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Richard Femenella Devotes His Efforts to the Autism Community

There is a cliché that states, "money makes the world go around," and funding (money) is indeed needed by charities and nonprofits to provide services and products. The Autism Community Trust focuses on raising funds and donating to charities and nonprofits that provide services to the autism community in Southern Nevada. There are several organizations offering resources, support groups and therapeutic services for individuals with autism and their families.

Richard Femenella Devotes His Efforts to the Autism Community2025-11-13T19:18:03-08:00

ART HEARTS FASHION: Global Design Takes the Runway

This past fall, New York Fashion Week (NYFW) powered by Art Hearts Fashion took place at the Angel Orensanz Foundation, featuring five days of runway shows and designer presentations. More than 40 international designers showcased collections representing diverse styles and cultural influences, including Alexis Monsanto, Almee Couture, AnaOno, Coral Castillo, Cross Colours, Danny Nguyen, Haus of Harleen, Kene Kaya, Keziah, Mila Hoffman, Montecristi NYC, Raquelle Pedraza, Starielle, Vizcarra, Wanda Beauchamp and others.

ART HEARTS FASHION: Global Design Takes the Runway2025-11-13T19:17:49-08:00

Exploring the Artistic and Historical Riches of Cody, Wyoming

Known as the "Home of the Great American Adventure,” Cody, Wyoming, stretches across the valley east of Yellowstone National Park's entrance, encompassing the towns of Cody, Powell and Meeteetse. Every year, thousands of visitors flock to Yellowstone Valley, but it is this region where those seeking Western adventures immerse themselves in authentic experiences.

Exploring the Artistic and Historical Riches of Cody, Wyoming2025-11-13T19:17:33-08:00

Caged Tools and Locked Aisles

The new normal: shopping through glass and cages. Walk into any big-box home improvement store today and you'll be confronted with locked cabinets long before you meet a salesperson. Power tools sit behind cages; tools, electrical fixtures and even plumbing fittings are held away from the ordinary consumer under lock and key.

Caged Tools and Locked Aisles2025-11-13T19:17:04-08:00

Laura Taylor: A Life in Song, A Legacy in Jazz

In the story of American music, some careers are defined not by a single genre or moment but by the way they weave across traditions, cultures and eras. Laura Taylor's path, spanning classical roots, disco success, platinum-record songwriting and a distinguished career in jazz, embodies that journey. Her voice, once heard selling Buicks and beckoning travelers to "Fly the Friendly Skies," would go on to resonate in recording studios, concert halls and classrooms.

Laura Taylor: A Life in Song, A Legacy in Jazz2025-11-13T19:16:56-08:00

FAYM and the Power of Music

After retiring as the founding music director and conductor laureate of the Las Vegas Philharmonic in 2007, Hal Weller didn't exactly lay down his baton. Two years later, he launched FAYM — the Foundation to Assist Young Musicians — as an organization to offer scholarships and mentoring to young, rising-star musicians pursuing their careers.

FAYM and the Power of Music2026-06-21T16:49:38-07:00

SISTER ACT: Youth for Youth is Gettin' Jazzy With It for its 4th Annual Holiday Charity Concert

The holiday season in Las Vegas is filled with traditions: the Glittering Lights at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, ice skating at the Cosmopolitan and the Ethel M Chocolates Holiday Cactus Garden. Now you can add the Youth for Youth Holiday Concert to that winter wish list.

SISTER ACT: Youth for Youth is Gettin' Jazzy With It for its 4th Annual Holiday Charity Concert2026-07-19T08:13:48-07:00

From the Editor

As the season of giving approaches, we're reminded of what a community can achieve when people come together and how even small acts of kindness matter. In this edition of Chic Compass, we celebrate the people and organizations whose generosity (often shown in the quiet, steady ways they give their time, energy and care) and sense of purpose inspire others most during this time of year.

From the Editor2026-06-21T16:59:28-07:00

Stitch Perfect

And sew it begins. On Stage Essentials — a boa, button and bobbin-filled boutique — isn't just your basic stitch and supply shop. It's a revolution in Las Vegas' legendary costume landscape. From skull caps to silamide to whopper popper snaps, this 2,000-square-foot space is Sin City's one-stop shop for performers, designers and creators looking to make show-stopping costumes.

Stitch Perfect2025-11-16T13:58:12-08:00
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