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- A (brief) history of the (strides and struggles of the Las Vegas) Arts District
- It’s been a long haul to get here. Now, with Downtown development on everybody’s lips, Weekly takes ... read article
- A night backstage with the Green Fairy at ‘Absinthe’
- Rick Lax spends a night at ‘Absinthe’ to see if the Caesars circus is even zanier behind ... read article
The Intersection
- Machine Guns Vegas to make shooting sexy
- What else can Vegas sex up? Oh, yes—firearms. more
- Mirage’s new Kardashian Khaos store is aptly named
- The celebutantes’ boutique opened at the Strip-side resort on Tuesday. more
- My first buffet: Vegas baptism by spicy cabbage
- Weekly writer Erin Ryan experiences the Vegas staple for the first time. more
- Counter-protest outnumbers Westboro Baptist Church picket in Las Vegas
- The controversial church visited town on Tuesday, inspiring many locals to assemble in opposition. more
- Amy Winehouse’s autopsy reveals “death by misadventure”
- With the official coroner’s report comes closure, sort of… more
- Is it time to start embracing the decay of Las Vegas?
- Local writers explore the idea in a new book titled ‘Fade Sag Crumble.’. more
- Thinking about Halloween costumes, landlines and more
- Also, a candy corn discussion. more
- Conversation starters: From ‘Sister Wives’ to crappy copiers
- Also, the Clark County Coroner’s Office hits the airwaves soon. more
- Weekly Q&A: Jake Saady is a man with a network
- Light Group’s vice president of marketing has more than 20,000 contacts and counting. more
- Random photo of the week
- Submitted by Eric J. Wingate. more
Nightlife
- Hot Spots: Erick Morillo, Deena Nicole and more
- Also, Cali Swag District performs at Club Nikki. more
- Nightlife news & notes: ‘DJ Mag’ reveals its top lists and more
- Also, Steve Aoki collaborates with a well-known indie musician. more
- Aces & Ales hopes to be named Most Arrogant Bar in America
- And you can still help them take the title, as the Stone Brewing Company-sponsored competition ends on November 6. more
Arts & Entertainment
- Talking zombies and shadows with author Max Brooks
- The son of Mel Brooks wanted to be Tom Clancy, not his dad. more
- Raise a toast to the Las Vegas Valley Book Festival
- The Las Vegas Valley Book Festival is celebrating 10 years, and Kristen Peterson thinks that’s pretty darn cool. more
- Our guide to can’t-miss Vegas Valley Book Fest events
- From comics to the keynote, you’ll want to catch these. more
- Writers and visual artists knock heads in new ‘10x10’ exhibit
- In partnership with the Vegas Valley Book Festival, the invitational paired visual artists and writers of varying media and genres to reflect on issues ranging ... more
- Slutty nurse out, bloody Shakespeare heroine in at Halloween by the Book
- Hamlet and Gertrude are chatting up Hunter S. Thompson and Dr. Gonzo, while Gatsby poses for a picture near Mark Twain. more
- Alt-tribute group Red Eye Radio out-nerdgasms Weezer
- I’ve never seen the real Rivers Cuomo fall to his knees in full-on nerdgasm during “Undone: The Sweater Song.” more
- Where to go, what to listen to and what to play this month
- A great game, a great lecture … and a great new Angry Birds character more
- Dragone’s ‘Le Reve’ remains a splashy delight
- Le Rêve remains a splashy delight, comparable to any Cirque show, especially as the holidays approach and family-friendly options are at a premium. more
- Two opinions on the new Lou Reed/Metallica collaboration ‘Lulu’
- A Lou Reed fan and a Metallica fan review ‘Lulu’ more
- ‘Death of the Republic’ a fascinating look at a president
- Candice Millard takes a historical look at the death of James Garfield more
- CD review: Kelly Clarkson’s ‘Stronger’
- Kelly Clarkson’s latest isn’t very inspired, but will please her fans more
Screen
- ‘Anonymous’ is an affront to Shakespeare’s work
- In asking who wrote it, the movie fails to honor it. more
- Michael Shannon brings uncomfortable intensity to ‘Take Shelter’
- The Boardwalk Empire actor remains creepy as ever in this unsettling drama. more
- Christmas for stoners: Harold and Kumar are back!
- The tone is right, and the humor sustains it. more
Taste
- Island Sushi & Hawaiian Grill gives the Plaza an infusion of great ...
- Now there’s a steady spot for Downtowners to get their weekly sushi (and Spam) fix.
- Red Rock Pizza is not DiGiorno (and we're glad)
- Red Rock does it fast and hot, makes marinara fresh daily, crisps the crust well and uses quality ingredients.
- Smoky, salty and sweet is Comme Ca's duck confit cinnamon roll
- The “frosting” is duck fat, bacon, powdered sugar and real maple syrup. Seriously.
- Food truck festival dishing up bliss
- Bliss sets up shop at the South Point for a food truck festival
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Soundcheck
- CD review: Florence + The Machine's 'Ceremonials'
- Florence + The Machine's sophomore effort 'Ceremonials' is fantastic
Read more... - CD review: The Beach Boys' 'The Smile Sessions'
- The extended version of The Beach Boys' classic 'Smile' is a bit much, but contains much to enjoy
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- A Lou Reed fan and a Metallica fan review 'Lulu'
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Featured Cocktail
Nov 4, 2011
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E.C. Gladstone
Drinking like Jay-Z with the Ace of Spades
You’ve probably heard about Ace of Spades Champagne, Jay-Z’s bubbly of choice. Maybe you’ve even noticed it being served with gusto at Tao, where a flying “Bottle Fairy” delivers it ...
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