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Neon by night, museum puts signs in a new light

Neon Museum programs include special one-night events, such as an upcoming free stargazing night and monthlong celebrations of culture, such as February’s Black History Month, when the museum is set to highlight the work of Paul Revere Williams, the creator of many works of classic googie architecture, a style typified by strong curves and geometric shapes and a dramatic use of steel and glass. Williams designed the building that serves as the museum’s lobby, the restored and relocated lobby of the La Concha Motel.

‘Tanked’ cast crafts snow globe aquarium for Henderson’s WinterFest

WinterFest is scheduled from Dec. 12-14 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. The event transforms the Water Street District into an old-fashioned Christmas with activities and decorations and a giant snow globe aquarium courtesy of the cast from “Tanked.”

Enjoy a climate-controlled Christmas at Mystic Falls Park

Families looking to get into the holiday spirit under a budget can add one more free option to their lists: Sam’s Town plans to transform Mystic Falls Park into an indoor winter wonderland.

December’s First Friday to bring ‘Fantasia’ downtown

December’s First Friday arts festival is set to include live music, the Nevada Ballet Theatre performing selections from “The Nutcracker” and an enchanted forest full of ornaments.

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Sunset Park is the place for inaugural Sunset Wonderland

“Sunset Wonderland is like Central Park meets Sunset Park,” said Kim Ehler, recreation specialist for Clark County Parks and Recreation. The first-year holiday attraction packs Sunset Park with lights, activities and an ice skating rink.

Choir named for director Myron Heaton

Named for its director, the Myron Heaton Chorale has been around more than 20 years, performing at local churches and festivals around the world. The group is slated to perform at 4 p.m. Dec. 8 at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 2 S. Pecos Road. Admission is free.

Gateway Motel to host one-night art exposition

Twenty rooms at the Gateway Motel are set to house art and activist messages during the Greetings From Las Vegas pop-up art event scheduled from 6 to 10 p.m. Dec. 5 at the 928 Las Vegas Blvd. South motel. The rooms are set to be converted for one night to exhibition space for artists, designers, activists and community members to showcase visions of a greener, more sustainable Las Vegas Valley. The event is set to include food, beer, live music and burlesque dancers. For more information, visit greetingsfromlv.com.

Las Vegas artist burns unsold art

James Henninger gives a new meaning to the term “Fire Sale.”

For these skaters, art imitates art

Kick. Push. Coast. Turn. Heels down. Chest up. Jump. Hands out. Bend knees. Land. Hands down. Kick. Push. Coast.

Artist shares story of how he became inspired with students

There were no techniques taught in this April 10 art class at Innovations International Charter School of Nevada. Students were learning more important things from guest teacher and professional artist Alexander P. Huerta.

Photographer captures art of downtown’s graffiti in show

An exhibit featuring photography by Steven Dansky is scheduled to continue through May 19 at the Sunrise Library, 5400 Harris Ave. The show not only explores the artistic and cultural nature of graffiti, it uses graffiti as the starting point for unique art.

Sunrise Mountain serves as inspiration for art installation

When artist David Sanchez Burr moved to Las Vegas six years ago he sought out a patch of desert he could study and explore. He found the stretch of land between Sunrise and Frenchman mountains and the Lake Mead National Recreation Area.

Ghost who goes moo can’t keep dancers away from new facility

The new dance room at the Winchester Cultural Center at 3130 S. McLeod Drive was opened and dedicated Jan. 25 despite complications that some staff members joked were caused by the ghost of a cow.