Local events
April 1
What: Water Smart by Design; class 1. Discover the seven steps of Water Smart landscaping, the basics of landscape design, how to select a theme and the plants that will bring it to life, and how to plant and maintain your new living work of art. Design 1-4 must be taken as a series. Design 5 and 6 can be taken as stand-alone classes. Classes continue on Thursday evenings.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Cost: For the entire six-class series, $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers; for classes 1-4, $28 members, $36 nonmembers; Design 5 or 6, $8 for members and $10 for nonmembers
Info: 822-7786; advanced registration required
What: Solar NV. Monthly meeting for those interested in renewable energy and energy efficiency.
Where: Desert Living Center at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 6-7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
April 2
What: Myron Martin. Part of the First Fridays series for industry professionals presented by the Las Vegas Design Center. Martin, president and chief executive officer of The Smith Center for Performing Arts, will discuss how the cultural center will impact the city and the downtown area in particular.
Where: Las Vegas Design Center, 495 S. Grand Central Parkway, Suite C-176
When: 10 a.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 599-3093 or e-mail lvdc@lvdesigncenter.com; reservations requested
April 3
What: Spring bazaar. The national award-winning floral design program at the College of Southern Nevada will hold its annual event featuring fresh and silk floral arrangements, Easter decorations, holiday decorations and artificial trees designed by students.
Where: Desert Garden Center, 6221 W. Charleston Blvd.
When: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Varies by item
Info: 651-5618
What: ABCs of herbs. Participants will learn all about herbs and what types are good to grow in your garden.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Cost: $10 adults, $8 children 5-17; $2 discount for members
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
What: Ask a master gardener: question and answer table. Master Gardeners will be on hand to answer questions and chat about gardening in Las Vegas.
Where: Plant World Nursery, 5301 W. Charleston Blvd.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Also to be held Sunday.
Cost: Free
Info: 522-1724
What: Plant a seed. Visitors to the Nature Exchange will plant a native seed and make a handmade newspaper pot.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 1-5 p.m.
Cost: $2 members, $3 nonmembers
Info: 822-7700
What: Drip irrigation; learn complete system installation from the street to the plants, including how to select and assemble components.
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 2-5 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7786; advance registration requested
April 8
What: Go solar. Find out what it takes to go solar and how to reduce your carbon footprint and become energy independent. Bring your power bill for a free analysis.
Where: Desert Living Center at Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
When: 6-7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Info: 822-7700
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