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appy Holidays, Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah. The holidays are upon us and amongst all religions there’s a common thread that runs through this time of year: family. This is a time of year we take a break from the hustle and bustle to make an overdue effort to bring our families together for turkey, gift giving and conversation. This year, family has taken a whole new meaning for my husband and I. We are overjoyed to announce that we are pregnant with our first child! This is truly a miracle, as it was unlikely for me to become pregnant. My body was challenged with premature ovarian failure (laymen terms: premature menopause). From what I understand, we had less than a 5 percent chance of getting pregnant on our own. We decided to look for professional medical help us start our family. With that said, my husband and I would like to give a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Shapiro of The Fertility Center of Las Vegas. Dr. Shapiro made a miracle happen and we are due to deliver our bundle of joy in the spring of 2015. I will keep you posted through Las Vegas Woman magazine and social media, @TammyGrabel, of my progress and share with you my fertility treatment experiences. I had written off the possibility of having a baby until we met with Dr. Shapiro. This was a reminder to me to never lose hope! There’s always a miracle around the corner if you are open to it and make an effort to go after your dreams. Before I sign off, I want to thank my loving husband, Seth Grabel, who has been so supportive and patient throughout this process. He has been right by my side through the fertility treatments and the first trimester whoas. Thank you for being with me through the ups and downs… and ups. I love you. To educate, entertain & inspire,

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wonderful gift ideas. Health and fitness are important throughout the year and now is the time for all of us, including me, to take it more seriously. We have profiled some wonderful doctors and other professionals to help us attain new goals of being our best. Whether it is working on our appearance, dealing with medical issues or improving overall with fitness and healthy eating; I met some wonderful people and spoke with friends of the magazine about this new phase in all of our lives. Of course, we honor our Fearless Females and Local Ladies Achievement along with dynamic women in the entertainment and broadcast industry. I am inspired by Beth Fisher’s story on Nina Austin. Why Ranch, connecting children in need with horses, is the scene of some incredible miracles. For the adventurous, Napa Valley is ready for you with great wine tastings, Pahrump is now an

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he Fertility Center of Las Vegas offers FREE seminars for new patients and for people seeking information about fertility treatments. Seminars are conducted monthly and are an opportunity for patients to speak candidly with Dr. Bruce Shapiro and Dr. Said Daneshmand, both sub-specialty board certified in reproductive endocrinology and infertility and world renowned for their research and

breakthroughs in reproductive medicine. Tour the state-of-the-art facility and meet with financial advisors. Reservations are recommended, as seating is limited. Call to RSVP at 702.254.1777 or reserve your seat online at fertilitycenterlv.com.

Dec. 17, 6 p.m.: The seminar will be held at 2769 Sunridge Heights Parkway, Suite 100, Henderson.

Dec. 13, 14, 19, 20, 21: The Nevada Ballet Theatre at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts presents “The Nutcracker” featuring a full orchestra and larger-than-life landscapes, Nevada Ballet Theatre’s has been called the most visually beautiful production ever staged in Reynolds Hall. Artistic Director James Canfield transforms the theater into a wonderland of moonlit snow and waltzing flowers as Clara and her Nutcracker Prince dance along the borderline of imagination and reality. This cherished holiday tradition speaks to the child in all of us. For more information, visit nevadaballet.org.

Dec. 13, 3 to 5 p.m.: The second-annual December to Remember holiday ornament-making event will be held in the Boneyard Park at The Neon Museum to be followed by hot chocolate and caroling by Las Vegas Academy choir from 5 to 6 p.m., during which time families will also enjoy the atmosphere of the seasonally illuminated Boneyard. This event is part of the City of Las Vegas Cultural Corridor’s holiday festival, free and open to the public; reservations are not required. Visit neonmuseum.org. 12

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Jan. 6-9: The Consumers Electronic Show produced by The Consumer Electronics Association will bring its lifestyle-focused conference programming, consumer technologies and exhibits produced in partnership with Living in Digital Times at the 2015 International CES. The 2015 CES will feature 20 category-specific marketplaces highlighting innovation across diverse product areas.

Nov. 28, 7 p.m.: Skiing expert and filmmaker Warren Miller’s, No Turning Back, will be shown at The House of Blues Las Vegas to benefit the volunteer mountain patrol at Las Vegas Ski and Snowboard Resort. The movie pays homage to the 65 years of mountain culture and adventure filmmaking. Fans can purchase tickets in advance at the House of Blues Box office. There are limited military and children’s discount tickets. For more info, visit houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/lasvegas.

The television show, “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” remains a hit after 14 years and CSI: The Experience! gives guests the chance to play the role of a crime scene investigator in an interactive hands-on challenge including three murders, 15 lab stations, 15 suspects and three killers. Guided by videos featuring cast members, alongside real-life forensic scientists, participants examine bullet casings, match DNA to potential suspects, identify the source of a single strand of hair as the investigation process is completed. Find the killer and receive an official CSI: Diploma! The attraction is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and recommended for ages 12 and older. For more information, call 702.891.7006 or visit csiexhibit.com.

Dec. 6: Santa Claus is coming for the 10th Anniversary of the Las Vegas Great Santa Run and Opportunity Village’s 60th anniversary of providing programs and services for individuals with disabilities in the Las Vegas community. Thousands of Saint Nick lookalikes will flood the streets for a 5K run and one-mile Kris Kringle Jingle walk, raising funds. The newly charted race course will begin under the glowing overhead screens of Fremont Street Experience and continue throughout downtown, passing a number of landmarks. Participants can register online as an individual racer, adult team, children or, new this year, dogs (to be kept on a leash). For more information, visit opportunityvillage.org.

Jan. 9, 2015, 10 a.m.: The 32nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Downtown Las Vegas. The grand marshals will be Brenda McKinney and Congressman Steven Horsford. The parade will start at Fourth Street, head north and end at Ogden Avenue. The parade will be aired lived on Cox Cable. For more information, visit kingweeklasvegas.com.

Jan. 1: Commitment Day 5K is an annual walk or run that Life Time Athletic hosts each year on New Year’s Day. The 10721 W Charleston Blvd. location is one of the 50 Life Time Athletic hosting the event nationwide. The Commitment Day movement was inspired by Life Time Founder and CEO Bahram Akradi as a way to unite individuals across the US and Canada each Jan. 1 as they declare their commitments to healthy eating, exercise, family, respect, giving and a healthy planet. Since its inaugural year in 2013, more than 65,000 people have participated in Commitment Day events. Visit lifetimefitness.com for more info.

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irector Kristin Hanggi and choreographer Kelly Devine for “Rock of Ages,” the resident show in The Venetian | The Palazzo in Las Vegas, demonstrate the power of women in theater. Hanggi was nominated for a 2009 Tony for Best Direction of a Musical for “Rock of Ages.” She also helmed the Toronto, Off-Broadway, Australia, national tour and developmental productions. Her other works include the hit musicals “Ann E. Wrecksick” and “Catch the Fish” (New York Fringe Best Play). Other works feature “And the Curtain Rises” (Signature Theatre); Pussycat Dolls Live at the Roxy with Gwen Stefani, Christina Aguilera and Charlize Theron; the L.A. premiere of “CorpusChristi” (Ticketholder Award); “12th Premise;” “40 Days;” “Crane, Mississippi;” “Greystone” and “Wayside.” As a film director, Hanggi is preparing “Dear Dumb Diary” for Zucker Productions and “Naomi + Ely’s No Kiss List” with Hayden Panettiere. She just finished production on her debut feature film, “Grantham & Rose.” “I knew I always wanted to be a director,” Hanggi said. “I feel it was just in me and this is what I was born to do. Ever since I was a little kid, I have been putting on shows.” As for being a woman who is also a director, she said, “Especially in musical theater, male musical directors have been at the helm such as Hal Prince and Bob Fosse.” Hanggi believes that female directors are now directing musical theater due to pioneers such as Julie Taymor. “The female directors had a vision and thrived, opening the doors for directors such as me. Broadway is a small little group so I feel blessed to have ‘Rock of Ages’ accepted and loved by people.”

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Kelly Devine Devine is an internationally recognized and award winning choreographer whose work spans film, television and live performance. On Broadway this includes “Rock of Ages;” “Rock of Ages” first national tour, London, Australia (Green Room Award, Helpman Award), Toronto (Dora Award nom.); “Jersey Boys” (Assoc. Choreographer) and “Memphis” (Assoc. Choreographer). She has worked in opera: Faust at the Metropolitan Opera House/London Coliseum. Her off-Broadway work includes “Frankenstein” and “Ann E. Wrecksick.” La Jolla Playhouse: Peter and the Starcatcher (in association with Disney Theatricals); Fat Camp, Off-Broadway, American Theater of Actors; Zhivago (Australia; Helpman Nomination) and Private Fittings. She is currently working on Broadway with “Toxic Avenger” and “Rocky.” She worked with a number of dance teachers who specialized in one specific dance style so she was trained in ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop

“I knew I always wanted to be a director ... I feel it was just in me and this is what I was born to do.” giving her a broad background in dance. It was Devine’s mother who put her in dance class when she was very young and Devine knew this is what she wanted to do. According to Devine, “There are very few working female choreographers, specifically on Broadway musicals. It is probably 30 percent women to 70 percent men.” She grew up in Los Angeles, worked with great directors and, according to Devine, focused on her craft to attain her current success. “Rock of Ages” is the timeless story of boy meets girl, boy loses girl and boy finally gets girl in 1987 Los Angeles on the Sunset Strip. “Rock of Ages” is performing at The Venetian | The Palazzo Tuesday to Sunday (dark Monday). Show times are Tuesday to Friday and Sunday at 8 p.m. with two shows on Saturday at 7 and 10 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit rockofagesvegas.com.

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Lisa Dittrich creates diversity in her art from kitties to zombies

irror, mirror on the wall, who’s the most diverse of them all? Why it’s Lisa Dittrich of course! Whether she’s drawing circus animals, zombies, Dr. Seuss-eque creatures, kitties or landscapes, Dittrich is always ready, willing and able to draw in detail anything that’s asked of her. It started in New Mexico when she was just five years old. Her father was a water colorist and art came naturally to her. By

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the time she was 7 years old, she was drawing semi-photo-realistic horses and entering school art contests, many of which she won. When she entered high school art class, her teacher and mentor, Dwayne Berg, took Dittrich under his wing and helped her to refine her alreadyadvanced skills. He taught her proportion, and most important of all to her, shading; lessons she remembers and uses to this day.

“He saw something in me and he really worked with me, helped me develop my style. He always said my work was too ‘liney’–I used too many lines in my work, so that’s something I’m always aware of, how much of my work are lines and are they distracting,” she said. In 1985 her family relocated to Las Vegas, and Dittrich resumed her artistic passions at Rancho High School. After graduating high school, she focused on her art and found a comic book store owner who wanted some ceiling tiles painted with characters. This brought her several commissioned art opportunities and she would spend the next ten years getting married and raising children in Las Vegas. After being diagnosed with a rare condition, Dittrich threw herself into her art and had a show at “222 Imperial” when Joel Spencer operated that gallery and October 2013 at Blackbird Studios. “Domestic Bondage” focused on the raw femininity of motherhood, as well as domestic chores and duties often

taken for granted by many including our own families. Controversial, edgy and bold “Domestic Bondage” delighted many women, embarrassed some men and made everyone think, even if just a little. “People were asking my wonderful husband if my paintings reflected our relationship at all and why didn’t he help out around the house more” Dittrich laughed. “What they don’t know is that Walt is great, I was only depicting ‘every woman’ because no matter how great our spouses and children are, we all feel over-burdened and vulnerable sometimes.” She recently had a Zombie Apocalypse show at a local comic book store, which was an incredible success so the few remaining pieces she has from the show are on display at The Zombie Zone on Rainbow Boulevard near Charleston Boulevard. It’s an amusing, delightful and decaying look at America’s new favorite obsession: the undead. In October in the rear gallery at Blackbird Studios, Dittrich and her friend, local

artist/lawyer Carrie Bourdeau held a show entitled “Spirited Away” which was a look at cemeteries, death, dying and the after-life. As for beyond that, Dittrich plans to continue her burgeoning art career. Local artist Peter Mengert stopped in while we were speaking with Dittrich and stated very matter-of-factly “We have yet to see anyone so unique and fascinating in the local art scene. Wait ‘til she cuts loose!” Well Peter, we couldn’t agree with you more. Dittrich has already shown us there is nothing she can’t do, few things she won’t do and we can’t wait to see what she has in store for us next. Mother, instructor, entrepreneur, graphic designer, philanthropist and writer; Jessica Kennedy, a Midwestern native, participates with several local philanthropic organizations including the Las Vegas Hospitality Association, the Clark County Artists Guild, College of Southern Nevada Foundation Gala Committee, Metro Arts Council and Blackbird Arts, Inc./Blackbird Studios.

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or many kids, the path from childhood to adulthood is not always smooth. The challenges they face vary widely, including learning differences, psychological issues and physical difficulties. At White Horse Youth Ranch, none of these issues matter. Through its programs, WHY Ranch builds confidence, encourages integrity and inspires creativity while it preserves an iconic part of American history, the horse. Its beautiful facility is a functioning ranch, complete with gentle horses and trained staff, all of whom are dedicated to helping kids become their best selves.

that can help heal broken hearts and minds with just their beautiful spirits and tranquility. Positive experience with a horse provides each youth with life-changing tools that transfer to all aspects of his or her life.”

Its equestrian program, Diamonds in the Rough, is designed to provide free horsemanship education to socially-challenged youth between the ages of five to eighteen.

“Why Ranch has helped me because I’ve learned that not everybody judges. When I am with the horses, I feel like no one will look at me differently. I’ve learned to make good and true friends at the ranch. It’s helped me with my schoolwork, through teaching me how to keep my emotions under control. I used to feel that people didn’t think I was smart enough. My dyslexia makes me a little slower but now I’m confident that I can do it,” she said about her experience at WHY Ranch.

Amy Meyer is the president and founder of WHY Ranch. She is enthusiastic about its mission and believes that being around horses and learning to care for them offers young people a perfect opportunity to build the skills they need for happiness in life. “Horses are great because they don’t know a thing about schedules, gossip, bullying, expectations or any of that,” she said. “They only perceive how a person approaches and pets, grooms, hugs or talks to them. Inherently, they are instinctive animals 20

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Hannah is a good example. She is a participant in the Diamonds in the Rough program and spoke movingly at its recent One Child gala event at the ranch. According to Hannah, she has a learning difference. Because of dyslexia, she reads and comprehends more slowly than her peers.

Hannah has learned an important lesson and she has also experienced the power of unqualified acceptance. “The horses don’t care how long it takes to read. They love me anyway

and so does everyone at WHY Ranch.” Sara is another Diamond in the Rough. This lovable and creative eight-year old has issues with speech and needed a boost to become a confident learner. Her mother explained, “The ranch gives Sara an opportunity to create her own space, where her relationship with the horse is the most important thing. She started the program a bit shy and scared. She’s developed confidence, connection and responsibility, but most importantly, she’s learned that she already has the courage to be what she wants in life.” Sara’s mom has also been impressed with how quickly her daughter overcame her fears and began to enjoy being around horses. By Sara’s second session, she was putting on her hard hat and heading into the stables without a backward glance. WHY Ranch is proud of its many success stories and proud of creating an atmosphere where such transformations are possible. “Now that we’ve found our own home, we are steadily committed to helping as many young people as possible through Diamonds in the Rough. With love, encouragement and exposure to our gentle horses, we can teach these kids to shine,” Meyer said. For more information, visit whyranch.org.

I IMAGINE TOMORROW Joy’s boundless passion and imagination guide her service to our community. As a Women’s Leadership Council member, Joy can easily envision tomorrow. By rallying other women, Joy sees a day with better outcomes for our families and children, and a stronger community of support. With an unparalleled family work ethic, Joy learned from a young age what it was like to work hard for what you want. After all, it is imagination and hard work that get results. Joy is creating a stronger foundation for southern Nevada with her head, hands and her heart. Through United Way of Southern Nevada’s members, we are changing lives. By bringing together the best and brightest, our collective power is creating a more solid community fabric. Together, person by person, we can make lasting change.

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sing their collective power to create a better and healthier southern Nevada, United Way of Southern Nevada’s Women’s Leadership Council are giving local children a medical home. Through their support, children who in many cases have no access to health care now find help and a safe haven at the Medical Clinic at Reynaldo Martinez Elementary School.

“Everybody’s so awesome here! I don’t know what I would have done without their help,” said Lillian. “Basically I would have not paid my mortgage so I could get her into the doctors.” According to Lillian the process of finding help at Martinez was seamless and easy and Leah’s doing much better.

Since the clinic did not have enough funds to reopen this year, WLC members stepped in to help fill the void for a clinic that has served many families in the past. “All the money for schools and teachers will never be enough if the children are not healthy,” said Judy Kropid, WLC Project Funding Co-Chair. For one Martinez student, the clinic provided life-changing assistance. A fifth grader who struggled with asthma, Leah is an active student but she didn’t know when her asthma would attack. Leah loves playing football and softball, but found she was struggling just to breathe. She also enjoys spending time with her little 8 year old brother Freddie at lunchtime, “That’s the only time we get to play,” explained Leah.

“She went for a follow up and she is doing well,” said Lillian. “They are ready to take her for anything that I need help with, so it’s very important to us.” Leah is a student at Reynaldo Martinez Elementary School who benefits from the Women’s Leadership Council’s support in providing her with much needed medical care.

get dizzy and it made me stop what I was doing and visit a nurse.” There were days when Leah had to miss school, because the asthma just wouldn’t go away.

When Leah had asthma attacks, her chest hurt and she couldn’t get enough air.

On the brink of being homeless, Leah’s grandmother Lillian took her in when her mother lost her job. Unfortunately Lillian did not have insurance to help Leah access the asthma medication that she so desperately needed.

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The Martinez Medical Clinic welcomed Leah

Through the WLC’s leadership and support, more than 2,500 children like Leah will receive help through the Martinez Medical Clinic. The WLC’s accomplishments and members will be celebrated during the WLC Annual Luncheon Fashion Show on Feb. 20, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas. The WLC Luncheon Fashion Show will include an exclusive DKNY pop up boutique and fashion show and Punam Mathur will serve as the event emcee. To learn more about the 2015 WLC Luncheon Fashion Show or how to become a WLC member, contact Lawrel Larsen at 702.892.2319 or lawrell@uwsn.org. WINTER 2014-15 |

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CraVe aMeriCan KitChen anD sushi bar Crave American Kitchen and Sushi Bar is part of Downtown Summerlin featuring a hip venue with patio seating to enjoy the view. Seafood is flown in fresh daily, sauces are hand-crafted based on traditional recipes and Executive Chef Stewart Woodman supports locally owned farms and businesses as well as focuses on seasonality and regionally sourced ingredients. The menu is designed to showcase new ingredients, techniques and flavors while keeping fan favorites. Its sushi selection features a variety of traditional preparations and creative specialty rolls. American cuisine includes flatbreads, soups, salads, pastas and items from the grill. Try CRAVE Burger made with certified Angus beef, smoked cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion and it signature burger sauce. The chef’s signature dish includes Lamb Meatballs with poblano cream sauce, red pepper, goat cheese and black pepper fettuccine. Crave American Kitchen and Sushi Bar Downtown Summerlin 10970 Rosemary Park Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89135 702.878.5505 cravesummerlin.com

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Carson KitChen The revitalization of Downtown continues with celebrity chef Kerry Simon’s Carson Kitchen located in the redeveloped John E. Carson Hotel, now a hub of restaurants and retail shops. The industrial décor and open kitchen with counter seating and tables in close quarters captures the feel more of downtown New York than Las Vegas. Chef Simon continues offering yummy but obscure items on the menu such as fried chicken skins served with smoked honey and bacon jam served on top of baked brie with toasted baguette slices. Choices labeled as between bread include Jerk Turkey Burger with mango chutney and slaw. Flatbreads, salads and entrees, all with Chef Simon’s unique twist, including Rabbit Ragu, Cocoa-Espresso NY Strip Steak and Black Rice & Oxtail Risotto. Desserts are just as decadent with Bourbon Fudge Brownie, Glazed Donut Bread Pudding and Not Your Father’s Twinkies. Carson Kitchen 124 S. 6th St. Las Vegas, NV 89101 702.473.9523 carsonkitchen.com

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La CaVe Wine anD FooD hiDeaWay La Cave Wine and Food Hideaway is designed as a tasting room featuring small plates with items from the sea, farm, garden, oven and grill. Open daily for lunch and dinner, its brunch served butler style is an elegant way to spend Sunday. Sunday Brunch include items such as Corn Flake crusted brioche French toast, NY style egg sandwiches, angus mini burgers, mushroom grits, baked potato loaded tater tots with brown gravy, tomato mozzarella flatbread, chef’s selection ham egg flatbread, eggs benedict with chorizo, Canadian bacon or filet, veal short rib hash and bacon with chorizo sausage cups. Other menu items are gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy free, meat free, fish free and shellfish free. One can sample a selection of 250 bottles and fifty wines by the glass along with specialty cocktails. La Cave Wine and Food Hideaway Wynn Las Vegas 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89109 702.770.7375 lacavelv.com

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Sammy’s Restaurant & Bar, part of Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill chain, is designed for family and friends to dine in a fun atmosphere. The 8,000-square-foot eatery highlights a 3,000-square-foot living room-style dining area, framed along three sides by floor-to-ceiling windows.

Celebrity Chef Tony Hu brings authentic Chinese Sze Chuan cuisine to Lao Sze Chuan. The menu offers over 200 beef, chicken, pork and seafood options, along with soups, dim sum and a hot pot special. There are also popular dishes adapted to American tastes. Signature entrees include Chicken with Three Chili and Sze Chaun Peppercorn Fish. For a spicy taste, try the Boiled Beef Tenderloin in Spicy Szechuan Sauce. For a milder entrée, there is the Crispy Shrimp with Lemon Sauce.

Silverado Steakhouse, located inside South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa, is the perfect blend of Western flair and Vintage Vegas. Guests are transported to the Wild West upon entering with hand-painted mural scenes of Cowboy culture and vintage photography lining the restaurants interior. Recommended menu items include burgundy sautéed mushrooms, seared sea scallops on baby spinach with warm bacon dressing and chipotle glazed flat-iron steak. The fan-favorite is lobster bisque with cognac, dry-aged New York strip or filet trio to satisfy meat cravings. Featuring American steakhouse cuisine, its menu features steaks, chops, fresh seafood and continental dishes.

In this location, Sammy’s offers menu selections made with local, organic and nutritionally balanced ingredients including gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian options. Entrées include oak roasted salmon filet, served on an Asian salad with edamame, cucumber and ponzu sauce; braised lamb shank with Zatar, red wine sauce and spiced lentils and seafood cioppino featuring shrimp, clams, scallops and fish filet with a seasoned tomato broth and grilled crouton. Sammy’s is known for its choices wood-fired and artisan thin crust pizzas. Signature pizzas include organic arugula and pear topped with prosciutto, gorgonzola, mozzarella and organic arugula salad tossed in balsamic basil dressing or burrata and pesto with tomatoes, burrata cheese, basil pesto and a house-made tomato sauce.

A centrally located chandelier serves as the focal point of the restaurant surrounded by high ceilings and open windows. Its interior is vibrant with a mix of colorful textiles including gold, red, metallic and purple surrounded by traditional Chinese elements. Lao Sze Chuan Palms Casino Resort 4321 W. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89103 702.942.7777 palms.com

Silverado Steakhouse South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa 9777 Las Vegas Blvd. S. Las Vegas, NV 89183 702.796.7111 southpointcasino.com

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ercadito is the name of the new Mexican restaurant in Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa as well as translated from Spanish as little market. It was given this name to reflect the variety of menu items, favors and combinations available. Brothers Patricio Sandoval, culinary director of Mercadito Hospitality and Alfredo Sandoval, CEO and partner of Mercadito Hospitality, both grew up in the restaurant industry working with their father and other family members. After opening and operating Isla at Treasure Island, the brothers wanted to return to Las Vegas and chose Summerlin with plans to expand into Green Valley. “I love Las Vegas. We would visit here all of the time and we are thrilled to open here,” Alfredo Sandoval said. “While we enjoyed our restaurant on the Strip, we know we are catering to locals now. We are very impressed with Summerlin and the surrounding areas and believe this is the best location for our restaurant. I am also impressed with Station Casinos and not only am I glad I partnered with them at Red Rock, but I look forward to partnering with them when we expand into Green Valley Ranch Station Casino.”

mango. There are three choices of ceviche. The menu features eight tacos wrapped in handmade corn masa tortillas including skirt steak, pork belly, shrimp, swordfish, mahi mahi, chicken and vegetarian.

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Chef Sandoval trained in French cuisine in New York and worked in French, Mediterranean, Mexican and American restaurants. “This is how I developed my style. I incorporated some French technique, use high quality ingredients and pay attention to the details of flavor combinations and different flavors.”

While the menu reflects culinary experiences found in Mexican markets, this is not just a typical Mexican restaurant.

As for the Las Vegas location, Chef Sandoval explained, “We did incorporate some items here that you can’t find in Chicago or New York. We added nachos to the dinner menu and Mac and Cheese Mercadito style.”

Five types of guacamole are offered including

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including a twist to Eggs Benedict. Huevos Ahogados are poached eggs on crispy corn bread squares with a chipotle hollandaise sauce. “Our brunch menu is very different and something you won’t find in many places. A little bit of Mexican American with a twist on traditional brunch items; I am very proud of what we offer,” Chef Sandoval said. Photo by Carlos Larios selections The beverage menu incorporates from all regions of Mexico incorporating different chiles and Mexican indigenous ingredients to create unique flavor combinations.

“We serve family style with a high energy,” Chef Sandoval said. “Our food is contemporary modern Mexican food along with unique flavors and textures all wrapped up in a taco, the heart of our menu. I am very passionate about our food.” Mercadito is open for lunch, dinner, late-night dining and brunch. The upscale 5,500-squarefoot restaurant with graffiti art has entrances from the parking lot and the casino with a full dining room, bar lounge and outdoor patio.

Mercadito Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa 11011 W. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89135 702.979.3609 redrock.sclv.com

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Beau Joie Brut Featuring the fresh, character of the fruit, nuts, almond biscotti, yeast residue, this brut creates a balance between fruity and acidity on the palate. The lingering finish features a nice verve and citrus zest. Beau Joie (meaning “beautiful joy”) is a blend of 60 percent pinot noir and 40 percent chardonnay. The absence of extra sugar creates a dry wine without the fruity note. $79.99

Nicolas Feuillatte Brut It features intense floral and white fruit aromas including honey suckle pear and sweet citrus. It is delicate on the palate, characterized by its impressive aromatic breadth, creamy texture, freshness and fruity extravaganza. Its color is pale yellow with silver tinges, brilliant and crystal clear revealing a ribbon of delicate bubbles. $29.99

Schramsberg Blanc De Blancs Blanc de Blancs (white from white) made from 100 percent Chardonnay sparkling wine, dry and crisp, to savor by itself or pair with sushi, savory taste or to toast during a meal. Crisp and balanced, it blends the flavors of pineapple, peach jam, brioche and vanilla with a smoky edge. $27.99

Sofia Blanc De Blancs Fruity and refreshing, Sofia Blanc de Blancs is a blend of Pinot Blanc, Muscat and Riesling. The mellow flavors of apples and pears with hint of citrus and honeysuckle are combined for a wine that is lightly textured yet vibrant. $15.99

Silver Cap Brut This sparkling brut is delicate, refined and fruity with a pale golden color. This is lighter and finer in weight and texture than champagne but with still the bubbles to cheer the holidays or the New Year. Pair with sweets or enjoy as a cocktail. $13.99

Courtage Brut Rose Fresh and fruity with aromas of strawberry, raspberry, lilac and violets, it is smooth and a perfect balance of freshness, fruit, acidity and sweetness. This is the perfect combination of flavors, red fruit aromas and baby bubbles. This pairs well with spicy Asian dishes, risotto, barbecue, beef, lamb, duck, game, chicken, prosciutto, seafood, pizza or soft cheese (like brie or goat). $15.99

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evotion Vodka is sugar-free, gluten-free and 100 percent made in America flavored vodka with flavors such as blackberry and blueberry, coconut, blood orange, wild cherry, Cosmo, tiki tea and original. According to Drew Adelman, president and founder, the name and bottle represent drive, dedication and devotion. “These words describe the exact way our team tackles all daily challenges in life. Drive, Dedication, Devotion; whether physical, spiritual or intellectual, having an unwavering commitment to any cause, big or small, represents the Devotion mentality. Never giving up on the path to achieving goals is our vision, and embodies the Devoted Drinker.” Michael Calleja is a partner, COO and vice president of sales and has been with Devotion Vodka since the company launched in 2009. His knowledge of the industry combined with his work ethic, attention to detail and demand for success are the perfect complements to Adelman, as the Devotion Vodka brand name continues to expand nationwide. Devotion Vodka is distilled six times, multifiltered from 100 percent high grade USA non-GMO Corn in a state-of-the-art distillery located in Middleton, Wis. Utilizing a unique process of deionizing water to ensure the highest quality water source, this process also implements the finest example to date of vodka blending and processing

citrus profiles for a smooth, flavorful finish. Aroma – Full bodied scents of orange and citrus notes Appearance – Exquisite pristine clarity Texture – Consistently smooth and level Palate – Well balanced levels of sweetness, bitterness & citrus profiles Finish – Smooth, flavorful and easy finish without harshness bLooD orange Crush: 2 ounces Devotion Blood Orange Squeeze of fresh lime juice 1/2 ounce triple sec Fill half of a highball glass with 7-Up Fill other half of the glass with orange juice Garnish glass with an orange slice CosMo: Devotion Vodka’s Perfect Cosmo is another first-to-market brand that is taking the vodka market by storm. This is a Cosmopolitan in a bottle at 80 proof. All you have to do is add cranberry juice. Aroma – Bouquet of orange, lemon and lime zests Appearance – Exquisite pristine clarity Texture – Consistently smooth and level Palate – Complex levels of the citrus wheel notes Finish – Refreshing and balanced with a complete flavor experience

the PerFeCt CosMo: Fill a shaker with ice. Pour Devotion Cosmo & add sugar-free cranberry juice. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a lemon twist. Enjoy a perfectly created, 80 proof Cosmopolitan every time.

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Dirty DeVotion: Pour 3 ounces of Devotion Vodka into a shaker Add a splash of olive juice Shake or stir Pour into a chilled martini glass Garnish with 3 olives

bLooD orange: Featuring a delicious blend of juicy blood oranges, Devotion’s Blood Orange vodka incorporates the distinct aromas of the Moro blood orange, combined with the sweetness and tenderness of the Tarocco and Sanguinelli blood oranges. The flavor is then topped off with the bold taste of the Kanhpur blood orange. The well-balanced orange vodka features levels of sweetness, bitterness and

angeLs & DeViLs: .75 ounce Devotion Vodka .5 ounce St Germain .25 ounce honey syrup Dash lemon juice Dash orange bitters Combine ingredients in champagne flute Top with sparkling wine Garnish with orange twist

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After the Earthquake

a QuiCK anD PositiVe resPonse to a naturaL ChaLLenge

any people have asked me how Napa Valley is doing after the Aug. 24, earthquake. Simply stated, Napa is open for business, having a fantastic wine year and invites you to come see for yourself. Now through the holidays is especially fun and festive. Napa needs visitors to experience its tasting rooms, join its wine clubs and enjoy its abundance of fine food and wines. One of the winery owners explained it very simply. Wine lost in the quake is just a loss. It can’t be recovered. People coming to experience the community, with its resorts and restaurants and retail establishments as well as its many wineries; provide needed revenue as they share in the incredible beauty that is the Napa Valley. One of the first people I spoke with is Andrew Bradley from Meritage Resort and Spa, an extraordinary four-diamond luxury resort set against a hillside vineyard in the Napa Valley. He reported that his beautiful property sustained no significant damage and added, “We just got busy right away helping others throughout the Valley. We offered discounted rates to residents and free rooms to people in the industry who had no place to stay. We matched many donations to the Red Cross and also donated $1,000 to the Napa food Bank to help with the

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to its back wall. According to proprietors Jill and Jim Brandt, the community is close-knit and very attuned to doing whatever is necessary for a fast recovery. Jill Brandt commented, “We are all essentially in the wine business, even if we technically are not. Everyone knows that we need tourism to keep our community healthy. That common goal kept things moving forward.” Jill and Jim Brandt were further impressed by the kindness and can do attitude of the valley. “People asked us, ‘Are you okay?’ ‘Can I help you clean up?’ ‘Do you need anything?’ and all this accompanied by many hugs. Our community stood so tall and it was a very proud time to be from Napa. I would love for the

Meritage Napa Valley response effort.” The resort also posted links on its website so that other concerned individuals and organizations could easily contribute to the Red Cross relief effort. As for the resort, Bradley was happy to say that not a single reservation needed to be cancelled. The Napa General Store on Main Street did have a bit of damage with broken glass and merchandise and also sustained some damage

Napa General Store

V. Sattui Windery nation to see our strength. Napa Valley really does Rock!” Laurie Rich of Falcor Winery said, “At the heart of it, Napa really is a small farming community and its downtown was closest to the quake. The quake occurred in the middle of the night so almost everyone felt it and had a story to tell. Afterwards, we all just rallied. Our winery is about a mile and a half from the epicenter but we were lucky enough to have almost no damage. I did have some sweeping up to do in the tasting room but nothing major. Overall, the official response was quick and efficient. Everyone got the help they needed and the community just worked together beautifully.” At Falcor, Rich is now in the middle of an exceptional crush and thinks this year’s wines will be outstanding. Of course, as a vintner, the crush is her favorite time of year. “It’s always gorgeous and sensuous to see the grapes come in. Everything smells so wonderful and everyone is energized and excited. For visitors, watching the whole process adds so much to their enjoyment of the wines,” she said. “And the crush is always so much fun to watch.” Tyffani Sedgwick, who works in marketing for the V. Sattui Winery, agreed. The grape harvest, she reported, has been absolutely beautiful and its quality exceptional. She observed, “Right after the quake, and I mean right after, in the very first hours, there was just a tremendous effort by the vintners, friends and neighbors to help each other out. Almost all the wineries that suffered damage were operating normally in just one or two days. It’s

We just got busy right away helping others throughout the valley. We offered discounted rates to residents and free rooms to people in the industry who had no place to stay. been heartwarming to see everyone coming together.” According to her, the only thing not quite normal right after the quake was the visitor count. She wants everyone to know that her winery, like all of Napa, is open and ready to offer the world-class wine, food and hospitality that have made the Valley famous. That’s good news for Chris Pucci as well. This talented young singer performs in many of the areas’ premier wineries and venues, including Peju Winery in Napa and the Kofman Auditorium in Alameda. His pedigree includes the Julliard School of Music and the Metropolitan Opera Young Artist Program in New York City and performances in many famous opera houses and concert halls. A versatile artist, Pucci currently is working on an innovative new genre, which combines rap orchestrations and operatic vocals, to add to the rock, jazz and pop standards already in his repertoire. “I say to everyone to come to Napa, enjoy the wines and let me perform for you!” Every single person I spoke with emphasized how happy Napa is to welcome visitors. These

VIP room at Falcor Winery

Chris Pucci are people who love what they do and love sharing their enthusiasm with other people. Their great love of terroir, the unique place that is the Napa Valley, has got to be the defining characteristic of its vintners, hospitality providers and residents. The quake had no affect whatsoever on this year’s crush or on the wine stored in bottles. Napa is as beautiful as ever and is just waiting for you to visit! For more information, visit MeritageResort. com, NapaGeneralStore.com, FalcorWines.com, vsattui.com and iampucci.com.

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ahrump, approximately 60 miles east of Las Vegas, is the perfect weekend getaway with two wineries offering wine tastings, golf and a racing experience along with accommodations, an incredible steakhouse and local entertainment. For those looking for an adrenaline rush, Spring Mountain Motor Resort and Country Club is for the hardcore racing enthusiast or novice ready to race around its track. The Ron Fellows Performance Driving School offers an all-encompassing approach to performance driving. The clubhouse features amenities such as state of the art locker rooms, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, weight room and gym. Also included is a rock climbing wall, indoor gun range, professional indoor racquetball court and outdoor basketball court. In the complex is a 40 foot tall observation deck and timing tower to view all areas of the track and facilities. The centerpiece of the Mountain Falls community is its golf course, breathtaking in its setting, facilities and course layout. Every hole, the driving and putting ranges and the parking lot has a panoramic view of Charleston Peak and the Spring Mountains. The Grill Room in the club is open to the public and fees for golfing are very reasonable all year round. Nevada may seem like a strange place to have vineyards, but there are two wineries with tastings and one with a restaurant on the property. Pahrump Valley Winery has been around 20 years with owners Bill and Gretchen Loken.

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The winery produces award-winning wines from grapes grown from its own vineyard as well as distributing other wines under its own label. Wine tastings and tours are offered and Symphony’s Restaurant designed to be an “upscale casual” restaurant named after the Loken’s gold medal winning wine of the same name. While the restaurant features white linen, stemware and china along with its wonderful wine offering, guests are encouraged to dress comfortably and dine luxuriously. The Sanders Family Winery was established in 1988 when owner Jack Sanders founded the first winery in Pahrump. The Sanders family has been growing grapes in Pahrump for nearly three decades and with their Tuscan style winery, visitors center and performing arts amphitheater. Tastings are offered along with a chance to experience real Nevada history. Pahrump Nugget Hotel and Casino, 3 Diamond AAA rated hotel, features newly remodeled guest rooms with free wireless, plasma televisions and non-smoking rooms with golf packages available. Stockman’s Steakhouse in the hotel is a classic American steakhouse with a modern twist. With a hometown feel, excellent service, beautiful presentation, an eclectic wine list and signature cocktails; the main course is USDA choice (or higher) steaks. But there is also seafood, chicken, pasta and lamb with sides and desserts. While Pahrump might be an hour’s drive, it is a world away from Las Vegas. For more info, visit pahrumpnv.org.

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Rosarito Beach A winter getaway south of the border

hile Las Vegas usually isn’t blanketed in snow with below minus temperatures, it is still wonderful to take a vacation, especially over the holiday season or to start the New Year with a fun getaway. Rosarito Beach Hotel is a Baja spa resort located Rosarito Beach is a coastal resort city in the Mexican state of Baja California located approximately 30 miles south of San Diego. The 500-room, full-service resort remains one of the most popular destination for the city’s more than 1 million visitors a year offering old world grandeur, world-class restaurants, entertainment, lodging options and activities. Its Casa Playa Spa is dedicated to pampering and nurturing hotel guests in an atmosphere of elegance and serenity. In the 1920s, people from all over the world traveled to hunt the quail, ducks, deer and mountain lions that inhabited the area. The lodge was then purchased by Manuel P. Barbachano, which began the historic journey of what is now known as the Rosarito Beach Hotel. Special guests Marilyn Monroe, Lana Turner, Joan Bennett and Kim Novak inspired the sign above the entrance that reads, “Through this door pass the most beautiful women in the world.” Having a day at the spa at the Casa Playa

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Spa completes a relaxing vacation. When it originally opened in 1925, the Rosarito Beach Hotel was considered a vacation and health destination because the sea swept air was both preservative and restorative. Early visitors appreciated the therapeutic effects of saltwater bathing and fresh ocean air. People were also drawn to the soul satisfying aesthetics the seascape provided. The hotel’s oceanfront location gave early visitors the chance to enjoy one of nature’s most inherently beautiful landscapes: sun, sand and the sea. “I enjoyed The Casa Playa Spa at Rosarito Beach Hotel,” said Tammy Grabel, publisher of Las Vegas Woman magazine. “Walking into the spa, you can feel the history in this building of the roaring 20s until now. Many celebrities enjoyed what it had to offer over the years, and now it continues to serve as a place of relaxation.” Casa Playa Spa has put together a variety of body services that can help achieve smooth and nourished skin. Natural products are used from the sea and earth. They are specially combined to restore and improve the condition of the skin as well as to detoxify and rehydrate creating an all-over body glow. The staff consists of registered and highly trained massage therapists. They are educated on how to effectively relax muscles, increase circulation and improve joint mobility using light and deep tissue techniques.

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Baja’s Gold Coast, a scenic 60 miles from south of San Diego to Ensenada, offers some of the best recreational activities. Explore the beach in an ATV or ride a horse alongside the water at sunset. Jump into a volleyball pick-up game, swim, surf, parasail or build sand castles. “We are blessed with a coast line of white sandy beaches and inland areas of natural beauty. Our goal is to enhance the resources of Rosarito Beach, both for our residents and the visitors who enjoy our wonderful city,” said Hugo Torres Chabert, president and manager of the Rosarito Beach Hotel. Golf is a main attraction in Baja with two championship clubs located on Baja´s Gold Coast. Bajamar, located just north of Ensenada boasts of 27 holes of Scottish-style links that play around and over the beautiful Pacific. The

crashing waves and volcanic rock will demand the utmost in concentration from even the best golfer. In Real Del Mar, located on the northern part of the Gold Coast, offers canyon-style golf throughout rolling hills all the while enjoying the natural beauty of the Pacific Ocean and Coronado Islands. The par 72 championship course boasts 6,400 yards of pristine course with six lakes and is a challenge for players of all levels. For surfing, Baja California is a unique piece of geography. Heavy winter swells travel from northwest to southeast daily along the entire Pacific coast of the Baja Peninsula. With the exception of Hawaii and San Francisco, the waves at Islas Todos Santos off the coast of Ensenada are said to be the biggest in the winter Pacific and the swells at Baja Malibu and Calafia are renowned for their consistency. Located just northeast of Ensenada, Guadalupe Valley offers great wine tasting. The Baja California Wine Country is blessed with some of the most ideal Mediterranean climate for grape growing and the valley is home to about 18 wineries. The Valley is home to about 18 wineries that range from to small organic winery, La Casa de Dona Lupe, to L.A. Cetto, one of the most renowned and oldest wineries in Mexico. L.A.Cetto is

one of the most important wineries in the Mexican industry; having achieved a total of 132 international awards in excellence from countries such as France, Italy, Spain, England, Canada and the United States. Almost a million lobsters are served in the Rosarito coastal area each year. “Puerto Nuevo-style” is now a world-famous synonym for the exquisite lobster offered in the local restaurants. Rosarito is justly famous as a gourmet’s paradise since it offers more than 85 quality restaurants that can satisfy just about any taste or craving. Many artists have galleries in town or in their homes Baja´s Gold Coast. Many others also work behind fruit stands, have day jobs as cooks, own bed and breakfast inns, sell real estate or operate the town’s classiest accommodations. Great art is everywhere and going gallery hopping is becoming one the most popular things for people to do in Rosarito.

Having a day at the spa at the Casa Playa Spa completes a relaxing vacation

Relax in the lounge area with a cocktail, great atmosphere and a live pianist

With beautiful weather, great service, breathtaking views and so many activities, Rosarito Beach is the perfect getaway for a winter vacation. For more information on Rosarito Beach Hotel, visit rosaritobeachhotel. com or call 866.ROSARITO (767-27486). To learn about Rosarito Beach, visit rosarito.com.

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either back to the states or to any of Compass Living’s global properties. Times are truly changing, especially for women. International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 and Vietnam recognizes women on Vietnamese Women’s Day on Oct. 20. Compass Living’s Parkview property held an event celebrating honoring the day and acknowledging the contributions of Vietnamese women in their Acacia Veranda Dining restaurant. Women around the world are acknowledged as a vital force with their care of their families along with their many contributions, including financial. For more information on its residential tourism industry and medical hospitality, contact Compass Living at info@compassliving.com or visit compassliving.com.

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ho says you can’t have it all. For Gloria Quick the challenge was finding a balance between work and family: a challenge she not only accepted but conquered. It wasn’t that Quick’s journey was prophetically guided or her path was any less fraught with the struggles everyone faces from time to time. In fact, when she found the vehicle that allowed her to reach her destination without having to compromise her priorities, it was at a time when adversity and profound loss was navigating her life. Quick is a formidable force with a kind and empathetic heart. But what makes her so inspiring is that what began as a personal journey became a convoy of success for women and men across the country. Quick (then Hale) grew up in Las Vegas and married her college sweetheart Mike. After working years in sales and marketing, Quick was laid off from her job in 2012. She found a new job but shortly after being hired, both of her parents began to experience health issues. “The hospice nurse said my father could pass away any minute,” Quick explained. She exhausted her leave at work and when faced with the choice to keep her job or be with her family, she chose her family. It was during this time that she saw a post on Facebook about Rodan + Fields, the latest business venture from the doctors who created Proactiv.

minded individuals who span the nation changing lives with this unique business model. Rodan + Fields is an award-winning, medical grade skincare line where its focus this time is aging skin and independent business ownership. “If you can change your mindset and start believing that anything is achievable, your whole life opens up to amazing new possibilities.” Quick said. In January 2015, Rodan + Fields will again change the face of skincare when they officially launch their latest proprietary anti-aging product, ACUTE CARE with state-of-the-art, patented liquid cone technology.

“I was intrigued because this was exactly what I was looking for and I quickly realized it was the opportunity of a lifetime. I have leveraged these famous If you can change your doctors’ credibility by sharing products that have made me appear ten years younger. mindset and start believing It’s social commerce at its finest which that anything is achievable, means I can run my business anytime; anywhere I have an Internet connection. And your whole life opens up to I don’t have to choose between providing for amazing new possibilities. my family and being with my family. Sadly, Quick lost both of her parents just 22 days apart. “I am so grateful that I was able to be there for them. Last February, I was with my daughter Breanna when my grandson was born. I drove my daughter Tiara to college last fall and now I’m available to pick up my stepson Kohl from school. To me, this is priceless.” It’s by sharing this message that she has grown a team of other business-

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Find glitz and glamour for the holiday season at Goodwill. All clothing and accessories modeled below were all available at Goodwill retail stores.

Roxxanne Wilwert, Goodwill Mission Services, is ready to bring in the New Year in style.

Nina Berner, Goodwill Ambassador Council Member, is stunning as she is ready to paint the town paint.

Mona Nassr, Goodwill Human Services, is ready for the holidays with her sophisticated look.

Jessica Howard gold & black dress-$19.99 Rodo gold clutch $9.99 Gold and pearl bracelet-$9.99 Faux pearl necklace-$9.99

Cache red floor evening gown-$19.99 Gold clutch-$9.99 Gold and pearl necklace and earring set-$14.99

Suri Chin for Maggy Boutique pink and black satin dress-$19.99 Silver bracelet and necklace set-$12.99 Bebe Rhinestone studded clutch-$19.99

LaQuana Haney, Goodwill Hospitality Program Graduate, was recently hired at Silver Sevens Casino. She is ready to celebrate!

Shana Emily Dahan, is an insurance broker, local blogger and Goodwill supporter who puts together a stunning holiday look.

Elaine Schwartz, Southwest Gas, supported Goodwill via Southwest Gas â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fuel for Lifeâ&#x20AC;? donation program with her holiday look.

Black sequin detail evening gown-$19.99 Antonia Melani silver rhinestoneheels-$14.99, Cubic Zirconia drop earrings-$7.99 Vintage rhinestone bracelet-$5.99 Jessica McClintock black clutch-$4.99, Rhinestone three stone drop necklace-$12.99

Vintage gold dress-$19.99 Vintage faux shearling and fur jacket-$24.99 Bangle bracelets-$3.99, Pearl studs, $5.99 Black clutch-$9.99

Max and Cleo black dress-$19.99 Black and gold necklace-$9.99 Gold drop earrings-$5.99 Bracelet-$3.99

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2015… A NEW YEAR, A NEW YOU AND AN UPDATED WARDROBE

It is a New Year, New You when it comes to looking your best professionally as well as hanging out with friends and spending time with that special someone. Goodwill offers clothes and accessories that show the world that you are beautiful and looking forward to 2015.

Elaine Schwartz models an updated business look for A New You, A New Year. Preston & York houndstooth pencil skirt-$7.99 Ann Taylor Loft long sleeve black tee shirt-$5.99 Ann Taylor Loft cropped red jacket-$19.99 Faux pearl necklace-$9.99

Roxxanne Wilwert is ready for work with her new professional look. New York and Company purple pencil skirt-$14.99 Ann Taylor sleeveless blouse-$9.99 Liz Claiborne cream cardigan-$14.99 Faux Pearl necklace-$9.99

Going out with friends, Nina Berner can dress up or dress down this outfit.

Getting ready for 2015, Mona Nassr shows off her new look.

Guess by Marciano sequin sleeveless top-$12.99 White House Black Market white cords-$14.99 Max Edition faux leather motorcycle jacket-$24.99 Rhinestone cuff bracelet-$1.99 Black and brown bead necklace-$9.99 Nine West faux python heels-$9.99

Cache leopard sleeveless tank-$9.99 Franco Sarto black tall boots-$14.99 Michael Kors black jeans-$19.99 Faux fur and leather motorcycle jacket-$24.99 ChainlLink necklace-$12.99 Red faux leather quilted clutch-$9.99

After work, LaQuana Haney is ready to go out with her new look for 2015. Gold satin tank top-$9.99 Red silitary inspired cropped jacket-$9.99 Liz Claiborne white jeans-$14.99 Fedora style hat-$9.99”

Shana Emily Dahan has fun in this outfit and it shows! Plaid pleated skirt-$7.99 Kenneth Cole long necklace-$14.99 Wilson’s Leather Suede fringe jacket-$19.99 Vintage Dooney and Burke leather purse-$24.99 Gold earrings-$5.99 Vintage brown leather handbag-$8.99

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ocally owned and operated, Alligator Soup has been serving the Las Vegas Valley for over 30 years offering the largest selection of custom invitations, announcements and stationery in Nevada. The store also carries unique and one-of-a-kind gift items and home décor. “The wedding industry is still our first love,” Helen Edell, co-owner said. “After all, the invitation sets the tone of the wedding. It allows us to be part of a very special event in a couple’s life. What a privilege that is. Today’s bride has many more choices than ever before in selecting their invitations. Depending on budget, a couple can choose from thermography, engraved, digital or letterpress from one of our 50 books or a custom design created by the Alligator Soup team. Pocket invitations have become very popular but we are seeing a movement back to a more traditional look with edginess to it.” Calligraphy services are also available from addressing envelope to writing out place cards. Stationery and invitations include both boxed and personalized featuring such brands as Crane & Co. (the company that provides the paper for US currency), William Arthur, Arlene Segal, Sugar Paper, Smock and Elum. For parties or weddings, napkins, place cards and other personalized items are also available. Alligator Soup gifts feature a selection of teapots, jewelry boxes, clocks, home office, books, journals, frames, pillows and a host of personalized gifts. Home décor items include candles, diffusers, body lotions, soaps and table

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top from such vendors as Thymes, Voluspa, Nest Fragrances, Michael Aram, Maple Leaf, Beatriz Ball and Simon Pearce. Alligator Soup offers a line of inspirational products by Kelly Rae Roberts, as well as humorous box signs and novel items such as the Dammit Doll. For children, talking animals, puzzles, journals and scented pencils have been a big hit. According to Edell, greeting cards are making a comeback. Alligator Soup carries a wide variety of handmade and unique cards by Constance Kay and Papyrus. Also available are comedic inspired Frank and Funny cards, inspirational cards from Quotables and year of your birth cards and DVDs. Alligator Soup is one of the last, small, independent stores that carries a variety of pens in all price ranges. They make great groomsmen and bridesmaids gifts as well as for corporate and personal gift giving. Featured brands are Cross, Acme, Lamy, Retro 51 and locally manufactured Fisher’s Space Pens. Edell and Sharon Carelli opened the first Alligator Soup in 1982 and moved to its present location at 9350 W. Sahara Ave. in the Village Square shopping center in 1999. The name Alligator Soup was inspired by a Canadian children’s book of whimsical poetry, “Alligator Pie,” written by a Canadian author similar to Dr. Seuss. “Alligator Pie” is also the name of one of the poems and Alligator Soup is the second stanza of the poem. Also, as Edell explained, “Alligator Soup is a whimsical name that puts us at the beginning of the Yellow

Alligator Soup co-owner Helen Edell

Pages telephone directory because of the letter A and like a pot of soup; we can change the ingredients with the times.” The business was started because “we saw a need and we filled a niche,” Edell explained. “When Sharon and I first met, we discovered a mutual love for stationery. Out of that grew the desire to open a store for fine stationery and gifts for both adults and children.” Over the years, Alligator Soup has served celebrities from the comedic world, magicians, singers, entertainers and actors. Female-owned Alligator Soup and their staff really care about their clients, and as a result, they often become part of the Alligator Soup family. For more information, visit alligatorsoup.com.

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W Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa celebrates 15 years of success in 2014, along with Rampart Casino, with its “15 Years of Fun” campaign. The Las Vegas resort includes a full-service spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, 33 meetings rooms with 100,000 square feet of flexible space, 10 restaurants serving American, Italian, Japanese and Mediterranean cuisines and the onsite Rampart Casino. On Oct. 10, General Manager Mike Gaughan Jr. hosted a champagne toast and cake-cutting ceremony in the casino for fans. Renovations began by adding to the casino’s entertainment lineup, Bonkerz Comedy Club in Edge Lounge debuted in February. Since opening, the venue has hosted numerous soldout acts such as “America’s Got Talent” finalist Grandma Lee. Bonkerz offers shows with a fully stocked bar each Thursday. The Valencia Ballroom completed renovations in February with updated wall coverings and carpeting. The 12,320-square-foot circular ballroom with a 30-foot vaulted ceiling, Mediterranean décor, floor-to-ceiling arched windows and scenic outdoor space has an expansive terrace for up to 1,000 people featuring views of Red Rock Canyon and the Las Vegas Strip. The resort upgraded its poolside cabanas, which debuted in March. Enhancements include new furniture, flat-screen TVs, telephone, refrigerator, bottled water and a safe for valuables as well as amenities like food and beverage service from Waterside Café, guest towels and personal attendants. 60

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Rampart Casino’s Bingo Room opened its doors in April. Each day, it offers six one-hour sessions of bingo. The 300-seat gaming facility is complete with top-of-the-line technology by FortuNet Inc. BingoStar, complimentary drink service and a non-smoking section. The casino continued its enhancements in September by expanding its Summerlin Room Lounge to include a full buffet and an upgraded bar. The Summerlin Room is a secluded area for Summerlin and Summerlin Elite-level players only, featuring a fully-stocked bar, high-limit gaming and cocktail service. The property’s restaurants also received a refresh throughout the year. In May, the Tepanyaki destination Shizen added flair to its menu including gluten and carbohydrate free noodle bowls and all-you-can-eat Sushi Sundays. Rampart Buffet and Promenade Café updated their décor in September. The Promenade Café added more breakfast items

and entrées such as chicken and waffles and macaroni and cheese. J.C. Wooloughan’s Irish Pub transformed into J.C. Irish Sports Pub. The pub has catered to its sports fans by adding new televisions, a special sports menu and a gaming section to the bar in October. The resort’s Spa Tower updates began in June. The enhancements include a refreshed Spa Tower lobby, new bedding and headboards, improved artwork, restrooms complete with rainfall showers and Jacuzzis and new carpet. The Palms Tower hotel rooms are slated to complete renovations in 2015. The Las Vegas resort is accessible to Las Vegas Speedway, TPC Las Vegas and a number of other golf courses. JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa features 548 guest rooms and suites set amid 54 acres of gardens. For information, visit marriott.com/LASJW and rampartcasino.com.

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ost people remember when they were part of a wedding party even though they might not see those people again. Even in 2014, many people remember where they were the day President John F. Kennedy was assassinated.

Then there is Las Vegas Woman magazine account executive Kay Kolbo’s mother and the author/former secret serviceman Clint Hill who were reunited after 66 years. On June 13, 1948, Marian Kolbo (nee Opitz), then age 24, was the best friend of the bride and Hill, then age 15, was the usher and groomsman and both stood up at the wedding of Kenneth and Beulah Hill. The two would be forever connected by the ceremony and a photograph. Another famous photograph shows Hill as

Former secret serviceman Clint Hill

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the secret service agent who jumped on the presidential motorcade to shield First Lady Jackie Kennedy, moments after the President had been shot. Hill is the last surviving passenger of the presidential limousine. He wrote the New York Times bestselling “Mrs. Kennedy and Me,” and has written another book, “Five Days in November,” about the five tragic days surrounding JFK’s assassination, published for the 50th anniversary of Kennedy’s death on Nov, 22, 1963. North Dakota native Hill was attending Norsk Høstfest, North America’s largest Scandinavian festival, in Minot, N.D. to discuss his book. Kay Kolbo traveled with her 91-year-old mother to see Hill and reunite the two. “It was very nice to see her again. I only met her the one time before,” Hill said. “Although I did not know her well, it was great to meet her again and spend time with her. It is always so nice to see people you met in the past, especially years ago. We had some memories in common and it was a wonderful experience.” The book, “Five Days in November” covers the time period from Nov. 21, 1963 to Nov. 25, 1963 beginning with President and Mrs. Kennedy leaving the White House to travel to Texas. He covers the Kennedy’s trip to San Antonio, Houston and Ft. Worth before leaving for Dallas. As well as writing the actual events of the assassination, Hill then explores what happened afterwards when the body was returned to Washington, D.C.; the autopsy and

Former secret serviceman Clint Hill with Jackie Kennedy

returning the body to the White House. He also escorted Mrs. Kennedy to the Oval Office to retrieve the president’s personal items and the trip to the capital so the body can be placed in state as well as the funeral. Between tragedy and triumph, two people who were joined by attending a wedding ceremony were able to spend another moment together to add to their memories. Weddings not only join people in holy matrimony but also those who are there to celebrate this joyous occasion.

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High Flyin' entertainment giVing baCK to the CoMMunity BY DEBBIE HALL

igh Flyin’ Entertainment with founder Michael Susara, better known as High Flyin’ Mike, has been the big “part” of party in Las Vegas. A full-fledged entertainment company providing mobile DJ and interactive MC services, videography, video booths, photography, photo booths and lighting; it has been a family operated business since it started in Chicago in 1986.

High Flyin’ founder Michael Susara; Photo by Steven Joseph Photography

High Flyin’ Entertainment is about service and is there with the client from start to finish. At the first meeting, the staff of High Flyin’ Entertainment gets to know their clients as well as a feel for their expectations of the event. High Flyin’ Mike knows that a well planned event is a successful event.

With its great success in Southern Nevada, High Flyin’ Entertainment gives back to the community. “Recently we participated with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Southern Nevada, ALS of Nevada and Child Focus. Giving back is a very important for any business. The community needs to know that the business that is successful in its community also cares about its community. We want to support great causes will help others in need,” Susara said. High Flyin’ Entertainment has done it all, from Bar Mitzvahs and Quinceañeras to birthday and corporate parties. High Flyin’ Entertainment takes special pride in providing entertainment for weddings and receptions. For more information about High Flyin’ Entertainment, visit highflyin.com.

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raun Productions merges theater and aerial arts with design, technology and innovation with a vision for events that leave audiences speechless and amazed. With celebrity clients such as Brittany Spears, Katy Perry, Cher, Celine Dion and Lady GaGa; one might think Braun Productions only creates spectacular entertainment events. But they are also experts in designing and implementing unbelievable weddings and receptions. The goal is to produce a special unexpected moment that is not only different and unique but something that no one else has ever seen before. Braun Productions can create unique wedding performances that guests

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will talk about for years to come. Designed and performed by top seasoned aerialists, the masterpiece of surrealism and theatrical romance in the timeless moment will wow all in attendance. Steven Diamond, director of operations and business development, brings 30 years of international performing experience as one of the top illusionists in the world performing in over 80 countries. He is a speaker, author and inspirational leader as well. In addition to his impressive list of achievements, Diamond has designed theatrical effects and illusions for numerous celebrities, shows and weddings/ receptions. In fact, it was Braun Productions that designed the scene where Spears flies around the stage in her hit show at Planet Hollywood, “Brittany: A Piece of Me.” As Diamond explained, “One design idea we have is to provide a piece of equipment that looks like a beautiful flower basket high up in the air. Then at some point, the décor becomes a major part of the event. A stunningly beautiful woman in a gorgeous gown and a man in a beautiful tuxedo would come and perform an adagio type routine which would just wow the guests. This is something I don’t see being done in Las Vegas and we offer it as just one example of what we can do. It is something completely new and this is just one idea.” Braun Productions was recently involved with

a wedding at Encore at Wynn Las Vegas which was estimated to cost over 1 million dollars. “We performed an amazing adagio aerial act using our diamond ring prop. The wedding and reception was huge with over 30 dancers with a production value as a well-produced show instead of just a wedding and reception.” According to Diamond, “When talking to wedding planners, we are discovering that weddings are becoming less and less traditional and people are looking for more unique ideas to do at their weddings that no one has ever seen. Couples want surprises and they want a moment that creates wonder. We picked up on that trend and are offering wedding planners a new direction to go in. Wedding planners are looking for exciting new things to offer their clients and we can do it.” Braun Productions’ team includes accomplished architects, planners, designers, visionaries, writers, creative directors, project managers, lighting designers, sound designers, graphic designers, expert riggers, aerial and flying engineers. Braun Production’s awardwinning design work is not limited to angel wings or flying rigs. Recent projects encompass a wide variety of themed experiences that extend into hotels, retail stores, world famous night clubs, cruise ships and casinos. For an over the top wedding and reception or other fabulous event, visit braunproductions.com. WINTER 2014-15 |

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Pen Play Gift ideas for moms and children, start the New Year right

BY JENNIFER FLORENDO

“The Little Girl Who Lost Her Name” and “The Little Boy Who Lost His Name” Explore the alphabet while reading a custom, personalize story to your child. Each book takes your child on a journey to find the letters of their name while meeting several exciting characters along the way. Each book is customized, printed on environmentally friendly paper and hand bound. $27.99, lostmy.name

The Make Mama Happy Survival Kit This new mama survival kit includes all the must-haves for a pain-free pregnancy: Shake That Ache!, eaZZZe The Pain!, Move It Along!, and Tame The Flame! to help with all maladies from headaches and heartburn to constipation and sleeplessness. $39.99

Diono Rainier Safe travels this holiday season with the Diono Rainier car seat. This sleek seat provides enhanced side-impact protection, extended rear-facing, 5-point harness mode and the SuperLATCH system for an easy install. Available in several color choices, $359.99

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The Mom Box The perfect gift that keeps giving to new moms: a monthly subscription box that delivers healthy, natural and organic products. Three varieties cater to moms of all stages: the Pregnancy Box, the Mom & Baby Box, the Mom Discovery Box deliver five to nine large sample size or full-size products to mom or the mom-tobe. $24, ecocentricmom.com

Avery & Ethan Gift giving should be personal, so why not give a personalized gift to the young one in your life? Our suggestions? The flower patch plate, a lunch box, tote or towel. All products are BPA-free, phthalate-free, leadfree and 100 percent dishwasher safe. Visit averyandethan.com to pick out your favorite.

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Caring for your

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udrat R. Nauman, MD, specializing in pediatrics, can describe her philosophy with a quote by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, “The soul is healed by being with children”

sick visits, sports and school physicals and mental health concerns like ADHD. She is part of a small boutique practice where the medical staff all truly gets to know their patients and become a part of their life.

“I believe there is a lot of truth to that. It is the highlight of my day when I’m surrounded by children. Their innocence and honesty is my motivation to go into pediatrics,” she said.

Caring for children, Dr. Nauman reminds all parents that the New Year always comes in the midst of winter season which brings its own plethora of viruses and safety issues. Dr. Nauman offers the following tips to keep your children healthy and safe. • Even in Las Vegas, during the winter months have them dress warmly and use hats and gloves if necessary.

Dr. Nauman is a board certified pediatrician caring for both children and adolescents from newborns to age 18. Her practice offers regular wellness checks, immunizations, newborn circumcision, nutritional, developmental and growth assessments, adolescent medicine,

• If you or your child is sick, stay home and keep them home. Do not share utensils or drinks or personal items like toothbrushes or towels. • Teach them (and show them) how to maintain good personal hygiene techniques like washing hand often with soap and warm water for 20 seconds or using alcohol based hand rubs. • Teach children to cover a cough with a tissue or elbow. • Clean and disinfect toys and contaminated surfaces daily. • Make certain children (and you) get plenty of sleep, load up on ﬂuids especially water and eat nutritious food.

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Above all, get children (and yourself) vaccinated with all the recommended

vaccines especially the flu vaccine which is the single best way to prevent the dreaded influenza disease. Every parent should screen their child for respiratory illness during the winter months and seek medical help for any symptoms like persistent cough, sore throat, fever, wheezing, shortness of breath, sweating, weight loss, sores in mouth and rashes. Dr. Nauman became a pediatrician because, “I would not be lying entirely if I said I always had the fire in me to serve humanity and what better way to do that than to become a doctor? There is no better feeling than to see your little patients bounce back to health and out of the clinic happy and grateful, to see them grow up from a newborn baby to walking, to their first day at school, playing sports and finally graduating.” Dr. Nauman has two hospital affiliations, treats a variety of conditions and performs a number a procedures. Advanced Pediatrics accepts most insurance and offers a Concierge Program on a membership basis. The benefits of becoming a concierge member includes same day or next day appointments, minimal or no wait time, 24-hour ability to send a secured email to the doctor, appointment scheduling process using either direct email or telephone, online access to some of the child’s medical records, prenatal visits and discussions about what to expect after delivery. For more information about Dr. Nauman and Advanced Pediatrics, call 702.750.1230 or visit advancedpediatricslv.com.

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Ninaaustin Living an extraordinary life helping others

BY BETH FISHER, NEWS ANCHOR FOR KTNV CHANNEL 13 “TOGETHER MAKING LAS VEGAS A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE”

t’s time to send in my article for Las Vegas Woman magazine. For me that means pouring over notes, stories, thoughts and try TRY to narrow down one person/subject/ nonprofit/theme for this edition. Does it have to be just one? Yes. Debbie Hall, our Editor-in-Chief won’t give me any more pages. There are just so many people I want to say something about. Good people. Worthy people. People like Nina Austin.

mental health licensing—let me be blunt. We require a bit more hoop jumping than most states. (Actually a lot, but the Nevada legislature is set to look at that in 2015.) Well, 2015 doesn’t do Nina much good. She’s here with three boys to raise. Did I mention she’s a single mom? And she gets a bomb dropped on her: Nevada requires an extra quarter as an intern and Nina is no longer eligible for financial aid. She’s tapped out.

You see, I love writing about ordinary people who live extraordinary lives. That’s Nina. Every day she spends hours counseling hurting Las Vegans. You’ll find her at H.O.P.E. Counseling Services. Most of HOPE’s clients are victims of trauma— victims of emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. These folks have been through hell and they trust Nina to help them find their way out. She’s exactly the type of mental health counselor we need in Las Vegas. Did I mention she does this for free?

So Nina—who spends her life helping others find solutions—came up with a solution of her own. Ask for help. She started a GoFundMe account to raise $2,000. The money covers her final semester and internship (which she’s now completed). H.O.P.E. wants to hire her—they tell me she’s amazing with clients. But until Nina can pay her college tuition, she can’t get her transcripts, diploma and, ultimately, her license.

Here’s where Nina’s story gets interesting. Just when she thought she’d completed her course work for her master’s degree, she moved to Nevada. If you’re not up to speed on our state’s

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I spent some time with Nina recently. I met her two youngest sons (her oldest is in the military). I saw a woman who is doing her part. She’s not asking for a hand out. She’s completed her master’s degree while working full time and

raising her boys. She did this by herself. But Nina shouldn’t be by herself any more. She’s helping our community’s hurting, vulnerable victims. Shouldn’t our community help her too? Like many of you, I get GoFundMe emails every day. I can’t donate to all of them. But this one is different. This woman is different. Our community needs her. She’s not fundraising for a new car or potato salad. She’s fundraising for her education. So that SHE can serve US. I am humbly asking that you prayerfully consider supporting Nina. You can find her at gofundme.com Just enter Nina Austin in the search bar. For more information on H.O.P.E., visit hopecounselingservices.net.

Beth Fisher anchors Good Morning Las Vegas weekdays from 5-7am. She also reports on the people and places that are Positively Las Vegas. She’d love to hear from you at bfisher@ktnv.com

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Artistic designed luxury eyewear will update your image BY DR. CYNTHIA PAYNE

rendsetter Eyewear showcases several luxury artistic eyewear collections designed for the very confident, sexy woman who knows and owns her unique sense of style. They are targeted toward an appreciation for the best quality and distinctive designs. These collections are not designed to be like what everyone else is wearing but instead have a timeless style as works of art or as jewelry for the eyes and face. A luxury eyeglass frame embodies the highest quality of materials, craftsmanship and design. The best quality materials look newer longer, stay in adjustment better, have stronger hinges and have an intangible feel to them when worn. Master craftsmen create the frame using advanced technology combined with hand applied skills. A great designer has a special inspiration and a great understanding of facial anatomy to create a unique wearable style. These are some selected designers from Trendsetter Eyewear: Tom Ford eyeglass frame designs are inspired by designs of the past and devoted to modern, feminine glamour. An average of 75 master craftsman hands work on a Tom Ford frame in Italy by the time the frame is complete. We at Trendsetter Eyewear frequently hear a client comment on how comfortable the Tom Ford eyeglasses and sunglasses frames are and how well they fit their face. Mr. Ford approves each design and color himself. He is permitting only 2,000 authorized retailers in the United States. Ziggy eyeglasses are designed by artist Cendrine O. from Canada. Ziggy eyeglass frames are designed for women who appreciate design details, want to be different and enhance their face with an artistic frame. Ziggy eyewear

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is fun, ornate, and whimsical. Many of the colors applied to the Ziggy frames are hand applied and must cure for six weeks between applications. Ziggy frames are limited in production and in distribution. David Yurman eyeglasses are extensions of the jewelry makers branded designs. The design intention for this brand is to create eyewear with exquisite forms and enduring beauty. The materials used for David Yurman frames include 18K to 22K gold, sterling silver, semi-precious stones and exclusive gem-inspired colors in handmade Italian acetate. All of the jewelry elements on the eyeglass frames are created in the David Yurman workshop to maintain the brand standards of elegance and quality craftsmanship. Lafont eyewear is a family owned brand that encompasses four generations of the Lafont family. This eyeglass brand was established in Paris, France in 1923. The designs for these frames are inspired by the elegance and luxury of the Parisian lifestyle. The Lafont frame is crafted using a high level of technical knowledge and the highest quality of materials.

Lafont frames are described as artistic and fun. They are distinctive for their shapes and color combinations. Lafont seeks exclusive colors to use on their eyeglass frames and currently 70 percent of the colors used on their frames are exclusive. Face a Face eyewear is the newest addition to Trendsetter Eyewearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collection of luxury eyeglasses. These French designed frames are inspired by modern art and contemporary design and created to be fabulous fun pieces of art for the eyes and face. The Bocca collection of Face a Face has unique temples designed as a leg dressed with socks or stockings, and a boot or shoe on the end piece. These styles are very sexy and feminine and definitely a conversation starter. Face a Face eyeglasses have a unique color range and are created with the highest quality materials and craftsmanship. Tom Ford, Ziggy, David Yurman, Lafont, and Face a Face are just a few examples of high quality, luxury eyewear. Trendsetter Eyewear offers a varied, unique selection of these artistic, luxury brands. For more info, visit trendsettereyewear.com.

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Start a gooD bag habit BY SHERRY SWENSK

ou’ve no doubt heard about California’s recent statewide ban on flimsy, thin plastic grocery bags. While more than 100 cities in 18 states and the District of Columbia have similar measures, it may be a while before Nevada jumps on the plastic ban bandwagon. But that doesn’t mean you can’t take the initiative to B.Y.O.B. (bring your own bags) when you head out to shop. In fact, chic reusable carryalls are making quite a fashion statement.

stores. Thirty-One’s key to success is its home party approach catering to the bag habit in all of us. Their crazy, cute canvas and polyester totes and cinch sacs appeal to most every most environmentally conscious goddess on the planet. And they’re irresistibly affordable.

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If you need some incentive, consider this: The average plastic grocery bag has a working lifespan of about 20 minutes. Just twenty minutes from the time your groceries are bagged at the store to being unloaded in your kitchen. Then, most of them go right in the garbage. And because the filmy crepe-thin sacks are made from petroleum, they can take hundreds of years to break down while stuffed in the landfill, littering the landscape, or floating in the ocean. They often get eaten by wildlife and seabirds with animals paying the ultimate price for our convenience. As awareness of the problem has grown, so have the number of stylish reusable alternatives out there to help keep you planet friendly and fashionable. No one will dare call you a bag lady when you’re carrying Baggu! (baggu.com). These lightweight, durable bags come in an array of sizes, styles, colors and materials. Their basic best-seller is a perfectly-sized nylon tote that can easily hold two or three plastic grocery bags worth of goods. They’re machine washable,

come in umpteen thousand (okay, dozens) of bright colors—both solids and prints—and sell for a very reasonable $9. And they fold up to a small, flat 5 inches by 5 inches square you can throw in your purse or briefcase to keep with you in any shopping emergency. Now that’s convenient. Another fashion-forward tote-around company is Toss. This San Francisco-based company has been pitching their sexy, chic eco bags into the marketplace since 2007. Their totes, caddies and clutches can even be monogrammed with quality embroidery or stick-on initial patches, and make great gifts for gal pals who are trying to stay ahead of the planet-friendly fashion curve. If you’re looking to wrap up reusable bags as gifts, you’ll move to the top of the BFF list with Envirosax and Thirty-One. Both are great choices for unique, fashionable and even personalized pouches. You can find both online, but not in

Envirosax totes boast some of the brightest and boldest patterns I’ve seen for just about $10; they’re really beautiful. And they roll up in a snap, literally, to easily pop in your purse or center console of your car. I love their 5-bag collections that make terrific gifts, when one just doesn’t seem enough. But if you’d rather make a fashion understatement while walking the grocery aisles, this company also produces an Organic Series, with bags made from natural materials including linen, bamboo and fine grade hemp for the same price. Probably the biggest roadblock in reaching perfect B.Y.O.B. status is remembering to bring your own bags to the store with you. While we’re not under the pressure of being charged for store sacks yet, like California and some other states, it could come someday. So start opting out of wasteful plastic, and get a good reusable bag habit going now.

Sherry Swensk produces the daily segment “Living Green for Las Vegas” for 8 News Now. Read her blog at green.lasvegasnow.com. Stay up to date with Sherry on Facebook and Twitter Facebook.com/SherrySwensk and @SherrySwensk

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eing a food and beverage manager is hard work and quite honestly, exhausting!” said Viera Hill. When she and her husband decided to start a family, Hill knew that continuing her 12-year career of long hours and all of the stress just weren’t going to allow her to be the caregiver she wanted to be for their children. She and her husband agreed that she would stay home so that she could hear those first words and see those first steps. “After working so hard for so long and achieving a level of success, though I don’t regret it in the least, it really was a tough decision,” Hill explained. After a couple of years, Hill began working part-time with Moms Making Six Figures to supplement her family’s income. Hill first heard about “Moms” when she saw an advertisement in Las Vegas Woman magazine. “My daughter had just turned 2 and I felt it was time to get back into the workforce. But I felt torn. When I saw the article about Moms, I was extremely intrigued. I wanted flexibility AND income, but those things don’t usually go hand-inhand,” said Hill. Having nothing to lose, she submitted a request for information, not really knowing what to expect. “What I found was simple; a group of like-minded moms. We were all ready and willing to work, and quite capable of doing great things in business. We just needed to be able to do our work around our schedules, not someone else’s,” continued Hill. There are a lot of women like Hill. For example, Dr. Barbara Ryan is a former trauma surgeon who wanted to spend more time with her husband when he’s home from deployment. Cindy Posa owned a childcare business, but closed it when the economy tanked. Angie Gange is a former mortgage broker who wanted to help send her three teenage sons to college. Michelle Martin is a former IT executive who transitioned away from that life so she could be there more for her five children.

Moms Making Six Figures can best be described as a marketing organization representing one primary company. Through Moms, interested women will meet with a mentor to learn more about the specifics of the business. A typical workweek can range from 30-35 hours and is usually planned around kids’ school and after-school activities. “I love that I don’t carry inventory and there’s no risk. There’s no income ceiling either, so I just need to be self-motivated and have a desire to succeed. And I love the women with whom I work; the diversity of their personal and professional backgrounds is just wonderful!” shared Hill. To learn more about the company, visit momsmakingsixfigures.com.

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Dr. Tiger Devore reaDy to ansWer your seX anD reLationshiP Questions

Las Vegas Woman Magazine’s new sex and relationship expert will help you start the New Year right!

veryone has questions about relationships, sex, gender issues and just how to navigate living in 2015. Dr. Tiger Devore, known as Dr. Tiger, has many titles after his name including clinical psychologist, AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, media expert on sex and relationships and member of SAG/AFTRA. But most important, he is a person who cares with over 25 years of practice and expertise working with women and their specific issues. He wants everyone to understand that healthy people and couples experience problems in daily living or just dissatisfaction with quality of life. This includes going through transitions as they age, changing jobs, entering or leaving a relationship, going through separation or divorce, death of a partner and approaching dating after a loss. Dr. Tiger is an activist and advocate for the rights of people disabled by HIV as well as a range of people who are considered to be sexually different from the mainstream for the last 30 years. Dr. Tiger wants to reach out and help. He would agree that asking for advice is not a sign or weakness or being unhealthy. In fact, it demonstrates a proactive approach to life.

According to Dr. Tiger, many people tend to get lazy after marriage, especially when it comes to sexuality. They ignore the changes in their bodies. Regardless of one’s status, it is important to always know your own body and appreciate it. There are other life changing events and help is needed to adjust after cancer or other illness, mastectomy or becoming disabled or disfigured. Whether a person has gone through a breakup, divorce, disease, accident or death; it is okay to ask questions and gain new understanding and knowledge. Dr. Tiger is here to help. He has worked sex research clinics at both the Johns Hopkins Hospital Medical School and the Human Sexuality Program at University of California Los Angeles, wrote a sex education program that was adopted by counseling center and health center staffs at the university and college level nationally, worked for NIH as a crisis counselor at their AIDS treatment and evaluation center at UCLA, worked with incarcerated sex offenders and has been an expert witness in court. Currently he works with the Clark County School District, state legislature and various communities to implement programs for people who might not otherwise have access to services and help needed.

As women age, they change. I want to help them understand how to present themselves ...

“I want the readers of Las Vegas Woman magazine to know that it is not just about sex and relationships but also sex and aging, sex and marriage or long term relationships. I want help those going through a divorce and then dating again and how to make sense of your life when you haven’t been in the dating pool for 15 or 20 years,” he said. “As women age, they change. I want to help them understand how to present themselves, not only to partners but understand their own bodies again.”

He has appeared on television as a sex and relationship expert on the “Today,” “Oprah” and “Dr. OZ” as well as the Discovery Channel, PBS, National Geographic television, New Zealand State television, the Oprah Winfrey Network, TLC and BBC. As Dr. Tiger states, “I love my work, and love seeing the people I work with live well.”

With his expertise and compassion, Las Vegas Woman magazine is proud to announce that beginning in the Spring 2015 issue, Dr. Tiger will be as a regular columnist sex and relationship expert answering your questions. He will also answer questions about chronic illness, breast cancer, plastic surgery and other concerns affecting women physically. Email your questions to “Ask Dr. Tiger” to info@lvwomanmagazine. com to Ask Dr. Tiger questions. Privacy will be maintained.

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Symmetry

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Continuing to help keep women strong, fit and healthy BY DEBBIE HALL

t began in 1997 when certified Pilates’ instructor Candice Joseph opened Las Vegas’ first independent Pilates studio and named it Symmetry In Motion. Two of her clients, Tania Molina and Antoinette Modrok, enjoyed learning Pilates at her studio so much that they each took the necessary training and credentials to become certified Pilates’ instructors. The studio was eventually closed but the three remained friends. Earlier this year, Molina and Modrok decided to open their own Pilates studio and named it Symmetry In Motion in honor of their friend. Molina is a certified Pilates instructor and certified holistic health coach. A former dancer and dance fitness trainer, Molina also holds an associate’s in arts degree in dance. Molina opened Body & Soul Pilates and for four years ran a successful, boutique-style studio. Molina takes a holistic approach to health, wellness, nutrition and fitness. Through her private holistic health coaching practice, Living True Health

along with Symmetry In Motion, she is able to offer clients a complete approach to living healthy.

Modrok retired from her career to pursue full-time her passion for Pilates, fitness and wellness.

Modrok is a certified Pilates’ instructor, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in sociology and continues to be a committed fitness enthusiast. Throughout her life, she participated in doubles team volleyball, bicycling and body building. In 1985, Modrok was crowned Miss Las Vegas as an amateur body builder. Modrok made the decision to change her life and began the process of getting trained and credentialed as a Pilates’ instructor. When Molina opened Body & Soul Pilates in 2003, Modrok helped her with the business.

“We offer a modern take on traditional Pilates,” Modrok said. “There are newer forms such as hot Pilates, but we want to bring back Pilates sessions based on the systematic, integrative, classical approach supported by Pilates apparatus—the Reformer, Trapeze Table and Wunda Chair. I want to say we are not as trendy, but more modeled on the original Joseph Pilates studio that began in New York. Both of us have always been involved with health and fitness and have so much to offer, in addition to Pilates.”

Modrok explained, “When I started to go to Pilates, I really liked it and started going to Pilates more than weight training.” Even though she was very successful in her career in the insurance industry as a president/COO of an independent insurance agency, in 2013,

Some of the services include improved strength and flexibility, increased stamina, stress control, pain relief, nutrition, weight loss, body detoxing and lifestyle and nutrition coaching. Both Modrok and Molina feel that there cannot be too many studios offering Pilates and/or Yoga and that every person’s body can benefit from the work. “We are not trying to compete with the studios, we are more exclusive and working with our clients one to one,” Modrok said. “We work with those that are seeking general physical conditioning and clients with specific goals, which may be hiking the Grand Canyon, running a marathon, improving your golf or tennis game and preparing for a life event.” “Our studio offers a very intimate experience and we want to cater to the individual. We will create and tailor a program to meet that person’s needs on an emotional and physical basis,” Molina said.

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Symmetry In Motion 7261 W. Charleston Blvd. Suite 103 Las Vegas, NV 89117 702.749.7117 symmetryinmotionlv.com

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the FertiLity Las Center of Vegas

Preserving fertility after your twenties

or most young women, you hit your twenties with gusto and excitement for the life that you envision lies before you. From a very early age, most of us imagined that we would graduate from college, land a fabulous dream job, get married, and then after a few years of bliss, start a family. The reality, however, is that many of us step into a life that is not quite the same as our childhood dreams. These days, more and more women are choosing a different, less traditional path of life. Many of us opt to climb the corporate ladder and create a meaningful career, putting our plan for marriage, family, and ultimately our fertility, on hold. Alternatively, some women have yet to find their life partner and don’t want to rush things when they do. It’s seemingly harmless as we forge our way into the world, but for many women, this pause in our reproduction can have unexpected and disheartening consequences. When many women decide to finally start a family, they may discover that it’s not as easy as they have come to expect. Currently in the US, more than 1.5 million women are infertile and another 6.7 million women, about 11 percent of the reproductive-aged population, suffers from impaired fertility. Unfortunately,

infertility can affect women of all ages, which is why it is important to begin the conversation early. Today, with developments in fertility treatments and the growing availability and affordability of them, women can take charge of their future and preserve their ability to have a family on their own schedule.

These days, more and more women are choosing a different, less traditional path of life. At The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, there is an offer of hope to help preserve female fertility through egg freezing. Rather than waiting until it’s too late, women should be encouraged to begin the conversation about their reproductive future early, as early as possible to avoid limiting their options. Many companies including Facebook, and Apple are

now giving their female employees specific healthcare benefits to cover the egg freezing procedure. Freezing a woman’s eggs during her optimal reproductive years can alleviate the future difficulty they may have if they choose to delay beginning their family until later in life. With staggering statistics and increasing numbers of both female and male infertility patients, our conversations with our children and with ourselves need to change. We must add fertility to our critical conversations list. While we choose our major, we should choose our gynecologist. While advancing our careers, we need to really explore our desire for family. And while we create our wedding registry, we should create our opportunity to have a family. At The Fertility Center of Las Vegas, Dr. Bruce Shapiro and Dr. Said Daneshmand can help diagnose any potential threats to fertility and create a customized treatment plan whether you want to have your family today or years down the road. If you or someone you know would like to find out more information about fertility treatment and preservation, call the experts at The Fertility Center of Las Vegas today at 702.254.1777 or visit fertilitycenterlv.com.

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Sleep dentistry can help those who are apprehensive about visiting the dentist ... offers three types of sleep dentistry: gas, oral and IV. Dr. Greenwood and his team administer varying levels of sedation to help relax the patient both before and during the dental procedures. With sedation dentistry, there is no longer a reason to feel anxious about visiting the dentist. Sleep dentistry can help those who are apprehensive about visiting the dentist to preserve a healthy smile since several treatments can be performed at once with no pain including regular cleanings, deep cleanings, dental implants and restorations treatments. There is also a feeling of comfort and safety when visiting the institute with Dr. Greenwood.

Originally from New Orleans; Dr. Greenwood said he is bringing a bit of home to Southern Nevada. However, he really enjoys Las Vegas. “So many people from around the world come here and it makes it such a wonderful melting pot of cultural diversity.” Dr. Greenwood also helped establish Louisiana Dental Centers in the greater New Orleans area post-Katrina.

“I was trained in pharmacy first and worked in pharmacology and pain management. After I decided to become a dentist, I could combine pharmacy with dentistry.”

Dr. Greenwood has lectured both nationally and internationally as has spoken to symposiums regarding latest trends in oral, IM, IN, and IV conscious sedation. He also volunteers oversees to share his dental skills.

Dr. Greenwood received his Doctor of Pharmacy from Xavier University and Dental Medicine Doctorate from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He is a diplomat of the International Academy of Dental Implantology, a member of the Nevada Dental Association and also an active member of the American Dental Association. In addition to private practice, Dr. Greenwood serves as a clinical preceptor for UNLV-SDM implant externship.

Ultimately, Dr. Greenwood believes in preventive dentistry. “Come for a checkup every six months and I will help you keep good dental health.” The Dental Implant Institute features doctors who have over 40 years of combined experience, and have placed over 40,000 dental implants. For more information, visit diiworld.com.

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hat does it really take to get healthy? The two most common ways to get healthy revolve around diet and exercise. By diet, I mean what foods you put into your mouth, not the latest fad to lose weight. People don’t become overweight overnight, so why expect to lose so much right away. To affect a truly meaningful healthy weight loss, you must commit to a lifestyle change that you can stick with day in and day out. To not only lose unwanted fat pounds, but actually sustain that weight loss, there are several secrets to that success. First, you need to control portion size. Eat balanced nutritious meals with protein, fruits and vegetables while avoiding processed carbohydrates such as sweets and starches beginning with breakfast. Eating a gluten free diet tremendously decreases caloric intake on a daily basis of 440 calories on average. One of the best kept secrets to effective sustainable weight loss is stopping the evening snacks with nothing to eat for at least 12 hours after dinner which will reset your Leptin receptors responsible for not feeling hungry.

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bodies. The best motivation for change is looking at yourself naked in the mirror. If you don’t like what you see, then commit to making changes that will get you where you want to be. Every time you are too tired to exercise and pick up a brownie to eat think of the picture of yourself in the mirror. If that is not motivating enough then there is a slim chance of change. Get a medical checkup. Getting healthy encompasses many aspects such as BMI (body mass index), lab values, disease management, nutritional assessment and hormone replacement therapy. To complete the conversion to a healthy lifestyle, you need to work with a doctor with the expertise and time to evaluate your nutritional and hormonal levels to optimize your fat burning capacity. Hormone replacement therapy, if appropriate, can optimize fat burning and muscle building potential while increasing motivation to do all the things necessary to get healthy.

Although the word “exercise” is often a four-letter word to many of us, call it activity to soften the blow. Do something that you like doing so that you can include that activity in your healthy lifestyle routine. It can be anything from walking the neighborhood to Wii Fit to a busy gym work out. Building muscle increases metabolism as every pound of muscle burns around six calories per day.

Why wait until after the holidays to start getting healthy? Prepare yourself before the holidays to make the conversion easier with less pounds to lose by not gaining them in the first place. Write short, medium and long term goals down to make them real and hold yourself accountable to those goals once they are written. To get the entire process started make an appointment now with a doctor who cares about you, to get you properly tested and educated so you commit to a healthy lifestyle before the holidays take their toll on your long term goals.

To further encourage your body to increase its metabolism, you need adequate rest and sleep. The average person needs to sleep between eight to nine hours per night to recharge, repair and restore our

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ody Resonance Myofascial Wellness Center is more than a healing center. Specializing in John F. Barnes Myofascial Release, it offers innovative structural bodywork that releases restrictions in connective tissue, helping the body restore itself to health and well-being. It is a form of manual therapy for pain and whole body healing. It can help anyone suffering from back pain, fibromyalgia, headaches, migraines, neck pain, TMJ, menstrual issues and stress. The body gives signals and the center works with those signals to give relief. Owner Rowena Cua, NCTMB, is also a licensed massage therapist and worked for years in the health industry and corporate health care and attended nursing school. It was her personal journey that brought her to studying Myofascial Release and opening the center. “I used to suffer from headaches and migraines and I wanted relief. At the time I was working for a neurologist and pain management specialist and I couldn’t be helped other than taking pain medication. I tried chiropractors, acupuncture, biofeedback and regular massage and still no relief.” Cua explained. After research, she found Myofascial Release and after five sessions, she felt completely different. After more investigation, she learned about John F. Barnes, PT, LMT, NCTMB, offered a healing seminar for patients in Sedona, Ariz., and she attended and changed her career and life completely. She then attended massage school so she can facilitate one’s healing process. “I want and need to help people and this is the way since it helped me so much. This is so meaningful, effective and powerful. John Barnes changed my life and I want to pay it forward.” Barnes is an internationally recognized physical therapist, lecturer, author and the leading authority on Myofascial Release. Through his 50 years of experience and creative insight, he has developed a whole body approach for the evaluation and

treatment of pain and dysfunction. Fascia is a web of fibrous tissue that permeates the body, but the fascial system is still a medical mystery. It’s been almost seven years since the first Fascia Research Congress. While many in the health care dismiss it, other scientists such as biomechanics researcher Peter Huijing, who was reluctant to attend the first FRC for fear that it would damage his reputation, has become one of its biggest supporters. According to Cua, she has seen results both as a patient and therapist. “To me, it is so rewarding, and very fulfilling as a therapist to see that the work that you do really affects people’s lives. It is so overwhelming at times how Myofascial release has impacted my life personally and professionally. It is very non-traditional but highly effective.” One big event in Cua’s life was when she could help her father. He was very skeptical about his daughter’s practice; however he did come in for a treatment for back, neck and elbow pain. The center does not just treat symptoms but looks for a cause. Doing Myofascial release and energy work, she felt an anomaly and encouraged him to see a physician for a CAT scan and colonoscopy. He was diagnosed with 5.3 cm aortic abdominal aneurysm, got treatment, had surgery and Cua helped to save his life through her practice. In fact, her sister, Rosemarie Cua-DeLeon, PT, DPT, a physical therapist with a her doctorate in physical therapy, has joined the practice. Body Resonance Myofascial Wellness Center offers preventative care, facilitates the healing process and helps clients return to a pain free, active lifestyle. It is also her mission to educate people and offer relief without the use of medication and invasive surgery needlessly. The center is located at 5463 S. Durango Dr. For more information, call 702.776.8881 or visit bodymfr.com.

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At Blossom Bariatrics, we see people everyday who have tried for years, some since childhood, to lose weight. They come to me after having attempted every diet known to man. They come to me after losing and regaining the same weight over and over again. They can’t bear the thought of another failed New Year’s resolution or another three months of eating like a bird to no avail. For so many overweight people, shedding pounds is a losing battle. And it’s not simply a matter of lacking self-control. Even some highly disciplined individuals who have “done everything right” still can’t manage to keep the weight off. Why is that? The truth is that dieting doesn’t work. Due to a combination of several natural factors, our bodies actually fight weight loss. Bariatric surgery effectively combats these forces. That’s why so many people are turning to bariatric surgery. It helps people lose weight—permanently. LVW: What is bariatric surgery and why does it work? Dr. Tom: Bariatric surgery is essentially the process of altering parts of the stomach to decrease how many calories your body

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absorbs, cause you to feel satisfied faster, or both. Ultimately, we help regulate the hunger hormones in the GI tract helping to significantly lessen your appetite. When your appetite is better regulated, your body stops requiring more food than necessary—you begin shedding excess weight, bettering your health, and transforming your body image. LVW: What support services do you offer? Dr. Tom: Whether it is helping to guide you through the insurance process or providing you with as much information as you need to feel comfortable with your weight loss surgery options, we’ll be there to help you prepare. Additionally, at Blossom Bariatrics we have developed several postoperative services to help you in the adjustment to a transformed life: a nutrition program (Blossom Bites), a fitness program (Blossom Bodies), a support group (Blossom Buddies), as well as a style and fashion service (Blossom Beauty). LVW: Where can interested people learn more? Dr. Tom: A fantastic place to start is to download my free report, “Why Dieting Doesn’t Work and How You Can Finally Achieve Permanent Weight Loss.” In this report, I explain why dieting hasn’t been working for you and what we can finally do about it together. Let’s start the New Year with a resolution to be the you you’ve always wanted to be! LVW: Dr. Tom’s, Why Dieting Doesn’t Work and How You Can Finally Achieve Permanent Weight Loss, can be downloaded for free at BlossomBariatrics. com/NewYou. Blossom Bariatrics 3235 E. Warm Springs Road, Suite 100 Las Vegas, NV 89120 702.463.3300 BlossomBariatrics.com

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Patients initially meet one of the patient educators. Marilyn Zimmerman, is one of them. She is highly perceptive, active in the cosmetic surgery industry and teaching for over a decade. She is able to “see” people, compare and contrast the procedures they might consider to enhance their appearance, and help them feel more comfortable. New patients are encouraged to browse through the before and after pictures of other patients who have had similar procedures to further educate themselves. She is also great at assuring that patients get the right procedures done for the right reasons and/or evaluated for bio-identical hormones and supplements when appropriate. “When I meet the patient, we review their digital photos together, discuss options again, review their history, and do a focused exam,” Dr. Zimmerman explained. “We assure that the patient understands the issues, procedure, recovery and long term goals. I sometimes tell patients, ‘You’re great the way you are, but if you want to make a change, let’s talk about newer technologies that make rejuvenation more comfortable, with quicker recovery?’ I teach around the world, so I get to see innovative technologies before they even get to the United States.” All of the staff can speak of their personal experience leading up to, during and after their own procedures. As a nationally accredited, office-based surgical facility, Dr. Zimmerman and his staff are continually seeking measurable ways to improve quality and outcome.

Keeping safety at the forefront is the main focus, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and techniques that help to achieve that goal. For example, using thermal imaging (like satellites use) helps Dr. Z know the real-time, distribution of the temperature inside and outside of tissue that is being precisely heated, to tighten or mold it. He now uses a Neuro-Stimulator to map out motor nerves, helping to avoid them during delicate facial surgery and neck and jowl liposculpting. These tools and others: which visualize veins under the skin before IV’s and Low Level Lasers and special lymphatic drainage devices that decrease inflammation after surgery, enhance patient safety, precision and outcome. “We are here to be of service. Working with people who take joy in the things we are able to achieve with today’s best techniques and technologies makes it all worth it. We offer both surgical and nonsurgical options, “Zimmerman said. So bring on the New You! Explore the possibilities. Schedule a complementary consultation. For more information, call 702.360.6686 or visit zimmermanmd.com.

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However, there is nothing more discouraging getting back into your fitness routine after birth than the feeling that your abdominals were ripped out of you and you barely have the strength to lift your own 7.16 ounce newborn. I wanted to feel like myself again but weights and upbeat cardio were intimidating and not helping with my baby blues. I turned to something that I was most familiar with, something that allowed me to safely continue with my fitness routine up to a week before my delivery—our own Intermix training.

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I know human body, especially my own. It did take nine months to get here so it was very important to me for the transition to be natural and healthy. On the days that I would look in the mirror and see someone else, I had to power through to keep my head focused on the bigger picture. Through my entire life I was physical and it was scary to think how it was going to be after pregnancy. While I didn’t deprive myself from eating for the nine months, I did keep it nutritious and healthy. I still gained more weight than I wanted. Consistency in my workout during and after pregnancy was the key. It became more challenging with newborn so there were days I maintained that constancy with home assigned workouts. It was a diaper-feeding-

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put baby to sleep-workout kind of mindset! With a well-structured diet and exercise plan along with customized workout and the much needed push of encouragement from my coach, I am back to where I was almost a year ago. Luckily I had all my resources as close as my working desk! My husband Almas is the head trainer and leads the workout program, working hard to create a flawless workout routine that almost feels natural to your body. With his extensive background as an acrobat and fitness trainer with medals from most prestigious circus competitions in the world, he is a great person to turn to when it comes to getting back into shape. He created a custom workout plan as he does for all our clients that most importantly made me feel like myself again. This is something we focus on at Intermix Fitness. We limit the classes to only six people to give the sense of personalization, working with each individual because we all have different needs and goals. We also offer nutritional guidance that helps support the workout plan. In all honesty, if I could get back to myself after the biggest and craziest fluctuation a woman’s body can go through, anyone can do this! You just have to commit and the rest depends on a well skilled trainer and fitness studio that is there every step of the way to guide and support you. Are you ready for A New Year, A New You? For more info and free fitness assessment, visit intermixfitness.com.

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ucked away in the corner of a shopping center in northwest Las Vegas is a little-known piece of paradise. It’s called Pico Madama, and this elegant, high-end salon embodies the grace, personality and energy of its owner, Beli Andaluz. When you first meet Andaluz, it’s hard not to be taken by her charm and elegant style. With a contagious smile that makes anyone she meets feel instantly comfortable, it’s no wonder she’s made a career out of providing the highest level of service to demanding customers. In fact, she’s owned successful service businesses in three countries. As people can tell after meeting her, she has a big heart—so her dedication to her son and husband, and her commitment to charities like the Shade Tree Shelter, will come as no surprise. What might surprise people who meet her is that sophisticated, successful businesswoman comes from the most modest of means. Andaluz is truly a self-made woman.

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Growing up in Guatemala, Andaluz was the youngest of 10 children. Her family didn’t have much, but Andaluz was always a dreamer. She dreamed of doing great things, and looked inside herself for guidance to make her dreams come true. Her first dream was to start a business of her own. Working in real estate as a teenager, she saved up the money she needed by age 19. She could start a business close to home, but she recognized an opportunity in the emerging tourist industry in Nicaragua. So she moved there and opened a hostel, restaurant and bar. The business was so successful that she sold it two years later for a hefty profit. Returning home to Guatemala, Andaluz was looking for her next business opportunity. A bad hair experience at a local salon was all the inspiration she needed. Using her friend’s connections, she enrolled in the top beauty school in Central America. Not long after, Andaluz opened her first salon, in the historic resort town of Antigua, Guatemala. This is where she discovered her passion.

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“I loved the creative aspect of doing hair, I loved the social aspect of doing hair, and I loved the business aspect of doing hair,” she explained. “People would come not just to get their hair done, but to spend time with me and enjoy themselves. It was all about happiness.” The salon was so successful—with locals and tourists alike—that Andaluz expanded into the spa business. Her salon and spa were known as the top luxury destinations in Antigua. But Andaluz was still dreaming. She dreamed of living somewhere bigger. And she dreamed of bigger opportunities for Kai, her son from her first marriage. That’s when a stranger from the United States came into her salon. “When I walked into Beli’s salon all I could say to myself was “Wow.” said Scott Seidewitz, who owns a marketing consulting firm. “My friend was getting her hair done for her wedding, but I pretty much ignored her and flirted with Beli.” Andaluz ended up being Seidewitz’s date to the wedding that night. Three years later they were living together in Las Vegas; two years after that they married. Las Vegas provided the chance for Andaluz to take her dreams to another level. Visiting the luxury, superexpensive salons on the Strip and the big, impersonal salons in the suburbs, Andaluz thought something was missing. She envisioned an elegant, high-end salon to match the luxury of the Strip, but in a small, intimate setting to allow for the highest level of personal service. 90

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She also wanted to emphasize hair health along with beauty. The idea of Pico Madama was born. After months of planning and searching for just the right space, the idea became a reality. Pico Madama opened in April 2011. The results are striking. Every detail, from the beautiful, sophisticated décor, to the service standards expected from each stylist, to the botanical Phyto Paris products, have been carefully chosen by Andaluz to give an exceptional experience to her clients. When clients walk in the door, they are greeted by name and offered to sip champagne. Sunlight spills through the large windows and mixes with fresh-cut flowers and the pink and yellow accents on the walls. “I wanted to create a haven, with a feeling of comfort and serenity, where clients could come to relax and forget about the outside world.” It’s no wonder Pico Madama has been a smashing success. In 2013 the Las Vegas Review-Journal named this small, upstart salon the best in Las Vegas. Pico Madama’s clients agree. When Bella Duprie moved from New York to Las Vegas, she went from salon to salon trying to find a stylist that met her exacting standards. She was ready to travel back to her stylist in New York when she met Andaluz. “I just fell in love with her, her personality and the concept of her salon of hair health and great service. I decided to give her a chance and now I won’t go anywhere else. We also became the best of friends over the years.”

Celebrity chef Julio Serrano is also an exclusive client. “She understands my hair. Since I work with the public, I need to look my best. Also, if I want to talk, she will talk to me. But if I want to be quiet that day, I don’t have to say anything. She makes me feel so good and I always look my best afterwards.” But Andaluz’s philosophy is that Pico Madama is not just about hair; and it’s not about just luxury, or even about a great experience. Ultimately, Andaluz’s dream is for Pico Madama to be about caring for others. “I am very fortunate to have a successful business, a loving husband and wonderful son,” Andaluz said. “I know what it’s like to come from nothing, so I want to share my good fortune to help others have the same opportunities I’ve had.” For Andaluz, caring starts with her clients, who she considers her good friends. “My clients are an inspiration to me. When we’re together in the salon, they’ll share their hopes and dreams, worries and fears. I am inspired by their grace and goodness, even when facing challenges. I am privileged to have such wonderful clients.” Caring extends to her staff as well. Because stylists are employees and not renters (unlike many off-Strip salons), Pico Madama invests regularly in training in the latest techniques and trends. Top stylists are sent to the Wella

Institute in Los Angeles to learn advanced skills. Andaluz cares just as much about the community. She sits on the board of the Shade Tree Shelter for battered and homeless women, and Pico Madama’s stylists have visited the shelter several times to provide free hair cuts and advice on hair care. The salon also held a back-to-school event for the Nevada Children’s Center, providing free haircuts, balloon sculptures and treats to needy children. Along with clients, staff and the community, Pico Madama is also about family for Andaluz. Her husband Seidewitz is also her business partner, who handles salon marketing and finances. And Andaluz speaks glowingly of her son Kai, who recently made the JV soccer team as a freshman at Bishop Gorman High School. Like his mom, he has a great sense of style. So with a wonderful family and successful salon, has Andaluz stopped dreaming? Never. She is always looking for ways to improve and always looking for her next adventure. So don’t be surprised if this businesswoman, mother, wife and philanthropist starts something new— but rest assured that whatever she does, it will be about bringing joy to other people. For more information about the luxurious hair services and products at Pico Madama Beauty & Hair Health Salon, visit picomadama.com.

Why was the salon named Pico Madama? “When Scott and I were dating, Kai and I ﬂew to New York where he was living at the time. I decided to cook him a special dinner. We ate it on the roof deck of his apartment building and talked about our dreams for opening a salon together some day. It was such a special night. As we talked, we drank a bottle of wine we really liked called Pico Madama. I said if I ever open a salon in this country, I am going to name it Pico Madama.” – Beli Andaluz

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owntown Summerlin opened in October to four days of celebrations including a VIP party and fireworks. Located just east of the 215 Beltway, between Sahara Avenue and Charleston Boulevard, Downtown Summerlin features retail stores and restaurants in a streetscape-shopping environment with pedestrian thoroughfares and dynamic storefronts. For choices, there are department stores such as Dillardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, specialty stores including Chicoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and boutiques. Downtown Summerlin is the perfect place to do holiday shopping and update for the New Year. Below are our picks for the perfect present. For more info, visit downtownsummerlin.com

Velvet Cold Shoulder rouched top comes in red, cobalt blue and black. $39 Rose Gold Candle with citrus and cinnamon burn to a heart of nutmeg, rose and jasmine as an opulent base of musk and incense melted into a seductive amber note. $49 Starburst Logo Cuff. The Boston Proper Starburst symbolizes beauty, strength and passion of women who Wear it Like No One Else. $69

WHITE HOUSE BLACK MARKET Rose Print Studded Scarf. $49.50

SUR LA TABLE Sur La Table HardAnodized Roasting Pan with Nonstick Rack and Bonus Lifters. $139.95 All-Clad Immersion Blender. $99.95 Moscow Mule Copper Mug. $19.95 to $79.80

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WONDERLAND BAKERY Cake in a Jar. Our favorite sample includes: Southern Princess Red Velvet, Birthday Cake & Chocolate Overload. Complete with a spoon to enjoy anywhere. Customize a message or logo on each jar. $8.95 each or $25.95 Trio Sampler Gingerbread Men. Just in time for the holidays, our award winning gingerbread men. Gift these delicious men individually or select from several gift box arrangements. $5.25 to $49.95

LG GALLERY, A MACKENZIECHILD’S BOUTIQUE LG Gallery is proud to carry the largest Mark Roberts Collection in town. Meticulously detailed, using elegant and luxurious fabrics and sumptuous trimmings, Mark Roberts Limited Edition Fairies are some of the most sought after collectibles anywhere. Medium Ornament Maker Fairy. $123

IT’SUGAR Schweddy Balls, $9.99 In honor of Saturday Night Live’s 40th anniversary, IT’SUGAR and the iconic comedy show have teamed up to bring you a line of delicious (and hilarious) candy. Our favorites include Schweddy Balls (malt chocolate peanut butter balls) based on the classic Alec Baldwin skit and Colon Blow (nature’s best crispy energy granola), inspired by the 1980’s parody of highfiber cereal.

CHICO’S Coffee To Go Cup and Shaker. $29 Animal Felt Coasters ($15), Animal Felt Bottle Opener ($15), Animal Felt Wine Stopper $12)

DILLARD’S UGG Australia “Ophira” over-the-knee boot. $350 Vince Camuto Baguette bezel ladies’ watch. $250

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Welcome to the time of year with its beauty and meaning where families come together to celebrate with activities that engage children and teenagers. Following, are some ideas for spending special time together and creating holiday memories.

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The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas transforms the Boulevard Pool into a winter wonderland, The Ice Rink. It features falling snow, ice skating, fire pits and a collection of favorite winter cocktails and seasonal food offerings. The Ice Rink will feature a new experience on the Las Vegas Strip—snow showers. Under a light blanket of falling snow, visitors will experience showers throughout the evening while skating, roasting s’mores by the fire and taking in the sights and sounds of Las Vegas Boulevard occurring every 30 minutes Thursday to Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. throughout December. Hours of operation are Monday to Friday from 3 p.m. to midnight and Saturday to Sunday from noon to midnight. For more info, visit cosmopolitanlasvegas.com.

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Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort has added winter snow tubing for the 2014-15 season. This designated tubing area will be separate from the ski/snowboard terrain, allowing guests to enjoy the snow in 90-minute sessions. The snow tubing area will be open weekends and holiday periods throughout the winter season. Resort operating hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the winter season. Open to guests of all ages, advance purchase tickets for 90-minute sessions will be $20 or less and include inner tube rental with access to the area and tubing lift. For more information, visit skilasvegas.com.

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Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall will light up the winter display at Mystic Falls Park on Nov. 26 at 5:45 p.m. Since 1994, the pioneerthemed Mystic Falls Park Light and Water Show kicks off the holiday season with decorations beginning in Sam’s Town’s porte-cochère. Festive lighting and decorative snowﬂakes lead guests through the property to Mystic Falls Park. Garland streams, wreathadorned lampposts, and white light and snow-covered trees fill the atrium. The festive décor includes lighted sculpture polar bears, indoor snow and mountains of poinsettias. Sam’s Town will be hosting the 15-minute laser light spectacular hourly throughout the holiday season from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. through Jan. 1, 2015. Cowboy Santa will appear Thursday and Friday from noon to 4 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 8:30 p.m. from Nov. 28 to Dec. 23. For further information, visit samstownlv.com.

DeC. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20-24, 2014 Santa in the Shipwreck at Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay will once again have Santa Claus trading in his elves for sharks, turtles and the other 2,000 animals that live in the Shark Reef Aquarium. Photos with Santa and the underwater creatures are available for that special holiday memory. Visit sharkreef.com for more info.

DeC. 6, 2014 - Jan. 4 2015 The Conservatory & Botanical Gardens at Bellagio will open its holiday display. The free and familyfriendly attraction will once again become a winter wonderland full of delights and favorites featuring seasonal favorites such as the large polar bear family, thousands of fresh poinsettias and a tree decorated with more than 2,000 ornaments and 7,000 warm white LED lights. Guests can enjoy live musical performances on select days and times and the display is open 24 hours daily. For more information, visit bellagio.com.

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Glittering Lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway holiday drivethrough spectacular has entertained more than 1 million people in the past 13 years. Completely LED, the 2.5 mile course of Glittering Lights is environmentally sound with colors that shine more vibrant. Branches of the United Methodist Church are uniting to bring a living nativity scene. Glittering Lights will be open Sunday to Thursday from 5:30 to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 5:30 to 10 p.m. The cost is $20 per car and season passes are available for $55. Goodwill of Southern Nevada is offering a discount off a Glittering Lights ticket with a donation of gently used items. The coupon can be obtained at stores, drop off locations or at the entrance of Glittering Lights. Speedway Children’s Charity also receives a portion from each purchased ticket. For more information, visit glitteringlightslasvegas.com.

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Henderson chocolatier, Ethel M Chocolates, will once again light up the night with the annual Holiday Cactus Garden. The free familyfriendly seasonal attraction will feature more than 600,000 sparkling lights displayed throughout the three-acre Botanical Cactus Garden. In addition to twinkling lights, the holiday hot spot will offer choirs on Friday and Saturday and photos with Santa from Friday to Sunday. The attraction will be open 5 to 10 p.m. at Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Garden, 2 Cactus Garden Drive, Henderson. Returning holiday collections include handmade peppermint bark & pecan brittle, crème liqueurs and satin crèmes. New chocolates this year include three seasonally-inspired chocolate bars: white chocolate peppermint, milk chocolate buttered rum and dark chocolate pumpkin; also foil-wrapped creamy caramels presented in a clear acrylic gift box. For more information, visit ethelm.com.

The Magical Forest is a cherished Southern Nevada tradition: a winter wonderland filled with hundreds of decorated trees, millions of brilliant holiday lights, nightly entertainment for all ages, photos with Santa in his workshop, the Forest Express passenger train, Cheyenne’s Enchanted Carousel, Rod’s Mini-Golf, Avalanche Slide, Rudolph’s Raceway, Rod’s Mini-Golf, Blastin’ Bear’s Shootin’ Shack and Boris the Elf’s 3-D Experience. The Magical Forest is located at Opportunity Village, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd. There is free parking behind the Magical Forest in the CSN parking lot. For more information, call 702.259.3741 or visit opportunityvillage.org.

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Read about the 1950s and enjoy Christmas in 2014 BY CAROL TROESH

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ig That Crazy Santa Claus,” “What Child is This?” and “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” played on car radios and hi-fi stereos throughout the month of December 1955, in El Monte, Calif., and in the pages of the award-winning book, “Wild Winter: Christmas, Clues, and Crooks,” by C.A. Hartnell. Readers, 8 years old and up, will take a blast to Christmas past in this fictional but historically based book.

Hartnell’s love of community and giving shines in her books and volunteer activities for Opportunity Village. Hartnell gives of her time on the Opportunity Village Foundation

Follow Hartnell’s main characters, 11-yearold neighbors, Pete and Carol Ann, through winter’s pages that abound with holiday cheer and lessons about the gift of giving. These AllAmerican kids cruised with teen-aged drivers by brilliantly lighted seasonal scenes; their Christmas stockings had been hung on fireplace mantels and doors while “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” played on the radio or stereo. “Wild Winter” finds best friends, Pete and Carol Ann planning a Christmas pageant to raise money to give to needy families in their 1955 community while they work to discover the crooks who are stealing their money and holiday joy. With fun and suspense, Hartnell transports readers back in time. Today,

board, attending its events and decorating Christmas trees in the Magical Forest with retro ornaments. The “Wild Winter” book encourage kids to read for “Reading is a Gift.”

Hartnell’s “Wild Winter” is book four in The 1950s Adventures of Pete and Carol Ann series. Actual events in Hartnell’s childhood inspired all four books including other titles “Scary Spring: Our Polio Fright of 1955,” “Sinister Summer: Cars, Cruisers and Close Calls” and “Ferocious Fall: Our Wild Weather Escapes.” Each book in the series earned a 2013 Mom’s Choice Silver award honoring excellence, and a Literary Classics International 2014 Gold Book Award Best in Category for Best Chapter Book Series. The judges from Literary Classics gave the book series their Seal of Approval and the following reviews: “Highly recommended for school and home libraries” and “Good old-fashioned stories with good oldfashioned values.” Hartnell’s award-winning books can be purchased in the Opportunity Village Gift Cabin at the Magical Forest with a percentage of purchase going to Opportunity Village, at Amazon, book stores and online at cahartnell. com. The characters in Hartnell’s book work to solve a Christmas mystery and help needy folks in their 1950s community. Hartnell supports Opportunity Village serving intellectually disabled adults and encourages everyone to give of themselves this holiday season.

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Hanukkah: a sPeCiaL tiMe During the hoLiDay season For Las Vegas

BY LINDA SPECHT, DIRECTOR OF SHENKER ACADEMY

anukkah—the 8-day festival of light—begins this year on Dec. 16.

As the celebration of two miracles, Hanukkah honors the second century victory of the Maccabees, a small Jewish army who prevailed over the Greek army that occupied the Holy Land and was persecuting the Jews’ religious beliefs. Antiochus IV Epiphanes outlawed the Jewish religion before his soldiers killed thousands in Jerusalem and desecrated the city’s Second Temple by sacrificing pigs, a nonkosher species, within its walls. When the Maccabees liberated the Jewish Temple from the hands of the Greek invaders, they found only a small bit of pure, undefiled olive oil fit for fueling the Temple menorah(the eternal light), enough for one day. It would take eight days to produce new pure oil, though, under the conditions of ritual purity. Miraculously, the oil burned for eight days and nights, and the menorah never went out. The holiday also symbolizes that the small army, against all odds beat the mighty Greek army and religious freedom. Each year, Hanukkah celebrates the Temple rededication on the 25th day of the Jewish month Kislev.

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The festival of Hanukah includes the nightly menorah lighting, starting with one flame then working up to eight throughout the festival. The menorah holds nine candles, with the center one used for lighting the others. On the first night, one candle is placed at the far right of the menorah and lit while three blessings are recited. Each subsequent night another candle is added from right to left and lit from left to right. On the eighth night all nine candles are lit. On every night after the first, only two blessings are recited during the candle lighting. Other Hanukkah customs include eating foods fried in oil such as latkes, or potato pancakes, and doughnuts to remind us of the miracle of the oil. Children play with dreidels, spinning tops that are inscribed with the Hebrew letters nun, gimmel, hei and shin, an acronym for Nes Gadol Hayah Sham, “a great miracle happened there.” The letters also stand for nit, gantz, halb and shtell, or nothing, all, half and put, which allow you to actually play dreidel. The gambling game requires everyone to put in one coin, then the dreidel is spun and the spinner either takes the whole pot, does nothing, takes half or puts another in coin, depending on what side the dreidel lands.

It is said that this custom originated from the fact that the people would be studying the Bible in homes, which they were not allowed to do, and people would be playing games outside to distract the Greeks. The custom during the festival of light is to give Hanukkah gelt, or money, which would probably have been donated. The root of the word Hanukkah is actually Hinuch, which means educate. Winning the battle and being able to go back to the Temple to continue studying the Torah (Bible), is the blueprint for how we should live our lives. Contrary to popular belief, Hanukkah isn’t a very important religious holiday. No, other Jewish holidays such as Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Passover and Yom Kippur outweigh Hanukkah in terms of religious importance, but the latter is probably the most well-known, perhaps because of its closeness to Christmas on the Gregorian calendar. In Southern Nevada, community groups and city organizations often hold menorah lighting ceremonies to herald the Hanukkah celebrations.

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HolidaygiFt guiDe The holidays are here and that means shopping for that special gift (even if it is for you). Below are some great ideas that encompass beauty and originality to any gift guide. SAVVY LINGERIE Savvy Lingerie offers everyday intimate apparel needs or for that special occasion. Its lingerie empowers women to celebrate and enjoy their sensuality. Items include lingerie, nightwear, accessories and jewelry. Savvy Lingerie also specializes in bridal and bachelorette parties. savvylingerie.com 1. Fringe teddy available in black, red and purple. $65 2. Long satin robe available in red, black and white. $129

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D&R House of Diamonds, founded by Dave Padgett and Richard Shaw, is dedicated to consulting and assisting clients privately and professionally in choosing the perfect loose diamond, specializing in timeless engagement rings, classic designer jewelry and professional custom design. dandrhouseofdiamonds.com

5. 10.5 inch NutriSheild Saute Pan with special Las Vegas Woman magazine pricing $99

3. 14ktw Diamond and Sapphire Twist Halo Fashion Ring, Available in multiple sizes Starting at: $1,299

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6. Three piece bamboo case set includes 7 inch Asian cleaver, 8 inch Chef knife and 3.5 inch paring knife in a bamboo case that doubles as a cutting board with special Las Vegas Woman magazine price $249

AARON LELAH JEWELERS

Expert jeweler and designer Aaron Lelah has been designing custommade, fine jewelry for more than 30 years. Gold, silver, precious and semiprecious stones set in pendants, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, rings and broaches can be the centerpiece to a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wardrobe. Watches are more than a time-keeping piece; it is a fashion accessory for both men and women. aaronlelahjewelers.com

9. Sterling and platinum plate with genuine amethyst multicheckerboard cushion cut stone, Many styles to choose, Ranging from $399-$799 10. Sterling and platinum plate with genuine turquoise and quartz multicheckerboard cushion cut stone, Many styles to choose ranging from $399-$799

MARKIECHAR JEWELRY MarkieChar Jewelry, located in Tivoli Village, is the boutique for jewelry and accessories. MarkieChar brings together modern beauty and timeless elegance and features unique pieces from local designers as well as designers from around the world.

11. Peacock scarf is made of silk. $79

ALLIGATOR SOUP Alligator Soup offers a selection of teapots, jewelry boxes, clocks, home decor, pens, journals, frames and personalized gifts. alligatorsoup.com. 7. Alexandra Ferguson Pillows for any occasion $65-$85 each 8. Michael Aram and Simon Pierce frames, candles, serving pieces and glassware ranging from $65 and up

These scarves combine luxurious fabrics and positive good luck charms to comfort you like the arms of a loved one, while adding unique and unprecedented style to any outfit. The line has been worn and admired by celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker and Rihanna. But most importantly, they are worn by the inspiring and amazing women from all around the globe.

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ith a New Year and New You, our Fearless Females demonstrate that through their actions. One Fearless Female is the head coach for a womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball team who teaches good sportsmanship as well as making education a No. 1 priority. Another Fearless Female represented Nevada during a competition that values scholastics, interview abilities, extracurricular talents, fitness and self-expression. One Fearless Female discovered running as a way to become healthy, raise money and awareness for her cause and embrace leadership. These women of Las Vegas make us proud to call Nevada our home.

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aria Butler, who just graduated from high school, recently traveled from Las Vegas to Mobile, Ala. for the annual Distinguished Young Women competition that celebrates and supports young college-bound women in securing financial scholarships to ensure a path for secondary education.

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Daria Butler

Representing Nevada as one of the best and brightest

Each year, one contestant is selected per state and through a series of applications; Butler was chosen to represent Nevada. Applicants are judged on scholastics, interview abilities, extracurricular talents, fitness and self-expression. She is a young role model for high school girls following their dreams and looking to attend college. The organization is both the oldest and largest scholarship program in the county for female students, having given more than $100 million over the years. Notable alumni of the program include Diane Sawyer and Debra Messing—and now Butler. She’s also a part of the Women’s Empowerment Club, National Honor Society, AP Scholar and volunteers for Make-A-Wish. She first credits her teachers at the Meadows School. “They have always believed in me, supported, encouraged and challenged me throughout my academic career. As I progressed each year in school, I continued to experience the same cycle of guidance and trials that have helped me to become the person I am today. I have also been inspired by a desire to better myself and make a positive impact on the world.” Butler also looks to her family for inspiration. “They have always been so supportive and encouraging throughout my life. They faithfully attended all of my school programs, piano, dance and choir performances, and even traveled all the way to Alabama to watch me represent Nevada in the Distinguished Young Women national program.” Heading to the University of Pennsylvania, Butler plans on majoring in philosophy, politics and economics, with a thematic concentration in globalization. Her immediate goals include graduating from

the University of Pennsylvania’s College of Arts and Sciences while maintaining above a 3.7 GPA, making her eligible for the Dean’s List. “Following my graduation, I hope to pursue a Master’s degree at Harvard University Law School. My dream is to then work for a corporate law firm in San Francisco that works with Asia. I started taking Mandarin at the beginning of this school year at the University of Pennsylvania in hopes of pursuing this goal.” As for participating in the Distinguished Young Women competition, Butler explained that, “Looking back, the other forty nine participants and I never perceived our two weeks in Alabama as a competition. Our time spent in Alabama was more of a lifechanging experience that we all underwent together, supporting each other along the way. The hard work we put into preparing for preliminaries helped us to bond and form life-long friendships. The wonderful host family that I was blessed with will always be a part of my life. I am forever grateful to Jennifer and Robert Moseley for their hospitality and continuing support. I was also lucky enough to be able to gain four sweet beautiful sisters: Madison, Gracyn, Claire and Abby.” According to Butler, “The Nevada Distinguished Young Women program needs talented, intellectually driven and ambitious high school senior girls to participate in the program. Girls need to submit their high school transcripts, perform a talent routine and have a desire to meet other intelligent and gifted girls. Nevada also needs state sponsors that can promote the great accomplishments that Distinguished Young Women are achieving. The Distinguished Young Women of 2014 are attending the nation’s top universities and have established goals they are determined to accomplish.” Butler admires that the program encourages girls like her to discover who they are on the inside and to appreciate their individuality. While some might call Daria Butler a Future Fearless Female, she is demonstrating that her future is now and she is already a Fearless Female.

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eirdre Strunk, spa director for the Spa Costa Del Sur at South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa, wasn’t a runner before a life changing event. But now she has completed three half marathons as well as won not only an important competition but raised money to help both a cause as well as her husband.

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Deirdre Strunk

Running to help bring awareness to her cause

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society major fundraiser is the Man and Woman of the Year competition. For 10 weeks men and women competed against each other to raise the most money for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society blood cancer research. The competition ended in the grand finale gala held at the Red Rock Casino Resort Spa. No one knew how much anyone else had raised until the winners were announced. The 2014 Woman of the Year, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Southern Nevada, broke all records in the chapter’s history by raising over $50,000 in the 10 weeks. That woman was Strunk. As she explained, “In 2010 my husband was diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia that is not currently curable or treatable. Because I don’t take no for an answer and I wanted my husband to be well, we traveled to the Mayo clinic in Scottsdale, Ariz. and MD Anderson in Houston only to hear the same diagnosis and outlook. There is nothing they could do for this disease. It was then that I knew I had to do something. I could not sit around and let cancer win.” She did some research on the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and found that 79 cents of every dollar goes directly to research and got involved at that point. For this year’s competition, “with the help of my generous friends, family and everyone who contributed to my campaign, I raised $61,500 and received the honor of choosing a research portfolio for my husband’s type of leukemia. I requested that the grant be named after him—Donnie Strunk,” she said. Deirdre Strunk serves as the LLS Las Vegas Chapter Board of Directors Secretary and the Man & Woman of the Year Nominating Committee Chair and leads a team of runners each year with Team in Training to raise money.

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“Every year my family and friends train with Team In Training and raise money for LLS while training for the San Diego Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon. It’s a great tradition.” After to moving to Vegas in 1995 and working in the medical field and the restaurant business for many years, Strunk enrolled in massage therapy school in 1999 as her first step toward a long career in the spa business. She recently attended 300 hours of yoga teacher training to further enhance her health and wellness background. She credits her first spa director Darryll Leiman who pushed her to grow within the spa industry. She also stated that Michael Gaughan (owner of the South Point) is one of the most intelligent and caring individuals. She believes this, along with his smart business sense, is the secret to his success. Deirdre Strunk also enjoys spending time with “my family whenever we get together as my two eldest children have grown into wonderful adults and live on their own. I’ve loved seeing them grow into the people they are today. My last blessing, my youngest, continues to keep my husband and me on our toes with her intelligence and wit at her mere 9 years of age.” As for personal time, she takes hot yoga classes at her favorite studio, TruFusion Yoga and an intense, yet fun, boot camp workout at Raw Fitness. Strunk tells everyone that, “Every cause is important. Please give when asked to donate no matter how big or small your donation can be. Every donation counts. No one ever becomes poor by giving.” Deirdre Strunk is truly a Fearless Female.

hen University of Nevada, Las Vegas was searching for its next women’s basketball coach—a person that could return the proud program to its place among the nation’s best— former Lady Rebel All-American Kathy Olivier was hired as the eighth full-time head coach in UNLV women’s basketball on April 22, 2008. As the head coach for the women’s basketball team, Oliver certainly strives to win games but the number one priority is for the students to graduate to pursue their chosen career. She also works with budgets, recruiting, scheduling and other duties throughout the year.

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A native of Placentia, Calif., Olivier comes from an accomplished athletic family. Her sister Mary Ricks played on University of California, Los Angeles’ national championship softball team on a softball scholarship. “I had an older brother, Tom, who attended University of Southern California on a baseball scholarship. I tried to keep up with him. In our family, we were always competing. It was just not sports. We would see who could unload the dishwasher the fastest.” At one point, when Oliver returned home from college for the holidays, her younger sister’s coach asked her to help coach her sister’s high school team. “I thought I was going to be a teacher but I became a coach instead and I have loved it ever since.” She attended UNLV on a women’s basketball scholarship. Oliver’s inspirations includes her brother, who was a good athlete. “I just loved being around him; he was so fun. The rest of my family also inspired me. They were very competitive and very athletic. We were always watching sports as well.” Oliver credits many people for her success including Dan Ayala, who was the UNLV head women’s basketball coach when Oliver played, who was

always there for his players as well as pushed them to be their best. Another mentor was Billie Moore, head coach for UCLA for a number of years and first coach in women’s basketball history to lead teams from two different schools to national championships. Oliver was her assistant coach at UCLA for eight years. Oliver was also an assistant to USC coach women’s basketball team, Linda Sharp, who won two back to back NCAA national championships. Oliver also admits she is a big Lakers’ fan as well as a fan of Coach Phil Jackson. Oliver believes that participating in sports is very important for women. “It teaches women to be strong, how to take care of themselves, and how to get through adversity. It teach young girls how to get along with all types of people. It keeps you healthy and alert. It is such a blessing.” According to Oliver, it is one avenue to pay for a higher education. “If you are really good and a Division 1 athlete, you can get a scholarship through sports, even at junior college now.” With women’s sports and her goals, “right now it is about spreading the word in Las Vegas about women’s basketball and how we have so many different young women on the team that are very strong role models and can become mentors for young girls attending school.” She would also like to see fan and community support filling the seats at Cox Pavilion to watch women’s sports and eventually have the women’s sports teams move to Thomas & Mack. Oliver also believes that sports are one way to achieving and maintaining good health. “You need to be healthy to be successful in business, be a good friend and great family member.” In fact, Olivier passed on her athletic traits to her daughter whom she coached on the UCLA squad. As a coach and mentor, working with organizations such as Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada, Oliver is truly a Fearless Female.

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am an eighth-grader and a Girl Scout Cadette in my eighth year of being a Girl Scout.

For my Girl Scout Silver Award Project, I decided to raise awareness in my city about a silent killer, carbon monoxide (CO), and how we must and can protect ourselves against it. However, my project has taught me more than I thought it would. Of course, I learned a great deal about the topic I chose, but I also learned much I did not expect I would. I came into contact with many individuals whose kindness and generosity in supporting my project have meant a great deal to me. In addition to learning how individuals respond differently to the same topic and approach, I have learned just

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BY DARYA DANESHMAND how much can be done when individuals work together. My interest was piqued in the topic of my project when I met a business woman from Oregon while traveling who had tragically lost her sonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entire family to CO poisoning while his family stayed at a vacation rental property in Colorado, a state that does have legislation regarding CO monitoring. The newly remodeled home had passed inspection without the required monitors. I realized that even in a state with legal requirements, public awareness remains quite important. Therefore, I decided to do my part to raise awareness on this topic in our city. I know from personal experience, that those, such as my own family, who may have the protection of monitors at home, may not think to take the protection with them on their trips while staying at a vacation rental in the form of a portable device, and neither had the family who passed away while vacationing in Colorado over a Thanksgiving weekend. I am happy to have learned that our hotels (to the extent of my research) would not need such devices in their guest rooms since they do not burn fossil fuels for heating them. I have tried to get my public safety message to the public through print media, television and radio spots and even a billboard that may be in rotation and available for a free public service message.

I am manning booths at a number of expos and health fairs. I will try to distribute flyers in various venues whenever possible. I would love to see my project continue to have impact even after I have received my Silver Award. Working on my Silver Award has been an enriching experience for me and I hope it has brought more awareness to those around me. Carbon monoxide is called a silent killer, but it does not have to be. It can be given a voice with which to announce its presence to us clearly, protecting us from harm. While this project has not influenced my career choice since I am still deciding on what direction I want to go, it has made me realize how important it is to have communication skills.

Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada is the preeminent leadership development organization for all girls in an accepting and nurturing environment to build character and life skills for success in the real world. Girl Scouts of Southern Nevada serves over 10,000 girls and adult members throughout Southern Nevada. Membership is open to all girls 5-17 years-old. To join volunteer, reconnect, or donate to Girl Scouts, call 702.385.3677 or visit girlscoutsnv.org.

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new car purchase is a big deal. Of course, that’s always been true. What’s often different today is the person making the purchase decision. Increasingly, it’s a woman, either buying the car for herself or acting as the main influencer in the car buying process. Recent research indicates that women are responsible for about 60 percent of new car purchases and have a significant degree of influence in over 80 percent of car buying decisions. Stephen Beecher, the general manager at Planet Mazda in Las Vegas, noticed this trend some time ago and thinks it’s stronger than ever today. He’s taken strong and positive steps to make sure these new customers feel comfortable and at home at Planet Mazda. First of all, he understands the elements of the purchase that are most important to women. “Women are practical and come into the dealership well-informed. They’ve usually done quite a bit of research into the options available in the car universe. In order, their concerns are safety, fuel economy and vehicle cost. They also want a car that’s fun to drive and that meets their needs for personal and family transportation,” he said. Planet Mazda makes certain its staff is prepared to address these priorities and also tailors the buying experience to welcome female customers. Many of the professional salespeople on his staff are women, including one who speaks fluent Spanish, to accommodate women who are more comfortable doing business in that language.

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start-from-scratch building blocks engineering strategy that keeps Mazda’s fun and responsive to drive personality while it achieves important energy and performance goals. Beecher has this to say about the CX-5, “This great car is fun to drive, the gas mileage is better than any other vehicle in its category, it’s really sporty looking and it comes in either two-wheel and all-wheel drive. I think it’s a car that’s perfect for today’s busy and active woman.”

When customers walk up to the showroom doors, they’re greeted only by one salesperson to welcome them and start the information process. “We know women especially don’t like to feel they have to run a gauntlet of salespeople when they’re often just looking for information. At Planet Mazda, we make it easy, and we hope, interesting.” Of course, the other important thing is the car itself. Beecher is especially proud of the new Mazda CX-5, which easily holds five passengers with plenty of room left for pets, packages, groceries and stuff. Like all new Mazda offerings, this vehicle uses innovative SkyActiv technology. This proprietary engineering system designs each model from the ground up to achieve the three goals of maximum fuel efficiency, low emissions and top performance. In short, it’s a

The CX-5 also comes with many additional features that are important to women drivers. It’s equipped with Bluetooth, for hands-free telephone calling, and with keyless entry, a critical security feature. A navigation system is available as an option. Every CX-5 has a full component of safety features, including airbags and air curtains, and the SkyActiv engineering is designed to ensure vehicle strength and stability. To address another concern that many women have, Mazda offers a strong warrantee and service program. All new vehicles come with 100,000 mile limited warranty, a year of free oil changes and roadside assistance for a year. Beecher and his team are enthusiastic about the Mazda offering and eager to share their knowledge with this very important segment of the car-buying public. “If you’re thinking about a new car, please come and see us,” said Beecher, “Planet Mazda wants to be the best dealership in the Valley for women in the market for a car.” For more information, visit planetmazdalv.com.

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FaLL LaunCh Party The Fall 2014 issue of Las Vegas Woman magazine was the largest one to date with 144 pages and its launch was a celebration at the Veil at Silverton Casino Lodge, featuring cover models Drs. Victoria and Vinne Chen. Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Liquor offered a wine tasting, food samples were provided by Diamonds Events & Productions with entertainment by High Flyinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Entertainment. Photos of guests were provided by Vegas Clicks Photo Booth. Attendees had the opportunity to see the latest in products and services. Photography by Scott Boden Photography and Vegas Clicks

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Community in blue United Way of Southern Nevada celebrated its Community in Blue | Campaign Celebration 2014 event at Rio All-Suite Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. The event sponsored by NV Energy and Wynn Las Vegas highlighted United Wayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community achievements and honors individuals, businesses and community partners who joined with United Way to transform lives. Chet Buchanan, radio personality at 98.5 KLUC and Dayna Roselli, FM News Radio 100.5 KXNT, served as masters of ceremonies for the event. Also recognized at the event was United Way of Southern Nevadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2014-15 Pacesetter Award recipients. Photography by Nick Coletsos

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40 Plus Divas M3K Beauty, Go Curvy TV and Las Vegas Woman magazine, along with 515 Marketing N More, presented the 40 Plus Divas Fashion and Vendor Expo in the new Westgate Resort & Casino (formally The LVH). The event showcased women forty and over in sizes six to twenty-six. There was also a Sip & Shop Vendor Expo, VIP Red Carpet reception, Fashion Show and VIP Champagne After Party. 40 Plus Divas offered emerging designers an opportunity to present their collections before an audience of fashion conscious consumers. A portion of the proceeds from the show benefited The Rape Crisis Center of Las Vegas. Photography by Adam Frazier Photography and Hawklight Imagery

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CeLebrity goLF tournaMent New Vista, a Las Vegas nonprofit organization serving Southern Nevada for nearly 30 years, hosted its first annual Celebrity Golf Tournament at Spanish Trail on Sept. 29. The weather was perfect and the player turnout and community support was very strong. The event included goodie bags, surprise golfer gifts, raffle prizes, light breakfast, on course snacks and luncheon reception. The Blasco family donated the cost of green fees for the event. Photography by G Photographic

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Tasha Schwikert is one of the first scholarship recipients of the Las Vegas Business Academy. Founded in 2011, Las Vegas Business Academy is a nonprofit organization devoted to providing scholarship funds for students pursuing a law degree or master’s degree in business or hospitality management at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Schwikert is a bronze medal winner for the U.S. Gymnastics team during 2000 Olympics and is currently pursuing a Juris Doctorate Degree and expected to graduate in May 2015.

Jolley Urga Woodbury & Little Attorneys at Law announced the appointment of Barbara Yamamoto as the firm’s office administrator. In her new position, Yamamoto will oversee daily operations and manage administrative staff. Yamamoto received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English/Secondary Education from Adrian College in Adrian, Mich. Yamamoto is active in the Las Vegas chapter of Association of Legal Administrators.

Lillian McMorris has been selected as the 2014 Person of the Year by the Black Music Association & Academy of America. McMorris was honored and recognized for her commitment to community at the BMA “Rock N Soul” awards recently held. McMorris is the host and executive producer of “The Lillian McMorris Show” and owner of Your Resource, a community resource developed to match needs, find solutions and distribute information.

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Goodwill of Southern Nevada announced Terri Conway as chief culture officer, a new position for the nonprofit agency. Conway will oversee human resources systems that impact the culture of the organization such as performance management, organizational development, training, performance management, benefits and compensation. A strategic human resources executive, Conway brings extensive people and organizational development experience having held human resource executive roles since 2005, including Senior Vice President of Human Resources for SHFL Entertainment and Vice President of Human Resources for HAVI Logistics, North America.

Samantha Robbins, an alumna of the Class of 1997, is the director of advancement at The Meadows School, a PreK-12 independent college preparatory school. Her duties in the newly formed advancement office include directing all of the marketing, admissions and development efforts of the school. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies from Brandeis University in Waltham, Mass.

Susan Holecheck is the current town manager and public information officer of Pahrump. A resident of Nevada since 1991, Holecheck practiced law, served on the Mesquite City Council and was officially sworn in as the first woman mayor of Mesquite. Holecheck left office in 2011 and was approached to become Pahrump’s town manager in 2013.

Colliers International – Las Vegas, announced the company has hired Sandra Naseef and Natalie Hufford. Naseef has joined the Naseef Investment Services Team and will be responsible for research, development, and communications for the team. Naseef brings almost 30 years of experience in commercial real estate. Naseef is an active member of ISCS and volunteers for the Clark County School District, providing bilingual translation services to students in need. As administrative assistant, Hufford will assist the industrial team of Mike DeLew and Greg Pancirov with all administrative duties. She is also a recent graduate from College of Southern Nevada with an associate’s degree in deaf studies, American Sign Language. Hufford volunteers with Three Square, ASPCA, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Insurance agent Sarah Loy was named Associate Agent of the Year for the Pacific Intermountain Region at a recent Las Vegas meeting. Loy began working in the insurance industry at 18 years old after being sued for $100,000 after an auto accident. It was then that she realized that many people didn’t understand their insurance coverage and she wanted to be the resource that would help them understand their policy before a claim happened. As an agent with American National Insurance Company, Loy offers her clients a broad line of products and services but she sees her primary role as a teacher.

Quillin Advertising, Public Relations & Social Media has announced two new staff members. Julia Gilmour will serve as social media strategist. A Las Vegas native, Gilmour returns from Missouri where she attended the University of Missouri-Columbia and obtained a bachelor of journalism degree with an emphasis in strategic communication. Her experience spans areas related to digital and social media marketing, having worked on multiple campaigns for national brands including Purina, Enterprise, Balance Bar and Universal Studios. Marilyn Valenzuela joins the public relations team as coordinator. A recent graduate, Valenzuela attended the Hank Greenspun School of Journalism and Media Studies and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Aid for AIDS of Nevada announced the appointment of Nikki Ferraro as the new Board of Trustees President for a two-year term after previously serving as vice president. After her grandmother was diagnosed with HIV, Ferraro began volunteering with AFAN over 12 years ago, and her involvement with the organization has grown at every opportunity. As vice president, Ferraro created the agency’s psycho-social wellness group for women of all ages called “Mothers, Sisters, Daughters.”

Sundance Helicopters has hired Pavy Mueller as assistant director of international and group sales. Mueller will be responsible for worldwide corporate and convention group sales with a focus on the Asian market. Mueller brings more than 20 years hospitality industry experience. She has a master’s degree in communications and is fluent in Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia and English.

Langdon Flynn Communications, a public relations firm, announced the promotion of Michelle St. Angelo to the role of vice president. St. Angelo had served as the firm’s director of development for the previous three years. St. Angelo will oversee a variety of aspects of public relations for the company that lists such high profile accounts as The Venetian and Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino, the Life is Beautiful Festival, AEG Live Las Vegas, Wolfgang Puck Restaurants, Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas, Carrot Top, Stations Casinos, Human Nature and Rao’s Restaurant Group among others.

Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman and the Las Vegas City Council appointed Polly Weinstein, of Tower of Jewels and The Jeweler’s Daughter, to the 12-member board of the Las Vegas Arts Commission. The Arts Commission funds public art projects through the city’s one percent for the arts program and oversees the commissioning of all artwork located on city property. Weinstein is also spearheading a major makeover of their Rampart location where she will implement a series of social and community events as part of their new business strategy. Her father Jack Weinstein is one of Vegas’ retail pioneers as well as active in the community.

Five local students including Madison Santoli and Marjorie Valeria Matias Evora attended Bank of America’s Student Leadership Summit in Washington D.C., where they were introduced to aspects of civic, social and business leadership. The teens were chosen from among more than 100 local applicants to participate in the bank’s Student Leaders program. The program, now in its 10th year, also allows participants to gain hands-on work experience including paid internships at Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Vegas. One of the selected leaders and the recent valedictorian of West Career and Technical Academy, Santoli, has aspirations to become a bioethicist and ultimately run for Congress.

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he National Association of Catering and Events, one of the oldest and largest catering associations, encompasses all aspects of the catering industry including wedding and event planners, caterers and hoteliers, event professionals and educational institutions. NACE offers educational programs, professional certification, chapter initiatives, networking opportunities, recognition and awards programs, a job bank, community service projects and annual conference. Kay Kolbo, Community Service Chair of NACE and account executive for Las Vegas Woman magazine, was part of the Las Vegas NACE Delegation at NACE Experience Baltimore where the Las Vegas Chapter received the 2013 Chapter Community Service of The Year award for the nation. NACE Las Vegas Community Service is involved in a number of ways including the annual donation of 400 hot meals and desserts for Street Teens of Las Vegas’ monthly birthday dinners, aiding Candlelighters Childhood Children Cancer Foundation with fundraising efforts and providing Shadetree’s annual Mother’s Day cards and family portraits. 116

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Vegas PBS has announced the appointment of Annie Emprima-Martin as its new Veterans Coordinator, Tammy McMahan as its communications specialist, Catherine Francisco as Underwriter of Corporate Sponsorships and the appointment of Lori Lea as the new president of Southern Nevada Public Television. A member of the station’s Workforce Training & Economic Development division, Emprima-Martin is responsible for working with individuals, educators, government entities, nonprofits and business and industry enterprises to connect veterans to educational services, military friendly employment opportunities, community resources, and grant-funded veteran specific programs. Emprima-Martin will also be assisting the station’s Stories of Service initiatives. Emprima-Martin is currently serving as a Staff Sergeant in the Nevada Army National Guard as the 17th Sustainment Brigade Support Operations Financial Management Advisor. Francisco will be responsible for building support for diverse Vegas PBS television and outreach programs and special events. Francisco earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at San Francisco State University and an associate of arts degree in merchandise marketing at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco. She also has a certification in Television and Radio Broadcasting from Ohlone College in Fremont, Calif.

Southern Nevada Public Television provides volunteer, financial, marketing and advocacy support for the television station. Lea has been a member of the board for more than seven years and previously served as Vice President and Secretary. Lea is founding Co-Chair of the Vegas PBS Women’s Engagement Council and a member of the Vegas PBS Charlotte Hill. Owner and publisher of her own company, AECIndustryPro.com LLC, Lea has more than 25 years of experience in the architecture, engineering and construction industries.

McMahan volunteers for the American Red Cross of Southern Nevada where she assists with social media and events. She also serves as a Las Vegas-Clark County Library District volunteer in support of their grant application efforts, and as a member of the Steering Committee of the Vegas Valley Book Festival.

Yasnai Rodriguez has joined the Nevada Health Care Association as administrative support, where she will provide assistance in all areas of administrative oversight, communication and scheduling for the association’s executives. Rodriguez is a summa cum laude graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago, where she received her degree in law and criminology. A member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and the UIC Honors College, she is currently pursuing her law degree at the UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law.

Colliers International – Las Vegas, announced the company has hired Chelsy Cardin as marketing project manager. In her role, Cardin oversees all local marketing efforts for Colliers International. She is tasked with creating innovative marketing strategies for the brokerage firm, including increasing its social media presence, hosting local thoughtleadership events and distributing ongoing updates and newsletters. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in visual communications from American Intercontinental University and a Master of Business Administration in marketing from the University of Phoenix.

Holly Walczak is the Las Vegas Ski & Snowboard Resort’s new human resources manager. She will oversee LVSSR’s employee recruiting, training, evaluation and development programs. She will also work closely with the executive team to identify and create new positions as the area moves forward with its expansion plan. A resident of Las Vegas since 2000, Walczak, a mother of five children, also coaches Little League softball and volunteers for the All-American Booster Club and Parent Teacher Association.

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Amie Modglin, a coroner investigator with the Clark County Office of the Coroner/Medical Examiner, was recently honored as a Hero with Heart by the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) of Southern Nevada. Modglin’s professionalism, compassion and heart assisting a family during an unexpected death lead to her being nominated by a TIP volunteer and selected for the honor.

Kling Law Offices, a Las Vegas based estate planning, elder law, asset protection and business planning law firm, announced that Ann Mackey Kling has completed a Master of Laws degree in Elder Law from Stetson University College of Law. This advanced law degree will allow Kling to better serve those in the community needing elder law assistance. Elder law focuses on the care and protection of seniors, guardianships, long term care planning, Medicaid and special needs planning. Kling has been a licensed attorney for more than 20 years.

Michelle D. Alarie, a litigator based in Armstrong Teasdale’s Las Vegas office, was named to the board of directors of the William S. Boyd School of Law Society of Advocates. As a board member, she will be responsible for alumni outreach and organizing competitions hosted by the law school, including the just announced Gaming Law Moot Court Competition and the Judge Lloyd George Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition (the regional competition for the American Bankruptcy Institutes’ Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court Competition).

Colliers International – Las Vegas announced Caitlin Lorreli has joined the Maretti Investment Team as administrative assistant. She obtained a Nevada real estate license in 2005 and began working in commercial real estate in 2008. Lorreli’s education includes being a Juris Doctorate Candidate at the Boyd School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice with a minor in Communications from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

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Tina Wichmann is the co-owner of BUNNYFiSH Studio. Her work is showcased through projects that include the new Inspire Theatre, Gold Spike, Hydrant Club and Sambalatte (Strip location). Wichmann holds a Master’s in Architecture from University of Nevada, Las Vegas and enjoys using her skills in Las Vegas. Wichmann gives back to the community through guest lectures and critiques at University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Samantha Krerowicz, an MBA graduate from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and her mother Beth recently opened Bakeshop at 2550 Anthem Village Dr. In addition to baked from scratch gourmet cupcakes, cookies and tres leches, Bakeshop offers gluten free, no sugar added, low carb, high protein and pure sugar baked goods. Bakeshop will cater in addition to hosting parties and showers.

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ov Hanna Izkovich, president of the 2014 Tri Sigma Sorority, Theta Epsilon Chapter, is attending the University of Nevada, Las Vegas majoring in pre-med, minoring in psychology and working towards her goal of becoming a plastic surgeon. She is a skilled, successful and enthusiastic multilingual actor, model and a dancer who speaks English, Hebrew and Spanish fluently and is enjoying a thriving career while attending college. Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, she moved to the United States at the age of 12. She is the daughter of the owners of The Perfect Princess Cut and I DO Diamonds, a diamond wholesaler that services clients nationwide. Izkovich enjoys time with her family, traveling, challenges and fashion. She also gives back in community service, especially concentrating in areas in the medical field and the Jewish community. Izkovich believes that, “The empowered woman is powerful beyond measure and beautiful beyond description.”

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our Facebook page. We want to talk to people in the moment when something is actually happening.” “We have a team and all of us are monitoring the social media together before, during and after the show,” Telles added. “The show has become the power of the media and the hashtags.” The hashtag for the show is #VVLive and so the audience can send in comments and questions as well as photos and videos to be shown in real time. People watching help to steer the conversation. “Valley View!” also has a house band house, Ashley Red, and, as Telles explained, “People love karaoke, love singing along and request songs. But we just don’t give a shout out and say thanks, but we show the tweet on air.” “Also what has really been fun for me is seeing Rikki (Cheese) open up,” Vu said. “As a newscaster, you don’t get to hear their opinions on anything except report the news. We are all having a blast. We are having a good time, we want our audience to join us and have a good time while also discussing topical subjects.” Vu has co-hosted “The Morning Blend” for four years and many of the guests on “Valley

View Live!” has also appeared on the morning program. Many of the co-hosts already know Vu and she offers an insider’s look at the many celebrities in Las Vegas. “We are seeing many celebs and they are loving the show and we are thrilled about that,” Telles said. “As a correspondent for ‘OK! TV,’ I can also add stories about celebrities and entertainment in Las Vegas.” As a Las Vegas native, Cheese believes that “Las Vegas is now one of the most exciting cities on the planet. The evolution of our Valley has just been wonderful.” All three hosts have their focus for the show. Telles emphasizes social media and entertainment. Vu loves to shop and on Dao’s Deals, she shares bargains she has found. Cheese is the pet person and owns a tribe of several very large American Akitas. All three are looking forward to the show evolving and becoming a part of a bigger picture. “Valley View Live!” airs on KTNV Channel 13 Monday to Friday at 2 p.m. Visit jrn.com/ktnv. Like them on Facebook at facebook.com/ ValleyViewLive, follow on Twitter at twitter. com/ValleyViewLive and on Instagram @ valleyviewlive. The hashtag is #VVLive.

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Miss Asian Las Vegas Winners TEEN Rianne Lu, MS. Jamie Stephenson, MRS. Esmeralda Gould and MISS Monica Fung Photo Credit Tom Donoghue

h e second annual Miss Asian Las Vegas Pageant lit up The Palazzo Theatre stage at The Palazzo Las Vegas with pure glitz and glamour as 21 delegates, ages 15-52, competed for the titles of TEEN, MISS, MS. and MRS. Kicking off the excitement, local icons and celebrity judges walked the VIP red carpet and posed for photos. Among the group were judges Marquel Martin, former contestant on ABC’s “The Bachelorette” and “Bachelor in Paradise,” Isabelle Du, current cast member on CBS’s “The Amazing Race,” Dennis Hour current cast member on CBS’s “The Amazing Race,” professional BMX rider Ricardo Laguna, magician Murray Sawchuck and his wife, dancer Chloe Crawford. Returning emcee Patranya Bhoolsuwan, KLAS Ch. 8’s reporter and anchor, announced each number. Throughout the show, she was joined by her co-hosts Catherine Ho, 2013 Miss Asian Las Vegas, and Alexandra Drechsler, 2013 Miss Asian Las Vegas 2nd Runner Up. The contestants came out for introductions in their cultural costumes including China, Cambodia, Japan, Korea, Philippines and Vietnam. Talent followed with amazing vocals, cultural dances and even a mother and daughter duet by TEEN delegate Jannah Bowen and MRS. delegate Tammy Tsai. Daniel Park, Lydia Ansel and Zowie Bowie entertained the audience.

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Judges included Martin, Du, Hour and Laguna as well as James Mulligan, official artist for Disney and Warner Bros.; Michael Skenandore, president at WENDOH Media; Carrie CarterHenderson, founder/president of BESTAgency; Roy Ng, chief operating officer at Twilio Inc. and Mary Choi Kelly, vice president of human resources at The Venetian and The Palazzo. The 2014 Miss Asian Las Vegas Pageant was sponsored by: The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas, Mikimoto America, Caché, Liquid Lace Swimwear, Jameson & Staggs Real Estate of Coldwell Banker Premier Realty, Las Vegas Badminton Club, Nevada Legal Forms & Tax Services, Physicians Consulting Services, O’ Harmony Realty LLC, Photographer Sue Bryce, Genesis Realty Advisors, Sales and Leasing Executive of Turnberry Towers Gina Chen, Summerlin Family Wealth, International Home USA, The Juice Standard, Dr. Andrew Cash of Desert Institute of Spine Care and Certified Public Accountant Calvin Louie. The Miss Asian Las Vegas Organization’s mission is to provide a platform to help build leadership, friendships, community involvement, etiquette, and talent in young Asian American women in Las Vegas. The Pageant will also help to promote each contestant’s unique culture, identity, passions, and personal and humanitarian goals as well as showcase contestants’ overall essence of intellect, leadership and beauty. For more information, visit MissAsianLasVegas.com.

2014 MISS ASIAN LAS VEGAS TITLES 2014 Miss Asian Las Vegas TEEN: Rianne Lu 1st Runner Up: Megan Madison 2014 Miss Asian Las Vegas, MISS: Monica Fung 1st Runner Up: Erica Valdriz 2nd Runner Up: Christine Ko 2014 Miss Asian Las Vegas MS.: Jamie Stephenson 1st Runner Up: Violetta Taing 2014 Miss Asian Las Vegas MRS.: Esmeralda Gould 2014 Miss Asian Las Vegas MRS., Senior: Tammy Tsai

2014 MISS ASIAN LAS VEGAS HONORARY AWARDS Best Costume: Esmeralda Gould Miss Photogenic: Rowena Tuallo Miss Social Media: Celina Go Miss Congeniality: Christine Ko Miss People’s Choice: Rianne Lu Miss Talent: Tammy Tsai and Jannah Bowen Miss Entrepreneur: Celina Go

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ack in the day men used to honor women in ways that seem to be in stark contrast to how they do today. Men would not use profanity or cuss in the presence of a lady. Men would also remove their hats in the presence of a lady. Men would assist her with everything from holding her hand going up and down steps to getting the door as she moves in and out of cars and buildings. In the story of the Titanic, the most important people to save were “Women and children first!”

From a scriptural basis a woman is God’s greatest gift to man. In other words, she is the most precious part of man’s existence. She takes his name and provides him ecstatic pleasures, relieves his sexual tensions and takes his seed and produces children. This procreation process sustains our continued existence. Nowadays we have way too many men who abuse women. Men lie to and cheat on them. They’re called Ho’s and *itches. Women have been beaten, raped, humiliated and taken for granted, disrespected and degraded in every way imaginable by men. Perhaps it’s time to ask “Have we men lost our minds?”

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Women are our mothers and grandmothers. Women serve as the portal through which we all enter into existence. Women are our daughters and granddaughters. Women are our sisters, aunts and nieces. Women are our wives and lovers and our closest companion. She is divine and magnificent. She is priceless and her value is beyond measure so much that every kingdom throughout history was built to serve, honor and protect the Queen. The way to treat a lady is simple. Treat her as if she is the most important thing that God ever made. Pay close attention, shut up and listen to her (sometimes this is all she needs, not advice— just listen). If she is your wife then treat her as if she is the only person that you must answer to, because she is. Always respect and honor her. Don’t threaten, intimidate or yell at her and never strike at her. Always be prepared to defend or protect her from harm. Be honest with her and be faithful and loyal too. If you’re a man reading this asking “Yeah but what’s in it for me?” means you’ll never be fit for a relationship with her because you’re making it all about you when you should be making it all about her. The only time you can get offended is when you’re making it all about you. The only time you can get angry is when you are making it all about you. When you approach her with a good and healthy attitude of respect and gratitude and selflessly

serve her as a way to glorify the Great God that gave her…you are now on the right track. We don’t give to her to get anything…we give to her because we want her to have everything. Eternal Blessings. Rev. Thabiti is internationally known as the world’s most accurate personal forecast expert. His Time-Map System at ThePower.org provides illuminated directional guidance to those who want help out of dark situations and circumstances. Contact him directly at CEO@ ThePower.com.

Congratulations Las Vegas Woman Magazine congratulates Mark Hutchison in his victory for Lt. Governor. Thank you for all your support of the publication over the years. We are so happy for you. ~From the team at Las Vegas Woman Magazine

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s 2014 comes to a close it is only natural to think of 2015 and new beginnings. It’s a tradition for many people: make a set of New Year’s Resolutions, promise to adhere to them and then 12 months later look back and say “okay that didn’t work but this time I really mean it.” My feeling is, rather than try to change 20 things at once, why not focus on one that truly matters and that anyone can achieve: improving one’s fitness and health. If losing extra holiday pounds and getting in better shape has not been one of your own resolutions, it has likely been the resolution of friends and family. I think fitness may be such a popular resolution because so many of us are unhappy with how we look or feel; and the reason we are unhappy isn’t just aesthetic, it’s the fact that deep down, we know there is nothing more important than our health. After all, if you are in bad shape, it’s going to be hard to achieve any of your other life’s goals. So as the New Year begins maybe we should all take this as an opportunity to embrace new fitness goals and beginnings. I personally decided not to wait until Jan. 1. My mother and I have been exercising this past year, but in addition, we recently decided to actually make an entire lifestyle change. When we started working out we told our trainer, “We are not trying to lose weight or build muscle, we are just working out,” and our progress reflected our lack of a goal. My new beginning

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occurred when I decided to compete in fitness competitions. Rather than looking to food for comfort or for enjoyment, I now look at food as nourishing fuel. I begin each day looking forward to my workout, because it’s another step in my plan to set a new personal fitness record. And whether you are 26 or 86, you can always set a new reachable goal for yourself. You don’t have to compete against others, make your new beginning a competition with yourself. And with your newfound fitness, I bet you’ll find you have the energy to start a few other new beginnings. Use this New Year as an opportunity to start again. Do what makes you healthy and happy!

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Walk us through a typical day in your shoes. Each and every day I think of new ways to make people smile. I go into my magic shop and invent new illusions all geared to make my audiences feel a sense of wonder, excitement and enjoyment.

Have you ever purchased any As Seen on TV items? It seems I often lose my keys so I bought Magic Finder on TV. This is a device that you hook up your keys to so they never get lost. I ended up losing the magic finder and now I have a huge useless keychain attached to my keys. Luckily it only cost 19.99.

If you could destroy a grade-school photo of yourself, what year would it be and why? I love all my grade school photos! Just kidding! If I could destroy one, it would have to be eighth grade. In eighth grade I thought it would be super funny to make a ridiculous face for the camera, and I did just that. The face stuck and was printed in the yearbook. I got a lot of backlash from my family because I made a funny face.

While grocery shopping, what is your stick-in-the-cartwhen-no-one-is-looking item? I absolutely love coffee. It’s like a drug to me. If I drink coffee, I end up going a million miles per hour and don’t sleep at all during the night. Needless to say I am not allowed to have any coffee after 5 p.m. Beware of the cappuccino; I end up performing magic 24/7.

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Do you ever play “tourist” in Vegas? If so, what is your favorite thing to do? If I play tourist I love to go to the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens and feast my eyes on the amazing displays. They really know how to decorate a garden.

What do you do to unwind and relax? When I unwind I love to watch movies and or read a good book. Sundays are always fun to relax with the family and enjoy a beautiful day.

Does anyone ever mistake you for someone else? Someone thought I was Pitbull. Then I start showing them magic and they freak out, saying “Pitbull can do magic.” If I start rapping they know I’m not Pitbull. Grabel hit the entertainment scene as a star personality and has touched the hearts of millions. As a finalist on NBC-TV’S “Americas Got Talent,” he was crowned The Showman by Peirce Morgan and received a standing ovation by judges Howie Mandel and Sharon Osborn. Grabel was featured on “Extra,” “Talk Soup,” NBC, ABC and Bravo’s “Millionaire Matchmaker.” Grabel’s next appearance is on Animal Planet’s “TANKED.” As a reality TV star and entertainer, Grabel continues to bring excitement, wonder and enjoyment to the screen. Visit SethGrabel.com to find out upcoming appearances.

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