By Kimberly McGee A kidpreneur said this at the last market: “confidence shows up after.” So true. We go into difficult situations hoping everything goes smoothly, while our insides are doing cartwheels of worry. That’s true for parents, kids, small business owners. Vegas Kids Zone began as a way to help parents find trusted resources. But very quickly, it became … [Read more...] about Confidence is key to helping children, community grow
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Neon Diary: When you’re inspired by Joy, you’ll be ready to Dazzle
The Feb. 13 Dazzle Prom is a Valentine from Las Vegas to the intellectually disabled community and those who love them — a free, inclusive dance and celebration designed especially for them. Geared toward those 14 and up, the Dazzle Prom takes its cue from the Joy Prom, a similar annual event at the M Resort in west Henderson, about 30 miles from the northwest … [Read more...] about Neon Diary: When you’re inspired by Joy, you’ll be ready to Dazzle
Teaching babies to crawl is a big part of overall development
By Courtney Singer Did you know that many sports coaches have their adult athletes crawl as part of training? Crawling knits together the input that a baby’s brain is constantly receiving. The opposing movements of the knee and shoulder force the brain to use both left and right hemispheres together. Some babies need help to learn how to crawl. The … [Read more...] about Teaching babies to crawl is a big part of overall development
February Community Calendar
Weekly Wednesdays Farmer’s Market: 2-6:30 p.m., Bruce Trent Park, 8851 Vegas Drive. Real, farm-fleshed produce and handcrafted artisan goods. Thursdays Farmer’s Market: 4-8 p.m., Skye Canyon Park, 1011 W. Skye Canyon Park Drive. Support local farmers by shopping for your produce from the comfort of your community center. The farmer’s market is produced by Fresh 52, … [Read more...] about February Community Calendar
Beyond Roses: The Real Meaning of Valentine’s Day
By Cheri Petroni Valentine’s Day has become synonymous with roses, chocolates, and candlelit dinners, but the holiday’s roots are actually more meaningful (and more human) than the greeting-card version. The legend most often told traces back to St. Valentine, a Roman priest who lived during a time when Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage for young soldiers. Valentine … [Read more...] about Beyond Roses: The Real Meaning of Valentine’s Day