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I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: May 12 – 13
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Sat, 05/12/2018 - 1:54amMother’s Day is Sunday, and there will be plenty of ways for the family to enjoy spending time together all weekend long. Treat Mom to some new flowers for the garden at the annual Greenhouse Project Plant Sale. The Nevada State Museum has a day full of cowboy-related activities planned. Head up to Virginia City on the V and T for a memorable ride through the hills. Before you head out on your adventures, remember to leave a donation of non-perishable food by your mailbox for the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Read on for all of your options.
SATURDAY:
Carson City School District hires work-based learning coordinator
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/08/2018 - 8:26amYerania (Yette) De Luca, has been appointed as Work-based Learning Coordinator for the Carson City School District. In her position, De Luca will develop, implement, expand and maintain a formal system of work-based learning that promotes school-community partnerships.
Free admission to 2018 Carson City Airport Open House Fly-In
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/07/2018 - 2:35pmJoin Us for the 2018 Carson City Airport Open House and Fly In with free admission. This Year’s theme is, "The NextGen of Aviation is You!"
Nevada Humanities Presents Author Julie Buntin in Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 6:20pmNevada Humanities will welcome author Julie Buntin at a series of events throughout Northern Nevada during the month of May. Ms. Buntin is the author of Marlena: A Novel, the 2018 pick for Nevada Reads — a statewide, public book club. Nevada Reads invites Nevadans to read selected works of literature and to come together in their communities to share the ideas and perceptions inspired by the book club selections.
April events at Fort Churchill State Historic Park
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/10/2018 - 11:07amSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. – Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering a variety of ranger-led programs during the month of April. Programs highlight the area’s rich history and abundant natural resources.
Works: Some Water Some Welded
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/01/2018 - 10:21pmThe Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "Works: Some Water Some Welded," with artwork by artists Susan Glaser Church and Stephen Reid at the city’s Sierra Room located in the Community Center, 851 E William Street, Carson City. The exhibition is available to the public from March 2 – June 30, 2018. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Friday, March 2, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room.
Carson City's Cubix still computing after all these years
Submitted by editor on Mon, 02/26/2018 - 2:47pmAccording to Al Fiegehen, chief executive officer of Cubix Corporation in Carson City, the computer industry is about to explode at the same rate it did in the 1980’s when computer technology forever changed the world.
The Carson City Chamber Leadership Team Set To Renovate Senior Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/03/2018 - 1:40pmThe Carson City Chamber Leadership Institute class of 2018 is reaching out to Carson City community members and businesses to sponsor the lobby renovation of the Carson City Senior Center.
What to do on a soggy Monday?
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 01/08/2018 - 5:09amThis Monday might feel a little manic. The Carson and Lyon County kids are back at school (Douglas County starts up again tomorrow.) Rain is expected all day long, so indoor activities are your best bet. Inquiring minds will enjoy the ‘NASA at your Library’ program, just make sure to register online if your kid would like to participate. The High Sierra Swing Dance Club is back on the Eleventh Frame Lounge dance floor after a few weeks of holiday hiatus.
Sunday Morning Long Yoga Practice at Carson City Yoga
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/04/2018 - 3:11pmA slow and leisurely Sunday morning yoga practice. This practice will gently warm you up and prepare your body and mind for deeper opening and exploration. The class finishes with a lovely guided meditation.
This practice is based on the Tibetan Yoga chakra balancing series, allowing each student to create a smooth flow of balanced, calm energy. The extra time allows you to deepen into each asana in a way that isn’t available in a shorter class. This deepening relaxes and heals body and mind, reversing the effects of anxiety and chronic stress. (We could all use a little of that!)
Pine Grove Hills
Submitted by BikeCarson.com on Tue, 12/19/2017 - 2:15pmOn December 10th we made the drive to Smith Valley for some exploration of the Pine Grove Hills. This turned out to be a good time to ride this area. It can get really hot in the summer, and can be muddy and impassable in the winter once the rain and snow starts. Thanks to a slow start to the wi ...
Carson City Library brought the community to the observatory for a closer look at the cosmos
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Fri, 12/08/2017 - 7:59pmThe Carson City Library held an event Thursday at the Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College as part of the nationwide NASA@ My Library initiative.
Trick or Treat? Comstock Mining Reports on the Third Quarter
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/06/2017 - 9:13amComstock Mining, Inc. (CMI) filed its Third Quarter Securities and Exchange Commission financial and business report on October 31, accompanied by a press release and conference call hosted by Comstock’s CEO, Corrado DeGasperis. The Halloween date is appropriate, since “Trick or treat?” is an obvious question to be asking of this company.
NASA@ My Library - STEM Arcade: Astronomy
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/19/2017 - 7:44pmScience as Superpowers: Seeing the Invisible to Study Space with Dan Ruby!
Our eyes are wonderful, but only glimpse a small bit of the spectrum of electromagnetic energy produced by stars. To learn more about the universe beyond Earth’s atmosphere, scientists use instruments that can see beyond visible light. We will explore how this is done through telescopes and provide some simple tools that let you acquire some superhuman powers as well!
Tuesday, Oct. 10: Things to do in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 10/10/2017 - 6:15amI’ve said it before: Tuesdays are pretty busy around Carson City. Mile High Jazz Band gets the night jumping at Comma Coffee. The Geeks Who Drink Pub Quiz and DJ Trivia are always a good way to stretch one’s intellect. Take a walk on the wild side, well, art side of Carson City with today’s special Easy Walk hosted by Muscle Powered: you’ll get a glimpse of all our downtown art show, including the newest exhibit at the Courthouse Gallery showcasing Susanne Forestieri . Keep reading, and you’ll be impressed with Tuesday, too.
TUESDAY:
Sierra Lutheran High School releases impressive ACT scores
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/03/2017 - 9:08amSince the 2014-2015 school year, all high school juniors in the State of Nevada are required to take the ACT. This requirement comes as the Nevada Department of Education tries to identify the level of college readiness that public high schools are providing.
2017 Nevada Excellence in Mine Reclamation Award winners named
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/12/2017 - 10:24amCARSON CITY, NV – The Nevada Excellence in Mine Reclamation Awards for 2017 were presented on September 9 at the annual Nevada Mining Association Convention in South Lake Tahoe. Four awards were presented this year:
Hundreds attend solar eclipse viewing at Carson City Library
Submitted by editor on Mon, 08/21/2017 - 1:21pmThe Carson City Library celebrated Monday morning's solar eclipse in all its spectacular glory. Hundreds turned out for the NASA-themed event complete with safety viewing glasses, information booths and more.
Carson City Library to celebrate eclipse with activities, telescope, 200 pairs of safety glasses
Submitted by editor on Thu, 08/17/2017 - 2:41pmUPDATE SUNDAY, AUG. 20: For Monday's eclipse program, the Carson City Library is taking walk ins, however they will not be guaranteed eclipse safety glasses. The library will have other activities available and a telescope with a solar filter.
On Sunday afternoon, the Carson City Library is giving out a VERY limited amount at 1pm, line up is at 12:30pm. Must have their library card and only one per person. See the Carson City Library Facebook page here.
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Join the Carson City Library in viewing the solar eclipse this Monday, August 21 from 9 to 11 a.m. The Library will have hands-on activities, a telescope with safety filter, and other informational activities to help commemorate this amazing event.
Open Pit Mine For Silver City, "Come Hell or High Water"
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 8:03amOn August 1, 2017, Comstock Mining, Inc. (CMI) released its quarterly report, which included a number of statements and topics important to Silver City. CMI’s ultimate goal of an open pit mine in Silver City remains unchanged. The company plans to begin the permitting process for the Dayton Mine by the end of the year. “We are marching toward Dayton feasibility come hell or high water,” according to company CEO Corrado DeGasperis, with production plans ready to go in two years.
NASA at Carson City Library: Solar Eclipse Viewing Event
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 08/04/2017 - 4:15pmCome join us in viewing the solar eclipse! We will have hands-on activities, free solar eclipse glasses, and a photo booth to help you commemorate this amazing event.
Family Summer Party: Carson City's National Night Out arrives Tuesday at Mills Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/31/2017 - 12:55pmCarson City’s National Night Out, the safest outdoor party of the summer, arrives this Tuesday, August 1 at Mills Park, with a host of games, music, activities, and refreshments offered from dozens of agencies and community service organizations designed to promote public safety, awareness and community.
Carson City School District to offer preschool at Boys and Girls Club
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/24/2017 - 10:06amThe Carson City School District has partnered with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada to house a new Pre-K (preschool) classroom at the Carson City clubhouse located at 1870 Russell Way. Twenty students between the ages of 4 and 5 will receive full-day instruction this school year Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Carson City Library selected for national NASA@ My Library STEM programming initiative
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/21/2017 - 3:56pmCarson City Library has been selected through a competitive application process to be part of NASA@ My Library, an initiative to engage public audiences nationwide in informal and lifelong learning with the excitement of NASA exploration and discovery.
Carson City Visitors Bureau only organization in Nevada to receive NEA grant
Submitted by editor on Mon, 06/12/2017 - 4:01pmThe Carson City Visitors Bureau is one 75 nonprofit organizations selected to receive the National Endowment for the Arts Big Read Grant, a literary grant challenging communities to create month-long programming around the themes of selected novels.
WNC to feature ‘12 Men on the Moon’ lecture debut this Saturday
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/07/2017 - 2:56pmSpace exploration buffs won’t want to miss the upcoming presentation of Northern Nevada lecturer Mike Thomas at Western Nevada College.
4-H 2017 Summer Youth Day Camp offered in June
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 05/30/2017 - 1:35pmCarson City Cooperative Extension is looking for youth interested in the the 4-H 2017 Summer Day Camp. The camp is a week of fun and educational activities designed around exploring Carson City and surrounding areas.
Fort Churchill State Historic Park June events feature guided hikes, star walks, ranger programs
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/24/2017 - 12:38pmSILVER SPRINGS, Nev. – Fort Churchill State Historic Park is offering a variety of ranger-led programs during the month of June. Programs highlight the area’s rich history and abundant natural resources.
Carson City School District honors Employee and Educator of the Year
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/26/2017 - 2:42pmCARSON CITY — Tedra “Teddy” Cook, 7th grade teacher at Carson Middle School, was honored last night as the Carson City School District’s Educator of the Year. Additionally, Bridget Gordon, 21st Century Solutions Program coordinator at Carson High School, was recognized as the Classified Employee of the Year for the district.
Tambourines and Elephants
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/16/2017 - 11:04am“All children are artists. The problem is to remain an artist once you grow up.” — Pablo Picasso, Painter, Sculptor.
In the Fall of 2015, I was teaching to a group of high school students on the topic of creativity and innovation in entrepreneurship. As examples, I shared stories about the imaginative minds of George Lucas and Steve Jobs.
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