Southern Nevada Musical Arts Society’s concert to feature eclectic compositions
By F. Andrew TaylorVIEW STAFF WRITER

The Southern Nevada Musical Arts Society plans to kick off its 49th season this week by pushing the musical envelope in a concert that members hope will attract people who have never seen the classically trained group perform before.
The group — made up of the full Musical Arts Chorus and the select Musical Arts Singers — typically performs works by big-name classical composers such as Mozart, Handel, Bach and Beethoven. But the show scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 S. McLeod Drive, is set to open with “Missa Criolla,” a contemporary Mass by Argentinean composer Ariel Ramirez.

Henderson chamber’s new director step into new role
Henderson chamber’s new director step into new role
By Michael LyleVIEW STAFF WRITER

Scott Muelrath, the former general manager at the Galleria at Sunset mall, has assumed the role of executive director of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce.

Pink Floyd laser show set for Henderson Pavilion
By Michael LyleVIEW STAFF WRITER

Using lights, special effects and video choreographed to the songs of Pink Floyd, Paramount’s LaserSpectacular is coming to Henderson.

Things to do in Henderson/Anthem
Things to do in Henderson/Anthem
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Catch Serenades of Life Doctors in Concert, Las Vegas Youth Orchestra, a free concert featuring Jeanette Juardo of Expose and the Village at Lake Las Vegas’s Fall Art Festival this week in Henderson.

Both partners have role in sexual courtship in marriage
Both partners have role in sexual courtship in marriage
STEVEN KALAS

I have a great marriage. But with one problem. My husband gets all … hurt when I don’t respond to his sexual flirtation. If he texts me something during the day, and I don’t respond, he’s hurt and pouts. If he leaves me a sexy voice mail and I don’t join in, same thing. I tell him that sometimes I’m just not in the mood and my head’s not there. I point out to him the other times I do respond is when I’m feeling sexy, too. I don’t know why he takes this so personally. Is there anything I can do to make him not get hurt just because I’m not in the mood? — D.L., Seattle

Explore Death Valley’s singing Eureka Dunes

Some of the tallest sand dunes in North America can be found in the remote and extreme northern section of Death Valley National Park, California. The Eureka Dunes, in the enclosed Eureka Valley, have a base elevation of about 3,000 feet, and from there, they rise up nearly 700 feet more. The formation is about three miles long from north to south and one mile wide.

Elegant Amaryllis takes gentle handling
Elegant Amaryllis takes gentle handling

Question: I was wondering when is the best time to transplant the Amaryllis plants — now or in the spring? They bloomed beautifully this past summer but seem to be getting a bit pot-bound. I also wonder if regular potting soil is best, and when and how often they need to be fertilized?

Artificial flora experiment has roots in cost saving
Artificial flora experiment has roots in cost saving

Maybe you haven’t noticed the artificial flora that have replaced the real McCoy on the median islands along a two-mile stretch of Rampart Boulevard, separating Sun City Summerlin from Desert Shores. Or maybe it’s just that you never realized the difference.

Dining pick of the week: Acapulco Mexican Restaurant

All of us have heard of Acapulco, considered by many to be “The” Mexican tourist city. It’s a city of magnificent beaches, nightclubs and restaurants. This small, unobtrusive restaurant named Acapulco isn’t near a magnificent beach, but it sure has magnificent food.

Things to do in Sunrise/Whitney
Things to do in Sunrise/Whitney
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Catch the Las Vegas Improvisational Players'”Trick or Treat … or Laugh,” the Wonderground variety show or Dave Thompson’s recycled metal art sculptures this week in the Sunrise/Whitney area.

School volunteers look to make positive impact
School volunteers look to make positive impact
By Jeff MosierVIEW STAFF WRITER

For students in at-risk communities, you could be just what they need. The Clark County School District is seeking volunteers for two of its districtwide service programs. All you need is a passion for education and a little free time.

We R Community program gives students philanthropy experience
By Jeff MosierVIEW STAFF WRITER

Between homework, exams and extracurricular activities, students at 14 local high schools are finding time to run their own foundations. They will spend the school year creating a mission statement, researching nonprofit organizations, reviewing grant applications and funding grants that will help the community as part of the Public Education Foundation’s We R Community program.

Nevada ranks low nationwide in volunteering
By Jan HoganVIEW STAFF WRITER

Nevada ranks 50th out of 51 when it comes to volunteering. A study for the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says factors such as high foreclosure rates, the number of homeowners versus renters and education levels help determine whether residents have a long-term commitment to their communities.

Make a difference with volunteer opporunities in Sunrise/Whitney
By F. Andrew TaylorVIEW STAFF WRITER

Saturday is Make a Difference Day, a national day of good deeds and goodwill, and the perfect opportunity for Southern Nevada residents to turn the tide and rise up from last place. Many Sunrise/Whitney-area residents of all ages are already volunteering in community centers, wetlands areas and nonprofits valleywide.

Dining pick of the week: Black Pepper Grill
PICK OF THE WEEK: BLACK PEPPER GRILL

Nothing piques an appetite more than outdoor dining, especially next to a lake. This setting, just about perfect during autumn, is available at Black Pepper Grill at Lake Las Vegas.

Things to do in Centennial
Things to do in Centennial
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Catch a free screening of “Casper,” head to the Wings and Wheels Car Show or celebrate Noah’s Animal House’s four-year anniversary this week in the Centennial area.

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REPTILE EXPO SET THIS WEEKEND
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Opportunities to volunteer offer chances to help in Centennial Hills
By Maggie LillisVIEW STAFF WRITER

If judged by statistics alone, Nevada and volunteerism don’t seem to go hand in hand. But to get out and about and look at the strides local volunteers make each day, perhaps it would be a sight worthy of applause.

Things to do in North Las Vegas
Things to do in North Las Vegas
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The Wings and Wheels Car Show, the City Moves dance concert and Noah’s Animal House’s four-year anniversary are among events to consider this week.

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