Carson Nugget

Comedian Howie Nave is taking his show on the road, this time to the Carson Comedy Club inside the Carson Nugget September 7 and 8.

Many around South Lake Tahoe know Howie from his number one morning drive radio show "Howie's Morning Rush" on KRLT-FM (krltfm.com) and from his years of comedy on the South Shore. He has long been a staple in the world of stand up. How long? There's a plaque with his name on it near the entrance of South Lake Tahoe that's he's called home now for almost 18 years.

It’s that time again. The Battle Born state celebrates its admission to the United States on the last Friday of October, with the annual Nevada Day parade on Saturday. New this year is a ‘Passport to Downtown’ event on Friday. Also new this year is the one-night-only curated art show, Capital Collage, on Friday night featuring over 20 diverse artists and organizations.

Nevada is one of the few states that celebrate its Admission Day, and boy do we throw a party. A parade, competitions of strength and facial hair, hot air balloons, bloody marys, a carnival, pow wow, and free chili are just a few of the festivities awaiting the capital city on Saturday.

The party begins Friday this year with a ribbon cutting celebration of the 'new' downtown. The Nevada State Museum hits its 75th Anniversary this year and will have a day full of fun and surprises. Keep reading to see where you need to take advantage of all the best this holiday weekend has to offer.

The winners of the Carson Memories photo contest were announced this week in a ceremony held at the Carson Nugget.
The Carson Memories contest asked participants to submit their favorite photos demonstrating something special or distinct about the Carson City area.

The winning photos, along with the other select photos, are being incorporated into an exhibit created by Gardnerville artist, Beverly Caputo. The exhibit is featured next to a recently finished mural painted by Caputo. The mural depicts key people, places and things of historical relevance to Carson City.

Your favorite Carson memory could become a part of an historic mural being painted at the Carson Nugget by renown Gardnerville artist, Beverly Caputo.

The mural already features special Carson City landmarks, people and events and there is room for 15 additions. So, the Carson Nugget is looking for photographs that depict memorable Carson moments – dating anytime from
pre-1900 to present day – to add to the mural. The mural is located outside the banquet rooms and will be seen by thousands of people each year.

Carson City, NV—Carson High School football players will receive new helmets, shoulder pads and other equipment this year thanks to the generosity shown during the annual “Kick-Off Dinner” recently held at Carson Nugget.

At the start of each season, the Carson High Athletic Department and the Carson High Football Boosters raise money to support the program. This year the Carson Nugget provided the venue and split the revenue generated through the sale of alcohol to help the group generate income.

The Carson Nugget unveiled its newly remodeled banquet facilities to members of the Carson City Chamber “Breakfast Club” this week.

Star Anderson, General Manager of the Carson Nugget told the group; “The old, dated colors are gone and what you see now is a clean, modern facility that can serve a variety of needs from gatherings as small as 10 to as large as 400.” She added; “This type of facility is one that is very much needed in the Carson City area and we are happy to fill that need.”

Carson City, NV—Get ready to laugh! Wednesday night is Comedy Night at the Carson Nugget. The weekly shows begin each at 7 PM in the Show Lounge. Seating is limited. There is no cover; however, there is a two drink minimum.

The next featured comic is Kelly Monteith. He has performed in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe and Reno as well as theaters throughout the United States and Canada. He has shared the bill with a “Who’s Who” of performers including Bill Cosby, Loretta Lynn, Aretha Franklin and Tony Bennett to name just a few.

Wednesday Comedy Night Schedule

The Western Nevada Musical Theatre Company announces open auditions for "Pajama Game," Tuesday, Jan 10, in Carson Nugget Community Hall, Aspen Building, at Western Nevada College Carson City campus...