Culture

First Friday

PARKING—Free parking is available at street meters in the immediate area and the Clark County Government Center, with a free shuttle from the center to the party, 6-10 p.m. The free valet at the Arts Factory is available from 6-9 p.m.

Street Closures: Casino Center Boulevard between Charleston Boulevard and Colorado Avenue and Colorado Avenue between Third and Main streets will be closed to traffic for the night, to make room for street chalk drawing, open-air art galleries, psychic readings, beer and wine vendors, live music, a stilt dancer and food from a number of local vendors.

Free buses and trolleys, courtesy of the city of Las Vegas, depart the Clark County Government Center every 15 minutes for Antique Row (Gypsy Caravan, Yana’s, the Funk House), Holsum Design Centers, the Icehouse, Main Street and the Commerce Street Studios, beginning at 6 p.m. until 10 p.m.

All activities run from 6-10 p.m. and are free, unless otherwise noted.

Arts Factory

101 E. Charleston Blvd.

Cricket Studio The works of Bryan Swanson Other hours: Tue-Fri noon-4 pm, weekends by appointment. 366-9077. www.cricketstudio.com.

Damned Ink Studios Fools of April group show featuring works by KD Matheson, Iceberg Slick, Joseph Watson, Caesar, Mark T. Zeilman, Spencer Davis, Danny Roberts, Jon Fanok, Mike Biggs and more. Other Hours: Fri-Sat, 1-6 pm. 480-9090. www.damnedinkstudios.com.

Face Up Gallery H20 the works of Dar Freeland, acrylics on canvas, prints and more. Other hours: Tue-Fri noon-4 pm, weekends by appointment. 366-9077.  

H. Stephen Jackson  Early conceptual work for various local office and commercial developments for KKE/HFTA Architects, other sketches of cutting-edge home design. Other hours: by appointment. 382-9200. www.hsj-architect.com

Jennifer Main Studio  New figurative abstract paintings by Jennifer Main Other hours: First Friday 5-10 pm, Wed-Sat noon-4 pm and by appointment. Suite 101, 889-8206. www.jennifermaingalllery.com.

M-Modern Gallery The Virgins of Consequence the works of Nathan Spoor Other hours: Thu-Sat noon-4 pm. 383-8629.

Parking Lot Live electronic musical demonstration by DU. Customized prints, T-shirts and more for sale.

Trifecta Gallery Put you in your Place, the art of Casey Weldon Other hours: First Fri noon-10 pm, Sat noon-2 pm, Wed-Fri noon-4 pm. 366-7001.  www.trifectagallery.com.

Vurb Magazine Headquarters The works of Vurb magazine artist David Ryan Other hours: by appointment.

Mike Wardle Gallery Abstract expressionist paintings, both large and small, featuring paintings of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres. Other hours: by appointment.  383-8633. www.michaelwardle.com.

Shannon Webb Gallery New works by Shannon Webb open studio.  Other hours: by appointment. 371-4300. www.shannonwebb.com.

Commerce Street Studios

1531-1551 S. Commerce St.

Against the Wall New works by Keri Schroeder Other hours: Third Thu 6-10 pm and by appointment.

Archinofsky Gallery  Off the Map surreal photography by Dale O’Dell Other hours: Sat noon-3 pm, Third Thu 6-10 pm and by appointment. 845-6214.

Atomic Todd Uncle Todd’s Parade of Botched Beauties by Rachel Moseley and Atomic Todd Other hours: Wed-Sat noon-5 pm. www.atomictodd.com.

Circadian Studios Works by Daniel Pearson Other hours: 6-10 pm Third Thu.

The Fallout Gallery Radiant Residue Inaugural exhibition with Bay area artist Jessalyn Haggenjos  Other Hours: Wed-Sat noon-4:30 pm. 269-3111. www.thefallout.com

Dave Mellon Studio Showing new works by Dave Mellon Other hours: By Appointment.

Bonnie Kelso Studio  Showcasing the paintings of Bonnie Kelso Other hours: By appoinment.

MTZC Z Men the works of Angee Jackson Other hours: Sat 11 am-4 pm, Third Thu 6-10 pm and by appointment. 796-3586. www.mtzc.com.

Naked City Tattoo Other hours: daily, special shows on First Fri, Third Thu.

One Way Design Photography and graphic design by O.W.D.  799-9378. www.myspace.com/onewaydesignlasvegas.

Funk House

South Casino Center Boulevard

The Box Office Featuring art by Sandy Cye, Krystal Walford, Lou Critchfield and Alberto Corrillo 6-10 pm.  1115 and 1129 S. Casino Center Blvd.

The Funk House Featuring art by Albert F. Montoya and Rick on the Didgeridoo. Other hours: daily 10 am-5 pm. 1228 S. Casino Center Blvd., 678-6278. www.thefunkhouselasvegas.com.

Open Air Gallery Original works by over 50 artists, live music, fortune tellers, meet the girls from Hogs & Heifers,  beer and wine. Casino Center Boulevard and Colorado Avenue.

3rd St. Revolution Art Gallery Bronce sculpture and fine graphics by JuanYbbarra and sculture, paintings and graphics by Ezequiel Lee Orona Other hours: by appointment. 224 Imperial Ave., 308-8442.

Holsum Design

Center 231 W. Charleston Blvd.

AKA Inspired Art  Hand-crafted custom art by Ann Keefe Alenik 301-5994.

Art & Soul Gallery Creative paintings and functional metal artworks, featuring Tanti Hill’s Raku pottery and sculpture and blown-glass from Geo Soul Arts. Other hours: Wed-Sun 11:30 am-4:30 pm. 795-2787.

Contemporary Arts Collective N9NE Encuastic, contemporary textures in wax. Other hours: by appointment.  382-3886.  www.lasvegascac.org.

Gallery P  Works by Lincoln Maynard, Joseph Palermo, Jay Bailey, Jenik Cook, Hanna Iglikowska, Andrezej Gieraga, Rick Metzler, Steven Spann, Lew Shortridge, Todd Gilmore, Alex Volborth and Jo Ross. Other hours: Tue-Sat noon-4:30 pm, Sun-Mon by appointment.  384-8155.

M Griesgraber Studio Gallery Architectural Action Abstractions the paintings of Michael Griesgraber Other hours: by appointment. 221-9976. www.mgriesgraber.com

Sawbuck Architectural Design Dur and Bowen’s showroom, featuring high-end architectural hardware. Other hours: by appointment. 364-1434.

Steven Spann Gallery Other hours: Wed-Sat noon-4 pm, First Sun brunch with the artist, noon-2 pm. New works. 384-3860.  www.stevenspann.com.

Main Street

Dust Gallery Brutal Instincts the works of Cara Cole  Other hours: Wed-Sat noon-5 pm and by appointment. 1221 S. Main St., 880-DUST (3878). www.dustgallery.com.

The Epicenter Avant Gallery: the works of Danny and Brandee In The Backroom: Matt Seymour and Bryan Ambacher Other hours: First Fri 7-9:30 pm and by appointment. Inside Nevada Radiator, 1114 S. Main St., 384-7777.

Gainsburg Studio Inc. Stone sculptor Sharon Gainsburg and other artists in different media. Free stone carving. Other hours: Mon-Sat, 11-6 pm or by appointment. 1039 Main St., No. 103, 384-1388. www.gainsburgstudio.com.

G-C Arts Site Specific Las Vegas 05 by Olivio Barbieri hours: Tue-Sat 10 am-6 pm and by appointment. 1217 S. Main St., 452-2200.

Twelve18 Showcasing the works of Steven Spann, Dray, Steve Ligouri, Jada Fire, Lorne Cramer and Leslie Rowl and other hours: Wed-Sun, noon-6 pm. 1218 S. Main St., 379-5350.

Other Spots

Art Gallery Works by local artists from the ’70s and ’80s.  Other hours: Mon-Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun noon-6 pm. Inside Not Just Antiques Mall, 1422 Western Ave., 384-4922.  www.notjustantiquesmart.com.

Artistic Iron Works One Stop art event promoting over 20 artists, 6-10 pm. 105 W. Charleston Blvd., 387-8668.  www.winenart.com/artsticironworks.htm.

Artitude Featuring the work of steel artist Jerome Ellis, glass artist Kathy Hogan and award-winning artists from around the country. Other hours: by appointment.  4 E. Charleston Blvd., 878-2533.

Atomic City Tattoo   Barbecue, drinks, live music, DJs, art show, mini musuem and gallery for tattoo artists to showcase and sell their work. Free parking in the rear. Other hours: First Fri 8 pm-midnight and by appointment. 1506 S. Las Vegas Blvd., No. 3, 678-6665. www.atomiccitytattoo.com.

Clark County Government Center Yaffa Cary's hig-fired stonewear. Other hours: First Fri 5:30-7:30 pm, Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm. 500 S. Grand Central Parkway, 455-8239.

Donna Beam Gallery The Good Eaters by Wendy Kveck Other hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm, Sat 10 am-2 pm and by appointment. 4505 Maryland Parkway, 895-3893.

Post Modern Cultural Center  Vegas VIP, the story of Downtown told in vintage postcards, photos and artifacts. Other hours: Mon-Fri 11 am-3 pm, 5-7 pm; Sat 10 am-6 pm. 300 E. Stewart Ave., formerly the Downtown Post Office, 229-5431

Reed Whipple Cultural Center Other hours: First Fri 6-8 pm, Tue-Fri 11 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun 10 am-6 pm. 821 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 229-4764.

S2Art and Atelier Dirty Martinis & Other Delights Lithographs and other mediums with a “beverage” theme. Also featuring artwork by Matt Rinard and Todd Goldman Light refreshments and demonstrations. Other hours: First Fri 10 am-9 pm, Sat noon-4 pm. 1 E. Charleston Blvd., 868-7800, ext. 111.  www.s2art.com.

Williams Costume Shop CineVegas ticket and merchandise giveaway.  Get free passes to the Art House Screening Series and be entered in a contest for passes to the 2007 CineVegas Film Festival. 1226 S. Third St., 384-1384.

Stuff to Hear

Acoustic 209 Local art and music by ZICO 8 pm. 209 E. Colorado St.  www.myspace.com/acoustic209.

Verge Music Stage  Afro-Cuban Jazz Band, Uncommon Alliance B-boy crew, Roman Beats, The Basiqs 6-10 pm. California Avenue and Casino Center Boulevard.

Dino’s Lounge Obstacle 10:30 pm-1 am, followed by karaoke with host Danny G Other hours: 24/7. 1516 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 382-3894. www.dinoslv.com.

Land Rover Stage Pickadillos, XRPM,Hedwig & the Angry Inch 6-10 pm. Colorado Avenue and Casino Center Boulevard.

Third Street Stage The Vista IV Live surf rock, 6-10 pm, Colorado Avenue and Third Street.

Stuff to Buy

The Attic 20 percent discount for First Fri patrons. Other hours: Fri 10 am-6 pm, Sat 11 am-6 pm, Mon-Thu 10 am-5 pm, First Fri to 8 pm. 1018 S. Main St., 388-4088. www.atticvintage.com.

D’Loe House of Style Vintage clothing and accessories from the ’40s to the ’80s, refreshments, open late. Other hours: Mon-Sat noon-7 pm and by appointment. 220 E. Charleston Blvd., 382-5688.

Durette Studio Decorative hardware, lighting and more, light refreshments, Mike Candito’s Studio Jazz. Other hours: First Fri 9 am-9 pm, Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm. 1007 Main St., 368-2601.

Epic Shoos Selling limited edition, premium and consignment shoes. Other hours: Mon-Sat 11 am- 7 pm. Sun noon-6 pm. 1209 S. Main St., 388-4343. www.epicshoos.com.

Garden Party, Good Fellow Antiques, Sweet Peas Doll Shop Outdoor antiques and more, open late, 10 percent discount. 203 E. Colorado Blvd., 868-3302.

Gypsy Caravan Antiques 10 percent discount for First Fri patrons.  Other hours: Tue-Sat 10 am-5 pm. 1302 S. Third St., 868-3302.

Hollywood Design  High-end, custom, residential furniture. Other hours: Mon-Fri 9am-3 pm.  Holsum Lofts, 231 W. Charleston Blvd., No. 190, 382-6477. www.hollywooddesign.net.

Home Expressions Unique handcrafted items and custom-designed furniture by Russ and Mary Peters, Darrel Johnston, Mark Hines and Steven Kaye. Other hours: Tue-Sat 10:30 am-5:30 pm. Holsum Lofts, 231 W. Charleston Blvd., No. 150, 431-6823. www.homeexpressionslv.com.

Las Vegas Paper Doll Note-card and unique gift shop, carrying Smudge Ink, Pancake & Franks, Fold and more. First Fri discounts. Other hours: First Fri 10:30 am-10 pm, Tue-Fri 10:30 am-6 pm.  Holsum Lofts, 231 W. Charleston Blvd., No. 130. 385-7892. www.lvpaperdoll.com.

Lynn Peri Collection Featuring glass ornaments by Eric Cortina, sculpted porcelain by Teresa Testa, bronze sculpture by Roy Butler and carved bottle holders by Sharon Gainsburg. Other hours: Tue-Sat 11am -5 pm. Holsum Lofts, 241 W. Charleston Blvd., No. 160, 366-9171.

Mastercraft Furniture Other hours: Mon-Sat 9:30 am-6:30 pm. 1300 S. Main St., 383-1008.

Mist Harbor Tapestries, Artisan House metal sculptures and more, James Dean presents his famous blue cat, Pete. Other hours: Tue-Fri 10:30 am-6 pm, Sat 10 am-5 pm. Holsum Lofts, 231 W. Charleston Blvd., No. 140. www.mistharbor.com.

Modify Vintage modern furnishings. Open late. 8 E. Charleston Blvd., 384-6555.

Not Just Antiques Free barbecue, lots of free parking. Art by Adriano Chaves. Other hours: First Fri 10 am-10 pm, daily 10 am-6 pm, Sun noon-6 pm. 1422 Western Ave., 384-4922.  www.notjustantquesmart.com.

Opportunity Village Thrift Shop Come and check out our new look and wild and funky items; half off selected merchandise First Fri. Other hours: First Fri 9 am-10 pm, Mon-Sat 9 am-5 pm, Sun 11 am-5 pm.  921 S. Main St., 383-1082.  www.opportunityvillage.org.

Red Rooster Antique Mall  10 percent off merchandise for First Fri patrons. Hours vary. Open late First Fri. 1109 Western Ave., 382-5253.

Unicahome Modern Design inside the Funk House, 1228 S. Casino Center Blvd., 616-9280. www.unicahome.com.

Yana’s Junk, Fine Antiques  Refreshments, tarot readings, handwriting analysis, 10 percent discount for First Fri patrons. Other hours: Mon-Sat 10 am-4 pm. 201 E. Colorado Ave., 388-0051. www.yana.qpg.com.

Stuff to Eat

Andre’s Wine and cheese tasting, featuring works by artist Isabelle Michaud $15 per person. 5:30-9 pm. 401 S. Sixth St., 385-5016.

Casa Don Juan Mexican cuisine, food and drink specials. Other hours: daily 7 am-10 pm.  1202 S. Main St., 384-8070.

Chicago Joe’s Home-style Italian cooking, food and drink specials. Other hours: Tue-Fri 11 am-10 pm, Sat 5-10 pm. 820 S. Fourth St., 382-5637.

Dino’s Lounge Other hours: 1516 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 382-3894. 24/7. www.dinoslv.com.

Fat Daddy’s Ice Cream Las Vegas’ only 24-hour ice cream truck, and guaranteed the cleanest ice cream truck in town. Casino Center Boulevard and Colorado Avenue. www.FatDaddysIceCream.com.

Florida Cafe Cuban cuisine, food and drink specials. Other hours: daily 7 am-10 pm.  1401 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 385-3013.

The Grill on Charleston Other hours: Mon-Wed 7 am-7 pm, Thu-Sat 7 am-3 pm. 241 W. Charleston Blvd., No. 101, 380-1110.

Hot Dawg Daze Colorado Avenue and Casino Center Boulevard.

The Icehouse Lounge Comfort food. Other hours: Mon-Fri 10-2 am, Sat 11-2 am.  650 S. Main St., 743-6256

Island Flavors Cafe 300 E. Charleston Blvd., No. 101, 474-7127.

Tinoco’s Bistro Latin-European fusion, food and drink specials. Other hours: Mon-Sat 11 am-3 pm, 5-10 pm. 1756 E. Charleston Blvd., 464-5008.

Walter’s Cajun BBQ Colorado Avenue and Casino Center Boulevard.

AfterParties

Art Bar Classic Vegas: an island bar surrounded by red leather booths and white plastic cocktail  tables suggesting a retro-future aesthetic, with local artists’ work on the walls. 1511 S. Main St., 437-2787.

Beauty Bar The Get Back, funky soul dance party with DJs John Doe, Danny Boy, Phoreyz, Aurajin and guests. 10 pm until the wee hours, $5 women, $10 men. Drink specials, free parking at area casinos and Neonopolis. 517 Fremont St., 598-1965.  www.thegetbackvegas.com.

Bunkhouse Saloon Bar and Grill  24/7. Bringing rock ’n’ roll to First Fri., $5 cover includes first drink. 124 S. 11th St., 384-4536. www.bunkhouselv.com.

The Icehouse Lounge  Live bands, 6 pm. Free parking. 650 S. Main St., 315-2570. www.icehouselounge.com.

Hogs & Heifers Saloon Join the beautiful, sassy women for cold beer, loud classic American music and lots of attitude. 65+ feet of designated motorcycle parking in front. Friends of FF and Friends of FF drink and merchandise discounts. Open 1 pm-4 am daily. 201 N. Third St., 646-1457.

Saloon Bar & Grill 25 percent food discounts, $1.50 beer specials, $3 drink specials, entertainment  karaoke or live music Sun, 10 pm-2 am Fri-Sat, 650 Fremont St., 388-4116.

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