In Summerlin, I attended the opening night of the new Taqueria called La Neta Cocina y Lounge. This high-end eatery has the great team of Lanny Chin and Jordan Mendez, along with Ryan Labbe manning the place. With high end tequilas, mescals, and plenty of top shelf liquor, the food was amazing.
Beautiful decorations, wide open lanai retractable windows, crystal chandeliers, and a huge bar—the place was packed. Located at 1770 Festival Plaza Drive next to Las Vegas Ball park where there is plenty of parking.
We started with, of course, a Margarita served in one of the biggest mugs I have ever seen! As an appetizer the table shared Albondigas, Braised Meatballs, and Tostaditos. Two of us had the tortilla soup, which was amazing, and another diner with me had the Campechana—assorted seafood, with chili and lime broth. The main course, let us pick from Enchiladas—choice of cheese, chicken or short ribs, Taquerias—choice of chicken, mushroom, shrimp or steak, the Roasted Acorn Squash or for me, the Seafood Poblano.
This huge chili pepper was stuffed with Lobster, Shrimp, Queso Fresco, and tomatillo and was filled with many things to raise awareness of my taste buds.
We sampled something new called Mac n Cheetos, which lent a light crusty flair to the mac. Brussels sprouts, Cauliflower, Jalapeño Polenta, and street corn were also on the list.
The restaurant is super large; two separate dining rooms, one like the jungles of Mexico, one with the super flair, and I can’t wait to come back. Hours are Sunday thru Thursday 5-10 and Friday and Saturday 5-11. The lounge opens daily at 3 p.m.
The Annual Señoras of Excellence Señores of Distinction Awards Gala, one of Las Vegas’ most prestigious and elegant events of the year—one that has been successfully celebrated for over fifteen years—is returning, in spite of the pandemonium, on September 17. They have expanded the awards and are honoring exceptional personalities of the Las Vegas community. This year it will be part of the Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations and we will have fabulous entertainment and special guests! Save the Date!!!
Annual Señoras of Excellence Señores of Distinction Awards Gala
When: September 17th
Where: The Westgate Resort
Time: 6:00 pm Red Carpet 6:30 pm Cocktail Reception 7:30 pm Dinner, Awards Gala
Please join this great event for a fabulous and memorable evening, as they continue the legacy of their dear friend and founder, the late Sandy Peltyn, with cocktails, dinner, and dancing plus a fabulous live auction you won’t want to miss! There, as always, will be close to 100 silent auction items.
The Señoras of Excellence Señores of Distinction Awards Gala was created as a means of providing scholarships to deserving students in Southern Nevada. We are deeply honored to continue with her legacy and celebrate her mission of honoring those Ladies and Gentlemen whom also have made a difference bringing our community together. It is all about the students that have been sent to college and making education a reality. Many of our past scholarship recipients will be in attendance to share their stories of success through education. They invite you to celebrate their accomplishments.
In addition to honoring the students and past scholarship recipients, this special evening will also celebrate the Hispanic Heritage Month and honor heroes in our community who have gone above and beyond to help and support the physical, emotional and behavioral needs of our community resulting from the COVID pandemic. Along with the generous sponsors and community-minded Las Vegans like yourself, we will be supporting the Latin Chamber of Commerce Scholarship fund in keeping with Sandy Peltyn’s mission of giving the gift of higher education to students seeking excellence in their own education.
The Señoras of Excellence Señores of Distinction are dedicated to support the educational growth of Latino youth and mental healthcare in Las Vegas, and the 2021 Señoras of Excellence Señores of Distinction Awards Gala is privileged to honor distinguished recipients for their dedication and contribution of time and effort to the betterment of our community:
Our honorees focusing on Healthcare include:
Señoras of Excellence
Olivia Diaz, Councilwoman
Vida Lin, President of the Asian Community Council
Rita Vaswani, VP Nevada State Bank and Healthcare Advocate
Señores of Distinction
Dr. Marlow Hernandez, CEO, Cano Health
Jim Murren, Chairman, Nevada State COVID Relief Task Force
Corporation of the Year
Cano Health
1st Annual Sandy Peltyn Foundation of Excellence Award
Dr. Rachakonda Prabhu, President, Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners
Community Hero
Jackie Siegel, Co-founder of Victoria’s Voice
The entertainment for the evening is a mariachi band, who performed at Biden’s inauguration, DJ C’Quel.
A harpist will be playing during the reception, along with some of the Latino performers who will be in town that week for Mexican Independence celebrations.
Emilio Estefan will deliver Cano Health’s award, and hopefully Gloria will come with him.
“This is the most important film I’ve ever worked on.”
-actress/activist Jenifer Lewis (Black-ish)
Now Available on Digital + Video on Demand
Screening Nationwide in Theaters this Fall
Premiering on Starz – December 2021
A documentaryby Jason Pollock Narratedby Jenifer Lewis Producedby Malcolm D. Lee
On January 11th, 2013, Kendrick Johnson was found dead in his high school gymnasium rolled up in a gym mat. The state of Georgia ruled his death as an accident, having died from positional asphyxia. When the family hired their own Forensic Pathologist, not only did he find KJ’s organs missing from his body during the autopsy, he determined the cause of death to be from non-accidental blunt force trauma. To this day, no one knows where KJ’s organs have gone.. So what really happened to KJ?
FINDING KENDRICK JOHNSON is the feature documentary product of a 4-year undercover investigation into the facts of this case. From the creator of ‘Stranger Fruit’, this new documentary hopes to shed light on one of the most important American stories of our time.
Told through the eyes of KJ’s family and close friends, Narrated by Hollywood legend, Jenifer Lewis, Directed by ‘Stranger Fruit’ creator, Jason Pollock, with an amazing team of Producers including Actor Hill Harper, and Space Jam 2 Director Malcolm D. Lee, FINDING KENDRICK JOHNSON shares this truly historic, heartbreaking, and unbelievable story with the world for the first time.
“The case of Kendrick Johnson is one the most important cases in U.S. history,” says writer/director Jason Pollock. “KJ deserves justice, and hopefully our film will help his family get one step closer to that outcome.”
“This is the most important film I’ve ever worked on,” says actor and activist Jenifer Lewis. “What this family has gone through is unspeakable but we must speak it so the public knows the truth. Jason has done a brilliant job on this vital story of injustice.”
FINDING KENDRICK JOHNSON is now available on digital and video on demand and will be heading to theaters nationwide this Fall, before premiering on Starz in December 2021.
FINDING KENDRICK JOHNSON is written, directed, and produced by Jason Pollock. Produced by Amy McCampbell, Morgan J. Freeman, and Malcolm D. Lee. Executive produced by Hill Harper, Jenifer Lewis, Elizabeth Hurwitz, Dia Sokol Savage, Kurt Engfehr, and Lenny Beckerman. Edited by Jason Pollock and Kurt Engfehr. Illustrations by Nikkolas Smith. Cinematography by Dennis A. Mills. Original Score by Dan Edinberg. Narrated by Jenifer Lewis. A Boom Content production.
Kratom is a famous herb majorly grown in the Asian regions of Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Brunei. The Kratom strains are available in various forms, such as capsules, dry leaves, and powder. Some recent research pieces indicate that Kratom strains are significant for multiple medical needs such as meditation.
Meditation is one of the best healing solutions for the body and the mind. It is the best means to awaken the hidden powers of the body’s personality by emphasizing spiritualism. Kratom plays a significant role in supporting conditions necessary for meditation.
Why is Kratom beneficial for meditation?
Kratom strains have various psychological roles in the body, and at different dosage levels, the strains can help in meditation. They ensure one meets meditation requirements by giving you a relaxed and calm mind. In addition, the strains allow you to achieve these conditions by inducing improved moods, focus, motivation, and boosting body energy to prepare for the process. Kratom can also relieve the body from stress and anxiety, allowing the mind to remain calm during the process.
Effects of Kratom strains are both physical and cognitive, making it a perfect solution or ingredient for mediation. The effect of Kratom strains also speeds up the cognitive learning process hence facilitating the meditation process.
Traits of strains to boost meditation
Kratom strains play different roles in the body. If you are interested in meditating, you need strains that help the body achieve specific productivity, focus, and high-energy goals. A good strain for mediation, such as Bali Kratom, should also boost concentration levels while keeping the body calm. This strain can eliminate any stressors that can affect the meditation process.
Best Kratom strains for meditation
1. Maeng Da
This strain has the highest concentration of flavonoids and alkaloids. These contribute to nootropic traits essential for improving productivity and boosting the general mood and mindfulness. It is also necessary for improving engagement and enhancing cognitive abilities, which allows the mind to go into deep meditation and peace. Furthermore, the strain has Mitragynine, an alkaloid that is key for mitigating the effects of opioids. This allows the nerves to remain functional and the brain to perform optimally hence improving the results of meditation.
Meditation requires a lot of energy because the brain functions at full capacity. Other body organs must function optimally to facilitate the brain’s functionality during meditation. This strain boosts the amount of energy in the body, allowing the brain and other organs to work efficiently in the process. The high alkaloid concentration induces calmness similar to morphine, making it the best strain to improve focus and concentration, allowing focus during meditation. The alkaloid concentration makes White Indo Kratom preferable for the mediation process.
3. Super Green Malay
A well-stimulated mind is a requirement for the meditation process. The strain has a mood-enhancing property which relaxes the mind, hence facilitating such. Super Green Malay has a blend of Mitragynine and 7-hydroxy mitragynine alkaloids, stimulating productivity, concentration, and calmness.
4. Green Vein Malay
Stress and anxiety are not suitable for meditation because they affect the concentration and relaxation of the brain. Therefore, before meditation, you can use this strain to eliminate any stress and anxiety. It introduces a soothing effect onto the body, removing stress and anxiety. For those who love meditating in the morning, this strain can boost your energy and concentration levels enabling you to get maximum benefits from meditating.
This strain is suitable for relaxation and sedation. It is the main ingredient for aromatherapies designed to produce soothing effects. The strain is also essential for handling anxiety and stress, challenges that may affect the meditation process. Using Red Borneo before meditation introduces the sedation effect, allowing you to focus.
How much Kratom strain do you need for meditation?
Overdose of Kratom strain can result in negative consequences, affecting the mediation process. For beginners, the appropriate dosage should be between 3-5grams. Although, due to the effectiveness of the strains, smaller dosages can also work for meditation. However, if you are not sure about the appropriate dosage, you can seek help from a medical or meditation expert.
In addition, if you intend to meditate for a short duration, take a smaller dosage; if you intend to meditate longer, do not surpass the medical recommendations. Take the dosage before you begin meditating to ensure the effects kick in before you start the process.
Meditation heals the soul, body, and mind by introducing positive energy and thoughts into the body. Achieving the full potential of meditation may not be easy; however, with the help of Kratom strains, you can easily meditate without any problems. The strains enable the brain to relax and focus by eliminating stress, anxiety, and other conditions that may affect optimal brain functionality.
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This past week, we were on a sales blitz in Tallahassee, Florida, with a group of 20 people. We had veterans along with a lot of new and less experienced representatives in our industry. The whole week consisted of sales training, including such topics as the importance of a positive mindset and achieving top production.
The energy at this event was very positive and I know that everybody left ready to take their business to the next level. I’m excited to see what the future holds for all who were there.
When we talk about going to the next level, we are talking about growth. It’s important that, in life, we never get stagnant. No matter what levels we achieve, we should always strive to improve and grow. One thing for sure is that what worked for you to get you to one level will not get you to the next.
Each phase of our life requires a different you. If you want to get to the next level, you’ll have to make a few changes which will help you get there.
The first step is to take inventory of where you are right now. What habits do you have and which of those habits do you need to change?
Going to the next level requires consistency. The more consistent we can be with positive habits, the more likely we are to stick with them and reach next level success.
Begin by making a commitment to wake up early and start your day off positively. Get into a routine of eating healthy, along with exercising in the morning. Go for a walk and have good, quiet time where you can meditate. I believe it’s important to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night so, while you are making a commitment to wake up early, make sure you are going to bed at a reasonable time.
It’s important also to have a plan of success. Every Monday morning, check in with yourself about where you are and what your goals are for the week. Get yourself some like-minded people with whom you can have early morning meetings to discuss your goals. By doing this, you will find that the encouragement you receive will help you in achieving these intentions.
Getting yourself to the next level also requires surrounding yourself with people who are already where you want to be in life. Take inventory of your circle of influence. If you are the smartest person in the room, then you are probably in the wrong room. Hang around people that force you to level up. Create a winner’s circle.
It’s important to have a role model also. The good thing about taking your business to the next level is that others have done it before you. If you get to a point in your day where you find yourself unfocused, ask yourself “What would my role model do in this situation?” When you are feeling unmotivated or not wanting to do something, imagine what your role model would do. The key is to find out the success plan that they have and model your plan after theirs.
Finally, make every second count. So many people waste time doing unproductive things like watching TV and being on social media too long. Stop wasting time! Make sure you are spending your time positively, doing things that are going to help you get to the next level. Read books, listen to motivational videos, and make a commitment to go after your dreams.
It’s time to go to the next level, are you ready? It’s an exciting thing when you make that commitment. You can do this. This is your time!
Enchanting French performer Xavier Mortimer takes center stage in Xavier Mortimer’s THE DREAM MAKER, combining elements of magic, comedy, drama, and illusion at the Strat Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. Xavier has performed in more than 30 countries and recently was starring in Cirque du Soleil’s production, Michael Jackson One.
He was the first Cirque troupe performer to launch a headlining residency on the Las Vegas Strip with the premiere of the show in 2016. I attended media night this week for the launch of his new show at the Strat. Now with a large stage in which he can really show off his skills, this is sure to be a huge hit. Funny, serious, spellbinding, comical, and thorough entertaining I loved the show. It was written and directed by fellow French superstar, Alex Goude, and long-time legendary Vegas headliner, Michael Goudeau. Allie Sparks performs alongside Mortimer as Belle, portraying his dream girl and love interest.
Great for all ages, please see this show. Fans may follow Xavier Mortimer on Twitter and Instagram or like Xavier Mortimer on Facebook. Show Thursday thru Monday at 6 p.m. starting at $39.00. I will go back a few more times!
When it comes to success, every now and then we have to do a check up from the neck up. Our attitudes and our thought processes are key factors in achieving our goals. It’s important to be 100% focused and we must do what it takes to achieve great success.
Are there any behaviors in your life at this present time that are stopping you from reaching your full potential? Unfortunately, sometimes we can be our own worst enemy. It’s the little things that make a difference. This week, let’s examine some self-sabotaging behaviors that you definitely want to avoid.
1) Comparing yourself to others
I would say that now, more than ever in my lifetime, more people engage in this behavior because of all the social media outlets.
The reality is the perfect lives that people are portraying on social media are false. It’s easy to wish that you had that so-called life.
Remember that you are unique and you are designed for greatness. That doesn’t mean that it’s going to be easy, you have to work hard and you have to make a commitment to keep improving yourself. Quit playing the comparison game and focus on improving yourself. That’s something that you have control over.
2) Not taking risks
Success involves risk taking. There will be sacrifices and there will be pain. The pain that we experience while working towards our dreams is a much better pain then having to deal with the pain of regret.
Failure is part of success, and you will fail. It’s not going to be easy but it will be worth it. Keep pushing and keep grinding. Never ever be afraid of failure. It’s all part of the process of growing yourself. Challenge yourself, make the commitment and go for it!
3) Succumbing to distractions
The world is filled with distractions, they’re everywhere. This is where focus comes in. It’s time to put down your phone, shut off the TV, and put away all the distractions that are stopping you from achieving your dreams.
Write out your goals and put a game plan together on what it’s going to take to achieve them. Put all the distractions aside and work your plan 100%.
4) Procrastination
We can all think of a million excuses of why we are not starting today. Procrastination is the killer of success. I was actually speaking to someone today that told me they were going to start making it happen two months from today. Unfortunately, with that mentality, that person will never start. There will always be another excuse or another reason not to. Have you ever met someone that is “gonna do something”? They talk a good game but they never take action.
The longer you wait, the more difficult it becomes. Start right where you are and start right now. Life is too short to just exist. You have dreams inside you waiting to come true, this is your time. Do it now!
5) Dwelling on the past
The past does not equal your future. Your past does not define you. We all have had difficulties in our lives, and we’ve all made some bad choices. Sometimes things happen in our lives that just don’t make sense and it’s not fair, but we have a choice. We can either become a victim or we can be a Victor. We can choose to become bitter or we can choose to become better.
Perhaps someone has even wronged you. This is where forgiveness comes in—even if that person doesn’t deserve it. Remember that forgiveness is for you. It allows you to heal and move forward.
Today is the beginning of the rest of your amazing life. Your future looks incredible. Choose to move ahead with a positive attitude.
If any of these behaviors are stopping you from achieving your full potential, make the decision to change today. It’s never too late to change. You were created to be awesome and amazing. Today is your day!
Yes, we have posted these before, but this time around they are at a new venue and with new actors! Jay Joseph and his Touch of Mystery are so fun to participate in. If you are in Las Vegas on these dates, it might be a great way to come out and have a different type of fun!!!!!
Upcoming October Shows
Journey back to the Fabulous 1940s. The Firelight Barn is hosting the very first Chocolate Cuisine Taste Test. Representatives from candy companies around the world are in attendance and someone is about to go from Sweet to SOUR in this Musical MYSTERY Romp!
For more information and to make reservations, click here.
It’s time once again for our annual Halloween Mystery Dinner at Lawry’s The Prime Rib! Journey back to the Swinging 1940s. Lawry’s is hosting a Big Band Extravaganza. Two rival bands have been hired to entertain, without the other knowing. Someone is about to go FLAT in this hilarious Musical Mystery Dinner Theatre production! There is only room for one Big Band … which one will it be?
For more information and to make reservations, click here.
SET TO RETURN TO THE RIO SHOWROOM AT RIO ALL-SUITE HOTEL & CASINO IN
LAS VEGAS
The cast of “WOW – The Vegas Spectacular” at Rio All-Suites Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas
I’ve seen the show twice and love it. Highly recommended, especially for families.
The internationally acclaimed production, “WOW – The Vegas Spectacular,” will make its return to the Rio Showroom at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas this week. The show will feature many of its favorite performers, as well as all-new acts that will thrill audiences nightly.
“WOW” had received numerous awards including the prestigious “Best of Las Vegas” awards as Best Value Show (Gold), Best Family Friendly Show (Silver), Best New Act/Show (Bronze) and Best Production Show (Bronze). Many of the acts familiar to audiences will return including comedian Alex Traisci, along with brand new acts including NAVAS and their “Wheel of Death” (Gold Medalists at the Monte Carlo Festival), the breathtaking Adagio act “Duo Ice,” the gravity-defying hand-to-hand act “Acrodream,” “Rialcris” the trio of muscle men recently featured on America’s Got Talent, the aerial duo “Luna Girls,” a mind-blowing Icarian act and, the juggling talents of Paul Ponce.
“WOW” has had over 1,200 performances since its debut at Rio Las Vegas on Oct. 7, 2017. Seen by more than 2.5 million people, it features a cast of more than 30 international performing artists, acrobats and dancers in their 180-degree theatrical setting. 3D multi-media projections, water walls and holograms add to the dazzling choreography, and thrilling theatrical lighting.
“We are so excited that we are finally able to reopen ‘WOW’ at the Rio and once again entertain the Las Vegas audiences that have embraced our show and our cast over the last three years,” said creator and director, Hanoch Rosènn. “After the last 16 months our cast is thrilled and ready to return to the stage with many of the audience’s favorite acts, as well as a few new ones that will for sure ‘wow’ our audiences.”
Rosènn is known worldwide for his large-scale productions, including “Festigal” where he directed Wonder Woman star Gal Gadot in her stage-acting debut in 2008.
Including a custom-built stage and pool that gives audiences a close-up experience.
“WOW blends elements of an old-school Vegas variety show with modern staging and a soundtrack of familiar, beloved music for an immersive and intimate experience.”
– Ken Miller, Las Vegas Magazine
“It’s a fast-moving collection of extraordinary circus acts
for the entire family.”
– Robin Leach, Las Vegas Review Journal
“‘WOW’ brings unique touches to the classic Vegas production show…Athletic and astounding acrobats are just the beginning at ‘WOW’ at the Rio…The rapid-fire delivery of a variety of different acts brings to mind an oddball hybrid of ‘Jubilee’ and ‘Absinthe’.”
– Brock Radke, Las Vegas Sun
““WOW” is one of Las Vegas’ newest must-see shows the whole family can enjoy together.”
– Sunseeker Magazine
“Visually stunning!”
– Vegas Insider
Some WOW “Fun Facts”:
• There are 30 performers on stage.
• The cast comes from more than 10 different countries.
• There are over 400 lighting pieces in the show.
• The LED wall is constructed of 24 Million LED lamps, it is 3,300 square feet (316 sqm), there are 3,842 feet of fiber optic cable (3,000 meter) and a total weight is 15,432 lb (7,000kg).
• There are 240 costumes worn by the cast throughout the show.
• Over 10,000 shells were hand-sewn into the costumes.
• Over 100,000 beads are integrated into the costumes.
• There are 8 costume changes for every cast member.
Showtimes are in August on Tuesday and Friday at 8:00 pm, and Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. (Dark Monday). From September 2021 on, “WOW” will perform nightly at 7:00 pm with additional shows at 9:30 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday (Dark Friday). Tickets range from $52.99 to $126.93 + taxes and fees and can be purchased at Ticketmaster, www.Caesars.com/shows or by calling 702-777-7776.
I wrote about this in March 2020, but now with the shows reopening, they have switched hotels. This should be a terrific show.
AN EVENING WITH WHITNEY: THE WHITNEY HOUSTON HOLOGRAM CONCERT AT HARRAH’S LAS VEGAS STARTING AUGUST 30TH
Tickets on Sale TODAY AT TICKETMASTER.COM 8 P.M. SHOW- NOW SCHEDULED FOR HARRAHS
“This show raised the bar both technically and theatrically.” -Daily Telegraph
“Technically impressive and full of loving touches.” -NME
“Her hits, her ballads, her otherworldly presence can still bring out the smiles, the singalongs, the shimmies, the pure joy…” -4 News (UK)
“You quickly forget that it is a hologram and begin to both appreciate and celebrate just how good Whitney was.”
-The Herald Scotland / Glasgow Evening Times
After touring in Europe for a 24-city premier this boundary-breaking hologram concert experience featuring the voice of one of the world’s greatest entertainers, AN EVENING WITH WHITNEY: THE WHITNEY HOUSTON HOLOGRAM
Interact with everyone in the room as you search out the "who done its", who is the “murderer", and did they deserve it or are they innocent? Plenty of pre dinner hints and clues with a lot of "shady" characters.
