June 11
The Making of Seven Magic Mountains
Located approximately 10 miles south of the intersection of Las Vegas Boulevard and St. Rose Parkway in HendersonYou’ve seen them on social media, TV and worldwide media — and hopefully in person — those neon-colored rock stacks in the desert south of town. Seven Magic Mountains, a big-deal art installation by Ugo Rondinone. This panel talk and multimedia display (part of the Las Vegas Film Festival) will take you behind the scenes. Location to be announced. sevenmagicmountains.com
June 19
Juneteenth Festival
Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza
Though it’s of special relevance to African-Americans, Juneteenth — marking the day (June 19, 1865) when the last slaves were freed — ought to be celebrated by a wide swath of Americans who believe in freedom and equality. This event will feature food, entertainment, vendors and activities for kids. 6-9p, free, june19lv.com
June 28
I Know I Came in Here for Something
Summerlin Library
A rousing musical comedy about the foibles of middle age. Sample song titles: “I’ve Become My Mother,” “Baby Boomer Blues” and the too-real “More of Me to Love.” Presented by the Gateway Arts Foundation as a fundraiser for its scholarship program benefitting young performers. 2p, $15-$20, iknowicameinhereforsomething.brownpapertickets.com
June 10
Reception for Martin Kreloff: A Retrospective
Sahara West Library
The earnest glamour and hard pop gloss of Kreloff’s work is appealingly retro, but doesn’t come off as dated — its Vegas-by-way-of-Miami vibe keeps it colorful, frothy and fun. The show will include pieces spanning an astounding 50 years. Through August 8. 7p, lvccld.org
June 14-19
Roundabout Theatre Company’s Cabaret
The Smith Center
You know what to do, old chum! 2p and 7:30p. $29-$129, thesmithcenter.com