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April 25, 2024

Community briefs for June 17, 2004

Jazz in the Park concert Saturday

Pianist Danilo Perez will perform at the last of the four free Jazz in the Park concerts at 8 p.m. Saturday at the County Government Center Amphitheater, 500 S. Grand Central Parkway.

Perez is a traditional jazz artist who combines elements of his Panamanian heritage with African influences to create a unique and rhythmically adventurous sound.

The Clark County Amphitheater features lawn seating and ample free parking. Picnics are welcome or concert-goers can purchase food from vendors. No pets are allowed in the amphitheater. Call 455-8200.

Red Cross hosts 'Kiss Me Kate'

The Southern Nevada Chapter of the American Red Cross is hosting an evening under the stars featuring the musical "Kiss Me Kate" at 6 p.m. Sunday at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park in Red Rock Canyon.

The event includes raffle prize give-a-ways and contests for best picnic displays. Bring your blanket, and picnic basket.

Roy A. Chavez Alvarado

will present a poetry writing workshop from 10 a.m. to noon and a poetry reading workshop from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday at the North Las Vegas Library Community Room, 2300 Civic Center Drive, North Las Vegas. Call 633-1070.

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