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Carson City Mint 150th anniversary, fitness events, classic film showing and more Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/03/2020 - 7:30pmHeading into Tuesday, the capital city will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint with events throughout the day. Other activities include a morning and evening walk hosted by Muscle Powered, a dinner fundraiser for the Roman family at Pizza Factory, a community dinner and meeting invite to the Order of Eastern Star, a showing at the BAC of the 1941 film classic "The Lady Eve" and a concert featuring the Tahoe Symphony Orchestra and Chorus with violin soloist Elizabeth Pitcairn at Shepherd-Sierra Lutheran Church. Read on for details.
Esther Chapter No. 3 Carson City invites residents for dinner, meeting of Order of the Eastern Star
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/26/2020 - 8:27amYou are one of us! Esther Chapter No. 3, Order of the Eastern Star, is hosting a Feb. 4 dinner and open meeting for anyone in the community who might be interested in learning more about the Masonic Family in Carson City.
We have a long and successful history in Nevada and we would like to entertain you with a tasty dinner at 6 p.m. and then hold an open meeting at 7 p.m. to share the great things we are doing and encourage additional members of our community to consider joining our charitable organization.
Carson City Navy League to celebrate Veterans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 12:57pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November meeting. We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker for the Special Veteran’s Day celebration will be Captain Evan Morrison, Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Fallon.
NAS Fallon Installation Training Officer to Speak on Anti-Terrorism Training
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/04/2019 - 1:28pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will hold this quarter’s Dinner and meeting on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City. The Social hour will start at 5:30 p.m. and dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m.
Carson City Council of the Navy League to Celebrate Veteran's Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/29/2018 - 5:14pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November Meeting. We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker for the Special Veteran’s Day celebration will be Captain Robert Wiley, Retired, who was the first Master of the USNS Carson City, T-EPF 7.
Carson City events, happenings and more for Wednesday, Sept. 19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 09/19/2018 - 7:53amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the middle of the work week. It is Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018. Today brings the beginning of a 5-week mindful meditation series, a fascinating Capital City Arts Initiative Nevada Neighbors talk, a welcome to fall chamber event at Red's Old 395 Grill, a free concert featuring acclaimed folk singer Nate Currin at Sassafras and more.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club celebrates 123 years of history
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 09/02/2018 - 12:04pmClub member and historian Kim Harris will help the Carson City Leisure Hour Club begin celebrating its 123-year history with a presentation at the Club’s first dinner meeting of the year on Wednesday, Sept. 19.
Congressman Mark Amodei to address Carson City Republican Women at Aug. 21 dinner
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/08/2018 - 12:16pmPlease join the Carson City Republican Women and the Carson City Republican Party for a dinner meeting featuring U.S. Congressman Mark Amodei.
Congressman Admodei will be our guest speaker at our upcoming dinner meeting to be held Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at the Carson Nugget.
Social hour is 5:30 p.m. and the dinner meeting will begin at 6 p.m. The cost for the dinner is $25.00 per person, cash only. Reservations are mandatory and must be made by Friday, August 17, 2018 by contacting Lori Bagwell 775-220-3646 or email carsonrepublicanwomen@gmail.com to make your reservations.
'Imagine Not Being Able to Read' posed as a question for Leisure Hour Club members
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 05/06/2018 - 9:38amJan Whitemore, Executive Director of the Carson City Literacy Volunteers, will be the featured speaker at the Leisure Hour Club’s next dinner meeting on Wednesday, May 16. The Leisure Hour Club will also announce the donation of $500 to the Literacy Volunteers at the event in recognition of the organization’s outstanding work.
Leisure Hour Club members learn about bears
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/07/2018 - 7:17pmCarl Lackey, wildlife biologist with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, will present information on the bears that inhabit Northern Nevada and what is done to protect them and the residents of the state at the Leisure Hour Club’s next dinner meeting on Wednesday, April 18.
Carson City Republican Women to hear scholarship applicants at dinner meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 04/07/2018 - 1:07pmCarson City Republican Women will hear high school senior applicants vie for a $2,000 scholarship at its next meeting on April 17 at the Casino Fandango.
Dealing with Wildlife in Carson City is Topic of Leisure Hour Club Presentation
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/06/2018 - 9:56amJessica Heitt, Urban Wildlife Coordinator for the Nevada Department of Wildlife, will share her insights into the numerous wild creatures that inhabit the greater Carson City area with Leisure Hour Club members at their dinner meeting on Wednesday, March 21.
Dealing with wildlife in Carson City is topic of Leisure Hour Club presentation
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 03/04/2018 - 1:08pmJessica Heitt, Urban Wildlife Coordinator for the Nevada Department of Wildlife, will share her insights into the numerous wild creatures that inhabit the greater Carson City area with Leisure Hour Club members at their dinner meeting on Wednesday, March 21.
Leisure Hour Club Members to Hear About Lessons Learned on the Back of a Camel
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/03/2018 - 1:30pmTeri Vance is an award-winning journalist, storyteller and newspaper columnist. She will present her talk, Lessons Learned on the Back of a Camel: The Life of a Nevada Writer and Adventurer at the Leisure Hour Club’s dinner meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 21.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club to Experience 'Dishrags to Dirtbags' with Author Brooke Santina
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/04/2018 - 1:09pmCarson City’s Leisure Hour Club begins the New Year with local author Brooke Santina, whose first novel "Dishrags to Dirtbags" tells the story of a meek housewife’s plunge into the often dangerous and mostly crazy world of law enforcement. The presentation will be at the Club’s dinner meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 17.
Leisure Hour Club to Celebrate Holidays with Local Entertainer, Hallie Kirk
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 12/09/2017 - 3:20pmThe Carson City Leisure Hour Club members will celebrate the holidays at their dinner meeting on Wednesday, December 20 with local entertainer, Hallie Kirk.
Leisure Hour Club Recognizes Academic Excellence at WNC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/06/2017 - 12:55pmThe Leisure Hour Club’s scholarship recipients and Western Nevada College will be the focus of the Club’s dinner meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 15. As part of the Club’s commitment to education, three $1,000 academic scholarships are funded at Western Nevada College annually. This year the recipients are:
Navy League to Celebrate Veteran's Day
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/29/2017 - 9:35pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November Meeting! We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker for the Special Veteran’s Day celebration will be Katherine (Kat) Miller, Colonel, USA retired, who is Director of the Nevada Department of Veterans Services.
Life of Julia Bulette featured at Leisure Hour Club dinner meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/07/2017 - 9:50amMembers of the Carson City Leisure Hour Club will learn of the loves and losses of Julia Bulette, renowned resident of Virginia City, at their dinner meeting on Wednesday, October 18.
Bulette’s murder began a manhunt that last over a year and resulted in the arrest, trial, and the April 24, 1869 execution of John Millian.
In what was the largest gathering of people in Nevada up to that time, 3,000 to 4,000 people were present at the hanging.
Leisure Hour Club Recognizes Carson City Historical Society with Donation
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 04/21/2017 - 10:15amThe Carson City Leisure Hour Club recently donated $500 to the Carson City Historical Society. Accepting the check for the Society were President Gary Cain along with members Paula Cannon, Dona Spencer, Debbie Lane and Gary Yoakum. The presentation occurred at the Club’s dinner meeting on April 19.
Plank Owner Master of USNS Carson City to speak at November Navy League meeting
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 11/05/2016 - 9:15pmThe Carson City Council of the Navy League of the United States will honor Veterans, past and present, at our November Meeting! We will also pay tribute to our MIA’s and POW’s and celebrate both the Navy and Marine Corps birthdays. Our speaker will be Captain Robert T. Wiley, plankowner master of USNS Carson City, (T-EPF 7). Captain Wiley assumed this command on January 16, 2016 when the USNS Carson City was christened at Austal USA Shipyards in Mobile, Alabama.
Recognizing academic excellence, updates on WNC featured at Leisure Hour Club dinner
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/04/2016 - 2:31pmWestern Nevada College President Chet Burton and Niki Gladys, Executive Director of the WNC Foundation, will assist the Leisure Hour Club in recognizing this year’s recipients of three Leisure Hour Club Scholarships. In addition, President Burton will share insights into the college’s leadership role in providing higher education to the residents of Northern Nevada.
Navy League Speaker from Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/07/2016 - 2:48pmThe Carson City Council is the local branch of the Navy League of the United States. We meet on quarterly basis, conducting a dinner meeting with informational speakers that talk about a wide range of topics and the Sea Services missions.
This quarter’s Dinner and meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at the Gold Dust West Hotel and Casino, Carson City. The Social hour will start at 5:30 PM and Dinner will begin at 6:30PM.
This meeting’s guest speaker will be Captain Ted Powers, USMC. Capt. Powers is the Headquarters Company Commander at MCMWTC, Pickel Meadows, CA.
Children’s Museum Recognized with Leisure Hour Club Donation
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 09/07/2016 - 8:24amLuana Olsen, Director of the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada, will be the featured speaker to the Leisure Hour Club as the Club opens its 121th year. She will explore the history of the Museum and share information on its current activities and workshops.
Nevada State Prison Preservation Society Recognized
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 05/19/2016 - 2:36pmRecognizing the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society’s exemplary efforts to protect and restore the Nevada State Prison, a historic Nevada cultural and architectural treasure, the Leisure Hour Club of Carson City recently presented the group with a $500 donation in support of its efforts.
Nevada State Prison Comes Alive for the Leisure Hour Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 05/09/2016 - 9:31amFormer Director of the Nevada Department of Corrections and current Nevada State Prison Preservation Society President, Glen Whorton and Society Vice President Robin Bates will update the Leisure Hour Club membership on the current status of the historic Nevada State Prison located in Carson City. The presentation on the NHP to the Club will occur at their dinner meeting on Wednesday, May 18.
Thursday, April 14: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 04/14/2016 - 7:43amLooking for a change of pace? Join Muscle Powered as they take a hike up Deadman’s Creek in Washoe Valley. Feeling spicy? The weekend is almost here, so step out of your normal routine and try salsa lessons at El Charro Avita. Red’s Old 395 has an incredible happy hour with half off draft beers today and a yummy menu. Rack ‘em up at Remedy’s free pool night. Limited Time Only plays tonight at Living the Good Life, but one look at the band and you’ll recognize most the guys from Notch 8.
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Sounds of Reno Taiko Tsurunokai to Amaze the Leisure Hour Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/07/2016 - 1:50pmMembers of the Leisure Hour Club of Carson City will share in the cultural, musical, and artistic expertise of the Reno Taiko Tsurunokai Japanese drum group at their dinner meeting on Wednesday, April 20. The community is invited to attend.
Thursday, March 10: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Thu, 03/10/2016 - 2:28amReady to ‘Give where you live’? Nevada’s Big Give online fundraising drive is today, so pick your favorite local non-profit and pledge $10 or more dollars to get them on their way. The WNC Foundation will be throwing a party at Alatte inside the Carson Nugget with drink specials and more if they’re the one you choose. Learn a little about our majestic mountain views at the Douglas County Historical Society’s Second Thursday lecture. Spice up your life with Bachata lessons at El Charro Avita, and dance the night away. Take a gander at the list for all of today’s options.
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Local Gem Artist Tobin Rupert Shares Expertise with the Leisure Hour Club
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/04/2016 - 1:19pmMembers of the Leisure Hour Club will share in the gem and jewelry creation expertise of Tobin Rupert at their dinner meeting on Wednesday, March 16. Tobin, a member of the Washoe tribe, is a longtime resident of Carson City having grown up in Northern Nevada and receiving a Business Management degree from UNR. His gem and jewelry design business is located at 2800 S. Curry Street.