Harrah’s Launches Microsoft Surface at Rio iBar  July 7, 2008  Harrah’s Operating Company Inc., a subsidiary of Harrah’s Entertainment Inc., has partnered with Microsoft Corp. to launch Harrah’s first Microsoft Surface deployments at iBar ultra-lounge located at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.

Harrah’s is the first company to deploy a suite of customized applications for Microsoft Surface and to install it in an entertainment venue, providing guests with personalized social experiences with the Surface units.

Microsoft Surface, its first commercially available surface computer, is a 30-inch, table-like display that individuals digital content that can be maneuvered by touch, gestures or objects from the real world.

There is no mouse or keyboard for this 360-degree user interface. With Microsoft Surface, iBar guests can, among other things: create new ways to chat and meet people from one Surface to another; create and order their own signature cocktails; find and view online videos; and play video games.

In addition, the Surface units feature a photos application and a virtual concierge application developed by Microsoft that Harrah’s has customized, so that guests can virtually tour Las Vegas attractions and other Harrah’s properties and take a virtual walk on the Strip.

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JANET JACKSON on tour  July 19, 2008 Rock Witchu Tour

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Janet Jackson’s Rock Witchu tour, her first tour in seven years, will kick off in Vancouver, BC on September 10 and will visit Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Events Center on Friday, September 19.

Janet Jackson has undeniably influenced pop culture with over a 100 million albums sold, countless hit singles, awards and accolades. The tour will feature many of her hit songs and innovative dance routines that have made her one of the most celebrated artists in history.

Jackson has left an indelible mark on pop music as a female artist, having achieved the number one spot on Billboard Magazine’s Top 200 Album Chart 6 times, which is among the top 3 of all time for a female artist. She is the only performer male or female to be nominated for Grammy Awards in each of the Pop, Rock, Dance, Rap and R&B categories, and the first female recording artist of color to be nominated for a Producer of the Year Grammy. With literally hundreds of awards and nominations from everyone from the American Music Awards where she holds the title for most nominations from one album, to MTV where she was awarded the first ICON award, to the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, Radio Music Awards, World Music Awards, Billboard, Rolling Stone, NAACP, etc., the recognitions of her musical contributions are astounding.

In an interview with Entertainment Tonight’s Kevin Frazier, Janet has said that she hopes to perform every single she has ever released on her upcoming Rock Witchu Tour. Watch the interview now at ET Online.

Tickets priced at $55.75, $100.75, $150.75 and a limited amount of Golden Circle tickets priced at $300.75 will be available at the Mandalay Bay Events Center Box Office, www.livenation.com, www.mandalaybay.com and at the Ticketmaster banner above for instant purchases. To charge by phone call Mandalay Bay at (702) 632-7580 or TicketMaster at (702) 474-4000. All dates, acts, and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, and service and handling charges. For more show information, check out www.livenation.com

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SILVERTON CASINO LODGE GAMING PROMOs  July 19, 2008  FLOAT YOUR BOAT *just added*

MULTIPLIER MAYHEM *just added*

DISCOVERY NIGHTS

Silverton Casino Lodge hosts No Limit Texas Hold ‘em Discovery Nights tournaments every Tuesday and Thursday at 11 p.m. To participate, Discovery Club members can buy-in for $32 to receive $1,000 in tournament chips and can purchase an additional $1,000 in tournament chips for $3 at registration. Players are allowed one re-buy or add-on of $2,000 in tournament chips for $20. If a Discovery Club member plays two hours of live poker between noon and 10 p.m. on the day of the event, the re-buy or add-on is free. Entry is limited to Discovery Club members. Those interested in playing are encouraged to visit Silverton Casino Lodge’s poker room for more details.

FRIDAY NIGHT IS LADIES NIGHT

Silverton Casino Lodge launches a weekly, ladies-only poker tournament Fridays at 9 p.m. Every Friday, a $37 buy-in gets each participant $2,000 in chips and one of 30 seats in the tournament. Players also have the option to purchase an additional $1,000 in tournament chips for $3 at registration. Entry is limited to female Discovery Club members only. Those interested in playing are encouraged to visit Silverton Casino Lodge’s poker room for complete rules and prize structure breakdown.

Saturday Night special

Every Saturday, Silverton Casino Lodge offers Discovery Club members $100 buy-in no limit Hold’em at 8 p.m. At registration, members will be issued $2,000 in chips. Players can purchase an additional $2,000 in chips for only $5. Silverton Casino Lodge will be offering one $25 buy-in table at 6 p.m. First and second place winners win $100 each. Space is limited. Guests are encouraged to visit the Player’s Club for more details.

WIN $10,000 in FREE SLOT PLAY

Stop by the Silverton Casino Lodge Player’s Club for a chance to win $10,000 in free slot play. Everyone who submits his or her e-mail address has a chance to win.

Smokin’ aces video poker tournament

Every first and third Thursday of the month, Silverton Discovery Club members can participate in the “Smokin’ Aces” video poker tournament for a share of $1,000 cash. To qualify, Discovery Club members must earn points by playing specially marked machines. Members have eight minutes or 600 credits, which ever comes first, to rack up as many points as possible. The players with the top 10 scores will advance to the final round, which will determine placement for prize money. Registration begins at 7 a.m. the morning of the tournament and patrons must pay an entry fee of 2,500 points, $5 cash or player loyalty coupons. Seat and round numbers will be assigned at the time of registration.

Super Tuesday Slot Tournaments

Silverton Casino Lodge is offering Discovery Club members the chance to walk away with hundreds of dollars in cash every Tuesday during Super Tuesday slot tournaments. To qualify to win the weekly cash prizes totaling $1,000, Discovery Club members must earn points by playing specially marked machines. Members will have eight minutes to rack up as many points as possible. The top ten players will advance to the final round, which will determine placement for prize money. To register, Discovery Club members should visit the Players Club. Registration begins at 7 a.m. the morning of the tournament and patrons must pay an entry fee of 2,500 points, $5 cash or player loyalty coupons. Seat and round numbers will be assigned at the time of registration.

No-Limit Hold’em players receive free buy-ins

Every Monday night, Silverton Casino Lodge grants a buy-in bonus to no-limit Hold’em players. To be eligible, Discovery Club members must be one of the first ten players to participate in a live action no-limit Hold’em game. Players may receive a maximum of one buy-in bonus on each day of the promotion and must play a minimum of two hours.

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Stars and Stripes Air Tours in Vegas  July 20, 2008 Newly Opened Spectacular Stars and Stripes Heliplex in North Las Vegas

With the most comfortable helicopters and professional staff in all of Las Vegas, Stars and Stripes offers a true family-friendly alternative Heliplex, situated just minutes from central Las Vegas, also offers a variety of services including helicopter maintenance and ‘hangering’ in addition to tours The Stars and Stripes Heliplex is officially open for business. The only off-airport heliport facility in Las Vegas opened this week and immediately began providing exciting, family-friendly nighttime tours of the Las Vegas Strip, the Trenk Family, owners of the heliplex, announced. “From Vegas high rollers to vacationing families, the nighttime tour rides that Stars and Stripes offer represent an adventure for every walk of life,” said Las Vegas Helicopters Chief Operating Officer Ken Testa, who is responsible for day-to-day operations of the heliplex. Conveniently situated at the northeast corner of Cheyenne Avenue and Fifth Street in North Las Vegas, the heliplex is minutes from the thrilling Las Vegas Strip and offers flights that feature breathtaking views of the Las Vegas skyline. The 3.5-acre heliplex also features 15,000 square feet of hanger and maintenance facilities that will enable Stars and Stripes to provide first-class service, including transportation to and from Las Vegas’ major hotels. The Trenk family, owners of Stars and Stripes, brings more the 75 years of combined experience in successful helicopter and heliport development and operations to the heliport. The Trenks currently operate helicopter and heliport facilities in New York City, Boulder City, Nevada, and St. Louis and in the near future will open facilities in Newark, New Jersey and Boston, Massachusetts. About Stars & Stripes Air Tours: Stars & Stripes Air Tours provides guests with a breathtaking helicopter view of the quintessential sites of the Southwest. Family owned and operated for more than 30 years, and having flown more than 140,000 flights, Stars & Stripes Air Tours is known for first class quality. Painted with the stars and stripes trademark, Stars & Stripes Air Tours operates helicopters with exclusive full theater seating and pilot narrated tours from the professional tour captains. All Stars & Stripes Air Tours Eurocopter Helicopters and highly experienced pilots are FAA approved. Stars & Stripes Air Tours is located at 500 North 5th Street, North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030. For more information, please visit www.lvhelicopters.com  or call (877) 779 http://www.jetsettersblog.com/vegas/vegas.html

DJ Premier at Wynn Blush Las Vegas July 20, 2008 July 22 and August 31 at Blush Boutique Nightclub Inside Wynn Las Vegas Back by popular demand, one of the world’s most recognized hip hop DJs returns to one of the world’s top nightclubs

LAS VEGAS— Blush Boutique Nightclub is known for keeping the music going all night long with the most skilled DJs spinning an eclectic mix of rock, hip hop and house. Following a performance for a packed house during Memorial Day, hip hop legend DJ Premier makes a triumphant return to Blush with two scheduled dates this summer. He takes over the turntables on Tuesday, July 22 and Sunday, August 31.

DJ Premier is acclaimed as one of the most respected and successful hip hop producers of all time, crafting classic recordings for such legends as Notorious B.I.G., Jay-Z and Nas. When Premier brings his magic touch to the turntables, the results are electric – Blush pulsates with the timeless, soulful grooves that only a hip hop luminary can deliver.

Known to many as a member of the renowned group, Gang Starr, DJ Premier recently added a new title to his repertoire – record label founder. Year Round Incorporated was developed from Premier’s love of music and his desire to restore skills, soul and integrity to hip hop.

Don’t miss the last chance this summer to experience banging beats and a skilled musical point of view – DJ Premier delivered to Blush by Shecky Green and Game Las Vegas. Blush Boutique Nightclub is open daily at 9 p.m.; cover charge $30; no cover for ladies and service industry professionals.

ABOUT BLUSH BOUTIQUE NIGHTCLUB:

Blush Boutique Nightclub is located inside Wynn Las Vegas. The 4,500 square-foot club features a lit, onyx dance floor and crème lantern ceiling-sculpture. This central art focal piece creates various hues and images that enhance the vibe and atmosphere as the display literally comes alive nightly.

A rich palette of deep green, chocolate brown, gold and shimmering metallics create an ambience of elegance and a perfect setting for the series of contemporary paintings that add a provocative and edgy feel. Additional seating banquettes feature purse drawers to store belongings and surround the dance floor produce a circular flow to the space. The open-air patio and bar features lighted topiaries and outdoor seating surrounded by lush foliage.

Blush features an eclectic mix of music—rock n’ roll, hip hop and house—from Music Director and Resident DJ Mighty Mi. Blush Tuesdays, is the club’s service industry and locals night. Table reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling 702-770-3633.

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