Local events
Jan. 14
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
What: Sustainable living: Go solar. Experts from Bombard Renewable Energy will teach participants how to lower their energy costs by using solar power. Information about the benefits of solar power, how to reduce your carbon footprint and what's involved in going solar in terms of installations, materials and costs also will be provided. Bring a recent power bill (both pages) for a free power-bill analysis.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7700
Jan. 15
What: Home Expo Las Vegas. The event specializing in home improvements, remodeling projects and décor will feature a variety of exhibitors, free seminars and the opportunity to speak with experts in their fields.
Where: Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Boulevard North
When: noon to 7 p.m. The show also continues from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday
Cost: $4
Info: 565-9552 or www.HomeExpoLasVegas.com
Jan. 16
What: Pruning demonstration. The Las Vegas Valley Rose Society will present the demonstration about proper rose pruning methods. Additionally, information about how to grow and show roses will be featured.
Where: 1112 Oak Tree Lane.
When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 646-6048, 873-6621 or 878-5259
What: Outdoor entertaining. Participants will get tips to create an outdoor dining area as well as see the latest all-weather furnishings. They also will be inspired with foods perfect for al fresco entertaining.
Where: Robb and Stucky, 6521 Las Vegas Blvd. South, at the north end of Town Square Las Vegas.
When: 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 531-0531, option 5; reservations requested
What: Composting in small spaces workshop. Angela O'Callaghan, a social horticulture specialist for the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, will teach gardeners how to make a balanced compost, as well as provide information about vermicomposting and more. The class is limited to 25 people.
Where: Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road
When: 8 a.m. to noon
Cost: $15
Info: 257-5573 or e-mail Elaine Fagin at fagine@unce.unr.edu to register
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