Summerlin Area Things To Do, Feb. 12-18, 2015

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

A Valentine’s Day-themed program titled Sweet Stories is set for 10:15 and 10:45 a.m. Feb. 12 for ages 1½ to 3 and at 11 a.m. Feb. 14 for children up to age 11 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Call 702-507-3866 or visit visit lvccld.org.
The In Its Entirety Concert Series is set to kick off at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 with a performance of Pink Floyd’s “Dark Side of the Moon” at Rocks Lounge inside Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. The series will feature a different album every second Friday of each month and is set to include performances of The Eagles’ “Their Greatest Hits” at 7:30 p.m. March 13 and The Beatles’ “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band” and “Abbey Road,” performed by The Fab, at 7:30 p.m. April 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 Big Year” is set for Feb. 13 for adults and “Ice Age” for children. On March 13, movies planned are “National Treasure” for adults and “Wall-E” for children. Call 702-384-4554.
“While I Am Still,” a photography exhibit by Linda Alterwitz, is set to run during regular hours Feb. 13-May 9 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. A reception is planned for 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 13 at The Studio. Alterwitz’s photography embraces science and technology to expose the fragility of our bodies. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3631.
Grammy Award winner Rita Coolidge plans to perform in“Rita Coolidge: A Special Valentine Evening” at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets are $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
The Sun City Community Theatre plans to present “Do You Believe in Muses?” at 7 p.m. Feb. 14 and 2 p.m. Feb. 15 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $8 and are available from theater group members. Call 702-240-1301.
A special Valentine’s Day Reading with Rascal event is set for 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 14 in the multipurpose room of Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive. Children can read to registered therapy dogs at the free event. No church affiliation is necessary. Expect refreshments and Valentine’s Day handouts and goodies. Call 702-561-4143.
Kathy Brann of Nevada State Bank plans to present Protecting Your Assets from Fraud, Scams, and Identity Theft at 10 a.m. Feb.14 in Downs Hall at Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive. Visit desertspringchurch.com or call 702-256-5933.
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. The next session is set for Feb. 15. Arrive 15 minutes early to tune your guitar. Call 720-533-3611.
A program titled The Underground Railroad and Harriet Tubman is planned for children 6 to 11 at 4 p.m. Feb. 17 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive, and at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Visit lvccld.org.
Uniworld River Cruises plans to present the American Express Mariner Club sailing of the River Royale’s Bordeaux, Vineyards and Chateaux itinerary at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 18 at Prestige Travel, 9901 W. Charleston Blvd. Speakers Roger Arden of Uniworld and Dianne Dahl and Sue Vandervelde, Mariner Club hosts and Sun City residents, are slated to discuss itinerary details, shore side and onboard events and amenities. Call 702-946-8710.
Live music by local artists is planned from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturdays at Distill — A Local Bar, 10820 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit distillbar.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.
The program EV3 Robotics is planned from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Wednesdays through Feb. 18 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Experience cutting-edge technology with the introduction of Lego Mindstorms EV3 Robotics. Enroll at bricks4kidz.com.
“Medley” by Consuelo Emerson, an exhibit of oil paintings in a variety of styles including abstracts and figuratives, is planned during regular hours through March 8 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3866.
A Current Events Discussion Group is planned at 10 a.m. Feb. 16 and 23 at JCC West, 1400 N. Rampart Blvd., No. 105 inside Las Vegas Indoor Sports Park. The group is free for JCC members and $5 for nonmembers. Call 702-794-0090.

WORTH A DRIVE

The Ramos Bros. Circus is scheduled at The Boulevard mall, 3528 S. Maryland Parkway. Performances are planned at 7:30 p.m. through Feb. 23, with additional 5 p.m. shows Saturdays and Sundays and 2 p.m. shows Sundays. Tickets are $25 to $35. Admission is free for seniors 65 or older if they present a copy of View. Visit boulevardmall.com or call 702-735-7430.
“Dixie’s Tupperware Party” is scheduled at 7 p.m. Feb. 12-14 and 3 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $33 to $39. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.
“The Kodo One Earth Tour: Mystery” is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $29 to $99. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.
“Friday the 13th” is set to be screened at 8 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St., in honor of the film’s 25th anniversary. Admission is $5. Call 702-792-4335 or visit thescificenter.com.
A science camp called Medieval Madness is slated for children ages 6-12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 13 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers. Call 702-822-7700 or visit springspreserve.org.
The Rainbow Youth Company Theatre plans to present “Digging Through Nevada’s Past” at 7 p.m. Feb. 13 and 14 and 2 p.m. Feb. 14 and 15 at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. The original show includes the stories of notable Nevadans such as mountain man Jedidiah Smith, author Mark Twain and educator Hannah Clapp. Tickets are $5. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-6553 or 702-229-6383.
The USA Sevens International Rugby Tournament is scheduled Feb. 13-15 at Sam Boyd Stadium, 7000 E. Russell Road. The event is set to kick off at 3 p.m. Feb. 13, with the last match that day planned at 9 p.m. On Feb. 14, gates are slated to open at 11 a.m., with the last match set at 7 p.m. On Feb. 15, gates scheduled to open at 8:30 a.m., with the last match slated at 2:30 p.m. Adult tickets are $38 to $765. Visit usasevens.com.
Las Vegas Philharmonic: Pops III: A Gershwin Valentine is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $26 to $94. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.
The Southern Nevada Musical Arts Society is set to present “A Vintage Valentine’s Affair” at 11 a.m. Feb. 14 at the Ron DeCar’s Event Center, 1201 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $39 and are available at snmas.com/valentine. Call Vicki Csizmadia 702-871-9951.
Lake Mead National Recreational Area plans a fee-free weekend Feb. 14-16 in honor of Presidents’ Day. The event applies only to park entrance fees. Call 702-293-8990.
The Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St., plans to celebrate Valentine’s Day by hosting a live performance of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” during an event set from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Feb. 14. Attendees are encouraged to dress accordingly, and prizes are set to be handed out for the best costumes . Tickets are $9. Call 702-792-4335 or visit thescificenter.com.
JCC Maccabi Team Las Vegas invites all eligible athletes/artists ages 13 to 17 to Sky Zone, 7440 Dean Martin Drive, No. 201, from 4 to 6 p.m. Feb. 15. Email ebricker@jccsn.org or call 702-794-0090 to RSVP.
Engelbert Humperdinck is scheduled to perform at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 15 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Tickets are $29 to $150. Visit thesmithcenter.com or call 702-749-2012.
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 Mambo Kings Play Songs of Love,” with the discussion group meeting at 6 p.m. Feb. 18 and the film set for 6:30 p.m. Feb. 19; “In the Time of the Butterflies,” with the discussion group meeting at 6 p.m. March 11 and the film showing at 6:30 p.m. March 12; and “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.
A Community Senior/Health/Wellness Expo is set from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 18 at Palace Station, 2411 W. Sahara Ave. More than 30 exhibitors and local companies are slated to showcase their services, including for health care, senior homes, finance and more. Health screenings also are planned. The event is free. For more information, visit lasvegasseniorexpos.com.
The Black History Essay Contest Soul Food Banquet is scheduled at 6 p.m. Feb. 18 at the East Las Vegas Community Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave. Contest participants are scheduled to be recognized and the winners announced. The cost is $5. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov or call 702-229-1515.
The Las Vegas Kiwi Club plans a luncheon at 11 a.m. Feb. 18 at the Revere Golf Club, 2600 Hampton Road. The club is for current and retired flight attendants of American Airlines, American Eagle, Trans World Airlines and U.S. Airlines. Reservations are required by Feb. 13. Call Kay Jennings at 702-896-5496.
In honor of Black History Month in February, the Mob Museum, 300 Stewart Ave., is set to offer guided tours from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, highlighting the African American role in organized crime and law enforcement. The cost is $10, plus the admission price. RSVP at 702-229-2734 or visit tinyurl.com/bhsmob.
Clint Carvalho & His Extreme Parrots is scheduled at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. through March 1 in the Gardens Amphitheater at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Carvalho, an “America’s Got Talent” finalist, is set to perform with his rescue parrots. Attendees can take photos with the birds at noon and 2 p.m. The event is free for members or with paid general admission. Visit springspreserve.org or topbird.com.
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.
The Clark County Nevada Genealogical Society plans its annual seminar at 8:30 a.m. March 21 at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. The event is set to feature guest speaker Bill Dollarhide, a published genealogist who is set to talk about census substitutes, using deeds to trace ancestors, finding relatives online and more. Tickets start at $45 and include lunch. Visit ccngs.org.
The Southern Nevada Musical Arts Society invites choral singers to perform Handel’s “Messiah Parts 2 & 3.” There are openings for all voice parts. Rehearsals are scheduled from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Sundays in UNLV’s Beam Music Center, Room 159. The society’s performance with a chorus and orchestra is set for April 12. Call musical director Dr. Douglas R. Peterson at 702-451-6672.
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

An exhibition in honor of Chinese New Year is scheduled to be on display by appointment at the Historic Fifth Street School, 401 S. Fourth St. An artist’s reception is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 19. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-1012.
Broadway Bound and Studio One’s Summerlin Dance Academy plan to perform “The Addams Family” at 7 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays and 1 p.m. Sundays, Feb. 20 through March 7 at the Summerlin Library Theater, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Tickets are $15 at broadwayboundlv.com or by calling 702-838-5131.
Actor and comedian Kevin Nealon plans to perform stand-up comedy at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20 and 21 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets are $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
“Tommy Ward … Baby Buble” is scheduled for 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $18. Call 702-240-1301.
The Seniors & Masters 5K Money Run is set for 10 a.m. Feb. 21 at the west end of Kellogg-Zaher Park, 7901 W. Washington Ave. The race is open to those 40 or older. A state-issued ID is required at check-in to verify age. Prize money will be given to the first-place man/woman in the following age categories: 40 to 49; 50 to 59; 60 to 69; and 70 or older. One additional prize money award will be given to the runner who completes the 5K course with the best age-graded performance (unless that runner already received prize money as an age category winner). The advance race entry fee is $20. The race-day entry fee is $25 cash. Water and lemonade will be provided at the finish line. Register at signmeup.com/105293.
Singer Chadwick Johnson is set to perform at 4 p.m. Feb. 22 and March 8 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Admission is free. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
Black History Month is set to be recognized at local library branches with programs including stories, songs and crafts. The Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, plans to host its program at 4 p.m. Feb. 24 for children 6 to 11. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3866.
J.R. Pony Parties, an educational farm, welcomes the public to visit for Tuesdays at the Farm from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 24 at 1753 Fairhaven Ave. The farm is also open on off-school days, including Feb. 16. Admission is $5, which includes pony rides, visits to the goat barn and more. Visit jrponyparties.com or call 702-631-4142.
Chinese New Year is set to be recognized at local library branches. A program is slated for 4:30 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave., for children 6 to 11. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3631.
Tribute artist Shawn Barker plans to pay homage to Johnny Cash as “The Man in Black” at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 28 and March 1 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
The Gateway Arts Foundation plans to present “A Guy and Three Dolls” at 2 p.m. March 1 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $15. Visit gatewayartsfoundation.org.
Comedian Bill Bellamy plans to perform at 7:30 p.m. March 6 and 7 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $29.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
The Las Vegas Ballet Company plans to perform “Swan Lake Highlights,” starring Kyudong Kwak, at 7 p.m. March 7 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $15. Call 702-240-1301.
“Celebrities on Stage,” starring the Edwards Twins, Masters of Celebrity Illusions, is planned for 7 p.m March 14 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $20. Call 702-240-1301.
Bonner Elementary School, 765 Crestdale Lane, plans to host its fourth annual Bonner Run for Education from 8 to 11 a.m. March 14. All proceeds from the 5K run/1.5-mile walk will go toward maintaining low class sizes. A raffle/silent auction also is planned. Registration is $15 in advance and $20 the day of for participants 11 or younger and $25 in advance or $30 the day of for those 12 or older. Contact Kristi O’Donnell at 702-561-4872.
CSN Songs plans its tribute show to Crosby, Stills & Nash for 7:30 p.m. March 14 and 15 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
“The Stars of Country” is scheduled for 7 p.m. March 28 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $18. Call 702-240-1301.
Singer BJ Thomas plans to perform at 7:30 p.m. March 28 and 29 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $15.95. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.
Signature Productions plans to present the musical “Mary Poppins” March 31-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 11, 18 and 25. For tickets, visit signatureproductions.net or call 702-878-7529.
Easter Seals Nevada plans to host its seventh annual fundraiser event, Walk With Me, at 9 a.m. April 4 W. Wayne Bunker Family Park, 7351 W. Alexander Road at Tenaya Way. A carnival is planned at 10 a.m. Walk With Me is a 2-mile family fun walk to benefit Nevada residents living with disabilities. Expect a Las Vegas celebrity kickoff led by grand marshal Earl Turner, musical performances and entertainment, carnival games, a children’s Easter egg hunt, concessions, a petting zoo, pony rides and other family-friendly activities. Visit walkwithme.org/lasvegas.
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.
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. The schedule for February is: John Hilder, Feb. 19; and John Bizarre, Feb. 26. 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. The schedule for February is: Lil’ Elmo and the Cosmos, Feb. 13 and 14; The Klique, Feb. 20 and 21; and Robbie Howard, Feb. 27 and 28. 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.