Check out all of these Specials at the EL CORTEZ!!

El Cortez Hotel & Casino: August Gaming Promotions for Club Cortez Back by Popular Demand - Free Gift Cards Awarded to Jackpot Winners between August 1-31 For the month of August, Club Cortez players winning a jackpot of $200 or more on a slot machine, a $200 or more jackpot on a video poker five-cent or lower denomination machine, a $300 or more jackpot on a video poker ten-cent or high denomination machine, or a $200 or more jackpot on live keno will receive their choice of a $10 gift card from either Walmart, Smith’s Food & Drug Stores, Shell or Chevron. There is no limit to the number of gift cards that a player can earn for this promotion. All jackpot winners will also receive an entry into the weekly Saturday night 40” LCD HDTV giveaway and $2,000 cash prize drawing. Please see Club Cortez for additional information and to redeem tickets. Free Marie Callender’s Strawberry Pie – August 8 The El Cortez is offering free Marie Callender’s strawberry pie to players on Saturday, August 8. The promotion allows Club Cortez members to enjoy free pie while they play slots and table games. The complimentary pie slices will be served from noon to 6 p.m. UPDATED: Cash is King Drawing – August 22 For every 5,000 points earned by Club Cortez members during June and July, they receive one entry into the $25,000 Cash is King drawing held on August 22. The drawing will feature 33 winners awarding $5,000 for first prize, $3,000 for second, $2,000 for third and then 30 individuals will receive $500 each. Visit the Club Cortez for additional details and rules. Las Vegas Farmers Market at Fremont East District – Fridays 4-8 p.m. The Las Vegas Farmers Market comes to downtown Las Vegas every Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. and is located between Las Vegas Blvd. and Sixth Street. The weekly farmers market features more than 20 vendors bringing the freshest foods for purchase, including fruits, vegetables, a large variety of breads and pastries, pasta, salad mix, fresh cut flowers and bedding plants. The El Cortez Hotel and Casino offers approximately 1,200 free parking spaces and is among the Fremont East Entertainment District sponsors. For more details on the Las Vegas Farmers Market visit http://www.lasvegasfarmersmarket.com. Party Pit Play blackjack with some of the most beautiful dealers downtown every Friday and Saturday night from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Free Two-Night Stay at El Cortez Any individual who pays for two consecutive nights or more at El Cortez during August receives a coupon for a free two-night stay in September 2009. Hit a $1,200 jackpot or higher in slots, video poker or live poker and receive a certificate for two-complimentary nights at the El Cortez Tower or brand new Cabana Suites. See the front desk for more details. Upon check-in, guests will receive a coupon for a free bottle of Mondavi wine with the purchase of dinner for two at The Flame Steakhouse .

There are many many more specials going on at The El Cortez...The property is currently completing more than $25 million in improvements and renovations. For more information, please call 1-800-634-6703 or 702-385-5200, or visit http://www.elcortezhotelcasino.com/.

Doggy Social Time!

ATTENTION ALL MEDIA ATTENTION ALL DOG OWNER’S 2nd Doggy Social to take place on Saturday August 15 The dog days of summer are upon us, but don’t let your best friend or yourself be in the doghouse!!! COME ON OUT AND GET SOCIAL! The first Doggy Social had a great turnout but with your help we would like even more! The goal of the Social is to eventually be able to raise money by selling products and services for charities such as “Heaven Can Wait” and the NSPCA and The Gay and Lesbian Center of Southern Nevada and AFAN. We are also going to be asking pet specialty stores to bring samples of their products or services for your Canine pal to try!! Lola Belle the Canine Correspondent will be out covering the event and will stream video and post pics on http://ILoveLasVegasMagazine.blogspot.com. KEEP in mind that the Social is open to all dog owners and Lola Belle supports all lifestyles! The LVGA3 Las Vegas Gay Athletics, Arts & Activities and IN THE LV with Chris Miller & Derek Washington are the sponsors. WHERE: Myron Leavitt Park (corner of St. Louis and S. Atlantic) Formerly Jaycee Park (YES it is a very family and canine friendly park.) When: August 15, 2009 Time: 9 AM – 12 Noon For information on how to pawticipate email: Carole9073@yahoo.com

Last Night At Blush - Legendary Fab 5 Freddy!

Hip hop pioneer Fab 5 Freddy hosted a party for Puma as part of WSA convention last night at Blush Boutique Nightclub inside Wynn. The legendary hip hop master sipped Dom Perignon during the night and hit the mic sending hype throughout the crowd in the club that included NFL player Junior Seau. Photo Credit - Bryan Steffy

Creepy - Scary and SAW! Fright Dome at Adventuredome!

Fright Dome at Circus Circus Partners with Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures to Introduce Two New Haunted Houses Themed after the Legendary “SAW” Horror Franchise It’s time to play a game…Fright Dome takes over The Adventuredome at Circus Circus beginning Friday, Oct. 2. This season, two of the five haunted houses take on a “SAW” theme guaranteed to terrify even the bravest of visitors. Fright Dome’s newest houses bring together plots from various installments of the legendary horror movie franchise, “SAW.” Handcrafted replicas of the “games” set by Jigsaw in the popular saga will be among the many things guests have to look forward to. Lionsgate is expected to release the sixth installment of the bone chilling series in theaters nationwide on Friday, Oct. 23. “We’ve always had the best haunted attraction in Vegas and partnering with Lionsgate and Twisted Pictures takes it to a whole new level,” said Jason Egan, owner and creator of Fright Dome. “The ‘SAW’ films cut to the core of human fear and we’re using that to its fullest potential.” “We are looking forward to collaborating with the creative minds behind Fright Dome. Visitors from around the world will be able to experience the terror of Jigsaw first hand,” said Producers Mark Burg and Oren Koules of Twisted Pictures. Darkness and fog-filled, Fright Dome sets a chilling atmosphere with roaming characters, high-powered strobes, multi-colored lasers and five acres of fright made up of extreme scare zones, rides, eight different freak shows nightly, attractions and five haunted houses. No place left unhaunted, demons will descend from the ceiling as guests walk underneath. Fright Dome is open from 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 2 – 31. General admission tickets are $34.95 and fast pass tickets are available for an additional $15 which allow express line entry for all five haunted houses. About Fright Dome Created from the mind of Jason Egan, Fright Dome at Circus Circus has been horrifying the masses since 2002. Each year more than 60,000 people visit the popular attraction. Spread throughout five acres, this haunted theme park features dark, fog-filled attractions complete with ghoulish and gore-clad professional actors. Not appropriate for children under 12, Fright Dome includes roaming scare actors, high-powered strobes, multi-colored lasers and eerie sound effects. For more information, visit http://www.frightdome.com/ or call (702) 794-3939. .

Solve the Mystery - Lawry's

"All's Fair in Love & Music" at Lawry's The Prime Rib, Las Vegas Three big acts each expect exclusive access to the spotlight, but find they must share instead! Tempers escalate and someone may take their final curtain call in this dramatic triple threat! Be here to follow clues and help catch the culprit. Friday, July 31 at 7PM $99 per guest, inclusive of tax and gratuity Reservations are required: Jay Joseph, A Touch of Mystery (702) 497-7936 or http:// www.atouchofmystery.com MENU Lawry's Famous Spinning Bowl Salad Roasted Prime Ribs of Beef Our 10 oz. Lawry’s Cut is carved to order and served with mashed potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, and your choice of creamed spinach, creamed corn, or buttered peas Or Fresh Salmon Served with fresh vegetables English Trifle Freshly Brewed Coffee and Tea We look forward to serving you! _____________________________ VIP Rewards Certificates, other coupons or specials are not accepted at this special event. VIPs can earn points.

Talented Media Need Apply! Charity Benefit!

Take a trip back to the’80s with the 12th Annual Advertising Community Talent Show Applications for participation are now available online, auditions are not required. The 12th annual Advertising Community Talent Show (A.C.T.S.) returns to Las Vegas Friday, September 25, 2009, to raise money for Safe Nest. The event will take place at Ovation at Green Valley Ranch from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. This year’s theme, I Love the ’80s, is aimed at bringing back the side pony-tail and the Michael Jackson moonwalk. All acts consist of the Southern Nevada advertising and media community, age 21 and older. The talent show is a way for members of the media to show off their fun side – comedic performances are encouraged but not required! Each year, A.C.T.S. raises money for Safe Nest, a non-profit organization geared toward the prevention and elimination of domestic violence. The purpose of A.C.T.S. is to help give back to the women and children of Clark County who are affected daily by violence. This year, A.C.T.S. has set a fundraising goal of $25,000 to purchase items for Safe Nest. In past years, items such as computers and playgrounds for the children have been purchased with the money raised. “The talent show is a fun and entertaining way to raise money for such an important cause,” says DeAnne Sheehan, founder of A.C.T.S. The talent portion of the show is non-competitive and participation does not require an audition. Applicants simply fill out a form of submission which can be found on the Web site. For more information on how to submit an application, general rules and sponsorship, please visit http://www.actslv.org/.

Tickets are only $20 in advance and $25 at the door, with all proceeds benefitting Safe Nest. Tickets can be purchased at any Station Casinos Reward Center , The Fiestas and The Galleria Mall or by calling (702) 547-5300 or log onto http://www.stationcasinos.com/. About Safe Nest Safe Nest is non-profit organization aimed the prevention and eradication of domestic violence. Established in 1977 in Clark County , Nev. , Safe Nest is the largest service in Southern Nevada helping battered women, adolescents and children. Services include shelters, 24-hour crisis hotline, counseling, victim advocacy, prevention and community education. For more information on Safe Nest, please visit http://www.safenest.org. About A.C.T.S. The Advertising Community Talent Show has been an annual tradition in Las Vegas for more than 10 years. The goal each year is to raise as much money for the non-profit organization Safe Nest as possible. A.C.T.S. is a volunteer event – all staff, performers, board members and venues donate their time and services for the event each year. For more information on A.C.T.S., please visit http://www.actslv.org. ### For media information, please contact: Aimee Stephens PR Plus 702.696.1999 aimee@prpluslv.com

Meooowww Let your Vanity out to play! Cathouse

CatHouse combines a world-class restaurant, orchestrated by Chef Kerry Simon, with an upscale lounge, creating a seductive nightlife venue. Attire Fashionable Nightlife Located Casino Level Hours at the Luxor Wednesday, Friday - Monday: 10:30 pm - 4 am Reservations Recommended Reservations - 702.262.4228 or 1.877.386.4658 http://www.luxor.com/nightlife

Release Party at Mist - Ladies..OPEN BAR

RELEASE

Wednesday, July 29, 2009 Mist presents their weekly ladies night, RELEASE. Get Mist-ified with an open bar for the ladies from 9 to 10 p.m. Plus with $2 draft beers for everyone, this always promises to be a "can't miss" mid-week party.

Where: Mist Bar Lounge at Treasure Island

What time: 10:00 PM

Dress code: Proper Attire Required

Good Luck Stations Casino!!

We have always enjoyed going down to the local Stations Casino and now on the news is that they have filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Who would of thought that two years ago that this would be coming? All we can say is we love you Stations!!

Tonight at Beauty Bar - RESODENCE

Come listen to Las Vegas' hottest original artists every Thursday night at RESODENCE (local sound) Indie Rock Showcase - Beauty Bar 8:30pm-late. This week we are featuring: Dinner Music For the Gods, Ocean City Defined, Shy Tree, Tim Catching and hosted by Ashton Zyer. Special Performance by Contortionist Stephanie Castellone

http://www.beautybar.com

Please Help - A Great Dog needs a Furever Home!!

Three year-old male dog, he is fixed, well behaved (little to no barking) and very friendly. He was abandoned by a home foreclosure and my friend cannot care for him after today. Please. anyone who can at least take this pooch in temporarily. He has to be gone tomorrow and the no-kill shelter says it doesn't have room. Please email us if you can help!!! Reposted from facebook. Located in Las Vegas.

What Sport Celebrities are doing in Las Vegas!

NFL standout and USC grad Junior Seau spotted wearing work-out gear and looking in football shape while walking through Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas with friends.