Meet & Greet with Michelle Pedersen for Carson City School Board – Trustee 7
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/23/2024 - 12:23pmJoin the Committee to Elect Michelle Pedersen for an opportunity to meet Michelle, your candidate for Carson City School Board - Trustee 7, on Saturday, April 27 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM at San Marcos Grill, located at 250 E. Winnie Lane, Carson City.
Community invited to participate in 'Walk for Hope' at WNC's Carson City campus
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/23/2024 - 12:05pmWestern Nevada College’s Veterans Resource Center and Wildcat Veterans Club invite the community to participate in a Walk for Hope on Wednesday, May 1, at 9 a.m.
It's an opportunity to bring awareness to the national and local issue of suicide and identify local resources and learning opportunities for prevention. Veterans and military personnel experience death by suicide at a rate that is about 1.5 times higher than civilian populations.
School attendance, absenteeism examined at Carson City Juvenile Services parent night
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/23/2024 - 10:08amParent night series hosted by Carson City Juvenile Services will examine school absenteeism and attendance this Thursday, April 25. Parents, families and students are encouraged to attend.
Carson City family-friendly activities for the last week of April
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 04/23/2024 - 9:55amLooking 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 the capital city.
Carson High AP students featured on KNVC’s 'Masterclass for Master Plans' Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/23/2024 - 7:29amAt noon Friday April 26 on Paul Esswein’s radio program "A Masterclass for Master Plans" on KNVC 95.1 FM Carson City Community Radio, Carson High School AP students Bebe Keil and Tanner McCune will be his guests.
The Starliters at Polecat Tavern, Saturday, May 4th at 7pm
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/23/2024 - 5:38amThe Starliters are a variety band that perform current tunes with a present-day vibe such as Zak Brown, Darius Rucker and Norah Jones as well as generations of classics featuring The Beatles, Stones, Elvis, Chuck Berry and Rockabilly influences.
The Mane Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 3:04pmJoin us for The Mane Event on Saturday, June 1, at Cowork Tahoe from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. We’re excited for a fun-filled day for the entire family! Here’s what’s in store:
Carson Ridge Disc Golf Clean-Up happening May 4
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 3:02pmCarson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space is looking for volunteers to help us clean up trash and other debris at the Carson Ridge Disc Golf Course on Saturday, May 4 from 10 a.m. to noon. Register today using the link here to spend a sunny day volunteering with your community.
NDOT meetings this week seek input on US-395 corridor between Carson City and state line
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 1:01pmThe Nevada Department of Transportation will host a virtual meeting and in-person public meetings to gather public feedback on proposed options for improving US-395 between southern Carson City and the Nevada-California border at Topaz Lake.
All aboard the Twain Train for the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 12:25pmPrepare for a phenomenal adventure as the Twain Train VIP Excursion makes its triumphant return to the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival. Departing from the Eastgate Depot in Carson City on Friday, May 10 at 2:30 p.m., passengers will embark on a remarkable 24-mile round trip ride to Virginia City where they can experience various Mark Twain events.
Vinyl Pick-nic
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 11:00amJoin Will Houk from 95.1FM KNVC Carson City Community radio for a lazy Sunday as the BAC Exhibition Hall is turned into a listening lounge. Will is bringing a crate of vinyl records and guests are encouraged to bring records of their own that they would like to share for a spin on the provided turntables.
Classic Rock by the KRD at Bella Vita Bistro Friday April 26
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 10:36amThe KRD, classic rock duo from Dayton, are back at Bella Vita Bistro on either the indoor patio, or weather permitting, the outdoor patio, this Friday night April 26, starting at 5:00 (outside) or 5:30 (inside). If you haven't seen them before, this duo recreates classic rock hits from the 60's to today, This duo usually packs the place so reservations are advised. Please call 775-515-4300.
Carson City School Board to discuss student to teacher ratios, educator awards, and more Tuesday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 10:31amThe Carson City School Board meeting will take place Tuesday, April 23 beginning at 6 p.m. at Carson High School.
Deadline for purchasing 'Victorian Secrets With Tea' tickets extended to Thursday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 10:09amThere are still a few spaces left for the "Victorian Secrets With Tea" on Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The deadline for signing up has been extended to Thursday, April 25. The Carson City Historical Society (CCHC) presents this afternoon tea in the Carriage House behind the Foreman-Roberts Historic House at 1207 Carson Street, Carson City.
BAYA Summer Sport Series announces volleyball Friday at the MAC in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 9:36amBAYA is taking over the MAC in Carson City for an all out volleyball battle royal. With 4 courts in action, all skill levels are welcome and matched with players at the same level.
One recovery effort, two strains of fish. The complex comeback of Lahontan cutthroat trout
Submitted by admin on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 8:28amIt’s spawning day at the Lahontan National Fish Hatchery Complex, and volunteers clad in rubber boots and jackets move quickly around the south Gardnerville building, fishing nets in hand.
Girls on the Run Camp returns to Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 8:21amCamp GOTR (Girls on the Run) is coming to Carson City for the second year in a row! Camp GOTR will be a week-long, half-day summer camp from 8 AM- 12 PM at the Carson City Community Center the week of August 5th- August 9th.
Girls on the Run Sierras is a character-building program for girls in 3rd through 8th grade operating in the Reno-Tahoe area.
Carson City group Build2Win sponsors panel; to look at qualities of elected officials
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/22/2024 - 6:22amAttend the April 27th workshop at 9am – Qualities of an Effective Elected Official.
Carson City Park Ranger led programs in May feature Great Basin Hike and Kids to Parks Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/21/2024 - 3:55pmEvery month, the Park Rangers offer various Ranger-Led programs that include educational opportunities, historical fun, and exciting adventures. All programs are offered for free and take place in one of the many Carson City parks and open space areas.
ICYM: 'Walk as One at 1' to be celebrated May 4 in Carson City for World Labyrinth Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/21/2024 - 1:55pmSt. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Carson City will host its first "Walking as One at 1" labyrinth walk on Saturday, May 4 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at 314 N. Division at Telegraph.
"Walking as One at 1" happens on World Labyrinth Day each year where participants across the globe engage in a labyrinth walk at 1 p.m. local time. This synchronized practice creates a 24-hour rolling wave of peaceful energy that passes from one time zone to the next across the world. The idea is to collectively contribute to a sense of unity and harmony.
Keep the tradition alive Carson City: Plant a tree on Arbor Day
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/21/2024 - 12:15pmThe wise early settlers of Carson City made sure future residents would enjoy the beauty and the endless benefits that come with the planting of trees. What was then but a barren high-desert sagebrush landscape, is today a celebration of the hardiness of trees as well as the early settlers.
Washoe Valley Forum hosts living history presentation 'The Reno Cure' Friday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/21/2024 - 11:18amOn Friday, April 26 at 1 p.m., the Washoe Valley Forum hosts a living history presentation, “The Reno Cure.” Local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff assume the fictive characters of wrangler Clive, and cook/housekeeper Vivian, that worked at a Washoe Valley “divorce ranch” from the 1940s to 1960s.
Community development director to speak at Tuesday's Carson City Rotary, public invited
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 04/21/2024 - 7:57amCarson City’s Community Development Director Hope Sullivan will be the guest speaker at the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. The public is invited to attend.
Annual CASI 'Bark Whine & Dine' happening April 27 at Casino Fandango in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/21/2024 - 5:36amCarson Animal Services Initiative, also known as CASI, welcomes the community to enjoy an evening of great music, delicious food and wonderful live and silent auction items to support animals in need.
2024 Historic Nevada State Prison tours at Carson City site announced, signups underway
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/21/2024 - 5:00amThe Nevada State Prison Preservation Society is once again offering tours to the community beginning in May and continuing through the month of October.
Carson Mayor to speak at Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/20/2024 - 11:44pmThe featured speaker at Monday's Democratic luncheon will be Carson City Mayor Lori Bagwell. Lori began her service on the Board of Supervisors in January, 2015, representing Ward 3, and was elected mayor in 2020. She is currently running for reelection against four other candidates in the June 11 primary. The top two will go on to the November 5th general election.
Reflections of Bonanza at the Odeon Saloon in Dayton April 27
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/20/2024 - 2:03pmJoin local authors and historians David and Gayle Woodruff as they look back to those golden days of yesteryear when Ben, Adam, Hoss and Little Joe stood for honesty, decency and owned about 1/3 of the Lake Tahoe Basin (at least in the TV show).
Cinco de Mayo Spring Fling Disc Golf Tournament happening Sunday, May 5 in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/20/2024 - 11:23amOn Sunday, May 5 head down to the Carson Ridge Disc Golf Park for a fun tournament-style round of Cinco de Mayo Disc Golf beginning at 10 a.m. Rain or Shine, the round will include both the Pony Express and Stadium Courses for a total of 27 holes.
‘Music Here and Afar’ Concert April 25 at the Carson City Community Center
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 04/20/2024 - 9:48amCarson City Symphony's Youth Strings ensembles, Youth Chorus, and Not Quite Ready for Carnegie Hall Players (NQR) adult intermediate string ensemble, will feature music and dance of the Scottish Highland in a "Music Here and Afar" concert on Thursday, April 25, 6:30 p.m., at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street. This family friendly concert is open to all and admission is free.
Carson City’s first Escape Rooms now open
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/19/2024 - 1:02pmEscape rooms are opening in Carson City this weekend at 716 N. Carson St. Owners Jennifer Smith and Tracey Hudson have worked to create unique escape room experiences that offer classic games alongside all-new puzzles to appeal to game lovers and problem solvers of all experience levels.