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What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 12
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 01/11/2019 - 9:57pmGood morning Carson City and welcome to your weekend. Weather is expected to be mild for most of this weekend, partly sunny with daytime high temperatures in the mid- to upper 40s.
Here is what's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Jan. 12:
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Jan. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/10/2019 - 10:53pmHello and good day Carson City. We are headed into the end of the work week, Friday, Jan. 11, 2019. We're looking at partly sunny skies ahead into the weekend, with a chance of rain or snow showers to round out Sunday. Stay tuned. Here's what's happening around Carson City today:
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Jan. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 11:05pmHello and good day Carson City. It is Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 49. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming southeast in the afternoon. Here's what's happening around town:
Happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Jan. 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/09/2019 - 12:31amWelcome to the middle of the work week Carson City. Today is Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019. Expect mostly cloudy skies today with a high near 51. Rain is possible this morning, especially before 10 a.m., and then a slight chance of showers after 10 a.m. Here's what's happening around town:
Happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Jan. 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/08/2019 - 8:38amHello Carson City, and welcome to Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019. We're looking at mostly cloudy conditions today with a high temperature near 50 along with a chance of rain showers this evening into Wednesday. Here's what's happening around town today:
RSVP program collects items for homeless vets and vets in need for 2019 MLK Day of Service
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/07/2019 - 1:16pmNevada Rural Counties RSVP program, based in Carson City, is collecting items for homeless veterans and veterans in need as part of the 2019 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.
The MLK Day of Service is not just a day off, but an opportunity to serve. Americans from all walks of life work together to provide solutions to our most pressing national problems. “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?” Dr. King asked.
Carson City mayor Bob Crowell to present State of City address
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/03/2019 - 12:18pmMayor Robert Crowell will be addressing the citizens of Carson City on Wednesday, Jan. 30 to highlight all that has been done by the various city departments in 2018 and what can be expected to be started or completed in 2019 in this “city on the move."
Special New Years Day Hike: Wild Horse Trail and Centennial Park Loop hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 11:57amRing in 2019 with a nice hike in east Carson City offered through Muscle Powered. Meet at the back of Centennial Park, across from the baseball fields on Heritage Way.
Carson City’s RSVP asks community to join in Day of Service for local Veterans
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 12/17/2018 - 3:24pmDr. Martin Luther King, Jr. once said: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: What are you doing for others?”
Each year, Americans across the country answer that question by coming together on the King Holiday to serve their neighbors and communities.
The MLK Day of Service is not just a day off, but an opportunity to serve. Americans from all walks of life work together to provide solutions to our most pressing national problems.
What's happening around Carson City this Thursday, Dec. 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/13/2018 - 6:59amHello Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. Did you catch the spectacular sunset last night? A couple of readers submitted photos including retired CCSO Sgt. Scott McDaniel, with this spectacular shot above. In the second photo, Joanna Herring provided this sunset image from Dayton Valley Golf Course. Here is what's happening around town today:
December Mixer in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/01/2018 - 1:36pmJoin us for a Mix and Mingle on Thursday, Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Dayton Valley Country Club, 101 Palmer Drive in Dayton. Great networking opportunity. Also a great time to meet your neighbors and local businesses.
RSVP partners with Carson City Sheriff's Office to bring Christmas packages to troops
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/30/2018 - 3:26pmFor more than 43 years, the Nevada Rural Counties Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) has been serving the rural counties of Nevada with community volunteer opportunities. This year they decided to focus their holiday spirit on veterans and military personnel with a “Christmas Packages to our Troops” donation.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Nov. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 9:57pmWith winter weather having arrived, it seems only appropriate the last Friday of November is when Carson City celebrates the holiday season in a big way by ringing in the spirit of giving with the annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 7:32amGood day Carson City, it is Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018. With steady rain in the city early this morning, slushy snow in the foothills and heavy snow in the Sierra, we are on our way to winter even though it is still technically fall. It sure is beginning to look like Christmas, especially as we head into the weekend, with Friday's Silver and SnowFlakes Festival of Lights at the capitol and Saturday's downtown Holiday Crawl.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/28/2018 - 9:07amFor most, waking up this morning to rain was a big relief given the fire situation over the past few months. Today is Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018. The storm systems will continue over the next few days with the possibility of snow down to the valley floors by Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. As always, be safe out there. For the latest Carson City area forecast see CarsonWeather.com.
What's happening around Carson City this Tuesday, Nov. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 7:43amGood day Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018. Today is known as "Giving Tuesday" an international day of charitable offering established five days after Thanksgiving at the beginning of the Christmas and holiday season. Have a favorite charity or nonprofit organization? Their cups are extended today and they could sure use any help you can provide, even if it's a few dollars, the equivalent of a cup of coffee.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/26/2018 - 8:38amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the first day of the working week and the last week of November. It is Monday, Nov. 26, 2018. For those keeping score, there are 29 days left until Christmas. Were you able to get some of your holiday shopping done this weekend? You've got plenty of time this week to pick up good bargains, though it will be somewhat soggy outside. A series of winter storms will push through the Sierra and Carson City region this week.
What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, Nov. 25
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/24/2018 - 8:24pmJust like that, the end of a long holiday weekend is nigh. But the spirit of the season is just getting started. You can find it all around Carson City on Sunday.
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 Tuesday, Nov. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/20/2018 - 7:30amGood day Carson City. Today is Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, and it is the final deadline day to vote on the future of a grant that would help fund the highly successful summer outdoor concert series hosted by the Brewery Arts Center and Levitt AMP.
Free talk on domestic violence Nov. 27
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 11/16/2018 - 10:06amHere are some random tidbits on domestic violence I bet you didn't know:
According to the Nevada Domestic Violence Resource Manual, most victims of domestic violence leave their abusers — often several times. It may take a number of attempts to permanently separate because abusers use violence, financial control, or threats about the children to compel victims to return.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/15/2018 - 9:31amGood day Carson City. It is Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. We are exactly one week away until Thanksgiving. Today is the early deadline for the annual Turkey Trot so be sure to sign up to assure a t-shirt and goodie bag. Also on tap today are networking opportunities, the Peace Officer Standards and Training graduation, an artist reception for Louise Noel at Artsy Fartsy and more.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Nov. 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/13/2018 - 8:00amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018. For those keeping score there are 9 days until Thanksgiving and 42 days until Christmas. Today there's day and evening organized hiking activities hosted by Muscle Powered, a fascinating lecture about the Nevada State Children's Home; Diabetes Awareness Month activities offered through Carson Tahoe Health, art showings and more.
RSVP accepting donations for ‘Christmas Packages to our Troops’ care packages
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 11/11/2018 - 12:15pmRSVP will be taking donations for the “Christmas Packages to Our Troops” until 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, 2018. Donations can be delivered to 2621 Northgate Ln Suite 6, Carson City.
Here is the wish list of items to include in Christmas packages for our troops:
Carson City Republican Women's Club November meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/09/2018 - 11:05amThe November meeting of the Carson City Republican Women's Club will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 20 at the Carson Nugget. Guest speaker Jason Woodbury will speak on the subject of the Constitution and grand juries.
At this meeting we will also honor all military veterans accompanied by a Carson City Republican Woman member with a lunch paid for by the Club. Social time is 11 a.m. and the meeting is called to order at 11:30 a.m.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/07/2018 - 10:03pmHello Carson City and welcome to another bright, sunny yet cool fall day in the capital city. Today is Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 with the weekend now in sight. There's quite a few activities in the works today. Something for the mind, body and sharing food with others for the soul.
Free informative talk for victims of violent crime who are navigating the justice system
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/07/2018 - 3:42pmMy name is Colleen Bannister and I was a victim of a violent crime. I am sending this follow up letter in response to the many people that reached out to me either through Carson Now or on Facebook because of the first letter.
Overdose life-saving class offered by Partnership Carson City
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/04/2018 - 8:28amA training offered by Partnership Carson City on Wednesday could help save lives. The 30-minute lunchtime class will teach participants how to use the nasal spray Naloxone, a drug that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
Carson City events and happenings for Thursday, Nov. 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/01/2018 - 5:17amGood morning Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018. We're now in the month that ushers in the holiday season with Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner. As for today, there's a number of activities around town including a blood drive, networking opportunities, El Dia De Los Muertos celebration at WNC, an afternoon hike, a movie showing at the Jack C. Davis Observatory, art displays and more.