Henderson, NV May 2023

ladies ISSUE

The Ladies in Our Lives

I don’t know about you, but I love any opportunity to recognize the women in my life who just make life richer and more beautiful. Our wives, mothers, and daughters are some of the most influential women in our lives.

With our Ladies’ themed issue this May, and of course, with Mother’s Day this month, all eyes are on moms … but it’s not just the biological mothers but also the mother figures in our lives who have made an indelible impact on us. It’s the family members, teachers, friends, and neighbors doing awesome things in our communities, pouring into our lives, and making themselves unforgettable and irreplaceable.

I’m very proud of one of the key females in my life. I have a daughter graduating from medical school this month, and while she tells me constantly that she is not a doctor yet, it is nice to have a family member to bounce certain medical questions off of. Plus, I am looking forward to seeing what she accomplishes in her career.

While it’s always important to shop local and support our area businesses, this month is the perfect time to patronize businesses owned by women in our community. That’s one of my favorite parts of this role — connecting with and championing the best of the best when it comes to Henderson’s female business owners.

I personally know all the female business owners that are Henderson City Lifestyle’s marketing partners, and I highly recommend you seek them out when looking for a provider. Whether it be for a wedding cake or a new family doctor, they are all movers and shakers. They are both seen and unseen.

I hope you’ll take a few minutes to send a text, make a phone call or get your kids on a video call with the women in your life who deserve recognition. It only takes a minute to brighten someone’s day and remind them how much you love them.

And remember … do something special for your mother on Mother’s Day and tell her ‘thank you’ for everything she did for you!

May 2023

PUBLISHER

Everett Dorand | everett.dorand@citylifestyle.com

EDITOR

Paige Candee | paige.candee@citylifestyle.com

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Heather Turk, Patranya Bhoolsuwan, Liza Belka, Kyla Sawyer, Nate Wilson, Andres Molina

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Bronson Loftin, Edison Graff

Corporate Team

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA Mindy Hargesheimer

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

WEB APPLICATIONS Michael O’Connell

AD DESIGNER Hunter Richie

LAYOUT DESIGNER Eva Tucker

EVERETT DORAND, PUBLISHER @HENDERSONCITYLIFESTYLE

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1: The Shade Tree’s 3rd Annual Champagne and Pearls fundraiser was held at the Emerald at Queensridge. 2: Proceeds benefited the emergency shelter’s residents who are victims of domestic violence, human trafficking and/or homelessness. 3: Each guest received brunch, mimosas, a gift bag, an interactive panel discussion, shopping experience, and more. 4: After cheers, a panel discussed gender bias, overcoming gender inequity, and embracing equity within our own sphere of influence. 5: Marie Mortera, Norma Intriago, Roxann McCoy, Piper Overstreet, Punam Mathur, and Linda Perez. 6: Guests supported Shade Tree’s programs including sheltering, workforce readiness, health services, and housing assistance. 7: Guests shopped for items crafted by local female artisans.

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1: B.E. A S.H.E.R.O. Foundation Awareness Gala Hand Balancer Performer Iris, of Coach Olga Pikhienko. 2: Auctioneer Jeff Manning, who donated his time to the cause, and wife Natalie Manning. 3: SHERO Founder Kimberly Miles and husband Eric G. Miles discussed supporting girls in vulnerable situations and victims of sex trafficking. 4: Teen Board Members and guests enjoyed the 360 photo booth at the Palms Casino Resort. 5: The SHERO Teen Board rocked the red carpet. 6: Rico Bozant and Jennifer Romas dazzled. 7: LVMPD Detective Julia Tafesh and Assistant Sheriff Sasha Larkin supported the cause.

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Lux Dermatology Held Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Celebration

Lux Dermatology, alongside the Henderson Chamber of Commerce, celebrated the grand opening of its newest office. The ceremonial ribbon cutting highlighted Lux Dermatology’s Henderson, Nevada, location off of 2843 St. Rose Parkway, making it the business’s seventh location across Nevada and California. Specializing in Medical, Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology, Lux Dermatology offers services including acne care, Botox® application, microneedling, and more, as well as specializing in skin cancer detection and treatment.

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The Beverly Theater is Now Open

Las Vegas’ only indie film house, storytelling headquarters, and inten tional live music venue, The Beverly Theater, is officially open. The twostory, 14,306 square-foot film house and performance theater features three distinct areas: the main the ater, Segue jazz terrace, and court yard, each designed with purpose and intention. The Beverly Theater will offer regular programming to spotlight imaginative indie films, intimate musical performances, and thought-provoking literary moments.

Grand Canyon Develop ment Partners and GC Garcia Help Students Construct Doghouses

Local students helped out Las Vegas furry friends thanks to Grand Canyon Development Partners and GC Garcia. The companies funded construction materials for sophomores in the construction program at East Career & Technical Academy so they could build 15 insulated doghouses as part of a school project. Once completed, the doghouses were handed over to area animal shelters to give to residents who adopt dogs or to auction off to raise funds for the shelters.

Photo courtesy of The Beverly Theater

Photography by The Ferraro Group

All-New “IT” Themed Multi-Room Escape Experience Now Open

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Egan Escape Productions have joined forces to bring fans their newest escape room experience, ‘Escape IT.’ Located off Symphony Parkway and Martin Luther King Boulevard and spanning over 30,000 square feet, Escape IT is a new take on the traditional escape room experience, offering multi-room escape adventures that bring to life “IT.” The attraction includes more than 20 interactive rooms, state-ofthe-art special FX, lighting, animatronics, and live actors.

local experiences

The best places and things to do in our area.

Grab your gal pals and plan a relaxing or upscale day, weekend, or GNO (Girls Night Out!) with any one of these local experiences fit for the females.

Our Picks for The Gal Pals

PINOT'S PALETTE: Enjoy drinks, upbeat music, and hanging out with your favorite people while you paint! It's fun for first-time painters and experienced artists. 2260 Village Walk Drive, #104, Las Vegas, NV

VEGAS VALLEY WINERY: Girls' night is every Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Vegas Valley Winery. Whites and rosés are only $7, reds are $8, small pizzas are $5. 7360 Eastgate Road, Henderson, NV

WINE AND CANVAS: Follow step-by-step instructions to recreate beautiful paintings while sipping $10 bottomless mimosas during bottomless Mimosa Sunday. 730 West Sunset Road, Henderson, NV

LOVELADY BREWING COMPANY: Enjoy a local brew on the outdoor patio with your animal-loving friends.  Leash-kept dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio. 20 South Water Street, Henderson, NV

CITY LIGHTS ARTS GALLERY: Sign up for an art class or take a guided tour from volunteer local artists at City Lights Arts Gallery. 3 East Army Street, Henderson, NV

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THE ICONIC MINT JULEP

With the Kentucky Derby around the corner, it’s time to cheers with the famed bourbon cocktail, the Mint Julep. With a balance of sweet, smoky, and herbal flavors, the Mint Julep has been the traditional cocktail of the Kentucky Derby for almost a century. Each year, nearly 120,000 mint juleps are served over the two-day weekend of the Kentucky Derby horse races at Churchill Downs racetrack. That equates to more than 10,000 bottles of bourbon, 1000 pounds of fresh mint, and 60,000 pounds of ice!

Drinks that are this legendary can sometimes seem difficult to make, but the recipe is actually very easy and requires just a few key ingredients.

INGREDIENTS

Mint Simple Syrup

• 1 cup of water

• 1 cup of granulated sugar

• 4 or 5 sprigs of fresh mint

Mint Julep

• 2 ounces of bourbon

• 1 ounce of simple syrup

• 2-3 sprigs of fresh mint, leaves removed from one stem

• Crushed ice

• Mint sprig, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

Simple Syrup

Make a simple syrup by boiling sugar and water together and stirring for about five minutes. Immediately remove the pot from the heat. Add about five sprigs of fresh mint. Cover and cool. Remove the mint and refrigerate overnight. Can be stored for up to three weeks.

Mint Julep

• Pluck the mint leaves off of one sprig and place them in the bottom of your glass.

• Pour in the simple syrup.

• Muddle the leaves and syrup.

• Add the bourbon to the glass

• Fill glass with crushed ice.

• Stir the cocktail until the glass frosts.

• Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Nate Wilson has been a premier bartender and mixologist in Las Vegas for more than 20 years. He has thrived at fine dining restaurants on the Strip, graced personal catering experiences, and been named employee of the year multiple times by major casino-hotels for his creativity, attention to detail, and exquisite customer service. Currently, Nate attends to the bar scenes at Vegas’ most exclusive neighborhood, The Summit Club and its golf course, and at the best new restaurant on the Strip, The Bedford by Martha Stewart.

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TITLE 1 LAS VEGAS PRINCIPAL SHARES

LIFE-LONG PASSION FOR EDUCATION

ARTICLE BY PATRANYA BHOOLSUWAN PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LENETTE REECE

CHANGING LIVES THROUGH INSPIRATION AND ONE SMALL ACT OF KINDNESS AT A TIME

“I love working at these schools because I know these are places where I can make a difference.”

Reece says since she stepped into the role as principal, she has made changes that turned her school into a hub for the community. She started by taking care of the physical things that would boost school pride, like getting rid of piles of textbooks and papers along with broken furniture that used to line the hallways. Then she created more activities throughout the year to engage both the staff and parents.

“What job is better than being a teacher? It has allowed me to both be good at my job and also be a good mom.”

Reece, a mother of 10, has spent her entire 21-year career in education at the Clark County School District. For the last seven years, she has served as principal at Rundle Elementary School. She said it’s the best job but not always the easiest.

“In this school, we all have a hard job. At times, it’s a heart-wrenching job,” said Reece. “There’s not many days that we don’t call Child Protective Services. But I can say there are more wins than not.”

Reece started her career as a substitute teacher while getting her master’s degree. Since then, she has taught first and fifth graders, kids with autism, and has worked with teachers as a learning strategist. Before taking on the role of principal, Reece was an assistant principal for three years. All the schools she has worked at have been Title 1 Schools.

“When I first started this program, I had only had seven people show up for these activities. Seven people total. I had more staff members than I had parents and students,” said Reece. “Today, we are proud to say we have anywhere between 500 to 1000 students and families show up to each of the engagement activities. We have at least one activity each month, and attendance is always amazing.”

Reece says her proudest accomplishments have been in helping to positively transform the lives of her students. She said one story that has really stuck with her is one that happened recently involving a fifth grader. Reece said this girl had such a horrific home life that she had to call suicide protocol on the student several times. Reece says she made it a point to check in on this girl daily and even had one of her own children, who is now an adult, come in every Friday to talk with the student. That effort paid off when the girl came to Reece for an unexpected conversation at the end of the school year.

“She came to me and said she had found a box of razor blades that she had hidden away because she was cutting,” said Reece. “She told me then that she didn’t want to cut herself anymore,

so she didn’t need these blades anymore. And she wanted me to have them. I was so relieved because I knew I was about to lose her to middle school, and I wanted to make sure she was okay. And I think she will be."

Reece says community partners across Southern Nevada have also been instrumental in launching projects that helped her students get resources they would otherwise go without. One project is called “Closets for Good,” sponsored by Zappos. This closet, which was set up a few years ago at Rundle, contains everything from food, clothing, shoes, socks, underwear, and personal hygiene products. Zappos donates to this closet every month so it stays stocked with things that the students and their families can use.

"A lot of my kids, if we don’t feed them, they don’t eat," said Reece. “There are never enough weekend bags for food. If anyone asks what we need, it’s socks and underwear because that’s a luxury for a lot of families who can’t even afford food. My biggest challenge is getting the students what they need to educate them. The kids need to have food, and they need to feel safe. They need those things before they can think about sitting down to learn."

Reece says that despite the current teacher shortage crisis, her school is among the ones that are fully staffed. She credits that to her teachers sharing her academic vision as exemplified by Rundle Elementary's motto: “Changing the world one small act of kindness at a time.”

“There’s no one in my school that’s more important than anyone else. I don’t care what my job is or what their job is. Everyone is as important as the next. The custodians, the support staff, the teachers, and myself.”

Throughout her career, Reece has received a number of awards and recognitions, but Reece said what she's most proud of is what she sees every day when she steps inside her school.

"I don't leave there a single day without getting 300 to 400 hugs," said Reece. "If you need something special in life, just come to my school. I know every kid's name. I know their stories. I know their families. That's my job, and I have the best job in the world. I really do have the best job in the entire world."

IF YOU ARE READING THIS... SO IS YOUR BEST CLIENT.

Local Professionals Providing Essential Self-Care Services

ARTICLE BY LIZA BELKA

Mandy Buttrum, MD.

Avandy Medical

Mandy Buttrum, MD, is a physician at Avandy Medical, a “female-lead physician group that takes pride in their ability to treat patients with the respect and dignity they deserve.”

Dedicated to providing high-quality collaborative care between physicians and their patients, Avandy Medical provides Primary Women’s [and Men’s] Health Care, Annual Check Ups, and Wellness Exams, as well as Acute Sick Visits, Immunizations, Flu, Strep, & COVID tests, and Specialist Referrals — allowing you to take care of yourself and your family’s needs all in one place.

Women providers helping women in our community take care of themselves

As women, we typically wear many hats. Friend, Sister, Mother, Homemaker, Caregiver, Business Professional, Vacation Planner, Budget Strategist … the list goes on. It is easy for us as women to get wrapped up in the day-to-day chaos of our lives, and we often find that we tend to everyone but ourselves first. In caring for others so much, we frequently forget to show our bodies the love they equally deserve. And just as others rely on us for care, it is also okay to lean on others for support and self-care services.

Three local professionals are providing essential self-care services catered towards women by women. With services ranging from Primary Health & Wellness, Permanent Makeup & Lash Extensions, and Medical, Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology, each business has something for every woman to care for themselves physically and allow them to feel better mentally. Read about these impactful women below and feel your best by treating yourself to one (or more) of their services.

Dr. Brandy Buttrum received her training from the St. George University School of Medicine and completed her Family Medicine Residency at the University of Florida. Her interests include Family Medicine, Women’s Health, Preventive Healthcare, and Healthy Living.

When asking Dr. Buttrum what her best advice to give to women seeking to take better care of themselves was, she said:

“Take time to focus on yourself and your well-being. Preventative care is truly the BEST care.”

Avandy Medical is a state-of-theart facility located in Henderson, Nev., geared towards treating your issues effectively and focusing on your wellness and health needs.

Courtesy of Avandy Medical

Mila Thomas, Master Artist/Owner

Mila Aesthetics

Mila Thomas is a Master Artist and Owner of Mila Aesthetics, whose motto is “Enhance your natural beauty.” She has a team of highly rated Permanent Makeup Artists and Lash Artists who are multi-certified, experienced, and recruited at the highest standard. Mila and her team prioritize their client's health and safety, using vegan and/ or organic products and routinely asking a series of questions to ensure that each service is right for the client. Mila and her team are sure to listen to what the client wants and ensure they are comfortable before beginning any procedures.

Services available include Microblading, Microblade & Shade, Ombré Powder Brows, Microblade & Powder Combo, Feather Nano Brows, Cover-Up/Corrections, Lip Blushing, Eyeliner Tattoo, Beauty Marks, Tiny Tattoos, PMU Removal/Lightening, Eyelash Extensions, Brow Lamination, Brow Tinting, Eyelash Lifts, and Brow Wax & Shape.

Mila Thomas is a Licensed Aesthetician, Permanent Makeup Artist, and Master Trainer with Beauty Angels International Academy. Mila has seven years of experience in the Beauty Industry and holds more than 60 certifications in Microblading, Nano Brows, Permanent Makeup, Eyelash Extensions, Tattoo Removal, and more leading techniques in the Permanent Makeup Industry.

When asking Mila what her best advice to give to women seeking to take better care of themselves was, she said:

“Use a gentle face cream with an SPF daily. Lastly, maintenance is key in the beauty world, so have a plan, a budget, and a routine.”

Mila Aesthetics is a permanent makeup academy and beauty salon specializing in Microblading, Permanent Makeup (PMU), and Eyelash Extensions. The business’ main goal is to provide long-lasting beauty without compromising the health and integrity of clients.

Erica Moran, PA-C Lux Dermatology

Erica Moran, PA-C, is a Certified Physician Assistant at Lux Dermatology, where physicians and staff have a genuine passion for skin care and believe in nourishing the health and look of each person’s skin.

Erica, alongside Lux Dermatology doctors and staff, offer services like acne care, Botox® application, microneedling, and more, as well as specializing in skin cancer detection and treatment.

Erica Moran is a Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) who graduated from Touro University Nevada-Henderson. Erica earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a minor in Gerontology from the University of Nevada Reno. Prior to joining the Lux

Dermatology practice, Erica spent over five years in the medical field in various roles, providing a broad range of experience and insight into quality patient care, which Erica is extremely passionate about.

When asking Erica what her best advice to give to women seeking to take better care of themselves was, she said:

“Wear SPF 30 every day! It’s never too late to start wearing sunscreen. And make sure to get your yearly skin check from your dermatology provider.”

Lux Dermatology is a Medical, Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatologist office located in Las Vegas, Nev., with additional offices located across Nevada and California.

A Little Slice of Heaven

WEDDING CAKES WITH OCAKESIONS

ARTICLE BY KYLA SAWYER | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF OCAKESIONS

Wedding season is here! And so are beautifully towering cakes. Jerica Diez, Owner and Chef at Ocakesions, enjoys helping her customers receive the cake of their dreams.

Diez said, “I’m delighted to say that I haven’t produced the same cake twice this year, as people choose designs that work for themselves and their personal styles. If they want to throw an 80s-style wedding, I am totally for it. If they want anime characters covering their cake, that's what I will create for them.”

With a vast array of cake flavors, fillings, and toppings, the possibilities are endless. In addition to all the traditional flavors, customers can choose from Diez’s unique flavors, such as Hawaiian Guava, Mango Lovers, Classic Strawberries & Cream, Chocolate Lover’s Delight, and more.

Suppose a tiered cake isn’t your ideal wedding dessert. In that case, Ocakesions’ obsession with desserts will lead you to the perfect solution with cupcakes, cake pops, tarts, dessert shooters, brownies, cookies, New York cheesecakes, or even Rice Krispies Treats.

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Keep the Heat Out, Fashionably

TOP LOCAL COMPANIES FOR DESIGNING WINDOWS, DOORS, SHUTTERS, AND MORE

ARTICLE BY KYLA SAWYER

The heat in Las Vegas is no joke, so citizens of this desert city must be very conscious of how hot it gets outside compared to inside their houses. Windows play a larger role in people's lives than given credit. Whether it is to add a decorative touch to the interior, provide natural light into a room, or insulate the temperature in the home, both Sunburst Shutters & Window Fashions and US Energy Windows & Doors will prioritize what is best for their customers and the long-term functions for their windows.

Sunburst Shutters & Window Fashions builds and installs custom shutters, blinds, and shades to beautify homes and make them more energy efficient. They are known for their commitment to quality, whether it’s their products or the care their professionals put into their work. The experts at Sunburst Shutters collaborate with their clients and understand how to match their personal taste to the functionality of the window treatments the client desires. Two of their most sought-after products are motorized

Photo courtesy of Sunburst Shutters

roller shades and their most popular Polywood shutters. If a customer needs a little guidance in creating an overall look to match a room, Sunburst Shutters has an entire gallery to showcase endless possibilities of designs, layouts, and treatments.

Despite Sunburst Shutters receiving countless awards for their products and quality service, their proudest accomplishment is the relationships they have built over the years with their customers. Sunburst Shutters & Window Fashions Chief Marketing Officer John Barnes said, “Our most cherished accomplishment is the relationships we’ve built with so many homeowners, business owners, interior designers, and builders. Our goal

is to create a remarkable customer experience on every project. And in the process of doing that, we’ve made long-lasting friendships.”

US Energy Windows & Doors has more than 40 years of experience in designing and supplying new or replacement windows and doors. Their team knows just how important their customers’ homes are, so they take pride in delivering exceptional service. They offer a wide variety of different types of windows like vinyl, aluminum, wood, and fiberglass. Doors can be a highly used function within the house; therefore, US Energy Windows & Doors makes sure that not only their windows are of the highest quality, but also their

“What has been our most cherished accomplishment is the relationships we’ve built with so many homeowners, business owners, interior designers, and builders. Our goal is to create a remarkable customer experience on every project. And in the process of doing that, we’ve made long-lasting friendships,” John Barnes

Photo courtesy of Sunburst Shutters

Photo courtesy of Sunburst Shutters

doors. Balancing aesthetics with functionality is a must when it comes to such a vital application to a house, so these experts take everything from the initial consultation and estimate to the actual installation of their products with professionalism and perfection.

Quality name-brand manufacturers are a key ingredient in how US Energy Windows & Doors conducts their business. Brands like Milgard, Therma, and Unilex are just a few that truly confirm their reliability and quality. If a client doesn’t know where to begin with which product to

choose from, experts will help guide them while keeping the customer’s vision in mind.

Houses can be the most fundamental aspect and largest investment of one’s life, so finding a company to entrust foundational features like windows, doors, and design aspects like shutters and blinds, can be daunting. Both Sunburst Shutters & Window Fashions and US Energy Windows & Doors equally share reliability, collaboration, and quality in both service and product. Keeping customers happy and comfortable within their homes, no matter the climate, is a guarantee.

A Flavorful Fiesta for Cinco de Mayo or Any Day

TREAT YOUR TASTE BUDS TO EL LUCHADOR MEXICAN KITCHEN + CANTINA’S DELECTABLE DISHES

As the executive chef of El Luchador Mexican Kitchen + Cantina’s Henderson and Mountain’s Edge locations, Lorena Telles knows a thing or two about cooking for large parties — especially on Cinco de Mayo.

“You want to create a menu that can be cooked quickly and easily,” she said. “Keep it simple and choose dishes you’re confident in.”

Perhaps that’s why many of the traditional Mexican dishes Telles learned to cook as a child are now served at El Luchador. Everything from the salsa to the marinade used for the pastor tacos is made from family recipes taught to Telles by her mother and grandmother. While several menu items

— like the mole sauce — are far from simple to create, they’ve become easy over time for Telles because of her repeated experience making them.

“We’ve done our best to create a menu that not only showcases traditional Mexican staples but also highlights some unique twists that may not be found elsewhere,” Telles said. “Everything is fresh, made daily, and — most importantly — tastes amazing!”

For those who’d rather go out to celebrate the holiday, El Luchador will have food and drink specials throughout May 5. In fact, the restaurant regularly offers daily specials, like $3 Taco Tuesday, so guests can act like it’s Cinco de Mayo every day!

ARTICLE BY HEATHER TURK

Inside the Henderson El Luchador’s 275-seat dining room.

Photo credit Bronson Loftin

Dishes to Try:

Crispy Chicken Taquitos

El Luchador’s crispy chicken taquitos are perfect for any at-home Cinco de Mayo celebration; as Telles noted, “it’s a dish that can easily be cooked for large groups and is always a crowd favorite.”

Ingredients :

• ¼ cup dark chili powder

• ¼ cup light chili powder

• ¼ cup ground cumin

• ¼ cup granulated garlic

• 1 tbsp. granulated onion

• 2 tbsp. kosher salt

• 1 tbsp. paprika

Directions:

• 5 lbs. chicken thighs

• 1 cup vegetable oil

• Pico de gallo

• Avocado crema

• Shredded lettuce

• Cotija

• Soft tortillas

1. Mix spices together, then add the chicken thighs, ensuring they’re properly seasoned.

2. Pour into an oven-safe dish and cover with foil.

3. Leave in the oven at 325 degrees for 2 to 3 hours.

4. Remove from oven and make sure the chicken is completely cooked (internal temperature of cooked chicken cannot be any lower than 165 degrees).

5. Shred the chicken once cooled down.

6. Place shredded chicken horizontally

across the center of a soft tortilla, then roll.

7. To keep the taquitos in place, pierce them with two medium-length bamboo skewers fitting between two to three taquitos, or mix a little bit of water and flour to make a thick paste and seal the taquitos with that.

8. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep sauté pan until it reaches 350 degrees, then carefully place taquitos in the oil until they turn golden brown.

9. Strain the extra oil, serve with avocado crema, shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, and cotija on top, and enjoy!

Triple Threat Chimichanga

Photo credit Edison Graff

Birria Quesadilla

Photo courtesy of El Luchador

Elote en Plato

Photo credit Edison Graff

El Luchador serves a variety of tasty tacos, including a birria that Telles highly recommends.

Photo credit Edison Graff

A curated selection of the most intriguing upcoming events in our area.

Tai Chi with Jeanne

PASEO VERDE LIBRARY | 9:00 AM

Learn and enjoy the benefits of Tai Chi. This class meets on Thursday, May 4th, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participants of all levels are welcome, including those with little to no experience. You may take the class standing or sitting. Contact 702-707-2665 for more information.

Dress for Success Southern Nevada's Success Showcase

FOUR SEASONS LAS VEGAS | 12:00 PM

Join Dress for Success Southern Nevada for its 2023 Success Showcase & Champagne Lunch at the Four Seasons Las Vegas for an awe-inspiring event that will celebrate the resiliency of clients, volunteers, and community partners. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. for VIP check-in, a champagne reception, and silent auction. Visit www.dressforsuccesssouthernnevada.org for tickets or more information.

St. Jude’s Ranch for Children's Wine, Women & Shoes

WESTGATE LAS VEGAS RESORT | 1:00 PM

St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, a community of healing and hope, will host its popular Wine Women & Shoes fundraising event. Guests will enjoy wine tasting, food, designer shopping, a fashion show, an auction, Best in Shoe awards, and a party atmosphere with great company. For tickets, tables, and sponsorships, visit https://WWS23.givesmart.com

Art Festival of Henderson 2023

WATER STREET PLAZA | 9:00 AM

Celebrate Mother's Day with one of the most popular Art Festivals in the region. This annual tradition features a variety of contemporary artists, fine unique crafts, even fashion and home décor artisans. Visitors will see live art demonstrations such as glass blowing and a chalk art competition along with daily entertainment. Visit www.cityofhenderson.com for more details.

Shakespeare on the Plaza with The Tempest

WATER STREET PLAZA | 7:30 PM

The Nevada Shakespeare Festival returns to the Water Street Plaza with a special production of The Tempest from May 19th to May 27th. Get swept away by this enchanting, delightful, and unique interpretation. As a special treat, the performers will offer a question-and-answer session after the play. For additional information on the Nevada Shakespeare Festival, visit www.nevadashakespearefestival.com .

Free Public Skate

LIFEGUARD ARENA | 11:00 AM

Beat the heat and get on the ice! The City of Henderson and Lifeguard Arena are teaming up to offer free public skates to our community on select dates this year. Skaters of all ages and experience levels are welcome. Registration is required in order to participate. Learn more at www.cityofhenderson.com.

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