Out & About: Fourth is just around the corner

Virginia City's Fourth of July Parade & Fireworks

It's a toss up which 4th of July event to attend. If you time it right, you can head up to Virginia City for the parade and fun and be back in Carson for the fireworks. Both cities know how to make July 4th a great time, so either choice is a great choice.

Virginia City is all about the red, white and blue all-day patriotic extravaganza. Starting with an old-fashioned parade, face painting, great music and food. And finally, watch the spectacular fireworks in beautiful Virginia City. Watch out for the gun slingers. Bring the kids as there will be free give-a-ways. 

WHO: Virginia City July 4th Parade and Fireworks

WHAT: Fireworks, fun, music and food

WHEN: Parade starts at noon and the fun lasts until you decide to head home

WHERE: C Street, Virginia City

CONTACT: 775-847-4386.

WEB: www.visitvirginia citynv.com

RSVP Fourth of Julycelebration

RSVP stands for Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, which continues to assist Nevada local seniors with several programs throughout the year. Home Companion, Respite Care and Lifeline programs, to name a few, all help seniors remain independent in their own homes. Thanks to RSVP, each year we enjoy a wonderful Fourth of July carnival and firework show in Carson City. If you would like to be a vendor, check out the website below. There is also a carnival coupon for $5 off for an unlimited ride wristband.

WHO: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

WHAT: Carnival rides, games and concessions, arts, crafts, novelties and food vendors. Fireworks at dusk on July 4.

WHEN: 4 p.m. July 1 & 2; noon July 3 & 4

WHERE: Mills Park

CONTACT: Mike Hughes, 687-4680, ext.4,

WEB: www.nevadarural rsvp.org

Soroptimist International 34th annual Chili Cook-off

The Chili Cook-off always attracts great chefs from far and wide offering their own unique tastes of chili made with strict guidelines, and I do mean strict. Since they are competing for a place to qualify in the International Chili Society's sanctioned cook-offs, including the 2011 World Championship, this is not only a tasty event but has some major bragging rights to go with the win. I personally enjoyed the salsa contest last year. It was absolutely delicious.

Besides chili competitors, Local crafters will also be set up for the two day event, along with live music, hamburgers, hot dogs, beer and soda and lots of family fun. Soroptimist International of Carson City will be selling chili tasting kits and hosting a terrific raffle with fabulous prizes. 

WHO: Soroptimist International of Carson City

WHAT: "People's Choice of Carson City" chili competition, the International Chili Society's High Sierra Regional Chili Cook-off on Saturday and the Nevada Capital Regional Chili Cook-off on Sunday

WHEN: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. July 9-July 10

WHERE: Glen Eagles Restaurant

COST: There is no entry fee for local cooks and trophies will be awarded both days of the event. Craft fair booths, $30 for both days. Chili/salsa tasting kits are $3.

CONTACT: Bob Grayson at 775-882-6878 or Kim Feigehen at Glen Eagles at 775-884-4414.

WEB: www.sicarsoncity.org click on Chili Cook-Off for all entry information and forms

DON'T FORGET: RUN WHAT CHA BRUNG, the Karson Kruzers presents a premier car show all weekend long!!!! VROOM VROOM

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