Events for August 20, 2008
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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)
- 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)
- Toddler Time: at Aliante Library, 9:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
- 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)
- Preschool Story Time: at James I. Gibson Library, 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. (Free)
- 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)
- 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 Green House exhibit at Springs Preserve: at Springs Preserve, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- 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 The Never Ending Story, 10:30 a.m.
- Toddler Time: at Aliante Library, 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Bally's "Jubilee!" Backstage Tour: Don't just see the show, see how it all comes together in a backstage tour. at Bally's Las Vegas, 11 a.m. ($10 - $15)
- 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 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)
- 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
- Around the World: An early childhood development class for ages 18 months to 5 years. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , Noon to 12:45 p.m. ($12)
- Tell Me About Yourself: Through painting, drawing, picture stories and collages, children ages 4 to 6 will discover themselves. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. ($15)
- Las Vegas Classic Jazz Band: Six-piece band performs daily at Gold Coast, 1 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)
- Jerry Tiffe : Don't forget your dancin' shoes! at Santa Fe Station, 2 p.m. to 4 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)
- Aliante Library Teen Advisory Group: Middle and High School students meet for a variety of activities. at Aliante Library, 2:30 p.m.
- 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.
- 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.
- Music class: Beginning guitar, level I at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. ($30)
- Ballet, Tap and Tumbling: Kids ages 3 to 5 will learn the fundamentals for dance and tumbling in a fun setting. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. ($15)
- Tumbling Tots Gymnastics: A beginning class for ages 3 to 5 that teaches the fundamentals of gymnastics. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. ($15)
- 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, 4:30 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. ($15)
- Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas: Authentic bands from Munich, Germany. at Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Fab Four Mania: Experience Beatlemania all over again. at V Theatre inside Miracle Mile Shops, 5:30 p.m. ($49 - $79)
- Karaoke Contest: Both Men and Women's Division with cash prizes. at Hacienda Casino, 5:30 p.m. (Free)
- 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.
- Arts & Crafts class: Learn how to weave. at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ($50)
- Ballet, Tap and Tumbling II: A class for participants with at least three sessions of experience. Instructor's permission is needed to enroll. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. ($15)
- 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, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. ($15)
- Beginner Gymnastics: A beginning class for ages 6 to 14 that builds a strong foundation of basic elements for gymnastics. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. ($15)
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.
- North Las Vegas City Council Meetings: Meetings are scheduled on the first and third Wednesday of every month. at North Las Vegas City Hall, 6 p.m.
- Ceramics Class: Pottery: Scout Merit Badge at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 6 p.m. ($36)
- Dance Class: Beginning ballet and folklorico at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. ($25)
- Music Class: Intermediat guitar at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. ($30)
- BMX Club: A chance to sharpen your BMX skills. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Free)
- Skateboarding Club: at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Free)
- American Superstars: American Superstars at The Stratosphere, 6:30 p.m. ($51)
- Visual Arts class: Develop drawing skills. at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ($36)
- Painting Notebook: A basic painting class for ages 12 to 17 that uses watercolor and acrylics. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. ($21)
- Lance Burton: One of Vegas' most popular and longest-running magic acts. at Monte Carlo, 7 p.m. ($66.50 - $72.55)
- Mystery Book Group: Mystery Book Group at Barnes & Noble Stephanie Street, 7 p.m.
- 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)
- Bonnie Graham and Mike Shane: Variety music. at Becker’s Steakhouse, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. (Free)
- Bike Night Blowout: With The Moanin' Blacksnakes at Hogs and Heifers, 7 p.m. (Free)
- William Moran Jazz Trio: at Romance Ultra Lounge, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Vegas Mob Tour: at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 7 p.m. ($56.25)
- Dance Class: Intermediate ballet and folklorico at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ($25)
- Educational classes: Beginning computer skills in Spanish at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ($45)
- Music Class: Advanced guitar at East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. ($30)
- A Late Summer A-Fair at CatHouse: Carnival games at CatHouse to support the Nevada Cancer Institute at Luxor, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. ($150)
- Bobby Dickerson: Variety music. at Round Bar at Rampart Casino, 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (Free)
- Deja Vu: at Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Resort, 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)
- 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)
- Jeff McBride Magic at the Edge at Palace Station: at Palace Station, 7:30 p.m. ($49)
- Karaoke at ReJAVAnate: at reJAVAnate Coffee Lounge, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- DJ Jose at Take 1 Nightclub: at Take 1 Nightclub, 8 p.m.
- Karaoke with Jimmy Z and Sally Zito: Watch Jimmy Z and Sall Zito perform live and seize the chance to perform alongside the duo. at Jack's Irish Pub at Palace Station, 8 p.m. to midnight
- Rejavanate Karaoke: Karaoke at reJAVAnate Coffee Lounge, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- The Fab Unplugged: A celebration of the Beatles at Roxy's at Sam's Town, 8 p.m. to 11:59 a.m. (Free)
- Binion's $120 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 8 p.m. ($120)
- Tom Rhodes at The Comedy Stop: at Tropicana Resort & Casino, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. ($22)
- 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.
- Frankie Moreno Band: This musical blend of rock, punk and funk is a high-energy staple downtown. at Rush Lounge, 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. (Free)
- American Superstars: American Superstars at The Stratosphere, 8:30 p.m. ($51)
Night
- Open Mic/ Open Jam : Open Mic/ Open Jam at Ice House Lounge, 9 p.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)
- Imperial Palace Karaoke: at Imperial Palace, 9 p.m.
- Tropics Lounge Karaoke: It's karaoke time at the Tropics Lounge. at Tropicana Resort & Casino, 9 p.m. to 2 a.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.
- 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.
- 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)
- Yellow Brick Road: at Ovation, 9 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.
- 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)
- Reggae Wednesdays with DJ Pryme Tyme and DJ Frankie Dread: Reggae DJs take the spin beats every Friday night at Take 1 Night Club at Take 1 Nightclub, 10 p.m.
- Squiggy's Karaoke: Sing karaoke at Squiggy's every Wednesday night. at Squiggy's , 10 p.m.
- Club Cabana: Hip-hop, R&B and reggae at the Caribbean Cabana at Caribbean Cabana, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
- Live music every night at the Sand Dollar Blues Lounge.: at Sand Dollar Blues Nightclub and Lounge, 10 p.m. (Free)
- X Burlesque at Bugsy's Cabaret in the Flamingo: Traditional burlesque meets spunky dance styles of the MTV generation in "X-Burlesque.'' at Flamingo, 10 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. ($53.30 - $65.40)
- Rocket Wednesdays : The top industry members can enjoy drink specials and rock music from DJ Spair at Beatles Revolution Lounge, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
- HighDro 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)
- Rock Night with Jay Bolan: Local bands play on Wednesdays. at The Canyon Club, 10:30 p.m. ($10)
- Dance at Firefly: Move to music with a Latin flair when the restaurant transforms into a dance floor. at Firefly, 10:30 p.m.
- Godskitchen: International DJ brand. at Body English, 10:30 p.m. to 4 a.m. ($20)
- Absoludicirious: Jazz night 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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- Cirque du Soleil's Delirium at local area theaters: See the latest Cirque extravaganza for a lot less money. at Red Rock Casino Resort, Time TBA ($20)
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