On Sunday, May 23, 2021, volunteers renovated spaces at Andre Agassi Boys and Girls Club and helped clean up the surrounding neighborhood in Las Vegas’ Historic Westside area. The Andre Agassi Boys and Girls Club provides learning and child development resources for local families in Las Vegas, offering distance learning and academic tutoring. This revitalization work … [Read more...] about Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada and Republic Services Team up to Renovate Local Boys & Girls Club
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Get the S’mores and Arts & Crafts Ready as Kids with Medical Needs Virtually Return to ‘Cabins’ for 2021’s Camp Independent Firefly
Camp Independent Firefly is back! As a cornerstone service for the Nevada Chapter of the National Hemophilia Foundation, the premier camp program for youth affected by bleeding disorders will take place as a virtual experience June 15-18, 2021. The four-day camp is designed to allow children with special medical needs the opportunity to experience a variety of traditional … [Read more...] about Get the S’mores and Arts & Crafts Ready as Kids with Medical Needs Virtually Return to ‘Cabins’ for 2021’s Camp Independent Firefly
Socrates and Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada Announce Tech Partnership
Award-winning learning platform will bring innovative learning solutions to local Girl Scouts Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada and Learn with Socrates, a Las Vegas-based award-winning learning platform, have announced a partnership that will bring financial literacy and money management content to local Girl Scouts using the Socrates personalized learning platform. “Our … [Read more...] about Socrates and Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada Announce Tech Partnership
Community Invited To Tennis And Fun Event At Lorenzi Park
Event Scheduled From 4 To 8 P.M. Friday, May 14 The Las Vegas City Council and Councilman Cedric Crear invite the community to the free tennis and fun event at Lorenzi Park from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 14. The event, located at 3333 W. Washington Ave. in Ward 5, is co-sponsored by the Inspiring Children’s Foundation and will include a free tennis clinic and … [Read more...] about Community Invited To Tennis And Fun Event At Lorenzi Park
Las Vegas Raiders Team Up With Allegiant To Honor Eight Teachers From CCSD Innovative Schools Pilot Program Inbox
The Las Vegas Raiders teamed up with Allegiant to recognize eight deserving Las Vegas middle school teachers during the Clark County School District’s (CCSD) Teacher Appreciation Week, which runs from May 3-7. Principals from eight middle schools participating in the CCSD Innovative Schools Pilot Program nominated a teacher who has raised student performance and gone above … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Raiders Team Up With Allegiant To Honor Eight Teachers From CCSD Innovative Schools Pilot Program Inbox
Silver State Schools Credit Union Announces 2021 Scholarship Recipients
Silver State Schools Credit Union’s (SSSCU) Board of Directors announced its ten scholarship recipients for 2021. Each winner selected is a Southern Nevada High School Senior and will receive a $2,000 scholarship renewable for up to four years, for a total of up to $8,000, to use towards higher education. It has been a challenging year, especially for High School Seniors … [Read more...] about Silver State Schools Credit Union Announces 2021 Scholarship Recipients
City Of Las Vegas Named ‘Bright Spot Community’
Las Vegas Recognized For Supporting School And Community Success The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading announced today that it has named the city of Las Vegas a 2021 “Bright Spot Community” for its responses to the COVID crisis last year. Specifically, the Campaign is highlighting communities that developed exemplary or innovative responses to the COVID crisis, … [Read more...] about City Of Las Vegas Named ‘Bright Spot Community’
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
Registration for City of Henderson Summer Camps Begins April 20
Henderson summer camps provide many different ways for kids ages 3 to 18 to have fun, safely socialize and learn throughout the summer. Registration information can be found at cityofhenderson.com or call 702-267-4100. Campfire Kids: Ages 3-5, May 24-July 30 (one-week camps). This state-licensed camp is specially designed for young to participate in a variety of … [Read more...] about Registration for City of Henderson Summer Camps Begins April 20
“Queen of the Arts” Sculptures unveiled at West Las Vegas Arts Center
The Mayor’s Fund for Las Vegas LIFE, a vehicle for corporate and philanthropic partners to support innovative programs that improve quality of life for all Las Vegas residents with a special focus on vulnerable populations, today celebrated the unveiling of two iconic community sculptures at the West Las Vegas Arts Center, 947 W. Lake Mead Blvd. in the Historic … [Read more...] about “Queen of the Arts” Sculptures unveiled at West Las Vegas Arts Center