Summerlin Area Community Events Calendar, July 14-20, 2016

THE WEEK’S BEST BETS

1. Jazz Nights: Join drummer Mike Candito as he presents Jazz at its Best, performing jazz, Latin and R&B with other Las Vegas musicians, at 7:30 p.m. July 16, 23 and 30 at Siena Italian Restaurant, 9500 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-360-3358.

2. Movie at Pool: Dive-In Movie Night for all ages is scheduled for July 16 at the Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. Doors are set to open at 7:30 p.m., and the movie to begin at 8 p.m. The cost is $4 per person. Swim while watching the animated family film “Alvin and the Chipmunks” on the big screen. Light refreshments will be available for sale. Call 702-229-1488.

3. Ice cream social: The Las Vegas Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society plans to host an ice cream social at 4 p.m. July 16 at Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive. Tickets are $10 for adults and $20 for a family. Children younger than 12 are admitted free. The Silver Statesmen Chorus and Barbershop Quartets are scheduled to perform. Visit silverstatesmen.com or call 702-525-9484.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Summer Screen Series: The free, family-friendly movie series is set for dusk Thursdays through Aug. 25 on Park Centre Drive near H&M at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. “Kung Fu Panda 3” is planned for July 14 and “Cinderella” for July 21. Patrons may bring their own blankets or lawn chairs. A special VIP section with viewing chairs is available for guests who spend a minimum of $20 at the center the day of the movie. Beverages and snacks will be for sale. Before the screenings, special character appearances, giveaways, prizes and free United States Tennis Association-hosted tennis clinics are planned. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1055.

In Its Entirety Concert: The Best of The Bee Gees Gold Album is set to be performed at 7:30 p.m. July 15 in Red Rock Resort’s Rocks Lounge, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets are $15. Attendees younger than 21 must be accompanied by an adult. Call 702-547-5300 or visit redrock.sclv.com.

Teen Input: The Teen Library Advisory Board plans to meet at 4 p.m. Fridays at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. The next dates are July 15 and Aug. 5 and 19. Call 702-507-3710.

Clothing donations needed: Be A SHERO plans to host a clothing drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 16 in the parking lot at 8989 W. Flamingo Road. Needed items include soft goods, clothing, linens and shoes. Proceeds will benefit the Be A SHERO Foundation. Email info@sherofoundation.org.

Abba Show: “Arrival From Sweden: Music of ABBA” is planned for 7:30 p.m. July 16 and 17 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $24. Visit suncoastcasino.com.

The Winning Edge Leadership Seminar: The event, presented by EMG Communications and featuring eight-year NFL veteran Vernon Fox, is planned for 9 a.m. July 16 at Faith Lutheran High School’s theater, 2015 S. Hualapai Way. A panel and speakers are planned, with a portion of proceeds to benefit the EMG Cares Foundation, with the mission to enhance the lives of people affected by social challenges through education. Visit EMGnv.com.

Jewish Genealogy Society of Southern Nevada: The group is set to meet at 1 p.m. July 17 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The scheduled speaker is Mary Barkan, editor of “Family Legacies.” The society meets at 1 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month, and meetings are open to the public. Visit jgssn.org or email info@jgssn.org.

Artisan Craft Festival: The event, themed Hawaiian Christmas in July, is planned from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 17 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Call 702-349-9095 or visit artisancraftfestival.com.

Free Summer Movies: Family-Friendly Summer Matinee Movies are scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesdays at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. The lineup includes: July 20, “The LEGO Movie”; July 27, “Pan”; Aug. 3, “The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water”; Aug. 10, “Tomorrowland”; and Aug. 17, “Hotel Transylvania 2.” Call 702-507-3860.

Flight Attendants’ Group: The Las Vegas Kiwi Club for retired flight attendants meets for lunch the third Wednesday of each month. The next meeting is set for July 20 at a location to be determined. Members are from American Airlines, TWA, Trans Caribbean, Reno Air, Ozark and USAir. Times and locations vary. Visit thekiwiclub.org or call 702-896-5496.

Kids Learning: Me and My Shadow for children ages 6 to 11 is slated for 4:30 p.m. July 20 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

Ebook Basics: Downloading eBooks to Your iPad, Tablet, Kindle Fire, Nook Color is planned for 11 a.m. July 21 and Aug. 4 and 10:30 a.m. Aug. 13 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.

“Dishing It Out 2016 — Vanity Plates”: The election-themed art exhibit is set to be open during regular library hours through July 24 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The exhibit, curated by Las Vegas photographer Diane Bush, features artists from across the country providing satirical, election-inspired work in a wide range of media, including select images representing each candidate fabricated on gold-rimmed, commemorative ceramic plates. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3630.

“Martin Kreloff/A Retrospective”: The exhibit is set to be on display during regular library hours through Aug. 6 in The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave., featuring pop art-influenced paintings, drawings and new media works allowing viewers to experience Kreloff’s 50-year journey as an artist and the many celebrities he’s met and painted. Call 702-507-6222.

Swim Games: Splash-Tivity Competitive Aquatics Teams (ages 7 to 17) is scheduled through Aug. 11 at the Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. The cost is $35 for eight weeks. Learn and participate in a novice competitive swimming, diving, synchronized swimming or water polo team. Call 702-229-1488.

Madness Tennis Camp: The camp is planned for children 5 to 13 through Aug. 19 at the Darling Tennis Center, 7901 W. Washington Ave. Activities include swimming, movies, mini golf, laser tag, bowling and games. The professional coaching staff at the center will group the children according to age and ability and focus on stroke development, competitive strategies and more. The camp also includes three field trips a week. Full-day camp is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $200 per session. Half-day camp is from 9 a.m. to noon for $120 per session. Before care will begin at 8 a.m., and after care will run from 3 to 5:30 p.m. The full-day camp with before and after care is $255 per session and the half-day camp with before care is $155 per session. Drop-in rates are also available each day for $50 for a half day and $70 for a full day. Camp participants should bring lunch. Family discounts are available. Call 702-299-2100.

Teen Summer Camp: Teen camp (ages 12 to 15) is planned from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday through Aug. 19. Youths will enjoy games, sports, movies, field trips, swimming, dance, science, art, reading and crafts. Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, will offer specialty themed-week camps. Call the center for details. Registration will remain open until full. Call 702-229-1100.

“All About Clay”: The exhibit by the Nevada Clay Guild is set to be on display through Aug. 21 during regular library hours at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, showing stoneware and porcelain works by guild members. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3860.

Friday Music Series: Downtown Summerlin announces its complimentary music series slated for every weekend through Sept. 3. The schedule is 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays and 5 to 8 p.m. Saturdays. Expect a different musical act in the outdoor Dining Arroyo. All acts are free and open to the public. A sampling of some of the performers includes Liberio, best known for his appearance on Season 4 of NBC’s “The Voice;” J. Russo, singer, songwriter and acoustic musician; Santiago, a 15-year-old vocalist, pianist and guitarist; and Ryan Maloney, another former contestant on Season 6 of “The Voice.” Visit downtownsummerlin.com.

WORTH A DRIVE

“IDAHO! The Comedy Musical”: Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. July 14-17 and 2 p.m. July 16 and 17 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $19 to $89. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.

Images of the King Las Vegas Elvis Festival: The event is scheduled July 14-17 at Sam’s Town, 5111 Boulder Highway. Elvis Presley tribute artists are set to perform each night in the style of a different era in Presley’s career. A tribute artist contest is set for July 15-17, with the top artist taking home $5,000. Weekend passes start at $131. Single-event tickets are also available. The Elvis ’56 event, headlined by Cody Ray Slaughter, is scheduled at 8 p.m. July 14. Tickets are $55 to $120. Tribute Artist Contest Round 1 is scheduled at 11 a.m. July 15. Tickets are $16 to $27. Elvis Meets the Beatles, headlined by Liverpool Legends, Cody Ray Slaughter and Ryan Pelton, is scheduled at 8 p.m. July 15. Tickets are $55 to $120. Tribute Artist Contest Round 2 is scheduled at 11 a.m. July 16. Tickets are $16 to $27. Elvis in Las Vegas — That’s the Way, headlined by Ben Portsmouth and Ryan Pelton, is scheduled at 8 p.m. July 16. Tickets are $55 to $120. Chasing Elvis Special VIP Event is scheduled at 11 a.m. July 17. Tickets are $16 to $27. Tribute Artist Contest Round 3 is scheduled at 2:30 p.m. July 16. Tickets are $22 to $33. Visit samstownlv.com or call 702-636-7075.

“Science Versus Fiction – Climate Change and Future Plans”: The exhibition is set to be on display from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday July 14 through Sept. 22 at Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main St. An artist’s reception is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 6. The invited artists interpreted the possible outcomes of the future by using science and/or science fiction as an influence. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-1012.

Polage art: The work of local artist Austine Wood Comarow featuring polarized filters and light is set to be on display July 15 through Sept. 18 in the Big Springs Gallery in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit springspreserve.org.

Night Hike: The free activity is planned from 8 to 9 p.m. July 15, 22 and 29 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road. The hike is rated easy with mostly paved paths and gravel over small hills. Participants are invited to bring a flashlight. Space is limited. Registration is required. Visit gomtcharleston.com or email programs@gomtcharleston.com.

Peter Pan prequel: Performances of “Peter and the Star Catcher,” a play by Rick Elice based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, are scheduled at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays July 15-31 at the Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $25. Visit lvlt.org.

“Memphis The Musical”: Super Summer Theatre performances of the musical are scheduled under the stars at 8:05 p.m. through July 16 and 20-23 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Tickets are $12.95 in advance for Wednesdays and Thursdays and $15.95 for Fridays and Saturdays and $20 at the gate if available. Children 5 or younger get in free. Visit supersummertheatre.org.

Michito Sanchez Salsa Orchestra: The free concert is planned from 7:30 to 9 p.m. July 16 at the Centennial Hills Park Amphitheatre, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive. Families are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets for lawn seating. Refreshments are set to be available for purchase. Visit artslasvegas.org.

Dress for Success Southern Nevada Power Walk: The event is scheduled 9 a.m. July 16 at the Miracle Mile Shops, 3663 Las Vegas Blvd South. Check in is set to begin at 7:30 a.m. The stores are set to open at 10 a.m., and many will offer special discounts to participants. Participants are encouraged to don their summer fashions to be health-conscious, fashionable, and charitable at the same time. Registration is $28 for adults, $20 for students with valid ID and $10 for children. Visit dressforsuccesssouthernnevada.org, call 702-684-6412 or email eventinfo@dfssouthernnevada.org.

Pagan Pride Las Vegas Project Ice Cream Social: The event is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. July 16 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Las Vegas, 3616 E. Lake Mead Blvd. Email info@lvpaganpride.org or call Ed Chase at 702-539-5996.

Big Band Jazz Concert: The event featuring the Saturday Night Live Band’s Steve Turre is scheduled 1 to 4 p.m. July 16 at the Judy Bayley Theatre at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Tickets are $22. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

Guided Hikes: The free activity is planned from 2 to 4 p.m. July 17 and 24 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road. An interpretive naturalist is set to lead small groups on an easy-to-moderate trail, sharing information about the trail, flora and fauna and the Spring Mountains. Space is limited. Registration is required. Visit gomtcharleston.com or email programs@gomtcharleston.com.

“Rainbows & Unicorns”: The Bubblegum Gallery, 1800 S. Industrial Road, Suite 207D, is slated to host a “Rainbows & Unicorns” group art show throughout July. In addition to the show, painting classes scheduled at the gallery include a “Harry Potter”-themed class July 23 and a “Nightmare Before Christmas”-themed class on July 30. All classes are from 6 to 8 p.m. Most paint classes are $20. Call 702-806-0930.

Hot yoga in the Neon Boneyard: The Neon Museum plans to offer one-hour hot yoga sessions with certified instructor Eileen Lorraine in its outdoor Neon Boneyard, 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North, at 5:30 p.m. July 20, and Aug. 3, 17 and 31. The class is appropriate for beginners to advanced yogis 18 or older (children must be accompanied by an adult guardian) and will consist of flowing vinyasa sessions set to vintage Las Vegas-inspired beats. Sessions are $18 for the public and $13 for museum members; neonmuseum.org/happenings or 702-387-6366.

Transgender Transformation Talk: The event is planned at 10 a.m. July 20 at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Drive. Missy Parker is scheduled to share her story of gender transition. Parker is a transgender woman who has won awards lecturing on transgender subjects around the country. The event is free, but registration is required. Call 702-229-1702.

20th Camp Cartwheel: The Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation plans to celebrate its 20th annual Camp Cartwheel at Torino Ranch Summer Camp for critically ill children and their siblings July 20-23 and 27-30. The event is a 24-hour medically supervised, outdoor and overnight camp experience for children diagnosed with cancer or other life- threatening illnesses and includes swimming, scuba diving, arts and crafts, canoeing, outdoor games, rock wall climbing and more for more than 200 campers, ages 5 to 17. Call 702-735-8434.

Shaquille O’Neal’s All Star Comedy Jam: The lineup of performers for Shaquille O’Neal’s All Star Comedy Jam is set to include Lavell Crawford, Cocoa Brown, Donnell Rawlins and K-Dub at 7:30 p.m. July 21 and Bill Bellamy, Bruce Bruce, Aida Rodriguez, Huggy Lowdown and Brian Smith at 7:30 p.m. July 22 in the Penn & Teller Theater at the Rio, 3700 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $73.75. Visit riolasvegas.com or ticketmaster.com.

Genealogy Fair: The Clark County Nevada Genealogical Society is scheduled to host an After Hours Genealogy Fair from 6 to 10 p.m. July 22 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Historian Mark Hall-Patton is expected to conduct a class at 7:30 p.m. RSVP is required at the library or by calling 702-492-7252.

Utah Puppet Theater presents “The Princess and the Pea”: The performance is scheduled at 7 p.m. July 20 and 10:30 a.m. July 21 at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. Tickets are $3. Visit artslasvegas.org, or call 702-229-1012.

Desert Survivor!: A new animal show is set to feature a rotating cast of critters including the desert night snake, desert tortoise, kangaroo rat, California kingsnake, desert tarantula, gopher snake, chuckwalla and more in 30-minute shows at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily through Aug. 21 inside the Big Springs Theatre in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Shows are free with paid admission. Visit springspreserve.org.

Dan Hernandez’s “Genesis:” The free exhibit is planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays through July 30 inside the College of Southern Nevada Fine Arts Gallery, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. The digital and mixed media artworks by University of Toledo Associate Professor of Art Dan Hernandez combine concepts, imagery and design taken equally from contemporary video games and from artwork of religious and historical significance. Call 702-651-4146.

PLAN AHEAD

Crafts for teens: Slime and Sludge for children ages 12 to 17 is scheduled for 3 p.m. July 21 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

Third Thursdays: The event is planned from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 21 at Village Square, 9400 W. Sahara Ave., and on the third Thursday of each month. It provides the community with family-friendly activities while taking advantage of promotions at the shops and restaurants in the center. Visit govillagesquare.com or call 702-715-4110.

Kids time: Footloose Fridays for children ages 3 to 6 are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. July 22 and Aug. 5 and 19 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. This upbeat music and movement series involves scarves, shakers and rhythm sticks. Call 702-507-3860.

Mah Jongg World Championship: The event is scheduled for July 22-24 at the Westgate Hotel, 3000 Paradise Road. Players can enter by winning a sanctioned tournament or buying in at a higher cost. Visit destinationmahjongg.com, or for sales information, email contact@destinationmahjongg.com.

Free Shredding and Pill Take Back: The next Clark County School District PD Pill Take Back Day event is set from 8 a.m. to noon July 23 at Palo Verde High School, 333 S. Pavilion Center Drive. Free document shredding is also planned. Call 702-366-5244 or 702-799-7830.

Dog Adoptions: The Hot-Diggity Dachshund Club and Rescue has partnered with Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd., to host a monthly Dachshund adoption event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every fourth Sunday of the month inside the entryway of fresh52 market. Upcoming dates are July 24, Aug. 28, Sept. 25 and Oct. 30. Visit lvhddcr.com.

“Love Letters by A.R. Gurney:” The show is planned for 2 p.m. July 24 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Call 702-240-1301.

Learn to Write: A Creative Writing and Fan Fiction Showcase for children 12 to 17 is planned for 3 p.m. July 25 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

Get Ready For School: Ready, Set, Kindergarten! for children 3 to 5 is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. July 26 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507- 3710.

Rock Shot Bingo: Bingo with glow sticks and a DJ is planned for 9 p.m. July 28 and Aug. 25 at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., with doors set to open at 8 p.m. Buy-in is $25. The first nine games pay $100 each, and the final game pays $1,000. Each winner also receives an additional prize. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Learn the Internet: Intro to the Internet is set to be offered at 2 p.m. July 28 and Aug. 25 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

Yoga at the Library: Yoga for Kids is set for Wednesdays at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Dates are July 27 and Aug. 3, 10 and 17 at 10:30 a.m. (ages 6 to 11) and 11:30 a.m. (ages 3 to 5). Bring a mat. Seating is limited. Registration is required. Call 702-507-3630.

Youth Competitors Event: Spirit Splash Night is set for 6 to 8 p.m. July 27 at the Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. The event is free to all city of Las Vegas competitive youth aquatic team participants. Call 702-229-1488.

Learn Email: Introduction to Email is slated for 11 a.m. July 28 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.

Dance Festival: The 18th Annual Las Vegas Dance in the Desert Festival is set to start at 10 a.m. July 29 and 30 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.

Comedian to Perform: Comedian Sommore is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. July 30 and 31 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $35. Visit suncoastcasino.com.

“Darin To Be Different”: Carmine Mandia is set to sing the music of Bobby Darin at 7 p.m. July 30 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $15. Call 702-240-1301.

Art exhibit: ”New Frontiers” by Valentin Yordanov is set to be on display during regular library hours Aug. 2 through Oct. 4 at The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

Crafts For Kids: Duct Tape Crafternoon for children 12 to 17 is set for 3 p.m. Aug. 2 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Participants will make fun duct tape crafts. Supplies will be provided. Call 702-507-3630.

Variety Show: The Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive, has scheduled “Variety at the Suncoast” for 2 p.m. Aug. 8 and 22. The show is free for B Connected members. Visit suncoastcasino.com.

“Oh, What a Night!”: The musical tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons is scheduled for 7 p.m. Aug. 19 and 20 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. The cost is $20. Call 702-240-1301.

Folk Songs: Hickory Wind plans to perform “A Good Old Fashioned Hootenanny!”at 7 p.m. Aug. 31 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. The cost is $12. Call 702-240-1301.

Teen Craft: End of Summer Scrapbook is slated for 3 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.

Kid Time: DUPLO Family Storytime for children 2 to 11 is scheduled for 3 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-3710.

Toddler Development: Family to Family Developmental Activities for children 2 to 5 are set for at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 8 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Join staff members from Family to Family Connection as they demonstrate activities to parents and toddlers that will build important skills such as sitting still for a story time, following directions or playing with others. Call 702-507-3710.

Kids’ Program: Odd Squad — Be the Agent for children 5 to 8 is scheduled for 4 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507- 3710.

Cupcake Decorating: Sweet Treats for Teens for children 13 to 17 is set for 4 p.m. Aug. 11 and 18 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.

Songs of the ‘70s and ‘80s: “California Dreamin’” is set for 7 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. The cost is $20. Call 702-240-1301.

Art exhibit: “Infrared” by Sean Russell is set for regular library hours Aug. 23 through Oct. 9 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. The exhibit features Russell’s photographic transfers of Big Lake, Minnesota and the Red Rock National Conservation Area, merging nature and technology. Call 702-507-3860.

“Duets … The Greatest Duets of All Time”: The show is slated for 7 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. The cost is $20. Call 702-240-1301.

Cycling Race: The 10th annual Clif Bar CrossVegas cyclo-cross race is scheduled for Sept. 21 at the Desert Breeze Soccer Complex, 8275 Spring Mountain Road. It is the largest cyclo-cross race event in the U.S., attracting 12,000 spectators and racers from 20 nations. Visit crossvegas.com.

Reading with Rascal: The reading events are scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12 and Dec. 10 in the multipurpose room of Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive. Children of all ages are invited to read to registered therapy dogs. Call 702-561-4143. 

Triple Dare Running Kids’ Fall Race: The event is planned for Oct. 8 at Bruce Trent Park, 1600 N. Rampart Blvd., and includes a 5K competitive, 5K non-competitive and 1-mile fun run. A Resolution Run is planned for Dec. 31 at Kellogg-Zaher Park, 7901 W. Washington Ave., with 5K and 10K runs. Sign up at tripledareruns.com.

ONGOING EVENTS

Groups, societies and clubs:

The Moms Club of Las Vegas Summerlin is welcoming new members. In addition to weekly playdates, Moms Club also hosts two to three events per week for all ages and typically include park playtime, factory tours and farmers markets. The club offers moms a chance to relax in a kid-free setting with refreshments and adult conversation. Moms Club Las Vegas Summerlin is open to all moms, including expectant mothers. Kids’ ages range from newborn to elementary school. Visit momsclublasvegas.com or call 541-350-1599.

The Las Vegas Civil War Roundtable meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month at Charlie’s Lakeside, 8603 W. Sahara Ave. Email secesh@lvscv.com or 702-858-9963.

The Las Vegas Farmers Market is planned from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays at Bruce Trent Park, 1600 N. Rampart Blvd. Call 702-562-2676.

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 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; clvgs7.wix.com/clvgs.

Ward 2 Walkers meet at 7 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Hualapai Trailhead Park, just north of Alta Drive on Hualapai Way. Join Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers for exercise and conversation. It is free and open to the public. Call 702-229-2144.

Current Events West, a discussion group, plans to meet from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays at the Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada, 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 Tuesdays at 7:15 a.m at TPC Summerlin, 1700 Village Center Circle. Email Pat Landaker at summerlinrotary@rotarysummerlin.org. Monthly bladder cancer support group meetings are planned for the fourth Wednesday of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive, in meeting room 1a. Patients and survivors of bladder cancer and their spouses, partners and caregivers are invited for informational and support meetings. RSVP to Don or Teri at donrosiew@gmail.com or terikoehler@gmail.com.

A cardiac support group is slated to meet at 10 a.m. the third Wednesday of each month in Classroom 1A at Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, 657 N. Town Center Drive; 702-233-7470.

A cardiac support group is set to meet from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month at Spring Valley Hospital, 5400 S. Rainbow Blvd. To RSVP, call 702-388-4888. This support group provides peer-to-peer patient support and education, including meeting others living with heart disease, learning how to live with heart disease, and having your questions answered by knowledgeable staff members.

A stroke survivors support group is set to meet from 3 to 4 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month at Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, 657 N. Town Center Drive. Call 702-233-7061.

A gynecological cancer support group is set to meet from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. the third Thursday of the month at Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, 657 N. Town Center Drive. The group is facilitated by Branda Kent, Nevada chapter leader for the Cervical Cancer Coalition; 702-233-7751.

A stroke support group is set to meet from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the third Friday of each month at Spring Valley Hospital, 5400 S. Rainbow Blvd., especially for adults 55 or younger but everyone is welcome; 702-853-3162.

The Jewish Singles Social Club for men and women plans its next meeting for 6:30 p.m. first Wednesday of the month at the Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada, 8689 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 180. It is free and open to the public; 702-233-8618 or 702-243-1761.

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.

The German Friendship Club is set 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.

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 it meets 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, call 702-349-5313 or email trimbolipeterd@yahoo.com.

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

The Westside Newcomers Club plans its monthly coffee event for prospective members at 9:15 a.m. the first Wednesday of each month at Temple Sinai, 9001 Hillpointe Road. The coffee event is for those new to the area. Visit westsidenewcomersclub.org or email wncmbrship@yahoo.com.

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 702-732-0888.

For those 50 or older, Seton Singles Meetings are planned at 5:30 p.m. the first Saturday of the month at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 1811 Pueblo Vista Drive. Gatherings include food, dine-outs, movie nights, card games or game nights, theatrical productions and other local activities. Email setonsingleslv@gmail.com.

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

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.

The Moms Club of Las Vegas Summerlin is recruiting new members. In addition to weekly play dates, Moms Club also hosts two to three events per week for all ages and typically include park playtime, factory tours and farmers markets. The club offers moms a chance to relax in a kid-free setting with refreshments and adult conversation. Moms Club Las Vegas Summerlin is open to all moms, including expectant mothers. Kids’ ages range from newborn to elementary school; momsclublasvegas.com or 541-350-1599.

Classes/services:

Free blood pressure screenings are scheduled from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays at the MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. Registration is required. Call 702-233-5474 or mountainview-hospital.com.

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; atriaseville.com or 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; basspro.com or 702-730-5200.

The free MS Stretch & Flex class for those with multiple sclerosis and H2U members ($5 fee for all others) is planned from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays at the MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. Registration is required. Call 702-233-5474 or mountainview-hospital.com.

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 a.m., 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:

The monthly Third Thursdays event is planned from 5:30 to 8 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at Village Square, 9400 W. Sahara Ave., to provide the community with fun activities and promotions at the shops and restaurants in the center. A car show and arts and crafts vendors are planned, along with raffle prizes and music. Visit govillagesquare.com or call 702-625-4108.

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. 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. 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 Tucker is 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.

Live music is scheduled from 8 to 11 p.m. Fridays in Hearthstone at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. 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. Fridays and Saturdays in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Lucille’s at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to host live entertainment from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturdays; 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; 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; 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.