Nole Marin & Stephanie Pratt Photos at LAVO Nightclub
Photos by Al Powers/Powers Imagery
Nole Marin, Director of Runway from America’s Next Top Model and Stephanie Pratt, cover model for Runway’s summer issue, joined together as the magazine presented “What’s Hot, What’s New, What’s Next in Fashion” at LAVO on Tuesday. Pratt looked stunning in a blue sequined dress and booties as she posed on the red carpet before heading into LAVO for dinner. Kristin Cavallari, her former co-star from The Hills was dining at a table nearby and the two caught up for a minute. After enjoying favorites from the LAVO kitchen, including her favorite Oreo Zeppole dessert, which she even tweeted about, Pratt journeyed upstairs to the nightclub. Once there she sipped Grey Goose cocktails and graciously took photos with fans throughout the night.
Over at TAO Boston Celtic Jermaine O’Neil was spotted dining with friends, enjoying Pot Stickers, Orange Chicken and Sausage Fried Rice. Later in the evening Wayne Static of the industrial metal band Static-X dined on Tuna and Kobe along with sake at the Asian hot spot.
“Girls Love Football” – College Season Kickoff Party at Rockhouse
Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub knows “Girls Love Football” just as much as their macho counterparts, so this season Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar invites pigskin fanatics one and all to the greatest football parties on the Strip. Starting with college ball Thursday, September 2, Rockhouse invites guys to bring their girlfriends, and ladies not to bring their men, for a rowdy good time at Rockhouse’s “Girls Love Football” college kickoff party.
Hosted by Budweiser, Rockhouse will get the party started at 3:30 p.m. with the complete lineup of college games shown on 28 high-definition television screens throughout the bar and patio. During game time guests will receive two-for-one Bud Light bottles. And we didn’t forget about the ladies. Beginning at 10:30 p.m., female football lovers, and even those that aren’t, will celebrate their victory – or drown their sorrows – with drinks on the house until midnight.
This season, Rockhouse is the best bar on the Strip to catch the football action. With 28 high-definition television screens showing every minute of every game, viewers will all experience the best seat in the house. With no cover and daily beer specials football fans can’t go wrong.
Day or night, it’s always the right time to party at Rockhouse. Whether people watching on the rowdy Strip-side patio by day, or dancing on the bar with an 80-ounce guitar by night, the ultra-dive bar is one of Vegas’ best-kept secrets. Rockhouse will give partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the “VIP” attitude. With a knockout lineup of gorgeous bartenders, bottle service that won’t break the bank, a walk-away daiquiri bar and casual dress code, Rockhouse is definite must-visit hotspot for locals and tourists alike.
Blending a local dive bar with the glamour of Sin City’s party scene at a convenient center Strip location, Rockhouse is the top party destination on the Strip. Las Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar features top-notch lighting and sound with the best DJs in Las Vegas blending upbeat rock, hip-hop and dance. With beautiful bartenders pouring drinks from the bar tops, playing in the giant bird cage and dangling from tire swings suspended from the ceiling, Rockhouse is the spot where the party never stops. Rockhouse is located on Las Vegas Blvd. in front of Imperial Palace, directly across from Caesars Palace in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip. The daiquiri and main bar open daily at 10 a.m. and the adjacent nightclub is open from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly.
Rhumbar Introduces It’s 100-Calorie “Skinny” Margarita
The newest drink to hit the menu at Havanatone, RHUMBAR’s sizzling Latin night, also comes without any guilt. The new “Muchachita” is a skinny, 100-calorie margarita, featuring a delicious blend of pomegranate and Aloe Vera. Now guests can samba and shake while they sip this low calorie libation on Wednesday nights.
Concocted by award-winning mixologist Kristen Schaefer, the “Muchachita” blends the fresh taste of Aloe Vera with fruity flavors of pomegranate and lime. Milagro Silver tequila completes this delicious and healthy cocktail.
“We wanted to create a cocktail that embraced the high-energy vibe of Havanatone,” said Schaefer. “Not only is the ‘Muchachita’ delicious, added nutrients from the Aloe Vera and pomegranate juices help to promote good health. So now guests can skip the gym and enjoy a night of Latin dancing and margaritas – and still feel healthy about it.”
The Muchachita:
2 ounces El Sol Pomegranate Aloe Vera Juice
¾ ounces fresh lime juice
1-½ ounces of Milagro Silver tequila.
Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice and strain. Served with a lime wheel.
Havanatone, Vegas’ only Latin night under the stars, transforms RHUMBAR’s patio into the sexiest dance floor on the Strip every Wednesday night. Talented dancers from Rumba Rica will salsa and cha cha to live music and Latin beats by DJ Gerard Fortuna. The spicy night begins at 9 p.m. with a complimentary dance instruction for revelers that want to partake in the Latin fervor. As the night heats up, “Havanatone” will thrill audiences with fiery numbers and heart-pounding performances choreographed to the eruption of the iconic Mirage volcano.
RHUMBAR is a highly-stylized cocktail and cigar lounge inspired by the cool mood of the Caribbean. The plush outdoor patio is reminiscent of a tropical retreat offering a picturesque location for guests to mingle, sip cocktails and smoke cigars. Located near the main entrance of The Mirage, RHUMBAR is owned and operated by Drive This! Entertainment. The lounge and patio are open from 11 a.m. until midnight Sunday through Wednesday, and 11 a.m. until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Photos by Al Powers
Chris Young celebrated his 21st birthday at TAO Worship Thursday joined by friends including Shwayze, Cisco Adler, DJ Jason Smith, DJ Skinnie and Simon Rex aka Dirt Nasty. The group started with dinner at the Asian bistro, enjoying Sushi, Lobster Wontons, Wasabi Filet and Sausage Fried Rice before heading up to a dance floor table in the nightclub.
Once upstairs Grey Goose cocktails, Coronas and Patron fueled the night, with the guys getting on stage to present a cake to their friend. Chris Young surprised the packed club with an impromptu performance of Get Romantic while Cisco and Shwayze joined in with their song Buzzin, then hyped up club goers with their crazy antics.
Photos by Al Powers
Rapper Chris Young continued his 21st birthday celebration at TAO Beach joined by Simon Rex, aka Dirt Nasty, DJ Jason Smith and DJ Skinnie. The group took in the scene from the grand cabana overlooking the pool, keeping cool with pitchers of mojitos, then wowed pool goers as both Chris Young and Dirt Nasty entertained with surprise performances. Later in the afternoon Captain Morgan and the Morganettes arrived, passing out Captain Morgan Beach Bum shots to the crowd.
Holly’s World Co-Stars Angel Porrino and Laura Croft at Blush Boutique Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas
Photos by Bryan Steffy
Holly’s World co-star Angel Porrino was named as one of Sin City’s up-and-comers by Blush Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas. The 21-year-old was joined by her co-star Laura Croft to celebrate the “Next Big Thing” honor. Upon receiving her plaque, the bubbly Porrino screamed loudly with excitement. Porrino and Croft drank Vodka with mixers all night and partied until 2:30 a.m.
Basketball all-stars took XS Nightclub, inside of Encore Las Vegas, for a final NBA Summer League bash. Spotted partying at the infamous mega club was Lamar Odom of the Los Angeles Lakers along with his wife Khloe Kardashian, Russell Westbrook of the Oklahoma City Thunder, Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors, Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls, Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Thunder, OJ Mayo of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Andre Iguodala of the Philadelphia 76ers. Rapper WALE was also in the house and decided to take over the club by grabbing the microphone and wishing farewell to the NBA players by performing an impromptu concert as the entire club when wild.
Also at XS was Dwayne Wade of the Miami Heat , Cuba Gooding Jr. and Jerry Bruckheimer.
Kevin Jonas of the Jonas Brothers at Tryst Nightclub
Kevin Jonas of the Jonas Brothers and his wife Danielle partied at Tryst Nightclub inside of Wynn Las Vegas. The couple was joined by a group of their closest friends. Seated at one of the VIP tables, the Disney star and his wife were seen having a great time dancing and partying with their friends.
Photos by Al Powers
At LAVO Nightclub, Julia Jones, Tinsel Korey and Alex Meraz from the Twilight Wolfpack hosted at the nightclub. The trio along with friends enjoyed Kobe Meatballs, Shrimp Scampi, Filet, Sea Bass and Oreo Zeppole for dessert, along with wine and cocktails. Up in the nightclub they danced and took photos with fans. Actor Ethan Embry and his wife Sunny also joined the group.
Also spotted in the nightclub at LAVO was Rafer Alston. The NBA free agent was celebrating his 34th birthday with Grey Goose cocktails and the occasion shot of Patron.
Photos by Denise Truscello/WireImage
After partying at LAVO Nightclub, LeBron James continued his weekend long Vegas celebration TAO Beach and TAO on Saturday. King James arrived to cheers was joined in the grand cabana by a group of friends including new Miami Heat teammate Dwayne Wade and Chris Paul of the New Orleans Hornets. At one point the fans in the pool chanted his name and LeBron pulled out his camera to capture the moment. Nearby former NBA player Alan Henderson and Glen Davis from the Boston Celtics also took in the sun and the scene.
Michelle Williams from Destiny’s Child returned for a second day at TAO Beach and was later spotted dining at LAVO with a group of friends before hitting TAO Nightclub where LeBron James was hosting for the night.
James and nearly thirty friends including Chris Paul feasted at TAO on signature items including Satay Bass, Lobster Wontons and Kobe Ribeye. He took time out of his dinner to greet fans including a five year old girl and her mother who came to TAO just for the chance of possibly meeting the NBA star. After dinner they headed up to the club and commanded several tables on the dance floor where the cocktail waitress were dressed in Miami Heat jerseys to honor LeBron’s new team. He was surprised by a cake from Gimme Some Sugar in the shape of a king’s crown and spent the night taking in the sounds of DJ Vice.
Whispering Giants Private Preview Weekend at Rumor Las Vegas
Let me first apologize for not getting this out sooner. It has been one hectic, but FUN past week. James Foster of Whispering Giants, the same guy who invited me on that whirlwind party hop to LA and back in the same night, invited me to join 150 other movers and shakers to the Whispering Giants private preview weekend at Rumor Las Vegas. The other invited guests came mostly from Las Vegas and Los Angeles, but same came as far away as San Francisco.
There were plenty of things for myself and the other guests to do during our stay. Since we were encouraged to stay the whole weekend at the hotel, a variety of activities were planned for us, i.e. two hosted cocktail parties, two late night poolside parties, one daytime pool party, and even yoga at sunrise. I enjoyed the parties, but opted out of the yoga, at least for now.
Rumor Las Vegas is located where the old St. Tropez hotel once was. Don’t know where that is? It’s directly across from the Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas. Why is that convenient? Well, there is no gaming on the Rumor Hotel property. So, if you’re a gambler, excitement is directly across Harmon Avenue. Of course, Hard Rock has other things as well, such as restaurants, a spa, and The Joint concert venue. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the Hard Rock, but still want to be close, booking your next stay at Rumor Las Vegas is a sure bet.
I have to say, I like what was done to the property. Everything from the rooms, the bar, pool area, and even the paint of the building has a very fresh look. The buzz going around was that the hotel was very reminiscent of Miami. Every room had a balcony, with half of the rooms facing out toward the street or looking at Hard Rock Hotel, while the other half faced in toward the pool area. Or, maybe I should say, backyard area, as that’s what it felt like. Not only were there cabanas and day beds surrounding the pool area, but there was a huge grass area with a DJ, bars, and several hammocks to lounge around in. Hammocks are a hot commodity, so get one early. The hosted pool parties really felt like, especially with knowing a lot of the guests, a huge house pool party. Which is definitely a distinct look compared to other pool parties in Las Vegas.
My room was awesome. The bed was super comfortable, which is something imperative to me when staying in any hotel. My bed at home is awesome, so I expect nothing less in hotels I visit, hahaha. My room had a large jacuzzi tub that looked onto the bedroom. Which made it quite convenient when exiting the tub to hop right into bed. The furniture was modern and had an unmatched look but went well together. I really liked the bathroom area, with it’s rainfall shower head and awesome skin and hair care products. Everyday was a holiday on my ’staycation’ at Rumor Las Vegas.
Thank you again to James Foster of Whispering Giants for the invitation, the entire staff at Rumor Las Vegas for making my stay more pleasurable, and my friends and colleagues that made the preview weekend superb. I look forward to staying at Rumor Las Vegas again soon.
To book your room or learn more about Rumor Las Vegas Boutique Resort, visit their website, www.rumorvegas.com.
Whitney Port Photos at Sugar Factory at Miracle Mile Shops
Photos by Denise Truscello/WireImage
Whitney Port, the stunning star of MTV’s “The City,” spent this afternoon at the sweetest spot on the Strip – Sugar Factory at Miracle Mile Shops inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.
Port satisfied her sweet tooth with Sugar Factory’s signature Couture Pops, along with a few of her other favorite confections including: sugar free gummy bears, chocolate-covered gummy bears and sour gummy worms.
The statuesque beauty is in town to celebrate the birthday of her sister Paige, and selected Sugar Factory’s colossal “Pretty in Pink” gift basket to surprise her with at the store.
Port played the role of staff member perfectly as she swiftly got behind the counter and scooped Sugar Factory’s scrumptious gelato for her sisters and fans.
All of Sugar Factory’s products are available online at www.SugarFactory.com, in addition to Sugar Factory’s two Las Vegas stores, located at The Mirage and Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. Later this year, Sugar Factory will celebrate the grand opening of their flagship store located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip at Paris Las Vegas.
Born in Stratford, Ontario, Justin Bieber is a multi-talented singer, and a self-taught musician on drums, guitar, piano and trumpet. Justin’s debut album contained his first four Top 40 hits on the Hot 100, “One Time”, “One Less Lonely Girl”, “Love Me”, and “Favorite Girl”. He is the first solo artist in history to send four songs from a debut album into the Top 40 of the Billboard Hot 100 prior to the album’s release.
Celebrity Poker Tournament Party Photos at TAO Nightclub
Photos by Al Powers
Friday night Shawn Marion and Michelle Williams hosted a celebrity poker tournament kick-off party at TAO. The Dallas Maverick forward and former UNLV standout also helped Williams celebrate her 30th birthday at the hotspot, where she made two wishes, blowing out candles in the restaurant before being surprised with another cake in the nightclub. Sports stars and celebrities gathered at TAO for the party, starting with dinner at the Asian bistro before heading up to nightclub where the large group commanded the elevated VIP area overlooking the moat and the entire club.
Among those spotted at TAO were Dwayne Wade of the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Buck Drew Gooden, Jason Maxiell of the Detroit Pistons and his wife Brandy, actor Mekhi Phifer, Omarosa from The Apprentice and model Claudia Jordan from The Celebrity Apprentice. Jill Marie Jones from the TV series Girlfriends, singer LaToya Luckett and True Blood’s Natasha Alam also walked the red carpet before hitting the club. Bob Guiney from The Bachelor was joined by poker stars and Amazing Race contestants Tiffany Michelle and Maria Ho and Joe Reitman was spotted enjoying the party.
Also spotted at TAO were Alex Meraz, Tinsel Korey and Julia Jones. After dining on signature items including Lobster Wontons, Crispy Rice and Orange Chicken the Twilight Wolfpack hit the nightclub to take in the sounds of DJ Crooked.
Photos by Denise Truscello/WireImage
Friday night LeBron James, who recently signed with the Miami Heat, celebrated at LAVO. King James was joined by Chris Paul of the New Orleans Hornets, San Diego Charger Shaun Phillips, Atlanta Hawk Josh Smith, Rudy Gay of the Memphis Grizzlies, Boston Celtic Rajon Rondo and Larry Hughes of the Charlotte Bobcats. Fans of all ages waited outside the hot spot for the arrival of King James, who sat down to dinner at the Italian eatery after walking the red carpet. Favorites including Calamari, Chicken Parmagiano and the Kobe Meatball were served along with Crown and Ginger cocktails and Lemon Drop shots.
After dinner LeBron and friends took over VIP tables on the dance floor in the nightclub where they danced and partied fueled by Perrier Jouet Rose Champagne, Patron Tequila and vodka. LeBron was presented with a cake from Gimme Some Sugar, a replica of his new Miami Heat number six jersey. Miami Heat teammate Dwayne Wade joined the party after hitting TAO earlier in the night and Denver Nugget Chauncy Billups was spotted enjoying the night with his fellow NBA stars.
Photos by Al Powers
NBA star Shawn Marion was spotted enjoying the day with Michelle Williams of Destiny’s Child. Williams was celebrating her 30th birthday and the two pulled fortunes from TAO’s Giant Fortune Cookie and toasted with Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
Twilight Wolfpack’s Tinsel Korey, Julia Jones and Alex Meraz hosted TAO Beach
Photos by Al Powers
Twilight Wolfpack’s Tinsel Korey, Julia Jones and Alex Meraz hosted at TAO Beach on Friday. Fans screamed after a shout out announcing their arrival and then the trio chilled in the grand cabana, drinking Grey Goose cocktails.
Jen Ashton – Adonis On The Go and Goddess On The Go
My good friend, renaissance woman Jen Ashton, is a successful published artist, writer, and entrepreneur with a background in creative marketing and business consulting. She is known internationally as “The Artist to the Poker Stars”, as she paints portraits and collections for athletes, celebrated personalities, and fine art collectors worldwide. Jen’s popular online blogs and erotic short stories have generated national attention from a strong web following since 2004.
She currently lives in Las Vegas, Nevada, with her son. Jen consistently strives to be a positive role model for her family and friends. Please take the time to visit her websites and purchase her books. She’s an awesome person and deserves nothing but the best. – Click here to visit Jen Ashton’s Website
Below are snippets from here books, Adonis On The Go and Goddess On The Go.
Adonis On The Go:
“Don’t hate the player…LEARN the game.”
What are women really thinking? What is her body language telling you despite the words coming out of her mouth? How do you guarantee she’s satisfied in the bedroom? Why are some men lucky in love, while others are not? Wonder no more gentlemen, we’ve got you covered! We’ve provided the answers to all of these questions, and more! Here are 365 proven tips to ensure that you become the kind of man that women can’t resist and other men want to emulate.
READING SAMPLE:
* Invest in a disposable razor or electric shaver, and trim yourself down there. After all, we are not members of the Wonggaranda tribe of Central Australia, and don’t enjoy hanging out in the bush. We promise to do the same.
* Although it is at times fun to let the date spontaneously unfold, it is very impressive for a man to plan an evening. Pick her up, greet her at the door with fresh flowers, make dinner reservations, or reserve a special lane at the bowling alley. Knowing that you thought about the date beforehand and made preparations will make her feel special.
* Women are like monkeys, they travel through life swinging from vine to vine. Remember that she will not completely release her grip on one vine, until she has a firm hold on the next. With that being said, if you feel her letting go, chances are there’s already another man waiting in the wings.
Do you feel as though you’ve lost your way? Is there a Goddess within you that is eager to shine? Have your relationships become dull or unfulfilling? Maybe your personal appearance needs a little pick-me-up? Don’t worry ladies, we’ve got you covered! Here are 365 proven tips to reclaim your Goddess within and reach your personal best. The secret is out! It’s your turn to become the kind of woman men can’t resist and other women want to emulate.
READING SAMPLE:
* Who says you have to wait for a man to buy you a Valentine’s Day gift? It is lovely to buy yourself a box of chocolates or sexy lingerie to celebrate. You are, after all, involved in one of the greatest love affairs of your life… the one with yourself.
* Goddesses, treat your relationships as you would a business by considering your R.O. I (return on investment). If you are constantly throwing out brick-sized effort for your amore and are only getting back pebbles in return, you are not being respected! You should get back what you give. Anything less is beneath you and unworthy. After all, if he was your employee, and was consistently operating at 30%, you would fire him in a second. Now, why are you keeping him around?
* Let’s face it, bad boys are attractive: they’re masculine, red-blooded, non-conformists that are most likely excellent in bed. Their bravado keeps us on our toes, and provides an element of excitement. Yet, we try to land them, tame them, and change them; inevitably getting angry when they behave in the manner that attracted us to them in the first place. Please remember, bad boys rarely change their spots. Proceed with caution.
La Mission Film Premiere Celebration at LAVO Nightclub
Photos by Al Powers
Thursday night Jeremy Ray Valdez and Erika Alexander from the new movie La Mission celebrated the film’s premiere at LAVO’s Latin Seduxion night which benefitted the Nevada Coalition Against Sexual Violence. Valdez and Alexander dined at the Italian eatery, enjoying favorites such as the Kobe Meatball, Prosciutto and Chicken Parmagiano, along with Oreo Zeppole and a selection of desserts. Once upstairs in the nightclub the pair sipped Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
At TAO, Matt “The Hammer” Hamill was spotted dining at the Asian bistro. The athlete, who is the only deaf person to become a professional MMA fighter, enjoyed salmon and stuck to 7-Up, while being very gracious with the many fans who stopped by throughout his meal.
Nick Cannon is a very successful actor, comedian, writer and producer. Cannon landed his first comedy gigs in Hollywood at the age of 15, performing at famous venues such as The Laugh Factory and his first television gig was with Nickelodeon’s show “All That.” Starting as a stand-up audience warm up for the show, Cannon eventually earned a spot as an actor on the show and became the youngest staff writer in television history at 17 years old.
Since then, Cannon has appeared on several other shows including, “The Nick Cannon Show” and “Nick Cannon Presents Wild N Out.” He has also appeared in several movies including “Men in Black 2,” “Drumline” and “Bobby.” Cannon also owns his own multi media company called NCredible Entertainment and is Chairman of TeenNick, Nickelodeon’s new network targeted towards teens.
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