Scout uniforms and equipment

Pahrump has a number of boys ages 7-16 interested in scouting but need uniforms and gear. Donations of camping equipment and uniforms are appreciated.

Pick up is available or items may be dropped at Pahrump Party Supply.

Free DVD

Faith Fellowship is offering a free copy of the DVD, "The Greatest Gamble" with Kirk Cameron and Ray Comfort to anyone who is interested.

Send requests to: Free DVD, P.O. Box 4716, Pahrump, NV 89041.

Limit of one DVD per household. Allow seven to 10 days for delivery.

Library fall reading program

Pahrump Community Library's fall reading program, "Dino Tails," began Oct. 15.

Classes are Tiny Dinos (ages 2-3), Wednesdays 9:15-9:45 a.m. (parent must accompany child); T-rex Tails (ages 4-5), Wednesdays 10-10:45 a.m.; Story Osaurus (ages 6-12), Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 p.m.; and Teens (fifth grade and up), Thursdays 3-4 p.m.

There is no fee to attend the program and no prior sign up necessary.

The program will run through Dec. 17 with no classes during the week of Thanksgiving.

Call 727-5930, ext. 21, for more information.

Adult literacy

The Pahrump Community Library has a sufficient number of literacy tutors and is ready for students.

Adults interested in getting help with reading skills, call 727-5930, ext. 19.

The service is free.

Notice to veterans

Those serving in the military from April 6, 1917 to the present have an office in Pahrump and Tonopah to take advantage of earned military benefits including: compensation, pension, education and death and burial benefits.

The Pahrump office is located in JobConnect in the Calvada Eye, Building A.

The Tonopah office is located in the Nye Regional Medical Center on Main Street.

Ken Shockley and his staff work full time to assist in doing all they can to help veterans take advantage of their earned benefits.

The hours are 8-05 p.m. at the office locations or call 537-2323.

Those unable to come to the office may get a home visit to get the ball rolling.

Toastmasters meeting change

The Pahrump Toastmasters 1970 have changed their meeting to 7 p.m., the first and third Wednesday of the month, in Room 123 of Great Basin College, 551 E. Calvada Blvd.

Call 537-2125 for more information.

West Star Ranch

The West Star Ranch Old Dog Rescue Thrift Store is open 10-3 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, 780 Manse Road.

The proceeds support the no kill rescue.

They ask the public to spay and neuter pets.

PVCAT mission statement

The PVCAT has revised its mission statement to read: "The Pahrump Valley Community Action Team ios organized to assist in planning, developing and implementing strategies that will promote Pahrump and give Pahrump a sense of community and community spirit."

The three subcommittees are Beautification Education and Public Relations.

Those interested in joining should contact Donna Lee Laduke, 800-327-5079 or Marian Maxfield, 727-3840.

Retired/senior 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 as shopping, medical appointments, etc.

RSVP reimburses volunteers 30 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 or get more information, call Jan Lindsay at 751-5282.

CPR and first aid classes

The Pahrump Valley Fire Rescue Services will hold CPR and first aid classes 6-9 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday and Wednesday of each month.

The cost is $20 each class and class size is limited.

Call 727-5658, ext. 224 to register.

Alzheimer's support group

The Alzheimer's support group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month, UNR Cooperative Extension Office, 1651 E. Calvada Blvd.

Call 702-248-2770 for more information.

SCORE

SCORE, counselors to America's small businesses, is ready to help start individual businesses and help businesses with problems.

Call SCORE, 727-9471 or Sally, 727-5800 for an appointment. The service is free.

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.

Community choir meeting

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

Anyone who likes to sing is welcome.

Call 751-6957 for more information.

Freecycle to recycle

The Internet group, www.groups.yahoo.com/group/pahrumpfreecycle is part of a national organization of message boards where members offer those things that might be used by someone else rather than throw them away.

The group is locally owned and new members are always welcome.

For more information, call Veronica at 751-9324.

SNAPS

SNAPS needs donations of pet food for our Food Share Program.

Donations can be dropped off at D ... Is for Dogs pet grooming on Calvada Boulevard at the duck pond, or 4141 W. Charleston Park Ave.

Call 751-8513 for more information.

Wal-Mart Wall of Heros

If you have a picture of someone who has served or is serving in the military, and would like a picture displayed on the south wall, bring an 8x10 photo with the first and last name, branch of service, dates of service, and phone number. Add $2 for the frame and drop all the information at the customer service desk.

This is a stand alone project not affiliated with any other project or organization. All photos taken to Wal-Mart will stay at Wal-Mart.

If you have any questions, call Denise Choyce at 727-1939.

Volunteer Homeland Reserve Unit

VHRU is an organized group of retired and former law enforcement officers with the mission of providing trained and experienced resources to public safety agencies in Nevada and, potentially, to surrounding areas.

VHRU maintains a Web site describing the mission and providing information regarding the organization, leadership, and on-going activities.

The Web site also contains an application form that can be downloaded by any former law enforcement officer who wants to become a part of the organization.

For more information log on to: www.vhru.com or call 702-610-8000.

CMA meets

The Nye County chapter of the Country Music Association will meet at 6 p.m. Dec. 11 in the home of Dorothy Oriondo, 2200 W. Basin Ave., just west of Leslie Street.

Anyone interested in country music is welcome.

Call 537-0760 or 764-0006 for more information.

Republican Central Committee

The Nye County Republican Central Committee will have their quarterly meeting at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 6 in the large meeting room of the Pahrump Community Library.

Focus on food for the holidays

The Family Resource Center provided Thanksgiving dinner for a total of 1144 persons and are expecting twice that number to request Christmas dinner.

Their focus is food for Christmas and most of the available funds in the Christmas account will go toward the purchase of hams, turkeys and other components of the Christmas meal.

Toys will be distributed as they become available through Toys for Tots.

They welcome all donations and food contributions and are encouraging community members to adopt one of the families registered with the organization for the holiday.

Call 727-3885 for more information.

Friends of the Library

Pahrump Friends of the Library will have a monthly meeting at 9:15 a.m. Dec. 6 in the conference room of the Pahrump Community Library.

John Salacan will speak on book binding, restoration and history.

Call Edward Underhill, 727-9823, for more information.

Christmas Bazaar

Saved by Grace Church will have a Christmas Bazaar 8-5 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6 at 1481 E. Gamebird Road at Money Street.

Items will be reasonably priced for stocking stuffers, decorations, trees, gifts, hand-crafted items, small furniture and baked goods.

Call 751-5754 for more information.

Fish fry

Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church will have a fish fry 4-7 p.m. Dec. 5 in the parish hall, 781 E. Gamebird Road.

The menu includes baked or fried fish dinners with fries and coleslaw for $7, children under 10, $3.50.

Fish taco dinners including fries and two tacos for $6; fish tacos, $2; clam chowder, $2; hot dog and fries, $3; desserts $1 and punch or coffee is free. Beer, wine and soda are available for purchase.

RCMS testing schedule

Rosemary Clarke Middle School will adhere to the following test schedule for students.

It is important that students be in school on these dates, schedule other appointments accordingly.

Jan. 27-28 -- Terra Nova, seventh grade only;

Jan. 29 -- N.A.E.P., eighth grade only;

Feb. 18-23 -- Writing proficiency, eighth grade only;

Feb. 25 -- Nevada CRT, science, eighth grade only;

Feb. 26-27 -- Science make up for eighth grade only;

March 3 -- Math, sixth grade;

March 4 -- Math, seventh grade;

March 5 -- Math, eighth grade;

March 4-9 -- Math make up for grades 6-8;

March 10 -- Reading, sixth grade;

March 11 -- Reading, seventh grade;

March 12 -- Reading, eighth grade and

March 11-16 -- Reading make up for grades 6-8.

PAVED meets

The Pahrump Alliance for Valley Economic Development will meet at 5 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

The guest speaker will be a representative from 1st International Bank.

Call 537-2323 for more information.

Aircraft Association meets

The Experimental Aircraft Association chapter 1160 will meet at 1 p.m. Dec. 6 in Phil Shallenberger's hangar, corner of Helicopter Road and Jet Place.

The program will feature a talk by David Potter of Black Mountain Avionics on aircraft avionics.

Anyone interested in aircraft is invited to attend.

Call 537-1097 for more information.

Gift wrapping booth

The Salvation Army and the Pahrump Kiwanis Club will host a gift wrapping booth Dec. 11-24 at Wal-Mart.

Holiday food baskets

Nevada Outreach Training Organization is accepting applications for Christmas food baskets and Christmas toys/gifts for children.

Application hours are 10 a.m.-noon, Tuesday-Thursday, through Dec. 11, in the offices at 621 S. Blagg Road.

Applicants must qualify under the USDA income guidelines and present picture ID, proof of current address, and proof of total income.

Christmas food can be picked up at the Family Resource Center on Dec. 17, 18 and 19.

Call NOTO, 751-1118 for more information.

Laureate Omicron

The Laureate Omicron chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will meet at 1:30 p.m. Dec. 8 in the home of Cynthia Sepulveda who will present the cultural program "The Power of a Query, Recipe for Friendship."

Philanthropic projects will include flower centerpieces for Evergreen Nursing Home, food donations for No to Abuse, a crocheted afghan for the senior center and donations for Toys for Tots.

Call Betty, 751-9689, for more information.

Toys for Tots

Toys for Tots season is through Dec. 20.

Help to give a needy child a merry Christmas by making a donation or cash contribution.

Collection boxes are at Wal-Mart and many other businesses.

The Toys for Tots headquarters is located at 2050 N. Highway 160, Unit 700.

Donations can be mailed to Toys for Tots, P.O. Box 2869, Pahrump, NV 89041.

Volunteers are need to help sort and inventory toy donations and various other tasks.

The "Toys for Tots" trailer will be set up Dec. 7 and 17 at Wal-Mart for toy donations.

Call coordinator Dorothy Ryans at 764-2000 to help.

Marie Callender's pies

The Cinderella Girls will be taking orders for Marie Callender's pies for Christmas until Dec. 18.

Pick up will be 1-3 p.m. Dec. 23 in the Wal-Mart parking lot.

Call 751-2932 to order.

Koats for Kids

Mankin's Allstate is hosting the third annual Koats for Kids drive.

Over the last three years, 1,500 coats have been collected and distributed through No To Abuse.

The collection point is the office, 1271 S. Highway 160.

Family to Family Calendar

The schedule for Family to Family Connection for December.

Dec. 5 -- Food safety, 1-3 p.m.

Dec. 8 -- Family vehicle safety class, 10 a.m., Engish, call to register.

Dec. 9 -- Vaccinations: Separating Facts from Myth, 1 p.m.

Dec. 10 -- Infant/Child CPR, 1 p.m., call to register.

Dec. 12 -- NEIS Explore and Learn playgroup, 11 a.m.

Dec. 15 -- Scrapbooking, 1-3 p.m.

Dec. 16 -- Teen parenting in collaboration with WIC, 2 p.m.

Dec. 17 -- food pantry in Amargosa at the Senior Center.

Dec. 19 -- Office will close, 12:30 p.m.

Dec. 22 -- Car seat check, call for appointment.

Dec. 23 -- Holiday craft 11 a.m.-noon.

Dec. 24 -- office closes at noon.

Dec. 25 and 26 -- Office closed

Dec. 29 -- Energy Assistance program application help.

Dec. 31 -- closed.

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

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

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

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

'Light Up a Life'

Nathan Adelson Hospice invites the community to their "Light Up a Life" candlelight memorial service in honor and remembrance of loved ones at 6 p.m. Dec. 8 in the Desert Greens Clubhouse, 350 W. Wilson Road.

Call Nathan Adelson Hospice, 751-6700, for more information.

Volunteer for SCORE

All active or retired business people are encouraged to share their knowledge and experience by being a volunteer SCORE counselor.

Sponsored by the Small Business Administration, SCORE provides free consultations to all who want to start a business. SCORE will provide training for volunteers.

Call Sally at the Pahrump Valley Chamber of Commerce, 727-5800 or SCORE, 727-9471 to volunteer.

Power wheelchairs

Miracle on Wheels makes available electric power wheelchairs to non-ambulatory senior citizens 65 and older and the permanently disabled of any age, if they qualify.

Electric wheelchairs are provided to those who cannot walk and also cannot operate a manual wheelchair sufficiently or safely enough to care for themselves in their residence.

Call 1-800-749-8778 or visit www.laspanmedical.com for more information.

Donation presentation

The Pahrump Elks Lodge will make a presentation of $500 each to representatives of Nathan Adelson Hospice, Disabled American Veterans and Toys for Tots-Teens at 6 p.m. Dec. 13 in the lodge, 2280 E. Basin Ave.

In addition, the Dust Devil organization will present another $1,000 to the representative from Nathan Adelson.

Call 751-2796 for more information.

DAV Christmas dinner

The Disabled American Veterans will hold their Christmas dinner at 6 p.m. Dec. 13 in the VFW on Homestead Road.

All veterans and their families are invited.

Fried chicken will be served with potluck side dishes.

There will be a raffle for door prizes and a drawing for the veteran's bandana quilt will be held.

Call 751-1528 for more information.

Introduction to Ham Radio

The Southern Nye County Amateur Radio Emergency Services will offer an introduction to Ham Radio class in preparation for the licensing test at 8 a.m. Jan. 17 in the offices, 1510 Siri Lane.

The class is for the technician license only. To take the test, which will follow the class, bring a photo ID or two non-photo IDs and $15. The test will begin at 1 p.m.

Call 727-9524 or 513-8632 for study materials and more information.

Men's golf club

The Pahrump Valley Men's Golf Club meets at 8 a.m. each Wednesday at Willow Creek Golf Course.

To join, just show up at the meeting.

Call 751-5735 for more information.

VA van

A van is available to veterans needing transportation to the Veterans Administration Clinic in Pahrump.

The van operates 8-1 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Call Bob, 751-6126 or Kyler, 727-9752 to be a volunteer driver or for more information.

Foundation volunteers

The Amanda Faye Brown Nevada Chapter of Melanoma Education Foundation is currently recruiting volunteers to get the word out on melanoma and skin cancer awareness.

Anyone interested in helping deliver amandasmessage.com to area schools and churches please contact Michael, 702-743-1346, or Marie, 209-5088.

Grief support group

Nathan Adelson Hospice is sponsoring an Adult Grief Support Group for those grieving the loss of a loved one at 4 p.m. on Wednesdays in the office, 1480 E. Calvada Blvd., Suite 900.

Call 751-6700 for more information.

The meetings in November and December will focus on the challenges of getting through the holidays and discussing ways of coping with the holiday season.

Lessons and carols service

There will be a lessons and carols service at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 21 at St. Martin's in the Desert Episcopal Church, 631 W. Irene Street.

Call 537-1115 for more information.

AGLOW meets

AGLOW, the interdenominational international Christian Women's Organization, will meet at 9:30 a.m. Dec. 20 at the Rock Vineyard Church next to Smith's Food and Drug.

The guest speaker will be Linda DeMeo. This will be the Christmas potluck brunch. Childcare is provided. Call 727-5181 for more information.

Kiwanis coat drive

The Pahrump Kiwanis Club is sponsoring a coat drive through Dec. 31.

Coats can be dropped off at Allstate Insurance and American Family Insurance.

Host a student

The NWS Peace program, a nonprofit and CSIET-approved program, is seeking families to host a high school student from Ecuador, Turkey, Brazil, Vietnam, Belgium, Finland and other countries for the 2009 school year.

Students are 15-18 years old, are pre-screened, speak English, have medical insurance and spending money for clothes, school supplies and entertainment.

Host families are not paid but may be able to claim a $50-per-month tax deduction for charitable contributions.

Students require a bed, meals and a caring family.

Early placement is key and students must be matched with a family by July 1.

Call 866-846-3977 or visit www.nw-services.com for more information.

DAR meets

The Pahrump Springs chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at 10 a.m. Dec. 10 in the Pahrump Community Library.

Jewell Burton-Avery, DAR state museum chairman, will present a CD program titled "Something Old, Something New." This is a look at wedding dresses and the evolution of customs surrounding the wedding day.

A Christmas potluck luncheon will follow the meeting.

Anyone interested in the program or who would like information is welcome.

Call 727-9297 for more information.

Children's Christmas Program

The Children's Sunday School Christmas Program for Pahrump United Methodist Church will be at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 in the church, 1300 E. Highway 372.

There will be birthday cake for Jesus following the play.

The public is invited.

Call 727-6767 for more information.

Santa, food and toys

Oasis Outreach Motorcycle will sponsor a food and toy distribution on Dec. 21 at Wal-Mart. Santa will be there. Call 727-7227 for information.

VFW in December

The VFW hosts a swap meet the second and fourth Saturday of each month 7-3 p.m. on the VFW grounds. Reservations for a spot are $7 if you bring your own table and $10 if you rent one from the VFW.

There is free parking and the Snacks by Hilda will serve up the hotdogs and chips for $1.50. Call 727-6072 for information.

The third Saturday at 11 a.m., VFW Ladies Auxiliary at 1 p.m.

Monday -- house committee meets, noon;

Tuesday -- DAV/Auxiliary, 6-7 p.m.

Wednesday -- poker, noon;

Thursday -- VA meeting, 9 a.m.; American Legion Riders, 6-7 p.m.; American Legion and Auxiliary, 6-7 p.m.;

Friday -- dinner, 5-7 p.m. Cost is $6 or $7. Check the menu at 727-6072.

Saturday -- darts;

Sunday -- breakfast, 8-11 a.m.;

Dec. 13 -- Christmas dinner, 5-7 p.m.; MOC/MOCA, 11 a.m.; VFW Auxiliary, 1 p.m.;

Dec. 24 -- Eggnog Party;

Dec. 25 -- Closed.

For memorial services, call Kenny at 727-6072 for more information.

NDOT sign support

The Nevada Department of Transportation will be installing sign supports for the service clubs and churches of Pahrump.

All of those organizations interested in the programs should contact the Pahrump Valley Chamber of Commerce to complete an application.

The chamber will determine which organizations meet the criteria.

Qualified groups will receive two sign blanks to be printed/completed at their expense.

Call 727-5800 or contact Kent Sears, NDOT Traffic Office in Las Vegas, 702-385-6500.

Pet adoptions

The Nye County Animal Shelter will hold pet adoptions 10-2 p.m. every Saturday at Hollywood Video, 240 S. Highway 160.

Due to the increase in animals at the Nye County Animal Shelter and the expenses in caring for them, the fees will increase.

The fees for adopting a dog are $85 and the fees for adopting a cat or kitten are $55.

Fees include spay/neuter, vaccination, rabies shot, a bag of food and one-year county license.

Call 751-7020 for more information.

Jobs for 55 and older

The AARP Foundation/SCSEP has part-time, temporary positions for persons 55 and older who are getting back into the job market.

Registration is at JobConnect, 2101 Calvada Blvd. Ask for the AARP Foundation enrollment coordinator or call 537-2323.

Legal services

The Family Resource Center has partnered with Nevada Legal Services to provide low income residents with a virtual attorney service.

At the Family Resource Center office, personal meetings to speak to an attorney regarding civil issues is available.

All necessary forms and assistance in completing them is provided by Nevada Legal Services attorneys.

Call Maria, 751-1118 for more information.