Backstreet Boys Celebrate Grand Opening At Sugar Factory In Las Vegas

Fans gathered to continue the grand opening celebration of Sugar Factory's newest location in Las Vegas at Fashion Show with vocal group Backstreet Boys, who are celebrating their 24th anniversary.

Upon arrival, the boys were welcomed by over a thousand screaming fans as they stopped to take selfies and posed for pictures on the red carpet holding Sugar Factory's signature couture pops.

The guys then entered the confectionery shop and were so excited by the vast selection of sweets and goodies, they were like kids in a candy store! A couple members of the group sampled Key lime and Butterfinger gelato, while others grabbed their favorite treats from a selection of over 500 types of candy and Sugar Factory novelty items. Some of the sweets the boys picked up included gummy bears, M&M's, Butterfingers, Apple Jacks, and more.

Afterward, the boys entered the fan-filled restaurant where they greeted everyone and posed for pictures with guests. For dinner, they had some of the restaurant's signature items including candy-themed goblets, insane milkshakes, monster burgers, and a colorful selection of rainbow sliders. To satisfy their sweet tooth, they enjoyed the world-renowned King Kong Sundae, containing 24 scoops of ice cream with various toppings and sparklers for dessert.

To end the evening, the group went upstairs to Sugar Factory's Chocolate Lounge where they sipped decadent chocolate cocktails including the Mudslide martini, frozen chocolate bacon s'mores cocktail, chocolate black & white espresso martini, and frozen white chocolate rock candy grasshopper. Before leaving, the guys were dazzled by the whimsical "candyland" garden where they stopped to take one last photo in front of the 14-seat horse-drawn carousel surrounded by colorful lit up tulips and oversized lollipops, cupcakes, and animal sculptures.

3200 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV 89109
(702) 685-0403

Essence Las Vegas Is Hiring! At All Three Locations

Essence Vegas, Las Vegas’ premiere marijuana dispensary and resource center, with three locations across the Las Vegas valley, including Essence – West at 5765 W. Tropicana Ave., Essence – The Strip at 2307 S. Las Vegas Blvd. and Essence – Henderson at 4300 E. Sunset Rd. Suite A3.

More than 50 positions are available at one of three Essence Vegas dispensary locations throughout Las Vegas and Henderson, as well as Desert Grown Farms’ 54,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art cultivation facility. Those who have a passion for the cannabis industry and wish to apply must bring their resume to the job fair on Tuesday, May 2.

Qualified candidates will receive onsite interviews. Interested applicants should have their state issued ID or Driver’s License with them at time of interview.

Positions are available in the following areas:

Cultivation Tech
Shift Manager
Patient Consultant
Receptionist
Maintenance
Inventory Control

For more information and a list of all available positions, please visit www.essencevegas.com

Tuesday May 2, 2017
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wild Horse Golf Club
2100 W Warm Springs Rd
Henderson, NV 89014

Give Mom The Sweet Gift Of Pure Natural Honey For Mother's Day

The celebrated Carmel Honey Company, created by 14-year-old Carmel entrepreneur and bee expert Jake Reisdorf, is now offering specially wrapped gift boxes of honey, just in time for Mother's Day.

Mother's Day is fast approaching and what better way to tell your Mom you're sweet on her than a gift box of pure, natural honey from the Carmel Honey Company?

Carmel Honey Company has a wide variety of honey and honey gift boxes available for order online. And for Mother's Day, Sunday, May 14, each gift box ordered will be wrapped in a yellow ribbon and bow.

Gift boxes, which can be customized to your (or your Mom's) favorites, can include Meadowfoam Honey, Orange Blossom Honey, Sage Honey, Wildflower Honey, Honey Stix, and pure raw honeycomb.

One of the most popular, for example, the large gift box, contains one 12-oz. Meadowfoam Honey, one 3-oz. Orange Blossom Honey, one 3-oz. Sage Honey and one Wildflower Honey Stix pack.

To order online, go to www.CarmelHoneyCompany.com.

Visit Topgolf And Help Support The Make-A-Wish Foundation

In celebration of its first $100,000 donation to Make-A-Wish®, global sports entertainment leader Topgolf® is lighting its targets blue on World Wish Day® this Saturday, April 29. Topgolf plans to help grant more wishes for children with life-threatening medical conditions by pledging to donate a minimum of $250,000 in year two of its partnership with Make-A-Wish.

“World Wish Day is a chance for us to celebrate all those who make wish granting possible, including corporate sponsors like Topgolf,” said David Williams, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America. “The generous contributions from Topgolf and their guests are directly responsible for bringing the life-changing benefits of a wish come true to more wish kids nationwide.”

On Saturday, Topgolf will turn its targets blue throughout the night and they are inviting guests to join the company in support of Make-A-Wish by:

·         Adding a donation to their check – Guests may ask their Bay Host to add a Make-A-Wish donation to their tab at the end of their visit.
·         Purchasing co-branded Topgolf and Make-A-Wish merchandise – Hats are available for $19.99 and include a $5 donation to Make-A-Wish. Ball markers are available for $4.99, with a $1 donation to Make-A-Wish.
·         Ordering Injectable Donut Holes – $1 from every Injectable Donut Holes order is donated to Make-A-Wish.

“Please join us on World Wish Day to celebrate Topgolf’s partnership with Make-A-Wish and the remarkable long-term impact this organization has on the children whose wishes come true,” said Topgolf Entertainment Group Co-Chairman and CEO Erik Anderson. “We are proud to align with Make-A-Wish to inspire hope and joy through extraordinary experiences.”

Please visit Topgolf.com/giving for more information about Topgolf’s charitable giving initiatives.

4627 Koval Ln
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV 89109
(702) 933-8458

Latest Results From The Winner's Circle At The Bullring At LVMS

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Isaac Harder’s adrenaline rush took him all the way to the Winner’s Circle at The Bullring on Saturday night.  Harder won the 40-lap North American Big Racing feature on Big Rigs Night by 1.295 seconds ahead of Cory Riplinger to secure his second Bullring win in three years. He headlined a group of 11 Canadians who brought their 3,000-horsepower rigs to Las Vegas Motor Speedway’s 3/8-mile paved oval for the third consecutive year. “This is the biggest adrenaline rush you’ve ever had, times two,” Harder said about the excitement of driving a semi-truck at the short track. “It’s great when you get out front here, because it’s such a nice smooth track. It is such a fun place to race at, it’s awesome.”

The night’s nine-race schedule followed the inaugural Las Vegas Semi Truck Show in The Bullring’s parking lot, a festival-type atmosphere that included vendors, raffles and a judged competition. The show’s winners took a parade lap after opening ceremonies to help kick the night off.

Aaron McMorran may have begun the NASCAR Bombers 25-lap feature from the back of the pack, but he quickly powered his No. 22 car to his fourth consecutive divisional feature win in style. The 2015 Bombers track champion passed Jason Merlino midway through the race to remain perfect in the division on the 2017 season. “They made me work for it tonight,” McMorran said. “The whole track was good, and I think I passed half the field on the outside. I got to race against my stepdad (Carl Scherkenbach), who was in a race car for the first time in 25 years, so that was a unique experience. I’ve got to say congratulations to the No. 6 car of Jason Merlino. He’s been trying for years to get quick, and he killed everybody in qualifying. When you really like people, you really want them to win, but then your competitive drive takes over and makes it tough.”

Later in the night, McMorran passed Cameron Morga midway through the 35-lap NASCAR Grand American Modifieds feature and raced to his 20th career Saturday night win at The Bullring. McMorran, who doubled down with two Bombers wins on April 8, is now 20th on the short track’s all-time wins list. “We built this nice car and almost won a few times in it, and I finally got one tonight, so I’m pretty stoked,” McMorran said of his first Grand American Modifieds win since 2014. “I just won the Bombers race and only had about 10 minutes to do a couple things (to the car), and honestly, it couldn’t have been better. It’s a hot rod, I’m excited!”

Kaden Honeycutt of Bridge City, Texas, completed a weekend sweep in the US Legends “Showdown,” going 4-for-4 Thursday through Saturday in his Pro division race car. Honeycutt finished 4.036 seconds ahead of Pro driver Robbie Czub in the 25-lapper for Pros and Masters to make his way to the Winner’s Circle. “This is one of the best weeks I’ve had since Winternationals a few months ago,” Honeycutt said of his Showdown sweep. “I’ve just got to thank my crew chief, Michael Harper. He’s done such an amazing job, and I couldn’t do anything without him. Just being 13 and going 4-for-4 is great, and what I’m doing is my dream.”

Las Vegas’ Michael Todd Glazier was the top Masters finisher in the Pro/Masters race, taking ninth overall. US Legends-Young Lions driver Sam Mayer won the 25-lap feature race for Young Lions and Semi-Pros, crossing the line 1.388 seconds ahead of Semi-Pro winner Darrell Stewart. Stewart was the only Semi-Pro driver to finish in the top six. “I was the only Semi-Pro up front, so I had to kind of let these guys race it out for the win,” Stewart said. “It was fun racing with them the past couple of days, and it was a really competitive race. I hope to see them again at nationals.”

Veteran racer Ron Reed won for the second time this season, taking the 15-lap USLCI Thunder Cars feature ahead of Darin Callaway. The Las Vegas driver was ecstatic after earning Bullring career victory No. 2. "I just wanted to be consistent, and (the key to pulling away) was having a lot of consistency,” Reed said. “I want to thank my crew and my son for helping me put this thing together. (This trophy) is going right on my desk.”

Cody Kiemele of Perris, Calif., earned his second USLCI Bandolero Bandits win in three races, while Camden Larsen followed his first career Bullring win on April 8 with a USLCI Bandolero Outlaws victory to make it two in a row. Robert Smotherman’s streak of eight consecutive Skid Plate Car victories came to an end, as James Brazzeal crossed the line 2.242 seconds ahead in the class’ 15-lap race.

NEXT RACE: Racing returns to The Bullring on Saturday, May 6, for Gaming Industry Night. All area hotel and casino staff with a valid ID will gain free admission to the LVMS short track on the special night.

Big Rig Racing at The Bullring -Complete results

USLCI Bandolero Bandits 12-lap feature
1. Cody Kiemele; 2. Amilleo Thomson (-2.148 seconds); 3. Braden Conner (-6.122); 4. Sabastian Lafia (-8.245); 5. Landon Gresser (-12.435); 6. Eliana Danko (-2 laps); 7. Branch Danko (-8 laps).
USLCI Bandolero Outlaws 12-lap feature
1. Camden Larsen; 2. R.J. Smotherman (-.568 of a second); 3. Jaron Giannini (-4.682); 4. Kaden Crouch (-5.390); 5. Cody Brown (-6.072); 6. Tia Guy (-1 lap).
USLCI Thunder Cars 15-lap feature
1. Ron Reed; 2. Darin Callaway (-1.421 seconds); 3. Doug Germano (-3.680).
US Legends Semi-Pro/Young Lions 25-lap feature
1. Sam Mayer (Young Lion); 2. Darrell Stewart (Semi-Pro, -1.388 seconds); 3. Cody Dempster (YL, -1.650); 4. D.J. Canipe (YL, -1.692); 5. Payton Garofalo (YL, -2.010); 6. Jace Jones (YL, 6.225); 7. Brian Williams (SP, -9.451); 8. Ben Vanhelden (SP, -9.784); 9. Eddie Garone (SP, -11.766); 10. Dylan Fabozzi (SP, -1 lap); 11. Chris Semler (SP, -1 lap); 12. Daniel Whitley (YL, -16 laps).
NASCAR Bombers 25-lap feature
1. Aaron McMorran; 2. Jason Merlino (-.507 of a second); 3. Adam Simon (-1.537); 4. Martin Sullins (-6.496); 5. Kyle Jacks (-7.069); 6. Nick Nuccitelli (-7.440); 7. Jim Merlino (-9.205); 8. Mark Skinner (-9.841); 9. Anthony Mann (-14.195); 10. Kirk Hance (-15.870); 11. Carl Scherkenbach (-16.604); 12. Steve Danko (-19.761); 13. Zachery Nicholls (-1 lap); 14. Bradley Thompson (-1 lap); 15. James Menasco (-17 laps); 16. J.J. Nunn (-25 laps).
Skid Plate Cars 15-lap feature
1. James Brazzeal; 2. Robert Smotherman (-2.242 seconds); 3. Billy Paddack Jr. (-8.872); 4. Cindy Clark (-2 laps); 5. Scott Stockwell (-2 laps); 6. Jeff Bargerhuff (-2 laps); 7. Billy Paddack Sr. (-4 laps); 8. Don Williams (-9 laps).
US Legends Pro/Masters 25-lap feature
1. Kaden Honeycutt (Pro); 2. Robbie Czub (Pro, -4.036 seconds); 3. Noah Korner (Pro, -4.200); 4. Gus Dean (Pro, -4.894); 5. Brady Fox-Rhode (Pro, -5.099); 6. Tyler Fabozzi (Pro, -5.220); 7. Cody Winchel (Pro, -6.829); 8. Michael Dabney (Pro, -6.992); 9. Michael Todd Glazier (Masters, -7.715); 10. Gary Scheurell (Masters, -11.488); 11. Randy Beddow (Masters, -11.987); 12. Bruce Silver (Masters, -15.005); 13. Gary Wegener Jr. (Masters, -15.400); 14. Andy Hulcy (Masters, -15.584); 15. John Copeland (Masters, -16.632); 16. Matthew Cunningham (Masters, -16.817); 17. Michael Sauer (Masters, -1 lap); 18. Jeremy Doss (Pro, -15 laps).
NASCAR Grand American Modifieds 35-lap feature
1. Aaron McMorran; 2. Cameron Morga (-1.545 seconds); 3. Doug Hamm (-3.451); 4. Scott Osborne (-4.683); 5. Brian Reed (-9.638); 6. Pat Petrie (-1 lap); 7. Tom Pfundstein (-1 lap).
North American Big Rig Racing 40-lap feature
1. Isaac Harder; 2. Cory Riplinger (-1.295 seconds); 3. Lonnie Grzech (-3.220); 4. Ron Singer (-5.501); 5. Cole Wiesner (-5.556); 6. Jaeger Berdahl (-6.136); 7. Ashley Creed (-1 lap); 8. Gino Howe (-2 laps); 9. Colton Berdahl (-5 laps); 10. Jacob Berdahl (-21 laps).

7000 Las Vegas Blvd N
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV 89115
(800) 644-4444

SuperZoo Wins Trade Show Awards

North America’s leading pet retail trade exposition and conference produced by World Pet Association (WPA)—was recently honored by Trade Show Executive during the publication’s Fastest 50 Awards and Summit.

SuperZoo racked up four awards, including: the number one spot for percentage growth of exhibitors, number 17 in the 50 Fastest-Growing by Net Square Feet of Exhibit Space, number 17 in the 50 Fastest-Growing by Number of Exhibiting Companies and number 98 in Next 50 – By Total Attendance.

“SuperZoo has grown by leaps and bounds over the past few years and we’re honored to be recognized,” says Doug Poindexter, president of WPA. “Each year, the quality and depth of attendees, exhibitors and education showcase and all contribute to the pet industry’s continued success and we look forward to what SuperZoo 2017 has in store.”

Last August, SuperZoo staged its biggest show to date at the Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas with a more than four percent increase in attendance, eight percent increase in companies attending over 2015 and nearly 1,200 exhibitors. These record-breaking numbers cemented SuperZoo’s position as the largest pet retail show in North America in terms of both buyer and exhibitor participation in 2016.

Building on its more than 65-year history of helping pet retailers and service professionals discover new products, learn how to build their businesses and connect with others who share their passion, SuperZoo has grown from a small, regional event to one of the most productive gatherings and positive trade shows of the year. SuperZoo’s theme for 2017—“Better Together”—reflects the inclusive nature of an event that welcomes everyone from independent retailers to groomers to international and mass-market buyers. SuperZoo will continue to feature more than 820 new products in a New Product Showcase, together with products in diverse pet industry segments from across North America and around the world.

In addition to a bustling trade show floor, SuperZoo offers attendees more than 80 education sessions covering a wide variety of topics including: staff training, human resources, leadership, social media, and customer service and marketing, among others. Grooming and service industry sessions are geared toward building business and animal wellness sessions focus on small animal care in stores and best practices for birds and reptiles.

SuperZoo will return to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, July 25-27, 2017, with conference sessions July 24-26. For more information about SuperZoo: www.superzoo.org.

Help Save Animals! Attend Jared's Hot Dog & Hamburgers Opening!

Pawn Plaza tenant Jared’s Old Fashioned Hot Dogs & Hamburgers is celebrating their grand opening this Fri., April 28 and Sat., April 29 by hosting “Hot Dogs to Help Dogs” with 15% of their sales over the two days being donated to the Nevada SPCA.

Jared’s Old Fashioned Hot Dogs & Hamburgers features a variety of classic hot dogs and hamburgers made with the freshest USDA Prime beef with a choice of toppings, onion rings, French fries and tater tots. Jared’s Old Fashioned is now open daily from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Pawn Plaza
725 Las Vegas Blvd. So.
  Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 29
 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
jaredsoldfashioned.com/

New Show W/Kendra Wilkinson & Jai Rodriguez Coming To Vegas!

Hit New York City production "Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man" will premiere in Las Vegas Saturday, May 27, 2017 at Paris Las Vegas with stars Kendra Wilkinson ("Kendra on Top," "The Girls Next Door") and Jai Rodriguez ("Queer Eye for the Straight Guy," ABC's "Malibu Country," Broadway's "Rent"). Written by Matt Murphy and based on the novel of the same name by Dan Anderson and Maggie Berman, the show has been acclaimed as "hysterically titillating" by TheaterMania and hailed by Broadway World as "a night of laughter that makes you feel good in all the wrong places."

"I saw the show in New York City and was excited to be asked to join the production and debut it in Vegas," said Wilkinson, whose starring role will be prominently featured in the forthcoming season of "Kendra on Top." "People spend so much time covering up or hiding their sexuality. My character progresses from being a shy, passive professor to a sexually empowered woman ready to seize the world and the men in it."

In the sex-affirmative, coming-of-age show, Wilkinson stars as Robyn, the bookish and demure host of a university authors forum. Featured author Dan Anderson, played by Rodriguez, brings Robyn out of her professorial shell by encouraging her and audience members to embrace their naughtiest instincts with the help of Stefan, her hunky stage assistant. Casting for the role of Stefan will be announced at a later date.

The 75-minute production combines comedy, charisma, and a lot of sass to create a memorable evening perfect for everyone from couples looking to spice up their routines to groups interested in a girls' - or guys' - night out. Performing eight shows a week in an intimate theater just off the casino floor, audience members can expect a highly interactive show that draws upon their own participation to demonstrate many of the most outrageous and hilarious techniques.

"This is 'Queer Eye for the Straight Woman'," said Rodriguez, whose work on "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy" garnered an Emmy. "I'm excited to work with Kendra and bring this refreshingly modern show to the Las Vegas Strip."

A co-production of Adam Steck's SPI Entertainment with Matt Murphy and Shawn Nightingale, "Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man" is an interactive engagement that takes the motto "practice makes perfect" to a whole new level. As the ultimate adults-only party, the show promises to leave audiences with intimate bedroom insight.

"The success of the show in New York City and on tour has exceeded my wildest expectations," said Murphy. "Working with Kendra and Jai on the Las Vegas premiere is going to be such a blast. I can't wait to see them on stage together at Paris Las Vegas."

"My wife and I saw the show for the first time in New York City and immediately thought: Las Vegas needs this," said Steck. "It's fun, lighthearted, includes crowd interaction, and most importantly, it's a bit naughty."

"Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man" will perform nightly (dark Wednesdays) at 7 p.m. with additional 11 p.m. shows Friday and Saturday nights. Tickets are now on sale and start at $39 (plus taxes and fees). A VIP ticket upgrade will be available and includes a meet-and-greet and souvenir photo with the stars. For more information, visit www.caesars.com/paris-las-vegas/shows/sex-tips  or follow the show on Facebook - www.facebook.com/SexTipsVegas/, Twitter - twitter.com/sextipsvegas, or Instagram @SexTipsVegas.

Cinco de Mayo Is Coming! Celebrate At Pancho's Mexican Restaurant

Jalapeno Margarita 

Camarones a la Diabla

In honor of Cinco de Mayo, Pancho’s Mexican Restaurant, located in Downtown Summerlin, will host an all-day fiesta featuring mariachis, traditional Mexican food and tequila shot specials on Friday, May 5.

A mariachi band will spice up the festivities with traditional Mexican music for revelers from noon to 5 p.m. both inside and outside the restaurant. Available throughout the restaurant, tequila specials will include shots of Hornitos silver and Hornitos Lime, Hornitos Black Barrel, and Hornitos Spiced Honey tequilas, priced at $5 and shots of Patrón silver, priced at $9. Handcrafted margaritas will also be available for purchase, including the Jalapeño Margarita, made with Zarco Silver tequila mixed with house-made margarita mix, triple sec, and topped with sliced jalapeño and a Tajín powder rim garnish, priced at $10.75. A patio party will keep the tequila flowing and the energy up with exclusive drink offers all night long.

Inside the restaurant, guests can enjoy Pancho’s signature menu items including Camarones a la Diabla, made with sautéed shrimp, caramelized onions and roasted garlic simmered in a special Diabla sauce with roasted Gualjillo chiles, served with green rice and grilled julienned vegetables, priced at $19.95 for lunch and $25.95 for dinner; Pancho’s Chimichanga Especial, a flour tortilla filled with chunks of seasoned pork, cheese and green chile verde sauce, deep friend and topped with sour cream and guacamole, served with Mexican-style rice and beans, priced at $15.95 for lunch and $18.95 for dinner; and “Wahoo” Fish Tacos, made with two flour tortillas filled with grilled Wahoo fish, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo and chipotle sour cream, served with Mexican-style rice and beans, sour cream and guacamole, priced at $16.95 for lunch and $18.95 for dinner

Country artist Siana King will round out the night with a live performance in the cantina from 8 p.m. to midnight.

More information about Pancho’s is available at www.panchosrestaurant.com,  by calling 702-982-0111, by following Pancho’s on Twitter - twitter.com/PanchosVegas and Instagram, and liking Pancho’s on Facebook - www.facebook.com/PanchosLV/. Reservations are available at www.panchosrestaurant.com.

Get Your Tix To The Village People! They Take The Stage On 4/29

Flash back to the 1970’s with Disco Explosion! at Cannery Casino Hotel’s The Club on Saturday, April 29. The show’s lineup includes The Village People, Sister Sledge and The Trammps featuring Earl Young.

The Village People, well-known for their quirky costumes and catchy disco hits, rose to fame in the 1970’s. Their hit singles include “Macho Man,” “YMCA,” “In the Navy” and more. The current lineup includes Ray Simpson, Felipe Rose, Alex Briley, Eric Anzalone, Bill Whitefield and Jim Newman.

Sister Sledge was formed by sisters Debbie, Joni, Kim and Kathy in 1971. Inspired by their performing parents, the sisters brought their musical talents together to become one of the best-known disco groups. Their best-loved singles include “We are Family,” “Lost in Music” and “Thinking of You.”

Disco and soul band The Trammps featuring Earl Young got their start in the early 1970’s. Their popularity exploded in 1976 with the hit “Disco Inferno,” included on the “Saturday Night Fever” film’s Grammy Award-winning soundtrack. Additional hits include “Hold Back the Night,” “The Night the Lights Went Out” and more. Under the direction of drummer and bass singer Earl Young, the group released a new single, “Get Your Lovin’ While You can,” in 2014.

Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets start at $34.95 plus taxes and convenience fees, and are available online at www.ticketmaster.com. For more information, visit www.CanneryCasino.com.

Want MORE MORE MORE Billy Idol?

Billy Idol and the House of Blues Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino proudly announce the extension of Billy Idol: Forever into October 2017. Tickets for the newly announced performances will go on sale Friday, April 21 at 10 a.m. Tickets for the May 2017 dates are currently on sale. All shows begin at 8 p.m.

2017 performance dates:
May 3, 5-6, 10, 12-13 – on sale now
Oct. 4, 6-7, 11, 13-14, 18, 20-21 – just added!

Billy Idol: Forever features Idol, his longtime guitarist Steve Stevens, and the rest of Idol’s band at the top of their game, performing songs from throughout Idol’s extensive catalog. The residency recently celebrated a year of rocking the intimate House of Blues Las Vegas music hall, attracting fans from around the world.

The show features material from throughout Idol’s career, from his days fronting the seminal British punk band Generation X to his hits the world has come to know and love, including “Rebel Yell,” “White Wedding,” “Dancing With Myself,” and many more.

Tickets for Billy Idol: Forever start at $79.50, plus applicable fees. Tickets for the October 2017 dates go on sale Friday, April 21 at 10 a.m. and tickets for the May 2017 dates are on sale now. Tickets are available by visiting HouseofBlues.com/BillyIdol, MandalayBay.com, Ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000. For additional information, visit BillyIdol.net. Fans can follow House of Blues Las Vegas on Twitter - twitter.com/HOBLasVegas.

Available NOW! Edible Cookie Dough At Treasure Island's Malena's

Treasure Island’s hottest spot for cool treats, Malena’s Yogurt Plus, is launching a new confection that will remind guests of one of childhood’s favorite indulgences – Edible Cookie Dough!

This sweet, safe-to-eat treat is currently available in three flavors, Chocolate Chunk, PB&J with raspberry jelly and Cinnamon Roll Brown Sugar. Treasure Island executive pastry chef and edible cookie dough mastermind Chef Debra Mitchell promises new flavors are already in the works.

Malena’s Edible Cookie Dough is available for $3 per scoop.

Located next to the Mystere Theatre, Malena’s Yogurt Plus serves handcrafted desserts including gourmet yogurt, waffles, crepes, ice cream sandwiches and cookies. Malena’s is open daily from 11 a.m. to midnight.

Parking at Treasure Island is free for hotel, restaurant and casino guests.

For information visit www.treasureisland.com, www.facebook.com/TIvegas or follow the property on Twitter - twitter.com/TIvegas.

Chef Wolfgang Puck Receives Prestigious Award In Vegas

Chef Wolfgang Puck was honored with the prestigious “Philanthropist of the Year” award during The 17th Annual Governor’s Black Tie Reception at Southern Highlands Golf Club. Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group pulled out all the stops and presented five different stations from CUT by Wolfgang Puck, Lupo by Wolfgang Puck, Spago by Wolfgang Puck, Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill and highlighted their Las Vegas restaurant portfolio’s pastry and breadmaking displays, donating all food and labor costs back to The Southern Highlands Charitable Foundation.

Just after 5:30 p.m., guests were welcomed into the event tent at the Southern Highlights grounds as the sultry Cristina Amato was at centerstage setting the tone for the evening ahead.  Making a special appearance last night, Chef Puck was welcomed with an overwhelming fanfare as he mingled with invited guests and posed for pictures as he made his way throughout the room.

As guests took their seats, Garry Goett, Master of Ceremonies and Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, Olympia Group, LLC, led the welcoming remarks, kicking off the program’s presentation. Moments later Governor of Nevada, Brian Sandoval, touched on the 17-year history of The Southern Highlands Charitable Foundation, through its work supporting families in need in Southern Nevada.

Just after 7:30 p.m., Chef Wolfgang Puck was introduced on-stage where he was presented his award and delivered a meaningful speech through his commitment to Keep Memory Alive, The Larry Ruvo Center and his long-standing relationship with Meals on Wheels. Wolfgang spoke on his 25-year history in Las Vegas, opening Spago at The Forum Shops as his flagship at a time where the incline in fine dining was just breaking through. He also referenced the tight-knit relationship he had with his mother igniting his passion for culinary, teaching him the importance of community.

He then posed for photos as he accepted his award to which one last surprise of the evening was unveiled. The Southern Highlands Charitable Foundation donated a check valued at $50,000 to Keep Memory Alive, closing out the evening with a roar in celebration.

Photo credit Cashman Photo.

Celebs Love Celebrating B-Days In Vegas! Who? Where?

Saturday afternoon 4/22 at TAO Beach in The Venetian, “Wizards of Waverly Place” star Skyler Samuels celebrated her recent birthday. Joined by three girlfriends, the group took in the party from a daybed where Samuels was surprised with a birthday presentation from the TAO Beach staff. The actress later posted a video on Instagram of her sipping champagne with the caption “Thanks for the birthday bash @TaoLasVegas”. The celebrations continued into the night as the group headed to TAO Nightclub where they partied at a VIP booth as Eric Dlux manned the decks.

MAGIC MIKE LIVE Opens In Vegas With Star Studded Audience

Las Vegas’ most buzzed-about new production MAGIC MIKE LIVE celebrated its opening night at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino with a star-studded performance in its custom designed showroom, Club Domina. The show, based on the hit films Magic Mike and Magic Mike XXL and conceived and co-directed by Channing Tatum, brought audiences to its feet on the first night of its open-ended run in Las Vegas.

Following the show, the cast and creative team returned to the stage for an encore performance of Fatman Scoop’s “Be Faithful,” joined by the show’s co-director and producer Channing Tatum and wife, Jenna Dewan-Tatum. Tatum then shared a few words with the packed venue, thanking the crowd and friends and family in attendance for joining the cast and creative team for their highly-anticipated opening night performance.

After the performance, guests were invited to partake in a poolside celebration at Hard Rock Hotel’s Dish Pool. Guests enjoyed light bites and libations atop plush daybeds positioned  beneath canopied palm trees, as well as special activations presented by LELO – the world’s leading pleasure brand – featuring a “touch and play” area, VIP gift bags stuffed with the most desired pleasure objects and more.

Emmanuelle

Channing & Joseph 

Notable names in attendance at opening night included Tatum’s wife, Jenna Dewan-Tatum, actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Magic Mike actress Cody Horn, actress Emmanuelle Chriqui, actor Nick Zano, comedian Jillian Bell and ABSINTHE stars The Gazillionaire, Wanda Widdles and Melody Sweets.

The opening night cast featured performers Anton Engel, Brandon Foster, Chelsea Phillips-Reid, David Terry, Jackson Williams, JD Rainey, Jeremy Denzel, Jesse Morales, Kyo Dominick, Liinda Garisto, Luke Broadlick, Lyndsay Hailey, Manwé Sauls-Addison, Ryan Carlson, Ryan Pires and Sebastian Gonzalez. Creative team members in attendance included co-director and choreographer Alison Faulk, associate director and choreographer Teresa Espinosa and choreographer and featured performer, Luke Broadlick, production designer Rachel O’Toole, scenic designers Rob Bissinger and Anita La Scala, composer Jack Rayner, sound designer Nick Kourtides, costume designer Marina Toybina, aerial choreographer Dreya Weber  and pleasure director Lila Darville among others.

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