Whats up?? Exciting News from The Forum Shops - Las Vegas!!

Readers Love The Forum Shops: Don’t take our word for it, the readers have spoken and they love The Forum Shops. Las Vegas Weekly recently named it “Best Place to People Watch on the Strip.” In the July/August issue of Nevada Magazine, the publication lauded the shopping venue as one of the “Best Places to Shop.”



A Forum First – Roman Streetscape: When shoppers arrive, one immediate experience they encounter is the ambience. When The Forum Shops debuted in 1992, this was the arena shoppers first experienced the fantasy recreation of an ancient Roman Forum streetscape with classic columns and arches whose painted skies reflected the change from sunrise to sunset. Central piazzas also feature ornate fountains and the classic statuary, Fountain of the Gods reflecting that of an ancient forum in towns, where the center was created to be the formal area that led people to the marketplace.



July’s Beat The Heat Month: No, really, Las Vegas is hot, for many more reasons than one. To get locals and visitors outta the heat, The Forum Shops has a special offer for the month of July. Shoppers can bring their receipts to concierge as their entry to win a shopping gift card. The Forum Shops will draw the winning receipt on Monday, Aug. 2 and whatever the temperature will be from Saturday, July 31, that will be the amount of the gift card. The winner does not need to be present to win.



La Martina Opens: Just opened at The Forum Shops, La Martina is the official supplier in the world of the sport of polo. They approach business the same way a high scoring polo player approaches polo - with passion, devotion and the utmost commitment to excellence. The store’s concept includes leather outfits, polos and shirts for men, women and kids, as well as accessories such as belts, bags, shoes, hats and more. Each and every product at La Martina is carefully designed, produced and tested to ensure it fulfills necessary quality standards required to compete and win at the very best tournaments all over the world. La Martina benefits from a close relationship with many of the most prestigious clubs, tournaments and players, fulfilling the demands of this incredible sport.



Forum Fashion Forward Tip – Summer: The dog days of summer were made for shopping at The Forum Shops! Tommy Bahama’s island and beachwear is perfect for summer gear. Cover up from the sun with one of the new hats at Anthropologie. Versace’s sunglasses will always keep you cool even when you’re hot. Ferragamo’s summer sandals or Tory Burch flip flops will keep the feet comfortable even when it’s 100-and-a-lot outside. Finally, for the perfect tote, Michael Kors’ extra large bags make room for the magazines, towels and suntan oil.



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Sparkles FSD unscripted and BOL (barking out loud) for FIRE SAFETY!!

Part of the perks of being a “Canine Correspondent” is that I get to cover stories that I find personally fulfilling and also items that will have an impact on my readers.  One of my pals on Facebook is Sparkles the Fire Safety Dog and recently I had the opportunity to sit down over a couple of bones and chat. Here is the interview as it unfolded..enjoy!  

What does a full day of work mean for you?

Each day, I wake up excited to help Firefighter Dayna with all of the fun fire safety projects that she has planned for the day. Every day is different, so it makes it really fun!

Here’s an example of a typical day:

• Have a yummy breakfast.


• Answer fire safety questions that children submit on my website (www.sparklesthefiresafetydog.com)


• Spend time on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Sparkles-the-Fire-Safety-Dog/58302653884?ref=mf), my blog (http://www.sparklesthefiresafetydog.blogspot.com) and Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/sparklestfsd)


• Take a nap.


• Help Firefighter Dayna with new ideas to help keep children safe, such as new coloring pages.


• Answer questions that bloggers and the media has for me. We love bloggers and the media because they help us share the fire safety message, just like you, Lola Belle!


• Help my friend, Tango, practice his fire safety tricks (he’s learning how to become a fire safety dog).


• Take another nap (Fire safety dogs need their rest!)


• Pawtograph my children’s fire safety book, Sparkles the Fire Safety Dog, for people that order my book.


• Help mom work on her three new books; a revision of my first book, Sparkles the Fire Safety Dog (to be released in July), Sparkles Goes to Boston (to be released in October) and a really cool new coloring book (Summer 2010 release date)!


• Take a big long nap (zzzzzzz)


• Spend more time on Facebook


• Answer questions for teachers that are interested in having us visit their classrooms either in person or via Skype.


• Help mom with my foundation, the Keep Kids Fire Safe Foundation (http://www.keepkidsfiresafe.org). The foundation is dedicated to helping keep children and their caregivers fire safe and provides fire safety educational materials for children, parents, fire departments, schools and organizations at little or no cost. We are always looking for ways to raise money to help be able to do this! If you would like to help, please let us know! We would be forever grateful! You can become one of Sparkles’ Angels (http://www.keepkidsfiresafe.org/sparkles_angels.html)!


• Play with mom and Tango.


• Go out to the fire station to visit with the firefighters.


• Eat dinner.


• Sleep while mom works on more fire safety projects (she works until 2 or 3 in the morning while I sleep keeping her company).

The next day, I wake up and do it all again!

I can imagine that you feel very happy when you help children learn? Is there anyway you can describe the feelings that you have?

There is nothing like it, Lola Belle! I love when children share with me that they are doing things in their home to help keep them and their families safe from fire. There are a lot of very special Jr. Firefighters out there!



What do you do for relaxation?

I love to have a pawdicure. My mom paints my toenails fire engine red. I also love it when she gives me a massage and hugs me. It makes me feel so warm and fuzzy inside!



You were on Times Square in New York that must have been pawsome!! Do you have any feelings to describe this and what led up to it?

I was so excited, Lola Belle! I’ve been sharing fire safety tips on PBS KIDS Sprout for almost four years now (http://www.sproutonline.com/firesafety), thanks to my great friends at Sprout. Last year, I was really excited when our picture was on the jumbotron at Times Square and where you live, Las Vegas! I could hardly believe it! It was really fun watching my mom when she saw the picture. She was so happy her eyes leaked. We love sharing the fire safety message and anytime that people (and dogs like you!) help share fire safety, we love it!



Any more goals that you would like to accomplish this year?

My main goal in life is to help save lives, reduce injuries and decrease property loss from fire. If I can help raise awareness about the work of the foundation and help raise money so that we can help provide materials to children, I would be so happy!

I am so excited about the new books coming out and will be helping Firefighter Dayna work on a couple more this fall. We also will be doing Skype visits to schools this fall. Can’t wait!

Am helping Firefighter Dayna with a couple of exciting projects as well, but she won’t let me spill the beans! If you become my friend on Facebook, you will know what those projects are before anyone else! How cool is that?



What is your favorite treat?

I love, love, love strawberries! Yummy!



Can a school or corporation sponsor you?

I would love to have a sponsor! Mom and I pay for everything out of our own pockets and to have help, whether it be something as simple as doing graphic design work or helping us financially, would be a tremendous gift! Sponsors would help us save lives!



What message would you like to leave the readers of the blog?

Fire safety is something that you need to think about every day. It’s easy to think that fire won’t happen to you, but honestly, it CAN happen to you. Your home can become totally engulfed in flames in less than three minutes. Be prepared. Make a plan with your family and practice it. Have working smoke alarms in your home.

It is almost the fourth of July, so please remember to leave fireworks to the professionals!

And most of all, practice fire safety EVERY DAY!

Thank you so much, Lola Belle, for helping share the fire safety message! Firefighter Dayna and I are going to make you an honorary fire safety dog for the day!

What a great interview! Sparkles does so much to help out and the children really remember how to drop and roll once it is demonstrated by a canine pal. So if any businesses or individuals are looking for a great cause to sponsor or help out with…look no further! And now we are off for a relaxing pawdicure where the recorder will be turned off, and will be followed by belly rubs and hopefully treats!!Will enjoy my day as a Fire Safety DOG!

XOXO

Lola Belle

Step back into the 80's!! Tonight at Diablo's! On the Strip!

• 80s Night



• Wednesday, June 30, 2010


• Pull out the Hammer pants, tights, side ponies, rope chains, and LA Gears: it's Diablo's 80s Night! Boogie your night away with the freshest disco, 80's hip-Hop and 80's rock mash-ups put down by new resident DJ M!ke Attack w/ cheap drink specials straight outta the decade! Contests fun and games will be held all night to surely make another Wednesday night at Diablo’s another epic one!




• Where: Diablo's Cantina at Monte Carlo


• When: Wednesday, June 30, 2010


• What time: 10:00 PM


• Dress code: Proper Attire Required

TV Star views BODIES! Who??

Television and film star, Monica Potter, was sighted at BODIES… The Exhibition inside Luxor Hotel & Casino yesterday evening with two male friends. The actress currently plays Kristina Braverman on NBC’s popular sitcom, “Parenthood”. She also co-starred in last year’s thriller, “The Last House on the Left.” Potter was very quiet and discreet as she toured the Exhibition, reading about the miraculous human body and discussing it with her friends. A fan spotted her in the gift shop as she was leaving and asked for an autograph. She politely gave the autograph and quickly left before gathering more attention.

Singer/Songwriter at N9NE..PLUS Miss Playboy Club July 2010!

Songwriter and lead singer for the band Disturbed, David Draiman dined at N9NE Steakhouse inside Palms Casino Resort on Sunday night (6.27.10). He came with a female friend around 8 p.m.  They enjoyed the seafood platter,  big eye tuna tartare and a Caesar salad for appetizers.  For the main course, Draiman enjoyed the 16-ounce bone-in-filet with potato gnocchi.

At ghostbar, members of the NBC hit show, “The Doctors” enjoyed the scene with a large group of about 30 friends.

The Miss Playboy Club Model Search took place inside Playboy Club and announced Lara Leverence as the winner of Miss Playboy Club July 2010.  Leverence, 22, is a cocktail waitress from Phoenix, Ariz.

Photo credit Shane O’Neal/9 Group.

Sugar Factory welcomes Stars with lots of sweets!!

A bevy of daytime television's hottest stars indulged in a selection of sweet treats from Sugar Factory while they were in Las Vegas for the 2010 Daytime Emmy Awards.



"Jeopardy" host Alex Trebek, Las Vegas headliner David Copperfield and actress Ashley Jones, seen on HBO's hit series "TrueBlood" and CBS's "The Bold and the Beautiful," were among the celebrities that satisfied their sweet tooth with Sugar Factory's signature Couture Pop.



The night's biggest winners were also treated to Sugar Factory sweets, including Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series, Julie Pinson from "As the World Turns," Outstanding Younger Actor, Drew Tyler Bell from "The Bold and the Beautiful" and Dr. Lisa Masterson from Outstanding Talk Show, "The Doctors."



A favorite stop for Hollywood's best-known stars, Sugar Factory currently has two locations in Las Vegas, at The Mirage and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, and will debut its third location, at Paris Las Vegas, later this year. All of Sugar Factory's products are also available online at www.SugarFactory.com.

The Hard Rock has GREAT Dining options for you!!

•  Center Bar

Happy Hour Now 7 Days A Week

Center Bar at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino hosts Happy Hour 4 - 8pm 7 days a week with 2-for-1 call drinks and $2 domestic beers. Guests can take a seat at the bar or at high boys surrounding the perimeter, order their favorite drinks and enjoy the best view of the casino. It's a place that gives off the right amount of heat to the heavenly bodies gravitating around it.



Hours of operation: Center Bar is open 24 hours a day and seven days a week

• Pink Taco

Pink Taco is popular for putting a California spin on traditional Mexican dishes. The menu includes the trademark Pink Taco (Panuchos) with homemade corn tortillas and black beans, topped with chicken, salsa roja, pickled onions and avocado. For something lighter, there's the Chicken (or vegetable) Tostada Salad--a shredded salad with chipotle dressing that is a Pink Taco favorite. For a sweet finale to a spicy meal, Pink Taco offers the Tres Leches Cake – fried ice cream and flan with Mexican caramel. A mega-hip Mexican cantina, Pink Taco is a folk-art bedecked hotspot adorned with classic low-rider bicycles, unique tables that leave guests’ feet dangling and an assortment of authentic Mexican craftwork that decorate the dining room. The atmosphere includes music that’s pumped up loud where nobody is expected to keep their voices down. Dining out on the patio is an alternative for those looking for a more quiet setting.



Hours of operation: 11am - 10pm Sunday -Thursday; 10am - midnight Friday & Saturday



Happy Hour takes place 4-7pm Monday – Friday

• Johnny Smalls

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and The Dolce Group present the newest addition to the Las Vegas dining scene: Johnny Smalls. A complete departure from the signature Dolce Group establishments around the country, Johnny Smalls takes a no-hassle approach to dining with no reservations, no sequence of service, no entrees, no problems. Johnny Smalls offers small plates and big fun with a menu of more than 50 shareable dishes encompassing Spanish tapas, Asian dim sum, Italian antipasti, Mediterranean mezze, Mexican antojitos, classic American starters and zesty original skewers. Chef Scott Minervini spotlights the most delicious flavors at Johnny Smalls, regardless of origin and cultural boundaries, at a great price point. Prices for these whimsical dishes range from $6 - 12. Johnny Smalls offers a Happy Hour with 2-for-1 specialty cocktails at the bar and select appetizers starting at only $4. Happy Hour takes place Wed. - Sun. from 5 – 7 pm.

Hours of operation: 5pm – 11pm Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, bar is open till midnight; 5pm – midnight Friday – Saturday, bar is open till 1am



To place reservations at any of the restaurants at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, please call 702.693.5000 or visit www.hardrockhotel.com. For private dining call Amy Whittle at 702.693.4077 and for special events or parties contact Hard Rock Sales & Catering at 702.693.5564.

Fantasy Ladies take over TABU!! Sizzling and Seductive!

Following their performance on Friday night, “Baywatch” bombshell Angelica Bridges and the sizzling cast of FANTASY at Luxor headed over to MGM Grand’s Tabú Ultra Lounge where they hosted a seductive evening. Joined by FANTASY comedian Sean E. Cooper, the ladies turned up the heat at the packed hotspot dancing to mash-ups by DJ Forbes and sipping cocktails in Tabu’s sophisticated VIP section.

Carrot Top and Minus5 Ice Lounge bring you a new drink! Introducing the Heat Miser!

Celebrating the arrival of summer, Minus5 Ice Lounge in Las Vegas (located inside the Shoppes at Mandalay Place) continued its celebrity cocktail program by honoring legendary comedian, Carrot Top, with the launch of his signature drink – the Heat Miser. The first permanent ice lounge of its kind in the U.S., the 2,000 sq. ft. Minus5 Ice

Lounge is a sub-freezing ice lounge. Everyone suited up in cold weather jackets and gloves and headed into the Ice Lounge and some fans snapped pix with Carrot Top before he took a shot of Crown Royal (one the main ingredients for his signature drink) through the ice Sculpture bust at the bar.  He then got behind the bar where he mixed up one of his signature Heat Miser drinks. The fun ensured as the Ice Lounge penguin visited and in true Carrot Top fashion he posed for plenty of great shots.



Photo credit

© Erik Kabik/ RETNA/ erikkabik.com

Kardashian KHAOS in Las Vegas! A new shopping destination!

Las Vegas get ready! The Kardashians are coming to the Mirage! Their new shop will be opening in mid August and has Kourtney Kim and Mom Kris all involved. A line of Kardashian family designs will be showcased and the shop will be called KHAOS! Sure to be an interesting shopping destination!

> Photo credit:

> © Erik Kabik/ Retna/ erikkabik.com

Wet Republic has Swedish House Mafia performing LIVE!

The legendary DJ group Swedish House Mafia performed on Saturday, June 26, 2010 at WET REPUBLIC, Las Vegas’ premier pool party and daylife venue. Clad in designer T-shirts, the group arrived at the venue to a huge ovation from the thousands of adoring fans that traveled great distances to see Axwell, Steve Angello and Sebastian Ingrosso spin their world-renowned beats.

Eager to perform for their followers upon arrival, the group made a beeline to the DJ booth where they immediately unloaded their arsenal of unique and ground-breaking music. The crowd came alive as Swedish House Mafia dropped the sounds that made them famous, including their new single “One” which features vocals from Pharrell, singer of The Neptunes and N*E*R*D.
The party lasted for hours as the group never rested and the partygoers kept asking for more. Accessible and entertaining, Swedish House Mafia interacted with the audience as the seemingly tireless crowd continued to dance the day away at Vegas’ most exciting pool destination.

Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/ WIRE Image

It's Social Mixology tonight!! Artisan Hotel..

Social Mixology
Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at 10:00pm
Wednesday, June 30, 2010 at 3:00am
Artisan Hotel 1501 w. Sahara LAS VEGAS

Pics of fab Models at Tao and Lavo! Who else was on the scene??

Notable names kicked off the weekend, starting with fun in the sun on Friday at TAO Beach. LA Laker Derek Fisher, who is hosting at TAO on Saturday, was celebrating his 5th NBA championship at the pool. Also spotted was Playmate and “Holly’s World” co-star Laura Croft.
Friday night Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Jessica White celebrated her 26th birthday with an Italian dinner at LAVO. The gracious stunner even shared a few pieces of her birthday cake with a nearby table before adjourning to a VIP table in the club. Joined by fellow model Irina Shayk and friends, the beauty danced the night away, requesting DJ Politik play “Say Aah” from Trey Songz. At around 3 am Paris and Nicky Hilton, along with David Katzenberg stopped by to say hello. All drank Cristal and toasted to Jessica’s birthday.
Derek Fisher was also spotted dining at LAVO with his wife and friends. Once they hit the club the NBA star requested a Michael Jackson set from DJ Politik, who was wearing a Lakers championship shirt.

Country pop star Carrie Underwood and a group of girlfriends took over a VIP table on the LAVO stage for a bachelorette party in celebration of her upcoming wedding to hockey star Mike Fisher of the Ottawa Senators. The singer donned a “bride-to-be” sash and the group wore feather boas from LAVO’s bachelorette goody bag while dancing the night away.
Actress Leslie Bibb from Iron Man stopped by LAVO before heading to TAO for dinner with friends. John Enos III, best known for his role on The Young and The Restless was also spotted dining at TAO.

Photo Credit: Denise Truscello

Daytime Emmy's bring more star power to LV Hilton! Susan Lucci, Maria Osmond and Rachel Ray!!

This past week-end the 37th Annual Daytime Emmy's were held at the LV Hilton. It was a nostalgia evening with Ryan Seacrest paying homage to Producer and legend Dick Clark! Also part of the show a musical tribute which included Maria Osmond, Chubby Checker and Tony Orlando. Fans flocked to the red carpet in part to see and say goodbye to their favorite stars from As The World Turns which has been cancelled after more than half a century on television and radio.

Seen on the red carpet Maria Osmond and her son, Regis and Joy Philbin, Susan Lucci and Montel Williams, Rachel Ray and Tony Orlando, Chubby Checker!!

Below is a list of the evening’s winners.

• Outstanding Drama Series: The Bold and the Beautiful
• Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Maura West, As the World Turns
• Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Michael Park, As the World Turns
• Supporting Actress in a Drama Series: Julie Pinson, As the World Turns
• Supporting Actor in a Drama Series: Billy Miller, The Young and the Restless
• Game Show: Cash Cab
• Informative Talk Show: The Doctors
• Younger Actor in a Drama Series: Drew Tyler Bell, The Bold and the Beautiful
• Younger Actress in a Drama Series: Julie Berman, General Hospital
• Drama Series Directing Team: General Hospital
• Drama Series Writing Team: The Bold and the Beautiful
• Talk Show Host: Mehmet Oz, The Dr. Oz Show
• Game Show Host: Ben Bailey, Cash Cab

Images:
© Erik Kabik/ RETNA/ erikkabik.com

Ryan Seacrest, Regis Philbin and more!! XS Nightclub!! Plus John Mayer!

Saturday night, XS Nightclub at Encore was crawling with celebrities in town for the 37th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Awards, which included Ryan Seacrest and Regis Philbin. The two television personalities decided to let loose in Sin City by spending Saturday night at the mega club before appearing on the Daytime Emmys. Both celebrity hosts were joined by Regis’ wife Joy Philbin, Paris Hilton and XS co-owner Victor Drai at his exclusive VIP table. Also at XS Saturday night was Grammy Award-winning artist John Mayer. The singer-songwriter was joined by a few close friends as they partied into the early hours of the morning.

Sister nightclub, Tryst at Wynn, was also packed and pumping Saturday night as Olympic Gold Medalist and 2007 Dancing with the Stars champion Apolo Ohno along with his male entourage was spotted partying the night away in of the venue’s VIP tables. The group spent most of the evening dancing with other clubgoers on the crowded dance floor.

Images of Regis Philbin, Joy Philbin, Ryan Seacrest and Victor Drai by Danny Mahoney. Images of Apolo Ohno and friend by Mike Reilly.

Bang Tuesday and "Flash Discovers the walk of Shame!"

Party at the Rockhouse and then EAT!! New inhouse menu!!

ROCKHOUSE Adds Bar Food to Its Ultra Dive

Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub, the only ultra-dive bar on the Las Vegas Strip, has introduced a delicious ultra-dive bar menu. Now Rockhouse revelers can sober up with mouthwatering grub after a game of beer pong or take a break from the dance floor to chow down on some chimichangas.

Rockhouse will provide finger-lickin’ bar fare to partygoers daily, from noon until 8 p.m. Guests can choose from a selection of menu items including hamburgers, fries, mini corndogs, chicken fingers and chimichangas while sipping an 80-ounce daiquiri from a souvenir guitar cup or slamming shots from a tire-swingin’ cocktail waitress.

The best laid-back place to party on the Las Vegas Strip, Rockhouse gives partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the “VIP” attitude. With a knockout lineup of gorgeous bartenders, bottle service that won’t break the bank, a walk-away daiquiri bar and casual dress code, it’s always the right time to party at Rockhouse.

Blending a local dive bar with the glamour of Sin City’s party scene at a convenient center Strip location, Rockhouse is the top party destination on the Strip. Las Vegas’ only ultra dive bar features top-notch lighting and sound with the best DJs in Las Vegas blending upbeat rock, hip-hop and dance. With beautiful bartenders pouring drinks from the bar tops, playing in the giant bird cage and dangling from tire swings suspended from the ceiling, Rockhouse is the spot where the party never stops. Rockhouse is located on Las Vegas Blvd. in front of Imperial Palace, directly across from Caesars Palace in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip. The daiquiri and main bar open daily at 10 a.m. and the adjacent nightclub is open from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly. For more information visit www.therockhousebar.com, and for bottle and table reservations call 702.731.9683 or email info@therockhousebar.com.

What Happened at The Light Group this week-end? CELEBS!!!

• THE BANK

On Saturday, June 26th, soap opera star from General Hospital and season one winner of Dancing with the Stars, Kelly Monaco, entertained with a large group of her friends at The BANK. The actress danced the night away on The Bank’s banquette, attracting looks from the crowd. Afterwards at her VIP table, Kelly posed for pictures with her fans!

• FIX

On Sunday, June 27th, New York Knick’s player Al Harrington dined at FIX. The forward star feasted on Fix’s menu highlights including the Bobby Baldwin Burgers, Lobster Tacos and Sea Bass.

• GOLD LOUNGE

On Wednesday, June 23rd, Academy Award winning actor Cuba Good Jr. entertained at GOLD Lounge. Cuba, at Gold to celebrate a friend’s birthday, enjoyed the Lounge’s signature cocktails while at his VIP table. The actor ended the evening singing round after round of the Happy Birthday song to his ecstatic friend.

• HAZE

On Friday, June 25th, General Hospital star Kelly Monaco celebrated her birthday at HAZE. The star was accompanied by a large group of her friends that included reality television star Shanna Moakler and GH cast mate Tyler Christopher. The actress and her friends energetically overtook the dance floor, enjoying the skills of the HAZE house DJ Karma. Also, Josh Strickland, a local favorite from Peep Show sang along to Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind” and gave Kelly a personal shout out for her birthday! A very appreciative Kelly was later presented with a special white and pink birthday cake as a shout out announcing her birthday blasted to the HAZE crowd!

• LIQUID

On Saturday, June 26th, American Idol winner and country superstar Carrie Underwood celebrated a birthday/ bachelorette party at LIQUID Pool Lounge. Carrie and friends layed out by the pool and enjoyed relaxing in one of Liquid’s lavish cabanas. The star even serenaded her friends, belting out one of her favorite gospel songs!

On Wednesday, June 23rd, Academy Award winning actor Cuba Gooding Jr. caught some rays at LIQUID Pool Lounge. The actor enjoyed some fun in the sun, dipping in and out of the luxurious pool. He later took a break from the Las Vegas heat by enjoying Liquid’s refreshing signature cocktails!

• UNION

On Saturday, June 26th, soap actress Kelly Monaco along with co-star Tyler Christopher and reality television star Shanna Moakler dined at UNION. The stars enjoyed a sumptuous dinner from the Greatest Hits menu that included the Ultimate Surf & Turf and the King Crab and Jalapeno Tacos. They ended their meal with the chef’s selection of Union’s signature pastries.

• YELLOWTAIL

On Friday, June 25th, actress Kelly Monaco enjoyed a special birthday dinner at YELLOWTAIL. The soap star along with several friends Reality Star Shanna Moakler, dined on the Big Eye Tuna Pizza and the Japanese Kobe Beef and sipped on refreshing Asian Pear cocktails. Shanna even tweeted about it!!

Also at YELLOWTAIL on Friday, XX of the New England Patriots and XX, a cheerleader for the Miami Dolphins, enjoyed a fabulous dinner to celebrate their recent engagement. The lovely couple enjoyed the Maine Lobster Carpaccio and the Toro Caviar while toasting with champagne.

On Wednesday, June 23rd, Joel Quenneville, head coach of the Chicago Blackhawks dined at YELLOWTAIL with friends and players to celebrate their Stanley Cup win! They even brought the Stanley Cup in! The group enjoyed Yellowtail’s selection of the Big Eye Tuna Pizza, YT Serrano, Rock Shrimp, King Crab, Sushi and Sashimi Assortment, Jidori and the Kobe Flat Iron. They welcomed other patrons to join in the festivities and were taking pictures all night long!

Local Musician Jam Night! Las Vegas Country Saloon!

Monday Night Musician’s Jam Network powered by Sam Ash Music
9:00pm -12:00am
Las Vegas Country Saloon
(Above Hennessey’s)
This venue is family friendly – Under 21 welcome until Midnight
425 E. Fremont Street
Las Vegas, NV

Come out to meet, jam and most importantly network with your fellow local singers & musicians. Looking for a sub, a sub job, a gig? This is the event to be at each week. Many talented musicians have been found by gigging bands at this event. Out of respect for the musicians, please bring your own Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, or sticks. Available is the backline, mics, and drums ready for you.

Sponsored by Sam Ash Music and featuring their newest sponsor Dr. Duck’s Ax Wax. Hosted by The Voodoo Cowboys and brought to you by E7 Entertainment Group.
Drawings for Freebies…An extra drawing ticket for each guest you bring with you.

This will also be broadcast live on the Internet. Tell your friends to watch you on the big stage in Las Vegas. Forward this Link to your friends, family, and fans: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/monday-night-musicians-jam-network

Come early to sign up & guarantee your spot as space is limited. There is a large crowd of very talented Blues, Rock, and Country musicians!
Sign up as early as 8:30pm - music starting at 9pm until Midnight

For additional information, call Cynthia E7 Entertainment (702) 556-3558

1800 Phantoms gather on The STRIP! Anniversary of world famous Phantom show!

On June 24, Phantom – The Las Vegas Spectacular made history when more than 1800 “Phantoms” gathered at The Phantom Theatre at The Venetian Resort-Hotel-Casino to celebrate the legendary show’s fourth anniversary on the Las Vegas Strip. Audience members were transformed into “Angels of Music” and for one record-breaking moment The Phantom Theatre was home to more than 1800 “Phantoms,” the largest gathering of “Phantoms” ever.

Following the performance, cast members, led by the show’s “Phantom,” filed into the audience handing commemorative versions of the iconic mask to the sold-out house setting the record for the world’s largest gathering of “Phantoms” ever assembled in a single location. As with any production orchestrated by “The Phantom,” it ended with the crash of the $5 million, 2,000-pound chandelier.

Photo Credit: Denise Truscello/WireImage

From left to right: Andrew Ragone, Kristi Holden and Anthony Crivello

Iron Man 2 Blockbuster Actresses on the Red Carpet! Crown Nightclub!

Iron Man 2 actresses Anya Monzikova and Jasmine Dustin walked the red

carpet this past Friday night! In town to celebrate a special night at Crown Nightclub inside the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino these two lovelies posed for photos and said hello to fans! The company (Crown Nightclub) is overseen by attorney and entertainment veteran Darin Feinstein who has owned and operated music venues, nightclubs and

entertainment outlets for more than 10 years. In addition to purchasing the world famous The Viper Room from actor Johnny Depp, Feinstein’s companies have produced thousands of live shows in multiple cities nationwide

Photo credit © Erik Kabik/ Retna/ erikkabik.com

Playmates and Comedian and Actresses..where could that be? N9NE Group!

This week-end saw a flurry of stars at the N9NE Group! Partying at Playboy Club was, Tommy Davidson comedian, film and television actor . He was having fun with model, Kelly Carrington who was selected to be Playboy's October 2008 Playmate of the Month. She was also featured on the cover of the same issue.

Actress, Shannon Elizabeth, best known for her role in the 1999 comedy film American Pie dined at Nove Italiano Friday night inside Palms Casino Resort. She and three friends came in around 9 p.m. The group enjoyed signature dishes while drinking FIJI water and Kettle One mixed drinks. For dessert, Executive Chef Geno Bernardo personally brought them Granitas. Shannon and her party were in town for the World Series of Poker. Before they left, she signed Chef Geno’s door and told him they would be back soon, since this is now one of their favorite restaurants in the city.

At N9NE Steakhouse, actor Armand Assante who is best known for his role as Cesar Castillo in The Mambo Kings came in to dine with a party of five people.