Northern-area Community Events Calendar, April 7-13, 2016

THE WEEK’S BEST BETS

1. Celebrando Hispanic Festival: The celebration is planned from 4 to 9 p.m. April 9 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $7 at the door. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

2. “A Joyful Perspective”: The art exhibit by John Trimble is set during regular hours through May 10 inside the art gallery at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Trimble’s acrylic paintings and prints illustrate the various moods and emotions of daily life through the use of amplified color and offer a multicultural perspective on American landscapes and culture. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

3. Clark County Fair & Rodeo: The annual Clark County Fair & Rodeo is set from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. April 7, 10 a.m. to midnight, April 8 and 9 and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 10 at the Clark County Fairgrounds in Logandale, 1301 Whipple Ave. Gate general admission is $10 for ages 13-59 and $8 for ages 60 or older and children 5 to 12. Visit ccfair.com.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

My Design: The craft event is scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. April 8 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 11 to 17 are invited to represent their fandom by painting their own T-shirt or bag. The library is set to provide the stencils and paint. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

All Star Friday Nights with StarOne All-Stars: As part of All Star Friday Nights, StarOne All-Stars is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. April 8 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. The cost is $10. Luxury booths are available for $100 and banquettes for $50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

Tony Rock: The comedy show is set for 8 p.m. April 9 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $15.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

Ward 4 Shredding Event: Participants can have their documents shredded from 10 a.m. to noon April 9 in the parking lot of Canyon Ridge Christian Church, 6200 W. Lone Mountain Road. Shredding is limited to five boxes per vehicle. Call 702-229-2524.

LEGO Club: The group is set to meet from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. April 13 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 6 to 11 are invited to share stories and books and build projects inspired by those stories. Call 702-507-6100.

Cat Daddy/Toto: Concerts are planned for 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through April 16 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is free. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Gallery of Clean Energy Inventions: The exhibit of 43 clean electricity generators, 18 advanced self-powered electric vehicle innovations and 10 technical solutions to water shortages is on display at the Alexander Library, 1755 W. Alexander Road, from 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday. A student art contest is included. Visit padrak.com/vesperman.

“Seeking Justice Through Art”: The exhibit featuring social justice-themed art is planned from noon to 5 p.m. April 7 and 8 and 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. April 9 at the Left of Center Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road. The exhibit addresses issues currently facing society, including racial profiling and gender injustices. It features a juried exhibition with the work of local artists including Dayo Adelaja, Vanissa Chan, Lisa Fields Clark, Steven Dansky, Anthony Johnson and Vernon Rowlette. Admission is free. Visit leftofcenterart.org.

“Mug Shots #3” by Diane Bush: The third installation of Mug Shots series is planned during regular hours through April 9 at the Left of Center Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road. Mug Shots is part of a yearlong series of mini installations created and curated by multimedia artist and former educator Diane Bush, who is set to provide the public with humorous and collectible artist-designed mugs, framed artwork and ceramic commemorative plates. Admission is free. Visit leftofcenterart.org.

WORTH A DRIVE

Teen band/solo artists performances: The Music Forward Foundation’s Bringing Down the House Class of 2016 performances are planned at 7 p.m. April 7 at the House of Blues Las Vegas in Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The foundation selects 51 bands/solo artists from a nationwide pool of 250. Free tickets are available from the participating bands/solo artists and at the box office on the day of the show. Visit hobmusicforward.org/bdth.

Pet-A-Palooza 2016: The event is planned from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 9 at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. Parking and admission are free. Shelters and rescues are set to have pets on hand for adoption, and vendors selling pet products are planned. Visit tinyurl.com/petapalooza2016.

“Heathers The Musical”: Performances are scheduled at 8 p.m. April 7-9, 14-16, 21-13, 28-30 and 5 p.m. April 17 at the Onyx Theatre, 953-16B E. Sahara Ave. Tickets are $25 for general admission and $28 for VIP seating and may be purchased online or at the box office an hour before showtime. Visit onyxtheatre.com or call 702-732-7225.

Job Fair for Health Workers: Desert Springs Hospital plans to host a health job fair for experienced nurses and speech and occupational therapists from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 7 in the hospital’s South Magna Conference Room, 2075 E. Flamingo Road. Visit jobs.valleyhealthsystemlv.com.

Vintage & Vines: The annual fundraiser for Adam’s Place for Grief is planned from 5:30 to 8 p.m. April 7 at Land Rover of Las Vegas, 5255 W. Sahara Ave., with appetizers, samples of wine and craft beers, a silent auction and the Our Kids on the Katwalk Fashion Show. Individual tickets are $75. Visit adamsplaceforgrieflasvegas.org.

Pirate Fest: Pirates are set to take over from noon to 7 p.m. April 8 and 9 and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 10 at Lorenzi Park, 3333 W. Washington Ave. Activities slated include a Zappos-sponsored Cardboard Regatta, costumed performers, musicians and vendors. One-day admission is $15 for adults and $10 for children seniors and military members. Prices are $30 and $20 for three-day admission. Visit piratefestlv.com.

“Disney’s Beauty and the Beast”: Performances of the Broadway musical are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. April 8-10 and 12-17 and 2 p.m. April 9, 10, 16 and 17 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets range from $24 to $135. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

Veg Fest: The inaugural event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 9 at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway. It is set to feature approximately 60 vendors including local, regional and national brands offering food and products that do not use animals or animal by-products. Visit vegasvegfest.com.

Great Vegas Festival of Beer: The event, hosted by Motley Brews, is scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m. April 9 on a closed-off section near 910 Fremont St. Tickets are $40 to $50 in advance and $45 to $55 at the door. Visit greatvegasbeer.com.

New Vista Community Wine Walk: The walk is set from 7 to 10 p.m. April 9 and 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.

Crazy Spokes: The city of Henderson plans to host a bicycle festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m April 9 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. In addition to bicycle vendors and a health fair, people can participate in a 30-mile bike ride, which costs $20 per adult, $10 per child and $5 per person on a family ride. Call 702-267-4050.

Art Train: Residents can help raise money for the scholarship fund at the nonprofit City Lights Art Gallery, 3 E. Army St., by riding the Art Train from 5:30 to 9 p.m. April 9, with boarding planned at the Nevada Southern Railway, 601 Yucca St., in Boulder City. Art is set to be displayed at the station and aboard the train. Raffles and live music also are scheduled. Tickets are $30 and must be purchased in advance by calling 702-260-300. Visit citylightsartgallery.com.

Fashion Show & Luncheon: The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Fashion Show & Luncheon is set to feature like-new clothing and accessory shopping opportunities starting at 10 a.m. April 9 in the Mardi Gras Ballroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Lunch is set for noon, and the fashion show is slated to start at 1 p.m. Tickets are $40. Call 702-870-4430.

Bluegrass Festival Craft Market: The city of Las Vegas is set to host the 2016 Bluegrass Festival’s Craft Market from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 9 at Durango Hills Park, 3545 N. Durango Drive. Artists will be selling original Americana/folk art and crafts in a variety of media, including painting, sculpture, print work, photographs, fabric art, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking and home decor. Call 702-229-3514 or visit artslasvegas.org.

Best in Show: The Animal Foundation’s annual shelter pet dog show is scheduled for 1 p.m. April 10 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana. Admission starts at $12. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Summerlin half-marathon: The sixth annual Summerlin Half Marathon is slated for 7 a.m. April 10 at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. It features a 13.1-mile course that begins and ends at Downtown Summerlin and includes a tour of several Summerlin villages and a chip-timed run/walk. Top male and female finishers in varying age groups will be recognized; all participants will receive medals and T-shirts. A portion of the proceeds benefits the nonprofit Girls on the Run. Online registration is $80 per person through April 7 and is $90 pending availability the day of the race. Visit desertskyadventures.com/summerlinhalfmarathon.

The Scintas: Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. April 9, 15 and 16; and May 6, 7, 13 and 14 at the Plaza, 1 Main St. Tickets start at $29. A dinner and a show package is offered for $99 and includes a three-course prix fixe dinner at Oscar’s steakhouse in addition to a VIP show ticket. Visit plazahotelcasino.com or call 702-386-2507.

USA Dance: The local branch of the national nonprofit plans to host all-ages ballroom dances featuring a variety of music styles from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. April 9, May 14 and June 11 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Most events include a lesson and some feature exhibition dancing from experts. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for USA Dance members, students and military members. Pay at the door. Visit usadancelasvegas.org.

Cadillac Through the Years: The 11th annual event, sponsored by the Cadillac & LaSalle Club of Las Vegas and Findlay Cadillac of Henderson, is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 10 on Main Street at The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2240 Village Walk Drive. Eighty-eight cars representing 114 years of Cadillac’s history are set to be on display, with cars dating from 1902 to present. Also planned are prize drawings, entertainment by Jay Joseph, who also is set to attend a meet-and-greet, and a book signing with author Rick Ainsworth, whose newest book is “American Dictator: Changing of the Guard.” Visit lasvegasclc.org or shopthedistrictgvr.com.

Medical cannabis program: Essence Vegas, a marijuana dispensary and resource center, has announced Essence Educates: Wellness Wednesdays, a bi-weekly educational program designed to teach current and potential patients about the medical benefits of cannabis, how it’s produced and proper uses. The classes are planned at 7 p.m. each day at Essence-West, 5765 W. Tropicana Ave., and include: Know the Law, April 13; Know the Health Benefits, April 27; and Know your Extraction, May 11. Visit EssenceVegas.com or call 702-901-4581.

Rockabilly Weekend: Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend, a festival featuring music, a classic car show, burlesque, dancing, tiki pool parties, a pin-up contest, bowling, more than 120 vendors and more, is scheduled April 14-17 at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Four-day tickets are $150. Car show-only tickets are $30. Visit vivalasvegas.net.

Pure Aloha Festival: All are invited to explore Hawaiian food, culture and music during the 15th annual festival scheduled from 5 p.m. to midnight April 14 and 15 and noon to midnight April 16 and noon to 10 p.m. April 17 at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Admission is $8 for adults and $6 for children 5 to 10, military members and seniors 55 or older. The festival is set to host all-ages concerts at 7 p.m. April 15 and 16. Daily concert admission is $34 in advance or $42 at the door. Visit vizzun.com or call 702-664-6468.

Women’s Leadership Council Annual Luncheon Fashion Show: The event is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. April 15 at the Champagne Ballroom in the Paris Las Vegas, 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The United Way of Southern Nevada is set to celebrate the Women’s Leadership Council’s impact in the community. Tickets are $153.99. Visit uwsn.org/wlc.

Klip It for Kidz: The eighth annual Klip It for Kidz fundraiser is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 16 in the center park area of Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Check-in and registration for pledges and hair donations will be at the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation tent. Visit www.nvccf.org or call 702-735-8434.

Mad Hatter Tea Party: The event, benefiting the Cure 4 The Kids Foundation, is set from noon to 4 p.m. April 16 in the Palms Room at the Four Season Hotel, 3960 Las Vegas Blvd. South. It is set to include bottomless mimosas, tea, cakes, petit fours, sandwiches, a balloon artist, characters and a silent auction. Tickets are $150 at survivor.auction-bid.org. Donors who would like to sponsor a childhood cancer survivor to attend the tea party can call Dawn Marie Pavuk at 702-732-0952.

AIDS Walk Las Vegas: The 26th annual Aid for AIDS of Nevada event is planned for 8 a.m. April 17 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Children and pets are welcome. Penn & Teller are set to return as the event grand marshals for the 15th consecutive year. An opening ceremony is planned with appearances and performances from Las Vegas entertainers, artists, politicians and dignitaries. Registration is free, with fundraising incentives. Visit afanlv.org.

Call for musicians: The nonprofit Las Vegas Young Artists Orchestra is seeking applications for its new Academy Orchestra program for youths 15 or younger who show significant potential. The free program will welcome up to 50 new students who will work alongside internationally recognized guest artists and perform regularly throughout the year. The application deadline is April 8. Musicians up to age 23, meanwhile, can submit applications until May 15 for membership in the Young Artists Orchestra. Visit lvyao.org.

Butterfly habitat: The butterflies are back at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The preserve’s seasonal butterfly habitat is slated to be open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily through May 30 as weather permits. Admission is $2 for members, $3 for nonmembers. Visit springspreserve.org.

PLAN AHEAD

Teen Book Chats: The book club is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. April 15 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Youths 11 to 17 are invited to chat about their favorite books. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

“All You Need is Love” — A tribute to the music of the Beatles: The concert is set at 8 p.m. April 15 and 16 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $20 at the door. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Bursting Boundaries — Women of Vision: The discussion is set from 1 to 3 p.m. April 16 at the Left of Center Art Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road. Paula Francis plans to speak on recognizing barriers that have been dismantled and what actions are being taken to eradicate the obstacles now and for the future relevant to girls and women. Several other women of vision are scheduled to be present and provide personal experiences. Call 702-647-7378.

Yu Gi Oh: The game is planned from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 16 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 11 to 17 are invited to play Yu Gi Oh and hang out with friends. Participants must bring their own cards. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Annual Spring Rummage Sale: The sale, hosted by the Los Prados Women’s Club, is set from 7 a.m. to noon April 16 at the Los Prados Country Club, 5150 Los Prados Circle. Money collected is donated at the end of the year to various charities in Las Vegas. Call Ann Hull at 702-655-0458.

Free fiction writing workshop: The workshop with Maxwell Alexander Drake is scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. April 17 and from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 18 inside the meeting room at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

DIY Craft Club: The club is planned from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. April 20 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 6 to 11 are invited to get creative and make a craft. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Centennial Hills Soap Crafters: The workshop is slated from 6 to 7 p.m. April 21 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Adults are invited to learn how to make bath and body products, troubleshoot problems, work on group projects, participate in a soap exchange and win giveaways. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

All Star Friday Nights with In-A-Fect: As part of All Star Friday Nights, In-A-Fect is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. April 22 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. The cost is $10. Luxury booths are available for $100 and banquettes for $50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

Ward 6 Movie in the Park: The free event is planned at 7 p.m. April 22 at Centennial Hills Park Amphitheater, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive. Residents are invited to watch a movie and are encouraged to bring blankets or folding chairs. Call 702-229-6154.

Ward 6 Shredding Event: Participants can have their documents shredded at 10 a.m. April 23 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center parking lot, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Shredding is limited to five boxes per vehicle. Call 702-229-2524.

Skid Row and Stryper: The concert is set at 8 p.m. April 23 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Tickets start at $22.95. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Medicaid assistance: The information workshop is slated at 10 a.m. April 26 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Lee Jordan plans to educate participants on Medicaid and offer assistance with applications. Advance registration is required. Call 702-229-1702.

Dia de los Ninos/Dia de los Libros: The story time celebrating children and reading is planned from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. April 27 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive, for ages 6 to 11. Call 702-507-6100.

Jazz Under the Stars with Michael Lington: The concert by the pool is planned for 7 p.m. April 28 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $23.50. Visit aliantegaming.com.

J.D. Smith Mariachi Band: The performance is scheduled at 6 p.m. April 28 inside the North Las Vegas City Hall Council Chambers, 2250 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Residents are invited to listen to mariachi music with a performance by the Smith Middle School mariachi band. Admission is free. Visit cityofnorthlasvegas.com.

All Star Friday Nights with Sons of Soul: As part of All Star Friday Nights, Sons of Soul is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. April 29 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. The cost is $10. Luxury booths are available for $100 and banquettes for $50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

Magic Club: The craft is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. April 29 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Youths 11 to 17 are invited to practice new magic tricks. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

Las Vegas Hula Polynesian Dance: The performance is scheduled at 3 p.m. April 30 at the Aliante Library, 2400 W. Deer Springs Way, and at 4:45 p.m. April 30 at the Alexander Library, 1755 W. Alexander Road. Families are invited to discover the art of Polynesian dance with a performance by Las Vegas Hula. Their dances will cover the islands of Hawaii, Tahiti, Tokelau and New Zealand. Admission is free. Visit cityofnorthlasvegas.com.

Free fiction writing workshop: The workshop with Maxwell Alexander Drake is scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. May 1 and from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. May 2 inside the meeting room at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Discover the Philippines: The story time is planned from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. May 4 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Youths 6 to 11 are invited to learn about the people and culture of the Philippines. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

Disneyland Tips and Tricks: The lecture is planned from 6 to 7:30 p.m. May 5 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

Let’s Draw the Story!: The story time and activity is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. May 6 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 3 to 7 are invited to listen to a story and draw whatever comes to mind. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

Arts and crafts fair: The Sun City Aliante Mother’s Day Arts & Crafts Fair is planned from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 6 and 7 at the Sun City Aliante Community Center, 7390 Aliante Parkway. Artwork, baskets, ceramics, pottery, fused glass items, quilted and knitted items, sewing crafts, beading, jewelry, needlework and crocheted items, candles, woodworking products, greeting cards and silk scarves are to be among the items for sale. A raffle will benefit SAFE House, a charity for at-risk children and their mothers. A local animal rescue will have animals on site available for adoption. Admission is free.

Lights — A Tribute to Journey: The concert is set at 8 p.m. May 6 and 7 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $10 at the door. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Eli Young Band: The concert is set for 8 p.m. May 7 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $49.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

Introduction to Making Soap: The workshop is slated from 6 to 7 p.m. May 11 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Adults are invited to learn how to make bath and body products. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

LEGO Club: The club is set to meet from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. May 11 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 6 to 11 are invited to share stories and books and build projects inspired by those stories. Call 702-507-6100.

Teens Wanted — Preparing for Your First Interview: The workshop is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. May 12 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 11 to 17 are invited to learn how to prepare for interviews. The workshop plans to show teens how to polish their resumes, find job websites, dress appropriately and answer most commonly asked questions during interviews. Call 702-507-6100.

Art exhibit: “Hyperion” by Christopher Tsouras is set to be on display during regular library hours May 12-June 28 inside the art gallery at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Tsouras’ photographs of stark desert, urban and industrial landscapes from around the Las Vegas Valley are set to be shown. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

My Design — Captain America and X-Men: The craft is scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. May 13 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 11 to 17 are invited to represent their fandom by painting their own T-shirt or bag. The library is set to provide the stencils and paint. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

Mick Adams and The Stones: The concert is set at 8 p.m. May 13 and 14 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $10 at the door. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

GO Mount Charleston Spring Cleaning: Volunteers are needed to help spruce up the mountain before the busy summer season. Groups including a minimum of five people, with at least one group leader older than 18, are invited to gather from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 14 at the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area. Cleaning supplies will be provided. Volunteers will be assigned a litter pickup area in advance and will be sent specific details once registered. Groups will check in at their location between 9:30 and 10 a.m. with the designated site manager. Following the pickup, groups will be treated to a barbecue with live music. Email volunteer@gomtcharleston.com or call Kira West at 702-872-0550.

American Red Cross Blood Drive: The blood drive is scheduled from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. May 16 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Walk-ins welcome. Call 702-522-3986 or visit lvccld.org.

Centennial Hills Soap Crafters: The workshop is slated from 6 to 7 p.m. May 19 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Adults are invited to learn how to make bath and body products, troubleshoot problems, work on group projects, participate in a soap exchange and win giveaways. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Teen Book Chats: The book club is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. May 20 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Youths 11 to 17 are invited to chat about their favorite books. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Yu Gi Oh: The game is planned from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 21 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 11 to 17 are invited to play Yu Gi Oh and hang out with friends. Participants must bring their own cards. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Richard Elliot: The concert is set for 8 p.m. May 21 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $32.50.. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

Jazz Under the Stars with Lin Rountree: A concert by the pool is planned for 7 p.m. May 26 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $23.50. Visit aliantegaming.com.

Magic Club: The craft is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. May 27 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Youths 11 to 17 are invited to practice new magic tricks. Call 702-507-6100 or visit lvccld.org.

ONGOING

Voodoo Band: The concert is scheduled at 9 p.m. Fridays at South Padre at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit texasstation.sclv.com.

Darren Michaels: The concert is planned for 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at A-Bar at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit texasstation.sclv.com.

Yellow Brick Road: The concert is planned for 10 p.m. Saturdays at South Padre at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit texasstation.sclv.com.

Ride a horse: The horse riding activity is planned from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays at Horses4Heroes Community Equestrian Center inside Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Rides are $10 per person, and children 2 or younger are admitted free. The ride includes a visit to the barnyard. All other activities, including trail ride classes (part lesson, part trail ride) are by appointment. Trail ride classes are $50 per person. Email events@horses4heroes.org.

Ranch Day Camps: The day camp is set to open during school staff development days at Horses4Heroes Community Equestrian Center inside Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Email camps@horses4heroes.org.