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Southwest and Spring Valley Community Events Calendar, June 30-July 6, 2016

THE WEEK’S BEST BETS

1. “Memphis The Musical”: Super Summer Theatre performances of the musical are scheduled under the stars at 8:05 p.m. July 6-9, 13-16 and 20-23 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Tickets are $12.95 in advance for Wednesdays and Thursdays and $15.95 for Fridays and Saturdays and $20 at the gate if available. Children 5 or younger get in free. Visit supersummertheatre.org.

2. Desert Survivor!: A new animal show is set to feature a rotating cast of critters including the desert night snake, desert tortoise, kangaroo rat, California kingsnake, desert tarantula, gopher snake, chuckwalla and more in 30-minute shows at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily through Aug. 21 inside the Big Springs Theatre in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Shows are free with paid admission. Visit springspreserve.org.

3. Norman Foote workshop and concert: Musician Norman Foote is scheduled to lead a free children’s songwriting workshop from 11 a.m. to noon July 5 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane, and 4 to 5 p.m. July 5 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Foote is then set to perform free concerts from noon to 1 p.m. at the Windmill Library and 5 to 6 p.m. at the Spring Valley Library, where he hopes to perform songs written with the help of workshop participants. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3820.

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Job fair: The fair for Floor Care Custodian Supervisors is planned from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 1 at the Opportunity Village Ralph & Betty Engelstad Campus, 6050 S. Buffalo Drive. On-site interviews will be conducted, and all applicants who pass the first two rounds will be required to demonstrate knowledge in using the equipment and chemicals needed to complete tasks. Opportunity Village plans to hire four to five applicants the day of the job fair. Under the direction of the Facilities Manager/Customer Service Manager of Service Contracts, Floor Care Custodians will perform a variety of cleaning duties such as carpet cleaning, pressure washing, hard floor restoration, specialized cleaning and heavy duty cleaning of public restrooms. Responsibilities may also include performing the full range of assigned custodial duties. Visit bit.ly/28QuJte.

Applicant requirements include:

— High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year verifiable work experience in the floor care field

— Valid Nevada Drivers License with a clean annual DMV report and must be 21) years of age in order to be eligible to drive company vehicles. Must complete and pass the Smith’s Driving Training Course administered by Opportunity Village.

— Preferred: Prior experience with developmentally disabled individuals.

— Ability to work in a typical office environment as well as a work center and community businesses with high levels of noise

“Star Wars” activities: Mingle with “Star Wars” heroes and villains in full costume, attend one of two Jedi training sessions and more during inter-galactic activities scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 30 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Starting at 10 a.m., tickets will be distributed for a surprise film screening. General admission is free during activities. For $3, kids can craft lightsabers or robes. Visit springspreserve.org.

Sin City Sinners: The Sin City Sinners All Stars are set to perform a free show at 10 p.m. June 30 in The Lounge at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Visit palms.com.

Yankee Doodle at the Pools: The event is scheduled from noon to 4 p.m. July 1 at Garside Pool, 250 S. Torrey Pines Drive. The cost is $2 for ages 4 to 17 and 50 or older, $3 for ages 18 to 49 and free for ages 3 or younger. Visit lasvegasnevada.gov.

“Rainbows & Unicorns”: The Bubblegum Gallery, 1800 S. Industrial Road, Suite 207D, is slated to host a “Rainbows & Unicorns” group art show throughout July. The show is set to open during First Friday from 6 to 10 p.m July 1. In addition to the show, painting classes scheduled at the gallery include a Baymax-themed class on July 9, a “Harry Potter”-themed class July 23, and a “Nightmare Before Christmas”-themed class on July 30. All classes are set from 6 to 8 p.m. Most paint classes are $20. Find LeslieAnn Farrell on Facebook or call 702-806-0930.

Ice cream social: Seniors are invited to an old-fashioned Independence Day ice cream social scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. July 1 at the West Flamingo Active Adult Center, 6255 W. Flamingo Road. The cost is $3, which includes ice cream and toppings. Registration is required. Visit clarkcountynv.gov or call 702-455-7742.

STEAM stations: The Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd., plans science, technology, engineering, art and math stations for children 6 to 11 from 4 to 5 p.m. July 1, for preschoolers from 11 a.m. to noon July 2, and for families from 4 to 5 p.m. July 3. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3820.

Rainbow Youth Soccer League signups: Early-bird signups for games for girls or boys ages 2 to 18 are planned from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 2, 9, 16 and 23 at Villa Pizza, 3385 S. Durango Drive. To sign up, participants should bring a copy of their birth certificate, a wallet-size photo and $125 cash, check or money order. The fee includes 10 games, a picture plaque and a uniform. Call 702-873-1451 or visit ryslsoccerleague.com.

Charlie Murphy: The actor, screenwriter and comedian is set to perform stand-up comedy at 8 p.m. July 2 and 3 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $39.95. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Music fan club meeting: The Spring Valley Music Club, a group of music lovers who meet to discuss various albums and performers, is set to gather from 4 to 5 p.m. July 2 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3820.

Fourth of July viewing and dining: Enjoy food, cocktails and a view of the valley’s July 4 fireworks from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Divine Cafe at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Reserved seats are $9 for Springs Preserve members and $10 for nonmembers. Visit springspreserve.org.

Lego Club: Kids are invited to listen to stories and play with Lego bricks from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. July 5 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Odd Squad: Kids ages 5 to 8 are invited to try their hand at solving Odd Squad agent problems using math and creativity from 2 to 3 p.m. July 6 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Registration is required. Visit lvccld.org.

Kindergarten readiness: Parents and children can prep for school at Ready, Set, Kindergarten!, a free workshop scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 6 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Parrothead club: The Phin City Parrothead Club plans to meet at 7 p.m. July 6 at Tommy Rocker’s, 4275 Dean Martin Drive. Nonmembers are always welcome. There will be live music with no cover charge. Parrot-phenalia is set to be raffled off to raise money for the group’s charity of the month Save the Manatee.

Lego League: Kids ages 6 to 11 are invited to play with Lego bricks from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. July 6 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Space is limited. Tickets can be picked up at 5 p.m. Visit lvccld.org.

Leadership series: The Simmons Group plans to launch a six-part leadership training series from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 7 at the United Way, 5830 W. Flamingo Road. The first session is set to go over emotional intelligence. Additional sessions planned include conflict management on Aug. 11, core competencies on Sept. 8, presentation skills on Oct. 6, and finance for the non-financial manager on Nov. 10. For information on fees, call Bailey Gibbons of the Simmons Group at 702-492-5314.

Nevada Watercolor Society Show: An array of the best watercolor paintings by the Nevada Watercolor Society are set to be on display through July 10 in the Big Springs Gallery of the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. The exhibit is free with paid admission. Visit springspreserve.org.

Guitar for amateurs: Local instructor Don Musser is set to give a free entry-level group lesson for teens, adults and seniors from 4 to 5 p.m. most Sundays at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Watercolor workshop: The Nevada Watercolor Society plans a workshop with artist David Lobenberg, a teacher of California Vibe style, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 8 and 9 in the Spanish Oaks Clubhouse, 2201 Spanish Oaks Drive. Lobenberg has completed commissions for the Sacramento Kings, the IMAX corporation and more. The workshop is $235 for society members and $260 for nonmembers. Payment is due July 1. Visit nvws.org or contact Linda Smith at 509-499-1156 or lsmith.lv@outlook.com.

Yoga on the Meadow: Yoga sessions are planned weekends in the meadow at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Entry into the park is $7 per vehicle for Nevada residents and $9 per vehicle for others. For times, contact David Low at 702-875-4141 or smr-interp@parks.nv.gov.

“Aurora”: The Film “Aurora: Fire in the Sky” is set to be screened at 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays in July in the Big Springs Theater in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit springspreserve.org.

Summer fun camps: Themed camps for kids ages 6 to 12 are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays through Aug. 26 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Camp fees are $200 per week for Springs Preserve members and $225 for nonmembers. After-hours care is available for an additional $50 per week. Visit springspreserve.org.

Cabanas for a Cause: The Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road, has set aside select Mondays throughout the summer to donate a $100 per cabana rental fee to a different charity every week. So far, the lineup includes the HELP of Southern Nevada on July 11; the Las Vegas Academy Alumni Association on July 18; Friends of the Rainbow Company Youth Theatre on July 25; Dress for Success Southern Nevada on Aug. 8; the Epicurean Charitable Foundation on Aug. 15; Firefighters of Southern Nevada Burn Foundation and the Las Vegas Boxer Club and Rescue on Aug. 22; and Special Olympics Nevada on Aug. 29. Visit palms.com.

Art show: Ruby Young, 84, plans to show her mixed media art incorporating fabric and beads in paintings through July 12 in the gallery of the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Fabulous Las Vegas Scribes: A show of calligraphy, letter arts and paper arts by Scribes members is scheduled to be on display through July 26 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Visit lvccld.org.

Playing with Light: Guests can use basic physics principals to explore interactive exhibits at a visiting exhibit on the art of illumination through Sept. 4 in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Guests can sneak past a laser light security block, step inside a giant telescope and draw with infrared paint. The exhibit is free with paid admission. Visit springspreserve.org.

“Heritage Habitats”: Ginger Owen and Vicki Vanameyden’s art exhibit focused on nostalgia and memory is set to be on display through Oct. 1 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Visit artslasvegas.org.

WORTH A DRIVE

Night Hike: The free activity is planned from 8 to 9 p.m. July 1 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road. The hike is rated easy with mostly paved paths and gravel over small hills. Participants are invited to bring a flashlight. Space is limited. Registration is required. Visit gomtcharleston.com or email programs@gomtcharleston.com.

Free musical: A free performance of the musical “Dublin Rising” is scheduled for 8 p.m. July 1 and 2 and 2 p.m. July 3 at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. By Krishna Alexandra and Lorien Patton, it is an original story about the everyday women involved in the 1916 Easter Rising in Dublin, Ireland, which paved the way for Irish independence in 1921. Call 702-507-3863.

Junior Ranger: The free program is planned from 2 to 3 p.m. July 2 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road, and is set to teach junior rangers about the Spring Mountains, how to help protect the area and other outdoor skills. Visit gomtcharleston.com.

Independence Concert: The concert is planned from 5 to 8 p.m. July 2 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road, and is set to raise funds for GO Mount Charleston programs and to honor the third anniversary of the Carpenter 1 fire, which still affects some of the trails. Visit gomtcharleston.com.

Clark County Wetlands Park Open House: The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 2 at Clark County Wetlands Park, 7050 Wetlands Park Lane. It is set to have fun, educational activities for families and first-time visitors. Most of the programming is set to be inside the Nature Center. Visitors can participate in nature-themed storytime and craft activities, an interactive bird display and talks about common animals seen in the park. Visit clarkcountynv.gov/wetlandspark or call 702-455-7522.

Pool at the Plaza: The renovated rooftop pool at the Plaza, 1 S. Main St., plans to host a grand opening event for hotel guests and the general public at 7:30 p.m. July 2 with a performance by the Johnny Cash tribute band, Cash’d Out, planned for 8:30 p.m. and a fireworks show planned for 9:30 p.m. Grand opening festivities are set to continue through the weekend, including a barbecue at 11 a.m. each day with entertainment from a local DJ, and a pickleball exhibition and round robin held in conjunction with players from the USA Pickleball Association set for July 3 and 4. Pool admission is free for locals of all ages with ID. Visit plazahotelcasino.com

Fireworks at Caesars: The fireworks show, kicking off the Summer of Caesars to celebrate the property’s 50th anniversary, is scheduled at 9 p.m. July 3, with a 13½-minute display planned above the Julius Tower. Visit caesars.com/cp50.

Lake Las Vegas Independence Day Celebration: The event is slated to start at 2 p.m. July 3 at MonteLago Village at Lake Las Vegas, 75 Montelago Blvd. The event is expected to include two simultaneous fireworks shows at 8:40 p.m., and a performance by the Henderson Symphony Orchestra. Entertainment and water activities also are planned throughout the day. Visit lakelasvegas.com.

Boulder City Damboree Celebration: Boulder City is set to host its 68th annual Fourth of July celebration starting at 7 a.m. July 4 with a pancake breakfast, followed by a 9 a.m. parade, along with games and concessions, music and a water fight where float riders and bystanders will battle with squirt guns. A fireworks show is planned at 9 p.m. in Broadbent Memorial Park, 1301 Fifth St. Visit bcnv.org.

Guided Hikes: The free activity is planned from 2 to 4 p.m. July 3, 10 and 17 at the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway, 2525 Kyle Canyon Road. An interpretive naturalist is set to lead small groups on an easy-to-moderate trail, sharing information about the trail, flora and fauna and the Spring Mountains. Space is limited. Registration is required. Visit gomtcharleston.com or email programs@gomtcharleston.com.

Fourth of July in Henderson: The city of Henderson is slated to host its free annual celebration from 6 to 9 p.m. July 4 at Mission Hills Park, 551 E. Mission Drive. The all-ages event is set to include entertainment by the band Loveshack, activities, concessions and an 18-minute fireworks show. Free shuttles start at 5:30 p.m. from Foothill High School, 800 College Drive. Call 702-267-4050 or visit cityofhenderson.com.

Summerlin Council Patriotic Parade: The 22nd annual parade is set from 9 to 11 a.m. July 4, beginning at the corner of Hillpointe Road and Hills Center Drive and traveling south on Village Center Circle and west on Trailwood Drive. The route ends before the corner of Trailwood and Spring Gate Lane. More than 70 entries are planned, including traditional floats, Macy’s-style giant inflatable balloons, bands, performing groups and a variety of kids’ storybook and cartoon characters. Call 702-341-5500 or visit summerlin.com.

Bats and the Park: The event for ages 12 or older is scheduled at 7 p.m. July 5 at Clark County Wetlands Park, 7050 Wetlands Park Lane. Visitors can take an evening bat walk at with staff from the Nevada Department of Wildlife and hear the bats with a bat scanner. Visit clarkcountynv.gov/wetlandspark or call 702-455-7522.

Hot yoga in the Neon Boneyard: The Neon Museum plans to offer one-hour hot yoga sessions with certified instructor Eileen Lorraine in its outdoor Neon Boneyard, 770 Las Vegas Blvd. North, at 5:30 p.m. July 6 and 20, and Aug. 3, 17 and 31. The class is appropriate for beginners to advanced yogis age 18 or older (children must be accompanied by an adult guardian) and will consist of flowing vinyasa sessions set to vintage Las Vegas-inspired beats. Sessions are $18 for the general public and $13 for museum members. Visit neonmuseum.org/happenings or call 702-387-6366.

The World Series of Beer Pong: The event is planned July 6-10 at the Westgate Hotel and Casino, 3000 Paradise Road. Registration is $299 per player and includes a minimum of 12 games of play in the tournament. All participants must be 21 or older with a valid ID. Visit bpong.com/wsobp, tinyurl.com/wghc16 or call 702-732-5111.

Nonprofit appreciation breakfast: The Philantrepreneur Foundation is set to host a Nonprofit Appreciation Networking Breakfast from 7 to 8:30 a.m. July 7 at Winchell’s Pub & Grill, 5445 Simmons St. The Las Vegas nonprofit is a member-based organization providing education and training to local and national nonprofits by helping them build their capacity and aid their communities. Call 702-577-7369.

Myranda Bair’s “High Noon”: The art installation is set to be on display from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday through July 8 at the Clark County Government Center’s Rotunda Gallery, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway. The exhibit transforms the gallery into a microcosm of the local desert landscape with multiple dioramas, mock terrariums, colorful cypress beehive towers and felt cacti. Hand-painted Gila monsters, horned lizards, speckled toads, desert tortoises, roadrunners, tarantulas, burrowing owls, and many others inhabit the terrariums; clarkcountynv.gov or 702-455-7340.

“Dishing It Out 2016 — Vanity Plates”: The election-themed art exhibit is set to be open during regular library hours through July 24 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. The exhibit, curated by Las Vegas photographer Diane Bush, features artists from across the country providing satirical, election-inspired work in a wide range of media, including select images representing each candidate fabricated on gold-rimmed, commemorative ceramic plates. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3630.

Dan Hernandez’s “Genesis:” The free exhibit is planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday through July 30 inside the College of Southern Nevada Fine Arts Gallery, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. The digital and mixed media artworks by University of Toledo Associate Professor of Art Dan Hernandez combine concepts, imagery and design taken equally from contemporary video games and from artwork of religious and historical significance. Call 702-651-4146.

“Ancient Rome — The Empire that Shaped the World”: The traveling summer exhibit is set to be on display at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum, 900 Las Vegas Blvd. North, through Sept. 11. Visitors will take a hands-on journey through the Roman Imperial period, exploring military war machines, significant construction inventions such as pottery wheels and grinding mills, large-scale technical innovations such as cranes, water pumps and more. Learn to tell time using sundials and water clock and navigate ancient maps to plot a journey from Britannia (Britain) to the Far East. Admission to the museum starts at $10 for adults; lvnhm.org.

PLAN AHEAD

Play with clay: Families are invited to make their own clay dough from 3 to 3:45 p.m. July 9 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Duplo Club: Preschoolers are invited to create with Duplo bricks from 11 a.m. to noon July 8 at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Space is limited. Tickets can be picked up at 10:30 a.m. Visit lvccld.org.

Pop Strings Orchestra: The 15-piece band is slated to perform free at 11 p.m. July 9 and 23 in The Lounge at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Visit palms.com.

Chronic pain treatment: Dr. Mel Pohl, director of the Las Vegas Recovery Center and author of several books, including “The Pain Antidote,” is set to speak on chronic pain and opiod treatment at 7:30 p.m. July 8 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Throwback Sizzling Jam: A concert event featuring Blackstreet, K-Ci & JoJo, Warren G, 112 and more musicians from the ‘90s is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. July 8 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $40. Visit orleansarena.com.

Jeremy James: A free acoustic show featuring selections from James’ 700-song set list is scheduled from 7 to 10 p.m. July 8 and 22 in Social at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Visit palms.com.

Chicago: The band is scheduled to play its hits at 8 p.m. July 9 at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $75. Visit palms.com.

Polage art: The work of local artist Austine Wood Comarow featuring polarized filters and light is set to be on display July 15 through Sept. 18 in the Big Springs Gallery in the Origen Museum at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit springspreserve.org.

Peter Pan prequel: Performances of “Peter and the Star Catcher,” a play by Rick Elice based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, are scheduled at 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays July 15-31 at the Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $25. Visit lvlt.org.

Dennis Miller: The five-time Emmy Award winner is slated to perform stand-up comedy at 8 p.m. July 15 and 16 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $54.95. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Stroke support: A stroke survivor support group is scheduled to meet from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the third Friday of each month at Spring Valley Hospital, 5400 S. Rainbow Blvd. The July 15 meeting is set to focus on making good nutritional choices. Lunch is provided. Register at 702-853-3162.

Yu-Gi-Oh!: Youths in grades 4-12 can bring a deck to play in the tournament scheduled from 3:30 to 5 p.m. July 16 and Aug. 20 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. No buying, selling or playing for cards is permitted. Visit lvccld.org.

Auditions: Teens, adults and seniors are invited to audition for the play “Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean,” by Ed Graczyk, from 7 to 9 p.m. July 18 and 19 at the Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Performances are scheduled Sept. 9-25. Visit lvlt.org.

Low back pain: Spine surgeon Michael Trainor is set to lead free information session on lower back pain causes and treatment options from 6 to 7 p.m. July 20 in Conference Room B at Spring Valley Hospital, 5400 S. Rainbow Blvd. Register at 702-388-4888.

Walk With a Doc: Take a free educational stroll with University Medical Center physicians at 8 a.m. the third Thursday of most months at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Upcoming topics include: Avoiding Heat Stress in the Desert on July 21; Saving your Sight on Aug. 18; Ovarian & Prostate Cancer Awareness on Sept. 15; Breast Cancer Awareness on Oct. 20; Respiratory & Lung Health on Nov. 17; and Managing Stress & Dealing with Depression on Dec. 15. Visit springspreserve.org.

Shaquille O’Neal’s All Star Comedy Jam: The lineup of performers for Shaquille O’Neal’s All Star Comedy Jam is set to include Lavell Crawford, Cocoa Brown, Donnell Rawlins and K-Dub at 7:30 p.m. July 21 and Bill Bellamy, Bruce Bruce, Aida Rodriguez, Huggy Lowdown and Brian Smith at 7:30 p.m. July 22 in the Pen & Teller Theater at the Rio, 3700 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $73.75. Visit riolasvegas.com or ticketmaster.com.

D.L. Hughley: The actor and comedian is slated to perform at 8 p.m. July 22 and 23 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $39.99. Visit orleanscasino.com.

USA Dance: The local branch of the national nonprofit plans to host all-ages ballroom dances featuring a variety of music styles from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. July 23, Aug. 27 and Sept. 10 at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Most events include a lesson, and some feature exhibition dancing from experts. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for USA Dance members, students and military members. Pay at the door. Visit usadancelasvegas.com.

Senior law: An hourlong seminar on the foreclosure process is scheduled at noon July 27 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Visit lvccld.org.

Civil War experience: Guests can try on Civil War uniforms and learn to march and drill in formation with input from historic re-enactments at 10 a.m. July 30 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Park admission is $7 per car for Nevada residents. Visit parks.nv.gov/parks/spring-mountain-ranch-state-park.

Trace Adkins: The country music star is set to perform at 8 p.m. July 30 and 31 in the showroom at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $69.95. Visit orleanscasino.com.

Super Toy Con: The diecast model car, toy, comic and pop culture convention is set from 4 to 10 p.m. Aug. 5, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 6 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 7 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Celebrity guests are scheduled to include Chris Sarandon, the voice of Jack Skellington; David Anders from the television series “iZombie,” Milo Ventimiglia from the television series “Heroes;” and William Zabka from the 1984 film “The Karate Kid.” Single-day tickets start at $12. Visit orleansarena.com or call 702-284-7777.

“Bring It On”: Super Summer Theatre performances of the cheerleading musical are scheduled under the stars at 8:05 p.m. Aug. 10-13, 17-20 and 24-27 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Tickets are $12.95 in advance for Wednesdays and Thursdays and $15.95 for Fridays and Saturdays and $20 at the gate if available. Children 5 or younger get in free. Visit supersummertheatre.org.

Coin, stamp shows: The Las Vegas Coin, Currency, Jewelry, Postcard & Stamp Shows are planned from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays, Aug. 19-21, Oct. 14-16 and Dec. 2-4, at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Contact Israel I. Bick at 866-226-0507 or iibick@sbcglobal.net.

Jackson Browne: The singer/songwriter plans to perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 20 at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $66. Visit palms.com.

Summer-end bash: A picnic-themed party with lunch, entertainment and raffle prizes is planned for seniors from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Aug. 24 at the West Flamingo Active Adult Center, 6255 W. Flamingo Road. The cost is $5. Registration begins Aug. 4. Visit clarkcountynv.gov.

Contemporary country: “Ghostlight,” a show featuring contemporary country music, is scheduled from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Aug. 28 in the Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza, 720 Twin Lakes Drive. Admission is free. Bring blankets or lawn chairs for outdoor seating. Wine and refreshments will be available for purchase. Visit artslasvegas.org.

“The Mystery of Edwin Drood”: Super Summer Theatre performances of the play are scheduled under the stars at 7:05 p.m. Sept. 8-10, 15-17 and 22-24 at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 6375 state Route 159, about 10 miles west of the 215 Beltway. Tickets are $12.95 in advance for Thursdays and $15.95 for Fridays and Saturdays and $20 at the gate if available. Children 5 or younger get in free. Visit supersummertheatre.org.

Culture Club: The band plans to perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 21 at The Pearl in the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $70. Visit palms.com.

Outcry Summer 2016 Tour: The religious music groups Hillsong Worship, Kari Jobe, Bethel Music and more are slated to perform at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 26 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $29.95. Visit orleansarena.com.

Make America Rock Again Tour: A hard rock band lineup including Trapt, Saliva, Saving Abel, Alien Ant Farm, Crazytown, 12 Stones and Tantric is scheduled to take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 2 at the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $15. Visit orleansarena.com.

Stars Over the Valley: The Las Vegas Quilters’ annual quilt show is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 9 and 10 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd. Visit lasvegasquilters.com.

Greek Food Festival: The 44th annual Las Vegas Greek Food Festival is scheduled from 3 to 11 p.m. Sept. 16, from noon to 11 p.m. Sept. 17 and from noon to 10 p.m. Sept. 18 at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 5300 S. El Camino Road. The annual event includes music, dancing, greek food, a carnival and tours of the Byzantine church. Admission is $6 for adults and free for children 12 or younger and for active military members and their immediate family. For a full schedule and parking information, visit lasvegasgreekfestival.com.

Festival of Praise: The tour is set to feature Grammy Award-winning artists Fred Hammond, Israel Houghton, Regina Belle and Karen Clark Sheard, as well as industry favorites such as Hezekiah Walker at 7 p.m. Oct. 5 in the Orleans Arena, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Tickets start at $35. Visit orleansarena.com.

Creature features: The cult classic films “The Brain from Outer Space” and “The Brain That Wouldn’t Die” are slated to be screened from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 29 in the Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza, 720 Twin Lakes Drive. Admission is free. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for lawn seating. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Visit artslasvegas.org or call 702-229-3514.

Il Divo: The classical crossover group is set to perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 18 at The Pearl inside the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $74 and are on sale now. Visit palms.com.

YES: Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin and Rick Wakeman plan to reunite for a show scheduled at 8 p.m. Nov. 19 in The Pearl at the Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Road. Tickets start at $50. Visit palms.com.

ONGOING

Friday Night Live: Live bands are slated to play from 7 to 10 p.m. Fridays in the Veil Pavilion at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Admission is $5. An after party with DJ R.O.B. is scheduled from 10 p.m. to midnight. Visit silvertoncasino.com.

Cardiac support group: The group meets from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of the month in conference room B at Spring Valley Hospital, 5400 S. Rainbow Blvd. RSVP at 702-388-4888.

Karaoke Night: The restaurant at Bonnie Springs Ranch, 16395 Bonnie Springs Road, offers karaoke from 6 to 9 p.m. Fridays and live music Saturday nights. Visit bonniesprings.com.

Improving improv: Drop-in improv classes with a new instructor every month are scheduled from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturdays at the Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St. Admission is $10. Visit the thescificenter.com.

Bluegrass jam sessions: The events are planned at 11:30 p.m. Saturdays on the patio at McMullan’s Irish Pub, 4650 W. Tropicana Ave., Suite 110. Call 702-247-7000.

Birds of the Air Food Pantry: The 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.

A Home 4 Spot: Pet adoption events are scheduled from 11 am. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Petco, 10000 W. Sahara Ave., from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. the third Saturday of most months at Woof Gang Pet Bakery, 7080 N. Durango Drive, Suite 140, and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. the second and fourth Saturday of most months at The Wagging Tail Pet Store, 10170 W. Tropicana Ave., Suite 157. Visit ahome4spot.com.

Buddhism 101: The free event is planned at 10 a.m. Saturdays and 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the SGI-Las Vegas Buddhist Center, 2725 W. Charleston Blvd. Participants can learn about Nichiren Buddhism, karma, the Lotus Sutra and how to chant to transform their lives and become happy. Visit sgi-usa-lasvegas.org or call 702-258-6489.

Pau Hana Social: The Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club conducts a monthly social gathering at the Aloha Kitchen & Bar, 2605 S. Decatur Blvd., No. 110. Potential new members are invited to attend. Visit lasvegashcc.org.

Film screenings and live performances: The Sci Fi Center, 5077 Arville St., offers events most Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. A Typical Saturday Night, an evening of burlesque and comedy, is scheduled at 10 p.m. every third Saturday. Live shadowcast performances of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” are scheduled at 10 p.m. the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. For a full schedule of upcoming showings, visit thescificenter.com.

Toddler fun: Staff members from Family to Family Connection plan to demonstrate activities for toddlers and parents at 11:30 a.m. the first and third Mondays of the month at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Visit lvccld.org or call 702-507-3820.

Fish feeding: Watch staff members feed the fish in the faux stream at 4 p.m. Fridays at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 Dean Martin Drive. Visit basspro.com.

Las Vegas Crafters Guild: The group meets monthly at 7 p.m. on the fourth Thursday at Michaels, 7195 Arroyo Crossing Parkway. Visit lasvegascraftersguild.com or call 702-260-0932.

Live music: Music is offered from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays featuring Marty Mancuso and from noon to 3 p.m. Sundays featuring Mark and Dom at Elements Fine Casual Dining & Cocktails, 4950 S. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 100. Call 702-750-2991 or visit elementscasualdining.com.

Square Dancing Classes: The Stardusters Square & Round Dancers are set to meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays for $5 at the Meadows Mobile Home Park Clubhouse, 2900 S. Valley View Blvd. Call 702-348-4906.

Ethnic Express International Folk Dancing: The Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., has scheduled dancing for participants 8 or older from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Wednesdays. The cost is $4 per person. Learn international dance styles, including Arabic, Armenian, Bulgarian, Chinese, Greek, Israeli, Macedonian, Russian, Serbian and Turkish folk dances. Call 702-732-4871 or visit ethnicexpresslasvegas.org.

Scottish Country Dancing: The Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., is set to host dancing for participants 13 or older from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Fridays. The cost is $5 per person. Call 702-229-6383 or visit artslasvegas.org.

Free Zumba Classes: Licensed instructor Jean Smith teaches dance fitness to Latin rhythms, appropriate for all ages and fitness levels, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Windmill Library, 7060 W. Windmill Lane. Call 702-507-6030 or visit lvccld.org. This class is also offered at 6 p.m. Fridays at Body Focus Fitness, 7380 S. Eastern Ave. Call 702-228-4967.

Open mic: Events are planned from 8 p.m. to midnight Thursdays at The Orleans, 4500 W. Tropicana Ave. Call 702-365-7111 or visit orleanscasino.com.

Live local bands: Bands play at 9 p.m. Saturdays at Money Plays, 4755 W. Flamingo Road, and an open mic night is scheduled at 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays. Visit moneyplayslv.com.

Lounge offerings: The Gold Coast Showroom Lounge, 4000 W. Flamingo Road, is set to host free shows by DJ Manny at 6 p.m. Thursdays.

Karaoke: Music is scheduled from 8 p.m. to midnight Tuesdays and Wednesdays at Jack’s Irish Pub at Palace Station, 2411 W. Sahara Ave. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit palacestation.sclv.com.

John Windsor: The singer is scheduled to perform from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Saturdays and 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sundays at McMullan’s Irish Pub, 4650 W. Tropicana Ave. He also is scheduled at 8:45 p.m. Mondays at Ri Ra Irish Pub in Mandalay Place, 3930 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit john-windsor.com.

Jerry Tiffe: The musician is scheduled to perform from 4 to 7 p.m. Fridays at Arizona Charlie’s Decatur, 740 S. Decatur Blvd. Visit arizonacharliesdecatur.com.

The Peter Love Trio: The group is scheduled to perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Fridays at Jack’s Irish Pub at Palace Station, 2411 W. Sahara Ave. Guests must be 21 or older. Visit palacestation.sclv.com.

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