Events for August 7, 2008
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Night
- Fahrenheit on Viva Vision : at Fremont Street Experience, Midnight to 12:30 a.m. (Free)
- Binion's $50 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 2 a.m. ($50)
Morning
- Hot to Trot Walking Club: at Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. (Free)
- Paddle Tennis: at Mirabelli Community Center, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. ($2)
- Paddle Tennis: at Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (Free)
- HIV Testing: at Ravenholt Public Health Center, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Recreation Station: at Veterans Memorial Leisure Services Center, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ($42)
- Gym Walking: A fitness activity for the young at heart. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. (Free)
- Tai Chi: A fitness activity for the young at heart. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. (Free)
- T’ai Chi classes: T’ai Chi classes at Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 9 a.m.
- Searchlight Historical Museum: at Searchlight Museum, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Free)
- Seniorcize: A fitness activity for the young at heart. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (Free)
- Yoga: A fitness activity for the young at heart. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. (Free)
- Boulder Dam Hotel Museum: at Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ($1 - $2)
- Toddler Storytimes: at Rainbow Library , 10 a.m. (Free)
- Binion's $50 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 10 a.m. ($50)
- Toddler Time: at Aliante Library, 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Sapphire Pool: at The Rio, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ($10 - $30)
- Hokes Medical Arts at the Reed Whipple Cultural Center: at Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Free)
- The American Political Items Collectors at the Riviera: See a plethora of political paraphernalia at The Riviera, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ($10 - $25)
- The Official Star Trek Convention: Trekies unite! at Las Vegas Hilton, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Country Fresh Farmers Market: at Henderson Events Plaza, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Free)
- Mommy and Me Group: Meet other moms in the area. at City Blend Coffee, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Free)
- Baby Lapsit: at Aliante Library, 11 a.m.
- Neighborhood Cafe: A lunch for seniors that is co-sponsored by the Nevada Division of Aginig Services. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 11 a.m. ($1.50)
- Amy Lowe: The children's singer, songwriter, storyteller and guitarist will put on a summer concert for young people. at Winchester Community Center, 11 a.m. ($3)
- Exploration for Tots: An early childhood development class for ages 18 months to 5 years. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ($12)
- Preschool Story Time: at Aliante Library, 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Afternoon
- Mega Stack Series: Poker tournament at Caesars Palace, Noon
- Preschool Story Time: at Aliante Library, 1 p.m. to 1 p.m.
- Las Vegas Classic Jazz Band: Six-piece band performs daily at Gold Coast, 1 p.m. (Free)
- Amy Lowe: The children's singer, songwriter, storyteller and guitarist will put on a summer concert for young people. at Winchester Community Center, 1 p.m. ($3)
- Kindergarten Storytime: at Summerlin Library, 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.
- Jerry Tiffe: Don't forget your dancin' shoes! at Boulder Station, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Free)
- Binion's $70 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 2 p.m. ($70 - $110)
- The Dennis Bono Show: For Prime Rewards Winners only at Sam's Town, 2 p.m. (Free)
- "Hit Parade" feat. Entertainers Direct from the Strip: at Suncoast Hotel and Casino, 2 p.m. (Free)
- "Talent Show" Hosted by John Fredericks: at Suncoast Hotel and Casino, 2 p.m. (Free)
- Ceramics Class: Clay sculpture slipcast at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. ($16)
- Fun Zone Drop-in Program: A program designed to provide a safe and supervised alternative for youth featuring games, crafts, physical activities and events. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Free - $3)
- Teen Scene: at Becker Community School, 2:15 p.m. to 6 p.m. ($8 - $35)
- Teen Scene: at Johnson Community School, 2:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. ($8 - $35)
- Big Elvis: Voted 2006 Best of Las Vegas Elvis Impersonator at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Table Tennis: at Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Free)
- Nintendo Wii: at Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Free)
- Cool By the Pool: Located on the third floor pool deck. at Las Vegas Hilton, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Ceramics Class: Advanced ceramics class (prerequisite class required) at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. ($75)
- Private Music Lesson: Voice or instrument at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ($90)
- Social Hour: at Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. (Free)
- Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas: Authentic bands from Munich, Germany. at Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Tiny Toes Ballet: A class for ages 3 and 4. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 5:15 p.m. to 6 p.m. ($12)
- Tribute to Frank, Sammy, Joey & Dean: at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 5:30 p.m. ($46.85 - $59.95)
- Drop-in Story Time: Family style story time appropriate for all ages. at Aliante Library, 5:30 p.m.
- Thursdays at Las Vegas Hilton: Live music, performances and the chance to win cash prizes. at Las Vegas Hilton, 5:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. (Free)
Evening
- Ladies Night Out: Paint Your Own Pottery at All Fired Up!, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. ($10 - $999.99)
- TJ's All-Star Karaoke Party: Enjoy music, comedy, impersonations and more, then get up on stage and become a lounge singer. at Piano Bar at Harrah's, 6 p.m.
- David Osborne and Bob Sachs: Pianist David Osborne and bassist Bob Sachs perform at the Cafe Lago inside Caesars Palace at Caesars Palace, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Ceramics Class: Beginning and inermediate pottery. at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ($75)
- Dance Class: Flamenco at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 6 p.m. ($30)
- BMX Class I: A class that teaches the basics of BMX. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. ($25)
- Ballet: A class for ages 6 to 12. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. ($18)
- Amplify presents Vanilla Ice at the Celebrity Theater: Local and visiting bands rock the Celebrity Theater downtown at Celebrity Theater, 6 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($15 - $20)
- “In the Shadow of the Bomb" discussion at Springs Preserve: at Springs Preserve, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ($6.50 - $12)
- Amplify presents Strikt-9 at Jillian's: Local and visiting bands rock the stage at Jillilan's at Jillian's, 6:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($15 - $20)
- Amplify presents Ultraviolet Sound at the Ice House Lounge: Local and visiting bands rock the Ice House Lounge at Ice House Lounge, 6:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($15 - $20)
- Amplify presents Big Beat Battalion at the Canyon Club: Local and visiting bands rock the Canyon Club at The Canyon Club, 6:30 p.m. to 11:59 a.m. ($15 - $20)
- Lance Burton: One of Vegas' most popular and longest-running magic acts. at Monte Carlo, 7 p.m. ($66.50 - $72.55)
- Phantom - Las Vegas Spectacular: The shortened version of the original Phantom, but with added Las Vegas flair. at The Venetian, 7 p.m. ($75.90 - $250)
- The Country Superstars Tribute: Impersonations of country music stars. at Fitzgeralds, 7 p.m. ($39.95)
- Bonnie Graham and Mike Shane: Variety music. at Becker’s Steakhouse, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. (Free)
- Shooting Stars Karaoke: Seize the chance to sing like you're one of the greats. at Kixx Lounge at Boulder Station, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- William Moran Jazz Trio: at Romance Ultra Lounge, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Live Music at the Shimmer Cabaret: Listen to live music and enjoy the ambience of a cabaret style bar and lounge. at Las Vegas Hilton, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Vegas Mob Tour: at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 7 p.m. ($56.25)
- Jersey Boys: The story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons at The Palazzo Resort Hotel and Casino, 7 p.m. ($70.70 - $147.70)
- Dance Class: Latin dance workout at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ($30)
- Amplify presents Veins of Jenna at the Beauty Bar: Local and visiting bands rock the Beauty Bar downtown at Beauty Bar, 7 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($15 - $20)
- BMX Class II: at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. ($25)
- Bobby Dickerson: Variety music. at Round Bar at Rampart Casino, 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (Free)
- "O" by Cirque du Soleil: It's "O" so much fun at "O" by Cirque du Soleil.. at Bellagio , 7:30 p.m. ($165)
- Jackson Cash : Tribute to Johnny Cash. at NASCAR Cafe, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Free)
- Amplify presents We Are the Arsenal at the Neonopolis: Local and visiting bands rock the Neonopolis at Neonopolis, 7:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($15 - $20)
- Amplify presents The Lady & The Tiger at Jillian's Hi-Life: Local and visiting bands rock Jillian's Hi-Life at Jillian's, 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. ($15 - $20)
- Movies in the Square presents Over the Hedge: Free outdoor movies beginning at sundown at Town Square, 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Free)
- Karaoke at Brendan's Irish Pub: at Brendan’s Irish Pub at the Orleans Hotel, 8 p.m.
- Cash Karaoke with Jimmy Z: at Brendan’s Irish Pub at the Orleans Hotel, 8 p.m. (Free)
- Sunrise Ranch Bar and Grill Karaoke: at Sunrise Ranch Bar and Grill, 8 p.m.
- Karaoke with DJ Ron: Karaoke every Thursday night hosted by DJ Ron at Tequila Cantina, 8 p.m.
- Boulder Blues : Listen to featured blues artists every Thursday night. at The Railhead at Boulder Station, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. (Free)
- Michael Gabriel: at Havana Cigar Bar on Paradise, 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
- Binion's $120 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 8 p.m. ($120)
- Jeremy Cornwell: at Ovation, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. (Free)
- George Thorogood & The Destroyers and Buddy Guy: at The Joint, 8 p.m. ($37 - $64.50)
- Jerry Tiffe Band: Big band dancing with Las Vegas band leader Jerry Tiffe at Arizona Charlie's Decatur, 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Rockshow Thursdays: Rock music at the Canyon Club in the Four Queens Hotel & Casino. at The Canyon Club, 8:30 p.m. ($10)
- Tropics Lounge Karaoke: It's karaoke time at the Tropics Lounge. at Tropicana Resort & Casino, 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Blues Storm: at Sam's Town, 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. (Free)
- The Improv at Harrah's: It's where all the funny comedians go. at Harrah's, 8:30 p.m. ($29.05)
Night
- Tom Jones: It's been less than three months since his last string of shows at the MGM Grand Hollywood Theatre, and Las Vegas is still Jonesin' for some more Tom Jones at Hollywood Theatre at MGM Grand, 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. ($92.40)
- The Bargain DJ Collective: A variety of sounds on Thursday nights starting at 9. at Bunkhouse Saloon Bar & Grill, 9 p.m. ($5 - $10)
- Imperial Palace Karaoke: at Imperial Palace, 9 p.m.
- Hip Karaoke Dance with Uncle Paul: Dancing and karaoke. at Downstairs Bar, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. (Free)
- Money Plays Acoustic Open-Mic Night hosted by Anne Donahue: Show off your acoustical skills at Money Plays every Thursday night. at Money Plays, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Las Vegas Weekly Presents: Unplugged: at House of Blues, 9 p.m. (Free)
- Dueling Piano Twins : Witness the standoff between twin pianists as they play for the title of best piano player. at Piano Bar at Harrah's, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill: Live music: Enjoy live music inside Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill complete with country music memorabilia and cowboy hats. at Toby Keith's I Love This Bar, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Porch Dogs with Michael Soli and Scotty Alexander: at Hooters Hotel-Casino, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- At Just Jazz, it's just jazz.: at Just Jazz, 9 p.m.
- Symmetry: There's something for everyone when Symmetry performs. at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. (Free)
- Greg Peterson: Greg Peterson and his four-piece band perform at Bill'sGamblin' Hall & Saloon hits from the 1970s up through today's latest chart toppers. at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. (Free)
- The Vision Band: A mix of R&B, jazz, blues and rock n' roll performers join forces on one stage to create a stellar performance with loads of energy. at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. (Free)
- Karaoke Club: Nightly karoke at Imperial Palace. at Imperial Palace, 9 p.m. (Free)
- Acoustic Strip featuring One Pin Short, Think, Julianne Lassard, Thomas Ian Nicholas and Loni Rose. : Free acoustic show at the HOB at House of Blues, 9 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. (Free)
- Karaoke at Calico Jack's Saloon: On Thrusday, Friday and Saturday nights, award-winning karaoke jockey, James Bellamy hosts karaoke. at Calico Jack's Saloon, 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Frankie Moreno Band: This musical blend of rock, punk and funk is a high-energy staple downtown. at Rush Lounge, 9:30 p.m. (Free)
- The Kitty Club: Live entertainment: Live bands and performances nightly inside Mandalay Bay's main lounge. at Mandalay Bay, 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Phantom - Las Vegas Spectacular: The shortened version of the original Phantom, but with added Las Vegas flair. at The Venetian, 9:30 p.m. ($75.90 - $250)
- Rich and Famous: Top 40 Hits Performed at Ovation, 10 p.m. (Free)
- Zowie Bowie: 1960s and ’70s music at Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (Free)
- Karaoke with Danny G.: Danny G. hosts karaoke at Dino's Lounge at Dino's Lounge, 10 p.m.
- Mist the Gong Show Karaoke style: Traditional karaoke with a gong-show twist. at T.I., 10 p.m.
- CANCELLED Willy's American Saloon Karaoke: Karaoke time! at Willy's American Saloon, 10 p.m.
- Underground Crown at Take 1 Nightclub: Hip-hop and rap open mic. at Take 1 Nightclub, 10 p.m.
- Live music every night at the Sand Dollar Blues Lounge.: at Sand Dollar Blues Nightclub and Lounge, 10 p.m. (Free)
- X Burlesque: Traditional burlesque meets spunky dance styles of the MTV generation in "X-Burlesque.'' at Harrah's, 10 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. ($44.95 - $55.95)
- Island Bar Karaoke: Get up and sing or just watch others karaoke the night away. at Island Bar at Flamingo, 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
- Boyz Night at Freezone: at Freezone, 11 p.m.
- Sounds of Sam: A funky Jazz infusion. at New York Cafe, 11 p.m. (Free)
- Binion's $70 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 11 p.m. ($70)
- Sin City Heat at the Hilton: at Las Vegas Hilton, 11:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
- IMAX Theatre: Luxor's over-digitized 3D film theatre. at Luxor, 11:59 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($9.99 - $12)
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