Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 2

Heading into Wednesday, Oct. 2 events lined up include Coffee with a Cop at Comma Coffee, Walk and Bike to School Day, a public meeting to discuss stormwater rates, art workshops and showings, a Bee City USA meeting at Greenhouse Garden Center, the first gathering of Women Seeking Safety classes at the Salvation Army, family story time at the library, presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren at the Carson City MAC, Salsa dancing and more.

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Here's what's happening Wednesday:

— Carson City, Douglas and Lyon counties to participate in Walk to School Day. Many Nevada schoolchildren will take part in organized events to walk or bicycle to school on Wednesday in recognition of International Walk to School Day. Children not taking part in an organized school event are encouraged to involve their family in safely walking or bicycling to school on Oct. 2 and other days. Walking and bicycling to school events are planned for Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, Washoe, Clark and other counties. Approximately 50 Nevada schools in 13 different communities participated in last year’s Walk to School Day as part of ongoing activities to promote walking and bicycling throughout the year. During International Walk to School Day and every day, drivers should watch for children walking and bicycling to school and be mindful of school zone speed reductions, as well as varying school start times. Motorists should also only pass bicyclists when it is safe with at least three feet of space between the bicycle and vehicle and never overtake a vehicle that has stopped at a crosswalk. Pedestrians and bicyclists should only cross streets when safe, and always look for vehicles before and while crossing. Per state law, no u-turns or passing are allowed in active school zones or school crossing zones.

— Annual ‘Coffee with a Cop’ hosted by Comma Coffee. 7:30 a.m. Comma Coffee located at 312 S Carson St will host Carson City’s “Coffee with a Cop” social from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. “Coffee with a Cop” is a growing initiative across America with over 650 law enforcement agencies in 47 states participating. The goal of the meeting is to allow officers and the community a relaxed time to exchange topics and share information in a setting where crisis or other 9-1-1 related events are not taking place. This is a time to get to know one-another and share interests. The Carson City Sheriff’s Office uses many opportunities to educate the public about the mission and values of the department, but this agenda free event focuses more toward informal chatting with those professionals in the community who are actually serving you. When you arrive, officers from the Sheriff’s Office will be on hand to share coffee over the table and learn more about what concerns you.

— Ronald McDonald Care Mobile at Carson High School. 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Providing oral healthcare to children in northern Nevada, the mobile will be at Carson High School on Wednesday and Empire Elementary on Thursday. Run through the Nevada Health Centers, staff aboard the Ronald McDonald mobile center focuses on treatment, education, prevention and advocacy to children. The Care Mobile is fully staffed with a dentist, dental assistants and office assistants. Services provided include: Restorative and preventive care, exams, cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, fillings, extractions, x-rays, and oral health education. The mobile will be at CHS Wednesday, Oct. 2, 7:30 a.m to 5:30 p.m. Carson High School, 1111, North Saliman Road, Carson City and Thursday, Oct. 3, 7:30 a.m. to noon, Empire Elementary School, 1260 Monte Rosa Drive. Additionally, info at https://www.nevadahealthcenters.org/services/ronald-mcdonald-care-mobile/
NVHC’s mission is to provide access to quality healthcare services throughout Nevada. The Care Mobile most dental insurance plans, Medicaid, and Nevada Check-up. A sliding fee scale is available for uninsured patients.

— Capital City Arts Initiative Presents: New Crop 2019. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Carson City Courthouse Gallery, 885 E. Musser St. The Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) presents its exhibition, New Crop 2019, by artists Mark Combs and Frances Melhop.

— Capital City Arts Initiative Presents: Constellation. 8 a.m. The Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) presents its exhibition, Constellation. Nine students from the University of Nevada Reno’s Bachelor of Fine Arts program have work in the exhibit. The free exhibition is available to the public now through Dec. 10, 2019 on Mondays – Fridays, 8:00 a.m. – noon and 1:00-4:00 p.m. The artists include Rachael Blizzard, Tessa Clawson, Josh Galarza, Robert Ibarra, Sandra Kramp, Carla Miller, Cesar Piedra, Shara Sinatra, and Amber Skilling. For more information about each artist please visit the CCAI website. The exhibition is at the Carson City BRIC, 108 E Proctor St., Carson City.

— Nevada Artists Association Art Gallery Autumn Membership Show, now through Oct. 18. Enjoy artwork from our member artists. Membership has risen to nearly 150 local artists during our 40th year operating as a gallery. The Autumn Membership show runs from Sept. 8 to Oct. 18 at Nevada Artists Association Art Gallery at 449 W. King Street in Carson City. Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Also, save the date, Nov. 3 we will be hosting our 40th Anniversary Celebration on location at the Gallery, 2-4 p.m. Please join us in marking this historical occasion.

— Open Studio Painting at the Brewery Arts Center. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work on your own paintings from subject matter you chose for yourself. The instructor will provide one on one instruction throughout the class. Students may use oil, acrylic, or watercolor paint. Dry media is also welcome. Bring your own supplies and source materials (such as photographs or drawings you wish to paint). This in an open enrollment drop in class so there is no need to enroll in advance. Classes: 9:00-12:00 or 12:30-3:30. $25 per session or $40 for the day, payment made to instructor. For more details contact the Brewery Arts Center here or by calling 883-1976.

— Lt. Governor Kate Marshall speaks to Douglas, Carson City Legal Professionals. 11:45 a.m. Lt. Governor Kate Marshall will speak at the Douglas, Carson City Legal Professionals monthly meeting on October 2 at 11:45 a.m. The meeting will be held at Red's Old 395 Grill at 1055 S Carson St, Carson City. There is a $5 charge for non-members; members are free; lunch is optional. Space is limited. Reservations accepted by emailing a request to NALSDCLP@gmail.com.

— Basic Pottery Skills at Ogres-Holm Pottery. 1 to 4 p.m. Studio manager, Lucas Lamont, introduces you to clay, in this 6-week open start class, designed to get you started with clay. The syllabus includes pinch pots, coil pots, sculpture, and an introduction to wheel throwing. $175 for 6 week class including open studio times or $45 for drop in classes. 1215 S. Carson St. Carson City.

— Wine and Dine Watercolor Classes. 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. Students get a reminder text each week. Drop in basis — no monthly commitment necessary. On rare occasions we meet elsewhere, students will be notified. To sign up, get a supply list or ask questions email Dana at tfa.create@gmail.com. The event is at Black Bear Diner inside Max Casino, 900 South Carson Street.

— Carson City to host public meeting to discuss stormwater rates. 5 p.m. Carson City Public Works will be hosting a public meeting regarding stormwater rates on Oct. 2, 2019, 5 to 7 p.m. in the Ormsby Room at the Sheriff’s Office.
Carson City is considering updating the Stormwater rate structure; please join Carson City Public Works for a presentation about potential changes to Stormwater rates and provide feedback. The meeting will be at the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Ormsby Room, 911 E Musser St.

— Bee City USA Public Meeting at Greenhouse Garden Center. 5 p.m. Carson City Bee City USA will meet Wednesday, Oct. 2 for a special discussion with Greenhouse Garden Center owner David Ruff who will talk about preparing your landscape for winter. The meeting is from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Green House Garden Center, 2450 S. Curry Street in Carson City. Hot chocolate, cookies and coffee will be available. For more information see www.carson.org/beecityusa

— Women Seeking Safety class offered weekly in Carson City. 5:45 p.m. Seeking Safety is an evidence-based, present-focused counseling model to help people attain safety from trauma and/or substance abuse. It focuses on coping skills to help you become more safe in your relationships, thinking and actions. Many women have experienced abuse or trauma in their lives. Seeking Safety is a safe, optimistic series that focuses on your strengths and helps you increase them. It focuses on what you can do right now to create a better life for yourself. This series is held weekly, 6:45 p.m. at the Salvation Army office, 911 E. Second Street in Carson City. It is free and open to women of all ages. Seeking Safety is sponsored by the Sexual Abuse Response Team (SART) of Carson City. More information can be found at sartccnv@gmail.com.

— Presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren to host town hall at Carson City MAC. 6 p.m. U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren will host a town hall in Carson City this Wednesday, Oct. 2 at the Carson City MAC, 1860 Russell Way. Doors open for the event at 5 p.m. and the event will begin at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Tickets aren’t required, but an RSVP is strongly encouraged. Go here to RSVP. Admission will be first come, first served. If you need ADA accommodations at this event, please let a volunteer or a member of Warren's team know when you arrive. You can also reach out in advance at nevadaforwarren@elizabethwarren.com.

— Spanish Night, Salsa Dance Lessons in Downtown Carson City. 6 p.m. SALSA Wednesdays located at Yaple's Ballroom Dance Studio, 315 N. Carson St. Carson City. Classes are 6 pm Intermediate Level Class, 7 pm Beginning Level Class. Just $10 a class​. Then after your dance lesson, just for us food and drink specials offered across the street at Battle Born Social! The dance floor is open, music will be playing and you can continue dancing and practicing your dance moves! The Salsa Social will cost NOTHING, only but your support to the restaurant and bar. Help us build us downtown Carson City with more fun activities that the whole family can join!

— Pajama Storytime at Carson City Library. 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Wear your PJs for a bedtime-themed storytime! Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times. 900 North Roop Street, Carson City.