History comes alive

Good morning Carson City! We’ve got a ton of great events this Saturday, so check below for a list of delightful fall activities!

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!

History comes alive this Saturday, Oct. 19, when docents from the Douglas County Historical Society will lead family friendly walking tours through the Genoa Cemetery.

What distinguishes Carson City from every other city in Nevada is its unique history, and every citizen of this city should become familiar with how our City shaped the history of Nevada that still resonates today.

Yes, for some, history elicits a yawn, but once you get into it, the history of a community can be fascinating and will get you off your couch and perhaps onto your bicycle, for much of our history can be found within the downtown core where bike riding is easy. Don’t own a bike, well, you can walk to many of the sites.

History comes alive Aug. 3 at the Governor's Mansion in Carson City. Spend an evening with some of the Notorious Nevadans that shaped our great state.

COURAGE? You often know it when you see it in action. You definitely feel it. It can be witnessed over time. The attitude is sometimes defined by patience and heart. Webster writes: "facing and dealing with anything recognized as dangerous, difficult, or painful, instead of withdrawing from it, the courage to do what one thinks is right such as in willingness to live by one's convictions." This story began a long time ago as a little six year old girl in northwest Ohio. Bonnie Zimmerman was in first grade with me and I loved her. She seemed vulnerable and in need of friendship support.

There are multiple ways to say farewell to summer this weekend. The Best in the West Rib Cook-off is a local favorite, as is the Fallon Cantaloupe Festival. It has finally cooled down a little, so the Downtown Carson Wine Walk is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Keep reading and have a great time.

SATURDAY:

Step back in time with some interesting characters and help The Lake Tahoe Historical Society with its annual fundraiser. Join us as a company of talented players entertains and educate you- starring "Theodore Roosevelt".

The event will take place at the Lake Tahoe Community College Duke Theater, preceded by socializing, hearty appetizers, wine, and some lovely raffle items.Tickets on sale now, $45 for Members and $50 for nonmembers.For more information, please call 530-541-5458.

Oct. 18. 7pm in the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall, CW Bayer presents The Major And The Gambler, a one man play in which we hear first from the gold rush’s most famous gambler, Lucky Bill, and then from his arch rival, Major William Ormsby. Tickets $12.00 at the door, $10.00 in advance, $8.00 members. Tickets available at www.breweryarts.org The true story of Nevada Territory’s founding and of Carson City’s founding—with intrigue, politics and violence. The performance will be followed by discussion.

Visitors and locals will get a chance to experience the Old West this weekend when history comes alive in Mills Park."The Carson City Rendezvous is going to be the coolest re-enactment event eve...