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Nevada Public Radio Summer Travel Club

Nevada Public Radio Summer Travel Club

Jul 27 (Fri) - Aug 18 (Sat)

Join Nevada Public Radio for our summer travel series to Cedar City to see the Utah Shakespeare Festival.

Animal Foundation needs you to foster a dog

Ongoing

The Animal Foundation urgently needs people to foster adoptable dogs for one to six weeks. Summer is usually the busiest time of year, and their kennels are already almost full. Bringing a dog home frees up space, and it also helps dogs who have been at the shelter get rid of some of their stress, making them more adoptable when they return. 

Summer Camps at Springs Preserve

Jun 1 (Fri) - Aug 1 (Wed)
Summer Fun Camps are back at the Springs Preserve June 4 to August 10, They run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Each week features a new adventure learning about the natural world. 
 

Red Rock Canyon has Canyon Club for kids

Jun 6 (Wed) - Aug 8 (Wed)

School's out for the summer and Red Rock Canyon is calling kids ages 6-8 and their families. Join a naturalist for a nine-part series that celebrates the Mojave Desert and invites families to learn together. Programs will include hands-on exploration with pictures, activities, and crafts. Learn about mammals, reptiles, plants, geology, weather, and more!

 

Wet is Wild: Water Stories

Jun 7 (Thu) - Aug 19 (Sun)

Jim Atha’s abstract photographs encourage viewers to notice the shapes, patterns, and colors found in nature. Free. Spring Valley Library, lvccld.org

Nature's Ninjas

Jun 9 (Sat) - Sep 3 (Mon)

Discover how animals defend themselves against predators at Nature’s Ninjas, the Springs Preserve’s newest traveling exhibit. From hedgehogs to scorpions to tarantulas to poison dart frogs, explore some of nature’s wildest defensive adaptations.  You'll get to meet a few live animals..

 

Les Folies Bergère: Entertaining Las Vegas One Rhinestone at a Time

Jun 19 (Tue) - Aug 12 (Sun)

This photo and costume exhibit explores the beauty, artistry, and extravagance of the legendary show, which arrived from Paris at the Tropicana in December 1959. Free. West Charleston Library, lvccld.org

Microscopic Beauty of Fruits and Vegetables

Jun 23 (Sat) - Sep 30 (Sun)

Local artist Robert Belliveau used a polarizing microscope and photographed microscopic crystals that formed in juices squeezed from fruits and vegetables. The crystals self-organized into gorgeous, amazing, abstract shapes.

39 North Marketplace in Sparks

Jul 5 (Thu) - Aug 16 (Thu)

Named for the latitude of Sparks, 39 North Marketplace is more than a traditional farmers market. The family-friendly event takes a modern approach to a classic street fair, bring together local artisans and farmers each week. Includes cooking demos from local celebrity chefs. Thursdays from 4 to 9 through August 16, except for August 9.

 

 

 

Food Truck Friday in Reno

Jul 6 (Fri) - Sep 28 (Fri)

Food Truck Friday will be held every Friday through September 28 in Reno's Idlewild Park. It features 35 rotating gourmet food, craft desserts, beer, wine and mixed drink vendors,  Free to attend, with music, lots of grass to sit on, plenty of parking and a large playground with train rides for the kids.

 

NVPR Events

Summer Online Auction

Jul 12 (Thu) - Jul 21 (Sat)

Join us online July 12 - July 21 to bid on dining, shows, staycations, retail and more!

Ruthless!

Jul 13 (Fri) - Jul 19 (Thu)

Eight-year-old Tina Denmark knows she was born to play Pippi Longstocking, and she will do anything to win the part in her school musical. "Anything" includes murdering the leading lady! Thu–Sat 8P; Sun 2P, $20–$25. Las Vegas Little Theatre, lvlt.org

Support group for Alzheimer's caregivers in Summerlin

Ongoing

An Alzheimer's caregiver support group meets on the third Tuesday of the month, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the H2U MountainView Office  in Las Vegas.
It allows family, friends, caregivers and others to meet regularly for mutual emotional support and to discuss coping skills.

The Breeders

Jul 20 (Fri)

The American alternative rock band has been wowing crowds since 1989. Ages 18+. 7P, $30–$35. Brooklyn Bowl at The Linq, brooklynbowl.com

Chyna

Jul 20 (Fri)

Playing everything from classic rock to country, this high-energy 5-piece band really delivers. 7:30P, $10. Starbright Theatre at Sun City Summerlin, scscai.com

Summer Dance with Boyd Coulter and The Good Times Band

Jul 21 (Sat)

Roll into summer and enjoy a delightfully cool evening of great music. There will be light snacks and a cash bar. 7P, $5. Desert Vista Ballroom at Sun City Summerlin, scscai.com

Christmas in July — Hawaii Style!

Jul 21 (Sat)

The graceful hula dancers of Na Hula Halia Aloha will showcase holiday songs and dances representing Hawaiian history and folklore. 2P, free. Main Theater at Clark County Library, lvccld.org

Summer Fun with LVIP

Jul 21 (Sat)

Beat the heat with AC and laughs! The Las Vegas Improvisational Players make up their fun, kid-friendly show on the spot, based on the audience’s suggestions. 7P, $10; $5 kids, seniors, and military. Show Creators Studio, 4455 W. Sunset Road, lvimprov.com

Quicksand

Jul 21 (Sat)

The band has reunited to bring back their New York hardcore sound. Ages 18+. 8P, $20–$328. Brooklyn Bowl at The Linq, brooklynbowl.com

Fairchild Blues Tribute

Jul 21 (Sat)

This tribute to the Blues Brothers delivers a mix of comedy and music with a party atmosphere. 7P, $20. Starbright Theatre at Sun City Summerlin, scscai.com

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