Archive for June, 2008
Find That Dagger!
Most books about Las Vegas miss the mark, but the new mystery “Vegas Die” serves up an over-the-top cast of characters — mobsters, strippers, Elvis impersonators, card sharks and politicos — that will have you shaking your head and turning the pages. And that’s not all. Author Stephen Grogan has cooked up a real-life treasure hunt to add to the mystery. Join the quest for a dagger hidden somewhere in Clark County. The clues are buried in the pages of the book, and the prize is $25,000.
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Got the Blues? Good for You!
It’s probably fair to say that women, in general, are more reluctant to go out on the town by themselves than men, but I traveled a lot for business when I lived back East and so I’m used to exploring new territory alone. After five years of living in Las Vegas, I can tell you that local blues venues are fun, safe places to make the scene, even for an aging nymph like me.
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Horsing Around at the South Point
Ever wonder about all those horse trailers pulled up to the South Point Hotel and Casino? What could be going on? Horse racing? Rodeo? Blacksmiths’ convention? Nope – at least not during the third week in May, when I stopped in at the 2008 Breeder’s Invitational and Derby for an edifying display of loping and cutting – old-time cattlemen’s skills executed with great seriousness and the intrinsic “Cowboy Way” sense of humor.
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Law School, Vegas Style
Lawyers! Who needs ‘em? The truth is, just about everybody — at one time or another, like it or not. But until 10 years ago, there wasn’t a single law school in the entire state of Nevada. Now the William S. Boyd School of Law is celebrating its 10th anniversary, showcasing its offerings and reaching out into the community through a yearlong series of events on the UNLV campus. Come check it out.
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Cheesecake and Crime: What a Concept
The mystery readers are huddled with the dessert lovers, and everyone’s asking, “Whodunit?” Pamela and Lendall Mains – that’s who. Together they have launched the Las Vegas valley’s newest independent bookstore, Cheesecake and Crime, a third-place venue that’s a sweet retreat for those who love a good read.
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