Library calendar

Free computer instruction is available for beginning-level computer users Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Sign-up in person available at the library.

Classes are: "Basic Computer," "Beyond Basics," "Advanced Basics," and "Genealogy." Check at the library for dates and times.

Shakespeare Made Simple will be held 10 a.m.-noon the 3rd Saturday of each month, Tuesdays 4-6 p.m., is Shakespeare Readers' Theatre. Both are free and open to all ages.

Beginning Aug. 4 through Aug. 30, the library will be accepting new school supplies for the Annual School Supply Drive. All items collected will be distributed by Pahrump area schools. Help support our valley's students.

Movie Day will be Saturday, Aug. 23. The feature is "Nim's Island" (rated PG). Admission is free.

Blood drive

The Pahrump Valley Cruisers will hold a blood drive 4-8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 5 and 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 6 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

For an appointment, go to www.bloodhero.com or call United Blood Services, 562-2166.

There will be a free T-shirt for every donor.

Friends of the Library meet

The Friends of the Pahrump Library will hold a meeting at 9:15 a.m. Sept. 6 in the library.

The guest speaker will be Gail Martin, renowned author of Christian novels.

Ice cream social

Nevada Outreach Training Organization and No To Abuse will have an ice cream social 1-3 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 7 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Ice cream with sprinkles for everyone and door prizes awarded to a winning ticket.

The event is free to all Pahrump citizens as a way of saying thank you for your support of our organization.

Call 751-1118 for more information.

7th annual Car and Truck Show

Tumbleweed Tavern and Horizon Markets will sponsor the 7th annual Car and Truck Show Sept. 13.

Last minute registration begins at 8 a.m.

There will be oldies music with a live DJ, raffles, vehicle judging and an awards presentation.

Anyone interested in a vendor booth or early car registration should call 727-4100 in advance.

The event benefits First Choice Pregnancy Center Education Program.

P.O.S.S. Schedule

The Pahrump Open Schooling Show dates are:

Sept. 13, 6 p.m. and Oct. 25, 9 a.m.

Shows are held Saturdays at McCullough Arena.

Awards will go to first place, ribbons will go to 1st through 5th.

High point for the day will be awarded and youth high point at year-end. PAC and OCAP approved.

Call Alice Rossington, 751-0911 or e-mail ajgr@air-internet.com for more information.

Pahrump Film Festival

The 2nd annual Pahrump Film Festival will be held Sept. 6 at Red Sky BBQ.

Two new movies will premiere: "Demon Haunt" by Ted V. Mikels and "Dorks on the Moon" by Harvey Caplan.

For more information, go to www.pahrumpfilmfestival.org.

Church yard sale

Faith Fellowship is holding a yard sale to dispose of surplus furniture, bookcases, cabinets and other donated items.

The sale will be 8 a.m.-noon Aug. 23, 2311 W. Basin Ave., just off of Leslie Street.

Call 727-9183 for more information.

Masonic family day

The Masons will have a family get-together at 5 p.m. Aug. 23 at the Masonic Temple, 281 E. Gemini Drive.

All Masons and their families are invited.

The lodge will furnish hamburgers and hotdogs. Drinks will be available for a small fee. Donations will be accepted.

There will be time for fellowship, jokes and conversation. Let's wind down the summer together.

Fall Festival entry forms

The entry forms for open goat, poultry, reptile, the dog fashion show and stuffed toy parade along with general rules and regulations my be picked up at the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Office, 1651 E. Calvada Blvd.,

For more information call Debby Woodland, 727-5532 or e-mail woodlandd@unce.unr.edu.

The deadline for entries is Sept. 1.

Religious education

Our Lady of the Valley Roman Catholic Church has begun registration for Youth Faith Formation.

Registration continues 9 a.m.-noon, Monday through Friday, at the office, 781 E. Gamebird Road, until Sept. 14.

Call 727-4044 for more information.

Hafen Elementary registration

Hafen Elementary will be registering students everyday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Parents should bring up to date shot records, birth certificate, proof of residence (electric bill, mortgage receipt, etc.), any custody papers pertaining to the student and parent photo ID. Students entering kindergarten must be 5 years old before September 30, 2008.

Hafen Elementary open house

New Student/Parent orientation will be 6- 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20 in the multi-purpose room.

Class lists will be posted on the outside window on Friday, Aug. 22.

Open House will be 6-7 p.m. Sept. 10

For more information, contact the office at 751-4688.

Family to Family Calendar

The schedule for Family to Family Connection for August is as follows:

Aug. 22 -- Nevada Early Intervention Explore and Learn playgroup, 11 a.m.

Aug. 25 -- Baby Signs, 1-2 p.m.

Aug. 29 -- Infant and Child CPR, 1 p.m.

Wednesdays -- Nurturing Parent class, 1 p.m.

Thursdays -- Mommy and me play group, 1 p.m.

The resource lending library is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Call 751-5898 for more information and to set appointments or register for classes.

Missed economic stimulus package

During the Federal Income Tax season, the Pahrump Tax Aid group offered free tax service to people of the community.

They have been advised that many persons in the Pahrump area are eligible for the ESP, but have not filed.

The Pahrump Tax Aides will offer services to correct this on the last two Fridays of August (22, 29) and Sept. 5 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Call Fern Payne, 727-4258, for more information.

PAC general meeting

The Pahrump Arts Council will hold a general membership meeting 9:30 a.m.-noon Aug. 23 at the Pahrump Community Library.

There is a lot of news and a chance to meet the new members and committee coordinators as well as the new board.

Bring a piece of artwork for "show and tell."

Refreshments will be served.

Call 751-6776 for more information.

Giant Pumpkin Contest

The UNCE Master Gardeners will accept contest registration for the Pahrump Fall Festival "Giant Pumpkin Contest" until 5 p.m. Aug. 29.

Weigh-in will be Sept. 24.

Call 727-5532 for more information.

Dress-up tea party

Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church will hold a dress-up tea party for young girls ages 5-12.

The party is 2-5 p.m. Aug. 30 at the church, 1300 E. Highway 372.

Hats, fancy dresses, jewelry, gloves, shoes and other accessories will be provided for the girls to use.

A craft project and a manners lesson is on the agenda.

Seating is limited and reservations must be made by Aug. 27.

Call 727-6767 for more information and reservations.

Rummage sale

Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church will hold a 5th Saturday rummage sale 8 a.m.-noon Aug. 30 at the church, 1300 E. Highway 372 in the RC building.

Call 727-6767 for more information.

Fifth Sunday Sing

Fifth Sunday Sing sponsored by Church of the Harvest will be at 6 p.m. Aug. 31 at the Bob Ruud Community Center, corner of Highway 160 and Basin.

Call Delores Joyner, Church of the Harvest, 537-0396, for more information.

PAC Evening of Wine

The Pahrump Arts Council will hold the 2nd annual Evening of Wine 7-10 p.m. Sept. 4 at the Charleston Peak RV Park clubhouse at the winery.

The event is in honor of the artists whose work is on display in the gallery.

The public is invited.

Call 751-6776 for more information.

NOTO needs volunteers

The Nevada Outreach Training Organization needs volunteers for the following positions: Intake Clerk/Receptionist and Food Pantry Worker.

Applicants for Intake Clerk/Receptionist must have excellent people skills, phone skills, be able to write legibly, maintain phone logs and complete forms accurately and completely.

Applicants for Food Pantry Worker must be able to assist with inventories, read food labels and expiration dates, physically be able to stoop, bend and stretch and carry 25-30 pounds for short distances. The ability to operate a hand truck or dolly for heavier loads is necessary and monthly travel to Beatty, Tonopah, Amargosa Valley and other Nye County locations may be required.

NOTO is also in need of seasonal help to package food baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas and "elves" to assist with Toys for Tots which is being coordinated by the Pahrump Family Resource Center this year.

For more information, call Lee Gale, 751-1118 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., on Monday or Wednesday only, or stop by the office, 621 S. Blagg Road.

Art in the Park 2008

The event dates for Art in the Park are 9-5 p.m. Oct. 4 and 5.

For more information go to artinthepark.org.

Pahrump Computer Users

The Pahrump Computer Users group meets at 1 p.m. Sept. 15 in the large conference room of the Pahrump Community Library.

This month's program will be "Building a Web site from scratch" in a step-by-step presentation by Mike Erwin.

The meeting schedule for October will be 1 p.m. Oct. 13 and the schedule for November will be 1 p.m. Nov. 3. Please note the changes.

The meeting is free and open to the public.

E-mail questions to don@dnorvell.com in advance of the meeting to have them addressed.

Military soldiers and families

"The Ladies Network: Making a Difference," would like to meet U.S. military active soldiers and their families, to find out more about supporting the troops.

The meeting starts with refreshments at 4 p.m. every second and fourth Thursday of each month at the Pahrump Community Library, 701 East St.

For reservations call 775-727-4682 or 537-2068. Leave a message.