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Alash Unique Ancient Singing with a Touch of Jimi Hendrix
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4..........................East Las Vegas Library Opening
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5..........................Introducing: Vegas Golden Knights Libary Card!
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Greetings from the Executive Director It’s hard to believe that this edition marks the one-year anniversary of our new format and design for Library Highlights magazine. It was thanks to our new website’s powerful search capabilities that we were able to devote more of Highlights pages to in-depth articles on our programs and services. We hope that you are enjoying our new regular features such as News You Can Use, and Literally, which spotlights fascinating finds in our catalog. I am so proud to share with you that our new East Las Vegas Library, located at 2851 E. Bonanza Rd., will officially open on April 25, 2019. This beautiful, 40,000 sq. ft. building will house so many new features. We will be increasing our bilingual services at this new branch and adding to our Spanish language collection. Please join us for a day of fun and discovery about how our 21st century libraries can change your life! See page 4 for more details. As part of our mission to continually expand our services, we are also proud to be partnering with One-Stop Career Center. This free community resource provides help and guidance in writing résumés, connecting with employers, and building careers. We currently have One-Stop Career Centers in our West Las Vegas, Clark County, Mesquite, and Laughlin Libraries, and our newest location will be in our new East Las Vegas Library. Learn more about One-Stop Career Centers on page 5. You may also have heard about another FAN-tastic partnership that we announced in February — our brand new Vegas Golden Knights library card! Be among the first to have this shiny new “Vegas Born” card in your wallet, and use it often to take advantage of our hundreds of free programs and services for every member of the family. Dr. Ronald R. Heezen EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Library District Board of Trustees Sheila Moulton, Chair Felipe A. Ortiz, Vice Chair Elizabeth Foyt, Secretary Robin Wadley-Munier, Treasurer Kelly D. Benavidez Shannon Bilbray-Axelrod Dr. Constance Brooks Marilyn Francis Drake José L. Meléndrez
We welcome your ideas and feedback about our Library District and our new Library Highlights magazine. Please contact me at 702.507.6186 or admin@LVCCLD.org, and as always, I look forward to hearing from you. Happy Spring!
Dr. Ronald R. Heezen Executive Director
We are thrilled to announce a whole new take on summer at the library! Our Club Read program has been so popular, we’ve decided to expand and rename it Summer Challenge! This new version of summer fun will focus on not just reading, but LEARNING, helping kids from birth through high school age develop skills that spark creativity and build success for the future. Opportunities for kids will include puppet shows, sewing workshops, maker spaces, escape rooms, anime drawing, STEAM classes, and tons of events in theater, music, dance, and much more. Sign ups begin May 18 at your local branch or at LVCCLD.beanstack.org. Sign up anytime throughout the summer. Stay tuned for an exciting new partnership announcement, with fantastic prizes. Stay close to our website, and watch your child’s school backpack, for flyers with all of the details. See page 18 for kickoff events!
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Important Dates to Remember SUNDAY, APRIL 21 Libraries closed for for Easter Sunday
MONDAY, MAY 27 Libraries closed for Memorial Day
Library Highlights magazine is published four times a year. Program dates, times, and participants are subject to change.
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New East Las Vegas Library
“El conocimiento de lo que es posible es el principio de la felicidad.” “Knowledge of what is possible is the beginning of happiness.” ~ George Santayana
The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is proud to announce the grand opening of our beautiful, new East Las Vegas Library on April 25, 2019, located at 2851 E. Bonanza Road. The ribbon cutting ceremony begins at 10 a.m. and the public is invited. The opening day celebration will feature activities and fun for all ages. This 40,000 sq. ft. building represents 21st century library design and is a milestone in the history of the East Las Vegas community. Surrounded by 14 elementary schools, two middle schools, and three high schools, this new library will benefit thousands of young people by furthering their education. Customers will enjoy free WiFi, a Teen Zone, Tech Art Lab, and other hands-on tech opportunities; a Homework Help Center with free tutoring; a Toy Lending Library; and an outdoor play area. There will be over 1,000 programs per year in early childhood and parenting education; media production and makerspace labs; culinary and nutrition programs in our first-ever test kitchen; STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) projects; plus English language, 4
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high school diploma, and citizenship instruction; and so much more. Career services will be offered at the One-Stop Career Center, including computer labs, skills training, and employment programs. The OneStop mission is to move people into good-paying jobs, and help small businesses with start-ups and expansions. This new branch will also emphasize books and other popular materials in Spanish, including magazines and newspapers, plus bilingual resources for children. On LVCCLD.org, Pongalo currently offers Spanishlanguage movies and television. And remember, materials at the library are always free! The multipurpose room is a large space available to enjoy educational lectures, personal and cultural enrichment, and social events. The public can rent this room for meetings, live performances, private parties, quinceañeras, and any special occasion. For more information on rental rates and availability, please call 702.507.3500.
El Distrito Bibliotecario de Las Vegas-Condado de Clark tiene el orgullo de anunciar la gran apertura de nuestra nueva y hermosa Biblioteca East Las Vegas localizada en la 2851 E. Bonanza Road, el 25 de abril de 2019. La ceremonia del corte del listón inaugural comienza a las 10 a.m. y el público está invitado. En la celebración de apertura habrá información y actividades para todas las edades. Este edificio de 40,000 pies cuadrados tiene el diseño de una biblioteca moderna del Siglo XXI y representa un evento histórico para la comunidad de East Las Vegas. Rodeada por catorce escuelas primarias, dos secundarias y tres preparatorias, esta nueva biblioteca beneficiará a miles de jóvenes ayudándoles a avanzar su educación. Los clientes disfrutarán de Internet inalámbrico gratuito, de la Zona para Adolescentes, de un Laboratorio de Arte con Tecnología, y de muchas otras oportunidades para usar tecnología práctica. También contará con un Centro de Ayuda para Tareas con tutoría gratuita, una Biblioteca para Préstamos de Juguetes, y un área de juegos exterior. Habrá más de mil programas educativos al año para padres y niños pequeños, laboratorios de producción de medios y aprendizaje, programas culinarios y de nutrición en nuestra primera cocina de prueba, proyectos STEAM (ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería, arte y matemáticas), así como clase de inglés, clases
para obtener el diploma de la preparatoria, clases de ciudadanía, y mucho más. El centro de servicios de carreras ofrecerá un Centro de Trabajo donde encontrará todo lo que necesita en el mismo lugar, incluyendo laboratorios de cómputo, capacitación de habilidades, y programas de empleo. Su misión es ayudara a las personas a encontrar empleos que pagan bien, así como asistir a los pequeños negocios a comenzar y a realizar expansiones. Esta nueva sucursal también tendrá disponible una colección de libros y otros materiales populares en español, incluyendo revistas y periódicos, además de recursos bilingües para niños. El servicio Pongalo de la página del distrito LVCCLD.org, actualmente ofrece películas y programas de televisión en español. ¡Recuerde también que los materiales en la biblioteca siempre son gratuititos! El espacio de usos múltiples es un área grande disponible para disfrutar conferencias educativas, así como eventos personales, sociales y de enriquecimiento cultural. El público puede rentar este espacio para juntas, presentaciones en vivo, fiestas privadas, quinceañeras, y otras ocasiones especiales. Para obtener más información sobre tarifas de renta y disponibilidad, por favor llame al 702.507.3500.
NEED HELP FINDING YOUR FIRST JOB OR A NEW CAREER?
Look no further! As part of our mission to continually expand our services, the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District has partnered with Workforce Connections to establish their One-Stop Career Centers in five of our community libraries. Inside a One-Stop Career Center, you can find help with skills assessment, workforce training and readiness, financial aid, computer access and digital literacy, résumé writing, interview coaching, connections to local employers, and so much more. Combined with the many career support programs already offered by the Library District, you are sure to get whatever career assistance you need, all under one roof. We have resources for career changers, veterans, entry-level workers, laid-off workers, workers with disabilities, workers with criminal justice records, as well as support for small businesses and entrepreneurs. One-Stop service support is available weekdays and weekends. Please call your nearest location to confirm availability and make an appointment for a consultation.
SUCCESS IS JUST ONE-STOP AWAY! NEWEST LOCATION East Las Vegas Library 2851 E. Bonanza Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89101 702.507.3500
Clark County Library 1401 E. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89119 702.780.8196
Laughlin Library 2840 South Needles Hwy. Laughlin, NV 89029 702.780.8233
Mesquite Library 121 W. First North St. Mesquite, NV 89027 702.780.8230
West Las Vegas Library 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89106 702.780.8293
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The Vegas Golden Knights Official Library Card! Clark County residents now have the opportunity to support both their library AND their beloved local hockey team, by claiming their very own Vegas Golden Knights “Vegas Born” library card.
“Promoting literacy and learning is a mission that we share with the Vegas Golden Knights, and we are thrilled to partner with them,” said Dr. Ronald R. Heezen, executive director of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District.
It’s easy to get a Vegas Golden Knights card. New cardholders can start the sign-up process online at LVCCLD.org, or at their nearest Library District branch, where they must present a photo ID and proof of address, such as a utility bill. Current cardholders who want to trade in their existing card can do so at their nearest branch.
Dr. Heezen encourages the public to visit LVCCLD.org to learn more about the free education, technology, and arts programs that the Library District provides. And don’t miss the new blog from Vegas Golden Knights mascot Chance the Gila Monster, spotlighting his favorite books, movies, and music each month!
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Navigating you through the best of our library collection, via the recommendations of one very opinionated librarian. By Rebecca Colbert Head of Collection and Bibliographic Services @ The Library District Have you experienced “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” by Marie Kondo yet? Piled your clothes into a giant heap and held each item, waiting to feel sparks of joy? Rearranged your kitchen only to spend ten minutes looking for wooden spoons the very next day? I’m on this journey with you, but let’s take a break and discover other tidying up ideas that await you at your library!
in a Kardashian World” by Jordan Christy, who shows us that it’s not the dress, but the confidence you project, that people will notice and admire. Or for a bit of whimsy, check out “Maker Projects for Kids Who Love Fashion” by Sarah Levete, and “Duct Tape Fashion” by Carolyn Bernhardt — because few things are more joyful (or satisfying) than watching your kids express their creativity!
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For more ideas and creative guidance, our digital resources on LVCCLD.org offer limitless possibilities. For example, Creativebug is an online database that teaches how to make clothes from start to finish (see page 22 for details), plus thousands of other craft projects. If you’re already a whiz at sewing, try the University of Fashion database for patterns and techniques that will take your design skills to the next level. And if your teen is a budding fashionista, our new sewing machines at Sahara West, Centennial Hills, Sunrise, Enterprise, and Mesquite
The first place to start is your closet. Send those “never wear” items to the thrift store to spark joy for someone else (and get a nice tax deduction). Then look at those items that you truly love (and that fit the body you have) with fresh eyes. We have plenty of advice for managing or rethinking your personal style. Two examples are “Fashion Hacks: Your Fashion Failures Solved!” by Rebecca Rissman, who offers tips on how to fix those faux pas and look runway ready; and “How to Be a Hepburn 6
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Libraries, will give them hands-on training on how to operate the machines, and they’ll find sewing classes, too. (Check our website events calendar for details.)
Donating Books The second decluttering area that Marie Kondo recommends is your book collection. This one is a cinch if you do what I do … don’t buy, check them out at the library! Consider these win-win scenarios:
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Borrowing from the library eliminates those ever-growing stacks of books. You know, the pile you’ve finished reading, the pile you’re waiting to read, and the ones you started and never finished? Instead, check out a stack for now and keep the rest on your virtual shelf in your website account. And those titles that you started but never finished? There is probably a reason! Life is too short to slog through a
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boring book (or movie or song.) Just hit the refresh button and choose something that’s worth your time. The beauty of borrowing rather than buying is that you’ve lost nothing if a selection fails to deliver.
Borrowing gives you a never-ending supply of books in any format that you choose. I’m old school and like the feel of paper in my hands, but my friends like eBooks for their iPads, while my mom prefers audiobooks. And best of all, digital versions live in your device — zero clutter. We add eBooks daily and have three excellent sources for them now, conveniently located on our website: Overdrive, RB Digital, and Hoopla. From the homepage, click on eResources on the blue menu bar. From the drop-down menu, click A-Z Resources, then scroll down alphabetically to browse all of our free eResources. (Also stream or download movies and music on LVCCLD.org from the comfort of your easy chair.)
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some other reference that you would return to again and again, why buy them? You can borrow up to 50 items at a time from us and come back for new items every three weeks. Looking for something that we don’t have? I will try to get it for you if you drop me an email at cbs@LVCCLD.org.
But toss out anything that can be digitally scanned and stored on your hard drive. And no need to hang on to those DMV or IRS forms, for example. You will find whatever you’re looking for on their websites. Even the government has discovered: Less Paper = More Joy!
And like your clothes, be honest about books that you bought with good intentions, but that somehow don’t “fit” you anymore. The best destination for your stacks of used books, DVDs, or CDs is the Clark County Library, where we collect these donations for our semi-annual book sales. The proceeds benefit our Library District Foundation, which funds fantastic programs for all ages (and you get another nice tax deduction).
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The third space to declutter is your paper piles. Save the important items, of course, like birth certificates, your last will & testament, anything that requires an original signature.
If tidying up seems overwhelming without Marie Kondo right by your side, our catalog is filled with other ways to achieve organization nirvana. I especially liked the hilarious but practical book, “Decluttering at the Speed of Life: Winning Your Never-Ending Battle With Stuff ” by Dana White, who helped me realize that I can feel like a winner by just cleaning off one counter or going through one cabinet. I also really liked “Cut the Clutter” by Cynthia Townley Ewer, whose tips make tidying up easier to tackle, leaving you with more time and energy for the good things in life.
If you love Marie Kondo’s approach, the library has dozens of books that expand on the KonMari method of Japanese minimalism, including Kondo’s more recent title, “Spark Joy.” Another cleareyed, absolutely worthwhile book is “The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning” by Margareta Magnusson. She suggests saving your relatives the agony of sorting through your things after you die. The popularity of this title demonstrates that yearning for a streamlined living space is universal. Tidying up is an intentional act that opens up new possibilities. The ultimate goal in this new national obsession is what The New York Times Best-Selling author Melissa Michaels addresses in her book, “Make Room for What You Love: Your Essential Guide to Organizing & Simplifying.” Walking in the door to a home that exudes calm and simplicity is an antidote to our busy, hectic lives, and she shows you how to achieve this step-by-step.
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Taking Our Own Advice
We are tidying up our libraries as well. In the past year, you may have noticed us rearranging and reducing our shelves, while increasing the content and information available through our new website. You will find so many helpful eResources there to save you time and money. Two great examples: VetNow assists veterans trying to navigate the VA; and Nevada Legal Forms offers a super helpful database to guide you through the legal system. Our website also offers your favorite newspapers and magazines, which you can read online for free. By letting go of items that have served their purpose, we are making space for new programs that build skills for the future, such as STEAM and robotics for kids, as well as events that entertain, educate, and inform all ages and interests.
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Sush Machida: Twenty Years in Vegas An exhibit of paintings that are a combination of modern pop art, traditional Japanese symmetry, and animal themes. The Studio @ Sahara West Library Mar. 1 - Apr. 27 Reception: Mar. 7, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Christopher J. Brandstetter: Detroit: Art in Decay Visually striking photography showcasing Detroit schools, homes, and other abandoned buildings in decay. Sahara West Library Mar. 5 - May 26 Reception: Mar. 7, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Clay Arts Vegas: Out of the Fire: An Exploration of Firing Techniques An intriguing display of the many ways of finishing ceramics including electric, gas, soda, and wood firing. Sahara West Library Mar. 7 - Apr. 27 Reception: Mar. 7, 5:30 - 7 p.m. Las Vegas News Bureau: Vintage Vegas: In Color News Bureau color photographs of Las Vegas during the 1950s to 1960s. Whitney Library Mar. 12 - May 7 David Roberts: Beyond the Stairs Amazing Etch A Sketch renderings of cartoons, portraits, and architecture on several different sizes of Etch A Sketches, from the “World’s Smallest” to the “Classic” models. Windmill Library Mar. 14 - May 12
James (H) Kim and Christine Kim: Korean Brush Painting Traditional Korean brush and ink paintings of landscapes, flowers, and animals. West Charleston Library Mar. 19 - May 14 Reception: Mar. 19, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Thomas Shea: Photography Art With landscape photographs featuring images of mountains, deserts, oceans, and more, Thomas Shea aims to capture images of nature that are representative of peace, love, and harmony. Clark County Library Apr. 9 - June 18
Paul Lorin: Sunsets: Capturing a Moment in Time Oil paintings inspired by the beauty of nature, focused especially on capturing the warm glow of the falling sun along the landscapes of the Southwest. Spring Valley Library Mar. 21 - June 4
Lance Olson: Hueniverse Vibrant mixed-media paintings that concentrate on color and elicite emotion from the viewer. Laughlin Library Apr. 14 - June 22
Illuminating Engineering Society: From Darkness into Light Competing teams will assemble non-perishable food goods to create shadow sculptures. After the exhibit, items will be donated to the Three Square food bank. Summerlin Library Mar. 26 - June 9 Stephanie Serpick: A New Fall These intimate paintings of unmade beds and tossed sheets depict the empty bed as a personal space where one often weathers feelings of grief, depression, and isolation. Enterprise Library Mar. 28 - June 11 Checko Salgado: 28th Street A compilation of photographs documenting the 28th Street community. East Las Vegas Library Apr. 25 - July 7
Ted Polumbaum: Lives on the Line: Images of Civil Rights Works by photojournalist Ted Polumbaum, curated by Judy Polumbaum, feature images of Freedom Summer, the Poor People’s Campaign, and African-American activists, artists, athletes, and scholars. West Las Vegas Library Apr. 16 - June 25 Wade Hampton: | ˈpalət | Portrait, landscape, and still-life oil paintings realistically rendered with loose, expressive brushstrokes. Centennial Hills Library Apr. 25 - June 30 Dale Cox: Paintings Paintings that focus on nostalgia and beauty, depicting subjects the artist knows and loves. Whitney Library May 9 - July 9
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Benjamin Schmitt and Benjamin Johnsen: Frozen in Flux An exhibition of artwork that explores the contrast between the state of being static (still) and fluid (free-flowing). Windmill Library May 14 - July 14 Las Vegas News Bureau: Vegas Golden Knights News Bureau photographs documenting the Golden Knights’ historical inaugural season. West Charleston Library May 16 - July 16 Denise R. Duarte: Unraveling Identity A socially-engaged exhibition that uses the diversity of plants to illustrate that it is a human construct to define “normal” regarding sexuality and gender identity. The Studio @ Sahara West Library May 24 - July 20 Reception: May 30, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Desert Companion’s 7th Annual Photo Showcase Exhibition Finalists’ photographs from Desert Companion’s 7th Annual “Focus on Nevada” feature. Sahara West Library May 30 - July 28 Reception: May 30, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Las Vegas Artists Guild: “Everybody Has a Dream” Juried Exhibit A variety of art presented by members of the Las Vegas Artists Guild, juried and judged by invited art professionals. Sahara West Library May 30 - July 20 Reception: May 30, 5:30 - 8 p.m.
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Alash Unique Ancient Singing with a Touch of Jimi Hendrix What is Tuvan throat singing? The answer begins in Tuva, an area in the Russian republic about the size of Wisconsin, which lies along the border of Mongolia. Throat singing is an ancient style taught from one generation to the next. It requires precise control of the larynx, through which a singer can vocalize multiple notes at the same time. You don’t have to travel far to experience it this unique musical style. One of the foremost Tuvan throat singing groups, Alash, performs two shows at the Library District this March. The three members of the group — Bady-Dorzhu Ondar, Ayan-ool Sam, and Ayan Shirizhik — have practiced throat singing since childhood. Alash tours internationally, and has been the subject of national stories by PBS, the Washington Post, and more. As the group’s manager, Sean Quirk, explained to PBS, the trio’s ability to manipulate their voices represents a lifetime of training, and their devotion to their craft is strongly connected to their heritage. “It’s so deeply tied up with the culture and the
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way Tuvan people view the world,” he told the interviewer. “It is a worldview built on a long, long history of nomadic life, which means you’re very attentive to the cycle of nature … the sounds of nature.” In fact, their roots are so connected to the Tuvan countryside that their name is a nod to the Alash River, which runs northwest in Tuva. At an Alash show, you can expect to hear not just multiple notes simultaneously, but a blend of Tuvan tradition and contemporary Western music. Alash cites Jimi Hendrix and Sun Ra among their influences. They also contributed vocals to the cut, “Jingle Bells” on Béla Fleck & the Flecktones’ Grammy Award-winning album, “Jingle All the Way.” Does this mean a cover of “Purple Haze” is in the cards? No matter what, you truly haven’t heard anything like Tuvan throat singing and it’s not to be missed.
Clark County Library Saturday, March 9 | 4 p.m. West Charleston Library Sunday, March 10 | 2 p.m.
André Mehmari Portuguese Pianist Interprets The Beatles & More When André Mehmari performs “Here Comes the Sun” by The Beatles, it will sound a little different than you’d expect. The Brazilian musician/composer (who, yes, released an album of reworked Beatles tunes) is known for taking any song and making it his own through improvisation. He has a way of layering notes on the piano as inspiration moves him through a song, and half the fun of his live performances is never knowing exactly where he’ll take you. His incredible technical skill will be on full display at two shows at the Library District this April. André is one of the most celebrated musicians in his native Brazil. In 1998, while in his early twenties, he won the first national VISA MPB competition, the most important award for popular music in Brazil. It’s no surprise that he saw success at such a young age as he began studying music at age five. By 10, he taught himself improvisational jazz, and had completed his first composition. As a young man, he was
invited to teach music at some of Brazil’s most prestigious music schools and festivals. Throughout adulthood, he has been in-demand on the concert circuit, and we are lucky to have him joining us on his 2019 tour. His talent has brought him to Europe, Japan, and the United States, including a recent show at the esteemed Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. “I see improvisation as the door of entrance for the composing process,” he told NPR’s “All Things Considered” during his stop at the nation’s capital. During his NPR broadcast, he did a 10-minute extemporaneous performance inspired by the radio show’s theme — check it out on YouTube. André is known to glean motivation from almost anything, and presents his audience with something surprising and new. When you find yourself on the other side of his piano, he might even ask you for a few ideas, and create a new song right then and there!
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Clark County Library Friday, April 5 | 7 p.m. Windmill Library Sunday, April 7 | 2 p.m.
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Danny Green Trio Jazz Piano with Strings Attached
At an age when most children are entering kindergarten, Danny Green was already studying classical piano. He became so absorbed in the instrument that his first recital was almost a one-child show, until his parents finally coaxed him off the stage. His passion for the piano included a preteen obsession with Nirvana. Danny’s Nirvana period later grew into a flourishing jazz career. A native of Southern California, he studied jazz piano at UC San Diego and earned a masters in jazz studies from San Diego State University. He is a sought-after jazz artist, who tours nationally, and has released numerous albums. This April, don’t miss the Danny Green Trio on the Library District stage for three rousing performances, where you might even catch some Brazilian tunes thrown in for good measure.
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Danny formed the trio in 2010, and took his groove to a whole new level with bassist Justin Grinnell and drummer Julien Cantelm. Not only does he lead the band and play piano, he also writes their original compositions. On their 2016 album “Altered Narratives,” Danny experimented by introducing string instruments into their music. It was such a hit that in 2018, the trio added a string quartet and released their debut album, “One Day It Will.” “Green’s got a gorgeously swinging and melodic touch, and uses his trio of Justin Grinnell and Julien Cantelm with another clever decision of taking his own compositions to deliver the goods,” wrote Jazz Weekly of the album. And deliver they shall! We just can’t guarantee any Nirvana.
West Charleston Library Friday, April 26 | 7:30 p.m. Rainbow Library Saturday, April 27 | 3 p.m. Sahara West Library Sunday, April 28 | 3 p.m.
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Sofia Talvik
A Nordic & Americana Toe-Tapping Mash-up
You could say that a sixteen-month tour across the U.S. in an RV could have an effect on a person. That’s what happened to Swedish-born singer Sofia Talvik, and her Americana-soaked folk music is the result. Sofia released her first album in 2005, and by 2008, she had become the first Swedish female artist to play one of America’s most popular music festivals, Chicago’s Lollapalooza. On her sixth full-length album, “Big Sky County,” her music has taken up a toe-tapping twang — which she’ll bring to three performances at the Library District this May. You will surely fall for Sofia’s subtle rasp and guitar-driven melodies. And upon close listen, you can also pick up on her natural songwriting talent. “I’ve seen the Blue Ridge Mountains rise tall/I’ve heard the San Francisco sea lions call/I left my heart in a dirty old bar/In Laramie, Wyoming, I slept in my car/And there were days when I thought; this is it/I
couldn’t go forward, yet I couldn’t quit,” she sings on “Big Sky Country.” As if writing and singing aren’t enough, she is also her own video producer. While on tour, she continues to write songs and edit her own music videos from footage captured on the road. Sofia takes that same raw, honest approach to her art with her newer songs, having released “Die Alone” in 2018. “I wrote this song because I got tired of getting the question ‘Do you have kids?’ every time I was playing live. I figured if I wrote a song that answered the question, then people wouldn’t have to ask me.” The answer is: She doesn’t, which is OK. Her children are her songs and she is preparing to give birth to what will surely be another milestone album later this year. Until then, we can hear more of her road stories, new music, and honest lyrics from a Library District stage!
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West Charleston Library Friday, May 24 | 7:30 p.m. Clark County Library Saturday, May 25 | 7 p.m. Rainbow Library Sunday, May 26 | 2 p.m.
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A Celebration of Russian Music and Culture
Dr. Maria (Masha) Pisarenko and friends will perform a concert in celebration of Russian music & culture. The afternoon will feature an exciting program of chamber and solo music by Russian composers. Clark County Library Sun., Mar. 24 at 2 p.m.
In The Spotlight
Matt Beilis
The Soul of Pop
Opera Las Vegas
Take a sensational musical journey through the evolution of pop music with an arsenal of hit songs that span nearly a century. Hear smash hits spanning the decades from artists like The Beatles, Elvis, Stevie Wonder, and The Eagles all the way through to current pop hits by John Legend, Adele, and more! Whitney Library | Thu., Apr. 18 at 6 p.m. Mesquite Library | Fri., Apr. 19 at 6 p.m. Sahara West Library | Sat., Apr. 20 at 2 p.m.
Jack and the Beanstalk
A fast-paced, family-friendly performance guaranteed to delight every audience. The show includes a bumbling giant, a mysterious trader of very suspicious magic beans, plus singing weeds, daisies, and beans. Clark County Library | Fri., Apr. 5 at 4 p.m. Windmill Library | Sat., Apr. 6 at 2 p.m. Whitney Library | Sun., Apr. 7 at 2 p.m.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month | May 2019 Clark County Library Don Ho Polynesian Revue Hear the hits of Don Ho and other popular breezy island songs as Hawaiian-born entertainer Dean Perry honors the famous Don Ho Polynesian Revue in this special tribute. Sun., May 5 at 2 p.m. 14
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Taiko Drum Workshops for Adults and Youth Learn the basic drum techniques and talk about the history of the Japanese taiko drum. For ages 7 and up. Sat., May 18 at 11 a.m.
Taiko Drum Concert with Las Vegas Kaminari Taiko An earthshaking drum concert mixing traditional folkloric songs, contemporary pieces, and original compositions. Sun., May 19 at 2 p.m.
Asian Heritage Movie Older brother Jin-tae Lee (Dong-Gun Jang) and younger brother Jin-seok Lee (Won Bin) are forced to join the army when South Korea is invaded by North Korea in 1950. Wed., May 29 at 2 p.m.
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ComedySportz Improv ComedySportz, the internationallyacclaimed and hilarious improv comedy group, features teams who compete for laughs, points, and audience support. Clark County Library Fridays at 6 p.m. Mar. 1, May 17 Spring Social with Stuck In Reverse This Bluegrass sensation welcomes the warm weather with a performance on the Mesquite Library patio. Enjoy an afternoon of music and refreshments. Mesquite Library Sat., Mar. 9 at 4 p.m. Swing into Spring with the Swing It! Girls The Swing It! Girls with live band Swing Machine return to rock the stage with another fresh, foot-tapping show filled with the boogie-woogie hits you love. Windmill Library Sat., Mar. 16 at 3 p.m. Ballet Folklorico Dance Showcase A journey through time and place as Clark County School District student dance groups perform folkloric dances from various regions and time periods. Clark County Library Wed., Mar. 20 at 7 p.m.
Fame (They’re Not Going to Live Forever) We chart the course of celebrity through the correspondence of luminaries like Stephen King, Andy Warhol, Elvis Presley, Emily Dickinson, Bruce Lee, Marilyn Monroe, and Tom Hanks. Get a new perspective on fame from the famous in our most popular show! West Charleston Library Fri., Mar. 29 at 7:30 p.m. A Staged Reading of Edward Albee’s Three Tall Women This portrait of three women at different stages in their lives was a 1994 Pulitzer Prize winner. A young woman has been sent to sort out the finances of an elderly client, but it’s more than money that gets put through the wringer as the older woman’s life is laid out in all of its charming, vicious, and wretched glory. Clark County Library Fri., Mar. 29 at 7:30 p.m. The Lique: Live in Concert Storytelling, fan interaction, and choreographed routines are just part of what you will enjoy when watching this four-piece band, which was named “Best Band” by Vegas Seven magazine. West Las Vegas Library Fri., Apr. 5 at 7 p.m. Sat., Apr. 6 at 7 p.m. Sun., Apr. 7 at 2 p.m.
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Simply Ballroom: Southern Utah University Ballroom Dance Company Audiences will be treated to breathtaking lifts, beautiful costumes, and a variety of ballroom dances including the exciting Latin samba of Brazil, the majestic slow waltz of Austria, the rhythmical cha-cha from Cuba, the elegant American foxtrot, and the intense Spanish paso doble. Clark County Library Sat., Apr. 6 at 2 p.m. Liberace Lives! A tribute show not to be missed. Liberace was one of the 20th century’s most famous and flamboyant performers, enjoying a four-decade career of concerts, TV, and movies. Windmill Library Sat., May 11 at 3 p.m. Celebrate World Belly Dance Day This worldwide annual event is held in over 200 cities to help raise awareness and funds for local shelters that offer assistance to victims of abuse. Summerlin Library Sat., May 11 at 7 p.m.
Mother’s Day Spring Concert with the Las Vegas Classical Guitar Ensemble Celebrate this Mother’s Day with an afternoon concert featuring a selection of spring-themed music from the Renaissance through the 21st century. Clark County Library Sun., May 12 at 2 p.m. Fiesta Del Mariachi: Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Mariachi Studies Concert Series 2019 Celebrate Mexican culture, heritage, and community through song and dance performances by talented students from the Clark County School District’s Mariachi programs and community ensembles. West Las Vegas Library Sat., May 18 at 2 p.m. Contemporary West Dance Theatre Spring 2019 Concert Series CWDT, a multi-cultural, five-star American dance company, is dedicated to continuing the legacy of excellence in the arts, celebrating diverse artistic exchange, and bringing dance to the people. West Las Vegas Library Fri., May 24 at 7:30 p.m. Sat., May 25 at 7:30 p.m. Sun., May 26 at 1:30 p.m.
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STEAM Month Celebrate science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics,
and learn something new in April by participating in these fun programs! LEGO Club We’re having a block party every first Thursday of the month! Come use blocks to create cool stuff. Grades K-5. Summerlin Library Tue., Apr. 2 at 4:30 p.m. Bug Out! A special program dedicated to creepy, crawly bugs. We’ll share stories, crafts, and activities. Grades K-5. Clark County Library Wed., Apr. 3 at 4 p.m. DUPLO Family Storytime Join us for stories, songs, and fingerplays, then stay for social and family bonding time with DUPLOs. All ages. Rainbow Library Sat., Apr. 6 at 11 a.m. STEAM Club: Tinker Lab Play and tinker with our newest and greatest STEAM toys. Ages 4-11. West Las Vegas Library Sun., Apr. 7 at 3 p.m.
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DUPLO Club Help your little one build their engineering skills by using our DUPLOs. Ages 0-5. Centennial Hills Library Mon., Apr. 8 at 10:30 a.m. Tech Petting Zoo LittleBits and Ozobots and Codeapillar, oh my! Come sample some of our gadgets and gizmos. Grades K-8. Rainbow Library Wed., Apr. 10 at 4 p.m. Amazing Animorphs Find out about the amazing things that real shape shifters in the Animal Kingdom can do. Then make your own zany Animorph creation. Ages 6-11. Sahara West Library Wed., Apr. 10 at 4:30 p.m. The Mad Scientists’ Club Let your imagination run wild! We’ll do awesome experiments and learn about the amazing science that makes them work. Ages 6-11. Enterprise Library Wed., Apr. 10 at 4:30 p.m.
STEAM Challenge: Craft a Raft See if you can build a raft that really floats with the supplies provided. Ages 6-17. Whitney Library Thu., Apr. 11 at 4 p.m.
Family DUPLO Club Help your child build their engineering skills by using our DUPLOs alongside other children. Ages 0-11. Centennial Hills Library Sat., Apr. 13 at 3 p.m.
Crazy Catapults Learn how catapults work and then make your own. Ages 6-11. Windmill Library Thu., Apr. 11 at 4:30 p.m.
Shaving Cream Marbled Eggs Come on down and make some beautiful colorful eggs using shaving cream. Grades K-5. Sunrise Library Tue., Apr. 16 at 4 p.m.
Fun Friday: Art Science Test out your creative abilities as we explore cool art techniques and learn the science behind them. Ages 6-11. Spring Valley Library Fri., Apr. 12 at 4 p.m. Build with Keva Planks Kids (and parents) challenge their brains by stacking wooden Keva planks just the right way to complete simple structures. Ages 0-11. West Charleston Library Sat., Apr. 13 at 11 a.m.
Squishy Circuits Learn how simple circuits work by playing with our squishy circuits. Grades K-5. Clark County Library Wed., Apr. 17 at 4 p.m. Tween Thursday: Machine Mania Use our maker kits like Cublets and Rigamigigs to make simple machines, both large and small. Ages 8-12. Centennial Hills Library Thu., Apr. 18 at 4 p.m.
The Art Club Inspired by great artists, we’ll explore fun and different ways to create art. Ages 6-11. Enterprise Library Wed., Apr. 24 at 4:30 p.m. Start Your Own Garden Decorate and plant your own seeds and learn about the basics of growing your own garden. Ages 6-11. Sahara West Library Wed., Apr. 24 at 4:30 p.m. Let’s Play Music! Play some keys, bang a tambourine, and sing songs as we learn about music and movement. Instruments will be provided. Ages 0-11. West Charleston Library Wed., Apr. 24 at 6 p.m. Fun Friday: Mad Science Prepare to have fun, get messy, and explore science with hands-on experiments. Invite your friends! Ages 6-11. Spring Valley Library Fri., Apr. 26 at 4 p.m.
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GEEK OUT! We discuss and debate on GEEK subjects such as video games, anime, comic books, and more. Grades 6-12. West Las Vegas Library Saturdays, Mar. 2, Apr. 6, May 4 at 1 p.m. TechArt Studio: Learn to DJ Interactive, hands-on experience will expose you to the profession of being a DJ. You will learn the skill of scratching, mixing, lighting, and more. Ages 13-17. Enterprise Library Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 p.m. Mar. 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 DIY Taco Earbud Holder Come in to make a cute taco earbud holder. Ages 12-17. Sahara West Library Tue., Mar. 5 at 3 p.m. Escape Room in a Box Solve puzzles and follow clues to see if you can unlock multiple locks to win our Escape Room in a Box Challenge. Ages 11-17. Whitney Library Tue., Mar. 5 at 4 p.m.
Teens Work: Employment Prep Series • What’s Out There? Nevada Career Explorer Tue., Mar. 5 at 4 p.m. • Who Am I? How to Fill Out an Application Tue., Mar. 12 at 4 p.m. • Dress and Impress for Success! Interviewing Skills Tue., Mar. 19 at 4 p.m. • What’s Next? Job Fair and Application Stations Tue., Mar. 26 at 4 p.m. Grades 9-12. Sunrise Library Adulting 101 • Dress for Success Thu., Mar. 7 at 4 p.m. • How to Get a Job Thu., Mar. 14 at 4 p.m. • Time to Move Out Thu., Mar. 21 at 4 p.m. • Budgeting on a Dime Thu., Mar. 28 at 4 p.m. • Simple Cooking Thu., Apr. 4 at 4 p.m. • Hostess with the Mostest Thu., Apr. 11 at 4 p.m. Ages 12-18. Clark County Library
Teen Crafternoon: Paint Chip Art Hang out and get crafty with your friends! Ages 11-17. Centennial Hills Library Fri., Mar. 8 at 4 p.m.
Teen Tuesday: Gamer Crafts Play Smash Bros. and/or create crafts inspired by your favorite video games. Ages 11-17. Whitney Library Tue., Mar. 12 at 4 p.m.
Anime Club Celebrate Japanese popular culture, discuss series old and new, and check out some manga or a DVD. Ages 13-17. Enterprise Library Mondays at 4 p.m. Mar. 11, 25, May 6, 20
Poetry Jam Middle school students will perform original poetry. Co-sponsored by Clark County School District. Grades 6-8. West Charleston Library Mon., Apr. 8 at 5:30 p.m. Whitney Library Wed., Apr. 10 at 5:30 p.m.
What They Talkin’ Bout? We discuss lyrics in popular music and what they mean, then create your own music on our laptops. Grades 6-12. West Las Vegas Library Mondays at 4 p.m. Mar. 11, Apr. 15, May 13 Slime Day! Make your own batch of slime! Ages 12-17. Sahara West Library Tuesdays at 3 p.m. Mar. 12, Apr. 2, May 7
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Teen Tuesday: Poetry Art Celebrate Poetry Month by creating your own poetry art masterpiece. Ages 12-17. Windmill Library Tue., Apr. 16 at 3 p.m. Neurodiversity Party Celebrating all of the things that make us who we are! There will be lots of fun games, prizes, and chances to make new friends. Ages 13-17. Rainbow Library Thu., Apr. 18 at 4 p.m.
Cosplay Fandom Prom Dress up as your favorite character and join us for dancing, DJing, a cosplay contest, and fandom fun. Grades 6-12. Sunrise Library Fri., Apr. 26 at 3:30 p.m. 3rd Annual Teen Job Workshop Looking for a job this summer? We will show you how to create a résumé, job search online, dress for success and provide interviewing tips to help you land a great summer job! Grades 9-12. West Las Vegas Library Wed., May 8 at 3:30 p.m. K-Pop Jeopardy BTS, Super Junior, 2NE1, and more! Celebrate K-Pop music and Korean pop culture in this special Jeopardy-style game show for our teen fans. Sunrise Library Tue., May 14 at 4 p.m.
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Family & Kids Fun Zone Each One, Read One 2019: Barnacle Is Bored
Family Music Fest 2019
Meet author Jonathan Fenske as he discusses his book, “Barnacle is Bored.” In this illustrated book, Barnacle is stuck on the underside of a pier, wishing he had something to do. Co-sponsored by the Clark County School District. Ages 3-6. Rainbow Library Fri., Mar. 1 at 11 a.m.
Día de los Niños Celebration
Come celebrate Día de los Niño (Children’s Day). There will be crafts, games, and a puppet show! All ages. Sunrise Library Thu., Apr. 25 at 4 p.m. Día de los Niños Storytime We’ll learn some Spanish, dance and sing, and make a craft. Ages 0-5. Sunrise Library Tue., Apr. 30 at 10:30 a.m.
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Join us for an all-day music festival for families featuring storytimes, community partners, prizes, food trucks, and performances. Windmill Library Sat., Apr. 13 at 10:30 a.m.
Summer Challenge Kickoffs Beginning May 18, pick up a gameboard or sign up online at LVCCLD.beanstack.org for the the Summer Challenge! To complete the challenge, just read 10 hours and/or complete some fun activities to enter into our grand prize drawing. Summer Challenge Carnival Kickoff Clark County Library Sat., May 18 at 11 a.m. Pirate Summer Challenge Kickoff Centennial Hills Library Wed., May 22 at 4:30 p.m.
Summer Challenge Kickoff West Charleston Library Wed., May 29 at 2 p.m. Glow-in-the-Dark Dance Party Summer Challenge Kickoff Rainbow Library Wed., May 29 at 11 a.m.
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Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Celebration Enjoy the magic of Dr. Seuss on his birthday! We will have activities, games, and more. Oh, the places we will go! Ages 0-11. Clark County Library Sat., Mar. 2 at 3 p.m. Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with wacky crafts and treats! All ages. Whitney Library Sat., Mar. 2 at 3 p.m. TechArt Studio: bitLab Try electronic littleBits! Invent endless contraptions with these high-tech, snap-together, magnetic modules. We also have Ozobots, Cubelets, LEGOs, K’NEX, and more. Ages 9-11. Enterprise Library Tue., Mar. 5 at 4 p.m. An Irish Afternoon Learn about Irish traditions through stories and music. Do the “Irish Jig” and make a green craft! Ages 6-11. West Charleston Library Tue., Mar. 12 at 4:30 p.m. Junk Drawer Challenge We have a secret challenge for you to solve! We’ll provide random supplies, you bring the imagination. Ages 6-11. Sunrise Library Thu., Mar. 14 at 4 p.m. Choose Your Own Adventure Just like the book series, you will get to pick your own path and activities during these programs. Ages 8 and up. West Las Vegas Library Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Mar. 20, Apr. 17, May 15
Strawbees Discover a world of possibilities with straws and connectors. Imagination required. Ages 6-11. Clark County Library Wed., Mar. 20 at 4 p.m.
Flower Power Learn all about flowers — from the strange, smelly, and sweet! Then make a colorful take-home craft. Ages 6-11. Sahara West Library Wed., Apr. 17 at 4:30 p.m.
Wild About Storytime Discover the wilds of the forest, the depths of the sea, and the blue beauty of the skies as we learn about different animals in this special preschool storytime! Ages 3-5. Sunrise Library Thu., Mar. 28 at 10:30 a.m.
Fun Friday: Video Games Join your friends and have some fun on our Wii and Xbox. Board games are also available. Ages 6-11. Spring Valley Library Fri., Apr. 19 at 4 p.m.
LEGO Club Join us for LEGO Club! We’ll share stories and books and build projects inspired by those stories. Grades K-5. Centennial Hills Library Wed., Apr. 10 at 4:30 p.m. The Little STEAMers’ Club Explore our multiple STEAM stations to help encourage creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication. Ages 2-5. Enterprise Library Wed., Apr. 17 at 11 a.m. DIY Parachute Troopers Make your own parachute troopers with our supplies. Grades K-5. Centennial Hills Library Wed., Apr. 17 at 4:30 p.m. Engineers’ Club Are you creative? Do you think outside the box? Find out as we construct various structures using amazing science knowledge and skills. Ages 6-11. Enterprise Library Wed., Apr. 17 at 4:30 p.m.
Super-Fun Marble Run Use our ExploraLabs to build a marble fun run. Ages 6-11. Windmill Library Thu., Apr. 25 at 4:30 p.m. Bristlecone Storytelling Festival Clark County School District 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students perform the art of storytelling. Co-sponsored by the Clark County School District. Windmill Library Mon., Apr. 29 at 5:30 p.m. West Charleston Library Tue., Apr. 30 at 5:30 p.m. Whitney Library Wed., May 1 at 5:30 p.m. Ready, Set, Kindergarten! Not sure what your preschooler needs to know before they enter kindergarten? No problem! Stop by for helpful tips to have a successful year. Bring your child for fun activities. Ages 3-6. Rainbow Library Tue., May 7 at 11 a.m.
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Mother’s Day Tea Party Bring your mom, grandma or other special person as we read stories, sing songs, and make some special crafts. All ages. Rainbow Library Wed., May 8 at 11 a.m. We Love You Mom Come celebrate mom, with stories and a special gift for mom! Ages 0-5. Sunrise Library Fri., May 10 at 10:30 a.m. Mother’s Day Crafternoon Stop by the library and create some treasures for mom on her special day! All ages. Whitney Library Sun., May 12 at 11 a.m. Craft It Use our beads, craft sticks, yarn, and other craft materials to make something unique. Ages 0-11. Clark County Library Tue., May 14 at 4 p.m. Monday Madness: Fortnite Celebration The Fortnite game comes to life with fun challenges and themed activities. Ages 6 and up. West Las Vegas Library Mon., May 20 at 4 p.m. Step-by-Step Learn simple steps to help make an amazing LEGO creation. Ages 3-11. Clark County Library Wed., May 29 at 4 p.m.
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Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Helping the Most Vulnerable to a Brighter Future
By Melissa Jacobowitz, MPA Director of Development & Evaluation for Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth Youth homelessness continues to increase in Southern Nevada with more than 15,000 homeless youth enrolled in Clark County schools during the 2017-2018 year1, a 38 percent increase from the prior school year. There are many circumstances that can lead a young person to homelessness, including violence or sexual abuse in the home, and mental health disorders or substance abuse by a parent. Research also shows that between 20-40 percent of homeless youth identify as LGBTQ , and have experienced rejection by their families and communities.2 The nonprofit Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth (NPHY) helps homeless, abused, neglected, or abandoned children and teens who need safety and protection. These kids can reach out to us any time of the day or night, and we will be there. We provide programming to stabilize young lives; a safe, nurturing environment; and start them on a path to self-sufficiency. Established in 2000, NPHY has helped thousands of homeless kids find their way, and this journey often starts with 1
asking for help from one of our Safe Place partners. The universally recognized Safe Place signs, in their distinctive yellow and black diamond design, serve as a beacon of hope to youth who have no one to turn to. When kids in crisis enter a business with a Safe Place sign, they find understanding and support from an adult they can trust.
NPHY’s Drop-In Center, where they can receive food, clothing, hygiene supplies, transportation assistance, and help to secure identification documents. Or depending upon their circumstances, they may go to one of our Emergency Shelters, where they can begin to relax, have a hot meal, take a shower, and get a good night’s sleep.
If you are a young person who needs help, here is what to do:
And now, these Safe Place signs will be at the entrance of every Las Vegas-Clark County Library District branch! We are so proud to welcome the Library District as our newest Safe Place partner, which extends to all 25 urban and rural neighborhood libraries that the District operates across Clark County.
An individualized plan is created for them, including housing, counseling with a licensed therapist, goal-setting, educational support, and depending upon their age, employment counseling. NPHY clients also receive no-cost medical care, legal counseling, and mentorships to help them navigate toward a brighter future.
• Get on any RTC bus and ask the
All Library District branch staff have been trained on how to recognize, approach, and reassure kids who are facing desperate circumstances. Staff will then call an NPHY crisis responder, who will typically arrive within 30 minutes. The youth is interviewed, their situation and immediate needs are assessed and, when needed, they are transported to an appropriate location for further services. This can include
NPHY also conducts mobile and static street outreach and other community efforts to locate homeless youth who may not be aware of our services. Helping homeless youth take control of their lives is so important, not only for their own health and safety, but for the social welfare and future of our community. For more information, please visit www.nphy.org or call 702.383.1332.
• Call NPHY’s toll-free crisis hotline at 1-866-U-ARE-SAFE (1.866.827.3723), available 24/7/365. driver for free transportation to a Safe Place site.
• Ask for help at any of our Safe
Place locations, which include all Las Vegas-Clark County Library branches, Henderson Library branches, Terrible Herbst Convenience Stores, and city of Las Vegas fire stations.
• Come to the NPHY Drop-In Center, located at 4981 Shirley St. off of Tropicana Ave. near UNLV, open Monday - Saturday, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m .
Clark County School District Title I HOPE, 2018 | 2 Homeless LGBTQ Youth, Urban Institute, August 2014
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4 6 Meadows Library 251 W. Boston Ave., 89102 702.474.0023 7 Rainbow Library 3150 N. Buffalo Dr., 89128 702.507.3710 8 Sahara West Library 9600 W. Sahara Ave., 89117 702.507.3630 9 Spring Valley Library 4280 S. Jones Blvd., 89103 702.507.3820 10 Summerlin Library 1771 Inner Circle Dr., 89134 702.507.3860
26 11 Sunrise Library 5400 Harris Ave., 89110 702.507.3900 12 West Charleston Library 6301 W. Charleston Blvd., 89146 702.507.3940 13 West Las Vegas Library 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 89106 702.507.3980 14 Whitney Library 5175 E. Tropicana Ave., 89122 702.507.4010 15 Windmill Library 7060 W. Windmill Ln., 89113 702.507.6030
16 Blue Diamond Library 16A Cottonwood Dr., 89004 702.875.4295 17 Bunkerville Library 150 W. Virgin St., 89007 702.346.5238 18 Goodsprings Library 365 W. San Pedro Ave., 89019 702.874.1366 19 Indian Springs Library 715 Gretta Ln., 89018 702.879.3845
All urban branches are open Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Outlying branch hours vary; please call for hours.
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Mt. Charleston Library 75 Ski Chalet Pl., 89124 702.872.5585 Sandy Valley Library 650 Quartz Ave., 89019 702.723.5333 Searchlight Library 200 Michael Wendell Way, 89046 702.297.1442
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Did you KNOW
Library Community Food Drive
Creativebug
April 1 – 30, 2019
You’re More Creative Than You Think! Signing up for an LVCCLD library card saves you money, but you probably already knew that! You can come to our 25 branches for thousands of resources to borrow; free classes to attend in every subject from 3D printing to gardening; and entertaining concerts, movies, and theatrical productions to enjoy. One of the recently added perks of being a cardholder doesn’t even require you to come to the library. Using our website, you now have access to more than 1,000 ad-free craft tutorial videos from our newest eResource, Creativebug! That crochet blanket you wanted to start, the picture frame you’ve been meaning to decoupage, that cute coffee mug you saw at Target for $16.99 that you think you could probably make yourself … you can, and Creativebug helps make it easy. Without a valid library card, access to Creativebug’s content can cost up to $9.99 a month. But you can use Creativebug for free by getting your free library card! To find Creativebug, visit LVCCLD.org., then from the homepage, click on eResources on the blue menu bar. From the drop-down menu, click A-Z Resources, then click on the letter C and scroll down alphabetically to “Creativebug,” and click. You should then see a Creativebug webpage that reads “The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District has provided access.” Below that text is where you will create your own username and password to use the site. Now, Creativebug is yours to explore! You can browse Creativebug’s course offerings by craft type (knitting, jewelry, kids, food + home, etc.), by video length 22
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(“quick classes” average about ten minutes length, others can be an hour or more), and by skill level. You may also search by instructor, where you might recognize names such as author and illustrator Lisa Congdon and crochet teacher Edie Eckman. You get to watch an unlimited amount of their (and countless other) high-quality tutorials, for free. Additionally, you can download recipes, craft templates and patterns, and engage with fellow craft enthusiasts in community galleries and forums. Should you find yourself whipping through the offerings at a sewing machine’s pace, no worries! New classes are added to Creativebug daily. Some of our library branches also offer companion classes in-person, and our in-depth catalog offers the books and resources you need to take your newfound passions to the next level.
Do you have an overdue book, DVD, or CD with the library? If so, why not get out of debt and help the hungry? Beginning Monday, April 1, running through Tuesday, April 30, library users who have overdue fines can clear their accounts by bringing packaged or canned food items to the library. You can even bring in partial payment of fines with food items and there is no limit to the dollar amount that can be waived! Even if you do not have overdue fines, the library will gladly accept all donations. (Unfortunately, we cannot give future credit based upon contributions.) For each consumable, non-perishable, unopened, canned, or packaged food item you bring in to the library, the District will waive up to $2 toward LVCCLD late fines to clear or reduce amounts owed. You will also be able to replace your lost or missing library card for free. Simply stop by any of the Library District’s 25 convenient branches to take advantage of this offer. As you select your donation, please consider the healthfulness of the food. All donations will go to Three Square, whose mission is to provide wholesome food to hungry people, while passionately pursuing a hunger-free community. So please come and visit us! The Food for Thought program offers a great opportunity to clear your fines, help those in need, and see what’s new at your local library. For more information, visit LVCCLD.org.
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15 School Garden Harvest Marketplace Welcome our junior farmers from CCSD schools across the valley and enjoy a day of gardening lectures, music, food, and fresh produce to purchase! Summerlin Library Sat., Mar. 2 at 10 a.m. Creating Abundance: The Power of Letting Go Learn the art of letting go of material items and feel empowered as you begin to release material items that are syphoning your time, energy, and money. West Charleston Library Sat., Mar. 2 at 1 p.m. Las Vegas Stories This monthly series examines the history of Las Vegas, the people, places, and things that make Vegas our home. Clark County Library Thursdays at 7 p.m. Mar. 7, Apr. 4, May 2 UNLV Jazz Concert Series: Latin Jazz Ensemble Come enjoy a monthly jazz concert as we highlight the talented musicians of UNLV’s Division of Jazz Studies. Clark County Library Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Mar. 13, Apr. 10, May 8
Small Business Start-Up Series Workshop series to help you transition into a business owner. Thursdays at 6 p.m. Sahara West Library Mar. 14, 21, 28 Centennial Hills Library Apr. 11, 18, 25
Love Me or Leave Me: Letters of Longing, Loving, and Leaving From awkward courtship to horrible breakups, hear love letters written by Mark Twain, George Carlin, Virginia Woolf, Napoleon Bonaparte, and others. Clark County Library Sat., Mar. 30 at 2 p.m.
Longevitology - Energy Healing Experience hands-on energy adjustments, which may allow you to enjoy calmness, reduced stress, and pain relief. Co-sponsored by Las Vegas Chinese Cultural Foundation. Sahara West Library Mon., May 13 at 2 p.m.
Exposed and Fearless An engaging, interactive presentation exploring how fear stifles creativity, passion, and potential. West Charleston Library Wed., Mar. 18 at 5 p.m.
A Passion for Orchids A magnificent display of fresh orchids and informative lectures. West Charleston Library Sat., Apr. 6 at 10 a.m.
Flying Star Feng Shui An introduction to the principles of Feng Shui that can be utilized to create peace and harmony in your life and surroundings. West Charleston Library Sat., May 18 at 2 p.m.
Stop the Bleed Learn proper bleeding control techniques, including direct pressure, tourniquets, and wound packing. Whitney Library Mon., Mar. 25 at 5:30 p.m. Thu., May 23 at 11 a.m. Vegas by the Book Join local authors at our outdoor patio, as they sell and autograph their books, chat, and lecture. Mesquite Library Sat., Mar. 30 at 12 p.m.
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Las Vegas and the Mob A lecture series designed to educate, but also invites audience members to share their own experiences. Attendees will get a chance to see and touch historical objects related to the stories told. Co-sponsored by the Mob Museum. Centennial Hills Library Sat., Apr. 6 at 2 p.m. Annual Spring Rose Show Browse and enjoy the beautiful flower displays and arrangements. West Charleston Library Sat., Apr. 13 at 1 p.m.
World Beat Drum Circle Everyone has something to offer a drum circle, regardless of age or experience – even small children are welcome. All drums and rhythm instruments are supplied. Summerlin Library Sun., May 19 at 3 p.m.
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Heartfelt Thanks to Our Many Volunteers Who Contribute Their Time & Talent to the Library District Whether they want to give back or pay it forward, over 350 volunteers are actively helping the Library District reach more people, deliver more services, and make a positive impact on community challenges. Over 40,000 hours of volunteer time are contributed each year. Discover the many volunteer opportunities that are available and fill out the volunteer application at LVCCLDFOUNDATION.ORG. There are ways to help in many library locations. You must be over 14 years of age to apply.
Not only does Marilyn Francis Drake generously give her time and expertise to the Library District Board of Trustees, she and her husband Rodney give back to the community as volunteers on the book sales team.
Marilyn Provost connects English language students from all over the world with each other as she leads weekly casual “Conversation Circles,� which build language skills and lifelong friendships.
Youth volunteers get valuable community service hours and job experience when they help to prepare youth programs, shelve books, and mentor youth in reading and technology.