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Events for August 8, 2008

• Night

  • Fahrenheit on Viva Vision : at Fremont Street Experience, Midnight to 12:30 a.m. (Free)
  • V.I.P. Fridays: Inside Drai's Nightclub at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, Midnight to 8 a.m. ($20 - $30)
  • Amplify presents Vanilla Ice at the Celebrity Theater: Local and visiting bands rock the Celebrity Theater downtown at Celebrity Theater, Midnight to 1 a.m. ($15 - $20)
  • Masquerade Show in the Sky After Hours: Performers clad in exotic costumes put on a show while disc jockeys play music. at The Rio, 12:45 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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • Boulder Dam Hotel Museum: at Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ($1 - $2)
  • Toddler Story Time: at James I. Gibson Library, 10 a.m. to 10:30 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)
  • Preschool Story 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)
  • Low Impact Aerobics: A fitness activity for the young at heart. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Free)
  • Hokes Medical Arts at the Reed Whipple Cultural Center: at Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Free)
  • The Official Star Trek Convention: Trekies unite! at Las Vegas Hilton, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Story & Art: A class for ages 3 to 5. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. ($18)
  • Belly Dancing Class: Belly Dancing Class at Las Vegas Senior Center, 11 a.m. to noon
  • Baby Story Time: at James I. Gibson Library, 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Free)
  • Preschool Story Time: at Aliante Library, 11 a.m. to 11:30 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)

• Afternoon

  • Ditch Fridays: at The Palms Casino and Resort, Noon to 6 p.m.
  • Mega Stack Series: Poker tournament at Caesars Palace, Noon
  • Binion's $70 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 2 p.m. ($70 - $110)
  • Las Vegas Classic Jazz Band: Six-piece band performs daily at Gold Coast, 2 p.m. (Free)
  • 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)
  • Homework Time: Students ages 6 to 17 can get help with homework and projects. Computers are available. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Toxic Audio: Music, comedy and improve come together in one show that explores the limits of the human voice. at V Theatre inside Miracle Mile Shops, 2:30 p.m. ($54 - $85)
  • Big Elvis: Voted 2006 Best of Las Vegas Elvis Impersonator at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • Jerry Tiffe Band: Big band dancing with Las Vegas band leader Jerry Tiffe at Arizona Charlie's Decatur, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Games for Seniors: at Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Free)
  • Table Tennis: 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.
  • TIIC Club (Teens Involved in Their Community): A club for teens interested in improving the community through community service events, fundraisers and field trips. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 4 p.m.
  • Fab Four Mania: Experience Beatlemania all over again. at V Theatre inside Miracle Mile Shops, 5:30 p.m. ($49 - $79)
  • Celebrate Recovery: "Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits." at Canyon Ridge Christian Church, 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Evening

  • Open Stage: at City Blend Coffee, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Free)
  • Free Paint Night: at The Artful Potter Summerlin, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Free)
  • 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.
  • Shooting Stars Karaoke: Seize the chance to sing like you're one of the greats. at Kixx Lounge at Boulder Station, 6 p.m. to 2 a.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 11 p.m.
  • Funk Jazz Fridays: at Brass Lounge, 6 p.m. (Free)
  • Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas: Authentic bands from Munich, Germany. at Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas, 6 p.m. to 11:59 a.m.
  • At Just Jazz, it's just jazz.: at Just Jazz, 6 p.m.
  • Celebrate Recovery : "Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits." at Central Christian Church, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Free)
  • Ceramics Class: Handbuilding and sculpturing at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ($75)
  • Celebrate Recovery: "Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits." at Faith Community Lutheran Church, 6 p.m.
  • Music Class: Beginning keyboard at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. ($30)
  • American Superstars: American Superstars at The Stratosphere, 6:30 p.m. ($51)
  • Bobby Dickerson: Variety music. at Round Bar at Rampart Casino, 6:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. (Free)
  • Amplify's Best of Show finale featuring I Hate Kate at Jillian's: The Amplify Music Conference comes to a close with the Best of Show finale at Jillian's, 6:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.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)
  • Dylan's free dance lessons: Learn how to move and groove, free of cost. at Dylan's Dance Hall and Saloon, 7 p.m.
  • The Country Superstars Tribute: Impersonations of country music stars. at Fitzgeralds, 7 p.m. ($39.95)
  • Rocky O 'Nan: Live music at O'Sheas. at O'Sheas, 7 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. (Free)
  • Ultra Funk : Sounds of funk play all night long on Fridays. at Saloon Bar & Grill, 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. (Free)
  • Rejavanate Open Mic: Set your coffee down and take a turn on the mic at Rejavanate every Friday night. at reJAVAnate Coffee Lounge, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • William Moran Jazz Trio: at Romance Ultra Lounge, 7 p.m. to 11:59 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.
  • Little Legends: Some of the big names in show business impersonated by people four feet tall. at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, 7 p.m. ($48.95 - $59.95)
  • 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)
  • More & Gendel: Vocal and guitar duo performs Friday and Saturday nights inside Tempo Lounge. at Las Vegas Hilton, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. (Free)
  • Celebrate Recovery : "Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits." at Green Valley Christian Center, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Celebrate Recovery: "Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits." at The Champion Center of Las Vegas, 7 p.m.
  • Celebrate Recovery: "Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits." at Valley Christian Center, 7 p.m.
  • Jerry Seinfeld at The Colosseum: The Emmy Award-winning comedian performs two nights. at Caesars Palace, 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. ($75 - $150)
  • Bonnie Graham and Mike Shane: Variety music. at Becker’s Steakhouse, 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 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)
  • Bette Midler: The Showgirl Must Go On: Witness the Divine Miss M's debut Las Vegas show inside the Colosseum at Caesar's Palace. at Caesars Palace, 7:30 p.m. ($95 - $250)
  • Jackson Cash : Tribute to Johnny Cash. at NASCAR Cafe, 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Free)
  • Midnight Mayhem: Midnight Mayhem at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Davyo's Open Mic Comedy: Don't just do the laughing, stand up and make some jokes. at AJ's Tavern, 8 p.m. (Free)
  • Sammy Hagar and The Wabos: at Red Rock Casino Resort, 8 p.m. ($55)
  • Karaoke wth DJ Donovan: DJ Donovan hosts karaoke night at the High Maintenance Sports Pub. at High Maintenance Sports Pub, 8 p.m.
  • Sunrise Ranch Bar and Grill Karaoke: at Sunrise Ranch Bar and Grill, 8 p.m.
  • Cosmic Bowl with DJ Mellie Mel: Bowl and dance the night away. at Silver Nugget Casino, 8 p.m. (Free)
  • John Calhon and Bill Mcclure at Havana Cigar Bar: at Loew's Lake Las Vegas Resort, 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • Michael Gabriel: at Havana Cigar Bar on Paradise, 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • Slow Children at Play: Jack's Irish Pub at Palace Station, 8 p.m.
  • Flying Fish Lounge: DJ Robert Oleysyck at Ra Sushi at the Fashion Show, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Kenny Dee Band: Rock 'n' Roll the way it was meant to be played. at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 8 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. (Free)
  • Steely Dan: at The Pearl at the Palms, 8 p.m. ($128 - $203)
  • Binion's $120 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 8 p.m. ($120)
  • Live Entertainment : Inside Club Armadillo at Texas Station Gambling Hall and Hotel, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. (Free)
  • The Romantics: Free punk rock show at Santa Fe Station, 8 p.m. (Free)
  • Julieta Venegas: Grammy-Award winning singer and song writer. at The Joint, 8 p.m. ($42 - $72)
  • Travis Tritt: Country music concert. at Orleans Hotel-Casino, 8 p.m. ($60.50 - $88)
  • Karaoke at ReJAVAnate: at reJAVAnate Coffee Lounge, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Social Dance Parties: Mingle while learning a few new steps. at Dance Charisma, 8:15 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.
  • Dance and DJs at Ra Sushi: Let loose on the weekends with a live DJ. at Ra Sushi at the Fashion Show, 8:30 p.m. to 11:59 a.m.
  • The Improv at Harrah's: It's where all the funny comedians go. at Harrah's, 8:30 p.m. ($29.05)
  • American Superstars: American Superstars at The Stratosphere, 8:30 p.m. ($51)
  • Nas: Special guest Talib Kweli will also perform. at House of Blues, 8:30 p.m. ($37 - $55)

• Night

  • Jerry Tiffe Band: Big band dancing with Las Vegas band leader Jerry Tiffe at Arizona Charlie's Decatur, 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
  • 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)
  • Roots Ra Reggae Fridays with DJC: Rock out with DJC to reggae beats every Friday night. at Ra Sushi at the Fashion Show, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Live bands at Cabo Charlie's: Friday and Saturday nights feature live performances. at Cabo Charlie's, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. (Free)
  • Disco Inferno: Dance to favorites of the '70s at Dick's. at Dick's Last Resort, 9 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. (Free)
  • DJ Shinky: Listen to a blend of electronic jazz, lounge and samba music. at Artisan Hotel, 9 p.m. (Free)
  • The Whip-Its: Sing along to the best of the '80s. at Club Madrid at Sunset Station, 9 p.m. ($5)
  • Aruba Swing: Free swing dancing lessons! at Thunderbird Lounge, 9 p.m. (Free)
  • DJ at Satay Malaysian Grille: House, rap, new-age. at Satay Malaysian Grille, 9 p.m.
  • 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 3 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 3 a.m.
  • Porch Dogs with Michael Soli and Scotty Alexander: at Hooters Hotel-Casino, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Hip Karaoke Dance with Uncle Paul: Dancing and karaoke. at Downstairs Bar, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. (Free)
  • Club Armadillo Drink Specials: Every Friday and Saturday night starting at 9 p.m. at Texas Station Gambling Hall and Hotel, 9 p.m. (Free)
  • Dueling Pianos: Piano playing with a twist. at Brendan’s Irish Pub at the Orleans Hotel, 9 p.m. (Free)
  • Maze featuring Frankie Beverly: at Las Vegas Hilton, 9 p.m. ($55 - $79)
  • Aces of Comedy at Take 1 Nightclub: at Take 1 Nightclub, 9 p.m.
  • Joel McHale at Mandalay Bay Theatre: E!'s funnyman performs stand up at Mandalay Bay at Mandalay Bay, 9 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($42)
  • 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.
  • The Scintas: Variety show at Las Vegas Hilton, 9:30 p.m. ($39.95 - $64.99)
  • 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)
  • Purple Reign : Prince Tribute Show at South Point Showroom, 10 p.m. ($5)
  • Stoney's Rockin' Country - Live country acts : Country music acts performing in person at Stoney's Rockin' Country, 10 p.m.
  • 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, 10 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.
  • Karaoke with Danny G.: Danny G. hosts karaoke at Dino's Lounge at Dino's Lounge, 10 p.m.
  • Live music at Charlie's Bar and Grill: Free music on Friday and Saturday nights at 10 p.m. at Charlie's Bar and Grill, 10 p.m. (Free)
  • Imperial Palace Karaoke: at Imperial Palace, 10 p.m.
  • Karoke and dancing: Two of night life's most notorious past times come together at the Lake Mead Louge. at Lake Mead Lounge and Casino, 10 p.m.
  • Frankie Moreno Band: This musical blend of rock, punk and funk is a high-energy staple downtown. at Rush Lounge, 10 p.m. (Free)
  • DJ Day Won: Dance to old school, Top 40 hits, pop, hip-hop and more. at Bugsy's Bar and Grill, 10 p.m. (Free)
  • Motown Fridays at Jerry's Nugget: Enjoy the hits of Mowtown down at Jerry's Nugget. at Jerry’s Nugget, 10 p.m. ($5)
  • DJ Tommy Love: at Tequila Cantina, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. (Free)
  • 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)
  • Karaoke Club: Nightly karoke at Imperial Palace. at Imperial Palace, 10 p.m. (Free)
  • Friday Night Dance Party Jam: Hosted by Power 88.1 FM at Sam's Town, 10 p.m. ($10)
  • 360: at Suncoast Hotel and Casino, 10 p.m. (Free)
  • Good Fridays at Tao Beach: at The Venetian, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. (Free - $20)
  • Uno Momentum presents Juffage at the Bunkhouse: at Bunkhouse Saloon Bar & Grill, 10 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • Bite at the Stratosphere: Bite at The Stratosphere, 10:30 p.m. ($46)
  • Latin-flavored dance party, live DJs: Listen and dance to the sounds of latin DJs at Diego at the MGM Grand Casino, 10:30 p.m.
  • Live bands at Dino's Lounge.: Every Friday night bands take the stage at 10:30. at Dino's Lounge, 10:30 p.m. (Free)
  • 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.
  • Dance at the Canyon Club: Disc jockeys spin dance and hip-hop starting at 10:30 p.m. at The Canyon Club, 10:30 p.m. ($13)
  • Zowie Bowie: 1960s and ’70s music at Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. (Free)
  • CANCELLED Live music at the Railhead.: Listen to rock inside of Boulder Station's venue. at The Railhead at Boulder Station, 11 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. (Free)
  • Hip hop and dance music: DJ Big D keeps the energy high. at Club 702, 11 p.m.
  • Hip Hop Fridays : DJ Z-28 spins gets people up and moving. at Dragonfly, 11 p.m. (Free)
  • DJ Scientific spins at the Lounge at the Palms.: Dance to hip-hop, funk, electro, rock and reggae. at The Lounge at the Palms, 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)
  • Symmetry: There's something for everyone when Symmetry performs. at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 11:30 p.m. to 5 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, 11:30 p.m. to 5 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, 11:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. (Free)
  • Steel Panther at Ovation: Heavy metal rock band formerly known as Metal Skool performs inside Ovation every Friday night. at Ovation, 11:30 p.m. (Free)
  • 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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  • Frank the Voice and Pals at Take 1 Nightclub: at Take 1 Nightclub, Time TBA

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