Good morning, Carson City.

Carson City Master Gardeners are hosting a free Garden Talk today at 5:30 p.m. at the Community Gardens + 1044 Beverly Drive to help locals plan for winter color using winter-flowering trees and shrubs; the final session of the season offers expert tips and a Q&A.

Animal Ark said on Tuesday that its facility and animals remained safe despite wildfires burning near its perimeter; firefighters patrolled the grounds all night + officials ask the public to avoid the access roads and warn that updates will be provided today.

The Northern Nevada Dream Center is hosting its 8th annual Back to School Bash at 6 p.m. Friday at Mills Park Pavilion, aiming to help up to 1,000 elementary students with school supplies, groceries, and community resources.

Families can enjoy activities and meet local partners (including firefighters and community organizations).

The Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space and Public Works Departments are asking residents to share input on e-bike and electric mobility use on roads, bike lanes and trails with an online survey open until Sept.

7. An Open House will be held on Aug. 24 (5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.) at the Community Center lobby.

Emergency and fire officials held a press briefing on Tuesday, Aug.

11 to discuss the Bug, Fred Mountain, and Stallion Fires and update local residents on response efforts (officials detailed safety measures).

Local arts offer a Greenwave sports exhibit and local sports displays at the Churchill County Museum, and a free concert with Boot Juice at Oats Park on Aug.15 — outdoor Saturday shows continue at the Levitt AMP Music Series at 449 W.

King St. through Aug.29.

Chief Warrant Officer 5 Dan Walters will retire at the end of August from the Nevada Army National Guard after a 42‑year career with two Afghanistan deployments; he flew his final mission in May and will join the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office as a Raven helicopter pilot.