Summerlin Area Community Events Calendar, Dec. 31, 2015-Jan. 6, 2016

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. New Year's Eve at Red Rock Resort: Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to feature Zowie Bowie with Chris Phillips performing dance music, Top 40 hits and hip-hop from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 31. A disc jockey is set to spin between sets. Cover is $20 at the door. At Crimson, a DJ is set to spin from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Cover is $20 at the door. At T-Bones Chophouse, Dave Ritz is set to perform from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. There is no cover. Onyx Bar plans to feature Tyler Rich from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. There is no cover. Guests must be 21 or older for all events. Visit sclv.com.

2. Free museum admission: Bank of America invites cardholders to explore Southern Nevada museums free as part of the Museums on Us program the first weekend of every month. Jan. 2 and 3, anyone with a U.S. Trust, Merrill Lynch or Bank of America debit or credit card can visit the Discovery Children's Museum, 360 Promenade Place; Las Vegas Natural History Museum, 900 Las Vegas Blvd. North; or the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., free. Present a debit or credit card to receive free museum admission. Visit museums.bankofamerica.com.

3. Joseph Watson art exhibit: Watson's paintings are on display at Isabela's Seafood, Tapas & Grill at 2620 Regatta Drive, through Jan. 3. The local artist is best known for his mixed media presentations.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Countdown to Noon: The early New Year's Eve event for children up to age 6 is set from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Stories, songs and flashlight "fireworks." Call 702- 507-3860. Visit lvccld.org.

New Year's Eve Dance: The event is planned for 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Dec. 31 at the Desert Vista Ballroom in Sun City Summerlin, 10360 Sun City Blvd. The cost is $55 per person. Boyd Coulter and The Good Times Band are set to entertain, and a buffet-style dinner, cash bar and champagne toast are planned. Tickets are available at Desert Vista Community Center. Visit suncity-summerlin.com.

New Year's Eve at Distill: A New Year's Eve bash is planned for 9 p.m. Dec. 31 at Distill, 10820 W. Charleston Blvd. Admission is free to all patrons 21 or older with ID. Live music, drink specials, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight are planned. Visit distillbar.com.

New Year's Eve Cosmic Bowling Celebration: Bowl from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Dec. 31 with a live disc jockey at the Suncoast Bowling Center, 9090 Alta Drive. The cost is $22.50 per person, which includes three hours of unlimited bowling, shoe rental, party favors and tickets for the hourly drawings. Call 702-636-7400.

Commit to Get Fit: Life Time Athletic locations in Summerlin and Green Valley plan to host a festival for members and non-members Jan. 1-3. Event highlights are set to include a 5K Fun Run and Walk on Jan. 1 with a poolside post-race party at the Summerlin location, 10721 W. Charleston Blvd.; a C9 Challenge workout, challenging the nine core areas of the body in just 39 minutes, on Jan. 2; and an Indoor Triathalon Hour featuring an indoor swim, cycling and treadmill workout on Jan. 3. Prices range from $30 to $35 for adults. Visit lifetimefitness.com.

Brandeis University National Committee event: Nancy Scott, associate professor of fine arts at Brandeis University, is set to be the guest lecturer for the group's University on Wheels brunch event set for 10:30 a.m. Jan. 3 at Canyon Gate Country Club, 2001 Canyon Gate Drive. Scott has published various art journal articles, and her most recent book about Georgia O'Keeffe has been published by Reaktion Books as part of its Critical Lives series. The book focuses on O'Keeffe's work in the context of her life and will be the subject of Scott's presentation. The event is open to the public, and the cost is $40. Reservations are required. Contact Evelyn Brunner at bnclv.org.

Free guitar lessons for beginners: Classes are set from noon to 1 p.m. the first three Sundays of each month at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. January's sessions are scheduled for Jan. 3, 10 and 17. Call 702-533-3611.

"Hues of Emotion": The art exhibit by Christine Binns is set to run Jan. 5 through March 6 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. An artist reception is set from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Jan. 5. Binns' colorful, abstract mixed-media paintings are intended to elicit an emotional response from the viewer or for emotion to be drawn out from it. Call 702-507-3630 or visit lvccld.org.

Lego Club: Children ages 6 to 11 are invited to build Lego creations inspired by the story of the month from 4 to 5 p.m. Jan 5 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. The club meets the first Tuesday of the month. Call 702-507-3860 or visit lvccld.org.

College planning solutions: The free event is planned from 6 to 7 p.m. Jan. 5 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave., with the Heartland Institute of Financial Education set to share information on planning; selecting and applying for colleges; assessing a student's aptitude and interest for determining a career path; reducing your family's expected family contribution; and qualifying and applying for need-based monies, including federal, state, and college grants and scholarships. Call 702-507-3631 or visit lvccld.org.

Las Vegas Jewish Film Festival: The 15th annual festival is scheduled for Jan. 9-24, with most films set to screen at the Adelson Educational Campus, 9700 Hillpointe Road. The opening night screening is "Son of Saul," scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan. 9 at Brenden Theatres at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Other films are: "The Frisco Kid," 1 p.m. Jan. 10 at Adelson Campus; "Carvalho's Journey," 3:30 p.m. Jan. 10 at Adelson Campus; "Apples from the Desert," 7 p.m. Jan. 16, Adelson Campus; "Semicolon," 1 p.m. Jan. 17, Adelson Campus; "The Search for Israeli Cuisine," 3:30 p.m. Jan. 17, Adelson Campus; "Dough," 7 p.m. Jan. 21, Cinemark Theatres in the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South; "Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict," 7 p.m. Jan. 23, Adelson Campus; "Rosenwald," 1 p.m. Jan. 24, Adelson Campus; and "The Liberators," 3:30 p.m. Jan. 24, Adelson Campus. All films will be accompanied by the filmmakers, or related experts in the subject matter, who will provide introductions and moderate post-screening discussions with the audience. Tickets are $10 at lvjff.org.

Bluegrass Festival Craft Market: The city of Las Vegas is looking for artisan vendors to showcase and sell their work at the 2016 Bluegrass Festival's Craft Market, set from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 9 at Durango Hills Park, 3545 N. Durango Drive. Applications are free and must be submitted by Feb. 29. All artists who create original Americana/folk art and crafts in any variety of media, including paints, sculpture, print work, photographs, fabric art, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking and home decor are encouraged to apply. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov/faces/home/office-of-cultural-affairs. For more information, call 702-229-3514 or visit artslasvegas.org.

CCAG Winter Arts Celebration: The Clark County Artists Guild exhibit is set to be open during regular library hours through Feb. 23 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860 or visit lvccld.org.

Art display: Steve Pollutro is set to display artwork at Rachel's Kitchen, 9691 Trailwood Drive, through January.

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

WORTH A DRIVE

Cafe New Years: Ring in the New Year with a six-course dinner and a view of the Strip from 6 to 11:59 p.m. Dec. 31 in the Divine Cafe at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Reservations are required, and the event is limited to guests 21 or older. Tickets are $151.92 for dinner and appetizers during fireworks or $107.82 for just dinner or $56.75 for just appetizers. Visit springspreserve.org.

New Year's Double Dash: Valley residents are invited to lace up for the inaugural event, set to be hosted by the Cadence master-planned community at 10:30 p.m. Dec. 31, with registration starting at 9 p.m. The event will feature two 5K runs, with one starting at 10:30 p.m. and the other at 12:15 a.m. Jan. 1. A 1-mile fun walk also is planned at both times. Routes are set to wind through Cadence's grounds, which offer views of the Strip. The events will culminate at the community's Central Park, where registered participants can enjoy the Strip fireworks show, a cup of soup, hot cider, hot cocoa, music and party favors. Registration costs $35 for both 5Ks or $25 for one. The walk costs $15 for adults or $10 for children 10 or younger. Visit cadencenv.com.

Noon Year's Eve: The New Year's Eve-style event for kids is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 31 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South, and is set to include an inflatable slide, a rock wall, bounce houses, face painting, balloon artists and a dance party with music provided by a 98.5 KLUC disc jockey before toasting to the "Noon Year" with juice boxes. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.

New Year's Eve at The Smith Center: The event, hosted by Erich Bergen and featuring Norm Lewis, Capathia Jenkins, Clint Holmes and Patina Miller, is scheduled at 7 p.m. Dec. 31 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $39 to $125. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

New Year's Eve at the Hard Rock Hotel: The show is set to feature Sunset Strip's London featuring Nadir d'Priest at 10 p.m., followed by Brent Muscat's Vegas All-Stars featuring Eric Stacy and Greg Steele (Faster Pussycat), Todd Kerns (Slash featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators), Rob Cournoyer (Raging Slab) and local artists Siana King and Kimberly Barnhill at 11 p.m. Dec. 31 at the Hard Rock Cafe at the Hard Rock Hotel, 4475 Paradise Road. General admission is free, and drink specials and party favors are planned. VIP tables are available. Call 702-733-8400 or visit hardrock.com/cafes/las-vegas-at-hard-rock-hotel.

Bogdan Ota: The Romanian musician and "Norway's Got Talent" winner is slated to perform from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 1 inside the Firenze Lounge at the Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa, 1610 Lake Las Vegas Parkway. The event is free. Call 702-567-4700 or visit lakelasvegasevents.com.

New Year's Eve Hike: Celebrate the New Year with a ranger-led hike into Sandstone Canyon recommended for hikers 7 or older at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159. Hikers are set to depart at 11 p.m. Dec. 31 and hike for about two hours. Bring a light source and water. A morning hike is scheduled for 7 a.m. Jan. 1. Visit tinyurl.com/gmr82wq.

Tule Springs First Day Hike: The hike is set from 1 to 3 p.m. Jan. 1 at the Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument. Join state park rangers for a walk in ancient Nevada at Tule Springs. The meeting place for this hike is within Las Vegas city limits and will be provided to participants upon registration. Admission is free. Participants should feel comfortable walking over uneven terrain for two hours without sitting. The number of participants on this hike is limited to 100 people. Call 702-875-4141 to reserve a spot. Group reservations will be limited to 8 people per group.

Contra Dancing: The Southern Nevada Old Time Contra Dancers invite dancers 8 or older to dance to a live acoustic band playing reels and a waltz or two from 7 to 10 p.m. Jan. 2 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. No partner is needed. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for students or members of the military or $3 for children or non-dancing spectators. A group lesson is planned at 6:30 p.m. Visit lasvegascountrydance.org or call 702-656-9513.

Mob Month 2016: Mafia 101 is set to kick off Mob Month at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. The event, which will feature experts from the "College Of Mafia Knowledge" sharing basic history of American organized crime, is scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan. 5 in the library's main theater. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3400.

Las Vegas Stories: The monthly series is set to present "Growing Up in Jerry Tarkanian's Las Vegas, 1973-92" at 7 p.m. Jan. 7 in the Clark County Library's Jewel Box Theater, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. This coming spring marks the 25th anniversary of the Rebels' last trip to the Final Four and the team's epic loss to Duke. Writer Greg Blake Miller is set to present the free program. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3400.

Art exhibit: Pen and ink drawings by Joshua Weinberg are slated to be on display through January at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Weinberg's art features characters from movies, comic books, video games and other pop-culture works. The drawings depict the characters as the opposite sex. An artist reception is planned at 6 p.m. Jan. 7 and is set to include refreshments. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

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.

Robert Burns Night Dinner: The St. Andrew's Society of Southern Nevada, a nonprofit cultural organization, plans the 32nd annual event at 5 p.m. Jan. 16 at Sunset Gardens, 3931 E. Sunset Road. The cost is $50 per plate, which includes salad, an entree, a vegetable, dessert and coffee or tea. The event is slated to feature bagpipe music and dancing. Checks must be payable to SASSN and can be mailed along with with a stamped, self-addressed envelope to PO Box 33244, Las Vegas, NV 89133-3244. Visit sassn.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. The photographs, paintings and sculpture in the show are a statement on America's multicultural heritage and its dedication to the red, white and blue of the flag. 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.

Fashion Artist Guild's Diamond Winter Black Tie Gala: The event is planned from 7 to 11 p.m. Jan. 23 at the Revere Golf Club, 2600 Hampton Road, to benefit the nonprofit Fashion Artist Guild, which is focused on the business of fashion and education in conjunction with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The event will raise funds for the Guild's on-the-job training program and partnering umbrella programs that assist emergent students in the art and fashion industry and assist new local artists and fashion designers with entrepreneurial and employment opportunities, career development and workshops, while also bringing awareness and support to the many fields that fashion serves to help influence and form new avenues of innovation in medicine and human dignity services. Four local individuals who are helping to build a strong and viable fashion industry in Nevada are set to be honored: Roger Talley of The Examiner; Debbie Hall, editor-in-chief of Las Vegas Woman Magazine; Tevey Harper, CEO of Tradecraft and editor-in-chief of Parlay Magazine and Vegas Cut & Sew; and Catherine Treu, editor-in-chief of FashionFeed Las Vegas. Dining, dancing, comedy, a raffle, a live auction and a VIP cocktail hour are planned. Guild membership is $55. Nonmember tickets are $75 for early bird, $125 regular and $700 for a VIP table that seats six. VIP tickets include the private cocktail hour with celebrities. Visit tinyurl.com/jzzzfzr.

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.

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.

HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS

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.

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.

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. Visit samstownlv.com or call 702-636-7075.

The Ice Rink at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas: The seasonal venue is scheduled to be open from noon to midnight daily through 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.

Heritage Holidays: The Clark County Museum, 1830 S. Boulder Highway, has opened its houses and buildings on Heritage Street for self-guided tours through Jan. 9. It is closed on 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.

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.

PLAN AHEAD

Discovering Italy — A Cultural Perspective:The free lecture is planned from 6 to 7 p.m. Jan. 7 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The monthly cultural presentations delve into various topics such as the history of Italian fashion, Italian family life and cultural music. Call 702-507-3631 or visit lvccld.org.

Footloose Friday: The free dancing event is planned for children 3 to 5 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Jan. 8 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Part of the Music and Movement series, it will feature scarves, shakers and rhythm sticks. Call 702-507-3860 or visit lvccld.org.

In Its Entirety Concert Series:Next up is The Beatles: Hello/Goodbye! —"Meet The Beatles" and "Let it Be," planned for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 8 in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets start at $15 for general admission for the all-ages show. Visit any Station Casinos Reward Center and the Fiestas, call 702-547-5300 or visit stationcasinos.com.

"Doris and Me": Scott Dreier plans to present the show at 7 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Visit scscai.com or call 702-240-1301.

Real Life Superheroes storytime: The storytime with the theme of police is set from 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 9 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Along with storytime, songs and a police-related craft are planned for children 11 or younger. Call 702-507-3860 or visit lvccld.org.

Bluegrass Band Night: The event is set for 7 p.m. Jan 13 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $15. Visit scscai.com or call 702-240-1301.

Cycling for children: The program How to Ride a Bike for Kids is planned for children ages 4 to 11 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Jan. 16 at the Boca Park REI, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. The cost is $45 for members and $65 for nonmembers. Call 702- 951-4488.

Mary Wilson: The singer from the legendary Motown trio The Supremes is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 16 and 17 in the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $20. Visit any Boyd Gaming box office, suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

"The Greatest of Jazz, Blues, Swing!": The show is scheduled for 7 p.m. Jan 16 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Visit scscai.com or call 702-240-1301.

Jewish Singles Club: The social club for men and women plans to meet at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 17 at the Jewish Community Center, 8689 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 180. It meets the first Wednesday of the month. Meetings are open and free to anyone interested in entertaining programs and socializing. Call 702-233-8618 or 702-243-1761.

Jewish Genealogy Society of Southern Nevada: The group is set to meet at 1:30 p.m. Jan. 17 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The topic will be Holocaust Research Online. The group plans to meet the third Sunday of the month at 1:30 p.m. through March and then returning to its usual time of 1 p.m. for the rest of the year. Meetings are free and open to the public. Applications for membership are available at meetings, and dues are $18 for individuals and $25 for a family membership. Call president Laura Moskowitz at 702-243-5917, email president@jgssn.org or visit jgssn.org.

Wilderness First Aid: The class is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 23 and 24 at the Boca Park REI, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. REI has partnered with the Wilderness Medicine Institute of The National Outdoor Leadership School to offer the two-day course that will teach the wilderness medicine skills needed to recreate with confidence. The cost is $225 for members and $255 for nonmembers. Call 702-951-4488 or visit rei.com/stores/las-vegas-boca-park.

Hal Sparks: The comedian is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. Jan. 23 as part of the Comedy Rocks series at Rocks Lounge inside Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets are $25 and $35. Doors are set to open at 7 p.m. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts or purchase tickets through Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

Bridal Showcase Show: The free event is planned from noon to 4 p.m. Jan. 24 at the Hillpointe Event Center, 9001 Hillpointe Road. A $4,000 wedding with cake and champagne reception is set to be given away. Also planned are tastings, prizes and discounts Visit tinyurl.com/ju5ktvv.

Backcountry Skills: The class is planned for 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at Boca Park REI, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. The cost is $60 for members and $80 for nonmembers. Call 702- 951-4488 or visit rei.com/stores/las-vegas-boca-park.

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

Justin Willman: The comedian (who hosts "Cupcake Wars" on Food Network) is set to perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 20 as part of the Comedy Rocks series at Rocks Lounge inside Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets are $25 and $35. Doors are set to open at 7 p.m. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts or purchase tickets through Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com beginning Dec. 18.

ONGOING EVENTS

Groups, societies and clubs:

The Centennial Las Vegas Genealogy Society is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. on the second Monday of every month inside the community room of Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 6670 W. Cheyenne Ave. The group is dedicated to genealogy and ancestry research. Visit clvgs7.wix.com/clvgs.

An Improv and Comedy Troupe is scheduled to meet and rehearse from 6 to 7 p.m. Mondays at Five Star Tavern, 9201 Del Webb Blvd., at the Palm Valley Golf Course clubhouse. Spectators are welcome. Call 818-261-4566 or 702-363-5330.

The Ward 2 Walkers group plans to meet at 8 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays at Hualapai Canyon Trailhead on Hualapai Way north of Alta Drive. Trudy Temple, Ward 2 appointee to the Senior Citizens' Advisory Board, is coordinating the new walking group. Meetings are set to resume after the summer break on Sept. 14. The trailhead loop is 1 mile, and the intent is to walk two loops. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov/information.

Current Events West, a discussion group, plans to meet from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays at the JCC, 8689 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 180. It is open to all. Call 702-794-0090.

The Rotary Club of Las Vegas-Summerlin invites the Summerlin business community to breakfast and fellowship Tuesday mornings at 7:15 a.m at TPC Summerlin, 1700 Village Center Circle. Email Pat Landaker at summerlinrotary@rotarysummerlin.org.

The nonprofit Las Vegas Crafters Guild meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month. Meetings are open to the public and consist of a short business portion, followed by an educational program. Meetings are at Michaels, 7195 Arroyo Crossing Parkway. Call 702-260-0932. For membership information, visit lasvegascraftersguild.com.

Named for the 10-13 call for an officer who needs assistance, the Las Vegas 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.

The German Friendship Club plans to meet at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month at the Trails Community Center, 1910 Spring Gate Lane. Call 702-254-2590.

The Las Vegas chapter of the American Merchant Marine Veterans invites past and present Merchant Mariners to its meetings, set for 11 a.m. the third Friday of every month except August at the Red Rock Moose Club, 4970 W. Charleston Blvd. Call Bill Galvez at 702-732-0888.

Sports Talk, a discussion group, is set to meet at 9:30 a.m. Fridays at the St. Tropez Buffet at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. The group is open to all. Call 702-794-0090.

Free classes:

Atria Seville, 2000 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to offer a chair yoga and meditation class for seniors from 2 to 3 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. The class is led by master Mitch Menik and is open to the public. Sign in at the front desk. Visit atriaseville.com or call 702-804-6800.

Free Fly Fishing 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.

Mindfulness and Insight Meditation is planned for 4:15 p.m. Sundays at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

Matt Hennager plans to offer free guitar lessons for beginners from noon to 1 p.m. the first three Sundays of each month at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Arrive 15 minutes early to tune your guitar. Call 702-507-3630 or 702-533-3611.

Churches:

Grace Presbyterian Church's Hualapai campus, 4590 S. Hualapai Way, plans to host a free movie night at 6:30 p.m. the second Friday of every month. The next one is set for Dec. 11. All movies will be rated PG or PG-13. Doors are set to open at 6 p.m., and popcorn and snacks will be provided. Call 702-384-4554.

The Birds of the Air Food 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.

Central Christian Church's Summerlin congregation is scheduled to meet at Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School, 2015 S. Hualapai Way, at 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon Sundays. Visit centralonline.tv/summerlin.

At Tivoli Village:

Free parent and child tennis clinics by the United States Tennis Association Nevada are planned for the first Sunday of every month for children 8 or younger in the Children's Play Area at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd. The clinic for 3- to 5-year-olds is planned from 1:30 to 2 p.m. and for 6- to 8-year-olds from 2 to 2:30 p.m. Visit tivolivillagelv.com.

The Fresh52 farmers market is open for the season at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd., with new vendors. The market is planned from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. On select dates, guests can also enjoy special events, live entertainment, chef demonstrations and free arts and crafts for kids. Ride a bicycle to the market and receive a 10 percent discount. Visit tivolivillagelv.com.

A Home 4 Spot Animal Rescue plans to host pet adoptions from noon to 3 p.m. the second, third and fourth Sundays at Petco, 10000 W. Sahara Ave. Adoptions are scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. the first Sunday at Shaggy Chic Pet Salon at Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd. Visit ahome4spot.com.

At Village Square:

A Third Thursdays event is planned at Village Square, 9400 W. Sahara Ave., the third Thursday of each month. They provide the community with fun activities while taking advantage of promotions at the shops and restaurants in the center. Visit govillagesquare.com or call 702-715-4110.

At Downtown Summerlin:

Fit4Mom plans to host Stroller Barre classes from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

Downtown Summerlin is offering a farmers market curated by Kerry Clasby, also known as The Intuitive Forager, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays at the Pavilion on Festival Plaza Drive between Rosemary and Oval Park drives. The market features 90 percent organic produce and plans to host cooking demonstrations, live music, classes dedicated to ecological stewardship and tasting events. Visit downtownsummerlin.com.

The U.S. Tennis Association plans to host free tennis clinics for children ages 3 to 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays in the Macy's Court at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. The clinics are designed to introduce the sport to children and teach basic skill sets. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

Rampart Casino entertainment:

Addison's Lounge in the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to host free weekly live entertainment. Upcoming acts include Rev It Up, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Dec. 31 and 7 p.m. to midnight Jan. 1 and 2. Call 702-507-5900.

J.C.'s Irish Sports Pub inside the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to host free weekly live music 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Call 702-869-7725.

The Rampart Casino's Round Bar, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to present live music throughout the week. Upcoming acts include More & Gendel, 4 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 31; and Mark O' Toole, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 31. Call 702-507-5900.

Bonkerz Comedy Club inside Addison's Lounge at the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., has acts slated for 7 p.m. Thursdays. Admission is free and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 6 p.m. Call 702-507-5980.

Red Rock Resort entertainment:

Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to feature Mahi Crabbe from 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays in T-Bones Chophouse. Cali & Jared are set to perform from 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays (dark Dec. 31). Dave Ritz is scheduled to perform from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 31. Steven Raper is set to perform from 6 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Line dancing is planned from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursdays (dark Dec. 31) in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., for guests 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Zowie Bowie, featuring Chris Phillips, is scheduled to perform Fridays in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Doors open at 10 p.m. for guests 21 or older. A New Year's Eve performance is planned from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. and is $20 at the door. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Daniel Park is scheduled from 8 to 11 p.m. Fridays at Hearthstone. William Wolf is set to perform from 8 p.m. to midnight Dec. 31. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Live music is scheduled from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays in Onyx Bar at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Guests must be 21 or older. Rick Duarte is scheduled from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays and Tony Venniro from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturdays. Tyler Rich is scheduled from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 31. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Live music is scheduled from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturdays in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Lucille's plans to host live entertainment from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturdays. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

The Bingo Room at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to feature live music for guests 21 or older from 10 a.m. to noon Sundays. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Local entertainment:

Friday Night Band Night is set to present live rock, blues or country bands at 7:30 p.m. Fridays at The Summit, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Admission is $10 with a one-drink minimum. Call 702-240-1311.

Las Vegas Accordion Club members Walter Piortrowski, Etta Baykara, Betty Guthrie, Mary Kaplan and Bob Schoffstall are scheduled to perform from 1 to 4 p.m. every third Saturday at the Food Factory, 4140 S. Durango Drive. Visit facebook.com/LVAccordions.