AmericanTowns is a virtual "town square", connecting you to all the events and news happening in Las Vegas Nevada. Whether it's town issues and community activism, or school calendars and sports schedules, AmericanTowns delivers the information faster and helps you use it better. en-us 30 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas 144 69 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas http://www.americantowns.com/images/atn_rss_logo.gif Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:27:04 -0600 Dear EarthTalk: Can you enlighten on the environmental impact of the fashion industry? As I understand it, the industry overall is no friend to the... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-fashion-s-footprint-235020 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 Los Angeles, CA – The casting team of ABC’s popular parenting series SUPERNANNY is currently casting for season six. The casting team will be... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/casting-for-abc-s-supernanny-families-must-apply-now-for-abc-s-top-rated-parenting-show-234648 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/casting-for-abc-s-supernanny-families-must-apply-now-for-abc-s-top-rated-parenting-show-234648 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 By DW Grant Las Vegas is a city of entertainers, so why not become one? Be it for fame, fortune, self improvement or just... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/improv-in-vegas-alive-and-well-231437 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/improv-in-vegas-alive-and-well-231437 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 United Way Encourages Community Giving with its 2010 Campaign Kickoff Themed around a traditional "pep rally," United Way of Southern... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/united-way-of-southern-nevada-news-november-3-2009-231208 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/united-way-of-southern-nevada-news-november-3-2009-231208 Clubs and Organizations Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 THE DANSKIN? DANCE SERIES INVITES DANCE GROUPS TO COMPETE TO BE A PART OF “TEAM LAS VEGAS” National Dance... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/danskin-dance-series-229664 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/danskin-dance-series-229664 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 The reports of Swine Flu in Nevada (official name, H1N1) are alarming, but as the virus remains in the headlines, experts are urging common-sense... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/thelakes/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-clark-county-226579 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/thelakes/news/swine-flu-information-symptoms-and-resources-for-clark-county-226579 Health and Fitness Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 "Project Homeless Connect" needs YOU to help with the largest collaborative community event serving the homeless in Nevada. On November... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/hundreds-of-volunteers-needed-project-homeless-connect-223465 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/hundreds-of-volunteers-needed-project-homeless-connect-223465 Clubs and Organizations Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Want a unique, fun activity for fall in the Clark County, NV area? Find apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for Clark County,... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/thelakes/news/clark-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-clark-county-220672 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/thelakes/news/clark-county-apple-picking-orchards-and-apple-farms-for-clark-county-220672 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:37 -0500 Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Clark County Nevada area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air,... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/thelakes/news/clark-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-clark-county-221958 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/thelakes/news/clark-county-pumpkin-patch-farms-and-pumpkin-picking-guide-clark-county-221958 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:07:19 -0500 Enjoy a powerfully live benefit concert, gourmet hors d'oeuvres and an amazing silent auction, with some of Las Vegas' best restaurants, shows... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/third-annual-bountiful-musical-harvest-good-for-the-soul-good-for-the-tummy-222318 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/third-annual-bountiful-musical-harvest-good-for-the-soul-good-for-the-tummy-222318 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 SONNY KING ESTATE EXCLUSIVE ART PIECE TO BE AUCTIONED OFF AT BENEFIT CONCERT   The Unity Church of Las Vegas... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/exclusive-sonny-king-estate-art-piece-to-be-aucitoned-at-benefit-concert-222331 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/exclusive-sonny-king-estate-art-piece-to-be-aucitoned-at-benefit-concert-222331 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Enjoy a powerfully live benefit concert, gourmet hors’doeuvres and an amazing silent auction , with some of Las Vegas' best restaurants,... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/third-annual-bountiful-musical-harvest-good-for-the-soul-good-for-the-tummy-222313 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/third-annual-bountiful-musical-harvest-good-for-the-soul-good-for-the-tummy-222313 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Nevada corn maze and it's a... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/carsoncity/news/find-nevada-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-nevada-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217175 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/carsoncity/news/find-nevada-corn-mazes-get-lost-in-a-nevada-haunted-halloween-corn-maze-this-season-217175 Arts and Entertainment Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Bullfrog and Baum Public Relations Appointed Food and Beverage Agency of Record for Citycenter Las Vegas Partnership brings agency’s culinary... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/bullfrog-and-baum-public-relations-appointed-food-and-beverage-agency-of-record-216821 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/bullfrog-and-baum-public-relations-appointed-food-and-beverage-agency-of-record-216821 Business and Professional Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Children ages 2-7 create, play and learn as they explore the concepts of construction, motion and simple machines. Created by the Oregon Museum of... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/little-builders-212600 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/little-builders-212600 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 François Dubeau’s work is borne of a fascination with the unbridled creative energy and movement, which is often found primarily in a sketch.Each... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/the-naked-line-francois-dubeau-exhibition-212636 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/the-naked-line-francois-dubeau-exhibition-212636 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Paintings and Sculpture by Alexander P. Huerta. Date : Exhibition is on display through September 29 2009 Hours: Monday- Saturday -  12pm to... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/the-textured-visions-of-erika-allison-exhibition-212645 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/the-textured-visions-of-erika-allison-exhibition-212645 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Two Painters at different stages in their careers. Both UNLV graduates, one winding up his Masters Degree and the other in the throes of success... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/sush-machida-gaikotsu-and-brian-porray-exhibition-212619 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/sush-machida-gaikotsu-and-brian-porray-exhibition-212619 Arts and Entertainment Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Explore the good, the bad and the downright ugly about how your body works at Grossology. Mimic the buildup of acid indigestion at the burp machine.... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/grossolgy-the-science-of-the-human-body-212384 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/grossolgy-the-science-of-the-human-body-212384 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 This is your opportunity to acquire spectacular works of art from the largest exhibit of vintage Salvador Dalí artwork ever shown by a private... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/salvador-dal-20-year-retrospective-exhibition-212364 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/salvador-dal-20-year-retrospective-exhibition-212364 Arts and Entertainment Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 For those who love Ballroom Dancing, there is a regular event every Sunday afternoon, 1-5 PM at the Gold Coast Hotel Casino. This is the only... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/ballroom-dancing-in-las-vegas-212029 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/ballroom-dancing-in-las-vegas-212029 Arts and Entertainment Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 United Way Receives 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for Sound Fiscal Management Charity Navigator, America's premier charity evaluator, has... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/united-way-of-southern-nevada-news-september-3-2009-211393 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/united-way-of-southern-nevada-news-september-3-2009-211393 Clubs and Organizations Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0500 "For Immediate Release" Sharon Blacknall, a Registered Agent of Child Shield, U.S.A.TM, is pleased to announce a $100 Back to School... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/100-child-safety-program-back-to-school-discount-210118 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/100-child-safety-program-back-to-school-discount-210118 Schools and Libraries Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Henderson, NV -- The Henderson/Green Valley Elks Lodge #2802 & Boy Scout Troop 95, Sponsored by the American Legion BMI Post 40, will be hosting... http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/elks-and-scouts-schedule-flag-retirement-208857 http://www.americantowns.com/nv/lasvegas/news/elks-and-scouts-schedule-flag-retirement-208857 Clubs and Organizations Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0500 Dear EarthTalk How can I make good use of the rainwater that runs down my roof and into my gutters? -- B.S. For most of us, the rain that... http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 http://www.americantowns.com/ct/fairfield/news/earthtalk-harvesting-rainwater-for-household-use-218211 Clubs and Organizations Thu, 05 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600