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health and resource fair at each of six city of Las Vegas ReInvent Schools Las Vegas Safe Summer Nights events.When: Thursday, April 5, 4-6 p.m.Hollingsworth Elementary School, 1776 E. Ogden Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101Thursday, April 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.Wendell P. Williams Elementary School, 1030 N. J St., Las Vegas, NV 89106Thursday, April 19, 5-7 p.m.

Red Rock Elementary School, 408 Upland Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107Thursday, April 26, 5:30-7:30 p.m.J.T. McWilliams Elementary School, 1315 Hiawatha Road, Las Vegas, NV 89108Thursday, May 10, 5:30 -7:30 p.m.Matt Kelly Elementary School, 1900 N. J St., Las Vegas, NV 89106Thursday, May 17, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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2 ParentsGuide of Las Vegas April 2018

6 City of Las Vegas 2018 Summer Camp and Pool Programs

8 Creating a Welcoming Theater Experience for All

10 Immunization. Power to Protect.

12 Kid’s Summer Camps

15 Daycare and Preschools

16 Pirate Fest Invades Craig Ranch!

18 Family Events Calendar

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Parks & Recreation CampsKeep the kids active during summer

vacation with summer day camps offered at six city of Las Vegas community cen-ters. Save the date to reserve your spot at summer day camp, for swim lessons, for pool sports teams – even American Red Cross babysitter training! Online registra-tion at www.lasvegasparksandrec.com for summer activities starts April 3 at 9 a.m. Click on “Summer Camps” or “Aquatics.” Walk-in registration at the community centers below will start April 5 at 9 a.m. Registration will continue until camps are full; some camps fill on the first day. Day camp hours will be 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., except at Stupak Community Center (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and Junior Lifeguard Camp (7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Pavilion Center Pool).

Most locations will offer camp Monday-Friday starting May 29, excluding holidays. Camps end Aug. 10; Clark County School District classes resume Aug. 13, 2018. Teen Adventure Camp days may vary by loca-tion. Prices vary by location and age group. A one-time, non-refundable $20 transpor-tation fee will be charged for each Kids Camp and Adaptive Recreation Camp par-ticipant.· Adaptive Recreation Summer Camp, 250

N. Eastern Ave., 702-229-4903; ages 7-22 with disabilities; $100/week per child.

· Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, 702-229-1607; ages 6-15; $115/week ages 5-11; $150/week ages 12-15 for Tue-Thu Teen Adventure Camp.

· Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., 702-229-6374; ages 6-15; $75/week.

· East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., 702-229-1515; ages 6-15; $75/week/child.

· Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., 702-229-6359; ages 4-15; $200/week ages 12-15; $80/week ages 4-5, 8 a.m.-noon or noon-4 p.m.; $150-$200/week ages 6-11.

· Stupak Community Center, 251 W. Boston Ave., 702-229-2488; ages 6-15; $40/week; hours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stupak loca-tion only.

· Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, 702-229-1100; ages 6-15; $150/week ages 6-11, $200/week teens.

There will be specialized camp activi-ties each week focusing on sports, science, art, dance and more. The types of summer camps include Tot Camp (4-and 5-year-olds), Kids Camp (ages 6-11 and have completed kindergarten), Teen Adven-ture Camp (ages 12-15) and a Counselor-in-Training program (ages 15+). Mirabelli and Veterans Memorial will offer specialty themed-week camps. See the Mirabelli and Veterans Memorial camp lists. The popular Teen Adventure Camp is offered at all com-munity centers, and will feature bus trips to fascinating spots all over Southern Nevada. Call centers for details. Go online and click on “Camps” for more details and registra-tion. For more information, call 702-229-PLAY (7529). Camps and most activities require advance registration.Cultural Arts Camps

Rainbow Company Youth Theatre will offer summer conservatories June 4-15 for ages 8-11 and June 18-29 for ages 12-16. Registration is open until full. The cost is $225 per student per conservatory, held at the Charleston Heights Arts Center at 800 S. Brush St. Register online at artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-ARTS (2787) for more information.

Children’s Drama Conservatory is designed for students ages 8-11, and meets for two weeks, June 4-15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. This camp is an intense, sustained theatre expe-rience that challenges students with age-appropriate acting exercises. The experi-ence culminates in a performance in the Jeanne Roberts Theatre for the Performing Arts at the Charleston Heights Arts Center Friday, June 15, at 7 p.m.

Teen Theatre Conservatory is designed for students ages 12-16 and meets for two weeks, June 18-29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Students have the option of choosing the Acting Track or the Design and Technical Track. Each component of this conservatory focuses on the specific skill-sets required for each field. The conservatory culmi-nates in a performance in the Jeanne Rob-erts Theatre for the Performing Arts at the Charleston Heights Arts Center Friday, June 29, at 7 p.m.

The Acting Track is an intense, sustained theatre experience, where students are challenged with sophisticated acting exer-

cises and material. This track focuses on building a foundation that is applicable to all further study in character work for live stage productions.

The Design and Technical Track is an intense, sustained theatre experience, where students are provided with the opportunity to learn basic costume and/or set design elements of a theatre production. This track dovetails with production proj-ects and students will create the technical elements and be responsible for running the technical aspects for the performance.

West Las Vegas Arts Center will offer the Performing & Visual Arts Camp June 11-Aug. 4, 7 a.m.-5 p.m., for ages 10-15. This intense camp provides community youth with opportunities for civil engagement and social justice projects through the disciplines of arts education. The talented young artists participating in this camp commit themselves to the philosophy, “Excellence without Excuse,” while devel-oping an appreciation for music, dance, theatre and the spoken word.

The camp has been presented in coop-eration with the Las Vegas Clark-County Library District and the West Las Vegas Library for 22 years. Registration is open until full. The cost is $400 per student; camp is held at the center at 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Students must commit to attend the full eight-week program and be available for multiple performances of the final musical production Aug. 4. There is a daily dress code requirement. Register in person or call 702-229-ARTS (2787).

Charleston Heights Arts Center will offer Youth Contemporary Dance Camp July 9-20, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., for ages 12-18. Reg-istration is open until full and cost varies by attendance option. Camp will be held at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St.

Participants of this camp will experience quality, professional instruction in con-temporary dance, technique, composition, choreography and performance. Partici-pants will experience valuable enrichment as they progress at their own individual pace, from beginning to advanced. Each day will include four intense hours of dance training.

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The Smith Center launches its first sensory friendly performances for audiences with sensory deficits

Being on the autism spectrum, Michael Martin takes special care when seeing a live show.

This can include bringing earplugs or sunglasses, if a performance involves strobe lights and abrasive sounds. These can impact his sensory deficits, affecting how his brain receives and responds to information through his senses.

But this hasn’t prevented Michael from developing a passion for the arts, including watching live theater.

“Michael enjoys the performing arts,” says Desirae Wingerter, program services and support manager with Grant a Gift Autism Foundation. “A lot of individuals on the spectrum have deficits in language and communication. This doesn't mean they don't want to express themselves, however, or engage in social environments.”

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, Southern Nevada’s leading perform-ing arts center, advocates for making live productions accessible to all.

That includes individuals on the autism spectrum, like Michael.

That’s why for the first time ever, The Smith Center will present sensory friendly

productions this year.These are presentations of live theater

shows that provide special accommoda-tions for audiences on the autism spectrum and with other sensory deficits.

This important step for The Smith Center even includes presenting a sensory friendly performance of a highly anticipated show in its Broadway Las Vegas Series, Tony win-ning musical “The Lion King.”

“Everyone deserves to experience the joy and magic of live theater, including Broad-way productions,” says Candy Schneider, vice president of Education and Outreach. “The Smith Center considers it a high pri-ority to open up the performing arts for everyone, in an environment that is safe and welcoming.”

Creating a Comfortable EnvironmentSensory friendly performances involve

a number of unique elements, Schneider says.

These include lowering sound and light levels, organizing designated quiet areas for guests who need breaks during the show, and providing specially trained staff.

Melanie Jupp, Education and Outreach program manager at The Smith Center, is leading efforts to coordinate community organizations on these many factors.

“I’m consulting with autism organiza-

tions across Southern Nevada on the best approach to sensory friendly shows,” Jupp says. “We are taking into account every detail to provide the best guest experience for all.”

From Shh to a Lion’s RoarFamilies can look forward to The Smith

Center’s first show to include a sensory friendly performance, the family produc-tion “Shh, We Have a Plan” on April 21.

A completely nonverbal show featur-ing magic, music and puppetry, this pro-duction by acclaimed theater company Cahoots NI from Northern Ireland is spe-cially designed for young audiences.

It has often been performed for families seeking sensory friendly experiences.

“Audience members with sensory deficits can enjoy this with their entire families,” Schneider says.

Schneider expects many families to make memories together at the sensory friendly performance of “The Lion King” this November.

“I can’t think of a more thrilling show that people of all ages will truly enjoy,” Schnei-der says. “It makes a memorable start to what I hope will become more opportu-nities to offer sensory friendly shows of highly acclaimed productions, when they are available.”

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National Infant Immunization Week is April21-28, 2018By Dr. Joe Iser, Chief Health Officer, Southern Nevada Health District

Each year, the Southern Nevada Health District joins with its local, state, and federal partners to

highlight the importance of protecting infants and children from vaccine-pre-ventable diseases and to celebrate the achievements immunization programs have made in promoting healthier com-munities. Since 1994, National Infant Immunization Week has been a time to celebrate the critical role vaccination has played in protecting our children, families, and communities.

As parents, you want to do what is best for your children. You research the best car seats, baby gates, and the most up-to-date health information. These are measures that are important for protecting your chil-dren. However, ensuring your children’s vaccinations are up-to-date is one of the best ways to protect them and keep them healthy. Here are five important reasons to vaccinate your children:

1. Immunizations can save your child’s life. Some vaccine-preventable diseases that once caused serious long-term health issues or killed thousands of children are no longer common in the United States – primarily due to safe and effective vac-cines. Polio is one example of the positive impact that vaccines have had in our coun-try. Polio was once one of the most feared

diseases, causing death and paralysis across the country, but thanks to vaccination the U.S. has been polio-free since 1979. Inter-national vaccination efforts have helped eradicate wild poliovirus from all but a few areas of the world today.

2. Vaccination is very safe and effective. All vaccines that are given to children are carefully reviewed by scientists, doctors, and health care professionals. Serious side effects following vaccination, such as severe allergic reactions, are very rare. The disease-prevention benefits of getting vac-cinated are much greater than the possible side effects for almost all children.

3. Immunizations protect others you care about. Vaccine-preventable diseases still exist and circulate in the United States, and we are experiencing a resurgence of some viruses such as measles and whoop-ing cough (pertussis). When babies are too young to be vaccinated, or children cannot be vaccinated because of certain medical conditions, they are protected when those around them are appropriately vaccinated against these diseases. We call this “herd immunity.” To protect those most at-risk, it is important that you and your children who are able to get vaccinated are fully immunized.

4. Immunizations can save you time and money. If a child becomes ill with a vaccine-preventable disease, he or she can be excluded from school or day care until there is no longer a risk for infecting others. More importantly, some vaccine

preventable diseases can result in pro-longed disabilities that lead to lost time at work, medical bills, or long-term disabil-ity care. Getting vaccinated is a long-term investment in the health of your children, your family, and your community.

5. Immunization protects the future. Vaccines have reduced diseases and in some cases eliminated diseases that killed or severely disabled people. Today, children in the United States are vaccinated against rubella (German measles), dramatically reducing the risk that pregnant women will acquire the virus. Birth defects associ-ated with this virus are now seen in only rare cases in this country when a pregnant woman who was never vaccinated against rubella is exposed to someone who con-tracted it in another country.

This is not an exhaustive list of the rea-sons why you should protect your children by making sure they are appropriately immunized. We are making it an easy and fun occasion for the whole family by join-ing with our partners to once again host this year’s Baby Bash Immunizations and Health Fair. The event is Friday, April 27 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., at our main loca-tion at 280 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107. Admission to the event is free. There will be family resources, free or low-cost immunizations for eligible infants, toys, clothes, and raffle prizes for families in attendance. For more information go to the Health District website at www.SNHD.info/niiw.

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town! Each clinic consists of 5 half-hour swim lessons.When: Clinic #1- May 29th-June 1stClinic #2- June 4th-June 8thClinic #3- June 11th-June 15thClinic #4- June 18th-June 22ndClinic #5- June 25th-June 29thClinic #6- July 2nd-July 6thClinic #7- July 9th-July 13thClinic #8- July 16th- July 20thClinic #9- July 23rd-July 27thClinic #10-July 30th-August 3rdClinic #11- August 6th-August 10thCost: $80 per clinic (total of 5 classes)Where: All Star Swim AcademyPhone: 702-565-3824

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Merryhill Schools Camp Zone® Turn summer into a time of discovering, making new friends and learning new skills. It all starts with our outstanding counselors, whose talent, creativity and leadership set the tone for a great experience. Camp Zone counselors and specialists are doing what they enjoy most: inspiring campers to explore, and reach for new heights. When: Ongoing Sessions Where: Seven Southern Nevada locationsAges: 4 to 14

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iD Tech Camps At iD Tech Camps, students ages 7-17 code apps, design video games, mod with Minecraft, engineer robots, build websites, produce movies, and more. When: June - AugustWhere: Held at UNLV, Alexander Dawson School, ASU, UCLA, Stanford, and 80+ universities in 28 states. Cost: Please check website. Ages: 7-17

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Create and BounceOur camps give kids a chance to enjoy physical activity and creative time in equal doses, promoting healthy bodies and healthy minds in a fun, safe environment!When: June 6th-August 26th Enjoy a different theme each week of the summer.9:00 am –3:00 pmAges: 3-12Where: BounceU of Henderson, 1000 Stephanie Place, Henderson , NV 89014Cost: $150.00/week (save $50 using code LV14), $35.00/one day

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Camp FoxtailThe Coolest Place in Nevada is a resident camp where girls in grades 3-12 will unplug and discover how to break boundaries with themselves, gaining responsibility,

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Fern AdairActivities include gymnastics, dance, acting, singing, karate, crafts, ethnic dance, and is highlighted with “Crazy Colors Day”, “Hawaiian Day”, “Backwards Day”... and so on! Each three week session ends with a performance to the cheers of families! When: Mon – Friday, 9am to 3pm – Call for exact datesAges: boys & girls, grades 1-6

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SUMMER MUSICAL THEATER CAMP’s” are now online and available for registration. Children get a small sample of HKA’s amazing Triple Threat Programs in these five day summer workshops. Each child will develop their talents as Triple Threat Performers in Singing, Dancing and ActingWhere: HKA South Campus, 10870 South Eastern, #101, Henderson, NV 89052 HKA West Campus, 4161 N. Rancho #140Las Vegas, NV 89130Ages: 6-17 years old

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LVPAI – Performing Arts Camp 2017Welcome to our event of the Year! Act, Sing, Dance, Drum and Musical Theatre with more than 30 performers from all your favorite shows! Including Blue Man Group, Britney Spears, Jersey Boys, O, Love, So You Think You Can Dance, Mystere, Michael Jackson ONE and more! Students participate in 4 workshops per day, followed by a Q&A with each performer, autographs and photos. Students may register for multiple weeks. New special guests every day! Dream BIG. Learn from the BEST.Ages: 10-14When: June 19 – 23, June 26 - 30, July 24 – 28Where: Art Square Theatre1025 First Street, suite #110 Las Vegas, NV 89104

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Special NeedsBrain Solutions Inc offers individualized, scientifically designed programs to help with learning issues, ADHD, anxiety, ASD, processing disorders, sensory integration, Tourette’s, coordination issues and more. We are the only certified provider in Nevada that offers the Tomatis® Method, and we also offer Social Thinking classes, educational consulting, Irlen testing and more. The Tomatis® Method generates enduring results with no medications.When: Ongoing Summer Programs

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Summer Etiquette & Ballroom Dance CampSocial, Business, Dining and Tea Etiquette skills are taught along with Ballroom Dancing to campers ages 5-17 with interactive, role-playing activities. Topics include the 65 table manners and more. Afternoons include: Dance, Sign Language, Calligraphy and and many more etiquette related activities! This is a full-day camp offering 40 hours of fun interactive education. This is our 16th year offering our summer camp! Spaces fill quickly!

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Triple Threat CampActing, Dancing, Singing, Improv and MORE! At this camp, young entertainers will find everything they need to foster a love for the stage and polish performance skills.


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Challenger Preschool1725 E. Serene Avenue, Las Vegas, 89123

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Arrr! Can you feel the ocean spray in your face? Can you smell the salt air? No?? Well can you see Pirates at Craig Ranch Park! That’s right, it’s that time of year! Pirate

Fest returns April 21st and 22nd. We covered this fun and unique family friendly festival last year. If you missed it, now is your chance to experience it for yourself!

Pirate Fest is a family friendly themed festival that is based on its own Legend! How else can you explain Pirates in the Desert? Maybe the puppets know! New this year, the Las Vegas Family Puppet Theater will present puppet shows depicting the Legend! This will explain why there is pirates, faeries even mermaids here in the middle of the desert!

What makes Pirate Fest so fun and unique is summed up in its motto, “Don’t just watch the pirates…BE the Pirate!” This is a festival where you are invited to “do”! You are involved the minute you cross through the portal and enter the Pirate Realm! Your first stop you receive a Treasure Map and get a Pirate Name! Bobby and Mary are on the outside, here you may be Barnacle Jack and Salty Dog!!

The Treasure Map has red X’s on it. You must follow the map and find the Red X’s. At each, you must accomplish tasks. Every-thing from walking a plank to swabbing the deck to making a piece of rope. Complete the tasks and you get a Letter of Marque becoming a “real” pirate and of course you plunder “pirate booty”! (while supplies last!)

Pirate Fest has everything you would expect of a fun family fair. There are vendors, entertainment, activities and games. The ven-dors are mainly craft style artisans and there is a great variety of some of the best displaying here. You may never see some of them outside Pirate Fest! Such is the case with the games.

The games at Pirate Fest are activity oriented, you must DO something. The games were all handcrafted specifically for them. A couple of the games were even invented by Pirate Fest, so you won’t see them anywhere else! The kids can play the games, devel-oping a few skills in the process, collecting doubloons for their successful play. Amass a pirate’s booty of these doubloons and you can redeem them for prizes and treasure!

The Pirates of the Sea Monkeys also make Pirate Fest their favorite port. They provide several reading opportunities through-out Pirate Fest. This band of pirates has visited many of the valley schools providing assemblies to showcase the importance of read-ing! All decked out in their finest pirate garb, they work with the kids, acting out the stories they present. See even pirates think reading is cool!!

Speaking of garb this brings us to another feature of Pirate Fest over other festivals. You are encouraged to immerse yourself, dressing up like one of the many characters you can find here. There are pirates, steampunk, fairies, renaissance even mermaids at Pirate Fest! But you say you don’t have a pirate outfit! Not to worry, pirates are one of the easiest costumes to create. There is a whole section on their website to assist you. Many people already have a pirate costume stored somewhere in a back closet. If not, a quick rummage through that closet with maybe a trip to a local second-hand clothing store will reveal an abundance of pirate pos-sibilities. It is fun to look around the park and see so many families get into the “pirate spirit”.

While Pirate Fest is very family friendly, it features a lot of fun and activity for the adult pirates too! Many people do not know that Las Vegas is actually the home of Sail Windjammer Tours! They provide cruises through the Caribbean on a real Tall Ship the SV Mandalay. With only 50 passengers on board you get very special treatment and get to go places no big cruise ship has ever ventured. You can qualify to win a trip for TWO with Sail Wind-jammer!! You can qualify through their sponsors or register at the Sail Windjammer booth at Pirate Fest. Qualifiers will be picked and on Sunday one of those will be the winner!

New this year is a special Whiskey and Rum Tasting Event. Pirate Fest will be visited by Master Mixologist Bobby Gleason from Jim Beam. You can pay for a class where you will sample and be taught about the differences in whiskies. There will no doubt be a rum in there somewhere….pirate! All proceeds from the Tasting will go to the local charity Paradise Ranch Foundation. So, you are only tasting to help the charity!!

Paradise Ranch Foundation is a wonderful local charity that works with mentally challenged kids and adults through programs that utilize horses and other animals. Paradise Ranch has been participating in Pirate Fest since its inception. They bring out some of the animals and horses so the kids and see them up close. They are but one the few select organizations that exhibit here.

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They too like the fact that at Pirate Fest is based on involvement! It is something that must be experienced.

Pirate Fest is a totally immersive experience. You walk through the façade and you are magically transported into their pirate/faerie realm. You have a funnel cake, grab a beer (or a rum) perhaps kettle corn for the kids, watch the puppet show, meet a mermaid, maybe dance a pirate jig and forget about the world outside the realm. Maybe just for today, you are off the couch, out of the house and doing something unique. As their motto states, “Don’t just watch the pirates….BE the Pirate!” For this day, you are out of the ordinary. Today, you and your family ARRRRR the Pirates!!!

Pirate Fest is at Craig Ranch Regional Park. Dates are: Saturday April 21-10am to 8pm and Sunday April 22-10am to 8pm. Pricing is variable. Adults $15 per day. Kids, Seniors (65 and older) and Service personnel (active and retires w/ID) $10 per day. Kids that are 5 years or younger...bonus you are free with a paid adult! Discounts are available through Smith’s Food & Drug, Green Valley Gro-cers and Sonic Restaurants. For more info and to register to qualify for the trip for two aboard Sail Windjammer go to: PirateFestLV.com.


every day! Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. Parent or guardian must remain on premises during the event.When: Daily, various times, call for detailsWhere: Various Michael’s storesAges: 3 and upCost: $2-15

f Classes.michaels.comLearn to Kint and Crochet at Jo-Ann’sCrafting, sewing and more is available at your local Jo-Ann’s store. Children 8 and up can learn valuable lessons with various classes at all skill levels. When: Daily, various times, call for detailsWhere: Various Jo-Ann’s storesAges: 3 and upCost: $35-99

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DIY Craft ClubGet creative every third Wednesday of the month with a fun craft! When: Wednesday, Dec 20, 4:30 - 5:30 pmWhere: 6711 N. Buffalo Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89131Ages: 6-11Cost: Free, Space is limited for all Centennial Hills Library programs. Tickets will be given out one-half hour before the program starts.

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Kids Night Out!Kids can have fun making friends, playing games and painting! Sorry, no parents allowed! This is a special time for kids to relax and do their own thing in this fun atmosphere. Parents, go enjoy yourself for a few hours! If your child cannot be without you for 3 hours this might not be the right activity for them. Call us for more information on specific themes EVERY MONTH! This activity is typically recommended for and most popular among ages 6-9. (age requirement can vary)Where: 9350 W. Sahara Ave. #120, 702-522-7119MAKEathon Kids Club at Michael’sCreative crafting lessons for kids aged 3-12. Different crafts

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ARTS/CRAFTSCrafts for Kids: Lakeshore LearningMake a different, fun craft each week: April 7, April Showers; April 14, My Earth Day Promise; April 21, My Art Portfolio; April 28, Basket of FlowersWhen: Saturdays, 11am-3 pmWhere: Lakeshore Learning Store, 1243 W. Warm Springs Rd., Henderson, NV 89014Ages: 3 and upCost: Free

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such as courtesy, respect and discipline. In addition, the program is designed to improve children's motor skills and enhance their ability to focus and follow directions. All classes are taught using the safest, fun and exciting instruction methods available for this age group. This program works in conjunction with the Karate for Kids program (ages 6-12), thereby emphasizing the same important like skill themes and value systemWhere: 2651 Windmill Parkway, 702-717-2177; 75 E. Horizon Ridge Parkway, 702-567-5425; and 183 N. Gibson Road #130, 702-434-8789When: Call for exact times

f Familyatanv.comIntroduction to Fencing: All three bladesThree classes per month (one class a week for an

hour and a half where you are introduced to all three fencing blades (epee, foil, and saber) each blade has a 0Where: Red Rock Fencing Center, 8352 West Warm Springs Road Suite 220 (Second floor of the Macfarlane Center), Las Vegas, NV 89113Ages: 5 and up, both Youth and Adult classes. Cost: $75 (for 3 classes)You will need to wear sneakers (no sandals), long pants (jeans are OK), t-shirt and bring a water bottle. We provide all necessary fencing equipment and fencing blades.

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Play and LearnExplore play environments, movement games and parachute activities in this mixed-age class designed to

covered in this 2-3 hour class. Getting ready, solving problems, positioning, latch, taking care of yourself, and weaning are all covered along with much more!When: 1st Saturday of every month, 10 - NoonWhere: Well Rounded Momma, 8826 S. Eastern Ave.Cost: $30 per coupleScience Fiction, Science FutureScience Fiction, Science Future brings the science of the future into the present, sending visitors on a unique journey filled with science exploration, curiosity and discovery.When: Daily, 10 – 6 pmWhere: Springs PreserveAges: AllCost: Free with General Admission

Springs Preserve Mining CampExperience the thrill of mining your own minerals, gems and fossils. Choose what you want to min, and take your treasures home!When: Daily, 10 – 6 pmWhere: Springs PreserveAges: AllCost: $9-10

f Springspreserve.comTaekwondo: Family ATA Martial ArtsArm your child with self-defense. Our specialized programs will teach your child to be safe, follow directions and improve concentration in a fun and positive atmosphere. The Tiny TIger program was developed specifically for preschool children (ages three through six). This program offers children a strong foundation in essential character qualities

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on Sky Zone's all-trampoline walled, playing court!When: Wednesdays & Fridays, 10am-noonWhere: 7440 Dean Martin Dr., Suite 201, Las Vegas, NV 89139Ages: 6 and under, with parentCost: $10 a child; parents free

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EVENTSPirate Fest 2018For one day the world as we know it melts away, we are transported into a new realm. The land of the pirates! For at least one day, we don’t just watch pirates, we get to BE Pirates! Maybe even a Pirate Family! Tomorrow we can go back to reality, but today we get to be PIRATES! Why? Because we went to PIRATE FEST!!!When: April 21-22Where: Craig Ranch Park

Cost: Free for children under 4, $10 for 5-11 year-olds, seniors and military, $15 for 12+Math Alive!Experience real math at work in sports, nature, robotics, music, dancing, movie-making and more and answer the age-old question: “Will I ever use all this math they’re teaching us?” at MathAlive!—the Springs Preserve’s new traveling exhibit. Explore hands-on displays and interactive experiences including: Riding in a live-action snowboard race, Exploring and operating simulations of NASA’s latest robotics, including the Robonaut 2 and the Curiosity Rover, Designing and playing your own video game, Capturing your image in a 360 degree freeze-motion videoWhen: Through May 6, 9-5 PM

Preschool Playdate—Bounce UThe very best way to encourage napping is an hour of bouncing! Parents and non-walking children free with preschooler paid admission.When: Tuesdays & Fridays, 10-11:30amWhere: Bounce U of Henderson, 1000 Stephanie Place, Suite 14, Henderson, NV 89014Ages: 7 and underCost: $8 per child; 5-bounce pass $30

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support the physical, social and language development of your children.Where: Gymboree Play and Learn—Henderson: Gymboree Play and Learn—Henderson: 1000 N Green Valley Pkwy, #530, Henderson, NV 89074; Las Vegas: 7450 West Cheyenne #106, Las Vegas, NV 89129When: Call for timesAges: 0-5Cost: First class free

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or walk with your favorite Cirque du Soleil artists at this annual event that includes music from cast and crew, photo opportunities with performers and a circus play area for children.When: Saturday, April 14, 7-12 PMWhere: Springs PreserveAges: AllCost: $20-40, reservations requiredLas Vegas Youth OrchestraThe Las Vegas Youth Orchestras consists of five separate ensembles based upon age (from 8-18) and playing ability. It is a diverse group of over 425 students from the Las Vegas valley and is an after-school program that serves the youth in southern Nevada. Audition and participation in one's school music program is required.

When: Tuesday, April 17, 6 PMWhere: The Smith CenterCost: $12-45Dia Del NinoJoin us at the Springs Preserve to honor children and celebrate childhood with our annual Día del Niño event. We'll be offering hours of fun for children of all ages, including clowns and magicians, cooking demos, face painting, a petting zoo, live entertainment, traditional food and drink, hands-on arts and crafts and much more.When: Saturday, April 28, 12-5 PMWhere: Springs PreserveAges: AllCost: $6, Free for under 2 years oldShh! We Have A PlanThe Smith Center is thrilled to present two sensory friendly performances of acclaimed family show “Shh! We Have

Where: Springs PreserveAges: AllCost: FreeFamily Night at the Museum: SingJoin us for another fun-filled night of activities, museum exploration, dinner and a movie. This time, we will be celebrating the gift of music with a night full of karaoke followed by a showing of the film Sing. In this animated hit from the creators of Despicable Me, a koala impresario stages a gala singing competition in order to save his theater, and the contest attracts the attention of such musically inclined animals as a harried pig mom, a teenage gorilla, a shy elephant and a punk porcupine. This film is rated PG.When: Sat, April 7, 5 PMWhere: Springs PreserveAges: All

Cost: $13-15Peppa Pig Live! Peppa Pig’s Surprise!Peppa Pig, the #1 Family show of 2016, is back with an action-packed live show featuring your favorite characters as life size puppets and costume characters in Peppa Pig’s Surprise! Come join Peppa, George, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig and more in an all singing, all-dancing adventure full of songs, games and surprises!When: Sunday, April 8, 12 Noon and 4 PMWhere: The Smith CenterCost: $26-63Run Away with Cirque Du SoleilJoin dozens of artists from Cirque du Soleil's Las Vegas shows and more than 1,000 community members for a 5K run or 1-mile fun walk at Run Away with Cirque du Soleil at the Springs Preserve. Run


shapes is inspiring a scientific revolution to design drugs, micro-robots and future space missions — and it's all based on math and geometry. (Film length: 60 minutes)When: Saturdays and Sundays, 3 PMWhere: Springs PreserveAges: AllCost: Free for members or with paid admissionBaby Bash Immunizations and Health FairShots for tots, family resources, vision screenings, adult immunizations available!When: Friday, April 27, 11-4 PMWhere: Southern Nevada Health District, 280 S. Decatur Blvd., 702-759-0850Mornings with MommyCome mingle with other moms while enjoying educational activities with your child/children! Storytime

and then 6 different stations to explore around the room! The stations include a sensory table, art, crafts, gross motor skills (big muscle groups), fine motor skills (small muscle groups), and a mural! We end with a snack and playground time!When: Second and Fourth Monday Every Month, 10-11 amWhere: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 10265 Bermuda Rd.Cost: $5Beautiful Moms PlaygroupWe meet for play dates every Tuesday at 10am. We meet for a Christian story time once a month and in the community at parks, pools, libraries (and more!) the other weeks! We also host a ladies' night out every other month as well as events that are open to the whole family!When: Tuesdays, 10 am

the woods. When they see a beautiful bird perched high in a tree, each of these three madcap characters have a plan to capture it! Every age group can relate to this show’s heartfelt message, with the family’s youngest teaching everyone that kindness and treating nature with respect is more important than getting what you want. This entertaining production is performed by Cahoots, NI, a renowned children’s theater company from Belfast, Northern Ireland.When: Saturday, April 21, 10 AM and 2 PMWhere: The Smith CenterCost: $100Weekend Feature FilmOrigami RevolutionThe centuries-old tradition of folding two-dimensional paper into three-dimensional

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A Plan” in our Troesh Studio Theater! This performance offers a supportive theater environment for individuals who have been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder or other sensitivities and families are encourage to attend together. Based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Haughton, this enchanting, nonverbal show features magic, music and puppetry. Follow the delightful and surprising journey of a family adventuring through


and Youth Performance Ensemble. To register online, visit www.artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-ARTS (2787).No School Fun DayMonday, April 2, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (ages 6-11)Cost: $25 per child.Lied Middle School, 5350 W. Tropical Parkway (Enter from south parking lot off Tropical Parkway.)Youth will enjoy an exciting day filled with games, contests, craft projects, sports and more – all in a safe, enriching environment. Participants must bring their own lunch and morning and afternoon snacks. Preregistration required. No refunds, transfers, or credits. Registration is open until full. To register online go to Safekey.lasvegasnevada.gov, click on Afterschool Programs Safekey/Ignite and select No School Fun Day

Lied April 2. Call 702-229-KIDS (5437) for information.No School Fun DayMonday, April 2, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (ages 6-12)Cost: $30 per child.Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., 702-229-6359.Keep your child busy having fun with age-appropriate activities while the school district is not holding classes. Preregistration required. No refunds, transfers, or credits. Registration is open until full. To register online, go to recreation.lasvegasnevada.gov, click Camps and select Activity #142003-03 CCSD Schools Out Camp. Call 702-229-KIDS (5437) for information.American Red Cross Lifeguarding (ages 15+)April 2-13, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.Cost: $160.

Where: Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 10265 Bermuda Rd.Cost: Free

CLASSESCharleston Heights Arts Center Spring II 2018 Class Registration (all ages)Registration available Feb. 28-April 10 for classes that begin the week of April 11, 2018.Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St.Fine arts courses offered for youth, teens and adults include visual arts; drawing; language; drama for adults; and private lessons in piano, voice or dance by appointment. For more information, call 702-229-ARTS (2787). To register online, visit www.artslasvegas.org.

West Las Vegas Arts Center Spring II 2018 Class Registration (all ages)Registration available March 7–April 11 for six-week session of classes held April 11–May 19.West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd.Cultural arts classes offered include Kemetic Yoga, African Dance for Children, African Dance for Teens/Adults, African Drum, Ballet for Children, Ballet – Beginner/Intermediate, Ballet – Intermediate/Advanced, Modern Dance – Intermediate, Hip Hop/Funk – Beginner, Hip Hop/Funk – Intermediate/Advanced, Introduction to Chess – Empowering the Student, Recording & Engineering - The Relationship of Mind Over Matter, and the Cultural Arts Ensembles – Children’s African Dance Ensemble


for Tuesday-Thursday Teen Adventure Camp.

• Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., 702-229-6374; ages 6-15; $75/week.

• East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., 702-229-1515; ages 6-15; $75/week/child.

• Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., 702-229-6359; ages 4-15; $200/week ages 12-15; $80/week ages 4-5, 8 a.m.-noon or noon-4 p.m.; $150-$200/week ages 6-11.

• Stupak Community Center, 251 W. Boston Ave., 702-229-2488; ages 6-15; $40/week; *hours 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stupak location only.

• Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, 702-229-1100; ages 6-15; $150/week ages 6-11, $200/week teens.

Reinvent Schools Las Vegs Safe Summer Nights CelebrationThursday, April 5, 4 to 6 p.m.Free and open to the public.Hollingsworth Elementary School, 1776 E. Ogden Ave.Bring the family to enjoy free DJ music, family games, face painting, arts, crafts and refreshments while supplies last, as well as a community health and resource fair.Ward 6 Spring Celebration and Foster Connection (all ages)Saturday, April 7, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Free and open to the public.Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road.Join Councilwoman Fiore at this family event for face painting, games, horseback rides, local entertainment, a farmers’ market, jump houses, a car show, and

All locations will offer kids camp starting May 29, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday*, excluding holidays. Teen Adventure Camp days may vary. Prices vary by location and age group. A one-time, non-refundable $20 transportation fee will be charged for each participant.Mirabelli and Veterans Memorial will offer themed camps each week. For more information, call 702-229-PLAY (7529). Camps end Aug. 10. Go online and click on “Camps” for more details. • Adaptive Recreation

Summer Camp, 250 N. Eastern Ave., 702-229-4903; ages 7-22 with disabilities; $100/week per child.

• Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, 702-229-1607; ages 6-15; $115/week ages 5-11; $150/week ages 12-15

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Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, 702-229-6309.Train to be certified as a lifeguard; earn American Red Cross certificates for lifeguarding, First Aid/CPR/AED. Registration open until full. Call 702-229-6309 for details. Kids Summer Camp and Teen Adventure Camp Summer Registration Opens Online registration opens Tuesday, April 3, at 9 a.m.Walk-in registration opens Thursday, April 5, at 9 a.m.


Where: Red Rock Elementary School, 408 Upland Blvd.Bring the family to enjoy free DJ music, family games, face painting, arts, crafts and refreshments while supplies last, as well as a community health and resource fair.Ward 4/YMCA Healthy Kids Day (all ages)When: Saturday, April 21, 10 a.m. to noon.Cost: Free and open to the public.Where: Durango Hills Community Center/YMCA, 3521 N. Durango Drive, 702-240-9622.This annual family event focuses on keeping youth active and healthy with activities such as kids’ Zumba, relays, arts and crafts. Family Game Day: Jumbo Size (ages 5+)When: Saturday, April 21, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Free and open to the public.Where: East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., 702-229-1515.Bring the family to enjoy playing “large” sizes of your favorite games, and some small ones, too. Refreshments will be available for purchase.Reinvent Schools Las Vegas Safe Summer Nights CelebrationWhen: Thursday, April 26, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Cost: Free and open to the public.Where: J.T. McWilliams Elementary School, 1315 Hiawatha Road.Bring the family to enjoy free DJ music, family games, face painting, arts, crafts and refreshments while supplies last, as well as a community health and resource fair.Parents Without PartnersPWP is the largest international, nonprofit

information about foster care and adoption. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information, call 702-229-5463.Coffee with the MayorWhen: Wednesday, April 11, 8 a.m.Where: The Omelet House, 2227 N. Rampart Blvd. Residents are invited to meet and converse with Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman. This event will be held in Ward 4 and Councilman Stavros S. Anthony is scheduled to attend. Coffee with the Mayor is an opportunity for residents who have issues to discuss, or would simply like to meet the mayor.Reinvent Schools Las Vegas Safe Summer Nights CelebrationWhen: Thursday, April 12, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.Cost: Free and open to the public.

Where: Wendell P. Williams Elementary School, 1030 N. J St.Bring the family to enjoy free DJ music, family games, face painting, arts, crafts and refreshments while supplies last, as well as a community health and resource fair.Teen Glow Night at the Pool (ages 13-18)When: Saturday, April 14, 7 to 10 p.m.Cost: $4.Where: Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, 702-229-1488.Wear neon colors and be ready to jump in a pool filled with glow sticks. Enjoy DJ music, games and prizes.Reinvent Schools Las Vegas Safe Summer Nights CelebrationWhen: Thursday, April 19, 5 to 7 p.m.Free and open to the public.


Fresh52 Farmers & Artisan Market—2 locationsFresh52 is a lively, friendly, open air farmers and artisan market where neighbors and friends come together to celebrate their community. The market features choice vendors with pesticide free seasonal produce, freshly baked goods, gourmet olive oils, salsas, spices, sauces, nuts, handmade crafts, artisans & more!Where: Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89145 (Saturdays) & Sansone Park Place, 9480 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89123 (Sundays) When: Saturdays, 9am-2pm; Sundays, 8:30am-1pmAges: AllCost: Free entranceFresh52.com

Gilcrease OrchardFresh food and fresh air is the experience at the Gilcrease Orchard. Sixty acres of agricultural land in the Las Vegas Valley offer a diverse choice of fruits and vegetables that you can select and pick yourself.When: Saturdays, 7am-NoonWhere: 7800 N Tenaya Way, Las Vegas, NV 89131Ages: AllCost: Varies

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Las Vegas Farmers Market—Gardens ParkWhen: Thursdays, 4-8pmWhere: The Gardens Park, 10401 Gardens Park Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89135Ages: AllCost: Free entrance

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FARMERS’ MARKETSCountry Fresh Farmers Market—Henderson (2 locations/days)Buy seasonal fruits and vegetables, bakery fresh breads and pastries, salsa, kettle corn and other food items. The market also features arts and crafts. Stop by and enjoy farm fresh fruits and vegetables as well as other artisan foods and crafts. When: Thursdays, 9am-4pm (Water St.); Fridays, 10am-4pm(Pavilion)Where: 240 Water St. & Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley ParkwayAges: AllCost: Free entry

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membership organization devoted to the welfare and interests of single parents and their children. PWP welcomes single parents whether they are male or female, custodial or non-custodial, separated, divorced, widowed or never married. There will be regular meetings plus a variety of family friendly activities ranging from bowling to picnics and everything in between. To join, or for more information, visit www.meetup.com and type in "Parents Without Partners."


Where: The D Las Vegas, 301 Fremont St.Ages: AllCost: $19.95+

f theD.comGregory Popovich’s Comedy Pet TheatreAs seen on David Letterman, The Tonight Show and America’s Got Talent, Gregory Popovich’s Comedy Pet Theatre is a blend of unique comedy, world-championship juggling and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets. His amazing cast of cats and dogs have been rescued from animal shelters and turned into Las Vegas stars! Comedy Pet Theatre is guaranteed to surprise and delight every audience and is a perfect family show.When: 4pm dailyWhere: V-Theatre—Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood

Ages: FamilyCost: $34.99 and up

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The Mac King Comedy Magic Show Best of Las Vegas winner, Mac King stars in The Mac King Comedy Magic Show. Mac has been a favorite afternoon Vegas attraction for more than 10 years. Parents and kids love this show. Where: The Improv at Harrah's Las VegasWhen: 1pm & 3pm Tuesday – SaturdayCost: $32.95 and upReservations 702-693-6143; Groups of 15 or more--call 1-866-462-5982

fmackingshow.comTerry Fator: Ventriloquism in ConcertWinner of America’s Got Talent, Terry Fator amazes audiences with dead-on

Las Vegas Farmers Market—Bruce Trent ParkWhen: Wednesdays, 4-8pmWhere: Bruce Trent Park, 1600 N. Rampart Blvd.(Rampart & Vegas Dr.), Las Vegas, NV 89134Ages: AllCost: Free entrance


Las Vegas Farmers Market—Floyd Lamb ParkWhen: 1st and 3rd Saturdays, 10am-2pmWhere: 9200 Tule Springs Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89131Ages: AllCost: Free entrance


U Pick U Pay—Vegas RootsPlease bring your own recycled bag to collect your veggies.

When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, 9am-2pmWhere: Vegas Roots Community Garden, 715 N. Tonopah Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89106Ages: AllCost: Free entrance

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LIVE ENTERTAINMENTAdam London Laughternoon with Free Anderson Dairy Ice CreamWhimsy and wit with clever slight of hand magic, Laughternoon is hilarious and highly engaging. Having perfected his craft in comedy clubs around the world, including the world famous Magic Castle in Los Angeles, Adam London performs inside the newly renovated showroom at the D Las Vegas.When: Daily, 4pm


and old alike on a learning adventure around the world.When: Museum Hours, Daily 9 – 4 PMWhere: 900 Las Vegas Blvd. NorthAges: AllCost: $6-12

SPORTS/FITNESSYouth Indoor Volleyball Cost: $10 per person, drop-in only.Where: Stupak Community Center, 251 W. Boston Ave., 702-229-2488; When: Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m. Ages: beginners ages 11-14; Thursdays 6-7:30 p.m. and Saturdays 9-10:30 a.m. – intermediate/advanced ages 13-18.Where: Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., 702-229-6359; When: Tuesdays 6-7:30 p.m. Ages: intermediate ages 13-18.

Where: Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, 702-229-1100; When: Fridays 6-7:30 p.m. Ages: beginners ages 9-12.Safekey When: Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Registration Fee: $20 per school year, per child. Morning pass: $7 per morning. Afternoon pass: $10 per afternoon.Where: Safekey Office, 416 N. Seventh St., 702-229-3399.This before- and after-school recreational enrichment program is offered at numerous Clark County School District elementary schools, and provides a safe environment where children in kindergarten through 5th grade can receive homework assistance, have a nutritious afternoon snack, create

MUSEUMSClark County MuseumThe museum is a 30-acre site that features a modern exhibit hall with a timeline exhibit about southern Nevada from pre-historic to modern times and a collection of restored historic buildings that depict daily life from different decades in Las Vegas, Boulder City, Henderson, and Goldfield.When: Museum Hours, Daily, 9 - 4:30 PMWhere: 1830 S. Boulder HwyAges: AllCost: Adults $2, Seniors over 50 and children 3-17 $1

📱 702-455-7955Las Vegas Natural History MuseumFrom the desert to the ocean, from Nevada to Africa, from prehistoric times to the present, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum takes young

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impressions of more than two dozen of the most famous rock, country, soul and pop singers – all with his mouth closed!When: 7:30pm (doors open @ 6:30) Tuesday - SaturdayWhere: The MirageAges: Children under the age of 5 are not permitted in the theatre Cost: $59.99 and up(see website for select discounted tickets of 20% to 35% off)

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