November 28, 2008
In seasons of discontent – say, in the blazing summer, or in an economic downturn – families have considered leaving Las Vegas for more tyke-friendly cities and towns. Should they go? Absolutely – so long as it's just on a day trip to one of the area's wonderful parks and desert recreation areas. Quality family time is just a car ride away. Continue reading »
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The Las Vegas Wranglers provide a taste of professional ice hockey right here in the desert. From the magnificent Orleans Arena to the NHL-style presentation, the team delivers a lot of family-friendly entertainment – for not a lot of money – as it defends its 2008 conference championship. 
Over a decade in the making, Caution: Funny Signs Ahead is in stores just in time for the holidays. The authors, Megan Edwards and Mark Sedenquist, are also going to be in stores in the Las Vegas area beginning this weekend. Here’s more about the book and an invitation to stop by while you’re doing your holiday shopping! 
Everybody knows Las Vegas is a great place to shop every day of the year, but some of the best spots to find memorable holiday gifts aren’t necessarily on the Strip or in malls. Whether you’re shopping for kids, teens, or an eccentric adult, you’re sure to find something perfect at one of these “best-kept secrets.” 
Rosemary's Restaurant, on West Sahara, is one of my favorite restaurants in Las Vegas. Yes, it's sandwiched between a Dollar Tree and a Stein Mart, but the food is out of this world. Chefs Michael and Wendy Jordan have created menus full of rich, fresh flavors that rival those at any high-profile restaurant on the Strip. Whether for a casual lunch or a celebration dinner, I eat there every chance I get. 
What century-old game hails from New England, is played in the open air, and got its start in a pie factory? It's disc golf, also called Frisbee golf, and it is extremely popular here in Vegas. Why? Because it's scenic, fun, easy to learn and free to play. 
What? You didn't make plans for Nevada Day? Sure, this state holiday, now observed on the last Friday in October, often catches folks by surprise. But don't let another year go by without checking out the annual open house at Castillo del Sol, Lonnie Hammargren's peerless house of wonders on Sandhill Road. You know the place – the one with the Statue of Liberty's arm sticking up over the cinderblock wall. The rest of the place is just as … odd. 
What do you get when you combine a heartwarming story about a dog with thousands of readers from one city? You get the “One Book Henderson” movement. Now in its second year, One Book Henderson creates community through literature one book at a time. As the owner of several Labs in my lifetime, I decided to check out some of the events built around this year's book, the bestseller “Marley & Me.” 
