Summerlin/Summerlin South Neighborhood News

PLANNING COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES LOGO CONTEST FOR NEVADA'S 150TH

Plans are in the works for a yearlong celebration commemorating Nevada's 150th year of statehood on Oct. 31, 2014. The celebration's planning committee, formed by Gov. Brian Sandoval, is encouraging the public to get involved by designing the event's logo to be used in promotional and event efforts.

The theme of Nevada's 150th anniversary will be "Battle Born-Nevada Proud," and all interested professional or amateur artists, designers and advertising and public relations agencies are invited to participate.

Requirements for participation include:

The resident or company designing the logo must primarily reside in Nevada.

Artwork must include the tagline "Battle Born. Nevada Proud."

Artwork designed and submitted by the artist must be free to the committee.

Final artwork must be provided as print-ready for use in a .jpg, .eps or Illustrator file. Hand-drawn illustrations will not be considered.

The logo needs to be showcased in three different applications to show its versatility for the multitude of uses and needs.

The contest will be conducted through a request for proposals, available online at sites.google.com/site/nevada150th, or by requesting a copy from planning committee member Lori Nelson at lori.nelson@stationcasinos.com. All logo contest details, and terms and conditions are available.

Submissions are due by Aug. 23 and will be judged by the planning committee. The winning logo is scheduled to be unveiled at a to-be-determined Nevada Day celebration on Oct. 31.

JEWISH SINGLES CLUB TO MEET

The Jewish Singles 55 Plus Social Club plans its next meeting for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Jewish Community Center of Temple Sinai, 9001 Hillpointe Road. Following a short meeting, a workshop and time for socializing are planned. Refreshments will be available.

The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information, call 233-8618 or 243-9482.

SEMINAR TO LOOK AT GETTING FINANCIALLY FIT

A seminar titled Strategies for a Healthy Personal And Financial Life with personal fitness trainer Melissa Blynn is planned for 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Desert Vista Community Center, 10360 Sun City Blvd. in Sun City Summerlin.

This is a free event. To reserve a spot, call John Leveritt at 341-2080.

WATER POLO COMPETITION SET

Water polo finals for all ages are planned for 4 p.m. Saturday at the Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive.

Additionally, an all-city swim meet for all ages is planned for 9 a.m. Aug. 11 at the pool.

Admission is free for spectators for both events. For more information, call 229-1488.

JOINT SURGERY EDUCATION SEMINAR PLANNED AT MOUNTAINVIEW

A free Total Joint Patient Education Seminar is planned from noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 8 in the lobby classroom at MountainView Hospital, 3100 N. Tenaya Way.

This educational seminar will be given by an orthopedic surgeon for patients interested in joint surgery of the knee, hip or shoulder.

Space is limited, and reservations are required. To sign up, call 233-5474.

SEMINAR ON TOMATIS METHOD SCHEDULED AT BRAIN SOLUTIONS INC.

Introductions to the Tomatis method, a way to re-channel how the brain processes auditory input, are planned for 6:30 p.m. Aug. 9 and 10:30 a.m. Aug. 11 at Brain Solutions Inc., 8515 Edna Ave., Suite 160.

The Tomatis method has shown improvement for those with autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and other conditions.

To register, call 340-2248. For more information, visit brainsolutionsnv.com.

CONVENIENCE STORES GO HEALTHY

First Place Nutrition, 9691 Trailwood Drive, Suite 109, has joined Core-Mark Distributing and is bringing healthy choices to more than 700 convenience stores in the Las Vegas area.

Expect everything from gluten-free and organic products, protein drinks and bars and variety of other products that fit a healthy lifestyle through retail partners such as locally owned convenience store chain Fabulous Freddy's.

Las Vegas-based First Place Nutrition opened in January and offers vitamins, herbs, sports nutrition, body fat testing and diet consultations. Core-Mark Distributing services more than 700 stores in the valley and more than 30,000 stores nationwide. For more information, visit firstplacenutrition.net.

AFAN SENDS CHILDREN TO CAMP

Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) sent 17 children affected by HIV/AIDS to a weeklong, cost-free summer camp the first week of July. Children 6 to 17 spent a week at the Laurel Foundation's summer camp in Angelus Oaks, Calif. The camp mixes fun, friendship and therapeutic wilderness experiences designed to foster self-confidence and social interaction.

Most of the children in the program come from disadvantaged backgrounds, so attending a summer camp out of state is something they probably would never get to experience. Camp Courage was created to help children overcome the isolation and stigma associated with HIV/AIDS.

AFAN relies on the support of sponsors to fund the Camp Courage program. For information on how to become a sponsor, visit afanlv.org/events/camp-courage.

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER KICKOFF EVENT SET AT JW MARRIOTT

The kickoff event for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer fundraiser is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. Thursday at JW Marriott, 221 N. Rampart Blvd.

For more information, visit strideslasvegas.com.

The Red Rock 5K is slated for 9 a.m. Sept. 8 at the Arroyo Golf Course at Red Rock Country Club, 2205 Red Springs Drive.

The course is scenic and challenging, following the rolling landscapes of the area. For more information, visit rynorunning.com.

FREE SEMINARS TO ANSWER ZONING AND LICENSING LEGAL QUESTIONS

The city of Las Vegas' Economic and Urban Development Department plans to host 90-minute seminars through September. Check-in is scheduled to begin at 7:45 a.m. for each seminar at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. Learn about business taxes, licenses and permits, labor and employment laws, trademarks, small claims court, and trust and estate planning. The seminars are sponsored by the city of Las Vegas and attorneys from the law firm of Lionel Sawyer & Collins.

Scheduled topics are: Aug. 7, Trademarks, Trade Names, Service Marks and E-Commerce; Aug. 21, Small Claims Court; and Sept. 5, Trust and Estate Planning.

Admission is free, but registration is required. Space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register by emailing dmharris@lasvegas nevada.gov or calling 229-6862. For more information, contact sallen@lionelsawyer.com.

FORECLOSED UPON PETS NEEDS FOSTER FAMILIES

Foreclosed Upon Pets Inc. needs foster families for dogs and cats that have been relinquished by owners, left in foreclosed homes, found on the street or need a new home when the owner dies or is deployed.

Fostering usually involves short-term stints, typically ranging from a few weeks to a few months. Assistance is given to foster families, if needed, in the way of food, toys, medicine and veterinary care.

FUPI does its best to match foster families with a short-term companion that suits their lifestyle.

Foster families increase an animal's chance of being adopted by providing feedback on the temperament, activity level and likes and dislikes.

For more information, complete the foster form online at forecloseduponpets.org/, call 272-0010 or e-mail forecloseduponpets@hotmail.com.

ANIMAL FOUNDATION SEEKING DONATED LINENS

Nonprofit The Animal Foundation, 655 North Mojave Road, one of Nevada's largest open-admission animal shelters and pet adoption centers, is seeking donations of new and gently used linens, including: towels, blankets, sheets, pillow cases, T-shirts and sweatshirts.

During summer, The Animal Foundation receives more than 100 animals per day. Donated linens are used to make the animals more comfortable and to keep the young and underweight animals warm.

Due to the cleaning procedures for donated linens, items must be washed in a high bleach-to-water concentration, which breaks down materials quickly. Additionally, once an item has been torn, it cannot be used again. Items with stuffing (comforters, pillows, dog beds, etc.) can only be used once as they cannot be completely disinfected.

Linens can be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily at the shelter. For more information, visit animalfoundation.com.