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Love of community key ingredient to Adele's in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 03/08/2018 - 9:32amFew restaurants in Carson City, or Northern Nevada for that matter, have been as successful for as long as Cafe at Adele's has.
PPI's Open Auditions for The Hit!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/06/2018 - 3:30pmPPI will be holding open auditions for The Hit by Mike Buckley, this coming weekend! In her San Francisco antiques shop, Susan is anxiously anticipating a secret meeting with a hit man named Sam but when an unsuspecting travel agent named Sam shows up first, a seriously funny case of mistaken identities unfolds.
'Rockpreneur' David Victor to offer mentor sessions at Adams Hub
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/02/2018 - 2:42pmMulti-talented music industry entrepreneur David Victor, formerly of the classic rock band BOSTON, returns to Northern Nevada on Saturday, March 17 to perform with his tribute act Bostyx.
Works: Some Water Some Welded
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/01/2018 - 10:21pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "Works: Some Water Some Welded," with artwork by artists Susan Glaser Church and Stephen Reid at the city’s Sierra Room located in the Community Center, 851 E William Street, Carson City. The exhibition is available to the public from March 2 – June 30, 2018. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Friday, March 2, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room.
Stranded skiers rescued, cited after going outside Tahoe resort boundaries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 02/23/2018 - 11:31amTwo skiers who became lost Thursday after skiing out of bounds were rescued, one Thursday night and the other plucked Friday morning by a Blackhawk helicopter from NAS Fallon, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. Both skiers were wet and cold but otherwise escaped injuries.
Bowyer hits bullseye with career spanning six decades
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 02/11/2018 - 10:29amOver his more than 60-year career as a custom bow maker, or bowyer, Tim Meigs, 89, made more than 9,000 custom bows for archers around the world.
He ended his career at the top of his field, but he got off to an inauspicious start.
Celtic series at Carson City's BAC continues this weekend with The Valerie Rose Band
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/06/2018 - 1:21pmCarson City's very own Celtic music series continues Saturday when The Valerie Rose Band takes center stage at the Brewery Arts Center in the Maizie Harris Jesse Black Box Theater.
Senator Square: Into the 'Depps' of Winterfest at Carson High School
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/04/2018 - 5:10amWinterfest 2018 is here, and the theme is “Into the Depps of Winterfest"— as in Johnny Depp — with a week stuffed full of fun activities. Depp says, “I think the thing to do is to enjoy the ride while you’re on it” and this is what Carson High School students intend to do all week long.
Writing from Mars exhibition at CCAI Courthouse Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 5:53amThe Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Writing from Mars," by artist Rick Parsons at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Friday, February 2, 5-7pm. The exhibit will be in the gallery from February 2 – May 23, 2018.
Four wins on TV show 'Jeopardy' for Carson City native Rachel Lindgren
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Wed, 01/24/2018 - 10:14pmCarson City native Rachel Lindgren extends her reign on popular TV quiz-show “Jeopardy!,” besting her opponents for the fourth time on Wednesday's program.
The Carson Comedy Club Presents Comedian Alex Elkin
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/22/2018 - 1:12pmThe Carson Comedy Club Presents Comedian Alex Elkin this Friday, Jan. 26 at the Carson Nugget in Carson City. He started his comedy career in the clubs of Hollywood California before he was old enough to be allowed in the front door.
At age 18 he took on the wilds of the Jungle Cruise as a skipper for the Disneyland Resort cracking jokes on and off the boat. He was selected as a finalist in the Laugh Factorys International Donald Trump Impersonator contest.
Coin press demonstrations resume at Carson City's Nevada State Museum
Submitted by editor on Wed, 01/17/2018 - 3:37pmCARSON CITY — After more than a year, visitors to the Nevada State Museum can watch the museum’s historic Coin Press No. 1 carry on a mission it started nearly 150 year ago in the very same building.
Carson City veterans, homeless housing facility receive generous community partner donations
Submitted by editor on Mon, 01/15/2018 - 12:46pmResidents of Carson City’s Richards Crossing, a housing, on-the-job training and resource facility for veterans, homeless and extremely low-income individuals, were delighted and surprised by the generous holiday gifts given to them by a number of organizations.
CHS Blue Thunder Marching Band picked for 2018 Chinese New Year Parade
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/12/2018 - 3:06pmCARSON CITY — The award winning Carson High School Blue Thunder Marching Band was selected to march in the 2018 Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco on Saturday, Feb. 24.
Mystery novel event Thursday to benefit Carson City Library
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/08/2018 - 1:37pmReno author Mark S. Bacon will talk about “Where Mystery Writers Get Their Deadly Ideas,” and sign copies of his new book, “Desert Kill Switch,” this Thursday, Jan. 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Browsers Corner Book Store in Carson City. Half the profits will benefit the Friends of the Carson City Library.
Colorful Artist Carrie White January Artist of the Month
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/03/2018 - 3:55pmCarrie was born in San Francisco, California and grew up in Northern California; Mt. Shasta and McCloud. Carrie discovered her love for art as a young child and has continued self-expression through her use of color ever since.
Obituary: Wayne Pershing McAnally
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 11:15amWayne Pershing McAnally, a native Roseville resident, went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2017 after a long battle with Alzheimers.
Born to Dr. James F. and Marie (Gold) McAnally on September 28,1938. Graduated from Roseville High School, Class of 1957. He graduated from San Francisco College of Mortuary Science, receiving the Mu Sigma Alpha outstanding Academic Proficiency Award. He was very active in his community and to name a few, he was a member of Masonic Lodge #222, Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and the Roseville Cemetery Board of Directors.
Let's work together on traffic and parking at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Sat, 12/23/2017 - 4:24pmThe rural mountain lifestyle we all enjoy at Lake Tahoe is not isolated from the major urban areas nearby. On a typical holiday weekend, the Tahoe Basin turns into a recreation thoroughfare as tens of thousands of day and overnight visitors who sustain our local economy drive up from the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento and Reno.
UNR team studies how climate change affects animal range movement
Submitted by editor on Tue, 12/12/2017 - 2:15pmRENO, Nev. – A team of researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno has been studying the effects of climate change on the range movements of species, using a woodrat hybrid zone as a model system.
Kid-sized 'Peanutcracker' comes to Carson City this Friday and Saturday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/28/2017 - 3:05pm“Peanutcracker – The Story In A Nutshell,” is a kid-sized version of the holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” told in 45-minutes by 50 local school school children. Performed by Sierra Nevada Ballet, there will be performances Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center.
Walton’s Funerals and Cremations Promotes Jim Smolenski
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/19/2017 - 12:30pmJim Smolenski has been named manager of the Walton’s Funerals & Cremations in Carson City and Gardnerville. A long-time Carson City funeral director, embalmer and funeral home manager, Smolenski graduated from the San Francisco College of Mortuary Science in 1977.
The Carson Comedy Club Presents Comedian Mickey Joseph
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/11/2017 - 1:53pmStand-up Comic Mickey Joseph was a finalist in 1998 SF Comedy Competition. Throughout the 80's and 90's, he appeared on ABC'S America's Funniest People, NBC'S Friday Night Videos, and FOX TV'S Comedy Day. He has also headlined Harvey's in Portland, Indianapolis Comedy Connection, Governors in NY, the Icehouse in Pasadena, Comedy Underground in Seattle, Rooster T. Feathers in Sunnyvale. and many more.
Russian-Speaking Visitors Experience Nevada History
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/06/2017 - 7:25pmA bright blue sky and the clear, crisp fall air made for a perfect setting for a visit to Carson City by a group of Russian-speaking guests from the San Francisco Bay area.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Aug. 26 – 27
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/25/2017 - 6:21pmYou’ll see some pretty interesting vehicles on the road these next few days, as travelers from all over head to Burning Man. If you aren’t off to the Playa yourself, there will be plenty of fun around town to keep you and your family occupied. The second annual Family Fun Day in Mills Park is your best bet for kids of all ages. This week’s free concert at Brewery Arts Center features the Dusty Green Bones. Don’t forget your dancing shoes; they’re sure to keep you on your feet.
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New Grass Band Dusty Green Bones at BAC Saturday for Levitt AMP Carson City concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/23/2017 - 3:12pmThe Brewery Arts Center will continue an unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City. It’s time again to grab your family, friends and neighbors and head on down to Brewery Arts Center, Carson City's newest community treasure, and enjoy this week’s family-friendly free outdoor concert, Dusty Green Bones Band and The Cherry Pickers.
Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents D.O.A.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/11/2017 - 5:20amThe Carson City Classic Cinema Club will present the film "D.O.A" at a Sept. 5 showing at the Brewery Arts Center. Small-town accountant Frank Bigelow goes to San Francisco for a week's fun After a night on the town, doctors tell him he's been given a "luminous toxin" with no antidote.
Tahoe Clarity
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:05pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] presents its exhibition, "Tahoe Clarity", by artist Dylan Silver at the Community Center’s Sierra Room. CCAI will host a free reception for the artist, Tuesday, August 15, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room. The exhibit will be in the gallery from July 7 – November 9, 2017. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City.
Beyond Type 1 Diabetes Cycling Group to travel through Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/02/2017 - 5:19pmBeyond Type 1 is a group that was formed in 2015. Beyond Type 1 is a new brand of philanthropy leveraging the power of social media and technology, changing what it means to live with Type 1 diabetes. By educating the global community about this chronic, autoimmune disease, as well as providing resources and support for those living with Type 1 diabetes.
Chautauqua of Major Ormsby and Lucky Bill at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/02/2017 - 2:37pmIn a one man show, Chris Bayer will portray both Major William Ormsby and Lucky Bill Thorington in “The Major and the Gambler” at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 9, at 6:30 pm.
Major William Mathew Ormsby was born in 1814 in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. Ormsby was a teamster, failed horse dealer, citizen at large, visionary and one of the most important figures in the founding of Nevada and its capitol, Carson City. He was killed in 1860 during the Pyramid Lake Paiute uprising.
Virginia City’s Cemetery Gin wins Silver Award at San Francisco 2017 Worlds Spirits Competition
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/28/2017 - 8:31amVIRGINIA CITY, Nev. – It’s no coincidence that Virginia City, legendary for its 1800s silver mining bonanza, and its official spirit Cemetery Gin won a Silver Award at the San Francisco 2017 Worlds Spirits Competition. Silver city, silver award, thereby making it one of the top spirits in its class.