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Local events

Dec. 13

What: Ikenobo Ikebana workshop, style: Christmas Rikka

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: 4110 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. (The park complex located one block south of Craig Road)

Info: Please call sensei at 702-496-3763 and confirm your attendance for the day or days you would like to attend.

What: Fresh52 farmers market

When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where: Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: www.fresh52.com or 702-900-2552

What: Gardens guided walk. Join Springs Preserve experts for a guided walk through the botanical gardens.

When: 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m.; also Sunday

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

Cost: Free for members; included with general admission

Info: 702-822-7700

Dec. 14

What: Fresh 52 Farmers Market

When: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: Sansone Park, 9480 S. Eastern Ave.

Cost: Varies by product

Info: www.fresh52.com or 702-900-2552

Dec. 15

What: Ikenobo Ikebana workshop, style: Christmas Rikka

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: 4110 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. (The park complex located one block south of Craig Road)

Info: Please call sensei at 702-496-3763 and confirm your attendance for the day or days you would like to attend.

Dec. 18

What: The Green Chefs Farmers Market — Springs Preserve

When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., every Thursday

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

Info: Cost varies by product; cash only.

What: Country Fresh farmers market

When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Downtown Events Plaza, 240 Water St., Henderson

Cost: Varies by product

Info: Dave Star at 702-579-9661 or bob.drabicki@winderfarms.com

Dec. 19

What: Downtown3rd farmers market

Where: Off U.S. Highway 95 and Casino Center Drive

When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Cost: Varies by product; cash only

What: Country Fresh farmers market

When: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where: Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson

Cost: Varies by product

Info: Dave Star at 702-579-9661 or bob.drabicki@winderfarms.com.

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