Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada
Nevada Mining Association and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada Unveil ‘Mining in Today’s World’ Patch Program
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 9:24amThe Nevada Mining Association has teamed up with the Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada for the first-ever “Mining In Today’s World” patch program.
24 new badges prepare area Girl Scouts to be ambitious, decisive leaders
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/27/2020 - 1:14pmCARSON CITY — Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA announced Monday there are 24 new badges designed to help girls practice ambitious leadership in the crucial areas of automotive engineering, STEM career exploration, entrepreneurship, and civics, many of which remain male-dominated.
Prepare Girls for Kindergarten with Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada’s Virtual Events Series
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/18/2020 - 11:15amCARSON CITY — Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) is launching a free “Make New Friends” virtual event series to ensure that all girls are prepared to start kindergarten with confidence.
Girls Scouts of Sierra Nevada offers virtual Camp-In Camp Out as alternative summer option
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 9:25amCARSON CITY — While the COVID-19 pandemic forced many camps to cancel their summer 2020 programs, Girl Scouts of the Sierra offers a safe, affordable alternative for girls to experience the beloved summertime tradition.
With Camp Wasiu II’s Virtual Camp-In Camp Out, girls can fight learning loss with engaging science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) activities. Camp Wasiu II’s Virtual Camp-In Camp Out is Sunday, July 12 through Thursday, July 16.
Ridge Elected to NCET Board; McQuillen and Robertson Re-Elected
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 04/07/2020 - 2:16pmAlana Ridge has been elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology.
Wes McQuillen and Kyle Robertson have been re-elected to the NCET board.
Ridge, elected as NCET’s vice president of public relations, is a public relations and strategic communications professional in Reno, with a background spanning several industries -- from travel and tourism to the non-profit sector.
Girl Scouts at Home program available free online
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 7:33amGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA are excited to announce the launch of their Girl Scouts at Home programming. Girl Scouts at Home offers all girls — whether they are registered Girl Scouts or not — access to Girl Scout activities.
South Carson Street groundbreaking ceremony, International Film Festival, live music and more this weekend in Carson City region
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 02/27/2020 - 5:41pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include the South Carson Complete Streets Project groundbreaking ceremony, the International Film Festival held Friday and Saturday at the Carson City Community Center and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie weekend with door-to-door cookie sales. Combined with plenty of live music, the Carson City region is in store for a busy three days. Read on for more information.
Girl Scout Cookie 2020 weekend begins Friday, Carson City sales to continue to March 15
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 02/24/2020 - 2:47pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA will celebrate National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend Feb. 28 through March 1. The annual occasion honors the achievements of young entrepreneurs across the U.S. and in northern Nevada — Girl Scouts who run successful cookie booth and door-to-door cookie sales as well as market their businesses online using the Digital Cookie platform.
Soroptimist International of Carson City announces 'Women Helping Women' honorees
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 01/12/2020 - 1:58pmSoroptimist International of Carson City is pleased to announce our “Women Helping Women” Honorees to be recognized for their dedication to improving the lives of women or girls in our community, at our inaugural “Celebrating Women Helping Women” event on Feb. 20, 2020 at the Carson Nugget, from 5:45 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada launch 2020 cookie season with new choice and packaging
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/07/2020 - 8:09pmCARSON CITY — Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada and Girl Scouts of the USA launched its 2020 Girl Scout Cookie season on Tuesday, encouraging Girl Scouts across the U.S. to become entrepreneurs, earning money to power their own leadership opportunities and adventures.
Events around Carson City for Thursday, Nov. 21
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 11/20/2019 - 8:01pmPartly sunny skies and cool temperatures are expected Thursday with a warmup in time for the weekend. Events ahead around the capital city include a meeting of the Board of Supervisors, a discussion on holiday stress and dementia offered by Carson Tahoe Expressions Memory Care, and an afternoon hike hosted by Muscle Powered. Also ahead, Carson City's GOP will host a discussion with several political leaders representing the capital city. There will be a 'Glorious Expanse' artist reception at WNC Gallery, plus library activities and more.
Northern Nevada women honored as local leaders by Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 5:29pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada is pleased to announce this year’s Triumphant: Celebrating Women in Leadership Dinner honorees. Six women, each representing one of the six Girl Scout focus areas, will be recognized at the 17th annual awards dinner on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019, at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno.
Nevada Day 2019 Parade Lineup is here
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 7:22pmHello Carson City! Are we excited for the parade yet? I know I am! We’re only a few days away now, so take a gander below to find the parade line up and parade categories.
Girls Are the Key to Powering America’s STEM Future
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 6:44pmNew technology and scientific innovations make our world more connected and more competitive, and it isn’t just scientists and the experts in Silicon Valley who are noticing these changes. As a United States senator from Nevada and the CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA, we have seen firsthand how technology is changing the fabric of our everyday lives and increasing the competitiveness of American businesses in towns and cities across the U.S.
Girl Scouts TRIUMPHANT gala raises critical funds for local girls
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 12/05/2018 - 7:50pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada just recently celebrated their 16th Annual TRIUMPHANT: Celebrating Women in Leadership Awards Dinner on November 15.
Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada to honor Carson City leader at annual awards dinner
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 10/09/2018 - 6:06pmCJ Manthe from Carson City will be honored in November by the Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada at the 16th annual Triumphant: Celebrating Women in Leadership Awards Dinner.
Things to do around Carson City on Sunday, Sept. 9
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 09/08/2018 - 5:57pmIf your Sunday plans are still up in the air, consider a short trip to Reno very early in the morning to catch the final day of the 2018 Great Reno Balloon Race. Glow Show and Dawn Patrol start around 4:30 a.m. and Mass Ascension takes place by 6:30 a.m.
Girl Scout Day at the 2018 Great Reno Balloon Race
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 09/04/2018 - 2:23pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada will host their ultimate balloon scavenger hunt adventure on Sunday, September 9 from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m at the Great Reno Balloon Race in Rancho San Rafael Park.
Girls will meet balloon pilots, help clean the park, and join other Girl Scouts from across their council. Everyone is welcome to join the fun including family, friends, and not-yet Girl Scouts. And yes – this is a free event!
Girl Scout troops around Northern Nevada to begin selling cookies at booths beginning Friday
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/28/2017 - 1:32pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada’s 2017 cookie program is officially underway. Girl Scout troops will host their cookie booths in front of retail shops and grocery stores from Friday, March 3 to April 2, 2017.
Carson City kickoff: Girl Scout cookie sales begin Friday at Carson Mall event, new cookie options
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/03/2017 - 1:44pmGirl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada will celebrate the beginning of the 2017 Cookie Season with the Carson City Cookie Kickoff event. The celebration is Friday, Jan. 6 at the Carson City Mall from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Girl Scouts seek Women In Leadership nominees
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/16/2014 - 6:40pmDo you know an extraordinary woman who has distinguished herself as an outstanding member of the community?
The Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada will honor women from across northern Nevada who truly stand out for their commitment to the community. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2014 TRIUMPHANT: Celebrating Women In Leadership awards program.
'One Kind Cookie' campaign aims to inspire acts of kindness with Girl Scout Cookies
Submitted by editor on Fri, 02/28/2014 - 1:21pmThink Kindness and Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada are teaming up to take on bullying by inspiring more than 500 acts of kindness in the month of March, and they’re asking the community to join the cause. It’s simple:
Carson City's Karen Abowd, Mary Fischer honored with Girl Scouts of Sierra Nevada Triumphant Award
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/21/2013 - 12:32pmCarson City residents Karen Abowd and Mary Fischer, will be honored tonight at The Atlantis Hotel and Casino, when they receive the Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada’s 2013 TRIUMPHANT Awards.
Karen Abowd will receive the Environmental Leader award for her work with The Greenhouse Project, a non-profit community greenhouse located on Carson High School’s campus that teaches sustainability and new agricultural principals and produces food for the community. Mary Fischer will receive the Community Service award for her work with Gardeners Reclaiming Our Waysides (G.R.O.W.), a non-profit she founded in 1997 with the purpose of beautifying area roadways using landscaping and art.
Carson City nonprofit that helps poor hosts major fundraiser at Nugget Thursday; tickets available
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/11/2013 - 4:30pmHaving fed and provided shelter for the poor and indigent for more than 30 years, the Carson City nonprofit agency FISH is asking Carson City residents, public officials and private citizens to a special dinner on Thursday, March 14.
Carson City FISH to host annual 'Have A Heart' Banquet March 14
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 02/16/2013 - 11:20amCarson City's nonprofit agency that helps feed and provide shelter to those in need — FISH — will host its annual “Have A Heart” Banquet on Thursday, March 14. The Banquet will be at the Carson Nugget with cocktails and silent auction beginning at 5:30 p.m. and dinner served at 6:15 p.m. Ninety-five percent of FISH’s funding comes from local donations and the Have A Heart Banquet is an important part of our fundraising effort.