Charitable
Esther Chapter No. 3 Carson City invites residents for dinner, meeting of Order of the Eastern Star
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/26/2020 - 8:27amYou are one of us! Esther Chapter No. 3, Order of the Eastern Star, is hosting a Feb. 4 dinner and open meeting for anyone in the community who might be interested in learning more about the Masonic Family in Carson City.
We have a long and successful history in Nevada and we would like to entertain you with a tasty dinner at 6 p.m. and then hold an open meeting at 7 p.m. to share the great things we are doing and encourage additional members of our community to consider joining our charitable organization.
Elks Lodge celebrates Carson City Search and Rescue with $2,500 grant
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 9:10pmOn Friday night, the local Elks Lodge chapter hosted a sold-out dinner and fundraiser event in support of the Carson City Search and Rescue volunteers.
The program included a a live auction, raffle drawing, and presentation of the Elks National Foundation grant of $2,500. These Gratitude Grants are used to support local, charitable activities such as hosting a community clean-up day, purchasing supplies for a homeless shelter, or organizing a school literacy fair.
The Elks Lodge is celebrating 150 years of service.
New events center, potential casino sale could boost prospects for South Tahoe market
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/04/2020 - 5:37pmSTATELINE — Mont Bleu, a resort that has gone by three names and had five owners in 41 years, is playing a central role in the future of the South Lake Tahoe gaming market.
Eldorado Resorts CEO Thomas Reeg said the Reno-based company will need to sell at least one of the three casinos it will own in Tahoe once a $17.3 billion merger/buyout of Caesars Entertainment is completed early next year.
From a ban on surprise hospital ER billing to 'red flag’ gun law, new bills take effect in Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/01/2020 - 12:19pmToday, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020 is the beginning of a new year, a new decade and also a new set of laws. More than 70 laws enacted by the Nevada Legislature last year take effect either in whole or in part today.
They include several major health care initiatives — including a ban on surprise emergency room bills, a tax on vaping products and a requirement that hospitals use patients’ preferred names and pronouns — as well as laws that will benefit employees, including paid sick leave.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Dec. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 12/25/2019 - 11:01pmHello Carson City and happy day after Christmas. It has been a truly wonderful holiday season experience and it's not over yet. We celebrate our community for its many, many charitable functions and its generosity in the spirit of Christmas and giving. Thank you Carson City for making this holiday season a truly memorable one. Here's a look what's ahead Thursday.
Carson City area Salvation Army fundraising campaign falling short of goals
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 9:56amCompared to the last six years, 2019 has the fewest holiday shopping days. This could create an unexpected problem: a reduction in the amount of charitable giving by holiday shoppers. If realized, this deficit could hinder the country’s largest social service provider’s ability to provide critical services to people in need in 2020. The vast majority of giving to The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettles happens after Thanksgiving.
Editorial by Superintendent Richard Stokes on the Magic of Christmas
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 3:57pmLast Saturday I was part of the Rotary Club's Shopping Spree. This annual event pairs a Rotarian with a needy child in hopes of purchasing gifts for the child and members of his/her family.
The young man that I accompanied was a rather precocious and talkative eight-year old who was a bit jaded when it came to acknowledging the magic of Christmas. However, during the shopping part of the activity, my new young friend became very animated and hopeful as he talked about selecting gifts for his family and for himself.
Carpa Nevada, Flavors of India team up for annual Carson City Pets of the Homeless fundraiser
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 11/30/2019 - 4:48pmFive years ago, Chef Don Pepe launched a holiday fundraiser to help Pets of the Homeless, a Carson City-based 501(c)3 non-profit that raises money to provide food, veterinary care and other essentials to the pets of homeless persons.
Carson City Elks Lodge to host annual Hoop Shoot event for kids Dec. 7 at the MAC
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/25/2019 - 8:40amThe Carson City Elks Lodge is hosting the annual Hoop Shoot event for Carson City Youth, ages 8 through 13 on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Facility, also known as the MAC, 1860 Russell Way in Carson City.
Meals on Wheels Carson City joins Subaru in sharing the love this holiday season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 2:07pmCARSON CITY — Meals on Wheels Carson City joins the 2019 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 campaign. From Nov. 14, 2019, through Jan. 2, 2020, Subaru of America will donate $250 for every new Subaru vehicle purchased or leased to the customer's choice of participating charities.
Pooches, pin ups, produce and more: events for Carson City on Saturday, September 21
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/21/2019 - 12:45amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a bunch of great events going on today including Rockabilly Riot day three, the annual Pooch Plunge, and much more!
Saturday, September 21
Rockabilly Riot, cancer awareness fitness events, Dayton Valley Days and more: Carson City region set for jam-packed weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/19/2019 - 7:43pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Rockabilly Riot car show, Dayton Valley Days, a pancreatic cancer awareness walk at Silver Oak Golf Course, the annual Pooch Plunge at the Carson Aquatic Facility, horse endurance races in Virginia City, history talks at Mormon Station Park and much more!
Chambered for Charity Sporting Clays Event in Carson City set for Sept. 21
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 12:30pmChambered for Charity, an unincorporated non-profit, invites community members to sign up for the first Aim to Cure Sporting Clays Shoot on Sept. 21, 2019 at the Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City, Nev.
Chambered for Charity was formed by the women of two local Reno companies, Legacy Sports International and Reno Cerakote. Their mission is “to enhance the lives of others through charitable donations while promoting the safe, responsible use of firearms.”
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Dateline Red Wing, Minnesota
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 8:34amRed Wing, Minnesota is the cutest town I ever saw. You can't see it without falling in love with it. I wanted to fold it up and take it home with me. They make shoes there, comfortable, sensible shoes. I was reminded of what my mother told me, "Honey, always have a good pair of shoes and a good bed, 'cuz you're either in one or the other."
Nevada Builders Alliance unveils Nevada Builders Foundation
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/31/2019 - 11:10amThe Nevada Builders Alliance, the state’s largest construction industry association, has established the Nevada Builders Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit, giving the organization a philanthropic arm for community outreach and education.
Northern Nevada Women and Philanthropy Forum
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 8:03pmThe Northern Nevada Women & Philanthropy Forum is designed to bring awareness to the impact that women have on philanthropy. it is a day-long platform to discuss current trends in giving, the wealth transfer that women are leading, and philanthropy in the digital age.
Bay Area correctional officer, U.S. Army veteran identified as Lake Tahoe drowning victim
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/18/2019 - 3:01pmA correctional officer with the San Mateo County Sheriff's Office in the San Francisco Bay Area has been identified as the man who died of an apparent drowning at Lake Tahoe's Zephyr Cove on Tuesday.
Carson City Sheriff's Office warns of increase in phone scams and fraud schemes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 2:32pmThe Carson City Sheriff’s Office has continued to see an increased amount of phone scams. We want the public to remain vigilant and educated in these issues. Scammers are routinely calling people saying they have missed a court date, missed a jury summons, they have a warrant, or they owe fines.
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
Carson City Native and Newcomers Club meets Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 8:53amCarson City Natives and Newcomers meets this Thursday, July 11, 2019 at Red's Old 395 Grill, 1055 S Carson St, at 11:30 a.m. Our club members meet and we order our own lunch. Enjoying fellowship with each other. Following our lunch we open our meeting. This month we will have a guest speaker Tracy from Advocates to End Domestic Violence.
Sassabration fundraiser returns to Carson City with Sunday brunch, bingo and Bea Arthur
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 10:35amSassafras Eclectic Food Joint will kick-off Father’s Day in Carson City during its fifth annual Sassabration fundraiser event featuring Brunch and Bingo with Bea Arthur, a tribute to the late comedy actress, singer and activist Bea Arthur on Sunday, June 16 at 11 a.m.
SIPV Program Meeting featuring Local Miss America Talent
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 2:16pmSoroptimist International is a global non-profit organization working to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Soroptimist International of Pinenut Valleys has a Program Meeting scheduled for:
June 19, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
Carson Valley Country Club
1029 Riverview Drive
Gardnerville, NV 89460
90,000 Meals Served Annually: It's Your City puts spotlight on Carson City Meals on Wheels
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 10:27amIn this week's edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with Courtney Warner, director of the Carson City Senior Center. Among the many activities offered through the center, its supportive services include onsite lunches and the popular Meals on Wheels program.
Carson City's Pioneer High School senior earns multiple scholarships
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 7:10amConan O’ Brien observed that, “If you work really hard, and you're kind, amazing things will happen.” He might as well have been describing Pioneer High School senior, Savannah Lavey.
Savannah is indeed a very kind person and a quite a hard-worker. Her efforts and attitude have paid off in the form of the two scholarships she was recently awarded.
Boomers’ Legacy to Their Children and Income Inequality
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 8:59pmIn my last column I raised the sorry legacy my generation, the Boomers, are leaving our children and grandchildren.
I outlined the main problems, especially the increasing embrace over the last 150 years of statist liberalism, progressivism and now even socialism – or, in general, the slide away from our essential founding values, social institutions, practices and policies to coercive collectivism. Another problem area has been the embrace of certain exotic goals and their derivative ideologies as being central to our politics instead of the special interests they are.
Events and Happenings in Carson City on Sunday, May 5
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 05/05/2019 - 7:14amHappy Sunday Carson City! It'll be another warm day today with a high of 76 degrees and a gentle breeze. On the books today we have a Tour of Carson City hosted by Muscle Powered as a part of National Bike Month, a dog agility trial, art showings, a family book reading at the Carson City Library and more.
Events around Carson City for Friday, May 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 10:08pmWhat a week it was Carson City, and it isn't even over yet. Heading into Friday, May 3, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s. There's a host of activities Friday and, looking ahead, a bevy of fun Saturday including a Mother's Day craft fair at the Carson City Community Center, a Star Wars themed bicycle safety day, a wine, cheese and dessert ride aboard the V&T, an early opening of the downtown farmer's market, the May Downtown Carson City Wine Walk, a memorial walk, presentations, comedy, live music and more. Enjoy.
And then there's Maude: Sassafras to host Bea Arthur tribute featuring brunch and bingo
Submitted by Tanja Musselman on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 3:31pmSassafras Eclectic Food Joint in Carson City will hold its kickoff Sassabration fundraiser event "Brunch and Bingo with Bea," a tribute to the late comedy actress, singer and activist Bea Arthur on May 12.
Saturday is annual 'Kitten Shower' at Carson City Humane Society
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/02/2019 - 12:16pmEvery year, Nevada Humane Society staff knows for certain one thing is going to be true: April showers bring May meowers.
This year, we expect more than years before!
In order to prepare, it’s time for the annual Kitten Shower, being held on Saturday, April 6, at Nevada Humane Society in Reno and Carson City.
The fun-filled event aims to educate people about orphaned kittens in shelters, provide gifts for kittens, and enhance the group of Foster Caregivers — the volunteers who offer temporary homes to underage kittens and puppies.
April showers bring May Meowers: Nevada Humane Society hosts Carson City kitten shower
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 3:32pmEvery year, Nevada Humane Society staff knows for certain one thing is going to be true: April showers bring May meowers. This year, we expect more than years before.
In order to prepare, it’s time for the annual Kitten Shower, being held on Saturday, April 6, at Nevada Humane Society in Carson City and Reno.