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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!
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Sept. 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/18/2019 - 7:00pmComing up on the final stretch of the work week, Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 is shaping up to be eventful around the capital city area, including a morning Tahoe Rim Trail hike hosted by Muscle Powered, a meeting of the Carson City Board of Supervisors, a Status of Women in Nevada meeting at the Carson Nugget, activities at the library including the first in a series of Job Seeking With Google workshops, plus the first of the three-day Rockabilly Riot car show at Mills Park and more. Enjoy the day.
Hot rods, rat rods and more: Rockabilly Riot returns to Carson City beginning Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/17/2019 - 2:43pmHot rods, rat rods, souped up trucks and the men and women who made them will be making their way into the capital city this week for the annual Rockabilly Riot which begins Thursday and runs through Saturday at Mills Park.
Souped Up, Ready to Roll: Rockabilly Riot hot rod show returns to Carson City next week
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 3:30pmDozens of hot rods will roll into Carson City next week for the 9th annual Rockabilly Riot held at Mills Park. The event originally got its start in Reno but will be hosted for the 4th time here in Carson City.
WNC's Memorial Step Climb gives people opportunity to reflect on 9-11 attacks
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 1:40pmThe death and destruction caused by terrorists at the World Trade Center and Pentagon 18 years ago remained close to people’s hearts and memories Wednesday during a memorial event at Western Nevada College in Carson City.
Western Nevada College 9/11 Step Climb: An Opportunity for Reflection
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/11/2019 - 10:01amToday, WNC's Veterans Resource Center is providing an opportunity for individuals to reflect on the events of Sept. 11, 2001. Each flight of stairs in the Carson City campus's Cedar Building includes photos, exhibits and a list of those who lost their lives in the Pentagon, the flights and the Twin Towers on this tragic day, 18 years ago.
We invite you to visit us to experience this unique display. Go here to see a video of the display.
Nevada Vaping Association cautions consumers about risks of vaping THC or cannabinoids not intended for vapor use
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/09/2019 - 12:28pmLAS VEGAS — Nevada Vaping Association strongly cautions consumers to not vape marijuana-based THC or cannabinoids products not intended for vapor use due to the significant number of deaths linked to these products.
Winner of CarsonProud essay contest thankful to be living here
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 2:54pmCarson City is a very special place and, as the city continues to grow and prosper, many are looking to relocate here for a myriad of reasons.
Through the years, Carson City has changed. There have been good times and there have been times that, as Thomas Paine wrote, “have tried men’s souls.” We’ve lost some historic and iconic structures but have bounced back in the good times. The biggest recent changes occurred in 2016 with the reimagining of the downtown core that continues today.
Grand opening Oct. 18 of the Vasefinder Museum at Carson City's Charlie B Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/06/2019 - 6:05amIt was a name I read in “Art Pottery of the United States” by Paul Evans that sent me on a journey. That name was Lois Marion Swart and the reason I read it several times is that she had exhibited at the Syracuse Ceramic Nationals in 1954 from my hometown of Carmichael, California. It was the middle of the 1990’s and I just started dialing the phone book. A man picked up the phone on my second call to a Swart family.
Keep Tahoe Bears Wild: Agencies launch website to reduce human-bear conflicts
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/01/2019 - 3:35pmThe Tahoe Basin is bear country and natural resource and law enforcement agencies are working diligently to remind residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal when living in or visiting bear country. To help spread our message, we’ve launched a new website, TahoeBears.org, where residents and visitors can go to learn everything they need to know about living, visiting and playing responsibly in bear country.
Carson City's Labor Day Weekend Events: Saturday, August 31
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 11:29pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! We have a beautiful, hot labor day weekend ahead of us with highs of 93 and lows in the mid 50s through Monday. There are tons of great summer-time events this weekend, and enjoy them while you can because Fall is just around the corner!
Check below to see the events through the weekend in Carson City and our surrounding area:
Saturday, August 31
Carson City's 3rd Annual BOO-nanza now accepting vendor applications from local businesses
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 11:54amCarson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space is pleased to announce our 3rd Annual BOO-nanza Halloween event on Tuesday, October 29th.
Last year, approximately 1000 children participated and we expect a bigger crowd this year. In an effort to create a safe and family friendly Halloween experience, Carson City Park, Recreation & Open Space has partnered with the Carson City Library. The Community Center will be opened for trick or treating, haunted house, and outdoor carnival.
Rolling Stones tribute, outdoor movies, parade and more: Carson City region readies for Labor Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/29/2019 - 6:49pmHeading into Labor Day weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next four days, which include guided tours at the Nevada State Museum, movie showings at Mills and Schulz Ranch Park, a school supply car cruise and Bingo fundraiser at the Carson Mall, trash pickup at Lake Tahoe, a Rolling Stones tribute band at Carson Nugget, Virginia City’s Labor Day Parade and more!
Happenings around Carson City for Thursday, August 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/28/2019 - 9:58pmHeading into Thursday, August 29, 2019 and we're ready and due for the upcoming three-day holiday weekend ahead. Looking around the Carson City area for Thursday there's art showings, a Muscle Powered hike, a Partnership Carson City training and lunch and then a vigil to recognize and prevent opioid overdose and more.
Vigil planned to recognize and prevent opioid overdose; training provided Thursday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/23/2019 - 3:52pmThe public is invited to a candlelight vigil Thursday at Bob McFadden Plaza in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day.
“The opioid epidemic is so huge, even in a town of our size,” said Samantha Szoyka, the youth program and outreach coordinator for Partnership Carson City. “As a community, we are starting to talk about it, but people still don’t know what resources are available to them or how they can connect with those resources.”
The vigil, which begins at 7 p.m., will feature a guest speaker and booths distributing information.
Carson City Library Exhibit Displays Gourd Art
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/16/2019 - 2:05pmMembers of the Nevada Gourd Society have a wonderful display of gourd art in the Carson City Library. The local group is known as the Great Basin Gourd Patch meet monthly in the Johnson Lane area to share and learn techniques used on gourds. The exhibit in the library will be on display until the end of August. You don’t want to miss all this art!
Carson City's Silver Oak Golf to throw block party this Friday and Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/12/2019 - 12:29pmCombining the best of the Carson City Jazz and Beyond Music Festival and bringing in the Hot August Nights theme that will include a sock hop and classic cars, Silver Oak Golf has rolled out the green carpet by becoming one of the venues for the annual Carson City jazz festival.
Aces’ Josh Rojas eyes homecoming with Diamondbacks
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sun, 08/04/2019 - 6:59pmA distinct popping noise resonated throughout an empty Greater Nevada Field during the Reno Aces’ batting practice session on Saturday.
Carson City's Hope Crossing church hosts gospel concert with famed Blackwood Quartet
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/28/2019 - 11:35amThe community is invited to a free gospel concert Friday in Carson City featuring the Blackwood Quartet. This group has a legendary story and it comes through in every song.
Health Inspections cite eight Carson City restaurants for violations
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/26/2019 - 10:15amThe Carson City Health Department's inspections this week returned with eight Carson City businesses in violation of health and safety codes. Scores of 0 with no violations translate to full compliance with health department food safety codes.
Carson City Fair, Run What Cha Brung car show, fundraisers and more: State capital lined up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 6:45pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region over the next three days, including the Carson City Fair, Karson Kruzers Run What Cha Brung car show, a fundraiser bike ride, cooking classes, tours at the Nevada State Museum, train rides on Saturday and much more!
Apollo 11 mission activities, talks featured this week in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/22/2019 - 11:42amIn celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing, the Nevada State Museum in Carson City has a host of activities and programs planned this week that aim to look back at the past, learn about the present and inspire the future.
Nevada State Museum in Carson City to celebrate moon landing’s anniversary with talks, activities
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 11:17amCARSON CITY — Fifty years after Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin took “one giant leap for mankind,” the image of putting a man on the moon remains a source of pride wrapped in awe for most Americans.
The young and young of heart still dream of becoming astronauts and most people 50-plus can tell you where they were and what they were doing that July day in 1969.
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.
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.
Transcontinental Railroad quilt raffle highlights Friends of NSM fundraising event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 9:34amThe annual fundraiser for the Friends of the Nevada State Museum is set for Saturday, August 3. Member Judi Miller has created another fabulous quilt to be raffled off at the Night with Notorious Nevadans – The Mint Edition fundraising event.
Carson City Farmer’s Market to host Children’s Art Contest through July
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/12/2019 - 4:57pmThe Carson Farmers Market will be hosting a "Farm to Table" Art Contest for Kids throughout July.
Big Changes coming to Carson City Fair July 26-28
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 07/09/2019 - 3:12pmThe Carson City Fair is returning for its third year this month, and it’s bringing big changes and several new events to its roster including a demolition derby, American Ninja Farmer contests, jello eating contests, animal auctions, and more.
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.
Barbecue, music and fireworks: July 4 celebrations around Carson, Tahoe and Virginia City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 07/04/2019 - 8:35amThe Fourth of July will be colored with parades, barbecues, carnivals, concerts and plenty of fireworks around Carson City, Carson Valley, Lake Tahoe and Virginia City.