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The Henderson firefighters ate their way to victory this weekend during the Inaugural B3 “Big, Badass Burrito” Eating Challenge between the Las Vegas Police Protective Association (LVPPA) and the Henderson Firefighter’s Benevolent Association at the Sahara Hotel & Casino’s NASCAR Cafe on Saturday, June 20, 2009. The charity “Father’s Day” themed competition was not taken lightly by either side as the heroic eaters competed to finish the monumental, six pound burrito, which is two-feet in length and is smothered with guacamole, sour cream and melted cheese. This burrito is so big, so spectacular; it’s made national news!

Each battling side consisted of three pairs made up of officers or firefighters and their fathers, children or mentees. The teams of two had 45 minutes to decimate as much of their burritos as possible. The total remaining weight of each side’s burritos were added to find the overall winning side. The Henderson Firefighters Benevolent Association prevailed, only leaving 4 lbs of burrito uneaten, while the LVPPA had 5.25 lbs remaining. Both sides were fierce competitors, and the contest was extremely close.

The two branches of emergency services earned a combined $5,500 for the charities for donating a mere 45 minutes of their time. Fifteen percent of all food and beverage purchased at the NASCAR Café during the event and on Father’s Day were equally divided between the LVPPA Metro Charities, Inc. and the Henderson Firefighter’s Benevolent Association. In addition, all proceeds from a silent auction of Father’s Day-themed gift baskets and other fantastic items were equally divided between the charities, making for a successful event.

In addition to the cash donation and the ultimate bragging rights, the Henderson Firefighter’s Benevolent Association received a trophy, winner’s T-shirts and their photo on the NASCAR Café’s “Winner Wall.” The LVPPA team members were great sports when the time came to wear pink “Certified Weenie” T-shirts and be photographed in front of the restaurant’s “Weenie Wall of Shame.” This burrito eating contest was the first fundraising event held by the LVPPA to kick-off its newly formed non-profit organization – LVPPA Metro Charities, Inc. The Sahara Hotel & Casino was exceptionally pleased and proud to host the event and welcomes other organizations in search of a friendly finger-licking competition.

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Rappers Too Short and Xzibit partied at a VIP table at Moon Nightclub inside Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas Tuesday night (6.16.09).   Dressed casually in jeans t-shirts, the two were joined by about ten others.  They were seen dancing to the music and enjoying the atmosphere, leaving the club around 3 a.m.

Photo credit: Shane O’Neal

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Located at Wynn, Daniel Boulud Brasserie is launching a series of Beer Pairing Dinners in late June which I thought may be of interest to you. Beer-pairing dinners are growing in popularity among those who appreciate fine food and spirits, and Daniel Boulud Brasserie is leading the pack with this fun, insightful look at how malts and hops combine with the fresh flavors of his signature Provencal cuisine.

This debut event, to be co-hosted by Executive Chef Wesley Holton, Sur Lucero, Wine Manager for DB Brasserie and Michael Smith of Unibroue Brewery, will offer up a luscious menu that kicks off with a reception that pairs Boulud’s famed charcuterie offerings with Unibroue’s Blanche de Chambly, a white ale with an alluring golden color and a subtle bouquet of spice and citrus notes. The dinner that follows ranges from tantalizing roasted asparagus salad and swordfish “en Mouclade” (the latter paired with Unibroue’s strong triple-style golden ale La Fin Du Monde), on through to Boulud’s succulent slow-roasted pork belly, served with Anchor Spring Bock of San Francisco and Unibroue’s Maudite, a strong amber-red ale from Quebec. Even the dessert, a warm tarte au chocolat, will be served with beer-butter-pecan ice cream and Unibroue’s Trois Pistoles, a strong dark ale topped with a rich foam mousse.

Daniel Boulud Brasserie will host its first-ever beer pairing dinner on Tuesday, June 23rd. The four-course dinner is prix fixe at $85 per person, inclusive of tax and tip. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m., with a reception featuring DB’s famous charcuterie selection and beer followed by a multi-course dinner beginning at 7:30 p.m. To purchase seats for the event or for more information, call Wynn Dining Reservations at 702-770-DINE.

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Hollywood recording artist and Disney Channel star Demi Lovato kicks off her North American headline tour this summer and will make a stop at the Orleans Arena on July 18 with American Idol finalist, David Archuleta.

The past year has been a whirlwind for Lovato, starting in June with the debut of her first Disney Channel Original Movie, Camp Rock, followed by the No. 2 debut of her first CD, “Don’t Forget,” a national tour, as well as her starring role in the hit Disney Channel series, Sonny with a Chance. Lovato also costars with Selena Gomez in the upcoming Disney Channel Original Movie Princess Protection Program.

Lovato recently released a deluxe edition of “Don’t Forget,” which includes two new bonus songs and a DVD of music videos, live footage and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage. Lovato performed on the hit ABC show Dancing with the Stars, and also performed her newest single “Don’t Forget” on Ellen. She has sold more than 1.1 million digital downloads of her first three singles, “Get Back,” “La La Land” and “Don’t Forget.” The multi-talented Lovato is also working on new material for her sophomore solo album due in July.

David Archuleta, the runner-up on the 7th season of American Idol, hails from Murray, Utah, a town just outside Salt Lake City. He came to national attention and captured the hearts and imagination of a nation with several show-stopping performances on American Idol. David Archuleta’s eponymous debut has been certified gold with over 500,000 albums sold since its November 2008 release.

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In August 2009, legendary Hollywood hotspot, Pink’s Hot Dogs will open a new location in Las Vegas. Pink’s Hot Dogs Las Vegas will be located within Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, at the south end of the property and directly accessible to foot traffic walking along Las Vegas Blvd.

Pink’s Hot Dogs Las Vegas will be holding a job fair in July and is expecting to hire between 30 to 35 people for positions that will range from bartenders to line cooks and managers.

“With its blend of celebrity kitsch, quality food and great value, this is a perfect time to bring the iconic Pink’s brand to Las Vegas,” said Las Vegas restaurateur Billy Richardson, the CEO and creative mind behind LBS: A Burger Joint and the new Pink’s Hot Dogs Las Vegas. “With its prime location right on the Las Vegas Strip, Pink’s will enjoy tremendous foot traffic and will bring a new ‘gourmet fast-food’ flare to Las Vegas.”

Approaching their 70th Anniversary, Pink’s originated in Los Angeles as a family-owned hot dog stand in 1939 and evolved into a West Coast icon. Pink’s is known as “Home of the World’s Best Chili Dog,” a title earned for the recipe specially developed by founder, Betty Pink. The hot dogs are all beef with natural casing and make a mouth-watering snap when you sink in your teeth. Enjoyed for years by Hollywood celebrities ranging from Robert Goulet to Snoop Dog, Pink’s hot dogs have become a cultural phenomenon and can be ordered in dozens of delicious variations.

The 1,900 sq. ft., Las Vegas hot dog joint will offer 14 varieties of hot dogs, including its top dogs: the Stretch Chili Cheese Dog, Chicago Polish Dog and Rosie O’Donnell Long Island Dog. In addition to the hot dogs, other delectable items will be served such as burgers with sides such as fries, coleslaw and chips and salsa. Exclusive to the Las Vegas location, Pink’s will offer alcoholic beverages to their customers, as well as indoor and outdoor seating.

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The Sahara Hotel & Casino’s NASCAR Café is hosting an eating contest of enormous proportions between local police and firefighters to benefit two fantastic charities on Saturday, June 20 at noon. Team members from both the Las Vegas Police Protective Association (to benefit the non-profit organization LVPPA Metro Charities, Inc.) and the Henderson Firefighter’s Benevolent Association (a non-profit organization) will compete to finish the NASCAR Café’s new B3 “Big, Badass Burrito,” a monumental six pound concoction, which is two-feet in length and is smothered with guacamole, sour cream and melted cheese. This burrito is so big, so spectacular, it’s made national news.

Each battling side will consist of three pairs made up of officers or firefighters and their fathers, children or mentees. The teams of two will have 45 minutes to decimate as much of their burritos as possible; and the long standing friendly rivalry between the two branches of the emergency services ensures that the competition will not be taken lightly by either side.

The heroic eaters will compete for first, second and third place prizes. Then the total remaining weight of each side’s burritos will be added to find the overall winning side. The winning side will receive a trophy, winner’s T-Shirts and the ultimate bragging rights while the losers will be made to wear pink “Certified Weenie” T-Shirts and be photographed in front of the restaurant’s “Weenie Wall of Shame.”

Fifteen percent of all food and beverage purchased at the NASCAR Café the day of the event and on Father’s Day will be equally divided between both charities. In addition, all proceeds from a silent auction of Father’s Day-themed gift baskets will also benefit both charities. Among many other great items, event sponsors Meghie’s Ski, Bike & Board and the Las Vegas 51′s will feature auction items of Las Vegas 51′s family 4-packs and a bike enthusiast’s dream goodie bag.

The public is encouraged to come out and cheer for the heroes who protect and serve our community. The NASCAR Café is featuring several incredible food and drink specials the day of the event. In addition, all police officers and firefighters who attend to cheer for their team and show ID will receive a free well beer the day of the event.

“We’ve done fundraisers like golf tournaments in the past to benefit our association that were hugely successful,” said Captain Bill Rotroff, chairman of the Henderson Firefighter’s Benevolent Association. “We’re excited to participate in a unique and fun event that our members and their families will love, and that our brotherhood of firefighters and the community as a whole would enjoy and appreciate.”

“The LVPPA is excited to participate in this wonderful fundraising event. The LVPPA Metro Charities, Inc. is a newly organized charity that focuses on taking care of the families, especially children, of fallen officers. This is our first fundraising event and we are excited to team with the Sahara Hotel and Casino and the firefighters in an event that will not only benefit both charity organizations, but also the community as well,” states Chris Collins, Chairman of the LVPPA Metro Charities, Inc.

The Las Vegas Police Protective Association Metro, Inc. (LVPPA) was incorporated in 1947 to support law enforcement officers and represents its members through contract negotiations, processing grievances, and legal representations. The Association represents over 2500 rank and file Police and Corrections Officers that are employed by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and Marshals employed by the City of Las Vegas. The LVPPA is participating in the eating contest to benefit the LVPPA Metro Charities, Inc.

The LVPPA Metro Charities, Inc. is a nonprofit organization recently created as a charity organization that will focus on providing benefits to fallen officers and their families. The organization received the IRS 501(c)(3) designation in early of 2009. This designation allows an organization’s donors to receive a tax deduction. The organization will primarily focus on providing benefits to the families, especially children, of officers who are killed in the line of duty such as the recent tragedy with Officer James Manor.

The Henderson Firefighter’s Benevolent Association is a non-profit organization that was formed in 2006. Its primary objective and purpose is to provide charitable assistance to its members, disabled and retired personnel, along with their dependents and their survivors as needed. Further, the Association provides charitable assistance to the public who also demonstrates needs.

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ABBA tribute band, Arrival to perform at The Club inside Cannery Casino & Hotel on Saturday, July 4.

Tickets start at $9.95 plus tax and fees, and are on sale now at the Cannery Casino & Hotel’s ticket sales counter located at the front desk. Tickets will also be available for purchase by calling (702) 507-5757 or (866) 999-4899 (toll free), or by visiting www.cannerycasinos.com.

Arrival from Sweden was founded in 1995 and is currently the largest ABBA show in the world. They have performed in more than 20 countries worldwide including the United States, England, Holland, France, China, Australia, and of course, Sweden. The show is a spectacle with 12 members on stage including some original ABBA band members. Arrival from Sweden also has the exclusive worldwide rights to the original ABBA costume designs and they wear exact reproductions of the original costumes. Arrival from Sweden will play all of the ABBA hits including “Mamma Mia,” “Fernando,” “Dancing Queen,” “Waterloo” and “Money, Money, Money.” ABBA fan clubs around the globe have declared Arrival from Sweden the best ABBA tribute in the world.

Cannery Casino Resorts can be reached at (702) 856-5300.

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PEEPSHOW, Las Vegas’ newest hit production and only striptease spectacular is pleased to announce Broadway veteran and talented recording artist Shoshana Bean as the newest addition to the PEEPSHOW cast at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino beginning June 22.

Bean, who made her Broadway debut in the original cast of the Tony Award-winning production of HAIRSPRAY and went on to star in the Broadway sensation WICKED, will take over the role of the mistress of ceremonies, the “Peep Diva.”

When she steps into the role, Bean will perform alongside blonde bombshell Holly Madison, who will play “Bo Peep,” a modern woman who has yet to find her own confidence and sexuality. The cast is completed by a sizzling ensemble of sexy PEEPSHOW GIRLS, showstoppers from film, TV, Broadway and beyond, who were handpicked to perform in this multi-million dollar production which features today’s best-known hits and original songs created especially for PEEPSHOW.

“Shoshana is a brilliant and gifted performer and a perfect fit for PEEPSHOW,” says Co-CEO of BASE Entertainment, Scott Zeiger. “She is a triple threat – she can sing, dance and act and her theatrical experience will bring a whole new element to the stage at Planet Hollywood.”

The highly stylized, never-been-seen before, over-the-top PEEPSHOW combines sexy striptease and celebrity with high-level production values, in a show critics are calling “Spectacular!,” “A frisky, flashy update on that Vegas staple, the topless burlesque show,” and “The sexiest show on the planet!”

Conceived and created by Tony Award-winning director/choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Legally Blonde, Hairspray) and produced by Las Vegas entertainment pacesetter BASE Entertainment (PHANTOM – The Las Vegas Spectacular, JERSEY BOYS, and Wayne Brady: Making it Up!), PEEPSHOW is a perfectly naughty night out for men, women, and couples too.

PEEPSHOW performs 8 shows per week at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at 8 p.m. and Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. with no show on Wednesday. As of June 22, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday performances will begin at 9 p.m. and Friday/Saturday performance times will remain the same. Schedule is subject to change without notice.

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The Spinners will bring their timeless collection of R&B hits to The Club inside the Cannery Casino & Hotel on Saturday, June 27 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $9.95 plus tax and fees, and are on sale now at the Cannery Casino & Hotel’s ticket sales counter located at the front desk. Tickets will also be available for purchase by calling (702) 507-5757 or (866) 999-4899

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Formed in Hawaii and perfected in showrooms throughout Las Vegas and the Islands, Society of Seven brings its lively variety show to the Suncoast Showroom, July 10, 11 and 12. Season three American Idol finalist Jasmine Trias joins Society of Seven as a special guest.

Society of Seven, the famed Hawaiian-bred group, offers an energetic variety show that combines comedy sketches, celebrity impersonations, dance and live music performances, including popular standards, Top 40 and Broadway.

“Suncoast is our favorite place in Las Vegas, and we’ve always wanted to perform in its showroom,” said Tony Ruivivar of Society of Seven. “This engagement gives our local fans, who have supported us through the years, the chance to see us in a familiar and comfortable location close to home.”

In what has been called an entertainment experience that rolls a classic Hollywood movie, Broadway show and Vegas spectacular into one, Society of Seven has been entertaining fans for 40 years. Audiences can expect a memorable evening that combines lights, choreography, action and Hawaiian talent.

Tickets are now available starting from $29.95, plus tax. Showtime is 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Box Office at 702.636.7075 or visiting www.suncoastcasino.com.

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