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Victims escape after robber's gun misfires
An armed robbery on June 17 could have ended badly if not for a revolver misfiring, allowing the victims to escape and give sheriff's deputies the identities of the robbers.
Sheriff's deputies arrived at the 13700 block of Gentilly Lane to find three juveniles who said they were walking around the neighborhood when two robbers demanded all their belongings, an affidavit of probable cause says.
One victim refused to hand over his belongings, the affidavit says, and when one of the robbers pulled the trigger of his revolver, it didn't fire, allowing the juveniles time to escape.
A 16-year-old suspect, who was not named, was arrested Thursday.
During the investigation, deputies learned the boy was seen walking with Troy Rhines II, 19, on Metairie Drive, the affidavit says. Rhines' mother said he was supposed to be at working at Winn-Dixie, but he did not show up.
On Saturday, Rhines went to the Kleinpeter Substation to meet with investigators and admitted robbing the three juveniles, the affidavit says.
He sold the handgun because he was scared to be caught with it and also sold some pills he said he stole from the juveniles.
Rhines, 8949 Metairie Drive, Baton Rouge, was booked into Parish Prison on counts of armed robbery.
One booked, three at large in beatings
East Baton Rouge Parish sheriff's deputies have arrested the man accused of sitting in a car while three men beat a couple during a Feb. 26 robbery that netted two cellphones and $1,200 in cash.
The attack occurred after a white Chevrolet Impala blocked the victims as they and the woman's infant son sat in a parked car in the parking lot at 1809 Jade Ave., the arrest warrant says.
The woman's two brothers and one man jumped out of the Impala, walked up to the car and pulled out both adults as Darby Jerome Griffin Jr., 24, stayed in the Impala, the warrant says. The trio beat the man until he lost consciousness and attacked the woman.
During the incident, one of the assailants went back into the victims' car and flipped over a car seat with the woman's infant son still strapped in the seat, the warrants say. The warrant does not say whether the infant was harmed.
Griffin, 1312 Jasper Ave., Apt. C, Baton Rouge, was booked into Parish Prison early Monday on counts of second-degree battery, second-degree robbery, simple robbery, simple battery and cruelty to a juvenile.
The other three suspects — Courtney Lewis, 25, 33380 Bowie St., White Castle; Ervin Reed Marshall, 27, 1962 Rhodes Ave., Baton Rouge; and Christopher Kendall Marshall, 25, 8757 Granite Drive, Baton Rouge — are all still at large.
Driver booked in fatal New Year's Eve crash
Armed with an arrest warrant after blood results came back from the State Crime Lab showing narcotics use, State Police on Sunday arrested the man accused of killing one person and wounding two in a New Year's Eve crash on Plank Road.
Patricia W. Titus, 51, of Baton Rouge, died on Dec. 31 from injuries she suffered when her 2012 Toyota Camry was struck by a 2004 GMC Yukon driven by Christopher Price, 20, shortly after 10:30 p.m., State Police have said.
After the initial collision, Price's SUV hit a 2010 Honda CRV driven by Cleola Muse, 71, of Baton Rouge, head-on, then overturned and slid into a 2003 Toyota Camry driven by Charmessia Venson, 24, of Baton Rouge.
Muse and Venson suffered moderate injuries, State Police have said.
Blood was drawn from Price, who was taken to a hospital with a serious injury, and toxicology testing showed he had opioids and marijuana in his system that night, according to his arrest warrant.
Price, 23877 Plank Road, Zachary, was booked into Parish Prison on one count each of vehicular homicide, first-degree vehicular negligent injuring, vehicular negligent injuring, driving while intoxicated and reckless operation.
Police seek man in Dollar General robbery
Baton Rouge police are looking for a man seen Sunday night robbing a Government Street Dollar General Store at gunpoint.
The robbery occurred about 8:50 p.m. at the store, which sits in the 5200 block of Government Street at its intersection with Rapides Street, Baton Rouge police said in a news release.
The robber entered the store through its front doors armed with a handgun, approached an employee and demanded money, police said.
He walked out of the store after collecting an undisclosed amount of cash, police said.
Police described the suspect as a dark-skinned black man, thinly built, about 6 feet tall and believed to be in his late 30s or early 40s. During the robbery, he wore a black scarf over his mouth, a black T-shirt, dark pants and black shoes.
Police ask anyone with information to contact the Armed Robbery Division at (225) 389-3845 or Crime Stoppers at (225) 344-7867.
BR man booked in rape of 10-year-old girl
Deputies arrested a Baton Rouge man Monday accused of raping a 10-year-old girl on multiple occasions.
The man, John McManus, 29, once undressed the girl as she watched TV before allegedly raping her, according to an affidavit of probable cause.
The girl told investigators McManus also molested her on at least one other occasion, the affidavit says.
Deputies booked McManus, 6128 East Glen Court, Baton Rouge, into Parish Prison on a count of aggravated rape, booking records show.
Authorities book four on suspicion of DWI
Authorities arrested at least four people suspected of driving while intoxicated in East Baton Rouge Parish and booked them into Parish Prison between 2:30 p.m. Sunday and 2:30 p.m. Monday, booking records show.
Those booked and the counts against them:
- Titus Atwood, 31, 8623 Rush Ave., Baton Rouge, first-offense DWI, driver's license required and careless operation.
- James Clough, 44, 10735 Durwood Ave., Baton Rouge, first-offense DWI, stop sign/yield sign violation and reckless operation.
- Vallery Givens, 39, 2608 Washington Ave., Baton Rouge, first-offense DWI, reckless operation, insurance required, drinking in a motor vehicle and improper lane usage.
- Darryl Powell, 47, 10646 Willowood Drive, Baton Rouge, second-offense DWI, public intimidation, resisting an officer, possession of alcohol in a vehicle and careless operation.
Compiled from staff reports. To talk to a crime reporter at The Advocate, call (225) 388-0369.


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Battlefield 4 Confirmed As Medal Of Honor: Warfighter Pre-Order Bonus [VIDEO]
The Battlefield game franchise rumbles on as EA has today confirmed that Battlefield 4 is in development, via a pre-order scheme for their latest FPS, Medal of Honor: Warfighter. The deal is that those who pre-order the Medal of Honor: Warfighter Limited Edition will be given access to a beta of Battlefield 4, a video on the official website of Medal of Honor confirms. This is not the first mention of a beta with the first rumors being leaked via EA's Origin store (see picture below).
EA has said that the Battlefield 4 beta will run in the autumn of 2013, which has led to speculation that the game will drop around October/November 2013. "Though Battlefield and Medal of Honor Warfighter each offer players a completely unique experience, they are united by their underlying technology base – Frostbite," said EA Labels president Frank Gibeau. He continued: "These are two of the hottest shooters, coming together to deliver a one-two punch of action, intensity and shooter entertainment."
So there we have it. Another Battlefield game is on the way but are you bothered? Please leave your opinions in the comments section below. Medal of Honor: Warfighter is out in Europe on October 26 and in the US on the 23rd.

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This week, Dana and Helen of Mombian.com discuss the perfect baby present for Mary Cheney and Heather Poe's second child.
They also show off Helen's Halloween fabric engineering skills, proving that with lesbians, it's sometimes hard to tell who's the more domestic one. On another seasonal note, they take a retro look at It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown and connect it to a real-life case of horrible injustice for a lesbian-headed family. Turning to happier matters, they share highlights from their family trip to a local science museum last weekend.
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Hibs U20 side progressed into the next round of the Scottish Youth Cup this afternoon, following an emphatic win over Ross County at East Mains.
Hibs, who have been having an excellent season, came flying out the traps, and nearly took the lead through Crane after less than two minutes, when he headed over an inviting cross.
Todd and Beaton were combining well in the Hibees engine room, and it was no surprise when they linked well to set-up young striker David Paul, to open the scoring after 15 minutes.
Hibs continued to dominate the game, and created a number of chances, but it took until just before half time to add a second, and it was no surprise that it was the menacing looking David Paul who added his and Hibs second to make it 2-0.
The first half ended with Hibs well in control, and looking good value for their lead.
HT: Hibs 2-0 Ross County
The Hibees started the second half how they ended the first - on top.
The Impressive Beaton was again at the Heart of things, and it was no suprise when he supplied a sublime pass in to the path of Euan Smith to make it 3-0 on 55 minutes.
Ross County got themselves back in the game just three minutes later, when Hibs defender Bradley Donaldson gave away a penalty, which Laim Hutchison duly converted to make it 3-1.
Hibs then added number four on 77 minutes, when Jason Cummings supplied a neat finish, and all but secure the young Hibees passage into the next round.
David Paul came close to grabbing his hat-rick a few minutes later, but was thwarted by a superb save from the Staggies keeper.
HIbs then made a substitute with 10 minutes remaining, when Baptie replaced Todd.
The substitution was to prove a masterstroke, when Baptie put in a superb cross that Jason Cummings converted for his second, and put Hibs 5-1 in the lead.
Hibs then made a double substitution, with goalscorers Cummings and Paul going off, and being replaced by McCaffrey and U17 player Docherty.
The Hibees seen out the game and secured their passage into the next round.
Hibs U20 Line-Up:
Horne, Dunsmore, Crane, Donaldson, Black, Sinclair, Beaton, Todd, Smith, Cummings, Paul.
Subs: Perntreou, Martynuik, Baptie, Docherty, McCaffrey.
Well done lads.
The rest of the cup results were as follows:
- St Johnstone 3 Stirling Alb 0
- QOS 4 Annan 1
- Cove Rangers 1 Cowdenbeath 3
- Queens Park 1 ICT 1 (Queens win on pens)
- Dunfermline 1 Dundee Utd 0
- St Mirren 2 Partick 1
- Montrose 0 Motherwell 4
- Kilmarnock 3 Aberdeen 0
- Rangers 6 Dumbarton 0
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of man. In the Bible every name stands for an idea and has a meaning that gives a due to the symbol.
A symbol loses its usefulness when man clings to it as the reality and fails to see the Truth that it represents.
synagogue--Represents an aggregation of religious ideas based on Truth, thoughts that have not yet received the inspiration of the whole Truth. A synagogue also represents a fixed religious state of consciousness.
A Jewish synagogue was a little chapel, where anyone could hear the law read out of the Hebrew Scriptures; or if he was a rabbi he could read out of the law himself. A constant stream of people came and went in the synagogue, and it fifty represents the mind of man, or a phase of man's mind that is given over to religious thought. In the new birth, or regeneration, the rebuilding of man's consciousness begins in this synagogue or religious mentality.
The synagogue of Acts 17:1, 2 in which Paul "for three Sabbath days reasoned with them from the scriptures," is the established religious thought bred in us by tradition, education, and inheritance.
tabernacle--Represents the temporal body of man, as the Temple built by Solomon in Jerusalem represents the permanent body. In the wilderness of sense, man worships God in a tent, or a temporary, transitory state of mind, which makes a perishable body. Yet in this flimsy structure are all the furnishings of the great temple that is to be built. So the body of every man is the promise of an imperishable one.
tables of stone--Represent the very foundation of our being, on which are engraved the memories of all our religious experiences.
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Discussion in 'GBAtemp & Scene News' started by shaunj66, Sep 30, 2005.
arg arg arg EA sux (coug coug madden 06 psp)
hmn I wonder if this one is any better than the previous versions...
do they really improve the game or is it just a database update?...
Fifa '05 on the GBA rocked, how's this one?
Definatly, I thougt '05 was the best football game on the GBA, hope this one is even better.
i heard they made this version totally different, much more difficult than it used to be.
read somewhere that the pc version of the game actually has the power to take on pro evo soccer. fifa 06 was made more difficult, more unpredictable and a lot better.
EA did a great job IMO, definitely going to try out this game
Played it for half an hour last night, it's a great improvement on '05.
now wait, why are you labeling this a euro release? The .nfo says it's US...
If it has all those languages then its a Euro release regardless of what the nfo might say
Yeah, it's (UE). Seems that Supplex only has EUR and JPN suppliers nowadays. This and Barbie were EUR dumps that had USA serials, and GBAtemp has no UE flag. :]
couldn't get this release to work on my M3 or Supercard.. anyone else having the same problems?


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IT takes just one incident to bring about a change in you. And for actor Rajeev Khandelwal—however minor the change might have been—he has the National Geographic Channel to thank. The channel is coming up with a unique documentary on Puri's popular Rath Yatra, where over 10 lakh people converge every year to pay homage to Lord Jagannath.
Called The Legend of Jagannath, the documentary will be hosted by Khandelwal, and the Aamir actor admits that it was one of the most exhilarating experiences of his life. "I am an atheist, yes, but what I saw last year while shooting was something I'd never expected. I now have a better understanding of religious faith," says the 40-year-old star, who is currently awaiting the release of his next movie, a suspense thriller called Fever. The cast also includes Hollywood actress Caterina Murino (Casino Royale).
Getting lucky
Dating back to the 10th century, the Rath Yatra is the oldest of its kind in the world. The documentary will showcase last year's Yatra. It was a special one, where the old idols of the deities were replaced with new ones — a practice that happens every 19 years (making it the first of this millennium). "Over 15 lakh people attended last year's event," exclaims Khandelwal, saying that the sheer scale of it overwhelmed him. "There were people who were fainting and others who were struggling to merely touch the chariots. And in the midst of it all was me, who got to view the structures from close quarters, compared to the rest of the crowd. Thanks to Nat Geo again," laughs the TV actor-turned-film star, who's hosted an automotive show, Super Cars, for the channel before. The adventure freak was also part of the channel's My Endeavour Alterrain, where he got a chance to explore the idyllic locations of North East India.
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The one-hour show encapsulates the Yatra in all its glory. It took three months to capture the preparations, and around seven days to shoot the actual event. "The carpenters who make the chariots have used the ancient tradition of handspans to take measurements. This is something that the documentary reveals," he shares. Premiering on Monday, Khandelwal will go behind the scenes, explain the origins of the Yatra and the making of the chariots and the new idols on the show. He will also be joining the devotees on the streets, as they drag the three massive chariots with their hands, each of them over 40 feet tall.
Premieres July 4. 9 pm on National Geographic Channel
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"The biggest and the deepest thoughts can be conveyed in the simplest of words" I argued vehemently against it as at that point in time I was arguing FOR increasing the word count per article but generally, I agree with his drift.
Those of you who know me would probably be thinking "but you talk so damn much!" Well, that is simply because I want to communicate a lot more :)
But you are right, I am a words person (if I may invent a category) so much so that music for me is all about the lyrics. Poetry has always fascinated me, even when I had to study it as part of my course at school.
Having said that, I am the first one to clarify that I am not into the sort of poetry which goes through reams and reams of pages and thousands of lines to get to the point. No, I like poetry that says more with less and its incredible how the simplest lines can define ones entire life and yet not make the life seem shallow.
It is the ability of the poets, to simplify complex thoughts, emotions and events and convey them in a couple of lines which you remember for the rest of your life, that draws me to it.
Sitting here in a rather reflective mood, listening to Tequila Sunrise, my mind seems to keep repeating these 6 lines again and again. These lines have changed by life and are the most inspirational words I have ever read, save for The Alchemist which is at once inspiring and dangerous - but that is a story for another day.
For now, read these lines, go read the whole poems if you so like and if possible, post your favorites here so I can read them too.
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I--
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.
- Robert Frost. The Road Not Taken
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With sixty seconds' worth of distance run,
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A frame is not included with this artwork!
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Artwork Panel: 98cm x 53cm ≈ 38½" x 20¾"
Silk/Brocade Border: 118cm x 63cm ≈ 46½" x 24¾"Information about how this Asian painting is mounted
This depicts men playing a Chinese lute and Chinese harp.
The title of this roughly translates as "Musical Instruments Rhyme". After the title, the rest of the Chinese characters indicate the year painted (2008) and the artist's signature.
The artist's name is (Liang Dao) who lives in a village outside Guilin city in the Guangxi Province of Southern China. He specializes in artwork featuring traditional scenes of ancient life in China.
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Gary's random little things about China:
Everyone is going to hate me for this, but here is the truth:
Some people who currently prefer to call themselves "Asian-Americans" woke up one morning and decided that "Oriental" is now a word to be used only for Oriental rugs, Oriental art and lamps, or any other inanimate object from Eastern Asia.
When I was teaching English in China, many of my students would refer to themselves as "Oriental", and I would correct them and say, It's better to say that you are Asian or Chinese rather than Oriental, but I was at a loss as to explain why.
My Chinese students were very smart, and came back at me with the fact that being from Asia was too broad a term, and asked if Persians and Saudi Arabians should also refer to themselves as "Asian".
I then had to make excuses for my geographically-challenged fellow Americans* who had long ago replaced the correct term of "Oriental" (meaning the bio-geographic region including southern Asia and the Malay Archipelago as far as the Philippines, Borneo and Java), and replaced it with "Asian" which in truth encompasses half the world's population - many of whom do not consider themselves to be of the same race as those from the Orient.
(For those Americans reading this and who've slept through their high school geography class: It's true, the whole Middle East, and half of Russia are located in the Asian continent)
But I admit I am not helping the problem. You see, almost half the people that find our website did so while searching for "Asian art" and I have done a lot to promote our business as "Purveyors of Asian art". So you can blame me too.
To truly be an Asian art gallery, we would have to offer artwork from beyond the Orient, from places like India, Persia (Iran), most Arab nations, and Russia.
There are a lot of things that present problems in the English language.
Usually these problems are thanks to mistakes of the past.
That's why we have to say, "He's an Indian from India" versus "He's a Native-American Indian" (Thanks to Mr. Columbus).
Things to learn:
Do not refer to a Persian (Iranian) as Arab.
If you refer to an Arab-American as being Asian, they will look at you funny and possibly be offended.
If you refer to a person from India as Asian, you will mildly amuse them.
If you refer to a Russian as being Asian, they will pour borsch on you (my ex-wife is Russian, so I know this to be true from experience).
Using "Asian" to refer to a person from Singapore is okay, but they will later, as if by accident, mention that they are in fact from the most civilized country in Asia.
*We citizens of the USA call ourselves "Americans" which seems a bit arrogant to our neighbors who reside on the continents of North and South America. Keep in mind, Canadians and Mexicans are also from North America, but refer to themselves in more correct geographic terms.


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If you've ever gone half-mad navigating the cavernous aisles of a crowded big-box warehouse outlet, you know shopping can be a chore. But with the right store, the right people and the right price, shopping can be a pleasure. Maybe even an art. That's what inspired our What's In Store feature. Here we share our favorite stores in the valley, whether it's where we go to indulge a sweet tooth, pick up a drop-dead gorgeous dress or furnish a living room. From homegrown mom-and-pops to specialty stores to food and drinks produced right here in the valley, our What's In Store list will give you good reason to spend some quality time at some quality valley businesses. Read up - and shop on.
Old-fashioned sweetness: B Sweet Candy Boutique
In The Market LV at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd., bsweetlv.com Walking through the doors of B Sweet Candy Boutique takes you to a simpler time. A time of jukeboxes, soda shops and small-town coziness. A time when storeowners remembered your name and your favorite candy. Achieving this feel was a key ingredient in owners Arlene and Victor Bordinhao's recipe for their store's design. "We were inspired by old-fashioned candy stores and candy boutiques that you see in cities like San Francisco, Paris, London and little towns, where customer service was key and making sure the customer loves the sweet treats they choose," says Arlene.
The result: A real-life Candyland that will satisfy every sweet tooth. The stunning white walls are filled with row after row of apothecary-style jars brimming with licorice, gummy bears, gobstoppers - and classic childhood favorites such as Astro Pops, Abba-Zabas and Razzles. They even make fresh handspun cotton candy with edible glitter. On my visit , I saw a classic "kid in a candy store" scenario. Eyes wide, a timid boy clapped in delight as he perused each jar before finally deciding on a Coke-bottle gummy. As Arlene placed it in a bag, the look on the kid's face might as well have been filled with rainbows and sunshine. He hugged her leg and skipped off to enjoy his treat. Where else could you witness joy like that? CM
True Foods Salsas
Whole Foods and Fresh52 Market
True Foods Salsas isn't a shop, but a purveyor of artisanal salsas that distributes right here in Las Vegas. While you may not be able to wander to their storefront, you can find them in the salsa cases of your local Whole Foods or at Tivoli Village's Fresh52 Markets Friday through Sunday. True Foods offers five salsa variants: Death - that'd be the hot one; House, a mild red reminiscent of a standard Mexican restaurant table offering; Pico 2.0, their play on a Pico de gallo; Taco Shop Green, a salsa verde with a surprising kick; and my favorite: Guacamolito. Guacomolito? Imagine the crazy love child of guacamole and salsa with a bite to match its insanity and you've got a vague idea. JB
Village Meat and Wine, 5025 S. Eastern Ave. #23, 736-7575,
Entering Village Meat and Wine is like an expedition into Noah's Ark. A very tasty Noah's Ark. If it flies, gallops, hops, sprints, scurries or even just kind of meanders about, then they've most likely got it. Seriously, their meat case reads like Ted Nugent's trophy room: alligator, antelope, duck, elk, kangaroo - and that's only halfway through the alphabet. Besides the exotic meats, Village Meat and Wine showcases practically every house-made sausage imaginable. Standards such as brats and Italian sausages are housed alongside English bangers, Cajun boudin and andouille, and Portuguese merguez. They also butcher any cut of beef to your liking and carry free-range turkeys for your upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations. Seafood appears to be the only protein missing from this carnivore's smorgasbord.
Sure, the place is called Village Meat and Wine, but the wine selection is vastly overshadowed by the myriad of meats. This isn't a bad reflection on the spirits, but rather a testament to the diversity of the meat menu. I suggest a new name: Village Meat and Meat has a nice ring, doesn't it? JB
Alien Tequila
Without a doubt, the best place to drink Alien Tequila is at Mundo, where if you have a few too many Alien Margaritas, the awe-inspiring environs of World Market Center might have you thinking you're on another planet. Since the vibrant Latin fusion restaurant shares the same ownership as this smooth elixir (also available at Lee's and Total Wine stores) it's kinda the unofficial Vegas headquarters. It's made in Tepatitlan, Mexico, from agave grown in the highlands. Once distilled, it's aged in whiskey barrels for at least 16 months. These are the factors that give it a cognac-like richness and a warm, vanilla flavor, and won its anejo tequila gold medal honors at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. But the most important things to remember: Though it's available in 19 states now, this is Las Vegas tequila, hence the Area 51-influenced branding, and it tastes better than you think tequila should. BR
Rocket Fizz, 9410 W. Sahara Ave., 889-4292
Sugar and nostalgia are the fuel blend here. If you ever long to spoil yourself (and your teeth) absolutely rotten, you can't miss with this boutique soda-pop shop and candy-store franchise, with a location now in Summerlin. And if you're a parent, there's no way your little monsters will resist the gauntlet of Salt Lake City-made Taffy Town gourmet taffy in bins lining a wall of the store, with more than 40 flavors - buttered popcorn, caramel cheesecake, fresh apricot, to name a few. The sodas are equally encyclopedic in terms of taste, ranging from the refreshing (apple pie, peaches & cream) to the downright bizarre (bacon, buffalo wing, PB&J). You'll also find yesteryear sweets (Mallo Cup), quirky treats (gummy rat) and, for the conservatively sweet-toothed, everyday delights. Reinforcing the shop's throwback charm are faux vintage tin signs featuring pop-culture icons like the Jack Kirby-rendered Fantastic Four and cola-glugging femme fatales from the '40s. JK
Popped Gourmet Popcorn, 9480 S. Eastern Ave. #110, 998-9234
Like toast, popcorn - practically lacking in any distinct flavor itself - serves as the perfect vehicle for toppings. While salt and butter are a damn fine baseline, cheddar cheese, caramel, or the wonderful combination of those two commonly referred to as Chicago are both tasty and readily available at Popped, a Henderson gourmet popcorn store. Then they see your Chicago and raise you with flavors such as Buffalo Hot, Dilly Pickle, Salt & Vinegar and even S'mores. While they no longer offer Blue Cheese (Blue Cheese and Buffalo Hot were transcendent!) you can get Buffalo Hot and Ranch for your very own taste of the 716. Interested in New Mexico? The 505 is the house-prepared combo of caramel and Hatch chiles. Best of all is Dirty Vegas, representing the 702 with a combination of all the flavors Popped offers. And then there are the "special" flavors in constant rotation. Oishi Nori and Ling Hing Mui were recent Asian-inspired flavors. What's next? You'll have to check it out yourself. But can I suggest Pepperoni Pizza? JB
Greenland Market, 6850 W. Spring Mountain Road, 459-7878
Our ever-blossoming Chinatown has always been fortified by treasure-laden ethnic food markets, but the arrival of Greenland Supermarket in the Korea Town Plaza (owned by the Lee's Liquors family) added new dimensions. Huge, bright, fast and squeaky clean, Greenland is a model of convenience, packed with massive produce and fresh seafood sections, a full service butcher department, a bakery, and rows and rows of noodles. All the Hawaiian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese specialty products you could possibly explore create a colorful wonderland of grocery shopping. There's even a prepared foods display near the meats, a mini-mall of kimchi and fish cakes. Extra bonus: Greenland's got a wild, vibrant food court, a place where even the hardiest Chinatown culinary adventurer will experience new levels of authentic eats. BR
Ron's Market, 6085 S. Fort Apache Road, 431-6444
The unassuming Ron's Market, located in a southwestern strip mall, offers every Eastern European edible you could think of. Their deli cases offer a variety of European meats — including Hungarian salami, Polish ham, and German bologna — while abounding with cheeses. Need to make adjarski khachapuri at home? They've got your suluguni, a pickled Georgian cheese integral to the dish. Craving saganaki? They carry kasseri, the highlight of the classic Greek flaming cheese dish. And then there's the feta. They have a LOT of feta. Ron's also serves a number of freshly prepared plates. The lahmejun, or Armenian pizza the size of a tortilla, is a steal at 90 cents. The prepared plates, meanwhile, take about 20 minutes each to prepare, but worth the wait — especially the chicken thigh kabob plate. BTW: Don't bother trying to get free lahmejun by telling them you know Ron, because he doesn't exist. They just made up the name because it sounded cool. The more you know. JB
1888 barbecue sauce, Available in select stores, 241-5590
Bob Hutchings of Henderson, formerly of Portland, Ore., didn't invent barbecue sauce, nor did his "great great great grandpappy." But grandpappy did concoct a pretty killer recipe many, many years ago — hence the name 1888 — and Hutchings may have perfected it. His four sauces and three seasoning rubs were first available locally three years ago at Glazier's Food Marketplace, and more recently have taken over the aisles at Albertsons. "They're the top-selling barbecue sauces at every store they're in," he says proudly. The pride is deserved. He's been crafting, bottling, labeling and delivering the goods by himself up until now, and is set to expand into California stores soon. The flavors of 1888 sauce are much better balanced than those big-name bottles, blending sweet and spicy without going overboard in either direction. "I've been barbecuing all my life, and I know the flavors I like," Hutchings says. And now, so do you. BR
Polish Deli, 5900 W. Charleston Blvd., , 259-2008
Hookah lounges and nail parlors and sushi joints come and go, but the Polish Deli is forever. Well, not exactly, but it has held down the storefront for nearly a decade — pretty close to forever in Las Vegas strip mall terms. The narrow, utilitarian space is packed with products from Eastern Europe: a half-dozen varieties of (unexpectedly tasty) frozen pierogis, glass bottles of vividly colored fruit nectars, tins of "breakfast pork ham" and every darn thing you can possibly do with beets. And, of course, many varieties of pickles in giant glass jars with dill blossoms and chunks of garlic floating near the bottom — pickles as they were meant to be, and as far from your mass-supermarket variety as Warsaw is from Summerlin.
At the cash register, the blonde proprietress is absorbed in voluble Polish conversation with a customer as she wraps up an order of wedding sausage. Behind the counter is a mural of a dancing couple in traditional Polish dress; below that, shelves of floral face masks, herbal eye creams and exotic varieties of Nivea. Bags of candies are packaged with adorable cartoons of rosy-cheeked farm boys or Bambi-eyed cows — even if you don't know the flavor, anything so cute must be delicious. LTR
Valley Cheese & Wine, 1570 Horizon Ridge Parkway #140, 341-8191,
Valley Cheese & Wine is no hidden treasure; local gourmands have been pillaging its well-stocked Henderson shelves for six years now. But in case you didn't know, it moved: conveniently, just down the street. Now it's the farthest thing from hidden, fronting Horizon Ridge Parkway in a nice new space with extra, well, space. Does bigger mean better for a store that already serviced visitors from all over the valley with an expansive wine selection and tough-to-find-elsewhere artisanal food products? But of course. The Valley Cheese & Wine experience will now include more cheese and wine during your experience, which is to say the bigger space affords expansive (and free!) in-store tastings. (Don't worry, the weekly wine classes aren't going anywhere.) It was already temptingly easy to spend an afternoon getting lost in deliciousness here; now, it's all but mandatory. BR
Clothing, couture and design
Home sleek home
UnicaHome, 3901 West Russell Road, 616-9280,
"The best kind of design is design that you appropriate into your life, that makes you happy and makes your life a little better," says Unica Home owner Hugh Fogel.
Spoken like a true … scientist? Yes: Fogel actually studied molecular biology in college, financing his education by buying and selling art in the bygone era before eBay. Fogel eventually gave up the microscope, but kept his keen eye. He started UnicaHome in Birmingham, Mich., and moved the business to Las Vegas in 2002 to have access to a greater range of product. They now represent more than 400 brands, big and small. And they do this quite well. Some of my favorite pieces: pillow pancakes and butter pads (made by local artists Todd von Bastiaans and Brian McCarthy), Rubik's Cube salt and pepper shakers, and a low-profile couch with textured taupe upholstery that feels like you're sitting on the most comfortable packaging ever created. DM
Creative Space, 1421 S. Commerce St., 439-3923
The showroom at Creative Space is one of those places where, yes, you might find that one unique piece that defines a room, but more importantly (and much more fun), you might discover what you like. I was mesmerized by a purple print of Yul Brynner from "Westworld," in all his scary-kitschy glory. That would define any of my rooms. But the boutique showroom is just the tip of Vegas native Hayley Hunter's design iceberg: she's got a giant warehouse/workshop where she's customizing inspired furnishings, sculpting funky figures and generally just plushing things up. If you're the type who wants to tell your guests that you picked up that classic-cool armchair at this crazy little shop downtown, that can be accomplished here. But if you really want to spend some time on it, match up your personal aesthetic (or define it) with a bold upholstery choice and unique structure, well, now we're talking. Now this chair is yours in every sense. That's probably why she calls it Creative Space, right?
Glassic Art, 2972 S. Rainbow Blvd., 875-5111
Leslie Rankin won't tell you how she's able to color glass without heating it — that's a trade secret she spent eight years developing — but she will beautify your home with her Glassic Art creations. Rankin custom-designs everything from the sculptures to waterless waterfalls and more functional items such as floor tiles, backsplashes and light panels. A gorgeous ocean-inspired bathroom has glass countertops, recalling incoming waves that pour into sink vessels, above driftwood cupboards installed by another local shop, Artesia Kitchen and Bath. Glassic Art recently found a new home in Artesia's showroom — an obvious union since the companies often collaborate on projects. Both Glassic Art and Artesia have adapted to the economy. Artesia, which used to be strictly high-end, now carries Lowe's and Home Depot products. As for Glassic Art, by avoiding the costly kiln process, Rankin can sell her wares for less than you'd think. "My biggest challenge is that people figure they can't afford it," she says. "They rob themselves of the opportunity of having something spectacular, when we've fit into budgets for 26 years." CC
Mina Olive Boutique, In The Market LV at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd.
"No two brides should ever be alike." That's Megan Thompson's motto — and she takes it as seriously as, well, a wedding vow. In a world of mass-market production, Mina Olive owner Thompson believes in quality, craftsmanship — and uniqueness. "I want each dress to be one-of-a-kind and a perfect representation of each bride. … I love being able to give the brides more options and ideas than they ever thought was possible." The journey to the perfect dress begins with a bride-to-be walking in the doors of Mina Olive — and lots of questions. Thompson quizzes her on her personal style, likes, dislikes — even her favorite band — to get a feel for her personality. After perusing fabric samples and designs, Thompson sketches preliminary designs, and moves on to fitting when she nails the right look. Brides don't just get a dream dress — they get a deep sense of satisfaction in being part of the fun. "They really get to experience the whole process of making their dress from start to finish," says Thompson. No objections to that union. CM
Colorz, The District at Green Valley Ranch, 2235 Village Walk Drive, 242-1029
Stylish and perky stay-home mom Bobbie Helseth needed something to do when her son went off to school, so she found herself a spot in The District — where Henderson moms like to treat themselves — and opened a women's clothing boutique. Eight years later, Colorz has a steady stream of chic and loyal moms, some of whom drop in weekly, which is as often as new items arrive. It carries (you guessed it!) colorful clothing that can't generally be found elsewhere in Vegas, and includes four lines. Bird & Vine features California-style loungewear of the softest fabrics — sweats, tanks and hoodies — blinged-out mommy-style in rhinestone hearts. Sky is a slightly pricier but popular line: a stylish, tie-dyed maxi dress costs $140. Desigual (of Europe) is Helseth's newest fashion-forward line. But the store's all-time bestseller is a long ruched skirt by Elan that Helseth stocks year-round. The best part about Colorz is Helseth's eagerness to make Mom happy. You don't like the rhinestone hearts? Prefer cherries, or baseballs or spiders? Helseth will custom-order to suit your taste. CC
CRSVR, In The Cosmopolitan, 698-7605
DJ Vice's sneaker boutique CRSVR ("crossover") offers limited-edition men's and women's sports shoes and frilly-free clothing in a laid-back lounge atmosphere complete with a "Beats by Dre" listening station. Shoppers get free music CDs with each purchase. Fashionistas can find court-ready Nikes, including Air Jordans and the latest model from Kobe Bryant, plus Supra and Native footwear displayed as wearable urban art. There are comfy cool threads and lids (hats) from Five Four Clothing, And Still La Brea, Brixton, Krew, and SLVDR. CRSVR's street-ready gear has a casual hip-hop vibe that's both colorful and chic. The store, which first opened in Santa Barbara, has since exported its brand of culture, fashion and fun to The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas. CRSVR also has occasional in-store events such as a recent June 9 meet-and-greet with super-DJ Steve Aoki. TI
Artifact, In The Market LV at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd.
Imagine all the best Pinterest boards — everything you've ever repinned and favorited — brought to life and placed in one stunning gallery. Better yet, all the items are repurposed, upcycled and eco-conscious. That gives you an idea of what Artifact offers. The brainchild of Molly Gaddy-Walters, this boutique brings local artists together with artists from across the country to create a blend of home furnishings, gifts and clothing.
"I wanted to create an accessible art gallery," says Gaddy-Walters. "Everything I carry is made by an artist. I don't go through any vendors or any distributors. Everything is bought from an artist or consigned by an artist." Really good artists — such as Ryan Boase, whose ReAcoustic line features iPod and iPad speaker docks that turn vintage brass instruments and gramophones into acoustic amplifiers that, amazingly, require no electricity. Local artists hold their own in this gallery of wonders as well. Joel Spencer's one-of-a kind retro TV mirrors may not be delivering Nielsen ratings anymore, but they'd rate highly as wow-inducing conversation pieces on any wall. CM
Amari Boutique, 10271 S. Eastern Ave. #114 in Henderson, 476-3900
Nestled in an unassuming shopping center on South Eastern Avenue sits Amari Boutique, a specialty dress shop. What makes Amari so special? It all begins with the owner Marisela Altamirano's sharp sense of style. Amari Boutique focuses on contemporary, affordable pieces designed by up-and-coming talent and not typically carried by major retailers. "Vegas is about being social," Altamirano says. "It's about looking put-together and presentable all the time. I wanted women to be able to stop into a neighborhood boutique and find something chic to wear to work, to cocktail hour — and then that they could dress up to for evening." The designers carried include some of her favorites, such as Mink Pink, Keepsake the Label, TFNC London, Cameo, Finders Keepers and JJ Winters. CM
Candy Beach Swimwear, In the Fashion Show Mall, 866-5950
In the center of the Fashion Show Mall is a display of such vibrant color that you can't help but take notice of the itsy-bitsy, teeny-weeny, Colombian-cut, hand-finished bikinis that adorn Candy Beach Swimwear's kiosk. They work just as effectively poolside — and if the gorgeous colors don't get you noticed, the brilliant patterns and unique embellishing will. Think of so many beads and rhinestones, sequins and sheers, frills, laces and unlikely fabrics coming together to make up elaborate little (and I do mean little) pieces of art to dress up your most personal parts. But it's the cut of the suits that owners Candice Severino and Marcela Chica credit for the popularity of their product. American-made swimwear is generally cut rounded in the tush, but these suits, imported from Colombia, are cut straight (like small triangles) to fit better and avoid any unpleasant sagging. Candy Beach carries four different designers — Agua Bendita is the fanciest; Phax has an impeccable fit — and prices range from $100 to $200. Since they order only three of each design (one each in small, medium and large), it's unlikely you'll end up in an embarrassing "Who-wore-it-best?" tabloid shot. CC
Electric Lemonade, 220 E. Charleston Blvd. 776-7766
Nestled in the heart of the Arts District, this sunlit, clean, super-cool boutique store (its name is a reference to Ken Kesey's "Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test") is a million light years away from the lowly concept of downtown thrifting. Sisters Courtney and Kinsey Peters make an adorable and friendly team. They're always rockin' rad threads themselves and are nonstop busy — watching them joke with each other while wrestling pants onto a not-so-manly mannequin is a hoot. Indeed, these retro-savvy redheads hand-pick every item displayed in their "vintage fashion bodega," from '50s-era railroad denim men's jeans to a carbon-dated '80s-metal Quiet Riot sleeveless T. Nothing here could be unearthed at Savers. Prices are right, too, from cowboy boots to high school letter jackets to name-brand accessories that once ruled Cold War America. Here, Vegas' urban-hipster elite comes to get garb — Lady Silvia bartenders, Globe salonists and any musician worth her indie-rock salt. JK
Patina Décor, 1211 S. Main Street, 776-6222
Patina Décor on Main Street has everything from gleaming mid-mod barware to sparkly Hollywood Regency lighting to industrial-chic furniture, but the eclectic mix is bound by a simple philosophy. "Everything in our store is a carefully curated object of desire," says co-owner Kate Aldrich. Her partner Tim Shaffer — as laid-back as Aldrich is poised and placid — has his own word for it: "Groovy." Opened in April, the fine vintage furniture and decor store has quickly become a must-shop stop for the new urbanites putting roots downtown and 'burb-dwellers dressing up their homes — and for good reason: "Tim has a phenomenal eye for beautiful things," says Aldrich, whose own relaxed elegance and curatorial instincts hint at her former life as a plate designer for five-star hotels and restaurants. But their shared vision goes beyond just a successful store. They chose Main Street for Patina Décor — with the support of neighboring shop Retro Vegas — to plant the seed for something bigger. "If you have just one business, you're a destination," says Aldrich. "We want to be more than a destination. We want to be part of a larger business district on Main Street, where it's shop, shop, shop, coffee, shop, shop, lunch — a place where you can spend the entire day around these hip little stores." When this portion of Main Street grows up into a buzzing design district, you can guarantee it'll be impeccably furnished. AK
Arts, literature, music and leisure
Revenge of the nerds, Ninjabot, At Maximum Comics, 520 Marks St. and 5130 S. Fort Apache Road,
Geek culture is cool now, but geeks always knew they would be cool someday. This is the conclusion I've accepted from admiring the quirky little works of Ninjabot, designs I feel the need to collect comprehensively because they're just so cool. It's tough to decide which playful iPhone cover you need more, the minimalist pop art innuendo of the steaming hot cocoa mug murmuring "Blow Me," or the one recasting '80s TV alien Alf as Chewbacca. These creations come from Estefania Rodriguez and Arnel Baluyot, First Friday regulars who are getting big; they'll be vendors at this month's New York Comic Con. It doesn't get geekier. Luckily, we don't have to travel to acquire these nifty prints and knick-knacks. Just go online and tell me you won't compulsively order the Star Wars postage stamp set, brilliantly chronicling all six episodes. Resist, you will not. BR
Sunday Project Reset, Various locations, 769-2991
Sometimes you need to push the reset button on life, to kickstart the person you know you can be. So, on the first Sunday of every month, leave your cozy womb of existential angst and get ready for some serious renewal. Welcome to the Reset Project, where doers show up at 7 a.m. to begin a transformative journey through the fivefold path. 1. Move: A walk, run or ride that challenges you no matter your level of physical fitness. 2. Stretch: A session to sate your inner yogi. 3. Meditate: Center those brain waves. 4. Act: Neurons fire as Alexia Vernon helps you find your moxie. 5. Eat: A communal breakfast for the Vegas vegans. Sunday Reset is held in various locations throughout the city and often sells out. Get on the mailing list — and get ahead of the holiday weight gain. MM
Violin Outlet, 900 E. Karen Ave. #A122, 733-3028
If you ask Mara Lieberman, the owner of Violin Outlet, what makes her store so special, she'll tell you it's her staff, many of whom have been with her for decades, and several of whom began as young students in the store's music education program, such as her manager, Sabrina Saffel, who was 11 when she began lessons at Violin Outlet. If you ask Lieberman's staff, they'll tell you it's Lieberman who's kept customers coming back for 30 years: "I've never met a more honest woman, ever," says Barbara Gurley, a cello instructor with 28 years under her bow. Probably it's both — and then some other factors, such as the fact that Violin Outlet is the number one supplier for the Clark County School District's orchestra program, and that program is one of the largest in the country. That this store is one of the few to still stock an enormous selection of hard-copy sheet music — despite that it takes up space, and is more of a hassle than a moneymaker — might also have something to do with it. Violin Outlet sells, rents, and repairs more bowed string instruments — violins, violas and cellos — than any other store in Vegas. CC
The News, 3720 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 590-9229
Crystals at CityCenter is supposed to offer a high-end shopping experience. So then why is there a grubby newsstand and sundry shop plopped on the first floor near valet? Well, actually, The News isn't an airport junk stall, where you only pick up a trashy celeb-sniffing mag to read during a flight. This is an elegantly designed — hey, check out the ceiling fixtures and the towering magazine displays — little shop that sells advanced items like wine, liquor and designer chocolates, not to mention a much wider array of magazines and newspapers, national and international. The News is perfectly positioned next to the Crystals coffee shop, The Cup, where you can guzzle java and flip through the New York Times or, if you lean the other way, the Wall Street Journal. Or maybe you'd like to veg out with the Globe and gaze at never-before-published pics of topless Lucille Ball. In any case, who says print is dead? JK
Kidrobot, Inside The Cosmopolitan, 698-7670
Kidrobot is bringing pop vinyl cool to Vegas. The 10-year-old collectible toymaker has a store inside The Cosmopolitan specializing in limited-edition artist figurines, plush objects and counterculture T-shirts. The inventory runs the imaginative gamut from subversive plastic items to tongue-in-cheek creations from Marc Jacobs and Nike. Designer Frank Kozik, for example, recently produced for the retailer a smoking rabbit in bondage with detachable dog collar chain. Kidrobot's launch of a new Dunny — or a customizable bunny figurine — can become a rock concert-like event. Collectors lined up late into the night in June to get a Dunny signed by artists Mad and Scribe. Toys sell from $5 up to $25,000, with many editions selling out fast. Kidrobot figurines have even been displayed at New York's Museum of Modern Art. But don't be intimidated: The store has a fun fanboy vibe that is lax and playful. TI
Chessngames, In The Market LV at Tivoli Village, 440 S. Rampart Blvd.
Strategize your next purchase at ChessNGames, one of the many small retail stores nestled in Tivoli Village's newly opened The Market LV. Capture (well, actually, you have to buy them) lion-headed chess chairs sufficient to intimidate any opponent. In the mood for a more elegant game? Then consider GO, the original Japanese art of war in which, on a 19 x 19 grid, opponents employ black and white stones to grab territory and ensnare enemies. My own personal wish list includes Diplomacy, JFK and Kissinger's favorite game, no doubt because it's far more Machiavellian than Risk: Players conspire with each other only to turn quisling in their quest for world domination. ChessNGames plans on hosting game nights at The Market LV, so be prepared to mate the competition while indulging in crudités and cotton candy. MM
Martin Lawrence Galleries, In The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, 991-5990
You've got extra cash, you want art, a big-name artist and maybe a little something that matches the sofa. (It's okay. A lot of people want something to match the sofa when buying art; they just don't say it out loud.)
If that's your criteria and you don't want to leave town or deal online with Christie's or Sotheby's, an option might be Martin Lawrence Galleries in The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. Its on-site inventory has works by Erte (lots of Erte!), Warhol, Picasso, Chagall and Murakami, to name a few. Works by Keith Haring, Alex Katz and Roy Lichtenstein are always great to see without being bombarded by sales clerks in the 26,000 square-foot gallery. Also in stock are original paintings by lesser-known artists and an occasional treat like the arrival last month of Calder's "Spiral, 1966 ('No! to Frank Lloyd Wright')." If the Chagall and Picasso etchings, lithographs or serigraphs aren't doing it for you, ask what the company might have in its 10 other galleries throughout the United States — from San Francisco to New York City and down to New Orleans. And since we're not talking about multimillion-dollar originals, you can get something lovely for the living room for under $10,000. (I'd go with a Katz.) KP
Battlezone Comics & Gaming, 7910 Tropical Parkway #120, 645-7249
Some comic stores have rows upon rows of graphic novels, alphabetized bins of comic books and corners packed with dice and card packs, but some, like BattleZone Comics & Gaming, seem to sense that too much merchandise can be downright overwhelming. Instead of opting for in-and-out customer sales, this northwest Las Vegas shop has created an open and inviting atmosphere that encourages community over consumerism. No comic store would be complete without a wall of the newest comic books, a variety of strategy games and a large supply of gaming supplies, but BattleZone's in-store gaming tables and scheduled events make it an experience, not just a shop. There are about 40 regular players (mainly guys) who frequent BattleZone to roll dice and strategize through imagined scenarios, but anyone is welcome to participate in organized play days for games ranging from Magic: The Gathering to Game of Thrones. If your adventure of choice isn't on the schedule, stop in on an open gaming day and grab a table for your self-conducted play of Dungeons & Dragons, War Machine or whatever else grabs at your inner geek. JH
Pololu Robotics and Electronics,920 Pilot Road, 262-6648
"Engage your brain" is owner Jan Malášek's mantra (and the name of his blog). Fact is, you have to be one smart cookie to be a Pololu customer, as the intellectually faint of heart will drown in their sea of electronic components and boards just jonesing to become robots (or robot armies). To pursue their dreams of engaging the high-end robotics community, Jan and his cohorts moved from Boston (and MIT specifically) to bask and thrive in Nevada's low-tax, libertarian mecca — now with more than 50 employees to boot. On Pololu's website, you'll find a host of sensors, controllers, gear boxes, motors, breadboards and regulators to piece together your own robotic hedgehog. They sell online only, but local enthusiasts opt to drink in the culture and pick up parts at their south valley HQ. Pololu is also home to the LVBots robotic club (lvbots.org) and the host of SYN Shop's beginner maker classes. Solder on! MM
Dead Poet Books, 937 S. Rainbow Blvd., 227-4070
You know how an old book can stop you in your tracks? And, having blown away the dust, you open the cover and the words seize you until the world falls away? The same sort of thing happens when you step into Dead Poet Books. Linda Piediscalzi, the sweet lady who's owned this used bookstore with her husband, Rich, since 1994, wants it to be "a place to step away from the outside for a while."
So, with the traffic whizzing by on Rainbow, children nestle in pint-sized chairs to get lost in fairytales while their parents peruse the classics in the literary section of the calm and peaceful shop. There are also plenty of books on metaphysics and religion, and a whole table of books for a dollar. Dead Poet takes mass market paperbacks on trade, but it's been a while since Piediscalzis have been able to buy books from the public.
"It's a struggle," she says of trying to keep the shop in the face of ever-advancing technology, where downloading literature is cheap and convenient. To compete, the store hosts community events, writers' groups, science fiction fantasy groups and art workshops, to attract browsers and sales. "It's hard to watch this whole thing unfold," says the soft-spoken Piediscalzi, before she warns: "If people want books to continue, they're going to have to support their local bookstores — used or new." CC
Alligator Soup, Paper and Gift Boutique, 9350 W. Sahara #130, 804-0544
"Alligator soup, alligator soup / If I don't get some I think I'm gonna droop," goes the children's rhyme from which this charming stationery and custom invitation shop took its name, in 1982, when Sharon Carelli and Helen Edell opened their doors. The shopkeepers credit the quality products for their success — for many years, Alligator Soup was one of the only shops in Vegas to carry the superior Crane & Co. invitations. Oh, and their specialized service.
"We are etiquette-centered," says Carelli. But the crowd that recently gathered for Alligator Soup's elegant 30th birthday soiree leads me to believe it is these two lovely women who keep their customers loyal. "We did wedding invitations for them, and now we're doing their children's bar mitzvahs, or their grandchildren's birth announcements," says Carelli.
Jam-packed with specialty paper, novelty items, precious gifts and personal treats, Alligator Soup makes for wonderful browsing, even if you don't have an event coming up. Stop by — you don't need an invitation. CC
Peloton Sports, 911 N. Buffalo Dr. #101, 363-1991
OK, let's say you're serious about road bicycle racing or anywhere close to pro level. Then you may want to consider a trip to this hardcore haven for bike nuts in outer Summerlin. (Quick test: If you think a Giro is what you inhale at Mediterranean eateries, skip this one.) Here you'll find elite, handcrafted machines, like the $3,500 2013 Trek Domane 5.2 C or a less pocketbook-damaging but still pretty sweet pair of $150 Bontrager RXL road shoes. More importantly, for those of us who love to ride but somehow lack the repairing gene, there's an on-site service department staffed with techs who can get you overhauled or finely tuned, and walk-ins are welcome. Of course, racing foodstuffs are almost as strangely compelling as astronaut ice cream. In other words, don't walk out of this shop with too many organic Honey Stinger chocolate waffles like we did. Forget doping — check Lance's waffle levels! JK
Desert Rock Sports, 8221 W. Charleston, 254-1143
If you want to buy outdoors gear in Las Vegas from a local shop staffed by experienced mountaineers with tons of local knowledge, there's only one place to go. Literally. Desert Rock Sports is Las Vegas' only locally owned outdoors retailer, and their small shop, just 15 minutes from Red Rock, is packed to the rafters with top-quality rock climbing and expedition gear. Not only do they have an impressive selection of goods, from bolts to backpacks, they have the expertise to tell customers exactly what works best for each adventure. Of course, expertise comes with a price, and Desert Rock Sports sells its wares at full MSRP. But the buying experience makes it worth every penny. Whether you're climbing or mountaineering, Desert Rock Sports' staff knows that their customers' lives will depend on the equipment they're buying, and they go the extra mile to make sure that people get precisely what they need. That effort brings peace of mind you just can't get at a big-box store. JK
Gotta Getta Map, 1566 Western Ave., 678-6277
"Whadda I gotta getta map for?" you ask. "I've got GPS!"
"If you think you're gonna just use GPS, get a map and bring plenty of water," says Kurt Wippler, a genial, gray-bearded fellow who has been the proprietor of Gotta Getta Map for more than a decade. "Give me a map and a compass and I won't get lost."
Even if you're not planning a road trip into Death Valley, Gotta Get a Map has plenty to peruse. The small shop is crammed floor to ceiling with maps, from "Streetwise Athens" to a regional map of Tuscany to full-color cartography of French Guiana, along with maps for fishing and hunting. There are globes, relief maps and guides from "Paiute Valley ATV Trails" to "Where to Find Gold."
"There's over 50,000 maps in here, easy," says Wippler. Their most expensive? "Afghanistan," he says. "It's life-threatening to try to go there and map it. That's why the price is high, as far as maps go." Most popular? The Directions Street Guide, a turn-by-turn explanation of how to get everywhere in town. "I used it all of the time back when I was making deliveries," says Wippler. Who better to help you figure out where you're going than someone who spent a chunk of his younger years looking for unknown addresses? LTR
Bone Appetit, 4985 Fort Apache Road, 644-3644
Animals have it so easy. While our taste for fine food forces us to trek all the way to the Strip, Fido can get his foodie fix by hitting the nearest strip mall. Only holistic and organic brands of kibble line the shelves of this natural foods pet shop. If you're browsing their selection and think you heard an oven timer go off, you'd be right. Unlike the pet treat aisle of your nearest big box store, Bone Appetit's in-house bakery provides a range of fresh-baked goods that have been known to make humans drool. Start with a bacon Parmesan muffin, move on to a slice of pizza, and finish with a peanut butter cookie for dessert — not you, the dog! The shop's behavior and training classes don't cover table manners, but if your pet gets crumbs caught in its fur, they can be cleaned off afterward in the shop's grooming station. DL
Samy's Grooming Salon, 693 N. Valle Verde Drive, 435-0667
Entrusting your animal to a groomer is the same as searching for a babysitter — you want to keep your "kids" safe, calm — and it doesn't hurt if they have a little fun. Well, drop 'em off at Samy's. You'll feel at ease the moment you open the door. You're greeted by soothing music, and the clients being clipped all seem to have happy looks on their faces. It's a bona fide pet sanctuary. Not only do Samy's works of art come alive on all dog breeds, but cats will be making a fancy statement as well — and, as anyone who's looked for a good cat groomer knows, it would be easier to climb an active volcano. The lion cuts are priceless, and not only will they keep your kitty cooler, they'll reinforce good grooming habits — worth the price of the cut alone. Once Samy and his staff have worked on your pet, you'll want for no other groomer. JP
Well Rounded Baby Boutique, 6000 S. Eastern Ave. #9A, 795-2500
Time was, the only breastfeeding supplies a new mother needed were the ones nature gave her. Throw in a pink or blue baby bag and some diapers, and you were good to go. But something about those plastic diapers bugged. Today's moms are blessed with a bounty of earth-friendly nursing and nurturing options for their newborns that would make Dr. Spock's head spin. From the birth experience itself (bed or birth-tub?) to the best way to wear your baby (Mei-Tai or Moby Wrap?), the choices are endless.
Guidance and support and really cute cloth diapers — with names like Bummis and Fuzzibunz — are all in stock at the Well Rounded Baby Boutique, nestled within the Well Rounded Momma, dedicated to offering women "mind and body awareness during the transition to motherhood." Area midwives, like Well Rounded Momma owner Sherry Hopkins, doulas and herbalists have banded together with boutique owner Brittany Hollister, and together these passionate, knowledgeable women provide expert guidance for expectant mothers (and fathers) via classes and workshops on baby wearing, attachment parenting, cloth diapering and breastfeeding. And who could resist a business with a product line that includes "Fuzzibunz?" HM
Tobacco Leaf, 9400 S. Eastern Ave. #105 and 7175 W. Lake Mead #120, 897-5977
Mark Twain famously said, "If I cannot smoke cigars in heaven, I shall not go." A better destination might be Tobacco Leaf. Tobacco Leaf is much more than your average smoke shop. Their two locations are staffed by knowledgeable, avid smokers, who share their customers' passion for fine tobacco products. The walk-in humidors are well-stocked with everything from Havana Honeys to Fuente's Opus X, all kept at a perfect 70 degrees and 70 percent humidity. What really sets Tobacco Leaf apart: their special events. Tobacco Leaf regularly plays host to some of the giants in the cigar industry at their customer appreciation events. In addition to meeting big shots, events regularly include free food and drinks, as well as giveaways ranging from free cigars to pricey humidors. Tobacco Leaf has even hosted a "Leave your wallet at home" free cigar day! As an added bonus, hang out for a while and enjoy your stogie in the back room, decked out with a big screen TV, comfy, oversized chairs, and plenty of ash trays. They'll even light your cigar for you. AG
Vegas Homebrew & Winemaking, 5140 W. Charleston Blvd., 207-2337
The warm smell of earthy grains is the first indication that something is brewing in this small, utilitarian shop. Simple wire shelving heaped with plastic buckets, bags of bottle caps and glass bottles make Vegas Homebrew & Winemaking feel like the discount section of a neighborhood hardware store, but all these items have a purpose: To make the perfect batch of homebrewed beer. Though the store is also well-stocked with beer kits ranging from stouts to IPAs, winemaking kits for a variety of discerning palates and bags of malts, hops and flavorings (orange peel or licorice root, anyone?) for more advanced brewers, it is owner Steve Berg's passion for the art of homebrew that defines this store. He is quick to develop a rapport with anyone who walks through the door, happy to explain beer-making to newbies at a simple demonstration station and talk strategy to kitchen brewers with a few bottles under their belts. Steve even willingly and patiently answers questions and provides advice by phone for those brewing emergencies. We'll raise a glass to that. JH
Hi-Rollers Barbershop & Shaving Parlor, 1120 S. Maryland Parkway, 382-6790
Pomp (as in pompadour) it up at this old-school barbershop on the edge of the historic Huntridge district downtown. Barber Martin Corona and his brothers-in-clippers will give you whatever you want — flat top, crew cut, high and tight, burr, bowl, businessman, whitewalls, fade or just a clean, warm-foamed, razor-bladed shave. (Nothing beats it.) Corona is such a cool cat, he plays guitar in rockabilly band Will & the Hi-Rollers, from which the shop takes its name. Sure, Hi-Rollers seems like a guy's place, what with the latest issues of Playboy and Lowrider within easy reach, and rockabilly music playing in the background. But scores of ladies, moms and kids, and suit-and-tie types from the nearby law and medical offices come for the retro atmosphere (original artworks adorn the walls) and great conversation. Oh, one more thing: If you're a "Mad Men" fanatic, you should know that no other place provides a better "Don Draper" 'do than Hi-Rollers. JK
MJ Christensen Diamonds, 10400 S. Eastern Ave., 617-8818, and 8980 W. Charleston Blvd., 952-2300
You have to hear Jennifer Miller for yourself. It's almost as though her voice has bold, italics, underlining — all stylizing the font she speaks in, which might be called EARNEST ENTHUSIASM.
"In the bigger picture, we work for other people, our common brother — and that's how you have joy in life, by giving the opportunity for others to experience joy. And when you give others the opportunity to experience joy, you get a sense of purpose in your own life," she says. Sounds like the bubblings of a Peace Corps recruit. But Miller is in the jewelry biz. As director of marketing for MJ Christensen Diamonds, her job is to promote the store. Now she's joining the store's community roots with a global cause. Under her direction, MJ Christensen has taken on a cluster of iniatives dubbed "Ethical Affair" that ensure diamond producers get a fair shake. MJ Christensen's sales of BeadforLife bracelets and necklaces support business literacy education of women in Uganda; its participation in the Diamond Development Initiative ensures artisanal diamond miners are fairly paid; and it supports the Diamond Empowerment Fund to educate girls in Botswana.
"One of the guiding themes of our business has been to embrace the community," says MJ Christensen owner Cliff Miller. "Now we're extending our reach to embrace the world." — AK


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One of the things I felt in my time guestblogging for Ezra was the way new environments reshape the way you write. It wasn't just a question of trying to write for Ezra's audience -- an audience which I take to be quite interested in arguments that advance the debate on substantive policy issues, as opposed to partisan rah-rahing or goofing around. (My Robby Gordon mockery was the only real departure, I think.) To a certain extent, Ezra's own past output constrained my output, and I felt some need to make my posts fit with his in style as well as content. This was a very good thing, since he's an excellent writer and I can profitably move in his direction.
I look forward to the time when Matt gets entirely comfortable writing in the Matt-style at TPMCafe -- I don't think it's happened yet. I think he's entirely comfortable on TAPPED:
My friend Julian Sanchez wrote a defense of judicial review for Reason a little while back that I also think is worth reading. The thing about Julian, though, is that he's a libertarian and Reason is a libertarian magazine. If I, like him, subscribed to a morally bankrupt fringe ideology I, too, would be a judicial review enthusiast because fundamentally (in the common-law context) it's a libertarian institution providing an additional check against government activism in all spheres.
I can see how writing at TPMCafe could shift your style in odd ways. He's in a new place with a whole bunch of heavy hitters. I wouldn't have thought of this before the guestblogging experience, but now I see it. (I hope the new typeface he's got at TPMCafe isn't swaying my opinion. I associate Matt pretty strongly with Arial, not TNR, and there could be some weirdness going on there.)
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"Thanks to the crack that formed in the fuselage, we were able to get out of the plane before it caught fire."
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The Soviet-built propellor plane, with 52 people on board, crashed at Donetsk airport in Ukraine yesterday at 6pm local time.
It was carrying fans from the Black Sea port of Odessa to see Shakhtar Donetsk's Euro tie against Borussia Dortmund of Germany.
The match, a 2-2 draw, opened with a minute of silence in memory of the dead fans.
Shaken Oleg said according to early reports the crash could have been caused by engine failure during landing.
Pilot Serhiy Meloshenko blamed poor weather for the tragedy.
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But the head of the small firm which operated the flight, Southern Airlines, claimed the pilot should not have been trying to land in the dense fog and a criminal case has been opened into the pilot and crew's actions.
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By JB Williams —— Bio and Archives--December 20, 2009
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Is it possible that the future of freedom rests in the hands of a Monroe County Tennessee Grand Jury? In an era of strange and hard to explain daily events, it might be more than possible.
We often speak of the three branches of the federal government and the hypothetical separation of powers between them—a separation no one could prove today.
For more than a hundred years now, we assumed that these three administrative branches, the Executive, Legislative and Judicial branches, would provide adequate protections for the people and their future of freedom and liberty via checks and balance put in place by our nation's Founders for that very purpose.
We assumed wrong… and the Founders were correct to assume that one day, a generation or two of Americans would fail to keep their elected officials in check, which is why they often spoke of a 4th branch of government, a branch seldom mentioned in America today.
When the other three branches of government fail to keep themselves in check, within the confines of the powers afforded them by the people and the states under the US Constitution, the 4th branch, the people, have the power and the obligation to put them back in check. But when is the last time you heard anyone speak of the 4th branch?
The final buck stops with us, "the people." We are held accountable for what happens to this nation.
"The spirit of resistance to government is so valuable on certain occasions that I wish it to be always kept alive."—Thomas Jefferson
We have come to expect Washington DC elites to live outside of the laws they pass - to institute laws they have no Constitutional authority to pass—and to see themselves as omni-powerful rulers operating with immunity, beyond the reach of the commoners.
We have forgotten our role in government, as the 4th branch, the final arbiter of truth and justice, and the final defenders of freedom and liberty, wherein the people take control of the situation whenever the other three branches of government become destructive of these ends.
The 4th branch is the final wall of defense that stands between a future of freedom and a future of tyranny and slavery. When elected officials fail to keep themselves in check and the Supreme Court fails to step in and uphold the US Constitution as the law of this land, only the people, the 4th branch, can derail the destruction of our free republic.
"The republican is the only form of government which is not eternally at open or secret war with the rights of mankind."—Thomas Jefferson
Today, we find ourselves in the presence of a runaway federal government. All three branches are working in concert towards the total destruction of the free republic. Not even the US Supreme Court, which has the power to reach down and take up the constitutionality of the actions taken by the legislative and executive branches, is willing to do so today.
That leaves the future of freedom and liberty squarely in the hands of the 4th branch, the people.
Some have been taught to believe that we have a government of, by and for the people, and that the people must live with the consequences of elections, even when elections are fraudulent and the people have been manipulated into that corner. They believe that no 4th branch exists, or that the 4th branch has no peaceful remedy beyond waiting for the next election cycle.
They are wrong on both counts…
The three branches of government exist to "serve" the people and the states, not to "rule" over anyone. Our Declaration of Independence clearly states—"That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness."
The people have the power under this clause alone. But is this the only remedy left when all three administrative branches of the federal government become destructive of the nation?
The Bill of Rights begins with—"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances."
If the people have the right to "peaceably assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances," this means that the people, the 4th branch, have a remedy short of all out revolution. But what is it?
What is the mechanism by which the people can assemble and petition their government for redress?
Are any of these things what the Founders had in mind when they wrote and ratified the Charters of Freedom?
A runaway government is not likely to hear any of these forms of dissent. An elite ruling class is not likely to concern themselves with such toothless measures. We have seen that these peaceful petitions for redress mean nothing to them.
To petition the government is to do so within the legal system, to ask a court to step in and rule on the constitutionality of governments actions. I'm not referring to the Citizen Grand Juries being formed outside of the justice system in desperation, although they are constitutionally grounded in those efforts. I'm talking about the court appointed Grand Juries.
Justice Powell, in United States v. Calandra, 414 U.S. 338, 343 (1974), stated: "The institution of the grand jury is deeply rooted in Anglo-American history. [n3] In England, the grand jury [p343] served for centuries both as a body of accusers sworn to discover and present for trial persons suspected of criminal wrongdoing and as a protector of citizens against arbitrary and oppressive governmental action. In this country, the Founders thought the grand jury so essential to basic liberties that they provided in the Fifth Amendment that federal prosecution for serious crimes can only be instituted by 'a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury."
Clearly, the People's Grand Jury is intended to serve the purpose of keeping the federal justice department in check related to wrongful oppressive prosecution of citizens for political witch hunts. But does the power of the People's Grand Jury stop there?
"Cf. Costello v. United States, 350 U.S. 359, 361- 362 (1956). The grand jury's historic functions survive to this day. Its responsibilities continue to include both the determination whether there is probable cause to believe a crime has been committed and the protection of citizens against unfounded criminal prosecutions. Branzburg v. Hayes, 408 U.S. 665, 686-687 (1972)."
This means that the Grand Jury has TWO functions and TWO powers. To protect citizens from wrongful prosecution, and to review evidence to determine whether or not probable cause exists to determine if a crime has been committed.
Different states have different laws in place in this regard. Some states allow only a government prosecutor to present evidence to the Grand Jury. Other states allow any citizen to appear before the Grand Jury to present evidence of a crime.
This begs the question, who does the People's Grand Jury belong to? Supreme Court Justice Anthony Scalia seems to answer this question in United States v. Williams…
In discussing that power and unique independence granted to the grand jury, the United States Supreme Court, in United States v. Williams, 504 U.S. 36 at 48 (1992), Justice Scalia, delivering the opinion of the court, laid down the law of the land: " '[R]ooted in long centuries of Anglo-American history, Hannah v. Larche, 363 U.S. 420, 490 (1960) (Frankfurter, J., concurring in result), the grand jury is mentioned in the Bill of Rights, but not in the body of the Constitution. It has not been textually assigned, therefore, to any of the branches described in the first three Articles. It "'is a constitutional fixture in its own right.'" United States v. Chanen, 549 F.2d 1306, 1312 (CA9 1977) (quoting Nixon v. Sirica, 159 U.S. App. D.C. 58, 70, n. 54, 487 F.2d 700, 712, n. 54 (1973)), cert. denied, 434 U.S. 825 (1977). ' " - Justice Scalia also stated, that "the grand jury is an institution separate from the courts, over whose functioning the courts do not preside."
This means that the People's Grand Jury belongs to the people, as a means of keeping government in check. According to Justice Scalia, it "'is a constitutional fixture in its own right.'" - "the grand jury is an institution separate from the courts, over whose functioning the courts do not preside."
The People's Grand Jury is again, the people's last legal line of defense against an abusive government, providing a peaceful legal remedy and a place for the people to assemble peaceably and petition for redress of grievances.
On December 1, 2009, Ret. Lt. Commander Walter Fitzpatrick III sat before a Grand Jury screening panel of four men and presented evidence of obstruction within the Monroe County justice system—obstruction intended to prevent Commander Fitzpatrick from presenting evidence of the highest crime in our land, the crime of Treason and the accused is the sitting president of the United States.
Tennessee law allows any citizen to appear before the Grand Jury and present evidence of a crime. The Grand Jury has a fiduciary responsibility to review that evidence in good faith and determine whether or not sufficient evidence has been presented to justify further investigation and prosecution.
Other states like Wisconsin have what is called "John Doe Proceedings" in which the identity of the citizen is kept secret, like the identity of the Grand Jury members, especially when evidence of crimes by the government are being presented.
Jury Foremen Gary Pettway was accused of obstruction. Yet it was Pettway who "leaked" false information to Knoxville News WVLT, stating that the Monroe County Grand Jury would issue a finding on Monday December 7th. That never happened…
On December 3rd, the local paper, the Monroe County Advocate, published false information about the events of December 1st.—"Fitzpatrick is claiming President Obama is actually Barry Soetoro and was not born in the United States and is therefore serving illegally. - Fitzpatrick has made his case before the Monroe County grand jury before, but Tuesday was the first time that an indictment might have been returned. The grand jury indictments will be sealed until Dec. 7,"
Fitzpatrick was not allowed to present to the Grand Jury on that day. He was only allowed to present to a four person partial panel of the Jury, as Gary Pettway ushered the other Jury members out of the chamber before Fitzpatrick entered the room. They state that "indictments will be sealed until Dec. 7," indicating that indictments will be handed down, even though Fitzpatrick was blocked from presenting evidence to the full Grand Jury.
On December 8, the day after the Jury was supposed to "unseal indictments," the Monroe Advocate issued a second round of false claims—"Despite a brief media frenzy, indictments sought against President Obama, a grand jury foreman and an assistant district attorney were not returned by the Monroe County grand jury."— when in fact, the Jury had neither indicted, or notified Fitzpatrick that no indictment would be coming.
Where is the Monroe County Advocate getting its information? Gary Pettway perhaps?—As of this writing, the Monroe County Grand Jury has issued no formal public statement about the Treason charges still pending in Monroe County Tennessee.
Whether they know it or not, the future of freedom and the 4th branch may rest with the Grand Jury of Monroe County Tennessee today. Thank God it doesn't rest with the Monroe County Advocate, which can't seem to get their facts right.
The people's first amendment right to redress rests at the People's Grand Jury. Because no court appointed jury has acted upon a mountain of evidence against Barack Hussein Obama, some citizens have taken to forming Citizen Grand Juries in a desperate attempt to find justice in America. Others have convened Continental Congress meetings, just like the original Continental Congress, in their desperate effort to take their nation back from tyrannical thugs.
But if the Monroe County Grand Jury finds the mountain of evidence against Obama sufficient to order further investigation, the people's jury might just stop what could come if the people find that they have NO RIGHT of REDRESS anywhere in the US legal system…
I pray that some court or jury somewhere in the country finds a way to let the people's evidence be heard, because I worry about what happens to my country in the coming days and weeks, if the people's right of redress is limited to a full scale revolution.
Our right of redress must not be limited to violent revolt. More than 60% of American citizens oppose everything going on in Washington DC today. I pray that the courts have the capacity to remedy the situation, before angry citizens decide that there is no peaceful solution.
JB Williams is a writer on matters of history and American politics with more than 3000 pieces published over a twenty-year span. He has a decidedly conservative reverence for the Charters of Freedom, the men and women who have paid the price of freedom and liberty for all, and action oriented real-time solutions for modern challenges. He is a Christian, a husband, a father, a researcher, writer and a business owner.


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