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Don't forget Mom: Greenhouse Project Carson City Mother's Day plant sale begins Friday

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May 10, 2019 (All day)

This weekend, grab mom and the family and come on out to the annual Mother’s Day Plant Sale hosted by The Greenhouse Project, located on the campus of Carson High School.

Due to the event’s growing popularity, the sale is expanding to both Friday, May 10, 2:30 to 5 p.m. and Saturday, May 11, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Carson High senior Crystal Vargas among 3 Nevadans named U.S. Presidential Scholars

Carson High School senior Crystal Giselle Vargas is one of three Nevada students to be selected as a U.S. Presidential Scholar, the U.S. Department of Education announced Tuesday.

The Dean Team Rescue: Realty Executives Nevada's Choice Realtors donate to Carson area animal organizations

CASI donation
Pets of the Homeless donation
Rescue Realtor flyer

Trying to think of ways to give back to the community, Kathy Dean and Nicole Litherland of The Dean Team decided the best way to do that is to donate a portion of their commissions to Carson City area animal organizations. And this isn't a short campaign, but a lifelong career cause.

Senator Square: Different dances at Carson High dazzle Carson City

April was an action packed month as several Carson High School clubs put on The Friendship Ball, A Night Under the Big Top Father Daughter Ball, and The Greatest Show on Earth 2019 Prom. Even more amazing than the dances are the students behind the scenes who, with the guidance of Leadership Adviser Ann Britt and FBLA Adviser Angila Golik, transformed the CHS Big Gym so that all visitors, young and old alike, would think they had walked into a beautiful dream.

“Sister Acts: From Opera to Broadway”

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June 2, 2019 (All day)

Sierra Music Society continues its fine Artists In Concert programs with “Sister Acts: From Opera to Broadway” on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at 3 pm.

The concert will be at St. John’s Presbyterian Church located at 1070 W. Plumb Lane in Reno, NV. This wonderful afternoon of music will feature two gifted young artists: Soprano Alyssa Caplan and Mezzo-Soprano Anna Caplan accompanied by Carol House on piano.

Events around Carson City for Saturday, April 27

Headed into Saturday, April 27, 2019 we're looking at another picture-perfect spring weather day and cool overnight temperatures. There's lots of activities ahead, including a colorful fun run at Mills Park, a free paper and document recycling event hosted by Debug Computer, a prescription drug roundup, the Silver State's own celebration of the Aloha State, a Carson High School speech team fundraiser at Flavors of India, art showings and sales and a fundraiser at Flat Earth Pizza for a wonderful Carson City woman who is in the throes of cancer. Read on and enjoy your day.

Carson City Elks Mother's Day Brunch

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May 12, 2019 - 10:30am

Come on down to the Carson City Elks Lodge for a Fabulous Mother's Day Brunch (Please see flyer). Every year the Elks outdo themselves with their fantastic fixins. What a wonderful way to spoil Mom's and Grandma's. Each Mom will receive a beautiful rose. And all persons over 21 will receive a glass of Champagne. You can purchase tickets now at the Lodge in the bar after 4:00PM.

Obituary: Rich Sorenson, co-founder of Northern Nevada Dream Center

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May 4, 2019 - 2:00pm

Our wonderful father, husband, brother and friend Rich Sorenson made his way to heaven on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at the young age of 66. He was surrounded by family and friends as he, in his words, went before us to “get the party started” with Jesus!

Carson City’s RISE dispensary hosts ‘Cannabis Holiday’ festivities Saturday

Carson City's RISE, one of the capital city's cannabis dispensaries, is hosting a party for those inclined towards recreation marijuana for the "Cannabis Holiday" of 4/20.

Sierra Sweethearts host CD release party and concert at Carson City's Brewery Arts Center

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April 19, 2019 - 7:00pm

The Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975, is hosting the Sierra Sweethearts CD release party and concert this Friday in the BAC’s Black Box Theatre in Carson City.

Senator Square: Carson High School teacher celebrates physical education achievements

Editor’s note: The following was written by Carson High School's Strength Conditioning and Personal Fitness teacher Misty J. Guantonio.
In an era where students are more comfortable communicating behind a screen rather than face-to-face, teaching Physical Education can be more than challenging at times. It seems that each year there are fewer students who enjoy physical activity. This year has been no different.

Carson City’s new Renown Urgent Care hosts Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, Primary Care Facility to follow

Reno’s Renown Medical Center has branched into the capital city with its new Urgent Care, located at 2814 N. Carson Street next to the Eagle Valley Medical Center.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the new location Tuesday morning. In addition, according to Mark Beauchamp of Shahren Beauchamp Builders, who were the general contractors on the Urgent Care, a Primary Care Facility will be opening mid-May in South Carson, near Starbucks.

What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, April 7

Hello Carson City and welcome to Sunday, April 7, 2019. How's your weekend going? We're heading into another partly sunny spring day, with a daytime high in the mid-60s. Step outside, go for a bike ride, walk or hike and take in the available sunshine while it lasts as another chance of rain showers are headed our way by Tuesday. Stay tuned.

Michelle Powers Senior Flute Recital

Event Date: 
April 7, 2019 - 3:00pm

Come one, come all to Brewery Arts Center on Sunday April 7th at 3 p.m. for a wonderful hour of family and friends fun!
Where is that again? BREWERY ARTS CENTER...Carson City
When is that again? SUNDAY APRIL 7TH AT 3PM
Nice weather...nice music...nice people...please come join us!

Sports, Gardening, Veteran's Remembrance Day: Here's what's happening in Carson City on Sat., March 30

Good morning Carson City! It's finally starting to feel like Spring around here. The weather today is going to be another gorgeous day, sunny with highs of 56, a low of 28, and 52 percent humidity. On the schedule today we have a ton of wonderful events, from a live music benefit for the homeless, to pollinator workshops, a Roller Derby match, a Veteran's Remembrance Day celebration at Mills Park, and much more. Scroll below to see everything happening today in our capital city.

What's happening around Carson City on Friday, March 29

Hello 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.

Making Strangers Smile - One Cookie at a Time

Event Date: 
March 20, 2019 (All day)

My son and I just had the most amazing day! A friendly serviceman from The Happy Outlet just gave my son and I these delicious sugar cookies. When we asked why, they said just to see us smile, no strings attached. Well we certainly did! The serviceman told us that March 20th was International Happiness Day. When we got home I looked it up and sure enough, this is actually a UN-sanctioned day. I think this is awesome that a local company is taking the time to do something wonderful for our community. With so much hate and division, everyone needs this now more than ever!

Happenings around Carson City on Friday, March 22

Hello Carson City and welcome to Friday, March 22, 2019. We're looking at sunshine and partly cloudy skies with breezes picking up in the afternoon. There's a slight chance of afternoon showers with the potential for rain late tonight into Saturday morning. Were' looking at a high temperature of 55. Typical spring weather. Here's what's ahead today:

Carson City children's theater presents 'Winnie The Pooh, Kids' beginning this weekend

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Repeats every week until Sun Mar 31 2019 .
March 22, 2019 (All day)
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March 29, 2019 (All day)

Got honey? Wild Horse Children’s Theater will present Disney's "Winnie the Pooh, Kids" beginning this Friday and running weekends through March 31 at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City.

Carson Nugget celebrates 65th anniversary Tuesday with champagne toast, episode 2 of 'Casino Boss'

Event Date: 
March 12, 2019 - 6:00pm

CARSON CITY — The Carson Nugget Casino Hotel celebrates its 65th anniversary with the grand opening of its new restaurant Angelina’s Bistro, a birthday cake and champagne toast, and the premiere of Casino Boss, episode 2 on Tuesday, March 12, beginning at 6 p.m. at the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson Street.

What's happening around Carson City on Saturday, March 9

Daylight Savings Time is about to begin, harkening the approach of Spring. Winter, though, continues its stubborn hold on the region, so bundle up this weekend in spite the extra hour of daylight. There's a chance of snow showers throughout the weekend with daytime highs only into the low 40s.

And remember to set your clocks ahead one hour Saturday night!

Dayton Urgent Care seeks items for healthy hygiene kits to give to children this summer

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Repeats every week until Fri Mar 29 2019 .
March 6, 2019 (All day)
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March 13, 2019 (All day)
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March 20, 2019 (All day)
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March 27, 2019 (All day)

Over the last few years Dayton Urgent Care has been giving back to the community and has partnered with Terri Gahr, who works in the schools and is the Dayton Area Resource Coordinator of Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey counties. The organization has been a big help with DUC's clothing drives, Angel trees and the healthy hygiene kits we collect.

Carson City's Brewery Arts Center hosts TheaterWorks' Stewart Little this Saturday

Event Date: 
March 9, 2019 (All day)

The Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s arts epicenter since 1975, is excited to host the TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada’s performance of "Stewart Little." Fun for the entire family, the performance will be at the BAC’s Performance Hall this Saturday, March 9.

Senator Square: West Point graduate, Army veteran and author visits Carson High School

Capital City Arts Initiative’s relationship with Carson High School made it possible for Caleb Cage, a West Point graduate, U.S. Army veteran and author to visit with CHS students where he read one of his short stories from his 2017 book "Desert Mementos: Stories of Iraq and Nevada" and then fielded questions about writing and his background.

Carson City earns arts spotlight: Taking Flight exhibit unveiled at Reno-Tahoe Airport

The Reno-Tahoe International Airport unveiled its “Carson City Arts: Taking Flight” exhibit Tuesday evening at the airport’s gallery which features local artists who shine a spotlight on the capital city.

Senator Square: Carson High School teacher kisses a goat in support of FFA

Future Farmers of America provided the venue, Carson High School students voted with their hard earned dollars, and AP Environment and Honors Biology teacher Cort Roseleip was chosen to kiss a goat. Readers must take a look at the photo above to fully comprehend the magnitude of this event.

What's happening around Carson City on Friday, Feb. 22

Hello Carson City as we welcome in Friday, Feb. 22, 2019, the end of the work week, a short one for many because of the President's Day holiday. Activities abound Friday and into the weekend, including the second day of the three-day, 6th Carson City International Film Weekend festival.

What's happening around Carson City on Thursday, Feb. 21

Good day Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019. A few snow showers may linger and should clear out by tomorrow with mostly sunny skies Friday into Saturday. Lots of activities today, including the kickoff of the sixth Carson City International Film Weekend festival.

What's happening around Carson City on Wednesday, Feb. 20

Hello Carson City and welcome to Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019. We're midway through the work week with yet another round of snow showers possible today and Thursday. But don't let the weather spoil your fun. There's several activities lined up throughout the day and tonight.

International film festival hosted in renovated Carson City theater

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February 21, 2019 (All day)
February 22, 2019 (All day)
February 23, 2019 (All day)

Those who attend the sixth annual International Film Weekend in Carson City will get a glimpse into some of Nevada’s hidden treasures, as well as a look at cultures around the world.

“We hope people will see how we are all the same, underneath,” said chairwoman Linda Bellegray. “Our humanity is universal.”

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