First Friday This Month

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The Celebration Continues in July!

Help Support the 5-Year-Old Festival!

July 4, 2008

6:00 pm -10:00 pm

We have many reasons to celebrate this month's event, not only does First Friday fall on Independence Day we have the addition of our beautiful new streetscape. New sidewalks, trees and streetlights are sure to make the First Friday experience even better. Ten new galleries and retail outlets have opened in the last month (see listings below in red). So come on down and celebrate with us!

As of June 6, 2008 First Friday we will have a minimal $2 entry fee at the gates to the outdoor festival (children twelve and under free when accompanied by an adult). Because of these recent changes and community contributions Whirlygig is able to once again expand the event to a larger area and add even more artist tents and bands. It is our commitment to continually improve the programming for the First Friday. This change also allows us to continue to pay for all of the necessary infrastructure for an event that has grown as First Friday has. Each month we pay for barricading, artist tents, stage and supporting equipment, porta-potties, tables and chairs, power and technicians for the event, security, police, safety (ambulance, EMT's etc.), set up and clean up crews and more! All of these things are done to enhance the experience for our visitors and to continue to give artists the opportunity to show their work to a large and diverse audience.

El Cortez/First Friday Express Trolley

The El Cortez Hotel & Casino joined with First Friday and is now sponsoring an Express Trolley. The trolley will take patrons from the El Cortez, 600 East Fremont Street at the Cortez Garden Gateway (with 1,200 free parking spaces in the garage and also valet) to the Main Street and Colorado Trolley Stop at First Friday (and back again). The bus will run from 6:00 p.m.(starting at the El Cortez) until 10:00 p.m. with the last First Friday stop at approximately 9:30 p.m. Take advantage of the convenient parking and avoid traffic after the event. You can also enjoy the Entertainment District's First Friday after parties when you arrive back at the El Cortez.

DISCOUNTS

This First Friday, the ‘I Y First Friday 2!’ sticker will be redeemable for a $2 discount at Bistro Divino, located at 241 W. Charleston Blvd. in the Holsum Design Center (a wonderful restored historic building) Our other discount location is Big Island Smoothies ( 2 for 1 smoothies), located at 1516 Las Vegas Blvd. S., next to Dino's Lounge. The sticker is valid throughout July!

OUTDOOR FESTIVAL INFO

The outdoor festival can be entered at three locations: just north of Charleston on Casino Center Blvd.; just east of Main on Colorado; just east of Main on California. The Friends of First Friday Information Table in the outdoor festival is in front of The Funk House on the corner of Colorado and Casino Center. Don't forget to pick up your VIP pass to Vegas’ arts scene, the Friends of First Friday membership card, which offers discounts at First Friday-friendly vendors throughout the Las Vegas Valley, purchasing a Best Friend of First Friday card (dated 3/15/08 or later) now also gains you entry to First Friday events for one year from purchase of card. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult. To see the list of participating vendors, visit the FoFF page ( http://www.firstfriday-lasvegas.org/foff.html ). The Information Table provides information for visitors to First Friday. We also have special “I ‘heart’ First Friday” t-shirts available for just $15 at the Friends of First Friday Information Table. Within the gated outdoor festival area there are NO DOGS, skateboards, hacky sacks or bikes. City ordinance requires no glass bottles or cans! All of these rules are for everyone's safety and comfort.

Outdoor Artists Exhibition Spaces

First Friday Outdoor Exhibition spaces featuring 11 new artists including: Mixed media paintings by Kendall Abbott, Lisa Rolfe, David Overstreet, Susanne Freitag, Andre Hines, Sean Parcell of Skeleton Machine and Frijol Boy, metal sculptures by Philip Perrin, prints, paintings and plush by Shan Michael Evans and Jennifer Deveraux as well as a live reading and book signing by Vegas Die author Stephen Grogan. Provided free-of-charge to selected artists, the Outdoor Exhibition Spaces give creators of all disciplines the opportunity to showcase their latest works in the heart of the popular First Friday festival grounds. Artists can apply at art@firstfriday-lasvegas.org.

Live Entertainment

The LAND ROVER STAGE features

6-6:30 Mike Graves Trio (Vintage Rock)

6:30-8pm Dr Popsicle and the hair painted opera (Solo Acoustic)

Matthew Winters (Solo Acoustic)

Brandon Rojas (Solo Acoustic)

8-9pm The Let Up (Indy Rock)

9-10pm Inhale (Reggae, Rock, Ska)

Vista IV performing at Casino Center and California next to the Box Office

Break dancers provide more entertainment on Colorado near Main St.

Tango Dancers on Casino Center near California

Outdoor Festival Food and Beverage

H & H Bar-B-Q provides mouthwatering bar-b-que, Dino's continues to offer libations of all kinds, and Fat Daddys Ice Cream is back for the warm weather. Aspire Kettle Korn will be there with all kinds of Korn and fantastic funnel cakes and be sure to get your frozen lemonade from the Lemonade booth, it is cool and delicious. Also, Whirlygig, the non-profit producer of FF, sells water and sodas at their booth (on Casino Center & Colorado and on California & Casino Center) with all proceeds benefiting First Friday. Quench your thirst and support FF at the same time! www.whirlygiglasvegas.org.

ONLY ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES PURCHASED FROM OFFICIAL FIRST FRIDAY VENDORS MAY BE CONSUMED IN FESTIVAL AREAS, ALL OTHERS MUST BE THROWN AWAY UPON ENTRY TO FESTIVAL AREA. NO GLASS BOTTLES OR CANS, PLASTIC ONLY, CITY ORDINANCE!

FIRST FRIDAY MAP

A printable map for the First Friday Event may be found on our website or you may pick up a copy anytime @ The Funk House, 1228 South Casino Center Boulevard, Holsum Design Center, Commerce Street Studios and other participating vendors. Maps are also available the evenings of FIRST FRIDAY at our information booth.

FIRST FRIDAY PARKING & TRANSPORTATION

Clark County provides FREE parking at the Clark County Government Center and in July Whirlygig will provide two FREE Trolleys which make 6 stops throughout the festival from 6 to 10 pm. The Ice House is no longer on the trolley route.

ART—CASINO CENTER

Art @ The Box Office 1129 S Casino Center Blvd . Art Music & Cultural Venue & Expressions of Fine Artists. Open First Friday 6-10pm.

Art @ The Funk House 1228 Casino Center Blvd. Perversion for Profit, original works by Jennifer and Brian Henry, July 3-July 30,2008. Open First Friday 6-10pm. Special Reception July 18, 2008 from 5-8pm. Regular Hours Mon-Sat 10-5pm. 702 678 6278 www.thefunkhouselasvegas.com

CITY OF THE WORLD INC. 1229 S. Casino Center Blvd. Gallery-School-Boutique-Meeting Place. Featured artist is Andre Hines.Many other artists work is also shown each month. Open FF and Saturdays 1-5pm. Call for appointments. 702-523-5306.

ART—MAIN STREET (SOUTH OF CHARLESTON)

The Epicenter 1114 S. Main. Avant Gallery: Thomas Willis. The Backroom: rOsedOll "new works". The Loft: Travis Jackson. Waste Your Life. Be An Artist. vending out front! 6pm to 10pm. All ages. 6pm to 10pm.

ATOMIC TODD-- 1221 S. Main St--New Exhibit. www.atomictodd.com 702-386-8633

ART—COMMERCE STREET STUDIOS, 1551 South Commerce

LIVE MUSIC OUTSIDE

COMMERCE STREET STUDIOS (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) FOR INFO PLEASE EMAIL: studios@commercestreetstudios.com Be sure and check out the new studios and galleries already open at this location!!

THE FALLOUT GALLERY features Joe DiCamillis July 3-August 15,2008. During 17 years as a visual artist, Joe's subject matter and style changed slowly but dramatically--from loose bright paintings on board to dramatic scenes of everyday America painted like Dutch Masters on copper and steel. He pushed the extremes of scale until 2002 when he painted smaller than postage stamps. The audience had to get close to see what was going on. There was intimacy. People slowed down to notice details. They read his stories, they studied his visual Opening Reception July 3,2008. Open First Friday 6-10pm. Regular Hours: Wed.-Sat noon-4:00pm. www.thefallout.net 702-269-3111.

MTZC - the edge of sin city (upstairs in Commerce Street Studios) presents "BI POLAR", new works by KD Matheson and Jorge Catoni featuring traditional and digital works. MTZC is located in the Commerce Street Studios and is a great place to see the fireworks from the Stratosphere Tower and the North end of the strip. 1551 S. Commerce Street at Wyoming. MTZC is open every Saturday from 11am to 4pm and by appointment. To schedule an appointment, please contact info@mtzc.com or visit www.mtzc.com.

Naked City Tattoo (1551 S. Commerce St, 1/2 block north of Wyoming, 1 block west of Main Street): Special shows on First Fridays. Open daily. 702-612-5516. Over-Indulgent Glandular Apparatus is on view at DAVE ZERO Gallery at Commerce Street Studios, with an opening reception on First Friday, June 6th, 2008. Commerce Street Studios, 1551 South Commerce, Las Vegas, NV

Studio Woodward exhibiting new work.Open 6-10pm on First Friday. Located in Commerce Street Studios, 1551 S. Commerce St. First Friday Trolley Stop!!

ART—NEXT DOOR AT 1531-1541 Commerce Street

BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME--A space created to inspire, educate and entertain the public, fostering an understanding of the history and heritage of classic burlesque--including but not limited to the art, artifacts and personal histories of its brightest stars. www.burlesquehall.com.

CIRCADIAN STUDIOS 1541 S. Commerce, Suite 120 First Friday 4th of July hours 6 - 9 With a new series by Daniel Pearson 4 paintings in Black and White, and ongoing shows by Jahaira Marin and H. Nelson 1541 S. Commerce St. First Friday Trolley Stop

Personality: a group photo show curated by David Curtis & Richard Rasner continues through July at thebeatfarm (former location of Apparatus) 1405 S. Commerce Street by appointment 354-0971 Mark Matson, thebeatfarm

ART—THE ARTS FACTORY, 101-109 E. Charleston Blvd.
"Lost Vegas" is an exciting new spot is open at the Arts Factory, featuring Las Vegas themed house wares, novelties, and kitschy gifts, along side men's and women's vintage clothing selected by the fabulous Fifi. Open First Friday 6-10pm. 234-3269

Blue Sky Yoga/art gallery Suite 103 at the Arts Factory. Group Art show, new work each month. "Pay What You Can" Yoga classes. See website, www.blueskyyogalv.com for a full class schedule and special events, including our outdoor classes at Red Rock Canyon. Open First Friday. Call Cheryl for info @ 592-1396.

Contemporary Arts Collective (CAC). Suite 101.CAC' CAC's July exhibit: Opening: Thursday 06/03, 6-9PM Panel Discussion: Thursday, 06/04, 6-9PM Matthew O’Brien’s book “Beneath the Neon" is the inspiration for the CAC’s latest exhibition Beneath the Neon: The Exhibition. Explore the underground channels of Las Vegas through the eyes of local curator Brian “Paco” Alvarez, who has recreated the storm drains in the CAC’s gallery using water, gravel and graffiti. The panel discussion will includes book signing by Matt O'Brian and hands on stories by Former drain-dweller William Wieland.

CRICKET STUDIO, Studio 203. Works by BRIAN SWANSON: Mixed media, illustrations, pastels and prints. Bugspeak and Neon Boneyard drawings. Open FF and Tues - Fri 12 noon - 4pm, Evenings/Wknds by Appointment, 24/7 on the web. www.cricketstudio.com 702-366-9077.

FACE UP GALLERY, Face Up: The Art of Recognition, “Play” works in 3D by DAR FREELAND. Acrylics on canvas, ink and fine art watercolor on paper, originals and prints, books, t-shirts, bookmarks and more. www.faceupstudio.com 702-366-9077.

DAMNED INK STUDIOS, Suite 204. Original paintings, illustrations, and prints by Danny Roberts. Open FF. Fri/Sat 1-6pm and by appointment. www.damnedinkstudios.com (702) 480-9090.

H. Stephen Jackson's Gallery In a Gallery setting, Mr. Jackson, an Architectural Concept Specialist, will be showing his own Computer Manipulated Digital Photography, turning the ugly and mundane into graphic beauty…vivid color, offbeat subject matter. www.hsj-architect.com.

JENNIFER MAIN STUDIO, Suite 101. New figurative abstract paintings by Jennifer Main. Open FF 5-10pm. Wed-Sat noon-4pm and by appointment. www.jennifermain-gallery.com 889-8206.

JENNIFER MARIE GALLERY, Suite 205. We are pleased to announce the solo exhibition of UNLV professor and photographer Chris Waters doing his first show for the gallery entitled "Waiting". Open First Friday. www.jennifermariegallery.com

L Rowland Art--located 1st floor of the Arts Factory. Open Wed-Fri Noon-4pm, Sat Noon-2pm. Open First Friday 6-10pm. 306.4138 www.lrowlandart.com

MICHAEL WARDLE GALLERY Upstairs in The Arts Factory. Big Beautiful Paintings for your Big Empty Walls. Open First Friday and afternoons and by appointment. www.michaelwardle.com 702-383-8633.

SHANNON WEBB STUDIOS, Suite 202. Featuring the work of Shannon Webb. www.shannonwebb.com 702-371-4300.

TRIFECTA gallery, Suite 108. Thomas Lee Bakofsky : WHAT IS IS? JUNE 5 - 27, 2008 Painting/Illustration in mixed media. Bakofsky shows us metaphor and elusive meaning with his illustrator skills producing paintings you can't stop looking at for their range of media and skill in the fine arts. A west Texas native now living in Los Angeles- Mr Bakofsky will be in the gallery for the preview opening and First Friday. Please join us. www.trifectagallery.com 12-4 wed-fri; 12 -2 Saturdays and by appointment 702.366.7001 .

ART—MAIN STREET

tHE ePICENTER--Jessi Lawson. The Backroom: "Living Dead Tattoos": Nickhole,Bean,Daniel Cueto,Kay,Mick Wrath,Jonny Lowlife,Doug Walker,Liliana Flores.The Loft: David Overstreet "Original Hooligan". Waste Your Life. Be An Artist. vending out front! 6pm to 10pm. All ages.

Gainsburg Studio, Inc. 1039 Main Street, #103 behind S2 Art Group Building. Announcing our upcoming opening featuring nationally recognized stone sculptor Sharon Gainsburg and the works of other award-winning artists in all media. Ongoing First Friday event is Free Stone Carving Open Studio with the Artist between 6-10pm. Gallery hours: By Appointment. www.gainsburgstudio.com 702-384-1388.

MAIN GALLERY Main Gallery hosts pretty patty's redux, a solo exhibition of new sculpture by Miguel Rodriguez. The opening reception is June 6, 6-9pm. This show runs through June 27. Gallery Hours are Wednesday through Friday Noon to 5pm. maingallerylv.com 702.257.MAIN. 2008 1009 S. Main, Las Vegas, NV maingallerylv.com

S2 ART GROUP One East Charleston Blvd. Fine art publisher and gallery operator S2 Art Group, Ltd. has its world headquarters in Las Vegas’ burgeoning downtown arts district, in a renovated facility. S2 limited editions are hand-pulled on extremely rare, antique lithography presses at the company’s 22,000 square-foot Las Vegas atelier – the largest such facility in the world. Opening Reception on First Friday from 6-10 pm. info@s2art.com 702-868-7880.

ART—HOLSUM DESIGN CENTER

digs- a studio of photography located at 231 W. Charleston #130 in Holsum Design Center. Open First Friday from 6-10pm. 702.651.6000 www.digsstudio.com

MGriesgraber STUDIO Gallery Suite 175. Famous Painting Parodies: The Starbucks Series Revisited. A new edition of fifty of the most popular paintings in the series as 11" x 14" Fine Art Giclèes on deluxe archival watercolor paper are available, each signed and numbered by the artist. Open First Friday from 4pm to 9pm and weekdays by appointment. 807-3160.

ART— NEARBY

3^RD ST. REVOLUTION ART GALLERY 224 Imperial Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89104. Poetry Reading by Mr. Mike Ryan. Contemporary Observations on People ,Places and Things. Art work by Juan Ybarra, Sculpture, Prints, Drawings. Ezequiel Lee Orona, Sculpture, metal, mixed media, Paintings Drawings and Prints. Open First Friday. 702-380-8442 or 644-5388

ArT Gallery at Not Just Antiques Vintage ART from listed artists as well as new talent. Combine a cup of tea and ART. Open First Friday until 10pm. www.NotJustAntiquesMart.com. PARKING LOT IN FRONT OF NOT JUST ANTIQUES.

Clark County Government Center Rotunda Gallery & AMPHITHEATER 500 Grand Central Parkway. Fauna by Jeff Fulmer; The prominent Las Vegas sculptor shows off new work. Artist Reception (food and drink, open to the public) on First Friday from 6-8pm. 702-455-8239. Clark County Government Center Rotunda Gallery.

DUST GALLERY IN SOHO LOFTS: on Las Vegas Blvd. and Hoover. 900 S. Las Vegas Blvd S, is pleased to present MARKED, new works by Chad Brown and Etsuko Ichikawa. The show explores the bravery of the mark; the creation of line and composition by the artist whether it is calculated and mindful or immediate and spontaneous. Chad Brown’s cool and thoughtful compositions mutually correlate to Etsuko Ichikawa’s fiery and immediate traceries.MARKED Chad Brown and Etsuko Ichikawa July 4 – August 16, 2008.. Artist Reception Thursday July 10, 2008, 6 – 8 p.m.

Michelle Quinn Fine Art--The Difference Between Making a Living and Making a Killing June 27 through August 29. A group show featuring work by MCQ Fine Art Advisory art handlers, past and present, including Mark Brandvik, Chad Brown, JW Caldwell, Evan Dent, Neil Linssen, David Ryan, Aaron Sheppard and RC Wonderly III. Michele C. Quinn Fine Art Advisory, 620 South 7^th Street, two blocks east of Las Vegas Boulevard between Garces and Bonneville avenues. For more information, call 366-9339 or visit www.mcqfineart.com.

Neon Venus Art Theatre is geared toward live performances, music, and special events. Learn about them on First Friday, July 4^th at our theatre. Currently Neon Venus is offering Workshops for artists, writers, actors, and musicians. The GRAND OPENING celebration is scheduled for AUG 1^st. INFO: neonvenusarttheatre@yahoo.com - www.neonvenus.com

REED WHIPPLE CULTURAL CENTER 821 Las Vegas Boulevard N Las Vegas, NV 89101. Open until 9 pm on First Friday.

studio 8 ten-Art Studio and gift shop located at 810 Las Vegas Blvd. South. Featuring hand made products made by artists at the studio. Open First Friday 10am-10pm. Regular hours: Mon-Thurs. 10am-6pm. For more information: 644.9418

SHOPPING—MAIN STREET

THE ATTIC On First Friday The Attic offers a special discount. Open till 8pm.

DURETTE CANDITO DESIGN STUDIO 1007 S Main St. An absolutely incredible array of new artful accessories, hardware and lighting is arriving daily at Durette Studio. We also have many new and unique furniture pieces as well as great gifts! Come see why Durette Studio has been the mainstay of the 'North End' of the Arts District for the past 4 years! Mon through Fri, 9 to 5. Saturdays by appt. First Fridays 'til 9PM. www.durettecanditodesign.com. 702-368-2601

EPIC SHOOS 1209 S. Main Street Check out the latest addition to the Arts District. Selling limited edition and premium sneakers. 11-7 M-S and Sunday Noon -6pm. epicshoos.com 702-388-4343.

OPPORTUNITY VILLAGE THRIFT SHOP Opportunity Village First Friday store hours 9:00am till 10:00pm. Sales throughout the entire store. 50% off selected items. Collectable items and wild funky items for sale.

RETRO VEGAS located at 1211 S. Main St. OPEN FIRST FRIDAY 6-10PM--Antiques--Furnishings--Accessories--Art..Call 702.384.2700 for more info.

Southern Nevada Gem & Mineral Society LAPIDARY Workshop, 1045 s. Main St. (enter from door on First St. at east end of building). Open on First Fridays from 6-9pm and by appointment only. Lapidary demonstrations and jewelry for sale. See website, www.sngms.com, for more information.

SHOPPING-COLORADO AND CASINO CENTER

THE Funk House 1228 Casino Center Blvd. Open First Friday 6-10PM. Discounts up to 20% with your ‘I Y First Friday 2!’ sticker. Also, Rick on the didgeridoo, FF only. Hours: Mon-Sat. 10am-5-pm. www.thefunkhouselasvegas.com

J J C CLOCKS & ANTIQUES 201 E Colorado Ave. Open First Fridays. 702-384-8463.

SHOPPING—NEARBY

NO TROLLEY STOP HERE; BIG PARKING LOT IN FRONT

Not Just Antiques 1422 Western Avenue. 12,000 sq. ft. filled with Antiques, Collectibles & Art. Voted Las Vegas Review-Journal Best Place to Buy Antiques & Collectibles 2007. Open daily. Open late First Friday. www.NotJustAntiquesMart.com

RESTAURANTS AND CAFES

Big Island Smoothies--next Dino's, checkout their great smoothies and sandwiches. First Friday sticker sponsor-2 for 1 in the month of July!!

BISTRO DIVINO (formerly The Grill) (HOLSUM DESIGN CENTER) Authentic Northern Italian Pizzeria and Grill. Don't miss the weekly Happy Hour specials. Open First Friday. Regular Hours: Mon-Sat Lunch 11am-3pm and Dinner 5-9pm. Closed Sundays. 702-362-8200. www.lvgrill.com. Don’t forget your ‘I Y First Friday 2!’ sticker for $2 discount throughout April!

TINOCO'S BISTRO in The Arts Factory 702-464-5008 www.tinocosbistro.net, CHICAGO JOE'S 702-382-5637 and CASA DON JUAN 702-384-8070 all have food & drink specials throughout the evening.

AFTER PARTIES

DINO'S LOUNGE:Drink Specials! Karaoke with host Danny G. 382-3894 www.dinoslv.com.

BEAUTY BAR features The Get Back, funky soul dance party w/ deejays: John Doe, Danny Boy, Phoreyz, Aurajin and special guests. 10pm until the wee hours. $5 for girls, $10 for guys. A funky good time guaranteed!! http://www.thegetbackvegas.com/

DOWNTOWN COCKTAIL ROOM, 111 Las Vegas Blvd. South (100 feet south of Fremont). On First Friday: Soulful House, Downtempo by DJ Carlos Sanchez. Live Percussions by Cayce Woody. Valet Parking provided in adjacent alley after 8pm ($5 all night). Seating is limited and may require reservations, so arrive early. Please dress appropriately. 702-880-DOWN (3696) for questions or reservations.

network of immersive sensory entertainment=NOISE ! we present a Forum for local art and music to inter-weave an impulsive synergistic event for all to be a part of...First Friday at the Aruba and Thunderbird lounge 1215 Las Vegas Blvd. ABSOLUTELY FREE! 10pm- till?

PARADISE LOUNGE--joining First Friday this month. Live band every First Friday. NO COVER CHARGE. The evening will start off with live music (TBA) at 9pm followed by the great sounds of INHALE (Reggae/Ska) at 10:30pm. Rick D. will host Karaoke at Midnight on First Friday and every Friday and Saturday night at 10pm. This great downtown neighborhood bar is going to be thee place (under new ownership). Be sure to come celebrate the 4th of July on First Friday and enjoy the Food and Drink Specials all night! Email: rick_d203@yahoo.com to be added to the email list for events. Located at 530 S. Martin Luther King Blvd, just west of I-15 and a few blocks north of Charleston (MLK and Alta), 386-6786.

To be added to our email list please contact:

info@firstfriday-lasvegas.org

ENJOY FIRST FRIDAY