Awareness

Carson City Nevada TRIAD presents “Holiday Shopping Safety and Situational Awareness”, a public safety workshop sponsored by Carson City Sheriff’s Office at the Carson City Senior Center Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 11:45 a.m.

The Carson City Board of Supervisors have several open seats available for a number of commissions, boards and committees.

CARSON CITY — In commemorating Diabetes Awareness Month, Carson Tahoe Health will be hosting a series of complementary diabetes self-management classes throughout the month of November.

It isn't every day the public gets to watch civic leaders and their staff duke it out.

But for the second straight year, a healthy crowd watched them tag each other with dodge balls Thursday night at the Multipurpose Athletic Center (MAC) in Carson City.

The countdown continues. Nevada Day is observed Friday, so get ready for an action-packed three-day weekend. Head down to Old Town Dayton for their annual Haunted Hayrides into History. You’ll find games, refreshments, Ghostly Pioneers, and it’s the perfect place for your costume. The Boys and Girls Club invites you to their ‘Lights on Afterschool’ event with an ice cream social, face painting, games, bounce house, S.T.E.M. labs and more. A Dodgeball battle at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center raises money for Domestic Abuse Awareness.

Throughout October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month the Mary Kay Foundation is awarding 150, $20,000 grants to domestic violence shelters nationwide including Carson City-based Advocates to End Domestic Violence.

On Tuesday, October 24, from 12-1 PM, Adams Hub for innovation will present a Business-to-Business Sales skills workshop, “Winning More B2B Sales.” This event is open to the public at no cost. Reservation is required.

CARSON CITY — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada celebrates the 18th Annual National Lights On Afterschool with hands-on STEM activities, games, ice cream sundaes and support from local partners and dignitaries on Thursday, Oct. 26 from 4-6 p.m. The event is open to the community.

Nevada Day is just around the corner, but don’t jump the gun. This weekend offers fun for the young and young-at-heart. If you’ve got more apples than you know what to do with, the Greenhouse Garden Center has a cider press available today. Play BINGO for a good cause at the Carson City Senior Center, and don’t forget your costume. Carson City Symphony Association begins their 34th Season today with a concert at the Bob Boldrick Theater; as always, those under 18 get free admission.

SUNDAY:

Area residents dropped of prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines and syringes Saturday during the Fall Prescription Drug Roundup held at participating locations around Carson City.

Welcome back to the weekend, readers. Halloween stuff is plentiful (go HERE for a complete list of upcoming activities), pumpkins are patched, the ghosts are walking, and there are loads of events to keep you, your friends and family entertained. The Harvest Train at the Nevada Railroad Museum is a fun treat for kids of all ages. It’s time for the annual all-day downtown Ghost Walk. From 10 a.m.

Carson High School junior Ashley Figueroa was presented Thursday with a certificate proclaiming her winner of the State Fire Prevention and Awareness poster contest in the High School category.

The weekend is almost here, bringing with it early Halloween parties, the Advocates to End Domestic Violence ‘Light up the Dark’ Run/walk, and even more fun at the Nevada Railroad Museum. For now, you may as well enjoy the day we’ve been given.

Help victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in the Carson City community by signing up and joining Advocates to End Domestic Violence at its annual Light After Dark Walk and Run event this Saturday, 6 p.m. at Silver Oak Golf and Event Center in Carson City.

During Partnership Carson City’s drug roundup in April, more than 247 pounds of medications and 91 pounds of hypodermic needles were collected.

Sign up now to participate in The Great Nevada ShakeOut, the annual public earthquake drill that promotes earthquake awareness and safety. Join 600,000 Nevadans and 52 million people worldwide on Thursday, Oct. 19 at 10:19 a.m. who are practicing how to react in an earthquake.

CARSON CITY — Nevada students are invited to showcase their artistic talents and promote radon awareness by entering the 2018 Nevada Radon Poster Contest, offered by University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Radon Education Program. The Oct. 31 deadline to enter is fast approaching.

Carson High School junior Ethan Byassee placed first in Race for the Cure held Sunday at City Plaza in downtown Reno. The 17-year-old finished with a time of 17:23. Ethan is a member of the CHS Varsity Cross Country team and Track and Field teams.

CHS Honors Government Students, three separate classes, are hosting fundraisers as part of teacher Angila Golik’s U.S. Citizenship unit.

From 11am-12pm Linda Bundy will discuss targeting the 8 Core Defects in Type 2 Diabetes and how it improves outcomes, attitudes, and self – esteem, (discuss use of GLP-1 and SGLT2 medication for better diabetes control.) From 12pm-1pm Kim Mason, RD and dietitian staff will talk about Mind over Meal, how your brain tricks you into eating more, with intro to Intuitive eating. This session will be held in the Bristlecone Room at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center.

From 5pm-6pm Syndi Skilling will discuss the different phone apps to download and use. Then from 6pm-7pm John Sutton, DO will talk about the use of analog insulin vs. Human insulin to manage diabetes, (evaluating prescription costs vs, treatment effectiveness.) Call (775) 445-5169 fro more information. Class will be held at the Carson Tahoe Health and Wellness Institute.

To Kickoff Diabetes Awareness Month the Health and Wellness Institute will have David Johnson talking about insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome from 11am-12pm. Then from 12pm-1pm Colleen will teach a cardio and strength exercise intro class. Signups for ongoing exercise class. Call (775) 445-5169 for more information.

It’s hard to see straight when the weekend approaches. The Downtown Business Association hosts their monthly wine walk on Saturday, but that is just the tip of the fun-time iceberg. Due Sorella, also known as Two Sisters, welcomes their annual Autumn Vintage Faire to the large parking lot behind them and the Airstreams on Main event brings shiny trailer nostalgia with them. Join the Annual Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center this evening – just remember to bring a jacket, it’s getting chilly once the sun goes down.

October might bring to mind everything pumpkin-colored, but Carson Tahoe Health would rather you ‘Think Pink.’ The annual kick-off to Breast Cancer Awareness Month returns to Red’s Old 395 with yummy appetizers, cold drinks, and plenty of pink. The Washington Redskins take on the Kansas City Chiefs tonight for Monday Night Football. If you haven’t decided where to watch, the football party and buffet at Living the Good Life is a new option. Take your competitive nature to Carson Cigar Co. for their Tabletop Game Night.

A Vietnam War-era combat helicopter turned into an art exhibit was on display Sunday at the Carson City Community Center.

Dozens of spectators and participants released balloons Saturday morning on Bob McFadden Plaza in downtown Carson City to recognize a loved one lost to suicide.

With all the motorcycles on the road, you may be looking for some peace and quiet. Luckily, it’s fee-free day at all of the Nevada State Parks. Load up the kids, pack a picnic, at head to the great outdoors. Don’t miss out on the last-of-the-season Farmers Market at Third and Curry, stock up on local honey and load your basket with yummy stuff. Oktoberfest takes over the McFadden Plaza at 3 p.m. Bavarian and German beers, authentic food, and live music await. Keep reading for everything the area has to offer.

SATURDAY:

CARSON CITY — Carson Tahoe Health will celebrate its 16th annual Think Pink breast cancer awareness campaign this Monday, Oct. 2.
Red’s Old 395 Grill will once again host the event from 5 to 7 p.m. in Carson City. The event is free to attend and individuals wearing a Carson Tahoe Think Pink T-shirt (any year) will receive free appetizers courtesy of Red’s.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has received a $43,000 grant from the Nevada Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety, to support the agency's participation in the Joining Forces traffic safety campaign for the coming year.

The Carson City District Attorney's Office will host a friendly game of dodge ball it has dubbed "Dodge for the Cause II." This event will promote domestic violence awareness along with other community organizations.