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Events for August 12, 2008

• Early Morning

  • 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)
  • 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)
  • Searchlight Historical Museum: at Searchlight Museum, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Free)
  • Free Eye Exams: Shepherd Eye Center will provide free eye exams by appointment only. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 9 a.m. (Free)
  • Babytime: Rhymes, bounces and songs at Summerlin Library, 9:30 a.m. to 10 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 Story Time: at James I. Gibson Library, 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (Free)
  • Toddler Storytimes: at Rainbow Library , 10 a.m. (Free)
  • Toddler Storytimes: at Sahara West 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)
  • 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)
  • Las Vegas Collects Contemporary at the Las Vegas Art Museum : Enjoy a variety of art at the Las Vegas Art Museum's new exhibit at Las Vegas Art Museum, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ($3 - $6)
  • Story Time: at Barnes & Noble Stephanie Street, 11 a.m. (Free)
  • Baby Story Time: at James I. Gibson Library, 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Free)
  • Mommy and Me Group: Meet other moms in the area. at City Blend Coffee, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Free)
  • Preschool Storytime: at Rainbow Library , 11 a.m. (Free)
  • 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)
  • Toddler Time: at Aliante Library, 11:30 a.m. to noon
  • Toddler Creations: An opportunity for toddlers to create works of art whil learning about their hands, faces, colors and shapes. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. ($15)

• Afternoon

  • Mega Stack Series: Poker tournament at Caesars Palace, Noon
  • The Mac King Comedy Magic Show: Comedic magician appears at Harrah's five afternoons a week. at Harrah's, 1 p.m. ($24.95)
  • Royal Dixie jazz Band: at Gold Coast, 1 p.m. to 6:40 p.m.
  • Las Vegas Classic Jazz Band: Six-piece band performs daily at Gold Coast, 1 p.m. (Free)
  • Xtreme Magic Starring Dirk Arthur: Big cats and magic tricks. at Tropicana Resort & Casino, 2 p.m. ($31.90)
  • Binion's $70 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 2 p.m. ($70 - $110)
  • 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)
  • The Price is Right Live: at Bally's Las Vegas, 2:30 p.m. ($49.50)
  • 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)
  • Doggone Silly: with J.R. Johns at Harmon Theatre at Krave, 3 p.m. ($21.45 - $43.45)
  • $250,000 Game Show Spectacular: at Las Vegas Hilton, 3 p.m. ($42)
  • Big Elvis: Voted 2006 Best of Las Vegas Elvis Impersonator at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • Dueling Pianos: The Bar at Times Square at New York New York, 3 p.m. to 3 a.m.
  • Table Tennis: at Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Free)
  • Nathan Burton Comedy Magic: An hour of magic for the whole family to enjoy. at Flamingo, 4 p.m. ($34 - $44)
  • 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, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Stars of the Strip: Impressions by Robbie Howard and Kathy Walker at The Plaza Hotel and Casino, 4 p.m.
  • Cool By the Pool: Located on the third floor pool deck. at Las Vegas Hilton, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Music Class: Beginning keyboard at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. ($30)
  • Unified Unicycle Troupe: Learn how to ride a unicycle for free. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Free)
  • Scrapbooking Club: at City Blend Coffee, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Free)
  • Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas: Authentic bands from Munich, Germany. at Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Jive at Five: Under the dome at main entrance, Live DJ at The Plaza Hotel and Casino, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Music Class: Intermediate keyboard at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. ($30)
  • Fab Four Mania: Experience Beatlemania all over again. at V Theatre inside Miracle Mile Shops, 5:30 p.m. ($49 - $79)
  • Tribute to Frank, Sammy, Joey & Dean: at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 5:30 p.m. ($46.85 - $59.95)
  • Calvin Brooks and Jeff Popp Duet: It's a magical night at the Steakhouse Lounge inside Harrah's with the wondrous voices of Calvin Brooks and Jeff Popp singing together. at The Range Steakhouse Lounge at Harrah's, 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
  • Toddler Time: at Aliante Library, 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Karate I: A martial arts class suitable for the entire family that is a combination of Goju-Shorei, Shoto-Kan, Tae Kwan Do, BFK Kenpo and Jujitsu. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. ($27)
  • Kiddie Krafts: A craft class ages 3 to 5. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
  • North Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meetings: Meetings are scheduled on the second Tuesday of every month. at North Las Vegas City Hall, 5:45 p.m.

• Evening

  • 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.
  • Paul Casas: "The ultimate entertainer" at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Hats!: A musical comedy about truning 50 at Harrah's, 6 p.m. ($49.95)
  • Tuesday Nights at Tempo Lounge: Ladies drink free from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Las Vegas Hilton, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Dance Class: Beginning salsa at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ($30)
  • Music Class: Advanced Keyboard at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 7 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)
  • Line Dancing: at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. ($4)
  • Arabesque Lounge: Latin / Flamenco Guitar with Ricardo Griego or Toto Zara at Hyatt Regency at Lake Las Vegas, 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Fremont Street Experience: at Fremont Street Experience, 6:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday Night Boxing: at Las Vegas Hilton, 6:30 p.m. ($25.50 - $75.50)
  • Celebrate Recovery: "Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits." at Faith Community Lutheran Church, 6:30 p.m.
  • Karate II: This class is an extension of Kifaru Karate I. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ($27)
  • Kids Cooking: An introductory class for ages 6 to 13 focusing on kitchen safety, basic tools and how to read and follow recipes. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ($15)
  • American Superstars: American Superstars at The Stratosphere, 7 p.m. ($51)
  • 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)
  • Neil Diamond Tribute starring Jay White: at The Riviera, 7 p.m. ($69.95)
  • Blue Man Group: Watch PVC pipes come alive during the Blue Man Group show at the Venetian. at The Venetian, 7 p.m. ($65 - $110)
  • Evening With the King: Various Elvis Impersonators Perform at The Stage Bar at Hacienda Casino, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Free)
  • Indigo Lounge: Various Artists: Live piano music at the Indigo Lounge inside Bally's nightly at Bally's Indigo Lounge, 7 p.m. to 3 a.m.
  • Poetry Night at ReJAVAnate: at reJAVAnate Coffee Lounge, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Free)
  • Stomp Out Loud at Planet Hollywood: at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, 7 p.m. ($59 - $99)
  • Gordie Brown: at The Venetian, 7 p.m. ($64 - $74)
  • Ka: Cirque du Soleil show at MGM Grand at MGM Grand, 7 p.m. ($108.90 - $165)
  • The Mentalist: Gerry McCambridge: Magic, comedy and mindreading at Hooters Hotel-Casino, 7 p.m. ($36.95)
  • Acoustic bluegrass and old-time music jam sessions.: Practice your bluegrass and old-time music skills at the Lorna J. Kesterson Recreation Center. at Lorna J. Kesterson Valley View Recreation Center, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Casa di Amore's Live Entertainment: Nightly live entertainment by Las Vegas entertainers at Casa di Amore, 7 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • World's Greatest Magic Show: A variety-style magic show. at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 7 p.m. ($61.75 - $72.75)
  • Steve Wyrick: Real Magic: at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, 7 p.m. ($65.95 - $87.95)
  • Live Jazz: Live music and an extensive list of drinks. at The Freakin' Frog, 7 p.m.
  • Matt Newbold: At Hank's Steakhouse at Green Valley Ranch, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Vegas Mob Tour: at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 7 p.m. ($56.25)
  • 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)
  • Menopause the Musical: Comedic outlook of a woman's life after 40. at Las Vegas Hilton, 7 p.m. ($49.50)
  • BMX Class II: at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. ($25)
  • The Platters, Cornell Gunter's Coasters & The Marvelettes: at Sahara, 7:30 p.m.
  • Larger Than Life: Louie Anderson nightly at the Excalibur at Excalibur, 7:30 p.m. ($54)
  • Deja Vu: at Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (Free)
  • Legends in Concert: Tribute concert featuring a variety of re-created acts. at Imperial Palace, 7:30 p.m. ($34.95 - $66.95)
  • Mamma Mia!: at Mandalay Bay, 7:30 p.m. ($49.50 - $110)
  • Deja Vu: Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Casino Resort, 7:30 p.m. (Free)
  • 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)
  • **POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE**Cher: at Caesars Palace, 7:30 p.m. ($95 - $250)
  • Dance Class: Intermediate salsa lessons. at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. ($30)
  • Karaoke at Brendan's Irish Pub: at Brendan’s Irish Pub at the Orleans Hotel, 8 p.m.
  • Hypnotist Anthony Cools: at The Paris, 8 p.m. ($44.95 - $60)
  • ICE: Direct From Russia: at The Riviera, 8 p.m. ($29.95 - $69.95)
  • Mel Brooks' The Producers: Broadway musical turns Las Vegas. at The Paris, 8 p.m. ($69 - $143.50)
  • Tony 'n' Tina's Wedding at the Rio: at The Rio, 8 p.m. ($49.99 - $125)
  • DJ Jose at Take 1 Nightclub: at Take 1 Nightclub, 8 p.m.
  • Cash Karaoke with Jimmy Z: at Brendan’s Irish Pub at the Orleans Hotel, 8 p.m. (Free)
  • Karaoke at H.B.'s Italian Restaurant and Bar: Italian food with a side of karaoke. at H.B.'s Italian Restaurant, 8 p.m.
  • Defending the Caveman: at Golden Nugget, 8 p.m. ($34.95 - $60.45)
  • CANCELLED Monty Python's Spamalot: at Wynn Las Vegas, 8 p.m. ($75.90 - $108)
  • Comedy Stop at the Trop.: at Tropicana Resort & Casino, 8 p.m. ($19.95)
  • Don Tjernagel's Sin City Stand-up: Open Mic Night: Open-mic comedy on Tuesdays at Tequila Cantina at Tequila Cantina, 8 p.m. (Free)
  • Margaritaville Main Stage: Various performers nightly at Flamingo, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Fremont Street Experience: Live music nightly at Fremont Street Experience, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Dueling Pianos: Napoleon's Lounge at The Paris, 8 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)
  • 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.
  • Beauty Bar Not So Beautiful Open Mic Night hosted by Jason Harris: Come show your vocal talents off at Beauty Bar every first three Tuesdays of the month. at Beauty Bar, 8:30 p.m.
  • Sam Riddle: Jazz and R&B by the piano with Sam Riddle at Fitzgeralds, 8:30 p.m.
  • Jamariah: Houdini's Lounge at Monte Carlo, 8:30 p.m. to 12:45 a.m.
  • Barbara & Frank: The Concert that Never Was: Barbara Streisand & Frank Sinatra Impersonator at Riviera at The Riviera, 8:30 p.m. ($39.95)
  • Thea Vidale performs at the Harrah's Improv: at Harrah's, 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• 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)
  • Imperial Palace Karaoke: at Imperial Palace, 9 p.m.
  • Larry's Hide-A-Way Karaoke: Get up and sing or just enjoy others singing. at Larry's Hide-A-Way, 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.
  • Jesse's Gang: Rock from the '70s to the present until 1 a.m. or later. at Tailspin Bar and Grill, 9 p.m. (Free)
  • Excalibur Lounge: Live entertainment nightly at Excalibur, 9 p.m.
  • Wet T-shirt contest: at Freezone, 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 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.
  • DJ Donny Mak: Brew Pub at Monte Carlo, 9 p.m. to 2 a.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)
  • Rock This Town: at South Point Casino Hotel and Spa, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. (Free)
  • Black Camaro at Wasted Space: Local rock band hits the stage at The Hard Rock's newest music venue at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 9 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($10)
  • Rock this Town: In the Orleans at Brendan’s Irish Pub at the Orleans Hotel, 9:30 p.m.
  • 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.
  • Forever Endeavor: Orchid Lounge at Mandalay Bay, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Haunted Vegas Tour and Show: A different kind of Las Vegas history lesson. at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 9:30 p.m. ($56.25)
  • 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)
  • Le Reve: Aquatic aerobatic show at the Wynn Las Vegas at Wynn Las Vegas, 9:30 p.m. ($108.90 - $174.90)
  • The Amazing Johnathan: at Sahara, 10 p.m. ($44.95 - $54.95)
  • Karaoke with JP and Jenn: Its' karaoke at the Art Bar, hosted by JP and Jenn. at Art Bar, 10 p.m.
  • Club Cabana: Hip-hop, R&B and reggae at the Caribbean Cabana at Caribbean Cabana, 10 p.m.
  • Lipz and the Bunkhouse Blues Band: Blues jam session. at Bunkhouse Saloon Bar & Grill, 10 p.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)
  • Jersey Boys: The story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons at The Palazzo Resort Hotel and Casino, 10 p.m. ($70.70 - $147.70)
  • Lance Burton: One of Vegas' most popular and longest-running magic acts. at Monte Carlo, 10 p.m. ($66.50 - $72.55)
  • Blue Man Group: Watch PVC pipes come alive during the Blue Man Group show at the Venetian. at The Venetian, 10 p.m. ($65 - $110)
  • The May Fire at Revolution: It's California rock night at Revolution at Beatles Revolution Lounge, 10 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • Bite at the Stratosphere: Bite at The Stratosphere, 10:30 p.m. ($46)
  • Bite: Topless revue with a biting twist at The Stratosphere, 10:30 p.m. ($45.95)
  • Dance at Firefly: Move to music with a Latin flair when the restaurant transforms into a dance floor. at Firefly, 10:30 p.m.
  • Satellite Bar Tuesdays at the Moon: at The Palms Casino and Resort, 10:30 p.m. to 4 a.m.
  • Thea Vidale performs at the Harrah's Improv: at Harrah's, 10:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • Goldtop Bob and The Goldtoppers: 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 Sinners: Free rock show with special guests every Tuesday night. at The Dive Bar, 11 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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