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Carson City Election Forums will present Candidates, Questions for upcoming election
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 09/20/2018 - 10:26amThe League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada, in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums, American Association of University Women Capital NV Branch, PFLAG Carson Region, Partnership Carson City, and Carson City Arts and Culture Coalition will present a series of election forums on October 8, 9, 15, and 16.
League of Women Voters to host Carson City forums for local and state races, ballot measures
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 09/16/2018 - 8:09amThe League of Women Voters will host a number of election forums during the month of October at the Brewery Arts Performance Hall in Carson City.
League of Women Voters Candidates Forum
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/04/2018 - 9:02amThe League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums, AAUW, and PFLAG is holding a candidates forum on October 16 beginning at 5:30 pm at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City.
Candidates for Congressional District 2, State Senate District 16, and Assembly District 40 will participate. The candidates for Senate District 17 and Assembly District 39 have also been invited. The moderated forum will provide audience members the opportunity to submit questions to the candidates. Info: www.lwvnn.org or lwvnnv@gmail.com.
Carson City events and happenings for Tuesday, Sept. 4
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/04/2018 - 6:38amHello Carson City and welcome to your Tuesday. It is the 4th day of September, 2018. First off we want to express our deepest best wishes and thanks to Danielle Cook, who was Carson Now’s calendar editor for the past four years. Danielle has moved to the Bay Area, leaving us some really big shoes to fill.
AAUW Capital Branch Sept. 4 meeting to focus on student safety
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 08/27/2018 - 3:26pmThe Sept. 4 meeting of American Association of University Women Nevada Capital Branch will feature speakers from Carson City School District. Guest speakers are: Sharon Hallinan, Carson High School Dean of Students, Chelise Crookshanks, Carson Middle Assistant Principal and Ann Cyr, Carson City School District Risk Manager.
Nevada Capital Branch of American Association of University Women to hold Aug. 24 membership event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/10/2018 - 11:14amThe Nevada Capital Branch of American Association of University Women will be kicking off its 2018-19 program year on August 24, 2018 at 4PM. Members and guests will be celebrating 75 years of advocating for equity for women and girls in Carson City and surrounding communities.
Scholarship recipients honored by AAUW Capital Nevada Branch
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/07/2018 - 11:26amCARSON CITY — The American Association of University Women, AAUW Capital Nevada Branch, was pleased to honor 3 high school seniors with a $1,000 scholarship each at its June 2 branch luncheon.
Tahoe Treasures Tour in July hosted by American Association of University Women
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/22/2018 - 12:04pmThe American Association of University Women Tahoe-Nevada affiliate presents its bi-annual Tahoe Treasures Tour of spectacular Incline Village homes, on Saturday, July 14, 2018, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
This self-guided tour showcases four of Incline’s most unique and beautiful properties, including a home and garden with a magically eclectic art collection, a stunning contemporary home with “a river running through it,” the North Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden, which fosters mountain gardening and the extraordinary home of a talented painter, sculptor and print maker.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Feb. 10 - 11
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/09/2018 - 6:08pmYou can probably scratch ‘hitting the slopes’ off this weekend’s list of options, but you can hit the ‘hill’ instead: Prison Hill, to be exact. You’ll find the start and finish line for Ascent Runs’ ‘Love Can Be Cold’ 5 or 10K at the Prison Hill Southern Trailhead. If you’d rather crawl than run, Virginia City’s ‘Devil Made Me Do It’ Saloon Crawl might be for you. Find something special for your special someone at Artsy Fartsy’s annual Champagne and Jewelry Show or at the Valentine’s Craft Fair inside the Carson Mall.
Tickets available now for 19th annual Carson City Feast of Chocolate
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 3:55pmThe 19th annual Carson City Feast of Chocolate is Saturday, Feb. 10. The buffet of chocolate treats is presented by the American Association of University Women, Capital Branch. Proceeds of the event benefit local scholarships and the AAUW Educational Opportunities Fund.
Eyes On Carson City: Candy, cookies, chocolate and gifts
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 02/11/2017 - 8:10pmA few days ahead of Valentine's Day, weekend venues in Carson City helped get residents and visitors in the holiday spirit.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Feb. 11 - 12
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/10/2017 - 6:30pmIf everything goes as planned, the sun will finally make an appearance. That’s good news for those running in the Carson High Safe and Sober 5K or in Ascent Runs’ Love Can Be Cold 5/10K at Prison Hill. If you’d rather avoid the mud, check out the Champagne and Jewelry Show inside the bigger better Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery. Chocolate lovers should head to the Plaza Hotel for the annual AAUW Feast of Chocolate. Keep reading and have a great weekend.
SATURDAY:
AAUW annual Feast of Chocolate at Carson City's Plaza Hotel
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/04/2017 - 3:47pmThe public is invited to attend the 18th annual Feast of Chocolate from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Plaza Hotel and Event Center, 211 E. Ninth Street in Carson City.
The Feast of Chocolate offers a full buffet of delicious chocolate desserts featuring a variety of treats prepared by the award-wining Carson High School Culinary Arts program.
Tuesday, Nov. 1: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 11/01/2016 - 6:07amWhew. One more Halloween/Nevada Day weekend in the bag: now let’s start November off with a bang. Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos at Red’s Old 395 with the Modelo girls or check out the festivities at Western Nevada College that the Latino Outreach and Association of Latin American Students have planned. Travel back in time with the Carson Chamber Singers in Concert featuring Requiem for the Living and music of the Renaissance at the Shepherd of the Sierra Church. The popcorn is always free at the monthly Carson City Classic Cinema Club’s movie viewing.
AAUW NOVEMBER Meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 10:29amDoors open at 5:30 PM for a tour of Adams Hub, 111 W Proctor St., Carson City to begin The Capital Branch of the American Association of University Women's monthly meeting. There is an optional meal for $10,and then a speaking presentation from Kate Marshall, former State Treasure and Elliot Parker, Professor of Economics, U of Nevada, Reno on "Women in the Workforce; Issues of Equity". A short business meeting will follow.
Tuesday, Oct. 18: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 10/18/2016 - 8:23amDear goodness, autumn is beautiful around here. The leaves changing, the snow dusting our mountains, and the air is crisp. Keep a jacket handy, and enjoy a jaunt up Voltaire Canyon. Help celebrate community services as new names get added to the memorial outside the Marv Teixeira Pavilion. The League of Women Voters and Sierra Nevada Forums are almost done with this election, but not before they bring you a discussion about four of our ballot questions: be at the BAC Performance Hall by 6pm to see what they have to say.
TUESDAY:
Wednesday, Oct. 12: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 10/12/2016 - 6:03amHello there, Carson City. Wednesday has arrived and brings several options to help get you over the workweek hump. Geeks Who Drink Trivia at Westside Pour House, an open mic and jam at Firkin and Fox, and Jazz with Judith and Rocky at Living the Good Life all prove to be a good time. The Mayoral and Board of Supervisor candidates take the stage at the Brewery Art Center Performance Hall for another voter’s forum; the ballot question on Gas Tax Indexing will be discussed as well.
Tuesday, Oct. 11: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 10/11/2016 - 7:40amPick your poison, Carson City. Art, music, politics, film, hiking: all are available today. CCAI brings us a Nevada Neighbors talk with one of the artists featured in the Nevada Museum of Art. The Wired Wednesday group has a workshop for filmmakers in time for the upcoming creepy film festival and competition. Local candidates can be found at the BAC Performance Hall in the first of three voters' forums. It's hard to miss the new 'Home Means Nevada' mural on the side of CAL Ranch at Winnie Lane; the opening ceremony for our newest piece of art is at 2 p.m.
Carson City election forums Wednesday and Oct. 18 will present candidates, questions
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/09/2016 - 5:25amThe League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada, in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums, American Association of University Women Capital Branch, and PFLAG Carson Region, will present election forums Wednesday, Oct. 12 and Tuesday, Oct. 18.
League of Women Voters Carson City election forums will present all candidates, questions
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/27/2016 - 12:49pmThe League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada, in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums, American Association of University Women Capital Branch, and PFLAG Carson Region, will present a series of election forums on Oct. 11, 12 and 18.
Candidate forums scheduled in Carson City for October
Submitted by admin on Sun, 07/24/2016 - 12:43amLeague of Women Voters is partnering with AAUW, Sierra Nevada Forums and PFLAG to host a series of candidate forums in October.All forums will take place at 6 p.m. at the Brewery Arts Center. On Tuesd ...
Thursday, March 10: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 03/10/2016 - 2:28amReady to ‘Give where you live’? Nevada’s Big Give online fundraising drive is today, so pick your favorite local non-profit and pledge $10 or more dollars to get them on their way. The WNC Foundation will be throwing a party at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget with drink specials and more if they’re the one you choose. Learn a little about our majestic mountain views at the Douglas County Historical Society’s Second Thursday lecture. Spice up your life with Bachata lessons at El Charro Avita, and dance the night away. Take a gander at the list for all of today’s options.
THURSDAY:
AAUW Capital Branch Membership Brunch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/05/2015 - 12:42pmThe Capital Branch of American Association of University Women will be kicking off their 2015-16 program year with a Brunch on Saturday September 12th from 10AM to noon. They are celebrating over 70 years of advocacy for equity for women and girls in Carson City and surrounding communities.
I Love Carson City's President Day Weekend Summary: Feb. 14-16
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 02/13/2015 - 6:47pmWhere to start? This weekend is chock-full of options. The local 4-H club is hosting their annual Fabric and Rummage Sale at Fuji Park. The Annual Feast of Chocolate, hosted by AAUW, is Saturday afternoon at the Plaza Event Center. The Vagina Monologues and One Billion Rising are both raising awareness this V-Day weekend for women’s issues.
Sixteenth annual Feast of Chocolate fundraiser set for Valentine's Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/30/2015 - 3:27pmThe 16th Annual Feast of Chocolate at the Carson City Plaza Hotel and Event Center will be held, appropriately Valentine's Day, Saturday, Feb. 14 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Tickets can be purchased in advance for $15 at the front desk of the Plaza Hotel or $18 at the door. The event is hosted by the American Association of University Women, which empowers women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. Money raised will go to scholarships.
Miss Representation Screening at WNC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/13/2014 - 12:58pmThe Capital Branch, American Association of University Women (AAUW) is partnering with Western Nevada College (WNC) to present a screening of Miss Representation, an award-winning documentary film showing how gender stereotyping in the media impacts both men and women. The screenings will be held at the Marlette Hall on the Carson City, WNC campus from 2-4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 18 and from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20.
Second Annual Tahoe Treasures Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/10/2014 - 5:27pmThe Second Annual Tahoe Treasures Tour is slated for July 12, 2014. Sponsored by the AAUW (American Association of University Women, Tahoe Nevada Branch), the event will feature some of Incline Village's most elegant, creatively decorated homes, lush and lovely gardens, Asian, western and local art, and inspiring lake views.
AAUW's 15th Annual Feast of Chocolate at Carson City Plaza Hotel
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2014 - 8:00pmCome one, come all to the 15th Annual Feast of Chocolate, a Valentine themed fundraising event offering a buffet of chocolate desserts made by the award winning Carson High Culinary Arts class, local restaurants, bakeries and
candy makers.
• Saturday, February 15, 2014
• 12 noon to 2 PM
• Carson City Plaza Hotel/Conference Center
• 211 E 9th Street, Carson City
• Tickets are $10 in advance, $13 at the door.
• For tickets and more information, contact AAUW Capital Branch at
775-267-4515 or email aauwcapbr@gmail.com.
AAUW Capital Branch kicking off 2013-14 program year with Brunch
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/30/2013 - 11:27amThe Capital Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW) is kicking off the 2013-14 program year with a brunch providing an opportunity for members, prospective members and guests to learn about the exciting programs which will be highlighted over the next 9 months.
The Capital Branch of AAUW Nevada meets in Carson City, the state capital, and serves Carson City, and Douglas and Lyon counties.
Tahoe Treasures Tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/15/2013 - 7:40amTour of nine Incline Village unusual homes, alpine gardens, and private art collections. Tea and tapas will be served at two locations. Raffle and boutique also.
The tour begins at the North Lake Tahoe Demonstration Garden on the campus of Sierra Nevada College on Country Club Drive, Incline Village, NV.
Tickets: $35 before August 1; $40 after. Purchase at The Potlatch of Lake Tahoe (930 Tahoe Blvd, Raley's Shopping Center, Incline Village) or send a check to AAUW Tahoe Nevada, P.O. Box 5465, Incline Village, NV 89450.