Friday, June 12: Things to do in Carson City

Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 06/12/2015 - 6:24am

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June 12, 2015 (All day)

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Carson City BMX races Friday night and Sunday mornings.

I Love Carson City

The weather app on my phone says that it’s supposed to be a sunny weekend hitting a high around 91 degrees. That sounds like summer to me! Get out and enjoy our valley and the surrounding towns, there will be plenty of good times. Carson Valley Days has begun in our neighbor to the south, complete with carnival at Lampe Park. Tonight, welcome a new exhibit in the CCAI Gallery at the Courthouse: a reception for the artists of ‘Industrial Arts’ begins at 5 p.m. Meet the Journey of Hope bike riders at Western Nevada College; plenty of activities for everyone.

FRIDAY:

Industrial Art at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)
Annual Rummage Sale for the Dayton Valley Historical Society at the Carson and Colorado Depot at the corner of Hwy 50 East and Main St., Dayton (8am-6pm)
’New Work’ by artist Pasha Rafat at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
CCAI Exhibit: BRIC Art 5 at the BRIC: 108 E. Proctor St. (8am-12pm and 1pm-5pm)
Native American Arts and Crafts Fair at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center in Gardnerville (9am-8pm)
Good Time Auctions at 3579 E Hwy 50, Suite 211 (Preview starts 9am; Auction 6:30pm)
’Pets of the Homeless’ Food Drive at Evergreen Gene’s: 1811 N. Carson (10am-5pm)
Monthly Walkabout with Supervisor Karen Abowd; meet at Community Center Steps (12pm)
105th Annual Carson Valley Days: Carnival (3pm-11pm); Live Music with the Whitehats (5pm-7pm) and Worn Out Welcome (8pm-10pm) at Lampe Park (Free)
Women Only Golf Social at Silver Oak Golf Course (4:30pm-5:30pm; $25 includes 9-holes, instruction, range balls, and more)
Journey of Hope Bike Tour to raise Disability Awareness: Enjoy Games, Live Music, Dancing, Kids Activities and Snacks at Western Nevada College (5pm-8pm; free)
Industrial Art opening reception in the CCAI Gallery in the second floor atrium of the Carson City Courthouse: 885 E Musser St. (5pm-7pm; a short introduction of the exhibition participants at 5:30pm; free)
Magic, the Gathering at Nerdvana: 385 Hot Springs Road, Suite 1 (sign up 5:30pm-6pm; 6pm start)
Carson City Pop Warner Football and Cheer sign-ups at Governor’s Field near the snack bar during the little league end of the year BBQ (6pm-8pm)
Live Music with Tom Miller at La Posada Real: 3205 Retail Dr. (6pm-9pm)
Live Music at Bella Fiore Wines (6pm-9pm)
Live Music at San Marcos Grill
Carson City BMX: Friday Night Lights at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex (Signups 6:30pm-7:30pm; $5)
Mike Thompson Lecture: Pearl Harbor at the Plaza Hotel (doors 6:30pm; 7pm-8:30pm; $5 per person; light refreshments and no host bar)
Paint, Drink, and Be Merry at Comma Coffee (7pm; $28/ $50 for two people)
Sea Breeze Watercolor Painting Fundraiser at the Carson City Senior Center, Joshua Room -East Entrance (7pm-9pm; $35 at the door: includes all supplies, step by step instruction to complete and take home your picture ready to be framed, Hors d'oeuvres, margaritas, and sodas; All proceeds benefit Carson City Senior Center)
Silver State Stars’ presents: Thoroughly Modern Millie, Jr. at the Performing Arts Center at Silver State Charter School: 900 Mallory Way (7pm-8:30pm; $10 at the door)
Proscenium Players Present ‘Caught in the Act: An Evening of One Act Plays’ in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall (7pm; $15)
Wild Horse Children's Theater Presents: Disney's Beauty and the Beast, Jr. at the Bob Boldrick Theater in the Community Center (7pm; $12, $10 seniors/students, $8 kids 12 and younger)

Pick your poison, Carson City. Music and theater abound. Three performances begin their final weekend: Thoroughly Modern Millie, Jr., Beauty and the Beast, Jr., and ‘Caught in the Act: An Evening of One Act Plays.’ You’ll find the Trippin King Snakes at Westside Pour House, Soul Connection plays Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint, and Mo’z Motley Blues Band will be at Living the Good Life. Dancers will enjoy a Country Dance at Carson Lanes, or Swing Night at Yaple’s Ballroom.

Carson High Class of 1995 20th Reunion Meet and Greet at Red's Old 395 (7pm)
Country Dance with DJ Cowboy Bobby at the Eleventh Frame Winners Lounge at Carson Lanes (7pm-11pm; $5; must be 21+)
Swing Dance Night at Yaple’s Ballroom: 315 N. Carson St. (7pm drop-in Jitterbug lesson; 8pm Social Dance; $10 for the whole evening)
Open Mic at A to Zen: 1803 N. Carson St. (7pm)
Live Music with Terri Campillo and Craig Fletcher at Glen Eagles Restaurant (7pm)
Live Music with Hindsight at Casino Fandango (7pm)
Carson Comedy: Derek Richards at Carson Comedy, upstairs in the Carson Nugget (7pm; $15)
Programs on the Porch: Live Music with the Highway 40 Bluegrass Band at Bower’s Mansion in Washoe Valley (7pm; free; bring a blanket or lawn chair)
Live Music: Trey Stone with John Shipley and Danny Barnes at Flight: 2244 Meridian, off Airport in Minden (7:30pm-11:30pm)
Live Music with Soul Connection at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint: 1500 Old Hot Springs Rd. (8pm; no cover)
Live Music with Lady and the Tramps at the Red Dog Saloon, Virginia City (8pm)
Live Music with Mo’z Motley Blues Band at Living the Good Life: 1480 N. Carson St. (8:30pm)
Live Music at the Ranell Carpenter Band at Carson Station (8:30pm)
Live Music with Trippin King Snakes at Westside Pour House (9pm)
Karaoke at Whiskey Tavern (9pm)
DJ and Dancing at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar (10pm)

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Carson High Football to host Senator Youth Football Camp June 17 - 19

Sports - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 5:17pm

By Carson High Football

Join the Senator Youth Football Camp for K-8th graders. $80 covers 3-nights of camp from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., June 17, 18, and 19. Led by the CHS high school coaches and players, children will learn techniques for all positions, play games, and compete.

CHS Wrestling Hosts Annual Golf Tourney at Silver Oak June 15

Sports - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 5:15pm

By CHS Wrestling Team

Carson High School Wrestling invites you to our annual Golf Tournament on June 15th, 2024, at Silver Oak Golf Course in Carson City. This event is crucial for our program's success as it serves as our main fundraiser.

Spring Foals spotted in Mound House, Dayton herds

Outdoors - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 3:43pm

Photos by Gary K Gundlach

Spring is in the air and with it, babies! Several new foals have been spotted among herds in Mound House and Dayton. Photos submitted by Gary K. Gundlach.

Carson City Moose Lodge no. 2709 selects new officers for 2024

Community - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 3:45pm

Michael F. Jensen

In April Carson City Moose Lodge #2709 selected its officers for 2024. Jeff Williams is the new President, Rosemarie Menapace, Vice President, David Wroth, Sgt of Arms, Ron Rehn, Chaplain, Nathan Rakestraw, Treasurer, Allen Gosselin, Secretary.

100 citizen scientist volunteers gather Tahoe water quality data for 24th Snapshot Day

News - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 1:54pm

Keep Tahoe Blue

On a sunny Saturday morning, 100 volunteer participants fanned out across Lake Tahoe’s South Shore to take water quality samples from 34 streams, creeks, ponds, and lakes to monitor the health of the Truckee River watershed and Lake Tahoe as part of the 24th annual Snapshot Day. They were joined by teams doing the same tests simultaneously in other regions of the watershed.

Crash with injuries reported on I-580 entrance from North Carson

News - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 11:54am

Just before noon on Tuesday a crash with injuries was reported on the I-580 on ramp from N. Carson Street.

According to dispatch there are two vehicles involved, one of which was towing a trailer.

Injuries have been reported and the number two lane is blocked.

Traffic cameras show vehicles are moving slowly but are able to get through to Washoe Valley.

Motorists must use caution in the area.

Reminder: Early Release Day Wednesday, May 15 for all schools in Carson City

News - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 11:40am

Carson City School District

Reminder: Wednesday, May 15, will be Minimum / Early Release Days for all schools in the Carson City School District. Educators utilize this time for professional learning while students have the remainder of the day off.

Leadership, Sports Camps coming to WNC this summer

Community - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 10:21am

WNC Press Release

Looking for programs to make your child’s summer more exciting and educational?
Why not enroll your children in Western Nevada College Continuing Education’s iLead and Summer Sports Camps?

Embracing Volunteerism: A Vital Pathway to Senior Well-being in Northern Nevada

News - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 10:17am

Dr. Colleen Lyons

Throughout Northern Nevada, seniors are finding fulfillment and purpose through giving back to their communities. Volunteerism among seniors in Northern Nevada isn't just an act of kindness; it's a pathway to enhanced well-being, social connection, and a legacy of service.

Carson High NJROTC Announces Cadet of the Year, Change of Command, Achievements, and the Retirement of Lt. Cmdr. Meyer

News - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 8:56am

Carson City School District

The Carson High School (CHS) Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) recognized Cadet Chief Petty Officer Vivi Mellow as its “Cadet of the Year” during its annual awards ceremony last Thursday in the Morse Burley Gymnasium at Carson High.

Historic Prison Breakout for FISH: Only four days left to reserve your tickets

Arts and Entertainment - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 - 8:51am

Jessica Walker, Marketing & Events Manager, FISH

FISH will be closing ticket sales for the Historic Prison Breakout to benefit FISH at 4:30 PM on Friday May 17, 2024.

Sierra Nevada Journeys hosts 'Grown-Up Summer Camp' this August

Outdoors - Monday, May 13, 2024 - 8:03pm

Sierra Nevada Journeys

Are you ready for a unique summer camp experience, designed exclusively for adults? Sierra Nevada Journeys has just the thing! This perfect unwinding weekend awaits you, with no responsibilities other than showing up with your friends.

Join us from August 16 - 18, 2024, for a weekend in the mountains, free from all of those responsibilities.

NDOT reminds that political signs not allowed on state highway roadsides

News - Monday, May 13, 2024 - 1:20pm

NDOT press release

With Nevada’s primary elections approaching, the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) reminds community members that political signage is not allowed on state highway property.

Federal regulations and Nevada state law prohibit political and advertising signage on public highway property, including but not limited to political signs, yard sale/event signs, and realtor or business signage.

It is important to know that state road property often extends beyond the roadside, fence line, or sidewalk of interstates, freeways, highways, and urban state roads/streets.

Jazz & Beyond Art Contest application deadline is May 31

Arts and Entertainment - Monday, May 13, 2024 - 1:15pm

By Elinor Bugli

The application deadline for Mile High Band Association’s 2024 Jazz & Beyond Festival art contest is Friday, May 31. Northern Nevada artists, including teachers and students are invited to apply, and participation is free.

Selected entries in the competition will be used to promote the festival, and the winning entry will be featured on the festival’s advertising poster and program cover. Festival T-shirts may also feature the winning design.

Carson City students and teacher honored at Society of Women Engineers event

Community - Monday, May 13, 2024 - 10:11am

By Dan Davis, Carson City School District

The Sierra Nevada section of the Society of Women Engineers recognized several Carson City students and one teacher at the 2024 Night of STEM Star Awards in Reno, Friday, April 26.

The honorees were recognized for displaying remarkable talent and commitment in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). These young scholars not only excelled academically but also engaged in innovative projects and extracurricular activities that have enhanced their learning and impacted their community.

Pine Nuts: If a cicada can take a dirt nap for 13-17 years, and come up singing, why can’t we?

Opinion - Monday, May 13, 2024 - 9:41am

By McAvoy Layne

I usually whistle past the obituaries, but Larry Young caught my eye. He was a scientist who discovered Love Potion Number Nine. Yes, Larry unearthed a chemical that heightens desire, not that the world needs it. A drug that would diminish desire might do the world more good in the long run.

Northern Nevada backyards and gardens: Time is right to hook up the sprinklers

Outdoors - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 2:55pm

By JoAnne Skelly

Today was a very productive day working in the yard. The cold weather kept me in far too long recently. I wanted to be outside. The temperature was perfect with a bright blue sky and little wind.

C-Hill Foundation readies repairs for Carson City hillside landmark, volunteers sought for help

News - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 12:09pm

A local couple's efforts to get the flag on C-Hill in Carson City repaired is well underway, with the president of the C-Hill Foundation working on getting the needed material.

Dayton Pop Warner announces strength and conditioning camp in June

Sports - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 9:53am

Submitted to Carson Now

As the summer sun begins to heat up, so does the excitement at Dayton Pop Warner as local athletes gear up for a two-day strength and conditioning camp.

Hello spring: Bear looking for breakfast lumbers through Carson City yard

Outdoors - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 8:24am

Photography by Edward Howell

Sunday in Carson City brought out a black bear with a shiny brown coat that lumbered through a yard in early morning light, probably looking for breakfast.

Carson City area road report for week of May 13-19

News - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 7:14am

Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 13-19, 2024. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:

Kids to Parks Day Celebration at Mills Park on Saturday, May 18th

Announcements - Saturday, May 11, 2024 - 6:21pm

By: Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department

“Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.” – National Park Trust

Mark Twain Days full festival schedule for this weekend in Carson City, Virginia City

Community - Thursday, May 9, 2024 - 1:09pm

by Kelsey Penrose

The wait is finally over. The second annual Mark Twain Days Festival returns to Carson City and Virginia City this weekend! Enjoy themed train rides, concerts, literature, book sales, kid's stories, and so much more all throughout the capital city and Virginia City.

Let's take a look at the full list of events for the weekend.

The Misfits Theater Group presents Gold Casino or Bar Be Tender in May

Arts and Entertainment - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 9:55am

By Erlinda Ibe Haukohl

The Misfits Theater Group presents its 2024 Spring Production: Gold Casino or Bar Be Tender on the weekends of May 18-19 and May 24, 25 and 26, 2024.

Native Plant Sale May 18 at River View Park in Gardnerville

Community - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 9:56am

Jessica Gardner

UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Douglas County are hosting a Native plant sale on Saturday, May 18 at the River Fork Ranch (The Nature Conservancy) located at 381 Genoa Ln. Minden, NV.

The event is from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Carson City High School Tennis Clinic June 17-20

Sports - Saturday, May 11, 2024 - 3:33pm

By Carson City High School Tennis Teams

CHS Youth Tennis is hosting a clinic June 17, 18, 19, 20 from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM. It's being hosted at the high school at 1111 Saliman Rd. Carson City NV

Please click to expand the flyer for sign up options.

Reflections of Lake Tahoe at Carson City Senior Center Tuesday

Arts and Entertainment - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 9:57am

By Carson city Senior Center

Free History Slide Show: Reflections of Lake Tahoe Tuesday May 14, 1:30pm, at the Carson City Senior Center.

Using extensive research and seldom seen photographs, local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff take a look back at the many people and events that have affected this magnificent Sierra Nevada gem over the years.

From industrial powerhouse of the Comstock Lode to the many efforts to create a Lake Tahoe National Park, the varied tales of “Big Blue’s” history are unique, interesting, and often amusing.

Did you see it? Auroras spotted across Nevada skies thanks to large solar storm

News - Sunday, May 12, 2024 - 10:33am

In an extremely rare display of colors, the aurora borealis was spotted throughout Northern Nevada Friday night as captured by multiple Carson Now readers. Click on each photo to expand.

This spectacular display is caused by a severe solar storm that is expected to continue through the weekend.

Nevada Board of Wildlife Commission Approves 2024 - 2025 Big Game Hunting Tag Quotas

Outdoors - Saturday, May 11, 2024 - 10:14am

Nevada Department of Wildlife

After review of the Nevada Department of Wildlife’s recommendations and consideration by County Advisory Board’s to Manage Wildlife, the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners has approved big game tag quotas for the upcoming 2024-2025 hunting season.

Carson City's Catmandu introduces their Cat of the Week: Cutie Pie

Community - Saturday, May 11, 2024 - 8:05am

Vivian Spiker

Once again our cat of the week is the winner of our Whisker Wednesday contest at Catmandu. Meet Cutie Pie. While she loves to be called Cutie, you can also call her Pie for short.

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