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Dog Shows, Candy Dance, Garage Sales and more: Events and Happenings for Saturday, September 28

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday!

On the docket today we have a dog show at Fuji Park, a Community Garage Sale, the famous Genoa Candy Dance, and much more.

Check below for a full list of activities:

Saturday, September 28

Beatles tribute, Genoa Candy Dance, Street Vibrations, dog show and more: Carson City region set for jam-packed weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of jam-packed activities over the next three days. Events include the 100th annual Candy Dance in Genoa, the Carson City Community Center Garage Sale, free walks at Nevada State Parks, Virginia City’s Street Vibrations Fall Rally, the 31st annual All-Breed Dog Shows, The Beatles Flashback tribute band concert and much more!

JoAnne Skelly column: Plants now changing as we head into fall

Writing this on Wednesday, Sept. 18, the morning temperature reading was 37 degrees and Tuesday it was 35 degrees. If the cold nights didn’t alert me that fall is near, my flowers and trees would. Leaves are turning yellow on the neighborhood poplars and ash trees. Some maples are already changing to autumn oranges and reds.

Pooches, pin ups, produce and more: events for Carson City on Saturday, September 21

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a bunch of great events going on today including Rockabilly Riot day three, the annual Pooch Plunge, and much more!


Saturday, September 21

Rockabilly Riot, cancer awareness fitness events, Dayton Valley Days and more: Carson City region set for jam-packed weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the Rockabilly Riot car show, Dayton Valley Days, a pancreatic cancer awareness walk at Silver Oak Golf Course, the annual Pooch Plunge at the Carson Aquatic Facility, horse endurance races in Virginia City, history talks at Mormon Station Park and much more!

Obituary: Nevada outdoorsman, firefighter and artist David E. Wise

David Wise, age 82, passed away on August 29, 2019. Dave was a 2nd generation Nevadan born in Carson City on July 14, 1937 to Roy and Lynn (Stewart) Wise. He was an amazing man who loved life, he was easy going, caring, funny, loving, and always had the most positive attitude. He was always smiling, even in the end.

He was so well liked, loved by others and had so many friends who thought highly of him. He loved his family and his extended family who just simply became his family.

Events and Happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Sept. 14

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday! It’s going to get hot again today with a high of 93, but don’t worry, as we get out further into the week the weather will turn more autumnal with highs in the 70s. It could be the last hot day for a while, at least until a freak 90s+ hot day in November followed by a week long blizzard, so enjoy it while it’s here!

Today on the docket we have the farmers market, a Celtic fair at Dangberg Ranch, craft shows, and more! Check below to see the events throughout the weekend:

Saturday, September 14

Art festival, Celtic faire, awareness walks, bike rides and more: Carson City region prepares for jam-packed weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region packed with excitement over the next three days. Events include the Silver State Art Festival at Fuji Park, suicide awareness walks in Carson City, a Celtic faire at Dangberg Home Ranch, the ninth annual Edible Pedal bike ride at Bowers Mansion, train rides in Virginia City and much more!

Inaugural Women’s Leadership and Legacy Retreat at Tahoe featured Sept. 19-20

Event Date: 
September 19, 2019 (All day)
September 20, 2019 (All day)
Forty-nine percent of the workforce is women, but only 27 percent are of the C-Suite. Yet research shows when women are in leadership roles, companies thrive.

The first Women’s Leadership & Legacy Retreat in Tahoe will be featured Thursday and Friday, Sept. 19-20 at Tahoe Beach Retreat.

JoAnne Skelly column: Tired of Gardening Yet? Prepare now for the first frost

About this time of year, I find my interest in gardening waning a bit. For one thing, it’s hot. For another, it’s already September and the first frost may not be far off, so why bother. In years past, I reminded people to expect the first frost around September 15 in most areas.

Art fairs, camel races, train rides and more: events and happenings in the Carson City region for Saturday, Sept. 7

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday! Today we’ll see a high in the mid 80s and a low in the mid to low 40s, which to me sounds like Fall is right around the corner!

We’ve got a ton of great events today and tomorrow, so check them out below:

Memorial run, history walks, camel races, veteran resource fair and more: Carson City region gears up for eventful weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s plenty of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include an artists fair at Carson Mall, the 60th annual camel and ostrich races in Virginia City, a memorial run in Carson City, the 28th annual Oktoberfest in Gardnerville, a Veterans Resource Fair at Carson Nugget, history walks at Mormon Station Park, live comedy and more.

Carson City Native And Newcomers Club

Event Date: 
September 12, 2019 - 11:30am

You are invited to join us For our September gathering for lunch and meeting. We will have  a guest speaker David Ruf Horticulturist from Green House Garden Center who will be sharing information and answering questions such as what, where and when to plant flowers and plants in our area.

Carson City's Labor Day Weekend Events: Saturday, August 31

Happy Saturday, Carson City! We have a beautiful, hot labor day weekend ahead of us with highs of 93 and lows in the mid 50s through Monday. There are tons of great summer-time events this weekend, and enjoy them while you can because Fall is just around the corner!

Check below to see the events through the weekend in Carson City and our surrounding area:

Saturday, August 31

Rolling Stones tribute, outdoor movies, parade and more: Carson City region readies for Labor Day weekend

Heading into Labor Day weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next four days, which include guided tours at the Nevada State Museum, movie showings at Mills and Schulz Ranch Park, a school supply car cruise and Bingo fundraiser at the Carson Mall, trash pickup at Lake Tahoe, a Rolling Stones tribute band at Carson Nugget, Virginia City’s Labor Day Parade and more!

Events and happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Aug. 24

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday! We’ve got a ton of great events going on today in the capital city. Check out below to see what’s brewing through the weekend!

Saturday, August 24

HopeFest, Comstock rodeo and jazz festival finale: Carson City region lined up for eventful weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days, including HopeFest9 on Friday, dirt bike races at Fuji Park, a job fair at Eagle Valley Children's Home, and the final weekend of the Jazz and Beyond festival and Levitt AMP outdoor concert series at the Brewery Arts Center.

Fitness, music, film and Count Basie: Events around Carson City for Tuesday, August 20

Having made it through the first day of school in Carson City, it is onward and upward as we head into Tuesday, August 20, 2019. Events around the area include fitness hikes and bike ride, a free floral design class at Silver City School House, art showings and Congressman Mark Amodei at Casino Fandango. Also featured is the launch of the Jukebox International Film Festival at the community center, a jazz quintet performance at Comma Courtyard and the 115th birthday celebration of Count Basie as part of the Jazz and Beyond music festival. Enjoy the day.

Free Floral Design Class for Adults and Teens this Tuesday at Silver City School House

Adults and Teens Floral Design Class August 20
Event Date: 
August 20, 2019 - 10:00am

SILVER CITY, Nev. — Learn to create beautiful floral arrangements with wildflowers you’ve collected, or flowers from your own garden, with expert tips from Community Roots & Shoots’ Floral Designer, Lynnette Edmondson. No flowers? Lynnette can bring some for you.

This free class has limited space. To reserve your spot, please RSVP to quest@theodata.com.

Bluegrass and Punk and Celtic: oh my! Three music festivals highlight Saturday’s events in Carson City

Good morning Carson City and happy Saturday! Today we’ve got a ton of great events, including three separate music festivals at Shoe Tree Brewing Co., Bowers Mansion, and the Brewery Arts Center!

Check out below to see what’s going on this weekend.

Jazz, Celtic and bluegrass, train rides and more: Carson City region in store for jam-packed weekend

Event Date: 
August 16, 2019 (All day)
August 17, 2019 (All day)
August 18, 2019 (All day)

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days, including the Jazz and Beyond Carson City Music Festival, a bluegrass festival at Bowers Mansion, Celtic favorites at the BAC, tours at the Nevada State Museum, train rides, standup comedy at the Carson Nugget, a block party at Silver Oak Golf Course, a Boy Scouts car show at Fuji Park, "'Kutz for Kids' and more.

Louise Kerr's Art Show and Celebration of Life Reception

Event Date: 
September 14, 2019 (All day)

Renowned American Artist, E. Louise Kerr, peacefully passed away in her Virginia City, Nevada home with her loved ones by her side. February 19, 1925 to November 13, 2018

A Celebration of Life, Art Show and Reception will be held at St. Mary's Art Center in Virginia City, Saturday Sept. 14, 2019 1 to 4 p.m. Anyone who loved Louise and her Artwork is welcome. www.elouisekerr.com
Louise brought color and light everywhere she went.

Nature and crafts blend together at Greenhouse Garden Art Fest in Carson City

Art and flowers made the perfect blend on Saturday during the 16th annual Greenhouse Garden Art Fest in Carson City.

Dozens of vendors sold different forms of art to capture the eyes of attendees while the lush greens, plants and flowers in the Greenhouse served as a comforting background.

Music, hikes, and Hot August Nights: Events for Carson City on Saturday, Aug. 10

Good morning Carson City! It's going to be a beautiful day with the high in the mid 70s, and we have a ton of great activities and events in our wonderful capitol city today! Check below to see what's happening through the weekend.

Saturday, August 10

Jazz festival, history talks, music and more: Carson City region lined up for eventful weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by, including the Jazz and Beyond Music Festival, Carson City Library’s End of Summer Learning Challenge, history talks at Mormon Station Park, train rides in Virginia City, a sushi cooking class at Sierra Chef on Sunday and more!

Obituary for Roger M. Laird

Event Date: 
August 10, 2019 - 11:00am

Roger Morrison Laird passed away on August 6, 2019, in the comfort of his home in Carson City, NV surrounded by close family.

Roger was married to his high school sweetheart, Jean (Russell) Laird. They shared 56 years of marriage.

Carson City's Greenhouse Garden Center brings music, art and flowers together Saturday for 'Art Fest’

Event Date: 
August 10, 2019 - 10:00am

This Saturday, the Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City will host its 16th annual “Greenhouse Garden Art Fest” which acts a platform for artists to show and sell their work, musicians to serenade the community, all the while amongst the backdrop of the Greenhouse in full bloom.

August Wine Walk, Farmer’s Market, Hot August Nights and more: Events for Saturday, Aug. 3 in Carson City

Happy Saturday Carson City! It’s going to be a hot, sunny summer day in the capital city with a high of 94. We’ve got a ton of great events to attend, so make sure to bring some sunscreen!

Here’s what we have planned for the rest of the weekend:

Saturday, August 3

Hot August Nights, outdoor concerts, park history walks and more: Carson City region in store for eventful weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days, including Hot August Nights Kickoff Rallies in Virginia City, history walks at Mormon Station Park, pickleball at the Carson City MAC, concerts at the Brewery Arts Center and TJ’s Corral, a Muscle Powered Sunday morning bike ride and more!

Farmers Markets, Demolition Derbies and more: Carson City Events for Saturday, July 27

Good morning Carson City, and happy Saturday! Get ready for a hot, sunny summer day with a high of 93. We’ve got a full day ahead of us so check out below and take your pick!

Saturday, July 27

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