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Agency to hold acting casting call in Carson City Feb. 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/05/2013 - 11:43amA casting call for adults and children interested in television, commercials, movies and stage productions will be held in Carson City Feb. 22 at Silver State High School, 788 Fairview Drive from 6 to 7 p.m.
Preserving the Family History:(3 classes)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/04/2013 - 12:42pmRemember when ... There are family stories that get told over and over again. But do you have the details right? Bring out the pictures, the clippings, the souvenirs and tell the story of your family. Have a chat with grandpa (or grandma, or Uncle Joe) in the studio to get the story straight. The final DVD is yours for posterity, a treasure that your grandchildren will cherish. (Additional fee $25 to have the instructor give a final edit to your story.)
Tuition: $80 ($70 BAC Members)
Monday 5:30pm-7:30pm
March 4 (+ 2 additional sessions to be scheduled)
Instructor: Jeffrey Fast
Remembering the "Visit From St. Nicholas"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/04/2013 - 12:40pmDid Santa bring that new "super" gift for Christmas? Did you get the picture of the perfect turkey? Did Uncle Joe wear the lampshade on his head again this year? Turn those holiday photos into a video to share with friends and family. Your pictures, your music, your voice will make a perfect memory gift for loved ones who didn't make it to the party. You get to keep the DVD you make. To register go to www.breweryarts.org.
Tuition: $100 ($90 BAC Members)
Monday 5:30pm-7:30pm
January 14 - February 11 (5 classes)
Instructor: Jeffrey Fast
Location: Media Center
Don Q's Fishing Report for week of Dec. 12-18
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/12/2012 - 11:46amBelow is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Dec. 12-18. We want to note a big fish caught by Eric St. Denis of South Lake Tahoe, Calif., pictured above.
Eric caught a 28-pound, 9-ounce Mackinaw trout at Lake Tahoe on Dec. 9, at 10:30 a.m. Photos courtesy of Gene St. Denis of Blue Ribbon Charters.
Cookies with Santa at Adele's to benefit Ron Wood Family Resource Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 12/03/2012 - 12:21amGet into the Spirit of Christmas by attending the third annual Cookies with Santa benefit event for the Ron Wood Family Resource Center Saturday, Dec. 15 at Café at Adele’s in Carson City. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., families are invited to dine on cookies, cocoa and cider and meet with Santa, while providing for children in need in the community.
Vandals tag Carson City wall with graffiti
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/13/2012 - 11:06amCarson City Sheriff's Office personnel and Public Works Street Operations have been busy this Tuesday morning cleaning up after taggers hit streets signs and walls with gang-related graffiti.
Street Operations for Carson City reports cleaning up at least eight spots on College Parkway along the sound wall between Sherman and Nye. The tagging was documented and stripped with sandblasters, said Justin Tiearney, street supervisor.
Reflections on the Traveling Vietnam Wall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/10/2012 - 8:21pm“If thou be judged, thou shall be judged by the company ye keep”
— Author Unknown
When the Traveling Vietnam Wall came to Carson City, I was a member of the Honor Guard. In no particular order, and if I’m to be judged, then, the following comments are from men and their families whose company I choose to keep!
Tickets going fast for Polar Express Holiday Train on V&T Railroad
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/06/2012 - 4:03pmWeeks away, the 2012 Polar Express train is on the fast track Carson City countdown, with 80 percent of the coach class and nearly 99 percent of the VIP Parlor Car tickets sold. This time last year, 39 percent of tickets had been purchased.
A few reasons to vote NO on CC #1
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/02/2012 - 1:53pmWhat are we voting on? The only design that has some cost estimates is a grandiose wish list with artist’s renderings presented in July 2011 that has been pared down and down… down to what? Vote NO on CC #1.
Cost estimates vary from $28M to $49M (plus financing costs), depending on what’s included. Even with the tax hike, the intent is to raid NNDA, sewer, federal and private funds. Vote NO on CC #1.
The concept dated July 2011 shows a grandiose wish list for a public-private development. Where is the pared down wish list that CC #1 asks us to approve? Vote NO on CC #1.
Halloween Festival At the Carson Mall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/24/2012 - 4:12pmDon Q's Fall Fishing Report For Oct. 10-17
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/10/2012 - 9:34amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Oct. 10-17.
Don Q's Fishing Report for week of Sept. 26 through Oct. 2
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/26/2012 - 9:02amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Sept. 26 through Oct. 2.
Pre-sale tickets now available for Polar Express Holiday Train Rides
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/25/2012 - 4:26pmPre-sale tickets for the popular 2012 Polar Express™ train aboard the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad are now available. Be sure to purchase your tickets now to this officially licensed event, as last year's 7,500 Polar Express sold out before the inaugural ride.
Performance auditions this weekend include Polar Express, 'A Christmas Chaos'
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 09/15/2012 - 6:52amAspiring young actors have two audition opportunities in Carson City and one in South Lake Tahoe beginning this weekend.
Music Club Monday at Brewery Arts Center features Richard Elloyan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/07/2012 - 2:40amThe next Music Club Monday at Brewery Arts Center in Carson City is Sept. 10 and will feature Richard Elloyan, cowboy singer and poet.
Elloyan has recently released his fourth CD “Back In Heaven.” Joining once again with his talented producer, Steven Swinford, they have created yet another compilation of lyrical and visually graphic stories of the modern West. Richard’s love for Nevada, songs of the land, and unrequited love are beautifully arranged and sung in the rich voice we have all come to love.
Changing of the Guard at Carson Now
Submitted by admin on Sat, 09/01/2012 - 1:09pmYesterday was my last official day in charge of Carson Now. Today I am heading off to Silicon Valley and the adventure of being a Knight Fellow at Stanford University.
I'm happy to report that I'm leaving Carson Now in good hands. Actually, two sets of hands, which will mean more news and better service for the people of Carson City.
Don Q's fishing report for the week of August 29
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/29/2012 - 12:50amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of August 29 to Sept. 4.
Don Q's Fishing Report for week of August 16
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/16/2012 - 2:56pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams for Northern California, the Sierra and across Nevada. This report is for the week of August 16.
Guitar Summit Sunday Aug 12 at 2
Submitted by Brewery Arts Center on Fri, 08/10/2012 - 10:39amGuitar Summit – Three Dimensions of Guitar
A Special Event – Sun., Aug. 12, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King St.
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The peaceful adrenaline of Paragliding over Tahoe
Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/03/2012 - 10:47amIs it possible to be thrilled and relaxed at the same time?
I learned the answer to this question hanging beneath the canopy of a paraglider as it soared several hundred feet over the forested ridge that runs along the border between California and Nevada on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe.
The excitement of flying through the air under an oversized parachute was matched only by the peaceful beauty of the blue lake below. It's a vantage point that might have left the great Mark Twain speechless.
I-580 opens to bikes, walkers
Submitted by admin on Sat, 07/28/2012 - 11:48amCrowds flocked to the new I-580 freeway connecting Carson City and Reno this morning to bike, walk or run on the northbound lanes sans cars.
It was a big party on the Galena Creek Bridge, with hundreds stopping to look over the edge and take pictures.
The southbound lanes were opened to cars as well to experience this new roadway before it opens full traffic next month.
Prehistoric Rock Art at Sierra Place
Submitted by Molly Moser on Wed, 07/25/2012 - 5:27pmThe Sierra Place presents an open gallery and lecture on “Storied Landscapes: Prehistoric Rock Art of Nevada” on July 30, at 2:30 P.M.
Rock art is one of Nevada’s most significant pieces of its history. Pictures of these creations that were achieved by ancient hunter foragers will be displayed with many styles, themes, and cultural rock art of Nevada. This event is free and opened to the public.
Sierra Place is located at 1111 West College Pkwy, Carson City, Nev.
The Polar Express train returns to Carson City, tickets on sale now
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 9:57amCarson City is getting a big present this upcoming holiday season with the return of The Polar Express™ train that will roll through the frosty Northern Nevada landscape on 15 different dates throughout November and December.
For the second year, the Virginia & Truckee Railroad is one of the officially licensed Polar Express Train Ride events nationwide this holiday season. This historic 100-year train, complete with decorated passenger cars and Christmas music, leaves the Carson City Eastgate Depot and travels nearly two miles before staging at Santa's mythical North Pole retreat.
Heller Senate Campaign Calls Patriot Majority Attack Ads On Medicare Votes False
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 07/10/2012 - 11:50amCARSON CITY – A television ad campaign sponsored by the pro-Democrat Patriot Majority attacking GOP Sen. Dean Heller on his Medicare votes has expanded to Las Vegas and is again being called false by his campaign.
The ads say Heller voted to “end Medicare,” twice, once while serving in the House from the 2nd Congressional District and once after being appointed to the Senate by Gov. Brian Sandoval in April 2011
CANNED HEAT
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/28/2012 - 10:29pmFriday, June 29
CANNED HEAT
With original members Harvey Mandel, Larry Taylor and Fito De La Parra
Opening act; Bootleggers
Jethro's, Gardenerville, NV – 775-265-2215
8:30PM. $25 advance.
All Ages
Carson City Harley-Davidson and Renegade Productions present Canned Heat in concert on Friday, June 29 at Jethro’s Bar and Grill in Gardnerville on Friday, June 29. Show is at 8:30 and tickets are $25. Opening act, Bootleggers start at 8:30pm. Advance tickets available through jambasetickets.com or at the venue. Hotline for more info: 775-337-8344 or 775-265-2215.
Sheriff's Office releases sex offender notification
Submitted by T. Costa on Wed, 06/13/2012 - 11:37am**PRESS RELEASE AVAILABLE BELOW**
The Carson City Sheriff's Office has released a notification of two registered sex offenders who have moved into the area. James Lawrence Varella and Troy David Heflin Jr. have both been convicted of a sex offense and are required to register with the Carson City Sheriff's Office, which they have complied with.
Please download the press release below for pictures and other information. Those interested can visit www.nvsexoffenders.gov for more information.
GOP Primary Opponents Debate In Fiercely Contested State Senate Nine Race
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 8:09pmCARSON CITY – In the Republican quest to regain control of the state Senate in the 2012 general election, two GOP candidates in a bitter primary traded accusations today in a televised debate.
Whether GOP establishment favorite Mari Nakashima St. Martin or challenger Brent Jones wins the June 12 primary, the fiercely contested primary presents another challenge for Republicans to return to dominance in the state Senate.
Fishing Report through Memorial Day weekend
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/23/2012 - 1:11amMemorial Day weekend will make for near-perfect conditions for fishing in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams now through the holiday weekend.
Grace Christian Academy Completes 2nd Annual Serve-a-thon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/22/2012 - 4:32pmThe students of Grace Christian Academy (GCA) in Minden recently visited various local community service agencies and organizations to volunteer their time as part of the school’s Second Annual Serve-a-thon. GCA dedicates a week each school year to serve agencies and organizations within the area. Local businesses, corporations as well as private donors pledge money donations to the school in the fundraising effort that has the added benefit of developing character within the students.
Outdoors with Don Q: A four-day adventure in Eastern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/16/2012 - 11:18amOn May 9 through May 12, six of us were on a fun-filled, four-day, outdoor adventure way over in Eastern Nevada. The six were: Bob “Slick” and Lynda McCulloch and Elaine and I, all of Carson City, plus Sal and Catali Quilici of Dayton.
We went to the Ely area to fish some of the waters in that part of Nevada because five of us (Sal, Catali, Slick, Elaine and I) are entered in the Ormsby Sportsmen’s Association (OSA) annual fishing contest, and we were hoping to catch any of the following fish:
Rainbow trout or brown trout at Illipah Reservoir,
Rainbow trout or brown trout at Cave Lake,