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Upcoming Carson City School District events highlight art classes and contests, 4H, roller hockey, volleyball clinic, pumpkin patch and more

Here are all the upcoming events in the community for Carson City School District students and families, hosted by the district or community organizations.

Teen Art Fusion offers open studio and connection opportunities for students interested in visual art after school on minimum days (every second and fourth Wednesday from 12 noon to 4 p.m. at 801 North Roop Street near the Carson City Aquatics Center. Cost: $10 or get a discount code from any Carson High Art Teacher. See attached flyer for registration details and other information.

Maggie M's Beginning Art Class is offering classes for both adults and teens every Wednesday from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. (adults) and from 3:00-4:30 p.m. (middle and high school-age students) in the Drawing Studio at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 West King Street in Carson City. See the attached flyer for more information.

The College Savings Division within the Nevada Treasury is proud to announce its 4th annual ”What Do You Want to Be When You Grow Up” Art Contest. The contest encourages Nevada students in Pre-K through 12th grades to use their artistic skills and creativity to produce a work of art demonstrating what they’d like their future career to be, all while getting them and their families excited about post-secondary education. Submissions will be open from August 12 until October 13. Three winners from each grade level will receive a $1,000, $500 or $250 prize deposited into a Future Path 529 college savings account. See attached flyer for more information.

The University of Nevada, Reno College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources in partnership with 4-H invites youth and families to join the Carson Cluckers Poultry Club Tuesday, Sept. 17, 6-8 p.m. and youth ages 5-19 to Garden Club Meet & Greet Thursday, Sept. 19, at 6 p.m. Both meetings will be held at 727 Fairview Drive, Suite F, in Carson City. See attached flyers for more information. Additionally, they will host the 4-H Harvest Fall Fest Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 5-8 p.m. at Fuji Park, 601 Old Creek Road in Carson City. See attached flyer.

Sierra Inline Hockey League at the Marv Teixeira Pavillion at Mills Park is offering Roller Hockey Programs where youth can learn to play and compete in games and scrimmages weekly. See attached flyer in English and Spanish for registration information.

The Carson High School Volleyball Team will host their Fourth Annual Volleyball Clinic for youth in grades 3rd through 8th, Saturday, October 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carson High Gymnasium. Registration deadline is Sept. 25. Cost: $40. See attached flyer for more information.

The Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada are hosting after-school and evening meetings at several schools in Carson City throughout the month of September. Youth will be able to earn badges related to STEM, outdoors, entrepreneurship and life skills while making new friends. Scan the attached QR code or visit gssn.org/clt to fill out the permission slip. For questions or concerns, email girlscoutshelp@gssn.org.

The Carson City Community Center will host a Block Party & Stage Show, Saturday, September 21, to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Bob Boldrick Theater. The event will be held at 851 East William Street in Carson City. The Block Party will begin at 11 a.m. and will feature games, activities, backstage tours, food, art and other goodies. Beginning at 2 p.m., the Community Center invites community members to gather inside the Bob Boldrick Theater, at no cost, for Live Music, Short Performances and Theatre Groups. See attached flyer in English and Spanish for more information.

Bowling Alleys in Carson City invite youth, ages 3-17, to sign up for the Carson Country United States Bowling Congress 2024-2025 Youth Bowling League. They offer 2-3 games per week depending on skill level and optional tournaments during the season. Bowlers also earn college scholarships. Registration and weekly fees vary by location. To register, scan the QR Code in the attached flyer.

Seeliger Elementary School is gearing up for its 30th Annual Pumpkin Patch, which is set for Saturday, Oct. 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 2800 South Saliman Road in Carson City. See attached flyer in English and Spanish for more information.

Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space has posted the Carson City Activity Guide for Fall 2024. Sign up for swim lessons and youth sports including volleyball, basketball and more.

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The League of Women Voters of Northern Nevada, in partnership with Sierra Nevada Forums and AAUW Capital (NV) Branch, will present four free election forums featuring candidates and ballot question information on October 7, 9, 14, and 16 beginning at 6 pm each night at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, 511 W. King St in Carson City. Doors open at 5:30 pm.

The Brewery Arts Center’s second annual Carson City Murals & Music Festival will bring live musical performances and as many as 21 new, colorful murals to Carson City beginning Thursday, Sept. 26 through Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. This year’s festival artists will add to the 23 murals created at last year's inaugural festival.

Rays of Light is a bi-weekly gathering for Carson City area women seeking connection, healing and empowerment. In a supportive, judgment-free space, we share our stories, challenges, and triumphs, honoring each woman’s unique journey. This circle nurtures authentic feminine expression, helping us rebuild confidence, embrace our true selves, and grow together.

Sierra Nevada Realtors is hosting a tailgate party at the University of Nevada, Reno football game this Saturday, Sept. 21 and has partnered with United Way to donate funds raised to those affected by the Davis Fire.

To support community members impacted by the Davis Fire, Greater Nevada Credit Union opened applications for its Disaster Assistance Loan Program.

A 51-year-old man was arrested Monday for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI (drugs) second offense and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Youth from across the state will gather in Fallon this Thursday through Saturday at the Nevada 4-H Expo to showcase the diverse skills and knowledge they have developed through the University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s 4-H Youth Development Program.

Training sessions for volunteers will be conducted by Night Off the Streets, Inc., also known as NOTS, warming center on Sept. 26 and Sept. 28 at the First United Methodist Church in Carson City.

Firefighting crews have achieved 92 percent containment on the Davis Fire, according to a Tuesday morning briefing from the U.S. Forest Service. The fire, south of Reno and north of Carson City that began in Washoe Valley Sept. 7, has burned 5,824 acres. The cause remains under investigation.

Here's the latest from the U.S. Forest Service:

Carson High Athletics is pleased to announce the hiring of Ellise McGowan as the new head varsity girls softball coach and Adriane Wacker as the new head swim coach at Carson High School.

Carson City Community Garden Talks continues Tuesday, Sept. 17 with the topic highlighting 'Dividing Dahlias' presented by guest speaker Kierstin Briggs.

On Saturday, the Nevada Press Association held its annual conference and award ceremony in Reno, during which the winners of 2024 press awards were announced. Carson Now brought home four wins for the year.

The Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space Department is excited to announce that we will be hosting a Fall Volunteer Celebration on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 3:00pm to 6:00 p.m. at Silver Saddle Ranch, 2648 Carson River Rd, Carson City.

A 35-year-old man was arrested Sunday for suspicion of misdemeanor DUI and basic speeding, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office booking report.

Problem solving is the topic of the next Rotary Club of Carson City meeting. The public is invited to attend the meeting which takes place Tuesday, Sept. 17 at noon in the Brewery Arts Center’s Grand Ballroom.

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.

A Silver Springs man has been identified in a fatal crash that happened last month on US-50A in Lyon County, according to Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol.

UPDATE 1:34PM: The FAA reports a single-engine Globe GC-1B Swift collided with a single-engine Cessna 206 midair near the Minden-Tahoe Airport killing the sole occupant on the Globe. Meanwhile, KRNV reports there were two survivors. Douglas County Sheriff Dan Coverly confirms one of the planes involved was Civil Air Patrol.
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UPDATE 11AM: The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office has responded to a mid-air collision, which happened at the Minden-Tahoe Airport at 9:47 a.m. One aircraft was able to make a landing at the airport, while the other crashed into a field off Highway 395 near Johnson Lane, said Douglas County spokesman Eric Cachinero.

One fatality is confirmed at this time. The Minden-Tahoe Airport is open, with one runway available. This is an ongoing investigation and more information will be released as it becomes available.

The next Carson City Board of Supervisors meeting will be held Thursday, Sept. 19 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Bob Crowell Board Room of the Community Center located at 851 E. William St.

The Davis Fire is now 85 percent contained, having burned 5,824 acres, fire officials said in a Monday morning briefing.

On Friday, Sept. 27 the Carson City Moose Lodge 2709 will host their third annual wine train event in Mills Park from 4:30 to 7 p.m.

On Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, Capitol City Gun Club in Carson City will host a Sub-Gauge Sporting Clays Shoot from 9:00am to 4:30pm. Target fees will be discounted, and everyone is invited to come.

If you like reading, supporting local authors, and getting a jump start on your Christmas list, then you need to attend this author event of the year!

Interested in experiencing the thrill of flight in a single engine aircraft? The Carson City EAA Chapter 403 is hosting another Young Eagles event at the Carson City Airport on Saturday, Sept. 21.

UPDATE 5:15PM: Fire crews knocked down the fire in the 300 block of Arthur Drive, which was initially reported to the fire department as being on Silver Sage Drive.

The fire was caused by an overheated mechanical wood splitter that had been turned off after having been in use, according to Carson City Battalion Chief Jon Pedrini. There was no extension to the home and the fire stayed in a wood pile. Due to windy conditions, firefighting efforts were stepped up before it began to spread.

Pedrini noted that the homeowner, who had been splitting wood, was not at fault and that he had turned off the splitter and stepped inside briefly, when the overheated machinery ignited, causing the fire.

What a week! The Davis Fire has been a horrible reminder of what a high fire hazard area we live in. Today (Sept. 12), we have power again after three days without, but the winds were so strong there (was) a red flag warning with the added weight of “Particularly Dangerous Situation.”

The countdown continues as we are five days away from Dayton Valley Days, a two-day outdoor street festival where friends and families come together to celebrate in the historic downtown area. 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.

It's the largest to date with 150 vendors, crafters and food trucks and informational booths expected to line Pike Street. Organized by the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, Dayton Valley Days is packed with fun activities for everyone.

A 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.

The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team and Nevada Division of State Parks will host its first-ever Tahoe Bear Fest at Spooner Lake State Park on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This bear-focused, family-friendly event is designed to educate and engage the public on living and recreating responsibly in bear country.

UPDATE 5:35PM: State Route 431 Mount Rose Highway is now fully open, according to the Nevada Department of Transportation.
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UPDATE 9:50AM: Evacuations will be lifted Sunday for all homes impacted by the Davis Fire, according to Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District. Check perimetermap.com for the latest on road closures and evacuations.