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Medicare recipients in Carson City and Washoe County have the opportunity to enroll in locally-owned Senior Care Plus, a Medicare Advantage Plan, for healthcare coverage throughout Renown Health’s integrated network, remote urgent and emergency healthcare anywhere in the United States at any time, as well as global urgent care and emergency room coverage.

Senior Care Plus is available for eligible Medicare beneficiaries residing in Carson City and Washoe County during the annual election period, which began Tuesday, Oct. 15 and will run through Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019 for plans taking effect Jan. 1, 2020.

Senior Care Plus offers northern Nevadan’s who are eligible for Medicare a resource for in-person urgent care and emergency room coverage outside of the country.

In addition to local and international coverage, members have access to providers 24 hours a day, seven days a week in all 50 states through Teladoc. This remote service allows members to contact board-certified primary care providers, pediatricians and family medicine physicians in a convenient, affordable manner.

Senior Care Plus offers a wide range of plans, many of which have no monthly premiums. Plan options also offer supplemental benefits not covered by original Medicare, such as hearing, dental and vision coverage as well as $20 chiropractic visits, prescription drug gap coverage at no cost, and complimentary gym memberships.

For more details about Senior Care Plus or to schedule a personal one-on-one consultation, visit SeniorCarePlus.com or call 775-982-3158.

Established in 1988, Hometown Health is the insurance division of Renown Health and is Northern Nevada’s largest locally-owned, not-for-profit health insurance company. Providing wide-ranging medical coverage and great service to members, Hometown Health represents a philosophy of health care that emphasizes active partnerships between members and physicians. For more information, call 775-982-3000 or visit hometownhealth.com.

Going into the final stretch of the work week Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019 will bring cool conditions, a slight chance of rain and some sunshine. Activities around the capital city include a meeting of the Board of Supervisors, a Muscle Powered hike at Silver Saddle Ranch, a rally at the legislative building, modern western square dancing lessons, art showings, library activities and more. Enjoy the day.

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Here's what's happening Thursday:

— Board of Supervisors meeting at the Carson City Community Center. 8 a.m. The Carson City Board of Supervisors will be hosting their upcoming meeting on Thursday, October 17 beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Sierra Room of the Community Center, located at 851 E. William Street. There are several special presentations on the docket to be discussed include appointments, the status of zoning for an RV park development, a discussion of a school safety grant, as well as bidding on city owned property located on Brown Street. Go here for the full agenda.

— Capital City Arts Initiative Presents: Saludos Amigos. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Capital City Arts Initiative presents its exhibition, "Saludos Amigos", by artist Justin Favela at the CCAI Courthouse Gallery. The exhibition will be in the gallery from now through January 29, 2020. The Courthouse is located at 885 E Musser Street, Carson City. The reception and the exhibition are free and the public is cordially invited. The gallery is open Monday through Friday. In this installation, Favela will collage imagery from famous animated films that depict Latin American culture. Using his signature "piñata style" Favela will make large scale murals with tissue paper and glue that will break down images from films like “The Three Caballeros”, “The Emperor's New Groove” and “Coco.” These films celebrate Latin American culture but through the investigation of the imagery, Favela will highlight the exoticism and Hollywood fantasy that falsely represents an entire culture. Favela, a Las Vegas native, makes work in a piñata style exploring his identity as a Latino from Las Vegas with Mexican and Guatemalan parents. He makes his work with traditional craft materials like tissue paper and cardboard, making anything from sculptures to large scale paper installations.

— Capital City Arts Initiative Presents: Constellation. 8 a.m. The Capital City Arts Initiative (CCAI) presents its exhibition, Constellation. Nine students from the University of Nevada Reno’s Bachelor of Fine Arts program have work in the exhibit. The free exhibition is available to the public now through Dec. 10, 2019 on Mondays – Fridays, 8:00 a.m. – noon and 1:00-4:00 p.m. The artists include Rachael Blizzard, Tessa Clawson, Josh Galarza, Robert Ibarra, Sandra Kramp, Carla Miller, Cesar Piedra, Shara Sinatra, and Amber Skilling. For more information about each artist please visit the CCAI website. The exhibition is at the Carson City BRIC, 108 E Proctor St., Carson City.

— Nevada Artists Association Art Gallery Autumn Membership Show, now through Oct. 18. Enjoy artwork from our member artists. Membership has risen to nearly 150 local artists during our 40th year operating as a gallery. The Autumn Membership show runs from Sept. 8 to Oct. 18 at Nevada Artists Association Art Gallery at 449 W. King Street in Carson City. Open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Also, save the date, Nov. 3 we will be hosting our 40th Anniversary Celebration on location at the Gallery, 2-4 p.m. Please join us in marking this historical occasion.

— March for Trump and Women for America First Trump rally In Carson City. 10 a.m. to noon and may continue until 1 p.m. Hosted by Nevada GOP. Supporters of the president are invited to gather on the sidewalk in front of the legislature building in Carson City. Making appearances will be GOP organizer PJ Degross and radio personality Monica Jaye.

— Carson City Library hosts Family Storytime. 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. These are both the same and last 45 minutes. Weekly themed singing, stories, finger-plays, or art centered around a book. Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times. 900 North Carson Street.

— Pumpkin Festival and Pumpkin Patch featured this week at Carson Mall. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Carson Mall is inviting all children to come and decorate pumpkins in time for Halloween. Children are invited to get creative with pumpkin decorating, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily Tuesday through Saturday, Oct. 19. Pumpkins are $15 there are more than 100 to choose from. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Proceeds from the decorating will go to Carson City Empty Bowls 2019. There is also a fall gift show with vendors, happening now, daily 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Carson Mall is located at 1227 S Carson Street.

— Modern Western Square Dancing offered through Carson City Parks and Recreation. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Square dancing is a dance for four couples (eight dancers in total) arranged in a square. It is a very social and fun way to dance. Instruction will be provided. Come by yourself or with a group of friends. The more the merrier! The class runs for 10 weeks. You can come to all or purchase a 5 class punch card. For more information, email stephenstb3@gmail.com. Register online by going here. The event is listed as being at 3303 Butti Way No. 9, Carson City.

— Muscle Powered Thursday Hike at Silver Saddle. 3 p.m. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City! Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building. A schedule of all upcoming activities and events can be found at musclepowered.org/calendar. October 17 is a hike at Silver Saddle Ranch to Mexican Dam. Meet near the red buildings on Silver Saddle Ranch on Carson River Road. Thursday hikes start at 3:00 PM and are 2-4 miles with duration of about 90 minutes, sometimes with elevation gains of 500’ or more. Water and closed-toed shoes are required. Hat and poles recommended If weather conditions are bad hikes will be cancelled. Contact the hike coordinator Jo Foster at jf.prairie@gmail.com, or 775-350-0992, call or text with questions.

— LEGO Club at Carson City Library. 4 to 6 p.m. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with LEGO Education materials. Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times. 900 North Roop St., Carson City.

— Pro Jam Night with Lester & Friends at Mangia Tutto. 6:30 p.m. A night out for pro musicians to get together and make some music. Join Brian Lester and Friends every Thursday this summer at Mangia Tutto Pizzeria on the corner of Stewart and Musser St. 6:30 to 9 p.m. Bring your instruments.

ONGOING

— Carson Nugget, Food For Thought team up for children's winter coat drive. Carson Nugget and the Carson City based Food for Thought organization are hosting a coat drive for children now through Nov. 15. Organizers of this drive are asking for donations of new coats, for children ages 5 to 18, which will be distributed to children at the Kids Christmas Brunch, to be held Dec. 23 at the Carson Nugget Grand Ballroom. All coats can be delivered to Food For Thought, 3246 North Carson Street, Suite 118, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Established in 2007, Food For Thought is a nonprofit organization aimed at feeding hungry children on the weekend. Each Friday, Food for Thought provides a healthy bag of food to hungry children in Carson City, and parts of Douglas County, allowing these children to eat on the weekends and to arrive at school on Monday nourished and ready to learn.

— Carson City Public Works announces temporary closure of Linear Ditch Trail. Sections of the Linear Ditch Trail in Carson City will be closed starting Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019, for maintenance and cleaning. The multiuse path will be closed from the east end of the Linear Ditch, east of Fremont Elementary School and continue west to South Roop Street along Governor’s Field. Maintenance is anticipated to take up to several weeks. Linear Ditch Trail is a walking/bike path, extending from Roop Street to Fairview Drive and the Moffat Open Space access at Hells Bells Road. During the temporary closure, Carson City Public Works staff will be performing much-needed channel and drainage cleanup in preparation for the wet winter season. Rehabilitation efforts throughout the drainage system will be conducted, along with trash and debris removal. For the safety of staff and trail enthusiasts, sections of the multiuse path must be closed for the duration of the work, as there will be equipment on site, as well as exposed areas as a result of necessary digging and removal to excess sediment.

— Urgent Care hosts food drive for the Dayton area. With November approaching and Thanksgiving around the corner, Dayton Urgent Care will be collecting non-perishable items for local families now until Nov 15. Item such as boxed stuffing, gravy, canned veggies, boxed desserts, boxed potatoes, canned yams, canned soups and soup mix. In the past years we have had such a great turn out with our other drives. Food items can dropped off at Dayton Urgent Care, 901 Medical Center Drive, Dayton, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Carson City area as well as Dayton in Lyon County received a heavy waft of smoke late Wednesday due to wind carrying smoke from the Caples Fire burning on the California side of the Sierra.

The fire, which began as a controlled burn that turned into a wildfire last Thursday, is on the Eldorado National Forest 3 miles west of Kirkwood, Calif., and 15 miles southwest of the south shore of Lake Tahoe. As of Wednesday evening the fire had burned 3,200 acres and was 53 percent contained, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

As of Wednesday evening, Carson City air quality was getting the brunt of the smoke, which was in the moderate range, according to AIRNow.gov. Carson Valley in Douglas County was in the "Good" category late Wednesday, as was the Reno and Sparks areas.

Moderate means air quality is acceptable; however, for some pollutants there may be a moderate health concern for a very small number of people who are unusually sensitive to air pollution.

In partnership with Envirolution, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and empowering the next generation of leaders and workers to drive the growth of a sustainable economy, students in the Carson City School District will have the opportunity to charge their minds and connect career options by exploring STEM and sustainability programs with local businesses, including Tesla.

Evnirolution’s newest program, Career Quest, facilitates industry tours for students to learn about the specific business, interact with staff and participate in hands-on activities developed to showcase an aspect of the business's mission or operation. Tesla employees provide the venue, facilitate the guided-tour and deliver a presentation to students, while Envirolution handles the logistics of getting students to and from the Gigafactory in addition to providing them with a hands-on STEM lesson during their visit.

During the 2019-2020 academic year, more than 300 students from Carson City School District will have the opportunity to tour the Gigafactory 1, located off of USA Parkway in northern Nevada. Seeliger Elementary School was the first group of students to attend this year. Other schools from Carson City are set to tour Tesla include Carson Middle School (CMS), touring Nov. 1, and Eagle Valley Middle School (EVMS), touring Nov. 15 and Dec. 6.

Additionally, in February 2020, 80-100 female students from both CMS and EVMS will participate in Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day at Tesla, a National event focused on showing young females how engineering is a great career choice and a great way to change the world.

A 43-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday in the 1900 block of North Carson Street for suspicion of obstructing a police officer, a sheriff's deputy report states.

According to the booking report, deputies were called to the area at around 1 p.m. in reference to vandalism. Upon arrival a deputy made contact with management who advised an unknown person shot out three different windows to vehicles on the southwest corner of the lot.

The person also advised they witnessed a tenant walking on the property with a BB gun in his waist band earlier. Management stated the man may have been involved in the vandalism, the arrest report states.

Deputies knocked on the door to the room where the man was staying. A man opened the door and a deputy asked him for the tenant. The man advised the tenant left to the store. The deputy asked for the man's name. He provided a name and said "what's the matter," the report states.

Deputies re-made contact with management who said they were actually talking to the tenant. Dispatch sent deputies a photo of the man's driver's license and it was the tenant they had spoken with, who gave the officer a false name. Deputies returned to the room and arrested the man for obstructing a public officer. Bail: $637.

In other arrests:
— A 38-year-old woman was arrested Wednesday, 8:18 p.m. in the 400 block of North Carson Street for a misdemeanor contempt of court warrant issued Oct. 11, 2019 out of Carson City Justice Court. Bail: $2,500.

— A 26-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Thursday, 3:17 a.m. in the 2200 block of North Carson Street for a misdemeanor failure to appear warrant and was cited for driving without a valid license and having a broken windshield. Bail: $1,119.

All information for the crime log (unless otherwise noted) comes from the arrest reports supplied by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, and is considered by law to be public information. All subjects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The policy of Carson Now is to name anyone who is arrested for a felony offense.

Good morning seekers! Are you hard at work hunting for the medallion? Let's get straight to it then with Clue Number Eight!

Seek to find your own fortune of up to a $1,000 cash prize.

The first clue is as follows:

Four distinct spaces
Within the division
Examine each one
Looking for your vision

And the second clue:

Originally vulnerable
The Feds on a mission
Now they're defended
As perceptions transition

The third clue:

Copious and researched
Join the hunt
For this dweller
And come out in front

The fourth clue:

While there may be three
Generally they're of no aid
Because they do not
Contain this year's crusade

The fifth clue:

The southeast is a match
For both your destination
And Edington so don't let
The impact crater your elation

The sixth clue:

East of Eden
His holdings were broad
After immigrating
The rail earned him applaud

The seventh clue:

Link brick and ox
With hay and shoes
Plus medicine and education
From which you must choose

And now, the eighth clue:

Eleanor V.’s husband
Gets all the fame
Her career and maturity
Deserves the same

Clues will be given daily, Tuesday through Saturday, so keep your eyes peeled, and happy hunting! See the Nevada Day Treasure Hunt web page here.

To learn more about the Nevada Day Treasure Hunt, click here.

I would like to express mine and Karen’s immense gratitude for the years and love our community, friends, staff and family have shown through our various endeavors — Cafe at Adele’s, political runs and support of an array of non-profits.

We have been blessed to be part of myriad families’ milestones and to see generations grow from infancy to adulthood, to provide a gathering place for Nevada’s movers and shakers and politicians of all stripes; to have worked closely with our area’s farmers and ranchers in the farm to table movement, and to have been able to contribute where we felt called to do so.

The fire in March was unforeseen and has placed us at a crossroads in our life, even as we’ve worked to button things up with the insurance company. The time has come for Karen and I to move on to retirement, whatever that means. We now have the benefit of time that until now has eluded us — time to write the next chapter of this adventure called life.

Concerning our first responders and firefighters, there is not a big enough thank you for what they do — putting their lives on the line every day. Their care and professionalism mean so much to us.

Please know that we will still be here lending a hand where we can, exploring the natural beauty of the area and finding new ways to participate in and contribute to this place we call home.

Let the music play on.

Peace,
Charlie Abowd
Chef, Cafe at Adele’s
Carson City

The Proscenium Players Inc. are performing War of the Worlds in the Brewery Art Center’s Black Box Theatre on Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23. The shows starts at 7 p.m. and doors open at 6:30 p.m.

On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles directed and narrated a radio drama adaptation of H.G. Wells’s novel War of the Worlds. Audiences tuned-in to hear the stories of Martians crash-landing on earth, not knowing it was only a play, and prompted news stories of widespread panic over a nonexistent alien invasion.

Now, PPI will bring back the horror of the alien invasion story for today’s audience — just as Welles would have imagined it. Performances will consist of readings of the teleplay for a live audience as well as broadcast on Carson City community radio at a later date. Actors will speak into microphones while they and technicians use Foley effects to fool the ears of the listener and bring this fantastic story to life.

Tickets for the show are only $18, $15 for students and seniors, and $13 for BAC members.

Get your tickets here: https://red.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?e=e2546095056635ffc209a3deb...

The Brewery Arts Center is located at 449 W. King St. Carson City, NV. If you have any questions, contact the BAC at 775-883-1976 or email joey@breweryarts.org.

Check out PPI's website: http://www.ppitheater.com/index.html for more information.

I come from a very outcome driven profession, marketing communications. Every action is measured. ROI (return on investment), CPM (cost per thousand), everything is counted to make sure campaigns are effective. Outcomes are everything. Imagine how hard it was to transition into a much more human side of communications.

Once I realized that input + action did not equal outcome (all the time) in organizational communication – my job as a consultant became a lot easier. All I had to remind myself, and my clients, of was this. We aim for the outcome. What we get may be different. But it’s what is needed.

I’ve done a few engagements where, after the engagement, key people left the organization. The outcome desired was to pull the team together. However, the people causing the discord within the team already had one foot out the door. There was no controlling that decision. What happened was what needed to happen. The bad apples left the orchard and the organization thrived. The training had an effect. It just wasn't the expected outcome.

I’ve been dating, lately. Letting go of the outcome in this application is especially important. I don’t know if I am meeting my future husband or a friend who will give me some great idea. In the case of dating, in order to avoid frustration, I have to loosen the outcome. The outcome is this. Know that human connection broadens my life. I might learn something. I might meet someone. I might have some delicious Pad Thai. Let go and let flow. That’s it.

The same goes for networking, which is, in reality, just business dating. Let go of the outcome. The most uncomfortable networking events I have been to is when people have an agenda. They want me to buy this or that. They aren’t curious about me, my needs, or what I value. They are going for the close way too soon. Seriously, how would you feel if someone asked to marry you on the first date? It’s would be scary. So why do we try to put a ring on it when we are networking? Here’s the answer. We are so tied to the outcome that we try to force it. Try it the other way. The business happens if there’s a real connection and opportunity.

Outcome is tricky. We all WANT something to happen. Forcing something to happen is the cause of a lot of stress, anxiety, and can mess up the BETTER outcome around the corner.

It takes work to remain open.

1) Realize the only thing you control is yourself.
2) Understand that outcomes are the result of actions. But we aren’t fortune tellers.
3) Accept that you cannot mess up what is meant for you.
4) Let go into your belief. If spiritual, then that. If science, realize that hypothesis isn’t always fact and experimentation exists to test a hypothesis.
5) Lean in and relax. Sometimes the rapids can get bumpy. But if you fight and try to go upstream, you will just cause yourself pain. Lean in and look for ways to enjoy the ride.

In what ways can you let go of the outcome – in your life, business, or relationships? The floor is yours, Carson City.

ABOUT DIANE DYE HANSEN
Diane Dye Hansen has more than 20 years of experience in communication and change management gained in the sectors of government, non-profit, healthcare, publishing, advertising, entertainment, and technology. Her Critical Opportunity Theory helps organizations and leaders turn challenge into opportunity through proper leadership and team communication.
She is the president and founder of What Works Consultants, Inc., a consulting firm which helps business leaders communicate when communication is hard. This is done through research, strategic communication planning, change management consulting, human resources recruitment and training. She is a columnist on CarsonNow.org. To meet her and learn how she and her team can help your company, visit What Works Consultants, Inc. online at www.whatworksconsultants.com.

History comes alive this Saturday, Oct. 19, when docents from the Douglas County Historical Society will lead family friendly walking tours through the Genoa Cemetery.

Come enjoy the camaraderie and learn a thing or two about the rich history and culture of the Carson Valley.

Tours start at 3 p.m. Last tour leaves at 5 p.m. Adult Tickets $5, Youth $2, are available at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center, 1477 US Highway 395 N, or by phone 775-782-2555 and at the cemetery the night of the event.

On Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019 a committee of experts and advocates in the areas of conservation, public land management, biology, wildlife and wild horses interests will convene a forum "Horse Rich and Dirt Poor: The Challenge to Healthy Nevada Lands, Wildlife and Wild Horses."

The event will include a screening of "Horse Rich & Dirt Poor" followed by a panel discussion between experts on Nevada lands, wildlife and wild horses. There will be opportunity for you to submit questions and workable solutions.

This exciting, well-rounded and educational event will be held in Reno at the Nevada Museum of Art, 160 W Liberty St, Reno, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $5. Tickets can be purchased here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/horse-rich-dirt-poor-the-challenge-to-healt...

This forum will provide a setting to learn and understand the wild horse/burros management issues of short and long term impacts to our habitats, water, wildlife and other natural and financial resources. Together we can consider various options with a goal to successfully move forward workable solutions to our Congressional delegation. See the Facebook event page here.

For more information, please contact Rebekah Stetson at 775-342-7675 or via email at rebekah.m.stetson@gmail.com. This is event is hosted by the Coalition For Healthy Nevada Lands, Wildlife And Wild Horses.

The capital city's sometimes spooky and intriguing Victorian era history will come alive theatrically and more this Saturday at the 27th annual day-long Carson City Ghost Walk. Hear about lingering spirits of the past through haunted and paranormal stories, meet larger the life costumed characters and then tour some of those historic homes and businesses that line the downtown area.

Guided tours depart from the McFadden Plaza on Curry Street starting at 10 a.m. The last tour leaves at 2:30 p.m. Each tour lasts approximately two hours long. For this Saturday's tour there will be a tour path, In The Shadows, which is a 120‐minute tour that features home visits and characters from Carson City’s past. Have a fitting costume, ladies hat or top hat for the occasion? Part haunted history and part theatricality, costumes are welcome on the tour.

Among the 2019 Ghost Walk themes, the Widow Curry will tell her compelling story of communicating with her husband, Abraham Curry, the founder of Carson City, who passed away Oct. 19, 1873, exactly 146 years ago. There's also both spirit led, guided walking tours of the downtown district and west side historic homes and businesses. The tours happen rain or shine. Please arrive at least 20 minutes before the walk begins.

There will be chances for photos for family and friends, plus, tables, psychics and Ghost Walk merchandise for sale so you may want to get there early.

Tickets: The In the Shadows, Carson City Ghost Walk, which runs 120 minutes, is $15 in advance, $20 on the day of the event. Under 3 years old ‐ Free.

Tickets in advance available online at: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4298318

A small fee is charged by brownpapertickets.com for online ticketing. Or can be ordered by mail. Call 775.348.6279.
You can also check out the Facebook page here for ticket information.

Tours depart from The McFadden Plaza located behind the St. Charles Hotel (The Fox Brew Pub) on Curry St. in Carson City, Nevada. Free parking available across the street.

Times: All tours leave every half hour beginning at 10 a.m. and ending at 2:30 p.m. Please check in 15 minutes before your tour leaves. Some of the open homes and buildings along the tours include:

— The Prang House–Originally built in Dayton the house was moved to Carson City. The house is famous for resident Louis Prang, “The Father of the American Christmas card.”

— The Bliss Bungalow ( John Chartz House) Built in 1914 by John Chartz, who was the District Attorney. There is a time capsule that was placed in the columns in 2005. JImmy Chartz lived in the home until 1999.

— The Brewery Arts Center: Built in 1874 by the Carson Brewing Company, which produced Tahoe Beer. The building has been transformed into an arts center.

— The Bliss Mansion: Duane Bliss built this house in 1879. It has 15 rooms, 9 marble fireplaces and is built of clear sugar pine and cedar from The Tahoe Carson Lumber Company. It is a private residence and only opened for tours periodically.

— The Governor's Mansion: Built in 1909. Denver Dickerson was the first Governor to live here with his wife Una, who was the first Governor’s wife to birth a child in the mansion. It continues to host many community events. It is a sight to be seen at Halloween.

There are a number of prescription drug roundups happening this Saturday, Oct. 19 around the region, including drop-off stations in Carson City, Douglas County and Dayton.

These annual events help protect the community with proper disposal of unused or expired prescription drugs, over-the-counter products, prescription liquids, pet medications, syringes and more. The effort is part of the federal drug round-up initiative.

“The hundreds of pounds of pills and needles makes our trash system and water supply less hazardous for all of us,” said Hannah McDonald, executive director of Partnership Carson City. “We also dispose safely to prevent misuse and abuse by yourself or others in your home. The less the products are in the home, the less likely others have time to gain interest — reducing access reduces the opportunity for improper use by any age individual.”

In Carson City the roundup will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. Stations will be located at Save Mart Supermarkets, 3620 N. Carson and 4348 S. Carson streets; Smith’s Food & Drug Store, 559 E. William St.; and FoodMaxx, 3325 Highway 50 East.

Bring syringes in a sealed, hard plastic or tin container. Pills should be brought in a bottle or plastic bag. Prescription pills can be dropped off for proper disposal as well at the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, 911 E. Musser St., in the secure box inside the front entrance, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

At-home drug disposal kits will also be available at the round-up stations and are usually still available afterward at Partnership Carson City, 1925 N. Carson St. The kits make it so prescription drugs can be placed safely in the trash.

For more information, call Partnership Carson City at (775) 841-4730 or visit pccarson.org.

Elsewhere, Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey counties is partnering with Lyon County Sheriff’s Department and the DEA to sponsor a "Prescription Drug Disposal” at Smith’s Grocery in Dayton on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Officers will be on hand to accept old and unused prescription medications at Smith’s at 2200 Highway 50 East in Dayton. Acceptable items are unused/expired prescription drugs, non-prescription pills, prescription liquids, and pet medications. Unacceptable items are: institutional or business waste, sharps, and latex gloves. For more information, call Healthy Communities at (775) 246-7550.

Meanwhile, Partnership Douglas County is teaming up with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, East Fork Fire Protection District, and local businesses to host a prescription drug round-up event Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at several locations in Douglas County.

The prescription drug round-up was created in 2009 to encourage the public to properly dispose of unwanted, unused, or expired medications with the goal of preventing pill abuse and theft.

Douglas County Locations:
— Carson Valley Medical Center- 1107 US Hwy 395 N., Gardnerville
— Walgreens- 1342 US Hwy 395 N., Gardnerville
— Sheriff’s Tillman Substation- 1281 Kimmerling Rd., Gardnerville
— East Fork Fire Station #4- 1476 Albite Rd., Wellington
— Safeway- 212 Elks Point Rd., Round Hill at Lake Tahoe
— Walmart (Topsy) 3770 US Hwy 395 S., Carson City

Only pills, patches or liquids can be accepted. Please leave medication in its original container and mark out the patient’s name on the bottle. Pet medications are also accepted.

The Carson City Emblem Club No. 507 invites the community to a craft fair this Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Elks Lodge. Among items available will be jewelry, handmade crafts, Halloween and Christmas items, quilts and much more.

The event runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Carson City Elks Lodge is located 515 North Nevada Street, Carson City.

Tables are available for $12 to sell your craft items. Proceeds will go to charity. For more information, call Candy Shelley at (775) 246-9033.

American entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker Jim Rohn wrote, “My mentor said, ‘Let’s go do it,’ not ‘You go do it.’ How powerful when someone says, ‘Let’s!’” The power of “Let’s” is evident in the partnership between Pioneer High School and Al Seeliger Elementary School in Carson City.

Over the past summer, Phyllis Atkinson, a leadership teacher, and Toni Nielsen, a fourth grade teacher, met and planned activities that would partner PHS leadership students with Seeliger fourth graders. It was decided that PHS students would mentor the younger students as they participated in a joint exploration of the Carson River, its wildlife, and its water quality. Thus far, it has proven to be a successful endeavor.

In the PHS classroom, leadership students learned about benthic macroinvertebrates and their adaptations. Additionally, they learned about pH and dissolved oxygen. On Sept. 10, the well-prepared mentoring students went to Seeliger and shared their knowledge with Mrs. Nielsen’s fourth graders. The PHS mentors lead them through a number of activities such as making representations of oxygen in a water environment, practicing measurement of pH, dissolving oxygen in water samples, and identifying the many parts of macroinvertebrates.

This successful partnership continued at another activity on September 18 at the Carson River. Representatives from River Wranglers and the Nevada Department of Environmental Protection also joined in on the experience. During their time at the Carson River, the students studied the macroinvertebrates up close and assessed the water quality of the river.

Additionally, PHS students also led the younger students in several learning activities. For the water cycle activity, students created bracelets representing all the places water travels during the cycle. For the “Build a Watershed” activity, students had the opportunity to use a map of the Carson River and identify towns, mountain ranges, and other points of interest along the total length of the Carson River.

For the final activity, “Build a Beaver,” PHS students discussed adaptations of beavers while dressing the younger students in items that represented a particular adaptation. The success of the partnership between PHS and Seeliger is paving the way for more mentoring opportunities in the future.

A fundraiser for Willow Bill and his battle against cancer will be held at A to Zen on Sunday, December A from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Go to Willow Bill Fundraiser on FB to stay informed and invite friends. There will be live music, a cake walk, raffle prizes to include Willow Reindeer, 50/50 raffle, ornament decorating (not just for kids), ornaments for purchase, food and drinks for purchase and more!

Willow Bill has given so much to our community and now it's our turn to show our love to Willow Bill. Please join us for this very special evening. Sunday, December 8, 2019, A to Zen on Carson Street, 5-9pm.

Local actor Cooper Jack Mills will appear as a series regular on the the new Pureflix series "Mood Swings."

A Reno resident, Cooper Jack Mills, 11, has been acting since he was seven appearing in commercials; local movies; Wildhorse Children's Theater and Western Nevada Musical Theater Company in Carson City.

The young actor plays Ryder in the new comedy series. Playing Ryder, the son of series creator and star Crystal Hunt, (One Life to Live) was great fun according to Mills. “Ryder is super smart and comes up with the idea that his recently divorced mom can rent out rooms in their Malibu mansion to pay the bills.”

A fun part of the show is watching the formerly rich Farrah (Hunt) parenting on her own for the first time. “Ryder helps Farrah learn to be a mom. The scenes with them together are funny and sweet.” Says Mills.

This great ensemble cast also stars iconic Donna Mills (General Hospital); Jason Earles (Hannah Montana) and Oscar nominated actress Dianne Cannon. New episodes of Mood Swings release on the streaming service Pureflix each Thursday beginning Oct. 24.

Heading into the weekend, there’s a bevy of activities around the Carson City region to help the next three days breeze by. Events include Harvest Train festivities at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, Thomas the Tank Engine and steam train rides in Virginia City, the first-ever Gandy Dance in Dayton, October Ghost Walk Tours through downtown Carson City and more!

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Here's the rundown of activities and events:

— Coin Press demonstrations at the Nevada State Museum. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 600 N. Carson Street. Visitors to the Nevada State Museum can watch the museum’s historic Coin Press No. 1 carry on a mission it started nearly 150 years ago in the very same building. The venerable press which churned out millions of dollars in silver and gold coins during stints at U.S. Mints in Carson City, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Denver between 1870 and 1964. The press demonstrations will take place the last Friday of the month with two-person teams of volunteers not only working the press but sharing its history with museum visitors.

— Experience Virtual Reality at the Carson City Library. 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. at 900 N. Roop Street. Join us to experience Virtual Reality! Using the latest technology, Virtual Reality allows you to experience new places and situations in a computer simulated world. Discover what it’s like to see dinosaurs up close, view art from around the world in a single museum, or blast alien ships in a virtual world. Must be at least 13 years or old to participate. A Premiere library card is required to attend.

— Grand opening of the Vasefinder Museum at Carson City's Charlie B Gallery. 6 to 9 p.m. at 114 W. Telegraph Street. It was a name I read in “Art Pottery of the United States” by Paul Evans that sent me on a journey. That name was Lois Marion Swart and the reason I read it several times is that she had exhibited at the Syracuse Ceramic Nationals in 1954 from my hometown of Carmichael, California.

— Sam Scott Black and White Pottery for sale at the Vasefinder Museum. 6 to 9 p.m. at 114 W. Telegraph Street. As I have populated the Vasefinder Museum of Carson City, Nev., a few of the pieces have garnered much attention from the public. One of these objects is the black and white bowl created by Sam Scott of Shoreline, Washington.

— The Timeless Design of JoAnn F. Axford featured at Vasefinder Museum. 6 to 9 p.m. at 114 W. Telegraph Street. Initially, I collected many of the Arts and Crafts as well as WPA Art Deco Era American pottery makers in clay before focusing on the American Studio Pottery Movement. And from my collecting, I have always sought examples that have a timeless design.

— Open Mic Night at A to Zen Gift Shop. 6 to 9 p.m. at 1803 N. Carson Street. Open Mic Night is held at A to Zen Gift Shop on the Zen Den Stage. All talents, creative projects welcome. Come practice being on stage. There will be music, comedy, poetry, magic, and more. All ages and skill levels welcome.

— Wine dinner on the patio at Sierra Chef. 6 to 9 p.m. at 2292 Main St. Suites 3 and 4. Come and enjoy a delicious dinner at Sierra Chef on Friday, Oct. 18.

— Live music at Glen Eagles Restaurant. 6:30 to 9 p.m. at 3700 N. Carson St. Enjoy live music that is sure to make you get up and dance every Wednesday through Saturday starting at 6:30 to 9:00ish.

— Comedian Rex Meredith featured at the Carson Comedy Club. 8 p.m. at the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson Street. Don't forget to come check out standup comedian Rex Meredith this weekend at The Carson Comedy Club in Carson City. Rex headlines comedy showrooms and clubs all over the USA and around the world.

— Gruve Nation to perform at Living the Good Life. 8 p.m. at 1480 N. Carson Street. Come join us for a rockin’ good Friday night where Gruve Nation will perform a series of throwback jams. It’s a great opportunity you don’t want to miss!

Saturday, October 19
– Harvest Train weekend coming to Carson City Railroad Museum (all day). The Nevada State Railroad Museum Carson City is packing a whole lot of family fun into its annual Harvest Train festivities this year. The event is the weekend of Oct. 19-20 and will include carnival-style games, a pumpkin patch, the Snap Wagon Photo Booth, Kona Ice Hawaiian Shave Ice, the West Coast Railroaders Group and their speeders, train rides and more.

— 40th annual IVNS Pumpkin Patch (all day). The pumpkin patch takes place at Incline Park, 939 Southwood Blvd. in Incline Village. Pumpkin patch with a huge selection of pumpkins, pumpkin decorating, carnival games, face painting, bounce houses, pony rides, bungee trampoline, rock climbing, live bluegrass with Kyle Ledson, Incline Mariachi Band, IHS Jazz Band, magician, balloon twisting, Bam Dog food truck, Tahoe Empanadas, BBQ, beer garden, silent auction, raffle, local craft vendors, and MORE! Admission is free and tickets to participate in activities can be purchased at the gate.

— Carson City Sheriff's Cadets Pancake Breakfast fundraiser. 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at 911 E. Musser Street. Please join us for the first annual Carson City Sheriff's Cadets Pancake Breakfast! Oct. 19, 8 a.m. to noon. Enjoy food and fun. Even try your luck at our pancake eating contest! Bring the whole family and hang out with McGruff the crime dog.

— Carson City Emblem Club to host craft fair this Saturday. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Carson City Elks Lodge, 515 N. Nevada Street. The Carson City Emblem Club No. 507 invites the community to a craft fair this Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Elks Lodge. Among items available will be jewelry, handmade crafts, Halloween and Christmas items, quilts and much more.

— Fall Harvest Classic to benefit the Dayton Food Pantry. 9:30 a.m. at the Dayton Valley Golf Course. Help drive out hunger at the inaugural Fall Harvest Golf Classic! The tournament takes place Saturday, October 19th at the Dayton Valley Golf Course. The $120 entry fee includes a light breakfast, lunch and a tournament hat. Prizes for both net and gross scores will be awarded. Golfers can also purchase a special package of mulligans, drink tokens and raffle tickets.

— The Nevada Artist Association Art Gallery calls for artists to feature in Nevada Day Show. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nothing compares to the Nevada Day Show at the NAA Art Gallery where we generally receive well over 100 entries. This show features work that reflects the spirit of Nevada and beyond.Many of our shows are specific to our members, however, this one is open to artists from the community at large. If you are interested in showing your artwork and/or photography at this judged show please plan to bring your work to the gallery on Saturday, October 19th, anytime from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

— Prescription drug safe disposal in Dayton available . 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Smith’s Grocery Store in Dayton. DAYTON, Nev. Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey counties is partnering with Lyon County Sheriff’s Department and the DEA to sponsor a "Prescription Drug Disposal” at Smith’s Grocery in Dayton on Saturday, October 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

— 1870 Mint Building Tour. 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Nevada State Museum, 600 N. Carson Street. Tour led by Curator of History Robert Nylen. Space is limited, availability is based on first come first served on the signup. Tours typically about an hour and will start at 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

— Carson City hosts 27th annual October Ghost Walk tours through downtown. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at McFadden Plaza, 310 S. Carson Street. The capital city's sometimes spooky and intriguing Victorian era history will come alive theatrically and more this Saturday at the 27th annual day-long Carson City Ghost Walk. Hear about lingering spirits of the past through haunted and paranormal stories, meet larger than life costumed characters and then tour some of those historic homes and businesses that line the downtown area.

— Thomas the Tank Engine and the Steam Train arrives in Virginia City for tours. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the 1870 Depot, 166 F Street. All aboard for a childhood train experience like no other. Thomas the Tank Engine invites little engineers to go full steam ahead for activities and fun adventures as Day Out with Thomas: The Steam Team Tour 2019 makes a two-weekend stop in Virginia City beginning this Saturday.

— Guided tours of the Nevada State Capitol. Two separate tours will take place at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. every Saturday in Carson City. Tours typically take an hour and include both the exterior of the building, nearby memorials as well as the interior of the building. Tours are available for up to 20 people on a first-come, first-served basis. The building includes numerous historic artifacts that range from portraits of past Nevada governors to sculptures to historical items showcased during Nevada’s Sesquicentennial celebration. The Capitol remains open to the public Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Guided tours of up to 20 people can be arranged in advance by calling the Nevada State Museum’s Education Program at 775-687-4810, ext. 237.

— Coin Press demonstrations at the Nevada State Museum. 12 to 4 p.m. at 600 N. Carson Street. Visitors to the Nevada State Museum can watch the museum’s historic Coin Press No. 1 carry on a mission it started nearly 150 years ago in the very same building. The venerable press which churned out millions of dollars in silver and gold coins during stints at U.S. Mints in Carson City, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Denver between 1870 and 1964. The press demonstrations will take place the last Friday of the month with two-person teams of volunteers not only working the press but sharing its history with museum visitors.

— Fall Colors Hike at Carson River Park. 1 to 3 p.m. at 5013 Carson River Rd. During this free interpretive program, you’ll walk along the color changing cottonwood trees! Look forward to an easy-going, informative hike with fall color themed educational stops along the way. Be sure to dress for the weather, bring water and register online.

— Fort Churchill State Historic Park to celebrate All Hallows' Eve. 1 to 3:30 p.m. at Fort Churchill Historic State Park. Enjoy an afternoon of old-fashioned Halloween fun at Fort Churchill State Historic Park. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of activities including harvest games on the museum lawn, a scavenger hunt around the fort ruins to earn treats, hay rides, and pumpkin carving and scarecrow building contests.

— Saturday Beginning Wheel Throwing at Ogres-Holm Pottery. 1 to 4 p.m. at 1215 S. Carson St. in Carson City. The Ogres of Ogres-Holm introduce you to clay in this 6-week open start class, including open studio time, is designed to get you started. It’s a great way to relax on a Saturday afternoon. $175 for 6 weekly sessions or $45 drop ins.

— Lego Club at the Carson City Library. 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 900 N. Roop Street. Build self-led creations through hands-on learning with LEGO Education materials. Participants 9 and under must be accompanied by a caregiver of at least 13 years of age at all times.

— First ever 'Gandy Dance' coming to Dayton. 2 to 6 p.m. at the Dayton Valley Community Center. The public is welcome to the first ever "Gandy Dance" to celebrate the Gandy: also known as a railroad maintenance worker. 1800's music by the Pickett's Charge Band, dance lessons, Story Telling, Gandy spiking demonstration, Quilters, finger foods, 1800's games, unique Silent Auction items, train simulator, model Depot Tours and more.

— Douglas County Historical Society host walking tours at historic Genoa Cemetery. 3 p.m. at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center, 1477 US Highway 395. History comes alive this Saturday, Oct. 19, when docents from the Douglas County Historical Society will lead family friendly walking tours through the Genoa Cemetery.

— Books and Brew Club at the Carson Nugget. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Are you a coffee-drinking book lover? Looking for a way to make new friends? Then join us for a book discussion over food and drinks! We will be meeting in the Barrel Room of Alatte Coffee and Wine Bar to discuss this month’s book choice.

— Bingo night featured at Carson Mall to benefit longtime Carson City family. 5 p.m. at 1313 S. Carson Street. On Saturday, Oct. 19, The Carson Mall in Carson City will be hosting a Family Night Bingo to benefit a local family in their time of need. The Billow family have been part of our community for 17 years and has been an influence in the community from Dennis Billow playing Santa and his family serving as helpers for community events and also volunteering with various local organizations.

— Tickled Pink Dinner. 5 p.m. at the Pink House, 193 Genoa Lane. This dinner is a fundraiser for local breast cancer patients. $125 per person and $150 with full wine pairings.

— Bunko for breast cancer at the Carson Valley Inn. 5 to 11 p.m. These odds, and the women and men it affects, is the reason why BHGE has hosted Bunko for Breast Cancer since 2004 donating over $300,000 in support of the Carson Tahoe Cancer Resource Center.

— Light After Dark at Riverview Park. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 600 Marsh Rd. The Light after Dark Walk/Run is a fun event that takes advantage of our beautiful northern Nevada scenic outdoors, incorporating the cause of aiding victims with fitness and advocacy. Supporters will Walk or Run the lit Riverview Park that winds along a sandy path through desert foliage and beautiful cottonwood trees skirting the edge of the Carson River where wild horses graze.

— Live music at Glen Eagles Restaurant. 6:30 to 9 p.m. at 3700 N. Carson St. Enjoy live music that is sure to make you get up and dance every Wednesday through Saturday starting at 6:30 to 9:00ish.

— Celtic Music Series at the Brewery Arts Center. 7 p.m. at 449 W. King Street. This season, The Celtic Music Series artist lineup includes Fiddlers2 on Saturday, Oct. 19, beginning at 7 p.m. Other concerts feature: Cooking With Turf on November 16, Fortunate Strangers on January 18, Golden Bough on March 21, Ed Miller on April 18, and Erica and Friends on May 16. The February date is still open, and there’s no performance in December.

— Carson Valley Pops Autumn Concert. 7 to 9 p.m. at the CVIC Hall, 1602 Esmeralda Ave. Carson Valley POPS Autumn Concert at the CVIC Hall! Plan to arrive early and enjoy a glass of wine or beer while you check out the selection of raffle prizes donated by local merchants.

— Comedian Rex Meredith featured at the Carson Comedy Club. 8 p.m. at the Carson Nugget, 507 N. Carson Street. Don't forget to come check out standup comedian Rex Meredith this weekend at The Carson Comedy Club in Carson City. Rex headlines comedy showrooms and clubs all over the USA and around the world.

Sunday, October 20
– Harvest Train weekend coming to Carson City Railroad Museum (all day). The Nevada State Railroad Museum Carson City is packing a whole lot of family fun into its annual Harvest Train festivities this year. The event is the weekend of Oct. 19-20 and will include carnival-style games, a pumpkin patch, the Snap Wagon Photo Booth, Kona Ice Hawaiian Shave Ice, the West Coast Railroaders Group and their speeders, train rides and more.

— Thomas the Tank Engine and the Steam Train arrives in Virginia City for tours. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the 1870 Depot, 166 F Street. All aboard for a childhood train experience like no other. Thomas the Tank Engine invites little engineers to go full steam ahead for activities and fun adventures as Day Out with Thomas: The Steam Team Tour 2019 makes a two-weekend stop in Virginia City beginning this Saturday.

— Muscle Powered Sunday Bicycle Ride. 9 a.m. Meet at Fremont Elementary School, 1511 Firebox Rd, Carson City, NV 89701, in the south parking lot, next to the Linear Ditch Trail. Come join Muscle Powered for a free, guided group walk, hike, or ride around Carson City! Muscle Powered is a local non-profit organization that promotes walking, hiking, biking and trail building.

— Artisan bread at Sierra Chef. 12 to 4 p.m. Join us for a “Artisan Bread” Cooking Class on Sunday, October 20th, 2019 from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm at the Sierra Chef Kitchen 2292 Main Street Suites 3 & 4 in Genoa, NV. $75 per person.

— Women Veterans' Support Group to meet at Veterans Hall. 1 to 3 p.m. at 2nd and Curry St. There will be a Women Veteran's Support Group meeting in Carson City. The meeting is Sunday, Oct. 20 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Veterans' Hall on 2nd and Curry streets. For information contact Lyndia at 775-431-0534.

— Speakers to discuss metastatic breast cancer at Carson Tahoe Hospital. 2 p.m. at 1600 Medical Pkwy. This Sunday, Oct. 20, in the Bristlecomb Room of Carson Tahoe Hospital, beginning at 2 p.m., Lily Reedy is hosting a gathering that will bring a nationally recognized speaker — Dr. Kelly Shanahan — who also has metastatic breast cancer — to help start the process of raising awareness and coming together. Cancer survivors and the public are invited to join in a Beyond the Pink Ribbon meeting featuring Dr. Shanahan, an OBGYN, researcher, advocate and METAvivor board director. Also featured to speak will be Terra Maddox, an oncology patient navigator at Carson Tahoe Cancer Resource Center. Lily Reedy will also speak about her experience, and metastatic breast cancer thriver and striver.

— Carson City Symphony opens for 36th season. 4 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater. The Carson City Symphony, directed by David Bugli, will open its 36th season on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at 4 p.m., with an “Overture of the Season” concert at the Carson City Community Center's Bob Boldrick Theater. The concert features violin soloist Brian Fox performing Haydn’s Violin Concerto No. 1. The program also includes Brahms’ “Variations on a Theme of Haydn,” Rossini’s “Barber of Seville” Overture, and Tomas Svoboda’s “Overture of the Season.”

— Fall Color and Sunburst Photography Workshop. 4 to 6 p.m. at the Carson City Community Center, 851 E. William Street. Learn how to take sunburst photos with fall colors. During this workshop, you’ll be able to hike around the yellow cottonwood trees in Carson River Canyon. Instructors will teach you the techniques required to take a sunburst shot, but you’ll also be able to take any photos of the changing colors, canyon walls, and the Carson River. A DSLR camera is required. Transportation is provided as the road into the canyon is a little rough. Meet in the Community Center east parking lot.

— Corey Rich book signing at Genoa Town Hall. 6:30 p.m. at 2287 Main St. Come out to the Genoa Town Hall to meet Corey Rich and have him sign a copy of his book “Stories Behind the Images” with an in-depth look at his recent travels and adventures.

For over 22 years, Willow Bill has been visiting classrooms in our area, working with teachers and students, and letting classes build willow reindeer for holiday display. The kids learn safety, measurement, hands-on creating, and the satisfaction of creating something for their community.

Last Saturday, a small but loyal group of volunteers met at the old Boys & Girls Club off Stewart Street to examine, repair, and restring hundreds of willow reindeer to be ready for the upcoming Christmas season.

Kris and his dog, Tahoe, from RuffRiders.org animal rescue were there. DJ Dan from Reno was there playing music to make the work go more smoothly. Dan Palmer, local musician extraordinaire, was there to support Willow Bill who is now battling cancer, too. John and Linda of Nevada Nosh food truck was there providing a delicious lunch to all the volunteers. All hosted by America Matters Media with Business Connections with Anita Foster.

The sun shone and spirits were high. A good time was had by all. Just a few hours made a big difference. So, when you see the lighted willow reindeer along Highway 395 and at the State Capitol this year, mark your calendar for next October and be more than a viewer. Be a participant. You’ll be glad you did!

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