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to Antiques Stores & Auctions 4 Quilt Shows ! Dam Short Film Festival Boulder City Guide Coca Cola Convention Classic Car Shows Glass Craft & Bead Show Crafting & Recipes Exciting New Shops !
Attention Collectors ! Page 5
Attention Dealers !
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Las Vegas Antique Bottles & Collectibles Club
2015 Show & Sale PROUDLY PRESENTS
(Formerly Victorian Casino Antiques)
COIN-OP, ADVERTISING, & TOYS JANUARY 23, 24, & 25, 2015 Auction starts at 9:00 AM each day
February 14-15
2101 Texas Star Lane No. Las Vegas, NV
SATURDAY 9am - 5pm
EARLY BIRD FULL PASS
SUNDAY 10am - 4pm
$15.00
(sold Sat 9am-1pm) GENERAL ADMISSION
$8.00
(Sat after 1pm or all day Sun) Visit us at lvabcc.org
Featuring over 2,800 lots of quality consignments. Previewing will be held for the whole month of January.
DEALER SET-UP
Do not miss this fabulous event featuring:
Slot Machines, Advertising, Coin Operated Machines, Games, Victorian Sewing Collectibles, Toys, Jukeboxes, Collectibles, Arcade, & Pressed Steel.
Bid online, by phone, and in person.
Morphy Auctions, Las Vegas (Formerly VCA), 4520 Arville St., #1, Las Vegas, NV 89103 | www.MorphyAuctions.com | 702-382-2466
Lucky Friday, Feb 13: 6-8 pm Saturday, Feb 14: 7-9 am For information, contact Linda Garvey 702-629-7513 and/or lvabcc2013@yahoo.com
Affiliated with FOHBC
Apply NOW for the Arts & Crafts Festivals and Antiques in the Park that advertise on our Annual Spring Centerfold !
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SOUTHERN NEVADA From Glena’s Desk ...
The Country Register of Southern Nevada Glena Dunn, Publisher
702-523-1803
glenadunn@gmail.com Deadline for the April/May Spring Issue is March 2 for Ads & Articles
- Advertising Rates available by request See page 22 for additional information including upcoming print schedule deadlines and contact info for the publishers of other editions of
The Country Register in the USA and Canada
Shows & Events Calendar
January
2 First Friday in the Las Vegas 18b Arts District (no ad) 6-17 After Christmas Sale Le Melange- Gifts & Collectibles (pg 21) 16-18 Mesquite Car Show (ad pg 12) 19 Martin Luther King Day 22-15 Road to California Quilt Show (ad pg 16) 23-25 Tuscon Quilt Show (ad page 19) 23-25 Morphy Auction (formerly Victorian Casino Antiques) (ad pg 5)
Welcome 2015, and several new advertisers! Please note we added several new stores to the Quick Guide to Antiques & Auctions and shifted the auctions onto this page. Welcome Modern Mantiques, Repeats, and welcome back Main Street America II, now under new management. We also have a new full page advertiser, a furniture designer on page 9. Make an appointment to see one or both of Jan’s two showrooms. With 4 Quilt Shows in this issue and the Coca Cola Convention, I was delighted to discover and use a portion of a vintage Coke ad depicting young ladies quilting. Not only does it cover quilting and Coke, but it has the retro/ vintage thing going on and that works for our antiques shops, shows and auctions, especially the spectacular Morphy Auction (formerly Victorian Casino Antiques) and the LVABCC 50th year celebration show. Check our events calendar on this page for those dates and the pages the ads are on. If you are a show vendor, don’t miss the article on Page 15. It tells about all the upcoming spring festivals and getting your applications in for them. I just got exciting news from the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce: There will be a new addition to the Spring Jamboree line up of venues.... A Rock, Mineral and Gem Show! If your New Year’s resolutions include starting or improving your eCommerce business, sign up to reap valuable ideas and motivation at the upcoming seminar advertised on page 14. People from all over the country come to attend this, so if you live here, you can save the flight and hotel expense! As usual, an encouraging word about shopping with our advertisers... you are going to buy your Valentine gifts somewhere, so why not support local businesses, especially those who provide The Country Register! They are ready to help you find the perfect gifts for your sweethearts... Jewelry, Chocolate, Candles, Wine, Vintage Valentines, cuddly Alpaca gifts... Check them out and you will need to look no further! Many of them like Ruben’s Woodcraft, Epic Artware, Restoreologie, and Sew Magic, will customize something for you too, so get with them ahead of time. A gift certificate slipped into a card with a ‘Let’s go shopping’ or to dinner coupon works too. Check out page 20 for an easy idea to take that coupon to the next level! Thank you for reading and using The Country Register! Please remember to tell the advertisers you found them through their ads! That way they know how to find you!
As Seen on
American Restoration
February
4-7 Dam Short Film Festival (ad pg 28, article pg 26) 6 First Friday in the Las Vegas 18b Arts District (no ad) 5-8 The Great Get Together (Coca Cola Convention) (ad pg 4) 14 Valentines Day 14-15 LVABCC 50th Annual Antiques & Collectibles Show (pg 6) 14-15 Charleston Antique Mall Presidents Day Sale (ad pg 10) 20-22 Pahrump Quilt & Fiber Arts Show (ad page 18)
March
6 First Friday in the Las Vegas 18b Arts District (no ad) 6-8 NASCAR Weekend 2015 (ad pg 12) 17 Irish Sale & Open House Le Melange- Gifts & Collectibles (pg 21) 20-22 Quilt Las Vegas Show (ad page 19)
April
3 First Friday in the Las Vegas 18b Arts District (no ad) 2-5 Viva Las Vegas (ad pg 12) 5 Easter Sunday 8-12 Glass Craft & Bead Show (ad pg 15)
Weekly - McManus Auction- Every Sunday Auctions See ad pg 5 and check website -Clark County Auction - Every Saturday See ad pg 4 and check website
Free listing with every show or special event ad !
Advertising Shops may list their in-house events free too!
HISTORY
(702) 366-7030 ricksrestorations.com
Come take the tour !
1112 S. Commerce Street Las Vegas, Nevada 89102 2 Located in the shaded circle on page 6
Locate Rick’s and Auctions on the Quick Guide on pg 3
Clark County Public Auction
2512 Abels Lane Las Vegas, NV 89115
702-399-1700 CLARKCOAUCTION@AOL.COM
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3864 Silvestri Lane Las Vegas, NV 89120
702-453-5004 Public Auctions every Sunday
April/May 2014
The Country Register of Southern Nevada
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Quick Guide to the Las Vegas Valley Antiques Stores & Auctions 3 Modern Mantiques
Desert Buddha
Buy - Sell - Trade
JJC Clocks & Antiques
Asian Antiques
702-383-1008
89102
702 445 7081
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3
3rd
Abels
Charleston
10 Josette’s Antiques N Vegas, NV 89104 Las
(702) 641-3892 Open 10-4 Mon-Sat Map not to scale Antiques &
Flamingo
Native American Art
Tropicana
Russell
Hall of
McManus
Antiquities
12 Auctions
Sunset
13 Las Vegas Boulevard - The Strip
Industrial
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1632 E. Charleston Blvd
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Sandhill
Pecos
Eastern
Paradise Road
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Industrial Las Vegas Boulevard - The Strip
I-15 FWY
I-15 FWY
Russell Russell
We have six more Vintage and Antiques Shops just minutes away in Boulder City, the historic town that built Hoover Dam. See map on back page .
8
Sahara
Tropicana Tropicana
You will have the phone numbers for all the shops, as well as their locations on the map.
15. Back in Thyme 16. Antique Depot 17. The White Porch 18. GoatFeathers 19. Restoreologie 20. Younique
Paradise Road
Maryland Pkwy.
Flamingo Flamingo
Take The Country Register along...
Mon ~ Sat 10:00 to 6:00 Sun 12:00 to 6:00
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1408 S. Main Street Las Vegas, NV 89102 702.684.5177
Carey
3 4 Colorado Colorado 5 6 7 Wyoming 8 Wyoming Sahara Sahara
New Management Sarah 702-401-3071
Quality Used Items, Antiques, Collectibles and More...
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Charleston Charleston
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Clark County Public Auction
Commerce
Main Western
MLK Western
I-15 FWY
Casino Ctr.
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Lamb
I-95
Alta Alley Located in the Antique section of the Las Vegas Art District 18b
MLK
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This map is a guide to help you see what is nearby and plan your route. It is not precise or to scale.
BRING THIS ADD TO RECEIVE 10% OFF ANY I-95 Fwy PURCHASE OVER $10.00
Charleston
www.jjcclocks.com
info@desertbuddha.com
www.modernmantiques.com
GRAND Laura’s 7 Treasures OPENING!
LV, NV 89104 702-384-TIME (8463)
Las Vegas, NV 89104
1319 S. Commerce St.
1
Valley View
1310 S. Main St.
1300 S. Main St. #120
702-228-4783
Decatur
BUY-SELL-CONSIGN-TRADE & REPAIR
Boulder H
560 S. Decatur Blvd. LV, NV 89107
Main Street America II
“ITS ABOUT TIME”
I-95 Fwy.
Charleston Antique Mall
To Boulder City Shops see map on back page
Las Vegas Antique and Collectibles Mall Located in the Boulevard Mall on Maryland Pky. Home of the “Yard Sale Archaeologist” -Dr. Peter J. Shield PhD Tel: 702 445 5080 702 465 5114 http://hallofantiquities.com
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To Boulder City
antiques at the market
6665 South Eastern Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89119
The Relics of Yesterday & Style for Tomorrow
9151 S. Las Vegas Blvd. LV, NV 89123 (702) 933-2791
www.antiquemallofamerica.net
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702-307-3960
24,000 sq ft of Antiques!
4 Estate/Antique Auctions
SOUTHERN NEVADA
The Great Get Together
2015
Coca Cola Swap Meet Open to the Public Free Admission Saturday February 7, 2015 10:00 am - 1:00 pm at Palace Station
Collectors Club
Convention of The
COCA COLA COLLECTORS CONVENTION RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS by Glena Dunn
The Great Get Together is the convention of the western chapters of the Coca Cola Collectors Club. The convention is in it’s 37th year of bringing together the members from all over the US and around the world. Always held during the first part of February; the 2015 dates are February 5th through 8th. This year, members will gather once again at Palace Station, located at 2411 W. Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89102. Previous conventions held in Las Vegas occurred at The Tropicana and Plaza Station and otherwise were held in California. During the convention there are several events including exhibitions, auctions, swap meet, and a banquet. Coca Cola collectors from all over come to share their love of collecting the American advertising icon, and to buy, sell and trade Coca Cola advertising items. The swap meet will be on Saturday, February 7th and open to the public from 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Admission is free. To attend the convention, you must be a member of The Coca-Cola Collectors Club. For information on joining go to: www. cocacolaclub.org The convention and swap meet is a great venue to search for that elusive Coca Cola collectible. Items can be found from the late 1800’s to the present day. Coca Cola epitomizes the good old days of America, when colorful Coca Cola advertising was seen everywhere including the sides of buildings. If you like to reflect back on those times be sure to drop in. This year’s contact is Mark Lawrence 951-351-2422 or marklrcta@aol.com
2512 Abels Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89115 (Near Carey and Lamb, see location #11 on page 3)
January/February/March 2015
Estate/Antique Auction & Collectibles Show 5
LOCAL RESOURCE FOR THE ANTIQUES TRADE
Over the years, The Country Register of Southern Nevada has evolved into a comprehensive antiques trade guide serving our area, differing from the other editions of TCR published in the United States and Canada. Here is a look back at why and how it became what it is today: First of all, we had no local trade publication. When I moved here, all I could find was the phone book, and once I did find a shop, the owner was not willing to be helpful in telling me where there were more. So there was a need for an antiques guide, especially before Craigs List! Secondly, as ‘country’ decorating, scrapbooking and craft malls went out of vogue, many of the shops The Country Register had originally served disappeared. Some survived by shifting into antiques, my shop Back in Thyme included. (I was thankful for the name I had chosen!) As I got deeper into antiques, I needed to reach out to those interested in them. So we added a map with all the antiques shops and malls. Most saw the value in it and in cooperating for our mutual benefit and the public’s. We all quickly met new customers from the shared traffic our network created. Finally, there was a need to create more interest in antiques. With homes in our area being newer, people didn’t think antiques “looked right” in them. I dropped most of the ‘filler’ articles provided on the publishers’ forum, and wrote about displaying antiques in the decor of homes and businesses. Articles on collecting categories, the value of older, better-made furniture and creatively repurposing old unique items replaced articles that weren’t as suited to our unique climate and lifestyle. Quilt shops, arts & crafts shows and seasonal festivals remained a good fit, people who like antiques generally enjoy those too or vice versa. Auction houses came on board as the economy plummeted and people had to downsize their homes and heirlooms. Then came other advertisers such as antique shows, appraisers and estate liquidators, antiques repair services and the ads for the dealers and collectors looking to buy. We became a multi-faceted network supporting and supported by each other! The Country Register ‘drives traffic’. Our amazing advertisers take it from there, giving our readers the great experiences that keep them checking out more of their fellow advertisers. Nearby businesses benefit too. With TCR exposure brought by just a few at the onset, Boulder City blossomed and became a destination for antiquing and dining too! Now it is supported by many more appreciative advertisers.
(Formerly Victorian Casino Antiques)
COIN-OP, ADVERTISING, & TOYS JANUARY 23, 24, & 25, 2015 Auction starts at 9:00 AM each day
Featuring over 2,800 lots of quality consignments. Previewing will be held for the whole month of January.
Do not miss this fabulous event featuring:
Slot Machines, Advertising, Coin Operated Machines, Games, Victorian Sewing Collectibles, Toys, Jukeboxes, Collectibles, Arcade, & Pressed Steel.
Bid online, by phone, and in person.
Morphy Auctions, Las Vegas (Formerly VCA), 4520 Arville St., #1, Las Vegas, NV 89103 | www.MorphyAuctions.com | 702-382-2466
McManus Auctions WE have MOVED ! 3864 Silvestri Lane
PUBLIC AUCTIONS EVERY SUNDAY
702-453-5004
Las vegas, 89120
mcmanusauctions.com mcmanusauctions.com
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SOUTHERN NEVADA
Las Vegas Antique Bottles & Collectibles Club
2015 Show & Sale PROUDLY PRESENTS
February 14-15
2101 Texas Star Lane No. Las Vegas, NV
SATURDAY 9am - 5pm
EARLY BIRD FULL PASS
SUNDAY 10am - 4pm
$15.00
(sold Sat 9am-1pm)
LAS VEGAS ANTIQUE BOTTLES & COLLECTIBLES CLUB CELEBRATES 50 YEARS by Glena Dunn
How many clubs are still around and even have founding members active after fifty years? I might have to take the opportunity to be a ‘fly on the wall’ at the January club meeting because members will be remininsing about the early years of the club in lieu of the usual program on a collecting category. This should be a really fun meeting as they revisit the days when they actually went out and dug for bottles before all the legal restrictions were put in place. The club meets on the first Wednesday of the month at the Elks Club on Charleston and Hinson in Las Vegas. The public is welcome to attend club meeting to see what the club is about before deciding to join. Recent meetings and additional planning meetings have been spent gearing up for their famous annual Show & Sale. Held at Texas Station Casino, the vendors and patrons enjoy convenient accommodations, and there is plenty of parking and security overnight for the two day show. Since it is February 14th and 15th this year, bring your sweetheart for the most memorable Valentines Day you’ve ever enjoyed.
GENERAL ADMISSION
$8.00
(Sat after 1pm or all day Sun)
If you have an interest in participating in this year’s show, I just checked and as we go to print, it is not too late. The number of table spaces is limited but they are not yet sold out. See ad to the left for contact information to request a contract. I would recommend you don’t delay though.
Visit us at lvabcc.org
DEALER SET-UP
Lucky Friday, Feb 13: 6-8 pm Saturday, Feb 14: 7-9 am For information, contact Linda Garvey 702-629-7513 and/or lvabcc2013@yahoo.com
Antiques Collectibles Home Interiors Ephemera Original Art Figurines Soda Signs Gas Station Furniture Linens China & Silver
Affiliated with FOHBC
Whether or not you join in as a dealer, you should save the date and plan to attend. This annual show affords the opportunity to see and buy things you will have never seen before, and to learn about them from expert collectors. You can pick the brains of experts in their field, get them to watch for the things you want in their networks. EBay has made collectibles more readily available overall, but some rare and special things never reach the marketplace. Older collectors don’t want to turn loose of their treasures to just anyone. They would rather wait, hoping to meet someone who has a genuine love for what they love and feel they have met the person who will most closely enjoy their collection the way they have.They might not be exhibiting at the show, but every dealer at the show will know people with amazing collections. So go to the show to learn, to buy and to network as well!
Antique Mall of America 9151 S. Las Vegas Blvd, LV NV 89123
702-933-2791 Come bring a friend and enjoy the day!
Las Vegas Items Jewelry Trading Cards Books & Guides Bronze Sculpture Mid-Century Dolls & Toys Coins’s Collectibles Kitchenware
Antiques Wanted 7
January/February/March 2015
Need Cash? These Dealers are Looking to Buy! Buying Any Casino Chips, Dice, Room keys, etc! 702-589-1213 WANTED: Front loading showcases Berg rotating showcases, including shelves, parts. 702-488-4369 Old Rolex Wanted:
Buying old Rolex: Oyster perpetual, Datejust, Submariner, Seadweller, GMT, Milgauss, Explorer, etc. Also old Patek, Cartier,Vacheron, IWC, Jeager,Omega, Heuer, etc. High cash prices paid for watches in clean conditions w/ original papers.
Also buying fine Swiss/German cameras & optics: Leica, Bolex, Alpa, Zeiss,Angenieux, Kern, etc
Please call 702-683-7338 or email:
uhrlv@yahoo.com
Dealers or Collectors: This could be your ‘WANTED’ ad !
$100 per issue 5 issues per year, continuous circulation throughout the trade in Southern Nevada
Always Buying Old Native American Jewelry Please don’t sell it as scrap!
We pay at least double silver value for saleable pieces... A minimum of $1.00/gram (and more) And we pay on weight of the stones as if they were silver!
Please do yourself a favor and our Native American heritage as well!
Back in Thyme 702-523-1803 See ad on page 13
Wanted:
Cowboy & Indian Collectibles
Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, Hopalong Cassidy (William Boyd), Lone Ranger (Clayton Moore), Gene Autry,Tom Mix, Bill Cody, Sky King,The Cisco Kid, Tex Ritter, Tonto, Maverick, Annie Oakley. * Toys * Costumes * Clothing * * Memorabilia * Autographs * Cowboy Bill
702-488-4369
We Buy Antique & Estate Jewelry, including Gold & Silver & quality costume
Back in Thyme 524 Nevada Way
in Old Town Boulder City (see map on back page)
702-523-1803 Yes, competitors ‘GUARANTEE’ they pay the most... Here’s how to find out ! Come to us first or come to us last - but don’t sell until you have our offer!
Free evaluation and no pressure to sell ! We pay at least 70% on metal content even if broken and higher on resalable jewelry ! Serving Boulder City 14 years Valid ID required
Highbridge Photographs
Buying Vintage Photos Documents Autographs Musicians Sports Old Hollywood Military Celebrities
Auditon Photos Burlesque & Risque Historical Papers Letters Collections Old Studio Stock
(702) 250-4798 Las Vegas
A uthentic C ollectibles I
am
B uying :
antiques , collectibles , books , autographs , old magazines , paper ephemera , jewelry ( costume or real ), scrapbooks , coins , sports and entertainment memorabilia , old toys , family photos & albums .
A few pieces or a WHOLE COLLECTION ! Call Chris... I will come to you! 702-241-3273
8 Estate, Appraisal and Antique Repair Services Jewelry Supply & Repair Watch & Clock Repair /Antique Mall
A-1
Jewelr y Supply
Repairs Beading Supplies Jewelry Displays Watch Battery Replacement & Much More!
702-731-2663
SOUTHERN NEVADA
Expert Repair
Antique mechanical (wind-up) phonographs (including cabinetry)
also antique and vintage phones including pay phones. Currently at 1400 S. Main Street in Las Vegas, NV
4229 Sahara Las 89102 2570 S.W. Decatur Blvd. Ste G3Vegas, Las Vegas,NV NV 89102 APPRAISALS BY RUTH, LLC APPRAISALS BY GREG CERTIFIED, LICENSED & BONDED LICENSED MERCHANDISE BROKER
PERSONAL PROPERTY, ANTIQUES & FULL ESTATES APPRAISALS CONSIGNMENTS
702-210-1048; 702-682-6950
Doug Frank 818-515-8322 (local)
When the time comes... - Call -
Act 3 Estate Sales, LLC
Professional Estate Liquidation
702-466-5276
email: act3@act3estatesales.com
www.act3estatesales.com
gmaestas@cox.net
ANTIQUES AT THE MARKET
6665 S. EASTERN AVE, LAS VEGAS, NV
Licensed and Bonded Personal Property Liquidation Services
‘ITS ABOUT TIME’
JJC Clocks & Antiques
BUY/SELL/CONSIGN/TRADE/ CLOCK & WATCH REPAIR
1310 Main Street Las Vegas, NV 89104
702-384-TIME (8463) www.jjcclocks.com
Limited Showcase Space Available
Clocks * Watches * Estate Jewelry * Carnival & Depression Glass * RS Prussia * Lamps * Furniture * Blue Willow * American Pottery * 50’s & More!
January/February/March 2015
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10 Antique Malls
SOUTHERN NEVADA
GARY FRICK 1958-2014
We are sorry to announce that the antiques community and the affiliation of used books sellers have lost Gary Frick. The owner of Academy Fine Books on E. Charleston passed away quietly between the holidays shortly after a cancer diagnosis. Gary turned his passion for books into a new career when he opened his own shop in the mid 90s after cab driving here and in Denver for eighteen years. Those familiar with the shop in Antique Square loved to browse the endless shelves to make their selections. Some of us have many to remember him by. Gary’s vast inventory seldom disappointed a specific search... he knew just where to look in the labyrinth of his bookstore. The shop wasn’t limited to books either. Stopping by frequently, meant a chance to see other treasures as they turned up and decorated the area in which he did his research and pricing. You may have seen Gary on the TV news only a few months prior, being interviewed after he realized the young couple who killed the police officers at lunch had made a commotion in his shop the day before. Gary’s opinions that differed from theirs and apparently they did not like that!
Great Stuff! Great Prices! Great Service!
NEW ANTIQUE MALL FULLY LEASED
The Boulevard Mall at 3528 South Maryland Parkway is the home to the latest addition to the Las Vegas Antique and Collectibles marketplace. Hall of Antiquities is the brain child of retired archaeologist and broadcaster Dr. Peter J. Shield PhD and Dr. Lonnie Hammargren, Nevada’s well known ex Lt. Governor. As such, it boasts a number of unique features that are not usually found in the conventional ‘Antique Mall’ . A large area at the rear of the hall is dedicated to house the Dr. Hammargren Exhibition Hall and Art Gallery. This area features items from both Dr. Hammargren and Dr. Shield’s personal collections as well as rotating displays from visiting artists and exhibits such as Magical Memorabilia from Las Vegas Mystifier Dixie Dooley. In our previous issue, their initial ad included a call for dealers. They are pleased to report that they are now full, and have started a waiting list for those wanting a space. A licensed minister, Dr. Shield has reserved the use of an area in the Egyptian themed facility for a venue to conduct weddings in the near future. The Boulevard Mall was recently purchased by Sansone properties and is undergoing extensive renovation. It offers plenty of undercover parking and all the amenities associated with a major shopping mall location. The Hall of Antiquities is located in the East Wing behind Macy’s. You can learn more at their web site http://hallofantiquities.com
If this sounds like your business, Our readers want to know about it! This could be your ad thousands of people are reading for only $175.00, 5x/year !
Call 702-523-1803
for more pricing and other information.
Charleston Antique Mall Discover why CELEBRITIES * COLLECTORS * DECORATORS shop here.
560 S. Decatur Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89107 (702) 228-4783 Website: antiques.vegas
Voted Best Antique Store in Las Vegas!
Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Antique Malls in Las Vegas
January/February/March 2015 ‘INDIAN’ JEWELRY FACTORIES
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by Glena Dunn
In the last decade, a substantial amount of what is offered as “Authentic Native American Jewelry” in the southwest has been made or at least pre-fabricated in China, Taiwan, the Philippines, India, and Mexico. Imported knock-offs hurt Native American craftspeople as well as legitimate Native American jewelry sellers of both the old and the new. Not only is it harmful to the Native American jewelry market, it is wrong because people aren’t getting what they think they are paying for. Additionally, there are places in the U.S. southwest where Navajo people work in factories to mass-produce or finish off the jewelry that was prefabricated overseas so that it can be labeled “Authentic Indian Jewelry”. The casual buyer cannot tell genuinely handcrafted jewelry from machine made, or genuine turquoise from plastic or that which is cut from reconstituted turquoise block. Some better imitations can fool even those with more expertise, so considerable research and caution is advised. Consider how many stores are stocked with rows of trays of similar-looking jewelry in our area, let alone the southwest, and ask yourself, “Where is all this coming from?” Are there really Native American silversmiths turning out thousands of trays of the same popular style rings in various sizes? An elderly Navajo silversmith told me that all she has to do is look at the hands of sellers peddling jewelry on blankets in her area to know that they are not silversmiths, and then showed me her hands. She said she wished shop-owners cared more about what they stock and were more careful about who they buy from. After checking out Back in Thyme, she said she approved of and appreciated how we handle old Native American jewelry. Her last name was Garcia. If you recognize that name as one of the most highly regarded Navajo silversmithing families, you can imagine how honored I felt!
RARE Authentic ANTIQUE NATIVE AMERICAN JEWELRY BUY - SELL - TRADE Back in Thyme
524 Nevada Way, Boulder City NV 89005
702-523-1803
On average, our authentic old Native American sterling pieces are priced at ten dollars a gram. Pieces set with many stones are a little higher, as well as historic pieces or those with rare turquoise from limited or long-closed mines. We could price it at twice as much like some of our competitors do with their lightweight imports and then give 30% off, but we choose not to play that game. Before you buy, learn and compare. We are happy to show you the difference. We keep about 20 import pieces handy for sideby-side comparison. We also keep back issues of The Country Register with other informative articles I have on Native American jewelry.
Quality dealers offering a variety of antique & vintage
Go ‘Vintage’ for Valentines and more!
24,000 sq ft of Antiques! 6665 S Eastern Ave
(Just south of Sunset Rd)
702-307-3960
Stay tuned for upcoming changes to our Tea Room /Cafe
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SOUTHERN NEVADA
NASCAR Weekend 2015
Las Vegas Motor Speedway Motorsports Complex 7000 Las Vegas Blvd N; Las Vegas, NV Show Dates: March 6, 2015 - March 8, 2015
Every Saturday 7:00am - 10:00am
9500 S Eastern Avenue, just south of the 215.
(702) 423-2677
Promote Your Car Show Or Classic Car Related Business ! 5”x 2” $125 per issue 702-523-1803
Heading to Las Vegas? P Stop at the shop you’ve E seen on HISTORY D The A in Thyme L Back Collection C Original . Restored . up a free 524 Nevada Way A Pick guide to the Boulder City, NV Vegas 89005 R Las area antique 702-523-1803 S shops !
You are never too old to have a happy childhood!
January/February/March 2015
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QUARTZSITE 2015 SHOWS Established as a stage stop on the site of old Fort Tyson in 1866, Quartzsite is now internationally famous for it’s annual Rock & Mineral shows, huge flea markets, RV Shows and gatherings. Located in the South West corner of Arizona, surrounded by open desert and magnificent mountains. Quartzsite has long been a crossroad for an array of people. There are RV Trailer Parks with full hookups or dry camping and thousands of acres of BLM areas to accommodate the RV’er, Prospector & ATV enthusiast.
January 02 - January 14 2015 Prospectors Panorama January 01 - February 28, 2015 Desert Gardens -Gem & Mineral January 02 - January 11, 2015 Tyson Wells Rock & Gem Show January 05 - January 25, 2015 Main Event (to be confirmed) January 16 - January 25, 2015 Tyson Wells Sell-A-Rama January 17 - January 25, 2015 Big Tent Sports, Vacation & RV Show January 21 - January 25, 2015 Pow Wow Gem, Mineral & Jewelry January 30 - February 8, 2015 Tyson Wells Arts and Crafts February 06 - February 07, 2015 Quilt Show Quartzsite Senior Center February 13 - February 15, 2015 Quartzsite Gold Show
If you get to thinkin’ you’re a person of some influence, try orderin’ someone else’s dog around.
Good judgement comes from experience, and a lotta that comes from bad judgement.
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Upcoming Spring Events
January/February/March 2015 APPLY NOW TO TAKE PART IN SPRING EVENTS ! Mark your calendars to save these dates for events you won’t want to miss this spring, especially if you have an interest in vending. Start the application process now as space is limited at these popular festivals, and it is understandably first come! Even if space is still available after deadlines, there is often an additonal fee. If you are an artist/crafter or vintage/collectibles/antiques dealer, there is a charming venue for your wares this spring in Summerlin. “Art at the Café” an outdoor Paris style marketplace will take place April 11 & 12, a Saturday & Sunday, running from 10 am until 5 pm. Produced by Mark Vranesh Studios, this event is sponsored and hosted by Rachel’s Kitchen, 9691 Trailwood Drive in Summerlin. There are two art shows in Southern Nevada the following weekend, April 18 & 19. You and your friends can enjoy one on Saturday and the other on Sunday! Anthem Highlands Center hosts the second of Mark Vranesh Studio’s line up of spring art festivals. Hours for Anthem Highlands ArtWalk are from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Boulder City’s 30th annual Fine Arts Festival, is the other art show that weekend, always held the third weekend in April in Bicentennial Park. It is sponsored by the Boulder City Art Guild (702 293-2138), directed this year by Diana Meyer (702 280-3985). Go to bouldercityartguild.com for an application. FestivalNet.com gives the deadline for applications as March 1st. Email contact is: bcartguild@gmail.com. April 25 & 26, are the dates for the third event this spring produced by Mark Vranesh Studios. This art festival will be held at Boca Park Fashion Village, Rampart at West Charleston in Las Vegas. May 2nd & 3rd, Mountain Shadows Community Center at 9107 Del Webb Blvd in Summerlin hosts the final spring 2015 art event of Mark Vranesh Studios, the Sun City Summerlin ArtWalk. For artist applications for the Mark Vranesh Studios shows, go to www. vranesh.com. For more information, call or text 702-245-6077, or email markvranesh@gmail.com. Mark Vranesh’s art shows are well established as long time advertisers in the Spring and Fall issues of The Country Register of Southern Nevada.
Mark Vranesh Studio
Spring 2015 Art Events
4 weekends!
April 11 & 12 * April 18 & 19 April 25 & 26 * May 2 & 3 www.vegasartwalk.com for venue locations and applications
Saturday May 2nd & Sunday May 3rd, 2015 In the Parks of Old Town Boulder City Craft Show, Antique Show, Car Show, & NEW Rock, Mineral & Gem Show! + Music, Food, Entertainment... Something for Everyone !
702-293-2034 www.bouldercitychamber.com
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May 2nd and 3rd is also the weekend of Boulder City’s Spring Jamboree. Produced by the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, it is Boulder City’s longest running arts, crafts and family festival. There is also a vintage/collectibles section, called Antiques in the Park. It is only about ten years old, but has earned a solid foundation of repeat vendors, with many saying it is their best show of the year. Originally founded by Bill Smith and sponsored by The Country Register of Southern Nevada, it quickly became established as “Southern Nevada’s Largest Outdoor Antiques Show” with our exposure to the local antiques trade and collecting community. The show’s noteriety and draw has been expanded further over the years through additional promotion in The Country Register of Arizona, The Antique Register and Today’s Vintage reaching audiences in five states. Antiques have proven to be a quite a draw for Spring Jamboree, just as the antiques shops are for the town. When people come out to go antiquing, they also dine and enjoy other businesses as well. To sell at any of the venues (including a commercial area) at the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce Spring Jamboree, go to www.springjamboree.com and click on applications at the top of the page. Then click on ‘General Applications’, which will open information for the three types of vendor parks and the criteria and cost to be in each. Keep scrolling, the actual application is the third page. There is a $25 late fee IF there is space available after March 20th. Breaking News from the chamber! There is to be a new venue addition: A Rock, Mineral & Gem Show! The application form on the website will be reflecting that soon. After Spring Jam, comes the Best Dam Barbecue Challenge, May 22 & 23. You are probably not going to enter the barbecue contest (if you are, you already know it) but you might want to show a classic car or be considered for one of the vendor spots. No matter what, save the date because you don’t miss out on this, another favorite weekend in Boulder City. Be sure to go online and register early to get your first choice of the amazing instructional classes at the Glass Craft & Bead Expo. This is an opportunity to learn how to use new products, tools and techniques from those who have mastered them. These classes fill up fast so don’t delay!
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20TH ANNIVERSARY OF ROAD TO CALIFORNIA QUILT SHOW This year marks the 20th Anniversary of Road to California! Now recognized as the third largest quilt show in the US (over 35,000 attendees in 2014), and the premier textile art show west of the Rockies. So many quilting groups charter buses from Northern and Southern California, Nevada and Arizona to attend the show that the American Bus Association have designated it as one of their Top 100 Events in North America for group travel in 2015. Experience the west coast’s largest quilt and textile shopping mall featuring over 700 merchant booths devoted to selling a wide variety of merchandise of interest to quilters, textile artists, home sewist and crafters, including 230 unique merchants selling their goods from all over the world. A new area, Market Place, will feature major wholesale leaders in the quilting industry sharing news about their new fabric lines, tools and techniques for the upcoming season. Road will be featuring 18 additional exhibits including, “Commemorating 50 years of Beatles’ Songs”, The Double Wedding Ring challenge by the New York City Modern Guild, The Broadway inspired “Wicked” Cherry wood Challenge as well as an exhibit that hits home, 150 Years of California State Parks. Featured artist, is Sheila Frampton Cooper with bold pieced art quilts. Over 1,000 quilts will be on display, including Traditional, Art and Contemporary Contest Quilts, with over $92,000 to be awarded Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park to the inspiring talent in the by Linda Molter various categories.
The Tentmakers of Cairo will be showcasing their applique artistry in the premier exhibit “Stitch like an Egyptian.” Curated by international textile artist Jenny Bowker, this exhibit sheds light on the ancient art of Egyptian tent making. Alongside Bowker, two of the artists from Khan Khayamiya (the market of the Tentmakers) will be on hand to demonstrate their method of applique. With hopes to make the world more aware of this beautiful, yet shrinking art, Bowker will be giving a presentation on Saturday evening on her discovery of the tentmakers, how she is getting their work out into the world and to showcase their magnificent talent. Additionally, 153 other Classes, Lectures and Events will be taught by internationally recognized experts in their field beginning Monday, January 19, 2015. The show itself starts Thursday and runs through Saturday, January 22 - 24, 2015, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Sunday, January 25 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM at the Ontario Convention Center, 2000 E. Convention Center Way, Ontario, California. Unlimited Admission: $15, Children 12 and under are free
Organize a Bus Trip from Las Vegas ! Leave the driving to someone else and save money on admission: 30 or more bus passengers get 1/3 off, $10 per person, paid in advance. The ticket is valid for all four days admission and preview night. Tickets will be mailed to one address. Each person receives a program. Free admission for the bus coordinator for organizing the trip!
For additonal information:
Contact show promoters Matt Reese or Carolyn Reese, 909.946.0020 or by email: Matt@roadtocalifornia.com or Carolyn@roadtocalifornia.com, www.road2ca.com
January/February/March 2015 QUILT REMNANT PROJECTS Got an old quilt that is too far gone to use on the bed or hang on the wall? Whether it is all-over wear (usually from frequent and/or improper laundering) or just damage in some areas, there is probably still something left to be enjoyed in it. I like to think that the hundreds of hours someone infused into it decades ago, gave it such remarkable longevity. First of all, consider repair especially if the damage is focused in one area or even all the edges. I still sympathize with my friend’s horror when we unloaded their moving truck and she discovered her husband had used her wedding gift from her grandmother had been used as a moving pad. The quilt had a jagged hole where the sharp corner of a PARTICLE BOARD desk had worn through it. But grandma had enough fabric remaining to invisibly repair it. Ruling out repair, rules IN a number of sewing craft options, such as pillows, upholstery of a chair or ottoman, placemats, ornaments and stockings. I know this because I have a pile of ‘cutter quilts’ that I acquired with visions of creating charmingly worn quilted Christmas stockings to sell in my shop. Once it was obvious that they were not going to get reconfigured in time, I googled ‘damaged quilt projects’ and was delighted to find many there are many other less seasonal options. Even if I do make some stockings, there will be pieces left over that can still be used for small crafts like ornaments and these prim tags. Or, someone reading this could say to themselves, “That sounds fun, I wonder if she would sell me some of those quilts?”
Quilt Shops 17 The answer would be “yes”. I get big ideas, and forget that I have little time to implement them. So I would be happy to disperse some of the quilts along with these ideas! The quilts will be at my shop, Back in Thyme in Boulder City. Just 25 to 100 dollars, depending on color, pattern and how much wear or damage they have. I also have a couple of yo-yo quilts that aren’t damaged at all. They are very colorful. Even though they aren’t damaged, I think they make great ‘parts’...you can break them down into strips for trim or banners, or squares for pillows. You can even carefully cut the thread joints to make capital letters... two or three initials or a whole name framed on a white mat is awesome!
One of these days I will accomplish my PHD in quilting... (Projects Half Done)
Other Quilting Acronyms:
STABLE: Stash accumulation beyond life expectancy PFC: Professional Fabric Collector WOMBAT: Waste of money, batting and time
The Christmas Goose Quilt Shop & Gifts 2988 S. Durango #109 Las Vegas, NV 89117 Fabric, Patterns, Books, Notions, Classes. Prim Dolls, Kits , Wool, Candles. 702-877-1158 www.christmasgoose.com
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UPCYCLING OLD BOOKS The old books that have been going to landfill for decades are now being utilized as crafting material in creative projects. First though, do a quick check on abebooks.com, to make sure you don’t have something rare and valuable in your hands, especially if the title page indicates it is a first edition. Once you know your book is ‘good to go’, evaluate the possibilities of its various parts or keeping it intact. Leather-bound volumes are decorator-worthy, just the way they are. Simply tied with aged ribbon, twine or old shoelace, a graduated stack rests beautifully on a shelf or desk. Or tuck in a small bouquet of dried herbs to accent the patina and blend in with a grouping. You can also use them without further embellishment in vignettes to add texture, height or elevation and ‘the passage of time’. They are in keeping with, but won’t compete with more detailed elements.
Comfort 2015
and C H A L L
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This challenge is to recognize and honor the sacrifices that are made by our country's military families. They face adversity and endure hardships; yet all too often their troubles go unnoticed. We also honor those Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, and Marines who must miss holidays, birthdays, and family moments in far-away distant lands. It is for the family members who keep the house running while their husband, wife, son or daughter is away. It is for the children who dearly miss their deployed parent, brother, sister, uncle, or aunt. We say thank you to the men and women who have volunteered to serve our country and preserve our freedom.
Featured Fabrics: by by
Challenge Rules Who: All quilters who would like to create a beauti-
ful quilt to honor a military family in their circle of friends, the community, or the nation.
When: Challenge begins January 1, 2015 thru
March 31, 2015 • Challenge quilts will be displayed at local quilt shop April 6 – 18. • Customers may vote for their favorites. Each shop's Viewers' Choice winner will receive a prize. • A digital image of the Viewers' Choice winner from each shop will be entered in Moda's Piece and Comfort online quilt show.
National Viewers Choice Winners announced May 8, 2015
Where: Pick up an entry form at your local What:
participating quilt shop.
Ninety percent of quilt must be made with Moda fabrics. Fifty percent of the Moda fabrics must come from one or both of the featured collections. • Quilt(s) must be 54"x65" or larger. • Quilt must be quilted or tied and bound. No quilt tops will be accepted. • Quilt must be labeled with Maker's and Quilter's name, city and contact information. • Quilt(s) remain property of maker unless they choose to donate quilt to a soldier's family. • No limit to number of entries.
Prize Awards for Moda's Online Quilt Show — First Viewers' Choice – $500 Proceeds from this challenge will benefit USACares.org whose mission is to assist military families in time of need.
Second Viewers' Choice – $250 Third Viewers' Choice – $150 Designer's Choice – $500
All rights reserved. • www.modafabrics.com
by Glena Dunn
If you have a beautifully illustrated old children’s book, save the those pages for framing. Match a color on the page to paint an old or new frame and it will stand out. Sometimes there is a poem or paragraph on the facing page that makes a good pairing on the wall in a child’s room. The cover can become a unique binding for a new scrapbook or learning book for a grandchild. No matter what the content, faded pages with yellowed edges are great for over printing Bible verses or other sayings, and even names or monograms. Attach a series of single letters printed on old pages to twine to make a banner. Old dictionary pages with their quirky little drawn illustrations are great crafting elements. You can even look up words that relate to your project. Use them as a back drop in a shadow box or matting for a photo or art. Save the scraps for making a tattered paper wreath. Leave it plain or embellished with glitter for an even more vintage look. One of our advertisers, The White Porch in Boulder City, has made wreaths and angel wings with pages whirled into cones. The angel wings had soft white feathers tucked in among the cones which blended beautifully. This collage of ideas for repurposing old books is from one of my favorite Facebook page follows. Started in just 2011, it has almost 15,000 followers! The name “Knick of Time” is so clever and perfect for what the page is about. It speaks both to the evidence of time and usage on old objects and also to the idea of salvaging something to be reused before it is forever gone. Angie also has a wonderful blog linked to her Facebook page, knickoftime.net. If you follow The Country Register of Southern Nevada’s Facebook page, you will have seen quite a few ideas shared from both her page and blog. Her creative repurposing and upcycling ideas using easily acquired items are perfect for our readership. I love to use our Facebook page to bring you more of the creative ideas you enjoy in each issue. Besides seasonal crafting and decorating ideas, there are recipes and ‘hacks’ that make cleaning and organizing easier. I share posts from our advertisers too, so that you are aware of their new product, sales and other updates in between our printings. It is a great tool for extending what The Country Register is all about bringing to southern Nevadans!
January/February/March 2015 QUILT SHOW ETIQUETTE
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by Glena Dunn
With four quilt shows advertised in this issue, it is a good time to bring up what usually isn’t allowed at these events. Most of those interested in attending will already be well-aware and what the concerns are. But since this was all new to me not that many years ago, it seems there could be others that will benefit from this basic overview of typical quilt show etiquette. Each shows rules are a little different. Some more lenient, some more stringent. It can depend on the number of people they have available to moniter the displays or the size of the crowds. But even in one-on-one situations, respect and care for the quilters work must be a priority. • Do not touch a quilt with your bare hands. White glove hostesses are usually available to show the back of quilts. • No food or drinks allowed. • No Smoking • If children are allowed, keep a close eye on them. It is especially tempting for them to reach out and touch the colorful inviting quilts! • Photos of quilt entries may or may not be permitted. Sometimes it is for personal use only. Be sure to ask at the door if it is not posted. • Photographing pattern covers and made up examples in the retail areas is never permitted. This is to protect the rights of the designers. It is a always a good idea to go to a show’s website and see what other restrictions they may have in place, such as rolling bags, before you arrive with them.
Remember: People will see your quilts long after you are gone... NOT your housework! Found on familyeverafterblog.com
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“Rainbows Over the Desert” Over 250 Judged Quilts and Dolls Opportunity Quilt Silent Auction ∙ Raffle Baskets∙ Guild Boutique ∙ Bed Turning∙
March 20, 21 & 22, 2015
Friday & Saturday 9-5 ∙ $7 Admission Sunday 10-4 ∙ $5.00 Admission
Henderson Convention Center 200 South Water Street Henderson, NV. 89015
www.dqnv.org
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SOUTHERN NEVADA AMANDA’S FAMILY-FRIENDLY CRAFT IDEAS Our posts on The Country Register of Southern Nevada’s Facebook page include seasonal craft projects that are inexpensive fun ideas that can be made with supplies usually on hand. Most have a wide range of age involvement, in both the crafting and in the appeal of the results. (In other words, kids of all ages can make something for other kids or grandma!) Many of these ideas are shared from a page called ‘Crafts by Amanda’, that has earned a following approaching 300,000! Amanda Formaro’s profile: She is a mother of four in Wisconsin whose creative bent led to developing herself as a professional craft designer. She remains Chief Editor for FamilyCorner.com, a website she created in 1997 and sold. She also worked for Disney’s Kaboose.com as their craft expert. Her projects have been published in numerous print and online magazines, and she now designs for Deco Art.
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Amanda’s creative ideas are perfect for young families who enjoy doing projects together or making things for each other and friends. Sometimes they are a new spin on an old idea that gives it more pizzazz as gift, such as these “Scratch-off Valentine Gift Certificates”. Isn’t it amazing how just the heart-shaped bit of tissue paper tacked over the gift description takes this concept to a new level by its presentation? In addition to creative projects for your family and home, when you ‘follow’ The Country Register of Southern Nevada on Facebook, you will also see updates from our advertisers. Be the first to know about their sales, special events and new products as they get them in. Be sure to ‘like’, comment or share the posts you enjoy the most. The more you interact on any Facebook page that you follow, the more you get to see of their posts.
January/February/March 2015 2015 - TIME TO START ANEW —
by Georgia Ritter
2015 is here, presenting us with a clean slate to work with once again. As we reflect on the activities, encounters, and changes of 2014, we can redirect our plans and activities anew for ourselves and our families. I realize that the slate is probably only clean in some areas, but the chance to clear away extra “clutter” is an option for most of us, if we implement those New Year’s resolutions. I start thinking of what I want to put on the new resolution list somewhere around Thanksgiving—after all, that day helps us examine what we are thankful for. When I get my new calendars and start creating plans for the year ahead I always get a little excited by the opportunities of a new year. My initial planning for the year is to find time to enjoy my family, friends, and those new to my life. There are events that will be priorities in each of our lives. The time allocated on your calendar may vary depending on the timing and grandeur of the events. Summer weddings are a great time to extend your plans to include extra visiting and perhaps sight-seeing before or after. As we and our families age, we realize how precious our time is with each other. These gatherings should be fully enjoyed so that the memories will remain with us. I urge you to play board games, take walks, or participate in other exploration rather than individually play various electronic devices. Record others’ annual special dates on your calendar so that they aren’t overlooked. Each of us is warmed by others taking note of our birthdays and anniversaries. The way you do it is up to you, but I suggest a card for older generations (it can be read over and over). Phone calls can become wonderful visits. There are e cards, email, texting, and Facebook to name just a few other alternatives.
SHOP LOCAL. EAT LOCAL. SPEND LOCAL. ENJOY LOCAL. It Takes YOU to Start the Trend! Support the local businesses who support the area where you live, work & play. Easy Basil Cream Chicken 1 hot cooked and drained fettuccine 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed 1 cup minced onion 3/4 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons oil 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons flour 2 cups chicken broth 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon 1 cup whipping cream (I substitute whole milk for half) 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil 1/4 teaspoon pepper Saute chicken, onions, and mushrooms in oil for 4 minutes. In large saucepan, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Add chicken broth, boullion and cream. Stir in basil and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Combine with the chicken mixture. Serve over fettuccini. (I have also served it on potatoes.)
Henderson 21 By showing you remember, you have the opportunity to brighten someone’s day and you both will benefit from that act, so don’t let it pass without action on your part! If there is no special occasion, but you find your thoughts going toward someone, call them and make the connection.. In January, holiday tear-down can typically leave the house feeling empty. Time for a new houseplant or two and to start plans for Valentine’s Day in February. Stretch your Valentine celebration by making a special dinner the preceding weekend or baking cookies to share. Presidents’ Day follows, so there will be a vacation day from school—another reason for children to celebrate. March brings thoughts of gardening, spring, and St Patrick’s Day. That is a day when you can pretend to be Irish just to share in the fun. Those of us who are Irish celebrate with parades, corned beef, and green in abundance. Here, at Le Melange GIFTS and COLLECTIBLES, we expand into our courtyard for the comfort of our many guests. (We serve corned beef and cabbage to our customers that day.) That is an easy way to share time with your friends and family. We are always ready to share our recipes with you, just ask! Remember this New Year is your “do over,” so enjoy. Take time for yourself, your family, and friends. The resulting benefits can be shared with the rest of the world, making it a better place. Ed. Note: Georgia has owned her delightful shop for 36 years now and she keeps Christmas season decorations on display all year long. Throughout the year she and her staff enjoy going the extra mile with unique selections and warm displays that will help you find ‘just the thing’ for the difficult person on your list. Visit her shop, Le Mélange GIFTS & COLLECTIBLES, Suites D-F at 120 East Horizon Drive – Just a block east off US95 in Henderson -- on the southeastern rim of the Las Vegas valley.
Le Mélange GIFTS & COLLECTIBLES
120 East Horizon Drive – Suites D, (E, & F) Henderson, NV 89015
(702) LOVXMAS (5689627) or (800) 7315730
After Christmas Sale Jan 6-17th! Valentine’s Day is Saturday, February 14th Surprise her with a music box she will treasure forever.
Or delight your Valentine with gifts of Annalee® Dolls, Hand-made Jewelry,
Dawn’s Bears, Fenton Art Glass, and beautiful (or cute) cards.
Visit early, get it gift-wrapped for free, and enjoy the day with your Sweetie.
(Note - OPEN Valentine’s Day, 10 to 5 PM for last minute needs.)
St. Patrick’s Day is Tuesday, March 17th Irish Sale and Open House featuring Corned Beef & Cabbage Bring a friend and join us then or sooner...
& return to help E. Bunny prepare for Easter (April 5th) Regular Hours: Tuesday through Saturday: 10am to 5*pm. *As always, we stay open ‘til our last customer leaves!
Raspberry Cheese Bars 3/4 cup butter, softened 1 cup packed brown sugar 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 pkgs (one 8 ounces, one 3 ounces) cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 jar (18 ounces) red raspberry preserves 1/3 cup chopped slivered almonds Cream butter and brown sugar. Combine oats, flour, baking soda and salt; add in and mix well. Press 3/4 of the mixture into a greased 9” x 13” baking pan. Bake at 350° for 11-13 minutes or until edges just begin to brown. Meanwhile, beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Spread over crust. Drop preserves by spoonfuls over cream cheese mixture; carefully spread evenly. Combine almonds and remaining oat mixture; sprinkle over preserves. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and edges are golden brown. Cool before cutting. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 2-1/2 dozen.
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January/February/March 2015
Welcome to Boulder City!
As little as 20 minutes away from many locations in Henderson and Las Vegas, Boulder City offers an escape from the traffic and pace of those cities. Rather than turning left, come on through the town’s single traffic light. The road will still lead to the dam, AND with a scenic overlook of the lake along the way. Feel yourself unwind as Nevada Highway gently curves into Nevada Way. As you can see from our map on the back page, once you park you can get out and stroll the area of unique shops and eateries of the Old Town District. Many buildings retain the original Art Deco arched arcades on their frontage and the shop keepers can tell you about the history of their buildings, such as the old laundry building that now houses the enormous craft and antiques emporium, Goatfeathers. Boulder City ArtScape’s statuary placed intermittently along the sidewalks is a tour in itself, with plaques naming the pieces and artists. There are murals adorning some buildings, mostly painted by Connie Ferraro over several years. Many speak to the history of the town that built the Hoover Dam. Antique shops (see article on the next page), unique diners and restaurants, an old fashioned candy and ice cream shop are some of the businesses that will make your visit relaxing and enjoyable. Even getting a hair cut or dropping into the hardware store has a feeling of days-gone-by in Boulder City. Many visitors delightedly comment on the small town ‘Main Street’ feel that reminds them of the town where they grew up.
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by Glena Dunn In recent years, “going to Boulder City” has become synonymous with “going antiquing”. With the introduction of an annual outdoor antiques show and consistent exposure through The Country Register, the historic town has attracted more antique-type businesses and evolved into a day trip destination for those who love to treasure hunt. What you can find runs from rare and pricey specialties such as the original pedal cars and authentic old Native American jewelry at Back in Thyme to fun and affordable ‘Farm Chic’ at The White Porch. Over a dozen themed rooms at Antique Depot make it easy to focus what you collect, while exploring the meandering layout of the cavernous Goatfeathers offers delightful discovery at every turn. Everything at Younique is ‘unique’ and selected by Judi for its charm and gift-ability! Closely related (and extremely popular) are the salvage and upcycling shops with painted furniture and clever ideas for repurposing and decorating. Check out Restoreologie where Pam demonstrates how her own brand of chalk paint can update tired old furniture, and Epic Artware, which specializes in artistic upcycling. Owner/Artist Eric Liens makes one-of-a-kind lamps out of vintage items such as car parts, cameras, typewriters... he has a knack for attaching a light bulb and coordinating a shade to virtually anything that is visually interesting! Naturally, with all this strolling, shopping and inspiration absorption one gets hungry, so there are now twice as many unique eateries to sustain you as there were ten years ago. Check out our Boulder City Dining Guide on page 27 for our breakfast, lunch and dinner recommendations. Places to dine are indicated in red numbers on our back page Boulder City map. When using the map to find your way around Boulder City, you will find many other shops and eateries in between our advertisers that are located on the map. They too will welcome your visit and help to round out your day or weekend in Boulder City. With the new by-pass to be completed over the next two years, the destination identity The Country Register has helped to build and promote for Boulder City is going to be vital in keeping the expanded business community alive. A relaxing, retro day trip for Las Vegas and Henderson residents and visitors attracts a broad customer base including multi generations and lifestyles.
January/February/March 2015 Business owners, the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce and committees the city appoints will be evaluating what has worked in attracting those who enjoy what the town has to offer, and how to attract more of them. There is already some discussion of what could be added to enhance the Boulder City experience to replace the inevitable loss of tourist traffic due to the distancing of the interstate. We realize that with all Boulder City offers, it is impossible to patronize every advertiser every time you visit. But please stop by a few of the numbers on the map, and remind those owners that the welcoming invitation they help to extend every issue of The Country Register is noticed. This paper could not exist without our cooperative network advertisers, and Boulder City plays an important part. We want to make sure that this vibrant community doesn’t suffer with the by-pass. The ongoing patronage of our appreciative readership will help ensure that Boulder City remains intact for Southern Nevadans to enjoy in the years ahead. Next time you are planning to head to Boulder City, why not invite a friend or co-worker along and show them around? Enjoy their delight as they discover what is in the little town just over the hill. They will probably think of people they want to share it’s experiences with as well!
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Twenty-five years ago Marlis Walls opened her Craft Cottage when she retired as a contracting officer with the Bureau of Reclamation. She believes her shop may be the oldest retail store still in business in Boulder City, aside from Ace Hardware. She remembers a bus station on the corner of Nevada Way when she opened, and busses of tourists being dropped off to sight-see and tour the shops every day. Things got pretty quiet after that, but recently opened shops around hers have brought a new energy to Colorado Street. With her daughter, Annette Frazier’s help, she is able to keep up with the increase in traffic and still find time for the knitting she loves to work on in between customers. Annette’s crafting is more diversified and when you visit, you will see inspiring examples she has made with the supplies on hand in the shop.
1326 Wyoming St. Boulder City, NV
To celebrate their 25th anniversary with their valued customers, they are extending a 25% discount on purchases of craft and knitting supplies. The sale runs from January 1st until January 16th.
(702) 294-4465
YOUNIQUE ANTIQUES and
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1340 Wyoming Street
Boulder City, NV 89005
craftcottagebc.com
702-294-5030
Tues -Sat 10-5 Sunday Noon-4 Closed Monday
Vintage * Antiques * Gifts * Crafts * Art
goatfeathers 1300 Wyoming Street, Boulder City NV 89005
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THE DAM SHORT FILM FESTIVAL Isn’t this year’s poster stunning? At the top of our back page Boulder City map, you can see a different configuration of the artwork for the eleventh year of the Dam Short Film Festival. For the several years that we have been publishing ads and articles for the festival, I have marveled at the artwork that’s brought forth for the advertising. Several years I have thought that they had surely exhausted the potential for anything to equal, let alone exceed what I was currently admiring, and then the next year, I was amazed at yet another new and fresh approach. When they introduced this year’s poster on their Facebook page, they stated that if you have a pair of ChromaDepth glasses, you can actually view it in 3D! Somewhere I know I have some, and I am going to find them and be even more impressed. Another aspect of the Dam Short Film Festival that I notice and really appreciate is the type of traffic to Boulder City it generates. Unlike the predictable mission-oriented flow of families with strollers and/or dogs that we often see with the annual park events, this crowd is without baggage, streamlined and sensory, younger, alert to their surroundings, taking it all in, truly able to experience Boulder City. You get the feeling that they are not only enjoying themselves, but that they will be sharing their good impressions of the town with those they know. And that is exciting.
553 Hotel Plaza, BC
702-324-6923
by Glena Dunn
The rest of this article is taken from Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia, that is a wealth of information when you need it. I was not aware of much of this and thought our readers might find it interesting as well. The Dam Short Film Festival is a film festival held annually in Boulder City, Nevada, typically in early February. Lee Lanier and Anita Lanier are the original co-founders of the festival. The festival is organized by the Dam Short Film Society, a non-profit 501(c)3 Nevada corporation. Past festival sponsors have included The Art Institutes, the Nevada Film Office, the Hacienda Hotel and Casino, and Cirque du Soleil. The Society receives annual grants from the National Endowment for the Arts via the Nevada Arts Council. Started in 2005, the Dam Short Film Festival only screens films that run between 1 and 40 minutes. Generally, there are between 100 and 140 short films programmed each year. Although most of the festival shorts are submitted by student, independent, and other “up-and-coming” filmmakers, the stiff competition means many of the shorts have been produced involving film professionals. These have included Oscar-winner Louis Gossett Jr. in “Window,” Oscar-winner, Tom Hanks, William Shatner, and Michael York in “Why Shakespeare?”, the late Bela Lugosi narrating an animation based on the Edgar Allan Poe classic “The TellTale Heart”, Francesco Quinn in “The Gnostic”, and Robert Wagner and Lori Singer in “Little Victim “. The short films are arranged into thematic programs, such as international drama, crime drama, dramedy, science-fiction, horror, comedy, avant-garde, underground, and animation. In addition to the regular screenings, the festival presents special showcases and retrospectives; for example, the 2009 event featured a showcase dedicated to documentary filmmaker Jay Rosenblatt while 2008 included a program dedicated to animator Jim Blashfield. The festival also presents parties, mixers, filmmaker panels, and Q&A sessions with attending filmmakers. In 2008, the Festival moved to the historic 400-seat Boulder Theatre. The Theatre was built in 1931 and is currently owned by Desi Arnaz Jr. and his wife Amy. 2014 marked the 10th anniversary of the festival. At present, Lee Lanier serves as the Dam Short Film Society’s executive director while John LaBonney serves as festival director. The Society has a working board of directors that varies from 4 to 6 members. For updates on the Dam Short Film Festival, follow them on Facebook or check in on their website: www.damshortfilm.org. And to see more of the festival’s past artwork, do a search of google images. It seems like last year I was able to view them all together, but I couldn’t retrace my steps when I was trying to find a link for that to include in this article.
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Breakfast & Lunch
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538 Nevada Way
702-294-0517
Your next great meal is minutes away in Boulder City! (see back page for locations on map)
544 Nevada Way 293-2200 / 234-7260
453 Nevada Way (702) 243-2739
Stop by for a great time in Old Town BC Karaoke Friday Nights!
Sun - Wed: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Thu: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Fri - Sat: 11:00 am - midnight
Serving Beer & Wine
Hand-crafted Beers! Great Food! Live Music! Quality Food and Friendly Service
Mel’s Diner Breakfast * Lunch
558 Nevada Way
Boulder City, NV 89005
825 7amNevada Hwy, 3pm
7 days week Open a Daily 7 Am to 8 PM
(702) 293-1508 steaks * seafood * pasta chicken * burgers beer * wine
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Mon-Thur: 6 am-8 pm Fri-Sat: 6 am-9 pm Sun: 6:00 am - 8:00 pm 1420 Nevada Hwy Boulder City, NV 89005
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1632 Nevada Highway 702-754-6000 Delivery $2 1632 Nevada Highway Boulder City, NV 89005 702-754-6000
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Dine-In Hours Dine-In Hours HOURS Sun - Weds 4pm-10pm Monday - Thursday 11am - 9pm Friday & Saturday 11am - 10pm Mon-Thurs Thurs-Sat 11-9; Fri3pm &Sat 11-10; Sun 3-9 11am-10pm Sunday - 9pm
Slice and Drink $4.25 ALL DAY! Tuesday - Friday 11 am - 9:30 pm Saturday 4:00- 9:30 pm Closed
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(702) 294-0100 1129 Arizona Street Boulder City, Nevada
TOTO’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 806 buchanan blvd boulder city NV, 89005
702-293-1744
1224 Arizona St. 702-293-4001
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2 Red numbers are places to eat - Ads on page 27 Blue numbers are shops - Ads on pages 23-26
A Little History Boulder City was designed and built by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and the Six Companies to support the construction of Hoover Dam between 1931 and 1935, during the Great Depression. The Old Town District’ arched walkways exhibit the same Art Deco influence seen in the dam’s graceful design. The town was built in a triangle, with the Bureau at the top, and everything in walking distance. To this day, this part of town has a traditional feel, with parks and gazebo, city hall, post office, the historic theater and hotel...A small town atmosphere with most shop owners on hand, and locals in the diners, discussing the latest weather and town politics.
On NEVADA WAY 6. Healing Hands (pg 23) 7. Little City Grille 8. Jack’s Place (Ad pg 27) 9. Milo’s Cellar (Ad pg 27) 10. Grandma Daisy’s (Ad pg 27) 11. Back in Thyme (pg 23) 12. The Coffee Cup (Ad pg 27) 13. Epic Artware (Ad page 23) 14. Boulder Dam Brewing (Ad pg 27) On COLORADO 15. The White Porch (Ad pg 24)
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On WYOMING 20. GoatFeathers (Ad pg 25) 21. ReStoreOlogie (Ad pg 24) 22. Craft Cottage (Ad pg 24) 23. Younique (Ad pg 24)
Boulder City Public Art Scape As you use the map to stroll Old Town Boulder City, you will discover a whole new set of amazing sculpture placed on the sidewalks throughout the district. Our Boulder City Public Art Scape program started in 2006. Learn more about it at www.publicartscape.com. You will find additional outdoor public art to enjoy in the form of wall murals by local artist Connie Burnett Ferraro.