WHO:
Murphy's Law Bar & Grill patrons and friends
Owner Ron Memo will be available for interviews.
WHAT:
Murphy's Law Bar & Grill will host an all day anniversary party to celebrate opening Las Vegas' favorite locals Irish bar, grill and sports pub one year ago in 2009.
Celebrate the Irish way with specials throughout the day including $2 green beer, $4 shots of Jameson and $4 Clover Bend Over specialty drinks. The tavern will also be selling hamburgers and gourmet hotdogs for $3. Guests who purchase a Murphy's Law tank or t-shirt will receive a free green beer.
While having fun supporting community charity, $1 green shamrock and $5 gold shamrock cutouts will be for sale. Proceeds from the shamrocks will benefit the Southern Nevada chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association and will be displayed in the tavern through the upcoming Halfway to St. Patrick's Day event on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2010.
WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 28, 2010
WHERE:
Murphy's Law Bar & Grill
1590 E. Flamingo Rd.
Las Vegas, NV 89119
www.murphyslawtavern.com
(702) 697-0529

MOB EXPERIENCE IS OFFERING A PEAK INTO THE PAST!

Tourists and residents can catch a sneak peak at seeing the highly interactive display located in the new gift ship for the Mob Experience.  With over 1000 authentic and never before seen artifacts that once belonged to most of the famous mobsters in this century, the museum will open in December this year.  Hosted by the Tropicana, there are artist renderings of its interior, holograms, and photos along with some of the artifacts in cases.
The Preview Center offesr guests a glance of the spectacular interior of what will undoubtedly be an attraction of unprecedented quality.” said Jay Bloom, who is managing partner of Murder Inc.

Visitors can now purchase one of the 2011 Annual Passes to the Las Vegas Mob Experience for $30. There is only 2000 available, and they are expected to be in high demand. 

Throughout the interactive portions of the attraction, guests will be able to determine their “final fate” through experiencing one of several high production value “grand finales”, based on which decisions they made during the tour.  This makes it possible for guests to return over and over and never have the same ending twice. 

GREG LONDON will be having it's media night on Sept 2nd at 7 p.m. at the RIVIERA.

LOUIE ANDERSON will be having it's media night on Sept 14th at 8:30 at PALACE STATION.

Rain Nightclub and Palms Casino Resort host the ultimate retro-inspired roller skating disco party Down & Derby at 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 29. The national skating phenomenon rolls into Las Vegas’ top mega-nightclub to throw another dance party in conjunction with RollerCon’s event as Dance Off, Pants Off featuring DJ party jams by resident skate guard DJs SHR3D. RollerCon attendees with proper credentials receive free admission.

Las Vegas hosts RollerCon, the annual Roller Derby Convention featuring seminars, parties, exhibitions and more beginning Wednesday, July 28 through Sunday, Aug. 1. The five-day convention draws in derby players of all skill levels, coaches, league members, fans and anyone else interested in derby or roller skating. Some events are free and others are for registered attendees only. For more information, visit www.rollercon.net or follow them on Twitter.

Down & Derby, the best party on wheels, is a retro-inspired roller skating party created and designed to give attendees a unique nightlife experience. The interactive throwback events have been tearing up roller rinks in NYC, Pittsburgh, Pomona and Los Angeles, combining décor reminiscent of a 70s roller disco with attendees participating by wearing fashion attire evocative of the era. DJs known for pushing the limits of mixing and music production are procured, adding vibrant energy to the event with both underground and popular mixes. Upcoming 2010 event dates: Aug. 19, Sept. 23, Oct. 21, Nov. 18 and Dec. 16.

Entry is $5 in advance and $15 at the door. Quad skates of every size will be available to rent for $5. Guests are welcome to bring their own roller skates to the event. For dress code information and to RSVP, please visit www.downandderby.org. Guests must be 21 and over.

Down and Derby
Rising event producers and promoters, Vince Masi and Richard Alexander, are currently bringing one-of-a-kind events to Las Vegas with plans to expand the roller skating rink revival to other west coast cities. Vince Masi has previously worked with the marketing and event production team of Red Bull in New York, as well as managed and promoted up-and-coming DJs on the brink of discovery. A graduate from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Richard Alexander is currently an Events & Marketing Manager and founder of DTK Productions, LLC. Alexander has a leading role in creating and implementing over-the-top events within the fashion, nightlife and entertainment industries in Las Vegas.

Award-winning Playboy Comedy announces August 2010 schedule. Hosted by Cort McCown and Paul Hughes, all shows take place inside The Lounge at the Palms Casino Resort. A longer lead schedule is listed below as well. A full schedule can also be found at www.playboycomedytour.com.
August 5 through 7 – Shane Mauss (Last Comic Standing) & Kyle Dunnigan (Reno 911); special host Arden Myrin (MADtv)
August 12 through 14 – Patrice O’Neal (The Green Room)
August 19 through 21 – Jamie Kaler and Mike Bunin (“Men of My Boys Tour”)
August 26 through 28 – Ian Bagg (Comedy Central) & April Macie (I Am Comic)
Show Times Thursday – 9 p.m. Friday – 9 p.m. Saturday – 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Ticket prices are $39.99* (inclusive of taxes) which includes entry into the legendary Playboy Club following the show. *Locals’ will receive a special ticket price of $19.99 for all Thursday shows.
Tickets can be purchased at www.palms.com or the Palms Box Office, open daily from noon until 7 p.m. For more information on upcoming shows, please call 702-944-3200.

EXECUTIVE MONKEYS at the Palms on Wednesday nights at 9 p.m. Improv comedy at it's best. Every week a new guest star. Check it out. $25 per person.

SG. PEPPER'S BAND has been extended into September at the Paris.

LOLITA'S, a new bar and grill opening in Town Square this week.

ROCK N RITA'S now open for great marguaritas and food inside Circus Circus.

TODD PAUL, the crazy comic at HOOTERS, is celebrating his one year anniversary there.
LOUIE ANDERSON RELOCATING TO COMEDY CLUB AT PALACE STATION
Comedian Louie Anderson will close his “Larger Than Life” show at the Excalibur on Aug. 1 and move his show to team with national comedy club owner Joe Sanfelippo . The two time emmy award winning Louie, will begin a new headlining residency at Palace Station on Tuesday, Sept. 7, in the Bonkerz Comedy Club Showroom.
Palace Station will be renaming the showroom after Anderson and change the 250-seat room with Anderson’s memorabilia decorating the walls. He will come with his well known “Standup Boot Camp,” which he co-founded with comedian Kyle Cease, to Palace Station. “Standup Boot Camp” is an interactive seminar where Anderson and Cease help young comedians in every aspect of the entertainment industry. More information can be found at www.standupbootcamp.com.

VEGAS MOB EXPERIENCE WILL OPEN AT TROPICANA

The Las Vegas Mob Experience will open at the Tropicana in December and use the latest “interactive entertainment technology” to immerse guests in a presentation of the rise and fall off organized crime. With first person accountings and (3-D holograms) of many of the famous gangsters, visitors will also have the opportunity to meet the “family members” of a number of the men and women who will be met throughout the Experience.
The Experience has generously been bestowed with a huge collection of authentic artifacts, memorabilia, photos and videos. Relatives of Meyer Lansky, Bugsy Siegel and many more have all donated pictures, videos, clothing, and many unique never before seen documents from the by gone era. .
BRAD GARRETT OPENS HIS OWN COMEDY CLUB AT TROPICANA
Emmy award-winning actor/comedian Brad Garrett will be headlining his own new comedy club, “Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club” at the Tropicana. Beginning Monday, June 28 through Sunday, July 4. After the first week, Garrett will make additional club appearances – some scheduled and some unexpected – both doing stand-up and greeting patrons at the door.
COMEDIAN BILL MAHER COMES TO THE ORLEANS SHOWROOM
“Politically Incorrect” comedian and political commentator Bill Maher will be back with his well known humor to The Orleans Showroom for a two-night engagement, July 17 at 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets start from $54.95, call 702-365-7075.
World Market Center Las Vegas has announced an encore to the last Market's opening night celebration. The second annual "Alfresco, A Taste of Las Vegas" will be Monday, August 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on opening night of Summer Las Vegas Market, Gift+Home and Vegas Kids.

Attendees will sample culinary creations from celebrated Las Vegas chefs.Celebrity Chef Bradley Ogden will be one of the many chefs to personally serve his creations. Live cooking demonstrations, rhythmic sounds from a club DJ and video montages will provide an continual ambience thru out the evening.

"World-class dining isn't just about the edible delights and delicacies, it's about the ambiance, the atmosphere and the furnishings," said Robert Maricich, President and Chief Executive Officer of World Market Center Las Vegas . "Las Vegas' finest restaurateurs know that, and so do our attendees. There's no better way to emphasize that point than to bring together the best in food and furnishings, all under the beautiful desert sky."

"Alfresco, a Taste of Las Vegas" will be outdoors in the Grand Plaza at World Market Center Las Vegas . Set in the Grand Plaza it will be magically transformed into a resort-like environment. With an imagined swimming pool, cabanas and a series of tiered daises featuring vignettes from some of the most prominent, outdoor furniture manufacturers from the U.S. and around the world.


GRANDMA LEE Las Vegas just can’t get enough of the sassy senior, which is why “America’s Got Talent” finalist Grandma Lee will be returning to headline at Bonkerz Comedy Club at Palace Station July 5 through Sept. 4 nightly. Fans will have a chance to see Grandma Lee uncut and uncensored.
The Oklahoma native is a 76-year-old grandmother that has surprised audiences all over the country with her off-color humor.
Lee made millions laugh as they watched America's Got Talent, and shed made it all the way to the grand finale last season.
“I’m really excited to be back again for another round at Bonkerz Comedy Club. The audience here in Las Vegas really is the best,” said Grandma Lee.
About Bonkerz Comedy Club
Bonkerz Comedy Club, winner of the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s 2010 “Best Comedy Club,” presents six headliner shows weekly – Monday through Saturday at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $34.95 each. Station Casinos hotel guests and locals with a valid Nevada ID receive a $15 discount. Bonkerz hosts a comedy jam Sunday evenings featuring local up-and-coming comics at 8:30 p.m. The club features a rotating schedule with a new headliner and feature act every week. Doors open one hour before showtime and guests must be 18 years or older. Tickets can be purchased at any Station Casinos Reward Center and The Fiestas or by calling (702) 547-5300 or log onto www.stationcasinos.com.

“Vegas The Show”
History with Humor, A Story in Song

“Vegas The Show,” a Las Vegas history themed show starring entertainment ambassador Tony Sacca and comic impressionist Tom Wallek, in the Embassy Theatre at the Las Vegas Rocks Café at 2:30 p.m
.
“Vegas The Show” is an afternoon program with an optional lunch offer. The show is a story in song featuring music, comedy and a multimedia journey through the history of Las Vegas. It starts from the 1930s, progresses to the present day, and includes a look into the future of Las Vegas in the year 2050.

“Vegas The Show” stars a cast of five: singer, entertainer and television personality Tony Sacca; comic impressionist
Tom Wallek; and “Vegas The Show-Girls”- principal singer/dancer of “Jubilee!” - Laurie Caceres, and singers/dancers
Nellie Norris and Amanda Kaiser. Tickets are $19.95 plus tax and lunch is an extra $5.

Wallek humorously narrates the show and portrays famous characters from the past and present while he guides the audience through the history of Las Vegas while presenting 75-years of video…decade by decade. The ladies in the show portray famous Las Vegas entertainers from the past and present.

The show consists of songs made famous by legendary Las Vegas headliners as well as five original Las Vegas songs. Grammy Award winner Gary Anderson was the orchestrator and arranger, who skillfully maintained the integrity of the original music.

The Las Vegas Rocks Café is located downtown at Neonopolis, 450 Fremont Street. There’s easy access free validation parking on Fourth Street between Fremont Street and Ogden in the underground Neonopolis Parking Garage. Wed, Thurs and Sat. For tickets and information, call 702-227-5872 (LVRC) - 702-364-8669. or website: www.reservations@lasvegasrockscafe.com

VENTANOS- The Most Perfect Italian Feeling!

By Shelley Stepanek

VENTANOS,  has a spectacular view of the whole valley. Built high on the hill, fashioned after a Tuscany estate, the ambience immediately brings on a feel of peace and tranquility. Chef Arnauld Briand, who was born in Paris is one of the finest chiefs I have encountered.  Arnauld began at the age of 15 training at the Paris Hilton.  He graduated from the French Culinary Institute, L’Ecole Hoteliere and immediately was hired by a renowned catering and pastry shop in Europe .  He trained with three-star chef Michel Guerard and collaborated with him in opening a restaurant in the French mountainside.  In 1984 at 24, Briand arrived in New York and became the executive chef at Cellar in the Sky, a gourmet dining room at Windows on the World.  Soon he opened five Mexican restaurants and the first 'French-Mexican’ restaurant in Manhattan.  After uprooting from New York to Las Vegas to work at the Palace Court in Caesars, he received numerous awards. In 1996 he went to work at the Desert Inn as executive chef.  But the desire to own his own place prompted him to go to work on building his own place, thus- Ventanos. So in 2002 his dream became a reality.  I started my meal with the grilled shrimp on a stone, sizzling on a square of granite, and the beef carpaccio salad served on a bed of greens.  The Rigatoni Portofino, with pink sauce, ham, peas, mushrooms, and onions was superb. With steamed mussels and clams, lobster Bisque, tortellini’s and raviolis, all made fresh daily, the menu is perfect.  The Filetto Di Salmone grilled with zucchini and tomato is a definite must. If you are really ready for huge portions, try the Roasted Rack of Lamb. 

There is a banquet room with a deck that can seat up to 150 or host the nicest wedding imaginable, a separate bar and an extended wine list.  Book early as this is by far one of the most popular restaurants in Henderson.  Located at 191 S. Arroyo Grande Blvd. Henderson, NV 89012.  Corner of Horizon Ridge.  For reservations call 702-944-4848.

June 21, 2010-World Market Center Las Vegas has announced an encore to the last Market's opening night celebration. The second annual "Alfresco, A Taste of Las Vegas" will be Monday, August 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on opening night of Summer Las Vegas Market, Gift+Home and Vegas Kids.

Attendees will sample culinary creations from celebrated Las Vegas chefs.Celebrity Chef Bradley Ogden will be one of the many chefs to personally serve his creations. Live cooking demonstrations, rhythmic sounds from a club DJ and video montages will provide an continual ambience thru out the evening.

"World-class dining isn't just about the edible delights and delicacies, it's about the ambiance, the atmosphere and the furnishings," said Robert Maricich, President and Chief Executive Officer of World Market Center Las Vegas . "Las Vegas' finest restaurateurs know that, and so do our attendees. There's no better way to emphasize that point than to bring together the best in food and furnishings, all under the beautiful desert sky."

"Alfresco, a Taste of Las Vegas" will be outdoors in the Grand Plaza at World Market Center Las Vegas . Set in the Grand Plaza it will be magically transformed into a resort-like environment. With an imagined swimming pool, cabanas and a series of tiered daises featuring vignettes from some of the most prominent, outdoor furniture manufacturers from the U.S. and around the world.

COMEDIAN BILL MAHER COMES TO THE ORLEANS SHOWROOM
“Politically Incorrect” comedian and political commentator Bill Maher will be back with his well known humor to The Orleans Showroom for a two-night engagement, July 17 at 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets start from $54.95, call 702-365-7075.

NU Sanctuary Lounge opened to a huge group of the Who’s Who in Las Vegas on May 27th. Located in Town Square in a brand new spot, the elegant lounge has as it’s centerpiece a gold and light inspired tree wrapping it’s way across the ceiling. The outdoor patio area, with its’ lavo rocks burners, gives it an air of warmth. With a hookah like atmosphere, and cuisine from around the world, this will be one of the hot spots this summer. 6605 South Las Vegas Blvd. Nulounge.com.

BADDA BING-FROM STRIP CLUB TO CHAPEL

Badda Bing owner Rick Belcastro presented Reverend Monti Rock III with his own wedding chapel inside the famous nightclub. The Reverend performed his first wedding with a Palm Beach Couple on May 26th, the night the room was dedicated. It is the first-every wedding Venus anywhere in a gentlemen’s club. 3500 W. Naples Drive. Las Vegas, Nv 89103 www.baddabinglv.com


DAO the Asian Celebration has opened at the Riviera. Wed through Monday at 7 p.m. prices are $39.99 thru $69.99. This world class ensemble of artists will amaze you with their creative high-energy acts. Direct from the People’s Republic of China come out and get a little inspired.

International Queen of Burlesque Dita Von Teese
Offers Meet and Greets During Limited Engagement
With MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris

                            
Location:                                    MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris Cabaret
                                                     MGM Grand Hotel and Casino
                                                          3799 Las Vegas Blvd. South
                                                     Las Vegas, NV 89109
                                                                                    
Price:                                          $75.00 includes a pair of tickets
                                                               $125.00 includes a pair of tickets and Meet and Greet passes    
                                                          (Plus taxes and service fees)

Ticket Purchase:                        Tickets and Meet and Greet passes can be purchased at MGM Grand ticketing outlets, by phone at (702) 891-7777 or
                                                     (800) 929-1111, or online at www.mgmgrand.com or www.ticketmaster.com    
 


Show Times:                               Dita Von Teese’s series of exclusive performances are at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. on the following dates (dark on Tuesday)

DAO-THE ASIAN CELEBRATION OPENS AT THE RIVIERA

The Riviera Hotel and Casino brings in a new show direct direct from China, DAO - The Asian Celebration, on May 12.

The show offers acrobatics, dance and martial arts in fusion with stunning costumes, exquisite stage design and beautiful music. DAO is described as "mind and body in motion."

Artistic Director, Hou Chunyan left his home of Wu Qiao, People's Republic of China to tour and perform in numerous productions including the premier of Disney Studio's animated film classic "Mulan," the United Nations Peace Summit and several shows in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The show will run Wednesdays through Mondays (dark Tuesday) at 8 pm in the Mardi Gras Theatre, Level 3.

RUBIO’S BEACH MEX REACHES ACROSS THE US 

What started as a spring break vacation to San Felipe, in Baja California 25 years ago, has exploded into a chain of over 190 Rubio’s Fish Taco restaurants throughout the western part of the United States. Ralph Rubio so loved the flavors of fish tacos, than when he returned home to San Diego he knew he had found something unique. Over the next few years, Ralph went into action, deciding that this was his future business and mission in life. Ralph, along with his father, co-founded, Rubio’s Fresh Mexican Grill. Since 1983, Ralph has sold more than 50 million fish tacos.  

Rubio’s now has moved on from fish tacos to char grilled mahi mahi, sautéed shrimp, grilled mesquite shrimp burritos and is soon coming out with more new items including salads. All restaurants give you the inviting laid back feeling of Baja-California. Restaurants have fish tanks, surfboards, and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.  

With a full test kitchen in Carlsbad, Ralph along with the many chefs that pour over new recipes spend hours testing what the public likes. Each item insures that the flavors will pack a wallop to the tongue. Adding whole wheat tortillas as a staple, habanera sauce to many items and specializing in a crispy cheese on some of the items, he has moved up the ladder in terms of new flavors. He has popularized cilantro, garlic and black pepper into many items. Rubio’s has HealthMex offerings, which are lower in fat and calories. Sauces are unique to Rubio’s, made from scratch daily and they serve domestic and imported beer at many locations.  

Rubio’s has 8 Las Vegas locations, including the Monte Carlo, Red Rock and Aliante casinos. Other locations are E. Serene and Eastern, Sahara and Fort Apache, W. Lake Mead and Tenaya. Hours vary by location. Rubio’s can pack party trays to feed any group size. Order at rubios.com.