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Tickets are Still Available for an Evening with Jorma Kaukonen
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/16/2012 - 2:38pmGeneral admission tickets are still available for Jorma Kaukonen’s performance this Thursday, Oct. 18 at The High Sierra Brewing Company in Carson City. Kaukonen, a founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, is one of the most highly respected interpreters of Americana, Blues and American roots music. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy his music in an intimate, up close setting. The show begins at 8:00pm, doors open at 7 pm.
Legendary guitarist on tap at High Sierra Brewing Company
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 09/22/2012 - 9:38amAt the age of 14, years after requisite piano lessons - and discovering he didn't like the discipline required - Jorma Kaukonen discovered guitar and found it was his instrument.
The now Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, founding member of iconic rock band The Jefferson Airplane and of long-touring band Hot Tuna and legendary guitarist in his own right, plays High Sierra Brewing Company, Thursday, Oct. 18 at 8 p.m. in a show produced by Chili Bop Entertainment.
Notch 8 plays tonight as series continues at Cafe at Adele's
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/22/2012 - 10:42pmThe second show of the 10th annual Summer Concerts on the Veranda Series takes place tonight at Café at Adele’s. The music plays every Thursday through Sept. 13, from 6 to 9:30 p.m.
Offering a line-up that ranges from jazz and world music to American rock and country, this season showcases some of the best talent from Nevada and California.
"Each year, the concert series has grown and we have enjoyed a wide range of music by talented performers, all of whom bring something special to the table," said Charlie Abowd, chef and co-owner of Cafe at Adele's.
Carson City goes full-board live music with Jazz and Beyond Music Festival in August
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 3:27amThe summer sizzles as the Mile High Jazz Band Association, Carson City, local businesses and jazz lovers proudly present the 2012 "Jazz & Beyond" Carson City Music Festival, an annual event that began in August 2004. Performances at multiple venues in Carson City will feature more than 100 musicians in over 50 bands, Aug. 3-19 and are mainly free. Music styles include Dixieland jazz, big band, bluegrass, Latin, blues and folk.
Concerts At The Carson Mall
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 10:03amEnjoy the music of Road Dogs, Great Southern Rock and Blues, 12-2 p.m. July 29 at the Carson Mall.
CANNED HEAT
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 06/28/2012 - 10:29pmFriday, June 29
CANNED HEAT
With original members Harvey Mandel, Larry Taylor and Fito De La Parra
Opening act; Bootleggers
Jethro's, Gardenerville, NV – 775-265-2215
8:30PM. $25 advance.
All Ages
Carson City Harley-Davidson and Renegade Productions present Canned Heat in concert on Friday, June 29 at Jethro’s Bar and Grill in Gardnerville on Friday, June 29. Show is at 8:30 and tickets are $25. Opening act, Bootleggers start at 8:30pm. Advance tickets available through jambasetickets.com or at the venue. Hotline for more info: 775-337-8344 or 775-265-2215.
Introduction to Acoustic Music and Singing (For ages 6 and up)
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/19/2012 - 4:12pmThis series will introduce traditional acoustic music styles through instruments and voice.
Students will follow the development of genres such as the blues, bluegrass, Celtic music, gospel, jazz, Latin, and traditional folk music through presentations and demonstrations. Participants will be able to try out a variety of acoustic instruments. Songs will be selected by the group for a short recital at the end of the week.
Tuition: $95 ($85 for siblings and BAC Members)
Hours: 9:00 to 11:30 am Mon-Fri
Dates: Session I: June 18-22
Session II: Aug 6-10
Snow Goose chosen for 2013 Duck Stamp contest
Submitted by admin on Sun, 06/10/2012 - 12:00pmThe Nevada Waterfowl Association (NWA) has selected the Snow Goose for this year’s Nevada Duck Stamp Art Contest.
The 2013 Nevada Duck Stamp Art Contest is sanctioned by the Nevada Board of Wildlife Commissioners (NBWC), with the winning artwork to be featured on the 2013-2014 state stamp.
Music series High Notes kicks off in June at North Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 05/31/2012 - 4:16pmNorth Lake Tahoe takes its music outdoors with a variety of live concerts, festivals and headliner events – all part of the destination’s High Notes: North Lake Tahoe Summerlong Music series, running June through September. The lake’s live music campaign also has a designated website that covers all the free events and ticketed performances.
Free Weekly Summer Concerts
Top music and comedy acts lined up at Lake Tahoe's MontBleu for 2012
Submitted by editor on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 3:01pmThe 2012 line-up of entertainment is guaranteed to Blue ‘em away at Lake Tahoe South’s MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa. The New Year’s festivities and beyond continue the trend of popular contemporary artists including: The Cataracs, NOFX, Lucinda Williams, The Expendables, Whitney Cummings, 311 and Wayne Brady. The combo of entertainment, amenities and nightlife has established MontBleu on the virtual map among revelers.
2011 Ends on a High Note…
Baxter's high-power jazz lifts audiences
Submitted by admin on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 4:01amJazz vocalist Barbara Baxter returns to Adele's 6-9:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15, performing her diverse repertoire comprised of classic jazz, blues and Great American Song Book standards."Perform...
Hikes are where you find them, sometimes at the top of a ski lift
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 11:07amMost experienced Carson City hikers would probably never consider starting a trip from the beginning of the Heavenly Mountain Resort's Gondola lift in South Lake Tahoe. It's not the most challenging trek around Carson City — you can always do Prison Hill from the river side or the city side and have a good view of Carson City and Slide Mountain. Or dead Man's Creek at Washoe Lake.
Jazz around Carson City this week
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/09/2011 - 9:46amHere's what's hot on local jazz scene this week in celebration of Jazz! Carson City 2011: The Mile High Jazz Band will gather for Hot August Jazz Tuesday, Aug. 9, from 8:00-10:00 p.m. at Comma Courtyard, 312 S. Carson St.
Hundreds Of Trees Planted But Few Jobs Created In Clark County Federal Stimulus Project
Submitted by Nevada News Bureau on Mon, 08/08/2011 - 2:00amCARSON CITY – If a $490,000 grant to plant trees in Clark County public places as part of a federal job-creating stimulus project should be measured by the “greening” of Southern Nevada, then the effort might be considered a modest success.
Thirteen different government and nonprofit entities applied for 1,814 trees for planting at 35 different public areas in Southern Nevada through the grant. A total of 1,541 trees have been provided to the agencies and groups for planting, mostly at schools and parks around the Vegas valley.
Jazz! Carson City fires up with Clooney tribute, ice cream social
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/30/2011 - 8:26pmA tribute to Rosemary Clooney and an ice cream social with live music will kick off a month-jazz extravaganza for the 8th annual Jazz! Carson City Music Festival.
Linda Merrell will perform a jazz tribute to Rosemary Clooney on Sunday, July 31, from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at Sierra Place Senior Living, 1111 W. College Parkway in Carson City.
High school rock band regroups after connecting on Facebook
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/22/2011 - 11:39amBlackbane, a nine-member Lassen High School alumni rock band who began the group's first incarnation nearly 30 years ago, will play together again this weekend at Black Tangerine in Reno, after reconnecting on Facebook.
"None of this would have happened if it weren't for Facebook," said Joe Moody, drummer and one of three members of the original band, Rocksalt. "I stayed in touch, playing over the years with a couple of the guys, but there were other members who had fallen off the face of the earth."
Mumbo Gumbo "Genre-bending Americana"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/20/2011 - 2:42pmFor over 20 years Mumbo Gumbo has been one of Northern California's top groups, releasing 9 original CDs and collecting numerous "Sammie" and "Best of Sacramento awards. The 7-piece band tours the Western United States, bringing their "genre-bending Americana" music to their many fans. Their big musical stew contains elements of soul, zydeco, folk, blues, rock, cajun, Caribbean, and country all mixed into their uniquely festive roots-music sound.
Blues Jam with Rick Metz
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/01/2011 - 5:56pmThe Jazz! Carson City Festival is a free public music festival highlighting great jazz and other music events. Come and join us in beautiful Carson City, NV for the 2011 Jazz! Carson City festival running from July 31 to August 31. Visit our website at www.JazzCarsonCity.com
Blues Jam with Rick Metz
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/01/2011 - 5:35pmThe Jazz! Carson City Festival is a free public music festival highlighting great jazz and other music events. Come and join us in beautiful Carson City, NV for the 2011 Jazz! Carson City festival running from July 31 to August 31. Visit our website at www.JazzCarsonCity.com
Blues Jam with Rick Metz
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/01/2011 - 2:14pmBlues Jam with Rick Metz
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/01/2011 - 2:00pmHeller Formally Announces U.S. Senate Run To Supporters
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/15/2011 - 9:22amBy Elizabeth Crum / Nevada News Bureau
At 8:12 a.m. this morning, Rep. Dean Heller finally sent an email to his supporters announcing the U.S. Senate run I confirmed here last week.
Heller has a pretty new campaign website, and here is the text of the email:
Friend,
Carson Lanes Presents.. Live Music with the "The Road Dawgs"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 02/25/2011 - 10:12pmJoin us this Friday for live music with the "Road Dawgs", Northern Nevada's favorite party band. They play classic rock, blues, motown, and new rock standards. No Cover and Smoke FREE. See us on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/f1mejp
Carson Lanes Presents.. "Little Sister"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/15/2011 - 7:42pmCarson Lanes Presents.. "Little Sister". This talented band plays Blues, Country, and Rockabilly. No Cover and Smoke-FREE. Must be 21. See our entire events calendar on Facebook: http://on.fb.me/hjUVPo
High Sierra Brewing Company Grand Opening
Submitted by editor on Wed, 02/09/2011 - 12:40pmCarson City's own brewery, High Sierra Brewing Company, will hold its official Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 11.
The event is co-hosted by the Carson City Chamber of Commerce. Join in for a toast to the new pilsner being unveiled that evening.
Carson Lanes Presents- Live Music with the "Road Dawgs"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/15/2010 - 3:53pmCarson Lanes Presents.. "The Road Dawgs", Northern Nevada's Favorite Party Band. They will be playing your favorite Classic Rock,Blues, Motown, New Rock Standards. No Cover and Smoke FREE. Must be 21. Happy Hour from 5-6pm (buy one, get one FREE). Complimentary Appetizers from Wally's Pizza and Alley's Diner.
GOP Political Operative Sig Rogich Says Palin Not Electable As President
Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/13/2010 - 3:24pmBy Sean Whaley / Nevada News Bureau
CARSON CITY – Long-time Republican political operative Sig Rogich said today that Sarah Palin is not a viable candidate for president in 2012.
Rogich, who was involved in the campaigns of Ronald Reagan and both Bush presidents, said Palin, a Tea Party favorite and former Republican Alaska governor, is unelectable.
Carson Lanes Presents.. "Road Dawgs"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 11/04/2010 - 7:43pmCarson Lanes Presents.. "Shan and the Lincoln Highway Band
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/04/2010 - 3:36pmLive Band, "Road Dawgs" @ Carson Lanes
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