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Poppies to porcupines, eventful Friday awaits at Nevada State Museum
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 05/20/2018 - 9:09amThe Nevada State Museum will be abuzz with activity on Friday, May 25 with behind-the-scenes tours, demonstrations of the historic Carson City Mint coin press, and a collaborative event with the American Legion.
Things to do on Thursday in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 05/03/2018 - 7:27amYou may have noticed a few blue porch lights in your neighborhood; it’s a way to offer support for our local law enforcement officers. Today, those who have lost their lives in the line of duty will be honored at the Law Enforcement Memorial on the Nevada Capitol grounds with a ceremony, presentation of the colors, and taps.
What’s up in Carson City on Wednesday: Denim, diversity, and the wisdom of a Yogi
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 04/25/2018 - 7:19amIt’s Denim Day in Nevada, which is just a way to show support for the survivors of sexual assault and bring awareness to the issue. Your early morning coffee might even come with a specially made heat sleeve in honor of the occasion. The Carson City Library is continually bringing something new to our community. Today, you can get certified to use their laser cutter and engraver in the new Maker Space, or you can get a dose of some international flavor. Their Diversity in Action program features Peruvian and Latin American Folkloric music, and is suitable for all ages.
Thursday around Carson City: Education Nation, nightlife, and a spotlight on business
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 04/12/2018 - 6:12amWell, so much for spring. Stay warm today as the wind whips into town. It’s National Library Week, and the Carson City Library isn’t shirking its duties with the Lego Club, Story time, and a sewing class in its Makerspace all happening today. They have also brought in renown speaker, author, and innovator Milton Chen to lead a panel discussion on education inside of the Brewery Arts Center’s Performance Hall.
Iconic Nevada basket weaver Datsolalee subject of upcoming Carson City lecture
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 2:10pmCARSON CITY — Like other masters of the arts world, the creations of the famous Native American basket maker Datsolalee, are timeless. Ninety-three years after her death in Carson City, Datsolalee is widely regarded as one of the most innovative, important and famous basket makers in the world.
Monday happenings in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 04/09/2018 - 6:08amA new week begins and brings us one day closer to warm weather. Karaoke night at the Fox Brewpub is an all-ages, family-friendly event, but all-day happy hour inside the Fox’ Den is meant just for the adults. Local theatre group, the Proscenium Players, have a few great productions coming these next few months; their monthly meeting is this evening at the Brewery Arts Center and anyone interested in theater or wanting to get involved is welcome to attend. Swing into the night with the High Sierra Swing Dance Club at Carson Lanes.
Bowyer hits bullseye with career spanning six decades
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 02/11/2018 - 10:29amOver his more than 60-year career as a custom bow maker, or bowyer, Tim Meigs, 89, made more than 9,000 custom bows for archers around the world.
He ended his career at the top of his field, but he got off to an inauspicious start.
Galfer USA moves into Northern Nevada
Submitted by admin on Tue, 12/12/2017 - 11:52amGalfer USA, LLC, a maker of performance bike components, purchased a freestanding, 15,666-square-foot industrial flex building in Carson City. Galfer is moving its operations to Northern Nevada from California and purchased the building for $1.4 million. It's located at 4388 N. Carson Street nea ...
Carson City Library brought the community to the observatory for a closer look at the cosmos
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Fri, 12/08/2017 - 7:59pmThe Carson City Library held an event Thursday at the Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College as part of the nationwide NASA@ My Library initiative.
Nature's Bakery to cut back in Carson City
Submitted by admin on Tue, 12/05/2017 - 2:18pmThe organic snack bar maker is eliminating 80 jobs as it reduces its manufacturing operations from three shifts to one starting in February. Affected employees have been notified and will be provided a severance package based on length of service and job placement assistance through Nevada ...
Makerspace coming to Carson City Library
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/31/2017 - 2:50pmThe Carson City Library, the capital’s center for knowledge and discovery is launching a Makerspace in February 2018. The Makerpsace will provide a location in Carson City for makers (people who make things) of all levels to participate in hands on innovation, learning, and creating.
Carson City artist joins 29 others in 23rd annual Artisan Show and Sale
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/30/2017 - 6:20amArt doll maker Christine Shively-Benjamin of Carson City will be among thirty artists from Northern Nevada featured at the 23th annual Reno Artisan Show and Sale Nov. 3 and 4 at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. Admission is free and 20 pieces of original art will be given away.
“Every year we invite some of the best artists in Northern Nevada to exhibit at our show,” says chairperson Julie Sulahria. “It’s always held on the first weekend in November as an opportunity to purchase creative gifts before the holidays.
Statewide art show to celebrate Nevada Day theme
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/05/2017 - 10:33amA tribute to Nevada’s arts and entertainment will kick off this year’s Nevada Day festivities celebrating the same theme. Capital Collage 2017, featuring a variety of arts and artists from across the state, will be 7-11 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada, 1870 Russell Way.
Jewelry maker is Carson City Art Gallery's September Artist of the Month
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 08/26/2017 - 7:42amGail Rogers of Gail's Earthly Creations in Minden will be the featured artist of the month for September at Carson City Art Gallery in downtown Carson City.
Carson City Library selected for national NASA@ My Library STEM programming initiative
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/21/2017 - 3:56pmCarson City Library has been selected through a competitive application process to be part of NASA@ My Library, an initiative to engage public audiences nationwide in informal and lifelong learning with the excitement of NASA exploration and discovery.
Business Spotlight: All-new Hot Spot Smoke Shop specializes in quality
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 06/28/2017 - 9:47pmLegalization of recreational marijuana in Nevada last fall has brought forth new entrepreneurial opportunities in the Silver State since the first of the year.
Carson City is no exception.
A Tribute to a Public Servant
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/06/2017 - 5:11pmDuring the fall of 1983, my friend - a journalist, columnist, editor, hurmorist, speechwriter and political strategist - Chris Schaller introduced me to a man, he cited, as the smartest politician ever. Tom Fettic. And Christy, as you know, had previously worked with some of Nevada's very best.
Upon Christy's untimely death, in Februrary 1984, Tom was "politically bequeathed" to me for his '84 election to the Carson City Board of Supervisors, his '88 re-election, as well as his '94 election to the Nevada Legislature as our State Assemblyman.
Reno Rodeo 100 multi-media project debuts in Carson City Saturday at Governor's Mansion
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/08/2017 - 1:03pmThe Reno Rodeo 100, a multimedia project collecting stories leading up to the 100-year anniversary of the Reno Rodeo, is debuting the first storytelling event this Saturday, May 13 at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City. Tickets are available for the event, which includes short documentary films, audio stories with slides and live storytellers.
Thursday, March 30: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 11:00pmI hope nobody thought Thursdays were boring: this list will prove them quite very wrong. Art Galleries galore, an author meet/greet, and book discussion, karaoke, and Bike Night at Battle Born Harley. I love Carson City for the wonderful diversity in our many varied interests. Our local game shop, Hydra’s Lair, invites you to movie night. If Star Wars III isn’t your style, then” our worst fears have been realized. We must move quickly if the Jedi Order is to survive.”
THURSDAY:
Spring Break 'Middle School Makers Camp' mixes fun with tech learning
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/20/2017 - 2:15pmThe New Entrepreneur Network of the Hop and Mae Adams Foundation, together with the Carson City Library, will kick off the second Middle School Maker Camp during Spring Break, March 21-23, 2017.
Nature's Bakery confirms termination of Stewart-Haas Racing sponsorship
Submitted by editor on Thu, 02/16/2017 - 12:40pmRENO, Nev. — Family-owned Nature's Bakery, maker of leading fig and fruit bars, has confirmed that it has discontinued its relationship with Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR).
Saturday, Dec. 3: Things to do in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/02/2016 - 5:43pmI hope you got your fill of naps last weekend because this weekend is chock full of fun to be had for all. You can Wine Walk until you Holiday Crawl downtown. Take your pick of craft shows in town. Kids won’t want to miss the Santa Train at the State Railroad Museum or one of the two performances of ‘The Peanutcracker’ at the Community Center. Whether you’d like to spend the days indoors or out, there is something for all ages in the Carson City area this weekend.
SATURDAY:
- Nevada Artists Association Art Exhibit at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-6pm)
BAC features artist Kym Maehl in December, reception Saturday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/02/2016 - 3:23pmThe Brewery Arts Center (BAC) is proud to feature works by Carson City potter, jewelry maker and author Kym Maehl, PhD, CRC, CHT throughout the month of December at the Artisan Shop inside the Brewery Arts Center.
Nevada kids explore drones in world’s largest youth-led STEM challenge
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/29/2016 - 9:46amOver the next week, as part of National 4-H Week, youth in Nevada will join over 100,000 youth across the world in leading the ninth annual 4-H National Youth Science Day challenge.
Perfect weather ahead for September's Downtown Carson Wine Walk
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/02/2016 - 6:45pmTime for another wine walk, Carson City, thanks to the Downtown Business Association. Every first Saturday over 30 shops, restaurants, businesses, and organizations stock up on wine and goodies and throw open their doors to the crowds of merry-makers. It's always a great reason to explore downtown. The festivities begin at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3 and you have until 5 p.m. to hit as many stops as possible before the raffle begins.
Trump vs Clinton: Too Much Alike or Polar Opposites? (Sponsored)
Submitted by admin on Mon, 08/29/2016 - 9:41amIn many ways Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton could be considered much alike. Those two would dispute that opinion vigorously. But the American voting public might be interested in the following:
1. Both have low scores with the American public concerning trust and honesty when it comes to many polls.
Tesla: Much Fluff, Taxpayer Risk and Private Profit?
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/24/2016 - 11:27amUnprofitable companies often eventually go out of business. Tesla Motors is very unprofitable.
The electric-car maker scored a big win in 2014 when Gov. Brian Sandoval and Nevada lawmakers passed a $1.3 billion subsidy package to entice Tesla to build in Storey County a huge battery manufacturing facility that’s a key part of its business. The package also forgave sales taxes for 20 years, property and payroll taxes for ten years, and provided discounted electricity rates.
Dave Cook Memorial Scholarship established for Nevada resident, incoming college student
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/18/2016 - 10:22amThe $10,000 four-year Dave Cook Memorial Scholarship has been established by the Elaine P. Wynn and Family Foundation in partnership with the Nevada Public Education Foundation for an incoming freshman pursuing an Education degree at a Nevada System of Higher Education institution beginning in fall 2016.
Carson City fundraiser to help rider's journey to raise horse adoption awareness
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/27/2016 - 1:41pmAn independent and assisted living community in Carson City will host a fundraising event Tuesday to support a Nevada woman's effort to bring awareness and support to wild horse adoption.
The event, dubbed "Along for the Ride" will be done in support of Samantha Szesciorka, who, for the second time since 2013, will ride across Nevada by horseback to advocate for wild horses.
Local dental program helps Carson City vets smile proud
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 03/17/2016 - 2:13pmAs the old saying goes, "when opportunity knocks, answer the door."
Randy Wright, DDS of Advanced Dentistry by Design in Carson City had little idea who or what was knocking on the other side of his door, let alone the impact he would have, when he answered it in late 2015.