Northern-area Community Events Calendar, Jan. 28- Feb. 3, 2016

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. North Las Vegas State of the City Address: The 20th annual North Las Vegas State of the City Address is planned from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 28 at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. North Las Vegas Mayor John Lee is set to address the city's economic outlook. Tickets start at $45. Visit cityofnorthlasvegas.com.

2. The Rippingtons featuring Russ Freeman:The concert is set for 8 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $37.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

3. Centennial Hills Expo: The expo is planned from 3 to 8 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Northwest Career and Technical Academy, 8200 Tropical Parkway, and is set to feature more than 50 exhibitors; live entertainment from comedian Paul Scally and music by Ryan Kelly; food trucks; raffles; Metropolitan Police Department and Clark County Fire Department equipment displays; and a blood drive. Clark County Commissioner Larry Brown is set to attend, along with keynote speaker Christine Kramar of Ward 6 Las Vegas City Councilman Steve Ross' office, who is scheduled to deliver the State of Centennial Hills Address to local residents and businesses. Visit centennialhillsexpo.com to register. For more information, call Randy Bridges at 702-530-3411 or 702-645-1551.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

All Star Friday Nights with StarOne All-Stars: As part of All Star Friday Nights, StarOne All-Stars is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Jan. 29 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. The cost is $10. Luxury booths are available for $100 and banquettes for $50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

Led Zepagain — A tribute to Led Zeppelin: The concert is set at 8 p.m. Jan. 29 and 30 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $5 at the door. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Sierra Black: The Las Vegas native is set to perform two free shows at 9 p.m. Jan. 29 and 30 at the Chrome Showroom at Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. The shows are for those 21 or older. Doors open at 8 p.m., and there is no cover charge. Visit sierrablackmusic.com.

Nevada Reads: The Alexander Library, 1755 W. Alexander Road, is set to host a Nevada Reads book discussion from 3 to 5 p.m. Jan. 30 on the 2015 Nevada Reads book selection, "We Are Called to Rise," by Laura McBride. Nevada Reads is a statewide program that has people across Nevada reading the same book and coming together to discuss the book at lectures, book clubs and various panel events. This event is made possible by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and by a grant from the Nevada Humanities. Call 702-633-2880.

Radon Awareness: The lecture is planned from 10:30 a.m. to noon Jan. 30 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Adults, seniors and teens are invited to join Jamie Roice-Gomes as she provides an overview of radon including the associated health risks and how to test and fix a home with a radon problem. Free home test kits are set to be available. Call 702-507-6136 or 702-507-6107.

Gardening workshops: Workshops are planned at 8 a.m. Feb. 2, 9 and 13 at the Research Center & Demonstration Orchard, 4600 Horse Drive. Feb. 2 and 9 are set to cover pruning with a hands-on workshop with horticulturalist Bob Morris. Bring gloves, glasses, loppers, pruners and hand saws, if possible. Feb. 12 is set to cover grape pruning with Master Gardener Yutaka Nomura, wine and grape expert. Contact Tamara Wynne at 702-786-4361 or email wynnet@unce.unr.edu.

Chinese New Year Celebration: The story time is planned from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 6 to 11 are invited to learn about the myths and traditions behind the Chinese New Year Celebration and create a craft. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Junior Master Gardener: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans to offer the hands-on program for children 7 to 12 starting in February. The first classes of the eight-session program are set for 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 6 at the Research Center & Demonstration Orchard, 4600 Horse Drive, for residents in the north valley, and 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 13 at the Lifelong Learning Center's Outdoor Education Center, 8050 Paradise Road, for residents in the south valley. Children will learn about plants, water, soil, vegetables and more. The program also helps foster leadership skills and community service, organizers said. The eight-session class fee is $52, and sessions are planned twice monthly. Register by contacting Karyn Johnson at 702-257-5523 or emailing johnsonk@unce.unr.edu. Visit jmgkids.us.

Video Game Design: The class is planned from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Feb. 17 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 7 to 15 are invited to learn about video game design. Admission is $149. Visit techbrainiacs.com. Call 702-507-6107.

Sweets & Treats 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: The dog-friendly event is set at 9 a.m. Feb. 13 at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Registration is $10 to $35. The first 100 registrants are set to receive a free T-Shirt. To register, visit sweetsandtreatslvcom. For more information, call 702-229-1702.

Polymer Clay Expressions: The annual exhibit is scheduled during regular library hours through Feb. 28 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. The exhibit features a collection of work crafted by members of the Las Vegas Polymer Clay Guild. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Create with Code Jr.: The class is planned from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays from through March 30 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 5 to 7 are invited to learn about coding through interactive projects using the Scratch Jr. visual programming language. Children can learn how to record their voices and sound to projects, use message blocks to make characters communicate, learn how to change their project's background and more. The cost is $155. Visit techbrainiacs.com. Call 702-507-6107.

Voodoo Band: The concert is scheduled at 9 p.m. Fridays at South Padre at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit texasstation.sclv.com.

Darren Michaels: The concert is planned for 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at A-Bar at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit texasstation.sclv.com.

Yellow Brick Road: The concert is planned for 10 p.m. Saturdays at South Padre at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Admission is free. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit texasstation.sclv.com.

Ride a horse: The horse riding activity is planned from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays at Horses4Heroes Community Equestrian Center inside Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Rides are $10 per person, and children 2 or younger are admitted free. The ride includes a visit to the barnyard. All other activities, including trail ride classes (part lesson, part trail ride) are by appointment. Trail ride classes are $50 per person. Email events@horses4heroes.org.

Ranch Day Camps: The day camp is set to open during school staff development days at Horses4Heroes Community Equestrian Center inside Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Email camps@horses4heroes.org.

Spring Mountain docent classes: The Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Docent Organization is seeking volunteers. Classes are underway. Call Carlo Luzzi at 702-355-9341 or email carlo6180@yahoo.com.

Free ski lessons: Complimentary coaching from certified ski and snowboard instructors is planned at the Lee Canyon Ski & Snowboard Resort, 6725 Lee Canyon Road, to any visitor at any time. Guests 13 or younger may participate in the free coaching program only when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Visit leecanyonlv.com.

WORTH A DRIVE

(Monkey): The exhibition is scheduled by appointment through Feb. 20 at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. The annual invitational fine art exhibit focuses on Chinese heritage. Because the coming 2016 Chinese New Year is the Year of the Monkey, artists are asked to make pieces that include the monkey and signifiers, images, or visual concepts that honor and celebrate Chinese tradition. A meet-the-artists reception is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-1012.

Digging in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt: A free presentation on the topic is planned at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 28 at the Nevada State College auditorium, 1021 E. Paradise Hills Drive. It is open to the public. Dr. Paul Buck is set to be digging several 3,000-year-old royal burial tombs in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt, during the 2016 spring semester as part of the Pacific Lutheran University Valley of the Kings Project. Email paul.buck@nsc.edu.

An Evening Honoring Clint Holmes: A musical celebration honoring Holmes to benefit the Nevada School of the Arts is scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 29 at the Ghostbar in the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Honorary guests are set to include George and Kathy Garlock, and the event is slated to be hosted by news anchor Beth Fisher. Tickets are $150, which includes entertainment, hosted wine and specialty drinks and light bites. Visit nsamusic.org or call 702-384-2787.

Tree care: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans to present its annual Professional Tree Care Seminar and Workshop in Spanish on Jan. 29 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Early registration will begin at 6 a.m. both days. This year's emphasis is on urban tree care, including best practices for tree health. The cost is $25 with pre-registration or $30 at the door and includes the full-day seminar, handouts, coffee and beverages, CEUs and lunch. Register at 2016treecareseminarenglish.eventbrite.com. For more information, call Martha Barajas at 702-257-5522 or email barajasm@unce.unr.edu.

Vegas Shoot National Field Archery: The free event is planned at noon Jan. 29-31 at the South Point Arena & Equestrian Center, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. More than 3,000 archers are expected to compete for money and prizes. Visit southpointarena.com or nfaausa.com/event/the-vegas-shoot.

"Middletown": The play by Will Eno, to be directed by Ela Rose, is set to be performed at 8 p.m. Jan. 28-30 and at 2 p.m. Jan. 31 on the main stage at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $24 for adults and $21 for seniors or students. Volunteer ushers see the show for free. Visit lvlt.org.

Retired New York City Police officers meeting: The 35-year-old group plans to meet at 7 p.m. Jan. 28 at O'Aces Bar & Grill, 4955 S. Decatur Blvd. It meets the last Thursday of the month. Email trimboli.peter@yahoo.com.

Steamathon 2 — The Empire: The Steampunk convention is scheduled Jan. 29-31 at Main Street Station, 200 N. Main St. The event is set to include vendor booths, panels and performances including Frenchy and the Punk and the Velveteen Band. Admission starts at $47.77. Visit steamathon.com.

"Big Fish": The Faith Conservatory of the Fine Arts plans to present performances of "Big Fish" at 7 p.m. Jan. 29 and 30 and 4 p.m. Jan. 31 at Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School, 2015 S. Hualapai Way. The musical, directed by Erik Ball, will be presented in Faith's state-of-the-art theater. Tickets are $6 to $20. Visit faithconservatory.com.

"Ignominious Refuse": The exhibition featuring the work of Brent Holmes is scheduled to be on display from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays through March 11 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. An artist's reception is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 29. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7340.

Dance Art Speaks!: The event featuring dancer/choreographer and 16-year member of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Hope Boykin, is scheduled from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at the West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3980.

Junior Master Gardener open house: The Nevada Cooperative Extension plans to host an open house for its Junior Master Gardener program from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. View projects and collect information on the upcoming sessions for children 7 to 12 that are set to begin in February. Junior Master Gardener Ambassadors will be on hand, and a make-and-take project, tours of the children's demonstration gardens and refreshments are planned. Registration for the spring sessions will be available. Call Karyn Johnson at 702-257-5523 or email johnsonk@unce.unr.edu.

Utah Shakespeare Company Tour: The Utah Shakespeare Company plans to bring its 75-minute education outreach production of "Hamlet" to town at 2 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. The program is free, but tickets are required. Visit artslasvegas.org.

Neil Diamond's 75th Birthday Tribute: The show is planned for 7 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Visit scscai.com or call 702-240-1301.

Civil War Experience: Try on civil war uniforms, learn to drill in formation and participate in a skirmish at the event scheduled for noon Jan. 30 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Park admission is $7 for Nevada residents. Visit parks.nv.gov.

Scholastic Art & Writing Awards: The area's best student artwork and writing is set to be on display Jan. 31 through April 3 in the Big Springs Gallery at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Gallery admission is included with paid admission. Visit springspreserve.org.

Laps for Charity: The event benefiting Speedway Children's Charities is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Jan. 31 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, 7000 Las Vegas Blvd. North. NASCAR fans and car enthusiasts will have the opportunity to drive their personal vehicles around the 1.5-mile superspeedway at speeds up to 75 mph (behind a pace car). The event is open to licensed drivers 18 or older, and the entry fee starts at $35 per vehicle for three laps. The vehicle must be street legal, drivers must have a valid license and proof of insurance, and car clubs and company fleets are welcome to participate. All vehicle occupants must be at least 6 years old. Call Paulette Anderson at 702-917-6493 or email panderson@lvms.com. Visit lvms.com or call 702-644-4444.

Painted Stories — Duel In The Library: The event, co-sponsored by University of Nevada Reno's Cooperative Extension, is scheduled at 2 p.m. Jan. 31 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. A mixed media showcase of local authors and artists on one stage in a dueling competition is planned. Each author will read from his/her work, and both artists will turn blank canvases into works of art live in front of the audience. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3400.

Las Vegas Jazz Society: The society plans to present the Rick Vittallo Quartet from 3 to 5 p.m. Jan. 31 at the Montara Estates Club House, 4803 S. Mojave Road. The cost is $12 for society members and $15 for nonmembers. Call 702-313-6778.

Riverdance — The 20th Anniversary World Tour: The event is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. through Jan. 31 and 2 p.m. Jan. 30 and 31 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $29 to $129. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

Artisan Craft Festival: The event is set from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 31 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Meet new artists and listen to music. Admission is free. Children's face painting, free gifts, games and contests are planned. Visit artisancraftfestival.com.

"Bigger, Better and Brighter — The Evolution of Las Vegas Signs" with Stefan Al: The event, part of the Neon Museum Scholar-in-Residence Lecture Series, is scheduled from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 2 at the Marjorie Barrick Museum at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

Phin City Parrothead Club: The club is set to host its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Tommy Rocker's, 4275 Dean Martin Drive. Expect live music and no cover charge. Raffle tickets and donations are set to go to the Children's Heart Foundation.

Westside Newcomers Club: The club plans to host a free coffee event for prospective members at 9:15 a.m. Feb. 3 at Grace in the Desert Episcopal Church, 2004 Spring Gate Lane. The coffee event takes place the first Wednesday of each month. The social club is for women who have lived in the Las Vegas area for 10 years or less or for those who have a life-changing event, such as retirement. A luncheon with a program is planned for the second Wednesday of each month. Visit westsidenewcomersclub.org, facebook.com/westsidenewcomers, or call Phyllis Cohen at 702-818-5120.

Jewish Singles Club: The social club for men and women plans to meet at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at the Jewish Community Center, 8689 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 180. It meets the first Wednesday of the month. Meetings are open and free to anyone interested in entertaining programs and socializing. Call 702-233-8618 or 702-243-1761.

The Misunderstood Legend of the Moulin Rouge: The event, part of the Las Vegas Stories series, is scheduled at 7 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3400.

Go Red Total Makeover: The event is planned from 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 6 at Macy's in Downtown Summerlin, 2075 Festival Plaza Drive, in conjunction with the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women campaign. Interactive makeover stations will be located throughout the store. Visit goredforwomen.org.

Big Game 10K: The running festival is set to offer a 10K, a 5K and a Combo Challenge (10K and 5K) and Kids Fun Run Feb. 7 in downtown Las Vegas to benefit the Goodie Two Shoes Foundation. The event is also set to feature the three-day Big Game Health and Fitness Expo, with mini-sessions of meditation, yoga, breathing exercises, healthy meal prepping and tips on SMART goal setting. A costume contest is planned for race day Feb. 7 at 7:20 a.m., to be followed by the Kids Fun Run at 7:30 a.m., the 5K at 8 a.m., and the Big Game 10K at 8:30 a.m., with the 5K and 10K races starting at Carson Avenue and Eighth Street and finishing at Fremont and 10th streets. Registration fees are $40 for the Big Game 10K or 5K and $25 for the Touchdown Tot Trot (Kids Fun Run). Visit biggame10k.com.

Spaghetti dinner fundraiser: The Temple Sinai youth group plans to host a spaghetti dinner fundraiser from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9 at the temple, 9001 Hillpointe Road, to raise funds for camper scholarships for Camp Sam, a summer camp experience in Lee Canyon for physically and cognitively disabled adults. The cost for the dinner is $10 for adults (family maximum of $25) and $5 for children younger than 12, with all proceeds going to support the camp. Raffle tickets will be $1 each and prizes include show tickets and salon services. Visit templesinailv.org or call 702-254-5110.

Corporate Challenge: The deadline to sign up is Feb. 12, with games set for March 5-May 14. The city of Las Vegas Corporate Challenge is the largest amateur sporting event in Nevada. Events include swimming, softball, chess, basketball, fencing, archery, volleyball, golf, tennis and poker. Contact Andrea Anzalone at 702-229-6706 or email corporatechallenge@lasvegasnevada.gov.

Kickin' it for Cartwheel: The kickball tournament hosted by the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation is planned at 8 a.m. Feb. 20 at the Arroyo Grande Sports Complex, 298 N. Arroyo Grande Blvd. Groups, companies and individuals 15 or older can register teams of between 10 and 12 people to compete, with registration costing $250 and $300, respectively, due by Feb. 15. Teams must have an equal number of men and women. Competitors will receive a Kickin' it for Cartwheel T-shirt, and awards will be given for first, second and third place, with a special award for the most creative team uniform. Proceeds will benefit Camp Cartwheel, an annual overnight experience for children diagnosed with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. Call 702-735-8434 or visit nvccf.org.

American Airlines Kiwi Club Chapter meeting: The luncheon is set for 11 a.m. Feb. 17 at at Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar at Town Square Las Vegas, 6635 Las Vegas Blvd. South. All flight attendants, online and retired, from American Airlines, American Eagle, TWA and US Airlines are welcome. RSVP with Kay Jennings at 702-896-5496.

Jerry Misko exhibit: Misko's limited edition prints and one-of-a-kind paintings of nostalgic Las Vegas neon signs are set to be on display from 3 to 11 p.m. daily at the Las Vegas Club Gallery at the Plaza, 1 Main St. The gallery is also set to feature the "Union Plaza Then and Now" exhibit beginning Feb. 4. The exhibition of photos and memorabilia is curated by the nonprofit Museum of Gaming History, an educational project of The Casino Chip & Gaming Tokens Collectors Club Inc. Visit plazahotelcasino.com or call 702-386-2110.

Cirque Run: Cirque du Soleil is set to host its 15th annual Run Away with Cirque du Soleil community 5K run and 1-mile fun walk March 12 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Onsite registration is set to start at 7 a.m. Pre-race activities are slated to begin at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 8:30 a.m. Registration is $37 for the 5K and $27 for the 1-mile in advance or $3 more after March 1. Register at tinyurl.com/run2016.

PLAN AHEAD

Let's Draw the Story: The activity is scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. Feb. 5 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 3 to 7 are invited to read a story and draw. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Euge Groove: The concert is set for 8 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $32.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

Happy Valentine's Day: The story time is planned from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 10 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 6 to 11 are invited to a Valentine's Day Party with a story, game and craft. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

My Design — Deadpool and Peculiar Children: The activity is scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. Feb. 12 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Youths 11 to 17 are invited represent their fandom by painting their own T-shirt or bag. The library is set to provide stencils and paint. Participants must bring their own T-shirts, bags and pillowcases. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

American Trilogy – Sinatra, Presley & Diamond: The concert is set at 8 p.m. Feb. 12 and 13 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Tickets start at $19.95. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Valentine's Day Ball and Gala: The Veterans In Politics International Inc.'s Valentine's Day Ball and Gala is planned for Feb. 13 at The Resort on Mount Charleston, 2755 Kyle Canyon Road. The event is set to include a romantic evening, fine dining, dancing and entertainment. Visit veteransinpolitics.org.

Wayne Newton's Casa de Shenandoah Trip: The trip to Wayne Newton's Casa de Shenandoah, 3310 E. Sunset Road, is planned at 9:15 a.m. Feb. 17. Join the chartered bus tour and visit Wayne Newton's former home, the visitors center, the museum and the 52-acre property. Lunch is set to be provided after the tour. The cost is $60 with a current city of Las Vegas Active Adult/Senior Programs membership or $75 for nonmembers. Advanced registration is required. Call 702-229-1702.

Lego Club: The activity is scheduled from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 6 to 11 are invited to share stories and books and build projects. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Centennial Hills Soap Crafters: The workshop is slated from 6 to 7 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Adults are invited to learn how to make bath and body products, troubleshoot problems, work on group projects, participate in a soap exchange and win giveaways. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Teen Book Chats: The book club is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. Feb. 19 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 11 to 17 are invited to chat about their favorite books. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Keiko Matsui: The concert is set for 8 p.m. Feb. 19 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $32.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

Sustainable Gardening in Las Vegas: The lecture is planned from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 20 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Adults, seniors and teens are invited to join Master Gardener Susan Price Haas as she shares her experiences on successful gardening in a desert climate. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Yu Gi Oh: The game is planned from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 11 to 17 are invited to play Yu Gi Oh and hang out with friends. Participants must bring their own cards. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Free fiction writing workshop by Maxwell Alexander Drake: The workshop is scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. Feb. 21 and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 inside the meeting room at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

DIY Craft Club: The club is planned from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 6 to 11 are invited to get creative and make a craft. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Introduction to Making Soap: The workshop is slated from 6 to 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Adults are invited to learn how to make soap with essential oils and natural colors. Registration is required. Call 702-507-6107 or visit lvccld.org.

Peace Frog — A tribute to the Doors: The concert is set at 8 p.m. Feb. 26 and 27 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $10 at the door. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Jonathan Butler: The concert is set for 8 p.m. March 19 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $32.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.