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Fundraiser

Secret Sisters Boutique will have the semi-annual $1.99 parking lot sale 8-4 p.m. March 29 in the parking lot adjacent to Ace Hardware.

Part of the proceeds will benefit No To Abuse.

Family to Family Calendar

The schedule for Family to Family Connection for February.

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

March 30 -- Assistencia Con applicacion de Energia de Elecricidad.

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.

PAVED free workshop

PAVED will sponsor a free workshop 1-3 p.m. April 2 in the Pahrump Town Annex next to the community pool.

This is a financial workshop geared to understanding the stimulus package enacted by President Obama to help small businesses.

The SBA program is designed to help bussiness' grow and succeed. The government guarantees up to 90 percent of the loan amount and subsidized the SBA fees.

The new changes have made it easier for business owners to get the capital they need.

Call Darce Wilson, 702-595-0713, for more information.

Fifth Sunday sing

There will be an all church fifth Sunday sing at 6 p.m. March 29 in the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Gather and sing to praise the Lord with all types of music, hymns and worship.

Call 751-1693 for more information.

Special services

The Church of the Pentecost, UPCI, will have two nights of revival at 7:30 p.m. March 27 and 6 p.m. March 28 at 781 S. Woodchips.

Guest speaker will be pastor Ron Garrett of Glendale, Ariz.

Everyone is invited. Call 727-6681 for more information.

Relay for Life fundraiser

The High Desert Linedancers will host an Easter dinner celebration starting at 6 p.m., April 3 at the Pahrump Nugget. There will be an Easter basket auction, chance drawings, a silent auction and live entertainment.

Filet mignon will be served and semi-formal dress is requested.

Tickets at $60 per person and are available at the chamber of commerce.

All proceeds go to Relay For Life.

Democrat captains meet

A meeting for the Democrat precinct captains will be at 8 a.m.-noon, March 28 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Call Fran Rust, 727-3978, for more information.

Blood drive

Pahrump Valley Cruisers, Hot Rods and Big Hearts will sponsor a blood drive 4-8 p.m. April 3 and 8-1 p.m. April 4 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

For an appointment log on to www.bloodhero.com with the sponsor code "Pahrump cruisers" or call United Blood Services, 562-2166.

DAV relocated

The Disabled American Veterans service officer, Reggie Knight, has relocated his offices to Desert View Hospital, 360 S. Lola Lane. The hours remain the same.

Volunteers for security

The Pahrump Community Library is accepting applications for volunteer security persons. Volunteers are asked to give five to 10 hours per week.

Applications are available at the main circulation desk.

O-Mok-See

The Rising Star Equestrian Association, N.P.O., will hold another O-Mok-See March 28-29 at McCullough Arena.

Signup starts at 9 a.m. each day and the event starts at 10.

There will be a cowboy church on Sunday at 8 a.m.

The cost is $10 per entry 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 Ladeana, 727-6383, or Susan, 751-5853 for more information.

Chamber calendar

* PVCC Insurance Program for members only

The Business to Business Luncheon will be 11:45 a.m., April 13 in the events center of the Pahrump Nugget.

The luncheon is co-sponsored by Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield.

The cost is $10 for members and $20 for non-members.

R.S.V.P. by April 6, 727-5800, ask for Nancy.

* Biz Expo kick-off and membership mixer

There will be a kick-off breakfast and mixer at 8:30 a.m., April 23 in the events center of the Pahrump Nugget.

Biz Expo exhibitors admitted free with a ticket.

The keynote speaker will be Tom Saitta, business owner/entrepreneur/entertainer.

The cost is $10 for members not exhibiting in the Expo and $20 for non-members.

R.S.V.P. to Nancy, 727-5800, by April 17.

* Vendors, there's still time

The 11th annual Biz Expo will be April 24 and 25 in the Pahrump Nugget Events Center. This is the premier event sponsored by the chamber and it is a great time to showcase a business to the community. Admission to the public is free.

PVCC members should contact the chamber, 727-5800, to reserve a space.

* Biz Expo April 24-25

This is the largest trade show in rural Southern Nevada.

The hours will be noon-7 p.m., Friday and 9-7 p.m., Saturday. Admission is free.

Lost to addiction support group

A new support group is forming for survivors of loved ones lost to addiction.

The first meeting will be at 6 p.m., April 2 in the training room at Desert View Hospital, 360 S. Lola Lane.

The group will meet each Thursday.

The meeting is open and non-smoking.

Call Darlene, 727-5805, for more information.

Women's self-defense class

The Nye County Sheriff's Office and Homeland Heroes will present another two-day women's self defense class 8-4 p.m. April 9 and 10 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Learn what to do and what not to do to protect yourself in a viable situation.

Call 513-8636 for more information and to reserve a space.

Preston Dockter blood drive

Rosemary Clarke Middle School and United Blood Services will conduct a blood drive, 2:30-6:30 p.m., March 31 in the RCMS cafeteria. The drive is dedicated to the memory of Preston Dockter.

Dockter was a teacher at RCMS and a coach at Pahrump Valley High School. He died in a motorcycle wreck September 2008.

Call 727-5546, ext. 5108 for more information.

New coin club meets

A recently formed coin club in Pahrump will meet at 10 a.m., April 4 in the UNR Cooperative Extension Office, corner of Dandelion Street and Calvada Boulevard.

The meeting is open to anyone interested in coins, paper money, tokens, medals, and ancient or gold coins.

Regular meetings will be the first Saturday of each month.

Call Jonathan Kopera, 537-2426, for more information.

Amargosa food pantry

The Amargosa Senior Center will have a food pantry open from 1-3 p.m., March 26 in the Senior Center, 443 E. Desert Senior Center Lane.

Call 751-5898 or 775-372-5412, for more information.

Mt. Charleston book fair

Mt. Charleston Elementary will hold the annual book fair through March 27 in the library of the school.

The library will be open noon-2 p.m. to view or purchase books.

Checks should be made payable to Mt. Charleston Elementary School.

Call 727-7892 for more information.

Democratic Precinct 16 meets

The first meeting of the Nye County Democratic Precinct 16 will be 9:30-11:30 a.m. March 28 in the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Meet with voters and discuss the future of the Democratic Party in Nye County.

Coffee and pastries will be served.

Call 727-3978 for more information.

Model Train Club meets

The Pahrump Model Train Club will meet at 9 a.m. March 28 in the Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church, 1300 E. Highway 372.

Everyone is welcome who has an interest in trains.

Tony Fernandez will continue his discussion of steam engines.

Call Chandler, 751-0311, or Conrad, 751-2230, for more information.

Easter services

* Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church

April 5 -- Palm Sunday worship, 10 a.m.; Last Supper Reenactment, 7 p.m.

April 9 -- Maundy Thursday worship and communion, 7 p.m.

April 10 -- Good Friday worship, noon.

April 12 -- Easter sunrise services, Petrack Park, 6 a.m.; worship, 10 a.m.

* First Southern Baptist Church

April 12 -- Sunrise service, 6:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast, immediately following; morning bible clasees, 9:45 a.m.; "In the Presence of Jehovah," a presentation by the choir, 11 a.m.

Kiwanis scholarships

The Kiwanis Club of Pahrump is accepting applications for their scholarship program.

Applications can be picked up at Kaye's AllState Insurance in Albertson's plaza, or by calling 751-8228 for more information.

Republican Central Committee meets

The Nye County Republican Central Committee will meet 1-3 p.m., March 28 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Call Rosemarie, 751-8451 or Fely, 513-8447, for more information.

Masonic breakfast

The Pahrump Masonic Lodge will host another fundraiser breakfast 8 a.m.- noon, April 11 at the lodge, 281 Gemini Dr.

Ham and cheese omelettes, cowboy potatoes and toast will be on the menu. Donation is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. The event is open to the public.

The proceeds benefit their scholarship fund.

Call 537-6988 for more information.

Faith Fellowship yard sale

Faith Fellowship will hold a yard sale 8 a.m.-noon March 28 at the Storage Shed, across the street from Albertson's between Desert Spirit Trading Post and Key Quest.

Democrat Central Committee meets

The Democrat Central Committee will meet at 7 p.m. March 30 in Room B of the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Call 751-9966, 9-5 p.m., Monday through Friday, for more information.

Computer Users meet

The Pahrump Computer Users will meet at 1 p.m. April 6 in the large meeting room of the library.

Mike Irwin will present the new "Windows 7" and Don will summarize programs available from Google.

Ample parking is provided in the rear of the library and is the preferred parking area. Handicapped parking is still in the front.

Memberships are available for $5 at check in.

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

Fast Track program

The Nye County adult education program is offering GED testing and courses.

The GED test can be used to waive English, math, science and social studies electives depending on test scores.

Nevada High School Proficiency Exams with passing scores are a prerequisite, and the adult education offers those classes as well.

For more information, stop by the office, 484 S. West Street, Building D, or call 751-6822, ext. 266.

Register community events

There is a new community calendar Web site where anyone can post events.

Go to www.pahrumpcommunitycalendar.com or contact paula@pahrumpcommunitycalendar.com.

Fish Fry

Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church will host a fish fry 4-7 p.m. each Friday through April 3, 781 E. Gamebird Road.

Fried and baked fish dinners are $7. They will also have fish tacos, fish taco dinners, clam chowder and homemade desserts.

Coffee or punch is free and other beverages will be available.

Prom dresses available

The NyE Communities Coalition has beautiful prom dresses, shoes and accessories available at no charge. The items will be available 2:30-5:30 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays, March 18 through April 16 at NyE Communities Coalition, 2280 E. Calvada Blvd., Suite 103.

Call Joanna, 727-9970, for more information.