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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.
Holiday Bazaar at St. Peter's in Carson City offers crafts, food and festive atmosphere
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 12:51pmSt. Peter's Episcopal Church in downtown Carson City at the corner of Telegraph and Division streets will host its annual Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Items available include hand-crafted notecards, hand-made apparel, accessories, and items for the home. Raggedy Ann dolls and Christmas bears will provide unique gifts.
Nevada retailers projected to hire more than 7,000 workers for holiday season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/21/2019 - 8:33amRetailers in Nevada and nationwide have ramped up hiring campaigns in preparation for the 2019 holiday shopping season. In the Silver State, the Retail Association of Nevada estimates retailers will boost hiring by 7,100 new positions during the October-to-December holiday shopping period.
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!
Every runner sure to experience ‘Success’ at Take it to the Lake half-marathon
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/18/2019 - 4:54pmRegardless a runner’s place or time at the annual Take it to the Lake Half-Marathon Run, everyone inevitably leaves with a taste of success.
‘Collecting Carson City’ part of Saturday’s Mint150 program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/18/2019 - 12:12pmThe Nevada State Museum in Carson City continues it series of Mint150 programs on Saturday with tours of the Mint building, a lecture on collecting Carson City memorabilia and a demonstration of historic Coin Press No. 1.
The Mint150 programs, the third Saturday of each month, are all up to the sesquicentennial of the U.S. Branch Mint in February 2020. The Nevada State Museum is housed in the former U.S. Mint building.
Guided Walks of Genoa at Mormon Station State Historic Park this Fall
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/18/2019 - 8:29amGENOA, Nev. – Mormon Station is located in the heart of the Genoa National Historic District, which encompasses over 25 structures and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Join a park interpreter for a guided walk throughout a portion of the historic district this fall!
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!
Carson City hosts 27th annual October Ghost Walk tours Saturday through downtown
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 12:59pmThe capital city's sometimes spooky and intriguing Victorian era history will come alive theatrically and more this Saturday at the 27th annual day-long Carson City Ghost Walk. Hear about lingering spirits of the past through haunted and paranormal stories, meet larger the life costumed characters and then tour some of those historic homes and businesses that line the downtown area.
Douglas County Historical Society host walking tours Saturday at historic Genoa Cemetery
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/17/2019 - 11:49amHistory comes alive this Saturday, Oct. 19, when docents from the Douglas County Historical Society will lead family friendly walking tours through the Genoa Cemetery.
The Ormsby House is back on the market
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 10/16/2019 - 3:17pmAfter several weeks of discussions, ideas and planning, the prospective buyer of the famous Ormsby House in Carson City has apparently pulled his offer to buy the building, returning it to the market.
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.
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
V&T train rides, pumpkin patch, Scandinavian festival, hikes, fundraisers and more: Carson City region set for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 8:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the final V&T Railway train rides of the 2019 season, the 27th annual Carson City Pumpkin Patch at Seeliger Elementary School, fundraisers around town, coin press demonstrations at the Nevada State Museum, comedy at the Carson Nugget and more!
V&T Railway ends season this weekend with steam, 150th anniversary and Toast of the Canyon trains
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 3:49pmCARSON CITY — V&T Railway will bring its event-filled 2019 season to a close this weekend with a final 150th Anniversary train on Friday, Oct. 11, vintage steam trains on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13 and a Toast of the Canyon spirits train on Saturday, Oct. 12 following the steam train.
Music, outhouses, fundraisers and more: Saturday, Oct. 5 Happenings in Carson City and surrounding areas
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 10/04/2019 - 10:40pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! We're going to have a warm day in the low 70s, so be sure to throw on your t-shirts which may be the last time this fall (barring the typical end of November inexplicable heat wave).
On the docket today we have the 30th annual Outhouse Races in Virginia City, a guitars and ukulele performance at the BAC, fundraisers, and more. Check out below to see what we've got going on for the rest of the weekend:
Saturday, October 5
VC Outhouse races, Relay for Life, golf tournament, Oktoberfest and more: Carson City region in store for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 9:10pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the 30th annual Outhouse Races in Virginia City, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event in Carson City, Fright Night at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, Oktoberfest at the Casino Fandango, the 26th annual 'Making a Difference' Golf Tournament and much more!
5,000 Lahontan cutthroat trout to be placed in Lake Tahoe this weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 1:27pmFor the first time ever, the Lahontan National Fish Hatchery will release 5,000 large Pilot Peak Lahontan cutthroat trout into their home waters at Lake Tahoe this Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
Over three days, the 12 to 14-inch sized trout will be placed in the water, and the public is invited to two of those historic, interpretive stocking events during the Fall Fish Festival at Taylor Creek.
Fort Churchill State Historic Park to celebrate All Hallows’ Eve
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 9:11amSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Enjoy an afternoon of old-fashioned Halloween fun at Fort Churchill State Historic Park. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of activities including harvest games on the museum lawn, a scavenger hunt around the fort ruins to earn treats, hay rides, and pumpkin carving and scarecrow building contests.
Welcome to October: Events and happenings Tuesday around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/30/2019 - 6:37pmHeading into the first day of October 2019, events around the capital city include a morning walk, evening hike and a bike ride with Muscle Powered, a historic talk about Frank Sinatra's gaming license at Lake Tahoe, a "Think Pink" breast cancer awareness event at Red's Old 395 Grill, a showing of the film classic "Charade" at the Brewery Arts Center and more.
Donovan Mill guided history hike featured Oct. 12 at Dayton State Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/30/2019 - 11:36amDAYTON, Nev. — Join park staff for a guided hike from the Rock Point Mill at Dayton State Park to the historic Donovan Mill in Silver City. Advance reservations are required for this hike and are limited to 20 people.
Events around the Carson City area for Sunday, Sept. 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 8:10amGood day Carson City. It is Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019. As we round out the weekend, look for continued cool temperatures, some sunshine during the day and rain later this afternoon turning to snow showers overnight. Lined up for the day is Street Vibrations, a rummage sale to benefit local veterans, Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter game watch at Jimmy G's, An open house at the historic Wungnema House in Mills Park, KNVC's Summer Concert Series featuring Canyon White and more.
Open House at historic Wungnema House in Mills Park featured Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 7:03amStop by the east side of Mills Park today, Sunday, September 29th and visit the historic Wungnema House for the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. There is no admission fee for the open house, and all are welcome.
Dog Shows, Candy Dance, Garage Sales and more: Events and Happenings for Saturday, September 28
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 09/28/2019 - 12:07amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday!
On the docket today we have a dog show at Fuji Park, a Community Garage Sale, the famous Genoa Candy Dance, and much more.
Check below for a full list of activities:
Saturday, September 28
Ormsby House potential buyer discusses vision for Carson City's historic building, plus: a look inside after 19 years
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 11:10amJoe D’Angelo says he has spent the majority his life helping people. After several failed attempts to bring large-scale community projects to different cities in Nevada, he has now set his sights on Carson City to make his “Joshua’s Community” dreams come to life with the purchase of the Ormsby House.
Beatles tribute, Genoa Candy Dance, Street Vibrations, dog show and more: Carson City region set for jam-packed weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/26/2019 - 6:03pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of jam-packed activities over the next three days. Events include the 100th annual Candy Dance in Genoa, the Carson City Community Center Garage Sale, free walks at Nevada State Parks, Virginia City’s Street Vibrations Fall Rally, the 31st annual All-Breed Dog Shows, The Beatles Flashback tribute band concert and much more!
Nevada State Museum lecture Friday in Carson City to tell of historic Army convoy
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/24/2019 - 2:25pmCARSON CITY — This month’s convoy of vintage military vehicles that traveled though Nevada on U.S. Highway 50 was in honor of the 100th anniversary of the first U.S. Army Transcontinental Motor Convoy.
Paiute cutthroat trout reintroduced to high Sierra wilderness native habitat
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 2:04pmCalifornia’s native Paiute cutthroat trout, the rarest trout in North America, swims once again in its high Sierra home waters for the first time in more than 100 years.
Lantern tours, coffee with a ranger featured in October at Fort Churchill State Historic Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 9:33amSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. — Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering a variety of ranger-led programs during the month of October. Programs highlight the area’s rich history and abundant natural resources.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, Sept. 22
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/22/2019 - 7:21amGood day Carson City and welcome to Sunday, Sept. 22. 2019. Activities in the pipeline include a Muscle Powered bike ride, Dayton Valley Days street festival and pet parade, the final Chautauqua of the 2019 Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park festival season, Carson City Chapter of Raider Nation's Game Watch at Jimmy Gs, a history walk at Genoa's Mormon Station State Historic Park, A V&T train ride and more. Enjoy your day.