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Events for August 26, 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)
  • 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)
  • 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 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.

• 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)
  • 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.
  • 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)
  • I Am the Thief at ReJAVAnate: Punk night at ReJAVAnate at reJAVAnate Coffee Lounge, 8 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • 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)

• Night

  • 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.
  • 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)
  • Shoes that Rock fashion show at Hawaiian Tropic Zone: at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, 9 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • 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 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)
  • 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)
  • 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.
  • Neon Trees at Wasted Space: at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 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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  • Burning Man: Black Rock City, Time TBA ($295)

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