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Anti-graffiti Artwork of Local Fifth Graders Unveiled on RTC Transit Vehicle

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW
Friday, February 25th, 2011, 10:00am
Anti-graffiti Artwork of Local Fifth Graders Unveiled on RTC Transit Vehicle

LAS VEGAS – The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) honored Krista Kachnik of John Dooley Elementary School as the grand prize winner of this year’s anti-graffiti art contest. Her winning artwork was unveiled on a 40-foot RTC vehicle before an audience of friends and family.

The RTC vehicle also showcased the artwork of first runner-up Fermin Perez of Ruby Thomas Elementary School. The students’ designs were selected as the top two finalists in the fourth annual art contest designed to educate local students that the difference between art and graffiti is permission.  

The RTC again partnered with the Southern Nevada Graffiti Coalition, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and Vector Media Las Vegas to sponsor the art contest. 

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BYU Young Ambassadors to Perform Harmony: The Music of Life, at Henderson Pavilion

Submitted by Evelyn Laurence
Thursday, February 24th, 2011, 12:45pm
BYU Young Ambassadors to Perform Harmony: The Music of Life, at Henderson Pavilion

This Friday, BYU's Young Ambassadors will be performing their new show, Harmony: The Music of Life, at the Henderson Pavilion. Harmony pulls music from many beloved musicals such as Carousel and Wicked, as well as songs from artists such as Michael Buble and Billy Joel, to depict scenes from life's major moments. The show will feature choreography, costuming, and striking vocals. Tickets are $5, and can be purchased online at HendersonLive.com or in person at the box office.

Harmony: The Music of Life will begin at 7pm on Friday February 25th at Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway.

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Missoula Children's Theatre Holding Open Auditions for King Arthur's Quest

Submitted by Evelyn Laurence
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011, 12:12pm
Missoula Children's Theatre Holding Open Auditions for King Arthur's Quest

All of Henderson's budding actors from kindergarten to 12th grade are invited to try out for the musical, King Arthur's Quest! This production will put a fresh spin on the mythical tale of King Arthur and his knights. There will be multiple days of tryouts and two shows, so bring your rising star to try out for a seat around the Round Table!

Auditions will be held on two Mondays in March, with mandatory registration beginning at 3 p.m. on both days.

Monday, March 7 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water Street, Water Street District and on

Monday, March 14 from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. at the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway

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Clark County Museum Presents Pueblo Indian Art: Ongoing Traditions

Submitted by Diane Bush, Clark County Museum Supervisor
Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011, 10:17am
Clark County Museum Presents Pueblo Indian Art: Ongoing Traditions

Experience 150 years of Pueblo Indian culture through a new exhibit at the Clark County Museum titled, “Pueblo Indian Art: Ongoing Traditions,”. The exhibit opens March 19 and continues through June 3. Jewelry, pottery, baskets, textiles and artifacts of the Pueblo people will be on display at the museum at 1830 S. Boulder Highway in Henderson as part of the museum’s celebration of Native American art in March.

 “The Pueblo people of the American Southwest have been producing functional art for themselves and as trade for centuries,” Dawna Jolliff, Curator of Exhibits for the museum said. “By utilizing native plants, rocks, minerals and clay, artists produced beautiful objects for everyday use and special occasions.”

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