Earth Day is now an international event intended to honor the Earth. Vegas PBS continues to present viewer-funded programs like FRONTLINE, PBS NewsHour and Independent Lens that discuss the political and economic tradeoffs of environmental conservation, and as well as programs like Nature, Outdoor Nevada and Ken Burns’ National Parks: America’s Best Idea that celebrate the … [Read more...] about Celebrate Earth Day Everyday at Vegas PBS
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Vegas PBS to Hold Women, Leadership and Social Justice Screening and Town Hall
LAS VEGAS — Vegas PBS announced today it will hold a free Women, Leadership and Social Justice screening and town hall event with special guest filmmaker, philanthropist, and producer, Abigail Disney. Attendees will watch a live recording of Vegas PBS’ public affairs show “Nevada Week” followed by a preview screening of the PBS documentary “Women, War & Peace II.” The … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS to Hold Women, Leadership and Social Justice Screening and Town Hall
Women, Leadership and Social Justice screening at Vegas PBS
Vegas PBS, held a free Women, Leadership and Social Justice screening and town hall event with special guest filmmaker, philanthropist, and producer, Abigail Disney. Attendees watched a live recording of Vegas PBS’ public affairs show “Nevada Week” followed by a preview screening of the PBS documentary “Women, War & Peace II.” The screening was followed by a town hall … [Read more...] about Women, Leadership and Social Justice screening at Vegas PBS
Michael Cunningham Joins Southern Nevada Public Television Board of Directors Cunningham Brings Expertise from Bank of Nevada
LAS VEGAS – Vegas PBS announced today that Bank of Nevada Executive Vice President, Regional President, Michael Cunningham has joined the Board of Directors of Southern Nevada Public Television (SNPT). Michael Cunningham is Executive Vice President, Regional President, for Bank of Nevada and is a member of the Nevada leadership team. He joined Bank of Nevada in 2014 and has … [Read more...] about Michael Cunningham Joins Southern Nevada Public Television Board of Directors Cunningham Brings Expertise from Bank of Nevada
Vegas PBS to Hold Documentary Screening and Fundraising Event in Collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health Evening Will Include Brain-Healthy Food Prepared by Award-Winning Chefs
A new documentary that tells how a son’s love for his father led to Las Vegas becoming a global leader in the research and treatment of brain disease signals a new era of collaboration between Vegas PBS and the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. The one-hour program, “Power of Love: The Story of Lou Ruvo and the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS to Hold Documentary Screening and Fundraising Event in Collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health Evening Will Include Brain-Healthy Food Prepared by Award-Winning Chefs
Free Seminar with Vegas PBS – Widows, Singles and Their Friends, Sept. 20
Join Vegas PBS for a complimentary seminar to learn about the considerations you should take as you live alone later in life. Have you thought about the implications of guardianship? What about updating your beneficiary forms to reflect changes in life? Who is your executor or executrix that will settle your estate when you pass away? How do you stay connected with your group … [Read more...] about Free Seminar with Vegas PBS – Widows, Singles and Their Friends, Sept. 20
Free Proactive Planning Seminar at Vegas PBS, August 15
Join Vegas PBS for a complimentary three-part seminar to learn about planning your beneficiaries, evaluating a funeral service provider and to complete your Powers of Attorney forms on Wednesday August 15. Beginning at 10 a.m. with a Beneficiaries Clinic, followed by a presentation at 12 noon from Palm Mortuaries and will conclude with our last session beginning at 1 p.m. … [Read more...] about Free Proactive Planning Seminar at Vegas PBS, August 15
Vegas PBS Announces 19th Annual PBS KIDS Writers Contest
Vegas PBS is accepting original story submissions for the 2018 PBS KIDS Writers Contest. Stories with illustrations by students grades K-5 will be accepted. All entries must be received by Friday, March 23, 2018 at 5 p.m. to be eligible. Entries must be mailed or hand-delivered to Vegas PBS Ready To Learn, 3050 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121. The writers contest is … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Announces 19th Annual PBS KIDS Writers Contest
PBS KIDS Play Area Installed at Las Vegas Urban League
As part of Vegas PBS’ dedication to provide educational resources to underserved communities through Ready To Learn’s Community Collaborative for Early Learning and Media (CC-ELM) grant, a new PBS KIDS play area has been installed at the Las Vegas Urban League, 3320 E. Flamingo Road #52. In partnership with the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) and Public … [Read more...] about PBS KIDS Play Area Installed at Las Vegas Urban League
In Recognition of World Braille Day, Vegas PBS Shares Its Free Lending Library
Vegas PBS unveiled a new children’s area in its Described and Captioned Media Center (DCMC) library that offers free resources for blind, deaf and children with special needs. With the support of a grant from Wells Fargo, Vegas PBS has expanded the DCMC with a new children’s area where early intervention providers can conduct parent/child interactive playgroup sessions, … [Read more...] about In Recognition of World Braille Day, Vegas PBS Shares Its Free Lending Library
Volunteer Registration Now Open for United Way of Southern Nevada’s Day of Caring on September 29
Volunteers can now register at uwsn.org/caring for United Way of Southern Nevada’s Day of Caring on Friday, September 29, 2017, Southern Nevada’s largest one-day community-wide volunteer event dedicated to improving people’s lives. The second annual Day of Caring will bring together 1,700 volunteers to complete more than 170 projects at more than 60 local nonprofit agencies … [Read more...] about Volunteer Registration Now Open for United Way of Southern Nevada’s Day of Caring on September 29
Spotleson of Vegas PBS to Discuss ‘Media in 2017’ at Feb. 14 Henderson Chamber Breakfast
HENDERSON – Bruce Spotleson, director of corporate partnerships for Vegas PBS, will present “Media in 2017” during the Henderson Chamber of Commerce’s Tuesday, Feb. 14, network breakfast, which will take place from 7 to 9 a.m. in the Cancun Room of the Fiesta Henderson, 777 W. Lake Mead Parkway. During the presentation, Spotleson will discuss the state of the media in 2017 … [Read more...] about Spotleson of Vegas PBS to Discuss ‘Media in 2017’ at Feb. 14 Henderson Chamber Breakfast
MassMedia Expands Media Relations Team with Growth of Clientele
LAS VEGAS — MassMedia, a national full-service public relations, advertising and marketing firm, announces expansion of its media relations team who bring extensive knowledge in multi-media journalism. The expanded team includes Jennifer Bradley, media relations director, and Robert Kennedy and Jessica Lovell as media relations specialists. “MassMedia prides itself on … [Read more...] about MassMedia Expands Media Relations Team with Growth of Clientele
Business Leaders Invited to Improve Educational Outcomes at Business + Education (BE) Engaged Summit 2016: Accelerating a New Nevada
LAS VEGAS – Leading Southern Nevada business organizations are coming together to commit time, talent, and resources in order to accelerate student achievement, and are asking local business owners and executive decision makers to join them in a one-of-a kind activation event: The Business + Education (BE) Engaged Conference 2016: Accelerating a New Nevada. The conference, to … [Read more...] about Business Leaders Invited to Improve Educational Outcomes at Business + Education (BE) Engaged Summit 2016: Accelerating a New Nevada
PDQ and Vegas PBS Partner to Benefit Veterans and Services for the Deaf and Blind
LAS VEGAS – PDQ, a rapidly growing restaurant brand known for its fresh, affordable chicken tenders, salads and sandwiches, is joining forces with Vegas PBS to help veterans and bolster services for the deaf and blind. With the coming of a second location – set to open on Sunday, July 12 at 3010 W. Sahara Ave. – PDQ is ramping up its annual fundraising initiatives to raise … [Read more...] about PDQ and Vegas PBS Partner to Benefit Veterans and Services for the Deaf and Blind
What does it mean to be an American?
“This country was built by immigrants and those who gave their lives for the opportunity to live the American Dream. As a Chinese immigrant, U.S. Veteran and entrepreneur, I feel a debt of gratitude to those who paved the way for free enterprise. I’m truly living the American Dream and am proud to be an American.” Sinan “Stanley” Hu | Founder LIUID “Being American means … [Read more...] about What does it mean to be an American?
Vegas PBS Presents the 2015 SBA Small Business Awards Luncheon, May 21
WHO/WHAT: Vegas PBS is honoring Nevada’s most outstanding businesses at the 2015 SBA Nevada Small Business Awards for the fourth consecutive year. The prestigious event will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 21, 2015 at the Gold Coast Hotel & Casino, 4000 W. Flamingo Road. In partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, the ceremony will highlight the … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Presents the 2015 SBA Small Business Awards Luncheon, May 21
Personal Goals of High Net Worth Individuals; Desert Radiologists Receives ACR Award
Monthly Report Focused on “Personal Goals” of High Net Worth Individuals, Released by The Private Bank by Nevada State Bank The Private Bank by Nevada State Bank released the seventeenth edition of its High Net Worth Report series, with this month’s analysis focusing on the personal goals of high net worth individuals. [Read More...] Desert Radiologists Receives Prestigious … [Read more...] about Personal Goals of High Net Worth Individuals; Desert Radiologists Receives ACR Award
Campaign Helps Fight Hunger; Nevada-Based Firm Lands New Jersey Contract; Workshop to Bring Fraud into Light
Social Media Campaign Helps Fight Hunger in Southern Nevada The SK+G Goose Summer Road Trip Campaign wrapped up on Thursday, Sept. 11 when Senior Vice President of Strategy Jim Gentleman and the SK+G Goose dropped off a $1,000 check to Three Square Food Bank—the only food bank in Southern Nevada. [Read more...] Smart City Networks Awarded Contract by Atlantic City Convention … [Read more...] about Campaign Helps Fight Hunger; Nevada-Based Firm Lands New Jersey Contract; Workshop to Bring Fraud into Light
Groundbreaking for Downtown Las Vegas Clinic; Wells Fargo Invests in Southern Nevada; Home Prices Holding Steady
Volunteers in Medicine of Southern Nevada Hosts Groundbreaking Event for Clinic in Downtown Las Vegas Groundbreaking ceremony for VMSN’s new downtown Las Vegas clinic. Members of the community are invited to attend and receive information about the project. [Read more...] Wells Fargo Invests in Southern Nevada through Las Vegas Global Economic Alliance's 'Engage Southern … [Read more...] about Groundbreaking for Downtown Las Vegas Clinic; Wells Fargo Invests in Southern Nevada; Home Prices Holding Steady