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.
Entertainment
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.
Sharing the foods and flavors of his native Spain has long been a dream of Eligio Gomez Morais.
Horticulture expert and UNLV professor emeritus Bob Morris gives tips on starting a citrus tree, protecting plants from frost, and more.
1 READY TO ROCK: The Rock, Roll & Stroll fundraiser for the Senior Center of Boulder City’s Meals on Wheels program will be presented from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday in Bicentennial Park, 999 Colorado St. The fifth annual event will include a car show, games, food and music by DJ Mike Pacini. For more information, call 702-293-3320.
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.
1WINE WALK: The Best Dam Wine Walk and Second Saturday celebration returns to downtown from 4-8 p.m. Saturday. “Mardi Crawl” is theme of this month’s festivities. 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. The last wine glasses will be sold at 6:30 p.m.
Despite the projection, a hydrologist warns those 24-month forecasts are uncertain.
The notion of selling someone’s property without them knowing might seem far-fetched, but attempting the scam isn’t difficult.
The event at Valley High School came the day after Gov. Joe Lombardo testified before the Assembly Committee on Education on a bill that would repeal a restorative justice law.
The Southern Nevada Water Authority is evaluating whether changes need to be made to its lowest intake straw in order to protect water quality as Lake Mead continues to shrink.
