Elizabeth Hammack, GRI Elite Realty 8605 S. Eastern Avenue, Suite B-102 Las Vegas, Nevada Direct: (702) 338-BETH (2384) Fax: (702)

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1 Elizabeth Hammack, GRI Elite Realty 8605 S. Eastern Avenue, Suite B-102 Las Vegas, Nevada Direct: (702) 338-BETH (2384) Fax: (702) Website:

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Relocation Information Welcome to Las Vegas 2 Demographics 3 Zip Code Map 4 Post Office Locations 4 Newcomer Resources Important Clark County Phone Numbers 5 Banking 5 DMV-Vehicle Registration & Voter Registration 6 Utilities 7 Employment 8 Transportation 9 Community Housing 10 Libraries 11 Youth Activities 12 Senior Services 13 Hospitals 14 Entertainment Sports 18 Golfing 19 Shopping 20 Schools CCSD Phone Numbers & General Information CCSD Region Map 23 Private Schools K Private Colleges & Universities 24 Colleges 24 Magnet Programs 25 1 Las Vegas Timeline..

3 WELCOME TO LAS VEGAS Las Vegas ( The Meadows in Spanish) was founded as a city on May 15, At that time, Las Vegas was only square miles and had a population of approximately 800. The Las Vegas Valley has been named as the fastest growing area in the United States. The good climate, the economy, the job opportunities and the many amenities offered are some of the factors prompting our growth. Las Vegas is the largest metropolitan city in the United States that was founded in 20th century. Approximately 98% of Nevada is owned by the federal Government And the growth continues still. The latest population prediction in the Las Vegas valley is over 2 million people by As the valley runs out of commutable housing space, high rise condominiums dot the master plans for the Las Vegas of tomorrow. Population By City Boulder City 16,206 Henderson 265,790 Las Vegas 603,093 North Las Vegas 215,206 Mesquite 19,194 Unincorporated Rural Areas Unincorporated Urban Areas 35, ,352 Total Clark County 1,996,542 By Race White 52.7% Hispanic / Latino 26.2% African American 7.9% Asian / Native Hawaiian / Other Pacific Islander American Indian / Alaska Native 6.4% 0.6% Other 6.2% Population History ,040, ,119, ,170, ,246, ,321, ,428, ,498, ,578, ,641, ,747, ,815, ,912,654 1,996,542 Length of residence (yrs) # of years Less than 1 5.2% % % % Over % Newcomer Area of Origin 1. California 6. Illinois 2. Arizona 7. New York 3. Florida 8. Washington Birthplace Native Nevadans 3.2% Born Elsewhere 96.8% 4. Texas 9. Utah 5. Michigan 10. Hawaii 1830 Rafael Riviera Discovers the Las Vegas Valley 1855 Mormons from Salt Lake City, UT first settle in LV 2

4 DEMOGRAPHICS Income Median household income $48,935 Household income Less than $20, % $20,000 24, % $25,000 34, % $35,000 - $49, % $50,000 74, % $75,000 99, % $100,000 - $125, % Over $125, % Type of Home: Single Family Homes: 58.6% Condo / Townhomes: 13.7% Apartment: 19.0% Mobile Homes: 5.7% Duplex: 1.2% Other: 1.8% Summary: Population of Clark County ,996,542 Median Age of Adults 37.6 Median Household income $48,935 Percent of Population Married 50.8% Households Owning Homes: 68.6% Households Renting: 31.4% Female Male 53.5% 46.5% Average Apartment Rent: $ Median New Home Price: $310,637 Median Resale Price: $272,970 Climate Las Vegas climate is classified as arid (dry). It averages 294 days of Sunshine per year (211 clear days, 83 partly cloudy). Highs of 105 are common from May to September, with several days exceeding 115. The average annual rainfall is 4.13 inches. Humidity stays around 29%. Problems: Because Las Vegas is in a valley, if heavy rainfall occurs, flooding may be the result. The mountains surrounding the valley can also act as a trap for smog and other pollutants. Las Vegas Temperatures Temperature Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Month Oct Nov Dec Average Highs Low s 1905 Town of Las Vegas est. by auctioning of land 1910 Strict Anti-Gaming Law takes effect in NV 1911 The City of LV is incorp. 3

5 ZIP CODE MAP Las Vegas by Zip Code Post Office Locations Airport Station McCarran Int l Airport East Las Vegas 4948 Mountain Vista St. Meadow Mesa Station 4904 Camino Al Norte Strip Station 3100 S. Industrial Rd Blue Diamond Blue Diamond Road Garside 1801 S. Decatur Blvd. Nellis AFB Branch 4250 Griffiss Ave Summerlin Station 1611 Spring Gate Lane Bonanza Station 901 W. Bonanza Road Green Valley Station 2722 N. Green Valley Parkway North Las Vegas 1414 E. Lake Mead Blvd. Sunrise 4885 E. Carey Ave Boulder City 1101 Colorado St. Henderson 404 S. Boulder Highway Paradise Valley 4975 S. Swenson St. Topaz 2675 N. Decatur Blvd. Crossroads 6210 N. Jones Blvd. Huntridge Station 3115 E. Olive St. Red Rock Vista 2449 N. Tenaya Way University Las Vegas 4632 S. Maryland Parkway Downtown Station 201 Las Vegas Blvd. S Emerald 4030 S. Jones Blvd. James C Brown Jr Facility Main Post Office 1001 E. Sunset Rd. King 1801 N. Martin L King Blvd 1931 Gambling legalized and construction of Hoover Dam begins Silverado Station 455 E. Pebble Rd. Spring Valley 3375 S. Rainbow Blvd Valle Verde 1575 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Winterwood 5070 Vegas Valley Dr Hoover Dam dedicated by President Franklin Roosevelt 4

6 NEWCOMER RESOURCES Important Clark County & Las Vegas Phone Numbers Las Vegas Police Dept Henderson Police Dept NV Highway Patrol Animal Control Las Vegas Animal Control Clark County Animal Control Henderson SPCA No-Kill Animal Sanctuary HCWS No-Kill Animal Sanctuary Assessors Office Better Business Bureau Chamber of Commerce Citizens Area Transit (CAT) City Clerk CITY HALL 400 Stewart Avenue Clark County Bar Association Clark County Government Center 500 Grand Central Pkwy. Clark County Library District Colleges: UNLV Community College of So. NV Consumer Information Cox Cable DMV Flood Zone Info Gaming Cards Health Cards Homestead Info Hunting & Fishing Licenses Immunizations Marriage License McCarran Airport Info Nevada/Clark County Legal Services Newspapers: Review Journal Las Vegas Sun Parks - Clark County Parks - Las Vegas Polling Locations School District Social Security Administration: General Information Main Office: 5460 W. Sahara Ave TDD Suicide Prevention Time & Temp 118 Treasures Office US Postal Service: Postal Answer Line Las Vegas Main Branch: 1001 E. Sunset Rd Veterans' Hotline Voters Registration Weather Welcome Service Clark County Banking * Bold Types denote Interstate Banking Banks American Bank of Commerce Bank of America* BankWest of Nevada Bank of Nevada Bank of the West* Beal Savings Bank Black Mountain Community Bank Business Bank of Nevada Citibank (Nevada), N.A.* Community Bank of Nevada Colonial Bank* Desert Community Bank First National Bank of Nevada* First Republic Bank First Western Bank, F.S.B. Household Bank (NV) 1939 Boulder Club unveils 1 st neon sign Credit Unions HSBC Bank Nevada Aerospace Credit Union M&I Bank F.S.B.* Boulder Dam Credit Union Mesquite State Bank Clark County Credit Union Nevada Commerce Community One Federal Credit Union Nevada First Bank Cumorah Credit Union Nevada State Bank* Ensign FCU Primerit Bank, Federal Savings Bank First Entertainment Credit Union Red Rock Community Bank IBEW Plus Credit Union Security Pacific Bank NV Kolob Credit Union Silver State Bank Las Vegas UP Employees FCU Sun West Nevada FCU US Bank* Silver State Schools Family FCU USAA Savings Bank Sonepco FCU Valley Bank USA FCU Washington Mutual* WestStar Credit Union Wells Fargo Bank* 1940 Clark County population - 16, El Rancho & El Cortez open on the LV Strip 5

7 Registering your vehicle: DMV Can be done online Students and active duty personnel (including dependents) do not need to register their vehicles or acquire a new license in Nevada as long as the individual is not employed in the State of Nevada. Vehicles must be currently registered with the home state of valid insurance and driver s license. Out-of-state drivers and vehicle registrations can be used by new residences for up to 30 days or before the prior items expire, whichever comes first. At any time during that 30 days, they may be turned in to the DMV for Nevada documents. Nevada law requires motorists to notify DMV of a change of address within 30 days of the move. Keeping your address current is important so they can send renewal notices in the mail. New Nevada Vehicle Registration: Documents needed to register are the ORIGINALS of: Most recent registration Out of State Plates Nevada emissions Vehicle Inspection report (smog check) if needed Nevada Proof of Insurance Nevada Vehicle inspection certificate (VIN Check) Certificate of Title if ownership is changing. If not changing ownership, the owner has the option of retaining the out-of-state title American Pacific Dr Henderson, NV (702) Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-4pm Full Service Office 8250 W Flamingo Rd Las Vegas, Nevada (702) Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-4pm Full Service Office 2701 E Sahara Ave Las Vegas, NV (702) Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-4pm Full Service Office 4021 W Carey Ave N.Las Vegas, Nevada (702) Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Sat 8am-4pm Full Service Office 4110 Donovan Way North Las Vegas, NV (702) Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Commercial / Express Renewal ONLY 3030 S Needles Hwy #900 Laughlin, Nevada (702) Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Full Service Office 330 N Sandhill Rd #H Mesquite, NV (702) Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Full Service Office 1360 E. Basin Road Pahrump, Nevada (877) Mon-Fri 8am-5pm Full Service Office Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles 555 Wright Way Carson City, NV For Additional Information: (877) CLARK COUNTY ELECTION DEPARTMENT & VOTER REGISTRATION 500 S Grand Central Pkwy Nevada is a closed primary state, which means voters cannot vote for partisan offices in the primary election unless they are either registered with the Democratic or Republican parties. To register to vote in Clark County, applicants must be a U. S. citizen, 18 years old by the election date and have lived in the state and county for at least 30 days and within their precinct 10 days prior to the election. To receive an application by mail, call, write, or fax a request to the Clark County Election Department at 455-VOTE. Mail-in applications are available at the LVCC and all libraries and post offices. You may also register to vote at the Clark County Election Dept. or any of the Department of Motor Vehicles Offices. Save Time: Register yourself and your car in one stop Frontier Hotel & Casino opens 1944 First Helldorado Days parade & rodeo 1946 Mobster Bugsy Siegel opens the Flamingo 6

8 UTILITIES CABLE Cox Communications 121 S Martin Luther King Blvd. Las Vegas, NV ELECTRIC Nevada Power Co W Sahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV Boulder City Utilities 401 California Ave. Boulder City, NV GARBAGE Republic Services of Southern Nevada 770 E Sahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV GAS Southwest Gas Corp W Tropicana Ave. Las Vegas, NV NEWSPAPERS Las Vegas Business Press 3335 Wynn Road Las Vegas, NV Las Vegas Review Journal 1111 W Bonanza Road Las Vegas, NV Las Vegas Sun 800 S. Valley View Blvd. Las Vegas, NV Las Vegas Weekly 2290 Corporate Circle Henderson, NV SEWER Clark County Sanitation District 5857 E. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV TELEPHONE EMBARQ TM 330 S. Valley View Las Vegas, NV Nevada Telephone 1700 S. Main St. Las Vegas, NV WATER LV Valley Water District 1001 S Valley View Las Vegas, NV WATER (cont.) Big Bend Water District 1520 Big Bend Dr. Laughlin, NV Boulder City Utilities 401 California Ave. Boulder City, NV North Las Vegas Water 2200 Civic Center Drive North Las Vegas, NV City of Henderson Water 1000 N Green Valley Pkwy. #720 Henderson, NV Water St., Rm 207 Henderson, NV Average Monthly Residential Utility Costs Service Major Provider Average Cost* Electric Power Nevada Power Company $ Natural Gas Southwest Gas Company $ Sewer Clark County Sanitation $ Solid Waste Disposal Republic Services of Southern NV $ Telephone Embarq $ Water Las Vegas Valley Water District $ *Includes service charge. Source: individual utility companies 1950 Clark County population - 48, The Atom Bomb begins testing at the new Las Vegas Test Site 7

9 Employment EMPLOYMENT Growth in population comes hand-in-hand with great job potential and Las Vegas continues to boom with strong economic and employment opportunities. Since 1990, Las Vegas has also ranked number one in high-tech job growth (primarily high-tech services). Consequently, the Nevada labor force has increased by nearly 350,000 people in the last decade. Construction, distribution and trade, Financial Institutions, Gaming, Government, Manufacturing and High Technology, & Travel and Tourism are among the industries with the greatest job potential in Las Vegas. With 39.1 million visitors and 6.2 million convention delegates visiting Las Vegas in 2007, tourism and conventions continue to be the city s major industries. In February 2007, Inc. named Las Vegas Hottest City in America, among large cities, and in 2006 Forbes magazine named Las Vegas as one of the top three best cities to find a job. As Las Vegas continues to grow, the economic future through the next decade will continue to be strong. Job Hotlines Largest Employers City of Henderson (702) City of Las Vegas (702) City of North Las Vegas (702) Clark County (702) Clark County Health District (702) Clark County School District (702) Community College of S.NV (702) Las Vegas Valley Water District (702) LV Convention & Visitors Authority (702) Metropolitan Police Department (702) State of Nevada (702) University Medical Center (702) Full-Time (Nonhotel/Nongaming) Retired Full-Time (Hotel/Gaming) Self-Employed Homemaker Not Employed Part-time Student Semi-Retired Sheriff s Work Card If you are working in the gaming industry, it is mandatory in the state of Nevada to have a Sheriff s Card. To obtain a Sheriff s Card you must be gainfully employed. Your employer will provide you with a referral for a three year issuance. For further information, contact: Sheriffs Work Card 601 E Fremont St Las Vegas, NV (702) Employment Status Nevada State Employment Services 135 South St Las Vegas, NV % 12.9% 10.5% 4.8% 5.2% 5.1% 3.9% 2.4% 31.4% Alcohol Education Card Anyone who sells, gives away, moves around or makes a decision regarding alcohol, as well as Security Officers, must have a valid TAM (Total Alcoho l Management) Card. In order to acquire a TAM Card you must attend a four hour class, pass a simple test and pay an $35.00 application fee for a five year issuance. For additional information, contact: TAM of Southern Nevada East Side Location: 557 E Sahara Ave #223 Las Vegas, NV (702) West Side Location: 2550 S Rainbow Blvd. Ste E14 Las Vegas, NV (702) According to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), Clark County and the Clark County School District are the largest employers with 30,000+ employees. Other Large employers include: 9,000 9,499: Bellagio 8,500 8,999: MGM Grand Hotel, Wynn Las Vegas 7,500 7,999: Mandalay Corp 5,500 5,999: Desert Palace, GNS Corp., Venetian Casino 5,000 5,499: LV Metropolitan Police 4,000 4,499: Flamingo Hilton Corp., Rio, UMC of S. NV Reasons for Moving to Las Vegas: Health Card Health Cards are mandatory for all food/beverage handlers, tattoo technicians, Security Officer, child and adult care attendants, Health Club Attendant or massage therapists. In order to acquire a Health Card, you must complete an application form. For a food handler card, applicants will receive a Hepatitis A vaccination. Applicants needing a Child Care or Adult Care Card, will also receive a Hepatitis A vaccination as well as having a skin test or x-ray for tuberculosis. All applicants must also attend an hour and a half class and movie within 30 days of applying for a Health Card. A temporary card will be issued until the class is completed. The cost for a Health Card is $35 for a three year issuance. For additional information, contact: Clark County Health District 625 Shadow Lane Las Vegas, NV (702) The Sahara & the Sands Casinos open 1955 Riviera Hotel & Moulin-Rouge Hotel open Better Lifestyle Job Transfer Other Like the Area Live Near Relatives Find a Job Retirement 6 Born Here 2.4 Health Reasons 8

10 TRANSPORTATION Las Vegas is a hub for airlines, railroads, trucking and highways. Major and regional airlines find Las Vegas to be one of their most popular destinations. Las Vegas was founded as a railroad city. Because of its central location, it is still a principal on-route destination for the railroads. Las Vegas' convention and entertainment industries, together with unparalleled outdoor recreation, have stimulated phenomenal growth in Southern Nevada. Today, nearly half of all Las Vegas visitors arrive by air via McCarran International Airport, making it a major driving force in the Southern Nevada economy and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world. Income derived from aviation activity generates significant economic benefits estimated at 25 billion dollars a year. In addition to these tangible benefits, McCarran is a valuable community asset that links Southern Nevada to the national air transportation system and brings the world to Las Vegas. Private aviation is serviced at McCarran, the North Las Vegas Air Terminal and Sky Harbor Airport in Henderson. Limousine and taxi service is available 24 hours. RTC Regional Transportation Commission CAT buses operate 5:30am-1:30am 7 days a week Some routes are available for 24-hour service (702) (702) CAT-RIDE Citizens Area Transit has been serving Las Vegas since December CAT ridership increased from 15 million in 1993 to more than 63 million in The RTC introduced The Deuce, a premiere double decker transportation service, to the Las Vegas Strip on Oct. 27, It services the residential routes of Las Vegas and Henderson in addition to the Strip. In 2009 the RTC will launch the ACE Rapid Transit system starting with the ACE Downtown Connector. Monorail New Hours 7 am 2 am Daily! From one end of the Strip to the other, visitors will be able to glide above the traffic at speeds of up to 50 mph for as little as $5. The system operates on a 4 mile route that runs from the Sahara Hotel to the MGM Grand. The system consists of 36 routes served by 360 vehicles, carrying close to 190,000 passengers everyday in the greater Las Vegas Valley. From Here to There Driving Distances from Las Vegas to: Whether you are in town for business or pleasure, check out the monorail. It s fast, fun and convenient transportation between Las Vegas strip hotels. City Miles Albuquerque 583 Anaheim 245 Charlotte 2,200 Chicago 1,780 Cleveland 2,090 Denver 758 Detroit 2,020 Houston 1,467 Los Angeles 272 Miami 2,570 Minneapolis 1,660 New Orleans 1,730 Phoenix 287 Portland 996 Reno 445 Riverside 207 Salt Lake City 419 San Diego 336 San Francisco 570 Seattle 1,180 Tucson 404 Washington DC 2, Gaming Board created within the NV Tax Commission 1957 UNLV is est LV Conv. Cntr opens - seats 6,300 9

11 Taxes HOUSING Property Tax Due Dates Las Vegas has NO PERSONAL INCOME TAX. There is no state income, inheritance, gift or estate taxes. Inventory or corporate taxes are levied. The low overall taxes has made Las Vegas a hot-spot for industrial and professional growth. The Clark County Assessor s Office determines the taxable value of each parcel of land improved or unimproved. This value is multiplied by 35% to acquire the assessed value of the property. Property taxes are figured by multiplying the assessed value by the tax rate which is limited to a total of $3.64 per $100 assessed. Payments are made quarterly and as follows: 1 st Quarter: 3 rd Monday of August 2 nd Quarter: 1 st Monday of October 3 rd Quarter: 1 st Monday of January 4 th Quarter: 1 st Monday of March To further inquire about Nevada s tax laws, contact: Department of Taxation (702) Master Planned Communities Aliante This is the flagship master-planned development of North Las Vegas. It has 1,165 acres to be dedicated to residential and 100 acres for commercial development. Amenities include an 18-hole championship golf course, parks, and a 24-mile trail system. Anthem An upscale development by Del Webb, Anthem is located high in the hills of the McCullough mountains, 2,525 acres, with spectacular views of the Las Vegas Valley. Developments within the Anthem master plan include Anthem Highlands, Anthem Country Club and Coventry at Anthem. dramatic mountain backdrop to the west and spectacular city lights to the east, Providence boasts a setting unmatched by any other master planned community. While residents will cherish the feeling of being a world away from the city below, they also will have convenient access to every comfort imaginable. Queensridge Set against the back drop of Red Rock Canyon on the west side of Las Vegas this community is surrounded by the Badlands Golf Course. Community features include: spa, swimming pools, tennis courts, child play area, exercise facilities, and an exclusive club & fitness center. Green Valley Ranch Nestled in the foothills of the Black Mountains and masterfully designed on 1,311 acres, this community is peaceful and clean, with easy access to I-215. The area is in close proximity to The District at Green Valley Ranch and the Henderson Multigenerational Center. Inspirada Located in the southern foothills of the Las Vegas Valley, this community features an diverse blend of architectural styles. The residential villages feature choices from brownstones to estate homes that surround a city center filled with restaurants, shops, offices and other commercial amenities. Iron Mountain Ranch When complete, it will have 1,700 homes, a European style spa and a major resort/casino. It is close to the Red Rock National Conservation Area, Silverstone Golf Club and Aliante Golf Club. Lake Las Vegas Located just minutes from Lake Mead, in Henderson, this 2,243 acre community offers 2 golf courses, custom homes and home sites, 2 major resort/casinos, shops, a beach, marina, Yacht Club and fitness club. MacDonald Highlands Overlooks the valley from the southeast corner of Henderson. 3,200 acres with 4 villages. DragonRidge Country Club, with an 18 hole championship golf course, walking trails, parks and a Manned 24 hour Guard Gate. This is very private community. Mountains Edge A 3,500 acre community that when full developed, will offer 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, a high school, a fire station, shopping centers and restaurants, with more that 500 acres designated for parks and trails. Developers are taking great care to maintain as much of the surrounding landscape of the area as possible. Nevada Trails Nevada Trails is an established community with 23 acres of parks and 10 acres of trails. Residents enjoy the palm-lined entry, parks and walking trails, as well as the home exteriors and features such as courtyards and single-story designs. Providence Providence is located on 1,200 acres in the upper west side of the Las Vegas Valley. Ideally situated on a high valley shelf with a Red Rock Country Club Red Rock composes 735-acres of exclusive and personalized homes and features two 18-hole golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer. Red Rock Country Club covers 42,000 square feet, and borders the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, providing panoramic views of the Las Vegas valley. The clubhouse features recreational and social pursuits, including an aquatic center, fitness facility and tennis center. Rhodes Ranch In Southwest Las Vegas, Rhodes Ranch is the picturesque beauty of a waterfall and tropical palms, the peace of mind of a guardgated entrance and the flair of a championship links-style golf course. Seven Hills Located in the Southeast of the valley in Henderson, A 1,300 acre community high above the city offering 2500 homes surrounded by business parks and shopping, there are golf course homes, a 27 hole golf course, clubhouse, tennis and a 2,000 seat stadium. Southern Highlands Located in the southwestern valley, with easy access to I-215, the strip and US 95. Many homes are being built on the Golf Course, which features a 42,000 s.f. clubhouse with library, wine room, dining and shops. The north end is The Estates, centered around the Southern Highlands Golf & Country Club. The south end of the community is The Villages at Southern Highlands. Summerlin Located on the West foothills of the valley. Summerlin is unfolding in villages, each centered around its own major park, golf course or major amenity. Currently, there are 17 villages, eventually, the community will be home to 30 villages. Each Summerlin village has its own distinctive style of architecture and design, evident in streetscapes, landscaping and village walls. Summerlin is exclusive home to the PGA Tour Tournament Players Club stadium golf course here in Nevada. It features a private 18 hole championship course in the hills near Town Center Drive and Summerlin Parkway. Tuscany New gated development is located close to Lake Las Vegas and the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. A Tuscany themed development offering the Tuscany Recreation Center and the Tuscany Golf Course. 960 Clark County population - 127, Beatles only LV appearance 1967 Publicly traded Corp. able to obtain gaming license 10

12 LIBRARIES LAS VEGAS/CLARK COUNTY DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARIES Clark County Library 1401 E Flamingo Las Vegas, NV (702) Enterprise Library 25 E Shelbourne Ave Las Vegas, NV (702) Green Valley Library 2797 N Green Valley Pkwy Henderson, NV (702) Las Vegas Library & Lied Discovery Museum 833 N Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV (702) Rainbow Library 3150 N Buffalo Dr Las Vegas, NV (702) Sahara West Library & Fine Arts Museum 9600 W Sahara Las Vegas, NV (702) Spring Valley Library 4280 S Jones Las Vegas, NV (702) Summerlin Library & Performing Arts Center 1771 Inner Circle Dr Las Vegas, NV (702) Sunrise Library 5400 Harris Ave Las Vegas, NV (702) West Charleston Library 6301 W Charleston Las Vegas, NV (702) West Las Vegas Library 951 W Lake Mead Blvd Las Vegas, NV (702) Whitney Library 5175 E Tropicana Las Vegas, NV (702) HENDERSON DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARIES James I. Gibson Library 280 W Water St Henderson, NV (702) Lydia Malcolm Branch 2960 Sunridge Heights Pkwy.. Henderson, NV (702) Paseo Verde Library 280 S. Green Valley Pkwy. Henderson, NV (702) Pittman Branch 1608 Moser Dr Henderson, NV (702) NORTH LAS VEGAS DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARIES North Las Vegas Library 2300 Civic Center Dr North Las Vegas, NV (702) Aliante Library 2400 Deer Springs Way North Las Vegas, NV (702) UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES UNLV 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy. Las Vegas, NV (702) Community College Cheyenne Campus 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. Las Vegas, NV (702) Henderson Campus 700 College Dr. Henderson, NV (702) West Charleston Campus 6375 W. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV (702) Nevada State College Library 1125 Nevada State Dr. Henderson, NV (702) SURROUNDING AREAS PUBLIC LIBRARIES Blue Diamond Library 14 Cottonwood Mesquite, NV (702) Boulder City Library 701 Adams Blvd. Boulder City, NV (702) Bunkerville Library 150 W Virgin St Bunkerville, NV (702) Good Springs Library 365 W San Pedro Ave Goodsprings, NV (702) Indian Springs Library 715 W. Gretta Lane Indian Springs, NV (702) Laughlin Library 2840 Needles Hwy Laughlin, NV (702) Mesquite Library 121 W First North St Mesquite, NV (702) Moapa Town Library 1340 E Hwy 168 Moapa, NV (702) Moapa Valley Library 350 N Moapa Valley Blvd. Overton, NV (702) Mount Charleston Library 1252 Aspen Ave Las Vegas, NV (702) Sandy Valley Library 650 W. Quartz Ave. Sandy Valley, NV (702) Searchlight Library 200 Michael Wendell Way Searchlight, NV (702) Most libraries in the Las Vegas area have computers that you can use for surfing the Internet, word processing, research, Website design, or constructing a PowerPoint presentation. Many offer after school programs, book clubs, and other fun activities Circus Circus Hotel & Casino opens 1969 Elvis Presley opens at the International Hotel (now Las Vegas Hilton) 11

13 YOUTH ACTIVITIES Group Activities Youth activities in Southern Nevada are a positive network of programs designed to encourage teamwork & community involvement and build character. Activities range from sports to programs such as the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, YMCA, the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. Youth Organizations 10,000 Kids 6450 E. Stewart Ave. Las Vegas Boulder City Youth Center 801 Adams Ave. Boulder City Boys & Girls Club Ages 5-18 Boulder City 651 Adams Blvd. Boulder City Donald W. Reynolds 2980 Robindale Rd. Henderson North Las Vegas 2530 E. Carey Ave. N. Las Vegas John D. Jackie Gaughan 920 Cottage Grove Ave. Las Vegas Al Snyder 1011 Dumont Blvd. Las Vegas Lied Memorial 2850 Lindell Rd. Las Vegas Andre Agassi 800 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. Las Vegas B.C. McCabe 2801 E. Stewart Ave. Las Vegas Boy Scouts of America 7220 Paradise Rd. Las Vegas Ages 7-20 Community Dev. Youth Life Skills 4432 Ivory Jade Ave. N. Las Vegas Girl Scouts of Frontier Council 2941 Harris Ave. Las Vegas Ages 5-17 Henderson Boys Club 1608 Moser Dr. Henderson Junior Achievement Club 840 Grier Dr. Las Vegas Las Vegas Youth Orchestras 821 N. Las Vegas Blvd. Las Vegas Nevada Youth Alliance 70 E. Horizon Ridge Pkwy., #120 Henderson Sunrise Youth Services 2980 S. Rainbow Las Vegas Youth With A Mission 1348 Pawnee Dr. Las Vegas YMCA of Southern Nevada 3521 N. Durango Blvd. Las Vegas Meadows Ln. Las Vegas N. Buffalo Dr. Las Vegas Roller Coasters Big The Stratosphere Feel the 4G s as you are shot 160 feet straight up into the air from the top of the Stratosphere Tower. The Stratosphere A giant teeter-totter that propels you 27 ft. over the edge of the Tower, 866 feet above the ground. Insanity, the The Stratosphere A massive mechanical arm extending 64 ft. over the edge of the Tower and spins you at a force of 3G s. Canyon Circus Circus 2880 Las Vegas Blvd. The world's only indoor roller coaster, reaching 55 mph. Disk Circus Circus The new Disk O combines a breathtaking dual rocking/spinning motion with an all-new seating style where everyone gets a front-row seat. Rim Circus Circus Intensely wild, wet and wacky! Once at the top, brace yourself for a drop down a fast and furious 60 ft. waterfall. Primm, Nevada. The tallest (209 feet) and fastest roller coaster in the U.S. Reaching more than 80 mph. Located at Buffalo Bill's in the CA border, 40 miles south of Las Vegas. The Mini Grand Prix 1401 N Rainbow Blvd./Vegas Dr. Manhattan New York-New York 3790 Las Vegas Blvd. High speed drops, two loops, and a 540-degree spiral all traveling around the perimeter of the hotel. Reaching 67 mph. Speed, The Sahara 3900 Las Vegas Blvd. It is the fastest roller coaster in Las Vegas, reaching 70 mph. It stops momentarily at the top of a 224-ft tower, then goes back to the starting point in reverse Clark County population - 273, NV Gaming revenues - $1 billion dollar mark 1980 Clark county population - 463,459 12

14 SENIOR SERVICES Retirement Community Senior Services Las Vegas is a retirement Hot Spot! 14.7% of newcomers to the Las Vegas Valley in 2006 comprised of individuals who came to settle and retire or who are semi-retired! In fact, the number of retirees in Clark County is up 7.5% from the previous year. The county has developed a number of organizations and activities specifically for its senior community. AAARP (702) Alzheimer s Association (702) American Cancer Society (702) American Heart Association (702) Blind Center of Nevada (702) Boulder City Senior Center (702) Clark County Health District Senior Health Program (702) Clark County Parks & Recreation (702) Division for Aging Services (702) Eldercare Helpline (800) EOP Senior Center (702) Foster Grandparent Program (702) Henderson Parks & Recreation (702) Hollyhock Adult Daycare Center (702) Jewish Family Service Agency (702) Meals on Wheels Senior Nutrition Program Las Vegas (702) Multi Services for Seniors (702) Parkinson s ADPA Info & Referral (702) Salvation Army Adult Day Care (702) Senior Citizens Employment Services (702) Senior Citizens Financial Inc. (702) Senior Citizens Law Project (702) Senior Citizens Protective Services (702) Senior Friends Green Valley (Henderson) (702) Mountain View (Summerlin/NW) (702) Southern Hills (Southwest) (702) Sunrise (Central Las Vegas) (702) Event Hotline (702) Senior Support Services (702) Senior Tripsters (702) Senior Weatherization Program (702) Seniors in Action (702) Seniors Information Services (702) Social Security Administration (800) State Insurance Div./Medicare (702) VA Southern NV Health Care System (702) Veterans Administration (800) Benefit Information Las Vegas Senior Centers Arturo Combeiro Senior Center 330 North 13 th St. (702) Black Mountain Rec. Center 599 Greenway Rd. (702) Boulder City Senior Center 813 Arizona St. (702) Cambridge Recreation Center 3930 Cambridge St. (702) Centennial Hills Active Adult Center 6601 N. Buffalo Dr. (702) Cora Coleman Sunrise Senior Center 2100 Bonnie Lane (702) Derfelt Senior Center 3343 W. Washington St. (702) Doolittle Senior Center 1950 N. J Street (702) Dula Gymnasium 441 E. Bonanza Rd. (702) East Las Vegas Senior Center 250 N. Eastern Ave. (702) H2U 3101 S. Maryland, #100 (702) Henderson Senior Center 27 E. Texas Ave. (702) Howard Lieburn Senior Center 6230 Garwood Ave. (702) Las Vegas Senior Center 451 E. Bonanza Rd. (702) Martin Luther King Senior Center 2024 N. MLK Blvd., Ste. B (702) North Las Vegas Senior Center 1638 N. Bruce St. (702) Northwest Senior Center 6841 W. Lone Mountain (702) Seniors In Action, Inc S. Maryland, #3 (702) Senior Tripsters 451 E. Bonanza Rd. (702) West Flamingo Senior Center 6255 W. Flamingo Rd. (702) First National Finals Rodeo (NFR) held in LV 1989 The Mirage Hotel & Casino opens 1990 Clark County population - 741,459 13

15 HOSPITALS Boulder City Hospital 901 Adams Blvd. Boulder City, NV Beds: 67 (702) Centennial Hills Hospital 6900 N. Durango Dr. Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Desert Springs Hospital 2075 East Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Mike O Callaghan Federal Hospital 4700 Las Vegas Blvd. N. Nellis AFB, NV Beds: (702) Mountain View Hospital 3100 N. Tenaya Way Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Las Vegas Valley Full-Service Hospitals North Vista Hospital 1409 E. Lake Mead Blvd. N. Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Southern Hills Hospital 9300 W. Sunset Road Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Spring Valley Hospital 5400 S. Rainbow Blvd. Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) St. Rose Dominican Hospital Rose de Lima Campus 102 East Lake Mead Dr. Henderson, NV Beds: (702) St. Rose Dominican Hospital Siena Campus 3001 St. Rose Pkwy. Henderson, NV Beds: (702) Las Vegas Valley Hospice Programs Facility Address Phone Number Angel Eye Hospice 2770 S. Maryland Pkwy Creekside Hospice 3626 Pecos McLeod Dr Compassion in Action 3157 Nottingham Dr Family Home Hospice 1701 W. Charleston Blvd Harmony Home Health LLC 1210 S. Valley View Blvd St. Rose Dominican Hospital San Martin Campus 8280 W. Warm Springs Rd. Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Summerlin Hospital 657 Town Center Drive Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Sunrise Hospital and Medical Center and Sunrise Children s Hospital 3186 S. Maryland Parkway Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) University Medical Center (UMC) 1800 W. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Valley Hospital & Medical Center 620 Shadow Lane Las Vegas, NV Beds: (702) Important Health Care Phone Numbers Nathan Adelson Hospice 3391 N. Buffalo American Red Cross New Hope Hospice of Nevada 8 Sunset Way, #103, HND Board of Medical Examiners Clark County Health District Odyssey Health Care 4011 McLeod Dr Clark County Medical Society Crisis Mental Health Society Immunizations Solari Hospice Care 5550 S. Jones Blvd Planned Parenthood Southern NV Dental Society Excalibur Hotel & Casino opens 1992 First LV the Silver Bowl 1993 Gaming revenue reaches $6 billion 14

16 ENTERTAINMENT AJ Hackett Bungy 810 Circus Circus Dr LV Ballet Black Mountain Water Park 3500 Las Vegas Blvd S #J-1- LV Boulder City Hoover Dam 444 Hotel Plaza, BC Children s Historical Museum 1636 E Charleston LV Cultural Crystal Palace Skating Center 4680 Boulder Hwy LV N Rancho LV S Decatur, LV Flyaway Indoor Skydiving 200 Convention Center Dr LV Gilcrease Bird Sanctuary 8103 Rachel LV Henderson Bird Preserve 2400 Moser Dr Hnd King Arthur s the Excalibur 3850 Las Vegas Blvd S LV Lake Mead Cruises Desert Princess 707 Wells Rd BC Las Vegas Karting Center Las Vegas Blvd LV Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix 1401 N Rainbow Blvd LV Lied Discovery Children s Museum 835 Las Vegas Blvd North, LV Las Vegas Art Museum 9600 W Sahara Ave, LV Lost City Museum 721 S Moapa Valley Moapa Luxor King Tut Museum 3900 Las Vegas Blvd S LV Mt. Charleston Riding Stables 140 Kyle Canyon Rd MtCharl Nevada Dance Theatre 1555 E Flamingo Rd #112, LV Nevada Institute for Contemporary Art 3455 E Flamingo Rd LV Nevada Chamber Orchestra 833 Las Vegas Blvd S LV Nevada Opera Theatre 3863 S Valley View, LV Planetarium at Community College 3200 E Cheyenne Ave, NLV Rainbow Company Children s Theater 821 Las Vegas Blvd, LV Museums Race Rock 495 Fremont St LV Red Rock Downhill Bicycle Tours 250 American Pacific Dr- HND Richard Petty Driving Experience 7000 Las Vegas Blvd N, LV Saddle Up Dude Ranch & Resort 7725 N Rainbow Blvd LV Sahara Ice Palace 800 Karen Ave LV Scandia Family Fun Center 2900 Sirius Ave, LV Shark Mandalay Bay 3950 Las Vegas Blvd S LV Theater in the Valley 693 Valley Verde Dr, LV USAF Thunderbird Heritage Hall Nellis AFB Vegas Rock Gym 3065 E Patrick Ln #4, HND Performing Arts 1993 MGM Hotel opens 1994 Clark County population - 985, New Visitors Center at Hoover Dam opens 15

17 ENTERTAINMENT Casinos Buffalo Bills Interstate 15 South at Primm Adventure Canyon Log Flume, Desperado roller coaster, MaxFlight VR2002 roller coaster, motion-simulator theaters and the Turbo Drop at Buffalo Bill's. Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon-Thu; 11 a.m.-midnight Fri; 10 a.m.- midnight Sat; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun Circus Circus The AdventureDome 2880 Las Vegas Blvd. South (702) The AdventureDome is a 5-acre indoor theme park. It features 19 rides and attractions for all ages, including a roller coaster, boat ride, bumper cars, an IMAX RIDEFILM cineplex, virtual reality games, climbing wall, arcade, miniature golf and snack bars. Hours: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon-Thu; 10 a.m.-midnight Fri-Sun. Las Vegas Hilton Star Trek: The Experience 3000 Paradise Road Includes re-creation of the promenade from "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine"; Quark's Bar & Restaurant; Zek's Grand Emporium and Moogie's Trading Post; 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. Hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. daily Paris Eiffel Tower Ride 3655 Las Vegas Blvd Ride to the tower's observation deck. Hours: 10 a.m.-1 a.m. daily Caesars Cinema Ride in the Forum Shops 3500 Las Vegas Blvd. South Boasts the nation's first 3-D motion ride. Hours: 10 a.m.-midnight daily Caesars Race for Atlantis in the Forum Shops 3500 Las Vegas Blvd. South A giant-screen Imax 3-D motion-simulator ride. Hours: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (until midnight Fri-Sat) Excalibur Magic Motion Rides 3850 Las Vegas Blvd. South Magic Motion Rides combine 70mm film, five-channel Dolby stereo sound and specially designed seats that move in sync with the on-screen action. Movies include "Desert Duel," "Devil's Mine Ride," "Runaway Train," "Space Race," "Stormrider" and "Street Luge." Hours: 10 a.m.-midnight Mon-Fri (until 1 a.m. Sat-Sun). Tropicana Titanic The Artifact Exhibition 3700 W Flamingo Rd, LV Over 300 authentic Artifacts discovered 12,500-ft beneath the sea. Located in the Island Tower Pavilion. Open 10 am-10 pm daily. Last admission 9pm Sahara Speedworld 2535 Las Vegas Blvd. South Virtual-reality, three-quarter-scale, simulated Indy-car racing in a 40,000- sq-ft facility along with two dozen interactive rides and two 3D theaters. Hours: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun-Thu; 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri-Sat The Stratosphere Strat-O-Fair 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. South Midway at the base of the Stratosphere Tower featuring the "Little Shot," Ferris wheel, other games and a food court. Hours: 10 a.m.-1 a.m. daily (until 2 a.m. Fri-Sat) Imperial Palace 3535 Las Vegas Blvd S LV The world s largest and finest selection of antique, classic, muscle and special-interest automobiles are available for sale. Open daily from 9:30 am 9:30 pm. Luxor IMAX Theatre 3900 Las Vegas Blvd. South Includes the interactive attraction "In Search of the Obelisk" and "Funhouse Express." Films change regularly at the Luxor Imax Theatre. Hours: "In Search of the Obelisk" and "Funhouse Express", 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Sun-Thu (until midnight Fri-Sat). Call for Imax show times. The Stratosphere Stratosphere Tower 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. South America's tallest free-standing tower with indoor and outdoor observation decks. The tower houses two rides -- the High Roller roller coaster and the Big Shot (see individual listings on this page). Hours: 10 a.m.-1 a.m. daily (until 2 a.m. Fri-Sat) The Venetian Theaters of Sensation in the Grand Canal Shoppes, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South Two theaters featuring five 3D ride/films. The adventures include visits to old Venice, Mars or King Arthur's Lost World. Hours: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. daily (until midnight Fri-Sat) The Venetian Gondola Rides Grand Canal 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South Ride in an authentic gondola through the Venice-themed shopping center while being serenaded by singing gondoliers. Hours: 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Sun-Thu; 10 a.m.-midnight Fri-Sat Fremont Street Experience opens 1995 Landmark Hotel imploded 1998 Star Trek: the Experience at the LV Hilton opens 16

18 Area 51 The Town of Rachel, Nevada Surrounded in controversy and conspiracy, Area 51 is best thought of as housing UFO's and alien bodies recovered from the Roswell, New Mexico flying saucers crash. Air The Tropicana Hotel 3801 Las Vegas Blvd Classic variety entertainment takes place up in the air, suspended over the slot tops on the main casino floor! The show changes with each of six performances daily. Hours: 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm, 7 pm, 9 pm daily Azure Mermaid The Silverton Hotel 3333 Blue Diamond Rd A 117,000 gallon saltwater tank filled with over 8000 tropical fish and gorgeous coral. You can enjoy an underwater fantasy story told through mermaids and mermen. Every Wed. through Sun. evening on the hour. Bass Pro Shops Outdoor The Silverton 3333 Blue Diamond Rd This sporting goods store offers a full range of wildlife settings similar to a natural history museum. A lion pride, fighting bull moose, a two story giraffe and a den of bears will delight children and outdoor sport enthusiasts alike. Conservatory & Botanical Bellagio 3600 Las Vegas Blvd. S ,000 sq. ft glass domed conservatory features exotic plants and flowers; displays changed monthly. Circus Acts on the Midway Circus Circus 2880 Las Vegas Blvd. S. (702) Aerialists, high-wire walkers, trapeze artists and clown shows are featured each half hour at the "World's Greatest Circus Acts." Hours: 11 a.m.-midnight daily Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Cactus Gardens 2 Cactus Drive, Henderson Tour the chocolate factory and its 2-acre botanical cactus garden. Hours: Twenty-minute, self-guided tours available 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Fremont Street Experience Fremont Street between Main Street & Las Vegas Boulevard (702) Features one-of-a-kind light and sound shows, with more than 2 million lights and 540,000 watts of sound. Hours: Begin at dusk daily and end at midnight. Forum Shops at Caesars Palace 3500 Las Vegas Blvd. S The Fountain Festival features Bacchus and his entourage in an animated robotic show that includes lasers, music and sound effects. Hours: Starts at 10 a.m. The Lost City of Atlantis show in the Roman Great Hall and features a fountain, life-like animatronic characters, lasers, fire, steam and a 50,000-gallon saltwater aquarium. Hours: Starts at 11 a.m. Both shows continue every hour on the hour Mandalay Bay opens ENTERTAINMENT The Fountains of Bellagio 3600 Las Vegas Blvd. S. (702) The show features fountains soaring to opera, classical and whimsical music. Hours: Every half-hour 3-8 p.m. Mondays-Fridays and noon-8 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays. Marjorie Barrick Museum of Natural History 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy. (on UNLV campus) View reptiles native to our region. Hours: 8am-4:45pm, Monday Friday; 10am-2pm, Saturday. M & M World 3785 Las Vegas Blvd. S A 4-story attraction -melts in your mouth not in your hands. Hours: 9am-midnight; Fri. & Sat. until 1am Masquerade Show In The The Rio 3700 W. Flamingo Road This indoor entertainment experience features a cast of 36 performers, five floats and elaborate costumes. Hours: 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm, 8:30pm, 9:30pm. MGM Grand Lion Habitat 3799 Las Vegas Blvd. S Can house up to five lions. Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Mystic Falls Sam s Town 5111 Boulder Highway (702) A 25,000-square-foot, temperature-controlled indoor park featuring a dancing water, laser and light show. Hours: Show times are 2, 6, 8 and 10 p.m. daily Shelby American Inc. -- Sports Car Museum 6755 Speedway Blvd The museum and tour features the latest version of Shelby American sports vehicles. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Fri. Tours of the assembly area at 10:30 a.m. The Sirens of TI at Treasure Island 3300 S. Las Vegas Blvd The production features a clash between a group of beautiful, tempting sirens and a band of renegade pirates. Hours: 6pm, 8pm, 10pm Tiger The Mirage 3400 Las Vegas Blvd. S Features the exotic and rare Royal White Tigers. Hours: Open 24 hours The Mirage 3400 Las Vegas Blvd. S Watch the volcano erupt in front of the hotel. Hours: Every 15 minutes Wildlife Flamingo Hotel 3555 Las Vegas Blvd. S. (702) Featuring Chilean flamingos, swans, ducks, Koi, & turtles. Hours: Open 24 hours 1999 Paris Hotel & Casino opens 1999 NHRA (National Hot Rod Association) arrives in Las Vegas 17

19 SPORTS UNLV Football Football Sam Boyd Stadium 7000 E Russell Rd (702) UNLV Hustlin Rebels Baseball Earl E Wilson Stadium (702) 895-UNLV UNLV Lady Rebels Women s Basketball Cox Pavilion 4505 S Maryland Pkwy UNLV Runnin Rebels Men s Basketball Thomas & Mack Center 4505 S Maryland Pkwy UNLV Soccer Soccer Peter Johann Memorial Soccer Field (702) 895-UNLV (702) 895-UNLV (702) 895-UNLV UNLV Volleyball Volleyball Cox Pavilion (702) 895-UNLV Las Vegas 51 s AAA Baseball Cashman Field 850 Las Vegas Blvd North Las Vegas, NV (702) National Finals Rodeo 4505 S Maryland Pkwy Las Vegas, NV (702) Dec. 4 - Dec. 13, 2008 Las Vegas Motor Speedway 6000 Las Vegas Blvd South Las Vegas, NV (702) Las Vegas Wranglers Hockey The Orleans Arena Las Vegas, NV (702) Annual Sports Events in Las Vegas Event Month Location Las Vegas Big League Weekend March Cashman Field Monster Jam World Finals March Sam Boyd Stadium NASCAR Nationwide Series Sam s Town 300 March Las Vegas Motor Speedway WEC: World Extreme Cagefighting March Hard Rock Hotel & Casino US National Wrestling Championships April Las Vegas Convention Center Breeders Invitational Cutting Horse Event May South Point Casino USA Martial Arts World Championships June South Point Casino SCORE Las Vegas Terrible s Cup IV July Las Vegas Motor Speedway NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series September Las Vegas Motor Speedway PBR World Finals October/November Thomas & Mack Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo November South Point Casino LV Invitational Basketball Tournament November Orleans Hotel & Casino Wrangler National Finals Rodeo December Thomas & Mack Center Pioneer Las Vegas Bowl December Sam Boyd Stadium Las Vegas Marathon December Las Vegas 1999 Clark County population - 1,321, Steve Wynn buys the Desert Inn for his wife s birthday 18

20 GOLFING PUBLIC GOLF COURSES ALIANTE GOLF CLUB 3100 West Elkhorn NLV (702) ANGEL PARK GOLF COURSE 36 Holes 100 Rampart Blvd LV (702) BADLANDS GOLF CLUB 27 Holes 9119 S. Alta Dr LV (702) BALI HAI GOLF CLUB 5160 Las Vegas Blvd South LV (888) BEAR S BEST GOLF CLUB W. Flamingo Rd. LV (702) BOULDER CITY GOLF COURSE 1 Clubhouse Dr BC (702) BOULDER CREEK GOLF COURSE 27 Holes 1507 Veterans Mem. Hwy BC (702) CALLAWAY GOLF CENTER 9 Holes 6730 S Las Vegas Blvd LV (702) CASA BLANCA GOLF CLUB 950 W Mesquite Blvd Msq (888) CASCATA GOLF COURSE 1 Cascata Dr BC (702) CRAIG RANCH GOLF COURSE 628 W Craig Rd NLV (702) DESERT PINES GOLF CLUB 3415 E Bonanza LV (702) DESERT ROSE GOLF CLUB 5483 Club House Dr - LV (702) DURANGO HILLS GOLF COURSE 3521 N Durango - LV (702) FALCON RIDGE GOLF CLUB 345 Calais Dr.-Mesquite (702) FALLS GOLF CLUB 101 Via Vin Santo - HND (702) HIGHLAND FALLS GOLF CLUB Sun City Blvd. - LV (702) LAS VEGAS GOLF CLUB 4300 W Washington LV (702) LAS VEGAS NATIONAL GOLF CLUB 1911 E Desert Inn Rd - LV (702) LAS VEGAS PAIUTE GOLF RESORT 54 Holes Nu-Way Kaiv Dr - LV (702) LEGACY GOLF CLUB 130 Par Excellence Dr - Hnd (702) LOS PRADOS COUNTRY CLUB 5150 Los Prados Cir-LV (702) MOJAVE RESORT CLUB 9905 Aha Macav Pkwy - Laughlin (702) NORTH LAS VEGAS GOLF CLUB 9 Holes 324 E Brooks Ave - NLV (702) PAINTED DESERT 5555 Painted Mirage Dr NLV (702) PALMS GOLF CLUB 1137 Mesquite Blvd - Msq (800) PRIMM VALLEY GOLF CLUB 36 Holes 1 Yates Well Rd - LV (800) RED ROCK - ARROYO COURSE 2250 Red Springs Dr-LV (702) REFLECTIONS BAY GOLF CLUB 75 Montelago Blvd - Hnd (702) REVERE AT ANTHEM 36 Holes 2600 Hampton Rd.- Hnd (702) RHODES RANCH GOLF CLUB 20 Rhodes Ranch Pkwy - LV (702) RIO SECCO GOLF CLUB 2851 Grand Hills Dr - Hnd (702) ROYAL LINKS GOLF COURSE 5995 E. Vegas Valley Dr LV (702) SIENA GOLF CLUB Siena Monte Ave LV (702) SILVERSTONE GOLF CLUB 27 Holes 8660 Cupp Dr. LV (702) TPC AT THE CANYONS 9851 Canyon Run Dr LV (702) TUSCANY GOLF CLUB 901 Olivia Parkway -Hnd (702) WILDHORSE GOLF CLUB 2100 W Warm Springs Rd -Hnd (702) WOLF PARADISE CANYON 401 Paradise Pkwy - Msq (866) SEMI-PRIVATE GOLF COURSES BLACK MOUNTAIN 27 Holes 500 Greenway Rd Hnd (702) DESERT WILLOW GOLF COURSE 2020 W Horizon Rdg Pkwy Hnd(702) EAGLE CREST 2203 Thomas Ryan LV (702) PALM VALLEY GOLF CLUB 9201 Del Webb Blvd - LV (702) SHADOW CREEK 3 Shadow Creek Dr NLV (702) SUNRISE VISTA GOLF CLUB 36 Holes 2841 Kinley Dr LV, Nellis AFB (702) WILLOW CREEK GOLF COURSE 1500 Red Butte - Pahrump (775) WYNN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. LV (702) PRIVATE GOLF COURSES ANTHEM COUNTRY CLUB 25 Anthem Dr Hnd (702) CANYON GATE COUNTRY CLUB 2001 Canyon Gate Dr LV (702) DRAGON RIDGE GOLF & CC 552 Stephanie St Hnd (702) THE OASIS GOLF CLUB 100 Palmer Ln - Msq (702) RED ROCK COUNTRY CLUB 36 Holes 2250 Red Springs - LV (702) SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS GOLF CLUB 1 Robert Trent Jones Ln - LV (702) SPANISH TRAIL GOLF COURSE 27 Holes 5050 Spanish Trail Ln LV (702) STALLION MOUNTAIN CC 5500 E Flamingo Rd - LV (702) TPC AT SUMMERLIN 1700 Village Center Dr - LV (702) LAS VEGAS COUNTRY CLUB SOUTHSHORE GOLF CLUB 3000 Joe W. Brown Dr LV (702) Strada Di Circolo Hnd (702) Megabucks hit by a Las Vegan - $34,959, Barbara Streisand celebrates new millennium in concert at MGM 19

21 SHOPPING NAME AND ADDRESS Boulevard Mall 3528 S Maryland Pkwy Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas I15 at Primm, Primm, Nevada Malls FEATURED STORES: Charlotte Russo, The Children s Place, Dillard s, Foot Locker, JCPenney, Boutiques Macy s, Marshall's, Sears, Torrid, Victoria s Secret, Zumiez Banana Republic, Burberry, Coach, Escada, Last Call from Neiman Marcus, Polo Ralph Lauren, Williams-Sonoma Marketplace, Timberland, Guess?, Anne Klein Fashion Show Mall 3200 Las Vegas Blvd South Forum Caesars 3500 Las Vegas Blvd South Galleria at Sunset 1300 W Sunset Rd Grand Canal the Venetian 3355 Las Vegas Blvd South Las Vegas Outlet Center 7400 Las Vegas Blvd South Shops Las Vegas Premium Outlets 875 S. Grand Central Pkwy Mandalay Place 3930 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Masquerade Village Rio 3700 W. Flamingo Rd. Meadows Mall 4300 Meadows Lane Miracle Mile Planet Hollywood 3663 Las Vegas Blvd., S. Mirage Street of Shops 3400 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Paris Las Vegas 3655 Las Vegas Blvd South The District at Green Valley Ranch 2240 Village Walk Drive The The Palazzo 3324 Las Vegas Blvd. S Town Square 6605 Las Vegas Blvd., S Tower Stratosphere 2000 Las Vegas Blvd South Via Bellagio 3600 Las Vegas Blvd South Bloomingdale s Home Store, Dillard s, Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Robinsons- May, Saks Fifth Avenue Armani, Burberry Cavalli, Christian Dior, FAO Schwarz, Ferragamo, II Mulino New York, Louis Vuitton, The Palm, Prime Steak & Stone Crab, Spago, Valentino, Versace Abercrombie & Fitch, Ann Taylor, bebe, Dillard's, Gap, Hollister, JCPenney, Mervyn s, Robinsons-May, sharper Image, Victoria s Secret Amore, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, bebe, Burberry, Canaletto, Canyon Ranch Spa Club, Jimmy Choo, Kenneth Cole, Mikimoto, Movado, Postrio, Sephora, st John Sport Burlington Brands, Casual Corner Annex, Factory Brands Shoes, Jones of New York, Levi s/dockers, Outlet by Most, Mikasa, Nike Factory Store, Osh Kosh B Gosh, Reebok Ann Taylor Factory Store, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana, Kenneth Cole, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Tommy Hilfiger Bardelli, BLANKSPACE, Davidoff, 55 Degrees Wine + Design, Five Little Monkeys, Forever Silver, Fornarina, Ivan Kane s Forty Deuce, Just Cavalli, LOOK, Portico Diamonds International, Field of Dreams, Harley Davidson, Higuchi, HippyChic, LaBelle, Markmans Gallery, Timepieces, Viva Vegas American Eagle Outfitters, Bath & Body Works, Charlotte Russo, The Children s Place, Dillard s, Express, JCPenney, Macy s, Pac Sun, Sears Ann Taylor Loft, bebe, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Brighton Collectibles, Chico s, Commander s Palace, Crustacean, Sephora, Tommy Bahama Blue, Boutiques at the Mirage, Dolphins Shop, Impulse, Roasted Bean Shoppe, Street of Shops, Swim Bikini Boutique, The Watch Boutique Lunettes, Cigars du Monde, Clio Blue, La Vogue, Les Enfants, Paris Line, Les Memoires, Judith Jack, Eiffel Tower, L Art de Paris Ann Taylor Loft, Cold Water Creek, Brighton Collectibles, Anthropologie, Gymboree, Pottery Barn, Sharper Image, Williams-Sonoma, Floral Essence, New Balance Alexander McQueen, Barney s, Chloe, Coach, Dolce & Gabbana, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Ice Jewelry, Marc Jacobs, Prada, Yves Saint Laurent and many more. Rave Motion Pictures, H&M, Guitar Center, Abercrombie & Fitch, Apple, Lucky Brand Jeans, Soma, Metropark, Express, Borders Cleo s, Hot Lips, Distinction, Kids Jukebox, Leatherland, Paradise Island Wear, Perfumania, Stratosphere Gifts, Vegas Lights, Sun Shades Giorgio Armani, Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Hermes, The Intimate Collection, Fred Leighton, Prada, Tiffany & Co., Yves Saint Laurent Wynn Esplanada 3131 S. Las Vegas Blvd. Brioni, Cartier, Chanel, Dior, Ferrari Maserati, Gaultier, Graff, Judith Leiber, Jo Malone, Outlets La Flirt, Louis Vuitton, Manolo Blahnik, Oscar De La Renta 2000 Clark County population - 1,428, AAA Baseball LV Stars renamed LV 51s as LA Dodgers new farm team 20

22 Important Numbers Adult Education (702) Attendance Zones (702) Board of School Trustees (702) Clark County Public Education Foundation (702) Communications Office (702) Community Relations (702) Early Childhood Special Education (702) Food Services (702) G.A.T.E. (702) Health Services (702) Home Instruction (702) Clark County School District knowledge Homeless Outreach Program (702) MISSION STATEMENT: Homework Hotline (702) CCSD Teacher Recruitment (702) IDEAS attitudes Human Resources Administrative & Support Staff (702) Human Resources Teacher Recruitment (702) Internet/InterAct Services (702) Public Concern (702) Research & Development (702) School Police (702) Special Education (702) Superintendent s Office (702) Testing and Evaluation (702) Transportation (702) SKILLS 2382 E Flamingo Rd Las Vegas, Nevada (702) Clark County School District (CCSD) is the fifth largest in the United States with 308,783 students for the enrollment. It operates one of the nation s largest school construction and modernization progra ms. Approximately $4.9 billion will be spent to build new schools and improve existing schools. The district operates 341 schools as of the school year which consists of 206 elementary schools; 59 middle schools; 44 high schools; 24 alternative schools; and 8 special schools. The district employs 38,237 people, including about 18,715 teachers as well as part-time, substitute and temporary employees. CCSD offers a range of programs for the specia l needs of their students. In addition to core curriculum, CCSD offers magnet schools and programs, various accelerated and Advan ce Placement programs and special education services. Clark County School District students will have the knowledge, skills, attitudes and ethics necessary to succeed academically and will practice responsible citizenship Britney Spears rings in New Year at Bellagio 2001 Clark County population - 1,498, Mexican Consulate opens 21

23 CCSD Clark County School District Accountability Reports ATTITUDES SKILLS Accountability Reports furnished each spring to parents include statistics about a school s performance as well as achievements, highlights, awards, goals and technology use. Accountability Reports are available online from the Clark County School District s web site at on the Schools link then on School Accountability Reports. Age Requirements Nevada law requires school attendance between ages 7 and 18. Kindergarten is part of the regular school program. A child must be five years old on or before September 30 to attend kindergarten and must be six years old on or before September 30 to enter first grade. State law requires that a child must attend a state-approved kindergarten program or take a developmental assessment test to enter first grade. Bus Services Students who live more than 2 miles from zoned schools are eligible for bus transportation. Those who are eligible must fill out an application form requesting the service. The forms are available throughout the Clark County School District. Bus times and route schedules can be obtained through your child s school or at Students with zone variances will NOT be bused. Parents will be responsible for the child s transportation to and from school. Meals at School All schools give students the opportunity to purchase breakfast and hot lunches. Elementary schools average $.80 for breakfast and $1.40 for lunches. Middle Schools average $1.00 for breakfast and $1.60-$2.50 for hot lunches. High Schools average $1.50 for breakfast and $3.00 for lunch. Many a la carte offerings also are available. For students in kindergarten through the 8 th grade, applications for free or reduced-price meals can be found at the school s office or cafeteria. Enrollment In order to enroll students: Must have proof of immunizations before classes begin Parents entering their children in a District School for the first time must have identification, child s social security number, and two forms of proof of address. Proof of child s identity can be the original birth certificate or passport. Identification must be an original no copies are accepted. The required proof of address can be a recent utility bill, rent receipt, residence lease or sales contract. Telephone bills, cable bills, and driver s license are not accepted as proof of address. All students who are transferring from another school district require transcripts or report cards from the previous school. Immunizations Nevada law requires that children in kindergarten through grade 12 are current with their immunizations before they are allowed to enter school. Parents/guardians are to bring immunization records with them to school when they register their child. A child will not be allowed to attend school without documentation of immunizations. Exceptions are permitted for religious objections, which requires a letter from the parent or guardian stating the religious objection, or for a medical condition, which requires a letter from a health care provider. For the new school year, students must be up to date with all required immunizations. Students entering 7th grade also must have the recently-mandated Tdap vaccine which protects against tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis, or whooping cough. Students new to Nevada are required to have immunizations for hepatitis A and B, and varicella (chicken pox). If a child has had chicken pox, the parent or guardian must sign a Verification of Disease form, which is available at each school. A second dose of MMR is required for all kindergarten and first-grade students. Contact the Clark County Health District at for more information. High School Graduation Requirements knowledge To graduate from the CCSD, students must complete their required course work and pass the Nevada High School Proficiency Exams in reading, writing and math. (A science exam will be added for the class of 2010). Students who enter ninth grade must earn 22 ½ credits in the following subjects: English 4 credits Math 3 credits* Science 2 credits U.S. History 1 credit U.S. Government 1 credit Physical Education 2 Credits** World History 1 credit*** Health Education ½ credit Computers ½ credit Electives 7 ½ credits *Starting with the class of 2007, math course units must include at least Algebra 1 or 1H, or Applied Algebra 1A or 1B, or above. **A maximum of one PE II unit can be earned by participation in certain activities. ***World history satisfies the state Art/Humanities requirement Ritz Carlton in Lake Las Vegas breaks ground 2001 ESPN Zone New York, New York 2003 THEhotel opens 22

24 CCSD REGION MAP Northwest Region Maverick St. Las Vegas, NV (Brinley MS Campus) Northeast Region Goldfield St. N. Las Vegas, NV (Mojave HS Campus) East Region Vegas Valley Dr. Las Vegas, NV (Valley HS Campus) Southwest Region W. Desert Inn Rd. Las Vegas, NV (Cashman MS Campus) Southeast Region Mountain Vista St. Las Vegas, NV (SE-CTA Campus) The Clark County School District is organized into five geographic regions Northwest, Northeast, East, Southeast and Southwest to improve achievement, access and accountability. Under the leadership of its region superintendent, each region is responsible for developing programs and services tailored to the needs of its community. Each region also offers a Region center to bring district resources, staff and information closer to parents and students. To find out what school your child will be attending, go to and type in your home address Venezia Tower opens at the Venetian Hotel & Casino 2004 Boyd Gaming became the 5 th largest gaming operator in the USA 23

25 PRIVATE SCHOOLS Private Schools School Grades Address Phone Web Page Alexander Dawson School K W Desert Inn Rd LV American Heritage Academy K S. Sandhill Rd. #C LV Bishop Gorman HS S. Hualapai Way LV Calvary Chapel Christian School K W Oquendo Rd LV Challenger School Lone Mountain K Isaac Newton Ln LV Challenger School Silverado K E Serene Ave LV Cornerstone Christian Academy K Eldora Ave LV Desert Torah Academy K S. Arville St. LV Faith Community Lutheran Acdmy K S Town Center Dr LV Faith Lutheran Jr/Sr HS N Hualapai Way LV First Good Shepherd Lutheran K S. 13 th St. LV Foothills Montessori School K Amador Ln Hnd Green Valley Christian School K N Valle Verde Dr Hnd Henderson International School Pre Sandy Ridge Ave Hnd Henderson International School K Windmill Pkwy Hnd Henderson International School Sandy Ridge Ave Hnd International Christian Academy K Westcliff Dr LV Lake Mead Christian Academy K E Lake Mead Dr Hnd Lamb of God Lutheran School K N. Jones Blvd. LV Las Vegas Day School K Red Rock St LV Las Vegas Junior Academy K W Oakey Blvd LV Liberty Baptist Academy K W Lake Mead Blvd LV The Meadows School K Scholar Ln LV Merryhill School Spanish Trail K S Durango LV Merryhill School Peccole Ranch K Alta Dr. LV Merryhill School Summerlin K Snow Trl LV Milton I Schwartz Hebrew Acdmy K W. Hillpointe Rd LV Mountain View Christian School K E Bonanza Rd LV Mountain View Lutheran School K W Cheyenne Ave LV Omar Haikal Islamic Academy K E. Eldorado Lane LV Our Lady of Las Vegas School PreK Alta Dr LV Paradise Christian Academy K Emerson Ave LV Southern Highlands Prep. School K Southrn Highlands LV St. Anne School K S Maryland Pkwy LV St. Christopher School K N Bruce NLV St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School K Pueblo Vista Dr LV St. Francis de Sales School K N Michael Way LV St. Joseph School Bridger Ave LV St. Viator School K S Eastern Ave LV Trinity Christian Schools K E St Louis LV University Baptist Academy K E. University Ave LV Word of Life Christian Academy K N Buffalo Dr LV KNOWLEDGE Wynn Las Vegas opens April 28th Elaine Wynn s Birthday Las Celebrates its 100th Birthday May 15,

26 MAGNET PROGRAMS Magnet Programs Clark County School District offers a variety of Magnet programs for elementary and secondary levels of education. Magnet programs offer students the unique opportunity to receive a more regimented and focused plan of study depending on the interest of the student. Areas of emphasis include math and science, fine and performing arts, technology, tourism and travel, aerospace and aviation, medical, and law and leadership professions. Admission requirements vary depending upon program and level of education. Below is a list of schools that offer such programs. ELEMENTARY Grades 1-5 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Grades 9-12 Walter Bracken Magnet School for Math & Science through Technology 1200 North 27 th St., LV (702) Gilbert Magnet School of Communication & Creative Arts 2101 W. Cartier, NLV (702) Mabel Hoggard Math & Science Magnet School 950 N Tonopah Dr, LV (702) Jo Mackey Academy of Leadership and Global Communications 2726 Englestad, NLV (702) Sandy Miller Academy for International Studies 4851 East Lake Mead, LV (702) ATTITUDES MIDDLE SCHOOL Grades 6-8 Academy of Science & Mathematics at Hyde Park Middle School 900 Hinson St, LV (702) confidence Middle Schools Grade 6-8 International Baccalaureate at Roy W. Martin 2800 East Stewart Ave., LV (702) K.O. Knudson Middle School Academy of Creative Arts, Language and Technology 2400 Atlantic St, LV (702) Advanced Technologies Academy 2501 Vegas Dr, LV (702) Canyon Springs High School and the Leadership and Law Preparatory Academy 350 E. Alexander Rd., NLV (702) Clark High School - Academy of Mathematics, Science, and Applied Technology (AMSAT) 4291 Pennwood Ave, LV (702) Clark High School - Teacher Education Academy 4291 Pennwood Ave, LV (702) Clark High School - Academy of Finance (AOF) 4291 Pennwood Ave, LV (702) Desert Pines High School - Academy of Information Technology 3800 East Harris Ave., LV (702) East Career and Technical Academy (Eldorado High School, temporary) 1139 N. Linn Lane (702) Las Vegas Academy of International Studies and Performing & Visual Arts 315 S 7 th St, LV (702) x219 Northwest Career and Technical Academy 8200 W. Tropical Way, LV (702) Academy of Mathematics, Science & Technology at Bridger Middle School 2505 North Bruce St. NLV (702) James Cashman Middle School Academy of Engineering Studies 4622 W. Desert Inn Road LV (702) Robert O. Gibson Middle School Dual Language Immersion Magnet School 3900 W. Washington Ave., LV (702) For additional information contact the: MAGNET SCHOOL PROJECT OFFICE Rancho High School - Academy of Aerospace & Aviation 1900 E Owens, NLV (702) Rancho High School - Academy of Medical & Allied Health Professions 1900 E Owens, NLV (702) Southeast Career and Technical Academy (SECTA) 5710 Mountain Vista Dr, LV (702) Valley High School - Academy of Travel & Tourism 2839 S Burnham, LV (702) knowledge Valley High School - International Baccalaureate Program 2839 S Burnham, LV (702) South Coast Hotel/Casino opens 2006 Hooters opens 2006 Red Rock Resort Spa & Casino opens 25

27 COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES KNOWLEDGE Colleges & Universities Organization Address Phone Web Page American Career Institute 2340 Paseo Del Prado, Ste 208D Apollo College 5740 S. Eastern Ave., Ste Bethany University 7231 W. Charleston, Ste College of Southern Nevada 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave DeVry University 2490 Paseo Verde Pkwy Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 4475 England Ave Kaplan College 3315 Spring Mountain Rd High Tech Institute 2320 South Rancho Dr ITT Technical Institute 168 N. Gibson Rd www2.itt-tech.edu Intl Academy of Design & Technology 2495 Village View Drive Intl Institute of Management Park Run Drive, Ste Las Vegas College 170 N. Stephanie St Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts 1451 Center Crossing Rd Lincoln College of Technology S. Eastern Ave Midwestern University S. Eastern Ave National University Nevada 2850 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Nevada State College 1125 Nevada State Dr Nova Southeastern University, LV 8945 Russell Rd., Ste Pima Medical Institute 3333 E. Flamingo Rd Regis University 1401 N. Green Valley Pkwy Regis University 1201 N. Town Center Ste The Art Institute of Las Vegas 2350 Corporate Circle The Learning Center 2975 S. Rainbow Blvd. Ste. D Touro University Nevada 874 American Pacific Dr University of Nevada Las Vegas 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy University of Phoenix-Henderson 7777 Eastgate Rd., Ste University of Phoenix-Las Vegas 7455 W Washington Ave Ste University of Southern Nevada 11 Sunset Way