Mid-Century Modern Weekend is HERE

September 29, 2011

It's HERE!!! Be sure to get your tickets, it sounds like a wonderful way to connect with Las Vegas' post-war history and its architecture!!!!!

We are thrilled that the ADAS (Architectural and Decorative Arts Society) has carried on the Mid Century Modern celebration that we started a few years ago.

If you love the Mid-Century Modern lifestyle, history, architecture, own a mid-mod home or want to take a tour of mid-mod homes in Las Vegas, this is the event for you.

Tickets to the Las Vegas Mid-Century Modern Weekend are on sale now.

POP, BOOM LIFESTYLE REVOLUTION

ADAS Mid-Century Modern Weekend

Wednesday, October 19 – Sunday, October 23, 2011

ADAS (Architecture and Decorative Arts Society) celebrates all
things mid-century modern with an extraordinary five day event.
A pass for all five days is a very reasonable $100; $90 for ADAS
members. Included is the kick off mixer, general admission to
the Atomic Testing Museum, mid-century vendors; mid-century
architectural seminar; mid-century dinner; fashion show; silent
auction; three mid-century discussion panels; Morelli House
reception; four-hour mid-century neighborhood bus tour. Visit
ADAS website at www.adas-lv.com to purchase your tickets. Space
is limited on most events.

Wednesday, October 19

ADAS kicks off the mid-modern experience by hosting a mixer at the
Atomic Testing Museum, 5:30 – 7:30. Guests will have a lot to entertain
themselves for the evening. A ticket for admission to the museum will
be included in the price of the mixer.

Guests can take the tour that
evening, or can return at a later date.

The Museum store will also bem open for shopping. There will be food and wine in the main reception
area, along with vendors previewing products that were popular in the '50s and '60s.

Event price: $30.00

Thursday, October 20

Again at the Atomic Testing Museum, ADAS is hosting a seminar primarily for homeowners on the evolution and care of these historic buildings. Speakers with hands on experience in this genre of distinctive houses will share their knowledge. Food and wine will be provided.

Vendors who specialize in mid-modern architecture will also be on hand.

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm.

Event Price: $30.00

Friday, October 21

A mid-century dinner will be held at Holsum Lofts, catered by Lola’s
Restaurant. In addition to enjoying foods of the time period, diners will
enjoy mid-century fashions in a multi-generational fashion show. There
will also be a silent auction to tease the senses. Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm

Event Price: $50.00

Saturday, October 22

The El Cortez Hotel will be the venue for this free event co-sponsored
by the City of Las Vegas. There will be food and drink, followed
by three expert panels. After the panel presentation there will be a
reception at the Morelli House.

1:00 pm “Mid-Century Life Style Evolution” Local author and
architect, Robert Fielden (Creating Place: Remaking America Green )
leads a discussion with author and architectural historian, Peter Moruzzi
and others on the profound impact of midcentury design and architecture
on American life in the middle of the 20th century.

2:00 pm “Family Feud: Havana vs. Las Vegas in the 1950s” Peter Moruzzi, presents an illustrated presentation from his book, Havana Before Castro-When Cuba Was a Tropical Playground.

Before Castro’s revolution, Havana and Las Vegas were rivals for the title of the “Monte Carlo of the Americas.” Cuba’s exotic tropical setting, wild reputation, close proximity, and supportive government inspired the mob to invest heavily in fabulous hotel-casinos such as the Capri, Riviera, and Nacional. Yet, many of these same investors were also among Vegas’ biggest boosters - Moe Dalitz, Sam Tucker, and front man Wilbur Clark. In 1958, the Nevada Gaming Control Board forced them to choose, Havana or Las Vegas, but not both.

3:00 pm “Dolls, Dons, and Dictators,” Architectural historian, Peter Moruzzi (Havana Before Castro – When Cuba Was a Tropical Playground); author Wendy Mazaros (Vegas Rag Doll); Myer Lansky II; and local author and historian Michael Green engage in a spirited and expanded discussion about the parallel worlds of Las Vegas and Cuba, drawing from their insights and some of their own personal real life
experiences.

4:00 pm - 6 pm “Cha, Cha, Cha” Cuban inspired reception with music,
drink and refreshment at the Morelli House, 861 E. Bridger.

Sunday, October 23

Mid-Mod Bus Tour

Hosted by well known realtor and mid-century modern real estate expert
Jack LeVine, guests will take a four-hour tour on an open double-decker
bus through iconic mid-century Las Vegas neighborhoods.

In addition to touring neighborhoods, the bus will make several stops to peek inside
select properties. Bus will depart and return to parking lot at Boulevard
Mall. Time: 12 noon – 4 pm.

Event Price: $30.00

Should be a lot of fun as well as informative. So if you love mid-century modern, get your tickets NOW!!!

A Blast from the Past

July 31, 2011

The famous Sunset Strip. For over 60 years a billboard has stood at the curve that marks the beginning of the famed Sunset Strip.

It was here in the 1950s that Sahara Hotel executive Stan Irwin decided to put an ad up for all of Los Angeles to see and enjoy.

A model of young showgirl atop a silver dollar (better for playing the slots) with the ad for the hotel under the silver dollar (and with that soothing blue background that just screamed water and fun), the marquee board could be changed out when new acts took the stage.

At this particular moment in time, funny woman, Martha Raye was playing the Congo Room and Louis Prima, Keely Smith and Sam Butera were rotating in the Casbah Room with Billy Ward's Domino's.

They don't make billboards like this anymore.

Fun trivia fact, they say that Jay Ward- the creator of Rocky and Bullwinkle- spoofed this particular billboard when he opened his studio on the famed Sunset Strip. He had a statue erected of Bullwinkle Moose holding Rocket "Rocky" Squirrel in the palm of his hand, in a poise like the showgirl.

FINAL UPDATE: 4th of July Fireworks AND Events Information!

June 11, 2011

Welcome to one of the most comprehensive 4th of July Las Vegas celebrations on the web. Between now and the holiday weekend, we will be updating this info regularly as information becomes available.

The upcoming July 4th holiday weekend will be a long one, with the 4th falling on a Monday this year.

If you are traveling to Las Vegas, be sure to check out our new section on Special Hotel and Show Discounts.

Stations Casino has announced that they will have fireworks displays at five casinos, likely the Aliante, Fiesta Rancho, Texas, Red Rock and Green Valley Ranch.

The Hilton Hotel will have a fireworks display.

Let's get started:

JULY 1st: (NEW ADDITION)

Yankee Doodle at the Pool (all ages)
Friday, July 1, 12 to 5pm
Participate in many water games and activities as we celebrate our independence in all city pools!

Baker Pool, 1100 E. St. Louis Ave., (702) 229-1532.
Carlos L. Martinez and Darrio J. Hall Family Pool at Freedom Park, 889 N. Pecos Road.,(702) 229-1755.
Doolittle Pool, 1950 N. J St., (702) 229-6398.
Garside Pool, 300 S. Torrey Pines Dr., (702) 229-6393.
Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6309.
Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, (702) 229-1488.

Daily Fee of $1 for ages 4-17; $2 for ages 18-49; $1.50 for ages 50+; free for ages 0-3.

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July 2nd:

North Las Vegas 11th Annual Independence Day Jubilee

Includes Fireworks

The City of North Las Vegas in its 10th Annual Independence Day Jubilee from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 2nd, at Seastrand Park, 6330 Camino Eldorado.

Come enjoy live entertainment, kid's activities, a spectacular Fireworks display, food and beverage and pay Tribute to our Armed Forces.

The event also includes children’s activities, two sets of live entertainment and food vendors.

For safety reasons, pets, glass bottles, umbrellas and umbrella chairs, fireworks, tents, tables and portable grills are prohibited at this event.

Gates open at 5 p.m. Parking is limited. For more information, call the City’s Special Events Office at (702) 633-2650, or visit the City’s website at www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com .

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Las Vegas Springs Preserve

"Red, White and Tunes"

July 2nd

8:00 -10:00 pm

Kick-off your Independence Day weekend with family-friendly fun and patriotic music as the Springs Preserve hosts Red, White and Tunes, featuring a performance by the UNLV Community Band and barbershop/a cappella quartet Ready or Not.

Guests are encouraged to bring their own small folding chairs to the event. Ice cream, snow cones, hot dogs and other summertime goodies will be available for purchase. Please note: There will be no fireworks show at this event.

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July 3rd:

Las Vegas 51's Baseball Game

and Fireworks

When: July 3rd after the game
Where:Cashman Field
Admission: $14
More info: 702-326-7200

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July 4th: (corrected date)

Summerlin July 4th Parade

The annual Summerlin Patriotic Parade returns July 4th, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The parade begins at the corner of Hillpointe Road and Hills Center Drive in The Trails Village of Summerlin.

Participants travel south toward the Village Center Circle roundabout before heading west on Trailwood Drive.

It usually attracts more than 25,000 people. The event is free.

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July 3rd:

Thursday, July 3rd:

Annual Night of Fire at the Bullring at

Las Vegas Motor Speedway features

Fireworks, SMRA Supermodifieds

The Bullring, Las Vegas Motor Speedway’s NASCAR-sanctioned 3/8-mile asphalt oval, will kick off the Independence Day holiday weekend on Thursday, July 1, with its annual Night of Fire. The night of family fun features fireworks and NASCAR Whelen All-American Series stock car racing, a jet car and SMRA Supermodifieds.

Spectator gates will open at 5 p.m. with racing at 7 p.m. Fireworks are tentatively scheduled for 9:30 p.m.
Stock car racing classes include: SMRA Supermodifieds (50 laps), MetroPCS Super Late Models (76 laps), Chargers, Outlaw Enduro Bombers (76 laps), twin Legends Cars features, Bandoleros.

Spectator admission:
Adults: $15.
Senior citizens and military personnel with ID: $12.
Children (6-12): $5.
Family 4-Pak (2 adults and 2 children): $38.
Stockyard (VIP tailgate area in Turns 3 and 4): $149 (includes 4 admission tickets). Stockyard passes are available for purchase by visiting or calling the LVMS Ticket Services Office.

The Bullring's concession stand offers a family-friendly dollar menu, including $1 hot dogs, $1 soda and $1 beer. For more information, please call the LVMS ticket office at (702) 644-4444 or visit www.LVMS.com.

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JULY 3rd: (NEW ADDITION)

Lake Las Vegas Independence Day Celebration
Montelago Village at Lake Las Vegas
Sunday, July 3, 2011, 3pm-10pm

Celebrate the 4th of July at Lake Las Vegas!

There will be events all day from 3pm to 8pm
Live DJ, kids games, face painting & a balloon artist. BBQs food will be available for purchase from
Sonrisa Grill, Sunset & Vines & Auld Dubliner.

From 8pm to 9 pm the Henderson Symphony will perform
lakeside. A fireworks show will begin at 9pm.

Admission is free

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July 3rd:

CAESAR'S PALACE ANNOUNCES FIREWORKS SHOW

Caesars Palace announced today that it will have a fireworks show on Sunday, July 3rd. Show is scheduled to begin at 9:15 pm (Note new time). UPDATED: Fireworks will be triggered from the Roman Tower.

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July 3rd: (NEW Addition):

EL Cortez Hotel

CLASSIC CAR SHOW

1:oo - 6:00

The Classic Car Show is featuring more than 60 American-made classic cars, photo opportunities, music by Ryan Whyte Maloney Band and Freddie Eckstein Group, food and other activities will run 1-6 p.m. Sunday at the Jackie Gaughan Parkway at El Cortez, 600 Fremont St. (385-5200).

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July 3rd: (NEW ADDITION)

SALUTE TO FREEDOM CONCERT,

featuring Mark Wills and Mark Chesnutt,

8 p.m. Sunday at the Amphitheater at Sunset Station,

1301 W. Sunset Road, Henderson.

The show is for ages 21 and older.

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July 2nd-4th:

FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE

July 2nd - 4th

Summer of the '80s Celebration continues

Faux Fireworks Display on the FSE Canopy

Colin Hay of Men at Work helps the FSE celebrate the 4^th of July weekend on Friday, July 2nd.

The evening of the 4^th of July will also showcase a brilliant virtual fireworks show on the Viva Vision canopy.

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JULY 2nd - 3rd: (NEW ADDITION)

RED, WHITE and AZURE

The Palazzo's Azure Pool

BBQ

Priced from just $15, the BBQ will feature all your backyard favorites. The pool will remain open an extra hour until 7 p.m. and DJ entertainment will be provided for party-goers. Cabana and daybed reservations are recommended and may be reserved by calling (702) 767-3742.

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July 2nd & 4th:

Laughlin, Nevada announces:

When: July 2nd & July4, the festivities begin just after dusk

Where: Laughlin

How Much: FREE to the public along the Laughlin River walk

More Info: 800-227-5245 or 702-298-2214
Enjoyone of the mostspectaular fireworks display in the West choreographed to fabulous patriotic music simulcast on various local radio stations.

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July 4th:

62nd Annual Boulder City Damboree

When: July 4th
Where: Boulder City
Schedule: Pancake Breakfast - Bicentennial Park - 7am
Parade - Nevada Way - 9am
Damboree Ceremonies and Midway Booths - Broadbent Park- 11am

Fireworks Festivities - Veteran's Memorial Park - 6pm with fireworks at 9:00 followed by live music by Heels Over Head at 9:45.

Visit the Boulder Dam Damboree online

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July 4th:

July 4, 2011
Basic High School Football Field
400 North Palo Verde Drive
Henderson, NV 89015
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSION

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July 4th:

The Stations Casinos Announces that they are offering the largest fireworks show in town!

Monday, July 4th!

FIREWORKS FUN SCHEDULED FOR 8:45 PM

Continuing its 4th of July tradition, five Station Casinos’ properties will host the largest 4th of July fireworks show in Southern Nevada on Monday, July 4 around 8:45 p.m. for the entire community to enjoy.

The nine-minute fireworks show, named “Station Casinos’ 4th of July Blast” will be in celebration of the nation’s 235th birthday and will be featured at Aliante Station, Green Valley Ranch Resort, Fiesta Rancho and Texas Station as a shared location and Red Rock Resort.

The fireworks show will be produced by Fireworks by the Gruccis of New York, one of the premiere fireworks companies in the world who annually produces the 4th of July fireworks events as well past hotel-casino openings on behalf of Station Casinos.

For guests interested in staying at one of the participating hotel-casinos, Station Casinos now offers a new and exclusive hotel discount program, available only online at www.stationcasinos.com that offers room rate discounts for advance, pre-paid reservations.

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July 4th:

LAS VEGAS HILTON ANNOUNCES FIREWORKS SHOW

The Las Vegas Hilton announced today that it will have a fireworks show on July 4th. The fun is set to begin at 9:20 pm

There will be an invitation-only party poolside but the hotel says the best place to view the fireworks will be near the entrance to the Sports Book.

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July 4th:

Mystic Roots and Fireworks

Mandalay Bay

9:00 pm

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/2E0046CADE003873

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