Summerlin Area Things To Do, July 24-30, 2014

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Dive ‘n’ Movies are scheduled at 8 p.m. Fridays through Aug. 22 at Wet‘n’Wild Las Vegas, 7055 S. Fort Apache Road. “Happy Feet 2” is scheduled for July 25. For the complete schedule, visit tinyurl.com/nce72bd. Dates and times are subject to change. Visit wetnwildlasvegas.com or call 702-979-1600.

“Reading is Magic” featuring Tony Daniels is planned from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 25 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave., as part of the Summer Reading Program. Children up to age 11 are invited to enjoy comedy and sleight-of-hand magic. Call 702-507-3630. The show is planned for 3 to 4 p.m. July 26 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-3710.

Clark County’s annual Cardboard Boat Regatta is slated for 5 to 8 p.m. July 25 at the Desert Breeze Aquatic Facility, 8275 Spring Mountain Road. Participants will float boats made from cardboard and duct tape. Night swimming and boat registration are set to begin at 5 p.m., with races starting at 7 p.m. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for children 3 to 17 and $1 for seniors 55 or older. Children 2 or younger will be admitted free. Visit tinyurl.com/46pbo6w or call 702-455-7798.

Wet’n’Wild Las Vegas, 7055 S. Fort Apache Road, plans to host the Soggy Jog at 8 a.m. July 26. The waterpark race course will include the Colorado Cooler (Lazy River), Canyon Cliffs (water slide) and Desert Racers (water slide). Each participant will receive exclusive access to the park from 9 to 10 a.m. and free admission to the park for the remainder of the race day. Registration is $65 per individual, $50 per person for families and $30 per person for season pass holders. Registration includes a box lunch. Visit wetnwildlasvegas.com or call 702-979-1600.

The Texas Tenors, featuring country music singer JC Fisher, pop singer Marcus Collins and opera singer John Hagen, are set to perform at 7:30 p.m July 26 and 27 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

The Grand Ballroom at the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to feature The Kingston Trio at 8 p.m. July 26 and 3 p.m. July 27. Tickets are $15, plus tax, at the casino cage.

Baha’i Devotions is planned for 3 p.m. July 27 at the Las Vegas Baha’i Center, 7035 W. Oakey Blvd. The theme of the free program is You are in Reality a Spiritual Being. Light refreshments are planned. Call 702-838-9191.

Rothko meets Matisse: Painting and Collage Workshop for Kids is planned for ages 6 to 11 at 4:30 p.m. July 29 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Gallery services coordinator and local artist Denise Alvarado will lead an exploration of acrylic painting and collage, inspired by techniques of abstract masters Rothko and Matisse. Space is limited to 25. Preregistration is required. Call 702-507-3630.

Shelley Berkley, CEO and senior provost of Touro University Western Division, is the scheduled speaker for the Summerlin Lecture & Event Series set from 1 to 3 p.m. July 30 at Las Ventanas, 10401 W. Charleston Blvd. Berkley plans to present a lecture titled “The Future of Medicine in Nevada.” During this presentation, she will address the critical physician shortages in Southern Nevada and speak about the current initiatives and programs underway at Touro University Western Division and the new Active Aging Center and expanded Health Center at Touro, as well as other medical needs that must be addressed in the state. To RSVP, visit lasventanaslv.com/events or call 702-789-7487.

Bonkerz Comedy Club inside the Edge Lounge at the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., has acts slated for 7 p.m. Thursdays. The schedule for the remainder of July is: Bobby Wayne Stauts and Dave DeLuca, July 24; and Buffet Jackson, July 31. Tickets are $15 and include a drink. Purchase tickets at the casino cage or call 702-507-5980.

Addison’s Lounge in the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., hosts free weekly live entertainment at 8:30 p.m. Kid and Nic is scheduled for July 25 and 26. Wes Winters is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Mark O’Toole for 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Call 702-507-5900.

J.C. Wooloughan’s Irish Pub inside the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to host free live music starting at 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The Celtic Rockers are scheduled for July 25 and 26. Call 702-869-7725.

The Rampart Casino’s Round Bar, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to present live music throughout the week. Cool Change is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. and Kim Styles Duo for 11 p.m. July 25 and 26. Nicholas Cole is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursdays. Call 702-507-5900.

The Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is displaying its first Artist-in-Residence program exhibition through Aug. 30 at the Visitor Center, 1000 Scenic Loop Drive. All are welcome to view the artwork and meet the artists. Regular park entry fees apply. The show will feature new works and pieces for sale by Southern Nevada artists Linda Campbell, Maria Arango Diener and Myranda Bair, who each completed a two-week residency. Visit blm.gov.

Polymer Clay Expressions by the Polymer Clay Guild is set to run through Sept. 2 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. The exhibit features handcrafted polymer clay sculptures by guild members. Call 702-507-3860.

“Entropy,” a photo exhibit by Robin Hill, is set through Sept. 16 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Hill, a photographer and local science teacher, captures natural processes through scenic vistas and detailed close-up views. Call 702-507-3631.

L Makeup Institute, 5525 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite 102, plans to host free makeup workshops led by professional makeup artists from 1 to 2 p.m. the first Saturday of every month. Space is limited. Call 702-685-9298.

WORTH A DRIVE

Pioneer Settlement Day is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 24 at the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort, 500 E. Washington Ave. The event is set to include pioneer craft demonstrations and root beer floats for sale. Visit friendsofthefort.org or call 702-486-3511.

The Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive, plans performances of the musical “Really Rosie” through July 27. Shows are scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $25. Visit lvlt.org.

Super Summer Theatre plans to present “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” at 8:05 p.m. July 24-26 in the outdoor venue at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, 10 miles west of Las Vegas. Bring a blanket or chair or rent a chair at the show for general admission seating. Food is allowed. The park entrance and parking lot open at 5 p.m., and parking is free with a show ticket. The meadow opens at 6 p.m. Advance tickets are $12.95 at tinyurl.com/o6xypqa. A limited number of tickets are available at the gate for $20. Visit supersummertheatre.org.

J.R. Pony Parties’ Farm Day Camp program has open summer sessions for children to become junior wranglers and experience life on a farm. The camp is open to girls and boys from first through fifth grade. Kids will have the opportunity to chose an animal and learn how to care for it. They will also participate in grooming, tacking and washing ponies. During camp, children will learn about horse anatomy and first aid for farm animals. Activities include a bug safari, water games, arts and crafts, and riding an animal every day. Camp is planned from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1744 Leonard Lane. Remaining sessions are through July 25. The cost is $200 with sibling discounts available. A limit of 15 children will be allowed to enroll per session. Call 702-631-4142 or 702-340-3814.

The Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., plans a youth summer dance camp from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays through Aug. 1. The camp is designed for intermediate and advanced dancers ages 12 to 18. Registration is $200. Call 702-229-6383.

Plant World Nursery, 5311 W. Charleston Blvd., is set to host a children’s flower potting session from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 16. The event is free and designed for ages 3 to 12. Visit plantworldnursery.com or call 702-878-9485.

“Painted Pictures,” an exhibition of original photographs by entertainer Jerry Lewis, is scheduled to be on display through August in the UNLV Marjorie Barrick Museum, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Museum hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. The museum is open until 8 p.m. Thursday. Visit unlv.edu/barrickmuseum.

The Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., plans a live, interactive animal show titled “Vegas Night Life” at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily through Sept. 1, highlighting the Mojave Desert’s nocturnal creatures. The event is free for members or with paid general admission. Call 702-822-7700 or visit springspreserve.org.

The Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., plans to offer indoor miniature golf from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Sept. 1. General admission for locals costs $9.95 for adults, $8.95 for seniors, students and military personnel and $4.95 for children ages 5 to 17. Visit springspreserve.org/apps/event.

“The Magic School Bus Kicks Up A Storm” exhibit is scheduled to visit the Discovery Children’s Museum, 360 Promenade Place, through Sept. 1. In the exhibit, based on the Scholastic Entertainment books and television series, visitors will get to enter Ms. Frizzle’s Classroom, climb aboard the bus and visit the Walkerville Weather Center. Visitors can explore the water cycle and its relation to weather and how influences from air, heat, water and land combine to create weather.

PLAN AHEAD

All Aboard the Hogwarts Express is scheduled for 3 p.m. July 31 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Children in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday. Preregistration is required. Call 702-507-3860.

Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to close its Sandbar Summer Concert Series at the Sandbar poolside venue Aug. 1 with The Goo Goo Dolls, Daughtry and Plain White T’s. Doors are set to open at 7 p.m. Guests younger than 21 must be with an adult. Tickets are $69 plus tax and fees for standing room only and $129 plus tax and fees for reserved seating and can be purchased at any Station Casinos Reward Center and the Fiestas, at sclv.com/concerts or ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.

The city of Las Vegas invites children 13 to 18 to the third annual Xtreme Game Night scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 2 at Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive. Youths can enjoy laser tag, dodge ball, the new foam pit, video games and hamster balls provided by Games2U Entertainment, as well as refreshments, music by a live disc jockey and raffles. Admission and activities are free. Youths can sign up for teen councils available throughout the city of Las Vegas. Call 702-229-4075.

Comedian Deon Cole plans to perform at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

The Las Vegas Astronomical Society plans to host a sky view event at 8 p.m. Aug. 2 at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area’s Visitor Center, 1000 Scenic Loop Drive. The group will be presenting a PowerPoint presentation and have telescopes to look at celestial objects. There is no age limit, and registration is not required. Call 702-515-5367.

Matt Hennager plans to offer Guitar Basics 101, a free guitar lesson for beginning players 10 or older, from noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 3, 10 and 17 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Bring an electric or acoustic guitar and plan to arrive 15 minutes early to tune. Call 702-507-3631.

Melissa Manchester plans to perform at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9 and 10 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $18.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

The Paula Nelson Band is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 15 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

A dive-in movie night for all ages is planned at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16 at Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. The cost is $3 per person. Attendees may swim, lounge on a raft or lounge in a deck chair while watching a movie on the big screen. Light refreshments are planned for a small fee. All pool rules apply. Call 702-229-6309.

Brandon Bennett is set to perform “Elvis My Way” at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16 and 17 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

Dash and Splash is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. Aug. 23 at the Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. Enjoy a 1.5-mile run and 300-meter swim. Cost is $15 for preregistered participants and $20 the day of the event. Call 702-229-1488.

New Vista plans wine walks where patrons can sample up to 20 wines hosted by Southern Wine & Spirits Nevada and Lee’s Discount Liquor from 7 to 10 p.m. Sept. 6 and Oct. 25 at The Village at Lake Las Vegas. Tickets are $25. Visit newvistanv.org.