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WSe V ElcomeHOMEA S Home Learn Where Locals Prefer to Shop Will Your Remodeling Project Pay Off Finding Quality Child Care Newcomer & Community Information O F L A G S U M M E R 2 0 1 0 WIN A YEAR OF FREE DVR SERVICE See page 5 A F r e e G i f t F o r L a s V e g a s A r e a H o m e b u y e r s Make the jump to greatness with the Cox Bundle. Call 968-0551 Today! Expires 9/30/10. Available only to residential customers in Cox Las Vegas service areas. Advertised bundle includes Cox Advanced TV, Cox High Speed Internet Essential and Cox Digital Telephone Starter with Simply 5 long distance. The regular monthly rate for all 3 services is $98.99. After rst three months regular rates apply for premium movie channels. Digital receiver ($7.50/mo) or CableCARDTM ($1.99)/mo.) rental required. Installation, taxes, franchise fees and other surcharges are additional. Number of digital outlets per household may be limited. Digital receiver required for On DEMAND programming. 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But even though we’re the third largest cable telecommu- nications company in the U.S., we operate locally, and connect- ing with our customers and our community on a local basis is of great importance to us. We connect in a literal sense by providing award-winning, advanced telecommunications services enabling you to enjoy your favorite news, information and entertainment programs on cable television every day. We also connect by providing the fastest broadband speeds in Southern Nevada as well as landline telephone service. In a gurative sense, we connect by improving the quality of life for those who live in the communities we serve. For example, we contribute cash and in-kind donations totaling nearly $2 million annually to over 100 non-pro t organizations and supplying public, private and parochial schools with cable television service. We’re also very proud of our commitment to our customers. As a winner of numerous J.D. 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What’s Your Best Choice for Pay TV – Cable or Satellite 16 Dispelling some of the biggest misconceptions, inaccuracies and old wives tales will help you decide. Lots of Leisure in Las Vegas 18 Your neighborhood recreation facility is a great place to meet your new neighbors. Finding Quality Child Care 20 Tips to make sure the child care you select has the most comfortable and safe environment possible. Shop Where the Locals Shop 23 Here are some of the neighborhood malls where locals prefer to shop. Discover Your Library 25 No other card in your wallet can offer you the kind of free information, helpful resources and entertainment that a library card can. Welcome From Cox Communications 3 Newcomer & Community Information 26 – 29 Las Vegas Area Map 30 Publisher: James F. Sweeney Pro duc tion & Ed i to ri al Man age ment: Mary Sweeney Promotions Director: Lucy Sweeney Pro duc tion: Graph ic Results, Carol Rush Executive As- sis tants: Kelly Marie, Ryan James. 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The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels basket- ball team plays an exciting brand of bas- ketball under head coach Lon Kruger. They play all of their home games at the luxurious Thomas and Mack Center. For more information on these pro- grams, or any of the other 15 Division I sports at UNLV, call 739-FANS or log onto www.unlvrebels.com. Check out the hard-hitting, fast- paced action of Las Vegas Wran- glers Professional Hockey at the State-Of-The-Art Orleans Arena. The Las Vegas Wranglers regular season runs October to April. They are the minor league affiliate of the NHL Phoenix Coyotes. Call 471- 7825 for more information or visit www.lasvegaswranglers.com. Las Vegas has a very successful professional minor league baseball team called the Las Vegas 51s. They play in the Paci c Coast League as a AAA af liate of the Toronto Blue- jays. Their home is Cashman Field, seating 9,334, which boasts of a state- or-the-art misting system to keep fans cool during the games. The Las Vegas 51s home season runs April through September. You can purchase tickets through the Cashman Field ticket of ce, Ticket Master, or by calling the LV 51s at 798-7825. Las Vegas is the undisputed boxing capital of the world. Major ghts take place all the time at the larger hotels and more minor events take place at venues all over town. The National Finals Rodeo is held every year before a sellout-crowd of 172,000 for 10 days in December at the Thomas and Mack Center. The world’s best cowboys and cowgirls compete for over $4 million dollars in prize money in this world championship of profes- sional rodeos. For more information call 739-FANS. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) is a US based mixed martial arts (MMA) organization headquar- tered in Las Vegas. UFC is currently recognized as the largest MMA promo- tion in the world. This ghting sport is fast becoming the most popular on an international level. Because of its Las Vegas ties, many events are held here in Las Vegas. The 160,000 seat Las Vegas Motor Speedway is considered one of the world’s fastest tracks of its size. The 1.5 mile super speedway holds Nascar events in this state-or-the-art facility. Located just northeast of Nellis Air Force Base, this “diamond in the des- ert” hosts the annual Shelby American 400, entertaining 250,000 auto racing fans. There’s also the drag racing facil- ity, which hosts the NHRA Summer & Summer Las Vegas Nationals. For more information call 644-4444. UNLV Runnin' Rebels play all their home games at the luxurious Thomas and Mack Center. The Las Vegas 51s minor league baseball team plays at Cashman Field. 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Here are a few more reasons why CSN will help you brush up on your future: Small Classes • Online Courses & Degree Programs • Scholarship Assistance • Job Placement Assistance Transfer Centers • Free Tutoring • Career Planning • Financial Aid • Comprehensive Support Services CSN is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer 650-2276 • csn.edu/admissions YOUR FUTURE STARTS HERE GET A FRESH START AT CSN. 8 WELCOME HOME MAGAZINE Add An Artistic Accent A painted chest or antique armoire is a fashion statement when it is added to most furniture styles. These should not match your existing décor, but instead stand out as an artistic expression complementing your other furnishings. An example of this would be adding a Ningbo (Asian) antique painted piece to a very clean contem- porary room. The result will be a unique fashion statement that will be charming, as well as create conversation among your friends! Shop Online & Deliver to Las Vegas Place your order online and AFW will work with you every step of the way. Their polite and profes- sional delivery team will bring the furniture into your home, place it in the room of your choice and completely set up your furniture. Unlike most competitors, they don’t shop out nationwide deliveries to 3rd parties. If you order from American, it will be delivered from American! Go to www.afwonline.com, click delivery info for full details and start decorating your new house today! Update your lamps – pick shades or bases with bright colors that engage and draw your eyes. Add an interesting sculpture or piece of colored glass to your cocktail table or mantle – it can become a focal point of the room. An area rug adds color and pattern to the oor, creating warmth and atmosphere. A leaner mirror placed opposite a window with a view can open a room and make it appear larger. A beautiful oral or a touch of greenery adds warmth to any space. Utilizing any of these tips allows you the opportunity to add your per- sonality to an otherwise neutral room of furniture. Accessories are a smaller purchase that can change the look of any room quickly and effectively. Revamp Your Space Tips from American Furniture Warehouse Furnishing your new home is an adventure in fashion – where the trends change swiftly and dramatically, same as selecting your wardrobe is centered around current fashion trends. Unfortunately, you cannot change out all of your furniture to keep up with constantly changing fashion trends or to update looks you have grown tired of. You can still give your new home a fresh feel, bring in the latest color trends and make your home an exciting retreat without stressing your bank account! Consider these simple designing tips: Rearrange Plan one room at a time and complete it before you move to the next. Stand in the middle of the room and think about how you will use the room. Is there enough space to arrange the furniture to best suit how you plan to use the room Go to www.AFWonline.com and experi- ment with the room planner if you need assistance with this step. Other simple rearrangement ideas include moving some furniture away from the walls – this adds a unique touch and changes the room feel and dimensions. If you are not pleased with the overall layout or feel of your room, you may also consider exchang- ing pieces from one room to another. Just because you bought a new lamp intended for your bedroom doesn’t mean it is not better suited for your liv- ing room. Add New Accessories Accessories are an affordable way to simply update a room, or completely revamp the feel of a space. A new piece of art hung on a focal wall can add drama and introduce a new color scheme. Use the art as a building block to pull colors into new pillows and a throw on the sofa. 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So many of the people you will “Saving You Money” with News 3’s Jim Snyder Welcome home neighbor, I’m glad you chose to join us here in the Las Vegas Val- ley! My name is Jim Snyder. I’m the Evening Anchor at the local NBC af liate, KVBC TV, Channel 3. My focus is on news that bene ts consum- ers, so I’ll be working hard to uncover stories on how your tax dollars are being spent and discovering useful tips to help you save money. News 3 prides itself in not only covering stories that have real value, but also providing useful solutions that impact you and your family. With that resolve, let me be among the rst to congratulate you on making a fantastic choice for a new place to call home. Talking with newcomers like you always takes me back to the day when I rst rolled into town in 1991. Fewer than one million people lived here then, today more than two million people do. Our community has seen many changes in that time, but the best part of living here really hasn’t changed. The most valuable resource in our little corner of the desert south- west is the people who live here. Our community has been hit hard by the housing slump and the number of foreclosures that it brought. We are beginning to see the early promising signs of a turn-around. The number of home sales has been climbing lately, but prices are still down. That’s why the timing of your move to the valley is so perfect. for you and for us. “My focus is on news that bene ts consumers, so I’ll be on your side with stories to help you save money.” “We’re so glad you’re here, because it’s the start of a relationship that will work well for everyone.” We’re so glad you’re here, because it’s the start of a relationship that will work well for everyone. As you look around for the right place for your family to settle down, you’re in a very powerful position as a potential buyer or renter. Remember, I’m a consumer advocate so I’m on your side in the housing game. A large inventory of houses means you have more choice, and can get more home for less money than anytime in many years. If you choose to put down more permanent roots and invest in a home here, you are poised to bene t from the coming rebound in home values. This is also a time of growth for our most powerful economic engine, the gaming industry. In the next year, you’ll have a front row seat as three major new resorts open on the Las Vegas Strip. That will bring tens of thousands of new jobs. Historically, Las Vegas has proven to be resilient. Our Valley tends to bounce back sooner and at a faster pace than other parts of the country. I’ll be doing my best every night to keep you up to date on the improve- ments in our economy and housing market during my Saving You Money reports. It will be exciting as we all watch things get back on track. Thanks for choosing to be a part of our future. meet in the next weeks, months and years moved here from somewhere else themselves. That’s something most of us have in common. We’re happy to have you here, and I think you’ll feel that as you get settled in. Your timing couldn’t have been better. There’s no doubt we are going through some challenges right now. SUMMER 2010 13 14 WELCOME HOME MAGAZINE Senior Clubs / Resources Adult Care Consultants ..474-7171 Alzheimer’s Disease Assn. .248-2770 Catholic Community Services of Ne va da 382-0721 Clark County Nevada Genealogical Society ..225-5838 Clark County Parks & Recreation Activity Classes ..455-8200 Foster Grandparent Program ..647-1515 Jewish Family Service Agency 732-0304 Meals on Wheels Boulder City 385-5284 Henderson 385-5284 Las Vegas .385-5284 Senior Citizens Protective Services .455-4291 Senior Citizen Transportation 646-4203 Senior Friends .434-6500 Maryland Parkway ..735-5510 Mountain View 255-5404 Senior Tripsters .387-0007 UNLV Client Services Center 895-3106 Senior Centers The following senior centers are located throughout the Las Vegas area and offer a variety of recreational activities, including gymnasiums, swimming pools, libraries, shuf- eboard, billiard rooms, and exercise rooms. These centers also offer workshops, public service programs, eld trips, meals, games and social activities to encourage continuing education, skills training, preventative health care and community interaction among Southern Nevada’s retirees. Boulder City .293-3320 Cambridge 455-7169 Cora Coleman Center .455-7628 Derfelt ..229-6601 Doolittle .229-6125 Dula Gymnasium .229-6307 East Las Vegas ..229-1515 Economic Opportunity Board ..647-2536 Henderson 267-2323 Howard Lieburn Center .229-1600 Indian Summers ..879-5250 Las Vegas ..229-6454 Mesquite .346-5290 North Las Vegas .633-1600 ex 1492 NORTHWEST 229-4794 Northwest Outreach Center 229-4924 Overton 397-8002 Parkdale 455-8502 Senior Advocate Center.. 455-7051 Senior Citizens Law Project .229-6596 West Flamingo .455-7742 Whitney .455-7533 Winchester .455-7340 Oering personalized care with a true balance of integrity and professional expertise in. NEVADA EYE & EAR CARES! OPHTHALMOLOGY • Adult & Pediatric Eye Exams • Cataract Surgery with Traditional or Restor ®Accommodating Lens • Medical & Surgical Treatment for Glaucoma and Diabetic Retinopathy & Macular Degeneration • Pediatric & Adult Strabismus OTOLARYNGOLOGY • Diagnosis & Treatment of the Ear, Nose & Throat • Nasal Obstruction& Sinus • Diseases of the Ear, Hearing and Balance • Snoring& Sleep Apnea • Cosmetic Plastic Surgery • Audiology, Allergy & Patch Testing Home of the Skin Clinic at Nevada Eye & Ear Medical, Cosmetic & Laser Skin & Wellness Health Center A P R A C T I C E O F E X C E L L E N C E 2598 Windmill Pkwy. (Windmill at Pecos) 9100 W. Post Road (I-215 at Sunset) 2020 Goldring Ave. (Near Valley Hospital) For appointments call: 702.896.6043 nevadaeyeandear.com SUMMER 2010 15 Seniors Find Many Options in Las Vegas by Lynne Montel Sloane Las Vegas has become a mecca for senior retirees for a variety of rea- sons. Climate, low tax base (no state income tax), low utility rates and plenty of new communities that cater speci cally to the rapidly swelling sen- ior population. Many local casinos also target the senior market with every- thing from low cost food specials, to a dizzying array of special events such as ballroom dancing — many even offer free shuttle bus service to the hotel/ casinos from local retirement commu- nities. There has probably never been a better time to retire to this desert oasis with its warm winter sun and multitude of golf courses, parks and entertain- ment options. Since almost everyone who now lives in Las Vegas has moved here from another part of the country, seniors nd it is very easy to make new friends. Despite the tourist’s perception of Las Vegas, it really is much like any other city its size — well almost. Las Vegas is open 24 hours a day with live entertainment and a plethora of din- ing options. You have probably already discovered that you can do your grocery shopping and play the slots in most gro- cery stores. But, once you get past the glamour, glitz and neon of the “Strip” and Downtown, senior newcomers will nd a lot of wonderful surprises. Whether you’ve chosen to live in a retirement community or not, Las Vegas offers such a broad spectrum of activi- ties, that it’s almost impossible to be bored. Short day trips by car can sweep you to the cool breezes and mountain air of Mount Charleston and Lee Can- yon. The grandeur of Red Rock Canyon is just minutes from town. As the senior population has expanded, so have the clubs and orga- nization available to the city’s seniors — from Chess to quilting, screen writ- ing to line dancing — there is a club out there that involves your favorite hobby, interest of support. The Las Vegas senior centers offer a variety of recreational facilities such as swimming pools, gymnasiums, libraries and exer- cise rooms. They also offer workshops, art classes, computer training, and even a weekly bridge game! Whether you’ve chosen to live in a retirement community or not, Las Vegas offers such a broad spectrum of activities, that it’s almost impossible to be bored. Since almost everyone who now lives in Las Vegas has moved here from another part of the country, seniors nd it is very easy to make new friends. 18 WELCOME HOME MAGAZINE Lots of Leisure in Las Vegas! Las Vegas is certainly a city where there is something for everyone! Once you’ve settled in and are ready to meet your neighbors, check out the nearest recreational facility or go on the web at www.lasvegaspark- sandrec.com. You will discover a wide variety of educational courses, self- improvement classes, craft workshops, and service groups for youth and adults. The city of Las Vegas offers tens of thousands of leisure experiences to valley residents of all ages every year. Community center coordinators design their programs to t the needs of the neighborhood or geographi- cal area they serve. Programs range from arts and crafts and sports to educational activities. Besides offering classes and workshops for self improve- ment, community schools offer rec- reational opportunities such as sports leagues, special events and family activities. Sports and Fitness… The Municipal Sports Of ce offers adult sports leagues, clinics and tour- naments in softball, basketball, ag football, soccer and volleyball through- out the year. Call 229-1642 for sports information. Kids can get active with youth sports leagues. Here children and teens get plenty of exercise while receiving a solid foundation in sports fundamen- tals, while learning good sportsman- ship and team work and they develop self-con dence through participation in recreational team sports. Clinics, leagues and tournaments are held at numerous locations throughout the city of Las Vegas. Plenty of Pools… The City of Las Vegas operates six pools, the year round indoor Municipal Pool and ve outdoor seasonal pools. All provide swim lessons, open swim, special events and other activities. Just for Kids… Help your child develop new friend- ships by enrolling them in one of the 21 facilities offering classes in arts, crafts, computer, dance, drama, gymnastics, martial arts, and music. Call 229-6729 for more information on all these pro- grams (except T-Shirt Sports.) is an after school program Safekey offered in the elementary schools grades K-5th. Track Break is a a program offered for K-5th in year ’round school. Teen Scene is an after school pro- gram for middle school grades 6th – 8th offering homework help and leisure activities. T-Shirt Sports Program offers children as young as 2 years old to participate in activities like Big Wheel 500 races, beginner golf, oor hockey, soccer, tennis and sh- ing just to name a few. For informa- tion call 229-6374. Kids stay Busy All Summer! This Department of Leisure Ser- vices offers summer day camps throughout the city. For the Arts Patron… Four cultural facilities offer over 250 courses in the visual and perform- ing arts for all ages, from oor loom weaving to Argentine Tango. Included in the cultural facilities are opportuni- ties to get involved with the youth theater, the Las Vegas youth orchestra, to name a few. For more information on upcoming performances visit www. artlasvegas.org or call 229-5430 and request a free copy of Artcue. So get out and enjoy your new home, the City of Las Vegas, where there is literally a leisure activity for everyone to enjoy! Senior Fun Times offers canoeing adventures Help your child develop new friendships by enrolling them in a class at a nearby recreational facility. For a current listing of classes and activities, call 229-6297 and request a free copy of the Parks & Recreation Leisure Guide. Or you can nd it online at www.lasvegasparksandrec.com Senior Fun Times… The senior centers are very popular places for the growing 50+ population. If you are interested in hiking, volley- ball, dance classes, round table discus- sions, gardening, arts & crafts and just about anything else, then the senior centers are the place for you. To nd out more about what is available, you can go online to www.lasvegasparksandrec. com and search for “Prime Timers”. Adaptive Program… The City’s adaptive recreation center offers services and activities for persons of varying abilities. The center’s goals are to meet the physi- cal, emotional, social and intellectual needs of the participants to main and increase recreational and leisure skills. You can obtain program details by call- ing 229-4900. ©2006 The National Arbor Day Foundation 20 WELCOME HOME MAGAZINE COX High Speed InternetSM Order today! 968-0551 2010.05092A • Blazing fast download speeds up to 50 Mbps • FREE protection from the Cox Security Suite Powered by McAfee® (a $69.99 annual value) • Up to 10 email addresses with 2 GB storage SUMMER 2010 21 Your New Job Is Waiting! More than 167,000 job openings to be created in next ve years Publishing the state’s largest Nevada-speci c network of employ- ment web sites, Recruiting Nevada attracts jobseekers through socially responsible recruiting in career elds across the board and provides updated information on position openings, cur- rent employment news and links to a variety of helpful resources. Now that your boxes are unpacked and you’re becoming familiar with your new sur- roundings, it time to look for employ- ment. You’ll be pleased to know that job openings in Las Vegas are available at all levels in industries across the board – contrary to beliefs that Las Vegas only offers jobs in the hotel and casino industry. In fact, regardless of the city’s fame as the Entertainment Capital of the World, less than 20 per- cent of the jobs in Las Vegas require any level of gaming knowledge. The Clark County School District alone hires more than 3,000 new teachers annually, and construction projects like the MGM Mirage City- Center, a $7 billion mixed-use urban village, will employ 7,200 construction employees at its peak. Even if your skills are not speci c to one of Las Vegas’ fastest growing industries, employers in these areas and others are often in need of support staff. Of ce management, accounting and individuals with human resources skills are always in demand. This demand for quali ed talent in the Las Vegas marketplace has created a promising atmosphere for job growth. The tightening job market is forcing employers to increase wages to attract the best employees. Median wages in Las Vegas are often higher than those in other parts of the United States. Some great places to start your job search include www.RecruitingNevada. com or the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce at www.lvchamber.com. …demand for quali ed talent in the Las Vegas marketplace has created a promising atmosphere for job growth. The Las Vegas Chamber of Com- merce Career Center has job open- ings posted from some of Southern Nevada’s most respected companies including the Clark County School District, the Las Vegas Valley Water District and Valley Health Systems. Also consider attending one of the many job fairs held in town. The Opportunity Boulevard job fairs, held at Green Valley Ranch every three months, are a great way to meet poten- tial employers and explore many of the great opportunities available in Las Vegas. For those looking to further their education in hopes of landing the perfect job, Southern Nevada provides a number of higher educational oppor- tunities as well. The College of South- ern Nevada, Nevada State College, Southern Nevada University and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas offer numerous undergraduate and graduate programs, many of them focusing on critical areas of need such as education and nursing. Whatever your career interests or ambitions, Las Vegas provides great opportunities for advancement and growth and will continue to be among the nation’s leaders in job growth. 22 WELCOME HOME MAGAZINE Are You Drinking Enough Water As a new resident to Southern Nevada, you may have already noticed that 100-degree days are very common here, especially dur- ing the summer months. Heat exhaus- tion and dehydration occur quickly and much easier here than in most areas of the country. With this in mind, you will need to pay close attention to keeping you and your family well hydrated. Although Las Vegas tap water is safe to drink, some people contend that it is not refreshing to drink. This may cause you to turn to alternatives containing caffeine and alcohol, such as coffee, teas, soft drinks and beer. You should know that these drinks have a diuretic effect on the kidneys and they actually cause water to drain from your body’s reserves. Water is the best choice for hydra- tion. Good, clean drinking water is essential to everyone’s health. If you are not properly hydrated, you may expe- rience symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, nausea and cramps. In severe cases, dehydration can cause raised core body temperature, heat exhaustion and life-threatening heat stroke. Tips To Staying Well-Hydrated Use an attractive glass or easy-to- use water bottle. Add ice, lemon or lime. Drink moderate amounts through- out the day Take water breaks Nutritionists recommend you drink at least eight glasses a day Bene ts of Bottled Water Include Fluoridation One way to assure that you and your family are drinking enough water is to have bottled water delivered right to your home. This is also a great solu- tion for those of you who object to the taste of Las Vegas water. No need to be concerned that you’ll lose the bene ts of uoridation because you’re drink- ing only bottled water. Some bottled water companies will even offer you an option to include uoride in your water. Other bene ts include: Delivery schedule based on your personal consumption needs A multi-state puri cation process No sodium Choosing the Right Water Company While searching for a water com- pany, you should look for a company with a well-known name and a large local presence. A few other things to consider: How long has the company had an established business in the area How many full time employees does the company have locally Is the company a member of Inter- national Bottled Water Associa- tion Are they National Sanitation Foundation Inspected Do they offer a spill proof cap sys- tem on most equipment () More Than Amazing Milk! *New Customers only! Offer expires 6-30-2010. Restrictions apply. Call or go online for details. More than Amazing Offer* SUMMER 2010 23 Discover Local Shopping In Las Vegasby Kelly Marie As a new resident, you have probably already noticed that a great deal of the shopping in Las Vegas is geared toward the tourist. These malls are mostly located on or near the strip and within walking dis- tance to all the major casinos. Before you resign yourself to ghting the crowds and paying the high prices at these “tourist” malls, you will be happy to know that you do have options. Las Vegas offers many excellent choices for local residents to shop, with regional malls strategically located throughout the city. Unlike the tour- ist malls, these locals’ malls depend on your loyalty and repeat business, and this is why they go out of their way to try and make your shopping experience convenient, affordable and pleasant. They also sponsor many community and children’s events. So if you want to stay clear of tourists, in ated prices and the crowded strip, here is a look at some of the best local malls in Las Vegas. The Boulevard Mall 3528 S. Maryland Parkway 702-732-8268 www.boulevardmall.com Hours Monday Saturday 10 am-9 pm Sunday 11 am-6 pm The Boulevard Mall is shopping for the real Las Vegas! A local favorite, the Boulevard Mall centrally located just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, downtown and the convention center. It is on the corner of Maryland Park- way and Desert Inn Road. The Boule- vard Mall features 140 shops, services and eateries. Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet 1717 S. Decatur Blvd. 702-877-0087 www.fantasticindoorswapmeet.com Hours Friday, Saturday, Sunday 10 am-6 pm If you want “hundreds of shops, thousands of brands and millions of great prices,” then Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet is the place you want to be. Located at the corner of Decatur and Oakey, it is a favorite among locals. In fact, Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet has been voted the “Best of Las Vegas” every year by readers of the Las Vegas Review Journal. Admission is $1.00 for adults, 50 cents for seniors and children 12 and under with an adult are free. Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas 32100 S. Las Vegas Blvd. I-15 at exit 1 in Primm 702-874-1400 www.fashionoutletlasvegas.com Hours: Daily 10 am-8 pm If shopping for bargains in an outlet mall is your passion, look no further. Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas is located in Primm, just 35 miles south of Las Vegas on interstate 15 and is closer than you think. A shopper’s shuttle leaves from convenient locations on the strip with daily schedules. Informa- tion and reservations for the shuttle can be made by calling 702-974-1400. Galleria at Sunset 1300 W. Sunset Road In Henderson at I-95 and Sunset Rd. 702-434-0202 www.galleriaatsunset.com Hours Monday Saturday 10 am-9 pm Sunday 11 am-6 pm Just a few miles from the strip, yet far from the hustle and bustle, you’ll nd the Galleria at Sunset one of Nevada’s premier shopping attractions. Boutiques and eateries are set amid two levels of splashing fountains, vaulting skylights and desert blooms. This pop- ular local mall is conveniently located at the intersection of Sunset Road and Stephanie Street in Henderson. The mall is easily accessible off Interstate 95/515 at the Sunset Road Exit. Meadows Mall 4300 Meadows Lane Northwest Las Vegas Valley 702-878-3331 www.meadowsmall.com Hours Monday-Saturday 10 am-9 pm Sunday 10 am-6 pm Meadows Mall is the only regional shopping center serving the north, northwest and southwest residents of Las Vegas. And with plenty of shops, services and eateries, area residents think there is no better place to shop. The Meadows Mall is conveniently located with easy access off US 95 at Valley View Boulevard. Town Square Las Vegas I-15 & 215 Junction 6065 Las Vegas Blvd South 702-263-4262 www.townsquarelasvegas.com Hours Monday-Thursday 10 am-9 pm Friday & Saturday 10 am-10 pm Sunday 11 am-8 pm If you are looking for a place where the entire family can spend the day together, you should visit Las Vegas’ newest edition to the locals shopping scene. Town Square Las Vegas, is an open-air shopping, dining and enter- tainment destination. According to developers Turnberry and Associates and Centra Properties, Town Square has helped ll a void in the market by providing a gathering place for residents. The dozens of shops and restaurants that comprise Town Square are integrated throughout the 1.5 mil- lion square foot center’s 22 buildings. There is even a children’s park that offers excitement for kids of all ages and features a tree house within a giant 42 foot tree along with a climbing rope, slide and a fort that’s connected by a bridge. A children’s theater hosts shows, performances, storytelling, birthday parties and more. 24 WELCOME HOME MAGAZINE Reasons to Consider an Online Education For Your Child Now that the move is nally over, you may be worrying whether your child’s transition to your new neighborhood school will be as suc- cessful. Will you like the new teacher and administration at the new school Will they understand that your child may not learn the same way as the oth- ers Will the new kids be friendly You do have a choice whether or not to send your child to the tradi- tional neighborhood school. There are many reasons why an online education just might be the perfect choice for your child and your family. What is an Online Education Online education combines creativ- ity, problem solving and communica- tion with technology to give students the skills necessary to thrive in today’s technology-driven world. Because stu- dents already use technology, online education is the ultimate tool for 21st century learners. The foundation of online education is the virtual classroom. Bene ts of the virtual classroom include: Flexibility in scheduling, live teacher instruction and feedback, and the opportunity to work inde- pendently The opportunity for students to interact with the teacher and classmates by oral and written com- munication Recorded virtual classes – all classes are recorded and archived for reviewing/playback purposes Online education was created to t the needs of students today and their families as well as outside demands. Online education has created a whole new kind of school experience for your child that is focused on student devel- opment and centered on community. In fact, community is a vital ele- ment of most online schools. Receiving an education online doesn’t mean your child won’t participate in the social activities vital to their development. Not all online schools have a commu- nity behind them, but successful pro- grams encourage relationships within the education community, between students, families and teachers. Students Learn at Their Own Pace Individualized learning is another important part of an online education. Students are placed in courses that will bene t their abilities and interests. Teachers differentiate according to student needs as they progress at their own pace. So don’t just automatically enroll your child in your new neighborhood school. You really do have options and an online education could be just the right choice for you, your child and your family! Check out your online educa- tion options in Las Vegas. You may want to check out Nevada Connections Academy’s ad below on this page. 800-382-6019 ConnectionsAcademy.com Nevada Connections Academy is accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools Controlling how you learn can produce personal SUMMER 2010 25 Discover Your Library Now that the electricity is on and the cable is connected, your next to-do should be sign- ing up for a free library card. No other card in your wallet can offer you and your family the kind of free informa- tion, helpful resources and entertain- ment that a library card can. Last year, the 24 branches of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library Dis- trict had more than 6 million visits by residents who checked out books, movies and music, researched informa- tion, attended children’s programs, or enjoyed hundreds of library-sponsored and community events. Here’s what your neighbors know: The Library is a Lot of Fun! Entertainment on a budget can be a challenge and your library is here to help. What can you do for fun at the library Borrow books, movies and music to take home or download to your computer or mobile device. Attend free lms, outdoor festivals, gallery exhibits, author visits, lec- tures, workshops, heritage celebra- tions, craft programs and more. Enjoy special programs and events for kids, teens and seniors. Experience together time with your child at library storytimes. Meet new friends at a book club, in the library or online. Find materials for all ages in Span- ish and 36 other languages. The Library is a Valuable Community Partner The library has always opened doors to lifelong learning and personal enrichment. Now, more than ever, your library can help you weather these turbulent times: Search for a job or apply for one online. Find legal forms, business plans and other information to help owners of small businesses succeed. Read newspapers and magazines online or at the library. Learn English and basic reading skills. Get homework help for kids and teens online and at the library. Access the Internet for free on library computers or through free Wi-Fi. Take classes to learn computer skills. in the online catalog, reserve an item and tell us to which branch you’d like the materials delivered. Give us your email address and we’ll let you know when your items are ready to pick up. What could be easier Stay on top of what interests you by subscribing to free newsletters through the web site. Subscribe to Wowbrary and once a week you’ll get an email listing the new items added to the collection, so you can be one of the rst to read the new book by your favorite author. Other online features include the reference service Ask a Librarian, special web pages for kids, Your Library is Convenient and Easy to Use The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District serves the city of Las Vegas and most of Clark County except North Las Vegas, Boulder City and Henderson. There are 12 branches in the urban area, 1 outreach library and 11 branches in the outlying areas of Clark County serving 1.5 million people over 8,000 square miles! A library card is free. The My Account feature on the Library’s web site lets you manage your account online. You can update personal infor- mation, pay nes and fees, request and renew items and much more. Your free library card gives you access to almost 3 million items in the Library’s collection. No time to visit a branch to nd that perfect book or movie You can browse the collection teens, seniors and in Spanish, and an events calendar so you can nd pro- grams of interest. Library District High- lights is a newsletter with information about library services and programs. Highlights for Kids lets parents know what storytimes and programs are hap- pening for the little ones. Both publi- cations are available on the web site and in the branches. To apply for a free library card, visit your nearest branch or apply online. For a list of locations, hours and a map to see which branch is nearest you, visit our web site at www.lvccld.org or call 734-READ. The Library District is a proud member of our vibrant community. We hope you will visit us soon to discover for yourself all your library has to offer you and your family. 26 WELCOME HOME MAGAZINE 7170 N. Decatur Blvd. (at Elkhorn in North Las Vegas) 1399 American Paci c Drive (at Stephanie in Henderson) There are also of ces in Laughlin, Mesquite and Pahrump. Auto Emissions Inspections Most vehicles need a Nevada emission vehicle inspection report. Call the DMV Emis- sions Lab at 486-4981 to see what is required for your vehicle. Inspections can be obtained at any of the authorized service stations or automotive repair facilities throughout the city. Auto Registration, Plates, Tags New Residents: New residents will have to register their vehicle within 60 days of moving, providing the out of state registration does not expire sooner. You will need to bring the following: Current registration certi cate A valid emissions vehicle inspection report if needed Vehicle title, unless held by lien holder Nevada evidence of insurance card Veri cation of vehicle ID, which can be issued at DMV of ces Out of state license plates Road Conditions For Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) updated road conditions call 877- 687- 6237 or visit www.nevadadot.com. NEWCOMER AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION Welcome to your new home in the Las Vegas metropolitan area. The following informa- tion should be helpful whether you are a new- comer or simply moving within the area. The advertisers in this magazine all provide products and services that you may need soon after mov- ing. Keep this reference guide in a handy place so you can refer to it often. Drivers License New Residents: Nevada drivers licenses and plates must be obtained within 30 days after residency has been established. New residents will have to apply at a full service of ce. You will need: Proof of name and age (birth certi cate, driv- ers license, passport) Turn in your out-of-state license Proof of Social Security number (S. S. card, or payroll document) Pass a vision test Drivers under the age of 25 must pass a written test. Drivers age 25 and older who have no special restrictions need not take a written test. Nevada Change of Address: You must change your address within 10 days of moving. You can do it by mail, in person or visit the Web page at www.dmvstat.com or call 486-4DMV (486-4368). Full Service Of ces: Hours: M-F - 8 a.m.-5 p.m./Sat. - 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 8250 W. Flamingo Road (at Cimarron) 2701 E. Sahara Ave. (at McLeod) Automobile Insurance It is a Nevada law that drivers must have state-approved auto insurance. The proof of insur- ance card must be in the vehicle at all times. Auto Clubs AAA Nevada 870-9171 Child Car Restraints It is a Nevada state law that children under the age of ve, or less than 40 pounds must be secured in a child safety seat. Transportation Airport Information: McCarran International Airport ..261-5211 Parking Information ..261-5121 Bus Service: Local bus service is provided by the Citizens Area Transit (CAT). The county-wide bus service runs 20 hours a day on residential routes and 24 hours a day along the Strip. For informa- tion on routes and fares call..228-7433 rtcsouthernnevada.com. Paratransit Services for disabled .228-4800 Trolley Service: Las Vegas Strip Trolley . 1-877-332-8689 Travels the Strip, running every 15 minutes, stopping at each major hotel. Trolley runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. Fare: $1.75 (exact change required). Utilities Electric: NV Energy 6226 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89102 .402-5555 nvenergy.com Cable: Cox Communications 1700 Vegas Drive Las Vegas, NV 89106 383-4000 cox.com Gas: Southwest Gas Corporation 4300 W. Tropicana Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89103 .365-1111 swgas.com Telephone: Cox Communications 1700 Vegas Drive Las Vegas, NV 89106 383-4000 cox.com Water: Southern Nevada Water Authority 1001 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89153 258-7283 snwa.com Sewer: Clark County Water Reclamation 5857 E. Flamingo Road Las Vegas, NV 89122 .434-6600 cleanwaterteam.com Trash Removal/Recycling Republic Services of Southern Nevada pro- vides garbage disposal and recycling services. For residential and customer service call 735-5151 republicservices.com US Postal Service Customer Service. 1-800-275-8777 Downtown Las Vegas 201 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Ste. 100 ..382-5779 Looking for a Doctor You can Trust One who Understands Your Healthcare Needs Convenient Locations Call us for an appointment 1341 S. Rainbow Blvd. 255-4200 821 N. Nellis Blvd. 438-4003 8526 Del Webb Blvd. 254-9192 1397 Galleria Dr. 436-5800 4920 Lone Mountain Rd. 655-0550 1302 W. Craig Rd. 657-9555 9499 W. Charleston, Ste. 150 228-5477 595 W. Lake Mead Pkwy. 566-5500 4880 S. Wynn Rd. (Open 24 Hours) 871-5005 Family Practice • Internal Medicine Primary & Urgent Care On-site X-Ray, Lab, EKG Diagnostic Services Available Most Insurances Accepted Most Ofces Open Evenings & Saturdays SUMMER 2010 27 NEWCOMER AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION Air Quality The Department of Air Quality To report pollution .455-5942 Dust Hotline ..385-DUST Smog Hotline .642-SMOG Visit www.accessclarkcounty.com to check out the air quality in your neighborhood. Emergency Numbers Dial 9-1-1 to access emergency ambulance, re, or police in Clark County, Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, Blue Diamond, Mountain Summers, Laughlin & TDD. Poison Information .732-4989 Domestic Violence Hotline ..646-4981 Police Departments Nevada Highway Patrol486-4100 Boulder City ..293-9224 Henderson.267-5000 Las Vegas .828-3111 Mesquite346-5262 North Las Vegas 633-9111 Voter Registration To vote in any election, you must be regis- tered at your current residence address 30 days prior to the election. If you move within Clark County, you must notify the Election Department in writing. Call the Election Department for a Change of Address card. Residents can also register to vote or change an address at any Department of Motor Vehicles. Nevada is a closed primary state, which means that you cannot vote for partisan of ces in a primary election unless you are registered with that political party. In Clark County any eligible voter can vote by mail during the period for early voting. Mail votes on election day are allowed only in the case of emergency. For more information, call the Election Department . 455-8683 Pets Dogs living in Clark County must be licensed and vaccinated against rabies every two years; cats every year. All dogs must be restrained on a leash or be in control by the owner at all times. Cats must also be restrained on a leash within the city. For more information, call one of the following animal control of ces. Boulder City Animal Control ..293-9283 City of Las Vegas Animal Control .229-6348 Clark County Animal Control.455-7710 Henderson Animal Shelter & Control ..267-4970 Lied Animal Shelter .384-3333 North Las Vegas Animal Control .633-1750 Chamber of Commerce For helpful information on schools, cable service, cultural events, community activities, libraries and parks, call the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce.735-1616 Latin Chamber of Commerce .385-7367 North Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce 642-9595 Employment Hotlines City of Las Vegas. 229-6346 Clark County 455-3174 Recruiting Nevada 240-4100 State of Nevada .486-2920 Welcome Home Magazine Online For more helpful information visit our Web site at welcomehomemag.com Libraries To nd a library near you, call one of the following library areas: Las Vegas-Clark County Library District Web site - www.lvccld.org.734-7323 Henderson District Public Libraries .207-4295 North Las Vegas Library District ..633-1070 Boulder City Library .293-1281 Hospitals Boulder City Hospital, Inc. 901 Adams Blvd. ..293-4111 bouldercityhospital.org Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center 6900 N. Durange Drive 835-9700 centennialhillshospital.com Desert Summers Hospital 2075 E. Flamingo Road 733-8800 desertSummershospital.com Montevista Hospital 5900 W. Rochelle Ave. 364-1111 montevistahospital.com Mountain View Hospital (Las Vegas) 3100 N. Tenaya Way 255-5000 mountainview-hospital.com Mike O’Callaghan Federal Hospital 4700 N. Las Vegas Blvd. .653-2260 lasvegas.va.gov North Vista Hospital 1409 E. Lake Mead Blvd. .649-7711 northvistahospital.com Summer Valley Hospital Medical Center 5400 S. Rainbow Blvd. .853-3000 Summervalleyhospital.com Southern Hills Hospital 9300 W. Sunset Road .880-2100 southernhillshospital.com St. Rose Dominican Hospitals - Rose de Lima Campus 102 E. Lake Mead Pkwy., Henderson 564-2622 strosehospitals.org St. Rose Dominican Hospitals – Siena Campus 3001 St. Rose Pkwy., Henderson ..616-5000 strosehospitals.org St. Rose Dominican Hospitals – San Martín Campus 8280 W. Warm Summer Road, Las Vegas ..492-8000 strosehospitals.org St. Rose/Barbara Greenspun WomensCare Centers of Excellence 100 N. Green Valley Pkwy., Ste. 330 Henderson 616-4900 strosehospitals.org 7220 So. Cimarron Road, Ste. 195, Las Vegas ..616-4900 strosehospitals.org 28 WELCOME HOME MAGAZINE 333 S. Pavilion Center Dr., Las Vegas 89144 University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas, NV 89154 .895-3011 unlv.edu Admissions 774-8658 Campus Tours 774-8658 campustours.unlv.edu Education Outreach ..895-3394 University of Phoenix 7455 W. Washington Las Vegas, NV 89128 .638-7279 Youth and Family Organizations Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Southern Nevada 731-2227 Boy Scouts of America- .736-4366 Las Vegas Area Council Boys and Girls Club of Las Vegas .367-2582 Clark County Family Services..455-5444 Clark County Juvenile Justice ..455-5200 4H Programs – Nevada Cooperative Extension 222-3130 Frontier Girl Scout Council .385-3677 Greater Las Vegas Inner City Games .770-7601 Help of Southern Nevada .369-4357 Las Vegas Indoor Soccer .233-3600 Las Vegas Sports Park .233-3600 Nevada Junior Tennis Assn. .792-8384 Nevada Youth Football League. 437-3825 Nevada Youth Soccer Association .870-3024 Silver State Girls Soccer League ..593-8508 Southern Nevada Pop Warner Football .873-4096 United States Youth Soccer Assn. .870-3024 YMCA Southern Nevada .877-9622 Sports in Las Vegas AAA Baseball/Las Vegas 51s 386-7200 UNLV College Basketball/ Runnin’ Rebels .739-3267 UNLV College Football/ Runnin’ Rebels .739-3267 Las Vegas Motor Speedway 1-800-644-4444 Las Vegas Wranglers Hockey284-7777 Adult Sports Leagues The Clark County Parks & Community Services offers a number of Adult Sports Leagues throughout the county. Registration for adult sports including basketball, ag football, softball, volleyball, tennis and more: Main Number for all information .455-8241 American Football Association 431-2100 Nevada Boxing Commission 486-2575 Nevada Tennis Association ..792-8384 Golf For golf courses and information, contact the Southern Nevada Golf Association, call 458- 4653 or visit www.snga.org Ski Resort Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort is located in the Mount Charleston area approx. 45 miles northeast of Las Vegas. Offers skiing and snowboarding November to April. Call 645-2754 or visit www.skilasvegas.com. NEWCOMER AND COMMUNITY INFORMATION Summerlin Medical Center 657 Town Center Drive .233-7000 summerlinhospital.com Columbia Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center Sunrise Children’s Hospital 3186 S. Maryland Pkwy. ..731- 5437 sunrisechildrenshospital.com Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center 3186 S Maryland Pkwy. 731-8000 sunrisehospital.com University Medical Center 1800 W. Charleston Blvd. 383-2000 umcsn.com Valley Hospital Medical Center 620 Shadow Lane .388-4000 valleyhospital.net Urgent Care Fremont Medical Centers .fmcnv.com 1341 S. Rainbow, Suite 101 ..255-4200 821 N. Nellis Blvd. .438-4003 4920 Lone Mt. Road .655-0550 8526 Del Webb Blvd. 254-9192 1397 Galleria Road, Henderson .436-5800 1302 W. Craig Rd., North Las Vegas .657-9555 9499 W. Charleston, Suite #150. 228-5477 595 W. Lake Mead Parkway ..566-5500 4880 S. Wynn Rd. (Open 24 Hours) 871-5005 Child Care To get a referral for licensed child care cen- ters or in home child care providers: Clark County Social Services Child Care Licensing Board .229-6281 Schools The Clark County School District currently operates 219 schools — 142 elementary schools, 31 middle schools, 28 senior high schools, 4 special schools and 14 alternative schools. All schools follow a year-round schedule. Clark County School District 5100 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89146 799-5000 ccsd.net Nevada Department of Education 9890 S. Maryland Pkwy., Suite 221, Las Vegas, Nevada 89183 .486-6458 doe.nv.gov Private Schools Contact Nevada Department of Education for a list of private schools .775-687-9238 Faith Lutheran JR and SR High School 2015 S. Hualapai Way, Las Vegas, NV 89117 804-4400 faithlutheranlv.org Trinity International Schools K-12 2525 Emerson Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89121 732-3957 trinitylv.org Colleges and Universities College of Southern Nevada-CSN is a multi-campus institution ..650-2276 csn.edu/ West Charleston Campus .651-5000 6375 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas 89146 Cheyenne Campus 651-4000 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave., N. Las Vegas 89030 Henderson Campus .651-3000 700 College Drive, Henderson 89002 Continuing Education ..651-4059 Shopping Boulevard Mall ..732-8268 3528 S. Maryland Pkwy. at Desert Inn Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet.877-0087 1717 S. Decatur Blvd. Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas 874-1400 I-15 at exit 1 (Primm) Fashion Show 369-0704 3200 S. Las Vegas Blvd. The Forum Shops at Caesars 644-3065 3500 Las Vegas Blvd. Galleria at Sunset .434-0202 I-15 & Sunset Road Grand Venetian Grand Canal Shoppes at the 414-4500 3355 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Meadows Mall .878-3331 4300 Meadows Lane Town Square Las Vegas . 263-3860 6605 Las Vegas Blvd., S. at I-15 & 215 junction Arts Las Vegas Philharmonic 258-5438 Las Vegas Master Singers ..895-3008 Nevada Ballet Theatre ..243-2623 Area Attractions Las Vegas has a wide choice of area attrac- tions and activities you can enjoy with family and friends. The following is a list of some popu- lar ones. Aventuredome ..691-5861 Bonnie Summers Ranch ..875-4191 Circus Circus .734-0410 Crystal Palace Skating Center ..645-4892 Ethel M. Chocolate Factory ..800-471-0352 Fremont Street Experience.678-5777 Gameworks .432-4263 Lake Mead Cruises293-6180 Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix .259-7000 Las Vegas Natural History Museum ..384-3466 Las Vegas Sport Park .233-3600 Las Vegas Zoo 648-5955 M & M’s World.736-7611 Mirage Dolphin & Tiger Habitat ..791-7111 Hunting & Fishing Licenses Licenses can be purchased at the Fish and Wildlife Service Desert National Wildlife Refuge Complex, 4701 N. Torrey Pines Dr. . 515-5450 SUMMER 2010 29 Card inside this magazine. As a free service to you, we will pass along your inquiry to the adver- tiser you request. Newspapers Community Newspapers of Nevada .435-7700 El Tiempo (Weekly) .. 387-2993 Las Vegas Review-Journal .383-0211 Nifty Nickel ..224-5500 Radio Stations KBAD AM 920 Sports ..876-1460 KCEP FM 88.1 R&B / Hip Hop .648-0104 KCNV FM 89.7 Classical .258-9895 KJUL FM 104.3 Adult Standards .258-0285 KDWN AM 720 News/Talk .257-6397 KENO AM 1460 Sports/Talk .876-1460 KISF FM 103.5 Mexican Regional .284-6400 KMZQ FM 100.5 Adult Contemp. ..796-1100 KKLZ FM 96.3 Classic Rock 730-0300 KKVV AM 1060 Christian ..731-5588 KLAV AM 1230 Talk/Info796-1230 KLSQ AM 870 Spanish284-6400 KLUC FM 98.5 Top-40 253-9800 KMXB FM 94.1 Hot Adult Comtemp .257-9400 KNPR FM 88.9 Public Radio .258-9895 KNUU AM 970 News/Talk ..735-8644 KOAS FM 105.7 Smooth Jazz ..784-4000 KOMP FM 92.3 Rock .876-1460 KQOLFM 93.1 Oldies ..238-7300 KQRT FM 105.1 Mexican Regional 597-3070 KQMR FM 99.3 Spanish ..284-6400 KRLV AM 1340 Spanish ..796-1230 KRRN FM 92.7 Spanish .597-3070 KSHP AM 1400 Sports/Shopping221-1200 The Planetarium and Observatory .651-4759 Sightseeing Tours ..892-7575 Stratosphere ..380-7777 Social Security Administration General info and services. 1-800-772-1213 1250 S. Buffalo Dr. #150, Las Vegas, NV 89117 Local Number 866-704-4859 Senior Centers For a complete listing of senior centers, please refer to our article on page 14 of this issue. Parks & Recreation City of Las Vegas Parks & Leisure offers a variety of year ’round sports leagues, after school pro- grams and social activities for seniors. ..229-6297 Clark County Parks & Rec. ..455-8200 Henderson Parks & Rec. Dept. .267-4000 North Las Vegas Rec. Dept. ..633-1171 Lake Mead Nat’l. Rec. Area .293-8990 Red Rock Canyon State Park .515-5350 Summer Mtn. Ranch State Park .875-4141 Floyd Lamb State Park ..229-8100 Hoover Dam ..494-2517 Nevada State Parks 775-684-2770 Valley of Fire State Park .397-2088 Advertiser Inquiries The advertisers in Welcome Home Magazine provide products and services that you may need soon after moving. 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