Las Vegas Homes

Spanish traders en route to Los Angeles along the Spanish Trail in the early 1700’s sought a route that would pass through the then unexplored Las Vegas Valley. The Valley, with abundant wild grasses growing and a plentiful water supply, was named Las Vegas, Spanish for “The Meadows.”

The discovery of minerals, including precious metals, lead to the beginning of the mining industry in the late 19th century. The State Land Act of 1885 offered sections of land at $1.25 per acre. Farmers moved in and agriculture became the dominant industry for the next 20 years. The completion of the main railway, linking Southern California with Salt Lake City in 1905, established Las Vegas as a railroad town. The availability of water made Las Vegas an ideal refueling point and rest stop. The railroad was the principal industry in Las Vegas for the next 25 years.

Las Vegas was founded as a city on May 15, 1905, when 110 acres of land situated between Stewart Avenue on the North, Garces avenue to the south, Main Street to the west, and 5th street (Las Vegas Boulevard) to the east, were auctioned off. The City was governed as part of Lincoln County until 1909 when it became the county seat for the newly established Clark County.

Las Vegas became in incorporated city and adopted its first charter on March 16, 1911. At the time of incorporation, the City encompassed 19.18 square miles, and had approximately 800 inhabitants.

By 1930, Las Vegas had grown to a population of 5,165. On March 19, 1931 gambling was legalized in the State of Nevada. One month later, the City issued six gambling licenses.

Beginning in 1931, the construction of Hoover Dam brought an influx of construction workers which started a population boom and gave the Valley’s economy, which was in the grip of the Great Depression, a needed boost.

By 1940 Las Vegas’ population had grown to 8,422. The outbreak of World War II brought the defense industry to the Valley. The isolated location, along with plentiful water and inexpensive energy, made Las Vegas an ideal site for military and defense related industries. The defense industry continues to employ a significant number of Valley residents. Following World War II, lavishly decorated resort hotels and gambling casinos offering top-name entertainment came into existence.

Tourism and entertainment quickly took over as the largest employer in the valley. By 1960, Las Vegas encompassed 25 square miles and had a population of 64,405.

Throughout the 1970’s and into the 1980’s, corporations continued to invest in the hotel/casino industry. Gaming had become a legitimate business, and some properties had stock traded on the Market.

Starting in the mid 1980’s, a period of unprecedented growth began. Annual population increases averaging nearly 7% caused the city’s population to almost double between 1985 and 1995, increasing from 186,380 to 368,360, a 97.6% increase. Contributing to the population growth was a 4% annual increase in hotel rooms and a 9.18% annual increase in jobs from 1990 through 1994. The growth continues still. The latest population prediction in the Las Vegas Valley is 2 million people by 2005.

Las Vegas is nicknamed The Adult Disney- land,” but kids of all ages gawk at the world’s most unforgettable skyline. Where else can you see a vaulting Egyptian pyramid, a fanciful medieval castle, the Statue of Liberty, Venice’s Piazza San Marco, the Eiffel Tower, an erupting volcano, and a battling pirate ship – all on the same street?! The grand hotels along the Strip are not just extravagant facades, but re-creations of exotic locales and golden eras past and future: virtual theme parks, replete with rides and free animatronic and live performances to entertain families 24 hours a day, with restaurants, reviews and casinos that carry out the amusement park promise of the fantastic. The Fremont Street Experience, a five-block-long pedestrian mall in downtown’s Glitter Gulch, is essentially a giant screen presenting different “moving pictures” (dive bombing jet fighters, for example) through an astonishing manipulation of synchronized lights. Beyond the glitter and the glitz, Las Vegas provides a plethora of cultural, scenic, and athletic attractions.

Falling in love with Las Vegas is easy to do. “The Entertainment Capital of the World” welcomes 32 million people a year. Visitors love to enjoy luxurious hotels, unique shopping experiences, dazzling and unusual stage shows, first rate restaurants, and world class gaming. Of course, Las Vegas is also a golfer’s paradise with plenty of championship golf courses.

Away from the man-made excitement is a world of natural beauty unlike any other place on Earth. Red Rock Canyon’s unique rock formations are perfect for both the photographer and the rock climbing enthusiast. Mt. Charleston offers hiking, skiing, camping and all the wonderful sensations of the high Sierras. Lake Mead is perfect if you’re into water sports. The Grand Canyon, Death Valley and Valley of Fire are all short hops from the Strip.

If you really fall in love with Las Vegas, you may do what almost 50,000 people a year do: relocate here! Las Vegas is among the fastest growing cities in the country. A near-perfect climate, favorable cost of living, healthy job market, and business-friendly environment make Las Vegas the ideal place to live for young families, empty-nesters, and seniors alike. Housing is very affordable throughout the entire Las Vegas area. Property taxes are very low, and there is no state income tax!

Low humidity along with ideal spring and fall temperatures make Las Vegas a great place any time of the year. The average year-round temperature is 80 degrees. Las Vegas is one of the sunniest cities in the United States – with an average of 320 days of sunshine per year, and only 4.19 inches of rainfall.

Because of its high desert elevation (2,174 feet above sea level) the temperature range can be extreme. During the summer, daytime temperatures often top 100 degrees. In the winter, the temperature may drop as low as 33 degrees, although the average high is between 50 and 60 degrees. It rarely falls below freezing in Las Vegas. When it does, it usually only in the early morning.

You can enjoy a wide variety of sports year round. Though the winter weather is less dependable than the spring or fall, the winter months are generally pleasant and well suited to outdoor activities. For Example, you can water-ski on Lake Mead in he morning, and snow ski at Lee Canyon in the afternoon. From mid-May to mid-September, when the heat is the most intense, you can swim, sail, sunbathe or water-ski. Just make sure you have plenty of sunscreen and a hat. Summer is also an ideal time to head for Mt. Charleston where the average temperature is ten to fifteen degrees cooler than Las Vegas.

Power

Gas

Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas
Nevada Power (702) 367–5555
www.NevadaPower.com

Boulder City:
Boulder City Power (702) 293–9244

Southwest Gas Corp (702) 365–1555
www.swgas.com

Telephone

Water

Las Vegas
Sprint Telephone NV (702) 244–7400
www.sprint.com
Nevada Bell (702) 240–4000
MGC Communications (702) 310–3100

Henderson, North Las Vegas, Boulder City
Sprint Telephone NV (702) 244–7400

Las Vegas
Las Vegas Valley
Water District (702) 870–4194
www.lvvwd.com

Henderson
City of Henderson
Utility Services (702) 454–3517

North Las Vegas
City of North Las Vegas (702) 633–1484

Boulder City
City of Boulder City (702) 293–9244

Sanitation Services

Sewer Services

Las Vegas
Clark County
Sanitation District (702) 870–4194
www.cleanwaterteam.com
Republic Services (702) 735–5151

Henderson, North Las Vegas
Republic Services (702) 735–5151

Boulder City
City of Boulder City (702) 293–9244

Las Vegas
Clark County
Sanitation District (702) 870–4194
City of Las Vegas (702) 229–2291
Republic Services (702) 735–5151

Henderson, North Las Vegas
Henderson Utilities Division (702) 454–3517

Boulder City
City of Boulder City (702) 293–9244

Cable

Cox Communications (702) 383–4000

Additional Important Numbers

All Emergency: 911

Police:
Las Vegas              311
North Las Vegas    (702) 633–9111
Henderson             (702) 565–8933
Boulder City           (702) 293–9224

Department of Motor Vehicles
All Nevada (702) 486–4368

US Postal Information
General Info. (702) 361–9212
24-Hour Hotline (800) 275–8777

*Chamber of Commerce* Las Vegas (702) 735–1616 North Las Vegas (702) 642–9595 Henderson (702) 565–8951 Boulder City (702) 293–2034	*Education* UNLV (702) 895–3011 CCSN (702) 651–4000
*Voter Registration* Clark County (702) 455–2780	*Las Vegas Review–Journal* Main Office (702) 383–0400
*Clark County Building* Main Information (702) 455–4011	*Old Republic Title Company* Main Office (702) 737–2088

Boy Scouts of America
Boulder Dam Area Council
(702) 736–4366

Girl Scouts
(702) 385–3677

Boys & Girls Club
(702) 367–2582

Boys & Girls Clubs of
Las Vegas
(702) 367–2582

Las Vegas Civic Ballet
Association
(702) 229–6211

Teens for Better America
(702) 739–0602

Project Youth
(702) 647–5800

Silver State Girls Soccer
(702) 259–0699

Camp Paradise Inc.
(702) 253–7270

4-H Programs
(702) 731–3130

Vegas West Youth Soccer
(702) 228–0344

YMCA of Southern NV
(702) 877–9622

Children’s Concert Series
(702) 229–6511

*Boulder City Hospital* 901 Adams Blvd Boulder City, NV 89005 (702) 293–4111	*St. Rose Dominican (Siena)* 3001 St. Rose Pkwy Henderson, NV 89052 (702) 616–5000
*Desert Springs Hospital* 2075 E. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89103 (702) 733–8800	*Summerlin Hospital Medical Ctr.* 657 Town Center Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89015 (702) 233–7000
*Lake Mead Hospital Medical Ctr.* 1409 E. Lake Mead Boulevard North Las Vegas, NV 89030 (702) 649–7711	*Sunrise Hospital Medical Ctr.* 3186 S. Maryland Pkwy Las Vegas, NV 89109 (702) 731–8000
*Mountain View Hospital* 3100 N. Tenaya Las Vegas, NV 89103 (702) 364–1111	*University Medical Center* 1800 W. Charleston Las Vegas, NV 89106 (702) 383–2000
*St. Rose Dominican (De Lima)* 102 E. Lake Mead Drive Henderson, NV 89015 (702) 564–4420	*Valley Hospital Medical Center* 620 Shadow Lane Las Vegas, NV 89106 (702) 388–4000
*Spring Valley Hospital* 5400 S. Rainbow Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89118 (702) 853–3000

Baha’l (702) 385–2933
Catholic Diocese (702) 735–3500
Congregation Ner Tamid (702) 733–6292
1st Church of Christian Scientists (702) 384–3043
Greek Orthodox Youth Diocese (415) 753–3075
Hadassah – Las Vegas (702) 798–6311
Interfaith Counseling of the SW (702) 798–6211
Interfaith Student Center (702) 736–0887
Islamic Society of Nevada (702) 458–1986
Jewish Family Services (702) 732–0304
Jewish Federation of Las Vegas (702) 732–0556
Knights of Columbus (702) 387–9312
Latter Day Saints (702) 452–5011
Lighthouse Club (702) 459–4041
Lutheran Social Ministry of the SW (702) 734–7088
National Council of Christians and Jews (702) 387–6225
Nautilus Mariners (702) 384–4554
Nevada Buddhists Association (702) 252–7339
Salvation Army (702) 870–4330
So. Nev. Baptist Association (702) 732–4171

Las Vegas has consistently maintained the highest new job growth in the United States. Of the 25 cities likely to have the country’s highest employment growth over the next five years, Las Vegas ranked sixth in a Forbes Magazine study. Since 1990, Las Vegas has also ranked number 1 in high-tech job growth (primarily high tech services). The Nevada labor force has increased by nearly 350,000 people in the last decade. More than half of the new companies that recently relocated to the Las Vegas Valley were high-tech/manufacturing firms.

Perhaps not surprisingly, the construction industry continues to be a major employer in Southern Nevada as the demands for residential, resort, office and industrial space continue to soar. With some 6,000 new residents moving to the Las Vegas Valley each month, residential construction is valued at more than $2 billion annually.

Gaming, Las Vegas’ trademark industry has served as the catalyst for the lion’s share of the Valley’s phenomenal growth and outstanding economic success. The recent completion of four new mega resorts on the Las Vegas Strip generated thousands of new jobs.

From finance to construction and retail to service, Las Vegas’ tourist and entertainment venues and hotel and casino resort properties promise a steady demand for jobs as well as creating a wealth of new business opportunities.

Employment Cards/Certification

If you are hired in a food and beverage or child care position, you must obtain a health card from the Clark County Health District. If you are hired in hotel or gaming, you are required to have a Sheriff ’s Work Card. If you handle or work directly with liquor, you are required to have a Total Alcohol Management (TAM) card. For information about obtaining a Sheriff ’s Work Card call (702) 229–3465; a Health Card call (702) 383–1226; or a TAM Card call (702) 647–1954.

Las Vegas has continued to rank first nationally in employment growth since 1995, according to the Arizona State University Economic Outlook Center. With Clark County’s consistently low unemployment rate, Las Vegas is projected to maintain its position well into the millennium. The population explosion has resulted in great opportunities for new businesses and more jobs. Las Vegas continually ranks among the top cities in job growth — an important element to people relocating. Outlook Magazine recently named Las Vegas as one of the top five cities in the country to live. Inc. Magazine rated Las Vegas as the #1 entrepreneurial city in America, citing the thousands of new businesses that start each year. Fortune Magazine named Las Vegas as the #2 city in the country in which to do business.

Because Tourism adds up to nearly one-third of the state’s total tax revenue, business owners are not subject to corporate income tax or franchise, inventory or unitary taxes.

Residents pay no personal income tax. The minimal tax burden means that Nevadans can keep more of the money they earn. U.S. Commerce Department’s Economic Analysis Bureau ranks Las Vegas as the top metro area for income per capita, with an annual growth rate of 2.3%.

If you are planning to relocate, Las Vegas should always be at the top of your list of desirable locations.

Finding a Job

Las Vegas Jobs: (702) 229–6346
Henderson Jobs: (702) 565–2318
North Las Vegas Jobs: (702) 633–1514
Boulder City Jobs: (702) 293–9430
State of NV Jobs: (702) 486–2920
Nevada Employment Security
Job Openings in Las Vegas:(702) 486–3300

Clark County Social Service

Social Service is responsible for ensuring that the County meets its health, welfare and community responsibilities as set forth in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Ordinances.

1600 Pinto Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89106
(702) 455–4270

Las Vegas has no personal income tax. There are no state income, inheritance, gift or estate taxes. The Clark County Assessor’s Office determines the taxable value of each parcel of land. Property taxes are figured by multiplying the assessed value by the tax rate, which for the 2003 tax year is an average of $3.2877 per $100 of assessed value.

Sales tax is charged at retail on the sale of tangible personal property unless exempt by statute. A companion “use” tax is charged on property purchased outside of Nevada and brought into the state for use. The minimum rate is 6.50%.

Motor vehicle taxes – fees are annual and must be paid on all vehicles at time of registration. Registration fees are based on the depreciated manufacturer’s retail price at the time of registration. Truck costs are also based on their gross vehicle weight established by the manufacturer.

Lodging tax – A statewide tax of 1% of gross receipts is imposed on the rental of (transient lodging) hotel and motel rooms. This is in addition to any locally imposed room taxes which range from 0 to 11%.

If you are planning on moving to Las Vegas, you will need to know the following information. If you have young children, there are plenty of good, licensed people who specialize in child care. Clark County as more than 500 licensed day care providers according to statistics provided by licensing officials. Twelve centers are licensed foot 24-hour care. If you want to enroll a child in day care or preschool, you must provide the facility current immunizations and a doctor’s certificate stating the child is in good health and has no contagious diseases or illnesses.

Clark County School District

The Clark County School District services Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, Mesquite, Indian Springs, Laughlin and Searchlight, as well as all rural areas in the county. It is the 6th largest school district in the country with 172 elementary schools, 43 middle schools, 33 high schools, 23 alternative schools and 6 special schools. A number of special programs and services are offered, ranging from assistance for physically and mentally handicapped children, to bilingual programs, classes for the academically talented, and magnet programs. Official student enrollment for the 2002-2003 school year was 255,316. Children between the ages of 6 and 17 are required by Nevada Law to attend school.

Kindergarten is part of the regular school program, but is not mandatory. A child must be 5 years old on or before September 30 to attend kindergarten and must be 6 years old on or before September 30 to attend first grade.

Bus Transportation

Bus transportation is furnished for students living two or more miles from school, with the exception of kindergarten students.

Registration

Two proofs of address are required to register students in school. The child’s identity must be proven by an official document. Current immunization records should show the child has received: four DPT shots, three polio doses, and two MMR shots. Previous school records can ensure the proper placement of your child. Once these requirements have been met, call (702) 799–7573 to enroll your student n the proper school. Contact the Clark County School District for more information.

Clark County School District
Administrative Office 2832 E. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89121 (702) 799–5011 Fax: (702) 799–0257 www.ccsd.net
Colleges and Universities
Community College of Southern Nevada 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave North Las Vegas, NV 89030 (702) 651–4000	San Joaquin Valley College 4220 S. Maryland Pkwy Bldg. C Las Vegas, NV 89119 (702) 862–4488
University of Metaphysics Church Institute 925 E. Desert Inn Rd. Ste E Las Vegas, NV 89109	University of Nevada, Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy Las Vegas, NV 89154 (702) 895–3011
University of Nevada, Reno Southern NV Office 3100 W. Charleston Blvd Ste 208 Las Vegas, NV 89102 (702) 258–8011	University of Nevada School of Medicine 2040 W. Charleston Blvd, Ste 503 Las Vegas, NV 89102 (702) 383–2638
University of Phoenix 2975 S. Rainbow Blvd. Ste E-4 Las Vegas, NV 89102 (702) 876–5004	Webster University 3430 E. Flamingo Rd. Ste 350 Las Vegas, NV 89121 (702) 435–6660
Private Schools
Bishop Gorman High School (9-12) 1801 Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 732–1945	Calvary Chapel (K-9) 7175 W. Oquendo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89118 (702) 362–9000
Calvary Christian School (K-12) 3005 E. Cedar Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 382–5998	Faith Lutheran (6-12) 1251 Robin Las Vegas, NV 89134 (702) 648–7047
1st Good Shepherd Lutheran (K-6) 301 S. Maryland Pkwy Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 382–8610	First Presbyterian (K-8) 515 W. Charleston Las Vegas, NV 89106 (702) 382–3611
Green Valley Christian (K-3) 711 Valle Verde Henderson, NV 89014 (702) 454-4056	The Hebrew Academy (K-8) 9700 W. Hillpointe Rd Las Vegas, NV 89134 (702) 255–4500
Jewish Community Day (K-8) 2761 Emerson Las Vegas, NV 89121 (702) 650–2800	Lake Mead Christian Academy (K-12) 540 E. Lake Mead Dr. Henderson, NV 89015 (702) 565–5831
Las Vegas Day School (K-8) 3198 S. Jones Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89102 (702) 362–1180	Las Vegas Jr. Academy (K-10) 6059 W. Oakey Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89146 (702) 871–7208
The Meadows School (K-12) 8601 Scholar Lane Las Vegas, NV 89128 (702) 254–1610	Merryhill School (K-6) 5505 Durango Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89113 (702) 889–2803
Mountain View Christian (K-12) 3901 E. Bonanza Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89110 (702) 452–1300	New Horizons Academy (K-12) 6701 W. Charleston Las Vegas, NV 89146 (702) 876–1181
Our Lady of Las Vegas (K-8) 3046 Alta Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89107 (702) 878–6841	Paradise Christian (K-10) 2525 Emerson Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89121 (702) 732–8256
Redeemer Lutheran Elementary (K-6) 1730 N. Pecos Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 642–6144	St. Anne School (K-8) 1813 Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 735–2586
St. Christopher School (K-8) 1840 N. Bruce St. N. Las Vegas, NV 89030 (702) 642–1154	St. Francis de Sales (K-8) 1111 Michael Way Las Vegas, NV 89108 (702) 647–2828
St. Joseph School (1-8) 1300 Bridger Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 384–6909	St. Viator School (K-8) 4246 S. Eastern Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 732–4477
Trinity Christian School (K-12) 950 E. Sahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 735–5778	Warren Walker (K-10) 2150 Windmill Pkwy. Henderson, NV 89014 (702) 896–8430
Technical/Vocational Schools
Career Training Institute (Business and Medical Career School) 4820 Alpine Place, Ste B-102 Las Vegas, NV 89107 (702) 870–5256 Clark County Adult High School 2701 E. St Louis Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 799–8655 Paramount Dealers Academy 3280 E. Tropicana Ave, Ste G Las Vegas, NV 89121 (702) 451–5911
Education Dynamic Institute, Inc. 701 N. Rancho Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89106 (702) 648–6888	Las Vegas Gaming and Technical School 3030 S. Highland Las Vegas, NV 89109 (702) 733–3030

Local:

Las Vegas Citizen’s Area Transit (CAT) services the residential routes of Las Vegas and Henderson in addition to the Strip. Taxi service is also available 24 hours a day.

Citizens Area Transit
3200 W. Tompkins
Las Vegas, NV 89103
(702) CAT–RIDE
(702) 228–7433

National:

Rail: Union Pacific has daily switching, piggyback service, and Amtrak passenger service. Amtrak National Rail Passenger Service For Station information only, call:

(702) 386-6896
1 N. Main Street, Jackie
Gaughan Plaza

For Reservations and schedule information, call toll free: 1–800–872–7245

Highways: Major highways include:

Interstate 15 N/S to Salt Lake City, Los Angeles and San Diego
US 95 N to Reno US 93 S to Phoenix and Tucson

Air Travel: There are approximately 95,000 passengers that fl y in or out of McCarran International Airport on nearly 900 daily flights. It serves more than 35 million passengers every year. It is the 7th busiest airport in the U.S. and the 11th busiest in the world. Currently, more than 26 airlines provide nonstop service to more than 70 domestic and international destinations. McCarran offers nonstop scheduled service to Canada, Germany, Japan, Singapore and Mexico. Private aviation is serviced at McCarran, North Las Vegas Air Terminal and Sky Harbor. Contact your favorite air carrier for more information.

Department of Motor Vehicles

The Department of Motor Vehicles and Public Safety issues driver’s licenses and vehicle registrations, patrols the state highways and supervises criminals on parole or probation. There are four full service MV offices in Las Vegas. New residents may use a valid driver’s license and vehicle registration from their former state for up to 0 days. At any time during the 30 days they may turn them in for Nevada items, but they must do so within 30 days or before the out-of-state items expire, whichever occurs first. (Exception: You must have a valid Nevada driver’s license when you begin work in Las Vegas. Proof of valid insurance and a smog check are required to register your vehicle in Nevada. Registration costs vary, depending on the year and make of your vehicle. On the next page is a fact sheet from the DMV listing everything you should need to know about driving your vehicle in Nevada. Insurance Information Under Nevada law, drivers must carry state-approved vehicle insurance that is written by a Nevada licensed insurance agent. The minimum coverage requirements are $15,000 bodily injury, $30,000 per person, per accident and $10,000 property damage. A proof of insurance card must be in the vehicle at all times, along with a smog certificate. B o t h must be presented when registering he vehicle on a yearly basis. The fine for non-compliance with insurance can be as high as $500.

There are 64 golf courses here for your pleasure all within the Las Vegas area: 32 public, resort and semi-private courses, 16 private courses (of which you can play 15), 3 par 3 courses, 2 specialty driving ranges, plus 13 courses within 1 hour or less drive. Not listed or described here, there are 12 other courses that you can play, less than 2 hours drive in the Saint George, Utah area. There are more courses under construction due to open soon - PLUS 21 courses in various planning stages. By the end of this year, you will have more than 70 courses in the valley area to choose from. The green fees range from $27 to $500 The Las Vegas weather allows for golf to be enjoyed almost year round. With an average of 320 days of sunshine and 14 days or less of freezing temperature, you should be able to enjoy a round of golf anytime during the year.

Las Vegas Courses
Badlands Golf Club 9119 Alta Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89128 702 242-GOLF	Bali Hai 5160 Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89109 888-397-2499
Callaway Golf Center/Divine Nine 6730 Las Vegas Blvd. South Las Vegas, NV 89119 702 896-4100	Canyon Gate Country Club 2001 Canyon Gate Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89117 702 363-0303 Pro Shop: 702 363-0481
Desert Pines Golf Club 3415 Bonanza Rd Las Vegas, NV 89101 702 450-8000 or 888-397-2499	Desert Rose Golf Course 5483 Club House Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89122 702 431-4653
Las Vegas Country Club 3000 Joe W. Brown Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702 734-1122	Las Vegas Golf Club 4300 W. Washington Las Vegas, NV 89107 702 646-3003
Las Vegas National Golf Club 1911 E. Desert Inn Rd La Vegas, NV 89109 702 382-GOLF	Las Vegas Paiute Resort 10325 NV-Wav Kaiv Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89124 702 658-1400
Los Prados Country Club 5150 Los Prados Cir. LV 702 645-4523	Painted Desert Golf Course 5555 Painted Mirage Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89128 702 645-2568 or 800-GOTRY18
Red Rock Country Club 2250 Red Springs Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89135 702 360-5959 (Pro Shop) 702 360-2223 (Membership)	Rhodes Ranch Country Club 9020 Rhodes Ranch Pkwy Las Vegas, NV 89113 702 740-4114 or 888 311-TEES
Royal Links Golf Club 5995 Vegas Valley Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89122 702 450-8000, 888-397-2499, 702 450-8123 (Pro Shop)	Siena Golf Course 10575 Siena Monte Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89135 888 689-6469
Silver Stone Golf Club 7251 West Lake Mead Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89128 877-888-2127 or 702 562-3770	Spanish Trail Country Club 5050 Spanish Trail Lane Las Vegas, NV 89113 702 364-0367
Stallion Mountain Country Club 5500 E. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89122 702 450-8000, 888-397-2499 702 456-2440 (Pro Shop)	Sun City Las Vegas Golf Club 9201-B Del Webb Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89128 702 363-4373
Tournament Player Club (TPC) at Summerlin 9851 Canyon Run Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89134 702 256-0111	Tournament Players Club (TPC) Canyons 9851 Canyon Run Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89134 702 256-2000
North Las Vegas Courses
Craig Ranch Golf Course 628 W. Craig Rd. North Las Vegas, NV 89030 702 642-9700	North Las Vegas Golf Course 324 E. Brooks North Las Vegas, NV 89030 702 633-1833
Shadow Creek 5400 Losee Rd North Las Vegas, NV 89031 702 791-7161	Sunrise Vista Golf Course 2841 Kinley Dr. Nellis AFB, NV 89191 702 652-2602
Henderson/Green Valley Courses
Anthem Country Club 25 Anthem Club Dr. Henderson, NV 89014 702 914-7888 or 888 882-6843 702 914-3000 (Membership Info)	Black Mountain Golf and Country Club 500 Greenway Rd. Henderson, NV 89015 702 565-7933
Desert Willow Golf Course 2020 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy. Henderson, NV 89012 702 263-GOLF	Dragon Ridge Country Club 552 S. Stephanie St Henderson, NV 89014 877 614-9100 or 702 614-4444
Legacy Golf Club 130 Par Excellence Dr. Henderson, NV 89014 702 897-2187	Reflection Bay Golf Club/Lake Las Vegas Resort 1600 Lake Las Vegas Pkwy Henderson, NV 89011 702 740-4653
Rio Secco Golf and Country Club 2851 Grand Hills Dr. Henderson, NV 89012 702 889-2400 or 888-To-Secco	South Shore Golf Club/Lake Las Vegas Resort 29 Grand Mediterra Henderson, NV 89011 702 558-0022
Southern Highlands Golf Club 1 Robert Trent Jones Ln Las Vegas, NV 89141 877-261-1010 or 702 263-1000	The Revere/Sun City Anthem 2600 Evergreen Oaks Dr. Henderson, NV 89012 702 259-4653
Wildhorse Golf Club 2100 Warm Springs Rd. Henderson, NV 89014 702 434-9000

The library district was formed in 1965 through the efforts of citizens concerned with providing free public library service to residents living outside the incorporated areas of Clark County. Today the consolidated Las Vegas/Clark County library district serves over a million residents. The district consists of 12 urban and 11 rural libraries serving Clark County. Services include access to fiction, nonfiction, compact discs, video and audio cassettes, reference material, typewriters and magazines. A strong emphasis on the Young People’s Library Department includes regular story times for various ages, films based on books for children and special programs. Each year the Summer Reading Program encourages children to keep up on reading for fun while they are out of school. A library card is issued free of charge. Picture identify caption with current address is requested. Cards may be obtained and used at any of the libraries listed. The card must be presented whenever materials are checked out. Card holders are responsible for all materials checked out against the card and, therefore must notify the library immediately when the card is lost or stolen. Replacement charge for lost or stolen cards is one dollar. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian with acceptable I.D.

LAS VEGAS
Clark County Library 1401 E. Flamingo (702) 733-1810	Enterprise Library 25 E. Shelbourne Ave. (702) 369-3000
Green Valley Library 2791 N. Green Valley Pkwy. (702) 435-1840	Las Vegas Library 833 Las Vegas Blvd. No. (702) 382-3493
Rainbow Library 31 S. Buffalo Dr. (702) 243-1323	Sahara West Library of Fine Arts Museum 9600 W. Sahara Ave. (702) 228-1940
Spring Valley Library 4280 So. Jones Blvd. (702) 368-4411	Summerlin Library & Performing Arts Ctr. 1771 Inner Circle Dr. (702) 256-2217
Sunrise Library 5400 Harris Ave. (702) 453-1104	West Charleston Library 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. (702) 898-3682
West Las Vegas Library 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. (702) 641-2111	Whitney Library 5175 E. Tropicana Ave. (702) 454-4515
BOULDER CITY
Boulder City Library 813 Arizona Street (702) 293-1281
HENDERSON
James I Gibson Library 280 Water ST. (702) 565-8402	Malcolm Branch 80 N. Pecos (702) 263-7522
Pittman Library 1608 Moser Dr. (702) 565-5816

Senior Citizens

In the last 20 years, sunny Southern Nevada has become one of the leading retirement destinations. With this steady growth of senior residents, there have been a number of organizations and programs designed with the senior in mind. The latest census survey showed there were more than 188,000 retirees living in Southern Nevada. 51% have lived here for 11 years or more. Because of the large senior population, most government agencies, including ark and recreation departments, consider senior citizen needs a priority.

American Association of Retired Persons

The fastest growing senior population in the US is here in Nevada. AARP has expanded to meet the needs of Las Vegas with a new AARP Las Vegas Information Center located in the Cannon Center, 340 N. 11th St, Las Vegas. This center is AARP’s largest US facility, and promises to be a valuable source of information and resources for AARP members and the community. For more information, call (702) 386–8661

Important Phone Numbers
Senior Centers Boulder City (702) 293–5510 East Las Vegas (702) 456–1243 Henderson (702) 565–6990 Howard W. Cannon (702) 366–1522 Katherine Center (702) 732–2054 Mesquite (702) 364–5290	Transportation EOB Senior and Handicapped Transportation (702) 646–4203 Citizen’s Area Transit ADA Para transit (702) 228–4000 TDD (702) 676–1834
Employment/Volunteering AARP Senior Community Service Employment (702) 648–3356 CCSN Senior Community Employment (702) 648–3336 Foster Grandparents (702) 647–1515 Help of Southern Nevada (702) 369–4357 Nevada Business Services 55+ Program (702) 647–4929 Nevada Employment Security Department (702) 486–3300 RSVP (702) 383–1163 Senior Companion Program (702) 382–0721 SCORE (702) 388–6104
Las Vegas Community Centers
Guinn Community Center 6480 Fairbanks Rd. (702) 455–8393 Lowden Community Center 3333 Cambridge (702) 455–7169 Orr Community Center 1520 E. Katie Avenue (702) 455–7196 Whitney Community Center 5700 Missouri Ave (702) 455–7573 Winchester Community Center 3130 S. McLeod (702) 455–7340	Parkdale Community Center 3200 Ferndale (702) 455–7515 Sunrise Community Center 2240 Linn Lane (702) 455–7600 Sunset Park Offi ce 2601 E. Sunset Rd. (702) 455–8200 Von Tobel Community Center 3610 E. Carey Ave (702) 455–7699 Walnut Cecile Community Center 3880 Cecile Ave. (702) 455–8402

LAS VEGAS 51s AAA Baseball Cashman Field 300 S. 4th Street Ste 100 Las Vegas, NV 89101 www.lv51.com 702 798-7825	LAS VEGAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY 6000 Las Vegas Blvd. North Las Vegas, NV 89115 www.lvms.com 702 644-4444
UNLV FOOTBALL Sam Boyd Silver Bowl 7000 E Russell Rd www.unlvrebels.com (702) 895-UNLV (8658)	UNLV RUNNIN’ REBELS College Basketball Thomas and Mack www.unlvrebels.com (702) 895-UNLV (8658)
NATIONAL FINALS RODEO Thomas and Mack 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy Las Vegas, NV 89154 702 895-3900	UNLV THOMAS AND MACK CENTER 4505 Maryland Pkwy Las Vegas, NV 89154 Tickets 895-3900 Or www.tickets.com 1-888-464-2468
UNLV SAM BOYD STADIUM 7000 E. Russell Rd Las Vegas, NV 89154 Tickets 895-3900 Or www.tickets.com 1-888-464-2468

Las Vegas is well known for the glamour, the glitter and the gambling, but Las Vegas has evolved over the years to become more family friendly town. With several theme parks, family shows, rides, water parks and animal features not seen anywhere else, Las Vegas has become a great place for family entertainment. Here is a list of fun places to go that the whole family can enjoy. ADVENTUREDOME AT CIRCUS CIRCUS - America’s largest indoor theme park features a double-loop, double corkscrew roller coaster and numerous attractions for kids of all ages. 2880 Las Vegas Boulevard South (702) 734-0410

ARCHERY RANGE - The Clark County Parks and Recreation’s archery range is open year round and features 32 practice targets ranging in distance from 10 to 70 yards. 6800 East Russell Road (702) 367-1505

AUTO COLLECTION - The Imperial Palace Antique and Classic Auto Collection features more than 300 antique, classic and special interest automobiles. 5th Floor of the Imperial Palace Hotel (702) 731-3311 BELLAGIO CONSERVATORY - This glass-domed 90,000-square-foot conservatory features 1,200 bins of exotic plants and flowers such as orchids, lilies and hyacinth. The Bellagio Conservatory displays are changed monthly and admission is free. Bellagio Hotel (702) 693-7111

BONNIE SPRINGS/OLD NEVADA: This was originally a stop over for covered-wagons heading to California on the Old Spanish Trail. Visitors are taken back in time to this Old Western Town, with gun fights on the streets, a wax museum, opera house, horseback riding, miniature train, petting zoo, and restaurants and shops. To get there take Charleston Blvd west about 18 miles and follow the sign. (702) 875-4191

CAESARS MAGICAL EMPIRE: Caesars Palace invites you to come enjoy a mystical dining experience in a remarkable underground world. Caesars Palace Hotel (702) 731-7333 CAESARS FORUM SHOPS: Inside the Forum Shops at Caesars various different upscale stores and shops abound. Also there are fountain and light shows in the center of each wing of shops. Caesars Palace Hotel (702) 369-4008

COMPETITION GRAND PRIX: The Competition Grand Prix features three GO-CART tracks, two 18-hole miniature golf courses, and an arcade. 2980 S. Sandhill Road (702) 431-7223

CONEY ISLAND EMPORIUM- Enjoy an exciting array of amusements and activities, including interactive laser tag, virtual reality games, bumper cars, a shooting gallery and all the latest simulators. New York-New York Hotel 1-888-696-9887 EIFFEL TOWER - Paris Las Vegas brings you the chance to ride to the top of a 50- story replica of the Eiffel Tower, one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Paris Hotel Las Vegas (702) 946-7000

EIFFEL TOWER- Paris Las Vegas brings you the chance to ride to the top of a 50 s or replica of the Eiffel Tower, one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Paris Hotel Las Vegas (702) 946- 7000

ETHEL M CHOCOLATE FACTORY & CACTUS GARDENS- Tour our chocolate factory where you will see and learn about the creation of chocolate. At the conclusion of the tour you will be invited to sample one of Ethel M’s delicious chocolates or hand dipped ice cream. Stroll through one of the world’s largest Botanical Cactus Gardens, featuring over 400 varieties of cacti and desert plants from around the world. 2 Cactus Garden Drive, Henderson, off Sunset Road. 1-800-438-4356

THE FOUNTAINS OF BELLAGIO-- The Fountains of Bellagio span more than 1,000 feet with streams of water soaring as high as 240 feet in the air. The shows are choreographed to music ranging from the classic arias of Luciano Pavarotti to the romantic styling of Frank Sinatra. 3600 South Las Vegas Boulevard at Flamingo. (702) 693-7111

FREEMONT STREET EXPERIENCE - The Fremont Street Experience is a pedestrian promenade in downtown Las Vegas. This five-block, open-air experience features a misting system, retail carts, kiosks, and street performers. A spectacular light and sound show runs from dusk to midnight daily. Between Main Street and Las Vegas Boulevard. (702) 678-5777 or 1-800-249-3559

GAMEWORKS - Enter into 47,000 square-feet of entertainment featuring more than 250 games of all types including a free-standing, rock-climbing structure and a full-service restaurant, bar and two snack bars. 3785 South Las Vegas Boulevard north of Tropicana. (702) 432-4263

HOOVER DAM – It took less than 5 years, in a harsh and barren land, to build the largest dam of its time. Now, more than 60 years later, Hoover Dam still stands as a world-renowned structure. The dam is a National Historic Landmark and has been rated by the American Society of Civil Engineers as one of America’s Seven Modern Civil Engineering Wonders. 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas on U.S. Highway 93 at the Nevada-Arizona border.

IMAX THEATER- Journey into the past at the Luxor hotel on a state-of-the-art motion simulator ride called “In Search of the Obelisk” that will thrill your entire family. While you are there, make some time to visit Las Vegas’ first IMAX Theatre with amazing 2-D and 3-D fi lm technology. Luxor Hotel, 3900 South Las Vegas Boulevard (702) 262-4555 or 1-888-777-0188

LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA - The United States’ largest manmade body of water is located 25 miles from Las Vegas. It measures 115 miles long and has 550 miles of shoreline. Lake Mead offers boating facilities, swimming, water skiing, and fishing. 702-293-8097.

LAS VEGAS MINI GRAND PRIX -This seven-acre park features a banked oval Super Stock Car track, a dragon roller coaster and slide. Racing includes adult Gran Prix cars, go-carts and kiddie carts. 1401 North Rainbow Boulevard at Vegas Dr. (702) 259-7000

LIBERACE MUSEUM - The world-famous Liberace Museum houses the showman/pianist’s glittering million-dollar costumes, jewels, pianos, exotic cars and antiques. 1775 East Tropicana Avenue, at Spencer. (702) 798-5595

M&M’s WORLD - This four-story interactive shopping complex features thousands of original M&M’s brand merchandise items, a 3-D movie adventure, the M&M’s racing Team store, Colorworks featuring 21 different M&M’s colors and an Ethel M Chocolates boutique. 3785 South Las Vegas Boulevard, just north of Tropicana M&M’s World (702) 736-7611

MAGIC MOTION MACHINE - The Magic Motion Rides combine 70 mm film, five-channel Dolby stereo sound and specially designed seats that move with the action on-screen. Inside the Excalibur Hotel, 3850 South Las Vegas Blvd. (702) 597-7777

MANHATTAN EXPRESS - New York-New York Hotel & Casino Ride the Manhattan Express roller coaster around the New York-New York Hotel perimeter. New York, New York, 3790 South Las Vegas Boulevard (702) 740-6969 or 1-888-696-9887

MIRAGE RESORT– At the Mirage a $14 million dolphin exhibit is surrounded by 1-million gallons of sea-water, and artificial coral reefs. Visitors can view dolphins below the water level. Also the Royal white tigers used in Seigfried and Roy’s show are on display 24 hours a day in an open air setting at the entrance of the hotel, and don‘t miss the marvel of the volcano erupting outside every 15min starting at dusk. Mirage Resort (702)791-1111.

LIED DISCOVERY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM- The Lied Discovery Children’s Museum offers an exciting learning experience in arts, science, and humanities. It is the largest non-profi t institution in Las Vegas. There are more than 100 hands-on exhibits in 25,000 square feet. The Museum is one of the largest children’s museums in the United States. 833 Las Vegas Blvd. North (702) 382-3445

SAHARA ICE PALACE– The Ice Palace offers freestyle skating, icercise, off ice dance classes, father/son hockey, women’s hockey, freestyle competition, broomball, adult hockey novice leagues, private ice rental, private lessons, hockey camps, birthday parties, special events, and more. (702) 260-7465.

SANTA FE ICE ARENA - This stadium-size public ice arena offers public skating; private and group lessons, hockey games and practice. Santa Fe Station. 4949 North Rancho Drive at Highway 95. (702) 658-4993

SCANDIA FAMILY FUN CENTER - Three 18-hole miniature golf courses, the Lil’ Indy raceway, bumper boats, 18 automated hardball and softball pitching machines a snack bar and an arcade combine to make this a great place for a full day of family fun! 2900 Sirius Avenue (facing Interstate 15) (702) 364-0070

SHARK REEF AT MANDALAY BAY - 2,000 aquatic animals from the world’s tropical waters are featured at the Shark Reef at Mandalay Bay. The aquarium experience includes 100 aquatic species of sharks and a self-guided tour. 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard. (702) 632-7580

SPRING MOUNTAIN RANCH- This ranch formerly owned by Howard Hughes is located 20 miles west of Las Vegas off the top of W. Charleston Blvd. The facilities are open to the public for picnics, concerts, and summer theatrical performances. (702) 875-4141.

STAR TREK: THE EXPERIENCE - A re-creation of the promenade from “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine”; Quark’s Bar & Restaurant; Zek’s Grand Emporium and Moogies Trading Post are some of the attractions you’ll enjoy at Star Trek: The Experience. The History of the Future, a self guided museum tour and The Voyage Through Space, an interactive ride where visitors are “beamed” through time and space to the Transporter Room and bridge aboard the USS Enterprise. Located in the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel. (702) 697-8700 or (888) 462-6535

STRATOSPHERE TOWER- America’s tallest free-standing tower has both indoor and outdoor observation decks. The tower houses two rides -- the High Roller Coaster and the Big Shot. The base of the tower features a Ferris wheel, a “Little Shot” and other games. Stratosphere Hotel (702) 380-7777

THE TOMB & MUSEUM OF KING TUTANKHAMEN- A full-scale replication of King Tut’s Tomb, as found by Howard Carter in 1922 and a museum are featured at this attraction in the Luxor Hotel. Luxor Hotel, 3900 South Las Vegas Boulevard, (702) 262- 4555.

THEATERS OF SENSATION - Five 3-D ride/films are featured in the Theaters of Sensation located in the Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian Hotel. The adventures include visits to old Venice, Mars or King Arthur’s Lost World. Located at the Venetian Hotel. (702) 733-0545.

TREASURE ISLAND– Daily outside the Treasure Island a pirate battle, reminiscent of the small village from the novel and movie, “Treasure Island.” Also at the hotel are arcade and circus games to test your skills. Another exciting feature is the performing group Cirque du Soleil. Treasure Island Resort (702) 894-7111.

WET ’N WILD - More than a dozen rides and attractions including the Black Hole, Der Stuka, Blue Niagara, the Royal Flush and Bomb Bay are featured at Wet ‘N Wild. 2601 South Las Vegas Boulevard just south of Sahara. (702) 765-9700

WORLD OF COCA-COLA– The World of Coca-Cola features over 28,000 square feet of an interactive story-telling theater, a multisensory “Fantastic Fountain” and the world’s largest Coke bottle. Showcase on the Strip (702) 270-5965.