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Diet

Inaugural Reno Vegan Chef Challenge launches April 2019 in Northern Nevada

Event Date: 
April 1, 2019 (All day)

Reno Vegan Chef Challenge​ is proud to roll out the vegan welcome mat for the ​inaugural Reno Vegan Chef Challenge inspired by the hugely popular Sacramento Vegan Chef Challenge and Burger Battle culinary events.

What's happening around Carson City on Thursday, Feb. 28

Good morning Carson City and welcome to Thursday, Feb. 28, the last day of the month. It was quite a ride as we stood strong with rain and snow, local events and welcoming the Nevada Legislature back into session. It isn't over yet. Read on as Elvis is at Carson City's door tonight. Then it is onward and upward to March.

Join Carson Tahoe Expressions Memory Care for a Discussion on Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Care

Event Date: 
February 28, 2019 - 1:00pm

Carson Tahoe Expressions Memory Care invites the community to attend a free discussion on Thursday, February 28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., led by internationally recognized memory care expert David Troxel, MPH, who will discuss the importance of engagement and activity for brain health as it relates to Alzheimer’s disease.

R.I.P.P.E.D.

Event Date: 
Repeats every 2 days on the 1 of May every Monday until Wed May 29 2019 .
May 1, 2019 - 5:30pm

R.I.P.P.E.D. is designed to help everybody meet their ultimate fitness goals in a super fun group exercise environment. This 1 hour class combines Resistance, Interval, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, core and offers a very important Diet program on the Rippedplanet website. R.I.P.P.E.D is for every-body & every fitness level.

R.I.P.P.E.D.

Event Date: 
Repeats every 2 days on the 1 of April every Monday until Mon Apr 29 2019 .
April 1, 2019 - 5:30pm

R.I.P.P.E.D. is designed to help everybody meet their ultimate fitness goals in a super fun group exercise environment. This 1 hour class combines Resistance, Interval, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, core and offers a very important Diet program on the Rippedplanet website. R.I.P.P.E.D is for every-body & every fitness level.

R.I.P.P.E.D.

Event Date: 
Repeats every 2 days on the 4 of March every Monday until Wed Mar 27 2019 .
March 4, 2019 - 5:30pm

R.I.P.P.E.D. is designed to help everybody meet their ultimate fitness goals in a super fun group exercise environment. This 1 hour class combines Resistance, Interval, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, core and offers a very important Diet program on the Rippedplanet website. R.I.P.P.E.D is for every-body & every fitness level.

R.I.P.P.E.D.

Event Date: 
Repeats every 2 days on the 4 of February every Monday until Wed Feb 27 2019 .
February 4, 2019 - 5:30pm

R.I.P.P.E.D. is designed to help everybody meet their ultimate fitness goals in a super fun group exercise environment. This 1 hour class combines Resistance, Interval, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, core and offers a very important Diet program on the Rippedplanet website. R.I.P.P.E.D is for every-body & every fitness level.

Prestige Care launches online resource guide for seniors and their families

As your loved ones age, your relationship may move in to new stages full of opportunities to bond and enjoy shared experiences.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 21

Hello Carson City and welcome to the day before Thanksgiving. Today is Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2018. If your travel plans include going over the Sierra, the National Weather Service advises to head out before the afternoon. Otherwise, you may hit the first of two winter storms to land tonight and into Friday. Be safe out there.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 19

Here we are, Carson City, on our way to kicking off the holiday season this week with the arrival of Thanksgiving, which means a shortened work week for many. Today is Monday, Nov. 19, 2018. It will be mostly sunny with a high of 57. Enjoy the sun as a couple of weather systems will move into the area bringing gusty winds, valley rain and Sierra snow.

Events around Carson City on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 12

We honor those who have served our country today on this Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 12, 2018. Take a moment to thank those who have given in service and sacrifice to our great country, and remember those veterans who are no longer with us. Around Carson City and throughout Northern Nevada, federal, state and local government offices are closed.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Monday, Nov. 5

Hello Carson City and welcome to Monday, Nov. 5, 2018. The beginning of the work week promises sunny skies and seasonable temperatures, with highs in the mid to upper 60s. With the time change now in full swing and the sun rising earlier, it's always good practice to keep your windshield clean and clear and to be mindful of those intersections, streets, crosswalks and sidewalks where the rising sun shines especially bright.

Nevada Department of Wildlife: Bats are much more than a Halloween decoration

CARSON CITY — Of all the decorations that people put up on Halloween, there is one that Jennifer Newmark, Wildlife Diversity Division chief for the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), holds a special affinity towards. Newmark cannot get enough of the bat decorations, just not for the same reasons as most people.

Yoga for Arthritis - 8 week program

Yoga for Arthritis Flyer
Event Date: 
Repeats every month until Thu Nov 08 2018 .
September 18, 2018 - 2:00pm
Event Date: 
October 18, 2018 - 2:00pm

This 8 week class series is for people living with arthritis or similar symptoms of pain and stiffness. It draws from a variety of styles to best address the specific needs of people with arthritis.

This is a gentle class designed to help you understand how to use yoga and modifications to manage your arthritis. We may use chairs, blocks, the wall, or other props to support your body in the practice as needed.

Eat Like A Greek!

Event Date: 
October 17, 2018 - 9:00am

Indulge your minds and your palates in tasty cooking tips and recipes! Join Martha Holand, CDE, RD, LD, for this 8-week nutrition course to discover the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet. Research shows that Mediterranean-style eating can improve weight loss, control blood glucose (sugar) levels, reduce the risk of depression, and more. This 8-week program starts Thursday, November 29 Noon - 2 PM at Valley View Room in the Regional Medical Center (1600 Medical Pkwy).

Cost for the 8-week program is $35, registration required. Reserve your spot today https://bit.ly/2PdLZ0D!

Eat Like A Greek!

Event Date: 
November 20, 2018 - 9:00am

Indulge your minds and your palates in tasty cooking tips and recipes! Join Martha Holand, CDE, RD, LD, for this 8-week nutrition course to discover the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet. Research shows that Mediterranean-style eating can improve weight loss, control blood glucose (sugar) levels, reduce the risk of depression, and more. This 8-week program starts Thursday, November 29 Noon - 2 PM at the Valley View Room in the Regional Medical Center.

Cost for the 8-week program is $35, registration required. Reserve your spot here https://bit.ly/2PdLZ0D

Carson City's Concert under the Stars to help fund fresh produce for families in need

When people receive food from the Ron Wood Family Resource Center, they expect the traditional nonperishable canned and frozen items, which they do get. But they are often surprised when they see fresh produce, courtesy of the Greenhouse Project.

'Eat like a Greek' Nutrition Class

Event Date: 
May 9, 2018 - 4:30pm

Indulge your mind and your palate in tasty cooking tips and recipes as you experience the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet led by Kim Mason, MS. RD. Research suggests that a Mediterranean-style eating pattern can improve weight loss, facilitate better control of blood glucose (sugar) levels and reduce the risk of depression, to name a few. This 8-week program starts Wednesday, May 9, 4:30 - 6:30 PM at Valley View Room in the Regional Medical Center. Sign up https://carsontahoe.salsalabs.org/eatlikeagreekspring2018/index.html

What Works: Want to own your day? Have a great morning routine

Those of you who have read my column for a while know I picked up a mentor in the last year named Brendon Burchard. If you haven’t heard of him, Google the name. I just returned from High Performance Academy and one small shift has transformed my productivity. No, I’m not following some new system or complicated technique. I just added a morning routine!

March is National Nutrition Month

The Nevada Department of Health and Human Services urges Nevadans to participate in National Nutrition Month by learning about healthy food choices and portioning.

Carson City's new restaurant Vino's Pizza adds homemade touch to gourmet pizza

Carson City's Brugo’s Pizza Company and Bistro changed ownership recently and is now Vino’s Pizza, transitioning to completely homemade, organic ingredients and a mountain of new menu items.

Nevada Humane Society: New year brings fresh slate of goals for pets

We may be two weeks into 2018 but resolutions are still going strong. We work as humans to better our lives; how many of you do the same for your pets? New Year resolutions are a long tradition.

Carson Tahoe Health 'Eat Like A Greek' Nutrition Class

Event Date: 
March 15, 2018 - 12:00pm

Indulge your mind and your palette in tasty cooking tips and recipes as you experience the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet led by Kim Mason, MS. RD. Research suggests that a Mediterranean-style eating pattern can improve weight loss, facilitate better control of blood glucose (sugar) levels and reduce the risk of depression, to name a few.

Go here for signups: https://carsontahoe.salsalabs.org/eatlikeagreekmarch2018/index.html
Price: $35.00
When is the event?:
Thursday, March 15, 2018 - 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm
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Thursday, March 22, 2018 - 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Senator Square: Sheriff, school district, Partnership Carson City promoting safe, sober NYE

A great beginning to a new year starts with safety first, and the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with Carson City School District and Partnership Carson City, is promoting its Safe and Sober New Year’s for all Carson City youth by offering support to any middle school or high school student having a get-together on New Year’s Eve.

Smoke from prescribed fire operations outside the basin impacting Lake Tahoe

The smoke and haze visible Thursday around Lake Tahoe is from prescribed fire operations on the Eldorado National Forest and the Tahoe National Forest Truckee Ranger District.

Carson Tahoe Health 'Eat Like A Greek' Nutrition Class

Event Date: 
December 1, 2017 - 12:00pm

Indulge your mind and your palette in tasty cooking tips and recipes as you experience the benefits of the Mediterranean Diet led by Kim Mason, MS. RD. Research suggests that a Mediterranean-style eating pattern can improve weight loss, facilitate better control of blood glucose (sugar) levels and reduce the risk of depression, to name a few. This 8-week program starts Friday, December 1st, noon - 2:00pm at Valley View Room in the Regional Medical Center. Reserve your spot today on https://www.carsontahoe.com/wellness

Jim Gocke Adds Expanded Access To Carson Valley Medical Center Primary Care

GARDNERVILLE, Nev. (Sept. 18, 2017) – As part of a continued effort to expand access to primary care clinics within Carson Valley, Carson Valley Medical Center -- your community hospital -- recently welcomed Jim Gocke, APRN, to its medical staff.

Gocke (pronounced Go-Key), brings 22 years of healthcare experience to Carson Valley - including 11 years in emergency medicine.

“My favorite role has been in primary care,” Gocke said. “Establishing relationships with folks, trying to keep them on a healthy path.”

Nevada Humane Society: Mother’s Day isn't just for humans

Mother’s Day is nearly here and I bet before I even begin this you can guess what I’m going to write about, and you’re right. Here’s the thing. Just because I, along with many other women out there, don’t have human kids, it doesn’t make me any less of a person. In fact, we’re all moms too — to kids of the four-legged kind.

Welness 101: A Community Education Series

Event Date: 
May 4, 2017 (All day)

FREE and Open to the Public! RSVP to (775) 445-7508
There are many paths to wellness, but one of the most important may be your diet. Local green thumb, Randy Robison, will teach participants how to create and edible garden in our region.

Carson Tahoe Cancer Center, Conference Room
1535 Medical Parkway; Carson City, NV 89703

For more information or to RSVP (775) 445-7508
CancerInfo@CarsonTahoe.org

Carson Tahoe Health, Greenhouse Project partner to build garden at Carson City medical center

Carson Tahoe Health, a leading healthcare system in Northern Nevada, and The Greenhouse Project, an agricultural and education-based nonprofit, announced an expanded partnership Thursday to build the Foothill Garden on Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center’s campus.

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