Northern-area Community Events Calendar, Nov. 12-18, 2015

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. Asian Culture Day: The Asian Culture Alliance plans its inaugural Asian Culture Day celebration from noon to 10 p.m. Nov. 12 at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. The opening ceremony is set to be presented by North Las Vegas Mayor John Lee. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public and is set to include live entertainment by local artists, face painting, balloon twists, cotton candy, a beauty pageant and more. Artists also plan to display and auction paintings, calligraphy, artwork and sculpture. A gala is planned at 7 p.m. in the Dallas Ballroom with different Asian cultures performing. The guest speaker is Lily Sun, granddaughter of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, the man who made China the First Republic in Asia. Call 702-522-0368, ext. 101 or 104, or visit asianculturealliance.org.

2. Brian Culbertson: The concert is set for 8 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $49.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

3. Christmas Craft Fair: The fair is slated from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 14 and 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church, 2575 W. El Campo Grande Ave. Christmas trees, wreaths, handmade ornaments, hand-knit and crocheted items, jewelry and other creations are planned. Call 702-657-0200.

4. Food Is Art: The event is planned from 7 to 10 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., to benefit the ALS Association Nevada Chapter. Tastings from a seven-course meal presented by top local chefs are planned, along with wine and beer pairings presented by local sommeliers and cocktails by master mixologists. A silent auction also is planned. The evening will honor Tony F. Sanchez III of NV Energy and Steve Rigazio, former president of NV Energy and The Rigazio Family, with a concert planned in the Springs Amphitheater featuring Jaime Kyle with Dave Jenkins and Steve Price of Pablo Cruise. Guests are reminded to wear cocktail attire with sensible shoes. Tickets are $75 per person for guests 21 or older or $140 for a pair of tickets. VIP tickets are $125 each and include early entry at 5:30 p.m. with a special VIP reception, live auction and designated concert seating. Visit springspreserve.org.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Shaun South/Cat Daddy: Shaun South is set to perform at 8:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Shaun South and Cat Daddy are set to perform at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14. Admission is free. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

All Star Friday Nights with In-A-Fect: As part of All Star Friday Nights, In-A-Fect is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Nov. 13 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. The cost is $5. Luxury booths are available for $100 and banquettes for $50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

My Design — Hunger Games!: The activity is scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. Nov. 13 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.

Lights Out Tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons: The concert is set for 8 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $15 at the door. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment..

Ward 6 Shredding Event and Pharmaceutical Drug Collection: The event is planned from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 14 at the Centennial Hills Community Center/YMCA east parking lot, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Shredding is limited to five boxes per vehicle. Call 702-229-6154.

Nevada Storm Youth Track and Field Club: The club plans to host early registration for the 2016 season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at Polly Gonzalez Memorial Park at El Campo Grande and Bradley Way and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 12 at Nicholas E. Flores Jr. Park at 4133 Allen Lane at San Miguel Avenue. Visit nevadastormtrack.org or call 702-325-6846.

Fall plant sales: The Nevada Division of Forestry State Tree Nursery in Las Vegas plans to host fall plant sales from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9600 Tule Springs Road. More than 60 species of native and desert-adapted trees and shrubs will be available, including plants appropriate for Mount Charleston and mid-upper elevation environments. Local experts will be on site to help with species choice and give planting advice. One-gallon plants will be $5, 5-gallon plants will be $10, and 15-gallon plants will be $15. Surplus plants also will be available, with 5-gallon plants for $7, and 15-gallon plants for $10. For the inventory list, visit forestry.nv.gov/ndf-state-forest-nurseries/las-vegas-state-tree-nursery. The sale will be cash or check only. Call 702-486-5411 or nursery manager Amy Dunn at 702-524-8887.

Learn about the Spring Mountains!: The event is planned from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 14, 21 and 28 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road. Naturalists and volunteers are set to showcase the natural history of the Spring Mountains. Visit gomtcharleston.com.

The Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club: The monthly general membership meeting is planned from noon to 4 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Las Vegas Buddhist Sangha Center, 4110 N. Martin Luther King Drive. The meeting is set to include a potluck social. People are invited to learn about the Hawaiian culture and meet new friends. Visit lasvegashcc.org or email contacts@lasvegashcc.org.

Spring Mountains Art Program: The program is slated from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 15, 22 and 29 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road. Participants are invited to visit the craft table to "make & take" a nature craft. Visit gomtcharleston.com.

American Red Cross Blood Drive: The blood drive is slated from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-522-3986. Walk-ins are welcome.

The North Las Vegas Alliance of Homeowner Associations and Concerned Citizens: The next meeting of the alliance is planned at 6 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Aliante Library, 2400 W. Deer Springs Way. North Las Vegas Mayor John Lee is set to be the primary speaker. Other speakers are set to discuss community activities of interest to North Las Vegas residents. Email Bob Mersereau at rcmersereau@cox.net.

Coyote and His Animal Friends Tricks and Tales: The puppet show is slated from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 6 to 11 are invited to watch "How the Chipmunk Got His Stripes and other Tricks and Tales about the Coyote" to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Call 702-507-6107.

Patrick Puffer: The concert is set for 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays Nov. 18-28 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is free. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Voodoo: 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.

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.

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.

"Gary Marx: Past and Present": The solo exhibit is scheduled during regular business hours through Nov. 25 inside the Fine Arts Gallery at the College of Southern Nevada Cheyenne campus, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. Visit csn.edu or call 702-651-4000.

"FIRED": The group exhibit is scheduled during regular business hours through Nov. 25 inside the Artspace Gallery located upstairs above the main entrance lobby at the College of Southern Nevada Cheyenne campus, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. Visit csn.edu or call 702-651-4000.

Little Books and Little Cooks: The free, seven-week healthy eating and nutrition program is sponsored by the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and strives to create positive parent-child interaction as preschoolers and their parents work side by side through reading and cooking. Classes are free and open to the public. Topics planned are safety, five food groups, cooking with kids, introducing cultural foods, feeding and hunger and fullness, picky eating, and fruits and vegetables. Classes are scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Mondays through Dec. 7, at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Contact Celle Miller at 702-257-5565 or millerc@unce.unr.edu.

The Fabulous Las Vegas Scribes Membership Show: The exhibit is scheduled during regular library hours through Dec. 15 inside the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. The show plans to feature calligraphy, letter arts and paper arts by the Fabulous Las Vegas Scribes members. Call 702-507-6100.

"Troubled Waters," "Transformations," & "Behind Bars": The exhibit featuring work by Los Angeles based printmaking collective, Los de Abajo, is scheduled to be on display during regular gallery hours through Jan. 9 at the Left of Center Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road. The artist closing reception is planned from noon to 3 p.m. Jan. 9. Admission is free. Visit leftofcenterart.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.

WORTH A DRIVE

Stitch Factory's second annual Market Row: The event, presented by Zappos Z'Boutique, is scheduled from 4 to 10 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Stitch Factory, 300 Las Vegas Blvd. North. It is set to feature live painting from local artisans, live music, food and more than 50 vendors selling unique products and services. Visit stitchfactory.com or call 702-476-5552.

Nevada Naturalist Series: A presentation by Nancy Bernard, volunteer program manager for the Lake Mead Recreation Area, is planned for 7 p.m. Nov. 12 at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension's Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. The free event will focus on the volunteer program and way the community is engaged as stewards to protect the recreation area. Contact Denise Parsons at 702-940-9506.

Youth Thanksgiving Dinner: The event is scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. Nov. 12 at The Center, 401 S. Maryland Parkway. The QVolution youth program is set to host a free, buffet-style Thanksgiving meal for LGBTQ and allied youths ages 13 to 24 to enjoy with their chosen family and friends. Visit thecenterlv.com or call 702-733-9800.

"I Pronounce You Husband and Wife": The new polyamorous musical satire is scheduled for 8 p.m. Nov. 12-14 and 19-21 at The Onyx Theatre, 953-16B E. Sahara Ave. Tickets are $20. Visit onyxtheatre.com or call 702-732-7225.

"You Can't Take it With You": The play is set to be performed at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 and 14 and 4 p.m. Nov. 15 at Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School, 2015 S. Hualapai Way. Tickets prices range from $12 to $20. Visit faithconservatory.com.

Sin City Opera presents "The Counsel": The performance of the opera by Gian Carlo Menotti is scheduled at 2 p.m. Nov. 13, 14, 20 and 21 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. Tickets are $15. Visit sincityopera.com or call 702-455-7340.

Third annual "Getting to Zero!" HIV summit: The event is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 13 at The Center, 401 S. Maryland Parkway. Persons living with HIV/AIDS and health care providers are invited to attend the third annual HIV Summit, covering topics such as co-morbidity, substance abuse, mental health, women, aging and people of color as it relates to an HIV diagnosis. This free event at The Center, sponsored by the Southern Nevada Health District and supported by Gilead and Huntridge Family Clinic, includes breakfast and lunch. To RSVP, email jmontgomery@thecenterlv.org or call 702-802-5408. For more information, visit thecenterlv.com or call 702-733-9800.

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.

Fall Western Fandango Concert: Local band Mama's Wranglers and Tenasie — Nashville Independent Music Award's Best Country Duo/Group of 2013 and 2014 — are set to perform in a free concert at 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at Essex Circle Park at Essex Drive and Charleston Boulevard. Refreshments are slated to be available for purchase. Seating is on the lawn, so blankets and chairs are encouraged. Call 702-229-3514 or visit artslasvegas.org.

Henderson Stroll 'n Roll: The city's automobile-free street festival is planned from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 in Inspirada along Via Firenze. Attendees can explore the free event on foot or via bicycle, skates or scooter. Capriola, Potenza and Aventura parks are set to feature fitness and lifestyle classes, interactive demonstrations, children's activities, entertainment, food trucks, a bicycle maintenance workshop and an antique Schwinn bicycle collection. A bicycle swap also is planned, allowing participants to trade and sell up to five gently used bicycles and parts. Visit bikehenderson.org or call 702-267-2171.

Christmas Boutique: The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary plans to sell handmade items and baked goods from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 at 2900 Palomino Lane.

Family History Jamboree: Area family history director Todd Larkin is set to be the keynote speaker at the 13th annual Las Vegas Nevada Stake Family History Jamboree, an event slated to feature more than 40 classes on exploring family history from 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Nov. 14 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Lorenzi Chapel, 221 Lorenzi St. Classes are planned for everyone from beginners to advanced students. New this year are classes in Spanish and classes designed for ages 12 to 21. Admission is free, and a free lunch is set to be provided. Visit lvstakefamilyhistoryjamboree.org.

Las Vegas National Horse Show: The event is planned through Nov. 15 at the South Point Arena, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, with the Grand Prix event planned for 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14. Competitors include Rich Fellers, FEI World Cup Finals champion and Olympian; Margie Engle, Olympian and Pan American Team silver medalist; Richard Spooner, three-time winner of the Monte Carlo Grand Prix and National Cup gold medalist; Will Simpson, Olympic gold medalist; and Reed Kessler, National Cups Finals member and youngest Olympic competitor. International show jumpers include Matt Williams from Australia, Kevin Babington from Ireland, and Eduardo Menezes from Brazil. In addition, the arena is set to host additional show jumping competitions with riders through Nov. 13. Classes include the Winning Round Welcome class, the Markel Insurance Grand Prix Series Final and two FEI Speed Classics. With the exception of the Nov. 14 event, admission is free. Visit southpointcasino.com.

Lung Force Walk: The annual event is planned for noon Nov. 14 at Kellogg-Zaher Park, 7901 W. Washington Ave., to raise funds for those who have lung cancer, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other lung diseases. Presented by Kindred Hospital Las Vegas, the event also is set to include jump houses, contests and a Survivor Stride Walk for those affected by lung diseases, as well as a Breathe Deeper and Mission Area where walkers can receive health and wellness information and additional health screenings. Check-in is at 10 a.m., with the walk at noon. A Catch Big Air Contest is set for 1 p.m. Participation in the walk is free, and teams are welcome; however, participants are encouraged to raise funds for the American Lung Association's mission. Walkers who raise $100 or more become Fearless Fighters and receive a T-shirt, a turquoise ribbon and food at the walk. Walkers age 18 or older must register as participants. Those younger than 18 are encouraged to register and must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older at the event. Visit lungforce.org/walk or call 702-431-6333.

Christmas Shopping Spectacular: The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 15 in the Ballroom at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Holiday decor, fabrics, fine art and handmade crafts, including jewelry not found in stores, will be available. The U.S. Marine Corps will be collecting for its annual Toys For Tots drive, and a blood drive is also planned, along with free photos with Santa. Admission is free. Visit artisancraftfestival.com.

"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 Nov. 16. Tickets are $20 to $30 at signatureproductions.net or by calling 702-878-7529.

Water district open house: In celebration of its 60th year of the facility's operations, the Clark County Water Reclamation District is set to host an open house with tours of its Flamingo Water Resource Center scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 14 at 5857 E. Flamingo Road. Wastewater treatment plant operations began in 1956 at a small facility on Monson Road (now East Flamingo), serving 500 customers at what was described as the remote east end of the valley. The facility is now the largest water reclamation facility in Nevada, with more than 235,000 customers, treating and returning more than 100 million gallons of water to the environment every day. The event is also set to include informational and educational displays.

"God Lives In Glass": The performance to benefit The Smith Center's Education and Outreach Program is scheduled at 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. The concert features an original score written by "Jersey Boys" conductor and Composer's Showcase founder/host Keith Thompson with musical styles ranging from pop to gospel, classical to blues, and reggae to R&B, inspired by Dr. Robert J. Landy's book "God Lives in Glass: Reflections of God Through the Eyes of a Child," which features drawings and stories of children from all over the world. Tickets start at $19. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

Mondays Dark: The event is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at the Hard Rock Hotel, 4455 Paradise Road, and is set to feature Las Vegas Strip performers doing interpretations of the music of Neil Diamond. Tickets start at $20 and benefit local nonprofit HomeAid Southern Nevada. Visit mondaysdark.com.

Las Vegas TransPride Week: The Center, 401 S. Maryland Parkway, is set to serve as the host location for several Las Vegas TransPride Week events Nov. 17-22. The events are set to include workshops, a TransPride Film Festival, a Transgender Day of Awareness, a Transgender Day of Remembrance vigil and the Trans Glam Gala Awards. Center board member Jeremy Wallace, author of the autobiography "Taking the Scenic Route to Manhood," will serve as keynote speaker. The full schedule of events is available at lasvegastranspride.org.

Airlines Kiwi Club luncheon: The American Airlines Kiwi Club Chapter is set to host a luncheon and meeting at 11 a.m. Nov. 18 at Wildhorse Golf Club, 2100 Warm Springs Road. All flight attendants, online or retired, from American Airlines, American Eagle, TWA or US Airlines are welcome to attend. RSVP to Kay Jennings at 702-896-5496.

"Becoming Animal: Standing Witness for the Sentient Wild": The exhibit of photography by Sharon K. Shafer is set to be on display through March 31 at the Nevada State Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit museums.nevadaculture.org.

LV Craft Shows: Shows are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 28 and Dec. 13 in the Veil Pavilion at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Admission is free. Visit silvertoncasino.com.

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Glittering Lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway: The event featuring a 2.5-mile, drive-through holiday light display is scheduled from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 5:30 to 10 p.m. Friday through Sunday and holidays Nov. 13 through Jan. 3. Tickets are $20 per vehicle and $55 for a season pass. Buses are $1 per person with a minimum charge of $20. Purchase tickets at glitteringlightslasvegas.com, Southern Nevada Walgreens locations or at the gate. Goodwill of Southern Nevada offers discounted entry coupons for Glittering Lights with a donation of goods. The coupon is available at any of the stores, drop-off locations or at the entrance of Glittering Lights. Value is $5 off Monday through Thursday and $2 off Friday through Sunday and holidays. A portion of each ticket sold benefits Speedway Children's Charities.

Santa's Arrival Parade: The event is scheduled at 7 p.m. Nov. 13 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. It is set to start at the West Valet near Yard House and end at Santa's House in Town Square Park. Once he reaches Town Square Park, Santa and his little helpers will spread holiday cheer by lighting the 45-foot Christmas tree followed by the center's Snow in the Square show. Following the snowfall, children and families are invited to pose for photos with Santa inside his house. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

Snow in the Square: The event, featuring a 10-minute show choreographed to classic holiday tunes, is scheduled at 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7 and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13 through Dec. 23, at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

Photos with Santa Claus: The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday Through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 14 to Dec. 20, and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 21-23 and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 24 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. You can avoid the lines and use the Town Square Santa Fly By Reservation system. Text "SANTA" to 708-323-2689 or use the link online at mytownsquarelasvegas.com to save your place in line. There will be no Santa Fly By on Dec. 24.

Claus & Paws Pet Photos: The events are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, Nov. 18 through Dec. 23, at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Town Square shoppers are invited to bring their four-legged friends to Santa's house to pose for holiday photos and enjoy treats every Wednesday. The center requests guests limit their pet photos to dogs and cats only. Reservations are required. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

Holiday Nights & Lights Community Concerts: The events are scheduled at 6 p.m. Thursdays, Nov. 19 through Dec. 17, at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Every Thursday night before the Snow in the Square show, local elementary through high school students are set to take center stage to entertain crowds with exciting performances ranging from school choirs to holiday musicals. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

Santa Claus arrives: Santa is set to arrive at 7 p.m. Nov. 20 at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, as part of the Downtown Summerlin Holiday Parade. He will be available throughout the holiday season for photos in Downtown Summerlin's Winter Wonderland, located near the Pavilion. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

Downtown Summerlin Holiday Parade: The 20-minute parade with eight floats, music and characters such as penguins and reindeer is scheduled for Nov. 20-21, 27-28, Dec. 4-5 and nightly Dec. 11-24. The parade starts at 7 p.m. each evening, except for Dec. 24, when it will start at 6 p.m. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

Rock Rink: The Rock Rink, the public skating rink at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, is set to be open daily starting Nov. 20 near the Pavilion on the northwest side of the property at Rosemary Park Drive and Summa Drive. Skaters of all ages can join in the fun through January. A detailed schedule and prices can be found at downtownsummerlin.com.

Holiday Bazaar: The event is is planned from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov 22 at Temple Sinai, 9001 Hillpointe Road. Admission is free, and food trucks and a raffle are planned. Email tsholidaybazaar@gmail.com.

Ward 6 Cowboy Christmas and Car Show: The event is set from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 5 at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. The free event is set to include a classic car show, hay rides, a petting zoo, a jump house, local entertainment, choirs, a holiday elf contest and a visit from Santa. Food, toys and clothing donations are requested for local charities. Call 702-229-8100.

Menorah lighting: To celebrate Chanukah, Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, plans to host the lighting starting at sundown Dec. 6. For eight nights, the Jewish Community Center will light the candles, in addition to different events and entertainment for all each night. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

PLAN AHEAD

The Mayors Prayer Breakfast: The event is set from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Nov. 19 at the Dallas Ballroom inside Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Hosted by the United Way of Southern Nevada, the event invites guests for breakfast and the opportunity to mentor future leaders of the community. Tickets cost $55. Call 702-892-2300 or visit uwsn.org.

Skate event to fight cancer: The Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation is partnering with the Fiesta Rancho SoBe Ice Arena with a peer-to-peer fundraising event, Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 19 at the arena, 2400 N. Rancho Drive. Olympic Gold medalist, cancer survivor and foundation founder Scott Hamilton is set to be at the event. Admission is $10 and includes skate rentals; $5 from each ticket sold will be donated to the organization. Prizes will be awarded to participants who raise funds at certain levels. Register at support.scottcares.org/sobeicearena_lasvegas.

Centennial Hills Soap Crafters: The workshop is slated from 6 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 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.

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. Nov. 20 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. The cost is $5. Luxury booths are available for $100 and banquettes for $50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

Teen Book Chats: The book club is planned from 4 to 5 p.m. Nov. 20 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.

Legends of Motown: The concert is set for 8 p.m. Nov. 20 and 21 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is $15 at the door. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Nick Colionne and Maysa: The concert is set for 8 p.m. Nov. 21 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $27.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

Yu Gi Oh: The game is planned from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 21 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.

Holiday Bake Sale: The sale is planned from 8 a.m. to noon Nov. 21 at the Los Prados Country Club, 5150 Los Prados Circle. Cakes, pies, breads, cookies, candy, raffles, gift baskets and other items are planned. The event benefits the group's charity club. Email Irene Kralick at jikralick@cox.net.

All Star Friday Nights with Tresure: As part of All Star Friday Nights, Tresure is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Nov. 27 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. The cost is $5. Luxury booths are available for $100 and banquettes for $50. Call 702-600-1625 or visit aliantegaming.com.

Craft Fair: The fair is planned from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Los Prados Country Club, 5150 Los Prados Circle. Jewelry, wreaths, paintings, scarves, woodworking, holiday decorations and other handmade crafts are planned. The event benefits the group's charity club. Email Joanne Szewczyk at jjohnnyski@aol.com.

Reckless in Vegas: The concert is set for 9 p.m. Nov. 28 and Dec. 19 inside the Chrome Showroom at Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is free. Visit santafestation.sclv.com or call 702-658-4900.

Brett Rigby: The concert is set from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays Dec. 2-19 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is free. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Brett Rigby/Toto Zara: The concert is set from 7 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays Dec. 2-19 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is free. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Sun City Summerlin Musicmakers Holiday Concert: The show, directed by Dennis Gazso and featuring pianist Eddie Fluellen, is scheduled for 7 p.m. Dec. 5 and 2 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Reserved seating only. Tickets are $10 at all Sun City Summerlin Community Monitor Stations (cash/checks only) or online at scscai.com (accepts debit and credit cards). Call 702-384-4222.

Free fiction writing workshop by Maxwell Alexander Drake: The workshop is scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7 inside the meeting room at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-6107.

Live Auction of Quilted Crafts 2015: The event is slated from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Durango Hills Community Center YMCA, 3521 N. Durango Drive. The auction is set to feature quilted crafts, quilt kits, fabric, books and more.

Christmas with the Celts: The holiday concert is set for 8 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $27.50. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

United Blood Services Blood Drive: The blood drive is slated from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702- 233-9620. Walk-ins are welcome.

Luggnutt: The concert is set from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays Dec. 23-Jan. 2 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is free. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Luggnutt/Clifton James: The concert is set from 7 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays Dec. 23-Jan. 2 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is free. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

Luggnutt featuring Avana: The concert is set from 7 to 10:30 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Cannery, 2121 E. Craig Road. Admission is free. Visit cannerycasino.com/entertainment.

NYE 2016 Elan Trotman with Four80 East: The New Year's Eve concert is set for 9 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Aliante, 7300 Aliante Parkway. Tickets start at $57.50 and include party favors, live countdown to the New Year and a champagne toast at midnight. VIP options are available. Doors open at 8 p.m. Visit aliantegaming.com or call 702-600-1625.

Couponing 101: The workshop is planned from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 23 at the Centennial Hills Library, 6711 N. Buffalo Drive. Learn where to find the best coupons and deals on a local, regional and national level, how to organize shopping excursions and demonstrate and discuss the phenomenon of "extreme" couponing techniques that can be incorporated into a regular shopping routine. Call 702-507-6107.