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

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. Comprehensive plan open house: Residents can offer input on the city of Henderson's comprehensive plan update from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway, and Nov. 10 at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 Water St. The city said it has experienced demographic and economic changes since 2006, when its last plan, called Henderson Strong, was adopted. The document is aimed at communicating the city's vision, long-term goals and objectives in terms of managing growth over the next 20 years. Children's activities and snacks are planned at the sessions. Visit hendersonstrong.org.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

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.

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.

Chris Zemba & The Late Shift Band: The group is set to take the stage at 8 p.m. Nov. 6 and 7 inside the Troubadour Lounge at the Jokers Wild Casino, 920 N. Boulder Highway. The event is free. Visit jokerswildcasino.com.

Veterans service offered at church: All active-duty military, retired, reservists, guards and their families are invited to a special church service set for 10:30 a.m. Nov. 8 at Paradise Church, 2525 Emerson Ave. The service is to acknowledge and honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. military. Attendees are encouraged to wear red, white and blue.

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.

Los Lobos: The Grammy Award-winning rock back is slated to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets start at $15. Visit cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-4849 for tickets.

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.

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.

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. 10-12 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.

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.

Outdoor Holiday Decorating Contest: The city of Henderson Commemorative Beautification Commission is accepting entries for the annual contest through Nov. 30. The free contest is open to the first 50 entries from single-family residential homes within city limits. The six categories are: patriotic; children's theme; best holiday theme; most innovative; Griswold, featuring homes inspired by the movie "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"; and street/neighborhood, for groups of homes within a neighborhood or on a street, with at least three homes participating together. Commission members plan to tour homes to evaluate the entries Dec. 7. Winners are set to be announced at the city's annual WinterFest celebration at 6 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. After winners are announced, the city plans to post a map featuring the entries at cityofhenderson.com so residents can view the displays. Printable entry forms and contest details are available at cityofhenderson.com. Call 702-267-4027.

WORTH A DRIVE

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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.

"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.

"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

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.

Henderson Stroll 'n Roll: The city's automobile-free street festival is planned from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 in Inspirada along Via Firenze. Attendees can explore the free event on foot or via bicycle, skates or scooter. Capriola, Potenza and Aventura parks are set to feature fitness and lifestyle classes, interactive demonstrations, children's activities, entertainment, food trucks, a bicycle maintenance workshop and an antique Schwinn bicycle collection. A bicycle swap also is planned, allowing participants to trade and sell up to five gently used bicycles and parts. Visit bikehenderson.org or call 702-267-2171.

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.

General Care of Roses: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and the South Valley Rose Society plan to offer the free workshop at 7 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Attendees can learn about choosing roses, the best time to plant them, soil preparation, irrigation, fertilizing and the protection and pruning of roses. Call 702-257-5555 or email lvmastergardeners@unce.unr.edu.

Cheers to Chocolate: The fifth annual benefit for Easter Seals Nevada is planned from 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 20 at The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive. Chocolate lovers, foodies and wine drinkers can enjoy culinary bites, cocktails and wine from restaurants and shops around the valley. While listening to the bands MO5AIC and Empire Records, guests can also bid on silent auction items, including entertainment packages, beauty baskets, jewelry, art dining experiences and more. The family-friendly event also is slated to include an auction for cakes from more than a dozen bakeries. Tickets are $30 in advance online or $35 at the door for adults 21 or older; $20 in advance online or $25 at the door for youths 13 through 20; $5 for children 3 through 12; and free for attendees 3 or younger. All tickets include food and beverages. Visit cheers2chocolate.com.

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.

Holiday Tree Lighting Spectacular: Santa is set to make an appearance during the annual event, planned from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 28 at The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2240 Village Walk Drive. Actress Cerina Vincent is set to be the host, and a performance by Frankie Marino is scheduled. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

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.

Fabulous Shoe Night: The nonprofit plans a brunch at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 6 at the Sonrisa Grill, 30 Via Brianza. The mother-daughter event is set to benefit Santa Cops, which distributes Christmas gifts to economically disadvantaged children around the valley. Registration is $25, and the food tab is $20 for adults and $15 for children 13 or younger. Visit facebook.com/fabulousshoenightlasvegas or fabulousshoenight.com.

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.

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 go on sale Dec. 18, costing $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.

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.