Summerlin Area Things To Do, April 30-May 6, 2015

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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.

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.

The National Association of Women Business Owners plans to host a membership event to celebrate women-owned businesses from 4 to 7 p.m. April 30 at Tivoli Village, 402 S. Rampart Blvd. The association plans to host a red carpet membership drive finale with Ninon of Ninon Speaks conducting interviews on the red carpet and new members showcasing their businesses. A giveaway of $5,000 worth of prizes is planned, along with live entertainment and special offers. New members can get a $50 joining discount through April 30. Visit nawbosnv.org or contact support@nawbosnv.org.

Summerlin Hospital Medical Center plans to host a job fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 30 in the main lobby of the hospital at 657 N. Town Center Drive. The fair will focus on hiring certified nursing assistants, unit coordinators, patient transporters, technicians, environmental service workers and other entry-level positions. Interested applicants should fill out an online application and bring copies of their resume. On-the-spot interviews will be conducted. Visit jobs.valleyhealthsystemlv.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, and the next meeting is set for May 1. Call 702-794-0090.

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.

The Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation is set to host its sixth annual Ladybug Ball at 6 p.m. May 2 at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. This year, the foundation plans to honor entertainers Siegfried and Roy and Karen and Morgan Cashman of Cashman Photography. Entertainment, dancing and a special performance from Frankie Moreno are planned, along with a live and silent auction, hosted cocktail reception and gourmet multicourse meal prepared by culinary master chefs. Tickets are $300. Visit nvblindchildren.org.

The Stillpoint Center for Spiritual Development, 8072 W. Sahara Ave., Suite D, plans to present a Spirituality and Health workshop from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 2. Mark Baxter, D.C., and Gard Jameson, Ph.D., co-founders of The Nevada Institute of Spirituality in Healthcare, plan to lead an exploration of how emotional states connect our bodies to our spirits. Exercises related to the effects of shifting emotional states are to be included. A freewill donation will be taken. Call 702-243-4040 or visit stillpointcsd.org.

The Sun City Summerlin Art Club plans to present its fine art juried show, “Art Rocks!”, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 2 and 3 at the Desert Vista Community Center, 10360 Sun City Blvd. The show will highlight the talent and creativity of members of the Sun City Art Club. An awards ceremony is planned for 11 a.m. May 2. Admission is free, and music and refreshments are planned. Email camdcam@mac.com.

The Sun City Summerlin ArtWalk is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 2 and 3 at the Mountain Shadows Community Center, 9107 Del Webb Blvd. Admission is free, and artwork including painting, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry, glass and unique crafts will be on display and for sale. Live entertainment by Arizona musician Vibhas Kendzia is planned. Visit vegasartwalk.com or call 702-245-6077.

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.

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. May 2 and 3, anyone with a U.S. Trust, Merrill Lynch or Bank of America debit or credit card can visit the Discovery Children’s Museum, Las Vegas Natural History Museum or the Springs Reserves free. Present your debit or credit card to receive free museum admission. Visit museums.bankofamerica.com.

The Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada plans to offer a Mommy & Me class 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.

A yoga flexibility and balance class is set for 4:30 p.m. May 4 and 18 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

The Jewish Singles Social Club for men and women plans to meet at 6:30 p.m. May 4 at the JCC, 8689 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 180. The meeting is free and open to anyone interested in entertaining programs and socializing. Call 702-233-8618 or 702-243-1761.

I Spy With My Jedi Eye is planned for 10 am. May 4 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Children 3 to 11 are invited to solve a Jedi puzzle to receive a prize. Call 702-507-3710.

Current Events West, a discussion group, plans to meet from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays at the JCC, 8689 W. Sahara Ave., Suite 180. It is open to all. The next meeting is set for May 5. Call 702-794-0090.

The eighth annual The Power of Women & Business mixer expo is set from 6 to 9 p.m. May 5 in the Grand Ballroom at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Expect 50 business exhibits, live entertainment, door prizes and a Chefs Corners with samples. All attendees will receive a goodie bag, and a raffle drawing with prizes from expo exhibitors is planned. Three women who have excelled in growing their businesses will be honored at the event, sponsored by the Large Vision Business Network Mixer. A BusinessBuilder Workshop Series with guest speaker Jerrie E. Merritt, senior vice president and community development manager for Bank of Nevada, is planned on the topic “Money Talk — The Real Key to Controlling and Saving Your Money.” Free tickets can be picked up at all Storage West Self Storage locations and the Suncoast Catering Department. Visit pjproductionlive.com/LVBNM.html.

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.

Teen Makerspace Lab is slated for 4 p.m. 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.

The Mother’s Day-themed program I Love You, Mom is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. May 6 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Children up to age 5 can share books and songs about Mom and make her a gift. Call 702-507-3630.

Distill A Local Bar, 10820 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to present local musicians from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays on the patio. The schedule for May is: May 2, Phil Stendek; May 9, Tim Mendoza; May 16 and 30, Nick Mattera; and May 23, Rick Foell. 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. May sessions are set for May 3, 10 and 17. Arrive 15 minutes early to tune your guitar. Call 702-507-3630.

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.

Village Square, 9400 W. Sahara Ave., ​plans to host the monthly series​ ​Third Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. the third Thursday of the month​.​ Visit govillagesquare.com.

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 female 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 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.

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.

“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.

The Fabulous Las Vegas Scribes Membership Show is set to run through June 16 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, featuring calligraphy, letter arts and paper arts. Call 702-507-3860.

WORTH A DRIVE

Morphy Auctions, 4520 Arville St., plans to host an auction from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 1-3. Gambling machines and road signs are set to be among the more than 1,500 antiques up for grabs. A live webcast is slated at morphyauctions.com. Call 702-382-2466 for more information.

A free Financial Wellness Workshop offered by Bank of Nevada and the Leavitt Group for Southern Nevada’s Human Resource Employees is scheduled at 7:30 a.m. May 1 at the Las Vegas Country Club, 3000 Joe W. Brown Drive. The presentation is for companies with more than 250 employees and is set to address ways human resources departments can help employees reduce stress about their finances and improve their financial standing. All attendees are set to receive a copy of the book “The 8 Pillars of Financial Greatness” by Brian Ford, who will offer his insight during the presentation. Registration is set to begin at 7 a.m. RSVP at tinyurl.com/fwwvcc.

A time capsule burial ceremony to commemorate the Nevada Sesquicentennial is scheduled at 9:30 a.m. May 1 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The capsule will be buried on a pathway connecting the Springs Preserve with the Nevada State Museum. It will contain items from the year-long Sesquicentennial celebration, including commemorative medallions and mementos from the All-Star Sesquicentennial Concert at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, Las Vegas’ first Nevada Day parade and more. Visit springspreserve.org.

The First Friday arts festival is scheduled from 5 to 11 p.m. May 1 at venues throughout the 18b Arts District, near the intersection of Charleston Boulevard and Main Street in downtown Las Vegas. Live entertainment, artists’ booths, food vendors and more are planned. Admission is free, and a free shuttle service is available from 4:30 to 11:30 p.m. This month, the festival is set to celebrate Las Vegas’ cultural diversity with the theme One World Through Art. Visit firstfridaylasvegas.com.

The Henderson Symphony Orchestra plans its season-ending concert at 8 p.m. May 1 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com.

All 15 comic book shops in the Las Vegas Valley (and a few other businesses that include new comics) are set to participate in Free Comic Book Day May 2. A wide variety of titles are set to be given away that were specially created for this annual event. Not all shops will have all books. Visit freecomicbookday.com.

Las Vegas Academy Theatre plans to present “My Friend the Fox” by William Glennon through May 2 in the Lowden Theater for the Performing Arts at Ninth Street and Clark Avenue. Tickets are $10 to $15. Visit lvacademytheatre.org.

The 20th annual Susan G. Komen Southern Nevada Race for the Cure is planned for 8:15 a.m. May 2 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 annual Spring Fling Fashion Show hosted by the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Elizabeth Ann Seton, is planned at 11:30 a.m. May 2 at Saint Francis de Sales Church, 1111 Michael Way, in Msgr. La Voy Hall. Tickets are $25 at the door. Fashions are to be provided by Dillard’s. Call Victoria Bentley at 702-646-1323 or Suzanne Dalton at 702-228-2108.

The Las Vegas Science & Technology Festival is scheduled to wrap up with the Giant Science & Technology Expo, planned from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 2 at Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North. Hundreds of science booths, activities and demonstrations are planned, with many of the activities geared toward kids and families. Admission is free. Visit lasvegassciencefestival.com.

United Way’s YPS Signature Event is planned from 2 to 5 p.m. May 2 at Commonwealth in downtown Las Vegas, 525 E. Fremont St. Watch the Kentucky Derby in Southern style with hosted signature drinks, a photo booth and brass band entertainment. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Visit uwsn.org/rsvp. YPS works to make a difference in children’s lives through volunteerism, mentorship and events.

Wacky World of Sports is set from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 2 at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. Human derby races, reverse kickball, broom ball, bubble soccer, mud volleyball and a human foosball tournament are planned, along with food and dessert trucks. Visit tinyurl.com/kqcqjmh.

The Boulder City Spring Jamboree is planned from 9 to 5 p.m. May 2 and 3 at Bicentennial, Escalante and Goverment parks on Colorado Street in Boulder City. Festivities are set to include arts and crafts, antique collectibles, a car show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days in Escalante Park, a children’s carnival, live entertainment and a dog show. Admission is free. Visit springjamboree.com.

The Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation, in partnership with Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada, plans to present the seventh annual Klip It for Kidz fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 2 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Local businesses, children and individuals are invited to raise money for critically ill children in Southern Nevada and for local schools and sports groups. Professional stylists will shave participants’ heads or cut their hair to make wigs for children. Participants must be willing to cut a minimum of 8 inches to donate hair. Individuals may set their own fundraising goals and collect pledges for NCCF. Entertainment and exhibitions by the Metropolitan Police Department and Clark County Fire Department are planned. Funds raised will benefit the foundation. Check-in and registration for pledges will be available at the Klip It For Kidz Salon. The pledge form is available at nvccf.org. Call 702-735-8434.

The Winchester Classic is set from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 2 in Winchester Park, 3130 McLeod Drive. A new event by the Winchester Skate Program, it is set to feature live music by Drinking Water, The CG’s, Yosemite Slam, and Pelos Parados. A free art show and classic car show also are planned, along with a food truck and skateboard contest. To participate in the car show, call Erika Borges at 702-455-7029. Skateboard contest registration is $5 and will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with practice runs set from 1 to 2 p.m., and the contest set from 2 to 4 p.m. Call 702-455-7340.

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” is set for 7:30 p.m. April 30-May 3 and 2 p.m. May 2 and 3 in Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets start at $39. Call 702-749-2000 or visit thesmithcenter.com.

Entertainer Jeff Civillico plans to recognize nonprofit Toys 4 Smiles at his Give Back Sundays event, set for 4 p.m. May 3 at The Linq, 3535 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $25 for general admission and $35 for VIP, with Toys 4 Smiles receiving half the proceeds. Visit tinyurl.com/toys4smiles.

Steve Solomon’s “Cannoli, Latkes & Guilt … The Therapy Continues” is scheduled for 7 p.m. April 30 to May 3 and 3 p.m. May 2 and 3 in the Troesh Studio Theater at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. The follow-up to the show “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m In Therapy” features 20 characters. Tickets are $35 to $40. Call 702-749-2000 or visit thesmithcenter.com.

The Li Lin Hong Chinese Music Ensemble is set to perform at 2 p.m. May 3 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. This free celebration of Asian-American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, will feature traditional Chinese folk music and contemporary pop songs, with music played on traditional Chinese instruments including the pipa, ruan and erhu. Call 702-507-3459.

The Junior League of Las Vegas plans to present a Mid-Century Home Tour from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 3 at the Morelli House, 861 E. Bridger Ave. Participants will gather at the Morelli House to register for the tour and receive maps and addresses of the selected private homes. After a guided tour of the Morelli House, participants will be treated to a lecture presented by mid-century architectural historian Alan Hess before departing on the self-driving tour of mid-century homes in the Las Vegas area. The cost is $30 for Nevada Preservations Foundation members and $40 in advance for nonmembers. Day-of tickets are $50 and $150 for VIP tickets, including a special house and cocktail reception. Visit morellihouse.org or nevadapreservation.org.

A Royal Tea to benefit the Discovery Children’s Museum is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 3 at Mandarin Oriental, 3752 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $125. Visit discoverykidslv.org or call 702-382-3445, ext. 106.

Poet Lee Mallory plans to present Sevens Live!, a new music, comedy and spoken-arts showcase, from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays inside the Cantina at the Silver Sevens, 4100 Paradise Road. Upcoming dates are May 4, 11, 18 and 25 and June 1. Admission is free with a one-drink minimum. Call 702-733-7300.

The Flip Through Summer Book Drive is set to collect new and gently used children’s books May 4-14 for United Way of Southern Nevada. Books can be dropped off at United Way, 5830 W. Flamingo Road, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Books geared toward children birth through age 12 are preferred. The books are set to be distributed during a communitywide book swap planned as part of the Flip Through Summer event, set for May 16 at the Springs Preserve. Visit uwsn.org.

J.R. Pony Parties, an educational farm, welcomes the public to visit for Tuesdays at the Farm from 10 a.m. to noon May 5 and 19 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.

Music in the Park for attendees 50 or older is scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 6 at Lorenzi Park, 3343 W. Washington Ave. A taco bar and live music by Never Too Late are planned. The cost is $5. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov.

Boozy Movie at Inspire Wednesdays at Inspire Las Vegas, 107 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is set to feature “Funny Guys” movies in May: “Monty Python and the Holy Grail” May 6; “The Jerk” May 13; “Blazing Saddles” May 20; and “Caddyshack” May 27. Movies are free for guests 21 or older with the purchase of a cocktail, and drink specials are planned. Doors open at 7 p.m., with movies set to start at 8 p.m. Visit inspirelasvegas.com

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 a coupon or mention the charity of the week when you come in to shop. May charities are: May 2, Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada; May 9, Child Focus; May 16, Compassion Corner; May 23, May Cteen; and May 30, Desert Torah Academy.

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.

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.

PLAN AHEAD

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 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints plans to host a Humanitarian Day from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 7 at the Las Vegas Stake Chapel at 3400 W. Charleston Blvd. Participants will help make chemotherapy hats and pillowcases for University Medical Center, folder games for local schools, baby quilts and tie quilts for general needs. Lunch is planned. Call 702-873-6171.

Friends of Nevada Wilderness is set to meet for its Wild Speaker Series at 7 p.m. May 7 in the Community Room of the Boca Park REI, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. The group meets the first Thursday of every month. Meetings feature a local environmental expert. Visit meetup.com/friends-of-nevada-wilderness.

Ward 2 Coffee with the Councilman is set from 7:30 to 9 a.m. May 8 at Dunkin’ Donuts, 11710 W. Charleston Blvd. Join Ward 2 Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers to talk about Ward 2, the city of Las Vegas or anything else of interest to the community. Call 702-229-2144.

The local community is invited to don stylish sneakers paired with party attire for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada’s Sneaker Ball, set for 6 p.m. May 8 at in the Milan Ballroom of the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Cocktails and a silent auction are to be followed at 7:30 p.m. by dinner, the event program and a live auction. Entertainment also is planned. Proceeeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs. Tickets start at $250. Visit bgcsnv.org or call 702-367-2582.

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.

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. The next one is set for May 8. Call 702-384-4554.

Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s seventh annual Paint the Town fine art fundraising gala is scheduled from 8 to 11 p.m. May 8 in P3 Loft at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, 3708 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Curated works of art from international artists will be available for guests to bid on throughout the night, and the general admission ticket price will go towards a bid on any piece priced above $200. Confirmed artists include JK Russ, Paula Wilson, Pearl Hsiung, Justin Favela, Nao Uda, Brent Sommerhauser and Jerry Misko, Zak Ostrowski and Alexander Lee, along with Juan Muniz, Shawn Hummel, Heather Hermann, Melissa Herrington and Art Wolfe. A portion of proceeds will benefit AFAN’s client service programs. Light bites by Scarpetta and D.O.C.G. are planned. General admission is $25. Visit paintthetown2015.auction-bid.org.

Golf Summerlin plans to partner with the Sun City Summerlin Men’s Golf Club for a two-day charity tournament to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas May 8 and 9 at Palm Valley Golf Course, 9201 Del Webb Blvd., and Highland Falls Golf Course, 10201 Sun City Blvd. The tournament is set to begin each day at 8 a.m. Courses are for golfers of all skill levels and ages, with all net proceeds going to the charity. Event registration is $200 per person and includes two days of 18-hole tournament play, breakfast, lunch and a hosted beverage cart on both days and an event gift bag. Raffle tickets will be sold at the event with more than $5,000 in prizes planned. Visit 18holers.com.

Footloose Friday is planned at 10:30 a.m. for 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.

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.

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. The next one is set for May 9. ZIP codes served are 89113, 89118, 89139, 89141, 89148, 89178 and 89179. Call 702-838-6213.

Foreclosed Upon Pets Inc. plans to host dog adoptions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 9 at Whole Foods Market, 8855 W. Charleston Blvd. To view adoptable pets, visit forecloseduponpets.org. For more information, email forecloseduponpets@hotmail.com or call 702-272-0010.

A Level Playing Field Foundation plans to host its third annual golf tournament from noon to 5:30 p.m. May 9 at Bear’s Best Golf Course, 1111 W. Flamingo Road, to support sports programs at Clark County Rancho Corridor at-risk high schools. Participants will have the opportunity to pair up with 10 to 12 NFL players participating in this year’s tournament. Practice chipping is set to begin at noon, with a shotgun tee-off set for 1 p.m. Food, drinks, raffles and photo opportunities with the NFL stars are set to begin at 5:30 p.m. Sponsor Lexus of Las Vegas is offering a free two-year lease on a 2015 Lexus RC 350 for anyone who sinks a hole-in-one shot on the fourth hole. The cost is $250 per player, which includes 18 holes of golf, an open bar, appetizers, cart fees and parking. To register, visit alevelplayingfield.org/registernow. For more information, email Susan Spencer at susan@alevelplayingfield.org.

The Nevada Ballet Theatre plans to present “Giselle” at 7:30 p.m. May 9 and 2 p.m. May 10 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.

The Sun City Dance Company plans to present “Hats Off To Dance” at 7 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays May 9, 10, 16 and 17 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. The show features tap dancing, singers, variety acts and a drill team. Tickets are $11 and may purchased at any Sun City Summerlin community centers or at scscai.com.

Reading with Rascal is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon May 9 in the multipurpose room of Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive. Children can read to registered therapy dogs. Refreshments are planned. Call 702-561-4143.

The Annual Fundraiser Fashion Show and Luncheon by the Las Vegas Emblem Club No. 114 is set for 11:30 a.m. May 9 at the Elks Lodge, 4100 W. Charleston Blvd. Fashions will be supplied by Dress Barn. Tickets are $27 with all proceeds benefiting local charities. Call 702-431-5813.

Artz-To-Go plans to host Artists Unleashed at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 9 at Bill Briare Park, 650 N. Tenaya Way.​ The event is set to include a family fun stroll artwalk, a 1K walk, food vendors, art, a pet fashion show, a kids zone with bounce houses, and entertainment. Call 702-523-5306.

Country music performer Craig Campbell is set to headline the ninth annual Country in the Park from 2 to 8 p.m. May 9 at Exploration Peak Park, 9700 S. Buffalo Drive. A beer garden, food vendors, booths, exhibits, Native American play structures, an archaeological dig area and a splash pad are slated to be among the activities. Visit mountainsedge.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 program Outstanding Origami is planned for children 6 to 11 at 4:30 p.m. May 13 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

“Vegas Votes,” an exhibit by the Las Vegas News Bureau, is planned during regular library hours from May 15-July 26 at The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The exhibition was curated by the public and contains the most favored photographs from the fall showing featuring the Las Vegas News Bureau’s archived collection. Call 702-507-3630.

Opportunity Village, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd., plans to celebrate its 60th birthday with a three-day Blowout Birthday Bash May 15-17, including entrance to the Wizard of OV-themed Magical Forest, live entertainment, hot air balloon rides, a beer garden and an arts and craft show. The Wizard of Oz-inspired wonderland is set to feature attractions, children’s games and live entertainment. Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy OV birthday cake and ice cream, and a special cake display of Wizard of Oz-themed cakes created by local bakeries is set to be featured in the OV lobby. The celebrate is set from 5:30 to 10 p.m. May 15 and 16 and 5:30 to 9 p.m. May 17. Hot air balloon rides are set from 7 to 9 p.m. May 16. Contact Kevin Taylor at taylork@opportunityvillage.org or 702-880-4043.

Flip Through Summer is planned from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 16 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The free event encourages summer reading. Children can complete a summer reading pledge, visit six book nooks with live characters reading children’s books, take part in a book swap and enjoy live entertainment, face painting, giveaways and free ice cream and Starbucks beverages. BMX pro Ricardo Laguna is slated to be on hand. Call 702-822-7700.

The Sun City Summerlin spring garage sale is planned from 7 a.m. to noon May 16 at the Mountain Shadows Commuity Center, 9107 Del Webb Blvd. Visit suncity-summerlin.com.

Temple Sinai, 9001 Hillpointe Road, plans to present an evening with comedian Marty Allen and his wife, composer Karon Kate Blackwell, at 7 p.m. May 16. Tickets for the performance plus dessert are $36. Tickets for the performance, dessert and a meet-and-greet photo session are $54 and are limited to 50. Call 702-254-5110.

The Helldorado Parade is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 16 in downtown Las Vegas. The parade is part of the annual Helldorado Days event that also includes a rodeo and carnival. It is sponsored by the Las Vegas Elks Lodge No. 1468. The parade is set to start on Fourth Street. Visit elkshelldorado.com/events/parade.

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.

The program Candy Sushi and a Movie is scheduled for children 11 or older at 3 p.m. May 16 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Watch anime and make sushi out of candy. Call 702-507-3860.

The Jewish Genealogy Society of Southern Nevada plans to meet at 1 p.m. May 17 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Dr. Stephen Morse, creator of the One-Step website, is set to speak on the topic “Genealogy Beyond the Y Chromosome: Autosomes Exposed.” The society meets at 1 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month. Meetings are free and open to the public. Applications for membership are available at meetings, and dues are $18 for individuals and $25 for a family membership. Visit jgssn.org or email info@jgssn.org.

To celebrate National Therapy Animal Day, Love Dog Adventures plans to host a Meet The Love Dogs event from 4 to 7 p.m. May 18 at Mingo Kitchen & Lounge, 1017 S. First St., Suite 180. To attend, RSVP by May 11 by emailing sue@lovedogadventures.org or calling 702-202-2641.

A fiber arts workshop is set for 10:30 a.m. May 19 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3860.

Super Duper Craft Club — Dragons is set for 4 p.m. May 19 for children 6 to 11 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702- 507-3860.

Learn about the Japanese American internment of World War II through rare historical photos during free events set to honor Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month at 11 a.m. May 19 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive, and at 3 p.m. May 19 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Photographer Dorothea Lange’s never-before-seen photos were impounded by the U.S. government for being too sympathetic to the war efforts. The presentation includes images from Sam Mihara’s personal collection, and Mihara’s slideshow lecture presentation will illustrate the conditions that he and his family endured and the lessons it learned from the experience. Visit lvccld.org.

The National Association of Retired and Veteran Railroad Workers plans to meet at 10 a.m. May 19 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 stay connected, meet others who worked in the industry and share tales from days on the job. Visit narvre.info.

The city of Las Vegas plans to host its second annual Veterans Job Fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 21 at the East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. Employers can participate in the fair free. Employers with at least two available positions are asked to reserve a table at the job fair by completing the form at tinyurl.com/oo4ywm3. During the job fair, veterans will be welcomed from 9 to 11 a.m.; the fair will open to the public, including veterans, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Veterans are encouraged to bring resumes. Call 702-229-6315.

A reception for “All About Clay,” an exhibit by the Nevada Clay Guild, is set from 5 to 6:30 p.m. May 21 in The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The exhibit is set to run through July 21. Call 702-507-3630.

The nonprofit Henry’s Place Foundation plans to host the ninth annual Henry Prendes Charity Golf Classic at 1:30 p.m. May 22 at Spanish Trail Country Club, 5050 Spanish Trail Lane. The organization formed in 2006 to honor fallen Metropolitan Police Department Sgt. Henry Prendes. Proceeds raised will benefit Henry’s Place, a 14-acre camp and retreat facility for Las Vegas Valley at-risk youths, in Cedar City, Utah. Individuals can register for $200 and foursomes for $700. An awards dinner ceremony, a concert, a raffle drawing and a silent auction are planned. Nongolfers are invited to attend an afternoon cocktail and shopping reception set for 4 p.m. for $30 and stay for the ceremonial festivities. A portion of the registration fees are tax-deductible. The tournament is open to all ages and levels. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Visit henrysplace.org or call 702-296-5078.

The program April Showers Bring Asian Flowers is planned for 11 a.m. May 22 and 23 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Call 702-507-3630.

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.

Earl Turner is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 30 and 31 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

A free session on the Dances of India is slated for 2 p.m. May 31 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Celebrating Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month, Purbasha Banerjee, artistic director of Nritya Academy of Indian Dances, plans to discuss the culture behind classical and modern dances of India. Following her lecture, live performances of Bharata Natyam and Bollywood dances are planned. Visit lvccld.org or call 702- 507-3630.

The third annual Golf 4 The Kids Tournament is set for June 1 at Red Rock Country Club, 2250 Red Springs Drive, where golfers will play on the club’s private Mountain Course. Tournament proceeds will benefit two local nonprofits. In addition to 18 holes, golfers are invited to take part in several contests, including Longest Drive, Closest to the Hole, Putting Contest and Million Dollar Hole in One. In addition, Ford Country in Henderson is donating the three-year lease of a new Ford Mustang Coupe to the golfer who gets a hole-in-one on the designated hole within the tournament. Last year’s tournament raised more than $46,000, which was divided equally between the Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation and Cure 4 The Kids Foundation. This year, pro golfer Perry Parker plans to serve as host and play in the tournament. The event is open to 144 golfers. Call 702-732-0952 or email Dawn Marie Pavuk at dmpavuk@cure4thekids.org.

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.

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.

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. Steve McInelly is scheduled for April 30. 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 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.