Halloween Pet Costume Contest and Adoption Opportunities Learn about helping, fostering and adopting abandoned and neglected animals and celebrate the joy of pet stewardship during the annual Family, Fur and Fun Festival on Saturday, Oct. 13. The free event will be at Exploration Park located in the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees … [Read more...]
Annual Fall Community Garage at Mountain’s Edge to be Held Oct. 6
Join the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community for a day of outdoor shopping and treasure hunting during its annual Fall Community Garage Sale on Saturday, Oct. 6. Items can be purchased at Exploration Park and homes throughout the community from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Baby and adult clothing, household goods, furniture, antiques and more will be sold. The Exploration Park … [Read more...]
Different Way to View Las Vegas with Shimmering Zen Welcome Reception on Sept. 27
New exhibit by local contemporary artist James Stanford Sept. 21-Dec. 8 Contemporary local artist James Stanford presents a new exhibition featuring photomontages of vintage Las Vegas landmarks and the city’s famed neon signs. The free exhibit will be Friday, Sept. 21 through Saturday, Dec. 8 in The Studio at the Sahara West Library, 9600 W. Sahara Ave. A welcoming … [Read more...]
Superhero and Angel Ambassadors are Inspirations for Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan on Sept. 15
Superhero and Angel Ambassadors are Inspirations for Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan on Sept. 15 at Mountain's Edge -- Annual Event Benefits Kids with Cancer and Their Families Every year the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada recognizes local children with cancer to be ambassadors for its annual Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan at the Mountain’s Edge Master … [Read more...]
Police Academy Star Michael Winslow – Man of 10,000 Sound Effects – Invades The Space – Friday, Oct. 12
Barking dogs, wet sneakers, roaring jets, spine-tingling scratches on a chalkboard, radio noises, strumming guitars and cell phone tones. These are just a few of the sounds that leave audiences in awe of the vocal chords of Michael Winslow. The star of the Police Academy movies and master of vocal gymnastics brings his unique talent to The Space, the venue just west of the Las … [Read more...]
Be a Superhero for Kids Battling Cancer
Sign up for Candlelighters 5K on Sept. 15 at Mountain's Edge, Beer Garden and carnival games added to festivities Grab a cape and be a superhero to support kids with cancer and the local nonprofit Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada at the Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan. The morning event and festivities are Saturday, Sept. 15 at Exploration Park in the … [Read more...]
Enjoy Free Ice Cream at Annual Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday
Free event is Sept. 16 at Providence Master Planned Community Make your day sweeter with free ice cream during the annual Sunny 106.5 Ice Cream Sunday on Sunday, Sept. 16. The family-friendly event is free to attend and is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Huckleberry Park in the Providence Master Planned Community in northwest Las Vegas. In addition to the frozen treats, courtesy of … [Read more...]
Improvisational Comedy Competition Debuts at the Space
ComedySportz Shows Sept. 21, Oct. 6 and 20, Improv Classes Sept. 18 - Nov. 7 at the Space The Space will be filled with laughter with the premier of ComedySportz, the internationally-acclaimed and hilarious improvisational comedy troupe featuring two teams of professional comedians competing for laughs, points and audience support. Shows are scheduled for Friday, Sept. 21 … [Read more...]
Broadway Star and Recording Artist Shoshana Bean to Perform at The Space — Tickets on sale Aug. 17 for Oct. 25-26 dates
Shoshana Bean, the Broadway veteran and very first replacement for Elphaba, the green-skinned witch, in Wicked, brings her powerhouse vocals to The Space. Bean will perform two concerts on Oct. 25 and 26 at the performance venue just west of the Las Vegas Strip that’s known for intimate and unexpected experiences. Tickets go on sale Friday, Aug. 17. Most recently, Bean … [Read more...]
The Space Gets Hotter this Fall with Broadway and Hollywood Recording Stars — The Space just west of the Las Vegas Strip announces Fall Concert Schedule
With a venue reminiscent of San Francisco’s underground music scene in the 1960s, The Space has quickly earned a reputation for hip and intimate experiences unparalleled in the city built on exceptional entertainment. Located just behind Aria and The Cosmopolitan, The Space is announcing an eclectic fall concert and event lineup that includes Tony winner John Lloyd Young from … [Read more...]
Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation Debuts New Learning Center for Blind Students at Public Open House Event August 20 — Center is future home of the first preschool for the blind in Nevada’s history
LAS VEGAS – Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation (NBCF) is hosting an open house event on Monday, Aug. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. to introduce its new Learning Center for Blind and Visually Impaired Children, the first of its kind in the state. The event will give attendees an opportunity to experience some of what visually impaired youth live with every day. Nevada is one of seven … [Read more...]
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Launches The Movement to End Youth Homelessness in Southern Nevada, Asking Thousands to Join Together to #bethemovement
Thousands are needed to #bethemovement as Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) kicks off a community-wide effort to address and end youth homelessness in Southern Nevada. In 2017, Las Vegas/Clark County had the third highest total number of unaccompanied homeless children and youth living on our streets and in our shelters of any major metropolitan area in the United … [Read more...]
Eye Care and Protection Tips for the Sun and Pool from Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation
Basic eye care and protection is crucial in the Las Vegas heat and full sun. To get the most out of your summer, the Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation offers some simple tips to remember when preparing for fun in the sun or in the swimming pool. For the sun: Wear high UV sunglasses: Sunglasses with 400 UV Protection, which block almost 100% of the damaging light rays … [Read more...]
Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation Hosts Summer Day Camp for Students with Visual Impairments — Discovery Day Camp Sessions from June 4-8, June 11-15, June 18-22
Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation (NBCF) will host the only day camp in Southern Nevada designed solely for visually impaired students in grades K-12, complete with adaptive sports, music and dance, arts and crafts activities, and interactive community field trips. Parents can register their children now for the three one-week camp sessions that will take place June 4 - 8, … [Read more...]
Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas Renovates Aging Homeless Youth Housing Units
Partners with Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth for Service Project, Saves Nonprofit Thousands of Dollars for Needed Work Armed with paint, tools and new household items, Keller Williams Realty Las Vegas agents and business partners painted, repaired, and did “extreme makeovers” on aging housing for homeless youth who are part of Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth's … [Read more...]
Boulder Highway Collaborative Campus Now Open — Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada, Lutheran Social Services of Nevada and Nevada HAND Collaborate for Innovative Living Environment, Accessible Benefits and Community Resources
Working families, children and seniors needing assistance now may access onsite services with the opening of the Boulder Highway Collaborative Campus. This nonprofit collaboration is the first campus-style service partnership of its kind in Nevada and includes Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada (BGCSNV), Lutheran Social Services of Nevada (LSSN), and Nevada … [Read more...]
American Patriot Fest and Star of TV Show Vegas Rat Rods Team up for Charity — Customized Vintage Motorcycle to Be Raffled for Charity —
The American Patriot Fest and Las Vegas’ own, Steve Darnell, the owner of Welder Up and star of the hit TV show Vegas Rat Rods, have joined forces to help military and veteran charities in the Las Vegas Valley. A vintage motorcycle customized by Darnell will be raffled with funds raised benefiting nonprofit organizations. The public is invited to the reveal of the custom … [Read more...]
Providence Community to Host Yard Sale on May 5
Join the Providence Master Planned Community at its annual spring community yard sale on Saturday, May 5 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nearly 100 homeowners throughout the community are expected to participate with goods ranging from baby and adult clothing to household items to furniture and antiques. The free event is hosted by the Providence Master Homeowners Association. The … [Read more...]
Fun Entertainment Line-Up at ADL Walk Against Hate — April 29 Event Promotes Diversity and Inclusion
Attendees at the ADL Walk Against Hate community walk will be treated to a variety of entertainment that will make them dance, sway, clap, cheer and create their own music as they celebrate diversity and inclusion in Southern Nevada. The line-up features the Community Productions interactive rhythm circle, Culture Shock hip-hop and urban dance group, Desert Oasis High School … [Read more...]
Jerrod Niemann and American Idol Winner Featured at 12th Annual Country in the Park
Free Outdoor Event Is May 12 at Mountain’s Edge Country in the Park returns to the Mountain’s Edge Master Planned Community with another great slate led by country star Jerrod Niemann with American Idol winner Trent Harmon, up-and-comer Ben Rue and local favorite Thrillbilly Deluxe. The free outdoor country music concert and festival will be Saturday, May 12 from 2 p.m. to 8 … [Read more...]
