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Henderson-area Community Events Calendar, Feb. 4-10, 2016

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. Carnival in Rio Celebration: The children's event is slated to feature arcade games, movies, dancing and dinner at 6 p.m. Feb. 5 at the Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway. Parents can drop off their children for the Parents' Night Off event. Register at cityofhenderson.com using activity code 151129-12 or call 702-267-5720.

2. Southern Nevada Herpetological Society: The group plans its next meeting at 7 p.m. Feb. 5 at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension's Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Director of the Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group, Russ Gurley, a sculptor and illustrator who owns Living Art Publishing in Ada, Okla., is set to lead a discussion about turtles of Mexico. Living Art Publishing produces herpetoculture-related books. He will introduce the Vampire Turtle, giant turtle-eating musk turtles, aquatic box turtles, and wood turtles of the world. The meeting is free and open to the public. Contact M.L. Robinson at 702-257-5529 or robinsonm@unce.unr.edu.

3. Theatre in the Valley: The troupe plans to perform Susan Sandler's romantic comedy "Crossing Delancey" from 8 to 9:45 p.m. Feb. 5, 6, 12, 13 and 19 and from 2 to 3:45 p.m. Feb. 7, 14 and 21 at its playhouse, 10 Pacific Ave. The cost is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and $10 for children. Call 702-558-7275 or email tivrsvp@gmail.com.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Handling a chainsaw: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, the Western chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture and the Southern Nevada Arborist Group plan the workshop from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Attendees are set to learn how to operate a chainsaw wisely and effectively and with greater awareness for modern arboriculture. Participants should bring a hardhat and safety goggles to wear during demonstrations. Topics are to include pruning, precision cutting methods, chainsaw preventative maintenance and using wood chippers. Registration costs $105 for International Society of Arboriculture members, $130 for nonmembers and $55 for students and International Society of Arboriculture members who are seniors. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Visit wcisa.net or call 866-785-8960.

Breakfast Briefing: Houldsworth, Russo & Co. is set to host the event on Uniform Grant Guidance from 8 to 9 a.m. Feb. 4 at its offices, 8675 S. Eastern Ave. Information essential to any nonprofit receiving more than $1 in federal awards is set to be discusses, and attendees should bring questions, as a review of basics of federal awards and new changes to compliance requirements are planned. Breakfast is set to begin at 7:30 a.m. Breakfast briefings are free to HRC clients and $35 for nonclients. Register at trusthrc.com.

Paint party: Children ages 6 to 11 can enjoy hands-on activities and read stories about art at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Passes will be distributed at the youth services desk starting at 3 p.m.

Police recruitment information: The Henderson Police Department is hosting the event from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 9 and March 8 at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water St. The event is geared toward those who are interested in becoming police or corrections officers. Call 702-267-2171 or visit cityofhenderson.com.

Bedtime Math's Crazy 8s: Sessions in the series are slated for 3:30 p.m. Feb. 5, 12, 19 and 26 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Children 6 to 8 are welcome to take part in math-related activities. Register at mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-492-7252.

"The Reverend" Bob Levy and Mick Foley: The duo plans to do stand-up comedy at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5 and 6 inside the showroom at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $20, $25 or $30. Attendees must be 18 or older. Visit southpointcasino.com.

Heart to Art Fun Fair & Blood Drive: Ford Country at the Valley Auto Mall, 300 Auto Mall Drive, and United Blood Services plan to honor National Heart Month during the event set from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 6. Busy Bees Pottery & Arts Studio is set to offer a Valentine's Day station where children can make greeting cards for U.S. military personnel, and United Blood Services will accept blood donations. A free barbecued lunch and chocolate hearts also are scheduled to be available. Visit fordcountrylv.com.

Caring for roses: Participants can learn about preparing their gardens to yield roses in spring during hands-on demonstration classes slated from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 8 and 22 and March 7 and 21 at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension's rose garden in the back of the Demonstration and Test Gardens, 8050 Paradise Road. The February sessions will focus on amending the soil and winter pruning, and the March sessions will focus on fertilizing, mulching, wood chips and watering. Contact the Master Gardener Help Desk at lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu or 702-257-5555.

Sunset Garden Club: The group is scheduled to meet at noon Feb. 9 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. The presentation is set to be led by club member Nancy Chang, with the topic being How I Got Interested in Gardening. The event is free and open to the public. Visit sunsetgardenclubofnv.org.

Live music: Upcoming entertainment planned from 8 to 11 p.m. at Elixir, 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway, includes Marty Feick, Feb. 12; Tim Mendoza, Feb. 27; Nick Mattera, Feb. 5 and 19; Mike Austin, Feb. 6; Shaun South, Feb. 13; Rick Foell, Feb. 20; and Yvonne Silva, Feb. 26. Visit elixirlounge.net.

Junior Master Gardener: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans to offer the hands-on program for children 7 to 12 starting in February. The first classes of the eight-session program are set for 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 6 at the Research Center & Demonstration Orchard, 4600 Horse Drive, for residents in the north valley, and 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 13 at the Lifelong Learning Center's Outdoor Education Center, 8050 Paradise Road, for residents in the south valley. Children will learn about plants, water, soil, vegetables and more. The program also helps foster leadership skills and community service, organizers said. The eight-session class fee is $52, and sessions are planned twice monthly. Register by contacting Karyn Johnson at 702-257-5523 or emailing johnsonk@unce.unr.edu. Visit jmgkids.us.

Kickin' it for Cartwheel: The kickball tournament hosted by the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation is planned at 8 a.m. Feb. 20 at the Arroyo Grande Sports Complex, 298 N. Arroyo Grande Blvd. Groups, companies and individuals 15 or older can register teams of between 10 and 12 people to compete, with registration costing $250 and $300, respectively, due by Feb. 15. Teams must have an equal number of men and women. Competitors will receive a Kickin' it for Cartwheel T-shirt, and awards will be given for first, second and third place, with a special award for the most creative team uniform. Proceeds will benefit Camp Cartwheel, an annual overnight experience for children diagnosed with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. Call 702-735-8434 or visit nvccf.org.

Rose Garden: Forty-four varieties of roses can be viewed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension's Southern Area Master Gardener's Rose Garden, 8050 Paradise Road. Rose varieties include hybrid teas, floribundas, shrubs, rugosas, damasks, noisettes and miniatures. The beds have engraved signage bearing the names of the roses, the varieties and the year of market introduction. The garden recently received a certificate of achievement in the Small Garden class during the national Sunshine 'n Roses Pacific Southwest District's annual convention. The district spans Southern California, Arizona, parts of Nevada, New Mexico and West Texas. The garden is maintained by Master Gardeners and members of the South Valley Rose Society. Visit southvalleyrosesociety.com.

Native Milkweed Seed Study: Native rush milkweed seeds are set to be available free from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays at the Master Gardener Help Desk inside the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension's Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Those who pick up the packets must take part in a study involving monarch butterflies. The plants encourage the butterflies to lay eggs. Participants will receive instructions, as well as periodic surveys to track seed germination, plant survival and visits by monarch butterflies. Master Gardener Anne Marie Lardeau has been harvesting the seeds from the Demonstration and Test Gardens at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension over the past two years. Call 702-257-5555 or email lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu.

WORTH A DRIVE

Women and Heart Disease: The Heart Healthy event is set from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Feb. 4 at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive. Free blood pressure checks and health and wellness information are planned, along with the opportunity to speak with cardiac educators on a variety of topics. Visit summerlinhospital.com.

The Misunderstood Legend of the Moulin Rouge: The event, part of the Las Vegas Stories series, is scheduled at 7 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3400.

Singing Valentines: Two local singing groups are offering singing Valentines. The Celebrity City Chorus offers an in-person singing telegram by a quartet for $40 a song, which includes a card, a small box of chocolates and a flower. The group also will sing over the phone for people out of state for $10. Visit celebritycitychorus.com or call 702-612-9567. The Silver Statesmen will send a quartet to serenade your sweetheart for Valentine's Day for $50 to $100, depending on how narrow the delivery window is. It is set to include two love songs in barbershop style, a red rose and a personalized Valentine's card with your message. Visit silverstatesmenbarbershopchorus.com or call 702-280-2815.

Shared Treasure — A Retrospective of African American Dance: Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5 and 2:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at the West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3980.

In Its Entirety Concert Series: The next installment in the series is set to feature Miller & Doobies with Steve Miller Band's Greatest Hits and the best of The Doobie Brothers at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5 in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets start at $15 for general admission for the all-ages show. Those under 21 must be accompanied by an adult. Visit sclv.com or call 702-797-7777.

Go Red Total Makeover: The event is planned from 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 6 at Macy's in Downtown Summerlin, 2075 Festival Plaza Drive, in conjunction with the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women campaign. Interactive makeover stations will be located throughout the store. Visit goredforwomen.org.

Mardi Gras Vegas: All ages are invited to celebrate Cajun and Creole music, cuisine and culture at the festival scheduled from noon to 6 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Families are also welcome to decorate strollers and wagons for a parade. Admission is $6 with discounts for members. Visit springspreserve.org.

Mardi Gras Celebration: The Mudbugs, a Cajun Zydeco band, plans to bring original songs and a mix of French, English and Cajun classics to town at 7 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Dancing along is welcome, and expect a few contemporary pop hits Cajunified. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-6383.

Fomato Fun: The Midnight Fomato Society plans to present "Bad Head," a comedy directed by John Tomasello featuring science fiction, fantasy, burlesque and foam tomatoes that the audience is welcome to lob at one another and actors during the show. The show is set to run at 10 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 5-March 25, at the Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St. Tickets are $10. Fomatoes will be sold at the show (cash only). Visit facebook.com/thescificentervegas.

Melting Metal: Guests can help melt down aluminum cans in a forge to cast Nevada keepsakes during an activity scheduled from noon to 2 p.m. Feb. 6 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Park admission is $7 for Nevada residents. Visit parks.nv.gov.

Junior Master Gardener: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans to offer the hands-on program for children 7 to 12 starting in February. The first classes of the eight-session program are set for 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 6 at the Research Center & Demonstration Orchard, 4600 Horse Drive, for residents in the north valley, and 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 13 at the Lifelong Learning Center's Outdoor Education Center, 8050 Paradise Road, for residents in the south valley. Children will learn about plants, water, soil, vegetables and more. The program also helps foster leadership skills and community service, organizers said. The eight-session class fee is $52, and sessions are planned twice monthly. Register by contacting Karyn Johnson at 702-257-5523 or emailing johnsonk@unce.unr.edu. Visit jmgkids.us.

New Moon Hike in the Ash Grove: A ranger is set to lead a hike at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. The two-mile hike over uneven terrain is recommended for adults and children 7 or older. Park admission is $7 for Nevada residents. Visit parks.nv.gov/parks/spring-mountain-ranch-state-park.

Autograph Authentication Event: The event, hosted by Gold & Silver Pawn, featured in History Channel's "Pawn Stars," is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 6 at Gold & Silver Pawn, 713 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The examinations will be conducted by PSA/DNA Authentication Services and the company's Principal Authenticator Steve Grad. Visit psadna.com or call 800-325-1121.

Tim Carlburg Growler Workshop: The hands-on, two-day event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 6 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 7 at Clay Arts Vegas, 1511 S. Main St. The cost is $145 or $125 for members. Lunch is included Feb. 6. Visit clayartsvegas.com or call 702-375-4147.

"The Phat Pack — Broadway At Its Best!": The event is scheduled at 2 p.m. Feb. 6 at Community Lutheran Church, 3720 E. Tropicana Ave. Admission is a freewill offering. Seating will be limited. For reservations, email thephatpackshow@gmail.com. Visit communitylv.or or call 702-458-2241.

Tailgate with The Hydrant Club: A tailgate party presented by The Hydrant Club is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb 7 at Downtown Container Park, 707 Fremont St. The event, sponsored by the dog day care center, is set to include a live performance by Jill & Julia, pre-game barbecue and beer specials, free dog treats and toys (supplies limited), free pictures with pets provided by Bark Gallery and local dog adoption and rescue agencies. Owners must produce vaccination records. A weight limit of 45 pounds will be enforced. The Hydrant Club and Container Park reserve the right to refuse entry or discharge any person or animal deemed unfit for the event. Visit downtowncontainerpark.com or call 702-359-9982.

Big Game 10K: The running festival is set to offer a 10K, a 5K and a Combo Challenge (10K and 5K) and Kids Fun Run Feb. 7 in downtown Las Vegas to benefit the Goodie Two Shoes Foundation. The event is also set to feature the three-day Big Game Health and Fitness Expo, with mini-sessions of meditation, yoga, breathing exercises, healthy meal prepping and tips on SMART goal setting. A costume contest is planned for race day Feb. 7 at 7:20 a.m., to be followed by the Kids Fun Run at 7:30 a.m., the 5K at 8 a.m., and the Big Game 10K at 8:30 a.m., with the 5K and 10K races starting at Carson Avenue and Eighth Street and finishing at Fremont and 10th streets. Registration fees are $40 for the Big Game 10K or 5K and $25 for the Touchdown Tot Trot (Kids Fun Run). Visit biggame10k.com.

"For the Love of Music": The children's concert presented by the Nevada Chamber Symphony is scheduled at 3 p.m. Feb. 7 at the theater in the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. From the classics to movie themes, the program is highlighted by musical illustrations, anecdotes about the composers and interactive participation. Guest artists are Jose Luis Reyes, 11th-grader at Las Vegas Academy; Rayyan Khilji, ninth-grader at Liberty High School; and Minwoo Cho, seventh-grader at Rogich Middle School. Admission is free. RSVP by calling 702-433-9280. For information, call Margaret Trasatti at 702-433-9280.

Growing Orchids: The Greater Las Vegas Orchid Society plans to present Fred Clarke speaking about The genus Catesetum at 2 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. A social hour is planned for 1 p.m., and an orchid sale, show and tell, food and refreshments also are planned. The meeting is free and open to the public. Call 702-845-4872.

The Human Experience: A Night of Poetry, Music & Song is scheduled at 7 p.m. Feb. 8 at Hop Nuts Brewing, 1120 S. Main St. This week's event features Lee Mallory, the Las Vegas Love Poet, with musical and spoken word performances by Philena Carter and Mizz Absurd. Visit hopnutsbrewing.com or call 702-816-5371.

"Liberace and the Mob": The event, part of the Wiseguy Speakers Series, is scheduled at 7 p.m. Feb. 9 at the Mob Museum, 300 E. Stewart Ave. The cost is free with museum admission and free for museum members. Visit themobmuseum.org or call 702-229-2734.

Spaghetti dinner fundraiser: The Temple Sinai youth group plans to host a spaghetti dinner fundraiser from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9 at the temple, 9001 Hillpointe Road, to raise funds for camper scholarships for Camp Sam, a summer camp experience in Lee Canyon for physically and cognitively disabled adults. The cost for the dinner is $10 for adults (family maximum of $25) and $5 for children younger than 12, with all proceeds going to support the camp. Raffle tickets will be $1 each and prizes include show tickets and salon services. Visit templesinailv.org or call 702-254-5110.

Young Filmmaker Workshop: Children 8 to 16 are invited to learn the process of creating a short film including script writing, shooting and editing during a free workshop scheduled from 1 to 5 p.m. Feb. 20 in the UNLV Film Department editing studios, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Associate professor David Schmoeller is set to direct the workshop, and finished films are slated to be shown at the Nevada Women's Film Festival, set for March 4-6 at the Springs Preserve. Space is limited, and prospective students must register at tinyurl.com/kidsfilmlv before Feb. 8. Visit nwffest.com.

Dam Short Film Festival: The 12th annual Dam Short Film Festival is planned Feb. 10-13 at Boulder Theatre, 1225 Arizona St., in Boulder City. It is set to include 23 programs featuring nearly 130 short films of a variety of genres. Tickets are $9 per film program, with each program containing between four and eight short films. Daily and four-day passes are also available. Tickets can be purchased at Boulder Theatre during the event. For the full schedule of short films and events, visit damshortfilm.org.

"Wonders of the Arctic": Learn about the crucial role that ice plays in the lives of people and animals in the Arctic during screenings of the film scheduled from 3 to 3:45 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays in February in the Big Springs Theater at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The film is included with admission to the Springs Preserve. Visit springspreserve.org.

American Airlines Kiwi Club Chapter meeting: The luncheon is set for 11 a.m. Feb. 17 at at Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar at Town Square Las Vegas, 6635 Las Vegas Blvd. South. All flight attendants, online and retired, from American Airlines, American Eagle, TWA and US Airlines are welcome. RSVP with Kay Jennings at 702-896-5496.

(Monkey): The exhibition is scheduled by appointment through Feb. 20 at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. The annual invitational fine art exhibit focuses on Chinese heritage. Because the coming 2016 Chinese New Year is the Year of the Monkey, artists are asked to make pieces that include the monkey and signifiers, images, or visual concepts that honor and celebrate Chinese tradition. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-1012.

Community Safety Forum: The Mob Museum, 300 Stewart Ave., plans to host a free Community Safety Forum from 2 to 3 p.m. the third Sunday of each month through 2016. Each presentation includes free general admission to the museum following the presentation as well as livestreaming of the event. Topics announced so far are: Feb. 21, The Active Shooter, with officers from the MACTAC (Multiple-Assault Counter Terrorism Action Capability) unit talking about active shooter awareness, incident response and workplace violence; and March 20, The Ins and Outs of the Clark County District Attorney's Office, including information about the progression of a criminal case from arrest to post-conviction procedures. Call 702-229-2734 or visit themobmuseum.org.

Cirque Run: Cirque du Soleil is set to host its 15th annual Run Away with Cirque du Soleil community 5K run and 1-mile fun walk March 12 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Onsite registration is set to start at 7 a.m. Pre-race activities are slated to begin at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 8:30 a.m. Registration is $37 for the 5K and $27 for the 1-mile in advance or $3 more after March 1. Register at tinyurl.com/run2016.

"Ignominious Refuse": The exhibition featuring the work of Brent Holmes is scheduled to be on display from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays through March 11 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7340.

Sinatra's Centennial: The Las Vegas News Bureau plans to celebrate Frank Sinatra's 100th birthday with photographs in an exhibit set to run through March 20 during regular hours at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-6030.

Free ski lessons: Complimentary coaching from certified ski and snowboard instructors is planned at the Lee Canyon Ski & Snowboard Resort, 6725 Lee Canyon Road, to any visitor at any time. Guests 13 or younger may participate in the free coaching program only when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Visit leecanyonlv.com.

PLAN AHEAD

Neon Galaxy/Sci-Fi Vegas: The fantasy and science fiction club plans to meet at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. The club welcomes fans of comic books, cosplay, role-playing games and more. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

Antique & Collectibles Show: The 51st annual event is planned from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 12 and 13 at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water St. Those who attend from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 12 pay $10, and those who attend from noon to 5 p.m. that day pay $5. Admission on Feb. 13 is $5 for all attendees. Call 702-267-2171 or visit cityofhenderson.com.

Flashback '50s Sock Hop: The event is scheduled at 11 a.m. Feb. 13 at the Heritage Park Senior Facility, 300 S. Racetrack Road. Attendees ages 16 or older can bring their sweethearts and wear bobby socks, saddle shoes and other 1950s-style clothes. Live entertainment is set to be provided by Leon Gilliam, formerly of The Platters. Register at cityofhenderson.com using activity code 151202-78 or call 702-267-2950.

Job hunting strategies: Career expert PJ Sheldon is set to lead the event at 10 a.m. Feb. 13 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Register by visiting mypubliclibrary.com or calling 702-207-4261.

The Shirelles: The 1960s pop group plans to perform at 7 p.m. Feb. 13 inside the M Pavilion at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $19.99, $24.99 or $29.99. Visit themresort.com, ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.

Gardening in Small Places: The focus is set to be on growing vegetables during the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension event from 8 a.m. to noon Feb. 20 at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Led by Angela O'Callaghan, the workshop is geared to help gardeners of any skill levels grow their own food in the desert. Topics are to include types of containers to use, differences in potting mixes, using artificial light, fertilizers, success with seeds and more. Class space is limited, and registration is required. The $25 fee includes materials. Contact Elaine Fagin at fagine@unce.unr.edu, call 702-257-5573 or visit tinyurl.com/veggiesinthedessert. Other upcoming Gardening in Small Places workshops are slated for March 14, composting; April 4, irrigation; May 9, what's bugging your garden?; and June 13, organic gardening.

Ronnie Milsap: The country music artist plans to perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 20 inside the Grand Events Center at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway. Tickets are $20, $30, $40 or $50 at any Station Casinos Reward Center, by visiting sclv.com/concerts or through Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

Jewish music: Craig Taubman and his band are set to perform at 4 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Midbar Kodesh Temple, 1940 Paseo Verde Parkway. Taubman's music combines traditional Jewish themes, ancient teachings and contemporary Jewish life. Performances also are planned by local cantors and students from area synagogues and Jewish day schools. RSVP by visiting midbarkodesh.org or calling 702-454-4848.

Disc golf: The 17th annual Gentlemen's Club Challenge disc golf tournament is set from Feb. 25-28 at the Wild Horse Golf Club, 2100 W. Warm Springs Road. The event is expected to feature 450 to 550 competitors, including disc golf professionals from around the U.S. Registration prices range from $75 for the junior division to $175 for the pro division. Visit pdga.com/2016-gcc or contact Jeff Jacquart at email lvdgc@cox.net or 702-586-1657.

Henderson Symphony Orchestra: The group plans a free young artists concert at 8 p.m. March 11 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Visit hendersonsymphony.org.

ONGOING

Nashville Unplugged Hall Of Fame Series: Performances for the country music series are scheduled for 8 p.m. monthly on the second Thursday at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Upcoming entertainers include Kim Williams, Feb. 11; and Mark D. Sanders, March 10. The cost is $10, and Boarding Pass card members receive a $5 discount. Attendees must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts or nashvilleunplugged.net.

Yellow Brick Road: The classic rock tribute band is set to perform at 10 p.m. Fridays at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. The cost is $5, and guests must be 21 or older. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.

Desert Newcomers Club: This nondenominational social club for women who are new to the Las Vegas/Henderson area is set to meet the third Wednesday of every month. Coffee meetings are planned at 10 a.m. the last Thursday of the month at the Green Valley Methodist Church, 2200 Robindale Road. Visit desertnewcomersclub.org.

Open mic nights: Kelly Clinton is scheduled to host the dinner shows from 9 to 11:55 p.m. Mondays at the Bootlegger Italian Bistro, 7700 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The events will feature unknown and established entertainers. Reservations are suggested. Visit bootleggerlasvegas.com.

Harp music: Mariano Gonzalez is scheduled to perform on the harp from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays in the main dining room at The Bootlegger Italian Bistro, 7700 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit bootleggerlasvegas.com or call 702-736-4939

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