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ELKO — The Elko County Library will be hosting a Homemade Sugar Scrub Workshop on February 24, 2022 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in the Bruce Memorial Meeting Room.
Come enjoy making this sugar scrub for yourself or make it for a friend. It is free to the public and pre-registration is required and it is limited to 20 adults only.
For additional information, contact Annette Robinson at the Elko County Library at 775-738-3066 ext. 226.
ELKO — On Feb. 26 the Nevada Lands Council is sponsoring a showing of “Rocky Mountain Heist”.
“This 40-minute video is a ‘must see’ for anyone concerned about the political direction of this country,” stated the NLC. “With the midterm elections coming up in November, we are inviting you to learn the story of a campaign funding scheme by three leftist millionaires and one billionaire who hijacked the once-red state of Colorado and how the ‘Colorado Model’ is being replicated in other states across the country.”
The video will be shown from 4-6 p.m. at. There will be an open bar and the Nevada Lands Council will provide snacks. Reservations are not necessary, but if you know you will attend please contact Dorothy at the NLC office 775-778-9709 or email at [email protected].
ELKO – WFC will host an open mic session at 6 p.m. Feb. 26 on the G Three Bart stage. Participants can expect poetry, music, prose and other creative expression from around the West. Tickets are $5 per person.
Southwind, a favorite local group, will bring Celtic, Western and contemporary toe-tapping fiddle tunes to the public at 6 p.m. March 16 in the Pioneer Saloon. They will celebrate with an annual St. Patrick’s Day party. Free.
Celebrate the future of the rural West with a day of gear, conversation, poetry, and music from up-and-coming talent. Schedule, lineup, and ticket details will be announced soon at www.westernfolklife.org.
ELKO – The Elko Garden Club will host a roundtable discussion on greenhouses and hoop houses at noon Friday, March 4. The talk will be held at the Terrace at Ruby View Senior Center in the technology room.
The club invites anyone interested in receiving information from successful growers.
ELKO — First Presbyterian Church of Elko is hosting the World Day of Prayer from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, March 4, at the church at 1559 Sewell Drive.
There will be a short program followed by a luncheon and fellowship for all who attend. Everyone is encouraged and welcomed in this event. For more information call 738-3430.
ELKO – The Elko County Library Book Club will once again meet in person, to talk about Delia Owens’ acclaimed bestseller, “Where the Crawdads Sing” at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 9 in the library meeting room.
Copies of the book are available to check out. All are welcome to attend. Call Patrick Dunn at the library for more information at 738-3066.
ELKO – The Elko Institute for Academic Achievement, a free public charter school serving kindergarten through eighth grade, is now enrolling students for the upcoming school year.
Open enrollment will continue until April 22. Applications can be filled out online at eiaanv.net.
Classrooms are limited to 22 students per class. Students not selected during the lottery process will be placed on a waiting list.
To learn more about the school stop by 1031 Railroad St. Suite 107 or call 775-738-3422.
ELKO — The Heart and Hope program provides parents and children with resources and skills to strengthen family relationships and build resilience. Parent victims of past domestic violence and his or her children ages birth-18 may be eligible to participate.
This nine-week education program includes separate skill building activities for adults and children and family activities to practice skills together. Program activities focus on effective communication, problem-solving, promoting healthy child development, and stress management.
This free program begins Feb. 8. Limited space is available. Early registration is encouraged. Waitlist is available.
Call 340-8360 or email [email protected] for more information. Program participants 2 years and older will be required to wear face masks. The program is not for offenders nor couples.
ELKO – First aid courses have taught thousands of people how to respond during medical emergencies, preventing further harm and saving lives. Now a similar program exists to address mental health emergencies. Mental Health First Aid training teaches people how to recognize when someone may be having a mental health crisis and how to respond in ways that respect dignity and don’t worsen the crisis.
PACE Coalition will offer two Adult Mental Health First Aid classes, one in February and another in March. Each class will consist of two, four-hour sessions over two days. The classes are open to all adults. The cost is $15 per person to cover training materials. Participants must attend both sessions of one class to receive certification.
To learn more about Mental Health First Aid or sign up for a class, call PACE Coalition, 775-777-3451, or email [email protected].
ELKO — “The Western Sights of Jo Mora” will be on display through May 14, 2022, in the Wiegand Gallery. The exhibit presents an engaging overview of the artist’s work in various media, from his signature cartes (illustrated maps) and illustrations to watercolors and bronze sculptures.
Artist Joseph Jacinto ‘Jo’ Mora (b. 1876) came to the United States from Uruguay and became enamored with the culture and stories of the American West at an early age. Throughout his lifetime, Mora documented the changing landscape of the West through detailed etchings, illustrated maps, paintings, sculptures and stories.
In addition to this show, the Western Folklife Center is also showing a special selection of contemporary handcrafted gear from the permanent collection. The gallery is open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and during special events.
Admission is free the first Saturday of the month. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors and $1 for children six to 12-years-old. Free admission for members.
ELKO — Family Resource Center is hosting free in-person Healthy Teen programs each month for youth in grades five to seven and grades 10 to 12. These fun, evidence-based, age-appropriate programs teach youth about making healthy life decisions.
The program incorporates medically accurate information along with crucial knowledge on identifying and handling social pressures, communicating effectively, and dealing with peer pressure. Youth learn about reproductive health, hygiene, personal responsibility, avoiding risky behaviors, respect for self and others, while building knowledge, skills, and confidence.
Participants receive their choice of a free backpack full of school supplies or a $25 store gift card after completing the program. Limit of one free incentive per participant, per year. A parent or guardian must pre-register the participant by completing a permission slip before class.
These programs are presented the last two Saturdays of the month at FRC from 9 a.m.to 4 p.m. Exact dates are listed on our Facebook event page: facebook.com/elkofrc/events. For more information or to sign up, contact 753-7352, text 397-1874, or email [email protected].
ELKO – If you or a loved one is grieving the loss of a loved one, please join the Horizon Hospice support group. Participants meet at 6 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of the month at 1250 Lamoille Highway, Suite 413.
There is no cost to community members. Call 778-0612 for more information.
SPRING CREEK –The Al-Anon Spring Creek Step Study Group meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at the Spring Creek Baptist Church, 360 Spring Creek Parkway. The program is in person or virtual.
If you or someone you know is worried about a family member or friend’s drinking problem, Al-Anon is a mutual support group that shares their experiences, strengths and hope. Zoom meeting ID 890 588 5311 Password F8KmfZOn.
ELKO – Find freedom for your hurts, habits and hang-ups with The Nazarene Church Christ-centered recovery program every Friday evening.
A large group meets at 6 p.m. and a smaller group gathers at 7 p.m. The church is located at 740 Sage St.
Call 738-6714 for more information.
ELKO — The Medicare in Elko Workgroup has updated their list of Elko medical providers. Listed are those clinics that will accept a new patient using Medicare or Medicaid.
It specifically lists clinics where patients can set up appointments with specific providers. The tri-fold brochure also lists providers found outside of Elko, along with two state agencies that help people with their Medicare needs. Senior Services and other medical services are listed.
The updated list is available on the group’s website, medicarinelko.org. They also have a Facebook page “medicare in elko,” with a link to the brochure.
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