“LET’S GO CRAZY” WITH PURPLE REIGN MONTH AT WESTGATE LAS VEGAS RESORT & CASINO

Purple Reign After Dark, a funk fusion after-party, to kick off Friday, April 7 at 10:45 p.m. inside The Crown Room
“Let’s Go Crazy” with Purple Reign Month at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. For the month of April, the renowned Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino will go purple and celebrate all things Prince, including month-long promotions and the debut of Purple Reign After Dark.

Kicking off Friday, April 7 at 10:45 p.m., Purple Reign After Dark is a funk fusion after-party held inside The Crown Room above the famed International Theater, following each Friday performance of Purple Reign. A sophisticated, free-wheeling dance environment, Purple Reign After Dark offers guests a VIP musical experience alongside the talented performers of Purple Reign. Purple Reign After Dark is free with the purchase of a VIP ticket to Purple Reign.

The award-winning Prince tribute show Purple Reign, featuring Jason Tenner as Prince, returns you to the era when blistering performances made “The Artist” an international superstar. Held inside the famed International Theater every Wednesday through Saturday at 9 p.m., tickets to Purple Reign are $49.47 for general admission, $67.82 for VIP and $76.99 for the Purple Velvet Package, which includes pre-seating, VIP seats and a souvenir t-shirt.

All tickets include taxes and service fees and can be purchased at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & casino box office at 800-222-5361 or online at WestgateVegas.com Guests must be 18 years or older. For additional information on Purple Reign Month and the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, please visit WestgateVegas.com.
About Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, a legendary world-class destination, offers a unique blend of amenities and excitement with all your favorite table games, hottest slots on the market, incredible restaurants, endless entertainment, more than 225,000 square feet of meeting space and the world's largest Race & Sports SuperBook®, which is home to Nevada’s largest wagering system and more than 4,488 square feet of state-of-the-art HD video screens, in a comfortable, smoke-free environment. Westgate Las Vegas provides a range of culinary adventures with eight restaurants, including the world-famous Benihana, the award-winning Edge Steakhouse and the newest addition Fresco Italiano.
The property features entertainment options in the International Theater and the Westgate Cabaret and has recently undergone a more than $150 million renovation, that has encompassed every square inch of the property, including the addition of 300 timeshare villas, the all-new International Bar, a fully renovated pool deck, 1,200 remodeled Signature Rooms and the luxurious Serenity Spa, which was recently awarded the 2017 Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star Award. For more information or to book accommodations, call toll free at (800) 732-7117 or log on to WestgateVegas.com.

43nd Annual UNLVino Returns March 30 – April 1

This year, the 43rd annual UNLVino will feature three days of events, for wine, beer and spirit enthusiasts, March 30-April 1, 2017. Nevada’s original wine festival will showcase an array of international beverages and continue Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits of Nevada’s mission to raise millions of scholarship dollars for students of UNLV’s William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration.

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ACCESS HOLLYWOOD’S NATALIE MORALES TO HOST “CINEMACON BIG SCREEN ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

AWARDS WILL TAKE PLACE ON THURSDAY, MARCH 30, 2017

Access Hollywood’s Natalie Morales will host this years “CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards,” it was announced today by Mitch Neuhauser, Managing Director of CinemaCon. CinemaCon, the official convention of The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) will be held March 27- 30 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. The “CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards” will feature top film industry talent and takes place on the evening of Thursday, March 30, at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, hosted by the Coca-Cola Company, the official presenting sponsor or CinemaCon.
“We couldn’t be more excited to have the magnificent Natalie Morales on hand to be our host for the evening,” noted Neuhauser. “We are happy to continue our longstanding partnership with Access Hollywood for the Big Screen Achievement Awards and know that Natalie will assist in making this a fantastic evening for all.”
Natalie Morales is the West Coast anchor of NBC News’ TODAY, host of NBCU’s “Access Hollywood” and co-host of “Access Hollywood Live.” She previously served as news anchor and co-host of TODAY’s third-hour. Morales has contributed to several major breaking news stories and has also landed many exclusive celebrity interviews including Angelina Jolie who revealed she was having twins, Caitlyn Jenner on life after her transition and Jennifer Lopez on her career and family. Morales, who speaks Spanish and Portuguese, was born in Taiwan and graduated summa cum laude from Rutgers University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and Latin American studies. She currently resides in Los Angeles with her husband and two sons.
About CinemaCon
CinemaCon will attract upwards of 5,000 motion picture professionals from all facets of the industry –from exhibition and distribution, to the equipment and concession areas all on hand to celebrate the movie-going experience and the cinema industry. From exclusive Hollywood product presentations highlighting a slate of upcoming films, to must-see premiere feature screenings, to the biggest stars, producers and directors, CinemaCon will help jumpstart the excitement and buzz that surrounds the summer season at the box office.
CinemaCon is delighted to have both the International Cinema Technology Association (ICTA) and National Association of Concessionaires (NAC) as its tradeshow partners. CinemaCon is also delighted to have as its official presenting sponsor, The Coca-Cola Company, one of the industry’s greatest and highly regarded and respected partners in the world of the movies.

Little Black Dress Event

The Las Vegas Fashion Council hosted its 3rd Annual Little Black Dress Event on November 17 at Saks Fifth Avenue inside Fashion Show, that featured a Saks Fifth Avenue Fashion Show, along with a Little Black Dress design competition by students from the Art Institute.
The student of the best black dress design received $500 grant toward their education. The event included a raffle, live entertainment, a selection of food and beverage and swag bags for the first 100 guests.
This year’s event benefited the Las Vegas Fashion Council and Friends of Shade Tree.

23rd Annual Holiday Cactus Garden at Ethel M Chocolates - Now Open.

Famed chocolatier, Ethel M Chocolates, once again lit up the night with its 23rd Annual Holiday Cactus Garden celebration on November 15th. The countdown to the lighting of more than a million colorful lights took place at Ethel M Chocolates Henderson Factory and Cactus Garden location. The evening was hosted by Mercedes from 94.1 and live performances includes local Vegas Performers and Terry Fator.

Glittering Lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Nevada’s largest holiday drive-thru light show spectacular, Glittering Lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway celebrates 16 spectacular years of holiday tradition in Southern Nevada. The drive-thru light show features more than three million lights along a 2.5 - mile course that intertwines through the speedway.
New Adventure: Now there is two ways to experience Glittering Lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway by the carload and open-air tram rides! Make your trip to Glittering Lights a little brighter, a little warmer, and a lot more magical. Try the all-new adventure Santa Tram, powered by AAA Nevada and boarding at Exotics Racing on select dates in December. Jump aboard, nosh on North Pole popcorn, enjoy hot cocoa, and nestle in to view millions of magical lights in this open air-tram experience. This per-person ticket is only $35, and includes photos with the big guy, Santa, games a mini train ride, and toasty outdoor area. Reserve your spot for this all-inclusive ticket ONLY at glitteringlights.vegas.
WHERE Las Vegas Motor Speedway Merriest way to arrive: 1-15 North, Exit 54, turn right. Entrance is ½ mile on the right. About Glittering Lights Glittering Lights celebrates 16 spectacular years of holiday tradition in Southern Nevada. Jingle that sleigh to Las Vegas Motor Speedway – only 10 minutes from fabulous downtown Las Vegas for Nevada’s largest holiday drive-thru light show featuring more than 3 million lights amongst a 2.5 - mile course that intertwines through the speedway. A tradition for 16 years in southern Nevada, Glittering Lights is open nightly at dusk. November 11 until January 7, 2017. 
Prices per car load: $20 Monday through Thursday, and $30 Friday-Sunday, holidays and December 19-25. glitteringlights.vegas.
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Grant A Gift for Autism Celebrated it's 7th Annual “Fashion for Autism” Fundraiser with a Stylish Soiree on November 5 at Aria Resort & Casino.

Featuring fashion by DVF (Diane von Furstenberg), the annual fashion event celebrated community members leading the fight against autism.
“Bringing a Solution Into Focus” is based on Grant a Gift Autism Foundation’s new partnership with the UNLV School of Medicine, creating a state-of-the-art facility, aimed at finding the new standard for autism diagnosis, research, programming and education in Nevada and the West Coast. Both organizations have joined forces to open the UNLV Medicine Ackerman Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment Solutions. The new center combines cutting-edge diagnostics, treatment, behavioral/vocational training, support programs, and education for infants to young adults.
Attendees of Fashion for Autism sipped on champagne while bidding on lavish and luxurious items at an exclusive silent auction beginning at 6 p.m. Following the reception, Kim and Dana Wagner from KSNV News 3, hosted the live fashion show sponsored by DVF. Guests also enjoyed an incredible live auction followed by the awards ceremony honoring two outstanding community leaders who have worked tirelessly to ensure that families dealing with autism receive the help and support needed.
Gaudin Motor Company’s Gary Ackerman was honored with the Ambassador for Autism Award and Len Jessup, President of UNLV, received the Autism Advocate Award. Former Grant a Gift program client Luke Kecman along with Megan Rose Crandy were both awarded the Self-Advocate Community Achievement Award, for making significant accomplishments within the community.
www.GrantAGiftAutismFoundation.org