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| 100 Years
of Las Vegas Images |
When:
Feb 25 - Dec 31
9am - 5pm |
Where:
Nevada State Museum & Historical
Society, 700 Twin Lakes Drive |
Contact:
D. Millman (702)486-5205 |
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The Role of Women in Shaping
the First Hundred Years of Las Vegas |
When:
May 24 -
August 24 |
Where:
Sprint Office Building
330
Valley View Blvd. |
Contact:
M. Adrian (702)341-9807 |
On the web:
www.womenofdiversity.org |
Notes:
Sponsored by Women of Diversity Productions.
256 pictures and biographies of important women. |
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| Las Vegas Centennial Exhibition Virtual Tour |
When:
April 1 -
December 31,
6:30 - 8 pm |
Where:
Las Vegas Art Museum
9600 W. Sahara Av. |
Contact:
M. Kovacs (702)360-8000 |
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January 2005 |
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America's Party 2005:
Celebrating 100 years of Neon |
When:
January 1, 0 am |
Where:
Vegas Strip |
Contact:
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On the web:
Grucci's Press Release |
Notes:
World largest New Year's Eve
Fireworks Show, by Grucci, to officially kick off a year-long
celebration of the Las Vegas Centennial. A new aerial shell,
called the "Las Vegas Centennial Chip", has been designed for
this event. Another new feature presented here is the "Rumble
Digit Countdown", fireworks displaying the numbers from 10 to 1. |
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Las Vegas International Marathon,
Half-Marathon and 5K Run |
When:
January 29,
6:00 am (5K)
January 30
6:30 am (H-M)
7:30 am (M) |
Where:
Vegas Strip (5K)
South of LV (H-M and M),
along State Road 604.
Finish at Sunset Park. |
Contact:
lasvegasmarathon@aol.com |
On the web:
www.lvmarathon.com |
Notes:
One of the most classical International marathons.
More than 8,000 runners are expected.
There will be two special editions in a row:
the Centennial edition (in 2005) and the 40th Las Vegas Marathon (in 2006). |
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"Ladies First" - Sippin'
Sarsaparillas at the Stratosphere |
When:
January 31
11 am |
Where:
Top of the World Restaurant, Stratosphere Hotel and Casino |
Contact:
jrleagueoflv@aol.com
M. Brookman (702)253-0300
A. Quisenberry (702)869-5058 |
On the web:
www.jllv.org/gala.html |
Notes:
Luncheon organized by Junior
League of Las Vegas, honoring Nevada's First Ladies Dema Guinn, Sandy Miller, Bonnie Bryan and Kathy List.
$35.00 per person. |
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February 2005 |
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| The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Natural History: "Now and Then" |
When:
February 4 -
March 20 |
Where:
The Marjorie Barrick Museum
at UNLV |
Contact:
J. Thompson |
On the web:
hrcweb.nevada.edu/museum |
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| Las Vegas Days of Olde |
When:
February 13,
19-20, 2 pm
February 11-12,
17-19, 7 pm |
Where:
Reed Whipple Cultural Arts Center
821
N. Las Vegas Blvd. |
Contact:
K. McKenney-Dyer (702)229-6553 |
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Notes:
Presented by Rainbow Company Youth Theater. |
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| Atomic Testing Museum, Gran Opening |
When:
February 20 |
Where:
755 E. Flamingo Road |
Contact:
info@ntshf.org J. Rogers (702)794-5151 |
On the web:
www.ntshf.org |
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March 2005 |
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The Role of Women in Shaping
the First Hundred Years of Las Vegas |
When:
March 18 -
May 25 |
Where:
Las Vegas Art Museum
9600 W. Sahara Av. |
Contact:
M. Adrian (702)341-9807 |
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Notes:
Sponsored by Women of Diversity Productions. |
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| Preserving the Past - Forging the Future |
When:
March 25 |
Where:
Lorenzi Park |
Contact:
K. Livrieri (702)386-0050 |
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Notes:
Organized by the Nevada State Garden Clubs. |
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April 2005 |
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| Las Vegas Cleanup |
When:
April |
Where:
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Contact:
Clark County, City of Las Vegas |
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| Las Vegas Centennial
Records |
When:
April |
Where:
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Contact:
Clark County
City of Las Vegas |
On the web:
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Notes:
EMI Music Marketing launches a
series of CDs to commemorate the Las Vegas Centennial.
They include classic concert albums of Frank Sinatra, Dean
Martin and other artists performing in Las Vegas casinos. The
CDs also contain previously unavailable tracks from Peggy Lee,
Nelson Riddle and Sammy Davis, Jr. |
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Sixteenth Invitational
Native American Arts Festival |
When:
April 1-3 |
Where:
Clark County Museum
1830 S. Boulder Hwy. |
Contact:
(702)455-7955 |
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| Las Vegas Centennial Exhibition Virtual Tour |
When:
April 1 -
December 31,
6:30 - 8 pm |
Where:
Las Vegas Art Museum
9600 W. Sahara Av. |
Contact:
M. Kovacs (702)360-8000 |
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| "Centennial
of Extraordinary Women" Gala |
When:
April 2, 6 pm |
Where:
MGM Grand Hotel and Casino |
Contact:
jrleagueoflv@aol.com
M. Brookman (702)253-0300 A. Quisenberry (702)869-5058 |
On the web:
www.jllv.org/gala.html |
Notes:
This formal gala, organized by Junior League of Las Vegas, is in honor of First Lady Bonnie Bryan. Formal dress required. $125 per person. |
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| Clark County Children's Festival |
When:
April 9,
10 am till 3 pm |
Where:
Winchester Center and Park |
Contact:
Clark County (702)455-7340 |
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Notes:
Free admission. |
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| Las Vegas Centennial Blues Tribute Concert |
When:
April 17 |
Where:
Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza
in Lorenzi Park
3333 W Washington Ave |
Contact:
R.J. Bianchino (702)768-5299 |
On the web:
www.lasvegasbluesfestivals.com |
Notes:
Sponsored by Southern Nevada Blues Association and International House of Blues Foundation.
General Admission $5.00. Children under 12 free.
Click here to view the poster. |
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| International Food and Folklife Festival |
When:
April 23,
noon till 9 pm |
Where:
Clark County Amphitheater
500 S. Grand Central Parkway |
Contact:
Clark County (702)455-8242 |
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Notes:
More than 25 ethnic and cultural groups present their original music, dance, food and crafts. It is intended to celebrate cultural diversity in the Las Vegas area. Sponsored by the Clark County and co-sponsored by the International Festival Association. Free admission. |
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| Downtown District Cleanups |
When:
April 23 |
Where:
Downtown |
Contact:
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Cinco de Mayo and
Las Vegas Centennial Celebration |
When:
May 5 |
Where:
City of Las Vegas, Clark Community School |
Contact:
B. Bouie (702)365-9292 |
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Notes:
In the memory of the Battle of Puebla, in which Mexicans defeated the French army. |
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Helldorado Kick-Off Dinner |
When:
May 6 |
Where:
Las Vegas Elks Lodge No. 1468
4100 W. Charleston Blvd. |
Contact:
D. LaDuke (702)281-0687 |
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Notes:
Organized by the Las Vegas Elks
Lodge. |
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| Jazz in the Park |
When:
May 7, 8 pm |
Where:
Clark County Govt Center Amphitheater |
Contact:
Clark County (702)455-8200 |
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Notes:
Smooth jazz vocalist Brenda Russell. Free admission. |
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| Southern Nevada Cultural History Fair |
When:
May 7 |
Where:
Desert Demonstration Gardens, 3701 W. Alta Drive |
Contact:
(702)258-7148 |
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Notes:
Demonstrations and lectures on how to maintain a desert garder. Also food and entertainment. Free admission. |
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| Centennial Fly-By Air Show |
When:
May 7, 10 am |
Where:
starting from North Las Vegas Airport; reaching the Strip |
Contact:
M. H. Patton (702)455-7968 |
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Notes:
More than 100 vintage aircrafts, and among them a 1917 Curtis JN-4 Jenny, will fly in the Las Vegas sky. This Parade celebrates the 85th anniversary of the first plane to fly over Las Vegas. |
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Our
Seniors -
a Legacy of History, Spirit and Culture |
When:
May 9 |
Where:
Our Lady of Las Vegas Church |
Contact:
D. Baker (702)400-1601 |
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Notes:
In honor of Las Vegans who are 100 yr old. Sponsored by the Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada. |
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Helldorado Charity Poker Tournament |
When:
May 10 |
Where:
Plaza Hotel Casino |
Contact:
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Notes:
In honor of Las Vegans who are 100 yr old. Sponsored by the Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada. |
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| Helldorado Days - Western Village |
When:
May 10-15 |
Where:
Main Street Station parking lot, 200 N. Main St. |
Contact:
D. LaDuke (702)281-0687 |
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Notes:
A representation of the everyday life in the Old Las Vegas, re-created in small scale, with a post office, a general store, etc. Organized by Helldorado Days, a community specialized in reproducing atmospheres typical of the Old West. |
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| Steam Locomotive 3985 |
When:
May 13-15 |
Where:
Downtown |
Contact:
T. Platzer (702)656-9705 |
On the web:
www.lasvegasrailroadsociety.org |
Notes:
The historical Union Pacific Challenger Steam Locomotive No. 3985 will be on display, together with exhibits and video shows on the railroad history of Las Vegas. |
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| Downtown Post Office
Re-Opening |
When:
May 14 |
Where:
Old downtown post office
Stewart Av. and Third St. |
Contact:
N. Deaner (702)229-6712, (702)229-1767 |
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Notes:
The old downtown post office, a landmark of the Las Vegas history, will be re-opened after a restoration. This day of celebrations will end with an invitation-only black tie reception. |
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A Century of Beyond the Neon
Celebration of Dance and Games |
When:
May 14 |
Where:
City of Las Vegas Cimarron Rose Community Center |
Contact:
A. Matlock (702)229-1607 |
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| Helldorado Parade |
When:
May 14, 10 am |
Where:
Fourth and Fremont St. |
Contact:
E. Carter (702)229-6958 |
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Notes:
The famous Helldorado Parade is back! It will include a kiddies division, a group of old timers, plus the participation of hotels and casinos. |
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| Las
Vegas' Birthday |
When:
May 15 |
Where:
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Contact:
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On the web:
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Notes:
This is the most important day of all celebrations. Many important events will take place today (see below). |
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| Guiness World Record Birthday Cake |
When:
May 15, 2-5 pm
cut at 5:15 pm |
Where:
Cashman Center, Exhibit Hall-A
850 Las Vegas Blvd. N. |
Contact:
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Notes:
The City of Las Vegas will attempt to beat the world record for the Largest Birthday Cake, assembling a cake weighing more than 130,000 pounds, which will then be served to the public. |
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| Las Vegas' Land Auction |
When:
May 15 |
Where:
The Western Village, Main Street Station parking lot,
200 N. Main St. |
Contact:
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Notes:
The atmosphere of the original land auction that signed the birth of Las Vegas will be re-created at the Western Village. |
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Las Vegas Centennial
Celebration of Jazz |
When:
May 15 |
Where:
Winchester Community Park |
Contact:
O. Gault (702)360-8530
Las Vegas Jazz Society |
On the web:
vegasjazz.org |
Notes:
Organized by the Las Vegas Jazz Society. |
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Helldorado Charity Golf Tournament |
When:
May 16 |
Where:
Silverstone Golf Course |
Contact:
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Helldorado "Shootout"
Trap Shooting Tournament |
When:
May 18-22 |
Where:
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Contact:
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Notes:
Organized by the Las Vegas Gun
Club |
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| 90-Plus Banquet "100 Years of Vegas" |
When:
May 21, 3 pm |
Where:
Las Vegas Senior Center
451 E. Bonanza Road |
Contact:
M. Haugh (702)229-6454 |
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The Role of Women in Shaping
the First Hundred Years of Las Vegas |
When:
May 24 -
August 24 |
Where:
Sprint Office Building
330
Valley View Blvd. |
Contact:
M. Adrian (702)341-9807 |
On the web:
www.womenofdiversity.org |
Notes:
Sponsored by Women of Diversity Productions.
256 pictures and biographies of important women. |
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| One Hundred Years - One Million Years |
When:
June 1 |
Where:
Las Vegas Natural History Museum, 900 Las Vegas Blvd. North |
Contact:
M. Gillespie(702)384-3466 |
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Notes:
Organized by Rotary Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Natural History Museum. |
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Centennial Cruise |
When:
June 3-5 |
Where:
Fremont Street Experience |
Contact:
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On the web:
www.vegasexperience.com |
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| Jazz in the Park |
When:
June 4, 8 pm |
Where:
Clark County Govt Center Amphitheater |
Contact:
Clark County (702)455-8200 |
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Notes:
Pianist Jacky Terrasson. Free admission. |
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| 100 Topping Ice Cream Social |
When:
June 8, 12:30 pm |
Where:
Doolittle Senior Center
1950 N. J St. |
Contact:
(702)229-6125 |
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| Once Upon 100 Weddings |
When:
June 9 |
Where:
Fremont Street Experience |
Contact:
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On the web:
http://www.kblx.com/home/weddings.asp |
Notes:
URGENT: last days to apply (deadline May 9).
One hundred couples, one of which
from Las Vegas, will say "I do" under the Fremont Street
Experience canopy. The event is co-sponsored by Southwest
Airlines, that makes a four-day wedding celebration, including
bachelor and bachelorette parties. |
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| Cinevegas Film Festival - 100 Years of Film |
When:
June 10-18 |
Where:
Palms Casino Resort
4321 W. Flamingo Road |
Contact:
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On the web:
www.cinevegas.com |
Notes:
To celebrate la Las Vegas
Centennial, CineVegas Film Festival will feature five famous movies that were made in Las Vegas. |
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| Jazz in the Park |
When:
June 11, 8 pm |
Where:
Clark County Govt Center Amphitheater |
Contact:
Clark County (702)455-8200 |
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Notes:
Drummer T.S. Monk. Free admission. |
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Celebrating 100
Years of Faith
in Las Vegas |
When:
June 15-16 |
Where:
Cashman Theater at
Cashman Center. Downtown |
Contact:
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An interfaith choir performs selections of songs. |
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| The Mormon Celebration |
When:
June 15-18 |
Where:
The Old Fort, Las Vegas Blvd. N. and Washington Av. |
Contact:
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Notes:
While Las Vegas celebrates its centennial, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Old Fort, originally a Mormon mission. A four-day commemoration will start with a re-dedication ceremony of the Old Mormon Fort followed by three days of concerts, fireworks and a 200-person historical representation on the "Trail of Hope". |
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| Las Vegas: a History in Song |
When:
June 16 -
August 14 |
Where:
Las Vegas Little Theatre,
3920 Schiff Drive |
Contact:
(702)362-7996
N. Godfrey (702)610-0602 |
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| 3rd Annual Reggae in the Desert |
When:
June 18 |
Where:
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Contact:
(702)455-8838 |
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Notes:
Time and tickets TBA. |
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| Jazz in the Park |
When:
June 25, 8 pm |
Where:
Clark County Govt Center Amphitheater |
Contact:
Clark County (702)455-8200 |
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Notes:
Tony Scodwell's Big Band. |
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