Northern neighborhood news and events, Nov. 13-19, 2014

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IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

“A Master’s Journey,” paintings by Lolita Develay, is set to be on display through Jan. 31 at the Left of Center Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road. The work documents the artist’s progress toward obtaining a Master of Fine Arts degree. Visit leftofcenterart.org.

Battle at Gettysburg, Pa. July 1 – July 3, 1863 is planned at 11:30 a.m. Mondays through Nov. 24 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Stan Kaufman is set to present the four-week history seminar. Admission is free with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

Twilight Zone - Journey Back In Time Part I is set at 2 p.m. Fridays through Nov. 21 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Participants are invited to learn about the life of Rod Serling and the making of the “Twilight Zone” series. Admission is free with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

Cozy Cabin Crafts Boutique is set from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Nov. 13-14 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at 4612 Evan Ridge Court. The boutique is set to feature handcrafted jewelry, clothing, knits, toys, food, art and more. Proceeds go to Eagle Quest of Nevada. Visit cozycabincrafts.com.

A Thanksgiving luncheon is scheduled at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 13 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Participants are invited to a traditional Thanksgiving meal with live music. Admission is $6 with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

As part of All Star Friday Nights, Rhythm Nation is set to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Nov. 14 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Two of a Kind is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Nov. 21. The cost for each show is $5. Luxury booths are available for $100 and banquettes for $50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

The play “The Sea Gull” by Russian dramatist Anton Chekhov is planned at 7 p.m. Nov. 14, 15, 20-22 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 16 and 23 at the BackStage Theatre at the College of Southern Nevada’s Cheyenne campus, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Call 702-651-5483.

A free Ward 6 shredding event is slated from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 15 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Documents for shredding are limited to five boxes per attendee. Call 702-229-1702.

Norman Brown is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway, and Kirk Whalum is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 22. Tickets for both shows start at $27.50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

A Beginning Astronomer’s Telescope Clinic is planned at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Geary Keilman of the Las Vegas Astronomical Society plans to instruct attendees on how to use the telescope. Maxwell Drake is slated to offer free writing workshops at 3 p.m. Nov. 16 and at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 17. DIY Craft Club is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 19. Children ages 6 to 11 are invited to get creative. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-6100.

The movie “Maleficent” is scheduled at 10 a.m. Nov. 17 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Admission is free with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

The North Las Vegas Alliance of Homeowners Associations and Concerned Citizens is set to meet at 6 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Aliante, 2400 Deer Springs Way. Guest speakers are scheduled to be North Las Vegas Fire Chief Jeff Lytle, City Councilman Isaac Barron, Mayor Pro Tem Anita Wood, Don Schaefer of Sun City Aliante, Jon Oats of Friends of Craig Ranch and library director Forest Lewis. Contact Richard Cherchio at 702-325-6708.

A CareMore presentation is planned at 10 a.m. Nov. 18 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Admission is free with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

J.R. Pony Parties, an educational farm, welcomes the public to visit for Tuesdays at the Farm from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 18 and Dec. 2 and 16 at 1753 Fairhaven Ave. The farm is also open on off-school days, Nov. 28 and Dec. 30. Admission is $5, which includes pony rides, visits to the goat barn and more. Visit jrponyparties.com or call 702-631-4142.

Starbucks Fall Tasting is slated at 10 a.m. Nov. 19 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Join the team from the Farm and Durango store as they share fall flavors and pastry pairings. Admission is $5 with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

Vegan and Healthy Eating is planned at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Admission is free with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

The Mayors Prayer Breakfast is set from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Nov. 20 at the Dallas Ballroom inside Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. The event, hosted by United Way of Southern Nevada, invites guests for breakfast and the opportunity to mentor future leaders of the community. Tickets cost $55. Call 702-892-2300 or visit uwsn.org.

Bingo is set at 11 a.m. Nov. 20 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Participants can play bingo on an electronic board. Treats are planned. Admission is $5 with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

PLAN AHEAD

Supreme Reflections, a tribute to Diana Ross and the Supremes, is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Dallas Events Center inside Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Tickets cost $23.45. Call 702-631-1000 or visit texasstation.sclv.com.

The Los Prados Women’s Club’s annual holiday bake sale is scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon. Nov. 22 at the Los Prados Country Club, 5150 Los Prados Circle. The event benefits the Los Prados Women’s Club charity club. Call Doris Ferrell at 702 658-7828.

iPad with Jen is set at 10 a.m. Nov. 24 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Jen Winder plans to discuss photos, downloading and sharing. Admission is $5, requires advance registration and is open to members of the center who have paid the $2 yearly membership fee. Call 702-229-1702.

Forgiving Yourself and Others is scheduled at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 25 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Jerry Biberman plans to teach different strategies and methods for forgiveness. Admission is $5 with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

The A, B, C, D’s of Medicare is planned at 10 a.m. Nov. 25 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Admission is free with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

AARP Smart Drive Course is slated from 1 to 5 p.m. Nov. 26 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Admission is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

The movie “Frozen” is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Let’s Draw the Story! is slated at 4 p.m. Dec. 5. Children ages 3 to 7 are invited to draw with their imagination. Space is limited for all Centennial Hills Library programs. Tickets will be given out one-half hour before the program starts. Call 702-507-6100.

ONGOING EVENTS

Monthly Buddhist services are scheduled the second Sunday of the month from 10 a.m. to noon at the Las Vegas Buddhist Sangha Center, 4110 N. Martin Luther King Blvd. School-age children are welcome to attend and encouraged to join dharma classes. Visit lasvegasbuddhist.org.

The West End Boys Sunday Morning Car Show, a free get-together for auto enthusiasts, is planned from 7 to 10 a.m. Sundays in the Santa Fe Mining Company parking lot, 5021 N. Rainbow Blvd. Email judggto69@aol.com.

Bingo Brunch is planned at 10 a.m. Sundays at the Bingo Room inside Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is $25, which includes mimosas, raffle prizes and live entertainment. Call 702-658-4900 or visit santafestation.sclv.com.

Centennial Las Vegas Genealogy Society is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. the second Monday of every month inside the community room of the Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 6670 W. Cheyenne Ave. The group is dedicated to genealogy and ancestry research. Visit clvgs7.wix.com/clvgs.

The Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays at 8103 Racel St. The sanctuary is home to birds, pigs, goats, llamas, donkeys, reptiles and more. General admission is $4. Visit naturesanctuarygilcrease.org.

Coffee Cup Skate, an open skate for anyone 45 or older, is scheduled from 12:45 to 2:15 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Fiesta Rancho SoBe Ice Arena, 2400 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is $5, and the arena is set to provide coffee and cookies. Visit fiestarancholasvegas.com or call 702-638-3785.

Trivia Night is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Tuesdays in the ETA Lounge at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Cover charge is $5. Visit aliantegaming.com.

A Ladies’ Night is scheduled at 8:15 p.m. Wednesdays at the Revolver Saloon at Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is $5 after 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts.

A current events discussion group is set at 12:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Adults 50 or older are invited to meet new people and have a free, cerebral conversation. Call 702-229-1702.

Free line dancing lessons are offered from 8:15 to 9 p.m. most Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at the Revolver Saloon Dance Hall inside Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Visit santafestation.sclv.com.

Line dancing for adults 50 or older is set at 2 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. Fridays at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Admission is free with a $2 annual membership to Las Vegas senior programs. Call 702-229-1702.

Sherry Gordy’s A-List Open Mic is set for 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Fiesta Rancho’s Club Tequila, 2400 N. Rancho Drive. Guests must be 21 or older. Call 702-631-7000.

Bro Country Night is planned at 10 p.m. Thursdays at the Revolver Saloon inside Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Call 702-658-4900 or visit santafestation.sclv.com.

Centennial Hills Toasters Toastmasters are scheduled to meet the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Findlay Honda, 7494 W. Azure Drive. Call 702-265-2910.

Two-man team leagues are planned at 9:30 a.m. every Friday through December 19 at the Clark County Shooting Complex, 11357 N. Decatur Blvd. Formats include 50 targets each week, 25 16-yard traps and 25 American skeet. There is a one-time trophy fee of $18 and an $18 daily fee per person. Call 702-455-2000.

Bee Gees Gold is scheduled to perform at 9 p.m. Fridays at the Chrome Showroom inside Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is free. Call 702-658-4900 or visit santafestation.sclv.com.

All Star Friday Nights, an R&B dance party, is scheduled at 9 p.m. Fridays at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Admission is $5. Visit aliantegaming.com.

A live band is scheduled from 8 p.m. to midnight Fridays and from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturdays at Santa Fe Station Bowling Center, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Visit santafestation.sclv.com.

Crossfire is set to perform for 10 p.m. Fridays at South Padre at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit texasstation.sclv.com.

Ladies Night on Fridays at Club Tequila is scheduled 10:30 p.m. at the Fiesta Rancho, 2400 N. Rancho Drive. There is a $10 cover charge for men. Doors open at 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit fiestarancho.sclv.com.

Strap on a pair of ice skates for Cosmic DJ Skate Night, scheduled from 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at the Fiesta Rancho SoBe Ice Arena, 2400 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is free.

Yellow Brick Road is scheduled to perform at 10 p.m. Saturdays at South Padre at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit texasstation.sclv.com.

Yu-Gi-Oh card games are set from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month inside the story room at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Kids 11 to 17 are invited to bring their own cards and duel. Call 702-507-6107.

The Las Vegas Farmers Market is scheduled to set up from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the first and third Saturday of each month at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Admission to the park is free during the market. Visit lasvegasfarmersmarket.com.

Sabados de Fiesta is set for 11 p.m. Saturdays at the Fiesta Rancho’s Club Tequila, 2400 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is $10. Women are admitted free until midnight. Guests must be 21 or older. Call 702-631-7000.

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

NCI BUILDING SYSTEMS TO HOST ROOF CERTIFICATION SEMINAR

NCI Building Systems is set to host a three-day conference to educate metal construction engineers how to install different metal roofing technologies from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19 and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Hampton Inn, 2852 E. Craig Road.

Preregistration is required. To register, call Maria Ontiveros at 281-847-8087.

For more information, visit ncibuildings.com/installercertificationtrain.html.

MULCH AND TOP SOIL AVAILABLE FOR SALE

Coarse organic wood mulch and soil are set to be free to the public at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Research Center and Demonstration Orchard, 4600 Horse Drive.

The deposited soil was tested and was determined to be highly enriched and was perfect for use as topsoil by the center.

The mulch and the soil are available for pick-up from the Research Center on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon. The soil is free if loaded by the individual or $2 per tractor scoop loaded.

For more information, call 702-786-4361 or email lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu.

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING PLANNED AT CIMARRON ROSE COMMUNITY CENTER

The Las Vegas Department of Parks and Recreation is set to offer after-school tutoring at Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road. Tutoring is offered to students in first through fifth grade once a week for 30-minute sessions. The fee is $45 per month and tutoring is scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday and from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Visit, lasvegasparksandrec.com or call 702-229-1607.

ANITA WOOD ELECTED NEVADA LEAGUE OF CITIES PRESIDENT

North Las Vegas Mayor Pro Tempore Anita Wood has been elected to serve as president of the Nevada League of Cities for 2015.

Wood began her political career in 2009 as councilwoman for Ward 3 and was appointed mayor pro tempore in 2013. She began to work with the Nevada League of Cities as secretary and treasurer in 2009. Wood’s term of office as president of the Nevada League of Cities begins in January.

AT&T EXPANDS 4G LTE COVERAGE TO MORE NORTH LAS VEGAS CUSTOMERS

AT&T has added new mobile Internet cell sites in North Las Vegas to expand AT&T 4G LTE coverage for area residents and businesses.

AT&T invested nearly $200 million between 2011 and 2013 to enhance its wireless and wired networks in the Las Vegas area. The new cell site in North Las Vegas is enhancing coverage near the intersection of Eastern and Owens Avenues.

YOUTH NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION PARTNERS PROGRAM GRANTS NOW AVAILABLE

Las Vegas’ annual Youth Neighborhood Association Partners Program grant application process is open through Nov. 19. YNAPP offers grants for up to $1,000 for youths to create and implement neighborhood-based service learning projects of their own design. The program requires youths to match the city’s grant with cash, volunteer time or in-kind services and goods donated to the project. Projects are required to take place within city limits. Applications and details are available online at lasvegasnevada.gov/Apply/20716.htm.

FRIENDS OF CRAIG RANCH TO OFFER TWO YOUTH SERVICE SCHOLARSHIPS

Friends of Craig Ranch are set to offer two youth service scholarships. Local students between the ages of 13 and 22 are eligible for a $500 scholarship. Winners will be chosen on the quality and quantity of volunteerism displayed in Craig Ranch Regional Park and the surrounding area in North Las Vegas. Applications are due March 14.

For more information, email Jon Oats at jonoats@yahoo.com or visit friendsofcraigranch.org.

CENTENNIAL HILLS HOSPITAL PLANS BABY-SITTING CERTIFICATION CLASS

A baby-sitting certification class is planned from 8 a.m. to noon the second Wednesday of every month at Centennial Hills Hospital, 6900 N. Durango Drive. The four-hour class helps youths ages 11 to 16 gain the knowledge and skills they need to care for infants and children, as well as time to practice these skills in a web-based program.

The cost is $30 per person. The class will be held in the computer lab on the first floor of the hospital. Class size is limited, and registration is required by calling 702-388-4888.

KIWANIS CLUB WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS

The Kiwanis Club of North Las Vegas, a chapter of the international service organization, is scheduled to meet at 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays at T.G.I. Friday’s at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway.

Club community projects have included canned food drives, car shows, kites in the park events and charity fundraisers.

The fourth meeting of the month is limited to members only. For more information, visit nlvkiwanis.com or call 702-399-7373.

NORTH LAS VEGAS ROTARY CLUB TO MEET

The North Las Vegas Rotary Club of Las Vegas meets at 7:15 a.m. Fridays at the Los Prados Golf and Country Club, 5150 Los Prados Circle.

The weekly breakfast meetings include guest speakers, networking, education workshops and service projects.

For more information, visit nlvrc.org/newsite.

PLANETARIUM HOSTING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

The Planetarium at the College of Southern Nevada hosts educational programs and stargazing at various times Fridays and Saturdays at 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. Tickets are $4 for children and seniors and $6 for adults. For more information, including times, visit csn.edu.

ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY HOLDS OUTREACH EVENTS

The Las Vegas Astronomical Society holds events every month for those interested in learning about astronomy. The society meets at 7:30 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at the College of Southern Nevada Planetarium, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave., usually with a speaker or program on an astronomical topic.

For more information on the group, visit lvastronomy.com.

ALIANTE LIBRARY WRITERS CLUB TO MEET MONTHLY

The Aliante Library Writers Club is set to meet monthly from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on select Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Aliante Library, 2400 w. Deer Springs Way. The group gathers for networking, readings and learning about writing. For more information, call 702-839-2980, visit nlvld.org or email Glory Wade at glorywadewriter@gmail.com.

CENTENNIAL HILLS LIBRARY HOSTS STORY TIME FOR KIDS

The Centennial Hills Library plans to host story time for babies from birth to 18 months at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. most Thursdays and story time for children ages 3-5 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. most Wednesdays at 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Organizers plan to offer songs, nursery rhymes and language-enrichment activities with an adult. For more information, call the library at 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

MASTER GARDENERS TO HOST KIDS GARDENING CLASSES

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Junior Master Gardener program plans to offer hands-on gardening activities from 9 a.m. to noon every other Saturday at the Clark County Center for Urban Food Production, 4600 Horse Drive.

Children ages 7-12 are invited to attend. The eight-session-per-semester class fee is $50. Students must register to participate.

For more information, contact Karyn Johnson at 702-257-5523 or johnsonk@unce.unr.edu.

WILDLIFE REFUGE GROUP HOSTS MONTHLY MEETINGS

Friends of the Desert National Wildlife Refuge Complex meets at 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension offices, 8050 Paradise Road.

The group provides volunteers and other support to the National Wildlife Refuge, 30 miles northwest of Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs.

For more information, visit the group’s Facebook page or call Harry Konwin at 702-515-5494.

SENIOR GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP MEETS BIMONTHLY

A grief support group for seniors is set to meet the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 9 a.m. at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. For more information, call 702-229-1702.

SENIOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE AND DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP MEETS MONTHLY

An Alzheimer’s disease and dementia support group for seniors is set to meet the third Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. For more information, call 702-229-1702.

AUDUBON SOCIETY HOSTS BIRD WALKS

The Red Rock Audubon Society hosts bird walks at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road, starting at 8 a.m. on the third Saturday of every month. Walks last about two hours and are geared toward beginning and casual walkers. Attendees meet in the last parking lot in the group picnic area. For more information, visit redrockaudubon.org.

CENTENNIAL HILLS ACTIVE ADULT CENTER TO HOST KNITTING GROUP

The Centennial Hills Active Adult Center plans to host a low-cost knitting group for adults 50 or older at 9 a.m. Wednesdays at 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. The group is free to those with a $2 annual adult center membership. For more information, call the center at 702-229-1702.

CROSSING GUARD RECRUITMENT FOR 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR STARTS

The North Las Vegas Police Department is recruiting for school crossing guards to work near elementary schools for this school year. Crossing guards are responsible for assisting students safely across busy intersections on their way to and from school.

The position is part-time and pays $9 an hour. Guards typically work from 6:30 to 9:15 a.m. and 1:30 to 4 p.m. every day when school is in session depending on to which school they are assigned.

Apply at cityofnorthlasvegas.com or call 415-633-1017, ext. 6671.

BELLY DANCE CLASSES PLANNED AT ACTIVE ADULT CENTER

Join members of the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center for belly dance classes set for 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays and Fridays at 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Class members, led by instructor Jeanne Baer, have performed during luncheons at the Lieburn Senior Center and at a Chinese New Year celebration in Sun City Anthem. For more information, call the center at 702-229-1702.

FREE TRAPPERS SET TO MEET IN SPRING MOUNTAINS

Spring Mountain Free Trappers meet for a black powder shoot the first weekend of each month at CC Spring and Lovell Canyon roads in the Spring Mountains southwest of Las Vegas. Locations vary depending on weather, so call Daniel Trousdale at 702-645-2658 before attending. For more information, visit smft.org.