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Esther Carter, Las Vegas Centennial, 702.229.6776
Lisa Jacob, R&R Partners, 702.318.4221

The Las Vegas Centennial Ushers in a Fall Season Full of Exciting Events

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 1, 2005 -- The Las Vegas Centennial fall festivities offer a bounty of historical and cultural events for all ages. From an Asian Pacific festival to an Italian feast featuring song and dance, Las Vegas pays homage to its cultural diversity. Several photo exhibits highlight nostalgic Las Vegas, and the nationwide premiere of a PBS documentary shines the spotlight on our city's colorful history.

The following are events planned for September:

Sept. 1 - Sept. 15 100 YEARS OF WATER This multi-media exhibit shows the history of our Las Vegas valley water resources over the past century. Location: Clark County Government Center Contact: McClain Peterson, 702-486-2672

Sept. 1 - Sept. 30 THE LAS VEGAS I REMEMBER-KNPR 88.9 A radio history of Las Vegas as told by those who lived it and broadcast each Monday at 10:50 a.m. At the conclusion of the series, CDs will be distributed to selected area schools and libraries. Check the KNPR Web site for topics, http://www.knpr.org

Sept. 1 - Oct. 7 CAUGHT ON FILM "Caught on Film" is an exhibit of more than 50 oversized historical photos of events that shaped the face of Las Vegas. You'll see old Vegas nostalgia, glamour and drama in a limited-time exhibit documenting the development our small desert railroad town into Glitter Gulch, and beyond. Admission is free. Hours are 1st Friday, 6-10PM, Fridays, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, Noon - 4 p.m. Location: Commerce Street Studios 1551 S. Commerce (near Wyoming) Contact: Larry Gantverg, 702-340-1524

Sept. 1 - Oct. 30 CELEBRATING THE POST MODERN Take a tour of Downtown's most historic building, the former post office, now open to the public every second Saturday of the month through October. Visit the second floor exhibit, "Vegas Viewed in Post Cards" or take a docent tour to learn about the building's past and future. Location: 300 East Stewart Street Contact: Stephanie Fosse, 702-229-6713

Sept. 1 - Nov. 30 SOLDIERS OF THE OLD FORT Historical reenactments at the Old Mormon Fort. Free to the public. Location: Old Mormon Fort State Historic Park Contact: Teri Knight, 702-456-3173

Sept. 1 - Dec. 31 100 YEARS OF LAS VEGAS IMAGES An exhibit of historic photo images from the past 100 years on display daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Nevada State Museum and Historical Society Contact: Dave Millman, 702-486-5205

Sept. 1 - Indefinite CENTENNIAL QUILT This queen-size tribute to the history of Las Vegas will be on display at the Clark County Government Center Rotunda in September, at the Grant Sawyer Building in October, at City Hall in November, and will have a permanent home at the Clark County Museum starting in December. Contact: Lisa Jacob, R&R Partners, 702-318-4221.

Sept. 3 - 4 ASIAN PACIFIC FESTIVAL AND TRADE SHOW The Asian Pacific Festival and Trade Show serve the growing community of Asians and Pacific Islanders in Las Vegas and the entire southwest USA. It provides attendees a taste of Asia Pacific culture through exhibitors, food, and ongoing Asian-themed entertainment. Sponsored by the Southern Nevada Area Health Education Center Location: Stardust Resort and Casino Contact: Nadia, 702-671-4157.

Sept. 13 - 18 26TH ANNUAL SAN GENNARO FEAST Italian food festival featuring 200 vendors, arts and crafts, a huge carnival and live music. More than 300 local children will sing and dance on stage. Every day 4 p.m. - Midnight (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) 11 a.m. - Midnight (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) Location: Clark County Government Center, 500 S. Grand Central Pkwy. Contact: Anthony Palmisano, 702-286-4944

Sept. 15- Nov. 6 100 YEARS OF INFLUENCE: The Role of Women in Shaping the First Hundred Year of Las Vegas THE WALL of Women consists of 256 pictures and brief biographies of women who made a difference and is displayed on the south wall of the Atrium. The Women of Diversity architectural ceramic Triad Tower stands north of THE WALL. Location: Sprint Contact: 702-341-9807

Sept. 16 24 HOUR SHOW: MAKING A LIVING IN LAS VEGAS The 24-Hour Show is a comprehensive exhibit of Las Vegas casino "work culture" based on interviews with a diverse cadre of casino workers who have made Las Vegas home. Location: Nevada State Museum & Historical Society Contact: 702-486-5205

Sept. 16 -18 AERIE 100TH BIRTHDAY A weekend of entertainment for members of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 1213 and their families. Every day Sept. 16 -18, 6 p.m. (Friday) 5 p.m. (Saturday) and all day Sunday. Location: Eagles Hall 1601 E. Washington

Sept. 17 SIGNATURE CHEFS AUCTION OF LAS VEGAS This fundraiser hosted by the March of Dimes is a combination of the world's finest cuisine, the elegance of select wines, and the fun of exciting performers & entertainment. Proceeds fund research & development for birth defects & infant health problems. A cocktail reception and silent auction followed by chefs presenting their signature dishes. 6:30-7:30PM Cocktails, Silent Auction & Chef Samplings 7:30PM-10PM Live Auction, Chef & Sommelier Samplings Location: Rio Hotel Pavilion Ballroom. Contact: Matt Gormley, 702-732-9255

Sept.17-18 HO'OLAULE'A A Pacific Islands Festival promoting Hawaiian and Polynesian culture through music, dance, song, arts, crafts, traditional food. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Location: Lorenzi Park 3333 W. Washington Ave. Contact: Lehua Vincent, 702-382-6939.

Sept. 20 INSIGNIA FILMS/AMERICAN EXPERIENCE PREMIERE The PBS documentary on Las Vegas history is complete and a premiere will be held at Artemus Ham Hall. National broadcast on PBS-TV Channel 10 will be on Nov. 14 -15. Location: Artemus Ham Hall, University of Nevada Las Vegas

Sept. 21-23 CSA SUMMIT 2005 An educational conference on health, social and financial aspects of aging.

Sept. 24 RECIPROCITY LUNCHEON Hosted by the PEO Chapters of Southern Nevada University Methodist Church 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $5 cover Contact Lois Goodall, 702-871-4710