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Events around the Carson City area for Monday, June 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 7:59amGood day Carson City. Today is Monday, June 17, 2019. We're off and running into a week filled with activities and a weekend that promises to deliver. The forecast calls for sunny weather and a high near 90, making it another beautiful day around the capital city. Enjoy.
Carson City Parks and Rec offers summer bicycling programs for children, teens and adults
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 3:48pmCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space will offer two bicycle programs this summer, one designed for children and the other for adults and teens.
Muscle Powered hosts Tour of Carson City this Sunday as part of National Bike Month
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 6:19pmMay is National Bike Month, celebrated in communities from coast to coast. Here in Carson City, Muscle Powered hosts several fun and exciting bicycle-themed events throughout the month to satisfy everyone from the first-time cyclist to the long-term veterans.
Muscle Powered Trash Mob cleaned up at East Silver Saddle Ranch on Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/20/2019 - 2:39pmWe met in the large parking area at East Silver Saddle Ranch on Sierra Vista Lane and spread out to clear trash between the Carson River and Sierra Vista Lane. Things have improved a lot since the improvements have been put in by Carson City Public Works and Parks, Recreation, and Open Space but we were still able to find about 360 pounds of trash.
Carson City's Muscle Powered to take on portion of Carson River at next Trash Mob
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/14/2019 - 11:15amMuscle Powered will host its next Trash Mob cleanup in Carson City on Saturday, April 20 at East Silver Saddle Ranch. Volunteers will set out to do cleanup along the river between Sierra Vista Lane and the Carson River.
Carson City's Muscle Powered Trash Mob collects nearly 600 pounds of waste Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/24/2019 - 5:54pmThis Saturday morning 19 intrepid Carson City area "Trash Mobbers" came out in the drizzle to pick up what others left behind. We met at the south end of North Lompa Lane and everyone spread out along the Multi-Use Path to gather nearly 600 pounds of trash from that point south to 5th street.
What's happening around Carson City for Wednesday, March 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/20/2019 - 8:29amHello Carson City, today is Wednesday, March 20, 2019, the first day of Spring and the middle of the work week. Today is Nevada Moves Day where schoolchildren will be walking and riding their bikes to and from school. Motorists may want to be especially careful as there are more kids on the sidewalks and crosswalks than usual.
Motorist Advisory: Carson City schoolchildren to participate Wednesday in Nevada Moves Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/18/2019 - 8:43amSchools in Carson City, Lyon and Douglas counties will participate in Wednesday's statewide Nevada Moves Day, with walking and bicycling events planned for the day.
Carson City, Lyon and Douglas schoolchildren to participate in statewide Nevada Moves Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 2:01pmCARSON CITY — Many Nevada schoolchildren will take part in organized events that promote walking or bicycling to school on Nevada Moves Day, held March 20.
Carson City physical education teachers participate in biking, walking safety training
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 02/07/2019 - 5:47pmOn Monday, Feb. 4, 2019, Carson City physical education teachers opted in to take a comprehensive training class about biking and walking safety.
The Western Nevada Safe Routes to School (WN-SRTS) program, with the help of the Nevada Department of Transportation, conducted a “train the teacher” class for physical education teachers in the following schools:
What's happening around Carson City for Tuesday, Jan. 1, New Year's Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/01/2019 - 9:04amHello Carson City. Welcome to the first day of the year, Jan. 1, 2019. Here's wishing you the happiest, healthiest and best of a new year ahead. Expect sunny skies and cold temperatures today, with a high near 30. Wednesday will warm up a bit to the low 40s.
Special New Years Day Hike: Wild Horse Trail and Centennial Park Loop hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 11:57amRing in 2019 with a nice hike in east Carson City offered through Muscle Powered. Meet at the back of Centennial Park, across from the baseball fields on Heritage Way.
Carson City Re-designated a Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 12/18/2018 - 9:35amThe League of American Bicyclists has re-designated Carson City with a Bronze level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award, joining 464 recognized BFCs and nearly 100 Honorable Mention communities.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/10/2018 - 5:22amHello and welcome to the middle of the work week, Carson City. Today is Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018. It is also International Walk to School Day, so be prepared to see a lot more school children walking with their parents and friends to school along sidewalks and crossing streets. Among other featured events include the launch of "Trailblazing Nevada,” a new museum experience inside Battle Born Hall at the Nevada State Capitol, a fundraiser at Firehouse Subs for a Carson City cancer patient, a GOP open house, a talk about climate change at WNC and more.
Carson City, Douglas and Lyon join students statewide in Wednesday's Walk to School Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/08/2018 - 11:12amCARSON CITY — Many Nevada schoolchildren will take part in organized events to walk or bicycle to school on Wednesday Oct. 10 in recognition of International Walk to School Day. Children not taking part in an organized school event are encouraged to involve their family in safely walking or bicycling to school on Wednesday, Oct. 10 and other days.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Sept. 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/28/2018 - 7:57amHello Carson City, it is Friday, Sept. 28, 2018. Expect a sunny day with some afternoon breezes, and a cool evening. Among events today are a Women's Empowerment Workshop at the capital, Street Vibrations at Battle Born Harley-Davison in Carson City, a Muscle Powered hike, live music and more.
Carson City events, happenings and more for Thursday, Sept. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/27/2018 - 6:56amThe weekend is not only around the corner but the roar of Street Vibrations arrives today, Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, at Battle Born Harley-Davison in Carson City. Among today's other featured events are a Muscle Powered hike, a talk about time management strategy at Rustically Divine and a reading of "Alice in Wonderland" where the Carson City Library is highlighting those celebrated book classics that have been banned at one time or another in history. Read on for more.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Sept. 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/26/2018 - 8:02amGood morning Carson City, it is Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018. We are five days into fall and 89 days away from Christmas. Today the Carson City Soroptimist meet to talk about the McKinney-Vento program, and tonight the Carson City School District will hold a public meeting asking the community to weigh in on the district's strategic plan. Plus there's a candidate meet and greet, art showings, music and more.
Carson City area events and happenings for Tuesday, Sept. 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 7:06amAs we head into our first full week of fall, sunny skies and a cool evening are on tap for this Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2018. Among today's events are a morning walk and evening hike hosted by Muscle Powered, a chamber luncheon that focuses on Nevada Ballot Question 3 and the showing of the film "Westward the Women" by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Sept. 24
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/24/2018 - 7:43amGood morning Carson City. It is Monday, Sept. 24, 2018. Another round of sunshine, warm fall weather ahead to begin the work week. Today’s events features art showings, swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes, a political luncheon and more.
Carson City events, happenings and more for Wednesday, Sept. 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/19/2018 - 7:53amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the middle of the work week. It is Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018. Today brings the beginning of a 5-week mindful meditation series, a fascinating Capital City Arts Initiative Nevada Neighbors talk, a welcome to fall chamber event at Red's Old 395 Grill, a free concert featuring acclaimed folk singer Nate Currin at Sassafras and more.
Happenings and events around Carson City for Tuesday, Sept. 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/18/2018 - 8:15amEnjoy the last few days of summer as fall is around the corner. Today is Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018. Today brings the second and final volunteer training event at the Nevada State Museum, morning and afternoon hikes and walks, a rally at the capital, a fundraiser at Mills Park, plenty of art exhibits and more.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Sept. 17
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/17/2018 - 7:18amGood morning Carson City. It is Monday, Sept. 17, 2018. Today’s events feature volunteer training at the Nevada State Museum, swing dance lessons at Carson Lanes, art exhibits and more.
Things to do around Carson City on Sunday, Sept. 16
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 09/15/2018 - 8:26pmSunday is supposed to be a day for rest, so spend the rest of your weekend making it a fun day.
Things to do around Carson City on Saturday, Sept. 15
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 09/14/2018 - 7:21pmIf the work week flew by for you, then you will want to be sure to catch some of the events occurring in our area before the weekend passes you by. It's already Saturday, Sept. 15, so don't waste any more time.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Sept. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/14/2018 - 3:11amHello Carson City and welcome to the end of the work week. Today is Friday, Sept. 14, 2018. Among the happenings, there’s a bevy of art events including gourd classes that kick off the Silver State Art Festival at Fuji Park, music and comedy venues, a flu presentation, a morning hike and more to round out the the day.
Events and happenings around Carson City on Thursday, Sept. 13
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/13/2018 - 7:22amGood morning Carson City, today is Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018. Hikes, art showings and more are in the lineup today as we inch closer to the weekend.
Carson City events and happenings for Wednesday, Sept. 12
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/12/2018 - 7:44amGood morning Carson City, today is Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018. Art showings, music, classes and a teen pizza party at the Carson City Library are events scheduled for today.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Tuesday, Sept. 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/11/2018 - 6:51amA day of remembrance, heroism that won’t be forgotten, today is Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018. Among Carson City featured events include a presentation by Nevada’s Homeland Security Advisor at the Nevada State Library, a National Day of Service outdoor cleanup at Silver Saddle Ranch and a 9/11 Memorial Service at Mills Park. Read on for other events and activities planned.
Things to do around Carson City on Monday, Sept. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/10/2018 - 12:50amHello and happy Monday, Carson City. Today is Sept. 10, 2018. This morning kicks off the first of four days of volunteer training at the Nevada State Museum, and tonight Carson High School hosts its community-focused Back-to-School Night, “Open House, Open Hearts."