Washoe State Tree Nursery announces fall hours, reopens Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:15amAs fall begins, the Washoe State Tree Nursery will reopen on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 9:30 a.m. Located at 885 Eastlake Boulevard in New Washoe City, this nursery is operated by the Nevada Division of Forestry and offers native and adapted plants for landscaping and conservation.
NASA Astronaut José Hernández to inspire Carson City students, celebrate potential
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 8:01amThe Carson City School District Multilingual Learner Vision Team invites students and families to “Aim for the Stars” with an evening of inspiration as former NASA Astronaut and Engineer José Hernández shares his extraordinary journey that lead him to reach the highest heights.
Alzheimer's Association offers caregiving support groups in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 7:04amDo you live in Carson City or the surrounding area? Do you have a loved one you care for that has Alzheimer's or another form of dementia? If yes, let us support you through your challenging and new situation. We are here to help you.
CASI extends 'Thank Yous' for Saturday's Pooch Plunge event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 6:51amIt was another great Pooch Plunge! CASI would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Mike Freeman and the staff at the Carson City Aquatics Center for opening the pool to our furry friends, and Joanne Dietrich of Artistic Fence for once again providing the fencing to help make check-in safe and easy.
Carson Follies enters 26th year with 'Ocean Commotion' happening Oct. 4-5
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/24/2024 - 5:55amGiving back to the community and being with the people they love is what is at the root of the Carson Follies, a long-standing community production that is gearing up for its 26th year with "Ocean Commotion" at the Bob Boldrick Theater inside the Carson City Community Center the first weekend in October.
Capitol City Gun Club hosts 'Duck Season Tune-Up' 3-shot shoot this Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 3:00pmOn Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City will host a “Duck Season Tune-Up” Three Shot Sporting Clays Shoot with pump and semi-automatic shotgun classes.
Celebrate fall harvest Wednesday at Dangberg Historic Ranch in Douglas County
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 11:53amJoin UNR Extension Douglas County this Wednesday, Sept. 25 at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park for an evening festival of family fun and autumn celebration.
Carson City School Board to discuss new employee protection policies, restorative discipline
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 9:18amThe next Carson City School Board meeting will take place Tuesday, Sept. 24 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center locate at 851 E. William St.
Carson City family-friendly activities this week include Candy Dance, Grandparents Day, Music and Murals fest and more
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 9:01amLooking 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.
Carson Tahoe Health to host Think Pink cancer awareness event at Red’s Old 395 Grill
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 8:00amCarson Tahoe Health will host its annual Think Pink event, a night dedicated to raising awareness and supporting the fight against cancer on Oct. 4 at Red’s Old 395 Grill in Carson City.
The Truth about Downsizing, Rightsizing & Simplifying
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 09/23/2024 - 7:10amThe most commonly used word to describe the downsizing process is “overwhelm.” In fact, many people find themselves paralyzed by even the idea of moving to a smaller or more manageable space.
Meet and Greet for Jim Shirk
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 8:42pmBreaking Ground photo-phonic exhibit featured at Donovan Mill in Silver City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 2:52pmDocumentary artist Valery Lyman spent four years photographing and recording audio in the Bakken oilfields of North Dakota, documenting the rise of the oil industry there and the large American migration that went along with it.
Breaking Ground is a photo-phonic mediation on the tale of dreams, sought and abandoned, that wends its way through the American psyche and landscape.
Nevada Artists Association presents 'Moments in the Fall: Photographing the Fall Colors' by Heather Nicole
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 2:02pmJoin Heather Nicole, Oct. 13, 9 a.m. to noon at Nevada Artists Association Gallery, 449 W. King St, Carson City for an immersive photography workshop. You will learn how to use your camera to create beautiful images of the fall foliage and much more.
Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail bike ride from Carson City to Reno set for Oct. 12
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 11:55amA fun ride along the historic Virginia & Truckee Trail is planned for Saturday, Oct. 12. The unsupported fun ride will follow the Historic Virginia & Truckee Trail from Fuji Park in Carson City to City Plaza in Reno. It is 41.3 miles one way.
Celebrate Halloween! LGBTQ+ & Friends Social Lunch – Saturday, October 19th, 2-5pm
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/22/2024 - 10:15amLGBTQ+ & Friends Halloween Social Lunch: Saturday, 10.19.24., 2-5pm. Costumes Optional. Costume Contest for those who wish to participate. For our safety and security, no masks please. Face paint is fine.
Lisa Schuette headlines "double header" Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 11:56pmLisa Schuette, candidate for reelection to the Ward 4 seat on the Board of Supervisors will be the featured speaker at this Monday's Democratic luncheon. This event is scheduled for 1:00 PM on Monday, September 23rd. It can either be attended in person at Black Bear Diner, inside Max Casino, or online via Zoom.
Donovan Mill tour and stamp operation happening Sept. 28 in Silver City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 12:42pmJoin the fun at the Donovan Mill in Silver City, 900 Main Street, on Sept. 28. Catch a Mill tour including operation of the stamp mill plus the rotary stamp mill. We will give tours of the Mill, the machine shop, refinery and office vault.
Happening today: Bob Boldrick 50th anniversary Block Party at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 7:33amA day of free family fun for the community is planned in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Bob Boldrick Theater located at the Carson City Community Center.
Celebrating community: 35th annual Dayton Valley Days happening this weekend
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 7:30amDayton Valley Days, a two-day outdoor street festival where friends and families come together to celebrate in the historic downtown area is happening this weekend. Now in its 35th year, the festival will be held in Old Town Dayton on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 21-22 starting at 8:30 a.m.
PPI Presents: The Diviners by Jim Leonard Jr. at BAC in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 6:35amWhen C.C. Showers, a back-sliding preacher, leaves the pulpit in Kentucky that he’s inherited from his forefathers and sets out to find an honest living for himself, he ends up in the tiny town of Zion, Indiana.
Capital City Arts Initiative’s Graphics Extraordinaire 2024 exhibit features works by WNC students
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 4:59amCreativity and talent abound in the Capital City Arts Initiative’s "Graphics Extraordinaire 2024" exhibition that presents graphic design work by seven Western Nevada College students.
Robert Nylen talks 'Legacy of Carson City Mint' Thursday at Nevada State Museum
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/21/2024 - 4:50amTo celebrate the opening of its newest exhibit, Mint to Museum, the Nevada State Museum presents "The Legacy of the Carson City Mint," a Frances Humphrey Lecture delivered by History Curator Emeritus Robert Nylen on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Moving Past Fear to Healing: A talk on Christian Science
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 6:00pmFear can seem inevitable — part of who we are. But understanding God’s all-embracing love can overcome fear, reveal peace, and move life forward.
Carson Valley Arts Council announces 2024-2025 Concert Series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 4:59pmThe Carson Valley Arts Council will kick off its 2024-2025 Concert Series beginning October 11, bringing diverse music performers from across the country to our local community and schools.
Candidate Meet & Greet at The Tap Shack
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 3:59pmPlease join friends of Lucia Maloney, Candidate for Carson City Supervisor, Ward 4, at The Tap Shack on Tuesday October 8th, 6-8pm.
Halloween Museum Block Party returns to downtown Carson City October 18
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 2:11pmLast year’s Halloween Block Party was so much fun that the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada and the Nevada State Museum have decided to do it again this year! The community is invited to share in the excitement on Friday, October 18, 2024 from 5-8 p.m. in downtown Carson City.
It's a pool party: CASI Pooch Plunge happening Saturday at Carson City Aquatic Facility
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 1:22pmCome join CASI at our annual Pooch Plunge pool party happening Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, at the Carson City Aquatic Facility outdoor pool.
2nd Annual Carson City Murals & Music Festival returns September 26 - 28 to Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/20/2024 - 6:56amEnjoy live music and see artists create new, vibrant public murals across Nevada’s capital city Sept. 26-28.
The Brewery Arts Center’s second annual Carson City Murals & Music Festival will bring live musical performances and 19 new, colorful murals to Carson City, Nevada starting Thursday, Sept. 26 through Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. This year’s festival artists will add to the 23 murals created during the inaugural festival in 2023.
PPI Presents: The Diviners by Jim Leonard Jr.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 09/19/2024 - 5:33pmWhen C.C. Showers, a back-sliding preacher, leaves the pulpit in Kentucky that he’s inherited from his forefathers and sets out to find an honest living for himself, he ends up in the tiny town of Zion, Indiana.