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Nevada Supreme Court certifies 2020 General Election results, Joe Biden wins Nevada
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 11/24/2020 - 10:32amOn Tuesday morning during a virtual meeting of the Nevada Supreme Court, the canvass of votes was signed and certified. Joe Biden was officially delegated the winner in Nevada's 2020 General Election for the Office of President.
Carson City Library temporarily closes for statewide COVID pause; continues curbside pickup, virtual programs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/23/2020 - 10:43pmTo ensure the safety and wellbeing of its patrons, the Carson City Library will temporarily close starting Nov. 24, 2020, in response to the Governor’s statewide three-week pause and the elevated COVID-19 concerns especially for persons at risk.
Nevada governor limits gathering sizes, reduces occupancy at certain places as COVID-19 cases climb
Submitted by admin on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 6:26pmGov. Steve Sisolak announced on Sunday that he is lowering occupancy limits and once again reducing the size of allowed gatherings as COVID-19 continues to spread like wildfire across the state, setting records day after day for new reported cases.
Take on other families Dec. 10 in WNC's ‘No-Brainer’ holiday challenge virtual trivia night
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 2:03pmSo, who knows it all? Western Nevada College aims to find out Thursday, Dec. 10 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Virtual Team Trivia Night — a special no-brainer holiday-themed challenge that can be entered from the comfort of your own living room.
Holiday favorite Reno 'TubaChristmas' goes virtual in 2020
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 10:07amReno has been presenting TubaChristmas performances since 1989 and the organizers aren't going to let a little global pandemic stop their fun this year! They invite tuba, euphonium, and baritone horn players of all ages to join virtual Reno TubaChristmas 2020.
Carson City's annual holiday celebration, the Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights, to go virtual
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 1:12pmEven the Grinch is distressed as the Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights becomes another casualty joining all the Carson City signature events cancelled since March 2020 due to the pandemic.
If this hater of everything Christmas is distressed, you can just imagine how sad all those who love this Carson City tradition will be.
The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum the Focus of Upcoming Carson City Rotary Meeting
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 1:08pmThe Stewart Indian School Cultural Center’s Museum Director Bobbi Rahder will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. The meeting takes place online Tuesday, November 24, at 12:30 P.M.
Carson City library director to speak at Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/20/2020 - 1:22amCarson City Library Director Tod Colegrove, PhD, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon. His presentation will provide a virtual tour of the library's facilities, features, courses and programs, with special emphasis upon how the the ongoing pandemic has affected hours and availability.
Holiday movie premiers, turkey drop, craft show and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 11:01pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. A Thanksgiving Turkey Drop for families in need will be held Friday at Max Casino. The holiday movie premieres of “Feliz NaviDAD” and “Once Upon A Main Street” on Saturday will feature different venues in Carson City. Along with a craft show at the Carson Mall and live music, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
Carson City Schools Foundation awards various grants to support students and educators
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/19/2020 - 9:10amThe Carson City School District, on behalf of the Carson City Schools Foundation, is pleased to announce mini and department grant winners for Fall 2020. Each semester, CCSF gives back to educators and students alike. This last semester, the foundation awarded $200 mini-grants as well as up to $2,000 grants for a department, school or grade-level projects.
Carson City Health and Human Services offers COVID-19 Thanksgiving holiday guidance
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/16/2020 - 3:27pmWith an increased risk for COVID-19 transmission, Carson City Health and Human Services is encouraging residents to avoid attending or hosting Thanksgiving gatherings with those outside of your household and utilizing lower risk activities to celebrate the holiday with those outside of your household.
Senator Square: Carson High students compete in organ, tissue donor art competition
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/15/2020 - 7:54amBe a part of bringing hope by voting on contestant art pieces to decide the “Social Media Fave” in the Donor Network West annual art contest. Four Carson High students, Anthony Larry, Connor Lampert, Danielle Van Dusen, and Sarai Jauregui Rivas made the first cut, though all of CHS Graphic Design Instructor Patricia Ababio’s students submitted entries.
Carson City Library Hosts Virtual Program: Makers Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/14/2020 - 11:22amFor elementary school ages, join us virtually via Zoom.
To register, visit https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/6598988
Do you like to make and create? Join us for fun STEAM activities each month! This month learn how to build a rubber band guitar! We'll talk about frequency, pitch, and music as a whole.
Supplies Needed:
At least 4 rubber bands
Glue
Packing tape
Empty tissue box
Scissors
Two large craft sticks
Empty paper towel tube
Registration is required.
Carson City Library Hosts Virtual Program: Family Storytime
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/14/2020 - 11:19amFor PRE-K (children not yet in elementary school) and families, join us virtually via Zoom:
Register by visiting https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/6870121
Join us for weekly themed stories and crafts. Craft instructions and additional resources, including activities for older children who may be at home, will be included.
Carson City Library hosts Virtual Program: Art Night Out
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/14/2020 - 11:16amFor Ages 18+, join us virtually via Zoom.
To register: please visit https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/6870052
Join us once a month to relax through art! Every month we will explore a different technique to use art to help de-stress. For the month of November, create a beautiful glass vase from a recycled glass bottle. The glass bottle will be provided by the library. Pick up your take home kit at the info desk. Supplies are limited; registration is required. Zoom invitations will be sent to registrants on the morning of the event.
Carson Valley Virtual Turkey Trot, open mic night, craft show, live music and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/12/2020 - 9:49pmHeading into the weekend and inching closer to Thanksgiving, there’s a number of activities around the Carson City region. The fourth annual Carson Valley Turkey Trot begins Friday and will be held virtually throughout the month of November. Combined with live music and Open Mic Night at A to Zen, the state capital will be buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Carson City holiday fitness favorite Thanksgiving Turkey Trot to happen as virtual event
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/08/2020 - 12:05pmCarson City Library Hosts Virtual Program: Family Storytime
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/07/2020 - 2:47pmFor PRE-K (children not yet in elementary school) and families:
Register below to receive a Zoom link for this program.
https://carsoncitylibrary.libcal.com/event/6870120
Join us for weekly themed stories and crafts. Craft instructions and additional resources, including activities for older children who may be at home, will be included.
Carson City Library hosts Virtual Program: Girls Who Code
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/07/2020 - 2:42pmJoin us for a new program, Girls Who Code! Gain future job skills, promote STEM interest, foster camaraderie and inspire confidence, all while learning the basics of coding!
Biden declared the winner in Nevada, will become next president of the United States
Submitted by admin on Sat, 11/07/2020 - 12:16pmFormer Vice President Joe Biden will become the 46th president of the United States after notching a projected victory in Pennsylvania Saturday morning that was cemented just a half-hour later by an expected win in Nevada.
Young Democrats of America representative to speak at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/05/2020 - 11:47pmYoung Democrats of Nevada National Committeewoman Nnedi Stephens will be the featured speaker at Monday's virtual Democratic luncheon. She will provide an overview of how the Young Democrats of America is organized and operates at the national, state and local levels, with a view to formation of a Young Dems group in Nevada's capital city.
November Wine Walk, bike tour, craft fair and more highlight weekend events around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/05/2020 - 9:22pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region. The November Gobble Wine Walk kicks off in downtown Carson City followed by a new “Paths and Pedals” bike tour. Sierra Lutheran High School is also hosting a Christmas craft fair on Saturday. Combined with live music and virtual events, there’s plenty of activity happening in the state capital! Read on for more information.
Enrollment for 2021 Nevada health insurance plans now open through Jan. 15, 2021
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/02/2020 - 1:07pmCARSON CITY — On Sunday, Nov. 1, the Silver State Health Insurance Exchange, the state agency that connects Nevadans to budget-appropriate Qualified Health Plans through the online marketplace known as Nevada Health Link, kicked off its eighth Open Enrollment Period and its second year operating as a State Based Exchange.
Senator Square: Music returns to CHS, plus fundraisers generate breast cancer awareness
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/01/2020 - 7:45amThe results are in. Students laughed at them because they had to dress differently, today, but they laughed at the students, too, because they were all dressed the same.
Organizer of progressive evangelical Christians to speak at Monday's Carson City Democratic tele-luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/30/2020 - 12:44amChristina Forrester, Executive Director and Founder of Christian Democrats of America and the Christians Against Hate movement, will be the featured speaker at Monday's virtual Democratic luncheon.
Halloween fun, 'reverse parade' and film festival, competitions highlight Nevada Day weekend around Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 7:42pmHeading into the final weekend of October, Halloween and Nevada Day events will keep revelers busy through Sunday making for a jam packed weekend of fun for families and grownups around the Carson City region.
Carson City teacher, Dayton students, Full Circle Compost, greenUP! among sustainability award winners
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 8:53amLocal non-profit GREENevada announced Thursday the winners of the 2020 Golden Pinecone Sustainability Awards, a prestigious annual event recognizing local individuals and organizations working towards a more sustainable Nevada.
Carson City Library Offers Video Tutorials for Computer and Software Basics
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 5:02pmDid you know that the Carson City Library offers video tutorials to help you learn more about computers and softwares? Join us virtually on Youtube for virtual programs listed below. No registration required! We offer new content every month.
Soroptimist International of Carson City invites 'Women Helping Women' Honoree Sponsorship submissions for recognition event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 11:27amSoroptimist International of Carson City joins with our Partnership Sponsor, Allison MacKenzie, to invite businesses, nonprofits and local agencies to sponsor a woman from their company or from the community as a “Women Helping Women” Honoree in recognition of her dedication to improving the lives of women or girls. Honoree sponsorship submissions are due by December 31, 2020. Honorees will be recognized at our “Celebrating Women Helping Women” event, to be held virtually on February 18, 2021 from 6:30 pm to 8 pm.
Carson City School Board to hear class return report, bond resolution and more Tuesday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/24/2020 - 11:15amThe next Carson City School Board meeting will be held Tuesday, Oct. 27 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Among the items for discussion are a report on return to school measures, a possible bond resolution, activities and summer projects.