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It's Your City: Youth Theatre Carson City presents 'Little Mermaid, Jr.'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 12:54pmThis week's edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Youth Theater Carson City's Andie Wilkerson and Aydree Shehorn to talk about the upcoming production of "Little Mermaid Jr.," which runs July 26 through August 4 at the Bob Boldrick Theatre inside the Carson City Community Center.
Carson City's Brewery Arts Center receives national award from AARP
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/19/2019 - 9:12amAARP National has just released the winners of their Community Challenge Grants and the Brewery Arts Center is on the list!
For the third annual AARP Community Challenge, AARP received more than 1,660 applications from nonprofits and government entities, resulting in a highly competitive selection process.
Celebrity golf, train rides and more: Events around the Carson City region for Sunday, July 14
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 4:39pmHappy Sunday Carson City! There’s a slew of events around the Carson City region to help get back into the work week. Don’t miss the third and final round of the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe.
Sassabration, Car Shows, Markets and more: events for Saturday, July 13
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/12/2019 - 11:19pmGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! Today we’ve got a packed day of activities, including Carson City’s Proudest Pride event, Sassabration! In addition, we’ve got the Capital City Kid’s Triathlon, the farmers market, a Carson Street car show, and more!
The Mother Hips, car show, kids triathlon and more: Carson City region in store for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 9:46pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events and activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. On Friday, Muscle Powered will host a morning walk at the Carson City Multi-Use Path at 8 a.m. And there's coin press demonstrations at the Nevada State Museum.
Lake Street Dive Performs at Montbleu Casino on August 14
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 9:31amLake Street Dive tours the US this summer in support of its critically acclaimed 2018 album, Free Yourself Up. The band has new headlining shows, several of which find them co-headlining with The Wood Brothers, as well as in support of the The Avett Brothers. The new dates continue in Des Moines, Iowa, on June 25 and include shows across the country, in North Carolina, Virginia, Michigan, Ohio, Iowa, Missouri, Kansas, Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, California, and more (full schedule below).
Nevada Arts Council announces fiscal year 2020 grant recipients
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/08/2019 - 3:26pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Arts Council announced Friday the awarding of more than $1 million in statewide grants to 172 recipients ranging from individual artists to nonprofit organizations and public institutions for the 2020 fiscal year.
Events around the Carson City area for Monday, July 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 6:04pmHeading into Monday, July 8, 2019 we want to give a big shout out to all the local organizations and agencies that made this Fourth of July weekend around the Carson City region one to remember. For Monday we're looking at a number of events including a basketball camp at the MAC, a children's theater camp, a local talk with the Carson City Airport manager, art activities, line dancing and more.
Events around the Carson City area for Sunday, July 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 7:34amHeading into Sunday, July 7, 2019 activities lined up around the Carson City region feature a Muscle Powered bike ride, train rides, the final day of the carnival at Mills Park, music, concerts and more. Look for sunny skies and a daytime high in the low to mid 80s. Enjoy your day.
Movie in the Park, Farmers Market and more: events and happenings for Saturday, July 6
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/05/2019 - 11:45pmGood morning Carson City, and happy Saturday! It’s going to be another warm one with a high of 89 and a low of 52. On the docket today we have a free Movie in the Park in Silver City, the Saturday Farmer’s Market, the Carnival, train rides, and more! Check below to see what’s going on for the weekend.
Saturday, July 6
Carnival, wine tasting, live music and more: Carson City region lined up with 3 days of events
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/04/2019 - 9:57pmHeading into the Independence Day holiday weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to keep the next three days jam-packed with excitement.
Events and activities around Carson City for Sunday, June 30
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 10:23pmHappy Sunday Carson City! There are plenty of activities and events around the Carson City region to help transition back into the work week. The third and final day of Carson City Off-Road cruises to downtown Carson City with Pro Men and Women Backcountry races starting at 7:30 a.m. Muscle Powered will hold its weekly Sunday bicycle ride at Fremont Elementary School from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Newsies the Musical: A reader review
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 5:44pmOn June 28th my wife and I where honored to go watch a musical, a musical that was filled with so much music, joy, sadness and most of hope. The singers did an amazing job of fulling the roles they where chosen for. The music that they sang and danced to was one of the hardest scores that has ever played on Broadway.
Here is the best part, the cast was made up by young adults, younger adults and small children. The name of the musical is called "Newsies" It is being performed by the Wild Horse Children's Theater of Carson City.
Get in the Act! Summer Theater Camp for Kids
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 11:44amGet in the Act! Theater Camp for Kids is celebrating its 19th summer of providing aspiring young performers with enriching performing arts training at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada in Carson City.
Day two of Epic Rides, Carson City Airport's Open House, and more: Events for Saturday, June 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 11:26pmGood morning Carson City, and happy Saturday! It'll be a bit warmer than yesterday with a high of 86 and a low of 51, and you can expect a bit of a breeze with 13 mph winds.
There's a lot going on today in our beautiful Capital City, with day two of Epic Rides, the Carson City Airport Open House and Wing Cook-off, the farmer's market, a youth expo, and more.
Tickets now available for ‘Under the Big Top’ Annual variety show benefitting Meals on Wheels
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 10:39amTickets for Under the Big Top, the 2019 circus-themed, multi-generational production of the Senior Follies are now available for show dates July 12-14.
Bike race, airport open house, live reggae and more: Carson City stacked with all-ages weekend events
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/27/2019 - 5:50pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City area to help the next three days breeze by. There's a morning Muscle Powered walk, plus the Nevada State Museum will host 2 behind the scenes tours in natural history and anthropology. Plus, the fourth annual Carson City Off-Road kicks off its three-day event with a Capital 15 Fun Ride and Free Clunker Crit Ride. Heading into the evening, “Newsies” will take stage at the Carson City Community Center and you can sit under the stars and watch “The Little Rascals” at 8 p.m. during movie night at John Mankins Park.
Extra Extra! It's Your City highlights production of 'Newsies' opening Friday in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/27/2019 - 10:19amIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Carol Scott of Wild Horse Children's Theater as it prepares to launch production of the Tony Award winning Broadway hit "Newsies" in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center.
Get in the Act! Summer Theater Camp for Kids at Children's Museum Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 12:31pmGet in the Act is celebrating its 19th summer of providing aspiring young performers to the magical world of theater through dancing, singing and acting and we are excited to bring our popular camp to the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada this summer! The camp is for students entering grades K-3rd, July 8-12 from 9 am to Noon.
To register contact Diane Handzel at (775) 588-8614 or email: info@getintheact.org
Brewfest, Antsy McClain and more: Carson City area events celebrate first summer weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 6:28pmHeading into the weekend, there's a bevy of events around the Carson City region that brings a cool breeze to the first three days of summer. The 16th Motor Officer Challenge kicks off Friday at 7 a.m. at Mills Park. Lace up the shoes for a Friday morning walk at East Silver Saddle Ranch hosted by Muscle Powered.
Celebrate the Fourth of July with TOCCATA: Tahoe Orchestra and Chorus's 14th Annual 'BOPs' Concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 5:02pmThe Tahoe Symphony Orchestra, also known as TOCCATA, helps you celebrate the Fourth of July spirit with family and friends, close to home. Our 14th annual “BOPS” concert, conducted by Maestro James Rawie, is a delightful summer event that we perform at Carson Valley United Methodist Church in Gardnerville on Sunday, July 7 at 4 p.m.
Children's version of '101 Dalmatians' wags into Carson City's BAC this Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 8:33amPaws what you’re doing and mark your calendar for Friday, June 21, 5 and 6:30 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center. Students with the Carson City School District, in partnership with the Wild Horse Children’s Theater, will debut their Summer Theater Camp’s adaptation of Disney’s "101 Dalmatians, Kids." Admission to the play is free of charge; however, donations will be accepted.
Change of the Chair Guard at Carson City Chamber
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 11:21amIt has been a busy and productive year for Carson City Chamber Chairman of the Board Bob Fredlund. He’s a full-time top selling realtor for Coldwell Banker Select in Carson City and a builder of homes at Santa Maria Ranch in Dayton. His construction company also remodels homes, right now most notably the home of Carson City founder Abe Curry.
Carson City supervisors to discuss funding allocations, budget augments
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 1:36pmThe next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Thursday, June 6, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street.
To be discussed are funding, contract purchases, grants, special event costs, and more.
Wild Horse Theater presents Disney's Newsies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:00amExtra! Extra! Read all about it! Wild Horse Children’s Theater presents the Tony Award winning Broadway phenomenon, Disney’s Newsies in the Bob Boldrick Theater at the Carson City Community Center 851 East William Street in Carson City, June 28, 29, 30 and July 5, 6, and 7th.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, May 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 10:06pmAs we head into Tuesday, May 21, 2019 there seems to be some debate brewing about the weather. Is the persistent series of cold weather systems normal or not? We spoke with a forecaster from the National Weather Service about it and he noted that everyone has an opinion. Some folks swear this happens every Spring, storm after relentless storm through the entire month of May. Some swear the month of May in western Nevada is usually sunny, in the upper 70s to low 80s and comfortable. Whichever you believe, go with it and enjoy. Here's what's ahead Tuesday:
Blood inventory low going into Memorial weekend; Carson City drives Tuesday and Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 2:18pmDue to extremely high usage throughout the region and other factors, the Reno and Carson City area blood supply is currently below ideal levels approaching Memorial Day weekend. All blood types are needed, but local inventory for Blood Type O negative has been hovering at or below a one-day supply, while Vitalant strives to keep a four-day supply of all blood types ready.
Carson City man admits breaking into church and stealing computers, music equipment
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 10:55amA 37-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday on multiple felony counts including suspicion of burglary, obtaining money under false pretense, possession of stolen property, possession of credit cards without consent of the owner and drug charges.
Blood drives in Carson City, Carson Valley areas this week
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/19/2019 - 8:10pmCasino Fandago in Carson City is hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, May 21 from 1 to 6 p.m.in the Banquet Room. Each donor receives a special drawing ticket and at the end of the blood drive a ticket will be drawn. Also all donors receive a $10 e-gift card from Amazon.
Auditions for ‘The Little Mermaid Jr.’ held today at Western Nevada Performing Arts Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/18/2019 - 7:24amIn what is sure to be the cutest production of the season, The Little Mermaid Jr. is hosting auditions today at Western Nevada Performing Arts Center as a part of Youth Theater Carson City.
This is an open call to all youth grades K-12. The dates for the show will be July 26 - Aug. 4, at the Bob Boldrick Theater inside the Carson City Community Center.