New Vista needs donations...plus they are going Ziplining today!!

Can you consider helping us by donating/pledging us for 1, 2, 3 or even 5 ziplines at $100 per line? Or any amount you can give we would soooo greatly appreciate as would New Vista. We both recognize that our economy is not what it used to be and that you are being asked to help with more needs in our community. Please know that your donation now is an investment into lives for many generations and families to come that have or will be affected by a disability.

We have been committed to this organization for nearly 8 years. Your continued support of this passion we have means the world to us as you come alongside us in making REAL change in the lives of adults and kids with intellectual challenges. New Vista's mission is about giving people a "life" that would otherwise not be given a chance to experience the small things we take for granted every day.

It's simple to help at whatever level you can by going to our weblink and making a pledge. Your donations are always welcome, but in order to hit our goal we need them in by this Saturday evening.

Just go to our personal fundraising page at newvistanv.dojiggy.com/flyingjacksons to make your 100% tax-deductible pledge/donation.

Please excuse receiving this if you have already responded.

Our Warmest Thanks,

Michelle & Lee

It's a Holiday Crazy Horse III Party!! Tonight at The Bank!

December 4, 2011

Doors open at 10:30 pm

Crazy Horse III Holiday Party

The Bank’s legendary Sunday night soiree decks the halls for a crazy holiday party, crazy like a horse that is! The staff of Crazy Horse III is celebrating the holidays in fantastic Bank style, so bring some mistletoe and get jolly all night long with resident DJ Karma. Naughty or nice, it doesn’t matter at The Bank Sunday night!

Looking for football fun and action!! The Deuce has it all for you!

December 4, 2011

Doors open at 10:00 am

Pro Football Sundays

Are you ready for some football at The Deuce? All the best from the bar/lounge above the rest includes 9 giant TVs and one 103″ TV for your personal viewing pleasure, food and drink specials, and setting that can’t be beat. “They Score You Score” every day with $7 drinks after every touchdown and $3 shots after every field goal. Ladies join in on the action and always double down at The Deuce!

Winterize your skin and soothe your senses at Canyon Ranch SpaClub!

Canyon Ranch SpaClub at The Venetian and The Palazzo launches its special nourishing and refreshing winter services. In addition to individual treatments, package treatments together for extra indulgence and the perfect cap to a holiday getaway. Packages include an allowance to healthy dining at Canyon Ranch SpaClub restaurants and access to the exclusive Aquavana® experience.

Winter services at Canyon Ranch SpaClub include:

Winter Solstice Massage

Enjoy a deeply relaxing massage with Silent Night bath and body oil by Aromatherapy Associates, created to nourish even the driest skin. Specially chosen oils soothe and soften, while vetivert and wild chamomile leave an exotic fragrance and silky feel. Treatment is $155 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments and $165 for Friday through Monday appointments.

Winter Solstice Cocoon

This deep-moisturizing body wrap begins with a full body-gommage exfoliation to stimulate and revive dry, dull-looking skin. Next, thirsty skin is replenished with a rich body cream fragranced with oils of lemon and mint. After the wrap, we apply an active anti-aging lotion that works wonders. Treatment is $175 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments and $185 for Friday through Monday appointments.

Holiday Radiance Facial

Using the best of the Fleurs, June Jacobs and Environ Skincare lines, this facial is designed to invite the skin to the holiday season and bring a dewy radiance back to the face. This treatment includes cleansing, enzyme exfoliation, steam, toning, and a facial masque for all skin types as well as golden mineral powder to subtly reveal an inner glow. Treatment is $160 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments and $170 for Friday through Monday appointments.

Ice Cream Pedicure

Canyon Ranch SpaClub offers a featured “sundae for the feet” with its Ice Cream Pedicure.

This special pedicure begins with a moisturizing footbath containing a scoop of Ice Cream. Next, the feet are cleansed and exfoliated with an enchanting scoop of Sherbet, followed by a delightful Foot Mask. Finally, after a generous dollop of moisturizing Body Icing, pick the polish, sit back, relax and walk out gorgeous.

The Ice Cream Pedicure flavor for November is Peach Cobbler and the December flavor is Pomegranate Granita. Ice Cream Pedicures are $95 for Monday through Friday appointments and $100 for Saturday and Sunday appointments. Flavors may change without notice.

Package multiple treatments together for the ultimate SpaClub experience:

- Winter Solstice Massage; Holiday Radiance Facial; $10 meal credit - $265 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $305 for Friday through Monday appointments

- Winter Solstice Massage; Winter Solstice Cocoon; $10 meal credit - $280 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $320 for Friday through Monday appointments

- Winter Solstice Cocoon; Holiday Radiance Facial; $10 meal credit - $285 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $325 for Friday through Monday appointments

- Winter Solstice Massage; Ice Cream Pedicure; $10 meal credit - $200 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $240 for Friday through Monday appointments

- Holiday Radiance; Ice Cream Pedicure; $10 meal credit - $205 for Tuesday through Thursday appointments, $240 for Friday through Monday appointments

Winter services and packages are available now through December 31, 2011 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nevada residents receive a 10 percent discount on any Canyon Ranch SpaClub service.

Canyon Ranch SpaClub may be accessed from the fourth floor of The Venetian Resort and the third floor of The Palazzo Resort. Parking is a breeze in The Palazzo underground parking garage, just off of Spring Mountain Road and Las Vegas Boulevard.

For further information and to book an appointment, call 702.414.3600 or 877.220.2688. For a complete Guide to Services, visit www.canyonranch.com.

About Canyon Ranch

Canyon Ranch pioneered the evolution of the wellness lifestyle and has been an industry leader for over 30 years. Operating the world’s most celebrated collection of life-enhancement properties, Canyon Ranch has destination health resorts in Tucson, Ariz., and Lenox Mass., and Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa in Miami Beach, the nation’s first luxury wellness hotel and residential community. Canyon Ranch also operates SpaClub facilities at The Venetian & The Palazzo in Las Vegas, Nev. and Canyon Ranch SpaClub at Sea onboard Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, as well as Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 luxury ocean liner. Canyon Ranch has been named the “Healthiest Spa in America” by Health magazine as well as the “Best Spa for Food” by Gourmet magazine. In addition, Canyon Ranch is the only 11-time recipient of the Condé Nast Traveler Best Destination Spa Award and was recently recognized by readers of Travel + Leisure to hold three of the top 10 spots in the magazine’s World’s Best Awards 2010 for Destination Spas.

Good Grades in School?? GO BOWLING for FREE!

Boyd Gaming’s Gold Coast, Sam’s Town and Suncoast properties are now rewarding area students for top grades with free games of bowling.

Under the new “Making the Grade” program, local elementary, middle and high school students will receive two free game passes for every A earned during the most recent grading period, and one free game for every B. To redeem the offer, students must bring their latest report card to one of the participating bowling centers and register for membership in Kidz Klub, a free bowling rewards program.

“Boyd Gaming has long been committed to supporting education in our community. This program is our way of congratulating students for a job well done in the classroom, and supporting the efforts our teachers,” said Steve Thompson, Senior Vice President of Operations for Boyd Gaming’s Nevada region.

Free games can be used whenever lanes are available Monday through Friday between 2 and 5 p.m., with a limit of one free game daily. Passes expire six months after issuance. Shoe rental is $1.00, and additional games can be purchased for $1.00. A parent or guardian is required for children 12 years old and under.

About Boyd Gaming

Headquartered in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming is a leading diversified owner and operator of 17 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.

Ring Girl Chandella Powell hosts Pear After Fight Party at Playboy Club!

Interesting, noteworthy gifts from The Titanic at the Luxor!

This year, give the nice, not the naughty, coal in their stocking. This April marks 100 years since the sinking of the Titanic, what better way to honor her legacy then with a historic gift from Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition. Perfect for those captivated by the infamous story, the Authentic Coal Keepsakes and Filigree Necklace are ideal for any history enthusiasts.

Authentic Coal Keepsakes

If looking for a true collector’s item, the authentic coal brought up from the actual wreck, is the perfect choice and starts at just $19.99. These small yet precious pieces were part of the 5,892 tons of coal loaded onboard Titanic when it left England almost a century ago and are the only artifacts salvaged from the Ship of Dreams that can be sold to the public.

Did You Know?

One hundred fifty-nine furnaces burned almost 700 tons of coal each day to drive the Ship’s three massive propellers. This extraordinary fuel source made the Titanic capable of 23 knots, which was a slightly slower speed for ships of the time but the engineering design provided Titanic with far more spacious, comfortable and luxurious accommodations.

Filigree Necklace

If gems and diamonds are more appealing, ladies can feel like one of Titanic’s first-class passengers who brought their finest jewels to wear in the evening while at sea.  Walk away from The Exhibition with a stunning replica of the recovered 15 inch filigree necklace hand constructed of platinum set with small diamonds.  Once at the bottom of the ocean, this striking necklace was brought up from the wreck and is now on display at The Exhibition at Luxor for guest to gaze upon its immaculate beauty.  Clearly as beautiful as the famous “Heart of the Ocean” necklace made famous in the James Cameron film, this piece of jewelry can be purchased for only $20.

Did You Know?

Some checked their valuables with Titanic’s Chief Purser, Herbert McElroy, for safekeeping during the voyage. Other passengers carried their valuables in money belts or hid them in old doctor’s bags and steamer trunks. One wealthy couple was rumored to have traveled in Third Class so as to better hide the diamonds in their luggage.

From art and apparel to books and collectibles, the perfect gift for every history buff is now available at the Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition retail shop inside Luxor Hotel and Casino or online at TheTitanicStore.com.  Come view the artifacts and take home a small keepsake for you or a friend this holiday season.

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition at Luxor provides  visitors with the opportunity to become a passenger and feel the excitement of that April day as they move through expanded Exhibition galleries; view more than 20 never-before-seen authentic artifacts including gaming chips, passenger personal papers and decorative sections from Titanic’s famed Grand Staircase; and  experience  the Ship’s historical journey in chronological order: from the construction yards, to her maiden voyage, first and third class room re-creations, the Promenade Deck, the Grand Staircase, the fated sinking, to modern day recovery efforts. http://www.luxor.com/entertainment/titanic.aspx

Lynyrd Skynrd BBQ and Beer welcomes NFR! Special "Eat N Greet" Event

One of the most iconic rock bands in American history will bring Texas-style barbecue and entertainment to Excalibur Hotel & Casino with the ten day grand opening celebration of Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer on Thursday, Dec. 1.

“With Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer, we created the kind of place we would want to hang out at,” said Johnny Van Zant of Lynyrd Skynyrd. “This is the perfect spot for rock and barbecue fans to kick back, listen to some great music and have a good time in Vegas.”

The grand opening celebration will kick-off the first day of National Finals Rodeo on Thursday, Dec. 1, and extend through Saturday, Dec. 10. The packed lineup of live music and appearances includes the Official American Country Awards After Party complete with an informal jam session by some of the industry’s top performers and the Jack Daniel’s “Eat ‘N’ Greet” luncheon followed by a special benefit concert later that evening, both hosted by Lynyrd Skynyrd.

The full lineup includes:

·         Thursday, Dec. 1 at 10 p.m. – Ryan Whyte Maloney Band

·         Friday, Dec. 2 at 10 p.m. – Southern Rockers

·         Saturday, Dec. 3 at 10 p.m. – Colt Ford

·         Sunday, Dec. 4 at 10 p.m. – DJ Silver

·         Monday, Dec. 5 at 9 p.m. – Official American Country Awards After Party

·         Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 10 p.m. – Felice Garcia

·         Wednesday, Dec. 7 at 9 p.m. – Lynette Skynyrd (all-girl Lynyrd Skynyrd cover band)

·         Thursday, Dec. 8 at 12:30 p.m. – Lynyrd Skynyrd “Eat ‘N’ Greet” luncheon with Jack Daniel’s Master DistillerJeff Arnett

·         Thursday, Dec. 8 at 9 p.m. – Lynyrd Skynyrd Benefit Concert

·         Friday, Dec. 9 at 10 p.m. – Felice Garcia

·         Saturday, Dec. 10 at 10 p.m. – Felice Garcia

The “Eat ‘N’ Greet” luncheon will feature an incredible opportunity for fans to enjoy an intimate meal with the band members of Lynyrd Skynyrd along with an interactive presentation by Jeff Arnett, the 7th master distiller in Jack Daniel’s 142-year history. The evening concert will offer Lynyrd Skynyrd fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be one of just a few hundred people to see the iconic band perform in their first dining venue.

Tickets for the grand opening concert are priced starting at $300 per person. Tickets for the “Eat ‘N’ Greet” and concert package are available for $750 per person. This package also will include an array of signature grand opening items including a limited edition single-barrel bottle of Jack Daniel’s topped with a commemorative bronze bottle-necker autographed by Arnett and the band members of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Tickets for this 21+ concert are available at the Excalibur Box Office by calling 702.597.7477. A portion of proceeds from both events will be donated to the Lynyrd Skynyrd Foundation, Epicurean Charitable Foundation of Las Vegas and Nevada Children’s Medical Center.

Developed in partnership with Lynyrd Skynyrd and Drive This! Entertainment, a Las Vegas-based hospitality company that owns and operates RHUMBAR at The Mirage, Tacos & Tequila at Luxor Hotel and Casino and Casa Fuente in the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer will serve fare from Kreuz Market in Lockhart, Tex. A tour of barbecue joints throughout the nation led them to the 111-year-old Texas institution, where the barbecue has been refined to perfection by the Schmidt family. Kreuz Market has been widely recognized as one of the top barbecue restaurants in the country, with top honors for their brisket and sausage by the Food Network and Travel Channel, and a rating as Zagat’s number two barbecue spot in the nation.

The band’s famed “Hell House” is the inspiration behind the atmosphere, and band members Van Zant, Gary Rossington and Rickey Medlocke have consulted with the culinary team to highlight some of their barbecue favorites.

Designed to capture the spirit of the band’s “Hell House,” the walls are made of authentic 150-year old barnyard wood, with concrete floors and aged brick completing the downhome feel of the space. The tables are made from floors of historic grain barns and the surface marks are hoof marks from many generations of animals. The tabletops are made of rough-faced old growth Doug fir from pre-World War II era from historic sites including a 1927 Brentwood house and a Los Angeles church. The staff is part of the action – hot bartenders and servers will be swinging, singing and jumping atop the bars and stage throughout the night - leading riotous sing-alongs to classic rock songs and Lynyrd Skynyrd favorites.

More information is available on the Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer web site at LynyrdSkynyrdLV.com, on Twitter at www.twitter.com/LynyrdSkynyrdLV, or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LynyrdSkynyrdBBQ.

About Drive This Entertainment

In 2006, Michael Frey teamed up with Craig Gilbert to launch the food, beverage and entertainment company, Drive This! Entertainment (www.drivethisentertainment.com). Their first venture, Tacos & Tequila (www.tacosandtequilalv.com) at Luxor Hotel and Casino, opened in October 2008. The dynamic Mexican restaurant, open for lunch and dinner daily, as well as for a mariachi brunch every Saturday and Sunday, offers an array of margaritas and authentic Mexican fare with a contemporary twist. RHUMBAR (www.rhumbarlv.com), a Caribbean-inspired cocktail lounge and patio at The Mirage, is framed by striking views of the Las Vegas Strip. Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer, the company’s third venture, opens in December 2011. American Burger Works (ABX) also opens in December 2011 adjacent to Lynyrd Skynyrd BBQ & Beer. The classic all-American burger joint features the very best of “the basics,” served with an array of deliciously-distinctive dipping sauces.

About Excalibur Hotel & Casino

A myriad of entertainment, fine food and comfortable accommodations make for an inviting atmosphere within contemporary castle walls at Excalibur.  The resort offers 3,981 guest rooms, including 2,000 remodeled Widescreen Rooms, enjoyable dining experiences including Dick’s Last Resort and The Steakhouse at Camelot, the Tournament of Kings Dinner Show, the all-male revue Thunder From Down Under and the sounds of The Australian Bee Gees Show.  Excalibur also offers dozens of shops, an expansive pool complex, a wedding chapel featuring Medieval costume ceremonies, the Royal Treatment Spa & Fitness Center and a convention area with more than 12,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space.  Excalibur is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International™ (NYSE: MGM).  For more information and reservations, visit www.excalibur.com or call toll free at  (800) 937-7777 or find us on Facebook and Twitter.

Winter in Venice welcome Karina Smirnoff..meet and greet!

The Venetian and The Palazzo continue the holiday spirit as season 13 winner of “Dancing with the Stars” Karina Smirnoff makes a stop at the resorts’ first-ever Winter in Venice this Saturday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. Smirnoff will grace the Winter in Venice white carpet, take festive photos and mingle with fans amidst the strolling holiday characters and ice skating rink.

The majestic ice skating rink is just one of the many ways guests can experience Winter in Venice at The Venetian and The Palazzo this holiday season, taking place now through Jan. 8.  Winter in Venice is the first true celebration of the winter season on the Las Vegas Strip, with 49 days of holiday festivities throughout both resorts, including strolling carolers, candy cane stilt walkers, puppets, jugglers, magicians, the Nightly Spectacular holiday show and an awe-inspiring 65-foot LED holiday tree.

Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011

Winter in Venice at The Venetian Las Vegas

 Doge’s Palace, adjacent to the outdoor gondolas

 3355 Las Vegas Boulevard South

 Las Vegas, NV 89109

www.venetian.com/

Painters and Poets Jam at First Friday! At Bar Bistro..

Born and Raised Productions is proud to present  Painters and Poets Jam -- FIRST FRIDAY EDITION

Public Event · By Born and Raised Productions

7:00pm until 10:00pm

The Painters and Poets Jam, an open mic fusion of Art, Music, and Spoken Word as regularly seen every Saturday at the Bar+Bistro @ the Arts Factory, and on First Fridays during Culture Weekend in the 18b.

The First Friday Edition of Painters and Poets Jam is part of an amazing series of days including Thursday's Slam Qualifiers, Saturday's Talky Trees, Sunday's Kidz Creative Korner, and Monday's HumanExperience. IT ALL CULMINATES with ALL-STARS OF SLAM celebrating the Las Vegas Poetry Organization at the Ovation Room at Green Valley Ranch:

https://www.facebook.com/events/254881227901956/

Tickets to the All-Stars of Slam:http://www.greenvalleyranchresort.com/entertainment/concerts.php

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COME TO THE PAINTERS AND POETS JAM on FIRST FRIDAY

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Come see some of the best Visual Artists in Las Vegas jam with Spoken Word Artists from all over Las Vegas to the music of INTERZONE. This event is open mic, so YOU TOO can jam with INTERZONE.

And best of all, the Painters and Poets Jam is FREE!

POETS hosted by: BORN AND RAISED PRODUCTIONS with Mundana Ess-Haghabadi and Erik Amblad

Bar+Bistro @ The Arts Factory

107 E. Charleston Blvd. #155, Las Vegas, NV 89104

The Bunkhouse says..."Jokes on you!" First Friday Comedy Show Edition

Jokes On You" Comedy Show First Friday Edition!!!

7:00pm until 9:30pm

Come on down and help me kick off the 1st of many shows to come!! We have food & drink specials, drinking contest with prizes, & FREE shots!!! The hilarious group of guys performing are: The Balloon Master, Donyea Foster, Pete Fronio, David Lofgren, & Jason Harris!!! Hosted by Angie Krum!! FREE music afterwards @ 10!! 21 & up, $5.00 cover!! Gonna be an fun filled hilarious night!!

The Bunkhouse Saloon - The BH

124 S. 11th Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Old School Wednesday at LAVO...with DAS EFX..they got the party going!

Das EFX headlined Old School Wednesday at LAVO.  The hip hop duo of Skoob and Dray took to the stage in front of the packed dance floor and wasted no time getting the crowd involved, letting some club goers sing into the mic and even bumming a cigarette off a guest.  The fun and energetic group delivered an exciting performance.

Taking in the scene was NASCAR star Jeff Gordon, who had a VIP table next to the stage with friends.  The group was all smiles as they listened to the hip hop being played and loved getting their own Rocky presentation delivering a magnum of Champagne.  Gordon kept the party going, having shots passed out to nearby tables, making sure everyone had a great time.

Earlier in the evening Dale Earnhardt Jr. dined at LAVO with a large group of friends and family.  The race car driver and friends enjoyed dishes including Caesar Salad, Minestrone soup, Penne Alla Vodka and more.

Photo credit: Tony Tran