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Las Vegas Weekly@lasvegasweekly.bsky.social · 2w ago

Much like Bob Ross, Perry Porter is soft-spoken, drawn to greenery, and quick to embrace what the legendary oil painter famously called “happy accidents.” He loves to paint live, adding that the pressure and the thrill of performance are a driving factor. lasvegasweekly.com/ae/fine-art/...

Las Vegas artist, teacher and musician Perry Porter unveils his vision at West Las Vegas Library

The goal for Porter has always been to showcase Blackness in the midst of triumph, not trauma.

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Las Vegas Weekly@lasvegasweekly.bsky.social · 2w ago

A decade ago architect Windom Kimsey was riding his bicycle on Water Street looking for a quick cup of joe. But he struggled to find “a true coffee shop.” That gap inspired him to open Public Works Coffee Bar in 2017. lasvegasweekly.com/news/2026/se...

Could a coffee scene finally be brewing on Henderson's Water Street?

Public Works remained the only dedicated coffee destination on Water Street for nine years, but this year brought two newcomers to the fold.

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Las Vegas Weekly@lasvegasweekly.bsky.social · 2w ago

“A huge part of what we do at Tao Group is coming up with the next innovative, Instagrammable dessert,” Nicholas Forte says. “It’s a huge focus of ours, trying to make custom stuff and present it in a way no one has seen before.” lasvegasweekly.com/dining/2026/...

Tao Group’s Nicholas Forte sculpts his way into the Pastry World Cup

The corporate pastry chef for Tao Group Hospitality’s West Coast portfolio helped his team win gold at the Pastry World Cup Americas Selection in New Orleans over the summer.

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Las Vegas Weekly@lasvegasweekly.bsky.social · 2w ago

“Nevada 988 has the tools to get through any situation before it becomes a crisis,” he says. “It’s someone who can help sort these emotions and feelings and connect you to other resources—a beautiful safety net.” lasvegasweekly.com/news/2026/se...

Nevada advocates want to make the 988 mental health hotline as familiar as 911

The hotline offers a free, 24-hour alternative to 911 for mental health crises, connecting callers to trained counselors by phone, text or chat.

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Las Vegas Weekly@lasvegasweekly.bsky.social · 2w ago

What makes a good bartender? Some say it’s the contents of the cup. Others say it’s the flair with which they shake and make your drink. According to Lu Lopez, it’s the feeling they impart when you’re sitting at their bar. lasvegasweekly.com/dining/2026/...

Las Vegas native Lu Lopez pours his passion for cocktails and hospitality into brilliant bar experiences

Lopez’s leadership and influence don’t stop with Arts District bars Nocturno and Cobra Clutch—he was recently tapped as creative director of mixology at Sahara Las Vegas.

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Las Vegas Weekly@lasvegasweekly.bsky.social · 2w ago

Here's what to do in Las Vegas this week: Babyface at the Pearl, Ragnarok Music Festival at Area15, Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng at Encore Theater, J. Cole at T-Mobile Arena and more in this week's Superguide! lasvegasweekly.com/ae/2026/sep/...

What to do in Las Vegas this week: September 3-9

Babyface at the Pearl, Ragnarok Music Festival at Area15, Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng at Encore Theater, J. Cole at T-Mobile Arena and more.

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Las Vegas Weekly@lasvegasweekly.bsky.social · 3w ago

Whether you're training for your next race or just trying to get a few more miles in, Red Rock Running Company has you covered. The local favorite has been named Best Running Store in the #LVWBestofVegas awards. Congratulations! lasvegasweekly.com/news/2026/au...

Best Running Store: Red Rock Running Company

Red Rock Running Company’s four Valley locations provide a network where local runners can fuel up and equip themselves for their next big challenge.

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Las Vegas Weekly@lasvegasweekly.bsky.social · 3w ago

After a decade-long hiatus, Extreme Thing has roared back to life. Festival organizers announced that the all-ages sports and music festival will return to the Events Center at Desert Breeze Park on March 20, 2027 in celebration of its 25th anniversary. lasvegasweekly.com/ae/music/202...

Extreme Thing Sports & Music Festival returns to Las Vegas in 2027

Since 2001, Extreme Thing has thrown extreme sports—BMX dirt jumping, wrestling, skateboarding—into the same arena as punk, hardcore, metal and beyond.

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