| Friday, February 19, 2010 |
"A Repository of Drumlins, from the Glittering Golden Mists to Prehistoric Boundary Markers" - Lisa Bigalke Exhibition (all ages)
Time : 11:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.; Saturday 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
Place : Charleston Heights Arts Center
Lisa Bigalke teaches drawing and design at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, where she graduated with a bachelor?s degree in art. She earned her Master of Fine Arts degree in studio art from Louisiana State University. An internationally exhibiting artist, Bigalke uses color, texture and pattern to create prints focusing on the natural landscapes of places she has visited. Call (702) 229-1012 for more information.
Free admission.
(702) 229-6383. | | | | | | |
Madame C.J. Walker, Inventor and Entreprenuer A Chautauqua Presentation by Juanita Westbrook
Time : 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Place : Lloyd D. George United States Courthouse
Madame C.J. Walker became America's first black millionaire businesswoman after inventing new hair care products and a cosmetics line for black women. In 1905, Walker patented a straightening comb-dubbed the "Walker Method"-which transformed many women's hair into a shining, smooth mane. The popularity of her products grew so rapidly that she employed 3,000 workers in a factory which occupied an entire Denver city block. Before the advent of the "Avon Lady" and Mary Kay representatives, Walker also trained young women to sell her products door to door.
"Madame C.J. Walker, Inventor and Entrepreneur" is funded by Nevada Humanities, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. | | | | | | |
Pura Cultura- Poetry and Spoken word Featuring La Maricolectiva and frijol Boy
Time : 7:00 P.M.
Place : East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center Bandstand
La Maricolectiva is comprised of three Mexican- American gay activities Xuanito Espinosa Cuellar, Neza Leal and Yosimar Reyes, who have come together bringing to light issues that face the gay Latino community. This event will include a combination of English and Spanglish poetry, spoken word, stand up comedy and theater. The even will also include the Chicano poetry of featured guest artists Frijol Boy as well a collection of his own eccentric artwork. Subject matter may not be suitable for younger audiences.
Free
For questions please call 229-1515 | | | | | | |
The Poets' Corner
Time : 7:00 P.M.
Place : West Las Vegas Art Center
Keith Brantley hosts a forum for established poets and open mic participants.
Free
For Information Call 229-4800 | | | | | | |
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