Jan. 13-April 2. Michael Plyler, a UNLV alumnus (class of 1977), presents a 30-year retrospective of his photographs of the Maya of Guatemala. This photographic exhibit explores the changing lives of contemporary Mayan Indians, with black and white images that record the beauty and resolute strength of Mayan culture. Reception Jan. 26, 5:30 p.m. UNLV’s Barrick Museum

Through March 11. An invitational exhibit where the artists have focused on the meaning and imagery behind the Chinese Year of the Dragon. Exhibition is free and by appointment. Historic Fifth Street School Gallery

Through March 13. Orlando Montenegro’s series of mixed media paintings and drawings explore the body’s connection to its environment and to the landscape. His paintings physically merge elements of the figure into grounds of atmospheric color, suggesting ecosystems, artificial landscapes, and topography. Free. Winchester Cultural Center Gallery

Through March 17. At the heart of these didactic narratives are homelessness, aging, religious intolerance and environmental degradation. Ross’ graphite drawings are unplanned composites highly detailed and filled with intricate patterns and textures. Free. Charleston Heights Arts Center

Through March 23. Mark Brandvik’s metal sculpture installation, which places architectural forms found in Las Vegas into an oversized children’s jungle gym, blurs the line between the reality of stalled construction and the prospect of new development in Las Vegas. Reception February 3, 6 p.m.; artist talk February 8, 6:30 p.m. in the Pueblo Room. Clark County Government Center Rotunda Gallery

Through May 5. A community organizer with a passion for sewing, Beatrice Dixon became a mother figure to people from all walks of life and many of them gave her beautiful pieces of fabric. John Broussard combined her collection of fabrics with his photographic skills to bring more than 30 Americans from diverse ethnic backgrounds together to tell about their family’s journey through America. Free. West Las Vegas Arts Center Gallery

February 2-March 31; artist reception February 2, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. These humorous and insightful paintings depict cartoon-inspired characters wrestling with modern life situations by Los Angelan Luke Chueh and Las Vegan Juan Muniz. Free. Brett Wesley Gallery.

February 11-March 31. Wendy Kveck’s latest work, which uses painting, performance, video and collage, explores images of women from art history and contemporary media as cultural signifiers of excess and desire, anxiety and fear, regret and loss. Free. Kleven Contemporary. 520 E. Fremont St., inside Emergency Arts

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Have an evening of international fun learning Armenian, Bulgarian, Israeli, Arabic, Macedonian, Russian, Greek, Turkish, Chinese and Serbian folk dances and more. No need to bring a partner. $4. Charleston Heights Arts Center

Fridays, 6:30 p.m. Scottish country dancing celebrates the beautiful ballroom dance styles of Scotland and can be lively and joyful or gentle and graceful. From the first chord to the final bow or curtsey, participants enjoy driving reels, jaunty jigs, snappy strathspeys or lilting airs. Dancers should wear comfortable clothes and soft shoes. $5 or $4 for members. Charleston Heights Arts Center, 800 S. Brush St., 229-6383.

Thursdays through January, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Come browse in-season offerings, regionally and locally grown produce including fruits, vegetables, herbs, fresh eggs, honey, agretti, pistachios, dates, locally roasted coffee and many more items. Purchases are cash only. Free entry. Springs Preserve

Through January, Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Meet and greet hawks, eagles, falcons, owls, ravens and more, and witness free-flight demonstrations at the Springs Preserve’s Wings over the Springs live bird of prey show. This exciting demonstration will expose you to the beauty of these amazing creatures and enhance your understanding of the role these majestic birds of prey play in sustaining our environment. $5-$19 or free for members. Springs Preserve

Through May 13. In this interactive exhibit, you’ll touch a lunar sample, step onto the “Moon Scale,” take a spin in the centrifuge and create your own mission to Mars. Free for members or included with general admission. Origen Museum in the Springs Preserve

February 4 through May 13. The little monkey and The Man with the Yellow Hat from H.A. and Margret Rey’s classic stories come to life. This exhibition inspires young children’s natural curiosity as they explore early science, math and engineering through hands-on interactive play. Cultural Gallery at Lied Discovery Children’s Museum. 833 Las Vegas Blvd. N. 382-3445.

February 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. This family event includes a children’s film festival and art competition exhibit, historic black Las Vegas photography exhibit, arts and crafts, face painting, carnival games, live entertainment and food vendors. $5, children under 12 free. Springs Preserve

February 25, 7:30 p.m. and February 26, 2 p.m. In celebration of Black History Month, the Ira Aldridge Theatre Company and the CSN Performing Arts Center present their performance of “A Raisin in the Sun,” written by Lorraine Hansberry and directed by Walter Mason. $15-$20, includes a post-show reception. CSN’s Nicholas J. Horn Theatre

February 22, 7 p.m. With Mary Gaitskill, Sarah Shun-lien Bynum, and Cheryl Strayed, three award-winning authors who defy dainty female stereotypes in their novels and short stories. Moderated by Maile Chapman and sponsored by UNLV’s Black Mountain Institute. Free. UNLV Student Union Ballroom.

February 25, 2 p.m. Author Keith Brantley (“Swimming in a Cesspool”) shares his latest work in this afternoon of spoken word performance. Moderated by spoken word artist Ms. China. Free. West Las Vegas Library

February 28, 7:30 p.m. Russell T. Hurlburt, UNLV psychology professor and Ricardo Cobo, director of classical guitar studies at UNLV, discuss the results of a study in which guitar virtuoso Cobo recorded his inner experiences over a certain period of time, including an actual concert performance. Free. UNLV’s Barrick Museum Auditorium

February 25, 2 p.m. Husband and wife duo Tuck Andress and Patti Cathcart perform originals and rearrangements of hits from the worlds of rock, soul, jazz and modern pop, with Tuck on guitar and Patti singing. $10 in advance, $15 on event day. Charleston Heights Arts Center Theatre.

February 24, 7 p.m. Brett Bolton and Courtney Carroll play tuneful, loop-friendly electro-organic pop and feature videos synched to the rhythm. They will release their second album, “Sierra Papa Tango,” before the concert. $7-$10. Winchester Cultural Center

February 28, 7 p.m. Pianist Michael Eckroth performs in this trio featuring Chilean singer Natalia Bernal and 7-string guitarist Jason Ennis. These virtuoso musicians perform a mixture of jazz, Chilean, Brazilian and Cuban music. $7-$10. Winchester Cultural Center