All activities are subject to change. For links to facilities, programs, classes and activities in the current Beyond the Neon guide, go online to
www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Find/recreation.htm. Most activities require advance registration. Register today to build your healthy lifestyle! All centers will be closed Dec. 25-Jan. 2, for holiday observance. Municipal Pool also will be closed for maintenance Dec. 19-Jan. 1.
Registration Opens For Doolittle’s Annual Competitive Basketball League (grades 2-11)
Registration open through Jan. 3. League play begins Jan. 9, 2012.
Cost: $250 per team, plus referee fees per game ($14-$19 per game, depending on division).
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., (702) 229-6374.
A general information meeting for coaches will be held Nov. 3 at 6 p.m. Scheduled payments will be accepted, but all league registration fees must be
paid prior to the start of league play. All participants must provide a completed waiver, current 2011-2012 school year report card and current school identification. Contact Archie Reese at 229-6374 for more information.
Free Ward 4 Holiday Movie in the Park (all ages)
Friday, Dec. 2, 6 p.m.
Police Memorial Park, 3250 Metro Academy Way.
Bring the family to enjoy “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (Jim Carey version), as well as complimentary pictures with the Grinch, hot chocolate, cookies and candy canes while supplies last.
Free Rudolph Round-Up (ages 2-5)
Friday, Dec 16, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 N. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100.
Children will enjoy arts and crafts projects and the “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” animated holiday video feature.
Mirabelli Holiday Craft Show (ages 2-adult)
Saturday, Dec. 3, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free admission to public; $20 per table for vendors. Registration for vendors starts Oct 31.
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Purchase handmade gifts for the holidays at reasonable prices.
Ward 6 Cowboy Christmas and Car Show (all ages)
Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free admission.
Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, 9200 Tule Springs Road, (702) 229-8100.
Bring your family to join Councilman Steven D. Ross at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs Park to celebrate the holiday season. Families will enjoy a car show, hay rides, a petting zoo, balloon artist, jump house, community vendors and a visit from Santa. Join Councilman Ross in helping local charities in our area with food, toys and clothing for people in need. For more information on the event and car show registration, visit the
Cowboy Christmas web page or call (702) 229-6154.
Adult Racquetball Leagues
Mondays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Intermediate/Advanced singles league starting Dec. 12.
Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Novice singles league starting Dec. 13.
Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Intermediate/Advanced singles league starting Dec. 14.
Thursday, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Ladder League starting Dec. 15.
Cost: $25 non-members, $5 members.
Minker Sports Complex, 275 N. Mojave Road, (702) 229-6563.
Leagues run for six weeks, plus an end-of-season tournament.
Ward 5 Tree Lighting & “Polar Express” Movie in Lorenzi Park (all ages)
Tuesday, Dec. 16; “Polar Express” movie begins at dusk.
Free admission.
Lorenzi Park, 3333 W. Washington Ave.
Bring a blanket, lawn chair and a picnic to enjoy this fun family event. Refreshments available for purchase. For more information, call 229-6405 or go online to
www.lasvegasnevada.gov/ward5.
Minker Madness Dodgeball Tournament (ages 14+)
Wednesday, Dec. 14, 4 to 7 p.m.
Cost: $3 per person; $21 per team.
Minker Sports Complex, 275 N. Mojave Road, (702) 229-6563.
For additional information, please call (702) 229-6563.
Breakfast With Santa (grades kindergarten-5th)
Saturday, Dec. 17, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free for invited guests and contributors.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., (702) 229-6374.
Participants must be nominated by their school counselors. Community members act as “Santas” for children.
Doolittle’s Winter Break Camp (ages 6-11)
Dec. 19-23 and Dec. 27-30, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. No camp Monday, Dec. 26.
Cost: $75 for the first child, $70 each additional child in the household.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J St., (702) 229-6374.
Registration will be open from Nov. 14, until full. Campers will participate in age-appropriate activities, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and fitness activities. Please bring a lunch and snacks daily. For more information, call 229-6374.
Winter Break Kids Camp (ages 6-11)
Dec. 19-23 and Dec. 27-30, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. No camp Monday, Dec. 26.
Cost: $75 for the first child, $70 each additional child in the household. Registration opens Nov. 28.
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Campers will participate in age-appropriate activities, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and fitness activities. Children bring their own lunch and two snacks each day.
Advanced Reverse 4 v 4 Volleyball League (ages 16+)
Wednesdays, 6 to 10 p.m., beginning Dec. 21.
Cost: $100 per team, plus official’s fees.
Stupak Community Center, 251 W. Boston Ave., (702) 229-2488.
Highly competitive volleyball league for players looking for the most competitive league in town. Must have at least high school varsity volleyball experience (college is preferred).
Adaptive Recreation
Annual Holiday Dance
Saturday, Dec. 17, 7 to 10 p.m. Advance reservation required by Dec. 9.
Cost: $20 per person.
Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., (702) 229-1600.
Kick off the holiday season with a night of music, dancing, food and fun. Call Jennifer at 229-5177 for more information or to R.S.V.P. for the event.
