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Disc-over Frisbee Golf at the Pony Express-9 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/19/2023 - 11:47amCarson Ridge Disc Golf Club, Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space & the Foundation for Carson City Parks & Recreation presents:
“Let’s Play 9” Club Tags; Low-Key Disc Golf Competition - 2023 Tag Opener.
Summer on Broadway BAC Summer Camp registration opens, campers to perform Jungle Book
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/31/2023 - 8:43amExperience the magic of musical theater this summer with Wild Horse Children’s Theater’s Summer on Broadway 2023! We are excited to offer a 2-week performing arts summer camp, featuring the classic Disney story of “The Jungle Book, Kids.”
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 02/08/2023 - 1:46pm1 in 3 teens will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from someone they’re in a relationship with before they become adults. To combat and prevent this, Xquisite is holding an awareness workshop for parents and teens. The goal of this workshop is to provide parents and teens with the facts and figures of what teen dating violence is, who it effects, and provide the tools of prevention.
10-Year Anniversary celebrations to be held for Lake Tahoe Epic Curling Club on Jan. 22
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/14/2023 - 10:00amLake Tahoe Epic Curling Celebrates 10 Years With Special Public Events. To celebrate, the club is hosting events open to the public throughout the month of January.
Douglas County 4-H Information Night happening Oct. 11
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/04/2022 - 11:23amDouglas County 4-H Information Night is Tuesday, Oct. 11, from 5:30-6:30 pm at the United Methodist Church on 1375 Centerville Lane, Gardnerville.
Come see what we have to offer. We have clubs in livestock, equestrian (with or without a horse), baking, hiking, shooting sports and more!
4-H Douglas, UNR Extension hosts youth 'Bee Bootcamp' Oct. 6-8
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/16/2022 - 8:05amYouth interested in learning more about honey bees and pollinators will love this camp. The fun and hands-on sessions will include topics such as: bee anatomy, bee care, products from the hive, planting for pollinators, honey tasting and processing, other pollinators, and what to look for in a hive inspection.
Annual 4-H fabric sale returns in 2022 to Carson City's Fuji Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/15/2022 - 9:00amThe popular 4-H Fabric sale returns to Fuji Park Exhibit Hall building, 701 Clear Creek Road, Carson City, on Saturday, Feb. 5 and Sunday, Feb. 6.
Carson City Extension hosts Oct. 18 4-H Open House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/10/2021 - 6:26amCalling all youth ages 9-19! The Carson City Extension office is hosting a 4-H Open House informational meeting on Monday, October 18 at 5:30 p.m. at the UNR Extension office Conference Room, 2621 Northgate Lane, Suite 12. Come learn about 4-H and meet leaders and members.
Carson City's Wild Horse Children’s Theater to hold auditions for Disney's Moana, Jr.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/29/2021 - 12:57pmHow far will you go? Travel with Wild Horse Children’s Theater to the Village of Motunui as we present the Northern Nevada premiere of Disney’s Moana, Jr. Actors, singers and dancers, ages 5 to 18, are invited to audition for this musical adventure!
Wild Horse Children's Theater to host virtual workshop, video of 'This is me' from 'The Greatest Showman'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/15/2021 - 3:24pmWe 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 to 21, for our second virtual Broadway workshop.
Mike Tice weekend charity golf tourney for Boys and Girls Club returns in July
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 9:20amUndoubtedly a year like no other, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada’s Mike Tice Charity Weekend was one many events cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Senator Square: Destination unknown is theme of Carson High School's 2021 Winterfest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 7:21amStudents from all four classes recently nominated Carson High School Winterfest candidates for 2021 Winterfest week, Feb. 1-5, where both a King and Queen will be crowned. The theme, Destination Unknown, was decided upon; since students are not allowed to experience the vacations they love, they are bringing their vacation destinations to CHS.
Reno Ice, the region's first NHL-regulation sized Ice Rink Facility, has officially opened
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/23/2021 - 10:02amReno Ice, the region's first and only NHL-regulation sized ice rink, has officially opened.
Carson City Library hosts first Bionics Camp in February
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 1:31pmReimagining learning, the Carson City Library is bringing robotics technology and engineering to Carson City middle school students starting in February.
Rupert's Auto Body in Carson City donates car to woman who lost home, vehicle and family member in tragic fire
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 9:17amRupert's Auto Body in Carson City has supported many causes through the years from youth sports and organizations, to children's programs and local schools. We have also taken special pride in providing support to the Washoe Tribe and its members.
Deadline nears for Nevada schoolchildren to participate in aviation art contest
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/13/2021 - 11:45amCARSON CITY, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Transportation is reminding Nevada schoolchildren that there is one week left to participate in the National Association of State Aviation Officials’ art contest.
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.
Soroptimist International of Carson City Announces 'Women Helping Women' Honorees to be Recognized on Feb. 18
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/08/2021 - 9:55amSoroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to announce our “Women Helping Women” Honorees to be recognized for their dedication to improving the lives of women or girls in our community, at our Virtual “Celebrating Women Helping Women” Recognition Event, via Zoom, on February 18, 2021 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm.
Responsible beverage server training offered via Zoom by Partnership Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/07/2021 - 4:02pmPartnership Carson City, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office and School Resource Officers are working together to offer a certificate to serve and sell alcohol, tobacco or marijuana products in Carson City.
Letter of intent deadline is Jan. 15 for Carson City Community Support Services Grant
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/05/2021 - 8:52amCarson City is now accepting letters of intent to apply for its Community Support Services Grant. Non-profit organizations and government agencies are qualified to fill out the Letter of Intent. Projects or programs must be for Carson City residents. In addition, your agencies proposal must meet one of the following critical needs of the community:
Carson City Classic Cinema Club to feature first film of 2021 'Mogambo' this Tuesday at BAC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 12/31/2020 - 2:31pmWith a recent sanitation fogger obtained by the Brewery Arts Center, the Carson City Cinema Club will show its first film of the year, the1953 classic “Mogambo” this Tuesday, Jan. 5 at the BAC Performance Hall, 511 West King Street.
Nevada schoolchildren invited to enter art contest during Christmas holiday vacation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 12/25/2020 - 9:43amCARSON CITY — With many Nevada schoolchildren looking for safe and healthy activities during the holiday break, the Nevada Department of Transportation invites families to participate in the National Association of State Aviation Officials’ art contest.
Senator Square: Carson High students get into holiday giving spirit; Homeroom support on Mondays
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 12/19/2020 - 11:17pmThis week's Senator Square features guest writers Ananda Campbell and Bridget Gordon-Johnson who explain Monday homeroom academic strategies. Campbell is a CHS Library Media Specialist and Carson City School District Library Coordinator. Gordon is a CHS counselor. This is their report:
Partnership Carson City offers Gift Cards to students to encourage a Safe and Sober New Year’s celebration
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/18/2020 - 12:24pmWhile this year’s safe and sober celebrations may look different, Partnership Carson City, in collaboration with Carson City Sheriff's Office School Resource Officers, is encouraging students to celebrate safety and responsibly this New Year’s Eve by offering gift cards as a token of appreciation.
Youth Theatre Carson City goes virtual with Macy’s 'Yes Virginia: The Movie Musical'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 11:46amYouth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce its upcoming production of Macy’s "Yes Virginia: The Movie Musical," which will be available to view On-Demand from Dec. 18-31.
Three Carson City music students awarded Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 9:29amJonah Toral, Nathan Parsons, and Bita Jazani were awarded the fifth annual Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships by the Carson City Symphony Association this month. The scholarship was established by John and Jennifer Webley of Santa Rosa, Calif., in memory Rosemary Nebesky, who loved music, loved children, and had been a friend and board member of the Carson City Symphony Association.
Carson City's The Greenhouse Project hosts ribbon cutting of new outdoor classroom at Carson High School
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/11/2020 - 3:22pmOn Friday, the Greenhouse Project held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new outdoor classroom which will be used to host both students from Carson High School as well as community classes on gardening and agriculture.
Carson City's DARE program continues amid COVID-19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/08/2020 - 6:06pmCarson City's DARE program, an anti-drug cooperative effort between the Carson City Sheriff's Office and the Carson City School District, remains active but has been through a difficult time due to COVID-19 and the retirement of longtime officer Lisa Davis.
Senator Square: Helping to give Carson City students in need a merry Christmas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 5:38amMany in Carson City do everything they can to help the less fortunate, and those opportunities never cease being opportunities. With this in mind, the holidays are here, the semester at Carson High School is almost over, Christmas vacation, also known as winter break, begins Dec. 19, and there is another opportunity to be generous for those who have plenty.
Carson High Senior Brandon Engels Signs to Bowl for Hastings College
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/05/2020 - 12:04pmCarson High School (CHS) is pleased to celebrate Senior Brandon Engels’ commitment to bowl for Hastings College, one of the top college bowling teams in the country.