Smug Mutha
Bette Midler fans can take advantage of an extended special offering that gives them the opportunity to meet the Divine Miss M in person.

Called the “Smug Mutha” package, the VIP deal includes a front row seat to Midler’s The Showgirl Must Go On performance at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, as well as a chance to meet Midler after the show, take a picture with her, receive an autographed show program, a VIP escort into the theater and two drink vouchers.

The package is available for all shows through November 15. The “Smug Mutha” package costs $1,000 per person.

To book the “Smug Mutha” experience, visit www.ticketmaster.com, click to the Bette Midler page, pick the date of your choice, select “SMUG MUTHA VIP PACKAGE,” the number of tickets and then “Find Tickets.”

Sip and Spa
The Rio Spa and Salon is running a “happy hour” on Thursdays from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. with a menu of discounted spa treatments.

The experience begins at the lobby lounge iBar with a complimentary cocktail and proceeds to the spa check-in, where a number of treatments are available including:

    • Mojito—a zesty lime mani/pedi; $80
    • Glass of Vino—a 50-minute, deep-cleansing facial using wine-based product line D’Vine; $85
    • Pina Colada—a soothing Swedish massage with a splash of coconut and pineapple massage oil; $85
    • Dry Martini—a ready-for-the-weekend hair blowout; $55

       The pampering continues with two-for-one drink coupons at iBar and complimentary access at VooDoo lounge. Nevada residents can receive an additional 20 percent discount with valid ID. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 702-777-7779.

Bubbling Over
The Junior League of Las Vegas, Inc., a women’s volunteer organization committed to developing the potential of women and improving the community, is hosting Bubbles, Baubles and Bites on September 26 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Flamingo Pool.

Bubbles, Baubles & Bites is a fun and fashionable party with food and merchandise from local merchants. Attendees come to the event to shop, drink, mix, mingle and have fun.

Bubbles, Baubles & Bites is an important fundraiser for the Junior League of Las Vegas, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. In the past 60 years, the Junior League of Las Vegas has spearheaded and developed programs such as the Ronald McDonald House, Lied Children’s Discovery Museum, HELP of Southern Nevada, D.A.R.E., the Shade Tree Shelter and CAS (Community Alternative Sentencing Program).

Tickets are $65 and include a glass of sparkling wine at entry and complimentary hors d’oeuvres, as well as a ticket to an opportunity drawing for a fabulous bauble valued at more than $400!

To reserve your spot online at www.jllv.org, click on eStore and select Bubbles, Baubles & Bites.

Elevation
Elevated, the new gay night on the Strip, provides guests with a euphoric party atmosphere 480 feet above Las Vegas Boulevard every Tuesday night at the House of Blues Foundation Room. Sponsored by QVegas, the weekly event offers savory libations, rhythmic beats by Las Vegas’ top DJs and a one-of-a-kind view of the Strip from the premier Las Vegas club.

All guests must be 21 or older and dress code is enforced. Doors open at 11 p.m. and admission is $5.

Elevated officially launched August 4.

For additional information, visit www.houseofblues.com/lasvegas or www.QVegas.com.

Old Bones
One of the largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex specimens ever discovered is going on the auction block October 3, and while few will be able to afford what will likely be an upwards of $8 million selling price, from September 18 through October 3, the specimen will be on display at the Venetian.

The 66-million-year-old bones were found in South Dakota about 15 years ago, and the skull is considered one of the most complete in existence.

The skeleton will be exhibited in the space formerly occupied by the Guggenheim Hermitage Museum at the Venetian.