The Guide

The intersection of art and science is the theme as the speakers examine how creativity and curiosity transcend disciplines. It features artists who draw inspiration from scientific inquiry and scientists who incorporate artistic practices into their work.

The DRI Storyteller is Tiffany Pereira, an ecologist and scientific illustrator specializing in the flora and fauna of the desert southwest.

One featured speaker is Jessica Oreck, owner and curator of the Office of Collection & Design, a museum devoted to the minuscule, the forgotten, and the discarded. Think of it as a giant art installation.

The second is CoCo Jenkins, a Manila-born and Vegas-raised multi-instrumentalist, producer, DJ, and looper. As a looper, she blends her classical training and beat-making skills to create psychedelic, genre-bending compositions.

Anyone can have an issue with their smart device, but seniors sometimes are a little more wary of the darned things. This class allows you to talk with an expert and get a little more comfortable with what you are using. Take your smart phones and any other device you have questions about any they will try to help you.

Free, but more info at "Get Tickets."

This monthly program is presented by the Nevada Department of Wildlife, with a different focus each time. This month, learn how to co-exist with coyotes, found more and more frequently hanging around neighborhoods. Learn about coyote biology, what to do when you come across a coyote visitor in your neighborhood, how to discourage them from getting too cozy in your yard, and more.

Free, but more info at "Get Tickets."

Why do feelings of happiness, peace, and joy seem to pass so quickly, while anger, frustration, pain, and sadness linger? We are often told to 'sit with your feelings,' but what does that really mean? Cindy Guerrero, Shaman, LCSW, RYT 200, will explore how to break it down, gain a deeper understanding, and approach emotions in a way that promotes healing.

Free, but more info at "Get Tickets."