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Reading Between the Lions

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Submitted by jackieshelton_354 on Sat, 06/19/2021 - 11:41

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“If a child can look at the right place, the teacher can teach them to read.” *Dr. Richard Meier
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The Reno Lions Club has created a way to help children train their eyes to improve their reading skills.

The Nevada Optometric Assocation (NOA) recently recognized Lion Janyce Rossall and the Lions Club of Reno with its Vision Award of Community Service. In its first year, the award recognizes an organization or individual that continues to do work in the community (locally, statewide, nationally, and/or internationally) to promote eye health and eye care.

Local Doctor on a Mission to Vaccinate Community from COVID-19

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Submitted by tiffany_464 on Mon, 04/19/2021 - 16:49

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This was, without question, the most rewarding thing I have done in my 28 years as a physician.
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Carson City family physician hosts 12 drive-through vaccine clinics to put shots in arms.

The office of Dr. Merrit W. Dunlap, a Carson City family physician since 1999 and native Nevadan, put nearly 2,500 shots in arms since January in the fight against COVID-19.  Dr. Dunlap, his staff, and several volunteers held 12 drive-through vaccine clinics during January through April at the top floor of the Casino Fandango parking garage.

Harvest Consciously This Year

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Submitted by tiffany_464 on Thu, 03/25/2021 - 12:57

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Catholic Charities earns highest rating from Charity Navigator for good governance and financial responsibility of donor investments.
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“Catholic Charities’ exceptional 4-star rating sets it apart from its peers and demonstrates its trustworthiness to the public,” said Michael Thatcher, president and CEO of Charity Navigator.
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Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the sixth consecutive year that CCNN has earned this top distinction, which is the highest possible rating and indicates that the organization adheres to sector best practices and executes its mission in a financially efficient way.

As spring is traditionally the time of planting, it also brings to mind the thought of harvesting that labor’s fruits. This passage from the book of Leviticus gives guidance regarding some ethical and community-minded practices:

“When you reap the harvest of your land, do not reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest. Leave them for the poor and for the foreigner residing among you.” — Leviticus 23:22

Catholic Charities Supports Local Farms To Help Communities Flourish

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Submitted by tiffany_464 on Tue, 02/23/2021 - 14:51

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St. Vincent’s Food Pantry feeds the community while supporting local farmers and food providers
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By refocusing to buy as many local products as we can, we have helped sustain families in our community whose businesses have been severely impacted by the pandemic.
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At Catholic Charities, our mission is to provide bread—spiritual, social, and sustenance—to people of all cultures and beliefs through a broad range of services, including food resources, case management, and residential programs. Our St. Vincent’s Food Pantry is a crucial component in our efforts to help feed our community. As the largest food pantry in Northern Nevada, it serves more than 15,000 people per month. Annually, St. Vincent’s Food Pantry distributes more than 300,000 boxes of food for families in need.

The Lord’s prayer, “Give us today our daily bread,” from Matthew 6:11, has been interpreted in various ways. It’s not only a supplication for the nourishment of bread and other food. It also envelops our overall basic needs for good health and well-being—food, shelter, clothing, warmth, and safety.

Family-Friendly Camping This Spring

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Submitted by lisa_624 on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 16:05

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Visit Grizzly Creek Ranch for an unforgettable, action-packed weekend at Family Camp.
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"Especially with what’s going on in the world, the kids need to get off their tablets, away from their phones and the TV and get outdoors." *Jade Wallace, mom of three boys and past family camper
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Sierra Nevada Journeys is hosting Family Camps at Grizzly Creek Ranch located in Portola, California, just 50 minutes north of Reno. You won't regret the quality time as a family and we make it easy for you as all of the meals are included and organized camp activities are led by our instructors.

Sierra Nevada Journeys is hosting Family Camps at Grizzly Creek Ranch located in Portola, California, just 50 minutes north of Reno. You won't regret the quality time as a family and we make it easy for you as all of the meals are included and organized camp activities are led by our instructors. Choose from four different weekends with the first camp happening on March 19, 2021. Your family or “pandemic pod” will have exclusive use of a cabin (sleeps up to 12 people) for an action-packed weekend outdoors.

Filling Up on Good Karma

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Submitted by paige.galeoto_230 on Thu, 02/04/2021 - 21:02

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One local woman and her pug are inspiring others to care for their community
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"I just love how accessible and easy they’ve made it to give back to those in need in our community. You can give a little, you can give a lot, you can give daily or one time." *Brooke Lampert, local chef and food philanthropist
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Brooke Lampert, a local chef, caterer and community food philanthropist has been filling area Karma Boxes with her pug Beau. Their joy is contagious.

His name is Beauregard Jackson Pickett-Burnside (Beau to his fans), and he believes in karma – specifically, the Karma Box Project. The middle-aged pug, with his trademark dangling tongue, is companion to Brooke Lampert, a local chef, caterer and community food philanthropist. This winter, the pair has added filling Karma Boxes to their philanthropic mission.

Fifth Annual Reno Women’s March Goes Virtual

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Submitted by jackieshelton_354 on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 14:01

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“The hard work of millions is paying off, and we’re ready to celebrate." *Mylan Hawkins
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The fifth annual Reno Women's March takes place on Saturday, January 23, through the safety of the Internet.

It’s hard to believe that it was five years ago that nearly 10,000 Northern Nevadans converged on downtown Reno for the first Reno Women’s March. The mood was decidedly agitated that year, yet collaborative and hopeful as women and allies joined peacefully together to vocalize their desire for equality - for Indigenous women, women of color, LGBTQ women - for mothers, sisters, aunts and grandmothers to have every opportunity afforded to men.

Here’s Your Shot of Positivity for the Day

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Submitted by mikalee.byerman_243 on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 13:44

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I got the vaccine because it’s safe and to STOP THE SPREAD! I miss hugging my mom, seeing my friends smile and laugh, and if we all do our small part, we can get back to a normal life! * Diane, healthcare worker
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Locals share their positive thoughts about getting the COVID vaccine.

Wouldn’t it be nice if there were a place on the internet to read all of the happy, positive, celebratory thoughts about COVID vaccines? 

Turns out: You’re here! 

Reno Loves Local: Write a Love Letter to a Business, Enter to Win

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Submitted by camieyokote_683 on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 18:47

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The Reno Love Letter campaign hopes to show that shouting out the positives and sharing the love with local businesses is incredibly rewarding. * Michael Tragash, community manager for Yelp
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Reno Loves Local Campaign offers gift cards to local businesses for writing a #RenoLoveLetter.

Our area is made special by the impressive collection of family-owned stores, local restaurants and skilled artisans sharing so much of their diverse talents and offerings with us. No doubt you’ve walked away from the salon thrilled with a perfect haircut; you’ve likely talked for days about that perfect cocktail from Death and Taxes; maybe you’ve tried to recreate mochi from your favorite night of sushi (wait, maybe that’s just me — my family makes mochi on New Years!).

4 Fast Fun Facts with Contributor Marie Baxter

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Submitted by mikalee.byerman_243 on Wed, 01/20/2021 - 16:47

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By sharing our successes through JTP, we hope to invite in new partners and collaborators who share our commitment to changing lives. * Marie Baxter
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As CEO of Catholic Charities, Marie Baxter is heading up a lifeline of support for many in our community. Here are a few insights from her about her job, quarantine life and living in Northern Nevada.

Today we're catching up with longtime contributor Marie Baxter, who frequently shares stories with Just the Positive about the incredible community service performed every day at Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada.

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