Calendar

     View accepts calendar announcements by mail, fax or e-mail two weeks before run dates. Announcements must include all of the following details: times, dates, street addresses and telephone numbers to call for information. The deadline for the Feb. 25 Views is Friday. Please send announcements by mail to: Tina Allen, View, P.O. Box 70, Las Vegas, NV 89125-0070; by fax to 383-4676; or by e-mail to Tina_Allen@lvrj.com.
     
     ART EXHIBITS
      Latin Connection II -- The Magic of Oaxaca, through March 1 at the NICA Gallery at The Cannery, 3455 E. Flamingo Road. Recent paintings by Latin American artists Rodolfo Morales, Enrique Flores, Cecilio S‡nchez and Filem—n Santiago. Call 434-2666 for information.
      Krish Sekhar, Thursday through April 1 at the Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Blvd. An exhibit of mythological figures, animals and botanicals using pigments derived from natural minerals and vegetable dyes. Call 229-6211 for information.
      Black History Month Pupil Art Exhibit, through March 17 at the Sunrise Library, 5400 Harris Ave. An exhibit by Advanced Technology Academy pupils. Call 453-1104 for information.
      Silent Pride: Portraits of the Million Man March, through March 4 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Photographer Lisa Margerum displays the images of joy, pride, hope and forgiveness she witnessed at the Million Man March in Washington, D.C. on Oct. 16, 1995. Call 228-1940 for information.
      Freestanding Murals, through March 18 at the Las Vegas Library, 833 N. Las Vegas Blvd. UNLV students present 8-foot by 11-foot freestanding murals that present images reflecting historical black culture. Call 382-3493 for information.
      Black History Month Pupil Art Exhibit, through March 15 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. An exhibit by Lois Craig Elementary pupils. Call 368-4411 for information.
      Maurice Smith, through Feb. 28 at the Community College of Southern Nevada Art Gallery, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. Paintings by Maurice Smith in celebration of Black History Month. Call 651-4113 for information.
      Black History Month Pupil Art Exhibit, through Tuesday at the Whitney Library, 5175 E. Tropicana Ave. An exhibit by Doris French Elementary pupils. Call 454-4575 for information.
      Sy Collier, through March 29 at the West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Oil paintings by artist Sy Collier, who uses pure color and hard edges to emphasize the spatial aspect of his art. Call 647-2117 for information.
      Black History Month Student Art Exhibit, through April 7 at the Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. An exhibit by Durango High School students. Call 243-7323 for information.
      His Art Is His Heart Illustrations, through Feb. 28 at the Community College of Southern Nevada Art Gallery, 3200 E. Cheyenne Ave. Paintings by Morise Smith that illustrate the struggle and joy of the black culture from the early 1800s to the present. Call 651-4113 for information.
      Black Butterflies Soaring the Horizon, through March 31 at the West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Photographer John Broussard and writer Suzanne Coley combine their talents in a collection of original photographs and poems reflecting the rich tapestry of thoughts, feelings, aspirations and lives of black women. Call 229-4800 for information.
      Ukrainian Pysanky and Embroidery, through March 27 at the Winchester Gallery, 3130 S. McLeod Drive. An exhibit of colorful and intricate hand-decorated Ukrainian eggs by Zoria Zetaruk and embroidered domestic items by Natalie Pruc. Call 455-7340 for information.
      Black History Month Pupil Art Exhibit, through March 15 at the Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. An exhibit by Craig Elementary School pupils. Call 368-4411 for information.
      Harold Bradford, through March 8 at the Green Valley Library, 2797 N. Green Valley Parkway. Black artist Harold Bradford exhibits a collection of works ranging from sports images to large-scale landscape, in celebration of Black History Month. Call 435-1840 for information.
      Black History Month Pupil Art Exhibit, through March 10 at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. An exhibit by Katz-McMillan Elementary School pupils. Call 878-3682 for information.
      Black History Month Pupil Art Exhibit, through March 3 at the Summerlin Library and Performing Arts Center, 1771 Inner Circle. An exhibit by The Meadow School pupils. Call 256-5111 for information.
      Black History Month Pupil Art Exhibit, through March 1 at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. An exhibit by White Middle School pupils. Call 733-7810 for information.
      Black History Month Student Art Exhibit, through Feb. 22 at the Enterprise Library, 25 E. Shelbourne Ave. An exhibit by Chaparral High School students. Call 269-3000 for information.
      Black History Month Pupil Art Exhibit, through Tuesday at Whitney Library, 5175 E. Tropicana Blvd. An exhibit by French Elementary School pupils in kindergarten through fifth grade. Call 454-4575 for information.
     
     TODAY
     FOR THE KIDS
      Interesting Facts, 4 p.m., West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Who invented the golf tee? Who is the father of the Blues? Learn the answers to these questions and other interesting facts about famous black people. For children age 5 and older. Preregistration required. Call 878-3682 for information.
      Valentine's Day Crafts, 6:30 p.m., Spring Valley Library, 4280 S. Jones Blvd. Candy kisses, crafts and cupid tales for children age 6 and older. Call 368-4411 for information.
     LECTURES
      A Valentine's Gift for Your Heart, 8-10 a.m., MountainView Senior Friends, 8524 Del Webb Blvd. In recognition of American Heart Month, the MountainView Senior Friends Chapter is offering a complete fasting lipid panel, a cardiovascular disease information kit and a one-year membership to Senior Friends for $16. Call 255-5404 for appointment.
      How to Choose an HMO, 1:30-3:30 p.m., MountainView Senior Friends, 8524 Del Webb Blvd. Mark Howard, CEO of MountainView Hospital tells how to make the best decisions for healthcare insurance. Reservations required. Call 255-5404 for information.
     MEETINGS
      Republican Women of Las Vegas, 11:30 a.m., Palace Station. Monthly luncheon and guest speaker. Speaker: Tom Wright, attorney. Wright is a candidate for the office of attorney general. He was the commissioner of the State Board of Pardons and Paroles from 1991-97. Cost: $16. R.S.V.P. required. Call Marian Orr at 228-4446 for information.
      Speechcraft, noon-1 p.m., MGC Communications Inc., 3301 N. Buffalo Drive. The first meeting of a four-week introduction to Toastmasters. Participants will have the opportunity to learn skills for better listening and speaking, and building self-confidence. Cost: $3. Call Carol Lisowski at 310-4246 for more information.
      Rainbow Book Club, 7-8:45 p.m., Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" by John Berendt will be discussed. Free and open to the public. Call 255-1186 for information.
      Westside Newcomer's Club, Treasure Island Hotel. Monthly membership meeting and luncheon for women who have lived in the area for three years or less. Speaker: Lisa Cleson, free-lance makeup artist with Christian Dior. Reservations required. Call 228-7373 for time and information.
      Las Vegas Writers Guild, 7 p.m., Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. General meeting for writers. 8 p.m., scriptwriters meeting. Call 251-9763 for information.
      Southwest Passage, 6-7:30 p.m., 1101 N. Decatur Blvd. Therapist-directed men's group for adults molested as children. Call 631-8722 for information.
      Executive Leads, 7 a.m., Charlie's Lakeside Bar & Grill, 8603 W. Sahara Ave. Weekly meeting of business networking club. Call Chuck at 255-8891 or Kathy at 636-8944 for information.
      Healthy Strides, 10 a.m., Doolittle Senior Center, 1940 N. J St. Exercise group for people 55 and older. Call 229-6125 for information.
      Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 7 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 6151 W. Charleston Blvd. Weight-loss discussion and support group. Call 655-1850 for information.
      Weight Watchers, 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle, Conference Room. Meeting of group devoted to healthy weight loss. Call 736-6683 for information.
      Yucca Mountain Toastmasters, 11:30 a.m., 1515 Healthier Drive, Summerlin. Meeting of Toastmasters International, a group devoted to teaching better public speaking. Free. Guests welcome. Call 295-5056 for information.
      Bereavement and Loss Discussion Group, 7 p.m., Temple Beth Am, 9001 Hillpointe Road. Free support group for people who have lost loved ones. Call 254-5110 for information.
      Southwest Las Vegas Kiwanis, noon, Jeffrey's of Chicago, 6135 W. Sahara Ave. Meeting of adults who regularly dedicate time to local youth and the elderly. Lunch cost, $8. Call 795-0885 for information.
      Starmasters, 7:30 p.m., YMCA, 4141 Meadows Lane. Toastmasters International meeting to help people improve public-speaking skills. Call 451-2892 for information.
      Bachelor and Bachelorette Toastmasters, 6:15 p.m. Meeting for singles interested in improving public-speaking and communication skills. Free. Call 393-0032 for information and location.
      Bipolar-Manic Depressives Support Group, 6:30 p.m., Nevada Association for the Handicapped, 6200 W. Oakey Blvd. Support groups for sufferers of bipolar syndrome and manic depression, their friends and family. Free. Call 870-7050 for information.
      Survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury, 6:30 p.m., Nevada Community Enrichment Program, 2820 W. Charleston Blvd. Support group for high-functioning survivors of strokes and other traumatic injuries. Call 259-1903 for information.
     SOCIAL
      Willow Springs Nature Walk, Red Rock Canyon. An easy 1.5-mile hike for beginners and an introduction to Red Rock Canyon. Call 363-1921 for time and information.
      Aerobic Classes, 8 a.m., Northwest Community Center, 6841 Lone Mountain Road. For adults age 55 and older. Registration, $1. Class fee, $2. Call 229-4924 for information.
      Paddle Tennis, 9 a.m., Dula Gymnasium, 451 E. Bonanza Road. Intermediate and advanced paddle tennis for local seniors. Call 229-6307 for information.
      Senior Citizen Chess, 6 p.m., Dula Gymnasium, 441 E. Bonanza Road. Chess matches. Call 229-6307 for information.
      Senior Citizens Tai Chi, 11:30 a.m., Dula Gymnasium, 441 E. Bonanza Road, 229-6307. Martial arts class for senior citizens.
     TAX PREPARATION
      Tax Counselling for the Elderly, 1-4 p.m., Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Free tax assistance for low-income senior citizens. Required documents: a copy of last year's tax return; federal form package or label; W2 and 1099 form, including SSA1099, RRB1099 or 1099R; social security card for dependents; and back-up information for itemized deductions. Call 228-4320 for appointment.
      Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, 6-8 p.m., Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Free tax assistance for low-income individuals. Required documents: a copy of last year's tax return; federal form package or label; W2 and 1099 form, including SSA1099, RRB1099 or 1099R; social security card for dependents; and back-up information for itemized deductions. Call 228-4070 for appointment.
     WORKSHOPS
      Master Gardening Series, 9 a.m., Desert Demonstration Gardens, 3701 W. Alta Drive. Topic: Get Ready for a Bountiful Harvest. Master gardeners show how to prune and maintain grapes. Call 258-3205 for information.
      Xeriscape Construction, 7 p.m., Desert Demonstration Gardens, 3701 W. Alta Drive. Topic: How to Plant Darn Near Anything. Session will outline the step-by-step approach to planting and address the issues of staking, drainage and soil amendments. Call 258-3205 for information.
     
     THURSDAY
     CLINICS
      Blood-Pressure Screenings, 9-10 a.m., Senior Advantage Resource Center, 9310 Sun City Blvd., Suite 101. Free blood-pressure screenings for senior citizens. Call 363-1150 for information.
     DANCE
      A Story Book Evening, 8 p.m., UNLV, Judy Bayley Theatre. The Nevada Dance Theatre, under the direction of Bruce Steival, presents a family program featuring "Hansel & Gretel" and "Peter & the Wolf." Tickets: $18, $29 and $40. Discounts available for children, seniors, UNLV students and Saturday matinee. Call 895-3801 for information.
     FOR THE KIDS
      Presidents' Birthday Celebration, 7 p.m., Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. Help celebrate the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. For children age 6 and older. Call 228-1940 for information.
     LECTURES
      Keeping Your Heart Healthy Luncheon, 11:30-1:30 p.m., Valley Hospital Medical Center, 620 Shadow Lane. Free luncheon and seminar presented by Dr. James Mock, cardiologist. Limited to the first 50 reservations received. Call 388-4665 for information.
     MEETINGS
      Republican Women's Club, 5:30 p.m., Prestige Travel, 6175 Spring Mountain Road. Monthly meeting and dinner for local republican women. Speaker: Kevin Cartwright, director of community relations for the Richard Nixon Library. Reservations required. Call 878-5534 for information.
      Women In Communications, 11:30 a.m., Palace Station. Monthly luncheon and networking meeting for women in communication fields. Elections for the 1998-99 board will be held. Tickets: $15, members; $20, nonmembers. R.S.V.P. required. Call Susan Spurlock at 736-3750 for information.
      Las Vegas Flower Arrangers' Guild, 9:30 a.m., Nevada Garden Club Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave. Program: Duo Design by Clarita Huffman. New members welcome. Call 876-1226 for information.
      Southwest Passage, 6-7:30 p.m., 1101 N. Decatur Blvd. Therapist-facilitated women's group for adults molested as children. Call 631-8722 for information.
      Weight Watchers, 9:30 a.m., Summerlin Library Conference Room, 1771 Inner Circle. Meeting of group devoted to healthy weight loss. Call 736-6683 for information.
      HIV/AIDS Support Group, 10-11:30 a.m., Aid for AIDS of Nevada Headquarters, 2300 S. Rancho Drive, Suite 211. Free support-group meeting for heterosexuals concerned about AIDS or HIV. Call 382-2326 for information.
      Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 9 a.m., Derfelt Senior Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave. Weight-loss discussion and support group. Call 229-6601 for information.
      West Charleston Lions Club, noon, R-Bar, 6000 W. Charleston Blvd. Meeting of civic-oriented group. Call 898-0711 for information.
      Las Vegas Gamble-Aires, 7:30 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church meeting hall, Torrey Pines Drive and U.S. Highway 95. Weekly meeting for barbershop singers. Free. Call Gary Forsberg at 454-7620 for information.
     MUSIC
      Zhao Rongchun: On Tour, 7:30 p.m., Winchester Community Center, 3130 S. McLeod Drive. Chinese violin performance by Zhao Rongchun. Tickets: $7 and $5. Call 455-7340 for information.
      WorldFolk Music, Boston Grill & Bar, 3411 S. Jones Blvd. A series of showcases spotlighting some of Southern Nevada's performers. Open to adults age 21 and older. Call Rod Belford at 220-9194 for time and information.
     SOCIAL
      Senior's Hike to Lost Creek, Red Rock Canyon. The ancient history of Red Rock Canyon will be discussed on this easy one-mile hike. Call 363-1921 for time and information.
      Valentine's Day Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Valley Hospital Medical Center, 620 Shadow Lane. Free luncheon for Senior Advantage members. Reservations required. Call 388-4665 for information.
      The Borders Poets, 7 p.m., Borders Books, 2190 N. Rainbow Blvd. A weekly gathering of poets. Share your poetry or listen to the poetry of others. Call 638-7866 for information.
      Chair Exercise Class, 10 a.m., Doolittle Senior Center, 1940 N. J St. Exercise class using chairs for adults 55 and older. Call 229-6125 for sign-up.
      Slow-Pitch Softball League, 8:30 a.m., Lorenzi Park. The Las Vegas Senior Silver Rebels meet every Tuesday and Thursday for games. Call 434-1841 or 873-0643 for information.
      Table Tennis, 9 a.m., Dula Gymnasium, 451 E. Bonanza Road. Table tennis and beginning paddle tennis for local senior citizens. Call 229-6307 for information.
      Silver State Card Club, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Derfelt Senior Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave. Gathering of bridge players for weekly games. Call 229-6601 for information.
      Forever Fit, 9 a.m., Derfelt Senior Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave. Exercise class for seniors. Registration: $1. Class fee: $3. Call 229-6601 for information.
     THEATER
      The Monkey King, 7 p.m., Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 N. Las Vegas Blvd. Michael Schuster performs Ancient Indian tales using puppetry, picture storytelling and mask theater. Advance tickets: $10, adults; $8, students, seniors and disabled; At the door: $12 and $10. Call 229-6211 for information.
      The Sisters Rosensweig, 8 p.m., Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3844 Schiff Drive. A portrait of three sisters reuniting after a lengthy separation, and coming to terms with their differences, respect and love for one another. Tickets: $12.50, general; $11.50, seniors and students; group rates available. Call 362-7996 for information.