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Oct
01
Posted by Mark Clawson
One of the really fun activities at The Springs Preserve is the Nature Exchange. I’m a volunteer at the Nature Exchange and I work with a wonderful associate, Melissa, a student at Bonanza High School. Melissa is a wonderful volunteer who has a very natural way with children. She puts smiles on their faces and has a real knack for getting the kids involved.
The program was established in order to get children involved in nature. Here kids can trade their own shells, stones, insects (that have passed away naturally), and other artifacts.
When the kids bring an item to the Nature Exchange they receive points. The points received are based on what they bring in and how much knowledge they have. An account is established and they are now Traders. The children can then accumulate points and use those points to select items at the exchange.
This is a very interactive experience and the time spent at Springs Preserve helps to educate our young ones about the value of thinking green. Recycling, water conservation, and the use of alternative building materials needs to be learned early in life.
Participating in these programs and getting your kids involved with the Springs Preserve is a small, but, important step to a better world and a better environment.
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Sep
25
Posted by Mark Clawson
The Henderson Pavilion is a haven for artists and musicians. The venue has hosted the Las Vegas Philharmonic, the Nevada Ballet Theaer and Opera Las Vegas. The Pavilion was completed in 2002 at a cost of $12 million and is part of Liberty Pointe where you will find the Paseo Verde Library and the Multigenerational Center and Auatic Complex. The tension-fabric roof over the Pavillon covers seating for about 2500 and there is lawn seating for about twice that number of people.
Here is a glance at the calendar for October:
October 7, 2007 - 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Gran Folklorico de Mexico, Ballet Folklorico has been entertaining audiences for over 30 years. The company can vary from 3 to 25 performers displaying the dances in authentic Aztec dress, as well as beautiful Mexican costumes.
October 11, 2007 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Beehive, The Off-Broadway 60’s Musical is a fast-paced and nostalgic look back at the girl groups and soloists of the time featuring songs by The Supremes, Aretha Franklin, Connie Francis, Leslie Gore, Petula Clark and more. You’ll leave humming the tunes, anxious to pull out the 45’s again!
October 19, 2007 8:00 pm -
Henderson Sympony Orchestra ‘An Evening of Brahms’, The Henderson Symphony Orchestra honors the classical mastery of Johannes Brahms in this evening’s performance.
October 20, 2007 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Benise, Nouveau Flamenco guitarist, Roni Benise, brings his fiery Spanish music and dance to Henderson for an unforgettable performance
October 21, 2007 1:30 pm
Deepak Chopra, Acknowledged as one of the world’s greatest leaders in the field of mind body medicine, Deepak Chopra, M.D. continues to transform our understanding of the meaning of health
October 27, 2007 2:00 pm
The Las Vegas Youth Orchestra, The Las Vegas Youth Orchestra will be performing concert pieces for your family’s entertainment. The performers, age 8-18, are the best student musicians from across our valley.
The Pavilion is located at 200 South Green Valley Parkway and the phone number is 702-267-4849.
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Aug
15
Posted by Mark Clawson
Posted by mark clawson
You now have a new Centennial Hills Community Center and Park. The Community Center is operated by the YMCA of Southern Nevada. The monthly and annual fees are reasonable given the amenities that are found at the center. At the YMCA, no one is turned away because of an inablity to pay. Program and membership assistance are available to those that complete the application and qualify. The Community Center is lots of fun with tremendous facilities. You’ll find full court basketball, indoor pools, aerobics studios, a weight room, computer lounges and many other activities. They have a number of programs for “Itty Bitty” three to five year olds. Swimming Lesson are available for all ages starting at three months.This is not just for the kids, the YMCA offers FREE childcare. So work out to your hearts content. You can even book a private party at the water park which has flume slides and aqua play zones.
The Centennial Hills Park is just around the corner and is an American Instute of Architecture award winner. There are great picnic areas with plenty of shade and a great water-play area for the little ones. Outdoor lighted soccer and volleyball courts will really serve the community well.
We welcome any comments that you have to make, just click on Comments and let us know what you would like to post. We are looking for articles from students at the local schools and newspapers. This site is for the community and I hope you all can get involved.
