Every few years I have certified arborists prune our trees. They always chip anything smaller than what we can use for firewood, generating a mountain of wood chips for me. I use wood chips throughout our landscaped acre, everywhere there isn’t lawn.
Green Central is the place to be, Saturday, May 13, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., for the The Greenhouse Project's 14th annual Mother's Day Plant Sale. Plants are currently available on-line. These sales will be suspended Saturday through Wednesday, May 17 to allow staff to restock inventory.
Carson High School Baseball Seniors were asked to choose one teacher or coach who has made an impact in their lives thus far. They then presented them with a personalized jersey and invited them to Senior Night, which took place this past Wednesday.
It was a special way for these players to thank an educator or coach for being a role model to them.
Well done seniors, and well done teachers and coaches.
Here is the Carson City area road report for the week of May 8-14, 2023. Closures are expected at the following locations due to road and utility work:
Join us for "May Jazz," an evening big-band music by the Mile High Jazz Band with singer Jakki Ford, on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Gina's Good Life Music & Lounge, 507 N. Carson Street, inside the Carson Nugget. The music is free, donations are welcome. Gina's also has a well-stocked bar.
By David Bugli, Sec., Carson City Historical Society
Carson City Historical Society (CCHS) is proud to host a lecture/presentation by Jan Loverin, curator of the Marjorie Russell Textile Museum, on "Victorian Fashions and Dress Reform" on Friday, May 19, 2023, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The lecture is free and open to the public. It will be held in the Carriage House, 1207 North Carson Street, Carson City, Nevada. We will be offering light refreshments. No RSVP is necessary.
Next Thursday, May 11, a city-wide Bike to School Day event is being held. The school with the most bikes on their campus will win a prize!
The entire month of May is Bike to School Month, and the Carson City School District has chosen to celebrate with a Bike to School Day and Rack 'em Up contest.
Today was a day we aimed to make Adolph Sutro, our supporters, neighbors, friends, and community proud.
Thanks to the support of Nevada Builders Alliance, Nevada Builders Foundation, Carson Chandler, The Fox Brewery & Pub, 1st & 10 Restaurant Sports Bar & Grill, Virginia City Outlaws, The VC Silent Riders, Frey Ranch Distillery, and all of our incredible, dedicated volunteers—we opened our gates to the community today.
Attention ladies: are you looking for a super-handsome and very affectionate guy? Meet Leon. This black medium-haired ex-lothario seeks a long-term committed relationship with the right person or family.
When Brynlee Peters, a fifth grader at Edith W. Fritsch Elementary in Carson City, began working on her entry for this year’s Free Fishing Day Poster Contest, she was inspired by a fishing trip to Lake Tahoe she took with her family.
“I remembered the last time we went on a fishing trip and all the things about it that made it fun were about being with family,” she said. “I thought about all the things my family would enjoy, like the fresh air and the memories we would make together.”
Please join us on Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to meet your Public Works' crews.
Participants will be able to learn about Water, Sewer, Streets, Landfill, Wastewater, Environmental, Flood Mitigation/ Storm Drain Services, Jump Around Carson (JAC), Fleet Maintenance and Utility Billing from city staff who will be available to answer your questions.
In response to changing community needs, later this month Carson Tahoe Health (CTH) will begin the process of merging services to maximize limited resources and maintain needed services for our community.
On Friday, several school districts in Northern Nevada including Washoe, Carson and Lyon became aware of a threat being circulating threatening a school shooting, with no specific school indicated. Law enforcement agencies are investigating the reports, and Lyon County issued a statement that the threats are not credible.
Carson City Boxing Club hosting Cinco de Mayo fights, food and live music this weekend, May 6-7, 2023 starting at 2 pm. Bring the family and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us!
Carson City Boxing Club is located at 3579 US-50 in Carson City.
Veterans taking their lives continues to be a sad and unfortunate trend in the United States. Nevada has also experienced the same alarming suicide rates for veterans.
To help alert more people about the need to take necessary steps to prevent the tragic losses of these lives, Western Nevada College’s Veterans Resource Center is holding a Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness March on Saturday, May 6.
Warmer weather is upon us – finally – which also means so is the ever popular and very educational ComputerCorps TechCamp Summer Series! Yes, summer is just a few months off and ComputerCorps TechCamp 2K23 is now accepting applicants.
Three fifth graders from Fritsch Elementary School in Carson City competed in the National Archery Tournament at the Mountain America Expo Center in Sandy, Utah last weekend, April 28-29, 2023. Out of nearly 3,000 participants from more than 200 schools nationwide, Teddy Hohl shot a 241, Finn Russell shot a 199 and Wyatt Valentine shot a 160, earning them an overall ranking of 83, 186 and 211 respectively.
The Carson City Board of Supervisors heard a presentation on the Prison Hill Master Plan draft Thursday, with much of the discussion revolving around the use of off-road vehicles within a 47 acre parcel of the 900 acre OHV zone.
Prison Hill covers over 3,200 acres, and most of it is managed by the Carson City Open Space Division.
Rain and thunderstorms with some hail have moved into the greater Carson City, Carson Valley areas and surrounding counties Thursday as a weather system has reached western Nevada and Sierra.
The 4-PAWS 4-H Dog Club is holding a Dog Biscuit Fundraiser at Benson's Feed & Tack, 2750 Highway 50 East in Carson City on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 9am-1pm. Youth group members will be offering homemade dog biscuits for donation. Stop by Benson's on Saturday for all your critter needs and pick up some yummy treats for your dog!
University of Nevada, Reno Wolf Pack News is reporting that at approximately 7:10 a.m. today, May 4, the body of a deceased female was found at the north end of the Quad between the Paul Laxalt Mineral Engineering and Mackay School of Mines buildings.
Big Chicken, the star-powered chicken concept founded by legendary basketball Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal, announced Thursday the signed leases of its two newest locations in Carson City and Minden.
Preliminary investigation revealed that on April 23, 2023, at approximately 10:04 p.m., the Nevada State Police responded to a reported crash at the intersection of East William Street and North Saliman Road in Carson City, Nev.
The Carson-Tahoe Home & Garden Show is just weeks away and excitement is building as vendors prepare to offer indoor and outdoor home improvement ideas, and local businesses showcase their products and services. The event will take place at the Carson City Community Center Gymnasium from Friday, May 19 to Sunday, May 21.
The Nevada Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Relay Run concludes today Thursday, with a ceremony in Carson at the State Capitol/Legislative Grounds. The service honors Nevada Peace Officers who have died in the line of duty.
On May 2nd, 2023, the Carson City Sheriff's Office investigated two residents in a home on the eastern edge of Carson City, recovering over 75 pounds of cannabis from an illegal and “clandestine” cannabis cultivation laboratory, according to law enforcement.
Unlock Your Career Potential! Don't miss our exclusive workshop on Finding Hidden Jobs where you'll learn the proven strategies to tap into the hidden job market where the best opportunities await!
Are you an avid hiker? An adventure enthusiast? Or, like Forrest Gump, do you just enjoy traversing thousands of miles to clear your head?
Visit Carson City is offering $5,000 to an adventurer willing to complete the Carson City to Canada Quest, a 1,600 mile hike that begins in Carson City, connects to the Pacific Coast Trail by way of the Capitol to Tahoe Trail, and through to Canada.
Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.
Postal Annex in Carson City is Celebrating Mother's Day. We are giving away some cool gifts for Mom. (No Purchase Necessary) Now thru May 7th,2024 at 2pm you can enter to win these cool gifts. A Naked Bee lotion (2.25oz) and one of our popular soap bars from Wavertree London. We hope to see everyone at the shop soon. We can help you with your shipments of gifts for your Moms to be delivered anywhere, right here in our store.
Clear Creek Bowmen will be hosting Tuesday Night Shoots from now until August at the Carson City Archery Range, located (just East of Eagle Valley Golf Course.
Learn more about climate action by attending our meeting. We are the Carson City Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby. Our chapter includes people from Carson City and the surrounding areas who are concerned about climate issues. We are a community organization affiliated with Citizens’ Climate Lobby and Citizens’ Climate Education (https://citizensclimatelobby.org/). Our purpose is to develop and implement activities that provide accurate information about climate change and what can be done to lessen the effects of climate change. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting by using Zoom.
Join us for an electrifying event where you'll embark on a journey to master the art of interviews! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the job market waters, this workshop is tailor-made for YOU!
Do you live in the Carson City or the surrounding area? Do you have a loved one that has Alzheimer’s or some other form of dementia? If yes, let us support you through your challenging and new situation! We are here to help you!
Miller Counseling is partnering with Douglas Center for Hope and Healing to offer grief support groups to Carson City and the surrounding rural communities Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m.
The Miller Counseling and Wellness Center is located at 104 W. Telegraph St. in Carson City.
The Center for Hope and Healing has been providing grief support to Douglas County for the last 10 years. The goal of building this partnership is to make the free support groups available and easier to access to more members of the Northern Nevada community.
In recognition of Historic Preservation and Archeological Awareness Month, the City’s Historic Resources Commission has organized the 2024 Scavenger Hunt.
Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.
Supervisor Lisa Schuette will be hosting Coffee with Lisa on May 8 from 7 to 8:30 am at The Cracker Box, 402 E. Williams St. All are invited to share ideas and discuss issues of interest!
Reno’s notorious mid-century divorce ranches are back in the spotlight. The Nevada Historical Society will present What Was Really Going On At Those Nevada Divorce Ranches? Fact and Fiction next month as part of its popular Writer’s Wednesday series.
Informative classes on Orthodox Christianity for inquirers are held weekly at St. Sebastian Orthodox Church: the next one is Wednesday, May 8, at 7:00 p.m. at 1819 N. Carson Street.
Whether you're a beginning screenwriter or you've been at it for some time, there's power in exploring the craft with the guidance of a seasoned pro and the companionship of others who are inspired to create.
If you’re an addict, NA can help. "Narcotics Anonymous offers recovery to addicts around the world. We focus on the disease of addiction rather than any particular drug. Our message is broad enough to attract addicts from any social class or nationality. When new members come to meetings, our sole interest is in their desire for freedom from active addiction and how we can be of help."
4-H and Master Gardeners would like to invite you to Gardening Club. Registration to 4-H is not required for attendance. Supplies will be provided. Youth of all ages from 5-19 are welcome to attend.
Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.
The "On the Map" exhibition features work by Jon Farber and Catherine Schmid-Maybach, two artists who show viewers creative possibilities for finding their way.
Check out the free Senior Health Fair from 8 am to 12 noon this Thursday, May 9 at Casino Fandango Grand Ballroom in Carson City.
More than 70 vendors, a record number, will share valuable information about their programs and services. Participate in raffle drawings, interact with service dogs, donate blood, and have quick access to important vaccines. Pick up our fifth edition of the Senior Celebration magazine and a Community Resource Guide.
The Nashville Social Club, Northern Nevada's premier destination for world class live music, award-winning cuisine, and cool craft cocktails, is thrilled to announce the debut of their expanded menus. Renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and unforgettable experiences, the Nashville Social Club is raising the bar once again in response to guests asking for a broader selection of main course dinner items.
The Carson Valley Arts Council is pleased to present an evening with singer songwriter and prodigious slide guitarist David Jacobs-Strain who will be accompanied by his longtime musical partner Bob Beach.
The duo will perform at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda in Minden, at 7 p.m. Friday,
May 10, 2024.
Gardnerville journalist and editor Scott Neuffer joins Reno poet Dani Putney to discuss literature in the Digital Age, from Twainian observations on social media to the advent of online literary magazines and new spaces for underrepresented writers.
Join the fun in this fabulous & creative class! This is a great class for all levels of jewelry making fun! It’s also a wonderful way to share time with your mom or make her something special! In this two-hour class, we will be designing & stringing two bracelets so you can give one away or wear them both! Either way you look at it, this is a great gift! We’ll be using acuflex wire, crimp beads and an assortment of fun & fanciful beads. This class is simple but the technique is a jewelry maker’s staple.
Mark Twain Days Festival is back this year, May 10-12, with some big changes. Visit Carson City approached the Brewery Arts Center and asked them to partner for the planning of the second year of the festival, which is held in honor of Mark Twain, our region’s most famous writer.
All aboard for the return of the Twain Train VIP Rail Excursion to Virginia City, as it joins the festivities of the second annual Mark Twain Days Festival. Departing from the Eastgate Depot on Friday, May 10, 2024, at 2:30 p.m., passengers are in for an unforgettable journey filled with entertainment, history, and breathtaking views.
We’re back, bigger and better than ever! Please welcome the second annual Mark Twain Days, May 10-12. For a listing of events take a gander at the website here.
You will find something of interest or my name’s not Mark Twain, or used to be anyways. And this year Virginia City is joining in on the fun along with Carson City. Wow!
Looking for a place to take your little ones this week? Look no further! Here is a list of family-friendly (and fun!) activities and events happening this week around Carson City.
For Capital City Arts Initiative’ exhibition, "NAA Invitational", the Nevada Artists Association shared art by 25 member artists who present a wide array of images and visions in their work.