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Six Baby Lions Born at The Lion Habitat Ranch
The Lion Habitat Ranch in Henderson is home to more than 40 lions, birds, and the first baby giraffe in Nevada. However, on April 1, the reserve welcomed six new cuddly residents. In an incredibly rare event, six baby lion cubs were born to mom, Pebbels. The Lion Habitat Ranch has been a part of […]
Butterfly Habitat Opens for Spring
The Springs Preserve Botanical Gardens welcomes spring with its seasonal Butterfly Habitat, open now. Hundreds of butterflies and an array of plants have returned for the seasonal exhibit. Guests have the chance to wander through the unique butterfly habitat and witness the fascinating dance between free-flying butterflies and the plants that sustain them. Guests will gain a […]
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Vote for the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in USA Today Poll!
The National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko is one of 20 national festivals chosen as nominees in USA 10 Best Readers Choice award! Get your support on by sharing this link, and voting for our own homegrown all-things-cowboy festival! Click on this link http://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-cultural-festival/ to vote for the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, and please share this with […]
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Fried Chicken Martinis and Other Things You Didn’t Know About Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas
If you’re going to open a bowling alley in this day and age, you better have a few tricks up your sleeve. Don’t get me wrong, I think bowling is awesome. But it’s not necessarily always thought of as the coolest activity…until now. Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas—which celebrated its one-year anniversary March 7—has reinvented the idea […]
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Best of Nevada 2015
The Best of Nevada 2015 survey is now open! Click here to begin the survey. Please note, you must complete the survey once you start it; this is to ensure each computer is allowed one opportunity to complete the survey. Results will be published in the July/August 2015 issue of Nevada Magazine, Events & Shows, and on nevadamagazine.com. One lucky voter will […]
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Nevada Poetry Out Loud State Finals
The words of great poets come to life on stage across the state as more than 3,100 high school-aged students compete to represent their county at the 10th annual Nevada Poetry Out Loud State Finals at the Siena Hotel in Reno on March 14 from noon-3 p.m. Poetry Out Loud begins at the local level […]
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Elko’s Cowboy Poetry gets a national stage
Having attended my first National Cowboy Poetry Gathering this year, I discovered first-hand just how amazing and unique this event is and why it’s been happening for 31 years. From the incredible variety of poets and musicians, the dances which left me breathless, and the exhibits and education, this event is as rare as the true […]
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Circus Circus Reno 24-Hour Mural Marathon
Artists submissions for the Circus Circus Reno 24-Hour Mural Marathon, July 10-11, have opened. This is a permanent art installation on the side of the Circus Circus Reno building and an event for spectators and artists alike. The murals (seven in total from seven different artists) will face Virginia Street in the heart of the […]
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Valentine’s Day at Ethel M
BY JANET GEARY Last Christmas, my husband and I visited the cactus gardens at Ethel M Chocolates for the first time and were like little kids enjoying the beautiful light display, featuring more than 500,000 lights, animated figures, and holiday music. Las Vegas has always been a romantic getaway for visitors, but now Ethel M’s […]
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Chapel Tavern screens outdoor-adventure films
With all of the outdoor recreation provided by Mother Nature in northern Nevada, it’s a haven for thrill seekers. Beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 28, Chapel Tavern will host a monthly event dubbed Reno Wild Life (RWL) to celebrate the vast array of outdoor adventure found in the region—all to benefit nonprofits that support both the environment and […]
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JetBlue announces nonstop Reno-NYC flight
The Reno Tahoe International Airport has revealed that low-cost airline JetBlue will start daily nonstop service to New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport on May 28. The once-a-day flight will leave Reno at 11:59 p.m. PST, arriving in New York at 8:09 a.m. EST. The flight from JFK will depart at 7:40 p.m., arriving in […]
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Burning Man 2014 Photo Gallery
Annual celebration offers exceptional sights. By Eric Cachinero Nearly one month has passed since the 2014 Burning Man gathering in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert. Although the dust has settled, the memories have not. Got a case of Burning Man nostalgia? Check out some of our favorite moments from 2014. We hope you enjoy.
Historic radio series chronicles Nevada folklife
Nearly 30 years ago, the Nevada Arts Council and its partners created a radio series that would chronicle Nevada folk heritage. The show included experts in local arts that include bit and spur making, the language of gaming, neon glass blowing, cradle-boarding, and more. In celebration of the state’s 150th birthday, the full 13-episode series “Home Means […]
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Historic Fourth Ward School Parties Continue
The historic Fourth Ward School in Virginia City was built in 1876, housed thousands of students in the boomtown during the Comstock Lode until it finally closed its doors in 1936. After sitting dormant for 50 years, the building was brought back to life in 1986 and today it serves as a cultural and educational […]
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Tesla Factory Will Be Open for Visitors
The announcement that northern Nevada was chosen as the site of the new Tesla Battery Gigafactory has sparked a ton of excitement in the state. And while it will be a while before the factory is up and running, when it is, Elon Musk has promised it will be open to visitors. As soon as that happens, […]
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This month’s question: What’s your favorite Nevada wine bar/brew pub?
In our September/October issue, we asked you to tell us your favorite Nevada wine bar and/or brewpub. We may live in the desert but Nevada is home to many wineries, craft breweries, distilleries and more. Where’s your favorite place to have a drink in the Silver State? Leave your comments below, and we’ll publish the Top […]