Court Appointed Special Advocates to Raise Awareness of Challenges Facing Child Welfare System, Need for More Volunteer The Nevada CASA Association’s CASA Day at the Nevada State Legislature will take place Thursday, March 16. Nevada’s volunteer court-appointed special advocates (CASAs) serve as the voices for children in the foster care system. On CASA Day, they will be … [Read more...] about CASA Day at Nevada State Legislature to Take Place March 16
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March First Friday Encourages Healing, Self-awareness Through Art – Friday, March 3 in Downtown Las Vegas
Nancy Good, Well Known Multidisciplinary Fine Artist, Is Featured Artist First Friday Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, asks “ARTUOK?” at the Mar. 3 event. The theme aligns with city of Las Vegas’ March 25 ARTUOK Art and Resource Fair supporting mental health and self-care through the arts. #ARTUOK is inspired by the #RUOK? movement, which … [Read more...] about March First Friday Encourages Healing, Self-awareness Through Art – Friday, March 3 in Downtown Las Vegas
First Friday Heralds ‘New Beginnings’ for First Event in 2023
Local Photographer and Artist, Jesse Hudson, Is Featured First Friday Foundation celebrates “New Beginnings” this January 6th. The art walk area on Boulder Avenue and First Street will feature an estimated sixty First Friday artists and craftspeople. The food garden and bar area remain in the Art Square parking lot, along with entertainment. Key elements for this … [Read more...] about First Friday Heralds ‘New Beginnings’ for First Event in 2023
Is Vegas Finally Back on its Feet?
When Las Vegas’ nonessential businesses closed their doors to the public in March 2020 to fight the spread of COVID-19, it was the first time the world-famous Strip had shut down since President John F. Kennedy’s funeral in 1963. There are now few COVID-19 related restrictions in place. The recent NFL draft, hosted in Vegas, was a huge affair, with viewing parties … [Read more...] about Is Vegas Finally Back on its Feet?
First Friday’s Theme Is Honor – Celebrating Indigenous Heritage and Day of the Dead
Xoxhil Xitlalli, Whose Matriarchy Hails from the Otomi Nauuas, Is the Featured Artist First Friday Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is celebrating Indigenous Heritage Month and Day of the Dead/Hispanic heritage with the November event themed “Honor.” The art walk area on Boulder Avenue and First Street will feature an estimated sixty First Friday artists … [Read more...] about First Friday’s Theme Is Honor – Celebrating Indigenous Heritage and Day of the Dead
Communities in Schools of Nevada Presents Today for Tomorrow Annual Fundraising Gala at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Oct. 15
Event will honor Shannon and Bill McBeath for their philanthropic contributions to the nonprofit and Las Vegas community Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS), the fifth largest state office of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, presents the return of its annual gala, Today for Tomorrow, on Saturday, Oct. 15 at The Chelsea inside The Cosmopolitan of Las … [Read more...] about Communities in Schools of Nevada Presents Today for Tomorrow Annual Fundraising Gala at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Oct. 15
NAWBO Southern Nevada Now Accepting 2022 Women of Distinction Awards Nominations
Awards honor women in 13 categories and bring grant opportunities for local women-owned businesses the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Southern Nevada chapter is now accepting applications for its 2022 Women of Distinction Awards (WODA). The award winners will be announced at an Oct. 25, 2022 luncheon at … [Read more...] about NAWBO Southern Nevada Now Accepting 2022 Women of Distinction Awards Nominations
Brooklyn Bowl Kicks Off Summer with Hot Memorial Day Performances
Featuring a diverse lineup for every music-lover including Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Jessie James Decker and Durand Jones & The Indications Brooklyn Bowl continues to break the mold, transcending genres with an eclectic lineup of the hottest up-and-coming acts sure to satisfy any musical taste. Featuring the genre-blending melodies of Rainbow Kitten … [Read more...] about Brooklyn Bowl Kicks Off Summer with Hot Memorial Day Performances
First Friday to “Bloom” with First-Ever Beer Festival – Friday, May 6 in Downtown Las Vegas
35+ Beers Provided by Taverna Costera, the Pepper Club, and Art Houz Theaters First Friday Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, announces that First Friday’s May 6 event will “Bloom” – and features a Beer Festival with three culinary partners providing tastings. The art walk area on Boulder Avenue and First Street will feature an estimated sixty First Friday … [Read more...] about First Friday to “Bloom” with First-Ever Beer Festival – Friday, May 6 in Downtown Las Vegas
Synthwave Duo The Midnight Electrifies The Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas Stage, Sept. 21
Los Angeles based synthwave duo The Midnight will be taking the stage at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas for an exclusive live performance on Wednesday, Sept. 21. Comprised of producer Tim Daniel McEwan and singer-songwriter Tyler Lyle, the group is best known for their synthesizer- heavy music inspired by film scores, dance music, pop and rock. The Midnight made their mark on … [Read more...] about Synthwave Duo The Midnight Electrifies The Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas Stage, Sept. 21