Disabled American Vets

The Disabled American Vets will hold the monthly Friday Dinner from 5-7 p.m., Jan. 4 at the VFW Hall on Homestead Road.

Chicken soup, salad and cookies will be available for $6 per person.

Everyone is invited and the proceeds go to aid the community's disabled vets.

Call 751-2350 for more information.

4-H horse group

The 4-H Mounted Horse Games group will have their first meeting on Jan. 5.

Join 4-H to have fun and meet new friends.

Call Debby at 727-5532 for more information.

Library calendar

The Pahrump Community Library is located at 701 East Street, and is hosting the following events in December:

Computer classes for beginning level users are Monday-Wednesday. Sign-up at the library only.

Tuesday classes are Little pups (ages 2-3), 9:15-9:45 a.m.; Red pups (ages 4-5), 10-10:45 a.m.; Big red (ages 5-12 and Kindergarten), 3:30-4:30 p.m.

The Pahrump Community Library offers home bound delivery service for anyone who is unable to visit the library.

Call 727-5930 ext. 12 for more information.

Wednesday is craft class (5th grade and up), 3:15-4:15 p.m.

Call 727-5930 for more information.

ARES Ham Radio class

The Amateur Radio Emergency Services is offering an introduction to Ham Radio via a ham cram class being offered starting at 8 a.m., Jan. 19, 1510 Siri Lane.

The class is for technician license only. A photo ID or two non-photo forms of identification and $14 to take the test, which begins at 1 p.m., are required.

Bring a lunch as a lunch break will occur around noon.

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

Beta Xi meeting

The regular meeting of Beta Xi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will be at 6 p.m., Jan. 9 in the home of Lilia.

Stella will present the cultural program.

Please call Karo at 727-0680 for more information.

Church grand opening

Central Valley Baptist Church would like to invite the public to the official grand opening celebration on Sunday, Jan. 6 at 3170 S. Blagg Road.

Devotion begins at 9 a.m., adult Sunday school at 9:45 a.m., morning service at 11 a.m., and children's Sunday school at 11:30 a.m.

A barbecue and music will follow the services.

Sunday evening services will begin at 6 p.m., Jan. 13 and Wednesday evening bible study will be at 6:30 p.m.

The last Wednesday of the month will be popcorn and a movie.

Central Valley Baptist Church is an English speaking mission from the First Southern Baptist Church. The location was formerly a Spanish mission, Templo Bautista.

Bible study

Streams in the Desert Christian Bookstore will hold a bible study class at 6:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 6 at the bookstore, 421 S. Frontage Road.

Call 751-6988 for more information.

Benefit spaghetti dinner

There will be a benefit dinner for Daniel Murphy from 5-8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 17 at J.G. Johnson.

Daniel was in a quad accident over Thanksgiving weekend and was in a coma and ICU for three weeks. He was then moved into a rehab center.

Proceeds from the dinner will go to the Murphy family to help with medical expenses.

Dinner will include spaghetti, garlic bread and dessert.

A cake auction will take place during dinner.

The cost for the dinner is free but donations will be gratefully accepted.

Call 751-2072 for more information.

Hospice cell phone collection program

Nathan Adelson Hospice is still working with Collective Good collecting unused cell phones to raise funds and to save the environment. This ongoing project is being reignited for 2008 with the hopes of clearing everyone's closets and dresser drawers of old cell phones.

Drop off places for cell phones have been identified and collection boxes put in place for the convenience of everyone looking for a way of disposing unwanted, out-of-date cell phones. Community partners are Pahrump Valley Chamber of Commerce, CC's Beauty Zone, Charleston Peak RV Park at the Winery, Wells Fargo Bank, Martinizing Dry Cleaners, Nevada Federal Credit Union, Valley Electric, The Wine Cellar and Nathan Adelson Hospice.

For more information about recycling old cell phones, call Tonya Brum, event/community relations coordinator for Nathan Adelson Hospice at 751-5601.

Babies in need

Stitches From the Heart needs volunteers to knit, crochet or quilt blankets, little sweaters and hats for babies in need.

These items are donated to hospitals all over the country. Donated yarn is desperately needed for seniors and children's knitting programs.

Contact Kathy Silverton at 1-866-472-6903 or email StitchFromHeart@aol.com to volunteer or for more information.

Free drug tests

Teen Care provides free drug tests for the children of concerned parents and guardians.

The test detects marijuana, cocaine, meth, opiates, amphetamines and more. All services are free and confidential. Teen Care provides Christian help for teens involved with drugs or alcohol.

Appointments are available Monday through Saturday. Call 727-9911 for more information.

Family to Family

Calendar

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

Jan. 8 -- Tips for health and safety in the home, 1 p.m.

Jan. 11 -- Early intervention explore and learn play group, 11 a.m.

Jan. 15 -- Teen parenting in collaboration with WIC, 2 p.m.

Jan. 17 -- Vehicle safety class, 3:45 p.m., registration required.

Jan. 18 -- Foster parent support group, 1 p.m.

Jan. 21 -- Closed for Martin Luther King Day.

Jan. 22 -- Infant and child CPR, 1 p.m., registration required.

Jan. 25 -- Early intervention explore and learn play group, 11 a.m.

Jan. 29 -- Ages to stages developmental screening. Call for appointment.

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- 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.

Building Code training

There will be a training class for anyone who uses International Building Code, 8 a.m. to noon, Jan. 11 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

This will be training to transition from the 1997 IBC to the new 2008 IBC.

Contractors, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Plan Checkers, Building Inspectors and Design Professionals should plan to attend.

The class will be presented by Charles Abbot Associates.

Call 775-751-3773 for more information.

Senior Center elections

The Pahrump Senior Center will be holding their Board of Trustees elections in January of 2008.

If you are interested in becoming a board member, send a letter of intent to Pahrump Senior Center, 1370 W. Basin Ave., Pahrump, NV 89060, or fax it to 751-6831.

Spay, neuter clinic

The Nye County Animal Shelter offers a low-cost spay and neuter clinic, which is not based on income and is open to everyone.

The only criteria which must be met is dogs must be current on vaccines and owners must provide proof of shots at the time of the appointment.

Contact the animal shelter at 751-7020 for prices and more information.

Today

VFW donation dinner -- 5-7 p.m., VFW Post 10054 on Homestead Road, $6. Open to the public.

Prayer meeting -- 5:30 p.m., Victory Christian Center, Highway 160 and Winery Road.

Christian Home Educators (P.V.C.H.E.) -- meeting to bowl, skate and go on field trips and Park Days. Call Monica at 727-9926 for meeting place and time.

Pahrump Amateur Radio Repeater Assn. -- 6 p.m. potluck and meeting, Pahrump Comstock park office, off 372, west of Blagg.

Southern Nye County Friends of Animals -- 7 p.m., cooperative extension office in Pahrump.

Pahrump Nevada Genealogical Society -- 6:30 p.m., multi-purpose room, LDS church, Wilson and West Streets.

Saturday

Men's Bible study -- 7 a.m., Pahrump Community Church, Fellowship Hall.

Hockey -- 9-10:30 a.m., Skate Zone, 1261 E. Calvada Blvd. Call 727-4386.

Farmer's market -- 8 a.m.-noon, Petrack Park. Call 727-5532 for information.

Experimental Aircraft Assn. -- 7 p.m., Calvada Meadows Airport. Call Bob Cameron at 727-0557 for information.

Pahrump Friends of the Library -- 9 a.m., Pahrump Community Library, 2nd and East streets.

Poetry Group -- 10 a.m.-noon, Pahrump Community Library meeting room.

Experimental Aircraft Assn. -- 7 p.m., Calvada Meadows Airport. Call Bob Cameron at 727-0557 for information.

Pahrump Friends of the Library -- 9 a.m., Pahrump Community Library, 2nd and East streets.

Poetry Group -- 10 a.m.-noon, Pahrump Community Library meeting room.

Sunday

VFW breakfast -- 8-11 a.m., VFW Post 10054 on Homestead Road, $6, $7 or $8 donation according to menu choice. Open to the public.

Intercessory prayer -- 6:30 p.m., Pahrump Community Church, Sanctuary.

Sunday school -- 8:30 a.m., West Valley Bible Church, 720 Buol Lane, at the chapel, 751-2277 or 727-7322.

Worship services -- 9:45 a.m., West Valley Bible Church, 720 Buol Lane, at the chapel, 751-2277 or 727-7322.

Pahrump Community Church -- 9:15 a.m., Sunday school for all, 1061 E. Wilson. Call 727-5384 for more information.

Sunday school -- 9:30 a.m., Heritage Bible Church, 3061 E. Heritage Drive (at the white cross on Homestead and Heritage).

Worship service -- 10:30 a.m., Heritage Bible Church, 3061 E. Heritage Drive (at the white cross on Homestead and Heritage).

Sunday service -- 9 a.m., Universal Wisdom Church and Center, 1230 S. Loop Road, Suite 3.

Sunday service -- 9 a.m., devotion; 9:45 a.m., adult Sunday school; 11 a.m., worship service; 11:30 a.m., children's Sunday school, Central Valley Baptist Church, 3170 S. Blagg Road.

Filipino-American Assn. of PV -- Potluck picnic. 751-8169 for information.

Cowboy Action Shooters -- 8:30 a.m., range behind Longstreet Inn and Casino, Amargosa. Safety meeting 8 a.m., side matches at 7 a.m.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church -- 4 p.m. mass, on CA 127, Shoshone, Calif.

Monday

PV Motorcycle Riders -- 8 a.m., Terrible's Lakeside.

Self-acceptance book study group -- 6-7:30 p.m. Haven Selah, 1680 N. Blagg Road. Call 751-8919 for information.

Women's Bible study -- 10 a.m., Heritage Bible Church, 3061 E. Heritage Drive (at the white cross on Homestead and Heritage).

Spanish-speaking Bible Study -- 6-7:30 p.m. Trinity Assembly of God, 750 Big 5 Road. Call 910-9302 for information.

Tuesday

Boy Scouts -- Troop 748, 6:30 p.m., VFW.

Boy Scouts -- Troop 808, 7 p.m., Moose Lodge.

Hockey -- 5:30-7 p.m., Skate Zone, 1261 E. Calvada Blvd. Call 727-4386.

Job Club -- 9-11 a.m., Workforce Development Center, 2280 E. Calvada, Suite 301.

Women's evening Bible study -- 6:30 p.m., Pahrump Community Church, Earl Hatfield room.

Girl Scout Troop No. 169 -- 3:30-5 p.m., Mt. Charleston Elementary School. Call Leader Kathy Butkovich at 209-4820 or 727-7040.

Water From the Rock soaking prayer -- 10-11:30 a.m. 1370 E. Matthew Lane. Call 513-2850.

High Desert Beaders -- 9 a.m. Call 751-8896 for more information and location.

Pahrump Lions -- 6:30 p.m. Call 727-9016 for meeting location.

Order of the Eastern Star -- 7:30 p.m., Masonic Temple, 281 Gemini.

PV Community Action Team -- 7 p.m., CCSN building on PVHS campus. Whole group meeting.

Southern Cruisers Motorcycle Club -- 7 p.m., Mom's Diner, Hwy. 372 and Linda.

DAV Chapter 15 -- 7 p.m., VFW on Homestead Road.

Retired Military Group -- 9 a.m., Mountain View Casino.

Library book club -- pick up librarian-chosen book for author of the month discussion meeting on third Tuesdays.

Soroptimist International Pahrump Valley -- 5:30 p.m., Pahrump Winery RV Park meeting rooms. Call 727-6052 or 751-9023 for information.

Civitan Club of Pahrump -- 2 p.m., Progressive Choices, 4760 S. Pahrump Valley Blvd., Ste. 9. Call 751-8770 or email pcipahrump@aol.com for information.

NTS Retirees breakfast -- 9 a.m., Terrible's Lakeside.

Salvation Army Board -- 7 a.m., The Manor. 727-6111 to volunteer.

Pahrump Elks Lodge No. 2796 -- 7:30 p.m. 2220 East Basin.

Citizens for Affordable Homes Inc. seminar -- 6 p.m, 2280 E. Calvada Blvd., Ste. 201. Call 727-9981 for more information.

Civitan Club of Pahrump, Inc. -- 7 p.m., Progressive Choices Workshop, 4760 S. Pahrump Valley Blvd., Suites 9 and 10.

Wednesday

Bible study -- 7 p.m., First Southern Baptist Church, Highway 160 and Fehrs. Classes for all ages.

Music practice -- 6 p.m., West Valley Bible Church, 720 Buol Lane, at the chapel, 751-2277 or 727-7322.

Evening prayer and fellowship -- 7 p.m., West Valley Bible Church, 720 Buol Lane, at the chapel, 751-2277 or 727-7322.

Adult bereavement support group -- 4 p.m., Nathan Adelson Hospice, 1480 E. Calvada Blvd., No. 900. Call 751-6700.

Bible study -- 6 p.m., 921 S. Salvation Army, 921 S. Buol Lane.

Bible study -- 7 p.m., South Valley Southern Baptist Church, Homestead and Kellogg.

Women at Prayer Bible study -- 9:30 a.m., Pahrump Community Church, Earl Hatfield room.

Bible study -- 6-7 p.m. Church of the Harvest, 1670 W. Vondell.

LDS Pahrump Homeschoolers -- meeting for field trips, co-ops, social activities and more. Call Veronica at 751-9324 or Jeanette at 751-2958 for places and times.

727-1249.

Computer Users meet

The Pahrump Computer Users Group will meet at 1 p.m., Jan. 7 in the meeting room at the Pahrump Community Library.

The program is on email etiquette, resources and a discussion and presentation on free programs available on the Internet.

Call 727-1246 for more information.

Women motorcyclists

A new group of women motorcyclists is forming. The first meeting will be at 1 p.m., Jan. 19 at the Subway on Highway 372, and they will continue to meet every third Thursday of the month.

The group plans to ride after the meeting, weather permitting.

For more information write womenoncycles@hot-mail.com.

Volunteer training

Nathan Adelson Hospice has volunteer training classes scheduled from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Jan. 14-15, in the conference room at 1480, E. Calvada Blvd., Suite 900.

The two-hour classes will cover all of the particulars. Whether you want to spend time with patients and their families, run errands, do office work or work in fundraising, this is your opportunity to make a difference.

Call 751-6700 or 751-5601 for more information.

AARP driver safety

The AARP driver program will hold classes from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Jan. 23-24.

For possible insurance discounts, contact your agent.

Call 727-3858 for more information.

Radio license test

Examinations for Amateur Radio licenses will be held at 1 p.m., Jan. 27 at the Nye County Offices of Emergency Management, 1510 Siri Lane.

For more information, call 751-5242.

Freecycle to recycle

The Internet group, pahrumpfreecycle.org is part of a national organization of message boards where members post 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 logon to www.pahrumpfreecycle.org or call Veronica at 751-9324.

Craft supplies needed

A group of volunteers in Pahrump are making items for our senior shut-ins and our soldiers in Iraq. We need unused and unwanted craft supplies and yarn. Volunteers will make the supplies into useful items.

The group will be making assorted Christmas tree ornaments and stockings to be filled. For our soldiers, there is a national group that fills and ships the stockings.

Black yarn is needed for helmet liners for our troops.

Other yarns are needed for scarves and slippers. Socks of any color can be used for our senior shut ins and those in the local nursing home.

Two hundred stockings will be made to fill for Pahrump residents for Christmas 2008.

For more information on drop off, call Barb Johnston 751-5356.

Late January there will be meetings to make items. This is an informal group and no membership is required.

Cancer victims help available

Walk the Rock has funds available for transportation and lodging expenses to assist those with cancer.

Contact Anna at 727-1414 for more information.

Feeding strays?

SNAPS is looking for registered feeders.

They will assist with spay/neutering, vaccinations, trapping and food when available at no charge.

Call quickly. There are a limited number of spaces available each month.

The number is 751-8513 for more information.

Hawaiian club

We are looking for Hawaiian Islanders interested in starting a local Hawaiian club in Pahrump.

Call Meg, 990-4442 or Carol, 727-4562 for more information.

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 at the duck pond, or 4141 W. Charleston Park Avenue.

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 8 x 10 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.

Model aviators meeting

The Pahrump Model Aviators Club holds a monthly meeting at 9 a.m., the second Saturday of the month at Desert View Regional Medical Center, lower level across from the cafeteria.

Anyone interested in learning about R/C model airplanes is invited to attend.

They are members of the Academy of Model Aeronautics, a national organization of 2,500 clubs and 17,000 members.

Call 751-0612 for more information.

Quilts charity fund drive

Quilts 4 Cancer, a 501(c)(3) charity, is looking for people to share their sewing talent and basic quilting to make quilts for adults with cancer.

As supply costs skyrocket for shipping and handling, the charity is in great need of batting and backing

In Nye County, many residents are being treated for cancer. If you want to donate a quilt, it should be at least 50 x 50 or larger, any pattern and color and should fit most home washers and dryers.

Pahrump area includes Beatty, Amargosa, Death Valley, Tonopah, Sandy Valley, Shoshone and Tecopa.

Call 751-5356 for more information.

Donations may be sent to: Quilts 4 Cancer, P.O. Box 4702, Pahrump, NV 89041.

Nye County Democrats

The Nye County Democratic Club meets the second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Bob Ruud Community Center.

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.

Pahrump Rotary Club

The Rotary Club of Pahrump Valley meets at noon every Wednesday in the Pahrump Nugget banquet hall.

Rotary members are a dedicated group of people serving in the community.

For more information about the Rotary Club and its projects, call 727-8399.

Toastmasters

The Pahrump Valley Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of every month.

The meetings are held at Laduke Team Realty, 1271 S. Hwy. 160, Suite C.

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit organization for learning how to speak comfortably in public.

Call 727-9994 for more information.

Art and Sol 2008

All fine artists and crafters should get ready for the 14th annual Art & Sol display for Memorial Day weekend, May 23-25 at the Pahrump Nugget Event Center.

Space is limited. Call Debra now at 751-8101 or Dorothy, 751-8924, to request a booth application.

Participants do not have to be members of PAC, although Art & Sol is sponsored by the Pahrump Arts Council.

Angels Have Wheels

All Medicare recipients should now be aware that if they suffer from conditions such as arthritis, cardiovascular disease and respiratory disorders, and have difficulty walking or propelling a standard wheelchair, they may be eligible to receive an electric wheelchair paid for by Medicare. For information on Medicare eligibility contact Gregory at 1-800-810-2877.

Community action team

The Pahrump Valley Community Action Team has selected three teams to work on community projects. Please contact team leaders for more information on meeting times and places.

PR team: Erin Froehling, 727-6978;

Beautification team: Kathleen Bienenstein, 537-1679;

Higher education team: Robert Lurker, 727-2000.

For more information on PVCAT call Paula Glidden 209-4412, or Patricia Cox 209-4390.

Power wheelchairs

The Senior Wheels USA program makes power wheelchairs available to senior citizens and the permanently disabled at no cost to recipients if they qualify.

Power wheelchairs are provided to those who can no longer walk or self-propel a manual wheelchair and who meet the additional guidelines of the program. No deposit is required.

If the patient's need is for use in the home, call 1-800-246-6010.

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 at 702-743-1346, or Marie at 209-5088.

Melanoma Fighters Club

"Mandy's Melanoma Fighters Club" seeks two to three preteen and teenagers from each middle and high school in Pahrump to promote melanoma and skin cancer awareness in their school.

To become a part of this worthwhile cause and help save lives please call Michael at 702-743-1346 or Marie at 209-5088.

Fiber Arts 2008

Get that quilt or needlework project going now.

Plans for the annual Fiber Arts Show are under way, with a spectacular weekend event planned for mid-February 2008.

For entry or vendor information call Melinda at 537-1287 or Lynn at 727-4131.

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 24 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.

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.

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.

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 that describes the mission and provides 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.

Fish Fry

The Daughters of Mary fish fry will be 4-7 p.m., Jan. 4, at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 781 Gamebird Road.

There will be fried or baked fish dinners, fish tacos, refreshments and dessert.

DAR meeting

The Pahrump Springs Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hold a regular monthly meeting at 10 a.m., Jan. 9 at the Pahrump Community Library meeting room.

The program on Lafayette, Son of America, will be presented by Robert Alvis.

Call Jerri Smythe at 727-1650 for more information.

Art Show

The public is invited to the "Off the Wall" artist showing.

The works are out of this world and easy to take home.

This is a group show with special guest artist Phillip Torrian from Blue Diamond.

The gallery show runs through Jan. 9.

Call 760-852-4420 for more information.

Republican caucus

The Nye County Republican Party Central Committee will host the Republican Caucus and Precinct Meeting between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Jan. 19, at the Rosemary Clarke Middle School, 4201 N. Blagg Rd.

All Pahrump Valley registered Republicans only are welcome to attend and participate in the caucus presidential straw poll and the precinct meeting.

Those who wish to just vote in the caucus straw poll are welcome to do so and leave once they cast their votes.

Voting will be open from 9 a.m. until 12 noon.

Those who wish to participate in the precinct meeting are welcome to stay.

Tutors needed for Pathways

The Pathways program needs tutors in mathematics. In addition, tutors are needed for language arts in the areas of grammar and vocabulary.

A willingness to work with middle- to high school-aged students is a must.

Contact the volunteer coordinator's office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-noon at 727-7743, ext. 258 or 259.

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 at 727-5800 or SCORE at 727-9471 to volunteer.

Senior Companions

Low-income seniors age 60 or over can earn $212 a month, tax-free, by volunteering for Senior Companions, a program that provides companionship, socialization and transportation to other seniors who have difficulty with daily living tasks.

The program is operated by Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada.

Call Beth at 702-382-0721 for more information.

Wall of Heroes

Those who would like a military photo of a loved one to hang in SSI's new military museum and gallery at Chief Tecopa Cemetery may submit photos to Awards Plus at 1231 E. Basin. Photos will be duplicated and also placed on the wall at Wal-Mart.

Call Jenny at 537-1955 for more information.

Adult literacy

The Pahrump Community Library, 701 East St., offers free, confidential, one-on-one tutoring to adults who struggle with reading.

All sessions are held with a qualified literacy volunteer. For more information, call 727-5930 ext. 19.

Animal shelter

needs volunteers

The Nye County Animal Shelter is seeking volunteers to work either at the shelter or in the spay/neuter clinic. People who love animals and who want to learn new skills should stop by the Nye County Animal Shelter, 171 N. Kittyhawk Dr., or call 751-7020.

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.

High Desert Bead & Fiber Artists

The High Desert Bead & Fiber Artists Society for adults meets every Tuesday from 11-2 p.m. at Seemores' Too on Highway 160.

All adults interested in learning beading will be welcome.

Call 751-8896 for more information (please do not call Seemores' for information).

Widows support group

A support group for widows will be held the third Thursday of each month.

If interested, leave a message for Joanna at 751-2838 or Joan at 727-2339 for location and information.

Prescription meds assist

Nye County, in a joint effort with the National Association of Counties, is offering a prescription discount card for those Nye County residents whose prescriptions are not covered by insurance.

Enrollment is free and there is no paperwork to complete or eligibility requirements to meet. These cards are accepted at all Nye County pharmacies.

Pick up cards at pharmacies or stop by Nye County Health and Human Services, located at 250 N. Hwy. 160, Suite 4, or call 751-7095.

Marine Corps League of Pahrump

Active, reserve, retired and former marines are eligible for membership in the Greater Marine Corps League of Pahrump, Detachment No. 1199. Also, FMF Navy Corpsmen are eligible to join as well. Meetings are held at 9 a.m. on the second Saturday of the month at the VFW Post on Homestead Road.

For more information call Don "Ski" Czerwinski at 751-2700 or Vic Rodriguez at 537-6747 or come to one of the meetings.