Henderson-area Community Events Calendar, Sept. 8-14, 2016
THE WEEK’S BEST BETS
1. Frankie Avalon: The legendary singer is slated to perform at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9-11 at South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $45. Call 702-796-7111 or visit southpointcasino.com.
2. Pacific Island Festival: The two-day event celebrating Hawaiian and Pacific Island culture is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sept. 10 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. Guests can expect food, crafts and entertainment throughout the festival. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
3. Doggie Paddle & Play Day: The city of Henderson plans to host its annual canine swim from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Road. Dogs are assigned swim times based on weight — dogs weighing 40 pounds or less swim 8 to 9:30 a.m.; dogs weighing 41 to 89 pounds swim 9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., and dogs weighing more than 90 pounds swim 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration is $10 per dog in advance or $15 at the door. Owners may attend free but may not enter the water. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Craft and Yard Sale: The city of Henderson is scheduled to host the event selling a variety of crafts, arts and jewelry from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 9 at Heritage Park Senior Facility, 300 S. Racetrack Road. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Kids Night Out: Parents are invited to drop their children off from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sept. 9 at Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Road. While parents are enjoying their night out, children can play games or enjoy arts and crafts. The event is open to children 5 to 12. It costs $20 per child. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
38 Special: The band is slated to join the Marshall Tucker Band at 7 p.m. Sept. 9 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Tickets start at $20. Visit sclv.com/concerts.
Gardening in Small Places: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension workshop on using native and desert adapted plants in the landscape is planned from 8 a.m. to noon Sept. 10 at Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. ML Robinson, environmental horticulturist, will lead the class. Pre-registration is required. Email Elaine Fagin at fagine@unce.unr.edu or call 702-257-5573, or visit tinyurl.com/zchrpx8. The next Gardening in Small Places workshop dates are Oct. 22 on roses and Nov. 19 on growing fruit at home.
Sunset Garden Club: The organization is slated to meet at noon Sept. 13 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. The monthly topic is expected to be on plants and water usage with guest speaker Brandi Eide, the gardens supervisor at the Springs Preserve. Visit sunsetgardenclubofnv.org.
Silent Savasana: Poolside yoga done while wearing headphones is planned for 8 a.m. Sept. 11 at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway. Call 702-617-7744.
Naturalist Program: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Nevada Naturalist program is set to host a lecture at 7 p.m. Sept. 13 titled “Las Vegas ICO: Inspiring Connections Outdoors” at Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. ICO is an outreach program that provides nature adventures for underserved urban youths across the valley. Call 702-948-5906 or email parsonsd@unce.unr.edu.
Free garden tours and classes: Free guided garden tours are planned for 10 a.m. Fridays at the Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Demonstration and Test Gardens at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Meet in the lobby. Hands-on demonstrations of seasonal rose care will be offered in the Rose Garden from 9 to 11 a.m. Sept. 12 and 26. Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego, plans to host free classes from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturdays. Register at cityofhenderson.com. Inspirada Community Center, 2000 Via Firenze, plans to host Master Gardener Mary Duensing at 6:15 p.m. Sept. 21. To reserve a space, email mwojciechowicz@ccmcnet.com.
Peter Cetera: The singer and former member of Chicago is slated to perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 16 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Cetera is known for songs such as “Glory of Love,” which was used as the theme song for the movie “The Karate Kid, Part II.” Tickets start at $25. Call 702-547-7777 or visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.
Cheers to Chocolate: The sixth annual Easter Seals Nevada fundraiser is planned from 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 16 at The District, 2225 Village Walk Drive. Cocktails and chocolate tastings, a silent auction, artists and entertainment are planned. Tickets are $35 in advance at eastersealsnevada.org and $40 at the door for adults 21 or older; $20 in advance online and $25 at the door for ages 13 to 20; and $5 for ages 5 to 12. Children 4 or younger will be admitted free.
National Public Lands Day — Project Green: Friends of Pittman Wash is slated to host a community work day starting at 9 a.m. Sept. 24 at Pittman Wash. The event is expected to start at Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway. Throughout the morning, people can help maintain the trails, remove invasive plant species, prune branches, install signs and remove litter. Visit tinyurl.com/j44cp47.
WORTH A DRIVE
Las Vegas Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show: The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 9 and 10 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 11 at Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Tickets are $9 for adults, $7 for seniors 62 or older, $4 for children 13-17 and free for children 12 or younger. Admission for military veterans and active duty military is $7. Visit harvestfestival.com.
“Farragut North”: Performances of the play by Beau Willimon are scheduled at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m Sundays through Sept. 18, in the black box at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $15 for adults and $14 for students and seniors. Visit lvlt.org.
Refuge for Women Las Vegas 2016 Golf Challenge Fundraiser: The event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 9 at Topgolf Las Vegas, 4627 Koval Lane. Refuge for Women Las Vegas is a residential healing environment that provides aftercare for women who have been trafficked or sexually exploited. Tickets are $50 to $3,000. Visit tinyurl.com/rfwtopg, or contact Bri Absher at bri.absher@refugeforwomen.org or 702-301-8331.
“Reunions and Ruins in Love”: The performance poetry and live music show, hosted by Battle Born Slam, is scheduled at 7 p.m. Sept. 9 at The Beat Coffeehouse & Records, 520 Fremont St. The event is set to include poetry and performances by Lee Mallory, Miz Absurd, Miss Solveig and Philena Carter. The free event is open to all ages, but those younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Visit thebeatlv.com or call 702-385-2328.
Quilt show: The Las Vegas Quilters’ Stars Over the Valley quilt show is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 9 and 10 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Admission is $8. Visit lasvegasquilters.com.
“Into the Woods”: Broadway Bound is set to present the Stephen Sondheim musical Sept. 9-24 at the Summerlin Library and Performing Arts Center theater, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Performances are set for 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with 1 p.m. matinees Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are $15. Visit broadwayboundlv.com.
Las Vegas media talent show: The 19th annual Advertising Community Talent Show is scheduled for 7 p.m. Sept. 9 inside the Chrome Showroom at Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Many of Las Vegas’ notable media personalities, such as Chet Buchanan of 98.5 KLUC and Sherry Swensk from KLAS Channel 8, will showcase their talents to raise money for Safe Nest. Doors open at 6 p.m., when a silent auction is planned. Tickets are $25. Visit sclv.com.
Bite of Las Vegas: The 20th annual food and music festival is planned from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sept. 10 at Desert Breeze Park, 8425 Spring Mountain Road. Over 50 of the Las Vegas Valley’s top eateries are set to participate with all options priced at $5 or less. Amusement rides, bounce houses and more are planned in the Kid’s Zone, as well as live cooking demonstrations and performances by Fitz & the Tantrums, Better Than Ezra, Blue October, Olivia Holt, Purple Reign, a special acoustic performance by Daughtry, and Las Vegas’ own Naked Elephant and Almost Normal. Tickets are general admission tickets are $22.90 in advance at tinyurl.com/zjh2j3t and $25 at the gate.
Lucky Duck Family Festival: The fundraiser for Positively Kids is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 10 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Family activities, a dance-a-thon, children’s games and characters, nibble stations and free entertainment are planned. Adopt a rubber duck for $5 or a Quack Pack of six for $25, for a chance to win $250,000 at the 3 p.m. duck pluck, where 5,000 rubber ducks will float in the pond. Visit any MoneyTree location or duckrace.com/lasvegas, or call 702-262-0037.
Something Scottish: The festival, co-sponsored by Saint Andrews Society of Southern Nevada, is scheduled at 10 a.m. Sept. 10 at Whitney Library, 5175 E. Tropicana Ave. Live performances, a Wee Bairns Corner with children’s activities, Scottish clan representation and Scottish food for purchase are planned. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-4010.
Race Against Prostate and Ovarian Cancer: The sixth annual This One’s for the Boys and Girls 2-Mile Walk and 3-Mile Run is scheduled at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 10 at Myron Partridge Stadium at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. The event is set to benefit 21st Century CARE and Cancer Train, both organizations dedicated to cancer patients in Southern Nevada by providing financial assistance to patients receiving cancer treatment. Registration is $25 online or $30 the day of the event. Visit 21stcenturycare.org.
Kids Day: The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Discovery Children’s Museum, 360 Promenade Place. It is sponsored by the College Savings Board of Nevada and the Nevada State Treasurer’s Office. The first 1,000 children 13 or younger are to receive free admission. SSGA Upromise 529 College Savings Plan representatives and Treasurer’s Office staff are set to show families how to open an account for their child for $15. Sage, the Nevada College Savings Desert Tortoise, is also set to attend. Visit discoverykidslv.org or call 702-382-5437.
“Stories of Courage and Valor”: The evening of heroic tales presented by the Jubilingo Story Performers of Las Vegas Saturday is planned from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. Sandy Pearlman, Carolyn Pelletier, Debra McCracken, Karla Huntsman, Hilary Howarth and Rochelle Hooks will present stories ranging from courageous African-American slaves who would not give up their dignity to World War II heroes and ordinary people who performed heroic acts. Call 702-229-2787 or visit artslasvegas.org.
School readiness skills fair: The free event for parents and children 3 to 5 is planned from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Las Vegas Library, 833 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension along with the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District and the Clark County School District Family and Community Engagement Services plans to host a Kickoff to Kindergarten to introduce Nevada Pre-K Standards through hands-on activities , including visual arts, science, music and movement, language and early literacy, health and safety, mathematics, physical development and social emotional development . School readiness supplies will be offered to the first 100 families. Call 702-507-3549.
Superhero 5K: Chet Buchanan is set to host the run and 1-mile walk to benefit Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Southern Nevada Sept. 10 at Exploration Peak Park, 9700 S. Buffalo Drive. On-site registration is set to begin at 6:30 a.m. with opening ceremonies at 7:30 a.m., the 5K at 8 a.m. and the 1-mile walk at 8:15 a.m. Participants are encouraged to dress up in superhero attire. Registration is $45. Visit candlelightersnv.org.
Round-Up fundraiser: The White Horse Youth Ranch’s third annual Round-Up fundraiser with cocktails, dancing, entertainment and chuck-wagon chow is scheduled at 6 p.m. Sept. 10 at WHY Ranch, 8390 W. Windmill lane. Tickets are $50 for adults, $10 for children 6 to 12 and free for children 4 or younger. Visit whyranch.org.
Skye Canyon Presents Skye & Stars: An Evening of Stargazing with the Las Vegas Astronomical Society is planned from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Sept. 10 at Skye Canyon, 10111 W. Skye Canyon Drive. Picnicking and music by DJ Tonearmz is set to start at 6:30 p.m. The society plans to provide telescopes and two Mallincams, a powerful high-tech astronomy video camera, for the free event. Officers of the club will be on hand to assist guests using the telescopes and act as guides on what Nebulas, planets, stars and galaxies are in the sky. Visit skyecanyon.com.
USA Dance: The local branch of the national nonprofit plans to host all-ages ballroom dances featuring a variety of music styles from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sept. 10 at Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Most events include a lesson, and some feature exhibition dancing from experts. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for USA Dance members, student and military members. Pay at the door. Visit usadancelasvegas.com.
Las Vegas Philharmonic: Opening night for the 18th season is set to feature guest soprano Maria Valdes at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 10 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. An opening-night cocktail reception on stage is planned to follow the performance. Tickets start at $30. Call 702-749-2000 or visit lvphil.org.
Super Summer Gala: A gala to benefit Super Summer Theatre is scheduled Sept. 11 in the meadow at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Tickets are $150 for a VIP reception set to begin at 5 p.m. or $75 for adults and $40 for children for the main event set to begin at 6 p.m. Children 5 or younger get in free. All tickets include dinner and a performance by Speeding Theatre — Over 55. The event is also set to include a casting auction where guests can bid on roles in the 2017 season opener “Oklahoma!” A virtual auction for roles is set to start Sept. 1 at supersummertheatre.org.
“Make Them Hear You”: The benefit concert featuring over 20 performers from various shows throughout Las Vegas is set for 2 p.m. Sept. 11 at Community Lutheran Church, 3720 E. Tropicana Ave. Proceeds will go to help repair and maintain the sound system at the church. Tickets are $10 at 5thSundayMakeThemHearYou2016.eventbee.com.
Greater Las Vegas Orchid Society: The society plans to meet at 2 p.m. Sept. 11 at Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive, with Diana Smith set to present “What kind of orchid is it?” A social hour is planned for 1 p.m., and an orchid sale, show-and-tell and refreshments also are planned. The meeting is free. Call 702-845-4872.
Greek Food Festival: The 44th annual Las Vegas Greek Food Festival is scheduled from 3 to 11 p.m. Sept. 16, noon to 11 p.m. Sept. 17 and noon to 10 p.m. Sept. 18 at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 5300 S. El Camino Road. The annual event includes music, dancing, Greek food, a carnival and tours of the Byzantine church. Admission is $6 for adults and free for children 12 or younger and for active military members and their immediate family. For a full schedule and parking information, visit lasvegasgreekfestival.com.
Miracle League Home Run Derby: The Miracle League of Las Vegas’ third annual Home Run Derby is planned for 9 a.m. Sept. 24 at Engelstad Family Park & Ball Field, 101 S. Rancho Drive. Eight different age/gender divisions are planned. The league allows all ages with mental and physical disabilities the opportunity to play baseball. Local celebrities and former Major League Baseball players are set to attend. The cost is $20 (using foam bats/balls). Register by Sept. 9 at miracleleaguelasvegas.com/events/home-run-derby-2016.
Conquer Chiari fundraiser and walk: A fundraiser to raise awareness for Chiari is planned at 9 a.m. Sept. 17 at Centennial Hills Park, 7150 N. Buffalo Drive. Games, booths and a picnic and barbecue are planned. Registration is free, but a $25 donation is suggested. Visit conquerchiari.org.
Pigs for the Kids: The charity barbecue cook-off is set from noon to Sept. 17 at Craig Ranch Regional Park, 628 W. Craig Road. The event is set to benefit Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation and the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation. Visit pigsforthekids.org.
Date Night to benefit Opportunity Village: Petite Valise and Opportunity Village plan to host the event at 6 p.m. Sept. 17 at the Plaza, 1 S. Main St., with Emily and Ross Goodman and Ronnie and Russell Sloan. Guests can enjoy dinner at Oscar’s Steakhouse, a performance by The Scintas and a high-fasion live auction emceed by Frankie Scinta, all set to benefit Opportunity Village. Tickets are $275 for the Front Row VIP package and $345 for the Banquet VIP package. Visit http://bit.ly/2bfgcty.
Beerfest Weekend: The Golden Nugget plans to host the seventh annual event Sept. 17-18 at 129 E. Fremont St. Guests can sample award-winning breweries paired with beer-inspired bites and enjoy live entertainment throughout the weekend. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Animal Foundation. The All American Craft Beer Tasting is planned for 7 p.m. Sept. 17 in the Grand Event Center. Tickets are $54 pre-sale and $59 at the door. The Oktoberfest Pool Party is planned for 1 p.m. Sept. 18 at The Tank, with free admission and beer available for purchase. Call 866-946-5336 or visit goldennugget.com.
Show Your Heart Run: The second annual event to benefit the Children’s Heart Foundation is planned for Sept. 17 at Kellogg-Zaher Sports Complex, 7901 W. Washington Ave. Choose a timed 5K race or a 1.7-mile fun walk inside the track of the park. Festivities are set to begin at 6:30 a.m. with a warm-up and announcements. The 5K run is set to begin at 7 a.m. with the walk immediately following. Visit chfn.org or call 702-967-3522.
Women’s Club fundraiser: The Women’s Club of Summerlin plans to host its Denim & Diamonds Gala fundraiser from 6 to 10 p.m. Sept. 24 at Canyon Gate Country Club, 2001 Canyon Gate Drive, with a buffet dinner, dancing, silent auction and raffles. Proceeds will benefit the club’s Dare to Dream Grant program. Tickets are $75. Visit womensclubofsummerlin.org.
The Las Vegas Hemophilia Walk and 5K: The Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation is registering participants for the Sept. 24 Hemophilia Walk and 5K at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. A light pre-walk breakfast, music, fun activities for children and a team T-shirt contest are planned. The walk begins at 8:30 a.m. Admission to Floyd Lamb Park is free for all walk participants. There is no fee to register, but donations are welcomed. Visit hemophilia.org.
Off-Season Series: Super Summer Theatre is teaming with Speeding Theatre Over 55, a local senior theater group, to put on black box theatrical productions at Super Summer Theatre Studios, 4340 S. Valley View Blvd., Suite 210. Upcoming scheduled shows include “Cemetery Club,” set for 7 p.m. Oct. 21, 22, 28 and 29 and 2 p.m. Oct. 23 and 30; “Winter Holidays,” set for 7 p.m. Dec. 16-18 and 2 p.m. Dec. 17 and 18; and “The Bikinis,” set for 7 p.m. March 3, 4, 10 and 11 and 2 p.m. March 5 and 12. Tickets are $5. Visit supersummertheatre.org.
Grapes & Hops: Advance tickets are on sale for the food-, wine- and beer-tasting event scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Advance tickets are $45 or $80 for two. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the gate for $55 each. VIP tickets are $115 and include early entry at 4 p.m., specialty food samples and a private lounge and bar. Springs Preserve members receive a $5 discount. Visit springspreserve.org or parforthecure.com.
PLAN AHEAD
Giant Garage Sale: The city of Henderson is slated to host the event from 7 a.m. to noon Sept. 17 at Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway. People are invited to sell a variety of unwanted items. A booth costs $20. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Trails Tour: The city of Henderson is planning on giving a tour of multiple trails from 8 to 10 a.m. Sept. 17. The tour, which is slated to begin at the Downtown Recreation Center, 105 Basic Road, will include the River Mountains Loop Trail, McCullough Hills Trail, and Union Pacific Railroad Trail. Transportation is provided. The event costs $7 and is open to people 10 or older. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Be Kind Extravaganza: The city of Henderson is planning to host the community event from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 17 at the Downtown Recreation Center, 105 W. Basic Road. It’s expected to feature a bounce house, video and board games, giveaways and food. It’s free and open to the public. Call 702-267-4040.
“Broadway Bound”: Theatre in the Valley, 10 W. Pacific Ave., plans to perform the Neil Simon play at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Sept. 16 through Oct. 8, and at 2 p.m. Sundays, Sept. 18 through Oct. 9. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors. Call 702-558-7275 or email tivrsvp@gmail.com for reservations.
Clark County Nevada Genealogical Society: The society is slated to celebrate its 40th anniversary at 10 a.m. Sept. 17 at Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. The event is free and open to the public. Visit ccngs.org.
Movie in the Park: The city of Henderson is slated to show “Finding Nemo” at 8 p.m. Sept. 17 at Capriola Park, 2155 Via Firenze. The event is open to all ages and costs $5. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
CraftHaus Brewery: The brewery plans to celebrate its anniversary with the Hop Bomb Festival from 5 to 11 p.m. Sept. 17 at its facility, 7350 Eastgate Road. Local bands and a food truck are expected. Tickets start at $25. Visit crafthausbrewery.com.
Wellness series: Dignity Health and Inspirada are partnering to bring the community information on a variety of health-related topics at the Toll Brothers Clubhouse, 3190 Mantua Village Ave. The Stanford School of Medicine’s Chronic Disease Self-Management program is planning a six-week series from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 21 through Oct. 26. A lecture on diabetes is scheduled at 6 p.m. Nov. 16. Visit inspirada.com.
Super Run Classic Car Show: The event featuring a variety of vintage cars is slated to return to the city of Henderson Sept. 22-25, kicking off at noon Sept. 22 at Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway. The show is expected to transfer to the Water Street area Sept. 23-25. In addition to the various car shows, entertainment and food vendors are planned throughout. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Family Fun Yoga Day: The city of Henderson is inviting people to partake in the exercise event scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 23 at Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Road. In addition to learning a variety of yoga poses, there will be a variety of yoga games. Admission is $10.50. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Casting Crowns: The award-winning musical group is scheduled to perform at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets start at $25. Call 702-267-4849 or visit cityofhenderson.com.
TEAL Fight Night: The third annual event is expected to take place at 6 p.m. Sept. 28 at Elixir, 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway. The event, designed to raise awareness about ovarian cancer, is slated to include a silent auction, raffled prizes and entertainment. Visit elixirlounge.net.
Heritage Harvest Festival: The city of Henderson is scheduled to host a craft fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 1 at the Heritage Park Senior Facility, 300 S. Racetrack Road. The event is expected to feature a petting zoo, bounce houses and face painting. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Adam Ferrara and Ryan Hamilton: The comedians are set to co-headline at 7 p.m. Oct. 1 at Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets are $23.75 and $26.75. Call 702-267-4849 or visit cityofhenderson.com.
Run For Shelter: SAFE House is expected to put on its eighth annual 5K and 1-mile walk at 9 a.m. Oct. 8 at Cornerstone Park, 1600 Wigwam Parkway. Registration is $25 until Sept. 30, $30 in October and $35 the day of the race. Call 702-451-4201, ext. 2107.
Los5, After Romeo and Siahna: The concert is planned for 6 p.m. Oct. 14 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets are $15 and $20. Call 702-267-4849 or visit cityofhenderson.com.
National Night Out: The city of Henderson is seeking businesses, civic groups and nonprofits to have exhibits at the upcoming event, which is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 15 at Galleria at Sunset, 1300 W. Sunset Road. The annual event is designed to raise awareness about safety issues and allow people to connect with their local police and fire departments. Call 702-267-2222.
Martin Nievera: The singer is scheduled to perform at 7 p.m. Oct. 15 at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $32. Visit themresort.com.
Life of the Party: Kidz Bop Kids is slated to make a stop in Las Vegas at 5 p.m. Oct. 22 at Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. The event includes the biggest performances of the biggest radio songs of the year. Tickets start at $27.50. Call 702-267-4849.
Make-A-Difference Volunteer Day — Project Green: Friends of Pittman Wash is slated to host a cleanup starting at 9 a.m. Oct. 22 at Arroyo Grande Sports Complex Park, 298 Arroyo Grande Blvd. Lunch is planned to be provided throughout the morning. Participants can help maintain the trails, remove invasive plant species, prune branches, install signs and remove litter. Visit tinyurl.com/j44cp47.
On the Sonny Side of the Strip: The event is scheduled at 7 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. The evening is slated to have performances from Sonny Turner, Kelly Clinton and the Henderson Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are $20. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Golden Gala: St. Jude’s Ranch is slated to host its 50th anniversary gala from 6:30 to 11 p.m. Nov. 4 at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway. Tickets are $150. Call 702-294-7168.
Kellie Pickler: The country singer is slated to perform at 7 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets start at $40. Military members get a $10 discount. Call 702-267-4849.
ONGOING
Elks meetings: The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, founded 150 years ago, is an organization of adults seeking to engage in charitable work at the local and national levels. Membership is open to men and women. Meetings are planned for 7 p.m. the first and third Thursday of the month except for July and August. Call the Henderson/Green Valley Lodge 2802, 631 E. Lake Mead Parkway, at 702-565-9959 or visit tinyurl.com/elksgv.
Las Vegas Wedding Chamber of Commerce Monthly Happy Hour: The event is planned from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month and invites wedding industry professionals to join. Visit lvweddingchamber.com.
Vino With A View: This free wine event is hosted from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays at Ascaya, 1 Ascaya Blvd. The event allows people to meet real estate professionals from the community. Visit ascaya.com.
Family Game Day: Family fun is planned at the event from 4 to 5 p.m. monthly on the fourth Saturday at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Visit hendersonlibraries.com.
Zumba: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension is offering free classes at 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday at 8050 Paradise Road. Call 702-397-2604.
Nashville Unplugged Hall Of Fame Series: Performances for the country music series are scheduled for 8 p.m. monthly on the second Thursday at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. The cost is $10, and Boarding Pass card members receive a $5 discount. Attendees must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts or nashvilleunplugged.net.
Yellow Brick Road: The classic rock tribute band is set to perform at 10 p.m. Fridays at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. The cost is $5, and guests must be 21 or older. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.
Desert Newcomers Club: This nondenominational social club for women who are new to the Las Vegas/Henderson area is set to meet the third Wednesday of every month. Coffee meetings are planned at 10 a.m. the last Thursday of the month at the Green Valley Methodist Church, 2200 Robindale Road. Visit desertnewcomersclub.org.
Open mic nights: Kelly Clinton is scheduled to host the dinner shows from 9 to 11:55 p.m. Mondays at the Bootlegger Italian Bistro, 7700 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The events will feature little-known and established entertainers. Reservations are suggested. Visit bootleggerlasvegas.com.
Harp music: Mariano Gonzalez is scheduled to perform on the harp from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays in the main dining room at the Bootlegger Italian Bistro, 7700 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit bootleggerlasvegas.com or call 702-736-4939.
