Butterfly Habitat is back! In this seasonal exhibit, wander through our unique Butterfly Habitat and witness the fascinating dance between free-flying butterflies, the plants that sustain them, and their important role as pollinators in the ecosystem. Weather permitting, it will be open for the spring season March 9-May 27, 2019, from 10 a.m. to 3 […]
Sports & Recreation
Best Rec Centers in Henderson
If you’re looking for something new to try, activities for your kids, sports programs and just general recreation, look no further than our own Recreation Centers. Between the City of Henderson and Clark County Rec centers, you’ve got 20+ centers to choose activities from. The list of classes offered varies greatly for each center and […]
Indoor Play Places
Living in sunny, beautiful Las Vegas gives great opportunities for spending time outdoors with kids and family. But there are times throughout the year when the sun is too hot and the winter (yes, we have winter) gets too cold for your littles. Here’s a list of indoor options you can use year around, whether […]
10 Best Cheap Date Nights
Las Vegas can be a pretty fun city to wine and dine in, but if your not careful, you’ll break the bank. I can’t even count the number of times my husband and I have gone out for a simple date night and spent well over $100. It’s something that just happens, unless you prepare […]
Kids Bowl Free in Boulder City
Select bowling centers and schools around the country are participating in the first ever Kids Bowl Free program. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer. Registered kids receive 2 FREE GAMES of bowling each […]
Splash Pads & Water Parks
The temperatures are rising fast here in the valley and many of us are in search of water-especially if you have kiddos. There are lots of great ways to cool down in the desert heat, and this list will help you find something cool to do near you. Water Parks We have two water parks […]
Things to do at Lake Mead
Lake Mead sets on the Colorado River, and is the largest water reservoir in the United States. It’s about 24 miles southeast of the Las Vegas Strip. There are a multitude of things to do on the water and in the National Recreation Area. There are lots of races held there, triathlons, etc., boating, fishing, […]
10 free or cheap things to do in Las Vegas
There are so many things to see and do in Las Vegas, but if you’re not careful, you can quickly spend a lot of money. Here are 10 fun things you can do without busting your budget. Go casino hopping (but stay off the floor). Las Vegas is filled with elaborate casinos that are attractions […]
Military families get free annual pass to national parks
Active-duty military personnel and their dependents can receive an America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Annual Pass for FREE (an $80 value). The pass grants them access to more than 2,000 national parks, wildlife refuges and other public lands. In partnership with many U.S. government agencies, the program is part of the […]
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