Legendary astrophysicist, author and science educator Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is set to present "Astronomy Bizarre" a program exploring cool (and occasionally scary) things in the universe like black holes, dark matter, dark energy, diamond stars, gamma ray bursts, white holes, worm holes, multiverses and more. The List is possible thanks to sustaining members. Join […]
Legendary astrophysicist, author and science educator Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is set to present "Astronomy Bizarre" a program exploring cool (and occasionally scary) things in the universe like black holes, dark matter, dark energy, diamond stars, gamma ray bursts, white holes, worm holes, multiverses and more. The List is possible thanks to sustaining members. Join […]
Witness, a literary magazine published at UNLV, launches its spring issue — theme: "Crush" — with an evening of readings featuring special guest Hannah Olabosibe Eko. Co-presented by Neon Lit. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
Learn about the wildlife found near the Las Vegas Valley, why it comes into your neighborhood, and what to do in order to prevent human-wildlife conflict. This 60 minute monthly programs are presented by the Nevada Department of Wildlife and targeted at an adult audience but open to all. Upcoming sessions include: Feb. 15: Fish […]
In this lecture, "The Meth Lunches" author Kim Foster will examine the ways food can signify and complicate dysfunction in Las Vegas. What does food mean to people in addiction? Or psychosis? Or in jail? Or for people who don’t have kitchens? What should it mean to the rest of us? The List relies on […]
NBA Legend, two-Time Hall of Famer, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist and Motivational Speaker Earvin "Magic" Johnson will present 'On Business and Basketball'. Having left the basketball court for the boardroom, Johnson has successfully parlayed his skills and tenacity from the court into the business world as Chairman and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises (MJE). MJE provides high-quality […]
Sayantani DasGupta —author of "The Serpent's Secret" and the Jane Austen-inspired reboot "Debating Darcy" — is one of more than a dozen authors set to present at the Henderson Reads Book Festival on Saturday, April 20. But you can beat the crowds and see Dr. DasGupta (she's a pediatrician, too) first at the Paseo Verde […]
Jeffrey Brown — the New York Times bestselling cartoonist and author-illustrator of the Jedi Academy series, "Darth Vader & Son," and "Vader's Little Princess" — is one of more than a dozen authors set to present at the Henderson Reads Book Festival on Saturday, April 20. But you can beat the crowds and see him first […]
Thirty incredible writers have each created a 1-minute poem inspired by a random number. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
The Valley's biggest kidlit celebration is back with more than a dozen authors of picture books, middle grade books and young adult works ready to read to and meet with children in a cram-packed multi-stage schedule. Presenters set to visit include: picture book authors and illustrators Greg Neri, Kelly Greenawalt, Matthew Holm, Steve Light, and […]
"The Henna Artist" by Alka Joshi has been selected as this year's One Book Henderson community read. Copies of the novel will be available at Henderson Libraries starting April 23 but can be accessed online right now. Read the book and then come to the in-person visit with the author at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July […]
Bock, an associate professor in UNLV's department of Interdisciplinary, Gender, and Ethnic Studies, will read from her recent book about customized graduation caps, "Claiming Space: Performing the Personal through Decorated Mortarboards." The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
EXPO is a regular reading series of original fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction from Las Vegas and visiting writers, established or emerging. Five readers get five minutes each. Participants this time include Angela Brommel, Isobel Harbison, and more. A mixer and reception to follow. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay […]
Organized crime in Philadelphia is often overshadowed by underworld intrigues 100 miles up the road in New York, but the City of Brotherly Love has a rich Mob story of its own. In a program dubbed "It's Not Always Sunny in Philadelphia: Organized Crime in the City of Brotherly Love," a panel of authors, journalists, […]
Around the Campfire is a live storytelling event that takes place on the last Friday of the month and features different themes and topics.
Loving Las Vegas is a conversation featuring Amanda Fortini, Heather Harmon, and Matthew Day Jackson. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
Do you have a relentless a**hole in your life? Want to guide someone special in your life from becoming an a**hole? This may be the book for you. Writer Shwa Laytart originally wrote this light-hearted guide to life for his daughter when she graduated high school. This 2024 edition has new artwork by illustrator Crusty […]
Adults are invited to learn about the beautiful country and culture of Ethiopia. Guest speakers will provide personal perspectives about the country followed by time for conversation and sampling of delicious Ethiopian sambusas.
This event centers Palestinian voices and culture through poetry and art in a night of solidarity, love, and resistance with local creatives. Complimentary Middle Eastern food will be provided. RSVP at the link. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
Forward -- a Weaving Our Cultures is an exhibit that showcases the art of Latina, Native American, African American, and Asian American women, as they answer the question: What does the future looks like? Through reflecting on tumultuous pasts, these women of color explore the possibilities of the future and what lies ahead. Learning from […]
Learn about the wildlife found near the Las Vegas Valley, why it comes into your neighborhood, and what to do in order to prevent human-wildlife conflict. This 60 minute monthly programs are presented by the Nevada Department of Wildlife and targeted at an adult audience but open to all. Upcoming sessions include: Feb. 15: Fish […]
This final reading of the school year showcases UNLV's graduating PhD and MFA students, which include Krista Diamond, Xiaoqiu Qiu, Oona Robertson, Ucheoma Ontwuteube, Charlie Bartlett, and more. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
Guitarists Claude Bourbon, Dirk K, and Matt Hennager are set to lead a Q&A session full of intimate revelations and shared wisdom about the heart and soul of the guitar. They'll be sharing the stories behind their iconic riffs, favorite techniques, and the experiences that shaped their musical identities. Whether you're a budding guitarist, a […]
Elgrably is the editor of "Stories from the Center of the World," which gathers new writing by 25 authors from the greater Middle East region, including Palestine, Syria, Pakistan, Iran, Lebanon, Egypt, and Morocco. He talks with former Black Mountain Institute fellow Ahmed Naji, author of "Rotten Evidence: Reading and Writing in Prison." The List […]
This wide-ranging event, themed to ideas of "water," will feature music, dance, poetry, and more, featuring guest performer Joshua Roman, a cellist, composer, and musician in residence at the Las Vegas Philharmonic. Presented by Black Mountain Institute. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
Get event recommendations every Wednesday in our 6 Picks newsletter.
