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BAC's flatbed concert, fundraisers, music, art and more highlight weekend around Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 6:27pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a number of activities, gatherings, virtual or not, happening around the Carson City region. Safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
Live music, karaoke, train rides and more highlight July 4 weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/02/2020 - 7:44pmHeading into the July 4 holiday weekend, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region to celebrate. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
Live music, art, Father's Day dinner special and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/18/2020 - 8:34amHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. Several events have instituted safety measures set by the state and Center for Disease Control to keep participants safe during these times.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: My short history of the Vietnam War
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/20/2020 - 12:28pmStaying at home alone gives one time to pause and ponder. Today I'm evoking the war in Vietnam. This was an American booboo that was partly my fault. I was in college, 1966, majoring in pizza and beer, when I received a lottery number in the mail.
Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Woo Woo Von Blitz
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/08/2020 - 11:49amHappy Wednesday Carson City! While the days are starting to mush together during quarantine, we still definitely have our Carson City's Pet of the Week Wednesdays to help tell time apart!
Our Pet of the Week this week is Woo Woo Von Blitz.
Brother Dan plays acoustic music at Washoe Camp
Submitted by Tanja Musselman on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 9:26amAcoustic music at its finest, live and spontaneous. Join Brother Dan as he performs from his repertoire of over 1,000 cover tunes and occasional original music.
Join the fun, make requests, and sing along as this Carson City musician shows why he's a mainstay in Northern Nevada entertainment.
March 20th 7pm to 10pm
Washoe Camp Saloon
3155 Eastlake Blvd
New Washoe City, NV
(775) 470-8128
For more information: www.washoecamp.com
or www.brotherdanpalmer.com
Events and Happenings for Saturday, March 7 in Carson City and Beyond
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/07/2020 - 2:12amHappy Saturday Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events through this weekend, so check below to take your pick!
Carson City homeless benefit with Tom Petty, Rod Stewart tribute bands, WNC fundraising dinner, wine walk, 'Frozen 2' screening at Carson Mall highlight weekend events
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 03/05/2020 - 8:40pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. The monthly Downtown Carson City Wine Walk takes place Saturday followed by a performance from Tom Petty and Rod Stewart tribute bands during The Do Drop In’s “A Face in the Crowd” homeless fundraiser at Fuji Park. St. Teresa School will host its 17th annual Crab Feed Fundraiser. Combined with comedy at the Carson Nugget and Brewery Arts Center, the Carson City region is in store for a busy weekend. Read on for more information.
Carson City events and happenings for Saturday, February 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/28/2020 - 8:49pmHappy Saturday Carson City, and happy leap year! We’ve got a lot of great events through the weekend, including the three-day film festival happening this weekend at the Community Center! Check below to find the full list of events through Sunday, and be sure to grab a jacket because it’s getting chilly!
South Carson Street groundbreaking ceremony, International Film Festival, live music and more this weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 5:41pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the South Carson Complete Streets Project groundbreaking ceremony, the International Film Festival held Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie weekend with door-to-door cookie sales. Combined with plenty of live music, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.
Events and Happenings for Carson City and beyond on Saturday, Feb. 22
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 1:25amHappy Saturday Carson City! It’s caucus day, are you ready to vote if you are so inclined? Here are some events to do after/instead throughout the Carson City region!
'The Odd Couple' from a woman's POV, Greenhouse Project fundraiser, music and more this weekend around Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/20/2020 - 8:12pmHeading into the weekend, there’s an abundance of activities around the capital city region over the next three days. The Brewery Arts Center hosts a female version of "The Odd Couple." Carson City's Greenhouse Project is hosting a lunch and dinner fundraiser toward a healthier State Capitol. Dale Poune will perform at Bella Vita Bistro, plus comedy at the Carson Nugget, the Nevada Caucus on Saturday, an open house at the historic Foreman-Roberts House, a Latin-themed concert at the community center and more. Read on for details.
Senator Square: Carson City community makes Carson High School events possible
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/16/2020 - 12:19amEver spend some time watching high school students having fun? They do it so naturally. There is no lack of excitement happening at Carson High School, and one of the more amazing aspects of this high school is everyone is invited to attend every event.
Events and Happenings for the Carson City Region on Saturday, Feb. 15
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/14/2020 - 9:56pmHappy Saturday Carson City! Did you enjoy the beautiful weather yesterday? Get ready for some more, because the high today is supposed to be 60 degrees again with a low of only 47!
What better way to spend the beautiful day than by checking out some local events? Check below to find the full list!
Valentine's Day happenings, BAC's Celtic series, music, comedy and more: Carson City region prepares for weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/13/2020 - 5:53pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities over the next three days. Restaurants in Carson City will host Valentine’s Day specials on Friday. The Carson City Celtic Music series will be at the Brewery Arts Center on Saturday featuring Fortunate Strangers. Combined with live music and comedy at the Carson Nugget, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Feb. 8
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 02/07/2020 - 9:11pmHappy Saturday Carson City! It’s going to be another beautiful day in the capital city, so make sure the get your sunshine while you can!
We’ve got a bunch of great events in the region through the weekend, so check below!
Cab Calloway Orchestra, Feast of Chocolate, Artsy Fartsy jewelry show and more: Carson City region readies for weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/06/2020 - 10:20pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region over the next three days. Dozens of sweets are in store for Saturday. The American Association of University Women holds its 20th annual Feast of Chocolate at the Carson Plaza and Event Center. Artsy Fartsy Gallery hosts its 9th annual Jewelry and Chocolate Show with several new decorative pieces. To cap-off Saturday, the legendary Cab Calloway Orchestra makes its way to the capital city.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Feb. 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/01/2020 - 12:26amHappy Saturday Carson City, and say hello to February! That means Spring must be right around the corner! I hope so at least, because Friday’s beautiful weather was enough to make me ready to say goodbye to father winter.
We’ve got a jam packed list of events throughout the weekend, including February’s wine walk happening today!
Check below to see what’s going on throughout the weekend.
Saturday, February 1
Wine Walk, Super Bowl parties, standup comedy, karaoke and more: Carson City area readies for upcoming weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/30/2020 - 8:13pmHeading into the Super Bowl weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the monthly downtown Carson City wine walk, plus karaoke at Bella Vita Bistro and Y-NOT Saloon. The Forest Service begins its first “Ski With a Ranger” at Lake Tahoe’s Heavenly Mountain Resort on Friday. Combined with championship football festivities on Sunday, the Silver State is in store for a wild, good time.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Jan. 25
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 1:19amHappy Saturday Carson City! There are a ton of great events in the region this weekend, it’ll be hard to choose which ones to attend! Music, food and fun await below. Check to see what’s happening for this weekend!
Saturday, January 25
Sandra Osheroff Obituary
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 5:46pmSandra Louise Osheroff, aka Sandy, nanny, and mom, a mother, bookkeeper, dog lover and community mover and shaker, adored by many, feared by some, died of cancer on January 20, 2020 in Carson City, Nevada at the age of 82.
Chinese New Year, Carson Comedy Club's military appreciation night, live music and more: Carson City region readies for weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/23/2020 - 9:45pmHeading into the last weekend of January there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a Chinese New Year Celebration at the Nevada State Museum and the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada. The Carson Comedy Club hosts its first Military Appreciation Night on Friday at the Carson Nugget. Carson Valley’s 18th annual Eagles and AG Photo Contest will be underway and live music will keep the Silver State buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Karaoke on Saturdays featured at Y-NOT Saloon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/19/2020 - 6:31pmSaturday night karaoke at the Y-NOT Saloon 152 E. Long St. in Carson City. Karaoke by Jeff Stevens from 8:00PM to 11:00PM come one come all come sing and have a great time.
Roots raconteur Ray Bonneville returns to Silver City Schoolhouse with Richie Lawrence
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/19/2020 - 12:49pmRoots Raconteur Ray Bonneville returns to Silver City in February for a one-night performance accompanied by acclaimed instrumentalist Richie Lawrence on keyboard and accordion.
Youth Theatre Carson City presents 'Shrek the Musical'
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/17/2020 - 1:36pmTheatre Carson City is thrilled to announce our upcoming production of Shrek the Musical, Jr, which will run for 8 performances over two weekends, January 17-26, 2020 in Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Dancing to 'Omnis Terra Jubilate Deo' at holiday concert
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 3:26pmMusic, I have to believe, is the best medicine on the shelf. It cuts down on our doctor bills and keeps us from sourin'. So I went to the Jubilate Holiday Concert in Truckee to cheer myself up and put a spring back in my step. It turned out to be the best decision I could have made.
Editorial by Superintendent Richard Stokes on the Magic of Christmas
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 3:57pmLast Saturday I was part of the Rotary Club's Shopping Spree. This annual event pairs a Rotarian with a needy child in hopes of purchasing gifts for the child and members of his/her family.
The young man that I accompanied was a rather precocious and talkative eight-year old who was a bit jaded when it came to acknowledging the magic of Christmas. However, during the shopping part of the activity, my new young friend became very animated and hopeful as he talked about selecting gifts for his family and for himself.
'Unsilent Night' and holiday bells at BAC, toy drive, Santa Train and more: Carson City region readies for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 7:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a toy and gift drive for homeless kids and teens, the 12th annual Christmas Carol Playalong for Strings at the Carson Mall, Carson City’s first-ever "Unsilent Night" at the Brewery Arts Center, a Só Sol dinner with entertainment at Sassafras, a "Pink Party" cancer center fundraiser at the Lighthouse Bar, comedian Dan St. Paul at the Carson Comedy Club and more.
Carson City Symphony, Carson Mall host 'Christmas Carol Playalong for Strings' this Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 5:41pmString players of all ages and levels are invited to join the 12th annual Christmas Carol Playalong on Friday, Dec. 20, 2019, from 3 to 4 p.m. inside Carson Mall, 1313 S. Carson Street, Carson City. This free event is hosted by Carson City Symphony Association and Carson Mall.
Reno-Tahoe International Airport prepares for record number of Christmas holiday travelers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/19/2019 - 4:47pmRENO — Reno-Tahoe International Airport anticipates more than 15,000 passengers will arrive and depart daily from the airport during the peak travel times leading up to Christmas and New Year's. The airport advises passengers to arrive early and allow time for parking, airline check-in and long TSA security lines.