Each year Vegas PBS participates in PBS KIDS writing contest. Southern Nevada children in grades K-5 are given creative license to write stories that include original drawings, photographs, collages or 3D art.

Support Special Olympics of Nevada

There are many ways that you can get involved and support Special Olympics of Nevada.Three opportunities for involvement include:

1. Volunteering Your Time
2. Sponsoring An Athlete
3. Supporting A Classroom

For a full list of ways that you can give back and support Special Olympics of Nevada, visit them online at sonv.org or call 702-474-0690.

Our Las Vegas personal injury law firm was a proud sponsor of the 2015 Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) Walk in Las Vegas.

The event had a phenomenal turn-out with more than 6,000 walkers and was able to raise more than $400,000 to directly support the programs AFAN offers.

Connect with Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN)

3rd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza

Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys is pleased to be a community partner of Shield of Hope’s 3rd Annual Easter Eggstravaganza. Our personal injury law firm bought 3 bicycles for prizes and a few other needed items to help make the event special for those who attend.

Easter Eggstravaganza Event Details

Date: April 3, 2015
Time: 10 AM to 2 PM
Location: Molasky Family Park (1065 E. Twain Ave., Las Vegas, NV.)
Additional event details include: appearances by the Easter Bunny, an Easter egg hunt, prizes, music, food, free eye exams, free immunization shots and much more.

Please visit their website to learn even more about Shield of Hope and their Annual Easter Eggstravaganza.

Thank You Letter from Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation

We wish to congratulate Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada on the success of their 2015 Evening of Hope. Our personal injury law firm received a thank you letter from Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation in which they shared their organization was able to raise $140,000 for children with cancer in southern Nevada through donations and community supporters!

History of Support

Future Opportunities to Support Candlelighters

Thank You from Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of NV

Below is our thank you letter from the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of NV

Dear Glen,

On behalf of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada, the Board of Directors, staff an especially the families we serve, we express our sincerest appreciation for your annual sponsorship of $10,000 mane on February 18,2015. Your annual sponsorship contributed to our Evening of Hope, which helped raise $140,000 for children with cancer in southern Nevada. Additionally, part of your donation will also contribute to our Runners for Candlelighters Fundraiser, April 12.2015 and our Riders for Candlelighters Kids Fundraiser on April 18, 2015. Both programs are raising much needed funds to help Candlelighters families when they need it most.

Candlelighters has been helping families who have children diagnosed with cancer for over 37 years. Making life better for children with cancer and their families is at the heart of Candlelighters mission. Donations such as yours enable us to provide our programs and services during the course of the child’s treatment. Services include: financial assistance, emotional and educational support as well as family events throughout the year to ensure the family remains intact during their child’s cancer journey.

Once again, thank you! Your commitment in helping our organization means so much to us, our families, and to the children diagnosed with cancer. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly at 702-737-1919.

With appreciation,

Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys takes giving back to new heights as a second year community sponsor of the 2015 Pahrump Balloon Festival. The three-day festival and carnival takes place from March 20 – 22, at Petrack Park located at 150 State Highway 160, Pahrump, NV 89060.

2015 Pahrump Balloon Festival Highlights:

• More than 20 hot air balloon
• Evening balloon glow-light show (March 21st)
• Tethered balloon rides (weather permitting)
• Drone and fixed-wing aircraft exhibitions
• Carnival rides and games
• Food
• Crafts
• Music and entertainment

General admission and parking to the balloon festival is free. Tickets for tethered balloon ride tickets are just $10 and carnival tickets are $25 per person.

Please call the Pahrump Chamber of Commerce at 775-727-5800, or go online to visitpahrump.com/events for more event details. You can also contact our office as well.

11th Annual Hablamos Español Expo

Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys handed out free giveaways at The 11th Annual Hablamos Español Expo at The Centre of Elgin and the Heritage Ballroom, 100 Symphony Way in downtown Elgin, Saturday, March 7 from 10:00 a.m-3:00 p.m. This free event, which draws more than 1,000 people into downtown Elgin annually, is a celebration of Hispanic heritage, culture, arts, business and community. New this year will be the inaugural Prom & Quinceañera Fashion Show featuring U-46 students showcasing beautiful Latina fashions from Bella’s Fashions, 156 E. Chicago Street, in downtown Elgin and prom dresses from YWCA Elgin’s iHeart Prom Expo (March 13) and Cinderella’s Closet event (March 21), where teens can get a prom dress for less starting at only $15.

More about the 11th Annual Hablamos Español Expo

10:30am Elgin State Bank – IRA Accounts/Cuentas de Retiro
11:00am Centro de Informacion – Expanded DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) and DAPA (Deferred Action for Parental Accountability)
11:30am Advocate Sherman Hospital – How to best utilize the many health care and wellness resources available to keep families healthier and drive down health care costs
12:30pm Presence Saint Joseph Hospital – 10 Things You Should Know About Breast & Cervical Cancer
1:00pm City of Elgin 311 – Learn more about the Elgin 311 department from 311 Advocates Andriana Hernandez and Elvira Hunter
1:30pm Neighborhood Housing Services – Learn more about NHS’s products and services that help provide affordable housing to working families.
2:00pm Prairie Foot and Ankle – Learn more about proper podiatric care of feet and ankles

• Elgin State Bank will have a very special guest at their booth to take photos with kids and families – the Easter bunny!

• Enjoy live music, dancing and entertainment in the Heirtage Ballroom from local performing arts groups:

10:00am: U-46 Mariachi Band
10:30am: Huff Elementary School Dance
11:00am: City of Elgin 311 App Presentation
11:30am: Sebastian Jemison from Ola la Ijorere Salsa Dancing Demo
12:00pm: Prom & Quinceañera Fashion Show
1:00pm: Organizacion Mexicana de Elgin Proverb Game for Kids
1:30pm: Keynote Speaker Angelica Atondo