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Jackie’s Hot List
Renowned artist Nathan Sawaya has created life-size, bright primary-colored, monochromatic human figures crafted entirely from LEGO bricks, situated on park benches in the Park on the Strip. The figures will be on display through Dec. 30. Sawaya is an award-winning artist and founder of “The Art of the Brick” global touring exhibition.

Just Ask a Local
Living in Las Vegas, one of the most common questions I get from family and friends planning a visit is what they can do on a budget. While there are plenty of affordable shows and restaurants in town, many people are surprised to learn that there are free attractions they can enjoy, too.

Velvet Crush
From shoes to bags to sports coats, velvet is making an impact on the fashion scene this holiday season. Embrace opulence. Mix velvet into your wardrobe now and end your year looking luxe..

Las Vegas’ New Hot Ticket
Though there’s never been a shortage of entertainment options in the Entertainment Capital of the World, Vegas visitors will soon have even more A-list acts to choose from, thanks to the Strip’s newest entertainment venue: Park Theater at Monte Carlo Resort and Casino.

Now That’s Entertainment!
Legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld will be returning to the Colosseum at Caesars Palace for two can’t-miss performances on Dec. 26 and 27 (thecolosseum.com). Maroon 5 will return to Sin City for the band’s fifth consecutive year of New Year’s Eve performances, rocking the Mandalay Bay Events Center on Dec.

THREE LAS VEGAS MEET-AND-GREETS MAKE FOR FUN HOLIDAY GIFTS
Wayne Newton fans are sure to say “danke schoen” if they receive a VIP package to see “Wayne Newton: Up Close and Personal” at Bally’s Las Vegas (ballyslasvegas.com). The package includes VIP table seating at the show and a 4-by-6- inch photo with Mr. Las Vegas.

A NEW ER A FOR CAESARS PALACE
Strip Icon celebrates 50 years, looks ahead to hot new ventures.

A HISTORY OF ICONIC PERFORMERS
Andy Williams was the first to headline the 1,200-seat Circus Maximus theater when it opened on Aug. 5, 1966, making national news.

Check out these treats during your winter visit
Who said you can’t have pool parties in the winter? With a climate controlled-dome and dual heated pools, the Marquee Dayclub Dome returns this year for daytime pool parties every Saturday and select holiday Sundays from October through March.

WARM UP YOUR TASTE BUDS
Bartender Andrew Yang comes to Tuscany Suites & Casino from one of Asia’s most celebrated cocktail bars, Ounce. Yang is exceptional in Asian-style bar service, which takes a creative approach to bartending. He was trained in Taiwan, and his movements are artfully choreographed, from stirring to straining, in order to appear effortless and elegant.

Get some sweets on the High Roller
Satisfy your sweet tooth with chocolate tastings and wine inside the High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel.

AN AUTHENTIC MODERN VEGAS EXPERIENCE AT DOWNTOWN GRAND
Enjoy America’s tastes and tunes at downtown’s newest, 24-hour restaurant and live music venue, Freedom Beat. Like a roadie’s ode to the best dishes discovered on-tour in America, the menu is created by Chef Scott Commings (“Hell’s Kitchen” Season 12 Winner) and offers a deliciously diverse take on items for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night.

Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Theater and the Westgate Cabaret. Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino has undergone a $100 million renovation that encompasses every square inch of the property, including the addition of 300 timeshare villas, the all-new International Bar, Serenity Spa, a fully renovated pool deck, 1,200 remodeled Signature Rooms and more.

Destination: Downtown
A new year is just around the corner, but downtown Las Vegas isn’t waiting until 2017 to unleash a passel of new spots in which to gather, imbibe and nosh — everything from an always-open casino diner to a bar where you can order an antique lamp with your Jack and Coke.

Another Way to Get Around
A partnership between the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada, Bicycle Transit Systems and BCycle — businesses that implement and promote bike share systems across the country — RTC Bike Share is the first public bike-share system in the Las Vegas Valley.

Daring to Live With Blue Man Group
Blue Man Group at Luxor Hotel and Casino is a dynamic combination of comedy, theater, rock concert and dance party all rolled into one mindblowing show. With its state-of-the-art technology and wildly inventive props and instruments, the popular production delivers an outrageous and unforgettable multisensory experience for guests of all ages.

Celebrate With Elton
“The Million Dollar Piano” features iconic hits and classic album tracks from throughout Elton’s incredible five decade career with the centerpiece of the performance being the show’s namesake piano, an engineering marvel featuring more than 68 LED video screens created by Yamaha.

Get Lost In The Romance
“Romeo & Juliet’s” Juliet, of House Capulet, will encounter the love of her life in her family’s most bitter enemy, the Montagues. “Moulin Rouge’s” Satine, a cabaret dancer, will be caught between her love for a humble writer and her destiny as a Duke’s betrothed.

THE PERFECT PROPOSAL
The engagement ring is the ultimate symbol of love and commitment. No one knows that better than world-renowned jeweler Tiffany & Co. The high-end retailer is celebrating the 130th anniversary of its iconic six-prong diamond engagement ring known as the Ring of Rings.

The Ultimate Valentine’s Day Romance
Love is in the air and on your mind. If you’re looking to make the commitment on Valentine’s Day, you have plenty of romantic options in the Marriage Capital of the World. A Vegas wedding means you can tie the knot anytime, and just about any place.

7 New Year’s Eve Celebrations Revelers Won’t Forget
Las Vegas is a great place to ring in 2017. Revelers can dance the night — er, year — away at one of the Strip’s extravagant nightclubs, as many will be hosting New Year’s Eve parties featuring appearances by some of the music industry’s hottest stars.

Have a Ball With Some Brews
Opened in April at the Park between the Monte Carlo and New York- New York, Beerhaus boasts more than 100 beers and outstanding bar food amid rustic warehouse decor. With TVs viewable from almost any seat, this open-plan space is a sports-lover’s paradise.