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Live Earth Concerts Video Replay
If you want to view videos, go to livearth.msn.com A global environmental musical event called “Live Earth” took place 7-7-7. Let’s hope it’s true that today is the luckiest day in a thousand years cause the planet could use some help. Stars performed...
by Sandra at July 1st, 2007 at 08:07 am
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Movies & Concert Footage by the Pool
The Platinum is making a big push to get some action at their location. Friday and Saturday evenings are publicized as “Dine and Unwind” featuring a special dinner menu of $39 pp at 6:30p & 8:30p. Movies and concert footage starts on the pool deck at 8:30p....
by Sandra at July 1st, 2007 at 07:07 am
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VooDoo Networking
Want to get your business name out? Looking for a way to connect with other young entrepreneurs? Just want to have a good social hour, networking from the top of the Rio with a splendid view over the lights of Las Vegas? Join the Network Ultra Lounge monthly at Rio’s...
by Sandra at July 1st, 2007 at 07:07 am
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Shades of Sinatra @ Suncoast
Winner of the “Tribute Show of the Year” Excellence in Entertainment Award, the Desert Production “Shades of Sinatra” is showing four Wednesdays in October at 7:30 pm. Produced by Ed Mathews and Kelly Clinton, the tribute to the music and career...
by Sandra at July 1st, 2007 at 07:07 am
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2007 State Farm USA Basketball Challenge
Las Vegas is the host to the USA Basketball Mens Senior National Team with stars like Carmela Anthony, Bilber Arenas, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, Joe Johnson, Lamar Odom, Paul Pierce, JJ Redick, former Rebel star Shawn Marion and more. The State Farm USA Basketball Challenge...
by Sandra at July 1st, 2007 at 05:07 am
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Mother & Kids Movie Day
More community events are happening at reJAVAnate with Mother & Kids Movie Day Wed 4p-6p. Give them a call for more details. 702-253-7721. Check out their website rejavanatecoffee.com or better yet, just stop by. 3300 E Flamingo Rd Las Vegas NV (NW corner Pecos in Renaissance...
by Sandra at July 1st, 2007 at 01:07 am
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Andrew Lloyd Webber Songs Performed
Jul 29 @ 2pm is a performance of songs by Andrew Lloyd Webber presented by The Performing Arts Society of Nevada and performed by 2 men and 2 women accompanied by piano. Tickets are $15. Call the Performing Arts Society of Nevada 702-658-6741. You are advised to purchase...
by Sandra at July 1st, 2007 at 12:07 am
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Andre’s First Friday Wine Tasting
Andre’s is one of the venerable old-time spots in Las Vegas, serving French cuisine since 1980, located in a vintage Downtown home from the 1930′s. They are featuring a First Friday wine-tasting from 5:30p-9:30p with 4 wines and a “plat du fromage.”...
by Sandra at June 30th, 2007 at 10:06 am
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LoPro – a Downtown Professionals Mixer
The Downtown Cocktail Room is the site of LoPro, a local professionals mixer where you can “mingle with all the people that are making Downtown Las Vegas happen.” I certainly support the growth of Downtown – it’s a welcome change from the hustle...
by Sandra at June 30th, 2007 at 08:06 am
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Family Fun Night & More at the Drive-In
Some of us are old enough to remember when a drive-in movie was the ideal date for a Saturday night. I blush to think of what went on the privacy of those cars. It was the place for teen-agers to be alone and for mom’s and dad’s to pack the kids in their pj’s...
by Sandra at June 30th, 2007 at 07:06 am
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Jazz Combo Camp at CSN
Jazz vocalists, instrumentalists and enthusiastics of all ages and abilities (middle school to seniors) are invited to attend the 10th Annual Las Vegas Jazz Combo Camp at the College of Southern Nevada (CSN). The Camp runs from Jul 15-Jul 20 at CSN’s Cheyenne campus...
by Sandra at June 30th, 2007 at 07:06 am
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Hawaiian Luau Poolside
If you can’t get to the Islands this summer, you can try the next best thing at the Imperial Palace Hawaiian Luau Tues, Thurs & Sat thru Sep 29. They feature a buffet dinner with authentic Polynesian entertainment. Tickets for dinner and show range from $34.95-$59.95...
by Sandra at June 30th, 2007 at 07:06 am
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lv51 Carls’ Jr Family Night
Jul 13 Come out to Carl’s Jr Family Night at Cashman Field for the Minor League Baseball game of the Las Vegas LV51 vs The Portland Beavers. Game starts at 7:11 pm. Tickets are offered at $24.95 (group of 4); the family deals are available up to 5pm the night of...
by Sandra at June 30th, 2007 at 01:06 am
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Psychic Development Class
“You are Psychic!” Part II is offered from 5:45p-7:45p at Transformations. Rev Cheryl J Johnson, M.Msc has structured the class to develop the psychic powers that we all were born with – at least that is the premise. I’m not all that sure that I...
by Sandra at June 29th, 2007 at 08:06 am
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Dragon Arts Chinese Rod Puppet Show
Another in the series of Young People’s Summer Concerts is “Dragon Arts Production: Images of China” with two performances 11am & 1pm on Thur July 12. A blend of puppetry, music, humor and special effects, this is a show to delight. Chinese rod puppetry...
by Sandra at June 29th, 2007 at 08:06 am
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EZ Weight Loss Series
The use of guided imagery and knowledge of how emotions and nutritional factors affect your health and your weight are taught in this class at Transformations. $12 per class or $69 for all 8 classes to learn who you can better balance your life. Guided imagery aids in easy...
by Sandra at June 29th, 2007 at 07:06 am
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Dam Short Film Screening for Adults
“Art and Expression,” a collection of short films, is presented by the Dam Short Film Society on Mon Jul 16 7p-8:30p at the Las Vegas Art Museum. Duration of shorts are from 5-14 minutes. $5 donation requested. To learn more about Dam Short, visit www.damshortfilm.org....
by Sandra at June 29th, 2007 at 06:06 am
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Another Hot Tropical Night (all ages)
“Another Hot Tropical Night” for all ages is sponsored by the City of Las Vegas Jul 14 6pm-9pm. Enjoy dancing, swimming, games, DJ and live entertainment with performances by Polynesian dancers and fire eaters. Food and beverages available for purchase. Call...
by Sandra at June 28th, 2007 at 07:06 am
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Free Family Outdoor Film Series
The City of Las Vegas is sponsoring free outdoor movies for families on Thursdays at 8pm. Bring a picnic, blankets, lawn chairs for wholesome family fun. Call 702-229-1087 or check website artslasvegas.org. Baker Park St Louis Ave & 10th St Las Vegas NV. Coming Attractions: Jul...
by Sandra at June 28th, 2007 at 07:06 am
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Reverse Happy Hour @ Platinum
If it’s kind of late and you are looking for a comfortable trendy place to hang out and have a couple of drinks, try Stir at the Hotel/Spa Platinum between 10 pm and 1 am. They are promoting a Reverse Happy Hour with 50% off well drinks and domestic beers while you...
by Sandra at June 28th, 2007 at 07:06 am
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Free New Zealand Wine Tasting
Mon Jul 16 is a chance to savor the flavors of New Zealand wines at Lee’s Discount Liquors. You will be guided through selections from Terrace Heights Estates and Fairhall Downs Wineries. The time is 6:30p-7:30p. Tasting is free, but reservations requested. Call Melissa...
by Sandra at June 27th, 2007 at 07:06 am
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NO Red White ‘n Boom draws comments
I am re-posting this article because there were several comments that could use more exposure. If you didn’t know, Clark County cancelled its annual Red White n’ Boom Fireworks display at Desert Breeze Park this year. They claimed that it was too expensive...
by Sandra at June 26th, 2007 at 08:06 am
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Update to my site
For my frequent viewers, you will notice changes to my site. I have upgraded a couple of features including a place to enter your email address for notification of events that interest you. You will find the entry location on the lower left column of the screen. I commit...
by Sandra at June 25th, 2007 at 11:06 am
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Free Harry Potter Movie Marathon
The Clark County Library is hosting a Harry Potter Movie Marathon from 11m-2p geared for kids from 8 to 11 years old. Call 702-507-3760. Venue is the Enterprise Library 25 E Shelbourne Av Las Vegas NV. The schedule: Jul 07 Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Jul...
by Sandra at June 25th, 2007 at 02:06 am
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Free Summer Youth Film
The City of Las Vegas is screening free films for young kids on Thursdays at 2pm. Call 702-229-1515 or check website artslasvegas.org. East Las Vegas Community Center 250 No Eastern Ave Las Vegas NV Coming Attractions: Jun 28- “Clifford’s Really Big Movie” Jul...
by Sandra at June 24th, 2007 at 10:06 pm
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Mad Science Summer Camp
Sessions are filling up for the Mad Science summer camp at the Henderson Convention Center. This is a fun, hands-on, full day, week long science camp for kids entering 1st-5th grades, Jul 16 – Jul 20 and Aug 13 – Aug 17. The themes this year are “CSI:Mad...
by Sandra at June 24th, 2007 at 10:06 pm
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“USS Las Vegas” Trekker Chapter
A corner of Quark’s Lounge at the Hilton last night was bursting with enthusiastic members of the Las Vegas branch of the International Federation of Trekkers (otherwise known to uninitiated as a Star Trek Club.) Officially titled the USS Las Vegas (NFC-0502), it’s...
by Sandra at June 24th, 2007 at 10:06 pm
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by Sandra at June 24th, 2007 at 07:06 pm
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by Sandra at June 24th, 2007 at 07:06 pm
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by Sandra at June 24th, 2007 at 07:06 pm