Things to do in Henderson/Anthem Aug. 27-Sept. 2

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

HealthCare Partners Nevada and Humana are sponsoring 6,000 free tickets for a Beach Boys concert and Fun After 55 Good Vibrations Expo set for Sept. 2 at the South Point Arena, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit any of HealthCare Partners’ primary care or cardiology clinics in Southern Nevada or Humana’s two guidance centers (8975 W. Charleston Blvd. in Summerlin or 1000 N. Green Valley Parkway in Henderson) to pick up free tickets.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans free outdoor movies at 8 p.m. on The Green. Catch “Free Willy” on Aug. 30 and “The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep” on Aug. 31. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

Children 3 to 10 are invited to dress as princes, princesses or knights for the Summer Evening Ball scheduled from 6 to 7 p.m. Aug. 29 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. The event is set to feature royal stories, treats, games and crafts. Registration is required at mypubliclibrary.org.

A free screening of the 2010 film “Welcome to the Rileys” is slated from 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 30 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Visit mypubliclibrary.org.

Rocky Gordon is scheduled to perform at the Village at Lake Las Vegas’ Saturday Night Jazz on the Lake series from 7 to 10 p.m. Aug. 31. The concert schedule also includes Tommy Thompson, Sept. 7; Everette B. Walters, Sept. 14; Lee Anduze, Sept. 21; and Anthony James Baker, Sept. 28. Call 702-289-7007.

The Charles McNeal Big Band is set to perform at 1 p.m. Aug. 31 at the E-String Grill & Poker Bar, 2031 W. Sunset Road. Admission is $10. Make reservations at 702-453-8451.

WORTH A DRIVE

Events showcasing Mata Ortiz pottery, and wood, textile and metal arts are scheduled Aug. 30 through Sept. 2 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Activities are set to include sales of pottery, daily screenings of “The Renaissance of Mata Ortiz” at 4 p.m. in the Big Springs Theater, a presentation on Oaxacan folk art traditions at noon Aug. 31 in the Big Springs Theater, a Jan Diers jewelry presentation at noon Sept. 1 in the Big Springs Theater and a children’s pot painting session at 2 p.m. Sept. 2. Events are free with paid admission, which for Nevada residents ranges from $4.95 for children to $9.95 for adults. Visit springspreserve.org or call 702-822-7700.

The Lee Canyon Mountain Fest is planned for Aug. 31 at the Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort, 6725 Lee Canyon Road. Live music, a beer garden, whiskey tasting, a horseshoe competition and a barbecue are planned. The cost is $10 in advance or $15 the day of the event. Paid entry includes two beer garden tasting tickets for those 21 or older. Visit skilasvegas.com.

The Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada plans its World of Girls Expo from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 31 at the Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The venue is set to be divided into worlds, such as Healthy Living World, Environmental World and Financial Literacy World. Vendor booths and speakers are also planned. Admission is free and open to all. Visit girlscoutsnv.org.

The Winchester Star Catchers dance group plans to take its audience on a trip through the world of film, featuring choreography to music from favorite movies, during a recital scheduled for 6 p.m. Aug. 30 at the Winchester Cultural Center Theater, 3130 McLeod Drive. Tickets are $7. Visit clarkcountynv.gov.

The play “The Glass Mendacity” by Maureen Morley and Tom Willworth is set to be performed at the Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive, on select dates through Sept. 9. Tickets start at $13. Visit lvlt.org.

“Pankaj Udhas in Concert,” presented by Mast Entertainment, is scheduled from 8 to 11:30 p.m. Aug. 30 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. The admission price is to be announced. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-807-1737.

Performances of “A Streetcar Named Desire” are scheduled at 8 p.m. Aug. 30-31 and Sept. 6-7 and at 2 p.m. Sept. 1 and 8 at the Onyx Theatre, 953-16B E. Sahara Ave. Tickets are $10. Visit onyxtheatre.com or call 702-732-7225.

The second annual Hometown Heroes BMX Exhibition and street party is scheduled from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 1 in front of Insert Coins, 512 Fremont St. The live-action sports demonstration event is set to be hosted by BMX pro and MTV reality star Ricardo Laguna. Proceeds from raffle tickets are set to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas. An after-party for guests 21 or older is set following the event, with music curated by Life is Beautiful and Las Vegas DJs. Bar proceeds from the night will be donated to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas. Visit insertcoinslv.com or call 702-477-2525.

The Deja Vu Dance and Show Band is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 30 at the Italian American Club, 2333 E. Sahara Ave. A donation of $5 is suggested. Visit iacvegas.com or call 702-457-3866.

Puddle of Mudd is set to perform at 9 p.m. Aug. 31 at the Fremont Street Experience. Admission is free. Visit vegasexperience.com.

“The D*Word –– A Musical” is offering a locals’ discount through Labor Day weekend. Locals can purchase two tickets for the price of one by presenting a Nevada ID at the LVH box office, 3000 Paradise Road, or using the code “Opening” at the dwordmusical.com.

PLAN AHEAD

The Silver Statesmen barbershop chorus and its quartets plan to present “Celebrate Harmony” in honor of the 75th anniversary of the group’s parent organization, the Barbershop Harmony Society. The final show is slated for at 2 p.m. Oct. 5 at Desert Spring United Methodist Church, 120 N. Pavilion Center Drive, for $15. Visit silverstatesmenbarbershopchorus.com.

n Bill Medley is set to perform with McKenna Medley at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 30-Sept. 1 in the Showroom at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $45 to $55. Visit southpointcasino.com.

n The city of Henderson is scheduled to host its Waterday Street Market from 5 to 10 p.m. Sept. 7 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. The event is expected to include live entertainment, vendors and a beer garden. Admission is free. Visit waterdaystreetmarket.com.

n Diamond Rio is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets are $15. Visit hendersonlive.com.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans to present free outdoor movies at 7 p.m. on The Green. Catch “The Incredibles” on Sept. 13 and “Pee Wee’s Big Adventure” on Sept. 14. Admission is free. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans to present free outdoor movies at 7 p.m. on The Green. Catch “The Odd Life of Timothy Green” on Sept. 20 and “Winnie the Pooh” on Sept. 21. Admission is free. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans to present free outdoor movies at 7 p.m. on The Green. Catch “The Incredibles” on Sept. 13 and “Pee Wee’s Big Adventure” on Sept. 14. Admission is free. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

“America’s Got Talent” winner Michael Grimm is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 27 at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Tickets start at $25. Visit sclv.com/concerts.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans to present free outdoor movies at 7 p.m. on The Green. Catch “March of the Penguins” on Sept. 27 and “The Pirates! Band of Misfits” on Sept. 28. Admission is free. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans to present free outdoor movies at 7 p.m. on The Green. Catch “Hotel Transylvania” on Oct. 4 and “Gremlins” on Oct. 5. Admission is free. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

The Village at Lake Las Vegas plans to host Saturday Night Jazz on the Lake through the summer. Concerts are scheduled from 7 to 10 p.m. The schedule includes Tommy Thompson, Oct. 5; Everette B. Walters, Oct. 12; and Anthony James Baker, Oct. 26. Call 702-289-7007.

Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds is set to perform at 8 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets start at $39. Visit hendersonlive.com.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans to present free outdoor movies at 7 p.m. on The Green. Catch “Frankenweenie” on Oct. 11 and “Paranorman” on Oct. 12. Admission is free. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans to present free outdoor movies at 7 p.m. on The Green. Catch “Coraline” on Oct. 18 and “Scooby Doo” on Oct. 19. Admission is free. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2225 Village Walk Drive, plans to present free outdoor movies at 7 p.m. on The Green. Catch “Ghostbusters” on Oct. 25 and “Wallace and Grommit: Curse of the Were Rabbit” on Oct. 26. Admission is free. Visit shopthedistrictgvr.com.

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

The gallery at the Henderson Multigeneration Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway, is slated to feature the oil paintings of Bernie Fiebranz Aug. 5-Sept. 6. Hours are 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Henderson City Hall, 240 S. Water St., plans to display artwork by local artists and city employees through July 25. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Visit hendersonlive.com.

n The “Top to Toe: A Look at American Hats and Shoes” exhibit is slated to run through Dec. 31 at the Clark County Museum, 1830 S. Boulder Highway. The museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except Christmas and New Year’s Day. Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for seniors and children. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7955.

City Lights Gallery, 3 E. Army St., is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

The Nevada State Railroad Museum, 601 Yucca St., Boulder City, offers train rides at 10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets for most rides are $10 for adults 12 or older, $5 for children 4 to 11 and free for children 3 or younger. Visit nevadasouthern.com or call 702-486-5933 for the schedule.

ONGOING EVENTS

The Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve, 350 E. Galleria Drive, is open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily. Admission is free, but guests must sign in. Visit cityofhenderson.com.

E-String Grill & Poker Bar, 2031 W. Sunset Road, offers live entertainment several days a week. Visit estringlive.com.

Ethel M Chocolates, 2 Cactus Garden Drive, is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. A free factory tour, cactus garden and factory store are offered. Visit ethelm.com.

Quinn’s Irish Pub at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, hosts Jeremy James from 8 to 11 p.m. Tuesdays and from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit greenvalleyranch.sclv.com.

“The Magic of Motown & More” is scheduled from 8 to 11 p.m. Tuesdays in the Showroom at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit southpointcasino.com.

Hank’s Fine Steaks at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, hosts live piano bar entertainment several days a week. Dave Ritz is scheduled from 6 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, and other musicians are scheduled from 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit greenvalleyranch.sclv.com.

Club Fortune Casino, 725 S. Racetrack Road, offers ballroom dancing from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Lessons are available. Visit clubfortunecasino.com.

Deja Vu is scheduled to perform from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays in the Showroom at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. There is a $5 cover charge. Visit southpointcasino.com.

Shakespeare’s Grill & Pub, 790 Coronado Center Drive, hosts Pub Quiz from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays. Call 702-837-7900.

Quinn’s Irish Pub at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, hosts Franky Perez from 9 to 11 p.m. Thursdays. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit greenvalleyranch.sclv.com.

The Henderson farmers market is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. Admission is free. Visit hendersonlive.com.

The South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, hosts the Dennis Bono Show at 2 p.m. Thursdays. Admission is free. Visit southpointcasino.com.

The Country Fresh farmers market is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Admission is free.

Speed takes the stage from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays at Quinn’s Irish Pub at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit greenvalleyranch.sclv.com.

Vanessa/Soli Duo is set to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays in the Coco Lounge at Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit fiesta henderson.sclv.com.

Wes Winters performs a free show from 6 to 9 p.m. every Friday and Saturday in the Grandview Lounge at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit southpointcasino.com.

Catch live entertainment from 7 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday at the Piano Bar at Railroad Pass, 2800 S. Boulder Highway. Visit railroadpass.com.

Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road, hosts the Spazmatics from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays in Club Madrid. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.

DJ Andrew B is scheduled to perform from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Fridays in the Drop Bar at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway. DJ Toast is scheduled from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Saturdays. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit greenvalleyranch.sclv.com.

Brian Lee Duo is scheduled to perform from 7 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Rosalita’s Cantina at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.

Club Fortune Casino, 725 S. Racetrack Road, offers free live entertainment from 8 p.m. to midnight Fridays and Saturdays. Visit clubfortunecasino.com.

Antonio Carnota performs from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at Marinelli’s at the M Resort, 12300 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit themresort.com.

Yellow Brick Road performs at 11 p.m. Fridays in the Showroom at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. There is a $5 cover charge. Visit southpointcasino.com.

Hundreds of classic cars are on display every Saturday during Cars and Coffee at Sansone Park Place, 9510 S. Eastern Ave. The free show is open from 8 to 11 a.m. Visit hendersonlive.com.

Darby O’Gill and the Little People take the stage at 10 p.m. Saturdays at Quinn’s Irish Pub at Green Valley Ranch Resort, 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit greenvalleyranch.sclv.com.

Sam Riddle is set to perform at 9 p.m. Saturdays at Club Madrid at Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.

The Hal Savar Trio is set to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturdays in the Coco Lounge at Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit fiesta henderson.sclv.com.

Enjoy live blues music at 7 p.m. Saturdays at Lucille’s Smokehouse BBQ at The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2245 Village Walk Drive.

Club Fortune Casino, 725 S. Racetrack Road, offers free line dancing from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sundays during Steppin’ Fancy With Nancy. Visit clubfortunecasino.com.