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Home Ranch for the Holidays at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 12/09/2018 - 2:28pmHome Ranch for the Holidays, a celebration of the season that includes a vintage toy exhibit, music and treats, returns to Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 15-16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Events and happenings around Carson City for Friday, Nov. 30
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2018 - 9:57pmWith winter weather having arrived, it seems only appropriate the last Friday of November is when Carson City celebrates the holiday season in a big way by ringing in the spirit of giving with the annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival of Lights.
Nevada Historical Society lecture explores legacy of George Gershwin
Submitted by editor on Tue, 09/25/2018 - 1:07pmWhen the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra held its very first concert fifty years ago, it played the music of the iconic American composer George Gershwin.
As part of its Reno Philharmonic Exhibition Lecture Series, the Nevada Historical Society will welcome guest lecturers Dr. Mark Clague and Timothy Freeze, both musicologists, who take on the topic, “Gershwin’s Legacy.”
Carson City's Local Business Spotlight: Play Your Own Music
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 09/11/2018 - 3:29pmNext year, Vincent Gates, the owner of Carson City’s local music shop, Play Your Own Music, is celebrating his 30th year in the music business.
Nevada Lore Series: The Curse of Bodie
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 08/28/2018 - 3:46pmBodie has long been a ghost town tourist destination, and though it might reside in California, we in Northern Nevada still claim its lore as our own, since we are familiar with all things that are spooky, cursed, and rich in Old West history. Bodie encompasses all of these traits, but what has also put it on the map, is the fabled Bodie Curse.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Aug. 4 - 5
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 08/03/2018 - 5:17pmLet’s get August off to a good start. The first Saturday of the month always plays host to the Downtown Carson City Wine Walk, but with the Jazz and Beyond Musical Festival in full swing, you’ll have even more reasons to meander around downtown. The afternoon ice cream social at the historic Foreman-Roberts House is a perfect family-friendly treat before heading to the Brewery Arts Center for tonight’s free concert. Keep reading, you’ll find a little bit of something for everyone in the Carson City, Carson Valley, Dayton and Virginia City areas.
Nevada Arts Council awards $50,000 in literary, performing arts fellowships
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/03/2018 - 2:25pmCARSON CITY, Nevada – The Nevada Arts Council announced Friday the awarding of $50,000 in fellowship grants to Nevada artists and writers.
Midnight North to open 2018 Concert Under the Stars in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 07/01/2018 - 8:39amMidnight 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.
Carson City Symphony features Pianist Alexander Tutunov this Sunday
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/23/2018 - 7:47amThe 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.
Local girl sweeps regional talent show, thousands raised for Carson City's Meals on Wheels
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/19/2018 - 10:48amKyra Gonzales, 11, of Carson City, claimed the top prize of $500 cash at Carson’s Got Talent, the regional talent competition benefiting Meals on Wheels Carson City, last Saturday evening.
Local talent raises money for Carson City Meals On Wheels with show
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Sat, 04/14/2018 - 10:21pmCarson’s Got Talent, a talent show featuring performers from Reno, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Douglas County, Dayton and Yerington, lifted the audience Saturday while raising money for the Carson City Meals On Wheels program.
Carson's Got Talent fundraiser for Meals on Wheels is tonight
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/14/2018 - 2:45pmCarson’s Got Talent, a talent show featuring performers from Reno, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Douglas County, Dayton and Yerington, hits the stage at the Bob Boldrick Theater in Carson City Saturday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m.
Education innovator leads Carson City panel
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 04/14/2018 - 7:51amMilton Chen, 65, recently started taking jazz piano lessons. He’s learning from an instructor as well as from an app and other online sources.
CW Bayer to bring Strychnine Banjo to life
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 04/08/2018 - 10:47amOne-time Carson City resident Mark Twain once described genuine music as the kind that will "suffuse your system like strychnine whisky."
To experience it, Twain's advice was to "just smash your piano and invoke the glory-beaming banjo!"
Carson’s Got Talent performer lineup announced
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 03/23/2018 - 1:21pmCarson’s Got Talent, a talent show featuring performers of all ages and genres, has announced the competition lineup for its April 14 show that benefits Meals On Wheels.
March for Meals: Meals on Wheels comes full circle for Carson City man
Submitted by editor on Tue, 03/20/2018 - 11:00amCARSON CITY — What goes around comes around. Monte Fast has spent his life helping others, and now that he is in need of a little help, it has come to him. Fast was executive director of FISH, Friends in Service Helping, for 20 years. His career has also included serving as a pastor, a musician, music teacher and choir director.
Senator Square: Carson High School students perform well at Nevada State Thespian Festival
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/18/2018 - 2:07amCarson High School Theatre Arts teacher Andie Wilkerson and her students earned multiple awards from the Nevada State Thespian Festival last weekend.
Love of community key ingredient to Adele's in Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Thu, 03/08/2018 - 9:32amFew restaurants in Carson City, or Northern Nevada for that matter, have been as successful for as long as Cafe at Adele's has.
Scottish folk music with acclaimed duo this Saturday at Carson City's Brewery Arts Center
Submitted by editor on Wed, 03/07/2018 - 1:10pmThe Brewery Arts Center Celtic Series goes Scottish this Saturday as folk music by the acclaimed duo Alan Reid and Rob van Sante take center stage at Maizie Harris Black Box Theater in Carson City.
Senator Square: Carson High School Digital Media Class launches new webpage
Submitted by editor on Sun, 02/11/2018 - 5:25amThe Community of Carson City, and anyone in the world with access to the internet, now has an opportunity to visit CHS. Carson High School’s new Digital Media class launched their Senators Now webpage Feb. 1.
Local musicians create a comfortable ambiance at Comma Coffee with live lunchtime music
Submitted by Jim Gustafson on Thu, 01/04/2018 - 2:45pmCustomers can sip on a drink, or enjoy lunch while local musicians create a relaxing, yet productive ambiance. Often completely acoustic, customers find the music lifts the mood and adds productivity for those typing away on laptops.
Three Carson City students awarded Rosemary Nebesky Memorial scholarships
Submitted by editor on Mon, 12/11/2017 - 10:00pmJasmine Wong-Fortunato, Gabriel Covington, and Sy’Johnniqa Moore were awarded the second annual Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships by the Carson City Symphony Association this month.
Reno Jazz Orchestra mixes Big Band, Gospel Choir for upcoming holiday shows
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 12/11/2017 - 6:19amThe spirit of Christmas comes to life as the 17-piece Reno Jazz Orchestra and the Pat Esters Gospel Choir blends Christmas favorites, jazz, and soul - with a few surprises mixed in – for three performances of feel good, ‘get ready for the holidays’ music and song. The Reno Youth Jazz Orchestra will perform as well.
Sunday, Dec. 3: Things to do around Carson City and beyond
Submitted by editor on Sun, 12/03/2017 - 11:31amEven Santa Claus enjoys his time aboard Carson City's famed trains. With appearances at the Brewery Arts Center, Santa can be found throughout the area, including the Nevada Railroad Museum. Elsewhere, let the arrows fly during the Clearcreek Bowmen’s Holiday with a Hero fundraising 3-D shoot. Enjoy a Small Town Christmas in Dayton this evening. The festivities take place in ‘Our Park,’ at the western edge of town. An ugly sweater contest, hot chocolate, caroling, tree lighting and home-town fun are on the menu. Keep reading, there’s even more in store for today.
Senator Square: Carson High School senior project aims to abolish modern slavery
Submitted by editor on Sat, 12/02/2017 - 4:50pmSenior Projects, a Carson High School graduation requirement, are in full swing, and every year a host of new topics are set into motion by students who take it very seriously, students who take it upon themselves to make a difference in the lives of others. One such senior, Sarah Sever, is motivated to create awareness about a wide-ranging and ever growing atrocity affecting young women in America.
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Dec. 2 - 3
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 12/01/2017 - 3:40pmThe rumors of Santa Claus coming to town are true. The jolly old man is making several appearances today, and is feeling photogenic. Take a ride with him at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, join him on the ‘Elf Crawl’ from the Capitol to the Carson Mall, or tell him your wish list at Debug Computers. Adults have a hard choice to make: the monthly downtown wine walk and the Holiday with a Hero Pub Crawl both take place today, and I’m not sure I’d recommend attempting both.
Holly Jolly Holiday Happenings in Carson City, Carson Valley, Virginia City and beyond
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 11/28/2017 - 3:02pmTis the season for visits with Santa, holiday twinkle lights, and craft fairs and festivals. In order to make your December planning a little easier, take a look at what is coming up in the Carson City, Carson Valley, Dayton, and Virginia City area. Go deck the halls, get some jingle bells, and wassail away.
Sunday, November 26: Things to do around Carson City and beyond
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/26/2017 - 1:47amNow that Thanksgiving is behind us, you’ll see twinkling lights appearing everywhere. Carson City doesn’t light up our downtown until next Friday, but if you need an immediate fix of holiday decorations, Minden has got you covered. Candy Cane Lane at the Carson Valley Inn is a custom outdoor drive-thru Christmas light display. ‘Nevada Christmas’ is a private home on Chaparral Court, just off Stephanie Way, and puts the holly jollies into the holiday.
SUNDAY:
I Love Carson City’s Thanksgiving Weekend Event Summary: Nov. 24 - 26
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 11/24/2017 - 3:03pmOnce the turkey has been devoured, all thoughts turn toward shopping. Shop Small Saturday helps to throw a spotlight on our local gems, and the great gifts you’ll find. New this year is Museum Store Sunday with both the Nevada State Museum and the Nevada State Railroad Museum participating. Make time for family and friends at the annual Nutcracker Ballet performed by Pinkerton Ballet at the Carson City Community Center. Keep reading and have a safe and happy holiday weekend.
FRIDAY:
Sunday, Nov. 19: Things to do around Carson City and beyond
Submitted by editor on Sun, 11/19/2017 - 7:30amSunday is usually synonymous with football this time of year. Raiders fans, and non-fans for that matter, are invited to the Eleventh Frame Lounge inside Carson Lanes to watch the game and join in the annual Adopt-a-Senior Fundraiser. If you’ve got a bibliophile on your gift list, the Nevada State Museum has got you covered. You’ll get the chance to meet ten notable Nevadan authors, learn more about our great state, and get a signed copy one of the many books available. Read on and enjoy your weekend.