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Puppies and Pollinators: Carson City events and happenings for Sunday, May 19

Good morning Carson City, and happy Sunday! I'm sorry to tell you we're going to have another sad-weather day, with scattered showers, a high of 52 and a low of 34. But maybe mother nature is just trying to add a little extra water to the lakes and rivers before shutting down for a hot summer? On the docket today we have a pollinator garden site work day, the final performance of Western Nevada Musical Theatre's "Crazy for You" and a National Adoption Weekend event at Petsmart with Res-Que, so stop by and give those pups a snuggle!

Carson City elementary schools to help pre-schoolers ‘Gear Up for Kindergarten’

Elementary schools in the Carson City School District will host individual school site welcome events for all transitioning preschoolers and incoming kindergarteners. The events are designed for students and parents to tour their new school, meet teachers and administrators and build on the fun and excitement about going to school.

Carson City Girl Scouts seek new and used shoes for footwear drive

Carson City Girl Scout Troop 105 is collecting new, used, unwearable, and out grown shoes. Shoes can be dropped of at Bordewich, Seeliger, Fremont, and Empire Elementary Schools until May 31.

Carson City School District recognizes 22 with Distinguished Student Awards

The Carson City School District took time at the School Board meeting Tuesday night to recognize 22 students with the “Distinguished Student Award.” The student winners were selected by administrators and recognized in pairs from their respective schools as having specific qualities, skills and characteristics that distinguished them.

Happy Mother's Day Carson City! Here are the events happening today

Happy Mother's Day Carson City! It's going to be a hot one today with a high of 82 and a low of 47. Don't forget to stop by Mills Park for the carnival, which will be packing up and heading out of town tonight. On the docket today we have a Mother's Day brunch, a Bea Arthur tribute bingo and brunch, and more!

Column: A northerner's trip to the Nevada Southland

The last vacation I took was more than five years ago in Las Vegas. Being the country boy that I am, my arrival to the “Entertainment Capital of the World” was filled with both excitement and angst.

Vacancy Report shows Carson City's tight market, new apartment complexes coming soon

The 2019 Vacancy Study for Carson City has been released, showing a growing trend of low vacancies, especially in multi-family residential complexes and industrial space.

According to the study, however, there are several projects either underway or waiting for approval, including new apartment complexes, industrial buildings, school expansions, a dog boarding facility, and more.

Bicycle month rolls through Carson City, Bike and Music Festival set for May 17

Event Date: 
May 17, 2019 - 6:00pm

As the sun is starting to emerge in Carson City, so too are the bicycles. “I’m already hearing from people that they’re getting their bikes out of the garage,” said Randy Gaa, president of Muscle Powered, the nonprofit organization dedicated to a walkable and bikeable community.

Events around Carson City for Sunday, April 28

Hello Carson City. We're heading into Sunday, April 28, 2019 with another fabulous Spring day ahead with highs in the low 70s. Events lined up include a cancer center benefit bow shoot hosted by Clear Creek Bowmen, a Muscle Powered bike ride, a Bee City USA Earth Week presentation, an open house at the Wungnema House in Mills Park, a Carson City Symphony concert and more. Enjoy your day.

Carson City School District Honors Educators and Employees of the Year

CARSON CITY — Nicolas Jacques, music teacher at Carson Middle School, was honored last night as the Carson City School District’s Educator of the Year. Additionally, James “Jim” Pike, special needs school bus driver for transportation, was recognized as the Education Support Professional (ESP) Employee of the Year for the district.

Carson City's local Pokemon Go! club catches trash at Litter Mob clean up

Carson City's Pokemon Go! club gave back to the community on Monday by meeting up for a trash cleanup, while also catching some Pokemon.

Happy Easter, Carson City! Here's the schedule for today

Good morning Carson City, and Happy Easter! Today will be more of the same with partly cloudy skies, gentle breezes, possible showers, with a high of 62 degrees and a low of 37 degrees. On the schedule today we have day two of egg hunting at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, an Easter Sunday service at the Community Center, a community bike ride, and more!

Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, April 14

Good morning Carson City. Today is Sunday, April 14 and we are officially one week away from Easter. Today is going to be a bit breezy and cloudy, but the high will be 63 degrees with a low of 43, so at least we aren't freezing. Check below to see what events await you today in our capital city.

What's happening around Carson City on Friday, April 12

Here we are, entering the end of the work week. We welcome Friday, April 12, 2019 with a forecast calling for mostly sunny skies with a daytime high in the low to mid 50s. Not bad. The weekend is shaping up nicely with sunshine and a warming trend. There's plenty on tap today and tonight around town. Enjoy.

What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, April 7

Hello Carson City and welcome to Sunday, April 7, 2019. How's your weekend going? We're heading into another partly sunny spring day, with a daytime high in the mid-60s. Step outside, go for a bike ride, walk or hike and take in the available sunshine while it lasts as another chance of rain showers are headed our way by Tuesday. Stay tuned.

What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, March 31

Welcome Carson City to Sunday, March 31, 2019. The last day of the month will bring sunny skies and a daytime high somewhere in the low 60s. Ideal spring weather before the next system arrives Monday bringing with it warmer temperatures but showers as well. Today there's art gallery showings, two children's theater performances, a bike ride and a tour of the stone Wungnema House at Mills Park.

Tickets available for upcoming parent-student school dances at Governor's Mansion, CHS

Two upcoming dances offered by two Carson City schools are aimed at family participation, with parents serving as dance partners to their children.

What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, March 24

There is something about the start of Spring that makes Sundays seem more pleasant; despite the fact that the weekend is on its downhill slide. There are always pleasant things to do in Carson City come rain, snow, wind or shine.

Fremont Elementary PTA to host Mother and Son Dance at Governor's Mansion

Mother Son Dance
Event Date: 
April 12, 2019 - 6:00pm

Fremont Elementary School PTA is hosting our First Mother & Son Dance! This event is open to all ages in our community. The dance will be on April 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Governor's Mansion located at 606 Mountain Street in Carson City.

Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride

Event Date: 
April 28, 2019 - 9:00am

Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Road in Carson City, in the south parking lot next to the Linear Ditch Trail.

Ride will normally consist of two loops which are 10-15 miles long each. The ride pace will vary depending on rider level, but will usually be about a 12-16 mph pace. This is a "no drop" ride so no one is left behind.

All riders must have a bicycle in safe working condition, a helmet, and closed toed shoes.

Contact Michael Bish at mrbish11@att.net or 775-291-2068, if you have questions.

Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride

Event Date: 
April 21, 2019 - 9:00am

Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Road in Carson City, in the south parking lot next to the Linear Ditch Trail.

Ride will normally consist of two loops which are 10-15 miles long each. The ride pace will vary depending on rider level, but will usually be about a 12-16 mph pace. This is a "no drop" ride so no one is left behind.

All riders must have a bicycle in safe working condition, a helmet, and closed toed shoes.

Contact Michael Bish at mrbish11@att.net or 775-291-2068, if you have questions.

Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride

Event Date: 
April 14, 2019 - 9:00am

Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Road in Carson City, in the south parking lot next to the Linear Ditch Trail.

Ride will normally consist of two loops which are 10-15 miles long each. The ride pace will vary depending on rider level, but will usually be about a 12-16 mph pace. This is a "no drop" ride so no one is left behind.

All riders must have a bicycle in safe working condition, a helmet, and closed toed shoes.

Contact Michael Bish at mrbish11@att.net or 775-291-2068, if you have questions.

Muscle Powered Weekly Bike Ride

Event Date: 
April 7, 2019 - 9:00am

Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Road in Carson City, in the south parking lot next to the Linear Ditch Trail.

Ride will normally consist of two loops which are 10-15 miles long each. The ride pace will vary depending on rider level, but will usually be about a 12-16 mph pace. This is a "no drop" ride so no one is left behind.

All riders must have a bicycle in safe working condition, a helmet, and closed toed shoes.

Contact Michael Bish at mrbish11@att.net or 775-291-2068, if you have questions.

What's happening around Carson City on Tuesday, March 19

Good morning Carson City and welcome to the last day of winter. It is Tuesday, March 19, 2019. Expect mostly sunshine and cloudy skies today as a weather system is expected to move into the region later tonight bringing rain showers to the lower valleys and some snow to the Sierra for the first day of Spring. Here's what is happening around town today, including free admission to the Nevada State Museum.

Motorist Advisory: Carson City schoolchildren to participate Wednesday in Nevada Moves Day

Event Date: 
March 20, 2019 (All day)

Schools in Carson City, Lyon and Douglas counties will participate in Wednesday's statewide Nevada Moves Day, with walking and bicycling events planned for the day.

What's happening around Carson City on St. Patrick's Day Sunday, March 17

Happy St. Patrick's Day, Carson City! May the luck o' the Irish be with you on this fine Spring-like Sunday.

Leprechauns may well have had a hand in turning our seasonal fortunes around and making the ground hog look like he knows what he's doing.

What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, March 10

Today has earned a happy dance, because there will be an extra hour of daylight with which to enjoy the outdoors. Just remember to set your alarms so you aren't an hour late for work Monday!

Nevada's governor, dignitaries visit Carson City classrooms, guest-read during reading week

Grade-schoolers at Fremont Elementary School in Carson City temporarily experienced a reprieve from their day-to-day academic endeavors last week when several community partners and local dignitaries visited classrooms to read to students.

What's happening around Carson City on Sunday, March 3

Drizzly, dreary, cool weather that has made its mark on the Carson City area so far this month may only seem like bad tidings approaching the Ides of March. But I think Leprechuans would agree: The wetter the weather, the brighter the rainbow.

Carson City kindergarten registration begins Monday

Event Date: 
March 4, 2019 (All day)

The Carson City School District is asking parents to mark their calendars for Monday, March 4, to begin registering children who will be 5-years-old by Sept. 30, 2019, and eligible for Kindergarten for the coming 2019-2020 school year.

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