Southwest-area Community Events Calendar Nov. 5-11, 2015

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Choice Plants for Southern Nevada Landscapes: Jean Cote of Mountain States Wholesale Nursery plans to speak to the Cactus & Succulent Society of Southern Nevada at 7 p.m. Nov. 5 in the Nevada Garden Club building inside Lorenzi Park, 800 Twin Lakes Drive. Visit csssn.org.

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.

Centric's Soul Train Awards: The event is set for 5:30 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Singer-songwriter Erykah Badu is set to host. Award winners include Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds, Jill Scott and more. Tickets are $55. Call 702-284-7777 or visit orleansarena.com.

"Yellow Face": The play, to be directed by Rommel Pacson, is set to run at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Nov. 6-22 in the Black Box at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $15 for adults and $14 for seniors and students. Those interested in being a tech volunteer are invited to email volunteers@lvlt.org.

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.

Spring Valley Music Club: Music lovers are invited to discuss a particular recording or performer from 4 to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.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.

STEAM Club: Children 5 or younger are invited to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math at stations set up from 11 a.m. to noon Nov. 7 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Children 6 to 11 are invited to explore STEAM activities at the library from 4 to 5 p.m. Nov. 6, and families with children 11 or younger are welcome to explore STEAM stations from 4 to 5 p.m. Nov. 8. Visit lvccld.org.

College Planning Program: The West Charleston Library, in partnership with the Heartland Institute of Financial Education, is set to offer families information on paying for college and determining career paths during a program scheduled from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Watercolor Workshop: Internationally known artist Donna Zagotta is scheduled to offer a workshop Nov. 9-12 in Las Vegas. The fee is $350 for Nevada Watercolor Society members and $375 for nonmembers. For details, contact Sharon Menary at 702-463-2454 or thestuioforartists@gmail.com. Zagotta is also scheduled to put on a free painting demonstration during the society's meeting at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Spanish Oaks Clubhouse, 2201 Spanish Oaks Drive. Visit nvws.org or donnazagotta.com.

Film Screening: A free screening of local filmmaker Stan Armstrong's "A City within a City," a film about the century-old Las Vegas Paiute Tribe, is scheduled from 2 to 3 p.m. Nov. 8 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Filmmakers are set to lead a discussion following the screening. Visit lvccld.org.

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.

"Casa Valentina": The play, directed by Walter Niejadlik, is set to run at 8 p.m. Nov. 5-7 and 2 p.m. Nov. 8 at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $24 for adults or $21 for seniors and students. Visit lvlt.org.

Audubon Society: Jack Ruckdeschel is set to talk about eBird training during a meeting of the Red Rock Audubon Society set from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Nevada State Museum, 309 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit redrockaudubon.com.

Lego Fun: Children 6 to 11 are invited to listen to stories and construct Lego creations to be displayed from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. Nov. 10 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Children are invited to a similar block party from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Visit lvccld.org.

Documentary: A free screening of Jeff Hays' documentary "Bought," a film that delves into the inner workings of the food and healthcare industries, is scheduled at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Water celebration: The Clark County Water Reclamation District is set to celebrate its 60th anniversary from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Flamingo Water Resource Center, 5857 E. Flamingo Road. Participants can take a tour and learn about the water processing cycle. RSVP by calling 702-668-8067. Visit cleanwaterteam.com.

Spring Mountain docent classes: The Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Docent Organization is seeking volunteers. Call Carlos at 702-355-9341 or email carlo6180@yahoo.com.

"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.

"Faded Glory": Art by Rafael Blanco is set to be on display through Jan. 9 inside the gallery at the Charleston Heights Art Center, 800 S. Brush St. An artists' talk and reception is slated from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 7. Visit artslasvegas.org.

"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.

Odyssey's Shipwreck! Pirates & Treasure: Find out what it's like to be a shipwreck explorer, the captain of a sinking ship or a pirate on the run in the visiting interactive exhibit scheduled to be on display through Jan. 31 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.

"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.

Nevada Welcomes the World: A new exhibit, featuring the Nevada pavilion designs of Frederick DeLongchamps featured in San Francisco and San Diego's 1915 world expositions, is on display at the Nevada State Museum inside the Springs Preserve, 309 S. Valley View Blvd. The exhibit includes artifacts, costumes, manuscripts and memorabilia that offer a peek into the past. Adult admission is $9.95, which includes access to the Springs Preserve. Visit museums.nevadaculture.org/nsmlv-home.

Butterfly Habitat: With weather cooling, the butterflies are 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.

WORTH A DRIVE

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.

"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.

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.

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

"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 Nov. 11 and 16. Tickets are $20 to $30 at signatureproductions.net or by calling 702-878-7529.

"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.

"FIRED": The group exhibit is scheduled during regular business hours through Nov. 25 inside the Artspace Gallery located upstairs above the main entrance lobby at the College of Southern Nevada's 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.

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. 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.

Tennis classes: Tennis classes for youths and adults conducted by the Nevada Tennis Association are planned for Mondays through Dec. 7 at W. Wayne Bunker Family Park, 7351 W. Alexander Road; Tuesdays through Dec. 8 at Garehime Heights Park, 3901 N. Campbell Road; Thursdays through 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.

Fall plant sales: The Nevada Division of Forestry State Tree Nursery in Las Vegas plans to host fall plant sales from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9600 Tule Springs Road. More than 60 species of native and desert-adapted trees and shrubs will be available, including plants appropriate for Mount Charleston and mid-upper elevation environments. Local experts will be on site to help with species choice and give planting advice. One-gallon plants will be $5, 5-gallon plants will be $10, and 15-gallon plants will be $15. Surplus plants also will be available, with 5-gallon plants for $7, and 15-gallon plants for $10. For the inventory list, visit forestry.nv.gov/ndf-state-forest-nurseries/las-vegas-state-tree-nursery. The sale will be cash or check only. Call 702-486-5411 or nursery manager Amy Dunn at 702-524-8887.

PLAN AHEAD

Gary Owen: The stand-up comic is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $39.95. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Prêt–à–Porter Las Vegas: Models wearing current ready-to-wear fashions are set to take to a runway during fashion showcases slated for Nov. 13-15 at the Rio, 3700 W. Flamingo Road. The event is also set to include a retail vendor fair. Tickets start at $44. A portion of proceeds is set to benefit Dress for Success Southern Nevada. Visit readytowearlv.com.

Family History Jamboree: Area family history director Todd Larkin is set to be the keynote speaker at the 13th annual Las Vegas Nevada Stake Family History Jamboree, an event slated to feature more than 40 classes on exploring family history from 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Nov. 14 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Lorenzi Chapel, 221 Lorenzi St. Classes are planned for everyone from beginners to advanced students. New this year are classes in Spanish and classes designed for ages 12 to 21. Admission is free, and a free lunch is set to be provided. Visit lvstakefamilyhistoryjamboree.org.

Guitars & Country Stars: Josh Gracin, Joshua Scott Jones and Chuck Wicks are set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 14 in the Veil Pavilion at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Tickets start at $29. Visit silvertoncasino.com.

Birds of the Air Food Pantry: The pantry, operating out of Epic Church, 8755 W. Warm Springs Road, is set to provide free groceries to those in need from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 14. It's regularly done on the second Saturday of the month. ZIP codes served are 89113, 89118, 89139, 89141, 89148, 89178, 89179. Email birdsoftheair@epiclv.org.

Fall Western Fandango Concert: Local band Mama's Wranglers and Tenasie, Nashville Independent Music Award's Best Country Duo/Group of 2013 and 2014, are set to perform in a free concert at 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at Essex Circle Park at Essex Drive and Charleston Boulevard. Refreshments are slated to be available for purchase. Seating is on the lawn, so blankets and chairs are encouraged. Call 702-229-3514 or visit artslasvegas.org.

Basket-making workshop: visual art instructor Jacqueline Eihausen is set to teach a beginner/intermediate-level workshop on basket-making for students 11 or older from 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. Saturdays Nov. 14-21 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. The cost is $26. Call 702-229-6383 or visit artslasvegas.org.

Christmas Boutique: The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary plans to sell handmade items and baked goods from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 at 2900 Palomino Lane.

Prince Spencer fundraiser: A fundraising event for Prince Spencer of the Four Step Brothers is set to include entertainment, dancing, hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar at 2 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Las Vegas Elks Lodge, 4100 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door. Call 702-480-5965.

Free Concert: Songwriter and musician Bernice Lewis is set to perform her original music from 1 to 2 p.m. Nov. 15 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. A free 90-minute songwriting workshop is set to follow the concert at 2:30 p.m. Visit lvccld.org.

Walk With a Doc: A free presentation on healthy holiday eating is scheduled for 8 a.m. Nov. 19 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Upcoming programs are set to feature coping with holiday stress on Dec. 17. Visit umcsn.com.

Holiday Boutique: The Las Vegas Emblem Club No. 114, a nonprofit community service organization, plans to sell handmade crafts, Christmas decorations, Red Hat items and baked goods its annual boutique from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Las Vegas Elks Lodge, 4100 W. Charleston Blvd. Funds raised are to be donated to local charities.

AMA Pro Flat Track Finale: The flat track motorcycle racing season finale is scheduled for Nov. 20 and 21 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. One-day tickets start at $45. Visit orleansarena.com.

Bret Michaels: The lead singer of the 1980s rock band Poison is set to bring his True Grit country-rock solo tour to town at 8 p.m. Nov. 21 and 22 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $59.95. Call 702-284-7777 or visit olreanscasino.com.

Aries Spears: Comedian and actor Aries Spears is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 27 and 28 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $39.95. Call 702-284-7777 or visit orleanscasino.com.

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.

Alvin and the Chipmunks Live: A chipmunk musical stage show featuring music by One Direction, Maroon 5, Carly Rae Jepsen, Elvis Presley and more is scheduled for 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $18. Visit orleansarena.com.

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas: Grammy Award-winner Chip Davis is set to direct and co-produce a live family-friendly concert featuring classic hits from Mannheim Steamroller and multimedia effects at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Orleans Arena, 4300 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $35. Call 702-284-7777 or visit orleansarena.com.

Continental Tire Las Vegas Classic: The invitational basketball tournament featuring teams from the University of Colorado, Southern Methodist University, Pennsylvania State University, Kent State University, Canisius College, the University of Louisiana at Monroe, Nicholls State University and Hampton University is scheduled for Dec. 22 and 23 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Two-day packages start at $50. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.

Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage: A live symphony orchestra backed up by projected film and television footage is set to bring 50 years of "Star Trek" music to the stage for the first time at 7 p.m. April 4 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets are on sale now for $50. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.

ONGOING

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 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.

Bluegrass jam sessions: The events are planned at 11:30 p.m. Saturdays on the patio at McMullan's Irish Pub, 4650 W. Tropicana Ave., Suite 110. Call 702-247-7000.

A Home 4 Spot: Pet adoption events are scheduled from 11 am. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Petco, 10000 W. Sahara Blvd., from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. the third Saturday of most months at Woof Gang Pet Bakery, 7080 N. Durango Drive, Suite 140, and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. the second and fourth Saturday of most months at The Wagging Tail Pet Store, 10170 W. Tropicana Ave., Suite 157. Visit ahome4spot.com.

Buddhism 101: The free event is planned at 10 a.m. Saturdays and 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the SGI-Las Vegas Buddhist Center, 2725 W. Charleston Blvd. Participants can learn about Nichiren Buddhism, karma, the Lotus Sutra and how to chant to transform their lives and become happy. Visit sgi-usa-lasvegas.org or call 702-258-6489.

Pau Hana Social: The Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club conducts a monthly social gathering at the Aloha Kitchen & Bar, 2605 S. Decatur Blvd., No. 110. Potential new members are invited to attend. Visit lasvegashcc.org.

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 club is made up primarily of retired New York Police Department officers and other law enforcement officers. Visit lvten13.com.

Film Screenings and Live Performances: The Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St., offers events most Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. A Typical Saturday Night, an evening of burlesque and comedy, is scheduled at 10 p.m. every third Saturday. Live shadowcast performances of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" are scheduled at 10 p.m. the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. For a full schedule of upcoming showings, visit thescificenter.com.

Toddler Fun: Staff from Family to Family Connection plan to demonstrate activities for toddlers and parents at 11:30 a.m. the first and third Mondays of the month at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Fish Feeding: Watch staff members feed the fish in the faux stream at 4 p.m. Fridays at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Visit basspro.com.

Birds of the Air Food Pantry: Operating out of Epic Church, 8755 W. Warm Springs Road, the pantry is set to provide free groceries to those in need from 10 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday of the month. The church serves ZIP codes 89113, 89118, 89139, 89141, 89148, 89178 and 89179. Call 702-838-6213.

Las Vegas Crafters Guild: The group meets monthly at 7 p.m. on the fourth Thursday at Michaels, 7195 Arroyo Crossing Parkway. Visit lasvegascraftersguild.com or call 702-260-0932.

Live Music: Music is offered from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays featuring Marty Mancuso and from noon to 3 p.m. Sundays featuring Mark and Dom at Elements Kitchen & Martini Bar, 4950 S. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 100. Call 702-750-2991 or visit elementskitchenandmartinibar.com.

Square Dancing Classes: The Stardusters Square & Round Dancers meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays for $5 at the Meadows Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 2900 S. Valley View Blvd. Call 702-348-4906.

Ethnic Express International Folk Dancing: The Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., has scheduled dancing for participants 8 or older from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Wednesdays. The cost is $4 per person. Learn international dance styles, including Arabic, Armenian, Bulgarian, Chinese, Greek, Israeli, Macedonian, Russian, Serbian and Turkish folk dances. Call 702-732-4871 or visit ethnicexpresslasvegas.org.

Free Fly Fishing Workshops: Workshops led by Bill Teresco are set to be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. for beginners and from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. for advanced students Thursdays at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Visit basspro.com or call 702-730-5200.

Scottish Country Dancing: The Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., is set to host dancing for participants 13 or older from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Fridays. The cost is $5 per person. Call 702-229-6383 or visit artslasvegas.org.

Free Zumba Classes: Licensed instructor Jean Smith teaches dance fitness to Latin rhythms, appropriate for all ages and fitness levels, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Call 702-507-6030 or visit lvccld.org. This class is also offered at 6 p.m. Fridays at Body Focus Fitness, 7380 S. Eastern Ave. Call 702-228-4967.

Open Mic: Events are planned from 8 p.m. to midnight Thursdays at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Call 702-365-7111 or visit orleanscasino.com.

Live Local Bands: Bands play at 9 p.m. Saturdays at Money Plays, 4755 W. Flamingo Road, and an open mic night is scheduled at 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays. Visit moneyplayslv.com.

Karaoke: Music is scheduled from 8 p.m. to midnight Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Jack's Irish Pub at Palace Station, 2411 W. Sahara Ave. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit palacestation.sclv.com.

John Windsor: The singer is scheduled to perform from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Saturdays and 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sundays at McMullan's Irish Pub, 4650 W. Tropicana Ave. He also is scheduled at 8:45 p.m. Mondays at Ri Ra Irish Pub in Mandalay Place, 3930 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit john-windsor.com.

Jerry Tiffe: The musician is scheduled to perform from 4 to 7 p.m. Fridays at Arizona Charlie's Decatur, 740 S. Decatur Blvd. Visit arizonacharliesdecatur.com.

The Peter Love Trio: The group is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays at Jack's Irish Pub at Palace Station, 2411 W. Sahara Ave. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit palacestation.sclv.com.