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The Museum Where Filipino Culture Stretches From Here to the Philippines

The local Filipino community has a deep-rooted sense of pride and belonging in Las Vegas, which represents the largest Asian ethnic group in Nevada. The state’s Filipino population has grown from just over 51,000 to more than 208,000 in the span of 24 years, according to U.S. Census data. From community leaders such as Erica Mosca to world-famous comedians like Jo Koy, the Filipino community and its contributions to the valley range far and wide.

The Museum Where Filipino Culture Stretches From Here to the Philippines2026-06-08T09:59:33-07:00

Cabinetry, A Chair & A Family Affair

When I was assigned to write a blog about Nate Jones, the owner of Infinite Trend, a Las Vegas design studio for residential clients looking to renovate or upgrade their living spaces, my first move was to check out their website, comb through their social media pages and try to understand, or discover what, if anything made Jones and his brand different from any number of design studios in the Valley. What I found was a man who was big on family and community.

Cabinetry, A Chair & A Family Affair2026-06-05T12:16:47-07:00

Kevin Lepine: The Hypnotist Who Turns Audiences Into Stars

Kevin Lepine has built a career around a simple idea: entertainment should leave people feeling good. Best known as the star of "Hypnosis Unleashed" at the Four Queens Hotel & Casino in downtown Las Vegas, Lepine has become one of the city’s most recognizable comedy hypnotists by combining quick wit, audience participation and a style that makes volunteers feel comfortable instead of turning them into the joke.

Kevin Lepine: The Hypnotist Who Turns Audiences Into Stars2026-06-01T20:54:20-07:00

John Parenti: A Lifetime of Rhythm and Resilience

This podcast chronicles the multifaceted career of John Parenti, tracing his journey from a child drummer in New Jersey to a prolific music producer and composer. His professional ascent began after a chance meeting in Las Vegas led to a successful partnership with Benny Hester, eventually resulting in a major recording contract and the creation of the record-breaking Christian hit "When God Ran."

John Parenti: A Lifetime of Rhythm and Resilience2026-05-28T16:21:24-07:00

‘Pop Life: The Ultimate 80s Kitchen Encore’

When pop icon Tiffany and Las Vegas-based celebrity chef Alicia Shevetone first bonded over baking, basting and braising, little did they know they would give birth to a bodacious book of 1980s-inspired dishes. If you think they’re alone now in the kitchen, you better think again! As if!

‘Pop Life: The Ultimate 80s Kitchen Encore’2026-05-27T06:43:27-07:00

LVMPD vs. Clark County Fire Department Cook in Culinary Battle

At Via Brasil Steakhouse, the heat in the kitchen rivaled the desert temperatures outside as the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the Clark County Fire Department traded badges and fire gear for aprons and chef’s knives during a culinary showdown benefiting local community organizations.

LVMPD vs. Clark County Fire Department Cook in Culinary Battle2026-05-22T08:57:33-07:00

Champagne, Couture & Community: Inside Anne Fontaine’s Elegant New Las Vegas Boutique

In a city celebrated for spectacle and reinvention, timeless elegance still has the power to captivate. Anne Fontaine has officially unveiled its stunning new boutique at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, expanding into a significantly larger space that perfectly blends luxury retail with hospitality and philanthropy.

Champagne, Couture & Community: Inside Anne Fontaine’s Elegant New Las Vegas Boutique2026-05-21T14:19:19-07:00

Passport to the City: Where Music, Humanity and Philanthropy Converged

At the Chapel of the Holy Family at St. Jude’s Ranch for Children, an extraordinary afternoon unfolded where music, philanthropy and humanity converged in a way that felt almost transportive. The intimate opera experience reminded guests that some of life’s most profound moments happen not in grand arenas, but in sacred spaces where every note can be felt deep within the soul.

Passport to the City: Where Music, Humanity and Philanthropy Converged2026-06-22T08:34:02-07:00

Welcome to The Happy Hours

Las Vegas local Heather McHardy felt there wasn’t a place for people her age to go out, dance, enjoy the music and have fun without the usual nightclub chaos. So she created one herself. McHardy is the founder of The Happy Hours, a monthly event launched in 2025 that’s built around throwback hits, earlier hours (7 to 11 p.m.) and a more relaxed nightlife atmosphere.

Welcome to The Happy Hours2026-05-11T07:56:27-07:00

Teach For America Brings Its 35th Anniversary Event to Las Vegas

Teach For America (TFA) is loading up its lesson plan and bringing tens of thousands of alumni from around the country to Las Vegas for its 35th Anniversary Summit in October. “Imagine a world where it’s part festival, part convening and part homecoming reunion,” said Niloy Gangopadhyay, vice president of the 35th Anniversary Summit.

Teach For America Brings Its 35th Anniversary Event to Las Vegas2026-05-11T07:51:58-07:00
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