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Henderson Hosts Arts Festival

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor
Friday, May 11th, 2012, 2:30pm

 

The Art Festival of Henderson is being held this weekend.

The fine arts show is from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street. It is free to the public but some activities may require a fee.

The show will feature more than 70 artist boutiques, live entertainment and for the first time this year, an interactive children’s arts district called the Imagination Station. The Imagination Station will have hands-on activities for kids, including a giant recycled soda can art mural. There will also be a place for little ones to make and take a Mother’s Day gift. 

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County Museum Hosts Photography Event

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012, 12:41pm
County Museum Hosts Photography Event

The museum hosts rotating exhibits at various times.

The Steampunk Photo Odyssey and Fashion Show will take place from 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday on the grounds of the Clark County Museum, 1830 S. Boulder Highway in Henderson.

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Final Performance of 'The Tortoise Versus the Hare' This Weekend

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor
Friday, March 23rd, 2012, 3:55pm

There are just two more chances to see a production of “The Tortoise Versus the Hare” at the Henderson Convention Center.

The final productions of the show are 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday. Local children were cast in the production that was written and produced by the Missoula Children’s Theatre. This is the 25th anniversary of the children’s theatre staging productions in Henderson.

The play puts a unique twist on the familiar fable. It looks at the race between the tortoise and the hare through the eyes of a TV news team. The audience can find out for itself whether slow and steady wins the race or speed leads to victory.

Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door.

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Parade, Festival Celebrate History and Heritage

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW
Thursday, March 8th, 2012, 12:48pm
Parade, Festival Celebrate History and Heritage

 

Nearly six decades of Henderson will be celebrated next month in the city’s downtown district with a parade and festival.

The city’s 59th anniversary will be honored during the Heritage Parade & Festival. The tribute, which features traditions like breakfast with the city council, a parade, live entertainment and a classic car show, will be held from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., Saturday, April 21 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. Admission is free.

Below is a schedule of events for the Heritage Parade & Festival. All activities, times, locations are subject to change.

City Council Breakfast

8 a.m. – 9 a.m.

Henderson Convention Center Lawn

Mayor Andy Hafen and fellow council members will kick off the day’s festivities, serving up breakfast to residents.

Parade

10 a.m.

Water Street District

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Economy May Trump Science in Building of Henderson Museum

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012, 10:12am
Economy May Trump Science in Building of Henderson Museum

City officials reconsider a multimillion-dollar gift because of economic troubles.

Plans made in good times to build an innovative, state-of-the-art space and science center in Henderson could be derailed by the economic reality of life in hard times.

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Sounds Serenade Passers-by as They Stroll Down Water Street

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW
Thursday, February 16th, 2012, 12:08pm
Sounds Serenade Passers-by as They Stroll Down Water Street

Ever wonder what you're hearing in downtown Henderson? Here's the answer.

The sweet sound of music is often the companion of visitors, as they stroll through Henderson's historic downtown area. A state-of-the-art sound system that was originally designated for the Henderson Pavilion is the source of the melodious sounds that can be heard along Water Street.

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Powwow Art Exhibit Displayed at County Museum

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW
Monday, February 6th, 2012, 2:27pm
Powwow Art Exhibit Displayed at County Museum

 

A Native America art exhibit on display at the Clark County Museum seeks to capture the spirit of the contemporary powwow.

“What Continues the Dream: Contemporary Arts and Crafts from the Powwow Tradition” is a colorful exhibit on loan from the Nevada Arts Council’s Nevada Touring Initiative through Sunday, May 6 inside the museum’s Heritage Gallery, 1830 S. Boulder Highway in Henderson.

An evening reception and gallery talk will be presented from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, and powwow arts and crafts demonstrations will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 17. Powwow dancers are set to perform from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 14.

The exhibit is included the price of admission to the museum: adults are $2, seniors and children are $1. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  

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