Free trees for joining Arbor Day Foundation

The National Arbor Day Foundation will give 10 free Colorado Blue Spruce trees to each person who joins the Nevada Arbor Day Foundation during February.

The trees will be shipped postpaid at the right time for planting between March 1 and May 31 with enclosed planting instructions. Six- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow, or will be replaced for free.

To become a member of the Foundation send a $10 contribution to Ten Free Colorado Blue Spruce Trees, National Arbor Day Foundation, 100 Arbor Ave., Nebraska City, NE, 68410 by Feb. 28, or join online at www.arborday.org.

Carson City

Residents to hear of Fairview widening

City officials will meet with residents of the Quail Run Senior Resort Community and Parc De Maison 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. today at the Quail Run Clubhouse, 1160 Gambrel Dr.

State-issued checks will look different as of today

Starting today, all checks issued by the state of Nevada will have a different look and feel to them. State Controller Kathy Augustine announced that there is a new processing and printing system for state-issued checks. They will no longer be mailed as a check within a windowed envelope; instead they will be a single unit with tear-away perforations. The change comes as a money-saving measure and as a safety measure.

For information, visit www.controller.nv.gov or call 684-5750.

Surplus property for charitable groups

From time to time, Carson City has surplus property such as desks, tables, chairs, filing cabinets and PCs that it can no longer use. If you belong to a nonprofit organization created for religious, charitable or educational purposes that meet the requirements as set forth in NRS 372.3261 or a governmental entity and want to be placed on a list to receive donations, contact Cheryl Adams of Carson City Purchasing and Contracts at 887-2027, ext. 1100; or cadams@ci.carson-city.nv.us to request an application.

Capital Women's Connection hosts 'Girls Night Out'

The Capital Women's Connection cordially invites women in Carson City to the "Girl's Night Out" from 7-8:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at Q's Restaurant. Seating and salad bar begins at 6:30 p.m.

The guest speakers will be Kara Miller, an Air Force captain during Desert Shield; and Susan Ballard, an interior decorator.

Tickets are $15 and must be reserved by today. Information, reservations or information about tickets after deadline is available by calling 883-5045 or 883-8875.

United Blood Services hosts Valentine's Day blood drive

Bring your sweetheart, family and friends to the United Blood Service this Valentine's Day from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. for a celebration of life.

All donors in Reno and Carson City will have the opportunity to win prizes, enjoy free food, and have fun while saving lives. Donators who bring a partner in to donate at the Carson City branch will receive a gift certificate to a local movie theatre.

United Blood Services is at 256 E. Winnie Lane or at 1125 Terminal Way in Reno. Call 887-9111 to make an appointment in Carson City, 324-6454 for Reno, or visit www.bloodhero.com.

Chamber of Commerce mixer tomorrow

The Carson City Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly mixer at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 1380 E. Fifth St. 5-7 p.m. Wednesday.

Current and prospective members are welcome.

For information, call 882-1565, or visit www.carsoncitychamber.com.

Reno

Audubon Society sponsors birding trip

The Lahontan Audubon Society is sponsoring the Great Reno Caper birding trip Saturday. The group will explore Reno's birding hot spots.

This trip is free and open to the public.

The group will meet at the main Rancho San Rafael parking lot at the Arboretum at 8 a.m.

To register or for information, call (775) 575-0319.