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Family friendly summer fun isn’t just for Saturday nights at Brewery Arts Center. Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and musical acts presented by Yates Law P.C. from 5-8pm every Wednesday night from June 26 – August 28, 2024. Each week a variety of food trucks will circle the BAC Performance Hall parking lot and smaller acts will get a chance to play the big stage. There will also be family games and kids activities onsite to ensure fun for all ages.

Musical Guests – Mel & Gia

Brewery Arts Center Outdoor Stage
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV

Family friendly summer fun isn’t just for Saturday nights at Brewery Arts Center. Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and musical acts presented by Yates Law P.C. from 5-8pm every Wednesday night from June 26 – August 28, 2024. Each week a variety of food trucks will circle the BAC Performance Hall parking lot and smaller acts will get a chance to play the big stage. There will also be family games and kids activities onsite to ensure fun for all ages.

Musical Guest – Jason King

Brewery Arts Center Outdoor Stage
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV

August 14th - 5 – 8 PM

Family friendly summer fun isn’t just for Saturday nights at Brewery Arts Center. Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and musical acts presented by Yates Law P.C. from 5-8pm every Wednesday night from June 26 – August 28, 2024. Each week a variety of food trucks will circle the BAC Performance Hall parking lot and smaller acts will get a chance to play the big stage. There will also be family games and kids activities onsite to ensure fun for all ages.

Musical Guest – Haley Sawtelle

Brewery Arts CenterOutdoor Stage
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV

August 10 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Bryce Chisholm is a blue collar, home town boy whose dynamic work has the street savvy and appeal of outsider art. Chisholm’s creative methodical approach to process,
bold splashes (and drips) of color on all surfaces in mixed media; his embrace of the rebel and the irreverent and his devotion to beauty, make him an important artist for our times, distinguishing his work as uniquely collectible. His photo-realistic, pop art/propaganda, anime-flavored pieces convey terror, hope, defiance, whimsy and awe.

August 7 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Family friendly summer fun isn’t just for Saturday nights at Brewery Arts Center. Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and musical acts presented by Yates Law P.C. from 5-8pm every Wednesday night from June 26 – August 28, 2024. Each week a variety of food trucks will circle the BAC Performance Hall parking lot and smaller acts will get a chance to play the big stage. There will also be family games and kids activities onsite to ensure fun for all ages.

Musical Guests – Bridget Over Troubled Water

Brewery Arts Center Outdoor Stage
449 W KING ST

Family friendly summer fun isn’t just for Saturday nights at Brewery Arts Center in Carson City. Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and musical acts presented by Yates Law P.C. from 5-8pm every Wednesday night from through August 28, 2024.

Maggie M’s Beginning Art Classes will provide instruction in drawing, sketching, and painting with watercolors and acrylics 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm every Wednesday.

Remember when checks practically screamed your info to the world? Name, birthdate, Social Security number, address — it was like a fraudster’s dream come true.

Family friendly summer fun isn’t just for Saturday nights at Brewery Arts Center. Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and musical acts presented by Yates Law P.C. from 5-8pm every Wednesday night from June 26 – August 28, 2024. Each week a variety of food trucks will circle the BAC Performance Hall parking lot and smaller acts will get a chance to play the big stage. There will also be family games and kids activities onsite to ensure fun for all ages.

Musical Guests – Doug Sandall & Dale Poune

Brewery Arts Center - Outdoor Stage
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV 89703

Family friendly summer fun isn’t just for Saturday nights at Brewery Arts Center. Enjoy 10 weeks of street food and musical acts presented by Yates Law P.C. from 5-8pm every Wednesday night from June 26 – August 28, 2024. Each week a variety of food trucks will circle the BAC Performance Hall parking lot and smaller acts will get a chance to play the big stage. There will also be family games and kids activities onsite to ensure fun for all ages.

Musical Guest – Rachael McElhiney

Brewery Arts Center - Outdoor Stage
449 W KING ST
CARSON CITY, NV 89703

The health inspector conducted a number of restaurant checks within Carson City and the surrounding region between May and July.

Elvis thrilled the residents of Holiday Carson Plaza Senior Living in Carson City on July 12 as he appeared for the weekly Friday Happy Hour.

Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is this evening, Wednesday July 17, at 7:00 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street.

Get ready for the judged “Summer Show” open to members and nonmembers. The Nevada Artists Association Gallery will take entries on Saturday, July 27, 2024. Entries will be accepted from 9 a.m. to noon only at the Gallery, 449 W. King Street, Carson City. There is a 3 entry limit per person. You do not have to follow the theme.

Jim Shirk for Mayor - meet and greet

Hello, my name is Jim Shirk and I am a candidate for Mayor of Carson City in the November general election.

I am running for the Mayor position to bring my experience of city government, successful businesses and proactive ability to address difficult problems with community input. However, challenging the problem may be, Carson City residents, which includes me and the city staff, can resolve it with good judgment, reasoned thinking and working together.

UPDATE WEDNESDAY: The Spring Valley Fire has been mapped at 264 acres and is 20 percent contained. Highway 395 has been fully reopened. All evacuations have been lifted. Residents may now return to their homes. Fire crews continue to mop up for hot spots. Emergency teams are assessing damage. See the perimeter map here and incident command page here.
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UPDATE 8:37PM: Residents located within the Double Springs evacuation zone are asked to please stay in their homes while fire crews continue operations and extinguish hot spots. Officials are asking Double Springs residents who evacuated to please not return to their homes until fire crews complete operations and deem the area safe to reenter.

U.S. 395 will remain closed to allow fire crews to continue operations. U.S. 395 will likely not open until the morning hours of July 17.

See incident command page here.

Evacuations for Topaz Ranch Estates are lifted as of 8 p.m. and residents may now return to their homes. The Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center evacuation center is now closed. The evacuation for Double Springs is still in place. U.S. 395 is still closed in both directions at Leviathan Mine Road and State Route 208.
Go here to view the perimeter map, which is regularly updated with the fire location and road closures.

A 61-year-old woman was arrested July 11 for suspicion of robbery, battery on a peace officer and battery by a prisoner, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Helicopter mosquito abatement treatments are planned for Thursday, July 18 in the areas of Anderson, Buzzy Ranch, Riverview Park, Linear Ditch and ponds east of I-580, according to Carson City Health and Human Services.

The V&T Railway Commission is excited to announce the return of the much-loved wine train experience Toast of the Canyon Train Ride with two special trips scheduled for this year.

Mark your calendars! Dare to defy convention and embrace the extraordinary. Welcome to Junkee's Fashion Show revolution! Join us at the main stage at Reno Public Market on Sun, July 28th from 3-5 pm for an unforgettable journey down the runway!
This is a free event! All are welcome!

Following social media reports that a dog had died from cyanobacteria contracted from algae blooms at Lake Tahoe, the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection in conjunction with the California Water Boards and U.S. Forest Service took action, sampling a number of water sources from El Dorado Beach and Nevada Beach.

Kids & Horses, a Minden-based a therapeutic riding facility for children and adults with disabilities, is excited to announce the launching of a trauma informed, one-on-one mentorship program for kids in foster care and those that have been adopted.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fraud case involving the theft of a victim’s wallet at a Carson City store. The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has obtained surveillance footage of the theft and is attempting to identify the suspect seen in the photo above.

Carson High School Football and the CHS Football Booster Club are pleased to announce the Annual Kickoff Dinner at Fuji Hall, located in Fuji Park, on July 27. The event will open its doors at 5 p.m., with dinner scheduled for 5:30 p.m.

The Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team, the Tahoe Resource Conservation District have launched a Forest Vegetation Interactive Map that highlights forest restoration and fuels reduction treatment accomplishments and the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program.

Always something fun going on at Polecat Tavern in Carson City! Drop on in!

Our featured beverage this weekend is "Dirty Shirley meets Jack"! Have you tried it yet?

Polecat Tavern
260 W Winnie Lane
Carson City, NV
21+only, smoke free, gaming
FULL bar, Live Music, food delivery or carry-in
https://polecattavern.com
FB: @polecattavern
Insta: @polecattaverncc
Poker, Black Jack, Keno, & more bartop video gaming.
NOW open Wednesday-Sunday. Happy Hour 3-6pm.

This Friday, July 19, 2024 on Paul Esswein’s radio program, "A Masterclass for Master Plans" at KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City Community Radio, Glen Martel of the Nevada Builders Alliance will be Paul’s guest. Mr. Martel will speak on the master plan with a focus on construction and how builders will be involved in all aspects of this plan.

Dayton Urgent Care and the Carson Urgent Care are doing their annual backpack and school supply drive now through the end of August.

The man wanted in connection to a June 26 shooting in Silver Springs is in custody, according to the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.

A festival focused on raising awareness of local holistic healing practitioners.

The Healing in Harmony Festival is geared toward showcasing local energy healers and holistic health and wellness practitioners for a natural way to heal our bodies and minds. Come down to 502. E. John St. Carson City from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on August 17th and meet local holistic health practitioners focused on helping you live a happier, healthier life.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Thursday, July 18 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William St.
Agenda items include:

Saturday, July 20th - It's Richy Rich! You know you love the songs he plays. Drop on in! Our featured drink this weekend is "Dirty Shirley meets Jack"! Have you tried it yet?

Keith Alan Barnett will be on the stage at Polecat Tavern from 7 to 10pm on Friday, July 19th. International performer with influences from outlaw country to rock & pop. His interpretations of popular tunes are unique and innovative. Truly a night not to miss.

Calling all performers! Thursday, July 18th, it's Open Mic Night at Polecat Tavern! Play your songs, recite your poetry, tell your jokes on the Polecat Stage. Bring your friends and family to cheer you on!

Free - SoL Presents Music on the Grass - Bluesberry Jam 7/27 @ 4pm

Join us for the FIRST concert of the year as we welcome Bluesberry Jam to the grass at SoL. BluesBerry Jam is a Blues and Rock band based in South Lake Tahoe, California, and they are ready to bring MAJOR Energy to the grass for our Summer Kick-off Concert!  ALL AGES are allowed on grass, chairs are provided. Consumption of alcohol or any other substances is PROHIBITED on-site. D057 

A concert by Jakota Wass and a presentation by local mystery author Robert Max are featured mid-July, during the Dangberg Summer Festival.

Last week it was announced that Washoe Lake along with Lahontan Reservoir were under HAB watches (harful algae bloom). Now, lab results reveal that the toxic algae is confirmed within the lake's waters.

Specifically, toxic algae returned from Little Washoe Lake, which is connected through channels to Big Washoe.

Wilbur (Will) Keating, of Carson City, passed away on Friday, May 24, at the age of 92.

Will was born and raised in the Black Hills of South Dakota by Bernard and Ethel (Lewis) Keating alongside four siblings: Dennis, Edwin, Bernard, and Betty. He graduated high school in Edgemont, SD, in 1950, then attended Colorado A&M University for two years before transferring to the University of Colorado.

Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.

Metcalf Builders, an award-winning construction company headquartered in Northern Nevada, have broken ground on its most recent project, Home2Suites by Hilton. The hotel will be located at 3941 N. Carson St., Carson City.

UNR Extension Master Gardener Community Garden Talks

Join UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Carson City for our Community Garden Talks. This month we will be talking about garden insects.

The Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Division is proud to announce its participation in the 11th Annual American Association of State Troopers "Best Looking Cruiser" contest. This year’s entry is particularly special as it coincides with the Nevada Highway Patrol's 75th Anniversary, marking seven and a half decades of dedicated service and commitment to public safety in Nevada.

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A record crowd watched Mardy Fish win the 35th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe in Stateline this weekend. He overcame a charge by Joe Pavelski on the final day of play.

Come connect with the worlds most amazing, positive, action-forward women to build lifelong friendships and business relationships. Find out how you can get involved in this awesome international company of over 3,000 members that can help you propel your business and personal development!

As we continue to confront the delicacy of our American democracy, even I, who am no prophet, foresee a new dispensation dawning over America.

A nice sunrise

A nice sunrise.

For Capital City Arts Initiative’s exhibition, "Sierra Watercolor Society Invitational," 18 SWS member artists shared their art presenting a wide array of images, visions, and painting techniques.

The general manager of the Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe told gaming regulators last week that “every square foot of the property” would see some type of renovation during its latest redevelopment.

I’m a terrible gardener in the summer. It’s too hot to be outside, except at dawn or after 8 p.m. I just can’t seem to get too motivated to get up at 5:00 a.m. to go weed. And, I run out of energy by 4 p.m. Besides at both dawn and dusk, there are too many mosquitoes out. Needless to say, not much is getting done in the yard.

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