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Nevada veterans honored this Veterans Day 2020 with video ceremony, proclamation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/11/2020 - 9:10amJoin us in celebrating Veterans Day 2020. Due to most Veterans Day parades and other celebrations being cancelled this November because of COVID-19, Nevada Department of Veterans Services produced a video with support from the Nevada veterans and community leaders across the state highlighting what Veterans Day means to them, along with the following anniversaries:
— The 75th anniversary of the end of WWII;
— The 70th anniversary of the outbreak of Korean War;
— The 67th anniversary of the alliance between U.S.A. and the Republic of Korea; and
— The 30th Anniversary of the outbreak of the 1st Gulf War.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Lane: The SpaceX Generation
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/08/2020 - 3:56pmMy father was of the Model T Generation, born the year the Titanic went down, 1912. His was a sober generation, living through the flu pandemic of 1918, Prohibition, the Great Depression and WWII. If that won't sober up a generation what will?
Girl Scouts at Home program available free online
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 7:33amGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA are excited to announce the launch of their Girl Scouts at Home programming. Girl Scouts at Home offers all girls — whether they are registered Girl Scouts or not — access to Girl Scout activities.
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds Monthly Open House at the Mills Parks Wungnema House Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 5:28pmLearn more about our community and its cultural heritage.
Visit the Wungnema House in Mills Park, as well as the Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street. These houses represent 2 different aspects of our community’s cultural heritage. Both historic houses are open from 2:00pm until 5:00pm on Sunday.
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds open house Sunday at Wungnema House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 4:12pmDid you make a New Year’s Resolution to learn more about our community and its cultural heritage? We hope you did, but if you didn’t, it’s never too late. Kick-off 2020 by visiting the Wungnema House in Mills Park, as well as the Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street. These houses represent 2 different aspects of our community’s cultural heritage. Both historic houses are open from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Events and Happenings in the Carson City region for Sunday, Dec. 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/28/2019 - 11:56pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! I hope you’ve been enjoying your weekend so far! Check below for the great events in the region we have going on today, Sunday.
Christmas on the Comstock, Comedy and Star Talks: Events and Happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Dec. 28
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 7:36pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! We've got a ton of great events throughout the weekend, so check below to see what's happening around town!
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds an Open House at the Wungnema House this Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 4:09amThe year is nearly over and winter is upon us; avoid an early onset of cabin fever, and stretch your legs by coming out to the Wungnema House for the last open house of 2019 on Sunday, Dec. 29 and learn about some of unique and enduring contributions a family of Native Americans made to our area. Access to the Wungnema House is off Saliman Road, opposite Carson High School.
Christmas Through the Years, live music, comedy and more: Carson City region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/26/2019 - 6:11pmHeading into the weekend, post-Christmas holiday activities continue around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a Christmas Through the Years presentation at the Carson Valley Community Theater, Open Mic Night at A to Zen Gift Shop, musicians Lauren Kepler and Dan Cypher at Bella Vita Bistro, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club and much more!
Open House today at the Wungnema House at Carson City's Mills Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 7:48amNovember is National Native American Heritage Month; observe the month by learning about some unique and enduring contributions a family of Native Americans made to our area. As the month winds down, and the good weather still holds, come out and visit the historic Wungnema House on the east side of Mills Park on Sunday, November 24th during the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house.
Events and happenings in the Carson City region for Sunday, November 24
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/23/2019 - 8:04pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! On the roster today we've got a craft and holiday festival, guided group walks, musicals and more.
Check below to see what's going on in the Carson City region for Sunday, November 24.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: How old is the Sun?
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 6:48pmIn human years our sun is 38 years old, so in another five billion years it will run out of gas, and without any emotion to speak of, will accidently vaporize its old friend the Earth. But do not despair. An insurance policy is on the way. By then we will have figured out how to move to a new neighborhood — a new universe, for we are explorers.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, Oct. 27
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/27/2019 - 6:48amGood day Carson City, we hope you are enjoying your Nevada Day weekend. It is Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019. Events around the capital city area include a post Nevada Day Trash Mob cleanup, a morning bike ride, Pow Wow activities at the MAC, the RSVP carnival at Mills Park as well as as tours of the Wungnema House, also in the park, Thomas the Train activities Virginia City and more. It will be a much cooler day weather wise, so dress warm. Enjoy.
October Open House at the Wungnema House in Mills Park featured Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/25/2019 - 4:45amLooking for something a bit different to close out your Nevada Day Weekend? Stop by the east side of Mills Park on Sunday, September 29th to visit the historic Wungnema House during the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house.
Events around the Carson City area for Sunday, Sept. 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 8:10amGood day Carson City. It is Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019. As we round out the weekend, look for continued cool temperatures, some sunshine during the day and rain later this afternoon turning to snow showers overnight. Lined up for the day is Street Vibrations, a rummage sale to benefit local veterans, Nevada Raider Nation, Carson City Chapter game watch at Jimmy G's, An open house at the historic Wungnema House in Mills Park, KNVC's Summer Concert Series featuring Canyon White and more.
Open House at historic Wungnema House in Mills Park featured Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/29/2019 - 7:03amStop by the east side of Mills Park today, Sunday, September 29th and visit the historic Wungnema House for the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. There is no admission fee for the open house, and all are welcome.
Historic Transcontinental Motor Convoy to roll Thursday through Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/10/2019 - 12:57pmCarson City is so full of amazing history that sometimes it boggles the mind. As we have always asserted, the true history of Nevada was made right here in Carson City and from time-to-time, we are reminded of our rich heritage.
One of those reminders will be evident once again on Thursday, Sept. 12 to commemorate the Centennial Celebration of the arrival of then Lt. Colonel Dwight D. Eisenhower who joined the convoy to test the shape of America’s roads and military vehicles as part of the first U.S. Army Transcontinental Motor Convoy that started in Washington, D.C. and ended in San Francisco.
Photos: Sentimental Journey visit
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/08/2019 - 8:51pmThe aircraft known as "Sentimental Journey," tail number N9323Z, was at the Minden-Tahoe Airport from Sept. 3 through Sept. 8. During this time the public was able to crawl though the aircraft, to see what it was like to be in a real WWII bomber, and was also able to purchase tickets for rides in various locations within the plane. Scroll through photos and click to enlarge.
Last Open House of the Summer today at the Wungnema House in Mills Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/25/2019 - 8:57amStop by the east side of Mills Park today, August 25, take a ride the Carson City and Mills Park Railroad, and then visit the Wungnema House for the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. There is no admission fee for the open house, and all are welcome.
Events, happenings around Carson City area for Sunday, August 25
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/25/2019 - 7:19amGood day Carson City, it is Sunday, August 25, 2019. Sunshine and warm weather continues along with plenty of activities around the Capital City. Today features a morning bike ride, outdoor journaling and adventuring at Riverview Park, a woman's veteran support group meeting at Mills Park, the last day of the Virginia City Rodeo and Fiesta del Charro, the KVNC outdoor concert at its Minnesota street studio and the finale of the 2019 Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival. Enjoy your day!
Nevada aviation past, present and future presented Thursday at Carson City lecture
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/21/2019 - 10:42amNational Aviation Day was celebrated Monday, August 19. President Franklin D Roosevelt established this United States national observation in 1939. The date is the anniversary of Orville Wright’s birthday. Since 1903 when Orville and Wilbur Wright first achieved piloted, controlled, sustained, heavier-than-air flight the world has changes significantly. We are all touched by aviation in one way or another. Everything from people to packages are transported via airplanes.
Events around Carson City area for Sunday, July 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/28/2019 - 7:19amGood day Carson City and welcome to Sunday, July 28, 2019. It's the last day of this year's Carson City Fair at Fuji Park. Be sure to stop by and check out the farm animals, tractors and demonstrations. Also today is a tour of the Wungnema House, train rides, an author event in Silver City, a veterans support gathering for women at Mills Park and more.
Wungnema House in Mills Park is open Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 07/28/2019 - 7:02amStop by the east side of Mills Park today, July 28th, ride the Carson City and Mills Park Railroad, and then come by the Wungnema House for the Carson City Parks Foundation’s monthly open house, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm. There is no admission fee for the open house, and all are welcome.
A Bumpy Ride across Carson Skies: an overly-dramatized recount of flying in a single-engine plane on a breezy day
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 3:47pmThe first time I rode in a small plane was at the Carson City Airport Open house. I was probably 5, my brother probably 8, along with our dad who took us to geek out over the WWII planes and tanks.
The pilot offered us a ride, and we climbed aboard a small orange-and-white plane with a bench seat in the back and two seats in the front. My dad sat beside the pilot, my brother and I strapped in the back.
About thirty seconds after take-off, my brother and I noticed something horrific to our child-minds: in the back of the cockpit, buzzing around beside us, was a bee.
Carson City Airport Open House soars above expectations
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 2:19pmThe Carson City Airport held it's annual Open House today, offering static displays of historic and modern aircraft, WWII vehicles, a hanger filled with fun, educational activities for kids and kids-at-heart, a chicken wing cook-off, vendors and more.
Wungnema House in Mills Park is Open to the Public this Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 1:17pmStop by the east side of Mills Park on Sunday for the Parks Foundation’s monthly open house at the Wungnema House, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.
The Wungnema House is the charming stone cottage located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after WWII and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s.
Wungnema House at Mills Park in Carson City open to the public on Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 05/25/2019 - 6:51pmStop by the east side of Mills Park on Sunday for the Parks Foundation’s monthly open house at the Wungnema House, from 2:00pm to 5:00pm.
The Wungnema House is the charming stone cottage located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after WWII and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s. There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.
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!
Military veterans and seniors to take flight in WWII biplane: Public invited to attend and watch Dream Flights
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/24/2019 - 3:02pmPre-selected military veterans and seniors will enjoy the thrill of a Dream Flight in a 1944 Stearman biplane, the same aircraft used to train military aviators during World War II. The flights are courtesy of Ageless Aviation Dreams Foundation (AADF), a Carson City-based nonprofit that honors U.S. military veterans nationwide with free Dream Flights. AADF has given more than 3,700 Dream Flights nationwide since 2011.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, April 28
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 04/27/2019 - 7:47pmHello Carson City. We're heading into Sunday, April 28, 2019 with another fabulous Spring day ahead with highs in the low 70s. Events lined up include a cancer center benefit bow shoot hosted by Clear Creek Bowmen, a Muscle Powered bike ride, a Bee City USA Earth Week presentation, an open house at the Wungnema House in Mills Park, a Carson City Symphony concert and more. Enjoy your day.