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An Evening with George Whittell, Jr. Sept. 16 at Gold Hill Hotel Chautauqua
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/11/2014 - 1:35pmEvent Date:
September 16, 2014 - 7:30pm
On Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 7:30 p.m., Mr. Whittell will pay a visit to the Gold Hill Hotel from his summer retreat at the Thunderbird Lodge on Lake Tahoe. He will undoubtedly have some stories that include Bill the Lion, his elephant Mingo, surviving World Wars I and II, and his six custom Duesenberg luxury cars.
Whittell is played by Steve Hale in first person and costume. In the Chautauqua you may be the first to hear about his big plans for his 30,000 acre estate and 27 miles of shoreline on the Lake!
Polar Express 2014 tickets aboard the historic V&T Railroad now on sale
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/21/2014 - 12:22pm
Tickets for the 2014 season of the Polar Express aboard the historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad are now on sale. The perennial holiday favorite all-ages train ride from the frosty Northern Nevada landscape to the North Pole, will run from Nov. 20 to Dec. 22. The hour long V&T diesel train ride includes a keepsake silver bell, hot chocolate and cookies, entertainment and a reading of The Polar Express.
Outdoors with Don Q: Our favorite cabin visitors are mule deer
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/07/2014 - 4:43pm
My son Jim, daughter-in-law, Kathi, Elaine and I are four joint owners of the “Quilici Cabin,” located on a steep, mountain hillside at an elevation of 6,000 feet in the middle of a forest of pine trees, Quaking Aspen trees and brush, between Portola and Davis Lake in Northern California.
Golf Social Geared for Business Women
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/04/2014 - 9:09pmEvery Friday through October 3, business women are invited to participate in a stress-free evening of non-competitive golf at Silver Oak Golf Course and Executive Retreat Center.
All skill levels - from pro to beginner - are invited, as this is about having fun in an environment that has no teams and no competition. Come alone or bring a friend and enjoy nine holes of play and a complimentary glass of wine.
Businesswomen's Golf Social
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October 3, 2014 - 5:30pm Every Friday through October 3, businesswomen are invited to participate in a stress-free evening of non-competitive golf at Silver Oak Golf Course and Executive Retreat Center.
All skill levels - from pro to beginner - are invited as this is about having fun in an environment that has no teams and no competition. Come alone or bring a friend and enjoy nine holes of play and a complimentary glass of wine.
BLM to Retreat Fuels Projects Along Sierra Front
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/16/2014 - 6:17amCARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — The U.S. Bureau of Land Management is gearing up to reduce vegetation that fuels wildfires near residential areas.
St. Mary's Art and Retreat Center in Virginia City Gets Solar Array
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/05/2014 - 1:14pm
From the front, St. Mary’s Art and Retreat Center is the epitome of Virginia City’s Old West heritage. But take a peak around back and you’ll find an energy source that’s anything but old-fashioned.
Reno nonprofit Black Rock Solar just completed construction of a 110-panel ground-mount photovoltaic array at the National Historic Landmark, built in 1875. The 30-kW array will generate enough energy to cover almost all the electricity costs of the former Comstock hospital.
Fundraiser Proceeds Preserves Comstock History
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/10/2014 - 5:41amThe Comstock Foundation for History and Culture raised $15,003 for nine organization within the Comstock Historic District. The Comstock Foundation matched donations up to $1,000 for each organization.
The fundraising event was part of a commemoration of the restoration of the Upper Yellow Jacket hoist and ore chute in Gold Hill, the Foundation’s first substantial preservation project since organizing in June 2013. Work on the Upper Yellow Jacket hoist and ore chute cost roughly $100,000.
The Greens’ Peak-Oil Limits-to-Growth Apocalypse That Wasn’t
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/09/2014 - 8:49amA few years ago, some experts predicted the world was about to reach a peak in global oil and gas production to be followed soon by marked decline. It would cause “war, famine, pestilence and death” – the biblical Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.
Another version: “war, starvation, economic recession, possibly even the extinction of homo sapiens.”
Nevada 150 Celebrates Veterans Day with Statewide Events
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 11/08/2013 - 1:27pmNevada’s Sesquicentennial is celebrating Veterans Day with statewide events Friday through Monday. Nevada residents and visitors are invited to join the celebration and demonstrate patriotism by honoring those who have fought for Nevada and the Country’s freedoms.
Polar Express holiday train aboard V&T Railroad sells-out third straight year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/07/2013 - 11:29am
It’s a proven hot ticket to catch a ride from Carson City to the North Pole. For the third year, The Polar Express train aboard the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad has sold out. More than 16,000 passengers secured tickets on the Christmas season-flavored, children's story-inspired holiday passenger train.
Even with the addition of 18 more trains representing 6,500 seats over last year’s 10,000-plus capacity, a 66 percent increase, the train’s popularity continues to grow, V&T officials note.
Polar Express tickets aboard V&T Railroad going fast, seats on four dates remain
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/31/2013 - 2:50pm
With the holiday season just weeks away, THE POLAR EXPRESS train is cannonballing down the fast track, with nearly all tickets aboard the historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad sold out.
Polar Express Carson City holiday train tickets on sale now
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/13/2013 - 3:19pm
Returning with more rides and seat options for its third season after two consecutive years of sold-out tours, tickets to the Carson City Polar Express aboard the historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad are on sale now for the 2013 holiday season.
With just 30 trains in the U.S. that travel to the North Pole, the Polar Express aboard the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad has captured the hearts, minds and imaginations of children, their parents and grandparents making the train tour into a holiday tradition for Carson City area families.
Fundraiser for St. Mary's Art and Retreat Center October 6
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/10/2013 - 4:11pm
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October 6, 2013 - 2:30pm Virginia City’s St. Mary's Art and Retreat Center, the Gold Hill Hotel, and the Comstock Foundation for History and Culture will be co-hosting an event called “Turn up the Heat – Saving the Boiler at the Arts Center.” The event, held at the Gold Hill Hotel, will include a wine tasting and art auction. All proceeds will assist with the restoration of the 1875 historic building that houses the Center.
Outdoors with Don Q: California's second Free Fishing Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/24/2013 - 2:01am
The second Free Fishing Day in 2013 in California will be Saturday, Sept. 7. The first was way back on Saturday, July 6.
On Sept. 7 you will be able to fish wherever you like without the need for a fishing license. However remember that you will need to abide by the rules and regulations that govern whatever water(s) you will be fishing.
Be sure to obey those rules and regulations, and don’t do something illegal. If you do, and if you get caught, it could be a very expensive experience.
Crimson Moon Intuitive Arts offers Meditation 'Retreat'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/02/2013 - 5:28pm
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April 8, 2013 - 5:30pm Crimson Moon Intuitive Arts
1301 South Carson Street
Carson City, Nevada 89701
INSIDE THE MALL
Enter to win four tickets aboard the Polar Express
Submitted by editor on Thu, 11/08/2012 - 11:10am
“All Aboard!” for your chance to win four tickets for your family (or friends) on the Polar Express Tuesday, Nov. 20. Enter by 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16.
Don Q's fishing report for Sept. 12-19
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 5:52pm
Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Sept. 12-19.
Carson City Leadership Class Now Taking Applications for 2013
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/05/2012 - 2:36pm
Carson City Leadership Institute is one of the premier programs operated by the Carson City Area Chamber of Commerce. The first class graduated in 1989 and the program has been a success ever since. When looking through a roster of graduates, you will see familiar names, many of whom have gone on to public office or taken jobs that keep them in the public eye.
The Polar Express train returns to Carson City, tickets on sale now
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 9:57am
Carson City is getting a big present this upcoming holiday season with the return of The Polar Express™ train that will roll through the frosty Northern Nevada landscape on 15 different dates throughout November and December.
For the second year, the Virginia & Truckee Railroad is one of the officially licensed Polar Express Train Ride events nationwide this holiday season. This historic 100-year train, complete with decorated passenger cars and Christmas music, leaves the Carson City Eastgate Depot and travels nearly two miles before staging at Santa's mythical North Pole retreat.
UNR archeologist leads Virginia City hospital excavation team
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 11:57am
The University of Nevada, Reno, in cooperation with the Nevada State Historic Preservation Office, has sent a team of archaeologists to excavate the site of one of Nevada’s most important early hospitals. St. Mary Louise Hospital in Virginia City opened in 1876 and served the mining community until the early 20th century.
Don Q's Fishing report for week of May 30
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/30/2012 - 1:48am
Here is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This fishing report is for the week of May 30 to June 5, 2012.
Santa Claus at Buckland Station on Dec. 17-18
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/14/2011 - 1:10amSanta Claus will be visiting Buckland Station at Fort Churchill State Historic Park on Dec. 17 and 18.
Everyone is invited to attend and have pictures taken with Santa. Pictures will be taken by local photographer and Fort Churchill Artist in Residence, Richard Massey. Children waiting in line for pictures will be able to make a small Christmas ornament to take home.
WHAT: Christmas photographs with Santa Claus
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, December 17 and 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Carson City's Polar Express holiday train pre-sells 3,000 tickets
Submitted by editor on Tue, 11/01/2011 - 11:30am
The enchanting appeal of The Polar Express™ has spread to Carson City and has families planning ahead for the holiday season. After merely three weeks, 3,000, or 40 percent of Virginia & Truckee Railroad’s Polar Express™ tickets have been sold, with 4,500 tickets remaining.
The Virginia & Truckee Railroad is one of a handful of officially licensed Polar Express Train Ride events nationwide this holiday season, Nov. 25 - Dec. 18.
21st Annual Women's Wellness Week at Tahoe's Granlibakken
Submitted by admin on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 2:24pmAs part of Granlibakken’s commitment to health & wellness, the annual Lake Tahoe Women’s Wellness Weekend – a long standing community event previously coordinated by the Tahoe Forest Hospital - will now be hosted by Granlibakken, Nov. 12-13, 2011. The event fuses Eastern tradition with Western practices to offer a balanced weekend interactive clinics on skin screenings, body/muscle testing; inspirational and informative seminars on health, nutrition, aging; recreational activities along with food and wine.
All aboard the Polar Express in Carson City this holiday season
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/29/2011 - 3:06pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — Carson City’s Old West meets the North Pole this holiday season as the Polar Express™ train will take weekend railway runs across the frosty Northern Nevada landscape Thanksgiving through Dec. 23, according to the Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Ice Cream Social and Raffle
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/14/2011 - 10:30amIce Cream Social and Raffle
Located in the parking lot atShepherd of the Sierra Lutheran ChuchJust up the hill from Best Buy
Ice Cream is FREE!
Raffle Tickets starting at $1, 6 for $5
Raffle Prizes:
Fly Fishing FliesFly Tying LessonsYour Choice Home Brewed BeerGift Card BasketsWine BasketsEtc.
Nevadans Outline Stakes As Legislature Plans New Political Districts
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Sun, 04/03/2011 - 4:00amBy Andrew Doughman / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – The budget is not the only thing legislators are cutting this session.
Far from the budget tug-o-war that snags newspaper headlines, legislators this session must kingmaker carve the boundaries of congressional, senate and assembly districts that will remain for the next ten years, or the next five budget cycles.
Nevadans Outline Stakes As Legislature Plans New Political Districts
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Sun, 04/03/2011 - 4:00amCARSON CITY – The budget is not the only thing legislators are cutting this session.
Far from the budget tug-o-war that snags newspaper headlines, legislators this session must kingmaker carve the boundaries of congressional, senate and assembly districts that will remain for the next ten years, or the next five budget cycles.
Nugget Project: Landlord doubts state agencies will move
Submitted by Kirk Caraway on Wed, 05/12/2010 - 1:21pmAt the Carson Nugget Redevelopment Advisory Committee meeting last night, it was revealed that the developers are negotiating with the Gaming Control Board, Public Utilities Commission and the Department of Health and Human Services about relocating to the planned downtown development.
But the landlord of one of these agencies said it would be highly unlikely that any of them will move anytime soon.
