What To Do In Vegas? Attractions & Shows At Several Resorts!

Shark Reef 

Las Vegas is known as the “Entertainment Capital Of The World” thanks to the people who have made it their life’s work to entertain. Here’s a look at a few of these ambassadors of fun who leave a lasting impression on the city’s more than 41 million visitors each year. 

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay gives guests the opportunity to get up close and personal with its Animal Encounters Program and one of the experts behind this thrilling experience is General Curator Jack Jewell. Jewell uses his passion and knowledge of the ocean’s inhabitants to educate visitors while throwing in a few once-in-a-lifetime activities along the way. Visitors can choose to personally feed one of the Aquarium’s resident stingrays, sea turtles or zebra sharks. www.sharkreef.com/

 

Michael Jackson ONE  

KÀ

No night is complete without an awe-inspiring show put on by artists from around the world who showcase their craft on the stages of Las Vegas. Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil at Mandalay Bay incorporates the talents and colorful energy of 63 performers who take the audience on a musical journey honoring one of the greatest entertainers of all time through the use of aerial performances, acrobatics and unparalleled dance moves. Another multi-sensory experience can be found at KÀ inside MGM Grand where an international cast of 80 performers combines acrobatics, aerial stunts and martial arts on the 360-degree rotating stage as they take guests on a heroic journey culminating with a breathtaking battle scene. www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/michael-jackson-one/default.aspx

Hecho en Vegas at MGM Grand serves up authentic Sonoran cuisine and the man behind this spicy venue is Executive Chef Reed Osterholt. Chef Reed began his culinary career as a young teenager and turned his passion into a success story by developing the menu and overseeing the daily kitchen operations for the new cantina-style restaurant. Serving up the best in Mexican flare, Hecho’s menu includes hand-made tamales, the 702 Salsa (a spicy blend of fresh tomatoes and spices served with house-made tortilla chips) and chicken, carne asada, pork carnitas and shredded beef Chimichangas. www.mgmgrand.com/restaurants/

Shark Reef Photo Credit - Darrin Bush Las Vegas News Bureau

KÀ Photo Credit: Eric Jamison

Laze Around The Deck At Aliante Casino + Hotel + Spa

The Deck at Aliante Casino + Hotel + Spa will become a hot spot for guests and locals alike this summer with drink specials, luxury cabanas and monthly Poolside Jazz Under the Stars concerts. The Deck will officially open for the season on Monday, March 23, with the jazz series launching on Thursday, April 30.

The Deck features a luxurious resort-style saltwater pool and hot tub flanked by palms trees and an assortment of daybeds and private cabanas. Specialty drinks will be featured during the summer priced at $9 each. Classic cocktails, frozen drinks, beer and wine will also be available along with a poolside dining menu featuring salads, sandwiches and other small bites priced from $5 to $14. Guests may ‘make it a large’ by adding an additional shot to any cocktail for $4 or enjoy a 58-ounce pitcher for $30.

Locals’ favorite Poolside Jazz Under the Stars will take the stage as day turns into night with monthly concerts beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets will be priced at $15 per person with a lineup including:

·         Thursday, April 30: Brian Simpson

·         Thursday, May 28: Patrick Lamb

·         Thursday, June 25: Alex Bugnon

·         Thursday, July 30: Lao Tizer with Chieli Minucci

·         Thursday, Aug. 27: Vincent Ingala

·         Thursday, Sept. 24: Marcus Anderson

The Deck will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. from March 23 through May 24 and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. through the remainder of the season. The pool is free for hotel guests and day-passes are available to locals for $10 on weekdays and $20 on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Non-guests will have their admission waived with purchase of a daybed or cabana, or a 50-minute minimum treatment at re:lax spa. Active military and veterans with valid ID, along with Sun City residents, will receive a 10 percent discount for day-passes. More information on cabana reservations may be found at www.aliantegaming.com or by calling 702-692-7777. 

#Followme Friday Tonight At The Bank W/Miles Medina

#Followme Friday with Special guest DJs Romeo and Miles Medina

Friday, March 27 @ 10:30 pm - 4:00 am

Get ready for another killer installment of our weekly #FollowMeFridays! This week, we have special guest DJs Romeo and Miles Medina. With a fresh sound coming straight from out of the San Francisco Bay, these guys will keep the energy flowing until the a.m.!

THE BANK NIGHTCLUB

3600 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109

(702) 693-8300

Memorable Wedding Venues In Vegas!

The Bellagio Terrazza di Sogno

Spring is the season of new beginnings, and of course, love. What better time to start the journey toward marriage? While some parts of the country are still thawing out from winter, Las Vegas’ clear blue skies offer a beautiful backdrop for outdoor weddings.

For the bride who envisions feeling like a princess on her special day, Terrazza di Sogno, or The Terrace of Dreams, at Bellagio fulfills that wish. With the stunning Fountains of Bellagio in the background and a secluded terrazza surrounded by spring Tuscan flora, couples can celebrate their nuptials at one of the world’s most romantic locations while the famed Fountains spring to life at the moment of their first kiss. www.bellagio.com/

The Signature Pool at MGM Grand makes for an intimate yet sophisticated location for a lavish affair. Surrounded by landscaped greenery, the elegant setting is ideal for a private ceremony or reception, only a few steps from the energetic Las Vegas Strip. A deluxe photography package is included and specialized floral provide the added touch every wedding party deserves. www.mgmgrand.com/

Mandalay Bay Beach

A surprising oasis in the middle of the desert, Mandalay Bay Beach provides the opportunity for a beautiful beachside wedding. Lovers celebrate with a romantic ceremony at the lagoon while taking in the amazing sights of a Vegas sunset. Following the nuptials, the wedding party can enjoy a tropical reception among the gentle beach waves and soft sand. www.mandalaybay.com/

Couples can recite their vows and say “I do” in front of the iconic Volcano at The Mirage during the evening with the fiery, erupting volcano as a backdrop, or go with a more serene setting in the daytime with a cascading waterfall and tropical lagoons. www.mirage.com/

For the adventurous pair ready to ride the highs and lows of love together, The Roller Coaster at New York-New York offers couples the opportunity to recite their vows on the loading platform before being strapped into the coaster’s front seats for the adventure of a lifetime. www.nynyhotelcasino.com/#/Promo_1

The Talented Terry Fator Introduces New Character "Rusty The Robot"

Terry Fator & Rusty the Robot

He’s got TALENT! Terry Fator recently celebrated the 6^th Anniversary of his hit show “Terry Fator: The VOICE of Entertainment” by introducing a new addition to his roster of loveable puppets.   Rusty The Robot is The Mirage’s new prototype robot designed to do the jobs of all employees. While you may think he’s a big fan of heavy metal, he’s actually able to sing virtually any song in any voice! From the Tin Man and Elvis to Bruno Mars and Garth Brooks, he has a voice to be reckoned with and an intellect second to none.

If you have not seen the Terry Fator show then be sure and put it on the list of “things to do” while in Vegas. He keeps the show relevant with sly funny jokes that poke fun of our recent slate of “celebrities.” His champagne joke that uses a heavily searched internet picture of Kim Kardashian is hilarious! Fator’s humor is sharp and at time will make you go “OH NO” as you are laughing at the audaciousness of his comments.  The mainstay of his show continues to be crowd favorite Winston the Impersonating Turtle who propelled Fator to his win on the hit show “America’s Got Talent.” Winston decides to branch out and try his luck in Hollywood and soon has a full slate of “B” movies coming out which will have you laughing uproariously at their takes on hit movies such as “Turtle Recall.” Does Winston return to the stage in Vegas? See the show and find out! Another favorite is Vikki the Cougar, this aging tempting temptress has gone Hollywood and has the chest to show for it. She is always on the prowl for young men and can be tempted by RICH men. Vikki you are a true cougar.    

Not only is his show funny Fator donates portions of his merchandise sales to charity Wounded Warriors. Which makes him that much more endearing; and Vegas has taken him to heart as one of our own. He recently made headlines regarding the impending status of is 2^nd marriage and there was a slight chill in the air as his soon to be ex-wife Taylor Makakoa took the stage. However like the radiation from the sands of Area 51 this too shall pass and Fator and his show will go on.

Since Fator is a ventriloquist it is always a treat to see him sing and perform onstage in his own voice without a puppet.  He starts the show singing his version of “Just a Gigolo” and then also adds solo performances of songs from his new CD It Starts Tonight including “Live” and “Heroes.” 

The Terry Fator show continues to be one our favorite shows on the LV Strip and with spiraling ticket prices, a wonderful value! 

Tickets for Terry Fator: The VOICE of Entertainment start at $59.99, plus applicable taxes and fees. A “Most Valuable Package” (MVP) Experience is available for $149.99 per ticket, plus applicable taxes and fees. The MVP Experience includes premium seating, an autographed photo, a souvenir show program and a complimentary drink.  PLUS there are special discounts for Military personnel.

Tickets can be purchased at the Terry Fator Theatre box office, by phone at 702-792-7777 or

800-963-9634 or online at mirage.com. For more information, visit terryfator.com.

More Miley Cyrus In Vegas At OMNIA Nightclub

On Saturday, March 21, Las Vegas’ newest nightlife destination OMNIA Nightclub at Caesars Palace welcomed international superstar Miley Cyrus as she hosted an unforgettable evening inside the venue’s exclusive ultra-lounge, Heart of OMNIA. Hot off the heels of an unrivaled opening weekend, the nightspot continued the excitement as thousands of patrons gathered to see the pop sensation as she enjoyed a night out in true Vegas fashion.

Arriving to the nightclub around 1 a.m. the starlet wowed photographers and fans on the red carpet. Making her way into the exclusive ultra-lounge, fans and partygoers alike shouted her name. Joined by a number of close friends, the “Wrecking Ball” singer appeared to be in good spirits as she fully enjoyed her time at the premier hot spot.

Photo credit Denise Truscello of WireImage.

Dine Out For A Good Cause At Sammy's Woodfired Pizza/Grill & Table 89

The new Table 89, located at 7160 North Durango Dr. in Centennial Hills, and all Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill locations throughout the Las Vegas Valley will donate a percent of dinner proceeds to Metro WOW! on Monday, March 30.

Table 89 and Sammy’s will each donate 20 percent of proceeds accumulated from 5 to 9 p.m. on March 30 to Metro WOW!. The non-profit organization was started in 2013 as an inter-departmental group within the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The WOW! Team provides education, training, ideas and opportunities to all department members on how to recognize and appreciate fellow employees. The group also promotes volunteerism within the department to better connect with the community.

Table 89 is the newest concept by award-winning restaurateur, Sami Ladeki, who operates 15 Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill locations throughout Las Vegas and Southern California.

ABOUT TABLE 89

Table 89 serves a wide selection of new small plates, soups, sandwiches, entrees, salads, pizzas, pastas and desserts. Like all of Sami Ladeki’s restaurants, Table 89 uses local, organic and nutritionally-balanced ingredients to create globally-inspired cuisine. After ordering and paying at the counter, guests may either take their food to-go or take a number and dine at the restaurant. Table 89 is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. More information may be found at www.table89lv.com, by calling 702.365.7777 or following on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @Table_89.

ABOUT SAMMY’S WOODFIRED PIZZA & GRILL

Sammy's Woodfired Pizza & Grill opened its doors in 1989, in La Jolla, Calif. Since then, 15 locations have opened throughout California and Nevada. A contemporary dining experience, Sammy's is known for its award-winning pizzas (original and new artisan thin crust), pastas, salads and the giant Messy Sundae®. A wide selection of tapas, soups, sandwiches and entrees are also available. The menu highlights dishes that are oak roasted in Sammy's famous woodfired oven. Sammy's cuisine is created using local, organic and nutritionally balanced ingredients wherever possible, and all cuisine is prepared without butter or artificial trans-fat. Look for vegetarian and extensive gluten free options throughout the menu.

For more information, visit www.SammysPizza.com. Be sure to follow Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill and on Twitter and Instagram @SammysWPizza, and become a fan at www.Facebook.com/SammysWoddfiredPizza.

Dallas Cowboy Star Athlete Enjoys Vegas! Where??

American sports analyst and former Dallas Cowboys star Michael Irvin partied at award-winning gentlemen’s club Crazy Horse III www.crazyhorse3.com in Las Vegas late Monday night. Irvin sat at a VIP table, greeted fans, enjoyed selections from the club’s late-night menu and partied alongside the venue’s stunning entertainers.

Also spotted recently at Crazy Horse III was global entrepreneur and perennial party girl, Paris Hilton. Hilton was in town celebrating a friend’s bachelorette party, and she brought the group to the popular Las Vegas after-hours spot for 50 Bleu cocktails.

Voted “Best Gentlemen’s Club” in the 2014 Best of Las Vegas awards and named "Best Club of the West" at the 2012 Exotic Dancer Awards, Crazy Horse III features hundreds of gorgeous female entertainers, three tantalizing stages, a main room framing an enormous dance platform and opulent VIP rooms. The venue's popular event lineup includes sports viewing parties, gorgeous guest hosts and industry events such as NEON FLOW: a monthly DJ party series transforming Crazy Horse III into an over-the-top nightlife experience.. Guests may take advantage of the mega-club’s complimentary transportation, pending availability, by calling 702-673-1700. To learn more about Crazy Horse III, visit www.crazyhorse3.com, follow Crazy Horse III on Twitter and Instagram@CrazyHorse3LV and become a fan on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CrazyHorse3LV. The 40,000-square-foot+ venue is located minutes away from the Las Vegas Strip, just a few blocks west of I-15 on Russell Rd.

Photo Credit: Jenna Dosch

New Fun Idea! "Ladies Last Meal" Now Available At La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway

Warm Salt Roasted Beets 

La Cave Wine & Food Hideaway at Wynn Las Vegas has introduced new ‘Ladies’ Last Meal’ prix fixe menus designed especially for women celebrating bachelorette parties this season.

Executive Chef Billy DeMarco has created two separate prix fixe menus priced at $49 per person and $59 per person, respectively. La Cave also offers an extensive wine list, beers and signature cocktails to pair with the meal.

The $49 menu begins with a tomato mozzarella flatbread topped with micro mozzarella and capers, followed by a baby kale salad mixed with shaved apple, goat cheese and almond vinaigrette. Ladies will then be offered warm salt-roasted beets with whipped goat cheese and pistachios in addition to tiger prawns served with long beans, baby corn and chili vinaigrette. The meal concludes with a trio of ice cream and sorbet made with seasonal selections.

The $59 bachelorette menu begins with a chicken flatbread topped with Thai basil, sweet and sour chili and garlic aioli. The second course features a baby kale salad made with shaved apple, goat cheese and almond vinaigrette, followed by a Thai snapper ceviche with Asian pear and habanero.  The main entrée course offers a beef filet crostini made with blue cheese, truffle cream and port reduction. Ending on a sweet note, the final course includes a trio of ice cream and sorbet made with seasonal selections.

Reservations for the ‘Ladies’ Last Meal’ specials may be made by calling 702.770.7375.

La Cage Photo Barbara Kraft

Your Invited! William Carr Gallery Opening

Boyd Gaming To Celebrate Earth Hour On March 28th!

Reflecting the Company’s commitment to sustainable business practices, Boyd Gaming Corporation will shut down exterior lighting at its Las Vegas Locals properties for Earth Hour 2015.

For the duration of Earth Hour, non-essential exterior building and marquee lighting will be turned off at The Orleans, Sam’s Town, Suncoast and Gold Coast.  The video screen on each marquee will display the Earth Hour logo during that period.

Saturday, March 28 from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Open Discussion On Caesar Chavez The Man & The Movement

Who was Cesar Chavez? What was his message? Why did he commit to creating his movement? What is his legacy? Does he still matter today?

These are some of the questions they will examine on Thursday, March 26th at Rancho High School (room 801) at 5:30pm.

We hope you will be able to join this group for this fascinating examination into the life of a man who has and continues to inspire millions, and whose movement facilitated great change in America.

Join the Rancho High School History Club, The Rancho Hispanic Student Union, Phi Beta Sigma, and the College of Southern Nevada's Hispanic Student Union as they bring together a panel to discuss and debate the life, the work, and the legacy of Cesar Chavez.

EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Panelists:

Astrid Silva

(Civil Rights Activist and Community Organizer)

Isaac Barron

(NLV City Councilman, Ward 1)

Reuben D'Silva

(RHS Social Studies Dept)

Veronica Alcantara

(RHS History Club)

Rancho High School (room 801)

1900 E Searles Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

(702) 799-7000