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The Future Las Vegas Museum Of Art And City Of Las Vegas Present “Family Album,” An Exhibition Inaugurating The New Civic Center Art Gallery
The future Las Vegas Museum of Art (LVMA), in partnership with the city of Las Vegas, is proud to present Family Album, a contemporary art exhibition opening Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, at the newly unveiled Las Vegas Civic Center Art Gallery, a part of the downtown Civic Center Building and Plaza. The gallery’s inaugural exhibition will be the first public-facing program from LVMA, the upcoming art museum founded by an exceptional public-private partnership to serve the city’s two million year-round residents, honoring and elevating the diverse cultural heritage of Las Vegas.
Family Album, organized by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), inaugurates the new plaza and Civic Center Art Gallery, a major investment by the city of Las Vegas in public space and cultural infrastructure. The exhibition and surrounding programming are a significant milestone in the city’s ongoing effort to center arts and culture in civic life.
“The city of Las Vegas is beyond excited to continue working with these incredible cultural institutions to bring works of art and exhibitions like Family Album to our residents and visitors,” said Mayor Shelley Berkley. “Las Vegas is a place where anything you can imagine can happen and we are looking forward to having new spaces like the Civic Center Art Gallery and the future Las Vegas Museum of Art to showcase our community’s cultures and art.”
“We are eager to grow this partnership with LACMA through Family Album, our first public exhibition,” said Heather Harmon, executive director of the Las Vegas Museum of Art. “This collaboration reflects our shared belief that museums are stronger when they work together, combining resources, expertise and a commitment to community.”
In Family Album, an intergenerational roster of artists examines the ways in which personal and collective histories are constructed through the visual language of family photographs. Addressing physical, political and emotional aspects of home, including segregation, displacement and belonging in today’s American neighborhoods, the artists draw directly from their personal archives in some instances, or in others reimagine the conventions of the family snapshot.
Artists in the exhibition include Laura Aguilar, Lyle Ashton Harris, Renee Cox, Delilah
Montoya, Consuelo Kanaga, Max Yavno, Carlee Fernandez, Chino Otsuka, Anthony
Hernandez, Sadie Barnette, Janna Ireland, Dannielle Bowman, Deborah Willis, Hank
Willis Thomas, Tony Cokes, Star Montana, Micaiah Carter, Tyler Mitchell, Zora J Murff,
and Sandra de la Loza.Drawing on the power of photography, a medium closely tied to memory, to summon the textures of daily life and the presence of loved ones, Family Album is a meditation on how community is recalled, represented and reimagined.
“The artists in the exhibition raise timely topics for audiences to consider today,” said Andy Song Associate Curator of Contemporary Art at LACMA Dhyandra Lawson. “I feel honored to share their work with Las Vegas audiences.”
Family Album was first presented at the museum’s Charles White Elementary School Gallery in Los Angeles as part of LACMA’s on-the-ground community engagement. The exhibition now travels to Las Vegas as part of a long-term institutional collaboration between LACMA and LVMA.
Exhibition Details
- Exhibition: Family Album
- Presented by: The city of Las Vegas, Las Vegas Museum of Art and LACMA
- Location: Las Vegas Civic Center Art Gallery, Building A, 525 S. Main St.
- Opening Reception: Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, 6-8 p.m.
- Exhibition Dates: Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025 – Friday, Jan. 9, 2026
- Admission: Free and open to the public
- Gallery Hours: Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; closed holidays.
Public programs, artist talks and family-friendly workshops will accompany the exhibition throughout its run. Visit www.lasvegasnevada.gov/
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Lifesmart® Sleep Oasis Floating Pillow
We just tried the Lifesmart® Sleep Oasis Floating Pillow from SCS Make Life Easy and here is what we thought! Just unboxing this big pillow was an experience in itself. We had to create a strategy on how to fill this thing up. First my husband did the air side with the pump but then I wanted to do the water first. The pillow was really heavy! Sleeping on it was really cool and trying both sides give you a waterbed experience.
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Give kids a boost with Reading Eggs!
With only 10 days of school left this year, I am recommending this fun workbooks I had the pleasure to review with Niko. Reading Eggs teaches fun, interactive phonemic awareness games to help children learn to read, used by schools, parents, and homeschoolers alike.The program is based on the five pillars of reading: phonics, phonemic awareness, fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. It’s designed for ages 2 to 13, focusing on helping preschoolers ages 4 to 6 develop early literacy skills to create empowered learners as they begin school. Reading Eggs draws on research from multiple disciplines, including literacy, cognitive neuroscience, linguistics, and education experts.
It also provides optional workbooks designed to complement the online program (or perfect as a standalone) so children can take their learning offline. Fusioning of digital and print resources maximizes educational gains, fostering significant progress in a child’s academic journey.A Reading Eggs subscription includes access to Reading Eggs Junior, Reading Eggs, Reading Eggspress, Fast Phonics, and Mathseeds for up to four children – access Reading Eggs on desktop, iOS, and Android anytime, anywhere across multiple devices.
Not all screentime is equal and learning games like this equate “good screen time”. My son likes to do these programs and workbooks while I am busy in the kitchen preparing breakfast or dinner. Summer time brain drain can definitely occur and with just a few pages a day can make a huge difference!
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Celebrates Public Grand Opening of Second Las Vegas Location with Free Laundry Weekend
LaundroLab, a community-centered modernized laundromat, celebrated the grand opening of its second Las Vegas location at 2775 S. Nellis Blvd, Ste #5 with a Free Laundry Weekend from March 28–30.Each day from 1 to 6 p.m., guests received $25 in free laundry credit via the LaundryPay app to experience LaundroLab’s high-speed washers and dryers. The event drew hundreds of attendees who enjoyed complimentary laundry, food, a live DJ, free children’s books and exciting raffles, including a 65-inch TV and a full year of free laundry awarded daily.HELP of Southern Nevada, a local nonprofit dedicated to assisting individuals and families in need, was on-site providing community support, and on March 28, franchise owner Adam Davidson donated $1,000 to the nonprofit, reinforcing LaundroLab’s commitment to giving back.The grand opening drew a warm response as attendees appreciated the clean, family-friendly environment and customer-friendly amenities. The new 3,000-square-foot facility features over 80 premium machines, bilingual user interfaces, free Wi-Fi, big-screen TVs, a kid-friendly learning area, drop-and-go wash and fold services and 24/7 surveillance.The celebration continues with LaundroLab’s upcoming National Laundry Day on Monday, April 15, at both Las Vegas locations, (including 3265 E. Tropicana Ave, Ste C.), which will support HELP of Southern Nevada by donating 10% of all proceeds from the day. Guests are invited to enjoy 50% off all washers all day, along with giveaways such as reusable laundry bags, gift cards, detergent and $100 in LaundryPay credit -
Carrera Slot Cars
I have never played with slot cars and understood the hype until I checked out the MarioKart GO! Carrera-Revell of America playset! They are the leading producer of slot car racing sets and their toys are sold on Amazon as well as their own website. The technology of slot cars requires 4 D batteries. We took some time to assemble the track and place the banners along the side. It was very exciting to see it come to life as we followed the easy instructions to get it built. It was way bigger than I thought it would be and the speed made it thrilling and fun for Niko! He will be 6 in just a few weeks so this was definitely a huge upgrade from his Hotwheel tracks. First, we learned to control the speed of the cars, then we place the ramps and made the cars jump!
We loved how detailed the cars look and since we just rewatched the Super Mario movie last week, it was so much fun! Even though it was a school night, we were way too excited to receive this in the mail and built it. Once we finished building it we realized our D batteries were not working and went to the store in my pajamas to buy some. We got Energizer batteries over the generic store brand to give it the maximum oomph and power. Niko was so excited and loved this toy so much that he woke up early to play again before school started. If you are looking for a gift for the holidays that is fun for the entire family, add it to your Amazon wish list!
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Igniting Imagination: How Car Batteries Inspire Automotive Innovation
The journey of automotive innovation is a thrilling ride, driven by curiosity and fueled by the desire to push boundaries. At the heart of this journey lies a humble yet powerful hero: the car battery. It may surprise you, but this essential component is more than just a part of the vehicle; it’s a source of inspiration, pushing the entire automotive industry towards new horizons.
Understanding the Role of the Car Battery
Have you ever considered how much emanates from this compact, box-like device nestled within your car? The term ’emanate’ typically conjures images of light radiating from a source, spreading its influence far and wide. Similarly, the impact of the car battery extends beyond just starting the engine. It’s about the power to ignite the car’s heart and the innovation that spins out from its capabilities.
Let’s dive deeper into how this unassuming component is actually a cornerstone of automotive evolution.
The Heartbeat of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
In the realm of electric and hybrid vehicles, the car battery is not just a component; it’s the core. The shift from fuel-based cars to electric vehicles (EVs) showcases batteries as more than mere energy suppliers; they are enablers of a cleaner, more sustainable future. Here, the car battery replacement isn’t just a maintenance task—it’s a step into the future of automotive technology, enhancing the vehicle’s performance and efficiency.
The Evolution of Car Battery Technology
Remember when changing a car battery was a manually intensive task? There’s a certain charm in recalling how, years ago, a group of friends, tools in hand, would gather around an old sedan. The air was filled with laughter and the occasional expletive as they fiddled with wrenches and screwdrivers. This ritual, while nostalgic, was also a testament to the hands-on nature of car maintenance in past decades.
Fast forward to today, and the scenario has transformed dramatically. Modern car batteries are sleek, efficient, and increasingly integrated with sophisticated technology that requires professional handling. This shift from manually changing batteries to requiring specialized service is a reflection of how far we’ve come in automotive technology.
Innovation Driven by Necessity and Imagination
The impish spirit of innovation in the automotive industry often reminds us of a playful trickster, always pushing the limits and challenging the status quo. Consider the story of a young engineer who, driven by an impish streak, decided to integrate a smartphone interface directly with the car’s battery management system. This integration allowed drivers not only to monitor their car battery’s health but also to control how it interacts with other vehicle systems, all from their smartphone.
This leap was not just about adding a feature; it was about reimagining the interaction between driver, vehicle, and the journey ahead. It was about making the car a smarter, more responsive companion.
Embracing the Future
As you think about the next time you might need a car battery replacement, consider what this means in the broader context of automotive innovation. Each battery swap is more than just a routine update; it’s part of a larger narrative of progress and possibility.
The future holds exciting prospects with developments in battery technology promising longer life spans, faster charging times, and, most importantly, lesser environmental impact. The automotive industry continues to evolve, and at its pulse is the car battery—silent yet impactful.
This journey of innovation, inspired by a component as small yet significant as the car battery, is a testament to human creativity and the endless pursuit of improvement. Whether it’s the daily commute or a road trip adventure, the heart of your vehicle plays a crucial role not just in powering your ride, but in inspiring the cars of tomorrow.
So, next time you turn on your engine, take a moment to appreciate this marvel of engineering. The car battery might just be a rectangular box sitting quietly under the hood, but its influence is monumental. From igniting engines to sparking imaginations, it drives us forward, not just on the road, but towards a brighter, more innovative future.
