Weight loss seminar

There will be three speakers presenting "Finding the Pieces to Facilitate Successful Weight Loss," unique and effective approaches to weight loss 6-8 p.m. Oct. 26 in the clubhouse of the Pahrump RV Park behind the Best Western.

The event is free and open to the public. Call Patty Raches, 751-9788 for more information.

Laureate Omicron

The Laureate Omicron chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will meet at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 27 in the home of Vickie Brady.

Vickie will present the cultural program, "Inside the Shadow Mountain Players."

There will be an ice cream social to follow.

Members and guests are welcome.

Call Betty, 751-9689 for more information.

Family to Family Calendar

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

Oct. 24 -- NEIS Explore and Learn play group, 11 a.m.-noon; Infant feeding: Bottle vs. Breastfeeding (part I), 4:15-5:45 p.m.

Oct. 27 Family vehicle safety class, 10 a.m. (Spanish)

Oct. 28 -- Prenatal parenting class, 1-3 p.m.

Oct. 29 -- Nurturing parenting class, 1-3 p.m. (eight-week session)

Oct. 30 -- Halloween party, 1 p.m., (bring treats for everyone)

Oct. 31 -- Closed.

Tuesdays -- Prenatal class, 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 9-5 p.m., Monday-Friday.

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

Domestic violence vigil

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month.

The Interfaith Domestic Violence Taskforce and No To Abuse will sponsor a candlelight vigil at 7 p.m. Oct. 29 at Pahrump Family Mortuary, 4551 Vicki Ann Road.

The purpose is to celebrate those who have survived domestic violence and remember those who have died because of it.

Desert View flu clinics

Desert View Hospital will sponsor the 2nd annual flu clinic:

Oct. 29 -- 4-7 p.m.

The walk-in clinics will be held in the main lobby of the hospital, 360 S. Lola Lane.

It will be free for Medicare Part B recipients; however participants may not be a part of any Medicare Advantage program such as Senior Dimensions, Secure Horizons, Aetna, etc.

The fee will be $20 for the public.

Call 751-7500 for more information.

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.

EAA Eagles Rally

The Pahrump chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association will host its fourth Young Eagles Rally 9-1 p.m. Nov. 1 at the Calvada Aeropark, corner of Simpkins Road and Highway 160.

The purpose is to give children 8-17 free airplane rides in the local area. Last year 93 kids rode.

Parents or legal guardians must accompany the child to the airport and remain until their child has flown.

Please bring chairs.

Water and soft drinks will be available as well as portable toilet facilities. Call 751-0929 for more information.

New veteran's hospital video

There will be a video presentation concerning the new veteran's hospital under construction in Las Vegas at 11 a.m. Oct. 29 at the VFW, 4651 Homestead Road.

All veterans and their spouses are invited.

Friends of the Library

The Pahrump Friends of the Library will have their monthly meeting 9:15 a.m. Nov. 1 in the conference room at the library.

Following the meeting, Roxanne Blum will speak on economics, money and mortgages followed by Carlton McCaslin talking about the Shadow Mountain Players.

Call Ed Underhill, 727-9823 for more information.

Animal Shelter notice

The Nye County Animal Shelter is unable to spay or neuter pets for the public at this time.

They hope to offer the service in the future.

For assistance with altering your pet, call S.N.A.P.S., 751-2088.

Genealogical Society meets

The Pahrump Genealogical Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 6 in the multi-purpose room of the LDS Church, corner of Wilson Road and West Street.

The business meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. with social time to follow.

The program will be wedding reminiscense, wedding memorabilia (one member is bringing gowns from three generations) and wedding stories -- humorous and otherwise.

This is a member-sharing program. Guests are always welcome.

Call Edna Goodwin, 751-2175 for more information.

4-H enrollment

October is open enrollment month for the UNC Cooperative Extension's Southern Nye County 4-H Club for youth ages 5-19 years old.

Clogging, square dancing, cheerleading, knitting, leather craft, cooking, small engines, rock and fossils, jewelry making, quilting, reptiles, livestock, dog agility, Global Positioning Systems, dairy goat, horse, Krazy Kritters, Junior Master Gardeners and much more are offered through 4-H.

Sign up today. Dues are $1 per year for most projects and clubs. Horse project clubs are $2 per year.

Contact the extension office at 1651 E. Calvada Blvd., or call Debby Woodland, 4-H coordinator at 727-5532 or e-mail woodlandd@unce.unr.edu.

Notice to veterans

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

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

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 8-5 p.m. at the office location or call 537-2323.

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

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.

Giant rummage sale

Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church will hold their quarterly rummage sale 8-1 p.m. Nov. 7 at the church, 1300 E. Highway 372.

There will be clothing, household items, appliances and much more.

Call 727-6767 for more information.

Spaghetti dinner fundraiser

The Youth Groups of Pahrump will hold a spaghetti dinner for the family of Preston Dockter at 4 p.m. Nov. 2 in the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Donations of baby items, especially for a boy, are needed.

Call 727-5242 for more information.

R.S.E.A.

O-Mok-See

Rising Star Equestrian Association, a N.P.O., is offering another O-Mok-See at 9 a.m. Nov. 1 in the McCullough Arena.

The cost is $10 per entry for members and $15 for non-members.

Call Ladeana, 727-6383 or Susan, 751-5853 for more information.

Fall yard sale

The Pahrump Lions Club will hold a huge yard sale Oct. 24 and 25, 1140 Vondell St.

They are asking for used eyeglasses.

They will be promoting the sale with advertising stating "see other yard sales on the block too." If you live in the vicinity of the Lion's sale, use this time to hold a yard sale of your own.

Moose Lodge sale

Moose Lodge 808 will hold a white elephant sale 9-5 p.m., Oct. 24 and 25 at the intersection of Second and Center streets.

A bake sale will also be held with the proceeds going to benefit the Preston Dockter family.

Model train meeting

The Pahrump Model Train Enthusiasts will meet at 9 a.m. Oct. 25 at the United Methodist Church, 1300 E. Highway 372.

Join the group too see what they are about.

Discussion revolves around all gauges: Z, N, HO, S, O, G and live steam.

Call Conrad Menconi, 751-2230 for more information.

Democrat Central Committee

The Democrat Central Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 27 in Room B of the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Call 751-9966 for more information.

Scholastic book fair

Mt. Charleston Elementary will hold the annual Scholastic Book Fair noon - 2 p.m., through Oct. 30 in the library of the school for those who want to purchase books. Checks should be made payable to Mt. Charleston Elementary.

The library will be open 12:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Oct. 29 during the parent/teacher conferences.

Call 727-7892 for more information.

P.O.S.S. Schedule

The Pahrump Open Schooling Show date will be 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.

Scholastic book fair at Hafen

There will be a Scholastic Book Fair during parent teacher conferences 3-6 p.m. Oct. 29 at Hafen Elementary School.

The theme is "Safari" and they urge families to bring the children for a reading safari.

There will be storytellers and a build-a-book workstation, a tour bus where photos can be taken with friends and a puppet show.

All funds raised from the book fair will go to the purchase of new books.

The HES PTO will be holding a bake sale as well.

AARP Driver Safety Program

The AARP is offering a two-day driver safety class 9-1 p.m. Nov. 5 and 6.

Auto insurance discounts may apply. Check with your agent.

Call Tom, 727-3858 for more information or to register.

Donate Halloween costumes

The Pahrump Community Library is asking for donations of clean, gently-used Halloween costumes for the "Can-for-a-Costume Program" in October.

Call 727-5930 for more information.

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.

Toastmasters meeting change

The Pahrump Toastmasters 1970 have changed their meeting to 6:30 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.

Utilities Inc. meeting

Utilities, Inc. will hold an informational customer update meeting Nov. 12 in two sessions. The first session will be 10 a.m. - noon, and the second session will be 6-8 p.m. Both sessions will be held in the banquet room at Mountain Falls Grill Room.

The agenda items include the summary of construction projects for 2009, an explanation of changes to the line extensions process, new customer care and billing software and an open discussion.

4-H GPS Club

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension 4-H will offer an opportunity for kids ages 9-19 to learn about Global Positioning Systems.

The club will explore geo-cachng, a high-tech treasure hunting game. The idea is to locate hidden treasures with a GPS device.

Those interested should call Debby Woodland, 727-5532 or go by the offices, 1651 E. Calvada Blvd.

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.

Donation location list for Dockter family

Community outpouring of help for Katie Dockter and Preston Dockter's unborn son, Zach is greatly appreciated.

This is a list locating places where the public may make cash donations:

Rosemary Clarke Middle School -- front office;

Pahrump Valley High School -- Athletic Department

Ace Hardware -- all registers

Horizon Markets -- locations on North Blagg Road, Bell Vista Avenue at Leslie Street, Linda Avenue at Highway 372, Highway 372 at Bolling Road and Pahrump Valley Boulevard at Manse Road.

Donations will help the family of Preston Dockter with immediate expenses.

For more information, call Cindy Collucci, 727-3010.

Fundraiser for the Duck Pond

NyE Communities Coalition Youth Organization is holding a fundraiser for the Calvada Duck Pond.

Adopt-a-Duck trading cards are available from youth group members at a minimum donation of $10 per card.

There are 10 different cards to collect.

Proceeds will be used for supplies and improvements for the duck pond.

Trading cards are available at the NyE Communities Coalition office, 2280 E. Calvada Blvd, Suite 103.

Call Joanna Darrow, 727-9970 for more information.

Library calendar

Free computer instruction is available for beginning-level computer users on 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.

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.

Holiday food baskets

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

Application hours are 10 a.m. - noon, Tuesday - Thursday 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.

Call NOTO, 751-1118 for more information.

Coat donations

Kaye's Allstate Insurance located in the Albertson's Shopping Center is accepting slightly used and new coats for the Pahrump Kiwanis Club to provide for our community needs.

Coats may be dropped at the office from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday from Sept. 15 through Nov. 15.

Free book

Faith Fellowship Foursquare Church is offering a free book, "One Minute After You Die."

Send requests to "Free Book," P.O. Box 4716, Pahrump, NV 89041.

There is a limit of one book per household/address. Allow seven to 10 days for delivery.

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.

Addiction recovery program

The LDS church is offering a church-sanctioned 12-step program to help church members overcome drug, alcohol and other addictions, find freedom from their negative effects and live in harmony with gospel principles.

This is an anonymous program. Who attends and what is said remains confidential. No referrals are necessary.

Meetings are open to anyone 14 years or older who can maintain church standards during the meetings.

Participants under age 18 must have a parent or guardian in attendance.

LDS church membership is not required and participation is free.

The group will meet 7-8:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

Call 727-4038 for more information.

Computer Users meet

The Pahrump Computer Users Group will meet at 1 p.m. Nov. 3, in the large meeting room of the Pahrump Community Library.

The program this month will include "How to Share Digital Pictures Online" by Don Norvell and Mike Erwin will discuss "Different Technologies of Internet Connection."

Please park in the rear of the library where there is ample room.

The meeting is free and open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.

To have questions addressed, e-mail them in advance to Don@Dnorvell.com or call, 727-1246.

RCMS parent/teacher

Rosemary Clarke Middle School will hold parent/teacher conferences 3-7 p.m. Oct. 30 in the gymnasium on the northeast corner of the campus.

No appointment is necessary.

Students will have early dismissal at 10:35 a.m.

PVHS parent/teacher

Pahrump Valley High School will hold parent/teacher conferences 3-8 p.m. Oct. 30 in the homerooms of the teachers.

Report cards for ninth-grade students will be at the Academy office.

Upper classmen's report cards will be issued in front of the main office.

Anti-drug abuse film

Volunteers are needed in making a documentary/educational film.

If you are 13-19 years old and your life has been adversely affected by the use of drugs or alcohol, Teen Care needs your help to make this film a reality.

Participation may be an opportunity to help someone else through sharing a personal experience.

Call Rochelle, 727-9911 for more information.