On Thursday, May 20, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar hosted a fundraising event for Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the community-based non-profit focused on eliminating youth suicide in the state. This event was made possible through the generous support UNLV’s Athletic Department, and Ferraro’s presented HMN with a $10,000 check during the event. All funds raised … [Read more...] about Ferraro’s Hosts Fundraiser for Hope Means Nevada to End Teen Suicide in the State
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The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Welcomes Rise Against to the Chelsea Stage, Aug. 20
Tickets on-sale Thursday, May 13 at 10 a.m. PST The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas welcomes RISE AGAINST to The Chelsea for the band’s Las Vegas stop on their Nowhere Generation Tour on Friday, August 20. Hailing from Chicago, IL, the multi-Gold and Platinum punk-rock band RISE AGAINST has received worldwide recognition for their eight studio … [Read more...] about The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Welcomes Rise Against to the Chelsea Stage, Aug. 20
The Chef Jeff Project – Beignet Pop Up – Autistic Kids, Youth on Probation, Homeless in Workforce Training -Learning Thru Cooking
April is Autism Awareness Month. Non-Profit: The Chef Jeff Project hosted its weekly Saturday, "Beignets and Chicory Coffee Pop Up" (now also featuring Jambalaya and Chicken Sandwiches) in its pop up test kitchen in North Las Vegas. Chef Jeff Henderson teaches life skills training with the students in the mornings during the week. Various students spoke of … [Read more...] about The Chef Jeff Project – Beignet Pop Up – Autistic Kids, Youth on Probation, Homeless in Workforce Training -Learning Thru Cooking
Local Non-Profits Participate in Earth Day Celebrations: Create a Change Now, Lion Habitat Ranch, Vegas PBS and Urban Fresh Farms
Earth Day 2021 is celebrated on April 22; and is a nationwide environmental teach-in to educate people in the United States on issues related to environmental pollution. Earth Day went global in 1990, and as of today, the global environmental movement has over 75,000 partners in over 190 countries working towards protecting our planet. Several non-profits contributed … [Read more...] about Local Non-Profits Participate in Earth Day Celebrations: Create a Change Now, Lion Habitat Ranch, Vegas PBS and Urban Fresh Farms
Las Vegas Shows Its Ongoing Pride with LGBTQ+ Events and Celebrations
The Entertainment Capital of the World Invites All To Revel in Adult Freedom From annual events to amazing entertainment, Las Vegas proudly celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and empowers travelers to embrace who they are year-round. Featuring a wide variety of LGBTQ+-driven entertainment, dining, nightlife and special events, Las Vegas is the ultimate, inclusive escape for … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Shows Its Ongoing Pride with LGBTQ+ Events and Celebrations
May 7 First Friday “Take Two! Back Again” in Downtown Las Vegas to Feature Art Walk, Mila May as Featured Artist
First Friday Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, has announced that the beloved community event, First Friday, is back again – “Take Two” on May 7th. Given current COVID-19 requirements, the art walk will allow 250 people in its footprint at a time. The art walk area on Boulder Avenue and First Street will feature 35 First Friday artists and craftspeople. The … [Read more...] about May 7 First Friday “Take Two! Back Again” in Downtown Las Vegas to Feature Art Walk, Mila May as Featured Artist
“#Ask5 To Smash Stress” Campaign Announces April 18-24 Virtual Events Highlighting Social Self-Care
For the third week of its monthlong “#Ask5 to Smash Stress” social media campaign for National Stress Awareness Month, Hope Means Nevada (HMN), the community-based non-profit focused on eliminating youth suicide in the state, will focus on Social Self-Care. WEEK 2 SCHEDULE: SOCIAL SELF-CARE Sunday, April 18: Weekly introduction with teen committee co-chairs Caroline … [Read more...] about “#Ask5 To Smash Stress” Campaign Announces April 18-24 Virtual Events Highlighting Social Self-Care
Henderson Celebrates April as Fair Housing Month Via Virtual Panel
In recognition of April as Fair Housing Month, the City of Henderson will host “Housing Update in the Valley: Know Your Rights & Available Resources,” a virtual speakers panel created to increase awareness and provide resources to residents about their housing rights as well as discuss relevant housing-related issues affecting our community and current available … [Read more...] about Henderson Celebrates April as Fair Housing Month Via Virtual Panel
Rock Out and Run for a Cause at the First-Ever Rock ‘N’ Run 5k Hosted By Life by Music May 22
Las Vegas-based musician and organization founder encourages community to lace up and support youth music education Local nonprofit organization Life By Music, founded by guitarist Ryan Patrick of popular rock band OTHERWISE, focuses on creating awareness of the positive impact the arts have on the emotional, mental, and social development of … [Read more...] about Rock Out and Run for a Cause at the First-Ever Rock ‘N’ Run 5k Hosted By Life by Music May 22
Comprehensive Cancer Centers Launches T-Shirt Fundraiser Benefiting Vegas Golden Knights Foundation Amid Month of Hockey Fights Cancer Activities
Comprehensive Cancer Centers (Comprehensive) has designed and launched a cleverly-branded t-shirt fundraising initiative benefitting the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation during Hockey Fights Cancer month. The shirt’s message is simple and memorable - especially for hockey fans - with the following across its front: PUCK CANCER! The shirts are $15 each, available in sizes … [Read more...] about Comprehensive Cancer Centers Launches T-Shirt Fundraiser Benefiting Vegas Golden Knights Foundation Amid Month of Hockey Fights Cancer Activities