Nursing classes information

Great Basin College will hold an informational session for Registered Nurses interested in obtaining a Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN) degree.

Students interested in learning about the requirements for obtaining an associate of applied science degree and becoming a registered nurse are also invited to attend.

Faculty from the Great Basin College RN-BSN Program will discuss that program and the future delivery of GBC's associate of applied science degree in nursing to the Nye County public.

Sessions will be held on Sept. 18 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. and again on Sept. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon. Both sessions will be held on the Great Basin College campus, 551 East Calvada Blvd, Room 123.

Council of the Blind meeting

Decreased vision could indicate becoming visually impaired.

The Pahrump Valley Chapter of the Nevada Council of the Blind will hold a monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Pahrump Senior Center, 1379 W. Basin.

All interested parties are invited to attend.

The meeting will include a discussion on assistance services that restaurants, schools and public meetings should provide for the visually impaired as mandated by the American Disabilities Act.

For more information call Jim Kvool, 751-5730.

Annual $10k dinner

The Rotary Club of Pahrump Valley will holds it annual $10,000 fundraiser dinner Saturday at the Terrible's Lakeside amphitheater.

Tickets cost $125 for a chance at the $10,000 prize. They include two gala dinner tickets. A no-host bar begins at 5 p.m., dinner starts at 6 p.m. Entertainment is scheduled at 7 p.m., a Polynesian revue.

The event is a major fundraiser for Rotary Club projects, including money given to Pahrump Valley High School youth programs. The Rotary Club needs to sell all 300 tickets.

Anyone who wants tickets can contact any Rotarian or buy tickets at One-Hour Martinizing, 1050 S. Dandelion Street. If anyone has questions they may call Dan Rodriguez at 910-9574.

The prize winner will be announced 8:30 p.m. There will be prizes offered from a big screen television to a barbecue grill.

Thank you

On behalf of B. J. Hetrick-Irwin and the Nevada Silver Tappers, we would like to thank the Town Board, Dave Richards and Kari Frilot for the honor of being named "Ambassadors of Pahrump".

We will continue to support our community and our fellowman as true ambassadors.

DAR schedules regular meeting

The Pahrump Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be holding a regular monthly meeting at the Pahrump Community Library at 10 a.m. Sept. 12.

Marilyn Stack will present a program on the history of quilt making.

The DAR Museum quilt collection will be presented by Julia Burton Avery.

Anyone interested in attending is welcome.

For more information, call Jerri Smith 727-1650.

Radio/electronic swap meet

Talk in frequency 146.85-PL 173.8.

Swap meet scheduled from 8 a.m. to noon Sept. 15 in the parking lot next to Ace Hardware, 1161 S, Loop Road.

For more information call K2QGT, 751-9300.

Community choir meeting

The Pahrump Community Choir meets from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. each Wed. at the Rosemary Clarke Middle School music room.

Anyone who likes to sing is welcome. Call 751-6957 for more information.

Wine and cheese reception

The Pahrump Arts Council is holding a wine and cheese reception open to the public.

The event will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sept. 14 at the Charleston Peak RV Resort Clubhouse located at 3810 Winery Road #2, adjacent to the PV Winery.

The current gallery provides a colorful backdrop for the event to honor PAC artists and galleries which include: Nye County Courthouse, PV Library and PV Senior Center. Additionally, PAC offers the Artist in Residence demonstrations and Art for Young People classes.

It promises to be a vibrant mix of artists and art-minded leaders who keep Pahrump focused on the visual arts.

There is no charge for this event, donations are accepted.

For more information contact the PAC office at 751-6776.

Family to Family Sept. calendar

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

Sept. 13--Nevada Early Intervention Services explore and learn play group 11 a.m.

Sept. 18--Teen Parenting Class 2 - 4 p.m.

Sept. 20 --Family vehicle safety class 3:45 p.m. Registration is required and there is a fee.

Sept. 21--Infant and child CPR 1 p.m. Registration is required.

Sept. 24--Family vehicle safety class 1 p.m.; Spanish only. Registration is required and there is a fee.

Sept. 28--Nevada Early Intervention Services explore and learn play group. 11 a.m.

The Back to Basics Parenting class is at 3 p.m. every Wednesday (parents with children birth to 5 years old).

Play group is at 1 p.m. every Thursday.

Resource Lending Library is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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.

Retired/senior volunteer program

The Nevada Rural Counties Retired and Senior Volunteers need help.

This program enables the elderly to stay in their homes by assisting with daily maintenance such ash shopping, medical appointments, etc.

RSVP reimburses volunteers twenty-four cents per mile up to $20 per month and carries worker's compensation and excess auto liability on all volunteers.

Additionally, volunteers receive training, annual seminar education and appreciation award dinners.

To volunteer, call Jan Lindsay at 751-5282.

Elks soccer shoot

Pahrump Elks Lodge #2796 is conducting a soccer shoot with registration starting at 8 a.m. Sept. 22 at Honeysuckle Park.

The competition is open to boys and girls 13 years of age and under. The child's birthday should have occured by Aug. 1.

A trophy will be awarded to the winners of each age group during the Elks youth awards banquet next May.

Participants should bring proof of age, such as a birth certificate or passport in order to register.

Contact Dennis London, 751-2796 for information.

Senior tap classes

The Nevada Silver Tappers are starting new dance classes this month.

It's great exercise, camaraderie and fun; and an opportunity to assist in providing support to seniors, the less fortunate and nonprofit organizations throughout the community.

Call 727-7011 or 751-0593 for more information.

Sneaker Sunday

Saved by Grace Lutheran Church announces "Sneaker Sunday" (wear jeans and sneakers).

It is rally day, back to Sunday School and worship.

The traditional service will be at 10 a.m., Sept. 16, and 11 a.m. will be a contemporary service featuring "Grateful" from Las Vegas.

For more information call 751-2835.

Caregiver training

Nathan Adelson Hospice is providing a two-day workshop to teach individuals caregiving in a home/hospice or health care/nursing home environment. The special training class is scheduled for 8:30 a.m., Sept. 17 and 18.

The 16 hours of training is free. Participants will receive a certificate of attendance.

Space is limited. Reservations must be made no later than Sept. 13.

The workshop will be held in the conference room at Nathan Adelson Hospice, 1480 E. Calvada Blvd., Suite 900.

For more information call Tonya Brum at 751-5601.

Host families/ reps needed

Into Edventures is currently looking for host families in the local area to host a foreign exchange student. These young ambassadors are all between the ages of 15 and 18 years of age and all speak English.

Student profiles will begin arriving in January for students from a variety of countries. They come with their own medical insurance and spending money.

Into Edventures is also looking for individuals to work as area representatives. Reps are needed to find host families and work with students and their families during placement. Individuals must enjoy teenagers and have good communication skills.

Call Donna Rodrock, Regional Manager, at 1-877-4868 if you are interested in opening your heart and home to one of these special teenagers, or if you want more information on becoming an area representative.

Poetry jam

Poetry and coffee at Lois Layne's Deli is an ongoing poetry series and will meet from 10 a.m. to noon, Sept. 15.

Readings from the great poets alternate with open mike.

Call 537-2111 for more information.

Lois Layne's is located just off 160 at Basin Road across from Petrack Park.

Rummage sale

Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church is having a rummage sale 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sept. 14, and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 15., 781 E. Gamebird Road.

Donations are being accepted 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 11 - 13 at the Church.

For more information call 727-4044.

Beta Sigma Phi meeting

The Beta Xi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will meet at Karo's house at 6 p.m. Wed. Sept 19.

Karo will also be giving the Cultural Program.

All Beta Sigma Phi Degrees are welcome.

For more information on joining Beta Xi please call Jennifer at 775-304-1895.

Kiwanis week

Kiwanis Week kicks off at Saddle West Casino at 4:30 p.m., Sept. 15. with an open bar and hors d'oeuvres.

All points on player cards will be matched and donated to the Kiwanis.

For more information call Kathleen at 751-5229, or Marianne at 209-3752.

Film Festival

The Pahrump Arts Council will present the High Desert Shorts International Film Festival Sept. 27-30 at the Pahrump Nugget.

The film festival features short films and documentaries with related activities, awards and discussions.

Thursday, Sept. 27: VIP tickets for a film viewing bus trip from Nugget to Winery & back with entertainment at the Winery and a Dinner Mystery Theatre at the Pahrump Nugget $75. Dinner Mystery Theatre $35.

Film Competition Friday evening, Saturday, Sept. 28, and afternoon on Sept. 29.

Winners Showcase and Animated Shorts on Sunday afternoon.

Tickets are available the at Chamber of Commerce weekdays only, PAC office on Monday and Thursday 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. or at the door of the Events Center in the Pahrump Nugget before each event.

Cost is $5 for each event. Contact PAC at 751-6776.

Cinderella Pageant workshops

Free modeling workshops will be offered from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 13, at the Bob Ruud Community Center in Room B.

The Nye County Cinderella Pageant is Sept. 21, and is open to all ages 0 - 26 years for girls and 0 to 6 years for boys.

Call Ashley DiToto at 751-2932 or 209-6111 for more information.