Support group forming

A support group is forming for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren for an informal exchange of ideas and suggestions.

Call 764-8416 for more information. Leave a voice mail with a name and phone number, or leave a message at 727-4821.

Pet adoptions

The Nye County Animal Shelter will hold pet adoptions 10-2 p.m. the first and second Saturday of each month at Hollywood Video, 240 S. Highway 160.

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.

CASA recruiting volunteers

The newly formed 5th Judicial District Court appointed special advocates for neglected and abused children is accepting applications for volunteers to work with children within the court system.

A CASA volunteer will work directly with the children, schools, parents (biological and foster) and Social Services to determine their bests interests and help the court in deciding permanent placement.

Volunteers must pass a background check and provide CASA with the minimum of a two-year commitment.

Call Lewis Beaver, 253-0229, or Luana Miller, 751-9775 or 702-496-2751, for more information.

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.

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.

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.

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.;

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.

Meet Jesus revival

The Seventh Day Adventist will host a meet Jesus revival Feb. 28 through March 7 at the church, 477 Blagg Road.

Brad Newton will speak on "The Eight Treasures for Lasting Happiness."

Scheduled days are Feb. 28, 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.; March 1, 7 p.m.; March 2, 3, 4, and 5, 7 p.m.; March 6, 11 a.m. and March 7, 7 p.m.

Call Jerry Waggoner, 513-6202, or e-mail jwaggoner@cox.net for more information

Transportation is available for those in need. Call 751-1137 to arrange a ride.

RPEN meets

The Pahrump chapter of Retired Public Employees of Nevada will meet at 3 p.m. Feb. 19 in the Pahrump Community Library.

The guest speaker will be from Nathan Adelson Hospice. Call 751-4782 for more information.

Relay For Life kick-off

The Relay For Life kick-off celebration will be 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Feb. 28 at the Pahrump Nugget.

There will be entertainment, chance drawings, prizes and more.

For more information call 764-0006.

Computer Users Group meets

The Pahrump Computer Users Group will meet at 1 p.m. March 2 in the large meeting room of the Pahrump Community Library.

Don Norvell will demonstrate creating a free Internet site using a free online domain name and free Web hosting.

Mike Erwin will present on his favorite top 10 free downloads and will provide a free CD of the programs and utilities he demonstrates to attendees.

Parking at the rear of the library is preferred. Handicap parking is still in front of the building.

New members may pay a $5 annual membership fee at check-in and collect their raffle ticket.

Questions to be addressed at the meeting should be sent in advance to don@dnorvell.com or by calling 727-1246.

Northfield Ranch board members

Northfield Ranch Therapy with Animals Inc., a local nonprofit riding center, is accepting applications for new board members.

Confidential applications should include a resume and a cover letter and be mailed to Northfield Ranch Therapy Inc., P.O. Box 5672, Pahrump, NV 89041.

Friends of the Library meet

The Friends of the Pahrump Library will meet at 9:15 a.m. March 7 in the library conference room.

Michael Neu will discuss real estate issues, the court system and foreclosures.

Everyone is welcome. Call 727-9823 for more information.

United Way accreditation

United Way will be accepting applications from not-for-profit agencies (501(c)3) in Nye County through March 9.

Applications will be mailed this week to the agencies on the local United Way of Nye County's mailing list.

United Way accreditation is required in order for 501(c)3 agencies to apply for the allocation of United Way funds.

Completed applications may be mailed to United Way of Nye County, P.O. Box 5019, Pahrump, NV 89041 and must be received in the office, not just postmarked, no later than 5 p.m. March 9.

Call Cathy Cressler, 775-727-0254, or Bob Baker, 775-751-3734, to request an application packet or to get more information.

VEA Scholarship Program

Valley Electric will award six educational scholarships to assist qualified individuals in furthering their education.

Awarded will be two full-time vocational/technical scholarships, two full-time academic scholarships and two continuing education scholarships.

Applications are available on VEA's Web site, www.vea.coop or call 727-5312 for more information. The deadline is March 13.

Family to Family Calendar

The schedule for Family to Family Connection for February.

Feb. 20 -- Car Seat Safety, 10 a.m., Amargosa Apostolic Church.

Feb. 20 -- Food pantry, Amargosa Senior Center, 1 p.m.

Feb. 23 -- Car seat check, call for an appointment.

Feb. 27 -- Nevada Early Intervention Explore and Learn playgroup, 11 a.m.

Tuesdays -- Nurturing Parent class, 1-3 p.m., Spanish.

Wednesdays -- Nurturing Parent class, 1-3 p.m., English.

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.

VFW in February

The VFW hosts a swap meet the second and fourth Saturday of each month 9-4 p.m. on the VFW grounds. The third Saturday at 11 a.m., VFW Ladies Auxiliary at 1 p.m.

Wednesday -- poker, noon;

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.; the cost is $6 to $8.

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

Libertarians organizing

The Libertarian Party will hold an organization convention 9 a.m.-noon, Feb. 21, at Wulfy's. The meeting is free and open to the public.

Call 702-967-0763 for more information or e-mail rayduensing@lpnevada.org.

Laureate Omicron meets

The Laureate Omicron chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will meet at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 23, in the home of Jennie Keefe, who will present the cultural program, "What It Takes to be Happy."

Guests are welcome. Call 751-9689 for more information.

RPEN meets

The Pahrump chapter of Retired Public Employees of Nevada will meet at 3 p.m. Feb. 19 in the Pahrump Community Library.

The guest speaker will be from Nathan Adelson Hospice. Call 751-4782 for more information.

Salvation Army yard sale

The Salvation Army will hold a yard sale 8-2 p.m. Feb. 21, at the Salvation Army Corps, 721 S. Buol Lane.

This is a multi-family event with a variety of items for all ages.

Prom dress drive

The NyE Communities Coalition is sponsoring the annual drive for gently used formal and semi-formal prom dresses, accessories and dress shoes to help girls go to the prom.

Martinizing Dry Cleaning will donate cleaning.

Financial contributions are also being accepted to help young men with the price of prom tickets.

Take all items to Nevada Federal Credit Union, NyE Communities Coalition, 2280 E. Calvada Blvd., or call Joanna, 727-9970, for more information.

Library Youth Art Month

March is Youth Art Month and the Pahrump Community Library will display local art by youths age 18 and under.

To have art on display, bring it to the library after Feb. 23. The piece must be clearly labeled with artist's name, age, and title of work on the front, and a phone number on the back or bottom.

Drawings, painting, crayon, sculpture, etc. will be accepted.

Displayed works may rotate, depending on the number of entries.

Library staff will make every effort to secure the items, but cannot be held responsible for damage or theft.

Works may be picked up after March 31 and items not claimed by April 15 will be discarded.

Call 727-5930, ext. 17, for more information.

Free radon test kits

Radon, the number one cause of lung cancer in non-smokers, is a cancer-causing radioactive gas.

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Office and the Nevada State Health Division are offering free testing kits.

The kits will be available for a limited time.

For more information, call Susan Roberts, 775-856-8406.

Rebuilding Together

Rebuilding Together is seeking homeowners who need help with repairs, free of charge.

The volunteer organization helps those who need to stay warm, dry, safe and secure in their homes.

Applications are available at Galiano's American Grill at the intersection of Postal and Loop roads.

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.

Healing room

New Hope Fellowship is offering a healing room for those who are ill and in need of prayer 1-3 p.m. Sundays.

Call Carole, 751-6898, for an appointment or more information.

This is a service offered by New Hope, but not on their premises.

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.

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 locations or call 537-2323.

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

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.

AGLOW meets

AGLOW, the interdenominational Christian women's organization will meet 9:30-11:30 a.m. Feb. 21 in the conference room of the Pahrump Community Library, 701 S. East St.

There will be a silent auction fundraiser, fun games, praise, worship and a time for personal prayer ministry. Everyone is invited.

Call 727-5181 for more information.

Women's self-defense class

Homeland Heroes and the Nye County Sheriff's Office will sponsor a two-day women's self-defense class 8-4 p.m., Feb. 28 and March 1 in the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Call Denise, 513-8636, for more information or to register.

The next class will be April 9 and 10.

Ash Wednesday services

* The Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church will hold Ash Wednesday services at 7 p.m. Feb. 25, 1300 E. Highway 372.

Everyone is invited.

* St. Martin's in the Desert Episcopal Church will have Ash Wednesday services at noon, Feb. 25. Wednesday evening services will be held at 6 p.m. March 4 through April 8.

The church is located at 631 W. Irene St.

Call 537-1115 for more information.

Pahrump home-schoolers

There is a new Web site for Pahrump home-schoolers who: do not wish to be a part of a home-schooling group, are new to the area, wish to connect with another family on their own or just want to know there are more home-schoolers out here.

The Web address is groups.yahoo.com/Pahrumphomeschoolconnection. E-mail Melissa at Pahrumphomeschoolconnection-owner@yahoogroups.com for more information.

Women support groups

No To Abuse is offering two support groups for women: A support group for women who have experienced domestic violence meets from 1-3 p.m. on Tuesdays and 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.

A support group for women who have experienced domestic violence or armed forces related trauma will meet from 1-3 p.m. on Thursdays.

Meetings will be held at No to Abuse, 621 S. Blagg Road.

For more information call Robyn at 751-1118.

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.

O-Mok-See

Rising Star Equestrian Association will offer another O-Mok-See on Feb. 28.

Sign-ups will start at 9 a.m. with the event to begin at 10 a.m. The cost is $10 for members and $25 for non-members. There will be a mutton bustin' event for ages 6 and under following the O-Mok-See.

Call 727-6383 or 751-5853 for more information.

Mammovan

The Nevada Health Centers Mammovan will be in Pahrump 8:15-3:15 p.m. March 23-26 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

To qualify for a mammogram, a woman must be at least 40 and have qualifying insurance. Mammograms are free for the uninsured.

Appointments are limited and necessary.

Call 877-581-6266 for more information and to make an appointment.

Horse auction

The Nye County Animal Shelter will auction six horses beginning at 10 a.m. Feb. 21 behind the sheriff's office, 171 N. Kittyhawk Drive.

The animals to be auctioned are :

Paint mare, 4 years old, halter broken;

Black mare, 9 years old, for use as a pet or brood mare due to a previous injury;

Dark bay mare, 13 years old, halter and saddle broken;

Buckskin gelding, 20 years old, needs TLC fro having been abandoned in the desert;

Bay mare, 20 years old, gentle and sweet;

Palomino gelding, 10 years old, sweet, has had knee surgery but can go on gentle rides.

These horses seem to be in generally good condition, however, Nye County makes no expressed or implied guarantee of temperment or health.

Call 751-7020 for more information.

Messianic Jewish Bible study

There will be a meeting for Messianic Jewish Bible study at 6 p.m., Feb. 22 with Rabbi Samuel Oppenheim, 2570 Idlewild St.

Call 751-6106 for more information.

Democrat Central Committee meets

The Democrat Central Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 23, in Room B of the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Call 751-9966, 9-3 p.m., Monday through Friday, for more information.

Pahrump Chamber of Commerce

Feb. 25 -- The chamber mixer will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Pahrump Community Library. The event will be hosted by Friends of the Library. The cost will be $5 for members and $10 for non-members.

Call 727-5800 for more information.

Food drive

Nye County Emergency Services will host another food drive 10-2 p.m. Feb. 28 in the parking lot of Albertson's, 200 S. Highway 160.

Items needed include peanut butter, jellies, beans, noodles, rice and canned products such as meats, fruits, soups and vegetables.

The food drive will help to keep the food banks full.

NCES will also be handing out disaster preparedness information.

Call 751-4279 for more information.

Volunteers wanted

The Nevada Outreach Training Organization (NOTO) needs volunteers to man the food pantry located at the offices, 621 S. Blagg Road.

Duties include stocking shelves, checking expiration dates, preparing food boxes for clients, assisting with commodities delivery, inventory and other related tasks.

Volunteers should be able to work four hours per day, for one or more days per week and must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds with and without mechanical assistance.

Applicants must understand and be able to follow directions and be able to communicate orally and in writing.

Background checks and drug screening are required.

For applications and more information, call Lee Gale, 751-1118, or come by the office between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

Free tax return service

Pahrump tax aides are IRS trained counselors offering free tax return services beginning 9-3:30 p.m., every Wednesday and Saturday, through April 22, at the Bob Ruud Community Center, Room B.

The service is open to young, low income taxpayers and seniors who may qualify for Earned Income Credit and are not receiving it.

A handicap or the working-hour challenged may make other arrangements by appointment only. Appointments may be made by calling 727-4258 and leaving a name and phone number twice, or via e-mail at fordpayne@juno.com.