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Events for July 18, 2008

• Night

  • Chance to win tickets to Auto Club Speedway Race: at The Range Steakhouse Lounge at Harrah's, Midnight
  • 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)
  • 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)
  • The Arts Conservatory: at Reed Whipple Cultural Center, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ($300 - $550)
  • 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)
  • 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
  • NBA Summer League: Professional basketball comes to Las Vegas. at The Thomas and Mack Center, 1 p.m. ($20 - $900)
  • 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.
  • 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)
  • Celebrate Recovery: "Freedom from your hurts, hang-ups and habits." at Faith Community Lutheran Church, 6 p.m.
  • ESPN Friday Night Fights: ESPN Boxing at Terrible's Star of The Desert Arena, 6 p.m. ($10 - $35)
  • 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)
  • Free Family Movies in the Park: at Cimarron Rose Park, 6:30 p.m. (Free)
  • 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.
  • 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)
  • World Famous Lipizzaner Stallions: at South Point Events Center, 7:30 p.m. ($31.50)
  • Michael John's Billy Joel Tribute Show: at South Point Showroom, 7:30 p.m. ($15 - $25)
  • Tayrona Theater Company Production: Spanish-language theater. at Winchester Community Center, 7:30 p.m. ($5 - $7)
  • Kathy Griffin: Comedy peformance from at Mandalay Bay, 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. ($71)
  • Midnight Mayhem: Midnight Mayhem at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
  • 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)
  • Aeromyth: Hear Aerosmith's greatest hits for a fraction of the cost of Aerosmith tickets. at Chrome Showroom at Santa Fe Station, 8 p.m. ($10)
  • Binion's $120 Buy-In Daily Poker Tournament: No limit Hold'em at Binion's Gambling Hall and Hotel, 8 p.m. ($120)
  • '70s Soul Jam: at Texas Station Gambling Hall and Hotel, 8 p.m.
  • Live Entertainment : Inside Club Armadillo at Texas Station Gambling Hall and Hotel, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. (Free)
  • Super Summer Theatre presents "1776": Outdoor theatre at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, 8 p.m. ($10)
  • The Zombies: British rock invades Las Vegas. at The Cannery Hotel & Casino, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. ($9.95 - $59.95)
  • Journey with Heart and Cheap Trick: Three classic rock bands come together in one show. at Mandalay Bay, 8 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. ($57.65 - $131.15)
  • Trisha Yearwood: Gramm-Award winning country music singer. at Orleans Hotel-Casino, 8 p.m. ($82.50 - $110)
  • 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)
  • Donny & Marie Osmond: at MGM Grand, 8:30 p.m. ($95)
  • Aries Spears: With special guests Joel Lindley and Howard Allen. at The Improv Comedy Club at Harrah’s, 8:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. ($35.20)

• 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.
  • 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)
  • The Crush: at Orleans Hotel-Casino, 9 p.m. (Free)
  • The Wreaking Dead, Los Creepers and Stitch Hopeless: Psychobilly punk rock at The Dive Bar, 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)
  • 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)
  • 360: at Suncoast Hotel and Casino, 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)
  • 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)
  • Good Fridays at Tao Beach: at The Venetian, 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. (Free - $20)
  • Dusty Rhodes & The River Band: Folk Rock band plays Downtown for one night. at Beauty Bar, 10 p.m. ($8)
  • Uno Momentum Presents: ISGA, Against the Giant, The Petals, Ex-Dinosaur, Pan De Sal: Indie, experimental rock show. at Bunkhouse Saloon Bar & Grill, 10 p.m.
  • The Disrepair, Heavy Honey, 13 Miles and P3: Indie rock show. at The Freakin' Frog, 10 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)
  • Phoenix: Live band inside Roxy's at Sam's Town. at Roxy's at Sam's Town, 10:30 p.m. (Free)
  • The Hipsters: Live band inside Roxy's at Sam's Town at Roxy's at Sam's Town, 10:30 p.m. (Free)
  • 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)
  • 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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