New PAC committee

A new Pahrump Arts Council committee is forming a kind of "Show and Tell" group of artists willing to share their art, ideas and camaraderie.

The first meeting will be held at 10 a.m. today at the library, 701 East St.

Call Katreen at 751-9909 for more information.

Nye Communities Coalition meeting

The Nye Communities Coalition 3 meeting, hosted by the Southern Task Force, will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at the Boys and Girls Club, 2210 Mt. Charleston (one block south of the high school on the corner of Rodeo and Mt. Charleston).

Willi Baer, retired executive director of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Las Vegas, is the scheduled speaker. She will address the issue of "strategic planning for non-profits." In addition, Loyd Platson will discuss "the grand scheme of the strategic prevention framework," and Laura Boggs will cater a Mexican food lunch.

RSVP to Cece at 727-9970 or cece@nyecc.org by Wednesday.

Saddle West to host candidates' night

The Rotary Club is sponsoring a candidates' night at 6 p.m. Thursday at the Saddle West Hotel & Casino.

Red Hatters book discussion group

The Pahrump Valley Red Hatters book discussion group will be held at 3:30 p.m. Thursday at the Pahrump Community Library, 701 East St.

Cookies, coffee and tea will be offered at this Red Hat hoot, open to all Red Hatters. There is a $1 fee with half going to the library. Bring your favorite book or listen to others discuss their favorite books.

Call Gloria Angelino at 513-8640 for more information.

Stroke support meeting

A stroke support meeting will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday at the Pahrump Senior Center, 1370 W. Basin Ave.

Call Sue LaBoda at 751-8580 for more information.

Bell ringer positions

The Salvation Army is accepting applications for bell ringer positions.

Interested parties may apply at the Salvation Army office on 2101 E. Calvada Blvd., located inside the Job Connect building Monday through Thursday.

All applicants must have transportation and a phone number in order to qualify, must be able to pass a background check, be clean-cut and well mannered, and able to work eight hours on their feet. The rate of pay is from $6 to $7 per hour.

Call for an appointment at 537-2323, ext. 224.

First Step yard sale

The First Step Club will hold a yard sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 1061 Second St.

Call 537-2357 for more information.

Crystal Valley Fire Department benefit

An open house benefit for the Crystal Valley Fire Department will be held Oct. 20, 21, 22 and Nov. 11.

Friday -- Wine tasting, 5-9 p.m.; music, drinks, 6-9 p.m.; and cook your own steak.

Saturday -- breakfast, 10-11 a.m.; cook your own steak.

Sunday -- Breakfast, 10-11 a.m., $6.

Friendship Club dinner meeting

The Pahrump Valley Friendship Singles Club will meet for dinner at 5 p.m. today at Red Sky Bar-B-Q.

Single adults are welcome to come by and enjoy wonderful food and company.

To RSVP, call Marsha at 751-9462. For general information about the club, call Marina at 727-0253.

Fall Into Style 2006

The second annual Fall Into Style 2006, presented by Dore Foskey, will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Saturday at the Pahrump Nugget.

Come and meet Pahrump Valley hair stylists, nail technicians and beauty suppliers and enjoy fashions (fashion show begins at 2:30 p.m.).

Pahrump Valley High School students have the opportunity to consult with professional hair and makeup artists, have a makeover and a photo taken for $30, which also includes the admission fee. Appointments are necessary and can be made by calling the numbers below.

General admission is $15 and $7 for children under 9. All donations benefit Nathan Adelson Hospice.

Contact Dore Foskey at 513-1552 or 751-9391 for more information.

Manse Elementary garage sale

Manse Elementary School invites the public to come to its garage sale from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the multipurpose room parking lot at 1020 E. Wilson Road.

All proceeds from the sale will go toward the purchase of picnic tables and misters for the new shade structures.

In case of inclement weather, the sale will be moved into the multipurpose room.