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Virginia City to offer Free Wi-Fi

While virtually the entire town of Virginia City remains true to its early heritage, today’s visitor is now able to connect with the past through the future with the integration of free Wi-Fi. The “VC Visitor” access provides free 24-hour connectivity with a simple email login for visitors in the business district. “The Virginia City Historic District […]
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Dads Ride Free on Father’s Day

The Nevada Northern Railway, a National Historic Landmark in Ely, offers free rides to all fathers this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21. Treat dad to a trip aboard a historic passenger coach pulled by a locomotive. Passengers will enjoy a ride through remarkable Robinson Canyon. Trains depart at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Open daily from 8 a.m.- 5 p.m., the museum is located […]
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Stewart Father’s Day Powwow

The 2015 Stewart Father’s Day Powwow in Carson City is June 19–21 at the Stewart Indian School Campus. Hosted in partnership with the Nevada Indian Commission and the Stewart Father’s Day Powwow Committee, this annual powwow includes quality Native American arts and crafts vendors and is also a time for alumni, former employees, families, and friends to gather at the former campus. […]
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Whitney Peak Hotel Celebrates Anniversary

Reno’s only non-smoking and non-gaming luxury boutique property, Whitney Peak, which officially opened June 7, 2014, has changed the traditional hotel experience in Reno. “It has been our goal from day one to eschew the status quo,” says General Manager Niki Gross. “We wanted to bring something completely new and unique to Reno, and provide an unparalleled […]
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‘Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice’ Comes to Las Vegas

“Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice” is the first child-centered exhibit in the country dedicated to expanding the understanding of dinosaur habitat. The display roars into Las Vegas at DISCOVERY Children’s Museum is open through September 13. The exciting, traveling exhibit transports families back to the Cretaceous Period, (145-65 million years ago), the time when dinosaurs last lived […]
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No. 1 Disc Golf Course in Las Vegas Opens this Memorial Day

Las Vegas’ best disc golf course is nowhere near the city’s neon; it’s in the mountains surrounding the city, just 35 miles to the north at the Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort (LVSSR). Voted the No.1 disc golf course in Las Vegas, the 5,800-foot course sits among the aspen and bristlecone pines in the beautiful Humboldt-Toiyabe […]
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Las Vegas Celebrates Elvis

Priscilla Presley to Join Opening Weekend Events Celebrating Graceland’s First Permanent Elvis Exhibition Outside of Graceland at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino   Elvis Presley’s Graceland will celebrate the April 23rd grand opening of its new permanent exhibition, theater showroom, and wedding chapel in Las Vegas at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino with star-studded, red […]
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Camp Broadway comes to Las Vegas Summer 2015

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts brings Camp Broadway to Las Vegas for its fourth year with two signature programs: Classic Camp for students ages 10-17 and Shining Stars Camp for students aged 6-9. Classic Camp features five days of musical theater programming from June 15-19. Shining Stars Camp features five half days—choice of morning or afternoon sessions—of musical theatre creative […]
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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 […]
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Easter Sunday 2015 Brunch

  After a long morning of hunting for eggs in the yard, it is customary for some people to enjoy an Easter brunch with the family. Check out these restaurants offering special Easter meals: Cleo – Las Vegas  Contemporary Mediterranean hotspot Cleo inside the new SLS Las Vegas invites guests to enjoy a unique Easter brunch experience featuring a tasty spread 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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Yoda Balloon to Appear at 2015 Great Reno Balloon Race

The Jedi Master Yoda balloon comes to The Great Reno Balloon Race (GRBR) bringing balance to northern Nevada’s sky this Sept. 11-13 at Rancho San Rafael Regional Park. Yoda will appear alongside his 86-foot counterpart from the Dark Side, the Sith Lord Darth Vader, for the three-day event. Both balloons will travel from Belgium for the occasion. “Over […]
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Nevada Northern Railway Online Auction

Train buffs and history aficionados take note: the Nevada Northern Railway Museum is auctioning off railroad adventures and artifacts during its “Saving of the Green” online auction, which runs from March 17-31. Bidders can purchase once-in-a-lifetime experiences and relics at below-value prices while supporting an important piece of American history—the living, breathing, working Nevada Northern Railway Museum, […]