http://AnnetteJ.cbvegas.com/blog/archive_202010/sort_entrydatetime-desc/ There is so much to celebrate this extended weekend, including Nevada Day, Halloween, and more opportunities to relax. Even if your weekend merely consists of tons of candy and binge watching your favorite scary movies at home, that sounds like a great time. This Weekend Buzz offers six ideas to make it even more eventful. Check out the list below for ways you can conjure up a little fun this Halloween Weekend. Arts & Crafts: Make it a family painting night and create your favorite spooky scene from the countless canvas ideas on Pinterest or view 65 easy Halloween crafts you can DIY to haunt your home this season. Movies: Curate your own Nevada-themed movie marathon or watch thrillers that will make your skin crawl this weekend. If you are in an eerie mood, check out this list of the best scary movies from every year since 1960. Want to see more of the Silver State on the silver screen? Click here for must-see films set in Nevada. Music: This haunting time of the year would not be complete without some spine-chilling tunes, right? Try not to scream with these 10 scary songs to get you ready for Halloween. Scenic Drives: One way to celebrate our beautiful state on Nevada Day or this weekend could be to take a ride through the Red Rock Canyon Backcountry Byway or Mt. Charleston Loop.   Feast: White chocolate strawberry lab mice, witches’ finger cookies, and monster popcorn, oh my! If you’re interested in making tasty yet creepy treats to enjoy, click here for 28 easy Halloween recipes guaranteed to freak out your guests.  At-Home Spa Day: If a little downtime is all you need to pamper yourself this weekend, here are 18 ways to relax that will leave you feeling like a new person. Remember to set your clocks back one hour on Sunday and have a wonderful weekend! http://AnnetteJ.cbvegas.com/blog/21191/weekend-buzz-nevada-day-and-halloween/ Thu, 29 Oct 2020 11:29:40 -0800 Traditional ways of celebrating Halloween such as trick-or-treating might be a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean it has to be less exciting! If you’re wondering how to prepare for a safe holiday, this Weekend Buzz offers plenty of ideas for endless fun. Listed below are a few low-risk activities to enjoy from home as well as safe social distancing events happening this weekend. From racing with zombies to walking through a wicked forest, these Halloween festivities are sure to be a spooky good time.  Free Pumpkin Decorating for Kids at Tivoli Village Haunted Speakeasy Cocktail Experience Paranormal Nights at McCaw School of Mines Trunk or Treat Fall Festival Zombie Run 5K at Cornerstone Park Wicked Forest Pop-Up Event Tombstone Tales: Woodlawn Cemetery Walking Tour Fall Local Business and Craft Fair  If celebrating from home is more your style, here are easy ways to have fun this Quarantine-o-ween season:    Have a wonderful weekend and let the ghoul times roll!   http://AnnetteJ.cbvegas.com/blog/21190/how-to-have-a-safe-and-spooktacular-halloween/ Thu, 15 Oct 2020 01:45:50 -0800 What are the weekends for if not for having a little fun, catching up on self-care, and shrugging off the weekly grind? In this week’s Weekend Buzz, we’ve offered five ways to help you recharge this weekend. Take a load off with these virtual and live events listed below.   Movie in the Park & Trunk or Treat Mobile Drive-In Movie Series: Wonder Park The Parking Lot | A Drive-In Play Plays and Musicals | Free Live Stream Broadcasts   5K Fun Run in Blue Diamond Gold Strike Hot Springs Trailhead Now Open Open House Week at FIT4MOM Las Vegas Vegas Yoga Festival Virtual Experience   Jam Session at Fergusons Downtown Live Music on the Mountain Gladys Knight Facebook Live Event Led Zepagain Live Stream Event   Summerlin Festival of Arts Halloween Bash | Local Small Businesses and Craft Fair Outdoor Marketplace in the Yard 30th Annual Farm Fall Harvest Festival LV Craft Shows | Live Virtual Event Series   Cocktails & Kickoffs at The Dorsey Football Central Viewing Party at Westgate Host Your Own Virtual Watch Party with These Tips  For more upcoming events in Las Vegas, check out Vegas4locals.com.  Whichever way you choose to unwind this weekend, we hope you have a fantastic time!  http://AnnetteJ.cbvegas.com/blog/21189/get-recharged-with-these-weekend-events/ Thu, 08 Oct 2020 01:07:44 -0800 Welcome Fall! A scorching summer in quarantine is now behind us, so bring on the milder Las Vegas temperatures and pumpkin spice lattes. If you're looking forward to local autumn festivities as well as creative ways to cozy up your home in honor of the changing seasons, we have a special Weekend Buzz just for you. Check out the list below for fun indoor and outdoor ideas to celebrate fall this weekend.Movie in the Park – Hocus Pocus Pumpkin Season at Gilcrease Orchard Halloween Town Pumpkin Patch Fall Yard Sale at Southern Highlands Fright Ride Vintage Open Air Market Fiona’s Cauldron Live Entertainment Car Wash 3rd Annual Route 91 Memorial Ride Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe Fall Baking Recipes Cozier Than a Chunky Sweater Decorating Ideas to Turn Your Home into an Autumnal Oasis Easy Pumpkin Carving Ideas Anyone Can Do   Have a great weekend!  http://AnnetteJ.cbvegas.com/blog/21188/exciting-ways-to-welcome-fall-this-weekend/ Thu, 01 Oct 2020 04:51:13 -0800