Summerlin Area Things To Do, May 7-13, 2015

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The San Gennaro Feast is set from 5 to 11 p.m. May 7, 5 p.m. to midnight May 8, noon to midnight May 9 and noon to 11 p.m. May 10 at 4245 S. Grand Canyon Drive. General admission is $9 and $8 for seniors 65 or older and military personnel. Children less than 54 inches tall are admitted free. For advance tickets, visit sangennarofeast.com.

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.

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.

The fifth annual Ward 4 “Feature A Teacher” Teacher of the Year Awards are set for 5:30 p.m. May 7 at Conners Elementary School, 3810 Shadow Peak Drive. The event will honor the best teachers from each elementary and middle school in Ward 4. Call 702-799-1402.

The Faith Conservatory of the Fine Arts plans to present “Pippin” beginning May 8 at Faith Lutheran High School, 2015 S. Hualapai Way. Performances are set for 7 p.m. May 8, 9 and 15-17, with a 4 p.m. show set for May 10. Tickets start at $10. Visit faiththeatrecompany.com or showtix4u.com.

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 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. May 8. The event is planned for the second Friday of every 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.

The USA Pickleball Association’s West Regional Pickleball Tournament is scheduled at 8 a.m. May 8-10 at the Darling Tennis Center, 7901 W. Washington Ave. More than 300 players representing more than 20 states are set to take part. Email sallydobson51@gmail.com.

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.

Jeff White Custom Jewelry plans to host a special first look trunk show May 8 and 9 at Tivoli Village, 410 S. Rampart Blvd., No. 160. Champagne will be served, and refreshments, dining specials and door prizes are planned from 6 to 9 p.m. May 8. Julie Romanenko is set to be on hand May 9 for guests to browse her exclusive collections. Visit jeffreywhite.com or call 702-220-9099.

Footloose Friday is planned at 10:30 a.m. 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 Boca Park REI, 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.

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 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 center 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.

Artz-To-Go plans to host Artists Unleashed from 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.

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 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 10 and 17. June sessions are set for June 7, 14 and 21. Arrive 15 minutes early to tune your guitar. Call 702-507-3630.

The Youth Choir is set to perform during special Mother’s Day services set for 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. May 10 at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 8601 Del Webb Blvd. Visit mviewpc.org.

A free Las Vegas fertility seminar is scheduled from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 11 at Opportunity Village’s Englestad Campus, 6050 S. Buffalo Drive. The town hall-style seminar is set to feature Dr. Geoffrey Sher discussing a variety of fertility-related topics, taking questions and donating a free cycle of in vitro fertilization to someone in attendance. To register, visit tinyurl.com/qcshur2.

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.

Drama Kids has scheduled two plays — “Pirates Beware” and “Mystery Under the Big Top” — to be performed by its kindergarten through fifth-grade students at the Summerlin Library Performing Arts Center, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, May 12-29. The after-school drama group aspires to give children better public speaking skills and confidence in social settings. Tickets are free but limited. For showtime information and to request tickets, call 702-870-4354, ext. 1, or email lvdramakids@gmail.com. For more information about the program, visit dramakids.com/nv1.

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.

Oceania Cruises plans to present information on the 2016 inaugural season of the newest ship, Sirena, at 5 p.m. May 13 at Prestige Travel, 7550 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Updates, itineraries and amenity packages on other ships for the 2015-16 collection are set to be discussed. Call 702-946-8710.

Central Christian Church’s Summerlin congregation is scheduled to meet at Faith Lutheran High School, 2015 S. Hualapai Way, at 9 and 10:30 a.m. and noon Sundays. Visit centralonline.tv/summerlin.

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

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.

“Why Women Earn Less and What You Can Do About It,” a lecture by Alicia Dearn, CEO and trial attorney with Bellatrix PC, is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. May 7 at the Barrick Museum Auditorium at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

Las Vegas Stories: The Story of Classic Las Vegas is scheduled to be shown at 7 p.m. May 7 in the Jewel Box Theater at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. The documentary chronicles the history of Las Vegas, beginning in the early 1900s. Producer Lynn Zook is set to be on hand to introduce the documentary and participate in a question-and-answer session following the free screening. Call 702-507-3400.

A screening of “DRAWN: The Art of a Ascent,” a film by climbing artist and adventurer Jeremy Collins, is set for 7 p.m. May 7 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Doors are scheduled to open at 6 p.m. for the multimedia event. Tickets are $10 at the door, with proceeds set to go to the Las Vegas Climbers Liaison Council. Visit jercollins.com.

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 the P3 Loft at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, 3708 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Curated works from international artists will be available to bid on, and the general admission ticket price will go toward a bid on any piece priced at more than $200. A portion of the proceeds will benefit AFAN’s client service programs. General admission is $25. Visit tinyurl.com/afanpttr.

A free Spring Mariachi Festival is set for 7 p.m. May 8 in the main theater of the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. Musicians from the Clark County School District’s Mariachi Music program are set to perform. Call 702-507-3400.

Guests are 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 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 ‘Ohana Festival, a family-friendly celebration of Hawaiian and Pacific Islander culture, is planned from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 9 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The event will feature food, music, an outdoor luau with children’s games and more. Live entertainment is set to include Kailiha’o Hula, the 9th Island Serenaders, the Ukulele Club of Las Vegas and slack-key guitarists Kevin and Ikaika Brown. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children ages 5 to 12 and free for those 4 or younger. Visit springspreserve.org.

Theatre in the Valley plans to perform “Prescription: Murder” at 8 p.m. May 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23 and at 2 p.m. May 10, 17 and 24 at the theater, 10 W. Pacific Ave. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors. Call 702-558-7275 for reservations.

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 University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and the South Valley Rose Society are offering Gardening in Small Places classes at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Upcoming dates are May 9, what’s bugging your garden; and June 13, organic gardening. Class space is limited, and preregistration is required. There is a $25 fee for each class, which includes class materials. Contact Elaine Fagin at fagine@unce.unr.edu or 702-257-5573.

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.

The Las Vegas steering committee of the Human Rights Campaign plans to host its 10th annual gala dinner with the theme “EVOLVE: Move Toward the Future” at 5 p.m. May 9 at the Aria at CityCenter. The year’s theme will highlight the importance of equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender families. The event, which is black tie optional, will feature a red carpet at 4:30 p.m., followed by a VIP cocktail reception at 5 p.m., general reception and silent auction at 6 p.m. and dinner and awards ceremony from 7 to 9:30 p.m. General dinner tickets start at $250. Visit hrc.org/boxoffice or call 800-494-8497.

The annual Art Festival of Henderson is planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 9 and 10 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. The event is set to feature art and craft vendors and two stages of live entertainment. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com/henderson-happenings.

The free Jazz in the Park Series plans to present Selina Albright, Jackiem Joyner and Steve Oliver from 7 to 10 p.m. May 9 at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway. Elan Trotman is scheduled for May 16, Marc Antoine for May 23, Spyro Gyra for May 30 and Brubeck Brothers for June 6. Seating for those with picnic baskets, blankets and low-back chairs begins 6 p.m., with performances set to begin at 7 p.m. Food and drinks will be available for purchase on site. Visit clarkcountynv.gov/parksregistration.

A Cinco de Mayo cultural festival is planned from 4 to 8 p.m. May 9 in the parking lot of Truth Christian Ministries International worship center, 5101 N. Rainbow Blvd. The free event is open to the public and is set to feature Mexican folk dancers, Mariachi players, Mexican food, arts and crafts and a playground for children. Visit tcmii.com.

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.

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.

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 11, 18 and 25 and June 1. Admission is free with a one-drink minimum. Call 702-733-7300.

Local nonprofit Andson plans to host its first Driving Education Golf Tournament May 12 at Southern Highlands Golf Club, 1 Robert Trent Jones Lane, to benefit the organization’s tutoring and financial literacy programs. Breakfast is set for 7:30 a.m., with tee time at 9 a.m. After 18 holes, lunch and a silent auction are planned. Participants will also be able to buy golf balls for $10 each for a helicopter drop. At the end of the tournament, all golf balls will be placed in a the helicopter and hoisted above a course hole before being dropped. The owner of the ball that lands in or closest to the hole will win a cash prize of half of the total golf ball sales. Individuals can participate in single, foursomes or corporate teams, which range from $450 to $2,000. Visit andson.org or call 702-785-0020.

Lexie and Lindsay Kite plan an educational beauty lecture at 7 p.m. May 12 at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water St. The event is set to cover the societal pressures related to appearance, body image and self-worth. The Kite sisters have doctorate degrees in the study of media and body image. Tickets are $12. Visit cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-4849.

The Flip Through Summer Book Drive is set to collect new and gently used children’s books through May 14 for the United Way of Southern Nevada. Books can be dropped off from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at United Way, 5830 W. Flamingo Road. The books are set to be distributed during Flip Through Summer, planned from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 16 at the Spring Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The free event is slated to feature live entertainment, face painting, themed book nooks and free ice cream and coffee. Visit springspreserve.org or uwsn.org.

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary plans to host its annual fashion show and luncheon at 10 a.m. May 16 at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Shopping is set to start at 10 a.m. and lunch at noon. Tickets are $40. Proceeds benefit the Salvation Army’s programs in Southern Nevada. Call 702-870-4430.

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

Boozy Movie at Inspire Wednesdays at Inspire Las Vegas, 107 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is set to feature “Funny Guys” movies in May: 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 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.

PLAN AHEAD

“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 lobby. The celebration 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 Community Center, 9107 Del Webb Blvd. Visit suncity-summerlin.com.

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.

The Capricci Trio plans to present “An Afternoon of Tango” at 3 p.m. May 17 at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 8601 Del Webb Blvd. Admission is free, with a passing-of-the-hat offering planned. Call 702-341-7800.

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

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 Las Vegas Spring Mountains Rotary Club plans to host a Rotary Day meet and greet at 5 p.m. May 20 at the Siena Bistro at Siena Golf Club, 10575 Siena Monte Ave. Meet the club members and discover what Rotary does. Sponsor opportunities are available. Visit rotaryspringmountains.org/events/rotary-day-meet-greet.

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

Lutheran Social Services of Nevada plans its annual wine tasting event from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. May 21 at Cili’s restaurant at Bali Hai Golf Course, 5160 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The fundraiser is set to includes signature appetizers, a silent live auction and a range of domestic and international wines to sample. Proceeds will go toward LSSN programs, such as the Open Air Pantry, The Empowerment Center and the Employment Tools program. General tickets are $65, and corporate sponsorships are $1,500. RSVP is required. Contact Derrick Felder at derrick@lssnv.org or 702-639-1730, ext. 777.

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​.​ The next one is set for May 21. Visit govillagesquare.com.

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.

Downtown Summerlin plans to host Best of Battle of the Bands at 1 p.m. May 23 on Park Centre Drive near CREAM. This is a performance of the two top high school-age bands. The performance will celebrate the winner and runner-up from the Clark County School District Battle of the Bands competition. Florid is the winner from Green Valley High School, and Henniker is the runner-up from Palo Verde High School. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

The Gateway Arts Foundation and Dr. Carole Altman plan to present “I Know I Came In Here for Something,” a middle-aged musical comedy revue, at 2 p.m. May 24 at Temple Sinai, 9001 Hillpointe Road. Tickets are $20. Call 702-254-5110 or 702-616-9338.

The Victorian Railroad Ladies women’s club plans to meet from 5:30 to 8 p.m. May 27 at the Black Bear Diner, 6180 W. Tropicana Ave. Visit lasvegasrailroadsociety.org.

A stroke support group is slated to meet from 3 to 4 p.m. May 28 at Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, 657 N. Town Center Drive, in first-floor Conference Room B. The group is scheduled to meet the fourth Thursday of each month. Call 702-233-7061.

The Seniors & Masters 5K Money run is set for 9 a.m. May 30 at Kellogg-Zaher Park, 7901 W. Washington Ave., for those 40 or older. Sponsored by the nonprofit Vegas Running Connection, the race is designed to promote health and cardiovascular fitness for senior citizen and master runners 40 or older who normally would not qualify for prize money. The fee is $20 and $25 (cash only) on race day. Water and lemonade will be provided at the finish line. Visit signmeup.com/106750.

“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.

Two mini docent classes, each lasting three weeks, are planned for June 6 and Aug. 8 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159. Docents help rangers at the park, and the mini training will qualify volunteers enough to help at the Visitors Center, and in the fall these same volunteers can continue their training when the full eight-week program takes place. Contact Carlo Luzzi at 702-658-9341 or carlo61880@yahoo.com.

Peter Pavone is scheduled to present “Rat Pack Live” at 7 p.m. June 6 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $18. Call 702-240-1301.

The Hot Club of Las Vegas is set to perform at 2 p.m. June 7 in the ballroom at the Desert Vista Community Center, 10360 Sun City Blvd. Call 702-242-4153.

The Desert Tenors are set to perform at 3 p.m. June 14 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $18. Call 702-240-1301.

Neil Diamond — The Tribute is set for 7 p.m. June 27 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $18. Call 702-240-1301.

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 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 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.

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. Call 702-794-0090.

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 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 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.

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.

Sports Talk, a discussion group, is set to meet at 9:30 a.m. Fridays at the St. Tropez Buffet at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. The group is open to all. Call 702-794-0090.

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.

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.

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.

Bank of America invites cardholders to explore Southern Nevada museums free as part of the Museums on Us program the first weekend of every month. Anyone with a U.S. Trust, Merrill Lynch or Bank of America debit or credit card can visit the Discovery Children’s Museum, 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.