Datebook for December 19, 2003

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.

archive