Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Hey There Rock Stars--end of July is here in Vegas!

Hey there Rock Stars, Fans, WannaBe’s and Everyone Else!

Welcome to the End-of-July Edition of “What to do In Vegas”!

And Happy Christmas In July to all the folks that watched QVC this weekend! Great stuff!

And weren’t the Thunder Storms over the weekend great! For someone originally from Florida, I miss the rain and the thunder!

Well, it’s another great day here in Fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada! The temperature is hovering around 108 dees-grees, the sun is out, dice are rolling, slot machines are whirring and all is well with the world.

Just got wind of another great freebie: check out www.ChesterFrench.com for a free album. Do they still call them Albums? They were at Palazzo last week . . . great band . . . but they remind of me of someone . . . who?

And speaking of The Palazzo, check out DJ Vice Sundays. Complimentary Admission for Locals. And Facebook Users: Text ‘Fan Lavo’ to 32665 to be added to the Fanpage. Checkout www.LavoLV.com.

Now that the heat is really here, ya gotta checkout Wet Republic, The Ultra Pool at MGM Grand. Open 7 days per week from 11am to dusk.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is still hot and hotter. Rogue Friday Nite Live at the Pool. Upcoming: Los Lonely Boys with Los Lobos on August 14. Big Bad Voodoo Daddy on August 21. George Clinton is here on August 28. Puddle of Mudd on September 4. Collective Soul with Black Stone Cherry on September 11 (a date not to forget!) And on sale this Saturday, The Bravery on September 18. Ticketmaster: 1.800.745.3000. www.HardRockHotel.com. For VIP Cabanas, call 702.693.5555 or Nightlife@hrhvegas.com. Resident DJ88.

And let’s not forget: Marilyn Manson is LIVE at Hard Rock August 21. www.TheJointLasVegas.com or www.HardRockHotel.com. Ticketmaster: 1.800.745.3000.

Finally: Beyonce. I am Yours at the Encore Theatre July 30 through August 2. 702.770.DIVA or www.EncoreLasVegas.com. Go to www.LasVegasWeekly.com or www.LasVegasSun.com for your chance to win a Beyonce Staycation!

Remember Dive-In Movies at Mandalay Beach – Free Admission w/2 Drink Pre-Purchase Required ($10). Watch a widescreen flick while floating in the pool. Must be 21. www.MandalayBay.com.

Lance Burton is still at the Monte Carlo—13 years now! Go see him!

Criss Angel is over at the Luxor. Great guy!

And yes, Red Rock is busy this month: also appearing for One Explosive Night of Song & Revelry is Toby Keith! Saturday, August 29th at 7:30pm at the Red Rock Amphitheatre. Also appearing is Toby’s Special Guest Jack Ingram. Reserved Tix still available. Prices start at $47. Presented by Ford F-Series. Special Announcement: Text the word VEGAS to 36266 to WIN a Toby Keith Autographed Guitar (Standard Message Rates Apply). Hey, ya can’t win if ya don’t play . . .

And let’s not forget Stations Casinos: The Spazmatics every Friday at 9pm at Santa Fe Station. Grand Funk Railroad at Aliante Station on August 1st at 8pm. Dave Koz & Brian Culbertson (Side by Side Tour) at Texas Station August 1st at 8pm. LIT at Green Valley Ranch August 8th at 10pm and Jacky, August 14th at Sunset Station at 8pm. Jackson Browne August 15th at Red Rock Station at 8pm and BJ Thomas at Santa Fe Station August 15th at 8pm. Dave Manson August 21st at Santa Fe Station at 8pm and Richard Cheese August 22nd at Green Valley Ranch at 8pm.

And last but not least: Bonkerz Comedy Club at Palace Station, Thursdays 8pm and Friday & Saturdays at 10pm; Sunday will see ya at 8pm.

On Friday, July 24th stop by Tabu Ultra Lounge at MGM Grand to be hosted by Stacy Keibler. Receive Exclusive Offers on your mobile: Text TABU to 50435 (Standard Message Rates Apply). Doors open at 10pm. Must be 21 or older. STYLE ENCOURAGED! Weekday Bottle Packages starting at $200. Call for Details & Reservations: 702.891.7129.

And ya gotta stop by The Fremont Street Experience: August 14-16 is the Woodstock Tribute Palooza (Tribute Bands all weekend). And Labor Day Weekend (September 4-7): See “End of Summer, What a Bummer Bash” . . . September 5th: Canned Heat and September 6th: Three Dog Nite. For more info check out www.vegasexperience.com.

And just one more plug for my fav: the B-52’s, Saturday September 19th at House of Blues at Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89119; www.HouseofBlues.com/LasVegas.

No, I’ve got one more plug for one more fav: Pet Shop Boys “Pandemonium On Tour”, Saturday, September 26th at the Hard Rock. www.TheJointLasVegas.com or 1.800.693.ROCK or www.HardRockHotel.com.

Oh and by the way: we want to recognize one of Las Vegas’ newest entrepreneurs: the folks over at www.WorldWideeSales.com gives everybody here in Sin City a big “SHOUT OUT” . . . Hey, dudes . . . what’s up?! Stop by www.WorldWideeSales.com for a 10% discount off of everything you purchase over $50. Great deal! Just sign-up and save!

And for those of you ready to quit smoking . . . good god! I’ll never be Jesus, so why do I have to quit smoking? Anyway, stop by the folks at www.eSmoke.net/FreeAtLast for a system that really does help ya quit . . . or at least you can smoke in public—looks like a cigarette; tastes like a cigarette, but it’s not! Go Figure! So check ‘em out at www.eSmoke.net/FreeAtLast. Tell ‘em “Smokey the Bear” sent ya!

And now’s the time to get involved in real estate . . . gees, I’ve seen $350,000 houses going for $60,000! Stop by www.GetYourRealEstate.net from another great guy here in town!

And for the younger set (god love ‘em, ‘cause I can’t), go by www.DoctorAcne.net to clean up that face—we’re all tired of looking at ya! Pizza, anyone?

And the best of the best of my entrepreneur type friends is www.DesertNitroTattoos.com. It’s a tattoo design website that allows you to create your own before you get ‘er done permanently. Check it out!

And if you’ve got an event you want to see here, let us know at homebusinessman@cox.net.

From all of us here at the Fabulous Castle in Las Vegas www.CastleRancho.com . . .

See ya’ll on the other side . . .

Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Mid July Las Vegas Happenings!

Hey Everyone . . . and Welcome to the Mid-July Edition of “What to do In Vegas”!

Another great day here in Fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada! The temperature is hovering around 104 dees-grees, the sun is out, dice are rolling, slot machines are whirring and all is well with the world. Well, sort of . . .

I’m beginning to worry, just a tad, about the future of our Fabulous Las Vegas. Even during the crash, I was the proper cheerleader and kept trying to get the naysayers to just “shut up” . . . but it looks like they were right . . . Property values are continuing to drop . . . oh, just forget the news!

I can’t change a thing . . . so let’s just go party!!!

If you want to see what your future may really hold: check our Medium and Clairvoyant, Lisa Williams, August 2nd at the Hilton. You’ve already seen her on Lifetime television and Oprah. For tickets, head to lvhilton.com or call 702.732.5755.

Oh, and check the local paper, the Las Vegas Review Journal, as Texas Station and Fiesta are running their coupons again. Buy one Buffet, get one free.

If you’re near my age and can remember Chicago and Earth, Wind & Fire: get happy! They’ll be playing solo and side by side at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino! Tickets can be had at Ticketmaster 1.800.745.3000 or check out HardRockHotel.com.

AND, enter to win a GRAND PRIZE: 2 VIP Ticks and a $150 Dinner at rare 120”. Runner ups get 2 tickets to the show. Enter Online at: http://www.ReviewJournal.com.

And for those of you who are looking to tattoo, go see Hart & Huntington Tattoo Co., 702.216.5360 or HartandHuntington.com or check them out in person at the Hard Rock Hotel. They have 20% off days on Mondays and Tuesdays. Or if ya don’t want to leave home or your hotel room, check out, DesertNitroTattoos, http://DesertNitoTattoos.com, another suggested local biz.

And Tears for Fears is LIVE this July 18th at Green Valley Rancho in the Backyard (GreenValleyRanchResort.com, 702.617.777). Tickets are $49 plus taxes (and fees); General Admission and Standing Room Only still available; must be 21 or older. Shout, Everybody Wants to Rule the World, Head Over Heals, Sowing the Seeds of Love, Change and (my personal fav: Mad World), just to name that tune . . . ! www.tears-for-fears.com.

And let me mention again ‘cause I’m a big fan, the B-52s are at Pure Nightclub, Saturday July 15th; 9pm show on the Terrace. Tix on sale at Caesars Palace Box Office or 702.866.1400. www.PureTheNightclub.com; Resident DJ Hollywood! Proper Attire Required.

At Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa you’ll see The Saturday Night Rebel Rockers Traveling Circus and Medicine Show performing for your pleasure! Also enjoy Counting Crows, Michael Franti and Spearhead plus Augustana coming soon to a Big Top near you! Tickets on Sale now for Friday, July 24th at 8am at Sandbar. General Admission and Standing Room Only are $65 + Taxes & Fees (sorry about that); must be 21 or older, etc. Tix can be had at any Station Casinos, The Fiesta, The Galleria Mall or by calling 702.547.5300 or StationCasinos.com or RedRockLasVegas.com.

Also stop by www.RedRockLasVegas.com to view all of their great Hotel Packages! Now is the time people! Get out there . . . and git er done!

And yes, Red Rock is busy this month: also appearing for One Explosive Night of Song & Revelry is Toby Keith! Saturday, August 29th at 7:30pm at the Red Rock Amphitheatre. Also appearing is Toby’s Special Guest Jack Ingram. Reserved Tix still available. Prices start at $47. Presented by Ford F-Series. Special Announcement: Text the word VEGAS to 36266 to WIN a Toby Keith Autographed Guitar (Standard Message Rates Apply). Hey, ya can’t win if ya don’t play . . .

Let’s change gears and go see some of Las Vegas’ own local talent: Stop by Brand Lounge for Live Music Showcasing Brother Luke on Thursdays at 10pm and take a gander Saturdays at 10pm, Sharon Pacuette with Andrea Bensmiller. Call The Monte Carlo, 702.730.6700 to make reservations to see One of Las Vegas Weekly’s Top 5 Singer Songwriters.

If you’re like me and still prefer to be waited on with true White Glove Service, treat yourself and stop by Tabu Ultra Lounge at MGM Grand, for absolutely Sensational Table Bottle Service! Wow! Is about all that comes to mind. Class is not dead! Voted 2009 Best Ultra Lounge and 2009 Best Bottle Service by Club World Awards. Telephone: 702.891.7183; for Reservations: 702.891.7129. Text TABU to 540435 for Special Offers (Standard Message Rates Apply). MGMGrand.com/Nightlife.

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And last but not least: Primm Valley Casino Resort’s line up. For Details: 702.386.7867. Primmvalleyresorts.com or Ticketmaster, 1.800.745.3000 (available at select Smith’s and Ritmo Latino).

Lonestar, July 17

Sugarland, July 24

George Thorogood and The Destroyers & Jonny Lang, July 25

Huey Lewis & The News, July 29

WAR, Tierra & El Chicano, July 31

Brian McKnight & Keith Sweat, August 1

Gretchen Wilson, August 8

Buddy Guy with Dr. John and The Lower 911, August 14

America & Christopher Cross, August 15

Chris Isaak, August 19

The Ultimate Doo Wop Show, August 21

Worlds Collidge, Boxing & MMA, August 22

The Pretenders, September 2nd

And here’s the deal for Locals: 2 for 1 Tickets for Clark County Residents on Shows through August 31, 2009. Excludes Sugarland July 24th. Must be Players Club Member. Must be 21 and present valid NV ID. Must be purchased at Buffalo Bill’s Box Office.

If you would like your event showcased here in Las Vegas Happenings! then send it on to GlennSellsVegas@cox.net.

See ya’ll on the other side . . .


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Thursday, July 2, 2009

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Even President Obama is trying to kick the habit.

And let’s face it, just like the Hippies had a great idea, they died off. And the days of Samantha pouring Darrin a “triple” when he had had a hard day at the office—those days are over, too.

When I was in the Air Force back in 1970, they gave us cigarettes and booze to keep us happy; those days, too, indeed, are over.

So . . . Pres Obama, what are doing to kick the habit? It’s hard, I know. And I hear that kicking the cigarette habit is just as hard as kicking heroin. And now they’re telling us that there are over 4,000 chemicals in each cigarette.

And now with cigarettes the new Boogie Man, taxes are being raised on each pack and get this, they actually have stopped the smoking in most Las Vegas venues, as well. Good grief, Sin City has less sin. And if you smell anything like a cigarette, so many folks recoil in horror now, as though you’ve just eaten their grandchild. Go figure.

So, how about an alternative? I’ve been smoking since 1969. Yes, I remember the day well. Back in High School, I wanted a date with Cheryl Thurston and she would only go out with older and mature men who, you guessed it, had their own car and smoked. So, of course, I started smoking to impress the girl of my dreams.

Needless to say, from what I hear, she ended up pregnant and alone somewhere up in Jacksonville. Oh well . . . we all have a cross to bear. And P.S. She never did go out with me, but I did start smoking and there at the end was about 2 packs a day.

Let’s face it: it’s time to quit. It’s time for me to quit and it’s time for you to quit. And for all of the obvious reasons: how about for your health (lung cancer, emphysema and the 4,000 chemicals they now put in cigarettes) and if you don’t care about your health, then the cost: cigarettes are now about $55 a carton which lasts about a week. Let’s do the math: $55 x 4 weeks = $220 a month; times 12 months = $2,640! What could you do with that money? And that $2,640 is before the new federal taxes that are going to be levied this year!

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Wednesday, July 1, 2009

It's July already . . . Hey Las Vegas!

Hey Everyone . . . and Welcome to “What to do In Vegas”

It’s just another great day here in Fabulous Las Vegas, Nevada! The temperature is hovering around 100 dees-grees, the sun is out, the slot machines are whirring and all is well with the world. Except for Real Estate, of course. If you’re looking for a deal, now is the time folks! We’ve got $300,000 houses now selling below $100,000! I figure if you’ve got $100,000 in cash right now, buy 2 houses, rent them out for $1,000 apiece and now you’ve got a solid $2,000 positive cash flow every month. Buy 2 more and you’ve got $4,000 a month. And that’s how the rich get richer! Contact your favorite real estate agent to get more details.

And let’s take a moment to look up to the heavens and give Ms. Farrah Fawcett and King Michael Jackson a real big smile! We love ya both and hope you’ll finally find peace, love and everything else that made you feel safe and warm.

Please see the extensive blog at Farrah and Michael.

So let’s get down to “what to do in Vegas” while you’re here:

“ALL ROADS LEAD TO VEGAS . . . BABY!”

On July 1st (tonite) you’re gonna want to get over to the Hard Rock at Paradise & Harmon. Tonite at 6pm you’re gonna see International Singing Sensation BofA. Not only does she sing like a bird she’ll hang around afterwards for a meet and greet and sign copies of her new self-titled CD.

And then quick, get over to “The Elegant Universe”, a John Bell Solo Exhibition, on Thursday, July 2nd. Meet and greet at 7-10pm for wine and hors d’oeuvres in the fab Newport Lofts, Penthouse Suite 2109, 200 Hoover Ave, Las Vegas 89101. Valet parking is provided. Please RSVP Brett Wesley Sperry or Victoria Hart at 702.433.4433 or inquire@brettwesley.com. See ya’ll there.

Then you’ve got to see Beyonce! Only 4 nites at Encore, July 30th thru August 2nd.

And then don’t blink! Rod Stewart is at the MGM Grand on August 1st.

It’s party time for Blondie! She’s 64 today (July 1st) and looks like she’s 28 so no frowns Blondie! Happy Birthday and Keep Up The Good Work!

And Jackson Browne is at Red Rock Casino on August 15th . . . be there or be square!

If you’re still alive at this point, don’t miss the B-52s at Pure Nightclub. Tickets can be had at Caesars Palace Box Office or call 702.866.1400. Yes, B-52s at Pure on Saturday, July 18th; 9pm show is on the Terrace. And remember Pure: proper attire required. More info at www.PureTheNightclub.com. “At the love shack . . .!”

When you’re ready for a really great dinner, that is old Vegas, in location, price and ambiance, then stop by the World Famous Binion’s Ranch Steakhouse. It’s the only restaurant in town that we frequent regularly. (You can still hear the Rat Pack tying one on at the Bar). The food is not overpriced and every bite is indeed a real good time; you’ll want to wipe the plate clean like a kid when your Mom was making brownies. Recommendations: their Lobster Bisque; the Filet Mignon with or without the Australian Lobster Tail; the Prime Rib of course (melts in your mouth) and I dare you to try the 21 ounce Porterhouse Steak. The other dare is the Prime Rib with Roquefort dressing. Call them 702.382.1600 or take the Private Elevator inside Binion’s Casino at 1128 Fremont Street, right in the heart of the Fremont Experience.

Las Vegas Locals Only: How About taking the Kiddies to see The Blue Man Group at 7pm and 10pm shows. Mention “Kids Free” to receive this offer at The Venetian. 702.414.9000 or 1.800.BLUEMAN. You’ll have to show your local ID at any Venetian/Palazzo Box Office. Buy one full-price ticket and get a child’s ticket FREE. Valid for kids ages 3-12. Children under 3 are free but must sit on a paying adult’s lap. Restrictions apply, of course. See Box Office for details.

And in closing and in general, how about a big KUDOS for our illustrious Mayor Oscar Goodman at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new performing arts center, aptly named “The Smith Center for the Performing Arts”, located at Bonneville Avenue and Grand Central Parkway. Among the other dignitaries on hand were Don Snyder, the Center’s Chairman and Fred W. Smith, Chairman of the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation, and his wife Mary, for whom the new Center is named. Also in attendance was Representative Shelley Berkley, entertainers Clint Homes and Susan Anton, as well as numerous Members of the Clark County School Board and the Las Vegas City Council.
The new Center will house the Las Vegas Philharmonic and the Nevada Ballet Theatre.
The Center is anchored by a 2,050 seat main Theatre and will also include an Education Facility, a Cabaret Theatre, as well as temporary spaces for a myriad of other nonpermanent activities.

Kudos again to Mayor Goodman and all others involved!

Remember, ALL ROADS LEADS TO VEGAS!

Oh, and one more thing: when you’re having a bad day, just remember you’re not alone: “Everyone has an adopted red-haired child that they just can’t scrape off the bottom of their shoe . . .”