Community news briefs for February 10, 2000

Thursday, Feb. 10, 2000 | 9:36 a.m.

Life Center sponsors healthy living seminar

Life Care Center of Paradise Valley presents a seminar, "Food Choices for Better Living" at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Life Care Center of Paradise Valley, 2325 E. Harmon Ave. Call 798-7990.

Free advice offered about financial settlements

Mainor and Harris Law Firm is sponsoring a free seminar on construction defects at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road.

The seminar will cover basics of construction defects, reconstruction after settlement and financial advice on settlement funds. For more information, call 385-1400.

Xeriscape topic of water-use presentation

Representatives of the Southern Nevada Water Authority will address the American Society of Landscape Architects at noon Tuesday inside the Sogg Architecture Building at UNLV.

The presentation will focus on the benefits of xeriscape, a water-efficient landscape design that incorporates a variety of low-water-use, low maintenance plants and is open to the public. Call 253-9390.

Expert speaks on kidneys, transplants

Dr. Raymond Heilman will speak on "New Trends in Care of Kidneys and Transplantation" to the Organ Transplant Support Group 7 p.m. Wednesday at Sunrise Hospital Auditorium.

Those interested, in attending or attaining more information, are asked to contact Doris Doss at 894-9729 or Joe Novak at 365-8138.

Workshop to be held for retired executives

The Las Vegas chapter of Service Corps of Retired Executives will offer a "Starting A New Business" workshop at 8:30 a.m. Feb. 17 at the Foley Federal Building, 300 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Suite 1100.

SCORE counselors will cover marketing, cash flow, record keeping, the business plan and a checklist for licensing, permits and other requirements. Cost is $30 if prepaid or $35 at the door. Call 388-6104.

Local library presents Anasi puppet show

Clark County libraries are holding a variety of special programs. Call ahead to find out which programs require pre-registration.

All ages are invited to attend the Anasi Puppet show by the West Charleston Puppeteers 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Call 878-3597.

Operatic versions of Negro spirituals ring at UNLV

Dr. Alfonse Anderson of the UNLV Music Department will lead "Songs of the Spirit," vocal soloists in operatic interpretations of Negro spirituals.

The evening will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday at the West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Call 647-8169.

2-day celebration honors African American culture

"Remembering the Freedoms" is a two-day festival of African American culture and contributions.

The event will run from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. Call 878-3597.

Friendship Circle presents a celebration of the heart

Friendship Circle, the Salvation Army Adult Health Day Care program in Henderson, is celebrating 15 years of service to the frail elderly and young adults with disabilities.

Friendship Circle will celebrate with a health fair, "Celebration of the Heart," 12:30-3 p.m. Monday at the center, 830 E. Lake Mead Drive, Henderson. Call 565-8836.

Mediators, advocates may attend custody evaluation

Alternative Solutions Mediation Services is sponsoring a workshop, "Child Custody Evaluation Training, Basic and Advanced" on Feb. 17-18. The instructor is Philip Stahl, Ph.D., author of "Conducting Child Custody Evaluations: A Comprehensive Guide and Complex Issues in Child Custody Evaluations."

Continuing education credits have been approved for Nevada attorneys, social workers and other professionals. Call Charlotte Kiffer, M.S. at 646-2645 or e-mail at charlottekiffer@msn.com.

Community choirs gather for gospel concert

All community choirs are invited to participate in "Gospel Night" at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. This event is co-sponsored by the City of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation. Call 647-8169.