Humanities
Column: Las Vegas the next Nevada capital?
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 06/10/2018 - 1:07pm
I let out a hearty chuckle the other day as I read a chapter from the book, "Stories from the Sagebrush: Celebrating Northern Nevada at the Millennium," written by Don Cox and published in 1999 by the Nevada Humanities Committee.
History Comes to Life at Great Basin Young Chautauqua Showcase
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 06/04/2018 - 12:02pm
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June 28, 2018 - 6:00pm RENO — Nevada Humanities celebrates the 26th anniversary season of Great Basin Young Chautauqua with the Great Basin Young Chautauqua Showcase.
Chautauqua of John Steinbeck and Star Party at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 06/03/2018 - 3:36pm
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June 13, 2018 - 6:30pm Chautauquan Tom Lorentzen will portray American author John Steinbeck at 6:30 p.m., followed by stargazing with the Astronomical Society of Nevada at 9:00 p.m., on Wednesday, June 13 at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
Things to do on Tuesday: Books, bikes, trivia and trails
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 05/15/2018 - 6:15amEvent Date:
May 15, 2018 (All day)
Carson City is in the midst of the NEA’s Big Read, with True Grit by Charles Portis at the designated book. Julie Buntin’s tome, ‘Marlena: A Novel,’ is the chosen Nevada Reads book, and Nevada Humanities has brought the author here for a discussion and reading. Find Ms. Buntin at the Nevada State Library and Archives at lunchtime or hear her thoughts at the Minden Library this evening. Keep an eye to the skies if you’re interested in today’s Muscle Powered hikes; they will walk on the indoor track at the Multi-purpose Athletic Center if it’s rainy.
Lunch-Time Book Discussion at the State Library
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 05/09/2018 - 8:59am
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May 15, 2018 - 12:00pm You're invited to a public book club discussion about the opioid epidemic with insights obtained from Marlena: A Novel, the 2018 pick for Nevada Reads.
“Nevada Humanities is thrilled to welcome this young author of the enthralling novel Marlena to Nevada. Julie Buntin puts a human face on America’s opioid epidemic through the struggles and escapades of her character Marlena,” said Christina Barr, Executive Director of Nevada Humanities.
Haven't read the book? No worries! We'll discuss ideas, themes, and aim for understanding.
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
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Nevada Humanities Presents Author Julie Buntin in Northern Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 6:20pmNevada Humanities will welcome author Julie Buntin at a series of events throughout Northern Nevada during the month of May. Ms. Buntin is the author of Marlena: A Novel, the 2018 pick for Nevada Reads — a statewide, public book club. Nevada Reads invites Nevadans to read selected works of literature and to come together in their communities to share the ideas and perceptions inspired by the book club selections.
Carson City Symphony features Pianist Alexander Tutunov this Sunday
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 7:47amEvent Date:
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The Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, will feature pianist Alexander Tutunov on Sunday, April 29, 2018, at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater. Dr. Tutunov will perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3.
CCAI High School Pic(ks) 2018 Exhibition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 04/18/2018 - 9:48am
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July 5, 2018 (All day) The Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "High School Pic(ks) 2018" at the Community Development Building, also known as the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
Thirty-two artists from Carson, Dayton, Douglas, and Pioneer high schools have work in the exhibit. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Tuesday, April 24, 5 – 7pm. The free exhibition is available to the public from April 15 – July 9, 2018, Mondays - Fridays, 8am – noon and 1-4pm.
Nevada Neighbors: Choices, Chances, and Changes
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/01/2018 - 10:27pm
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March 14, 2018 - 5:30pm On Wednesday, March 14, the Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) will present a talk by Carson City’s Arts & Culture Director Mark Salinas.
His illustrated talk, "Choices, Chances, and Changes," is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors series and will take place at 6 p.m. at the Union restaurant, 302 W. Proctor St in Carson City.
There will be an informal reception for Salinas preceding the event at 5:30 p.m. No tickets needed; the public is cordially invited.
Works: Some Water Some Welded
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/01/2018 - 10:21pm
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June 29, 2018 - 5:00pm The Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "Works: Some Water Some Welded," with artwork by artists Susan Glaser Church and Stephen Reid at the city’s Sierra Room located in the Community Center, 851 E William Street, Carson City. The exhibition is available to the public from March 2 – June 30, 2018. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Friday, March 2, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room.
Elvis, Marilyn, and the Space Aliens: Nevada Screen Icons featured at Tuesday night talk
Submitted by editor on Tue, 02/13/2018 - 1:06pmEvent Date:
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Tonight, Tuesday, Feb. 13, the Capital City Arts Initiative will present a talk by author and long-time film reviewer, Robin Holabird. Her illustrated talk, Elvis, Marilyn, and the Space Aliens: Nevada Screen Icons, is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors series and will take place at 6 p.m. at the Community Development building, the Brick, 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City.
Writing from Mars exhibition at CCAI Courthouse Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 01/31/2018 - 5:53am
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May 2, 2018 (All day) The Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Writing from Mars," by artist Rick Parsons at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Friday, February 2, 5-7pm. The exhibit will be in the gallery from February 2 – May 23, 2018.
ART from WNC
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 01/30/2018 - 10:58am
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April 10, 2018 (All day) The Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "ART from WNC," at the Community Development Building (the Brick) 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. Eleven student artists from Western Nevada College, Carson City, have work in the exhibit. The free exhibition is available to the public now through April 12, 2018; the building is open Monday - Friday, 8am – noon, 1-4pm.
"ART from WNC" includes a wide variety of art including graphic design, drawing, photography, and watercolor painting that show the diversity of the students’ creativity.
Capital City Arts Initiative's 'Inside and Outside the Lines' at Carson City Community Center
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/19/2017 - 3:29pm
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November 13, 2017 (All day) The Capital City Arts Initiative announces its exhibition, "Inside and Outside the Lines", with artwork by artists Jonathan Farber and Susan Kotler at the city’s Sierra Room located in the Carson City Community Center, 851 E William Street, Carson City.
Senator Square: Carson High School tutoring program helps all students
Submitted by editor on Sat, 11/11/2017 - 10:55pm
Remember the days when it seemed like there was no one available to help with homework? Well that excuse will not work anymore, at least not at Carson High School.
CCAI Inspirations Exhibition
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 11/06/2017 - 10:21pm
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November 7, 2017 (All day) The Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] announces its faculty exhibition, "Inspirations", at the Community Development Building [the Brick], 108 E Proctor Street, Carson City. The Brick is open to the public daily, 8am – noon, 1-4pm. The exhibition will remain in the building’s lobby exhibition space from October 23, 2017 through January 11, 2018. CCAI will host a reception for the artists on Wednesday, November 15, 5-7pm in the Brick.
CCAI 15th Anniversary Celebration and Fundraiser
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 10/30/2017 - 12:08pm
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November 3, 2017 - 5:00pm The Capital City Arts Initiative is delighted to present its 15th Anniversary Fundraiser and art silent auction at The Studio @ Adams Hub. CCAI will host the celebration, Friday, November 3, 5-7pm at the Hub, 177 W Proctor Street, Carson City. No tickets are needed to attend the party.
Vegas Culture on the Rise
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/01/2017 - 9:41pm
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October 18, 2017 - 7:00pm On Wednesday, October 18, the Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] will present a talk by curator Michele Quinn. Her illustrated talk, "Vegas Culture on the Rise", is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors series and will take place at 7pm at the Community Development building [the Brick], 108 E Proctor St, Carson City. There will be an informal reception for Quinn preceding the event at 6:15pm. The presentation and reception are free, and the public is cordially invited.
Wish You Were Here: solo exhibition by Susanne Forestieri in the CCAI Courthouse Gallery
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 10/01/2017 - 9:13pm
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January 18, 2018 - 5:00pm The Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] presents its exhibition, "Wish You Were Here", by artist Susanne Forestieri at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. CCAI will host a reception for the artist on Friday, October 6, 5-7pm. The exhibit will be in the gallery from October 6, 2017 – January 18, 2018.
The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The reception and the exhibition are free and the public is cordially invited. The gallery is open to the public Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm.
Chautauqua of Governor John Sparks at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 08/20/2017 - 12:05pm
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August 23, 2017 - 6:30pm Michael E. Fischer will portray the tenth governor of Nevada, John Sparks, at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 23, at 6:30 pm.
Tahoe Clarity
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:05pm
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August 15, 2017 - 5:00pm The Capital City Arts Initiative [CCAI] presents its exhibition, "Tahoe Clarity", by artist Dylan Silver at the Community Center’s Sierra Room. CCAI will host a free reception for the artist, Tuesday, August 15, 5-7pm in the Sierra Room. The exhibit will be in the gallery from July 7 – November 9, 2017. The Community Center is located at 851 E William Street, Carson City.
ART from UNR
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/08/2017 - 3:01pm
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Chautauqua of Major Ormsby and Lucky Bill at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 08/02/2017 - 2:37pm
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August 9, 2017 - 6:30pm In a one man show, Chris Bayer will portray both Major William Ormsby and Lucky Bill Thorington in “The Major and the Gambler” at Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, August 9, at 6:30 pm.
Major William Mathew Ormsby was born in 1814 in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. Ormsby was a teamster, failed horse dealer, citizen at large, visionary and one of the most important figures in the founding of Nevada and its capitol, Carson City. He was killed in 1860 during the Pyramid Lake Paiute uprising.
By Gas, Rope, Bullet or Poison: Patty Cafferata to Speak at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 07/24/2017 - 4:30pm
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July 29, 2017 - 10:00am Historian Patty Cafferata will present “By Gas, Rope, Bullet or Poison: A History of Capital Punishment in Nevada” on Saturday, July 29, at 10:00 am at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park.
Chautauqua of Theodore Roosevelt at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 07/19/2017 - 2:51pm
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July 26, 2017 - 6:30pm Doug Mishler will portray former President of the United States “Theodore Roosevelt”, at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, July 26, at 6:30 pm.
Locals Show Cultural Researchers Their Favorite Walks in Silver City, Nevada
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 07/15/2017 - 6:33pm
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July 18, 2017 - 9:00am Silver City, Nevada- Silver City townsfolk are invited to show visiting cultural researchers their favorite local hiking spots on Tuesday, July 18 at 9:00 am.
The morning walk with “conversation artists” Sue Mark and Bruce Douglas of marksearch is sponsored by the Resident Artist Program in Silver City. Sue explained that she and Bruce "would like to walk with townspeople and see some of their favorite and/or important sites in town." She said they'd also like to learn about locals’ favorite hiking spots.
Chautauqua of Will Rogers at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 07/02/2017 - 4:02pm
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July 12, 2017 - 6:30pm Doug Watson will portray legendary humorist “Will Rogers”, at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, July 12, at 6:30 pm.
July 1st Conversation and Dinner with Cultural Researchers in Silver City
Submitted by editor on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 2:52amEvent Date:
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Silver City residents are invited to a potluck dinner with the current guests at the Resident Artist Program in Silver City on Saturday, July 1.
Young Chautauquans at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 06/21/2017 - 4:58pm
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June 28, 2017 - 6:30pm Young Chautauquans will present “People Who United the States” at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, June 28, at 6:30 pm.
The Douglas County Historical Society's Young Chautauqua Program presenters are 15 year old Jahmila Santiago as “Sarah Winnemucca”, 15 year old Sandia Johnson as “Abigail Fillmore”, 6 year old Sam Johnson as “John Muir”, 10 year old Micaiah Maulis as “Thomas Edison” and 9 year old Mamre Maulis as “John Glen”.
Chautauqua of Snowshoe Thompson
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 06/16/2017 - 3:24pm
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June 21, 2017 - 6:30pm Steve Hale will portray the legendary mailman of the Sierra, Jon A. “Snowshoe Thompson, at the Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Wednesday, June 21, at 6:30 pm.
When Jon Thompson put on his 8-foot skis and heavy leather mail pack in 1856, he skied to Genoa and into history. His two to three day 90-mile crossings (one way) carrying the mail and valuable packages of up to 100 pounds on his back through the snow have never been physically duplicated, not even with modern equipment. This extraordinary feat has become part of the legacy and spirit of the pioneer American West.
