East Valley Community Events Calendar, Oct. 29-Nov. 4, 2015
THE WEEK'S BEST BETS
1. Safe Fright Night: The Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., plans to host its 50th anniversary event from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 29. Costume contests and other activities are planned during the center's anniversary celebration. Call 702-229-6374.
2. The Last Nevada Day Open House: The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at The Hammargren Home of Nevada History, 4318 Ridgecrest Drive. This will be the 20th time former Lt. Gov. and neurosurgeon Lonnie Hammargren has opened his house to celebrate Nevada Day. It is also one of several recent ones to be called the last. The home is actually three homes connected by bridges, tunnels and bric-a-brac, and the tour features the eclectic mix of historical and unusual objects he has collected over the years. Suggested admission is $15, which is set to go to three charities that were not finalized by press time. Visit nevadadays.org.
3. Downtown Container celebrates Nevada Day and Halloween: The event is set to begin with a pumpkin patch, where kids can create their own jack-o-lanterns, and face painters and balloon artists at 2 p.m. Oct. 30 at Downtown Container Park, 707 Fremont St. The first 250 children are set to receive a free trick-or-treating bag and glow sticks. A screening of "Monsters Inc." is scheduled at 6 p.m. The following day, the park's all-day Halloween party including games on the lawn, stories from The Writer's Block, a pumpkin decoration area, face painters, a petting zoo and trick-or-treating safety tips provided by the Metropolitan Police Department is scheduled to begin with a Zombie Zumbathon benefiting the American Red Cross and Celiac Disease Foundation at 11 a.m. Oct. 31. For more information about the dance event, visit thepinktutuballet.com. Container Park's tenants are set to pass out candy from 4 to 6 p.m., and a United Blood Services' blood drive is scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m. Visit downtowncontainerpark.com.
4. Life in Death: Day of the Dead: The two-day festival marking El Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is planned for 5 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. The event will explore cultural traditions relating to the Mexican holiday and is set to feature ofrendas, or altars built by families and other groups in memory of deceased relatives and other beloved individuals, along with performances, Mexican crafts for sale and food. Traditional embroidery demonstrations are also planned, along with children's activities and workshops on basket making and sugar and clay skull decoration. Admission and workshops are free. Call 702-455-7340 or visit tinyurl.com/nauxjnx.
IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Haunted House: The Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, is set to host a haunted house with Halloween games and crafts from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 29. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3400.
Halloween at the Linq Promenade: Triq or Treat is scheduled from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Linq Promenade, 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Face painters and atmospheric street musicians are scheduled while retailers handing out candy. A Thriller flash mob is set to perform at 7 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30. A live band is scheduled to perform from 7 to 11 p.m., and a Halloween costume contest for guests 21 or older is scheduled from 9 to 9:30 p.m. with more than $5,000 in prizes. Visit thelinq.caesars.com.
Undead Maze: The attraction is scheduled from 6 p.m. to midnight Oct. 29-31 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $10, and proceeds benefit the Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.
ART BLOQ Thursdays: The event featuring The Industry Supporting Industry Group artists creating live murals and paintings is scheduled from 7 to 11 p.m. Oct. 29 and every Thursday through the end of the year in the Linq Promenade, 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. South.
National day of Remembrance: The National Atomic Testing Museum, in partnership with Cold War Patriots, is set to host a reception to celebrate the 7th annual National Day of Remembrance from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 30 at the museum, 755 E. Flamingo Road. The event honors former nuclear and uranium workers. Event and museum admission are free to Nevada residents. Contact Kathy Powell, director of marketing & business development, at 702-794-5143 or kathy.powell@natm-nv.org.
"Ragtime": The all-new touring production is scheduled for performances at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29-Nov. 1 and 2 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 in Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets start at $29. Visit The Smith Center box office or thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2000.
Free museum admission: The Clark County Museum, 1830 S. Boulder Highway, is offering free admission in honor of Nevada Day from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Indoor exhibits tell the story of Southern Nevada's history from prehistoric to modern times. An outdoor collection of restored historic buildings on the 30-acre property includes a wedding chapel, print shop, railroad cottage and several homes all open for self-guided tours. Call 702-455-7955.
Fright Dome: The annual haunted attraction is set to take over the Adventuredome at Circus Circus, 2880 Las Vegas Blvd. South, from 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 29-31. Tickets start at $39.95. Visit frightdome.com.
The Halloween Misfits, the adult version: The costume party is slated for 6 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Italian American Club, 2333 E. Sahara Ave. The event includes prizes, dinner and a show. Tickets are $25. Call 702-457-3866.
Trunk or Treat: Commissioner Mary Beth Scow is set to host a Trunk or Treat at the Whitney Community Center and Park, 5712 Missouri Ave., from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 29. Sponsors include the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's Southeast Area Command's STOP Program, Albertsons, Walmart, and the Whitney Community Center.
Carrie Moyer: As part of the Visiting Artist Lecture Series, the artist and a writer is scheduled to speak at 7 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Marjorie Barrick Museum at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.
Halloween Puppet Show: The show is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to noon Oct. 29 and 1:30 to 2 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3400.
Oktoberfest Keg Tapping: A keg tapping featuring cast members from "Thunder From Down Under" is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Oct 30 at Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas, 4510 Paradise Road. cast members from "Fantasy," wearing costumes, are scheduled for 7 p.m. Oct 31. Visit hofbrauhauslasvegas.com or call 702-853-2337.
Sinnamyn Jenkins and bad news 70s show: The event is scheduled at 8 p.m. Oct 30 at Baobob Stage Theatre, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Doors open at 7 p.m. The event is also set to include a 70s theme song game with prizes and cocktails available for purchase. Tickets are $20 and $15 for locals. Visit baobabstage.com or call 702-202-8010.
An Evening with Reckless In Vegas: The event is scheduled at 8 p.m. Oct. 30 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. The power trio invites the public to don its best 1950s and 60s-era fashions for a spirited costume contest and Rat Pack-Inspired Costume Party to take place throughout the evening's performance. Tickets start at $35. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.
"Violet": The musical set in the early days of the Civil Rights Movement is scheduled to be performed at 8 p.m. Oct. 30-Nov. 1 and 3 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 in the Troesh Studio Theater at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $34. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2000.
OktoberFrightFest: The Fremont Street Experience's seventh annual street party is scheduled through Oct. 31 with free performances from the stage production show "Frank & The Steins" and Halloween-themed Viva Vision shows. "Frank & The Steins" are set to perform on the First Street Stage from 8 to 11 p.m. nightly through Nov. 1. The band is also set to perform from 7 to midnight Oct. 31. Visit vegasexperience.com.
Halloween Eve Party: "Straight Outta Compton" star O'Shea Jackson Jr. is set to pay homage to his father, O'Shea Jackson Sr., aka Ice Cube, with a "Last Friday"-themed Halloween Eve party at 10 p.m. Oct. 31 at the Foundation Room in House of Blues, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Attendees must be 21 or older. The cover charge is $30 per person for men and $20 per person after midnight for women.
Barnyard in the Boneyard: The Neon Museum is set to partner with Horses4Heroes to host the event in its North Gallery from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 31 at 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Sponsored by American Fence Company and Current Events, Horses4Heroes will provide a petting zoo for families and children. The cost is $5 per person for adults and children ages 2 or older. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Attendees may wear costumes. Proceeds will benefit the Neon Museum and Horses4Heroes. Visit neonmuseum.org.
Town Scary: Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is set to transform into Town Scary from 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 31 so children of all ages can trick-or-treat safely at participating stores and restaurants. Children must bring their own basket for collecting treats. Several children's Halloween-themed activities are planned throughout the night, including costume contests, bounce houses, Halloween photos in Town Square Park and more. Town Square is set to close its streets during the event. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.
Fetish & Fantasy Halloween Ball: The event for those 21 or older is set from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Oct. 31 at the Hard Rock Hotel, 4455 Paradise Road. Tickets start at $88. Visit fetishandfantasyhalloweenball.com.
Wanda Jackson: The special Halloween night show with the "Queen of Rockabilly" with supporting acts the Delta Bombers, the Yawpers, Eddy Bear and the Cubs, and DJ's Lucky La Rue and Catman is scheduled at 9 p.m. Oct. 31 at Backstage Bar & Billiards, 601 Fremont St. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets for the 21-or-older show are $20 in advance and $25 the day of the show. Advance tickets are on sale now and available at smashmagazine.com or ticketfly.com. Visit backstagebarandbilliards.com or call 702-382-2227.
"She Kills Monsters": Performances of the play by Qui Nguyen are scheduled at 8 p.m. Oct. 29-31 at the Onyx Theatre, 953-16B E. Sahara Ave. General admission tickets are $20, and a limited number of $10 Student Rush tickets are set to be available at the box office 10 minutes before each performance for patrons 18 or younger with student ID. Visit onyxtheatre.com or call 702-732-7225.
Pink Toilet Paper Sale: LACE, Ladies Advocating Christian Entertainment, plan to sell pink toilet paper through October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A pack of two rolls is $10. A $1 from each pack will be donated to the Nevada Health Centers Mammovan. Visit joyceeatman.com.
Organ Recital: The concert, featuring Thomas Strauss, organist, cantor and choir director at St. John the Baptist in Oppenau, Germany, is scheduled at 4 p.m. Nov. 1 at Rando-Grillot Recital Hall in Beam Music Center at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. The event is hosted by local members of the Southern Nevada Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.
The Role of the Canine in Human Evolution: The lecture is scheduled at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 2 at Frank and Estella Beam Hall at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.
Neon Museum panel discussion: The Neon Museum, 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North, is set to host Fabricating the Fantasy: Las Vegas Resort Interiors and the Artists Who Bring Them to Life from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 4. The discussion will trace the evolution of themed Las Vegas resort interior designs and how it relates to and is influenced by exterior casino signage and facades. Visit neonmuseum.org.
Diabetes in Balance Support Group: The meeting for seniors 50 or older is scheduled at 10 a.m. Nov. 4 and each first Wednesday of the month at Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-6454.
The Composers Showcase of Las Vegas: The monthly musical showcase hosted by "Jersey Boys" conductor Keith Thompson is scheduled at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 4 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets start at $20. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.
Biases in Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis: The Case of Environmental Planning in Southern Nevada: The lecture by UNLV Alumna Dr. Josephine Schafer is scheduled at 1 p.m. Nov. 4 at Greenspun Hall Auditorium at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.
Robert Irwin: As part of the Visiting Artist Lecture Series, the artist is scheduled to lecture with a focus on his creation, "The Central Garden," on display at the Getty Museum, at 7 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Marjorie Barrick Museum at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.
"Escape Fire" screening: The movie screening presented by Evolution of Medicine is planned for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at AMC Town Square 18 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6587 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The movie is about the current state of affairs of the United State's health care system. Tickets are $10. Visit tugg.com/events/56197.
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.
Call for art: Sin City Gallery's annual "12 Inches of Sin" show, featuring works 12 inches square or smaller, is accepting submissions through Oct. 31 for the 2016 juried show. Visit 12ofsin.com.
"It Happened Like This": The free annual exhibition of mostly local artists, including Richard Hooker, Kim Johnson and C.A. Traen, reinterpreting the literary influences of narrative and mystery is open by appointment through Nov. 25 in the Mayor's Gallery at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. Call 702-229-1012 for an appointment.
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.
WORTH A DRIVE
Bonnie Screams: Haunted attractions are set to take over Bonnie Springs Ranch, 16395 Bonnie Springs Road, from 7 p.m. to midnight daily through Oct. 31. Attractions include a zombie quarantine area, the No Hope Hospital, the Zombie Clown Circus, haunted trails and a haunted train ride. Magician Dixie Dooley is set to perform nightly. A Zombie Paintball bus ride is $20 and includes 100 paintballs. Attractions are recommended for ages 13 or older. Admission is $25. Visit bonniescreams.com.
HallOVeen: Visitors of all ages are invited to see the Magical Forest's walkthroughs and rides transformed into a spooky land of goblins and ghosts from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1, at Opportunity Village, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd. The last week of October, the attraction is set to be open from 5:30 to 9 p.m. nightly. Nov. 1 is set to feature a Day of the Dead theme. Admission is $11.99 for adults and $9.99 for children. Ride wristbands are $12, or individual ride tickets are $3. Combination passes are $21.99 for adults and $17.99 for children. Two free admission tickets are available to patrons who donate five bags of wrapped candy. Visit opportunityvillage.org.
Las Vegas 13 Club: Named for the 10-13 call for an officer who needs assistance, the 13 Club meets the last Thursday of most months (except November, when they meet the third Thursday) at 7 p.m. at O'Aces Sports Bar, 4955 S. Decatur Blvd. The next meeting is set for Oct. 29. The club is made up primarily of retired New York Police Department officers and other law enforcement officers. No meeting is planned for December. Visit lvten13.com or contact club president Peter Trimboli at 702-349-5313 or trimbil.peter@yahoo.com.
Trunk-or-Treat: CenturyLink plans to host a free Trunk-or-Treat event from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 30 in its parking lot at 3436 Aldebaran Ave. Family-friendly activities planned include multiple bounce houses, carnival games, costumed characters, a petting zoo, a photo booth and a Major League Baseball batting game. Vehicles from community organizations will be onsite along with dozens of community partners with decorated car trunks filled with treats for families. Snacks will be available for purchase, and there will be booths showcasing local businesses. All proceeds will benefit United Way of Southern Nevada.
Murder mystery: Theatre in the Valley plans to perform "A Party to Murder" at 8 p.m. Oct. 30 and 2 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at 10 W. Pacific Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors, with discounts available for groups of 10 or more. Call 702-558-7275, email tivrsvp@gmail.com or visit theatreinthevalley.org.
The Farm Fall Festival: Barn Buddies Rescue @ The Farm is planning its Fall Festival from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at The Farm, 7222 W. Grand Teton Drive. Squash and pumpkins, rescued animals, a farm train, pony rides, a toddler maze and a hay wagon are planned. The farmers market is set to be open with fresh eggs, vegetables, fruits, jams, jellies, honey and more. Admission is $5 per adult and $3 per child. Call 702-982-8000 or email gl@barnbuddiesrescue.org.
Holiday Harvest Festival: The event is planned as part of the Downtown Summerlin Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 31 at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. Caramel apple decorating, apple bobbing for kids and adults, pie eating contests, hot apple cider and trick-or-treating are planned. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.
Treat Street: The free Halloween trick-or-treating event is set from 3 to 6 p.m. Oct. 31 at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. Trick-or-treating with retailers, a dog costume contest, and arts and crafts are planned. Kids can also trunk-or-treat at the classic Ford and Mustang Car Show, where more than 50 cars will be on display, all of which will be decorated in Halloween decor. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.
Haunted Harvest: A haunted maze, trick-or-treating stations, carnival games, live entertainment and more are in store for visitors to the attraction scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 30 and 31 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Admission is $6 or $3 for members. Haunted train rides are an additional $3 for members and $5 for others. Visit springsperserve.org.
"The Secret Garden": Signature Productions plans to present its fall musical through Nov. 21 at the Summerlin Library & Performing Arts Center, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Shows are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. five nights a week, with two Saturday matinees at 2 p.m. on Nov. 14 and 17. The show will be dark Sundays and Oct. 30 and Nov. 2, 11 and 16. Tickets are $20 to $30 at signatureproductions.net or by calling 702-878-7529.
Tennis classes: Tennis classes for youths and adults conducted by the Nevada Tennis Association are planned Nov. 2-Dec. 7 at W. Wayne Bunker Family Park, 7351 W. Alexander Road; Tuesdays through Oct. 20 and Nov. 3-Dec. 8 at Garehime Heights Park, 3901 N. Campbell Road; Thursdays Sept. 17-Oct. 22 and Nov. 5-Dec. 17 at Mountain Ridge Park, 7151 Oso Blanco Road; and Saturdays through Oct. 24 and 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.
"Breathe Onto the Mirror": The exhibit by Jacqueline Ehlis is planned to run through Nov. 8 at The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Ehlis is the chairwoman of the art department at Portland Community College, and her work incorporates the interaction of color, light and reflection, reminding the viewer that they are the vehicle that interprets and is part of the works through their reflection in the mirrors. Call 702-507-3631.
"The Art of Craft": The exhibit is set to run through Dec. 6 in the art gallery at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. A variety of different mediums will be displayed, including fused glass, textiles, paper crafts, jewelry, original paintings, mixed media and original photography. Visit lasvegascraftersguild.com, lvccld.org or call 702-507-3860.
PLAN AHEAD
One Run 5K and one mile walk: The event benefiting HomeAid Southern Nevada, Josh Stevens Foundation, 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 years and under. Donations will also be accepted online for those unable to attend the event. Visit onerunlasvegas.com for more information or to register. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.
New Years on the High Roller: Tickets are on sale for ringing in the new year on The High Roller at the Linq Promenade, 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Participants 21 or older can toast the new year from one of 28 glass-enclosed cabins, each accommodating up to 25 guests with a full bar and a champagne toast. Tickets are $250 per person or $6,250 for the Private Cabin Experience with priority boarding and an open bar. Visit thelinq.caesars.com or call 702-322-0537.
Lake Mead canoe trip: A canoe trip at Lake Mead is planned from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 7. Meet at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road, to catch the shuttle to Boulder Beach. Boats (choice of canoe or kayak), paddles, life vests and snacks will be included. Participants should bring a sack lunch, sunscreen and a wide-brimmed hat. Those younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is $25 per person. Registration is underway. Visit tinyurl.com/ojpv8ge.
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.
Sunset Park'd:The food truck festival is planned from noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 14 at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. More than 30 food trucks are set to participate, and live music, children's activites and Redneck Games for adults are planned. Admission is free. Visit sunsetparkd.com.
"In Focus: Downtown Architecture":The exhibition is set to be on display from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays through Nov. 19 at Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main St. The exhibition features photos of 25 downtown buildings of significance that the city commissioned from local photographers Ryan Reason and Jennifer Burkhart to shoot for historical record. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-1012.
Rise Against: The group is scheduled to perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, 200 S. Third St. Tickets are $39.50 to $79.50. Visit dlvec.showare.com or call 702-388-2100.
Suite Holidays: The Exclusive Tour of Las Vegas' High-End Suites is scheduled from 3 to 10 p.m. Dec. 5 and takes guests to tour Las Vegas' exclusive high roller and VIP suites, which are not typically accessible to the general public. Roughly 300 tickets are available, and proceeds benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada. Early-bird ticket prices are $175 per person or $1,500 for a group of 10. After Nov. 5, the price is $200 per person and $1,750 for a group of 10. Visit tinyurl.com/suiteh15.
ONGOING
Look inside "Ka": Cirque du Soleil invites visitors and locals to get an inside look at "Ka," as it reveals the history, background and science behind the show in free Ka Theatre Spectacular open houses scheduled for 11 and 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the MGM Grand, 3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The open houses will highlight the work, inspiration and technology used in the $165 million production. Call 702-891-7940.
Social CirKish: Acrobatic performance and social skill development classes for youths 13 to 19 are planned from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursdays at The Center, 401 S. Maryland Parkway. EmailShannon Pates Xhola at smp4984@gmail.com.
"Sevens Live!": Poet Lee Mallory plans to present "Sevens Live!", a music, comedy and spoken-arts showcase, from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays inside the Cantina at the Silver Sevens, 4100 Paradise Road. Admission is free with a one-drink minimum. Call 702-733-7300.
"Matt and Mattingly's Bucket Show": Performances are scheduled at 10 p.m. Wednesdays at the Art Square Theatre, 1025 S. First St., Suite 145. The two-man improv show with musical accompaniment is free, but audience members are encouraged to pay what they want into a bucket at the end of the performance. Visit mattandmattingly.com.
African drum class: Master teacher "Papa" Diarra Zumana is scheduled to instruct this class from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at the Baobab Stage at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The cost is $20. Visit baobabstage.com or call 702-202-8010.
Rhythm of Life drum classes: Percussionist and musical facilitator L.A. is scheduled to instruct classes from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the City of the World gallery at 1229 S. Casino Center Blvd. The cost is $35 per class. Visit cityoftheworld.org or call 702-409-7549
Casa De Shenandoah: The museum and property tour of Wayne Newton's Las Vegas estate is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday at 3310 Sunset Road. Tours begin at $35. Visit casadeshenandoah.com





