Summerlin Area Community Events Calendar, May 19-25, 2016

THE WEEK’S BEST BETS

1. Smooth JazzFest 2016: The free event is scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m May 21 at Police Memorial Park, 3250 Metro Academy Way. Three artists are set to perform: vocalist Allison Adams-Tucker, saxophonist Darren Motamedy and guitarist Dirk K. Refreshments and drinks will be available for purchase at a cash bar. Lawn seating is available; bring lawn chairs and blankets.Visit allisonadamstucker.com, dirkk.com, and darrenmotamedy.com, or call 702-229-3514.

2. “Crazy for You”: The Gershwin musical comedy is set for six performances at Faith Conservatory of the Fine Arts at Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School, 2015 S. Hualapai Way. Performances are set for 7 p.m. May 20 and 21 and 4 p.m. May 22. Tickets start at $12. Visit FaithConservatory.com.

3. Red Rock Archaeology Day: The free event is set from 9 a.m. to noon May 21 at the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area Visitor Center, 1000 Scenic Loop Drive. The Bureau of Land Management is expected to host table-top educational exhibits provided by Archaeo-Nevada, the Old Spanish Trail Association, Friends of Red Rock and the Red Rock Interpretive Association, related to the preservation/conservation of archaeology on the conservation area. Contact Mark Boatwright at mboatwri@blm.gov or 702-515-5359.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Golf season kickoff: TPC Las Vegas is set to host a free event from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 21 at TPC Las Vegas, 9851 Canyon Run Drive, for parents and kids to kick off the 2016 PGA Junior League Golf season and learn more about area junior golf programs. Representatives from the PGA Southwest Section, Southern Nevada Golf Association and Southern Nevada Junior Golf Association will be onsite to share information on area junior golf programs. A barbeque lunch will be served beginning at 10:30 a.m. and the Divot the Clown golf show at 11 a.m. Call 702-256-2000.

“Vintage Urban Collection”: Artist Alexander Huerta’s exhibit will be on display during regular library hours through June 19 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. The exhibit features scratchboard and collage techniques on wood in a largely monochromatic series featuring clippings from vintage publications. Visit lvccld.org.

Jewish University Presents — Out of this World: The Jewish Afterlife with Rabbi Meth is planned from 7 to 8:45 p.m. May 19 and 26 and June 2 at the Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada, 8689 W. Sahara Ave. The cost is $15 or $12 for JCC members. Register at jccsn.org.

Streetfest: The second annual event is planned May 21 and 22 at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd. It includes live music, wine tastings, food and shopping events and specials. Visit tivolivillagelv.com.

Jazz & Wine Festival: Jazz music and wine tastings are scheduled for May 20 and 21 at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd. A Friday night concert is set to kick things off, followed by tastings Saturday from local and regional wineries and different genres of jazz on the main stage. Visit tivolivillagelv.com.

The In Its Entirety Concert Series: The Police’s “Synchronicity” album and the “Best of the Police” are set to be performed at 7:30 p.m. May 20 in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets are $15. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Dive-in Movie Night: The all-ages event featuring “Flushed Away” is set for May 21 at the Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. The cost is $4 per person. Call 702-229-1488.

Sunshine & Sparkles Pool Kickoff Party: The launch of the pool season is planned from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 21 at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., and Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway. It is open to the public with a $15 cover charge. Visit redrock.sclv.com or greenvalleyranch.sclv.com.

Rainbow Youth Soccer League signups: Early-bird signups for games for girls or boys ages 2 to 18 are planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 21 at the Desert Breeze Soccer Complex snack bar, 8275 Spring Mountain Road, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 4, 11, 18 and 25 and July 2, 9, 16 and 23 at Villa Pizza 3385 S. Durango Drive. To sign up, participants should bring a copy of their birth certificate, a wallet-size photo and $105 on May 21 or $125 the following dates in cash, check or money order. The fee includes 10 games, a picture plaque and a uniform. Call 702-873-1451 or visit ryslsoccerleague.com.

April Wine: The Canadian rock group is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 21 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $35 plus tax and fees. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

Showgirl Follies: “Merci” is set for 7 p.m. May 21 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Call 702-240-1301.

Asian Flowers Festival Marketplace: The second annual event, highlighting the beauty of the culture and flowers of Asia and the Pacific Islands, is planned from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 21 and 22 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Artisan craft vendors, an adult painting class, children’s activities and live performances and demonstrations are planned, as well as food for purchase. Admission is free. Call 702-507-3631 or visit lvccld.org.

Jewish University — Fiction Fantasy, Suspense, Romance: “The Bible” A Good Read with Rabbi Craig Rosenstein is planned from 7 to 8:45 p.m. May 25 at the Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada, 8689 W. Sahara Ave. The cost is $15 or $12 for JCC members. Register at jccsn.org.

Spring Mountain Ranch Docents: Volunteer docents are needed at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. The next training classes are scheduled for June 4, 11, 18 and 25. To volunteer, contact Carlo Luzzi at carlo6180@yahoo.com or 702-355-9341.

WORTH A DRIVE

Decadence in the Desert: The culinary and art event featuring dozens of local artists, food trucks, entertainment and sampling of Ethel M Chocolates is planned from 4 to 9 p.m. May 19 at the chocolate factory, 2 Cactus Garden Drive. It is free and open to the public, but the tasting room is $9.99 per person. A portion of the proceeds raised during the event are to be donated to Opportunity Village. This is the last event of the season, and it will return in the fall. Visit ethelm.com/tastingroom.

Aircraft carrier reunion: Veterans from the USS Ticonderoga, a retired 40,000-ton Essex type class attack carrier, are set to hold their annual reunion May 19-23 at the Gold Coast, 4000 W. Flamingo Road. The veterans are set to tour Hoover Dam, the Strip and the Atomic Testing Museum. Call Lloyd Frank at 702-361-6660.

All-Star Showcase: More than 750 students from 14 local elementary and middle schools are slated to perform music and dance numbers in the 12th annual All-Star Showcase from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. May 19 in the amphitheater at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Performances scheduled for the After-School All-Stars program are set to include mariachi band, choir, drumline, hip-hop dance, cheer, ballet folklorico, drama and more. Visit asaslv.org.

“Titus Andronicus Jr.”: The play, written and directed by Las Vegas resident Troy Heard, is set for performances at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, May 19-28, and 5 p.m. May 22 at the Onyx Theatre, 953 E. Sahara Ave., No. 16B. The play, inspired by Shakespeare’s bloodiest tragedy, features a cast of children. Tickets are $20. Visit onyxtheatre.com or purchase tickets at the box office an hour before show time.

County Commissioner Debate: District B County Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick and Commissioner Steve Ross are set to debate from 5:30 to 8 p.m. May 19 at Cram Middle School, 1900 W. Deer Springs Road. Jon Ralston will moderate. Democratic candidates are invited to speak for one minute with no questions, including Catherine Cortez Masto, Senate candidate. This event is sponsored by North Valley Democratic Club, North Las Vegas Democratic Club, Nevada Democratic, Veterans and Military Families Caucus, Stonewall Democratic Club, and Young Dems Democratic Club. Refreshments are planned.

Pajama Night: The free event, put on by the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, is planned from 6 to 9 p.m. May 20 at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. The night is expected to include games, an organized pillow fight, a family-friendly movie, a pajama costume contest, a cooking project, a pancake creation station and a breakfast potluck. Register at eventbrite.com or call 702-257-5538.

Champagne Luncheon and Fashion Show: Dress for Success Southern Nevada’s fourth annual event is planned from noon to 2:30 p.m. May 20 at the Four Seasons Hotel, 3960 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Along with a three-course meal, a fashion show featuring items from Saks Fifth Avenue is planned, along with a pop-up shop with hats by local designer Louisa Voisine and a silent auction sponsored by Bank of Nevada. General admission tickets, which include the luncheon and after-party, are $150 per person ($135 for Little Black Dress Club members). Tables of 10 are available. Visit dressforsuccesssouthernnevada.org or email eventinfo@dfssouthernnevada.org.

Women in Technology Awards: Las Vegas Community Tech Fund, HiTech Las Vegas LLC and WomenAdvancing are slated to honor Las Vegas technical professionals from 6 to 9 p.m. May 20 at Fresh Wata, 3905 W. Diablo Drive. Tickets are $25. Visit vegaswomentechawards.net.

Sherry Gordy Summer Breeze Birthday Bash: The event for Sherry Gordy, daughter of Motown founder Berry Gordy, is slated from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. May 20 at the Fiesta Rancho’s Club Tequila, 2400 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is $5 before 8 p.m. and $10 after 9 p.m. Guests must be 21 or older. Call 702-631-7000.

“Five”: The exhibition of paintings, sculptures, videos, installations, and photographs from contemporary artists based in Los Angeles and New York is set to be on display from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays, May 20 through Sept. 10, at the Barrick Museum at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. A public opening event is scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. May 21. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

Equine & Wine: White Horse Youth Ranch plans an Equine & Wine dinner event from 6:30 to 9 p.m. May 20 at the 8390 W. Windmill Lane ranch. Attire is casual elegance. The event is set to include a five-course dinner with wine pairings and entertainment by singer Chadwick Johnson. Tickets are $175. The ranch offers free horsemanship programs for young people dealing with social issues such as bullying, divorce, death, military separation and illness. Visit whyranch.org.

New Vista Community Wine Walk: The walk is set from 7 to 10 p.m. May 21 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Each walk is set to showcase a variety of food and wine throughout Town Square and feature 15 wines for sampling. The cost is $25 per person in advance or $30 the day of the event. Individuals must be 21 or older to attend. Visit winewalklv.com. or call 702-269-5000.

Yard sale: The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary plans its annual yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 21 at 2900 Palomino Lane.

The second annual VIVA Award: The Vegas Icon Visionary Awards are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. May 21 at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. The event, hosted by Clint Holmes and Kelly Clinton-Holmes, is set to honor arts activists Ken Hanlon and Keith Thompson and feature the work of local visual artists and musicians and showcase fashion and couture. Proceeds will benefit the Forgotten Song Foundation Inc., dedicated to recognizing, remembering and sustaining the visual artists and performance artistry of live music. Tickets range from $75 to $150. Visit tinyurl.com/viva2016 or call 702-229-1012.

The Clark County Commodore Computer Club: The group is set to meet from 9 to 11 a.m. May 21 in Room 16 in the Clark County School District Adult Education Campus, 2701 E. St Louis Ave. Email Al Jackson at jackonmeister@gmail.com or Forrest Nettles at flnettles@hotmail.com, or call 702-363-3331, ext. 5.

Ice Cream Festival: Visitors can enjoy stations featuring ice cream sundaes, novelties and root beer floats during the all-you-can-eat Ice Cream Festival scheduled from 10 a.m. t0 4 p.m. May 21 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Also on the schedule is entertainment by Chimps on a Blimp, face painting and an ice cream-eating contest. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for children 3 to 12 and free for children 2 or younger. For an extra $3, kids can learn about ice cream science and the edible parts of a cactus and create their own ice cream flavor during classes scheduled for 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Visit springspreserve.org.

Blues & Brews Festival: A festival featuring local, regional and international brewers and bands The 44’s, Shanda & The Howlers, and The Lucky Cheats, is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. May 28 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Tickets are $35 in advance or $75 for VIP admission that includes access to an indoor, air-conditioned lounge with free food and exclusive beer offerings. Admission at the gate is $40 if available. Each entry includes a sampling mug and unlimited beer samples. Visit springspreserve.org.

“Tuna Does Vegas”: Two actors are set to play multiple characters in the comedy performance scheduled at 8 p.m. May 19-21 and 2 p.m. May 22 at the Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $24 for adults and $21 for seniors and students. Visit lvlt.org.

“North East”: The exhibition is planned from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays through July 2 at the Left of Center Art Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road. The exhibition is set to feature artists who have either grown up in, worked in or have had some connection to the northeast area of Las Vegas, including Fawn Douglas, Justin Favela, Anthony Johnson, Ashanti McGee, Jerry Misko, Ras One, Krystal Ramirez, Checko Salgao, Lance Smith, David Veliz and Mikayla Whitmore. Call 702-647-7378.

PLAN AHEAD

Aries Spears: The stand-up comedian is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 28 and 29 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $35. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

Sun City Summerlin Garage Sale: The annual garage sale, which includes an arts and crafts sale, has been rescheduled for 7 a.m. to noon May 28 at the Mountain Shadows Community Center parking lot, 9107 Del Webb Blvd. Admission is free.

Salsa Hub: The nonprofit plans to host dancing from 6 p.m. to midnight May 28 on the main stage at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd. Visit tivolivillagelv.com.

Variety at the Suncoast: The performance is slated for 1 p.m. June 2 at the Suncoast showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. It is free for B Connected members. Visit suncoastcasino.com.

Coffee with the Councilman: The meeting is set from 7:30 to 9 a.m. June 3 at Egg Works, 2025 Village Center Circle. Join Ward 2 Councilman Bob Beers for coffee and conversation. Call 702-445-7330.

Ward 4 Summer Splash: The all-ages event is set from noon to 2 p.m. June 4 at Durango Hills Community Center/YMCA Pool, 3521 N. Durango Drive. It is free and open to Ward 4 residents. Attendees can swim for free, listen to a disc jockey, participate in raffles, games, prizes, contests and refreshments while supplies last. Call 702-240-9622.

Queen of the Night: The performance is slated for 7:30 p.m. June 4 at the Suncoast showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $17.50. Visit suncoastcasino.com.

Stars of Today and Tomorrow: The Las Vegas Jazz Society plans the event with guest artists Pete Barbutti, Las Vegas Boneheads, Jam Sandwich Quartet and the UNLV Jazz Singers for 2 p.m. June 5 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Call 702-240-1301.

Variety at the Suncoast: The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. June 6 at the Suncoast showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. It is free for B Connected members. Visit suncoastcasino.com.

Golf 4 Kids tournament: Golfers throughout Southern Nevada are invited to take part in the fourth annual Golf 4 The Kids tournament June 6 at Red Rock Country Club, 2250 Red Springs Drive. The event is a fundraiser for Cure 4 The Kids Foundation and the Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation. The event will be limited to 144 golfers. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Call Dawn Marie Pavuk at 702-732-0952 or email dmpavuk@cure4thekids.org. Visit golf4thekids.org.

Unite at night Walk: The Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation plans to host the event at 7:30 p.m. June 11 at the Kellogg-Zaher Soccer Complex, 7901 W. Washington Ave. Registration for the 5K for runners is $35 and $20 for ages 12 or younger (raise $50 and get the fee waived). There is no registration fee to walk. Visit csfinfo.org/csf-unite-night.

Bee Gees and Beyond: The performance is slated for 7 p.m. June 11 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Call 702-240-1301.

Let’s Hang On: The group is set to perform 7:30 p.m. June 11 at the Suncoast showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $22. Visit suncoastcasino.com.

Splash-Tivity Competitive Aquatics Teams: Teams for ages 7 to 17 are set to begin practice the week of June 13 at Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. The cost is $35 for eight weeks. Participate in a novice competitive swimming, diving, synchronized swimming or water polo team. This program is offered at each city of Las Vegas swimming pool. Call 702-229-1488.

Special Consensus & Red Rock Ramblers show: The event is set for 7 p.m. June 13 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $15. Call 702-240-1301.

Dash and Splash: The all-ages event is planned for 7:30 a.m. June 18 at Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. Is is set to start with a 1.5-mile run that begins at Pavilion Center Pool and winds through Veterans Memorial Park. The race will conclude with a 300-meter swim. There is no age limit, but participants must be able to swim 100 meters successfully. The cost is $15 per person. Call 702-229-1488.

American Red Cross Babysitter Training: The training for ages 11 to 15 is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 18 and 25 at Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. The cost is $75. Call 702-229-1488.

Michael Grimm: Mistinguett Productions is set to present the show at 7 p.m. June 18 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Call 702-240-1301.

Dive-in Movie Night: The all-ages event featuring a screening of “How To Train Your Dragon” is set for June 18 at Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and the show starts at 8 p.m. The cost is $4 per person. Call 702-229-1488.

The Piano Men: The group is scheduled to perform at 7:30 p.m. June 18 at the Suncoast showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $17.50. Visit suncoastcasino.com.

Dear Ol’ Dad’s Day: The all-ages event is slated from noon to 5 p.m. June 19 at Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. The cost is $2 for ages 4 to 17 and 50 or older, $3 for 18 to 49, and free for fathers and children up to age 3. Dads also receive free admission to swim when accompanied by their child at Municipal, Pavilion Center, Garside and Freedom Park pools.

Junior Lifeguard Camp: The training for ages 11 to 14 is set from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, June 20-24, at Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive. The cost is $150 per one-week camp. Participants earn Junior Lifeguard certification upon successful completion. Call 702-229-1488.

Beers with Beers: The event for ages 21 or older is set from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. June 23 at Westcliff Station, 7614 Westcliff Drive. Join Ward 2 Councilman Bob Beers for an adult beverage and conversation. Call 702-255-1627.

Mah Jongg World Championship: The event is scheduled 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.

Kickball Signups: Summer II Coed Adult Kickball for ages 18 or older registration is set to open June 27 through July 5 for play beginning July 14. Play is planned at Veterans Memorial softball fields, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive. The cost is $250 per team. Contact the Municipal Sports Unit at 702-229-1642.

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.

ONGOING EVENTS

Groups, societies and clubs:

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.

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. Visit 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 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 Tuesday mornings 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 or address any questions to Don or Teri at donrosiew@gmail.com or terikoehler@gmail.com.

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. Call 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, 657N. 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 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 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. Visitlvten13.com or contact club president Peter Trimboli at 702-349-5313 or trimbil.peter@yahoo.com.

The nonprofit Las Vegas Crafters Guild meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month at Michaels, 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.

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 Bill Galvez at 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.

Yoga with Christian is planned from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursdays at MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. The cost is $5 per class. RSVP by calling 702-233-5474 or visiting mountainview-hospital.com.

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 expecting mothers. Kids’ ages range from newborn to elementary school. Visit momsclublasvegas.com or call 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 visit 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. 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.

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 visit 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, 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. 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. The Friday schedule includes The New Retros, Feb. 26 and Feb. 27. 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.