News and Press Releases from Henderson, Nevada. Find out what's new in Henderson. http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/ Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:46:54 +0100 WebGen + FeedCreator 1.7.2-ppt Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:53:39 +0100 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/ Press Releases Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:53:39 +0100 en_269_53_0 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/discover-the-hawaiian-culture-at-ho’olaule’a-festival ‘Aha Punana Leo, a non-profit, family-based educational organization, will conduct Hawaiian culture workshops and language classes during the 20th annual Prince Jonah Kuhio Ho’olaule’a Pacific Islands Festival, September 11-12 at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Admission is complimentary. en__53_0 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/ricky-nelson-remembered-and-trent-tomlinson-headline-concerts-at-super-run-classic-car-show Ricky Nelson Remembered starring the rock icon’s sons, Matthew & Gunnar Nelson, and rising country music star, Trent Tomlinson, will headline this year’s entertainment at the 11th annual Super Run Classic Car Show. Ricky Nelson Remembered will be performed on Friday, September 24 and Trent Tomlinson will take the stage Saturday, September 25. Entertainment starts at 6 p.m. each night and will be held at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. en__53_1 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/music-sensation,-celtic-woman,-to-perform-at-henderson-pavilion,-september-5 Irish music phenomenon, Celtic Woman, makes a stop at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 South Green Valley Parkway, Sunday, September 5 at 8 p.m. as part of the Songs from the Heart tour. Gates open at 7 p.m. Tickets start at $35 and are on sale now at HendersonLive.com. en__53_2 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-announces-general-hospital-star-to-play-“macbeth” The City of Henderson is pleased to announce Ken Lally, best known for his roles in General Hospital and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest, as the latest addition to the cast of Macbeth for the Shakespeare in the Park series in October. Lally will play the leading role of “King Macbeth” for a four-performance tour featuring the Las Vegas Shakespeare Company, beginning October 2 at River Mountain Park, 1941 Appaloosa Drive. en__53_3 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-announces-fall-season-2010-concerts-at-the-henderson-pavilion- The fall 2010 concert season at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 South Green Valley Parkway, includes an array of music genres from 80s to 90s pop and R&B, to Irish flare, as well as popular tunes heard today on Nickelodeon. The expansive repertoire allows for audiences of all ages to experience the unique outdoor venue. en__53_4 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-announces-september-lineup-for-artbeat-presented-by-target ArtBeat presented by Target, a cultural arts series sponsored by the City of Henderson and Target, returns in September with a lineup that will appeal to all audiences. The featured performing acts include country music entertainer, Gary Morris; Hawaii’s premier musician and hula dancer, Keola & Moana Beamer; and blues master, W.C. Clark. All three shows will take place at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District with performances beginning at 8 p.m. Admission is complimentary. en__53_5 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/ho-olaule-a-festival-celebrates-20th-anniversary The City of Henderson will transform into a tropical paradise complete with the sights, sounds and smells of the islands for the 20th annual Prince Jonah Kuhio Ho’olaule’a Pacific Islands Festival, September 11-12 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., daily. Admission and parking is complimentary. en__53_6 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-hosts-super-run-classic-car-show,-september-23-26 The Water Street District in Henderson will come alive with the roar of 1,000 classic cars, trucks and motorcycles for the 11th annual Super Run Classic Car Show, September 23-26. Over 100,000 people are expected to attend the four-day event which includes slow drags, roaring engines and burnout competitions, as well as automotive vendors and weekend concerts. Spectator admission is complimentary. en__53_7 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-brings-shakespeare’s-macbeth-to-a-neighborhood-near-you For the first time in over 20 years, the City of Henderson is taking its Shakespeare in the Park series on the road in October with productions of one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays, Macbeth, featuring the Las Vegas Shakespeare Company. The schedule has been expanded to include a four Saturday tour, which begins October 2, at four different locations. All performances begin at 7 p.m. Admission is complimentary. en__53_8 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/smash-mouth-to-headline-henderson-pavilion-september-11 Multi-platinum band, Smash Mouth, takes the stage at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 South Green Valley Parkway, Saturday, September 11 at 8 p.m. Gates open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 and are on sale now at www.HendersonLive.com. en__53_9 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/new-race-start-location-for-nevada-silverman-triathlon---2011-itu-long-course-triathlon-world-championships-announced- The City of Henderson and Nevada Silverman race directors, Frank and Meghann Lowery of Lowery’s Multisport Races, announced Lake Las Vegas will replace Lake Mead National Recreation Park as the new start location for the 2010 Nevada Silverman Triathlon. Additionally, race organizer’s partnered with Loews Lake Las Vegas, securing the resort as the official host hotel for the event. en__53_10 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-celebrates-independence-day The City of Henderson’s Fourth of July celebration will be a star-spangled evening with a variety of family-friendly events, live entertainment and a fabulous fireworks show on Sunday, July 4 from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. at the Basic High School football field, 400 N. Palo Verde Drive. Fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. Admission is FREE. Some activities may require paid admission. en__53_11 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/300th-army-band-performs-free-show-at-henderson-events-plaza The 300th Army Band will perform, Thursday, June 24 at 8 p.m. at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. The 30-member band, which is comprised of Army Reserve soldiers, will perform classical, patriotic and contemporary pieces. Admission is free. en__53_12 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-presents-annual-destination-champion-award The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism recognizes Kay Brown, National Sales Manager for Green Valley Ranch Resort, Spa & Casino, with the annual Destination Champion Award during this year’s National Tourism Week, May 8-16. Brown will be honored at the City Council meeting on Tuesday, June 15 at 7 p.m., located at Henderson City Hall, 240 South Water Street. The public is invited to attend. en__53_13 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-reveals-june-lineup-for-artbeat-presented-by-target- The City of Henderson announces the lineup for the ArtBeat Presented by Target cultural arts series. The featured performing acts for the month of June include the Henderson Symphony Orchestra; Grammy-nominated group, Linda Tillery & the Cultural Heritage Choir; famed 1980s synthpop group, Naked Eyes; and jazz pianist Michael Kaeshammer. All four shows will take place at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District with performances beginning at 8 p.m. Admission is FREE. en__53_14 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/piazza-colori-returns-for-second-year-at-artfest-of-henderson The City of Henderson is proud to announce the return of Piazza Colori at the annual ArtFest of Henderson, May 8-9 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Local amateur and professional artists, individuals, families, cultural organizations and companies will create chalk art masterpieces during the two-day event. Spectator admission is FREE. en__53_15 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/burkholder-middle-school-marching-band-winner-of-new-people’s-choice-award-at-heritage-parade The City of Henderson announced Burkholder Middle School as the winner of the new People’s Choice Award at this weekend’s Heritage Parade, Saturday, April 17. The school’s marching band received $500 in prize money for their entry. en__53_16 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-reveals-may-lineup-for-artbeat-presented-by-target- The City of Henderson introduces the lineup for ArtBeat Presented by Target cultural arts series. The featured performing acts for the month of May include the United States Coast Guard Band; Henderson’s premier theater company, Theatre in the Valley; pianist Alpin Hong; and the high-energy, audience participation act of the Dueling Pianos. All four shows will take place at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District with performances beginning at 8 p.m. The event includes pre-show activities, such as art displays and children’s make & take crafts at 7 p.m. Admission is FREE. en__53_17 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-unveils-its-first-text-message-voting-campaign-at-heritage-parade You be the judge! The City of Henderson will launch its first-ever text message voting campaign during the Henderson Heritage Parade, Saturday, April 17, in the Water Street District, 200 S. Water Street. Spectators will now have the opportunity to vote for their favorite parade entry, assisting in the designation of a new People’s Choice Award winner. The recipient will receive $500 in prize money. en__53_18 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henerson-continues-mother’s-day-weekend-tradition-with-artfest-of-henderson The City of Henderson will present the 13th annual ArtFest of Henderson, May 8-9 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., daily, at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. Admission is FREE. en__53_19 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-announces-coach-lon-kruger-as-heritage-parade-grand-marshal The City of Henderson announces UNLV Runnin’ Rebel head basketball coach and Henderson resident, Lon Kruger, will be the honorary grand marshal at this year’s Henderson Heritage Parade, April 17 at 10 a.m. Kruger will be recognized for his achievements as a basketball coach, mentor and humanitarian. He will lead the parade down a mile-long route on Water Street, from Ocean Avenue to Victory Road. en__53_20 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-hosts-annual-heritage-parade---festival- The Henderson Heritage Parade & Festival, a celebration of the city’s 57-year history, rich traditions and community spirit, will be held on Saturday, April 17 from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. at the Henderson Events Plaza, located at 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. The event will include a mayor & council breakfast, parade, festival and car show. Admission is free. en__53_21 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/henderson-symphony-orchestra-recognizes-young-artists-competition-winners The Henderson Symphony Orchestra will feature winners of this year’s Young Artists Competition during the ensemble’s Concert Series II performance on Sunday, March 28 at 2 p.m. at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Admission is free. Seating is a first-come, first-served basis. en__53_22 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-welcomes-back-artbeat-for-second-year ArtBeat presented by Target, a cultural arts series sponsored by the City of Henderson and Target, returns in April with a lineup that will appeal to all audiences. The featured performing acts include Lucy Walsh, daughter of Eagles’ guitarist Joe Walsh, pianist Jon Schmidt, country Western singer Chuck Mead and local group, Tony Scodwell’s Big Band. All four shows will take place at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District with performances beginning at 8 p.m. The event includes pre-show activities, such as art displays and children’s make & take crafts at 7 p.m. Admission is FREE. en__53_23 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/open-call-for-auditions-–-robinson-crusoe The Missoula Children’s Theatre announces open auditions for the upcoming production of Robinson Crusoe. Auditions will take place at two different locations on two separate dates: April 12 at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water Street, and April 19 at Robert Taylor Elementary School, 144 Westminster Way. The try-outs are scheduled from 4 p.m.-6 p.m. on both days, with registration beginning at 3 p.m. This opportunity is available to children, K-12 grades. A separate group of performers will be selected for each performance week. en__53_24 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-department-of-cultural-arts---tourism-returns-as-official-sponsor-for-the-nevada-silverman- Frank and Meghann Lowery, of Lowery’s Multisport Races announced today the City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism will once again host the annual Nevada Silverman Triathlon on Sunday, November 7, 2010. en__53_25 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/henderson-to-host-xterra-west-championship-april-24-25 Loews Lake Las Vegas Resort in Henderson will host the XTERRA West Championship triathlon and accompanying off-road sports festival for the second straight year on April 24-25, 2010. en__53_26 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/“get-your-green-on”-this-st.-patrick’s-day-in-henderson The City of Henderson will host the 44th annual Sons of Erin St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival, March 11-14 in the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. The family-friendly event will include a parade, carnival with games and rides, live entertainment, car show and more. Admission is free. Some activities may require paid admission. en__53_27 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/united-states-air-force-band-of-the-golden-west-perform-free-show-at-henderson-convention-center The United States Air Force Band of the Golden West’s Concert Band will perform, Thursday, February 18 at 7 p.m. inside the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. Admission is free. en__53_28 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/city-of-henderson-adds-more-free-activities-to-winterfest-event The City of Henderson continues to enhance the annual WinterFest celebration year after year. Families will enjoy additional free activities including wagon rides; productions of The Nutcracker; the Henderson Festival of Trees; elaborate light displays; and a tree lot. WinterFest will be held December 10-12 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street. Admission is FREE. en__53_29 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/2011-itu-long-distance-triathlon-world-championships-to-be-held-in-henderson,-nevada The International Triathlon Union, USA Triathlon, the city of Henderson and The City of Henderson and Lowery’s Multi-sport Races are proud to announce the 2011 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships will be held in Henderson, Nev., USA, on Nov. 5, 2011. en__53_30 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/winterfest-brings-holiday-cheer-to-henderson It will be a magical holiday weekend in Henderson at the annual WinterFest celebration, December 10-12. The festival will include a grand jubilee of family-friendly activities including a parade, Santa Claus visits, tree lighting ceremony, ice skating, snow play and festive entertainment. Admission is FREE. en__53_31 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/henderson-fabtech-desert-classic-debuts-new-course In conjunction with the Best in the Desert Racing Association, the City of Henderson presents its annual off-road race, the Henderson Fabtech Desert Classic, Saturday, December 5. Spectator admission is FREE. en__53_32 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/winterfest-parade-applications-now-available------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Bands, organizations, groups, businesses and individuals are invited to register now to march in the upcoming WinterFest Parade, December 12 at 10 a.m. The theme for this year’s holiday procession is “Toys on Parade.” Cash prizes totaling $1,500 will be awarded for entries in two different categories including Best Overall Theme and Best Costume. It is FREE to participate. en__53_33 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/cobra-starship-to-perform-during-op-presents:-boys-like-girls-concert-at-the-henderson-pavilion Cobra Starship will take the stage at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 South Green Valley Parkway, Sunday, October 25 during the OP Presents: Boys Like Girls tour. Gates open at 5 p.m. The show also includes performances by headliner Boys Like Girls and special guests The Maine, A Rocket To The Moon and Versa Emerge. Ticket prices start at $25 and can be purchased online at HendersonLive.com, by phone at (702) 267-4TIX or in person at any UNLV Tickets outlet. en__53_34 http://www.hendersonlive.com/press-releases/--/cy-curnin,-karla-bonoff-and-whitney-duncan-perform-free-concerts-in-november-at-artbeat-presented-by-target The City of Henderson announces Cy Curnin, lead singer of The Fixx, award-winning singer/songwriter, Karla Bonoff, and rising country music starlet, Whitney Duncan, will be the featured performing acts for the ArtBeat presented by Target cultural arts series in November. Cy Curnin will perform on Friday, November 6 at 7 p.m., Karla Bonoff will take the stage on Friday, November 13 at 7 p.m. and Whitney Duncan will close the ArtBeat fall season on Friday, November 20 at 7 p.m. All three shows will take place at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District and will include pre-show activities such as art displays and children’s make & take crafts at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free. en__53_35