Summerlin Area Community Events Calendar, Feb. 18-24, 2016

THE WEEK'S BEST BETS

1. Winter Wine Fest: The event is set from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 19 at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd., to benefit the Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation. Along with wine sampling, a silent auction, including roundtrip airline tickets, a Jerry Tarkanian-signed basketball and a Lake Tahoe cabin rental, is planned. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Visit hfnv.org.

2. Justin Willman: The comedian (who hosts "Cupcake Wars" on Food Network) is set to perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 20 as part of the Comedy Rocks series at Rocks Lounge inside Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets are $25 and $35. Doors are set to open at 7 p.m. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts or purchase tickets through Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or ticketmaster.com.

3. Communitywide Sew-A-Thon: The event, to benefit Dress A Girl Around the World, is planned from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 20 at Peccole Ranch Clubhouse, 9501 Red Hills Road. Call 702-275-4458.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Beers with Beers: Ward 2 Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers plans to meet with residents 21 or older from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Road Runner Saloon, 921 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-229-2144.

Third Thursday: The monthly event at Village Square, 9400 W. Sahara Ave., is scheduled from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 18. A free car show and family activities are planned. Call 949-542-4407 or visit govillagesquare.com.

Gynecologic support group: The group is set to meet from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Feb. 18 at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive, in conference room 1A. It is inclusive of all gynecological cancers: cervical, uterine, ovarian, vaginal and vulvar. Visit summerlinhospital.com.

Jazz at the Ranch: The event is planned from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 18 at Urban Ranch General Store, 6985 W. Sahara Ave., No. 105. Music by Mike Candito Trio is planned. Raffle ticket sales will benefit a scholarship fund. Space is limited. RSVP to info@forgottensongmusic.com.

Summerlin Writers and Poets Workshop: The monthly meeting is slated from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Feb. 19 at the Humana Guidance Center, 8885 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 140. It's usually held the third Friday of the month. Develop your writing skills in prose and poetry in a friendly and supportive environment. Members are both published and novices, who gather for both social and educational programs. The workshop is free. Call Sandy Toles at 702-204-4250.

Veterans Claims: David Bolser is set to visit Atria Sunlake, 3250 S. Fort Apache Road, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 19 and 20 to provide information to seniors and their family members as well as forms and coaching tips on how to file their claim with Veterans Affairs. Email seniorvetllc@gmail.com or call 719-505-2435.

Backcountry Skills: The class is scheduled from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at REI in Boca Park, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. The course is designed to introduce the basics for self-supported backcountry travel, including basic gear and best practices. Register at rei.com. Call 702-951-4488.

"Man in Black — A Tribute to Johnny Cash": The show is slated for 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20 and 21 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $24. Visit suncoastcasino.com or call 702-636-7075.

Author signing: Desert Author Series — An Afternoon with Dr. Earnest N. Bracey is set for 2:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Bracey is set to speak about the history of African American discrimination in the U.S. and Las Vegas. Book and CD sales/signings will take place after the presentation. Call 702-507-3631.

Discounted tee time: Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, in partnership with Badlands Golf Club, is offering discounted green fees of $49 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Badlands Golf Club, 9119 Alta Drive. All proceeds from green fees that day go to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada to fund existing programs. Call 702-363-0754 or visit badlandsgc.com with Promo Code BGC.

Ryan Kelly: "A Concert for the Leap Year" piano recital: The performance, presented by the Gateway Arts Foundation, is planned at 2 p.m. Feb. 21 at Hattie's House, 9109 Lazy Hill Circle. Tickets are $15. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Gateway Arts Foundation Scholarship program. Call Camille Duskin at 702-255-0695 or visit gatewayartsfoundation.org.

Free concert: A concert featuring electric cellists Daniel Gaisford and Jessika Soli is planned for 3 p.m. Feb. 21 at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 8601 Del Webb Blvd. A spaghetti dinner is set to follow the concert. The concert is free, and dinner tickets are $10. Call 702-341-7800 or visit mviewpc.org.

Jewish Genealogy Society of Southern Nevada: The group plans to meet at 1 p.m. (new time for January through Marcy only) Feb. 21 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The topic is Polish Russian Vital Records. Learn the types of records, language used, and format of 19th century records from the area of modern Poland. A tutorial will be presented on how to locate and translate the information you want from these records by speaker Michael Brenner, vice president of the group and past president. Call Laura Moskowitz, president, at 702-243-5917, email president@jgssn.org or visit jgssn.org.

Free guitar lessons for beginners: Classes are set from noon to 1 p.m. the first three Sundays of each month at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The last February session is scheduled for Feb. 21. March sessions are set for March 1, 8 and 15. Call 702-533-3611.

MountainView Lunch & Learn: The program RTC and You is set from noon to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 23 at the MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. A representative from the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada is set to present information about the RTC, Paratransit and special discounts for individuals 65 or older. Registration is required. Call 702-233-5474 or visit mountainview-hospital.com.

Hiking the Franciscan Trail: The presentation is set from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 23 at REI in Boca Park, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. The free, interactive discussion will present trip preparation, food and recipes, and living and hiking with Alzheimer's disease. Register at rei.com. Call 702-951-4488.

The Clark County Artists Guild Winter Arts Celebration:The exhibit is set to be open during regular library hours through Feb. 23 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, featuring more than 70 artists including woodworkers, jewelers and painters. Call 702-507-3860 or visit lvccld.org.

Father & Daughter Ball: The dance is set for 6:30 p.m. Feb. 26 at Desert Breeze Community Center, 8275 Spring Mountain Road. The cost is $15 per couple for ages 6-12 and $5 per additional daughter. The dress code is semi-formal. Registration ends Feb. 24. Visit clarkcountynv.gov/parksregistration.

Bake-off competition: Yiddish Las Vegas, Temple Sinai and the Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada are sponsoring the Beyond Bubbie Bakeoff competition at 3 p.m. Feb. 28 in the Temple Sinai Events Center, 9001 Hillpointe Road. Cooks will compete to win prizes including a spot on the menu at the Yiddish Las Vegas Music & Culture Festival in April. Enter a recipe in one of four categories at templesinailv.org/events/bakeoff.

Rohr Jewish Learning Institute: The institute's new six-session winter 2016 course "The Jewish Course of Why" is set to run through March at Chabad of Summerlin, 2640 Regatta Drive. The course will span a range of topics from fun, light and off-the-beaten-track questions to more complex and controversial issues. All courses are open to the public, and attendees need not be affiliated with a particular synagogue, temple or other house of worship. Rabbi Yisroel Schanowitz of Chabad of Summerlin/Desert Shores is set to conduct sessions from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 24 and March 2, 9 and 16. Call 702-855-0770 or visit myJLI.com.

Jewish Community Center classes: The JCC of Southern Nevada is hosting a winter session of classes, with some in the Summerlin/Lakes area at 8689 Lake Sahara Drive, No. 180, and others at Touro University in Henderson, 874 American Pacific Drive. Feburary classes are: Planning a Good Death (a four-part series); Religion and Belief (a three-part series); and Sex in the Old City (a four-part series). Register at jccsn.org/jewish-university or call 702-794-0090.

Youth Soccer League Registration: Registration is open until full for ages 3 to 10 at the Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, for Saturday games set to start March 19. The cost is $45 for ages 3 and 4 and $55 for ages 5 to 10. Youths will play in age divisions, with one weekly practice and one game on Saturdays at All American Park, 1551 S. Buffalo Drive. Call 702-229-1100.

"Hues of Emotion": The art exhibit by Christine Binns is set to run through March 6 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Binns' colorful, abstract mixed-media paintings are intended to elicit an emotional response from the viewer or for emotion to be drawn out from it. Call 702-507-3630 or visit lvccld.org.

"The Philosophy of Form and Color": The exhibit by Eyob Mergia is scheduled through April 2 at The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave., and features drawings, murals and colorful, multi-panel paintings that borrow from Cubism, Abstract Expressionism and the emotional realism of the Baroque period. Call 702-507-3630 or visit lvccld.org.

Spring Mountain docent classes: The Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Docent Organization is seeking volunteers. New classes are underway. Call Carlo Luzzi at 702-355-9341 or email carlo6180@yahoo.com.

Bluegrass Festival Craft Market: The city of Las Vegas is looking for artisan vendors to showcase and sell their work at the 2016 Bluegrass Festival's Craft Market, set from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 9 at Durango Hills Park, 3545 N. Durango Drive. Applications are free and must be submitted by Feb. 29. All artists who create original Americana/folk art and crafts in any variety of media, including paints, sculpture, print work, photographs, fabric art, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking and home decor are encouraged to apply. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov/faces/home/office-of-cultural-affairs. For more information, call 702-229-3514 or visit artslasvegas.org.

Rainbow Youth Soccer League signups: League signups are planned from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays through March 4 at the Desert Breeze Soccer Complex snack bar, 8275 Spring Mountain Road. To sign up, participants should bring a copy of their birth certificate, a wallet-size photo and $125 in cash, check or money order. The fee includes 10 games, a picture plaque and a uniform. Call 702-873-1451 or visit ryslsoccerleague.com.

WORTH A DRIVE

"Where I Lived": A Nevada Housing Division exhibit made up of drawings created by Clark County students is set to be on display through March 29 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3820.

"GEEK!": The celebration of nerdy fan culture, written by Brooklyn playwright Crystal Skillman and directed by Troy Heard, is planned for 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Feb. 18-27 and 5 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Onyx Theatre, 953 E. Sahara Ave., No. 16B. General admission tickets are $20 and a limited amount of $10 student rush tickets are available 10 minutes before showtimes for students 18 or younger with valid student ID. Visit onyxtheatre.com or purchase tickets at the box office an hour before show time.

"To Kill a Mockingbird": Performances by the Nevada Conservatory Theatre are planned at 8 p.m. Feb. 18-20, 25-27 and 2 p.m. Feb. 21 and 28 at the Judy Bayley Theatre at UNLV, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Tickets are $27.50 and $33. Visit pac.unlv.edu or call 702-895-2787.

Mozart's "Cosi Fan Tutte": Performances are scheduled at 7 p.m. Feb. 19 and 20 and at 2 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Winchester Cultural Center, 3130 McLeod Drive. Tickets are $15. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7340.

Philharmonic Gala 2016: This year's annual fundraising gala theme is Singing In The Rain, with special guest Patricia Ward Kelly, wife of the late Gene Kelly. The gala is set for 6:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a silent auction, dinner, entertainment and a live auction on the Reynolds Hall stage are planned. Table sponsorships are $5,000, $10,000 or $26,000, and individual tickets are $600 per person. Call 702-258-5438 or visit lvpgala16.auction-bid.org.

Italian Cooking: The chefs at the Divine Cafe plan to lead guests through the cuisine of Italy during a hands-on class scheduled from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 19 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The class fee is $80.10 for members and $89 for nonmembers. Visit springspreserve.org.

Straight from the Heart: Spotlight Senior Services Las Vegas and Pacifica Senior Living are set to host their fifth annual Straight from the Heart Fundraiser at 3 p.m. Feb. 19 at Pacifica Senior Living San Martin, 8374 W. Capovilla Ave. The event will feature a reception and cocktail hour with hors d'oeuvres, unlimited wine and a raffle. Spotlight plans to present Congressman Joe Heck as its fifth recipient of the Straight from the Heart Award. All proceeds will be donated to Honor Flight Southern Nevada. Ticket donations are $20 per person at honorflightsouthernnevada.org.

Job fair: The Grove is hiring for managers, "budtenders," intake personnel and more. A job fair is planned from noon to 4 p.m. Feb. 19 and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 20 at Lucky's Lounge, 7345 S. Jones Blvd. Applicants must be 21 or older and bring a resume, have no felony convictions and have customer service and computer skills. Visit thegrovenv.com.

Rescue in need of volunteers: The Las Vegas Valley Humane Society is seeking to add several volunteers in a variety of positions to help with its efforts to rescue, rehabilitate and reduce animal population in Southern Nevada. Interested and new volunteers can get more information and training during a volunteer orientation planned from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 20 at the rescue office, 2965 S. Jones Blvd., E-2. RSVP by calling 702-434-2009 or visit lvvhumane.org.

Find Your Furry Valentine: Bass Pro Shops is slated to host its fifth annual pet adoption event featuring dogs and cats from various rescue organizations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 20 in the back parking lot at 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Crafts, food and fun are also planned. Visit myfurryvalentinelv.com.

Galleria at Sunset anniversary: The mall, 1300 W. Sunset Road, plans to mark its 20th anniversary from 1 to 3 p.m. Feb. 20. Activities will include live music and refreshments in The Plaza; free family entertainment in the Kohl's court; and a disc jockey, mini-makeovers, swag bags, treats and gift card giveaways in the Fashion Lounge in center court. Also, the first 200 people at the event are set to receive a $20 gift card. Visit galleriaatsunset.com.

Black History Month Festival: All ages are invited to enjoy live music and dance performances, dishes from local soul food restaurants, a historic black Las Vegas photo exhibit and activities for kids from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Admission is $5 with discounts for members. Visit springspreserve.org.

Clark County Commodore Computer Club: The club plans to meet from 9 to 11 a.m. Feb. 20 in room 16 at the Clark County School District Adult Education Campus, 2701 E. St. Louis Ave. Email Al Jackson at jackonmeister@gmail.com or Forrest Nettles at flnettles@hotmail.com, or call 702-363-3331.

Fourth annual Love for Literacy Festival: The event is scheduled at 10 a.m. Feb. 20 at the West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3980.

27th annual Splendor in the Glass Wine & Beer Tasting Event: The event, which benefits programming and community outreach initiatives for Vegas PBS, is set from 3 to 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Westgate, 3000 Paradise Road. Tickets are $85 in advance and $100 the day of the event and are available online or in person at the Vegas PBS Educational Technology Campus, 3050 E. Flamingo Road, and all locations of Lee's Discount Liquor and Total Wine. Guests must be 21 years or older to attend. Visit vegaspbs.org/winetasting or call 702-799-1010, ext. 5344.

Global Legends Series Soccer: International soccer legends are set to go head-to-head at 4:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at Sam Boyd Stadium, 7000 E. Russell Road. Gates open at 3 p.m. The Las Vegas game is the only U.S. tour stop. Players include U.S. star Landon Donovan, 11-time Premier League champion and former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes and Mexico's all-time leading goal scorer Jared Borgetti. All 26 soccer greats on the two teams are required to have won the World Cup, European Championship or Champions League or have made 50 appearances for his country. The event will support the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada and Free the Children, an international nonprofit. Tickets start at $35 at tinyurl.com/jpesl64.

Stellar Gospel Music Awards: An award show recognizing the accomplishments of gospel music icons is scheduled at 6 p.m. Feb. 20 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $50. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.

USA Ballroom Dances: The USA Dance Las Vegas Chapter No. 4038 invites participants to dance from 7 to 10:30 p.m. with a group lesson set at 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Admission is $10 for adults or $5 for members of the military and free for students with school ID. Visit usadancelasvegas.org or call 702-260-0772.

Emblem Club fundraiser: The Las Vegas Emblem Club No. 114 plans to host its annual Paisano Dinner at 5 p.m. Feb. 20 at the Elks Lodge, 4100 W. Charleston Blvd. Italian food, raffles and entertainment are planned, with funds raised going to local charities. Tickets are $20. Call 702-870-7734 or 702-217-1627.

Fishing Workshops: Free fishing workshops are scheduled Feb. 19-21 at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Offerings include a class on bladed jigs at 7 p.m. Feb. 19, a beginners class at 11 a.m. Feb. 20 and 21, a baitfish class at 2 p.m. Feb. 20 and 21, and a kayak fishing class at 4 p.m. Feb. 20 and 21. A women's fishing class is set for 1:30 p.m. Feb. 20. Visit basspro.com.

African-American Peacekeepers Trailblazer Breakfast: Ward 5 Las Vegas City Councilman Ricki Y. Barlow is set to host an event honoring community activists and emerging leaders at 9 a.m. Feb. 24 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov.

"Seeking Justice Through Art": The exhibit featuring social justice-themed art is planned from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays through April 9 at the Left of Center Gallery, 2207 W. Gowan Road. The exhibit addresses issues currently facing society, including racial profiling and gender injustices. It features a juried exhibition with the work of local artists including Dayo Adelaja, Vanissa Chan, Lisa Fields Clark, Steven Dansky, Anthony Johnson and Vernon Rowlette. Admission is free. Visit leftofcenterart.org.

CSN Music Special Event Concert: The fundraiser concert is set at 2 p.m. Feb. 20 inside the Nicholas J. Horn Theatre at the College of Southern Nevada, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. CSN's Department of Fine Arts is set to host the annual concert to raise funds for the Joe Williams Music Scholarship. This concert is set to include choral and band music and special solo performances from guest artists Bruce Ewing, Reva Rice, Ronnie Rose and Niki Scalera. General admission tickets are $15. Call 702-651-5483.

Pahrump Hot Air Balloon Festival: The annual event is set for noon Feb. 26 and 8 a.m. Feb. 27 and 28 at Petrack Park, 150 state Route 160, in Pahrump, about 60 miles west of Las Vegas. The family-friendly festival is set to bring together more than 20 hot air balloon pilots from the western states, music, entertainment, food, arts and crafts, and more. Events are scheduled throughout the three days, including glow balloon events. Admission to the festival is free, and guests can purchase tethered balloon rides for $10 and a wristband for the carnival for $20. Visit visitpahrump.com/events.

Color Run: The fifth annual event, dubbed the "Happiest 5K on the Planet, is set for 8 a.m. Feb, 27 in downtown Las Vegas, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit Three Square food bank. Runners, walkers or sprinters of all ages and athletic abilities will be bathed in an array of colors and island scents as they cruise through a scene of palm trees, vibrant arches and festive music. Upon finishing, Color Runners can celebrate at the Rainbow Beach during the Finish Festival with a color throw celebration, music, dancing and photo opportunities. A new participation kit offers island-inspired items including a lei, snapback hat and sunglasses, along with the T-shirt, headband, temporary tattoos and medal in the classic participant kit. Classic, classic plus or deluxe entries start at $39.99 with options for little color runners. Visit thecolorrun.com/las-vegas.

Cirque Run: Cirque du Soleil is set to host its 15th annual Run Away with Cirque du Soleil community 5K run and 1-mile fun walk March 12 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Onsite registration is set to start at 7 a.m. Pre-race activities are slated to begin at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 8:30 a.m. Registration is $37 for the 5K and $27 for the 1-mile in advance or $3 more after March 1. Register at tinyurl.com/run2016.

Fomato Fun: The Midnight Fomato Society plans to present "Bad Head," a comedy directed by John Tomasello featuring science fiction, fantasy, burlesque and foam tomatoes that the audience is welcome to lob at one another and actors during the show. The show is set to run at 10 p.m. Fridays, through March 25, at the Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St. Tickets are $10. Fomatoes will be sold at the show (cash only). Visit facebook.com/thescificentervegas.

PLAN AHEAD

Inauguration Reception Festivity: Twelve artists from Latin America will collectively launch a new wave of cultural art in Las Vegas during the event set from 7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 25 and 26 at Galleria de Chavez, 7885 W.Sahara Ave., Suites 107 and 108. Artists from Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Peru and Venezuela are set to attend and speak about their art. Contact Ernesto Chavez at vegasframer@gmail.com or 702-395-0598.

Stroke support group: The next session is planned from 3 to 4 p.m. Feb. 25 at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive, in Conference Room B. The group meets the fourth Thursday of the month (November and December meetings are the third Thursday). Call 702-233-7061 or visit summerlinhospital.com.

"West from Home": An artist reception for Valentin Yordanov is slated from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Feb 26 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. The exhibit, set to run during regular library hours Feb. 25 through April 19, features mixed-media paintings that combine twisting graphic lines with boldly colored shapes. Call 702-507-3860 or visit lvccld.org.

Grey Street: The band is set to perform Feb. 26 in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Doors open at 7 p.m. for those 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Health fair: The MountainView Hospital CARES Health Fair is set from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb 27 in the main lobby at MountainView Hospital, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. Free health screenings, information and prizes are planned. Learn more about hospital and community services and celebrate the hospital's 20th anniversary with cake. Visit tinyurl.com/zd6pmr6.

Scrapbook workshop: The event is scheduled for 11 a.m. Feb. 27 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. Learn and share crafting techniques. Bring your own supplies and tools. Call 702-507-3861 or visit lvccld.org.

Grand opening of Glitter & Grace: The event, A Dreamy Bridal Soiree, is planned from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 27 at the store at Tivoli Village, 420 S. Rampart Blvd. Brides-to-be can meet with wedding vendors and sign up for upcoming bridal workshops. Visit glitterandgraceweddings.com.

Responding to Climate Change — A Personal Plan: The free event, presented by the Sierra Club, is slated from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 28 at REI in Boca Park, 710 S. Rampart Blvd. Call 702-951-4488.

"African American Women in Pop Culture": The program is planned for 3:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Singer-songwriter, choreographer and fitness expert Keaira LaShae plans to discuss growing up as an African American woman with a dream surrounding music and dance followed by a performance. Book and CD sales/signings will take place after the presentation. Call 702-507-3631 or visit lvccld.org.

Stroke survivors support: The group is scheduled to meet from 2 to 3 p.m. March 1 at the MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building, H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. Registration is required for all events. Call 702-233-5474 or visit mountainview-hospital.com.

Social Club at JCC: The Jewish Singles Social Club for men and women plans to meet at 6:30 p.m. March 2 at the Jewish Community Center, 8689 W. Sahara, Suite 180. It meets the first Wednesday of the month. Call 702-233-8618 or 702-243-1761.

Westside Newcomers Club: The group plans to host its monthly coffee event for prospective members at 9:15 a.m. March 2 at Temple Sinai, 9001 Hillpointe Road. The coffee event takes place the first Wednesday of each month. Visit westsidenewcomersclub.org or facebook.com/westsidenewcomers, or email wncmbrship@yahoo.com.

Brandeis University National Committee meeting: The Las Vegas chapter plans to host its 19th annual Book and Author Luncheon at 10:30 a.m. March 6 at TPC Summerlin, 1700 Village Center Circle. Victoria Kilbury, Ph.D., plans to speak about her book, "Disenchanted: One Woman's Journey for Independence from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," the real life story of Nabila, who grew up in a society where women have no rights. Bill Friedman is also set to speak about his new book, "30 Illegal Years to the Strip." The cost is $70, with proceeds benefiting scholarships and research in neurodegenerative diseases at Brandeis University. Contact Evelyn Brunner at evelyn.brunner@cox.net or Ronnie Sander at fourredboys@aol.com.

Remington Ryde and Friends: The show is set for 6 p.m. March 7 at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $15. All ticket sales are check or cash (exact change required). Call 240-1301.

Breast cancer empowerment and support: The group plans to meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 8 at the Breast Care Center at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive. Topics vary and include guest speakers, resources, and open discussion with the goal of helping to empower and support women. Meetings are planned for the second Tuesday of each month. To RSVP, call 702-233-7155.

Sibling Class: The class is set from 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 8 at MountainView Hospital, 3150 N. Tenaya Way, for siblings ages 2-12 to visit the hospital with their parents and learn about some of the responsibilities of being a big brother or sister. During the class they will learn about newborns and take a tour of the maternal newborn unit to become familiar with the hospital room setting and equipment. Registration is required. Call 702-233-5474 or visit mountainview-hospital.com.

Hospital Book Club: The group plans to meet from 1:30 to 3 p.m. March 9 at the MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building, H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is required for all events. Call 702-233-5474 or visit mountainview-hospital.com.

Solomon Schechter Day School Gala: The school is set to honor several community leaders at its annual gala scheduled for March 13 at Canyon Gate Country Club, 2001 Canyon Gate Drive. The Evening at the Casbah-themed event will raise funds for the Sidney Chaplin Memorial Scholarship Fund, with all proceeds benefiting families in need who are dedicated to providing their children with an ndividualized learning environment, enveloped by Jewish values and experiences. The event is set to include silent and live auctions. Contact Denise Hahamy at 702-804-1333, ext. 158, or email denise@ssds-lv.org.

Extreme Thing Sports & Music Festival: The annual event, presented by Clark County Parks & Recreation, is set from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. April 2 at Desert Breeze Park, 8275 Spring Mountain Road at Durango Drive. A new layout is planned for 2016, with five concert stages, the Vegas AmJam (an amateur skate and BMX competition), vendor village and food area. General admission tickets are $20 in advance or, if available, $25 at the gate. Visit extremething.com.

DiamondFest 2016: The event is set to celebrate Neil Diamond with music and film April 21-24 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Nearly a dozen of tribute artists are set to be showcased at the festival, which will include four unique concerts. A portion of the proceeds will benefit nonprofit Our Military Kids. Tickets to each DiamondFest event are available a la carte (prices range from $19.95 to $49.95) or purchase an all-inclusive VIP Package for $295. For a complete schedule and to purchase tickets, visit diamondfest2016.com.

Rita Rudner: The comedian is scheduled to perform at 8 p.m. April 22 and 23 as part of the Comedy Rocks series in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets start at $25 and go on sale Feb. 5 at 10 a.m. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts or purchase tickets through Ticketmaster at ticketmaster.com or 800-745-3000.

ONGOING EVENTS

Groups, societies and clubs:

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.

An Improv and Comedy Troupe is scheduled to meet and rehearse from 6 to 7 p.m. Mondays at Five Star Tavern, 9201 Del Webb Blvd., at the Palm Valley Golf Course clubhouse. Spectators are welcome. Call 818-261-4566 or 702-363-5330.

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.

The Ward 2 Walkers group plans to meet at 8 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Hualapai Canyon Trailhead on Hualapai Way north of Alta Drive. Join Ward 2 Las Vegas City Councilman Bob Beers for exercise and conversation. The trailhead loop is 1 mile, and the intent is to walk two loops. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov/information or call 702-229-2144.

The Rotary Club of Las Vegas-Summerlin invites the Summerlin business community to breakfast and fellowship Tuesday mornings at 7:15 a.m at TPC Summerlin, 1700 Village Center Circle. Email Pat Landaker at summerlinrotary@rotarysummerlin.org.

Monthly bladder cancer support group meetings are planned for the fourth Wednesday of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive, in meeting room 1a. Patients and survivors of bladder cancer and their spouses, partners and caregivers are invited for informational and support meetings. RSVP or address any questions to Don or Teri at donrosiew@gmail.com or terikoehler@gmail.com.

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.

Named for the 10-13 call for an officer who needs assistance, the Las Vegas 13 Club meets the last Thursday of most months (except November, when they meet the third Thursday) at 7 p.m. at O'Aces Sports Bar, 4955 S. Decatur Blvd. The club is made up primarily of retired New York Police Department officers and other law enforcement officers. No meeting is planned for December. Visit lvten13.com or contact club president Peter Trimboli at 702-349-5313 or trimbil.peter@yahoo.com.

The German Friendship Club plans to meet at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of each month at the Trails Community Center, 1910 Spring Gate Lane. Call 702-254-2590.

The free West Side Photo Club plans to meet from 7 to 9 p.m. the first and third Thursday of each month at Summerlin Hospital, 657 N. Town Center Drive. It is looking for active, experienced photographers willing to share their knowledge and passion for digital photography. The varied meeting agenda promotes the technical, artistic and social aspects of photography. Email westsidephotoclub@yahoo.com to request a meeting agenda.

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.

Classes/services:

Free blood pressure screenings are scheduled from 10 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays at the MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. Registration is required. Call 702-233-5474 or visit mountainview-hospital.com.

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.

Yoga with Christian sessions are slated from 9 to 10 a.m. Thursdays at the MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building, H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. The cost is $5 per class. Registration is required. Call 702-233-5474 or visit mountainview-hospital.com.

Free Fly Fishing Workshops led by Bill Teresco are set to be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. for beginners and from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. for advanced students Thursdays at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Visit basspro.com or call 702-730-5200.

The free MS Stretch & Flex class for those with multiple sclerosis and H2U members ($5 fee for all others) is planned from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays at the MountainView Hospital Medical Office Building H2U, Suite 114, 3150 N. Tenaya Way. Registration is required. Call 702-233-5474 or visit mountainview-hospital.com.

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.

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. Arrive 15 minutes early to tune your guitar. Call 702-507-3630 or 702-533-3611.

Churches:

Grace Presbyterian Church's Hualapai campus, 4590 S. Hualapai Way, plans to host a free movie night at 6:30 p.m. the second Friday of every month. Doors are set to open at 6 p.m., and popcorn and snacks will be provided. Call 702-384-4554.

The 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. ZIP codes served are 89113, 89118, 89139, 89141, 89148, 89178, and 89179. Email birdsoftheair@epiclv.org.

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

At Tivoli Village:

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.

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.

A Home 4 Spot Animal Rescue plans to host pet adoptions from noon to 3 p.m. the second, third and fourth Sundays at Petco, 10000 W. Sahara Ave. Adoptions are scheduled from noon to 3 p.m. the first Sunday at Shaggy Chic Pet Salon at Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd. Visit ahome4spot.com.

At Village Square:

A Third Thursdays event is planned at Village Square, 9400 W. Sahara Ave., 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month. The next one is set for Feb. 18. They provide the community with fun activities while taking advantage of promotions at the shops and restaurants in the center. Visit govillagesquare.com or call 702-715-4110.

At Downtown Summerlin:

Fit4Mom plans to host Stroller Barre classes from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

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 U.S. Tennis Association plans to host free tennis clinics for children ages 3 to 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays in the Macy's Court at Downtown Summerlin, 1980 Festival Plaza Drive. The clinics are designed to introduce the sport to children and teach basic skill sets. Visit downtownsummerlin.com or call 702-832-1000.

Rampart Casino entertainment:

Addison's Lounge in the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to host free weekly live entertainment. Set to perform from 7 p.m. to midnight are Carmine Mandia, Feb. 19 and 20; and Rev It Up, Feb. 26 and 27. Call 702-507-5900.

J.C.'s Irish Sports Pub inside the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to host free weekly live music 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The schedule includes Rok of Ages, Feb. 19 and 20; and Play Deep, Feb. 26 and 27. Call 702-869-7725.

The Rampart Casino's Round Bar, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans to present live music throughout the week. The schedule includes Cool Change, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Feb. 19 and 20; Glenn Gallarde, 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Feb. 19 and 20, and 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Feb. 26 and 27; and DnD Project, 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Feb. 26 and 27. Call 702-507-5900.

Bonkerz Comedy Club inside Addison's Lounge at the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., has acts slated for 7 p.m. Thursdays. The schedule includes Anthony Padilla, Feb. 18; and Steve McInelly, Feb. 25. Admission is free and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 6 p.m. Call 702-507-5980.

Ceres at the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., plans a Sunday Jazz Brunch featuring jazz saxophonist Vince Priester and guitarist accompanist Calvin Brooks from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 21 and a Sunday Brunch featuring Mark O'Toole, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 28. Brunches are $24.99 per person plus gratuity. Call 702-869-7381.

Red Rock Resort entertainment:

Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., plans to feature Mahi Crabbe from 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays in T-Bones Chophouse. Cali Tucker is set to perform from 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays. Steven Raper is set to perform from 6 to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit redrock.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 redrock.sclv.com.

Live music is scheduled from 8 to 11 p.m. Fridays at Hearthstone. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Live music is scheduled 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. Rick Duarte is scheduled from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays and Tony Venniro from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturdays. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Live music is scheduled from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays in Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. The Friday schedule includes Empire Records, Feb. 19, and The New Retros, Feb. 26. The Saturday schedule includes Empire Records, Feb. 20, and The New Retros, Feb. 27. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit redrock.sclv.com.

Lucille's plans to host live entertainment from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturdays. Visit redrock.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 redrock.sclv.com.

Local entertainment:

Friday Night Band Night is set to present live rock, blues or country bands at 7:30 p.m. Fridays at The Summit, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Admission is $10 with a one-drink minimum. Call 702-240-1311.

Las Vegas Accordion Club members Walter Piortrowski, Etta Baykara, Betty Guthrie, Mary Kaplan and Bob Schoffstall are scheduled to perform from 1 to 4 p.m. every third Saturday at the Food Factory, 4140 S. Durango Drive. Visit facebook.com/LVAccordions.

Free museum admission:

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, 360 Promenade Place; Las Vegas Natural History Museum, 900 Las Vegas Blvd. North; or the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., free. Present a debit or credit card to receive free museum admission. Visit museums.bankofamerica.com.