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Monthly show raises funds for UMC’s oncology department

Magicians, musicians, comedians and performers share their skills in the show “Intrigue: Variety so rich, we know you’re interested ” to benefit the outpatient oncology division of University Medical Center of Southern Nevada .

Gym provides supportive environment for long-term weight loss

Downsize Fitness recently opened its first Las Vegas location at 321 N. Buffalo Drive, Suite 120, to help those with 50 pounds or more to lose meet their weight-loss goals.

Things to do in Centennial May 8-14

Event highlights this week include a free photography class led by Diana Peterson, a Centennial Hills Library exhibit curated by Susanne Forestieri of drawings by University of Nevada, Las Vegas students and Wow! That’s Engineering!, a program for girls in grades 5-8.

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Things to do in Sunrise/Whitney May 8-14

Event highlights this week include “ABBA The Concert,” an Abba tribute showat the Eastside Events Center, Rick Arroyo’s Latin Jazz Quintet at the Winchester Cultural Center and the “Art in Action: Spring Break Teen Art Camp Art Exhibition.”

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‘Lords of Las Vegas’ Launch planned

Dining pick of the week: Yummy House

It may be a strange name for a Chinese restaurant, but this New York-style eatery is, well, yummy.

UNLV envisions stadium, more student housing

An on-campus stadium, more housing options and further improvements to midtown are all factors considered in the University of Nevada, Las Vegas’ proposed campus master plan, set to reach the Board of Regents in November.

Things to do in Paradise/Downtown May 8-14

Event highlights this week include the final weeks for the Curious George exhibit at Lied Discovery Children’s Museum and the last week for “SPACE: A Journey to our Future” at the Springs Preserve. Also planned are an Indian food, entertainment and cultural festival and canine celebrations in the Huntridge and McNeil neighborhoods.

Dining pick of the week: Tea Time Café

This place is known for its teas and other drinks. There is also food, and when the diverse menu is combined with the diverse tea list, sit back and enjoy.

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