A little sanity for parents and a little fun for kids will be combined next week at a northeast-area recreation center.

Robert E. “Bob” Price Recreation Center’s Kids Nite Out and Holiday Pajama Jam is a one-night solution to the holiday craze. Parents can bring their children to the center, located at 2050 Bonnie Lane, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16 and venture out to complete the rest of their holiday shopping.

During the Holiday Pajama Jam for ages 3 to 5 years old  and Kids Nite Out for ages 6 to 12 years old, children will create crafts, play games and watch a movie. Dinner also will be served. Children should arrive in their pajamas, and younger children should bring a pillow and a blanket.

Because space is limited, registration is required by Wednesday, Dec. 14. Cost is $10 per child. Those interested can call Price Recreation Center at 455-7600.

They’re not exactly couples, but some of NASCAR’s top drivers will play a Newlywed Game-style contest starring its famous host.

The free event will be the first involving the 12 Chase drivers during this year’s FanFest celebration of the NASCAR Sprint Cup champion starting November 30.

 “We think this is going to be the best event of Champion’s Week,” LVMS president Chris Powell said. “It not only gives the fans a chance to get close to the 12 top drivers in NASCAR, but it also allows the fans to see them in a much more relaxed environment without their fire suits and helmets.”

Bob Eubanks, the man who made The Newlywed Game famous and hosted variations of the show in six different decades, will be on hand to host the game show.

Las Vegas Motor Speedway’s charity arm is offering a chance to bid on a package for NASCAR’s awards week celebration November 29 through December 2.

The package includes:

• Round-trip airfare on Allegiant Airlines (the winner must fly from an airport that is serviced by Allegiant)
• Two (2) VIP passes to the NASCAR Fanfest on Fremont Street presented by Las Vegas Motor Speedway
• Two (2) tickets to the NMPA Myers Brothers Luncheon at the Bellagio
• Two (2) tickets to the NASCAR After the Lap (party) at the Hard Rock Hotel
• Two (2) tickets to the 2011 NASCAR Champion's Banquet at the Wynn Las Vegas.

The banquet night will also include a private VIP reception.

All proceeds from this charity auction will benefit The Las Vegas Chapter Of Speedway Children's Charities. You can bid here.