PROJECT DINNER TABLE
On September 11, Project Dinner Table moves to the historic Fifth Street School. Each event in the farm-to-table dinner series features a local chef, a charity and local growers. The chef prepares a six-course meal made with locally grown ingredients, and guests enjoy the meal family style at one long dinner table. The September 11 dinner begins at 6pm and features six chefs from the MGM Grand. The event will benefit the Vegas Valley Children’s Book Festival.

The August 7 dinner was held at another downtown location, beginning with a social hour at The Beat Coffeehouse and finishing with dinner in the El Cortez corridor.

The goal of the project is to gather people in unique ways and create an unforgettable experience of sharing a meal. For those interested in reconnecting with the community around the dinner table, engaging in meaningful conversation, and giving back to local charities, tickets and further information is available at www.projectdinnertable.com.

NEON REVERB
At the forefront of downtown Las Vegas’ growing music scene is the biannual grassroots music festival, Neon Reverb, taking place for the fifth time, September 16-19, 2010. Performances take place throughout downtown at the Downtown Cocktail Room, The Beauty Bar, The Bunkhouse, The Aruba and Thunderbird Lounge, and several other venues, including a few all-ages options. 

Neon Reverb was created by local, independent promoters who hope to build community and highlight Las Vegas as a national and international music destination for fans and performers alike. Day passes are priced at only $15 each; an All-Festival pass is $50 and includes entry to the Festival Wrap Party on Sunday, September 19.

The extensive lineup of artists includes The Walkmen, The Soft Pack, Abe Vigoda, Fu Manchu, and many more.  For a full schedule and to purchase passes, visit www.neonreverb.com.

LABOR DAY WEEKEND: SUMMER OF THE 70s
Celebrating Labor Day Weekend and wrapping up the Summer of the 70s, Jefferson Starship will perform “Don’t You Want Somebody to Love,” and other hits of the decade at the Fremont Street Experience on September 4. Visit www.vegasexperience.com for details.

MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY
September 16 is Mexican Independence Day: the perfect excuse to indulge in fabulous Mexican cuisine downtown. Local favorites include Casa Don Juan on South Main Street and Doña Maria Tamales on Las Vegas Boulevard.
Casa Don Juan (702) 384-8070
Doña Maria Tamales (702) 382-6538

Photo:  Project Dinner Table, August 7 in the El Cortez corridor