Storytime-in-a-Box Concept Combines Books, Skill Building & Crafts into a Cohesive Learning Experience
LAS VEGAS (March 3, 2026) - A beloved early-learning initiative at Enterprise Library will continue
through 2026 with renewed support from VegasTickets.com. Since launching in 2024, the Lil’ Learners
Activity Kits have transformed traditional storytime into a portable, self-guided learning experience
children can enjoy anytime, anywhere. Funded by the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District and local
donors, the program is getting an additional $25,000 from VegasTickets.com, bringing its total
investment in the program to $75,000 since its launch in 2024.
Lil’ Learner kits, available at Enterprise Library’s monthly Preschool Fun Storytime and Club STEAM
events, are loaded with books, skill-building exercises, crafts, and activity projects. The goals are to
encourage early literacy and skill development through guided, hands-on activities; empower
caregivers as a child’s first teacher; extend library programming to families unable to attend in-person
events; and introduce families to additional library services and resources. By meeting children where
they are, both physically and developmentally, Lil’ Learners expands the reach and relevance of library
services in a way that is practical and engaging. In 2025, the Library District provided 3,600 Lil’ Learner
boxes to customers.
“The program emerged in response to a growing need identified by library staff and families,” said
Enterprise Library Branch Manager Marie Nicholl-Lynam, who led the program’s development. “While
in-person storytimes are highly popular, many caregivers face scheduling, transportation, or work-
related barriers that limit their ability to attend regularly. Lil’ Learners addresses this challenge by
extending the storytime experience beyond library walls and into the home, allowing families to engage
in early learning on their own time. The Library District and the families who make Enterprise Library
their second home appreciate the continued generosity of VegasTickets.com.”
Company owner Roger Jones and Christy Jones, chair of the VegasTickets.com Charitable Giving
Program, presented the library with a check on March 3, 2026, for the program’s third-year funding. The
pair then joined the weekly storytime session in conjunction with distribution of the Lil’ Learners kits.
“I know from personal experience how great libraries are, both for expanding educational experiences
and, importantly, as safe havens for children in threatening situations,” said Roger Jones, who found
safety in his local library in Chicago from an abusive household and bullying at school. “When my wife,
Christy, and I heard about the Lil’ Learners program, we appreciated its creativity, interactivity, and
portability, and how it helps parents help their kids develop a love of learning and for libraries.”
Lil’ Learner Activity Kits are free and available for pickup at the Enterprise Library (located at 8310 S.
Las Vegas Blvd.) after the first Preschool Fun Storytime (ages 3-5) and first Club STEAM (ages 6-8)
event of each month. Kits are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please see the
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District Event Calendar for dates and times.
For more information about the Lil’ Learner Activity Kits or how to receive one, please contact
Enterprise Library at 702-507-3761.
About the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District
The award-winning Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is an independent taxing entity that serves
a diverse community across 8,000 square miles. Through its 25 branches and website, the Library
District offers a collection of 2.8 million items, including books, movies, music (including streaming and
downloadable), online resources, and free programs for all ages. The Library District’s new Free To Be
public education campaign demonstrates the vital and vibrant role that the library plays in Las Vegas,
offering unexpected experiences; limitless learning; business and career advancement; government
and social services support; and best of all, a place where customers find a sense of culture and
community. For more information, and to support Library District programs, please visit
TheLibraryDistrict.org.
About VegasTickets.com
VegasTickets.com is a locally owned and operated ticket company specializing in sports, concerts, and
entertainment events in Las Vegas and nationwide. The company is known for its white glove customer
experience, trusted service, and strong relationships throughout the live event industry.
VegasTickets.com received the top awards in the Best Ticket Broker and Best Entertainment Customer
Service categories in the 2025 Best of Las Vegas Awards, presented by the Las Vegas Review-
Journal. For information, call 702-795-7880 or visit www.VegasTickets.com.
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