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Carson City Humane Society's Pet of the Week: Carrot
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/13/2019 - 12:57pmGood Day Carson City! Say hello to Carrot, our Pet of the Week this week! Carrot is an adorable two-year-old Australian Cattle Dog/Mix and she has been looking for her forever home since October. Look at that face! Take her home!
Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Old Man Riggley
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 11:24amGood morning Carson City! Say hello to Old Man Riggley, our Pet of the Week!
Riggley is a 10-year-old Canadian Eskimo - retriever mix and is currently looking for a home to spend the rest of his loving days.
Halloween Message from the Carson City Sheriff's Office
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 1:55pmToday Carson City Sheriff’s K-9 Officer Tarzan met with staff, patients, and their friends and families at Carson Tahoe Regional Hospital, offering festive joy, comfort, and soft cuddles on Halloween. Tonight is trick-or-treat night. We ask all to take superhero actions to promote a safe and fun Halloween.
Happy Halloween: Events around Carson City for Oct. 31
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 6:35pmHeading into the last day of October and you know what that means: Happy Halloween! Best to bundle up under the costumes as Thursday will be another chilly day, though warmer than Wednesday. Activities around the capital city include a Muscle Powered afternoon hike, art showings, library activities and more. Read on for Halloween activities around the capital city.
All Aboard: V&T Railway rides to the North Pole onboard The Polar Express begin Nov. 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 10:55amCARSON CITY — V&T Railway will begin service to the North Pole onboard the Polar Express train beginning Friday, Nov. 15. The magical story comes to life when the train departs the Eastgate Depot for an hour-long, round-trip journey to the North Pole.
Tricked Out: Carson Mall hosts Trunk or Treat this Friday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 1:25pmWhere can you find decorated car and truck trunks filled with Halloween treats? The Carson Mall in Carson City this Friday, Oct. 25.
Events and activities around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 5:56pmWe're days away from our celebration of statehood and the weather around the capital city couldn't be more, well, Nevada-like with daytime highs near 70 and sunny skies. Carson City area activities ahead for Wednesday, Oct. 23 feature an economic roundup presented by the Northern Nevada Development Authority at Casino Fandango, Carson Tahoe's annual "Spooktacular" family event, Firehouse Subs will host our local Search and Rescue for a dinner fundraiser; Sierra Nevada Journeys and Nature Conservancy will present family STEM night in Genoa, plus art showings and more. Enjoy the day.
Holiday Bazaar at St. Peter's in Carson City offers crafts, food and festive atmosphere
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 12:51pmSt. Peter's Episcopal Church in downtown Carson City at the corner of Telegraph and Division streets will host its annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Items available include hand-crafted notecards, hand-made apparel, accessories, and items for the home. Raggedy Ann dolls and Christmas bears will provide unique gifts.
Carson Tahoe Health's annual 'Spooktacular' this Wednesday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 9:42amCarson Tahoe Health's annual Spooktacular event is this week on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, 1600 Medical Parkway.
Pancakes, Art, Golf and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 12:26amGood morning Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events this Saturday, so check below for a list of delightful fall activities!
Family train rides in Carson City, Virginia City plus ghost walk, art fair and lots of pumpkins as region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 6:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!
Train rides, moonlit hikes, flea markets and more: Events and Happenings for Sunday, Oct. 13
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:49pmGood morning Carson City and happy Sunday! If you haven’t had a chance to ride the V&T Train, today is the last day of the season! In addition we’ve got a great list of events for the region, so check below to plan your day!
Pumpkin Patch, last chance for V&T Train Rides and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 12
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 7:04amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to be another beautiful fall day today and to celebrate it, you can choose from the long list events we have going on today and Sunday in the region!
Check below for the full list.
Saturday, October 12
V&T train rides, pumpkin patch, Scandinavian festival, hikes, fundraisers and more: Carson City region set for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 8:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the final V&T Railway train rides of the 2019 season, the 27th annual Carson City Pumpkin Patch at Seeliger Elementary School, fundraisers around town, coin press demonstrations at the Nevada State Museum, comedy at the Carson Nugget and more!
Carson Tahoe Health Annual Spooktacular is almost here!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 11:50amCarson Tahoe Health's annual Spooktacular event is on Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, 1600 Medical Parkway.
Halloween Tricks, Treats, Games & Art on the Comstock
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 10:09amCarson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Hercules
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 10:52amDo you have a dog to dress up for Halloween this year? No? Well, you’re in luck! Because Hercules is currently at the Carson City Humane Society looking for a new home, and I think he’d really make a wonderful ghost, or maybe a bee!
Nevada Raider Nation - Carson City Chapter Game Watch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 9:07amNevada Raider Nation - Carson City Chapter will host a game watch of the Oakland Raiders vs Chicago Bears at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 6 at Jimmy G's, 301 N. Carson St., in Carson City.
The game, televised live from London, will be shown on three TV screens. New members are welcome to watch with the veterans, and are welcome to join. Membership is $20 per person.
Fort Churchill State Historic Park to celebrate All Hallows’ Eve
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 9:11amSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Enjoy an afternoon of old-fashioned Halloween fun at Fort Churchill State Historic Park. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of activities including harvest games on the museum lawn, a scavenger hunt around the fort ruins to earn treats, hay rides, and pumpkin carving and scarecrow building contests.
Camels on the Comstock: 60th annual Camel and Ostrich Races begin Friday in Virginia City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/05/2019 - 12:07pmFor 60 years, camels, ostriches and even zebras have come to Virginia City for the annual International Camel & Ostrich Races. This hilarious annual tradition dates back to the 1950s, and features jockeys precariously perched on their beasts as they maneuver the track at high speeds, aiming for a win among the cheering audience in this historic mining town.
Carson City's 3rd Annual BOO-nanza now accepting vendor applications from local businesses
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 11:54amCarson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space is pleased to announce our 3rd Annual BOO-nanza Halloween event on Tuesday, October 29th.
Last year, approximately 1000 children participated and we expect a bigger crowd this year. In an effort to create a safe and family friendly Halloween experience, Carson City Park, Recreation & Open Space has partnered with the Carson City Library. The Community Center will be opened for trick or treating, haunted house, and outdoor carnival.
Daniel S. Judd Joins Allison MacKenzie Law Firm
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 1:45pmOn August 12, 2019, Nevada native, Daniel S. Judd joined Allison MacKenzie Law Firm as a new associate attorney. Daniel will focus his practice on the areas of Family Law, Divorce, Guardianships and Estate Planning. He is a former law clerk for both Allison MacKenzie and the Honorable James T. Russell, District Court Judge of the First Judicial District Court in Carson City. Additionally, he served the community as a Deputy Sheriff in Carson City.
Carson City outdoor concert headliner features female mariachi sensation Flor de Toloache
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/01/2019 - 10:46amThe Brewery Arts Center presents Grammy winners Flor De Toloache this Saturday, August 3 as part of the Levitt AMP Carson City free music series on The Change Companies stage! With only 4 concerts left in the season, grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to head on down to Carson City and Brewery Arts Center’s newest community treasure.
Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week: Chewy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 07/17/2019 - 4:01pmSay hello to Chewy, our Carson City Humane Society’s Pet of the Week! Chewy is a 12-year-old Jack Russel Terrier who is currently awaiting his forever home — with you!
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.
Barbecue, music and fireworks: July 4 celebrations around Carson, Tahoe and Virginia City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/04/2019 - 8:35amThe Fourth of July will be colored with parades, barbecues, carnivals, concerts and plenty of fireworks around Carson City, Carson Valley, Lake Tahoe and Virginia City.
Events around the Carson City area for Thursday, June 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 8:15pmHeading into Thursday, June 27, 2019, there's plenty to do and see around the Carson City area as we march toward an action-packed weekend. There's a morning Muscle Powered walk, Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park, a Farmers Market in Dayton, a discussion on climate change at Western Nevada College, a history presentation on Chinese woodcutters at the Nevada State Museum, a presentation by the NNDA Executive Director at a GOP monthly meeting, Cruise Night at Wing Stop, an information meeting on the Ross Gold Park master plan hosted by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space. Read on. There's more.
Food Truck Thursdays featured at Mills Park in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 6:24pmFood Truck Thursdays will take place every 2nd and 4th Thursday throughout the summer at Mills Park in Carson City.
Come check out Carson City's growing outside eateries while enjoying some live music in beautiful Mills Park.
Event runs from noon to 9 p.m. The first Thursday featured the Bus Boy Mobile Cuisine, Kim’s Kool Treats, and Press Coffee & Waffles with music by Farris Neon.
Asian Street Eats will be joining this Thursday with more trucks joining each event.
Old Fashioned Fourth of July to be held at Fort Churchill
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/21/2019 - 12:51pmSilver Springs, Nev. – Celebrate Independence Day the old fashioned way with traditional games, homemade toys and crafts, and sweet treats from the 1800s. Activities for all ages will include: sack races, three-legged races, quoits (ring toss), bean bag toss, baseball, watermelon seed spitting contest, and hand-cranked ice cream. Bring a blanket and a picnic lunch and plan to spend the afternoon enjoying the park.
WHEN: Saturday, July 6, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.