Centennial Neighborhood News

Learn beginning coupon strategies and how to save money on groceries, clothes, airline tickets, dining and more during an Extreme Couponing 101: Beginners Class planned for 2-4 p.m. Aug. 11 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive.

The free workshop is hosted by my vegas mommy.com. For more information, call 507-6107.

GROUP TO DISCUSS CURRENT EVENTS
AT CENTENNIAL HILLS ACTIVE ADULT CENTER

Discuss current events with fellow seniors at 12:30 p.m. Aug. 8 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive.

The free discussion group is open to center members. For more information, call 229-1702.

CITY OF LAS VEGAS OFFERS FUNDS
TO IMPROVE NEIGHBORHOODS

The application deadline to participate in the city of Las Vegas' Neighborhood Partners Fund is Aug. 9.

Registered city of Las Vegas neighborhood associations can apply for grants of up to $5,000.

The program funds landscaping projects, senior citizen home-safety programs, mural projects or other proposals related to the betterment and beautification of neighborhoods.

Applicants must use zoomgrants.com to submit their applications. No paper applications will be accepted.

All applicants will be required to make a 10-minute presentation of their projects to the Neighborhood Partners Fund Board in October.

For more information, visit lasvegasnevada.gov or contact Maria Castillo-Couch at 229-6681.

Shooting PARK plans evening event

Take aim under the stars during night shooting planned until 10 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays through Sept. 27 at the Clark County Shooting Complex, 11357 N. Decatur Blvd.

For more information, call 455-2000 or visit tinyurl.com/cpbnb4b.

NIGHT HIKES SCHEDULED

Explore the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area with upcoming free interpretive hikes.

n A night hike discussing wildlife adaptations after dark is planned for 8 p.m. each Friday, beginning at the McWilliams Campground host site.

n Campfire programs are planned for 8 p.m. each Saturday at the Hilltop Campground. Due to limited parking, the program is recommended for campground guests only.

For more information, visit gomtcharleston.

LOGO CONTEST SEEKS IMAGE
FOR NEVADA'S 150TH BIRTHDAY

A logo contest has launched in celebration of Nevada's 150th statehood anniversary, set for Oct. 31, 2014. The public is invited to create a logo representing the theme "Battle Born, Nevada Proud" by Aug. 23.

For requirements and to request for proposal forms, visit sites.google.com/site/ nevada150th.