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Nov. 19

What: Buying and updating bank-owned properties. Part of the newly launched real estate and design series, this presentation will feature designer Lee Lundquist, who will offer rehabilitation tips and ideas for turning a distressed property into a dream home. Kiersten Marcos from Realty Executives will share six tips for buying a bank-owned property.

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

When: 2 p.m.

Cost: Free

Info: 531-0531, option 5; reservations requested

What: Las Vegas Valley Rose Society and South Valley Rose Society. Members of the both groups will gather for a joint meeting; guests are welcome.

Where: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road

When: 7 p.m.

Cost: Free

Info: 646-6048 or 873-6621

Nov. 20

What: Sustainability walking tour; limited to first 25 people.

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

When: 11 a.m.

Cost: Free with general admission

Info: 822-7700

Nov. 21

What: Sustainability walking tour; limited to first 25 people.

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

When: 10:30 a.m.

Cost: Free with general admission

Info: 822-7700

What: Pruning fruit trees. Participants will learn proper pruning techniques, and which fruits grow best in the valley.

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

When: 8:30 a.m.

Cost: Free with general admission

Info: 822-7786, reservations requested

* Please e-mail calendar events to hsaylor@reviewjournal.com

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