Libraries

Local donors make fifth $25,000 donation to Henderson Libraries

Ellis family has long history of philanthropy, donated $125,000 in four years HENDERSON, Nev. – Robert “Bobby” and Sandy Ellis have a storied reputation for philanthropy throughout Henderson, and it…

Gibson Library hosts Teen Writing Contest reception April 7

Event to feature written works of Henderson teens published in ‘Unlocked Voices’ HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson Libraries will host a Teen Writing Contest reception at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 7,…

Henderson Libraries to host second Local Author’s Showcase

Event to feature panel featuring former LV Mayor Oscar Goodman March 28 HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson Libraries will host the second Local Author’s Showcase from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.…

Friends of Henderson Libraries donates $39,000 to district

Funds are proceeds from 2014 Library Tree Lane gala HENDERSON, Nev. – The Friends of Henderson Libraries donated $39,000 – the amount raised during the 2014 Library Tree Lane gala…

Friends of Henderson Libraries to host Library Tree Lane Dec. 5

Eleventh annual gala to raise funds for books, materials for tots to teens HENDERSON, Nev. – The Friends of Henderson Libraries will host the 11th annual Library Tree Lane Gala…

Henderson Libraries to host Halloween events throughout October

Events to take place at Paseo Verde, Gibson, Green Valley libraries HENDERSON, Nev. – To provide local youth with safe and fun ways to celebrate Halloween, Henderson Libraries will host…

Henderson Libraries launches Hoopla Sept. 3

New service to be available online, via app HENDERSON, Nev. – To continue its efforts to stay relevant for its patrons, Henderson Libraries is launching a new service called Hoopla.…

Friends of Henderson Libraries donates $136,000 to libraries

Henderson Libraries to use donated funds to purchase library materials HENDERSON, Nev. – The Friends of Henderson Libraries, a non-profit fundraising organization, presented Henderson Libraries with a check for $136,000…

Henderson Libraries to offer variety of back-to-school programs

Programs to include clothing swap, immunization clinic and more HENDERSON, Nev. – With summer already halfway through, the beginning of the school year is closer than parents and kids might…

Henderson Libraries adjusts hours to stretch library access

Paseo Verde Library to open on Mondays beginning Sept. 8 HENDERSON, Nev. – On July 17, the Henderson Libraries Board approved changes to library branch hours, beginning on Monday, Sept.…

Henderson Libraries’ Summer Reading Challenge helps kids avoid ‘summer slide’

This year’s science-themed reading challenge runs from June 7 through Aug. 23 HENDERSON, Nev. – Using “science” as the theme, Henderson Libraries’ annual Summer Reading Challenge began June 7 and…

Henderson Libraries hosts June 7 kickoff for ‘Fizz Boom Read’ Summer Reading Challenge

Annual summer reading challenge goes ‘geek’ with Syn Shop: The Las Vegas Hackerspace HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson Libraries’ Summer Reading Challenge begins with a kickoff event on Saturday, June 7,…

Local donors to make $25,000 donation to Henderson Libraries

Donation will be Robert ‘Bobby’ and Sandy Ellis’ fourth such donation in 3.5 years; the Ellises have a long history of philanthropy in Henderson HENDERSON, Nev. – What does one…

Henderson Libraries as ‘a beacon of light’ to take on new meaning

Paseo Verde Library finishes construction on new 100-KW solar array HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson Libraries has always been seen as a beacon of light for many in Southern Nevada, but…

Author Brenda Novak to engage in Henderson Libraries’ Carr Chat

Award-winning author Robyn Carr leads event May 9 at Paseo Verde Library HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson Libraries’ next Carr Chat with Robyn Carr will feature special guest Brenda Novak, bestselling…

Henderson Libraries names new executive director

Angela Thornton comes to Henderson Libraries from Oklahoma City HENDERSON, Nev. – After an extensive search, Henderson Libraries has selected a new executive director. Hailing from Oklahoma City, Angela Thornton…

Henderson Library Foundation to participate in Nevada’s Big Give

Twenty-four hour fundraiser April 25 allows patrons to donate as little as $10 HENDERSON, Nev. – On Friday, April 25, Nevadans and Nevada supporters alike will have the opportunity to…

Rouff serves as moderator for Local Authors Showcase

Photo credit: Jane Freese Henderson Libraries hosted the Local Author Showcase Launch Party from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 8, at the Paseo Verde Library, 280 S. Green…

Henderson Libraries to launch Local Author Showcase

More than 40 local authors to attend launch party, publishing workshop March 8 HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson Libraries will host the Local Author Showcase Launch Party from 10 a.m. to…

Henderson Libraries hosts Teen Writing Contest

Submissions for students in grades six through 12 accepted through Feb. 28 HENDERSON, Nev. – Students in grades six through 12 can test their writing skills and stretch their creative…

Business Book Club gives members an avenue of discovery

Club celebrates four years of inspiration, lively book discussion and camaraderie HENDERSON, Nev. – Business is business, but business books are personal when it comes to the titles that inspire…

Friends of Henderson Libraries to host 10th annual Library Tree Lane

Libraries’ largest fundraiser to culminate with gala Dec. 6, benefit youth services HENDERSON, Nev. – The Friends of the Henderson Libraries will host the 10th annual Library Tree Lane beginning…

Henderson Libraries’ summer reading initiative rises to challenge

New incentives, sponsors help reading program ‘break ground;’ youth ages 5 to 11 logged a total of nearly 2.4 million minutes this summer HENDERSON, Nev. – This summer’s Henderson Libraries’…

Friends of Henderson Libraries raise funds through Amazon store

The online program has raised more than $175,000 since it began in 2008 HENDERSON, Nev. – One day in August, a local online bookstore sold 53 books. And it’s safe…

New program to provide library patrons with free access to popular magazine subscriptions

Henderson Libraries’ digital magazine rentals available for computers, smart phones HENDERSON, Nev. – From turning the page to swiping the screen, reading technology is rapidly updating, and the ability to…

Seven reasons to rediscover Henderson Libraries

Local libraries offer movie rentals, workshops, resume help, much more HENDERSON, Nev. – While it is common to think of the local library as simply a place to check out…

Henderson Libraries executive director accepts position as deputy director of Las Vegas-Clark County Library District

Fay’s last day with Henderson Libraries to be July 12, first day with LVCCLD to be July 22 HENDERSON, Nev. – Tom Fay, executive director of Henderson Libraries since 2004,…

Readers to live the tale, as Henderson Libraries hosts Jim Cogan

‘Participation tales’ storyteller to visit Gibson, Paseo Verde libraries July 12 HENDERSON, Nev. – Sometimes stories can be so engaging that the reader wants to take part in them, and…

Library foundation raises $37,165 during Nevada’s Big Give

Henderson Libraries Foundation received 103 donations HENDERSON, Nev. – The Henderson Libraries Foundation raised $37,165 in one day through Nevada’s Big Give, which took place Thursday, April 25. The Henderson…

UNLV Libraries’ free workshop series offers business owners innovative resources

Business by the Book series will open April 17 with seminar on market research LAS VEGAS – Launched in April of 2012 by UNLV Libraries, Business by the Book is…