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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.
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.
Team Hope Walk
Help raise awareness for victims of Huntington’s disease with this 1 mile walk around the Symphony Park area downtown on May 18th, along with entertainment, prizes and more. Call (949) 542-3907 or email ncarpenter@hdsa.org for info.
9th Annual Runnin’ for the House
The Ronald McDonald House presents its annual 5K run and 1 mile fun walk on May 18th, where you can also enjoy a pancake breakfast, fun activities and more. Call 252-4663 or visit www.rmhlv.com for registration and info.
Fight Fire With Fire
A career as a firefighter is one of the most noble professions any young adult can aspire to. It gives them a chance to not only save lives but also to become an important part of the community. Thanks to a valuable new program, local youth with a desire to become a part of that honored line of work have a new chance to learn and experience what the job entails.
The Bonanza High School Fire Science Academy (FSA) is currently accepting applications for the coming year. As the only high school career and technical education fire science program in Nevada and one of the few high school fire science programs in the country, the FSA seeks to familiarize students with emergency procedures, fire protection, fire prevention techniques, fire apparatus and equipment and much more through a fire station internship, along with classes and demonstrations at CSN. It’s a wonderful opportunity for local high school students to explore an exciting and rewarding new career path that can help benefit the Las Vegas community. Contact Mr. Chris Batterman, FSA Instructor, at cbatterman@interact.ccsd.net for more information.
Maple Blackberry Sour
1 ½ oz. Crown Royal Maple
1 ½ oz. sweet and sour mix
3 muddled blackberries
Float of St-Germain Elderflower liqueur
In a cocktail shaker, muddle blackberries. Add Crown and sweet and sour. Shake and strain into ice filled rocks glass. Float St-Germain. Garnish with blackberry and fresh lemon wedge.
Recipe courtesy of Silverton Casino Hotel
Did You Know?
From the earliest days of civilization, the egg has been considered a symbol of both life and rebirth. The custom of gifting eggs in celebration is not merely connected with the traditional Easter holiday and can be traced back to the Egyptians, Persians, Gauls and Greeks.
The Must Do List
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April 6-7 & 13-14
Day Out With Thomas
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 at the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Day Out With Thomas invites little engineers on a 25-minute ride behind their favorite engine with themed activities that include arts and crafts, storytelling and much more. Proceeds from the event will help improve and add infrastructure to the museum and help maintain and restore old railroad equipment. Rides depart every 45 minutes, so gather your young ones and hop aboard for a day they’re sure to remember! Call (866) 468-7630 or visit www.thomasandfriends.com/dowt for tickets and more information.
May 11-12
Art Festival of Henderson
When Mother’s Day rolls around, there’s no better way to spend the day with mom than at the annual Art Festival of Henderson. Located in the Water Street District of downtown Henderson, this Southern Nevada tradition brings together talented artists from all over the country, including painters, potters, glass blowers, jewelers, sculptors and more, not to mention a unique chalk art competition. More than 40,000 visitors are expected, so the atmosphere is sure to be electric. Fabulous culinary fare will be available as well, so be sure to bring your appetite. And don’t forget the little ones, who are sure to love the Imagination Station Kid’s Area filled with fun activities for all ages. Call 267-2171 or visit www.hendersonlive.com for more information.
April 4-7
12th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational
Tee up for one of celebrity golf’s most popular events, which has attracted such A-list stars as Charles Barkley, Mark Wahlberg and Samuel L. Jackson. Held at the world renowned Shadow Creek, the four day event features big time parties, incredible entertainment and an all-star showcase on the links. Founded in 2001, the event has helped to raise more than $6 million for charity, with 2013 beneficiaries including Make-A-Wish, The James R. Jordan Foundation and Opportunity Village. Whether you want to see some star-studded golf or just help support a good cause, it’s sure to be an exciting day. Visit www.mjcigolf.com for tickets and more 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.
May 18
Ohana Festival
Aloha! The spirit of the islands comes alive at this inaugural family event held at the Springs Preserve, which celebrates the diverse Hawaiian and Pacific Islander cultures. There’s something for everyone with a variety of fun and educational hands-on activities, along with hula and ukulele performances, lei making, storytelling, games, food and much more. Festivities will culminate with a concert by the Kalama Brothers, whose music celebrates their Hawaiian roots. It’s the closest you’ll get to the magic and wonder of the South Pacific without hopping a flight to Honolulu. Call 822-7700 or visit www.springspreserve.org for tickets and more information.
Henderson Pavilion Events
When you’re looking for something fun and culturally exciting to do in Henderson, there’s no better place to check out than the giant white tent on Green Valley Parkway. The next couple of months are bringing a full roster of great events to the Henderson Pavilion for your enjoyment.
“Charlotte’s Web”
E.B. White’s classic tale of Wilbur the pig, a clever spider named Charlotte and all their animal friends comes to life on stage with the Las Vegas Shakespeare Company in this musical adaptation that runs April 19th – 21st and 26th – 28th. With strong themes of loyalty, trust and sacrifice, and a full dose of family friendly humor, this is sure to be a performance everyone young and old will treasure. Call 267-4849 or visit www.hendersonlive.com for tickets and info.
Henderson Symphony Orchestra
The stirring sounds of great classic music come to life once more with this live performance by Henderson’s very own hometown orchestra on May 3rd. This event will serve as the orchestra’s “Season Finale” concert, with works featuring J. Canteloube’s “Chants d’Auvergne” with soprano Cecelia Lopez and Mahler’s Symphony #4. For pure artistry and inspiration, it’s just what the conductor ordered. Call 267-2171 or visit www.hendersonlive.com for tickets and info.
Straight from the Bayou Crawfish Festival
If you can’t make it down to NOLA anytime soon, you can still experience the tastes and sounds of Louisiana and the French Quarter at this food and music festival on May 25th. Good grub and beverages will be in plentiful supply, along with cooking demonstrations by world famous chefs, live Cajun and Zydeco music, signature cocktails from Bourbon Street bartenders and much more in the soulful spirit of The Big Easy. Visit www.hendersonlive.com for tickets and info.
Thinking Outside the Box
The epidemic of homelessness is one of the most tragic realities of life in our city, or any city for that matter. If there’s not much we can do for those who are less fortunate, we can at least show them that somebody out there cares about what they’re going through. That’s the purpose behind Cardboard City, an event sponsored by Family Promise of Las Vegas, a nonprofit organization committed to helping low income families achieve lasting independence in the face of adversity.
Held at St. Thomas More Catholic Community on April 20th, the event is designed to boost public awareness of homelessness by having participants sleep overnight in a cardboard box to help them better connect with the struggles faced by the homeless population every day. Those who don’t wish to participate directly can still sponsor a participant or become an event sponsor, so there’s a way for everyone to give something back. By learning to sympathize with the plight of our destitute neighbors, we gain a better perspective on how to affect change that can bring hope to the hopeless. Call 638-8806 or visit www.familypromiselv.com for more information.
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.
