Henderson-area Community Events Calendar, Nov. 10-16, 2016
THE WEEK’S BEST BETS
1. Stroll ‘N Roll: The city of Henderson is shutting down the streets for its annual event scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 12 along Paseo Verde Parkway from Valle Verde Drive to the Henderson Multigenerational Center, 250 S. Green Valley Parkway. Bike or walk along the streets. The event is expected to feature bicycle-centric attractions such as a bicycle safety demonstration, along with food and entertainment. Admission is free. Call 702-267-4050.
2. Holiday Cactus Lighting: The 23rd annual event is slated to take place at 5 p.m. Nov. 15 at Ethel M Chocolates, 2 Cactus Garden Drive. It is free and open to the public. Visit ethelm.com.
3. Tater Tots & Beer Festival: Big Food Fest LLC is slated to host the event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. Nov. 12 at the Henderson Pavilion, 300 S. Green Valley Parkway. Guests can sample beers and gourmet tater tots. Tickets are $50 at the gate. The designated driver tickets, which includes unlimited tots and two non-alcoholic drinks, costs $20 at the gate. Participants must be 21 or older. Visit tatertotfestival.com/events/las-vegas-nv.
IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Talk Shop with Cops: Henderson residents are invited to meet with local law enforcement at 7 a.m. Nov. 10 at The Coffee House, 117 S. Water. St. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Dive-In Movie: The city of Henderson is slated to show the movie “The Incredibles” at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Whitney Ranch Indoor Pool, 1575 Galleria Drive. Tickets cost $7. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Live music: From 8 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday evenings, Elixir, 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway, has a variety of free entertainment. Marty Feick is slated to perform Nov. 11 and J Russo on Nov. 12. The lineup scheduled for November includes Nick Mattera on Nov. 18, Southpaw Whiskey on Nov. 19, Shaun South on Nov. 25 and Mark Martin on Nov. 26. Visit elixirlounge.net.
Chadwick Johnson: The Las Vegas singer is scheduled to perform 9 p.m. Nov. 12 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets cost $20. Visit southpointcasino.com.
Saturday Morning Live Toastmasters Open House: The event is planned from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 12 at the Real Estate School of Nevada, 4300 E. Sunset Road. Attendees can learn about speaking and leadership skills, and entertainment, refreshments and raffles are planned. It is open to the pubic, and admission is free. Contact Jane Dow at dow@mind.net or 702-275-4777.
Garage Sale: The city of Henderson is slated to put on the event from 7 a.m. to noon Nov. 12 at Silver Springs Reaction Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway. Admission is free. Booth rental is $20. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Sunset Park’d: The free event, featuring more than 30 food trucks, live music and activities for adults and children, is scheduled from noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 12 at Sunset Park, 2601 E. Sunset Road. Visit sunsetparkd.com or call 702-455-8200.
“The Spider or the Fly”: The play is scheduled for 8 p.m. Nov. 11 and 12 and at 2 p.m. Nov. 13 at Theatre in the Valley, 10 Pacific Ave. Tickets cost $15 for adults and $12 for seniors. Call 702-558-7275.
American Airlines Kiwi Club luncheon: The American Airlines Kiwi Club Chapter is set to host a luncheon and meeting at 11 a.m. Nov. 16 at a member home in Henderson. It is open to all current or former American Airlines flight attendants. RSVP to Carol Buchanan 702-269-3042.
Wellness series: Dignity Health and Inspirada are partnering to bring the community information on a variety of health-related topics at the Toll Brothers Clubhouse, 3190 Mantua Village Ave. A lecture on diabetes is scheduled at 6 p.m. Nov. 16. Visit inspirada.com.
SpeedVegas: The weekend Cars and Coffee event is planned from 7 to 10 a.m. Saturdays at SpeedVegas, 14200 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Meet fellow car enthusiasts as they showcase their exotic, muscle and vintage cars. Spectators can expect nearly 300 cars on display. Admission is free. Visit speedvegas.com.
WORTH A DRIVE
Sideways Trip: The East Las Vegas Valley Chapter of the American Wine Society plans to meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Veil Pavilion at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. A tasting of Santa Barbara wines and an educational presentation of the region are planned. The tasting fee is $8 per person and $15 per couples for members or $13 per person for nonmembers. The society asks that attendees bring their own wine glasses. Call 702-210-9513 or visit elvvaws.org.
All Shook Up in Vegas Elvis Presley Fan Club fundraiser: The annual event is set to benefit Positively Kids and is planned for Nov. 11-13 at Terrible’s Road House, 1 Main St., in Jean. Live music is scheduled from 7 to 11 p.m. Nov. 11 followed by karaoke. The main event is from noon to midnight Nov. 12 with bands and Elvis tribute artists performing throughout the event. A gospel brunch is scheduled from 11 p.m. to noon, followed by karaoke. Tickets are $15 for Nov. 11, $45 for Nov. 12, and $69 for the three days. The theme is Harum Scarum and raffles, vendors and food also are planned. Room discounts are available with code “Elvis 16.” Visit allshookupinvegas.com or contact Judy Ri Chard at relv77@aol.com or 702-379-1680.
Marc Cohn: The Veteran’s Day concert starts at 8 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Veil Pavilion inside the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. The show is open to all ages; guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21 or older. Tickets start at $20 and will be free for the first 300 veterans. Visit silvertoncasino.com.
Santa’s Arrival Parade: The event is scheduled at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The parade is set to start at the West Valet near Yard House and end at Santa’s house in Town Square Park. Once Santa reaches Town Square Park, he is set to light the 45-foot Christmas tree, and snow is to begin to fall. Following the snowfall, children can take photos with Santa inside his house. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.
Photos with Santa Claus: Photos are scheduled in Santa’s Norman Rockwell-inspired house in Town Square Park from 1 to 1:30 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 2 to 3 p.m. Nov. 12 through Dec. 24, at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com or call 702-269-5000.
Las Vegas Valley Humane Society’s 25th anniversary: The event is set from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 12 at Craig Ranch Regional Park, 628 W. Craig Road. Suggested donation is dog or cat food. Activities for pets and their families are set to include free ice cream for kids, entertainment, raffles, gourmet food trucks, dog adoptions, ask-a-vet, ask-a-dog trainer, spay and neuter assistance and vendors. A drone demonstration, magic show and flyball demonstration also are planned. Pet-friendly activities are to include a parade of rescues, dog bone hunt and costume contest. To preregister, email events@lvvhumane.org. Visit lvvhumane.org.
Thrill of the Grill Cookoff: The Nevada Barbecue Association is hosting its annual competition with a pie eating contest, food and craft vendors and cooking demos from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 12 at Bass Pro Shops, 8200 S. Dean Martin Drive. Admission is free. The association asks that attendees bring non-perishable food items to donate to a local food bank. Email Jackie Difloe at info.nvbbqa@gmail.com.
Holiday Craft Fair and Raffle: The Children’s Service Guild plans to host its annual event from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 12 and noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 13 at the Elks Lodge, 4100 W. Charleston Blvd. There will be handcrafted seasonal decorations and ornaments, gifts for babies and pets, home-baked goods and a raffle. All proceeds will be donated to Child Haven. Call 702-258-3557.
Las Vegas Rock & Roll Marathon: The annual race is scheduled from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Nov. 13, starting near Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. South, and continuing south, then north on Las Vegas Boulevard to Fremont Street and back down again. It consists of a marathon and a half-marathon to benefit the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America. Registration is required. Visit runrocknroll.com.
“A Choreographers’ Showcase”: The Nevada Ballet Theatre and Cirque du Soleil plans to present the ninth annual showcase at 1 p.m. Nov. 13, 19 and 20 at the Mystere Theatre at Treasure Island. Eleven originally choreographed dance works will be performed by more than 50 local artists from both companies, including a special appearance from NBT’s Future Dance Scholars. Tickets start at $25. Call 702-894-7722 or visit nevadaballet.org.
The third annual Little Black Dress event: The fashion show is scheduled from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Nov. 17 at Saks Fifth Avenue inside the Fashion Show mall, 3200 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The event is also set to include a Little Black Dress design competition by students from the Art Institute. The student awarded the best black dress design is set receive a $500 grant. Plans include a raffle, live entertainment, food and beverage, and swag bags for the first 100 guests. Tickets are $100 for general admission. Visit tinyurl.com/lbdfsm2016.
“Dixie’s Tupperware Party”: Kris Andersson is set to bring his alter ego, Dixie Longate, to the stage at 8:30 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19 at the Suncoast, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets start at $30. Call Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or visit suncoastcasino.com. t.com.
“Outside Mullingar”: The romantic comedy is set to be performed at 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 20 at the Fischer Black Box at Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $15 for adults or $14 for seniors and students. Visit lvlt.org or call 702-362-7996.
“Dark Matters — The Ways of Joseph Balsamo”: The annual group show is set to be on display through Nov. 26 at Bash Fine Art, 1009 S. Main St. Call 702-998-2808 or visit bashfineart.com.
PLAN AHEAD
“A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving”: The event, put on by the city of Henderson, is scheduled at 11 a.m. Nov. 19 at Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, 1575 Galleria Drive. People can watch the movie and enjoy a dinner of pretzels, popcorn and jellybeans. Admission costs $8. The event is open to children ages 5 to 10. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Color Me Kind 5K: The city of Henderson is sponsoring the event scheduled for 8 a.m. Nov. 19 at Cornerstone Park, 1600 Wigwam Parkway. The city is partnering with the Josh Stevens Foundation, which puts on the Be Kind campaign. Registration costs $25. Call 702-267-4050.
Chubby Checker: The singer is slated to perform at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 25-27 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $50. Visit southpointcasino.com.
Parents Day Off: Children ages 5 to 12 can be dropped off from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 26 at the Silver Springs Recreation Center, 1951 Silver Springs Parkway. Kids can enjoy movies, games and crafts. Lunch is provided. The event costs $28.75.
An Evening with William Kent Krueger: The author is slated to speak at 6 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. The event is free. Visit hendersonlibraries.com.
Pictures with Santa: Santa Claus is expected to visit the city of Henderson from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 3 at the Black Mountain Recreation Center, 599 Greenway Road. The event costs $2. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Library Tree Lane: The annual gala and silent auction for the Henderson Libraries is scheduled at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets for the gala are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. This year’s honorary chairs are expected to be Mark and Colleen Hall-Patton. Visit hdplfriends.org.
Heritage Crafters Fair: The holiday fair is expected to run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Heritage Park Senior Facility, 300 S. Racetrack Road. People should be able to purchase a variety of handmade items. Admission is free. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Winterfest Concert: Just in time for the holiday season, the Henderson Symphony Orchestra is putting on its concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water St. The event is free. Visit hendersonsymphony.org.
WinterFest: The city of Henderson is scheduled to host its annual event Dec. 8-10 at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water St. The event is slated to begin at 7 p.m. Dec. 8, and the parade is slated for 5 p.m. Dec. 10. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
Winter Wonderland at the Ranch: The free holiday show is scheduled for 7 p.m. Dec. 10 at Sun City MacDonald Ranch, 2020 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway. Tickets cost $8. Proceeds are expected to go to Taylor Elementary School and Friends in the Desert. Call 702-492-0508.
Candy Cane Festival: The city of Henderson is scheduled to put on the event from 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 10 at the Heritage Park Aquatic Complex, 310 S. Racetrack Road. The event, open to children 4 to 12, is expected to include bounce houses, treats and an underwater candy cane hunt. Tickets cost $7 or an new, unwrapped toy.
Tony Orlando: The singer is slated to put on a Christmas performance at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16-18 at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets start at $45. Visit southpointcasino.com.
Fandom Friday: Henderson Libraries is inviting “Star Wars” fans out for its event scheduled for 4 p.m. Dec. 16 at Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. The event allows fans of various series to gather. Call 702-207-4260.
Jingle Bell Run: The city of Henderson is slated to host the 5K run at 9 a.m. Dec. 17 at Legacy Park, 150 Pecos Road. Registration is $25 in advance and $40 the day of. Visit cityofhenderson.com.
ONGOING
Elks meetings: The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, founded 150 years ago, is an organization of adults seeking to engage in charitable work at the local and national levels. Membership is open to men and women. Meetings are planned for 7 p.m. the first and third Thursday of the month except for July and August. Call the Henderson/Green Valley Lodge 2802, 631 E. Lake Mead Parkway, at 702-565-9959 or visit tinyurl.com/elksgv.
Las Vegas Wedding Chamber of Commerce Monthly Happy Hour: The event is planned from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month and invites wedding industry professionals to join. Visit lvweddingchamber.com.
Vino With A View: This free wine event is hosted from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays at Ascaya, 1 Ascaya Blvd. The event allows people to meet real estate professionals from the community. Visit ascaya.com.
Family Game Day: Family fun is planned at the event from 4 to 5 p.m. monthly on the fourth Saturday at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Visit hendersonlibraries.com.
Nashville Unplugged Hall Of Fame Series: Performances for the country music series are scheduled for 8 p.m. monthly on the second Thursday at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. The cost is $10, and Boarding Pass card members receive a $5 discount. Attendees must be 21 or older. Visit sclv.com/concerts or nashvilleunplugged.net.
Yellow Brick Road: The classic rock tribute band is set to perform at 10 p.m. Fridays at Club Madrid inside Sunset Station, 1301 W. Sunset Road. The cost is $5, and guests must be 21 or older. Visit sunsetstation.sclv.com.
Desert Newcomers Club: This nondenominational social club for women who are new to the Las Vegas/Henderson area is set to meet the third Wednesday of every month. Coffee meetings are planned at 10 a.m. the last Thursday of the month at the Green Valley Methodist Church, 2200 Robindale Road. Visit desertnewcomersclub.org.
Open mic nights: Kelly Clinton is scheduled to host the dinner shows from 9 to 11:55 p.m. Mondays at the Bootlegger Italian Bistro, 7700 Las Vegas Blvd. South. The events will feature little-known and established entertainers. Reservations are suggested. Visit bootleggerlasvegas.com.
Harp music: Mariano Gonzalez is scheduled to perform on the harp from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays in the main dining room at the Bootlegger Italian Bistro, 7700 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Visit bootleggerlasvegas.com or call 702-736-4939.
