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Carson City Capital Crossfire: Putting the 'Well' back in Welfare
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/03/2013 - 5:56pmThis week's Carson City Capital Crossfire with Karl Neathammer and Shelly Aldean features guests Heather Cunningham, national training director for the National Circles Campaign, and Brenda Silis, coordinator of the Capital City Circles Initiative.
A Walk Down the Fall Art Walk Lane
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/31/2013 - 7:43am
At 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday morning a group of well bundled people met in downtown Carson City for the Fall Art Walk. If you missed the walk or forgot to take notes, here is a brief recap.
1) Comma Coffee – The “Backseat Gallery” in the back was featuring art by Barry Mitchell. It was a great opportunity to get a hot coffee too.
2) Legislative Grounds – A viewing of the statues of Kit Carson and Abraham Curry and the Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial along the beautiful ground of the Nevada State Legislature.
Erik Holland is painting in Carson City for his November show
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/30/2013 - 1:22pm
Reno plein air painter Erik Holland will be out in all weather over the next two weeks painting some of the iconic features of Carson City for an upcoming reception, show and sale. The event is called "Art in the Afternoon" and will take place at the Jones Mansion in Gold Hill on November 9 and 10.
Lake Tahoe ski resorts rejoice with first significant snow of the season
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 10/28/2013 - 12:36pm
The season's first significant snowfall covered the Sierra Monday with nearly a foot of powder at Lake Tahoe area resorts and 3-5 inches at lake level.
Anticipation for additional snowfall along with summer investments pays winter dividends at Tahoe South this season. Millions of capital expenditures at the three area ski resorts this year will complement revitalization efforts throughout town to create new options on where to stay, play and dine during the 2013-14 season.
New reality show features contestants from Reno and Vegas
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Sun, 10/27/2013 - 10:57pm
by NICHOLAS STACK “Next Best Bartender”, a new reality television show that aims to find the best bartender in the nation, will feature contestants from Reno, Las Vegas and Sacramento, Calif. The show’s producers held its final tryouts at the West Second Street Bar...
Women to Women Nevada with Sue Jesch
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/25/2013 - 9:41am
Sue Jesch is the Education Director of the Carson City Symphony and an amazing private violin and viola instructor. She has taught violin and viola and performed professionally for more than 30 years. She began playing in the Carson City Symphony when she moved to Nevada in 2004.
She became founding director of the Symphony’s successful Strings in the Schools and Strings in the Summer programs in 2005. She is recipient of the 2011 Nevada Governor’s Arts Award for Leadership in Arts Education.
Buffalo Wild Wings prepares for Nov. 18 Carson City opening with zesty offer to first 100 in the door
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 10/24/2013 - 2:49pm
Champion hot wings served up tangy Buffalo style will find a home in Carson City beginning next month when the Buffalo Wild Wings franchise opens its doors on South Carson Street.
To be sure there's a packed grand opening at the sports bar and restaurant being built at 3815 South Carson Street, the owners are offering quite an incentive: Free wings for a year for the first 100 people who walk in the door at 11 a.m. Nov. 18.
Nevada Day Parade gets its own feature song and video
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/22/2013 - 7:26amOne of the great things to come out of this year's Nevada Day pre-festivities is this song and video. Written, performed and produced by Daylan Rhea with the video by Jim Gustafson of Nevada Multimedia Productions in Carson City, this 2 minute, 13 second ditty is the ultimate Nevada Day Parade song.
You can also check out the song on Soundcloud here.
Lake Tahoe woman hits $1.4 million slot jackpot at MontBleu
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/18/2013 - 1:52pmA South Shore Lake Tahoe woman won $1.4 million at MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa Wednesday, the largest single win in the property’s seven year history.
The lucky Tahoe local, in her 30s who wished to remain anonymous, hit the big payload on the IGT Wheel of Fortune® progressive slot for a total of $1,407,656.68 Wednesday evening in the High Limit Room. The winner played $100 before hitting the jackpot.
“Dreams do come true,” said Brett Hunn, director of marketing at MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa. “This is MontBleu biggest slot hit and I’m betting there’s more to come.”
Women to Women Nevada with Bonners Fairy book series author Liz Patterson
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/18/2013 - 8:34am
Children's book writer Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Patterson is this week's guest on Women to Women Nevada.
Patterson, a Carson City Support Services Specialist, has penned a series of six children's fantasy and adventure books "Bonners Fairy." The series is about teenage twins, Haley and Henry Miles, who discover a secret world of dark and light forces hidden in a portal on their father's estate. Go here for the official website.
Outdoors with Don Q: A short but interesting visit to Elko
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/16/2013 - 9:23pm
Elaine and I recently returned from an interesting, three-day, two-night visit to Elko, way over in Northeastern Nevada. We are both members of the Board of Directors of the Nevada Operation Game Thief (OGT) Citizens Board.
That OGT Citizens Board has been in existence since 1987, and it is the small, private group that pays rewards for information that leads to the conviction of poachers of Nevada's wildlife.
Snowboarding magazine ranks Sierra Resort among best in North America
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 10/15/2013 - 5:28amSierra-at-Tahoe ski resort near South Lake Tahoe has been ranked among the best mountains in North America for 2014 by TransWorld SNOWboarding magazine.
Considered as one of the top magazines in the industry, the publication has been ranking the best resorts in North America for more than a decade. The resort poll ranks mountains based on mountain features such as parks and halfpipe, terrain, and other areas including vibe, snowfall, lodging, value, and food. Each year TransWorld readers are polled to rank their three favorite resorts based on their overall experience.
Area artists work on display at the Carson City Business Resource Innovation Center
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/11/2013 - 12:56am
The Capital City Arts Initiative opened its exhibition, BRIC Art 4, with artwork by eight area artists at the Carson City Business Resource Innovation Center on Wednesday. The exhibition will remain at the BRIC through early September 2014.
Women to Women Nevada with Carol Del Carlo
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/11/2013 - 12:03am
This week's guest on Women to Women Nevada is Carol Del Carlo, a native Nevadan active in the state Republican Party.
Women to Women Nevada is hosted by Carol Paz and televised on Charter Media every Thursday at 7 pm on Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Lake Tahoe) and 15 (in Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton) and appears every Friday on Carson Now. The locally produced and privately owned program features Northern Nevada women who are making a difference in their communities and in the region.
Carson City Classic Ghost Walk and Mini Tour set for Oct. 19
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/08/2013 - 9:25am
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October 19, 2013 - 10:00am Carson City’s rich and intriguing history is explored and theatrically relived in the 19th annual Classic Ghost Walk.
The Carson City Ghost Walk is a delightfully spooky and enjoyable way to experience Carson City’s Victorian Era and diverse past. Meet lingering spirits of the past, with many haunted and paranormal stories to take in. Some of our spirits even lead the guided walking tours of the downtown district’s historic homes.
Carson City Symphony Concert 'The Lure of Tropics and Travel' features pianist Joshua Russell
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 10/06/2013 - 11:44amEvent Date:
October 20, 2013 - 4:00pm
The Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, will open its 30th season on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013, 4 p.m., with a concert, "The Lure of Tropics and Travel," at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater, 851 E. William Street in Carson City. Featured guest soloist is pianist Joshua Russell.
CCAI BRIC Art 4 Exhibition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 8:07pm
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September 3, 2014 - 5:00pm The Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, BRIC Art 4, with artwork by eight area artists at the City’s Business Resource Innovation Center [BRIC]. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Wednesday, October 9, from 5 - 7pm. The BRIC is located at 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. The exhibition and reception are free and the public is cordially invited. The exhibition will remain at the BRIC through early September 2014.
Women to Women Nevada with Dana Fruend and Doreen Mack
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 10/04/2013 - 8:54am
This week's Women to Women Nevada features Dana Fruend and Doreen Mack, both active in numerous organizations with the intent on spreading the good news about downtown Carson City.
Fruend is President of Downtown 20/20, co-owner and marketing director at Agency 36, marketing manager at Carson Horseshoe Club and writer at Quick Throttle Magazine. Mack is the owner/president at Lofty Expressions, Inc., and Past President of Downtown 20/20.
“Ceramic Reflections” features Nevada Arts Council fellow, reception Oct. 11 at CSN
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/03/2013 - 9:41am
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November 29, 2013 - 8:00am The work of Las Vegas artist Robin Stark, a recipient of a 2014 Artist Fellowship Grant from the Nevada Arts Council, is featured in the exhibit at the College of Southern Nevada Artspace Gallery on the Cheyenne Campus. “Ceramic Reflections” is displayed Oct. 4 through Nov. 29, with an artist reception from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 11.
Women to Women Nevada with Connie Weiser
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 10/02/2013 - 10:52amWomen to Women Nevada host Carol Paz welcomes Connie Weiser, owner of Connie's Alterations, Repairs, Gifts, Etc in Carson City.
Women to Women Nevada is televised on Charter Media every Thursday at 7 pm on Channel 3 (Reno, Sparks, Fernley, Fallon, Lake Tahoe) and 15 (in Carson City, Gardnerville, Dayton) and appears every Friday on Carson Now. The locally produced and privately owned program features Northern Nevada women who are making a difference in their communities and in the region.
Western Nevada College softball program fundraiser Nov. 3 features 5K run/walk
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/24/2013 - 10:35am
Enjoy autumn’s change of season and get fit for the holidays with a 5K run and walk on Sunday, Nov. 3, at 3 p.m., in Carson City.
The Western Nevada College softball team is sponsoring the event to promote fitness and fun, and to raise funds for their upcoming 2014 season. Race headquarters is at El Charro Avitia Mexican restaurant, 4389 S. Carson St. in Carson City.
Northern Nevada Railway Last Star Train Sept. 28, October Ghost Trains in the works
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/23/2013 - 7:43amEvent Date:
September 28, 2013 - 7:00pm
Enjoy a wondrous evening under the stars with our friends from Great Basin National Park as they host the Star Train at Nevada Northern Railway, Saturday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m.
There will be a trivia contest on board with prizes for those with their thinking caps on. Passengers will be let off the train in order to gaze through telescopes at the night sky, guided by the Dark Rangers of Great Basin National Park. This is a great train ride that the whole family can enjoy.
Senior Mingle to collect shoes for Carson City students
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/20/2013 - 3:40pmThe Lodge Assisted Living Community will host its monthly Senior Mingle on Thursday, September 26 from 2 – 4pm. All local seniors are invited to attend the Mingle which features entertainment, refreshments and fun raffle prizes.
This month, guests are asked to bring a new pair of athletic shoes to donate as part of the Lodge’s annual SOLEmates Shoe Drive. The shoes will be donated to the Carson City School District’s McKinney/Vento Children in Transition program.
Women to Women Nevada with Autumn James
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/20/2013 - 6:05am
This week's Women to Women Nevada interview features Autumn James, jewelry manager at Northern Nevada Coin in Carson City. Host Carol Paz speaks with James, a self-described "rock hound" who talks about vintage, precious and semi-precious stones, metals, diamonds, gems and fine jewelry in this episode.
Great and not so great escapes from Nevada State Prison featured at Oct. 16 talk
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/19/2013 - 2:00pmEvent Date:
October 16, 2013 - 6:30pm
One escape from Nevada State Prison fits the category of “great.” Most of the others, not so much. Glen Whorton, former director of the Nevada Department of Corrections, will speak at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Silver Oak Executive Conference Center in Carson City on “Great and not so great escapes from Nevada State Prison.”
His talk is free and open to the public. It is the first in a monthly series of presentations by the Nevada State Prison Preservation Society on the history of the 151-year-old prison.
Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong announces fourth term run
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 09/17/2013 - 6:28pm
Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong will run for a fourth term as the capital city's top law enforcement officer, announcing his 2014 re-election intentions Tuesday.
In what Furlong described as three "politically quiet but challenging years," crime statistics have trended downward since the 2010 election, which is remarkable given Carson City's economic climate as it continues to deal with the effects of a deep, prolonged recession.
Polar Express Carson City holiday train tickets on sale now
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/13/2013 - 3:19pm
Returning with more rides and seat options for its third season after two consecutive years of sold-out tours, tickets to the Carson City Polar Express aboard the historic Virginia and Truckee Railroad are on sale now for the 2013 holiday season.
With just 30 trains in the U.S. that travel to the North Pole, the Polar Express aboard the historic Virginia & Truckee Railroad has captured the hearts, minds and imaginations of children, their parents and grandparents making the train tour into a holiday tradition for Carson City area families.
Women to Women Nevada with Debbie Sullivan
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/13/2013 - 8:26amWomen to Women Nevada's newest segment is with Debbie Sullivan, co-owner of Sunshine Bakery and Deli in Incline Village. Host Carol Paz interviews Sullivan about Incline's newest restaurant.
Contra Dance Oct. 12 with Slim & Minnie, Norris Schultz and Vicki Hass: Local Honey Contra Dance Band
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/10/2013 - 9:58pm
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October 12, 2013 - 7:15pm Contra Dance with Sierra Contra Dance Society to live music by Local Honey Band on Oct. 13, 2013 in the Old Liberty School (Old Southside School Building / Reno Parks and Rec.), 190 E. Liberty St., Reno.
The dance starts at 7:30PM. New-dancer orientation starts at 7:15PM.
Contra dancing is similar to line dancing and square dancing, and it's always done to LIVE music. It's easy to learn, and a caller calls out all the dance moves. It's fun, sociable and aerobic.
Attention single female homeowners: Women's council offers home improvement help
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 09/06/2013 - 4:34pm
The Builders Association of Western Nevada Women’s Council, which serves Carson City, Douglas County and Lyon County, will continue its Helping Hands program this year by giving single female homeowners or senior citizens some help with upgrades and repairs to the homes they own.
Helping Hand signups continue through Sept. 12. To be considered for the program applicants:
— Must be a single female homeowner or senior citizen
— Applicant’s name must appear on the assessor’s role.
— Is to be done at your owned residence.
— Can be completed within 1-2 days or less.
