[RENO/LAS VEGAS] — Nevada is taking part in AmeriCorps Week, March 9-17, a national celebration to recognize the vital work done by AmeriCorps members in communities across the nation and in Nevada since the national service program began 19 years ago. “We are proud of and grateful to the AmeriCorps members who are getting…
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Veterans Village Las Vegas Receives $97,000 in Mattresses
The Home Depot continues to support Veterans Village Las Vegas The Home Depot Foundation (THDF) recently donated a truckload of mattresses valued at more than $97,000 to Veterans Village Las Vegas. The Home Depot Foundation, which has been actively engaged in supporting VeteransVillage since its inception last year, continues to increase its support to…
CVS Caremark Emphasizes Commitment to Older Americans at Annual American Society on Aging Conference
Company highlights the importance of medication adherence in helping seniors on their path to better health CVS Caremark (NYSE:CVS) will highlight how medication adherence plays a vital role in helping older Americans on their path to better health at the 2013 Annual American Society on Aging Conference, which is being held in Chicago this week….
Making Home Affordable and HOPE NOW to Host Two Day Help for Homeowners Event in Las Vegas
Major Mortgage Servicers and Non-Profit Counselors to Offer Face-to-Face Assistance to Struggling Homeowners in Nevada (LAS VEGAS, NV) – Making Home Affordable and the HOPE NOW Alliance are bringing the nation’s largest mortgage servicers, along with several non-profit housing counseling organizations, to Las Vegas for two days next week to work one-on-one with struggling…
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Elder and Special Needs Law Attorneys Association Kicks Off Celebration at Annual Conference in Atlanta Washington, D.C. — The National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) is proud to celebrate “25 years of sharing and caring” through the Elder and Special Needs Law profession. Since 1988, NAELA’s mission has been to establish NAELA member attorneys…
New Recording Studio Opens in Las Vegas – Vegas View Recording Welcomes Professional Artists and Students at IADT Campus
The International Academy of Design & Technology Las Vegas (IADT), a college offering Associate’s and Bachelor degrees in a variety of design and technology disciplines, announces the completion and opening of Vegas View Recording, a 2,500-sq-ft recording and mixing studio within its campus. Designed by renowned studio architect Carl Yanchar and IADT’s Robert “Bobby” Ferrari,…
Veterans Village Collaborates with Heaven Can Wait Animal Society
Veterans to pilot dog adoption program WHAT: VeteransVillageLas Vegas, a comprehensive housing and resource facility for U.S. veterans and their families, is collaborating with Heaven Can Wait Animal Society (HCWAS) Las Vegas. Two veterans will pilot a dog adoption program by volunteering to assume responsibility for the care of a dog while staying…
“Rock Stars of Downtown Business”
SYMPHONY PARK LECTURE SERIES ANNOUNCES NEXT PRESENTATION: Panel discussion on the secrets of downtown’s successful business owners – large and small WHAT: During the next SymphonyPark lecture, a panel of successful business leaders, investors and entrepreneurs will share their diverse experiences as contributors to the downtown revitalization. Titled, “Rock Stars of Downtown Business,” the…
ICBA Kicks off 2013 ICBA National Convention and Techworld® in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nev. (March 11, 2013)—Today more than 3,300 community bankers and industry leaders gathered for the opening of the 2013 Independent Community Bankers of America® (ICBA) National Convention and Techworld® at the Wynn Las Vegas and Encore. The convention, which runs through Friday, March 15, is the largest gathering of community bankers in the…
Seasons at Prince Creek West Celebrates 15,000 Square Feet Expansion– Grand Clubhouse Welcomes First Visitors
Murrells Inlet, SC–Seasons at Prince Creek West, the active adult lifestyle community that has made its mark as one of the country’s most luxurious locales for active adults 55+, has announced the opening of its grand clubhouse. Featuring 15,000 square feet, the new facility greets visitors with a breathtaking view of its resort-style outdoor pool. …
Barbershop Chorus Selects New Director
It is a great pleasure to announce that Jim Halvorson has been selected as the new director for the Silver Statesmen barbershop chorus. Jim’s experience and ability to connect with every member of the chorus was very much in evidence during the audition process. There was stiff competition with two other highly qualified and experienced…
Landscape Seniority: Safe & Efficient Tools for Senior Gardening and Lawn Care
One is never too old to enjoy the great outdoors by tending to the garden or mowing the lawn. Your golden years aren’t the time to delegate tasks to others or relinquish landscaping. Plenty of tools exist to make gardening and landscaping a breeze. With the appropriate ergonomic tools and judicious decision-making, you can safely…
Renwon Offers Colorectal Cancer Home Screening Kits
To emphasize Renown Institute for Cancer’s commitment to quality cancer care and the importance of getting screened, Renown Health is offering a colorectal cancer home screening kit for only $15 ($5 savings) during the months of March and April. The $15 screening kit, Fecal Immunochemical Test (FIT), is a home screening for annual colon cancer detection. Dr….
City Of Las Vegas April 2013 Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events
All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration. Register today to build your healthy lifestyle! Spring Celebration and Foster Connect (all ages) Saturday, April 6, noon to 4 p.m. Free and open…
City Of Las Vegas April 2013 Senior Events
Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Activities At City Centers The city of Las Vegas active adult and senior centers offer exercise, fitness, craft, arts, dance, music and computer classes; cards; games; discussion and social groups; luncheons; sports; and special events Monday through Friday to residents age 50 and better. Many of…
Liberty Tax Service Salutes Police Officers, EMTs and Firefighters with Free Tax Preparation
Liberty Tax Service once again is offering free tax preparation to salute firefighters, EMT/EMS personnel, police, and law enforcement officers. From March 4-10, 2013 at participating locations, Liberty Tax will prepare tax returns free of charge to those firefighters, police, and law enforcement officers who are first-time customers. “This is just our way of…
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts April 2013 Calendar Of Events
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts April 2013 Calendar Of Events 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101 Contact: Margaret Kurtz, (702) 229-6993 Feb. 28, 2013 Cultural Arts & Community Events programs: www.artslasvegas.org City of Las Vegas website: www.lasvegasnevada.gov PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Ethnic Express International Folk Dancing (ages 8+)…
The Vision Council Launches Online Resource for Low Vision and Saving Sight
The Vision Council is pleased to announce the launch of www.whatislowvision.org — a new web site created to educate the public on low vision, its symptoms, and the resources available to help. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130228/PH61076LOGO-a ) (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130228/PH61076LOGO-b ) As America’s baby boomers enter their senior years, they may notice a gradual loss in some areas of…
Social Services and Education Programs
March calendar of social services and education programs for individuals, caregivers, and family members impacted by the diseases we treat. All of these programs are open to the community and are offered free of charge. Lending Library (4th Floor) Featuring hundreds of books, videos and brochures for patients, families and the community-at-large. Open to…
Symphony Park Lecture Series Announces Next Presentation
“Rock Stars of Downtown Business” Panel discussion on the secrets of downtown’s successful business owners – large and small WHAT: During the next SymphonyPark lecture, a panel of successful business leaders, investors and entrepreneurs will share their diverse experiences as contributors to the downtown revitalization. Titled, “Rock Stars of Downtown Business,” the free public…
Nevada Volunteers to Present over $600,000 to Legislature
Nevada Volunteers, the Governor’s Commission on Service, will present the Nevada Legislature in Carson City on February 28, 2013 at 9:45 a.m., a check of $679,276. Nevada Volunteers distributes the AmeriCorps*State funding allocated to Nevada from Congress and is the state authority on volunteer information. “This check represents the value of AmeriCorps members and…
Free Vision Forum At Las Vegas Senior Center March 7
No-Cost Basic Skills Workshops For Visually Impaired Living as a blind or visually impaired person is such a challenge! How do you find where you’re going, achieve your potential, or complete your education? Join other visually impaired individuals, their families and those who serve them for a free one-day event with workshops on basic…
Top Five Tips To Save Your Vision: EyeCare America Encourages Prevention and Early Detection
Many people take their vision for granted, but what if you lost your peripheral vision, developed a black spot in the center of your visual field, or even went blind altogether? For more than 4.2 million Americans living with serious vision loss or blindness, these and other vision challenges can make it difficult to enjoy…
City Of Las Vegas March 2013 Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events
City Of Las Vegas March 2013 Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration. Register today to build your healthy lifestyle! Ward 1 Puppy…
Fashion Show Salutes Youth Volunteers For Exceptional Community Service
More than 30 high school young men and women from National Charity League Las Vegas and Young Men’s Service League take the runway at Fashion Show WHAT: In recognition of thousands of hours of community service performed by local youth, Fashion Show hosts a special runway show to salute and recognize the good works…
Ophthalmologists Consider Five Tests and Treatments that Would Benefit from Doctor-Patient Conversations
American Academy of Ophthalmology Joins Choosing Wisely® Campaign to Advance Quality Eye Care and Promote Health Care Savings The American Academy of Ophthalmology today announced it is participating in the Choosing Wisely® campaign, a national initiative of the American Board of Internal Medicine Foundation to encourage conversations between patients and their doctors about treatment options…
City Of Las Vegas March 2013 Senior Events
City Of Las Vegas March 2013 Senior Events Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Activities At City Centers The city of Las Vegas active adult and senior centers offer exercise, fitness, craft, arts, dance, music and computer classes; cards; games; discussion and social groups; luncheons; sports; and special events Monday through Friday…
Café Latte owner brings deep Italian and culinary roots to new coffee spot
Las Vegas – Café Latte has two new locations in downtown Las Vegas: inside the Plaza Hotel on Main Street at 1 South Main Street; and on the first floor of inside the Molasky Corporate Center, 100 N. City Parkway. According to owner Luigi Bomparola, both are doing well and filling a need for…
Queen’s study shows psychotropic drug dispensing increases on entry to care homes
Queen’s study shows psychotropic drug dispensing increases on entry to care homes A study by Queen’s University Belfast has found that the dispensing of psychotropic drugs to older people in Northern Ireland increases on entry to care homes. According to the study, due to be published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society,…
The Little Engine That Could Earns Her Whistle
Believing that anything is possible, believing that magic can be found anywhere, and above all believing in oneself are all lessons to be found in ArtsPower National Touring Theatre’s new musical version of the beloved children’s classic The Little Engine That Could™ Earns Her Whistle. The Little Blue Engine, against all odds, finds a way…
Save on a Summer Escape to Luxurious Moon Dance Resorts
Jump at your chance to secure the lowest rates of the year at this distinctive boutique hotel and luxury villa collection poised on Negril’s dramatically scenic, seaside cliffs and its famed Seven Mile Beach Negril, Jamaica – Plan a summer escape and enjoy the lowest rates of the year at Negril’s exclusive Moon Dance Resorts,…
Pediatric Flatfoot – Cause for Alarm?
Untreated Flat Feet in Children Can Result in Chronic Pain, Reduced Mobility and an Increased Risk for Obesity Parents keep a close eye on their growing children, watching for proper development and alert for any sign of a problem because small problems can have big implications. Surgeons at the Annual Conference of the American…
Legendary Band Heart Premieres on Fremont Street Experience’s Viva Vision
Heart – Crazy on Vegas to premiere Feb. 14 Fremont Street Experience is adding a new show to its already spectacular Viva Vision line-up. Heart – Crazy on Vegas — premiering on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14 at 6 p.m. with a second showing at 11 p.m. – is a musical showcase with stunning graphics that is built around…
AmeriCorps* State Grant Funds Available
MAKE AN IMPRINT ON NEVADA Each year Nevada AmeriCorps grantees impact the quality of life in Nevada through national service funding provided through the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act. Nevada received more than $2,109,000 in AmeriCorps funding for the 2013-2014 program year and is currently opening its Notice of Funding Opportunity for nonprofits, faith-based…
Lisfranc Injury: Easy to Miss, Hard to Get Over
Left untreated, this little-known foot injury can lead to serious long-term problems Elite athletes like NFL quarterback Matt Schaub and wide receiver Santonio Holmes had productive seasons ended by the little-known and often overlooked Lisfranc injury, a serious foot injury that few have heard of and no one wants. But foot and ankle surgeons…
Fifth Street Gaming to Unveil Downtown Grand Model Rooms
Complete Installation of Massive Building Signs WHAT: Seth Schorr, CEO of Fifth Street Gaming, a Nevada-based casino management company overseeing the redevelopment of Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino, will unveil two of the hotel’s model rooms, showcasing the work of renowned architect and designer, Howard Fields. Fields’ firm, HFA International is one of…
The Home Depot Foundation to Announce Significant Grant to Veterans Village
HELP LAUNCH VEGAS LOVES VETERANS CAMPAIGN WHAT: Fred Wacker, COO of The Home Depot Foundation, will announce the awarding of a significant grant to Veterans Village Las Vegas at a brief ceremony that will also include dozens of associate volunteers from The Home Depot. The Home Depot Foundation, which has been actively engaged in…
Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam ® and Beads of Courage® Put Patients at Renown Children’s Hospital in Driver’s Seat
Monster Jam Drivers Nicole Johnson and Chuck Werner Visit Patients and Distribute Monster Jam Bead of Courage ® On March 8, Nicole Johnson, driver of Scooby Doo and Chuck Werner, driver of El Toro Loco celebrated the crushing power of courage and confidence with patients at Renown Children’s Hospital, 1155 Mill St., in Reno. …
SLCC Joins National Program to Train Baby Boomers for Jobs
Salt Lake Community College was recently chosen to join the Plus 50 Encore Completion Program, a national effort to train 10,000 baby boomers for new jobs in healthcare, education and social services. The program is sponsored by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). The College will assist adults age 50 and over in completing…
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts March 2013 Calendar Of Events
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts March 2013 Calendar Of Events 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101 Contact: Margaret Kurtz, (702) 229-6993 Feb. 11, 2013 Cultural Arts & Community Events programs: www.artslasvegas.org City of Las Vegas website: www.lasvegasnevada.gov PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Spring Class Registration at Charleston Heights Arts Center (ages 2-adult) Charleston Heights…
DLVA Announces New Executive Committee for 2013
Rich Worthington of Molasky Group passes leadership role to Terry Murphy of Strategic Solutions The Downtown Las Vegas Alliance, a group of business owners and stakeholders who believe in reclaiming downtown as the locals’ center of culture, commerce and community, announced its new chairperson and executive committee on February 6, 2013. The member-elected DLVA executive…
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria To Host Special Dinner for Susan G. Komen for the Cure of Southern Nevada
“Grimaldi’s Pizzeria For the Cure” to serve three-course meal for $15 donation on Feb. 25 LAS VEGAS – Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, famous for its award-winning, hand-tossed, coal-fired brick oven pizzas, will host a special dinner for Susan G. Komen of Southern Nevada on Monday, Feb. 25 at the Rainbow restaurant (7155 S. Rainbow Rd.) A three-course…
Soak Up Summer Savings at Calabash Cove Resort & Spa
Enjoy the lowest rates of the year–plus bonus early-bird savings when you book by February 28–at this luxurious, beachfront boutique resort on sunny Saint Lucia St. Lucia, West Indies — What are you waiting for? Plan your escape to the Caribbean’s most beautiful island during its most festive season and enjoy the lowest rates of…
Staying Safe: Tips to Prevent Falls, Burglary & Other Senior Safety Woes
In a recent survey of 1,616 people over the age of 45, AARP found that eight out of 10 people plan to stay in their homes as long as possible. This trend, called “aging in place,” is continually gaining traction as more seniors opt to update their homes instead of moving into retirement or senior-care…
Fifth Street Gaming to Unveil Downtown Grand Model Rooms Complete Installation of Massive Building Signs
WHAT: Seth Schorr, CEO of Fifth Street Gaming, a Nevada-based casino management company overseeing the redevelopment of Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino, will unveil two of the hotel’s model rooms, showcasing the work of renowned architect and designer, Howard Fields. Fields’ firm, HFA International is one of the world’s premier and most active hotel &…
Former NAELA President Appointed to Long-Term Care Commission
House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi appointed Judith Stein, longtime member, Past President, and Fellow of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), to the National Commission on Long-Term Care. Leader Pelosi’s other appointments include SCAN Foundation President Dr. Bruce Allen Chernoff, and activist and philanthropist George Vrandenberg. The 15-member Commission was established by the…
Great Las Vegas Music
The bars, lounges, supper clubs and joints around town are filled with another week of great entertainment. Start the weekend early with Mark Giovi at Casa di Amore. Reviewed by one website as, “Vegas, the way it used to be,” Casa di Amore remains a favorite of locals and a destination for visitors worldwide. A…
New International Federation on Ageing Report Declares Vision Loss No Longer an Inevitable Part of Ageing
Calls for Investments in Preventive Eye Health to Reduce Social and Economic Burdens of Vision Loss The International Federation on Ageing (IFA) today released a new report describing the health, social and economic burdens of vision loss on a global society that is rapidly ageing. The report calls for increased public education and awareness programs,…
“Best of Home Care” Award – Second Year in a Row
No Place Like Home Senior Care today announced that it has been recognized with Home Care Pulse’s “Best of Home Care” Provider of Choice distinction. Awarded to the top 25% of agencies in client and employee satisfaction scores from Home Care Pulse, No Place Like Home Senior Care is now ranked among a select few…
Northern Nevada Medical Group Announces Two Additional Cardiologists
Northern Nevada Medical Center welcomes two additional local cardiologists to their team of physicians affiliated with the Northern Nevada Medical Group. Chad Bidart, MD, FACC and Colin Fuller, MD, FACC, FACP, FSCAI, are providing heart and vascular care at Northern Nevada Medical Center’s Accredited Chest Pain Center. They join Northern Nevada Medical Group cardiologists Dr….
The Home Depot Foundation to Announce Significant Grant to Veterans Village
HELP LAUNCH VEGAS LOVES VETERANS CAMPAIGN WHAT: Fred Wacker, COO of The Home Depot Foundation, will announce the awarding of a significant grant to Veterans Village Las Vegas at a brief ceremony that will also include dozens of associate volunteers from The Home Depot. The Home Depot Foundation, which has been actively engaged in supporting…
Tips to increase safety and lower the risk of hearing loss when listening to music while exercising
Listening to loud music through headphones can make a walk, run or bike ride more enjoyable, but it can distract from potential hazards. There are two serious issues: compromised safety and the risk of increased hearing loss. Serious accidents involving pedestrians wearing headphones with electronic devices such as iPods and MP3 Players have more than…
What is noise-induced hearing loss?
Tips on how to prevent hearing loss and maintain good hearing Noise-induced hearing loss is the most common cause of hearing loss. It is often permanent, but preventable! The National Institute of Health reports that 10 million Americans have already suffered hearing damage from loud sounds. In addition, another 30 million are exposed to dangerous…
More Than 7,300 Youth From Around The World To Participate In Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Soccer Showcase Feb. 16-18
Event Will Bring An Estimated $10+ Million Into Local Economy The largest international youth soccer tournament in the country will take place in Las Vegas Presidents’ Day weekend, Feb. 16-18. An expected 452 youth soccer teams from around the world will compete during the annual Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase tournament. More than 7,300…
Downtown 3rd hosts the International Vendor Village during the second annual Chinese New Year in the Desert
Festival takes place in downtown Las Vegas February 8-10 LAS VEGAS – The Year of the Water Snake kicks off with the second annual Chinese New Year celebration in downtown Las Vegas, February 8 -10, as the area is transformed into a spring festival. Throughout the three-day event, guests can visit the International Vendor Village,…
US Senator Dean Heller, recently appointed member of Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, to Tour Veterans Village Las Vegas Tomorrow
WHAT: US Senator Dean Heller will tour Veterans Village Las Vegas tomorrow. Recently appointed as a member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Heller will learn first-hand about Veterans Village Las Vegas, a comprehensive and highly innovative housing and resource facility for U.S. veterans and their families. Veterans Village opened in 2012 in a…
iHop Serves Hospitalized Children Free Pancakes Day Early
On the eve of National Pancake Day, International House of Pancakes (IHOP) is delivering short stacks to patients at Renown Children’s Hospital. The “breakfast for lunch” will be served with special toppings to children without diet restrictions at the hospital from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Feb. 4. The annual National Pancake Day effort is…
City Of Las Vegas Presents Musical Theatre And Concerts Feb. 15-17
Enjoy Rainbow Company’s “Across The Truckee” At The Historic Fifth Street School The city of Las Vegas offers family entertainment options Feb. 15-17. The Rainbow Company Youth Theatre’s upcoming production of “Across The Truckee” combines musical theatre, Nevada history and audience participation in a “one-of-a-kind” experience that is bound to please audiences of all ages….
Nine simple ways you can improve your heart health
Ten minutes a day is all you need to be heart healthy. Walking the dog, knowing your numbers, eating your greens – those are a few heart-healthy things that only Take 10. Since 1963, to urge Americans to join the battle against heart and vascular diseases, Congress has advised the president to proclaim February “American…
Free Personal Income Tax Form Preparation Assistance At City Of Las Vegas Senior Centers
Trained Volunteers Will Assist Seniors And Lower-Income Residents Volunteers from AARP will offer residents age 50 and older free assistance with personal income tax form preparation and electronic filing at four city active adult and senior centers beginning in February. In addition, participants in the Internal Revenue Service Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will…
Caesars Foundation Presents the 12th Annual 5K Run for a Wish to benefit Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada
Who: Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada What: 5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Fun Walk When: Registration 7:00 a.m., Saturday, February 2, 2013; Run begins at 9:00 a.m. Where: Town Square Las Vegas, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country Parking lot (Las Vegas, Nev.) January 30, 2013 – Caesar’s Foundation presents the 12th Annual “5K Run for a Wish” to benefit Make-A-Wish…
Local Leader Larry W. Ruvo to receive national honor and one NV senior to receive $20,000 Horatio Alger scholarships
The Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., is pleased to announce that Larry W. Ruvo is one of 11 individuals selected to receive the Horatio Alger Award in 2013. The Horatio Alger Award is presented each year to individuals who have overcome obstacles to become successful entrepreneurs or community leaders. Based in Nevada, Larry…
Hilton Worldwide Has Directed All Their Hotels To Install Smoking Shelters
A Handi-Hut smoking shelter installed at Hilton Worldwide headquarters was used to define the directive. Smoking shelters comply with the law without imposing a total smoking ban. The prefabricated sections are easily installed with options for designs, size, color, HVAC and lighting. Pertinent excerpts from the directive are: 1. All existing hotels currently operating with…
Lyon County moving forward with strategies to increase broadband access and use
Lyon County, Nevada now has an action plan to make way for greater technology use across the community and pave the way for a brighter economic future. The Technology Action Plan was unveiled as part of Lyon County’s participation in the Connected community engagement program through the Connect Nevada initiative. Thirteen Nevada communities are currently…
City Of Las Vegas Offers Weekend Concerts Feb. 22-23
Music Aficionados Have Multiple Concert Choices Everyone is invited to share an evening with the legend¬ary singer/songwriter Peter Yarrow Friday, Feb. 22, starting at 8 p.m. at the Historic Fifth Street School, located at 401 S. Fourth St. A member of the renowned folk-rock group “Peter, Paul and Mary,” Yarrow will look back over his…
Fifteen MGM Resorts International Properties Awarded Top Green Key Global Eco-Ratings for Conservation
Bellagio and Circus Circus elevate in rank Fifteen resorts operated by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) have achieved the prestigious Green Key rating for environmental conservation from the largest sustainable operations certification body in the world. The accomplishment peaks MGM Resorts’ previous achievement of 12 properties designated with “Green Key” honors. Since a previous assessment…
Singing Valentines Will Keep Las Vegas Singing in February
They’ll be saying “I love you” in song — and they’ll be leaving hundreds of lucky romantics speechless. On Wednesday and Thursday, February 13 and 14, a group of barbershop quartets will fan out across the Las Vegas Valley to deliver Singing Valentines to hundreds of special sweethearts. The sound of harmony will ring out…
Jewish War Veterans Come Together to Help Veterans Village Las Vegas
Veterans Village Las Vegas, is a comprehensive housing and resource facility for U.S. veterans and their families and located in a repurposed Econo Lodge motel on Las Vegas Boulevard, has a new support group – more than 60 members of the Jewish War Veterans Murray L. Rosen Post 64. According to Senior Vice Commander Steve…
Natalie Cole to Headline at Nat King Cole Generation Hope, Inc. GENERATIONS Concert to Raise Funds for Music Education
Nine-time GRAMMY® award-winning singer and songwriter Natalie Cole will headline at the second annual GENERATIONS, a Nat King Cole Generation Hope Inc. concert benefit to raise funds for music education on Friday, March 1, 2013 at the Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Florida (the venue…
No more “empty nest”: middle-aged adults face family pressure on both sides
The “empty nest” of past generations, in which the kids are grown up and middle-aged adults have more time to themselves, has been replaced in the United States by a nest that’s full – kids who can’t leave, can’t find a job and aging parents who need more help than ever before. According to a…
North Hill, Boston-Area Senior Living Community, Wins Innovation Award and Award for Best Repositioned 50+ Housing “On the Boards” Project in the U.S.
At an awards ceremony in Las Vegas last night, North Hill, the leading Boston-area senior living community, was honored with three Gold and two Silver awards in the National Association of Home Builders Best of 50+ Housing competition. This included being named the Best Repositioned 50+ Housing project “on the boards” in the nation. And…
Named Finalist for PR News’ CSR Award among Coca-Cola, Disney and UPS
A leading showcase for the most powerful corporate social responsibility and green campaigns has named MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) a finalist for its annual awards program in the category of Overall Leader in CSR Practices – more than 10,000 employees. MGM Resorts is the only company in the gaming industry and the only company…
National Nonprofit Twilight Wish Foundation Joins Forces with Parent-giving to Increase Awareness of Contributions of Caregivers
The national nonprofit Twilight Wish Foundation is pleased to announce a new partnership with Parentgiving.com, based in Montclair, New Jersey. Keith Maddox, CEO of Parentgiving, presented a check for $10,000 to Cass Forkin, founder of Twilight Wish Foundation at their Doylestown, PA offices on January 10, 2013. The funding received from Parentgiving will be used…
Five Easy Steps to a Low Maintenance Eco-friendly Landscape
Gardening expert Melinda Myers provides a step-by-step plan to transform your landscape while saving time, money and a natural resource It’s possible to create a beautiful landscape and be kind to the environment even with a busy schedule and while staying within budget. “All it takes is a bit of planning and a few low…
Take Better Care of Yourself in 2013-and do it sitting down!
Most healthcare professionals would agree that taking better care of yourself in the New Year is one of the best resolutions one could make. Resolving to routinely exercise is one of the best ways to accomplish that—even for people living with limited mobility. And to help get that exercise, The SCOOTER Store, along with Mary…
Governor Reveals the Recipients of Annual Volunteerism Award
Governor Brian Sandoval announced the six recipients at the 11th Annual Governor’s Points of Light Awards held Friday, January 18th. The awards luncheon was held in conjunction with the Volunteer and Corporate Engagement Summit. The Summit featured national and regional speakers and included Michael Yackira, CEO of NV Energy and Phyllis James, Vice-President of Corporate…
Locals Invited to Fall In Love Downtown
For Southern Nevadans who may not have visited downtown Las Vegas recently, Valentine’s Day is a great time to explore the area. Downtown offers a variety of opportunities for the perfect date night. The Smith Center for the Performing Arts hosts Itzhak Perlman on Feb 13. Dinner at Triple George Grill, drinks and games at…
National Surgical Association Comes to Las Vegas
The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) is hosting its 71st Annual Scientific Conference in Las Vegas on February 11-14, 2013 at Mandalay Bay Resort & Conference Center. ACFAS is a professional society of more than 6,800 foot and ankle surgeons dedicated to promoting the art and science of foot, ankle, and related…
Research Suggests Massage Therapy Is Effective For Health Conditions In People Of All Ages
Massage Therapy Shown to be Beneficial for Enhancing Immune Function in Preterm Infants, Decreasing Blood Pressure and Improving Stability in Older Persons and Reducing Stress in Cancer Patients. People of all ages are beginning to understand the many benefits of massage therapy, including the role it can play in overall health and well-being. Recent research…
Neon Lit Presents Six Readers
Fiction and poetry writers from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ Creative Writing Masters of Fine Arts program read monthly at the Arts Factory (January 21, 2013– Las Vegas) – Neon Lit, a monthly literary event presented by the UNLV MFA and PhD programs, will present student readers and guests Friday, January 25, at Trifecta…
Celebrate the Year of the Water Snake with Chinese New Year Festivities at Fremont Street Experience
Celebrate the Year of the Water Snake with Chinese New Year Festivities at Fremont Street Experience Second Annual Chinese New Year in the Desert to Take Place in Downtown Las Vegas Feb. 8-10 Celebrate the Year of the Water Snake as Fremont Street Experience, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) and Golden Catalyst…
Looking for Success in 2013?
MYVEGAS IS ALL ABOUT SUCCESS! YOURS! PERSONAL, OR BUSINESS! We’ll be providing tips from the pros over the next year, And here’s just one to get you going… A few days a go, my good friend and colleague, Jeff Rogers, released a new ebook called “How to Live an Aligned Life: Find the Life, Purpose,…
Healthy Aging: Up2Me
Healthy Aging: Up2Me – January 18, 12:30 – 3:00 PM Join us for this proven six week program helping caregivers and individuals with chronic diseases set goals and develop skills for success. Free and open to the public, advance registration required. Contact Susan, 483-6023, hirschs2@ccf.org Lunch & Learn Wednesdays, 12 noon – 1 pm 888…
VIVA TOURS COORDINATES FIRST US FAM TRIP FOR CHINA’S LARGEST AIRLINE
Influential group of Chinese travel executives, media visit Las Vegas, Los Angeles and San Francisco in wake of growing US travel demand amongst affluent Chinese travelers Viva Tours, a Las Vegas-based North American receptive tour operator focused on the rapidly expanding Chinese outbound travel market, is coordinating the first familiarization (FAM) trip to the US sponsored…
Las Vegas Lindy Hop Scene Growing in Venues and Size
Las Vegas – January 3, 2013 Swing Dancing in Las Vegas is alive and well and led by a group of dancers with a big vision. Within a period of two years, the social dance scene has grown from one night a week to include a monthly event at the historic Knights of Columbus Hall…
WestStar CU Converts Smiles to Cash for Opportunity Village
Las Vegas, Nev. – On Friday, Jan. 4 at 4 p.m., WestStar Credit Union will be making a $16,000 donation to Opportunity Village as the culmination of their 2012 charity campaign: A Mile of Smiles. In August 2012, WestStar Credit Union set out on a mission to collect a mile’s worth of smiles with the…
QUINCEAÑERAS MAGAZINE TO HOST COVER MODEL CASTING AT THE BOULEVARD MALL
WHAT: On Sunday, January 6, Quinceañeras Magazine will host an open casting in search of its next Miss Cover Girl. Young ladies of Hispanic descent, ages 14-15, are invited to attend. All contestants must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. Nevada residents only. A release form will be required in order to be considered….
ElderCarelink.com launches contest to reward family caregivers
ElderCarelink.com is hosting the “Share Why You Care” contest that asks caregivers to share stories about their caregiving experiences. Readers vote for their favorite caregiver to win a free spa day and in-home care of their loved one for a day. January 7, 2013 (VOCUS) Foster City, Calif. – – ElderCareLink.com, a one-stop elder care…
The 20 Pearls Foundation Inc. Presents An Evening with Violin ‘Soul-o-ist’ Karen Briggs In Support of the HerShe Group Foundation, Inc.
The 20 Pearls Foundation Inc. Presents An Evening with Violin ‘Soul-o-ist’ Karen Briggs In Support of the HerShe Group Foundation, Inc. Thursday, January 31, 2013, 6:30 p.m. The Smith Center for the Performing Arts Tickets are $65 & $70, plus any additional service fees To purchase tickets, please visit The Smith Center Box Office, call…
The Las Vegas Silver Statesmen Hold First Meeting
The Las Vegas Silver Statesmen Hold First Meeting The Silver Statesmen Barbershop Chorus met on Thursday, January 3rd, for its inaugural meeting as a new chorus. It was attended by over 60 men whose professed hobby is barbershop singing. This new chorus brings a wealth of experience from many years of barbershop in the Las…
Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Activities At City Centers
City Of Las Vegas February Senior Special Events Las Vegas Residents Invited To Celebrations, Luncheons & Activities At City Centers The city of Las Vegas active adult and senior centers offer exercise, fitness, craft, arts, dance, music and computer classes; cards; games; discussion and social groups; luncheons; sports; and special events Monday through Friday to…
The Dr. Miriam & Sheldon G. Adelson Educational Campus Presents a Free Parenting Workshop from World-Renown Psychologist
The Dr. Miriam & Sheldon G. Adelson Educational Campus Presents a Free Parenting Workshop from World-Renown Psychologist New York Times Best Selling Author Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D. Provides a Practical Guide to Raising Healthy, Secure Children Las Vegas – Jan. 8, 2012 –The Dr. Miriam & Sheldon G. Adelson Educational Campus is offering a free Parenting…
Springs Cafe Announces the First Cooking Workshops for 2013 – Presented by the Culinary Academy of Las Vegas
Las Vegas- January 9, 2013 – The Culinary Academy of Las Vegas is kicking off the New Year with the first set of Springs Cafe Cooking Workshops for the 2013 season. Learn how to cook with gourmet vegetables found at the local farmers markets and master the many uses of fresh herbs and tomatoes from…
City Of Las Vegas February 2013 – Recreation, Adaptive Recreation & Community Special Events
All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration. Register today to build your healthy lifestyle! Most facilities will be closed Feb. 18 for holiday observance. Co-ed Fall Flag Football Registration Opens (ages 6-14)…
City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts – February 2013 Calendar Of Events
PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE Centers will be closed Feb. 18 for holiday observance. Scottish Country Dancing (ages 13+) Fridays, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Admission: $5 dollars per person per week at door; $4 for members of Southern Nevada Old Time Contra Dancers. Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383. Scottish country dancing…
Valentine Feature: 3 Surefire Tips to Keep the Sizzle in Your Relationship
Falling in love is magical, but staying in love can feel like the impossible dream! This Valentine’s Day rekindle the fire in your romance with three easy tips offered by Deanna Brann, PhD, Huffington Post Wedding blogger and author of Reluctantly Related: Secrets To Getting Along With Your Mother-in-Law or Daughter-in-Law: 1. Schedule at least…
Financial Solution for Baby Boomers is to Start Their Own Businesses, Says Founder of Bizstarters
Jeff Williams proclaims the benefits of starting a business at the age of 50 or older CHICAGO, Jan. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Americans over age 50 face a profound dilemma today – the vast majority want to keep working well into their sixties but fewer and fewer of them are welcome in the corporate world,…
Nevada puts Citizenship and Service into Action
Nevada Volunteers encourages Nevadans to Re-Commit Themselves to Service RENO/LAS VEGAS, January 8, 2013 – Nevada Volunteers, the Governor’s Commission on Service, encourages all Nevadans to use the legacy of Dr. King to re-commit themselves to service. In addition to promoting volunteerism across the State, Nevada Volunteers produces the premier volunteer recognition event in Nevada….
Five Physicians Honored for Outstanding Care of Patients Near the End of Life
Leaders who develop palliative care best practices receive 2013 Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Physician Awards. (Garrison NY, January 15, 2013) Five physicians who have distinguished themselves in caring for patients near the end of life have been named recipients of the 2013 Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Physician Awards. “The Hastings Center Cunniff-Dixon Physician Awards are in their…
AARP Launches New YouTube Series, The Cheap Life with Jeff Yeager
AARP Savings Expert’s Weekly Series Helps People Get the Most for their Money WASHINGTON, Jan. 15, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Today, AARP launched the latest in its original video series on YouTube, “The Cheap Life with Jeff Yeager,” featuring AARP savings expert Jeff Yeager. During each weekly episode, Yeager, who is also known as the “Ultimate…