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As the desert temperatures finally drop, our "Local Favorites" digital visitors guide campaign is seeking out the cozies...
09/03/2026

As the desert temperatures finally drop, our "Local Favorites" digital visitors guide campaign is seeking out the coziest corners in the city! This week, our destination marketing team is spotlighting Henderson's top independent coffee roasters and neighborhood bakeries.

We are looking to hand out digital award plaques to local cafes that provide the best seasonal lattes, fresh-baked pastries, and welcoming study environments for our residents. Keep an eye on our social media feeds all week to discover these hidden gems, learn about the local entrepreneurs behind the counter, and find your new favorite autumn hangout spot. Remember to tag us in your photos when you visit!

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Level up your multiplayer game development with hands-on coding strategies! The Green Valley Library is hosting our next...
09/03/2026

Level up your multiplayer game development with hands-on coding strategies! The Green Valley Library is hosting our next Technical Game Dev Lab on Tuesday afternoon, November 3, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

Designed for teen and young adult developers, this session focuses on complex player-item interactions using Lua. We will be breaking down the specific code mechanics behind ball possession welding, ensuring objects attach smoothly to character models during active gameplay without breaking server physics. Bring your current builds on a flash drive, test your scripts on our lab computers, and collaborate with other local indie developers to squash those persistent bugs!

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Elevate your digital canvas and bring your gritty fictional worlds to life! The James I. Gibson Library is launching a D...
09/02/2026

Elevate your digital canvas and bring your gritty fictional worlds to life! The James I. Gibson Library is launching a Digital Art & Editing Masterclass on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

Aimed at local comic artists and concept designers, this practical software workshop breaks down professional image editing mechanics. You will learn how to easily remove backgrounds and stray outlines from your scanned pencil sketches, upscale image resolution without losing line-art quality, and apply heavy-contrast shading to generate striking, graphic novel-style dystopian artwork. Drawing tablets, styluses, and editing software are fully provided for all attendees!

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Optimize your multiplayer experiences and streamline your server logic! The Green Valley Library is hosting a Technical ...
09/02/2026

Optimize your multiplayer experiences and streamline your server logic! The Green Valley Library is hosting a Technical Game Dev Lab on Friday afternoon, October 23, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM in the teen digital lab.

This hands-on coding workshop dives into the mechanics of setting up seamless player transitions across multiple virtual environments. We will be writing Lua scripts to verify player tutorial completion statuses and running live tests to route those users directly into our dedicated community sandbox server. It’s a great opportunity to stress-test your DataStore logic, troubleshoot bugs with local tech mentors, and collaborate with neighborhood developers. Laptops are provided!

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Unearth the history hidden in your fabric stash! The Paseo Verde Library is hosting a special Vintage Sewing Archives Me...
09/01/2026

Unearth the history hidden in your fabric stash! The Paseo Verde Library is hosting a special Vintage Sewing Archives Meetup on Wednesday evening, October 21, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM in the glass conference room.

Designed for local garment historians, thrifters, and textile artists, this session focuses on evaluating vintage sewing pattern lots. Bring your unorganized stacks! Our resident textile experts will demonstrate efficient methods to estimate item counts for bulk thrift finds and help identify the rarest historical releases specifically from the Simplicity brand archives. It is a fantastic, free way to preserve classic fashion blueprints and connect with fellow makers.

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Celebrate the crisp October air with an evening of live music and community connection! The City of Henderson is hosting...
09/01/2026

Celebrate the crisp October air with an evening of live music and community connection! The City of Henderson is hosting a Fall Twilight Concert at the Heritage Park outdoor amphitheater on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

This free outdoor gathering features a fantastic lineup of Southern Nevada rhythm and blues bands, local food trucks, and a pop-up artisan market showcasing neighborhood makers. Pack your low-back lawn chairs, grab a cozy blanket, and enjoy a family-friendly night under the stars. It’s the perfect way to support our vibrant local arts scene!

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Build a universe that readers can get lost in! The James I. Gibson Library is hosting a Creative Writing & Worldbuilding...
08/31/2026

Build a universe that readers can get lost in! The James I. Gibson Library is hosting a Creative Writing & Worldbuilding Workshop on Thursday evening, October 15, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM in the main program room.

Led by published local authors, this dynamic session explores the mechanics of drafting rich, immersive dystopian science fiction settings. Using vivid examples, you'll practice mapping out gritty, lore-rich districts. Whether you are drafting a novel or conceptualizing an original series, this workshop will give you the blueprints to make your fictional world feel alive.

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Ready to take your game development skills to the professional level? The Paseo Verde Library is hosting an Advanced Scr...
08/31/2026

Ready to take your game development skills to the professional level? The Paseo Verde Library is hosting an Advanced Scripting Lab for teen and young adult developers on Wednesday afternoon, October 14, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

This technical workshop dives deep into complex Lua mechanics. Participants will learn how to script server update auto-restarts to minimize player disruption, program visually stunning aura warp teleportations, and implement robust DataStore scripts to verify tutorial completion status (ensuring new players are automatically teleported to the correct starting place ID!). Laptops are provided, but feel free to bring your own projects on a flash drive.

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Connect with fellow neighborhood gamers for a relaxed afternoon of virtual farming, trading, and community building! The...
08/29/2026

Connect with fellow neighborhood gamers for a relaxed afternoon of virtual farming, trading, and community building! The Green Valley Library is hosting a Cozy Gaming Social on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM in the teen lounge space.

Bring your mobile devices, handheld consoles, or laptops and sync up for multiplayer sessions. We'll be setting up co-op farms for popular titles like Stardew Valley, exploring cross-play functionality between PC and mobile users, and sharing creative farm layout blueprints. It's a low-pressure, welcoming environment to meet new friends. Free snacks, Wi-Fi, and charging stations are fully provided!

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