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Bike Month is back in May with events throughout Carson City

Kelsey Penrose — Wed, 01 May 2024 23:54:29 +0000

by Kelsey Penrose

Time to dust off those ten-speeds Carson City, because May is Bike Month in the capital city!

Carson City’s Muscle Powered hosts bike month each year in addition to their year-round volunteerism.

“Muscle Powered is building a community where walking and biking, for transportation or recreation, are a way of life,” a spokesperson wrote.

Let's take a look at all the bike-themed events in Carson City throughout May in honor of Bike Month:

Sunday, May 5

The first event is happening this Sunday, May 5, with a Tour of Carson.

The Tour of Carson is a 27-mile paved route created by Bike Habitat owner Denis Coyne who, last year, “graciously handed this popular and beloved event to Muscle Powered, and we are excited to continue his tradition,” a spokesperson wrote.

The tour kicks off (and ends) from Shoe Tree Brewing Co. located at 1496 Old Hot Springs Rd., at 9 a.m. Both traditional and e-bikes are welcomed; the event is not a race but rather a group ride, and helmets are encouraged.

In addition, Francisco’s Catering will be on site with tacos and quesadillas for hungry riders.

For more information and to register, click here.

Tuesday, May 7
Ladies MTB Ride from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. which is held weekly on Tuesdays. The ride leaves from Foothill Drive in Carson City. For more information call ride leader Chelsea Kincheloe at (775) 309 9748.

Sunday, May 12
Weekly Sunday Social Road Bike Ride
Leaves 9 a.m. from Fremont Elementary School located at 1511 Firebox Rd.
Different rides ranging from 15-30 miles and 2-3 hours depending on weather and riders. No drop, which means we will wait for everyone to catch up at rest stops. Average 10-12 mph. Rides loop back to the school. 2 -3 hours usually. Social rides, not a race. Questions and to get on ride contact list? Contact Bob Bondiett at bobbondiett@musclepowered.org or bbondiett@yahoo.com.

Tuesday, May 14
Ladies MTB Ride from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. which is held weekly on Tuesdays. The ride leaves from Foothill Drive in Carson City. For more information call ride leader Chelsea Kincheloe at (775) 309 9748.

Wednesday, May 15
Ride of Silence will leave at 7 p.m. from McFadden Plaza located at 223 W 3rd St. This worldwide event honors cyclists who have died after being struck by a vehicle while riding. Find out details and sign up here: https://musclepowered.wildapricot.org/event-5693300

Friday, May 17
Bike Party and West Side Cruise takes place at the White House located at 402 E Telegraph St. from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fun for the whole family with raffle prizes and drink specials. A portion of proceeds will go to Muscle Powered.

Saturday, May 18
Kids to Park Day at Mills Park is an annual, nationwide day of outdoor play promoted by the National Parks Trust. This year the event takes place at Mills park, located at 1111 E. William St. from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you’d like to volunteer, set up a booth or activity, or donate a prize to the Junior Ranger Olympics, contact the Park Ranger Office at parkrangers@carson.org or (775) 283-7035.

Sunday, May 19
Weekly Sunday Social Road Bike Ride
Leaves 9 a.m. from Fremont Elementary School located at 1511 Firebox Rd.
Different rides ranging from 15-30 miles and 2-3 hours depending on weather and riders. No drop, which means we will wait for everyone to catch up at rest stops. Average 10-12 mph. Rides loop back to the school. 2 -3 hours usually. Social rides, not a race. Questions and to get on ride contact list? Contact Bob Bondiett at bobbondiett@musclepowered.org or bbondiett@yahoo.com.

Tuesday, May 21
Ladies MTB Ride from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. which is held weekly on Tuesdays. The ride leaves from Foothill Drive in Carson City. For more information call ride leader Chelsea Kincheloe at (775) 309 9748.

Sunday, May 26
Weekly Sunday Social Road Bike Ride
Leaves 9 a.m. from Fremont Elementary School located at 1511 Firebox Rd.
Different rides ranging from 15-30 miles and 2-3 hours depending on weather and riders. No drop, which means we will wait for everyone to catch up at rest stops. Average 10-12 mph. Rides loop back to the school. 2 -3 hours usually. Social rides, not a race. Questions and to get on ride contact list? Contact Bob Bondiett at bobbondiett@musclepowered.org or bbondiett@yahoo.com.

Tuesday, May 28
Ladies MTB Ride from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. which is held weekly on Tuesdays. The ride leaves from Foothill Drive in Carson City. For more information call ride leader Chelsea Kincheloe at (775) 309 9748.

For more information, please visit https://www.musclepowered.org/

Carson High Future Business Leaders of America students compete in state, send 15 to nationals

Jeff Munson — Wed, 01 May 2024 22:02:54 +0000

Carson City School District

More than 48 Carson High School Future Business Leaders of America students attended the state conference in Sparks, Nev. this past week. In total, 38 of those students earned 74 “Top-10” placements in 30 separate events. Additionally, three CHS FBLA students took state with first-place finishes and 15 of them qualified for the National Business Leadership Conference in Orlando, Fla. this coming June.

First-place finishers (State Champions) include Eva Lindbloom in Future Business Educator, McKenzie Merrell in Public Service Announcement and Kennedy Nolan in Introduction to Business Presentation.

Additionally, Kyle Allen was elected as Northern Region Vice President for Nevada FBLA; McKenzie Merrell and Sophia Nguyen earned National Business Honor Roll Recognitions; McKenzie Merrell, Nasia Perkins and Sophia Nguyen also earned the Erin Hackmen Travel Scholarship. Carson High School Marketing Teacher Cody Downing was also named Advisor of the Year for Nevada and Carson High Vice Principal Josh Billings was named Administrator of the Year for Nevada.

Finally, Carson High FBLA received the Gold Seal Chapter Award, which recognizes outstanding local chapters that have actively participated in projects and programs identified with the goals of FBLA. Active local chapters much be nominated by the State Leader of FBLA. Each state may select only two chapters for this award.

Following is a list of the CHS FBLA students (alphabetically by last name) who earned “Top-10” placements in state events.

Kyle Allen, fifth-place in Parliamentary Procedure (Team 1) and eighth-place in Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure Obj. Test.

Eric Billings, ninth-place in Supply Chain Management Obj. Test and ninth-place in Sports & Entertainment Mgt. (Team).

Sadie Brown, fifth-place in Introduction to Event Planning (Team 2).

Oscar Castellanos, seventh-place in Website Design (Team).

Viviana Castro, fifth-place in Parliamentary Procedure (Team 1), seventh-place in Public Policy & Advocacy, ninth-place in Impromptu Speaking and tenth-place in Business Law Obj. Test.

Elizabeth Dao, seventh-place in Introduction to Event Planning (Team 1) and tenth-place in Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure.

Chelsea Empeno, National Qualifier and third-place in Sales Presentation (Team), National Qualifier and third-place in Parliamentary Procedure (Team 2) and ninth-place in Insurance & Rick Management Obj. Test.

Spencer Fitzpatrick, tenth-place in Supply Chain Management Obj. Test.

Todd Gosselin, fifth-place in Social Media Strategies (Team 1) and tenth-place in Job Interview.

Dahlia Keating, fifth-place in Social Media Strategies (Team 1) and eighth-place in Sales Presentation.

Devyn Kellner, fifth-place in Parliamentary Procedure (Team 1) and fifth-place in Introduction to Event Planning (Team 2).

Hanna Kreizenbeck, National Qualifier and third-place in Public Service Announcement (team) and seventh-place in Client Service.

Kyda Kreizenbeck, National Qualifier and third-place in Public Service Announcement (Team), fifth-place in Introduction to FBLA Obj. Test, sixth-place in Introduction to Business Procedures Obj. Test and sixth-place in Introduction to Business Presentation (Team).

Lindsey Kreizenbeck, fifth-place in Social Media Strategies (Team 1).

Ameyla LaRocca, ninth-place in Introduction to Public Speaking.

Eva Lindbloom, National Qualifier and first-place (State Champion) in Future Business Educator, sixth-place in Networking Infrastructure Obj. Test and sixth-place in Financial Statement Analysis (Team 2).

Savannah Lopez, National Qualifier and second-place in Digital Video Production and seventh-place in Business Communications Obj. Test.

Zack Lopez, ninth-place in Job Interview.

Caroline Matley, National Qualifier and third-place in Public Service Announcement (Team), sixth-place in Introduction to Business Presentation (Team) and ninth-place in Introduction to Business Procedures Obj. Test.

Abigail Mehlhaff, fifth-place in Job Interview and fifth-place in Introduction to Event Planning (Team 2).

McKenzie Merrell, National Qualifier and first-place (State Champion) in Public Service Announcement, fifth-place in Parliamentary Procedure (Team 1), seventh-place in Networking Infrastructure Obj. Test and tenth-place in Public Policy & Advocacy Obj. Test.

Alex Munoz, sixth-place in Financial Statement Analysis (Team 2) and seventh-place in Website Design (Team).

Zach Nichols, ninth-place in Sports & Entertainment Mgt. (Team).

Sophia Nguyen, seventh-place in Personal Finance Obj. Test, seventh-place in Data Analysis and eighth-place in Financial Statement Analysis (Team 1).

Kennedy Nolan, National Qualifier and first-place (State Champion) in Introduction to Business Presentation, sixth-place in Introduction to Marketing Concepts Obj. Test and tenth-place in Social Media Strategies (Team 2).

Nasia Perkins, National Qualifier and third-place in Sales Presentation (Team), National Qualifier and third-place in Parliamentary Procedure (Team 2) and ninth-place in Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure Obj. Test.

Elle Richetta, seventh-place in Public Service Announcement.

Brianna Rodriguez-Nunez, National Qualifier and fourth-place in Broadcast Journalism (Team).

Alexis Ropp, National Qualifier and third-place in Parliamentary Procedure (team 2) and ninth-place in Introduction to Business Presentation.

Maliyah Roque-Ortega, National Qualifier and fourth-place in Broadcast Journalism (Team).

Kaden Sa, seventh-place in Introduction to Event Planning (Team 1).

Chloe Saurez, tenth-place in Social Media Strategies (Team 2).

Anna Shane, eighth-place in Financial Statement Analysis (Team 1), ninth-place in Agribusiness Obj. Test and tenth-place in Introduction to FBLA Obj. Test.

Azul Soto, seventh-place in Introduction to Event Planning (Team).

Emily Tran, National Qualifier and third-place in Sales Presentation (Team), National Qualifier and third-place in Parliamentary Procedure (Team 2) and ninth-place in Organizational Leadership Obj. Test.

Ryan Vincent, seventh-place in Website Design (Team).

Caiden Wilcox, ninth-place in Sports & Entertainment Mgt. (Team).

Alizee Zambrano, fifth-place in Introduction to Public Speaking.

Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda, Inc. (FBLA-PBL) is the largest career student business organization in the world. Each year, FBLA-PBL helps more than 230,000 members prepare for careers in business. FBLA-PBL inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

FBLA’s programs focus on:
Leadership Development — members develop essential soft skills by holding chapter officer positions at the local, state and national levels; by networking with accomplished business professionals and by participating in business-focused workshops, seminars and academic competitions.

Academic Competitions — members demonstrate their business expertise at high-profile regional, state, and national competitive events. The top students are recognized with trophies and cash awards.

Educational Programs — members create career portfolios, enhance their knowledge with world-recognized skills certifications and have access to select college scholarships.

To send 15 students to nationals will cost approximately $25,000. If anyone would be interested in sponsoring students to help offset the cost of travel, please email Angila Golik at adgolik32@gmail.com.

Carson Animal Services Initiative says 'thank you' another wonderful Bark, Whine and Dine

Wed, 01 May 2024 21:26:59 +0000

by Lisa Schuette

Carson Animal Services Initiative (CASI) would like to thank everyone who attended or contributed to our annual Bark Whine & Dine, held on April 27. What a wonderful event it was!

CASI was established to help build a new animal shelter in Carson City and since that time CASI has continued its positive, lifesaving outreach. From major donations including an ACO vehicle and fencing and equipping the shelter play yard, to assisting with emergency medical expenses, CASI has been a committed community partner for over 12 years.

To date, CASI has provided spay/neuter access for over 1100 pets through CASI Critter Fixer voucher program. Critter Fixer allows low-income pet owners access to this important service, directly reducing the numbers of animals surrendered to our shelters.

Thank you to the following businesses and individuals who helped make our Bark Whine & Dine a huge success. Because of you, we are able to help even more animals in need.

Bitter Root’s Kate and Mark Johnson, we loved your music! Sheriff Furlong, you once again knocked the live auction out of the park. Thank you to the CCSO K9 team for joining us for pictures, and to Victor Castro and the wonderful staff at Casino Fandango, the service was outstanding!

To our donors, your generosity made for incredible live and silent auction items:

Amy and Rich Costillo, Anita Habberfield, Artsy Fartsy, Atlantis Casino, Aunt B’s, Balleto Vineyards, Bally’s Lake Tahoe, Barbara and Mark Jackson, Barbara and Peggy Naegeli, Breakthru Beverage, Capitol Ford, Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Carson City Toyota, Cathy Minshall, Chuck E Cheese, Casino Fandango, Centro Market, Cliff and Suzie Sorensen, Dana Danforth, Darcy Johnson, Dayton Valley Golf Course, Deb and Art Thurner, Di Tommaso Brothers, Dutch Bros Coffee – Jill and Andy Head, Edward Jones – Michael Haakinson, El Charro Avitia, Elizabeth Marie ~ Attitudes, Empire Ranch Golf Course, Ferguson Plumbing, Fly High Trampoline, Fox Brewery, Gene and Teri Barbera, Grandma’s Fabrics and Gifts, Great Basin Brewing Company, Greenhouse Garden Center & Gift Shop, Hacienda Market, Helen Billheimer, Jamie and Gerilyn May, Js’ Bistro, Jo Adamczyk, Juan’s Mexican Grill and Cantina, Julie Geise, Karen Rainey, Kathleen Stemler, Lynn and Gregg Berggren, Mangia Tutto, Maria Batt, Mary’s About Face, Maxi Escobar, McCaffrey House B&B, Marcy Darragh, Micromanipulator, Mom and Pop’s Diner, Murphy’s Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa, Nothin Bundt Cakes, Nothing To It Culinary Center, Paradise Salon Spa Wellness, Patti and Paul Stewart, Patricia Kelliher, Phyllis Atkinson, Piazza, Raynell Heaton, Robin Ponte, Robin Travis, Rodger’s Jewelry Co, Rupert’s Gem Cutting, San Jose Coin Shop, Sandi Conway, Sarah Layer, Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, Scoups Ice Cream & Soup Bar, Shannon Horton, Shelly Brewster-Meredith, Sherry Walton, Shoe Tree Brewing Company, Sierra Le Bone, Silver Oak Golf & Event Center, Stacy’s Skin Care, Susan Martinovich, Tammy Ganze, Taqueria La Salsa Restaurant, The Cracker Box.

Finally, to the incredible CASI volunteers, thank you. Your commitment to helping pets in need is a true gift to our community.

With gratitude,
Lisa Schuette
CASI Chair and Founder

Three-day Carson City Cinco de Mayo celebration begins Friday

Jeff Munson — Wed, 01 May 2024 20:10:27 +0000

Event Date:

May 3, 2024 (All day)

The inaugural Carson City Cinco de Mayo 2024 festival this Friday through Sunday will be a 3-day celebration of Mexican culture for all the Northern Nevada region to enjoy.

Among the festivities includes a taco competition in Fuji Park, Downtown Business Association Cinco de Mayo-themed wine walk, live painting with Edwin ‘Esco’ Martinez, live music with Just Alfredo, an arts and crafts vendor fair, interactive kids’ activities, food, drinks, and free performances by Ballet Folklórico Internacional de Reno and Danza Azteca Aztlán.

This festival is a collaboration between the Brewery Arts Center, Carson City Parks and Rec, Visit Carson City, Family Fun Fridays, Ballet Folklórico Internacional de Reno and Danza Azteca Aztlán.

This bi-cultural event creates engaging opportunities to learn about Mexican American culture. The performances support and disseminate Mexican art, music, dance, and folklore as a learning tool for all ages and demographics.

When and Where:
— Friday, May 3, at Fuji Park, 601 Old Clear Creek Rd., 5 to 8 p.m.

— Saturday, May 4, at Brewery Arts Center, 449 West. King St. and participating downtown businesses, 1 to 5 p.m. wine walk and more. Music will be inside the Exhibition Hall, a solo guitarist playing a wide range of acoustic melodies. The performance of Ballet Folklorico Internacional de Reno will have music, costume and dance from regions throughout Mexico, performance will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday and 5 p.m. Sunday.

— Sunday, May 5, at Brewery Arts Center, 449 West. King St., 1 to 5 p.m. Food, art, vendors, music and more. Kids activities, live music and free performances Ballet Folklorico Internacional de Reno performance at 5 p.m.

Go here for more information.

Pine Nuts: Mark Twain Days returns to Carson City

Jeff Munson — Wed, 01 May 2024 17:09:46 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every day until Sun May 12 2024 .

May 10, 2024 (All day)

May 11, 2024 (All day)

May 12, 2024 (All day)

By McAvoy Layne

We’re back, bigger and better than ever! Please welcome the second annual Mark Twain Days, May 10-12. For a listing of events take a gander at the website here.

You will find something of interest or my name’s not Mark Twain, or used to be anyways. And this year Virginia City is joining in on the fun along with Carson City. Wow!

The driving force behind last year’s Inaugural Mark Twain Days, my hero, Debra Soule, has handed the reins to Nevada Arts & Culture Program Manager, Eric Brooks, and the BAC’s Valerie Moore. You might want to pass along this year’s Mark Twain Days mementoes to your grandkids, as they will be worth their weight in gold come 2124.

Last year everybody sported a mustache, even the ladies. This photo above captured many of us in time.

When I returned home from last year’s extravaganza I slept face down in my white suit for 12 hours.

So what might Mark Twain have to say?

“At last we disembarked in the Silver-Land, Nevada. This was in August of 1861, and back then, Carson City was the most uninhabitable place on earth. Nothing grew there; even the birds when they flew over, carried their own provisions. But we climbed into the foothills and looked back on Carson City nestled in that flat sandy desert, and surrounded by such prodigious mountains that they seemed to expand your soul, until you felt yourself spreading into a colossus, and in that instant, you were seized with a burning desire to stretch forth your hand, put Carson in your pocket, and walk off with it.”

Somewhat retired now, I hope to visit as many events as possible to shake a few hands, slap a few backs, and thank everybody I can for honoring the Father of America’s Literature, who took his pen name right there in Carson City. That pen name would appear the next day in Virginia City’s Territorial Enterprise as the byline, Mark Twain.

“The publisher of the Enterprise, Joe Goodman told me when I hired on, ‘Sam you have but one responsibility here. Get your facts straight. Then you can distort them as much as you like.’ I learned in Virginia City, a good lie can travel twice around the globe before the truth gets its boots on. But our little 'quaints' were obvious sagebrush humor, and Nevada was built on tall tales. We had three kinds of stories back then, ‘Stretchers,’ that stretched the truth beyond the horizon of fact, ‘Lifters,’ that actually lifted the furniture, and ‘Powder Burners. Here lately I’ve stopped lying all together since the amateurs have taken over the field.”

So young and old, let us get out and celebrate the fact that America’s best loved author got his start in the Great State of Nevada. And should you see this old Codger wandering aimlessly around the grounds, do take a picture with him and pass it along to your grandkids. It might be worth an extra scoop of ice-cream come 2124.

— For more than 35 years, in over 4,000 performances, columnist and Chautauquan McAvoy Layne has been dedicated to preserving the wit and wisdom of “The Wild Humorist of the Pacific Slope,” Mark Twain. As Layne puts it: “It’s like being a Monday through Friday preacher, whose sermon, though not reverently pious, is fervently American."

Listen to the spoken word version of this and other McAvoy Layne columns here.

Food Bank of Northern Nevada makes stops Wednesday at Carson City, Dayton senior centers

Jeff Munson — Wed, 01 May 2024 16:25:43 +0000

Photos by Jenny Treece

Food Bank of Northern Nevada made a stop to the Carson City Senior Center on Wednesday morning, with another stop at the Dayton Senior Center from 11 to noon.

The food bank will make stops May 13, in Yerington 9 to 10 a.m. and Silver Springs, 12 to 1 p.m. The mobile unit will return to Carson City on May 15 from 9 to 10 a.m. and Dayton Senior Center from 11 a.m. to noon.

Carson City 2024 Historic Resources Commission scavenger hunt begins today

Jeff Munson — Wed, 01 May 2024 15:45:53 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every week until Fri May 31 2024 .

May 1, 2024 (All day)

May 8, 2024 (All day)

May 15, 2024 (All day)

May 22, 2024 (All day)

May 29, 2024 (All day)

Heather Ferris, Planning Manager

In recognition of Historic Preservation and Archeological Awareness Month, the City’s Historic Resources Commission has organized the 2024 Scavenger Hunt.

This year’s hunt focuses on the early years of Carson City, beginning in the 1860s and continuing through 1900, and will ask participants to match the architectural term with the correct house.

A copy of the 2024 Scavenger Hunt can be obtained starting Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 108 East Proctor Street or at carson.org/scavengerhunt. The website link will be live online beginning Wednesday.

Completed answers are due by 3 p.m. May 31, 2024. Answers may be submitted in person at 108 East Proctor Street, online, or emailed to planning@carson.org. For the 6th year in a row, Jim Phalan of Fox Brewpub is donating a gift card to the person whose hunt is randomly drawn from correct entries.

Also, at the Board of Supervisor’s May 2 meeting, the 2024 Historic Preservation Award will be presented, recognizing Sarah Martin for her outstanding contributions to Carson City’s Historic Preservation, including the preservation of the Rinkel Mansion located at 102 N. Curry Street; and posthumously recognizing Stan Jones for his continuous support of the Historic District and the work of the Carson City Historic Resources Commission.

For additional information regarding the 2024 Scavenger Hunt, contact the Planning Division or visit carson.org.

Nevada DMV launches new appointment system in offices statewide

Jeff Munson — Wed, 01 May 2024 14:38:49 +0000

The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles has announced the implementation of a new appointment system, WaitWell, in all metropolitan and rural offices throughout the state.

“We are thrilled to bring this new system to our offices,” said Director Tonya Laney. “We are solely focused on providing the best customer service possible and are already seeing great results with appointment availability going from several months out to just a few days.”

With this new system, customers can scan a QR code with their mobile device to check in for appointments without visiting the information counter.

Customers also no longer need to wait in an office to have their number called because they receive a text message when their appointment is getting close allowing them to run errands in the meantime.

As a reminder, customers must make an appointment during the week, excluding Wednesdays, at the DMV’s Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, and Carson City offices.

The DMV asks customers to complete your transactions online at dmv.nv.gov if possible. “Skip the line all together and choose online,” added Laney.

Café CONNECTIONS: Two gathering times every Saturday

Wed, 01 May 2024 12:17:31 +0000

CONNECTIONS social gatherings bring locals together weekly for story sharing, conversation and inspiration.

Join us every Saturday for Café CONNECTIONS from 10 to 11:30 am OR from noon to 1:30 p.m. at La Capital Cafe, 1795 E College Pkwy, Carson City.

Meet new people at any or all of the CONNECTIONS gatherings hosted throughout the month in Carson City .

Check out our events calendar at https://connectionscentral.org/events to find more CONNECTIONS opportunities.

All are welcome. There is no cost and no sign up required.

CONNECTIONS bring people together for face-to-face interaction and uses guided story-sharing and meaningful conversation to promote stronger relationships and a happier and healthier life. See story here.

Longtime State Farm agent Marilyn Lewis retires, passes business to Lydia Romero and Nicole Williams

Wed, 01 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000

By Katerina Bleuss

Marilyn "Mert" Paoli Lewis retired on April 30 after 42 years as a State Farm Agent. She started her career as a Scratch Agency in 1982, meaning she had no customers initially.

Over the years, she built an agency serving almost 4,000 households in the Carson City area and consistently ranked in the top 1 percent of State Farm Agents. Mert received multiple honors and awards, including Presidents Club, Chairmans Circle, Crystal Excellence, and Ambassador Club. She also achieved professional designations as a Financial Advisor and was recognized as "Best of Carson" for Financial Planning, Best Insurance Agent, and Best Customer Service.

Mert's book of business will be shared by two State Farm Agents, Lydia Romero and Nicole Williams.

Lydia Romero, who worked as Mert's Office Manager and right hand for a decade, will become a State Farm Agent starting May 1, 2024. Lydia is a 30-year resident of Carson City and has strong ties to the community. Her husband, Greg Lehman, is also a business owner in Carson City. The new office is located at 2085 E. William St #20, between Gold Dust West and Tractor Supply. Lydia is excited to continue Mert's commitment to excellence in a new environment.

Nicole Williams, a highly successful 12-year State Farm Agent in Reno, has opened her second location at 321 W. Winnie Ln. #106, which was Mert's former office location. Nicole, who was born and raised in Carson City, is honored and thrilled to be opening a location in her hometown. She has received numerous awards as a top agent within State Farm and is fully licensed in Insurance, Financial Services, and Securities.

Carson City All State Choral students recognized, sing with Emmy winner

Jeff Munson — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 23:39:50 +0000

Carson City School District

Earlier this month, 11 students from Carson High School and six Carson Middle School and Eagle Valley Middle School students participated in the Annual American Choral Directors Association Nevada All State Choir event at the University of Nevada Las Vegas.

High school students who participated included Chase Boholst, grade 10; Maximillian Bushey, grade 11; Cassidy Leatham, grade 11; Elizabeth Loos, grade 11; Max Powers, grade 10; Kaylee Redus, grade 12; Anna Roylance, grade 12; Leah Roylance, grade 12; Robert Sainz, grade 10; Parker Schmid, grade 12; and Eleanor Woodrum, grade 10. Middle school students included Josephine Cusack, grade 7 at CMS; Hailey Fife, grade 7 at CMS; Erick Loa, grade 8 at EVMS; Hannah Maddox, grade 7 at CMS; Savanna Pace, grade 7 at CMS; and Ellis Tuttle, grade 8 at CMS.

Of note, Anna Roylance and Parker Schmid were recognized for being in All State Choir for all four years of high school. Anna Roylance was also recognized for being the Alto 2 Section Leader, because she earned the highest score out all students who auditioned for the position.

The high school students were able to work under the direction of Jake Runestad, Emmy winning and Grammy nominated composer and conductor. Dubbed as a “choral rock star” by American Public Media, Runestad is one of the most frequently performed composers of concert music and can be heard across the globe.

The middle school singers participated with more than 200 middle school students from Nevada under the direction of Dr. Rollo Dilworth. Dr. Dilworth is currently Vice Dean and Professor of Choral Music Education in the Department of Music Education and Therapy at Temple University's Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts in Philadelphia, Pa. Dilworth has more than 200 choral compositions and arrangements that have been published and performed throughout the world.

"This two-day event is a great opportunity for these choral students to see and participate in the next level of choral singing,” said Briana Valley, music teacher at Carson Middle School. “The growth they show in their musical abilities from Thursday morning's first rehearsal to the performance Friday night is amazing to witness. They spend two full days of singing and rehearsing with composers and the end performance is pure perfection in showing the hard work they put in."

Carson City Farmers Market returns June 8 with even more vendors at Mills Park

Kelsey Penrose — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 22:07:25 +0000

Event Date:

June 8, 2024 (All day)

by Kelsey Penrose

The Carson City Farmers Market returns to the capital city Saturday, June 8 at its new home in Mills Park. Each year, the market continues to grow, and this year is no exception with 11 new vendors added to the roster.

“As we gear up for this year’s market season, we’re thrilled to showcase an impressive roster of 67 vendors each week, blending returning favorites with fresh faces,” said Market Manager Breana Coons. Among our cherished regulars, we are excited to welcome 11 new vendors, each bringing something unique to our community.”

These include Happy Mushrooms, Isla Kusina, No City Coffee, Park Ranch meats, La Tapatia Ice Cream, Nevada Custom Engraving, the Wayfarer specialty cheeses, Three Horse Flower Farm, Sugar Pie, and more.

“We are also introducing several new local musicians who bring a vibrant layer of entertainment to the market atmosphere,” Coons said.

This will be the second year that the market will be in Mills Park, and Coons said community feedback from the move has been “overwhelmingly positive.”

“Visitors appreciated the spacious pavilion, which provided a refreshing retreat from the sun under its ample shade. Additionally, the scenic walks through the park added a unique charm to their market experience, setting it apart from any other venue in the area," she said.

Parking remains a logistical challenge due to the high turnout, Coons said, but luckily the park offers 250 spots throughout.

“Although this means some visitors might face a brief walk, it's a small concession for the pleasure of spending a day at such a scenic and lively market," she said.

The market returns from June 8 to September 28 between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.

“This year's market transcends the ordinary shopping experience; it's a vibrant community hub where you can deeply connect with the origins of your food,” Coons said. “Meet the dedicated artisans who craft each item, the bakers who rise before dawn to ensure the freshest products, and the farmers who toil to bring their freshest produce directly to your table. We invite everyone to explore the diverse offerings that make our market a uniquely enriching place. Join us in celebrating local craftsmanship, fresh produce, and the spirit of community.”

For more information, please visit https://carsonfarmersmarket.com.

Alzheimer's Association offers support group meetings in Carson City

Jeff Munson — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:10:54 +0000

Event Date:

May 8, 2024 (All day)

Do you live in the Carson City or the surrounding area? Do you have a loved one that has Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia? If yes, let us support you through your challenging and new situation! We are here to help you!

The Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California and Northern Nevada have two in-person support groups that provide a place where you can learn, share, and be with others who understand and appreciate your caregiving journey. This group aims to help with providing information, providing hope for living a value centered life, and supporting you as a caregiver.

The group meetings are held:

Meetings are held at the Carson City Cancer Center, Conference Room 1535 Medical Parkway and at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Dr.

For further information call the 24/7 Alzheimer’s Helpline at 1-800-272-3900.

Meeting dates and locations

May 8th 1:00pm, at the Carson City Cancer Center

May 22nd 2:30pm, Carson City Senior Center

June 12th 1:00pm at the Carson City Cancer Center

June 26th 2:30pm Carson City Senior Center

July 10th 1:00pm Carson City Cancer Center

July 24th 2:30pm Carson City Senior Center

August 14th 1:00pm, Carson City Cancer Center

August 28th 2:30pm Carson City Senior Center

Lions Club hosts Carson City Kids’ Fishing Day this Saturday at Baily Pond

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 19:35:12 +0000

Carson City Host Lions Club

Carson City Host Lions Club 2024 Kids Fishing Day is a community event held at Baily Pond in Fuji Park. Kids’ Fishing Day will be held on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

This fun event is designed to introduce kids to fishing and conservation. All kids under 12, and their families or adult guardians, are invited to attend for free! Volunteers will be available to answer questions and to help kids in need of assistance with fishing.

We encourage participants to bring their own rod and reel. A limited amount of rods and reels will be available for use by kids under 12 who don't have their own. Rods, reels, bait and tackle will be provided, until supplies run out.
Participants who are 12 and older will need a valid Nevada fishing license. There is a two fish limit per person.

Prizes and concessions will also be available. Come join the Lions for a great day of fishing!

Family-friendly events around Carson City this week

Kelsey Penrose — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:46:23 +0000

Event Date:

Repeats every day until Sun May 05 2024 .

April 30, 2024 (All day)

May 1, 2024 (All day)

May 2, 2024 (All day)

May 3, 2024 (All day)

May 4, 2024 (All day)

May 5, 2024 (All day)

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around the capital city.

Tuesday, April 30

Open Play at Messy Kids Art School

Includes babe area climbing structures for ages 0-2 and gross motor climbing structures for ages 2-8. Dramatic play town, occasional indoor bouncy house and ball pit, open art studio, caregivers internet lounge and coffee bar. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ages 1 and up $10 with siblings half off after first child.

Baby Bookworms Storytime at the Carson City Library

For children ages 0-24 months; join in for weekly stories, songs and structured free play time from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Wednesday, May 1

Open Play at Messy Kids Art School

Grown Up and Guppies at the Carson City Aquatic Center

Head over to the Carson City Aquatics Center every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. for Grown ups and Guppies. Making the water fun for your guppy is the most important step in preparing for swim lessons. This class is designed to acquaint adult and child wild play activities and to teach very basic fundamental skills. The course is parent-driven, under the supervision of an instructor. No registration required. Class is limited to 12 adult/child pairs on a first-come first served basis. For ages 6 months to 4 years.

Storytime Wednesdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada

Join in for weekly storytime with an accompanying craft each Wednesday. Recommended for children ages 1 - 6. All included with museum admission.

Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada

Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.

Lego Club at the Carson City Library

For elementary school aged children. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with Lego education materials. No registration is required. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Bedtime Bears Storytime at the Carson City Library

For kids of all ages: Join us every Wednesday night for stories, songs and crafts designed to help kids wind down at the end of the day. From 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 2

Open Play at Messy Kids Art School

Big Kid Butterflies Storytime at the Carson City Library

For children ages 1 to 5; join for weekly stories, songs and crafts. No registration is required. 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.

Open STEM Lab Thursdays at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada

The STEM Classroom is open every Thursday from 2 to 4 p.m. for funny educational, weekly activities. All included with museum admission. All ages welcome.

Fingerboarding Club at the Carson City Library

Enjoy doing tricks and having fun with miniature skateboards. A table will be set up with a skatepark for an hour of fnigerboarding. Fingerboards will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Open to patrons 14 and up. No registration required. From 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Friday, May 3

Art Studio Craft Classes at the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada

Drop-in art studio every Wednesday and Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. Creative art studio projects are included with museum admission. All ages welcome. Additional crafts are available for cost.

Family Fun Friday Taco Competition at Fuji Park
Head down to Fuji Park from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday for a Family Fun Friday Taco Competition. The competition is between food trucks. There will be opportunity for “People’s Choice”. Those who purchase tacos from the trucks will be able to vote for their favorites.

Children's theater production of Disney's 'Finding Nemo, Jr.' begins Friday in Carson City

Dive into an ocean of adventure with Wild Horse Children's Theater as we embark on a journey under the sea in the upcoming production of Disney's "Finding Nemo, Jr." at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City.

Saturday, May 4

Get outside and play day: Star Wars Edition at the Carson City Library

Join us the first Saturday of every month for National "Get Outside and Play Day". We will have fun lawn games for patrons to enjoy out in the Library garden from 10am-4pm, weather permitting. Open to kids of all ages. No registration required. This month is a special May the 4th Star Wars themed day!

Chess Club for all ages at the Carson City Library

Stop by and play chess, or learn to play chess, at the Carson City Library every Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. All skill levels are welcome.

Mario Kart tournament at the Carson City Library

The WNC games club is hosting a Mario Kart tournament from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Come join us for casual competition and fun!

Cinco de Mayo Dance Performances at Brewery Arts Center
At 7 p.m., head down to the Brewery Arts Center for Ballet Folkloric Internacional de Reno and Danza Azteca.

Children's theater production of Disney's 'Finding Nemo, Jr.' begins Friday in Carson City

Lions Club hosts Carson City Kids’ Fishing Day this Saturday at Baily Pond

Carson City Host Lions Club 2024 Kids Fishing Day is a community event held at Baily Pond in Fuji Park. Kids’ Fishing Day will be held on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This fun event is designed to introduce kids to fishing and conservation. All kids under 12, and their families or adult guardians, are invited to attend for free! Volunteers will be available to answer questions and to help kids in need of assistance with fishing.

Sunday, May 5

Cinco de Mayo at Brewery Arts Center
From 1 to 5 p.m., the Brewery Arts Center will be hosting a Cinco de Mayo celebration with food, art, vendors, music and more. Then at 5 p.m., stick around for the second performance of Ballet Folkloric Internacional de Reno and Danza Azteca.

Did we miss any? Send any family-friendly event information to kelsey@carsonnow.org, or comment below!

Douglas Sheriff's Office seeks suspects connected to stolen vehicle

Jeff Munson — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 17:06:30 +0000

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in identifying a man and woman associated to a vehicle stolen out of Reno last month.

On Sunday, March 10, 2024, an unidentified male and female suspect allegedly sold a stolen white 2021 Toyota 4Runner to a resident of Douglas County, according to the sheriff's office. The Toyota was stolen out of Reno on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.

The female suspect has a distinct tattoo on the right side of her forehead which reads “mike.” If you have information related to this case or can identify the suspects, contact Douglas County Dispatch at (775) 782-5126 or Investigator Grant at (775) 781-1227. Reference DCSO case number 24SO06494.

Student Farmer's Market returns to Carson City's Fuji Park

Jeff Munson — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:35:44 +0000

Event Date:

May 15, 2024 - 10:00am

By Harmony DeYoung

Green Our Planet will host the second annual Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market on Wednesday, May 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fuji Park on The Park Grass in Carson City. The Northern Nevada Giant Student Farmers Market will feature approximately 10 schools throughout the northern part of the Silver State.

Green Our Planet's Giant Student Farmers Market will feature arts, crafts, and produce grown by schools in the Douglas County School District, Washoe County School District, Carson City School District, and Lyon County School District. Students from each district will apply their financial literacy and business management skills they acquired through Green Our Planet’s programming as they sell their produce and handmade crafts at the market.

“It’s exciting to see how the students who have participated in our outdoor garden and hydroponics programs are able to become leaders,” said Ciara Byrne, CEO of Green Our Planet. “Holding this event in our state’s capital is important to show how these students are positively impacted by our programming. Working together with the teachers and schools, we are ensuring a brighter and greener future for the new generation.”

Launched in 2013, Green Our Planet has become the largest school garden program in the United States working in over 1000+ schools and impacting over 371,400 students nationwide in 42 states and growing. All the proceeds made from the farmers market will return to the schools to further fund the schools’ garden and hydroponics programs. The student-run farmers market gives students the opportunity to become ‘Farmpreneurs’ by empowering them with the opportunity to sell their produce and crafts.

Green Our Planet will host this event with support from First Independent Bank, My Ride to Work, Tesla, Intero Real Estate Services, Hone Company and Rotary Club of Minden.

Fuji Park on The Park Grass, is located at 601 Old Creek Rd., Carson City.

For more information on the Green Our Planet’s Giant Student Farmers Market, please visit greenourplanet.org.

Miller Counseling in Carson City offers grief counseling for youth beginning May 1

Jeff Munson — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:02:29 +0000

Event Date:

May 1, 2024 - 7:00pm

By Eddie Miller

Miller Counseling and Wellness Center began partnering with Douglas Center for Hope and Healing to offer grief support groups for adults in Carson City in 2024. There has been an amazing turnout, and the group appears to be filling a much-needed void in services to our community.

The owner of Miller Counseling, Eddie Miller, and volunteers Lindsey Stoleberl and Adriana Contreras have been leading the adult groups. The groups offer a safe place for people to come together to heal and support one another in their time of grief.

The goal was to add grief support groups for adolescents aged 12-17 years old within a year. However, shortly after the first article was placed in Carson Now, Ryan Felix, a juvenile probation officer, and his wife Sarah Felix offered to become part of the volunteer team. Ryan and Sarah stated “We both have a passion for people to live in healing and freedom and are honored to be able to come alongside those who are grieving.”

With the help of our gracious volunteers, Miller Counseling is excited to announce that our doors will be open to the community for the adolescents grief group, ages 12-17, starting Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Both the adult group and adolescent group will be held every Wednesday from 7-8 PM at 104 W Telegraph Street in Carson City. All support groups are free to the community. Feel free to call Eddie Miller at 775-434-7200 with any questions.

Our future goal is to add grief support for children 4 to 11 years old by 2025 so the entire family will be able to participate in the healing process together. The Douglas Center for Hope and Healing has been offering grief support for children ages 4-18 years old and adults for the past 10 years and is located at 1528 Highway 395, Ste 235 Gardnerville. Phone: 775-450-0329.

Mother’s Day Tea Party happening in Carson City this Saturday

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 13:42:17 +0000

By 443 Foundation

Ready to celebrate Mother’s Day a little early? Join in on the fun at the Mother’s Day Tea Party happening this weekend, May 4th at 4pm! Enjoy delectable teas, an assortment of foods, a wonderful raffle, and games. Tickets are $25 and may be pre-purchased at the Carson City Alano Club. Tickets may also be purchased at the event, though quantities may be limited. Event will be held at 1201 N Saliman Road. So put on your tea hats and join us on May 4th at 4pm.

Tuesday movie night at A to Zen in Carson City features Academy Award winning 'Ordinary People'

Jeff Munson — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 03:20:09 +0000

Event Date:

April 30, 2024 - 7:00pm

Enjoy a movie classic on the big screen Tuesday, April 30 at A to Zen in Carson City. The featured movie is the Academy Award winning "Ordinary People," starring Mary Tyler Moore, Donald Sutherland, Timothy Hutton and Judd Hirsch.

The movie is directed by Robert Redford. It was the 1981 Academy Award winner for Best Picture, Best Supporting actor Timothy Hutton and Best Director.

A to Zen will show the movie at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and includes a soda and snack. A to Zen is located at 1803 North Carson Street, Carson City. Follow them on Facebook here.