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City of Las Vegas Cultural Arts & Community Events March 2010 Calendar Of Events
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Ethnic Express Folk Dancing (ages 13+)
Wednesdays, March 3, 10, 24, and 31, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m.
Tickets: $4 per person, per day
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
Catch the Ethnic Express for an international evening of fun! Dances include Armenian, Bulgarian, Chinese, Greek, Russian,
Serbian and Turkish, to name a few.
Scottish Country Dancing (ages 13+)
Fridays, March 5, 19 and 26, 6:30-8:45 p.m.
Cost: $5 general admission, $4 for Southern Nevada Old-Time Contra Dancers members.
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
Cosponsored by Southern Nevada Old-Time Contra Dancers, the National Folk Organization, and the city of Las Vegas. Classes begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. and run until 8:45 p.m. This class is recommended for ages 13 and up. It is not suitable for younger children unless they have previous dance experience. Scottish Country Dancing is the beautiful “ballroom” dance of Scotland. The dances may be lively and joyful or gentle and graceful. From the first chord to the final bow or curtsey, dancers are inspired by the driving reels, jaunty jigs, snappy strathspeys or lilting slow airs. And thanks to the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, any dancer can be welcomed by a local group almost anywhere in the world.
Feria de la Familia / Family Festival (all ages)
Saturday, March 6, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Free admission and activities.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center Ballroom, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Enjoy lively entertainment, family activities and a variety of information booths that focus on family services offered by area businesses and nonprofit organizations. Information will be presented in both English and Spanish. Organizations wishing to participate may call 229-1520. Presented with support from La Nueva 103.5 FM, Recuerdo 99.3 FM and Radio Variedades 870 AM.
Brass Roots Quintet (all ages)
Saturday, March 6, 2 p.m.
Tickets: $5
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
Enjoy a wide-ranging repertoire of many styles of music, from classical to contemporary, from these longtime Las Vegas professional musicians.
Saturday Contra Dancing (all ages)
Cosponsored by the Southern Nevada Old-Time Contra Dancers
Saturdays, March 6 & 20, 7 to 10 p.m.; introductory group lessons 6:30 p.m.
Tickets: $7 adults; $5 members, students, active military; $3 children.
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
Dance to the live music of an acoustic band playing joyful fiddle tunes, driving reels, circle mixers and a waltz or two. These lively community dances recapture aspects of New England and frontier barn dances, with more modern twists. All dances are taught and called, newcomers and families are welcomed. No partner is necessary. Wear comfortable, soft-soled shoes and casual clothing.
Free Family Movie in the Park - “Cloudy, With a Chance of Meatballs”
Friday, March 12, 8 p.m.
Centennial Hills Park, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1087.
Enjoy the family film, “Cloudy, With a Chance of Meatballs” in the park on a giant screen. Bring your blankets or folding chairs.
“Journeying Back to Our Roots” Women’s Month Celebration
Saturday, March 13, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Free
West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd., (702) 229-4800.
"Journeying Back to Our Roots and Heal Thyself for Health & Longevity" is this year’s theme, as we continue to present culturally enriching experiences through wellness and interactive workshops and presentations. Colette Lundy will facilitate discussions on the importance of marriage and the family, from the African perspective. Presented with support from the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District and the West Las Vegas Library.
Nevada Dance Project – “Inside Out”
Saturday, March 13, 2 p.m.
Tickets: $10
Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Blvd. North, (702) 229-6211.
Enjoy a showcase concert of contemporary dances by local professionals. Dancers and choreographers who perform in shows on The Strip take time out to present their own visions of dance.
St. Patrick’s Day Dance (adults)
Wednesday March 17, 7 p.m.
Tickets: $10 in advance, $12 event day
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
Celebrate the holiday dancing to the big band music of the Don Burke Dance Band.
Cine En El Centro Film Series Feature “La Ley de Herodes” (adults)
Thursday, March 18, 6 p.m. introduction, 6:30 p.m. feature presentation
Admission is free.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center Ballroom, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Series curator Luis Bonilla will present a short introduction of the featured film, “La Ley de Herodes” at 6 p.m. After the screening, Bonilla will lead a discussion on the film in Spanish.
It's 1949, and following the brutal murder of a small Mexican town's mayor, the genteel and humble Juan Vargas (Damian Alcazar), a janitor, is appointed his successor. But in spite of his efforts to steer clear of corruption, Juan finally succumbs to the allure of dirty politics, emerging as a man with few scruples and deep grudges. Co-stars Pedro Armendariz Jr. and Delia Casanova. The Cine en el Centro Spanish-language film series is presented by the city of Las Vegas, Cox Communications, VeneMovies, Venevision International, La Nueva 103.5 FM, Recuerdo 99.3 FM, Radio Variedades 870 AM, Tortillas Los Arcos and El Mercadito. The movies, all award-winning, blockbuster films from Latin America and Spain, have been donated by VeneMovies and Venevision International to provide cultural enrichment to the Hispanic community. The film, which is rated R and runs 120 minutes in Spanish, was released in 2000. Call (702) 229-1515 for more information.
Downtown Cultural Series Concert - Bill & Kate Isles (all ages)
Friday, March 19, noon to 1 p.m.
Free and open to the public.
Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse Jury Assembly Room, 333 Las Vegas Blvd. South.
Enjoy the popular folk music of Bill and Kate Isles. These performing songwriters bring their life experiences and Minnesota memories to life in song. Call (702) 229-3515 for information.
Gran Tardeada Cultural Series – Noche Michoacana en la Plaza (all ages)
Friday, March 19, 7 p.m.
Free admission.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center Bandstand, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Bring the family to enjoy the lively music, dance and cuisine of Michoacán, Mexico. Presented with support from La Federacion de Michoacanos en Las Vegas, La Nueva 103.5 FM, Recuerdo 99.3 FM, Radio Variedades 870 AM and TV Las Vegas.
The Poets’ Corner (adults)
Friday, March 19, 7 p.m.
No admission charge.
West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd., (702) 229-4800.
Keith Brantley hosts a forum for established poets and open-microphone participants.
The World in Your Backyard Multicultural Festival (all ages)
Saturday, March 20, noon to 4 p.m.
Free admission and activities.
Centennial Hills Park and Amphitheatre, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive, (702) 229-1087.
Bring the family to enjoy this community celebration that includes multicultural performances, make-it-take-it children's crafts, cultural lecture/demonstrations and workshops. Cultural foods and crafts also will be available for purchase. No pets or glass containers, please.
Young Artists Showcase Series – “The Dance Show” (all ages)
Saturday, March 27, 2 p.m.
Tickets: $5
Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Blvd. North, (702) 229-6211.
This showcase features talented young dancers performing in a professional setting.
Easter Festival Egg-Decorating Workshop (ages 7-adult)
Saturday, March 27, 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $3, includes supplies.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515.
Create personalized Easter eggs. Instructor Bobbie Ann Howell will encourage participants to submit completed works for display and entry in the Easter Festival Egg-Decorating Contest.
Spring Break Youth Drama Workshop (grades 2-6)
Monday through Friday, March 29-April 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: $95
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
This drama workshop for grades 2 through 6 includes theatre games, improvisation, acting exercises, mime, rehearsal skills and fun. Advance registration recommended. Youth will participate in a final presentation on Saturday, April 3, at 10 a.m. in the Charleston Heights Arts Center main theatre. Call 229-6383 for information and enrollment.
Exhibitions
“Paintbrush Gateway and Other Projects” (all ages)
Dennis Oppenheim Exhibit
Through April 3, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Free admission.
Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Blvd. North, (702) 229-6211.
Born in 1938 in Electric City, Wash., Dennis Oppenheim received his master of fine arts degree from Stanford University. Now residing in New York City, Oppenheim was recognized for lifetime achievement in the arts at the 2007 Vancouver Sculpture Biennale and has received international attention for a body of conceptual work that includes performance, sculpture, and photographs. Call 229-1012 for more information.
“Las Vegas Perspective: Reflections of the African-American Artist” Exhibit (all ages)
Feb. 12-April 23, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed holidays.
Free admission.
Bridge Gallery, City Hall, 400 Stewart Ave., 2nd floor.
The work in the exhibit will highlight local African-American artists and is being presented in honor of Black History month. Artists that will be exhibited are: Abraham Abebe, Dayo Adelaja, Harold Bradford, Sylvester Collier, Lolita Develay, Vicki Richardson, Lance Smith, Mario Smith, and Joseph Watson. Visitors may reach the gallery through the second floor of the Las Vegas City Hall parking garage on the southeast corner of Stewart Avenue and Fourth Street. Parking is by paid meter only. Call (702) 229-1012 for information.
“A Repository of Drumlins, from the Glittering Golden Mists to Prehistoric Boundary Markers” - Lisa Bigalke Exhibition (all ages)
Feb. 19-May 15, Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free admission.
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383.
Lisa Bigalke teaches drawing and design at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in art. She earned her Master of Fine Arts degree in studio art from Louisiana State University. An internationally exhibiting artist, Bigalke uses color, texture, pattern, paint and print media to create mixed-media works that focus on the natural landscapes of places she has visited. Call (702) 229-1012 for more information.