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The city of Las Vegas Department of Leisure Services offers many special events and activities for children and adults for winter holiday fun. These activities are just a sampling of the many available throughout the year. For a full list of classes and activities available in November-December 2007, call any of the facilities below or the main office at (702) 229-6297. Centers will be closed Nov. 12, 22-23 and Dec. 25. All activities are subject to change. Most activities require advance registration. Senior activities require a $2 annual membership to city of Las Vegas Senior Citizen Programs.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Harvest Happening Fun Family Workshop (all ages)
Wednesday, November 14, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5 per family, includes supplies and light refreshments
Centennial Hills Community Room, inside Centennial Hills Community Center, 6601 W. Buffalo Dr.
Make scarecrows for your yard. Call 229-6729 for registration information.
Free Movie in the Park (all ages)
Friday, November 16, 6:30 p.m. pre-movie activity, 7 p.m. movie
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to enjoy “Nightmare Before Christmas” movie. Dress for the weather. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Event canceled in case of inclement weather.
Butterfly Kisses Daddy/Daughter Dance (all ages)
Saturday, November 17, 6 to 8 p.m. Register by Nov. 9.
Fee: $25 per couple; $20 each additional child.
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
Dress in your finest attire for this annual event filled with dancing, food and pictures. Space is limited.
Cimarron Rose Annual Nickel Carnival (all ages)
Saturday, November 24, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: 5 cents per ticket
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Enjoy games, cookie walks, raffles, face painting, bouncy house and more. Prizes for all!
Saturday Contra Dancing With Southern Nevada Old Time Contra Dancers (all ages)
Saturday, November 24, 7 to 10 p.m.
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush Street, (702) 229-6383
Tickets: $7 adults; $5 members, students & military; $3 children under 16 & non-dancing adults
Relive the era of New England and frontier barn dances, but with a modern twist. Acoustic band plays fiddle tunes, reels, waltzes. All dances are taught and called. Newcomers welcome; partner not needed. Wear flat-soled shoes and casual clothing.
Letters to Santa (all ages)
November 28 through December 9
Fee: $1 per letter
Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 North Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100.
Complete an information form available at the front desk and have your child write a letter to Santa. Deliver both to Santa’s mailbox at the center by Dec. 9, and your child will receive a personalized letter from Santa in time for Christmas.
Popcorn Poppin’ & Pajamas Fun Family Workshop (all ages)
Wednesday, November 28, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5 per family, includes supplies and light refreshments
Centennial Hills Community Room, inside Centennial Hills Community Center, 6601 W. Buffalo Dr.
Popcorn-themed workshop. Call 229-6729 for registration information.
Holiday Craft Show (all ages)
Saturday, December 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Free admission for shoppers; Vendors $15 per table, $20 with electricity
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
All crafts are handmade with nothing priced over $35. Vendors call in advance to reserve space.
18th Annual Holiday Handicraft Sale (all ages)
Saturday, December 1, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Free admission for shoppers.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Purchase handcrafted items, including ceramics, artwork, jewelry, dolls, quilts, rugs, woodcrafts and more. Vendors may rent a table for $10 or $15, if arranged in advance.
28th Annual Stardusters’ Toys for Tots Holiday Square Dance (all ages)
With Stardusters Square Dance Club
Saturday, December 1, 7 to 10 p.m.
Tickets: $3 per person & new, unwrapped toy or $6 per person
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515
Kick your heels up and join the Marines and the Stardusters for an evening of dancing to help make children’s holiday wishes come true. Features special guest callers; light refreshments served.
Las Vegas Youth Orchestras’ Youth Philharmonic Concerto Competition (all ages)
Tuesday, December 4, 6:30 p.m.
Free admission.
Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Boulevard North, (702) 229-6211
Musicians from the Youth Philharmonic perform in solo competition. For information, visit http://www.lvyo.org/  or call 385-2838.
Yuletide Open House (all ages)
Friday, December 7, 6 to 8 p.m. Register by Dec. 3.
Fee: $10 per family
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Enjoy fun family activities and a visit from a special visitor.
Christmas Make and Take Workshop (ages 3-adult)
Friday, Dec. 7, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register early. Space is limited.
Fee: $12
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Create holiday crafts and memories that last. A special guest will appear for family pictures.
Family Game Night (all ages)
Friday, Dec. 7, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $5
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
Enjoy friendly competitions and games together. Concessions available for purchase.
Rainbow Company Youth Theatre’s The Wizard of Oz (all ages)
Dec. 7, 8, 13, 14 and 15 at 7 p.m.
Dec. 9, 15 and 16 at 2 p.m.
Tickets $7 adults, $5 teens & seniors, $3 children 12 & under
Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., (702) 229-6383
Who doesn’t know and love the story of Dorothy’s journey through the Land of Oz? Munchkins, flying monkeys with attitude and the most loveable friends that can be imagined are only a few of the reasons why the entire family will want to return to Oz in this bewitching musical.
Holiday Craft Express Workshop (ages 3-adult)
Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Register at least one week in advance.
Fee: $3 for one craft; $20 for unlimited crafts
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
You and your child create crafts nice enough to give as gifts for your special family and friends.
Vegas Valley Legacy Band Holiday Concert (all ages)
Saturday, Dec. 8, 2 p.m.
Tickets: $7 adults, $5 teens/seniors, $3 children 12 & under
Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Blvd. North, (702) 229-6211
Formed in 2002 to raise awareness of classical music and to support music education, the nonprofit community band plays a wide-ranging repertoire, from classical works to film scores and Broadway show tunes. This concert features popular holiday music.
Children’s Day: Seeds of Our Village (all ages)
Saturday, Dec. 8, 3 to 5 p.m.
Free admission
West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd., (702) 229-4800
Youth do not develop in a vacuum; they develop in healthy villages and communities where they learn the life skills that enable them to become responsible, caring adults. “The seeds of our village,” our children, are acknowledged through dance and spoken word performances.
Make It & Take It Fun Family Workshop (all ages)
Wednesday, Dec. 12, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5 per family, includes supplies and light refreshments
Centennial Hills Community Room, inside Centennial Hills Community Center, 6601 W. Buffalo Drive
Make holiday crafts and goodies. Call 229-6729 for registration information.
Bandstand Jam Series Holiday Sing-Along (all ages)
Friday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m.
Free admission
East Las Vegas Community Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515
Celebrate the season singing with local performers as they present their favorite holiday songs.
Free Diving & Synchronized Swimming Holiday Show (all ages)
Thursday, Dec. 13, 6:30 p.m.
Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6309
Diving and synchronized swimming teams will perform a free holiday show.
Family Holiday Make It & Take It Workshop (ages 4-adult)
Friday, Dec. 14, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Fee: $25 per family, supplies included.
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Paint a family plate with the Artful Potter. Make simple arts and crafts together, decorate cookies and listen to holiday music. Refreshments available for purchase. Register by Dec. 7.
December Fiesta (all ages)
With Acimex, La Nueva 103.5 FM, Recuerdo 99.3 FM and Radio Variedades 870 AM
Saturday, Dec. 15, 5 to 8 p.m.
Free admission
East Las Vegas Community Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave., (702) 229-1515
Celebrate the holiday season with a traditional Hispanic festival featuring live entertainment, food vendors, children’s raffle, and Santa Claus.
Sunday Concert Series: Las Vegas Wind Quintet Annual Holiday Concert (all ages)
Sunday, Dec. 16, 3 p.m.
Free, tickets required.
Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 821 Las Vegas Blvd. North, (702) 229-6211
The quintet, featuring Dave Hawley, clarinet; Sherrie Parker, flute; Mika Brunson, oboe/English horn; Doug Beasley, horn; and Sam Piscotta bassoon, celebrate the season with their annual holiday concert. The music for these concerts is provided by a grant from the Music Performance Fund and was obtained with the cooperation of the Musicians Union of Las Vegas Local No. 369 of the American Federation of Musicians.
Free Holiday Get-A-Way (all ages)
Friday, Dec. 21, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Stupak Community Center, 300 W. Boston Ave., (702) 229-2488.
Enjoy holiday entertainment, pictures with Santa and other festivities.
Free Movie in the Park (all ages)
Friday, Dec. 21, 6:30 p.m. pre-movie activity, 7 p.m. movie
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets to enjoy “Polar Express” movie. Dress for the weather. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Event canceled in case of inclement weather.
Winter Movie in the Pool (all ages)
Saturday, Dec. 22, 4 to 6 p.m.
$2 at the door
Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6309
Watch “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” while relaxing on your raft in the Olympic-size pool.
ShrekArama Fun Family Workshop (all ages)
Wednesday, Dec. 26, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5 per family, includes supplies and light refreshments
Centennial Hills Community Room, inside Centennial Hills Community Center, 6601 W. Buffalo Dr.
Make ogres for the whole family. Call 229-6729 for registration information.
YOUTH & TEEN ACTIVITIES (not sports)
Call and register in advance for all activities.
Colors to Gobble Workshop (ages 3-6)
Wednesday, Nov. 7, 6 to 7 p.m.
Fee: $6
Molasky Community School, 7801 W. Gilmore Ave., (702) 229-5345.
Turn finger-painting talents into works of art. Advance registration required.
Gobbling Turkey Wreath Workshop (ages 7-16)
Tuesday, Nov. 13, 6 to 7 p.m. Register early. Space is limited.
Fee: $12
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Make a turkey wreath for the door and a table decoration for the holiday feast.
Thanksgiving Fun Workshop (ages 4-10)
Wednesday, Nov. 14, 4 to 5 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Make a decoration for Thanksgiving.
Centerpiece and Place Mats Workshop (ages 15+)
Wednesday, Nov. 14, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $8
Molasky Community School, 7801 W. Gilmore Ave., (702) 229-5345.
Kookin’ Kids Workshop (ages 6-14)
Thursday, Nov. 15, 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $10
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Youth make very berry parfaits and Teds on sleds. Containers furnished to take home some.
Gobble! Gobble! Workshop (ages 5-12)
Friday, Nov. 16, 5 to 6 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $5
Rafael Rivera Community Center, 2900 E. Stewart Ave., (702) 229-4600.
Enjoy root beer floats while playing games and making a special turkey day craft.
Turkey Centerpiece & Pilgrim Puppet Workshop (ages 2-7)
Friday, Nov. 16, 6 to 7 p.m. Register early. Space is limited.
Fee: $12
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Children will gobble up turkey cookies, make a pilgrim puppet and a turkey centerpiece.
Crystal Palace Skating Youth Night Hang Out (ages 11-15)
Friday, Nov. 16, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $14
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-5096. Call for information.
Teen Cooking Workshop (ages 10-21)
Saturday, Nov. 17, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $25, includes all supplies
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Learn cooking skills, including cleaning and preparing foods, cooking, serving and tasting.
Teddy Bear Picnic (ages 5-10)
Saturday, Nov. 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: $5 per family
Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 North Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100.
Bring your favorite teddy bear or other stuffed animal and a blanket for this picnic. Be ready for Teddy bearwiches, honey grahams and fun. Advance registration required.
Free Gobble Games (ages 2-12)
Saturday, Nov. 17, 1 to 3 p.m.
Clark Community School, 3074 Arville Street, (702) 365-9272.
Children have fun competing for prizes and gifts to make Thanksgiving even more special.
Parent/Child Craft Creations Workshop (ages 3-5 with parent)
Monday, Nov. 19, noon to 1:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $5, includes all supplies
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Parents, spend quality time crafting with your child in this fun-filled workshop.
Time 4 Turkey Workshop (ages 6-12)
Tuesday, Nov. 20, 6 to 7 p.m. Register early. Space is limited.
Fee: $12
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Make a turkey nut holder dish, toothpick holder and colorful turkey cookies to share with the family.
Stuffed Crispy Rice Turkey Workshop (ages 3-5)
Wednesday, Nov. 21, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Register at least one week in advance.
Fee: $8
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Children will sculpt and stuff a crispie rice turkey that will be the hit of your holiday table.
Terrific T-shirts Workshop (ages 4-10)
Wednesday, Nov. 28, 4 to 5 p.m.
Fee: $5
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Bring a white T-shirt to decorate. Pre-registration is required.
Track Break Holiday Camp (ages 6-11)
Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Fee: $65 per week first child; $60 each additional child per week; or $20 per day
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 North Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
Rafael Rivera Community Center, 2900 E. Stewart Ave., (702) 229-4600.
Registration opens Dec. 3. Children have fun participating in age-appropriate activities in art, crafts, games and sports under supervision and guidance of professional staff.
Sugar Cookies & Letters to Santa Workshop (ages 4-7)
Tuesday, Dec. 4, 4 to 5 p.m.
Fee: $10
Lied Community School, 5340 W. Tropical Pkwy., (702) 229-5072.
Children will make sugar cookies to decorate and write letters to Santa. Register by Nov. 27.
Parents’ Shopping Night (ages 5-12)
Friday, Dec. 7, 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Fee: $10
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Bring your child for pizza, games and crafts. Pre-registration is required.
Children’s Night Out (ages 3-12)
Friday, Dec. 7, 6 to 10 p.m. Register in person by December 6.
Fee: $12
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 North Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Youth play games, make crafts, eat pizza and watch a movie. Must be potty trained.
Breakfast with Santa (ages 1-12)
Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 to 10 a.m.
Fee: $7
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Enjoy a continental breakfast with Santa and celebrate the season. Pre-registration is required.
Breakfast with Santa (ages 1-12)
Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 to 10 a.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $4
Charleston Heights Community School, 6438 Celeste, (702) 229-4440.
Breakfast with Santa (ages 2-6)
Saturday, Dec. 8, 9 to 10 a.m.
Fee: $10
Lied Community School, 5340 W. Tropical Pkwy., (702) 229-5072.
Photo opportunities abound during this annual breakfast with Santa. Pre-registration is required.
Teen Cooking Workshop (ages 10-21)
Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $25, includes all supplies
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Learn cooking skills, including cleaning and preparing foods, cooking, serving and tasting.
Merry Santas Everywhere Workshop (ages 3-15)
Monday, Dec. 10, 5 to 6 p.m. ages 3-6; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. ages 7-15
Fee: $15
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Create edible Santa’s sleigh and a Santa wind chime. Register early. Space is limited.
Free Second Tuesday Activities (ages 4-10)
Tuesday, Dec. 11, 7 to 8 p.m.
Clark Community School, 3074 Arville St., (702) 365-9272.
Children have fun creating crafts, playing games and participating in activities.
Christmas Workshop (ages 3-6)
Wednesday, Dec. 12, 5 to 6 p.m.
Fee: $7
Molasky Community School, 7801 W. Gilmore Ave., (702) 229-5345.
Children make a gift for that special someone. Pre-registration is required.
Christmas Extravaganza Workshop (ages 7-16)
Thursday, Dec. 13, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Register early. Space is limited.
Fee: $15
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Make kitchen mitts, a towel and snowman to celebrate the season.
Kookin’ Kids Workshop (ages 6-14)
Thursday, Dec. 13, 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $10
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Youth make Teddy bear and snowball surprises. Containers furnished to take home some.
Breakfast with Santa (ages 3-8)
Friday, Dec. 14, 9 to 11 a.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $5 plus gift
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Bring a $5 unisex gift for the gift exchange when you join Santa for breakfast.
Paint Your Own Piggy Bank Workshop (ages 3-5)
Friday, Dec. 14, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $10, includes supplies and treat.
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Year-End Party (ages 11-14)
Friday, Dec. 14, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $3 in advance, $5 at the door
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
Friday Night Movie & Meal (ages 9-11)
Friday, Dec. 14, 6 to 8 p.m.
Fee: $10
Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 North Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100.
Enjoy fun, a movie and a meal with friends. Pre-registration is required.
Parents’ Day Off (ages 5-10)
Saturday, Dec. 15, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: $15
Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 North Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100.
Children will watch “Bah, Humduck! A Looney Tunes Christmas,” prepare a Looney Tooney snack and make a movie themed craft. Pre-registration is required.
Free Winter Wonderland Party (ages 2-12)
Saturday, Dec. 15, 1 to 3 p.m.
Clark Community School, 3074 Arville St., (702) 365-9272.
Enjoy entertainment, prizes, snacks and a visit from Santa.
Saint Nick Workshop (ages 4-7)
Saturday, Dec. 15, 1 to 3 p.m.
Fee: $10
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-5096.
Children will make a craft to put under the tree for someone special. Pre-registration is required.
Parent/Child Craft Creations Workshop (ages 3-5 with parent)
Monday, Dec. 17, noon to 1:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $5, includes all supplies
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Ave., (702) 229-6359.
Parents, spend quality time crafting with your child in this fun-filled workshop.
Winter Splash Camp (ages 6-11)
Monday through Friday, Dec. 17-21, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Fee: $100 for week
Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6309
Children will experience snorkeling, water safety, water polo, synchronized swimming, diving, swimming lessons, inner tube water polo, games and crafts. Children must bring sack lunch, swimsuit, towel and change of dry clothes. Limited to 25 youth. Register early. Space is limited.
Grinch Christmas Party & Movie (ages 2-12)
Wednesday, Dec. 19, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Register early. Space is limited.
Fee: $15
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
The Grinch and Santa invite you to make a craft, sing some songs with them, enjoy Who pudding, enjoy a movie and receive a commemorative photograph. Parents must accompany 2-year-olds.
Holiday Gingerbread Houses Workshop (ages 3-15)
Thursday, Dec. 20, 5 to 6 p.m. ages 3-6; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. ages 7-15. Register early.
Fee: $12
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Make an adorable gingerbread house. Awards for most creative and decorative. Space is limited.
Breakfast with Santa (ages 3-12)
Saturday, Dec. 22, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: $20
Molasky Community School, 7801 W. Gilmore Ave., (702) 229-5345.
Eat breakfast with St. Nick and get a photo, too. Pre-registration is required.
CK Holiday Dance Camp (ages 6-15)
Monday through Friday, Dec. 24-28 (no camp Dec. 25), 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $50
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-5096.
Immerse yourself in hip hop during winter break! Pre-registration is required.
Holiday Tot Camp (ages 4-5)
Monday through Friday, Dec. 24 through Jan. 4 (no camp Dec. 25 & Jan. 1), 7 am-6 pm
Fee: $65 per week first child; $60 each additional child per week; or $20 per day
Registration opens Dec. 3. Children have fun participating in age-appropriate activities in art, crafts, games and sports under supervision and guidance of professional staff.
Brinley Community School, 6150 Smoke Ranch Road, (702) 229-2642.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J Street, (702) 229-6374.
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-5096.
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
Rafael Rivera Community Center, 2900 E. Stewart Ave., (702) 229-4600.
Tot Holiday Camp Odyssey (ages 4-5)
Monday through Friday, Dec. 24 through Jan. 4 (no camp Dec. 25 & Jan. 1), 8 am-5:30 pm
Fee: $35 per child per week. Pre-registration is required.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J Street, (702) 229-6374.
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Ave., (702) 229-5096.
Holiday Kids Camp (ages 6-11)
Monday through Friday, Dec. 24 through Jan. 4 (no camp Dec. 25 & Jan. 1), 7 am-6 pm
Fee: $65 per week first child; $60 each additional child per week; or $20 per day
Registration opens Dec. 3. Children have fun participating in age-appropriate activities in art, crafts, games and sports under supervision and guidance of professional staff.
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Brinley Community School, 6150 Smoke Ranch Road, (702) 229-2642.
Charleston Heights Community School, 6438 Celeste, (702) 229-4440.
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
Lied Community School, 5340 West Tropical Pkwy., (702) 229-5072.
Molasky Community School, 7801 W. Gilmore, (702) 229-5345.
Rafael Rivera Community Center, 2900 E. Stewart Ave., (702) 229-4600.
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Ave., (702) 229-2542.
Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 North Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100.
Kids Holiday Camp Odyssey (ages 6-11)
Monday through Friday, Dec. 24 through Jan. 4 (no camp Dec. 25 & Jan. 1), 8 am-5:30 pm
Fee: $35 per child per week. Pre-registration is required.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J Street, (702) 229-6374.
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Avenue, (702) 229-5096.
Stupak Community Center, 300 W. Boston Avenue, (702) 229-2488.
Teen Holiday Camp (ages 12-15)
Monday through Friday, December 24 through January 4 (no camp Dec. 25 & Jan. 1), 7 am-6 pm
Fee: $65 per week first child; $60 each additional child per week; or $20 per day
Registration opens Dec. 3. Teens have fun participating in age-appropriate activities in art, crafts, games and sports under supervision and guidance of professional staff.
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, (702) 229-2482.
Brinley Community School, 6150 Smoke Ranch Road, (702) 229-2642.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J Street, (702) 229-6374.
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Avenue, (702) 229-5096.
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
Lied Community School, 5340 West Tropical Parkway, (702) 229-5072.
Molasky Community School, 7801 West Gilmore, (702) 229-5345.
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Avenue, (702) 229-2542.
Teen Holiday Camp Odyssey (ages 12-15)
Monday through Friday, December 24 through January 4 (no camp Dec. 25 & Jan. 1), 8 am-5:30 pm
Fee: $35 per child per week. Pre-registration is required.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 N. J Street, (702) 229-6374.
Gibson Community School, 3990 W. Washington Avenue, (702) 229-5096.
Santa Express Holiday Specialty Camp (ages 6-11)
Monday through Friday, December 24 through January 4 (no camp Dec. 25 & Jan. 1), 7 am-6 pm
Fee: $100 per week first child; $90 each additional child per week; or $25 per day.
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
Registration opens Dec. 3. Children have fun participating in age-appropriate activities in our exceptional camp program in art, crafts, games and sports under supervision and guidance of professional staff. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.
YOUNG ADULT AND ADULT CLASSES & ACTIVITIES
Letters from the North Pole (adults)
No later than Friday, December 14
Fee: $3
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
Complete a questionnaire and your child age 1 to 14 will receive a personalized letter from Santa before Christmas.
Turkey Know-How Cooking Workshop (ages 16+)
Wednesday, November 7, 5 to 7 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $10
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
Learn something new in this fun-filled workshop. Babysitting provided.
Crafty Creations Workshop (adults)
Wednesday, November 7, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $15, includes most supplies.
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
Thanksgiving Scrapbooking Workshop (ages 16+)
Friday, November 9, 5 to 7 p.m.
Fee: $23, supplies included.
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Avenue, (702) 229-2542.
Bring your paper trimmer, scissors and adhesive to make festive 6” x 6” chipboard albums to celebrate the season. Pre-registration is required.
Holiday Gift Journal Workshop (ages 12-adult)
Saturday, November 17, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $12, includes supplies.
Cimarron Rose Community Center, 5591 N. Cimarron Road, (702) 229-1607.
Make a gift journal and personalize it by choosing from several patterns and accessories.
Couples Dance Workshop (ages 16+)
Saturday, November 17, 1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $30 per couple
Johnson Community School, 340 Villa Monterey, (702) 229-6175.
No experience necessary. Beginners welcome. Glory Wade teaches moves for all levels of expertise. Learn to East Coast swing with pizzazz and foxtrot with flair. Dancing is fun and great exercise, too! Pre-registration is required.
Crafty Creations Workshop (adults)
Wednesday, December 5, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $15, includes most supplies.
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
Holiday Scrapbooking Workshop (ages 16+)
Friday, December 7, 5 to 7 p.m.
Fee: $23, supplies included.
Robison Community School, 4794 Harris Avenue, (702) 229-2542.
Bring your paper trimmer, scissors and adhesive to make festive 6” x 6” chipboard albums to celebrate the season. Pre-registration is required.
Holiday Homemade Rolls Cooking Workshop (ages 16+)
Wednesday, December 12, 5 to 7 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $10
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
Learn something new in this fun-filled workshop. Babysitting provided.
LEAGUES, SPORTS & SWIMMING (all ages)
11th Annual Turkey Shoot Coed Softball Tournament (ages 16+)
Saturday, November 3, 6 to 8 p.m. Register by Nov. 6.
Entry Fee: $175, includes umpire fees
Lorenzi Park, 3333 W. Washington Avenue.
Call (702) 229-1527 for registration information. Sponsor trophy and individual awards for top three and consolation places.
Free Turkey Shoot Basketball Clinic (ages 8-14)
Friday, November 16, 5 to 9 p.m.
Doolittle Community Center, 1950 North J Street, (702) 229-6374.
Enjoy learning and perfecting basketball skills. You may win a turkey!
Basketball Turkey Shoot (ages 5-13)
Saturday, November 17, 10 a.m. ages 5-7; 10:30 a.m. ages 8-10; 12:30 p.m. ages 11-13.
Fee: $3
Mirabelli Community Center, 6200 Hargrove Avenue, (702) 229-6359.
Shoot some hoops to win your Thanksgiving turkey. Pre-registration is required.
Turkey Shoot (ages 10-15)
Saturday, November 17, 10 to 11 a.m.
Fee: $5 per child
Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 101 North Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1100.
Win a turkey and other special prizes in this free throw-shooting contest.
Break A Holiday Sweat Aerobithon (ages 10+)
Saturday, November 17, 10 to 1 p.m.
Fee: Current membership or $3
Chuck Minker Sports Complex, 275 N. Mojave Road, (702) 229-6563.
Participate in an hour each of warm-up and cardio; strength training, abs and Bosu; and Pilates and yoga (bring your own mat). Ages 10-15 must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian.
SENIOR ACTIVITIES
Senior activities require a $2 annual membership to City of Las Vegas Senior Citizen Programs.
Thanksgiving Luncheon (ages 50+)
Friday, November 9, 12:30 p.m. Tickets on sale Oct. 15. Advance purchase required.
Fee: $6 through Nov. 7; $7 Nov. 8-9
Northwest Senior Center, 6841 West Lone Mountain Road, (702) 229-4794.
Feast on traditional turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberries, green beans, yams, pumpkin pie, hot cider and coffee.
Free Turkey Place Setting Craft Workshop (ages 50+)
Tuesday, November 13, 9 a.m. Advance registration required. Supplies included.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Fall Floral Centerpieces (ages 50+)
Wednesday, November 14, 4 p.m. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $8, includes all materials
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Road, (702) 229-1702.
Make a beautiful centerpiece for family and friends to enjoy during the holiday season.
Autumn Harvest Thanksgiving Dinner (ages 50+)
Thursday, November 15, 5 p.m. Register by November 9.
Fee: $8 per person, includes full dinner plus chance at fun raffle prizes
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Road, (702) 229-1702.
Our harvest table is rich with autumn goodness and we invite you to feast and be thankful with us.
5th Annual Pilgrim’s Potluck (ages 50+)
Friday, November 16, 11 a.m.
Fee: Bring a dish to share. Call 229-1600 for reservation.
Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Avenue, (702) 229-1600.
Thanksgiving Luncheon (ages 50+)
Tuesday, November 20, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: $4
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Enjoy roasted turkey with all the traditional trimmings. Advance registration required.
3RD Annual Gobblin’ Good Time Luncheon (ages 50+)
Wednesday, November 21, 11:30 a.m. Tickets on sale Oct. 1. Advance purchase required.
Fee: $5
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 West Washington Avenue, (702) 229-6601.
Share a traditional holiday feast with friends.
Turkey Leftovers Potluck (ages 50+)
Monday, November 26, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: Free with a dish to share.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Running out of ideas for what to do with leftover turkey, stuffing or mashed potatoes? Bring a dish made from your leftovers and a copy of the recipe. Enjoy lunch and receive recipes of new ideas. Center will provide turkey pot pie. Register in advance what dish you will bring.
Free Holiday Wreath Craft Workshop (ages 50+)
Tuesday, November 27, 9 a.m. Advance registration required. Supplies included.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Free Holiday Decorating (ages 50+)
Thursday, November 29, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Deck the halls with boughs of holly, paint the windows, set up trees and help add the spirit of the holidays to the senior center. Come for all or part of the day! Advance registration required.
Free Winter Wonderland (ages 50+)
Thursday, November 29, 12:30 p.m.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Help decorate the center. Make snowmen, decorate gingerbread houses, sing carols, eat homemade cookies and drink hot chocolate. Get into the holiday spirit!
Free Holiday Online Greeting Card Workshop (ages 50+)
Monday, December 3, 2 p.m. Advance registration required.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Learn how to send free online greeting cards from a computer.
Noah’s Ark Workshop (ages 50+)
Tuesday, December 4, 10 to 11 a.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $15 to $28
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Create a stuffed animal gift from a wide selection of animals and outfits. Each animal comes with its own birth certificate. Price depends on animal, clothing and accessories that your choose.
7th Annual Northwest Senior Center Holiday Party (ages 50+)
Tuesday, December 4, noon. Advance ticket purchase required. Tickets on sale Nov. 1.
Fee: $7
Northwest Senior Center, 6841 West Lone Mountain Road, (702) 229-4794.
Party will be hosted by and held at the Santa Fe Station, across the street from the center.
Izzy’s Spectacular Igloo Contest (ages 50+)
Wednesday, December 5, 11:30 a.m. Tickets on sale Nov. 1. Advance purchase required.
Fee: $3, includes all materials.
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 West Washington Avenue, (702) 229-6601.
Construct and decorate a sugar cube penguin home. Prize awarded for best igloo.
Gift-Wrapping Extravaganza (ages 50+)
Thursdays, December 6 and 13, 8:30 a.m. to noon
Fee: $1 per gift
Northwest Senior Center, 6841 West Lone Mountain Road, (702) 229-4794.
Overwhelmed by things to do? Let the Northwest elves wrap your holiday gifts!
Breakfast with Santa (ages 50+)
Thursday, December 6, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Pre-registration required.
Fee: $2
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Gingerbread House Contest (ages 50+)
Thursday, December 6, 1 to 3 p.m. Advance reservation required.
Fee: $2
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Form your team of four enthusiastic friends and register today for a great afternoon of fun competing in the annual decorating contest. Each team will be given gingerbread, frosting, candies, a base and pastry bag. You provide the expertise and creativity to make the best gingerbread house ever!
Red Hat Society Christmas Potluck (ages 50+)
Friday, December 7, 11 a.m.
Fee: Bring a dish to share. Call 229-1600 for reservation.
Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Avenue, (702) 229-1600.
Holiday Goodie Exchange (ages 50+)
Monday, December 10, 6 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: One dozen holiday cookies, or a plate of fudge, plus a copy of the recipe.
Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 6601 N. Buffalo Road, (702) 229-1702.
Enjoy a cup of coffee or hot tea with your goodies. Bring a container to take home your favorites!
Gift-Wrapping Extravaganza (ages 50+)
Monday through Friday, December 10-21, 8 to 10 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $1 per gift
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Tire? Overwhelmed? Unable to wrap that weirdly shaped gift? Senior staff, trained in the art of gift wrapping and armed with rolls and rolls of paper, ribbons and bows, are here to help.
Free Nutcracker Craft Workshop (ages 50+)
Tuesday, December 11, 9 a.m. Advance registration required. Supplies included.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Holiday Cookie Exchange (ages 50+)
Tuesday, December 11, 9 a.m. Reservations required.
Fee: One dozen holiday cookies and copy of recipe
Northwest Senior Center, 6841 West Lone Mountain Road, (702) 229-4794.
Hot cider and cocoa will be served. Bring your favorite holiday cookies and the recipe to share.
Holiday Light Tour (ages 50+)
Tuesday, December 11, 4 to 9:30 p.m. Reservations and payment required by Dec. 1.
Fee: $10, includes dinner, tour and transportation (due at registration), plus $1 Sunset Park entry.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Enjoy light displays at Sunset Park, the cactus garden at Ethel M Chocolate Factory and around town. Pick up and drop off will be at Derfelt Senior Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave., where a light dinner will be served prior to departure.
Holiday Cookie Exchange (ages 50+)
Wednesday, December 12, 12:30 p.m.
Fee: Three dozen holiday cookies and recipe
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Bring 36 of your favorite holiday cookie and the recipe to exchange for a variety of holiday cookies.
Teddy Bear Suites & Bellagio’s Conservatory Day Trip (ages 50+)
Thursday, December 13, 10 a.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $2 transportation fee. Space is limited.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Travel to see the Four Seasons holiday Teddy Bear Suites and then Bellagio’s conservatory display.
Holiday Carol Lunch (ages 50+)
Thursday, December 13, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Fee: $4
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Sing carols with the Fun Time singers and dine on honey-glazed ham, sweet potatoes, vegetables and dessert. Advance registration required.
5th Annual Holiday Cheer Luncheon (ages 50+)
Friday, December 14, 11 a.m.; lunch at 11:30 a.m. Advance reservation required.
Fee: $3
Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Avenue, (702) 229-1600.
Enjoy ham, potato casserole, green beans, salad, rolls, dessert and beverages. Call for reservation.
Red and Green Holiday Dance Celebration (ages 50+)
Saturday, December 15, 6 to 9 p.m.
Fee: $4
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Dress in your finest red and green apparel for the festive holiday dance!
White Elephant Gift Exchange (ages 50+)
Tuesday, December 18, 10 a.m. Reservation required.
Fee: A wrapped gift worth no more than $10 to exchange
Northwest Senior Center, 6841 West Lone Mountain Road, (702) 229-4794.
Enjoy hot cocoa, cookies and a gift exchange.
Las Vegas Senior Center Annual Holiday Tea (ages 50+)
Tuesday, December 18, 11:30 a.m. Tickets on sale Nov. 19. Advance purchase required.
Fee: $5, with senior center annual $2 membership.
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Dress up, put on your hat and gloves, and enjoy tea, scones, savories and pastries. Learn the history and etiquette of tea. Space is limited. This event sells out, so purchase early.
Izzy’s Holiday Celebration Luncheon (ages 50+)
Wednesday, December 19, 11:30 a.m. Tickets on sale Nov. 1. Advance purchase required.
Fee: $5
Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 West Washington Avenue, (702) 229-6601.
Celebrate several winter holidays with the food, songs and decorations associated with each.
Holiday Appetizers & Hors D’oeuvres Workshop (ages 50+)
Wednesday, December 19, 2:30 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: $2
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Holiday Sing-A-Long and Cookie Exchange (ages 50+)
Friday, December 21, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Advance registration required.
Fee: Three dozen holiday cookies to share and exchange
Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6454.
Bring a dozen holiday cookies to share and two to exchange while you get in the holiday spirit singing carols, socializing and relaxing in a warm, cheery setting.
ADAPTIVE RECREATION ACTIVITIES
7th Annual Wheelchair Over-the-Line Tournament (ages 18+)
Saturday, November 17, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Fee: $30 per team (3-person teams), or $15 per person to play. Free for spectators.
Las Vegas Wheelchair Sports Park at Freedom Park, Mojave Road at East Washington Avenue.
This inclusive smaller version of wheelchair softball has teams scoring runs by hitting a ball 25 feet over the line without the defense catching it. Call 229-4796 for registration and details.
Valley of Fire Project D.I.R.T. Tent Camp (ages 22+)
Saturday and Sunday, December 1-2
Fee: $30 per person
Developing Interests in Risk Taking offers people of all abilities the opportunity to explore new recreation and leisure possibilities through alternative recreation and outdoor adventure experiences. Call (702) 229-4796 for information and registration.
Division III Wheelchair Basketball Tournament (adults)
Saturday and Sunday, December 8-9, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Fee: $300 per team. Free for spectators.
Chuck Minker Sports Complex, 275 N. Mojave Road, (702) 229-6563.
Call (702) 229-4796 for information and registration. Register by Nov. 17.
Annual Holiday Dance (ages 21+)
Saturday, December 15, 7 to 10 p.m. Register by Dec. 7.
Fee: $20 per person
Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Avenue, (702) 229-1600.
Enjoy a night of music, dancing, food and fun. Call 229-5177 for reservation and information.
Polar Express Camp (ages 7-21)
Monday through Friday, December 24 through December 28, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. No camp Dec. 25.
Fee: $70 per person. Advance registration required.
Lorenzi Adaptive Recreation Center, 3339 W. Washington Avenue, (702) 229-6358.
Each day participants will hop aboard the Polar Express “Train” (bus) and travel to exciting local spots. Other activities include arts, crafts and games. Call 229-6358 for registration information.
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