Photography art show

The Pahrump Arts Council will hold a reception for the installation of a photography show from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 13 at the Nye County Courthouse.

The community is invited to come to the reception and see the photography show, "Altered Landscapes," which features a signature collection of 24 contemporary landscape photos from the Nevada Museum of Art. The show will run through Dec. 13.

Call Bernie Toy at 727-9112 for more information.

Computer user group

The Pahrump Computer User Group will meet at 1 p.m. Monday at the Pahrump Moose Lodge meeting room, Second and East streets.

A new VISTA Microsoft Windows operating system will be presented. The meeting is free and open to the public.

Call Don at 727-1246 for more information.

PAC board of directors

The Pahrump Arts Council board of directors meets the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the West Care facility on Calvada Boulevard.

Board meetings are open to the public.

Financial needs workshop

Nathan Adelson Hospice, in conjunction with Nevada Federal Credit Union and Pahrump Valley Apartments, will hold a no-cost basic financial needs workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 17 in the recreation room at Pahrump Valley Apartments, 2151 Pahrump Valley Blvd., corner of Pahrump Valley Boulevard, and Calvada.

The workshop is for those who want help with budgeting and avoiding fraud and identity theft. Reservations must be made by Oct. 13 as space is limited.

To make reservations or for more information, call Tonya Brum at 751-5601.

Painting in the park

Pahrump Arts Council's "Painting in the Park-A Day at the Lake" will be held Oct. 21 at Terrible's Lakeside.

Arrive anytime after 8 a.m., paint for an hour, two or more - until dusk. Sales are allowed; bring a couple of finished pieces, with prices clearly marked.

For more information, call Jan at 751-5282.

PVHS seeks nurse's office volunteer

Pahrump Valley High School needs a volunteer as soon as possible to help in the nurse's office.

The nurse's office needs a volunteer certified in cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) trained. This volunteer would also assist in performing health aide duties.

Please contact the volunteer coordinator's office at 727-7743, ext. 258 or 259. The office is open from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday.

Like to sing?

The Pahrump Community Choir is holding weekly rehearsals at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays at Rosemary Clarke Middle School, 4201 N. Blagg.

If you like to sing, call Andrew Barnum at 751-6957 for more information.

Artists for 2007

The Pahrump Arts Council is calling all artists to participate in art shows to be held in 2007.

Artists may call Doris at 537-6136, beginning in November, for one person shows at the Senior Center; Bernie at 727-9112 for one-two person shows at the library and mixed media, open shows at the County Courthouse; and Duane at 727-6035 for mixed-media, open shows at Charleston Peak RV Park.

Pahrump Red Hat Christmas party

Tickets for the Pahrump Red Hat Christmas party to be held in the Mountain Falls dining room are now available.

Tickets are $22 each. Join the annual Red Hat extravaganza.

For tickets or information, call C.J. at 727-9385, Jeanne at 702-355-8174 or Karen at 751-5117.

Pahrump Museum needs volunteers

The Pahrump Valley Museum supports the arts in many ways and is seeking volunteers.

Call John at 751-1970 if you can help out.

Safe Place needs volunteers

Safe Place, an organization providing immediate help and support to youth in crisis, needs at least seven volunteers as soon as possible to help transport children and assist with administrative duties (filing, answering the phone, etc.).

Volunteers must have a desire to help children (Spanish speakers are welcome).

Please call the volunteer coordinators' office at 727-7743, ext. 258 or 259, from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Friday.

Environmental meetings

Public scoping meetings will be held concerning the Southern Nevada Supplemental Airport Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Ivanpah airport at the following dates and times:

Tuesday -- Jean Airport special events center, 23600 Las Vegas Blvd., in Las Vegas. Doors open at 5 p.m., public comment session, 5 to 8 p.m.

Oct. 4 -- Panos Hall (behind St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 5300 South El Camino Road in Las Vegas. Doors open at 5 p.m., public comment, 5 to 8 p.m.

Oct. 5 -- Panos Hall (behind St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, 5300 South El Camino Road in Las Vegas. Doors open at 10 a.m., public comment, 10 a.m. to noon.

Visit the project Web site at www.snvairporteis.com for more information.

Crafts and more

Please stop by the booth of Saved By Grace Lutheran Church during the Fall Festival at Petrack Park.

There will be many handmade crafts, the church cookbook and a chance to pick up a free friendship bag while they last.

Art workshop

Join Barb DeFeo and friends at 1 p.m. Wednesday afternoons for art workshops at the Comstock clubhouse.

Bring a painting, fiber arts or whatever you're working on and relax with friends while you create.

Call Barb at 727-4673 for more information.

Red Hat meeting

The next get together for the Bodacious Mad Hatters Chapter of the Red Hat Society will take place at 10 a.m. today at the Elks Lodge.

The coronation of Queen Annetta Maletich will be held.

Artist project meeting

The public is invited to help shape the direction of a new artist community project for Southern Nevada in a community architectural design meeting to be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. today at the Michael Wardle Gallery, at the Arts Factory, 107 E. Charleston Blvd., in Las Vegas.

For more information, visit www.goldwellmuseum.org.

Bird flu meeting

Questions about bird flu will be addressed at a meeting at 5 p.m. today at the community center in Tecopa.

Call Tamara Cohn at 873-7868 or 878-0231 for more information.

Nobles' Ladies lunch

The Nobles' Ladies will meet for lunch at 11:30 p.m. today at the China Wok restaurant.

Call 727-1792 for reservations.

Scotty's Danc'N Steps rehearsals

The community is invited to attend any of Scotty's Danc'N Steps rehearsals from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursdays at the studio at 830 Indole Ave.

Call Scotty at 751-8353 for more information.

NARFE meeting

The next meeting of NARFE Chapter 2276 will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday at the Pahrump Senior Center, 1370 W. Basin Ave.

George Leaks, O.D., will be the guest speaker.

Call Sid at 727-4179 for more information.

VFW September calendar

The September 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 11 a.m. every Sunday, $4 donation; and full menu lunches served by Dennis from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Dinners:

Friday -- No dinner.

All dinners are $6 and served from 4-7 p.m., unless otherwise noted.

Family to Family

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The September class schedule for Family to Family Connection, located at 160 S. Emery, is as follows:

Friday -- Child-proofing your home, 1 p.m.

Parenting class is at 3 p.m. every Wednesday. Playgroup is at noon every Thursday.

For car seat safety checks or assistance with Nevada check up applications, please call for an appointment. Call 751-5898 (se habla español) for more information.

One man art show

The Pahrump Arts Council will hold a reception for local artist Bob Olson (One Man Show) from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday at the Pahrump Community Library, 701 East St.

The community is invited to come and meet the artist and discuss his works of art.

Call Bernie Toy at 727-9112 for more information.

Stroke screening

Residents living in and around Pahrump can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke. Life Line Screening will be at the Pahrump Moose Lodge No. 808 Friday at 1100 East Second St. Appointments will begin at 9 a.m.

A Stroke is ranked as the third leading killer in the world and the second among women. Through preventive screenings, the risk of having a stroke can be greatly reduced.

Screenings are fast and painless. They involve the use of ultrasound technology and scan for potential health problems related to blocked arteries, which can lead to a stroke; aortic aneurysms, which can lead to a ruptured aorta; and hardening of leg arteries, which is a strong predictor of heart disease.

Also offered for men and women is a bone density screening to assess the risk for developing osteoporosis.

Each screening requires ten minutes or less to complete. A complete vascular screening package is $109. Sign up for a complete vascular package and include the osteoporosis screening and the cost is $129.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 1-877-237-1287. Pre-registration is required.

Cinderella Girls model workshops

Cinderella Girls will hold free model workshops from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10 and Oct. 17 at the Bob Ruud Community Center for the upcoming pageant on Oct. 20. Call Ashley at 209-4820 or 951-2932 for more information.

Movers and Shakers to meet

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. Oct. 5 at Desert Greens Clubhouse, 350 W. Wilson Ave. (next to the hospital).

Jodi Servin, M.S.W., L.S.W. from the National Parkinson Foundation, is the facilitator and consultant for the group. Dr. Eric Farbman, neurologist and movement disorder specialist with the Nevada Neuroscience Foundation in Las Vegas, is scheduled to be the guest speaker.

Anyone with Parkinson's disease, as well as their caregivers and/or family members are welcome to attend this group. It is open also to anyone with a movement disorder. Light refreshments will be served.

Call Donna or Steve Marsh at 537-1015 with questions or concerns.