Community Briefs
See Spot Run to hold work day
See Spot Run will hold a work day Saturday at its dog park in Veterans’ Memorial Park, 1650 Buchanan Blvd. Volunteers will be working from 7-11 a.m. so they can avoid any hot weather. All are welcome to help.
Denton to sign copies of book about Bechtel
Local author Sally Denton will sign copies of her newest book, “The Profiteers: Bechtel and the Men Who Built the World,” Saturday at the Boulder City-Hoover Dam Museum, located with the Boulder Dam Hotel, 1305 Arizona St.
She will be there from 1 -3 p.m.
The book focuses on the Bechtel family, starting with patriarch Warren A. Bechtel, who led a consortium that constructed the Hoover Dam.
Downsizing, decluttering topic for Anew on Saturday
Anew Women’s Network will meet at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Boulder City Library, 701 Adams Blvd..
Guest speaker for the session will be Pat Foll, who discuss downsizing and decluttering a home. She has taught design, worked in the commercial design field and consulted for residential design projects.
The group is for widows and offers friendship and resources.
A light lunch will be served.
For further details, call Fran Jordan at 702-371-5932 or Marjorie Kitchell at 702-293-1352.
Beta Sigma Phi to hold rummage sale Saturday
Beta Sigma Phi will hold its semiannual rummage sale from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 1301 Potosi St.
The sale includes high-end items for your home, yard and entertainment, sports equipment and tools.
Proceeds from the sale will be used by the sorority to support its philanthropic efforts.
PFLAG will meet Tuesday at library
PFLAG will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Boulder City Library, 701 Adams Blvd.
The group offers discussions centered on education, advocacy and support to discuss family issues with others who have experienced sexual-orientation issues.
Family unity and individual dignity are issues the group supports.
Those who attend are straight and gay.
The group sponsors a hotline at 702-241-4050 or can be reached by email at pflagofbouldercity@gmail.com. For additional information, contact Terry McClain at 702-321-7779 or tmcclain44@earthlink.net.
Democrats to hear from congressional candidates
The Boulder City Democratic Club monthly meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. April 14 at the Boulder City Library, 701 Adams Blvd.
Members will hear from candidates for offices including our congressional district as well as discuss questions on the November ballot. Details for the state party convention set for May 14-15 may be available.
Contact the club at 702-530-6604 or bouldercitydemocraticclub@gmail.com for additional information.
Retired public workers to hear genealogist
Members of the Boulder City Chapter of Retired Public Employees of Nevada will gather for their monthly meeting at 11 a.m. April 14 at The Homestead of Boulder City, 1401 Medical Park Drive.
Guest speaker will be Jerry Kunzman of the Clark County Genealogical Society.
For more information about the organization, contact Bernard at bernardpaolini@cox.net or call 702-294-0636.
Auditions scheduled for BC’s Got Talent
BC’s Got Talent will hold auditions for its upcoming show starting at 9 a.m. April 16 at the Elaine K. Smith Center, 700 Wyoming St.
Appointments are necessary to audition, and there is a $10 fee.
Audition information is available at www.bcsgottalent.com or by calling or texting Justin Keogh at 702-480-3615, or emailing him at bouldercitysgottalent@gmail.com.
The show will be held at 7 p.m. May 21 at Bicentennial Park, 999 Colorado St.
In addition to talent for the show, volunteers are needed to help organize and set up the event, as well as serve as stage assistants.
Red Mountain Choir to present ‘Believe’
Red Mountain Choir will present “Believe” at 7:30 p.m. April 22 and 23 at the Elaine K. Smith Center, 700 Wyoming St.
The choir, conducted by Lisa Gillespie and accompanied by Ashley Peel, will be joined by students from King Elementary School, conducted by LaNette Coker.
Musicians for the concert include Francyl Gawryn on guitar, Adam Hallam on percussion, Tim Thomas on bass and Ruth Ann Platt on violin.
Tickets for the concert are $10 for adults, and free for children and students. They can be purchased at the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce, 465 Nevada Way, or at the door.
For additional information, call Rose at 702-293-5455.
Story sessions, movie on tap at library
Boulder City Library, 701 Adams Blvd., has several activities planned for the coming weeks. These include:
Science Exploration Club, 3:30 Friday in the community room. Explore science through stories, experiments and crafts. For children 3-6.
Movie, 5:30 p.m. Friday in the community room. “Thor” will be shown. Bring chairs, pillows or blankets.
Drop in story time, 10 a.m. Tuesday in the board room. For all ages.
Toddler story time, 10 a.m. Wednesday in the board room. For children younger than 36 months and their caregivers.
Crazy 8s math club, 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in the community room. For those in kindergarten through second grade. The eight-week, hands-on program will include activities to get children excited about math. Reservations required.
Family story time, 6 p.m. Wednesday in the community room. For all ages.
Call 702-293-1281 for details, reservations or more information.
Myriad special events on tap at Lake Mead
Lake Mead National Recreation Area has a variety of special events happening in the coming week.
These include:
B.A.S.S. Nation Western region fishing tournament, now through Friday at Callville Bay. The top individual from each state will advance to the national tournament.
Ranger chat: “Wingspan Myths,” 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Alan Bible Visitor Center, 10 Lakeshore Road. Learn about the wingspans of a variety of desert birds.
Willow Beach cleanup, Saturday, Volunteers are needed to assist with beach cleanup, paddle craft shoreline cleanup and eco-dive. The event is co sponsored by the national recreation area and Black Canyon Water Trail Alliance. Space is limited. To register, contact Nancy Bernard at 702-293-8714 or nancy_bernard@nps.gov.
Call 702-293-8990 for additional information or to make reservations.
