Dixon begins her tenure as host of the public affairs program on February 4th A new era of public affairs begins for Vegas PBS. The station’s longest-running public affairs program Nevada Week is getting a new host. Amber Renee Dixon will join the Vegas PBS team and step into the anchor chair on Friday, February 4, 2022. Dixon is a veteran … [Read more...] about Nevada Week Welcomes New Host Amber Renee Dixon
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VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Now Accepting Entries
Entries are now being accepted for the VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen. The VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest is designed to promote the advancement of children’s literacy skills through hands-on learning. The contest—made possible by local financial support from Janice Allen—empowers participants to celebrate creativity and build literacy skills while … [Read more...] about VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Now Accepting Entries
Be My Neighbor Day with Vegas PBS at Downtown Summerlin
Join us for the return of Be My Neighbor Day on Sunday, September 26, 2021. Presented by the Howard Hughes Corporation, Be My Neighbor Day is a free outdoors event that promotes being a caring neighbor. Attendees will be able to engage in family friendly activities, explore first-responder vehicles, meet with vendors and have an unforgettable, fun-filled day! Daniel … [Read more...] about Be My Neighbor Day with Vegas PBS at Downtown Summerlin
Vegas PBS Will Present the Virtual Art Show, Rita Asfour: A Retrospective on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 6 P.M
Vegas PBS, in conjunction with the Carnevale Gallery, will be hosting a special virtual art show on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 6 p.m. in memory of artist Rita Asfour. Attendees will be able to see Asfour’s art, watch a documentary about her life and have the opportunity to support Vegas PBS by purchasing her paintings. Rita Asfour, who passed away on June 29, 2021, was … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Will Present the Virtual Art Show, Rita Asfour: A Retrospective on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 6 P.M
Carnevale Gallery to Donate 25 Percent of September Proceeds to Vegas PBS in Honor of Late Artist Rita Asfour
Retrospective to be part of August 31stlive virtual event and art show Carnevale Gallery plans to donate 25 percent of its proceeds through September to Vegas PBS to help support local arts programming in honor of late artist Rita Asfour. There are 25 of Asfour’s impressionist paintings and contemporary artworks on display at Carnevale Gallery, including original … [Read more...] about Carnevale Gallery to Donate 25 Percent of September Proceeds to Vegas PBS in Honor of Late Artist Rita Asfour
Vegas PBS Receives Grant from MGM Resorts International to Support Youth in the Juvenile Justice System
Program Will Provide Progressive Career Pathways and Potential Employment Opportunities. Vegas PBS has received a $98,237 corporate grant from MGM Resorts International to fund a program aimed at assisting youth in the juvenile system acquire skills for in-demand careers. Youth in the juvenile justice system, who are disproportionately youth of color, often face daunting … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Receives Grant from MGM Resorts International to Support Youth in the Juvenile Justice System
Vegas PBS Steam Camp Season 2 Premieres Friday, July 9
New Episodes Feature Allegiant Stadium, Springs Preserve and More Vegas PBS’ original series, Vegas PBS STEAM Camp, is returning for a second season. The three new episodes, featuring the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, Allegiant Stadium, Springs Preserve and many more organizations will air on Fridays starting July 9 at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Aimed towards children ages … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Steam Camp Season 2 Premieres Friday, July 9
Vegas PBS Receives Grant from the Nevada Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation for Cybersecurity Program
Students Will Meet with Industry Professionals and Receive Multiple Certifications Vegas PBS recently received a $49,999 grant from the Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation (OWINN) to fund an accelerated cybersecurity program. The objective is to provide industry-recognized credentials and licenses in various fields, to help support dislocated and underemployed workers, … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Receives Grant from the Nevada Governor’s Office of Workforce Innovation for Cybersecurity Program
Vegas PBS Announces Winners of 2021 Vegas PBS Kids Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen
Judges Selected 30 Winning Stories from Nearly 700 Entries Vegas PBS is proud to announce and congratulate the winners of the 2021 VEGAS PBS KIDS Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen. From a pool of nearly 700 entries, a panel of authors, educational staff and community members selected 18 stories based upon originality, creative expression and several other … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Announces Winners of 2021 Vegas PBS Kids Writers Contest Presented by Janice Allen
Outdoor Nevada Bike Ride and Proclamation Ceremony
Vegas PBS, in partnership with Save Red Rock and Escape Adventures, hosted a free bike ride in Blue Diamond to celebrate the finale of Outdoor Nevada’s fourth season. June 12, 2021 was also proclaimed as Outdoor Nevada Day, coinciding with National Get Outdoors Day. Loyal fans of the program had the opportunity to meet host John Burke during the event and multiple … [Read more...] about Outdoor Nevada Bike Ride and Proclamation Ceremony