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Sailor Jerry rum ambassador talks road trips

Hometown heroine Ashley Marsh has one of the most enviable jobs in the world: She serves as the ambassador of the Sailor Jerry brand of spiced rum. It’s the second biggest spiced rum brand in the world selling more than a million cases for the first time this year — second only to longtime leader Captain Morgan.

Sarah Jessica Parker opens store in Bellagio

Coveted designer and “Sex & The City” star Sarah Jessica Parker debuted her first West Coast standalone SJP by Sarah Jessica Parker boutique at the Bellagio this past weekend. It’s now one of only two locations in the country — the other is at MGM Grand just outside Washington, D.C. — to offer her chic label’s full collection of shoes, handbags and accessories. To mark the occasion, the actress also introduced a new color line — Bellagio Blue — exclusively available at the Las Vegas boutique.

TUESDAY’S TIPS: Rod Stewart at Caesars Palace

The rocking knight returns to his throne at the Colosseum in Caesars Palace. “Maggie May” superstar singer Rod Stewart — he of gravelly voice — kicks out soccer balls to his fan-filled audiences while belting out such hits as “Sailing” and “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy?” The answer is Yes! Sir Rod, knighted by Queen Elizabeth, reigns through Labor Day weekend on Sept. 3.

The revitalization of downtown Las Vegas

There’s no question that in recent years downtown Las Vegas has become truly revitalized and its rock concerts and attractions on the Fremont Street Experience have now become staples of a Vegas visit. Much of the credit goes to three individuals: Tony Hsieh of Zappos for helping bring businesses and restaurants to the area; Derek Stevens for the transformation of hotel properties in the area and Jeff Victor who served as president of the Fremont Street Experience for nearly 10 years.

93 Days of Summer: Day 56 — Fremont Street Experience

Day 56 (Aug. 15) Fremont Street Experience – It seems obvious but if you haven’t explored the most fun street in America now is the time to go. Check out the almost nightly free concerts on the 1st Street and 3rd Street stages.

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93 Days of Summer: Day 58 — Cinema Connection

Day 58 (Aug. 17) Cinema Connection – A viewing of the movie “Denial” and an engaging discussion afterward at this free event at the Congregation Ner Tamid in Henderson.

93 Days of Summer: Day 57 — APA World Pool Championships

Day 57 (Aug. 16) APA World Pool Championships — is underway at the Westgate Hotel. Choose solids or stripes and leave the eight ball safe until the end.

Vintage Vegas is alive and well

With such an incredible variety of crowd-pleasing and iconic acts, Tuscany Suites has restored what made Las Vegas the entertainment capital of the world.

TONIGHT’S TIPS: Magic Live convention at The Orleans

It’s the first day of the Magic Live convention at The Orleans for 1,600 magicians from around the world attending close-up clinics, lectures, demonstrations and specialty shows. Vegas legend Johnny Thompson, who is about to release his book of 50 years in magic, will host sessions of his reflections through the decades.

Lady Gaga delivers spectacle, musicianship

Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta took to the stage at 9 p.m. Friday (Aug. 11) at T-Mobile Arena and, for the next two hours, the award-winning superstar singer known to fans as Lady Gaga delivered a performance that was mesmerizing, spectacular, personal, fast-paced and sold-out.

93 Days of Summer: Day 55 — Bootleg Canyon Zip Line

Day 55 (Aug. 14) Bootleg Canyon Zip Line — Challenge heights and speed 25 miles from Las Vegas in Boulder City where you can zip line across the Bootleg Canyon Zip Line.

93 Days of Summer: Day 54 — The Natural History Museum

Day 54 (Aug. 13) The Natural History Museum — If you came to Vegas with children, here is an alternative to the casino. Be entertained and learn about animals from the past and present desert life at the Natural History Museum.

AFAN to hold Black & White Party Aug. 19

Aid for AIDS of Nevada (AFAN) was founded in 1984 and is the oldest and largest AIDS service organization in the state of Nevada. This year marks our 33rd anniversary of providing support and advocacy for adults and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in Southern Nevada.

Top Golf becomes star magnet

Ever since it opened a little over a year ago behind MGM Grand on Koval Lane, Top Golf has become a hot addition to the Las Vegas Strip — and one of the hottest celebrity hangouts in the entire valley.

WEEK AHEAD – AUG. 13-19

Sex & the City” actress Sarah Jessica Parker plans two days of shopping while opening her new store opening at the Bellagio.

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