Things to do in Summerlin May 15-21

IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

A Block Party for Skin Cancer Awareness is planned for 4 p.m. Saturday at Wahoo's Fish Taco in Boca Park, 1000 S. Rampart Blvd. Join survivors and vendors in support of the local Coaches vs. Cancer initiative. Beer pong and other games are planned, along with a wake board rail demo event from 3 to 9 p.m. in the parking lot featuring three-time champion Tom Fooshee. The Flip Cup Raffle also is scheduled with three grand prizes worth more than $500. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Advance tickets start at $15 and include entry, one drink, one taco and entertainment. For tickets, visit ypaclv.com or email melissa.arias@ cancer.org.

Addison's Lounge at the Rampart Casino, 221 N. Rampart Blvd., offers free entertainment at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. May's schedule includes: Lady "J" Huston & The Fireballs on Friday and Saturday and Kenny Dee on May 25 and 26. Visit jwlasvegasresort.com or call 507-5900.

Jazz on the Terrace is planned from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through June 12 at Brio Tuscan Grille at Tivoli Village, 420 S. Rampart Blvd., Suite 180.

Onyx Bar offers free entertainment Tuesdays through Thursdays in Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Guests must be 21 or older. Enjoy the sounds of guitarist/vocalist Ray Fortune as he performs hits from a variety of genres from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Toto Zara performs Latin dance and soul music from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursdays. Visit stationcasinos.com.

A Celebration of Family is slated from 5 to 7 p.m. today at Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd. Family-friendly entertainment, including a balloon artist, a stilt walker and a princess, is planned. Kidville's Rockin' Railroad plans to perform a short concert, and complimentary treats, such as popcorn and cotton candy, will be offered. Visit tivolivillagelv.com.

Teens are invited to compare Diana Wynne Jones' book to Hayao Miyazaki's film during The Movie or the Book: "Howl's Moving Castle" scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive.

A classic car show is planned from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday at Tivoli Village, 302 S. Rampart Blvd. The Mustang & Classic Ford Club of Las Vegas plans to display a variety of makes and models while the Lucky Cheats, a rockabilly group, provides live entertainment. Admission is free. Visit tivolivillagelv.com.

"Rock Around The Clock" with Bill Haley Jr. & The Comets is planned for 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets are available from $15.95. Call 636-7075 or visit suncoastcasino.com.

Rich Rizzo and the Las Vegas Follies plan to present "Vintage Vegas" at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Starbright Theatre, 2215 Thomas W. Ryan Blvd. Tickets are $15 for Sun City Summerlin residents and $17 for nonresidents. Call 240-1301 or 800-595-4849.

The exhibit "Fine Art Photography of the Great Southwest," featuring photos by Kent A. Fevre, is slated to run May 22 through Aug. 5 at the Summerlin Library art gallery, 1771 Inner Circle Drive. An artist reception is scheduled from 5 to 6:30 p.m. May 22. Call 507-3860.

WORTH A DRIVE

Helldorado Days, which features a parade, rodeo and other Western activities, is scheduled Thursday through Sunday downtown. Visit elkshelldorado.com or call 870-1221.

Bring the family and a blanket for a free showing of "The Adventures of Tintin," rated PG, at 7:30 p.m. May 25 at the Centennial Hills Amphitheatre, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive. Call 229-6154.

Snakes, lizards, turtles and more will be available at the Las Vegas Reptile Expo scheduled from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Santa Fe Station, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children 2 to 11. Visit getreptiles.com.

The Spektral Quartet is scheduled to present a free concert from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Violinists Aurelien Fort Pederzoli and J. Austin Wulliman, violist Doyle Armbrust and cellist Russell Rolen make up the quartet, which mixes Haydn and Beethoven with Philip Glass, George Crumb and newer composers. Visit lvccld.org.

"Random Acts," a production from Chaos Theatre, Endless Productions and RagTag Entertainment, is set for 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays through May 27 in the Studio Theatre at the Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $12 for adults, $11 for seniors and $10 for students. Visit lvlt.org or call 362-7996.

The 12th annual West Flamingo Art Show is planned from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday at the West Flamingo Senior Center, 6255 W. Flamingo Road.

A Pooches in the Park day is planned from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at Exploration Peak Park, 9688 S. Buffalo Drive. The day is scheduled to include contests, an obstacle course, animal rescues, veterinarians, groomers, pet boutiques and vendors. Visit tinyurl.com/poochespark and scroll to the bottom.

Girls Day, a fundraising event of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas, is planned for 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Lied Memorial Boys & Girls Club, 2850 S. Lindell Road. The event matches women from the business community with girls from disadvantaged homes. Adults are asked to make a $50 donation. Call 253-2804.

Super Summer Theatre plans to begin its 2012 season with performances of "A Grand Night for Singing" at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, on state Route 159 about 10 miles west of the Las Vegas Beltway. Parking opens at 5 p.m., and seating opens at 6 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or rent a chair. Advance tickets are $8. A limited number of tickets may be available at the gate for $10. Visit supersummertheatre.org.

Rock band Sponge is set to perform at 7 p.m. Saturday at the Silverton, 3333 Blue Diamond Road. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 the day of the show. Visit silvertoncasino.com.

The Nevada Blind Children's Foundation, 3811 W. Charleston Blvd., Suite 208, has scheduled its Ladybug Ball at 6 p.m. Saturday in the Pinyon Ballroom at Aria at CityCenter, 3730 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $200. The evening is set to include the Liberace Scholars String Quartet playing during a cocktail reception and a silent auction. Visit nvblindchildren.org or call 735-6223.

Vox Lumiere plans a new twist on "The Phantom of the Opera" at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Henderson Pavilion, 200 S. Green Valley Parkway. Tickets are $10. Visit hendersonlive.com.

"On With the Show," a benefit event for the Nevada Conservatory Theatre, is set to feature Clint Holmes, Graham Fenton, Kristen Hertzenberg and cast members from NCT's "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way To The Forum" at 7 p.m. Monday in the Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway. Supporters can mingle with cabaret stars during a pre-show cocktail reception and take part in a silent auction. Tickets are $50. Call 895-2787 or visit nct.unlv.edu.

Dress up in Regency or modern apparel for the fourth annual Jane Austen-Era English Country Dance scheduled from 7 to 10 p.m. Saturday at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St. Admission is $10 or $5 for members of the Southern Nevada Old-Time Contra Dancers, military and children 8 to 16. Visit lasvegascountrydance.org or call 656-9513 or 229-6383. Prior English country dancing experience is required.

Gay rodeo producer Brian Rogers is scheduled to present a lecture titled "Nevada Pride in the Saddle: The Story of Gay Rodeo" from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road. The talk is set to be accompanied by an exhibition of vintage gay rodeo photographs by Blake Little and original rodeo posters, programs and rule books. Call 507-3400 or visit lvccld.org.

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, 361 Symphony Park Ave., has a full slate of shows planned. PSY by Seven Fingers is scheduled today and Wednesday. The Composers Showcase of Las Vegas is scheduled Wednesday. Jane Monheit is scheduled Friday and Saturday. Buddy Guy with Quinn Sullivan is scheduled Saturday. The Jewish Repertory Theatre is set to present "The Diary of Anne Frank" Sunday. The musical "Mary Poppins" is scheduled May 22-27. Barbara Cook is set to sing May 24-27. The Las Vegas Contemporary Dance Theater plans a five-year anniversary concert May 29. "Desperate Housewives" actress Emily Bergl plans to perform her cabaret show "Kidding on the Square" June 8-9. Idina Menzel is scheduled to perform June 10. Call 982-7805 or visit thesmithcenter.com.

A musical version of "Alice in Wonderland" is scheduled to be performed by the Tri-state Community Theater at 7 p.m. Monday at Texas Station, 2101 Texas Star Lane. Proceeds are to benefit the Josh Stevens Foundation, a Henderson-based foundation dedicated to encouraging kindness. Tickets are available through paypal.com, account cinderellanevada@cox.net.

"We Are One," the Las Vegas Master Singers and Chamber Chorale's final concert of the season, is scheduled at 3:30 p.m. Sunday at Christ Church Episcopal, 2000 S. Maryland Parkway. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for seniors and children. Visit lvmastersingers.com.

The Rocky Mountain Gun Show is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday in the exhibit hall at the South Point, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Tickets are $13. Visit southpointcasino.com.

An Exotic Bird Expo is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Henderson Convention Center, 200 S. Water St. Admission is $5, but children younger than 10 are admitted free. Visit lasvegasbirdclub.com.

PLAN AHEAD

The Las Vegas Crafters Guild plans to host its annual Spring Boutique and Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 25 and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. May 26 at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. More than 20 juried crafters and artisans will offer their quality, handmade products to the public. Shoppers will enjoy the convenience of one central checkout accepting cash, check or major credit card. Admission is free. Visit lasvegas craftersguild.com.

Comedian Tom Dreesen plans his one-man show, "An Evening of Laughter and Memories of Sinatra," for 7:30 p.m. May 26 and 27 at the Suncoast Showroom, 9090 Alta Drive. Tickets are available from $15.95. Call 636-7075 or visit suncoastcasino.com.

Def Leppard and special guest Lita Ford plan to perform at 7 p.m. June 23 at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets start at $25 and can be purchased at any Station Casinos Reward Center and the Fiestas or by calling 547-5300 or logging onto stationcasinos.com.

Toby Keith plans to perform with special guest Brantley Gilbert at 7 p.m. Aug. 11 at the Red Rock Resort's Amphitheatre, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets range from $35 to $149. The show is expected to sell out. Tickets can be purchased at any Station Casinos Reward Center and the Fiestas or by calling 547-5300 or logging onto stationcasinos.com.

The Beach Boys plan to perform at 8 p.m. May 27 at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Tickets are $29, $39, $49, $59, $79 and $125. Visit stationcasinos.com, ticketmaster.com or livenation.com.

LAST CHANCE TO SEE

Artist Cynthia Tassio is scheduled to show her pastel portraits exhibit "Faces" in the gallery at the Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, through Sunday. Visit lvccld.org or call 507-3860.

"The 39 Steps," a play adapted by Patrick Barlow from the film by Alfred Hitchcock and the novel by John Buchan, is scheduled to run through Sunday on the main stage at the Las Vegas Little Theatre, 3920 Schiff Drive. Tickets are $24 for adults and $21 for seniors and students. "Spearminted" by Erica Griffin is set to put on its last show tonight in the Fischer Black Box in the theater. Tickets are $15 for adults and $14 for seniors and students. Visit lvlt.org or call 362-7996.

Students from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the College of Southern Nevada plan to showcase "Object - Builders of the Future Unite: The Sequel" in the Rotunda Gallery inside the Clark County Government Center, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway, through Friday.

The Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd., plans to showcase "Trash to Treasure: The Sculptures of Dave Thompson" through Sunday. Thompson's work features metal and discarded items turned into sculptures. Call 822-7700 or visit springspreserve.org.