treating, a handful of Halloween events are lined up for Wednesday including A Halloween Festival planned at Carson Mall. Costumed kids, face painting, games, prizes, snacks and more are featured from 1 to 5:30 p.m. Parents and children can then move on to the Governor's Mansion for an annual Halloween meet and greet, trick or treat.
Carson City mystery theater auditions hosted by Proscenium Players
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/29/2012 - 9:53amProscenium Players and Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino in Carson City will hold open auditions for their 2013 mystery dinner theater production of "Murder on the Lust Boat" on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 1-2, 7 to 9 p.m. inside the casino's Juniper Room.
Watch it Live: Coverage of Nevada Day Governor's Banquet from We Shoot Video
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/25/2012 - 5:54pmThe Nevada Day Governor's Banquet at the Grand Sierra Resort Summit Pavilion in Reno will be shown live, beginning at 6 p.m., tonight (Thursday) by Carson City-based We Shoot Video. Go here to watch it live. For the fourth year We Shoot Video will also produce live coverage and running online streaming commentary of the Nevada Day Parade beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Outdoors with Don Q: Celebrate Nevada Day 2012
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/24/2012 - 11:20pmAs an "Old Timer" who was born and raised in Carson City, the Nevada Day celebration has always been something special in my life.
Through many years of living in Carson City, I have enjoyed many of the activities associated with the celebration of our state's admission to the Union, way back on October 31, 1864.
Don Q's Fishing Report for Oct. 24-30
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/24/2012 - 9:13pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This week's report is for the week of Oct. 24-30.
Halloween Festival At the Carson Mall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/24/2012 - 4:12pmNevada Day celebrations will be streaming LIVE online
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/18/2012 - 8:01amWatch the LIVE Webcasts of the Governor’s Banquet and the Parade.
Show Your Talent at Western Nevada College Community Contest
Submitted by editor on Wed, 10/17/2012 - 8:08pmThere’s still time to showcase your talents, have some fun, and at the same time, help Carson City area high school graduates pay for college. Western Nevada College's Latino Student Club is seeking performers for a fund-raising event on Friday, Nov. 9, that brings students and the community together for an evening of cultural entertainment. All proceeds from the event support WNC student scholarships.
Don Q's Fishing Report for week of Oct. 17-24
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/17/2012 - 12:36amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 17-24.
Annual Carson City turkey shoot on October 21
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 5:16pmThe Clear Creek Bowmen of Carson City, a local archery group, will host its annual turkey Shoot on Sunday, October 21. The annual event will be held at the Centennial Park archery range, which is east of the Eagle Valley Golf Course. Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m.
Registration fee is $20 for an adult and children are free. The turkey shoot will begin at 9:00 a.m. The contestants will be shooting at a total of 35 3-D targets at unmarked yardage.
Western Bariatric Institute Hosts Free Fashion Show to Raise Awareness for Obesity
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 11:38amWith more than 93 million Americans affected by obesity, it is essential to raise awareness of obesity to help ensure access to effective treatment options. That is why Western Bariatric Institute, a leader in weight-loss surgery and educational obesity outreach, along with their presenting sponsor Hall and Wrye Plastic Surgeons, is pleased to announce that their 10th Annual Fashion Show will be held in Reno on Saturday, Oct. 13 at the Pioneer Center. This is a free event and the first 200 guests will receive swag bags compliments of The Summit.
Countdown to local author's 'Launch' party Oct. 15
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/11/2012 - 10:32amOctober is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Outskirts Press and local author Steve Browne are proud to announce a book launch party for a new inspirational novel depicting the incredible journey of a NASA scientist born with cerebral palsy titled, “How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun and Profit.” The event occurs October 15 at the Carson Cigar Company (318 N Carson St Ste 101).
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Benefit for Highway 50 crash victim Daniel Holley
Submitted by admin on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 12:01pmA benefit for Daniel Holley, who survived an August 14 vehicle crash on Highway 50 that killed four people, will be on Saturday, Oct. 13 at the Tuff Luck Ranch, 175 River Road, Dayton. Gates open at 1 p.m. Tickets are $15 are each and can be purchased at the gate.
Entertainment provided by Richard Elloyan, local singer, song writer and cowboy poet.
Join us for an afternoon of visiting with friends, listening to great entertainment, enjoying a barbecue.
Don Q's Fall Fishing Report For Oct. 10-17
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 9:34amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 10-17.
'Casa Blanca' Spoof at the Governor’s Mansion Benefits the Carson Tahoe Health Auxiliary
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/09/2012 - 11:51amCARSON CITY – Where can you see a mystery dinner show spoofing the movie “Casa Blanca” and the American dream of winning the big jackpot? At the Governor’s mansion Nov. 3 when the Proscenium Players, Inc. present “Dealt a Deadly Hand: Murder at the Carson City Casino Royale.
Second annual Ultimate Wing Wars at Carson Station through Sunday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 5:05pmExpect feathers to fly. The Ultimate Wing Wars, a chicken wing cook-off event at the Best Western Carson Station Hotel Casino in Carson City is now underway, today through Sunday in the parking lot at 900 S. Carson Street.
“Last year’s inaugural chicken wing cook-off event was a tremendous success with thousands in attendance,” said Jennifer Russell, Carson Station’s director of marketing. “This is year we’re upping the ante with more wings, more prizes, more music and more fun.”
Halloween swing dance party
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 10:39amHigh Sierra Swing Dance Club presents a free dance lesson at its annual Halloween costume ball 7-10:30 p.m. on Oct. 20 at the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St., Carson City. Tim Renner will teach a free beginner West Coast swing lesson at 7 p.m.; afterwards, all new dancers may stay for the 8 p.m. dance for free. Costumes are optional, but there will be prizes for best holiday attire in three categories. Spooky Woods will spin appropriately scary dance tunes. Partners are not required.
Poetry Out Loud Registration Due Dec. 1
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/03/2012 - 4:42pmHigh school teachers and students are invited to get involved in Nevada Poetry Out Loud, the dynamic poetry program that is structured similarly to the National Spelling Bee, but focuses on literary heritage through memorization and performance of classic and contemporary poetry. Registration for The Eighth Annual Nevada Poetry Out Loud competition is open to all Nevada public, private, charter, parochial and alternative schools and home school associations through Dec. 1.
Don Q's fishing report for Oct. 3-10
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/03/2012 - 11:30amHere is this week's fall fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 3-10.
CTH Auxiliary to Hold Mystery Dinner Show, November 3
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/30/2012 - 3:54pmSave the date, Saturday, November 3rd for a great fundraiser.
Bicycle Poker Run Coming to Reno-Sparks
Submitted by BikeCarson.com on Thu, 09/27/2012 - 3:32pmOnce again, the Gonads -n- Strife Bicycle Club is doing their Fall Poker Run. This fun ride takes you from the Great Basin Brewing Company in Sparks, through Victorian Square, along the Truckee River, through downtown Reno, and then back again. There are many fun stops along the way as you collect your poker hand. The highest hand at the end wins an Electra cruiser! There are many other great raffle prizes as well, and they always donate the money to a good cause.
Local Author Debuts New Book, How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun And Profit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/27/2012 - 10:02amOctober is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and Outskirts Press and local author Steve Browne are proud to announce the debut of the inspirational "must- read" new book of the year, How To Raise A Rocket Scientist For Fun and Profit.
Don Q's Fishing Report for week of Sept. 26 through Oct. 2
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 9:02amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Sept. 26 through Oct. 2.
Second Annual Carson Animal Rescue Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/21/2012 - 11:30amJoin Carson City Animal Services for the 2nd Annual CARE event on October 13th from 11:00 to 3:00. We will have information booths from several animal related businesses, live music, kids activities, raffles, drinks/snacks and prizes for winners of the 5k9 run. Special guest appearances from Smokey Bear and Carson City Sheriff's Office K9 unit. Please call Tonya Ruffner at Carson City Animal Services (775) 887-2171 for more information. Or visit the website at www.carsoncityanimalservices.org.
HopeFest Raises over $50,000 for Cancer Patients
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/20/2012 - 9:26amThe Carson Tahoe Health Foundation is pleased to announce net proceeds of over $50,000 for their 2nd Annual Carson City HopeFest fundraiser. This is an increase over last year’s net earnings of $37,000 and like last year, one hundred percent of these proceeds go towards local cancer patients seeking treatment in Carson City. Currently, the CTH Foundation is the only non-profit organization focused on supporting Carson area cancer patients with living expenses.
Don Q's Fishing Report for Sept. 19-25
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/19/2012 - 6:52amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of September 19-25.
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Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Don Q's fishing report for Sept. 12-19
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 5:52pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Sept. 12-19.