Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is introducing the capital city's first Trails Challenge in hopes of turning it into an annual outdoor adventure.

Carson Water Subconservancy District will host its two-day “Get on the Bus!” tour of the Carson River Watershed June 11-12 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Expert guides will cover topics ranging from water rights, river-restoration projects, and water quality and quantity to floodplain management, regenerative agriculture, and more.

A “Stuff the Cop Car With Food” event will be held at Smith’s Food Food and Drug parking lot in Dayton on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10am until 3pm.

Have you ever wanted to learn the old art of Blacksmithing? Early smiths made wagon parts, handmade tools, shaped ornamental pieces, horseshoes, hinges and just about anything to having to do with working metal into a desired shape or purpose.

Carson City Shorts presents the first-ever Moon Rocks Sci-Fi Short Film Competition, inviting filmmakers from near and far to embark on an interstellar journey of storytelling and imagination. Presented by Silver State Storytellers, this competition challenges participants to create compelling sci-fi short films that push the boundaries of creativity and transport audiences to distant galaxies.

Do we have a treat for you! Bill Wharton will be at Polecat Tavern on Saturday, May 18th beginning at 7pm.

This Friday, May 17th at 7pm, it's Keith Alan Barnett. A real southern gentleman, born in Tulsa OK, Grew up in Tulsa, Dallas TX & Atlanta, GA. Guitar player & singer almost his whole life. Influences are varied - from Willie Nelson & the outlaws of the 70s to modern country and rock.

This seminar will explore the connection between aging and mental well-being, emphasizing the impact of factors such as physiological changes, social dynamics, depression and suicide.

From shifts in brain structure to the influence of loneliness, we delve into the multifaceted aspects that shape cognitive and emotional health in later years, offering insights for effective strategies and support systems so that we and those we care about are living our best lives.

MidTown Marketplace is having its first Summer Parking Lot Sale of the season on Saturday June 8th, from 9am until 5pm. Come find close out deals on all kinds of furniture, home decor, baby items, hand made items, and so much of overstock inventory! MidTown Marketplace is located at 104 Corbett St in Carson City. See you there!

Curious about Linux? Long time user? Join us for the March meeting of the Carson City Linux Users Group. We meet on the third Saturday of each month, and have great information and discussions of interest to any level of experience with Linux.

Join the Vibrant Community of Coffee Connect Every Thursday

You are invited to feel the buzz of connection as ideas spark, collaborations ignite, and relationships flourish, at Coffee Connect, where the spirit of community lives on in every sip and conversation!

A forum for candidates vying for the position of Justice of the Peace is being held tonight, Wednesday May 15 in Carson City.

Candidates Melanie Burketta, Tyson League and Daniel Spence will answer questions moderated by Western Nevada College President Dr. Kyle Dalpe.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and as part of that, Partnership Carson City (PCC) and OSP Northern Nevada are holding a workshop focused on suicide prevention training.

You are invited to join Mrs. Eilley Bowers at Bowers Mansion for the Spring Living History Day. The mansion will be open to visitors for self guided tours featuring local living interpreters who will be sharing demonstrations of life during the 19th century. Also featured will be a historical talk about the mansion at the top of the hour.

The Aston based duo The KRD will bring its brand of classic rock to Bella Vita Bistro at the Carson Mall in Carson City this Friday night, May 17th starting at 5:00. There will be dinner and drink specials as well as this event will be on the patio (weather permitting).

You are the presenter at this Build2Win workshop. Come and share your ideas, thoughts, complaints and concerns.
Be your own advocate on topics that interests you most.

CARSON CITY, NV - Resume Workshop. This Resume Workshop will teach you how to prepare a resume that reflects your skills, knowledge, and education! Join us on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, from 10am-11am at the EmployNV Career Hub, 1929 N. Carson St., Carson City, NV. Walk-ins welcome! For more information, call 775-684-0400.

Join the Senator Youth Football Camp for K-8th graders. $80 covers 3-nights of camp from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., June 17, 18, and 19. Led by the CHS high school coaches and players, children will learn techniques for all positions, play games, and compete.

Caught this beautiful perspective on Mothers Day.

Carson High School Wrestling invites you to our annual Golf Tournament on June 15th, 2024, at Silver Oak Golf Course in Carson City. This event is crucial for our program's success as it serves as our main fundraiser.

Are you ready for a unique summer camp experience, designed exclusively for adults? Sierra Nevada Journeys has just the thing! This perfect unwinding weekend awaits you, with no responsibilities other than showing up with your friends.

Join us from August 16 - 18, 2024, for a weekend in the mountains, free from all of those responsibilities.

FISH will be closing ticket sales for the Historic Prison Breakout to benefit FISH at 4:30 PM on Friday May 17, 2024.

The application deadline for Mile High Band Association’s 2024 Jazz & Beyond Festival art contest is Friday, May 31. Northern Nevada artists, including teachers and students are invited to apply, and participation is free.

Selected entries in the competition will be used to promote the festival, and the winning entry will be featured on the festival’s advertising poster and program cover. Festival T-shirts may also feature the winning design.

As the summer sun begins to heat up, so does the excitement at Dayton Pop Warner as local athletes gear up for a two-day strength and conditioning camp.

“Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.” – National Park Trust

Free History Slide Show: Reflections of Lake Tahoe Tuesday May 14, 1:30pm, at the Carson City Senior Center.

Using extensive research and seldom seen photographs, local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff take a look back at the many people and events that have affected this magnificent Sierra Nevada gem over the years.

From industrial powerhouse of the Comstock Lode to the many efforts to create a Lake Tahoe National Park, the varied tales of “Big Blue’s” history are unique, interesting, and often amusing.

The Misfits Theater Group presents its 2024 Spring Production: Gold Casino or Bar Be Tender on the weekends of May 18-19 and May 24, 25 and 26, 2024.

UNR Extension Master Gardeners of Douglas County are hosting a Native plant sale on Saturday, May 18 at the River Fork Ranch (The Nature Conservancy) located at 381 Genoa Ln. Minden, NV.

The event is from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Join us for our 60th Anniversary + Spring Art Reception on May 18, 2024, from 1-4 p.m. Admission is free for all, as well as on-site and nearby parking.

Celebrate Carson High School Class of 2024! And, keep them safe.

Since 1988, Safe Grad has helped prevent fatalities related to graduation night intoxication by offering a FREE, safe, and sober all-night party for graduating high school seniors.