The San Carlos Library is located next to the City Hall building. A large building with a spacious parking lot, the library allows residents to rent books, videos, CDs, and use the Internet in addition to offering classes, services for arts and crafts.
Planning Commission meetings are often held upstairs. Announcements of the latest city events can also be found here.
Books are renewable 24-hours a day on the library website.
There is a lot of history in Clark County, but with how rapidly Las Vegas continues to change, it's often difficult to get a taste of it. The Clark County Heritage Museum in southern Henderson houses much of Clark County's history, from long before civilized times to the era of the Rat Pack to today. This multi-faceted museum preserves historical artifacts, including complete replicas of homes throughout the ages and a small ghost town.
Best and worst time to go to the Clark County Heritage Museum
As a bulk of the heritage museum's exhibits are outside, it is best to avoid it during the span of June through September. If it is unavoidable, stick to an early morning visit and bring plenty of water.
Must see/do at the Clark County Heritage Museum
The museums collection of restored historic homes and buildings transport guests to a variety of eras, from the roaring 1920's to the 1950's. These buildings show how life was in Las Vegas, Boulder City, Henderson, and Goldfield during these time periods. Visits to a classic chapel and an early 1900's newspaper print shop are possible.
The Anna Robert Parks Exhibit Hall is the best look at Clark County's ecosystem before man came in and took over. The Ice Age exhibit shows what fascinating creatures resided in these lands before being pushed out for the glitz and glam of today.
Explore the historical intrigue of a mining trail that leads up to historical buildings like the Tuscarora Jail and Troll Cabin of 1880 and a general store from the 1950's. The trail will lead you a little ways away from the museum, past the remnants of the ghost town, into a nature trail that remains genuine.
Admission to the Clark County Heritage Museum
The Clark County Heritage Museum offers self-guided tours that start at $1 per person. Group tours and museum memberships are available at special rates.
Parking and public transportation to the Clark County Heritage Museum
The Clark County Heritage Museum offers free on-site parking in a lot right next to the museum.
The HDX bus towards Henderson towards Boulder City makes a stop at Boulder Hwy and Museum Dr. From there, it's a .2 mile walk to the museum entrance.
Food at the Clark County Heritage Museum
The Clark County Heritage Museum doesn't currently serve food on-site.
Insider tip for visitors to the Clark County Heritage Museum
One detriment to most museums is the inability to bring history home with you, but the heritage museum's on-site gift shop provides a variety of unique items for sale. Most interesting is the collection of locally written books chronicling several aspects of Clark County's history.
Author's bio: Mark is a Vegas local and freelance writer with expertise in Las Vegas nightlife and entertainment. He's also the owner and contributor to the video game site, The Spirit of Gaming.
Whether attending a sporting event, business seminar, circus, or show, most Richmonders have visited the Coliseum at least once. The Coliseum is one of Richmond's most imposing and recognizable buildings, conveniently located just off of Interstate 64 and easily accessible even for those completely unfamiliar with city navigation.
Parking and Public Transportation to the Richmond Coliseum
Parking garages and lots are located on all sides of the Coliseum, and during events, they are clearly marked with their prices. The loading and fire zones around the building are strictly off limits for paring, and Coliseum officials will not hesitate to tow a vehicle in violation of parking restrictions. GRTC buses stop nearby and are a viable option for Richmond locals or for tourists parked at a distance, but be sure to check the bus schedule ahead of time and ensure that the buses will still be running at the conclusion of the event.
Best and Wort Times to Visit the Coliseum
Events are scheduled year round, but if you must wait outside, it is most pleasant in late spring when the cherry blossoms bloom all over the city. Coliseum events are held indoors, so the weather is not as much a consideration here as it is at other Richmond landmarks. The box office offers a wide range of attractions such as figure skating, circus acts, and monster trucks, while more exclusive events for specific businesses and groups are held year round.
Admission to the Richmond Coliseum
Ticket prices will largely depend on the specific event in question. Admission can range anywhere from $15 to several hundred dollars, and food and drink purchases inside are offered at pricing typical of sports arenas and festival events.
Must See and Do at the Richmond Coliseum
One of the most anticipated family events of the year is the Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus, which usually comes to the Coliseum at the end of winter. Sporting events are another draw, especially ice hockey. A calendar of upcoming attractions is available on the Richmond Coliseum website.
Other Places to Visit Near the Richmond Coliseum
For phenomenal food and some of the best craft cocktails in town, Kenn Tico Cuban Restaurant is only a few blocks away on Grace Street, well within walking distance of the Coliseum, but far enough away that the bustle and congestion typical of big events will not interfere with the dining experience. A short drive away, tourists will find the Science Museum of Virginia, which offers an IMAX theater in addition to spectacular educational exhibits.
Insider Tip for Richmond Coliseum Visitors
Follow the rules. The Coliseum is strict about parking, outside food and drink, and proper decorum while in attendance at any of the hosted events. Don't try to sneak around and beat the system; it will only cause problems for you and the others trying to enjoy their evening.
Author's bio: Kitty Lusby is an author and self proclaimed adventurer from the Richmond, Virginia area. She believes that travel is a necessity and does it as often as possible.
The San Anselmo Library is a small community library tucked away on Tunstead Avenue, next to the Town Hall. Although the library has been forced to cut back its open hours and services over the years, it benefitted from a $49 parcel tax that was passed in November 2010 to fund the library's operation and was able to expand hours, services, and hire a children's librarian. The San Anselmo Library's children's section is one of the more cherished town entities, with a designated children's librarian and Book Babies events. As part of a network of Marin County libraries, this location allows card holders to request books and media from any library in Marin for a 50¢ fee. The library also has access to some university and academic databases and systems. To get a library card, a patron need only have proof of address and doesn't have to be a resident of San Anselmo.
The Sweetwater Valley branch of the Cobb County Public Library System has a long history. It began in 1913 when the Austell Women's Club made a circulating library one of its first priorites. In 2003, the library branch moved to a new location in the Austell City Threadmill Complex after having been in a log cabin and then a 1950s building on Front St. The 3,000-square-foot space houses a large collection of books as well as 15 computers for public access.
