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Silver Oak Senior Men Golf Club readies for 2021
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 01/18/2021 - 6:37amCARSON CITY, Nev. — Each passing month gets us closer to golf time! The Silver Oak Senior Men’s Golf Club has officially teed it up for the 2021 golf season. SOSMGC is open to golfers 55 years of age and older and all handicap levels.
Senator Square: Carson High School students become published authors
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 01/17/2021 - 8:12amAccording to Teen Health and Wellness, Rosen Publishing, “Sharing stories is a powerful way to connect with other people. By sharing your own story, you can connect with other teens who are dealing with similar experiences. Your words can provide hope and comfort, or empower them to face their own challenges.”
Looking To Sell? Neutralize Your Home
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 3:08pmIn looking to sell a home quickly and as painlessly as possible, the home seller must go through a process of removing the owner’s (or tenants’) presence from the house. This process is known in the real estate industry as “neutralization.” A more appropriate moniker for neutralization is “depersonalizing.”
Senator Square: Carson High students get into holiday giving spirit; Homeroom support on Mondays
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 12/19/2020 - 10:17pmThis week's Senator Square features guest writers Ananda Campbell and Bridget Gordon-Johnson who explain Monday homeroom academic strategies. Campbell is a CHS Library Media Specialist and Carson City School District Library Coordinator. Gordon is a CHS counselor. This is their report:
Three Carson City music students awarded Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/15/2020 - 8:29amJonah Toral, Nathan Parsons, and Bita Jazani were awarded the fifth annual Rosemary Nebesky Memorial Scholarships by the Carson City Symphony Association this month. The scholarship was established by John and Jennifer Webley of Santa Rosa, Calif., in memory Rosemary Nebesky, who loved music, loved children, and had been a friend and board member of the Carson City Symphony Association.
Senator Square: Carson High School's Fellowship of Christian Athletes selling Christmas trees
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/29/2020 - 7:18amPastor Tim Plummer, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Missionary Area Director, has once again brought Christmas trees to Carson City to support FCA. Christmas is fast approaching, and most agree it is the best time of the year. The holidays can be a difficult time for many, but it does not have to be this way.
Senator Square: Carson High School NJROTC cadets compete, serve and remember
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/22/2020 - 6:54amCarson High School's NJROTC Drill and Color Guard team competed in their first ever ‘virtual’ drill competition hosted by University of North Carolina ROTC program. The various teams’ performances were captured on video and sent to the University for judging.
Carson City Symphony announces Project Euterpe, Episode 8: Gibson-Rosen violin duo
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 11/01/2020 - 6:30amCarson City Symphony Association announces release of Project Euterpe, Episode 8: Gibson-Rosen Violin Duo. It features Laura Gibson and Emma Rosen, a mother-daughter team on violins.
Nevada governor lifts 50-person limit on gatherings, allowing for large events with restrictions
Submitted by admin on Tue, 09/29/2020 - 3:35pmConventions, sporting events with live audiences and large church gatherings will be allowed to resume once again after Gov. Steve Sisolak announced that he is raising the limit on public gatherings from 50 to 250 people — and even higher for some of the state’s largest venues.
Carson City’s CVS Pharmacy among 24 statewide stores to offer drive-thru COVID-19 testing
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/18/2020 - 7:06amCVS Health today announced plans to add more than 2,000 new COVID-19 drive-thru test sites at select CVS Pharmacy locations across the country to support the company’s ongoing efforts to increase access to testing and help slow the spread of the virus.
Golf tournament, annual cancer fundraiser, railbike tours and more highlight weekend events in Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 09/17/2020 - 6:01pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of events around the Carson City region. The Dayton Chamber’s 27th annual “Making A Difference” Golf Tournament arrives Friday. Carson City Kiwanis is hosting its seventh annual Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day on Saturday with several activities for all to enjoy. Combined with live music and railbike tours, the weekend will be buzzing with excitement! Read on for more information.
Brewery Arts Center's Flatbed Concert Series brings New Wave Craze to Northgate area Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 09/11/2020 - 4:34pmThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week, this time in the Northgate neighborhood.
This Saturday, Sept. 12, the BAC is proud to present New Wave Crave. As if they were took a time machine from the 80’s, the party begins the moment these four talented musicians hit the flatbed.
Five Questions for Carson City Board of Supervisor Candidate Maurice 'Mo' White
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 09/09/2020 - 2:04pmIn a few short months Maurice "Mo" White and Stacie Wilke-McCulloch will go to the polls for a second time to determine who will take over the seat for the Board of Supervisors position in Carson City for Ward 2.
Agencies partner to promote National Preparedness Month in Nevada through September
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 8:27amCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Public Safety’s Division of Emergency Management, Nevada National Guard and Division of Public and Behavioral Health are partnering to participate in National Preparedness Month to encourage the public to plan for emergencies. Each week an agency will be promoting a variety of awareness and preparedness tips to help keep Nevadans safe. This year’s theme is “Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today.”
Senior loneliness the topic at Monday's Carson City Democratic luncheon
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 08/20/2020 - 12:14pmThe featured speaker at Monday's Democratic tele-luncheon will be Mary Liveratti, who served as AARP's Nevada state president for six years before retiring in 2018. She now serves as a volunteer advocate on behalf of legislation impacting seniors. At Monday's luncheon, she will talk about the role she plays in the University of Nevada, Reno’s NEST (Nevada Ensures Support Together) program, which addresses the social service needs of older Nevadans.
The Brewery Arts Center’s Flatbed Concert Series presents Ev and the Electric Soup Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 7:56amThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week.
Suffrage train rides, pet food drive, live music and more highlight weekend events around Carson City area
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 08/13/2020 - 5:51pmHeading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region. The Nevada State Railroad Museum is holding train rides dedicated toward women’s suffrage on Saturday. Feeding Pets of the Homeless is hosting its 11th annual nationwide pet food and supply drive over the next three days, and there is plenty of live music for all to enjoy! Read on for more information.
The Brewery Arts Center’s Flatbed Concert Series presents Carolyn Dolan & Big Red in West Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/17/2020 - 6:37amThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week.
Miles Construction Company has generously donated the use of a Flatbed Truck and with financial support from The Change Companies, the Nauman Foundation, and Carson Tahoe Hospital, the BAC will place musicians and bands on the flatbed and drive them through the streets and neighborhoods of Carson City throughout June and July and August.
This week's Flatbed Concert Series brings jazz to Carson City's Silver Oak neighborhood Saturday
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 07/10/2020 - 10:39amThe BAC brings the music to your front yard traveling through the Silver Oak neighborhood with the cool jazz sounds of Phreemium.
BAC's Carson City Flatbed Concert Series brings Moxy Ruckus to new neighborhood Saturday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/02/2020 - 3:06pmThe Brewery Arts Center will deliver live music directly to the citizens of Carson City while practicing social distancing once again this week. Miles Construction Company has generously donated the use of a Flatbed Truck and with financial support from The Change Companies, the Nauman Foundation, and Carson Tahoe Hospital, the BAC is proud to bring you Moxy Ruckus this 4th of July holiday from 6 to 9 p.m. in the neighborhood by Eagle Valley Middle School.
AYSO Carson City Youth Soccer opens fall 2020 registration for kids of all ages
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 06/29/2020 - 6:55pmThe AYSO Carson City Youth Soccer Region 140 organization is bringing excitement back to the state capitol.
Registration for the upcoming fall season is open for kids ages 3-18. Early bird registration ends July 15 and can be made online or in-person at Yogurt Beach, located at 3228 N. Carson St. in Carson City. In-person registration will be held Wednesday, July 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Lane: Four boys on skateboards
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/15/2020 - 9:00amYesterday while out for a walk, I ran into four middle school boys on skateboards and hailed them, "Okay, men, I know you've been out of school, but I've got a pop-quiz for you."
Forest Service campgrounds at Lake Tahoe, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest open Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/11/2020 - 4:22pmU.S. Forest Service campgrounds in the Lake Tahoe Basin, and on the California side of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest will open to the public on Friday. Nevada group campsites and day use areas that hold less than 50 people will also reopen.
Carson City transportation awarded $3.7M as part of Nevada's COVID-19 federal response
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 11:29amThe U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration announced Thursday a $3.7 million grant award to the Carson Area Metropolitan Planning Organization in Carson City as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, signed by President Donald Trump on March 27.
Senator Square: CHS principal leads teachers, students through uncertain time
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/22/2020 - 7:56amHe is the fearless leader of Carson High School, and he is taking his teachers through uncharted territory in order to guide them into successfully teaching and caring for their students during this time of uncertainty. His name is Gavin Ward, and he is doing a fantastic job as the Principal of CHS, being both available and supportive while encouraging teachers, students, and even parents to engage their students with much-needed health, hope and heterochromatic learning.
What Works: COVID-19, Your Business and Life
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 11:35amI have spent the last week helping businesses communicate and innovate during the COVID-19 pandemic. With a little lull in my meetings, I turn to you in Carson City to provide insights. I hope they inspire you to think differently and utilize this uncertain time to create a little certainty, however you can.
Brother Dan plays acoustic music at Washoe Camp
Submitted by Tanja Musselman on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 8:26amAcoustic music at its finest, live and spontaneous. Join Brother Dan as he performs from his repertoire of over 1,000 cover tunes and occasional original music.
Join the fun, make requests, and sing along as this Carson City musician shows why he's a mainstay in Northern Nevada entertainment.
March 20th 7pm to 10pm
Washoe Camp Saloon
3155 Eastlake Blvd
New Washoe City, NV
(775) 470-8128
For more information: www.washoecamp.com
or www.brotherdanpalmer.com
Dayton Chamber Awarded Rural Tourism & Marketing Grant
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/11/2020 - 12:45pmPresident John Cassinelli has announced that Travel Nevada and the Nevada Commission on Tourism have awarded the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center a $3,500 rural tourism marketing grant.
Bob Dylan and His Band plays Lake Tahoe on June 12
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Mon, 03/09/2020 - 11:22amEvents around Carson City for Tuesday, March 3
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/02/2020 - 6:42pmThe thaw continues around the capital city as we head into Tuesday with highs expected in the mid-50s. Events lined up feature morning and evening walks hosted by Muscle Powered, Carson City TRIAD will give a presentation at the senior center on scams targeting older adults. Also on tap, the Carson City Classic Cinema Club presents a Jimmy Stewart favorite "You Can't Take it With You" at the BAC; if you love music, there's Big-Band Jazz X2 at the Carson City Community Center, and you can join Carson Now as it celebrates its 10th anniversary at Living the Good Life.