Legendary Member Of The Four Tops Stops By For Show Human Nature!

Duke Fakir, the only surviving original member of the legendary Motown act, the Four Tops, and Mary Wilson, founding member of The Supremes, attended Smokey Robinson Presents Human Nature: The Motown Show last night, Thursday, May 30 at The Venetian Las Vegas. Wilson joined the Australian quartet on stage for soulful renditions of The Supremes’ hits, “Stop In The Name Of Love” and “You Can’t Hurry Love.” In the attached photo, Fakir poses with Human Nature’s Michael Tierney, Andrew Tierney, Phil Burton and Toby Allen.

Juicy J At TAO! Awesome Performance!

Juicy J headlined the night at TAO's Worship Thursdays. Best known for his success with hip hop group Three 6 Mafia, Juicy J took over a VIP table next to the DJ booth with friends. Soon afterward he hit the stage and treated party-goers to "Show Out" as well as smash hit "Bandz a Make Her Dance." Fans sang along to the club anthems as confetti rained on the dance floor and camera flashes illuminated the space. After his performance, Juicy J returned to his table and enjoyed the club scene as DJ Five kept the party going the rest of the night.

Photo Credit: Al Powers, Powers Imagery

Rí Rá Las Vegas Offers & Music Schedule! 40% Off Lunch & Dinner For Vegas Locals!

Locals Lunch and Dinner Special

Rí Rá Las Vegas continues to offer locals 40 percent off lunch and dinner food items every Friday throughout June. Guests must present a valid Nevada ID to receive the discount. This special cannot be combined with other offers.

June Food and Drink Specials

Rí Rá celebrates summer with the Shandy beer cocktail ($5.50), a mix of Irish lemonade and beer. Guests can enjoy two variations of this summertime drink – Smithwicks and Red Lemonade or Harp and White Lemonade.

In June, the pub features one of the most popular delicacies in Ireland, Steamed Mussels ($13.95), served with a choice of Guinness with bacon and cream, whiskey garlic butter or citrus curry sauce and a side of fresh-baked crostini. The entrée includes choice of a side garden salad or side Caesar salad.

Rí Rá Las Vegas Nightly Entertainment

Guests can enjoy live, authentic Irish music nightly during dinner and evening hours with many of the bands coming directly from Ireland.

John Windsor

June 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 8:45 p.m.

A permanent entertainment fixture in Irish pubs throughout Las Vegas for more than a decade, John Windsor is a multi-talented performer who uses a signature personal touch to put a smile on the faces of his audience. Windsor provides nonstop entertainment throughout his sets by blending guitar, harmonica and amazing vocals into one spectacular performance.

Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones

June 4, 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13 & 16 at 8:45 p.m.

June 7, 8, 14 & 15 at 9 p.m.

Following his success as the founding member of the legendary Wolfe Tones, Derek Warfield assembled some of the finest young talents on the Irish music scene to create Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones. The group presents a fresh and invigorating approach to Ireland’s music tradition. In 2010, the group performed more than 180 concerts across six different countries and was nominated as Ireland’s best folk group.

The Irish Brigade

June 18, 19, 20 & 23 at 8:45 p.m.

June 21 & 22 at 9 p.m.

Originally founded in 1974 by musician Mike Wallace, The Irish Brigade also features the musical prowess of Joe Smith (vocals / fiddle / guitar / bass). The group has been instrumental in introducing many new Irish performers to American audiences. Wallace and Smith have been playing together since 2007.

Mulligan

June 25, 26, 27 & 30 at 8:45 p.m.

June 28 & 29 at 9 p.m.

Joined onstage by multi-talented folk singer, songwriter and musician Stephen Leeson, Mulligan features accomplished tenor banjo and mandolin player Christy McLoughlin who is also the original founder of the Irish ballad group. Leeson and McLoughlin crossed paths when he was playing solo and she was performing with the band “Shenanigans.” They played their first gig together in a popular hotel in Dublin and have been entertaining audiences all over the world ever since.

About Rí Rá Las Vegas

Crafted in the warm pub style of 19th century Ireland, Rí Rá Las Vegas is located inside The Shoppes at Mandalay Place.  The authentic Irish pub features a multitude of artifacts that were carefully restored in Wicklow, Ireland and shipped to their new home in Las Vegas.  Rí Rá Las Vegas contains an authentic Victorian Shop bar that began its life in Ireland in the 1880s, a whiskey bar adorned with an original glazed jewelry cabinet from 1900, an oak floor from a whiskey distillery and an 8-foot-tall, 500-pound carved plaster statue of St. Patrick dating back to 1850.  The pub hosts live entertainment seven nights a week in a music room constructed with artifacts dating back to 1890 from the Olympia Theater in Dublin, Ireland. Born and raised in Dublin, Rí Rá Las Vegas owners David Kelly and Ciaran Sheehan have been close friends since they were 14-years-old. Kelly and Sheehan later partnered with Jay Luther, whom Kelly met while working for Guinness. Rí Rá Las Vegas is one of 12 pubs the trio has opened in the U.S.

Follow Rí Rá Las Vegas on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news and updates.

Some Tips For Avoiding The Long Lines & Frustration At Wet 'n' Wild Las Vegas!

The highly anticipated Wet ‘n’ Wild Las Vegas opened Memorial Day weekend for Gold Pass holders and continues to operate for Season Pass and Gold Pass holders through June 2.  The park reached capacity on Grand Opening Day, but continued to operate without reaching capacity the remainder of Grand Opening Weekend and throughout the first week.  As expected with most new water park openings and particularly in Las Vegas which has been without such a park for so long, visitation is expected to be higher than normal during the first few weeks of operation than typical summer operating days. 

Wet ‘n’ Wild Las Vegas offers the following tips and answers to frequently asked questions for guests who want to visit the park during this time.

1.      Visit Wet ‘n’ Wild Las Vegas during the week.

Monday – Thursday attendance tends to be lower than the weekend and is a great way to experience all the thrills and chills of Wet ‘n’ Wild Las Vegas. Guests who can visit during the week are encouraged to do so to avoid potentially longer lines that occur on weekends.

2.      Make it an afternoon trip to Wet ‘n’ Wild Las Vegas .

The majority of guests come to Wet ‘n’ Wild when it opens and leave in the middle of the day.  Visiting the park in the afternoon and early evening allows you to skip longer lines in the morning while still providing ample time to experience your favorite slides or chill out in the Colorado Cooler lazy river. Consider hitting the snooze button one more time and come to the park a little later in the day.

3.      Parking

Wet ‘n’ Wild Las Vegas has two parking lots for guest use.  The first is located immediately in front of the park’s main gate.  The second is located a short walking distance on the north side of the park.  Both lots typically open one hour prior to the park opening.  During busier days, the front lot may become full and all vehicles will be directed to our secondary lot.   In an effort to be respectful to our neighbors, please park in water park parking lots only.

4.      Can we process our Gold Pass and Season Pass at the park?

Guest may process their passes at the front gate ticket windows during park operating hours.  During busier days, we may invite all guests to enter the park with the eTicket prior to it being processed in an effort to decrease the amount of wait time.  We ask that those guests visit our front gate ticket windows as they exit to process their passes.

5.       Can I bring my own floatation device or life jacket?

No external flotation devices are permitted inside the park.   Life jackets that have a Coast Guard approval printed on them may be used within the park.  The park provides tubes without cost for each attraction that requires a tube to participate. With the arrival of additional tubes this week, personal convenience tubes that can be used on most attractions are available to rent just inside the park’s main gates.  Life jackets also are available for guest use free of charge and are located at the entrance to Colorado Cooler (lazy river) and Red Rock Bay (wave pool).

6.      Can we bring our own chairs and shade?

The park provides lounge chairs and shade structures throughout the park.  However, guests may bring in their own chair and shade structure for use in our grass areas if they are able to be properly secured.  At times when winds may be higher than normal, park management may ask for these shade structures to be taken down until the winds subside.

7.      How do we rent a cabana?

Soon guests will be able to book cabanas online.  Currently guests may call 702-979-1600, email info@wetnwildlasvegas.com , or visit the park’s ticket windows during park operating hours to make a reservation.  Reservations are booked on a first-come, first -served bases, and cabana locations are assigned upon arrival and are also first-come, first-served.

For more information, visit www.wetnwildlasvegas.com.

The Hip Factor! Coolio At Rockhouse & In The House Angel Porrino & Gazillionaire

Coolio

Hip-hop superstar, Coolio, counted down to midnight during the New Month's Eve celebration at Rockhouse, located at Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian | The Palazzo, last night.

Surrounded by the sexy bar staff of the ultra-dive bar, Coolio and friends enjoyed a night of drinking and dancing to old-school classics, including personal hit's "1-2-3-4" and "Rollin' With My Homies." The rapper sipped on shots of Patron while meeting fans and posing for pictures.

Coolio surprised partygoers by performing his number one hit, "Gangsta's Paradise," for the packed bar. The rap legend told fans, "If you aren't here to party at Rockhouse, you must be getting old."

 

Angel & Gazillionaire

Absinthe stars, Angel Porrino and Gazillionaire, were also at Rockhouse last night. The pair signed their photos on the hot spot's celebrity wall and enjoyed drink specials.

Rockhouse, located inside Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian | The Palazzo, is open daily from 11 a.m.  on weekdays and 10 a.m. on weekends, closing late into the night. Rockhouse, Las Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar, was recently awarded “Best Small Nightclub in Las Vegas” by Nightclub & Bar. For more information visit www.therockhousebar.com, and for bottle and table reservations call 702.731.9683 or email info@rockhousebar.com.  Stay updated and follow Rockhouse on Twitter @RockhouseVegas and Facebook www.facebook.com/Rockhouselv.

 Photo Credit: Bobby Jameidar

Become Part Of The Human Ribbon! Golden Rainbow & Smith Center Today!

Volunteers needed: Golden Rainbow Forms Human Ribbon At The Smith Center

Today 9:30 am until 10:30 am

Golden Rainbow partners with The Smith Center for the Performing Arts to raise awareness for HIV/AIDS by creating a human awareness ribbon on Monday, June 3. The date marks a 27 day countdown until Golden Rainbow’s 27th annual “Ribbon of Life” spectacular on Sunday, June 30. “Ribbon of Life” is the nonprofit’s main source of revenue and one of Southern Nevada’s largest HIV/AIDS fundraisers.

*Volunteers are needed to form the human ribbon. All patrons are asked to arrive at 9:30 a.m. and wear red, in honor of HIV/AIDS awareness.*

The Smith Center

361 Symphony Park Avenue, Las Vegas, Nevada 89106

Sephora Does RIGHT For Homeless Animals! $20 Clutch Of Fabulous Make-Up!!

Special thanks to Sephora in Town Square for choosing Nevada SPCA as their charity! They are selling a $20 clutch full of cruelty-free makeup and donating the proceeds for animal rescue at Nevada SPCA.

Directions, hours of operation, and other contact information for Sephora in Town Square, Las Vegas: www.sephora.com/about/individual/individualStore.jsp?storeId=0114

Scott Weiland Concert - Some Rock Star Magic Still There!

Recently there have been a few instances of celebrities and stars coming unhinged and unglued right in front our eyes. Such was the instance of Scott Weiland with The Wildabouts "Purple at the Core" show on Saturday June 1 at The Pearl in Las Vegas at The Palms (http://www.palms.com/music-venues/pearl-theater.) We missed the opening band but went in fully hyped and excited to see and hear Scott perform. I had seen his electrifying performance on January 1^st , 1993 at Thomas & Mack when he was still with Stone Temple Pilots and the way he owned the stage and moved his body left me breathless and so enthralled with not only his talent and his singing but also with his charisma and pure sexuality.

What I saw on Saturday night was a rambling, still sexy, at times incoherent troubled rock star. The show started late and according to Scott the drummer missed his flight and had partaken of certain substances. At first I thought well maybe it is just a rough start, but the show became a tangled mess interwoven with glimpses of the rock star that Scott Weiland still can be.

After the statement of “As a person we are a person and all together we are a community” it became clear that Scott was not himself. Then came the by now infamous climbing on the PA rig and wrestling with the American flag for a good five minutes and then duct taping it to the drum stand. This might have been interesting if not for the sheer terror of me thinking “please do not let him fall.”

When he played Vaseline and Unglued there was a crowd around the stage with people reaching out to touch him. Some of the rock star magic is still there. His encore rendition of The Door’s LA Woman was electric and for a moment made me forget the former hour and a half of a roller coaster ride of a performance.

The performance left me feeling sad as I have read about his issues with substance abuse and I really, really was looking forward to seeing him perform. With that said, watching him sinuously dance on the stage, and yes Scott Weiland is still seriously rock star sexy; would I go see him again, yes. Would I be wary, yes.

Donations Needed!! Please Help Gail...She Has Helped So Many!

My name is Gail Calver. I have dedicated my life to rescuing homeless, unwanted dogs from all over the US for over 25 years. My rescue, "Snout-in-the-House", has a nice listing of my many successes. www.petfinder.com/shelters/NY740.html I love dogs and hate the future they face in kill shelters or out on the streets. Now I share their fate. After 19 years in my home, I will lose it. Bank of America is foreclosing and I must leave.

Like so many hard-working people, I fell on hard times. I became disabled after hurting my back, I have 3 slipped disks in my back and neck, need replacement surgery for both knees. I have worked every day of my life, Sometimes two jobs and now I am only 58 and find myself unemployable.

I never thought I would be in this situation and, yet, here I am. I will be homeless and never would have expected that after 25 yrs. of rescuing animals. I have 4 dogs and a blue and gold macaw that I have had for 24 yrs. Anyone who rescues or owns pets knows they are yours for life, I will not leave them and can't leave them. They are my family. I found an RV that is big enough to hold all of us without tripping over each other and I think my pups will be happy in it. I have an American Bulldog (Tugboat) an Alapaha Blueblood Bulldog (Madea) a Great Dane (Charlie) and (Chopper) a mixed breed and they are all rescues that I fell in love with and adopted personally. And I can't forget "Sachmo" my parrot.

The RV is $7000 and I am desperate to raise the money because I have no where to go.

I am pleading with fellow rescuers to please help however you can. Forget about me and save my animals. I have tried making smaller payments to Bank of America and they send them back. They now want everything or nothing. I can be happy in the RV trailer as long as I have my "family" but I have to act fast so the gal who owns it doesn't sell it.

All I can give is my undying gratitude and the promise that my animals will always be loved and cared for.

  

www.gofundme.com/33qksw

Billards, Board Games & Hookahs At The View At The Palms In Vegas! Happy Hour Specials!

It's 80's Night AT Gold Lounge! $20 Open Bar For Ladies!

80’S NIGHT

It's all 80's all the time this Friday night at GOLD Lounge! Throw on your acid wash jeans, tease your hair and come out for what is sure to be an awesome party!  Get ready to groove to DJ Tino spinning out the hits you know and love from your favorite decade. Go for the GOLD and start your weekend showing some love for the 80's. Join us for open bar from 10 pm-12 am – $20 for the ladies and $40 for the guys.

Friday, May 31, 2013 - 10:00 PM

Gold Boutique Nightclub and Lounge

3730 S. Las Vegas, Blvd

Las Vegas, NV, 89109

 (702) 693-8300

Fabrik Fridays W/Drink Specials & Fashion Show Tonight At SHe

SHe by Morton’s is a celebration of style, music and women, the new weekly promotion will treat guests to three fashion shows at 7 p.m., 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. and will feature live DJ sets, entertainers, tasty fare and Bacardi drink specials.

Each week Eva Longoria’s boutique steakhouse, located just steps away from the main entrance of ARIA at The Shops at Crystals, will highlight the fashion collections of a different designer. A 30-foot runway winds through the main dining room, offering a great view of the show from anywhere in the restaurant. Powerhouse DJ Vixen will ignite the vibrant bash with high-energy sets and various entertainers will complement the fashion shows with live music.

During the event, SHe will feature five cocktails, priced at $9 each. Drink selections include:

·         “Kiki Tini,” a mix of Bombay gin, dry vermouth and Luxardo Cherry Liqueur

·         “Pink Lemonade,” made with Bacardi Limón, Grey Goose Le Citron and Chambord

·          “Perfect Pear,” a mix of Grey Goose La Poire, fresh pear and Domaine de Canton ginger liqueur

·         “Strawberry Basil Martini,” made with Grey Goose, muddled strawberries and fresh basil

·         “Blushing Dragon,” a blend of Bacardi Dragon Berry rum and PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur

  

About SHe by Morton’s:

With a menu offering prime steaks, an array of signature selections and plenty of dishes made for sharing, SHe by Morton’s is the Strip’s stylish boutique steakhouse for guests to dine and unwind. Just steps away from the main entrance of ARIA at The Shops at Crystals, SHe is a partnership between Morton’s The Steakhouse and gorgeous actress and entrepreneur, Eva Longoria. Crafted by Executive Chef Erick Stecher, the menu includes “hot” and “cold” appetizers, whimsical desserts, an impressive wine list and hand-crafted cocktails. Directly above SHe is a 9,000-square-foot special events venue that can be transformed into a private nightclub or a corporate events space. SHe by Morton’s is open daily for small bites and cocktails at 5 p.m., with dinner service starting at 5:30 p.m. The restaurant closes at 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday and is open until midnight on Friday and Saturday. For more information or reservations, guests may call 702-254-2376, visit SHe-LV.com, follow SHe on Twitter @SHeLasVegas and become a fan on Facebook at Facebook.com/SHeLasVegas.

Ventriloquist Ronn Lucas & Scorch, Buffalo Bill & More Coming To The Suncoast

Ventriloquist Ronn Lucas and his cast of characters will delight audiences with a mix of stand-up comedy and improvisations at the Suncoast Showroom June 8 and 9.

The first ventriloquist to headline a long-running show in Las Vegas, Lucas has received numerous accolades for his performances — including being named The World’s Best Ventriloquist by The New York Times and The London Times — and has performed for several U.S. presidents.

Appearing alongside Lucas are his trusty sidekicks Scorch the Dragon, Buffalo Billy and Chuck the Disposable Punk Rocker. In 1992, Scorch was the star of his own self-titled television show on CBS (with Lucas providing the voice).

Lucas has appeared on numerous television sitcoms, including “Nip/Tuck,” “L.A. Law” and “Night Court.” In 1990, he starred in “The Ronn Lucas Show,” broadcast in the United Kingdom. In 2009, he was featured in the documentary, “I’m No Dummy,” which explored the world of ventriloquism through clips and interviews.

Showtime each evening is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available from $15.95, plus tax and convenience fees. Tickets can be purchased at any Boyd Gaming box office, by calling 702.636.7075 or visiting www.suncoastcasino.com.

‘King of Sufi Music’ Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan Performs At Treasure Island Tonight!

The world-renowned ‘King of Sufi Music’ Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan will perform at the Treasure Island Ballroom May 31 at 8:30 p.m.

Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is part of a family deeply rooted in musical tradition. He was trained by his uncle Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan in the art of classical music and Qawwali – a form of Sufi music popular in South Asia. He began performing at the age of three for his family and made his first public performance at the age of 9 during the death anniversary of his grandfather.

Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan performed solo songs while touring the United Kingdom with his uncle in 1985, and he debuted as a playback singer in the movie “Paap” in 2004. Recently, he recorded songs for his native Pakistan and songs for Bollywood films.

In collaboration with his uncle, he worked with Eddie Vedder of the rock band Pearl Jam on the soundtrack of the 1995 film “Dead Man Walking.” In 2002, Ali Khan worked on the soundtrack for “The Four Feathers” and was a guest on The Derek Trucks Band’s song “Maki Madni.” His vocals were featured on the soundtrack of “Apocalypto” in 2011.

In 2012, he won “Best Music Talent in a Film” at the London Asian Film Festival for the song “Koi Dil Mein” from the film “Tamanna.”

Tickets are available starting at $100, plus tax and handling fees, and can be purchased online at www.desiclub.com.

About Treasure Island

Treasure Island on the Las Vegas Strip is a privately owned hotel and casino and stands alone as the only major Strip property to claim that unique market position. Boasting nearly 3,000 guest rooms, Treasure Island is 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 indulgent spa and shopping experiences further complement the one-of-a-kind Treasure Island guest experience. For information visit www.treasureisland.com, www.facebook.com/TIvegas or follow the property on Twitter @TIVegas.

Celebrate New Month's Eve W/Coolio At Rockhouse Las Vegas!

Coolio will host an old school New Month’s Eve celebration on Friday, May 31

Hip-hop legend Coolio will host an old school New Month’s Eve celebration at Rockhouse, on Friday, May 31. Partygoers will roll with the homies into the ultra-dive bar to ring in a new month with a drink countdown. Starting at 10 p.m., cocktails will be priced at $7 and will drop by one dollar every hour. Guests will also enjoy an appearance by the cast of “Absinthe” at the Strip-side hot spot.

Guests who start the party early will get down with the ultra-dive bar’s all new $10 “Bottomless Bikini Bar,” open bar available every night to all ladies sporting pool-side attire from 6 until 10 p.m.