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Forty years later, ‘Close Encounters’ remains a unique film experience

For those of us who happened to be breathing in the ’70s, the idea of someone not having multiple encounters with Close Encounters is utterly ...

Short Takes: Movie listings and reviews for September 21

Everything in theaters this week, plus special screenings and movie reviews.

Five places you’ll see autumn actually happening

Mount Charleston, a pumpking patch, Floyd Lamb Park and more.

Exploring the dynamic seafood at Cevicheria El Diamante

The casero is the most popular ceviche—shrimp marinated in lime with avocado, onion, cucumber, cilantro and plenty of spicy bits of serrano pepper.

Jake Gyllenhaal plays a flawed real-life hero in ‘Stronger’

The film doesn’t go easy on its main character: Jeff is an irresponsible screwup before his injury, and he remains an irresponsible screwup afterward.

Travis Barker, Cedric Gervais, DJ Khaled and more big shows this week

Jennifer Lopez, Diplo and The Chainsmokers are all back in town this weekend.

Feeling brave? These karaoke hot spots are ready to be conquered

Champagne’s, Dino’s, Ellis Island and more.

Springs Preserve’s new exhibit brings the wonder back to water

WaterWorks is the latest big addition to the decade-old, nature/history-themed attraction.

Light up the lounges: An argument for recreational cannabis clubs

The governor’s task force predicted tourists would account for 63 percent of Nevada’s recreational marijuana sales, but where did it expect those millions to toke ...

Scoopfest comedy, Life Is Sh*t fest, a ‘Star Trek’ viewing party and other stuff to do this week

Also: a double shot of poet and rapper Saul Williams.

Get to know the psych warriors of Wand before they invade the Bunkhouse

Frontman Cory Hanson and drummer Evan Burrows served in Ty Segall’s backing band for last year’s Neon Reverb-capping performance.

iHeartRadio Music Festival

The star-studded iHeartRadio Music Festival returns to Las Vegas on September 22 and 23.

Master of Puppets

Metallica tribute

Circus 1903 - The Golden Age of Circus

The producers of the world’s biggest magic show, The Illusionists, have teamed up with the award winning puppeteers from War Horse to present a thrilling ...

Live Music at Beerhaus

Enjoy live music at The Park's Beerhaus every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight. No cover charge.

Boyz II Men

The R&B faves recently became the first to perform in the Theater at MGM National Harbor in Washington, D.C. Now the Boyz bring all their ...

Wand

With Darto.

Mike Tyson brings new ‘Truth’ to the MGM Grand

Iron Mike’s new version of his one-man show shares stories from his life beyond the ring.

Las Vegas won’t get Amazon’s second corporate headquarters—and that’s not a tragedy

The eventual arrival of an Amazon-sized, non-gaming employer is inevitable, so will we fortify our schools, our infrastructure and our transit?

Five places to get an early jump on Oktoberfest

Brooklyn Bowl, Beerhaus and, of course, Hofbräuhaus.

Las Vegas sounds a lot like the current Latin pop music craze

It’s the hook from “Despacito”—the recent monster smash by another Puerto Rican artist, Luis Fonsi—that’s fueling the current surge.

Vegas Extreme Park gets the go-ahead from Clark County

Amenities will include lakes for cable wakeboarding, surf and whitewater rafting; indoor biking and skydiving; towers for rock climbing and bungee jumping; and ziplines.

Masterful meat: It’s tough to compete with Sin City Smokers

The ribs are rich and smoky, and the brisket is just fatty enough, moist and tender with a thin layer of savory bark.

Mandarin Oriental’s sky-high bar and lounge sets the standard

Did you know about the Edge?

Layla: A Social Salon creates a communal experience

Stylist and salon owner Tzigane Libson knew she wanted to go above and beyond.

Henry Rollins, Spoon’s Britt Daniel bolster Emerge’s inaugural lineup

Also announced: a huge wave of new bands, including Lower Dens, White Reaper and The Regrettes.

The Back of House Brawl returns, bigger than ever

The always-interesting food journey of Jolene Mannina continues.

Communal Silent Savasana yoga has become Las Vegas’ unlikeliest craze

Spun off the technology that enabled the “silent disco” trend, it uses wireless headphones to transmit music and instruction to yogis.

Dining News & Notes: The Goodwich to expand, the Palms making moves

Also: Stop what you're doing and go vote on the official nachos of the Vegas Golden Knights.

The square gallery: Meet three Vegas artists using Instagram as an online Arts District

It’s not an ideal platform—the service flatly rejects vertical works—but it is an easy gallery to browse, one that never closes.

Kesha, Diplo, Chris Brown and more big shows this week

Flosstradamus plays Intrigue as a warm-up for his big club tour.

Darren Aronofsky’s bold ‘Mother!’ is one of 2017’s best films

Viewers expecting a traditional, psychologically plausible narrative will wind up feeling cheated, even trolled, as it slowly metamorphoses into an unrepentant art film.

The week in weed: Henderson joins the party

Five dispensaries in that city are now eligible to apply for recreational licenses and are expected to launch recreational sales sometime between October and December.

Grab a fantastic deal with Lunch Like a Spaniard at Jaleo

Don’t skip the colorful, creative cuisine on the Cosmopolitan’s third floor.

Karaoke royalty: These fearless Las Vegans come alive at night

Published Thu, Sep 21, 2017 (midnight)

There’s something special about karaoke bars, and even more so about the folks who frequent them.

Feeling brave? These karaoke hot spots are ready to be conquered

Published Thu, Sep 21, 2017 (midnight)

Champagne’s, Dino’s, Ellis Island and more.

Las Vegas sounds a lot like the current Latin pop music craze

Published Thu, Sep 14, 2017 (midnight)

It’s the hook from “Despacito”—the recent monster smash by another Puerto Rican artist, Luis Fonsi—that’s fueling the current surge.

The biggest Latin music lineup ever

Published Thu, Sep 14, 2017 (midnight)

Marc Anthony, Enrique Iglesias, Maná and many other big names are in town to celebrate Mexican Independence Day.

The square gallery: Meet three Vegas artists using Instagram as an online Arts District

Published Thu, Sep 14, 2017 (midnight)

It’s not an ideal platform—the service flatly rejects vertical works—but it is an easy gallery to browse, one that never closes.

2017 Fall A&E Guide: New TV series

Published Thu, Sep 7, 2017 (midnight)

Josh Bell previewed 17 network pilots to plan out your life for you.

2017 Fall A&E Guide: Cultural happenings

Published Thu, Sep 7, 2017 (midnight)

Artist Raymond Pettibon, Young (and old) Frankenstein, the book fest and other Las Vegas events to mark on your calendar.

2017 Fall A&E Guide: Albums

Published Thu, Sep 7, 2017 (midnight)

The Killers, Taylor Swift, Foo Fighters and other big upcoming releases.

2017 Fall A&E Guide: Concerts

Published Thu, Sep 7, 2017 (midnight)

Jay-Z, Arcade Fire, Route 91 and other shows to catch in Las Vegas this season.

2017 Fall A&E Guide: Films

Published Thu, Sep 7, 2017 (midnight)

Justice League, Blade Runner 2049, a new Thor and more.

Women of Intrigue: Stephanie Capellas

Published Thu, Aug 31, 2017 (midnight)

With a decade of experience in hospitality and communications, she was an obvious candidate for the Cosmopolitan’s Vice President of Public Relations.

Women of Intrigue: Kelley & Victoria Fertitta

Published Thu, Aug 31, 2017 (midnight)

The sisters have established the Wilson Gabrielle brand as a combination of their separate styles, and now they're going bicoastal.

Women of Intrigue: Natalia Badzjo

Published Thu, Aug 31, 2017 (midnight)

As Director of Customer Development at Wynn Nightlife, she's responsible for packing the casino’s venues and “creating the best party in town.”

Women of Intrigue: Mali Gabay

Published Thu, Aug 31, 2017 (midnight)

When visitors walk into Bonanza Gifts, they’re looking for authentic bits of Vegas to take home, and the store's manager sees to it that they ...

Women of Intrigue: Jamie Tran

Published Thu, Aug 31, 2017 (midnight)

The Black Sheep is the vision of this former Aureole and DB Brasserie sous chef, and it has been one of the Valley’s most talked-about ...

Women of Intrigue: Cami Christensen

Published Thu, Aug 31, 2017 (midnight)

The Westgate Vice President of Resort Operations & Assistant General Manager has been part of a team for most of her life, especially as a ...