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Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Macy
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/17/2024 - 2:19pmNevada Humane Society, Carson City branch Pet of the Week is Macy, a 6-year-old gal who has been at our shelter since the end of January. She was surrendered because her owner could no longer have animals.
Family Fun Saturday: Bee Hotel at Nevada State Museum in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/17/2024 - 1:00pmNevada State Museum staff invite all to contribute to a bee hotel this Saturday, April 20 as they celebrate Earth Day in Carson City. Participants are encouraged to contribute to the bee hotel, a nesting place for solitary bee friends, and learn about other ways you can help native pollinators.
RunGood Poker Series returning to the Atlantis
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/17/2024 - 11:51amBack by popular demand, the RunGood Poker Series is returning to Atlantis Casino Resort Spa April 23-28. The six-day series includes a host of guaranteed tournaments and nine ring events, headlined by a $150,000 guaranteed main event.
Carson City family-friendly events for the third week of April
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/16/2024 - 10:39amLooking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around the capital city.
Mark Twain's influence on African Americans and Society featured during festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/14/2024 - 2:18pmMichael Smith, a native Mississippian, received his Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Rust College, Holly Springs, MS. and a Master’s degree from the University of Mississippi in Educational Administration, and Supervision.
Mayoral candidate to speak at Monday's Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/14/2024 - 7:24amThe featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Devan Doan, one of five primary candidates for Mayor of Carson City. Since graduating from UNR in 2014, Devan has made his mark in the renewable energy industry. Early voting for the June 11 primary starts on May 25th and will run through Friday, June 7th. The primary's top two will go on to the November 5th general election.
The Genoa Western Heritage Days Invitational Horse Parade returns Saturday, April 27
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/13/2024 - 11:03amWe are NOT horsing around! The Genoa Western Heritage Days Invitational Horse Parade is going to be amazing.
Grab your spot on Genoa's Main Street and enjoy the fun beginning 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27.
Senior Spotlight: Carson High’s Valeria Vega
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/13/2024 - 10:46amThis time of year is always an ambivalent time for seniors. On the one hand, they’re excited about going to prom and walking across the stage in front of friends and family at graduation. On the other hand, it’s a time to say farewell to childhood and move forward on their own. Senior Valeria Vega Realivazquez, this week’s Senior in the Spotlight, is well aware of this phenomenon.
Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cat of the Week: Max
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/13/2024 - 7:14amThe Whisker Wednesday contest at Catmandu went to this dapper fellow. Meet Max, a long-haired 6-year-old kitty who is always dressed to impress in his handsome black and white tuxedo. He has an adorable white half-moustache and big green eyes. This special guy has a sweet and playful disposition. Everyone falls in love with him and so will you.
Senior Spotlight: Pioneer Academy’s Dolce Perez
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/12/2024 - 11:49amA big challenge for today’s teenage students is balancing going to school and doing well, maintaining a decent job and managing the many social demands of friends and family. Pioneer Academy’s Senior Spotlight and the student of the month for April, Dolce Perez, has spent the last few years perfecting this balancing act to find her ultimate happiness in life.
Literature in the digital age a featured discussion at Mark Twain Festival in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/12/2024 - 10:11amGardnerville journalist and editor Scott Neuffer joins Reno poet Dani Putney to discuss literature in the Digital Age, from Twainian observations on social media to the advent of online literary magazines and new spaces for underrepresented writers.
Tickets on sale for Mark Twain Days’ Bow Tie Ball
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/12/2024 - 7:28amThe second annual Bow Tie Ball will dazzle your senses with live music, dancing, enthralling performances, drinks, bites, and a museum wide scavenger hunt.
Earth Day work day and seed swap April 20 at Carson City Community Garden
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/10/2024 - 2:38pmPlease join us Saturday, April 20 at the Carson City Community Garden for an Earth Day event. We will have a seed/seedling swap table for all who want to participate.
Nevada Humane Society, Carson City’s Pet of the Week: Trico
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 04/10/2024 - 10:55amNevada Humane Society, Carson City branch's pet of the week is Trico, a friendly 1-year-old shepherd mix who came to us as a stray in February.
Family-friendly events in Carson City for the second week of April
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/09/2024 - 11:14amLooking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around the capital city.
Authors featured at book signing Saturday in Carson City at Nevada State Museum
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/09/2024 - 10:16amLove books? Want to meet the people who write them? The Nevada State Museum is hosting a Spring Book Signing Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Dema Guinn Concourse at 600 N. Carson Street in Carson City.
Lyon and Storey community coalition meets Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/08/2024 - 8:37pmSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties’ April breakfast meeting is Thursday, April 11 at 9 a.m. Guest speakers will give presentations on Shriners Hospitals for Children, as well as Medicare.
Explore Orthodox Christianity
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/08/2024 - 8:04pmInformative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is Wednesday, April 10, at 7:30 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street.
Parade applications open for Nevada Day 2024; entries capped at 200
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/08/2024 - 4:24pmThe Nevada Day, Inc. Board of Directors announced online applications are open for the 2024 Nevada Day Parade entries. Go to Nevadaday.com and click on Applications where you will find Parade Entry Forms.
Park Home Ranch Venue Open House Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/08/2024 - 1:50pmJoin us at Park Home Ranch for an exclusive Open House event designed for couples dreaming of a rustic and barn chic wedding. Set against the stunning backdrop of pastoral lands and the majestic Sierra Nevada mountains, our 120+ year old barn venue offers the perfect canvas for your special day.
Solar eclipse video time lapse from Silver Springs photographer
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/08/2024 - 1:09pm
Chapter 7 DAV April meeting in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/08/2024 - 11:30amChapter 7 of Carson City Disabled American Veterans will be holding our monthly meeting at the Carson City Airport on Monday April 15. We will have light refreshments at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin promptly at 6 p.m.
Build2Win workshop to focus on winning qualities of elected officials
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/07/2024 - 6:26amBuild2Win invites the public to attend an April 27 workshop that discusses the "Qualities for an Effective Elected Official."
Northern Nevada film screening to celebrate 50 years after shattering one glass ceiling
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/07/2024 - 6:00amIn 1974, there was a dramatic breakthrough of the so-called stained glass ceiling that gave hope to Christian women everywhere. At a church in Philadelphia, a group of eleven women were ordained to the Episcopal priesthood in violation of the constitution and canons of the Episcopal Church — which at the time stated that only men were eligible for ordination. This story is told in a compelling new documentary The Philadelphia Eleven.
The Nature Conservancy to Host Open House at River Fork Ranch Preserve in Genoa April 13
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/06/2024 - 4:25pmOn Saturday, April 13, The Nature Conservancy in Nevada will be hosting an open house at River Fork Ranch Preserve at 381 Genoa Lane, Minden. The event is free and open to the public.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office Embraces National Autism Awareness Month
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/06/2024 - 3:38pmApril is National Autism Awareness month, and to raise awareness, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is displaying its annual wrapped vehicle with colorful puzzle pieces for the fifth year in a row.
Campagni Auto Group donates $5,000 for WNC Scholarships
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/06/2024 - 3:13pmFor the past eight years, Campagni Auto Group’s Carson City Toyota has been a consistent supporter of local students' pursuit of higher education. This commitment to the community shines through in Campagni Auto Group's ongoing scholarship initiatives, which provide vital financial assistance to deserving students year after year.
Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cat of the Week: Cinza
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/06/2024 - 6:18amCinza, our cat of the week, is still waiting for her forever home. This beautiful and playful kitty is ready to liven up your life and home.
Lyon County Sheriff’s Message of the Week: Pinwheel planting happening today in honor of Child Abuse Prevention
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/05/2024 - 11:55amIt seems like every month has several dedicated causes attached to it. April is national child abuse awareness month, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office recognizes the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse and neglect. Lyon County Human Services, DCFS, Juvenile Probation, the District Attorney’s Office and other groups works diligently, on a daily basis in an attempt to prevent child abuse and neglect.
Carson’s teens find a home at Teen Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/05/2024 - 10:08amWe all know how hard it can be to be a teenager. We’ve all experienced the challenges of being too young and too old at the same time. We’ve been bored or too busy. We felt lonely or overwhelmed. Parents didn’t know what to do with us. That part of growing up never changes.