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HopeFest6 Announces Headlining Entertainment, 'The Waybacks'
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/27/2016 - 5:03pmCarson Tahoe Health Foundation is thrilled to announce the headlining entertainment for our annual free cancer benefit, HopeFest 6, the high-spirited, unpredictable, Bay Area born band, The Waybacks.
Eyes On Carson: Fourth Friday Music at Comma Coffee
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 07/22/2016 - 9:41pmVisitors to Comma Coffee enjoyed folk and bluegrass sounds Friday night outside in the adjacent courtyard.
Dangermuffin performs this Saturday at BAC for Levitt AMP Carson City's free music series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/07/2016 - 11:52amHead down to the Brewery Arts Center this Saturday night for an unforgettable free concert under the stars! As with every Saturday night concert, there will be food and drink on hand as well as kid’s activities and fun for the whole family.
The Rowans to bring Americana rock favorites as 2016 Concert Under the Stars opening act
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/04/2016 - 11:21amCarson City has had the pleasure of welcoming Rowan brothers, Lorin and Chris over the years as they’ve played at Cafe at Adele’s. This year is no different, but with one exception: In addition to opening Concert Under the Stars, A Benefit For The Greenhouse Project, Thursday, July 14, The Rowans also play at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 13, on the veranda.
Eye on Carson: BAC amps it up on Saturday night
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 07/02/2016 - 9:02pmThe Brewery Arts Center (BAC) amped up an already busy holiday weekend in Carson City with its weekly Levitt-AMP Concert Saturday evening.
Levitt AMP Carson City brings in Sierra Sweethearts and Southwestern Piligrimage
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/30/2016 - 3:29pmThe Brewery Arts Center is in the middle of an unforgettable season of free concerts under the stars in Carson City. With six more concerts left, grab your family, friends and neighbors and get ready to head on down to Carson City and Brewery Arts Center’s newest community treasure.
This Saturday, 7pm, is a double header, The Sierra Sweethearts and Southwestern Pilgrimage where humor, great harmonies, unique instruments and all that is good in American music will rule the night.
New concert series set to begin in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 06/01/2016 - 4:00pmThe Brewery Arts Center, in partnership with the Municipality of Carson City and the Levitt Amp Foundation, is introducing a brand-new live music concert series to the Nevada state capital starting Saturday, June 4 and running ten consecutive weeks through August 6.
I Love Carson City’s Memorial Weekend Event Summary: May 28-30
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 05/27/2016 - 8:30pmMidnight Madness has descended upon the valley, bringing with it a 72 hour softball tournament at Centennial Park. Don’t be surprised to see more cyclists on the road: an unofficial pre-ride for Epic Rides is this weekend. Head to the Nevada State Railroad Museum to see the Glenbrook all steamed up. Take a look at the whole summary: there’s a whole lot of fun to be had around town during this three-day weekend.
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Memorial Day Weekend 2016: Activities and observances around Carson City
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/27/2016 - 1:04pmHelp honor those who have served our country with a flag placing at the Lone Mountain Cemetery, or at one of the several Memorial Day ceremonies around the area. Here's what's happening this Memorial Day weekend around Carson City.
Kick off the summer with Memorial Day weekend activities
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 05/26/2016 - 6:00amMother Nature almost always has something wacky in store for Northern Nevada over Memorial Day weekend. Rain or shine (or unexpected blizzard) there is something fun to be found in Carson City. Be ready for anything with this sneak peak of this weekend’s activities. Help honor those who have served our country with a flag placing at the Lone Mountain Cemetery, or at one of the several Memorial Ceremonies around the area.
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Lineup for Brewery Arts Center's free summer concert series
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/30/2016 - 9:00amThe Brewery Arts Center (BAC) in downtown Carson City will be hosting a free summer concert series this year, sponsored by the Mortimer and Mimi Levitt Foundation.
Through the efforts of the BAC, Carson City was one of 15 cities nationwide awarded the concert series for 2016.
The Levitt AMP Carson City Music Series kicks off June 4 and will run every Saturday evening through August 6 with live music starting at 7 p.m. along Minnesota Street next to the BAC. The 10-week music series will include one Friday night show on June 17.
The concert series is free and open to the public.
Carson City fundraiser to help rider's journey to raise horse adoption awareness
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/27/2016 - 1:41pmAn independent and assisted living community in Carson City will host a fundraising event Tuesday to support a Nevada woman's effort to bring awareness and support to wild horse adoption.
The event, dubbed "Along for the Ride" will be done in support of Samantha Szesciorka, who, for the second time since 2013, will ride across Nevada by horseback to advocate for wild horses.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: April 23-24
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 04/22/2016 - 7:41pmInto every life a little rain must fall, and we just got plenty. The tulips and lilac blooming around town will be pleased. Unfortunately, it could make for soggy feet if you’ve got any outdoor activities planned. Lucky for us, plenty of fun can be found indoors. Hit the Carson Mall for Cowgirls and Lipstick or learn about rare coins at the Nevada State Museum. Meet author Joe Crowley at Browsers' Corner Book Store or read to therapy dogs at the Carson City Library. There's something for everyone on this list, so take a look and have a great weekend, Carson City.
I Love Carson City’s Easter Weekend Event Summary: March 26-27
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sat, 03/26/2016 - 3:08amSpring has sprung. Days getting longer, flowers blooming, and now Easter weekend is upon us. Egg hunts, brunches, and even a parade are all part of the fun. Take a look at this weekend’s event summary for family fun, live music, and much more.
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Winter, Wine and Jazz 2016: Oscar-themed, red carpet night to benefit Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/02/2016 - 10:58amThe Brewery Arts Center, Carson City’s premiere epicenter for the arts since 1975 will bring to Carson City Winter Wine, Spirits and All That Jazz, an evening of wine, beer and spirit tasting, featuring the very best in art, music and entertainment that the area has to offer happening for the second year all over the campus of the Brewery Arts Center.
Friday, Jan. 29: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 01/29/2016 - 8:39amIt’s the last weekend of January: where does the time go? Head out to one of our local hot spots for some food, fun, and friends. The Brewery Arts Center is a triple threat tonight with the Carson High School play, an artist’s show and reception, and bluegrass band: the Dusty Green Bones. Enjoy Josh and Jenera at Living the Good Life while you dine, then stick around for DJ Bobby G. Wish Sassafras a happy birthday at their new location with local favorites, the Trippin King Snakes.
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I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: Nov. 28-29
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/27/2015 - 9:48pmThe long weekend continues, along with great shopping, friends, family, and fun. It’s Small Business Saturday, which is a great time to explore our downtown shops, and the local businesses throughout town. Don’t miss the Christmas Kick-off at Evergreen Gene’s, complete with a visit from Santa. Carson Valley Inn hosts its annual Kandy Kane Holiday Craft Fair. You will also find great Nevada items in our Museum Gift Shops and at the Chamber of Commerce’s Artisan Gallery.
Small Business SATURDAY:
Bluegrass & Strings Series presents Whiskey Before Breakfast
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 11/25/2015 - 12:45pmThe Brewery Arts Center is presenting the toe tapping sounds of “Whiskey Before Breakfast” on Saturday, November 28 at 7pm at 2015 in the Maizie Harris Jesse Black Box Theater.
Playing traditional Irish and Scottish tunes in the Northern NV/CA area Whiskey Before Breakfast is made up of artists from Reno, Nevada creating music under the Watersign Studios record label.
Carson City 2015 Nevada Day weekend, Halloween event lineup
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/29/2015 - 1:39pmHere’s the 2015 Nevada Day event lineup and Halloween happenings, Thursday through Sunday. For all Halloween events go here. For everything Nevada Day, check out the official Nevada Day website here. Otherwise, see the event listing below.
THURSDAY
RSVP NEVADA DAY CARNIVAL, MILLS PARK IN CARSON CITY
Carnival rides for adults and children, live music, food booths, craft vendors & more. Hours: 10/29: 5pm - 9pm; 10/30-31: Noon - 9pm; 11/1: Noon - 8pm
I Love Carson City Weekend Event Summary: Oct. 24-25
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 10/23/2015 - 5:50pmOne last weekend until Nevada Day, and the ghosts and ghouls are coming out of the woodwork. Learn our haunted history with the Downtown Ghost Walk. For thrills and chills, don’t miss the Second Annual Carson Creepy Short Horror Film Competition in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall. For a complete list of all Halloween activities this week go here.
SATURDAY:
Free Bluegrass Concert
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/02/2015 - 3:58pmThis very talented family bluegrass band has performed all over Nevada and California and are adept on the guitar, fiddle, mandolin, and cello.
Rowan Brothers return to Carson City's Cafe at Adele’s with acoustic roots show
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/18/2015 - 7:25amRowan Brothers return to Carson City Sept. 24, on the Veranda at Cafe at Adele’s in what is becoming something of an annual tradition. The music starts at 6 p.m.
Each year about this time, Lorin Rowan and Chris Rowan bring patrons an evening of music that includes both new and old original songs and an array of everything from rock and pop to Americana and bluegrass.
Well versed in many genres and presented accoustically with beautiful harmonies, an evening with The Rowans is always a delight.
“This is something we always look forward to,” Lorin said.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: August 22-23
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/21/2015 - 5:23pmHold on to your hats, Carson City, summer isn’t ready to quit us just yet. An aviation air show at the Minden Airport, the coin show and fair at the Nevada State Museum, and a fishing derby for the kids at Little Washoe Lake are only the tip of the iceberg. The Pavilion at Mills Park is where you’ll find the annual Carson High Football Boosters Fundraising BBQ. The Quicksilver Dog Agility Trials are always fun to watch, and they’ll be at Fuji Park all weekend. Carson Lanes has family fun indoors and out all day long during their Bowling Blast-off.
Final days for Jazz & Beyond Festival
Submitted by admin on Fri, 08/21/2015 - 2:34pmThe Jazz & Beyond - Carson City Music Festival concludes with nine events on Saturday, August 22, and four events on Sunday August 23.
Saturday events are:
Music in the Market – Barbara Baxter - 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Third & Curry St. Farmer's Market. Barbara Baxter sings soul-laced jazz with Jimmy Vermilion on piano.
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: August 15-16
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/14/2015 - 8:11pmIt’s a blast from the past weekend. Get started with some history at the Dangberg Home Historic Ranch with the Naughty Tea Mistresses. A walking tour of our haunted past begins at the corner of Third and Curry with the Downtown Ghost Walk. Celebrate Prohibition-style at the Brewery Arts Center: the annual Speakeasy Swing Dance Party wants to see you in your finest zoot suit or flapper dress. Head back to the Eighties at Living the Good Life; DJ Bobby G is spinning the hits from yesteryear.
Friday, August 14: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/14/2015 - 5:15amWhat a great day in Carson City! Jazz and Beyond continues with Stereo Galaxy at Third and Carson, an outdoor concert at the new Brewery Art Center Minnesota Street Stage, and a special event at the Governor’s Mansion with the Horse Crazy Cowboy Band. Unleash your inner artist at Comma Coffee’s ‘Paint, Drink, and Be Merry’ or at the Senior Center with a special watercolor painting fundraiser. Pop Warner is looking for your support; head over to Governor’s Field for Friday Night Lights. Take a gander at the whole list, there’s something for everyone today.
FRIDAY: Jazz and Beyond
- ‘Wally’s World: The Loneliest Art Collection in Nevada’ in the OXS Gallery at the Nevada Arts Council: 716 N. Carson St. (8am-5pm)
- Industrial Art at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)
Sunday, August 9: Things to do around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 08/09/2015 - 9:23amHow does a picnic sound? Head to the Capitol Grounds for an afternoon of music beginning with the Champagne Singers at 4:30 p.m. followed by the Reno Video Game Symphony. Bring a chair or blanket, something to snack on, and your friends and family. The Carson City Library is wrapping up its adult summer reading program with a special presentation by adventurer, photographer, cyclist Rick Gunn. Like, did you totally know that Clueless is playing at the Galaxy Theater tonight? Miss out on that? As if.
SUNDAY: Jazz and Beyond
- Hot August Nights in Reno and Sparks
- Back to School at Carson Hot Springs (Free 17 and younger admission per paid adult; outdoor pools only; 7am-10pm)
- NAA Exhibit by artist Nancy Clarke at the Carson Visitor Center (8am-5pm)
- Carson City BMX races at the Livermore (Edmonds) Sports Complex (Signups 9am-10am; $10)
- Virginia and Truckee Round-trip Steam Train Rides -leave from Carson City Eastgate Depot: on Flint Drive, off U.S. Highway 50 East at 10am- Depart Virginia City Depot 3pm (tickets limited, $52, seniors and veterans $48, kids 3-16 $32)
I Love Carson City's Weekend Event Summary: August 8-9
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/07/2015 - 6:10pmAfter the Friday wind and rain, we are supposed to see some clear skies: but don’t quote me on that. You know how the weather here can be. The Third and Curry Farmers Market vendors are tough, though, so your weekly dose of fresh produce will be waiting for you either way. Don’t miss the autumn plant sale at the Greenhouse Project booth. The Carson City Historical Society hosts their second yard sale of the season at the historic Forman-Roberts House on North Carson Street, so have fun treasure hunting.
SATURDAY: Jazz and Beyond
- Ascent Runs: Genoa Peaks Mad-A-Thon: Ultra 55K; Marathon 26.2M, Half-Marathon 13.1M -Begins at Nixon Park in Genoa (6am; all runners must check-in)
- Hot August Nights in Reno and Sparks
Johnny Cash Tribute Show comes to Piper's Opera House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/06/2015 - 10:48amJimmie Ray’s Black Train – A Tribute to Johnny and June, Trains, America and some friends – A Musical Journey Back in Time – The Man, The Music, The Memories - Is coming to the Piper’s Opera House for the third year; this time as part of a fund raiser for the Kiwanis Club. Theater.
This show is designed to more than a concert but an experience. In 2003 the world has lost both American roots legends, Johnny Cash and the beloved June Carter Cash.
JoAnne Skelly: Finding drought tolerant lawn grass alternatives
Submitted by editor on Sun, 08/02/2015 - 11:14amI’m often asked, “Are there lawn grasses that are more drought-tolerant than fescue or Kentucky bluegrass?” The answer is yes, according to one reader.
Tina of Carson City wrote me this past week: