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Out and About: Out N About
Spring Forward, Help Out
The weather is growing warmer, but the searing temperatures have not yet arrived to keep us hidden away indoors. With such gorgeous days ahead of us, it’s a great time to get outside, enjoy some exercise and help a good cause at the same time with some of these amazing events.
MDA Muscle Walk
Put your heart and “sole” into this 1.5 mile charity walk at Town Square on March 16th with all proceeds benefitting the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Visit www.musclewalkmda.org/lasvegas for registration and info.
Easter Seals Nevada’s 5th Annual Walk With Me
Help raise awareness for those living with disabilities by heading to W. Wayne Bunker Family Park on March 23rd for an energetic walk, followed by an Easter carnival filled with games and fun. Visit www.easterseals.com for registration and info.
23rd Annual AIDS Walk Las Vegas
Get your blood pumping with a stroll around UNLV on April 14th at this walk to benefit Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN), a group that offers support and advocacy for those living with HIV and AIDS. Visit www.afanlv.org for registration and info.
Grant a Gift Autism 5K Walk/Run for Hope
This charity run and fun walk at Town Square on April 27th also features lots of great activities and live entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Grant a Gift Autism Foundation. Visit www.grantagiftautismfoundation.org for registration and info.
March for Babies Las Vegas
UNLV hosts this 3 mile walk on April 27th to benefit programs at the March of Dimes, which supports research, advocacy, community services and education to help babies get a healthy start. Visit www.marchofdimes.com for registration and info.
All Aboard!
Thomas the Tank Engine has long been one of the most beloved children’s characters in storybooks and television, and now your preschoolers can take the ride of their lives along with their favorite train when Thomas pulls into the station at the Nevada State Railroad Museum on April 6th – 7th and 13th – 14th for Day Out With Thomas, a fun filled event for the whole family.
Day Out With Thomas invites little engineers on a 25-minute ride behind their favorite engine, where they can meet Sir Topham Hatt, Controller of the Railway and enjoy a day of Thomas & Friends themed activities that includes arts and crafts, storytelling and much more. The museum also plans to offer fun games and activities, model train layouts and more. Proceeds from the event will help improve and add infrastructure to the museum and help maintain and restore old railroad equipment. Thomas the Tank Engine rides depart every 45 minutes, rain or shine, so gather your young ones and hop aboard for a ride they’re sure to remember for years to come! Call (866) 468-7630 or visit www.thomasandfriends.com/dowt for tickets and more information.
Chocolate Chocolate
1 oz. Bailey’s Irish Cream
½ oz. Absolut Vanilla
½ oz. Godiva white chocolate liqueur
½ oz. Kahlua
½ oz. Frangelico
½ oz. half & half
¼ oz. chocolate syrup
Cadbury Flake chocolate
Fill martini glass with ice. Top off with water and set aside to chill. Fill shaker halfway with ice. Add spirits and half & half. Shake vigorously. Empty ice water from glass. Rim glass with Cadbury Flake. Drizzle chocolate syrup into glass. Strain ingredients into glass. Shave Cadbury Flake over top.
Recipe courtesy of Rí Rá Irish Pub
Did You Know?
St. Patrick has long been a national hero in Ireland. Nearly sixty churches and cathedrals are named for him in Ireland alone, one of the most famous cathedrals being St. Patrick’s in Dublin, which bears the mark of the exact spot where St. Patrick baptized his converts.
The Must Do List
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March 14-17
47th Annual Sons of Erin St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival
Celebrate the luck of the Irish with this time honored tradition in downtown Henderson that draws thousands of visitors each year. This year’s parade theme is “The Harp and the Shamrock,” and the grand march will start on Ocean Avenue, then travel down along Water Street to Victory Road with glorious fanfare. The accompanying festival features a carnival midway, food booths, souvenir and merchandise vendors, an Irish beer garden and much more. You can also enjoy live entertainment, including Irish music and dance, swing, jazz and Broadway show tunes. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re a true “Son of Erin” or just pretending! Call 267-2171 or visit www.hendersonlive.com for more information.
March through December
Boyz II Men
One of the most iconic acts in R&B music history takes to the stage at The Mirage as Boyz II Men begin a nearly yearlong residency at the world famous hotel and casino. Having just celebrated their 20th anniversary, the band has performed some of the most renowned hits of the last two decades, winning four Grammy Awards and selling sixty million albums. Band members Nathan Morris, Wanya Morris and Shawn Stockman will be sure to entertain long time fans and new crowds alike with classics such as “End of the Road” and “Motownphilly” along with plenty of original material. For an evening full of smooth sounds and great music, Boyz II Men has got it all. Call 792-7777 or visit www.themirage.com for tickets and more information.
March 16-17
Big League Weekend
The boys of summer will be in full swing once again at Cashman Field for a great weekend of Major League Baseball. The Chicago Cubs will make their ninth straight appearance in Las Vegas for two games against the two time American League Champion Texas Rangers. Bring the whole family and join both local and out of town fans for some great sports action that has become a Las Vegas tradition. The games fall on St. Patrick’s Day weekend, so why not come celebrate at the ballpark! Call 798-7825 or visit www.milb.com for tickets and information.
April 11-14
Clark County Fair & Rodeo
It’s time to blaze a trail out to Logandale for this annual extravaganza, where you can experience the thrills of a traditional rural Nevada fair. Festivities include carnival rides, a junior livestock show, horticulture exhibits and an endless parade of arts and crafts that cover everything from ceramics to furniture to photography. Over 500 of the nation’s top rodeo athletes will compete in steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and more as they battle it out for cash prizes. You’ll also find plenty of food, drinks and live entertainment, so dust off your boots and saddle up for this Wild West adventure! Call (888) 876-FAIR or visit www.ccfair.com for more information.
April 16-21
Beauty and the Beast
The smash hit Broadway musical of Disney’s classic animated movie comes alive at The Smith Center, bringing together the creators of the original production. A magical tale of timeless romance, this story of Belle, the Beast and their undying love is sure to enchant young and old alike. Along with the whimsical antics of Cogsworth and Lumiere and the sneering villainy of Gaston, it’s truly a fable for the ages with wonderful music by original composer Alan Menken. Now’s your chance to experience the international sensation that has thrilled audiences worldwide. Call 982-7805 or visit www.thesmithcenter.com for tickets and more information.
Dog Days
There’s no doubt about it; we love our four legged friends. Between getting out to the park, exploring the canine community or even enjoying a fun and unique dog show, there are plenty of pooch themed festivities happening this season to entice animal lovers of all ages.
Wag-A-Tail Walk-A-Thon
Sponsored by the Las Vegas Valley Humane Society, this fun filled event takes place at Centennial Hills Park on March 24th and features one and two mile walks, vendors, food and games, special exhibits and giveaways, dog contests and much more. Come out and show your support for homeless, abused and abandoned animals and spend some quality time with your own furry pal. Call 257-9668 or visit www.lvvhumane.org for registration and info.
14th Annual Pet-A-Palooza
MIX 94.1 FM invites you out to the Star Nursery Fields at Sam Boyd Stadium on April 21st for an exciting day packed with live music, food and exhibits of all kinds. A staple on the Las Vegas scene for over a decade, the event helps create awareness about local animals in need while offering a relaxing and memorable day out for pet lovers of all stripes. Visit www.mix941fm.radio.com for info.
10th Annual Best in Show
The Animal Foundation’s premier fundraising event helps benefit lost, unwanted and abandoned animals. Join the fun at the Orleans Arena on April 28th for an American Kennel Club style dog show featuring more than fifty amazing contestants from The Animal Foundation shelter. All dogs will be available for adoption at the end of the show, so you can take home a new friend after enjoying all the fun! Call 384-3333 or visit www.animalfoundation.com for info.
E Bunny Gives Baskets of Hope
Beyond the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip, there are thousands of children living in temporary homes and shelters, many struggling to survive from day to day. Just one basket can make all the difference in any such child’s day, so E Bunny is asking local residents to help bring a smile to a child this Easter. All you need to do is pick up an Easter basket at any major retailer by March 25th and deliver it to the E Bunny warehouse at Nevada Foreign Trade Zone, located at 6650 Spencer Street, Suite 110. Basket giveaways will take place a few days later on March 29th.
Over the last 23 years, E Bunny has delivered thousands of baskets with help from Las Vegas Rescue Mission, Safe House, Family Promise and many more. In 2012 alone, 2,800 children received baskets. Now you can take part to help spread a message of hope and joy to disadvantaged children throughout Las Vegas and show that we are a community that cares. For more information on what you can do to help, call 498-9808 or email ebunnylv@gmail.com.
Arts in the Park
For almost 30 years, the Boulder City Fine Arts Festival has been gathering artists in all media together for an amazing display of creativity and self expression, and you can experience the wonder and artistry for yourself on April 20th – 21st at Bicentennial Park in Boulder City. This two day show brings artists from across the southwest together for a dynamic festival that is sure to engage and enchant the senses. Browse the park at your leisure, taking in work from hundreds of artists and craftsmen that include painting, glasswork, handcrafted jewelry and much more.
When the festival began in 1985 as the Clark County Artists’ Show, there were few such showcases for artists in the community. Since then, things have grown exponentially, with over 130 artists and over 15,000 people in attendance last year. The event also serves as a fundraiser for the Boulder City Art Guild, a nonprofit that uses proceeds from the show to fund scholarships for art students. Come out to support a good cause, enjoy the great weather and uncover some hidden treasures! Call 293-2138 or visit www.bcfineartsfestival.com for more information.
