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From aviation to cybersecurity and EMT training, WNC spring semester course signups underway

Don’t miss the upcoming spring semester at Western Nevada College. The college has something for everyone, whether you’re looking for a class “just for fun” or looking to spark an interest to pursue something new.

Carson City Classic Cinema Club to feature first film of 2021 'Mogambo' this Tuesday at BAC

Event Date: 
January 5, 2021 - 5:30pm

With a recent sanitation fogger obtained by the Brewery Arts Center, the Carson City Cinema Club will show its first film of the year, the1953 classic “Mogambo” this Tuesday, Jan. 5 at the BAC Performance Hall, 511 West King Street.

Carson City's BAC hosts special theater screening of locally filmed 'Once upon a Main Street' Saturday

Event Date: 
December 5, 2020 - 4:00pm

The Brewery Arts Center received special permission to screen “Once upon a Main Street”, the new Lifetime movie shot at the Brewery Arts Center along with several locations in Carson City and Carson Valley.

Amber Alert for missing children canceled, children safe, father detained after truck found in Sparks

UPDATE: The children have been located and are safe. The father has been detained after the truck was located in Sparks. The Amber Alert has been canceled, according to the Storey County Sheriff's Office.

Carson City's very own Santa Claus featured in People Magazine along with stars of upcoming 'Once Upon a Main Street'

Carson City's very own local Santa Claus is currently featured in People Magazine's story about the new Lifetime Holiday Movie, "Once Upon a Main Street" which was filmed in part in Carson City.

'MaskurAid Ball' to raise money for The Greenhouse Project with dinner, raffles, and more

The Greenhouse Project is proud to announce the first MaskurAid Ball, taking place Jan. 4, 2021 in an event where masks are mandatory and costumes are optional.

Taking place at The Governor’s Mansion Nevada Room, the event will observe all social distancing and restricted capacity guidelines.Doors open at 5 p.m., a prize will be awarded for the Best Decorated Mask.

Halloween fun, 'reverse parade' and film festival, competitions highlight Nevada Day weekend around Carson City

Heading into the final weekend of October, Halloween and Nevada Day events will keep revelers busy through Sunday making for a jam packed weekend of fun for families and grownups around the Carson City region.

Nevada's statehood celebrated at WNC in Carson City with film festival and 'reverse parade'

Event Date: 
October 30, 2020 (All day)
October 31, 2020 (All day)

Celebrate Nevada’s most cherished time of the year in the safety of your own vehicle at Western Nevada College on Oct. 30 and 31. For many there will be a major void in their social calendars to fill on Nevada Day without the annual parade to attend.

Carson City Toyota presents 'Made in Nevada' Film Festival with BAC as part of statehood celebration

Event Date: 
October 30, 2020 - 6:15pm
October 31, 2020 - 6:15pm

The Brewery Arts Center has teamed up with Carson City Toyota, Western Nevada College, and the Carson City Classic Cinema Club to present the inaugural “Made in Nevada” Film Festival, double feature drive-in movies on Oct. 30 and 31, 2020 at the Western Nevada College campus.

Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents Gaslight (1944) for movie night

Event Date: 
October 6, 2020 - 6:00pm

Years after her aunt was murdered in her home, a young woman moves back into the house with her new husband. However, he has a secret that he will do anything to protect, even if it means driving his wife insane.

Spirits Abound in Virginia City this October with multiple spooky events

The historic mining town of Virginia City is regarded as one of America’s most haunted cities. This October 31 and throughout the month, uncover spooky tales and festive family adventures for all ages – all aligned to accommodate current restrictions and guidelines – during “Hauntober.”

Senator Square: Carson coach honored, mascot highlighted and Senior Sunrise ahead

It is wonderful to be back in school, to again see the smiling faces of young people walking throughout the building, going from class to class with excitement and anticipation, gently pushing at their friends to move along, so no one ends up being late to class.

Open studio tour, drive-in movie, dancing and more highlight weekend activities in Carson City region

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The 2020 Jazz & Beyond Music and Art Festival will include the second annual Carson City Open Studios Tour with multiple locations. Hosted by the Carson City Classic Cinema Club, the Brewery Arts Center is holding a drive-in movie showing of the 1950s classic “Shane” on Saturday. Combined with live music and plenty of dancing, it will be a weekend for all to enjoy! Read on for more information.

Mystery returns to Comstock with 'Murder at the Gin Joint' at Virginia City's Piper’s Opera House

Event Date: 
August 7, 2020 (All day)
August 8, 2020 (All day)
August 9, 2020 (All day)

Historic Piper’s Opera House in Virginia City, Nevada, is opening its doors once again for what it was meant to be — a performing arts venue. “Murder at the Gin Joint” premiers this August and is a murder mystery presented by the Piper’s Players.

Photo of fading NEOWISE Comet

Here is a picture of the comet. I took this July 25, 2020 from over by Washoe Lake. I had to keep working at it. First I had to make sure I had the right portion of the sky. The bottom two Big Dipper stars on the generally right side of photo are what points down somewhat towards the comet. 10-second exposure. I'm just an amateur photographer. It's very far away of course now. I could hardly find it - at first finding something else, but then I finally found the right blip. Oh Boy!

BAC's Flatbed Music Concert brings July 4 concert to East Carson City neighborhood

This week, Moxy Ruckus was the band of choice for the Flatbed Music Concert series put on by the Brewery Arts Center, and they slowly cruised through the Carson City neighborhood surrounding Eagle Valley Middle School on Saturday night.

Brewery Arts Center postpones 2020 Levitt AMP Carson City Concert series

The Brewery Arts Center in Carson City is continuing to monitor the latest developments about COVID-19. To comply with the mandate of Governor Sisolak, we are canceling the 2020 Levitt concert series to help lessen the spread of the virus. It is imperative that we act according to the directives of the government, public health authorities, and medical professionals.

Famed Nevada chef and restaurateur Mark Estee stars in upcoming Food Network series

Mark Estee, Northern Nevada’s celebrity chef and restaurateur with a restaurant portfolio including Liberty Food & Wine, The Union, and Cucina Lupo in Carson City, Overland Restaurant & Pub in Gardnerville, and chez louie, is adding a new title to his name, Food Network star.

Carson City's Wild Horse Productions announces Virtual Summer Theater Academy

The coronavirus isn’t stopping Wild Horse Productions from continuing its theater arts productions and programs and keeping our young actors engaged!

This summer will be different as WHP is replacing its’ in-person summer programming for 2020 with a virtual experience.

Visitors welcome back: Tahoe South reopens Friday under revised safety guidelines

South Lake Tahoe will begin the long-awaited rebound from the Covid-19 pandemic with the opening Friday, June 12 of select area attractions, trails, beaches, retail, dining and accommodations on both the Nevada and California side of South Shore.

Christmas movie brings director Melissa Joan Hart, actor Mario Lopez to Carson City

A Lifetime network Christmas movie featuring actor Mario Lopez Jr. and actor/director Melissa Joan Hart was filmed earlier this week in Carson City.

Summer youth activities in Carson City feature reading challenge, camps and more

Summer is in full swing, and recreational activities around Carson City are starting to return in the near future.

From the Carson City Library’s 2020 Learning Challenge, to archery classes at the Clear Creek Bowman Archery Camp, there are several ways for youth to get outside and enjoy the Silver State.

American Century Championship celebrity golf returns to Tahoe and NBC, minus spectators

In a collective effort reflecting America’s drive for a return from COVID-19, the American Century Championship will bring golf, celebrity and community service together for the 31st time July 8-12 on the shores of Lake Tahoe.

Column: The Story of Taps

The first time I had ever heard "Taps" played in person, I was visiting Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, VA, just outside of Washington, D.C. A Navy funeral was concluding and bugler "Taps" signaled the sailor's final farewell.

OUR Center to Honor Outstanding LGBTQ+ Community Efforts at ‘Milk Made’ Awards

Event Date: 
May 22, 2020 - 7:00pm

OUR Center — a local nonprofit providing the Northern Nevada LGBTQ+ community access to support, resources, educational programs and more — will recognize the exceptional efforts that members of the community make in support of Northern Nevada GLBTQA (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Ally) rights at the Harvey Milk Day & Milk Made Awards.

Carson City's Greenhouse Project to unveil new community classroom at Carson High School for year-round education

An expansion is underway at Carson City’s own The Greenhouse Project, which will provide more learning opportunities to those who are inclined toward agricultural science.

Concert Under the Stars cancelled due to COVID-19; Greenhouse Project to ramp up food grow effort

To our Community: The Greenhouse Project board in conjunction with John Procaccini and Chili Bop Productions, has concluded that in light of the current COVID-19 situation, this year’s Concert Under the Stars is cancelled. This event has taken place the last 11 years in order to grow a thriving agricultural education program on the campus of Carson High School.

Brewery Arts Center debuts female version of 'The Odd Couple' beginning Friday

Event Date: 
February 14, 2020 - 7:00pm

Step aside Felix and Oscar, Florence and Olive are in town! The female version of The Odd Couple opens February 14 at the Brewery Arts Center and runs 14-16 and 21-23 with doors opening at 7 pm on Friday and Saturday nights at doors at 1:30 pm on Sundays. Show at 7:30 pm and 2:00 pm.

Carson City area students from Wild Horse Children's Theater win at 2020 festival

Students from Wild Horse Children's Theater in Carson City won a Freddie G Excellence in Music national theater award and earned recognition at the 2020 Junior Theater Festival West, which happened Feb. 7-9, 2020 at Wells Fargo Pavilion.

Carson City Mint 150th anniversary, fitness events, classic film showing and more Tuesday

Heading into Tuesday, the capital city will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint with events throughout the day. Other activities include a morning and evening walk hosted by Muscle Powered, a dinner fundraiser for the Roman family at Pizza Factory, a community dinner and meeting invite to the Order of Eastern Star, a showing at the BAC of the 1941 film classic "The Lady Eve" and a concert featuring the Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus with violin soloist Elizabeth Pitcairn at Shepherd-Sierra Lutheran Church. Read on for details.

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