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Summer Travel Series to Cedar City

Summer Travel Series to Cedar City

Sep 22 (Fri) - Sep 23 (Sat)

Join Nevada Public Radio for our two-day trips to Cedar City for Festival Season!

Astronaut exhibit at Springs Preserve

Jun 12 (Mon) - Sep 19 (Tue)

Astronauts are identified with adventure, exploration and endeavor. Discover what it takes to be a space explorer by wearing a flight suit, taking a spin in a ‘centrifuge’ capsule, climbing into a rocket, viewing live footage from the International Space Station, and more in this traveling exhibit.

Gilcrease Orchard has pick-your-own fruits and veg

Ongoing

Gilcrease Orchard in the northwest part of the Las Vegas Valley has fruit and vegetables for sale. You can purchase from their stand or pick your own on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 7 a.m. to noon. Check their website to see what's available. They also have apple cider.

 

Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival

Jul 8 (Sat) - Aug 27 (Sun)

The Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival at Sand Harbor State Park offers outdoor performances of two shows: "Love's Labours Lost" by WS and "The Hound of the Baskervilles," not by WS. There's also the Monday Night Showcase, with music and other performances. Drink and food available, or take your own.

Unnatural Landscapes

Jul 25 (Tue) - Aug 24 (Thu)

Artist Ginger Bruner’s title describes the exhibit: photos of landscapes altered by humans. Free. Winchester Gallery, 3130 McLeod Drive, clarkcountynv.gov

Inspired by the Family Album

Aug 1 (Tue) - Oct 15 (Sun)

Elizabeth Casper’s impressionist-style paintings depict moments inspired by photos of vacation scenes and children at play. Free. Centennial Hills Library, lvccld.org

Reception Aug. 1, 5 p.m.

The Art of Roy Purcell

Aug 3 (Thu) - Oct 8 (Sun)

Roy Purcell's mixed-media paintings combine art with text, for a chronological overview of the history of the Las Vegas Valley. Free for members or with paid general admission. Big Springs Gallery at Springs Preserve, springspreserve.org

Hair

Aug 3 (Thu) - Aug 27 (Sun)

You could be forgiven for indulging in a little Summer of Love nostalgia as we swelter through this Summer of Anger Russia Healthcare Fake News. Majestic Repertory is here to help with that buoyant Age of Aquarius callback, Hair. Counterculture! Sexual revolution! Ancient music! Go for it, daddy-O! Various times, Alios Las Vegas, majestic repertory.com

"For A World Free From Nuclear Weapons" Global Peace Exhibit

Aug 14 (Mon) - Aug 24 (Thu)

"For A World Free From Nuclear Weapons,” a global peace exhibit that examines nuclear weapons issues from 12 perspectives, makes its Southern Nevada debut August 14- 24 at the SGI-USA Las Vegas Buddhist Center in Las Vegas.  Opening night festivities take place on the 14th from 6 to 9 pm. It is open 6 to 9 pm Mon-Fri  and 10 am to 3 pm Saturday and Sunday.  Admission is free. 

 

A Las Vegas Symphony of Art

Aug 24 (Thu) - Oct 30 (Mon)

Cheng Yajie’s drawings and paintings reflect the early influence of Social Realism, from his studies in China during the 1980s, and the dreamlike qualities and symbolism of Fantastic Realism, learned while in graduate school in Austria. Free. Art Gallery at Spring Valley library, lvccld.org

Rape Crisis Center in Las Vegas looking for volunteers

Ongoing

The Rape Crisis Center in Las Vegas uses male and female volunteers, ages 21 and over, to assist sexual assault victims. Volunteers assist the staff of the center by answering crisis calls around the clock, making referrals for victims and others who are seeking assistance, and more.

 

J Boog

Aug 25 (Fri)

A California-based reggae singer of Samoan descent, J Boog has been entertaining fans for more than a decade. His newest release is Wash House Ting. Ages 18+. $22–$45. 6:30 p.m. Brooklyn Bowl at The Linq, brooklynbowl.com

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Buy One, Get One! The Beatles: LOVE

Aug 25 (Fri) - Aug 28 (Mon)

Set to an iconic soundtrack that now features Twist & Shout, The Beatles™ LOVE™ by Cirque du Soleil® has been reinvigorated with vibrant new acts, costumes, choreography and astounding projection technologies. Discover or rediscover the emotional, spiritual and technological feat that’s inspired more than 8 million viewers, and continues to be one of the most celebrated shows in the world.

Love Wins Again

Aug 26 (Sat)

Lisa Mac hustles her highly individual naked blues with poet Lee Mallory in a love-themed show of honesty and emotion benefitting Opportunity Village. 6 p.m. Free. Artisan Hotel (poolside), 1501 W. Sahara Ave., leewmallory3@gmail.com

All About Clay

Aug 26 (Sat)

Ceramic works created using many different techniques and clays by artists from the Nevada Clay Guild. Free. Art Gallery at Sahara West Library, through August 26  lvccld.org

Elvis Tribute: Long Live the King

Aug 26 (Sat)

The show is a tribute to Elvis Presley, featuring multimedia, a live band, dancers and is directed by Joe Escriba. $20. 7 p.m. Starbright Theatre at Sun City Summerlin, scscai.com

Michell Rohl Rox!

Aug 26 (Sat)

Vegas performer Rohl has appeared in “Legends of Rock” as Janis Joplin and in Playboy’s “Girls of Rock.” This show features the musical direction of Lon Bronson. $20–$39. 8 p.m. Cabaret Jazz at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com

Annual One Drunk Puppy Wine Tasting benefit

Aug 26 (Sat)

The 7th annual One Drunk Puppy Wine Tasting will be held August 26, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Silverton Casino Hotel. There will be a selection of wines and spirits from around the world. Enjoy music from DJ R.O.B., a selection of hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and more fun stuff! A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Animal Foundation.

 

Bill Friedman's Las Vegas

Aug 26 (Sat)

Friedman, former manager of the Silver Slipper, explores the major influences in the casino industry during the 1960s–1980s when the Mob was at its height of power and notoriety. Free. 2 p.m. Jewel Box Theater at Clark County Library, lvccld.org

Reno Aloha Festival returns

Aug 26 (Sat)

The 2nd annual Reno Aloha Festival will be held August 26 in Wingfield Park in the heart of downtown Reno. The free event is a Pacific Islands cultural showcase, with musc. dance, food and Polynesian merchandise. Activities for kids will include arts and crafts, hula lessons, and Islands stories. Not for kids: the Samoan Fire Knife Dancing workshop.

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