AccessVegas.com Las Vegas News

Terrible’s Primm Valley Casino Resorts in association with Roy Englebrecht Events present Worlds Collide, a boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA) tournament with bouts sharing the same ring on the same night. The six-show series set for Saturday nights in 2009 will debut at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14 in the Star of the Desert Arena at Buffalo Bill’s Resort.

“We are excited to combine my great first love, boxing, with MMA at Terrible’s Primm Valley Casino Resorts,” said president of Worlds Collide Fights, LLC and boxing world champion Fernando Vargas. “Together with my partners, we look forward to putting on many more exciting nights merging the two sports.”

The dual sport concept will showcase three weight categories at 130, 150 and 170 pounds, featuring eight professional boxers and eight professional mixed martial arts fighters in each of three weight divisions in a “winner take all” tournament format. The six Worlds Collide Champions will win a total of $10,000 in prize money, with winners in the quarterfinals winning $2,000, in the semi finals winners receive $3,000, and the six Worlds Collide champions each win $5,000. Quarterfinals are set for Feb. 14, April 18, June 20 and will feature four boxing and four MMA quarterfinal bouts on each of the dates. Winners then advance to the semi finals on Aug. 22 and Oct. 17 with the finalist competing in the Worlds Collide Championship on Dec. 5, 2009. Only fighters with 10 or fewer pro fights and a winning record are eligible to fight in the Worlds Collide Tournament, and fighters who qualify and are interested in being selected need to contact Roy Englebrecht at boxing77@aol.com or 949.760.3131. All competitors in Worlds Collide will be announced in mid January.

“It is a concept geared toward young and exciting boxers and MMA fighters trying to establish themselves,” said Englebrecht. “Each of the Worlds Collide shows will feature some of the most talented young fighters in boxing and mixed martial arts from Nevada and California, who will give fight fans nonstop action each and every bout, as these young warriors look to make a name for themselves, giving everything they have in pursuit of the coveted Worlds Collide bracelet. That’s why No Fame – No Fortune – No Fear – All Fight, is what Worlds Collide is all about!”

Worlds Collide is at the Star of the Desert arena inside Buffalo Bill’s Resort & Casino. Tickets are $20, $35 or $45 and are available online at www.primmvalleyresorts.com or by calling 1.800.FUN.STOP. As part of the complimentary ticket offer from Terrible’s Primm Valley Casino Resorts, 500 free tickets will be available for the event at www.primmconcerts.com. Doors open at 6 p.m. on Feb. 14 and the first match is at 7 p.m.

About Terrible’s Primm Valley Casino Resorts:
Primm Valley Casino Resorts, located 25 minutes south of Las Vegas on Interstate 15 at the Southern Nevada/California state line, includes Buffalo Bill’s Resort & Casino, Primm Valley Resort & Casino, Whiskey Pete’s Hotel & Casino, Primm Center and the Primm Valley Lotto Store. Combined, the three properties feature 2,644 guest rooms, 136,000 square feet of casino space, 2,900 slot machines and 98 gaming tables.

Primm Valley Resort and Casino

Comments Off

Beginning January 14, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens will celebrate the 2009 Chinese New Year, the Year of the Ox, with a unique display filled with hidden meaning. The Conservatory’s design will be guided by the ancient practice of Feng Shui – the art of using surroundings to attract harmony, balance and positive life energy.

The dramatic centerpiece of this exhibit will be a botanical 15-foot-long ox. The magnificent creature will be found cooling off in a tranquil pond. His full coat will be comprised of more than 10,000 living Alternanthera, a low-growing herb, while his gleaming horns will be made with a golden-hued metal.

Legend has it that Buddha asked all the animals to meet him on Chinese New Year. Twelve came. The second animal in the Asian zodiac, the ox serves as a symbol of prosperity. Those born in the Year of the Ox tend to be self-assured, inspirational and born leaders.

Just steps away from Bellagio’s robust ambassador, an 18-foot-tall Chinese God of Wealth and Fortune will be found amidst I-Ching coins, a traditional Chinese money symbol. Widely recognized as the strongest symbol of good fortune in China, the God of Wealth and Fortune will be flanked by two Ming Dynasty-styled dings, ancestral vessels that protect against bad luck.

Nearby, a trio of charming, 6-foot-tall giant pandas, made of more than 9,000 living plants, will frolic in a lush garden filled with towering bamboo. Considered a national treasure in China and listed as an endangered species, pandas spend at least 12 hours each day eating up to 84 pounds of bamboo.

Within Bellagio’s Conservatory, visitors also will find a zigzag bridge leading to a beautiful, wing-tipped gazebo painted a deep red lacquer with shimmering gold trim and green-tiled roofs. The color red signifies happiness while the upturned roofline will ward off evil spirits. The sharp pattern of the bridge will protect against negative energy and bad spirits. A majestic mountain, seen as a pillar between heaven and earth, will serve as a dramatic backdrop.

The teachings of Feng Shui also will be used to purposely position the flow of water into Bellagio’s Conservatory, and not away, ensuring the flow of positive energy. Visitors are invited to celebrate Chinese New Year in Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens January 14 through February 28.

Chinese New Year Facts:

· The Year of the Ox is January 26, 2009 – February 14, 2010
· People born in the Year of the Ox tend to be self-assured and inspirational

Chinese New Year Conservatory Facts:

* 15-foot-long ox comprised of 10,000 Alternanthera
* Three 6-foot-tall giant pandas comprised of Helichrysum Icicles and Hemigraphis Erect
* 18-foot-tall God of Wealth and Fortune
* I-Ching coins are traditional money symbol
* Zigzag bridges, color red and water protect against evil, ensure positive energy

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Information

Bellagio Resort and Casino

Comments Off

RA Sushi Bar Restaurant will celebrate four years in Las Vegas with a prom-themed anniversary party on Saturday, January 24.
 
The event begins on Saturday, January 24 at 9 p.m. and features live entertainment from Last Pop Nation, Justin Carder and RA’s own DJ G-Raw. Ladies are encouraged to don their most gaudy dresses and men in the craziest tuxes they can find to celebrate the prom-themed event.
 
Happy Hour drink specials will be featured all evening with drink specials ranging from $1-$5 that include beer, sake and a wide variety of specialty cocktails. Food specials include specialty sushi rolls and select appetizers including Shrimp Nigiri, Crispy Spicy Tuna, Coconut Shrimp Tempura and Edamame.
 
WHAT: RA Las Vegas’ 4th Anniversary Party
                       
WHEN: Saturday, January 24 9 p.m. – close

WHERE: RA Sushi Bar Restaurant at the Fashion Show Mall, 3200 Las Vegas Boulevard South. Open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

ABOUT RA SUSHI
RA Sushi Bar Restaurant, an upbeat, unconventional sushi bar, opened its first location in Old Town Scottsdale in October 1997. RA is best known for successfully combining distinctive sushi with a trendy, hip environment. Fresh sushi is sliced to order along with outstanding Japanese-fusion cuisine in a fun, energetic atmosphere. The result is a place that is both unpretentious and fashionable. Visit www.RAsushi.com for more details.

RA Sushi Information

Comments Off

Smashtime Saturdays returned to Body English inside the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino last night, and spotted amongst the partygoers was Zacky of the band, Avenged Sevenfold, joined by his girlfriend. Smashtime host Clinton Sparks of The Daily 10 spun his set on the turntables, bringing back one of Vegas’ hottest parties. Over at Wasted Space, rock and alternative band Wingman performed.

 Photo credit – Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

Body English Nightclub

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

Comments Off

Last night inside Wasted Space at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, former NY Yankee Jason Giambi celebrated his 38th birthday with his wife and friends. The major leaguer just recently signed a multi-million dollar one year contract to play for the Oakland A’s.

Photo Credit: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino – Hew Burney

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

Comments Off

Smashtime, a weekly party hosted by the stars of E! Entertainment Television’s The Daily 10, return to Body English to bring back the unique vibe and energy that has revolutionized the nightlife  scene since its inception in 2007. 

 E! Entertainment Television’s on-air personalities from The Daily 10: co-host Sal Masekela, movie expert Ben Lyons music guru Clinton Sparks as well as the newest addition to the Smashtime line-up, Catt Sadler also of The Daily 10. The return date for this event is Saturday, Jan. 10, 2009. Doors open to the public at 10:30 p.m.

Smashtime is a weekly event that takes place on Saturday nights inside Body English.  Normal charges will apply, and local ladies are always free.  Must be 21 years of age and older.

The Daily 10 is a fast-paced, weeknight series that keeps even the most obsessed pop culture addicts up-to-date with the hottest celebrity scoop.  When the popular E! series decided to hit the Las Vegas nightlife scene, Body English at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino was their #1 pick.  Smashtime sticks to the energy and originality of The Daily 10, then kicks up the party factor. Spot young Hollywood’s latest star at the next table, check out rising DJs before everyone else and then look for your photo in next week’s gossip magazines.  Expect anything to happen, anyone to stop by and everyone to be there.  Get even closer to the same action that Sal, Ben Clinton and Catt talk about every night on the air.

Body English Nightclub

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

Comments Off