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CLARK COUNTY OKs POLICY TO DESIGNATE CULTURAL DISTRICTS
Clark County commissioners on September 17 approved a policy to streamline the process of designating cultural districts within the unincorporated county. The policy will help cultural neighborhoods such as those along Spring Mountain Road popularly known as Chinatown, and a cluster of Ethiopian and Eritrean businesses known as Little Ethiopia achieve official designation. The county doesn’t have any official cultural districts, Clark County spokesman Dan Kulin said. Nevada Assemblyman Alexander Assefa, who was elected last summer and believed to be the first Ethiopian-American elected to public office in the U.S., has been pushing for Little Ethiopia’s official designation since he got elected. In an interview in August, he said that designating cultural districts like Little Ethiopia helps attract more businesses to the area, in addition to recognizing these communities as “part of the fabric of Las Vegas.” Commissioners must determine if there is a high concentration of cultural activities and businesses in a certain area to deem it worthy as a cultural district. Cultural districts also cannot overlap or be located in the Strip corridor under these new guidelines. The county is required to notify business owners and residents in areas under consideration for cultural designation. —Kelcie Grega
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Las Vegas Aces forward Dearica Hamby (5), center, celebrates with teammates after defeating the Chicago Sky during a WNBA playoff game at the Thomas & Mack Center on September 15. Hamby saved the season in the final seconds of the single-elimination, second-round game when she stole a pass near midcourt and heaved the ball toward the basket. The 3-pointer, from about 35 feet away, swished through with five seconds remaining for a 93-92 victory. (Richard Brian/Special to Weekly)
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PRICE FOR RAIDERS STADIUM CLIMBS BY $90 MILLION
The price tag for Allegiant Stadium is set to jump by $90 million. The Las Vegas Stadium Authority voted during its meeting on September 16 to approve a revised budget for the project, bringing its total cost to $1.97 billion. The move was made, according to Las Vegas Stadium Co. COO Don Webb, largely because of robust personal seat license sales and sponsorship agreements for the NFL Raiders, who are relocating here in 2020 to play at Allegiant. “These upgrades are being funded solely by the Raiders and [Stadium Co.] with not a dime coming from the public,” Webb said. “This budget revision will actually reduce the size of the public funding contribution as a percentage of the total project cost.” The stadium is partially funded by Nevada, which contributed $750 million to the project through a small hotel-room tax increase. UNLV will share the facility, located near the Strip off Interstate 15 and Russell Road. Most of the $90 million bump is expected to be used for various stadium “enhancements,” including additional furniture and fixtures, technology and food service upgrades, build-out of certain unassigned spaces, and the addition of sponsor signage and other fixtures. “This is the sort of cost overrun that every business should envy,” Webb said. “This is caused by better-than-expected sales results. It would be analogous to an automobile manufacturer exceeding the budgeted amount for steel purchases within a year because they sold more automobiles than expected.” Webb said personal seat license— fans can’t buy season tickets without purchasing a PSL—revenue is more than $352 million. He said that more than a dozen stadium sponsorship deals have been agreed to, including the facility’s most visible sponsor, Allegiant Air, which has secured naming rights. Jeremy Aguero, principal analyst at Applied Analytics, which was contracted by the stadium authority, reported that the project was about 57% complete as of the end of August. More than $393 million in public funding, Aguero said, has been spent so far on the stadium project. Close to $1.1 billion has been spent on the project to date. “The project remains on schedule,” Aguero said. “Substantial completion is still expected on July 31 with all major dates remaining intact.” —Bryan Horwath
Martin Truex Jr. (19) performs a burnout after winning the South Point 400 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway on September 15. (Steve Marcus/Staff)
WYNN, ENCORE TO OFFER FREE VALET PARKING FOR EVERYONE Wynn Las Vegas and Encore will start offering free valet parking for everyone later this month. The new policy will take effect September 30. “Free valet parking is an amenity that is highly appreciated by our guests, and we are pleased to offer it to all of our visitors,” Marilyn Spiegel, president of Wynn Las Vegas, said in a statement. “We take pride in providing guests with five-star service, and that begins upon arrival at the resort.” The properties do not charge hotel guests for valet service. But other guests now pay $21 to park for up to two hours, $24 for two to four hours and $30 for up to 24 hours. —Bryan Horwath
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LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL COMBINES MUSIC, FOOD, ART AND COMEDY WITH ITS BIGGEST STAR: DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS ITSELF ven now, in its seventh year, there’s no other U.S. music and arts festival quite like Life Is Beautiful. It’s not just the music lineup—which this year includes Post Malone, Chance the Rapper, The Black Keys, Billie Eilish, Vampire Weekend and Janelle Monáe—that makes its unique. Or its art program, which combines site installations, like the Sierra Club’s immersive Forest Bath, with an outdoor gallery of world-class street art, curated by the JustKids collective. Or its culinary offerings, which will include a cocktail school run by Starboard Tack/ Hardway 8 masterminds Bryant Jane and Lyle Cervenka; a giant “campfire feast,” cooked up by Chef Justin Kingsley Hall; and even an “Omakase Cantina,” curated by Secret Burger’s Jolene Mannina. Or the comedy lineup (Fred Armisen! Nikki Glaser!), or one-off experiences like the live recording of Pod Save America. It’s all of that—plus a city. No other festival can claim to offer up its entire Downtown core as its festival grounds. And the energy Downtown Las Vegas lends Life Is Beautiful—the way every building, every alleyway, every parking lot is put to vital and unexpected use—cannot be duplicated. This is city as playground. And it’s waiting for you.
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CHANCE THE RAPPER, THE BLACK KEYS AND POST MALONE LIGHT UP THE DOWNTOWN STAGE Chance the Rapper has starred at Life Is Beautiful before, in 2017 and 2015, but this weekend’s festival set will hold special significance. Just last week, the Chicago hip-hop phenom announced he’s postponing the tour supporting the summer release of his debut studio album, The Big Day, until 2020 in order to spend crucial time with his young family, which just expanded with the birth of his second daughter. But Vegas gets to keep Chance’s Friday LIB set (11:25 p.m., Downtown Stage), plus Saturday’s performance at the iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena (see Culture Weekly Page 18). He shares the top of the bill this year with another unlikely hip-hop star with a scorching summer album, Post Malone (Sunday, 11:30 p.m., Downtown Stage). Posty had a No. 1 single in 2019 with “Sunflower” and has several more smashes loaded up on Hollywood’s Bleeding, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 last week. And The Black Keys (Saturday, 11:10 p.m., Downtown Stage) will give the fest its headlining rock edge, with extra energy expected given that Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney have been on hiatus since 2015. They’re back with new record Let’s Rock and a new tour that kicks off in LA before the Keys play their first fest since Outside Lands four years ago. Their Saturday set at the Downtown Stage should be on everyone’s list. –Brock Radke
LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL September 20-22, 2 p.m.-1 a.m., $315-$665/fest, $145-$315/day. Downtown Las Vegas, lifeisbeautiful.com.
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Durand Jones & The Indications (Sunday, 5:30 p.m., Huntridge Stage) The Indiana quintet’s music is a love letter to the past: pure ’60s and ’70s soul, full of sweet harmonies and beautiful melodies that would make late retro revivalists Charles Bradley and Sharon Jones proud. While the sound is timeless, the message is current. “Congressmen in Washington receive their brief and brew/While lead, it fills the pipelines in a Detroit county school,” frontman Jones sings on “Morning in America” off this year’s American Love Call. –ZM
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Billie Eilish (Friday, 9:20 p.m., Downtown Stage) The 17-year-old “Bad Guy” singer and songwriter released her shadowy electro-pop debut album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, to critical acclaim in March, two years after she made waves with breakout single “Bellyache.” Since then, she has made headlines with her seemingly effortless vocals—and for calling out male chauvinists and internet creeps. Her LIB performance should be the moody dance party we’ve needed all year long. –LV
Gallant (Sunday, 8:40 p.m., Huntridge Stage) Known for his powerful falsetto, the Maryland crooner is wildly versatile. He can rouse you with his stirring vocals (“Weight in Gold”), serenade you with a sweet slow jam (“Sleep on It”) or make you bounce (“Sharpest Edges”). While we’re still waiting for a follow-up to 2016’s Grammy-nominated Ology, he has gifted us a string of singles, including collaborations with indie-rock icon Sufjan Stevens and trap lord A$AP Ferg. Maybe he’ll bring some friends along. –Zoneil Maharaj
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Maggie Rogers (Saturday, 6 p.m., Downtown Stage) Rogers left Pharrell Williams speechless when he heard “Alaska” for the first time during a master class at NYU’s Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, where she was a student. The clip went viral, and an EP, Now That the Light Is Fading, soon followed. A debut album, Heard It In a Past Life, was released earlier this year. Rogers’ folkpop-dance sound is so damn catchy, it’s hard to think of a more quintessential soundtrack to the music-festival experience. –Genevie Durano
Of Monsters and Men (Saturday, 7:35 p.m., Downtown Stage) The Icelandic indie-pop act is touring the U.S. in support of new album Fever Dream, which, according to a review on PopMatters.com, has a “startling emphasis on synth-pop immediacy and glamour.” If a recent concert setlist is any indication, expect a mix of songs from Fever Dream (“Alligator” and “Wild Roses”) along with beloved favorites (“Little Talks” and “Mountain Sound”). Use this chill folk act to clear your mind before Lil Wayne and The Black Keys storm in to finish the night. –CMR
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Tash Sultana (Friday, 8:15 p.m., Bacardi Stage) The Australian singer-songwriter popped onto the scene seemingly overnight as a global YouTube sensation, going from bedroom project to festival-topping act. She has taken us on a musical journey as well, live-looping cascading, rhythmic landscapes that she builds by layering pedal effects, intoxicating vocals and guitar. If you haven’t seen one of her viral videos, head to YouTube to witness it for yourself—or better yet, catch her live at Life Is Beautiful. –Leslie Ventura
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Space Jesus (Saturday, 7:10 p.m., Fremont Stage) Bummed you’re going to miss the Alien Stock/Storm Area 51 event because it’s happening the same weekend as LIB? Get your otherworldly vibes during this set by DJ/producer Space Jesus. “It’s hard to pinpoint me,” Space Jesus said at Shambhala Festival in 2016. Indeed. Born Jasha Tull in New Jersey, this cosmic explorer offers a trippy and whimsical mix of bass, psychedelia and hip-hop, with shout-outs to Disney musicals and Dr. Seuss. –C. Moon Reed
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Carly Rae Jepsen (Sunday, 9:10 p.m., Bacardi Stage) Don’t call her the “Call Me Maybe” girl—she hasn’t been that in a long time. Jepsen has shown that she can deliver serious chart-topping hits beyond the realm of bubblegum pop. Her May LP, Dedicated, picks up where 2015’s Emotion left off, providing a delicate balance between heartfelt electro, delicate ballads and candycoated bops. If that doesn’t convince you, she once filmed a music video with the celebrity dad of everyone’s dreams—Tom Hanks. –LV
Janelle Monáe (Saturday, 10:15 p.m., Bacardi Stage) The Electric Lady, the ArchAndroid—whatever you call her, she has proven herself to be one of her generation’s most creative and introspective talents, with last year’s Dirty Computer showcasing her funky, Prince-influenced side better than ever before. If you missed her 2018 show at the Palms, now’s the time to witness the Kansas City-born star in the flesh. Expect a show that celebrates individuality, queerness and people of color, with seamless costume changes and stunning choreography. –LV
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Vampire Weekend (Sunday, 9:25 p.m., Downtown Stage) Talk about “absence makes the heart grow fonder.” Earlier this year, Vampire Weekend released Father of the Bride, its first album in six years and first full-length without producer/multi-instrumentalist Rostam Batmanglij as a full-fledged member. The effort was a resounding success, debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and establishing VW as the heir apparent to both jam-flavored indie-popsters and easygoing artists who can’t get enough of their parents’ classic rock LP collection. –Annie Zaleski
FOUR NEXT-LE VE L R AP ACT S AT T HI S Y E AR’S FE S T Maxo Kream (Friday, 3:05 p.m., Downtown Stage) If you need a reason to arrive early, Maxo Kream is it. His street rap masterpiece, July’s Brandon Banks, is praised for its unflinching detail, much—or all—of which stems from his personal life. In 2016, he was arrested on suspicion of organized crime and money laundering, among other charges. According to his song “Still,” the case isn’t closed. Catch him at the festival, just in case. 070 Shake (Friday, 6:50 p.m., Huntridge Stage) The star of Kanye West’s 2018 album Ye wasn’t the MAGA hat-wearing egomaniac, but New Jersey singer/ rapper 070 Shake—and her Herculean cry, “I feel kinda free!” on “Ghost Town.” With Shake’s highly anticipated G.O.O.D. Music LP slated to drop any day, this is your chance to see her before the inevitable explosion. Taylor Bennett (Saturday, 6:50 pm., Huntridge Stage) Though he looks a lot like his older brother Chancelor, aka Chance the Rapper, this 23-year-old is carving his own lane. His latest LP, The American Reject, is a sonic embrace of society’s outcasts, featuring introspective bars about his experience as an openly bisexual black man in America. Chance had his. Now it’s time for Taylor’s big day.
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SAINt JHN (Saturday, 8:35 p.m., Huntridge Stage) It takes a special talent to get tapped by Beyoncé (“Brown Skin Girl,” off The Lion King soundtrack) and snag a Lenny Kravitz feature (“Borders”). The latter is fitting, since SAINt JHN’s sophomore LP is titled Ghetto Lenny’s Love Songs. It showcases the best of the melodic trap star: a shape-shifting delivery, pensive ruminations on love and lust and an ear for hazy bangers. Show up and turn up. –Zoneil Maharaj
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Hot Chip’s Joe Goddard talks new album, outside producers and Katy Perry By Annie Zaleski Hot Chip’s June album A Bath Full of Ecstasy features the English’s group’s usual blend of throwback electro-pop sounds and warm vocals filtered through the lens of more modern production and a sparkling mix. Founding member Joe Goddard checked in with the Weekly before a recent show in Chicago. Hot Chip worked with outside producers for the first time on its latest album. Why? After making six records entirely on our own, we wanted to be pushed further out of our comfort zone and get inspired by the two people that we worked with. It’s quite useful to have someone outside the group being able to objectively make comments about the songs. It’s easier for that person to be critical, rather than someone within the group, because that feels like a betrayal of the group in some way. What was the most interesting thing they brought to the process? First we worked with Rodaidh McDonald, who previously [worked] on The xx’s records and a record by David Byrne from Talking Heads. He’s into using very modern musical processes—software synthesizers and plug-ins and effects—to create very modern-sounding sonic things. He’s very concerned with trying to keep the music fresh and removed from the musical clichés that you can fall into if you’re using musical gear from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.
Goddard, second from left, and Hot Chip (Ronald Dick/Courtesy)
And then Philippe Zdar was almost the opposite of that. He had a studio of incredible gear from the last 30, 40 years of music history, amazing synthesizers from the early ’80s, and some from the late ’80s and ’90s—all incredible-sounding stuff. He really focused on trying to get everyone in the group into a very comfortable state of mind, where we would all feel free to jam together on the songs he produced with us. [Note: Zdar died in June.]
R ec ommendati ons to r ound out y our mus ica l a dv entur e If you like Billie Eilish
If you like Carly Rae Jepsen
Check out Bea Miller ■ Like Eilish, New Jersey native (and X Factor alum) Miller favors lower-case letters and music that crosses genres with impunity—such as the hip-hop-tinted 6LACK collaboration “it’s not u it’s me” and the aspirational pop gem “Young Blood.” (Miller: Friday, 4:25 p.m., Downtown Stage)
I feel happy with the result, like the album has a coherence and a consistency across it, even though the two producers worked in quite different ways. How did you and bandmate Alexis [Taylor] end up collaborating with Katy Perry on “Into Me You See” from her latest album, Witness? We just got an email one day saying she wanted to try writing with us. It was a very enjoyable process [and] really
By Annie Zaleski
If you like Chance the Rapper
Check out MUNA ■ Carly Rae Jepsen is the undisputed electro-pop queen—but coming up rather close behind her these days is MUNA, an LA synth-rock trio that conjures late-’80s bubblegum pop and frothy New Wave balladry on its latest album, Saves the World. (MUNA: Saturday, 5:05 p.m., Bacardi Stage)
If you like Dashboard Confessional
Check out Cautious Clay ■ Cautious Clay recently notched a cowriting credit on Taylor Swift’s “London Boy,” a big boost to his burgeoning solo career, which hews toward electro-R&B imbued with soulful vocals and jazzy accents. (Clay: Saturday, 6:20 p.m., Bacardi Stage)
Check out Lewis Capaldi ■ Capaldi, a Scottish pop star, favors earnest, singer-songwriter fare with a tender heart, even though he also has a wicked sense of humor—for example, he started his Glastonbury set with a sly, savage nod to a spat with Noel Gallagher. (Capaldi: Sunday, 4:45 p.m., Downtown Stage)
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L I B ’ S C U LI N A RY P R O G R A M C O N T I N U E S T O P U S H F E S T I VA L BOU N DA RIES The culinary program at Life Is Beautiful has always been one of the festival’s tent poles, and its seventh year should be no exception. The focus this year is on local talent, with the city’s best chefs creating gastronomic experiences that are unique to the event, says Lee Flint, LIB’s director of food and beverage. New this year is the Omakase Cantina, curated by Secret Burger, which pairs two chefs for exclusive dinners each night. Seatings are limited to 12 guests, giving them a more intimate feel. (Tickets have to be purchased in advance at secretburger.com.) Also new is the Farm Stand, a vegan experience curated by Diana Edelman of Vegans, Baby, in which chefs collaborate with local farms to create plant-based offerings. Two popular experiences from last year are coming back: the Cookout, an open-fire concept led by chef Justin Kingsley Hall, and Cocktail School, spearheaded by Starboard Tack’s Bryant Jane and Lyle Cervenka. Festivalgoers also won’t be lacking for sustenance as they catch their favorite bands. A culinary village is attached to each of the three main stages, according to Flint. “There are bars, restaurants and food trucks in those areas. It’s not necessarily concession-oriented vendors as much as restaurants from in and around Las Vegas that are being represented,” he says. And for those who don’t want to miss anything on the stages, LIB has partnered with Postmates this year for a unique delivery program. You can order your food on the app from participating vendors, and when it’s ready, you just pick it up at a designated area. With more than 50 vendors in the lineup, LIB’s culinary program should offer something for everyone. “There’s a lot of opportunity to have a great experience,” Flint says. “You’ll see restaurants you know and love, and then maybe discover some new ones.” –Genevie Durano
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exciting for us. She was really involved in the process, really collaborative and hard-working. Did those sessions end up changing your perspective toward your own musical process in any way? Maybe the session with Katy made us want to strive to improve our writing, because she’s quite meticulous. She’s hard-working about the actual structure and composition of a song. For more of this interview, visit lasvegasweekly.com.
If you like Rüfüs Du Sol
If you like Rae Sremmurd
Check out aRod ■ Judging by his taste—his official Life Is Beautiful bio notes the Santa Barbarabased DJ is “heavily influenced by the French house, dance punk and electroclash sounds of the early 2000s”— expect a high-energy, retro-kissed set. (aRod: Friday, 6 p.m., Fergusons Downtown)
If you like Maggie Rogers
Check out Tyla Yaweh ■ This Floriad native, who’s signed to Post Malone and Dre London’s label (London Cowboys), has had his vocal tone compared to Swae Lee—although Tyla Yaweh’s chameleonic, genre-jumbled approach to hip-hop channels everyone from Drake to Ty Dolla $ign. (Yaweh: Sunday, 4:10 p.m., Huntridge Stage)
If you like Lil Wayne
Check out bülow ■ Over the course of three EPs—including this year’s moody Crystalline— bülow (born Megan Bülow) has crafted a kaleidoscopic pop sound driven by sinewy beats, unsettling production and piercing lyrics. (bülow: Sunday, 4:05 p.m., Bacardi Stage)
Check out Shoreline Mafia ■ Lil Wayne’s style is admittedly inimitable, although LA hip-hop troupe Shoreline Mafia’s trap-heavy beats, laid-back vocals, and gritty imagery are spiritual descendants of the Cash Money icon. (Shoreline Mafia: Sunday, 6:35 p.m., Bacardi Stage) (Photos AP and Courtesy)
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Jonathan Van Ness (Friday, 2:55 p.m., Fremont Stage) He’s the grooming expert on Queer Eye and likely your favorite of the Fab 5—the one that fills your television screen with love, support and cheer and an occasional “Yass honey.” Jonathan Van Ness pairs heels and tunics effortlessly, can go on and on about beard oil, never stops stressing the importance of sunscreen and knows exactly when and where to give things a lil’ zhuzh. He’s is the spirit guide we all need, and if you follow his Twitter, you know he’s also tuned into current events and politics. Don’t miss the television personality, podcaster and comedian when he touches down in Vegas—and imparts some wisdom on how to make life more beautiful. –Leslie Ventura Pod Save America (Sunday, 3:05 p.m., Fremont Stage) The state of the union is in rapid flux these days. Where would we be if not for the commentary of some of the sharpest minds around, who can take a deep dive into the political waters where mainstream media only care to tread? Pod Save America, a twice-weekly podcast hosted by former Barack Obama staffers Jon Favreau, Tommy Vietor, Jon Lovett and Dan Pfeiffer, breaks down the headlines and gives listeners an unvarnished look into the innards of Washington, but in a totally accessible, sometimes funny, only semiwonky way. They might not save America, but these fellas at least get the conversation going. –Genevie Durano Nikki Glaser (Sunday, 3:20 & 8:35 p.m., Kicker Comedy) She’s a leggy blonde with a dirty mouth and a self-deprecating sense of humor: “The other day I got jealous of a dog’s thigh gap. … How does she do it? I have to switch to kibble,” comic Nikki Glaser jokes. Her topics include sex (“I’m like obsessed with talking about sex”), birth control (“I take the pill when I remember”) and being the first contestant eliminated from Dancing With the Stars (“I can’t believe I’m going to have something in common with Sean Spicer”). Her credits include radio (You Up? With Nikki Glaser on Sirius XM), television and more. –C. Moon Reed
LIB’S 2019 ART PROGRAM BRINGS MURALS, INTERACTIVE INSTALLATIONS AND A “FOREST BATH” BY GEOFF CARTER
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Ernest Zacharevic and Zosen), and Downtown only has so much paintready real estate. “I wish we had more walls,” says LIB’s festival operations manager Samantha Rayburn. (Meaning: If you were attached to D*Face’s “Live Forever” mural on 7th Street, prepare for an ironic surprise.) But the festival’s arty offerings go far beyond painted walls. This year, attendees will encounter interactive art installations by Danny Cole and HOTTEA (“I’m really excited about the HOTTEA installation; it’s super fun,” Rayburn says); the “Monumental Mammoth” that locals Tahoe Mack, Luis Varelo-Rico and Dana Albany created for Burning Man; and “Helianthus Enorme,” a giant glowing flower created by Chad ‘Fez’ Gaetz of the Alchemy Arts Collective. Speaking of flora and fauna: The Western Hotel space is being transformed into an indoor woodland
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by the Sierra Club, working with curator Albie Alexander and artist Sam Cannon. “Forest Bath” promises a urban respite in the form of “relaxing surface projections, calming FX lighting and gorgeous sculpture” evocative of wild nature. Across the footprint, Bacardi is remaking the Art Motel into several themed spaces, among them a “Disco Room;” a Caribbean room “powered by the beat of steel drums;” a room where you’ll be strongly encouraged to switch to paper straws; and naturally, a “Rum Room” speakeasy. And if you liked last years’ thrumming sound and light show happening in the alley behind 7th Street, you’ll be happy to know that Select CBD’s Select Better Walkway is back this year, ready to help to trip the light fantastic one more time.
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Motley Brews brings the Great Vegas Festival of Beer to the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center each spring and the Downtown Brew Festival to the Clark County Amphitheater in the fall. Both events include hundreds of craft beers, live music, food and VIP experiences. This year, the Downtown Brew Festival is October 19.
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Downtown has become the epicenter of local events in Las Vegas — from huge annual festivals such as Life is Beautiful to monthly street fairs, including First Friday. Individuals from across the Valley and around the country stream in to attend these celebrations, but for DTLV residents, it’s all at their doorstep. “When you live Downtown, you always have the option to attend a festival, parade or other community event. People gravitate Downtown because it’s authentic,” said Uri Vaknin, partner at KRE Capital, which owns the DK Las Vegas portfolio of condos. In addition to those mentioned above, here are a few other homegrown events you shouldn’t miss.
HELLDORADO PARADE
The Helldorado Parade, part of annual wild west festival Las Vegas Days, takes place every spring along Fourth Street, from Gass Avenue to Ogden Avenue. “Helldorado Days (now called Las Vegas Days) goes back to the founding of Las Vegas, and it’s one of those unique events that makes living Downtown so special,” Vaknin said. The parade itself includes cowboys and cowgirls, marching bands, floats and more and accompanies the Las Vegas Days Rodeo, which takes place at Core Arena next to the Plaza Hotel and Casino.
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FIRST FRIDAY
First Friday is a monthly community festival in the Arts District that is organized by the First Friday Foundation, a local nonprofit that supports arts and culture in the Valley. “First Friday is a great example of how festivals and community events can change an area. It’s an opportunity for the community to come together on a monthly basis,” Vaknin said. First Friday features local artists, live music, food and drink trucks, and more.
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t’s been a rough couple of years for UNLV’s football and men’s basketball teams, but some of the Rebels’ other programs have fielded highly competitive squads. UNLV is typically strong in the Olympic sports, and with fall seasons now in full swing, this year is no exception. Here are four standout Rebel athletes to watch this year.
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Clayton Alenik MEN’S TENNIS
The UNLV junior tennis player enjoyed his best season in 2019, going 15-1 in singles competition, and he credits several reasons for his sophomore success. He fine-tuned his one-handed backhand, for starters. That allowed him to play a more aggressive brand of tennis and control matches. But the more important development might have been mental. Alenik cites a daily yoga routine for helping him take his game to a new level. “I got a lot of confidence under me,” he says. “A lot of it was just buckling down. I was mentally stronger this season than I ever have been. A lot of it was all about routine, too. I was doing yoga and meditation every day, and that helped in getting my game more consistent.” After leading the Rebels to the quarterfinals of the Mountain West tournament, Alenik was named to the academic all-conference team and spent his summer interning for the Las Vegas Rollers, an expansion franchise in the World Team Tennis league. The Rollers played their home matches at Orleans Arena, and Alenik did a little bit of everything, from office work to donning the mascot costume. Although the Rebels’ team season doesn’t start until early 2020, top players such as Alenik spend this time of year representing the university in individual tournaments. Alenik is unsure about his tennis future beyond his remaining two seasons at UNLV, but he’s sure he’ll stick with the game in some capacity. “I might want to turn pro, but it’s a big, bad world out there,” Alenik says. “Tennis has given me endless opportunities to travel around the country, to get into college on scholarship, and it’s allowed me to make so many connections as well. It’s a lifetime sport, so I could jump on a court with a CEO and talk over a game. I’m definitely going to leverage it for the opportunity it’s given me.” 2020 spring schedule to be determined.
“I got a lot of confidence under me.” –Clayton Alenik
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Mariena Hayden WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL
Hayden’s season has started slow because of injury, but once she’s back on the court and up to speed, she’ll give the Rebels a serious edge around the net. The 6 6-foot outside hitter was one of the country’s top offensive players last year as a sophomore, leading the NCAA in aces while setting a school record for kills. Hayden, a Minnesota native, should be ready in time for conference play, and that’s when the Rebels will really need her. She was named All-Mountain West first team last year and should have UNLV primed to contend for a league title this fall. Next home games: September 19, vs. Arizona State; September 21 vs. Kansas. Tickets: $5, unlvtickets.com
Avi’Tal Wilson-Perteete WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY
Perteete is better known for her exploits in track and field, where she set the UNLV record book ablaze during the 2018 season with a school-best time of 2:04.71 for the indoor 800 meters. Then, at the Junior Outdoor Championships, she finished third in the 800—a race she has already won three ( times at the Mountain West Championships (2018 and 2019 outdoor, 2019 indoor). Now the Weekly Best of Vegas winner will turn her attention to cross country; Wilson-Perteete competed in three XC events in 2018 and finished 76th at the Mountain West Conference Championships. Next meet: Capital Cross Challenge (6K), September 28 in Sacramento, California.
Paige Almendariz WOMEN’S SOCCER
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Few Rebels in any sport are as dependable as Almendariz, who is now in her third season as a starter on the backline for the women’s soccer team. She has racked up seven assists during her career, and last season she scored the winning goal in UNLV’s 2-1 victory over Fresno State. Almendariz is also a rising star off the field—an influencer with more than 70,000 Instagram followers. Next home games: September 20 vs. Northern Arizona; September 22 vs. Utah Valley. Tickets: $5, unlvtickets.com
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VINYL DEVOTCHKA & THE JOY FORMIDABLE Alternative worlds collide when Denver circus-rock veterans DeVotchKa share a bill with Wales dream-rock outfit The Joy Formidable. The latter is going acoustic for this tour, while the former will stay plugged in … but if you’re curious what DeVotchKa might sound like stripped down, head to Zia Record Exchange on Rainbow for a free 5:30 p.m. acoustic set before you hit the Hard Rock. 8 p.m., $20. –Spencer Patterson
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Ben Vereen is a true Las Vegas veteran. “I came to Vegas when the covered wagons were coming to Vegas,” he laughs. “I first came out to open a coffee shop that we called Caesars Palace.” Jokes aside, his first local gig was a version of the Bob Fosse stage musical Sweet Charity with fellow dance sensation Juliet Prowse. Vereen can easily reminisce on those days, hanging with the Rat Pack and Paul Anka and Danny Thomas, but he says most people don’t realize that old-school Vegas carousing was a 24-hour job. “Someone was always doing a show somewhere, so you’d do yours, go see someone else and then all of a sudden, it’s 4 or 5 in the morning at the Riviera coffee shop, and Shecky Greene and Don Rickles are in there trying to outdo each other. … We’d laugh so hard. Then you get a couple hours of sleep and come back and do it all again the next day.” Catch more cool stories from the entertainment legend when he returns to the Smith Center for a triple shot of his Steppin’ Out show. Friday-Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 3 p.m.; $49-$75. –Brock Radke
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The German musician and deep house DJ just dropped the lyric video for his latest single, “Rather Be Alone,” a collaboration with singers Nick Martin and Sam Martin. And judging from that teaser, it looks like Schulz got made into a sci-fi video game character. What visuals might he bring to the Cosmo? Only one way to find out. 11 a.m., $20-$30. –Leslie Ventura
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Eric Angell, Neil Corso, Kim Scott Faubel, Phillip Kotler and Tommy Todd are Bleach, a razorsharp sketch comedy troupe that dresses in white shirts, like professionals, and flat-out slays audiences. $12-$15, 10 p.m. –Geoff Carter
The makers of the Believer Festival present a series pairing great writers and readers. This time, The Yellow House author talks to Claytee White, director of the Oral History Research Center for UNLV Libraries. 7 p.m., free. –Geoff Carter
WED, SEP 25 BUNKHOUSE SALOON MOONCHILD This melodic and jazzy LA R&B trio—Amber Navran, Max Bryk and Andris Mattson— just released a new LP, Little Ghost, and the group’s soulful tranquility should sound even richer performed live. 9 p.m., $22-$25. –Leslie Ventura
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Sander van Dijck—aka San Holo—grew up playing guitar in bands in the Netherlands, but now the Dutch instrumentalist-turned-DJ is focused on making ethereal electronic music (check out recent “Lost Lately”) that should resonate with indie heads, poolside revelers and everyone in between. 11 a.m., $20-$30, Cosmopolitan, 702-333-9000.
MIGOS SAT 21 | DRAI’S The Georgia mumble-rap trifecta just teamed with Snoop Dogg, Karol G and producer Rock Mafia for “My Family,” a track for the upcoming Addams Family animated film. Plus, Migos’ Quavo just unveiled his emerald-cut grill—believed to be the first of its kind. Catch all the flashy realness at Drai’s on Saturday. 10:30 p.m., $40-$60, Cromwell, 702-777-3800.
Rüfüs Du Sol SUN 22 | XS The Australian dance outfit recently dropped Solace Remixed, a follow-up to 2018’s Solace that finds the likes of Cassian, Icarus and Justin Martin turning the trio’s moody electronic tracks into club bangers. Whether you prefer the originals or the dancefloor embellishments, you should be covered when Rüfüs plays Sunday Nightswim at XS. 10 p.m., $25-$45, Wynn, 702-770-7300. –Leslie Ventura
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VIVA MEZCAL! MAMA RABBIT’S BRICIA LOPEZ CELEBRATES THE SPIRIT OF AGAVE BY C. MOON REED ark MGM’s newest venue, Mama Rabbit, has a secret weapon: curator Bricia Lopez. The James Beard Award-winning “mezcalera” hails from a family of mezcal-makers and restaurateurs. She was born in Oaxaca, Mexico, where the agave-based spirit is largely originated. “Mezcal is part of my DNA and what encompasses me, like who I am,” says the self-described “fun girl with a Oaxacan soul and an LA vibe.” The bar’s name is fashioned after the goddess Mayahuel, who presides over agave and fertility and famously fed her 400 rabbit children mezcal. It’s easy to wonder if Lopez, herself a warm and nurturing presence, is the contemporary embodiment of the goddess Mama Rabbit. Lopez’s favorite spirit is a “roasted-but-not-tooroasted mezcal” that has been distilled in clay pots. But for her, it’s not just about the drink, but also the experience. She describes her ideal scene: She’s surrounded by friends and she’s drinking mezcal at sunset in the middle of a field while eating barbacoa. She’s wearing a little blanket to warm against the evening chill, and she’s nibbling on chocolate. Lest there be any confusion, there are no bucolic fields at Mama Rabbit. But that same ideal of friends, fun and food is in full force at the Strip bar. Through colorful art and lush decor, Mama Rabbit channels a hip Oaxacan tavern. Of course, the Vegas version has gaming tables alongside live music, banquets and a double-sided bar. The menu is divided into two halves, cleverly titled “To Agave” and “Not to Agave.” Even if you’re not a fan of the smoky flavor of mezcal, you must try the Guelaguetza Cocktail, named for Lopez’s family’s restaurant in LA. Mezcal and lime are complemented by a flavorful Gusano salt rim and finished with a lime ice pop. An extensive mezcal and tequila list balances out the offerings. The food menu consists of botanas (snacks) and dulces (desserts). There are tacos, street quesadillas and shrimp aguachile—and be sure to try the queso fundido, rich chorizo dip made with melted Oaxacan cheese. It’s even more perfect while sipping a strong cocktail.
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Meat Mania Get your grill on at new Korean barbecue spot Chosun Hwaro
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If the idea of a Korean barbecue—where back and enjoy the tender morsels of beef, which you cook your own meat on a tabletop vary in complexity and flavor depending on their grill—seems intimidating, consider visitmarinade. The pearl steak is especially noteworthy; ing Chosun Hwaro. The new, massive Miracle Mile tender and flavorful, it’s the perfect bite every time, restaurant features authentic Korean dishes especially paired with steamed rice. including bulgogi, bibimbap and a variety of The other component of Korean dining is Chosun stews like kimchi and soybean paste. For futhe banchan, a selection of side dishes that Hwaro Miracle Mile sion fare, there are also sushi rolls, as well as complement the meat. Chosun Hwaro offers Shops at Plan- an unlimited refill of the accompaniments, inappetizers and salads. et Hollywood, If you’re here for the meat, you won’t be cluding two types of kimchi, two types of salad, 702-857-7676. Daily, 9 a.m.disappointed. To get the full carnivorous expickled vegetables, sesame glass noodles, 2 a.m. perience, opt for the combo. The small ($89) potato-pumpkin salad, a trio of dipping sauces comes with the Empress and Emperor’s galbi and a pumpkin soup as a palate cleanser. (short rib), Pearl steak and brisket point, As with other Asian cuisines, Korean food along with a steamed omelet and a bowl of Doenis meant to be eaten family-style, and with the generjang Jjigae stew. The large ($139) includes all of the ous portions at Chosun Hwaro, your group will leave above, plus prime ribeye. stuffed and satisfied. Then come back another day Rest assured, the staff is trained to cook the for teppanyaki at the adjacent Nara Teppan, which meat skillfully and to your preference (you can also offers a whole other menu of Asian specialties. request to cook it yourself). All you have to do is sit –Genevie Durano
Sausagefest owner Oliver Naidas launched his first food truck in 2011, and later opened a brick-and-mortar location at Commercial Center in 2017. The Chicago native can clearly make a mean sausage—we’ve written about the longanisa banh mi, and we simply can’t get enough of the delicious allbeef hot dogs. But there’s a lesser-known reason to go to Sausagefest: breakfast. No, you won’t find any breakfast dogs here (that would be awesome, though), but the all-day breakfast menu delivers in a differently satisfying way. Naidas has conjured up a traditional brekkie menu with the classics everyone craves, with enough imagination to make every dish unique. The house French toast ($11) comes with cinnamon and brown sugar-dipped challah bread, candied walnuts, butter and syrup—but you can make it “just peachy” with peach compote, powdered sugar and whipped cream for $2 extra. The waffles get the same treatment, and the sausage waffle ($8) reigns supreme. The large, crispy, golden-brown buttermilk waffle comes with crumbled sausage baked straight into the batter—fluffy and buttery on the inside—while the subtle spiciness from the meat and sweetness from the syrup take it to the next level. It isn’t just about sweets. The savory green eggs and Spam ($11) is a plate so good you’ll want to recreate it at home. Naidas scrambles eggs, spinach, basil pesto and goat cheese—a delectable combo for the morning—with two slices of grilled Spam and fried potatoes. One bite and you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of it sooner. –Leslie Ventura
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DAYTIME STAGE September 21, 11 a.m., $49, Las Vegas Festival Grounds, iheart.com.
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She’s been all over the headlines since she started dating Kaitlynn Carter (soon after Cyrus’ split with ex-husband Liam Hemsworth), and the “Wrecking Ball” singer isn’t going anywhere soon. September collab “Don’t Call Me Angel”—a track for the upcoming Charlie’s Angels reboot— features Cyrus in typically fierce fashion alongside fellow stars Ariana Grande and Lana Del Rey. Expect outlandish outfits, memorable banter and crowdpleasing songs when the erstwhile Hannah Montana star returns to Las Vegas.
By now, surely you’ve seen the viral makeout video between this American-Cuban singer and her boyfriend, Canadian pop star Shawn Mendes. Since then, the former Fifth Harmony member showed off more of her quirky sense of humor with the Liar Liar-inspired music video to playful new single “Liar.” She released debut solo album Camila last year, and she dropped the chart-topping “Señorita” with Mendes in June. Might her Vegas set bring her beau to the stage, too? There’s only one way to find out.
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Life Is Beautiful turns 7 this year, which means Life Is Sh*t does, too. What began as a counterculture statement—about festivals with corporate sponsors and mainstream headliners—has become an annual Vegas tradition of its own. And with ’70s British punk icons The Vibrators topping this year’s bill, Life Is Sh*t continues to solidify its unexpected standing. “Maybe the first year it was a joke, a little bit of a f*ck you, but it’s grown into its own thing,” says Tsvetelina Stefanova, who organizes LIS with James Adams and Jack Evan Johnson. “The Vibrators are the biggest headliner we’ve had, definitely the one with the most history. Thinking back to high school, every punk had a Vibrators patch on their jacket.” As usual, the majority of the Life Is Sh*t bill will spotlight some of the local scene’s most interesting acts—from longtime Vegas band Black Camaro to nextgen names like Laabradoor, World Tension, Spring Breeding and Peachole. “It doesn’t matter what genre you are, it’s all about community and that DIY feel,” Stefanova says. Also returning to the Dive Bar—LIS’ home since its inception—will be Johnson, the fest’s founder, now based in Nashville. He’ll play a solo set and one fronting Dangerboner, a group that reunites annually for the occasion. “Last year they practiced once before the show. The less they practice, the better they sound,” Stefanova laughs. Another cool Life Is Sh*t tradition: Door donations and proceeds from an on-site raffle go to Girls Rock Vegas, a local entity dedicated to “empower[ing] girls through music creation and performance.” –Spencer Patterson
LIFE IS SH*T September 21, 4 p.m., donations requested. Dive Bar, 702-586-3483.
DREAM CHASERS Chop808’s Dreams Never Die concert series keeps on growing By Zoneil Maharaj he first concert Vegas rapper Chop808 might have to find an even bigger space. organized on his own took place at the On September 19, Dreams Never Die returns Cheyenne Saloon in 2014. He had high to B Side for Till Next Time, headlined by Asaiah hopes for it … until the doors opened. Ziv, with support from Mac Nealy, Chop808, Jayy, “There was no one there,” the 25-year-old recalls. Papichuloteej and more. A press time, they had “It was probably two people in the crowd.” Chop sold more than 300 tickets. didn’t care. He was excited to perform, even if Rather than give top billing to someone in his the entire audience could fit in the backseat of camp, Chop chose Asaiah Ziv, a Las Vegan who has his car. Then one of the performers he garnered national buzz for his introbooked took out a phone and recorded spective tracks. His 2017 EP, I’m Dea video, laughing at Chop for the turnpressed, but Happy, gave hope to those TILL NEXT out. “That broke my spirit,” he says. struggling with mental health. Over TIME September 19, Now, Chop’s getting the last laugh. He the past year, Ziv has released hypnotic 6 p.m., $11. has spent the past few years perfecting bangers like “Switch Lanes” and “SumB Side at his craft and assembling a team of the mertime.” He’s gearing up for his next House of Blues, 702-632-7600. brightest rappers, singers and creatives EP, to be released via Empire, which in Las Vegas. Dubbed The Dreamdistributed early releases by Kendrick ers, the collective created the Dreams Lamar and Anderson .Paak. The rest Never Die concert series, a platform for the Vegas of the lineup features some of the best R&B and community to showcase its talents. And people are hip-hop acts in the city, like Papichuloteej, whose turning out for it. summer anthems “Getaway Driver” and “S.O.S.” The first Dreams Never Die showcase, in Januhave become runaway hits. ary 2018, packed the 250-capacity venue just shy More than anything, Dreams Never Die proves of a sellout, according to Chop. The Dreamers then you don’t have to be a big name to pack a room on took Dreams Never Die to the Strip for shows in the Strip. “We’re not opening up for anybody,” December and July, selling out the House of Blues’ Chop says. “We’re throwing this by ourselves and 350-person B Side room. After the next one, they showcasing people that we really believe in.”
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Fresh off its 10,000th performance, O goes to an every-night schedule BY BROCK RADKE he Fountains of Bellagio have played host to a handful of innovative performances in recent years, from Panic! At the Disco kicking off the 2018 Stanley Cup Finals with a floating mini-concert to this past spring’s Game of Thrones-themed visual spectacular. Later this month, Bellagio will celebrate its other iconic staple, Cirque du Soleil’s O, with the first-ever acrobatic performances on the surface of the Strip-side lake. Cast members from the 21-year-old masterpiece will perform variations of two of O’s most beloved acts in special afternoon fountain takeovers on September 28 and 29 and again on October 12 and 13. If that sounds like serious double-duty for Cirque’s incredible performers, it’s only a tease of what’s to come. Beginning in January 2020, O will shift to a seven-night schedule in its 1,800-seat theater at Bellagio, a first for Cirque in Las Vegas. The show is currently dark Mondays and Tuesdays, playing twice a night the rest of the week, a standard schedule for a production of this scale. In a time when the Montreal-based live entertain-
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avid Rosen wears many hats. Movie nerd, music guru and all-around pop culture sponge, Rosen is also a self-taught film composer. Now he can add podcast host and producer to his CV, too. The son of Wax Trax Records owner Rich Rosen, David grew up being able to pluck any album he wanted off the shelf, all the rare and hard-to-find copies available at his disposal. If his first love was music, cinema was a close second. His appreciation for the two worlds grew, and in 1999 he began composing scores for independent short films—and working on his own ambient, trip-hop and electronic soundscapes. A year and a half ago, the composer and producer launched the Piecing It Together podcast, which analyzes movies through the lens of what other films might have inspired
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(and Weekly contributor) Josh Bell broke down Keene’s campy horror film The Head, which had screened at the fest prior to the podcast. And that isn’t the only podcast he’s working on. Rosen is also the co-host of the politically focused Bird Road, a producer for Entre Dos—a podcast about raising bilingual children in the United States—and a producer and contributor to the Awesome Movie Year podcast. And he’s in the early stages of producing a podcast called All Rice, No Beans, hosted by Lindo Michoacan restaurant manager Stephanie Barajas. Rosen’s main goal right now is to grow the audience for Piecing It Together, but he hopes to add more gigs to his podcast portfolio in the future. And yes, he has “batted around the idea” of doing a Wax Trax podcast with his dad. “I think a podcast could really fit his personality. It could be a lot of fun.”
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Massive 9/24. Thee Swank Bastards 9/25. 4640 Paradise Road, 702-791-5775.
HARD ROCK HOTEL POOL The Midnight 9/28. 702-693-5000.
DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS EVENTS CENTER Social Distortion, Flogging Molly, The Devil Makes Three, Le Butcherettes 9/28. 200 S. 3rd St., 800-745-3000.
HARDWAY Spike McGuire 9/20. Charlie Tuna Band 9/21. The Unwieldies 9/27. 46 S. Water St., 702-410-5124.
Encore Theater Smokey Robinson 9/20-9/21. Wynn, 702-770-6696. EVEL PIE Strange Mistress, Beast of Bailey Downs, Stereo Assault 9/21. 508 Fremont St., 702-840-6460. Fremont Country Club December Avenue, Juan Karlos 9/25. 601 E. Fremont St., 702-382-6601. Fremont STREET EXPERIENCE Smash Mouth 9/28. vegasexperience.com. Gilley’s Saloon Chase & The Pursuit 9/19. Arnie Bewman’s Country Club Band 9/20-9/21. Ryan Wyte Maloney 9/25. Treasure Island, 702-894-7722.
House of Blues Santana 9/20-9/22, 9/25, 9/279/29. Rancid, Pennywise, The English Beat, Iron Reagan 9/26. Babymetal 9/30. Mandalay Bay, 702-632-7600. The Joint Greta Van Fleet, Shannon & The Clams 9/27. Hard Rock Hotel, 702-693-5000. Las Vegas Festival Grounds iHeartRadio Music Festival Daytime Stage ft. Billie Eilish, Maren Morris & more 9/21. 311 W. Sahara Ave., 702-632-7589. LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL FESTIVAL ft. Post Malone, The Black Keys, Chance the Rapper & more 9/209/22. Downtown Las Vegas, lifeisbeautiful.com. Mandalay Bay BEACH Los Angeles Azules 9/20. 702-632-7777.
Palms, 702-944-3200. THE Railhead The Dennis Jones Band 9/19. Boulder Station, 702-432-7777. SAM’S TOWN LIVE Bamboo 9/20. 702-456-7777. SANDBAR Peter Frampton 9/28. Red Rock Resort, 702-797-7777. sand Dollar Lounge The Lucky Losers 9/18. The Higgs 9/19. Jimmy Carpenter 9/20. Carlos Silva & The Scatterbrains 9/23. Po Boys 9/25. Wilde/Drama 9/26. 3355 Spring Mountain Road, 702-485-5401. South Point Showroom Frankie Moreno 9/19. Crystal Gayle 9/20-9/22. 702-696-7111. STAR OF THE DESERT ARENA Commodores 9/28. Primm, 702-386-7867. Stoney’s Rockin’ Country Seth Cook 9/20. Riley Green, Travis Denning 9/27. Town Square, 702-435-2855. SUNCOAST SHOWROOM La La Brooks 9/21. Wanted (Bon Jovi tribute) 9/28. 800-745-3000.
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MGM Grand Garden Arena Eagles 9/279/28. 702-531-3826.
Golden Nugget Showroom Gary Puckett & The Union Gap 9/20. 866-946-5336.
Park Theater Aerosmith 9/21, 9/23, 9/26, 9/28. Park MGM, 844-600-7275.
T-Mobile Arena iHeartRadio Music Festival ft. Alicia Keys, Chance the Rapper, Mumford & Sons & more 9/20-9/21. 702-692-1600.
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Venetian Theatre Tony Bennett 9/25, 9/279/28. 702-414-9000.
Orleans Showroom Gentlemen of Soul 9/20. Taylor Dayne 9/28. 702-365-7111.
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Rampart Casino, 702-507-5900. BONKERZ COMEDY CLUB HENDERSON Comedy 9/21. Klondike Sunset Casino, 444 W. Sunset Road, 702-507-5900. Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club Steve Trevino, Erik Myers, John Bizarre Thru 9/22. Danny Bevins, Michael Malone, Ken Garr 9/23-9/29. MGM Grand, 866-740-7711.
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COMEDY CELLAR Traci Skene, Jeff Leach, Des Bishop, Greer Barnes, Mark Cohen Thru 9/22. Nick Griffin, Kathleen Dunbar, Sean Patton, Allan Havey, Mark Cohen 9/23-9/29. Rio, 702-777-2782.
BREATHE Chuck Fader 9/20. Hard Rock Hotel, 702-693-5505.
HaMBURGER MARY’s Lang Parker, Mike Stigs 9/25. 1700 E. Flamingo Road, 702-733-8787
Chateau J Valentino 9/20. DJ Paradice 9/21. DJ ShadowRed 9/25. Paris, 702-776-7770.
JIMMY KIMMEL’S COMEDY CLUB Finesse Mitchell 9/19-9/22. Linq Promenade, 702-777-2782.
DAYDREAM DJ Corona 9/21. DJ Einstein 9/22. M Resort, 702-797-1808.
JOKESTERS COMEDY CLUB Oscar Ovies, Jeffrey Peterson 9/19-9/22. Erin O’Conner, Don Barnhart 9/23-9/28. The D, 702-388-2111.
DAYLIGHT DJ Scene 9/20. Morgan Page 9/21. Afro B 9/22. Mandalay Bay, 702-632-4700. Drai’s BEACHCLUB Saint Clair 9/20. French Montana 9/21. A-Trak & Emogee 9/22. Cromwell, 702-777-3800. Drai’s DJ Franzen 9/19. French Montana 9/20. Migos 9/21. DJ Franzen 9/22. Cromwell, 702-777-3800. ENCORE BEACH CLUB Alesso 9/20. Nightswim: SayMyName 9/20. Major Lazer 9/21. Nightswim: RL Grime 9/21. The Chainsmokers 9/22. Nightswim: Dillon Francis 9/25. Encore, 702-770-7300. Foundation Room DJ Seany Mac 9/19. DJ Sincere 9/20. DJ Hope 9/22. DJ Sam I Am 9/23. Kay the Riot 9/24. DJ Presto One 9/25. Mandalay Bay, 702-632-7631. GO POOL Jenna Palmer 9/19. DJ Supa James 9/20. Eric Forbes 9/21. Koko & Bayati 9/22. Greg Lopez & JD Live 9/24. Flamingo, 702-697-2888. Light DJ E-Rock 9/20. DJ Romeo 9/21. DJ Que 9/25. Mandalay Bay, 702-632-4700. MAMA RABBIT Yo Quiro Silla 9/19. Park MGM, 702-730-7777. Marquee DAYCLUB Tripps 9/19. San Holo 9/20. Robin Schulz 9/21. Chris Lake 9/22. Cosmopolitan, 702-333-9000. Marquee Eric DLux 9/20. Deorro 9/21. Gunna 9/23. Cosmopolitan, 702-333-9000. ON THE RECORD DJ G-Squared 9/20. DJ Kaos 9/21. Shepard Fairey 9/25. Park MGM, 702-730-7777. TAO BEACH DJ Paradice 9/19. Kay The Riot 9/20. Justin Credible 9/21. DJ Sev One 9/22. Venetian, 702-388-8588. TAO DJ Five 9/19. DJ Karma 9/20. Justin Credible 9/21. Venetian, 702-388-8588. XS The Chainsmokers 9/20. Alesso 9/21. Nightswim: RÜFÜS DU SOL 9/22. Encore, 702-770-7300.
Comedy ART SQUARE THEATRE DTLV Bleach Comedy Variety Hour 9/20. Neon Nights Improv Showcase 9/22. 1025 S. 1st St., 702-383-3133. BONKERZ COMEDY CLUB Jeffrey Peterson 9/19.
L.A. COMEDY CLUB Jay Reid Thru 9/22. Spencer James 9/23-9/29. The Strat, 702-380-7711. LAUGH FACTORY Jay Black, Nate Jackson, Aidan Park Thru 9/22. Shang Forbes, Bill Dawes, Jack Assadourian Jr. 9/23-9/29. Tropicana, 702-739-2411. SAND DOLLAR LOUNGE Comedy 9/23. 3355 Spring Mountain Road, 702-485-5401. THE SPARE ROOM Jeff Capri, Melissa McQueen 9/25-9/29. Downtown Grand, 702-719-5100. Terry Fator TheatrE Kathleen Madigan 9/20. Iliza Shlesinger 9/21. Mirage, 702-792-7777. TICKLE ME COMEDY CLUB Steven Pearl, Louie Bruce Thru 9/28. Eclipse Theaters, 702-816-4300.
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Jonathan Karrant 9/22. 1771 Inner Circle Drive, 702-507-3860. UNLV (Artemus W. Ham Hall) UNLV Symphony Orchestra 9/25. (Beam Music Center) The Music of Robert & Clara Schumann and Johannes Brahms 9/19. NEXTET New Music 9/23. 702-895-2787. West Charleston Library Seffarine 9/21. 3045 Walnut Drive, 702-507-3940. Whitney Library Coffee and Comics 9/21. 5175 E. Tropicana Ave., 702-507-4010. The Writer’s Block Through Poetry: Exploring the Strength of Our Community 9/21. The Believer Presents: Sarah M. Broom, Claytee White 9/23. 519 S. 6th St., 702-550-6399.
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SPORTS LAS VEGAS ACES Washington 9/22, 9/24 (if nec.), 9/26 (if nec.). Mandalay Bay Events Center, 702-632-7777.
Clark County Library Native American Virtual Lodge of Purification and Blessing 9/21. Seffarine 9/22. 1401 E. Flamingo Road, 702-507-3400.
Las Vegas PICKLEBALL OPEN 9/24-9/28. Plaza Hotel, lasvegaspickleballopen.com.
East Las Vegas Library Bolero: A Historical Anthology 9/20. 2851 E. Bonanza Road, 702-507-3500
UNLV MEN’S SOCCER Saint Mary’s 9/19. Santa Clara 9/22. Peter Johann Memorial Field, 702-739-3267.
Henderson Pavilion Henderson Symphony Orchestra Season Opening Concert 9/20. 200 S. Green Valley Parkway, 702-267-4849.
UNLV WOMEN’S SOCCER Northern Arizona 9/20. Utah Valley 9/22. Peter Johann Memorial Field, 702-739-3267.
THE Mob Museum Garden State Gangland: Scott Deitche book signing 9/19. The Summit: The Mob in Las Vegas 9/21. Las Vegas in the 1950s 9/22. The IRS and Organized Crime 9/23. 300 Stewart Ave., themobmuseum.org.
UNLV WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL Arizona State 9/19. Kansas 9/21. Cox Pavilion, 702-739-3267.
Rainbow Library The Day the Music Died 9/21. 3150 N. Buffalo Drive, 702-507-3710. Sahara West Library The Day the Music Died 9/22. 9600 W. Sahara Ave., 702-507-3630.
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One of the most biodiverse areas in the Southwest Mount Charleston is home to multiple ecological zones and species that live nowhere else in the world By Miranda Willson
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as Vegas’ nearest island is hundreds of miles away. But a “sky island” can be found right in the city’s backyard. The Spring Mountains, particularly the area near Mount Charleston, are a hotbed of biodiversity, with an estimated 28 species of endemic plants, animals and insects, according to the U.S. Forest Service. That means these organisms can be found nowhere else in the world. The region’s high elevation, geographic isolation, cooler temperatures, natural history and relatively high annual precipitation have created multiple quasi-ecosystems unique from the rest of Southern Nevada—much like a real island. “I’ve heard it equated to driving from Mexico to Alaska in the amount of ecozones you pass through, in just driving from the bottom of Kyle Canyon and hiking up to Mount Charleston,” said Katy Gulley, a wildlife ecologist for the U.S. Forest Service. “There’s that much diversity and vegetation changes.”
Anyone making the 40-mile journey from Las Vegas to the very top of Mount Charleston passes through four or more distinct ecological zones, depending on how you break them down, Gulley said. At the bottom of the mountain is a zone known as the desert shrublands, where the primary vegetation is creosote bush, blackbrush and, especially in slightly higher elevation areas, Joshua trees. Keep going up and you’ll find the low conifer zone dominated by evergreen pinyon pine and juniper trees. Further up still, in many of the most popular Mount Charleston hiking areas, is the high conifer zone, with ponderosa pine trees, white fir trees and bristlecone and limber pines, Gulley said. The bristlecone pine trees have the distinction of being among the oldest trees on earth, with a
lifespan that can exceed 1,000 years, noted Patrick Donnelly, Nevada state director for the Center for Biological Diversity. “Many places where the bristlecone pine occurs throughout Great Basin [have] sort of isolated trees, whereas on Mount Charleston, there is a legitimate bristlecone forest,” Donnelly said. Finally, past the tree line at or above 10,000 feet is the ultra-sensitive alpine zone. That region is home to some of the most unique species in the Spring Mountains, as they evolved in the most seclusion, Gulley said. “You go up [the mountain], and it’s a totally different habitat,” noted local plant ecologist Hermi Hiatt. “It’s closer to the Great Basin vegetation, but there’s a big gap between the sky island and the Great Basin. That’s what’s kind of unique.”
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Where endemic species thrive Many of the endemic organisms found in the diverse subregions that comprise the Mount Charleston and Spring Mountains areas have close relatives found elsewhere on earth, but their relative geographic isolation has created species-level differences through time. The Mount Charleston blue butterfly is one of the most well-documented endemic species in the Spring Mountains and the only endemic species in the area that the federal government recognizes as endangered. But the tiny, hard-to-spot insect is just one of seven endemic butterfly species in the Spring Mountains, including another at-risk species known as the Spring Mountains dark blue butterfly, which is up for review for federal endangered status. UNLV Life Sciences Professor Daniel Thompson has been studying both species of butterfly, which thrive high up in the mountains, since 2010. They are showing signs of recovery despite their critical status; Thompson spotted the Mount Charleston blue butterfly this July in the Lee Canyon area, where they had not been seen since the 1990s. “Because of all the rain, [they’ve] had a fair
Mount Charleston Blue Butterfly (Gary Abbot/Courtesy)
“I’ve heard it equated to driving from Mexico to Alaska in the amount of ecozones you pass through, in just driving from the bottom of Kyle Canyon and hiking up to Mount Charleston.” –Katy Gulley, wildlife ecologist for the U.S. Forest Service
Rough angelica plant (U.S. Forest Service/Courtesy)
amount of emergence,” he said, referring to this year’s unusually wet spring. The area’s endemic butterflies have thrived for centuries in mutualistic relationships with flowering plants, some of which are also endemic, Donnelly said. Examples include Clokey’s thistle, rough angelica, Torrey’s milkvetch and the mountain oxytrope, the latter two on which the Mount Charleston blue butterfly feeds. “Part of why there’s all these unique species of butterfly is also why there’s all these unique species of flowers,” Donnelly said. Other species endemic to the Spring Mountains include the Mount Charleston ant and Palmer’s chipmunk. The chipmunk is relatively common in the mountain range, but the ant is notoriously difficult to find and identify, Gulley said. “There’s not a lot of ant specialists out in the world that have been to the Spring Mountains, so it doesn’t have a lot of great information,” Gulley said. “But it has been identified and seen here and is not known to occur anywhere else.” Continued on Page 62
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Spring Mountains Acastus Checkerspot butterfly (U.S. Forest Service/Courtesy)
“In the last 20 years, it’s become so evident to me the declines in the quality of the environment due to human impacts.”
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Preserving the sky island Loss of biodiversity is an ongoing threat facing species and ecosystems worldwide, and the Spring Mountains are no exception. Tom Padden, who has lived in the town of Mount Charleston since the 1950s, says he has observed firsthand reductions in the overall health of the mountainous ecosystem. “In the last 20 years, it’s become so evident to me the declines in the quality of the environment due to human impacts,” Padden said. One species on the mountain range at risk is the ancient bristlecone pine trees, some of which were destroyed in the 2013 Carpenter 1 wildfire that blazed through almost 28,000 acres in the Spring Mountains. Given the slow growth of bristlecone pines and the fact that wildfires aren’t a natural part of their
—Tom Padden, Mount Charleston resident
ecosystem, some of these trees still haven’t regenerated, Donnelly said. Improving wildfire management practices will be crucial to protecting those trees and other plants and animals, Gulley said. “As an agency, we’re moving toward better preparing the landscape to have less catastrophic wildfires,” she said. Other threats include invasive species, irresponsible recreation and climate change. Although the mountain range experienced more snow than usual this year, the Forest Service and others have observed lower annual snowpack in recent years, a trend expected to continue because of climate change. Snowfall enables some of the rare and endemic flower species to bloom, Donnelly said, and is the primary factor that differentiates Mount Charleston from the surrounding desert landscape. Snow also keeps the ground wet, thereby reducing the risk of wildfire.
The alpine sub-ecosystem is particularly vulnerable to ongoing and anticipated changes in snowfall and overall precipitation, Gulley said. “It’s really those very high elevation species that are most impacted by changes in climate because they’ve evolved to be so specific to those conditions. Any changes up there in the alpine zone will really negatively affect those plants,” she said. As the Mount Charleston area grows in popularity for recreational uses (a trend observed in other regional recreational areas), Gulley emphasized that visitors should be careful not to bring in traces of invasive plants from their shoes and car tires. They should also remain on trails, so as not to disturb nesting areas and habitats for rare species such as the blue butterfly. Above all, visitors should be mindful of the fact that they’re entering a sensitive, ecologically unique region—one of the most biodiverse parts of the southwest. “It’s a really, really special place,” Donnelly said.
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What role will unions play in the 2020 presidential election?
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he largest 2020 presidential campaign event so far in Nevada was inexorably tied to organized labor. In early August, 19 Democratic presidential candidates attended a forum sponsored by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees. During the course of the day and multiple political talking points, all 19 candidates expressed their support for collective bargaining for public employees. The prevalence of labor, however, isn’t confined to one Nevada event—candidates hitting the union circuit in Las Vegas isn’t new. In the buildup to the 2020 election, the state has seen multiple stops from multiple campaigns, and many—almost all, in fact—have at least included stops at some form of union event. Nevada is the first state west of the Mississippi River, and third overall, to choose its nominee for president. It’s commonly seen as a bellwether for the West as a whole, and more indicative of the country’s overall population than the earlier, whiter states such as New Hampshire and Iowa. “I think labor is very important right now for the candidates,” said Geoconda Argüello-Kline, the secretary-treasurer of the Culinary Workers Union Local 226. Argüello-Kline said that unions are a dominant force in Las Vegas because of their fight for workers’ rights, including a higher standard of living and better opportunities to take care of their family. When asked why she thinks Las Vegas and Ne-
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vada have large union representation, she answers quickly. “I think it’s because we’ve been fighting for 84 years here in Las Vegas,” she said. In a race in which the dichotomy between the left and right seems to be more pronounced than ever, it’s perhaps not surprising that Democratic candidates are appealing to organized labor to bolster their working-class voting bloc. The Democratic field in the 2020 election ranges from moderate—think former Maryland Rep. John Delaney—to progressive—think Independent Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders—but essentially all of them are courting the support of organized labor. A few examples: former Vice President Joe Biden’s first Las Vegas campaign stop was at the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT). Sens. Sanders and Amy Klobuchar, D-Minnesota, spoke with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. Campaigning to the state’s unions makes sense politically. As the biggest metro area in a state with ample union membership, Las Vegas is an organized labor mecca, and the amount of union votes in Nevada is not insubstantial. Nevada has one of the strongest union membership rates for states with right-towork laws. These laws, hotly disparaged by both unions and many of the 2020 candidates, mean that unions cannot require that employees join a union or pay membership dues to the union. According to the national Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nevada’s total union membership in 2018—191,000—is about 13.9% of the total population of employed workers. Arizona, with a little more than twice Nevada’s population, has 156,000 employees in a union. Texas, with around nine times the population, has 512,000 union employees. Wisconsin, with almost twice the population, has 219,000 union employees. None of these states’ union populations crack 9% of their total workforce. Texas doesn’t even surpass 5%. So, receiving a union endorsement could bring with it a plethora of votes. Researchers have argued that union members are more politically engaged because of the nature of their work and by union outreach activities. Couple that higher political engagement with a group that traditionally leans Democratic, and it’s not hard to see why a union endorsement would be good for any Democrat hoping to launch forward in Nevada—and nationwide.
A few candidates made further pitches for the union vote at another large-scale organized labor event later in August. Thousands of members of IUPAT attended the union’s multiday convention at Caesars Palace. Candidates have gone out of their way to take part in Las Vegas union events even without being able to physically attend. Multiple candidates, including Sanders and South Bend, Indiana’s Mayor Pete Buttigieg spoke over video at the conference. Sanders has positioned himself as a union advocate candidate. In his call-in to the IUPAT conference, he stressed the importance of organized labor and said that his appointments would be “pro-worker.” “My promise to you is that, if elected president, there will not have been a more prounion president in the White House since Franklin Delano Roosevelt,” he said. “I will stand with workers.” Buttigieg spoke on paid sick leave and family leave, and the need to close the pay gap—the pay ratio between men and women is 83%, according to the American Association of University Women. “Our economy has changed a tremendous amount over the course of my life—to me, that makes the role of labor even more important,” he said, and that he was tired of “being in rooms with economic development experts scratching their heads” about jobs and skills training. Apprentice programs, he said, have been providing this training for years. Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar appeared in person at the event. The senator has made her family’s union history part of her campaign. Klobuchar, in her appearance, said that IUPAT and organized labor were necessary for the rebuilding of the country’s middle class. Argüello-Kline said that the unions and their membership realize it is important to be politically active for multiple reasons, including protections for the working class and immigrants. The Culinary Union’s membership is diverse—54% Latino, 19% white, 15% Asian, 10% black and less than 1% from indigenous populations. “This country was built by immigrants. And we know right now that immigrants are under attack,” Argüello-Kline said. With this level of engagement, she said, along with Nevada’s position as an early state in the nominating process, she understands why Vegas is attractive to both working people and to political leaders looking to bolster support. “We do voter registrations every single day,” she said. “We’re active all the time.”
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LEAD BY EXAMPLE Seeing how parents navigate financial situations is not only how children learn responsible spending, it’s often one of the most valuable teaching techniques. Lessons can include using cash vs. credit or applying for and securing loans. Details aside, your child’s relationship with money is likely to mirror your own. “It’s beneficial for parents to prioritize ongoing financial education as well. We offer educational resources because we want our members to have a firm understanding of financial health, which is something they can pass on to their children,” Cypers said.
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Money management skills are some of the most powerful lessons parents can teach, and children will benefit from those lessons for the rest of their lives. “It’s never too late or too early to teach your children how to manage money,” said Nicole Cypers, VP of Public Relations for America First Credit Union. “We make education a priority because knowing how to make smart financial choices is essential, no matter if our member is 5 or 95. America First offers a wide range of engaging financial literacy programs with content tailored to different age groups.” Though learning is a continual process and there’s no single lesson that can prepare children for a lifetime of financial responsibility, giving them tools is an important building block for their future.
Using real money is a way to familiarize children with the financial process. When making small purchases at the store, count cash with your child and let them hand it to the cashier. When “practicing” with money, demonstrate opportunity cost — if they choose to purchase one thing, there may not be enough money remaining to purchase something else. This will help introduce them to budgeting.
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Financial education may begin sooner than some parents think. “Children are always paying attention whether we realize it or not,” Cypers said. “They’ll probably notice how you treat money — as well as your general attitude about finances — before you’re aware that they’re already learning from your actions.” Be sure the habits you’re exhibiting are positive. Teaching through play is a great way to demonstrate financial transactions. Create a make-believe store at home and exchange pretend money. Show children how to count money, compare prices and determine what they can afford. Ensuring it’s an enjoyable activity can help cement understanding.
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OLDER CHILDREN AND TEENS An allowance is an opportunity to teach children about money while rewarding them for their work ethic. “We recommend that parents sit down with their kids and negotiate what an appropriate allowance should be based on chores and duties around the house,” Cypers said. “For instance, offer $1 for doing the dishes or $3 for cleaning their bedroom. Be open if your child proposes a counteroffer and ask them to explain their reasoning. This will help them develop a sense of value around work and income.” Once an allowance is settled, help your child budget their money. Tally how much they earn each week, how much they need for expenses and determine long- and short-term savings goals. Opening a savings account is another practical and necessary teaching opportunity. “We offer youth savings accounts that are ideal for those who are new to managing their finances because they feature no annual fees and no minimum deposit levels,” Cypers said. “By consistently contributing to savings accounts, young people can see how their money adds up and appreciates with time.”
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hree Dog Bakery pet store in northwest Las Vegas was flooded with pet parents during a holiday week this past summer. Most customers weren’t interested in the bakery’s doggie s’more treats, but rather, the perceived anxiety-reducing pet cannabidiol products. “There are things that just move and things that fly off the shelf,” said Frank Shaw, co-owner of Three Dog Bakery. “Increasingly, CBD is flying off the shelf. We were sold out of a product called Chill Out [a hempbased chewable] weeks in advance.” As the marijuana acceptance revolution continues in the U.S., pets are being included in the movement. While big-box pet stores like PetSmart and Petco offer some hemp-based products, they don’t sell items containing CBD oil. A number of smaller stores around the Las Vegas Valley do carry CBD products, however, including Shaw’s store, Healthy Tails, the Wagging Tail and Bogart’s Bone Appetit. At Three Dog Bakery, Shaw said, a one-month supply of any of the CBD products offered would cost $40 to $75. There are no restrictions, he said, on who can purchase the products. “We were probably one of the first stores in the valley to sell [CBD prodLay ucts],” said Mike Lay, co-owner of Healthy Tails. “These products are insanely popular. When we first brought these products in, I admit I was a little skeptical. I was wondering if it was snake oil.” It wasn’t long before Lay became a believer in CBD. He now uses CBD on his own pets. “I’ve seen the proof in the pudding,” Lay said. “Mostly, these products are really good at being anti-
inflammatory and good for anxiety. Those are the two biggest things and the two things I get the most questions on—anxiety and hip and joint pain.” As attitudes around the country continue to evolve on marijuana—CBD, derived from the hemp plant, does not contain intoxicating levels of THC—pet owners seem to be more and more willing to offer CBD products to their dogs and cats. “Essentially, CBD affects all mammals the same way,” said Steve Smith, founder of Pet Releaf, a Colorado company that supplies CBD products to multiple Las Vegas-area pet stores. “It was tough when we were start-
ing out. They were throwing us out of stores, because they just assumed we wanted to get dogs high. We had stores that were literally getting ready to call 911 on us when we went in to pitch our products.” Smith said some of the people who turned him away are now some of the company’s best customers. From 2017 to 2018, Smith said, Pet Releaf grew fivefold. The company, which maintains its own hemp farms in Colorado, was launched in 2014. “It’s been quite a sea change over the last five years,” Smith said. “We have four or five accounts in Las Vegas that do very well, including Healthy Tails and Bogart’s. Pet parents are becoming more comfortable with it, but it’s still only about 37 percent of pet parents that have actually tried any type of CBD product in the U.S.” Store owners do warn that not all pet CBD products are created equal and some have been known to exaggerate health benefits. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association website, the “available scientific evidence” pertaining to the use of CBD products for animals remains limited. Hemp was removed from the definition of marijuana pertaining to the federal Controlled Substances Act as part of the 2018 Farm Bill, however. In Nevada, dispensaries that sell marijuana are not allowed to sell CBD products marketed for pets. Smith doesn’t think it will be long before major chains are selling CBD items, a step that would further enhance awareness of the products. “It’s still kind of a novel thing,” Smith said. “We’re actively speaking with those guys [Petco and PetSmart], and I think, before the end of the year, we’re going to see CBD products on their shelves in some states.”
CBD products for dogs at Healthy Tails (Christopher DeVargas/Staff)
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Real Estate Landlord/Seller agent: Garrett Toft, SIOR, and Keith Spencer of CBRE Tenant/Buyer: Summerlin Offices Tenant/Buyer agent: Did not disclose $599,860 for 2,696 sq. ft. of retail 670 S. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 110, Henderson, 89052 Landlord/Seller: Coronado Medical Center Landlord/Seller agent: David Livingston of IREPLV Tenant/Buyer: Caballero Family Trust Tenant/Buyer agent: Lance Hamrick of Coldwell Banker $563,010 for 2,681 sq. ft. of retail 650 Green Valley Parkway, Suite 100, Henderson, 89052 Landlord/Seller: Coronado Medical Center Landlord/Seller agent: David Livingston of IREPLV Tenant/Buyer: Titanium Building Group Tenant/Buyer agent: Did not disclose
SALES $2,000,000 for 4.5 acres of land Berg Street and Lone Mountain Road, North Las Vegas, 89081 Landlord/Seller: The 4.5 Acres Lone Mountain & Berg Street Series of CHP Holdings Landlord/Seller agent: Keith Spencer of CBRE Tenant/Buyer: EBS Realty Partners Tenant/Buyer agent: Garrett Toft, SIOR, of CBRE
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4Leaf Consulting Llc 125 E. Reno Ave., Suite 3, Las Vegas Engineering firm Owner/Executive on file: 4Leaf Consulting 7 Hills Massage 3215 St. Rose Parkway, Suite 110, Henderson Massage and reflexology Owner/Executive on file: Christine LLC
Owner/Executive on file: Ak Davies Mobile Home Service A Las Vegas Medical Group 4043 E. Sunset Road, Henderson Medical office Owner/Executive on file: Elmer S. David M.D.
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AM Fire & Electronic Services 3330 Wynn Road, Suite A, Las Vegas Alarm systems Owner/Executive on file: AM Fire & Electronic Services
7-Eleven Store No. 22272 870 E. Lake Mead Parkway, Henderson Convenience store Owner/Executive on file: NMJD
A.V.I Realty 9500 Hillwood Drive, Suite 200, Las Vegas Real estate Owner/Executive on file: Dariush Imani
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A&E Autobody 520 W. Sunset Road, Suite 15, Henderson Automotive Owner/Executive on file: A&E Autobody
808 Automotive & Performance 730 Susanna Way, Henderson Automotive Owner/Executive on file: Jesse Ferreira
007 Handyman 59 Blaven Drive, Henderson Property maintenance Owner/Executive on file: Flores, Mauricio
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$1,585,165 for 5,612 sq. ft. of retail 670 S. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 100, Henderson, 89052 Landlord/Seller: Coronado Medical Center Landlord/Seller agent: David Livingston of IREPLV Tenant/Buyer: Scott Lobenberg Tenant/Buyer agent: Randal Gibson of First Federal Realty
1st Response Restoration 950 W. Warm Springs Road, Suite 102, Henderson Property maintenance Owner/Executive on file: G & G Synergy
A Better Life 1070 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson Social work, behavioral therapy business Owner/Executive on file: A Better Life
2 White Guys 5806 Alfred Drive, Las Vegas Property maintenance Owner/Executive on file: Dane Keiser
$1,300,000 for 3.46 acres of land Eastern Avenue and Warm Springs Road, Las Vegas, 89119 Landlord/Seller: Warm Springs Road
24/7 Xpress 201 N. Stephanie St., Henderson Convenience store Owner/Executive on file: Stephanie Partners Pad D
A Bright Image Cleaning Company 1931 Patagonia St., Henderson Property maintenance Owner/Executive on file: Deborah L. Mellor AK Davies Mobile Home Service 8620 Copper Knoll Ave., Las Vegas Manufactured housing setup and repair
A&E Fashion Boutique 4530 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite C-9B, Las Vegas General retail sales Owner/Executive on file: Danielle Fujita Kutti Lugao A1 Installs 2225 E. Camero Ave., Las Vegas Property maintenance Owner/Executive on file: A1 Installs AAA Wuxin Healing Arts 2920 N. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 723, Henderson Medical office Owner/Executive on file: Kelley, Fiona ABCD Computers 6625 Navio Drive, Las Vegas Interjurisdictional business Owner/Executive on file: Rohner, Peter Anthony Able Baker Brewing Company 1510 S. Main St., Suite 120, Las Vegas Restaurant Owner/Executive on file: Able Baker Brewing Company Accomplished Claims Services 2161 Fountain Springs Drive, Henderson Insurance agency or adjusting firm Owner/Executive on file:
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Henderson Personal services Owner/Executive on file: Act 3 Estate Sales Action Towing 2511 Kiel Way, North Las Vegas Automobile towing Owner/Executive on file: AA Action Towing Adaptive Comfort-Wear 701 N. Green Valley Parkway, Suite 200, Henderson Clothing Owner/Executive on file: Adaptive Comfort-Wear
Advertising Edge 1898 Whispering Circle, Henderson Advertising business Owner/Executive on file: Advertising Edge Agape Health 2790 W. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 110 Medical office Owner/Executive on file: Agape Sports and Family Chiroprati AJ’s Auto Service 920 Wigwam Parkway, Suite 100, Henderson Automotive Owner/Executive on file: AJ’s Auto Service
Henderson Liquor Owner/Executive on file: Alcohol Lovers and Company All Safe Home Inspections 11273 Tuscolana St., Las Vegas Real estate Owner/Executive on file: All Safe Home Inspections All Things Wild Las Vegas Photography business Owner/Executive on file: Stephanie Boulton Allana Buick & Bers 2900 Meade Ave., Suite 6, Las Vegas Engineering firm Owner/Executive on file: Allana Buick & Bers
Advanced Pest Control 117 Blackberry Lane, Henderson Property maintenance Owner/Executive on file: Mike Eliaers
Albertson’s No. 3205 575 College Drive, Henderson Liquor Owner/Executive on file: Albertson’s
Advanced Psychological Care 2831 St Rose Parkway, Suite 200(237), Henderson Social work, behavioral therapy business Owner/Executive on file: Advanced Psychological Care
Albertson’s No. 3207 2910 Bicentennial Parkway, Henderson Grocery store Owner/Executive on file: Albertson’s
Allen Advertising 21 Highland Creek Drive, Henderson Advertising business Owner/Executive on file: Godorov, Harvey Allen and Gail
Alcohol Lovers and Company 440 Parkson Road,
Allen, Jody L. 728 Saratoga Springs St., Henderson
Massage and reflexology Owner/Executive on file: Allen, Jody L. Allstate Insurance 1291 W. Galleria Drive. Suite 125, Henderson Insurance agency or adjusting firm Owner/Executive on file: Kleytman Family Insurance Group Almarlwin 2712 Warm Rays Ave., Henderson Management/marketing/consulting Owner/Executive on file: LWin, Aloysius AM-PM Automotive Diagnostic & Service 704 W. Sunset Road, Suite A13, Henderson Automotive Owner/Executive on file: AM-PM Automotive Diagnostic & Service Inc. AMC Family Agency 8560 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 130, Henderson Insurance agency or adjusting firm Owner/Executive on file: AMC Family Agency
Ameery Care 271 E. Desert Rose Drive, Henderson Group care facility Owner/Executive on file: TTF Group
Ambulance services Owner/Executive on file: Mercy, Inc.
America’s Beauty Salon 4107 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas Cosmetological establishment Owner/Executive on file: America Marroquin
American Sign Language Communication 40 E. Horizon Ridge Parkway, Suite 102, Henderson Personal services Owner/Executive on file: American Sign Language Communication
American Beverage Systems 3675 E. Post Road, Suite A, Las Vegas Inter-jurisdictional business Owner/Executive on file: American Beverage Systems
American Society for Management 2434 Barclay St., Henderson Management/marketing/consulting Owner/Executive on file: American Society for Management
American Locksmith Institute of Nevada 1625 Athol Ave., Henderson School Owner/Executive on file: American Locksmith Institute of Nevada
AMR 7201 W. Post Road, Las Vegas Ambulance services Owner/Executive on file: American Investment Enterprises
American Medical Response 7201 W. Post Road, Las Vegas
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horoscopes week of september 19 by rob brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): We’re in the equinoctial season. During this pregnant pause, the sun seems to hover directly over the equator; the lengths of night and day are equal. For all of us, but especially for you, it’s a favorable phase to conjure and cultivate more sweet symmetry, calming balance and healing harmony. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): “I tell you what freedom is to me: no fear.” So said singer and activist Nina Simone. But it’s doubtful there ever came a time when she reached that idyllic state. How can any of us empty out our anxiety so completely as to be utterly emancipated? It’s not possible. The good news is that in the coming weeks, you will have the potential to be as unafraid as you have ever been. Try to ensure that love is your primary motivation in everything you do, say and think. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Some things don’t change much. The beautiful marine animal species known as the pearly nautilus, which lives in the South Pacific, is mostly the same as it was 150 million years ago. You should head in a different direction. During the coming weeks, you’ll be wise to be a maestro of mutability, a connoisseur of transformation, an adept of novelty. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Before 1868, Granny Smith apples never existed. Around that time, Maria Ann Smith threw the cores of French crab apples out her window while she was cooking. The seeds were fertilized by the pollen from a different, unknown variety of apple, and a new type was born: Granny Smith. There is the possibility of a metaphorically comparable event in your future: a lucky accident that creates new opportunity. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): “Every masterpiece is just dirt and ash put together in some perfect way,” writes storyteller Chuck Palahniuk. You have assembled much of the dirt and ash necessary to create your next masterpiece and are now ready for the next phase. And what is that phase? Identifying the help and support you’ll need for the rest of the process. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In 1959, studies revealed that manufacturers had added so much hydrogenated vegetable oil and glycerin to peanut butter that only 75 percent of it could truly be called peanut butter. So began a long legal process to restore high standards. It’s time to ensure that all the important resources and influences in your life are at peak intensity and efficiency. Say no to dilution and adulteration.
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ACROSS 1 Father 6 Gather 11 No. on a car lot sticker 15 Quaint letter salutation 19 Pool table fabrics 20 Large town, in Italian 21 Burn slightly 22 Purple fruit from a palm 23 Candid bow wielder? [Anne] 25 Green Hornet’s valet 26 Lisa formerly of The View 27 Bread eaten at Passover 28 Gallic senior citizens? [Victor] 31 Subside 33 Earnest and solemn 35 D.C. VIPs 36 Four doubled 37 Ebony-colored card given on February 14? [Karen] 41 Stable scrap 42 Writer Ayn 43 Houston site 44 Little bit 46 A Great Lake 50 Cry of worry 53 Precious gem that formed just recently? [Neil] 57 Port in Italy 61 Boot leathers 62 Chi preceder 63 Hueless Focus or Fiesta? [Betty] 67 Self-help writer LeShan 68 Butts in 70 Long-eared hopper 71 Undersized carriage with a fold-down top?
[Martin] 76 Prefix with plane 77 University of Maine’s town 79 Reply to “Are you?” 80 Annoyed small songbird? [Christopher] 82 PD alert 83 Mutiny 87 Pioneer in graph theory 88 Sweetheart prone to sulk? [Ron] 92 Sailor who flew on a roc 97 Absorbed by 98 Follower of “Co.,” often 99 Little bit 103 The last Mrs. Chaplin 104 Showery 106 Robust artisan working in precious metal? [Oliver] 111 Venue 114 Byte lead-in 115 Brand of fake fat 116 Wee, in brief 117 British noble who feels no affection? [Patty] 121 Quartets doubled 123 Oratorio solo 124 “Der —” (nickname for Konrad Adenauer) 125 Clear quartz fashioned to look like a suitor’s flower? [Billy] 129 Mets’ clubs 130 In tatters 131 Tickle pink 132 Long-term con 133 Louver strip 134 ERA or HRs 135 Quick 136 Up to now
DOWN Very close bud 1 2 Eternally, in poetry 3 “Glitter rock” group 4 Sicilian spewer 5 “For shame!” 6 Circus tumbler 7 “Glee” actress Lea — 8 Pt. of NCAA 9 Pear waste 10 Actress Gilbert 11 Poet Rod 12 Razor feature 13 Hotel listing 14 U. lecturer 15 Slashed-price product 16 Pastry bag fill 17 Cowboy’s workplace 18 Vision 24 127-down between Russia and Ukraine 29 Prefix with plane 30 Stephen of the screen 31 Spanish river 32 Boring 34 T. — 38 B-F linkup 39 “No” vote 40 General on Chinese menus 41 Stage prize 45 Total up 47 More stringy 48 Possible follower of “Psst!” 49 Menlo Park “wizard” 51 Grow mellow 52 Ring arbiters 54 Meat stamp inits. 55 Subtlety 56 Horned viper 58 Osaka drama 59 “— y plata” 60 “This is not —!” (“Red alert!”) 63 Self-reflective question
64 Talk about ad nauseam 65 1950 Asimov classic 66 Five doubled 67 Elegant tree 69 With 109-down, unprocessed facts 72 Mon Oncle star Jacques 73 Actress Joanne 74 MSN rival 75 Employs 78 Suffix with audit or arm 81 — Lanka 84 Revise copy 85 Ryder vehicle 86 A maestro conducts it 89 In Maine 90 Doze off 91 Dude 93 — de plume 94 Removes via very hot water, as impurities 95 “No” voter 96 Writer Roald 100 Oxfam or Amnesty Intl. 101 Huge statues 102 Voted in 105 Twisty fish 107 Gung-ho 108 Writer Santha Rama — 109 See 69-Down 110 Fishhook lines 111 Hefty slices 112 Deep pink 113 Madonna musical 114 Groove for a letter-shaped bolt 118 Ingests 119 Old Chrysler 120 Bombeck of humor 122 Sextet halved 126 “I reckon so” 127 Body of water 128 Drop the ball
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In 1936, the city of Cleveland staged the Great Lakes Exposition. One of its fun features was The Golden Book of Cleveland, a 2.5-ton, 6,000-page text the size of a mattress. After the expo closed down, the “biggest book in the world” went missing. You, too, have lost track of a major something that would seem hard to misplace. If you intensify your search now, I bet you’ll find it before the end of 2019. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In 1990, the New Zealand government appointed educator, magician and comedian Ian Brackenbury Channell to be the official Wizard of New Zealand. His jobs include protecting the government, blessing new enterprises, casting out evil spirits, upsetting fanatics and cheering people up. The coming weeks will be an excellent time to find your personal equivalents of an inspirational force like that. You have license to be extravagant in getting what you need to thrive. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): “Do silly things,” advised playwright Anton Chekhov. “Foolishness is a great deal more vital and healthy than our straining and striving after a meaningful life.” Now is not one of those times for you. Cultivate majestic moods and seek out awe-inspiring experiences and induce sublime perspectives. Your serious and noble quest for a meaningful life can be especially rewarding in the coming weeks. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Before comedian Jack Benny died, he arranged to have a florist deliver a single red rose to his wife every day for the rest of her life. She lived another nine years and received more than 3,000 roses. Even though you’ll be around for a long time, the coming weeks would be an excellent time to establish a comparable custom: a commitment to providing regular blessings to a person for whom you care deeply. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Actress and author Ruby Dee formulated an unusual prayer. “God,” she wrote, “make me so uncomfortable that I will do the very thing I fear.” As you might imagine, she was a brave activist who risked her reputation and career working for the civil rights movement and other idealistic causes. You’re in a phase when you can generate practical blessings by doing the very things that intimidate you or make you nervous. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Syndicated cartoon strip Calvin and Hobbes appeared for 10 years in 2,400 newspapers in 50 countries. It wielded a sizable cultural influence. For example, in 1992, 6-yearold Calvin decided “The Big Bang” was a boring term and proposed we call it the “Horrendous Space Kablooie.” A number of scientists subsequently adopted Calvin’s innovation. Give fun new names to anything and everything you feel like spicing up. You now have substantial power to reshape and revamp the components of your world.
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