Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Weekend Community Events

Are you looking for something to do this weekend?  There are tons of community related events happening all over Las Vegas for you and your family to participate in.  Many of the events are free or low cost, so they are great for the whole family to participate in.


Free Table Tennis Tournament (ages 7-14)
Friday, August 17, 5 p.m.  Register in advance.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., (702) 229-6374.
Players will compete by age divisions. Winners in each division are awarded a special prize.

Era by Ciara at The MarketLV
Friday, August 17, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas
Era by Ciara will be hosting Ladies Night with Lola. There will be free champagne, make-overs, and
raffles at each event.
Admission is free

Scottish Country Dancing (ages 13+)
Friday, August 17, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m.
Cost: $5 per person at the door; $4 for members of Southern Nevada Old Time Contra Dancers.
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St.
Scottish country dancing celebrates the beautiful ballroom dance styles of Scotland. Dances can be
lively and joyful or gentle and graceful. From the first chord to the final bow or curtsey, participants will
be inspired by the driving reels, jaunty jigs, snappy strathspeys or lilting airs. Dancers should wear
comfortable clothes and soft shoes. Cosponsored by the Southern Nevada Old Time Contra Dancers, a
nonprofit volunteer organization. For more information, call (702) 656-9513.

Music on Main Street: Glen Galarde Project
Friday, August 17, 6:30 to 9:00 pm
The Courtyard at The District at Green Valley Ranch
The Concert Series presents a variety of local and regional talent representing a diverse line-up of
musical genres. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Admission is free.

Free lakeside concert: Friday Night Classic Rock
Friday, August 17, 7 to 10 pm
The Village Lake Las Vegas
The Village Lake Las Vegas hosts free lakeside concerts, every Friday and Saturday night, through
October 27th.

The Outdoor Picture Show: Beethoven
Friday, August 17, dusk
The Green at The District at Green Valley Ranch, adjacent to Whole Foods Market
Enjoy a movie under the stars that the whole family can enjoy! Guests are encouraged to bring blankets
to sit on, and picnic baskets with snacks to enjoy. Complimentary popcorn is provided. Admission is free.

Dash & Splash
Saturday, August 18, 7:30 a.m.
Cost: $15 preregistration; $20 event day.
Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1488.
Get your exercise with a 1.5-mile run through Veterans Memorial Park followed by a 300-meter swim in
the pool. No age limit, but participants must be able to swim 100 meters successfully.

Summer Square Dance Hoedown (ages 8+)
Saturday, Aug. 18; introductory lesson 6:30 p.m.; dance 7:30 to 10 p.m.
Cost: $8. Pay at the door.
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
Enjoy square dancing to callers Joe Valvo and Ron Sowash and cuer Ron Hartzell. Newcomers and
families are welcomed. No need to bring a partner. Mainstream dances, plus mixers and round dances
will be included, as well as a chance to win door prizes. Refreshments will be available. For more
information, call (702) 348-4906 or 229-6383. Cosponsored by the Stardusters, Las Vegas Square &
Round Dance Club, a nonprofit volunteer organization.

Music on Main Street: The Stephanie Sanchez Project
Saturday, August 18, 6:30 to 9:00 pm
The Courtyard at The District at Green Valley Ranch
The Concert Series presents a variety of local and regional talent representing a diverse line-up of
musical genres. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Admission is free.

Free lakeside concert: Freddie B
Saturday, August 18, 7 to 10 pm
The Village Lake Las Vegas
The Village Lake Las Vegas hosts free lakeside concerts, every Friday and Saturday night, through
October 27th.

Salsa Under the Stars - featuring musical guest Vol. 1
Saturday, August 18, 8 to 11 p.m.
Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas
Salsa Under the Stars will feature a live salsa band, salsa dancers and an open dance floor for all who
want to dance the night away. Cash bars will be located outside providing refreshments for guests
Admission is free

The Outdoor Picture Show: An American Tail
Saturday, August 18, dusk
The Green at The District at Green Valley Ranch, adjacent to Whole Foods Market
Enjoy a movie under the stars that the whole family can enjoy! Guests are encouraged to bring blankets
to sit on, and picnic baskets with snacks to enjoy. Complimentary popcorn is provided. Admission is free.

Pet Adoptions
Sunday, August 19, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tivoli Village (inside The Dog House), 302 S. Rampart Blvd., Las Vegas
Extraordinary animals will be on display and available for adoption.

For more information please see vegas4locals.

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