The Pahrump Valley Times wants to know about your event. Tell us if you're having a concert, live music, outdoor movies, parties, art shows etc., and we will help you make it known. For out-of-town venues, please give us two weeks notice.

HDSIFF at the Nugget

The High Desert Shorts International Film Festival will be held from 4:30 p.m. Nov. 5 and continue Nov. 6 and 7 at the Pahrump Nugget.

Competitors this year are from all over the world.

Many filmmakers will be in attendance to answer audience questions.

Admission for all sessions is free.

Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony Nov. 7.

The viewing schedule is available at www.highdesertshortsiff.com.

Ash Meadows day trip

Red Rock Canyon Interpretive Association will conduct a day trip to Ash Meadows Wildlife Refuge Nov. 7.

The oasis contains springs, streams, and species of plants and animals found nowhere else on earth.

The refuge staff will guide participants to see the endangered pupfish, visit two springs, take a short hike and learn why we need to protect endangered species.

Space is limited and the trip is for those 12 years of age and up.

Call 702-515-5367 to reserve a spot. You will be given a starting time and meeting place.

Scrabble players

Adults and teens wanting to play Scrabble on Sundays or possibly evenings in an accessible location should call 727-4911 and leave a message with day and evening numbers for a return call.

Free bridge lessons

Learn to play bridge or pick it up again.

Free lessons and free play. Adults and teenagers welcome.

Call 513-4440 and leave a message with day and evening numbers for a return call.