Library notices

* The Pahrump Community Library has new hours.

The hours will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday and closed Sundays and holidays.

* Movie Day is canceled for September.

* Halloween Costume Drive -- Bring new or gently used constumes to the library Sept. 16 through Oct. 16. All sizes are welcome.

* The Pahrump Anime Club will hold its regular meeting noon to 4 p.m., Sept. 19. Showings this month will be: noon, Inuyasha No. 43 - 45 (English); 1 p.m., Jyu-Oh-Sei No. 6 (Sub- Titled); 1:30 p.m., Negma!? Series 2, No. 4 (English); 2 p.m., Sasami Magical Girls Club No. 3 and 4 (English); 3 p.m., Kenichi: The Mightiest Disciple No. 1-2 (English). Bring your raffle tickets. No unaccompanied children under the age of 10.

* Free computer instruction for beginner users is offered at 1 p.m. Wednesdays. Sign up at the library.

* Shakespeare Made Simple meets at 9:30 a.m. the third Saturday of each month.

The current play is "Merchant of Venice." Sessions are free.

* Shakespeare Readers Theatre meets 4-5:30 p.m. each Tuesday at the library. The current reading is "Much Ado About Nothing."

E-mail ezshakespeare @yahoo.com for more information.

* The library has adult literacy tutor available now.

Adults interested in getting help with reading skills, call 727-5930, ext. 19.

The service is free.

Sheriff's open forum schedule

Sheriff Tony DeMeo will hold public open forums at Wulfy's Sports Bar at 1 p.m. on the following dates:

Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 22 and Dec. 20.

Amargosa solar project meeting

The BLM will hold an informational meeting on the Solar Millennium, LLC solar energy project proposed for Amargosa Valley from 6 to 8 p.m., Sept. 22 at the Beatty Community Center, 100 A Avenue South.

The BLM is accepting comments for the preparation of an Environmental Impact Statement for the Amargosa Farm Road project.

There will be an open house format with a brief, formal presentation followed by public comment.

AARP Driver Safety

AARP will sponsor a two-day driver safety program from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 22 and 23.

Consult your insurance agent to learn about auto insurance discounts.

Call 727-3858 for more information and to register.

Religious education

Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church is now registering for religious education classes for youth ages 3 and up.

Classes will begin Sept. 27.

Stop by the parish hall, 781 Gamebird Road, or call 727-4044, for more information.

Dog Agility Club

The UNR 4-H K-9 Kapers Dog Agility Club is looking for youth ages 10 to 18 and their dogs to have fun while teaching the animal to jump and go through tunnels and over bridges.

Adult helpers are needed as well. No experience is necessary.

Call Debby Woodland, 727-5532, or e-mail woodlandd@unce.unr.edu for more information.

Solar water heater information

Valley Electric Association will hold informational meetings on the domestic solar hot water heater program from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sept. 22, 23 and 24 in the hospitality suite at Saddle West.

Participants can sign up for a site visit to assess installation; meet the manufacturer, the contractors and the VEA staff; view the equipment and ask questions.

Valley Cruisers blood drive

The Valley Cruisers Car Club will sponsor a blood drive from 4 to 8 p.m., Oct. 9 and from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Oct. 10 at the Bob Ruud Community Center, corner of Highway 160 and Basin Avenue.

Call Lee Cromer, 751-0994, for more information.

Republican Central Committee

* Fundraiser for Gov. Jim Gibbons -- afternoon, Sept. 26, Republican office, Highway 160 next to Saddle West Parking lot.

* Sign volunteers -- The Nye County Republican Central Committee is looking for volunteers to make and hold signs at the Fall Festival parade in support of Gov. Jim Gibbons.

Call 513-8447 for more information.

NAH training scheduled

Nathan Adelson Hospice will hold a two-day volunteer training class from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Oct. 12 and 13 at 1480 E. Calvada Blvd., Suite 900.

The training covers everything needed to volunteer time with patients, families, run errands, do office work or work in fundraising.

Call 751-5601 for more information.

RCMS after school program

Rosemary Clarke Middle School's after school SAFE Club operates from 2 to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

The program is staffed by certified teachers and funded through the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant.

SAFE is open to all RCMS students.

Snacks are provided before homework help.

Enrichment activities are scheduled from 4 to 5 p.m.

Registration forms are available in the counseling center or online at rclarke.nye.k12.nv.us.

Call Linda Kunzi, 727-5546, extension 2125 for more information.

Autism support

The Autism support group will meet from 7 to 9 p.m., the third Tuesday of every month at Wulfy's.

NCPPD workshops

The Nevada Center for Public Policy Dialogue will hold a series of workshops through Great Basin's Community Service Program.

Four are scheduled as follows:

Oct. 10, noon to 4 p.m.; Oct. 24, 9 a.m. to noon; Nov. 7 and 21, 9 a.m. to noon.

The purpose of the workshops is to help the community use effective techniques discussing isues of public concern.

Those interested in attending should call 727-1026 and ask to register for class No. BI 023Z 101: Train the Trainer Workshops, or log on to www.gbcnv.edu.

The cost is $10 to cover materials.

RSVP notices

* Retired and Senior Volunteer Program drivers needed.

Want to feel really good? Volunteer to help a senior friend or neighbor who no longer drives. RSVP helps seniors stay independent and in their own homes as long as possible by offering rides to local doctors, dentists, library, the banks or shopping.

Any driver over 55 is eligible for mileage stipend, up to $60 per quarter for volunteering to drive. Additionally, we enjoy a bi-annual volunteer appreciation awards dinner, our annual mid-winter get-together, training, T-shirts, and the best gift of all -- the sincere thanks of the person you have helped.

* Respite Caregiver Program

Are you a caregiver for a friend or a loved one? Do you need a break?

If so, the RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program) may provide the relief you need. We all know that a caregiver rarely gets time for their own basic needs and may feel isolated, lonely or frustrated. The RSVP

Respite Caregiver Program provides mature, reliable people who will come to your home for a few hours at a time so you will be free to shop, bank, go to the library, visit a friend, attend church, get your hair cut or just go for a nice, long walk.

* Retired and Senior Volunteer Program

Many local seniors would love to hear from you. RSVP has a friendly Telephone Tree in Pahrump. It takes only a few minutes, once a week, to brighten the days of a senior who may live alone, who feels lonely or isolated, who may not have family living near. You can make a difference.

Join us in helping our local seniors to feel like a part of the community. Volunteer with RSVP, call Jan Lindsay at 751-5282.

Burn moratorium

The Bureau of Land Management and Forestry and Pahrump Valley Fire-Rescue have placed a burn moratorium to remain in effect until late fall.

Call 751-4000 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.

Beta chapter Xi meets

Beta chapter Xi of Beta Sigma Phi will meet at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at Marieta's home.

New and perspective members are welcome.

Call 751-0542 for more information.

PV Baseball car wash

Pahrump Valley Baseball Association will have a car wash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sept. 19 at Sunflower Fashions, corner of Highway 160 and Loop Road.

All donations are appreciated and will be used to help with expenses for the upcoming season.

Rally scheduled

The Pahrump Rally Against Socialized Medicine will be at 7 p.m., Sept. 23 at the northwest corner of Highway 160 and 372, close to McDonald's.

The rally is organized by Gary Marchinke and Ty Warbasse,

Call 537-0310 for more information.

Rummage sale

Saved by Grace Lutheran Church will have a rummage sale from 1 to 4 p.m., Oct. 2, and from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Oct. 3 at the church, 1481 Gamebird Road.

Items will be priced to sell.

Haven Selah benefit concert

Haven Selah, having suffered damage to the meeting building in a recent fire, is seeking donations of help with the restoration work.

The Fuller/Haven Fire Fund has been set up at Bank of America for cash donations.

There will be a fundraiser potluck dinner at 5 p.m., Oct. 10, followed by a harp concert featuring Susan Zink and Marilyn Gamble at 6:30 p.m., on the site, 1680 N. Blagg Road, between Irene Street and Mesquite Avenue.

Call Liz Kerby, 209-3133, for more information or to volunteer help with restoration.

Social Security representative

The field representative from the Las Vegas Social Security office will be in Pahrump at 9 a.m., Sept. 29 at the Bob Ruud Community Center.

Bring any necessary documents to apply for benefits. They must be original or certified copies, photocopies will not be accepted.

If unable to attend, toll free service is available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday-Friday except national holidays. The toll free number is 800-772-1213. For online services go to www.socialsecurity.gov.

Wall of Heroes full

The Wall of Heroes at Walmart is temporarily not accepting pictures due to space limitations.

When other arrangements are available, they will resume accepting pictures.

Call Denise Choyce, 727-1939, for more information.

Rummage sale

Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church will have a rummage sale 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 18, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sept. 19, in the parish hall, 781 E. Gamebird Road.

Sloppy Joe's and hot dogs will be available at the sale.

Call 727-4044 for more information.

Air Force cake cutting

Homeland Heroes will sponsor a cake-cutting ceremony for the 62nd birthday of the US Air Force at 5:15 p.m., Sept. 18 in front of the main, southside entrance of the Pahrump Nugget.

There will be several guest speakers.

The event is open to all veterans and active duty military personnel.

Call 513-8628 for more information.

Desert View Hospital flu clinics

Three walk-in clinics will be held in the main lobby of Desert View Hospital, 360 Lola Lane on the following schedule:

Sept. 30 -- 4 to 7 p.m.

Oct. 3 -- 9 a.m. to noon.

Oct. 6 -- 1 to 4 p.m.

No appointment is needed.

The flu shot is free to Medicare Part B recipients, however, you must not be part of any Medicare Advantage program such as Senior Dimensions, Secure Horizons, Aetna, etc.

The fee is $20 for the public.

Call 751-7500 for more information.

VFW calendar

The VFW on Homestead Road has an ongoing schedule of events.

Breakfast, 8-11 a.m., Sundays.

Panini special, Mondays, $6 plate.

Hamburger Night 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesdays, $6 plate includes salad or potato salad and chips.

Dinner, 5-7 p.m., Fridays, $7 eat-in and $7.50 carry out.

Swap Meet, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., second and fourth Saturdays, $10 for space and table or $7 for just space.

Call 727-6072 for more information.

Town e-letter

The Town of Pahrump is starting an e-newsletter to residents of Pahrump to provide information on upcoming events, agenda items and general town news.

The newsletter will include information on town projects, departments and advisory boards, staff viewpoints and points of interest.

Anyone interested in receiving the new newsletter should send their e-mail address to bkohbarger@pahrumpnv.org.

Be informed, subscribe today.

Collecting old eyeglasses

Girl Scout Troop No. 503 is collecting old eyeglasses for the Lions Club.

The eyeglasses are used to make new glasses for kids and adults unable to afford them.

Donations can be dropped off at Kelly Hawkins Physical Therapy, 921 S. Highway 160, Suite 409.

Call 764-0760 for more information.

Pathways needs math tutors

Pathways needs math tutors in everything from algebra to calculus.

Contact the volunteers office, 727-7743, extension 259. Leave a message if there is no answer.

Dream Chaser Ranch hay sale

Dream Chaser Ranch Horse Rescue is selling hay as a fundraiser.

The bales are 3-string alfalfa from Utah. It is green and smells sweet.

The cost is $9.50 per bale or $9 per bale for 20 or more.

The horse rescue is located at 3610 N. Murphy St.

Call Diane, 513-0945, for more information.

Abortion study group

First Choice Pregnancy Center is offering a free post-abortion study group.

Get healing and understanding in the walk through this woman's study.

Call 751-2229 for more information.

GBC Career Connection

Several community service providers are offering unpaid training opportunities to community members.

GBC Career Connection will provide an orientation allowing participants to explore career options and develop personal and professional skills for community volunteering

Call Claudia, 537-2323, extension 204 for more information.

West Star

West Star Old Dog Rescue and Thrift Store is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday at 780 Manse Road.

West Star II Thrift Store is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 5 p.m.; Friday noon to 4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 4951 S. Pahrump Valley Blvd.

Call 727-9273 for more information.

Chief Tecopa Cemetery book

The Pahrump Nevada Genealogy Society presented the town board with a copy of a book detailing the burials in the Chief Tecopa Cemetery over the last 10 years.

This three-year project is available for purchase from the society by calling Phyllis Alvis, 751-9032.

4-H

The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Southern Nye County 4-H Culture Club is seeking youth age 9 and up who want to learn to knit or crochet.

Currently, this 4-H project group meets at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Enrollment dues are $1 per year for most project clubs.

Donation of yarn of any weight/color would be appreciated.

Call Debby Woodland, 727-5532, for more information.

Overeaters Anonymous meets

Overeaters Anonymous meets 11 a.m. to noon, each Tuesday morning in the basement training room of Desert View Hospital.

Those having problems with eating habits are welcome.

Call 537-2391 for more information.

Inyo election

Mary Roper, the Inyo County clerk reminds voters there will be an election Nov. 3 to fill vacancies for the following boards:

Community Service Districts, Fire Protection Districts, Sanitary Districts and Water Districts.

The filing period for all positions is July 13 through Aug. 7, 2009.

Call 760-878-0224 for more information.

Online gardening group

Pahrump can be frustrating to gardeners. A Internet group has been formed to learn what does and doesn't work and to share triumphs and horror stories.

Learn tips on bug control, house plants and get ideas from others.

The Web address is www.groups,yahoo.com/group/pahrumpgardening.

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.

Public service announcement

The Nye County Sheriff's Office offers a free service to check for sex offenders living in your area. The service has been in existence since 2006.

To check your neighborhood go to www.nyesheriff.net and click on the sex offender link. Follow the instructions.

For more information, call Dep. Ray Robert, 751-7030.

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.

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.

Pahrump Presbyterians

The Pahrump Presbyterians will start a Bible study of the New Testament from a historical perspective at 2:30 p.m. Sunday afternoons in the home of Bob Ferguson, 3960 Sagebrush.

Call 537-1311 for more information.

Help with Veterans claims

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

The office is open on Wednesdays only.

No appointment is necessary.

Call 910-9345 for more information.

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.

Job seekers 55 and older

AARP Foundation has a few part-time, temporary positions for unemployed persons 55 and older and have extremely limited income.

For more information register at Nevada JobConnect, 1541 E. Basin Ave., or call 537-2323 and ask for the AARP Foundation coordinator.

Exchange Students

Can't afford to travel? Bring the world to you.

Share Pahrump and America with others.

These young people come with their own insurance and expense money.

Pahrump coordinators help with the details.

Call Bob or Lisa Holleman, 209-3282 or stop by Pahrump Party Supply for more information.

Prostate cancer support

The Pahrump chapter of US-TOO, an international prostate cancer support group met for the first time Jan. 22.

The mission is to communicate timely and reliable information to enable informed choices regarding the detection and treatment of prostate cancer.

The support group meets the fourth Thursday of the month except November and December holidays 5-6:30 p.m. in the Pahrump Community Library.

Call Jim, 727-7482, or Tom, 751-3573, 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.

Family to Family Calendar

The center has moved to a new location at 621 S. Blagg Road, behind No to Abuse.

Summer hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The schedule for Family to Family Connection for September:

Sept. 25 -- NEIS Explore and Learn playgroup canceled.

Sept. 18 -- CPR, 10 a.m., fee and registration required.

Sept. 21 -- Nurturing Parenting for prenatal parents, new session, 1-3 p.m.

Sept. 22 -- Nurturing Parenting (Spanish), new session 1-3 p.m.

Sept. 22 -- Make and play edible Playdoh, 11 a.m.

Sept. 24 -- Nurturing Parenting, 10 a.m., Amargosa.

Sept. 24 -- Amargosa food pantry, 1-3 p.m., Senior Center.

Mondays -- Prenatal parenting class, 1-3 p.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 8-4 p.m., Monday-Friday.

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

PVUMC celebrates 25 years

Pahrump Valley United Methodist Church will celebrate 25 years of service beginning Sept. 19 with a welcome dinner for charter members and friends.

The evening program will include church history and music.

Sept. 20 will begin with a continental breakfast at 7:30 a.m.

The Sunday service will be at 10 a.m. and the theme will be "Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow." There will be special music and speakers.

All are welcome.

Call 727-6767 for more information.

AGLOW meets

AGLOW, the international interdenominational Christian women's organization, will meet from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Sept. 19 in the north conference room of the library.

Jacquie Freeman will be the speaker.

Call 727-5181 for more information.

Farmers' market

The weekly farmers' market will continue 7 a.m. to noon, Saturdays through the summer at the Bob Ruud Community Center.