Constitution Day
Happy Constitution Day! On this day in 1787, the Constitution was signed by 38 of the 41 delegates present at the conclusion of the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, Pa. Did you know that this day has quite a history? It has been called "I Am an American Day (1940)," "Constitution Day (1952)" and "Constitution and Citizenship Day (2004)." To learn more about this holiday, visit this website.
United States Air Force Celebrates its Birthday
The U.S. Air Force was not always a separate branch in the military. It had gone through several designations: Aeronautical Section, Signal Corps (1909); Aviation Section, Signal Corps (1914); United States Army Air Service (1918); United States Army Air Corps (1926) and United States Army Air Forces (1941).
On Sept. 18, 1947, President Truman signed the National Security Act, which established the Department of Defense. The Air Force became an independent military branch and was viewed as equal to the Navy and Army. Seventy-four years later, the U.S. Air Force remains second-to-none.
Click here to learn more about this U.S. military branch.
City Of Las Vegas Launches 'Concerts In The Park'
Concerts Will Be Held In City Parks
The city of Las Vegas launches “Concerts in the Park” this fall. Concerts will be held at city parks throughout September, October, November and December. All concerts are free and open to the public and begin at 7 p.m.
"The entire community is invited to come out and enjoy great music as the weather cools and we head into fall,” Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman said. “The city has beautiful parks and we want everyone to come out and discover the arts.”
The concert schedule is as follows:
- Saturday, Sept. 18: "Mobility" rock band in celebration of the United States Air Force’s 74 birthday at Centennial Hills Park Amphitheatre, 7101 N. Buffalo Drive.
- Friday, Oct. 15: Chadwick Johnson at Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza in Lorenzi Park, 720 Twin Lakes Drive.
- Saturday, Oct. 30: The Macro-Fi Halloween Block party at Third Street, between Hoover and Gass avenues.
- Saturday, Nov. 13: Cover Lane featuring Carnell “Golden Pipes” Johnson and Lynnae Meyers at Trigono Hills Park, 3805 Cliff Shadows Parkway.
- Saturday, Dec. 4: Jazzy Christmas featuring Jazzmin Vocal Band at Bruce Trent Park, 8851 Vegas Drive.
Guests are encouraged to bring low-back chairs and blankets to be more comfortable. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.
Living with Lions in Las Vegas
Wednesday, Sept. 22 from 5 to 6 p.m.
Register Here
This year, there have been at least four sightings of mountain lions in Las Vegas, one of which ended in a mountain lion being euthanized. Nevada’s worsening drought conditions, combined with various other stressors, will continue to push mountain lions into city limits. Fortunately, mountain lions tend to avoid humans, and there are several things city residents can do to ensure the safety of both themselves and their local lions. This educational webinar will share everything you need to know about living with lions in Las Vegas, from their behavior and ecosystem to threats they face and how people can stay safe and live peacefully in mountain lion country.
National Public Lands Day
Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021, is National Public Lands Day. That means that places like Lake Mead National Recreational Area, Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument, Great Basin National Park and more are free for the day! Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs will also offer free admission on Sept. 25 - be sure to take advantage of this opportunity and get outside. Visit the National Park Service website to see a complete list of free parks and other ways to celebrate the day.
Pop-Up Produce Market Offers Fresh Fruit & Veggies for About a Buck
Veggie Buck Truck at Bonneville Transit Center on Wednesdays beginning September15
One dollar for a pound of fresh fruit or a bundle of veggies? That’s about how much people will pay at the Veggie Buck Truck at the pop-up produce market at the Bonneville Transit Center (BTC). This pilot program is being offered by the Southern Nevada Health District’s Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion in partnership with the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC), Three Square Food Bank and Vegas Root’s Veggie Buck Truck to increase access to low-cost fresh fruits and vegetables.
The program is designed to increase access in an area that is adjacent to a neighborhood considered a “food desert” as well as the 8,000 customers who use the BTC daily. The Veggie Buck Truck will be at the pop-up produce market at the BTC on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 22, and 29 from 2 to 6 p.m. The BTC is located at 101 E. Bonneville Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89101. Additional services offered on-site include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) enrollment and nutrition information. For more information, call the Office of Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion at (702) 759-1270 or visit the Get Healthy Clark County Farmers Markets page.
Pop-Up Fun in the Park
Join the city of Las Vegas Parks and Recreation staff every fourth Saturday September-November, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in Sunny Springs Park, 7620 Golden Talon Ave. They'll be leading arts, crafts, sports, field day games, and fun S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) activities in the park. Look for the Discover the Fun van. Activities will run as scheduled as long as there is no inclement weather (excessive heat/high winds/rain, etc.). Click here for more information or call 702-229-PLAY (7529).
Not-a-Boring Competition
On Sept. 12, the Boring Company held their groundbreaking event, the Not-a-Boring Competition. Eight teams from around the world got their hands dirty by building and racing their own tunnel boring machines. Congratulations to the winner of this inaugural challenge, Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich), a public university in Germany.
Youth Can Apply This Fall for City of Las Vegas Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program Grants
Applicants Encouraged To Attend Grant Workshop In September
The Youth Neighborhood Association Partnership Program (YNAPP) offers grants of up to $1,250 for youth to create and implement neighborhood-based service learning projects of their own design.
The program requires youth to match the city’s grant with cash, volunteer time or in-kind services and goods donated to the project. Projects are required to take place within city limits. YNAPP youth acquire skills in leadership and teamwork while contributing to their communities. Youth are project leaders and work toward ways to make positive changes in their neighborhoods. Youth participants ages 8-18 (from neighborhood associations, social organizations, religious groups, educational institutions, etc.) are eligible to apply for YNAPP funding. The 2021-2022 application period closes Oct. 28, 2021. Application is made through Zoomgrants.com; details are available online here and at www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Residents/Grants.
Fall Citywide Sports Registration Open
Basketball and hockey and soccer - oh my! The city of Las Vegas is accepting registration for both adult and youth sports leagues. The adult leagues include basketball, pickleball, racquetball, softball, and volleyball. The youth leagues also offer a variety of sports like basketball, soccer, flag football and floor hockey -- there are even youth skills classes for some of the sports! Go to the online to see all the choices.
National Preparedness Month
"September is National Preparedness Month, and the message from FEMA this year is clear: Disasters don’t plan ahead; you can. There are some steps you can take to ensure you are prepared for disasters." To learn how you can plan for an emergency, visit this here.
City of Las Vegas Launches New Hotline and Rental Assistance Program for Tenants Impacted During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Qualified Applicants May Receive Financial Assistance For Rent, Rent Arrears, Home Energy Costs And Other Housing Expenses
The city of Las Vegas has launched a new hotline for residents who are facing eviction and need resources. Additionally, the city is offering rental assistance to households impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic through the Rental Assistance for Tenants (RAFT) program. Residents can call 702-229-5935 if they are facing an eviction or need help applying for the RAFT program Monday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Eligible households must reside within the city of Las Vegas jurisdiction and have incomes at or below 80 percent of the Area Median Income. To apply, visit www.lasvegasnevada.gov/HousingAssistance. Assistance will be available until funds are exhausted.
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