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The Beat makes changes to open doors to all ages

For many years Jennifer and Michael Cornthwaite have been too busy to take a long vacation, but this summer they did, traveling for six weeks with their 2½-year-old daughter.

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Dining Pick of the Week: Yard House

Yard House is the type of ale lovers’ heaven that craft beer enthusiasts probably dream about. More than 100 taps and a changing chalkboard of brews from all over the world can be found here, along with classic rock music (appropriately cranked) and a variety of sports shown on the flatscreen TVs that populate the place.

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New talent show looks to recruit Las Vegas acts

“American Idol,” “The Casting Call” and “Dancing With the Stars” — when it comes to talent shows, some people can’t get enough. Now, the Suncoast is offering its own talent competition, “Las Vegas Has Talent!”

Molodi step percussion show to benefit Project 150

It isn’t clear exactly what the audience will see when Molodi hits the stage March 13, but it’s sure to be energetic and eclectic.

Paintings contain whimsical tips for the apocalypse

“How To’s,” a show of oil paintings by Whitney-area resident Jevijoe Vitug on display during regular business hours through Jan. 4 , is a whimsical look at survival.
“It’s really a look at the immigrant experience,” said Patrick Gaffey, cultural supervisor for Clark County. “He’s just telling that story in a very tongue-in-cheek manner.”

Young musicians invited to compete in Battle of the Bands at Henderson festival

If you are a high school musician who has ever dreamed of playing in front of 10,000 people, here is your chance. The city of Henderson is inviting all Clark County high school students to participate in its inaugural Battle of the Bands competition for a chance to perform at the city’s Fourth of July celebration.

West African artist’s works travel to Las Vegas

The West African country of Cameroon is a bit closer to North Las Vegas thanks to artist Angu Walters. The 30-year-old painter is a splash of color in a din of poverty and political unrest, said Chuck Cavanaugh, the Southwest resident who helped put Walters’ name on the lips of Las Vegas artists.