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WORKSHOP at clark county library
TO FOCUS ON MORTGAGE LENDING

The Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, has scheduled a workshop on mortgage lending from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday , featuring local attorneys and real estate agents.

The event is free, but registration is required. For more information, call 485-6600 or visit whencanwebuyagain.com.

NV ENERGY PLANS EXPO FOR SENIORS
TO HIGHLIGHT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

NV Energy plans to host an expo for seniors regarding financial stability from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Cashman Center, 850 Las Vegas Blvd. North.

Resources on Project REACH, NV Energy's senior assistance program, are set to be on hand. To receive energy assistance through the program, customers must bring a valid Nevada driver's license or state I D , a past-due NV Energy bill and proof of income.

For more information, call 402-5555 or visit tinyurl.com/nvenergyseniorexpo.

DONATIONS TO BENEFIT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS

Miracle Mile Shops inside Planet Hollywood Resort, 3667 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to collect donations from its fountain Sunday to give to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Henderson as part of the United Nations' International Youth Day.

Donations are set to help fund the organization's education programs for youth. For more information, call 565-6568 or visit bgchenderson.org.

SALON OFFERS FREE SERVICE TO RESIDENTS

Dollheads Blowdry & Extensions Bar inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort, 3667 Las Vegas Blvd. South, plans to host an appreciation day for locals from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Thursday with free service to residents who follow the salon on Facebook and/or Twitter.

The salon is set to provide treats and refreshments for guests from 6 to 8 p.m. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Call 431-4315 or visit dollheadslv.com.

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
PLANS BUNCO TOURNAMENT

The American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer bunco tournament is scheduled for 5 p.m. Aug. 24 at 2716 N. Tenaya Way.

The $30 registration fee includes dinner, bunco, entertainment and prizes.

For more information, contact Christine Poniatowski at 240-8877 or christine.poniatowski@uhc.com.

NONPROFIT SURVIVAL SKILLS WORKSHOP SET

The Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, is set to host a two-hour nonprofit survival skills workshop on publicity at 2 p.m. Aug. 14 in the large conference room.

Walk-ins and those who pre register are welcome.

For more information, call 507-3421 or visit tinyurl.com/nonprofitpubworkshop.

lieburn SENIOR CENTER TO COLLECT
GENTLY USED BOOKS

The Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Ave., plans to accept gently used books as part of Book Lover's Day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday . For more information, call 229-1600 or visit lasvegasnevada.gov.

LEFT-HANDERS LUNCHEON
AND KARAOKE PARTY PLANNED

The Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, plans to host its left-handers luncheon and karaoke party at 11:30 a.m. Thursday for $5 per person.

Attendees will start with dessert and work their way to a salad and rolls before participating in karaoke. Advance registration is required.

For more information, call 229-6454 or visit lasvegasnevada.gov.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL BLOCK PARTY
TO FEATURE SALES AT TOWN SQUARE

Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. South, is slated to host a Teen Vogue back-to-school block party from 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday , featuring sales at select stores, such as Express, H&M, the Gap and more.

Live entertainment and giveaways are to be part of the celebration.

For more information, call 269-5000 or visit mytownsquarelasvegas.com.

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