This study was conducted in 2005 to better understand the Jewish community in Southern Nevada. The themes of the study include population growth, population geographic shift and dispersal, Jewish youth, Jewish identity, increasing synagogue membership and general participation in Jewish causes.
Dr. Richard Giles poses for a picture. Family history inscription reads: "Father of Dick L. Giles; Uncle to Edith C. Giles Cadagan Barcus 1914, Brother to Edwin S. Giles; great grand uncle to Mrs. Jane Cadogan Perry [who has three children by prior marriage to Arthur N. Patten; Childrens' names are Arthur N. Patten, Jr., Patricia Ann, and Edwin Giles Patten.]"