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The Alexis de Tocqueville Society Gathers at The Doberman Drawing Room

Step inside an evening that blends memory, music, and modern Las Vegas elegance. In this reflective blog, we revisit the newly reimagined Doberman Drawing Room, once the beloved Artifice, through a night curated by United Way of Southern Nevada’s Passport to the City series. From the soulful resonance of live piano, cello, and vocals to the intimate conversations, the experience captured how Las Vegas continues to evolve while honoring the spaces and stories that shaped it.

The Alexis de Tocqueville Society Gathers at The Doberman Drawing Room2026-07-19T08:48:12-07:00

The Skai’s the Limit

It didn’t take a Christmas miracle for the 2025 Youth for Youth Holiday Concert to break its fundraising record. Clark High School junior violinist Skai Jones shined as chairwoman of this year’s event, which was created by her older sister, pianist Roxy Jones, a newly selected U.S. Presidential Scholar and Yale freshman.

The Skai’s the Limit2026-01-06T17:52:31-08:00

Adreanne Harris-McMillian Leads a Stylish Night of Giving at Alice + Olivia

Some events sparkle because of the clothes. Others because of the people. But every so often, an evening arrives that shines because style and purpose come together effortlessly. During a week when Las Vegas Boulevard glowed with couture — especially at The Shoppes at Crystals during Las Vegas Fashion Week — the Sip & Shop for a Cause at Alice + Olivia stood out as a night where glamour met generosity in the most meaningful way.

Adreanne Harris-McMillian Leads a Stylish Night of Giving at Alice + Olivia2026-06-21T17:58:33-07:00

A Magical Evening Honoring Lynette Chappell at Siegfried & Roy’s Jungle Palace

In a city built on spectacle, few stars are as timeless as Lynette Chappell, the unforgettable Evil Queen of Siegfried & Roy. Her birthday celebration at the majestic Jungle Palace felt like stepping through the velvet curtains of old Las Vegas — into an era when magic ruled, animals roamed and glamour shimmered like champagne in crystal.

A Magical Evening Honoring Lynette Chappell at Siegfried & Roy’s Jungle Palace2026-06-21T23:23:35-07:00

A Night of Style & Service: Chic Compass Celebrates Latest Issue at Via Brasil Steakhouse

Chic Compass ushered in the holiday season with warmth, style and heartfelt connection during the launch of Issue 24, “A Time for Giving,” at Via Brasil Steakhouse in Summerlin. The event’s theme — A Time for Giving — set the tone for an evening rooted in gratitude, generosity and celebration of the remarkable individuals featured in the magazine.

A Night of Style & Service: Chic Compass Celebrates Latest Issue at Via Brasil Steakhouse2026-06-21T17:45:36-07:00

Basner Fine Art Reimagined: An Immersive Journey of Light, Introspection, and Architectural Storytelling

Mario Basner has long been known for photographic works that transcend documentation and enter the realm of emotional immersion. With the opening of his new Basner Fine Art gallery in Tivoli Village — Building 440, Suite 150 — he introduces a space that elevates this experience to an entirely new level. Expansive, refined and intentionally designed, the gallery offers a blueprint for what an immersive fine-art environment can be.

Basner Fine Art Reimagined: An Immersive Journey of Light, Introspection, and Architectural Storytelling2026-06-21T19:07:37-07:00

Local Italian Gem: D’Agostino's Trattoria's Renovation, Expansion and Heart

Local favorite D’Agostino's Trattoria has been family-owned and -run since it first opened. The restaurant is more than a place to eat; it's a gathering place, headed by husband-and-wife chef team Dan and Brandi Thompson. When their restaurant grew beyond expectations, the family faced a turning point: a brief closure for renovation that would honor the past while embracing the future.

Local Italian Gem: D’Agostino's Trattoria's Renovation, Expansion and Heart2026-06-21T22:02:03-07:00

The Model Teacher: Naomi Parisette's Dual Life of Fashion and Education

At 4 a.m., the world is still quiet, but Naomi Parisette's alarm sounds. She slips out of bed before her 6-year-old daughter Emily stirs, moving softly through the house. The ritual is always the same: packing Emily's lunch, checking lesson plans, brewing a cup of tea. On the table sits her model bag, packed the night before with water, herbal teas and a few healthy snacks.

The Model Teacher: Naomi Parisette's Dual Life of Fashion and Education2026-06-22T08:02:42-07:00

In the Driver's Seat: Meet the Women Driving Change at the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix 2025

As the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix starts revving its engine for the third annual trip around the Strip, the predominantly male sport has shifted into a new gear. What makes this high-octane race stand out is the number of women in the driver's seat. In other words, these ladies prefer not to stay in their lane. "Our time has come in motorsport, and it is fantastic to see the commitment of my peers, colleagues and bosses — a lot of them who are 'Boss Babes,'" said Lori Nelson-Kraft.

In the Driver's Seat: Meet the Women Driving Change at the Formula 1 Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix 20252026-06-21T23:40:57-07:00
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