Carson City NV
Kittens, stars, and more: Events and Happenings for Saturday, Nov. 9 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/08/2019 - 6:41pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! Today we have kitten adoptions, Capitol tours, a star party, and more. Check out the full list below to learn what's going on in Carson City for this weekend!
Ceremonies, holiday craft fairs and more: Carson City region set for Veterans Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 7:55pmHeading into the Veterans Day weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next four days. Events include live comedy, art and heater, multiple holiday craft fairs around Carson City and Carson Valley as well as several Veterans Day ceremonies and offers of gratitude to vets and active duty members of the U.S. military on Monday. Read on for details.
Carson City's Proscenium Players Inc., take on legendary 'War of the Worlds' radio play
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 11:12amThis production is an homage to the iconic radio teleplay, "War of the Worlds." On Oct. 30, 1938, audiences across the nation tuned-in to hear the incredible account of a Martian crash-landing on earth, prompting news stories of widespread panic. Re-live the horror of the original alien invasion story, just as Orson Welles and his Mercury Theater Company had imagined it!
Carson City's Proscenium Players to hold auditions for female version of 'The Odd Couple'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 4:46pmUnger and Madison are at it again! Florence Unger and Olive Madison, that is, in Neil Simon's hilarious contemporary comic classic: the female version of The Odd Couple.
23 to graduate Nevada Peace Officer Standards and Training at Carson City ceremony
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/06/2019 - 3:17pmThe Nevada Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is pleased to announce twenty-three graduates, from fifteen NV agencies, will accept their peace officers’ oath as POST Academy Class 2019-02.
Carson City Navy League to celebrate Veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 12:57pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November meeting. We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker for the Special Veteran’s Day celebration will be Captain Evan Morrison, Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Fallon.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, Nov. 5
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 6:24pmSettling into the week as we head into Tuesday, Nov. 5, activities around the capital city include a morning walk and evening hike with Muscle Powered, a Salvation Army holiday job fair, plus a grant workshop through the Nevada Arts Council, an evening showing of the 1951 film "An American in Paris" hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, pole fitness and swing dance lessons at Yaple's Ballroom and more.
Music, Football, Art and more: Events for Sunday, Nov. 3
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 8:32pmGood morning Carson City! We’ve got lots of great events today so let’s dive right in:
Sunday, November 3
— Muscle Powered Sunday bike ride. 9 a.m. Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd, Carson City, NV 89701, in the south parking lot, next to the Linear Ditch Trail. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City!
Day of the Dead, pie baking contests, comedy and more: Events for Saturday, Nov. 2
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 8:34amGood morning Carson City and happy November! It’s going to be a beautiful day with a high of 65 and a chilly low of 33. We’ve got a ton of wonderful events this morning in the capital city, so let’s get into it!
Saturday, November 2
Dementia Conversations: An Education Program in Carson City Presented by Alzheimer's Association
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 8:58pmWhen someone shows signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Often, conversations with family about changing behaviors can be challenging and uncomfortable. This program offers tips on how to have honest and caring conversations to address some of the most common issues.
Evening with Divas, ghost investigations, Dia de los Muertos and more: Carson City area ramps up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 8:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the second annual Evening with Divas in Carson City, a Día de Muertos celebration at the Nevada State Museum, Nevada Artists Association’s 40th anniversary celebration, paranormal ghost investigations in Virginia City, a pie baking contest in Gardnerville and much more!
Public comment open for Carson City marijuana grow operation groundwater permit
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 1:12pmThe Nevada Division of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Water Pollution Control has entered the public notice period for the issuance of an individual Nevada State groundwater discharge permit for High Sierra Cultivation, a marijuana grow operation in Carson City.
The public comment period will end Nov. 18, 2019.
Carson Catalina Apartments annual haunted house open to public at no charge
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 6:35pmCarson Catalina Apartments in Carson City announced Tuesday that its 5th Annual Haunted House will be free and open to the public this year. The Haunted House has become a complex event that incorporates animatronics, live actors, mazes, and much more. The staff begin building the haunted house about 2 months before opening day, Halloween.
Your Political Leaders Al Kramer, Ken Furlong and Kristin Luis discuss their involvement with local politics
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/29/2019 - 9:43amState Assemblyman Al Kramer, Sheriff Ken Furlong and Justice of the Peace Kristin Luis will meet with the Carson City Republicans at the next general meeting on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. Our political leaders will discuss their involvement with politics and how they are working with the community they serve. Our panel discussion will cover topics from them running for office, insights about their campaigns and how they are making an impact for our community.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, Oct. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 6:48amGood day Carson City, we hope you are enjoying your Nevada Day weekend. It is Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019. Events around the capital city area include a post Nevada Day Trash Mob cleanup, a morning bike ride, Pow Wow activities at the MAC, the RSVP carnival at Mills Park as well as as tours of the Wungnema House, also in the park, Thomas the Train activities Virginia City and more. It will be a much cooler day weather wise, so dress warm. Enjoy.
October Open House at the Wungnema House in Mills Park featured Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 4:45amLooking for something a bit different to close out your Nevada Day Weekend? Stop by the east side of Mills Park on Sunday, September 29th to visit the historic Wungnema House during the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house.
Parade and carnival, Pow Wow, pancakes and more: Carson City set for Nevada Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 6:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region Friday through Sunday to celebrate Nevada Day. Activities include the annual parade down Carson Street, a carnival at Mills Park, the 30th annual Nevada Day Classic, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, beard and rock drilling contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit kids and adults of all ages.
Nevada to unveil license plate commemorating 100th anniversary of Women's Suffrage
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 2:45pmJoin the Nevada Commission for Women for the Unveiling of the specialty license plate commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Women's Suffrage in the United States. The event is on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, 11 a.m. at the Nevada State Library Atrium Lobby, 100 N. Stewart St., Carson City.
Nevada Day 2019: Activities lineup, start times and more featured around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 1:26pmThe Silver State celebrates its birthday this week in Carson City and will put on a statehood celebration like no other as Nevada Day comes into full swing, featuring the annual parade down Carson Street on Saturday, a carnival at Mills Park, The La Ka Lel Be Pow Wow at the MAC, activities for adults and kids, contests, delicious food dishes, pancakes, chili and plenty of beverages to suit every wild hair.
Area Veterans Invited to Attend to Veterans Day Assembly at Sierra Lutheran High School on November 6
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 7:59amCARSON CITY — Sierra Lutheran is inviting area veterans to attend a special Veterans Day assembly at the school on Wednesday, November 6, in the Norm Brauer Gymnasium from 9:30 - 10:00 a.m., as part of its annual “Remembering And Honoring Our Heroes.”
Events around the Carson City area for Sunday, Oct. 20
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/20/2019 - 7:20amSunday will bring cool temperatures and some sunshine with daytime highs in the mid 60s around the capital city region. Lined up today are fall train rides in Carson City and Virginia City, a women veteran's support group meeting, and a a discussion with survivors, family and doctors about metastatic breast cancer. Also today, the Carson City Symphony will open its 36th season at the community center. Enjoy.
Pancakes, Art, Golf and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 12:26amGood morning Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events this Saturday, so check below for a list of delightful fall activities!
Family train rides in Carson City, Virginia City plus ghost walk, art fair and lots of pumpkins as region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 6:57pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!
Proscenium Players Inc. Presents: 'War of the Worlds' at Carson City's Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 10:52amThe Proscenium Players Inc. are performing War of the Worlds in the Brewery Art Center’s Black Box Theatre on Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23. The shows starts at 7 p.m. and doors open at 6:30 p.m.
On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles directed and narrated a radio drama adaptation of H.G. Wells’s novel War of the Worlds. Audiences tuned-in to hear the stories of Martians crash-landing on earth, not knowing it was only a play, and prompted news stories of widespread panic over a nonexistent alien invasion.
Halloween, Nevada Day and more: All the information you need for Carson City during the next spooky weeks
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/16/2019 - 1:30pmIt's that spooky time again, when the leaves begin to fall, Nevada Day is gearing up to bring us the best parade in the state, and our little ghouls and goblins are putting together their terrifying and adorable costumes in preparation for sugary chaos.
Here is all the information you'll need to know during the next few weeks regarding Halloween, Nevada Day, and more.
Muscle Powered Sunday Bike Ride, October 20
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/14/2019 - 3:59pmCome join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City! Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building. A schedule of all upcoming activities and events can be found at www.musclepowered.org/calendar.
Train rides, moonlit hikes, flea markets and more: Events and Happenings for Sunday, Oct. 13
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:49pmGood morning Carson City and happy Sunday! If you haven’t had a chance to ride the V&T Train, today is the last day of the season! In addition we’ve got a great list of events for the region, so check below to plan your day!
Nevada JobConnect, Carson City Nugget hosting Fall Job Fairs October 29
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 11:07amThe Carson City Office of Nevada JobConnect is hosting the Carson City Fall Job Fair on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition, the Carson City Nugget will be hosting a Job Fair on the same day, October 29, beginning at 2 p.m.
Positions include both experienced and entry-level positions for employers in manufacturing, security, construction, and other industries. See below for all of the offerings from the Nugget.
Pumpkin Patch, last chance for V&T Train Rides and more: Events for Saturday, Oct. 12
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 7:04amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to be another beautiful fall day today and to celebrate it, you can choose from the long list events we have going on today and Sunday in the region!
Check below for the full list.
Saturday, October 12
Concert by World Renown Concert Violinist
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/11/2019 - 3:26pmWorld renown Violinist Jaime Jorge, will be giving a concert to benefit a local food pantry. Jaime has traveled over 6 million air miles and has played on 6 continents and in over 80 countries. He has recorded and released 17 albums.
Jaime is coming to Carson City to share his gift of music by giving a free concert. Sunday, November 3, 2019 4 PM
405 College Parkway, Carson City, NV 89706
Soup, salad and bread dinner to follow for a nominal investment
Funds raised will help The Carson City SDA Church Food Pantry provide food and personal needs items to the local community.