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Today is the National Day of Giving, a day to think about the charities that help make our communities a better place. Choose your favorite non-profit and put them on your gift list; help them help others. Do yourself a favor and get one step ahead of flu season with the vaccination clinic at the Carson Library today. It’s a chilly day, but it’s always hot on the dance floor: country dance at Carson Lanes or swing dance at El Charro Avita will get your blood pumping.

It finally feels like winter out there with a new blanket of snow, the downtown ice rink opening, and Thanksgiving under our belts. Bundle up and watch for the occasional icy patch on the roads.

The turkeys have been cooked, the dishes done, and the largest shopping weekend of the year is off and running. Show some love locally during Shop Small Business Saturday. Great little shops, restaurants, and services offer something unique for those on your gift list. Gift Certificates are never a bad way to go either: who wouldn’t want a massage, a night on the town, or maybe some music lessons? Santa has returned to town and can be found at the Carson Mall or at Billow’s Embroidery. Keep reading and you’ll find some great ways to spend this holiday weekend.

Some of you will be braving the stores today, searching for the Black Friday deals. Some of you will be enjoying time with the family and friends that have come to visit. Show off our great valley with a trip to the State Railroad Museum: the McKeen Motor Car is up and running. Enjoy opening night of Pinkerton Ballet’s ‘The Nutcracker’ at the Community Center. The Candy Cane Express in Virginia City begins its run today and is perfect for little ones. Live it up at Sassafras Eclectic Food Joint tonight. Groove Session is the perfect way to kick off the weekend.

FRIDAY:

Genoa Candy & Coffee Company was welcomed by the national nonprofit, Pets of the Homeless as a new Donation Site. Donations of pet food and supplies can be taken to 4600 Snyder Ave, Suite C, Carson City that will be delivered to a local food bank, homeless shelter or homeless encampment. The program is an ongoing national effort to regularly supply donated pet food to local people who cannot afford to properly provide for their pets.

Friends to All is dedicated to bringing joy, cheer and friendship to senior citizens in the community during the holiday season. Since 1999 this group has been working to meet the needs of those with limited financial resources who are home bound or in care centers with little or no family nearby. Each year 150 - 200 visits are averaged in the Carson City area!

Ask the average person where to find the most elaborate Halloween decorations in the Nevada state capital, and you will undoubtedly be directed to 606 N. Mountain Street.

Western Nevada College in Carson City will celebrate El Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on Tuesday, Nov. 1, and Wednesday, Nov. 2, 11 am -2 pm. on campus at 2201 West College Parkway.

More people will be out on the streets Monday night in Carson City than any other evening of the year as the Nevada state capital prepares to celebrate Halloween night.

Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval and First Lady Kathleen Sandoval will host Trick or Treating this Monday, Halloween night from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Governor’s Mansion in Carson City.

Trick or treat, Carson City. Little ghouls and goblins will be hitting the streets for the annual tradition, so please drive carefully. Avoid the chill by hitting up the Carson Mall or Carson Library for goodies. The Governor will be handing out candy after 5 p.m.; you may want to start your west side visit with our Downtown Business Association’s Candy Crawl. Virginia City’s Goblin Parade is followed by trick or treating down ‘C’ Street. In Minden, don’t miss the annual Trick or Treat Safety Street at the CVIC Hall. Adults can enjoy Halloween Parties at Crossroad’s Lounge or the Blue Bull.

Happy Birthday Nevada. My favorite holiday has arrived, and with it a mountain of fun to be had. Normally my weekend list is sorted by chronological start time, but for this one I will be separating out the downtown parade related activities for your ease. Keep reading and have a safe and wonderful weekend.

Parade Day Fun Stuff in Downtown Carson City:

• BAWN Pancake Breakfast Buffet at Red’s Old 395 (6am-10am; $6/$3 kids)

Even though Carson City is awash with Nevada Day festivities, Halloween is just as important. Here is an updated list of all the reasons to throw on a costume Saturday through Monday in Carson City and the surrounding valleys. Remember, rain is expected on Friday and Sunday, so consider an umbrella if you don’t want your make-up to run!
Adults only parties are in italics.

Gov. Brian Sandoval and First Lady Kathleen Sandoval are scheduled to participate in the 2016 Nevada Day festivities and will host trick or treating at the Governor’s Mansion, an annual Halloween tradition celebrated by Nevada's top leaders.

State law officers will be out in force this Halloween in Carson City, Reno and Sparks conducting annual home visitation checks of registered sex offenders whose victims have involved children.

Breathe in some crisp autumn air and take in the beauty of the changing leaves as you accompany Muscle Powered on an early morning bike ride. Show off your favorite fur baby at Genoa Coffee and Candy’s Howl-O-Ween celebration. Stop by the Nevada State Railroad Museum for the last day of the Harvest Train Festival and Pumpkin Patch. Don’t stop now, keep reading for more great options.

SUNDAY:

It’s that time of year again. The ghosts and ghouls come out of hiding and paint the town orange. Halloween isn’t just one night around here. Combined with the festivities of Nevada Day, you can be sure to enjoy at least a week’s worth of celebrating.

Here is a comprehensive list of fall festivals, Halloween parties, and fun for all. Items in italic are for those 21 and older only.

Saturday, Oct. 22:

Hold onto your broomstick, this weekend is bound to sweep you up in Halloween fun. First you’ll need a pumpkin. The Harvest Train Festival and Pumpkin Patch at the Nevada State Railroad Museum is a good place to start. Take the costumed kids to a Trunk or Treat at Advantage Auto Works off Old Hot Springs Road courtesy of the members of Carson Cruise Meet and Greet. Team up with Mark Twain for a ghostly tour of our haunted downtown or you can choose a shorter tour that’s perfect for families. Keep reading, this is just the tip of the candy corn.

SATURDAY:

Come have a Howlin' good time! Costume contest, prizes, treats and coffee all in one place. Genoa Candy and Coffee Company inside Carson Lanes. 4600 Snyder Ave, Carson City.

Next door to Johnny Rockets and Wally's Pizza and Subs, facing Hwy 395. Raffle prizes provided by Benson's Feed and Sierra Le Bone!

Candy and coffee samples at the event, contestant's drinks 1/2 off! Costume Contest, Best Trick Competition, etc. will be held out front from 11am to 1pm.

($1 contest fee/$1 raffle tickets)

Genoa Candy and Coffee Company, situated in Carson Lanes, Carson City, is sponsoring a 'Frappuccino Tasting' night, Saturday 5pm to 7pm

Come in costume and enter for free! ($5 cover charge for unlimited tasting)

Children welcome

Frappuccinos with and without coffee!

Almond Joy- tastes just like the candy bar

Witches Brew- purple peppermint and dark chocolate

English Toffee- just like it says

Frankenstein- a green, green tea Frappuccino with vanilla

Saturday Fright Night- Frappucino Tasting!

5pm to 7pm

at Genoa Candy and Coffee Co. of Carson City
4600 Snyder Ave.

Next to Johnny Rocket's and Walley's Pizza at the Carson Lanes

Small cover charge gets you in the door,

But if you are in costume, then you get in for free!

Almond Joy frappuccinos, Witches Brew, Pumpkin spice and more!

Suggest a recipe - we might give it a try!

All drinks purchased during the tasting will be half off!

Candy, Tea and coffee available as well

Carson High School celebrated its first Week of Respect Oct. 3-7. Students and staff participated in daily activities promoting positive interactions to support a safe and respectful learning environment. Highlights of the week included interactive game stations where students gathered in Senator Square and engaged in board games and brain teasers.

With over 450 responses received over six weeks, the results of the downtown retail/restaurant recruitment survey show that survey participants want a diverse consumer experience, while maintaining local familiarity.

Nevada Leaders Oppose Question 2:

“As Governor and a former Federal Judge, I have seen first-hand the negative effects that marijuana for recreational purposes can have on our state and our communities. Proponents of this measure claim it will help education, it will not. What it will do is create health and safety problems that Nevada cannot afford. Legalizing marijuana would have devastating consequences for our state and for Nevada families and I would ask that voters join with me and Vote No on 2 when they head to the polls this fall.” – Governor Brian Sandoval

So long, summer. Cozy sweaters, soft scarves, scarecrows, crunchy leaves underfoot, and pumpkin spice will soon take over. Sunday means football for the next few months, but for those looking for something else to do, read on.

SUNDAY:

Street Vibes and the Candy Dance are always the endcap to September. Arts and crafts take over the small hamlet of Genoa this weekend; get a jump on your holiday gift list. All the other corners of Northern Nevada are a playground for the thousands of motorcycle riders and enthusiasts here to enjoy the bike rally. Battle Born Harley on Research Way offers a huge party without ever leaving the valley. Those two events are hardly all that Carson City and our neighboring counties have to offer, however. Keep reading for more fun than you’ll know what to do with.

SATURDAY:

Trunk n Treat is a version of trick-or-treating, but instead of children going door to door to collect candy, they go from trunk to trunk.

We'll also be collecting Non Perishable Food which will be donate to "Food For Thought".

Trophy will be awarded to "Best Decorated" Halloween Themed Car. (People's Choice)

Tahoe Tenderloins and Ramblin Rose will be selling food and Hot Drinks.

A 59-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday, 1:20 p.m. in the 100 block of East Long Street on misdemeanor suspicion of making threats. The man allegedly made threatening phone messages to the victim, that were played for a sheriff’s office detective.

The Salvation Army serving Carson City and Douglas County began its annual back pack and school supply distribution Tuesday with around half of what was collected last year, organizers say.

I hope you like live music, Carson City, because tonight you’ve got plenty of it. No matter what your style, there is someone for you. Take the kids to the Nevada State State Train Museum for Lucky Diamond and the Gents of Jive or to the McFadden Plaza for an outdoor concert with Musicole. Leave the kids with a sitter if you’re going to head to Living the Good Life for some outdoor fun with CV-41 or inside the Westside Pour House with reggae group Whiskey Lung. A to Zen has a store-wide scavenger hunt to accompany their weekly open Mic.