From: Diva Las Vegas organizers (dlvorg@geekbabe.com)
Date: Sun Mar 13 2011 - 09:45:19 CDT
In this mailing:
Org List
The next two weeks
JoAnn's Thoughts
Volunteer and Prospective Volunteer Social
Artisan transportation thoughts
Name tags and check-in
Volunteer needed
Activity sign-up issues
Mindy checks in
Gold Coast
Artisan hotel rates
Yes this is a pain
Working schedule
Administrivia
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The next two weeks:
Our schedule is full and solid, and most activity details are
solid.
We're not by any means done with the planning and implementation
of this year's event.
Over the next two weeks our focus needs to be on dotting I's
and crossing T's, filling in details, and getting volunteers
to take on a few non-activity items. (See below.)
We'll be sending out the ORG mailings as needed between now
and DLV, and please keep an eye on the inboxes in case we
have something time-sensitive come up.
Sorry for the length of this mailing. Yes, we're catching up
on several items which were placed temporarily on the back
burner while we worked through our WC issues.
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Note to all: If you have not yet signed up for your activities
(there are several volunteers who have not yet!) please do so
ASAP. This looks like a definite YA SNOOZE, YA LOSE year!
Activity sign-up is ongoing. As of Sunday morning, 90 sign-ups
are in and 89 are outstanding or yet to be sent. The first batch
of nag-o-grams went out today and these will continue frequently
over the next two weeks.
My guess is that over half of the sign-ups that will come in are
in. If history repeats, 30-some, mostly "cold" newcomers, will be
cancelled for failure to show any sign of life at this stage of
the game.
As of this time, the following activities are in a waiting
list state:
Sunday Mon Ami Gabi Dinner
Monday MAC Makeovers
Wednesday Bare Escentuals Makeovers
Thursday Limo Tour
Friday Macy's Makeovers session 2
English High Tea
Both other Macy's Makeover sessions are approaching full.
The activity which has the most sign-ups is the Welcome Dinner
with 82, followed by Bahama Breeze with 74. It appears that
close to 95% of the returnees who will be in town on Monday
are signing up for the dinner portion of the WC. I have not
seen this level of sign-up throughout DLV's history.
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JoAnn's Thoughts:
What can I say but "WOW" for the Opening Event at Artisan. There were a
lot of people who were really "paying attention" to the needs,
negotiating a replacement location, getting communications out, voting
so to give guidance on the decision, and then concluding the deal for
us. Yes, I'm impressed.
I am equally impressed by all of the other many of you stepping up for
the other activities which have "come into alignment" for the Diva
Week.
This is going t be another great "Diva Gathering".
You all can say, "we have done it." Just keep in contact as we
close-off the details for the final mailing.
Give ourselves a "round of thumbs up" !
JoAnn
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Volunteer and Prospective Volunteer Social:
Since Marisa first brought this up, she will have "first
refusal rights" to sponsor it. However, Joann and I have
been discussing this off line, and if Marisa does not want
to do this, one or both of us will take it on.
Our idea is to have a strictly social function, recognition
of current volunteers, recruiting new volunteers, and inspiring
creative thought among both current and new volunteers.
A mixer, optional luncheon, Quality Social Time focused on
creative ideas, brainstorming, and out-of-the-box thinking.
No hardcore planning, and no binding decisions. Just a lot
of creative thought and ideas.
We're thinking that Thursday 1:00pm-ish will work best for
this, most likely at the Artisan.
We want to emphasize that this will be open to all,
prospective and former volunteers as well as current
volunteers.
Marisa? Do you want to hostess this, or do you want JoAnn
and me to do it?
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Artisan transportation thoughts:
All, please keep thoughts and ideas for Artisan transportation
and parking coming in.
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Courtney writes:
As far as parking for the WC on Monday, what about car pooling
from the IP, Those who need rides, and those have rides could
meet at a spot in the hotel and go from there. Or group cab
riding from the same place.
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Annie writes:
I agree with Courtney that shared rides, whether in private
vehicles and/or shared taxi rides, is part of the solution.
This alleviates the anxiety some have concerning the valet
parking, plus it eases the load at the Artisan on the number
of occupied parking spaces.
Do we want to go as far as announcing a "Carpool and shared
ride assembly" at the Imperial Palace (might as well make it
Betty's) at something like 5:30pm?
Like it or not, we will have some who will want to or will
need to take their own vehicle. I'm sure we can get assurance
from the Artisan staff that the parking attendants will be
understanding and supportive.
Do we want to have one of our greeters physically out there
in the valet drop-off area during peak arrival times? (I
don't know, I'm asking, and I would be willing to take a
"shift" if we want to do this.)
Comments?
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Name tags and check-in:
The good news here is that funds have been pledged for name
tag holders for this year.
Last year we tried doing away with the preprinted personalized
tag inserts which we had used for several years. My observation,
reinforced by comments from others, is that the preprinted tags,
although they are kind of a pain to produce and have a fair
amount of wastage, are a Good Thing<tm> and are indeed worth
the effort to do. IMAO, doing without them confirmed the need
to have them.
This year I would like to try a "happy medium" instead of doing
several copies of the tags. Let's try doing only two sets and
having two check-in kits. We'll plan on me having custody of
one of them (unless somebody wants to volunteer to relieve me
of that duty) and Ginger having custody of the other one, since
she will be at most of, if not all of the daily lunches.
We're fortunate this year in that we'll have three days of
"focus" points of attendance if we count the most likely to
happen Saturday Pre-DLV gathering.
If anyone would like to act as a check-in hostess, please say
so. We're looking for those who will be at well-attended
activities where Ginger and I will not be present, and who are
willing to expend some travel and effort to participate in the
timely handing-off of the check-in kits.
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Volunteer needed:
Here's another item which is kind of a pain to produce and
costs real money, but is more than likely a Good Thing<tm>.
Hardcopy printed map and schedule!
I (Annie) have duplicated this for the past two years.
I think it's somebody else's turn to do it.
If we are to pass out a hardcopy map and schedule at this
year's DLV, somebody will need to step forward and volunteer
to do duplicate it.
Here's what needs to be done ...
We'll need about 200 copies of the map and the schedule. How
you do it is up to you. You can do a double-sided sheet with
the map on one side and the schedule on the other, or do two
separate sheets.
The map and the schedule will be in machine-readable format
and will fit on a standard 8.5 x 14 inch "legal" sheet.
If you don't like the way these are drawn or formatted, you
may feel free to substitute your own versions.
I think the best way to do it is to take a good original to
something like a Kinkos shop, such as the one right behind
Bahama Breeze, give them the originals, say you want 200 copies,
double-sided and folded, go over to Terribles and play a while
while the Kinko's folks do their thing, and pick them up.
However, if you want to grind out 200 copies on your Lexmark
inkjet on your home peecee, it's up to you. :)
That's the good news.
The bad news it that there WILL be a time crunch!
In order for this to be effective, it MUST be passed out at
the major gatherings at the very first of the week, meaning
the Sunday evening gatherings at the very latest.
The final versions of the machine-readable schedule and map
may not be complete until around the Thursday just prior to
DLV. In order for everybody to get a copy, the hardcopies have
to be in the hands of the check-in hostesses at the very
beginning of DLV, meaning Sunday afternoon at the very latest
and preferably Saturday evening.
But wait! There's more! Bad news that is ... :)
You may or may not get reimbursed for this. If funds from one
of the activities runs "long", yes, you may get some or all
of your money back. If a sugar-mommy magically appears with a
boatload-o-bucks, you may get it back too. If a few kind souls
wish to contribute to the cause, all the better.
Any volunteers to take on this challenge? :)
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Activity sign-up issues:
Rosada writes (quoted):
>Heads up...I printed out my Sign-Up Summary and it indicates
>the Shiloh Horse Ranch Side Trip as being on April 04 2011.
>That would make it Monday and it's supposed to be on Tuesday
>April 05. Just thought you'd like to know. Don't want the girls
>signing up for the wrong day and get their itineraries all
>screwed up. Thanks for correcting this.
This is exactly why we need many sets of eyes on that, as well
as on things like the final schedule.
I (Annie) probably saw the sign-up screen 100 times and I know
I did test sign-ups at least 50 times covering all of the
sign-up activities. I'm kind of perplexed why things like
this got by me, but they did.
Thanks to you and the others for bringing issues like this
to our attention.
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Delaney writes (quoted):
>I had a minor sign-up glitch. When I signed up for dinner on Sunday, it
>notified me at the end of the sign-up process that I was not arriving
>until after Sunday. I went back and checked my registration information,
>all was in order.
If your registration had your arrival date as Sunday or before
Sunday, the sign-up routine should not have generated a warning
if you signed up for anything on Sunday.
I tried this with our test attendee, and I actually went into
your sign-up and tried to see if I could duplicate the issue.
I was not able to.
All, please report any incidents of day/time warnings which
occur when you sign up for activities which are clearly within
your stated arrival and departure dates.
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Mindy checks in:
Mindy writes:
Glad to see things are going well. Starting to feel a little
misty eyed. Going to miss everybody this year. Somebody collect
hugs for me.
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Yes, we will miss you too, Mindy. I'm sure there will be a toast
in your honor at the 19th. hole. Sure hope you can make it next
year.
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Gold Coast:
Sarah writes:
One of the folks on Crossdressers.com made a contact with the
Gold Coast Hotel and got the following (mostly boiler plate)
reply just a day or so ago.
I don't know if it ever made it over to the DLV side of things
and offered to share it here. Both Sara and I let her know that
it was pretty late in the process to be getting this kind of
thing going, but it may be useful in the future.
I haven't seen much else on that site that has been anything
more than folks trying to encourage friends to attend, but I
recognize the potential for confusion if things don't flow
through DLV. I'll mention this to Sara and keep my eye out
and try to steer things back over here if it looks like we
are getting side bets going.
[much boilerplate deleted]
+Standard Rooms
+$29.00 Sunday through Thursday nights
+$68.00 Friday and Saturday nights
+Premium Rooms
+$37.00 Sunday through Thursday nights
+$84.00 Friday and Saturday nights
[yet more verbose boilerplate deleted]
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Thanks, Sarah.
No, it never made it over to the DLV side until you sent it
in.
We're three weeks out and it just is not practical to even
consider adding more suggested hotels this late in the game.
Even if the rates were lower than street rates, and even if
the Gold Coast was indeed truly TG-friendly, which is at this
time questionable, it's too late in the cycle. I'm sure that
over 90% of the out-of-towners who will be showing up already
have their hotel reservations and are reasonably satisfied
with them.
Now, as for the rates ...
{sigh ...}
I was curious so I checked the Boyd Gaming web site, which
includes Gold Coast. Web rate for a cold user, ROTH room,
check-in April 3, check-out April 8, is $27, or $2 less than
these Special Group Rates<tm>.
This is very typical of what we've seen over the years.
The "questionable" comes mainly one factor, a very heavy-handed
restroom incident which occurred between DLV 2009 and 2010
which elicited a "gestapo-like" response.
This happened to a former DLVer, and the Gold Coast has been
"yellow light" on our Big List since.
Last year I was told a "rest of the story", which did explain
why the incident most likely occurred, but did not in any way
justify the magnitude of the response that was reported.
It will be interesting to see if there are any restroom issues
or incidents there this year.
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Artisan hotel rates:
Cynthia writes:
On a positive note, I had a quick conversation with hotel manager
Jamie this afternoon and she asked me to tell you and the entire
group that she is personally offering a Group Rate to us, as of
today, and to anyone looking for accomadations, or wishing to
change location or reservations from another hotel, and that we
would be most welcome to register at Artisan on a group rate offer
by simply mentioning our affiliation with Diva LV. She is offering
rooms to us at $45.00 weekday and 75.00 weekend. She say's to call
her at (702) 214-4000.
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Thanks, Cynthia.
As was noted in the previous, it's really too late to do any
kind of addition to our suggested hotels. We're three weeks
out and with rare exception everybody who needs a room has a
room.
The rate above is lower than the street rate we saw last week,
which is one of the few times the Special Group Rates<tm> have
indeed been lower.
If you want to do it, please post a note in the Discussion Forum.
I really don't envision our group flocking to it this year, but
for next year it may be a very nice affordable option.
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Yes this is a pain:
Ok, gang. I know this is a major pain in the @$$, but one thing
we need to do is to carefully look over our main final schedule.
Final complete detailed schedule:
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Sunday, April 3:
When: 11:00am
What: Religious Services
Where: Metropolitan Community Church
Map symbol: D
Cost: Offering to be taken
Meet: Main foyer 10:45am
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Eileen
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 1140 Almond Tree Ln
Facility phone: 702-369-4380
Monorail stop: Not recommended
Taxi instructions: "1140 Almond Tree Lane, NW of Sahara and Maryland"
Parking notes: On street or nearby lots. Watch for tow-away signs!
Dress notes: Casual suggested
Notes: Christian, interdenominational, nonjudgemental
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When: 1:00pm
What: SO and Partners Champagne Brunch
Where: Stratosphere
Map symbol: 8
Cost: $13.25 per person
Meet: Buffet entrance
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Rosada
Assisted by: Dennis
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-380-7777
Monorail stop: Walk 1/2 mile north of Sahara Station
Taxi instructions: "Stratosphere"
Parking notes: Structure or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
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When: 6:00pm
What: Happy Hour options
Where: various
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: See notes for each option
Duration: 1 hour
Coordinator: various
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Dress notes: See notes for each option
Notes: Please select one of the following
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When: 6:00pm
What: Paris Happy Hour
Where: Paris
Map symbol: 2
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Gustav's Bar, main casino
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Densie
Assisted by: Tony
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-946-7000
Monorail stop: Ballys/Paris
Taxi instructions: "Paris, monsieur, s'il vous plait."
Parking notes: Valet suggested, structure available.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
Age 21 and over.
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When: 6:00pm
What: Caesars Happy Hour
Where: Caesars
Map symbol: 6
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Galleria Bar
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Annie
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3570 Las Vegas Blvd S.
Facility phone: 800-634-6001
Monorail stop: Flamingo, walkway to Caesars Palace.
Taxi instructions: "Caesars, casino entrance"
Parking notes: Structures or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
Check-in available. Age 21 and over. Limo tickets may be purchased.
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When: 6:00pm
What: PT's Happy Hour
Where: PT's Pub Sahara
Map symbol: C
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Crystal
Assisted by: Holli
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 532 E Sahara
Facility phone: 702-792-4121
Monorail stop: Sahara station, 4 block walk east.
Taxi instructions: "PTs 6th and Sahara"
Parking notes: Self-park lot
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
This is the PT's on Sahara between Paradise and 6th.
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When: 6:00pm
What: Margaritaville Happy Hour
Where: Margaritaville Flamingo
Map symbol: 1
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sabrina
Assisted by: Darlene
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-733-3111
Monorail stop: Flamingo station
Taxi instructions: "Flamingo"
Parking notes: Valet or structure, follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
Dinner to follow
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When: 7:00pm
What: Dining options
Where: various
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: See notes for each option
Duration: 1.5 hours
Coordinator: various
Sign-up: na
Dress notes: See notes for each option
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When: 7:00pm
What: Mon Ami Gabi dinner
Where: Mon Ami Gabi
Map symbol: 2
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Entrance to Mon Ami Gabi
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Densie
Assisted by: Tony
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-946-7000
Monorail stop: Ballys/Paris
Taxi instructions: "Paris, monsieur, s'il vous plait."
Parking notes: Valet suggested, structure available.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
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When: 7:00pm
What: Caesars Buffet Dinner
Where: Caesars
Map symbol: 6
Cost: 24.95 per person
Meet: Buffet line area
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Annie
Sign-up: Requested for headcount
Facility address: 3570 Las Vegas Blvd S.
Facility phone: 800-634-6001
Monorail stop: Flamingo, walkway to Caesars Palace.
Taxi instructions: "Caesars, casino entrance"
Parking notes: Structures or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
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When: 7:00pm
What: PT's Dinner
Where: PT's Pub Sahara
Map symbol: C
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Crystal
Assisted by: Holli
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 532 E Sahara
Facility phone: 702-792-4121
Monorail stop: Sahara station, 4 block walk east.
Taxi instructions: "PTs 6th and Sahara"
Parking notes: Self-park lot
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
This is the PT's on Sahara between Paradise and 6th.
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When: 7:00pm
What: Margaritaville Dinner
Where: Margaritaville Flamingo
Map symbol: 1
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sabrina
Assisted by: Darlene
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 3555 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-733-3111
Monorail stop: Flamingo station
Taxi instructions: "Flamingo"
Parking notes: Valet or structure, follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
Happy Hour at 6:00pm
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When: 8:30pm
What: After-dinner options
Where: various
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: See notes for each option
Duration: varies
Coordinator: various
Sign-up: na
Dress notes: See notes for each option
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When: 8:30pm
What: Mainstream Common Gathering
Where: PT's
Map symbol: C
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main lounge area
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Holli
Assisted by: Crystal
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 532 E Sahara
Facility phone: 702-792-4121
Monorail stop: Sahara station, 4 block walk east.
Taxi instructions: "PTs 6th and Sahara"
Parking notes: Self-park lot
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
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When: 8:30pm
What: Alternative Common Gathering
Where: Crewsn
Map symbol: D
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main lounge area
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Annie
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 1000 E Sahara Ste 105
Facility phone: 731-0951
Monorail stop: 3/4 mile walk east from Sahara station.
Taxi instructions: "1000 East Sahara"
Parking notes: Lot in rear of building or on street.
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: Age 21 and over. Check-in available. Limo tickets may be
purchased.
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When: 9:00pm
What: Classic Rock N Roll with Bob and Susan
Where: Crewsn
Map symbol: D
Cost: Cocktails on one's own
Meet: Main lounge area
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Bob
Assisted by: Susan
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 1000 E Sahara Ste 105
Facility phone: 731-0951
Monorail stop: 3/4 mile walk east from Sahara station.
Taxi instructions: "1000 East Sahara"
Parking notes: Lot in rear of building or on street.
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: Age 21 and over. Check-in available.
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Monday, April 4:
When: 08:00am
What: Air Tours
Where: Henderson Executive Airport
Map symbol: R
Cost: Fuel donation accepted
Meet: Imperial Palace, Betty's Cyber Cafe.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Densie
Assisted by: Tony
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 436 St Rose Pkwy
Facility phone: 702-261-4800
Monorail stop: Not an option
Taxi instructions: "Henderson Executive Airport (Ex$pen$ive!)"
Parking notes: On airport property
Dress notes: Comfortable
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
I-15 south to St. Rose Parkway. Take St. Rose (SR 146) northeast to
Executive Airport Drive.
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When: 11:00am
What: Studio Lites Open House
Where: Studio Lites
Map symbol: A
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main showroom area
Duration: 2-3 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Mardi
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 4000 W. Sahara
Facility phone: 702-876-0234
Monorail stop: Not practical.
Taxi instructions: "Studio Lites, 4000 West Sahara."
Parking notes: Lot in front of building.
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: Check-in available 11:00am to noon. Limo tickets maybe purchased
11:00am to noon.
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When: 1:00pm
What: Lunch With Ginger
Where: Stratosphere Buffet
Map symbol: 8
Cost: $10.25 per person
Meet: Main buffet entrance
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Ginger
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-380-7777
Monorail stop: Walk 1/2 mile north of Sahara Station
Taxi instructions: "Stratosphere"
Parking notes: Structure or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
Check-in available. Limo tickets may be purchased.
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When: 2:00pm
What: MAC Makeovers
Where: MAC Town Square
Map symbol: x
Cost: $50 minimum
Meet: Main sales area
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Laura T
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-269-5000
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "Town Square, just north of Frys"
Parking notes: Shopping center lots.
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
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When: 3:30pm
What: Beginner Open House
Where: Private suite
Map symbol: J
Cost: Modest donation accepted
Meet: See notes
Duration: 3 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Sarona
Assisted by: Cynthia P, Jane
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: Phone for info
Facility phone: None
Monorail stop: MGM
Taxi instructions: "(as instructed)"
Parking notes: Lot in complex
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: PLEASE NOTE START TIME - it is different from other Beginner Open
House sessions! Changing facilities available for all. Property is
entirely nonsmoking. Phone Sarona at 702-274-6869 for directions and
further details.
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When: 6:00pm
What: Happy Hour
Where: Artisan
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Cynthia
Assisted by: Marisa
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 1501 W Sahara
Facility phone: 702-214-4000
Monorail stop: not practical
Taxi instructions: "Artisan"
Parking notes: Valet at main entrance
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Age 21 and over for cocktail service. Check-in available. Limo
tickets may be purchased. Food service available. Ordering your meal
early is encouraged.
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Dinner
Where: Artisan
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Mood Restaurant
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Cynthia
Assisted by: Marisa
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 1501 W Sahara
Facility phone: 702-214-4000
Monorail stop: not practical
Taxi instructions: "Artisan"
Parking notes: Valet at main entrance
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Check-in available. Limo tickets may be purchased. You are
encouraged to please place your dinner order promptly.
. . . . .
When: 8:00pm
What: Welcome Celebration
Where: Artisan
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Bar, restaurant, and lobby area
Duration: open
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Cynthia
Assisted by: Marisa
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 1501 W Sahara
Facility phone: 702-214-4000
Monorail stop: not practical
Taxi instructions: "Artisan"
Parking notes: Valet at main entrance
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Check-in available. Limo tickets may be purchased. Food service
available.
. . . . .
When: 8:30pm
What: Group Photo
Where: Artisan
Map symbol: na
Cost: na
Meet: Follow announced instructions
Duration: 15 min
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Annie
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 1501 W Sahara
Facility phone: 702-214-4000
Monorail stop: not practical
Taxi instructions: "Artisan"
Parking notes: Valet at main entrance
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Camera snaps at 8:30 sharp.
. . . . .
When: 10:00pm
What: Beauty Bar Karaoke
Where: Beauty Bar
Map symbol: T
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Cynthia, Densie
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 517 Fremont
Facility phone: 702-598-1965
Monorail stop: not practical
Taxi instructions: "Beauty Bar, Fremont and LV Blvd"
Parking notes: El Cortez or other public parking
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Age 21 and over.
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Tuesday, April 5:
When: 09:00am
What: Some Like It Hot at Shiloh
Where: Shiloh Horse Ranch
Map symbol: na
Cost: $15 minimum donation
Meet: Betty's Cyber Cafe, Imperial Palace
Duration: 3-4 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Rosada
Sign-up: Requested
Dress notes: Casual, closed-toed flat shoes. Sunblock!
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Limo tickets may be purchased.
. . . . .
When: 11:00am
What: Glamour Boutique Open House
Where: Glamour Boutique
Map symbol: C
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main display area
Duration: 4 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Gabi
Assisted by: Amy
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 714 E. Sahara, Ste. 250
Facility phone: 702-697-1800
Monorail stop: Sahara. 2/3 mile walk east on Sahara.
Taxi instructions: "714 East Sahara, behind Tony Romas."
Parking notes: In front or north of building.
Dress notes: Anything within reason
. . . . .
When: 1:00pm
What: Lunch With Ginger
Where: LV Hilton Buffet
Map symbol: 7
Cost: $12.99 per person
Meet: Main buffet entrance
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Ginger
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3000 Paradise Road
Facility phone: 702-732-5111
Monorail stop: Hilton
Taxi instructions: "Hilton"
Parking notes: Structures or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Check-in available.
. . . . .
When: 2:00pm
What: Neon Boneyard Tour
Where: Neon Museum
Map symbol: S
Cost: $15 minimum donation
Meet: Main assembly area
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sarah
Sign-up: Requested for headcount
Facility address: 801 Encanto Drive
Facility phone: 702-387-NEON
Monorail stop: Not an option
Taxi instructions: "Neon Boneyard, 801 Encanto Drive"
Parking notes: Follow signs
Dress notes: Comfortable casual, closed-toed flat shoes.
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Ticket purchase required.
Hand-held cameras only. No backpacks, camera bags, large bags, or
tripods are allowed on tours.
. . . . .
When: 3:00pm
What: Beginner Open House
Where: Private suite
Map symbol: J
Cost: See notes
Meet: See notes
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Sarona
Assisted by: Cynthia P, Jane
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: Phone for info
Facility phone: None
Monorail stop: MGM
Taxi instructions: "(as instructed)"
Parking notes: Lot in complex
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: Changing facilities available for all. Property is entirely
nonsmoking. Phone Sarona at 702-274-6869 for directions and further
details.
. . . . .
When: 5:00pm
What: Happy Hour
Where: Chapala's
Map symbol: U
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Rosada
Assisted by: Beverly W
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3331 E Tropicana
Facility phone: 702-451-8141
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "3331 East Trop"
Parking notes: Parking lot in complex
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Please note the start time. Dinner
to follow. Age 21 and over for cocktail service.
. . . . .
When: 5:00pm
What: Happy Hour
Where: Firefly Paradise
Map symbol: x
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Marisa
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3900 Paradise Rd
Facility phone: 702-369-3971
Monorail stop: Not practical, Flamingo if you insist
Taxi instructions: "Firefly at 3900 Paradise"
Parking notes: Lot by building
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Please note the start time. Age 21
and over for cocktail service. Dinner to follow.
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Mexican Dining
Where: Chapala's
Map symbol: U
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Rosada
Assisted by: Beverly W
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 3331 E Tropicana
Facility phone: 702-451-8141
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "3331 East Trop"
Parking notes: Parking lot in complex
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Please note the start time.
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Firefly Dinner
Where: Firefly Paradise
Map symbol: x
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Marisa
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 3900 Paradise Rd
Facility phone: 702-369-3971
Monorail stop: Not practical, Flamingo if you insist
Taxi instructions: "Firefly at 3900 Paradise"
Parking notes: Lot by building
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Please note the start time.
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Dinner At Home
Where: Private suite
Map symbol: J
Cost: See notes
Meet: See notes
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Sarona
Assisted by: Cynthia P, Jane
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: Phone for info
Facility phone: None
Monorail stop: MGM
Taxi instructions: "(as instructed)"
Parking notes: Lot in complex
Dress notes: About anything
Notes: Property is entirely nonsmoking. Phone Sarona at 702-274-6869 for
directions and further details.
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Terry Fator Show
Where: Mirage
Map symbol: x
Cost: $59-$129
Meet: Showroom entrance
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Ginger
Sign-up: Requested for headcount
Facility address: 3400 LV Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-791-7111
Monorail stop: Harrahs/IP Station, walk across Strip
Taxi instructions: "Mirage"
Parking notes: Valet in front, structure in rear
Dress notes: Nice casual to dressy.
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Ticket purchase required.
. . . . .
When: 8:00pm
What: Erotic Heritage Museum
Where: Erotic Heritage Museum
Map symbol: K
Cost: $10 donation
Meet: Main entrance
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Sarah
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 3275 Industrial Rd
Facility phone: 702-369-6442
Monorail stop: Not very practical
Taxi instructions: "3275 Industrial Road behind The Trump"
Parking notes: Lot by building
Dress notes: See notes
Notes: Liberal dress code. Please consider prior and subsequent
activities when selecting your outfit. Parking is limited. Sharing of
rides is encouraged.
. . . . .
When: 9:00pm
What: Pajama Party
Where: Private suite
Map symbol: J
Cost: See notes
Meet: See notes
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Sarona
Assisted by: Cynthia P, Jane
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: Phone for info
Facility phone: None
Monorail stop: MGM
Taxi instructions: "(as instructed)"
Parking notes: Lot in complex
Dress notes: About anything
Notes: Property is entirely nonsmoking. Phone Sarona at 702-274-6869 for
directions and further details.
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Wednesday, April 6:
When: 08:00am
What: DLV Invitational Golf
Where: Desert Rose
Map symbol: Z
Cost: $48 per person
Meet: Clubhouse area
Duration: 4-5 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Danielle
Assisted by: Mardi, Beverly
Sign-up: Prepayment required
Facility address: 5483 Club House Dr.
Facility phone: 702-431-2191
Monorail stop: Not practical.
Taxi instructions: "Desert Rose Golf Course."
Dress notes: Appropriate golf attire
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
See payment instructions on sign-up screen.
. . . . .
When: 09:30am
What: Bare Escentuals Makeovers
Where: Bare Escentuals
Map symbol: x
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main display area
Duration: About an hour or so
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Laura T
Assisted by: Ginger
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 3200 LV Blvd S #1305
Facility phone: 702-369-1556
Monorail stop: (not practical)
Taxi instructions: "Fashion Show Mall"
Parking notes: Structure or valet
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
. . . . .
When: 11:00am
What: Harmony Nail Spa Gourmet Wine Day
Where: Harmony Nail Spa
Map symbol: B
Cost: nc for Open House
Meet: Main showroom area
Duration: Several hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Norma
Assisted by: Annie
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 953 E. Sahara, Ste. E-11A
Facility phone: 702-792-6245
Monorail stop: About a mile east of Sahara station.
Taxi instructions: "Commercial Center, suite E-11A."
Parking notes: In front of building.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Limo tickets may be purchased 11:00am to noon.
. . . . .
When: 1:00pm
What: Lunch With Ginger
Where: Harrahs Buffet
Map symbol: 1
Cost: $17.99 per person
Meet: Main buffet entrance
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Ginger
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3475 Las Vegas Blvd S.
Facility phone: 800-634-6765
Monorail stop: Harrahs/IP station
Taxi instructions: "Harrah's"
Parking notes: Structures or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Check-in available. Limo tickets
may be purchased.
. . . . .
When: 3:00pm
What: Beginner Open House
Where: Private suite
Map symbol: J
Cost: See notes
Meet: See notes
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Sarona
Assisted by: Cynthia P, Jane
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: Phone for info
Facility phone: None
Monorail stop: MGM
Taxi instructions: "(as instructed)"
Parking notes: Lot in complex
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: Changing facilities available for all. Property is entirely
nonsmoking. Phone Sarona at 702-274-6869 for directions and further
details.
. . . . .
When: 3:00pm
What: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum
Where: Madame Tussauds, Venetian
Map symbol: H
Cost: $20, seniors are $14.40
Meet: Museum entrance
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Sarah
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 888-2VENICE
Monorail stop: Harrahs, walk next door north to Venetian.
Taxi instructions: "Venetian"
Parking notes: Valet suggested, structure available.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Discounts frequently available.
. . . . .
When: 5:30pm
What: Crossdressers.com Social
Where: PF Changs
Map symbol: x
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sara
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3667 LV Blvd S
Facility phone: 866-517-3263
Monorail stop: Equally inconvenient to Ballys and MGM stations.
Taxi instructions: "Planet Hollywood"
Parking notes: Valet recommended, structure (can be a long walk) available.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Happy Hour and Dinner to follow.
Specials until 6:00pm
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Happy Hour options
Where: various
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: See notes for each option
Duration: 1 hour
Coordinator: various
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Dress notes: See notes for each option
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Buffalo Happy Hour
Where: The Buffalo
Map symbol: E
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Annie
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 4640 Paradise
Facility phone: 702-733-8355
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "The Buffalo (yeah, they know it!)"
Parking notes: Lot in front of building. DO NOT PARK IN OTHER LOTS!
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: Age 21 and over. Milano's Dinner to follow.
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Spotlight Happy Hour
Where: Spotlight Lounge
Map symbol: B
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main lounge area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Crystal
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 957 E Sahara
Facility phone: 702-696-0202
Monorail stop: 3/4 mile walk east from Sahara station.
Taxi instructions: "Spotlight - Commercial Center"
Parking notes: Commercial Center lots.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Age 21 and over.
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Palms Happy Hour
Where: Palms Casino Bar
Map symbol: 4
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main casino bar
Duration:
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Nikki
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 4321 W Flamingo
Facility phone: 702-942-7001
Monorail stop: not practical
Taxi instructions: "Palms"
Parking notes: Valet or either of two structures.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Age 21 and over for cocktail
service. Dinner to follow.
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: PF Changs Happy Hour
Where: PF Changs Planet Hollywood
Map symbol: x
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sara
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3667 LV Blvd S
Facility phone: 866-517-3263
Monorail stop: Equally inconvenient to Ballys and MGM stations.
Taxi instructions: "Planet Hollywood"
Parking notes: Valet recommended, structure (can be a long walk) available.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Eating Out Night
Where: various
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: See notes for each option
Duration: 1.5 hours
Coordinator: various
Sign-up: na
Dress notes: See notes for each option
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Milano's option
Where: Milano's
Map symbol: E
Cost: Reasonable
Meet: Main dining area
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Annie
Sign-up: Requested for headcount
Facility address: 4640 Paradise
Facility phone: 702-794-0630
Monorail stop: Not recommended, MGM if you really want to
Taxi instructions: "4640 Paradise, corner of Naples"
Parking notes: Lot in front of building. DO NOT PARK IN OTHER LOTS!
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: Seating may be limited. Happy Hour at 6:00pm at The Buffalo, west
of Milano's.
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Namaste Indian option
Where: Namaste Indian Cuisine
Map symbol: B
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main reception area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Crystal
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 953 E Sahara Ste A6
Facility phone: 702-892-0033
Monorail stop: 3/4 mile walk east from Sahara station.
Taxi instructions: "Namaste in Commercial Center"
Parking notes: Lot in front of building.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Happy Hour at Spotlight Lounge
6:00pm
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Palms Bistro Buffet option
Where: Palms
Map symbol: 4
Cost: $19.99 per person
Meet: Buffet entrance
Duration:
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Nikki
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 4321 W Flamingo
Facility phone: 702-942-7001
Monorail stop: not practical
Taxi instructions: "Palms"
Parking notes: Valet or either of two structures.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: PF Changs option
Where: PF Changs Planet Hollywood
Map symbol: x
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main entrance
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sara
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 3667 LV Blvd S
Facility phone: 866-517-3263
Monorail stop: Equally inconvenient to Ballys and MGM stations.
Taxi instructions: "Planet Hollywood"
Parking notes: Valet recommended, structure (can be a long walk) available.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
. . . . .
When: 8:00pm
What: Mainstream-Alternative Night
Where: various
Map symbol: na
Cost: On one's own
Meet: See notes for each option
Duration: varies
Coordinator: various
Sign-up: na
Dress notes: See notes for each option
. . . . .
When: 8:00pm
What: Fremont Street Experience
Where: Fremont Street
Map symbol: W
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Betty's Cyber Cafe, Imperial Palace, 8:00pm
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Delaney
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: n/a
Facility phone: n/a
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "Downtown"
Parking notes: Any of several casino or public lots.
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Meet at Betty's Cyber Cafe,
Imperial Palace, 8:00pm. Will travel to FSE.
. . . . .
When: 8:00pm
What: IMAX Movie Night
Where: Brendan Palms IMAX
Map symbol: 4
Cost: tbd
Meet: Food court 7:45pm
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Nikki
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 4321 W Flamingo
Facility phone: 702-942-7001
Monorail stop: not practical
Taxi instructions: "Palms"
Parking notes: Valet or either of two structures.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
. . . . .
When: 8:30pm
What: Alternative Bar Crawl
Where: Buffalo
Map symbol: E
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: As long as we last
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Annie
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 4640 Paradise
Facility phone: 702-733-8355
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "The Buffalo (yeah, they know it!)"
Parking notes: Lot in front of building. DO NOT PARK IN OTHER LOTS!
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: We will concentrate on bars which we have not frequented in the
past. Please do not drive drunk. Age 21 and over.
. . . . .
When: 9:00pm
What: Sassy To Classy Nite - Talent Show
Where: Crewsn
Map symbol: D
Cost: Cocktails on one's own
Meet: Main lounge area
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Bob
Assisted by: Susan
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 1000 E Sahara Ste 105
Facility phone: 731-0951
Monorail stop: 3/4 mile walk east from Sahara station.
Taxi instructions: "1000 East Sahara"
Parking notes: Lot in rear of building or on street.
Dress notes: Anything within reason
Notes: Age 21 and over. E-mail Bob or Susan if you wish to perform in
the Talent Show.
. . . . .
When: 9:30pm
What: Frank Marino Divas Show
Where: Imperial Palace
Map symbol: 1
Cost: Varies
Meet: Showroom entrance
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Bev W
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 3535 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-731-3311
Monorail stop: Harrahs-Imperial Palace Station
Taxi instructions: "Imperial Palace"
Parking notes: Structure or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to formal
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
. . . . .
When: 11:59pm
What: Late Night Clubbing
Where: Krave
Map symbol: G
Cost: Cover varies
Meet: Main lounge area
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Nikki
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3663 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-836-0830
Monorail stop: Equally inconvenient to Ballys and MGM stations.
Taxi instructions: "Krave"
Dress notes: Casual-Flashy-Clubby see notes
Notes: Age 21 and over. Dress code enforced by door staff. Disallowed
items include ball caps, baggy clothing, and gang attire. Door staff may
impose others.
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Thursday, April 7:
When: 09:00am
What: MAC Makeovers
Where: MAC Town Square
Map symbol: x
Cost: $50 minimum
Meet: Main showroom area
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Laura T
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-269-5000
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "Town Square, just north of Frys"
Parking notes: Shopping center lots.
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
. . . . .
When: 09:00am
What: Mount Charleston Excursion
Where: Mount Charleston
Map symbol: 1
Cost: $15 fuel donation sugg.
Meet: Betty's Cyber Cafe, Imperial Palace
Duration: 5-6 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Cynthia
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 3535 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-731-3311
Monorail stop: Harrahs-Imperial Palace Station
Taxi instructions: "Imperial Palace"
Parking notes: Structure or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Dress for cool weather
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Skiing may be available.
. . . . .
When: 1:00pm
What: Lunch With Ginger
Where: Paris Buffet
Map symbol: 2
Cost: $18.99 per person
Meet: Main buffet entrance
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Ginger
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-946-7000
Monorail stop: Ballys/Paris
Taxi instructions: "Paris, monsieur, s'il vous plait."
Parking notes: Valet suggested, structure available.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Pre-Fab Happy Hour
Where: McMullan's
Map symbol: X
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Bob
Assisted by: Susan
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 4650 W. Tropicana
Facility phone: 702-247-7000
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "McMullans, Trop and Cameron"
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Age 21 and over for cocktail
service. Dinner to follow.
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Pre-Limo Happy Hour
Where: Trevi
Map symbol: 6
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Laura T
Assisted by: Ginger
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3750 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 800-634-6001
Monorail stop: Flamingo, overpass to Caesars
Taxi instructions: "Forum shops at Caesars"
Parking notes: Valet or structure, follow signs closely.
Dress notes: Nice casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Age 21 and over for cocktail
service. Dinner to follow. Please observe restroom guidelines closely.
Keep your voice down in restrooms!
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Pre-Fab Dinner
Where: McMullan's
Map symbol: X
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Bob
Assisted by: Susan
Sign-up: Requested for headcount
Facility address: 4650 W. Tropicana
Facility phone: 702-247-7000
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "McMullans, Trop and Cameron"
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Dinner is AYCE Fish And Chips.
Full menu available.
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When: 7:00pm
What: Pre-Limo Dinner
Where: Trevi
Map symbol: 6
Cost: ca. $25 per person
Meet: Main bar area
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Laura T
Assisted by: Ginger
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 3750 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 800-634-6001
Monorail stop: Flamingo, overpass to Caesars
Taxi instructions: "Forum shops at Caesars"
Parking notes: Valet or structure, follow signs closely.
Dress notes: Nice casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Please follow restroom guidelines
carefully. Keep your voice down in restrooms!
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Dance Lessons
Where: Charlie's
Map symbol: x
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main lounge area
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Jill
Sign-up: Requested for headcount
Facility address: 5012 Arville
Facility phone: 876-1844
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "Charlie's, 5012 Arville"
Parking notes: Lot in front of building
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Age 21 and over. Charlies does not serve food and there may or
may not be convenient food service in the immediate area. Eating prior
to this activity is suggested.
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When: 8:00pm
What: The Fab (Beatles Tribute)
Where: Brendan's Irish Pub, Orleans Casino
Map symbol: X
Cost: No cover, no minimum
Meet: Main reception area
Duration: 4 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Susan
Assisted by: Bob
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 4500 W Tropicana
Facility phone: 800-ORLEANS
Monorail stop: Not practical.
Taxi instructions: "Awl-ins, y'all!"
Parking notes: Valet, structure, surface lots
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. May order food from Fuddruckers
menu.
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When: 9:00pm
What: Limousine Tour
Where: Caesars
Map symbol: 6
Cost: tbd
Meet: At Trevi following dinner.
Duration: 3 hours
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: JoAnn
Assisted by: get list in here
Sign-up: Prepayment required
Facility address: 3750 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 800-634-6001
Monorail stop: Flamingo, overpass to Caesars
Taxi instructions: "Forum shops at Caesars"
Parking notes: Valet or structure, follow signs closely.
Dress notes: Nice casual to formal
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Payment in person may be made in
person at most major DLV activities prior to Wednesday. E-mail
(dlv@geekbabe.com) for questions or concerns about the Limo Tour or Limo
Tour payments.
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When: 9:00pm
What: Dancing at Charlie's
Where: Charlie's
Map symbol: x
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main lounge area
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Minimal
Coordinator: Jill
Sign-up: Requested for headcount
Facility address: 5012 Arville
Facility phone: 876-1844
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "Charlie's, 5012 Arville"
Parking notes: Lot in front of building
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Age 21 and over. Charlies does not serve food and there may or
may not be convenient food service in the immediate area. Eating prior
to this activity is suggested.
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Friday, April 8:
When: 02:00am
What: Charles Bar
Where: Bellagio
Map symbol: 9
Cost: Easy terms arranged
Meet: Bar to left of Caramel
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Annie
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3600 Las Vegas Blvd S.
Facility phone: 888-987-6667
Monorail stop: Ballys/Paris, walkway to Bellagio.
Taxi instructions: "Bellagio, and step on it!"
Parking notes: Structure or valet
Dress notes: Nice casual to dressy.
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Age 21 and over. Please observe
restroom guidelines very carefully!
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When: 09:00am
What: Pistol-Rifle Shooting
Where: Discount Firearms
Map symbol: x
Cost: tbd
Meet: TBD
Duration: 2 hours
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Vanessa
Assisted by: Densie, Tony
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 3084 S Highland
Facility phone: 702-567-1158
Monorail stop: Not practical
Taxi instructions: "3084 South Highland"
Parking notes: By building
Dress notes: Casual
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
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When: 1:00pm
What: Lunch With Ginger
Where: Imperial Palace Buffet
Map symbol: 1
Cost: $12.99 per person
Meet: Main buffet entrance
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Ginger
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3535 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-731-3311
Monorail stop: Harrahs-Imperial Palace Station
Taxi instructions: "Imperial Palace"
Parking notes: Structure or valet - follow signs.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Check-in available.
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When: 2:00pm
What: High Tea
Where: Four Seasons
Map symbol: 5
Cost: $40 per person
Meet: Verandah entrance
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Moderate
Coordinator: Marilyn
Sign-up: Prepayment required
Facility address: 3950 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 877-632-7000
Monorail stop: MGM station, walkway to Excalibur, shuttle to Mandalay Bay.
Taxi instructions: "Four Seasons, sonny!"
Parking notes: Valet or structure.
Dress notes: Daytime dressy preferred
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Payment may be made in person at
most major DLV activities prior to Tuesday. Contact Marilyn by e-mail
(ah_marilyn@yahoo.com) or by phone (619-417-3167) for any questions or
concerns about High Tea or High Tea payments.
. . . . .
When: 3:00pm
What: Makeover sessions (session 1)
Where: Macy's FSM
Map symbol: Y
Cost: $50 minimum
Meet: See notes
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sara
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 3200 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-784-7000
Monorail stop: (not practical)
Taxi instructions: "Fashion Show Mall"
Parking notes: Structure or valet
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Shopping to follow.
. . . . .
When: 3:45pm
What: Makeover sessions (session 2)
Where: Macy's FSM
Map symbol: Y
Cost: $50 minimum
Meet: See notes
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sara
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 3200 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-784-7000
Monorail stop: (not practical)
Taxi instructions: "Fashion Show Mall"
Parking notes: Structure or valet
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity.
. . . . .
When: 4:30pm
What: Makeover sessions (session 3)
Where: Macy's FSM
Map symbol: Y
Cost: $50 minimum
Meet: Main counter
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Sara
Sign-up: Required
Facility address: 3200 Las Vegas Blvd S
Facility phone: 702-784-7000
Monorail stop: (not practical)
Taxi instructions: "Fashion Show Mall"
Parking notes: Structure or valet
Dress notes: Casual to moderately dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. $50 purchase required.
. . . . .
When: 6:00pm
What: Happy Hour
Where: Bahama Breeze
Map symbol: F
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main restaurant area
Duration: 1 hour
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Alanna
Assisted by: Beverly W
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 375 Hughes Center
Facility phone: 702-731-3252
Monorail stop: Flamingo, assuming you really like to walk
Taxi instructions: "Bahama Breeze, Paradise and Flamingo"
Parking notes: Self-park lot
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Check-in available. Dinner to follow. Age 21 and over for
cocktail service. Please follow restroom guidelines carefully. Keep your
voice down in restrooms!
. . . . .
When: 7:00pm
What: Dinner
Where: Bahama Breeze
Map symbol: F
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main restaurant area
Duration: 1.5 hours
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Alanna
Assisted by: Beverly W
Sign-up: Requested
Facility address: 375 Hughes Center
Facility phone: 702-731-3252
Monorail stop: Flamingo, assuming you really like to walk
Taxi instructions: "Bahama Breeze, Paradise and Flamingo"
Parking notes: Self-park lot
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: Check-in available. Please follow restroom guidelines carefully.
Keep your voice down in restrooms!
. . . . .
When: 8:30pm
What: Farewell Celebration
Where: Bahama Breeze
Map symbol: F
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Main restaurant area
Duration: open
Exposure to public: Some
Coordinator: Alanna
Assisted by: Beverly W
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 375 Hughes Center
Facility phone: 702-731-3252
Monorail stop: Flamingo, assuming you really like to walk
Taxi instructions: "Bahama Breeze, Paradise and Flamingo"
Parking notes: Self-park lot
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
. . . . .
When: 9:30pm
What: Dancing at Paris
Where: Paris
Map symbol: 2
Cost: On one's own
Meet: Cabaret Lounge
Duration: Open
Exposure to public: Considerable
Coordinator: Marisa
Sign-up: No sign-up, just show up
Facility address: 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. S.
Facility phone: 702-946-7000
Monorail stop: Ballys/Paris
Taxi instructions: "Paris, monsieur, s'il vous plait."
Parking notes: Valet suggested, structure available.
Dress notes: Casual to dressy
Notes: This is a mainstream activity. Age 21 and over, subject to
management's discretion. Please follow restroom guidelines carefully.
Keep your voice down in restrooms!
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Working schedule:
Diva Las Vegas 2011 schedule
Tentative and subject to change
All times Pacific Daylight Time
Sunday, April 3:
11:00am: Religious Services (Metropolitan Community Church) - sv
1:00pm: SO and Partners Champagne Brunch (Stratosphere) - ms
6:00pm: Happy Hour options (various)
6:00pm: Caesars Happy Hour (Caesars) - ms
6:00pm: Paris Happy Hour (Paris) - ms
6:00pm: PT's Happy Hour (PT's Pub Sahara) - ms
6:00pm: Margaritaville Happy Hour (Margaritaville Flamingo) - ms
7:00pm: Dining options (various)
7:00pm: Caesars Buffet Dinner (Caesars) - ms
7:00pm: Mon Ami Gabi dinner (Mon Ami Gabi) - ms
7:00pm: PT's Dinner (PT's Pub Sahara) - ms
7:00pm: Margaritaville Dinner (Margaritaville Flamingo) - ms
8:30pm: After-dinner options (various)
8:30pm: Mainstream Common Gathering (PT's) - ms
8:30pm: Alternative Common Gathering (Crewsn) - sv
9:00pm: Classic Rock N Roll with Bob and Susan (Crewsn) - sv
Monday, April 4:
8:00am: Air Tours (Henderson Executive Airport) - ms
11:00am: Studio Lites Open House (Studio Lites) - sv
1:00pm: Lunch With Ginger (Stratosphere Buffet) - ms
2:00pm: MAC Makeovers (MAC Town Square) - ms
3:30pm: Beginner Open House (Private suite) - sv
6:00pm: Happy Hour (Artisan) - mv
7:00pm: Dinner (Artisan) - mv
8:00pm: Welcome Celebration (Artisan) - mv
8:30pm: Group Photo (Artisan) - mv
10:00pm: Beauty Bar Karaoke (Beauty Bar) - ms
Tuesday, April 5:
9:00am: Some Like It Hot at Shiloh (Shiloh Horse Ranch) - ms
11:00am: Glamour Boutique Open House (Glamour Boutique) - sv
1:00pm: Lunch With Ginger (LV Hilton Buffet) - ms
2:00pm: Neon Boneyard Tour (Neon Museum) - ms
3:00pm: Beginner Open House (Private suite) - sv
5:00pm: Happy Hour (Chapala's) - ms
5:00pm: Happy Hour (Firefly Paradise) - ms
6:00pm: Mexican Dining (Chapala's) - ms
6:00pm: Firefly Dinner (Firefly Paradise) - ms
7:00pm: Dinner At Home (Private suite) - sv
7:00pm: Terry Fator Show (Mirage) - ms
8:00pm: Erotic Heritage Museum (Erotic Heritage Museum) - mv
9:00pm: Pajama Party (Private suite) - sv
Wednesday, April 6:
8:00am: DLV Invitational Golf (Desert Rose) - ms
9:30am: Bare Escentuals Makeovers (Bare Escentuals) - mv
11:00am: Harmony Nail Spa Gourmet Wine Day (Harmony Nail Spa) - sv
1:00pm: Lunch With Ginger (Harrahs Buffet) - ms
3:00pm: Beginner Open House (Private suite) - sv
3:00pm: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum (Madame Tussauds, Venetian) - ms
5:30pm: Crossdressers.com Social (PF Changs) - ms
6:00pm: Happy Hour options (various)
6:00pm: Buffalo Happy Hour (The Buffalo) - sv
6:00pm: PF Changs Happy Hour (PF Changs Planet Hollywood) - ms
6:00pm: Palms Happy Hour (Palms Casino Bar) - ms
6:00pm: Spotlight Happy Hour (Spotlight Lounge) - sv
7:00pm: Eating Out Night (various)
7:00pm: Milano's option (Milano's) - mv
7:00pm: PF Changs option (PF Changs Planet Hollywood) - ms
7:00pm: Palms Bistro Buffet option (Palms) - ms
7:00pm: Namaste Indian option (Namaste Indian Cuisine) - ms
8:00pm: Mainstream-Alternative Night (various)
8:00pm: IMAX Movie Night (Brendan Palms IMAX) - ms
8:00pm: Fremont Street Experience (Fremont Street) - ms
8:30pm: Alternative Bar Crawl (Buffalo) - sv
9:00pm: Sassy To Classy Nite - Talent Show (Crewsn) - sv
9:30pm: Frank Marino Divas Show (Imperial Palace) - ms
11:59pm: Late Night Clubbing (Krave) - sv
Thursday, April 7:
9:00am: Mount Charleston Excursion (Mount Charleston) - ms
9:00am: MAC Makeovers (MAC Town Square) - ms
1:00pm: Lunch With Ginger (Paris Buffet) - ms
6:00pm: Pre-Limo Happy Hour (Trevi) - ms
6:00pm: Pre-Fab Happy Hour (McMullan's) - ms
7:00pm: Pre-Limo Dinner (Trevi) - ms
7:00pm: Pre-Fab Dinner (McMullan's) - ms
7:00pm: Dance Lessons (Charlie's) - sv
8:00pm: The Fab (Beatles Tribute) (Brendan's Irish Pub, Orleans Casino) - ms
9:00pm: Limousine Tour (Caesars) - ms
9:00pm: Dancing at Charlie's (Charlie's) - sv
Friday, April 8:
2:00am: Charles Bar (Bellagio) - ms
9:00am: Pistol-Rifle Shooting (Discount Firearms) - ms
1:00pm: Lunch With Ginger (Imperial Palace Buffet) - ms
2:00pm: High Tea (Four Seasons) - ms
3:00pm: Makeover sessions (session 1) (Macy's FSM) - ms
3:45pm: Makeover sessions (session 2) (Macy's FSM) - ms
4:30pm: Makeover sessions (session 3) (Macy's FSM) - ms
6:00pm: Happy Hour (Bahama Breeze) - mv
7:00pm: Dinner (Bahama Breeze) - mv
8:30pm: Farewell Celebration (Bahama Breeze) - mv
9:30pm: Dancing at Paris (Paris) - ms
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