The City of Henderson is getting in the spirit of the holiday season, taking families back in time for this weekend’s WinterFest. This old-fashioned Christmas delight will feature exciting festivities for all ages, from horse-drawn carriage rides to visits with Santa, strolling carolers to popular Dickens characters roaming the streets, carousel rides, concerts and more. Admission is complimentary.

The event will conclude with a dazzling grand finale celebration with the first-ever WinterFest Evening Light Parade. Taking place at 5 pm on Saturday night, the procession will feature a colorful display of spectacular entries, all decked out in lights, illuminating the streets of Henderson’s historic Water Street District.

For more information or a complete schedule of events for this year’s WinterFest – An Old-Fashioned Christmas Delight, visit HendersonLive.com or call the City of Henderson Cultural Arts & Tourism Department at (702) 267-2171. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

WHEN: Friday, December 9 – 6-9 pm

Saturday, December 10, 12-8 pm, WinterFest Evening Light Parade at 5 pm

WHERE: Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, Water Street District

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Friday, December 9
Official Tree Lighting – 6 pm
Henderson Symphony Orchestra – 7 pm

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Visits with Santa,
Carousel, Gingerbread House Display, Pony Rides,
Children’s Activities, Festival of Trees, Miniature
Christmas Village, Santa’s Slide and more

7-9 pm

Saturday, December 10
Scrooge & Friends, Strolling Carolers, Candyland
Adventure, Storytelling, Craft Bazaar & Live
Entertainment on Two Stages

12-5 pm

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Visits with Santa,
Carousel, Gingerbread House Display, Pony Rides,
Children’s Activities, Festival of Trees, Miniature
Christmas Village, Santa’s Slide, Children’s Art
Gallery and more

12-8 pm

WINTERFEST EVENING LIGHT PARADE – 5 pm

The City of Henderson, in partnership with the Korean Cultural Center in Los Angeles and Korean Foundation, will host the first-ever Korean Cultural Day 2010, October 14 at 7 p.m. at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. The program will feature over 10 performances by dancers and musicians on tour from Korea for a limited engagement in the United States. Admission is complimentary.

“We are honored to be only one of two cities in the United States selected to host these talented performers,” said Andrea Primo, Director of the Cultural Arts & Tourism Department. “This is a great opportunity for the community to participate in the cultural exchange to better understand and appreciate the many aspects of the Korean culture.”

Korean Cultural Day 2010 will include traditional and modern Korean music and dances, elaborate and elegant Korean costumes, as well as Taekwondo demonstrations. Additionally, guests will enjoy a special performance by one of Korea’s most famous hip hop dancers and world-renown poppers of the b-boy/breakdance leagues, “Poppin Hyun Joon”, who is recognized, internationally, for his “popping & locking”, ticking, animation and many other dance moves.

For additional information, visit HendersonLive.com or call (702) 267-2171.

WHO:
The Village Lake Las Vegas and a selection of pop, rock, soul, country and classic rock bands.

WHAT:
The Village provides a relaxing start to the weekend with its lineup of free, weekly, lakeside concerts on Friday nights in August. No coolers please.

WHEN:
All concerts are on Friday night from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Lineup for August is as follows:
August 20 – Voodoo Cowboys, hard pounding rock meets hard driving country
August 27 – Reggae Maestros, serving up an edgy reggae sound

WHERE:
The Village lakeside lawn
15 Costa di Lago
Henderson, NV 89011

COST:
This event is free and open to the public.

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Village At Lake Las Vegas Info and Reservations

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The 300th Army Band will perform, Thursday, June 24 at 8 p.m. at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. The 30-member band, which is comprised of Army Reserve soldiers, will perform classical, patriotic and contemporary pieces. Admission is free. Concert Band presents classical, patriotic and contemporary music.

The 300th Army Band is located in Bell, California at the Patton Army Reserve Center, just east of downtown Los Angeles. Members reside in areas stretching from San Diego to Las Vegas and hold civilian jobs in many fields, in and outside of music.

Over the last 15 years, the 300th Army Band has performed at a variety of community and military events throughout the nation, as well as supported humanitarian aid missions in El Salvador and Panama. The band has also participated in events with former president, Gerald Ford; California governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger; WWII pilot, Chuck Yeager; and Los Angeles Dodgers announcer, Vin Scully.

For additional information, visit www.HendersonLive.com or call (702) 267-2171

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Club Fortune Casino continues to offer locals a variety of weekend entertainment. Audiences can enjoy music from various genres with a different band each Friday night. KOMP 92.3 gets crowds moving on Saturdays with a live broadcast from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the Lounge Bar. For the month of June, Club Fortune Casino has added $1 BUCK Tuesdays. Patrons can enjoy $1 pina coladas and $1 sex on the beach drinks from 6 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. every Tuesday night.

 
June’s entertainment lounge schedule is as follows:

 
Every FRIDAY night from 8 p.m. to midnight:
June 4    Lara Ash & Inferno (’50s hits to present)
June 11   Playground (energetic rock)
June 18   Touch of Silk (classic R&B)
June 25   CoCoNut & the Clue (reggae)

Every SATURDAY night from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.:
June 5    Hair Nation                                       
June 12   Hair Nation with comedian Smiley Jo Wiley
June 19   Hair Nation Monster Rock Tribute show        
June 26   Hair Nation

 
All performances are free and guests must be 21 years or older.

 
About Club Fortune Casino
Club Fortune Casino is where the good times are! The staff strives to provide the friendliest and best customer service to all of its patrons. The casino has more than 550 slot machines, a brand new Poker Room, table games including blackjack, craps, mini-baccarat and roulette for guests to enjoy as well as a very rewarding players club program. The Player Rewards Center business hours are Sunday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to midnight and Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m.  The casino is located at 725 Racetrack Road in Henderson, Nevada. For more information, please call (702) 566-5555

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FREE art fair includes over 100 artists, live music, kids’ activities and chalk art masterpieces.

WHAT:          
ArtFest™ of Henderson has been a Mother’s Day weekend tradition for 13 years. The event will include over 100 select artisan and crafter booths, displaying and selling a variety of artwork including paintings, ceramics, jewelry and photography. Other family-friendly activities include two stages of live entertainment, food vendors and a Kids’ Gallery, an interactive area where children can participate in several arts and crafts activities, bounce houses and train rides. Additionally, a new section, entitled Made in Nevada, has been added to this year’s street fair. Made in Nevada supports the local arts community, allowing resident artists the opportunity to showcase their talents.

The Rotary Club of Green Valley returns for a second year with Piazza Colori, a version of an Italian street painting festival. More than 80 local amateur and professional artists, individuals, families, cultural organizations and companies will create chalk art masterpieces during the two-day event.

For additional information, visit www.HendersonLive.com.
 
WHEN:          
Saturday, May 8 – Sunday, May 9
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

WHERE:        
Henderson Events Plaza     
200 S. Water Street
Water Street District

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Club Fortune Casino continues to offer locals a variety of weekend entertainment. Audiences can enjoy music from various genres with a different band each Friday night. On Saturdays, KOMP 92.3 gets the energy flowing with a live broadcast from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. in the Lounge Bar. At 9 p.m., the live entertainment begins with ’80s metal band Hair Nation performing hits from artist such as Def Leppard, Poison and Van Halen, among others. Club Fortune Casino also just added Industry Night to its great entertainment lineup. Patrons can enjoy $1 domestic draft beer and $1 margaritas from 6 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. every Tuesday night. All performances are free and guests must be 21 years or older.

May’s entertainment lounge schedule is as follows:

Every FRIDAY night from 8 p.m. to midnight:

May 7   CoCoNut & the Clue (reggae)
May 14  Kill Jimi (classic rock/Top 40)
May 21  Touch of Silk (classic R&B)
May 28  Blush (classic rock)

Every SATURDAY night from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.:

May 1  Hair Nation                                       
May 8  Hair Nation with comedian Marc Patrick
May 15  Hair Nation               
May 22  Hair Nation Monster Rock Tribute show        

About Club Fortune Casino

Club Fortune Casino is where the good times are! The staff strives to provide the friendliest and best customer service to all of its patrons. The casino has more than 550 slot machines, a brand new Poker Room, table games including blackjack, craps, mini-baccarat and roulette for guests to enjoy as well as a very rewarding players club program. The Player Rewards Center business hours are Sunday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to midnight and Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.  The casino is located at 725 Racetrack Road in Henderson, Nev. For more information, please call (702) 566-5555

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Three Henderson Ben & Jerry’s locations will serve free ice cream cones to benefit local children’s charities.

Ben & Jerry’s, the company that broke the mold for businesses showing you could make a profit while giving back to the community, will commemorate its 32nd Annual “Free Cone Day” at Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shops inside the Galleria at Sunset, the District at Green Valley Ranch and, for the first time, adding the Sunset Station Hotel & Casino location in Henderson, with celebrity scoopers to benefit Lied Discovery Children’s Museum, the Nevada Community Learning Centers (formerly Classroom on Wheels) and St. Jude’s Ranch for Children. All small cones are FREE with no purchase necessary, but patrons are invited to make a donation to the respective local charity.

Local celebrities will roll up their sleeves and dig in at all three Scoop Shops and work to help raise money by scooping ice cream throughout the day on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, from Noon to 8 p.m.  Celebrities are being confirmed and will be announced shortly. 

“Free Cone Day” was originally launched to thank the community for their loyalty to Ben & Jerry’s and to congratulate the staff on the company’s first anniversary.  It was such a huge success; it is now a tradition that is celebrated each year. “Free Cone Day” at Ben & Jerry’s will happen across the globe and all proceeds are donated to local charities. This year, Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shops anticipate to give away more than two million free ice cream cones nationally.  While the full flavor line-up is up for grabs on “Free Cone Day” featuring “legend-dairy” palette pleasers like Chunky Monkey, Cherry Garcia and Chubby Hubby, Ben & Jerry’s will debut its newest offerings as part of the celebration:

 
Peanut Brittle – Peanut brittle ice cream with peanut brittle chunks and a caramel swirl.

Chocowlate Chip – Fair Trade Certified Vanilla ice cream with fudge cows.

Milk & Cookies- Fair Trade Certified Vanilla ice cream with a chocolate cookie swirl, chocolate chip & chocolate-chocolate chip cookie pieces.

The Galleria at Sunset is located at 1300 W. Sunset Road at the intersection of Stephanie Street. Ben & Jerry’s is located on the Upper Level, across from the Food Court.  For more information, please contact Ben & Jerry’s at 702-435-0330.

The District at Green Valley Ranch is located next to the Green Valley Ranch Casino on I-215 and Green Valley Parkway.  Ben & Jerry’s is located across from Panera Bread. For more information, please contact Ben & Jerry’s at 702-437-3300.

Sunset Station Hotel & Casino is located at 1301 W. Sunset Road.  Ben & Jerry’s is located inside the Food Court.  For more information, please contact Ben & Jerry’s at 702-435-1010.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Lied Discovery Children’s Museum is located at 833 Las Vegas Boulevard North, and is open Tue. – Fri. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun. Noon – 5 p.m. Admission is $8.50 for adults and $7.50 for children ages 1 through 17, seniors and military families. Children under one year are free. “Little Builders” is on display until May 9, 2010 and the new “Growing up with the Berenstain Bears” exhibit opens on March 13, 2010.  For more information call 702-382-KIDS (5437) or visit the Museum website: www.ldcm.org.

The Nevada Community Learning Centers (formerly Classroom on Wheels) mission is to provide preschool children and their families with free quality educational services to empower them to succeed in life. Throughout the years, the success of the COW program has grown tremendously. As a result, the parent organization name has been changed to Nevada Community Learning Centers and the preschool program renamed Three Key Years Preschool Program, while remaining dedicated to providing educational services to economically disadvantage preschool children and their families. For more information, please call 702-870-7201.

St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, located in Boulder City, serves all abandoned and neglected children and families, creating new chances, new choices and new hope in a safe, homelike environment while working to break the vicious cycle of child abuse and provide help and hope to children and families. For more information, please call 702-294-7100 or visit www.stjudesranch.org

Related Links:

Sunset Station Hotel & Casino

Green Valley Ranch Hotel & Casino

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Gallery Exhibit – Marian Nebriaga

January 11-February 12 w Free Admission

The Gallery at the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway

Marian Nebriaga explores the beauty of The Philippines with a collection of photographs depicting the island’s stunning countryside and dynamic culture.

 
Henderson Symphony Orchestra

February 12 at 8 p.m. w Henderson Convention Center w Free Admission

Master Series III explores Shakespeare’s most popular romantic tragedy, Romeo & Juliet, with works by Prokofiev and Berlioz.

 
United States Air Force Band of the Golden West

February 18 at 8 p.m. w Henderson Convention Center w Free Admission

The Band of the Golden West will foster our nation’s heritage through an exhilarating musical experience.

 
Gallery Exhibit – Jane Marquez

February 22-March 28 w Free Admission

The Gallery at the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway

Children from Jane Marquez’s art classes showcase their talents with inspirational drawings.

 
St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival

March 11-14 w Parade – March 13 at 10 a.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Celebrate the luck of the Irish with a parade, festive entertainment, carnival, rides and more.

 
Henderson Symphony Orchestra

March 28 at 2 p.m. w Henderson Pavilion w Free Admission

Winners from the Young Artists Competition will perform with the Henderson Symphony Orchestra.

 
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Lucy Walsh

April 9 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Lucy Walsh, the daughter of Eagles’ guitarist Joe Walsh, will take the family business to new heights with a show filled with beautiful ballads and spectacular melodies.

 
Tour de Cure

April 10 w Henderson Events Plaza (Start/Finish) w Free Spectator Admission

Annual bicycling fundraiser, benefiting the American Diabetes Association.

 
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Jon Schmidt

April 16 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

New Age pianist Jon Schmidt will amaze audiences with his powerful and exhilarating music.

 
Henderson Heritage Parade & Festival

April 17 from 8 a.m.-7 p.m.w Parade at 10 a.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Commemorate the City of Henderson’s rich traditions and vitality with a parade, live entertainment, fun activities and more.

 
Missoula Children’s Theatre

April 17 from 3 p.m. & 7 p.m.w Location TBD w Tickets: $5-$8

Local children star in a production of Robinson Crusoe.

 
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Chuck Mead

April 23 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

As the co-founder of the three-time Grammy-nominated BR549, Chuck Mead embarks on a solo career that combines the infectious sounds of country Western, folk and rock music.

 
Missoula Children’s Theatre

April 24 from 3 p.m. & 7 p.m.w Location TBD w Tickets: $5-$8

Local children star in a production of Robinson Crusoe.

 
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Tony Scodwell’s Big Band

April 30 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

This big band of amazing musicians will create a sound reminiscent of such greats as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and Stan Kenton.

 
Gallery Exhibit – Barbara Wilson

May 24- June 25 w Free Admission

The Gallery at the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway

An eclectic group of oil paintings that captures the essence of life and nature.

 
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United States Coast Guard Band

May 7 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

The internationally renowned band will entertain audiences with a variety of great music.

 
ArtFest of Henderson

May 8-9 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Spend Mother’s Day weekend admiring beautiful artwork from over 200 select artisans from across the nation, live entertainment and other fun activities.

 
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Theatre in the Valley

May 14 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Theatre in the Valley performs the romantic comedy, Second Time Around.

 
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Alpin Hong

May 21 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Alpin Hong makes the piano hip with an energized show featuring classical favorites, blockbuster movie scores and video game soundtracks.

 
Henderson Symphony Orchestra

May 21 at 8 p.m. w Henderson Pavilion w Free Admission

Season finale featuring works by Tchaikovsky and Sibelius.

 
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Sierra Noble

May 28 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

With a Top 40 hit, Sierra Noble will charm audiences with a contemporary performance featuring exceptional instrumentals and beautiful vocals.

 
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Henderson Symphony Orchestra

June 4 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Share a relaxing evening of light-hearted classics beneath the stars.

 
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June 11 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Enjoy an evening of arts, crafts and live music.

 
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June 18 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Enjoy an evening of arts, crafts and live music.

 
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June 25 wPre-Show at 7 p.m. w Concert at 8 p.m. w Henderson Events Plaza w Free Admission

Enjoy an evening of arts, crafts and live music.

 
Independence Day

July 4 from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. w Fireworks at 9 p.m. w Location TBD w Free Admission

Celebrate Independence Day with a patriotic evening filled with holiday festivities and a spectacular fireworks display.

 
Gallery Exhibit – Sylvia Bachiochi

July 5-August 6 w Free Admission

The Gallery at the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway

A catalog of watercolor paintings that reflect world destinations and the beauty of nature.

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WHAT:
Bring the family to Henderson for a jolly good time at this year’s WinterFest celebrations. Guests will enjoy a winter wonderland of holiday activities including a parade, ice skating, snow play, and pony rides. Did we mention Santa Claus will be visiting from the North Pole?!
Admission for the WinterFest activities and entertainment is FREE.

WHERE:
Henderson Events Plaza 200 S. Water Street

EVENT SCHEDULE:

Friday, December 11 – Henderson Events Plaza

6 p.m. Official tree lighting ceremony with Mayor Andy Hafen and Santa Claus.

6:15 p.m. Holiday decorating contest awards ceremony presented by the Commemorative Beautification Commission.

6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Visits with Santa Claus, holiday entertainment, train rides, ice skating, wagon rides, pony rides, petting zoo, Festival of Trees, gingerbread house displays and holiday tree lot.

 7:30 p.m. The Nutcracker performance

 
Saturday, December 12 – Henderson Events Plaza

10 a.m. WinterFest Parade down Water Street featuring the theme “Toys on Parade.”

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Craft fair

10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Visits with Santa Claus

11:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. Ice skating, train rides, snow play, storytelling, wagon rides, pony rides, petting zoo, Festival of Trees, gingerbread house displays and holiday tree lot.

11:45 a.m. – 5 p.m. Live entertainment

 5:30 p.m.  The Nutcracker performance

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