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V&T Railway Toast of the Canyon train tours return; will feature local and regional wineries, distilleries and breweries
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/03/2019 - 1:48pmCARSON CITY — Returning for the 2019 season, the V&T Railway’s popular Toast of the Canyon train rides kicks off on Saturday, June 15 and will feature area wineries, distilleries and breweries. The event, which runs every other Saturday through October, takes passengers into the Carson River Canyon to enjoy libations and appetizers.
Events and happenings for Saturday, June 1
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 05/31/2019 - 11:27pmGood morning Carson City, and happy June! We have a ton of events going on today in our beloved capital city, with the June wine walk, the first day of the farmer’s market, a brew fest at Fuji park, and more! With a high of 75, it’s shaping up to finally start to feel like summer (knock on wood).
Events, happenings and more around the Carson City area this Friday through Sunday
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/30/2019 - 4:43pmHeading into a jam-packed weekend of events around the Carson City region, there's a bevy of activities Friday to get your started. Lace up your shoes for a morning walk at Riverview Park, and then head on over to the Nevada State Museum for a coin press demonstration, and tours that explore anthropology and Nevada history. Later there's a cruise night gathering at Carson Mall to benefit Safe Grad Night, an Italian dinner fundraiser at the Governor's Mansion to benefit Carson City's homeless, live music at Living the Good Life and A to Zen, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club, and much more. Read on and enjoy!
Day of Tribute and Honor: Events around Carson City area this Monday, Memorial Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/26/2019 - 7:57pmHeading into Memorial Day, May 27, 2019, we urge all to take time out of your day to honor those who served and died defending our country. Memorial Day is the day we celebrate those men and women who passed while serving in the United States Armed Forces. There are events Monday in Carson City at the Stewart Indian School Cemetery and at Lone Mountain Cemetery and in Fernley at the Northern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
Kittens, concerts, bike rides, Chicago tribute and more! Events and happenings in Carson City Sunday, May 26
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 5:04pmGood morning Carson City and happy Sunday! I hope you're all thoroughly enjoying your holiday weekend despite the weather, which looks like it's going to continue through the upcoming week. Even still, we've got a ton of activities going on in town for the day, so check them out below, and remember to bring a jacket!
Nevada State Railroad Museum kicks off Memorial Day weekend in Carson City
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 2:45pmThe Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City kicked-off Memorial Day weekend with all-day steam train rides.
Parades, trains, ribs and more: Events and Activities for Saturday, May 25
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 7:10amGood morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to be another grey day, with a high of 64 and a low of 44. But hey, it could be freezing, or things could be on fire, so I won’t complain! On the docket today we’ve got day two of the Rib Fest, a Virginia City train tour, museum activities, a heroes parade, and more. Check below to see the schedule for the rest of Memorial Weekend, and stay warm!
What's happening around Carson City for Friday, May 24
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 8:41pmAs we head into a jam-packed Memorial Day weekend, activities and events around Carson City on Friday will help set the mood for what promises to be a tremendous few days ahead. Festivities include the opening day of the Rockin’ Rib Fest at Carson City's Casino Fandango, the planting of American flags on the graves of our fallen veterans at Lone Mountain Cemetery, a weekly open mic night at A to Zen, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club, live music and more.
Events and happenings around the Carson City region this 2019 Memorial Day weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 05/23/2019 - 9:12amHere’s an events lineup of what's happening around the Carson City region for the 2019 Memorial Day weekend. More events will be added as information becomes available.
Friday, May 24
Events around Carson City for Tuesday, May 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 10:06pmAs we head into Tuesday, May 21, 2019 there seems to be some debate brewing about the weather. Is the persistent series of cold weather systems normal or not? We spoke with a forecaster from the National Weather Service about it and he noted that everyone has an opinion. Some folks swear this happens every Spring, storm after relentless storm through the entire month of May. Some swear the month of May in western Nevada is usually sunny, in the upper 70s to low 80s and comfortable. Whichever you believe, go with it and enjoy. Here's what's ahead Tuesday:
Happy Mother's Day Carson City! Here are the events happening today
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/11/2019 - 11:54pmHappy Mother's Day Carson City! It's going to be a hot one today with a high of 82 and a low of 47. Don't forget to stop by Mills Park for the carnival, which will be packing up and heading out of town tonight. On the docket today we have a Mother's Day brunch, a Bea Arthur tribute bingo and brunch, and more!
Carson City Historical Society offering East Side tour
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/11/2019 - 5:00pmOn Saturday, May 25, starting at 9:00 in front of the Capitol building on North Carson Street, the Carson City Historical Society will be offering a 90-minute walking tour to view historic sites east of N. Carson Street, starting with the Capitol Mall area.
Sites will include the Capitol and the Capitol Mall, the Charles Friend Park, the historic area called Chinatown, the old Armory, the site of the former Nevada Orphans Home, the early racetrack and location of the Corbett-Fitzsimmons fight, and more.
Plant sales, charity, trains, and more! Events and happenings for Sat. May 11
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/11/2019 - 8:03amGood morning Carson City! It's going to be another beautiful day in the capital city, with highs of 78 and lows of 44. On the docket today we've got a canned food drive to help the Ron Wood Center, a volunteer day to restore the Mills Park train, a Mother's Day Plant Sale, and more! Check out the full calendar before.
Here's what we've got going on for Saturday:
Events around Carson City for Friday, May 10
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/09/2019 - 10:03pmThe weekend is at our doorstep as we head into Friday, May 10, 2019. Even though forecasters say we may have showers this weekend, the cool spring rain won't dampen the fun. We have a bevy of activities lined up Friday including the opening of the Transcontinental Railroad exhibit at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, day 1 of the two-day Mother's Day Plant Sale hosted by The Greenhouse Project, RSVP's Spring Celebration and Carnival at Mills Park, a day hike, art showings, live music and more.
State museum in Carson City to unveil Transcontinental Railroad exhibit Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/09/2019 - 7:56amCARSON CITY — The completion of the transcontinental railroad in the spring of 1869 changed America forever, dramatically reducing the time and cost for people and goods to move across country and accelerating the western expansion of the industrial revolution.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, May 9
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 05/08/2019 - 7:56pmHeading into Thursday, May 9, 2019 we're looking at a few showers and partly sunny skies around Carson City. The event lineup features the RSVP Spring Celebration and Carnival kickoff and family night at Mills Park, a Healthy Communities event in Silver Springs, CASA volunteer information hour workshop, an afternoon hike along the Ash Canyon trail, art demonstrations, live music and more. Enjoy.
V&T Railway 2019 season begins with Mother’s Day train Saturday and Sunday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 05/06/2019 - 1:55pmKicking off its 2019 season, V&T Railway will hold a special Mother’s Day train on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12. Guests will experience a 24-mile round-trip ride through the historic Comstock, departing Carson City (Eastgate Depot) at 10 a.m. and will arrive in Virginia City at approximately 11:30 a.m., before returning to Carson at 4:15 p.m.
May the fourth be with you, and with bicycle safety. Events and happenings for Sat. May 4
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 05/04/2019 - 7:57amGood morning Carson City, and happy weekend! We've got a warm day ahead with highs of 76 degrees! Today on the docket is the early farmer's market, a Mother's Day craft fair, the grand reopening of the second wind thrift store, and more!
Here's what's happening Saturday:
Events around Carson City for Friday, May 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/02/2019 - 10:08pmWhat a week it was Carson City, and it isn't even over yet. Heading into Friday, May 3, 2019, we're looking at continued sunny skies and temperatures in the low 70s. There's a host of activities Friday and, looking ahead, a bevy of fun Saturday including a Mother's Day craft fair at the Carson City Community Center, a Star Wars themed bicycle safety day, a wine, cheese and dessert ride aboard the V&T, an early opening of the downtown farmer's market, the May Downtown Carson City Wine Walk, a memorial walk, presentations, comedy, live music and more. Enjoy.
All Aboard: Carson Tahoe Health Auxiliary to host annual V&T Wine, Cheese and Dessert Train
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/28/2019 - 6:37pmThe Carson Tahoe Health Auxiliary, in one of its most popular fundraisers, will host its 6th annual V&T Wine, Cheese and Dessert Train from Carson City to Virginia City on Saturday, May 4, 2019.
The special event train leaves the Eastgate Depot in Carson City at 10 a.m. and arrives in Virginia City at approximately 11:30 a.m. The train arrives back in Carson City before 4:30 p.m. Tickets are pre-sold, and guests are asked to be at the Eastgate Depot by 9:30 a.m.
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.
Obituary: Pioneering V&T Railroad steam train touring stalwart Robert C. Gray dies
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/18/2019 - 2:11pmRobert C. Gray, 97, of Orinda, California passed away peacefully at home April 3, 2019. Robert was born in Oakland, California to Harry E. Gray and Kathleen S. Carter on August 13, 1921.
Robert was kind, energetic and lived a full life. He was an advanced stamp collector and in 1935 he attended the first Boy Scout National Jamboree at Washington D.C.
It's beginning to look a lot like Easter: Carson City's events and happenings for Sat. April 13
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/13/2019 - 8:37amGood morning Carson City, and happy Saturday! Today is a day that will definitely feel like Spring, with temperatures almost to 70 degrees. The low tonight will be 36, reminding us that we haven’t shirked off the cold weather entirely just yet.
On the docket today we’ve got the Wine Walk at the Carson Mall, a Downtown Easter Egg Hunt, an Anniversary Party at Browser’s Bookstore, easter bunny photos, and more!
Saturday Easy Hike to V&T Railroad Grade hosted by Muscle Powered
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/04/2019 - 8:35amPlease join Muscle Powered on Saturday, April 13 for an easy hike on a portion of the V&T Railroad Grade, northwest Carson City. Meet at the dirt parking lot opposite Murphy Drive on Combs Canyon parking area. Hike on a portion of the old V&T Railroad and enjoy fabulous views of Carson City and Eagle Valley. Hike distance will range between 2-4 miles, depending on trail condition.
Carson City's Nevada State Railroad Museum to unveil Transcontinental Railroad exhibit
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/01/2019 - 11:29amCARSON CITY — The completion of the transcontinental railroad in the spring of 1869 changed America forever, dramatically reducing the time and cost for people and goods to move across country and accelerating the western expansion of the industrial revolution.
Carson City's The Fox to hold fundraiser for local family to avert daughter’s cancer medical costs
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/30/2019 - 11:28amLocal restaurant and brewery, The Fox Brewpub, will hold a fundraiser for a local family whose daughter was recently diagnosed with cancer on Saturday, April 6 from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.
The event, which will raise funds for ten year-old Aylee Sharron, who was recently diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma and is the daughter of Mariel and Tony Sharron, will feature a raffle and live-music.
What's happening around Carson City on Friday, March 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/29/2019 - 9:12amHello Carson City and welcome to Friday, March 29, 2019. Today is the end of the work week and the beginning of a brief break from unsettled weather. Expect mostly sunny skies today with daytime highs in the low 50s. The warmup continues into the weekend, with a chance for rain on Monday.
What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 26
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/26/2019 - 6:05amHello Carson City, today is Tuesday, March 26, 2019. For those keeping score we're 2 days from opening day of Major League Baseball, 26 days away from Easter, 87 days from summer and 274 days away from Christmas. In the here and now of today, we're looking at cloudy skies and a chance of rain with more unsettled weather into Thursday.
What's happening around Carson City for Thursday, March 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/21/2019 - 8:42amGood morning, Carson City. Today is Thursday, March 21, 2019. If there's something we can always count on the last 10 days of March, besides the NCAA basketball championships, is unsettled weather. We can expect showers this morning with some clearing this afternoon. Speaking of NCAA basketball, the 7th ranked Nevada Wolf Pack Men's basketball team will face 10th ranked Florida Gators today, 3:50 p.m.