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Henderson Pavilion
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Henderson Pavilion Available for Large Functions
January 5, 2009 - April 5, 2010
 Location: Henderson Pavilion Address: 200 S. Green Valley Parkway Phone: 702-267-2171
Located in the master-planned community of Green Valley, the Henderson Pavilion is the largest outdoor theatre in Nevada. The Pavilion is a 2,500-seat state-of-the-art venue for visual and performing arts. It has hosted a variety of memorable occasions including meetings, parties and celebrations, graduations, recitals, festivals and concerts.
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Tea Party Express III
March 27, 2010
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM  Location: Henderson Pavilion Address: 200 South Green Valley Parkway
Grassroots Nevada presents “Take Back Our State” with nationally known author Ann Coulter. This event will also welcome the Tea Party Express tour to the valley. Come hear how you can help save our state from waste and inefficiency.
Don’t miss this informative event.
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Henderson Symphony Orchestra
March 28, 2010
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM  Location: Henderson Pavilion Address: 200 South Green Valley Parkway Phone: 702.267.2171
The Henderson Symphony Orchestra presents Concert Series II featuring the Young Artist Competition winners.
Young Artist Performers will be:
Artem Aleksanyan, Pianist, 14 year old,Odyssey Charter School
Darrin Chao, Violinist, 14 year old, Green Valley High School
Jae Ahn, Pianist, 18 year old, Green Valley High School
Sarah Wright, Violinist, 17 year old, Home Schooled
Brandon Kiss, Pianist, 16 year old, Odyssey Charter School
Michael Burkhardt, Violinist, 17 year, Las Vegas Academy of Visual Performing Arts
Preshow Discussion: 1:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Concert performance: 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Admission is FREE
Henderson Events Plaza
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City of Henderson Offers Three Great Venues
January 5, 2009 - April 5, 2010
 Location: Henderson Events Plaza Address: 200 S. Water Street Contact Name: Dianne Mizelle Email: Dianne.Mizelle@CityofHenderson.com Phone: 702-267-2171
The City of Henderson offers three convenient, flexible and affordable facilities: Henderson Convention Center, Henderson Events Plaza and Henderson Pavilion . These three places can accommodate any size activity at attractive rates.
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ArtsWalk on Third Thursday
March 18, 2010
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Location: The Water Street District Address: 200 South Water Street Phone: 702.267.2171
Enjoy Third Thursday ArtsWalk. Receptions will be open to you and your friends at many of the downtown galleries. Stop by, meet the artist and experience the live entertainment while you enjoy the absolutely spectacular art. For the children the Gibson Library will host arts and crafts.
This evenings entertainment will include Tony Wells, Suni Paz, Mark & Brenda Schmidt, and the Madcap Mythmakers.
The ArtsWalk, receptions and library arts and crafts and live entertainment will be happening from 5:00p.m. to 8:00p.m.
Plan on having dinner at one of the Water Street District restaurants.
ArtsWalk March Newsletter.pdf
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Henderson Farmers Market
March 18, 2010
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM  Location: Henderson Justice Court Park Address: Across the street from the Gibson Library In front of the Henderson Justice Facility Phone: 702.267.2171
Stop by the Farmers Market and bring home your favorite seasonal fruits and vegetables.
In addition to the wonderful fruits and vegetables you will find frresh baked breads, fresh made salsas, honey and much more. There are booths with great gift ideas such as hand made knitted and embroirdered items, beautiful wood carved items, hand made jewelry and other specialty items.
This event takes place every Thursday, weather permitting. For additional information about the Farmers Market, or to participate as a vendor call Dave Star at 702.579.9661.
Get to know the Water Street District stop by one of the great eateries and enjoy breakfast or lunch.
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Henderson Farmers Market
March 25, 2010
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM  Location: Henderson Justice Court Park Address: Across the street from the Gibson Library In front of the Henderson Justice Facility Phone: 702.267.2171
Stop by the Farmers Market and bring home your favorite seasonal fruits and vegetables.
In addition to the wonderful fruits and vegetables you will find frresh baked breads, fresh made salsas, honey and much more. There are booths with great gift ideas such as hand made knitted and embroirdered items, beautiful wood carved items, hand made jewelry and other specialty items.
This event takes place every Thursday, weather permitting. For additional information about the Farmers Market, or to participate as a vendor call Dave Star at 702.579.9661.
Get to know the Water Street District stop by one of the great eateries and enjoy breakfast or lunch.
Henderson Convention Center
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Henderson Convention Center Available for Social Gatherings and Events
January 5, 2009 - April 5, 2010
 Location: Henderson Convention Center Address: 200 S. Water Street Contact Name: Dianne Mizelle Email: Dianne.Mizelle@CityofHenderson.com Phone: 702-267-2171 Nestled in the heart of downtown Henderson, the Henderson Convention Center is one of the most affordable and appealing spaces in Southern Nevada. It features over 13,000 square feet of meeting space and is a desirable location for many public and private meetings including conventions, reunions, conferences, receptions and consumer shows. As always, occupants are welcome to cater their event with their own food and beverage.
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Desert Quilters of Nevada
March 19, 2010 - March 21, 2010
 Location: Henderson Convention Center Address: 200 South Water Street
If you have an appreciation for beautiful creations, you won’t want to miss 20th Anniversary Quilt Show. This year’s show is called “New Beginnings” and will showcase over 200 of their very best quilts. Some of the quilts will be available for purchase.
Favorite Vendors
Appraiser
Opportunity Quilt
Mini Quilt Auction
Fashion Show
Door Prizes throughout the day
Entertainment
Food
Hours are:
Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Spring Family History Seminar
March 27, 2010
 Location: Henderson Convention Center Address: 200 South Water Street Contact Name: Voice Mail Email: ccngs@clear.com Phone: 702.225.5838 Your invited to join the Spring Family History Seminar at the Henderson Convention Center.
Have you ever wondered how to begin your personal search for your ancestors?
Barbara Nuehring, nationally known seminar presenter, will offer valuable information on the following topics:
Using Boxes to Think Outside the Box
Exploiting Maps to Track Down Your Ancestors
Time Lines: Appropriate for All Levels of Experience
Research Your European Ancestors Without Crossing the Pond
Registration: 8:30a.m.
Seminar:9:00 a.m.
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The Gallery
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Jane Marquez Students Gallery Exhibit
February 22, 2010 - March 24, 2010
 Location: The Gallery inside the Henderson Multigenerational Center Address: 250 South Green Valley Parkway Phone: 702.267.2171
Jane has compiled an arrangement of artistic skills, subject matter and mediums. The art on display is the work of children, ages six to fourteen, from Black Mountain Recreation Center and the Henderson Multigenerational Center.
Gallery Hours:
Monday – Friday – 5:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday – 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Admission is FREE!!!
Around Town
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Gondola Cruises at Lake Las Vegas
February 9, 2010 - April 30, 2010
 Location: Lake Las Vegas Address: The dock in The Village Contact Name: Gondola Adventures Phone: 1.877.446.6365
It can't get more romantic than this!
Experience passing under the Pontevecchio Bridge in an authentic Italian gondola on beautiful Lake Las Vegas. Enjoy champagne or sparkling cider and decadent gourmet chocolates.
Create sweet dreams and memories that will last a life time.
Cruises can be arranged day or night any day of the week, for your convenience.
For Prices and additional information call Gondola Adventures.
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The Carousel at The District
March 1, 2010 - March 31, 2010
 Location: The Green at The District Address: South of the 215 and East of Green Valley Parkway at Village Walk Phone: 702.564.8595
The Carousel at The District continues to delight visitors of all ages. The vintage style carousel features 32 animal and two chariots. Guests can ride on the traditional majestic renaissance style horses, or a myriad of menagerie animals including a tiger, an ostrich, a giraffe, or even a frog! Tokens to ride The Carousel can be purchased at the attraction. Stop at The District Store & Guest Services located adjacent to The Green for information about a birthday party.
Fall and Winter hours are as follows:
Monday through Friday – 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday – 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sunday – 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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La Contessa Cruises on Lake Las Vegas
March 11, 2010 - April 30, 2010
 Location: Lake Las Vegas Resort . MonteLago Village Marina Address: 30 Strada Nathan Contact Name: The Marina Phone: 702.564.2865
Cruise Lake Las Vegas on the beautiful La Contessa.
It’s a beautiful way to enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Lake Las Vegas. You’ll find it relaxing and exciting at the same time.
La Contessa invites you to join them for the following regularly scheduled events:
Sunday Brunch 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. $25.00 per person
Sunday Hors D’Oeuvres 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. $20.00 per person
Wednesday Pasta Dinner Cruise 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. $25.00 per person
For reservations contact MonteLago Village Marina.
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Baseball Seminars at Club Sport Green Valley
March 18, 2010
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM  Location: Club Sport Green Valley Address: 2100 Olympic Avenue Contact Name: Jason Kibby Phone: 702.216.3258
Club Sport is offering a complimentary 60 minute Baseball Seminar. Your host will be UNLV head coach Buddy Gouldsmith. After the seminar Buddy will be available for a question and answer session. Seminars will be held in the Club Sport Conference Room.
-This evening’s seminar will focus on Throwing Mechanics.
Look forward to many more interesting topics:
April 7th – Hitting Mechanics
April 21st – Position Play
May 5th – Sport Specific Conditioning
May 13th – Preparing for College
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Mikel's Fine Art Photography A Grand Opening and More!
March 18, 2010
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM  Location: Mikel's Fine Art Photography, Portrait Studio Address: 155 South Water Street, Suite 100 Contact Name: Mikel Phone: 702.564.7166
Mikel , owner and photographer of Mikel’s Fine Art Photography, Portrait Studio invites you to their new studio location in the Water Street District. They will celebrate with an open house all day. At 5:00p.m. will be the official ribbon cutting with music and refreshments.
Come down and tour the studio, see samples of the wonderful and creative photography Mikel offers. Mikel, who is the owner as well as photographer will be on hand to greet you and to discuss your photographic needs.
mikels_grand_opening.pdf
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Nevada Stories: Something to Talk About
March 19, 2010
3:00 PM  Location: Henderson Library - Green Valey Branch Address: 2797 North Green Valley Parkway Contact Name: Stephen Platt Phone: 702.207.4260
The University of Nevada Press and cosponsor Henderson Libraries present Nevada Stories: Something to Talk About.
They will answer the questions:
What are Nevada’s stories?
Do you know who Nevada’s writers are?
What does Nevada mean to you?
Join them for a public humanities talk and conversation that will address these questions and more.
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Cars and Coffee
March 20, 2010
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM  Location: Sansone Park Place Address: 9510 South Eastern Avenue
Enjoy hundreds of classic as well as muscle cars every Saturday at “Cars and Coffee.”
Every week on Saturday morning about 300 cars are on display. It’s a great opportunity to get together with fellow car enthusiasts. This weekly car show is free to attend and is held:
June – September: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
October – May: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Stop by and see everything from a ’57 Chevy to a Ferrari F430.
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Giant Garage Sale at Silver Springs Recreation Center
March 20, 2010
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM  Location: Silver Springs Recreation Center Address: 1950 Silver Springs Parkway Phone: 702.267.5720
Looking for an opportunity to find that item you have wanted? Silver Springs Recreation Center is having their Giant Garage Sale and it might just be waiting for you. Items sold will all be gently used and second hand, no new items, so you can count on a little character.
Need to clean out the garage or a closet? Selling unwanted clothes, toys, books and other items is a great incentive to clean out your closet and earn extra money. Reserve a booth, registration is required at least one week in advance. Each booth encompasses two parking spots and will cost $20.00.
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Mutts on Main Street at The District at Green Valley Ranch
March 20, 2010
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM  Location: The District at Green Valley Ranch Address: 2240 Village Walk Drive Phone: 702.564.8595
Join your friends at The District at their ongoing pet adoption event. Mutts on Main Street features a number of local pet rescue organizations in one location, with the goal of finding “forever homes” for homeless dogs, cats, birds and other pets. Say hello to your newest member of the family.
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Rainbow Canyon Lake Mead National Recreational Area
March 20, 2010
 Location: Lake Mead National Recreational Area Address: Lake Mead Visitor Center Phone: 702.293.8990
Hike through the reds, yellows, and purples of Rainbow Canyon to the remains of Anniversary Mine townsite where the borax mineral colemanite was mined. Walk back through Lovell Canyon and stop off at the Anniversary Narrows on this moderate 6-mile loop with Joan and Chuck.
For more information and reservations call the Lake Mead Visitor Center at (702) 293-8990 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Reservations are required on all hikes.
Please leave your pets at home.
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SpiceSkool at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort
March 20, 2010
3:00 PM  Location: Rick's Cafe at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort Address: 101 MonteLago Boulevard Phone: 702.567.6000
If salt and pepper are the main staples in your spice cabinet, it time to get cooking with Chef Adam Cho of Rick’s Café, SpiceSkool.
SpiceSkool students will learn a fundamental knowledge of spices and their flavors, the nutritional value of age old seasonings as well as powerful flavor combinations. Activities will include a salt tasting, cooking and marinating with spices and pairing with wine. Each participant will also make their own spice blend to take home, along with recipes from Chef Cho.
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Botanical Gardens Tour at Lake Las Vegas
March 21, 2010
9:00 AM  Location: Botanical Gardens at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort Address: 1605 Lake Las Vegas Contact Name: Reservations Phone: 702.567.6000
Tours of these beautiful gardens take place every Sunday morning starting at 9:00 a.m.
If you love playing in the dirt and watching your plants as they mature and bloom this is just for you. Experience and learn all about the natural beauty at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort as their fabulous agricultural tour guide takes you around the property. You will learn interesting details and receive great information while exposing you senses to Loews botanical wonderland.
Call 702.567.6000 for blackout dates.
Loews makes this wonderful tour available to guests as well as locals.
The tour is complimentary.
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Picture the Flowers Lake Mead National Recreational Area
March 21, 2010
 Location: Lake Mead Recreational Area Address: Lake Mead Visitor Center Phone: 702.293.8990
Join Ranger Dale for an interpretative program about photography on your National Park adventures. He will show some techniques to improve your photography skills, and then lead a short walk around the Visitor Center to practice those skills on the emerging wildflowers of the Mojave Desert.
For more information and reservations call the Lake Mead Visitor Center at (702) 293-8990 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Reservations are required on all hikes.
Please leave your pets at home.
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Fortification Hill Lake Mead National Recreational Area
March 24, 2010
 Location: Lake Mead National Recreational Area Address: Lake Mead Visitor Center Phone: 702.293.8990
This hike is an imposing mountain with multicolored, 2,000-foot-high cliffs that overlook the Boulder Basin of Lake Mead. If you have ever wanted to hike this mountain but didn’t want to do it alone, this is your opportunity. Join Ranger Virginia on a slow but steady 4-mile round trip ascent of Fortification Hill.
For more information and reservations call the Lake Mead Visitor Center at (702) 293-8990 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Reservations are required on all hikes.
Please leave your pets at home.
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Shakespeare at Play Taming of the Shrew
March 26, 2010
7:00 PM  Location: The Village Lake Las Vegas Address: 15 Costa DiLago Phone: 702.564.4766
Join Shakespeare At Play for a live production of William Shakespeare’s play “Taming of the Shrew.” Shakespeare At Play is a performance company of award winning actors, directors, writers and producers that have performed in various countries such as China, England, Canada as well as the United States.
Guests are encouraged to bring low back chairs to the performance.
Coolers are not allowed. Refreshments will be sold at the various restaurants.
Admission is Free!!!
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Stephen Pearcy at Sunset Station Hotel & Casino
March 26, 2010
8:30 PM  Location: Club Madrid at Sunset Station Hotel & Casino Address: 1301 West Sunset Road Phone: 702.547.7777
Stephen Pearcy, singer of Ratt, will be performing his great Hard Rock music while appearing at Club Madrid at Sunset Station Hotel Casino.
All guests must be 21 years or older to attend.
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Who's Afraid of Virginia Wolf
March 26, 2010
7:30 PM  Location: Sun City MacDonald Ranch Clubhouse Address: 2020 West Horizon Ridge Parkway Contact Name: Reservations Phone: 702.270.7000
Theatre in the Valley will be performing "Who's Afraid of Virginia Wolf?"
George and Martha invite a young new professor and his wife to their house following a party. When they arrive the charade begins. Drinks flow and inhibitions melt. Martha seems determined to seduce the young professor and George couldn’t care less. Beneath the edgy banter lurks an undercurrent of tragedy and despair. Eventually, the mystery of George and Martha’s bitterness towards each other is exposed, revealing the degrading mess they have made of their lives.
The production contains some profanity and adult situations.
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Best Buddies Festival of Friendship The District at GVR
March 27, 2010
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM  Location: The District at Green Valley Ranch Address: 2240 Village Walk Drive Phone: 702.564.8595 Save the date for Best Buddies new event, "Festival of Friendship," with a one mile fun walk and festival. There will be booths, entertainment, awards and more.
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Cars and Coffee
March 27, 2010
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM  Location: Sansone Park Place Address: 9510 South Eastern Avenue
Enjoy hundreds of classic as well as muscle cars every Saturday at “Cars and Coffee.”
Every week on Saturday morning about 300 cars are on display. It’s a great opportunity to get together with fellow car enthusiasts. This weekly car show is free to attend and is held:
June – September: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
October – May: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Stop by and see everything from a ’57 Chevy to a Ferrari F430.
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Giant Garage Sale at Black Mountain Recreation Center
March 27, 2010
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM  Location: Black Mountain Recreation Center Address: 599 Greenway Road Phone: 702.267.4070
Looking for an opportunity to find that item you have wanted? Black Mountain Recreation Center is having their Giant Garage Sale and it might just be waiting for you. Items sold will all be gently used and second hand, no new items, so you can count on a little character.
Need to clean out the garage or a closet? Selling unwanted clothes, toys, books and other items is a great incentive to clean out your closet and earn extra money. Reserve a booth, registration is required at least one week in advance. Each booth encompasses two parking spots and will cost $20.00.
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Moonlight Walk Along the Historic Railroad Trail Lake Maed Recreational Area
March 27, 2010
 Location: Lake Mead National Recreational Area Address: Lake Mead Visitor Center Phone: 702.293.8990
Experience the mystery of the Historic Railroad Trail by the light of the Mojave moon. The railroad was built to transport supplies to Hoover Dam during the 1930's when the dam was under construction. Learn the fascinating history of the railroad and of those that built this cultural landmark. This is an easy 3-mile hike overlooking the waters of Lake Mead. Don’t forget your flashlight!
For more information and reservations call the Lake Mead Visitor Center at (702) 293-8990 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Reservations are required on all hikes.
Please leave your pets at home.
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SakeSkool at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort
March 27, 2010
3:00 PM  Location: Marssa Restaurant at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort Address: 101 MonteLago Boulevard Phone: 702.267.6000
Master Sushi Chef, Chef Osamu “Fuji” Fujita will personally conduct Loews Culinary Institute’s Sushi & Sake Sessions. You won’t earn credits or a degree from the institute but you will have the opportunity to learn or sharpen your skills at sushi.
Sessions are offered on the 4th Saturday of March, April, May and June and are for adults 21 and over.
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The Showdown at Sundown
March 27, 2010
 Location: Lake Las Vegas Resort Phone: 702.564.4700
The Auld Dubliner Irish Pub and Restaurant presents the Show down at Sundown. It’s a triathlon at beautiful Lake Las Vegas Resort. There will be three courses, Sprint, Intermediate and Long (1/2).
Showdown at Sundown will start:
Long Course at 1:00 p.m.
Intermediate at 3:30 p.m.
Short at 3:30 p.m.
The party lasts all day at the Auld Dubliner, conveniently located at the FINISH line.
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Botanical Gardens Tour at Lake Las Vegas
March 28, 2010
9:00 AM  Location: Botanical Gardens at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort Address: 1605 Lake Las Vegas Contact Name: Reservations Phone: 702.567.6000
Tours of these beautiful gardens take place every Sunday morning starting at 9:00 a.m.
If you love playing in the dirt and watching your plants as they mature and bloom this is just for you. Experience and learn all about the natural beauty at Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort as their fabulous agricultural tour guide takes you around the property. You will learn interesting details and receive great information while exposing you senses to Loews botanical wonderland.
Call 702.567.6000 for blackout dates.
Loews makes this wonderful tour available to guests as well as locals.
The tour is complimentary.
Click Here for More Information
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Cadillac through the Years at The District at Green Valley Ranch
March 28, 2010
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM  Location: Main Street at The District at Green Valley Ranch Address: 2240 Village Walk Drive Phone: 702.564.8595
Findlay Cadillac and the Cadillac LaSalle Club of Las Vegas are hosting "Cadillac Through The Years" Classic Car Show at The District at Green Valley Ranch.
The Cadillac and LaSalle automobiles representing 105 years of historic automotive excellence will be an event you won't want to miss.
Not only will you be able to view Cadillacs from the past to the present, you may get a peek at the future. If you're an automobile enthusiast or a Cadillac fan, mark your calendar. Featured vehicles include the 50th anniversary 1960 Eldorado Brougham and the brand-new CTS coupe.
Admission to the car show is free, bring the whole family. There will be entertainment, giveaways and fun for all. Plan on spending the afternoon and stop by one of the great eateries for lunch or an early dinner.
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