Patrick Moulin
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Shopping
Monday, Monday
November 25th, 2010
Most thrifty shoppers have heard of Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving when retailers offer ridiculous deals. Of course, to get those deals, you have to brave large crowds and find a place to park. If you’re someone who prefers to shop at home in your pajamas, then you may be more interested in Cyber Monday.
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Henderson Wonderland
November 18th, 2010
Without the traditional signs of the changing seasons—palm trees don’t shed their fronds in fall—the Valley’s only real indication that winter is coming is the increasingly early arrival of Christmas decorations.
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The highlights of this week in your city.
November 18th, 2010
Sat. 20
One of the best things about Las Vegas is that you can play golf year-round. It makes sense then that the Golf Fest Vegas will be held this late in the year at Angel Park Golf Club (100 S. Rampart Blvd.). Starting at 9 a.m. golf enthusiasts will be able to sample the newest advances in golf equipment, attire and products direct from major manufacturers. PGA pros will be on hand to give free lessons, the driving range will be open to test out the newest drivers, and there will also be a trick-shot demonstration. Tickets are $10, with children under 10 admitted for free, and anyone who purchases a ticket receives a free round of golf at Angel Park. Visit GolfFestShow.com for more information.
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Picking Up Norwegians
November 18th, 2010
Did you now that that there are 30,000 Norwegian-Americans living in Las Vegas? The producers of a new TV reality show must have since they were in the Valley on Nov. 12-13 searching for locals with Norwegian heritage. The yet-to-be named show would follow couples as they date in the United States and Norway.
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The highlights of this week in your city.
November 11th, 2010
Tues. 16
It’s the middle of November and you know what that means: Christmas is here! Well, not really, but the festivities are starting with the 17th annual cactus lighting event at the Botanical Cactus Gardens at Ethel M Chocolates near Mountain Vista Street and Sunset Way. The unique three-acre garden contains some 300 varieties of cacti draped with more than 500,000 brilliant lights that will bring the desert alive at night. If you can’t make it to the lighting ceremony at 6 p.m., fret not, as the illuminated Cactus Garden will be free for visitors to see until Jan. 1. Visit EthelM.com for more information.
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Buffet Battle
November 11th, 2010
As of Nov. 7, The Next Iron Chef has moved to Las Vegas. That week was all about chocolate desserts. This week, Nov. 14, will be about re-interpreting the classic Las Vegas buffet. The show airs at 9 p.m. Sundays on the Food Network. Here are seven reasons why you should tune in:
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Sweet Success
Aureole pastry chef Megan Romano infuses desserts with artist’s sensibility
November 4th, 2010
Homegrown food and art always surrounded Megan Romano in the quaint home in which she was raised in North Haven, Conn. Not far beyond the front door, snap peas, strawberries, squash and blueberries sprouted in a small garden tended by her mother. Down in the basement, artwork emerged from the canvases and acrylic paint in her mother’s makeshift studio.
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The highlights of this week in your city.
November 4th, 2010
Sun. 7
As one of the most grueling events in North America, the Silverman Nevada Triathlon attracts athletes from around the world. The race is 17 punishing hours of endurance, starting at Lake Las Vegas with a 2.4-mile swim, followed by a 112-mile bike ride and concluding with a 26.2-mile run to the Henderson Pavilion. More than 1,100 gluttons for punishment from 43 states and 17 countries will compete. Visit HendersonLive.com or call 267-2171 for more information.
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Golden Girl
Whoopi Goldberg shares her stories, opinions and birthday with Las Vegas
November 4th, 2010
You’d think that buying a gift for a celebrity would be difficult, but Whoopi Goldberg is easy to shop for. “Get me a dollar scratch-off and I’m happy,” she says. But this year, the Academy Award-winning actress will celebrate her 55th birthday with two Las Vegas performances.
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Masters of Disguise
October 28th, 2010
When Marty Howard learned that he was assigned to Nellis Air Force Base after being drafted in 1970, the New Jersey native was sure he would die in the desert heat. But once he landed in Las Vegas, Howard knew he was home.
After completing his service and spending a brief stint back East, Howard returned to the Valley and started American Singing Telegrams in 1978. An entertainer at heart, he attended wedding receptions, 40th birthday parties and medical conventions, and delivered singing telegrams.
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