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The annual Rotary Club of Carson City Brewfest is scheduled to occur on Saturday May 31, 2025 ! Once again Curry Street will be closed to traffic from 2nd street to 4th street in order to make room for this event. McFadden Plaza will be available for dancing and fun. The celebration is from 3 PM to 8 PM. Each year hundreds of your neighbors join us for the festivities. There will be more than twenty Brewers serving their refreshing creations. An entry ticket gets you a 5 oz mug to sample their wares. Optional raffle prizes include a scholarship to Western Nevada College, a hot air balloon ride, golf outings, a wagon full of craft beer, a wagon full of wine, a barbecue and much more. There will also be an opportunity to win $500 in a corn hole event. Purchase your tickets now from a local Rotarian or at www.capitalcitybrewfest.com.

Student of the Week-4/22/2025

The Rotary Club of Carson City and Carson Tahoe Health honored Maximillian as Student of the Week during this week's luncheon. Max is a remarkable student who excels in the classroom, choir, and in Future Farmers of America. He is currently the 2024-2025 President for the Capitol FFA Chapter at his high school. Next year he will assume the position of Nevada FFA State President! His Counselor states "There is no doubt that Max will be a driving force in the future of politics, agriculture and education. He is destined to be a leader who will shape the future of agricultural education."

President Peter Fishburn, Maximillian, Proud Mom, Superintendent A.J. Feuling

Student of the Week-4/29/2025

The Rotary Club of Carson City and Carson Tahoe Health were pleased to honor JT as the Student of the week during the Rotary luncheon on 4/29/2025. JT challenged himself with a rigorous schedule of AP, Honors, and College level classes. He earned a weighted GPA of 5.03! JT excelled as a high school football standout earning the Defensive Player of the Year award for the Northern Region. In the realm of wrestling he won the 175 pound regional championship. JT is also committed to service as he worked to assist Comprehensive Live Skills students. JT's next goal is to attend a U.S. Military Academy, and has earned three Congressional nominations. Congratulations to this impressive high school senior.

President Peter Fishburn, JT, and School Superintendent A. J. Feuling

Student Speech Contest

The Rotary Club of Carson City hosted the annual Student Speech Contest this week. Each year the contestants are given a topic. They speak on that topic for 5 to 7 minutes in front of the Rotary club. The winner at the club level moves on to compete at the Area level (5 clubs). The winner at the Area level then is invited to compete at the District level (59 clubs). At each level financial awards are given with the top prize being $1000 at the District level. Congratulations to these brave students!

President Peter Fishburn, Amiya, Shyanna, Josh, and Speech coordinator, Michael Pelham

March Teacher of The Month

The Rotary Club of Carson City was honored to host Shanell Cavener this week. Shanell was selected by Carson High School Principal, Dan Carstens to be the Rotary Teacher of the Month for March 2025. Ms. Cavener teaches Advanced Placement Calculus and Advanced Placement Statistics to Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors at Carson High School. During the luncheon, Mr. Carstens raved about how important Ms. Cavener is to the school. She is a true Senator.

President Peter Fishburn, Shanell Cavener, Dan Castens, Superintendent A.J. Feuling

Student of The Week

Each week, during the school year, The Rotary Club of Carson City and Carson Tahoe Health honor a local high school student. This week the honoree was Elayna, who is a Senior at Carson High School. Eleayna is co-captain of the soccer team and earned a 3.94 GPA while taking honors and AP classes. Congratulations and best of luck in the future!

Another New Rotarian!

The Rotary Club of Carson grew by yet another member this week. Tim Galluzi was sponsored by Will Adler, and inducted by President Peter Fishburn. Tim is quite familiar with the club. The Rotary Club of Carson City awarded him a $12,000 college grant in 2013. Now Tim has decided to give back to the community as a member of Rotary. Tim is the State Chief Information Officer where his duties include advising the Governor and Cabinet Members on matters of Information Technology and Cybersecurity. Welcome to the club Tim!

President Peter Fishburn, Tim Galluzi, and Will Adler

January Teacher of the Month

The Rotary Club of Carson City is honored to present the Teacher of the Month for January 2025. Briana Bloom was selected by Debra Winkleman, the Principal of Bethlehem Lutheran School. Briana earned her teaching degree twenty years ago. She worked as an Administrator, then switched to teaching three years ago. She wishes that she made the transition to teaching sooner, as her students make her laugh every day! After teaching first grade for two years, she now teaches fifth grade.

Superintendent A.J. Feuling, Debra Winkleman, Briana Bloom, President Peter Fishburn

January Student of the Week

The student honored at The Rotary Club of Carson City this week is Jailey, who is definitely an over achiever! She joined the Jumpstart program in order to earn college credits while in high school. At the same time she is excelling in honors and advanced placement courses. Her GPA stands at an impressive 5.25 with thirty credits earned, and more to come. Jailey participates in the Agriculture/Animal Science CTE program and is a member of the Future Farmers of America. She aspires to be a Veterinarian and currently works as a Veterinary Assistant in a local office. The Rotary Club of Carson City honors impressive students like Jailey each week during the school year. Congratulations to Jailey! This program is made possible by Carson Tahoe Health.

President Peter Fishburn, Mom Triana, Jailey, CC School Superintendent AJ Feuling

Rotarians Make the Holidays Brighter for Local Senior Citizens

Members of the Rotary Club of Carson City are making the holiday season much brighter for twenty senior citizens this December. The Rotarians coordinated with Carson City's Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) to select twenty deserving seniors to recieve gifts. The Rotarians contacted the seniors to determine the appropriate gifts that would brighten their lives. The Rotary Club funded the purchases with $100 per senior citizen. After shopping for the desired gifts, the Rotarians are delivering the presents to the twenty senior citizens.

The Rotary Club of Carson City hosts Foreign Exchange Students

Rotary Youth Exchange students were hosted by the Rotary Club of Carson City for the Nevada Day weekend. Rotary Youth Exchange is a program in which local teenagers spend a year in a foreign country under the supervision of Rotarians. In exchange, teenagers from around the world spend a year in the United States. It is a life changing experience for each of these students. Rotary clubs arrange for housing, education, and sponsor these lucky students. Over Nevada Day weekend these international guests are invited to gather in Carson City under the supervision of the Rotary Club of Carson City. The students visited Carson City and Virginia City. They joined local Rotarians in the Nevada Day parade. The teenagers made new friends and wonderful memories. As a result of the Rotary Youth Exchange program students learn leadership skills, become global citizens, and often learn a new language. Learn more at www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/youth-exchanges

Rotary At Work

On a warm September morning, members of the Rotary Club of Carson City joined other volunteers to "Move With The Mayor". The team worked hard with hoes, rakes, and shovels to clear prickly weeds from a large area of the local cemetery. The work was completed in a couple hours and the difference is amazing. I am sure that the residents appreciate all of the hard work.

Tour of the Nevada State Capitol

The Rotary Club of Carson City shifted it's weekly meeting from the Brewery Arts Center to the Nevada State Capitol on September 24, 2024. After a delicious lunch on the Capitol grounds, thirty members of the club were treated to a tour of the Capitol by two volunteer docents. The experience was educational as well as fun. It was an entertaining field trip enjoyed by all attendees. Thank you to Bart Carrillo for arranging the adventure.

Teacher of the Month

The Rotary Club of Carson City honors a Student of the week, and Teacher of the month throughout the school year. Ms. Toni Cosentino was selected as the September Teacher of the month. Ms. Cosentio has taught many years, previously in California and Missouri. She is currently in her seventh year teaching at St. Teresa of Avila grade school in Carson City. Ms. Cosentio was honored at the September 17th luncheon. She received a beautiful plaque and a check to use on herself. The photo includes Rotary Club President Peter Fishburn, Principal Peggy Burger, Teacher Toni Cosentino, and Carson City School Superintendent A.J. Feuling.

Rotary Club of Carson City Picnic

On a beautiful Sunday, the members of the Rotary Club of Carson City gathered in Mills park for food, fun, and fellowship. On 9/22/2024, club members, family, and pets enjoyed the picnic luncheon. Chef Garrett did a stellar job manning the barbecue, while numerous salads and desserts were shared. Many thanks to Keith Newton for organizing the event. Let's do it again!

New Members join The Rotary Club of Carson City

The Rotary Club of Carson City grew by two more members this week. Lucia Maloney and John Barrette decided to make a bigger difference in Carson City and the world. Rotary has grown from four members in 1905 to 1.4 million members in 218 countries and territories in the world. The Rotary Club of Carson City has funded a walking labyrinth at the Carson Cancer Center, furniture for the FISH student housing, trees for Carson City, a study area at Western Nevada College, bus stop enclosures, a greenhouse at Pioneer High School, a robotics class and a hydroponics class at local schools. This is a small sample of projects completed in our city. The club also awards Student of the week and Teacher of the month prizes. Scholarships are awarded to local residents every year.

Rotary District Governor Dennis Geare welcomes Lucia Maloney to The Rotary Club of Carson City.

District Governor Dennis Geare welcomes John Barrette to The Rotary Club of Carson City.

International Student arrives in Carson City

Once again this year the Rotary Club of Carson City arranged for a student from Japan to spend 11 months in Carson City. To receive such a student, the club also sponsored an outbound student. This year that honor went to a student from Carson City who will spend 11 months in the France.
For more than 49 years, Rotary Youth Exchange has been one of Rotary’s best-known programs. As an official program, it dates to 1975, but by that time, Rotary clubs had already been sending students abroad for decades with the aim of promoting international understanding and friendship.
What the program offers to, and asks of, participants is an openness to new ideas and experiences, a willingness to adapt and to gain new perspectives, and an opportunity to make new friends and learn new ways of living. It is a life changing experience for these lucky adolescents.
If you would like to host an inbound student for three months, or if you know of a high school student who wants to spend 11 months in another country, contact us at carsoncitynvrotary@gmail.com .

Hinata arrives in Nevada! Her host parents Aeryn & Rob McQueary join Rotarians to welcome her.

Carson Senior Center visits Rotary

The Rotary Club of Carson City had the pleasure of learning about the Carson City Senior Center programs. Executive Director Courtney Warmer explained that the Senior Center supplies healthy lunches to 180 - 260 people per day. They also supply 320 Meals on Wheels daily. The Carson City Senior Center provides nutrition, a place for Seniors to connect, and numerous other services. Such services include a speaker series, anti-fraud assistance, guidance with health insurance, tax advice, technical help with smart phones and computer use. All their services can be found at www.CarsonCitySeniorCenter.org

North Bay Industries in Carson City

The Rotary Club of Carson City members visited North Bay Industries. This company is based in California and has an impressive facility in Carson City that opened in 2020. The Carson location creates 6,912 American flags per month. These flags are made to Veterans Affairs specifications, and are used as interment flags for Veterans. The flags are made entirely from products and materials that are certified “Made in America”. North Bay Industries has been making this flag for Veterans Affairs since 1994. NBI favors hiring and training employees with disabilities.

Educational Grant of $5,000 awarded to Carson City School District

Each year the Rotary Club of Carson City awards a competitive educational grant to a Carson City Educator. This year's award of $5,000 was earned by Carson School District K-12 Curriculum & Assessment Coordinator Brittany Witter. The grant facilitated the purchase of more than 500 historical fiction and non-fiction, age appropriate books to be used by students throughout the district. At the Rotary club meeting of 5/7/2024, Ms. Witter explained the program's implementation and goals. The Rotary Club of Carson City awards the annual grant as part of its commitment to supporting and recognizing educational achievements.

Rotary Honors Teacher of the Month for April

The Rotary Club of Carson City continues its commitment to education. This Tuesday Eagle Valley Middle School Teacher, Tara Rispin and her Principal, Lee Conley were invited to our lunch meeting. During the meeting Ms. Rispin was honored for her exemplary efforts teaching science to eight grade students. During the school year the Rotary club presents an award to a Student of the week, and a Teacher of the month. The photo includes Carson School Superintendent A.J. Feuling, Waste Management District Manager Morgan Diell, Teacher of the Month Tara Rispin, Eagle Valley Middle School Principal Lee Conley, and Rotary Club President Garrett Lepire.

Rotary Club of Carson City Foundation donates to the Eagle Valley Lego Robotics Team

The Rotary Club of Carson City generously donated $3,000 from the Carson City Rotary Foundation to support the Eagle Valley Middle School's Lego Robotics Team. This money will assist the team to finance their trip to Houston, Texas for the national competition. The Robotics team earned the right to compete at the national level after victories at the State and Regional levels.

The Rotary Club of Carson City Donates a Computer Lab to The Salvation Army

On a beautiful Saturday morning, numerous members of The Rotary Club of Carson City gathered at the local Salvation Army building. The crew used their electronic and construction expertise to create a new computer lab at the site. The computers were financed by the Rotary Club of Carson City and Rotary District 5190. They will be used by youngsters for learning and exploring the digital world under the supervision of the Salvation Army staff.

Another New Member For The Rotary Club of Carson City

The Rotary Club of Carson City has experienced phenomenal growth over the last few years. Another wonderful member joined the club this week. Our newest member is Holly Beeson. Holly is a Captain and Corps member of the Salvation Army serving in Carson City. Her husband, Immanuel, is also a Captain and Corps member of the Salvation Army in Carson City. Immanuel joined The Rotary Club of Carson City in September of 2022. Perhaps Holly saw how much fun Immanuel was having and decided to join. Welcome to the club !

President Garrett Lepire, Holly Beeson, & Immanuel Beeson

Field Trip to The Nevada State Museum

The Rotary Club of Carson City shifted their weekly meeting to the Nevada State Museum. This field trip included a tasty lunch, and a presentation about the Museum's outreach program. The members were free to explore all the wonderful exhibits including the Dat So Lat See baskets, the coin displays, the walk through mine, and much more.

December Teacher of the Month

As an ongoing commitment to local educators, the Rotary Club of Carson City invited the Principal and a Teacher from Carson Montessori Charter School to join us for a lunch meeting. Principal Jessica Daniels introduced First Grade Teacher Haley Kenyon, who was selected as the December Teacher of the Month. Ms. Kenyon was honored with a plaque and a check. The Rotary Club of Carson City honors a Teacher of the Month and a Student of the Week throughout the school year. This photo includes President Garrett Lepire, Teacher Haley Kenyon, Principal Jessica Daniels, and Carson City School Superintendent A.J. Feuling.

Nevada Assemblyman P.K. O'Neill Speaks at the Rotary Club of Carson City

Nevada Assemblyman P.K. O'Neill was the speaker at the Rotary Club of Carson City meeting on November 21,2023. Mr. O'Neill provided insights about the 82nd Nevada Legislative Session that was held between February 6, 2023 to June 6, 2023. He also discussed the 35th Special Session that adjourned June 14, 2023. Some of the bills that were discussed included: new healthcare liability regulations, portability of licenses for Doctors and Nurses, restrictions on balloons that may interfere with electrical lines. Assemblyman O'Neill is greeted by Club President Garrett Lepire.

Rotary Youth Exchange Students Enjoy the Nevada Day Weekend

Once again, Rotary Youth Exchange students were hosted by the Rotary Club of Carson City for the Nevada Day weekend. Rotary Youth Exchange is a program in which local teenagers spend a year in a foreign country under the supervision of Rotarians. In exchange, teenagers from around the world spend a year in the United States. It is a life changing experience for each of these students. Rotary clubs arrange for housing, education, and sponsor these lucky students. Over Nevada Day weekend these international guests are invited to gather in Carson City under the supervision of the Rotary Club of Carson City. The students visited Carson City and Virginia City. They joined local Rotarians in the Nevada Day parade. The Rotary District 5190 Governor, Stacy Graham, and District Governor Elect, Dennis Geare, joined the students this year. The teenagers made new friends and wonderful memories. As a result of the Rotary Youth Exchange program students learn leadership skills, become global citizens, and often learn a new language. Learn more at www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/youth-exchanges

The Rotary Club of Carson City Awards the 2023 Educational Grant

The Carson City School District's Professional Development Center grant proposal - "Literacy Development and Love of Reading through Social Studies," has been selected as this year’s Carson City Rotary $5,000 Education Grant recipient. This project, submitted by Brittany Witter, includes purchasing of historical novels for each school site for grades 3-8. This project will also include instructional strategies to ensure project goals of developing student literacy skills are achieved. Ms. Witter will present an update on the grant’s progress and goal achievement at the Carson Rotary Club’s May 7, 2024 weekly meeting.

Another Constructive Project at The Sutro Site

Carson City Rotarians returned to the historic Sutro tunnel site to assist its revitalization. Rotary Youth Exchange student, Reon, joined the Rotarians for a morning of fun and hard work. Non-historic cabinetry and brick flooring were removed from the Carriage house. A warehouse wall and passage way were also removed to prepare for further restoration.

2019 Capital City Brewfest

OUR VISION - OUR MISSION
OUR CORE VALUES AS ROTARIANS

OUR VISION

We engage the New Generation to lift up our community through service, networking and friendship, by recognizing student leaders and supporting those who choose our organization to achieve their own philanthropic goals.

OUR MISSION

We provide opportunities for like-minded people to improve our communities through the Rotary platform.

INTEGRITY

Our Rotary 4-Way Test - 1. Is it the truth? 2. Is it fair to all concerned? 3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships? 4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

PHILANTHROPY

Donating our time, money and/or expertise for the welfare and betterment of our local community and our neighbors, here and abroad

DEDICATION

Forming decade-long bonds with our fellow Rotarians in service and in commitments to education, leadership and our children's success

FRIENDSHIPS

We enjoy a good laugh and the company of our fellow club members, including those who have recently joined and participate in our projects

Carson Tahoe Health & Carson Rotary Celebrate Labyrinth Anniversary & Community Partnership

(Carson City, Nev.) November 6, 2019 – Today marks 13 years since the opening of the outdoor Labyrinth located at the Carson Tahoe Cancer Center. The unique space was made possible through a generous donation from the Rotary Club of Carson City. In 2006, under the leadership of past president Rafael Cappucci, the Rotary Club contributed $75,000 to build the Labyrinth, and gave another $200,000 in support of the Cancer Center project over a four-year period.