In some ways, Stella Roy is a bit of an old soul.
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Boulder City High School baseball advanced to 7-7 on the season, picking up victories in their last two outings.
By Abby Francis
When the 2023 inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame were announced last week, one newer resident of Boulder City had more of an emotional stake in the outcome than most.
Filming movies, television shows or commercials in Las Vegas is very common. But over the years, Boulder City has seen its fair share of moments on the both the big and small screen as well as the pages of many magazines.
1RESIDENT MUSICIANS: Red Mountain Choir will present “Believe” at the Elaine K. Smith Center, 700 Wyoming St. Students from King Elementary School will join the ensemble, as will several local musicians. Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $10 for adults and free for children and students. Call Rose at 702-293-5455.
1ART FOR ALL: Boulder City Art Guild will present its 31st annual Spring Art Festival in Bicentennial Park, 999 Colorado St., Saturday and Sunday. More than 130 artists from the Southwestern United States will display their fine arts. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.bouldercityartguild.com or call 702-293-2138.
1WIG OUT: The Best Dam Wine Walk and Second Saturday celebration returns to downtown from 4-8 p.m. Saturday. “Wig Out Walk” is the theme of this month’s event. There will be more than 20 participating locations. Tickets are $25 per person or $45 a couple. Purchase a wine glass and wristband at the first stop, Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, 465 Nevada Way.
1OLD-FASHIONED FUN: Area residents are invited to join the festivities of the Old School Block Party and VWs Invade the Dam car show. Events are scheduled from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Bicentennial and Wilbur Square parks. There will be arts, crafts, face-painting, entertainment, food and more. The first 50 guests will receive a gift bag and bowling pin to paint. For details, email prideinpurity@gmail.com.
1CHEERS FOR BEERS: The fourth annual festival returns to downtown Boulder City as 30 local, regional and national brewers showcase their beers in Wilbur Square Park. The fest also includes entertainment and informational sessions about brewing beer. VIP admission begins at 1 p.m. and general admission starts at 3 p.m. VIP tickets are $45 in advance or $60 at the gate; general admission tickets are $30 in advance or $40 at the gate. Visit www.bouldercitybeerfest.com for more information.
1EGG HUNT: Area youngsters are invited to meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for treasures during the 62nd annual Easter Egg Hunt in Wilbur Square Park in downtown Boulder City. Photos with the Easter Bunny begin at 8 a.m. and the egg hunt for toddlers through second grade is set to start at 9. Boulder City United Methodist Church is presenting the free community event. For more information visit www.bouldercityumc.com or call 702-293-7240.
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It’s been just short of two months since of a trio of friends, who are also longtime local property and business owners, made an announcement that piqued the interest of many in Boulder City.
Councilwoman Sherri Jorgensen was full of praise regarding a recent all-schools event at the high school.
The city has approved disbursement of almost $255,000 in federally-supplied community development block grant (CDBG) funds to three local entities: the Senior Center, Emergency Aid and Lend A Hand.
In some ways, Stella Roy is a bit of an old soul.
