Sponsor Spotlight ~ Starrytime Keepsakes

With the end of the year quickly approaching, I find myself reflecting on the past year. I can't tell you how thankful I am to have the ability to not only write here on the blog and share it with so many people who take the time to read what I have to say; but to have companies who are helping to support me in doing so.

Sponsorship is really an equal partnership. While these fantastic companies help to allow me to do what I love doing (writing about what I love), I really do enjoy supporting them and promoting their companies with their endeavors!

Like the reviews and giveaways I do here on Family and Life in Las Vegas, I am choosy about who I partner with in sponsorship. I want to make sure they are a good fit for my readers, so we can both have the most positive outcome.



Starrytime Keepsakes was first introduced to me a couple of months ago. As many of you may remember, I hosted a review and giveaway of Blanket Full of Love. This story truly has such special meaning to our family. I don't think I have read this book without being caught up in the beauty of the words.

Really, this story is such a perfect gift for anyone. Your child, a friend's child, a grandchild. It will be a treasure not only for your child, but for you as well. This book continues to be a favorite for nightly story time.

I asked Kim, the creator and author of Blanket Full of Love, to share a bit about the story with Family and Life in Las Vegas readers.

Starrytime Keepsakes, publishers of the touching award-winning personalized children's book Blanket Full of Love, is a favorite of editors and celebrities parents, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Brooke Shields, Christine and Kevin Costner, Jason Priestley, Kimberly and Dennis Quaid and Isla Fisher.

Blanket Full of Love features your child¹s name and likeness (there are 20 beautiful watercolor illustration sets to choose from) along with a personal dedication page (including a photo upload option) and the child's name throughout the book. The story tells of a blanket that reminds the child of your love as s/he grows.

It makes a memorable baby, birthday, holiday, or christening gift for children 0 to 6 years of age. Blanket Full of Love personalized blankets are also available separately.

I hope you will remember Blanket Full of Love from Starrytime Keepsakes when you are looking for your next gift. This is a story full of love that will have a special place in your heart. Thank you Kim for your Sponsorship on Family and Life in Las Vegas.




Interested in being a sponsor on Family and Life in Las Vegas? Head over here to get more details. There are different plans available to fit your needs!

Swagg Sponsored Post ~ Best Gift I Ever Gave

SWAGG is a free mobile app (download here) that lets you shop smarter using your mobile phone. Buy, send or swap SWAGG GIFTS and organize your old school plastic gift cards.

On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me...

We all know the traditional Christmas Carol, but have you ever thought about what the best give you ever gave was?

While you are busy making your lists this year, maybe take a little time to reflect on the best gift you ever gave. For me it really helped to reflect on the meaning of the holiday season.

The Best Gift I ever gave was not for someone I know. In fact, the best gift I ever gave isn’t something you can pack into a box or wrap with a large ribbon.

The Best Gift I have ever given is the gift of My Time.

From the time I was a little girl, my mother always made sure we knew how important it was to give gifts to those in need. Whether it was the soup kitchen, or the mitten tree, or buying gifts for a family who couldn’t afford it that year, giving the gift of my time in any form has really helped to remind me the true reason for the season.

If my mother is reading this, I am sure she would tell you I wasn’t always so into going to the soup kitchen, but I always remember having a good time.

I think that continues to be true to this day, I may not always start off excited about spending my time doing something for someone I don’t know, especially nowadays when my time is stretched so thin.

But no matter what and without fail, each time I do, whether it is the simple act of donating to a charity in need, or actually donating my time to a particular cause, I am always reminded that,

My Time is the Best Gift I have ever given, or could ever give.

For every download of the app between now and Dec. 31, 2010, SWAGG will donate $1 to Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) , up to $125,000.

Clever Girls Collective and SWAGG are sending a pair of movie fans to the Sundance Film Festival! Download the SWAGG app and then visit the Ultimate SWAGG Getaway Sweepstakes site to enter to win a trip for two to the Sundance Film Festival. Entry deadline is January 3, 2011, 11:59pm, PST.

Clever Girls Collective and SWAGG are sending a lucky pair of movie fans to the Sundance Film Festival! The sweepstakes is offered exclusively through the Clever 1000, and it has a pretty kick butt prize, including:

* 2 night/3 day stay at Yarrow Hotel in Park City Utah (Jan 21 - Jan 23, 2011)

* Ground transportation to and from hotel to airport in Park City, Utah

* Dinner for two at Tao Lounge, including 2 nightclub passes

* All access to The House of SWAGG Gifting Suite

* 2 tickets to a movie premiere on Saturday, January 22nd -- movie tbd

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Cool Wazoo ~ Review and Giveaway - Closed

After we had our son, we quickly found ourselves overwhelmed by the amount of "equipment" needed to bring just to leave the house. Seriously, why couldn't there be an easier way?

That is why I was pretty excited when I met Ginelle at the ABC Kids Expo. She finally came up with a product that not only served multiple purposes, but was also folded up to a small manageable addition to any diaper bag. The Cool Wazoo was created first as a swing cover for the playground. Living in Las Vegas, I immediately knew there was a need for such a product.

Not only to protect our children from germs, but more importantly to protect their delicate skin from the heated seat. Did you know on an 80 degree day the swing seat can burn your child in as little as ONE second?

"I used a laser gun to measure swing seat temperatures and found that on 80 degree days, the bucket swings were at least 150 degrees. At those temperatures, babies can get third degree burns within one second! So I invented a product that not only offered a physical barrier between the child and the swing, but I incorporated an inner lining that actually reflects heat back to its source." - Ginelle, Inventor, Founder, and President of the Cool Wazoo

The Cool Wazoo is designed with a fabrics that actually reflects the heat away from your child.

"It's crafted with needle-punched mylar bonded with hollow woven thread to provide superior insulating properties. The hollow woven thread resists conduction, while the poly film reflects radiant heat back to its source. Translation: Cool Wazoo makes swings and surfaces cooler because it reflects heat away from your baby's delicate skin." Cheerful Child.Com

Seriously, how smart is that? But in addition to being smart, it is also extremely functional. In fact it does the jobs of 5 different products. It is a:

• Car Seat Cover
• High Chair Cover
• Swing Cover
• Grocery Cart Cover
• Large Changing Pad

You can even fold in some diapers into the Cool Wazoo, fold it up, and have all you need for a quick trip out.

This is a brand new product. It actually just hit the market this month. I have been using it for just about 3 weeks now, and I absolutely LOVE it!!

I love the coverage it offers on the swing. I love how easy it is to your in the grocery cart. I love the water resistant backing. I can wipe the germs off before I get a chance to throw it in the wash. I love the fact that it offers a spot for my knees to lay on while I change Squish's diaper. I can't tell you how many times I have gotten up with wet knees from a playground diaper change.


This is a great 5-1 product. I love it so much, I fully plan on giving them to my friends as a baby shower gift. The Cool Wazoo easily makes it onto Squishy's "Must Have" Baby Product List. This would also result in a Squishy Rating of Extra Squishable!

The Giveaway
Ginelle and Cheerful Child is generously offering one lucky Family and Life in Las Vegas reader a Cool Wazoo of their own valued at $64.95!

How to Win

Entering is easy – all you have to do is the mandatory entry. Extra entries are available but not mandatory. Please make sure to leave your email in your comment, or I will not be able to contact you about your win, and will have to choose another winner. I will be checking each entry to the best of my ability, so honesty is appreciated!

Mandatory Entry
Head over to Cheerful Child's webpage and let me know which pattern you would choose. You must also be a follower of Family and Life in Las Vegas. Then come back and leave one (1) comment saying you have done both of these things. (This is the only mandatory entry. The other entries below are EXTRA.)

Extra Entries

Follow Family and Life in Las Vegas via GFC, Facebook, and Twitter. (1 entry for each)

Follow Cheerful Child on Twitter and Facebook, and let them know Family and Life in Las Vegas sent you. (2 entries each)

Subscribe to Family and Life in Las Vegas via email or RSS. (Upper Right-hand Corner) (2 entries each)

Tweet/Facebook/Stumble this Giveaway and leave a comment with the link. (1 entry each) (can be done daily)

"#win a Cool Wazoo 5-1 multifunctional cover #giveaway @ginellem @FamilyNLifeLV! ends 12/27 http://bit.ly/coolwazoo Pls RT "

Grab my Button and comment with the link to where I can find it. (2 entries)

Add this giveaway to a giveaway linky and comment with the link (5 entries)

If you would like I would love for you to vote on Top Mommy Blogs and Picket Fences while you are here. No entries for this, just a big YOU ROCK for each vote!

This Giveaway is open to US entrants only and ends on 12/27 at 9 pm PST. The winner will be chosen via Random.Org and notified via email. The winner has 48 hours to respond or another winner will be picked. Good Luck!

Our Family Afternoon at Circus Vargas ~ Daily Vegas

The day after the Hubs came home we (Squish, Hubs, SIL, and I) all ventured out on a beautiful, although slightly chilly very windy, day to see Circus Vargas preform.  

 You may remember I had run a giveaway for 5 family 4 packs of tickets, and talked a little about who and what Circus Vargas was in a prior post.

Even thought the Hubs was absolutely wiped for a long deployment and long travels, he was happy to be home, and we were all excited to take Squish to see his first Circus.

When we got to our seats, Squish was so en-rapt with the show and all the people, he couldn’t bring himself to sit down.

In fact he spent much of the performance standing in awe! 

Although he did enjoy spending time on Daddy's lap too!  Can you see how much my boys liked the show!! 

He enjoyed the dancing, music, stunts, lights, and LOVED the clown.  

He even made friends with one of the Kenyan performers!  There was I am telling you, there are few that can resist the smile and charm of the Squishapillar!

When he did finally sit down, he couldn't take his eyes off of the show!  He was one entertained little man!

After the show everyone was able to meet all of the performers and get autographs.  Squish loved giving his program to them so much, that we have several autographs from the same people!  Super sweet!

Everyone at Circus Vargas was very nice and seemed to really enjoy performing.  I know I had a blast watching Squishy watch the show.  I don't think he has ever stayed so involved with something for that length of time ever.

If you get the chance to go see Circus Vargas, I highly recommend you go.  It promised to be a fun family afternoon, and it sure was!  On the Squishy Rating Scale Circus Vargas gets an Extra Squishable!

Disclosure:  I did receive family tickets to go see Circus Vargas for the purpose of reviewing the show.  However, no monetary compensation was given, and my review is 100% my own and honest view.

Shutterfly ~ Holiday, Photo, and Christmas Cards

Wow! Tomorrow is Thanksgiving! I can't believe where this year went! How are we almost done with 2010? I don't even have my holiday cards done yet! But thanks to Shutterfly, I don't think that is going to be a problem!

They have so many amazing designs to choose from!

Whether you are looking for a Christmas Photo Card the invokes the meaning of the season, which this beautiful religious card does. I love the simple and classic look of this photo card.


Or you want a holiday card that is super simple and clean. This minimalist design sure says it all!


Maybe you want you Christmas card to bring a smile to the face of those who receive it. Wishing Grins and Giggles is something your friends and family are sure to remember.


Or a Holiday Card to share just the way you are feeling this holiday season. I like this one about counting your blessings, because with the Hubs spending the holiday at home with us this year, we sure are counting our blessings.

So if you are looking for a simple holiday photo card, Shutterfly has you covered. But if you are looking for a more involved folded Christmas card with room for more photos and personalized writing on the inside, Shutterfly can do that too!

Shutterfly also has cards for Hanukkah, New Years, Birthdays, and Graduation. Shutterfly has so many Cards to choose from, you are bound to find one you love!

Do you have a blog? Shutterfly is giving bloggers who post about their cards 50 FREE cards for the holiday season! Hurry up, the holidays are upon us!

Disclosure: This post was part of Shutterfly's Christmas promotion, to get the word out on their holiday card collection and personalized products. In exchange for writing this post I will receive 50 free Christmas cards.

10 Holiday Survial Tips

These tips are all pretty common sense, but it is easy to get lost in the chaos of the Holidays. It never hurts to have a few reminders.

1. Plan, Plan, Plan. – Seriously. If you are traveling, plan ahead, if you are hosting, plan ahead, if you just have to buy gifts for your loved ones, plan ahead. I like to write down what needs to be accomplished for the holiday.

Procrastinations = Stress = Crazy Mommy + Holiday 10lbs = MORE STRESS

2. Shop Online. Avoid the holiday crowds. I love shopping online.

3. LAUGH - Make time for holiday fun. We have several things planned during the holidays that I know for sure we will have fun doing. Laughing is one of the best way to reduce stress, and the chances you are making memories are a lot greater if you are laughing.

4. Fight the holiday bulge and stress by making time for yourself. Schedule gym time and make sure you are eating a healthy diet. Both will help you handle Post Office woes, family fears, and toy-store terrors in a much more civilized manner.

5. If you have kids, head to the library early and rent those must see holiday movies, or books to get your children in the spirit. Nothing worse then when your little one has zero selection at the holiday books. This also may save you from reading the same book over and over and over and over….

6. Get your Holiday Cards out of the way so as not to worry about dealing with slow postal service. Tiny Prints Christmas Cards is a great way to get that done.

Tiny Prints provides stylish, modern and unique stationery from photo cards to personalized greeting cards to thank you cards and business cards. Offering exclusive designs from the nation’s top designers, easy card personalization, a powerful preview engine and top-notch customer service and paper quality, their designs have been lauded by numerous television networks, publications and celebrities. With Tiny Prints by your side the Holidays will be a cinch! They offer adorable Thanksgiving Cards, Christmas Cards, Hanukkah Cards, and even New Years Cards. All fully customizable and personalizable.

7. Avoid holiday party binging by eating before you leave for your events. That way you won’t feel the need to nosh on all those, “Moment on the lips, forever on the hips” goodies.

8. Take time to give back. Teach your children about the spirit of giving. Sign up for a mitten tree, toy drive, or if you can adopt a family in need. Your child will learn the pleasure of giving to those in need.

9. When it comes to sending gifts out for the holidays, make sure you get them out before December 15^th. You will avoid long lines and hefty prices that way.

10. When all else fails, escape to a tropical retreat until the Holiday Madness is over. Just don’t forget to take me with you!!

I wrote this blog post while participating in the TwitterMoms and Tiny Prints blogging program, making me eligible to get a $75 Tiny Prints gift certificate! For more information on how you can participate, click here.

Buggy Shady ~ Review and Giveaway!

Situation #1

You are out enjoying a nice day out on the town. Maybe you have family in and you are visiting the museum, maybe you are spending the day hiking, or maybe you just have errands that needed to get run and you had no other time to get them done. Only one problem, your little one needs a nap, but there is simply too much going on for them to rest their eyes.

Situation #2

You bought this fantastic stroller, and even though the canopy is large, it still doesn’t cover everything leaving your little one vulnerable to the sun’s harmful rays. Or worse, you are out enjoying a beautiful day when the wind picks up and blows dust and debris into your little one’s eyes.

Situation #3

You have your new little one in the stroller in their car seat. Surely, that should be enough to protect from “well meaning wandering hands”. And yet, there is always one person who just can’t resist trying to reach in and touch the sweet newness that is your little one.

I know that I personally have had all three of these situations happen to me on multiple occasions. I have tried putting a blanket over, but it never seems to stay put, and can make it too warm in the stroller/car seat.

And I know for sure there have been times where we have had to cut the day trip short in order to take a fussy child home, or at the very least stop what we are doing, hid in a corner and hope to get baby to sleep before meltdown. And I am betting I am not the only person who has dealt with these problems.

So what is a Mommy to do? Get the Buggy Shady! The Buggy Shady is composed of two layers. One mesh layer offers 75% UV (A&B) protection from the harsh sun, and the second layer is made from double sided cotton, and provides your child with added darkness allowing your little one to take a better nap.

The Review

I recently received a Buggy Shady, and can’t believe that I functioned this long without it. The mesh is perfect as it adds a layer of protection from the sun and wind, and “well meaning hands”, but still allows you little one to see through. When it is time for nap just simply drop down the double sided cotton cover.

The first time I tried this, was day 2 of the ABC Kids Expo. I knew we were going to spend another full day out and about. The day before, there was so much going on, my Squish just couldn’t bear to allow himself a nap. He fought it tooth and nail. When he did finally fall asleep, he didn’t stay that way for long, as the fluorescent lights were just too much.

However, when we had the Buggy Shady the next day, he was able to take his usual 2.5 hour nap, and was a much happier little Squish because of it. That one day was enough for me to know this was a must have product for any Mommy on the go. You can’t live your life around your little one’s nap schedule, and you shouldn’t have to worry about sun exposure when you are out enjoying the day. The Buggy Shady gives you the peace of mind that your child will be better protected and comfortable when you are out and about.

(The Buggy Shady works with most major strollers that have a snack tray or bumper bar. I actually removed mine here, and pulled the foot-rest up all the way, and was still able to get it to work!)

On the Squishy Rating Scale we give the Buggy Shady a Very Squishable! Buggy Shady fits most popular strollers with a snack tray or front bumper bar. And has a Velcro closure to roll up for easy storage.

The Giveaway

Buggy Shady is generously offering ONE Lucky Family and Life in Las Vegas reader their very own Buggy Shady! Open to US entrants only please.

How to Win

Entering is easy – all you have to do is the mandatory entry. Extra entries are available but not mandatory. Please make sure to leave your email in your comment, or I will not be able to contact you about your win, and will have to choose another winner. I will be checking each entry to the best of my ability, so honesty is appreciated!

Mandatory Entry

Head over to the Buggy Shady webpage and tell me which Shady you would most like to have for your family (including print). You must also be a follower of Family and Life in Las Vegas. Please leave one (1) comment saying you have done both of these things. (This is the only mandatory entry. The other entries below are EXTRA.)

Extra Entries

Follow Family and Life in Las Vegas via GFC, Facebook, and Twitter. (1 entry for each)

Follow Buggy Shady on Facebook and Twitter and leave a comment saying you came from Family and Life in Las Vegas. (1 entry for each)

Subscribe to Family and Life in Las Vegas via email or RSS. (Upper Right-hand Corner) (2 entries each)

Tweet/Facebook this Giveaway and leave a comment with the link. (1 entry each) (can be done daily)

"#win a @buggyshady the perfect shade 4Ur stroller or carseat #giveaway from @FamilyNLifeLV! ends 11/26 http://t.co/xM9UTmi Pls RT "

Grab my Button and comment with the link to where I can find it. (2 entries)

Add this giveaway to a giveaway linky and comment with the link (5 entries)

If you would like I would love for you to vote on Top Mommy Blogs and Picket Fences while you are here. No entries for this, just a big YOU ROCK for each vote!

Disclosure: I received a Buggy Shady to review. No monetary compensation was given. All opinions are 100% my own, and may differ from yours.

This Giveaway is open to US entrants only and ends on 11/26 at 9 pm PST. The winner will be chosen via Random.Org and notified via email. The winner has 48 hours to respond or another winner will be picked. Good Luck!

aden and anais ~ Dream Blanket Review & Giveaway

I am a HUGE fan of aden+anais. In fact if you were to ask me what 3 items I could not do without as a new mother, aden+anais blankets is for sure be one of them. aden+anais products are all made out of muslin. Muslin is one of those wonder fabrics. It is breathable fabric and helps keep baby comfortable whether it is a warm summer day, or a cool fall night.

Living in Las Vegas, I found this to be the absolutely best swaddling blanket on the market. They are large enough to not only use as a swaddle, but also a stroller cover, a nursing blanket, tummy time blanket, or even a portable crib sheet.


As Squishy grew, and was no longer swaddled, we continued to use aden+anais swaddles and sleeping bags. I knew our next aden+nais product was going to be the dream blanket. The dream blanket is made with 4 layers of Muslin to provide a few extra layers of warmth, and the perfect thickness to use as a snuggling blanket. The dream blanket is so big that I can still swaddle my 17 month old toddler in it. (Not that I do, but I have the option!)

When our dream blanket came in the mail, I immediately opened it and threw it into the wash, and gave it fresh and warm to my son from the dryer. One of my favorite things about Muslin is the more you wash it, the softer it gets. I honestly don't think he has ever showed as much affection for a blanket as he did the dream blanket. He smiled, and then flopped down on the floor and snuggled into the dream blanket.
The little man dream blanket came with cars on one side, and a modern design on the other. He has slept with the dream blanket every night since we got it. And when he got sick this past weekend - the dream blanket didn't leave his side. What I love about this blanket, is that I can tell my son really loves it. Not only does he snuggle with it, but at night when I check on him, he is still covered by the blanket. Which means that he isn't too hot, and I know he isn't cold.

I know he doesn't look happy here - he isn't, he is sick. But he did not want us to take away his dream blanket. I was happy he had his dream blanket to give him comfort.

On the Squishy Rating Scale - aden+anais dream blanket rates an Extremely Squishable. This is a blanket you will have for a long time! And you may find that you are wanting to snuggle with it too - maybe aden+anais will come out with a Adult dream blanket. We are and aden+anais family. Seeing is believing, Trying is loving! Trust me, this is one baby product that will be happy you purchased, and continue to use for years.

The Giveaway

aden+anais is generously offering ONE Lucky Family and Life in Las Vegas reader their very own dream blanket! You can pick from Girl, Boy, or Gender Neutral designs. Open to US entrants only please.

How to Win

Entering is easy – all you have to do is the mandatory entry. Extra entries are available but not mandatory. Please make sure to leave your email in your comment, or I will not be able to contact you about your win, and will have to choose another winner. I will be checking each entry to the best of my ability, so honesty is appreciated!

Mandatory Entry

Head over to the aden+anais webpage and tell me which aden+anais product you would most like to have for your family (including print). You must also be a follower of Family and Life in Las Vegas. Please leave one (1) comment saying you have done both of these things. (This is the only mandatory entry. The other entries below are EXTRA.)

Extra Entries

Follow Family and Life in Las Vegas via GFC, Facebook, and Twitter. (1 entry for each)

Follow aden+anais on Facebook and Twitter and leave a comment saying you came from Family and Life in Las Vegas. (1 entry for each)

Subscribe to Family and Life in Las Vegas via email or RSS. (Upper Right-hand Corner) (2 entries each)

Join the aden+anais mailing list (2 entries)

Tweet/Facebook this Giveaway and leave a comment with the link. (1 entry each) (can be done daily)

"#win a @adenandanais dream blanket #giveaway from @FamilyNLifeLV! http://bit.ly/dreamblanket ends 11/25 Pls RT "

Grab my Button and comment with the link to where I can find it. (2 entries)

Add this giveaway to a giveaway linky and comment with the link (5 entries)

If you would like I would love for you to vote on Top Mommy Blogs and Picket Fences while you are here. No entries for this, just a big YOU ROCK for each vote!

Disclosure: I received a dream blanket to review. No monetary compensation was given. All opinions are 100% my own, and may differ from yours.

This Giveaway is open to US entrants only and ends on 11/25 at 9 pm PST. The winner will be chosen via Random.Org and notified via email. The winner has 48 hours to respond or another winner will be picked. Good Luck!

Circus Vargas ~ Giveaway of 5 Family Four-Packs!

I am so excited to tell you about an exciting Family event coming to Las Vegas for the first time in a long time! Circus Vargas is going to be coming through town and preforming several shows over the holiday weekend.

Circus Vargas promises high quality family entertainment, humor, shows of strength, acts of beauty and grace, and silly silly clowns to keep you on the tip of your seats. The have even added a new element to their show to blend the old circus traditions, and the new modern innovations. Not to mention the amazing Big Top Tent handmade in Italy.

I am going to be giving away FIVE Family Four-Packs of tickets to the show of your choice. Spend a fantastic evening with your family under the Big Top!

TO WIN:

All you have to do to win is Like Circus Vargas on Facebook, and let them know Family and Life in Las Vegas sent you, then come back to Family and Life in Las Vegas on Facebook and leave a comment letting me know why you want to win the Family Four-Pack of tickets to Circus Vargas.

I will then put your name into a spreadsheet in the order in which it is posted and Random.org will draw 5 winners!! Such an amazing and fun giveaway. Spread the word!! The Circus Vargas is COMING TO TOWN!!

Check out the press release to learn more about the show, as well as how you can purchase tickets for your family. And be sure to check back Thanksgiving weekend to see lots and lots of pictures and to hear how much Squishy loved this Family Event in Las Vegas!!

CIRCUS VARGAS LIMITED ENGAGEMENT AT RIO ALL SUITES HOTEL & CASINO!

CIRCUS VARGAS, America’s Favorite Big Top Circus, is returning to Las Vegas Thanksgiving Weekend after a five-year absence! Tabares Entertainment is presenting a limited engagement at the Rio All Suite Hotel & Casino, November 25 – 29, stressing FUN family entertainment, starring performers from all over the world, working together in a spectacular extravaganza!

Families will be pleased to see a completely new show with the new look of Circus Vargas. Performing under a brand new Big Top tent, the show has a variety of talented new performers with exciting acts from throughout the world. Hosted by Ringmaster Ted McRae, Circus Vargas 2010 is animal free and includes a mesmerizing hula-hoop production, an enchanting aerial bungee-ballet, a wildly electrifying motorcycle performance by the youngest person to ever participate in this stunt, hilarious clown merriment and the internationally acclaimed Flying Tabares, one of the top flying acts in the world plus much, much more!!

Thirty minutes before show time, fans will get an exciting pre-show peek into the world of Circus Vargas, hosted by reality TV personality, Jon Weiss, from the CBS show The Amazing Race! Prior to every show, Jon will be front and center welcoming the audience and inviting children to take a "center stage" look at life under the Big Top! Everyone is encouraged to participate in the pre-show action, and to join Jon as he guides them on a quick crash course in circus skill and stamina!

Tickets are on sale by phone at 877/GOTFUN1 (877/468-3861), on-line at www.circusvargas.org, at the Rio Hotel Box Office and at the Circus.

Show Times:

Thursday	November 25		4:00	8:00
Friday	November 26		3:00	8:00
Saturday	November 27	1:30	4:30	8:00
Sunday	November 28	1:30	4:30	7:30
Monday	November 29			7:30

SEATING SECTION	ADULT (11 & OVER)	CHILD (AGES 2-10)
ROWS 1-2 VIP RESERVED CHAIRS	$70.00	$70.00
ROWS 1-2 RINGSIDE RESERVED CHAIRS	$60.00	$50.00
ROWS 3-7 ARENA CHAIRS	$40.00	$30.00
ROWS 8-15 BLEACHER SEATING	$25.00	$20.00