Wellness
It's Your City: Sierra Nevada Ballet's steam punk spin on a Shakespeare classic
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 2:20pmIn this week's edition of It's Your City host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Ananda Bena-Webber, director of the upcoming production of "A Midsummer Nights Dream: The Ballet" with featured performances at the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, the Pioneer Center in Reno and the Carson City Community Center.
Carson City-based Pets of the Homeless celebrates 10 years as national nonprofit
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 3:08pmCARSON CITY — 2018 marks the 10-year anniversary for Pets of the Homeless, the only national nonprofit organization focused on feeding and providing care to pets of homeless people. In celebration of this milestone, Pets of the Homeless will host an open house July 27, from noon to 6 p.m. at its headquarters in Carson City, 400 West King Street.
Carson City's Concert under the Stars to help fund fresh produce for families in need
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/29/2018 - 2:40pmWhen people receive food from the Ron Wood Family Resource Center, they expect the traditional nonperishable canned and frozen items, which they do get. But they are often surprised when they see fresh produce, courtesy of the Greenhouse Project.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: June 30 – July 1
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 06/29/2018 - 2:15pmIndependence Day isn’t until Wednesday, but the red, white, and blue celebration starts now. For a complete listing of upcoming Independence Day events and fireworks displays in the area, you can go HERE. See the trains under steam at the Nevada State Railroad and ride the rails to your heart’s content.
Carson Valley Medical Center Hires Jeff Prater As Chief Executive Officer
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 12:27pm“You find the heart of an organization on the front lines,” new Carson Valley Medical Center Chief Executive Officer Jeff Prater said during his first day of work June 4. “That’s where the defining work is being done. That’s where our focus needs to be.”
What’s up on Wednesday in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 6:19amWelcome to Wednesday, Carson City. Break up the work week with some time out with friends. Try DJ Trivia at Bella Fiore; even though it’s a wine shop, the game is open to all-ages. Wine, Beer and Bowl at Carson Lanes is a fun way to break routine. Kids will love the Wildlife Show at the CVIC Hall in Minden; just get there early for a good seat. Take a trip back in time at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park. The Young Chautauquans will bring notable Nevadans like Charley Parkhurst and Abe Curry to life.
WEDNESDAY, June 27: Things to do in Carson City
Friday morning walk to Carson Tahoe Medical Loop/Wellness Mile sponsored by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/24/2018 - 11:09amCome and join us for our weekly one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Park in the parking lot opposite Pesti Lane on Medical Parkway. Pavement and partial dirt trail.
All walks are 1-2 miles with duration of one hour with usually negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths.
Water and closed-toe shoes required. If it rains or snows, meet at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1860 Russell Way. Contact Betts Markle at 775-843-8424, if you have any questions.
Tuesday morning walk to Carson Tahoe Medical Loop/Wellness Mile sponsored by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/24/2018 - 11:06amCome and join us for our weekly one hour walks to enjoy Nevada outdoors around Carson City! Park in the parking lot opposite Pesti Lane on Medical Parkway. Pavement and partial dirt trail.
All walks are 1-2 miles with duration of one hour with usually negligible elevation gain, and frequently on paved or smooth paths.
Water and closed-toe shoes required. If it rains or snows, meet at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC) at 1860 Russell Way. Contact Alyce Cloutier, klute89706@gmail.com or call 775-250-0282, if you have any questions.
Dayton Farmers Market is open for the season
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/23/2018 - 2:07pmThe Dayton Farmers Market has opened for the 2018 summer season. The market takes place every Saturday through September from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 60 Second Avenue and Highway 50.
What’s up on Wednesday in Carson City: Trivia and puppy-dog trails
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 06/20/2018 - 6:02amFirst off, I want to send a huge shout-out to the first responders, firefighters, and their support staff. We dove head-first into fire season, and like always, they work tirelessly to keep us safe. Thank you. Parks and Recreation has been leading a series of guided informative hikes along various trails. Today you’ll find a trip to Riverview Park with your four-legged friend in mind: Trails 4 Tails is open to all friendly, leashed dogs who love to sniff new things.
It's Your City: Carson City's outdoor concert series returns Saturday with The Original Wailers
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/19/2018 - 12:58pmWith the start of the third season of blockbuster summer outdoor concerts beginning Saturday in Carson City with reggae legends The Original Wailers, it seems fitting for It's Your City to feature the person behind the scenes who pushed locals to successfully vote for a grant to help fund the popular music series.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: June 16 - 17
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 06/15/2018 - 4:19pmThis is going to be an epic Fathers’ Day weekend. Carson City Off-Road sponsored by Epic Rides has taken over downtown with everything mountain bike and plays host to a free Music Festival in McFadden Plaza. Don’t miss Arts and Culture Day at the Nevada State Railroad Museum with unlimited rides on the Steam Train, special vendors, and more. Stewart Indian School will be a hotspot of activity with the annual Fathers’ Day PowWow underway. This is just the tip of the iceberg, read on for more fun than you’ll know what to do with.
SATURDAY:
What’s up on Wednesday in Carson City: smoky skies and story-telling
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 06/13/2018 - 6:04amThere will be some tales told today. The Dayton Historical Society had to postpone the last lecture in their May series until tonight, so you still have a chance to hear Karen Howe’s presentation on the Dayton Cemetery and who you’ll find there. Local author Jennifer Quashnick visits the Browsers Corner Book Store for a meet-and-greet, and to discuss the latest addition to her Mountain Girl book series. Get the little ones in their jammies and head to the Carson Library for Pajama Storytime.
What’s going on Wednesday around Carson City?
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 06/06/2018 - 5:45amBreak up the middle of the workweek with something fun. If karaoke is your thing, then head to the Westside Pour House. Like to dance? Then Country/Pop night at the Eleventh Frame Lounge in Carson Lanes is right up your alley. Get some jazz in your soul at Living the Good Life. Trivia buffs now have a Wednesday option; DJ Trivia starts tonight at Bella Fiore Wines. Satisfy your need for a good love story with The Princess Bride at Galaxy Theater.
WEDNESDAY, June 6: Things to do in Carson City
It's Your City: Clear Creek Bowmen offer Tuesday community archery shoots this summer
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/05/2018 - 10:22amIn this week's edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with Jim Davis about archery in Carson City, the Clear Creek Bowmen Club he helped establish with others and the Tuesday night archery shoot the club offers free to the community throughout summer.
What’s going on Wednesday around Carson City?
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 05/30/2018 - 1:10amI hate to be a tease, but I just have to say something about this upcoming weekend. Friday night brings us the Fox Brewpub's first summer concert featuring Shane Dwight in McFadden Plaza, the Broncs and Bulls Smackdown at Fuji Park, or the kick off to Street Vibrations Spring Rally at Battle Born Harley. Saturday welcomes the first Third and Curry Farmers Market of the year, the monthly Wine Walk, and Dayton’s annual Oodles of Noodles Festival and Pasta Cook-off.
It's Your City: Capital City Brewfest around the corner
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 05/29/2018 - 9:46amIn this week’s edition of It’s Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Jim Gray, fundraising chairman for Carson City Rotary where the two discuss the upcoming Capital City Brewfest in Downtown Carson City.
What’s going on Wednesday around Carson City?
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 05/23/2018 - 6:03amLightning in Northern Nevada, while pretty to see in the sky, can be devastating once it strikes ground. We don’t have the same negative thoughts about thunder, though, especially when talking about Blue Thunder, the award-winning band from Carson High. See what the rumble is about during their free spring concert this evening in the Bob Boldrick Theater. 3-D Printing is a brand-new technology, and almost something out of science-fiction.
Family Meal Planning
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/22/2018 - 11:30amJoin us for a 3-week series and learn about 'real food' menu options for and planning for busy families. Each class will have a different focus such as the 'Western Way of Eating,' healthy eating habits for kids and teens, and how to eat mindfully for a longer life. The series begins June 12, from 4:30 - 5:30 PM at the Carson Tahoe Health & Wellness Institute. Sign up https://carsontahoe.salsalabs.org/familymealplanning/index.html
Class Dates
June 12, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
June 19, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
June 26, 4:30 - 5:30 PM
Pets of the Homeless wellness clinic at Carson City's FISH vaccinates 92 pets
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 1:39pmThe Pets of the Homeless annual wellness veterinary clinic at Friends in Service Helping, also known as FISH, on Saturday May 19 in Carson City was a success, organizers say.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: May 19-20
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/18/2018 - 3:23pmIt’s going to be a chili weekend, and that has nothing to do with the weather. The annual Chili on the Comstock Competition takes over the tiny town of Virginia City, including a saloon crawl Saturday and the hilarious ‘Fun with the Runs’ 5K. Families will have a hard time choosing between the Cops and Kids Open House and Safety Fair at the Sheriff’s Office and the ‘Kids to Parks’ Day activities at Silver Saddle Ranch. Keep reading, and I apologize in advance for throwing so many great options your way.
SATURDAY:
Volunteers invited to Beautification Day this Sunday in Dayton
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/17/2018 - 6:38pmThe nonprofit Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey counties is inviting volunteers to help beautify the Dayton Food Pantry, the nonprofit garden center Community Roots & Shoots, and Healthy Communities grounds on Sunday, May 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 209 Dayton Valley Road.
What’s going on Wednesday around Carson City?
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 05/16/2018 - 6:05amWelcome to Wednesday, Carson City. Let Chili’s take care of lunch or dinner today and you’ll be helping take care of the Boys and Girls Club, just let your server know you are there for their Give Back Fundraiser. Cyclists and pedestrians are invited to join the Ride (and Walk) of Silence this evening. It’s meant to bring awareness to safety issues faced by everyone sharing the road. The Historical Society of Dayton Valley continues their lecture series with a presentation by Laura Tennant. Learn about Dayton’s History as a Chinatown and how that contributed to the town it is today.
Carson City's Family First Day brings Mental Health Awareness to Eagle Valley Middle School
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 05/12/2018 - 1:05pmDozens of kids and families swarmed the green belt at Eagle Valley Middle School during Carson City’s Family First Field Day for Mental Health Awareness.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: May 12 – 13
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sat, 05/12/2018 - 1:54amMother’s Day is Sunday, and there will be plenty of ways for the family to enjoy spending time together all weekend long. Treat Mom to some new flowers for the garden at the annual Greenhouse Project Plant Sale. The Nevada State Museum has a day full of cowboy-related activities planned. Head up to Virginia City on the V and T for a memorable ride through the hills. Before you head out on your adventures, remember to leave a donation of non-perishable food by your mailbox for the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Read on for all of your options.
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Health and Wellness Hub Thanks Lyon and Storey Teachers
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/10/2018 - 9:07pmThis week is national Teacher Appreciation Week. Most people wish they had told their best teachers how much they appreciated them. This week, members of the Lyon and Storey region’s Health and Wellness Hub are making sure that the teachers of the school districts in Lyon and Storey know we appreciate the profoundly important work they do everyday.
Moms and Mimosas 'Spring Splurge' this Saturday at Carson City's CottonSeed Company
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/09/2018 - 3:19pmLadies: Save the date and come spend part of your Saturday with us at the CottonSeed Company, 4601 Goni Road, Suite B, Carson City. We’re putting together a great day of shopping, pampering, and fun so you can “one stop shop” and just spend the day doing something for you. Meanwhile, you’ll be supporting local women in business.
What’s going on Wednesday? Bike to School Day, jazz, and some ideas for Mom
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 05/09/2018 - 6:03amThis week is just flying by and the weekend is just around the corner. Mothers’ Day is this Sunday and there will be plenty of ways to spoil Mom. A trip to Virginia City on the V & T Steam Train is always memorable. The annual RSVP Spring Celebration Carnival opens tomorrow in Mills Park.
Partnership Carson City to host Saturday field day to promote mental health
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/08/2018 - 1:30pmNational statistics show that one in five adults suffers a mental health disorder in any given year in the United States. “We all know somebody,” said Tasha Martel, outreach coordinator for Partnership Carson City. “It’s not just the people who have to be medicated. So many people suffer from situational depression or anxiety, and they just need a little help.”
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: May 5 - 6
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/04/2018 - 7:19pmNot a cloud in the sky, and yet we have been hit by a perfect storm: Cinco de Mayo, Kentucky Derby Day, and the monthly wine walk have all collided. Let me tell you, downtown is going to be hopping, not to mention the Early Season Farmers Market making its seasonal debut in the parking lot at W. Musser and N. Nevada – just behind Due Sorella. Take the kids down to Bailys Pond at Fuji Park for the annual Tom Brooks Memorial Kids’ Fishing Day. A trip to the train museum comes with the opportunity to ride on the Historic McKeen Motor Car.