East Valley Community Events Calendar, May 12-18, 2016

THE WEEK’S BEST BETS

1. Winefest weekend: The eighth annual event is set from 8 to 10 p.m. May 13, and three events are scheduled between 1 and 10 p.m. May 14, at the Golden Nugget, 129 Fremont St. Tickets are $35 to $89 per event. Visit goldennugget.com or call 866-946-5336.

2. Helldorado Days: Events are scheduled May 12-15 at locations downtown and the Helldorado festival grounds, with rodeo events, a carnival, vendors and exhibitors at Las Vegas Village, 3901 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Highlights include the Las Vegas Helldorado Parade, scheduled for 10 a.m. May 14 northbound on Fourth Street from Gass to Ogden avenues, and the Barnyard in the Boneyard, scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. May 14 at the Neon Museum, 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The cost is $5, and proceeds benefit the Neon Museum and Horses 4 Heroes. Visit elkshelldorado.com. Also planned are the Whiskerino Contest, scheduled for 7 p.m. May 12 on the Jackie Gaughan Parkway in front of the El Cortez, 600 Fremont St. The facial hair competition has six categories: Longest Beard, Wild West Beard, Longest Mustache, Best Moustache, Best Beard and Best Overall. The entry fee is $25 in advance and $35 on the day of contest. The Hell of a Pub Crawl is set for 8 p.m. May 12. Leave from the Whiskerino Contest to the El Cortez’s Jackie Gaughan Plaza to pick up a souvenir mug. Food and a performance by the Rowdy McCarran Band is planned. The cost is $25 per person.

3. Mid-Century Magic — Morelli House Tours: The free tours, part of the statewide celebration of the 50th anniversary of the National Preservation Act, are scheduled starting at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. May 14 at the Morelli House, 861 E. Bridger Ave. The iconic mid-century modern home was built in 1959 for Antonio Morelli, orchestra conductor and musical director for the Sands Hotel and the Casino Copa Showroom during the Rat Pack era. Visit morellihouse.org or contact the Junior League of Las Vegas at 702-822-6536 or info@jllv.org.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Las Vegas Philharmonic: Tickets are on sale for the 2016-17 concert season, which is set to begin with “Cabrera Conducts Mahler” on Sept. 10 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. The early subscription renewal discount period ends May 16. Visit lvphil.org, call 702-749-2847 or visit the box office. For information about subscriptions, contact the philharmonic by calling 702-258-5438 or emailing lvpinfo@lvphil.com.

Safe Summer Nights: The free events are planned through May 26 and include music, children’s games, face painting and free refreshments while supplies last, and community health and resource fairs. The Metropolitan Police Department Mounted Police Unit will visit each event with its horses, and Three Square food bank will deliver 300 5-pound bags of fresh produce for distribution to residents at each event. Planned events include: from 5 to 7 p.m. May 12 at Kelly Elementary School, 1900 J St.; from 4 to 6 p.m. May 19 at Hewetson Elementary School, 701 N. 20th St.; and from 4 to 6 p.m. May 26 at Hollingsworth Elementary School, 1776 E. Ogden Ave. Call Lisa Campbell at 702-229-5406.

ArtLIVE!: The charity event, combining fashion and art in a showcase to benefit the Las Vegas Fashion Council and the 18b Arts District, is scheduled from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 12 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. The artist-designed mannequins are part of what organizers call their Madison mannequins, or when they gather them together in one place, the Madison Army. Tickets are $150 or $35 for students with valid ID. Visit artlivelv.com or facebook.com/artLIVELasVegas.

Volunteer cleanup: The Outside Las Vegas Foundation, in partnership with the city of Las Vegas, city of North Las Vegas and the Cultural Corridor, invites community members to lend a helping hand during the Cultural Corridor and Historic Downtown cleanup, planned from 8 a.m. to 11a.m. May 14. Located north of the heart of Fremont Street, the historic area is home to the old Mormon Fort (originally established in 1854), the Neon Museum, the Cashman Center and other businesses and venues. Volunteers will assist with trash pickup, light landscaping, cleaning Heritage Park and painting. The effort will begin at Heritage Park and extend from the Neon Museum to Lake Mead Boulevard. Volunteers will receive a free pass to the Neon Museum, a Las Vegas 51s baseball cap and other items for their help. After the cleanup, volunteers are invited to enjoy the Helldorado Days Parade on Las Vegas Boulevard. Volunteers must be 18 or older to participate. To register, visit getoutdoorsnevada.org/event-listing or email janderson@outsidelasvegas.org.

Nevada JobConnect Outreach for Veterans and Nonveterans: The free event, scheduled for 2 p.m. May 18 at the West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., is set to provide career development information, job search resources, training programs and information on unemployment benefits. Call 702-507-3989 or visit lvccld.org.

Movie night: Films are set to be screened at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 25 at the Downtown Container Park, 707 Fremont St. “Frozen” is scheduled for May 12 and “Enchanted” for May 19. Visit downtowncontainerpark.com.

Spring Dance Concert 2016: The Las Vegas Academy of the Arts Dance Department plans to present its final dance concert of the year at 7 p.m. May 13 and 14 at the school at 955 E. Clark Ave. Tickets are $10 each. Visit lvadance.org.

The Scintas: The group’s limited-engagement performance schedule was extended through November. This month’s performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. May 13 and 14 at the Plaza, 1 S. Main St. Tickets range from $29 to $49. A dinner and show package is available for $99. Visit plazahotelcasino.com or call 702-386-2110.

Reckless In Vegas: The performance is scheduled at 8 p.m. May 13 at the Italian American Club, 2333 E. Sahara Ave. The band is set to be joined by special guest Kelly Clinton-Holmes, and the evening’s performance will be filmed for inclusion in Reckless In Vegas’ new music video for “Luck Be a Lady,” due out this spring. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25. Visit iacvegas.com or call 702-457-3866.

Brenda Lee: The performance, part of the 52 Fridays series, is scheduled at 8 p.m. May 13 at the Golden Nugget, 129 Fremont St. Tickets are $20.71 to $118.81.Visit goldennugget.com or call 866-946-5336.

“Voices from the Sagebrush”: The family-friendly original play about Nevada’s past is set for 3 p.m. May 14 at the Nevada State Museum at the Springs Preserve, 309 S. Valley View Blvd. The play is part of the statewide celebration of the 50th anniversary of the National Preservation Act. Admission is free with museum membership or paid general admission. Visit tinyurl.com/nvsmasp or call 702-486-5205.

Buddy Walk: The 2016 Buddy Walk, benefiting the Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada, is scheduled from noon to 5 p.m. May 14 at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. Visit dsosn.org or call Deann Cline at 702-648-1990.

“Titus Andronicus Jr.”: The play, written and directed by Las Vegas local Troy Heard, is set for performances at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, May 12-28, and 5 p.m. May 22 at the Onyx Theatre, 953 E. Sahara Ave., No. 16B. The play, inspired by Shakespeare’s bloodiest tragedy, features a cast of children. Tickets are $20. Visit onyxtheatre.com or purchase tickets at the box office an hour before show time.

Spring government surplus auction: The event, scheduled for 8 a.m. May 14 at 4320 Stephanie St. off Flamingo Road near Dog Fancier’s Park, is set to feature items used or acquired by area police and government agencies including cars, trucks, computers, office equipment, electronics and other lost and found items from McCarran International Airport. A preview and pre-registration period is set from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through May 13. Visit tntauction.com.

Jazz in the Park: The concert featuring Brian Simpson with Kim Waters is scheduled at 7 p.m. May 14 at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway. Seating is set to begin at 5 p.m. Picnics, blankets and low-back chairs are welcome. Food and drink are be available for purchase. Visittinyurl.com/hbj2354.

The Dream Flight: The fundraising event is scheduled at 7 p.m. May 14 at Cirrus Aircraft Hangar, Atlantic — Executive Terminal, 275 E. Tropicana Ave., and is set to feature live musical performances, celebrity appearances, an open bar, a pop-up nightclub and restaurants. Each event ticket purchased will grant the attendee a chance to win a seat on The Dream Flight, a private jet West Coast foodie tour traveling from Las Vegas to San Francisco and Seattle. Proceeds from the event benefit the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth’s 4969 Retrofit Project and Miracle Flights. Admission is $199, which includes the event, open bar, food samplings and one complimentary entry to win two seats on the Dream Flight. Participants must be present to enter and win. Visit tinyurl.com/drmflt16.

Build Your Own Dream Catcher: The Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park, 500 E. Washington Ave., is set to host the activity for children 10 or younger from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 14. Supplies will be provided. Admission is $1 per person for ages 13 or older and free for those 12 or younger.

Nevada Ballet Theatre’s “Romeo & Juliet”: In recognition of the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death, the show is set for 7:30 p.m. May 14 and 2 p.m. May 15 at Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets start at $29. Call 702-749-2000 or visit nevadaballet.org.

Rockin’ Paws Benefit Brunch: The event, scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 15 at the Hard Rock Cafe, 4475 Paradise Road, is set to benefit The L Group lesbian programming at The Center and local animal nonprofit Street Dogz. The pet-friendly brunch is to include contests, a raffle, pet watering stations and a special monitored potty area. Leashed pets are welcome, but due to limited space, the Hard Rock Cafe requests one pet per couple. The cost is $25 per person in advance or $35 at the door. Bottomless mimosas and bloody Marys are set to be available for $20. Visit thecenterlv.com or call 702-733-9800.

Celebrity Bowl: The Ogden Foundation’s second annual bowling fundraiser is set for noon May 15 at the Brooklyn Bowl at the Linq, 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. South. A red carpet walk and registration are set from noon to 1 p.m., to be followed by the celebrity introduction and bowling challenge from 1 to 1:30 p.m., the amateur bowling competition from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m., the Celeb-Am bowling competition from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. and prize presentations from 3:30 to 4 p.m. Event tickets with no bowling, an open bar and Blue Ribbon cuisine are $100 and $30 for ages 8 to 12 with no bowling and Blue Ribbon cuisine. Tickets including amateur bowling for a team of four are $500. Visit ogdencelebritybowl.com.

Food Revolution Day: Create A Change Now and partner The Reset Project have announced their second joint health education event celebrating Food Revolution Day with a 555 dinner at VegeNation, 616 Carson Ave., No. 120, from 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. May 15. A preceding reception is set for 5:30 p.m. Food Revolution Day is a global campaign that sets out to put practical food education back on school curriculums. The dinner is to highlight five Las Vegas chefs, creating a five course-dinner from five local farms while educating individuals on nutritional values and the importance of healthy eating. Tickets start at $65, and seating is limited to 55. Proceeds benefit Create A Change Now. Visit brownpapertickets.com/event/2534133.

Jonathan Ogden Youth Football Camp: The free non-contact football camp is planned from 8:30 t0 10:30 a.m. May 15 at UNLV’s Peter Johann Soccer Field, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, with check-in set for 7:30 a.m. The camp is open to children ages 8 to 14 and is limited to 200. Parents and friends are welcome to watch. The camp’s goal is to expose and reinforce basic football fundamentals, provide health and wellness education for all youths including at-risk, homeless and foster care kids while maintaining a fun and safe environment. Visit tinyurl.com/jc6rgdw.

Love Dog Adventures annual fundraiser: The event is scheduled from 4 to 7 p.m. May 16 at Mingo Kitchen and Lounge, 1021 E. Charleston Blvd., and is set to include light appetizers, a complimentary Alien Tequila margarita, a raffle and an auction to benefit Love Dog Adventures. Visit lovedogadventures.com.

“The Cat’s Meow”: Performances for the 21-or-older show are set for 7 p.m. May 16 and 23 at the Velveteen Rabbit, 1218 S. Main St. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m. The play is a new immersive staging of Steven Peros’s play based on the real murder mystery that took place on William Randolph Hearst’s yacht. Tickets are $25 for bar seating and $30 for lounge seating. All tickets include a special cocktail for the event. Visit tinyurl.com/catsmeow16.

Phil Vassar: The performance is scheduled at 9 p.m. May 16 at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country at Town Square Las Vegas, 6611 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets for the 18-or-older event are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Visit stoneysrockincountry.com or call 702-435-2855.

“Dixie’s Tupperware Party”: Performances are scheduled at 7 p.m. May 17-21 and 3 p.m. May 21 and 22 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $33 to $40. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

“Are we there yet? Remembering the Roadtrip”: The lecture, part of the Times of the Signs Series, is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. May 18 at the Neon Museum, 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Admission is free, but advance registration is required. Visit neonmuseum.org or call 702-387-6366.

Geeks Who Drink Trivia: The 21-or-older event is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. May 18 and every Wednesday at the Gold Spike, 217 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The event is free, and signups start at 7:30 p.m. Visit goldspike.com or call 702-476-1082.

Down and Derby: The 21-or-older event is scheduled at 10 p.m. May 18 and every first and third Wednesday at the Gold Spike, 217 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Admission and skate rental are free. Visit goldspike.com or call 702-476-1082.

Wonderground: The monthly magic and variety event is set for 8 p.m. May 19 at The Olive Mediterranean, 3850 Sunset Road. There are performances at 8, 9 and 10 p.m.,, and admission is $10 for the night. Visit vegaswonderground.com or call 702-451-8805.

WORTH A DRIVE

“Tuna Does Vegas”: Two actors are set to play multiple characters in the comedy performance scheduled at 8 p.m. May 12-14 and 19-21 and at 2 p.m. May 8, 14, 15 and 22 at the Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $24 for adults and $21 for seniors and students. Visit lvlt.org.

Super Summer season opener: “Hooray for Hollywood,” this year’s Super Summer Theatre season opener, is set to feature Academy Award-winning songs from the past 80 years at 7:30 p.m. May 13 and 14 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Tickets are $10.95 in advance and $20 at the gate. Visit supersummertheatre.org.

Comedy performance: The Gershwin musical comedy “Crazy For You” is set for six performances at Faith Conservatory of the Fine Arts at Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School, 2015 S. Hualapai Way. Performances are set for 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and at 4 p.m. Sundays, May 13-22. Tickets start at $12. Visit FaithConservatory.com.

Henderson Symphony: The Henderson Symphony Orchestra is slated to perform “Night at the Opera” free at 8 p.m. May 13 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Call 702-267-4849 or visit cityofhenderson.com.

Themed spring garden tour: A free tour, themed “Hot summer colors/preparing for summer,” is scheduled for 10 a.m. May 14 at the Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Demonstration and Test Gardens. Use the west side gate to meet in the courtyard of the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Participants should come dressed and prepared for being outdoors. Plant lists will be provided. Call 702-257-5555 or visit facebook.com/MasterGardenersOfSouthernNevada.

Teen animeFEST: The second annual event celebrating anime culture is planned from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 14 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Workshops, cosplay contests, a Super Smash Bros. tournament, musical guests and food trucks are planned. Call 702-507-3631 or visit lvccld.org.

Fallen Heroes run: The Douglas J. Green Memorial Foundation announced its fourth annual Fallen Heroes 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run, planned for 8 a.m. on Armed Forces Day, May 14, at Bruce Trent Park, 8851 Vegas Drive. Both courses are to circle around the park decorated with the combat boots and photos memorializing fallen service members. Proceeds will benefit military families. Entry fees are $30 for adults, $20 for veterans and $15 for children, students or active military. Registration includes a race bib, T-shirt, gift bag and post-race refreshments. Visit tinyurl.com/greenmemorialrun.

Red Rock marathon: Triple Dare Running Co. plans its spring race, the Flight of Fire Trail Half Marathon & 10K, for May 14 at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, 1000 Scenic Loop Drive. Starting at the Visitor Center, the course will travel clockwise to the Moenkopi Loop, the Grand Circle Loop, and the White Rock-Willow Springs Trail, then to the White Rock dirt road, back to the Grand Circle Loop, on to the Calico Hills Trail, and finally back to the Moenkopi Loop, finishing at the center. This course is a technical trail race, and trail shoes with gaiters are recommended. The 10K follows the same course, ending at the White Rock aid station. Shuttle service will be provided to return 10K runners to the start area. This event is limited to 200 participants. Visit tripledareruns.com.

Search and Rescue: The Metropolitan Police Department Search and Rescue plans to host its annual 5K run and 1-mile fun walk followed by a tethered balloon flight, helicopter demonstration and interaction with search and rescue vehicles at 8 a.m. May 14 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Park admission is $10 per car that day, but it will be waived for race participants. Visit tinyurl.com/smrtruck.

“Voices from the Sagebrush”: The Rainbow Company Youth Theatre plans to present a family-friendly original play about Nevada’s past at 3 p.m. May 14 at the Nevada State Museum at the Springs Preserve, 309 S. Valley View Blvd. The show is free with paid museum admission. Visit museums.nevadaculture.org/nsmlv-home.

Bike rodeo: The MountainView Hospital Bike Rodeo is planned from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 14 at the hospital’s south parking lot, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. Kids can navigate the bike course, get a bike safety check, enter a raffle to win a bike, pick up a new helmet courtesy of Land Rover Las Vegas, talk with Metropolitan Police Department officers about bike safety and pick up route maps from the RTC. Visit mountainview-hospital.com.

Fit Lives Here Event Series: The 8K Trail Mix and 5K Road Race are scheduled to start at 8 a.m. May 14 at Skye Canyon Park, 10111 W. Skye Canyon Park Drive. Registration ranges from $25 to $50 and includes a T-shirt and a goodie bag. A 1-mile family fun run or walk is also planned. The 5K and 1-mile races are set to travel through Skye Canyon’s neighborhoods, while the 8K will start on the road and venture onto nearby trails. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Outside Las Vegas Foundation. Visit skyecanyon.com.

Charity walk: The Crohn’s & Colitis Take Steps Walk is scheduled for May 14 at Exploration Peak Park, 9700 S. Buffalo Drive. Check-in is set for 9 a.m., and the walk is expected to start at 10 a.m. While there is no fee to walk, participants are encouraged to register and help raise funds for the cause. Visit tinyurl.com/lvccfawalk.

The Vagina Monologues: The play is set for 2 p.m. May 15 at the Sophia Center for Goddess Study, 6034 Smoke Ranch Road. An after-show panel discussion and question-and-answer session is planned. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Visit sophiacentervm.eventbrite.com or call 702-489-7999.

Norwegian Constitution Day: Residents interested in celebrating Norwegian heritage are invited to attend the event scheduled for 5 p.m. May 17 at Bicentennial Park, 999 Colorado St. The event is sponsored by the Sons of Norway and is expected to include food and lawn games such as sack races and croquet. The event is free and open to the public. Contact Dave at odnelson2@gmail.com.

Chow Down For Caps’n’gowns: Communities In Schools of Nevada plans the event for May 17, a day when restaurants across the Las Vegas Valley are set to participate in a grand-scale fundraising event to benefit the organization. More than 20 restaurants will donate a percentage of their sales from the day to help students. Visit cisnevada.org or call 702-770-7611.

Equine & Wine: White Horse Youth Ranch plans an Equine & Wine dinner event from 6:30 to 9 p.m. May 20 at the 8390 W. Windmill Lane ranch. Attire is casual elegance. The event is set to include a five-course dinner with wine pairings and entertainment by singer Chadwick Johnson. Tickets are $175. The ranch offers free horsemanship programs for young people dealing with social issues such as bullying, divorce, death, military separation and illness. Visit whyranch.org.

Yard sale: The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary plans its annual yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 21 at 2900 Palomino Lane.

“Illustrating the Written Word — A Collaborative Intersection of Art and Language”: The exhibit is planned from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays through June 11 at the Artspace Gallery, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. The College of Southern Nevada Department of Fine Arts is set to host an exhibition of drawings and poetry created through a collaborative effort between students and faculty of CSN’s Department of Fine Arts and Department of English. Admission is free. Call 702-651-4146.

“North East”: The exhibition is planned from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays through July 2 at the Left of Center Art Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road. The exhibition is set to feature artists who have either grown up in, worked in or have had some connection to the northeast area of Las Vegas, including Fawn Douglas, Justin Favela, Anthony Johnson, Ashanti McGee, Jerry Misko, Ras One, Krystal Ramirez, Checko Salgao, Lance Smith, David Veliz and Mikayla Whitmore. Call 702-647-7378.

PLAN AHEAD

Wacky World of Sports: The event is scheduled at 9 a.m. May 21 at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. The event is set to include unusual games such as FootGolf, Knockerball, Beer Pong and Human Derby. Spectating is free, and participation ranges from free to $100 per team. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-8200.

Cambridge Spring Festival: The free event is scheduled from 10 am. to 1 p.m. May 21 at the Cambridge Recreation Center, 3930 Cambridge St., and is set to include fun activities for kids and families. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7169. “Five”: The exhibition of paintings, sculptures, videos, installations and photographs from contemporary artists based in Los Angeles and New York is set to be on display from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays May 20 through Sept. 10 at the Barrick Museum at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. A public opening event is scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. May 21. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

“Knockout Night at the D”: The event is scheduled at 6 p.m. May 21 at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, 200 S. Third St. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are $14.99 to $99.99. Visit dlvec.com or call 702-388-2100.

The second annual VIVA Award: The Vegas Icon Visionary Awards are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. May 21 at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. The event, hosted by Clint Holmes and Kelly Clinton-Holmes, is set to honor arts activists Ken Hanlon and Keith Thompson. It is also set to feature the work of local visual artists and musicians and showcase fashion and couture. Proceeds will benefit the Forgotten Song Foundation Inc, dedicated to recognizing, remembering and sustaining the visual artists and performance artistry of live music. Tickets range from $75 to $150. Visit tinyurl.com/viva2016 or call 702-229-1012.

New Vista Community Wine Walk: The walk is set from 7 to 10 p.m. May 21 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Each walk is set to showcase a variety of food and wine throughout Town Square and feature 15 wines for sampling. The cost is $25 per person in advance or $30 the day of the event. Individuals must be 21 or older to attend. Visit winewalklv.com or call 702-269-5000.

The Las Vegas Philharmonic Presents Cabrera Conducts Tchaikovsky: Performances are set for 7:30 p.m. May 21 and 2 p.m. May 22 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $26 to $96. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

“Dreamgirls”: The performance is scheduled at 1 p.m. May 28 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $34 to $64. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

Pinochle Tourney: The event for seniors 50 or older is scheduled at noon June 2 at the Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 J. St. The cost is $5 per team. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702- 229-6125.

Ice Cream Social: The event for seniors 50 or older is scheduled at noon June 2 at the Derfelt Senior Center, 3433 W. Washington Ave. The cost is $3. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-6601.

Picnic in the Garden: The event for seniors 50 or older is set from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 7 at the Doolittle Senior Center Community Garden in the 1200 block of Blankenship Avenue. The cost is $5. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-6374.

Mid-Summer’s Eve Paper Flower Workshop: The event for seniors 50 or older is scheduled at 10 a.m. June 8 at the Derfelt Senior Center, 3433 W. Washington Ave. The cost is $3 and includes supplies. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-6601.

Luau Lunch: The event for seniors 50 or older is planned at 11:30 a.m. June 9 at the Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road. The event is set to include a luau celebration with entertainment, Kalua pork, chicken long rice and more. Registration deadline is June 6. The cost is $5. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-6454.

Lutheran Social Services of Nevada’s Wine Tasting Fundraiser: The annual event is set from 5 to 7 p.m. June 9 at Cili at Bali Hai Golf Club, 5160 Las Vegas Blvd. South, with food, wine and a silent auction featuring restaurant gift cards, art, hotel stays and gift baskets planned. Tickets are $65. Visit lssnv.org.

Ultimate Variety Live!: The event is set for 6 p.m. June 11 and 12 at Sam’s Town, 5111 Boulder Highway. The show is set to feature comedians, magicians, ventriloquists, instrumentalists, tribute artists and more and is hosted by Kelly Clinton-Holmes. Tickets start at $10. Visit samstownlv.com or call 702-636-7075.

ACLUNV’s 50th Anniversary Gala: The event celebrating American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada is scheduled at 7 p.m. June 11 at Wynn Las Vegas, 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Artist and designer John Van Hamersveld has created custom artwork for the gala and a limited-edition poster for VIP attendees. Before the formal gala program begins, there will be a one-hour meet-and-greet with Van Hamersveld, along with additional Nevada and national VIPs. The event is set to include dinner, entertainment, a silent auction and honoree recognition. Tickets are $250 or $350 for VIP. Visit aclunv.org/50thAnniversary.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Circus XTREME: The circus is scheduled for 7 p.m. June 16-18, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. June 18, and 1 and 5 p.m. June 19 at the Thomas & Mack Center at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Tickets are $20 to $50. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

Mah Jongg World Championship: The event is scheduled for July 22-24 at the Westgate, 3000 Paradise Road. Players can enter by winning a sanctioned tournament or buying in at a higher cost. Visit destinationmahjongg.com, or for sales information, email contact@destinationmahjongg.com.

“IDAHO! The Comedy Musical”: Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. July 6-9, 12-17 and 2 p.m. July 10, 16 and 17 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $19 to $89. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

Boston: Tickets are on sale for the planned July 15 performance, with an appearance by Dennis DeYoung, founding member of Styx, at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, 200 S. Third St. Tickets start at $49.50. Visit dlvec.com or call 702-388-2100.

Barenaked Ladies: Tickets are on sale for the performance scheduled from 7:30 to 11 p.m. July 22 at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, 200 S. Third St. Tickets start at $42.50. Visit dlvec.com or call 702-388-2100.

Summerland Tour: Tickets are on sale for the performances scheduled from 7 to 11 p.m. Aug. 12 at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, 200 S. Third St. The show is set to include Sugar Ray, Everclear, Lit and Sponge. Tickets range from $32.11 to $50.46. Visit dlvec.com or call 702-388-2100.

ONGOING

Tropicana pool: This season, admission is free before 1 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays to the pool at the Tropicana, 3801 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Fridays through Sundays and holidays, the cost is $10 all day for locals.

Story time in the Square: The event for children featuring interactive story time with a storyteller reading from classic children’s tales and new favorites is scheduled at 11 a.m. Wednesdays through June at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

Look inside “Ka”: Cirque du Soleil invites visitors and locals to get an inside look at “Ka,” as it reveals the history, background and science behind the show in free Ka Theatre Spectacular open houses scheduled for 11 and 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the MGM Grand, 3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The open houses will highlight the work, inspiration and technology used in the $165 million production. Call 702-891-7940.

Free open rehearsals of “Mystere”: Cirque du Soleil invites visitors and locals to get an inside look at “Mystere” from 3 to 3:30 p.m. Saturdays and 4:30 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Guests are also set to receive an offer of two tickets to the show for $99. Call 702-894-7722.

Social CirKish: Acrobatic performance and social skill development classes for youths 13 to 19 are planned from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursdays at The Center, 401 S. Maryland Parkway. Email Shannon Pates Xhola at smp4984@gmail.com.

“Matt and Mattingly’s Bucket Show”: Performances are scheduled at 11:30 p.m Wednesdays at the Art Square Theatre, 1025 S. First St., Suite 145. The two-man improv show with musical accompaniment is free, but audience members are encouraged to pay what they want into a bucket at the end of the performance. Visit mattandmattingly.com.

African drum class: Master teacher “Papa” Diarra Zumana is scheduled to instruct this class from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Baobab Stage at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The cost is $20. Visit baobabstage.com or call 702-202-8010.

Rhythm of Life drum classes: Percussionist and musical facilitator L.A. is scheduled to instruct classes from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the City of the World gallery at 1229 S. Casino Center Blvd. The cost is $35 per class. Visit cityoftheworld.org or call 702-409-7549.

“Failure Is An Option!”: The original comedy show featuring anti-success guru Tom Rubin is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. nightly (dark Tuesday and Wednesday) in the Sin City Theatre at Planet Hollywood Resort, 3667 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $49.95 for general admission and $59.95 for VIP front rows. Visit failureisanoption.vegas.

‘Frankie Moreno — Under the Influence’: The show is scheduled at 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday at Planet Hollywood Resort, 3667 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $33 to $88 at ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.