District Tavern Group hosts ultimate Super Bowl party Feb. 5

Al’s Garage will host a Super Bowl party with 98.5 KLUC on Sunday, Feb. 5, starting at noon.

The party will include cash, concert ticket and drink giveaways, as well as deeply discounted food and drink specials. Specials will include $9.85 beer buckets (while 98.5 is there), $3 draft Miller Lights, $3 cans of Miller Light, $5 well drinks and $20 all-you-can eat specials. Festivities will also feature various games, including beer pong.

Al’s Garage is located in The District at 2235 Village Walk Dr., #147, Henderson, NV 89052.

Al’s Garage to host ‘Drive-In Movie Night’ every Saturday at midnight

Attendees can ‘drive in’ to Al’s Garage to watch hilarious movies, enjoy treats

HENDERSON, Nev. – Those looking for a fun way to spend a Saturday night can “drive in” to Al’s Garage every Saturday night at midnight this summer (June 25 through Sept. 24) to enjoy funny movies and movie-appropriate treats.

Fresh free popcorn will be served during the movie, and boxed movie candy and movie-themed food and drink specials (shots that taste like movie candy, movie-style nachos and movie-style hot dogs, all for $4 each) will be sold.

Movies will include “Old School” (July 9); “Caddyshack” (July 16); “The Other Guys” (July 23); “Animal House” (July 30); “The 40-Year-Old Virgin” (Aug. 6); “Airplane” (Aug. 13); “The Hangover” (Aug. 20); “The Jerk” (Aug. 27); “There’s Something About Mary” (Sept. 3); “Beverly Hills Cop” (Sept. 10); “Superbad” (Sept. 17); and “Tommy Boy” (Sept. 24).  

Owned by District Tavern Group, Al’s Garage is located in the District at Green Valley Ranch, 2240 Village Walk Dr., just off Green Valley Parkway and I-215.

In 2005, Las Vegas native Pete Kaufman, while still working at the Bellagio as a senior executive of casino marketing, opened Balboa Pizza with childhood friends Frank Toti, Jr. and Jeff and Jonathan Fine. The quartet built on their initial investment with Al’s Garage and eventually established District Tavern Group to serve as the restaurants’ umbrella organization. In 2010 District Tavern Group opened Presidio. District Tavern Group’s three locations within The District all offer 24-hour food, fun, drinks and fair gaming and cater to local players and industry workers.

For additional information on District Tavern Group, call 702-586-4089.

June 30 Wine All You Want event to benefit library foundation

$15 per person to be donated to Henderson Libraries Foundation; money to go toward purchasing materials for collections at all Henderson libraries

HENDERSON, Nev.  – Local restaurant group District Tavern Group will host a special Wine All You Want tasting event at its newest restaurant, Presidio, Thursday, June 30, to benefit the Henderson Libraries Foundation.

The Foundation has made it its mission to raise $1 million by April 2012. The money raised through its $1 for a Million campaign will go directly to fund the purchasing of materials for the collections at all six Henderson Library branches.

“In a down economy, library use naturally goes up,” said Tom Fay, executive director for Henderson Libraries. “Unfortunately, in a down economy, library funding significantly decreases, since it is so dependent upon sales and property taxes. We are grateful to the District Tavern Group for hosting this event to help us reach our goal of $1 million raised by April 2012.”

The Wine All You Want event, which costs $30 per person, will take place from 6-8 p.m. For $30, patrons will enjoy four wines from around the world. Presidio will donate $15 from every entry fee to the Foundation. Attendees who decide to stay for dinner will receive 15 percent off their food order.

“It’s the community’s support that keeps our restaurants successful,” said Pete Kaufman, president and partner of District Tavern Group. “Henderson Libraries does much for the community, so we felt it was our duty to support them and their efforts to raise extra funds.”

Presidio is a part of The District at Green Valley Ranch, which is located at 2235 Village Walk Drive near Green Valley Parkway and the 215 Beltway.

The $1 for a Million campaign encourages library users to donate at least a dollar to the foundation every time they visit the library. Statistics show 60 percent of users visit the library at least twice per week. In addition to giving at any of the library locations, patrons can give online and via text.

ABOUT DISTRICT TAVERN GROUP
In 2005, Las Vegas native Kaufman, while still working at the Bellagio as a senior executive of casino marketing, opened Balboa Pizza with childhood friends Frank Toti, Jr. and Jeff and Jonathan Fine. The quartet built on their initial investment with Al’s Garage and eventually established District Tavern Group to serve as the restaurants’ umbrella organization. In 2010 District Tavern Group opened Presidio. District Tavern Group’s three locations within The District all offer 24-hour food, fun, drinks and fair gaming and cater to local players and industry workers.

Those interested in District Tavern Group can call 702-586-4089. For additional information on Presidio, or Wine All You Want, call 702-320-8100.

ABOUT HENDERSON LIBRARIES FOUNDATION
The Henderson Libraries Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization funded by donations of gifts, grants and bequests, helps Henderson Libraries in its mission to create a literate community by providing financial support over and above the annual operating fund. Henderson Libraries relies on the support of the Foundation to continue to provide funds for the following areas: library collections; outreach services; innovative technology; capital projects; and scholarships.

The Henderson Libraries Foundation has been financially and publicly supporting the programs and collections of Henderson Libraries through charitable and educational activities since 1999.

For additional information about the Henderson Libraries Foundation, visit www.hendersonlibrariesfoundation.org or call 702-492-6581.

ABOUT HENDERSON LIBRARIES
Established in 1943 as a single library in Downtown Henderson, Henderson Libraries operates six locations throughout Henderson. Henderson Libraries cooperates with other public libraries in Southern Nevada, the Nevada System of Higher Education, the Clark County School District and all other libraries around the state to provide quality service for Nevada’s residents.

For additional information on this event or Henderson Libraries and its many services and resources, visit www.mypubliclibrary.com or call 702-492-6581.

District Tavern Group offers something for all on Valentine’s Day

Celebrate love at Presidio; love stinks at Al’s Garage

HENDERSON, Nev. – The District Tavern Group understands that not everyone wants to celebrate Valentine’s Day celebrating love. That’s why the group has dedicated its newest restaurant, Presidio, to serving Valentine’s Day’s happiest couples with its “Celebrate Love” theme, while Al’s Garage’s theme for the day is “Love Stinks.”

Presidio’s “Celebrate Love” Valentine’s Day special will include a three-course meal and a glass of champagne for $39 per person (not including tax and gratuity). Reservations are required and can be made by calling 702-320-8100.

Those who prefer the “Love Stinks” atmosphere can enjoy a shot and a beer for $8 as well as $2 Jell-O shots at Al’s Garage.

Specials at both locations will last from noon to midnight on Valentine’s Day.

In 2005, Las Vegas native Pete Kaufman, while still working at the Bellagio as a senior executive of casino marketing, opened Balboa Pizza with childhood friends Frank Toti, Jr. and Jeff and Jonathan Fine. The quartet built on their initial investment with Al’s Garage and eventually established District Tavern Group to serve as the restaurants’ umbrella organization. In 2010 District Tavern Group opened Presidio. District Tavern Group’s three locations within The District all offer 24-hour food, fun, drinks and fair gaming and cater to local players and industry workers.

For additional information on District Tavern Group, call 702-586-4089.

District Tavern Group rings in New Year with two ways to party

Presidio, Al’s Garage, Balboa Pizza host festivities Dec. 31

HENDERSON, Nev. – When the end of the year hits and the New Year’s Eve party planning begins, many locals look off the Strip for end-of-the-year fun. At The District at Green Valley Ranch, the District Tavern Group is hosting a locals’ party in three locations: the newly opened Presidio, Al’s Garage and Balboa Pizza.

There are two ticket prices to allow for fun and different New Year’s Eve experiences. At Presidio, the newest member to the District Tavern Group family, a $75 ticket includes entrances to Presidio, Al’s Garage and Balboa Pizza, unlimited appetizers, open bar with draft beer, select wine and well drinks; live music, a champagne toast at midnight and party favors from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Bottle service also is available.

For $50, partygoers will receive entrance to Al’s Garage and Balboa Pizza only, open bar with draft beer, select wine and well drinks; a champagne toast and party favors from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m.

Reservations are recommended for both parties, but walk-ins will be welcomed on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reservations for Presidio can be made by calling 702-320-8100. Reservations for Al’s Garage and Balboa Pizza can be made by calling 702-320-5870 or 702-407-5870.

In 2005, Las Vegas native Pete Kaufman, while still working at the Bellagio as a senior executive of casino marketing, opened Balboa Pizza with childhood friends Frank Toti, Jr. and Jeff and Jonathan Fine. The quartet built on their initial investment with Al’s Garage and eventually established District Tavern Group to serve as the restaurants’ umbrella organization. In 2010 District Tavern Group opened Presidio. District Tavern Group’s three locations within The District all offer 24-hour food, fun, drinks and fair gaming and cater to local players and industry workers.

For additional information on District Tavern Group, call 702-586-4089.

District Tavern Group offers 24-hour hotspot at The District for locals

District Tavern Group presents Presidio in public grand opening Dec. 4;

Kaufman’s background in gaming allows DTG to understand needs of local players

HENDERSON, Nev. – Every city needs a hotspot, and District Tavern Group partner Pete Kaufman is well on his way to making The District Henderson’s place for fun, friends, fair gaming, good food and drinks.

District Tavern Group’s restaurants – Al’s Garage, Balboa Pizza and the newest member, Presidio – are all located in The District and provide that convenient, 24-hour atmosphere Henderson residents desire to catch the game or a late night snack or sip on a cocktail as the sun goes down – or when it’s coming up.

“The District is a great hotspot for locals during ‘business hours,’ but, until recently, it didn’t offer that nightlife people are looking for,” Kaufman said. “People in Henderson want a night and evening hotspot close to home, and we’re giving them that.”

Kaufman’s gaming background has allowed the District Tavern Group to truly understand the value of local players, and Kaufman makes it a top priority for the company’s three restaurants to all offer a fair game and friendly comp guidelines.

Presidio (formerly Kennedy’s) is the newest edition to District Tavern Group and is set for its public grand opening at 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 4. The event will include live music, complimentary appetizers, happy hour food and drink specials and two-for-one Orange O signature cocktails.

Located next door to Al’s Garage, Presidio has been enjoying its soft opening in recent weeks but is ready to bring the breeziness of San Francisco to the desert with a mix of light and hearty California fare, signature Orange O cocktails and an atmosphere suitable for a quiet dinner on the patio or watching the game with friends. Presidio offers an outdoor patio with fire pits, daily happy hour specials, game-day events, after-hours convenience and customer service with a slant towards California-style casual gourmet dining.

Kaufman saw the opening of Presidio as an opportunity to invest in the place he calls home.

“We understand that this is a down economy and there are many struggles in our industry. We are not immune to any of these issues; however we are locals who want to invest in our neighborhoods,” Kaufman said. “We want to give an opportunity to the local workforce as well as provide an affordable place to enjoy friends and family. We look at the opening of Presidio as a long-term addition to the economy and marketplace.”

In 2005, Las Vegas native Pete Kaufman, while still working at the Bellagio as a senior executive of casino marketing, opened Balboa Pizza with childhood friends Frank Toti, Jr. and Jeff and Jonathan Fine. The quartet built on their initial investment with Al’s Garage and eventually established District Tavern Group to serve as the restaurants’ umbrella organization. In 2010 District Tavern Group opened Presidio. District Tavern Group’s three locations within The District all offer 24-hour food, fun, drinks and fair gaming and cater to local players and industry workers.

For additional information on District Tavern Group, call 702-586-4089.