Subject: dlvorg Shops, shipping, security, shows, stuff ...
From: Annie (annie)
Date: Sun Dec 16 2001 - 00:05:52 CST
In this mailing:
Hotels, travel, security, etc.
Karaoke
Boats, planes, things
Copycats
Security, golf, etc.
Dress suggestions
Hidden Woman and misc.
Keys and posters
Hotels, posters, etc.
Summary Schedule of Activities
Tentative DLV 2001 schedule
Administrivia
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Hotels, travel, security, etc.:
Mindy writes:
>Ok some new stuff.. the security issue is pretty much gonna go away if
>there are no major incidents over the holidays.. i get this from
>several of the people i know in casino security at diff hotels..
>management is getting tired of complaints for customers..
Yes, I do see the point there.
>I will make sure to get with Leah an do some running around regarding
>some of the things mentioned in the last mailing.. plenty of time left
>still.
>On the new info stuff. I work part time for a "destination company"
>(formerly know as junket reps). I work parties and stuff for them as
>Mindy (girl has to pay for the wardrobe some how *LOL*). Bob (the
>owner) has offered to help with travel, hotels, local transportation,
>tickets for shows ect.
>In most cases he will be able to arrange discounts that are not
>availble to us (he is part of that casino host underground network).
>He officialy is the reisident casino host at the boardwalk so of course
>he would like to see if anybody is interested in special rates there
>but he can also work with other hosts at other hotels to arrange
>discounts.
Well, last week I suggested making the Sahara and the IP our "suggested"
DLV 2002 hotels, but I don't think that's a closed topic. If you would
like to make the Boardwalk a third one, let's discuss it here.
Personally, I have no objections to adding a third one, especially if
there is some aggressive pricing involved. Comments, gang?
>He is fully aware of what diva is (in fact he has heard of us) and
>anything he arranges for us he will make sure that the location will
>be aware of us also.
>As far as travel to and from las vegas he has some special arrangements
>that package air and hotel that the normal travel agents can's access.
>Not sure if he can beat them from all cities but no cost to give him a
>shot..
Ok, can you give us some examples of real-world air and/or air-hotel
rates. None of this "as low as" stuff, but some example of real,
bookable fares. For many of our people, the bottom line is the bottom
line. If he can beat Travelocity/Orbitz for real, bookable fares, I'm
sure he can get some of the DLV peoples' business.
>One of his suggestions was for a trip to mt charlston (no sking april
>or may) with a lunch and a tour of some of the sights. then a stop at
>one of the casinos on the way back for a Video poker or Slot tourn for
>our people only. (bob will allways try to tie in gaming some how *LOL)
Ok, we have a side trip on the slate for Sunday afternoon. Can you get a
proposal together for something like that?
>Any of you in charge of any activities that still need firming up,
>shows, transportation, tours ect might want to get in touch with him.
>He will not put you under any obligation for pricing stuff out for you
>and if you use him his staff will do all your work for you.
Well, as of this day, hour, minute, and second, nobody has stepped
forward to coordinate the Really Big Shew thing for Saturday evening.
Can you ask him for suggestions, and of course, how much?
>As far as trusting him, he has been in biz for around 6 years with the
>same biz name and has always treated me fair when i work for him..
>you can contact him in all the usual ways.
[contact info bobbitted, write me or Mindy if you want it.]
...
>Also i can act as a go between if you wish.
Yes, it would probably be best if you could interface with him, if you
don't mind. Thanks.
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Karaoke:
Tina writes:
>>Does anyone know where the karaoke is and what time for sure? I would
[cut-paste]
>I think it's Wednesday at Goodtimes. Tina will know for sure. I'm kinda
[bobbitt]
>You are correct. Wednesday is karaoke night at Goodtimes. Of course,
>such things do move around over time. As I did the last 2 years, I'll
>conduct a quick phone survey about 2 weeks before DLV 2002 to get
>updated karaoke nights and times at T-friendly clubs and send in the
>results to the newsletter.
Ok, thanks. We'll keep it on the slate for later Wednesday and move it
if your report indicates it's necessary.
>I love karaoke, and went to karaoke at Goodtimes last year (as did a
>few other girls) when our Wednesday night thing at LV Lounge broke up
>early. I was also impressed with how well some of the girls like Cat
>sang with the pianist/singer (Michael) at Keys last year. Personally,
>I have trouble singing without the karaoke words on the screen, but
>maybe that's just a blonde thing. :-)
>There are other good places for Karaoke, like Flex on Monday nights.
Might be an option for those in early.
>Also, Freezone is supposed to have karaoke on Sunday and Monday, but I
>can't personally confirm this. (Not sure if I have forgiven them for
>2000 yet.)
They tell me (the ubiquitous "they") that Freezone no longer has a
terminal case of anal-cranial inversion regarding restrooms. I dunno
if they still charge for (tap) water.
>Anyway, karaoke is always fun, but I personally plan to always try the
>main DLV activity first and fall back on karaoke only when necessary.
>$3 BJ and Blonde Day:
>>>Boardwalk Casino: Does the $3 bj mean "blackjack"? (Just getting in
>>>practice for Blonde Day).
>>Uh, I think that's the only "BJ" you can get there, at least the only
>>you can get for $3. :) :)
>$3 for a BJ? Oh goody, I just increased my income by 50%!! (Just
>kidding, Mama.)
>Can't wait to see Cat as a blonde. :-)
Uh, you already have. :)
>Now for a real controversy: is it spelled blond or blonde?
That part I can probably answer, having had two semesters of French back
in 19{mumble}. Difference, in French, would be gender, the "e" version
being feminine. Romance languages (French, Spanish, ObTrivia: name them)
tend to be far more gender-specific than do Germanic languages (English,
German, Obtrivia: name them).
As far as contemporary usage, I'm sure every American dictionary will list
"blond" as preferred, but I think "blonde" is more commonly written, here
in the States, that is. (We seldom see such variants as "employe" and
"cigaret" anymore.)
If you want, and you're into S&M, specifically the M part, you can pose
the question in alt.usage.english and see how long and diverse the
thread will grow. :)
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Boats, planes, things:
>I know that this probably isn't the time of year that anyone is going
>to boo-hoo this, but we probably won't have a boat to bring. I can't
>do mechanical work anymore because of my back injury, so unless we take
>the broken one that we have to a push, pull or "drag" deal and get a
>new one, we'll be out of luck
It was a good idea anyway, but if it ain't gonna work, it ain't ...
>We will probably bring the airplane, though, and I think that Gina may
>be bringing hers, so we could do air tours again.
Yes, Gina has noted on her registration that she will be bringing the
plane and will do air tours if there is a demand.
Gina, Densie, when on the schedule would be good for this?
>Skydiving is still a possibility, too, if anyone wants to do it.
We can call for a show of hands on this when the main list gets started
up in January. Personally, I don't have a clue as to how many will
actually be interested.
>>I'm proposing again that we name the Sahara and the Imperial Palace as
>>our "suggested" hotels
>I second the motion. We were satisfied with the Sahara last time. I
>just hope they still have that secret door that gets you to the buffet
>without having to hike past the casino and the race car thing.
Uh, what secret door?
>>>on the security issue.. i am sure that leah and some of the other local
>>>gals can make some trips to the casinos just to see what the attitude
>I would like to find out who is doing searches. Sometimes I carry
>things that I don't want found.
Uh, like what, your cell phone? <vbfg>
Seriously, as has been mentioned, plan on things lightening up more as
far as draconian security measures. I haven't heard of any casino doing
such things as purse inspections, but I ran into that at the Museum of
Science and Industry (post-attack) and at RHPS in Oakland (pre-attack).
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Copycats:
LOL ... They say imitation is the most sincere form of flattery. Take a look
at the url:
http://www.geocities.com/femmegetaway/info.html
Then compare this to the verbiage on the page:
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2002/expect/
Start at the second paragraph, after the "Attending Diva Las Vegas" heading.
Thanks to Cat for the pointer to this one. :)
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Security, golf, etc.:
Michelle writes:
>Security and Identification
>===========================
>I raised the issue about identification after visiting Las Vegas for
>COMDEX. The identification (photo ID) was the bit that p**sed me off
>because it meant that I couldn't go to COMDEX in Girl mode without some
>hassle, especially getting the badge and other stuff you need.
>The security has always been in Las Vegas to one extent or another. I
>guess in hindsight and reading the comments from various people I
>suspect it is being made a bigger issue than it needs to be. In any
>case a lot of the urgency and focus of it will have gone by May 2002.
>So having experience the worst of it compared to what will probably be
>there in may 2002 I think its going to be a NON ISSUE!
I tend to agree. It will be interesting to see what changes, if any,
will happen for N+I, assuming I get to go to that again this year.
>Golf
>====
>I think I said I'd bring a few bottles of good NZ wine to offer up as
>prizes.
>An up market golf course would suit me fine. Some of the resort course
>and meddle upper tier course look real nice. I played at the Stallion
>(?) course (or one of them) 2-3 years ago. It was expensive but really
>just an OK course. Anyway I'll be in to play just about Anywhere,
>Anytime, Any dress, Any number of times!etc, etc, etc
>Pyjama Party
>============
>Sounds like a kewl idea with plenty of opportunity for a fun night
>out!!!
>Holidays etc
>============
>Well being that time of year and all, I would like to wish everybody a
>Merry Xmas, Happy New Year and what ever else is appropriate for your
>beliefs.
>I do hope it is a quiet and peaceful Christmas throughout the world,
>with the possible exception of the area around a few caves in
>Afghanistan!
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Dress suggestions:
This past week I retrieved and dusted off the various files that make up
what Michelle calls the "War And Peace Edition" of the DLV mailing list,
meaning those that are sent out right before the big event.
As we discussed in the followup to DLV 2001, I want to include a section
which specifically addresses style of dress, and gives examples of what
is, and what is not, appropriate for various activities.
Yes, I know what you're thinking. :)
If I write this myself, without any input from others, it's probably
gonna have quite a slant toward the "P-Town Annie" style of dress. :) :)
What I would like to do is get input from any and all of you who want to
say something along this line, create a compendium of thoughts and
suggestions, and use this as the item to be included in the final
mailing.
Sooooo ... If anybody has anything to say to the audience regarding this,
whether it's a sentence or a few pages, please send it it. Hopefully we
will be able to have a well-written document on this for the group.
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Hidden Woman and misc.:
Leah writes:
>Got your note about the posters and I will look for them soon in the
>mail.
>I went over to The Hidden Woman <correction.....I had previously
>referred to it as A Hidden Woman> and met with the owner, Leona
>tonight. Just an absolutely delightful woman <GG> and I know the girls
>will enjoy her. We had such a nice talk we wound up going for coffee
>when the shop closed.
>She is all for anything we would like to do of course but specifically
>she would be more than happy to receive shipments of the girls clothing
>and hold it for them until their arrival. You will recall I mentioned
>this previously but asked you not to put it out on the list until I had
>a chance to talk with her. Hopefully this may ease the tension for
>some of the girls who may be wary of going thru airport checkpoints
>with all their clothes.......of course reverse shipping will be
>available as well if needed.
I see this as a potentially valuable service, which could actually
increase our turnout. I know many people are scared sh*tless of having
their luggage inspected. (IMAO, the inspectors have seen it all before,
this being nothing compared to some of the stuff they see.)
What we can do is mention it in the earlier mailings, and send out a
note with address and specifics a few weeks before DLV.
As for return shipment, when I go to a trade show, I will often box up
that ton or so of literature and send it to my work, and LV has gobs of
those pack and ship places which will gladly handle it. Last year I
remember dropping off a box for one of the others at MBE after I took
her to the airport.
Most hotels will receive shipments for guests. I know both Sahara and
Riviera have a Business Service Center that will hold items. There is
a nominal charge for this at most places, though.
>Also, if anyone would like their wigs done ahead of time that could be
>arranged also by just providing a picture or ample description of how
>they want it styled and allowing her to open their shipment. She of
>course will not take any liablility for late shipments, damage, etc.
>Also, she will provide this as a free service but I would hope the
>girls who avail themselves of it would at least pick up a little
>something to show their thanks.
>Here is the address:
>The Hidden Woman
>610 East Sahara #7
>Las Vegas, Nevada 89104
>tel. 702-369-2065
>The location is good too.....If you put a rock in your bra and used it
>as a slingshot you could probably break a window at Glamour Boutique.
><s>
I hope those two businesses get along. That's close enough to be in each
others' face. Time will tell. Having two shops gives the consumer (that's
us, gang) the advantage of options and tends to keep prices in line.
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Keys and posters:
Leah writes:
>Glad to hear that Keys will re-open in January.........phew!
That's what they say. I'm hoping it's true. Unfortunately I've seen many
businesses close for "remodeling" never to open again. Time will tell.
Keys' history is good, however, so let's think positive. :)
However, if you do get a chance to talk to Troy, it might not be a bad
idea to get the straight story.
>About the posters......I will be happy to distribute them around town,
>to all the friendly businesses listed on your site too if you want. I
>guess I can have them reproduced here somewhere if need be.....I don't
>have a good printing option on webtv.....comes out kinda foggy.
Ok, thanks. I'll get you some clean originals.
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Hotels, posters, etc.:
Monique writes:
>>I'm proposing again that we name the Sahara and the Imperial Palace as
>>our "suggested" hotels, and as always, we mention to our people that
>I agree :)
That's what people seem to agree on, however, we have a possibility of
a third one, which we should discuss. (see above)
(for Friday dinner)
>>>Maybe a small appetizer party beforehand with cash bar? I would like
>>>your thoughts on the appetizer party........personally I think it's a
>>>fun idea for the girls to be able to mingle and chat a little rather
>>>than just running in and looking for a seat.
>>Yes, I tend to agree. I say go for it. Comments?
>I also agree :)
>Posters and flyers:
>>There have been a few people who have volunteered to display posters for
>>DLV 2002.
[bad url bobbitted]
>>If anybody knows of any place that is appropriate to display these, I'll
>>get them to you. I'm making them in two sizes, one approximately 8x10"
[snip]
>I would like to add this to my website as well as an electronic version
>that I can forward to the Southern Belle Society and the Tennessee
>Vals. Would that be possible?
I see a number of options for you. First, for your web page, you can 'jack
or frame the original page at (correct this time):
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2002/dlvposter.html
... but see below for what might be more effective ...
A binary image of the page/poster appears at:
http://www.geekbabe.com/annie/dlvpost1.gif
It's a honker for a web graphic, but it can be used for a color printout.
Makes a small poster at current size, or a flyer/handout if reduced. It
could also be sent to anybody who wants to distribute it in hardcopy
form.
However, what I would suggest for a personal web page is to remote-load
or 'jack either http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2002/dlv2002a.gif (large)
or http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2002.gif (small) and draw a link to
the main DLV 2002 page at http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2002/ using
one of those images on your local page.
For e-mail, I would suggest simply providing a link to the DLV 2002
web page.
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Summary Schedule of Activities:
Date Day Time Activity
========== ========= =========
Apr 30 Tue Morning
Afternoon Milano's Welcome Dinner
Evening Pre-DLV get-together
May 01 Wed All day Blond Hair Day
Morning
Afternoon
Evening Keys Buffet Dinner and Welcome celebration
After Karaoke, Goodtimes
Later Slumber Party
May 02 Thu Morning
Afternoon Glamour Boutique Open House
Evening Female Impersonator Show (La Cage)
After Limo tour
May 03 Fri Morning Golf
Afternoon Carluccio's Dinner (5:00pm)
Evening Goodtimes Annual Mixer
Late Night Dance Night
May 04 Sat Morning
Afternoon Mall Crawl
Evening Las Vegas "Legacy" show
Midnight Rocky Horror Picture Show
May 05 Sun Morning
Afternoon Side trip (Mt Charleston?)
Evening Buffet dinner, Palace Station
Farewell Get-together
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Tentative DLV 2001 schedule:
as of Sun Dec 2 17:17:27 CST 2001
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Tuesday, April 30:
Activity Name : Welcome dinner
Possible "Timezone Options" : Tu, 5:00pm
Location or Venue : Milano's
Expected Dress : Casual (moderately dressy ok)
Expected Cost (If any) : $5 - $15 per person
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca 30
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments : Casual Italian, American, Greek, Mexican
...
Activity Name : Pre-DLV get-together
Possible "Timezone Options" : Tu, 7:30pm
Location or Venue : T-friendly lounge TBA
Expected Dress : Casual to dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : One one's own for drinks and munchies
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca 50
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments :
...
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Wednesday, May 1:
Activity Name : Buffet dinner and Welcome Celebration
Possible "Timezone Options" : We, Ev
Location or Venue : Keys
Expected Dress : Casual to dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : $5 - $12 per person plus drinks
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca 60
Organiser Required and who : Yes
Comments : Light entertainment to follow.
...
Activity Name : Karaoke
Possible "Timezone Options" : We, later
Location or Venue : Goodtimes
Expected Dress : Casual to dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : Foon and munchies on one's own.
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca. 70
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments : After Keys
...
Activity Name : Slumber Party
Possible "Timezone Options" : We, Late
Location or Venue : Residence Inn
Expected Dress : Whatever
Expected Cost (If any) : TBD
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca 30
Organiser Required and who : Yes, LeeAnna
Comments :
...
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Thursday, May 2:
Activity Name : Glamour Boutique Open House
Possible "Timezone Options" : Th, Aft
Location or Venue : Glamour Boutique, 714 E Sahara
Expected Dress : Casual to dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : On one's own for purchases
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca. 50
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments :
...
Activity Name : FI Show
Possible "Timezone Options" : Th, Ev
Location or Venue : TBD
Expected Dress : Nice casual to very dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : TBD
Maximum Numbers (If any) : Ca 100
Organiser Required and who : Probably
Comments : Frank Marino or Kenny Kerr
...
Activity Name : Limo Tour
Possible "Timezone Options" : Th, after show
Location or Venue : Las Vegas Strip
Expected Dress : Nice :)
Expected Cost (If any) : $15 pp
Maximum Numbers (If any) : 7, 14, 21 ...
Organiser Required and who : Yes, Aiko
Comments : Delmar, etc.
...
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Friday, May 3:
Activity Name : Golf
Possible "Timezone Options" : Fr, 10:00am
Location or Venue : Golf course {duh}
Expected Dress : Casual or athletic, boymode or girlmode
Expected Cost (If any) : TBD
Maximum Numbers (If any) : 4 8 12 16 20 24 ...
Organiser Required and who : Yes, Mindy
Comments : Details TBA
...
Activity Name : Dinner
Possible "Timezone Options" : Fr, 5:00pm
Location or Venue : Carluccio's
Expected Dress : Nice casual to dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : On one's own for dinner and drinks
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca 50
Organiser Required and who : Yes, Leah
Comments :
...
Activity Name : Annual Mixer
Possible "Timezone Options" : Fr, 7:30pm
Location or Venue : Goodtimes
Expected Dress : Casual to modrerately dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : On one's own for drinks and munchies
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca. 100
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments : Possible need to change venue
...
Activity Name : Dance Night
Possible "Timezone Options" : Fr, 11:30pm
Location or Venue : Gipsy, et. al.
Expected Dress : Whatever
Expected Cost (If any) : Cover and drinks
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca 100
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments :
...
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Saturday, May 4:
Activity Name : Mall Crawl
Possible "Timezone Options" : Sa, 12:00n
Location or Venue : Various
Expected Dress : Casual, boymode or girlmode
Expected Cost (If any) : On one's own for what is purchased
Maximum Numbers (If any) : None
Organiser Required and who : Yes, Annie
Comments : Belz, Boulevard, possibly Primm
...
Activity Name : Las Vegas show
Possible "Timezone Options" : Sa, Ev
Location or Venue : TBD
Expected Dress : Nice casual to dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : TBD
Maximum Numbers (If any) :
Organiser Required and who : Yes
Comments : Legacy LV show or newer artsy show
...
Activity Name : Rocky Horror Picture Show
Possible "Timezone Options" : Sa, 12:00m
Location or Venue : Paradise 6 Cinema
Expected Dress : Anything goes (really)
Expected Cost (If any) : $4.50 per person
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca 150
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments : HAS to be better than last year.
...
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Sunday, May 5:
Activity Name : Side trip
Possible "Timezone Options" : Su, PM
Location or Venue : TBD
Expected Dress : Casual, boymode or girlmode
Expected Cost (If any) : Possible donation for park fee
Maximum Numbers (If any) : Capacity of vehicles
Organiser Required and who : Yes, Annie
Comments : Red Rock, Valley of Fire, etc.
...
Activity Name : Buffet Dinner
Possible "Timezone Options" : Su, 5:30pm
Location or Venue : Palace Station
Expected Dress : Casual recommended
Expected Cost (If any) : $7.95 per person
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca. 50
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments : Meet at top of escalator, 5:30pm
...
Activity Name : Farewell Get-together
Possible "Timezone Options" : Su Ev
Location or Venue : TBA
Expected Dress : Casual to dressy
Expected Cost (If any) : On ones own for drinks and whatever
Maximum Numbers (If any) : ca 120
Organiser Required and who : No
Comments :
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