Vegas Nightclubs May Have to Ban Public Stripper Poles

If the Clark County commissioners have their way, patron-accessible stripper poles in Las Vegas nightclubs soon might be a thing of the past.

According to a Digital Journal article, a ban on tourists using stripper poles in Las Vegas nightclubs was discussed at a commissioners meeting on Aug. 18 and could be ratified by the end of the fall.

The move, apparently designed to keep visitors from exposing themselves at nightclubs, could result in employee-only restrictions for the poles, allowing only go-go dancers employed by the clubs to be the ones to straddle them.

Though no particular nightclub has come under fire, reports have surfaced that commissioner discussion revolved around Prive inside Planet Hollywood. The club was fined and shut down for violations of a liquor license (and other offenses) earlier this summer. It has since reopened.

Commissioners apparently also mentioned the new Sapphire Pool at The Rio, which also was shut down for the season after eight women and one man were arrested for prostitution. Yes, the stripper pole at The Rio is now closed.

What do all of these changes mean for the average Vegas visitor? Not much—at least not yet. But be warned; (undercover) Las Vegas Police and local sheriff’s departments say they are cracking down on lewd behavior at nightclubs. Much like Big Brother in Aldous Huxley’s famous book, “Brave New World,” they’ll be watching. In the meantime, ladies, if you need your stripper pole fix you could always try Stripper 101 at PH's V Theater. by Whalehead - VegasChatter

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After Breaking Up With Rande Gerber, Cherry at The Red Rock Has Re-Opened

Where: 11011 W. Charleston [map], 89135

Following a brief closure, Cherry Nightclub at Red Rock reopened to the public on Saturday, June 20.

The nightclub got a fairly substantial makeover, including re-finished floors, new lighting, additional VIP seating and a new and improved sound system. Floor-to-ceiling windows have transformed into breezy sliding doors, maximizing the feeling of seamless South beach-esque indoor/outdoor space.

The formerly Rande Gerber-run hot spot has always been a favorite of Vegas locals and the clubbing jetset and now the new elevated VIP area behind the DJ booth puts all of those pretty people on public display.We love the intimate performance space, the edgy beats, and the private outdoor pool area, and we'll be watching closely as upcoming acts are announced in the coming weeks. by globetrotting gourmet - VegasChatter

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Which Nightclub on The Strip Is On Its Way Out?

You can always count on Robin Leach to get the good goss' on what's happening in Sin City. Today he reports a few blind items involving Strip hotels that have us as giddy as the blue-haired biddies in a suburban hair salon. But while the items about a hotel filing for pre-planned bankruptcy and a hotel owner trying to get into a strip club got our attention, this one really roped us in:

There’s a major shock coming in the nightclub world when a Strip hotel owner announces that the lease is up for a headline name owner. The goodbye letter was sent to the club over the weekend. I’ve been told the full story, but won’t name names yet because there’s a second property within the hotel that might be affected, too.

At first, we thought this could be Tao and its sister property Tao Beach but Tao makes way too much money for the Venetian bosses to ever consider giving it up. Or would they? Another possibility to consider would be the Light Group's clubs and restaurants or Pure Management's roster of nightlife venues in town.

Or it could be one of the venues at The Palms or even The Hard Rock. Shoot, it could really be any of the nightclubs on the Strip. If you think you know, then let us know in comments below.

Got some hot gossip of your own that you want to share with VegasChatter? Well, don't be stingy! Send it along. by juliana - VegasChatter

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Broke? You Can Still Afford Bottle Service At O'Shea's

Gambling got the best of you and now you’re on the down and outs? Well, that’s what you get for coming to Vegas. However, if going all in didn’t go your way at all, you can still afford bottle service. This is not a joke. Just…uh…don’t expect anything fancy.

O’Shea’s Casino, sandwiched between the Flamingo and the Imperial Palace, has bottle service without all the bells and whistles – ie: no cushy tables, no two bottle minimums and no scantily-dressed servers pouring your drinks for you. For just $45, choose either a 750 ml bottle of Smirnoff vodka or Jack Daniels and a mixer of your choice.

Called the Brown Bag Special, you’re not paying for all the trimmings and extras that come with the bottle at other fancy schmancy clubs, just the alcohol. So if you have a table at the bar inside O’Shea’s (nothing fancy, just first come first serve, and sometimes they’re used for playing beer pong) and want to take it to the next level or just want to get liquored up, the Brown Bag Special is a great investment.

Just try not to blow your savings on the roulette table after you finish your bottle. It will sound like a good idea then, but we can assure you it's not.

by Stephanie Sims - VegasChatter

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