🌱 ‘Lights Of Love’ Returns + Native Star André Ward Makes Home Debut

Hello all! I'm here with your Tuesday edition of the Las Vegas Daily, filled with all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, today's weather:

Cool with periods of sunshine. High: 55 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories today in Las Vegas:

1. Returning this year, Ethel M will host its ‘Lights of Love’ Valentine’s Day display in its famous three-acre cactus garden. The display will be viewable Feb. 3-14 from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. nightly. Reservations will not be required this year; however, every individual will be charged $1 for entrance (cash or card). 100 percent of proceeds will benefit Help of Southern Nevada and Three Square Food Bank. (Fox 5 Las Vegas)
2. Following the CES tech event, the Las Vegas Convention Center will be hosting the “World of Concrete” event from Jan. 17-19. A construction industry staple, this event will feature 1,100 exhibitors for potentially its biggest showcase yet. This large showcase will be a key contributor to bringing in visitors during the slower winter months to start 2023. (VEGAS INC)
3. Coming this Thursday for a three-week run, Broadway's “Moulin Rouge, The Musical” will be at the Smith Center’s regal Reynold’s Hall — and will feature famous Las Vegas native André Ward. Ward, a Bishop Gorman High School graduate, will be taking the stage for the first time in his illustrious career in his hometown. Ward and the rest of the crew look forward to seeing an audience full of emotion over the next three weeks, tickets for “Moulin Rouge” at thesmithcenter.com. (Las Vegas Sun)

Today in Las Vegas:

• Tuesday Movie Matinee at West Charleston Library (12:00 PM)
• “North By Northwest” Tuesday Afternoon at the Bijou (1:00 PM)
• Peace Week 2023: Celebration Of Dr. Martin Luther King Legacy at The West Las Vegas Library Theater (3:00 PM)
• Estate Planning Seminar at The Revere Golf Club (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Another year means another Lunar New Year in the Las Vegas Valley! Several events and exhibits are going on for the year of the rabbit. With over 10 events starting on Jan. 22, there’s something for everyone wrapping up the month. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
• Looking for a new employment opportunity going into the new year? Here’s a list of the latest employment opportunities in Las Vegas and across the Greater Nevada region. (Las Vegas Patch)
• Las Vegas is more than one of the biggest entertainment cities in the country; it is a city of opportunity for all. The City of Las Vegas Government has created a short video welcoming all, regardless of background, to join the community and become who they want to be in this welcoming city. (City of Las Vegas Government via Facebook)
• This Saturday, Jan. 21 at 8 p.m., Esther Stepanian will be hosting a once-in-a-lifetime show performing all of Led Zeppelin and The Who’s biggest hits! The show will be held at Arizona Charlie’s Hotel & Casino on Decatur Blvd for free; patrons must be 21 and older for entry. (Patch Neighbor Posts)

Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll see you soon!

— Lauren Kubiak

About me: Lauren is a freelance copywriter for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She graduated from Rowan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in journalism. She is a full-time editor at an association management firm, editing peer-reviewed nursing journals, textbooks, and newsletters.