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🎶 "FireAid" Concert: Star-Studded Event to Support Wildfire Recovery
Issue #407 - January 17 2025
John Wu
17 Jan
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📆 Weekly Local Events for January 2025
Regular weekly events in or near Summerlin, Las Vegas are listed below.
Visit here to lookup specific venue information or for upcoming and/or non-weekly events on Meetup.
Monday
Monday Classes At Latin Blendz: (Every week on Monday @ 10AM)
Socially Vegas - Monday Night Bowling @ The Orleans Bowling Center: Must arrive/check-in before 7pm; 7 - 10pm (Every week on Monday); COST (CASH Only) $10 for 2 games (includes shoes) COST: $12 for 3 games (includes shoes)
Monday Night TRIVIA at ReBAR, 1225 S Main St, Las Vegas: (Every week on Monday @ 7PM)
Tuesday
Sand Volleyball Intermediate, Rusty and Old Time Players @ Aloha Shores Park (NW), Cheyenne & Buffalo, 7550 Sauer St, Las Vegas: (Every week on Tuesday @ 6 - 8 PM)
Run Drink Las Vegas - Weekly Tuesday Run @ Frankie’s Uptown patio: 7PM (Every week on Tuesday), FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @rundrinklv FOR THE LATEST WEATHER/TIMING UPDATES
Wednesday
Business Leads Group - Networking Breakfast @ Summit Restaurant, Eagle Crest Golf Course, 2215 Thomas W Ryan Blvd, Las Vegas: Cost $20 cash, 7 - 8:30 AM (Every week on Wednesday)
Early Risers Toastmasters Meeting (In-Person - Summerlin Egg Works / Online Event: 7 - 8 AM (Every week on Wednesday)
Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club - Wednesday Morning Ride @ Einstein Bagels: 9 - 11:30 AM (Every week on Wednesday)
Speakers & Leaders of Summerlin Toastmasters Meeting, Summerlin Egg Works, 2025 Village Center Cir, Las Vegas: 12 - 1:30 PM (Every week on Wednesday)
Thursday
Abundance Business Networking Group Online Event: 7 - 8:30 AM (Every week on Thursday). Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for networking. Steps to access our BNI Online™ Virtual Chapter Meeting, visit website.
Las Vegas Real Estate Investors Association - Weekly Power Lunch For Real Estate Investors: 11 AM - 1 PM (Every week on Thursday). Request to join here.
Free Salsa Classes @ Feel The Music Dance Studio: 7 - 8 PM (Every week on Thursday). Visit the website to register online.
Summerlin Bitcoin Happy Hour, SG Bar, 9580 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas: 6:30 PM (Every week on Thursday)
Coed Soccer - Summerlin: Crossings Park, 1111 Crestdale Ln, Las Vegas: 7:30 - 9:45 PM (Every week on Tuesday/Thursday)
Friday
Find Your Yoga Las Vegas - Flow & Yin W / Noé Hilyard @ Yoga Sanctuary: 6 - 7:15 PM (Every week on Friday) View Yoga Sanctuary's full schedule.
Swing Dancing in Las Vegas Vintage and Modern Swing Dances @ The Mint Tavern: 7:30 - 8:30 PM (Every week on Friday)
Saturday
Vino Las Vegas Wine & Yacht Club Brunch: 9 AM - 2 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday)
Find Your Yoga Las Vegas - Saturday Morning Meditation with Practitioner Selina Kelly @ Yoga Kandy, LLC. Cost: Love Donation $5-$10 suggested. 11 - 11:45 AM (Every week on Saturday)
Sunday
Las Vegas Valley Bicycle Club - Sunday Morning Ride @ Einstein Bagels: 9 - 11:30 AM (Every week on Sunday)
Vino Las Vegas Wine & Yacht Club Brunch: 9 AM - 2 PM (Every Saturday and Sunday)
Level 1 West Coast Swing @ 2580 N Rancho Dr, North Las Vegas: 7 - 8 PM (Every week on Tuesday); Drop in Rate is $15, Monthly pass is $50; Register online.
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🎶"FireAid" Concert: Star-Studded Event to Support Wildfire Recovery
"FireAid," a high-profile benefit concert set for January 30 at Intuit Dome and Kia Forum, will bring together some of the biggest names in music to raise funds for rebuilding communities devastated by wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
Co-produced by entertainment powerhouses Live Nation, AEG Presents, and Irving Azoff's Full Stop Management, the event promises a night of unforgettable performances. Headlining the show, Dave Matthews and John Mayer will collaborate live for the first time ever.
All-Star Lineup
The lineup announced on Thursday includes:
Lady Gaga
Rod Stewart
Earth, Wind & Fire
Sting
Joni Mitchell
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Billie Eilish and Finneas
Katy Perry
Gracie Abrams
Green Day
Gwen Stefani
Jelly Roll
Lil Baby
Pink
Stephen Stills
Stevie Nicks
Tate McRae
The event is further supported by a $2.5 million pledge from the Eagles, though the current Sphere headliners have not confirmed their participation in the performance lineup.
Ties to Las Vegas Entertainment
Many of the featured artists have strong connections to Las Vegas. Lady Gaga, Rod Stewart, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sting, Katy Perry, and Gwen Stefani have all headlined residency shows in the city. John Mayer has also performed at the Sphere with Dead & Company.
Broadcast and Donation Opportunities
"FireAid" will be broadcast and streamed live across multiple platforms and select AMC Theatres, making it widely accessible to fans worldwide. IHeartRadio, the event’s national audio partner, will leverage its network of over 860 radio stations, digital platforms, and the iHeartRadio app to amplify the event’s reach.
Fans can contribute to the wildfire relief fund through donations during the broadcast. Additional artists, special guests, and specific venue lineups are expected to be announced in the coming days.
The event kicks off at 6 p.m., promising a night of extraordinary performances and charitable impact.
Stay Updated
For more details and the latest updates on "FireAid," including streaming options and participating artists, sign up for entertainment alerts and visit official event channels.
🏒 Knights Look to Start Strong as They Take on Carolina in Raleigh
The Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes, both navigating through recent challenges, will meet Friday at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Defenseman Alex Pietrangelo emphasized the importance of the game for both teams, aiming to rebound from disappointing performances.
The last meeting between the teams on November 11 saw Carolina dominate early, jumping to a 4-0 lead and handing Vegas their first home loss of the season with a 5-2 victory. Pietrangelo acknowledged the Hurricanes' strong performance in that game and stressed the need for a solid effort this time.
Diverging Paths Since November
Since November 21, the Knights (29-12-3) have been one of the NHL's top teams, going 18-6-1 and boasting the second-best points percentage behind the Edmonton Oilers. In contrast, the Hurricanes (26-16-3) have struggled, with a 12-12-3 record and a minus-8 goal differential over the same period, though they remain third in the Metropolitan Division.
Carolina’s recent struggles include losses to the Anaheim Ducks in overtime on Sunday and the Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday. The Knights are also looking to recover after a 5-3 loss to the Nashville Predators on Tuesday.
Focus on a Strong Start
Coach Bruce Cassidy highlighted slow starts as a concern for the Knights, particularly after being outshot 11-1 in the first period against Nashville. Despite this, the team has excelled in later stages of games, leading the NHL in comeback wins (16) and tying for the most third-period goals (64).
Cassidy expressed the need for a more aggressive start on Friday, especially as the Knights prepare for a back-to-back set, traveling to face the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday.
Donald Trump has outlined an ambitious agenda for the first day of his second presidency, with sweeping promises to enact major policy changes and executive actions. However, the feasibility of many of these initiatives faces significant legal and logistical challenges.
Key Promises for Day 1:
Immigration: Launch a large-scale deportation program targeting millions of undocumented immigrants, declare a national emergency at the border, and tighten enforcement to curb illegal crossings.
Tariffs: Impose a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% tariff on goods from China, aiming to reduce drug smuggling and illegal migration while boosting domestic production.
Birthright Citizenship: Attempt to end automatic citizenship for children born in the U.S. to undocumented parents, a move requiring constitutional amendments unlikely to be achieved through executive action alone.
Education and Culture: Cut federal funding for schools promoting "critical race theory," gender identity policies, or enforcing vaccine and mask mandates. Additionally, roll back Title IX protections against discrimination based on gender identity.
Energy Policy: Declare a national energy emergency, push for increased domestic drilling, and fast-track energy projects, reversing many Biden-era environmental regulations.
Pardons: Issue pardons for some individuals charged or convicted in connection with the January 6 Capitol attack, with a team reportedly reviewing cases to prioritize pardons.
Russia-Ukraine War: Work toward a negotiated resolution to the ongoing conflict, although earlier promises to end the war before taking office have been walked back.
Deep State: Renew efforts to classify civil servants as political appointees to enable firings and launch broader moves against perceived political opposition within the federal bureaucracy.
Practical Constraints:
Many of Trump’s promises rely on executive orders, which have limits and can face legal challenges. Changes to constitutional rights, such as ending birthright citizenship, require congressional action and lengthy amendment processes. Similarly, bold tariff measures and education funding cuts may provoke domestic and international opposition.
While some actions, like issuing pardons and directing enforcement priorities, are within his executive powers, broader changes depend on cooperation from Congress, the courts, and other branches of government.
Summary: Trump's agenda reflects a mix of achievable goals and aspirational promises that highlight his priorities while testing the boundaries of presidential power. Whether these measures can be implemented swiftly—or at all—remains uncertain.
✈ Las Vegas’ Future Looks Bright Despite Challenges, Says Economist at Preview Las Vegas 2025
Southern Nevada is poised for continued economic growth and development despite facing significant challenges, according to a leading local economist. Speaking at Preview Las Vegas 2025 at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Thursday, Jeremy Aguero, principal at Applied Analysis, highlighted the region's resilience, thriving sports and entertainment sectors, and potential for transformative progress in key areas like housing, healthcare, and education.
The Power of Experience and Resilience
Aguero emphasized Southern Nevada’s unique ability to attract visitors and new residents through its unparalleled entertainment and sports offerings. Citing the success of ventures like professional hockey in the desert, he celebrated the region’s ability to defy skeptics and evolve into a thriving economic hub.
“Las Vegas has proven the doubters wrong time and again,” Aguero noted, pointing to the region’s rapid rise to prominence in areas where it was once underestimated. This resilience is now a cornerstone of the community’s identity.
Preview Las Vegas 2025: A Showcase of Growth
The Vegas Chamber’s annual networking event brought together about 1,500 participants, including local businesses, industry leaders, and policymakers, to discuss the region’s future. The event featured dozens of business booths and presentations addressing challenges and opportunities for 2025.
Aguero called on attendees to harness the same collaborative energy that transformed Las Vegas into a global sports and entertainment capital to tackle pressing issues such as homelessness and healthcare. He urged the community to imagine a future where Las Vegas could achieve world-class standards in education, healthcare, and homeownership.
“What if we measured everything we do in this community based on the value of the experience it delivers for the people and businesses here?” Aguero asked, encouraging attendees to think big about Las Vegas’ future.
Economic Momentum and Comparisons
Statistically, Las Vegas continues to perform well across multiple economic indicators, Aguero said, despite being a relatively young metropolitan area. With a population base reaching 2 million in just 53 years, the city has outpaced other growing urban centers like Orlando, Nashville, and Salt Lake City.
Las Vegas also benefits from an increasing number of residents with higher education degrees, supported by institutions like UNLV, which contribute to workforce development and innovation.
Challenges Ahead
While Southern Nevada has made impressive strides, Aguero acknowledged ongoing issues such as housing affordability, homelessness, and healthcare shortages. However, progress is being made. Healthcare providers like Intermountain Health, Cleveland Clinic, and the new West Henderson Hospital are expanding their presence, helping to address gaps in medical services.
The region’s reputation as a tourist destination also plays a role in attracting new residents, particularly affluent individuals. Events like the Super Bowl, Formula One races, and major college sports tournaments continue to elevate Las Vegas’ global profile.
Even in a challenging season for the Raiders, the team remains a draw, commanding some of the highest ticket prices in the NFL. This, Aguero said, underscores the strength of Las Vegas’ facilities and its appeal to visitors and locals alike.
Looking Ahead
Aguero stressed that decisions made in 2025 regarding critical issues like water management, education, and economic development will shape Southern Nevada’s future. He encouraged the community to continue investing in its strengths while addressing areas of need.
“Ladies and gentlemen, the choices we make here in 2025 will define us tomorrow,” Aguero concluded, urging Las Vegas to leverage its momentum and collective vision to create a brighter future.
Takeaways
Las Vegas continues to thrive economically, driven by its entertainment and sports sectors.
Addressing challenges like homelessness, housing, and healthcare could unlock even greater potential for the region.
The community’s collaborative spirit has been key to its success and remains critical for future growth.
Preview Las Vegas 2025 showcased the city’s promise and underscored the importance of strategic action to ensure continued prosperity.
Summerlin South, NV Demographics
What is the population of Summerlin South?
What are the employment statistics in Summerlin South?
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How many homeowners and renters are there in Summerlin South?
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What is the marital status of Summerlin South residents?
What are the most common means of transportation in Summerlin South?
Methodology & Disclaimers
Demographic data shown in this section was gathered from the latest U.S. Census Bureau release, the 2022 American Community Survey. The information is updated yearly, as soon as new data is made available by the US Census Bureau.
No representation, guarantee or warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness of information modified or aggregated for specific neighborhoods and/or zip codes.
Zip codes included in this demographic data: 89135
Summerlin Area Command - Week Ending: January 3, 2025
Courtesy of The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
📌 🏠 Summerlin South - December 2024
*Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
This is the middle price for which all homes in the area were sold based on the number of bedrooms. Half of all the homes sold were below this price, and half were above.
Visit here to see the entire report.
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