Southwest-area Community Events Calendar Oct. 15-21, 2015
THE WEEK'S BEST BETS
1. Family, Fur & Fun Festival: Canines and owners can enjoy booths, fly ball demonstrations, hands-on activities, pet costume contests and more at the annual festival scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 17 in Exploration Peak Park, 9600 S. Buffalo Drive. Admission is free. The costume contest is $3 per category. Visit familyfurandfun.com or call 702-595-0644.
2. Haunted Harvest: A haunted maze, trick-or-treating stations, carnival games, live entertainment and more are in store for visitors to the attraction scheduled from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 16-18, 23-25 and 30-31 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Admission is $6 or $3 for members. Haunted train rides are an additional $3 for members and $5 for others. Visit springsperserve.org.
3. One Drop for Water: Pay tribute to women and children who spend hours a day collecting water with a walk from The Smith Center for the Performing Arts to the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., where family-friendly music, entertainment, food and carnival games are set to be waiting. Registration starts at 8 a.m. Oct. 17 at The Smith Center, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Registration is $20 to $25. Visit springspreserve.org.
4. Halloween Spooktacular: Fall-friendly activities including pumpkin carving contests for kids and adults, bobbing for apples and hay rides are scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 17 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159. The park is about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Halloween costumes are encouraged. Admission is $7 per vehicle for Nevada residents. Visit parks.nv.gov/parks/spring-mountain-ranch-state-park.
IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Boys Nite Out: Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada is set to host its 44th annual Boys Nite Out event on from 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 15 at Lied Memorial Boys & Girls Club, 2850 Lindell Road. Entering its 44th year, Boys Nite Out presented by Capital One and Credit One, will match up several hundred boys from Boys & Girls Clubs with men from the Las Vegas community, and together, the teams will play a variety of games, enjoy a meal, meet special guests and win prizes. The evening will kick off with a performance by professional BMX riders Jordan Swenson, Breydan Anderson, TJ Ettinger and Ricardo Laguna courtesy of TXS Productions, before the duos participate in a number of competitive games. 98.5 KLUC's Chet Buchanan will serve as host for the evening. Many of the boys that participate in Boys Nite Out come from single-parent homes. Registration for adults is $50. To register, visit bgcsnv.org or contact Gabe Suarez at 702-253-2803.
Walk With a Doc: A free presentation on breast health is scheduled for 8 a.m. Oct. 15 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Upcoming programs are set to feature healthy holiday eating on Nov. 19 and coping with holiday stress on Dec. 17. Visit umcsn.com.
Bonnie Screams: Haunted attractions are set to take over Bonnie Springs Ranch, 16395 Bonnie Springs Road, from 7 p.m. to midnight daily Oct. 15-31. Attractions include a zombie quarantine area, the No Hope Hospital, the Zombie Clown Circus, haunted trails and a haunted train ride. Magician Dixie Dooley is set to perform nightly. A Zombie Paintball bus ride is $20 and includes 100 paintballs. Attractions are recommended for ages 13 or older. Admission is $25. Visit bonniescreams.com.
50th Western Reunion: Western High School's class of 1965 plans to host its 50th reunion Oct. 16 and 17 at the Elks Lodge, 4100 W. Charleston Blvd. Call Kathy Keller at 702-736-3155 or e-mail westernclassof65@gmail.com.
Library Music: d'Averill Demetrulias and Derek Stoeckmann, a musical duo from Tempe, Ariz., are set to perform selections from five decades of popular music during a free concert from 11 a.m. to noon Oct. 16 in the lobby of the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-6030.
Encore Award for Clint Holmes: The Nevada School of the Arts is set to honor Holmes with an Encore Award for Musical Excellence at a musical celebration with honorary guests George and Kathy Garlock at 6 p.m. Oct. 16 in Ghostbar at The Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. The event is set to feature string instrument performances by students, faculty members and guest performers as well as hors d'oeuvres and drinks. Tickets are $250 in advance. Call 702-384-2787.
Southern Highlands Fall Festival: Southern Highlands residents are invited to enjoy kids activities, carnival games, raffle prizes, a costume contest, booth trick-or-treating, food, drinks, a free pumpkin patch and more from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 17 in Goett Park, 11024 Southern Highlands Parkway. Parking with shuttle service is at the Southern Highlands Corporate Center, 11411 Southern Highlands Parkway. Visit shfallfestival.com.
NAACP Freedom Fund Awards Banquet: "Pursuing Liberty in the Face of Injustice" is the theme of the annual banquet for the Las Vegas branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Gold Coast, 4000 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets are $150, which includes a one-year membership in the organization. Visit naacplv.org or call 702-638-1300.
Toy and Roy Puppet Show: Join Toy and Roy as they fracture a fairy tale from 3 to 3:45 p.m. Oct. 17 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3940.
Don Rickles: The comedy legend is set to perform at 8 p.m. Oct. 17 and 18 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $79.95. Visit orleanscasino.com.
Abstract Painting on Fabric Workshop: A new workshop led by Jacqueline Eihausen is set to teach participants to paint on fabric from 12:15 to 2:15 p.m. Oct. 17 and 24 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. The class fee is $26. Participants are asked to bring an apron or smock to paint. Visit artslasvegas.org.
Native American Stories: Local Paiute people are set to share stories, dance, music, crafts and food customs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 17 and 24 in the reconstructed Native American village in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The activities are free with paid admission. Visit springspreserve.org.
LV Craft Shows: Shows are scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 17, Nov. 28 and Dec. 13 in the Veil Pavilion at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Admission is free. Visit silvertoncasino.com.
Cyanide: The local heavy metal band is set to perform at 10 p.m. Oct. 17 in The Lounge at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Admission is free. Visit palms.com.
Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament of Champions: Children in grades 4-12 are invited to bring their own cards and duel from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3820.
Masters of Funk World Concert Tour: Galaxy Glenn is set to host a concert tour featuring the Bar-Kays, Switch, Brick, Original Lakeside, One Way featuring Al Hudson, Mary Jane Girls featuring Val Young and Dazz Band at 8 p.m. Oct. 17 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $50. Visit orleansarena.com.
Flamenco Las Vegas: Enjoy the rhythms and dances of Spain under the artistic direction of Antoinette Lopez with guest guitarist Ricardo Griego from 3 to 4:40 p.m. Oct. 18 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Admission is free. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3940.
Beginning Guitar: A free guitar class led by local instructor Don Musser is scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Bring a guitar and be ready to play. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3821.
Travel Journals: Teens are invited to craft travel journals covered in vintage maps, postcards and more from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 19 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3940.
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 Oct. 18 through Jan. 31 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit springspreserve.org.
Teen Superhero Day: Teens are invited to leave their secret identities at home and dress up as a favorite hero from 3 to 4 p.m. Oct. 20 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-6030.
HallOVeen: Visitors of all ages are invited to see the Magical Forest's walkthroughs and rides transformed into a spooky land of goblins and ghosts from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 1, at Opportunity Village, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd. The last week of October, the attraction is set to be open from 5:30 to 9 p.m. nightly. Nov. 1 is set to feature a Day of the Dead theme. Admission is $11.99 for adults and $9.99 for children. Ride wristbands are $12, or individual ride tickets are $3. Combination passes are $21.99 for adults and $17.99 for children. Two free admission tickets are available to patrons who donate five bags of wrapped candy. Visit opportunityvillage.org.
Asylum and Hotel Fear: The stand-alone haunted houses are set to operate for the 17th year from 6:30 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays and 6:30 to 10 p.m. Thursdays and Sundays through Oct. 31 in the parking lot of Meadows mall, 4300 Meadows Lane. Admission is $15 for one attraction or $25 for both. Visit lasvegashaunts.com.
"Pirates: Myth and Merriment": A new live show featuring lessons and facts about the pirate's life at sea with pirate songs and more is planned at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. weekends through Nov. 29 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The show is free with paid admission. For an additional $5, guests can dress up like pirates and pose for pictures. Visit springspreserve.org.
Spring Mountain docent classes: The Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Docent Organization is seeking volunteers. Call Carlos at 702-355-9341 or email carlo6180@yahoo.com.
"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.
Nevada Welcomes the World: A new exhibit, featuring the Nevada pavilion designs of Frederick DeLongchamps featured in San Francisco and San Diego's 1915 world expositions, is on display at the Nevada State Museum inside the Springs Preserve, 309 S. Valley View Blvd. The exhibit includes artifacts, costumes, manuscripts and memorabilia that offer a peek into the past. Adult admission is $9.95, which includes access to the Springs Preserve. Visit museums.nevadaculture.org/nsmlv-home.
"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.
"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.
Butterfly Habitat: With weather cooling, the butterflies are back, and the Butterfly Habitat at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., is slated to be open from 10 a.m. to 3 pm. daily. Admission to the habitat is $2 for members and $3 for nonmembers. Visit springspreserve.org.
WORTH A DRIVE
Vegas Valley Book Festival:The 2015 festival is set for Oct. 15-17 in downtown Las Vegas and at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. The largest annual literary event in Nevada, the festival brings together a wide variety of literary genres and cultural programs, with most events taking place Oct. 17 at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. More than 120 authors and 50 events are planned, including panel discussions, keynote speakers, readings, book signings, workshops, vendor exhibits, art exhibitions, spoken word performances and other special programs for a diversity of genres, ages and cultural backgrounds. All events are free and open to the public. Keynote speakers will be Brad Meltzer, author of "The Inner Circle," "Book of Fate" and "The President's Shadow," and Colum McCann, author of six novels and two story collections and the recipient of the National Book Award for "Let the Great World Spin." Oct. 16 events downtown are set to include a noon performance of poetry and the spoken word at the Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse, 333 Las Vegas Blvd. North, and a Las Vegas Writes panel at 7 p.m. at the Writer's Block, 1020 Fremont St. Visit vegasvalleybookfestival.org.
The Farm Fall Festival: Barn Buddies Rescue @ The Farm is planning its Fall Festival from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. 17-18, 24-25 and 31 at The Farm, 7222 W. Grand Teton Drive. Squash and pumpkins, rescued animals, a farm train, pony rides, a toddler maze and a hay wagon are planned. The farmers market is set to be open with fresh eggs, vegetables, fruits, jams, jellies, honey and more. Admission is $5 per adult and $3 per child. Call 702-982-8000 or email gl@barnbuddiesrescue.org.
"She Kills Monsters": Performances of the play by Qui Nguyen are scheduled at 8 p.m. Oct. 15-17, 22-24, 29-31 and 5 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Onyx Theatre, 953-16B E. Sahara Ave. General admission tickets are $20, and a limited number of $10 Student Rush tickets are set to be available at the box office 10 minutes before each performance for patrons 18 or younger with student ID. Visit onyxtheatre.com or call 702-732-7225.
"The Whale": The play is scheduled to kick off the Cockroach Theatre Company's season with performances set for 8 p.m. Oct. 15-17 and 22-24 and 2 p.m. Oct. 18 and 25 at Art Square Theatre, 1025 S. First St. Tickets are $16 and $20. Visit tinyurl.com/crtc2015.
Henderson Symphony Orchestra: The all-ages group plans its fall concert at 8 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, and 5:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Reflection Bay Golf Club at Lake Las Vegas, 75 Montelago Blvd. Music is set to include the "Roman Carnival Overture, Op. 9" by Hector Berlioz; the "Petite Suite" by Claude Debussy; and "Symphony No. 3 in C minor, Op. 78," by Camille Saint-Saens. The performances are free. Visit hendersonsymphony.org.
Shakespeare Workshop Series: The workshops are planned Wednesdays and Fridays this month for adults at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Topics are to include using the voice as an instrument, and attendees will be assigned monologues to work on throughout the sessions, planned from 4 to 5:45 p.m. Oct. 16 and 21. Participants will take part in a performance planned from 4 to 5:45 p.m. Oct. 23. Dan Decker of the Shakespeare Institute of Nevada is slated to lead the workshops. Register in person, at mypubliclibrary.com or by calling 702-207-4260.
"STAND": The play is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16 and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. The play was written by Jim Reyland to raise funds and awareness countrywide for communities and organizations working with the homeless. The Nevada Homeless Alliance, Catholic Charities and The Salvation Army will receive 100 percent of funds from tickets sold in Las Vegas. Tickets are $12.50 and are available at showtix4u.com or 866-976-8167.
Fall Festival on Mount Charleston: The fourth annual all-day festival is set for early evening Oct. 17 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road. Education booths, live music and a bonfire are planned. Visit gomtcharleston.com or call 702-872-5486.
A Night of Irish Spirit: The musical event is slated at 8 p.m. Oct. 17 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Celtic band Solas and Irish folk group The High Kings are set to perform. Irish ales and concessions will also be available at the event. Tickets start at $10. To purchase them, visit cityofhenderson.com, call 702-267-4849 or visit the Henderson Pavilion box office from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Clark County Commodore Computer Club: The meeting is scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. Oct. 17 in Room 16 at the Clark County School District Adult Education Campus, 2701 E. St. Louis Ave. Email Al Jackson at jackonmeister@gmail.com or Forrest Nettles at flnettles@hotmail.com, or call 702-363-3331.
Jewish talent variety show: The Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada plans to host "Viva Oy Vegas!," a variety Jewish talent show, at 8 p.m. Oct. 17 and 2 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Baobab Stage Theatre in Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Singers, dancers, comics and more are planned. Visit jccsn.org or call 702-794-0090.
The Danny Gans Memorial Champions Run for Life Hosted by Donny Osmond: The event benefiting the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation is scheduled at 7:30 a.m. Oct. 17 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Registration is $30 for adults and $22 for children 12 or younger. All entries on race day will be $40. Teams of 10 or more are $17 per person. To register, call 702-735-8434, visit active.com, or register in person from 6:30 a.m. to 7:25 a.m. the day of the event.
OktoberFest Las Vegas 2015: The event is scheduled from 2 p.m. to midnight Oct. 17 and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 18 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. It is set to include Bavarian food and beer, musical entertainment, performers, food eating contests, singing, yodeling contests and a soccer challenge to benefit local youth soccer organizations. Visit myoktoberfestlasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.
Bukowski — Man and Myth: The event is scheduled at 2 p.m. Oct. 17 at The Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. Las Vegas poet Lee Mallory plans to speak about his turbulent friendship with the late iconic poet, Charles Bukowski. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7340.
Make-A-Wish Sunday Dinner Under the Stars: The event to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation is set from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 18 at Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd., with the opportunity to dine al fresco on cuisine from five of Las Vegas' best chefs, including Johnny Church, Kim Canteenwalla and Sam Marvin. A cocktail hour is to be followed by dinner, and live entertainment and a silent auction also are planned. Tickets are $135. Visit tinyurl.com/pbqb6yp.
The Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club: The monthly general membership meeting is planned from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 18 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.
The Henderson Saddle Association fundraising event: The event is set from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 18 at the stables, 6490 Wiesner Way. It is set to include rodeo performances, food, raffles, contests, carnival rides, a petting zoo and live music. Admission is $5 per person or $20 for groups of four or more. Proceeds are set to benefit the Basic High School students injured at a desert bonfire in June 2014. Visit hendersonsaddleclub.com.
NF Hope Concert: The event benefiting NF Network, an organization dedicated to families and individuals suffering from Neurofibromatosis, and the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation to support NF families in Southern Nevada is scheduled at 1 p.m. Oct. 18 at The Venetian, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South. A silent auction begins at noon. The concert is set to include Frankie Moreno, Clint Holmes, Bob Anderson, Human Nature and others. Tickets start at $45. Visit venetian.com.
The Nevada Ballet Theatre: The NBT has announced its 2015-16 season, including "A Choreographer's Showcase" with Cirque du Soleil, set 1 p.m. Oct. 18 at the Mystere Theatre in Treasure Island, 3300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $25 to $45. Call 702-894-7722 or visit tinyurl.com/ntey5je.
"The Book of Mormon": The musical is set to return to Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., through Oct. 18, with performances set for 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets start at $36. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2000.
College Fair Plus: The 38th annual event is planned from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 20 and 21 at Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Exhibitors and institutions of higher learning on set to attend. Visit ccsd.net/district/college-fair.
American Airlines Kiwi Club: The chapter plans to host its next lunch and meeting at 11 a.m. Oct. 21 at the Siena Italian Restaurant, 9500 W. Sahara Ave. All flight attendants, both online and retired, from American, American Eagle, TWA and US Airlines are welcome. RSVP to Kay Jennings at 702-896-5496.
A Night Out: The event benefiting The Rape Crisis Center is scheduled from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 21 at Lavo at the Palazzo, 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Admission to the 21-or-older event is $30 and includes free "Party Smartini" signature drinks, appetizers, and entertainment by Bree Delano, DJ88. Visit rcclv.org.
"Room on the Broom": This magical musical for children adapted from the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler is set to be performed Oct. 21 in Reynolds Hall as part of the Family Series at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. For $50 per person, families also can enjoy the upcoming performances of "The Cat in the Hat" on Jan. 13; "Elephant & Piggies We Are in a Play" on Feb. 17; and "Clifford The Big Red Dog Live!" on March 30. Visit The Smith Center box office or thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2000.
Desert Green Las Vegas: The annual Desert Green conference is slated at 7 a.m. Oct. 22 and 23 at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. The conference focuses on practical horticulture and turf care with water conservation in mind. It is set to feature two days of concurrent seminar tracks, table top displays and a green industry mixer. Admission is $180 for both days, which includes meals. Contact Helen Stone at 702-884-0383 or email stonepeakservices@gmail.com. To register, visit desert-green.org.
Zombie Run 5K: Residents can flee the living dead during the second annual city of Henderson event, planned at 6 p.m. Oct. 24 at Cornerstone Park, 1600 Wigwam Parkway, featuring zombies hiding along the 3.1-mile trail. Participants are encouraged to wear costumes. Registration starts at $30 and can be conducted at cityofhenderson.com or at any of the city's recreation centers using activity code 644079-58. Run packets can be picked up from 3 to 7 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, 1575 Galleria Drive, or the day of the event at Cornerstone Park. Call 702-267-4050.
Las Vegas Museum Month: October is Las Vegas Museum Month, and a variety of promotions are planned at museums across the Las Vegas Valley as part of a partnership between the Las Vegas Museum Alliance and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. For a full listing of promotions and events, visit vegasmuseums.org.
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. 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.
Tennis classes: Tennis classes for youths and adults conducted by the Nevada Tennis Association are planned for Mondays through Oct. 19 and Nov. 2-Dec. 7 at W. Wayne Bunker Family Park, 7351 W. Alexander Road; Tuesdays through Oct. 20 and Nov. 3-Dec. 8 at Garehime Heights Park, 3901 N. Campbell Road; Thursdays through Oct. 22 and Nov. 5-Dec. 17 at Mountain Ridge Park, 7151 Oso Blanco Road; and Saturdays through Oct. 24 and Nov. 7-Dec. 19 at Sunny Springs Park, 3801 Golden Talon Ave. Weekday times and fees for each six-week session are, for ages 5 to 8, $42, 4 to 4:30 p.m.; ages 9 to 12, $60, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; teens, $60, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.; and adults, $60, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday times and fees are ages 5 to 8, $42, 9 to 9:30 a.m.; ages 9 to 12, $60, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; teens, $60, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; and adults, $60, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call USTA Nevada at 702-792-8384 or visit ustanevada.com.
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.
"Breathe Onto the Mirror": The exhibit by Jacqueline Ehlis is planned to run through Nov. 8 at The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Ehlis is the chairwoman of the art department at Portland Community College, and her work incorporates the interaction of color, light and reflection, reminding the viewer that they are the vehicle that interprets and is part of the works through their reflection in the mirrors. Call 702-507-3631.
"The Art of Craft": The exhibit is set to run through Dec. 6 in the art gallery at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. A variety of different mediums will be displayed, including fused glass, textiles, paper crafts, jewelry, original paintings, mixed media and original photography. Visit lasvegascraftersguild.com, lvccld.org or call 702-507-3860.
PLAN AHEAD
Sin City Sinners: The local rock band is set to perform at 10 p.m. Oct. 22 in The Lounge at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Admission is free. Visit palms.com.
Dr. Who Party: Teens are invited to celebrate all things Doctor Who with trivia, crafts and making adipose marshmallows from 3 to 4 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3821.
"Casa Valentina": The play, directed by Walter Niejadlik, is set to run at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Oct. 23-Nov. 8 at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $24 for adults or $21 for seniors and students. Visit lvlt.org.
Book Luau Craft Party: Teens are invited to participate in book-related crafts and activities from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 22 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-6030.
Global Force Wrestling: Championship wresting matches are slated to begin at 8 p.m. Oct. 23 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $30. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.
Spooktacular Puppet Show: The whole family is invited to a seasonal puppet show from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 23, 11 a.m. to noon Oct. 24 and 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3821.
Dana Carvey: The seven-season "Saturday Night Live" star and "Wayne's World" co-star is set to perform at 8 p.m. Oct. 23 and 24 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $54.95. Visit orleanscasino.com.
David Perrico and the Pop Strings Orchestra: The 15-piece ensemble led by trumpeter David Perrico is set to perform pop, rock and jazz hits at 11 p.m. Oct. 24 in The Lounge at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Admission is free. Visit palms.com.
Fashion Show & Silent Auction: The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary plans its 19th annual event featuring a silent auction at 10:30 followed by a fashion show, featuring styles by Chico's, and a luncheon at noon Oct. 24 in the Mardi Gras Ballroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets are $40. Call 702-870-4430.
Balloon Festival: Hot air balloons are set to take off from Southern Hills Hospital, 9300 W. Sunset Road, and offer passenger rides, tethered balloon rides and evening glow shows Oct. 23-25. Balloons are slated to prepare for launch starting at 6 a.m. Also in the works are kids' activities and carnival attractions scheduled from noon to 11 p.m. Oct. 23, and 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. Oct. 24 and 25. A community health fair with flu shots, blood pressure checks and more is set for noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 24. Fair admission is free. Balloon rides are $250 and can be scheduled at vegasbaloonrides.com or 702-553-3039. For a full schedule, visit southernhillshopsital.com.
Aegis: The seven-member Filipino pop band, is set to bring the sound of Southeast Asia to Las Vegas with a concert set for 5 p.m. Oct. 25 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $78.14. Visit orleanscasino.com or call 702-284-7777.
Music Discussion Group: Teens and adults are invited to listen to and discuss music at the Windmill Music Discussion group from 4 to 5 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-6030.
"Middletown" Auditions: Potential volunteer cast members are invited to do cold readings from the script from 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 26 and 27 at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. The play is set to run Jan. 15-31. Visit lvlt.org or call 702-362-7996.
Film Screenings: The Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St., plans to offer two nights dedicated to science fiction and horror with a free outdoor screening of H.G. Well's "Things to Come" set for 8 p.m. Oct. 23 and a $5 triple-feature showing of "Agoraphobia," "Society" and "Atom The Amazing Zombie Killer!" at 8 p.m. Oct. 24. Visit scificenter.org.
Sugar Skulls: A workshop for beginning and intermediate level artists ages 7 or older is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-6383.
WolfCreek: The local country and rock band is set to perform at 10 p.m. Oct. 29 in The Lounge at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Admission is free. Visit palms.com.
Kris Kristofferson and John Prine: The co-headliners plan a concert at 8 p.m. Oct. 30 at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $49. Visit palms.com.
Sean Hannity & Guests: Hannity, a syndicated conservative talk show host, is set to discuss national and world affairs backed by country musicians Craig Campell and Lee Greenwood at 7 p.m. Oct. 30 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $65.41. Visit orleanscasino.com.
Rockie Brown & The Fellas: The neo-soul band is set to perform at 10 p.m. Oct. 30 in The Lounge at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Admission is free. Visit palms.com.
Trunk-or-Treat: CenturyLink plans to host a free Trunk-or-Treat event from 5 to 9 p.m. Oct. 30 in its parking lot at 3436 Aldebaran Ave. Family-friendly activities planned include multiple bounce houses, carnival games, costumed characters, a petting zoo, a photo booth and a Major League Baseball batting game. Vehicles from community organizations will be onsite along with dozens of community partners with decorated car trunks filled with treats for families. Snacks will be available for purchase, and there will be booths showcasing local businesses. All proceeds will benefit United Way of Southern Nevada.
Freaky Funk Halloween Bash: Con Fun Shun, DJ R.O.B. and the Funk All Stars are set to be featured in a 21-or-older show at 8 p.m. Oct. 31 in the Veil Pavilion at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Tickets start at $29. A dance after-party is set for 10 p.m. Visit silvertoncasino.com.
Jim Belushi and The Sacred Hearts: "Blues Brothers" legend Jim Belushi is set to play with his band at 8 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $39.95. Visit orleanscasino.com or call 702-294-7777.
Mountain Man Rendezvous: A gathering of costumed re-enactors is set to bring the 1830s fur trade to life from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159. The park is about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Admission is $7 per vehicle for Nevada residents. Visit parks.nv.gov/parks/spring-mountain-ranch-state-park.
Fall suit drive: The United Way of Southern Nevada's Women's Leadership Council plans to host its annual one-day suit drive from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 6 in the parking lot of NV Energy, 6226 W. Sahara Ave. Donate suits and other professional items including dresses, shoes, handbags and jewelry for women in need. The drive helps women prepare for career opportunities and gain confidence to succeed during job interviews and in the workplace. Donations will benefit United Way-accredited agencies with back-to-work programs for women. Gently used and/or professional attire should be clean and on a hanger. Drive-through donations can be made. Visit uwsn.org/wlc.
"Yellow Face": The play, to be directed by Rommel Pacson, is set to run at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Nov. 6-22 in the Black Box at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $15 for adults and $14 for seniors and students. Those interested in being a tech volunteer are invited to email volunteers@lvlt.org.
Humanitarian Work Day: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints plans to host a Humanitarian Work Day from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Las Vegas Stake Chapel, 3400 W. Charleston Blvd. Volunteers are needed to work on sewing quilts, folder games for local schools and tying quilts for general humanitarian needs. Items made will be passed out to local hospitals, schools and charities. Lunch will be served at noon. Call 702-877-3008.
Wine, Cheese & Chaplin: Celebrate 100 years of Charlie Chaplin's film artistry by revisiting a few of his 1915 classic silent films from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza in Lorenzi Park, 720 Twin Lakes Drive. Wine, cheese and other refreshments are set to be available for purchase. Admission is free. Bring chairs or blankets for lawn seating. Visit artslasvegas.org.
Farm Food Workshop: The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans to host a workshop to teach growers and small food producers about extended season marketing opportunities for farm and food products from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Marriott Courtyard Las Vegas South, 5845 Dean Martin Drive. The workshop is $30, which includes all materials and lunch. Visit tinyurl.com/farmworkshop.
Midnight Spook Show: A horror extravaganza featuring magic, spirit communication and a screening of "House on Haunted Hill" is set for 9:30 p.m. Nov. 7 at The Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St. Tickets are $15. Visit mattrambles.wix.com/home.
Watercolor Workshop: Internationally known artist Donna Zagotta is scheduled to offer a workshop Nov. 9-12 in Las Vegas. The fee is $350 for Nevada Watercolor Society members and $375 for nonmembers. For details, contact Sharon Menary at 702-463-2454 or thestuioforartists@gmail.com. Zagotta is also scheduled to put on a free painting demonstration during the society's meeting at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 in the Spanish Oaks Clubhouse, 2201 Spanish Oaks Drive. Visit nvws.org or donnazagotta.com.
Prêt–à –Porter Las Vegas: Models wearing current ready-to-wear fashions are set to take to a runway during fashion showcases slated for Nov. 13-15 at the Rio, 3700 W. Flamingo Road. The event is also set to include a retail vendor fair. Tickets start at $44. A portion of proceeds is set to benefit Dress for Success Southern Nevada. Visit readytowearlv.com.
AMA Pro Flat Track Finale: The flat track motorcycle racing season finale is scheduled Nov. 20 and 21 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. One-day tickets start at $45. Visit orleansarena.com.
Alvin and the Chipmunks Live: A chipmunk musical stage show featuring music by One Direction, Maroon 5, Carly Rae Jepsen, Elvis Presley and more is scheduled for 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $18. Visit orleansarena.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.
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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.
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.
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.
