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Tuesday, Aug. 15: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 08/14/2017 - 10:26pmThe Jazz and Beyond Music Festival has buddied up with something new this year. Today and tomorrow, the Jukebox International Film Festival features fifteen contestants competing in four categories. Youth Theater Carson City and Western Nevada Musical Theater alum, Grant Davis, is back in town to show support for ‘Something Like Summer,’ the Australian musical he stars in. Make sure you’re in McFadden Plaza around 5 p.m. Davis will be performing songs from the movie and music from his debut album on the Third Street Stage.
Youth Theatre Carson City to hold auditions Saturday for Singin’ in the Rain, Jr.
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/14/2017 - 4:33pmYouth Theatre Carson City is thrilled to announce auditions for Singin’ in the Rain, Jr. The show will run eight performances, January 12-21, 2017 in the Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.
JoAnne Skelly: Spider mites
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 08/12/2017 - 8:15amHot sun, low humidity and drying winds create a hospitable environment for tiny pests called spider mites.
With eight legs, these arachnids are related to spiders and scorpions.
UNR faculty receive $500,000 grant from U.S. Department of Defense for mosquito research
Submitted by editor on Thu, 08/10/2017 - 1:53pmUniversity of Nevada, Reno entomologist Andrew Nuss and biologist Dennis Mathew are looking for a way to stop the spread of mosquito-borne disease. The goal of their research is to identify key mosquito odorant receptors that govern mosquito host-preference for humans and to genetically modify those genes in order to create mosquito strains that avoid biting humans.
Tahoe Clarity
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:05pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] presents its exhibition, "Tahoe Clarity", by artist Dylan Silver at the Community Center’s Sierra Room. CCAI will host a free reception for the artist, Tuesday, August 15, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room. The exhibit will be in the gallery from July 7 – November 9, 2017. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City.
ART from UNR
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:01pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its student exhibition, "ART from UNR", at the Community Development Building [the Brick], 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. The Brick is open to the public daily, 8am – noon, 1-4pm. The free exhibition will remain in the building’s lobby exhibition space from July 11 through October 19.
Carson City School District improving space, energy efficiency for new school year
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 08/07/2017 - 10:46pmA number of projects are on the agenda this year for the Carson City School District, not the least of which is a district-wide refit with energy-efficient improvements designed to give substantial annual savings back to the community over the next two decades, CCSD Operations Director Mark Korinek said.
Reception, talk features Nevada environmental artists
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 08/05/2017 - 7:59amNevada artists Paul Ford and Dennis Hinton, whose “Environmental Perspective” exhibit has been displayed at the Nevada Arts Council’s OXS Gallery since June, will take part in an artists’ reception and talk on Tuesday, Aug. 8.
Celebrate Our Ancestors
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/31/2017 - 9:38amHistoric Benton Hot Springs Non Profit is proud to offer an afternoon fundraising event "Celebrating Our Ancestors: Dedication of Benton Historic Cemetery", on Saturday, August 19th from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. at The Inn at Benton Hot Springs. The cost is just $75 per person. Tickets are limited so call now to reserve yours at (760) 933-2287.
Youth Theatre Carson City features production of 'Into the Woods, Jr.' beginning Friday
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/27/2017 - 6:29pmYouth Theatre Carson City features its production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s "Into the Woods, Jr." beginning this Friday, July 28 and running through August 6 in the Bob Boldrick Theatre at the Carson City Community Center.
Tickets on sale for 2017 Nevada Economic Development Conference in Las Vegas Sept. 11-13
Submitted by admin on Tue, 07/25/2017 - 3:00pmLAS VEGAS, NV (July 24, 2017) – Registration is now available for the 2017 Nevada Economic Development Conference (NVEDC) scheduled for Sept. 11-13 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). The conference will feature exclusive tours and track sessions that include the state’s leading experts in the fields of agribusiness, economic development, energy, infrastructure/transportation, manufacturing, tourism/gaming and workforce development.
New tasty spots added to the Taste of Downtown Carson City
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/21/2017 - 1:16pmSeveral new participants have joined the flavorful festivities of Taste of Downtown in Carson City this Saturday now making it 42 establishments providing great food and hospitality.
Lake Tahoe shoreline plan coming together, with more work to do
Submitted by editor on Fri, 07/21/2017 - 12:43amSchool is out and summer is in full swing at Lake Tahoe. Visitors and residents are heading to beaches and launching boats, kayaks, and standup paddleboards to get out and enjoy the jewel of the Sierra. Millions of people visit Tahoe each year and the shoreline is where they go to experience its famously cold, clear, blue water.
Rare discovery of three new toad species in Nevada’s Great Basin
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/20/2017 - 12:15pmThree new species of toads have been discovered living in Nevada’s Great Basin in an expansive survey of the 190,000 square mile ancient lake bottom.
It's Your City: Helpful tips for navigating Saturday's Taste of Downtown Carson City
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/17/2017 - 1:14pmIn this week's edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer welcomes Lisa Lee, executive director of Advocates to End Domestic Violence, to talk about Saturday's upcoming Taste of Downtown Carson City.
Locals Show Cultural Researchers Their Favorite Walks in Silver City, Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/15/2017 - 6:33pmSilver City, Nevada- Silver City townsfolk are invited to show visiting cultural researchers their favorite local hiking spots on Tuesday, July 18 at 9:00 am.
The morning walk with “conversation artists” Sue Mark and Bruce Douglas of marksearch is sponsored by the Resident Artist Program in Silver City. Sue explained that she and Bruce "would like to walk with townspeople and see some of their favorite and/or important sites in town." She said they'd also like to learn about locals’ favorite hiking spots.
Michael Hohl Honda partners with Catmandu for Kitten Adoption Day
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/13/2017 - 4:27pmKitten Adoption Day is Saturday, July 22 from noon to 4 p.m. at Michael Hohl Honda in Carson City. Catmandu is partnering with Honda to help disadvantaged cats and kittens find their FURever homes.
Parasitic plant invading northwestern Nevada foliage
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/13/2017 - 10:55amDAYTON, Nev. — The Nevada Department of Agriculture has been receiving reports of a parasitic plant called dodder in Lyon County. The parasite is not a Nevada noxious weed but is cause for concern as it can invade rangeland plants like sagebrush and agricultural crops like onions.
Ticket deadline looms for Concert Under the Stars seating
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 07/10/2017 - 11:00amEveryone get ready for the Ninth Annual Concert Under the Stars, a benefit for The Greenhouse Project, with headliner The Family Stone and featuring Lydia Pense and Cold Blood on Wednesday, July 12 at the Brewery Arts Center, 449 W. King Street in downtown Carson City.
Flavor with a mission: Taste of Downtown returns July 22 to Carson City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/06/2017 - 1:30pmWhat started as a small bit of hope 24 years ago, the annual Taste of Downtown has transformed into one of the most anticipated events of summer.
Family campout set for July 29-30 at Fort Churchill State Historic Park
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/06/2017 - 11:33amSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. – Join park staff for an overnight adventure at Fort Churchill State Historic Park. Families will learn the basics of camping while enjoying the outdoors in a safe and fun environment. Activities include: campfire cooking, hiking, camp crafts and more. Limited camping supplies (i.e. tents, sleeping bags, and sleeping pads) may be available for use during the event. Space is limited and reservations are required.
July 1st Conversation and Dinner with Cultural Researchers in Silver City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 2:52amSilver City residents are invited to a potluck dinner with the current guests at the Resident Artist Program in Silver City on Saturday, July 1.
Not the Type of "Recreation" Carson City Needs
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/27/2017 - 10:41amAt a public workshop on June 20, 2017, the City Manager expressed the opinion that Carson City would be relinquishing control of its fate to the Reno City Council if it elects to prohibit the sale of recreational marijuana within its borders and that the cost of dealing with marijuana consumption within our jurisdiction (because of its availability in Washoe County) cannot be adequately offset without the ability to collect taxes on new retail pot sales.
Carson City Symphony Presents An Evening of Music and Dessert with Latin Tres
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/27/2017 - 7:42amThe Carson City Symphony Association presents an elegant evening of music, wine, and dessert on Sunday, July 9, 2017, at 7 p.m. at a private home, 2662 Danielle Drive in Carson City. The house recital features Latin Tres — Vanessa Porter, violin; Marina Rosznitovsky Oster, harp; and Alejandro Pinzón, bandoneon — performing new arrangements of traditional Latin American music.
Saturday marks the 10th anniversary of Angora Fire at south shore Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Fri, 06/23/2017 - 12:47pmOn June 24, 2007, embers from an illegal and abandoned campfire ignited the most destructive fire in the history of the Lake Tahoe Basin.
Young Chautauquans at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 4:58pmYoung Chautauquans will present “People Who United the States” at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, June 28, at 6:30 pm.
The Douglas County Historical Society's Young Chautauqua Program presenters are 15 year old Jahmila Santiago as “Sarah Winnemucca”, 15 year old Sandia Johnson as “Abigail Fillmore”, 6 year old Sam Johnson as “John Muir”, 10 year old Micaiah Maulis as “Thomas Edison” and 9 year old Mamre Maulis as “John Glen”.
Final Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada summer parent orientation is June 26
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/20/2017 - 11:20amThe Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada began summer programming with Camp Battle Born on Monday, June 5. Camp Battle Born runs through Aug. 11. Activities are planned around weekly themes including survival camp, artful antics and mad science camp.
Concourse passenger lounge to be built at Reno-Tahoe International Airport
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/19/2017 - 11:07amReno-Tahoe International Airport will see its first passenger lounge on the concourse to offer food, beverage and wifi amenities later this year, airport officials said Monday.
I Love Carson City’s Fathers’ Day Weekend Event Summary: June 17 - 18
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 06/16/2017 - 6:23pmThe weekend hasn’t even started, and I’m already exhausted just trying to decide what to do first! Live music, races, activities, and much more await you downtown as part of the Carson City Off-Road. Stewart Indian School is awash in bright colors, beadwork, and dancers from all across the country during their annual Fathers’ Day Pow Wow. Congratulations to the Show Tree Brewing Company by the Carson Hot Springs; their big grand opening bash includes multiple bands. Keep reading – this weekend has a whole lot to offer.
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Western Nevada College CIT programs offer variety of tech-driven opportunities
Submitted by editor on Tue, 06/13/2017 - 1:12pmIndividuals may enter the Computer Information Technology program at Western Nevada College with the single-minded goal of creating a video game. Or maybe they want to help a company make better use of their network of computers.