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Events around Carson City and Dayton area for Wednesday, Oct. 16
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 6:33pmWhile haze from nearby Sierra fires may linger some, we're looking at another pleasant fall day around the capital city heading into Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019. Events locally include a ribbon cutting and outdoor moving showing at the new Schulz Ranch Park, workshops, a women's safety meeting, a pumpkin patch for kids at Carson Mall, plus art showings and public talks. After hours it will be toasts, cheers and business networking all around at the Dayton Taphouse. Enjoy the day.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Oct. 15
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/14/2019 - 6:04pmHeading into Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, it will be a busy day ahead around the capital city including a Carson City Chamber of Commerce luncheon with Nevada's chief economist, a GOP Women's Club luncheon with Nevada State Senator James Settelmeyer, Sierra Lutheran will host its 7th and 8th Grade Visitation Day, plus a morning walk, evening hike with Muscle Powered, archery at Centennial Park, art night at the library and more. Enjoy the day.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/13/2019 - 5:31pmGoing into Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and a high near 70. The first day of the work week is deadline day to get nominations in for the Carson City Carson City 2019 Mayor's Arts Awards. Events around the capital city include a luncheon with Lt. Governor Kate Marshall, the second of a six-week standup comedy class, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Oct. 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/09/2019 - 7:36pmHeading into Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019 and we're looking at continued sunshine and cool temperatures, with some warming in time for the weekend. Activities ahead around the capital city feature a workshop by Carson City TRIAD to prepare residents for Medicare open enrollment, a Muscle Powered led afternoon hike at Sedge Road, the grand opening of My Place Hotel, modern western square dancing lessons, art showings, library activities and more. Enjoy the day.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 6:38pmBreezy and cool conditions are on the way as we look ahead to Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019. Events lined around the capital city area include art workshops and showings, a "scary makeup" class in time for Halloween at the Carson Nugget, a luncheon with Congressman Mark Amodei hosted by the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, family story time at the Carson City Library, a women's safety meeting, Salsa dancing and more. Enjoy the day.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, Oct. 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/07/2019 - 8:16pmGoing into the second week of October, there's plenty of events around the capital city for this Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019 including a morning walk, evening hike and a bike ride with Muscle Powered. There's also art showings, the grand opening of Carson City's Postal Annex, family movie night at the Carson City Library featuring "Muppets from Space," as well as Big Band jazz music with a fall theme at Living the Good Life and more. Enjoy the day.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Oct. 7
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 6:13pmHeading into Monday, Oct. 7, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and a high near 80. Events around the capital city include a discussion on wild horses, the first of a six-week standup comedy class, art showings, West Coast swing dancing and more. Enjoy the day.
'Saludos Amigos' exhibition featured at Carson City Courthouse Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 5:46pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Saludos Amigos" by artist Justin Favela at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. The exhibition is in the gallery now through Jan. 29, 2020, at the Courthouse, 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The exhibition is free and the public is cordially invited. The second-floor gallery is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Events around Carson City for Monday, Sept. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 6:35pmGoing into the last day of the month, Monday, Sept. 30, 2019 around the Carson City area and it looks to be quite chilly in the morning and then warming up some into the afternoon. Events include a luncheon with Nevada's State Treasurer Zach Conine, an art class and showings, West Coast swing dancing, and more. Enjoy the day.
Capital City Arts Initiative presents ‘Saludos Amigos’
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:23pmCarson City, Nevada — The Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Saludos Amigos", by artist Justin Favela at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. Favela will install his work with community assistance from September 30 – October 4. CCAI will host an opening reception on Friday, October 4, 5-7pm; the artist will give a brief talk about his work at 5:30pm. The exhibition will be in the gallery from October 4, 2019 – January 29, 2020.
Tahoe Symphony Presents Violinist Alex Eisenberg and Rising Star Derek Chien
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 11:53amTOCCATA-Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus opens its concert series at the elegant Genoa Lakes Golf Club Ballroom at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 31st with a special program.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 11
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/10/2019 - 7:55pmHello Carson City, is it getting warm enough yet? That's the question as we head into a forecast high Tuesday in the low 90s, give or take a few degrees. Don't sweat as our good friends at Muscle Powered have morning and evening walks and a bicycle ride happening before and after the heat sets in. Plus there's local talks about history, addiction and wellness; a yoga class for those with arthritis, a family viewing of the classic basketball fantasy movie "Space Jam" at the Carson City Library and a whole lot more. Scroll on and enjoy your day!
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, March 8
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 11:26pmHeading into the home stretch that is Friday, March 8, 2019 we welcome you to the end of the work week. More spring-like weather is ahead, which isn't exactly all sunshine and flowers. Forecasters say they'll be some sun but also a chance for rain and even some snow showers. Stay tuned. Otherwise, read on for what's happening around the Carson City area today.
Carson City's WNC observatory to feature talk on 'Myths and Legends' and 'Future War'
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/05/2019 - 11:50amNorthern Nevada Lecturer Mike Thomas has rescheduled his “Future War” presentation for Saturday, March 9 at Western Nevada College’s Jack C. Davis Observatory in Carson City. Friday will feature a discussion on "Myths and Legends."
Senator Square: For some, Carson High School begins even earlier on Monday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/06/2019 - 6:26amStudents of Carson City School District are back to school Monday, Jan. 7. Sleeping in will become a thing of the past, and the alarm clock snooze button will become the most used and abused item owned by those whose pituitary glands refuse to follow the built-in clock of the body.
Wild Horse Children's Theater's Mary Poppins, Jr. begins Friday at Carson City's BAC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/27/2018 - 11:58am“Let’s Go Fly a Kite!” Wild Horse Children’s Theater presents the Northern Nevada premiere of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s "Mary Poppins, Jr." With unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers and an irresistible story, this magical family-musical is “practically perfect” for the start of the holiday season. "Mary Poppins, Jr." opens on Friday, Nov. 30 for 2 weekends only at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City with two casts of incredibly talented local youth ages 5-18.
Annual Carson City Ghost Walk haunts historic downtown district Saturday
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 10/20/2018 - 3:48pmThe streets and sidewalks of Carson City's historic district were haunted Saturday by the spirits of residents past during the 26th annual Carson City Ghost Walk.
Wild Horse Children's Theater presents Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, Jr.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/14/2018 - 8:54amWhen the song says “Let’s Go Fly a Kite!” Carson City takes it to heart. The Wild Horse Children’s Theater will fill the air with art, song and dance when it presents the Northern Nevada premiere of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s "Mary Poppins, Jr."
Spooky Carson City Ghost Walk with Madame Curry now comes with ghoulish vampire lore
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/10/2018 - 1:20pmGet ready for Carson City’s spookiest historical event of the fall season: the 26th season of the Carson City Ghost Walk, led by Madame Curry.
Though technically Madame Curry is a fictitious historical character, the annual ghost walk is full of interesting information about the historical homes and people around our capital — with a little extra supernatural spook thrown in.
Senator Square: Carson High School welcomes new National Honor Society members
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/30/2018 - 7:07amNational Honor Society President Eleanor Sturm made her opening remarks at the annual NHS induction ceremony Sept. 17 in the CHS Big Gym. Guest Speaker, Greater Nevada Credit Union Vice President Jenny Casselman then addressed the new NHS members and discussed what it means to be a part of such a fantastic organization and the responsibilities of being an NHS member.
Senator Square: Carson High School seniors celebrate their sunrise
Submitted by editor on Sun, 09/02/2018 - 5:07amThe Carson High School senior class of 2019 arose early, not an easy task for a high school student, to celebrate the rising of the sun on this their final year of high school. A tradition that began decades ago at CHS has seniors jumping out of bed still wearing their pajamas, grabbing their blankets, and heading off to the CHS football field to arrive by 6 a.m.
It's Your City: Sierra Nevada Ballet's steam punk spin on a Shakespeare classic
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 2:20pmIn this week's edition of It's Your City host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Ananda Bena-Webber, director of the upcoming production of "A Midsummer Nights Dream: The Ballet" with featured performances at the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, the Pioneer Center in Reno and the Carson City Community Center.
Senator Square: CHS science fiction, fantasy interclass writing competition yields winners
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/25/2018 - 1:32amWhat a blast it is to participate in competitive endeavors and events, whether the competitors be children or world class champions, whether the challenge be a sporting event or a writing competition.
Arts Council hosts reception, artist talk with Reno photographer Tuesday
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 02/19/2018 - 11:36amA free reception and artist talk by Reno photographer Paul Baker Prindle will be held Tuesday, Feb. 20 at the Nevada Arts Council’s OXS Gallery in Carson City.
The reception starts at 5:30 p.m. and the artist talk at 6:15 p.m.
For nearly a decade, Baker Prindle has documented sites from California to New York that look extraordinarily ordinary, downright banal. Yet each of these places and their everyday landscapes has a horrific story to tell. Each photograph is of a location where gay men, lesbians and transgender individuals were murdered.
Reno photographer’s works featured at Carson City's OXS Gallery
Submitted by editor on Tue, 01/23/2018 - 3:54pmCARSON CITY — For nearly a decade, Reno photographer Paul Baker Prindle has documented sites from California to New York that look extraordinarily ordinary, downright banal. Yet each of these places and their everyday landscapes has a horrific story to tell.
Senator Square: Carson High School senior project aims to abolish modern slavery
Submitted by editor on Sat, 12/02/2017 - 4:50pmSenior Projects, a Carson High School graduation requirement, are in full swing, and every year a host of new topics are set into motion by students who take it very seriously, students who take it upon themselves to make a difference in the lives of others. One such senior, Sarah Sever, is motivated to create awareness about a wide-ranging and ever growing atrocity affecting young women in America.
Senator Square: Carson High School Honors Government students rally to help others
Submitted by editor on Sun, 10/15/2017 - 2:25amCHS Honors Government Students, three separate classes, are hosting fundraisers as part of teacher Angila Golik’s U.S. Citizenship unit.
Wish You Were Here: solo exhibition by Susanne Forestieri in the CCAI Courthouse Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/01/2017 - 9:13pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] presents its exhibition, "Wish You Were Here", by artist Susanne Forestieri at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Friday, October 6, 5-7pm. The exhibit will be in the gallery from October 6, 2017 – January 18, 2018.
The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The reception and the exhibition are free and the public is cordially invited. The gallery is open to the public Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.
WNC Math Instructor to Speak about Superheroes at Reno Comic Con
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 9:19amOn weekdays, Daryl Frazetti is a mathematics instructor who helps students learn more about polynomials, equations and graphing in his algebra classes at Western Nevada College.
Steampunk N Trains at Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 06/10/2017 - 4:42pmFashions and steam technology of the Victorian Era collided Saturday with those of science fiction fantasy, creating a steampunk revival on the grounds of the Nevada State Railroad Museum (NSRM) in South Carson City.