Local events
May 13
What: Go solar. Find out what it takes to go solar and how to reduce your carbon footprint and become energy independent. Bring your power bill for a free analysis.
Where: Desert Living Center at Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 6-7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7700
What: Las Vegas Valley Rose Society. Members of the group will gather for their monthly meeting; guests are welcome.
Where: Nevada Garden Club Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave.
When: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 646-6048 or 873-6621
May 15
What: Launch of the Thom Filicia Home Collection. The collection includes living, dining and bedroom furniture designed by Filicia, who was on "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" and won an Emmy Award for his art direction on the show, and was named one of House Beautiful's Top 100 American Designers.
Where: Robb & Stucky Interiors, 6521 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
When: 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 531-0531
What: Cactus fun and games. Experts from the Nature Exchange will lead the session of fun facts and crafts about the toughest plant in the desert.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10:30 a.m. - noon
Cost: $8 adults, $6 for children; $2 discount for members
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
What: Native plants behind-the-scenes tour. Participants will learn about native Mojave plants and their historical uses.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 10:30 a.m. - noon
Cost: Free with general admission
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
May 20
What: Drip irrigation; learn complete system installation from the street to the plants, including how to select and assemble components.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 6-9 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
May 22
What: GMJ Interiors will present a color clinic. Participants will learn how to use color and accent paint in their homes. Each will receive a free Color to Go paint sample.
Where: Sherwin-Williams, 8475 W. Flamingo Road
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free; advance registration is requested
Info: GMJ Interiors, 269-7001
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