East Valley Community Events Calendar, Nov. 5-11, 2015

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. Public Mural Painting: The event featuring 50 volunteers is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 6 at the old Ukulele Lounge building, 620 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The Cultural Corridor Coalition selected artist Eric Vozzola to design the mural. A grant of $3,791 from the city of Las Vegas made the project possible. Other sponsors include Zappos, which is set to provide volunteers and a food truck to feed the volunteers, as well as AllPro Painters, which is set to prime the building with paint donated by Cashman Center. Dunn-Edwards Paints is donating paint and other materials to be used for creating the mural itself.

2. Tribute to Judy Garland: David de Alba plans to present a live tribute to Judy Garland at 2:30 p.m Nov. 8 in the Jewel Box Theatre at the Erotic Heritage Museum, 3275 Industrial Road. The show is for those 21 or older. Tickets are $20 for VIP rows and $18 for general seating. Call 702-794-4000 or visit eroticmuseumvegas.com/david-de-alba-as-judy-garland-erotic-heritage-museum.

3. UNLV Homecoming Parade and Pep Rally: The rally is scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m., and the parade is set to begin at 5 p.m. Nov. 6 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

4. Jack Jones: The Grammy and Emmy award-winning artist is set to perform with the Las Vegas Academy Jazz Band during the Las Vegas Academy's third annual Experience the Arts…Dream! Gala, which is set for 5 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Pavillion Ballroom at the Rio, 3700 W. Flamingo Road. The event, honoring Paul and Sue Lowden, is set to have Clint Holmes as the master of ceremonies and include entertainment from Jones and other entertainers. The Lowdens are the namesake of the Lowden Theater at the Las Vegas Academy, 315 S. Seventh St., and proceeds from the event will benefit the Academy. Visit jackjones.org or facebook.com/events/812914682131836.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Jaroslav Sveceny violin concert: Sveceny is set to perform with pianist Vaclav Macha from 7 to 9 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 on the day of the show, and $5 for seniors 55 or older at the 2 p.m. show. Visit the Winchester's front desk, clarkcountynv.gov/parksregistration, or purchase tickets with a credit card by calling 702-455-7340 during business hours.

Las Vegas Stories: This month's topic, The Remarkable Life of Kirk Kerkorian, Father of the Las Vegas Megaresort, is set to be discussed by David Schwartz, writer and director of UNLV's Center for Gaming Research, at 7 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Admission is free. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3459.

SEMA Ignited: The event is scheduled from 3 to 10 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Gold Lot, across from the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Road. Hundreds of cars and trucks visible only to industry professionals at the SEMA Show are set to roll out of the LVCC and assemble at an open-to-the-public extravaganza set to include food, entertainment and more.

The Market celebrates anniversary: The Market, 611 Fremont St., is set to celebrate its first anniversary Nov. 6 with a celebration from 8 to 10 a.m. including a complimentary cup of Peet's coffee to patrons who make purchases. From noon to 3 p.m., guests can listen to music while trying samples. A Southern Wine and Spirits wine tasting is planned from 5 to 8 p.m.

East Las Vegas Community Center Penny Carnival: The event for youths ages 4 to 14 is scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 6 at the East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. It is set to include games for a penny, popcorn for 25 cents and hot dogs for 50 cents. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-1515.

Vegas Valley Comic Book Festival: The eighth annual event is planned from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Panel discussions and workshops, a vendor marketplace and the Artist Alley, make-ortake kids' crafts, live music, a documentary film screening and more are planned. Admission is free. Call 702-507-3459 or visit vegasvalleycomicbookfestival.org.

"A Night in Mexico": The performance by Izel Ballet Folklorico is set from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 the day of the show. Visit the Winchester's front desk or purchase tickets online at clarkcountynv.gov/parksregistration.

Mesquite Pancake Breakfast: The fifth annual event is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Permaculture Learning Garden inside the Vegas Roots Community Garden, 715 N. Tonopah Drive. It will highlight the edibles that grow in the Mojave desert, with the key ingredient being the Mesquite bean from Mesquite trees. Toppings will also feature local edibles such as pomegranate and prickly pear syrup, served with Mesquite flour pancakes. Tickets are $16.37 for adults and $6.12 for children 12 up to age 12. Proceeds will benefit local nonprofit Great Basin Permaculture in its efforts to promote sustainable choices for dry land dwellers. Visit tinyurl.com/olc8w35.

Clint Holmes and Earl Turner – The Two of Us: The event is scheduled at 8:30 p.m. Nov. 6 and 7 and 2 p.m. Nov. 8 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets start at $37. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

"Horsin Around - A Night of Whips, Ropes Knives, and Burly Girlies": The event is scheduled at 9 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Baobab Stage Theatre at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The event is set to include Western arts and burlesque with performances by knife thrower The Great Throwdini, Shawn Williams and Victor Garcia participating in an up-close, gun-spinning duel and others in an event emceed by Kyle Petersen, whose skills include unicycle, trick rope and whips. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. For tickets, visit tinyurl.com/skillhorse, and for more information, visit baobabstage.com or call 702-202-8010.

Lake Mead canoe trip:A canoe trip at Lake Mead is planned from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 7. Meet at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road, to catch the shuttle to Boulder Beach. Boats (choice of canoe or kayak), paddles, life vests and snacks will be included. Participants should bring a sack lunch, sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat. Those younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $25 per person. Visit tinyurl.com/ojpv8ge.

Honor Ride Las Vegas: The self-paced, non-competitive cycling event that raises funds for Ride 2 Recovery is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. Nov. 7 at the MGM Festival Lot across from Luxor, 3900 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The public is invited to join the country's healing heroes on one of three routes (20, 40, or 70 miles). Breakfast is set be provided pre-ride. The finish is to include a festival-like atmosphere with lunch and music. Fees are $65 to $85 and include an event shirt, finishing medal, fully stocked rest stops, SAG (support and gear) and lunch. There is no cost for injured veterans. Ride 2 Recovery provides physical and psychological rehabilitation programs for injured veterans, featuring cycling as its core activity. Visit ride2recovery.com.

One Run 5K and 1-mile walk: The event benefiting HomeAid Southern Nevada, the Josh Stevens Foundation, the Melanoma Research Foundation, Safe Nest and St. Jude's Women's Auxiliary is scheduled at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 7 at The Green at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. An award ceremony is scheduled at 10:30 a.m. The cost is $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 or younger. Donations will also be accepted online for those unable to attend the event. Visit onerunlasvegas.com. For more information, visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

Build-your-own fort replica: The event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort, 500 E. Washington Ave. Admission is $1 or free for ages 12 or younger. Visit friendsofthefort.org or call 702-486-3511.

Break A Holiday Sweat Aerobithon: The event is scheduled from 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Nov. 7 at Dula Gymnasium, 441 E. Bonanza Road, The cost is $3. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-6307.

UNLV Homecoming Football Game vs. Hawai'i: The game is scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m. Nov. 7 at Sam Boyd Stadium, 7000 E Russell Road. Tickets start at $20. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

Light the Night Walk: The annual fundraising event benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is scheduled at 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at 899 Fremont St., just east of Downtown Container Park. Registration is set to open at 3 p.m., and a remembrance ceremony is scheduled at 3:30 p.m. A walk under 5,000 lanterns lighting the night sky is scheduled at 5 p.m. Participants are encouraged to raise at least $100 to become Champions for Cures and receive an illuminated lantern. Visit lightthenight.org/snv.

"The Real Story behind 'Casino' ": The event, part of the Courtroom Conversation series, is scheduled at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Mob Museum, 300 E. Stewart Ave. Panelists are set to include Oscar Goodman, attorney for Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal and Tony Spilotro; Jeff Silver, State Gaming Control Board attorney during Spilotro/Rosenthal era; Marc Kaspar, retired FBI agent who pursued Spilotro for a decade; Deborah Richard, undercover FBI agent who infiltrated the Spilotro camp; and Gwen Castaldi, television reporter during the Spilotro/Rosenthal era. Tickets are $25 and are available at tinyurl.com/mcccas. Visit the themobmuseum.org or call 702-229-2734.

Nevada Ballet Theatre — A Balanchine Celebration: Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7 and 2 p.m. Nov. 8 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets start at $29. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

Las Vegas Brass Band in Concert: The Salute to the Armed Forces is planned for 2 p.m. Nov. 8 in the Main Theater at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Admission is free. Call 702-507-3400 or visit lvccld.org.

CD Release Party for "Christmas at my Place": The event featuring the CD by "Jersey Boys" star Travis Cloer is scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 9 at The Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The event is set to include a cash bar and raffle with proceeds benefiting HELP of Southern Nevada. Visit ttraviscloer.com.

Mammovan @ Your Library: Co-sponsored by the Nevada Health Centers Inc., the Mammovan is set to provide screenings for women over age 40 by appointment or walk-in with most insurance accepted from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 9 in the parking lot of the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Call 877-581-6266 or 702-507-3458, or visit lvccld.org or nevadahealthcenters.org.

An Evening with Joseph Greaves — Thomas Dewey and the Trial that Brought Down Lucky Luciano: Author Joseph C. Greaves plans to discuss his novel, "Tom & Lucky and George & Cokey Flo," at 7 p.m. Nov. 10 in the Jewel Box Theater at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. The book is based on the real-life 1936 vice trial that ended the criminal reign of notorious mobster Lucky Luciano. Books will be available for purchase, and a book signing is set to follow the talk. Admission is free. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3400.

Veterans Day Parade: The event is scheduled at 10 a.m. Nov. 11 on Fourth Street from Hoover to Stewart avenues. Call 702-229-6672 for more information.

New Years on the High Roller: Tickets are on sale for ringing in the new year on the High Roller at the Linq Promenade, 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Participants 21 or older can toast the new year from one of 28 glass-enclosed cabins, each accommodating up to 25 guests with a full bar and a champagne toast. Tickets are $250 per person or $6,250 for the Private Cabin Experience with priority boarding and an open bar. Visit thelinq.caesars.com or call 702-322-0537.

"It Happened Like This": The free annual exhibition of mostly local artists, including Richard Hooker, Kim Johnson and C.A. Traen, reinterpreting the literary influences of narrative and mystery is open by appointment through Nov. 25 in the Mayor's Gallery at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. Call 702-229-1012 for an appointment.

Dinosaurs & Roses charity drive: The thrift store at 4310 E. Tropicana Ave. plans to host a weekly event featuring a different charity each week. Shop in the nonprofit's store that week, and 20 percent of the sales will go to the charity. Visit dinosaursandroses.org and print a coupon or mention the charity of the week when you come in to shop.

WORTH A DRIVE

Fall suit drive: The United Way of Southern Nevada's Women's Leadership Council plans to host its annual one-day suit drive from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 6 in the parking lot of NV Energy, 6226 W. Sahara Ave. Donate suits and other professional items including dresses, shoes, handbags and jewelry for women in need. The drive helps women prepare for career opportunities and gain confidence to succeed during job interviews and in the workplace. Donations will benefit United Way-accredited agencies with back-to-work programs for women. Gently used and/or professional attire should be clean and on a hanger. Drive-through donations can be made. Visit uwsn.org/wlc.

"The Woman in Black": The play is scheduled to be performed at 6 p.m. Nov. 6 and 7 at Shadow Ridge High School, 5050 Brent Lane. Tickets are $7 at the door or at showtix4u.com.

"You Can't Take it With You": The play is set to be performed Nov. 6-8 and 13-15 at Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School, 2015 S. Hualapai Way. Performances are slated for 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays with a 4 p.m. matinee on Sundays. Tickets prices range from $12 to $20. Visit faithconservatory.com.

Dia de Muertos: All ages are invited to enjoy theater, dance, food, illuminated alters, mariachis, face painting, an art exhibition and sugar skulls from 4 to 9 p.m. Nov. 6-8 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Online advance tickets are $9 for adults and $6 for children with 50 percent discounts for Springs Preserve Members. At the gate, tickets are $1 more. Visit springspreserve.org.

Holiday Cactus Garden: Ethel M Chocolates, 2 Cactus Garden Drive, plans to kick off the 22nd annual attraction from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 10. The countdown to the lighting of more than 500,000 colorful lights is set for 6 p.m. More than 70 percent of the lights this year will be LED, the business said. Radio host Mercedes from MIX 94.1-FM is slated to be the master of ceremonies, with holiday entertainment provided by Las Vegas Strip performers from "Human Nature" and the Jabbawockeez, as well as the Sin City Opera. The evening is set to feature photos with Santa, chocolate samples, face painters, balloon artists, raffles and more. The event is free, but tickets are required. A limited number of tickets were scheduled to be available starting Nov. 2 at the Cactus Garden Drive location. A family four-pack was being offered in exchange for nonperishable food items to be donated to Three Square food bank or a toy donation for HELP of Southern Nevada. The Holiday Cactus Garden is slated to be open from 5 to 10 p.m. daily through Jan. 1. Visit ethelm.com.

Moapa Valley Art Guild Pomegranate Arts Festival: The 20th annual festival is set from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 6 and 7 at the Clark County Fairgrounds, 1301 Whipple Ave., in Logandale, about 60 miles northeast of Las Vegas. Admission is free, and artisans and crafters will be offering items for sale, along with pomegranate jelly, syrup, juice and honey and whole pomegranates. Free entertainment and a children's art project also are planned as well as food vendors. Visit moapavalleyartguild.net.

Paws LV: The charity event is planned from 7 to 10 p.m. Nov. 6 at the William Carr Art Gallery in Tivoli Village, 400 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 150. Tickets are $40, and the evening is set to offer food, drink, live music and a silent auction with proceeds to benefit low-income, senior and ill pet owners in getting free or discounted services for their pets. Call 702-888-1088.

Farm Food Workshop: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans to host a workshop to teach growers and small food producers about extended season marketing opportunities for farm and food products from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Marriott Courtyard Las Vegas South, 5845 Dean Martin Drive. The workshop is $30, which includes all materials and lunch. Visit tinyurl.com/farmworkshop.

Wine, Cheese & Chaplin: Celebrate 100 years of Charlie Chaplin's film artistry by revisiting a few of his 1915 classic silent films from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza in Lorenzi Park, 720 Twin Lakes Drive. Wine, cheese and other refreshments are set to be available for purchase. Admission is free. Bring chairs or blankets for lawn seating. Visit artslasvegas.org.

Holiday Boutique & Craft Fair: The Children's Service Guild plans its 41st annual Holiday Boutique & Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Las Vegas Elks Lodge, 4100 W. Charleston Blvd. The event is set to feature handmade wreaths, centerpieces, ornaments, knitted items, baked goods and more. Raffle prizes include passes for four to Disneyland and a color television. The Las Vegas High School Madrigals are slated to perform. Funds raised will help children at Child Haven and those touched by Family Court Services. Visit childrensserviceguild.com.

Humanitarian Work Day: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints plans to host a Humanitarian Work Day from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Las Vegas Stake Chapel, 3400 W. Charleston Blvd. Volunteers are needed to work on sewing quilts, folder games for local schools and tying quilts for general humanitarian needs. Items made will be passed out to local hospitals, schools and charities. Lunch will be served at noon. Call 702-877-3008.

Fall Flower Show: The public is welcome to attend or participate in the Nevada Garden Club's Fall Flower Show, scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 7 and 8 in the clubhouse at Lorenzi Park, 800 Twin Lakes Drive. Expect flowers, succulents, chrysanthemums, vines, houseplants, branches from trees, and a sale of miniature scented daffodils and other plants. Admission is free. Visit nevadagardenclubs.org.

Midnight Spook Show: A horror extravaganza featuring magic, spirit communication and a screening of "House on Haunted Hill" is set for 9:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at The Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St. Tickets are $15. Visit mattrambles.wix.com/home.

Stroll & Toast: The event is slated from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2240 Village Walk Drive. The event will feature wine and beer tastings, food samplings and music. The first 200 tickets are $30, with the price then increasing to $40. Guests must be 21 or older. Early check-in begins at 4:15 p.m. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Light of the World Childhood Cancer Foundation, which supports families battling childhood cancer in Nevada. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

Mule Deer Foundation banquet and fundraiser: The event is set at 7 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Tickets start at $25. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 702-845-8422 or visit muledeer.org.

Rocky Mountain Gun Show: The event is slated from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 at the South Point Arena & Equestrian Center, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Concealed weapons classes are scheduled during the event. Tickets are $15. Visit southpointarena.com.

Golf Fore Recovery Charity Golf Tournament: Foundation for Recovery's eighth annual tournament is set for 8 a.m. Nov. 9 at TPC Summerlin, 1700 Village Center Circle. Funds raised will support the foundation's addiction and mental health recovery services in Southern Nevada, including a free peer recovery support center and a youth initiative, Helping Young People Experience Recovery, which focuses on helping adolescents and young adults live healthy lives. The tournament will be held the week of Veterans Day to place special emphasis on supporting our military veterans. Registration is $225 for individuals and $800 for a foursome. Visit forrecovery.org.

Free tickets for veterans: Comedy-magician Mac King is offering veterans and active-duty military personnel two free tickets to "The Mac King Comedy Magic Show" at Harrah's Las Vegas, 3475 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Nov. 10-14. Show a Veteran Identification Card, Disabled American Veterans ID or Common Access Card at the box office. Visit harrahslasvegas.com.

"Gary Marx: Past and Present": The solo exhibit is scheduled during regular business hours through Nov. 25 inside the Fine Arts Gallery at the College of Southern Nevada Cheyenne campus, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. An artist reception is planned from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 6 at the gallery. Visit csn.edu or call 702-651-4000.

"Becoming Animal: Standing Witness for the Sentient Wild": The exhibit of photography by Sharon K. Shafer is set to be on display through March 31 at the Nevada State Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit museums.nevadaculture.org.

PLAN AHEAD

Stitch Factory's second annual Market Row: The event, presented by Zappos Z'Boutique, is scheduled from 4 to 10 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Stitch Factory, 300 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The event is set to feature live painting from local artisans, live music, food and more than 50 vendors selling unique products and services. Visit stitchfactory.com or call 702-476-5552.

No-Sew Tie Fleece Blankets: The event for ages 50 or older is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Doolittle Senior Center, 1930 J. St. The cost is $3 for materials. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-6125.

Sin City Opera presents "The Counsel": The performance of the opera by Gian Carlo Menotti is scheduled at 2 p.m. Nov. 13, 14, 20 and 21 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. Tickets are $15. Visit sincityopera.com or call 702-455-7340.

Sunset Park'd:The food truck festival is planned from noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 14 at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. More than 30 food trucks are set to participate, and live music, children's activites and Redneck Games for adults are planned. Admission is free. Visit sunsetparkd.com.

"God Lives In Glass": The Performance to benefit The Smith Center's Education and Outreach Program is scheduled at 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. The concert features an original score written by "Jersey Boys" conductor and Composer's Showcase founder/host Keith Thompson with musical styles ranging from pop to gospel, classical to blues, and reggae to R&B, inspired by Dr. Robert J. Landy's book "God Lives in Glass: Reflections of God Through the Eyes of a Child," which features drawings and stories of children from all over the world. Tickets start at $19. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

"In Focus: Downtown Architecture":The exhibit is set to be on display from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays through Nov. 19 at Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main St. The exhibition features photos of 25 downtown buildings of significance that the city commissioned from local photographers Ryan Reason and Jennifer Burkhart to shoot for historical record. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-1012.

Rise Against: The group is scheduled to perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, 200 S. Third St. Tickets are $39.50 to $79.50. Visit dlvec.showare.com or call 702-388-2100.

Suite Holidays: The Exclusive Tour of Las Vegas' High-End Suites is scheduled from 3 to 10 p.m. Dec. 5 and takes guests on a tour of Las Vegas' exclusive high roller and VIP suites, which are not typically accessible to the general public. Roughly 300 tickets are available, and proceeds benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada. Early-bird ticket prices are $175 per person or $1,500 for a group of 10. After Nov. 5, the price is $200 per person and $1,750 for a group of 10. Visit tinyurl.com/suiteh15.

ONGOING

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.

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. EmailShannon Pates Xhola at smp4984@gmail.com.

"Sevens Live!": Poet Lee Mallory plans to present "Sevens Live!", a music, comedy and spoken-arts showcase, from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays inside the Cantina at the Silver Sevens, 4100 Paradise Road. Admission is free with a one-drink minimum. Call 702-733-7300.

"Matt and Mattingly's Bucket Show": Performances are scheduled at 10 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

Casa De Shenandoah: The museum and property tour of Wayne Newton's Las Vegas estate is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday at 3310 Sunset Road. Tours begin at $35. Visit casadeshenandoah.com