A new six-week class beginning this month from the Alzheimer’s Association in Carson City is available and free to caregivers.

Using rare and seldom seen photographs, local historians and authors David and Gayle Woodruff will recount interesting and often amusing tales that have helped shape one of America’s favorite and well used mountain traffic corridors at a Minden talk Sunday.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) of Reno Sparks has announced the Religious Leadership Award for Hindu statesman Rajan Zed.

Youth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce auditions for "Annie, Jr.," a 60-minute adaptation of the hit Broadway musical based on the classic comic strip.

Karaoke Night at Polecat Tavern on Friday, August 23 starting at 7pm. You can sing with your friends. We have up to 4 mics.

Karaoke Night at Polecat Tavern - This Friday, August 9th starting at 7pm. Bring your friends to cheer you on. Maybe we can get them up on stage too!

Mark your calendars for the Carson Valley Community Theatre’s 20th year anniversary gala to be held  at 6 p.m. on Sept. 6 at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden. We will celebrate with an evening of songs, skits and anecdotes about our theatre, along with a three-course meal.

Sierra Nevada Realtors will host its 9th annual Cornhole for a Cause charity event on Friday, August 16, in Carson City.

Carson Tahoe Health is excited to announce a raffle giveaway in partnership with Dick Campagni’s Carson City Toyota. Each year, Carson City Toyota generously donates a grand prize of $15,000 cash or a new car to one lucky winner. This year’s raffle celebrates Carson Tahoe Health’s 75th Anniversary, with all ticket proceeds going toward the Healing Our Kids Crusade.

University of Nevada Reno Extension will host a free summer nutrition class for kids. Ages K-5th grade will experience yummy fruits and vegetables, while learning about a healthy diet.

Saturday, August 24th beginning at 7pm - It's Reggie Hall LIVE! An incredibly live one-man show, rocking Northern California and The Great Northwest for more than 25 years.

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

Desert Design has been helping people reimagine their personal and professional spaces for almost 30 years and is excited to announce that it has opened a Carson City location at 1440 S. Curry St.

With summer in full swing, the farmers market in Dayton is the place to be for local flavor on Thursday afternoons. The market offers a seasonal bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables, local honey and jam, food trucks, and special items like baked goods. This week is National Farmers Market Week. In celebration, customers will receive free re-usable market bags while supplies last.

Please join friends of Lucia Maloney for a Candidate Reception & Fundraiser benefiting Lucia Maloney for Carson City Supervisor - Ward 4. This event is hosted by Steve & Cyndy Brenneman at Carson City's Historic Bliss Mansion, 5:30-7:30pm, Saturday August 24th. This event is free & open to the public. Your RSVP is requested by not required. Learn more: 775.386.2836 / www.LuciaMaloney.com

The celebration of the 150th Anniversary of Chautauqua at Dangberg Historic Park continues by celebrating Wednesday night Chautauquas with the theme: "Follow Us on an Adventure!" All Wednesday evening Chautauquans have an adventurous tale to share with their audience.

On Saturday, August 17, from 10:00-11:00 am, Donna Inversin will speak on “The Historic Virginia and Truckee Trail: From Old Railroad to Future Rail Trail.”

Donna Inversin will give a presentation on the nonprofit’s effort to find the remaining sections of old rail bed routes to bring them together in order to build a multi-use path of between sixty and eighty miles, which will echo the Virginia and Truckee Railroad. The trail is being designed for the benefit and enjoyment of the citizens and visitors of Northern Nevada.

Tami Force will speak on Nevada Ghost Towns at Dangberg Home Historic Ranch on Saturday, August 10, from 10 to 11 a.m.

Tami Force has been exploring ghost towns, mining camps, and back roads for 30 years. Force loves learning about some of the more unusual ghost towns and locations in Nevada and beyond. Her goal has been to photograph, document and share the history of these places with others.

On Friday, August 16, from 10 to 11 a.m., Ross Mortensen will portray Jack Davis, honest Comstock miner turned stagecoach and train robber.

Jack Davis was a personable and educated miner who barely made a living in California's Tuolumne diggings. By 1859 Davis found himself in Virginia City, Nevada where he purchased and worked a stamp mill. Soon he found it was easier to make money at his secret business of robbing stagecoaches and trains.

The celebration of the 150th Anniversary of Chautauqua at Dangberg Historic Park continues by celebrating Wednesday night Chautauquas with the theme: "Follow Us on an Adventure!" All Wednesday evening Chautauquans have an adventurous tale to share with their audience.

Mile High Jazz Band Association presents Carson City’s 21st annual Jazz & Beyond Music Festival, with 11 days of free entertainment featuring 30 performances.

Coming out of the desert of Reno NV, to push the boundaries of Country & Western, Mr. Johnson and His Loaded Dice will arrive at Polecat Tavern on Saturday, August 10th. Sure to be a packed house so we suggest you arrive early. Limited Seating. No Cover.

MidTown Marketplace is having its last Parking Lot Sale of the Summer this Saturday August 10th from 9am-5pm. Come find great savings on furniture, home decor, kid items, vintage, collectables, and so much more. Located at 104 Corbett Street in Carson City.

The safest party in town is happening Tuesday at Mills Park as the community celebrates Carson City Sheriff’s Night. There will be aircrafts, helicopters, law enforcement vehicles, mounted horses, fire engines, giveaways, music, games and more.

Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties meets every other month on the second Thursday at 9am. Hot breakfast and coffee are part of the public meetings.

Join us at Max Casino on Friday, August 9, for an unforgettable evening as Michael Furlong brings the timeless music of Tom Petty to life!

The V&T Railway Commission in partnership with the historic Virginia-Truckee Railroad and Rail Events, Inc. (Warner Bros. Inc. Consumer Products) are holding a casting call for their annual production of The Polar Express Train Ride, bringing the beloved and inspirational story to life aboard the historic V&T Railroad for the 2024 season.

Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church is excited to announce the arrival of their new Pastor, James Cleland, who will be installed on August 11, at 5:30 p.m. at Shepherd of the Sierra Lutheran Church in Carson City.

First United Methodist Church in Carson City's Hosanna Handbell Ensemble is looking for new members.

Carson City Senior Center Executive Director Courtney Warner will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. The public is invited to attend the meeting to learn about the role the center plays in our community and the services offered to local seniors.