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The Carson Comedy Club Presents: Comedian Rodger Lizaola this Friday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/09/2020 - 3:15pmThis Friday night, Comedian Rodger Lizaola will be headlining The Carson Comedy Club. Rodger has opened up for comedy legend David Brenner, Eddie Brill, Louis CK, Theo Von, and Mike Epps! He's also opened for some musical acts such as, The Black Eyed Peas, Pussycat Dolls, Baby Bash, & Rhianna!
New Sports Bar, ‘Bourbon Street,’ touts largest television screen in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/13/2019 - 6:33amThe Dotty’s Casino located between Raley’s and Kohl’s has recently expanded to include the new Bourbon Street Sports Bar.
Comedian Rex Meredith featured this Friday and Saturday at the Carson Comedy Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 2:55pmDon't forget to come check out standup comedian Rex Meredith this weekend at The Carson Comedy Club in Carson City.
‘Not just a pretty face’ — Mikaela Mayer eyes boxing title
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 10/12/2019 - 9:46amMikaela Mayer narrated her Olympic dream to television viewers on a Dr. Pepper commercial that first aired during the 2013 Rose Bowl. Today, the super featherweight boxer has another goal: A professional world title fight.
The Ghosts of Carson City Visit the Leisure Hour Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/04/2019 - 8:59amTo help members of the Leisure Hour Club celebrate Halloween, Sandie La Nae will share her knowledge of Carson City’s spirits at the Club’s next meeting on Wednesday, October 16.
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
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!
Celebrating 50 Years of Abbey Road, Carson City's BAC to feature Beatles Flashback tribute
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 2:02pmCARSON CITY — The Beatles Flashback is coming to the Brewery Art Center’s performance hall on Sept. 28, 2019 at 7 p.m. to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Abbey Road, which was originally released Sept. 26, 1969. Come by the BAC to hear some of your favorite Beatles hits as we celebrate 50 years of the Fab Four.
Gordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen coming to Harveys at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 6:56amGordon Ramsay's Hell's Kitchen is heading to Lake Tahoe. The celebrated star chef and television personality will be opening the third restaurant in his chain inside the historic Sage Room at Harveys Lake Tahoe. It is planned to debut in late 2019.
Veteran Nevada Journalist Dennis Myers dies after suffering stroke
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/27/2019 - 11:00amLongtime Nevada journalist Dennis Myers suffered a massive stroke last week. He was admitted to Renown Regional Medical Center on Thursday, Aug. 22, and declared brain dead on Saturday, Aug 24. A registered organ donor, he was kept on life support until Monday, Aug. 26, when he was taken in for surgical recovery of his organs for donation.
Events and happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Aug. 24
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 08/24/2019 - 12:24amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a ton of great events going on today in the capital city. Check out below to see what’s brewing through the weekend!
Saturday, August 24
HopeFest, Comstock rodeo and jazz festival finale: Carson City region lined up for eventful weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 6:44pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days, including HopeFest9 on Friday, dirt bike races at Fuji Park, a job fair at Eagle Valley Children's Home, and the final weekend of the Jazz and Beyond festival and Levitt AMP outdoor concert series at the Brewery Arts Center.
Carson City outdoor concert series ends Saturday with powerhouse The Brevet, New Wave Crave
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 10:52amThe Levitt AMP Carson City summer concert series concludes this Saturday, Aug. 24 with indie alt-rocker powerhouse The Brevet headlining and opening act New Wave Crave.
Professor Robert Morin to discuss Myths, Facts of Socialism or Hybrids
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/16/2019 - 10:23amThe Carson City Republican Committee is proud to host Professor Robert Morin to discuss Myths, Facts of Socialism or hybrids.
Carson City area weather: Strong thunderstorms experienced throughout region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/08/2019 - 2:33pmThe National Weather Service is tracking a series of strong thunderstorms throughout the region Thursday afternoon. Doppler radar shows thunderstorms developing north into Washoe County and south of US-50 and east of the Sierra and Tahoe Basin.
Zen and the art of fun at American Century Championship
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 2:50pmWaiting to be interviewed by NBC Sports, celebrity golfer Charles Barkley rested in the shade.
Your dog probably doesn’t like fireworks; keep them safe inside this July 4
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 07/02/2019 - 11:24amIf there’s anything a family dog hates more than not being allowed to put their head in your lap while you eat, its fireworks.
Every year, Rovers, Spots and Fidos across the city howl at the indecency of the human-beloved summer holiday.
This year, while the town gathers at Mills Park in Carson City to watch the annual fireworks, which begin at around 9:30 p.m. please: keep your dogs and cats safe and cool indoors.
Justin Timberlake returns to Lake Tahoe for 30th American Century Championship
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 11:30amPop music superstar Justin Timberlake just amped up the celebrity wattage at the American Century Championship, expanding the field of luminaries for the 30th annual golf tournament at Lake Tahoe, July 9-14.
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, June 18
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 7:13pmHeading into Tuesday, June 18, 2019 we're looking at continued warming around the region with a daytime high around 91. Temperatures are expected to actually lower toward the end of the week. Events around town Tuesday include a Muscle Powered walk, hike and bike ride, yoga, exercises for the mind and body hosted by the Carson City Emblem Club, political gatherings, art activities and more.
NNDA launches Film Locations Project on June 18
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 06/13/2019 - 1:35pmThe Northern Nevada Development Authority will debut its Film Locations Project on Tuesday, June 18 at the Carson Valley Inn from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
SIPV Program Meeting featuring Local Miss America Talent
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/11/2019 - 2:16pmSoroptimist International is a global non-profit organization working to improve the lives of women and girls through programs leading to social and economic empowerment. Soroptimist International of Pinenut Valleys has a Program Meeting scheduled for:
June 19, 2019 at 5:30 p.m.
Carson Valley Country Club
1029 Riverview Drive
Gardnerville, NV 89460
Levitt Amp Carson City: The Brevet presented by the Change Companies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 1:31pmThe Brevet can be traced back to front man Aric Chase Damm’s college days where he realized he had a talent for writing scores to be used in student films. This lead to a licensing deal, tracks from the band’s albums would be used in film and television, and an every-growing popularity online. True to their roots, The Brevet create songs that are cinematic, full of catchy hooks, and blend the excitement of thunderous percussion, electric guitars, and some R&B swagger.
Concert Lineup Announced for Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series at the BAC
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/26/2019 - 8:44amApril 26, 2019—The countdown to an unforgettable season of free concerts in Carson City is underway! Today the Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series presented by The Change Companies announced its impressive lineup of artists who will perform at The Change Companies stage on the Brewery Arts Center’s campus each Saturday at 7pm from June 22 to Aug. 24. So grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to experience the power of free, live music to bring our community together!
Events around Carson City on Thursday, April 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 7:42pmWe're working our way into Thursday, April 25, 2019 and feeling the warmup around the Carson City region. Winding down our work week we have art, theater and railroad history talks, library presentations, a fitness walk, climate change discussion, back pain wellness workshop, music ensemble at the community center and more. Enjoy the day.
V&T Railroad Coach 17 subject of Thursday museum lecture in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/23/2019 - 11:08amCARSON CITY — It has been called the most historically important train car in existence and how it traveled over the past 150 years from the Golden Spike ceremony at Promontory Summit, Utah to the center of a new exhibit at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City is quite a tale.
Events around Carson City for Friday, April 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 11:13pmHeading into Friday, April 19, 2019 we are looking at continued sunny skies and warm temperatures with daytime highs in the mid-70s around Carson City. Events lined up for the day and night are library and art presentations, hikes, music, comedy and more. Enjoy your day.
Sierra Nevada Forums movie night features Iron Jawed Angels and the Suffragettes
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/05/2019 - 6:03amWe’re approaching the 100th year anniversary of the women’s right to vote. Most people don’t know or appreciate the extreme measures and sacrifices made by the suffragettes to change the course of US history. Join us to learn, to reflect, to celebrate!
What's happening around Carson City for Monday, April 1
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/31/2019 - 8:07pmWell the weekend sure went fast as we say goodbye to March. Now we're heading into Monday, April 1, 2019 where pranks, larks and tom foolery are orders of the day. No fooling when it comes to the weather though. We may see a slight chance of showers in the afternoon and evening with more of a chance of rain on Tuesday. Stay tuned.
Veteran Reno newsman to be Carson City Democratic luncheon speaker
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 7:40amDennis Myers, News Editor at the Reno News & Review, will be the featured speaker at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon. Myers has covered the Nevada political scene on television and in print for decades, and that depth of experience is evidenced by the historical context he brings to his reporting of contemporary politics.
Nevada Film Office to pitch Silver State to Hollywood TV, film executives at conference
Submitted by editor on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 1:45pmNevada Film Office officials are heading to Los Angeles next week to pitch Nevada’s many iconic locations to executive-level film and television decision makers from Netflix, YouTube, Warner Brothers, Marvel Studios and others during AFCI Week.