The Guide

The Southern Nevada Health District originally started the Healthy Start Program to serve mothers and infants in Clark County. This May, they're inviting those same moms and their children to a Community Baby Shower! It will be a free event for mothers to find support. Plus — there will be a diaper giveaway, information on community programs, games, and prizes. Mothers — especially those facing financial burdens or have limited healthcare access — can attend not only to find community, but have fun with their babies along the way!

The Nevada SPCA is offering $5 microchips for cats and dogs every Wednesday in May. The low price is in response to Clark County's making microchips mandatory for dogs and cats and requiring that the registration be current, a law going into effect this year. It takes just a few minutes.

Appointments are required. Make them at Get Tickets.

The market will have organically grown produce, fresh eggs, raw honey, fresh herbs, and baked goods. Proceeds support a mission of hope and empowerment. Rose Creek Farm at Lighthouse Charities is a nonprofit urban farm dedicated to growing fresh produce, hosting community farmers markets, and providing job training for at-risk individuals.

The Nevada SPCA is offering $5 microchips for cats and dogs every Wednesday in May. The low price is in response to Clark County's making microchips mandatory for dogs and cats and requiring that the registration be current, a law going into effect this year. It takes just a few minutes.

Appointments are required. Make them at Get Tickets.

Unless you're a firefighter you probably don't spend much time in fire stations. Here is you chance to check out a new one, as Henderson's Station 81 is relocating to what used to be Camping World. The opening ceremony is at 10 a.m., then there's a chance to meet the firefighters and learn about their work. They won't be providing rides, though.

Free, but more info at "Get Tickets."

Ever thought about fostering a pet but were a little uncertain? With local shelters and rescues overflowing with lost and abandoned pets (especially larger dogs), you are needed more than ever.

At this monthly event you can learn what kinds of animals need fostering, what to expect (besides many sloppy kisses and endless cuddle time), and how the rescue you work with will support you. Usually there are representatives from several rescues and area shelters on hand.

Held on the first Sunday of every month.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, but the Love Yourself Foundation believes it should be celebrated everyday. Their new I Am Love Program is dedicated to providing mental health services to arts, entertainment, and hospitality workers. These services include emotional coaching, group sessions, and the chance to practice self-love. Pull up to the Beverly Theater on the first Saturday of June to eat, enjoy live performances, and to support a good cause.

Dr. Gregory Maldonado will celebrate his birthday by conducting the Nevada Chamber Orchestra in some of his favorite works. Included: Richard Addinsell's Warsaw Concerto, with Hermann Brumm as the piano soloist.