June 2012
Story Interpretation for Beginning Actors (Ages 6-9)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/19/2012 - 2:42pm
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June 27, 2012 (All day) Bring your imagination and prepare for fun as young actors use basic improvisation and acting skills to write and direct their own fairy tale! Using well-known fairytales as a starting point, students will write, cast, and rehearse their own unique version while designing and constructing basic props and costumes. The 7-week session will culminate with a performance for friends and family.
Tuition: $120 ($110 BAC Members)
Wednesdays, 2-3:30pm, June 27th – August 15th (No class the week of July 4th/August 6th)
Instructor: Mitzi Nelson, Location: Performance Hall
Vocal Performance Workshop (All ages)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/19/2012 - 2:40pm
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June 27, 2012 (All day) It’s time to get ready for your next audition or performance! Participants will get a chance to hone their performance skills in front of a small but supportive group of peers, receive feedback, and learn to incorporate it. Participants may also choose to work in small groups to learn harmony and back-up singing techniques. Topics covered: Song interpretation, nerves and ‘stage fright,’ connecting to the song, connecting to the audience, song selection, and stage presence.
Improvisation for Teen Actors (ages 10-15)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/19/2012 - 2:37pm
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June 28, 2012 - 4:00pm This 7-week workshop series will introduce students to the basics of acting through theatre games, acting exercises, improvisation and scene work.
Focus will be on active participation. Students will engage in creative exercises to build self-confidence, as they develop imagination, creativity and self-expression.
These exciting classes will culminate with in-class demonstrations where students share their experience with family and friends (Final presentations August 19th/and or 2oth).
Tuition: $140 ($130 BAC Members)
Nevada’s Public Employee Pension Plan Gets Low Marks In Latest Pew Study
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Tue, 06/19/2012 - 3:05pmCARSON CITY – The financial health of Nevada’s public employee pension plan is cause for serious concern because it is only 70 percent funded as of fiscal year 2010 with a $10 billion gap, a national organization reported this week.
The Pew Center on the States said the funding ratio in Nevada is below the 80 percent benchmark that fiscal experts recommend for a sustainable program.
Karson Kruzers Kar Klub Seek Participants, Vendors, Judges, and the Public for their 28th Annual Run-What-Cha-Run This Weekend
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/19/2012 - 1:08pm
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Repeats every day until Sun Jun 24 2012 .
June 22, 2012 - 6:00pm
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June 23, 2012 - 6:00pm
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June 24, 2012 - 6:00pm The Karson Kruzers 28th Annual Run-What-Cha-Brung car show is this weekend, June 22-24th and they are looking for vendors, judges, participants, and visitors!
Infant death under investigation
Submitted by admin on Mon, 06/18/2012 - 5:32pmA six-week-old infant died early this morning, and the death is under investigation according to Carson City Sheriff Kenny Furlong.
First responders were called to an apartment at 2990 Menlo Drive at approximately 12:30 Monday morning on a report of an infant who wasn't breathing. Furlong said extensive efforts to revive the child were unsuccessful. An autopsy was performed today, and Furlong said they are awaiting the results, which could take a few weeks.
Carson City Sheriff's Search and Rescue Assits Lyon County Search and Rescue
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/18/2012 - 2:44pm
Two kayakers spent Father's Day on the Carson River. A father and son combination put their kayaks into the water near Bertonelli's pit around 2:30pm and left their vehicle at the Santa Maria Ranch Park in Dayton. They got caught up many times on rocks and low water areas and soon found themselves in the dark and unable to continue.
Fandango Gourmet Food Truck Festival
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/18/2012 - 2:42pm
Event Date:
June 30, 2012 (All day) CARSON CITY, NV – On Saturday, June 30 the nation’s hottest culinary trend will rally in Carson City as Casino Fandango hosts an event unlike any other, the Fandango Gourmet Food Truck Fest from12PM – 5PM.
The most notable mobile restaurants from Reno, San Francisco, Sacramento and Los Angeles will roll in to Carson City serving up a variety of authentic, exotic cuisines all prepared fresh at the event for guests’ pleasure and enjoyment.
Nevada Taxpayer’s Association Cites Concerns With Teachers’ Margin Tax Petition
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 06/18/2012 - 3:31pmCARSON CITY – The Nevada Taxpayer’s Association has identified several concerns with an initiative petition to impose a margin tax on Nevada businesses filed by the state teachers union, including the title.
Js’ Old Town Bistro to Hold Scotch Tasting
Submitted by admin on Mon, 06/18/2012 - 1:21pm
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June 28, 2012 - 6:00pm Js’ Old Town Bistro in Old Town Dayton will hold a Scotch Tasting on Thursday June, 28th at 6pm. Participants will enjoy 5 single malt scotches representing the different regions of Scotland. Small plates, including smoked salmon and braised short ribs will accompany each scotch. The food has been expertly paired to complement each scotch’s distinct characteristics.
- Coastal Region: Clyneleish 14 year old
- Lowlands: Glenkinchie 12 year old
- Highlands: Dalwhinnie 15 year old
- Speyside: Cragganmore 12 year old
