By Judy Thorburn
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Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar at Town Square Celebrates This Holiday Season with Rum Pairing Menu
Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant & Bar in Town Square, home to the city’s largest rum collection, held a Rum Locker Party for invited guests on Thursday night, December 2 to celebrate its special rum-pairing menu for the holiday season that showcases the island libations.
Rave Town Square Hosts “The Striking Truth” Red Carpet Premiere
On Thursday evening December 2, the night after the Fighter’s Only MMA Awards Rave Motion Pictures’ Town Square 18 Theater hosted the Red Carpet Premiere of the highly acclaimed feature film documentary “The Striking Truth” starring UFC Champion Georges St-Pierre (GSP) and David “The Crow” Loiseau.
Couples Exchange Wedding Vows at The Venetian During Rock ‘n Roll Las Vegas Marathon
Nearly 60 couples running The Rock ‘n Roll Las Vegas Marathon on Sunday morning, December 5 made a pit stop at The Venetian to exchange or renew their vows amidst the romantic gondolas and picturesque Doge’s Palace Bridge. The 26-mile marathon kicked-off at 7 a.m. with more than 30,000 runners participating.
Additional recent and upcoming “happenings” in and around Las Vegas include:
When the GRAMMY nominations were announced on Wednesday, Dec. 1 six nominations came from music recorded at the Palms Casino Resort’s state-of-the-art Studio at the Palms. The 2011 GRAMMY nominations include: Album of the Year – Teenage Dream/Katy Perry; Best Female Pop Vocal Performance – Teenage Dream/Katy Perry; Best Pop Vocal Performance – Teenage Dream/Katy Perry; Best Female R&B Vocal Performance – Everything to Me/Monica; Best R&B Vocal Album – Still Standing/Monica; Best Contemporary R&B Album – Raymond V Raymond/Usher. This year’s GRAMMY awards ceremony will take place in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 13.
A crowd gathered in front of Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino during the NASCAR Victory Lap on Thursday, Dec. 2. Featuring the top 12 NASCAR Spring Cup Series drivers from the 2010 season, NASCAR Victory Lap started at Miracle Mile Shops and provided fans the chance to see the drivers up close and personal as well as experience the traditional feel of a start line.
Photo credit: Ryan McAfee
Photo credit: Ryan McAfee
San Diego native Josh Cox won the Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas Marathon on Sunday, December 5. He finished with an unofficial time of 2:25:06. Dorota Gruca of Poland, who was celebrating her 40th birthday, was the women's winner coming in at an unofficial time of 2:44:38. The race started is in the northbound lanes of Las Vegas Boulevard, at the Dewey Street intersection, headed downtown for the first six miles, hitting a few side streets, then moved to the southbound lanes of Las Vegas Boulevard before reaching the finish line at Mandalay Bay.
Scott Bauhs of Mammoth Lakes, CA won the Rock n' Roll Las Vegas half-marathon in a time of 1:02:38.26.
Three time Olympian Jen Rhines was he first woman to finish the half marathon in a time of l:14:56.
http://www.lvrj.com/news/Las-Vegas-Marathon-111345139.html
Thanks to a $10,000 donation from the Sands Foundation, students at Elbert B. Edwards Elementary School will enjoy state-of-the-art computer equipment to replace the 50 worn-out but badly needed computers that were deemed “Beyond Economical Repair” and removed from the school. The Sands Foundation will work with the Elbert B. Edwards Elementary School throughout the year in an ongoing effort to boost classroom performance.
MGM Resorts International has been honored with 28 esteemed AAA Four and Five Diamond Awards for its resorts and restaurants, solidifying its position among the world’s most elite. The company received seven prestigious AAA Five Diamond Awards including two resorts at CityCenter which opened their doors less than a year ago.
The Shade Tree is hosting the third annual Women of the World Gala December 11, 2010, 6 p.m. at the Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas. This year The Shade Tree will be honoring former First Lady Dema Guinn for her continued support and untiring commitment to the organization. The theme for the evening is Global Celebration, Local Dedication, representing the unspoken culture of kindness that women represent, no matter what socio-economic background or heritage they come from. To spread the message of global celebration the evening’s festivities will feature special performances by local world culture groups. In addition, there will be live entertainment provided by the Nevada School of the Arts as well as a silent auction to raise proceeds for The Shade Tree.
Tickets start at $250 per person with tables of 10 starting at $2,500, donations will accepted as well. For information on purchasing tickets and making donations visit The Shade Tree website www.shadetreebenefit.org.
Proceeds from the event will go toward The Shade Tree charity who’s endless dedication provides safety and shelter for battered women and children, victims of domestic violence, victims of elder abuse, victims of street violence, female veterans, homeless women and children, and the physically disabled. The Shade Tree is the largest shelter of its kind in the state and is the only shelter that is accessible 24 hours. The Shade Tree is dedicated to help find employment and housing for their victims.
Santa Claus is making an appearance at The Silverton Casino Lodge in a whole new environment…the resort’s 117,000 gallon aquarium! The Santa will be posing underwater the first three weekends in December from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day - Saturday, Dec. 4 and Sunday, Dec. 5, Saturday, Dec. 11 and Sunday, Dec. 12 and Saturday, Dec. 18 and Sunday, Dec. 19, offering guests and families around the valley a chance to get creative with their yearly Christmas photos.
The 100th birthday of Louis Prima, the legend and “Big Daddy” of Swing, will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. on 1st Street Stage at the Fremont Street Experience. Louis Prima Jr. will commemorate his father’s life by performing some of his dad’s legendary songs such as “Just a Gigolo – I Ain’t Got Nobody,” “Old Black Magic,” “Buona Sera” and many more that will take audience members back to the big band era and his father’s memorable performances. Following Louis Prima Jr., local cover band Swingin’ Pedestrians will also perform from 8-11 p.m.
Las Vegas legend Clint Holmes, along with his wife Kelly Clinton and sister Gayle Steele, return to the Suncoast Showroom to perform songs of the holiday season December 17, 18, and 19. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. each evening. Tickets start from $29.95, plus tax and convenience fees.
International Superstar recording artist Sisqó will join the cast of the sizzling adult revue FANTASY for a limited engagement this holiday season at Luxor Hotel and Casino. The multi-award winning artist will guest star in the production Monday, December 13 through Saturday, December 25, performing his Billboard chart-topping hit, “Thong Song.”
Celebrity sightings:
Tuesday, November 30…
Comedian Pauly Shore was spotted dining at TAO with a female friend.
Robin Leach, celebrity journalist and two friends dined at Nove Italiano inside Palms Casino Resort.
Bryan Callen, actor and comedian, also dined at Nove Italiano with friends. Callen and friends sat at the bar and enjoyed appetizers and cocktails.
Pauly Shore, actor and comedian, enjoyed a drink in the lounge at N9NE Steakhouse with a friend.
The Alchemist (real name Alan Maman) performed at the weekly party BANG at Moon Nightclub.
Actor and comedian, Michael Blackson, partied at Moon Nightclub with friends as he celebrated his birthday.
Michael Blackson
Photo credit: Shane O’Neal / 9 Group
Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower and the producers of American Superstars provided free tickets for 30 Wounded Warriors to Tuesday night’s show. Pictured: Wounded Warriors with the cast of American Superstars.
American Superstars with wounded warriors
Photo Credit: Cashman Photo
Wednesday night, December 1 ...
LAVO and Eduardo Cordova joined forces to benefit AFAN in honor of World AIDS Day. Laura Croft and Josh Strickland both had red on their outfits and donned a red ribbon to commemorate the day, and LAVO donated several thousand dollars to the cause. After dining at the Italian eatery Croft and Strickland headed up to the nightclub where they danced the night away to the sounds of DJ Lisa Pittman. The duo climbed atop the go go box to show off their moves and hit the center dance floor to mingle with the crowd.
Josh Strickland and Laura Croft
Photo Credit: Al Powers
Daredevil and TV personality, Steve-O (real name Stephen Glover) and friends dined at N9NE Steakhouse at Palms Casino Resort.
Dana White, UFC president, also dined at N9NE Steakhouse with friends.
Afghan Raiders, composed of Mikey Francis, Vincent “Beans” Campillo and Drew Marcogliese, performed for the weekly Snitch party at ghostbar.
Jerry Rice, retired Hall of Fame American football wide receiver, partied at ghostbar with friends.
Octagon girl and model, Arianny Celeste hosted the World MMA Awards 2010 official after-party at Playboy Club. Guests at the official after-party included TV personality Steve-O, main octagon announcer for Zuffa, Bruce Buffer, UFC fighters Kenneth Florian and Randy Couture and adult film star Ron Jeremy.
Also at the after-party was actor Tom Sizemore, Corey “Big Hoss” Harrison and Austin “Chumlee” Russell from History Channel’s reality TV show, Pawn Stars, and actor and comedian Pauly Shore.
Arianny Celeste (Right) and friend
Photo credit: Jorge Novoa/9 Group
Randy Couture
Photo credit: Jorge Novoa/9 Group
L-R Danielle Kalafut, MC Hammer, Chandella Powell and friend
Photo credit: Jorge Novoa/9 Group
Steve-O
Photo credit: Jorge Novoa/9 Group
Tom Sizemore
Photo credit: Jorge Novoa/9 Group
Thursday afternoon, December 2,
ESPN baseball analyst and former MLB pitcher, Rick Sutcliffe with his wife and two friends enjoyed the cool November weather on the patio at Sammy Hagar's Cabo Wabo Cantina.
DJ Lance Rock from the world famous show Yo Gabba Gabba stopped by Simon at Palms Place for lunch. Chef Kerry Simon stopped by the table to say hello.
DJ Lance with Chef Kerry Simon
Holly Madison, star of Peepshow and the hit reality series Holly’s World, held an early birthday celebration at TAO and LAVO. The stage and screen star turns 31 on December 23 and decided to celebrate a few weeks in advance.
She started the party with an early dinner in the private dining room at LAVO. Friends including Bridget Marquardt, Laura Croft, Angel Porrino, Josh Strickland and new beau Jack Barakat.
Holly Madison and friends at LAVO
Photo credit: Al Powers
Jayde Nicole, Laura Croft, Josh Strickland, Holly Madison, Bridget Marquadt and Angel Porrino at TAO
Photo credit: David Becker/Wire Image
Jack Barakat with Holly Madison
Photo credit: David Becker/Wire Image
After dinner Holly raced over to perform in Peepshow before heading back to continue the party at TAO. More friends, including Playmate Jayde Nicole joined for the late night celebration. The group made their way to a sky box overlooking the club, and upon Holly’s arrival event partner Hpnotiq sent the guest of honor a magnum bottle of the liqueur via TAO’s bottle fairy, who flew over the dance floor.
Holly got on the mic, shouting out to the crowd, “What’s up Las Vegas?” She then thanked TAO, Hpnotiq and all of the club goers for the celebration.
Holly was surprised with a three tiered Rapunzel cake from Gimme Some Sugar, which arrived to the sky box accompanied by the Holly’s World TV series theme song. The surprises continued as Hpnotiq presented a $1000 check in her name for the Lied Animal Shelter, one of Holly’s favorite causes. A birthday isn’t complete without presents and TAO continued the gift giving, presenting Holly with a diamond studded heart shaped necklace from Simon G jewelers.
Holly Madison with cake
Photo credit: David Becker/Wire Image
NASCAR driver Kyle Busch was spotted in the next skybox with friends.
Friday night, December 3…
Gary Matthews Jr., son of Philadelphia Phillies broadcaster Gary Matthews and Major League Baseball free agent, dined at N9NE Steakhouse . Matthews was joined by Jerry Hairston Jr., MLB utility player.
Rachel Uchitel, nightclub manager, hostess and TV correspondent, also dined at N9NE Steakhouse with a friend.
Surrender musical director and resident DJ Steve Aoki returned to the Encore hot spot Aoki’s House and to celebrate his birthday. The DJ, who turned 33 earlier in the week, was surprised with a turntable cake before spinning for the packed crowd.
Steve Aoki
Photo credit: Bryan Steffy
At Blush, NASCAR superstar was spotted having drinks with friends.
Saturday, December 4...
The party continued at Blush MMA fighter Stephan Bonnar celebrated his win over Igor Pokrajac and The Ultimate Fighter 12 Finale. Joined by Punkass and Skrape from TapOut, Bonnar and the crew danced on the VIP banquettes and took pictures with fans all night long.
Stephan Bonnar, Sktape and Punkass
Photo credit: Bryan Steffy
Joe Rogan, actor, comedian and commentator for UFC, dined at N9NE Steakhouse inside Palms Casino Resort.
Charles “Chuck” Liddell, professional mixed martial artist and former UFC light heavyweight champion, also dined at N9NE Steakhouse house with friends.
Andre Agassi, retired professional tennis player, dined at N9NE Steakhouse with wife Stefanie Graf.
Arianny Celeste, UFC octagon girl and model, hosted at Moon Nightclub.
B.J. Upton, center fielder for the Tampa Bay Rays, (real name Melvin Upton) partied at Moon Nightclub with friends including brother, Justin Upton, right fielder for the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Jonathan Brookins, professional mixed martial artist, also partied at Moon Nightclub with friends.. Brookins was celebrating his victory after winning the Ultimate Fighter Finale season 12 at The Pearl.
Rachel Uchitel, nightclub manager, hostess and TV correspondent, also dined at N9NE Steakhouse with a friend.