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May 20, 2020

Lip Smacking Foodie Tours’ Founder Launches Private Tours with Virtual Guide, June 1

Food lovers enjoy Instagrammable dishes via a virtual tour guide at three Downtown Las Vegas restaurants.

(Photos Courtesy of Finger Licking Foodie Tours)

FOUNDER OF LIP SMACKING FOODIE TOURS TO LAUNCH SELF-GUIDED PRIVATE TOUR WITH NEW SISTER COMPANY, JUNE 1

New Private Tours Perfect for Couples, Family Members

Beginning June 1, food lovers will be able to eat and explore their way through Downtown Las Vegas like never before with a private, self-guided, e-assisted culinary tour created by Finger Licking Foodie Tours. The brand-new company represents a follow-up, companion business to the successful Lip Smacking Foodie Tours created by Las Vegas entrepreneur and hospitality-industry veteran, Donald Contursi.

The new self-guided Finger Licking Foodie Tour offers guests a fun and innovative way to support three top restaurants in the Las Vegas community, while enjoying an array of Instagrammable dishes in one outing. Each tour requires a minimum of just two patrons, so guests can safely dine with their closest family and loved ones.

With restaurant capacities limited due to public health restrictions and reservations at the hottest restaurants challenging, Finger Licking Foodie Tours provide immediate VIP seating with signature dishes served fresh, shortly after arrival. Tours are “led” by a virtual tour guide who provides a map of the route, interesting tidbits along the way and a guided walk through Downtown Container Park to support local small businesses.

“This tour provides an intimate and personalized foodie experience,” explains Contursi. “Guests receive an online map, as well as a link to an innovative virtual tour guide who provides commentary for each fascinating stop along the way including a walk through Downtown Container Park to support small businesses. On this 2.5-hour experience in the city’s exciting, revitalized downtown, guests will visit three acclaimed restaurants, enjoying superb service and three unforgettable dishes at each venue.”

Contursi founded Lip Smacking Foodie Tours five years ago to offer gourmet walking tours featuring prime-time dining and VIP service at the most exclusive restaurants. After quickly accumulating numerous accolades and repeat customers, he expanded on the concept with Finger Licking Foodie Tours, which was established in 2019 to provide a casual romp at affordable prices.

In addition to the self-guided tour, Finger Licking Foodie Tours offers two guided group tours: The Las Vegas Strip Foodie Tour provides a 2.5-hour afternoon experience leaving plenty of time for a night out on the town afterward. Guests visit four exciting stops on each tour, which combines sensational sight-seeing with craveable dishes. Each tour’s itinerary remains under wraps for maximum anticipation and surprise. Knowledgeable and charismatic local guides keep the atmosphere lively by spotlighting some of the most distinctive sights and fascinating facts along the way. Guests who opt for the Downtown Las Vegas Foodie Tour enjoy the same benefits while visiting four neighborhood restaurants run by local chefs who have made a name for themselves in the dynamic, art-filled, revitalized downtown.

Finger Licking Foodie Tours start at the accessible price point of just $79 per person and includes three restaurants and three dishes at every stop. Gratuity is included for each restaurant. Additionally, a 15 percent discount is offered to guests on beverages and additional menu items. Each tour is designed for singles, couples and groups of friends or families. Click here to make a reservation.

Guests may book the tour any time between 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily. Tours are ideal for date night, birthday and anniversary celebrations. Gift certificates may be purchased for friends, loved ones and guests visiting from out of town and are available here.

ABOUT FINGER LICKING FOODIE TOURS
Finger Licking Foodie Tours is the new company founded by Donald Contursi, founder and president of the wildly successful, award-winning Lip Smacking Foodie Tours. Finger Licking Foodie Tours offers lighthearted, casual culinary walking tours on the Strip and in vibrantly revitalized Downtown Las Vegas, each led by a professional guide. It also offers a trendsetting, private, self-guided culinary tour through downtown. Each tour introduces guests to the city’s distinctive and irresistible eateries. The Finger Licking Foodie group tour covers four stops during a leisurely 2.5-hour tour led by a friendly guide who points out the coolest sights and most fun facts along the way. Group tours are designed for singles, couples and groups of friends or families. The private self-guided downtown tour is available for a minimum of two attendees and features an audio e-guide, as well as stops at three renowned restaurants to enjoy an array of dishes. For more information, visit FingerLickingFoodieTours.com.

ABOUT LIP SMACKING FOODIE TOURS
Lip Smacking Foodie Tours is the premier culinary walking tour in Las Vegas, garnering not only loyal fans but also outstanding accolades. Its variety of tours offer guests personalized service and VIP access to the best tables in the house at the city’s most acclaimed restaurants – all without the hassle of waiting in lines or making reservations. Each tour is led by an expert guide who entertains guests with insider knowledge about the sights along the way. At each of four restaurant stops on The Strip or downtown, guests indulge in signature dishes, as well as receive a warm welcome from the chefs. Guests can sit beside different patrons at every stop, gaining new friends and networking connections. The tours are perfect for everyone from locals to tourists to business travelers, including corporate groups of up to 250. In 2019, Lip Smacking Foodie Tours expanded for the first time outside of Vegas to include San Jose, Santa Monica, St. Louis, Seattle and Vancouver BC.

Recent honors include: “Best Tour”, “Best Food Tour”, and “Best Date Night Spot” by Las Vegas Review-Journal in 2019 and 2018; “Best Food/Beverage Tour Operations (Land)” by The World Food Travel Association 2018; “Best Tour”, “Best Fine Dining”, and “Best Brunch” by Las Vegas Review-Journal in 2017; “Best Tour” by Las Vegas Review-Journal in 2016; “Best Tour” by INVEGAS Magazine in 2015 and 2016; and “Best New Tour” by Thrillist in 2015; as well as inclusion in TripAdvisor’s “Top 3” tours in Las Vegas, and ranked #1 tour on Yelp.

Additionally, Virtuoso gave Lip Smacking Foodie Tours has the honored distinction of being their exclusive “preferred partner member,’’, the invitation-only member network catering to luxury travel advisors. For more information visit LipSmackingFoodieTours.com.

May 20, 2020May 20, 2020

Vegas Baby Vodka Co-Founders to Kick Off Memorial Day Weekend with At-Home Virtual Pool Party on Instagram Live with Special Guest, Heather Mills

Vegas Baby Vodka Co-Founders to Kick Off Memorial Day Weekend with At-Home Virtual Pool Party on Instagram Live with Special Guest, Heather Mills

Vegas Baby Vodka co-owners and Las Vegas locals, Jennifer Higgins and Megan Wilkes, will host a virtual summer pool party and happy hour via Instagram live, just in time for Memorial Day weekend, with Heather Mills, news anchor at from KSNV/CW, at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 22.

Higgins and Wilkes will demonstrate how to create two at-home cocktails, incorporating ingredients many people have at home, including the Vegas Baby Lucky Lemonade and Sex on the Strip shot. The recipes for each are as follows:

Vegas Baby Lucky Lemonade
2 oz. Vegas Baby Vodka
1 oz. Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
¾ oz. Simple Syrup
Finish with Sprite
Lemon wedge, for garnish
Fresh mint, for garnish

Shake ingredients with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Finish with Sprite and garnish with lemon and fresh mint.

Sex on the Strip Shot
1.5 oz. Vegas Baby Vodka
.5 oz. Simple Syrup
.5 oz. Lime Juice
¼ oz. Disaronno Amaretto
Chambord drizzle

Shake ingredients and pour into a shot glass. Drizzle with Chambord.

Vegas Baby Vodka is available for purchase at Albertons and Vons locations throughout the Las Vegas Valley, as well as via delivery from Lee’s Discount Liquor and Total Wine & More. Made with fresh Rocky Mountain water and non-GMO, gluten-free corn by Dry Hills Distillery in Montana, Vegas Baby Vodka is distilled using a column still and filtered through a charcoal filter for an ultra-smooth finish. An interactive map of retailers and more information can be found at www.vegasbabyspirits.com, as well as on Instagram at @VegasBabyVodka. Vegas Baby Vodka was recently certifed as a Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE) business, a prestigious classification supporting female business owners and entrpreneurs everywhere.

About Vegas Baby Spirits
Vegas Baby Spirits was founded in 2019 by Vegas locals, Jennifer Higgins and Megan Wilkes, who sought to capture the excitement of Las Vegas through Vegas Baby Vodka. Higgins and Wilkes turned their love of cosmopolitan cocktails into a brand sweeping the Las Vegas Strip and beyond. Vegas Baby Vodka is available in nearly 100 locations throughout Las Vegas, including Lee’s Discount Liquor, Total Wine & More, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, MGM Resorts International properties and Stations Casinos properties. Vegas Baby Vodka is made and distilled at Dry Hills Distillery in Montana, with Rocky Mountain water and non-GMO, gluten-free corn, and is distilled using a column still and filtered through a charcoal filter to guarantee an ultra-smooth finish with 40 percent alcohol by volume. More information can be found by visiting the company’s website, Facebook or Instagram.

May 20, 2020

South Point Reveals Odds for Tiger vs. Phil: The Match II, May 2

SOUTH POINT REVEALS ODDS FOR TIGER VS. PHIL: THE MATCH II, MAY 24

Bets can be placed using the South Point Sports App

The sportsbook at South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa has announced odds for the highly anticipated Tiger Woods vs. Phil Mickelson: The Match II on Sunday, May 24. The rematch will feature legendary professional quarterbacks Tom Brady and Peyton Manning joining the golf superstars. Mickelson and Brady will face off against Woods and Manning in team match play.

Bets can be placed using the South Point Sports app. Sign-ups for new customers and deposits for existing customers will be available daily from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. at the property’s valet entrance. Customers will be able to sign-up or make a deposit without leaving their car, to ensure safety and social distancing. Wagering is also available daily from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Guests must be 21+ and provide valid photo ID. The South Point Sports app can be downloaded in the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or southpointsports.com.

Current Odds (as of May 20, 2020)

To win 18-hole match
- Mickelson / Brady: +175
- Woods / Manning: -200
Which team will be the first to go one up?
- Mickelson / Brady: +110
- Woods / Manning: -130
Which team will have the lead after nine holes?
- Mickelson / Brady: +140
- Woods / Manning: -160
Will either team win three consecutive holes?
- Yes: +500
- No: -700
Will there be extra holes?
- Yes: +350
- No: -450

About South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa

Featuring more than 2,100 guestrooms, South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa overlooks the famous Las Vegas Strip and the serenity of the surrounding mountainscape. Each oversized guest room features state-of-the-art LED televisions as well as WiFi with high-speed internet connections. Guests visiting South Point Hotel will experience affordable luxury through a casino offering top-of-the-line gaming technology, more than 60 table games and a separate race and sports book area, 11 restaurants, including the award-winning Michael’s Gourmet Room, world-class Costa Del Sur Spa and Salon, a 400-seat showroom featuring headliner entertainment, a 700-seat Bingo room, a 16-screen Cinemark movie complex, a state-of-the-art 64-lane bowling center, a 52,000-square foot Conference Center and an 80,000-square foot Exhibit Hall. South Point Hotel is also home to the Tournament Bowling Plaza, a multi-million dollar professional bowling tournament facility. In addition, South Point Hotel has the finest equestrian event facility in the country. The 240,000 square feet of event space features three climate-controlled arenas, vet clinic, feed store, more than 1,200 climate-controlled stalls and plays host to some of the country’s most unique events. South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa is at 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89183.

“Official Hotel and Casino of Las Vegas Motor Speedway” and sponsor of the September 2020 Las Vegas NASCAR Monster Energy cup race, South Point 400. In addition, South Point’s Sports Book is home of Vegas Stats & Information Network” (VSiN), where you can listen to the broadcast on SiriusXM 204 and watch the video livestream on VSiN.com.

For more information or for room reservations, call (702) 796-7111 or visit the South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa website. Connect with South Point on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.

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May 20, 2020

UNLV ATHLETICS NEWS: Guaranteed Giveaway Program Continues For 2020 UNLV Football

GUARANTEED GIVEAWAY PROGRAM CONTINUES FOR 2020 UNLV FOOTBALL

Season ticket holder package upgrade includes three T-shirts, hat, face mask, bandana and replica of Allegiant Stadium

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UNLV Athletics has announced a continuation of its popular Guaranteed Giveaway program for Rebel football’s inaugural season at Allegiant Stadium this fall.

Geared towards increasing the value of being a UNLV football season ticket holder, the package upgrade is offered exclusively to 2020 football season ticket holders and includes three T-shirts, a hat, a face mask, a seamless bandana, and a replica of Allegiant Stadium, all for just $45. Season ticket holders who purchase the Guaranteed Giveaway upgrade will be able to to select the size of their T-shirts.

2020 UNLV Football Guaranteed Giveaway Details:

Rebel ‘stache face mask
Inaugural Season Hat – Home Opener
Vamos Rebels black T-shirt – Hispanic Heritage & Black Out Game
Pink seamless bandana – Breast Cancer Awareness Game
Allegiant Stadium Replica – Rebel Homecoming
UNLV flag T-Shirt – Military Appreciation Game
Our State. Our Cannon. T-shirt – Rivalry Red Effect Game

“Rebel football season ticket holders appreciated the opportunity to add on last season’s full suite of giveaways, and we are thrilled to be able to offer it once again for the inaugural season at a Allegiant Stadium,” said Megan Caligiuri, Senior Associate Athletics Director for External Operations. “This benefit continues to allow our most loyal fans the exclusive opportunity to lock in limited edition Rebel items.”

Season ticket holders who do not wish to purchase the Guaranteed Giveaway upgrade will still have the chance to win one of the 500-1,000 giveaway items of the game, along with members of the general public during each Rebel football home game. Fans will be asked to text to win, and winners will be notified during the game with pick-up available after the game has concluded. Quantities and sizes for each item will vary from game to game.

The deadline for UNLV football season ticket holders to purchase the Guaranteed Giveaway add-on feature is July 29, 2020. To purchase, log in to your UNLVTickets account here, or call 702-895-5545.

UNLV opens its seven-game home schedule August 29 vs. Cal at the new $2 billion state-of-the-art Allegiant Stadium. Season ticket deposits are available for just $1 and can be placed by visiting unlvtickets.com. Interest-free five-month payment plans are also available.

May 20, 2020

Cousins New York Pizza & Pasta Announces Opening of Dine-In Service

Cousins New York Pizza & Pasta
Announces Opening of Dine-In Service

New, Family-Owned Pizzeria to Welcome Guests for Dine-In Services

Now open for business, Cousins New York Pizza & Pasta located at 9773 West Flamingo Rd., will open its doors to guests for the first time on Tuesday, May 19.

Cousins will strictly enforce social distancing, following all CDC safety measures and reservation requirements.

A fast-casual pizzeria, Cousins’ menu offers fresh and flavorful Italian cuisine, including pizza, pasta, hero sandwiches and calzones – all steeped in New York tradition. Signature pizza selections include traditional pepperoni; the Palermo topped with spicy salami, tomatoes, basil and eggplant; and Meat Lover’s with meatball, Canadian bacon, pepperoni and sausage. A cauliflower-crusted pizza is also available for carb-conscious customers and customers unable to consume gluten.

Entrées include baked ziti; fettuccine alfredo; chicken parmigiana; spaghetti and meatballs; calzones with a selection of fillings including ricotta cheese, meatballs, mushrooms, pepperoni and sausage; and a variety of hero sandwiches including chicken parmigiana, meatball and caprese.

All selections are also available for delivery and safe curbside pick-up by calling 702-333-0086. More information can be found by visiting CousinsNYPizzaandPasta.com and on social media at @CousinsPizzaLV.

About Cousins New York Pizza & Pasta

What began as a childhood dream in New York City between two cousins became a reality with the creation of Cousins New York Pizza & Pasta, located at 9773 West Flamingo Rd. A fast-casual pizzeria, Cousins’ menu offers fresh and flavorful Italian cuisine, including pizza, pasta, hero sandwiches and calzones – all steeped in New York tradition. Cousins is open daily at noon and all selections are available for delivery and safe curbside pick-up by calling 702-333-0086. Guests are encouraged to visit the website CousinsNYPizzaandPasta.com for current and future offers and on social media at @CousinsPizzaLV.

May 20, 2020

St. Jude Heart of Fashion transforms to a virtual experience because cancer doesn’t stop – With donor support, neither will St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

St. Jude Heart of Fashion transforms to a virtual experience because cancer doesn’t stop

With donor support, neither will St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

The annual St. Jude Heart of Fashion event, benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital^®, has transitioned to a virtual experience, streaming live on Friday, June 19. The online streaming event will feature St. Jude mission moments, guest speakers, live auction and more.

Social distancing is not a new concept for the patients and families of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, giving us the opportunity to truly empathize with their norm of isolation and uncertainty. Thanks to generous donors, St. Jude remains ever committed to the promise made to the tens of thousands of families who depend on St. Jude – no matter what else the world is facing.

The evening, will feature St. Jude mission moments, both silent and live auctions, as well as an exclusive fashion show by luxury retailer Chloe. Wayne Sermon, lead guitarist with the Imagine Dragons will be the featured speaker and Rick Shadyac, CEO of ALSAC, will be sharing a special message with attendees. The event supports St. Jude, which is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.

Thanks to generous donors who participate in events like this, families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live. Treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20 percent to more than 80 percent since the doors to the hospital opened more than 50 years ago. St. Jude won’t stop until no child dies from cancer.

Supporters may tune in to the virtual event at no cost but there is also a VIP ticket available for $50, which includes a St. Jude Mission Box filled with a variety of items to amplify their virtual event experience. Supporters also have the option to become a Partner In Hope by pledging just $20 a month to help kids at St. Jude fight cancer. For more information on sponsorship, to make a donation or become a Partner In Hope, visit stjude.org/lvfashion or contact Erica.Thompson@stjude.org.

About St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital:

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Its purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children.^® It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. Treatments invented at St. Jude have helped push the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20 percent to more than 80 percent since the hospital opened more than 50 years ago. St. Jude won’t stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude freely shares the discoveries it makes, and every child saved at St. Jude means doctors and scientists worldwide can use that knowledge to save thousands more children. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live. Join the St. Jude mission by visiting stjude.org, liking St. Jude on Facebook, following St. Jude on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and subscribing to its YouTube channel.

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May 19, 2020

UNLV ATHLETICS NEWS: Rebels See Historic Jump In APR Numbers

UNLV ATHLETICS SEES HISTORIC JUMP IN APR NUMBERS

Department earns highest single- and multi-year scores ever, a record 10 teams earn perfect single-year scores and five teams set or tie multi-year program marks

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UNLV Athletics reported historic progress in the classroom, setting multiple NCAA Academic Progress Rate (APR) records as the national organization released its most recent data for the 2018-19 academic year Tuesday.

UNLV Athletics’ collective single- and multi-year scores of 990 and 979, respectively, are both record-highs. The single-year score of 990 qualifies UNLV for the academic-based revenue distribution that is available from the NCAA for the first time, allowing schools with higher graduation rates and academic success to qualify for more funds.

Additionally, a UNLV-record 10 teams earned a single-year perfect score of 1,000, eclipsing the previous mark of eight teams, which happened twice. The 10 programs with perfect 1,000s are baseball, women’s basketball, cross country, men’s golf, women’s golf, softball, men’s tennis, women’s tennis, track and field and volleyball.

Also, baseball (978), football (964), men’s soccer (965), women’s tennis (1,000) and volleyball (1,000) all set or tied program records for multi-year scores.

“We are extremely proud of our student-athletes’ record-breaking APR performances,” said UNLV Director of Athletics Desiree Reed-Francois. “Thank you to Ann McDonough, Dean of the Academic Success Center, to our Student-Athlete Academic Services Department, and to all of our coaches and staff, for their continued commitment to the success of our student-athletes. These APR milestones and our record streak of 3.0 grade point averages are shining examples of how we continue to achieve academically.”

Women’s tennis and volleyball were both recognized last week with the NCAA’s Public Recognition Award by earning a multi-year APR of 1,000, putting each team in the top-10 percent of all squads in their respective sport. It marked volleyball’s third straight award and fourth overall, and it is the fourth overall for women’s tennis. To achieve a perfect multi-year score of 1,000, a program must be perfect in four consecutive years.

For the 12th consecutive year, all 17 of UNLV’s NCAA Division I sports programs possess a multi-year APR score that exceeds the NCAA minimum cut score of at least 930 to avoid penalties, with all Rebel teams posting a multi-year score this year of at least 952.

The APR provides a real-time look at a team’s academic success each semester by tracking the academic progress of each student-athlete. The APR includes eligibility, retention and graduation in the calculation and its goal is to provide a clear picture of the academic culture in each sport. A score of 1,000 means that the institution has met the goals of retention and satisfactory degree progress for 100 percent of each of its student-athletes in a given time period. A score of 900 equates to 90 percent, 800 equals 80 percent, and so forth. The NCAA implemented the APR in 2003.

The most recent APRs are multiyear rates based on scores from the 2015-16, 2016-17, 2017-18 and 2018-19 academic years.

May 19, 2020

The Mob Museum Resumes Operations Sunday, May 31

An image of The Mob Museum building. (Photo courtesy of The Mob Museum)

THE MOB MUSEUM RESUMES OPERATIONS SUNDAY, MAY 31

Admission to Include Free Hand Sanitizer Made in The Underground’s Distillery

The Mob Museum, The National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, is prepared to reopen on Sunday, May 31, 2020, contingent on the State of Nevada and local authorities lifting general restrictions. As it resumes operations, the award-winning 501(c)3 nonprofit organization will have new public health protocols in effect, developed in accordance with Centers for Disease Control, Southern Nevada Health District guidelines and industry specific best practices, to ensure the well-being and safety of all staff and guests. In addition, the Museum will provide each guest with a complimentary bottle of FDA approved 80 percent ethanol liquid hand sanitizer, produced in the Museum’s distillery, for a limited time.

“We eagerly look forward to welcoming back our guests and we have taken the utmost care to ensure that they, along with our team members, can enjoy the safest possible Museum environment,” said Jonathan Ullman, president and chief executive officer, The Mob Museum. “Our commitment to preserving history, fostering public discourse, and providing enriching, one-of-a-kind experiences remains unchanged.”

In addition to existing sanitization procedures and health and safety protocols, the Museum announces the following policies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic:

All individuals will be required to wear face masks for the duration of their time inside the Museum, with exceptions made only at management discretion in situations where sufficient alternative precautions are possible. Upon entering the building, each guest will receive a complimentary face mask to use if one is not already in possession.
The Museum will limit entry to approximately one-third of its previous operating capacity, and individual exhibit spaces will have capacity levels kept to half of posted fire code.
Purchasing tickets in advance online or over the phone with selected dates and times will be strongly encouraged to manage capacity.
A wellness check process will be employed for all individuals entering the building to reduce the likelihood of preventable exposure. This will include temperature checks with no-contact scanners for all employees, volunteers, vendors and guests.
Included with every ticket purchased, for a limited time, each guest will be provided with a complimentary bottle of 80 percent ethanol hand sanitizer. Guests may also opt for complimentary gloves and a stylus for use on Museum interactives.
Exhibits throughout the Museum have been reconfigured to better manage guest flow and to reduce physical handling. In some cases, videos and interactives have been modified.
High-efficiency particulate air filters will be used in The Underground for optimal filtration.
Speakeasy seating will be no more than half of fire code, with a minimum of six feet separation between tables. Single-use menus and other table service precautions will minimize contact.
The frequency of deep sanitizing occurring after-hours will be dramatically increased. The process and disinfectants used will be certified by a hospital grade cleaning service.

All personnel of The Mob Museum have a comprehensive operational plan to follow which can be found here.

Special hours for the vulnerable population, and their caretakers, will be available on Wednesdays from 8 to 9 a.m. The Museum offers a special rate to all Nevada residents of $16.95, which is a 40 percent discount off regular admission. A daily Happy Hour ticket is available for all out-of-state visitors after 5 p.m. for $19.95.

For more information or to purchase your tickets in advance, please visit www.TheMobMuseum.org.

ABOUT THE MOB MUSEUM
The Mob Museum, the National Museum of Organized Crime and Law Enforcement, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, provides a world-class journey through true stories—from the birth of the Mob to today’s headlines. The Mob Museum offers a provocative, contemporary look at these topics through hundreds of artifacts and immersive storylines. Numerous interactive exhibits include a Crime Lab, Firearm Training Simulator and Organized Crime Today exhibit, as well as The Underground, a Prohibition history exhibition featuring a speakeasy and distillery sponsored by Zappos. This year, the Museum released an engaging new mobile app providing the ultimate guide to the Museum for visitors, in-depth education for those seeking more about the history of the Mob and law enforcement, and an innovative, interactive lookalike feature called Doppelgangster which matches user’s facial features with Mob-related images. The Mob Museum has accumulated numerous accolades, including being named one of TripAdvisor’s “Top 25 U.S. Museums,” one of Las Vegas Weekly’s “Twenty Greatest Attractions in Las Vegas History,” one of National Geographic’s “Top 10 Things to Do in Las Vegas,” USA Today’s “Best Museum in Nevada” and No. 4 on its list of 10Best U.S. History Museums, “A Must for Travelers” by The New York Times and one of “20 Places Every American Should See” by FOX News and Budget Travel magazine. The Museum is a two-time winner of the Mayor’s Urban Design Award for Historic Preservation and Adaptive Reuse and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The Museum is open daily; visit the website for admission rates and operating hours. For more information, call (702) 229-2734 or visit themobmuseum.org.

May 18, 2020

SOUTH POINT ARENA TO HOST THE WORLD’S BEST BULL RIDERS IN THE PBR MONSTER ENERGY TEAM CHALLENGE, A CLOSED-TO-PUBLIC COMPETITION, JUNE 5 – 28

South Point Arena To Host the World’s Best Bull Riders IN The PBR Monster Energy Team Challenge, A closed-to-public competition, June 5 – 28

The competitions will be televised on CBS Sports Network and CBS Television Network

South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa has partnered with the PBR (Professional Bull Riders) to host 48 of the world’s top professional bull riders in the South Point Arena split into 12 teams and divisions, facing off until two teams remain to compete for the championship. The competitions each Friday and Saturday will be televised on CBS Sports Network with a “Game of the Week” broadcast on CBS Television Network each Sunday. Every night of competition will feature three “games,” where each game will comprise a head-to-head matchup of three riders from one team against three riders from another on the sport’s toughest bulls.

The first four weekends of the PBR Monster Energy Team Challenge at the South Point Arena in Las Vegas on June 5-28 will be closed-to-the-public using the safety protocols PBR debuted during three previous event weekends in April and May, including a scaled-down crew, medical testing, functional separation and social distancing.

“We are proud to partner with the PBR in bringing the world’s best bull riders to the South Point Arena. There is no better place than Vegas Cowboy Central to put the sports and entertainment capital back on television. Las Vegas will always be here to entertain you, even if you can’t be here.” said Ryan Growney, General Manager of South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa.

The competition will then culminate in a championship weekend that will welcome fans to ticketed events at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota July 10-12.

South Point Arena hosts the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour Finals each year.

“After successfully holding closed events in Oklahoma that utilized a comprehensive wellness and safety plan now being reviewed by other leagues, we have added protocols to provide fans a secure place to enjoy a new exciting team format,” said PBR Commissioner Sean Gleason. “We want to thank our fans for their patience and cooperation, as well as our venue, city and state partners, including Governor Kristi Noem, for collaborating on these measures for bringing this new team tournament in front of fans in an environment they’ll be comfortable in.”

Every team will have played six regular season games after four weeks. The teams with the top three records in each division will make the playoffs, with the regular season division champion earning a first round bye. Championship weekend – a single elimination bracket – will feature wild card matchups on Friday, the semifinals on Saturday, and Championship Sunday broadcast on CBS Television Network, with the consolation game on CBS Sports Network.

PBR’s most recent Unleash The Beast ticketed event for fans was in Little Rock March 6-7, 2020. When restrictions on mass gatherings from COVID-19 (Coronavirus) were put into place, PBR held closed-to-fans events for television in Georgia March 15-16, and at the Lazy E Arena in Oklahoma April 25-26 and May 9-10 with a comprehensive safety plan approved by three layers of government.

The PBR will announce in the coming weeks further competition details and rosters for The PBR Monster Energy Team Challenge, which will not offer individual riders’ points toward the 2020 world standings.

PBR will handle all production for these events, which are subject to change depending on developments with Covid-19.

About PBR (Professional Bull Riders)

PBR is the world’s premier bull riding organization. More than 700 bull riders compete in more than 200 events annually across the televised PBR Unleash the Beast Tour (UTB), which features the top 35 bull riders in the world; the PBR Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour (PWVT); the PBR Touring Pro Division (TPD); and the PBR’s international circuits in Australia, Brazil, Canada and Mexico. PBR’s digital assets include RidePass, which is home to Western sports. PBR is a subsidiary of IMG, a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media. For more information, visit PBR.com, or follow on Facebook at Facebook.com/PBR, Twitter at Twitter.com/PBR, and YouTube at YouTube.com/PBR.

About Monster Energy

Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it is the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at www.monsterenergy.com.

About South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa

Featuring more than 2,100 guestrooms, South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa overlooks the famous Las Vegas Strip and the serenity of the surrounding mountainscape. Each oversized guest room features state-of-the-art LED televisions as well as WiFi with high-speed internet connections. Guests visiting South Point Hotel will experience affordable luxury through a casino offering top-of-the-line gaming technology, more than 60 table games and a separate race and sports book area, 11 restaurants, including the award-winning Michael’s Gourmet Room, world-class Costa Del Sur Spa and Salon, a 400-seat showroom featuring headliner entertainment, a 700-seat Bingo room, a 16-screen Cinemark movie complex, a state-of-the-art 64-lane bowling center, a 52,000-square foot Conference Center and an 80,000-square foot Exhibit Hall. South Point Hotel is also home to the Tournament Bowling Plaza, a multi-million-dollar professional bowling tournament facility. In addition, South Point Hotel has the finest equestrian event facility in the country. The 240,000 square feet of event space features three climate-controlled arenas, vet clinic, feed store, more than 1,200 climate-controlled stalls and plays host to some of the country’s most unique events. South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa is at 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89183.

For more information or for room reservations, call (702) 796-7111 or visit the South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa website. Connect with South Point on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.

May 15, 2020

Pin Kaow Thai Restaurant Reopens for Dine-In Service

Pin Kaow Thai Restaurant Reopens for Dine-In Service

A family-owned restaurant and a favorite of Las Vegas locals for two decades, Pin Kaow Thai Restaurant will reopen to serve traditional Thai cuisine inside its two restaurant locations at 1974 N. Rainbow Blvd, and 9530 S. Eastern Ave., on Monday, May 18.

The restaurant will strictly enforce social distancing, following all CDC safety measures and reservation requirements. Pin Kaow’s menu includes an array of flavorful soups, curries, noodle dishes, meat and seafood selections, all made in-house with fresh and seasonal ingredients.

More information is available on the website at www.PinKaow.com and by calling the Rainbow location at 702-638-2746 or the Eastern location at 702-407-1188. Each location is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and noon to 10 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Follow Pin Kaow on Facebook and Instagram at @PinKaowThai.

About Pin Kaow Thai Restaurant

A family-owned restaurant and a favorite of Las Vegas locals for nearly two decades, Pin Kaow Thai Restaurant serves traditional Thai cuisine with locations at 1974 N. Rainbow Blvd, and at its newest outpost located at 9530 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 100. A frequent winner of Las Vegas Review-Journal’s “Best of Las Vegas” awards, Pin Kaow’s menu includes an array of flavorful soups, curries, noodle dishes, meat and seafood selections, all made in-house with fresh and seasonal ingredients. Pin Kaow’s diverse wine list has been expertly curated and is accompanied by an extensive selection of premium spirits and craft cocktails. More information and reservations are available by calling the Eastern location at 702-407-1188 or the Rainbow location at 702-638-2746 or on the website at http://www.pinkaow.com/. Pin Kaow Thai Restaurant is on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PinKaowThai and https://www.facebook.com/PinKaowThaiSouthEastern as well as Instagram at @pinkaowthai.

May 15, 2020

Maverick Helicopters Las Vegas to Reopen May 22

MAVERICK HELICOPTERS LAS VEGAS TO REOPEN MAY 22

“Our Vegas” promotion will gift 500 lucky guests a free Strip helicopter flight

Maverick Helicopters celebrates its return to the sky on May 22 with the “Our Vegas” promotion that will offer a chance for locals and visitors to fly above the world-famous Las Vegas Strip and Downtown Las Vegas for free. 250 winners and their guest will be randomly selected beginning May 20 through mid-June for this ultimate helicopter experience over Las Vegas.

“We are thrilled to be welcoming guests back to Las Vegas with an unforgettable opportunity,” said John Buch, president of Maverick Helicopters. “Las Vegas has been great to us for nearly 25 years and this is our way to give back and help make a positive impact to the future of our community and city we love.”

Maverick Helicopters will gift winners and their guest a one-of-a-kind aerial experience aboard a luxury helicopter. During flight, passengers will enjoy bird’s-eye views of iconic landmarks such as Bellagio, Caesars Palace, Wynn, Eiffel Tower, The Venetian Resort, Luxor, The Strat, T-Mobile Arena and the new home of the Las Vegas Raiders, Allegiant Stadium.

U.S. residents 18 and over can visit www.FlyMaverick.com/OurVegas for additional details and to enter Maverick Helicopters’ “Our Vegas” promotion. All flights must be redeemed by June 30, 2020.

About Maverick Helicopters

Maverick Helicopters, an award-winning division of Maverick Aviation Group, flies more than 250,000 guests annually out of Las Vegas, Grand Canyon South Rim, Grand Canyon West Rim, Maui, Hawaii and Kauai, Hawaii. Maverick Helicopters operates the largest and youngest fleet of Airbus EC130/H130 ECO-Star helicopters with nearly 50 aircraft and holds the top safety record of any tourism-based aviation company in the world. Maverick Helicopters employs the industry’s top pilots and has received numerous accolades including the Federal Aviation Administration’s Award of Excellence “Diamond Award” 2011-2019; Las Vegas Review-Journal’s “Best of Las Vegas” 2014-2019; USA Today’s 10Best 2019 Reader’s Choice Award; and many more. Maverick Helicopters has been celebrated as one of the world’s leading tourism companies for more than 20 years.

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May 14, 2020

PT’s Taverns to Host Complimentary True Rewards “Stir Crazy Staycation” Weekly Video Poker Tournaments

PT’s Taverns to Host Complimentary True Rewards
“Stir Crazy Staycation” Weekly Video Poker Tournaments

PT’s Taverns’ Free Virtual Tournaments Will Take Place Weekly Starting
May 18 through Golden Entertainment’s loyalty program, True Rewards

In need of a staycation? PTs Taverns have announced a second virtual tournament, the True Rewards Stir Crazy Staycation Weekly Video Poker Tournament, giving players a chance to win a two-night stay and $300 dining credit. Winners will have a choice between Aquarius Casino Resort or Edgewater Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada, or The STRAT Hotel Casino & SkyPod in Las Vegas.

The tournaments will be held from Monday, May 18 through Sunday, June 7 through True Rewards, Golden Entertainment Inc.’s loyalty program. The tournament is available to existing members through PT’s Entertainment’s mobile application.

The Stir Crazy Staycation Virtual Video Poker Tournament will be presented by PT’s 64 taverns in Southern Nevada, including all PT’s Pub, PT’s Gold, PT’s Ranch, PT’s Brewing Company, Sean Patrick’s, Sierra Gold and SG Bar locations. The first weekly tournament will begin on Monday, May 18, the second on Monday, May 25 and the third on Monday, June 1. True Rewards is a comprehensive gaming and retail rewards program that is available at 140+ locations throughout Nevada and Maryland.

True Rewards Stir Crazy Staycation Weekly Video Poker Tournament

The Stir Crazy Staycation Video Poker Tournament will be held by all of PT’s Taverns in Southern Nevada. Access to the weekly video poker tournaments are available exclusively on the PT’s Entertainment Group mobile application.

True Rewards members with either Epic, Legit or Solid status will receive 20 entries for each weekly contest. Those with Loyal and True status will receive 10 entries for each weekly contest. The first round of the video poker tournament will take place from Monday, May 18 through Sunday, May 24. The second contest will resume on Monday, May 25 through Sunday, May 31 and the tournaments will conclude with an additional round from Monday, June 1 through Sunday, June 7.

The top five highest scores each week will win a two-night stay at either The STRAT Hotel Casino & SkyPod in Las Vegas, Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada or Edgewater Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada and a $300 dining credit at the selected property. Weekly tournament winners will be posted in the promotions section of the PT’s Entertainment Group mobile application each Wednesday for the previous week’s tournament. Players may review the official rules on PTEGLV.com for additional information about how to claim their prize.

More information about the Stir Crazy Staycation Virtual Video Poker Tournament is available at:

https://www.pteglv.com/promotions/true-rewards-stir-crazy-staycation-video-poker-tournament/.

About PT’s Entertainment Group
PT’s Entertainment Group owns and operates a portfolio of 66 taverns, including: PT’s Pub, PT’s Gold, PT’s Ranch, PT’s Brewing Co., Sean Patrick’s, Sierra Gold and SG Bar. PT’s was recently awarded “Best Sports Bar,” “Best Wings,” “Best Late Night Eats,” and “Best Power Lunch” in the 2019 Best of Las Vegas readers’ poll, as well as “Best Happy Hour” in Las Vegas Weekly’s “Best of Vegas” readers’ poll in 2018 and 2019. The largest tavern operator in Nevada, PT’s is part of Golden Entertainment, Inc. PT’s also operates approximately 950 gaming devices. More information is available at pteglv.com, on Facebook and Instagram.

All PT’s Entertainment Group taverns are open 24 hours daily and serve a variety of dishes available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert. Breakfast selections include pancakes, omelets, and various egg dishes; appetizer selections include tacos, pizzas, sliders and other bar bites; lunch and dinner selections include burgers, wraps, sandwiches, wings and other entrées; and dessert selections include cookies, ice cream and more. Signature cocktails, as well as a variety of PT’s craft and import beer, are also available at all locations.

About Golden Entertainment, Inc.
Golden Entertainment, Inc. owns and operates Golden Gaming, PT’s Entertainment Group and Golden Route Operations. Golden Gaming’s assets include 10 resort-casinos, including The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod, Arizona Charlie’s Decatur and Arizona Charlie’s Boulder in Las Vegas; Aquarius Casino Resort, Colorado Belle Hotel & Casino Resort and Edgewater Hotel & Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada.; Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Flintstone, Maryland; Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino, Gold Town Casino and Lakeside Casino & RV Park in Pahrump, Nevada. PT’s Entertainment Group is Nevada’s largest tavern operator with 66 taverns, including PT’s Pub, PT’s Gold, PT’s Ranch, PT’s Brewing Company, PT’s Wings & Sports, Sean Patrick’s, Sierra Gold and SG Bar. Golden Route Operations, one of the largest distributed gaming operations in the nation, operates more than 10,500 gaming devices in more than 1,000 locations across Nevada and Montana. The company operates more than 16,200 gaming devices, 114 table games, 5,168 hotel rooms, and provides jobs for approximately 7,000 employees. Golden Entertainment’s signature guest loyalty rewards program, True Rewards, offers players the opportunity to earn and spend rewards at 130+ locations. More information is available on the company’s website: http://www.goldenent.com/.

May 14, 2020May 14, 2020

Distill and Remedy’s Reopens Five Locations Today for Dine In, Curbside Pickup and Delivery

Cheers to Distill and Remedy’s Reopening Five Locations for Dine In, Curbside Pickup and Delivery TODAY

WHO:

Local taverns Distill and Remedy’s are eager to reopen their doors starting today, Thursday, May 14 from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily.

WHAT:

Distill and Remedy’s will offer their full menu of American classics prepared by Executive Chef Jeff McCarthy to in-house dining guests. Diners can also enjoy the Slow-Smoked Rib Special (slow-smoked and finished on the grill with homemade BBQ sauce and served with baked beans and coleslaw) for $15.95.

In addition to reopening their doors for dine in, the restaurants offer two family meals for curbside pickup or delivery that serves four and starts at $39.95. The two family meal options include the choice of:

Bake-at-Home Lasagna – Family-style lasagna with fresh pasta, layered with Bolognese, mozzarella and parmesan cheeses. Served with Caesar salad and garlic bread.

Steak or Chicken Fajitas – Choice of grilled steak, chicken or both served with corn or flour tortillas, mixed fajita vegetables, Spanish rice and choice of refried or black beans. Fajitas also include shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, sour cream, salsa and homemade tortilla chips.

Have breakfast for the next day covered with a tray of Bake-at-Home Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, complete with butter cream frosting for just $10.

Guests can also order options from the bar for pickup such as a Margarita Package that comes with one bottle of Herradura Silver Tequila and margarita mix with lime wedges for $40, or the RED Beer 6-Pack starting at $18 with a choice of six bottled beers, Bloody Mary Mix and lime wedges.

WHEN:

Thursday, May 14

11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily

WHERE:

FIVE LOCATIONS

These five locations are currently open. Distill and Remedy’s look forward to serving the Las Vegas community at all eleven locations in the near future.

Distill Summerlin

10820 W. Charleston Blvd.

Distill Southern Highlands

4830 W. Pyle Ave.

Distill Centennial Hills

6430 N. Durango Dr.

Remedy’s St. Rose

3265 St. Rose Pkwy.

Remedy’s Conestoga

530 Conestoga Way

ABOUT DISTILL AND REMEDY’S

From Summerlin to Henderson to Southern Highlands and Centennial Hills, Distill and Remedy’s and are Vegas locals’ “homes away from home.” All locations feature fun and casual good times in beautiful and eclectic atmospheres with state-of-the-art gaming, hand-crafted cocktails, house-made tavern fare, friendly staff, fun events, two daily happy hours and the ultimate home for sports action. All locations feature the RED Loyalty, a frequent dining program allowing guests to earn points at all RED properties for discounts and promotions. For a full list of events and information, please visit www.distillbar.com or www.remedystavern.com.

May 14, 2020

Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar to Reopen for Dinner Friday, May 15

Gino and Rosalba Ferraro, owners, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
(Photo courtesy Chris Wessling for Ferraro’s)

FERRARO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & WINE BAR TO REOPEN FOR DINNER,
INTRODUCE FAMILY-STYLE TAKEOUT MENUS BEGINNING FRIDAY, MAY 15

Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar will reopen for dinnertime dine-in and takeout on Friday, May 15, at 4 p.m. Daily dinner hours will be 4 p.m. to midnight until further notice.

With four new individual and family-style takeout dinner options, as well as a dine-in menu featuring many of Ferraro’s most beloved signature dishes, Ferraro’s looks forward to welcoming patrons again.

“By streamlining our menu, we have not only been able to lower our prices, but also introduce takeout options giving our locals new choices to reflect our current times,” says Gino Ferraro, owner, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar. “On behalf of all of us, we have missed you tremendously and can’t wait to see you again.”

Dine-in guests can look forward to indulging in favorites such as Ferraro’s Lasagna alla Gino, Gnocchi with house pomodoro sauce and a seasonal Branzino dish, where grilled Mediterranean Sea bass comes with English peas, fava beans, artichoke and pistachio oil.

Meantime, Ferraro’s brand-new to-go menu introduces two-, three- and four-course takeout menus, along with a family-style option for four to six people. Single-serving menus start at $25 per person (Ferraro’s Salad or soup of the day, Pollo Piccata or Parmigiana with mixed vegetables); $40 per person (Caesar salad or Pasta e Fagioli soup, half-order Spaghetti and Meatballs, Chicken Marsala or Grilled Salmon, mixed vegetables and roasted potato) and $50 per person (Insalata Mimmo, Spinach Ravioli in butter and sage sauce, Vitello Piccata or Branzino, sautéed spinach and roasted potato, Tiramisu).

The family-style special, including five courses designed to serve four to six people, costs $150 and includes Salsiccia Calabrese and Rapini, Ferraro’s Salad, Rigatoni Bolognese, Pollo Parmigiana and Tiramisu.

To make reservations or to order takeout, click here or call (702) 364-5300.

PUBLIC HEALTH NOTCIE
The health and safety of our customers remains paramount. In accordance with guidelines set forth by public health agencies, Ferraro’s has enhanced our cleaning processes throughout the day and stepped up our nightly sanitization processes. We also mandate our employees always wear plastic gloves and face coverings to maintain a clean and virus-free environment. As an additional measure, Ferraro’s offers hand sanitizer stations located in multiple areas of the venue for our guests to access easily.

ABOUT FERRARO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT & WINE BAR
As Las Vegas’ longest running, family-owned and operated restaurant offering authentic Italian cuisine in a fine-dining atmosphere, Ferraro’s Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar has offered guests a five-star experience since 1985. Specializing in freshly made pastas and sauces, legendary osso buco, savory risottos, expertly prepared all-natural meats, Safe Harbor® seafood, as well as an extensive award-winning wine list, Ferraro’s is famous for its attention to detail, welcoming environment and passion for food that runs in the family. The Ferraro family members devote themselves to ensuring each guest has a memorable experience, whether for lunch, dinner, late-night or private parties and events. Ferraro’s is located at 4480 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, Nevada 89169 (across the street from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas). For reservations, call (702) 364-5300. For more information, find on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

May 14, 2020

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PREMIERES NEW ON-ICE SPECIAL THIS FRIDAY

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PREMIERES NEW ON-ICE SPECIAL THIS FRIDAY

Available online, Friday May 15, at 12 p.m. PT / 3 p.m. ET on CirqueConnect

cirquedusoleil.com/cirqueconnect

Cirque du Soleil invites families from all over the world to watch a one-of-a-kind CirqueConnect 60-minute on-ice special, this Friday. Appropriate for all ages, viewers can enjoy some of the best live show moments from CRYSTAL and AXEL, the first shows on ice produced by Cirque du Soleil. Perfect for the whole family, parents and children can discover world-class ice skaters and acrobats taking their frozen playground by storm with speed and fluidity as they challenge the laws of gravity with daring and outstanding performances.

Households can tune in together this Friday May 15th at 3p.m. ET, on the CirqueConnect content hub at cirquedusoleil.com/cirqueconnect, to discover a new exhilarating type of entertainment as Cirque du Soleil meets the ice.

The special will remain available on the CirqueConnect content hub for those who can’t watch on Friday. CirqueConnect provides at-home entertainment to fans and families alike and Cirque du Soleil encourages those around the world to #TuneIn together.

More about CRYSTAL

CRYSTAL is the 42nd creation of Cirque du Soleil and explores the artistic possibilities of ice for the first time. This unique production pushes boundaries of performance by combining stunning skating and acrobatic feats that defy the imagination. Watch as world-class ice skaters and acrobats take their new frozen playground with speed and fluidity as they challenge the laws of gravity with never-before-seen acrobatics. Follow Crystal, the lead character, on an exhilarating tale of self-discovery as she dives into a world of her own imagination. CRYSTAL invites you to suspend reality and glide into a world that springs to a colorful life with astounding visual projections and an original score that seamlessly blends popular music with the signature sound of Cirque du Soleil.

CRYSTAL features an international cast composed of figure, extreme and freestyle ice skaters, acrobats, musicians and a comic character. Eleven different nationalities are represented in the cast.

More about AXEL

AXEL is the 48th original production of Cirque du Soleil, and its second on-ice experience. Cirque du Soleil invites you to an odyssey on ice in which graphics, music, skating and acrobatics come together to create a colourful, emotionally rich universe.

Join Axel and his adrenaline-fueled crew on an exhilarating adventure as his passion for music and graphic arts takes you on an electrifying journey. In this epic fantasy, Axel will realize that love is the source of the light that will give him the courage and strength he needs to overcome any obstacle and make his wildest dreams come true.

AXEL is a truly inspiring experience for the whole family, reminding each of us how important it is to believe in our dreams. As well as stunning figure skating and circus arts on ice, AXEL is a show set to an upbeat musical score packed with original pop compositions and a handful of unique takes on famous hits, all performed live by Axel and his band. The creative team drew inspiration from the energy and excitement of arena concerts and sports events to create an electro-pop circus show on ice.

About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is a world leader in live entertainment. On top of producing world-renowned circus arts shows, the Canadian organization brings its creative approach to a large variety of entertainment forms such as multimedia productions, immersive experiences, theme parks and special events. Going beyond its various creations, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group aims to make a positive impact on people, communities and the planet with its most important tools: creativity and art. For more information about Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, please visit CDSentertainmentgroup.com

May 13, 2020May 13, 2020

Vegas Baby Vodka to Host Virtual Happy Hour with Yelp Las Vegas via Instagram Live

Vegas Baby Vodka to Host Virtual Happy Hour
with Yelp Las Vegas via Instagram Live

Vegas Baby Vodka executives and mother and son duo, Jennifer Higgins and Sam Richardson, will host a virtual happy hour broadcasted on the Yelp Las Vegas Instagram account, @Yelplv, at 5 p.m. on Friday, May 15.

Higgins and Richardson will demonstrate how to create two at-home cocktails, incorporating ingredients many people have at home, to create two signature cocktails: the Vegas Baby Spritz and Jenn’s Cosmo. The recipes for each are as follows:

Vegas Baby Spritz
1 oz. Vegas Baby Vodka
6 oz. Berry Spakling Lemonade
1.5 oz. Aperol
.5 oz. Lemon Juice
Orange wheel, for garnish
Strawberry slice, for garnish

Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice, until shaker is cold. Strain into a wine glass. Garnish with an orange wheel and slice of strawberry.

Jenn’s Cosmo
1.5 oz. Vegas Baby Vodka
1 oz. Lime Juice
1 oz. Cranberry Juice
.75 oz Simple Syrup
.5 oz. Cointreau
Lime wheel, for garnish

Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker filled with ice, until shaker is cold. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.

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May 13, 2020

PT’s Taverns Welcomes Guests Back to Select Locations

PT’s Taverns Welcomes Guests Back to Select Locations

PT’s Taverns will reopen six taverns for dining, curbside pickup and delivery through DoorDash at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 19.

They include PT’s Gold at 7550 Oso Blanca Rd.: (702) 840-3884, Sierra Gold at 6515 S. Jones Blvd.: (702) 221-4120, Sierra Gold at 6929 N. Aliante Pkwy.: 702.899.4307, PT’s Gold at 9363 S. Buffalo Dr.: (702) 707-9479, PT’s Pub at 2280 S. Nellis Blvd.: (702) 432-3348 and Sierra Gold located in Reno at 680 S Meadows Pkwy.: (775) 850-1112. The six tavern locations will be open daily from 10 a.m. until 11 p.m.

Bar seating and gaming machines will not reopen at this time. In addition to following the guidelines set forth by the state, PT’s has created additional health and safety protocols for the health and safety of its guests and team members.

Additional reopening dates for PT’s other taverns will be announced on a later date. More information about PT’s reopening schedule can be found on the company’s website at pteglv.com, as well as on Facebook and Instagram.

About PT’s Entertainment Group

PT’s Entertainment Group owns and operates a portfolio of 66 taverns, including: PT’s Pub, PT’s Gold, PT’s Ranch, PT’s Brewing Co., Sean Patrick’s, Sierra Gold and SG Bar. PT’s was recently awarded “Best Sports Bar,” “Best Wings,” “Best Late Night Eats,” and “Best Power Lunch” in the 2019 Best of Las Vegas readers’ poll, as well as “Best Happy Hour” in Las Vegas Weekly’s “Best of Vegas” readers’ poll in 2018 and 2019. The largest tavern operator in Nevada, PT’s is part of Golden Entertainment, Inc. PT’s also operates approximately 950 gaming devices. More information is available at pteglv.com, on Facebook and Instagram.

About Golden Entertainment, Inc.

Golden Entertainment, Inc. owns and operates Golden Gaming, PT’s Entertainment Group and Golden Route Operations. Golden Gaming’s assets include 10 resort-casinos, including The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod, Arizona Charlie’s Decatur and Arizona Charlie’s Boulder in Las Vegas; Aquarius Casino Resort, Colorado Belle Hotel & Casino Resort and Edgewater Hotel & Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada.; Rocky Gap Casino Resort in Flintstone, Maryland; Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino, Gold Town Casino and Lakeside Casino & RV Park in Pahrump, Nevada. PT’s Entertainment Group is Nevada’s largest tavern operator with 66 taverns, including PT’s Pub, PT’s Gold, PT’s Ranch, PT’s Brewing Company, Sean Patrick’s, Sierra Gold and SG Bar. Golden Route Operations, one of the largest distributed gaming operations in the nation, operates more than 10,500 gaming devices in more than 1,000 locations across Nevada and Montana. The company operates more than 16,200 gaming devices, 114 table games, 5,168 hotel rooms, and provides jobs for approximately 7,000 employees. Golden Entertainment’s signature rewards program, True Rewards, offers players the opportunity to earn and spend rewards at 130+ locations. More information is available on the company’s website: http://www.goldenent.com/.

May 13, 2020

UNLV MEN’S BASKETBALL’S 2020-21 NON-CONFERENCE SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

UNLV MEN’S BASKETBALL’S 2020-21 NON-CONFERENCE SCHEDULE ANNOUNCED

Runnin’ Rebels’ slate includes home games against UCLA and California, a trip to Hawaii for the Maui Invitational and road games at Kansas State, VCU and SMU

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UNLV Athletics announced the non-conference portion of its 2020-21 men’s basketball schedule Wednesday.

Highlighted by home games against Pac-12 Conference members UCLA and California, a trip to Hawaii for the Maui Invitational and road contests at Kansas State, VCU and SMU, the Runnin’ Rebels can play up to six teams collectively from the Atlantic Coast Conference, Big Ten Conference, Big 12 Conference, Pac-12 and Southeastern Conference.

The strongest non-conference schedule for the Runnin’ Rebels in five years (based on 2019-20 final NET Rankings), the upcoming slate is also an improvement over last year’s according to KPI, BPI, POM and SAG statistical rankings. UNLV will have an opportunity to play up to six Quadrant 1 or 2 games (also based on 2019-20 final NET Rankings). The last two seasons, UNLV played in just three games each vs. Quad 1 or 2 opponents.

“Our schedule will be challenging with high-level games at home, on the road and on a neutral court in Maui,” said UNLV head coach T.J. Otzelberger, who last season led the Runnin’ Rebels to their most Mountain West wins and highest league finish in 12 years by tying for second in his first year at the helm of the program. “Those are opportunities we will embrace as we continue to move our program forward.”

The Runnin’ Rebels’ 2020-21 season will begin with five straight games at the Thomas & Mack Center starting with an exhibition contest against Chaminade on Friday, November 6.

The regular-season opener will take place Tuesday, November 10 against Montana State followed by a visit from Cal on Saturday, November 14. It will mark the fifth time Cal has played at UNLV as the Runnin’ Rebels own a 3-1 all-time mark against the Golden Bears at home. UNLV will look to avenge its overtime loss last season in Berkeley, California.

The Runnin’ Rebels will host their most anticipated home game of the non-conference season on Tuesday, November 17 vs. UCLA. The Bruins finished second in the Pac-12 last season, just one game back of league champion Oregon. It will mark UCLA’s third visit to the Thomas & Mack Center and first since 1997. The Rebels played the Bruins in Westwood last November.

The season-opening homestand will conclude with a game against Benedictine Mesa on Friday, November 20 before heading to Hawaii.

The Maui Jim Maui Invitational will be up next, scheduled to be played Monday-Wednesday, November 23-25. One of the sport’s most prestigious events, this year’s field includes North Carolina from the ACC, Indiana from the Big Ten, Texas from the Big 12, Stanford from the Pac-12, Providence from the Big East Conference and Davidson from the Atlantic 10 Conference. Each of UNLV’s possible opponents in the event were ranked in the top 80 in last season’s final NET ranking.

UNLV’s appearance in the Maui Invitational will mark its first since 2015. The 2020 tournament field boasts a combined 214 NCAA Tournament appearances, 39 Final Four berths and 13 national championships.

The Runnin’ Rebels will return home to host Whittier College on Saturday, November 28, then head back on the road to take on VCU as part of the inaugural Mountain West-Atlantic 10 Challenge Series. It will mark the first meeting between the two programs.

UNLV will continue its road trip with a game at Kansas State on Saturday, December 5. It will mark just the Runnin’ Rebels’ second time playing at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan. UNLV hosted K-State last November, falling in overtime.

The Runnin’ Rebels then return home for their final homestand of the non-conference season vs. Florida A&M on Wednesday, December 16 and Omaha on Saturday, December 19.

The non-conference slate will conclude with a road game at SMU on Tuesday, December 22. It will mark UNLV’s first time playing at Moody Coliseum in Dallas since the two schools were both members of the Western Athletic Conference in 1999.

The Mountain West schedule will be announced at a later date. All game times and television appearances will be shared upon confirmation.

Click here for the 2020-21 schedule on UNLVRebels.com

TICKETS: Runnin’ Rebel season tickets are on sale now and start as low as $119. Interest-free payment plans are available. To purchase, visit UNLVtickets.com or call 702-895-2958.

# = Field includes North Carolina, Indiana, Texas, Alabama, Stanford, Providence, Davidson and UNLV
^ = Mountain West-Atlantic 10 Challenge Series