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.