Midnight release parties for ‘Breaking Dawn’

   The waiting is almost over as bookstores and Stephenie Meyer fans across the country prepare for the release of “Breaking Dawn,” the final book in the author’s best-selling Twilight series.
  The series, which follows the romance between Bella and her vampire beau Edward, features good vampires, bad vampires, werewolves, family drama and plenty of teen angst. The books have been popular with all ages, so expect to see plenty of adults standing in line to pick up this guaranteed best-seller.
  Bookstores across Las Vegas will be staying open late for a midnight release of the book, which officially goes on sale Saturday, Aug. 2.
  The Barnes & Noble at 8915 W. Charleston Blvd. is hosting a “Midnight Masquerade” for the release. The party will start at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1, with “Breaking Dawn” going on sale at the stroke of midnight.
  Fans are encouraged to come in costume for a night of book discussions, trivia contests, crafts and other activities. (Tickets for line placement will be handed out beginning at 9 a.m. Friday. The tickets are free and are used only to secure a spot in line.) For more information, call 242-1987.
  Other stores having midnight parties Friday night for the official Saturday release:
  Barnes & Noble, 2191 N. Rainbow Blvd., 631-1775
  Barnes & Noble, 3860 S. Maryland Parkway, 734-2900
  Barnes & Noble, 567 N. Stephanie St., Henderson, 434-1533
  Borders, 2190 N. Rainbow Blvd., 638-7866
  Borders, 2323 S. Decatur Blvd., 258-0999
  Borders, 10950 W. Charleston Blvd., 382-6101
  Borders, 1445 W. Sunset Road, Henderson, 433-6222
  So dig out those vampire teeth and call your nearest seller to find out what they are planning. If you know of any more events, please add them in the comments section.