Las Vegas, Nevada's Eastside: 10 +1 Fun Activities for Families

William Bennett Remote Control Airfield

Are you looking for fun activities east of Las Vegas Boulevard? Here are my favorite picks for families including kid-friendly entertainment and learning experiences.

89115

Lowe's Build & Grow
Kids' Clinics
Build a wooden project, get a free apron, goggles, patch, and more!
2465 N Nellis Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89115
(702) 352-1836

89110

Sunrise Library
Study room, story room and story times, book clubs, art gallery, computers and more!
Clark County Las Vegas Library District
5400 E Harris Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89110
(702) 507-3900

89104

Home Depot
Kids Workshops
DIY projects for all ages!
1401 S Lamb Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 641-9600
MAP

Scrapbook Kyandyland
Scrapbook materials, classes and events
Sahara at Nellis Blvd.
2208 S Nellis Blvd.
Las Vegas, NV 89104 
(702) 894-9300

89142

Hollywood Community Services Center
Classes and Events
Community Center, Skate Park, Picnic Areas, Playground, Fitness Room, Gymnasium, Seasonal Day Camp, Dance & Exercise Rooms, Rooms available for Event Rentals and Neighborhood Services Offices.
Sahara & Charleston Blvd.
1650 S. Hollywood Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89142
(702) 455-0566
CCParks@ClarkCountyNV.gov
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Hollywood Aquatic Center
Ten (10) Lane Indoor Competition Pool, Indoor Instructional Pool, Indoor Party Room (available for a rental fee), Outdoor Activity Pool, Outdoor Interactive Play Equipment, Outdoor Water Slides, Outdoor Picnic Space (available for a rental fee)
Sahara & Charleston Blvd.
1550 S. Hollywood Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89142
(702) 455-8508
CCAquatics@ClarkCountyNV.gov
MAP

89122

Wetlands Park
FREE trail walks and FREE Nature Center
YouTube Video: Trail walks
7050 Wetlands Park Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89122
 (702) 455-7522
CCParks@ClarkCountyNV.gov
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Kids Garden Club
FREE gardening classes for children at Star Nursery
Boulder Hwy & East Tropicana
5340 Boulder Highway
Las Vegas, NV 89122
(702) 456-8818
Click Here for a Map/Driving Directions

Sam's Town Bowling Center
Bowling, Mystic Falls Laser Light Show, Calamity Jane's Ice Cream, and Century 18 at Sam's Town movie theatre
Sam's Town Hotel and Gambling Hall
5111 Boulder Hwy.
Las Vegas, NV 89122 
(702) 456-7777

Bennett Airfield
William Bennett RC Airfield located on the eastern edge of the Las Vegas Valley, just north of Sam Boyd Stadium
YouTube Video: RC Flying 
About Bennett Field
6800 East Russell Road
Las Vegas, NV 89122
(702) 455-8200
prsunsetfrontdesk@clarkcountynv.gov.
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Horseman's Park and Equine Event Center
20 acres of barns, arenas, and picnic areas, Horseman's Park Las Vegas allows one to retreat into the tranquility of equestrian life.
Follow the Calendar of Events
Check out the renovations revealed June 24, 2013
5800 E Flamingo Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89122
(702) 455.8206
Fax: 702.577.0796

Do You Want a Great Neighborhood? 89130 a Preferred Zip Code to Reside

Homeowners Gravitate to 89130: Convenience, Activities and School Choice 

For Sale: 4501 Shadow Dreams, Las Vegas, NV 89130

The 89130 zip code is an all-around worthwhile location to reside. Homeowners have the convenience of ease of freeway access. Craig Road offers generous space to enter and exit US 95. Rancho Road is another artery for driving ease. Shopping is another convenience. An abundance of shopping options are a well desired amenity in this area. The Rancho Sierra Shopping Center along North Rancho Road offers a Smith's market, TJ Maxx and Dollar Tree. Lowe's, a variety of banks, Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market, Fed Ex, Dunkin Donuts, dental care, car wash, pharmacy, animal hospital, restaurants, Kids Club of Las Vegas and much more!

Activities are here. Get outdoors and enjoy over 34 acres at Children's Memorial Park on West Gowan:

• Baseball/Softball Fields (6)
• Basketball Courts (2)
• Bocce Courts (2)
• Concession Stand
• Dog Park (2 dog runs)
• Fitness Course
• Horseshoe Courts (2)
• Jogging/Walking Paths (2)
• Playgrounds (4)
• Roller Hockey Rink
• Tennis Courts (2)
• Picnic Areas (9)
• Restroom Facilities 

The Northstars Dance Academy and Studio schedules a variety of classes to interest the dancer in the family. Excel Self Defense Studios operates along Craig Road. For the child ages 18 months -12 years, Creative Kids Learning Center is a accredited for a variety of programs.

Schools are priority for families. "Home buyers reported school boundaries are important when purchasing a home. The majority of the buyers, 90.53%, who completed the 2013 Realtor.com "Back to School" survey stated school boundaries are important or somewhat important in the decision." Ernest J. May Elementary School offers full day kindergarten, a Parent/Teacher/Student Organization (PTSO), and has made Adequate Yearly Progress. The Challenger School - Los Prados is located on Jones Blvd. and also offers summer programs. 

Real Estate News: The Numbers: Single Family Homes in Las Vegas, NV 89131 are Hot to Sell

Single Family Homes in Las Vegas, NV 89131 are Hot to Sell

Market Update: Characteristics per Quartile
89131 Zip Code
Driggs Title, Inc.

Hot Properties in 89131: Days on Market are Falling

The Days on Market (DOM) for single family homes in Las Vegas, NV 89131 has decreased.  The  DOM depends on the property median price. Driggs Title Inc. reported the average DOM was 98 days as of September 9, 2013. The table "Market Update: Characteristics per Quartile - 89131 Zip Code" shows a home with a median price of $525,000 has been on the market for an average 131 days, whereas a home median price of $270,000 has been on the market for an average 85 days. The real estate market continues to be "hot", meaning there is a greater demand for homes to sell with fewer homes available. With only 4148 properties listed (9/9/13), the inventory decreased this week which influenced the median list price to increase to $225,000. The market in 89131 continues to show bullish, investment prices rise faster compared to the historical average of the past few years.

Market Update: Quartile Prices
Bullish Market 89131 Zip Code
September 9, 2013
Driggs Title, Inc.

Many Reasons to Love Living in the 89131 Zip Code

Oh how I love 89131 and so do many other homeowners, let me count the ways. Visit the Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs. The 680 acre Floyd Lamb Park is an oasis in the desert of northwest Las Vegas with wildlife to observe, picnic areas, a farmer's market, many scheduled events, and more. City of Las Vegas Centennial Hills Community Center, Operated by the YMCA has a variety of activities and diverse facilities including pools, splash zone and slides. Centennial Hills Park offers some of the best park facilities in Las Vegas with a huge splash pad, a great place to keep cool all summer.  There are many reasons to enjoy Centennial Hills Park including easy access to the adjacent the Centennial Hills Library. The services and events this Las Vegas Library District branch offers is incredible!  Free tutoring, puppet shows, computer lab, storytimes, the list of amenities offered at the 32,431 SF Centennial Hills Library has something for everyone! Silverstone Golf Club  is a 27 hole championship golf course. Pick fresh fruits and vegetables spring, summer and fall (including a huge pumpkin patch) at Gilcrease Orchard. There are many places for equestrian training including Willow Pines Ranch and learn about innovative pet therapy.There are many discoveries to be made and enjoy, the list is long and continues, for the 89131 zip code neighborhoods.
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Summer Fun: Pick the Harvest September in Las Vegas, NV

Apples picked from a private residence;
Section 10, Las Vegas, NV

Southern Nevada has fresh food and fresh air. September is a time to pick your own and enjoy the harvest in Las Vegas and North Las Vegas. Get outside and experience the agricultural land in the Las Vegas Valley. Find a diverse selections of fruits and vegetables for you to select and pick.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Where to Produce to Pick in Southern Nevada

Gilcrease Orchard 7800 N Tenaya Way, Las Vegas 89131
Open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 7:00 am to noon.
Apples, pears, onions, zucchini, cantaloupes and more! The Gilcrease Orchard website is updated weekly with Pik-n-Pay list of available items.

Master Gardner Orchard: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension
4600 Horse Drive, North Las Vegas 89131
Call 702-257-5555 for hours of operation and ask about the available selection of produce. Join Master Gardner for classes and volunteering.

Cowboy Trail Farms 6550 Cowboy Trail Road, Las Vegas, NV 89131
Visit Cowboy Trail Farms where they grow an assortment of vegetables and herbs on one and a half acres in the Northwest area of Las Vegas. The farm has a 50-tree fruit orchard and three hoop houses enabling us to grow year round. Check out the KidzGrow2 plot established to teach children in our community how to grow their own edible gardens at home.

Urban Gardens and Markets

The Vegas Roots Community Garden offers the "Marketplace at the Roots
715 N. Tonopah Drive, Las Vegas NV, 89106
Winter Hours:Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturdays:9:00 am to 1:00 pm (Click HERE for winter 2013 closure) and Summer Hours:Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday: 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Nevada Offers Fresh Flavor: Farms, Farmers Markets and Products

Nevada Grownis a nonprofit Nevada corporation whose mission is to foster the success of sustainable agriculture in Nevada. Visit the website for a list of Nevada grown foods.