Things to do in Henderson March 19-25, 2015

THINGS TO DO

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

The city of Henderson plans a Municipal Election candidate meet-and-greet from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 19 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. Visit cityofhenderson.com.

The Lettermen plan to perform at 7:30 p.m. March 20-22 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $25. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Nashville Unplugged is set to feature Bill Luther at 8 p.m. March 20 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Admission is $10. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

Updog is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. March 20 at Jokers Wild, 920 N. Boulder Highway. Admission is free. Visit jokerswildcasino.com/entertain.

The Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway, plans to show “Dumb and Dumber” at 2 p.m. March 20. The film is rated PG-13. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-207-4260.

Blue String Theory is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. March 20 and 21 at the Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Admission is free. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

Elixir, 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway, plans to host live music from 8 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Scott Starr is set for March 20 and Nick Mattera for March 21. Visit elixirlounge.net.

The Hostile Grape at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to host live music from 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Phil Stendek is set for March 20 and Paul Charles for March 21. Visit themresort.com.

The Commanders Jazz Ensemble is scheduled to perform at 3 p.m. March 21 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com/henderson-happenings.

Richard Cheese & Lounge Against the Machine are set to perform at 8 p.m. March 21 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Tickets start at $35.95. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

An EGGstravaganza is planned for fifth- to 12th-graders from 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 21 at the Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Participants are set to hunt for eggs and win prizes. Registration is required. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-565-8402.

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension plans a free lecture on getting started as a desert gardener at 9 a.m. March 21 at Acacia Park, 50 Casa Del Fuego St. Other topics planned include planting fruits and vegetables at 9 a.m. March 28 and a free lecture on desert landscape designs at 9 a.m. April 4. Registration is recommended. Visit cityofhenderson.com/parks.

A Zumba class is planned for 3 p.m. Mondays through April 27 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Registration is required. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-492-7252.

An introduction to creative writing workshop is planned for 10 a.m. March 24 at the Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway. The event is to be taught by authors and members of the Henderson Writers’ Group and cover nonfiction stories and essays. Registration is required. Visit mypubliclibrary.com.

Trafalgar Tours plans to present travel information itineraries for Australia, New Zealand and Peru at 4:30 p.m. March 24 at Prestige Travel, 75 S. Valle Verde Drive. The itineraries are set to cover Australia’s outback territory, Great Barrier Reef, Queensland, Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne and New Zealand’s north and south islands. Peru’s Macchu Picchu, Lake Titicaca, Sacred Valley and Cuzco are also scheduled to be discussed. Call 702-946-8710.

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Nevada Naturalist program plans a presentation on weeds at 7 p.m. March 24 at the Lifelong Learning Center, 8050 Paradise Road. Associate Professor and Social Horticulture Specialist Angela O’Callaghan is set to cover invasive plants and how weeds are becoming resistant to the methods used to control them. Contact Denise Parsons at parsonsd@unce.unr.edu or 702-948-5906.

WORTH A DRIVE

Kansas is set to perform at 7 p.m. March 19 at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Tickets start at $25. Visit silvertoncasino.com/events.

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.

Opportunity Village is partnering with IT Girls, an organization comprising female advocates, to host the third annual IT’s Spring Garden Party. The event is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 21 at the Ralph and Betty Engelstad Campus, 6050 S. Buffalo Drive, and is set to feature a boutique showcasing local vendors such as The SunDee Morning Hat Co., MoeKrafty, Lynn Rosencrantz Designs, Doterra, Ladies Who Dine — Candles for a Purpose, LilyCarol Designs by Carol Sheehan, Las Vegas Fruits & Nuts, UR Sweet Madness LLC and YOUniquelyU. A luncheon prepared by Culinary Arts Catering is planned as well as a fashion show styled by the Opportunity Village Thrift Store and modeled by OVIPs. Attendees can purchase the styled outfits for the OVIPs to take home. The afternoon will conclude with a raffle. The cost is $75 per person or $600 for a table of 10. Email Charlene Blackstone at blackstonec@opportunityvillage.org or call 702-880-4068. All proceeds go to support people with intellectual disabilities at Opportunity Village.

PLAN AHEAD

A Lego night is planned from 6:30 to 8 p.m. March 26 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. The event is designed for children 12 or younger. Registration is required. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-207-4260.

Comedian Charlie Murphy is slated to perform at 7:30 p.m. March 27-29 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $25. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Nashville Unplugged is scheduled to feature David Tolliver at 8 p.m. March 27 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Admission is $10. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

The Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway, plans to show “Horrible Bosses 2” at 2 p.m. March 27. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-207-4260.

The Henderson Firefighters Benevolent Association plans its seventh annual Memorial Golf Tournament commemorating Jeff “The Pirate” Mann, a fallen Henderson firefighter, at 8 a.m. March 27 at Revere Golf Course, 600 Hampton Road. Proceeds from the tournament will go toward supporting various local charities such as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Henderson, American Cancer Society, Rebuilding Together, the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation, the American Red Cross Southern Nevada Chapter, CASA Foundation and S.A.F.E. House. Sponsorships begin at $120. The registration fee is $100 per player or $400 per team. Each registration includes entry into the tournament, golf cart rental for two, driving range usage, a T-shirt and hat, one drink ticket, one bottle of water, one hole-in-one contest entry, beer served throughout the day and lunch. Visit hfbanv.com/golf or contact Mark Lester at 702-421-4322 or mark.lester@cityofhenderson.com.

Gregg Peterson is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. March 27 and 28 at the Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Admission is free. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

The Hostile Grape at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to host live music from 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Rein Garcia is set for March 27 and Zach Winningham for March 28. Visit themresort.com.

The Home Improvement & Backyard Expo is planned from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 27 and 28 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 29 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The event is set to include cooking demos, raffles and more. Tickets are $5. Children 12 or younger are free.

Elixir, 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway, plans to host live music from 8 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Patrick Genovese is set for March 27 and Stefnrock for March 28. Visit elixirlounge.net.

Leadership Henderson is set to host the fifth annual Biddin’ for Bottles fundraiser from 6 to 9 p.m. March 28 at Grape Expectations, 7360 Eastgate Road, Suite 125. The event is set benefit the Henderson Community Foundation, a nonprofit that provides resources and support to improve the Henderson community, and is set to include wine tasting, silent auctions and food. Tickets start at $45. Contact Rebecca Fay at rfay@hendersonchamber.com or 702-565-8951.

The Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway, plans a movie from 2 to 4:30 p.m. March 28. Popcorn is to be available. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-565-8402.

A craft fair show is planned from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. March 28 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 29 at the Galleria at Sunset, 1300 W. Sunset Road. The event is set to include paintings, drawing, ceramics, knitting, candles, jewelry, and more. Visit Visit galleriaatsunset.com/event.

The First Henderson United Methodist Church, 609 E. Horizon Drive, plans a Walk for Christ at 9:30 a.m. March 28. Attendees are set to walk with palms in their hands around the surrounding neighborhoods of the church. Visit firsthendersonumc.org or call 702-565-6049.

Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, plans a James Brown Experience at 8 p.m. March 28. Tickets start at $20.50. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

Tony Orlando is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. April 3-5 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $55. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Nashville Unplugged is scheduled to feature Ben Glover at 8 p.m. April 3 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Admission is $10. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

The city of Henderson plans Cosmic Swim events from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 3 at the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway. The event is designed for all ages, but children 7 or younger must be supervised by an adult. Admission is $5 per person, and registration is required. Visit cityofhenderson.com/parks.

Martin Nievera is set to perform at 7 p.m. April 4 at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $30. Visit themresort.com/entertainment.

The First Henderson United Methodist Church, 609 E. Horizon Drive, plans its annual Easter egg hunt at 11 a.m. April 4 in its courtyard. The event is designed for toddlers to 11-year-olds. Visit firsthendersonumc.org or call 702-565-6049.

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and the South Valley Rose Society are offering Gardening in Small Places classes. Upcoming dates are April 4, irrigation; 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 city of Henderson plans its Healthy Henderson Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 4 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. The event is set to include health care providers, fitness professionals, activities, demonstrations and more. Visit cityofhenderson.com.

A garage sale is planned from 7 a.m. to noon April 4 at the Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Road. Admission is free to shop. Visit cityofhenderson.com/parks or call 702-267-4070.

The Rocky Mountain Gun Show is planned from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 4 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 5 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $15. Visit rockymountaingunshow.com.

The Ma’Ceo Acrobatic Equestrian Experience is planned for 7 p.m. April 9 and 10; 11 a.m., 3 and 7 p.m. April 11; and 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. April 12 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $10. Children 2 or younger are admitted free. Visit southpointarena.com/events.

Illusionist Rick Thomas is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. April 10-12 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $25. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Nashville Unplugged is scheduled to feature Mark Irwin at 8 p.m. April 10 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Admission is $10. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

The city of Henderson plans a Kids Night Out from 5:30 to 9 p.m. April 10 at the Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Road. The events are designed for children 5 to 12 and are set to include games, dinner and arts and crafts. The cost is $20, and registration is required. Visit cityofhenderson.com/parks or call 702-267-4070.

Collin Raye is set to perform at 7 p.m. April 11 at Club Madrid at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Tickets start at $26. Visit sclv.com/ntertainment.

A garage sale is planned from 7 a.m. to noon April 11 at the Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway. Admission is free to shop. Visit cityofhenderson.com/parks or call 702-267-5720.

The Clark County Nevada Genealogical Society is set to host a free Ancestor Search Day from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. April 11 Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Reservations are recommended. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-207-4261.

An introduction to creative writing workshop is planned for 10 a.m. April 14 at the Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway. The event is to be taught by authors and members of the Henderson Writers’ Group and cover memoirs. Registration is required. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-565-8402.

The city of Henderson plans a Jump for Fun event from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 15 at the Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway. The event is designed for children 2 to 5 and features a variety of jump houses. Children must wear socks. The cost is $3, and registration is required. Visit cityofhenderson.com/parks or call 702-267-5720.

Chris Tomlin is set to perform at 6:30 p.m. April 17 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets start at $25. Visit cityofhenderson.com/henderson-happenings.

Nashville Unplugged is scheduled to feature Jim Peterik at 8 p.m. April 17 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Admission is $10. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

The city of Henderson plans its Heritage Parade & Festival from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. April 18 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. The free event is set to include a parade, car show, live entertainment and festival. Visit hendersonlive.com.

The Village at Lake Las Vegas, 15 Strada di Villaggio, plans a pet adoption event from 6 to 9 p.m. April 18. Visit lakelasvegas.com/events-activities.

The Henderson Symphony Orchestra is set to perform with young muscians in its annual Young Artists Concert at 2 p.m. April 19 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com/henderson-happenings.

Crystal Gayle is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. April 24-26 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $55. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Nashville Unplugged is scheduled to feature Kylie Sackley at 8 p.m. April 24 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Admission is $10. Visit sclv.com/entertainment.

An introduction to creative writing workshop is planned for 10 a.m. April 28 at the Gibson Library, 100 W. Lake Mead Parkway. The event is to be taught by authors and members of the Henderson Writers’ Group and cover screenwriting. Registration is required. Visit mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-565-8402.

The Kingston Trio is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 1-3 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $20. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

The Bronx Wanderers are set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 15-17 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $25. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Joey Diaz is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 22-24 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $15. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Hotel California: The Orignal Eagles Tribute is scheduled for 7 p.m. May 23 at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $19.99. Visit themresort.com/entertainment.

Deana Martin and the Big Band Swing is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. May 29-31 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $30. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Comedian Nazareth is set to perform at 7 p.m. May 30 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Pre-show activities start at 4 p.m. and include a bounce house, food, toys, music and more. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com.

Gary Puckett and the Union Gap is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. June 5-7 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $25. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Pablo Francisco is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. June 12-14 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $15. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Comedian Jay Mohr is set to perform at 7:30 p.m. June 26 and 27 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $25. Visit southpointcasino.com/entertainment.

Justin Shandor is set to perform an Elvis tribute show at 7 p.m. Aug. 8 at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $30. Visit themresort.com/entertainment.

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

EARLY VOTING FOR MUNICIPAL ELECTION SCHEDULED THROUGHOUT CITY

Early voting opportunities for the 2015 City of Henderson Municipal Election are set to be available from March 21 to April 3 throughout the city. The primary election is April 7, and the general election is June 2.

For a list of voting times and locations, visit tinyurl.com/kdzsspz.

LIBRARY TO HOST ONLINE BUYING AND SELLING CLASS

An online buying and selling workshop is planned from noon to 2 p.m. March 24 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway.

The event is set to cover how to purchase and sell items through Craigslist, eBay, Facebook and Amazon while protecting against fraud and identity theft.

Attendees must know how to use a computer mouse, copy and paste and basic computer functions. Registration is required.

For more information, call 702-207-4260.

NOMINATIONS SOUGHT FOR SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

Nominations are being sought for Nevada’s Senior Citizen of the Year. Anyone 60 or older who has lived in Nevada for at least five years is eligible to be nominated.

The National Silver Haired Congress Nevada Delegation, in partnership with the Aging Services Directors Organization, established the award in 2013. Las Vegas resident Raymonde Fiol, 77, was the 2014 recipient.

The deadline for nominations is March 31. Guidelines and nomination forms are available at nevshc.org or by calling 702-860-6349. The award is to be presented in May.

APPLICATIONS FOR CITY JUNIOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAM DUE APRIL 10

The City of Henderson is set to accept applications for its Teens-N-Training junior leadership program through 6 p.m. April 10.

The program provides teens 14 and 15 with hands-on learning and training experiences designed to instill leadership, responsibility, teamwork and self-confidence. Teens are selected through an interview process and given summer assignments based on skills, interests and availability.

Participation is $110 per teen and includes training and T-shirts. Applications can be mailed or hand delivered to the City of Henderson’s Youth Enrichment Office, 280 S. Water St.

For more information or for the application, visit cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-4100.

CLUB PLANS CHILDREN’S BASKETBALL PROGRAM

Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada is planning to offer a comprehensive basketball program. Children are set to learn teamwork, physical fitness and sportsmanship.

Prices start from $70, and the fee includes a 2015 membership to Boys & Girls Clubs. Leagues are open to children 5 to 12.

League sign-ups are available at the John C. Kish Clubhouse, 401 Drake St. Practice times and game times vary. For more information, Visit bgcsnv.org.

CITY PLANS WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE

The city of Henderson plans its Lighten Up Henderson challenge in the spring with weigh-ins the week of April 6 and weigh-outs the week of May 25. Details on program prizes and rules will be announced closer to the weigh-in date.

For more information, visit tinyurl.com/lightenuphenderson or call 702-267-4070.

ENTRIES SOUGHT FOR ANNUAL HERITAGE PARADE

The city of Henderson is set to accept entries for the annual Heritage Parade through March 30. The parade is planned for 10 a.m. April 18 in the Water Street District.

The theme is “The Good Old Days,” and all applicants will be judged on theme, creativity and overall appeal. The top three floats are set to receive cash prizes.

The application fee is $50 per entry and $25 per nonprofit applicant. For more information, visit cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-2171.

APPLICANTS SOUGHT FOR HENDERSON SENIOR GAMES

The city of Henderson is seeking athletes to take part in the 2015 Henderson Senior Games, set for April 11-26, an annual program that blends sporting and social events for athletes 50 or older.

Athletes of all skill levels are invited to participate. Registration is accepted through March 31 and is $15 per person (with the exception of volleyball), which includes a commemorative T-shirt. There is a cost of $3 to $5 per event.

Registration packets are available at cityofhenderson.com and at all city of Henderson recreation centers. The 2015 Henderson Senior Games are set to take place a variety of Henderson locations, including recreation centers, parks and schools. Awards are planned following each event.

For more information, visit cityofhenderson.com or call the Downtown Recreation Center at 702-267-4040.