The Venetian Las Vegas Welcomes Michelle Branch in Concert, 12/15

Grammy award-winning artist Michelle Branch will perform a one-night only concert in The Venetian Showroom as part of the Winter in Venice celebrations on Thursday, Dec. 15 at 8 p.m. In partnership with Sunny 106.5 and benefiting HELP of Southern Nevada, the acoustic concert will feature her hits such as "Everywhere" and "Breathe" as well as holiday favorites.

General admission tickets are available two ways:

-          Bring $20 minimum donated items to a designated Sunny 106.5 drop off location. Visit ksne.com, keyword "Michelle Branch" for a list of Sunny 106.5 drop off locations around town. Additionally, the Sunny 106.5 office will be accepting donations Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. located at 2880 Meade Avenue, Suite 250, Las Vegas. HELP of Southern Nevada is in need of winter items for boys and girls, infant to 18 years old, specifically scarves, gloves, hats, socks and slippers.

-          $20 monetary donation at any Venetian | Palazzo Box Office, online at venetian.com  or by phone at 702.414.9000

-          All tickets are general admission and doors will open at 7 p.m.

All donations and proceeds will go to HELP of Southern Nevada, dedicated to assisting low-income families and individuals become more self-sufficient through programs including social services, weatherization, Nevada 2-1-1 call center and homeless and youth services.

"As we continue to celebrate Winter in Venice, we're excited to welcome singer and songwriter Michelle Branch to perform this special holiday concert in the intimate Venetian Showroom," said John Caparella, president and chief operating officer of The Venetian, The Palazzo and Sands Expo. "An evening of live music followed by skating on the outdoor rink and watching the Nightly Holiday Spectacular is a great way to spend the holidays. The Venetian and The Palazzo are committed to giving back to our local community and we're proud to support HELP of Southern Nevada."

Branch broke onto the charts in 2001 with her multi-platinum debut album, The Spirit Room, producing chart-topping hits including "All You Wanted" and "Goodbye to You" before releasing three more solo albums as well as a country album as one half of the duo The Wreckers.  In 2002, Branch teamed up with Santana to record "The Game of Love" which won a Grammy award for "Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals." She has been recording her latest album "West Coast Time" and released the first single "Loud Music" to positive reviews.

"The holidays are always a special time for my family and me. I'm excited to perform at The Venetian and celebrate Winter in Venice – I can't wait to see all of the lights and decorations!" said Branch.

From now until Jan. 8, 2012, The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas are bringing the first true celebration of the winter season to the Las Vegas Strip with Winter in Venice, featuring 49 days of holiday festivities throughout both resorts. Featuring strolling carolers, candy cane stilt walkers, jugglers, the Nightly Holiday Spectacular show and an awe-inspiring 65-foot LED holiday tree, Winter in Venice is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable holiday experience. For more information on Winter in Venice, please visit venetian.com/winter-in-venice or palazzo.com/winter-in-venice.

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