"Seeing Your Major" Present by Bill Rancic at UNLV today!

Guest Speaker Bill Rancic

Unlv Rebels

Monday, September 12 · 3:00pm - 4:30pm

UNLV Student Union Ballroom

           

Seeing Yourself in Your Major

 UNLV Bookstore Voucher Give-Aways & Free Food

You will have a once-in-a-college-career opportunity to hear from a true American entrepreneur: Bill Rancic. Donald Trump chose Bill to be his right-hand man out of a competitive pool of 250,000 applicants to be crowned the original Apprentice. Bill has worked for and been personally mentored by Donald Trump for years and has traveled with Mr. Trump across the US and Internationally. Don't miss out!

Pete Wentz celebrates Clinton Sparks B-Day at Moon Nightclub!

Pete & Clinton

Pete & Clinton

Pete

Pete Wentz, former bassist of the rock band Fall Out Boy joined friend and fellow entertainer, Clinton Sparks in Moon Nightclub inside the Palms Casino Resort on Saturday evening. Wentz joined Sparks to celebrate his birthday and revel at his resident DJ bash at Moon entitled The Awesome Party. Wentz was joined by members of his new group, The Black Cards, and they enjoyed Ketel One Vodka bottle service and assorted cocktails.

Photo credit: Joe Fury for 9 Group

Want to laugh? A Funny Fall at Treasure Island! Who will be there?

 A Funny Fall Awaits Audiences at Treasure Island Las Vegas

Before you know it, the temperatures will start dropping, but the laughs are heating up at Treasure Island Las Vegas with performances by Bill Engvall, Bill Cosby, Carlos Mencia and Whoopi Goldberg.

Bill Engvall

October 28

8 p.m.

Tickets are $49 and $65, plus taxes and service charge

Bill Cosby

November 25

8 p.m.

Tickets are $59 and $79, plus taxes and service charge

Carlos Mencia

September 16

8 p.m.

Tickets are $49 and $69, plus taxes and service charge

Whoopi Goldberg

October 14

8 p.m.

Tickets are $79 and $99, plus taxes and service charge. Tickets for each show can be purchased at  www.treasureisland.com or by calling (800) 392-1999 or (702) 894-7722.

Pick the Pro's Football Contest returns! At all Boyd Gaming Properties!

 Boyd Gaming’s  Pick the Pros, the longest-running football contest in Las Vegas, will return for its 34th season.  Recognized as “Best Football Contest” by the staff of the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Pick the Pros will award more than $500,000 in prize money during the 2011 professional football season.

Unlike other football contests, Pick the Pros starts a new contest each week, so players have a chance at sharing in a $30,000 guaranteed prize pool each week of the season.  Pick the Pros is also completely free; players only need a B Connected card to participate.

In Pick the Pros, players are asked to pick winners straight-up (not against the point spread) in each of the week’s professional football contests.  Holders of Ruby cards receive three entries each week; Sapphire members, four entries; and Emerald players, five entries.

A total of $30,000 in cash will be awarded each week.  If there is only one top performer during a given week, that player will receive the entire $30,000 prize pool.  If there is a tie among multiple players, one player (selected by tie breakers) will receive a $10,000 cash prize, while all runners-up will split a $20,000 pool.  Last year, 213 players were awarded cash prizes over the course of the season.

Following a successful rollout last year, Boyd Gaming will once again use kiosks to accept entries at all participating properties.

“The introduction of kiosks made Las Vegas’ favorite football contest even better, as we greatly reduced player wait times and made the contest more accessible to our customers,” said Bob Scucci, Director of Race and Sports for Boyd Gaming.  “Participation in last year’s Pick the Pros was up nearly 60 percent, and we expect another record-breaking season in 2011.”

Players can participate in Pick the Pros at any one of 60 kiosks at seven participating properties: The Orleans, Sam’s Town, Suncoast, Gold Coast, California, Main Street Station and Fremont.  A B Connected card is required to participate; however, membership is completely free to all adults age 21 and older.

Entries for week one will be accepted starting Tuesday, August 30 and the contest will continue through the end of the regular season. For further information, including contest rules, visit www.pickthepros.com or any Boyd Gaming race and sports book.

About Boyd Gaming

Headquartered in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming is a leading diversified owner and operator of 16 gaming entertainment properties located in Nevada, New Jersey, Mississippi, Illinois, Indiana and Louisiana.  Additional news and information on Boyd Gaming can be found at www.boydgaming.com.

See the best of Broadway in Las Vegas! Special pricing to benefit KNPR!

 Nevada Public Radio listeners and members have the rare chance to support public radio and experience the best of Broadway in Las Vegas with discounted tickets to “Phantom: The Las Vegas Spectacular,” “Jersey Boys” and Disney's “The Lion King” during the September 23-25 weekend.

Attendees will be seduced by “Phantom: The Las Vegas Spectacular” at the Venetian Resort and Casino during the 7 p.m. performance on Friday, September 23. “Phantom: The Las Vegas Spectacular” reunites Andrew Lloyd Webber, director Hal Prince and others from the show's original creative team, who together reconceived their show into a spectacular 95-minute production. From the moment you enter the magnificent custom-built theatre, you are in the storied Paris Opera House and part of the Phantom's world. The production features every song from the original, includes spectacular sets, new illusions, and a breathtaking chandelier experience.

Relive the hits of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons with “Jersey Boys” at The Palazzo Resort and Casino at the 9:30 p.m. performance on Saturday, September 24. This musical phenomenon is the story of how a group of blue-collar boys, from the wrong side of the tracks, became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time. “Jersey Boys” takes you up the charts, across the country and features hits such as "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Can't Take My Eyes Off Of You," "Oh, What A Night" and many more.

The whole family will have a chance to see Disney's “The Lion King” in its last months in Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino during the 4 p.m. performance on Sunday, September 25. More than 60 million people worldwide have enjoyed the majesty and the truly one-of-a-kind experience that is the Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation Disney's “The Lion King”. Hailed by Newsweek as "a landmark event in entertainment," the show is a breathtaking adventure that stretches the boundaries of Broadway, from the heart of Africa to the plains of your imagination.

BASE Entertainment and Disney presented Nevada Public Radio with a limited number of priority seating tickets for all three productions. Tickets are priced at $100 per show ticket, or $250 to see all three performances; which equates to savings of 50 percent or more over regular box office prices and fees.

Proceeds will directly benefit and must be purchased through Nevada Public Radio. Tickets must be picked up at the will-call and may not be resold. To purchase tickets, visit www.knpr.org, www.classical897.org or call (702) 258-9895 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays.

About Nevada Public Radio

Nevada Public Radio, a not-for-profit organization, is the state’s premier non-commercial broadcaster of National Public Radio programming and includes News 88.9 KNPR, broadcasting national and regional news and discussion; Classical 89.7 KCNV, a network of rural translator and repeater signals: KTPH, Tonopah (91.7); KLNR, Panaca (91.7); KWPR, Lund/Ely (88.7) and KSGU, St. George (90.3), plus a statewide radio reading service for the visually impaired.

Nevada Public Radio produces 10 hours a week of original content, which is also available on demand at knpr.org, including the national award-winning public affairs program KNPR's State of Nevada. Nevada Public Radio was incorporated in 1975 with its flagship station News 88.9 KNPR signing on the air in 1980. Since early 2008, Nevada Public Radio has provided digital (HD) programming with additional channels of Spanish language, contemporary eclectic music and news broadcasts. Nevada Public Radio also publishes Desert Companion™, a monthly magazine. For further information, call 702.258.9895.

Remember the Titanic - "The Big Piece!"

 Rediscover RMS Titanic One Artifact at a Time Artifact Feature: The Big Piece

Twenty six years ago this month, the wreckage of the most infamous ship in history, RMS Titanic, was discovered at the bottom of the North Atlantic. Today, the largest artifact ever recovered, appropriately called The Big Piece, can be found in an unlikely place; in the middle of the desert at Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at Luxor, Las Vegas.

Weighing approximately 15 tons and measuring 26 by 12 feet, The Big Piece is a section of Titanic’s starboard side hull and was successfully recovered during RMS Titanic Inc.’s 1998 Expedition.  It displays the extensive rivet work that went into the building of Titanic (about three million rivets were used in the Ship’s construction). Also, a part of the original support beam that attached the Big Piece to the frame of the Ship is visible on the back of the object.

True history buffs will be interested to know that the portholes visible on the Big Piece came from C Deck and were part of cabins C-79 and C-81. Although these cabins were unoccupied, nearby cabin C-83 housed New York theatrical producer Henry B. Harris and his wife Irene. Also nearby was the cabin occupied by W.T. Stead, the most famous journalist in England at the time. Irene Harris survived the sinking, but both Henry Harris and W.T. Stead lost their lives in the disaster.

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition provides guests with the opportunity to become a passenger as they move through Exhibition galleries and view more than 20 never-before-seen authentic artifacts including gaming chips, passenger personal papers and decorative sections from Titanic’s famed Grand Staircase. Experience the Ship’s historical journey in chronological order: from the construction yards, her launch, first and third class room re-creations, the Promenade Deck, the Grand Staircase, the fated sinking, to modern day recovery efforts.

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Too Short in Vegas at Old School Wednesday!

Too Short hosted at LAVO for Old School Wednesdays.  The Oakland born rapper thrilled the crowd, performing hits from past and present including “B**ch” and “Blow the Whistle”.  When not entertaining the packed club he held court at a VIP table drinking margaritas.  Spotted in the crowd checking out the night was R&B singer, songwriter and producer Patrick “Sleepy” Brown.

Photo credit: Al Powers

Gilley's brings you Football Specials! BBQ, Flat Screens and Gilley's Girls!

 Special Event Updates for Gilley’s Saloon, Dance Hall & Bar-B-Que NFL and college football specials  

Treasure Island Las Vegas keeps the fun going all week long within Gilley’s Saloon, Dance Hall and Bar-B-Que with new special events.

Games will be broadcast on most of Gilley’s flat screen televisions, with Gilley’s Girls serving four Budweiser/Bud Light Bottles for $15 and $3 draft beers during the game, which begins 5:30 PST. The specials will be available each Saturday, Sunday and Monday during the college football and NFL regular seasons.

Each week, Gilley’s offers the following:

Monday – Captain Morgan’s Locals Appreciation Night (no cover charge)

•           2-for-1 Captain Morgan’s Cocktails, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. (everyone)

•           $1 draft beers & 2-for-1 cocktails, 7 p.m. – Close (with Nevada ID)

•           Four Budweiser/Bud Light Bottles for $15 and $3 draft beers during Monday Night Football

Tuesday – Crown Royal Karaoke (no cover charge)

•           2-for-1 Crown Royal cocktails, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

•           DanSing Karaoke, 8 p.m. – Midnight     

•           Line Dancing Lessons, 7 p. m. – 9 p. m                              

 Wednesday – Ladies Night & Tequila Thursday w/ Sauza Hornitos (no cover charge)

•           Gilley’s Toughest Cowboy Contest, 10 p.m. ($200 Cash Prize)

•           2-for-1 Sauza Hornitos cocktails, 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.

•           Ladies drink for $1.00, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. (well drinks & draft beer)

•           Line Dancing Lessons, 7 p. m. – 9 p.m.

Thursday – Whiskey Thursday with Jim Beam Red Stag (no cover charge)

•           Live band starting at 9 p.m. (no cover charge)

•           2-for-1 Jim Beam Red Stag cocktails, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

•           DanSing Karaoke 8 p.m. – Midnight

•           Line Dancing Lessons, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Friday – Black Jack Fridays with Jack Daniel’s

•           2-for-1 Jack Daniel’s cocktails, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

•           Live band starting at 10 p.m. ($10 cover charge)

•           ½-off cover for Local Men & Military with ID

•           No cover for local ladies with ID

Saturday - Snakebite Saturday with Southern Comfort

•           2-for-1 SoCo & SoCo Lime cocktails, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.

•           Live band starting at 10 p.m. ($10 cover charge)

•           ½-off cover for Local Men & Military with ID

•           No cover for local ladies with ID

•           Four Budweiser/Bud Light Bottles for $15 and $3 draft beers during college football games

Sunday – Jagermeister presents Gilley’s World Famous Bikini Bull Riding                                               

•           2-for-1 Jagermeister shots & cocktails, 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.

•           Bikini Bull Riding, 10 p.m. ($200 cash prize)

•           Line Dancing Lessons, 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.

•           Four Budweiser/Bud Light Bottles for $15 and $3 draft beers during NFL Football games

About Treasure Island

Treasure Island on the Las Vegas Strip, a privately owned hotel and casino boasting nearly 3,000 guest rooms, stands alone as the only major Strip property to claim that unique market position. It’s a world-class destination for headline entertainment, the enchanting Sirens of TI nightly outdoor show and Mystère, the classic Cirque du Soleil performance that combines the powerful athleticism, high-energy acrobatics and inspiring imagery that have become the company’s hallmark. Upscale and casual dining choices, hip nightspots and shops, and an indulgent spa further complement the one-of-a-kind Treasure Island guest experience. For information or to make a reservation, call 800-288-7206 or visit www.treasureisland.com.

Torch Song Trilogy Part 1 tonight at Onyx Theatre! 4pm and $15!

 Torch Song Trilogy Part 1

Sunday, September 11 · 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Onyx Theatre

           

ONLY 1 SHOW LEFT!!!

Sunday at 4pm $15

Harvey Fierstein's examination of life and love is coming to the Onyx Theatre Stage, courtesy of Off-Strip Productions.

Arnold is a man in search of love in a world where love eludes him. Armed with a quick wit, a sharp tongue, and a big heart, his journey is both delightful and devastating.

Directed by John Morris, this show is the perfect way to kick off Pride Month. Join us for this celebration of love, life, and the pursuit of happiness!

CAST

Arnold - Michael Neel

Ed - Christopher Hermening

Torch Singer - Olga Rios

Piano Player - Eric Eichorst

Productions design by Holly Morris

Hair & makeup by Deborah Anderson

For tickets and info call 702-732-7225 or go to www.onyxtheatre.com/boxoffice/index.php?event_id=395

ghostbar Sundays at Palms Casino with Zen Freeman!

Martinis & Manicures at Beauty Bar...with the Neon Reverb!

Martinis and Manicures: Neon Reverb edition Feat. The Beauty Bus!

Sunday, September 11 · 3:00pm - 7:30pm       

Beauty Bar

517 Fremont St.

           

Martinis and Manicures comes back to the Beauty Bar starting off with a special Neon Reverb party! 3-7:30pm!

Come and relax and get fancy after your weekend of great Neon Reverb fun!

Featuring the Beauty Bus, a full service mobile salon provided by Girls Night Out! Cocktails and DJs!

Check out their website for services! www.vegasbeautybus.com

The Palazzo Las Vegas shows patriotic colors!

The Palazzo Las Vegas waves its patriotic colors in honor of the heroes and for those who lost their lives 10 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001. The newly installed LED signs on each tower of The Palazzo will feature a streaming American Flag on the 14-foot letters from now through Sunday, Sept. 11.

Visit 911day.org to join the tribute movement to share how you’re honoring the victims and heroes of 9/11.