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January 27, 2006
Community Briefs
An All Airborne Chapter is forming in Pahrump. Paratroopers who are qualified jump school graduates from the United States Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard or any foreign military can call John at 910-9353 for more information. Angels Have Wheels All Medicare recipients should now be aware that if they suffer from conditions such as arthritis, cardiovascular disease and respiratory disorders, and have difficulty walking or propelling a standard wheelchair, they may be eligible to receive an electric wheelchair paid for by Medicare. For information on Medicare eligibility contact Gregory at 1-800-810-2877. Fiber Arts 2006 The Pahrump Arts Council will sponsor the Tenth Annual Fiber Arts 2006 event Feb. 17-19 at the Bob Ruud Community Center, located at Basin Avenue and Highway 160. The times are: Friday, 2-6 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy a beautiful quilt display that will be judged and awarded prizes. Heirloom quilts from the 1930's and one from the 1800's will be featured. Join in quilting and craft demonstrations, shop for unique handcrafted items, take part in a silent auction and take a chance to win a beautiful quilt made by Shadow Mountain Quilters. Chances for the queen-sized quilt and entry forms are available at Crewel World, the Pahrump Chamber of Commerce and the Quilted Dragon. Call the PAC at 764-1538 or e-mail Pahrump-arts@lycos.com for more information. Indigo evolution documentary James Twyman's spiritual documentary, "Indigo (children) Evolution," will be showing at Ancient Secrets, Ste. 3 at 1230 S. Loop Road. Show times are: Today - 6:30 p.m. Saturday - Noon, 3 p.m. Sunday - 2 p.m., 5 p.m. Call 727-0999 for reservations. VFW January calendar The January calendar of events for the VFW Post 10054 on Homestead Road is as follows: domestic beer $1.25, bottle beer $1.50, draft $1.25 every Thursday; breakfast served from 8 a.m. to noon every Sunday, $4 donation. Dinners: Today - Chuck's chuck wagon surprise. All dinners are $6 and served from 4-7 p.m., unless otherwise noted. United Way accreditation under way The United Way of Pioneer Territory is inviting nonprofit agencies to provide a Letter of Intent to apply for United Way accreditation, which is the first step toward becoming a United Way agency and receiving funding for programs. To apply for accreditation, write a short letter expressing interest in applying for accreditation to United Way of Pioneer Territory, P.O. Box 5019, Pahrump, NV 89041 (letters must be postmarked no later than today) or call 751-2400. Applicants must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, a church or a government organization serving the public in Nye County. Call 751-2400 or 751-3734 for additional information. PVHS drama club presents two plays Pahrump Valley High School will hold two plays, "Hard Candy," and "A Simple Task," at 7 p.m. Saturday at the PVHS auditorium. Tickets for these two comedies are $4 for adults and $3 for students and seniors. Tickets may be purchased at Ace Hardware, the Pahrump Community Library, Spring Mountain Auto Air or at the door. Call 727-7737, ext. 239 for more information. Church on a Mission yard sale Saturday Church on a Mission will hold a yard sale from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at 4760 Pahrump Valley Blvd. and Carberry Lane, No. 3. Proceeds generated from the sale will be matched and will go toward benefiting the food bank. Call 727-4526 for more information. American Legion January calendar The January calendar of events for the American Legion Post 22 and Auxiliary Unit 22 is as follows: Sunday - Breakfast by Sheryl Bohn, 8-10 a.m., $4. All activities take place at the VFW Post home on Homestead Road. Democrat Central Committee meeting The Nye County Democrat Central Committee monthly meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday at the Bob Ruud Community Center, room B. LV Social Security office reps to visit Field representatives from the Las Vegas Social Security office will make their monthly visit to the Nye County community at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Bob Ruud Community Center. They will assist with Social Security issues. If applying for benefits, please bring the necessary documents. Documents must be original. Call 1-800-772-1213 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. if unable to attend. Visit www.socialsecurity.gov for more information. Seminar to discuss hospice program Nathan Adelson Hospice will present a seminar on their program and teamwork from 10-11 a.m. Tuesday at the Channel 30/62 Studio, located at 250 Nopah Vista. The seminar will also be shown in the conference room at the hospice, located at 1480 E. Calvada Blvd., Ste. 900. Attendees at the studio must be there by 9:30 a.m. Presenters will provide a comprehensive look at the Nathan Adelson Hospice program in Pahrump and will give the community an inside look at what makes up a team. The presenters scheduled are: RN Robyn Schoenfeld, admitting nurse; LPN Paula Whalen; CNA Edwin Monge; and Pat Smith, volunteer. The presenters will answer questions from the audience and by phone. The number to call the day of the seminar is 751-3624. Seating is limited. Call Veronica at 751-5603 or Tonya at 751-5601 to RSVP. Library reading program to begin Pahrump Community Library's spring reading program will start Wednesday at 701 East St. Class times are: ages 2-3, Wednesdays, 9:15-9:45 a.m.; ages 4-5, Wednesdays, 10-10:45 a.m.; ages 6-10 (and a.m. kindergarten), Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m.; and teens, Thursdays, 3-4 p.m. Call 727-5930, ext. 21 for more information. Movers and Shakers to meet Thursday The regular meeting of the Pahrump Valley Movers and Shakers, a support group for people with Parkinson's disease, will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Desert Greens Clubhouse, 350 W. Wilson Avenue (next to site of the new hospital). Jodi Servin, M.S.W., L.S.W. from the National Parkinson Foundation, is the facilitator and consultant. Anyone with Parkinson's disease, as well as their caregivers and/or family members are welcome to attend this group. It is also open to anyone with a movement disorder. Light refreshments will be served. Call Donna or Steve Marsh at 537-1015 with questions or concerns. Genealogical society meeting Feb. 2 The Pahrump Nevada Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 2 in the multi-purpose room of the LDS Church on Wilson Road and West. Harry Ford will speak on his involvement with the County Horal History Project carried out between 1987 and 1992. Call Bob Alvis at 751-9032 for more information. Methodist church to hold rummage sale Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church will conduct a Winter/Spring rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 3 and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 4 at 1300 E. Highway 372. Clothes, appliances and furniture will be available at very reasonable prices. Pastries and lunch will also be available. Friends of the Library meeting Friends of the Library will meet at 9 a.m. Feb. 4 in the Pahrump Library meeting room at 701 East St. Stephen Nasser, who wrote, "My Brother's Voice," will be the guest speaker. The public is invited to attend Nasser's presentation, which will begin about 10:15 a.m. His book is billed as, "The true historical story that picks up where 'Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl,' leaves off." Dances of Universal Peace Dance leaders from Las Vegas will teach the movements and songs from over 400 dances that include themes of peace and healing from 2-4:30 p.m. Feb. 4 at Haven Selah, on 1680 N. Blagg Road. A potluck and drumming will follow. Call 727-8633 for more information. Libertarian Party convention Feb. 8 The Nye Country Libertarian Party will be holding its annual convention at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8 at the Mountain Falls Country Club. Light food will be served and a cash bar will be available. Tickets are $10 in advance at Nyelp.com or $15 cash at the door. Call 513-4474 for more information. Daughters of the American Revolution The Pahrump Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold their monthly meeting at 10 a.m. Feb. 8 at the Bob Ruud Community Center, Room A. Anyone interested in attending will be welcome. Contact Jerri Smythe at 727-1650 for more information. Spanish immersion programs for high school students The Interamerican University Studies Institute will offer two programs in Latin America this summer for students between 15 and 17 years old who will have completed two years of high school Spanish by June. The programs are: Costa Rica Pura Vida, which focuses on biology, and Artes en Mexico, which provides an opportunity to work with Mexican art teachers. Both programs include Spanish immersion. Applications are due by Feb. 10. Call IUSI at 1-800-345-4874 or visit www.iusi.org for more information. 'Women on the Run' for a better Nevada "Women on the Run" for a better Nevada will be held at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10. at the Willow Creek Golf Club. The event will include all of the Democratic women candidates running for office across Nevada. Everyone is invited for what should be a very spirited evening. Call Jan Bearss at 751-9966 for tickets and/or more information. PAC presents winter themed art show The art show, 'Winter Scenes,' will run though Feb. 10 at the Nye County Courthouse. Call Janet Toy at 727-9112 for more information. Silver Tappers bash The Silver Tappers of Nevada will hold a Special Olympics benefit at 7 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Saddle West Hotel and Casino. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at Progressive Choices, at the door or by calling 727-7005 or 751-3431. Church's Valentine's tea party for girls The Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church will hold a Valentine's tea party for girls, ages 5-12 from 2-4 p.m. Feb. 11 at Pahrump Valley Blvd. and Highway 372. A craft project will be offered, along with a manners lesson. Hats, fancy dresses, jewelry, gloves and shoes will be provided for the girls to use. Seating is limited, so call the church office at 727-6767 by Feb. 8 for reservations. Hospice to provide caregiver training Nathan Adelson Hospice will offer a two-day workshop from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 14-15 in the training room at Southern Nevada Job Connect at 2101 E. Calvada Blvd. This workshop is designed to teach individuals how to be caregivers in a home/hospice or health care/nursing environment. The 16-hour training is free; participants will receive a certificate of attendance and job placement opportunities. Space is limited, so reservations must be made no later than Feb. 13. Lunch and supplies will be included. Call Tonya Brum at 751-5601 or 209-3896 to make reservations or for more information. New art gallery at Winery R.V. Park The Pahrump Arts Council recently created a new gallery to feature the works of local artists in a new mixed media show at the Pahrump Valley Winery R.V. Park clubhouse. The show will run through Feb. 24. Call Duane Webb at 513-8396 for more information. Senior Golden Years fashion show Ms. Senior Golden Years USA Queens Court, with their board of directors, will host their Fourth Annual Fashion Show, Luncheon and Silent Auction at 1 p.m. Feb. 25 at the Saddle West Hotel & Casino. The Ms. Senior Golden Years USA Queens Court will model items from Kimberly's Fashions, CC's Bridal & Formal Wear and Sunflower Fashions. Proceeds from this event will go toward producing the Ms. Senior Golden Years pageant. Applications and information for ladies at least 60 years of age interested in competing in the Ms. Senior Golden Years USA pageant will be available at this event. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased from any member of the Queens Court, the board of directors, the Saddle West or by calling 727-7011 or 751-0593. Golf association booze basket raffle The Willow Creek Ladies Golf Association will hold "A basket of booze and other goodies" raffle for Rally Day Feb. 25 at the Willow Creek Golf Course. Tickets are $2 or three for $5. Call Laura at 751-3951 or 751-2563 for the time of the raffle and/or for more information. Multiple sclerosis benefit golf tourney The Second Annual Multiple Sclerosis Benefit Golf Tournament, in memory of Viyella Henderson, will be held March 11 at Lakewood Executive Golf Course at 1472 Mt. Charleston Drive. The tournament will be a four-person Better Ball Scramble. Teams created by the tournament committee will consist of A, B, C and D flight players. The tourney will be played in two flights of 72 golfers, one at 8:30 a.m., and one at noon. Flights will be assigned based on preference and date of entry. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m. for both groups. Tournament winners will be announced immediately after the raffle drawings at 3:30 p.m. Golfers can call 727-4040 for more information. Sponsors are also needed to help make the golf tournament a success. Businesses are asked to purchase tee signs, provide welcoming gifts, supplies or merchandise for the event and/or make a monetary donation to the Pahrump Valley MS Connection, by making checks payable to PVMS Connection, P.O. Box 3413, Pahrump, NV 89041. Multiple Sclerosis is a disease marked by patches of hardened tissue in the brain or spinal cord. Symptoms range from subtle fatigue to blindness and/or complete paralysis. Call Maria White at 537-1335 to find out more about multiple sclerosis. Vendor space available at rodeo Vendors are needed for the Grand Canyon Pro Rodeo Association's two-day rodeo event, vendor's fair and barbecue cook-off March 25-26 at McCullough Arena. Call 751-1094, 209-5288, 513-2649 or visit www.slrodeoproductions.org for more information. Free tax-aide service Internal Revenue Service Tax-Aide Volunteers will be in room A of the Bob Ruud Community Center from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays through April 19. This free, confidential tax preparation and free E-Filing service is available to all taxpayers, middle or low income, with special attention to those 60 years and older. IRS trained volunteers are also available to shut-ins. Appointments for this free service are necessary and can be made by calling 727-4258. You may be asked to leave a message. Please repeat your phone number clearly and distinctly, so that your call can be returned. Taxpayers will be reminded what documents to bring when an appointment is made. Information and appointments are also available by fax (727-4258) or e-mail (fordpayne@juno.com). USS Rendova CVE-114 reunion The Navy aircraft carrier, USS Rendova CVE-114, will be holding a reunion for sailors who served on the ship April 26-29 in Silverdale, Wash. Call Eddie Frank at (303) 857-4248 or Bill Evans at (704) 573-4472 for more information. Kiwanis black-tie fundraiser The Kiwanis Club will sponsor a black-tie dinner and dance at 7 p.m., with a no-host bar at 6 p.m., at the Pahrump Nugget. The event, which will include a buffet dinner, balloon raffle and a chance to win a trip to Hawaii, is to raise funds for school band instruments and a scholarship fund. Tickets can be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce, Advance America, from a high school band member or a local Kiwanian. Call 209-3752 for more information. Sheriff DeMeo establishes hotline Sheriff DeMeo has created a 'Citizen's Comments Hotline' to allow citizens an easier way to express their opinions about the performance of the Sheriff's Office (critical or complimentary), as well as about other county matters. The hotline will be available 24 hours a day, utilizing an answering machine. The phone number is 1 (800) 794-9834. Free breast cancer counseling The Center for Compassionate Care will provide breast cancer counseling over the telephone at no cost to anyone newly diagnosed, in treatment, having a recurrence or in remission. Life partners, family members or friends of anyone with breast cancer can also speak with a trained counselor. The CCC is a non-profit counseling agency that operates under the direction of the Nathan Adelson Group. Call the CCC at 1-866-471-3273. PAC calling for local Artists The Pahrump Arts Council is setting up a database of local artists to help further the exposure, education and support of the arts. Call Jan Lindsay at 751-5282 or email treebanks@pahrump.com for more information. PVHS looking for clerical volunteers Pahrump Valley High School and the 9th Grade Academy could use volunteers to assist with clerical duties and helping the staff as needed. Contact the volunteer coordinator's office at 751-6872 or 751-6873 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon to apply. Volunteers to help children needed The Nye County School District is looking for volunteers to work with children and schools in various capacities, including one-on-one tutoring of students, reading to children, assisting in the schoolyard or helping in the library. Retirees and parents interested in volunteering may call 751-6872 or 751-6873 and ask for Cathryn Girard, volunteer coordinator or Wilma Dohner, assistant volunteer coordinator. PV Fire-Rescue seeking volunteers The Pahrump Valley Fire-Rescue Service is now recruiting prospective volunteers for the following: € Burn desk: Heavy phones/light data entry; training provided. Sign up for one or two four-hour shifts per week, 8 a.m. to noon or noon to 4 p.m. € Firefighters and EMS volunteers: Must pass a general aptitude test, agility test, oral interview and physical exam. Applications may be picked up at the main fire station at 300 N. Highway 160. Contact the station at 727-5658 for more information. Hospice accepting old car donations No longer needed or wanted vehicles may be donated to Nathan Adelson Hospice through Volunteers of America to help people in the community. Donating a vehicle may result in your receiving a greater value for your car as a charitable tax deduction and helps you avoid the hassles, cost and time demands of selling it. Call Volunteers of America at 1-800-407-2600, say you are making a donation to benefit Nathan Adelson Hospice, and a representative will guide you through the donation process. Volunteers of America will respond to inquiries within 24 hours; arrange vehicle pickup; process the necessary paperwork; and provide a receipt and the required tax forms. Burn ban lifted for Nye County Nye County Emergency Services reminds the community that controlled, open burning is now permissible in Nye County. If you wish to conduct an open, controlled burn, contact the appropriate local agency for information and guidelines prior to any burn. Contact Pahrump Fire Rescue at 727-5658. In all other Nye County communities, contact the local Nye County Sheriff's Office dispatch. Quilts 4 Cancer seeking volunteers Quilts 4 Cancer will soon open its workshop to meet a goal for 2006 of making 500 quilts for children and adults in the area with cancer. The organization needs volunteers to wash and iron fabric and donations of or funds for irons and general sewing supplies to accomplish this. A $25 donation offsets the cost of one quilt. Call 571-5356, e-mail barb@quilts4cancer.com or visit www.quilts4Pahrump.org. Volunteers for food distribution sought The food bank at Church on a Mission needs volunteers for two to three hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday mornings to help prepare and distribute food to the community at 4760 S. Pahrump Valley Blvd., unit 3. Call 727-4151 to volunteer or for more information. Assistance agencies wanted for directory No To Abuse and Health Plan of Nevada Inc. are in the process of collecting information from agencies that provide assistance to families and individuals who need to access services from the 2006-2008 Nye County Services Directory. This directory lists low-cost and free services available throughout Nye County. To be included in this directory, call sherry at 727-3885 or Vickie at 751-1118 by Friday. Amateur astronomy group forming Those having an interest in amateur astronomy and in forming a group focused on education, observing sessions, astrophotography, demonstrations and related subjects, please contact Dave Cook at 751-6615. Musicians and singers needed Shadow Mountain Christian Fellowship is seeking musicians and singers, ages 15-21, to take part in a community youth praise band, utilizing sophisticated instrumentation and choral arrangements. If you love the Lord, have some chops and are willing to work hard as a team to create something cool, please pray about it and call the church office at 751-7623. Pathways seeking math tutors The Pathways program is looking for tutors, primarily in the area of mathematics. However, anyone interested in tutoring students in other areas are also needed. The volunteer coordinator's office may be reached from 9 a.m. to noon at 751-6872 or 751-6873, Monday through Friday. School district early childhood screening The Nye County School District has a responsibility to locate, assess and identify children ages 3-5 who are not enrolled in any school program and who may have some kind of developmental delays. If your child is currently being served through Nevada Early Intervention, please contact them about 90 days prior to your child turning three years of age. If you live in Pahrump, to make an appointment for a pre-evaluation interview, please call the Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) office at 751-2638. The new office is located at 2200 S. Mt. Charleston Drive West. Overeaters Anonymous meetings Overeaters Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. every Tuesday at No To Abuse at 1471 E. Highway 372. There are no fees or dues to attend this fellowship of individuals who support one another in recovering from compulsive overeating. Call 727-5393 or 727-9321 for more information. Soroptimists club anticipates growth Pahrump's Soroptimists International Club is working on expanding the club and preparing for its chartering celebration. This philanthropic women's organization is working toward becoming an important part of Pahrump's non-profit and business community. The club's meetings are scheduled for the first Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Pahrump Winery RV Park clubhouse. The organization has helped women and children worldwide in gaining basic human rights. Women interested in making a difference are invited to come to the meetings and learn more. Call Willi Baer at 727-6052 or Claudette at 751-9023 for information. Urantia study group A Urantia study group will be starting in Pahrump. The group will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursdays. Call Don at 537-1541. Volunteer advocates for children needed The Fifth Judicial District Court is seeking volunteers to act as a Court-Appointed Special Advocate for children in need. CASA is a nationwide organization. CASA volunteers spend time with a child (or children) and make recommendations to the court. Training will be for one week and volunteers must be able to pass a criminal background check. Call 727-1327 or 727-4932 for more information and training schedules. Donations needed for senior center The Nye County Democrats are accepting non-perishable food and cash donations for the Pahrump Senior Center, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1201 S. Highway 160, Suite 105. Friends of Animals seeking donations The Southern Nye County Friends of Animals, located at 6151 Quarterhorse, is looking for volunteers and donations to save the lives of animals. Donations of food, doghouses or storage sheds would be greatly appreciated. Call 537-2020 for more information. New Bible training center to start Truth In Life Ministries International will soon be starting a Bible training center in Pahrump. This is a non-denominational, Bible-based, 48-week program for those who are born-again. Call 513-2258 or 751-6753 for more information and an interview. Truth In Life will also be starting a Full Gospel Businessmen's Fellowship International chapter in Pahrump. This will be for men to share with one another what God has done in their lives. Call 513-2258 for more information. Join 4H Quilting Club Come and join the new 4H Quilting Club. The club is open to all youth ages 9-19 whether a novice, intermediate or expert. Adult volunteer assistants are also welcome. 4H is accepting donated sewing machines, materials and sewing supplies. Contact Debby for more information at 727-5532. Bible studies available God has a place for you. Learn God's plan. Bible studies are available anytime, your house or at the church. Call Church of Pentecost for an appointment at 727-6681. Victory Christian Center cookbook Victory Christian Center has collected the best recipes from its members, their families and friends and compiled them into an attractive keepsake cookbook. The cookbooks cost $10 each and are available from any Victory Christian Center member of at Crown's Christian Bookstore. All proceeds from the sale of the cookbooks will go to Victory's new church building. For more information contact Victory Christian Center at 751-0777. Second Missionary Baptist Church info Second Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1591 Bridger Street, holds Sunday school at 10 a.m., Sunday morning service at 11 a.m. and Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. For more information call Rev. John T. Boyd at 537-1587. Target shooting notice People target shooting on public lands are urged to use extreme caution. Steel core ammunition is a known fire starter. The head of steel core ammo is coated with copper and will spark on rocks after going through a target, igniting vegetation. Shooters are responsible for fire suppression costs incurred by shooting. Shooting is not allowed in the following areas: Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area; Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area; Lake Mead National Recreation Area; Sunrise Mountain; Nellis; and Apex. For more information contact the Nevada Division of Wildlife at 702-486-5127. Marine Corps League Pahrump Detachment Active, reserve, retired and former marines are eligible for membership in the Greater Marine Corps League of Pahrump Detachment 1199. FMF Navy corpsmen are now eligible to belong. Meetings are held at the VFW Post on Homestead Road at 9 a.m. the second Saturday of each month. For more information call Vic Rodriguez at 537-6747. Let SCORE help you start your own business Don't place your business plans on vacation! The Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), sponsored by the Small Business Administration, is available now to help put your plans to work. Located at the Pahrump Valley Chamber of Commerce offices in the Nevada State Bank building at 1301 S. Highway 160, SCORE provides free one-on-one counseling and assists in finding money or funding sources including business plan, marketing, break-even point, management guidance and all other features - all at no charge! Call Sally at the 727-5800 or SCORE at 727-9471 to schedule an appointment to discuss your business ideas and start on the road to a possible profitable venture. Susan G. Komen grant funds available Grant funds are available for Esmeralda and Nye County residents through the Las Vegas Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to assist qualified individuals with mammograms, as well as some additional tests, if needed. For those individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment, gas, meals and lodging assistance, when necessary, is also available. In Pahrump and southern Nye County call Nye County Health and Human Services at 751-7095 for more information. In Esmeralda County call the clerk/treasurer's office at 775-485-6309; in Tonopah and northern Nye call Health and Human Services at 775-482-8125. Power wheelchairs Power (electric) wheelchairs for senior citizens and the permanently disabled are available through the Three Wishes Inc. program at no cost to the recipient if they qualify. The wheelchairs are provided to those who cannot walk and cannot self-propel a manual wheelchair in their home, and who meet the additional guidelines of the program. No deposit is required. Call 1-800-823-5220 or visit www.threewishes2.com for qualification guidelines. |
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