Southwest-area Community Events Calendar Dec. 10-16, 2015

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1. North Pole Holiday Craft Fair: White Horse Youth Ranch, also known as WHY Ranch, plans a family craft fair with free entrance from noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 12 at 8390 W. Windmill Lane. Visitors can make crafts for $1 to $5 or purchase pre-made gifts. Horse rides, Christmas caroling and a bake sale are planned, and Santa is set to drop by for photos at 1 p.m. A tree lighting is scheduled at 4 p.m. Visit whyranch.org or call 702-644-9177.

2. "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown": Students are set to present the musical Dec. 10-12 at Desert Oasis High School, 6600 W. Erie Ave. Show times are 6 p.m. Dec. 10 and 11 and 7 p.m. Dec. 12. Opening night admission is $5 or free with a blanket to be donated to the Linus Project. Tickets for Dec. 10-12 are $7. A fundraising dinner is scheduled to proceed the show at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 12. Tickets for the dinner are $15. Dinner and performance tickets combined are $20. Visit tinyurl.com/docharliebrown.

3. You Drink, You Drive, You Lose: A youth driver safety education event featuring speakers, a drunken goggles experience, and a rollover simulation is scheduled at 10 a.m. Dec. 11 in front of the University Medical Center trauma center, 1800 W. Charleston Blvd.

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"Love, Sex, and the IRS": The comedy in three acts by William Van Zandt and Jane Milmore, described as a cross between "Some Like it Hot" and "I Love Lucy," is scheduled to be presented at 8 p.m. Dec. 10, 11, 12, 17, 18 and 19 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 12, 13 and 20 on the mainstage at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $24 for adults and $21 or seniors and students. Visit lvlt.org.

CINCH Boyd Gaming Chute-Out: Some of rodeo's biggest names are expected to compete in the inaugural event scheduled to include bareback riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, barrel racing, bull riding and more from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 10-12 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $20. Visit boydchuteout.com.

Lego Club: Children 6 to 11 are invited to create with Lego bricks from 4 to 5 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

"A Year With Frog and Toad": The Rainbow Company Youth Theatre is set to perform the musical based on the children's book at 7 p.m. Dec. 11 and 12 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 12 and 13 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Tickets are $5. Visit artslasvegas.org.

"Through My Lens": Artist David R. Murphy's color and black & white photos featuring scenes from his travels and his family's ranch in southwestern Colorado are set to be on display Dec. 15-Feb. 16 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Charlie Daniels Band: The award-winning country musician Charlie Daniels is set to perform at 7 p.m. Dec. 11 and 12 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $29.95. Visit orleanscasino.com.

So You Think You Can Dance: The dance show tour is expected to stop in Las Vegas at 8 p.m. Dec. 11 at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $33. Visit palms.com.

Christmas luncheon and fashion show: The Las Vegas Chapter of The Links Incorporated is set to present its eighth annual White Christmas Jazz Luncheon and Fashion Extravaganza from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Gold Coast, 4000 W. Flamingo Road. This annual event is a fundraiser to provide college scholarships and to support community service programs. This year's fashion show is set to feature jazz guitarist Calvin Brooks and is coordinated by Crystal Ball highlighting local and regional independent fashion designers Kyahana Refined by Kyler Baltimore, Jo David by JD Noble, Vintage Couture by Jon Gheri Couturier, Vegas Couture by Wanda Potter-Merritt, So Crystal Designs by Crystal Ball, Just Wright Designs by Glenn Wright, Tuxedo Junction, Sylvia Taylor, Ms. Nevada United States, and Furs by Zlata's LV Fashion 4 Change. Tickets are $75 per person. Visit linksinc.org.

Puscifer: The band is set to perform at 8 p.m. Dec. 12 at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $43. Visit palms.com.

Music Club: Adult music lovers are invited to meet and discuss a particular record, performer or subgenre from 4 to 5 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Gary Leffew's Legendary Buck'n Ball: The free rodeo party featuring live country music, two-step dancing and drink specials is scheduled to feature musicians such as Rowdy McCarran, Scotty Alexander, Siana King, Sam Riddle, Desert Outlaws and Voodoo Cowboys at 2 and 9:30 p.m. through Dec. 12 at the Bourbon Street Cabaret in The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Admission is free. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Ornamental Art: Instructor Jaqueline Eihausen is set to lead students in a class creating decorative sculptural objects from 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. The fee for the two-day class is $26. Visit artslasvegas.org/classes/register.htm or call 702-229-6383.

National Finals Tonight: The event is set to feature men and women of the National Finals Rodeo with commentary, music and comedy at 10:30 p.m. through Dec. 12 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Admission is free. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Gaudin car show: The fourth annual Holiday Car Show is planned from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 12 at Gaudin Ford, 6625 Roy Horn Way. The event benefits Toys for Tots. Car show exhibitors receive free admission with the donation of a new toy. All spectators receive courtesy admission. Planned events included a barbecued lunch from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., small bites from Town Square Las Vegas eatery Killer Shrimp, children's ornament making tent, and a poker walk for adults 21 and older. Tickets for the 50/50 raffle can be purchased for $1 each or six for $5.

LV Craft Show: The show is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 13 in the Veil Pavilion at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Admission is free. Visit silvertoncasino.com.

Las Vegas Classical Guitar Ensemble: A free seasonal concert is scheduled from 2 to 3 p.m. Dec. 13 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Monday Movies: A free screening of "Inside Out" is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 14 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Holiday Craft Buffet: Children are invited to create crafts to take home or give as a gift from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 15, 16, 17 and 19 and from 4 to 5 p.m. Dec. 13, 16, 18 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Teens are invited to craft from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Dec. 17. Craft buffets are also planned at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., for preschoolers from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Dec. 14, for children 2 or younger from 10:30 to 11:15 Dec. 15, for children 6 to 11 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. Dec. 15, for children 11 or younger from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Dec. 16, for children 1 to 3 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Dec. 17, and for children 3 to 5 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Dec. 18. Visit lvccld.org.

Jedi Training Academy: Children 6 to 11 can participate in "Star Wars"-themed crafts and activities from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Costumes are welcome, and space is limited. Tickets will be handed out at 4 p.m. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-6041.

Holiday chorale: Nevada choir Battle Born Chorale is set to present its "Our First Noel — A Festive Tour of Ireland and Beyond" at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at Good Samaritan Lutheran Church, 8425 W. Windmill Lane. Tickets are $10. Visit battlebornchorale.com.

Senior Center Events: Classes, events, field trips and informal gatherings are ongoing at the West Flamingo Senior Center. Seniors 50 or older are invited for a tea and potluck event from 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 17 at the 6255 W. Flamingo Road facility. Admission is $5 plus a side dish to share. The center will provide the meat and tea. For a full schedule, visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7742.

Sustainability Gulch Puppet Show: A wacky Wild West puppet adventure is scheduled at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. weekends through December in the Big Springs Theater at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The show is included with paid admission. For an extra $5, guests can meet, sing and dance with and take pictures with the puppets at a Puppet Party Hoedown scheduled for noon and 2 p.m. Visit springspreserve.org.

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. Get them at artslasvegas.org.

Class registration: Registration is open for six-week class sessions set to run Jan. 20 through Feb. 27 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Classes for all ages in visual arts, dance and music are planned. Visit artslasvegas.org/classes/chac.htm.

Rainbow Company: Registration is open for drama classes for ages 12 to 17 set to begin Jan. 13 and classes for ages 4 to 12 set to begin Jan. 16 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Advanced classes for ages 12 to 17 are set to begin Jan. 19. Course fees for the seven-week sessions are $49 for one-hour classes for children 4 to 9, and $70 for two-hour classes for youths 10 to 17. Visit artslasvegas.org/classes/rcyt.htm or call 702-229-6553.

Spring Mountain docent classes: The Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Docent Organization is seeking volunteers. New classes are set to begin Jan. 9. Call Carlos Luzzi at 702-355-9341 or email carlo6180@yahoo.com.

Old-Time Ranch Christmas: Celebrate the holidays with pinecone crafts for kids, ornament making, s'mores, hot cocoa, a live band playing holiday music, a fire in the fireplace and a visit from Santa from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 19 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, on state Route 159 about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Participation is free with park admission, which is $7 for Nevada residents or $65 for an annual pass. Visit parks.nv.gov.

Train Rides to Santa's Cottage: Train rides to Santa's cottage with holiday stories and candy canes are set to be offered at 11 a.m, noon, 1, 2 and 3 p.m. daily Dec. 20-24 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Tickets are $4 for members and $6 for non-members. Visit springspreserve.org.

"Faded Glory": Art by Rafael Blanco is set to be on display through Jan. 9 inside the gallery at the Charleston Heights Art Center, 800 S. Brush St. An artists' talk and reception is slated from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 7. Visit artslasvegas.org.

"Hot, Dry and Inked": An exhibit of Las Vegas tattoo art and objects is scheduled to be on display through Jan. 10 in the gallery in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit springspreserve.org.

Odyssey's Shipwreck! Pirates & Treasure: Find out what it's like to be a shipwreck explorer, the captain of a sinking ship or a pirate on the run in the visiting interactive exhibit scheduled to be on display through Jan. 31 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit springspreserve.org.

"Egypt — Photographs of Everyday Life":The Armand Thomas exhibit is set to be on display through Feb. 9 in the gallery of the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

"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.

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WinterFest: The city of Henderson event is planned from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dec. 10, 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 11 and noon to 8 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. Visits from Santa, entertainment, family activities and a tree lighting are scheduled at the event. A WinterFest Evening Light Parade is slated at 5 p.m. Dec. 12, featuring floats with the theme of Christmas stories. Cash prizes are set to be awarded for the top three entries, with ballots tallied and awards presented at 7:30 p.m. following the parade. Visit cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-2171.

Heritage Holidays: The Clark County Museum, 1830 S. Boulder Highway, is planning its free fifth annual Heritage Holidays event from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 11 and 12. The event allows the public to visit Heritage Street at night to see the museum's houses lit up for the holidays and includes music and carolers from Green Valley High School's Madrigals choir, a craft tent, a scale model railroad display, Santa and his elves and hot cocoa. Museum Guild members often dress up in period attire to greet visitors. Exhibits at the 30-acre museum chronicle Southern Nevada's history from prehistoric to modern times. The houses and buildings on Heritage Street are open for self-guided tours and will be through Jan. 9. It is closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Daily admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children. Museum hours are from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 702-455-7955.

Destination North Pole: The annual winter holiday ice show is scheduled at 6 p.m. Dec. 12 and 1:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Fiesta Rancho SoBe Ice Arena, 2400 N. Rancho Drive. The show is set to feature local figure skaters of all ages performing to holiday music. General admission is $10, and VIP admission is $15 and includes prime seating. A $2 discount is offered on all tickets in exchange for a donation of at least three canned goods per ticket. Tickets are set to be available at the SoBe Ice Arena Box Office beginning Dec. 1. Visit fiestarancho.sclv.com.

Jingle Bell Run/Walk: The event benefiting the Arthritis Foundation is set from 8 a.m. to noon Dec. 12 at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd. Wear a holiday-themed costume and run or walk a 5- or 10-kilometer route with team members. A 1-mile option and a children's fun run also are planned. The cost is $60 for the 10K, $45 for the 5K, $20 for booster or 1-mile walk, $10 for children ages 9 to 16 and $5 for children 8 or younger. Register at tivolivillagelv.com.

"December to Remember": The free family holiday celebration is scheduled from 2 to 6 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Neon Museum, 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The event is set to include ornament-making in the Boneyard Park, followed by hot chocolate and caroling by the Las Vegas Academy choir in the festively illuminated Neon Museum Boneyard from 5 to 6 p.m. Families can also snap holiday photos with Santa in the Neon Museum's North Gallery. Visit neonmuseum.org or call 702-387-6366.

"The Nutcracker": Performances of the show produced by the Nevada Ballet Theatre are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12, 18 and 19; 1 and 5:30 p.m. Dec. 13 and 20; and 2 p.m. Dec. 19 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $29 to $179. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

"Light Up the Night with Liberace": The event is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Thriller Villa, 2710 Palomino Lane. The Las Vegas Philharmonic Guild is set to host the special fundraising event in conjunction with the Liberace Foundation for the Performing and Creative Arts. The event is set to feature a mix of entertainment, food and beverage, silent auction, holiday boutique and tour of the Liberace Museum collection on display. Attendees are encouraged to shine up their sequins and party Liberace-style for this glamorous holiday affair. Tickets are $85 per person, and no tickets will be sold at the door. Contact Myra Gouger at guildtreasurer@lvphil.com or 702-858-9311.

Arts Revolution Presents Molodi: The event is part of a weekly Sunday fundraiser and concert series to benefit arts programs in Las Vegas schools and is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Hard Rock Hotel, 4455, Paradise Road. Tickets are $10. Visit tinyurl.com/ncyuf35.

Mondays Dark: The event featuring an all-star lineup and marking the second anniversary of the monthly fundraising event is scheduled at 8 p.m. Dec. 14 at the Hard Rock Hotel, 4455 Paradise Road. The 2015 featured charities are The Center, Blind Center of Nevada, Dress for Success Southern Nevada, Olive Crest, Keep Memory Alive, ORION Cancer Foundation, United Way of Southern Nevada, Three Square food bank, Las Vegas Labrador Rescue, Project 150 and HomeAid Southern Nevada. Tickets are $20 for reserved seating and $50 for VIP reserved seating (VIP includes entry to an after-party at Vinyl). Visit mondaysdark.com or call 702-485-1262.

"Centered" presentation: Local artists selected for the county's "Centered," a public art project to create works in 10 Clark County street medians, are set to present their design concepts during a community meeting from 1 to 5 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7340.

Rogue Toys' 12 Days of Christmas: The local toy store's two Las Vegas Valley locations — 616 Las Vegas Blvd. South and 2115 S. Rainbow Blvd. — plan to host the 12 Days of Christmas valleywide scavenger hunt through Dec. 12. The hunt is full of freebies and encourages residents to shop local, joining up with Maximum Comics, Wii Play Games, Celestial Comics, Cash for Chaos, Alternate Reality Comics and Johns Grand Slam Collectibles. The shops will offer clues for finding items hidden in the store by Rogue Toys' co-owner Steve Johnston, who is organizing the event for the second time. Shops will donate toys to Toys for Tots, and Rogue Toys will be accepting donations for charity from customers throughout the scavenger hunt. Clues will be posted daily on Rogue Toys' feeds on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. A grand prize pack valued at more than $2,000 will be given away, and grand prize finalists will be invited to a special party on Dec. 19. Visit roguetoys.com/pages/the-12-days-of-christmas.

Wright Family Bronc Riders: The event including nightly meet-and-greet signings with rodeo stars and viewing parties to commemorate the National Finals Rodeo is scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 10-12 at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, 200 S. Third St. Visit dlvec.showare.com or call 702-388-2100.

Annual Holiday Synchronized Swimming Show: The event is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-6309.

Living History Band "Count Basie Style": The event is scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 12 at Ron DeCar's Event Center, 1201 Las Vegas Blvd South. The band is under the direction of Grammy Award winner Gary Anderson and features vocalist Ronnie Rose with his "A Salute to Billy Strayhorn, Duke Ellington and Woody Herman." Tickets are $15 to $22. Visit rondecarseventcenter.com or call 702-384-0771.

Scholastic Book Sale: New Scholastic children's books are set to be sold at half price from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 10-12 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. A portion of the proceeds is to help support Henderson Libraries' summer reading program. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

Grant workshop: The free Nevada Arts Council event is slated from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. The council's grants management team is set to share information about financial and programming support for artists, arts educators, arts administrators and the general public. A portion of the event will allow attendees to meet one-on-one with team members. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

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. Dec. 12 at Nicholas E. Flores Jr. Park at 4133 Allen Lane at San Miguel Avenue. Visit nevadastormtrack.org or call 702-325-6846.

"Grounded": Performances are scheduled at 8 p.m. Dec. 10-13 and 2 p.m. Dec. 13 at Art Square Theatre, 1025 S. First St. George Brant’s' one-woman play tells the story of a nameless soldier who finds herself unexpectedly pregnant, leading her to be reassigned to operating a remote-piloted aircraft (drone) from Creech AFB, outside of Las Vegas. Tickets are $16 to $20. Visit cockroachtheatre.com.

Theatre in the Valley: The troupe plans to perform "KNOL Noel Radio" at 8 p.m. Dec. 11 and 18 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 12, 13, 19 and 20 at its Playhouse, 10 W. Pacific Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and $10 for children ages 4-14. Call 702-558-7275, email tivrsvp@gmail.com or visit theatreinthevalley.org.

"Elf U — A Crash Course in Christmas": Performances are scheduled at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Dec. 12 and 19 at The Onyx Theatre, 953-16B E. Sahara Ave. The original show, recommended for ages 5 or older, puts the entire audience in the first day of elf training as experts Mrs. Claus and Mary Christmas guide them and the audience in everything about the holiday season. Tickets are $10. Visit onyxtheatre.com or call 702-732-7225.

Casa de Shenandoah: Tours of the Wayne Newton estate at 3310 E. Sunset Road are discounted up to 50 percent for Nevada residents during the holiday season. Guests that purchase a Gold Tour package will receive 50 percent off their second ticket as well as complimentary admission for children 12 or younger through Jan. 7. The visitor center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with scheduled tours beginning at 9 a.m. and the last tour departing at 2 p.m., Monday through Saturday. It is closed on Christmas Day. Visit casadeshenandoah.com or call 702-776-7491.

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

Lake Las Vegas holiday events: Lake Las Vegas and the MonteLago Village Association plan to offer holiday events Dec. 12 and 19. Children can board the La Contessa yacht at the Lake Las Vegas Marina, 10 Costa Di Lago, for a one-hour Santa Claus cruise at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Dec. 12 and 19. Participants will sail around the 320-acre lake, make a holiday craft and take photos with Santa that will be available for purchase. The cruise costs $12 for children 12 or younger and $18 for adults. Proceeds are slated to benefit children's charities. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Also, Santa visits in the gazebo at MonteLago Village are planned free from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; free Christmas Express Train Rides through the village are slated from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and strolling carolers are scheduled to perform holiday songs from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. through the village. Visit lakelasvegasevents.com.

Holidays at the Orchard: The holiday event is slated Dec. 14-23 at the Gilcrease Orchard, 7800 North Tenaya Way. The event is set to feature hayrides, holiday lights, Santa and Mrs. Claus, doughnuts, hot chocolate and more. Specific details are set to be posted once it's closer to the holidays. Visit thegilcreaseorchard.org.

Pet Nights With Santa: Cats and dogs are invited to get a photo with Santa from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 14 at the Meadows Mall, 4300 Meadows Lane. Visit meadowsmall.com.

Menorah lighting at Downtown Summerlin: To celebrate Hanukkah, Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, plans to host the lighting starting at sundown through Dec. 13. 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.

Menorah Lighting at Tivoli Village: A menorah lighting is scheduled for sundown Dec. 10-13 to celebrate Hanukkah at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd. Visit tivolivillagelv.com or call 702-570-7400.

Magical Forest: Enjoy a holiday walkthrough, carousel and train rides, miniature golf, faux snow tubing and live entertainment from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 5:30 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Jan. 3 at Opportunity Village, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd. Admission is $11.99 for adults and $9.99 for children. A passport that includes unlimited rides is $21.99 for adults and $18.99 for children. Additionally, the forest is set to host Feliz Navidad Day Dec. 25; the New Year's Eve countdown Dec. 31; and the Day of the Dead festival Jan. 3. Visit magicalforest.org.

Santa's Wonderland: Families are invited to visit with Santa, get a free photo, make crafts and participate in activities through Dec. 24 at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Special features include holiday video option and a Bass Pass that allows Santa visitors to schedule a time and shop while they wait versus standing in line. For a full schedule, visit basspro.com/santa or call 702-730-5200.

Holiday light show: The Light Up the Night display at center court inside the Galleria at Sunset mall, 1300 W. Sunset Road, can be seen every hour on the hour through Dec. 24 from 5 p.m. until closing. The show features 54,000 lights on a 40-foot Christmas tree. The mall is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Visit galleriaatsunset.com.

Holiday Cactus Garden: Residents can visit the Holiday Cactus Garden at Ethel M Chocolates, 2 Cactus Garden Drive, from 5 to 10 p.m. daily through Jan. 1 to see the more than 500,000 colorful lights. More than 70 percent of the lights this year will be LED, the business said. Visit ethelm.com.

Pictures with Santa & Train Rides: Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd., plans to offer pictures with Santa and train rides from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 11 and 18; 9 to 4 p.m. Dec. 12 and 19; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 20; and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily Dec. 21-24. Photos start at $10. Pet pictures with Santa are scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 9 and 16. Visit tivolivillagelv.com or call 702-570-7400.

Mystic Falls Park Winter Wonderland: The holiday-themed light, music and animatronics show is scheduled on the hour from 5 to 10 p.m. through Jan. 1. at Sam's Town, 5111 Boulder Highway. Cowboy Santa returns to Mystic Falls Park to greet visitors through Dec. 23 and will be available from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and noon to 8:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Visit samstownlv.com or call 702-636-7075.

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 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.

The Ice Rink at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas: The seasonal venue is scheduled to be open from 3 p.m. to midnight Monday through Friday and noon to midnight Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 18 and noon to midnight daily, Dec. 19-Jan. 3, at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, 3708 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Snow showers are scheduled every half hour from 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, and amenities include holiday movie screenings, festive culinary offerings, including curated cocktails and roasted s'mores over a fire pit. Admission is free. All-day skating access is $15 or $10 for Nevada residents. Skates can be rented for $5, and skating aids can be rented for $10. Visit cosmopolitanlasvegas.com or call 702-698-7000.

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 through Dec. 23 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

Holiday Nights & Lights Community Concerts: The events are scheduled at 6 p.m. Thursdays 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 performances ranging from school choirs to holiday musicals. 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 through 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 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.

Downtown Summerlin Holiday Parade: The 20-minute parade with eight floats, music and characters such as penguins and reindeer is scheduled 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 through Jan. 18 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.

Rudolph's Tree Farm: The tree farm is set to offer a selection of Douglas, Noble, Frazier and Grand fir trees in the Winter Wonderland on The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive, through Dec. 24 during center hours. Free home delivery service is available throughout the valley. Pick-up service will be available after Christmas Day for an additional fee. Visit downtownsummerlin.com.

PLAN AHEAD

Walk with a UMC Doc events scheduled: Free Walk with a UMC Doc events are planned at 9:30 a.m. the third Thursday of the month at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The next topic is Coping with Holiday Stress on Dec. 17. Visit umcsn.com.

Jukebox Heroes: The group is set to perform at 9 p.m. Dec. 17-19 in the Bourbon Street Cabaret at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Admission is free. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Family Night at the Museum: Families are invited to enjoy a pizza dinner and snacks and watch "A Christmas Story" on the big screen and take part in activities from 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 18 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Admission is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Reservations are required. Visit springspreserve.org.

Santa Baby Holiday Show: The Bevery Belles, a group reminiscent of The Andrews Sisters, is set to perform holiday classics complete with choreography at 7 p.m. Dec. 19 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Visit artslasvegas.org or thebeverlybelles.com.

Ronnie Spector's Best Christmas Party Ever: Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Ronnie Spector is set to perform at 8 p.m. Dec. 19 and 20 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $29.95. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Continental Tire Las Vegas Classic: The invitational basketball tournament featuring teams from the University of Colorado, Southern Methodist University, Pennsylvania State University, Kent State University, Canisius College, the University of Louisiana at Monroe, Nicholls State University and Hampton University is scheduled for Dec. 22 and 23 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Two-day packages start at $50. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.

New Year's Spectacular: Actor and comedian Mike Epps is set to host the 2016 New Year's Spectacular featuring entertainment by R&B band Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, '90s group After 7 and Grammy-nominated trio SWV (Sisters With Voices) at 8 p.m. Jan. 2 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets are $34. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.

Las Vegas Wind Quintet: Clarinetist Dave Hawley is set to be joined by Julie Ivy on flute, Doug Beasley on horn, Molly Murphy on oboe and Dorothy Rumsey on bassoon in a free concert scheduled for 2 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Visit artslasvegas.org.

Acting Out: Super Summer Theatre Studios is set to offer a six-week Youth Musical Theatre Ensemble class for students 11 to 15 from 9 a.m. to noon Saturdays Jan. 9-Feb. 13 at 4340 S. Valley View Blvd., Suite 204. The courses, led by Rhonda Carlson and Kevan Patiquin, are set to culminate with a performance. Auditions are by appointment. Email rhonda.carlson28@yahoo.com to schedule. The session fee is $240. Visit supersummertheatre.org/acting-out.

Shana Tucker in Concert: Singer, songwriter and cellist Shana Tucker is set to perform at 2 p.m. Jan. 16 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Visit artslasvegas.org.

Styx: The band is set to perform at 8 p.m. Jan. 16 at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $43. Visit palms.com.

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 lights bites. Visit nsamusic.org or call 702-384-2787.

Mardi Gras Celebration: The Mudbugs, a Cajun Zydeco band, plans to bring original songs and a mix of French, English and Cajun classics to town at 7 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Dancing along is welcome, and expect a few contemporary pop hits Cajunified. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-6383.

Stellar Gospel Music Awards: An award show recognizing the accomplishments of gospel music icons is scheduled at 6 p.m. Feb. 20 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $50. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.

Joe Satriani: The singer/songwriter is set to perform at 8 p.m. March 4 at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $43. Visit palms.com.

Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage: A live symphony orchestra backed up by projected film and television footage is set to bring 50 years of "Star Trek" music to the stage for the first time at 7 p.m. April 4 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets are on sale now for $50. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.

Il Divo: The classical crossover group is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 18, 2016, at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $74 and are on sale now. Visit palms.com.

ONGOING

Las Vegas 13 Club: Named for the 10-13 call for an officer who needs assistance, the 13 Club meets the last Thursday of most months (except November, when they meet the third Thursday) at 7 p.m. at O'Aces Sports Bar, 4955 S. Decatur Blvd. The club is made up primarily of retired New York Police Department officers and other law enforcement officers. No meeting is planned for December. Visit lvten13.com or contact club president Peter Trimboli at 702-349-5313 or trimbil.peter@yahoo.com.

Bluegrass jam sessions: The events are planned at 11:30 p.m. Saturdays on the patio at McMullan's Irish Pub, 4650 W. Tropicana Ave., Suite 110. Call 702-247-7000.

Birds of the Air Food Pantry: The pantry, operating out of Epic Church, 8755 W. Warm Springs Road, is set to provide free groceries to those in need from 10 a.m. to noon the second Saturday of the month. ZIP codes served are 89113, 89118, 89139, 89141, 89148, 89178, and 89179. Email birdsoftheair@epiclv.org.

A Home 4 Spot: Pet adoption events are scheduled from 11 am. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Petco, 10000 W. Sahara Blvd., from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. the third Saturday of most months at Woof Gang Pet Bakery, 7080 N. Durango Drive, Suite 140, and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. the second and fourth Saturday of most months at The Wagging Tail Pet Store, 10170 W. Tropicana Ave., Suite 157. Visit ahome4spot.com.

Buddhism 101: The free event is planned at 10 a.m. Saturdays and 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the SGI-Las Vegas Buddhist Center, 2725 W. Charleston Blvd. Participants can learn about Nichiren Buddhism, karma, the Lotus Sutra and how to chant to transform their lives and become happy. Visit sgi-usa-lasvegas.org or call 702-258-6489.

Pau Hana Social: The Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club conducts a monthly social gathering at the Aloha Kitchen & Bar, 2605 S. Decatur Blvd., No. 110. Potential new members are invited to attend. Visit lasvegashcc.org.

Las Vegas 13 CLUB: Named for the 10-13 call for an officer who needs assistance, the 13 Club meets the last Thursday of most months (except November, when they meet the third Thursday) at 7 p.m. at O'Aces Sports Bar, 4955 S. Decatur Blvd. The club is made up primarily of retired New York Police Department officers and other law enforcement officers. Visit lvten13.com.

Film Screenings and Live Performances: The Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St., offers events most Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. A Typical Saturday Night, an evening of burlesque and comedy, is scheduled at 10 p.m. every third Saturday. Live shadowcast performances of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" are scheduled at 10 p.m. the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. For a full schedule of upcoming showings, visit thescificenter.com.

Toddler Fun: Staff from Family to Family Connection plan to demonstrate activities for toddlers and parents at 11:30 a.m. the first and third Mondays of the month at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Fish Feeding: Watch staff members feed the fish in the faux stream at 4 p.m. Fridays at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Visit basspro.com.

Birds of the Air Food Pantry: Operating out of Epic Church, 8755 W. Warm Springs Road, the pantry is set to provide free groceries to those in need from 10 a.m. to noon on the second Saturday of the month. The church serves ZIP codes 89113, 89118, 89139, 89141, 89148, 89178 and 89179. Call 702-838-6213.

Las Vegas Crafters Guild: The group meets monthly at 7 p.m. on the fourth Thursday at Michaels, 7195 Arroyo Crossing Parkway. Visit lasvegascraftersguild.com or call 702-260-0932.

Live Music: Music is offered from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays featuring Marty Mancuso and from noon to 3 p.m. Sundays featuring Mark and Dom at Elements Kitchen & Martini Bar, 4950 S. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 100. Call 702-750-2991 or visit elementskitchenandmartinibar.com.

Square Dancing Classes: The Stardusters Square & Round Dancers meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays for $5 at the Meadows Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 2900 S. Valley View Blvd. Call 702-348-4906.

Ethnic Express International Folk Dancing: The Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., has scheduled dancing for participants 8 or older from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Wednesdays. The cost is $4 per person. Learn international dance styles, including Arabic, Armenian, Bulgarian, Chinese, Greek, Israeli, Macedonian, Russian, Serbian and Turkish folk dances. Call 702-732-4871 or visit ethnicexpresslasvegas.org.

Free Fly Fishing Workshops: Workshops led by Bill Teresco are set to be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. for beginners and from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. for advanced students Thursdays at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Visit basspro.com or call 702-730-5200.

Scottish Country Dancing: The Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., is set to host dancing for participants 13 or older from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Fridays. The cost is $5 per person. Call 702-229-6383 or visit artslasvegas.org.

Free Zumba Classes: Licensed instructor Jean Smith teaches dance fitness to Latin rhythms, appropriate for all ages and fitness levels, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Call 702-507-6030 or visit lvccld.org. This class is also offered at 6 p.m. Fridays at Body Focus Fitness, 7380 S. Eastern Ave. Call 702-228-4967.

Open Mic: Events are planned from 8 p.m. to midnight Thursdays at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Call 702-365-7111 or visit orleanscasino.com.

Live Local Bands: Bands play at 9 p.m. Saturdays at Money Plays, 4755 W. Flamingo Road, and an open mic night is scheduled at 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays. Visit moneyplayslv.com.

Karaoke: Music is scheduled from 8 p.m. to midnight Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Jack's Irish Pub at Palace Station, 2411 W. Sahara Ave. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit palacestation.sclv.com.

John Windsor: The singer is scheduled to perform from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Saturdays and 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sundays at McMullan's Irish Pub, 4650 W. Tropicana Ave. He also is scheduled at 8:45 p.m. Mondays at Ri Ra Irish Pub in Mandalay Place, 3930 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit john-windsor.com.

Jerry Tiffe: The musician is scheduled to perform from 4 to 7 p.m. Fridays at Arizona Charlie's Decatur, 740 S. Decatur Blvd. Visit arizonacharliesdecatur.com.

The Peter Love Trio: The group is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays at Jack's Irish Pub at Palace Station, 2411 W. Sahara Ave. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit palacestation.sclv.com.