Out & About: Good fun ... for an even better cause

In 2007, there were 9,022 incidences of domestic violence reported in Nevada. My question is, how many went unreported?

In 60 percent of those reports, the victims were female, and the saddest statistic is 5,294 children witnessed the incidents. I am not promoting an "event," I am asking for your support, assistance and community involvement by supporting a program that really makes a difference to women and children.

By purchasing a ticket to the Taste of Downtown you directly help women and children to get out of the cycle of domestic violence. Yes, I can tell you that this event is amazing.

The food is always fabulous, the music entertaining, the shops warm and welcoming and our town, the people who live here, remarkable. Your continued support and incredible generosity helps save lives, and hopefully breaks the chain of domestic abuse. Thank you!

I am passionate about saving children and making changes for the better, and Advocates does both. I will see you at the Casino Fandango booth. Please stop by and say hello.

And a special thank you to all the restaurant owners, food establishments, shops and volunteers that each year astound me by donating so much! Of course you can't forget the wonderful staff at Advocates for all the work that goes on behind this fundraiser. Thank you.

WHAT: Advocates to End Domestic Violence - The Taste of Downtown

WHERE: Downtown Carson City

WHEN: 5:30 -9:30 p.m. Saturday

COST: $35

CONTACT: 883-7654

KIDS' NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM

This is why I love this town, smart-thinking individuals. Don't let the excuse be, "I can't find a babysitter," and miss the Taste of Downtown.

Thanks to the Children's Museum there is a safe place to make sure your children will also have fun. The museum will be open and ready to entertain your children with crafts, games, snacks and movies.

It's sponsored by Straw Hat, Little Caesar's Pizza and Walmart, so sign up now, grab a ticket to the taste and know your children are going to have as much fun as you.

WHAT: Kid's Night at the Museum

WHERE: Northern Nevada Children's Museum, 813 N. Carson St.

WHEN: 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday

COST: $20 per child or $40 for families of up to three children

CONTACT: 884-2226

WEBSITE: cmnn.org

CARSON CITY KIWANIS - AN EVENING ON THE COMSTOCK

This second annual event held at the Governor's Mansion is a great Father's Day gift. A ticket to fun with Local's BBQ providing a tasty meal.

There will be dancing, silent and live auction. But the real draw will be not only the great food, but the Comstock Cowboys featuring David John.

So dust of your cowboy boots and get ready to hoe-down the night away.

WHAT: Carson City Kiwanis - An Evening on the Comstock

WHERE: Governor's Mansion, 606 N. Mountain St.

WHEN: 5-9 p.m. Saturday

COST: $40, or a table for 10 for $380

CONTACT: Bill at 882-3075 or Alice at 885-9568

CARSON CITY LITTLE LEAGUE PANCAKE BREAKFAST

The annual Father's Day Pancake Breakfast will be at the Exhibit Hall at Fuji Park. This is a fun time for the entire family. The playground and park to enjoy after a great breakfast and no dishes to wash up, sounds good right?

Carson City Little League Pancake Breakfast is a tradition like apple pie and Toyotas. Also traditional is the chance to win a 2002 Toyota Truck thanks to Mr. Campagni, owner of Carson City Toyota/Scion.

The tickets purchased to the Pancake Breakfast automatically gets you in for the drawing. You can purchase tickets from any little league player. Give a shout out to Connor Leahy or Noah Tamasco, who recently had a two-run homer in the playoffs. Slugger Zachary Harris had a few too.

Great job to all the boys this season!

WHAT: Best Father's Day Pancake Breakfast Ever

WHERE: Exhibit Hall at Fuji Park

WHEN/TIME: 8:30 a.m.-noon Sunday

COST: $4

CONTACT: Matt Teixeira at 884-1021

NEXT WEEK: Silver Dollar Classic, Karson Kruzers, Run What Cha Brung, farmers market and the International Chili Cook-off at Glen Eagles.

To have your information included, contact Kim Riggs kimriggs@att.net.