Gymkhana results

These are the results of the August Gymkhana events for the PVRR

Aug. 16:.

0-7 -- High Point, Bailey Fullmer; Runner-Up, Jayden Bryan;

8-10 -- HP, Hannah Mills; RU, Hayley Dalton;

11-13 -- HP, Sierra Tucsnak; RU, Natalie Wallenfang;

14-25 -- HP, Alexis Hart; RU, Samantha Sutton;

26+ -- HP, Michelle Callahan; RU, Chris Mills.

Aug. 30:

0-7 -- Bailey Fullmer, RU Jayden Bryan;

8-10 -- HP, Hayley Dalton; RU, Hayley Dalton;

11-13 -- HP, Natalie Wallenfang; RU, Sierra Tucsnak;

14-25 -- HP, Caitlyn Lueck; RU, Samantha Sutton and Kaela Hyde;

26+ -- HP, Chris Mills; RU, Rhonda Hoover.

Eastern Star yard sale

Stardust chapter No. 32 of Eastern Star will have a yard sale 8-2 p.m. Sept. 5 and 6 at 1901 Isaac St., off Leslie Street north of Basin Avenue.

There will be clothes, furniture, appliances, books and other items.

For more information, call 727-1050.

Fish Fry

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

The menu includes a baked or fried fish dinner with fries and coleslaw and punch or coffee for $7. A fish taco dinner including fries and two tacos will be $6. Single fish tacos and clam chowder are $2 each. Desserts will be $1.

Beer, wine and soda will be available.

Blood drive

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

For an appointment, go to www.bloodhero.com or call United Blood Services, 702-562-2166.

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

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 Friday, Sept. 5 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Call Fern Payne, 775-727-4258, for more information.

Special Olympics Bowling

Special Olympics Bowling begins 3-5 p.m. every Monday starting Sept. 8.

Call 751-4942 or 727-4526 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 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.

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.

Cribbage Club forming

Anyone interested in joining a grassroots charter of the American Cribbage Congress is invited to a meeting at 2 p.m. Sept. 11 in Wulfy's.

Call Sean, 530-386-0821 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.

Swap meet

TheUnClub Boys, Pahrump Model As and Nye County Public Auction will sponsor a swap meet 6-2 p.m. Sept. 20 at the auction house, 800 S. Margaret St.

There will be a swap meet, hot rods, collector cars and motorcycle parts and accessories.

Admission is $3 and children under 12 get in free.

Those wanting to reserve a swap space, the cost is $15. To register a car for sale, the cost is $10.

Food and beverages will be available.

Call Ron at 209-6639 or Mike at 209-6400, for more information.

R.S.E.A.

O-Mok-See

Rising Star Equestrian Association, a N.P.O., is offering another O-Mok-See on Saturday, Sept. 6, at the McCullough Arena.

Sign-ups start at 6 p.m. and the cost is $10 per entry for members of R.S.E.A. It is $15 for non-members.

They will offer time onlys for 15 minutes prior to each event for $1 each ride.

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

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.

AARP Driver Safety Program

The AARP two-day driver safety program will hold classes 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sept. 24 and 25.

Call 727-3858 for more information and registration

Job Fair at the Nugget

The Pahrump District Office of the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services will sponsor the 3rd annual Job Fair, "2008 - Catch a Career," 10-2 p.m. Sept. 25 in the banquet hall of the Pahrump Nugget.

Employers from around Pahrump will be ready to speak with potential employees, accept applications and some may conduct interviews.

Job seekers are encouraged to bring their work history resume and dress appropriately for an interview.

This is an opportunity to talk with employers and discover what qualifications regarding work experience and education they are seeking.

Employers who have not reserved a free space are encouraged to call 751-7253.

NOTO job openings

The Nevada Outreach Training Organization has openings for the following two positions -- one case manager and one shelter person.

Each applicant must have a BSW degree or related field. Bilingual is a must.

Resumes can be faxed or e-mailed.

Submit them to Dorothy Ryans at 775-751-1195 or e-mail dryans@nv-oto.org.

Grandma needed

Nevada Outreach Training Organization is seeking a volunteer "grandma" to work in the shelter.

Qualifications include a lot of free time, must love kids and be a good listener, must be able to sleep at the shelter 2-3 nights a week.

She can share baking and cooking skills with the mothers and might teach knitting or crocheting or other crafts. Bilingual is helpful as is a knowledge of first aid.

Scheduled days will be 5-8 p.m. Training will be provided.

Applications and appointments are available by calling Lee Gale, 751-1118 or e-mail lgale@nv-oto.org.

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.

Clogging lessons

The Sun Country Cloggers will offer clog dance classes for beginners, intermediate and intermediate-plus at Donna's Studio of Dance.

Lessons are for ages 8 through seniors.

For more information call Lee Pritchett, 727-4687.

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.

Special Olympics coaches/athletes

Special Olympics offers bowling, bocco ball, basketball and track and field.

Anyone interested in being a coach or an athlete is welcome to apply.

A background check is done on all applicants.

Call Kay, 751-4942 for more information.

Donations for Quilts for Cancer

Quilts for Cancer volunteers have worked all year to make Christmas stockings for home bound seniors in Pahrump. Two hundred plus stockings need to be filled with nutritious snacks.

Volunteers are also working to have a hand-made gift to accompany the stocking which will be distributed in December.

A $10 donation will fill one stocking and donations can be sent to: P.O. Box 4702, Pahrump, NV 89041.

Call 751-5356 or e-mail barbquilts@yahoo.com for more information.

DAR meets

The Pahrump Springs chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold a monthly meeting at 10 a.m. Sept. 10 in the Pahrump Community Library.

Della Christie will present her collection of White House dolls.

Call 727-9297 for more information.

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.

Rummage sale

Our Lady of the Valley will hold a rummage sale with lots of Christmas items 8-4 p.m. Sept. 12 and 13 at the church, 781 E. Gamebird Road.

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.

Amargosa Library hours

Beginning Sept. 15 the Amargosa Public Library will be open 9-6 p.m. Monday and Thursday, 8-4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday and 8-2 p.m. Saturday.

Call 775-372-5340 for more information.

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.

Volunteer training

Nathan Adelson Hospice will have volunteer training classes 9-5 p.m. Sept. 15 and 16 at 1480 E. Calvada Blvd. Suite 900.

The two-day training classes will cover particulars needed to volunteer for the hospice for those who want to spend time with the families, run errands, do office work or work on fundraising.

For more information, call Tonya Brum, 751-5601.

AGLOW meets

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

Cindy Etie from Las Vegas will be the guest speaker.

Refreshments will be served starting at 9 a.m.

Childcare will be provided.

Call 727-5181 for more information.

Foster/Adopt training

The Division of Child and Family Services is offering training for foster or adoptive parents of children in need of a family.

The pre-service training classes will be noon-9 p.m. Sept. 19 and 8-6 p.m. Sept. 20 and 21 in the DCFS conference room, 2280 E. Calvada Blvd.

For more information, call 775-687-4943, ext. 262 or 888-423-2659 to R.S.V.P.

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.

VFW in September

The VFW hosts a swap meet the 2nd Sunday 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 Marine Corps League are serving up the hamburgers and hotdogs for a nominal fee.

The American Legion, Riders and Auxiliary meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month 6-7 p.m.

The MOC/MOCA Cooties meet on the 3rd Saturday at 11 a.m., followed by the VFW Ladies Auxiliary at 1 p.m.

Wednesday -- poker, noon;

Friday -- dinner, 5-7 p.m. Check the menu at 727-6072.

Saturday -- darts;

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

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

Farmer's market

The UNR Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are sponsoring a farmer's market each Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon at Petrack Park, corner of Highway 160 and Basin Avenue.

All sale items must be homemade or homegrown.

Call 727-5532 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.

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.

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.

SNAPS has kittens

SNAPS has kittens ready for adoption.

All have been spayed/neutered, have all their shots and have been screened for FLV.

Please call Denise at 751-8572 or 751-2088, 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.

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.

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.

Family to Family Calendar

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

Sept. 5 -- Nurturing parent class at Amargosa Apostolic Church, 10:30 a.m.

Sept. 8 -- Scrapbooking, 1-3 p.m.

Sept. 12 -- Nevada Early Intervention Explore and Learn playgroup, 11 a.m.

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

Sept. 16 -- Teen Parenting class in collaboration with WIC, 2 p.m.

Sept. 19 -- Family Vehicle Safety class, 10 a.m., Spanish, call to register.

Sept. 22 -- Car seat safety checks, call for appointment.

Sept. 26 -- Nevada Early Intervention Explore and Learn playgroup, 11 a.m.

Sept. 29 -- Family vehicle safety class, 10 a.m., English, call for appointment.

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.

Library Calendar

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

Sept. 6 -- Tumbleweed Tales Poetry Group, 10 a.m.

Sept. 16 -- Favorite Author Book Club, 1:30 p.m., author this month is Billie Letts.

Sept. 20 -- Pahrump Anime, movies are; Gunparade March No. 7-8, 12-noon; Inuyasha No. 8-10 (English), 1 p.m.; Ragnarok No. 3 (English), 2 p.m.; Devil May Cry No. 6 (sub-titled), 2:30 p.m.; TBA (English), 3 p.m.

There will be a collage contest with prizes. No unaccompanied children under 10.

There will be no movie day in September due to the Fall Festival. Movies will resume in October.

EAA chapter 1160 meets

Experimental Aircraft Association chapter 1160 will hold a monthly meeting at 10 a.m. Sept. 6 in Phil Shallenberger's hangar, corner of Jet Place and Helicopter Drive in the Calvada Aeropark.

The program will feature a talk by Jeff Bobek, a certified flight instructor, on the subject of stalls and spins.

For more information call 537-1097.

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.

Laureate Omicron

Laureate Omicron of Beta Sigma Phi, will meet at 1 p.m. Sept. 8 in the home of Jennie Keefe.

Jennie will present the cultural program and serve refreshments.

Call 751-9689 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.

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.

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 information.

Girl Scouts open registration

Pahrump Girl Scouts will hold open registration for all girls grades K-5 and adult volunteers at 6 p.m. Sept. 15 in the multi-purpose room at Manse Elementary and 6 p.m. Sept. 16 in the multipurpose room at Floyd Elementary.

Girls can enjoy Girl Scout activities while adults attend a short informal meeting.

Registrations will be accepted at the events

Membership is $10 for both girls and adults.

Scholarships for financial hardships are available and no girl is denied based on inability to pay.

Any girl may attend these events; attending Manse or Floyd Elementary is not a requirement.

For more information call Shannon Moore, 910-1552 or the Girls Scouts of Frontier Council, 800-762-6032.

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 Church

The Pahrump Community Church will be celebrating their 40th anniversary at 6 p.m. Sept. 20 and 10 a.m. Sept. 21 at the church, 1061 E. Wilson Road.

Call 727-5384 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.

'Bike Night' is back

The Pahrump "Bike Night" is back at 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, at Sonic.

No bike, no problem.

Call Pete the Greek, 513-1742, for more information.

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.

Nye Goldseekers

There will be a special meeting of the Nye Goldseekers at 5 p.m., Sept. 8 in Room B of the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Mark Chatterton from the Las Vegas Bureau of Land Management will be on hand for a discussion of the concerns and needs of prospectors in southern Nye County and what plans the BLM has for the future.

Call 727-8771 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 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.

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.

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.

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

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.

Power wheelchairs

Wishes 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 1-800-823-5220 or visit www.threewishes2.com for more information.

Nye Goldseekers

There will be a special meeting of the Nye Goldseekers at 5 p.m., Sept. 8 in Room B of the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Mark Chatterton from the Las Vegas Bureau of Land Management will be on hand for a discussion of the concerns and needs of prospectors in southern Nye County and what plans the BLM has for the future.

Call 727-8771 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 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.

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.

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.