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Elks Lodge celebrates Carson City Search and Rescue with $2,500 grant

On Friday night, the local Elks Lodge chapter hosted a sold-out dinner and fundraiser event in support of the Carson City Search and Rescue volunteers.

The program included a a live auction, raffle drawing, and presentation of the Elks National Foundation grant of $2,500. These Gratitude Grants are used to support local, charitable activities such as hosting a community clean-up day, purchasing supplies for a homeless shelter, or organizing a school literacy fair.

The Elks Lodge is celebrating 150 years of service.

Annual Carson City Republican Lincoln Day Dinner featured Saturday

Lincoln Day Dinner, Carson City Lincoln Day Dinner, Republican Dinner,
Evan Sayet, Keynote Evan Sayet, Evan Sayet Political commentator and comedian
Event Date: 
February 15, 2020 - 5:00pm

This year's Lincoln Day Dinner is going to reflect the energy and excitement of the 2020 presidential campaign and the Carson City Republican Committee has planned a special evening for all.

United States Representative Mark Amodei will be our Master of Ceremonies; we will also be hearing from Adam Laxalt and Nevada Republican Party Chair Michael McDonald. You will have an opportunity to meet some of our Republican politicians from Nevada like Senator James Settlemeyer, Nevada's Minority Leader, and Nevada Assemblyman Al Kramer.

Events and Happenings in Carson City for Sunday, November 17

Happy Sunday, Carson City! It’s going to be a beautiful fall day, so check below to see the ways you can enjoy it!

Events and Happenings for the Carson City Region for Saturday, Nov. 16

Happy Saturday, Carson City! There are a ton of wonderful events happening in our region today, including the first Indigenous Peoples Heritage Day at the Children's Museum, a Turkey Shoot, Lego Club, Polar Express and more! Take a gander below to find out what we have going through the weekend.

Saturday, November 16

Polar Express, live comedy, 'Matilda the Musical,' garden craft show and more: Carson City region set for eventful weekend

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include Polar Express train rides, Touched By Angels hosts a garden craft show on Saturday, a night photo shoot at the Nevada State museum, Rob Sherwood headlines the Carson Comedy Club at the Carson Nugget, 'Matilda the Musical' and more!

RMHC to Remodel Ronald McDonald House with $100K Matching Gift from William N. Pennington Foundation

Room Rendering RMHC Northern Nevada

Thanks to the generosity of the community and the William N. Pennington Foundation, Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern Nevada will be renovating all 12 bedrooms of the Ronald McDonald House in Reno.

The outpouring of support for RMHC at the recent Red Shoe Gala was overwhelming, as attendees donated $100,000 during the live auction and paddle raise portions of the event, which the Pennington Foundation offered to match in support of renovations to the 30-plus year old Ronald McDonald House. All $200,000 will be used for the remodeling project.

Carson City Raiders Booster Club to host Christmas Commitment Fundraiser for Home Bound Seniors

Event Date: 
November 17, 2019 - 1:00pm

The Carson City Raiders Booster Club's Christmas Commitment Fundraiser for Home Bound Seniors will be taking place on Sunday, Nov. 17 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Carson Lanes Eleventh Frame Lounge, 4600 Snyder Avenue in Carson City.

VC Outhouse races, Relay for Life, golf tournament, Oktoberfest 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. Events include the 30th annual Outhouse Races in Virginia City, American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life event in Carson City, Fright Night at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, Oktoberfest at the Casino Fandango, the 26th annual 'Making a Difference' Golf Tournament and much more!

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.

Ronald McDonald House Northern Nevada Red Shoe Gala-October 4, 2019

RMHC Northern Nevada Red Shoe Gala-October 4, 2019
Event Date: 
October 4, 2019 - 6:00pm

Please join us for the Ronald McDonald House Northern Nevada Red Shoe Gala on October 4, 2019 at the Atlantis Resort in Reno.

The evening includes dinner, silent and live auction, and a night filled with super hero fun!

ICYM: Carson City Greenhouse Project feeds families in need thanks to Concert Under the Stars

Editor's Note: The 11th annual Concert Under the Stars, a benefit for The Greenhouse Project, is this Wednesday at Eagle Valley Golf Course in Carson City and features a legendary headliner lineup of Poco, Firefall and Pure Prairie League. This article from June highlights organizations that benefit from the concert fundraiser, including the Ron Wood Family Resource Center.

When families come to the Ron Wood Family Resource Center, they are typically in desperate conditions.
“We see 80 percent of our clients in the last couple of weeks of the month,” explained Joyce Buckingham, executive director. “They have reached the end of their SNAP benefits or their social security or other benefits.”

Live auction for Carson City benefit Under the Stars concert grows, includes experience packages

Event Date: 
July 10, 2019 - 5:30pm

The live auction at the Concert Under the Stars, a benefit for The Greenhouse Project, is anticipated each year and has grown to include an even greater array of experience packages and service items.

Now in its 11th year, the Concert Under the Stars begins 5:30 p.m. July 10 at the Eagle Valley Golf Course, 3999 Centennial Park Dr. in Carson City. The evening includes world-class and legendary music by Poco, Pure Prairie League and Firefall — as well as the live auction which takes place between performances.

The Fox Brewpub unveils a new brew to raise funds for the Greenhouse Project

The Fox Brewpub and the Greenhouse Project partnered to create the Greenhouse Project Brut-Session IPA, available now until it's gone at The Fox and at the July 10 Concert Under the Stars.

One dollar of every beer sold goes to the Greenhouse Project (TGP). At the concert, growlers and kegs will be donated as well as 32-ounce crowlers at each of the VIP dinner tables.

‘For the Kids’ Charity Weekend Silent Auction is now open with Mobile Bidding

The 9th Annual Mike Tice Charity Weekend “For the Kids” begins today in Minden, and the silent auction has opened with a new mobile bidding option through the weekend.

Sierra Lutheran High School to Host 17th Annual Gifts of Grace Benefit Dinner

March 23, 2019, Carson Valley Inn, 5:30
Event Date: 
March 23, 2019 - 5:30pm

Sierra Lutheran High School invites the community to attend the 17th Annual Gifts of Grace Dinner-Auction on Saturday, March 23, at 5:30 p.m. at the Carson Valley Inn to raise important resources for the school’s Tuition Assistance Fund.

Carson Rotary's upcoming Mardi Gras celebration featured on It's Your City

Event Date: 
February 23, 2019 (All day)

In this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer talks with Mallory Wilson about the upcoming Mardi Gras celebration this Saturday, Feb. 23 inside the new Grand Ballroom at Casino Fandango in Carson City.

New Orleans style Zydeco, Cajun party band to play at Carson Rotary Mardi Gras Celebration

Event Date: 
February 23, 2019 - 6:00pm

Jeff Leep and his Catahoula Mardi Gras Party Band will perform at the Carson City Rotary Mardi Gras Celebration on Saturday, Feb. 23, in the Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom. The event features dancing, Cajun and Creole food, a raffle, live auction and Mardi Gras costume contest.

10th Carson City Celebrity Chef and Harvest Dinner for The Greenhouse Project set for Nov. 12

Event Date: 
November 12, 2018 - 5:30pm

CARSON CITY — The 10th annual Celebrity Chef & Harvest Dinner, a benefit for The Greenhouse Project, takes place Monday, Nov. 12 at Cafe at Adele’s, in what has become one of the area’s most anticipated events. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. An Angel Donor for the evening is also sought.

Midnight North to open 2018 Concert Under the Stars in Carson City

Midnight North opens the 10th annual Concert Under the Stars, A Benefit for The Greenhouse Project, Wednesday, July 11, with a performance that promises to deliver something for everyone.

Dinners, vacations, golf and more up for auction at Carson City's Concert Under the Stars

CARSON CITY — The 10th annual Concert Under the Stars, A Benefit for the Greenhouse Project, takes place Wednesday, July 11 at Brewery Arts Center, featuring Rock & Roll Hall of Famer’s Jefferson Starship and Terrapin Crossroad’s house band, Midnight North.

I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: June 2-3

Event Date: 
June 2, 2018 (All day)

This first weekend of June packs quite a punch: activities and events abound. Head downtown for the first Third and Curry Farmers Market of the season, then wander a few blocks north for Due Sorella’s Spring Vintage Market. You may as well just keep the car parked. With the monthly Wine Walk, Pour for Paws in McFadden Plaza, and Crystal’s Crusade Street Party Fundraiser on W. Telegraph, downtown is the place to be. There are so many options this weekend, so take a gander and enjoy your weekend.

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Tickets available for Carson City's Concert Under the Stars with Jefferson Starship

Event Date: 
July 11, 2018 - 5:30pm

Tickets are on sale for the 10th annual Concert Under The Stars, A Benefit for The Greenhouse Project as they welcome Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Jefferson Starship, with special guest Midnight North, Grateful Dead and company’s proteges, Wednesday, July 11 at Brewery Arts Center, Carson City.

Golf, brew fest, barbecue and more featured at Mike Tice annual charity 'For the Kids' weekend

GARDNERVILLE — The 8th annual charity golf tournament weekend “For the Kids” hosted by Mike Tice, former head coach of the Minnesota Vikings and more recently offensive line coach for the Oakland Raiders, will take place June 15-17.

I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: April 21 -22

Event Date: 
April 21, 2018 (All day)
April 22, 2018 (All day)

What better way to celebrate Earth Day and Earth Week than gorgeous weather that you just can’t help but enjoy. Join Muscle Powered and our Parks and Recreation Department at the Silver Saddle Ranch for a presentation and trash mob. Kids will love the Carnival at Bordewich Elementary School, and it helps raise funds for a local Cub Scout Pack. Mark Twain Elementary is hosting their annual Color Run at Mills Park, just make sure to wear a white shirt.

I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: March 24 - 25

Event Date: 
March 24, 2018 (All day)

The weekend has arrived, and it will be an exceptionally long one for the schoolkids of Carson City: spring break begins Monday. There’s a rumor of snowfall for this weekend, but it’s not expected to be too heavy in the valley. Don’t quote me on that, though, I’ve been wrong before. Break a leg to the Douglas students performing in ‘Game of Tiaras’ this weekend; the show sounds hilarious, but be warned, it’s not for kids. For a family friendly outing, check out Story Time with Suzie at the Nevada Railroad Museum, or photos with the Easter Bunny at PetSmart.

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I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: March 3 - 4

Event Date: 
March 3, 2018 (All day)
March 4, 2018 (All day)

I’m going to apologize right now. I can’t anticipate what this storm system will throw at us, so some of these planned events could get cancelled. One event that is never afraid of Mother Nature is the Downtown Carson City Wine Walk. Come rain, shine, or blizzard, you’ll find can sip, stroll, and discover starting at 1 p.m. Saturday. The Carson Hot Springs aren’t afraid of a little snow, and a special visit from Megan the Mermaid will make the icy hot experience more memorable. Keep reading to see what this slushy weekend has to offer.

SATURDAY:

Tickets available now for Celebrity Chef and Harvest Dinner to benefit The Greenhouse Project

Tickets are now on sale for the annual Celebrity Chef and Harvest Dinner, a benefit for The Greenhouse Project, Monday, Nov. 13, at Café at Adele’s. The evening features a six-course, wine- or beer-paired dinner dinner prepared by Chef Charlie Abowd, co-owner of Adele’s and Chef Kevin Ashton of Zozo’s Ristorante in Reno.

Dayton Ducks unlimited

Event Date: 
September 30, 2017 (All day)

Dayton first ducks unlimited get your tickets before there gone, kid friendly event, come join the fun meet new people, conserving wetlands and having fun! win cool prizes, there will be great meal, live auction, silent auction, raffle and plenty of prizes for the entire family to win and purchase. thanks supporting wetlands. dinner & membership included when you buy tickets. please call Joseph @ 775-450-6969 to get your tickets or buy them online @ www.ducks.org
ticket price
Single$65.00
Couple$95.00
Greenwing$35.00
Corporate Table$700.00

Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada Luau auction items online for early bidding

CARSON CITY, Nev. – Mobile bidding registration for more than 130 silent auction items and tickets for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Nevada’s 24th annual Luau are now available online here.

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