OPPORTUNITY VILLAGE CELEBRATES 10th ANNIVERSARY OF THE ‘LAS VEGAS GREAT SANTA RUN’
Santa Clauses are coming to town to participate in the 10th anniversary of the Las Vegas Great Santa Run benefitting Opportunity Village on Saturday, December 6. One of the largest gatherings of Santa-clad runners will take place in Downtown Las Vegas, beginning at Fremont Street Experience and spanning across popular downtown venues.
Opportunity Village has opened an early bird discount for any Saint Nicks who register for the 5K run or one-mile Kris Kringle Jingle walk. The early bird discount is available now through August 31 and is priced at $40 for individuals; $35 per person on a team of five or more; and $25 for children under 17-years-old. Registration includes a five piece Santa suit and a runner goody bag from event sponsors. Participants are also encouraged to bring their canine companions, who can join in on the fun for $10 and receive a doggie bag full of treats and toys. Registration is available on the Great Santa Run website.
The Great Santa Run raises funds and awareness for Opportunity Village’s programs, which provide unparalleled opportunities, enrichment and support to nearly 3,000 citizens with disabilities and their families throughout the Las Vegas Valley. It has been the reigning champion of the “World Santa Challenge” for three consecutive years and hopes to uphold that tradition in 2014.
This year not only marks the notable anniversary of this iconic event, but also the 60th anniversary of Opportunity Village, the beloved Las Vegas non-profit. To celebrate, Opportunity Village will raise $136 million, which was kicked off with a $10 million donation in May by Dorothy and Lacy Harber in addition to a $35 million challenge gift from the Engelstad Family Foundation, which will be donated as a match gift once Opportunity Village reaches its fundraising goal. These donations will be used to expand Opportunity Village and fulfill three initiatives, including the development of its first residential village at the Engelstad campus, followed by a new campus and residential village in the northwest valley.
“We have built a family and a home for our clients and we are blessed to have the great support of our Las Vegas community and beyond,” said Linda Smith, Associate Executive Director of Opportunity Village. “Celebrating 10 years of the Great Santa Run and 60 years of Opportunity Village is humbling. There is no better way to celebrate the most wonderful time of year than by giving back.”
Last year, more than 11,000 Santas were joined by international superstar Grand Marshal Shania Twain. After a morning of festivities including live entertainment and a costume contest, Mayor Carolyn Goodman declared the day the official “Las Vegas Great Santa Run Day.”
Henderson Libraries adjusts hours to stretch library access
On July 17, the Henderson Libraries Board approved changes to library branch hours beginning on Monday, Sept. 8. Changes include the return of Monday hours to the Paseo Verde Library and slight adjustments to the Green Valley and James I. Gibson library branches. All changes were based on patron demand and neighborhood use of the libraries.
All the Henderson Libraries have been closed on Mondays for nearly two years due to lack of funding. While the library district still does not have sufficient funding to truly expand hours of service, some adjustments to the schedule help provide access to library service for as many patrons as possible.
The Paseo Verde Library, located at 280 S. Green Valley Parkway at the 215 Beltway, will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday throughSaturday.
The Green Valley Library, located 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway at Sunset Road, will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
James I. Gibson Library, located at 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway near Boulder Highway, will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
The Heritage Park Senior Facility Library, at 300 S. Racetrack Road, hours will remain with self-service hours for seniors ages 50 and older from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Library staff will still be available at this location from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursdays.
The Green Valley and Gibson branches will remain closed on Mondays, and all branches are closed on Sundays.
Established in 1943 as a single library in Downtown Henderson, Henderson Libraries operates four locations throughout Henderson. Henderson Libraries cooperates with other public libraries in Southern Nevada, the Nevada System of Higher Education, the Clark County School District and all other libraries around the state to provide quality service for Nevada’s residents.
For additional information on Henderson Libraries, visit www.mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-492-6581.
CITY OF HENDERSON SEEKING ENTRIES FOR TRAILS PHOTO CONTEST
Entries are now being accepted for the 2014 City of Henderson Trails Photo Contest showcasing Henderson’s trails, parks and wildlife. The deadline to submit entries is 5 p.m. on August 30, 2014, and there is no cost to participate.
Images must be submitted within four categories; Henderson Trail, Henderson Park, Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve; and Wildlife. Ribbons will be awarded to the top three finalists from each category and winning entries will be displayed at the Downtown Recreation Center beginning October 5.
Photos should illustrate and promote the best aspects of the City of Henderson’s trails, parks and wildlife. Contest rules and entry forms may be found at any Henderson recreation center or online at cityofhenderson.com and must be submitted with each entry.
Images may be submitted in person or by mail to:
City of Henderson
Downtown Recreation Center
105 W. Basic Rd.
Henderson NV 89015
INAUGURAL ROUTE 91 HARVEST TAKES ROOT AMONG THE NEON AS FIRST COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL EVER TO LAUNCH IN LAS VEGAS
Live Nation, the creators of premier country music festivals Watershed and Faster Horses, in collaboration with MGM Resorts International, today revealed its newest music festival: Route 91 Harvest. Originally known as Route 91, the three-day country music festival takes its name from the iconic Las Vegas Boulevard. The festival, scheduled October 3 – 5, will boast a gathering of true high-roller performers including Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, Blake Shelton, Dierks Bentley and Brantley Gilbert.
Set to take place at The Lot across from Luxor Hotel & Casino, country music fans will get an exclusive music experience in true Sin City-style. Three-day passes for the party of the fall start at $169 and go on sale Friday, Aug. 1 at 10 a.m. PST. For more information, visit www.rt91harvest.com.
Additional artists confirmed include Tyler Farr, Dwight Yoakam, Randy Houser, Dustin Lynch, Neal McCoy, Charles Esten and Clare Bowen from ABC’s hit show “Nashville,” Dan + Shay, Josh Thompson, Sam Hunt, Ashley Monroe, Lindsay Ell and Dee Jay Silver.
The festival will provide fans with the opportunity to upgrade their tickets and enjoy the festivities, Vegas-style, with special amenities including exclusive bar access, elevated stage views, lounge seating and massage services, among many other VIP services. Additionally, Route 91 Harvest attendees will enjoy special room rates at all MGM Resorts International properties.
“Las Vegas and country music are synonymous with over the top events, and we know that Route 91 Harvest will deliver the latest, greatest experience for fans from all over the world,” said Brian O’Connell, Live Nation President of Country Touring. “After launching Watershed and Faster Horses, this festival is the next step in the evolution of Live Nation’s fan and artist friendly festival family. We’re thrilled to have it land in MGM Resorts International’s newest venue, The Lot.”
Chris Baldizan, senior vice president of entertainment for MGM Resorts International, said, “It’s exciting to see the Route 91 Harvest Festival come to fruition. With an amazing line-up of talent over three days, our guests will experience country music at a unique, one-of-a-kind venue right on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip. It’s great to have a partner like Live Nation who shares our passion and vision for entertainment.”
Follow further Route 91 Harvest updates on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Route91Harvest, Twitter: https://twitter.com/Route91Harvest, Instagram: http://instagram.com/route91harvest and join the conversation on Twitter, using #Rt91Harvest.
What’s New?
As you might have noticed, we’re changing things up a bit here at the Zip Code Magazines. Most notably, we are “ReConnecting” with more online options, like our new online magazines and our ReConnect Email Newsletter for readers.
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Super Sale at GNC Centerpoint August 16 & 17
Enjoy free samples, giveaways and more at the GNC located at 10300 W. Charleston Blvd. #24
The Spa at Lakeside 2.0 – Christmas in July
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702.254.8568
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HENDERSON TO HOST “NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS” MEETING
City of Henderson residents of Ward III are invited to attend Neighborhood Connections on August 20 from 6 p.m.-7 p.m. at the Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, 1575 Galleria Dr.
The event is designed to encourage open dialogue between neighbors and city leaders regarding projects and questions that pertain to the city of Henderson. Henderson Mayor Andy Hafen, Councilman John F. Marz and city staff will be in attendance to answer questions and provide information to residents.
Neighborhood Connections is a town-hall style meeting held quarterly to enable city leaders to meet and interact with the residents of each of the four wards within the city of Henderson.
Children’s Heart Foundation to Host 10th Annual Camp Mend-a-Heart
Children’s Heart Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for Nevada children with heart problems, hosts their 10th Annual Camp Mend-a-Heart Thursday, August 14 through Sunday, August 17 at Torino Ranch in Southern Nevada. The camp offers children who are born with or have developed heart problems the opportunity to forge relationships, attain hope and build memories.
Camp Mend-a-Heart is a cost-free, medically supervised camp for children ages 7-18 living in Nevada who are born with or have developed a heart condition. Camp Mend-a-Heart gives children a traditional summer camp experience with sports, arts & crafts, water games and many other recreational activities and programs. Camp Mend-a-Heart is staffed by volunteer counselors, nurses and physicians who give from their hearts to help these extraordinary children. Many of our counselors are past campers who have grown out of the age cap, but still want to participate in the camp experience.
Camp Mend-a-Heart was founded by Lyn Acebo, a concerned heart parent and board member of Children’s Heart Foundation. She wanted to send her daughter to heart camp, but was concerned about sending her to a location outside of Nevada due to the fragile state of her heart condition. Acebo saw the importance of having her child bond with other heart kids located within their community, allowing them to establish a network of support and understanding. After bringing other concerned parents and doctors together, Camp Mend-a-Heart was born.
Distill Opens Second Location in Southern Highlands
Residents in the south can enjoy the fun of the popular Summerlin hangout Distill in their very own neighborhood when it opens its second location on Saturday, July 19 in Southern Highlands. Guests of Distill will be treated to the same fun atmosphere, house-made cocktails, handcrafted food and VIP gaming club that makes Distill a popular local hangout and the perfect place to get together with old friends or meet new ones. A ‘Home Away from Home,’ the new Distill location will be located at 4830 W. Pyle Ave. in the popular Southern Highlands area, off of Decatur Blvd., just south of Silverado Ranch Blvd.
The new Distill location in Southern Highlands is the latest creation from the owners of Remedy’s Tavern and Elixir, and the third addition to their popular restaurant portfolio in the last year alone. The successful expansion is due the philosophy of winning over guests with modern, yet intimate atmospheres; friendly and knowledgeable staff members on hand 24 hours a day, seven days a week; comfortably priced artisan cocktails and delicious culinary twists on classic tavern fare. The Southern Highlands location will also boast a non-smoking dining area open to diners of all ages.
Guests will be able to choose from a variety of specialty cocktails including house-infused coffee whiskey and orange cinnamon whiskey; the Distiller’s Delight with Buellit Whiskey, Cointreau, fresh lemon, Sprite and orange bitters; or the Distilled Margarita with Casa Noble Blanco Tequila shaken with agave nectar and fresh lemon and lime. Distill also features an extensive wine list and a variety of imported or domestic draught or bottled beer. Patrons can also satisfy any craving with a classic, fresh menu available 24 hours a day including house-made Avocado Eggrolls and Mashed Potato Bites; fresh burgers and wraps, including vegetarian options; “Not Round Pizzas” including calzones and strombolis; and classic dishes like Beef Tenderloin Tips and Roasted Bourbon Barbeque Chicken. With two Happy Hour food and drink specials a day from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. and 3 a.m. – 6 a.m., Distill will hit the spot with prices designed for total enjoyment.
For the gaming aficionados, Distill will be home to 15 brand-new 20” LCD gaming machines carrying more than 55 poker, blackjack, slot and keno games providing the perfect place to kick back and play. By joining the VIP Gaming Club, players will enjoy slot promotions, exclusive parties, scratch cards and $10,000 lotto bucks every hour.
If catching all the action of the most popular sports teams while sitting in a cozy king-size chair is a necessity, Distill will be the neighborhood’s ‘front-row’ destination and with 18 high-definition televisions. If chalking up the cues and racking up for a game of nine-ball, striking down some pins or “hitting the links” are top priorities Distill will feature two pool tables, Silver Strike Bowling and Golden Tee Golf.
Similar to the Summerlin location, Distill will feature a state-of-the-art juke box with access to thousands of songs that is easily accessed through smart phones to supply the soundtrack to any occasion. Scheduled events, promotions and specials will delight all Distill patrons.
Both Distill locations are part the new frequent dining loyalty program, RED Loyalty, joining sister properties Remedy’s Tavern and Elixir – a Local Lounge. The Red Loyalty program gives guests the opportunity to earn points on dollars spent for dining. Patrons receive one point for every dollar spent on qualifying purchases including all dining, gift cards and gifts when checking out with their loyalty card. Enrollment is free and available at any location. Points can be used for discounts on dining, gear and gift and for exclusive destination dining invitations. All RED Loyalty participants receive $10 upon online registration, birthday rewards, online access, email notifications and members-only offers and promotions. Offers are subject to change.
For more information on Distill, please visit www.distillbar.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/distilllocalbar. **Distill is a 21 or older establishment in the bar area; all ages in the non-smoking dining room. Guests must provide valid ID.**
