Western Nevada College

This week's It's Your City with Cortney Bloomer features Linda Bellegray, an organizer for this year's annual Carson City International Film Weekend.

Take me out to the ball game, take me out to the crowd. Better yet, take me out for some frozen yogurt at Yogurt Beach where you’ll find a fundraiser and walk-in sign-ups for Carson City Little League. Relay for Life is holding a fundraiser, as well. Head to Buffalo Wild Wings and let them know you’re there for Relay. Round out the Valentine’s Day weekend by singing some love songs: karaoke at Firkin and Fox is always a good time.

MONDAY: President’s Day

It’s Presidents Day weekend with a Valentine’s Day cherry on top. There is still time for some shopping if you’re looking for something for your special someone. Artsy Fartsy Art Gallery hosts its annual Champagne and Jewelry party Saturday and offers some amazing hand-crafted bling for your sweetheart. Carson Mall is another great bet for last minute gifts. Several crafters, vendors, and shops make it easy to find something unique. The annual Feast of Chocolate returns to the Plaza Event Center; raising funds for scholarships has never tasted so good.

SATURDAY:

It wasn't the home opener that Western Nevada College envisioned Friday after winning four straight games against Cochise College last week.

Roderick Bynum went 4 for 5, scored three runs and drove in three more as Arizona Western College spoiled the Wildcats' first home baseball game, 9-5, at John L. Harvey Field in Carson City.

Carson High School Career and Technical Education agriculture program lead teacher, Charlie Mann, donned his dress, braided his beard and welcomed his Agriculture 1 students to the Hunger Games.

The Carson City students have been studying world hunger, commodities, production and trade throughout the semester, and the Hunger Games simulation gave them an opportunity to examine trade and barter with their peers while relating to popular culture.

Western Nevada College sophomore pitcher Matt Young has been honored by the Scenic West Athletic Conference for his shutout performance against nationally ranked Cochise on Feb. 5 in Henderson.

For throwing six scoreless innings while striking out 10, Young was named the SWAC Player of the Week. He allowed just three hits and didn't walk a batter.

It's time to kick off this three-day weekend. Satiate your sweet tooth at the Boys and Girls Club; high school senior Larrissa Cruzan has organized a bake sale. Head downtown to check out the Grand Opening reception at Charlie B Gallery on West Telegraph. Stick around for the great band playing at Westside Pour House or have some dinner at one the nearby restaurants. Party Mardi Gras style at Remedy’s and wear something black light reactive.

FRIDAY:

The weekend approaches, and it’s a three-day weekend at that. While you're waiting, go have some fun out on the town. Karaoke at Jimmy G’s, an Improv Workshop at the Brewery Arts Center, and music at Living the Good Life and Max Casino and are just a few suggestions. Take advantage of the nice weather and head out to the Carson River with Muscle Powered. Shopping for your valentine is made easy with the multiple booths and shops at the Carson Mall.

THURSDAY:

• ’For Detail View’ by artist Jeff Hantman at the CCAI Gallery in the Courthouse: 885 E. Musser (8am-5pm)

Western Nevada College will welcome an experienced Arizona Western College baseball team for its home opener at John L. Harvey Field on Friday, Feb. 12.

"Arizona Western has a tremendous team and a solid program," said WNC coach D.J. Whittemore. "We are pumped to compete with them and understand we will have to play good-to-great baseball to come out on top."

Have a great Wednesday, Carson City. I want to remind you that Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, so make your dinner reservations soon if you are planning a night out. Enjoy some lunchtime live music with Dave Leather at Comma Coffee. Dinner music can be found at Glen Eagles, Crossroads Lounge, and Living the Good Life. The hot ticket in town tonight is the Carson High Annual Talent Show. Head over to the Community Center to be impressed by the talented students we have here.

WEDNESDAY:

Happy Tuesday, Carson City. Enjoy the nice weather with an easy walk along the Carson River. This evening, take your sweetheart to Comma Coffee for some warm drinks and cool jazz. Learn about smart cities at the Brewery Arts Center; the Sierra Nevada Forums have a great line-up of speakers. Take a spin around the dance floor at El Charro Avita or at Carson Lanes. Swing dance lessons and country dance lessons are available each Tuesday.

TUESDAY: Mardi Gras/Shrove Tuesday

It may seem like just another Monday, but today kicks off the Year of the Monkey. Apparently it’s considered unlucky, but only if you were born in the year of the Monkey yourself. This is a year when anything can happen. Spend the day enjoying something beautiful. The Nevada Artist Association Gallery at the Brewery Art Center will be changing its exhibit at the end of the week, so go take a last peek at what’s on display.

MONDAY: Chinese New Year – Year of the Monkey

There has been no shortage of opportunities for Western Nevada College to measure itself against the elite junior college softball teams in the county. A week after losing a tight game with second-ranked Eastern Arizona, the Wildcats squared off with Phoenix College, the National Junior College Athletics Association's top-ranked Division II team, at the Artichoke Classic on Saturday in Scottsdale, Ariz.

Entering the 2016 baseball season, Western Nevada College knew the strength of its club was starting pitching. Opponents are discovering that on their own. Cochise College, the 13th-ranked team by the National Junior College Athletic Association, certainly won't dispute that claim.

It was only his second outing, but Western Nevada College sophomore Matt Young looked like a pitcher in midseason form Friday.

Young fired six scoreless innings and struck out 10 as Western Nevada College of Carson City defeated Cochise, 5-2, in the opening game of a nonconference baseball doubleheader in Henderson.

"It was textbook pitching today by Matt and (catcher) Tim," said WNC coach D.J. Whittemore. "The big difference for him was commanding the strike zone with the fastball. That puts him in counts where he can dictate."

Western Nevada College has received a $142,000 STEM Workforce Challenge Grant to enhance its welding certificate and degree programs. The programs help meet the needs of the region’s advanced manufacturers. 

The grant will allow purchase of a robotic welder and associated curriculum. WNC will use college resources to upgrade its facilities to accommodate the new program. 

Friday has arrived, Carson City. Kick off the weekend with live music at Westside Pour House, Living the Good Life, Glen Eagles, or Sassafras. Capital City Arts Initiative is proud to welcome a new exhibit to their gallery in the Carson City Courthouse. Check out the new exhibit and hear from the artist, Jeff Hantman, tonight at the opening reception. Laugh it up with Ester Steinberg at Carson Comedy in the Nugget or head to the Brewery Arts Center for an evening of Improv with special guests the Reno Improv Group.

FRIDAY:

Allowing just one hit through the first six innings, Western Nevada College could have expected to hold a lead against 13th-ranked Cochise on Thursday in Henderson.

Not so, as the Apaches used some aggressive baserunning to build a two-run advantage. But one swing of DJ Peters' bat swung the momentum in the Wildcats' favor in the seventh inning, driving WNC of Carson City to a 6-4 nonconference victory in the first of four games between the clubs.

Peters' laser shot over the left-field fence for a three-run homer completed the scoring, helping the Wildcats end a two-game losing streak.

It’s only Thursday, but I expect that you have one eye on the weekend. Super Bowl, the wine walk, and the Carson High Safe Grad 5K are just around the corner. Get a jump on the fun with some karaoke at Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar, line dancing at Beercade, or music at Living the Good Life. Congratulations to the amazing kids waiting to be honored tonight at the Boys and Girls Club Annual Awards Celebration.

THURSDAY:
•*’Pinhole Properties’ exhibit by artist Nancy Raven at the BRIC: 108 E Proctor St (8am-12pm and 1pm-4pm)

Welcome to Wednesday, Carson City. I want to remind you that Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, so make your dinner reservations soon if you are planning a night out. Enjoy some lunchtime live music with Dave Leather at Comma Coffee. Dinner music can be found at Sassafras, Glen Eagles, and Living the Good Life. Help Linda Arnn Arteno celebrate her new exhibit in Comma Coffee’s Backseat Gallery. Opera lovers can catch an encore of the Metropolitan Opera performance of Turandot at Galaxy Theaters.

Carson High School’s Career and Technical Education program is presenting its Career Expo Thursday, Feb. 18 from 4:30-7 p.m. The Expo is open to the general public as well as all Carson High School students.

I’m a sucker for old movies. Give me some Garbo, Monroe, Gene Kelly, or comedic Danny Kay and I’m a happy girl. The Carson City Classic Cinema Club brings a different old movie to a big screen once a month and raises money to bring the arts to kids. Check out this month’s selection ‘Penny Serenade’ in the comfy chairs of the Brewery Art Center’s Performance Hall.

TUESDAY:
•*Kit Carson Toastmasters Weekly Meeting at Grandma Hattie’s (6:30am; for info call Frank 775-885-7579 or KitCarsonToastmasters@gmail.com)

A day after battering the South Mountain pitching staff for 18 hits and 15 runs, Western Nevada College struggled to put the ball in play on a chilly day in Phoenix.

Justin Wick no-hit the Wildcats into the fifth inning and WNC hitters fanned 11 times as the Cougars held on to win the nonconference baseball game 5-3 on Monday.

The Wildcats of Carson City employed a patient approach at the plate against Wick, drawing five walks through four innings. But without a hit, the Wildcats couldn't exploit the free passes.

You won’t have to rush the kids to school today. It’s a professional development day for the Carson City School District, so make some snowmen, go bowling, or just stay home and watch movies. It’s going to be slick out there, please drive safely. Tonight, head to the Firkin and Fox for dinner and some karaoke. The High Sierra Swing Dance Club is at El Charro Avita this evening, which means there will be plenty of people to boogie with.

MONDAY:

• Carson City School District Professional Development Day: No School. Lyon County schools will be on a two hour delay and Douglas County, one hour due to road conditions.

Western Nevada College quickly put a season-opening baseball loss to South Mountain Community College behind it on Sunday.

A day after collecting just three hits, the Wildcats of Carson City totaled 18 hits, including three home runs, in a 15-5 rout of the Cougars in Phoenix.

DJ Peters, Justin Mannens and Daniel Nist each homered and combined for 10 hits and nine RBI as the Wildcats made amends for a 6-3 defeat to the Cougars on Saturday.

"It was an incredible offensive explosion," said WNC coach D.J. Whittemore.

Through the first four innings of the 2016 baseball season, Western Nevada College played the type of baseball associated with the program's 10 previous winning seasons.

But the Wildcats of Carson City couldn't hold a three-run lead against South Mountain Community College in their season opener Saturday in Phoenix. WNC pitchers struggled to throw mid-game strikes, leading to a 6-3 comeback victory by the Cougars.

Western Nevada College entered the 2016 softball season with great expectations, and the Wildcats supported those high aspirations with a 5-4 upset of nationally ranked Pima Community College on Friday morning at the College of Southern Nevada Kickoff Classic in Henderson.

It’s the last weekend of January: where does the time go? Head out to one of our local hot spots for some food, fun, and friends. The Brewery Arts Center is a triple threat tonight with the Carson High School play, an artist’s show and reception, and bluegrass band: the Dusty Green Bones. Enjoy Josh and Jenera at Living the Good Life while you dine, then stick around for DJ Bobby G. Wish Sassafras a happy birthday at their new location with local favorites, the Trippin King Snakes.

FRIDAY:

Welcome to Thursday, Carson City. A storm’s coming in, so go out and have some fun before the snow shows up. Sing your heart out at Living the Good Life or Jimmy G’s Cigar Bar: it’s karaoke night. The Francis Humphrey Lecture Series returns to the Nevada State Museum with some freakish phenomenon found in the Black Rock Desert. Break a leg to the talented members of the Carson High Drama class performing at the Brewery Art Center. There will be three performances of ‘And Then They Came for Me,’ so don’t miss them in action.

Here's the speech made Wednesday by Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell at the 2016 Chamber of Commerce State of the City address held at Gold Dust West: