Happy Monday!

As always, I’ve got a list of fun things for you and the family to enjoy this weekend—but this week’s newsletter also includes a special spotlight.

We’ve put together a whole article highlighting local events you can take part in to honor and celebrate Juneteenth. There are several community festivals so be sure to check them out!

You can also learn more about Nevada’s Black history here. Iconic entertainers like Lena Horne and Nat King Cole skyrocketed to popularity in the 1940s and performed in Las Vegas, but did you know that the state’s segregation policies barred them from gambling, dining, or swimming at local resorts?

Have a good week!

Jannelle Calderón

Newsletter Editor

The Nevadan/El Nevadense

🐯 Animal Ark’s Summer Festival: Alongside the incredible wildlife residents, there will be a vibrant open-air market featuring over 20 local artisans and food trucks. Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Animal Ark’s Sanctuary (1265 Deerlodge Rd, Reno, NV 89508). Tickets available online.

🌕 The Lights Fest: The family-friendly sky lantern festival gives guests the opportunity to illuminate the desert sky with biodegradable lanterns to honor a loved one, celebrate a special moment, simply enjoy a breathtaking visual experience with family and friends. Saturday, June 14, from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Mesquite MX Park (970 Peppermill Palms Boulevard, Littlefield, Arizona 86432). Tickets usually go fast.

🧘‍♀️ Mountainside Yoga: Ditch the summer heat and attend a free yoga class in Lee Canyon’s Aspen Grove (near Bristlecone Bar) every Sunday in June from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Bring your mat, wear comfortable clothing, bring water, a hat, and sunscreen. All classes are free and are walk-in. No sign up required.

7 ways to honor Juneteenth in Nevada

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Juneteenth is a federal holiday that recognizes the end of slavery in the US. It’s celebrated each year on June 19, as that’s the day the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Texas in 1865. Many enslaved people had been living freely for nearly two and a half years at that point, but those in Texas had not heard of, or been told of, their freedom until that June day.

The earliest Juneteenth celebration began in 1866, and they have since grown over time to encompass festivals (and smaller events) across the country.

A couple events to look out for in Las Vegas:

The Juneteenth Pride Block Party – Sunday, June 15, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 401 South Maryland Pkwy.

Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival – Saturday, June 21, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 435 S. Grand Central Pkwy.

You can also show your support by shopping at Black-owned businesses.

Check out more events here

This Nevada city named one of the best mid-sized cities in the US by HGTV

(Photo by Kit Leong)

HGTV rounded up 20 of the best mid-sized cities in the U.S., with one Nevada town making the list for its small-town charm and big-city perks.

Can you take a guess which one of our beautiful cities was chosen?

The photo might give it away, but here are some clues/hints:

– It was once known as “The Magnesium Capital of the World”

– It’s the second-largest city in Nevada

– It’s in southern Nevada

Did you guess right?

Nevada’s temporary order on non-cage-free eggs to expire June 20. “The temporary order was issued Feb. 20 by Nevada Department of Agriculture State Quarantine Officer and Director J.J. Goicoechea to address rising egg prices and limited supplies caused by the impact of highly pathogenic avian influenza on the egg industry. Since the issuance of the temporary order, egg supplies have increased, and prices have dropped an average of $1.37 per dozen across Nevada.” (Via This is Reno )
Browsing and devouring new-to-Vegas grocer H Mart. “Beloved Korean-American supermarket H Mart opened its first Las Vegas location just about a month ago, and the long lines and word-of-mouth have made it official: the hype is justified.” (Via Las Vegas Weekly)

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