Wet’n’Wild Las Vegas Introduces Free Admission Days for Seniors and Veterans
Wet’n’Wild Las Vegas today announced that two separate promotions slated for August and September will celebrate seniors and veterans.
The park’s Senior Citizen Days will run Aug. 21-23, when senior citizens ages 65+ will be able to gain entry into the park for free. Complimentary tickets will be available at the ticket windows, only on the event dates.
On Sept.12 and 13, the Salute To Our Heroes promotion serves as a small token of appreciation for all those who serve and keep us safe, with free general admission to active members of the U.S. military, veterans and first responders, including active-duty police, sheriff, highway patrol, firefighters, EMT and paramedics. To receive a complimentary ticket, guests must show a valid ID or badge. Heroes may also purchase up to six discounted admission tickets for family members at $19.99 per person.
“It’s a unique opportunity to be able to give back to those who have worked to serve their communities and their families,” said Takuya Ohki, general manager of Wet‘n’Wild Las Vegas. “We are entrenched in this community, and we want to recognize our local heroes whenever possible.”
Wet‘n’Wild Las Vegas is located at 7055 S. Fort Apache Road near I-215 and Sunset Road. For information about season passes, group sales or sponsorships, call 702-979-1600 or visit www.wetnwildlasvegas.com.
RESIDENTS SNAP SELFIES AT HENDERSON TRAILS FOR A CHANCE TO WIN PRIZES
Enter Bike It or Hike It contest by sharing photos on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram
Residents can win prizes by simply snapping a selfie, on bike or by foot, at one of many Henderson trails during the months of April and May as part of Bike It or Hike It. There is no cost to participate.
Kicking off Monday, April 6, participants have until Friday, May 29 to take a selfie in front of any Henderson trail signage, including trailheads, kiosks and interpretive signs. Participants must like or follow the City of Henderson on Facebook, Twitteror Instagram, and post or tweet selfies on Instagram, Twitter, and the City of Henderson’s Facebook page using #bikeitorhikeit to be eligible.
Participants are encouraged to explore more than one trail or all 184+ miles of trails in Henderson. Multiple entries may be submitted; however, each selfie must contain a unique image.
Winners will be chosen at random. The grand prize is a hybrid bicycle valued up to $400. Bonus prizes include five $50 and five $25 VISA gift cards, five $25 movie gift cards, and five $25 City of Henderson FunCards.
A list of rules and a comprehensive trail map is available online. For more information on Bike It or Hike It or any other city-sponsored bicycling events or programs, visit BikeHenderson.org. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Hard Rock Cafe Announces Instrument Drive and Fundraiser to Support Music Programs Throughout Clark County During the Month of March
This March, in honor of Music in our Schools Month, Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas teams up with Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS of Nevada) to host a month-long instrument drive and fundraiser in support of local students and music programs across the valley.
Throughout the month, both Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas locations will encourage locals to stop by to donate a new or gently used instrument to help kids throughout the valley discover the power of music. As a thank you, all participating Hard Rock patrons who bring in items for donation will receive 20 percent off their total check that day.
Both Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas locations will also be raising money to eliminate educational barriers that students face at school. Guests will have the ability to “Round Up for Charity” with the option to add a donation to their checks, all of which will benefit CIS of Nevada. In addition, many of the bands performing at Hard Rock Live throughout March will also get in the action by providing an autographed guitar to be auctioned off at each of their individual shows.
“It’s proven that music has a deep and lasting impact on a child’s success both in and out of school,” said Darcy Byers General Manager of Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas on Paradise, “and with Hard Rock being a company that is so deeply connected by our love of music, we wanted to give back and share that passion with kids throughout the local community.”
What: Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas Hosts Month-Long Instrument Drive and Fundraiser to Benefit Communities In Schools of Nevada
When: Throughout the month of March
Where: Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas
4475 Paradise Rd
Las Vegas, NV
Hard Rock Cafe Las Vegas
3771 Las Vegas Boulevard South Suite 120
Las Vegas, NV
(702) 733-7625
For more information, visit www.hardrock.com/las-vegas.
Take the Meatball Challenge with Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas Resorts
How many meatballs can you eat in a day? Celebrate Meatball Day with Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas Resorts on March 9th, and challenge yourself to try an array of meatballs from a variety of restaurants in one day. From Caesars Palace to The Cromwell to Paris Las Vegas, there will be no shortage of meatballs for guests to enjoy.
Five exciting options to kickstart your Meatball Challenge include:
The recently opened Di Fara Pizza, located in the Forum Food Court at Caesars Palace, will aid guests in their Meatball Day celebrations with Gram’s Meatball, served alone or in a sandwich. Indulge in the secret DeMarco family recipe, a mixture of pork, veal and beef crispy on the outside and tender throughout.
Looking for a twist on the traditional beef or pork meatball? Head to The Cromwell to try one of GIADA’s signature Chicken Marsala Meatballs made with Marsala wine, fresh crimini mushrooms and pecorino cheese. You won’t want to share this popular antipasti dish with anyone.
Treat yourself to lunch at highly-acclaimed Bacchanal Buffet at Caesars Palace where the meatball options abound. From mini meatballs to meatball sliders, Bacchanal is the perfect place to continue your Meatball Day celebrations.
Since 1896, four generations of the Rao’s family have proudly served simple, authentic and utterly unforgettable Southern Italian cuisine. The Las Vegas location at Caesars Palace makes no exception, and the meatballs remain legendary. Served in pairs, the meatballs, either alone or accompanied by one of the many pasta dishes, taste as if Aunt Anna were still rolling them each morning. Made with veal, pork and beef, the secret to these meatballs lies in the homemade breadcrumbs and lukewarm water.
Once hailed “the best meatball in the world,” you won’t want to miss out on Steve Martorano’s famous Martorano Meatball & salad at Martorano’s, with locations at both the Paris Las Vegas and Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino. Served with a heaping scoop of ricotta cheese, this juicy meatball will not disappoint. Finish off Meatball Day by dancing the night away those calories at Martorano’s Supper Club after dinner.
For more information and high resolution images, visit: blog.caesars.com.
Cowabunga Bay Water Park, opening March 28, is Now Hiring Seasonal Employees
Cowabunga Bay Water Park is now hiring over 320 positions to join its team as the park gears up for its second season of family entertainment. The water park, opening March 28, features 23-action packed acres with over 20 family water slides and attractions. Nevada’s newest family attraction includes the largest lazy river in Nevada, nine water slides, four surf and swim pools, and an interactive kids play area with 10 pint-sized slides and tipping buckets. Cowabunga Bay strives to enhance the guest experience and is debuting two new thrilling four-person raft rides, as well as new gourmet food items to complement its refreshing park favorite, Pineapple Dole Whip.
For those seeking seasonal summertime employment, Cowabunga Bay offers a variety of positions including lifeguards, ride attendants, guest services, cashiers, food service and more. General requirements include excellent people skills, reliability, flexible availability and a minimum age of 16 by March 1, 2015. Each employee will be granted a set schedule and extended personalized training, including lifeguard accreditation, as the water park certifies all lifeguards.
All interested applicants should log onto the employment section of Cowabunga Bay Website www.cowabungabay.com/lasvegas/ to download an employment application. Completed applications will be accepted in person between 1p.m. and 5p.m. Mondays – Fridays until March 6, 2015.
For more information on hours, operating dates, and additional information, please visit www.cowabungabay.com/LasVegas or follow Cowabunga Bay water park on Facebook.
Taste of Home Cooking School Brings the Taste of Spring to Las Vegas
The perfect recipe for creating new memories with loved ones includes good friends, good conversation and, of course, great food. As home cooks across the country head back to the kitchen to cook up spring’s flavorful dishes, the Taste of Home Cooking School is preparing to share seasonal recipes that are certain to delight.
A Taste of Home’s Culinary Specialist Eric Villegas will be at Veil Pavilion on Tuesday, March 10 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. to share home cooking tips and tricks while demonstrating step-by-step recipes for the season’s best dishes. This season’s event is brought to Las Vegas by Silverton Casino Hotel.
The Taste of Home Cooking School is America’s leading cooking school program, inspiring more than 135,000 passionate home chefs at 200+ events nationwide. Attendees experience exciting recipe demonstrations using ingredients that are easily found at the local grocery store and best of all, the dishes are submitted by home cooks from across the country.
“From experienced home chefs to beginners learning their way around the kitchen, the Taste of Home Cooking School offers something for everyone – putting a fresh spin on old favorites and adding new and delicious recipes to your seasonal repertoire,” said Eric Villegas, Taste of Home Culinary Specialist.
Attendees will receive a gift bag including the Taste of Home Cooking School magazine. This magazine includes recipes featured during the program, along with many more, as well as coupons and other goodies from participating national food companies. Some attendees will go home with an exciting door prize or one of the tasty recipes created onstage that night.
Tickets are starting at $15 for general admission and $40 for VIP with complimentary signed cookbook.
To purchase tickets visit the Silverton Box Office, by calling 702-263-7777, or online at www.silvertoncasino.com. For more information, visit www.TasteofHome.com/Cooking-Schools.
CITY OF HENDERSON SEEKING FINE ARTISTS AND CRAFTERS FOR ANNUAL MOTHER’S DAY ART SHOW
The City of Henderson is calling all fine artists and crafters to participate in Art Festival of Henderson. The event, which has been a Mother’s Day tradition for years, will be held Saturday, May 9 and Sunday, May 10 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 Water St., in the Water Street District.
The art show is open to artisans specializing in a variety of mediums. Artists must submit an application by Monday, March 16, along with photos of their artwork, to be considered. Submissions will be reviewed by a jury of industry professionals, with notifications being sent to participants by Wednesday, March 25.
With Art Festival of Henderson transforming blocks of the city’s historic quarter into a temporary arts district, thousands from near and far will travel to Henderson to enjoy a weekend dedicated to the visual, performing, interactive and fine arts. Dozens of booths will line Water Street, with artwork, from mixed media to ceramics available for purchase. The Henderson Events Plaza will feature a chalk art competition, entertainment, and a children’s Imagination Station, complete with art projects for the little Picassos.
For more information on Art Festival of Henderson, visit cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-2171. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
The Animal Foundation offering $XLIX ($49) adoption fees in honor of Super Bowl XLIX
The Animal Foundation, Nevada’s largest open admission animal shelter, announced today that is will celebrate Super Bowl XLIX by reducing adoption fees for all dogs 1 year and older to just $49Friday, January 30 through Sunday, February 1. More than 100 dogs currently qualify for the Super Bowl XLIX adoption special.
“Whether you’re a Seahawks fan or a Patriots fan, we’re sure everyone can agree that our shelter dogs are amazing, and deserving of wonderful homes,” said Meghan Scheibe, marketing and public relations manager for The Animal Foundation. “Adopting a homeless dog in need while taking advantage of deeply discounted adoption fees will definitely make your family feel like the big winners this weekend.”
The Super Bowl XLIX adoption special is valid January 30 – February 1at The Animal Foundation’s two adoption centers: The Animal Foundation’s Campus Adoption Center PetSmart Charities Everyday Adoption Center 655 N. Mojave Road, Las Vegas 286 W. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson Open Daily, 11am–7pm Open Daily, 9am–8pm (closing 7pm on Sundays) Discounted adoption fees include spay/neuter surgery, microchip, up to date vaccines, and more. An additional $10 city license fee may apply. Potential adopters must complete an adoption counseling process.
For more information or to view adoptable animals online, visit animalfoundation.com or call (702) 3843333 x131.
Hop on Board Mac King’s Magical Literacy Tour in Conjunction with Nevada Reading Week 2015
Harrah’s Headliner and Comedy-Magician Mac King invites the public to jump on board this February as he embarks on Mac King’s Magical Literacy Tour: Nevada Reading Week 2015. Throughout the month of February, King is partnering with the YMCA of Southern Nevada, The Toy Box and Splash Studios LLC to collect books for elementary school children in local at-risk schools. Donate three or more new or gently used children’s books at any of the locations below to receive a pair of tickets to The Mac King Comedy Magic Show and special offers from the host venue. King will personally deliver the books to kids in at-risk schools on March 2 – March 6, during Nevada Reading Week 2015.
Book Drop Locations:
YMCA of Southern Nevada Book Drive (www.lasvegasymca.org)
· Heinrich YMCA
4141 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89107
· Durango Hills YMCA
3521 N. Durango Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89129
· Centennial Hills YMCA
6601 N. Buffalo, Las Vegas, NV 89131
· SkyView YMCA
3050 E. Centennial Pkwy, North Las Vegas, NV 89081
***Donate three or more new or gently used children’s books during the month of February at any of the four Y locations to receive:
· A pair of tickets to the Mac King Comedy Magic Show
· One-week Y Family Pass to all the facilities including children and adult exercise classes, indoor pools, exercise/weight equipment and rock wall (Limit one per person)
The Toy Box Book Drive (www.ToyBoxLasVegas.com/)
The Toy Box
Downtown Summerlin
1980 Festival Plaza Dr #175, Las Vegas, NV 89135
***Donate three or more new or gently used children’s books during the month of February at this location to receive:
· A pair of tickets to the Mac King Comedy Magic Show
· 15% off any one regularly priced item at The Toy Box (Limit one per person)
Splash Studios, LLC Book Drive (www.Facebook.com/SplashLasVegas)
Splash Studios, LLC
9700 W. Tropicana Ave, Suite 105, Las Vegas, NV, 89147
***Donate three or more new or gently used children’s books during the month of February at this location to receive:
· A pair of tickets to the Mac King Comedy Magic Show
· 20% off any purchase at Splash Studios, LLC (Limit one per person)
Preferred Public Relations, LLC Book Drive (http://www.preferredpublicrelations.com)
Preferred Public Relations, LLC
2630 S. Jones Blvd, Suite 1, Las Vegas, NV, 89146
***Donate three or more new or gently used children’s books at this location to receive:
· A pair of tickets to the Mac King Comedy Magic Show
Fiesta Rancho SoBe Ice Arena offers free ice skating lessons to commemorate National Ice Skating Month Games, demonstrations and more as well as complimentary Las Vegas Academy of Skating signups offered
In honor of January’s National Skating Month, the team at Fiesta Rancho SoBe Ice Arena is encouraging guests of all ages to get on the ice with free skate rentals and group lessons for skaters of all ability levels on Wednesday, January 28. Guests ages 3 and older are encouraged to participate, and games and prizes will add to the fun.
Coaches from the Las Vegas Academy of Skating will be on hand and offering skating tips, followed by group lessons according to age and level of skating. Following, both local figure skaters and hockey players will put on a brief exhibition before opening the ice rink back up for fun Olympic-style games.
**Fiesta Rancho will also be taking signups for guests to schedule a complimentary lesson with a professional coach from Las Vegas Academy of Skating**
COST:
FREE – admission, skate rental and lessons all included
WHEN:
Wednesday, January 28
3:30-5:30 p.m.
3:30-4:30 p.m. – Free skate and group lessons provided by Las Vegas Academy of Skating coaches
4:35-4:55 p.m. – Exhibitions from Las Vegas Figure Skating Club and Jr. Wranglers Hockey
5:00-5:30 p.m. – Everyone back on the ice for “Olympic Games”
WHERE:
Fiesta Rancho SoBe Ice Arena
2400 N. Rancho Drive
North Las Vegas, NV 89130
