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Tuesday Evening Hike to C-Hill hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/22/2019 - 12:54pmJoin our free leader-led hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors! Meet in the dirt parking area on Curry Street behind the Railroad Museum. Bring a flashlight just in case. Hat and sunscreen recommended. Water and sturdy closed-toed shoes are required.
Tuesday evening hikes begin at 5:30 pm and will be 4-6 miles in length. If it is raining, snowing and/or condition of trail is not safe, hikes will be cancelled. Check www.musclepowered.org/calendar or Facebook after 3:00 pm. Contact Sharon Coates at scoates7515@gmail.com, if you have questions.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 8:22amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the last day of winter. It is Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Expect mostly sunshine and cloudy skies today as a weather system is expected to move into the region later tonight bringing rain showers to the lower valleys and some snow to the Sierra for the first day of Spring. Here's what is happening around town today, including free admission to the Nevada State Museum.
Upcoming Carson City lecture tells of Hollywood’s courtship with V&T Railroad
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/18/2019 - 11:29amCARSON CITY — When Hollywood in the first half of the 20th Century set its cameras on telling the story of the Transcontinental Railroad, the search for artifacts led it straight to Virginia City and Nevada’s historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad.
Museum in Carson City puts spotlight on Nevada’s cultural diversity at upcoming showcase
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 1:32pmCARSON CITY — Museums from around the state will converge on the Nevada State Museum in Carson City on Tuesday, March 19 for the 2019 Nevada Museum Showcase.
Nevada State Museum offers new volunteer training in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/19/2019 - 10:30amCARSON CITY — Do you love Nevada history, and, more importantly, do you love sharing that knowledge with others? If so, the Nevada State Museum has a perfect opportunity.
The museum is recruiting for volunteers, who will get a multi-day in-depth jaunt through the museum’s collections and operations.
The Nevada State Museum was voted the best museum in rural Nevada by the readers of Nevada Magazine in 2018. It couldn’t have received that recognition without the cadre of volunteers who help out on a daily basis, said Director Myron Freedman.
Nevada Lore Series: Reno, the Biggest Little Divorce Capital of the World
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/01/2019 - 10:00amMost people forget that divorce wasn’t an easy thing to achieve up until the last part of the 20th century. So how is it that Reno, a tiny little railroad town in the middle of nowhere, became known as the place to flock to if you wanted to untie that knot?
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/31/2019 - 8:16amHello Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019. We're looking forward to an eventful weekend ahead as a winter storm is building and is expected to bring snow to the Sierra and rain and snow showers to the valley floor. And then there's Sunday's Super Bowl and all the fixings that come with that. Enjoy your day today. The weekend is right around the corner.
Carson City Mayor address: Affordable housing challenges remain amid economic rebound
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/30/2019 - 2:02pmUPDATED WITH VIDEO LINK: Here is the State of the City address delivered Wednesday by Carson City Mayor Robert "Bob" Crowell. The annual presentation highlights activity and successes within city government in 2018 and goals put forward to accomplish this year.
Happenings around Carson City for Friday, Jan. 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/18/2019 - 12:40amGood day Carson City. It is Friday, Jan. 18, 2019. Heading into the weekend it looks like the heavy stuff is out of the way weather wise. Today we'll see a slight chance of rain and snow after 10 a.m. with mostly cloudy skies and a high near 46. Saturday we are looking at partly sunny skies and a high in the low 50s.
Nevada Lore Series: Abe Curry and the Founding of Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/17/2019 - 12:44pmPeople, even Nevadans themselves, often ask why Carson City is our beloved capital. It does seem odd, when you look at the “City,” half rural, half town. Reno has more than double our population, and Las Vegas even more. During the Comstock Boom, Virginia City was arguably the largest, most profitable city in the state.
So how did little Carson City become the central legislative hub of Nevada?
Wild West 2019 on the Comstock: Virginia City special event tickets now available
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 12:08pmVirginia City is known for two things: mining history and quirky, off-the-wall events. In 2019, those two things are joined together with the announcement of the historic Nevada town’s annual special events lineup and online ticket sales.
Diversity and the Transcontinental Railroad featured at museum lecture in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 1:21pmCARSON CITY — The construction of the Transcontinental Railroad is one of American’s milestone achievements, but it took a multinational workforce to get it done.
Column: What 2019 means to history
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 01/05/2019 - 3:27pmWhile no one can truly know the future, the year 2019 is going to be full of notable anniversaries commemorating events significant to history. Some we celebrate, others we mourn or memorialize. Some are remembered fondly, others with grief.
Here is a look at some of the more profound anniversaries we will observe this year:
Thursday Hike to Ormsby Fire Road South hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/04/2019 - 9:47pmJoin us for free hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet in the parking lot on South Curry Street, behind the Railroad Museum. Water and sturdy or athletic shoes are required. Hiking poles recommended.
Nevada Lore Series: Walker Lake's famed sea monster, Cecil the Serpent
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 10:20pmLegend tells of a terrifying monster that is supposed to reside in the depths of Walker Lake who has been sighted for centuries. For years, Cecil even had his own float in the Nevada Day Parade.
The legend of Cecil seems to have been first written down in the early-to-mid 1800s, when Nevada was first being explored by white settlers looking to spread out and maybe try their hand at finding gold or homesteading.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 23
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/22/2018 - 9:11pmLet the countdown begin. Tomorrow is Christmas Eve!
This is the last day to see Santa Claus at the Carson Mall and aboard the Santa Train at the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 22
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/21/2018 - 9:14pmBid farewell to Autumn, because today is the first full day of Winter.
This is also the last weekend before Christmas Day, which means the last Santa Trains of the season at the Nevada Railroad Museum. Santa Claus also leaves his North Pole headquarters at the Carson Mall Sunday in preparation for his big night.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 16
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/15/2018 - 11:04pmChristmas is getting closer, and in Carson City, that means holiday trains. From the V&T Railway's Polar Express to the Nevada State Railroad Museum's Santa Train, rails around the state capital are busy delivering Saint Nicholas to children and spreading Christmas cheer.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 15
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/14/2018 - 8:54pmThere are only two more Saturdays until Christmas, and Santa Claus is back in Carson City again this weekend ahead of the big holiday.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Dec. 9
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/08/2018 - 9:38pmThe Christmas spirit is very present around Carson City these days with just over two weeks remaining before the big day.
Santa Train opens 34th season at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 12/08/2018 - 4:45pmHoliday magic has returned to the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City, where the Santa Train has pulled into Wabuska Station for the next three weekends before Christmas.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 8
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 12/07/2018 - 8:37pmYou better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I'm telling you why: Because Santa Claus is coming to Carson City!
What's happening around Carson City this Thursday, Dec. 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/06/2018 - 8:14amIn the final stretch of the work week, today is Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018. For those keeping score, there are four days of Hanukkah remaining, we are 19 days away from Christmas and 26 days until 2019. Here's what's happening today:
Nevada State Museum to celebrate sesquicentennial arrival of coin press to Carson City
Submitted by editor on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 11:46amIt was 150 years ago this month when one of Nevada's most treasured artifacts first arrived in Carson City.
Nevada Lore Series: The invention of the famous blue jean and the Reno, Levi connection
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 12:41pmIf you looked in your closet for pants right now, I can almost guarantee what comes to mind first is that traditional blue jean. Everyone likes blue jeans, right? They’re almost as American as the U.S Flag and apple pie.
Did you know we have Reno to thank for blue jeans?
Santa Trains steam up for 34th year at Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 10:38amThe Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City launches its 34th year of Santa Train the weekend of Dec. 8 and tickets are available now.
Virginia City kicks off 'Christmas on the Comstock' this Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 11:31amHolding with tradition, Virginia City is once again putting on its festive hat for a holiday celebration with music, lights, and heaps of holiday spirit.
Thursday Hike to C-Hill from Curry Street hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 6:48pmJoin us for free hikes each week to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Meet in the dirt parking area on Curry Street behind the Railroad Museum.
Bring a friend and/or friendly dogs. All hikes are 2-4 miles with duration of about 90 minutes, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. Water and sturdy or athletic shoes are required. Hat, sunscreen and hiking poles recommended. Some trails are dirt and others are paved.
What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Nov. 24
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 9:01pmThanksgiving and Black Friday may be behind us, but Small Business Saturday is still ahead. Today consider shopping local to support small businesses in Carson City and surrounding communities. Small business Saturday deals can be found inside the Carson Mall, in downtown Carson City and at small businesses throughout the Nevada state capital.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Nov. 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 12:34amWelcome to your windy Friday, Nov. 23, 2018 the day after Thanksgiving. We hope your Turkey Day was a memorable one with enough leftovers to last through the weekend. If you're looking for holiday bargains today and Saturday, there's plenty of them to go around. Today is known as "Black Friday" the official launch of the holiday shopping season and Small Business Saturday, where independently owned restaurants, shops, art galleries, merchants and speciality stores urge all to shop and buy locally.