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Fill a Bag with Cheer

It’s that time again! There are 400 kids that need our help this year during the holidays. LVHA has chosen Gwendolyn Woolley Elementary School (100% title one school) for our annual “Fill a Bag with Cheer” Holiday program. Members have the opportunity to sponsor a child by donating items including shoes, coats, socks, blanket, gloves, hats, books, toys, and clothes.

If you can help put a smile on a child this holiday by bringing a bag of cheer to a child in need, please click the link below, fill out the form, and choose the number of children you wish to help this year.

Click here to help.

Fly LINQ At The LINQ Promenade

Caesars Entertainment Corporation (NASDAQ: CZR), owner of The LINQ Promenade, announced the intended addition of Fly LINQ, expected to be the first and only zipline on the Las Vegas Strip. Developed by the team behind the High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel, the approximately $20 million Fly LINQ features 10 side-by-side zip lines, capable of simultaneously launching all riders. The experience will be constructed on The LINQ Promenade, the open-air shopping, dining and entertainment district situated at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. Construction is expected to begin in the spring of next year.

“Fly LINQ will further establish The LINQ Promenade as a must-visit destination, particularly for distinctive Las Vegas entertainment experiences,” said Bob Morse, President of Hospitality, Caesars Entertainment Corporation. “This new experience will join The LINQ Promenade’s growing number of thrilling and memorable entertainment, dining and retail options.”

Guests are expected to begin their ride experience by taking an elevator designed to provide open strip views from the Vortex at The LINQ Hotel & Casino to the top of the 122-foot-tall launch tower. After enjoying spectacular views of the Strip during the ascent, it is planned that guests will arrive on the launch deck, where queuing and gear-fitting will take place. Riders can choose to ride in either a “superman” or seated position.

From the launch tower, the ride continues eastward, traveling 1,080 feet above The LINQ Promenade. Riders disembark near the base of the High Roller. To remember their exhilarating experience, guests will be able to opt to purchase professional photos—either individually or as a group—dressed in full flight gear and in mid-air.

Fly LINQ is expected to feature two automated gear retrieval lines that will keep queues moving quickly by swiftly returning gear back to the launch tower. In addition, adventures by disney travel agent is planned to feature an innovative, custom-built automated ride system as well as best-in-class technology developed by global leaders in zipline construction.

Fly LINQ is being developed in conjunction with Xventure LV, LLC, a company built by hospitality and attractions industry veterans, delivering the most advanced thrill rides in the most exciting locations imaginable. Xventure specializes in high-capacity adventure rides situated in prime urban locations and Fly LINQ will be its most ambitious project to date. Xventure will lead the development and operations of Fly LINQ.

“Xventure is thrilled to work with Caesars Entertainment to give thrill seekers an adrenaline-packed experience in the center of the Las Vegas Strip,” says Joey Paulos, principal and managing member of Xventure.

Fly LINQ will reunite many of the team members behind the development of the High Roller observation wheel, including Themed Development Management (TDM) as project manager. In addition to the High Roller, TDM’s principals and executives have extensive experience in creating major theme parks and attractions.

ABOUT THE LINQ PROMENADE AND HIGH ROLLER

The LINQ Promenade, an open-air shopping, dining and entertainment district, anchored by the world’s tallest observation wheel, the High Roller, has redefined the iconic Las Vegas skyline. Located at the heart of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, The LINQ Promenade features more than 30 unique retail, dining and entertainment venues and plays host to a variety of special events, festivals and more. Topping out at 550 feet, the High Roller observation wheel, voted “Best Attraction of 2016” and “Best Amusement Ride of 2016” by the readers and editors of the Las Vegas Review-Journal and one of “Top 5 Trending U.S. Attractions” by TripAdvisor, is the focal point of the unique urban entertainment district. The High Roller’s 28 glass-enclosed cabins feature an interactive experience including video and music that fade away to unveil spectacular views of Las Vegas in the 30 minutes it takes to complete one full revolution. Each cabin accommodates up to 40 people. Unique in-cabin experiences including the Happy Half Hour (for guests ages 21 and over and includes an open bar inside the cabin during the 30-minute ride); North America’s first in-cabin Chocolate Tasting with Ethel M Chocolates and Yoga in the Sky (a 60-minute experience that can accommodate up to six guests per one-hour session). Cabins are also available for individual or group experiences. For more information, please visit TheLINQ.com or the Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas media room. Find @LINQPromenade on Facebook and follow on Twitter and Instagram.

 

Party Pics – FIDF Gala

FRIENDS OF THE IDF LAS VEGAS GALA RAISES $1M TO BENEFIT ISRAELI SOLDIERS

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 7 – More than 450 members of the Las Vegas community and out-of-town guests and supporters gathered at The Venetian last week for the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) Las Vegas Gala and raised more than $1 million – with help from a matching gift by Sheldon and Dr. Miriam Adelson – to support well-being and educational programs for the brave soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

Las Vegas Sheriff Joseph Lombardo attended the Nov. 1 gala, which has become one of the Las Vegas Jewish community’s largest events and honored leading defense attorney David Z. Chesnoff.

Also speaking at the gala were active-duty and former Israeli soldiers, including Staff Sgt. Reno, a Lone Soldier – one who enlists in the IDF without having any immediate family in Israel – who lived in Las Vegas and who finished his high school education during his military service, thanks to FIDF; Yaakov Daniel, who plays a counterterrorism operative in the hit Israeli Netflix series “Fauda” and whose college education was sponsored through FIDF’s IMPACT! Scholarship Program; and Staff Sgt. (Res.) Sharon, a sharpshooter in one of the world’s only coed combat infantry battalions who engaged and neutralized terrorists attempting to infiltrate Israel.

Chairing the gala were FIDF National Board Members Dana and Michael Werner. Human rights attorney, author, and award-winning filmmaker Brooke Goldstein presided as the evening’s master of ceremonies. The gala also featured a musical performance by Kol Esperanza.

Goldstein, whose documentary “The Making of a Martyr” examined the recruitment of children suicide bombers, spoke of FIDF’s critical role in helping provide humanitarian programs to those who serve in the IDF.

“By providing crucial support systems for Israeli soldiers, FIDF ensures they are treated like the real heroes that they are,” she said. “Because these young men and women are fighting for the survival not just of Israel, but for the Jewish people. For us, for everyone right here in this room and for our future!”

Other distinguished guests included boxer and celebrity Mike Tyson; Clark County District Attorney Steve Wolfson; Nevada Supreme Court Justice Lidia S. Stiglich; Judges Mark Bailus, Joe Bonaventure, Elissa Cadish, Douglas Herndon, Abbi Silver, and Michael Villani; FIDF National Director and CEO Maj. Gen. (Res.) Meir Klifi-Amir; Rabbi Mendel Mintz, founder and director of Chabad Jewish Community Center in Aspen; Todd Polikoff, president and CEO of Jewish Federation of Las Vegas; Joshua Abbey, director of the Las Vegas Jewish Film Festival; Dr. William Bolt, vice president for advancement at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Nevada Assemblyman Stephen H. Silberkraus; Nevada State Treasurer Dan Schwartz; and Brian Watson, Republican candidate for Colorado state treasurer.

The funds raised at this event will go toward FIDF well-being and educational programs for IDF soldiers. For more information or to support FIDF, please visit: www.fidf.org.

AFP Philanthropy Day Celebration

Tuesday, November 14 at 11:30 AM
The Westgate Hotel

Local Leaders in Philanthropy Honored for their Contributions
Once again, the Las Vegas community shows their generous spirit

LAS VEGAS – Las Vegas’ most philanthropic-minded volunteers, community leaders and development professionals will Celebrate and Elevate Philanthropy as the Las Vegas chapter of Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP Las Vegas) honors the winners of the 2017 National Philanthropy Day® Awards, Tuesday, Nov. 14, Grand Ballroom, Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino, 3000 Paradise Road. Individual tickets are $70 and a table of 10 is $600.

According to Association of Fundraising Professionals, National Philanthropy Day® is both an official day and a grassroots movement. Every year, since 1986 when President Ronald Reagan first proclaimed November 15th as National Philanthropy Day®, communities across the globe have celebrated by hosting events to recognize contributions of donors, volunteers, foundations, leaders, corporations, and others engaged in philanthropy.

Winners are selected by the AFP Las Vegas Philanthropy Day awards committee who vetted several hundred nominations for seven categories including Outstanding Philanthropist, Outstanding Youth Philanthropist, Outstanding Corporation, Lifetime Achievement, Outstanding Development Professional, Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser, and Outstanding Foundation.

“This year it was difficult to select the winners as we had so many outstanding nominations,” said Sylvia Wolf, chair for National Philanthropy Day® Las Vegas. “We’re truly humbled by the impact these winners have made in our community.”

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities or to purchase tickets, please visit www.afplasvegas.org

For more information visit https://afplasvegas.org/events/national-philanthropy-day/

2017 Season of Lights Soiree

Sunday, December 10 at 5:00 PM
At the home of Michael Tang 19 Hawk Ridge Drive Las Vegas, NV 89135

This annual event honors supporters of the Sharon Sigesmund-Pierce and Stephen Pierce Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities. The Touro Luminary Award will be presented to Mark Frissora, Jan Jones-Blackhurst, and Caesars Entertainment. Tracy and Robert Eglet and Monica Jackson, Fox 5 News will be presented with the Star of the Center Award. Funds raised will go to support families receiving treatment in the Center.

For more information visit https://give.tun.touro.edu/pages/2017Season

Las Vegas Love of Israel Brunch

Saturday, November 11 at 11:00 AM
Conference Center of Las Vegas 6590 Bermuda Rd., Las Vegas

Guest Speaker

Bret Stephens

New York Times Op-Ed Columnist

Bret Stephens is an op-ed columnist at The New York Times, the former deputy editorial page editor of The Wall Street Journal, and the former editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post. He won the Pulitzer Prize for commentary in 2013 for his foreign-affairs column in the Wall Street Journal, “Global View,” and published his first book, America in Retreat: The New Isolationism and the Coming Global Disorder, in 2014. In 2005, the World Economic Fund named him a Young Global Leader. Mr. Stephens is a regular panelist on the political talk show Journal Editorial Report. He also holds the distinction of having interviewed every Israeli prime minister since Shimon Peres (z”l).
Honorees

Larry Monkarsh

Larry Monkarsh was raised to support Israel. A member of the Las Vegas Board of Directors, Larry served as Board President and has been involved with JNF for 20 years. He is most proud of our work in the city of Be’er Sheva: “JNF literally redeveloped a city and changed the landscape of Israel.” Larry considers himself part of a generation that was born into a world where Israel has been in existence, something we almost take for granted. He cannot imagine a world without Israel, and he says it’s our duty to serve as its caretakers.

Tickets

$54 couvert with a minimum gift of $180 to the 2018 Jewish National Fund Campaign

More Information

For more information, contact Leila Nouri at lnouri@jnf.org or 702.434.6505 x932

For more information visit https://www.jnf.org/events-landing-pages/las-vegas-love-of-israel-brunch-2018

Cheers to Chocolate

Saturday, November 11 at 7:00 PM
The District at Green Valley Ranch

You Don’t Want to Miss
The Biggest Block Party of the Year
Please join us November 11th in The District at Green Valley Ranch for an evening of fun and fundraising to benefit Easterseals Nevada. The Silent Auction will be filled with staycations, wine, spa experiences, beauty baskets, jewelry, art and much much more. While listening to the sounds of local DJ Jesse, guests will be able to dance the night away.

By the way, if you are looking for thoughtfully curated chocolate gifts and beautifully boxed by hand. It’s a chocolate lover’s dream come true. Shop https://www.lolliandpops.com/collections/chocolates for gourmet chocolates and gift baskets filled with truffles, holiday themed treats and more.

Purchase your tickets today!
We Are Stronger Together

Tickets purchased in Advance
$35 for Individual $65 per couple

Tickets Will Be Available at the Door
$45 for Individual $80 per couple

For more information visit CheerstoChocolate.com

Jennifer Harman Celebrity Poker Tournament

Saturday, November 11 at 5:00 PM
Planet Hollywood 3667 Las Vegas Blvd South Las Vegas

Join Jennifer Harman and MANY Celebrity Guests in supporting the Nevada SPCA!

Tournament Champion wins $10,000!

2nd place wins $3,000!

3rd place wins $2,000!

4th through 10th (all who make it to the final table) win generous prize packages.

The $200 buy-in is paid directly to Planet Hollywood Poker on the day of the tournament (Nov. 11, 2016).

Amateur and pro players join celebrities, sports stars, media personalities, and other animal lovers to raise vital funds for Nevada SPCA’s animal rescue work. Every skill level welcome!

If you would like to sponsor the tournament or donate a prize or silent auction item, please contact nevadaspca@aol.com

Thank you! Please save the date of November 11 and join us at Planet Hollywood.

For more information visit https://spcapoker17.auction-bid.org/microsite/

Project Taco Festival

Saturday, November 4 at 12:00 PM
628 W Craig Rd, North Las Vegas

Las Vegas Project Taco festival, now in it’s 2nd year, is a gathering of Sin Cities BEST taquerias served with a side of exotic cars “Cars & Tacos” and music from many local Mariachis and Folkloric Dance groups and a special addition of Selena Experience a MUSICAL Tribute to Selena. And of course, the tacos. 25 of the area’s best taquerias will be competing for the best taco in Las Vegas.

For more information visit http://projecttacofestival.com/

Sunset Park’d at New Vista

Saturday, November 4 at 12:00 PM
Sunset Park, 2601 East Sunset Rd., Las Vegas

Saturday, November 4th, 2017, New Vista’s fall beer event, Brew’s Best, returns to Sunset Park for the second year!

Celebrating its 10th year, Brew’s Best Beer Festival is the longest running open-air beer festival in Southern Nevada, started in June of 2007.

Enjoy live music and delicious food options from all the food trucks and let’s not forget the various beer samplings selections from breweries both local and across the United States, all while supporting a great cause!

New Vista is a non-profit organization committed to providing the intellectually disabled of all ages with equal opportunities and support so they may experience life to the fullest!

For more information visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/new-vistas-brews-best-beer-fest-at-sunset-park-tickets-37896029043

Dinner with the Docs

Wednesday, November 8 at 6:30 PM
Viva Mercado’s Mexican Bar and Grill, 9440 West Sahara Avenue #165, Las Vegas

ANCHOR IS TURNING TWO!!!

Please join us in our second anniversary Dinner With The Docs on Wednesday 11/8/2017 at 6:30pm. Our dinner will be held at Viva Mercado’s Mexican Restaurant.

This dinner is open to everyone; however, SEATING IS LIMITED! Please call our office at 702.778.8664 or email: info@your-anchor.com to reserve your reservation 🙂

For more information visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anchors-second-anniversary-dinner-tickets-38958630312?aff=es2