HOME & GARDEN BRIEFS

Designer group to hold art auction, brunch

The American Society of Interior Designers CA Central/NV Chapter will host a Champagne, Chocolate and Chagall art auction, Sunday, at the World Market Center, 495 S. Grand Central Parkway, World View, 16th floor, Building B.

The event will feature brunch, musical entertainment and an art preview. The event is scheduled to begin at 11 a.m., with the live auction starting at noon.

Available art work will include framed lithographs, engravings, etchings, watercolors, silk screen, original oils and more.

Receive five free raffle tickets upon registration. Admission is $25 for members; $35 for nonmembers. A portion of the event proceeds will benefit Habitat for Humanity.

To RSVP, contact Stephen Leon at 873-5358, or e-mail soleildesign@cox.net.

20 spots left in fall master gardener class

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension has opened up an additional 20 seats for the fall master gardener training series.

The 12-week master gardener course will begin Sept. 7 and cover all aspects of horticulture in the desert. At the end of the series, and upon completing volunteer requirements, students will be certified as master gardeners.

In order to retain active master gardener status, volunteers must donate a minimum of 35 hours of service time and obtain a minimum of 15 hours continuing education annually.

To reserve your space, contact Ann Edmunds at 257-5587, or e-mail edmundsa@ unce.unr.edu.

Sept. 1 marks fall watering schedule

The Southern Nevada Water Authority reminds Las Vegas Valley residents that fall watering restrictions will take effect Sept. 1 through Oct. 31.

Drought restrictions limit sprinkler watering to three assigned days per week. Drip irrigation may be used any day of the week, but is limited to three days per week. Sunday is not an optional watering day.

To confirm correct watering schedules, consult your water bill, or log on to the SNWA Web site, www.snwa.com.

Other restrictions:

* Prohibit sprinkler watering from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. until Oct. 1.

* Mist systems at commercial businesses may not be used (September through May).

* Fountains are restricted at commercial and multifamily properties.

* New grass is prohibited at commercial properties and new residential front yards.

* Car washing requires the use of a positive shut-off nozzle to reduce water flow.