By Judy Thorburn
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Owner/Editor in Chief/writer - Las Vegas Round The Clock
Owner/Editor in Chief/writer - The Flick Chicks
Director of Communications - Nevada Film Alliance
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Celebrities came out to show their support for the exclusive World Hunger Relief benefit Monday night, October 11 at Eva Longoria Parker's Eve nightclub at Crystals in CityCenter Las Vegas.
Madame Tussaudes Wax Figure of Eva Longoria Parker Unveiled at Eve Nightclub at CityCenter
Madame Tussauds Las Vegas presented Eva Longoria Parker with a $300,000 wax figure replica Wednesday night at her nightclub, Eve, in Crystals at CityCenter Las Vegas.
Second Annual 'OktoberFrightFest' at Fremont Street Experience
Just in time for Halloween, the Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas is hosting the second Annual OctoberFrightFest, a month long festival September 29 through October 31.
Ricardo's Mexican Restaurant and ROSANGEL Tequila Break Guinness World Record for the World's Largest Pink Margarita
Ricardo’s Mexican Restaurant and ROSANGEL™ Tequila broke the Guinness World Records for “World’s Largest Pink Margarita” on Friday, October 15.
Additional recent and upcoming “happenings” in and around Las Vegas include:
Mayor Goodman Signs Contract to Play with Las Vegas Locomotives
Mayor Oscar Goodman joined the United Football League’s Las Vegas Locomotives (Locos) team as a Tight End with a special contract signing ceremony on Friday, October 1 at 4:00 p.m. on the 3rd Street Stage Fremont Street Experience to commemorate this moment Mayor Oscar Goodman was presented with an official Locos Jersey while his new coach, Jim Fassel, teammates and Locos cheerleaders welcomed him to the football team.
“I want to thank the Locos for giving me a chance, I don’t know if I’ll be much help on the field, but I can definitely teach them how to make a good martini for the concession stand,” Mayor Goodman said. “I did play some high school and college football, but that was so long ago that I think we were wearing leather helmets,”
Mayor Oscar Goodman and Coach Jim Fassel
“This was truly a shock; the Mayor signing a contract with the Locos was the last thing anyone expected. We want to support a true champion of downtown in any way possible, so when he asked that the official ceremony happen at Fremont Street Experience we couldn’t say no,” stated Jeff Victor, president of Fremont Street Experience. “We wish him luck and I look forward to seeing him on the field.”
“I’ve always admired the mayor and I’m grateful for the partnership with the city. I just hope he passes his physical,” said Fassel. “If he passes his physical he can be a valuable asset to our team.”
Goodman is excited about having professional football in Las Vegas. “It’s great to have a professional football franchise calling Las Vegas home, and I encourage all of the citizens here to come out and show their support for the Locos,” added Goodman.
After the ceremonial contract signing, fans were invited to stay at Fremont Street Experience for Fan Experience at the “Experience.” Coach Jim Fassel and players signed autographs, take pictures, and interact with the crowd. Additionally, The Locos’s cheerleading squad LocoMotion was on site to present a special performance. Merchandise and tickets to upcoming games were also available for purchase at the event.
Actress Tiffani Thiessen with husband Brady in tow & Celebrity Designer Lonni Paul of HGTV “Design Star” celebrated the launch of PetitNest at AZURE Luxury Pool at The Palazzo Sunday evening, October 10. PetitNest is a modern classic collection of infant and children’s room furnishings providing a fresh solution for families to one of the most widely faced design dilemmas. “It is furniture that you can pull apart and can use in other parts of the home and is modern and timeless,” mentions Thiessen. She arrived at the event just after getting daughter Harper to bed. “She turns 4 months this Thursday,” she glowed. And when asked about advice for new moms she said, “Just remember to BREATHE! And laugh!”
Guests at the event dined on Polenta with Prosciutto, roasted peppers with chevre cheese on pita bread and Beef tenderloin on garlic croutons. VeeV served signature NESTini cocktails with VeeV Açaí Spirit, Grapefruit Juice, Chambord, and a Lime slice for garnish. Anna Nicole Smith’s baby daddy Larry Birkhead was also spotted at the party, having a drink and chatting with guests.
Tiffany Thiessen
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Tiffany Thiessen and Brady Smith
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Lonnie and Tiffany Thiessen
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Tiffany Thiessen with guests
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Tiffany Thiessen with fans
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Smashburger, a fast-casual "better burger" restaurant, with three locations in Las Vegas, introduced new menu items to SmashFans last month. They include:
BBQ Ranch Smashchicken topped with applewood-smoked bacon, haystack onions, lettuce, tomato, BBQ sauce and ranch dressing on an egg bun.
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn
Avocado Club Smashchicken topped with fresh avocado, applewood-smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, ranch dressing and mayo on a multi-grained bun.
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn
Buffalo Smashchicken featuring Frank’s Buffalo Sauce, crumbled blue cheese, lettuce, tomato and mayo on an egg bun.
Honey Mustard Chicken Smashsalad a mix of fresh garden greens, topped with strips of crispy or grilled chicken, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes and red onions with creamy honey mustard dressing.
Chicken Caesar Smashsalad with a mix of fresh garden greens topped with strips of crispy or grilled chicken, parmesan cheese, diced tomatoes and croutons with parmesan Caesar dressing.
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn
Harvest Chicken Smashsalad a mix of fresh garden greens topped with strips of crispy or grilled chicken, marinated balsamic tomatoes, raisins, cranberries, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, blue cheese, with balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn
BBQ Chicken Ranch Smashsalad a mix of fresh garden greens topped with strips of crispy or grilled chicken, applewood smoked bacon, diced tomatoes, haystack onions, cheddar cheese, with buttermilk ranch dressing and bbq sauce.
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn
Franck Savoy, general manager of Restaurant Guy Savoy has been named director of food and beverage for Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Effective immediately, Savoy will oversee the exquisite line-up of on property restaurants pairing him with accomplished chefs including Bobby Flay’s Mesa Grill; Bradley Ogden; Rao’s; Payard Pâtisserie & Bistro and Beijing Noodle No. 9. Savoy is the son of culinary legend Guy Savoy.
American Lung Association is lending a hand to Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) clients seeking assistance in breaking the health-threatening habit of smoking with its “Freedom from Smoking” no-cost program.The FREE classes are conducted at the AFAN office located at 701 Shadow Lane, Ste. 130 from 3 – 5 p.m. every Friday now through Nov. 19. The 7-week program is lead by trained AFAN facility members and volunteers who speak to participants in intimate group settings, providing them support and professional knowledge on how to quit smoking. Participants will be introduced to key stages of behavior change, including: preparation phase (laying the foundation for success), quit day (affirming the decision to quit) and maintenance phase (providing skills and support to stay smoke-free). For more information on the program and American Lung Association, visit www.lungusa.org.
"Sin City Comedy" at V Theater is presently offering a special ticket price for locals: $9.99, which includes a complimentary cocktail. The following link includes more information http://sincitycomedy.blogspot.com/2010/10/welcome-las-vegas-locals.html
The Marnell family is bringing their Italian tradition back to the M Resort Spa Casino with the second annual Italian Festival featuring two days of Italian food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. The Festival will be held on Saturday, Oct.23 and Sunday, Oct.24 from 11a.m. to 9 p.m. poolside at the Villaggio Del Sole. Paid admission includes choice of one select beverage. New this year, the Festival will highlight Villaggio Del Sole's Main Stage. The stage will feature a variety of entertainment including performances by the classics crooner Mark O'Toole and the children's group Musicology Academy, cooking demonstrations by Chef Tina Martini and contest favorites including spaghetti eating and grape stomping. Children can enjoy face painting, tattoo artists, colorful balloons and more. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-12 and free for children under age 5. Paid admission includes choice of one select beverage.
October 24 to Benefit College of Fine Arts Alumni Chapter to promote networking and mentoring opportunities for alumni and students with majors and/or minors in Architecture, Art, Dance, Film, Music, Theatre. The event will take place at Doc Rando Recital Hall, Beam Music Center at 1 p.m. The program will feature the music of LOUIS PRIMA (performed by Lena Prima), BOBBY DARIN (performed by Art Vargas), TONY ORLANDO (performed by Tony Orlando), VIC DAMONE (performed by Laura Taylor),DENNIS BONO (performed by Dennis Bono) with SCOTT O’NEIL as Master of Ceremony. Tickets are $20.00 and available at the UNLV Performing Arts Center Box Office, or by calling 895-ARTS (2787).
The Nevada Conservatory Theatre at UNLV opens Ted Tiller’s “Count Dracula,” directed by David Ivers, at 8 p.m. on Friday, October 29 in the Judy Bayley Theatre. “Count Dracula,” an exciting, thrilling, and sometimes humorous version of the classic story of a suave vampire whose passion is sinking teeth into the throats of young women, is based on Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula. Performances are October 29, 30, November 4, 5, and 6 at 8 p.m. and October 31 and November 7 at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are $20 and on sale at the UNLV Performing Arts Center Box Office. Special rates are available for senior citizens; students; military; handicapped; UNLV students, faculty and staff; and groups of 15 or more.
The UNLV Performing Arts Center welcomes the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra with conductor Pavel Kogan and violinist Jennifer Koh, at 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 30 as part of the Charles Vanda Master Series. The program includes Tchaikovsky Competition winner Koh performing Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1, as well as orchestra performances of Pictures at an Exhibition and Capriccio Italien.
Tickets to the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra are $35, $50, and $70 and can be purchased at the Performing Arts Center Box Office at 895-ARTS (2787) or by visiting pac.unlv.edu.
The Crown Theater, located inside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino will be the new home of the longest running musical show featuring the legendary groups, The Platters, The Cornell Gunter Coasters and The Marvelettes, beginning Monday, Nov. 1, 2010. Tickets for The Platters, The Cornell Gunter Coasters and The Marvelettes are $$39.50, $59.50 and $79.50 and are on sale now.
The Kevin Smith SModcast and ‘Evening With’ shows planned for Nov. 12 and Nov. 13, 2010 at The Pearl at the Palms Casino Resort have been postponed. A new date of shows will be announced soon and tickets for the original dates will be honored for the rescheduled date. Those wishing to receive a refund can do so at the original point of purchase.
Openings;
The Sporting House Bar & Grill, Las Vegas’ premier destination for year-round sports action, opened inside New York-New York Hotel & Casino.
Also opened at New York New York Hotel and Casino is New York Pizzeria.
Ignite Lounge at Monte Carlo Resort and Casino offers an inviting lounge and bar seating where guests can enjoy Ignite’s signature cocktail menu and the extensive champagne, wine and beer list including offerings of more than 30 imported and domestic beers and a selection of cigars, including Montecristo White Churchill and Punch Double Corona. Fourteen flat-screen televisions stream a combination of live sporting events and world news while music from a variety of genres fills the air creating an electric atmosphere. Dancers take the Ignite Lounge stage, adjacent to the resort’s Party Pit, Friday and Saturday nights to entertain guests between 7 p.m. and 3 a.m. Admission is free but guests must be 21 years of age or older.
HARLEM Room inside Rain Nightclub at Palms Casino Resort offers guests an intimate space to mix and mingle in Las Vegas’ premier nightlife destination.
Crystals – the unprecedented retail, dining and entertainment district at CityCenter – welcomes the following luxury retail experiences:
Prada's new three-level, 21,000-square-foot location features the complete Prada men and women's collections of ready to wear and footwear as well as a series of limited-edition bags and playful accessories dedicated to Las Vegas.
GUCCI, offering fine men’s and women’s apparel, leather goods, shoes, watches, jewelry, sunglasses and accessories has opened a 15,000-square-foot boutique located on the second level near the Mandarin Terrace entrance.
Celebrity sightings:
Sunday, October 10...
NHL Hall of Famer Wayne Gretzky was spotted dining with friends in the lounge at Dos Caminos Las Vegas.
DJ Vice, resident DJ at TAO on Saturdays and LAVO on Sundays kicked off an early birthday celebration. The acclaimed DJ who turned 32 on Wednesday, October 13 took his usual place in the DJ booth and provided the playlist for his own party with special guest DJs Echo, Ross One, Crooked, Tony Arzadon and Gusto taking turns. Las Vegas’ newest Strip headliners the Jabbawockeez joined in the celebrations, treating the crowd to an impromptu dance off in the middle of the club.
DJ Vice
Photo credit: Al Powers
DJ Vice
Photo credit: Al Powers
Jabbawockeez
Photo credit: Al Powers
Jabbawockeez with DJ Vice
Photo credit: Al Powers
Vice Sundays at Lavo
Photo credit: Al Powers
Greg London star of Greg London - Impressions That Rock! at the Riviera was in the audience of Chazz Palminteri's one man show “A Bronx Tale” at the Venetian. Greg starred in a movie about a music group, "The Dukes", with Chazz in 2007 as one of The Dukes. The photo is of the two hanging out backstage after the show.
Chazz Palminteri with Greg London
Tuesday, October 11...
Susan Lucci aka Erica Kane was serenaded by Human Nature during their show at the Imperial Palace.
Susan Lucci on stage with Humman Nature
Photo credit: SPI Entertainment
Susan Lucci with Humman Nature
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LPGA pro golfer Michelle Wie, who turned 21 on Monday, celebrated the milestone birthday on Tuesday at LAVO Las Vegas. The was joined by more than 20 friends and family members for an Italian feast in LAVO’s private dining room. After dinner they headed up to a VIP table in the club for Belvedere and Red Bull cocktails. The birthday girl danced the night away to the sounds of DJ Crooked, staying until 2:30 am.
A Bronx Tale star Chazz Palminteri spotted sipping Fiji water on the patio of Blush Boutique Nightclub.
Also at Blush was legendary Los Angeles Lakers player, coach and general manger Jerry West.
Chazz Palminteri
Photo by Bryan Steffy
Pitcher for the Florida Marlins Josh Johnson and his wife dined at N9NE Steakhouse inside Palms Casino Resort.
Show Business, a DJ duo that consists of Clark Duke and Chris Holmes, performed at Moon Nightclub for the weekly party, BANG.
Clark Duke and Chris Holmes
Photo credit: Shane O’Neal / 9 Group
Wednesday October 13...
Patrick Gemayel, better known as P-Thugg from Montreal-based music duo Chromeo, partied at ghostbar inside Palms Casino Resort. Gemayel sat at a VIP table enjoying ghostbar’s Snitch Wednesdays with DJ 88 and M!KEATTACK.
Patrick Gemayel
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Sacramento Kings coach and former NBA player Mario Elie hanging out at a VIP table on the SWITCH patio at Surrender Nightclub’s weekly Wednesday industry party. Also at Surrender on Wednesday, the cast of Le Reve.
In celebration of Mac King’s wife’s birthday the family-friendly comedic magician gathered a group of close friends for a night out to see popular headliners Human Nature at Imperial Palace. Included in the group were fellow magician Lance Burton and founding editor of “Magic Magazine” Stan Allen.
Mac King (blue shirt) with Lance Burton and Human Nature
Photo credit: SPI Entertainment
The Kadashian sisters and their mom Kris checked into The Palazzo for a long weekend celebration.
Thursday, October 14...
The Kardashian sisters and their mom dined at LAVO to kick off the weekend.
Kim Kardashian's birthday celebration
Photo credit: Denise Truscello
Steven Van Zandt, musician and songwriter, and four friends dined at N9NE Steakhouse inside Palms Casino Resort.
Former professional basketball player, Gary Payton also dined at N9NE Steakhouse with wife Monique and four friends.
Chart-topping artist Ne-Yo returned to his hometown of Las Vegas to celebrate his 31st birthday. He kicked-off the festivities with a birthday party at Tryst Nightclub inside Wynn Las Vegas. Before entering the hotspot, he stopped on the red carpet to pose for pictures as hundreds of fans gathered around.
Inside the club, the artist and his large entourage of close friends and family took over three of Tryst’s VIP tables. Surprise guest and good friend Snoop Dogg arrived later to join the celebration.
Also in the house, was blonde bombshell Holly Madison.
Later in the evening, Holly presented Ne-Yo with a three-tier chocolate birthday cake with the top designed in the shape of a fedora and microphone.
Friday night, October 15...
Ne-Yo continued the birthday celebration with a second party at XS Nightclub inside of Encore.
Ne-Yo
Photo credit: David Becker of Wire Image.
Ne-Yo with birthday cake
Photo credit: David Becker of Wire Image.
Snoop Dogg
Photo credit: David Becker of Wire Image.
Ne-Yo
Photo credit: David Becker of Wire Image.
Ne-Yo
Photo credit: Danny Mahoney/XS_Tryst Las Vegas
Friday night Kim Kardashian celebrated her 30th birthday at TAO Las Vegas with FALLOUT: NEW VEGAS, the most anticipated new video game of the year. Kardashian, who will officially enter her 30’s on October 21st arrived with family, friends and cameras from her hit reality show in tow, returning to TAO for the festivities for the second year in a row.
Kim arrived on the red carpet with sisters Kourtney Kardashian and Khloe Kardashian Odom. Mom Kris Jenner and brother Rob Kardashian were by her side, as were friends La La Vazquez, Brittny Gastineau, “Spin Crowd” star Jonathan Cheban, Kelly Rowland, rapper Trina and Joe Francis.
Jonathan Cheban, La La Vazquez, Kelly Rowland, Kim Kardashian, Trina at TAO LV for Kims bday with FALLOUT NEW VEGAS
Photo credit: Denise Truscello 
Brittny Gastineau, Kim Kardashian and Kourtney Kardashian
Photo credit: Denise Truscello
Kim Kardashian
Photo credit: Denise Truscello
The group took over the private dining room at TAO for a feast of Asian specialties from the kitchen. Of course it is not a birthday without presents and TAO wanted to give Kim a special gift, a pair of Diamond Everlon earrings.
Blogger Perez Hilton joined at the end of dinner, bringing along his mother, who was also celebrating her birthday. Perez introduced his mom to Kris Jenner and they shared a hug.
After dinner they ascended to a VIP skybox in the nightclub, overlooking the packed club. Fans gathered below, snapping pictures of the famed family. Kim got on the mic and asked the crowd, “What’s up Las Vegas? Are you ready to party? “ She then thanked FALLOUT: NEW VEGAS and her fans for helping her celebrate. Kourtney and Khloe also hyped the crowd just before Kim was surprised with a cake from Gimme Some Sugar and family and friends toasted with champagne.
Kim Kardashian's birthday cake with Khloe, Kourtney and Rob Kardashian
Photo credit: Denise Truscello
The party then moved down to TAO’s dance floor where DJ Reach kept the party going and Kim’s friend, rapper Trina got on the mic, as did Kelly Rowland who wowed the crowd with her #1 hit “When Love Takes Over.”
Also spotted at TAO on Friday was E! Network’s Ben Lyons, who is celebrating his birthday at LAVO Saturday, actor Jesse Metcalf and Olympian Shaun White dined with friends at TAO earlier in the evening.
Former UFC champion Frank Mir and a party of four, dined at N9NE Steakhouse inside Palms Casino Resort
At Playboy Club, actor and stunt performer Verne Troyer partied with four friends. They were seen trying their luck at the blackjack tables.
Hip-hop artist Rev Run (real name Joseph Simmons) partied at Rain Nightclub. He treated the crowd by taking the stage and performing around 3 a.m.
Saturday October 16...
In the morning, actor Julian Morris, who stars in the new ABC series "My Generation," was spotted checking into The Palazzo VIP lounge. Before heading up to his Siena suite, he and sister Amy stopped by Lagasse's Stadium.
Julian Morris
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Julian Morris
Photo credit: IS Photography/ImagesofVegas.com
Former boxing champ Mike Tyson was spotted at PAINTED WITH OIL at THE MIRACLE MILE SHOPS at PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT.
On Saturday night Simon at Palms Place hosted a poolside party for the launch of the new video game “Fallout New Vegas” by Bethesda Softworks. Celebrities in attendance included: Wayne Newton and his wife, Anna Kendrick (Twilight Saga), Jesse Metcalfe (Desperate Housewives), Mark Salling (Puck on Glee), AnnaLynne McCord (90210), Trevor Donovan (90210),Shenae Grimes (90210) and TV executive Les Moonves.
Friday Night Lights starlet Aimee Teegarden who plays high school student “Julie Taylor” in the series,celebrated her 21st birthday at Tabú Ultra Lounge inside MGM Grand. After enjoying an intimate dinner with her closest friends at MGM Grand's Tom Colicchio’s Craftsteak. Later, the young actress was treated in VIP style as she mingled and danced with friends inside Tabú. DJ Loczi played a funky version of 50 Cent's "In Da Club" as a beautiful, three-tier cake was delivered to her table and the crowd repeatedly sang, "It’s your birthday."
Pete Rose spotted enjoying dinner at Strip House at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
Verne Troyer, actor and stuntman, dined at Nove Italiano inside Palms Casino Resort.
Band members from indie rock band Vampire Weekend dined at N9NE Steakhouse.
Arizona Cardinal linebacker, Joey Porter dined at N9NE Steakhouse with 25 friends for his wife’s birthday. After dinner, they partied the night away at Moon Nightclub.
At Rain Nightclub, celebrities enjoyed a special performance by Vampire Weekend. Celebrities in attendance included Mark Salling, actor on FOX’s hit TV series Glee, actor Jesse Metcalf and Las Vegas legend, Wayne Newton.