Las Vegas’ first Jewish child shares adventures in new memoir
A rebellious, energetic streak led Bobbie Kane all over the world, to life in Hawaii Born in 1932 as the first known native Jewish child in Las Vegas, Roberta “Bobbie”…
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Henderson Libraries’ Summer Reading Program kicks off June 10
Themed ‘Build a Better World,’ program takes place June 10 – Aug. 5 HENDESON, Nev. – Themed “Build a Better World,” Henderson Libraries’ Summer Reading Program will kick off Saturday,…
Read MoreHenderson 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.…
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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…
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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…
Read MoreHenderson 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…
Read MoreAuthor, athlete brings experiences to Paseo Verde Library event
Jen Pharr Davis has logged more than 12,000 miles on trails on six continents HENDERSON, Nev. – Trail runner and author Jen Pharr Davis will present “Called Again,” an account…
Read MoreFriends 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…
Read MoreHenderson 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…
Read MoreNV Energy to present Henderson Libraries with $279,972 check
Paseo Verde Library recipient of 100-Kilowatt Photovoltaic Solar Array Project NV Energy will present a $279,972 check to Henderson Libraries at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 29, in support of the…
Read MoreHenderson 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.…
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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,…
Read MoreHenderson 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…
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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…
Read MoreHenderson 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…
Read MoreFriends 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…
Read MoreHenderson 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’…
Read MoreFriends 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…
Read MoreNew 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…
Read MoreStarry, Starry Night: Henderson Libraries hosts author Paul Bogard
First-time author’s ‘The End of Night’ shows appreciation for the night sky July 11 HENDERSON, Nev. – Henderson Libraries welcomes Paul Bogard, author of “The End of Night: Searching for…
Read MoreReaders 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…
Read MoreHenderson Libraries to celebrate El día de los niños/El día de los libros with plays, music, crafts
Latino spin on Children’s Day will emphasize child literacy for all backgrounds HENDERSON, Nev. – Celebrating children, family and reading, Henderson Libraries will host El día de los niños/El día…
Read MoreFriends of Henderson Libraries hosts 9th annual Library Tree Lane
Proceeds from Dec. 7 gala reception, silent auction benefits youth services HENDERSON, Nev. – The Friends of Henderson Libraries will host the 9th annual Library Tree Lane with a showcase…
Read More200 new computers ready for use at Henderson Libraries
Computers allow district to increase its public computing abilities by 20 percent HENDERSON, Nev. – Last August, Henderson Libraries was awarded a $180,589 grant from the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program…
Read MoreNevada Reads brings reading experience to residents statewide
Nevadans encouraged to read ‘Friendly Fallout 1953,’ 2011 book selection HENDERSON,Nev.– Nevada Reads, the state’s first statewide community group read, recently announced “Friendly Fallout 1953” by Ann Ronald as the…
Read MoreHenderson Libraries’ Reading with Rover program helps kids struggling with reading
Program enters into its 12th year Sept. 12, is proven to boost confidence in kids HENDERSON, Nev. – If kids have a problem with reading, it can be frustrating and…
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