Summerlin Area Things To Do, April 16-22, 2015

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Adam’s Place, a group that helps children and teens cope with grief and loss, plans to host its fifth annual fundraiser, Vintage and Vines, from 5 to 8 p.m. April 16 at Land Rover Las Vegas, 5255 W. Sahara Ave. Expect wine tasting and gourmet food samples from the Stratosphere, Capital Grille, Siena Italian Authentic Trattoria and Deli, along with a silent auction that includes a Land Rover LR2. Sponsorships are available. The cost is $75. Visit adamsplaceforgrieflasvegas.org.
Nonprofit Dinosaurs & Roses plans to operate a Pop Up Store at Downtown Summerlin, two doors down from Dillard’s at 10975 Sage Park Drive, Suite 170, through May 31. It features new, high-end art, furniture, home decor and jewelry. Hours are from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. All proceeds go to charity. Visit dinosaursandroses.org.
A string quartet from the Las Vegas Philharmonic is scheduled to perform at 2 p.m. April 16 in the dining room at Las Ventanas, 10401 W. Charleston Blvd. The event is a preview of the philharmonic’s April 25 concert. The event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are encouraged. Visit lasventanaslv.com/events.
Village Square, 9400 W. Sahara Ave., announces a new monthly series, Third Thursdays, set to kick off with a Rock ‘n Roll Auto Show from 6 to 8 p.m. April 16. The inaugural event will include special classic and custom cars parked around the perimeter of the parking lot closest to the business entrances, along with live music by Mark Alan and Friends. Village Square businesses will participate by offering discounts and promotions to participating guests and providing a raffle prize. Visit govillagesquare.com.
The Deacon’s Spring Explorer Series is set to continue at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 8601 Del Webb Blvd., with Vintage Vegas slated from 2 to 4 p.m. April 16. It will feature David VanZanten, director/founder of the Las Vegas Historical Society, showing Las Vegas history in photos and stories. Light refreshments are planned. Visit mviewpc.org or call 702-341-7800.
A Hiking Las Vegas talk is scheduled for 6 p.m. April 16 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Branch Whitney, local author of five hiking guide books including “Hiking Las Vegas,” plans to explain what to bring on a hike and how to be safe. Whitney has led more than 7,000 hikers to 100 peaks and is the creator of the 52 Peak Club. Call 702-507-3630.
In Celebration of City Lights Music Together’s 10th anniversary in Las Vegas, a free Music Together class is planned for 9 a.m. April 17 at Temple Beth Sholom, 10700 Havenwood Lane, for families with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Take home a free CD. To RSVP, email citylightsmusictogether@gmail.com. For more information, visit citylightsmusictogether.com or call 702-838-4751.
The 13th annual DJs for PJs event is scheduled from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 17. The daylong event will collect new pajamas for children in crisis. Local disc jockeys will encourage corporate and individual donations by broadcasting on site from two Kohl’s locations: 8671 W. Charleston Blvd. and 30 N. Valle Verde Drive in Henderson. The effort aims to collect 10,000 pairs of pajamas for local charities. Visit djsforpjs.org or by call 702-944-2464, ext. 21.
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada plans to host its fifth annual Heart of Hope luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 17 in the Red Rock Ballroom at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. This year’s recipients of the Heart of Hope Award will be the Investment Counsel Co., Randy Garcia, founder and CEO, and The Lied Foundation. A luncheon and award presentation are planned. Ticket sales and sponsorships will benefit Catholic Charities’ programs. Tickets are $175. Visit catholiccharities.com.
Marty Allen, accompanied by Karon Kate Blackwell, is set to perform at 7 p.m. April 17 in the Grand Ballroom at the JW Marriott, 221 N. Rampart Blvd. Tickets are $15 at the casino cage. Doors are set to open at 6 p.m. Visit marriott.com.
A free Flamenco guitar concert featuring RJ Fox is planned for all ages at 7 p.m. April 18 at Police Memorial Park, 3250 Metro Academy Way. Bring blankets, folding chairs and picnics but no pets or glass containers. Call 702-229-3514.
The program Steampunk Notebooks is scheduled at 3 p.m. April 18 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Goggles, gears and wheels will be provided. Call 702-507-3860.
Mistinguett Productions plans to present “The One & Many Voices of Jimmy James” at 7 p.m. April 18 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $18. Call 702-240-1301.
Hundreds of cyclists are expected to participate in Tour de Summerlin April 18, a noncompetitive cycling event that begins and ends at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. The event features a 40-, 60- and 80-mile ride through and around the master-planned community. The new courses include Summerlin’s dedicated bike routes, as well as wide, open desert roads with improved courses this year for those riding the longer routes starting and finishing at Downtown Summerlin. The ride will kick off with a Lululemon pre-ride stretch. The event benefits Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada. Out-of-town participants can rent bikes from McGhie’s Ski, Bike & Board (702-252-8077). Crazy Pita and Wolfgang Puck restaurants are offering special promotions for cyclists the day before and the day of the event. The 80-mile race is set to begin at 7 a.m.; the 60-mile ride at 7:45 a.m.; and the 40-mile at 8:30 a.m. Registration is $65. Visit tourdesummerlin.com or call 702-252-8077.
A free zumba and Eccoci fashion show is planned from 2 to 4 p.m. April 18 at Boca Park, 750 S. Rampart Blvd. The event is a send-off party for Helene Neville, who plans to set a world record by running the perimeter of the contiguous U.S. Neville is a four-time cancer survivor, nurse and author. Jaqueline Andrea will be leading Las Vegas Zumbstar instructors at the free event. The fashion show by Eccoci is scheduled from 3:30 to 4 p.m. Robin Leach is scheduled to introduce Neville while members of “Sexxy” at Westgate Las Vegas, a Michael Jackson tribute artist and Bourbon Room’s Marvelless Mark provide entertainment. Neville is set to depart Las Vegas April 26 and finish Sept. 5. She will turn 55 during her perimeter run.Visit oneontherun.com.
Showman Ben Vereen is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. April 18 and 19 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
An afternoon of choral singing is set for 3 p.m. April 19 at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 8601 Del Webb Blvd., as part of the Mountain Concert Series. Three choirs are set to perform: the College of Southern Nevada Chamber Choral, the CSN College Singers and The Desert Voices. Each will present a varied program featuring classical works as well as contemporary and folk songs. Admission is free with a passing-of-the-hat offering to support the respective music programs. Call 702-341-7800.
The Jewish Genealogy Society of Southern Nevada plans to meet at 1 p.m. April 19 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. A panel of experts will answer genealogy questions and provide new approaches. Email questions to carmont7@cox.net before the meeting. The society meets the third Sunday of each month. Meetings are free and open to the public. Membership applications will be available. Annual dues are $18 for individuals and $25 for a family (up to two members). Email info@jgssn.org or visit jgssn.org.
A yoga flexibility and balance class is set for 4:30 p.m. April 20 and May 4 and 18 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.
The National Association of Retired and Veteran Railroad Workers plans to meet at 10 a.m. April 21 at Skinny Dugans, 4127 W. Charleston Blvd. One of the group’s goals is to keep people knowledgeable about political actions that affect their pensions. Meetings are a good way to say connected, meet others who worked in the industry and share tales from days on the job. Visit narvre.info.
Origami LED Lanterns is set for 4:30 p.m. April 21 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Use a simple circuit to create an origami lantern that lights up. Call 702-507-3644.
A fiber arts workshop is set for 10:30 a.m. April 21 and May 19 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.
Beers with Beers (for those 21 or older) is set from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. April 21 at Angel Park Golf Course Patio Bar, 100 S. Rampart Blvd. Join Ward 2 Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers for a beer, live music and conversation about what is happening in Ward 2 and the city of Las Vegas. Call 702-229-2144.
A class on wildlife photography presented in partnership with the Clark County Wetlands Park is planned from 7 to 8:30 p.m. April 21 at REI at Boca Park, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. Join Nevada photographer and naturalist Sharon K. Schafer to learn the basics of wildlife photography. The event is free, but signups are encouraged. Call 702-951-4488.
Super Duper Craft Club — Dragons is planned for 4 p.m. April 21 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, for children 6 to 11. Crafting is inspired by the topic of the month is planned. Call 702-507-3860.
Russian-born singer and songwriter Marina V is slated to perform at 6 p.m. April 22 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. She plans to perform some of her original, award-winning songs in Russian and English and share her story about living in the Soviet Union and the time after its collapse. A meet-and-greet with merchandise for purchase is to follow the free concert. Call 702-507-3631.
The Victorian Railroad Ladies plans to meet from 5:30 to 8 p.m. April 22 at Black Bear Diner, 6180 W. Tropicana Ave. Look for the women dressed in turn-of-the-century hats. A community outreach event is planned for the fourth Wednesday of the month. Visit lasvegasrailroadsociety.org.
Teen Makerspace Lab is slated for 4 p.m. April 22 and May 6, 20 and 27 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Programs for children in grades 6-12 will focus on science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Call 702-507-3860.
Learn about trees and make your own tree house craft in celebration of Earth and Arbor days in a class set for 4:30 p.m. April 22 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave., for children 6 to 11. Call 702-507-3630.
Footloose Friday is planned at 10:30 a.m. for April 24 and May 8 and 22 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Children ages 3 to 5 are invited to dance with scarves, shakers and rhythm sticks. Call 702-507-3860.
Distill A Local Bar, 10820 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to present local musicians from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays on the patio. Patio Sessions are planned for: April 18, featuring Michael Anthony; and April 25, featuring Justin Mather. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit distillbar.com.
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. April sessions are set for April 19 and 26 and May sessions for May 3, 10 and 17. Arrive 15 minutes early to tune your guitar. Call 702-507-3630.
The Fabulous Las Vegas Scribes Membership show’s reception is set from 5 to 6:30 p.m. April 21 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. It will feature calligraphy, letter arts and paper arts. The exhibit is set to run through June 16. Call 702-507-3860.
Photographer/artist DANO plans an exhibit through April 28 at The Crepe, 420 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 150, in Tivoli Village. A self-taught photographer and member of the nonprofit City Lights Artists’ Co-op, DANO’s subject matter includes landscapes and portraits. He plans to be on hand to discuss his artwork starting at 5:30 p.m. April 22 for Art Wednesdays at The Crepe. Visit citylightsartgallery.com.
Exploring Japanese Culture and History Through Haiku is set for 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays through April 22 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Join published haiku poet Jackie Robinson as she explores Japanese culture and history through haiku and other short-form poetry and artwork. Call 702-507-3866.
Signature Productions plans to present the musical “Mary Poppins” through April 25 at the Summerlin Library & Performing Arts Center, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Tickets are $28 to $30. Shows are planned for 7:30 p.m. five nights per week (dark Sunday and Monday) and at 2 p.m. April 18 and 25. For tickets, visit signatureproductions.net or call 702-878-7529.
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.
The Colors of Love Art & Accessory Show is set from noon to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday through April 30 at Vegas Val’s Tattoos, 9640 W. Tropicana Ave., Suite 112. Get to know Las Vegas artists while giving back. The show features a wide selection of pieces celebrating the many colors, interpretations and types of love that exist. A variety of original art, prints, handcrafted accessories, tattoo gift cards and more will be available for purchase, with 10 percent of art and accessory sales and all raffle ticket sales benefiting Three Square food bank. Call 702-821-5936.
Grace Presbyterian Church’s Hualapai campus, 4590 S. Hualapai Way, plans to host a free Family Movie Night at 6:30 p.m. every second Friday of the month. All movies will be rated PG or PG-13. Doors are set to open at 6 p.m., and popcorn and snacks will be provided. Call 702-384-4554.
Las Vegas Women’s Golf School is offering two- and three-day, women-only golf classes at Eagle Crest Golf Course, 2203 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. The classes are designed by women to specifically fit the needs of women golfers. The two-day school is $500 and offers six hours of instruction; the three-day option is $750 with nine hours of instruction. Visit lvwgs.com.
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 Fresh52 farmers market at Tivoli Village, 402 S. Rampart Blvd., plans to host a special edition of the market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 18 in honor of the new season and upcoming spring harvest. More than 20 new vendors are planned, along with cooking demonstrations with professional chefs, a Master Gardeners workshop series in the indoor market, an educational fruits and vegetables series for children, Kids Arts Garden and family crafts, children’s games with prizes and a petting zoo. La La Photography plans to offer on-site family photographs for $5. Visit tivolivillagelv.com or fresh52.com.
The David Perrico Pop Strings Orchestra is set to perform Saturdays in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Doors are set to open at 10 p.m. The 15-piece pop orchestra plans to feature club favorites with modern orchestrations by Perrico. Admission is $10 at the door or $5 for Boarding Pass card members (Boarding Pass sign-ups will be available at the door). Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts.
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.
Selected ceramic works from College of Southern Nevada students and staff members are scheduled to be shown through April 19 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. The exhibition includes a range of building techniques, surface treatments and conceptual issues. Call 702-507-3860.
“While I Am Still,” a photography exhibit by Linda Alterwitz, is set to run during regular hours through May 9 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Alterwitz’s photography embraces science and technology to expose the fragility of our bodies. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3631.

WORTH A DRIVE

Participants can join University Medical Center physicians during Walk with a Doc from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. April 16 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The free event features a nature walk and a health talk. Call 702-822-7700 or visit springspreserve.org.
The third annual 18b Day is scheduled at 5:30 p.m. April 16 at Boulder Plaza in downtown Las Vegas, 1047 S. Main St. The event is set to include speakers, entertainment by body percussion performance ensemble Molodi, a silent auction, music and a presentation proclaiming Marty Walsh Day. Guerilla Kage, featuring live painting by local artists, is scheduled from noon to 10 p.m. Visit tinyurl.com/18bday3.
A performance of “The Odyssey: A Folk Opera” is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. April 16 inside the Marjorie Barrick Museum at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Chicago-based musician Joe Goodkin is set to perform his 30-minute, one-man musical interpretation of Homer’s “The Odyssey” and lead a conversation about the timeless themes. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.
“An Evening with Garrison Keillor” is set for 7:30 p.m. April 16 in Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets start at $29. Call 702-749-2000 or visit thesmithcenter.com.
UNLVino is scheduled from 7 to 10 p.m. April 16-18 at different locations. Bubble-Licious is scheduled April 16 at The Venetian, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South; Sake Fever is scheduled April 17 at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd.; and the Grand Tasting is scheduled April 18 at Paris Las Vegas, 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The events are set for 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $125 to $150. Visit unlvino.com.
The 11th annual Runnin’ for the House 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk is planned April 18 to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities Greater Las Vegas at the Ronald McDonald House, 2323 Potosi St. A pancake breakfast, expo booth area, Microsoft interactive gaming tent, 32-foot rock wall and tours of the Ronald McDonald House are planned. Registration is set for 7 a.m., the competitive race for 8 a.m. and the non-competitive race and walk for 8:10 a.m. Packet pick up is from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 17. The cost is $25 for adults and $15 for children 8 or younger in advance and $40 and $20, respectively, on race day. Visit rmhlv.org or call 702-252-4663.
The Clark County Children’s Festival is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 18 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. The event is set to include dance and music performances, arts and crafts, exotic animals from Roos-N-More, percussion workshops, carnival games and costumed characters strolling the park. Vendors with small fees include a rock climbing wall, historic battles, pony rides and food and beverage vendors. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7340.
Prevent Child Abuse Nevada plans to host its fifth annual Pinwheels for Prevention free community awareness event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 18 at Downtown Container Park, 707 Fremont St. In recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, Prevent Child Abuse Nevada, an initiative of the Nevada Institute for Children’s Research and Policy at UNLV, plans to feature performances from local community youth organizations, a resource fair and a silent auction. Visit nic.unlv.edu/pcanv.
ARTrageous Vegas Youth: Journey to the Center of Art is scheduled from 4:30 to 6:30 April 18 at The Center, 401 S. Maryland Parkway. The evening is set to showcase paintings, sculptures, drawings and more. Performances by young entertainers in the community also are planned. The suggested donation to attend the event is $5. Visit thecenterlv.com or call 702-733-9800.
The 16th annual Pet-a-Palooza is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 18 at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. Performers are set to include Blue October, Mat Kearney and Family of the Year. Food, pet vendors, animal exhibitors and animal rescue groups offering pet adoptions also are planned. Dogs are welcome, and admission and parking are free. Visit tinyurl.com/pfe3vcz.
The Southern Nevada Devil Pups’ annual parent information meeting is scheduled at noon April 18 at Durango High School, 7100 W. Dewey Drive, to discuss guidelines and requirements for eligibility in this year’s preliminary training program and a 10-day leadership and fitness event at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. Contact liaison representative Marie Tomao at 702-285-4142 or marietomao@yahoo.com.
Friendly Hobbies of Las Vegas plans a drone demonstration from 4:30 to 6 p.m. April 18 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. The event is for all ages. Registration is required. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-207-4260.
The city of Henderson plans its Heritage Parade & Festival from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 18 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. The free event is set to include a parade, a car show, live entertainment and a festival. Visit hendersonlive.com.
The Las Vegas Valley Rose Society plans its annual spring rose show from 12:30 to 4 p.m. April 18 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Call 702-507-3694 or 702-878-5259.
The Rock, A Christian Church is moving to Desert Oasis High School, 6600 W. Erie Ave., and plans a grand opening service for 10 a.m. April 19. Child care and a children’s program will be available, and food and games for all ages are planned. Call 702-340-9202 or visit therocklv.com.
The Las Vegas Celtic Gathering & Highland Games are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 18 and 19 at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Pipe bands, clans and societies, highland games, Celtic music, food and more are planned. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, military personnel and children ages 5 to 12. Two-day passes available. Visit lasvegascelticsociety.org.
Smokin’ Notes is set from 2 to 6 p.m. April 18 at Knickerbocker Park, 10695 W. Dorrell Lane. The public is invited to enjoy music, food and other festivities. Admission is free. Call 702-216-2020 or visit providencelv.com.
The annual Spring Rummage Sale hosted by the Los Prados Women’s Club is set from 7 a.m. to noon April 18 at the Los Prados Country Club, 5150 Los Prados Circle. Money collected is donated at the end of the year to various charities in Las Vegas. Call Ann Hull at 702-655-0458.
The Clark County Commodore Computer Club plans to meet from 9 to 11 a.m. April 18 at its new meeting location, 2701 E. St Louis Ave., in Room 16 of the Clark County School District Adult Education Campus. Off-street parking is available. Free PC software for all attendees will distributed on a newsletter DVD filled with PC games, demos and utilities. Free door prizes are planned. Email Forrest Nettles at flnettles@hotmail.com or call 702-363-3331.
The Las Vegas Iris Society plans to present its 26th annual spring flower show, Silver State Colors, April 18 and 19 at the Nevada State Gardens Clubhouse in Lorenzi Park, 3343 W. Washington Ave. Exhibitors are encouraged. Call Dorlene Waite at 702-876-1525 or Aleta Macfarlane at 702-648-9059.
The Henderson Symphony Orchestra is set to perform with young muscians in its annual Young Artists Concert at 2 p.m. April 19 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com/henderson-happenings.
Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s 25th annual AIDS Walk is set for April 19 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The walk is AFAN’s largest fundraising event, and Penn & Teller have again signed on as grand marshals and leaders of the Penn & Teller Challenge AIDS Walk Team. Registration to walk is free for participants of all ages. A minimum donation of $25 per person is encouraged in celebration of the 25th anniversary and includes an official AIDS Walk commemorative item. Visit afanlv.org.
The Ogden Foundation Celebrity Bowl is planned from noon to 4 p.m. April 19 at Brooklyn Bowl in The Linq Promenade, 3545 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The two-tier bowling experience will offer amateur-only team entries and celebrity-amateur team entries and will play host to top celebrities and athletes, all of whom will pair with their respective Celeb-Am bowling teams and participate in a Celebrity Bowl-Off. Proceeds support The Ogden Foundation, which works with disadvantaged schools, families and children in the community. Event tickets with no bowling are $100. One amateur bowling team (four members) is $500. Visit ogdencelebritybowl.com or theogdenfoundation.org.
J.R. Pony Parties, an educational farm, welcomes the public to visit for Tuesdays at the Farm from 10 a.m. to noon April 21 at 1753 Fairhaven Ave. The farm is also open on off-school days, including May 25. Admission is $5, which includes pony rides, visits to the goat barn and more. Visit jrponyparties.com or call 702-631-4142.
Dinosaurs & Roses plans to host a weekly event featuring a different charity each week. Shop in the nonprofit’s thrift store, 4310 E. Tropicana Ave., that week and 20 percent of the sales will go to the charity. Visit dinosaursandroses.org and print out a coupon or mention the charity of the week when you come in to shop. April charities are: April 18, Blind Center of Nevada; and April 25, C.A.T.S.
The Nevada Watercolor Society plans an exhibit during library hours through April 30 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. A reception is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. April 2 at the library. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-207-4260.
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.
The Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., has reopened its Butterfly Habitat for spring. The habitat is open each fall and spring, as temperatures permit, and features hundreds of butterflies and a variety of plants. Butterfly species are set to include mourning cloak, red admiral, painted lady, American lady, monarch and queen. A separate entrance fee is charged for the habitat, with members paying $2 and nonmembers paying $3. The habitat is slated to be open during Springs Preserve operating hours, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Visit springspreserve.org.
A Hispanic Culture and Heritage Film Series is slated through May 21 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. The free events are set to include discussions focusing on the books that inspired the movies. The schedule includes: “The Milagro Beanfield War,” with discussion taking place at 6 p.m. May 6 and 20 and the film planned at 6:30 p.m. May 21. Call 702-229-6383.
Chocolate: The Exhibition is set to be on display through May 3 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visitors can learn how different cultures indulge in the treat, how cacao evolved from a bitter drink and explore a life-size replica of a cacao tree. Visitors also can barter cacao seeds for goods at an Aztec market and manipulate a conveyor belt used for mass-producing of chocolate. The cost is free for members or with paid general admission. Visit springspreserve.org.
Goose Bumps! The Science of Fear, a new interactive exhibit developed by the California Science Center, is scheduled to be on display through May 3 at the Discovery Children’s Museum, 360 Promenade Place. The exhibit is set to include a Fear Challenge Course, a Fear Lab and displays on Fear in the Wild and Coping with Fear. Visit discoverykidslv.org or call 702-382-5437.
Bank of America customers receive free entry the first weekend of most months at the Discovery Children’s Museum, 360 Promenade Place; the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, 900 Las Vegas Blvd. North; and the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Admission is offered through the bank’s Museums on Us program, which allows Bank of America customers free access to select museums on the first weekend of every month. Participants must show their U.S. Trust, Merrill Lynch or Bank of America debit or credit card to receive free admission. Special-event admission is not included. Visit museums.bankofamerica.com.

PLAN AHEAD

Metamorphosis: An Eco-Fashion Event is planned from 5 to 8 p.m. April 23 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Participants can enjoy an evening of fashion, cocktails and a silent auction. Appetizers and drinks are set to be served. The event benefits the Springs Preserve Foundation. Reservations are required, and tickets start at $75 or $25 for students and children. Call 702-822-7700 or visit springspreserve.org.
Las Vegas residents are invited to take part in Flower Power, a family bike ride, set for 4:30 p.m. April 24. The 3-mile ride is to begin and end at the Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road. Riders are encouraged to dress in their most flowery ensembles. All riders are required to wear helmets, and there will be a pre-ride bike safety check. Preregistration is encouraged by calling 702-229-1607.
Nevada Tribal Child Care Awareness Day is slated at 9 a.m. April 25 at Craig Ranch Regional Park, 628 W. Craig Road. Special performances by Nevada’s tribal youth groups, food, beverages and a raffle are planned. Information regarding tribal childcare in Nevada is set to be available. Visit itcnccdf.org/nevada-tribal-child-care-awareness-day.’
Relay For Life Centennial is planned at 4 p.m. April 25 at Centennial High School, 10200 Centennial Parkway. The relay, hosted by the American Cancer Society, is planned to raise money for cancer research. Those interested in forming a team can call Debbie Crowe at 702-476-4363.
The Mayor’s Walk is planned for 8 a.m. April 25 at the Kellogg-Zaher Sports Complex, 7901 W. Washington Ave. Join Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman and Corporate Challenge teams for a morning of exercise. Free for all ages. Check-in for the 1.7-mile walk is set to begin at 7:30 a.m. Visit recreation.lasvegasnevada.gov.
Hand cycling is planned from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 25 at W. Wayne Bunker Family Park, 7351 W. Alexander Road. Call 702-229-4796 or email jfoster@lasvegasnevada.gov.
The Musicmakers plans its spring concert, “A Great American Songbook,” for 7 p.m. April 25 and 2 p.m. April 26 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $8 and are available at the monitor stations of the Mountain Shadows, Desert Vista or Pinnacle community centers in Sun City Summerlin, or scscai.com for a $2 charge per ticket with purchase by credit or debit card.
Learn how to live a sustainable lifestyle at the sixth annual free GREENFest Earth Day Festival, set from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 25 at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. One aspect, Drive Clean, on alternative transportation methods, will see participants gathering at 8 a.m. at Las Vegas Cyclery and proceeding to the GREENFest, arriving at 9 a.m. to kick off the celebration. Kid-friendly activities and games are planned in the Kids Zone, along with an all-ages scavenger hunt, live entertainment, an eco fashion show, a beer garden, a marketplace, green building and smart energy exhibits, health and wellness exhibitors, local arts, crafts and fashion, electric bike and cyclery rides, clean vehicle displays, home and garden exhibits, pet adoptions, a Republic Services recycling display and various drawings and prize giveaways throughout the day. Eligible modes of transportation for the Drive Clean Energy Las Vegas procession are hybrids, electric vehicles, compressed natural gas, electric bikes, e-scooters, fleet, personal and company vehicles. Visit greenfestlv.com/procession to register.
REI plans to present a hands-on class on back country skills from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. April 25 at Clark County Wetlands Park, 7050 Wetlands Park Lane. Topics include equipment, campsite selection, camp cooking, water treatment and Leave No Trace etiquette. The course includes all required gear and food. The cost is $60 for REI members and $80 for nonmembers. The class is limited to six participants. Call 702-951-4488.
The Grant a Gift Autism Foundation plans to host the sixth annual 5K Autism Race for Hope and Fun Walk at 7 a.m. April 25 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. GGAF graduate and Mustang Sally’s Diner employee Jonas Martin will serve as event ambassador. The online registration deadline is April 23. The cost is $35 for an individual timed 5K and $30 for the untimed fun walk. Visit grantagiftfoundation.org.
Those who have lost a loved one can celebrate their memory during the 12th annual John Anderson Celebration of Life Live Butterfly Release, scheduled for 2 p.m. April 25 at the UNLV Alumni Park Amphitheater, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. The Nathan Adelson Hospice Foundation will host the event. Free parking is available outside the Student Union on Maryland Parkway and Harmon Avenue. The butterfly release is set to begin at approximately 2:30 p.m. and is open to the public. Butterflies can be reserved in advance for $25 by contacting Stephanie Forbes at 702-938-3910 or sforbes@nah.org.
The Boca Park Fashion Village Artwalk is set from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 25 and 26 at Boca Park, 750 S. Rampart Blvd. Admission is free. Expect art in all categories, including paintings, crafts, jewelry and glass. Artists will be from Utah, Arizona, Colorado and California as well as Nevada. Visit vegasartwalk.com.
“Let’s Hang On!”, a Frankie Valli tribute show, is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. April 26 at the Suncoast Showroom , 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
Join local celebrities and Las Vegas news personalities for The Animal Foundation’s 12th annual Best in Show, slated from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 26 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. The competition is set to feature more than 50 shelter dogs. The dogs also are set to be available for adoption after the show. Call 702-384-3333 or visit animalfoundation.com.
Rock the Library is slated for 11 a.m. April 26 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 2 to 6 are invited to enjoy an early literacy story time. Call 702-507-3710.
The third annual Oh Baby! Tea Fundraiser is set from 2 to 4:30 p.m. April 26 at Bally’s Las Vegas, 3645 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Live entertainment by the Australian Bee Gees is planned, along with inspiring stories from local charity Baby’s Bounty on the impact its efforts can have on newborns in need. Tickets are $50 for adults and $30 for children 11 or younger. Visit tinyurl.com/ohbabytea.
Girls on the Run plans to host its spring 5K at 9 a.m. April 26 at the Kellogg-Zaher Sports Complex, 7901 W. Washington Ave. The 5K will be the culmination of GOTR’s 12-week program, which inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running. The lessons taught during the program include how to handle bullying and gossip but also discuss friendship and confidence and promote fitness. This year, more than 260 girls in elementary schools across the Las Vegas Valley will participate in the fun-run/walk. The 5K is open to the public. Registration before April 19 is $35 for adults and $15 for youths 17 or younger, while registration after April 19 will be $40 and $20, respectively. Visit girlsontherunlv.org/race/282-spring-5k-2015.
Las Ventanas, 10401 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to host its third annual Health & Wellness Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 28. More than 20 vendors and health specialists are scheduled to be on hand, and free health screenings are planned, including hearing and eye exams, blood pressure, BMI checks and Carotid (arteries) and DEXA (bone density) scans. An on-site blood drive also is planned, along with smoothies and free healthy snacks, raffles and giveaways every 15 minutes. The event is free and open to the public. Visit lasventanaslv.com/events.
How Does That Work? is planned for children ages 3 to 5 at 10:30 a.m. April 29 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Become an “engineer” and learn about gears and how toys work. Call 702-507-3644.
Go Bananas is scheduled for children 6 to 11 at 4:30 p.m. April 29 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Explore the world of monkeys and apes and make a Mod Monkey art creation. Call 702-507-3630.
El Dia de los Ninos/El Dia de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day) is a national celebration of children, families and books, and the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District plans to celebrate with stories, songs, crafts and games. Children up to age 11 who complete at least five book-related activities through April 30 can claim a prize at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-3712. The El Dia de los Ninos/El Dia de los Libros Craft Fiesta is scheduled for 4 p.m. April 30 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, for children ages 6 to 11. Call 702-507-3865. Events are free. Visit lvccld.org.
Poem in Your Pocket Day is scheduled for children 3 to 11 at 10 a.m. April 30 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-3710.
Bobbie Brooks Wilson is slated to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 1 and May 3 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $19.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
Registration is open for the 20th annual Susan G. Komen Southern Nevada Race for the Cure, planned at 8:15 a.m. May 2 beginning at the Fremont Street Experience. Early registration is $30 for individuals and $25 for team members. Race-day registration is $40. Visit tinyurl.com/snkr4c.
The Silvertones plan to present “A Taste of the 50’s” at 7 p.m. May 2 and 2 p.m. May 3 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $8. Call 702-256-6646, 702-838-2908 or 702-254-3427.
The Sun City Summerlin Artwalk is set from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 2 and 3 at Sun City Summerlin’s Mountain Shadows Community Center, 9107 Del Webb Blvd. Admission is free. Expect art in all categories, including paintings, crafts, jewelry and glass. Artists will be from Utah, Arizona, Colorado and California as well as Nevada. Vibhas Kendzia, a musician from Sedona, Ariz., has signed on to play Native American flute and saxophone music. Visit suncity-summerlin.com.
The Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada plans to offer Mommy & Me classes with a Jewish Twist for mothers and their newborns through 3-year-olds from 9 to 10 a.m. May 3 at the JCC West, 1400 N. Rampart Blvd., Suite 105, inside the Las Vegas Sports Park. Build socialization skills, increase confidence and enhance early learning. The fee is $50 for JCC members and $60 for nonmembers. Visit jccsn.org.
The Westside Newcomers Club plans to host a coffee event for prospective members at 9:15 a.m. May 6 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 area for 10 years or less or for those who have a life-changing event, such as retirement. It offers a variety of activities. A luncheon with a program is planned for the second Wednesday of each month. Visit westsidenewcomersclub.org or call Phyllis Cohen at 702-818-5120.
Information Session: College Saving Programs in Nevada is set for 11:30 a.m. May 7 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.
The In Its Entirety Concert Series is set to feature a different album every second Friday of each month at Rocks Lounge inside Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. The series is set to continue at 7:30 p.m. May 8 with a performance of Led Zeppelin’s “IV” album. A performance of Journey’s “Greatest Hits” by Journey Unlimited — The Tribute is planned for June 12 and “The Best of Paul McCartney — The Beatles and Beyond” by The Fab for July 10. Tickets are $15. Doors are set to open at 6:30 p.m., and guests 20 or younger must be accompanied by an adult. Visit sclv.com/concerts, ticketmaster.com or call 800-745-3000.
Comedian Bruce Bruce is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 8 and 9 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
Outdoor blogger and travel photographer Kristen Bor plans a presentation on her 22-day backpacking trip along the John Muir Trail from 7 to 8:30 p.m. May 9 at REI at Boca Park, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. The 220-mile trail travels down California’s Sierra Nevada Mountain Range and ends on the summit of Mount Whitney. The event is free but limited to 75 people. Call 702-951-4488. To see Bor’s work, visit bearfoottheory.com.
An Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Craft Buffet for children 3 to 11 is planned for 4 p.m. May 12 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-507-3710.
The Sun City Summerlin spring garage sale is planned from 7 a.m. to noon May 16 at Mountain Shadows Commuity Center, 9107 Del Webb Blvd. Visit suncity-summerlin.com.
Debby Boone is scheduled to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 16 and 17 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
Mistinguett Productions plans to present “Showgirl Follies V” at 7 p.m. May 23 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $18. Call 702-240-1301.
“Four By Four,” A Tribute to the Music of the Beach Boys, the Beatles, the Bees Gees and Motown, is set for 7 p.m. May 30 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $18. Visit fourbyfourtribute.com.
Scrapbooking is planned for 11 a.m. May 30 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.
Dances of India is slated for 2 p.m. May 31 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.
Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive, plans to host a vacation Bible school from 6 to 8 p.m. July 20-24 for children 4 to 11. Register at desertspringchurch.com. Call 702-256-5933 for information.

ONGOING EVENTS

The Ward 2 Walkers group plans to meet at 8 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays at Hualapai Canyon Trailhead on Hualapai Way north of Alta Drive. Trudy Temple, Ward 2 appointee to the Senior Citizens’ Advisory Board, is coordinating the new walking group. The trailhead loop is 1 mile, and the intent is to walk two loops. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov/information.
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.
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.
Bonkerz Comedy Club inside the Edge Lounge at the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., has acts slated for 7 p.m. Thursdays. Tickets are $15 and include a drink. Purchase tickets at the casino cage or call 702-507-5980.
The Dirty is scheduled to perform from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturdays in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Cover charge is $10 at the door and $5 for Boarding Pass card members (sign-ups will be available at the door). Guests must be 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.
Addison’s Lounge in the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to host free live entertainment at 8:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Mark O’Toole is set to perform from 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays. Call 702-507-5900.
J.C.’s Irish Sports Pub inside the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to host free live music starting at 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 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.
Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to feature Dave Ritz from 6 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays in T-Bones Chophouse. Rick Duarte is scheduled from 6 to 10 p.m. Thursdays and 7 to 11 p.m. Saturdays. Ritz is scheduled from 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit 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 sclv.com.
Zowie Bowie 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 sclv.com.
Jared Berry is scheduled to perform 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. Visit 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 sclv.com.
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 the Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 6670 W. Cheyenne Ave. The group is dedicated to genealogy and ancestry research. Visit clvgs7.wix.com/clvgs.
The German Friendship Club plans to meet at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month at Trails Community Center, 1910 Spring Gate Lane. Call 702-254-2590.