Summerlin Area Community Events Calendar, Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2016

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. 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.

2. Ward 2 Walkers: The group plans to meet at 8 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Hualapai Canyon Trailhead on Hualapai Way north of Alta Drive. Join Ward 2 Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers for exercise and conversation. The trailhead loop is 1 mile, and the intent is to walk two loops. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov/information or call 702-229-2144.

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

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

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

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.

The Path to Mobilizing People: Motivational speaker James "Hsuperman" Hsu is set to speak on connecting, inspiring and impacting others to take action from 1 to 3 p.m. Jan. 30 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The event is free. Call 702-507-3631 or visit lvccld.org.

Rainbow Youth Soccer League signups: The signups are planned from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 30 and Feb. 6 at Villa Pizza, 3385 S. Durango Drive. The cost is $125, and the fee includes 10 games, a complete uniform and picture plaque. The league is coed for ages 2 to 18. Bring a copy of birth certificate or shot records. Visit ryslsoccerleague.com or call 702-873-1451.

Radon Awareness: Jamie Roice-Gomes is set to provide an overview of radon, including the associated health risks, and how to test and fix a home with a radon problem, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Free home test kits will be available. Call 702-507-3711.

Red Hot Expo: The Large Vision Business Network Mixer's next event is set from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 2 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Business exhibits, the LVBNM Chefs Corner, live entertainment, raffle drawings and a Diamond Party hosted by D&R House of Diamonds is planned in the Grand Ballroom as part of the Valentine's Day-themed expo, which is open to guests 21 or older. Free tickets are available. Contact Paula and Sylvester Jackson at lvbnmlasvegas@aol.com or 702-639-6964.

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

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

Women's Wellness Workshop: Sari Dennis of My Wellness Counts plans to offer the workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through Feb. 6. It will include women-to-women support strategies, exercises in bonding, taking charge of eating habits and getting a hands-on look at ways to make recipes healthier with simple changes. Lunch is included. The cost is $325 for four sessions. Space is limited. Visit mywellnesscounts.com.

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

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

Lifeguard training: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training classes are planned for those 15 or older on weekends or nights beginning in January at Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. Trainees must pass the prerequisites on the first day before they are taught and certified in lifeguard training, CPR/AED and first aid. Call 702-229-1488 or visit lasvegasparksandrec.com.

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

Polar Bear Plunge: The all-ages event is slated for 9 a.m. Feb. 13 at Garside Pool, 250 S. Torrey Pines Drive. Registration is open at Pavilion Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. The cost is $3 in advance and $5 the day of the event. The cost includes hot chocolate after the swim. Children must swim with an adult. Proceeds will be used to purchase swim attire for those in need during the summer 2016 season. This event is co-sponsored by Ward 1 Las Vegas City Councilwoman Lois Tarkanian. Call 702-229-1488.

Youth Soccer League Registration: Registration is open until full for ages 3 to 10 at the Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, for Saturday games set to start March 19. The cost is $45 for ages 3 and 4 and $55 for ages 5 to 10. Youths will play in age divisions, with one weekly practice and one game on Saturdays at All American Park, 1551 S. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-229-1100.

The Clark County Artists Guild Winter Arts Celebration:The exhibit is set to be open during regular library hours through Feb. 23 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, featuring more than 70 artists including woodworkers, jewelers and painters. Call 702-507-3860 or visit lvccld.org.

"Hues of Emotion": The art exhibit by Christine Binns is set to run through March 6 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. 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.

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

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.

WORTH A DRIVE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fine art paint parties: City Lights Art Gallery, 3 E. Army St., plans to host the events from 6 to 9 p.m. the second and fourth Saturday of the month for up to 10 participants. Artists are set to lead the events. The cost is $35 per person and includes all art materials and refreshments. The parties are meant to raise funds for scholarships benefiting local art students. Call 702-260-0300 or email citylightscoop@centurylink.net to RSVP. Visit citylightsartgallery.com.

Sinatra's Centennial: The Las Vegas News Bureau plans to celebrate Frank Sinatra's 100th birthday with photographs in an exhibit set to run through March 20 during regular hours at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-6030.

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

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

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

PLAN AHEAD

Women and Heart Disease: The Heart Healthy event is set from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Feb. 4 at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive. Free blood pressure checks and health and wellness information are planned, along with the opportunity to speak with cardiac educators on a variety of topics. Visit summerlinhospital.com.

Discovery Italy — A Cultural Perspective: The free monthly cultural presentation is planned from 6 to 7 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3631 or visit lvccld.org.

Homebuyer's Education Seminar: The Nevada Partners seminar is planned from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 4 and 8 in the meeting room at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Learn about the process from A to Z, including managing your money to achieve your financial goals; the importance of good credit; and sustaining homeownership once you've achieved it. Upon completion of this eight-hour seminar, the participant receives a Homebuyers Education Certificate, a requirement for most down payment assistance programs. The workshop is free and open to the public. To register, call 702-924-2100, ext. 230. Additional sessions are planned in February. Call 702-507-3717 or visit lvccld.org.

Meet Your Councilman: Ward 2 Coffee with the Councilman is planned from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Feb. 5 at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, 9091 W. Sahara Ave. Join Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers for conversation about Ward 2 and Las Vegas. Call 702-229-2144.

"The Philosophy of Form and Color": An artist reception for the exhibit by Eyob Mergia is scheduled from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 5 at The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The exhibition, set to run Feb. 5 through April 2, features drawings, murals and colorful, multi-panel paintings that borrow from Cubism, Abstract Expressionism and the emotional realism of the Baroque period. Call 702-507-3630 or visit lvccld.org.

Funday Fridays — American Heart Month: The event is set from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 5 at the Desert Breeze Aquatic Facility, 8275 Spring Mountain Road. Health Education, games, crafts and open swim are planned for the first Friday of each month. The event is open to all ages and regular admissions apply. Call 702-455-7798.

Scenes from "The Odd Couple (Female Version)": The free performance is set for 7 p.m. Feb. 6 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Call 702-240-1301 or visit scscai.com.

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. February sessions are scheduled for Feb. 7, 14 and 21. Call 702-533-3611.

Growing Orchids: The Greater Las Vegas Orchid Society plans to present Fred Clarke speaking about The genus Catesetum at 2 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. A social hour is planned for 1 p.m., and an orchid sale, show and tell, food and refreshments also are planned. The meeting is free and open to the public. Call 702-845-4872.

Medicare information: The free session is planned at 2 p.m. Feb. 9 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. A representative from Nevada State Health Insurance Assistance Program will provide unbiased information and answer questions about Medicare. Learn more about benefits, Prescription D and other plans, deductibles and co-pays, how to file a claim, how to detect and report Medicare fraud and abuse, caregiver programs and information about open enrollment periods. Call 702-507-3761.

Rohr Jewish Learning Institute: The institute's new six-session winter 2016 course "The Jewish Course of Why" is set to begin Feb. 10 at Chabad of Summerlin, 2640 Regatta Drive. The course will span a range of topics from fun, light and off-the-beaten-track questions to more complex and controversial issues. All courses are open to the public, and attendees need not be affiliated with a particular synagogue, temple or other house of worship. Rabbi Yisroel Schanowitz of Chabad of Summerlin/Desert Shores is set to conduct the six sessions from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 10, 17 and 24 and March 2, 9 and 16. Call 702-855-0770 or visit myJLI.com.

Las Vegas Mayor's Cup International Showcase: The stay-and-play tournament for teams of boys and girls U12-U19 is planned for Feb. 12-15 at the Bettye Wilson Soccer Complex, Kellogg-Zaher Sports Complex and Ed Fountain Park, among other venues. The tournament is co-hosted by the city of Las Vegas and the Downtown Las Vegas Soccer Club. Team registration closed in December, but games are free for spectators. Call 702-229-2488, email info@lvmayorscup.com or visit vmayorscup.com.

Reading with Rascal: The next free session is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 13 in the multipurpose room of Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive. It's slated to be held the second Saturday of every month except for June, July and August. Children can read to a certified therapy dog. Refreshments are served. All ages are welcome. No church affiliation is necessary. Call 702-561-4143.

Beers with Beers: Ward 2 Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers plans to meet with residents 21 or older from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Road Runner Saloon, 921 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-229-2144.

"Man in Black — A Tribute to Johnny Cash": The show is slated for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20 and 21 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $24. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

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.

Author signing: Desert Author Series — An Afternoon with Dr. Earnest N. Bracey is set for 2:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Bracey is set to speak about the history of African American discrimination in the U.S. and Las Vegas. Book and CD sales/signings will take place after the presentation. Call 702-507-3631.

"West from Home": An artist reception for Valentin Yordanov is slated from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Feb 26 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. The exhibit, set to run during regular library hours Feb. 25 through April 19, features mixed-media paintings that combine twisting graphic lines with boldly colored shapes. Call 702-507-3860 or visit lvccld.org.

Scrapbook workshop: The event is scheduled for 11 a.m. Feb. 27 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Learn and share crafting techniques. Bring your own supplies and tools. Call 702-507-3861 or visit lvccld.org.

"African American Women in Pop Culture": The program is planned for 3:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Singer-songwriter, choreographer and fitness expert Keaira LaShae plans to discuss growing up as an African American woman with a dream surrounding music and dance followed by a performance. Book and CD sales/signings will take place after the presentation. Call 702-507-3631 or visit lvccld.org.

Extreme Thing Sports & Music Festival: The annual event, presented by Clark County Parks & Recreation, is set from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. April 2 at Desert Breeze Park, 8275 Spring Mountain Road at Durango Drive. A new layout is planned for 2016, with five concert stages, the Vegas AmJam (an amateur skate and BMX competition), vendor village and food area. General admission tickets are $20 in advance or, if available, $25 at the gate. Visit extremething.com.

Rita Rudner: The comedian is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. April 22 and 23 as part of the Comedy Rocks series in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets start at $25 and go on sale Feb. 5 at 10 a.m. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts or purchase tickets through Ticketmaster at ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.

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.

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 free West Side Photo Club plans to meet from 7 to 9 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive. It is looking for active, experienced photographers willing to share their knowledge and passion for digital photography. The varied meeting agenda promotes the technical, artistic and social aspects of photography. Email westsidephotoclub@yahoo.com to request a meeting agenda.

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. 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 Robbie Howard from 7 p.m. to midnight Jan. 29 and 30. 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. Upcoming acts include Drew Baker Jan. 29 and 30. 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 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. and High Rise from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Jan. 29 and 30. 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. Allan Stephan is set for Jan. 28. 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. 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 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. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Daniel Park is scheduled from 8 to 11 p.m. Fridays at Hearthstone. 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. 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.

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. 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.