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Local events

Oct. 22

What: Jewelry for the Home. Participants will learn how accessories and accent pieces can revitalize a home's décor and make it sparkle.

Where: Robb and Stucky, 6521 Las Vegas Blvd. South, at the north end of Town Square Las Vegas.

When: 2 p.m.

Cost: Free

Info: 531-0531, option 5; reservations requested

Oct. 23

What: Sustainability walking tour; limited to first 25 people.

Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.

When: 11 a.m.

Cost: Free with general admission

Info: 822-7700

What: Home Show Extravaganza. Thorsch Productions presents its eighth annual event that will feature more than 400 exhibitors, holiday design rooms, Coats for Kids drive, make-and-take projects for children, how-to clinics, musical entertainment and more.

Where: Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North

When: noon to 7 p.m. Also 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 24 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 25

Cost: $7 adults, $6 seniors 62-plus, free for children younger than 18 and military with identification

Info: 760-7207181 or www.lvhomeshows.com

Oct. 24

What: An October Odyssey. Nevada Garden Clubs will present their annual fall flower show featuring horticulture of the southwest. The event also includes a sale of flowers and garden-related items.

Where: Nevada Garden Club Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave., in Lorenzi Park

When: noon to 4 p.m.; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 25

Cost: Free

Info: 242-9259 or www.nevadagarden clubs.org

* Please e-mail calendar events to hsaylor@reviewjournal.com

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