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LAS VEGAS Community, convenience, and close proximity attract businesses and residents to Downtown Vegas.

HENDERSON Historic downtown Henderson is a blast from the past that offers lots of family fun today.

SUMMERLIN The valley’s newest “downtown” aims to offer something for everyone.

NORTH LAS VEGAS Motivated to redefine North Las Vegas’ downtown.

BOULDER CITY This small city south of Las Vegas prides itself on being more than Hoover Dam.

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A little water can bring life to the community. Which is why we’re working hard to make sure that Southern Nevada has a reliable water supply for families, neighborhoods and businesses. Over the years, the community has conserved billions of gallons of water and is still continuing to flourish, proving you don’t need a lot of water to grow a city. So let’s stay water smart, Southern Nevada.

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BLVDS is based in Downtown LV. We picked downtown for our offices because downtown is centrally located and is in the middle of our community and cultural scene. We have been downtown for years and love it! We have lots of people walking, bicycling, pushing baby strollers, and walking dogs past our office. Every week it seems like something new is popping up.

Amazing new restaurants and retail and entertainment venues—including the star, The Smith Center—are becoming the norm.

As a born and raised local girl, I have great childhood memories of participating in our local cities’ events. I remember twirling baton in Henderson parades, doing walka-thons in North Las Vegas, and hanging out in the Bicentennial Park in Boulder City. My parents moved here during the Korean War and bought a house in downtown that they eventually turned into my Dad’s dental office. I have been in and around downtown while growing up and throughout my adult life, and I have watched it go from being the place to go to, to the place not to be, and back again. It has been great to watch downtown come back and to have been a small part of bringing it back.

Years ago when I was in the Las Vegas Leadership Program, we had the good fortune to have Mayor Jan Jones Blackhurst speak to us about the state of the city. The message that resonated with me from that meeting was that if Las Vegas was to be a healthy city, it needed a vibrant downtown.

I am thrilled that she agreed to do our IMHO for this issue. Now some years later the city is aligning, and Downtown Las Vegas is coming into its own.

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Our valley has become a blend of the cities of Henderson, Boulder City, and North Las Vegas, and they all have downtowns that have rich vibrant histories. I think downtowns are literally the center of each of their communities and radiate a sense of renewal and offer a gathering place. We are blessed in Southern Nevada with quite a few, and we are still adding. You need only look at Downtown Summerlin which is quickly becoming the place to meet in the west end of our valley.

See you downtown!

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Jan Craddock | President & Publisher Chris Cutler | Managing Editor Victoria Hart | Creative Director Deborah Granger | Associate Publisher Andreas Quinones | Web Developer Danielle Matera | Web Design Intern Cube Ruiz | Circulation ShaRhonda Ramos | Account Executive Carla DiBlasi | Account Executive Aitan Levy | Account Executive Editorial Board Brian Paco Alvarez Mauricia Baca Durette Candito Lisa Chasteen Kendall Hardin Charlene Herst Nancy Higgins LuAnn Kutch Dawn Labonte Rob McCoy Julie Murray Stephanie Pierotti Contributing Writers Chris Cutler Jesse Davis Hektor Esparza Kay Foley

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CONTRIBUTORS

Chris Cutler holds an MFA in creative writing from Murray State University (KY) which is appropriate since she loves to write.

She believes everyone has a story to tell and founded The Las Vegas Memoir Project to help people write their stories.

When she’s not traveling, Chris teaches at IADT and through DEO at UNLV.

Kay Foley a long-time resident of southern Nevada, has been a freelance writer and editor for more than 30 years. She is passionate about Las Vegas history, murder mysteries, and proofreading.

Barbara Miller is a writer, editor, teacher and lover of words in poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. She came to Nevada from New York 14 years ago, trading the canyons of Manhattan for the mountains of Las Vegas. Here she continues to write, edit, and teach, and to explore all the beauty the Southwest has to offer.

Temple Kinyon moved to Las Vegas 11 years ago after enjoying life in rural Idaho. Embracing the diverse setting Las Vegas offered, she settled into her freelance writing life, pursuing both fiction and non-fiction. When she’s not writing, Temple creates with paper, paint, fabric and ink, and adores adventures with her husband and two ferociously funny bulldogs.

Lea Lumba is a copywriter in constant search for any form of creativity that life has to offer. She enjoys museums, wine tastings, crafts, and she is a selfdescribed fashionista and gastronome who subscribes to the motto “Never stop learning.”

Jesse Davis is a proud father to one classical pianist, one teen socialite, and one teen soccer talent.

A globetrotting, nationally accredited PR executive by trade, Jesse prefers to be at home with his kids in Summerlin.

Hektor Esparza believes in the power of culture and community. He has spent the more than a decade expanding upon these subjects as a freelance writer, editor of a food magazine, and former managing editor of BLVDS LV magazine. He currently creates programming for the nonprofit Push Forward, and The LGBTQ Center.

Kira Weisz is a Las Vegasbased photographer. She enjoys studio, fashion, portrait and landscape photography. Her photography has been showcased at Life is Beautiful and LVA galleries.

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THE Downtowns ISSUE LAS VEGAS

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Community. History. Walkability.

Welcome to Downtown Las Vegas Community, convenience, and close proximity attract businesses and residents to Downtown Vegas.

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Art Galleries Theatre Listings Events Calendar

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Sentimental Journey: El Cortez Still Going Strong Las Vegas’s first resort is still going strong almost 75 years after opening.

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Rachel’s Kitchen Feeds More Than Hunger Rachel’s Kitchen has a passion for Downtown Las Vegas and for helping the patients, their families, and staff at the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health.

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Growing Into Downtown North Las Vegas Motivation and timing combine to create opportunity for North Las Vegas to redefine its downtown.

BOULDER CITY

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Boulder City: Small-town USA Shines South of Las Vegas This small city south of Las Vegas prides itself on being more than Hoover Dam.

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IMHO The first female mayor of Las Vegas fervently believes in the importance of downtowns.

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HENDERSON

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Just Add Water (Street) Historic downtown Henderson is a blast from the past that offers lots of family fun today.

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Southern Nevada Strong Downtown Las Vegas is not alone in planning for the future.

SUMMERLIN

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Downtown Summerlin: Everything is Waiting For You The valley’s newest “downtown” aims to offer something for everyone.

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DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS

COMMUNITY, HISTORY, WALKABILITY.

WELCOME TO DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS Downtown: The Neighborhoods Ask residents what they like most about living in and around downtown Las Vegas, and chances are they will say something about community, convenience, proximity. Depending on exactly where one resides in the downtown area, most amenities are within walking distance or a very short drive.

“From bricklayers to prop-makers, musicians and writers, bartenders to trendsetters, the retired and the

Cat sculpture by local artist Jesse Smigel.

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ridiculous, we are all here, and we look out for one another,” says artist and longtime downtown area resident Jesse Smigel.

After seeing the gigantic cat head sculpture Smigel created as public art in the nearby 18b Arts District, one might be inclined to place Smigel in the ridiculous category.

But that classification would be too simple. Smigel, like the greater collection of neighborhoods that these smaller enclaves surrounding downtown make up, is multifaceted. Besides being a working professional artist, he owns a home in the John S. Park neighborhood and operates a small business.

Huntridge Circle Park

“I like that my neighbors are creating new neighborhood events and traditions. The neighborhood’s proximity to entertainment, arts and culture downtown is also a plus.” ­— Melissa Clary On the east side of Las Vegas Boulevard and south of downtown, some of the buildings date back to the 1930s. Most of the homes, however, were built in the 50s and 60s. The abodes here range from quaint two-bedroom cottages to five-bedroom homes and larger estates.

Architectural styles include Ranch, Traditional Minimal, Mid-Century Modern. Surrounding John S. Park are the Marycrest, Southridge, and Huntridge neighborhoods. North of Charleston Boulevard and directly east of downtown is Las Vegas High School Historic District.

Maryland Parkway, one of the oldest streets in the Vegas Valley, divides these

neighborhoods east from west. Each named neighborhood is within walking distance of the historic Huntridge Theater and the adjacent Huntridge Circle Park. The modest park literally sits in the middle of Maryland Parkway and serves as a frequent gathering spot for seasonal celebrations, evening movie screenings and other cultural and civic events.

The park is also something of a magnet for the area’s homeless population. Fortunately for them, another notable area resident is Merideth Spriggs. The San Diego transplant is leading the newly formed Caridad, a homeless advocacy organization which helps connect homeless clients to the services they need and trains volunteers to efficiently conduct outreach. For Spriggs, living in the area presents access to clients, community and amenities.

As she says, “I love the convenience of living downtown. I’m walking or biking distance to everything. Downtown is friendly and feels like a small town. Folks are kind and generally willing to help out if you need them.”

Another area resident, Graham Kahr, agrees, “Downtown is full of some of the most community-minded people I have ever met.

Neighbors work together naturally to impact change in a way I’ve never seen anywhere else.

Huntridge Neighborhood Association President Melissa Clary adds, “I like that my neighbors are creating new neighborhood events and traditions. The neighborhood’s proximity to entertainment, arts, and culture downtown is also a plus.”

Huntridge Circle Park

The Journey Begins A few blocks north of Charleston Boulevard on Maryland Parkway, not far from the Huntridge Theater, the street splits into two, one-way streets which curve around the Gay & Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada. The Center, as it is more commonly known, provides services and meeting space for the LGBTQ community and low-to-moderate income area residents. Cory Burgess, The Center’s marketing director says, “Living in the Huntridge neighborhood is awesome because it’s a four-minute drive to work, plus the downtown area has several restaurants we love: MTO, EAT, DuPar’s and Carson Kitchen.

After living for several years, basically in the suburbs, the downtown area gives me that big city feeling I was missing.”

A stone’s throw northwest of The Center is The Bunkhouse, a music venue purchased and renovated by the Downtown Project. Thus far, its superlative track record for bringing in top notch, nonmainstream performers at affordable ticket prices has earned it the respect of devoted live music fans.

“I love living downtown for its extreme architecture, constant change, dining, music, people, and visual and performing arts,” says realtor and avid cultural consumer, “Downtown Steve” Franklin. The Bunkhouse is technically on 11th Street, but it’s close enough to Fremont Street to be considered part of the area’s liveliness and charm.

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DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS Across Fremont and a few steps west is the recently opened Writer’s Block book store. Larger than its modest storefront windows suggest, the bookstore is a well-appointed bibliophile’s heaven. From mainstream to esoteric titles—and a delightful array of book-related bobbles— this Writer’s Block brings an additional air of smart and cool to Fremont Street.

Cruising farther west on Fremont, we see the fire-emitting antennae of the enormous grasshopper guarding the shops of kid-friendly Container Park.

Katy corner from there is the coffee house, cultural hub, and gallery spaces of The Beat and Emergency Arts. Also on Fremont are unique venues like Insert Coin(s), The Griffin, and Downtown Cocktail Room which collectively provide an endless flow of beer, wine and spirits.

These, along with a wide range of restaurants, are anchored by Inspire on the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Fremont. Inspire is a restaurant, theater and bar.

With a movie theater yet to arrive downtown, Inspire began hosting

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“Boozy Movie Night” every Wednesday.

Representing the venue, Krystal Ramirez says the events have been wildly successful. “We’ve had such a huge variety of people from all over Las Vegas. For The Big Lebowski, we had a ton of fans come out dressed in robes and ordering White Russians.

For Heathers and Fight Club, we got a lot of people who had never seen the movies and thought this the perfect opportunity not only to watch it for the fi rst time but also to enjoy it on a big screen with surround sound.”

To the 18b and beyond Walking west, past the Slotzilla zip line attraction and through The Fremont Street Experience, you will eventually come to Main Street. Once outside the gravitational pull of downtown’s casinos, heading south on Main will take you to City Hall with its dazzling shimmering glass exterior and exquisitely designed interior complemented by well-curated art exhibit spaces. A few blocks farther south lands you at the doors of the

recently transformed El Sombrero Mexican Bistro, Cowtown Guitars, and Exile On Main Street boutique.

As you approach Charleston Boulevard you have arrived at the 18b Arts District. Here, the Art Square and Arts Factory complexes are the unmistakable anchors of the 18b. Arts Square houses venues such as Brett Wesley Gallery (@Art Square), Freddie Ramon Gallery, Josephine Skaught Salon, Artifice Bar & Lounge, Unhinged: Indie Art & Fashion, Art Square Theater. The Arts Factory is home to Bar + Bistro, Hillary Hair Salon, Sin City Gallery, Blue Sky Yoga, Let It Roll skateboard shop, Jawa Studios, Pen Dragon Studios, and many other shops, studios and galleries.

South on Main Street, cocktail, retail, and dining destinations abound. Makers & Finders Urban Coffee Bar offers “Latin Comfort Food,” and a creatively progressive beverage menu with items like Tamarind Tea Latte, Lavender Infused Latte, and Mexican Spice Latte. For equally impressive cocktail concoctions, The Velveteen Rabbit features craft,

El Sombrero Mexican Bistro on Main Street

seasonal cocktails in an upscale bohemian environment. For unique, fun and affordable retail experiences, try Amberjoy’s Vintage Closet, Medusa’s Antiques, or Martin’s Mart Thrift Store.

Coming Home From Main, a 15-minute walk eastbound on Charleston Boulevard will have you coming full circle and arriving at The Huntridge Tavern, a fine spot to finish any day off with a straightforward cocktail and a working man’s beer. Located in a humble shopping center across Maryland Parkway from The Huntridge Theater, this is decidedly not an upscale lounge.

Rather, it is a genuine neighborhood bar with authenticity to spare.

Get your vintage on at Buffalo Exchange.

Cocktail and good times at Velveteen Rabbit

Chic decor at Patina on Main Street

Urban coffee at its finest on Main Street

As Jesse Smigel says, “The entire downtown community is a strange mash up of friendly characters... and this can be most profoundly discovered at any time of day at the HT.”

Exile with vintage rocker clothes on Main Street.

Art Square has food, theatre, boutique shops, a wonderful hair salon, and, of course, art.

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DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS

LET IT ROLL

Since opening in 2010, Let It Roll has worked to keep the skate culture alive.

The small-business atmosphere downtown drew them to the Arts Factory last year. Despite a smaller store, they still provide their customers with an authentic skate shop experience. | letitrollskateboarding.com

LAS VEGAS ACADEMY

Built in 1930, the Las Vegas Academy buildings are among the only examples of Art Deco architecture in the city. Originally Las Vegas High School, it was the first high school in Las Vegas. The original academic and gym buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. | lasvegasacademy.net

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THE WRITER’S BLOCK

The Writer’s Block is a small, independent bookstore, publisher, and literacy educator. In addition to selling books, the Writer’s Block plans to offer workshops in writing and, possibly, bookmaking. Using the Espresso Book Machine, authors can publish their own books. | thewritersblock.org

THE BRONZE CAFE

The Bronze Café offers made-from-scratch delicious and healthy food at The Center downtown. Offering American fare with vegetarian, vegan, and glutenfree choices, the café is raising vegetables in a test garden a few blocks from the restaurant. | facebook.com/bronzecafelv

WHAT ARE YOU AFRAID OF? Why do our hearts race, our knees shake, and our bodies sweat when we are scared? Goose Bumps! The Science of Fear explores this universal emotion. Through fun, interactive challenges, visitors can experience and learn about fear in a safe environment.

January 31 - May 3 Media Sponsor:

DiscoveryKidsLV.org 702.382.3445 This project was supported, in part, by the Informal Science Education program of the National Science Foundation under grant ESI-0515470.

DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS

ART GALLERIES AROUND TOWN ART SQUARE 1017-1025 First Street artsquarelv.com Galleries include: BRETT WESLEY GALLERY Suite 150 | 702.433.4433 brettwesleygallery.com LAS VEGAS CAMERA CLUB Suite 185 | 702.281.7810 lasvegascameraclub.com NEVADA HUMANITIES Suite 190 | 702.800.4670 nevadahumanities.org PARK ART GALLERY Suite 130 | nanhyopark.com UNHINGED Suite 155 | unhingedlv.com ARTS FACTORY 107 East Charleston Blvd. theartsfactory.com Galleries include: 8 MARTINIS GALLERY Suite 205 | 8martinis.com 303 NORTH STUDIO Suite 115 | facebook. com/303NorthStudio CRICKET STUDIO & FACEUP GALLERY Suite 210 | cricketstudio.com HAPPY PANDA TOYS Suite 120B | 702.516.3432 happypandatoys.com HIPTAZMIC STUDIO Suite 105C facebook.com/Hiptazmic JAIKOWSKI STUDIOS Suite 115 jaikowskistudios.com JANA’S REDROOM Suite 135 | janasredroom.com

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JERRY MISKO Suite 220 | jerrymisko.com JOSEPH WATSON COLLECTION Suite 115 josephwatsoncollection.com PEACENART STUDIO Suite 230 R SPACE Suite 125 SIN CITY GALLERY Suite 100 | sincitygallery.com

EMERGENCY ARTS 520 Fremont St. 702.686.3164 emergencyartslv.com Galleries include: 6 GALLERY DIFFERENT STROKES GALLERY RHIZOME GALLERY SATELLITE CONTEMPORARY SPACE 164 GALLERY V3 ARTS

Q WANG GALLERY Suite 105A | q-wang.com BLACKBIRD STUDIOS 1551 S. Commerce St. 702.782.0319 blackbirdstudioslv.com B SIDE GALLERY BLVDS HOUSE 509 S. 7th Street 702.386.6065 | blvdslv.com CITY OF THE WORLD GALLERY 1229 Casino Center Blvd.

702.523.5306 cityoftheworld.org CLARK COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER ROTUNDA 500 Grand Central Pkwy.

702.455.7030 CLAY ARTS VEGAS 1511 South Main St. 702.375.4147 clayartsvegas.com COB4LT BLU3 STUDIO GALLERY 1400 S. 3rd St. 702.771.0032 | cob4ltblu3.com CORNERSTONE ART GALLERY 201 East Colorado St. 702.238.5894

GAINSBURG STUDIO 1533 W. Oakey Blvd.

702.249.3200 gainsburgstudio.com THE HIGH POINTS 707 Fremont St. #2240 thehighpoints.com LEFT OF CENTER GALLERY 2207 West Gowan Rd. 702.712.1708 leftofcenterart.org LIL’ ART BODEGA 707 Fremont St. #2230 702.647.7378 | lilartbodega.com MICHELLE C. QUINN FINE ART ADVISORY 620 South 7th St. 702.366.9339 | mcqfineart.com PHOTO BANG BANG 224 E. Imperial Ave. 702.527.2264 photobangbang.com PORARY ART 900 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

702.769.6036 R. CLINE ARTS 8 E Charleston Blvd.

702.577.8627 facebook.com/r.clinearts SOUTHERN NEVADA CENTER FOR THE ARTS 1310 South 3rd St. 702.888.3400

SOUTHERN NEVADA MUSEUM OF FINE ART 450 Fremont St., Suite 280 382.2926 | snmfa.com THE ARTISTIC ARMORY 5087 S. Arville St. 702.574.9005 theartisticarmory.com WASTELAND GALLERY 1800 Industrial Rd. #104A wastelandgallery.com

AROUND TOWN ARTCETERA Downtown Summerlin 702-838-0942 ART ENCOUNTER 3500 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

702.733.2000 ARTISTICLIFESTYLES 2758 S. Highland Dr., Suite B 754.3355 BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART 3600 Las Vegas Blvd.

702.693.7871 CITY CENTER FINE ART COLLECTION 3730 S Las Vegas Blvd.

702.590.7111 DONNA BEAM FINE ART GALLERY 4505 South Maryland Pky 702.895.3893 KUSH FINE ART GALLERY 3500 Las Vegas Blvd S. # G27 702.650.3444 MARTIN LAWRENCE GALLERIES 3500 Las Vegas Boulevard 702.991.5990 P3 STUDIO 3708 Las Vegas Blvd S. 702.698.7000

THEATRES ART SQUARE THEATRE 1025 S. First St. #110, Las Vegas 702.818.3422 artsquaretheatrelv.com BAOBAB THEATRE 6605 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas 702.269.5000 baobabstage.com COCKROACH THEATRE 1025 S. First St. #110, Las Vegas 702.743.3839 cockroachtheatre.com CSN PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. 702.651.5483 csn.edu

RAINBOW THEATRE COMPANY 800 S. Brush St., Las Vegas 702.229.6553 rainbowcompany.org THE LAS VEGAS SHAKESPEARE COMPANY 821 Las Vegas Blvd N., Las Vegas 702.229.6211 lvshakespeare.org THE SMITH CENTER 361 Symphony Park Ave., Las Vegas 702.930.8113 thesmithcenter.com SUMMERLIN LIBRARY & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 1771 Inner Circle Dr., Las Vegas 702.507.3860 lvccld.org

FAITH LUTHERAN THEATRE COMPANY 2015 S Hualapai Way, Las Vegas 702.804.4400 faithlutheranlv.org

SUPER SUMMER THEATRE Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Highway 159, Blue Diamond 702.736.4744 supersummertheatre.org

LAS VEGAS ACADEMY THEATRE 315 S. 7th St. , Las Vegas 702.799.7800 lasvegasacademy.net

THEATRE IN THE VALLEY 200 S. Water St., Henderson 702.558.7275 theatreinthevalley.org

LAS VEGAS LITTLE THEATRE 3920 Schiff Dr., Las Vegas 702.362.7996 lvlt.org

THE INSPIRE THEATRE 501 Fremont St., Las Vegas Las Vegas, NV 89101 702.910.2388 inspirelasvegas.com

NEVADA BALLET THEATRE 1651 Inner Circle, Las Vegas 702.243.2623 nevadaballet.com NEVADA CONSERVAOTRY THEATRE 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas 702.895.3011 unlv.edu/nct ONYX THEATRE 953 East Sahara Ave, Suite 16B, Las Vegas 702.732.7225 onyxtheatre.com

UNLV PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 4505 Maryland Pkwy., Las Vegas 702.895.2787 unlv.edu/pac

DOWNTOWN

2035

Downtown Las Vegas is, of course, a small fraction of and exudes more of a small-town feel than the rest of the Las Vegas Valley. That doesn’t, however, prevent area leaders from encouraging economic development. Looking ahead, the City of Las Vegas commissioned a study to determine the opportunities and challenges of the area.

International planning and design firm, RTKL, inaugurated the Downtown 2035 project by holding meetings and discussions with downtown business owners, residents, casino executives, and city staff. Participants considered quality of life, transportation, crime, art and culture, and available social services.

It is interesting to note that only 0.2 percent of Downtown Las Vegas is green space (parks or gardens). More than 10 percent of the area’s 2361 acres is vacant, and more than 25 percent of available housing sits empty. Residents and area workers pointed out that they feel these are detrimental to both the quality of life for urban dwellers and to the economic development in the area.

Downtown 2035’s strives to improve the livability, economic development, transportation, and cultural opportunities for Las Vegas’s urban core. After all, 2035 is only 20 years away.

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EVENTS

DO SOMETHING

DIFFERENT Explore the sights and sounds of our great city!

Ethnic Express International Folk Dancing March 11 Charleston Heights Arts Center ethnicexpresslasvegas.org

The Food Chain March 19 - April 4 Onyx Theatre onyxtheatre.com

Jake Shimabukuro March 20 The Smith Center thesmithcenter.com

ONGOING

Downtown Cultural Series

Allegro Guitar Series: Montreal Guitar Trio (MG3) The Downtown 3rd Farmers Market Every Friday 9AM – 3PM Downtown3rdfarmersmarket.com

Fresh 52 Farmers & Artisan Market at Tivoli Village Every Sunday 9AM – 2PM

March 13 Las Vegas Little Theatre Fischer Black Box lvlt.org

Spring Chamber Concert March 8 College of Southern Nevada Department of Fine Arts csn.edu/pac

Momix Alchemia March 10 The Smith Center thesmithcenter.com

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Brave Walk for Wishes Walk & 5K Run March 21 Down Las Vegas Blvd. walkforwishessnv.kintera.org

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Open Daily Nevada SPCA nevadaspca.org

MARCH 2015

APRIL 2015

Eastern Standard

Pet Adoptions

Through May 3 The Springs Preserve springspreserve.org

March 23 & 24 Las Vegas Little Theatre LVLT Studio lvlt.org

March 12 Lee and Thomas Beam Music Center unlv.edu/pac

At Sansone Park Place Every Sunday 9AM – 2PM Fresh52.com

Chocolate: The Exhibition

Concert – Crystal Trio March 20 Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse Jury Room

Journey of a Bombshell

April 2 The Smith Center thesmithcenter.com

First Friday April 3 Downtown Las Vegas firstfridaylasvegas.com

March 21 Sunset Park 5Krundead.com

Jason Mraz and Raning Jane March 14 The Chelsea inside the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas cosmopolitanlasvegas.com

The Visual Art of Kamora Jones: Socratys March 14 Gallery Opening City of the World Gallery cityoftheworldlasvegas.org

Music with the Classic Touch: Orchestra Futura March 15 Clark County Library Main Theatre

19th Annual Wag-A-Tail Walk-A-Thon March 22 Centennial Hills Park lvvhumane.org

Incognito April 2 – April 26 Sin City Gallery sincitygallery.com

Clean Bandit

My Friend, The Fox

April 10 Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas vegas.brooklynbowl.com

April 23 – May 2 Lowden Theatre for Performing Arts lasvegasacademy.net

Allegro Guitar Series: Brasil Guitar Duo April 15 Lee and Thomas Beam Music Center unlv.edu/pac

Ivy + Bean The Musical

Mr. Popper’s Penguins

April 15 The Smith Center thesmithcenter.com

April 24, 25, 26 & May 1, 2, 3 Rainbow Company rainbowcompany.org

Ramsey Lewis Trio

Mr. Burns; A Post-Electric Play

April 17 The Smith Center thesmithcenter.com

April 24 – May 10 Cockroach Theatre cockroachtheatre.com

Splashdown for Kids April 25 Wet ‘n’ Wild cisnevada.org

Journey April 29 – May 16 The Joint inside Hard Rock Hotel & Casino hardrockhotel.com

Chris Tomlin April 17 Henderson Pavilion cityofhenderson.com

Bruce Hornsby April 18 The Smith Center thesmithcenter.com

Tour De Summerlin Downtown Summerlin April 18 tourdesummerlin.com

MAY 2015 First Friday May 1 Downtown Las Vegas firstfridaylasvegas.com

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DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS

A SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY DOWN FREMONT STREET:

THE EL CORTEZ Recently, my husband Bob took me on a sentimental journey down Fremont Street. He wanted to show me what Las Vegas was like in 1955 when his family moved here from New York. At that time, Las Vegas was a small city set in a barren desert valley circled by surprisingly beautiful mountains. Fremont Street was the downtown heart of the city, while Highway 91 (now known as “The Strip”) headed south flanked by seven newly built casino resorts. The first luxury casino resort, The Flamingo, had opened in 1946. Before that its creator, Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel (along with Meyer Lansky and a couple of their buddies), had owned the El Cortez, the first hotel casino on Fremont Street. By 1955, despite its small population (35,000), Las Vegas was hosting eight million visitors, who came to party and play downtown and on The Strip.

The Historic El Cortez Built in 1941, the El Cortez sits on Fremont and 6th Street and is the oldest continuously operated hotel casino in Las Vegas. Two years ago, it was placed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. The El Cortez is famous for its Spanish Colonial Revival facade and its original 1940s neon sign perched high above the building.

The El Cortez has retained the feeling of its small town origins, reflected in the warm welcome of its staff. As we waited for our lunch to arrive, Bob described how the coffee shop had looked in the

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1950s when his family ate there. They could enter directly from Fremont Street without walking through the gaming area—which worked well for families with children. In those days, the coffee shop’s décor was light and airy with big windows looking out on the street.

While the hotel has renovated its interior several times over the years, you can still experience some of its historic flavor by viewing the photos of years past lining the hallways. Today, the El Cortez has expanded from its original

59 hotel rooms to a total of 364 rooms in its 15-floor tower addition and other adjoining buildings. Guests may choose from a variety of room styles—vintage rooms, jacuzzi rooms, and cabana suites.

Bob and I thought it might be fun to plan a “staycation” in a vintage room to continue our sentimental journey.

After lunch, we headed down Fremont to 4th Street and our next stop, Trader Bill’s, where Bob promised to tell me more stories about what life was like in Las Vegas during the 1950s.

RACHEL’S KITCHEN

FEEDS MORE THAN HUNGER Prior to May, 2014, the staff, patients, and families who frequented The Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health had to go off-campus to enjoy healthy, fresh food options offered

by Rachel’s Kitchen. Enter Kathy Wilson and Caron Richardson, owners of the Rachel’s Kitchen on the corner of Ogden and Las Vegas Boulevard.

When Cleveland Clinic approached them about opening a franchise on the health center’s campus, the two were immediately on board. Kathy, whose father passed while suffering from Alzheimer’s Disease some years ago, knew

the stresses faced by everyone involved in the care of patients with brain problems.

“Even though my father had not been a patient there, I’ve always admired and been in tune with what they do at the clinic,” she says. “We wanted to help in any way that we could.”

Kathy and Caron wanted team members who had the patience and tenderness to work with the special patients, so they handpicked the two women who work at the clinic location. “Iris and Cynthia have just the right personalities to be frontand-center at the clinic.,” she continued.

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Henderson DOWNTOWN

DOWNTOWN HENDERSON

1953 JUST ADD WATER (STREET) incorporated

Henderson’s Water Street District Brings the Past to Life.

Written by Kay Foley

he city of Henderson is all about re-invention, re-imagining, and redevelopment. Starting out as a small town built around an industrial plant, it today sprawls across more than 105 square miles, from the M Resort in the west to Lake Las Vegas in the east. Although more than 277,000 people now call Henderson home, many of them have never even visited downtown Henderson, the place where it all started.

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At the heart of the Henderson story is the Water Street District which began as the city’s original “Main Street” back in the 1940s. During World War II, the Basic Magnesium Plant was built in the desert between Boulder City and Las Vegas to supply metal needed for munitions and airplane parts. A small town grew up to house and supply the plant’s 14,000 employees, but when the war ended, the town almost ended, too. In 1947, the federal government planned to sell the entire town as war surplus property. However, the Nevada Legislature wasn’t ready to give up on Henderson and managed to save it. The scrappy little town that refused to die was incorporated in 1953 with 13-square miles of land and about 7,400 residents.

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As late as the 1970s, getting to Henderson from Las Vegas required a long drive down Boulder Highway.

With the development of Green Valley, beginning in 1978, and the extension of Highway 95 in the 1980s, the two cities gradually grew closer together.

Although a line on the map today separates Las Vegas and Henderson in many places, Henderson has always maintained an independent identity.

Nowhere is this more evident than on Water Street, which has clung to its small town roots through good times and bad. The City of Henderson Redevelopment Agency established the Water Street District to breathe life back into an area of empty storefronts and vacant lots along the once-bustling main street. Rather than give in to the trend toward big-box stores and cookie-cutter franchises, the

city elected to maintain the historic character of the district. It provides grants and loans to help new businesses get started and assist existing businesses that want to remodel and expand. The Water Street District is now home to a myriad of momand-pop businesses that include art galleries, gift shops, a bakery, cafes, and locals casinos.

To attract more visitors to downtown, Henderson sponsors a variety of special events, including the St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Parade in March, the Henderson Heritage Parade and Festival in April, and the Super Run Classic Car Show in September. Every week there’s some reason to visit downtown, whether it’s a family bicycle rally, an art festival, or the Henderson Farmers Market held each Thursday. And that’s not counting all the special events and

meetings held at the Henderson Events Plaza & Henderson Convention Center.

Walk down Water Street on a quiet afternoon, and it’s easy to imagine yourself back in the 1960s. The business owners I recently spoke with share the same spirit of re-invention as their city. Flemming Pedersen, the owner of Chef Flemming’s BakeShop on Water Street, moved to Henderson in 1980 to work as an executive pastry chef for several local casinos. When he and his wife Cheré decided to open their own bakery in 2008, they chose downtown Henderson because of its potential for growth. Although the shop opened just as the recession was hitting southern Nevada, it has managed to survive due to its growing reputation for special-occasion cakes, as well as Danish pastries and other goodies baked fresh on the premises.

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DOWNTOWN HENDERSON The Purple Monkey on Water Street features handcrafted jewelry and gifts created by local artists and sold on consignment. Like Chef Flemming, owners Linda Martin and Linda Lamb decided to become entrepreneurs after being employees for many years. “It’s so fulfilling to be in the middle between people who create art and people who love it,” said Linda Martin, who moved from the East Coast to Henderson five years ago. “When I was looking for a store location, I was immediately drawn to Water Street.

It’s the last of the small-town streets in the valley, except for Boulder City.” The women also own the shop next door— The Shabby Sheep—which sells furniture, antiques and collectables. Many of the items in their shops are recycled or re-imagined, such as drinking glasses made from liquor bottles, vintage furniture painted in bright polka dots, and birdhouses constructed of found materials.

A favorite locals hangout on Water Street is the Gold Mine Tavern, which was a gritty biker bar for many years after its establishment in 1965. In keeping with downtown’s spirit of reinvention, it has transformed itself into a friendly neighborhood hangout Manager Stacy DeMarco likens to the bar in Cheers. When I visited, people painting canvases supplied by the Paint and Party Company filled the bar and patio. That’s just one of the many creative marketing ideas

Chere and Flemming Pedersen at Chef Flemming’s Bake Shop.

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DeMarco and her staff have developed to bring in business.

Others include live music, poker runs, bachelor parties, and Cigars Under the Stars. Born and raised in Las Vegas, DeMarco calls Water Street “Southern Nevada’s Mayberry Street.”

Tim Brooks has been the president of the Water Street District Business Association since 2011, and is so bullish on the city that in July he’ll become the chairman of the Henderson Chamber of Commerce. Brooks and his brother, Michael, own the Emerald Island Casino, billed as “Nevada’s only all-penny casino” because every slot machine takes only pennies. The property had been vacant for three years when the brothers decided to take the plunge in 2003 and open Emerald Island to serve Henderson locals.

They succeeded where the previous owners failed, and the property has undergone three expansions since then. Brooks said it operates the only 24-hour restaurant in downtown Henderson and brings in faithful customers from as far away from Summerlin.

An important part of downtown Henderson’s redevelopment is its commitment to the arts. Each year on Mother’s Day weekend, the city hosts the two-day Art Festival of Henderson. Downtown is also home to two art galleries, Elayne La Porta Fine Art and City Lights Gallery. Founded

Ed Kline, watercolor artist at City Lights Art Gallery.

in 2003, City Lights is an artists’ cooperative that displays works by local artists, offers art classes, funds mini-grants to local teachers, and gives scholarships to art students.

While it’s designed to serve Henderson residents, it also hosts two juried art shows a year open to anyone in southern Nevada. Ed Klein, Shows Director at City Lights, also teaches watercolor classes at the gallery. He explained that the coop’s members are committed to the principle that art brings added quality to a community and its residents.

According to Michelle Romero, redevelopment manager for the Henderson Redevelopment Agency, several new downtown projects are in the works. Construction will begin his summer on a 6,000-square-foot microbrewery called the Lovelady Brewing Company. Groundbreaking will begin soon for Southend on Water, a two-story, mixed-use building with office, residential, and retail space fronting on Water Street. Tin Pan Flats, still in the planning stages, would offer apartments, eating venues, and a bicycle hub.

Downtown Henderson has a lot to offer southern Nevada families looking for a getaway that’s close by, but feels like a trip to another time and place. Check out the city’s calendar of events and attend a lively street festival, or just set your calendar back to the 1960s and take a leisurely stroll down Water Street.

Stacy DeMarco on the patio at the Gold Mine Tavern.

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Linda Martin and Linda Lamb at the Purple Monkey.

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DOWNTOWN HENDERSON

SOUTHERN NEVADA

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In January, the Southern Nevada Regional Planning Commission (SNRPC) approved a resolution that supports the first federally recognized regional plan for Southern Nevada— Southern Nevada Strong (SNS). The designation allows area communities—North Las Vegas and Henderson among them— to be more competitive when applying for federal funding and reinvestment opportunities. The City of North Las Vegas recently received a Choice Neighborhoods Grant from HUD while other area towns are applying for a variety of grants.

“Adoption of the SNS Regional Plan is the direct result of a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Southern Nevada including a $5 million regional investment and unprecedented community outreach and engagement,” said SNS Consortium Committee Chair and Henderson City Councilwoman Debra March. SNS will provide not only jobs but also a wide range of affordable housing options throughout the area.

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Downtown Las Vegas is not alone in planning for the future.

The plan will set goals and objectives for land use, housing, transportation, education, economic development, and the environment.

SNS Project Director and City of Henderson Director of Community Development & Services Stephanie GarciaVause said that Henderson is proud to lead and manage the effort in Southern Nevada. “The SNS Regional Plan better positions our community to compete and sets the stage for continued success.”

The SNS Regional partners include the SNRPC, RTC, City of Henderson, City of Las Vegas, Boulder City, UNLV, Clark County, Aouthern Nevada Regional Housing Authority, Southern Nevada Water Authority, Clark County School District, Southern Nevada Health District, and the Conservation District of Southern Nevada.

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Hosting dozens of vendors who farm both locally and In California, the Country Fresh Farmers Market takes place on Thursdays (Water Street) and Fridays (Green Valley Parkway). In addition to farm-fresh produce, vendors also offer fresh breads and pastries, salsa, tea, kettle corn, nuts, eggs, and more. | countryfreshfarmersmarket.com

SUPER RUN CLASSIC CAR SHOW

Henderson’s annual Super Run Car Show is open to all makes, models, and years of class vehicles—cars, trucks, motorcycles, muscle cars, street rods, and more. This year’s activities take place over four days in September and include a number of competitions, concessions, and live entertainment. Admission is free. | visithenderson.com

CHEF FLEMMING’S BAKE SHOP

Born in Denmark, Flemming Pederson settled in Las Vegas more than 20 years ago and worked as executive pastry chef at the Golden Nugget for 16 of those. Chef Flemmings Bake Shop is a Europtean-style bakery that offers assorted breads, rolls, and sweets. The first Saturday of the month is Scandinavian Day. | chefflemmings.com

GOLD MINE TAVERN

For 50 years, the Gold Mine Tavern has been bringing the best live local bands to Downtown Henderson. Located in the historic Water Street District, the Gold Mine has Bike Night, Country Night, Rockabilly Night, and more. | thegoldminetavern.com

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Summerlin DOWNTOWN

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DOWNTOWN SUMMERLIN

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Summerlin’s downtown aims to become a destination for everyone.

Written by Lea Lumba or over five years, the steel outline of a building lay untouched on a plot of desert land off the intersection of West Sahara and the 215, the beginnings of a “retail destination” for the inhabitants of Summerlin and the Las Vegas Valley. As construction began, the economy took a turn and immediately halted all work. Thousands of people drove past the structure for years speculating if and when work on the project would resume. Enter the Howard Hughes Corporation.

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The initial designer envisioned the shopping center as an indoor mall. When the Hughes Corporation took over the project and looked at developing the land, they completely reimagined it as an outdoor property filled with a fashion, food, and fun.

Initially called “Shoppes at Summerlin,” the project’s name changed to “Downtown Summerlin” because developers wanted the property to be the center of the community. Vicki Rousseau, director of marketing for Downtown Summerlin, explained that as the project progressed, the name “Shoppes at Summerlin” simply did not fit anymore. “It’s more than a shopping center.

We envision this property to be a true ‘downtown,’ an urban core for Summerlin. It is meant to be a destination and, moreover, an experience.”

In keeping with this vision, the Hughes Corporation plans to add urban lifestyle communities, neighborhood parks, streetscapes, and pedestrian corridors.

Dorit Schwartz in partnership with St. Jude’s created this sculpture named “Celebration of Life” and different local artists painted each piece, like this piece by Jennifer Main.

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On October 9, 2014, Downtown Summerlin debuted with a grand ceremony—think fireworks, a light show, and live music. Not all of the stores and spaces are open for business, but walking the “downtown streets,” you’ll find a diverse collection of shopping, dining, and cultural experiences.

Downtown Summerlin has over 125 shops that sell everything from clothes and accessories to computers and teapots. Walk along the main street, and you’ll see stores you recognize (Dillard’s, Macy’s, Chico’s, Apple, to name a few) as well as those you may not know. Lindbergh, a Denmark-based men’s apparel store and café (Yes, clothes and coffee!), chose Downtown Summerlin as its first venture in the United States, as did b. young, another Danish company that features women’s fashions.

Some of the shops offer more than just buying opportunities. You can try your hand at baking artisan bread or the perfect risotto at Sur La Table. The Downtown Summerlin “all things kitchen” store features cooking classes in their state-of-the-art kitchen. The store offers nightly classes from Monday through Thursday, two classes on Fridays, and three classes on Saturdays and Sundays. If you’d rather learn how to apply mascara or how to use a certain beauty tool, the gals at Sephora teach a variety of complimentary classes on Saturday mornings.

Every downtown has to have a bakery, doesn’t it? Downtown Summerlin does! Wonderland Bakery transports you to a place of happy as soon as you enter its doors and step onto its one-ofa-kind, sparkly floor. With a “Welcome to Wonderland,” the staff

Celebration of Life sculptures enhance the walkways of Downtown Summerlin.

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DOWNTOWN SUMMERLIN greets you as you marvel at the cupcake train that circles the store, the cases filled with sweet treats that look almost too good to eat, and the four-foot flowing chocolate fountain.

For Chef Allyson Ames, owner and founder, the bakery is more than a place to create and sell sweets—it’s about bringing out the little kid in us. Sweets transcend generations and brings back warm memories. Allyson believes that for Wonderland to be a success, fostering relationships is key. Since the bakery opened on January 1 of this year, they already have some “downtown regulars” who come in and order their “usual.”

Another must-have in a downtown is the theater. The Regal Cinemas fit the bill, but unlike the old-time cinemas that offered buttered popcorn, candy, and soda to its patrons, the Downtown Summerlin 5 Cinema features dinner, a movie, and adult beverages with the latest flick. And, if the full bar (premium spirits, wines, and beers on tap) and decadent mac & cheese bites or a chicken sandwich on a buttery bun (with a side of waffle fries) don’t interest you, this theater offers reclining leather seating.

Wandering the streets of this downtown, you can’t help but notice the sculptures designed by local artist Dorit Schwartz. In partnership with St. Jude’s Research Hospital, Schwartz created

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the sculpture named “Celebration of Life,” and 10 different local artists specially painted each piece to reflect his/her own vision of celebrating life.

“WE ENVISION THIS PROPERTY TO BE A TRUE ‘DOWNTOWN,’ AN URBAN CORE FOR SUMMERLIN.” ~ VICKI ROUSSEAU There are a number of artistic water features in Downtown Summerlin. Fountains in front of Dillard’s and Macy’s add an artistic flare to the watery sculptures. The highlight of the dining arroyo (the patio surrounded by restaurants such as MTO Café, California Pizza Kitchen, and Crave) are the two-story waterfall and “lake” into which the water spills. The arroyo offers benches and seating for visitors to sit, relax, and enjoy their time downtown.

Speaking of restaurants, foodies can rejoice. Downtown Summerlin offers everything from Asian to Italian and ice cream to pretzels.

There are a lot of firsts in the restaurant offerings, too. Offering a

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mix of Japanese, Chinese, and traditional Taiwanese cuisine in the form of noodles and dumplings, Rice Republic has the first dim sum cart in Summerlin. California Pizza Kitchen introduced its new concept in its downtown location. Puck’s Bar is Puck’s first off-Strip restaurant, and Australian restaurant franchises Gelato Messina and Ribs and Burgers will open their first US stores in Downtown Summerlin later this year.

Downtown Summerlin already has plans to make itself the true downtown of the area. Ideas are already in the works to develop the 200 acres to its east which, according to proposals, will include an amphitheater, residences and a park. It’s all part of Downtown Summerlin’s strategy to continuously evolve and anticipate its community’s wants and needs, eventually transitioning itself into an urban core where one can truly live, work, and play.

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DOWNTOWN SUMMERLIN

WONDERLAND BAKERY

Wonderland Bakery offers a variety of delicious desserts and whimsical products. In addition, Wonderland hosts all manner of fun parties—birthday, shower, and more. Be sure to check out the huge chocolate fountain! | wonderlandbakery.com

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In a time when most photographers have started using digital cameras and technology, Bobby Wheat still photographs his subjects with an old 4X5 view camera and film. Check out Bobby’s gallery to see how the old technology really highlights the color, contrast, and movement in his images. | bobbywheat.com

North Las Vegas DOWNTOWN

Photography by Kira Weisz

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GROWING INTO DOWNTOWN

NORTH LAS VEGAS

With new leadership in place, North Las Vegas pushes forward to redefine its own downtown

Written by Temple Kinyon Photography by Kira Weisz riting an article featuring Downtown North Las Vegas sounded easy enough, and although I have lived here for 12 years, I admit Downtown North Las Vegas’s location has always somewhat stumped me. I know where city hall sits, but is that location officially Downtown North Las Vegas?

Where is downtown—that place to experience its diverse culture, stroll along the sidewalk, sip a cup of coffee, pay my water bill, and meet a friend for lunch? Does that place even exist? I set out on my quest, knowing there’s an official Downtown North Las Vegas but needing to hear it from the experts at city hall.

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My first stop was a small, unassuming building east of I-15 at 2212 East Cheyenne. I walked in, and a comforting smell and warmth enveloped me. Real Donuts has been baking its special recipes for 25 years. “We use a secret ingredient no one else does because of its cost,” Kevin, the manager, boasted. “Our donuts and Mexican bread are one-of-a-kind. People from all over ask if I can deliver or ship to them. For the record,” he smiled, “I can’t.”

I immediately ordered a maple bar and apple fritter. With the perfect amount of crunch and icing on the outside and a flavorful softness inside, there is something uniquely delectable about their donuts.

With its close proximity to city hall, I figured I could consider Real Donuts part of Downtown North Las Vegas? Regardless, it is the place for donuts.

Continuing on, I queried a few residents. “North Las Vegas doesn’t have a downtown,” Brett Nary, esthetician and Zumba instructor, answered. “There’s no location where you can do everything. A downtown needs city government buildings with family-oriented places to hang out, shop, eat, visit a park, or go to a movie theatre.”

She acknowledged the exceptional amenities North Las Vegas offers, including Somerset Academy on Losee where her daughter attends school, and Craig Ranch Municipal Park. “But, there’s no downtown.

We grew too fast and never worried about a central place for everyone to go.”

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Long-time resident Michelle Santiago agreed. “There’s no downtown in the traditional sense. Our downtown is Las Vegas’s downtown at Fremont Street.”

“She’s right,” said Elgin Simon, 12-year resident and retired Navy Signalman.

“When I think of downtown, it’s the area down by Fremont. We borrow theirs.”

Contemplating their opinions, I detoured and visited Left of Center Art Gallery and Studio on West Gowan Road. Downtowns must have an art gallery, right? The current exhibit by Lolita Develay left me awestruck especially when I learned she’s the first African-American woman to obtain a MFA degree from UNLV. The permanent African Art collection was stunning and illuminating. “Every piece has a story,” Marylou Parker, gallery director, explained. And those stories are remarkable

and in many cases, inspiring. Feeling fully immersed in the cultural and artistic community that founder, Vicki Richardson, cultivates in her gallery, I sat down with her, Marylou, and Denise Duarte, director of development.

“Is a downtown classification all that necessary as long as people know where they can gather, whether it’s a musical, art, or outdoor event? Art should be in every neighborhood, not just downtown,” Richardson articulated. “However, the area around city hall could become a central area to bring together different residents to create a sense of community.”

Duarte interjected, “I see downtown as a concept that served a purpose in early communities, centralized for the business district. Today, downtown is a state of mind and not necessarily a specific place.”

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I have to applaud Left of Center’s creating its own kind of “downtown” vibe. They serve the entire valley with a constant mission of making art accessible to all segments of the population. Richardson builds a sense of community at the studio, so maybe downtown is a state of mind.

Sitting in my car, I admited I was perplexed. Is Downtown North Las Vegas in little pockets all over the city’s 100 square miles, perhaps at Left of Center, Craig Ranch Regional Park, or Real Donuts?

Or is it an actual geographical location?

I suppose when Thomas L. Williams purchased 160 acres a mile north of Las Vegas in 1919, he probably wasn’t thinking of where he should put downtown.

According to KJ Evans in her February 7, 1999, Las Vegas Review-Journal article, Williams wanted ranches, agriculture, and

Left of Center Art Gallery—where artists work.

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DOWNTOWN SUMMERLIN a unique definition for his town. Unlike Las Vegas, church people would govern Williams’s town. After building his first home near the current location of Jerry’s Nugget on North Las Vegas Boulevard, he realized his dream.

In 1924, Williams built Oasis Auto Court in the same area, and it became a center of activity with amenities—a grocery store and community center among them—for residents. Upon the city’s incorporation in 1946, that central area was probably Downtown North Las Vegas, and perhaps that’s where it still is. Following a trail of breadcrumbs, I arrived at City Hall on Civic Center Drive to talk with three of Mayor John Lee’s talented team members and to learn the official answer once and for all.

“Downtown North Las Vegas technically runs off I-15 down Lake Mead to Civic Center, including city hall,” Ryann Juden, chief of staff, explained. “It’s a redevelopment corridor. The council and mayor are pushing for downtown to have its own identity by embracing our culture, which is highly Latino and military, and build something unique.

Mayor Lee has put emphasis on major renovation downtown. You’ll see entertainment, restaurants, shopping, and other large projects that’ll completely change the area.”

“A dialysis center will be opening a location here,” Director of Economic and Business Development Gina Gavan added.

Outlining the opportunity North Las Vegas faces, Gavan explained that by utilizing several grants, the city will develop transit options and infrastructure to create new streetscapes and connectivity with valley residents. “Very soon, you’ll see private development happening near city hall, and

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once we complete all the phases, we will have more than a $40 million investment.”

“DOWNTOWN NORTH LAS VEGAS HAS DEFINITELY TURNED AROUND. ITS BEST DAYS ARE AHEAD OF IT.” ~ RYANN JUDEN

“Downtown North Las Vegas needs to be a place people go to recreate, live, and work,” Mitch Fox, director of communications, emphasized. “Our diverse ethnicity is a powerful component and will definitely be a draw to Downtown North Las Vegas. It’ll be different than the other downtowns in the valley.” like Thomas Williams wanted.

I decided one more stop couldn’t hurt and drove the short distance to Jerry’s Nugget to experience Jerry’s Famous Coffee Shop.

My waitress, Mamie, advised me, “Your cheeseburger bun was made fresh today at Uncle Angelo’s, our in-house bakery.

So was your piece of cheesecake.” After consuming both, I knew what made the unassuming coffee shop world-famous.

The sense of community at places like Left of Center and Real Donuts energized me, but the plans of Mayor Lee and his team to develop the downtown excited me. The mayor, council, and private developers all possess the energy and desire to certainly see their vision come to fruition.

As Gavan said, “Essentially we’re making history. We get to redefine a community and how it grows. I guarantee people’s perceptions will definitely change about Downtown North Las Vegas.”

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elcome to Boulder City. Enjoy your visit. Now, go home.

Those common sentiments heard in this nearby desert community of about 16,000 permanent residents hint of a slight distaste for out-of-towners.

Unlike Las Vegas, Boulder City prides itself on its ability to repel growth and anything that hints of big city. In fact, with its current rate of expansion, along with some downright stingy development ordinances, it would take Boulder City more than 1,000 years to match the population of Vegas.

As Las Vegans, most of us have heard of Boulder City and probably noticed it through the car window as one of those little desert towns we pass through on the way to somewhere else. But, if you

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are among those who haven’t actually made the detour into this historic little gem, you’re missing a real treat.

The best place to start is Historic Downtown, just beyond the Highway 93 turnoff to Hoover Dam. The entrance is well marked by an impressive welcome archway that spans the width of the street and reads “Historic Downtown.” The art deco inspired design of the arch pays tribute to the town’s namesake and historic association with Hoover Dam (formerly Boulder Dam).

As you pass through the archway and continue down Nevada Way, you won’t find a stereotypical, bustling downtown area. If you’re not careful, you may just drive through without noticing you’ve arrived. But, your first clue is a handful of vintage signs that line the street, several of which would be right at home at the Neon Museum. The difference is that these signs are still in use. There’s

the flashing, multi-bulb Southwest Diner Restaurant sign just across from the old-fashioned Boulder Inn & Suites Hotel sign. Directly adjacent is the El Rancho Boulder Motel sign complete with a “NO Vacancy” indicator light, which probably came in handy for drive-up customers back in the pre-Internet booking days.

Continuing past the historic Department of Water and Power building (built in 1936), you’ll notice you’ve reached the heart of Old Downtown where the diagonal street parking begins. Parking is free here, and this is the best central location to begin your experience on foot.

Since everything is within a five-minute stroll, it’s possible to cover the entire Historic Downtown district on foot in little time.

But, if you appreciate a small town, “Main Street” setting with good food, public art, rich history, and plentiful antique shopping, you may want to set aside a few hours to get the full experience.

You really can’t make the trek to Historic Downtown Boulder City without seeing the Historic Boulder Dam Hotel and Restaurant.

Built in 1933, this famous landmark is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and also houses the volunteer-run Boulder City Art Guild’s Gallery and the Boulder Dam Museum.

Located on the second floor of the building, the museum interprets the fascinating history and origins of the city through authentic photography, artifacts, and a very friendly and knowledgeable team of local staff and volunteer historians. The art gallery features dozens of original works from more than 40 member artists.

A few more short steps down Arizona Street and you will find the Boulder Theatre building which also earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places. Amy and Desi Arnaz, Jr restored the cinema building (originally built in 1932) and converted it to a theater. Desi Jr. is the son of the famed comedic duo, Desi Arnaz and Lucile Ball, who co-starred as Ricky and Lucy Ricardo in the famous 1950s sitcom, “I Love Lucy.” Amy, who passed away in January, was a longstanding community figure who operated the Boulder City Ballet Company out of the theatre building for years.

Just beyond the historic theatre, visit the nearby Boulder Bowl, and you will feel like you’ve traveled back in time. Housed in a 1940s-era historic building, this classic, eight-lane bowling alley features design and interior elements of the original facility that include an old-fashioned ball return system.

Bill Smith volunteers at Back In Thyme Antiques.

The Historic Downtown experience is not complete until you have wandered into one of the many antique shops throughout the district. There are plenty to choose from offering a wide range of relics. At Back in Thyme Antiques, the 40s-50s era pedal car collection alone is worth the drive from Vegas.

“The antiques trade has grown to become a thriving culture here in Boulder City,” said Glena Dunn, owner of Back In Thyme Antiques, which is the longest running antique shop in Historic Downtown.

At Epic Artware, you can find quirky, one-of-a-kind products that turn vintage items into real furniture. Don’t be surprised to find a chair with an old bass guitar backrest or lamps made from antique typewriters and cameras. Some additional antiquing options in the immediate area include Antique Depot, The White Porch, Goatfeathers, Restoreologie, and Younique.

As small towns go, Historic Downtown Boulder City offers some truly fantastic options for eating. One of the most notable culinary highlights in Old Downtown is The World Famous Coffee Cup. And though it may not actually be “world famous,” the Coffee Cup has been featured on The Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.”

If you’re a fan of down-home cooking, visiting this family-ownedand -operated eatery is essential during your Old Downtown visit.

For an extra authentic twist, try the signature Bloody Mary. The extra spicy drink arrives in a plastic cup garnished with an olive, celery stick, and a thick slab of country bacon.

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DOWNTOWN BOULDER CITY Just next door is Grandma Daisy’s Old Time Confections. Although the original grandma is no longer there, current ownership serves up the same old-fashioned treats that include caramel apples with an array of toppings.

Walk a little farther and you can find various options for any taste including Milo’s Inn and Bakery for fresh baked goods, Milo’s Cellar and Wine Bar with plenty of outdoor patio seating, Jack’s Place Sports Bar and Grill, and Tony’s Pizza. Just down the street, Mel’s Diner, located within the oldest remaining commercial building in the city dating back to 1932, offers a menu of classic small-town fare.

Some additional local favorites within a stone’s throw include Boulder Dam Brewing Company, The Back Stop, and Little City Grille.

One of the truly unique surprises about Old Downtown is the abundance of seemingly random public art. Most notably, the Boulder City Public Art Scape is an impressive outdoor public art exhibit featuring a series of 40 sculptures placed throughout Historic Downtown. Since 2008, the annual exhibit has showcased the work of sculptors who loan their art to the program in exchange for free exposure. Each of the works is available for purchase, and one-quarter of the proceeds are devoted to help perpetuate the program.

While exploring Old Downtown, you also my happen upon one of the large murals that adorn public wall space, several of which were created by local artist Connie Burnett. Additional options for art enthusiasts include The Boulder City Fine Art Festival, celebrating its thirtieth year, and Winter Artfest, held every November, among others.

The Dam Short Film Festival, which just completed its eleventh year, is a great opportunity to experience the Historic Boulder Theatre firsthand while viewing more than 120 short films from around the world.

The people who live and work in Boulder City are a big part of the charm of the Historic Downtown. Bill Smith, volunteer at Back in Thyme Antiques, 15-year Boulder City resident agrees.

“Downtown Boulder City is a hospitable place to visit where people go out of their way to help you with a smile on their face,” he says.

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WORLD FAMOUS COFFEE CUP

Visitors from all over the world enjoy the cooked-to-order food at Boulder City’s World Famous Coffee Cup. Many customers bring their own coffee cups which the owners hang on the walls next to props and fun pictures. In addition to good food and great coffee, the Cup offers a respite from the hustle of the Strip. | worldfamouscoffeecup.com

BACK IN THYME ANTIQUES

Visitors and locals wanting to take a trip down Memory Lane can do so at Back in Thyme Antiques. In addition to a variety of estate items and vintage jewelry, ephemera, and postcards, the shop features a collection of antique pedal cars. | backinthymeantiques.com

PUBLIC ART SCAPE

BOULDER BOWL

Boulder Bowl is a 40s era bowling alley. The eight-lane center is open daily and hosts a variety of leagues and offers parties and special events. | facebook.com/BoulderBowl

Since 2006, Boulder City has exhibited original sculptures around the Old Town area. Artists retain the rights to their art but loan it to the Boulder City Public Art Scape (BCPAS) for exhibit. | pretto.com/artscape

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IN MY HUMBLE OPINION

Written by

Jan Jones Blackhurst uring my two terms as mayor of Las Vegas, one of my most heartfelt desires was to help create a true downtown for the region. I fervently believed that until we created a real city core, Las Vegas would never truly be a city. But what is a city, and why is important we have one?

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Google “city” and you’ll come up with nearly 7 billion results in less than a second. Some writers say a city is a place where strangers meet in public spaces. Others define it as a place where people come to live better lives thanks to easy access to both workplaces and life amenities.

To me, a “city” is a vibrant center that provides its residents a place that is uniquely their own. Cities are and need to be about people. And rather than being defined by vast numbers of large housing developments and sprawling regional malls, a real city is about the people who live in it, work in it, and socialize in it.

Urban expert Joel Kotkin wrote: “A city exists for its people, and to nurture families that grow, identify and share a common space. The issue is how to do this while staying competitive in the global economy.”

Staying competitive wasn’t a problem in the 1990s. Las Vegas was rapidly becoming a place where people wanted to be. And people came in droves: For more than a dozen years Las Vegas was one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States.

What’s more, the public/private partnerships we built prompted Fortune magazine to call Las Vegas one of the best places to do business in America.

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As mayor, I worked with federal leaders such as Harry Reid, my council member Matt Callister, and civic leaders such as Irwin Molasky and Mike Forche on a template for downtown redevelopment.

We master planned the entire downtown core for commercial, retail and entertainment districts; enacted the preservation of our heritage buildings, the 5th Street School, and Federal post office (now the Mob Museum); and identified corridors for the future construction of urban housing developments. We put in place the Fremont Street Experience and the Neon Museum, built a new federal court house and regional justice center, and acquired the land for the Smith Center. Envisioning a future entertainment district, we also began the master planning east of Las Vegas Boulevard.

Building a city is a process that requires patience, vision, and time. Today we are seeing the beginnings of a real downtown Las Vegas, with a vibrant performing arts theater, new city hall, metropolitan police facilities, a children’s museum, and rapidly evolving entertainment amenities.

Thanks to the efforts of Mayors Oscar and Carolyn Goodman, Zappos founder Tony Hsieh, and like-minded entrepreneurs

who refused to accept the status quo, Las Vegas now boasts multiple retail, housing, and entertainment offerings in the downtown area.

In response to evolving social and economic realities, we are on track to realize a 20-year-old vision that Las Vegas not be defined solely by The Strip, but also by a downtown area that serves the entire community. We have developed a cultural core that is a haven

“. . . A REAL CITY IS ABOUT THE PEOPLE WHO LIVE IN IT, WORK IN IT, AND SOCIALIZE IN IT.” to a broad and diverse cross-section of our population, and Tony Hsieh has spent tens of millions of dollars of his own money to acquire land and buildings, construct retail districts, parks, a school, boutiques, and restaurants, as well as fund several small-business startups. He and the Mayors Goodman have continued the efforts to provide the working, living, dining, entertainment, and retail amenities that Millennials and the community-at-

large crave. This is particularly important as, according to Lee Fisher, President of CEOs for Cities, “The cities that capture the mobile, college-educated ‘young and restless’ are the ones most likely to revitalize their downtowns and accelerate economic progress in cities.”

It has taken 20 years of vision, commitment, and continued leadership, but Las Vegas is growing up and cultivating a true downtown. And the result is a vibrant city center for the community!

Jan Jones Blackhurst is senior vice president of communications and government relations with Las Vegasbased Caesars Entertainment Corporation.

She was the first woman to serve as mayor of Las Vegas (1991-1999) and currently serves as a director of the U. S. Chamber of Commerce and the Women’s Campaign Fund in Washington, D.C. In addition, she is a member of the Women’s Leadership Board at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University.

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