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Events for December 1, 2008

• Early Morning

  • 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 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)
  • Baby Music Study at UNLV: What's your baby thinking? at UNLV Department of Psychology, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Free)
  • Glow: Living Lights Exhibit at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum: at Las Vegas Natural History Museum, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Free - $8)
  • A December to remember Holiday Festival at the Las Vegas Natural History Museum: at Las Vegas Natural History Museum, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ($4 - $8)
  • Free White “Reindeer” Gift Exchange & Social at Derfelt Senior Citizens Center: at Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
  • 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 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)
  • 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)
  • Drawing: A class for ages 6 to 12. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. ($18)
  • Hip Hop: A class for ages 6 to 12. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. ($18)
  • The Green House exhibit at Springs Preserve: at Springs Preserve, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Free Holiday Decorating at Las Vegas Senior Center: at Las Vegas Senior Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Free)
  • 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)
  • Daylife Sundays at Wet Republic: Pool party at MGM Grand at MGM Grand, 11 a.m. to 6 p.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)
  • Turkey Leftovers Potluck at Las Vegas Senior Center: at Las Vegas Senior Center, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Free)

• Afternoon

  • Mega Stack Series: Poker tournament at Caesars Palace, Noon
  • Sin: This topless club is always open and never charges locals a cover. at Sin, Noon to noon (Free - $20)
  • Harrah's Carnaval Court: Listen to live bands play music outdoors under the canopy of the Carnaval Court, just outside the doors of Harrah's Casino on the strip. at Harrah's, 12:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • 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 6 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)
  • Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre: at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, 3 p.m. ($15 - $49)
  • $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.
  • Live jazz at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: A coffee break with something extra. at Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Free)
  • Dueling Pianos: The Bar at Times Square at New York New York, 3 p.m. to 3 a.m.
  • Tiny Toes Ballet: A class for ages 3 and 4. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 3:15 p.m. to 4 p.m. ($12)
  • Computer Basics: A beginning class that teaches the fundamentals of computers. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. ($15)
  • Rick Chavez: Latin / Jazz guitarist Rick Chavez at The Bally's Tequila Bar, 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
  • Games for Seniors: at Centennial Hills Active Adult Center, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Free)
  • Badminton: 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)
  • 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.
  • Reading Corner: Join North Las Vegas Fire Chief Al Gillespie as he reads children's books. at Aliante Library, 4 p.m.
  • Drawing: A class for ages 7 to 18. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. ($18)
  • Ballet: A class for ages 6 to 12. at Hollywood Recreation and Community Services Center , 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. ($18)
  • Russian artist Klever’s Creation of a new Homo Sovieticus at the Arts Factory: at The Arts Factory, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Free)
  • World AIDS Day Dinner Soiree at Nove Italiano: at Nove Italiano, 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. ($30)
  • Free Paint Night: at The Artful Potter Summerlin, 5 p.m. to 9 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.
  • Football Mondays at the House of Blues: at House of Blues, 5 p.m. to 11:59 p.m.
  • Haunted Vegas Tours: at Greek Isles Hotel and Casino, 5 p.m. ($46.25 - $57.25)
  • Martini Madness daily happy at the El Cortez: at El Cortez, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • The Real Deal! with host Vinnie Favorito at The Venetian: at The Venetian, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. ($45 - $125)
  • Gift of Lights at Sunset Park: at Sunset Park, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. ($11 - $13)
  • 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.
  • Yoga 101: Develop strength with flexibility. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. ($15)
  • Basic Sewing: Step-by-step instructions on how to operate a sewing machine for ages 7 to adult. It's an opportunity to learn how to sew and take home your creations. at North Las Vegas Neighborhood Recreation Center, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ($27)
  • Opportunity Village's Magical Forest: at Opportunity Village , 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. ($7.50 - $9.50)

• Evening

  • Tournament of Kings: Las Vegas dinner show filled with jousting, maidens and no utensils at Excalibur, 6 p.m. ($54.95)
  • 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.
  • Bonnie Mizell: T-Bone's Chophouse & Lounge at Red Rock Casino Resort, 6 p.m.
  • Hats!: A musical comedy about truning 50 at Harrah's, 6 p.m. ($49.95)
  • 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.
  • “You Can’t Catch Me" - Gingerbread Baby Pajama Party at The Enterprise Library: at Enterprise Library, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • American Superstars: American Superstars at The Stratosphere, 7 p.m. ($51)
  • 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)
  • The Country Superstars Tribute: Impersonations of country music stars. at Fitzgeralds, 7 p.m. ($39.95)
  • 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)
  • Le Reve: Aquatic aerobatic show at the Wynn Las Vegas at Wynn Las Vegas, 7 p.m. ($108.90 - $174.90)
  • Love: Cirque du Soleil show celebrates The Beatles at Mirage, 7 p.m. ($165 - $137.50)
  • The Mentalist: Gerry McCambridge: Magic, comedy and mindreading at Hooters Hotel-Casino, 7 p.m. ($36.95)
  • Menopause the Musical: Comedic outlook of a woman's life after 40. at Las Vegas Hilton, 7 p.m. ($49.50)
  • 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)
  • Spirit of the King: With Steve Connolly as Elvis at Fitzgeralds, 7 p.m. ($29.95 - $49.95)
  • 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)
  • Karaoke with Country Chuck: at Gold Coast, 7 p.m. (Free)
  • Criss Angel Believe at Luxor: at Luxor, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. ($59 - $150)
  • "V" The Ultimiate Variety Show: at V Theatre inside Miracle Mile Shops, 7 p.m. ($59 - $69)
  • Sourcer-Ers Toastmasters meeting at Findlay Henderson Honda : at Findlay Henderson Honda, 7:15 p.m. (Free)
  • Thom Kaz, Rock 'n' Roll Hynotist: at Palace Station, 7:30 p.m.
  • An Evening at La Vage starring Frank Marino: at The Riviera, 7:30 p.m. ($55 - $65)
  • 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)
  • Legends in Concert: Tribute concert featuring a variety of re-created acts. at Imperial Palace, 7:30 p.m. ($34.95 - $66.95)
  • Jeff McBride Magic at the Edge at Palace Station: at Palace Station, 7:30 p.m. ($49)
  • Karaoke: at Freezone, 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)
  • Carrot Top at the Luxor: at Luxor, 8 p.m. ($52.50)
  • CANCELLED Monty Python's Spamalot: at Wynn Las Vegas, 8 p.m. ($75.90 - $108)
  • Open Jam with Cold Cuts: Open mic night at H.B.'s Italian Restaurant and Bar at H.B.'s Italian Restaurant, 8 p.m.
  • Comedy Stop at the Trop.: at Tropicana Resort & Casino, 8 p.m. ($19.95)
  • Michael Lee: Michael Lee sings the golden oldies' at the Fitzgeralds Thursdays through Mondays at Fitzgeralds, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • 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)
  • Naughty Ladies Saloon Karaoke: Enjoy a night of karaoke and dance inside the Naughty Ladies Saloon at Arizona Charlie's. at Arizona Charlie's Decatur, 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
  • Live Jazz: Live music and an extensive list of drinks. at The Freakin' Frog, 8:30 p.m.
  • Tournament of Kings: Las Vegas dinner show filled with jousting, maidens and no utensils at Excalibur, 8:30 p.m. ($54.95)
  • "V" The Ultimiate Variety Show: at V Theatre inside Miracle Mile Shops, 8:30 p.m. ($59 - $69)
  • Stephen Thomas at The Comedy Stop: at Tropicana Resort & Casino, 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. ($21.95)

• Night

  • Karaoke: at Bill's Gamblin' Hall & Saloon, 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
  • Karaoke at Tailspin Bar and Grill: at Tailspin Bar and Grill, 9 p.m.
  • Indigo Lounge: Various Artists: Live piano music at the Indigo Lounge inside Bally's nightly at Bally's Indigo Lounge, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • Dr. Scott Lewis: Outrageous Comedy Hypnosis at The Riviera, 9 p.m. ($22.95)
  • Wayne Brady's Making **it Up: at The Venetian, 9 p.m. ($69 - $149)
  • Latin Dance Party: Listen and dance to latin music. at Roxy's at Sam's Town, 9 p.m.
  • Larry G. Jones: The Man of 1,002 Voices at Fitzgeralds, 9 p.m. ($22 - $31)
  • Rockstar Karaoke : Karaoke with a live rock band. at House of Blues, 9 p.m. (Free)
  • Imperial Palace Karaoke: at Imperial Palace, 9 p.m.
  • Tailspin Bar and Grill Karaoke: Karaoke night hosted by Geoff Garrett. at Tailspin Bar and Grill, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • Excalibur Lounge: Live entertainment nightly at Excalibur, 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.
  • The Limit: Orchid Lounge at Mandalay Bay, 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)
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • The Scintas: Variety show at Las Vegas Hilton, 9:30 p.m. ($39.95 - $64.99)
  • 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)
  • Club Cabana: Hip-hop, R&B and reggae at the Caribbean Cabana at Caribbean Cabana, 10 p.m.
  • Don Tjernagel's Sin City Stand-up: Monday night comedy at Tequila Cantina at Tequila Cantina, 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)
  • The Bargain DJ Collective: at Double Down Saloon, 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. (Free)
  • 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)
  • Love: Cirque du Soleil show celebrates The Beatles at Mirage, 10 p.m. ($165 - $137.50)
  • 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)
  • Stephen Thomas at The Comedy Stop: at Tropicana Resort & Casino, 10:30 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. ($21.95)
  • Panama: Enjoy '80s rock and Top 40 Hits performing Thursday-Monday. at Dick's Last Resort, 11 p.m. (Free)
  • Lonnie Motley's Funk Related Things: 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)
  • Godspeed : Nightlife Ultra Lounge every Mondays inside the Foudnation Room at Mandalay Bay, 11 p.m. to 4 a.m.
  • Fahrenheit on Viva Vision : at Fremont Street Experience, 11 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. (Free)
  • 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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