Community briefs for June 12, 2002

Wednesday, June 12, 2002 | 8:31 a.m.

HELP to offer free workshops

Through the Displaced Homemaker Program, free workshops will be offered every other week by HELP of Southern Nevada, with the next classes starting Friday at the HELP office, 953 E. Sahara Ave. The classes offer free assistance to anyone who has recently lost his or her primary source of income due to job layoffs, divorce, death, or disability.

Assistance is also given in the form of resume development, self-esteem enhancement, and interviewing techniques and training. For more information or to sign up for the program, call 369-4357.

Relay for Life fund-raiser set

The American Cancer Society presents its second annual Relay For Life fund-raiser walk, in the battle against cancer from 7 p.m. Friday until 9 a.m. Saturday at the Cheyenne Sports Complex, with the Luminaria service at 9 p.m.

All of the funds raised through Relay For Life will go directly to the American Cancer Society's lifesaving programs which include: research, education, advocacy and patient services. Information about forming a team or volunteering for Relay is available by calling Elaine Blue-Heebner at 798-6877.

Henderson group to mark Flag Day

The residents at Capistrano Pines Senior Apartments, 400 N. Major Ave., Henderson, will celebrate Flag Day Friday, with the purchase of a flagpole made through donations. Representatives for Sen. John Ensign and Rep. Shelley Berkley will be in attendance along with County Commission Chairman Dario Herrera and Henderson Councilwoman Amanda Cyphers.

The Nellis Air Force Color Guard will perform the presentation of the flag. Veteran organizations, Veterans of Foreign Wars and Post 40 of the American Legion will be represented. Call 739-3345.

Claire Foundation to host reception

The Lili Claire Foundation will present an evening reception at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Stirling Club, 2827 Paradise Road, featuring Opera Star Denyce Graves, Singer Stephen Bishop and Actress Shari Belafonte, to raise community awareness and support for the Lili Claire Foundation's Life Skills Center. For information about attending this event, call Soraya Kelley at (310) 396-4355.

Book signing honors black men in Nevada

iImani Vestments and NAS Publishing will present the book "Courage Strength and Faith, Nevada's Black Men," at a booksigning luncheon 11 a.m. Saturday in the Palace Station's Grand Ballroom. The book will feature biographies and pictures of more than 100 Nevada black men from all occupations, anecdotes, and useful information. Admission is $25. Books sold separately: $19.95. Call 649-2238 or 378-1523.

Father-daughter dance scheduled

Henderson Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a father/daughter dance from 7-9 p.m. Friday at the Lorna J. Kesterson Valley View Recreation Center, 500 Harris St., in observance of Father's Day.

The event will include an evening of dancing and contests. Snacks and refreshments will be served. Participation is $20. For more information, call 565-2121.

Father's Day barbecue set

The Henderson Senior Center, 27 E. Texas Ave., will host a Father's Day barbecue from 3-6 p.m. Saturday. Participation is $3, which includes dinner. Fathers will be admitted for free. The event will feature live entertainment and a variety of activities, including a pie-eating contest with prizes for the winners. All participants will be invited to enjoy a barbecued meal of hamburgers, hot dogs and refreshments. Call 565-6990.

Church group aids camp efforts

A group of 12- to- 14-year-olds from Central Christian Church is raising money among friends and family to send four homeless peers to camp this summer.

The effort came out of the Las Vegas Youth Pastors Network, whose activities include volunteering throughout the year to feed the homeless.

"Visiting the homeless has really changed my outlook on life," said Courtney Stokke, a sixth grader at Thurman White Middle School. "I notice just how much we take for granted and it makes me want to help people even more."

The camp is from June 23-28 in Prescott, Ariz., and includes horseback riding, swimming and wall climbing, as well as religious activities.

The camp's registration fee is $235 per person and the group hopes to raise a total of $940 for sending four homeless youths.

Red Rock hikes, walks offered

Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area offers hikes, walks and programs free of charge, but reservations are required. To make reservations or for more information, call 363-1922. Some upcoming programs:

Learn breathing exercises and basic postures during the "Creative Canyon Series," yoga class taught by a certified yoga instructor Saturday. The course is $25 a session or $40 for both. Call 363-7592

"Astronomy-Deep Sky Objects," a slide presentation and telescope viewing at 8 and 9 a.m. Saturday.

"Mary Jane Falls Hike," a 2.4-mile hike Sunday at Mount Charleston.

Join Ranger Gina for the "The Wild Bunch," short slide show, to explore a world of carnivores, herbivores, and endangered species on Sunday.

"Frogs and Toads" is an afternoon children's program offered Sunday. Children will learn the differences between frogs and toads and why they are important. Hike to Pine Creek or Oak Creek. RSVP.

"Pine Creek Plus," a 3- to 4-mile moderate hike with Athena as she takes you to Pine Creek and beyond Monday.