The city of Las Vegas invites the community to celebrate Black History Month with a variety of events in February. Most of this year’s events will be virtual and those that are not will follow all safety guidelines, including social distancing and the wearing of face-coverings. African-American Heritage Exhibition Through April 14, 2021Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 … [Read more...] about City Of Las Vegas Hosts Black History Month Events
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Non-Profit CORE and Leadership LV Council Team Up to Launch “Career We Can” Virtual Series
Virtual Guest Speaker Series Focuses on Career Exploration in a Variety of Fields With the goal of exposing young people to different career and educational opportunities that exist throughout the Las Vegas Valley, non-profit CORE and Leadership Las Vegas Council have teamed up to present a virtual “Career We Can” program. Pivoting from an in-person experience to a series of … [Read more...] about Non-Profit CORE and Leadership LV Council Team Up to Launch “Career We Can” Virtual Series
Raiders Pro Bowl, Super Bowl Activations Impact Las Vegas Youth
The Raiders are involved in several community activations surrounding the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl that impact Las Vegas area youth. As a result of being named to the Pro Bowl, Las Vegas Raiders RB Josh Jacobs and TE Darren Waller were given the opportunity to present NFL Foundation grants to organizations of their choice. Jacobs selected Mojave High School of North Las Vegas … [Read more...] about Raiders Pro Bowl, Super Bowl Activations Impact Las Vegas Youth
City of Las Vegas Strong Start Academies Enrollment Now Open
Two Strong Start Go Mobile Pre-K Classrooms Also Available For Free Enrollment The three city of Las Vegas Strong Start Academies (operated by Acelero Learning Clark County) that have been closed since mid-December 2020 due to COVID-19 have reopened for full preschool service for children and families. Enrollment is open for the three locations: 1617 Alta … [Read more...] about City of Las Vegas Strong Start Academies Enrollment Now Open
There’s Still Time to Apply for Nearly Two Million Dollars in College Scholarships From the Rogers Foundation
Application Period Open Now Through Feb. 8, 2021 Applications for college scholarships are currently being accepted by Southern Nevada's premier champion of arts and education, The Rogers Foundation. Available to CCSD high school seniors, those interested in scholarship opportunities are urged to discover the minimum eligibility requirements and apply directly online via The … [Read more...] about There’s Still Time to Apply for Nearly Two Million Dollars in College Scholarships From the Rogers Foundation
Vegas PBS Receives Grant From NV Energy Foundation
The funds will support the station’s Ready To Learn workshops, which provide children ages 3-8 and their families with STEM educational instruction Vegas PBS is the recipient of a $7,500 grant from the NV Energy Foundation, to help support the station’s Ready To Learn initiative. The grant funds will be used to directly support Vegas PBS’ Ready To Learn Family & … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS Receives Grant From NV Energy Foundation
The Center Honors Bob Forbuss with Weeklong Celebration Starting January 25
The Center will honor the legacy of Robert "Bob" Forbuss with a weeklong celebration of events from January 25 to 29, 2021. Forbuss, who died in 2012, was a native Nevadan, educator, elected official, businessman, activist, and philanthropist devoted to many causes. The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada building bears his name, and a poignant bronze bust adorns … [Read more...] about The Center Honors Bob Forbuss with Weeklong Celebration Starting January 25
Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada Welcomes Stephen Yerrakadu to Board of Directors
Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada (RTSNV) announced the appointment of Stephen Yerrakadu of Blue Heron Homes to its Board of Directors. With 22 years of experience in architecture and real estate development, Mr. Yerrakadu will apply his talents toward strengthening RTSNV’s mission of repairing homes, revitalizing communities and rebuilding lives. Mr. Yerrakadu currently … [Read more...] about Rebuilding Together Southern Nevada Welcomes Stephen Yerrakadu to Board of Directors
Touro University Nevada to Serve as Point of Distribution for COVID-19 Vaccine to Tier 1 Classified Nevadans, Jan. 17
Touro University Nevada, in collaboration with Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD), will serve as a point of distribution for the COVID-19 vaccine. On Sunday, Jan. 17, Touro students under faculty supervision will administer the vaccine to Tier 1 Touro healthcare providers, clinicians, and students in clinical rotations. Touro School of Physician Assistant studies is … [Read more...] about Touro University Nevada to Serve as Point of Distribution for COVID-19 Vaccine to Tier 1 Classified Nevadans, Jan. 17
Mob Museum to Host Program Honoring Black Life in Las Vegas, Weds., Feb. 17
To recognize Black History Month, The Mob Museum will host “Celebrating Black Life in Las Vegas: Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future.” African Americans have played an integral role in the development of Las Vegas since at least the 1940s. With stories punctuated by accounts of painful challenges and hard-earned triumphs, the panel discussion will involve individuals who … [Read more...] about Mob Museum to Host Program Honoring Black Life in Las Vegas, Weds., Feb. 17