Vegas Happenings | 14th Annual Canon Reception and Benefit for NCMEC | McCall's Heartland Grill at The Stratosphere

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Bellagio Hosts Annual Canon Customer Appreciation Reception and Benefit Fundraiser for the  National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

The Annual Canon Customer Appreciation Reception and Benefit Fundraiser Sponsored by Canon USA, a leader in digital imaging solutions, took place January 9, 2013 at the Bellagio.

Emcee for the evening's gala reception and fundraiser to benefit The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children was Award winning actor John O'Hurley with special guest John Walsh of “America’s Most Wanted”.

Celebrities in attendance to show their support of the good cause included rock legend Alice Cooper; rocker Paul Shortino, actor Richard Burgi; comedian Bill Engvall; actor  Jeffrey Donovan of TV's Burn Notice; That 70's Show actor Danny Masterson,  actor Christopher Rich; Dr. Gadget (aka Dave Dettman); comedy magician Murray SawChuck along with his wife, Fantasy dancer Chloe and sidekick Doug "Lefty" Leferovich;  comedy hypnotist Marc Savard;  singer Pia Zadora; Robert DeNiro impersonator Robert Nash; the hunky men of Chippendales; female impersonator/Divas Las Vegas star Frank Marino, Neil Diamond tribute artist Rob Garrett; singer/magician Ben Stone; former American Idol finalist Jasmine Trias; horror film actor Philip Friedman; The Property Brothers: twins Johnathan and Drew; singer/TV host Tony Sacca; plus numerous other notables.

Red Carpet Gallery
Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

Actor Adrian Zmed

Legendary rocker Alice Cooper

Comedian Bill Engvall

'Rock of Ages' star Carrie St. Louis

Celebrity chef Dominic Tedesco

Chippendales performers

Actor Christopher Rich

 
Actor Danny Latham

Actor Danny Masterson

Detective Joe Schillaci

Doug "Lefty" Leferovich, magician Murray Sawchuck and his wife 'Fantasy' dancer Chloe Louise Crawford

Dr. Gadget

European super model Elina Bertoni

Victor James and Alicia Perrone of 'Fans of Jimmy Century'

'Fantasy' dancers

'Divas' star Frank Marino

Impressionist Gordie Brown

The Ink Spots

'Best Little Whorehouse in Texas' star Jacqueline Holland-Wright

Former American Idol finalist Jasmine Trias and singer/magician Ben Stone

Actor Jeffrey Donovan

Actor Joe Regalbuto

Actor John O'Hurley

'Rock of Ages' star Justin Mortelliti

Violinist Lydia Ansel and singer Chris Phillips (Zowie Bowie)

Motivational speaker Marilyn Sherman

Hypnotist Marc Savard

'Rock of Ages' star Mark Shunock

Actress Minnie Foxx

2012 Miss Nevada's Outstanding Teen Ellie Smith

Actor Norvell Ji'Floyd

Actress Paula Trickey

Actor Paul Logan

Rock singer Paul Shortino

Frank Sinatra tribute artist Peter Pavone

Actor Phillip Friedman

Actress/singer Pia Zadora

 
Recycled Percussion

BMX rider and TV personality Ricardo Laguna

Actor Richard Burgi

Actor Robert Hays

Robert DeNiro impersonator Robert Nash

Neil Diamond tribute artist Rob Garrett

National TV/radio host and correspondent Stacey Gualandi

Actress Stepfanie Kramer

Singer Steve Lippia

The Platters

'The Property Brothers' twins, Johnathan and Drew Scott

'Thunder From Down Under' performers

Actor Todd Davis

Las Vegas Entertainment Ambassador/singer/TV host Tony Sacca and Chef Josette Leblond

Adam and Bri Steck
Photo credit: Dianne R. Davis

The evening's festivities included a buffet style dinner featuring a selection of gourmet entrees and desserts available on food stations lined up on both sides of the ballroom, and musical entertainment provided by Stratosphere headliner, Frankie Moreno.

Frankie Moreno

Guests were also encouraged to participate in a silent and/or live auction where valuable donations such as two Fender guitars signed by Alice Cooper, a one year membership to TCP Las Vegas valued at $5,000, an Italian stye barbeque for 20 people, a package that included four day three nights at the Octavius Tower at Caesars Palace Hotel & Casino, 2 VIP tickets to see Celine Dion in concert, 2 custom spa treatments and $300 food and beverage credit, were among several great offerings up for bid.

 Silent auction photos credit: Judy Thorburn

This year's event helped NCMEC raise over $427,000, making it one of the most successful fundraising efforts throughout Canon’s 16 years of sponsorship.

Since 1997, Canon U.S.A. and NCMEC have collaborated to educate the public about the growing issue of child abduction. The Canon4Kids program, a partnership between Canon U.S.A. and NCMEC, donates product to help law enforcement disseminate photos and information about missing children, produces PSAs with missing children photos, and educates parents about maintaining updated photos of their children. Proving that these efforts have clearly had a positive impact, more than 180,000 children have been rescued over the years.

To learn more about NCMEC, or to report information about a missing child, call its toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) or visit its web site at www.missingkids.com.

McCall's Heartland Grill at The Stratosphere Serves Up An Exceptional Dining Experience

McCall's Heartland Grill is the name of the new restaurant, featuring a unique mix of Midwestern steaks and coastal seafood, to open inside The Stratosphere Hotel & Casino.

I recently had the opportunity to dine there with my husband and a few friends and I can honestly say it was one of the best culinary experiences I have ever had.  From the warm and comfortable atmosphere to the exceptional service and ultimately the food, everything was first rate and couldn't be beat.

We sampled several of the items on the menu which was inspired and crafted by renowned Chef Rick Giffen.  Each dish is made of wholesome and natural ingredients, beautifully presented, and best of all, an absolute delight to your tastebuds.  To begin with, every dining table is presented with an amazing bread basket filled with four different types of fantastic breads: cherry walnut artisan bread, buttermilk biscuits, spicy parmesan lavosh, and parmesan cheese sticks, that could easily fill you up if you don't know when to stop, because they are sooo good and hard to resist.

The menu has a large selection appetizers or “starters”, salads, soups and additions and so we took a gamble to start our meal with spanish artichoke dip served with grilled flat bread ($8),  Applewood bacon jalapeno wrapped prawns with guava barbeque sauce and roasted lemon ($12), and crackling calamari with chili tarter sweet cilantro pesto ($10), that are all winners.

For an entree, three us ordered potato crusted Scottish salmon prepared with citrus chive butter ($23) which was cooked to perfection, tender and delicious, while the fourth in our party decided on petite lobster tails with grilled risotto cake, that she said was succulent.   Priced at $29, it is the most expensive dish “From the Pond” section of the menu. Of course, for those who prefer to eat meat, there is a variety of entree options “From the Pasture” to your liking including steaks and ribs, chicken, pork loins, and the the most expensive dish, pepper crusted fillet of steak priced at $31. No matter what you order, you can't go wrong.

Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

As a side dish, we chose to share a very savory mushroom cassolette with horseradish butter, listed among all the tempting “additions”, which are priced at $5 a plate.

To complete the meal, it is was virtually impossible to pass up the tantalizing desserts prepared fresh in the house. So we took the plunge, digging our forks and/or spoons into not one but four generous mouthwatering offerings that included pineapple macadamia upside down cake with vanilla ice cream,  mango sorbet with berries ($6 each), bananas foster bread pudding, caramel swirl cheese cake ($7 each) that were, simply put, to die for.  

Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

I have only rave things to say about McCall's Heartland Grill.  Praise goes to the excellent staff including the immensely accommodating General Manager Andrea Lucente, Assistant Manager Santino Perrelli, and our wonderful server, Joey, for acing it. When it comes to customer service they rate an A+. From the moment you enter the restaurant to walking out the door, you are treated like royalty, with the attentive, professional staff making sure you have a unique and unforgettable experience.

So, for locals and out of towners looking for an incredibly satisfying, and yes, affordable, place to dine, I highly recommend McCall's Heartland Grill for not only fulfilling, but going beyond, expectations.

McCall's Heartland Grill is open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., with the dinner menu available all day long.  For reservations call 702-380-7790.

Additional recent and upcoming “happenings” in and around Las Vegas include:

Opportunity Village, Las Vegas’ favorite charity, received a donation from WestStar Credit Union on Friday, Jan. 4 at the Magical Forest in Las Vegas. At the presentation ceremony, WestStar’s CEO, Rick Schmidt; Vice President of Business Development, Mona Joseph; and Marketing Manager, Kelly Cook provided a check for $16,000 to Dawn Newburg, Resource Development Director at Opportunity Village for the A MILE OF SMILES CAMPAIGN.
 
In August 2012, WestStar Credit Union set out to collect a mile’s worth of smiles with the intention of donating $1 for every smile collected to Opportunity Village. The Nevada-based credit union launched the A Mile of Smiles campaign to remind Nevadans that a simple smile can make a difference.

Photo courtesy of Opportunity Village

To kick off to National Blood Donor Month, the cast of Evil Dead: The Musical at V Theater inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino hosted A BLOOD DRIVE TO BENEFIT UNITED BLOOD SERVICES.  Over the course of four hours, 53 total units were collected with 41 successful donations, more than doubling the original expectations for the event. All donors received a free pair of tickets to Evil Dead: The Musical and a comic book from MaximuM Comics.

SUNCOAST VARIETY SHOW, produced by Ed Mathews’ Desert Productions has been launched inside the 500-seat Suncoast Showroom at the  Suncoast Hotel & Casino.  The weekly show will feature a constantly changing line-up of musicians, singers, dancers, impressionists, magicians and comedians, all tailoring their acts around each week’s unique show theme.Video clips, also relevant to the theme of the week, will tie the performances together. Upcoming show themes include “Broadway,” “Songs from Disney Films,” “Salute to the Greatest Duets,” “Songs from the Silver Screen” and “Tribute to DickClark.”
 

Doors open at 1 p.m. and showtime is 2 p.m. every Thursday. For admission to the Suncoast Variety Show, B Connected members at the Ruby level need to earn only 25 points between Monday at 3 a.m. through Thursday at 1 p.m. each week, then swipe their B Connected card at a kiosk to receive a ticket. Sapphire and Emerald B Connected members receive a complimentary ticket each week, and need only swipe their card at a kiosk to receive a ticket.

After a successful seven-month run, DA VINCI - THE GENIUS, the unparalleled look into the life and works of Renaissance mastermind Leonardo da Vinci, will leave Imagine Exhibitions Gallery at The Venetian on January 27. As a way to thank the local community for its support of the exhibition, Da Vinci – The Genius will now offer Nevada residents $10 off general admission. The exhibition also welcomes children ages 12 and under free admission when accompanied by a paying adult, and students of all ages with a valid school ID can visit for a discounted ticket price of $17.

Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat at the Mirage is now offering “PAINTING WITH THE DOLPHINS,” a hands-on experience where guests can collaborate with dolphins in producing unique masterpieces of art.Participants of this once-in-a-lifetime experience begin with a brief orientation and overview of the habitat where they observe these beautiful marine mammals up close and personal while learning about dolphin health and behaviors. Following a brief overview of the painting process, guests choose the background colors for their canvas, or have the option of leaving it white for higher contrast. The participant then chooses three paint colors from a vibrant palette of colors

The painting session begins with the trainer dipping a brush into the first color and then allowing the dolphin to begin illustrating. The dolphin-friendly paintbrushes used in the program are placed inside buoys so the dolphins can hold them safely in their mouths. Each dolphin has its own method of painting, so no two canvases will look alike ensuring that each creation is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Once the painting has dried, participants are presented with the finished portrait, certificate of authenticity and a souvenir photo. “Painting with the Dolphins” takes place twice daily at 12 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. and is limited to two people per session. The program is open to participants eight years of age and older. Tickets are $199 per person.

The Dr. Miriam & Sheldon G. Adelson Educational Campus is offering a FREE PARENTING WORKSHOP hosted by world-renowned psychologist specializing in children and families, Michael G. Thompson, Ph.D. On Sunday, Jan. 13 at 2 p.m. 400 parents will have the opportunity to hear from this best selling author and sought after speaker who has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Today Show, CBS 60 Minutes, ABC 20/20, Good Morning America, and The Early Show. Thompson’s workshop is titled Pressured Children, Worried Parents: A Conversation about Parenting in 2013: managing you and your child’s expectations and emotions with regards to adolescence, friendship development, popularity and social cruelty.  Adelson Educational Campus is located at 9700 West Hillpointe Road in Summerlin. For more information call (702) 255-4500.

Comedian BUTCH BRADLEY is the featured headliner at Sin City Comedy from January 14th-20 as part of  the rotating lineup of prominent headliners. Sin City Comedy performs nightly at 9 p.m. at the Sin City Theatre, located on the Mezz at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Tickets are priced at $48.50 and $37.50.

As part of their winter headline tour,  Southern California rockers OF MICE & MEN, hailed by Rock Sound as “The World’s Hottest Band” in a cover story, will make a stop at the Hard Rock Cafe on the Strip on Thursday, Jan. 17, at 5 p.m. (doors). The trek will feature support from Woe Is Me, Texas In July, Volumes and Capture The Crown. Tickets are $17 in advance and $19 day of show, plus any service charges.  This show is all ages. Under 16 must be accompanied by a guardian 18 or older. Valid ID required for entry.

Two comics who gained notoriety for self-inflicted punishment and off-the-wall comedy make their way to the legendary Riviera Casino & Hotel for a series of standup performances beginning Jan. 17. STEVE-O, the star of “Jackass” and former contestant on “Dancing with the Stars,” and former MTV personality, TOM GREEN, bring their personal brands of physical comedy to the Riviera's Starlite Theater Jan. 17 – 20, Feb. 14 – 17 and March 14 – 17. The Icons of Comedy Presents Original Pranksters Comedy Tour is produced by Mike Tricarichi and takes the stage at 10:30 p.m. each night. Both comedians will host a meet and greet following each performance. Ticket prices are $39.99 for General Admission, $54.99 for Preferred and the VIP package is $69.99, plus taxes and fees.

GABRIEL IGLESIAS invites his fans to once again join him at  The Mirage Hotel & Casino by indulging in the “six levels of fatness.” The comedian’s “Fluffy” Burger and specialty menu will be featured at BLT BURGER January 18 – 20. Iglesias, who is performing at The Mirage January 18 – 20 as part of the 2013 “Aces of Comedy” series, hand-picked the ingredients included on his specialty burger. The comedian will be at the restaurant Friday, Jan. 18 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. to meet and greet guests and fans. The first 50 guests in line will receive one (1) complimentary Fluffy’s Cake Shake from Iglesias himself!

Following the one-hour sell out of early bird tickets in November, the remainder of tickets for the highly anticipated 2013 ELECTRIC DAISY CARNIVAL, Las Vegas will go back on sale January 9, 2013, at 12 p.m. Pacific Time. Three-day general admission tickets will initially be priced at $289 with VIP tickets selling at $500 before service fees. A layaway pricing option will be available. Single day tickets will not be available for this three-day experience.

Insomniac returns to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for its 17th annual Electric Daisy Carnival on June 21, 22 and 23, 2013, as part of EDC Week. The Official EDC Week also returns to Las Vegas for an entire week of nightclub, pool parties and dayclub events, a music conference, awards show, and other special surprises spanning the week from June 18 – June 25, 2013. Details regarding the full EDC Week schedule of events, as well as the return of the highly acclaimed EDMbiz Conference, will be announced in the upcoming months.
 
Gilley's Saloon, Dance Hall & Bar-B-Que at Treasure Island is hosting an ALL YOU CAN EAT AND DRINK PARTY FOR THE BIG GAME,  2 p.m on February 3.The party includes bottomless drinks – draft beers and all well/call cocktails – and the Big Game Buffet featuring southern style chicken wings, Gilley’s BBQ Pork Sliders, build-your-own Texas nachos bar, Gilley’s Pork Green Chili, hot dogs and popcorn. The Gilley’s Girls and the ladies of Bud Light, Jagermeister and Jim Beam will be on-hand with various prizes and giveaways.Tickets are $98 plus applicable taxes.

Drawing from his real-life experiences growing up in New Jersey, BILL BELLAMY brings his clever comic routine to the Suncoast Showroom, February 9 and 10. Showtime each evening is 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available from $15.95, plus tax and fees.

Acclaimed UNLV composer-in-residence, Virko Baley, premieres his opera “H0LOHOMO (RED EARTH. HUNGER)” – set during the great famine in Ukraine, initiated by Stalin’s Collectivization in 1932-33 – at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 26 in the Doc Rando Recital Hall of the Beam Music Center as part of the 12th season of the NEXTET Concert Series.


Following four sell-out performances last year, witty impressionist, actor and comedian DANA CARVEY returns to The Orleans Showroom, February 1 and 2. Showtime each evening is 8 p.m. Tickets are available starting from $54.95, plus tax and convenience fees.

The UNLV Performing Arts Center welcomes the STARS OF THE RUSSIAN BALLET – in Las Vegas for one-night only – at 8 p.m. on Saturday, February 2 in Artemus Ham Concert Hall. 

Encompassing the technical virtuosity and influential artistry synonymous with the rich tradition of Russian ballet, the world’s greatest dancers perform excerpts from the historic story ballets, including Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Don Quixote, and Paquita. Tickets to the Stars of the Russian Ballet are $35, $50, and $75 (prices does not incude $1.25 facilities fee) and can be purchased at the Performing Arts Center Box Office at 895-ARTS (2787) or by visiting pac.unlv.edu. Student rush tickets are $13 each and available one hour prior to each event, based on availability and with valid student I.D. UNLV faculty and staff discounts also are available.

Nevada Conservatory Theatre at UNLV Presents Albert Innaurato’s “GEMINI” Feb. 1-10 in the Judy Bayley Theatre as part of 10th Anniversary Season.Show times are at 8 p.m. on Feb. 1, 2, 7, 8 & 9. Matinees are at 2 p.m. on Feb. 3 and 10. Tickets are $20-$30 for adults, and 10 percent off for those under 18. For tickets or additional information, visit pac.unlv.edu or call 895-ARTS (2787).

After a nationwide search, full casting has been announced for the Las Vegas production of the Tony® Award Winning musical, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, which begins performances at Harrah’s Las Vegas on February 4.  The cast will be led by Martin Kaye as Jerry Lee Lewis, Benjamin D. Hale as Johnny Cash, Tyler Hunter as Elvis Presley and Robert Britton Lyons as Carl Perkins. The cast also features Marc Donovan as Sam Phillips, Felice Garicia as Dyanne, and musicians Jim Belk and Mikey Hachey.

Inspired by an electrifying true story, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET begins performances on February 4.  Ticket prices range from $69 to $94 and
Comedian Ron White hosts “RON WHITE'S COMEDY SALUTE FROM VEGAS” Wednesday, Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. at Mirage Hotel & Casino. The one-night show will take place at the Terry Fator Theatre with proceeds benefiting the Armed Forces Foundation.White’s always-hilarious friends including Brian Regan, Josh Blue, Ralphie May and John Caparulo will join him on stage for an evening of laughter, good times and giving back.  The show will be recorded in front of a live audience and will air on Country Music Television (CMT) at a later date.Tickets are priced at $99.99, $89.99 and $79.99, plus service charges.

College students can  indulge in a tasty, home-cooked meal with a 50% student discount at RANCH HOUSE KITCHEN at Town Square Las Vegas. Hungry co-eds with a current UNLV ID will enjoy the discount on all food and drinks at any time, day or night.

Every Thursday, Ranch House Kitchen caters to the college crowd with an open bar for all ladies with student ID from 10 p.m. until midnight. After midnight, Runnin’ Rebel beauties can take advantage of an open bar for the rest of the night for $15. Guys can join in on the fun with a $5 cover and $15 open bar all night long. Guests may not combine 50% UNLV student discount with any other offer.

MGM RESORTS INTERNATIONAL has collaborated with CISCO SYSTEMS  to create a HIGH-DENSITY WI-FI SYSTEM designed to enhance the guest experience. The two companies have developed the highest-performing wireless LAN in the industry, allowing travelers with multiple wireless devices to enjoy quality Wi-Fi.The new high-tech capabilities put MGM Resorts ahead of the curve with the ability to meet guests’ ever-evolving expectations.

Las Vegas based entertainment and nightlife company ANGEL MANAGEMENT GROUP announced that it  will be taking over management of CHATEAU NIGHTCLUB & GARDENS at Paris Las Vegas.

THE PODS by Wolfgang Puck inside Crystals at CityCenter has closed. The space is undergoing renovations and will re-open as Starbucks in spring 2013.

Celebrity Sightings:

December 31...

German-born, U.S. based glamour model Jordan Carver hosted PBR Rock Bar's annual New Years Eve event, "Buck 2012,” held at the PBR Rock Bar located directly at center strip within the Miracle Mile shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Carver quickly kicked off the inaugural event by putting her bull riding skills to the test as she climbed atop the venue's signature mechanical bull for the first of three rather spectacular rides.

Jordan Carver riding the mechanical bull
Photo courtesy of Luck Media

Jordan Carver
Photo courtesy of Luck Media

Monday night, Jan. 7...

Rapper and actor Ice-T was spotted enjoying Vegas’ only striptease spectacular, PEEPSHOW at Planet Hollywood in support of his wife Coco Austin from E!’s “Ice Loves Coco”, who headlines in the show as the sexy “Bo Peep” each and every night.

Ice-T and Coco Austin
Photo credit: Cashman Photo 

Marquee Nightclub celebrated its two year anniversary.  DJ Nicky Romero provided the soundtrack for the night and notables including Dr. Dre, celebrity chef Todd English, model Tyson Beckford and Philadelphia Eagles running back. Dion Lewis were all on hand to help the club usher in its third year.

Jason Strauss
Photo credit: Karl Larson/Powers Imagery

Mr. Q
Photo credit: Karl Larson/Powers Imagery

DJ Nicky Romero
Photo credit: Karl Larson/Powers Imagery

Chef Todd English
Photo credit: Karl Larson/Powers Imagery

2 year Anniversary celebration at Marquee
Photo credit: Karl Larson/Powers Imagery

Tuesday night, Jan. 8, night,  hip-hop artist Wale as he took over the main stage at Skullcandy’s official CES after-party at PURE Nightclub. DJ 59 got the clubgoers ready for an unstoppable performance.

Wale
Photo credit: Al Powers of Powers Imagery LLC

Nick Cannon was spotted dining with a large group at LAVO Italian Restaurant. Nick made sure to say hello to MC Hammer who was dining with friends at a table nearby.

Wednesday afternoon Jan. 9...

Jersey Shores reality star Nicole”Snooki” Polizzi celebrated her new perfume Snooki Couture as well as her Snooki Nails line with a meet and greet at Perfumania in Las Vegas.  The reality star, mom and entrepreneur met and took pictures with fans of all ages, some of whom lined up at 9 am for the 5 pm appearance. 

Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi
Photo credit: Al Powers/Powers Imagery

Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi signs autographs for her fans
Photo credit: Al Powers/Powers Imagery

Celebrity “Top Chef” Carla Pellegrino made a debut at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show with a pop-up Meatball Spot for convention-goers to enjoy.

Chefs Carla Pellegrino and Jesus Cibrian having fun at Meatball Spot’s Pop-up at the Consumer Electronics Show
Photo courtesy of The Meatball Spot

Carla Pellegrino in front of Pop-Up Meatball Spot sign at the Consumer Electronics Show
Photo courtesy of The Meatball Spot

Carla Pellegrino serving convention-goers at the Consumer Electronics Show
Photo courtesy of The Meatball Spot

Consumer Electronics Show guests in Meatball Spot’s Pop-Up line
Photo courtesy of The Meatball Spot

Wednesday night...

Former NFL running back  Marshall Faulk was spotted with friends at LAVO Nightclub, enjoying Rev Run and DJ Ruckus’ performance.
Also seen was actor Omar Epps, who made a quick stop with a small group of friends to LAVO’s Hip Hop Wednesdays.

NFL Hall of Famer Jerry Rice was also spotted at LAVO.

PEEPSHOW star, Coco Austin, attended Rock of Ages at The Venetian. After the performance Austin headed backstage for a photo with the cast.

Coco Austin with the cast of 'Rock of Ages'
Photo Credit: Courtesy of Rock of Ages Las Vegas

Thursday night, Jan. 10...

Tim Tebow was spotted at TAO after unveiling his new line of headphones with SOUL Electronics at CES earlier in the day. The New York Jets quarterback was joined by his brother Robby for dinner at the Asian Bistro with Soul Electronics CEO Lan Kennedy.

They dined next to Ludacris, who was hosting TAO’s Worship Thursday  Ludacris was joined by a large group that included The Cosby Show star Keisha Knight Pulliam.

Seen taking in the show were Dancing with the Stars pros Cheryl Burke and Derek Hough, who were joined by Bachelor host Chris Harrison before heading to Marquee later in the night.

Tim Tiebow
Photo credit: Karl Larson/Powers Imagery

Ludacris
Photo credit: Karl Larson/Powers Imagery

Ludacris performing with SOUL Headphones
Photo credit: Karl Larson/Powers Imagery

Beats by Dr. Dre held their CES after-party at Marquee Nightclub and celebrated their new music service project, Daisy, with new CEO Ian Rogers. The night kicked off with a set by DJ Zedd and a half-hour performance by hip hop artist Rick Ross.

Spotted taking in the scene along with Dre were Jimmy Iovine and deaf DJ Robbie Wilde, who is featured in the HP commercial.

DJs Robbie Wilde and ZEDD
Photo credit: Al Powers/Powers Imagery

Dr. Dre and Rick Ross
Photo credit: Al Powers/Powers Imagery

Jimmy Iovine
Photo credit: Al Powers/Powers Imagery

Rick Ross performing
Photo credit: Al Powers/Powers Imagery

Friday evening, Jan.11, Film and Television star, Richard Burgi, attended Rock of Ages at The Venetian.

Actor Richard Burgi with cast of 'Rock of Ages'
Photo: Courtesy of Rock of Ages Las Vegas

Saturday, Jan. 12...

Miami Dolphin stars Jake Long, Richie Incognito and Will Yeatman as they treated themselves for an early evening feast.at Social House inside Crystals at CityCenter.

EDM band Splitbreed (comprised of brothers and lead vocalists Kalani and Taui Mo’e, DJ Bgenius and solo vocalist Jonate)who are best known for their one-of-a-kind mixtures of hip-hop, dubstep, dance, electronic and R&B, took over the mega-club for a special live performance at LAX Nightclub inside Luxor Hotel and Casino.

After judging the 2013 Miss America pageant, Dancing with the Stars pro Cheryl Burke looked stunning as she partied the night away with her fellow judges, Shark Tank’s Daymond John and couture fashion designer, Bradley Bayou, at XS nightclub.

Cheryl Burke
Photo credit: Danny Mahoney/XS

Beau Mirchoff and Brett Davern, the stars of MTV’s hit show, “Awkward,” spent a guy’s night out in Las Vegas as they attended the seductive revue, FANTASY at Luxor Hotel & Casino. The onscreen duo who play best friends on and off were joined by a very large group of guys for a night out in Sin City.  Looking dapper in suits and ties, Mirchoff and Davern posed for a photo with their favorite FANTASY lady, Delecia, after the show.

 MTV “Awkward” stars Beau Mirchoff and Brett Davern pose with FANTASY lady, Delecia, after the show