Next First Fridays: September 5, Ocotober 3 and November 7 

 
September 5
, 2008

6:00 pm -10:00 pm

 

September First Friday promises to be a great one. Come stroll down our treelined street  filled with new artists (see Outdoor Exhibition spaces below) and live music. There are many new artists showing in the area galleries as well. Be sure to stop by Dust Gallery for the opening of  Golden Slumbers Photographs by Ryan Foerster. On Main St Atomic Todd has a new show "Trick or Treat", that is all he would tell us, so check it out.

We thank our host sponsor the City of Las Vegas Office of Cultural Affairs.

We have a minimal $2 entry fee at the gates to the outdoor festival (children twelve and under free when accompanied by an adult). All of the entry fees go to support the First Friday arts event with more artists and live performance. This 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 trolleys, barricading, artist tents, stages 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 in the Las Vegas community 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 at Big Island Smoothies ( 2 for 1 smoothies), located at 1516 Las Vegas Blvd. S., next to Dino's Lounge. The sticker is valid throughout September!

 

OUTDOOR FESTIVAL INFO

 

 

The outdoor festival can be entered just south of Charleston on Casino Center Blvd.; just east of Main on California and just east of Main on Colorado Blvd. 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 date of card purchase. 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: A special installation by Sandy Smith and Alex Gross as well as the original works of Enrique Nevarez, Lance Hick, Eduardo Tisnado, Afiyah Beauchamp, Jennifer Bennett, Jenn Hyla, Leslieann Farrell, artists from the Neon Venus Art Theater and photobooth by Andrew James.  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

6pm Blue Vino   (Progressive/Experimental) 

7pm Funk the Band (Funk/Rock/Ska)
 
8pm Think (Indie Rock)
 
9pm Bleachers  (a Cool Blend of post-punk)

 

 

STAGE BY CALIF AND CASINO CENTER

 

7:30PM Trac-3 & Co (Funk/Rock/Soul) 

8:30pm Hetfields Beerd  (Metalica Tribute Band)

Break dancers provide more entertainment on Colorado near Main St.

 

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. Be sure to get your frozen lemonade from the Lemonade booth, it is cool and delicious. Also, Whirlygig, the non-profit producer of FF, has their official water and soda booths (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, 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 August Whirlygig will provide two FREE Trolleys which make 6 stops throughout the festival from 6 to10 pm. 

 

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. NERVOUS BIRD IV, original works by Dott Schneider Sept 3-Oct1,2008. Open First Friday 6-10pm. 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.  

ATOMIC TODD-- 1221 S. Main St--New Exhibit." Trick or Treat", you have to come to see.   www.atomictodd.com 702-386-8633

 

ART—COMMERCE STREET STUDIOS, 1551 South Commerce

LIVE MUSIC OUTSIDE--THIS MONTH THE EVER POPULAR VISTA IV

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  presents:"Coulda Woulda Shoulda" New paintings by Wendy Heldmann  August 22-September 26, 2008. A building that has survived a natural disaster exists as an abstraction of its former self--an entropic and ruinous scrambling of form, materials and belongings. This partially destroyed state straddles a point where structural limit meets natures's  overpowering potential, yet neither completely wins out. The depiction of the dalamitous aftermath in these painting is not committed to an accurate auditing of the incomprehensible, untenable wreckage, but show what such a site represents-the futility of invention and architecture in a cataclysmic environmental condition. 1551 S. Commerce Street, Open First Friday 6-10pm. Regular Hours: Wed.-Sat noon-4:00pm or by appointment.   www.thefallout.net  702.269.3111.

MTZC - the edge of sin city (upstairs in Commerce Street Studios) is proud to present 'Divine Invasions' featuring new works by Mike and Dasha Biggs.  Hi end, lowbrow, fine art by two of Las Vegas' best.  Only at MTZC.  First Friday, August 1st from 6 to 10pm.  MTZC is open Thursday and Friday from 1 to 4 pm, Saturday 11am to 4pm and by appointment. 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. Commerce Street Studios, 1551 South Commerce, Las Vegas, NV

Studio Woodward Works by Steven and Josie Woodward  With Guest Artists Lena Zeyde
David Vendermeer Autumn Gomez
studiowoodward@hotmail.com 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

 

ART—THE ARTS FACTORY, 101-109 E. Charleston Blvd. 
 

Blue Sky Yoga/art gallery Suite 103 at the Arts Factory. Various artists, mixed media, displays change monthly  Downstairs in the Arts Factory 103 East Charleston Ste. 103
First Friday 6-10pm and Daily  (702)592-1396   www.blueskyyogalv.com

Contemporary Arts Collective (CAC). Suite 101.is pleased to present a new exhibition 'Painting Physical Presence' - Paintings by Erik Gecas and Ayako Ono July 31st - September 20th Opening Reception: July 31, 6-9PM with Artist Talk @ 7PM. Open First Friday 6-10pm.

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.

Diederichsen Fine Art   Gallery and studio. In the Arts Factory  107 East Charleston, Suite 101-101B First Friday: 6pm – 10pm (702) 461-2829 www.diederichsenfineart.blogspot.com    

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.

"Lost Vegas" This coming September First Thursday (only at the Arts Factory) and September
First Friday from 6pm -10pm(and the following Saturday from noon-3pm) is your
last chance to shop at LOST VEGAS, the best place to get your high quality
Vintage Clothing
. 234-3269

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. presents Biscuit Street Preacherʼs first solo show. These large scale paintings have a childlike flavor with complicated undertones.  Powerful, soulful and dignified, the paintings often have an air of humor.  Trifectagallery.com, hours: Wed-Fri 12-4, Sat 12-2, First Friday 12-10, 702.366.7001 inside the Arts Factory.  www.trifectagallery.com  12-4 wed-fri; 12 -2 Saturdays and by appointment 702.366.7001 . 

  

ART—MAIN STREET 

tHE ePICENTER--"Reckless..." - the art of recycling: group show. The Backroom: Sin City Fake Cakes with Julia Tinhan. The Loft: Scot Kolkman with Mickey Sprott. 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  New Work.  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 Giclčes 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

3RD ST. REVOLUTION ART GALLERY 224 Imperial Ave 702-380-8442. Modern Art. Artist Juan Ybarra, Bronze Sculpture, Steel Mobiles, Paintings and Prints.Artist Ezequiel Lee Orona, Steel Sculpture, Wood Sculptures, Mixed Media Paintings, and Prints. Classes and Tours Availiable.

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. --“Object Builders of the Future Unite,” students from CSN and UNLV: Yaffa Cary, Carlos De Las Heras, Khang Do, Kelly Lance, Thomas Hanson, and Patricia Ribaudo created ambitious works from the simplest materials with amazing results. Clark County Government Center, 500 Grand Central Parkway. Reception 6 to 8 p.m. 455-7030. 

DUST GALLERY IN  SOHO LOFTS: on Las Vegas Blvd. and Hoover. 900 S. Las Vegas Blvd S,  is pleased to present  Golden Slumbers Photographs by Ryan Foerster August 27 – September 6, 2008 Reception for the Artist Wednesday August 27, 2008 7 – 10 p.m. WITH SPECIAL GUEST DJ JOHN DOE!  Please join us this coming Wednesday night for the inaugural event in the Downtown Dust exhibition series. Taking place four times a year, the Downtown Dust exhibition series seeks to add to the gallery’s existing programming by creating a dialogue between rising stars from the freshest art scenes in the world and our own emerging downtown community.  In 2008/2009, Downtown Dust is curated by LA based Curator James ReevesInspired by the photographic styles of artists like Nan Goldin, Larry Clark, and Jim Goldberg, Ryan Foerster takes snapshots recording his and his friends’ daily lives and happenings. The exuberance of youth is alive and well, as Ryan casually captures beautiful East Coast trendsetters in various stages of undress and intoxication, engaging in activities like shooting fireworks, bicycling, climbing in trees, and dancing naked in fountains.

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

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.

 

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.

A Little Dusty-- Antiques and collectible treasures,205 W. Colorado Ave. Open First Friday 6-10pm, 702.379.6256. www.alittledusty.com

 

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 September!!

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 have food & drink specials throughout the evening.  

 

AFTER PARTIES 

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/

DINO'S LOUNGE:Drink Specials! Karaoke with host Danny G 10pm. 382-3894 www.dinoslv.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?  Las Vegas photographer Cameron Grant has begun a project he is calling “The Las Vegas High Points Project” where he takes hi resolution panoramic images of Las Vegas from the mountains surrounding the city, often while spending the night on top or hiking up in the dark, and alone. Cameron had the idea when he moved here in 2003 on a day hike. A lot pf people hike these mountains, but not a lot of people are doing what Cameron does.

PARADISE LOUNGE--joining First Friday. POWER HOUSE BLUES JAM at 9pm. NO COVER CHARGE. Rick D. will host Karaoke at Midnight on First Friday and every Friday and Saturday night at 11pm.  Click here for Karaoke with Rick D. Showing the work of a new artist every month.This month the metal sculptures of Phil Perrin,paintings by Daniel Pearson and  Dray. Out front and inside the bar murals by Dray. This great downtown neighborhood bar is going to be thee place (under new ownership).Sign up for the Paradise Karaoke Contest with $1000 in cash prizes.  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. www.paradiseloungelv.com

 

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