• Las Vegas

    Yuzu and Space Japanese Montessori Indoor Playground

    There are so many indoor playgrounds in Las Vegas to beat the heat (and wind) during our extreme months but this one is unique! Yuzu and Space opened just a month ago at Sahara and Jones area. This is a learning center, Montessori, a Japanese bilingual learning play place for kids ages 0-7. Older kids can have fun and benefit from the zen environment that Yuzu offers.  For parents looking for a place that opens early 8:30 am and a safe environment for lo-fi play, you have to check out this place. The owner, Runa Howards is a former Montessori teacher who dreamt of creating a safe place that is accessible and beautiful for the young kids in Las Vegas or visiting.

    Welcome to YUZU & SPACE where children can enjoy unlimited arts & crafts and sensory activities at indoor play center in Las Vegas! We are dedicated to providing a safe and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and have fun.

    Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to inspire imagination and creativity, with a wide range of interactive play areas and activities. From our exciting play structures to our engaging educational programs, we strive to create memorable experiences for children.

    YUZU & SPACE

    6145 West Sahara Ave, Suite 4, Las Vegas, NV 89146

    @yuzu_and_space

    info@yuzuandspace.com

    Text or Call (775) 567-3769

  • Las Vegas

    Ninja Kidz Action Park Las Vegas Now Open

    Ninja Kidz Action Park is a trampoline park built by Ninja Kidz TV and is the premier trampoline park in all of Las Vegas. Ninja Kidz Action Park has over 20 attractions built with every person in mind. Trampolines, Laser Maze, Gymnastic Tumble Tracks, Dodgeball, Slides, Aerial Silks and more!   These YouTube kids have a huge fanbase worldwide and we were so lucky to attend the grand opening party this morning! This rainy Saturday morning was packed with kids and parents who were equally excited to check out the newest play place.  Located by HMart Plaza at Decatur and Sahara, this rebranded Xplozone Trampoline park has a whole new look and a super awesome vibe! The Ninja Kidz Elite Squad believes in hard work and positive energy.

    702-815-1036

    2640 S Decatur Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89102 (At Sahara)

    Monday – Thurs: Noon to 10pm

    Friday: Noon to 11pm 

    Saturday: 9am to 11pm 

    Sunday: 9am to 10pm

    Each Ninja Kidz Action Park meets the highest industry standards of safety and cleanliness. 

  • Las Vegas

    14th Anniversary of the Affordable Care Act

    Congresswoman Dina Titus will join For Our Future Nevada, Protect Our Care Nevada and health care advocates to celebrate the 14th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act and discuss how Nevadans have benefitted from the law, which expanded access to quality, affordable health care. The historic legislation eliminated lifetime caps, expanded Medicaid, and secured protections for millions of people living with pre-existing conditions.

    Speakers will also highlight ongoing attacks on health care, and celebrate the historic investments to secure the future of Nevadans’ health care.
    Congresswoman Dina Titus

    Information about the event: 

    WHO:
    Congresswoman Dina Titus
    For Our Future Nevada
    Protect Our Care Nevada

    WHAT:

    Press conference and rally to celebrate and protect the Affordable Care Act

    WHEN:
    SATURDAY, March 23, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.

    WHERE:

    Martin Luther King Jr. Statue at Martin Luther King Jr. Senior Center
    2420 N M.L.K. Blvd.
    North Las Vegas, NV 89032

  • Las Vegas

    JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa To Host Vitalant Blood Drive, March 30, 31

    JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa invites the community to its next Vitalant blood drive on Saturday, March 30 and Sunday, March 31 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom. All blood types are in urgent need with emphasis on type “O” which is most frequently used because of its universal qualities.  O-positive is compatible with any of the positive blood types. O-negative can help patients with any blood type.

    “Every two seconds, a patient needs blood.  We welcome all eligible donors to give the gift of life this March. And, we want to encourage those who have never donated to try it.  To put it plainly, we need the next wave of donors right now.  A very small percentage of our population is donating,” said Mike Doria, communications manager at Vitalant Nevada.

    March is Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, a reminder that regular donations also support those born with a blood disorder and require routine transfusions.

    Donors who give during the community blood drive at JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa will receive:

    • A chance to win one of four $5,000 gift cards as part of Vitalant’s celestial giveaway.
    • An “egg-citing” bonus $20 gift card when opting into Vitalant’s donor rewards store for donating during Easter weekend.
    • One 50%-off voucher to the Market Place Buffet at Rampart Casino for lunch, brunch or dinner.

    Donors who wish to attend the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort community blood drive can make an appointment by visiting vitalant.org/jw-Marriott or by using the drive code L1973 in the Vitalant app at vitalant.org or when calling 877-25-VITAL (84825).

    ABOUT JW MARRIOTT LAS VEGAS RESORT & SPA
    The JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa offers world-class luxury just 20 minutes northwest of the famous Las Vegas Strip. The Las Vegas resort is accessible to Las Vegas Speedway, TPC Las Vegas and a number of other golf courses. The JW Marriott features 548 well-appointed guest rooms and suites set amid 54 acres of lush gardens. The destination was recently voted as one of the “Top 5 Las Vegas Resorts” by readers of Condé Nast Traveler, one of “The 18 Best Hotels in Las Vegas” by Vegas Magazine and recognized as a “Top-Performing Business” on TripAdvisor for ranking in the top 10% of businesses worldwide for traveler feedback. The Las Vegas resort also includes a full-service spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, 35 meeting rooms with 110,000 square feet of flexible space, the on-site Rampart Casino and eight restaurants serving American, Italian, Japanese and Mediterranean cuisines. For information, visit www.marriott.com/LASJW. Stay up to date with the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa on Facebook, Instagramand Twitter.

    Marriott and the JW Marriott system are not associated with any part of The Resort at Summerlin (the “Resort”) other than the JW Marriott Las Vegas hotel (the “Hotel”) at the Resort.  The Casino is not part of the Hotel and is not part of the JW Marriott system.

    ABOUT JW MARRIOTT HOTELS & RESORTS
    JW Marriott is part of Marriott International’s luxury portfolio and consists of beautiful properties and distinctive resort locations around the world. These elegant hotels cater to sophisticated, self-assured travelers seeking The JW Treatment™ – the brand’s philosophy that true luxury is created by people who are passionate about what they do. JW hotels offer crafted experiences that bring to life the brand’s commitment to highly choreographed, anticipatory service and modern residential design, allowing guests to pursue their passions and leave even more fulfilled than when they arrived. Today there are 80 JW Marriott hotels in nearly 30 countries and territories. JW Marriott is proud to participate in the industry’s award-winning loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® which includes The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®. Members can now link accounts with Starwood Preferred Guest® at members.marriott.com for instant elite status matching and unlimited points transfer. Visit JW Marriott online, and on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

  • Las Vegas

    Lagree Fitness Announces the Premier Lagree Summit 2024 in Las Vegas

    Lagree Fitness, a leading innovator in the fitness industry, is proud to announce the highly anticipated Lagree Summit 2024, set to take place at the MGM Resort in Las Vegas from March 1st to 3rd, 2024. This landmark event is designed to unite the global community of Lagree Fitness enthusiasts, from licensees and trainers to fitness aficionados, in a shared mission to explore, learn, and connect through the cutting-edge world of Lagree Fitness.

    Summit Overview:

    The Lagree Summit 2024 aims to offer an immersive experience into the Lagree Fitness universe, showcasing its revolutionary equipment, including the Micro, Micro-Row, Mini, Mini Pro, Mega, Ramp, EVO, and EVO 2 machines. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with the full spectrum of Lagree offerings, from its patented machines and accessories to its distinctive fitness method and comprehensive trainer certification programs.

    Featured Panels and Workshops:

    A highlight of the summit will be the diverse range of panels and workshops led by esteemed members of the Lagree Fitness community:

    • From the Horse’s Mouth: A session with Sebastien Lagree, founder of Lagree Fitness, focusing on core movements like Lunges and Skating.
    • Lagree is for Everyone: Strategies for diversifying instruction to cater to a broad audience, from professional athletes to older clients.
    • The Movement Language: An exploration of the unique communication of movement in Lagree Fitness, presented by Dr. Rodante Saballa.
    • Studio Ownership: Insights into starting and succeeding in the competitive fitness studio market.
    • Optimizing SEO, Marketing, and Ad Messaging: Techniques to grow studio visibility and client engagement.
    • Scaling Your Studio: Strategies for expansion and maintaining high studio occupancy.
    • Building a Following: Tips for cultivating a strong community presence, both in-studio and online.
    • Science and Lagree: The role of the Lagree Method in preventing and treating injuries.
    • Seamless Sequencing and Cueing: Enhancing the effectiveness of class instruction.
    • Choosing the Right Lagree Equipment: Guidance from successful studio owners on selecting the best machines for your studio’s needs.

    Event Details:

    • Location: MGM Resort, Las Vegas, NV
    • Date: March 1 – 3, 2024

    About Lagree Fitness:

    Lagree Fitness is at the forefront of fitness innovation, holding over 150 patents with more pending. The Lagree Method is recognized worldwide for its effectiveness in delivering high-intensity, low-impact workouts that emphasize strength, endurance, core, and flexibility.

    Join Us:

    The Lagree Summit 2024 is not just an event; it’s a milestone in the journey of fitness evolution. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a fitness enthusiast eager to learn more about the Lagree Method, this summit promises to be an enriching experience that will inspire and invigorate.

    Connect with Us:

    • Instagram: @lagreefitness
    • Facebook: /LagreeFitness
    • TikTok: @lagreefitness
    • YouTube: /LagreeFitness

    Lagree Fitness: Innovation, Community, Excellence. Join us at the summit and be part of the fastest-growing fitness trend in America!

  • Las Vegas

    Esther’s Kitchen Announces Opening Date For Main Street Location

    Chef/Owner James Trees has announced the opening date for the new Esther’s Kitchen location at 1131 South Main Street in the Las Vegas Arts District. The new Esther’s will open for dinner, weekday lunch and weekend brunch beginning Friday, March 8, 2024. Reservations information will be made available via Esther’s Kitchen social media (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok: @estherskitchenlv, X: @LVEsthers) on March 6.

    Replacing the original location on California Street (1130 Casino Center Dr.) which closed Feb. 28 2024, the restaurant will now offer 187 seats including 28 bar seats in a 10,432 square foot space–in total more than three times the capacity of the original location.

    “We are really excited to provide the same neighborhood, seasonal experience for our guests that we have been doing for six years,” said Trees, “Only now, we won’t have to turn anyone away.”

    Taking over a 1940s-vintage corrugated steel and concrete building that previously housed the Retro Vegas vintage store, the new Esther’s Kitchen will be a continuation of the seasonal Italian & craft cocktails restaurant which has been a popular favorite for locals and visitors alike–and a consistent award winner–since opening in 2018. In most recent years, reservations have frequently booked out weeks in advance, creating the demand for a larger space. Trees was adamant about keeping the restaurant in the Arts District, waiting for the perfect opportunity to present itself, as the new location is literally steps away from the original.

    While staying faithful to the spirit of the original, the new Esther’s will offer several new exciting features including a vastly improved entrance experience, live pasta making and wood fired pizza stations, a private dining room with approx 55 seats, and a wraparound bar including window bar rails with a view of Main & California. The new kitchen will include a wood fired hearth, adding some large format entrees to the menu, and a full professional baking suite. An additional loft bar experience will open at a later date.

    Decor by Amanda Trees will include walnut countertops, tufted dining chairs in buckskin and English pub blue, bespoke wall coverings include vintage mid century breeze block-style accents and reclaimed wood, hand built wainscotting, and chandeliers recalling twirled pasta. A rear hallway pays tribute to the first six years of Esther’s with a collage of menus beneath framed awards. Yellow banquettes and a wall size print of the Venice, CA pier recall the original Esther’s decor, while the pizza oven is covered in a mosaic of Esther’s floor tiles.

    Chef Trees will be joined on the management team by Executive Chef Sean O’Hara, Director of Operations Keith Bracewell, General Manager David Klarer, Event Coordinator Gatsby Darwin, Bar Manager Tucker St. John.

    Exterior Detail, Esther’s Kitchen, Main St. (courtesy Timeless Cuisine)

     

    ESTHER’S KITCHEN EXECUTIVE TEAM HEADSHOTS (credit Courtesy Timeless Cuisine)

     

    About James Trees & Esther’s Kitchen

    Fresh, Seasonal, Local, Simple. These ideas shouldn’t be uncommon in the restaurant world, but are far too often overlooked. For Chef James Trees, after scaling some of the most impressive heights in the restaurant business with a who’s-who of celebrity chefs (from Michael Mina to Gordon Ramsay, Eric Ripert and many others), no ambition was calling him more than bringing it all back home. Esther’s Kitchen, named for the Great Aunt who was Chef James’ first mentor, is nothing more–and nothing less–than a local restaurant inspired by its Las Vegas Arts District neighborhood to elevate the simple, and simplify elegance. Grounded in the ingredient-driven cuisine of Italy, pastas, breads and nearly everything possible are made in-house; produce and proteins come from the best local sources available; wines are chosen for intrigue and value; cocktails are mixed to please you, not a bartender’s ego. It’s a restaurant you’ll want to call home.

     

    Esther’s Kitchen has been fortunate to receive a number of accolades since opening including Gayot top 10 new restaurants in the US, 2018; 10 Best Las Vegas Restaurants and #1 Best Italian (USA Today). Best Italian in Las Vegas nods from Gayot.com, Thrillist and Desert Companion magazine; and “Best New Neighborhood Mindblower” from Las Vegas Weekly. TripAdvisor named it a worldwide Travelers Choice in 2020 and #15 “Hidden Gems” in the US in 2022. Yelp selected Esther’s pizza as one of the Top 100 in the US, 2023. Thrillist has also tapped it as one of the best Italian restaurants in the country.

     

    Chef James Trees has been recognized as “Chef of the Year – 2019” by the Nevada Restaurant Association “Executive Chef of the Year, 2019” by the Silver State Awards, “Chef of the Moment” by VEGAS magazine and “Chef of the Year” for the Desert Companion 2021 Restaurant Awards. Trees was also selected as a Finalist for the James Beard Award: Best Chef Southwest 2020.

     

    1131 S Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89104

    Guest Services: (702) 570-7864 info@estherslv.com

    EsthersLV.com

    Instagram/Facebook/TikTok @EsthersKitchenLV