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City Of Las Vegas Cultural Arts & Community Events Aug. 31-Sept. 6
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City Of Las Vegas Cultural Arts & Community Events Aug. 31-Sept. 6
Ballroom Dancing To Big Band Music Sept. 5 At Charleston Heights Arts Center
Celebrate the last holiday of the summer by dancing to music performed by the Carl Grove Combo on Saturday, Sept. 5, from 7 to 10 p.m. in the Charleston Heights Arts Center’s air-conditioned ballroom. The combo’s play list includes favorite songs from the 1940s to ‘70s, from swing and foxtrots to Latin and jazz.
The arts center, which features one of the city’s finest dance floors, is located at 800 S. Brush St., one block west of Decatur and north of West Charleston Boulevard. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 on performance day. Call (702) 229-6383 for tickets and information.
Marsha K will provide the vocals, with Carl Grove on tenor saxophone, Dick Guider on trumpet and flugelhorn, Bob Grundy on drums, Joe Darrow on keyboards, and Chuck Kovaks on bass. A no-host bar will be available.
Other upcoming events include:
Registration for Fall Classes (ages 3-adult)
Through Saturday, Sept. 5
Prices vary with individual class selections
All city of Las Vegas arts, recreation, sports and community centers.
Go online to www.lasvegasparksandrec.com to view class selections in the Fall Leisure Guide and the Fall ArtQ, or visit your nearest city of Las Vegas center for a class listing. For senior center classes and activities for residents ages 50+, view the Active Adult publication.
Ward 5 Coffee & Conversation
Thursday, Sept. 3, 9 to 10 a.m.
Starbucks, 751 N. Rancho Drive, at Bonanza Road
Ward 5 residents are invited to join City Councilman Ricki Y. Barlow to join him for coffee, tea and conversation about the community. For more information, call 229-5443.
Free Community Wellness Series Presented by Nevada Cancer Institute (age 50+)
Thursday, Sept. 3, 9 a.m.
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-6601.
Nevada Cancer Institute staff will provide valuable information about the latest developments in screenings, treatment and research in sun safety, with presentations aimed at reducing chronic diseases and promoting cancer awareness, early detection, screening and care.
Measure Twice, Cut Once Exhibition
Artist Brenda Jones
Sept. 4-Nov, 19, 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., 229-6383.
This new exhibit by artist Brenda Jones opens Sept. 4. Jones has created hand-constructed and sewn paper articles of clothing. She says, “All of the work has layered meaning. Imagery and process are chosen and based on personal experiences — issues that are pressing in my life or difficult to resolve.”
Kids Night Out (ages 5-11)
Friday, Sept. 4, 6 to 10 p.m.
Fee: $15
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, 229-1607.
Children enjoy playing games, making crafts, watching a movie and eating pizza.
Historical Journey Into Jazz Exhibition Opening & Artist Reception
Saturday, Sept. 5, 3 p.m.
Free admission.
West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 229-4800.
Meet artist Thurman Hackett, enjoy the jazz music of the Adelaide Robbins Trio, and view the new exhibit, “Historical Journey into Jazz.” Exhibit hours will be Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., through Dec. 31.