Date book for May 25, 2001

Friday, May 25, 2001 | 8:51 a.m.

Coin, stamp expo

The International Las Vegas Coin and Stamp, Antique Watch, Jewlery & Collectibles Expo will be from 1-7 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Tropicana. Tickets are $2; $1 for seniors and children under 12. Call 739-2222.

Native American

Three Native-American artists will demonstrate and discuss weaving and basketry traditions from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at the Nevada State Museum and Historical Society, 700 Twin Lakes Drive, in conjunction with the exhibit, "Handed Down: Nevada's Living Folk Arts." Call 486-5205.

Outlandish doos

Hair Wars, a traveling stage production of hairstylists, presents "The Battle of America's Hair Characters," a showcase of hairstyles created by 50 hairstylists, at 6:05 p.m. Sunday at Bally's. Tickets are $35 (VIP), $25 and $20 general admission. Call (800) 838-8100.

History, recreation

The National Park Service presents "History at Hand," a program that features clues to Lake Mead's history, at 8 p.m. Saturday at Cottonwood Cove Marina amphitheater, near Searchlight.

"So, What Can I do Here?" a program that highlights different activities in the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, will be at 8 p.m. Sunday.

Contestant search

The game show "Family Feud" will be searching for contestants in Las Vegas on Sunday and Monday to participate in shows that will be taped this summer in Burbank, Calif. Families seeking information can call (818) 260-5800.

Authors appear

Cherie Carter-Scott, author of "If High School is a Game, Here's How to Break the Rules," will sign copies of her book and discuss the transition that teens make between high school and graduation, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at Barnes & Noble, 567 N. Stephanie St. in Henderson. Call 434-1533.

Prop aviator Colonel Robert Morgan will discuss and sign copies of "The Man That Flew Memphis Belle" from 1-5 p.m. Sunday and Monday at the Regent Las Vegas' Palms Promenade. Call 869-7777.

Big bash

Bob & Mike's 2nd annual Birthday Bash, sponsored by local car enthusiasts Bob Simkins and Mike Kinney and featuring classic cars, food and entertainment, will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday on Hollowbluff Avenue in North Las Vegas. The proceeds from the $10-per-car entry fee will benefit Safe Nest. Call 399-4266.

Fancy fingers

Doyle Dykes, a Tennessee acoustic guitarist who has preformed at the Grand Ole Opry, will lead a free guitar workshop at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Guitar Center, 3085 E. Tropicana Ave. Call 450-2260.

Artist, veterans

As part of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the Las Vegas Clark County Library District presents "The Nisei Soldier: Japanese American Soldiers During World War II," featuring a selection of photographs and a program to honor local Nisei Veterans, at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Sunrise Library, 5400 Harris Ave. Call 453-1104.

Renaissance artist Lia Change will give a brief presentation of her black-and-white and color portraits at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Blvd. A reception will follow. Admission is free. Call 878-3682.