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June 3

What: Ikenobo Ikebana Society, Nevada Chapter, flower arranging workshop. Professor Hiroko Kawai, visiting from the Ikenobo headquarters in Kyoto, Japan, will lead the sessions. The first will be a shinputai rikka; also planned are a modern shoka and a freestyle design. Fresh flowers will be used.

When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Also June 4

Info: 496-3763 for location and more information

What: Solar NV. Monthly meeting for those interested in renewable energy and energy efficiency.

Where: Desert Living Center at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 6-7:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

June 4

What: Art Libera and "Wallcovering: A History." Part of the First Fridays series for industry professionals presented by the Las Vegas Design Center. Libera and Koroseal Studios will present the seminar (CEU credits are available) about how decorative wall coverings have evolved from the days of ancient Egypt. Additionally, current trends will be analyzed and forecasts for the future will be presented.

Where: Las Vegas Design Center, 495 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite C-176

When: 10 a.m.

Cost: Free

Info: 599-3093 or e-mail lvdc@lvdesigncenter.com; reservations requested

June 5

What: Preserving herbs. Participants will learn about all various herbs, how they can add fragrance to your garden and a pleasing aroma to your home from drying herbs to bath salts.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.

Cost: $10 adults, $8 children 5-17; $2 discount for members

Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested

What: Developing a design plan workshop. Developing a plan is key to successful home interior design. Busy schedules, budget constraints and changing trends can make designing your space a daunting task. A design plan brings a cohesive, simplified economy to the process. First part of a two-class series; the second class will be held June 26. During the session, members of the design team will help participants determine long-term and short-term needs.

Where: Robb and Stucky, 6521 Las Vegas Blvd. South, at the north end of Town Square Las Vegas.

When: 11 a.m.

Cost: Free

Info: 531-0531 or www.robbstucky.com; reservations requested

What: Sustainable living tour. Learn ways to adopt a more sustainable lifestyle from architecture and interior design to water-smart landscaping.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 10:30 a.m. to noon

Cost: Free with general admission

Info: 822-7700

June 10

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

June 12

What: Composting. Participants will explore the various ways to grow a water-efficient garden.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Cost: $10 adults, $18 for children 5-17; $2 discount for members

Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested

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