Arts
Black History Month Festival
Commemorating the contributions of African-Americans to Southern Nevada’s history and culture, the Springs Preserve presents its annual Black History Month Festival. This family-friendly event includes a children’s film festival and art competition exhibit, historic black Las Vegas photography exhibit, arts and crafts, face painting, carnival games, fire truck tour, live entertainment, food and craft vendors.
Where: Springs Preserve
Start time: 11:00 am
End time: 5:00 pm
Address: 333 S. Valley View Blvd., Las Vegas
Cost: Free – $5
Age limit: All ages
Categories:
- Cultural
| Gospel Brunch Inspirational Showcase
When: Tuesday, Feb. 14, at 11 a.m. Where: West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd. What: Enjoy singers, dancers, poets and speakers followed by a light brunch. Call 229-6374 to R.S.V.P. by Feb. 7. Co-sponsored by the city of Las Vegas. |
| West Prep Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Oratorical Competition and Festival
When: Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 5 p.m. Where: West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 507-3989. What: Students from across the Vegas Valley showcase and celebrate their formal oratorical and art skills in this recitation and performance oratory competition. Co-sponsored by the Clark County School District.
Author’s Speakeasy When: Saturday, Feb. 25, at 2 p.m. Where: West Las Vegas Library, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., 507-3989. What: Author Keith Brantley (“Swimming in a Cesspool”) shares his latest work and artistry in a communal in-gathering. Facilitated and moderated by playwright, poet and spoken word performance artist, Ms. China. |
| “The World Famous Ink Spots” Concert (all ages)
Cost: Free admission. When: Saturday, Feb. 18, 2 p.m. Where: West Las Vegas Library Theatre, 951 W. Lake Mead Blvd., (702) 507-3989. What: The faces may be different, but the sound remains the same. These four Ink Spots — Lou Ragland, Eddie Coco, Fareed Braxton and Fleury Bursey — sing the songs generations have heard and loved, as well as new ones of their own. Enjoy these hits and more: “If I Didn’t Care,” “Java Jive,” “I Don’t Want To Set the World on Fire,” “We Three,” “Do I Worry?” and “Which Ever Way the Wind Blows,” their latest release. For more information, call (702) 229-4800. Co-sponsored by the Las Vegas – Clark County Library District, West Las Vegas Library Theatre and the West Las Vegas Arts Center. |
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