Lifestyle
Downtown Coin Club show brings buyers, sellers and collectors to Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/19/2013 - 1:12pm
Rare coins by the thousands remain on display, for sale or trade today through 4 p.m. at the Carson Nugget at the annual Downtown Coin Club Show. This all-ages coin event brought more than 300 collectors and numismatics to the Nugget on Saturday.
Just whom is Jacks Valley named after?
Submitted by editor on Sun, 05/19/2013 - 11:31amThe origins of the names of many places in Nevada are shrouded in mystery and myth. Jacks Valley, a small valley in northwestern Douglas County, is one of those places. Lying at the base of the Carson Range, the valley is near Clear Creek and Carson City.
It extends several miles south and overlooks Carson Valley. Published sources claim the name “Jacks Valley” is associated with Jack Winter, or Jack Redding, or maybe even jackrabbits.
Search and Rescue Geocache Adventure a Big Success
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 10:08pmOn April 27th approximately 80 entrants competed in the Annual Geocache Adventure to help raise funds for the purchase of improved radio equipment for the unit. Entrants of all ages, using GPS and maps competed in a modern day treasure hunt in various public areas of Carson City.
Participants located tokens that were redeemed for poker hands and prizes at Bully’s after the event.
Special thanks to the following merchants and individuals who contributed to the success of the event:
4 Wheel Parts
Action Garage Doors
Adele’s Restaurant
Benson Feed
Brake and Alignment Plus
Women to Women Nevada with Jennifer Herald
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/17/2013 - 11:08amCarson City Branch Manager and Bank of The West vice president Jennifer Herald is this week's guest on Women to Women with Carol Paz. Herald gives some great advice for succeeding in job interviews and provides insight into the life of a banker.
Women to Women Nevada is televised on Charter Media every Thursday at 7 pm on Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Lake Tahoe) and 15 (in Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton). The locally produced and privately owned program features Northern Nevada women who are making a difference in their communities and in the region.
Summer kickoff party on Sunday at Boys and Girls Club in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/13/2013 - 12:08pmEvent Date:
May 19, 2013 - 11:00am
The Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada will hold a kickoff Carson City summer party on Sunday, May 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The free community barbecue will feature a Bounce house, games and activities, parent membership orientations and discounted memberships.
The Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada is located at 1870 Russell Way in Carson City.
See the flier below.
Women to Women Nevada with Candace Stewart
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/10/2013 - 11:20am
Women to Women Nevada host Carol Paz interviews Candace Stewart, author of "Welcome to Planet Alzheimers" for this week's program.
Candace Stewart of Carson City most recently served as the Program Coordinator for the Dementia Resource Center of Northern Nevada, which was created to support families and caregivers of those with dementia, as well as educate the community on the many different types of dementia.
Carson City Mall Sunburst Beauty Pageant
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/07/2013 - 12:37pm
Event Date:
June 2, 2013 - 1:00pm The Sunburst Beauty Pageant and Baby Contest will be held at the Carson City Mall, June 2, 1 p.m.
NO Talent Needed, NO Interview, Only one outfit needed. Its not too late to make your child’s dreams come true.
Shouldn’t every child have a special day to shine. A day that the whole family will see him/her in the spot light.
Sunburst makes everyone a star, Everyone receives a CROWN and TROPHY.
Pick up a entry form at the Mall NOW! Or visit our web site at www.sunburstbeauty.com
contact number 813-839-8054 sunburst@pageantinfo.com
Women to Women Nevada host Carol Paz has the table turned with interview
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/03/2013 - 9:59am
Women to Women Nevada host Carol Paz has interviewed nearly 100 of Northern Nevada's most influential women. In this episode the roles are switched with PJ Degross doing the interview with Carol so you can get better acquainted the host.
Women to Women Nevada is televised on Charter Media every Thursday at 7 pm on Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Lake Tahoe) and 15 (in Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton). The locally produced and privately owned program features Northern Nevada women who are making a difference in their communities and in the region.
Carson City Historic Preservation Scavenger Hunt now underway
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/01/2013 - 9:12amIn celebration of Historic Preservation Month, the Carson City Historic Resources Commission has launched its fourth annual Historic Preservation Scavenger Hunt beginning today through May 28.
The adult scavenger hunt will consist of 30 historic architectural features, all within in the historic district, and the kids scavenger hunt will consist of 20 historic features within a smaller area.
Completed entries must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 28 to the Planning Division at 108 E Proctor Street. Entries with all correct answers will be entered into a drawing to be held on May 30.
National TV ad comes to Carson City; Mutual of Omaha seeks 'aha moments' from locals
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/29/2013 - 2:12pmCarson City residents will have their shot at fame when the Mutual of Omaha Aha Moment Tour arrives at the May 13-14. The tour features a one-of-a-kind mobile television studio in a 34-foot Airstream trailer designed to capture and share Americans’ aha moments across the country.
Residents can sign up for their spot and view previously recorded aha moments here.
Women to Women Nevada with Katherine Lima
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 04/27/2013 - 9:41am
Women to Women Nevada with Carol Paz welcomes this week's guest, Katherine Lima, a member of the Advisory Board at Carson Valley Medical Center and member of Crystal Angels, a local organization that began in 1997 that helps families and children in need. The membership includes 90 women who meet regularly throughout the year to generate money through raffles in which children and families receive Christmas gifts.
WNC Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Jack C. Davis Observatory
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/26/2013 - 7:23pm
More than a decade ago, a Western Nevada College physics professor’s dream, a desire by college students to learn about astronomy, and the Carson City community's willingness to help make dreams come true, all converged to create the Jack C. Davis Observatory.
Now, WNC and the observatory staff and volunteers have planned a stellar celebration from May 2-15 to commemorate 10 years of science and discovery in Nevada’s capital city.
Native Pollinator Workshop
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/24/2013 - 4:30pm
Event Date:
May 3, 2013 - 9:00am Presented by the Xerces Society, the Pollinator Conservation Planning Short Course will be offered on the Western
Nevada College Fallon Campus. The workshop will be followed by a tour of the National Resources Conservation
Service’s Great Basin Plant Materials Center in Fallon.
Cost is $45. Workshop topics include pollination economics and biology, bee-friendly farming, pollinator habitat and restoration, and more. Participants will learn how to identify and protect nesting sites and how to design habitats for native pollinators.
Kiwanis One Day at Genoa's Mormon Station
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/21/2013 - 12:08pm
Kiwanis’ 240,000 volunteers in 80 countries join together on the third Saturday in April, designated as Kiwanis One Day, a day for each club to perform a volunteer project in their community.
April 20, 2013 a total of 17 members of the Kiwanis Clubs of Carson City, Carson Valley, Lake Tahoe and Sierra Nevada with four Douglas High School Key Club members raked leaves at the Nevada State Park in Genoa, Mormon Station.
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic School students spend day with Carson City leaders
Submitted by editor on Sun, 04/21/2013 - 11:26am
St. Teresa of Avila Catholic School eighth graders Margaret Rich, vice president student council and Alejandro Escobar, council secretary, recently spent a day with the Carson City Board of Supervisors.
Former Carson Mayor Harold Jacobsen was honored and given a presentation and took pictures with the board and the St. Teresa students.
Women to Women with comedian and humorist Kat Simmons
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/19/2013 - 9:15am
Entertaining audiences for more than 25 years, comedian and inspirational humorist Kat Simmons is this week's guest on Women to Women Nevada with Carol Paz.
You may have seen her at The Improvs, Catch A Rising Star, the Comedy Channel, Fox’s Comedy Tonight, or on Candid Camera. She is currently a regular cast member of the national comedy hit, The 3 Blonde Moms. Kat hosts her own cable show called, "Speak Up, With Kat Simmons." She won the eWomen Network's international talent contest in Dallas in 2009.
Carson Chamber Home and Garden Show comes to Carson Mall on Saturday
Submitted by editor on Fri, 04/19/2013 - 8:37amThis is the second year the Carson City Chamber of Commerce has organized a Home & Garden Show to showcase the many businesses that can help homeowners improve their homes and gardens.
This Saturday, April 20th, Greenhouse Garden Center will again take center stage showcasing their expertise and creativeness in creating a unique garden setting that only the professionals at Greenhouse can create. Owner David Ruf and staff will be on hand to conduct informative seminars as well.
Earth Week celebrated at Western Nevada College campuses in Carson City, Fallon
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/15/2013 - 11:28am
Two free lectures by science experts - one about the violent geologic history of Lake Tahoe, another concerning global warming, will highlight the many free activities at Western Nevada College during Earth Week, April 22-27.
Renewable energy exhibits, an organic gardening lecture, alternative fuel vehicles and a tree planting ceremony will also be featured.
“Many diverse and interesting activities will be offered,” said Valerie Andersen, WNC public service librarian and college Earth Week event coordinator. Students, faculty and the public are invited to attend.
Rotary Club of Carson City Announces Winners of Second Annual Beer and Pizza Championships
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/15/2013 - 10:47am
CARSON CITY, NV - For the second year in a row, area residents came out by the hundreds to enjoy an evening of pizza, beer, music and fundraising for a good cause. The second annual Carson City Rotary Club Beer and Pizza Championships was a big success, raising more than $25,000 to assist with a number of community needs.
Women to Women Nevada with emergency response coordinator Christina Conti
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/12/2013 - 1:06pmThis week's guest on Women to Women Nevada is Christina Conti, public health emergency response coordinator for the Washoe County Health District.
Conti discusses achievement, decision-making, and balancing career and family. She also details her work in emergency management, as well as her volunteer coordinating work with the Washoe County Domestic Violence Task Force.
Celebrate Earth Day with Festival of Earthly Treasures and Healing Arts
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/11/2013 - 5:37pmEvent Date:
April 21, 2013 - 10:00am
Come spend the day and celebrate Earth Day with us at our second annual Festival of Earthly Treasures and Healing Arts from 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday, April 21st at the Plaza Event Center in Carson City. We will be featuring rocks, gems, healing arts, free workshops, readings and silent auction.
Raffles prizes will be given away every 20 minutes. Only $5 admission and kids 12 and under are free. All proceeds to benefit Esperanza Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit corporation dedicated to healing Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome in all of us.
'Bald is Beautiful' event raises money for Carson City cancer survivor
Submitted by editor on Sun, 04/07/2013 - 8:57pm
The first thing you notice about 24-year-old Tiffani Barber is her bright smile.
"Oh gosh, she has a very contagious smile," Barber's friend Bethany Deacy said. "She always use to say, 'Always smile because you don't know who's falling in love with it.'"
Mister 880’s Little Press Leaves Lasting Impression; similar one on display at Fourth Ward School
Submitted by editor on Sun, 04/07/2013 - 9:53am
This is a story about history and Hollywood. Art imitating life. Often times when the two met, history took a back seat to hype and drama in order to insure good attendance at the box office. This time however, the story was so good, and so strong, that not even Hollywood could screw this one up. The year was 1950 and the film was titled: “Mister 880.” It was based on ten years in the life of Emerich Juettner, who was also known as Edward Mueller.
Science Workshop: Aviation Careers at the Children's Museum
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/07/2013 - 7:08am
Event Date:
April 13, 2013 (All day) The Children's Museum hosts a Science Workshop: Aviation Careers will taught by Chris Johnson, Operations Supervisor for Minden Airport. There will be paper airplane flying contests too! What design is best for flying furthest, make s the most loop-de-lu’s, or goes up highest? 10am-11am Free with
admission.
The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
813 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV. 89701
(775)884-2226
info@cmnn.org
http://www.cmnn.org/
Chamber Home and Garden Show comes to Carson Mall April 20
Submitted by editor on Sat, 04/06/2013 - 8:13amEvent Date:
April 20, 2013 - 10:00am
For the second year, the Carson City Chamber will be putting on their successful Home and Garden Show at the Carson Mall giving area and regional residents a chance to know local businesses and learn what’s new in home and gardening.
Twenty-five vendors are set to display their goods and services with Costco, Home Depot and Greenhouse Garden Center taking the center stage as they create vignettes to show what can be done to improve home and garden. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Carson City Shade Tree Council to recognize GROW at Arbor Day ceremony
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 04/05/2013 - 5:03pmEvent Date:
April 26, 2013 - 5:30pm
Arbor Day 2013 in Carson City will be on April 26, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Fulstone Park. This year's event will recognize Gardeners Reclaiming Our Waysides (or GROW for short) with its landscaping efforts along the Carson City freeway.
In November 2012 GROW was recognized as Carson City's "Organization of the Year" at the city's Parks and Recreation annual awards ceremony held in partnership with the Foundation for the Betterment of Carson City and the Carson City Historical Society.
Second part of panel discussion with Carson City sheriff airs tonight on Charter Cable
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/04/2013 - 3:06am
The second installment of a two-part "Women to Women with Carol Paz" panel discussion held recently with Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong will air tonight, Thursday, 7 p.m. on Charter Media channels 15 (Carson City, Minden-Gardnerville, Dayton) and Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, South Lake Tahoe and Fallon).
Carson kids gather for two Easter egg hunts
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/31/2013 - 9:10amHundreds of children lined up under sunny skies Saturday at the edge of the lawns of Carson High School, eying thousands of bright-colored plastic eggs scattered over the greens while parents readied cameras and encouragement.
'Women to Women' panel discussion with Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/29/2013 - 11:42amThis week's guest on "Women to Women with Carol Paz" comes in two parts. Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong met before a panel of local women recently and fielded questions related to law enforcement issues in the area.
Readers of all ages kick it into 'Digital OverDrive' Thursday at the Carson City Library
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/28/2013 - 7:07pm
The OverDrive Digital Bookmobile National Tour stopped by the Carson City Library Thursday to provide free eBook/audiobook download services.
For Sunday try Easter Frittata with Hispanic Twist
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/27/2013 - 11:23am
Easter is nearly here, bringing with it signs of spring. One of my favorite things on these special days is to gather my family and friends to share good food, stories and of course, add to the place in my mind that stores so many precious memories.
I find as time passes, these memories and unforgettable moments become even more priceless once a loved one is no longer seated at the table.
WNC Student Vets offer free barbecue today for those who have served
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/27/2013 - 9:26amThe Western Nevada College Student Veterans Club is inviting veterans and their families to a barbeque today, March 27, at the Carson City campus.
The free event, which features traditional barbecue fare, takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the lawn and plaza area outside the Dini Library and Student Center.
Carson City Search and Rescue hosts Geocache Adventure
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 5:36amEvent Date:
April 27, 2013 - 9:00am
Carson City geocachers get ready. Saturday, April 27 is your day. The Geocache Adventure, a second-annual event hosted by the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Unit, will provide a day's worth of searching for participants and $1,000 in prizes.
Registration begins at 9 a.m. with a 10 a.m. start time. The gathering will meet at Bully's Sports Bar and Grill, 3530 N Carson Street. Cost: Kids under 15: $12 Adults: $20 Team of 4 any age: $60
Entry fees:
Fun for all ages at weekend Coin Show
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/25/2013 - 2:12amEvent Date:
May 18, 2013 - 10:00am
The fourth annual Downtown Coin Club Show will take place in the ballroom of the famous Carson Nugget Casino, 507 N. Carson St, Carson City, on Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, 2013. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.
More than 300 take the Polar Plunge at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/24/2013 - 10:56amSome brave souls jumped into the frigid waters of Lake Tahoe Saturday afternoon for the South Lake Tahoe Polar Plunge.
The event is held every year at Zephyr Cove Marina as a fundraiser for Special Olympics Northern Nevada and California.
WNC Observatory offers free Saturday lectures, clinics
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/13/2013 - 7:38amEvent Date:
March 16, 2013 - 6:00pm
Want a front row seat to the universe? Free weekly ‘Star Parties’ take place on most Saturday evenings at the Jack C. Davis Observatory on the Western Nevada College Carson City campus. Guests are encouraged to peer through telescopes at the night sky and visit with observatory volunteers, who are happy to answer questions.
On many evenings, slide lectures are offered by Michael Thomas, on a wide variety of astronomy-related topics. Doors open at 6 p.m., and lectures begin at 6:30 p.m.
Fitness on the Wire: Exercise is a Lifestyle
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/10/2013 - 6:21pm
If you just started a new sport or fitness program, chances are you jumped in without giving your body much thought. Whether you workout with an instructor or alone, you need to consider the effect and result of your exercise movements. Deciding on a safe form of exercise and finding out the advantages of that particular sport can help you to maintain safe levels and still get the best results.
100 Years of Religious Studies for Mormon Youth : A Legacy of Seminary Classes for High School Students
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/09/2013 - 1:06pm
A good education is an important component of any child’s upbringing. Combine good education with religious studies, and you gain life experiences and spiritual foundations that yield benefits for years to come. Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (Mormons) have long since believed in and encouraged its members to seek quality education in both secular and religious areas. Over one hundred years ago, the Church started a seminary program in religious studies for its youth.
Early Beginning
Women to Women Nevada with Doreen Mack
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/07/2013 - 11:32pm
This week's guest on Women to Women Nevada is Doreen Mack of Carson City who discusses with hostess Carol Paz, among other things, downtown Carson City parking issues, creating a historic downtown, some local history and her own interior decorating business, Lofty Expressions.
Mile High Jazz Band presents Breaking the Ice: An Evening of Big Band Jazz and Poetry
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/06/2013 - 4:10pmEvent Date:
March 12, 2013 - 7:30pm
The Mile High Jazz Band with guest vocalists Jakki Ford and June Joplin will be joined by eight poets and readers for Breaking the Ice, a lively evening of big-band jazz music and poetry. The event will be on Tuesday, March 12, 7:30-9:30 p.m., at Comma Coffee, 312 S. Carson Street, across the street from the state legislature building in Carson City. Admission is $5 general and free for age 18 and under.
Science Workshop: Astronomy with telescopes
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/05/2013 - 9:27pm
Event Date:
March 9, 2013 (All day) Science Workshop: Astronomy with telescopes. Instructor: Chris Johnson from the Astronomical Society of Nevada, Douglas chapter.
Come learn how to use a telescope. What can you learn from them? How can I tell what I'm seeing? A great family workshop. Call for reservations today. Space is limited. Free with admission $3child/$5adult/$4seniors
The Children's Museum of Northern Nevada
813 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV. 89701
(775)884-2226
info@cmnn.org
http://www.cmnn.org/
WNC baseball players encourage Carson City students to read their way to home runs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 03/02/2013 - 2:30pm
CARSON CITY — Anytime a child picks up a book and reads it cover to cover, it is the equivalent to hitting a home run.
Emphasizing the importance of reading to more than 100 Seeliger Elementary fourth graders, WNC baseball players Donald Glover, Evan Parker and Carson Now sports editor and play-by-play announcer Chris Graham used the children's book "Home Run" to encourage youngsters to think of reading like playing baseball or softball. Finishing books from front to back should be celebrated because the rewards — learning something new — will last a lifetime.
Women to Women Nevada with Nancy Kochsmeyer
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 02/23/2013 - 9:41amCarol Paz, host of "Women to Women" broadcast Thursday's on Charter Cable interviews Nancy Kochsmeyer, Director of Children's Ministry at The First Presbyterian Church in Carson City. This is a unique interview for Women to Women, proving again the diversity of the program.
Silver Sage 4-H Community Club Benefits Carson City Advocates Against Domestic Violence
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/19/2013 - 8:12am
A culmination of more than two months of community service activity, the members of the Silver Sage 4-H Community Club met with Traci Trenoweth of Carson City Advocates to End Domestic Violence and presented her organization with a car load of donations.
Carson City's First Roller Derby Bout at Pony Express Pavilion
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/16/2013 - 5:45am
Event Date:
February 23, 2013 - 3:30pm Carson City's first roller derby bout is set for Feb. 23, 3:30 p.m. at the Pony Express Pavilion, Mills Park, 1111 East William Street.
The matchup is the Carson Victory Rollers vs. Reno Roller Girls. The cost is $10 at the door or email stillettosucks1109@gmail.com for $7 pre-sale tickets!
After party and bout awards party, featuring Los Pistoleros, will be at The Venue, 1500 Old Hot Springs Road beginning at 7:30pm. $10 cover or $5 presale or with stamp from bout!! Also for after party tickets email stillettosucks1109@gmail.com.
Women to Women interview with Dr. Farnaz Khankhanian
Submitted by editor on Fri, 02/15/2013 - 7:45amCarol Paz, host of "Women to Women" broadcast Thursday's on Charter Cable interviews Dr. Farnaz Khankhanian, Optometrist at Eagle Vision in Carson City.
Carson City Friends of Library kicks off new location, weekend sale with ribbon cutting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/11/2013 - 11:26amFriends of the Library book lovers will now have a larger place to buy books and the Carson City Chamber of Commerce plans to launch the opening with a ribbon cutting.
Bibliography: Lives of early Nevada Comstock writers archived by the volumes
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/10/2013 - 8:10am
This is the last installment of “The Sagebrushers.” This series was written to profile the lives and careers and credit some of Nevada’s early newspapermen. The men named in this story were some of the more prominent Sagebrushers. There were many others, but space here did not allow us to name those who also deserved recognition.
February beer crawl in Carson City set for Feb. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 02/07/2013 - 8:47amEvent Date:
February 16, 2013 - 11:00am
The next installment of the Carson City Beer Crawl is set for Feb. 16. Tickets are $10. Participants will receive a wrist band, map and glass to use for $1 refills of 6 ounce samples at multiple downtown Carson City locations.
If you like beer and enjoy good Carson City company, you can pick up your beer glasses beginning at 11am the day of the event at High Sierra Brewing Co. If you have your glass from the previous event, it's only $5.
The Beer Crawl starts at High Sierra Brewing Co., 302 N Carson St. on the corner of Proctor and Main street.
More Nevada lawmakers wearing beards, goatees
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/07/2013 - 8:10amIn an era when showing off your tattoos is the rage, some Nevada legislators have gone in a different, and decidedly old-fashioned, direction.
They have returned to the days when Mark Twain covered the Legislature for Virginia City's Territorial Enterprise and are sporting beards or long Wyatt Earp-style mustaches.
