Henderson-area Community Events Calendar, Oct. 29-Nov. 4, 2015

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. Trunk or treat: The city of Henderson plans the annual event from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Road. Attendees can wear costumes and walk along the trick-or-treat trail in the parking lot, where cars will be decorated for Halloween. A costume contest and entertainment also are planned. Admission to the all-ages event is $3. Parents may accompany children free. Early registration is suggested at cityofhenderson.com or at any city recreation center. Registration at the event can be conducted with cash only.

2. Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve: Visitors to the preserve during fall can see migratory waterfowl and returning shore birds. Fall migration also includes the possibility of seeing warblers, thrushes, flycatchers, sparrows and other passerine species. The preserve's fall hours are from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily through November. Visit cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-4180.

3. Murder mystery: Theatre in the Valley plans to perform "A Party to Murder" at 8 p.m. Oct. 30 and 2 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at 10 W. Pacific Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors, with discounts available for groups of 10 or more. Call 702-558-7275, email tivrsvp@gmail.com or visit theatreinthevalley.org.

4. Life in Death: Day of the Dead: The two-day festival marking El Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is planned for 5 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. The event will explore cultural traditions relating to the Mexican holiday and is set to feature ofrendas, or altars built by families and other groups in memory of deceased relatives and other beloved individuals, along with performances, Mexican crafts for sale and food. Traditional embroidery demonstrations are also planned, along with children's activities and workshops on basket making and sugar and clay skull decoration. Admission and workshops are free. Call 702-455-7340 or visit tinyurl.com/nauxjnx.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Halloween history: Participants ages 8 through 12 can learn the history behind certain ghosts from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. A craft also is planned. Contact Kaila Rolofson at 702-207-4260, ext. 4.

A Great Pumpkin Shoot: The event is scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Whitney Mesa Recreation Area archery range, 1661 Galleria Drive. A movie and popcorn also are planned. Attendees must be 6 or older. Admission is $15. Visit cityofhenderson.com.

Spooky movie: "Monsters University" is set to be shown free at dusk Oct. 31 on The Green at The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2240 Village Walk Drive. Attendees can bring lawn chairs and blankets. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com/events.

Tots Monster Mash: The event is scheduled from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, 1575 Galleria Drive. Toddlers ages 1 through 6 can don costumes and go trick-or-treating. Carnival games, prizes and a bounce house also are planned. Admission is $3. Visit cityofhenderson.com.

Halloween Extravaganza: The 13th annual event is planned from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Oct. 31 at the Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Attendees of all ages can wear costumes and play games, win prizes and go trick-or-treating. Call 702-564-9287, ext. 4.

Free museum admission: The Clark County Museum, 1830 S. Boulder Highway, is offering free admission in honor of Nevada Day from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Indoor exhibits tell the story of Southern Nevada's history from prehistoric to modern times. An outdoor collection of restored historic buildings on the 30-acre property includes a wedding chapel, print shop, railroad cottage and several homes all open for self-guided tours. Call 702-455-7955.

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark: The all-ages event is set for 2 to 3 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Visit my publiclibrary.com.

Spooky Science Lab: Children ages 6 through 11 can take part in the event, scheduled from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Visit my publiclibrary.com.

Trick or treat: The District at Green Valley Ranch is set to host its annual Trick or Treat party at 5 p.m. Oct. 31 at 2225 Village Walk Drive. The event is set to include candy, Halloween music, spooky decor and more. Families are invited to stroll through the shops, offering a safe environment for kids of all ages to collect candy.

Trick or Treat Around the Library: The all-ages event is slated from 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Call 702-207-4260, ext. 4.

Crafting for a Cause: Participants can knit or crochet items, such as scarves, hats and mittens, during the Henderson Libraries event, set to benefit The Caring Place, a Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation program that helps those touched by cancer. Henderson Libraries will donate the yarn for participants who donate their time. Yarn can be picked up at the time of registration at the Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Completed items should be turned in by Nov. 7. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-565-8402.

Stories that go bump in the night: The story time is planned from 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Participants in grades four through eight can share spooky tales. A festival is planned at the event. Registration is required at mypubliclibrary.com. Call 702-564-9287, ext. 4.

Halloween story time: The event for children up to age 5 is planned from 10 to 11 a.m. Oct. 29 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Visit my publiclibrary.com.

Pumpkin Patch: First Henderson United Methodist Church, 609 E. Horizon Drive, plans the fourth annual event from 2 to 7 p.m. Oct. 29 and 30 and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 31. A straw maze, pumpkin bowling and pumpkin chucking are scheduled, and a movie is slated at sundown Oct. 30. Only cash is accepted at the event. Call 702-565-6049 or visit firsthendersonumc.org.

Fall Art Show: The Las Vegas Artists Guild event is slated through Oct. 31 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Library hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 29 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 30 and 31. Call 702-207-4261.

Live music: Upcoming entertainment planned from 8 to 11 p.m. at Elixir, 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway, includes and Kelly Dorn, set to perform Oct. 30, and a Halloween Party on Oct. 31, featuring a disc jockey. Visit elixirlounge.net.

Holiday Cactus Garden: Ethel M Chocolates, 2 Cactus Garden Drive, plans to turn on more than 600,000 lights on 300 species of plants beginning Nov 10. More than 70 percent of the lights this year will be LED, the business said. Residents can vote through Nov. 3 from one of three community hero finalists who will then flip the switch. Candidate nominations were due Oct. 27, and the winner is slated to be announced Nov. 6. The community hero honor recognizes philanthropic efforts, community service and other good works. Visit ethelm.com to vote.

Nevada Health Link enrollment: The Nevada chapter of CARE is set to offer free health insurance enrollment by appointment from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 5, 12 and 19 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. CARE is a nonprofit that provides education and assistance with enrolling in Nevada Health Link. Call 702-836-9033 to schedule an appointment or visit care.org.

Relationship stages: Author and relationship facilitator Ronald C. Moore is set to discuss his book "If it's Raining Men, Why is Your Bucket Empty?" at 7 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

Breakfast Briefing: Houldsworth, Russo & Co. plans to host the program "How to Protect Your Organization from Fraud!" at 7:30 a.m. Nov. 5 at its offices at 8675 S. Eastern Ave. Certified public accountant Jackie Matthew plans to discuss fraud schemes, helping participants to recognize vulnerabilities and strengthen internal controls to mitigate risk. Breakfast briefings are free to HRC clients and $35 for nonclients. Register at trusthrc.com.

WORTH A DRIVE

Las Vegas 13 Club: Named for the 10-13 call for an officer who needs assistance, the 13 Club meets the last Thursday of most months (except November, when they meet the third Thursday) at 7 p.m. at O'Aces Sports Bar, 4955 S. Decatur Blvd. The next meeting is set for Oct. 29. The club is made up primarily of retired New York Police Department officers and other law enforcement officers. No meeting is planned for December. Visit lvten13.com or contact club president Peter Trimboli at 702-349-5313 or trimbil.peter@yahoo.com.

Safe Fright Night: The Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., plans to host its 50th anniversary event from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 29. Costume contests and other activities are planned during the center's anniversary celebration. Call 702-229-6374.

"Ragtime": The all-new touring production is scheduled for performances at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29-Nov. 1 and 2 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 in Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets start at $29. Visit The Smith Center box office or thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2000.

"Violet": The musical set in the early days of the Civil Rights Movement is scheduled to be performed at 8 p.m. Oct. 30-Nov. 1 and 3 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 in the Troesh Studio Theater at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $34. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2000.

Trunk-or-Treat: CenturyLink plans to host a free Trunk-or-Treat event from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 30 in its parking lot at 3436 Aldebaran Ave. Family-friendly activities planned include multiple bounce houses, carnival games, costumed characters, a petting zoo, a photo booth and a Major League Baseball batting game. Vehicles from community organizations will be onsite along with dozens of community partners with decorated car trunks filled with treats for families. Snacks will be available for purchase, and there will be booths showcasing local businesses. All proceeds will benefit United Way of Southern Nevada.

The Last Nevada Day Open House: The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at The Hammargren Home of Nevada History, 4318 Ridgecrest Drive. This will be the 20th time former Lt. Gov. and neurosurgeon Lonnie Hammargren has opened his house to celebrate Nevada Day. It is also one of several recent ones to be called the last. The home is actually three homes connected by bridges, tunnels and bric-a-brac, and the tour features the eclectic mix of historical and unusual objects he has collected over the years. Suggested admission is $15, which is set to go to three charities that were not finalized by press time. Visit nevadadays.org.

Downtown Container celebrates Nevada Day and Halloween: The event is set to begin with a pumpkin patch, where kids can create their own jack-o-lanterns, and face painters and balloon artists at 2 p.m. Oct. 30 at Downtown Container Park, 707 Fremont St. The first 250 children are set to receive a free trick-or-treating bag and glow sticks. A screening of "Monsters Inc." is scheduled at 6 p.m. The following day, the park's all-day Halloween party including games on the lawn, stories from The Writer's Block, a pumpkin decoration area, face painters, a petting zoo and trick-or-treating safety tips provided by the Metropolitan Police Department is scheduled to begin with a Zombie Zumbathon benefiting the American Red Cross and Celiac Disease Foundation at 11 a.m. Oct. 31. For more information about the dance event, visit thepinktutuballet.com. Container Park's tenants are set to pass out candy from 4 to 6 p.m., and a United Blood Services' blood drive is scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m. Visit downtowncontainerpark.com.

Barnyard in the Boneyard: The Neon Museum is set to partner with Horses4Heroes to host the event in its North Gallery from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 31 at 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Sponsored by American Fence Company and Current Events, Horses4Heroes will provide a petting zoo for families and children. The cost is $5 per person for adults and children ages 2 or older. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Attendees may wear costumes. Proceeds will benefit the Neon Museum and Horses4Heroes. Visit neonmuseum.org.

Town Scary: Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is set to transform into Town Scary from 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31 so children of all ages can trick-or-treat safely at participating stores and restaurants. Children must bring their own basket for collecting treats. Several children's Halloween-themed activities are planned throughout the night, including costume contests, bounce houses, Halloween photos in Town Square Park and more. Town Square is set to close its streets during the event. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

The Farm Fall Festival: Barn Buddies Rescue @ The Farm is planning its Fall Festival from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at The Farm, 7222 W. Grand Teton Drive. Squash and pumpkins, rescued animals, a farm train, pony rides, a toddler maze and a hay wagon are planned. The farmers market is set to be open with fresh eggs, vegetables, fruits, jams, jellies, honey and more. Admission is $5 per adult and $3 per child. Call 702-982-8000 or email gl@barnbuddiesrescue.org.

"She Kills Monsters": Performances of the play by Qui Nguyen are scheduled at 8 p.m. Oct. 29-31 at the Onyx Theatre, 953-16B E. Sahara Ave. General admission tickets are $20, and a limited number of $10 Student Rush tickets are set to be available at the box office 10 minutes before each performance for patrons 18 or younger with student ID. Visit onyxtheatre.com or call 702-732-7225.

Holiday Harvest Festival: The event is planned as part of the Downtown Summerlin Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 31 at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. Caramel apple decorating, apple bobbing for kids and adults, pie eating contests, hot apple cider and trick-or-treating are planned. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

Treat Street: The free Halloween trick-or-treating event is set from 3 to 6 p.m. Oct. 31 at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. Trick-or-treating with retailers, a dog costume contest, and arts and crafts are planned. Kids can also trunk-or-treat at the classic Ford and Mustang Car Show, where more than 50 cars will be on display, all of which will be decorated in Halloween decor. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

HallOVeen: Visitors of all ages are invited to see the Magical Forest's walkthroughs and rides transformed into a spooky land of goblins and ghosts from 5:30 to 9 p.m. nightly through Nov. 1 at Opportunity Village, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd. Nov. 1 is set to feature a Day of the Dead theme. Admission is $11.99 for adults and $9.99 for children. Ride wristbands are $12, or individual ride tickets are $3. Combination passes are $21.99 for adults and $17.99 for children. Two free admission tickets are available to patrons who donate five bags of wrapped candy. Visit opportunityvillage.org.

Haunted Harvest: A haunted maze, trick-or-treating stations, carnival games, live entertainment and more are in store for visitors to the attraction scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 30 and 31 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Admission is $6 or $3 for members. Haunted train rides are an additional $3 for members and $5 for others. Visit springsperserve.org.

Bonnie Screams: Haunted attractions are set to take over Bonnie Springs Ranch, 16395 Bonnie Springs Road, from 7 p.m. to midnight daily through Oct. 31. Attractions include a zombie quarantine area, the No Hope Hospital, the Zombie Clown Circus, haunted trails and a haunted train ride. Magician Dixie Dooley is set to perform nightly. A Zombie Paintball bus ride is $20 and includes 100 paintballs. Attractions are recommended for ages 13 or older. Admission is $25. Visit bonniescreams.com.

"The Secret Garden": Signature Productions plans to present its fall musical through Nov. 21 at the Summerlin Library & Performing Arts Center, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Shows are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. five nights a week, with two Saturday matinees at 2 p.m. on Nov. 14 and 17. The show will be dark Sundays and Oct. 30 and Nov. 2, 11 and 16. Tickets are $20 to $30 at signatureproductions.net or by calling 702-878-7529.

LV Craft Shows: Shows are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 28 and Dec. 13 in the Veil Pavilion at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Admission is free. Visit silvertoncasino.com.

Las Vegas Museum Month: October is Las Vegas Museum Month, and a variety of promotions are planned at museums across the Las Vegas Valley as part of a partnership between the Las Vegas Museum Alliance and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. For a full listing of promotions and events, visit vegasmuseums.org.

Tennis classes: Tennis classes for youths and adults conducted by the Nevada Tennis Association are planned for Mondays through Nov. 2-Dec. 7 at W. Wayne Bunker Family Park, 7351 W. Alexander Road; Tuesdays Nov. 3-Dec. 8 at Garehime Heights Park, 3901 N. Campbell Road; Thursdays Nov. 5-Dec. 17 at Mountain Ridge Park, 7151 Oso Blanco Road; and Saturdays Nov. 7-Dec. 19 at Sunny Springs Park, 3801 Golden Talon Ave. Weekday times and fees for each six-week session are, for ages 5 to 8, $42, 4 to 4:30 p.m.; ages 9 to 12, $60, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; teens, $60, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.; and adults, $60, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday times and fees are ages 5 to 8, $42, 9 to 9:30 a.m.; ages 9 to 12, $60, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; teens, $60, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; and adults, $60, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call USTA Nevada at 702-792-8384 or visit ustanevada.com.

Butterfly Habitat: With weather cooling, the butterflies are expected to be back, and the Butterfly Habitat at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., is slated to be open from 10 a.m. to 3 pm. daily. Admission to the habitat is $2 for members and $3 for nonmembers. Visit springspreserve.org.

"Breathe Onto the Mirror": The exhibit by Jacqueline Ehlis is planned to run through Nov. 8 at The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Ehlis is the chairwoman of the art department at Portland Community College, and her work incorporates the interaction of color, light and reflection, reminding the viewer that they are the vehicle that interprets and is part of the works through their reflection in the mirrors. Call 702-507-3631.

"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 during receptions and by appointment only 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 and more information.

"Pirates: Myth and Merriment": A new live show featuring lessons and facts about the pirate's life at sea with pirate songs and more is planned at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. weekends through Nov. 29 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The show is free with paid admission. For an additional $5, guests can dress up like pirates and pose for pictures. Visit springspreserve.org.

"The Art of Craft": The exhibit is set to run through Dec. 6 in the art gallery at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. A variety of different mediums will be displayed, including fused glass, textiles, paper crafts, jewelry, original paintings, mixed media and original photography. Visit lasvegascraftersguild.com, lvccld.org or call 702-507-3860.

"Hot, Dry and Inked": An exhibit of Las Vegas tattoo art and objects is scheduled to be on display through Jan. 10 in the gallery in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit springspreserve.org.

"Egypt — Photographs of Everyday Life": The Armand Thomas exhibit is set to be on display through Feb. 9 in the gallery of the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

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.

PLAN AHEAD

Craig Wayne Boyd: The season seven champion of NBC-TV's "The Voice" is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 6 at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Tickets range from $24 to $35 and are available for purchase at any Station Casinos Reward Center, by visiting sclv.com/concerts or through Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com. Attendees younger than 21 must be accompanied by an adult. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.

Free interior design classes: The sessions are set to include one-on-one instruction with accredited interior designer Dennie Fidler at 3 p.m. Nov 7, 14 and 21 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Participants can learn how to save time and money while designing floor plans and purchasing furniture. Registration is required by calling 702-207-4261.

Selling produce: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans to host an Extended Season Marketing Opportunities for Farm and Food Products workshop from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Marriott Courtyard, 5845 Dean Martin Drive. The workshop is designed for growers and small food producers looking to diversify their marketing activities by taking advantage of the growing consumer demand for local foods. Topics are set to include marketing products through farm shops, winter stands and farmers markets and tourism outlets. Speakers will include a variety of academic and industry professionals. The cost is $30 and includes breaks and lunch. Register at extendedseasonfarmshops-lasvegas.eventbrite.com or contact Carol Bishop at 702-397-2604 or Kynda Curtis at 435-797-0444.

Free gardening class: University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardener Jodi Starkey plans to lead the session at 9 a.m. Nov. 7 at Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego St. Attendees will learn to prepare their yards for winter, which can expose gardens to extreme fluctuations in temperature. The class will share techniques to protect plants, trees, landscapes and pipes. The event is offered in partnership with the city of Henderson Parks and Recreation Department. Registration is requested by visiting cityofhenderson.com/parkscityofhenderson.com. Master Gardeners also will have an Ask a Master Gardener table at the park on class day.

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

Golf for charity: A golf tournament benefiting the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation is planned at 8:45 a.m. Nov. 9 at the SouthShore Golf Club, 100 Strada Di Circolo. The foundation provides financial support and educational funds for children of Marines and federal law enforcement personnel who died while on active duty. The cost for the golf event is $290 per player. Contact Mike Tobey at mrtees@gmail.com or 702-493-7265.

Affordable Care Act enrollment: The event is planned at 10 a.m. Nov. 9 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. One-on-one assistance is set to be provided by state-certified personnel from Consumer Assistance & Resource Enterprise. Appointments are required by calling 702-836-9033 for English-speaking residents or 801-828-8132 for those who speak Spanish. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

Sunset Garden Club: The group plans its monthly meeting at noon Nov. 10 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Star Nursery employee Paul Noe is slated to be the guest speaker. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

Basketball camp: The Foothill High School Falcons basketball team is set to hold its annual Pre-season Tune-Up basketball camp from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 10 to 12 in the school gym, 800 College Drive. The camp is for third- through ninth-grade boys and girls. Registration includes a personal evaluation, camp T-shirt, instruction and competition. E-mail jdr572@interact.ccsd.net or call 799-3500, ext. 4009, for a registration form, or print one at foothillbasketball.net.

Holiday prizes: Library Tree Lane drawings are planned from Nov. 13 through Dec. 4 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Participants can win a fiber optic tree, a Nothing Bundt Cake gift card, Marvel Comics, wine baskets, decorated wreaths, a Starbucks basket and more. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

Richard Cheese & Lounge Against The Machine: Performances are planned for 9 and 11:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Tickets are $25, $35 or $45 and can be purchased at any Station Casinos Rewards Center, by visiting sclv.com/concerts or through Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com. Attendees must be 21 or older. Visit richardcheese.com.

Fine art paint parties: City Lights Art Gallery, 3 E. Army St., plans to host the events from 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 14 and 28 for up to 10 participants. Artists are set to lead the events. The cost is $35 per person and includes all art materials and refreshments. The parties, meant to raise funds for scholarships benefiting local art students, are set to be held monthly every second and fourth Saturday. Call 702-260-0300 or email citylightscoop@centurylink.net to RSVP. Visit citylightsartgallery.com.

Book debut: Laura McBride, Las Vegas author and English professor at the College of Southern Nevada plans to speak about and sign her debut book "We Are Called to Rise" at 10 a.m. Nov. 14 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Inspired by real events in Nevada, McBride's story is about a community and family and the clashing cultures in America. The event is free. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-492-6581.

Family camping: A Come Camp With Us event, held by the Family Campers & RVers, is planned Nov. 13-15 at the Las Vegas Bay Campground at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. A meet-and-greet, campfires, food, hiking and other activities are planned all three days. Campsites are limited. RSVP by calling 702-431-8213 or 702-540-9034.

Growing fruit at home: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans the workshop from 8 a.m. to noon Nov. 21 at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Figs, nectarines, peaches, apricots, pears, apples, strawberries, cantaloupe, grapes and blackberries are among fruits attendees can learn to grow. The cost is $25. Class space is limited to 25 people, and registration is required. Email Elaine Fagin at fagine@unce.unr.edu or call 702-257-5573.

Martin Nievera: The singer is set to perform at 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $32. Visit themresort.com/entertainment.

Live classical music: The 10th annual Messiah Do-It-Yourself Concert is scheduled at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 at Green Valley Presbyterian Church, 1798 Wigwam Parkway, and 3 p.m. Dec. 6 at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 1806 Del Webb Blvd. Choirs, soloists and a chamber orchestra will invite the audience to sing along with the choruses. Raffle tickets will be available. Net proceeds from the raffle and a free-will offering will benefit the Henderson Presbyterian Church food bank, 601 N. Major Ave. Visit facebook.com/diymessiahlv.

Martin Nievera: The singer is scheduled to perform at 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at the M Resort pavilion, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $32, $38 or $46 and can be purchased at the M Resort box office, by calling 800-745-3000 or at ticketmaster.com.

ONGOING

Live acoustic jams: The free event for adults is scheduled at 6 p.m. every Tuesday through September at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Attendees can play and sing old-time folk and blues music and meet other musicians. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.