Datebook for December 19, 2003

Friday, Dec. 19, 2003 | 9:36 a.m.

Christmas toy run

The Hot Rod Grille and Las Vegas Cruisin' Association, in conjunction with Las Vegas Super Run, Nevada Car Club Council and Concerned Car Clubs, will host a Christmas toy run to benefit the Henderson Boys & Girls Club from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Hot Rod Grille, 1231 American Pacific Drive. Admission is free. 567-5655.

Children's party

The Mexican Patriotic Committee will hold its annual Christmas Party for children under 10 years of age from noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday at Escobedo Plaza at the intersection of Eastern and Harris avenues. Admission is free. 283-6375.

Poets' corner

The Cultural Affairs Division of the city of Las Vegas Department of Leisure Services presents the "Poets' Corner" at 7 p.m. today at the West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Admission is free. 229-4800.

Book groups

The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District offers the following book discussion groups at area libraries this week:

Amazing Reads Book Club -- 7 p.m. Wednesday, West Charleston Library, 6301 W. Charleston Ave. 507-3942.

Book Chat Cafe -- 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Summerlin Library, 1771 Inner Circle Drive, 507-3860.

Great Books Reading and Discussion Group -- 7 p.m. Tuesday, Clark County Library, 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 507-3427.

Acting workshops

The New City Theatre, 2900 Patrick Lane, is offering free acting workshops for those over the age of 18 from 1-3 p.m. every Saturday. 547-1228.