Things to do in Henderson April 10-16, 2014

In Your Neighborhood

The Groove Bros., Neil Maxa and Gary Hypes with Chris Gordan, Adelaide Robbins and Santo Savino, are scheduled to perform from 2 to 4 p.m. April 13 at the Bootlegger Bistro, 7700 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door or $5 for students with identification. Visit vegasjazz.org.
The city of Henderson is scheduled to host its second Stroll ‘n Roll from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 12 along Paseo Verde Parkway from Green Valley Parkway to Valle Verde Drive. The street is scheduled to be shut down, allowing residents to stroll, walk, bike and play in the streets. Admission is free. Visit bikehenderson.org.
The Way of Life, featuring the art of Ivan Milosevic, is scheduled to be on display at The Gallery in the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway, April 14 through May 16. Milosevic paints detailed Native American portraits and images that depict strong characters and a warrior’s way of life. His work is inspired by a reverence for Mother Earth. Originally from Eastern Europe, Milosevic holds a master’s degree in architecture and also attended art college. He is a resident of Las Vegas. The Way of Life is his first public exhibition.
A city of Henderson’s Spring Carnival and Egg Dive is scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. April 19 at the Whitney Ranch Recreation Center/Aquatic Complex, 1575 Galleria Drive. The underwater hunt is set to feature eggs up for grabs in the pool. The swimmer who finds the most (by age category) wins a prize. Swimmers are encouraged to bring baskets, and children younger than 8 and those who require life jackets must be supervised in the water by an an adult. Participation is $5 per person. The inaugural Spring Carnival is set to feature carnival games, bounce houses, face painting and refreshments. Participants may also have photos taken with a bunny mascot. Carnival admission is $3. Register for either event in advance at any Henderson recreation center or online with activity code 151151 for the carnival or 136700 for the egg dive at cityofhenderson.com.
The Las Vegas Shakespeare Company is scheduled to present “Willy Wonka” at 7:30 p.m. April 11 and 12 and at 4 p.m. April 13 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets cost $10. Visit hendersonlive.com.
More than 100 baskets constructed by the Las Vegas Paiute, Moapa Paiute, Chemehuevi, Shoshone and Panamint communities are set to be on display through May 31 for the Tribal Treasures: Regional Baskets and Their Collectors exhibit in the Heritage Gallery at the Clark County Museum, 1830 S. Boulder Highway. Visit clarkcountynv.gov.
Nashville Unplugged is set to feature guest songwriter Lisa Carver at 8 p.m. April 11 in Club Madrid at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Doors are scheduled to open at 7 p.m. Admission is $5. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.
Galaxy Green Valley Luxury + movie theater, 4500 E Sunset Road, plans a classics series. Films scheduled include “The Neverending Story,” April 13; “Babe,” June 22; “The Breakfast Club,” Aug. 24; “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” Oct. 19; and “Home Alone,” Dec. 7. Tickets are $7 or $15 for two tickets and a large popcorn. Visit galaxytheaters.com.
American Triology is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. April 12 and 13 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $20. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.
The 2014 Arabian Breeders World Cup is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 10-13 at the South Point Arena, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd South. Admission is free. Visit southpointarena.com.
The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners in cooperation with the city of Henderson plans to offer free classes at Acacia Park’s Acacia Demonstration Garden, 50 Casa Del Fuego St., throughout April. Classes are set to be taught by Master Gardener instructors and begin at 9 a.m. On April 12, Trees, Trees and More Trees is set to be presented by Master Gardener Jeneane Young. Preregistration for classes is suggested. Visit www.cityofhenderson.com/parks and select Online Registration.

Worth a Drive

Starlight and Strings: Tango, a Friends of the Winchester benefit, is scheduled for April 11 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. The event is slated to start at 6 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres, wine and live music in the Friends Desert Demonstration Garden. At 7 p.m., the event is scheduled to move into the theater for a tango concert featuring dancers Jordi Caballero, Ekaterina Fedosova, Carlos Barrionuevo and Mayte Valdes. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7340.
Signature Productions plans to present “Les Miserables” through April 26 at the Summerlin Library and Performing Arts Theater, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Shows are set for 7:30 nightly except Tuesdays and Sundays, along with two matinee shows at 2 p.m. April 12 and 26. Tickets are $30 for adults and $28 for seniors and students. Visit signatureproductions.net or call 702-878-7529.
Performances of “Song-Poems Wanted! The Musical” are scheduled at 8 p.m. April 11 and 12, 17-19 and 24-26 and at 2 p.m. April 20 and 27 at the Onyx Theatre, 935-16B E. Sahara Ave. Tickets are $20. Visit onyxtheatre.com or call 702-732-7225.
The Las Vegas Celtic Society Vegas Games are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 12-13 at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road. Pipe bands, clans and societies, highland games, Celtic music, food and more are planned. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for seniors, military personnel and children 5 to 12. Two-day passes also are available. People who bring a non-perishable food item for Safe Nest’s pantry will receive $1 off admission. Visit lasvegascelticsociety.org.
The Clark County Fair & Rodeo is planned for 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. April 10, 10 a.m. to midnight April 11 and 12 and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 13 at 1301 W. Whipple Ave. in Logandale. Tickets at the gate are $9 for patrons ages 13 to 59 and $7 for seniors 60 or older and children 5 to 12. Presale tickets are $7, and a four-day pass is $21. Visit ccfair.com.
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., plans to present William Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” through April 27. Tickets start at $35. Visit thesmithcenter.com.

Plan Ahead

New Vista plans wine walks where patrons can sample up to 20 different wines hosted by Southern Wine & Spirits Nevada and Lee’s Discount Liquor from 7 to 10 p.m. April 19, May 31, Sept. 6 and Oct. 25 at The Village at Lake Las Vegas. Tickets are $25. Visit newvistanv.org.
The Coyote Under the Stars & Stripes benefit for Randy Couture’s Xtreme G.I. Foundation is scheduled for 6 p.m. May 30 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Tickets start at $39. Proceeds are scheduled to benefit veterans. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.
The Bronx Wanderers are set to perform at 7:30 p.m. April 18-20 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $15. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.
Tony Orlando is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. April 25-27 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $45. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.
The Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, 350 E. Galleria Drive, is scheduled to host its annual Birding Celebration from 8 a.m. to noon April 26 in celebration of Earth Day and International Migratory Bird Day. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
The Coyote Under the Stars & Stripes benefit for Randy Couture’s Xtreme G.I. Foundation is scheduled for 6 p.m. May 30 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Tickets start at $39. Proceeds are scheduled to benefit veterans. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.
Chris D’Elia is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 2-4 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $20. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.
Gary Puckett and Union Gap are set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 9-11 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $25. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.
Dat Phan is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 16-18 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $15. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.
Comedian Ralphie May is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 23-25 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $40. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.
Comedian Jerry Lewis is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 30 and June 1 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $45. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.
Bank of America customers are receive free entry May 3 and 4 to the Discovery Children’s Museum, 360 Promenade Place, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, 900 Las Vegas Blvd. North, or 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. Visit museums.bankofamerica.com.