Prime briefs

CASHMAN to host NV ENERGY EXPO

The Senior Energy Assistance Expo is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The event is free to the public.

At this event, seniors can receive energy assistance through Project REACH, an energy assistance program administered by the United Way of Southern Nevada, make payment arrangements and receive help through a variety of social service programs.

Project REACH helps adults 62 or older, who are medically fragile, vulnerable or U.S. Reserve and National Guard members who meet program guidelines.

Customers must bring a valid Nevada driver's license or state ID, past due NV Energy bills and proof of income. Anyone who has received energy assistance in the previous 12 months is not eligible to receive assistance but can take advantage of other resources offered at the event.

Nonprofit, government agencies and other utility representatives will be available to provide energy assistance, discuss weatherization options, provide energy education, conservation and rebate information and social services such as food bank, housing, medical and rental assistance.

For more information about the expo, visit nvenergy.com/home/assistance/energyexpo.cfm.

Senior Idol Talent Showcase auditions planned for Aug. 24-25

Groups and individuals are invited to audition for the Las Vegas Senior Idol Talent Showcase by appointment Aug. 24-25 at the Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road.

Applications for acts must be submitted by Aug. 12. Contact the center at 229-6454 for an application packet. The final performance date is to be announced.

Back to school drive and luncheon
to benefit elementary schools

Seniors are invited to a back-to-school drive and luncheon at
11:30 a.m. Aug. 18, at the East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. Registration is required. The $5. admission fee includes a Hawaiian luncheon and entertainment. Donations of new school supplies also are requested to help the Park Ambassadors and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Downtown Area Command help local elementary school students prepare for the new school year.

For more information, call
229-1515.

magician to perform at center

Magician Dixie Dooley plans to present his new show, "Question Reality," at 2 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 S. McLeod Drive. Tickets are $10.

Call 455-7030 for more information.

dIGITAL CAMERA CLUB MEETS

A digital camera club meets from 1 to 3 p.m. the first Thursday of each month at the East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave.

An advanced digital camera club meets from 1 to 3 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Center membership is $2 per year. Call 229-1515 for details.

Law Project offers assistance

The Senior Citizens Law Project provides free legal assistance in civil matters to Clark County residents 60 and older. The group can help with a variety of law concerns including estate planning, public entitlements such as Social Security, housing issues and document preparation.

The office is at 310 S. Ninth St. Call 229-6596 for an appointment.

Wellness series planned

St. Rose Dominican Hospital is sponsoring a six-week wellness series from 9:30 a.m. to noon each Friday from Aug. 12 to Sept. 16 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 229-1702 to register or more information.

Ballet folklorico dance showcase

Enjoy an evening's performances including dances by invited ballet folklorico dance companies with a special performance by Ballet Folklorico Izel Dance Company.

The show starts at 6 p.m. Aug. 13 at the East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. Admission is $7.

Call 229-1515 for more information.

Line dancing classes available

The Cora Coleman Senior Center offers free line dancing classes.

Beginning classes are from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays, intermediate are from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays, and advanced are from 2 to 3 p.m. Mondays.

The center is at 2100 Bonnie Lane. Call 455-7617 for more information.

pool offers open swim hours

The Cora Coleman Indoor Pool has open swim hours from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.

The pool is an adult-only pool at 2100 Bonnie Lane.

There is a $1 fee for ages 50 and up. Passes are available. Water aerobics and swim classes are available for an additional fee.

Call 455-2120 for more information.

audubon society offers bird walk

All ages are welcome to join the Red Rock Audubon Society and view a variety of native and migratory birds from 7 to 9 a.m. Aug. 20 at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Meet at Area 5 for an introduction to birding activity. Bring water and snacks. Visit redrockaudubon.org for more details.

For general park information, call 229-8100.

play pickle ball at Dula Gym

Pickle ball, a cross between badminton, tennis and table tennis, is offered from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Dula Gym, 441 E. Bonanza Road. Cost is $2 per year. Call 229-6307 for details.

Learn BALLROOM DANCING

Ballroom dancing classes for those 50 or older are scheduled from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and 2 to 4 p.m. Fridays at the Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road. Live music is provided by Boyd Coulter and his band. There is a $4 fee each day. Call 229-6454 for more information.

Fitness center offers membership

The Cora Coleman Senior Center has a complete fitness center with cardiovascular equipment and resistance machines. All new members must participate in a 15-minute orientation before working out. Membership fees for seniors are $3 per day, $15 per month or $105 per year. The center is at 2100 Bonnie Lane. Call 455-7617.

take up Line dancing

Have fun and get exercise while line dancing. Classes are scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m. to noon Fridays at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Center membership costs $2. Call 229-1702 for details.

Center hosts Fitness classes

The Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive, offers 25 weekly fitness classes including yoga, water and arthritis aerobics, cardio dance, tai chi and many others. Through a partnership with the Centennial Hills YMCA, center members have, for a limited time, free use of the cardio/weight room and the indoor lap pool. Membership costs $15 per month. Call 229-1702 for more information.