Local events
Oct. 21
What: Cultivating Fresh Air. Participants will learn how houseplants can act as filters for common pollutants and which ones are most effective at cleaning the air. They also will make their own nontoxic plant cleaner for indoor plants.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 6-8 p.m.
Cost: $10 adults; members receive a $2 discount
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
What: Molto Vegas Farmers Market. Fresh, locally grown vegetables and fruit are featured. Also, area master gardeners staff a question and answer booth.
Where: 7485 Dean Martin Drive, Suite 106
When: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. each Thursday
Cost: Varies by product
Info: Bob Morris at 257-5509 or e-mail morrisr@unce.unr.edu. Or Doug Taylor at dtaylor@moltovegas.com
What: Plant introduction tour. Experts will highlight new and unusual Mojave native and Desert Southwest plants for your landscape and how they appear at maturity.
Where: Gardens at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10-11 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7700
Oct. 23
What: Composting. Learn how to turn kitchen scraps into enriching compost that creates a truly green garden or landscape.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 8-10 a.m.
Cost: $10 adults, $8 children 5-17; members receive a $2 discount
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
What: Vermicomposting: The Ins and Outs of Worming. Find out why happy worms make happy gardens as you learn all about worm composting. Participants will make their own worm bins to take home.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 adults, $8 children 5-17; members receive a $2 discount
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
What: Sustainable living tour. Learn about the ways you can adopt a more sustainable lifestyle. From architecture to interior design to water-smart landscaping, the Springs Preserve is a sustainable oasis.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10:30 a.m. - noon
Cost: Free with general admission
Info: 822-7700
What: Nevada Garden Clubs will host its Fall Flower Show themed "At the Movies." Floral designs and horticulture specimens are featured.
Where: Nevada Garden Club Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave.
When: Noon - 4 p.m. Also to be held Sunday at the same time.
Cost: Free
Info: Barbara, show chair, 459-0662
What: Fall Home Expo. More than 200 booths featuring the latest offerings for the home, including a personal/portable energy trailer system.
Where: Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North
When: noon - 6 p.m.; also 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Oct. 24 and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Oct. 25
Cost: $6; free for children 12 and younger when accompanied by an adult and military personnel with ID. Free admission for seniors on Friday.
Info: H&S Productions, 565-9552
What: Secrets to Creating the Perfect Holiday Tablescape. Participants will learn how to set a festive holiday table with the use of centerpieces and place settings. Several napkin folding techniques also will be taught.
Where: French Heritage showroom, C156, at Las Vegas Design Center, 495 S. Grand Central Parkway
When: 1-2:30 p.m.
Cost: $10
Info: 382-5910 or e-mail michelle@
frenchheritage.com; advance registration required
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