Date Book for Aug. 3, 2001

Friday, Aug. 3, 2001 | 9:40 a.m.

Free screenings

The West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., presents its Steven Spielberg Film Festival beginning at 11:10 a.m. Saturday with a screening of "Amistad," followed at 2 p.m. by "Saving Private Ryan." The festival continues Aug. 12. Admission is free. Call 878-3597.

For the little ones

National Kids Day will be celebrated from 1-3 p.m. Sunday at the Boys and Girls Club's Lied Memorial Facility at 2850 S. Lindell Road. Interactive games, balloon animals and face-painting activities will be featured. Former NFL star Mike Pritchard and Strip magician Michael Holly will be on hand.

'African Diaspora'

The yearlong season of "Voice of the African Diaspora" wraps up at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Moderated by Hasani Kefing Palacio, a discussion of African history, traditions and customs will be featured. Call 229-4800.

Author appears

Cult movie star Bruce Campbell will sign copies of his book, "If Chins Could Kill," at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Borders Books Music & Cafe, 2190 N. Rainbow Blvd.

Singers needed

The Southern Nevada Musical Arts Society is hosting auditions for singers to participate in its 39th season. Call 451-6672.

The Las Vegas Master Singers is holding auditions for new members for its 2001-2002 season which begins Nov. 18. Call 228-8316.

Community band

Musicians ages 50 and older are sought to participate in a band being organized by the West Flamingo Center, 6255 W. Flamingo Road. Call 455-7742.