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Events around Carson City for Thursday, July 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/24/2019 - 6:31pmMore of the same weather wise is headed our way as we round the corner going into Thursday, July 25, 2019. Activities around the Carson City area feature a Muscle Powered hike along a portion of the Tahoe Rim Trail, Status of Women in Northern Nevada conference at the Carson Nugget, a lecture series at the Carson City BRIC, Freedom Fest Carson City GOP Barbecue at Glen Eagles, Thursday Cruise Night at Max Casino, plus afternoon and evening presentations on the Apollo Lunar Mission at the Nevada State Museum. Read on. There's more.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, July 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 5:28pmThe countdown to the weekend begins as we head into midweek, Wednesday, July 24, 2019 with daytime highs in the low 90s and plenty of indoor and outdoor activities. Topping the list is the Northern Nevada Development Authority's Legislative Roundup at Casino Fandango. If you want to know how this year's legislative session will affect business, be there. For those who look to the stars for the big picture, there's a multi-media hands on science day presentation at the Nevada State Museum as part of the Apollo 11 moon landing celebration; then there's Wheeled Food Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center and lots more. Enjoy the day.
NNDA Names FISH Executive Director Jim Peckham 2019 Pioneer of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/23/2019 - 9:14amCARSON CITY — Northern Nevada Development Authority announced Tuesday that Jim Peckham, Executive Director of Friends in Service Helping since 2009, has been named as the 2019 Pioneer of the Year. NNDA’s Pioneer of the Year award honors an individual who both personally and professionally supports and has had a significant impact on the economic development and growth of the region.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, July 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/22/2019 - 6:51pmHeading into Tuesday, July 23, 2019 there's plenty of indoor and outdoor activities around Carson City, including a morning power walk and evening hike and bike ride, an Apollo lecture at the Nevada State Museum, high tech imaging demonstrations with NASA technology at the Carson City Library Digitorium, archery at Centennial Park, art showings and more. Enjoy.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, July 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/17/2019 - 8:03pmAs we begin to round out the work week heading into Thursday, July 18, 2019, we're looking at the same amount of sun with a daytime high around 90. Not bad for the middle of July. Activities lined up include a Muscle Powered hike, a cultural awareness conference at Carson Valley Inn, an artist reception at Artsy Fartsy, art classes at Rustically Divine, Thursday Cruise Night, the first "Third Thursday" farmer's market and barbecue in Dayton, a presentation on the Apollo Lunar Mission at the Carson City Library and more.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, July 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 6:25pmMidweek, here we come! Heading into Wednesday, July 17, 2019 and we're looking at another sunshine-filled day full of activities including Trails 4 Tails at Riverview Park, an open house at Carson City's Foreman-Roberts House Museum, Wheeled Food Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center with a showing of "Monster's University" to follow and more. Enjoy the day.
Carson City based RICE Hydro, Inc. promotes STEM education by giving back
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 10:20amCarson City based RICE Hydro, Inc. continues its long tradition of supporting STEM education throughout North America. Recently, the company donated one of their MTP-15 Manual Hand Operated Hydrostatic test pumps to Concordia University in Montreal, Canada.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, July 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 7:05pmAs we head into Tuesday, July 16, 2019 we're reminded it's halfway through the month and time sure is flying as we celebrate our summertime favorite stops around the Carson City region. For Tuesday we have walks, hikes and bike rides, a Red Cross "be ready" presentation, Fat Tuesday Business Networking in Dayton, art classes, showings and more. Enjoy.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Tailgaters, good hearts and 'Operation Drawdown'
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 12:15pmWill you agree with me that most people are good-hearted? Even robocallers, when they are done antagonizing the general public, must go home to their loving families and their loving dogs. Even tailgaters, when they are done terrorizing the general public, must go home to their loving families and their loving dogs. Well, maybe not tailgaters.
Ex-Miss America has a pretty swing at Tahoe celebrity golf
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 07/14/2019 - 12:06pmKira Kazantsev is more than just a pretty face — her golf swing says it all.
Spirit of America Show at Nevada Artists Association
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 12:01pmNevada Artists Association presents the "Spirit of America" judged show. This show was open to member and non-member artists and runs until July 26. Come in and view all the fabulous art and be sure to vote for your People's Choice favorites. The NAA Gallery is located at 449 W. King Street in Carson City and is open from 10-4 every day except Monday.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, July 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 7:53pmGood times, sunny skies, activities and more are planned around the Carson City area as we head into Thursday, July 11. Hikes, bike rides, art, food trucks at Mills Park, a Carson City CASA information night, a sentimental journey along Highway 395 presentation and more are lined up for the day. Enjoy
Events around the Carson City area for Wednesday, July 10 feature Concert Under the Stars, Wheeled Food Wednesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 8:32amHello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, July 10, 2019. We're looking at plenty of sunshine, warm temperatures and an extraordinary musical lineup today at Eagle Valley Golf Course in Carson City for the 11th annual Concert Under the Stars benefit for The Greenhouse Project. There's also art showings, Wheeled Food Wednesday at the BAC and more.
Carson City couple tour Alaska's Denali by air, land on Ruth Glacier
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/04/2019 - 3:52pmCarson City residents Don and Elaine Quilici returned recently from vacationing in Alaska, where they were treated to an airplane ride of a lifetime, touring Denali, the highest point in North America at 20,320 feet and then landing the tour aircraft on Ruth Glacier, which is 3,000 feet thick.
Bells ring for liberty, independence in downtown Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 07/04/2019 - 11:28amVisitors and residents of Carson City were treated Thursday morning to patriotic music and a public reading of the Declaration of Independence by the Sons of the American Revolution, Battle Born Patriots Chapter, at the Nevada State Museum.
State, City offices and banks will close for July 4; museums remain open with regular hours
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 1:35pmWith the Fourth of July upon us, here's a reminder that several businesses will be closed to enjoy the festivities, and community members should prepare accordingly.
250 cigarette butt collection canisters to be installed at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 06/28/2019 - 10:11amThe League to Save Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Waters Supplies Association (TWSA) are in the process of distributing an initial run of 250 cigarette butt collection canisters at key locations around Lake Tahoe. The aim of the Tahoe Cigarette Disposal Program is to reduce toxic chemicals from littered cigarette butts from leaching into the environment, to protect wildlife, and to reduce litter on Lake Tahoe’s shoreline and vicinity.
Best selling author of 'The Secret Deal to End the Holocaust' to give talk in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/27/2019 - 6:48pmNew York Times bestselling author and Holocaust historian Max Wallace will be in Lake Tahoe to talk about his new book, In the Name of Humanity: The Secret Deal to End the Holocaust, on July 28, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at Chabad at Lake Tahoe.
The book details an audacious scheme by a rescue committee of Swiss Orthodox Jews led by a remarkable woman named Recha Sterbuch.
Events around the Carson City area for Thursday, June 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 8:15pmHeading into Thursday, June 27, 2019, there's plenty to do and see around the Carson City area as we march toward an action-packed weekend. There's a morning Muscle Powered walk, Food Truck Thursday at Mills Park, a Farmers Market in Dayton, a discussion on climate change at Western Nevada College, a history presentation on Chinese woodcutters at the Nevada State Museum, a presentation by the NNDA Executive Director at a GOP monthly meeting, Cruise Night at Wing Stop, an information meeting on the Ross Gold Park master plan hosted by Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space. Read on. There's more.
Reggae sensation Jordan T jams Saturday at Carson City's outdoor Levitt AMP concert
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/26/2019 - 1:03pmThe Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series presented by The Change Companies began with a full house last week and the party will continue this Saturday, June 29 at the Brewery Arts Center with reggae sensation Jordan T. So grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to experience the power of free, live music to bring our community together.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, June 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 6:08pmAs we set our radar ahead to Tuesday, June 25, 2019, we say hello Carson City and welcome to a bevy of events ahead including activities for children of all ages, a Muscle Powered morning walk, evening hike and bike ride, a cyber security awareness workshop hosted by DeBug Computer, a job fair at the Carson Nugget, art showings, a delicious taste of France via Bleu Café Culinary Travelers Club and more. Read on for what's happening.
Nevada Artists Association's Spirit of America art show brings color to Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 06/22/2019 - 2:50pmPresented by the Nevada Artists Association, the Spirit of America art show brought dozens of colors to Carson City on Saturday.
Dayton brought into the spotlight as a finalist for Reader's Digest's 'Nicest Places in America' contest
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/22/2019 - 12:10pmDayton resident Shelly Rosario nominated Dayton for the Reader's Digest "Nicest Places in America" contest, and is now one of 50 finalists.
According to Reader's Digest, the "Nicest Places in America" contest is meant to inspire hope through sharing stories of kindness through America.
Celebrate the Fourth of July with TOCCATA: Tahoe Orchestra and Chorus's 14th Annual 'BOPs' Concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 5:02pmThe Tahoe Symphony Orchestra, also known as TOCCATA, helps you celebrate the Fourth of July spirit with family and friends, close to home. Our 14th annual “BOPS” concert, conducted by Maestro James Rawie, is a delightful summer event that we perform at Carson Valley United Methodist Church in Gardnerville on Sunday, July 7 at 4 p.m.
Justin Timberlake returns to Lake Tahoe for 30th American Century Championship
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 11:30amPop music superstar Justin Timberlake just amped up the celebrity wattage at the American Century Championship, expanding the field of luminaries for the 30th annual golf tournament at Lake Tahoe, July 9-14.
Keep America Great: The Summer of Our Politics
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/19/2019 - 6:10amSwathed in an elegant suit of red, white and blue and enveloped by a huge crowd of the same beautiful hues, President Donald J. Trump announced his re-election campaign Tuesday night.
After reviewing the failures and treachery of his opposition and the Fake News, he counted at length the accomplishments of the American people and his administration. He ushered in the summer of our politics, economy and culture and outlined the challenges we face and how we will Keep America Great.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 7:13pmHeading into Tuesday, June 18, 2019 we're looking at continued warming around the region with a daytime high around 91. Temperatures are expected to actually lower toward the end of the week. Events around town Tuesday include a Muscle Powered walk, hike and bike ride, yoga, exercises for the mind and body hosted by the Carson City Emblem Club, political gatherings, art activities and more.
Events around the Carson City area for Monday, June 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 7:59amGood day Carson City. Today is Monday, June 17, 2019. We're off and running into a week filled with activities and a weekend that promises to deliver. The forecast calls for sunny weather and a high near 90, making it another beautiful day around the capital city. Enjoy.
What's happening around Carson City on Father's Day, Sunday, June 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 8:09amGood day Carson City. It is Sunday, June 16, 2019. Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads out there. Celebrate with the final day of the Stewart Father's Day Powwow, a bike ride with Muscle Powered, a tasty brunch hosted by the Carson City Emblem Club or a southern-style brunch, bingo and comedy fundraiser in the spirit of the late comedian Bea Arthur at Sassafras. Plus there's art showings, train rides, Pop opera and more. Enjoy the day!
Calling all artists: Spirit of America show kicks off Saturday at NAA's Carson City gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/12/2019 - 12:45pmThe Spirit of America art show, an annual event through the Nevada Artists Association, will launch this Saturday, June 15 at its Carson City gallery.