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Picks in the Zips: Weekend Picks in the Zips (11.22-11.24)

It’s been a long week! How about getting out this weekend and discovering fun events in your neighborhood? We’ve got your Top 10 events around town this week in our Picks in the Zips.

Friday, November 22

#1 | Happy Hour at The Martini [West]
www.themartinilv.com

Where: The Martini, 1205 S. Fort Apache Rd.
When: 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
How Much: $5 Martini of the Day

Would you like Truffled Mac ‘N Cheese Balls, Martini Sliders or Ferrari Marinated Chicken with your delicious martini of the day? Oh, who are we kidding, they all sound good.

#2 |Live Music at The Hostile Grape [South]
www.themresort.com

Where: The Hostile Grape @ The M Resort, 12300 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
When: 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
How Much: Varies

Enjoy exclusive wine tasting (over 160 wines!) and appetizers in the classy, contemporary atmosphere of The Hostile Grape. Friday and Saturday nights bring live music starting at 7 p.m.

Saturday, November 23

#3 |Ringo Starr PHOTOGRAPH Exhibit [All-Play]
www.palms.com

Where: The Palms Casino Resort, 4321 W. Flamingo Rd.
When: 2 p.m. to Midnight
How Much: Free Admission

Celebrating the life and photography of Ringo Starr, the book and print exhibit will showcase amazing moments in the famed drummer’s history that have been captured through the eye of Ringo’s camera lens. This is the first-ever public exhibit. From Genesis Publications, PHOTOGRAPH, gives fans a unique perspective on Ringo’s life through never-before-seen images. Exhibit includes the now world-famous “kids in the car” photo. Proceeds from the sale of PHOTOGRAPH benefit the Lotus Foundation.

#4 |Brubeck Brothers Quartet [All-Play]
www.thesmithcenter.com

Where: The Smith Center – Cabaret Jazz, 361 Symphony Park, Ave.
When: Starts at 7 p.m.
How Much: $35

For Chris and Dan Brubeck, carrying on the family name means music is a way of life. The gifted sons of legendary jazz musician Dave Brubeck aren’t just cashing in on the Brubeck name. Instead, they choose to energize audiences with a distinctive blend of jazz, rock and classical music that their fans can cozy up to. The high point of the evening came when the brothers closed with a “funkafied” version of the classic. Friday, Nov. 22, 2013 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013 at 3 & 7 p.m.

#5 |The Dirty Dash [All-Play Boulder City]
www.thedirtydash.com

Where: Eldorado Sand & Gravel, 12455 Old US 95
When: 8 a.m.
How Much: $60 on-site registration

The Dirty Dash is a mud run obstacle course where a military boot camp meets your inner five-year-old’s fantasy and subsequently converts boy to man and then man to swine.

You’ll need endurance to trudge up mountains of sludge, courage to overcome uncompromising obstacles, a complete lack of shame to wallow in pits of mud and a smile to show through at the end!

#6 |Make Your Own Mummy [All Play Kids and Family]
www.lvnhm.org

Where: Las Vegas History Museum
When: 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
How Much: Price of General Admission ($8-10) or Free for Members

Mummy is the word at this interactive mummy-making event! Bring the kids for a fun and informative lesson on how mummies are made!

#7 |Celtic Woman [All-Play]
www.thevenitian.com

Where: The Venetian, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. S
When: 8 p.m.
How Much: Start at $75

Beloved global music sensation Celtic Woman will kick off the holiday season during Winter In Venice with four exclusive Las Vegas concerts.

The show, titled Celtic Woman: Home For Christmas – The Symphony Tour, will feature a dynamic live music experience that showcases their celestial voices. Christmas bells will ring as Celtic Woman performs holiday favorites underscored by the stirring sound of a full symphony orchestra. This enchanting 90-minute production is filled with holiday cheer that is sure to delight the entire family.

Sunday, November 24

#8 | Locals Day at The Lion Habitat Ranch [All-Play]
www.lionhabitatranch.com

Where: Lion Habitat Ranch
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (last admittance 1:30 p.m.)
How Much: $15 for locals

Get 25% off this exhilarating experience with the King of the Jungle. Kids love the loud roars and amazing view of these powerful animals. So close you can almost touch them!

#9 |PJ 5K and 1-Mile Jog [North West]
www.redlabelbar.com

Where: Las Vegas Motor Speedway
When: 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
How Much: Varies

Want to experience the lights in a whole new way? Why not walk, jog or run through them to benefit Speedway Children’s Charity?! Register today and see the Glittering Lights like you have never seen them before! All paid entries to the run will receive $5 off entry to Glittering Lights! More information.

#10 |Bottomless Mimosas at Sammy’s [All-Play]
www.sammyspizza.com