What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, Dec. 29

The last week of 2018 is flying by and the year's final weekend is upon us.

Daytime temperatures should warm up into the 40s today and near 50 by Sunday, so get out and enjoy the bright winter sunshine and fresh, crisp December air.

We've begun compiling an events listing for New Year's Eve parties around the area and are adding new venues as we receive information. Go here for what we've been able to compile thus far. Check back for updates.

Here is what's happening Saturday, Dec. 29:

— Muscle Powered Saturday hike to Prison Hill: Dead Truck Trail and North Loop, 9 a.m. Please join Muscle Powered for our last Saturday hike of 2018! Park at the entrance gate to Silver Saddle Ranch, which is where we begin the hike. A moderately challenging hike that travels up Dead Truck Trail, around the North Loop Trail, and then returns back down Dead Truck Trail. Entire hike, including distance from the parking area, is seven miles. The link below displays all the hiking trails. Our hike will be on the red Dead Truck Trail, black part of the North Loop, and return to Dead Truck. Hiking time plus breaks is approximately five hours, https://carson.org/home/showdocument?id=38830.
The hike begins with a walk along the Silver Saddle Ranch road, and then a climb that includes a history lesson where we see a 1950 Chevrolet truck unable to handle the terrain. The views of Carson City and Carson Valley are stunning at the top, and the peaceful and relatively flat North Loop trail provides wonderful views of Slide Mountain to the north. We will stop for lunch along the North Loop.
Closed-toed shoes, snacks and water are required. Hiking poles are highly recommended for the occasional steep and rocky terrain. Dogs are not allowed on this hike. We will cancel by 7:30 a.m. that day if there is significant inclement weather.
Please check the MusclePowered web site calendar, our Facebook page, or check with Jo Foster. Contact: Jo Foster at 319-504-3309, jf.prairie@gmail.com; or Larry Marinel at larryamarinel@gmail.com if you have questions. Hope to see you on the trail!

— Free 12-week U.S. Citizenship study class in Carson City. The ESL In-Home Program of Northern Nevada is here to ensure that all people have the opportunity to make the American Dream come true for them. When Our Students Succeed, Our Nation Succeeds.
Therefore, we are again sponsoring a free U.S. Citizenship Study class beginning Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018 for 12 weeks from 2 to 4 p.m. The location is the Digitorium Room at the Carson City Library, 900 N. Roop St., Carson City.
Work pamphlets for each lesson will be distributed with assistance in completing the application at no charge.
Because we find that most immigrants do not have enough saved for the application fee, even working 2-3 jobs, the ESL In-Home Program has opened an account to help those who do not have the full fee of $725. The ESL In-Home Program will provide a no-interest loan for whatever balance is needed.
To register and reserve a seat, call 775-888-2021 or Email: eslinhomennv@gmail.com.
Go to www.eslinhome.org for more information.

— Claude Stuart headlines the Carson Comedy Club at 8 p.m. Claude Stuart will be headlining the Carson Comedy Club inside the Carson Nugget in the capital city on Saturday, Dec. 29. From packing comedy venues across the globe to regular television appearances on shows like “The Tonight Show,” and “Last Comic Standing,” Claude Stuart has come a long way from his down home southern roots. The Carson Nugget is located at 507 N Carson Street in Carson City. Tickets can be purchased at the Winners Club inside the Carson Nugget or at ccnugget.com. The doors open up at 7:15 p.m. and the show begins at 8 p.m.

ONGOING:

— Pets of the Homeless fundraiser in downtown Carson City. This time of year, the Nevada state capital is filled with traditions. One that has grown especially endearing to the Carson City community is the annual Pets of the Homeless fundraiser presented by Carpa Nevada, LLC and Downtown Coin.
Chef Don Pepe Paz, "The Paella King" and owner of Carpa Nevada, is once again donating the profits made from sales of his fine Portuguese olive oils and balsamic vinegar to Pets of the Homeless, a Carson City-based 501(c)3 registered non-profit with a nationwide outreach. The fundraising sale began Thursday, Nov. 1 and runs through Jan. 31, 2019. Olive oil and balsamic vinegar products can be purchased individually or by the case at Downtown Coin, 111 W. Telegraph in downtown Carson City. Visit Pets of the Homeless online at www.petsofthehomeless.org or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/OfficialPetsoftheHomeless for more information.
Downtown Coin can be contacted at 775-883-4653 or online at downtowncoin.com.

— Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is currently seeking individuals and pairs interested in leading interpretive programs in one of our many parks and open spaces. Interested individuals and pairs are encouraged to apply. If interested, go here.

— The Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, Americana with Cadmium Orange, by artist Gig Depio at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Depio is an artist and an advocate for public art in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was awarded the 2016 Fellowship Grant in Painting by the Nevada Arts Council (NAC). He has worked on various exhibitions and projects with the Nevada Museum of Art, Nevada Arts Council’s OXS Gallery, and UNLV Marjorie Barrick Museum, among others. Depio graduated from Ateneo de Manila University in the Philippines. He lives in Las Vegas with his family. Carson City Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser Street in Carson City.

— Meals on Wheels Carson City will be participating in the 2018 Subaru Share the Love Event as a member of Meals on Wheels America, one of four national Share the Love charitable partners supported through the promotion. From Nov. 15 through Jan. 2, 2019, Subaru of America will donate $250 for every new Subaru vehicle sold or leased to the customer's choice of participating charities.
For more information on Meals on Wheels Carson City, email Courtney Warner at CWarner@carson.org, or call the Center at (775) 883-0703. The Carson City Senior Center is located at 911 Beverly Drive in Carson City. Visit www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/sharethelove for more information on Subaru Share the Love event.

This calendar is updated throughout the day as information becomes available.

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