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Embrace your creative side Saturday with book art class at WNC's Carson City campus
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/13/2023 - 11:49pmPlease take time out of your day and join us Saturday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a special book art class, making some special holiday decor for your home and/or office or gift them to someone special in your life!
Workshop for Parkinson's and dementia care partners happening Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/01/2023 - 11:49amPlease join us Saturday, Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Atlantis Casino & Spa Grand Ballroom for a Workshop for Parkinson's and dementia care partners
Weight Loss Hypnosis Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/04/2023 - 8:53pmhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/weight-loss-workshop-with-hypnosis-tickets-...
DIY Class - FUSION Mineral Paint Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/12/2023 - 5:34amLearn the technique and tricks of FUSION Mineral Paint! This Workshop takes you through the Basics 101 of FUSION Mineral Paint application and product knowledge.
Students will be painting a photo frame to take with them at the end of class. Class fee is $50 and includes instruction, all materials, and 1 Pint of FUSION Mineral Paint to take home with you.
Pre-registration is required, call 775-461-0050 or stop into MidTown Marketplace at 104 Corbett St in Carson City to reserve your seat.
Signups underway for 2023 beginning beekeepers workshop happening in January
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/15/2022 - 4:09pmIs beekeeping on your bucket list? Need help getting started? A one-day workshop for beginning beekeepers will be held on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Catholic Center, 311 Virginia St, Yerington, Nev.
From aviation to cybersecurity and EMT training, WNC spring semester course signups underway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 3:05pmDon’t miss the upcoming spring semester at Western Nevada College. The college has something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a class “just for fun” or looking to spark an interest to pursue something new.
Partnership Carson City to participate in public health 3-day cannabis, vaping summit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 1:06pmCARSON CITY — Executive Director of Partnership Carson City Hannah McDonald and Youth Program Coordinator and Training Specialist Samantha Szoyka will speak at the Public Health Cannabis and Vaping 3-Day Virtual Summit Jan. 12 to 14, 2021.
Carson City's Wild Horse Children’s Theater presents virtual workshop highlighting 'Oliver!'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 4:58pmWe miss the stage, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make theater. Wild Horse Children’s Theater is looking for young actors, singers, and dancers, ages 10 and up for our new Virtual Broadway Workshop.
Senator Square: Carson High School teacher publishes her latest short story
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/03/2021 - 2:18amAs CHS teachers and students return to school, from, hopefully, a relaxing winter break, would it not be great to know one of their teachers recently published a short story? CHS Language Arts Department teacher Brigette Pugh is excited to share her latest published piece of writing.
Carson City’s Year in Review: a look back on 2020 (pandemic free edition)
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 2:46amIt was an eventful year around the Carson City region notwithstanding the limitations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's some notable stories that were not pandemic related that happened in 2020.
Beginning beekeeping class offered in January
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 2:56pmIs beekeeping on your bucket list? Need help getting started. A one-day workshop for beginning beekeepers will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2021, at the Catholic Center, 311 Virginia St, Yerington, Nev. The workshop is focused and designed for individuals with little or no beekeeping experience.
Carson City Soroptimist fill Seniors' Christmas lists
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/21/2020 - 5:02pmMembers of Carson City Soroptimist helped Santa fulfill the Christmas lists of local homebound seniors. A big thank you to elves Cynthia Bunt and the FIG Insurance Agency for serving as Santa's workshop, and to Mary Luster for coordinating member efforts and getting the bags full of goodies to the Carson City Senior Center for delivery to homes in time for Christmas.
Virtual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights, pictures with Santa and more highlight weekend events in Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/03/2020 - 11:24pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights holiday celebration goes virtual on Friday. Santa Claus will arrive virtually at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada and in-person at Battle Born Harley Davidson on Saturday for pictures with families and kids of all ages. Combined with live music and dinner specials at Living the Good Life, the state capital has events lined up for the holidays! Read on for more information.
Carson City's Wild Horse Theater offers Disney interactive workshops
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/18/2020 - 2:17pmJoin two of your favorite Disney Princesses for an entertaining and fun interactive workshop, through Carson City's Wild Horse Theater, to build literary skills using imagination and creativity. Workshop includes storytelling, singing, interactive movements and, most importantly, having fun.
Carson Valley Virtual Turkey Trot, open mic night, craft show, live music and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 9:49pmHeading into the weekend and inching closer to Thanksgiving, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. The fourth annual Carson Valley Turkey Trot begins Friday and will be held virtually throughout the month of November. Combined with live music and Open Mic Night at A to Zen, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Carson City Symphony Association announces 5th annual scholarship for music education
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/01/2020 - 6:59pmThe Carson City Symphony Association announces the fifth annual instrumental music scholarship for Carson City students age 5 to 17. The scholarship was established by a generous gift from Jennifer and John Webley in memory of Rosemary Nebesky, former board member and friend of the Carson City Symphony Association.
Carson City seeks public input to help establish 2021-2025 Strategic Plan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/18/2020 - 5:30amCarson City is in the process of updating the City’s Strategic Plan and the community is asked to weigh in. The City is administering an online survey at carson.org/survey to gauge overall community input on the proposed goals and objectives intended to steer City operations for the next five years.
Online UNR Extension workshop gives tips on retrofitting homes to reduce wildfire threat
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/27/2020 - 9:41pmWith 675 fires having burned 235,751 acres in Nevada so far this year, and wildfires continuing to threaten homes and lives across the West, next week University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Living With Fire Program wraps up its five-part virtual workshop series, “Five Ways to Prepare Your Family and Property for Wildfire.”
UNR Extension online workshop provides timely information on preparing fire evacuation bag
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 12:44pmWith 642 fires having burned 229,409 acres in Nevada so far this year, and wildfires continuing to threaten homes and lives across the West, University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Living With Fire Program continues its virtual workshop series, “Five Ways to Prepare Your Family and Property for Wildfire.”
Annual Fleet Reserve Auxiliary rummage sale in Carson City gives buyers chance to pay what they want
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/07/2020 - 10:08amGet an early start on your Christmas shopping and show support for your local veterans Sept. 26-27 in Carson City with the fourth annual Sierra-Tahoe Auxiliary Unit No. 137 Fleet Reserve rummage sale.
Stop by Veteran's Hall located at Second and Curry Street in Carson City from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and pick up a few items in which you choose the price you want to pay, with the proceeds to benefit Carson City area veterans.
Douglas County launches 2020 master plan text update, resident survey, workshop plans
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/02/2020 - 5:02amDouglas County launched a survey intended to capture public input on the goals and objectives contained in the Douglas County Master Plan text.
Carson City Library partners with Google, Nevada Sen. Cortez Masto on behalf of small business
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/04/2020 - 1:30pmLast week the Carson City Library and Google co-hosted an online workshop for the state’s small businesses including the Nevada Small Business Development Center and the Connected Commerce Council for Nevada.
Grow with Google provides Nevada small businesses with tools for times of uncertainty
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/30/2020 - 8:17pmOn Thursday, July 30, Google co-hosted an online workshop with the Nevada Small Business Development Center and the Connected Commerce Council for Nevada as part of the tech company’s ‘Grow with Google’ initiative. ‘Grow with Google’ aims to help create economic opportunity in communities across the United States by providing free training, tools, and expertise for people across their country to grow their skills, careers, and businesses.
Miles Construction wins Retail Development of the Year for Carson City dealership at Summit Awards
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/21/2020 - 7:36amMiles Construction, a diversified northern Nevada general contractor, was awarded Retail Development of the Year for the Carson City Nissan dealership during the annual Summit Awards held July 9, 2020. The annual awards acknowledge and recognize commercial real estate development and brokerage agencies for work completed in the prior year.
Train rides, live music, fundraisers and more highlight weekend events around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/16/2020 - 6:12pmHeading into the weekend there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada have been enforced, so please make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing.
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.
Fight Fire with a Plan: Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team urges residents to prepare for wildfire
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 8:12amThe Tahoe Fire and Fuels Team is promoting Lake Tahoe Wildfire Awareness Month during July. This year’s theme is “Fight fire with a plan” to encourage residents and visitors to prepare their family, property and possessions now before a wildfire starts by creating a plan.
Virtual open mic night, train rides, car show and more highlight weekend events in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/25/2020 - 10:05pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region for all to enjoy. New safety guidelines for the state of Nevada are in effect Friday, so make sure to bring a mask and practice social distancing to local events.
Carson City's Wild Horse Productions announces Virtual Summer Theater Academy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 06/17/2020 - 10:28amThe coronavirus isn’t stopping Wild Horse Productions from continuing its theater arts productions and programs and keeping our young actors engaged!
This summer will be different as WHP is replacing its’ in-person summer programming for 2020 with a virtual experience.
Youth Theatre Carson City to host summer 'Virtual Master Class Series' June 16 to July 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/14/2020 - 8:12amYouth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce our upcoming Virtual Summer Workshop Series, held exclusively online over six weeks, June 16 to July 23, 2020 as part of their YTCC@Home initiative.
Youth Theatre Carson City is bringing local experts, home-grown successes, and industry professionals from New York, Los Angeles, Boston and beyond right into your living room covering topics from acting and singing to theatrical design and songwriting to building relationships and becoming a successful professional in the arts.