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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JANUARY 2021 PUBLISHER

Cristine Lindholm | cristine.lindholm@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Hello 2021!

HAPPY NEW YEAR AND WELCOME TO THE WELLNESS EDITION OF RED ROCK LIFEST YLE! As I write this letter, the promise of an effective COVID-19 vaccine is being heavily reported. Personally, I can’t think of a better way to say Aud Lang Syne to 2020 and the tragic pandemic that came with it.

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Matthew Endersbe L AYO UT DESIGNER

Kelsey Proctor CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Patranya Bhoolsuwan, Jeanette Schneider, Burton Hughes, Doug Zucco, Amy Belka CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Mikel Conrad, Marcy Johnson, Bethany Paige, Usman Malik, Catherine Neilan

I heard someone say the coronavirus has been a revealer and an accelerator.

Accelerating the development of a vaccine for the good of the globe has been remarkable and historic. This will absolutely be an impetus for improved health and wellness worldwide and it could not come soon enough.

On an individual basis, this pandemic has certainly revealed triggers of emotional, financial, and physical insecurity. Achieving wellness is unique to everyone and can come in many forms: Mindfulness, Financial Wellness, Safety, Beauty & Vitality, Losing Fat (not just weight) and Personal Training. We found inspiration in the members of our Red Rock Lifestyle community around these topics that we are delighted to share.

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point to share what 2020 revealed about your wellbeing with your family, friends

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and most important with yourself. Let’s be intentional about accelerating our wellness for ourselves and for our community.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2021

FEATURES 12 Fitness in the New Year, It’s Personal 16 Finding Financial Success in 2021 Local says the right financial advisor who goes the extra mile can make all the difference

20 Wellness As a Lifestyle A commitment to self through mediation and mindfulness

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26 Self-Care, Self-Defined Beauty, and SelfConfidence in 2021

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DEPARTMENTS

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Inspired By

20 Tech Savvy 22 Local’s Choice 26 Locally Owned 28 DIY 30 Lifestyle Calendar 32 Driver’s Notebook

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Vintage & Vines 2020 Fundraiser Gala Adam's Place's annual fundraiser went virtual, broadcasting live from Jaguar Land Rover Las Vegas in November 2020. Hosted by TV Personality Patranya Bhoolsuwan and Magician Vinny Grosso, the event featured entertainment by Singer Kelly Vohnn and Country Music Artist Michael Peterson. The charity raised more than $12,000 to provide grief support to children, teens, and families.

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1. Kelly Boyers, Patranya Bhoolsuwan, Kelly Vohnn, and fellow superheroes | 2. Jaguar Land Rover Las Vegas General Manager Ray Dinardi and Adam's Place Founder and Executive Director Kelly Thomas Boyers

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AROUND TOWN Agassi Foundation for Education Learning Center, Cure 4 Kids marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony with local dignitaries from Clark County School District and The Andre Agassi Foundation for Education. Funding from The Andre Agassi Foundation for Education will cover the Learning Center's build-out, operating costs, supplies, educational software, equipment, and more. cure4thekids.org

DESERT BREEZE DENTAL IS EXPANDING Coming soon, Dr. Paul VreNon of Desert Breeze Dental is opening a new cosmetic dentistry suite adjacent to his current dental office. This expansion is 3,060 square feet and will provide more privacy for the overall health and wellness of every patient.

Dr. VreNon is the only dentist in Nevada accredited with the AACD (American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry). The new cosmetic suite will include advanced digital technology, digital smile designs, and more. The new suite will be completed in spring of 2021. mydesertbreezedental.com

SUSAN G. KOMEN NEVADA GETS LOCAL SUPPORT What better way to generate funds for an amazing cause than to give locals a win-win offer? That is what Furniture Market did during October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month when they offered to contribute 10 percent of their clients’ purchase discount to help fight breast cancer. Furniture Market Owner Liz Werner was able to present a $3,500 check to Dawn Creech and Sherry Alexis with Susan G. Komen Nevada. fmvegas.com, komennevada.org

ANTHROPOLOGIE OPEN IN DOWNTOWN SUMMERLIN Anthropologie recently opened its newest Las Vegas store in Downtown Summerlin. The new

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store features Anthropologie’s signature assortment of lifestyle merchandise including apparel, accessories, home décor and beauty. The refined

Cure 4 The Kids Foundation recently announced

rustic style of the Downtown Summerlin store was

the first-of-its-kind educational partnership within

inspired by Las Vegas’ natural elements, includ-

the State of Nevada to help pediatric cancer

ing nearby Red Rock Canyon. Nods to the desert

patients and others with catastrophic conditions,

environment can be found in the store’s color

advancing their educational progress while receiv-

palette as well as its wood cladding. Open daily.

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ARTICLE PAIGE CANDEE PHOTOGRAPHY MIKEL CONRAD

ON THE SWIM TEAM AT AGE FOUR, A LIFEGUARD AND AEROBICS INSTRUCTOR AT 16, NEARLY 20 YEARS AT LAS VEGAS ATHLETIC CLUBS, AND THE LAST DECADE AS THE LAS VEGAS COUNTRY CLUB FITNESS DIRECTOR, AMY WILSON IS AN EXPERIENCED AND

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Professional Level 3 and Power Coach 2, and is CPR certified by the American Heart Association. Amy is also a Nesta CPT, AFAA Group Fitness Instructor, Les Mills Instructor, and Team Beachbody Coach.

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Amy for 20 years and her passion for fitness and its impact on a person’s overall wellbeing has never ceased. Neither has her enthusiasm and positivity for anything life throws at us. I asked her to share some thoughts on fitness as we all set out to rock 2021.

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Q& A: FITNESS IN THE NEW YEAR, IT’S PERSONAL

HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

Kelly Boyers and Amy Wilson

WHY ARE YOU SO PASSIONATE ABOUT FITNESS? My passion for fitness comes from what it has done for me

That is the goal - living an active, healthy life.

This is more important now than ever.

and watching the magic it has had on countless people’s lives.

I’ve watched transformations and had a front row seat to people

WHAT FITNESS TRENDS HAVE YOU SEEN

getting off medications, kicking addictions, losing hundreds of

DURING THE PANDEMIC?

pounds, easing mental disorders, building confidence, and reduc-

2020 definitely threw us all a curveball. People

ing pain. I consider myself very lucky that I can help people achieve

had to get creative, leaving their high-energy

their goals in a very personal way and channel my love for fitness

packed classes and high-end facilities, they

into life-changing moments.

began working out in small groups or one-onone in their homes, garages or parks. Many cli-

HOW DOES FITNESS IMPACT MENTAL HEALTH?

ents were more comfortable having me come to

I love this question! Movement is medicine, not only for our

their house for workouts versus meeting in the

physical body, but also for our heart, mind, and soul. Fitness is

gym. Online training, coaching and workouts

not just about being a certain size, shape, or weight; it helps keep

have also become much more popular.

anxiety, depression, sleeping issues, and mental disorders at bay.

The amount of people I’ve trained that use exercise as therapy is

HOW DO YOU PERSONALIZE

countless (me included). Stressed? Workout. Anxious? Get out and

YOUR TRAINING?

move. Can’t kick the sadness? Get your heart rate up and see those

Not only are everyone’s goals and personal-

endorphins turn your mood around. Once a client gets attached to

ities different, but also their physical make-up,

the way a workout makes them feel mentally, they stay active for life.

so in each initial training session, we go over CONTINUED >

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED)

M Y H O P E I S T H AT T H O S E W H O F E E L LIKE THE Y HAVE NOWHERE TO TURN, GIVE FITNESS A CHANCE.

wants, needs, health and injury concerns. As a Titleist

of it and keep it strong and active. I feel better now

Performance Institute Certified Fitness and Power

than I did 20 years ago and have confidence in the

Coach, I use a 14-drill screening to find a person’s

routines I’ve learned and do them on my own too.

physical limitations and help athletes and non-ath-

Amy keeps me accountable and motivated. For me,

letes of all ages regain and restore sound bodily func-

it was a priority and I believe I will have lower health-

tion prior to adding load. This has single-handedly

care costs in the long run.

specialized my training.

Training is very personal. Some clients want to

WHAT ARE YOUR FITNESS GOALS?

be pushed physically and mentally to win the next

To have shapely arms and strong abs, back, and

tournament or turn pro, some have health issues, and

glutes that help me best prepare to play tennis and

some just know they won’t do it if they don’t have

golf and prevent injury.

me to answer to. Regardless of what gets my clients training, life comes into each session. Forming a rela-

HAVE YOU ALTERED YOUR REGIMEN DURING

tionship and trusting each other is key.

THE PANDEMIC?

Kelly Boyers, a westside homeowner, has trained

My goals changed during the pandemic; I

with Amy for 9 years. She is Founder of Adam’s Place,

increased my cardio and started to run a few miles

a non-profit that provides peer support and coping

each week. It gave me a sense of control and goal

skills education for children, teens and adults. She

setting and helps me manage feelings of frustration

has 3 decades of experience in the healthcare indus-

and loneliness. I ended up getting a new puppy, Rue,

try focusing on children’s preventive mental health

to increase my exercise around my neighborhood. I

and wellness programs and shared some of her

met so many of my neighbors by being outside!

thoughts on her personal training journey.

Investing in yourself is important. Work today is overly dependent on sitting, looking down, and not

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HOW HAS ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING

moving, which is not good for us. I have faced many

IMPACTED YOUR LIFE?

challenges in my life and exercise, having a personal

One-on-one training has given me the opportu-

trainer, and Amy’s genuine interest and expertise has

nity to learn about my body and how to take care

contributed to my healthy coping and moving forward.

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Ray admits to spending a lot of money in her professional fitness gear. But it’s the kind of investment she said is worth every penny.

“Being in sports can be expensive. Sometimes people are surprised to hear how much I spend on my bikes or even my spandex,” said Ray. “But if you are an athlete, you know the ones that fit corEditor’s Note: Prior to the publication of this article, Erin Ray’s life

rectly aren’t cheap. These are the things that I choose to spend my

was tragically taken while doing what she loved, cycling. The cyclist

money on because it’s my passion.”

community of Southern Nevada will remember Erin as a “fast and feisty tri girl who will forever hold a special place in our hearts.” We are honored to have worked with Erin on this story and, now, to share her thoughts with our readers.

She said his advice, sometimes given out during their rides, have been priceless.

“I have gone through people that make promises but didn’t produce when it comes to growing your money,” said Ray. “But with my financial advisor, he explains things and then makes me money. He

“FIND SOMETHING YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT AND WORK REALLY HARD AT IT.”

really goes the extra mile.”

Ray also advises young people to take more risks. She said

For Erin Ray, that motto has been her way of life. This real estate agent, who lives and works in west Las Vegas, says her career is her passion and after 20 years in the field, it has brought her both professional and financial success.

her decision to buy homes and turn them into rental properties when she was younger has allowed her to live her desired lifestyle.

“When you are young, it’s time to take those risks, work hard, follow your dreams and make your money,” said Ray. “I am not stressed

“I made most of my money in real estate investing,” said Ray.

out about finances now, and I love that.”

“I buy homes, fix them up, and now I can live comfortably just off my rental properties. Anything I do off my deals is a bonus.”

Not having to worry about money and doing what you love is a goal most of us want to achieve. But after a challenging year for so many people in 2020, paving the way for a new year of brighter financial future proves even more poignant.

Ray learned that f itnes s and f inance c an go hand in hand when she found out her f inancial advisor also loves to bike and they have spent time together on the roads and trails through areas like Red Rock .

When asked what advice Ray has for others looking to be where she is financially, no matter what career path they are on, she said finding the right financial advisor is key, when the time is right.

“I have had a very bad experience with money managers in the past, and I am so happy to have found a great person now.”

Ray said the day she met up with her current financial advisor, who’s also based in Summerlin, was the same day she found out her former accountant was going to jail.

“I was shocked,” said Ray. “And it was my current financial advisor who went above and beyond his duty to help me find another local accountant. You need someone on your side if you don’t want to worry about money. I am not a guru when it comes to the stock market, so I rely on my financial advisor who can educate me.”

Another piece of advice Ray has for her fellow professionals is to invest in what you love. Aside from her real estate career, Ray is also a triathlete who has taken part in competitions around the world.

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TECH SAVVY ARTICLE JEANETTE SCHNEIDER | PHOTOGRAPHY BETHANY PAIGE PHOTOGRAPHY

WELLNESS HAS BECOME A BUZZ WORD, YET ITS POWER IS INCREDIBLE. MINDFULNESS IS

A COMMITMENT TO SELF THROUGH MEDIATION AND MINDFULNESS

STUDIED AND AGREED UPON BY YOGIS AND NEUROSCIENTISTS ALIKE, AND MEDITATION HAS BEEN PROVEN TO REWIRE OUR BRAINS AND CREATE NEW NEURAL PATHWAYS. THEN WHY IS IT SO HARD? Perhaps it is because we live in a culture that requires processes and compliance, yet mindfulness is deeply personal. It is fluid and doesn't require a special pillow, pose, alter or guru. You simply need the desire to live an intentional life and a burgeoning awareness of self.

As you begin to live intentionally, you'll notice when you need to take a break, and exactly what your brain, body or soul need in that moment. You begin to understand that a quick run will clear your mind, or the answer you are looking for is on the other side of your meditation. You begin to perform better at work and your relationships flourish.

THE ONLY THING REQUIRED? A commitment to self.

All else falls in line once you make the brave decision to understand how you operate, and what you most need to perform at your highest levels emotionally, mentally and physically. So many have let mindfulness fall under "self care,” and placed it on the shelf with the rose and bergamot candles, yet it allows you to take control of your command center; your brain and body. It signals neurotransmitters, creates focus, perspective and the list continues.

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Wellness As a Lifestyle

LIV Pocket Coach for Apple

MINDFULNESS PRACTICES TO TRY Breath work refers to practices in which the conscious control of breath influences your state.

While breathing mindfully it is very difficult to concentrate on much else, and is many times the gateway to a meditative state.

Meditative practices include breath, guided, mantra and sound, and can be found on many apps such as LIV Pocket Coach for Apple. What you will find over time is that it is not the quality of the meditation, but the value seen in the life lived between your practice.

Sensory experiences are an incredible way to establish presence and light up areas of your brain that allow your limbic system to rest. Simply becoming deeply aware of your senses at a given time creates space. If you follow this immersive experience with gratitude, you begin to tap into serotonin, your “feel good” hormone.

As you grow in your mindfulness practices you will find they adjust and change as you do. They truly become a commitment to yourself, and effectively, everyone you love and live life alongside, now and into the future.

Jeanette Schneider is Founder and CEO of LIV Media, the creator of the award-winning LIV Pocket Coach app for Apple, the host of podcast The Love is Viral Show, and author of LORE: Harnessing Your Past to Create Your Future.

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MOST COMMON M I S TA K E W H E N T RY I N G T O LO S E FAT

FAT BURNING TECHNOLOGY CAN BE A GAME CHANGER

WITH THE HOLIDAY SEASON COMPLETE, SOME OF US MAY BE CONSCIOUS OF THE EXTRA WEIGHT WE PUT ON. We can just eat less and skip a few meals to get our weight back on track, right?

Oftentimes, the first thing we think about when we want to lose weight is dieting, specifically calorie restriction. When we jump on the scale, we are

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automatically looking for the number of pounds to decrease, and when it does, we congratulate ourselves for having achieved something positive.

The problem is that even though we lost some weight, we usually do not lose fat. Our body is very resourceful and needs nutrition and if we are not giving it enough, it will cannibalize the muscle. The term for this is catabolic; our body is burning muscle, not fat.

It is true that if we stop eating, we will see the number on the scale drop, however, we are more

usually result in weight loss in the face, breasts,

than likely losing muscle mass, hydration, and even

and butt, not always in the midsection.

bone mass because we are depriving ourselves of

In the war against fat - especially visceral fat

nutrition. All of this will harm us even further because

which is stored in the abdominal cavity - the use of

our metabolism drastically slows down, thus making

technology can be a game changer.

it much easier for the body to store fat, which is the opposite of what we wanted in the first place.

Calorie restriction also has devastating effects

areas, while improving skin quality and maintaining

on the skin. For example, it can cause sagging and

cellular hydration, muscle mass, and bone mass

crepey skin quality all over the body, including the face.

with the desired result to look more vibrant and

Without sufficient nutrition, we break down the colla-

restore our youthful figure.

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So, the next time you think about skipping a meal,

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Self-care is vital to our mental and emotional well-being and confidence level. We all know how a great hair day or perfectly dewy skin can change our mood instantly. How can we feel that way year-round? Sikara Med Spa believes we can, in fact, that’s its founding philosophy.

“We started to see a shift in which people with concerns about acne scars, pigmentation

The founders Dr. Sameer Sheikh and Aisha Ali

issues, skin laxity issues who did not previously

started the state-of-the-art medspa in Downtown

feel bothered by those concerns, suddenly saw

Summerlin because they wanted to help clients

them as major imperfections,” said Aisha Ali,

explore the possibilities of beauty and vitality, as

founder of Sikara MedSpa. “With services like RF

defined by the client themselves. Their passion for

microneedling with Morpheus8, IPL photofacials

excellence in patient care, safety and results has

with Lummeca, or Forma treatments to tackle

led to offerings of top aesthetic technologies to tai-

skin tightening, we’ve created a medspa that is

lor treatment solutions for everyone. Their medical

versatile and prepared to address our clients’

experts are highly trained and inspired to deliver

aesthetic and wellness concerns.”

aesthetic goals that instill confidence and joy.

“We love making our clients feel better,” continued Aisha. “Whether it is a HydraFacial® to glow for their next virtual presentation, receiving Botox® and fillers to feel a little more confident on virtual Tinder dates, CoolSculpting® to help reduce quarantine weight, or a facial to relax and decompress, there is something for everyone.”

The safe and relaxing environment allows clients to enjoy their visit and receive their own version of age defying radiance.

“Our wish for everyone in this new year is for health, beauty, and a prosperous, bountiful 2021,” said Aisha. “Now is the time to escape the news every now and then and focus on ourselves and our well-being. Sikara Medspa is here to help.”

SIKARA MEDSPA 1955 Festival Plaza Dr. Suite 180 702-778-6886 sikaramedspa.com

CONFIDENCE

GOODBYE 2020, HELLO 2021! 2020 was a

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DIY

WO R KO U T S F O R YO U R MOODS NEW YEAR, NEW US. We don’t mean to be cliché, but is there really any better time for working on yourself than when Jan. 1 rolls around—whether you’re focused on your physical health or your mental health? It sure seems like the perfect time, but there will also be days when you’re just not quite feeling it.

The holidays are over, the days are shorter and, let’s face it, there’s not really a ton to look forward to until spring sprouts. But, whatever

NEED A PICK-ME-UP, BUT DON’T QUITE

your mood is this time of year, there’s still an

HAVE THE ENERGY? THESE ACTIVITIES WILL

activity you can do that’s worthwhile—and

GET YOU MOVING AND OUT OF YOUR

will give you a boost! Here’s how to choose the right one.

POST-HOLIDAY FUNK

YO G A

FEELING ANXIOUS

A regular yoga practice can help to ease anxiety by increasing body awareness, reducing muscle tension, relieving stress and sharpening attention + concentration.

01 R AG D O L L Ragdoll pose is great for relaxation and to release tension. Stand tall + reach your arms up, then allow them to fall gently toward the floor. as you bend over

02 C H I L D ’ S P O S E This calming and restorative pose is a common beginner’s position. Starting from your knees, sit back on your heels then walk your arms forward, bringing your torso down until you can rest your forehead on the floor.

03 S AVA S A N A Relax one body part at a time, one muscle

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at a time + one thought at a time through a daily Savasana practice.

RUNNING There’s a reason people who are active runners describe something called a “runner’s high.” Studies show that aerobic exercises release

FEELING DOWN

mood-boosting endorphins.

BEGINNERS If you want to get into running but aren’t sure where to start, check out a couch-to-5K program to ease into it.

C A S UA L R U N N E R S Challenge yourself by switching up your running routine. Whether you’re changing your route or upping your distance, a new twist could give you a nice refresh.

ENTHUSIASTS Whether you’re into 10K’s or half marathons, consider signing up for a new race and decreasing your time.

When your head is full of thoughts, it can get overwhelming. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) provides a break from that with short bursts of 100% focus followed by rest. Here’s a quick circuit.

01 K E T T L E B E L L SW I N G S Do as many reps as possible in 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

02 H I G H K N E E S Climb it out for 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

03 P L A N K Hold your plank for 45 seconds, followed by 15 seconds of rest.

Repeat the circuit three times for a quick workout that touches on strength, cardio + core.

HIIT

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Las Vegas’ Newest Art District

JANUARY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

WEDNESDAYS, SATURDAYS FIT4MOM STROLLER BARRE

The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin

Stroller Barre® is a 60-minute cardio

and

strength

interval

class

designed to improve posture, stability, and mobility. This workout

combines moves inspired by barre, ballet, Pilates, and yoga to help you

regain posture and alignment while strengthening your body from the

inside out. Reconnect with your

body, increase flexibility, and develop the core strength needed for motherhood. lasvegas.fit4mom.com

FRIDAYS FRESH 52 FARMERS’ & ARTISAN MARKET Tivoli Village

Tivoli Village is the place to go for farm fresh produce and local vendors sell-

ART 2 art Gallery & District at Tivoli Village More than 40 Local Artists and 20+ International Artists Professional and Party-Painting Classes by Local Artists Professional Framing Services Dutch Designer Sofas & Chairs We deliver & hang your Artwork Giclee-Art-Printing on 10 Color Epson Printer in House Photo Realistic Painting of your Images

Open Mon-Sat. 11am to 8pm; Sun. 11am to 6pm

Get a Free Giclee Art Print in size 24x36 with Purchase of $1,200 or more Mention Code REDROCK2436 when purchasing.

Friday afternoon. There are free arts and crafts for the kids and live music from 4 - 7PM! Tivolivillagelv.com

MONDAYS THURSDAYS OPEN SKATE

City National Arena

Have you ever wanted to skate on the same ice as our hometown Vegas Golden Knights? The Star Nursery practice rink at City National Arena

Expires Jan 31, 2021.

is available for Open Skate every

District: 400 S Rampart Blvd., Ste. 120 Gallery: 420 S Rampart Blvd., Ste. 150 Las Vegas, Nevada 89145

ervations are required. Cost: $10 per

702.918.8199 | www.ART2art.gallery

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Monday - Thursday. Advance resperson. citynationalarena.com

9 ACRYLIC POUR PAINT & WINE EVENT

ART 2 Art District @ Tivoli Village

Acrylic Pour Painting is a trend that has been sweeping Instagram and YouTube. Robin Slonina, world-renowned artist and star of the hit TV show Skin Wars, will be leading this fun, engaging workshop.

Create a unique colorful painting in this interactive class (all materials included) and enjoy 2 glasses of red or white wine. Cost: $55 per person. https://art2art.gallery

13 THE DAD CLASS

Summerlin Hospital

This program is offered to help expectant fathers learn about the important role they play in pregnancy, birth, and beyond. The class is taught by a father who has been there and will provide you with evidence-based information and a bit of humor. Cost: $30 per person. summerlinhospital.com

15 LAS VEGAS VIRTUAL CAREER FAIR Virtual

If your new years’ resolutions have you seeking new employment, you’ll want to take part in this Virtual Career Fair where you can learn about the attending companies, complete online applications for open

positions,

and

participate

in preliminary or screening interviews. Careerfairconnection.com

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK

Elizabeth Hughes Farias, Burton Hughes, Emma Hughes Moore, Cameron Hughes

Love. It's What Makes A Subaru Safe ONE FATHER'S STORY THAT STILL BRINGS TEARS IN THE TELLING

IT SEEMED LIKE JUST ANOTHER BUSY OCTOBER AFTERNOON AT SUBARU OF LAS VEGAS, WHEN MY PHONE RANG. Seeing it was my daughter Emma who was living in Tiburon at the time I quickly answered with a “Hi Sweetie, what’s up?” Her response was both reassuring and disconcerting all at the same time.

“I just want you to know Dad, I’m okay,” she said calmly. “I just got into an accident with a semi-truck and I rolled like three times, and the car landed upside down.

They’re wheeling me into the hospital right now, and Leon, who was riding in his dog carrier, is at the fire station hanging out with the firefighters until I get out.”

A flood of emotion hit me like a shot of adrenalin, and my eyes welled up without warning. All I wanted to do at that moment was to be there - with my daughter, and hold her close. This “dad” thing is not for the faint of heart, and it really knows how to wreck you sometimes!

For the record, this is not the first time Emma has totaled a Subaru Outback, but I sure pray to God it is her last. Before anyone concludes that my daughter must be a bad driver, I might add that my firefighter - engineer Emma Hughes Moore

son, Cameron, has also totaled a Subaru and walked away without a scratch.

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“I just want you to k now Dad, I’m okay,” she said ca l m ly. “I just got i nto an accident w ith a sem i-truck and I rol led l i ke th ree ti mes, and the car landed upside dow n.”

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK (CONTINUED)

Emma Hughes Moore and Burton Hughes

In all three instances, my children were not at fault. Thankfully, in each case, the Subaru safety systems and legendary ring-shaped reinforced construction performed flawlessly and kept my family safe.

I will admit Emma is a little more prone to something like this happening than most. Certainly not because I didn’t teach her good driving skills, but rather at the time of both of her accidents she was logging 40 to 50 thousand miles per year in her role as a Regional Salon Development Manager for Aveda - a division of Estée Lauder. It was on one of these business trips that she found herself sandwiched between a Nissan Frontier pickup and an 18-wheeler tractor trailer on the I-80 in Fairfield, California.

For reasons unknown, the Nissan pickup in the fast lane veered to the right and contacted Emma’s left rear quarter sending her Subaru Outback into an uncontrolled spin and under the trailer of the semirig. In turn, the 18-wheeler jack-knifed and rolled - landing on the concrete center divider and splitting the cab of the freightliner in two.

One Fairfield resident related to a local news reporter that he heard the screeching, saw the truck skidding, and Emma’s car up in the air as if someone was filming a Hollywood movie.

Coming to a rest on the roof and with all airbags deployed, Emma and Leon waited for help to cut them out of their seatbelts, which had locked under the weight of their bodies. Moving the driver’s side-impact airbag out of the way, Emma attracted the attention of someone approaching her car apprehensively - not knowing what they were going to find.

After a quick trip to the hospital for both the driver of the semi, who suffered a laceration to his left hand and Emma who had a minor concussion, Emma was on the road to recovery and to purchasing her third Subaru Outback.

Today, since Emma and her wife Danielle own and operate Brush The Salon, an Aveda lifestyle salon in historic Healdsburg, California, they do a lot of driving. Dividing their time between California and Nevada, Emma still drives her Subaru Outback 1200 miles round trip every month - explaining the 250,000 miles on the odometer.

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