Judy Thorburn
kreatia@aol.com

Links to my Vegas Happenings column with the top stories mentioned below each link.

May 11, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Wax Likeness of Hollywood Star Cameron Diaz Unveiled at Madame Tussauds Las Vegas
Seven Outstanding Locals Honored at 8th Annual Advocacy Awards Ceremony
Imperial Palace Hosts Festive Hawaiian Luau

May 05, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
“Jersey Boys” Makes Las Vegas Debut at The Palazzo
The Palazzo Hosts Gala Celebration for Jersey Boys’ Las Vegas Premiere
Bellagio Aims to Set World Record for World’s Tallest Chocolate Fountain.
Nevada Residents Receive Awards for Excellent Artwork on Display at Springs Preserve
Celebrities Scoop Ice cream for Charity at Ben & Jerry’s 30th Annual “Free Cone Day”

April 27, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
World Premiere of DEAL held at the Brendan Theatres inside Palms Casino Resort.
The Las Vegas Hilton’s Got Talent With Headliner Terry Fator
Hawaiian Tropic Zone at Miracle Mile Shops Celebrates the Grand Opening of Torrid Nightclub

April 20, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Planet Hollywood Hosts Red Carpet World Premiere of “88 Minutes”
Stomp Out Loud celebrates One year Anniversary at Planet Hollywood
TV Chef Rachael Ray Visits Origin India for Segment of New Show

April 13, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Le Golosita, an Italian Trattoria, Opens in Henderson
Hawaiian Tropic Zone Hosts a Star Studded Evening at Fashion Rocks the Universe!
Miss LAX crowned inside LAX Nightclub at Luxor

April 06, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
“Once Upon A Dream” Sponsors Dinner at Maggiano’s Little Italy for 2008 Miss USA Contestants

March 31, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Danity Kane Celebrate the Release of Their New Album at The Bank Nightclub
British Singing Sensation Joss Stone Presents Case Dedication Inside the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

March 23, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
X Burlesque Celebrates One Year Anniversary at the Flamingo Las Vegas
The Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Garden Debuts New Spring Exhibit

March 16, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
First "Yard House" Eatery In Las Vegas Debuts At Town Square

March 09, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Ago Holds Exclusive Grand Opening Party at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
ASD/AMD Las Vegas Merchandise Variety Trade Show
Tony Pace Previews His Show “Up On The Roof” at the Greek Isle Hotel and Casino
MGM Grand’s Crazy Horse Paris Announces Winners of The First Ever American Auditions
Kim Vo Celebrates Salon Opening at The Mirage

March 02, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
World Shoe Association Convenes in Las Vegas
Oscar Night® Party Held at Planet Hollywood to Benefit the Arthritis Foundation of Southern Nevada
Four specialty conventions held during Las Vegas International Hospitality Week
Aerial Gallery Opens on Las Vegas Boulevard

February 24, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Tony Sacca Honored With Star on Las Vegas Walk of Stars
Red Carpet Treatment for Opening Night of Bette Midler’s Show at Caesars Palace
Odyssey Lifestyle and A.R.T.evolution Introduce Work of Louis Cantillo

February 17, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Fan Yang's Mega Bubbles Debuts at the Steve Wyrick Theatre
Mamma Mia! Celebrates 5th Year Anniversary at Mandala Bay

February 10, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Symbolic Gallery Holds VIP Opening of Rock Photographer Robert M. Knight’s 40 x 40 Exhibit
Lifelike Wax Figure of Jamie Foxx Unveiled at Madame Tussaud’s Las Vegas
Venetian and Palazzo Celebrate Start of Chinese New Year
Gold Diggers Opens at the Gold Nugget
12th Annual Keep Memory Alive Charity Gala at MGM Grand Conference Center

February 03, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
McFadden’s Restaurant and Saloon Opens at The Rio
Latest Trends in Home Furnishings Unveiled at 2008 Winter Las Vegas Market

January 28, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
The Divine Performing Arts' Chinese New Year Spectacular
Madame Tussaud's Las Vegas Unveils Evil Knievel's Wax Likeness
Hats! The Musical Celebrates Women Over 50
Hawaiian Tropic Zone Opens Inside Planet Hollywood

January 21, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
THE LUXURIOUS $1.9 BILLION PALAZZO LAS VEGAS CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING

January 14, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Canon Corporation Holds Star-Studded Reception and Golf Tournament to Benefit The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

January 07, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Jay Z's 40/40 Club Debuts at the Palazzo
New Year's Eve Extravaganza at Emerald Dream Ball
Motorcross Star Robbie Maddison Breaks World Record at the Rio
Backstreet Boys Treat NYE Guests at Body English with Surprise Performance

January 01, 2008 - Vegas Happenings
Lively "Red Hot and Blue" Musical Journey at the Steve Wyrick Theatre
Kelly Clinton Shines at the Suncoast Showroom
Luxor's Sexy "CatHouse" Has Celebrity Filled Grand Opening

December 24, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Las Vegas Mourns Beloved Entertainer "Sweet Louie"
Primarily Prime Rib Opens at South Point Hotel

December 16, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Lance Burton & Friends Entertain at Zelzah Shrine Temple Christmas Party for Kids
Culinary Guru Rachael Ray Comes to Las Vegas to Promote Her Latest Cookbook
Las Vegas Mayor Oscar Goodman and Cast of Bightlights On Ice Celebrate Official Tree Lighting at Freemont Street Experience
Palazzo Resort Announces Participation in Tournament of Roses Parade
Mamma Mia at Mandalay Bay Welcomes 2 Millionth Guest

December 09, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Grand Opening of Company American Bistro
Chef Louis Osteen's Fish Camp Opens at Town Square
Bellagio's Conservatory and Botanical Gardens debuts Dazzling Winter Exhibit
Stars Introduce World Premiere of "Jumper" Movie Trailer at Luxor
Studio 54 Celebrates 10th Anniversary at MGM Grand Las Vegas

December 02, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Performing Dogs Charm Audiences in "Dog Gone Silly"
Celebrity Investors Host Grand Opening Celebration At Company American Bistro
Hollywood Obsessions Premieres Original Artwork By Rock Legend Jimi Hendrix

November 25, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Stars Come Out For Planet Hollywood’s Official Grand Opening Celebration
Ethel M’S Annual Cactus Lighting Celebration

November 18, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Rich Little Returns to the Golden Nugget
Jennie Garth Launches Week Long Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration by Lighting the Eiffel Tower Red
VOX Wine Lounge Opens in Henderson

November 11, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Red Carpet Fundraising Event at The Palms  Benefits Shakira's Charitable Foundation
Argentina's Tango Buenos Aires Performs at UNLV Performing Arts Center
Trader Vic's Las Vegas Grand Opening Event
2007 Ms. Senior America Pageant at The Imperial Palace

November 04, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
The Amazing Johnathan's 3rd Annual Halloween Bash
City of Henderson Unveils The Da Vinci Experience at Grand Opening
NBC’s New TV Reality Show Phenomenon and the Las Vegas Connection

October 28, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Gordie Brown Celebrates 1st Anniversary at the Venetian
Eye Candy Sound Lounge and Bar Opens at Mandalay Bay
First Couple to exchange vows at "In Your Dreams" Wedding Chapel at Madame Tussauds Las Vegas

October 21, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Little Legends at Krave Nightclub
"Secrets of the Grail" revealed at Spamalot Backstage Tour

October 14, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Fright Dome Offers Scarefest at Circus Circus
First Inductees Honored at LV Hilton's Inaugural American TV Game Show Hall of Fame
Diablo's Cantina at The Monte Carlo Throws Celebrity Filled Grand Opening Party

October 07, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
The 2007 ARTV Awards
"Laugh Out Loud with The Scintas" at the LV Hilton
Vinnie Favorito Celebrates Re-signing at O'Shea's with Party and Performance
Men of Chippendales Celebrates 2000th Performance at Rio

September 30, 2007 - Vegas Happenings
Celebrities, Soccer Team Help Commissioner Reid Open MacCarran Marketplace Park
Hogs & Heifers Throws Second Anniversary Bash
Rock Icon Grace Slick Appears at Hollywood Obsessions' Opening of Her Art Exhibit

September 23, 2007
Hollin Models Holds Fashion Show and Talent Search at MGM Grand's Studio 54
Las Chicas Cazadores Appear at Mi Casa Cantina
Planet Hollywood Hosts Red Carpet World Premiere of Resident Evil: Extinction
Bellagio Conservatory Debuts its Fall Exhibit

September 16, 2007
2007 WMAs Host Event Filled, Star Studded Weekend in Las Vegas
"V" The Ultimate Variety Show Celebrates its 5th Anniversary

September 09, 2007
Press Conference Announces Jay-Z's 40/40 Club to Open at the Palazzo Resort
Blush Nightclub Debuts at Wynn
Madame Tussaud's and Rocker Pete Wentz Unveils the 1st Ever Computer Game Character to be Immortalized at the Wax Museum

September 02, 2007
Las Vegas Hosts Fashion Week with MAGIC and Related Trade Shows
Celebrities Showcase Fashion Lines at PURE Nightclub
LA Comedy Club Opens at Palace Station

August 26, 2007
Dragonfly Fashion Show at Studio 54' "Influence"
2008 Fantasy Calendar Release Party at the Luxor
Tony Danza Opens in "The Producers" at Paris Las Vegas
Stoney's Rockin' Country Grand Opening

August 19, 2007
Leonard Nimoy and William Shatner Beam On Stage at 2007 Star Trek Convention in the Las Vegas Hilton
The Osmonds Begin Celebration of Their 50th Anniversary in Entertainment with Open Forum at The Orleans
An Evening With Famed Psychic Sylvia Browne At The Excalibur

August 12, 2007
Chef Josette throws Birthday Bash at Josette's Bistro
Ashley Hartman hosts Custo Barcelona Fashion Show at Studio 54's Influence
Origin India Restaurant Presents Tabla Fridays

August 05, 07
“DIRTY Rock Hard Comedy Hypnosis” at the House of Blues
World Market Center's "2007 Summer Market" Furniture and Home Furnishings Tradeshow
Second Annual Simon Super Chefs Live! cook-off competition in The Forum Shops at Caesars

July 29, 2007
“Modern Masters from the Guggenheim Collection”
“TODAY Throws a "Martha Stewart Wedding" Show at The Venetian"
"Lucky contestants participate in Rodney Carrington "Million Dollar Roll"

July 22, 07
Slash and Robert Knight memorabilia case dedication at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
Las Vegas says goodbye to The New Frontier Hotel and Casino

July 15, 07
KA at the MGM Grand
Couples take "the plunge" on 7/7/7 the "luckiest day ever"!

July 08, 07
The Fest For Beatles Fans 2007 at The Mirage Hotel and Casino...and much more.

July 01, 07
Defending The Caveman at the Golden Nugget - Dick's Last Resort at Excalibur...and much more

June 18, 07
CineVegas Film Festival 2007 coverage...and much more.

June 10, 07
Matsuri, the #1 musical production in Japan that recently opened inside the Sahara Hotel and Casino - A party at the Luxor for illusionist Criss Angel to help him celebrate the premiere episode of the third season of his A&E television show Mindfreak that is shot in and around the resort property...and much more.

June 03, 07
7th Annual Celebrity Impersonator Convention that brings together hundreds of top celebrity impersonators and tribute artists from all over the world - The premiere of Hans Klok’s magic based production called “The Beauty of Magic” featuring actress/sex symbol Pamela Anderson that is being staged inside Planet Hollywood’s Theatre for the Performing Arts...and much more.

May 27, 07
Red Carpet Premiere of "Steel City" at Brenden Theatres in the Palms Resort Casino - Hollywood Obsessions Gallery/Store debuts inside Planet Hollywood...and much more.

May 20, 07
Nathan Burton holds casting call for his "Frozen in Ice" spectacle - Entertainment Consumers Exchange presented "An Evening of Laughter" at Sun City Macdonald Ranch Center in Henderson...and much more.

May 13, 07
ICE: Direct from Russia opens at the Riviera Hotel and Casino - Red Carpet Event and World Premiere of “Pass It On” at the Brendan Theatre inside the Palms Resort and Casino - Paxton Walk groundbreaking...and much more.

May 06, 07
Eastside Cannery Casino and Hotel breaks ground - Bette Midler to headline at Ceasars Palace - UNLV hosts Vallen Dinner of Distinction Awards...and much more.

April 28, 07
Grand Opening of The Pearl Concert Theatre - Third Annual Meatball Awards - Louie Anderson one year anniversary at Excalibur - Marty Allen and Karon Kate at The Gold Coast - Steven Tyler Memorabilia Showcase Unveiling and Junker Designs Fashion Show at the Hard Rock...and much more!

April 22, 07
Planet Hollywood officially opens its door - Dita Von Teese is special guest performer in Crazy Horse Paris at the MGM...and much more.

April 15, 07
UNLVino...3 days of event filled wine tasting - Cosmopolitan Hotel and Casino marks completion of excavation and start of construction with traditional Japanese ceremonies, upcoming events and more.

April 08, 07
Vegas Grand Prix media luncheon - Opening of the Bettie Page Las Vegas boutique at the Aladdin/Planet Hollywood and much more.

April 01, 07
Liza Minelli celebrates her birthday at the Luxor - Spamalot opens at the Wynn...and much more

Mar 25, 07
Luxor announces Criss Angel upcoming spectacular magic show - Grand Opening of Steve Wyrick "Real Magic" Show in Desert Passage at Aladdin/Planet Hollywood Resort - Grand Opening of David Burke Modern American Cuisine at the Venetian...and much more.

Mar 18, 07
Grand Opening of Polly Esther’s Quad Themed Night Club at the Stratosphere Hotel and Casino - Cuba Gooding Jr. presented with Brenden Celebrity Star at "What Love Is" Premiere - Lucky Strike Lanes - ShoWest 2007 motion picture industry convention with special photo gallery...and much more.

Mar 11, 07
Marc Savard of "Mesmerized" at the V Theatre in Desert Passage at the Aladdin/Planet Hollywood - Dale Earnhardt, Jr. and Richard Petty life-sized wax figures unveiling by Madame Tussaud's Las Vegas at the new Neon Garage at Las Vegas Motor Speedway...and much more.

Mar 04, 07
Qvegas magazine party at Krave, Criss Angel acting debut party at the Luxor, International Belly Dancing Convention pre-convention press reception...and much more.

Feb 25, 07
Impressionist/Comedian Stephen Sorrentino announced as new host of Legends in Concert - Hannah's Restaurant in Boca Park holds new years celebration...and much more.

Feb 18, 07
Special charity screening of "Hoosiers" with an after screening talk with Actor Dennis Hopper and Director David Anspaugh

Feb 11, 07
"The Producers" opens at the Paris Hotel and Casino, Groundbreaking of the Luo Ruvo Brain Institute, Lama Tenzin, assistant to the Dalai Lama speaks at UNLV, Ghost Rider attraction at Madame Tussauds...and much more

Feb 04, 07
World Market Center - Mystery wedding at Little Chapel of the Flowers - Grand Opening of Real Estate and Design...and much more

Jan 28, 07
Spamalot Press Conference - The Cupcakery anniversary - "Artist's Eye" competition...and much more

Jan 21, 07
Revolution Lounge - Madame Tussaudes - Bellagio Conservatory Exhibit...and much more

Jan 14, 07
CES Consumers Electronics Show - CineVegas Film Festival "Art House Films"...and much more

Jan 07, 07
CBR benefit auction - Nathan Burton "Magic with the Stars"...and much more

Dec 24, 06
2nd Annual World Salsa Dancing Championship - Vince Neil - Rocky Balboa Red Carpet at the Aladdin (special photo gallery)...and much more

Dec 17, 06
"Hitsville" at the Shimmer Lounge in the Hilton - Dirk Arthur at the Tropicana...and much more

Dec 10, 06
Tony Sacca's "Merry Christmas Las Vegas" benefit - Santa Fe Station expansion - Bellagio Conservatory Winter Exhibit...and much more

Dec 03, 06
Peter Ma at the Forum Shops in Ceasar's - "MindFreak" Criss Angel Official Store opens - Cavalia at the Rio...and much more

Nov 26, 06
The Comedy Festival - True Aveda Salon and Spa opens...and much more

Nov 19, 06
Arty Girl Studio open house - 26th Ms. Senior America Pageant - Golden Nugget renovation unveiling...and much more

Nov 12, 06
Vince Neil Ink opening - Starz "Specail Sauce" in the Empire Ballroom - Entertainment Consumers Exchange Awards Banquet - Prince opens 3121 club at the Rio...and much more

Nov 04, 06
Amazing Jonathan's Halloween Bash - Sam Schmidt honored with "Walk of Stars" award...and much more

Oct 29, 06
Dee Snider's "Van Helsing's Curse" - Robert Maplethorpe exhibit at the Guggenheim Hermitage Museum - Gordy Brown opens at the Venetian - World Jewelry Center announcement...and much more

Oct 22, 06
StripSteak opens at Mandalay Bay - The Age of Chivalry Renaissance Festival - The Smith Center for the Performing Arts announcement...and much more

Oct 15, 06
Nite Tours - FrightDome - Redneck Comedy at the Sahara - Liza Minelli at the Luxor...and much more

Oct 8, 06
Social House opens at TI - Japonais opens at the Mirage - Siegfried & Roy honored with star on the "Las Vegas Walk of Stars"...and much more

Sept 30, 06
"Inhabitants Project" - International Contortionist Convention - Madame Tussaud's Halloween Exhibit - Ethel's Chocolate Lounge opens...and much more

Sept 24, 06
Nevada Ballet Theatre at Lake Las Vegas - Burn The Floor at the Luxor - Dee Snider announces "Van Helsing's Curse" - Maxxam Entertainment announces studio opening - Bosendorfer Pianos opens store in Summerlin...and much more

Sept 17, 06
Cirque Du Soleil's "Delerium" - "Feast" world premiere at the Palms - Vegas Magazine party at the Red Rock Casino...and much more

Sept 10, 06
The Society of Seven at the Flamingo - Ed Hardy Fashion Show at the Hard Rock - Heart performs at the Luxor - John Lennon art exhibit at the Hard Rock...and much more

Sept 2, 06
PT's Pub opens in Henderson - Paradise Cantina burn victims charity event - Junker Designs fashion show at The Rainbow Bar and Grill...and much more

Aug 26, 06
Super Chefs Live - Stuff Magazine weekend at the Hard Rock - Wayne Allen Root honored with "Las Vegas Walk of Stars" - Cris Judd adds to "Fantasy"...and much more

Aug 12, 06
Forever Plaid celebrates 500th show...and much more

Aug 5, 06
Laugh Pack of Comedy at The Beach - Jon Lovitz at the Suncoast - Toni Braxton opens at the Flamingo - Madame Tussaud's unveils Jenna Jameson...and much more

July 29, 06
Blue Man Group introduces new toys at FAO Schwarz...and much more

July 23, 06
Actors Expo at the Marjorie Barrick Museum - "Return to Forbidden Planet" at Spring Mountain Ranch "Super Summer Series" - The Scintas open at the Sahara...and much more

July 16, 06
"Shag with a Twist" opens at Krave...and much more

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