Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary!
Enjoy a family-friendly America 250 Fourth of July celebration, with trivia, music, prizes and food trucks available to purchase refreshments. View the aerial display nearby, including fireworks and drone show starting at 9:15 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Be sure to bring your low-back chairs, blankets, plenty of water and your patriotic spirit! Tune in to Sunny 106.5 FM to enjoy patriotic music during the aerial display and fireworks!
The main viewing area is at Buckskin Basin Park, 7350 Buckskin Ave., with additional viewing and celebration available at:
- Wayne Bunker Family Park, 7351 W. Alexander Road;
- Bettye Wilson West Fields, 7514 Caliche Way (enter behind Sprouts Market); and
- Children's Memorial Park at 6601 W. Gowan Road.
90 Years Of Reflection With Photojournalist Clinton Wright
Saturday, July 11, 1-3 p.m.
Las Vegas Civic Center
525 S. Main St.
Second-floor Then Cafe
Free and open to the public
Between the 1960s and 1970s, Clinton Wright documented black life in the Historic Westside through his photojournalistic work with the Las Vegas Voice newspaper, founded in 1963. Join us for an insightful conversation with Claytee White and Clinton Wright recognizing his enduring legacy, learn about his work and celebrate his 90th birthday with cake and refreshments in the second-floor Then Cafe.
Also, filmmaker Emmett Gates will premiere a short preview of his next documentary about the life and work of Clinton Wright.
This program is in conjunction with the "Rhythm and Resilience: Black Vegas" exhibition, currently on display in the Civic Center Gallery until Aug. 20. Many of Wright’s photographs can be viewed in the exhibition.
This free event is open to the public. A complimentary two-hour parking validation is available to attendees who park in the 500 S. Main St. garage.
We are grateful to the Greater Clark County Area (NV) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated and the Las Vegas Chapter of Jack and Jill of America for their collaboration on this program. Photo courtesy of UNLV Special Collections.
Rhythm & Resilience Curator Tour
Saturday, July 11, 12 p.m.
Saturday, July 18, 1 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 1, 1 p.m.
Las Vegas Civic Center Gallery
525 S. Main St., Building A, Ground Floor
Clinton Wright
Join Carmen Beals, curator of "Rhythm and Resilience: Black Vegas," for a tour of the exhibition before it closes Aug. 20. Free and open to the public. No need to register in advance, all are welcome.
A two-hour free parking validation is available for those who park in the City Hall garage at 500 S. Main St.
"DLUX Puppets' Wonderland"
Saturday, July 18
2 p.m. and 6 p.m. shows
Charleston Heights Arts Center
800 Brush St.
General-admission Tickets Are $10
With remarkable life-sized puppetry, digital scenery, and the clever use of well-known hit songs, the classic tale of "Alice in Wonderland" and her journey through the marvelous world of the Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, Caterpillar, Tweedle Dee, Tweedle Dum and the Queen of Hearts becomes a fun musical adaptation for the whole family.
Get ready for a whirlwind of comedy, chaos and incredible skill as Alex Zerbe, the Professional Zaniac, takes over the stage. A two-time Guinness World Record holder and voted Seattle’s Funniest Physical Comedian, Alex moves like a human rubber band — snapping, dancing and ricocheting from one hilarious moment to the next.
Expect a fast-paced mix of absurd ideas, jaw-dropping tricks, and side-splitting physical comedy in a show that delights audiences of all ages. It’s high-energy, wildly creative and guaranteed to keep you laughing from start to finish.
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