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WORKSHOP TO DISCUSS GENDER-SPECIFIC SERVICES FOR FEMALE INMATES

Concert to benefit musicians union emergency fund

Local musicians are combining their talents for a concert, “A Chamber Orchestra,” to support other musicians and singers through donations to the Las Vegas Musicians Union Local 369 Emergency Relief Fund.

Technology takes the stage with indie band Kid Meets Cougar

The last time local band Kid Meets Cougar played publicly was October 2010. The band members make a strong case that their next concert will be worth the wait.

Literary Las Vegas: Louis C. Vaccaro

“Around the Corner: From Shoeshine Boy to College President” tells the true tale of Louis C. Vaccaro. The son of second-generation Italian immigrants was born in Los Angeles in 1930. From early childhood, he picked up odd jobs to help support his family. Vaccaro’s father always said, “You don’t work, you don’t eat!” And Vaccaro took it to heart.

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Warm midwinter weather confusing to bulbs

Question: My crocuses and tulips are poking their heads out of the dirt in my garden. They’re growing. We have had great spring weather in January. Should I let them continue, or should I put some more dirt on them?

Book Briefs, Feb. 21

Upcoming literary events include a free writers workshop, a Black History Month celebration featuring local authors and a Las Vegas Writers Group meeting featuring mystery author Morgan St. James.

Letters to the editor

(Regarding “Rugby beginning to thrive in Las Vegas Valley,” Jan. 31), first of all, I love this sport and put an incredible amount of volunteer time in promoting and encouraging (it), so I appreciate the fact (reporter Lisa Carter) took the time to write this piece. For rugby to get any exposure in the media locally is a true step forward in making this game the best it can be.

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Love may sneak upon us, but it must be nurtured to grow

I agree that knowing the non-negotiables, and really understanding what that means, can help a person understand their position in a relationship (whether for good or bad). I will disagree with one thing you said. You poetically stated that “We don’t get to decide when we fall in love. Or with whom.” While I understand the sentiment, it suggests an inability of the person to have responsibility over a significant portion of their lives.

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