Art Events Calendar

View accepts calendar announcements by mail, fax or e-mail . Announcements must include all of the following details: times, dates, addresses and telephone numbers to call for information and must be submitted a minimum of two weeks prior to the event. Please send announcements by mail to: Ellen Ziegler, View, P.O. Box 70, Las Vegas, NV 89125-0070; by fax to 477-3852; or by e-mail to eziegler@viewnews.com

ART EXHIBITS

Suburban Dreams, Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Boulevard North, Edwards explores American culture. For more information or gallery hours call 229-6211.

ARTISTS WANTED

Folk Artists Wanted by Clark County Parks and Recreation. Those who preserve their culture through music, dance, storytelling, clothing, crafts, rituals, celebrations or games are wanted to be documented as part of the county's Folk Arts Program. For more information call Elinor Levy at 455-8534.

DANCE

Ballroom Dancing, 8-10 p.m., Sundays; Dance Fitness & Sport, 633 N. Decatur Blvd., Suite I. Cost: $5 per person, $4 students and USABDA members. For more information call 258-8745.

Ballroom Dancing, Sundays, 1-5 p.m.; Tuesdays, 7:30-11:30 p.m. Gold Coast dance hall, 4000 W. Flamingo Road. Free dance lessons one hour prior to start, ages 21 and older. All experience levels welcome. Cost: $6 per person, includes two drinks. For more information call Larry Taylor at 389-1812.

Beginning Tap for Seniors, 11:30 a.m., Fridays, Derfelt Senior Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave., Ages 55 and over. For more information call 229-6601.

Belly Dancing Class, 8:15 p.m., Mondays, Creative Studio, Beginning to intermediate classes. For more information call 896-4012.

Boyack's Dance Attack, offers professional training in jazz, ballet, hip-hop, and performance skills, ages 3-18. For more information call Dana, 454-6000 ext. 399, hotline ext. 311.

Boyack's Dance Attack, offers adult dance classes. Get fit while having fun in jazz, hip-hop, or tap. For more information call Dana, 454-6000 ext. 399, hotline ext. 311.

Boyack's Dance Attack, offers children's dance classes in jazz, ballet, hip-hop, and is currently accepting applications for Fall classes, ages 3-17. For more information call Dana, 454-6000 ext. 399, hotline ext. 311.

Clog Dance Classes, 1-2 p.m. and 7-8 p.m., 2243 N. Decatur, Suite K. Join the fun. For more information call 431-8213.

Cossack Dancing, 6-7:30 p.m. Saturdays, Alamosa Plaza, American Foundation for Ballet and Fencing, 2949 E. Desert Inn Road, classes for children, teens and adults with Master of Performing Arts Vitaly Reznichenko. For more information call 866-2323.

Country Line Dancing For Seniors, 12:15 p.m., Wednesdays, Derfelt Senior Center, 3333 W. Washington Ave., for people over 55 years old. For more information call 229-6601.

The Ethnic Express International Folk Dancing, Wednesdays, instruction 6:30 to 7:15 p.m., request dancing until 9 p.m., Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush Street. No partner required. Cost: $3 member and $4 for non-members. For more information call 838-2690 or 363-9042.

Greek Folk Dancing, 7-8 p.m. Saturdays, Alamosa Plaza, American Foundation for Ballet and Fencing, 2949 E. Desert Inn Road, followed by practice through 10:30 p.m. Fee $5. For more information call 866-2323.

Hawaiian Dance For Seniors, 12-2 p.m. beginning February 27, which is a change from Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., West Flamingo Center, 6255 West Flamingo Road. Cost $29 per person. For more information call 455-7742.

International Folk Dancing, beginning April 19, 7 p.m., for seniors ages 50+, 6255 W. Flamingo Road. Mail-in registration begins March 30. For more information call 455-7742.

Irish Step Dancing (Riverdance), by certified Irish dance instructor, 7024 W. Charleston, for more information call 245-5511 or visit www.irishdancing.net.

Jazz for Kids, Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m., Vegas City Kidz, all levels ages 6-17, YMCA 3521 N. Durango Drive. For more information call 228-3093.

Reel Rebels Square Dance Club, advanced 7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, C-2 level, 7:30 p.m., Thursdays, both at McMillan Elementary, 7000 Walt Lott Drive. Also 7 p.m., Sundays at Boulder Cascade Mobile Home Park, 1601 Sandhill. For more information call 256-4167, 365-6005 or 645-2899.

Swing Class and Party, 7:30-11 p.m., every other Friday, Dance Avenue Inc., 2555 S. Jones Blvd., Suite 1B. Ongoing classes also available Monday through Saturday. For more information call 251-9400.

Tap Dancing Class, Saturdays, Creative Studio, Fun classes for children and adults. Cost: $30 per month. For more information and other class times call 896-4012.

MUSIC

Adat Ari El Sisterhood, presents "Beat the Heat" dinner dance, Saturday, August 18, 8:30 p.m., 3310 S. Jones Blvd. Admission $18 per person, Italian food, music and dancing, for more information call 221-1230.

City of Lights Barbershop Chorus, 7 p.m., Tuesdays, Fellowship Christian Church, 6210 W. Cheyenne Ave., between Torrey Pines and Jones. Motivated singers are being sought for great music and great fellowship. For more information call Fred Green at 395-7329.

Kindermusic, for children ages 18 months-4 years old, held at the Sports Club, registration is now taking place, enrollment is limited. For more information call call Dana 454-6000 ext. 399, hotline extension 311.

Las Vegas Harmony Chorus, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Congregation Ner Tamid, 2761 Emerson Avenue. All Women invited. Call Linda, 254-1713 or Chrissy, 360-3041 for more information.

Las Vegas Harmony Chorus, has moved but still meets at 7:30 p.m., every Tuesday, new members welcome. Open to all women who love to sing. For more information call 254-1713.

Oxygen, Music and Open Mike, music by Element DJ Michael, every other week, and John Minor and Nick, Tuesdays, 8-11 p.m.; Asheba Worldbeat, Thursdays, 8-10:30 p.m.; Crimson Phoenix, Fridays, 8-11 p.m.; O2 Four, Saturdays, 8 p.m.-midnight; open mike, Sundays, 3-9 p.m., breathe...an oxygen bar, 4750 W. Sahara Avenue, Suite 32, call 258-4502.

PERFORMANCES

Ba-Da-Bing, new dinner theatre show, opens July 19 and continues every Thursday and Sunday, 7 p.m., and Friday and Saturday at 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., Alexis Park Resort, 375 E. Harmon Avenue, tickets $49.95 which includes a 3-course meal and Champagne. For more information call 367-0920.

PERFORMERS

WANTED

Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet, 12-3 p.m. invites small bands, preferably Calypso or Steel, to audition for ongoing entertainment. Also looking for jugglers. To make an audition appointment call 877-0087, Shanna or Nova.

Singers and Dancers by Razzmatazz Children's Performance Group for community performances. Auditions and rehearsals 4:30-6:30 p.m., Eisenberg Elementary, 7770 Delhi Ave. For more information call Niki at 645-4278.

Jazz for Kids, Vegas City Kidz, all levels ages 6-17, YMCA 3521 N. Durango Drive. For more information call 228-3093.

THEATER

Acting Classes, Creative Dramatics for children 7-11, Mondays 6-7:30 p.m.; Beginning Acting for ages 12-15, Sundays 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Acting for Adults, Mondays 7:30-9 p.m. Instruction by Artistic Director Deanna Duplechain. All classes $45 per month. For information and registration call Nevada Theatre Company at 873-0191.

Acting Club, 1-3 p.m., West Flamingo Senior Center, 6255 W. Flamingo Road. Free and open to the public for those age 50 and older. Seeking participants for spring one-act productions. For more information call 258-9032, 362-4456 or The West Flamingo Center at 455-7742.

Marriage Can Be Murder, performs Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 6 and 9 p.m. at The Egg 'n' I restaurant at 4533 W. Sahara Ave., $39.95 includes a three course dinner. For reservations call 616-3322.

WORKSHOPS

Actors Workshops, 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday and Wednesday for adults, 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday for children ongoing, Silver Star Studios, 5375 S. Procyon St. Groups will learn all facets of creating and shooting a television pilot from Artistic Director Carl Butto. Adults, $150, children $100 per month. For more information call Silver Star Studios at 933-7827 or The Off Broadway Theater at 737-0611.

Performance training for Kids, performance workshops, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Vegas City Kidz, all levels ages 6-17, YMCA 3521 N. Durango Drive. For more information call 228-3093.

TODAY

FOR THE KIDS

Computer Class, 2:30 and 4 p.m., Wednesdays, Doolittle Community Center, 1940 J. Street, class for ages 3 1/2 to 10 years-old. Kids play computer games while learning. For complete class schedule call 229-6374.

HEALTH

Hypnosis Center offers free seminars on using your mind to change your life including stopping smoking, weight, stress, pain, phobias, etc. Dr. Chuck Ayoub, DCH, PSY. Small groups or large groups welcome. For more information call 233-4200.

MEETINGS

Bachelor and Bachelorette Toastmasters, 6:30 p.m., Bugsy's Supper Club, 6145 W, Sahara Ave. Meeting for singles interested in improving public-speaking and communication skills. Free. For more information call 641-7368.

Executive Leads, 7 a.m., Charlie's Lakeside Bar and Grill, 8603 W. Sahara Avenue. Weekly meeting of business networking club. No fees, no dues. For more information call 255-8891.

Windjammers Toastmasters, 7:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Denny's, 3081 S. Maryland Parkway, across from Sunrise Hospital, even mix of seasoned Toastmasters and newcomers alike. For more information call Blake at 737-9899.

RECREATION

Buddhist Discussion and Meditation Group, 7 p.m. every Wednesday, 221 View Drive, meditation instruction available. For more information call 877-9336.

Farmer's Market, 2-6 p.m. Bruce Trent Park, Rampart Way and Vegas Drive, farm fresh produce and more. For information call 869-2877

Las Vegas Faith Center hosts Community Success seminars, Wednesdays and Sundays , 6-7:30 p.m. For more information call 433-7711.

Selective Services is seeking volunteer board members interested in making determinations about young men who are drafted but cannot or do not wish to report for duty. Contact Major Pam Lill at 433-8472 or email pmlill@compuserve.com for more information.

Desert Demonstration Gardens 8 p.m., Wednesday, August 30, 3701 W. Alta Drive, presents a Therapy Gardening class, with a tour preceding the class at 6:30 p.m. For more information call 258-3205.

SENIORS

Crafts, Knitting, and Crocheting, 10 a.m., Mon. and Wednesdays, Doolittle Senior Center, 1950 N. J. Street, for ages 55 and older. For more information call 229-6125.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Cancer Connection Support Group, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Southwest Cancer Clinic, 7200 Cathedral Rock, Suite 210. A weekly support group for cancer patients and their support givers. For more information call 952-3400.

Divorced & Widowed Adjustment meets weekly to provide free support for those experiencing difficulties brought about by separation, divorce, or death of a loved one. For times and locations call 735-5544.

Meditation Group, 7-8 p.m. every Wednesday, Teaching of the Inner Christ, 3160 S. Valley View #105, instruction on meditation and the healing circle. Free. For more information call 645-0904.

Nevada Tobacco Users' Helpline, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, 1-5 p.m.,offers one-to-one counseling, group counseling, to help you or your loved one quit smoking, 877-0684. Outside Las Vegas call 1-888-86-NONIC or visit www.no-nic.com.

Nicotine Anonymous, Support group for those who would like to quit smoking. For more information call 383-2566.

Parkinson's Support Group, 11 a.m., First Christian Church, 101 S. Rancho Drive, for more information call 564-5416.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly: chapter NV, 7 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 6151 W. Charleston Blvd. Weight-loss discussion and support group. For more information call 655-1850.

THURSDAY

MEETINGS

Citycare Business Networking,Early Bird Chapter 7:15-8:30a.m., Pacesetters 11:45 a.m.-1p.m. Country Inn, 1404 S. Rainbow Blvd. Business and Web-based networking throughrelationship/partnering with non-profits.

Las Vegas Gamble-Aires, 7 p.m., Christ Lutheran Church social hall, 111 S. Torrey Pines Drive. Weekly meeting for barbershop singers. Free. For more information call 646-1099.

Mommy & Me West, 10:30 a.m., Sahara Library, 9600 W. Sahara, offers New Member Open House, with playgroups, daily activities and mom's night out, children birth to 5 years old. For more information call 307-MOMS.

The Power Breakfast Group, 7-8:30 a.m., 2160 W. Charleston Blvd., the Omelet House. Each meeting is designed for business people to gain referrals/network. Cost $7 per person. For more information call 456-7575.

Voice Links Toastmasters, noon-1 p.m., Sprint, 330 S. Valley View Blvd. Meeting of Toastmasters International for people interested in improving public-speaking skills. Visitors welcome. For more information call 363-3353.

SUPPORT

Parents Without Partners, 6:45 p.m. An educational support group for single parents with or without children living with them. POP provides monthly activities for all ages of adults and children. For location and further information, call 223-5919.

FRIDAY

MEETINGS

High Noon Lectern Toastmasters, noon-1 p.m., Pierce Street Annex, 1030 E. Flamingo Road weekly meeting and guests are welcome. For more information call Betty 658-4425.

Kiwanis Club, 7:30 a.m., Ellis Island, 4178 Oval Lane. For more information call 360-5437.

Las Vegas North Rotary Club, 7:15 a.m. Fridays at Fiesta Hotel. For information call Don at 458-4000.

Summerlin Singles, inviting single professionals ages 30-60 to a social hour. For more information and location call 694-2074.

RECREATION

Guided Meditation Seminar, by Bijan, seminar 7-8 p.m., guided meditation 8-8:30 p.m., 2160 W. Charleston, for more information call 735-6559. Donations welcome.

Summerlin Singles, inviting single professionals ages 30-60 to a social hour. For more information call 694-2074.

VegasDinesOut.com, a dining and social club for single professionals 21-55 meets for dinner and events Thursday-Saturday. For more information or location call 222-4025 or visit website.

SENIORS

Acting Club, 1-3 p.m., West Flamingo Senior Center, 6255 W. Flamingo Road. free and open to the public for those age 55 and older. For more information call 258-9032 or 362-4456.

Senior Nutrition Program, 11:30 a.m., Mon. and Fridays, Doolittle Senior Center, 1950 N. J. Street, for ages 55 and older and a donation of $1.75 is suggested. For more information call 229-6125.

SUPPORT GROUPS

The Care Givers Support Group, 10:30-11:30 a.m., last Friday of each month, Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive. Provides support, information and resources to care givers. For more information call Charlotte at 656-2543.

SATURDAY

HEALTH

YMCA, 9 a.m.-noon, 1st Saturday of every month, 4141 Meadows Lane, free Youth Health Assessment Clinics. To schedule call 877-9622.

RECREATION

Holiday Gift and Craft Show, Sept. 1, 10 a.m.- 8 p.m., Sept. 2, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., Four Queens, King Pavilion Room, free parking and admission. For more information call 658-3650.

RELIGION

Clark County Baha'i Center Discussion Group, 8 p.m. Saturdays, 3820 S. Jones Blvd. suite A-1. For information call 248-4804.

Garner Ted Armstrong Evangelistic Association, 11 a.m. Saturday fellowship providing videos of current events and world conditions relative to biblical prophecy. Open to all. For more information contact Vern at 252-0851.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Gam-Anon, 12:30 p.m., Montevideo Hospital, 6000 W. Rochelle Road, Room 600. A support group for the family and friends of the compulsive gambler. For more information call 655-8184.

Eating Disorder Anonymous, 9:30 a.m., St. Rose Dominican Hospital, 3001 St. Rose Pkwy. Room E. Open to women suffering from bulimia, anorexia and other food addictions. For more information call 617-0009.

SNAPS, 1 p.m., Rainbow Library (Buffalo and Cheyenne) Southern Nevada Association of Polio Survivors meets on the first Saturdays of the month. For more information call Dianne at 644-5091.

SUNDAY

HEALTH

Cellular Theta Breath Class, 7:15 p.m., Reflections Counseling, 222 S. Rainbow Blvd. Relax, breathe deep and enter the theta state, also known as the dream state. Discussion to follow concerning dream interpretation. Cost: $20 or by donation. Reservations requested to 256-5400.

MEETINGS

American Legion, Spirit of Freedom, 4 p.m., first Sunday of the month, Vietnam Veterans Post 17, YMCA on Durango, executive board meeting. For more information call 228-2559 or check www.spiritof76lv.org.

Mercedes Benz Club, 10:30 a.m., Spanish Trail Country Club, traditional Sunday brunch. For more information call Betty at 253-0407, for general information, Claude at 256-4717.

Society for Creative Anachronism, 11 a.m., Sundays, Nevada History Museum at Lorenzi Park, 3333 W. Washington, largest practice in the Clark County area devoted to the armored combat of the middle ages with both participants and spectators. Some months meet in Pahrump so call ahead to Conrad Breaking at 455-6453.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Gam-Anon, 10 a.m., Step Club, 6145 W. Sahara, Suite 5. A support group for the family and friends of the compulsive gambler. For more information call 655-8184.

MONDAY

MEETINGS

AARP, 7 p.m., Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo, group will discuss senior issues of health, crime, and legislation. For more information call 255-1491.

RECREATION

Crafts, Knitting, and Crocheting, 10 a.m., Mon. and Wednesdays, Doolittle Senior Center, 1950 N. J Street, for ages 55 and older. For more information call 229-6125.

SENIORS

Crafts, Knitting, and Crocheting, 10 a.m., Mon. and Wednesdays, Doolittle Senior Center, 1950 N. J Street, for ages 55 and older. For more information call 229-6125.

TUESDAY

HEALTH

Blood Screening, 10-11 a.m., Senior Friends, MountainView Office, 8524 Del Webb Blvd. For more information call 255-5404.

MEETINGS

American Legion, Spirit of Freedom, Post 76, 7:30 p.m., NAH Building, 6200 W. Oakey Blvd. All veterans and guests are welcome. For more information call 658-7712.

Citycare Business Networking Early Bird chapter, 7:15- 8:30 a.m., The Country Inn, 1404 S. Rainbow. For more information call 260-4595.

Citycare Business Networking Las Vegas Central chapter lunch, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m., Omelet House, 2160 W. Charleston Blvd. For more information call 260-4595.

Gashouse Gang Toastmasters, noon to 1 p.m., Southwest Gas, Building C, 5241 Spring Mountain Road. Toastmasters International group dedicated to improving public-speaking skills through impromptu and self-paced prepared speeches. Guests welcome. For more information call 365-2251.

Internet Business Alliance of Nevada, Tech Tuesday, 5:30-8 p.m., Tuesdays, Chicago Brewing Company, 2201 South Fort Apache Road, at Sahara Avenue, Village Square shopping center. Free admission, food and first drink for those interested in the high-tech world. For reservations call (702) 56-CYBER, or e-mail at rsvp@portcyber.net.

Letip International, 7:15 a.m., Original Pancake House, 4833 W. Charleston Blvd. Networking meeting for local business people. For more information call Alan Huss at 655-5366.

Northwest MOMS Club of Las Vegas, 10 a.m. every Tuesday, locations vary, social club of mothers who are interested in doing activities with other moms with their kids. Every second Tuesday meets at Rainbow Library to discuss coming activities. For more information call Amy at 658-4834.

Southern Nevada Executive Council, 7 a.m., Photos and Flowers Garden Cafe, 3818 Meadows Lane. Professional-business networking meeting. For more information call Marilyn D. Rebman at 361-3414.

Station Beyond the Best Toastmasters, first and third Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Austin Boardroom, Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. For more information call 263-0248.

Toast of Sierra, a Toastmasters group, 6:15 p.m., Sierra Health Building, 2716 N. Tenaya Way, south of Cheyenne Ave., for ages 18 and older. For more information call 240-8777.

RECREATION

Guys and Dolls, A dinner social group for mature singles meets weekly. For more information call Lisa 453-7047 for location and times.

Las Vegas Backgammon Club, 7 p.m., Elks Club, 4100 W. Charleston Blvd. Tournament and open play for local backgammon players. For more information call 458-9359.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Adoptees United, 6-7:30 Tues, Support Group for adults who were adopted as children. Cost $25. For more information call 258-5858 or 279-0326.

Alzheimer's Caregivers' Support Group, 7 p.m. The Meadows Home, 4300 Del Monte Ave. support for those who care for people with Alzheimer's. For information call Mary Crotty at 258-1212.

Children of Older Parents Support Group, 6:30-8 p.m., Las Vegas Mental Health Center, 6161 W. Charleston Blvd., Building 1. Support, education and problem solving for adult children caring for or concerned about aging parents. For more information call 486-5730.

Diabetes Support, 7 p.m., Southwest Medical Associates, 2300 W. Charleston Blvd. Monthly meeting for children with diabetes and their families. For more information call 732-4795.

Eating Disorder Therapy Group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. 222 S. Rainbow Blvd., Suite 114. Break self-destructing patterns, improve body image, work on self-esteem. Cost: $25 per session. For more information call Jill Flynn, LCSW, at 233-3000.

Family to Family Connection, 6 p.m., New Baby Center, 6114 W. Charleston Blvd. Support group for families with new babies. For more information call 870-9583.

Grief and Bereavement Group, Tuesday evenings, 7 p.m., St. Thomas Catholic Church, 6010 Smoke Ranch Road. For persons of any faith who have suffered the death of a loved one, divorce, serious illness, etc. For more information call 655-5840.

Sept. 5

MEETINGS

Executive Leads, 7 a.m., Charlie's Lakeside Bar and Grill, 8603 W. Sahara Avenue. Weekly meeting of business networking club. No fees, no dues. For more information call 255-8891.

Meditation Group, 7-8 p.m. every Wednesday, Teaching of the Inner Christ, 3160 S. Valley View #105, continuing practice and instruction on meditation and the healing circle. Free. For more information call 645-0904.

SUPPORT

Cancer Connection Support Group, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Southwest Cancer Clinic, 7200 Cathedral Rock, Suite 210. A weekly support group for cancer patients and their support givers. For more information call 952-3400.

SENIORS

Crafts, Knitting, and Crocheting, 10 a.m., Monday and Wednesdays, Doolittle Senior Center, 1950 N. J St., for ages 55 and older. For more information call 229-6125.