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This posting is from: Alicia
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We already have a nice kind of bash to kickoff the DLV activities and
most gurls/girls/guys dress up for it.

Two bashes maybe a little too match, and in this economy..I would rather
spend that 55-60 bucks doing other things with new friends, and old
friends, So a long way to yes (NO) dont think so

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This posting is from: Susan Rogers
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I think that the idea of a formal is a good one. But not for the closing
event. Not inclusive enough. No I would not attend. I'm a fan of using
Bahama Breeze.

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This posting is from: Bonni
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Yes. It sounds like a great idea and I would attend.

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This posting is from: Hollyfox
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Hey, count me in if the buffet has fillet mignon and broccoli! Oh and if I
can wear jeans with sparkles! LOL Oh and I would love to have it at the IP
or maybe my other fave place (what's it called annie? The Delmar or
something?) !

Woo Hoo! Can I drive my new Jag out there too? :) I promise not to drink too
much Galiano!

Hollye (Margeth)

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This posting is from: Trish Valentine
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Thank you so much for keeping me up to date -- this year is the year I
hope to be able to attend Diva Las Vegas.

The basic answer to your question is YES!, but having said that, I
believe that for $55 - $60 (or somewhat more) we can have a private
ballroom with a sit-down dinner served. I would rather pay a $100 and
have a classy dinner (including happy hour) with entertainment than go
to a $50 "black-tie optional" that has a buffet dinner. Having attended
Southern Comfort and the En Femme Get-a-Way in Eureka Springs in the
past, the last evening of the week was the highlight and included great
food, great entertainment -- all in a "semi-formal" setting for a small
price.

Just my two sense.

Trish

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This posting is from: Jamie A
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Yes, it sounds like a wonderful idea and I would expect to attend.

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This posting is from: JoAnn Segrue
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Another opinion---

Like the idea of a formal event

Like the idea of some type of entertainment such like at Pity Party Like
having a bar/ at least wine available.

Music not a requirement Meal not a requirement, but if affordable--
great.

Venue needs to be relatively close to the Strip.

The price point is really $45.00 for me, although I could pay more. I
don't see getting the value above the $45.00. The event could happen,
but may need a couple of sponsors.

As an alternative to the current "possible" event, I suggest looking to
having a formal dress evening plus entertainment for $20.00 person. Then
if there is "bar food" with several items at $7 per small plate and
drinks at $5 then a "thumbs up" for me.

JoAnn

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This posting is from: Ginger
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Earlier I wrote to say I'd likely come out of a sense of obligation, but
my SO would likely not want to come and would insist that we leave
early. I had the opportunity to discuss the tentative schedule and plans
for DLV with her this morning. She said that she definitely did not want
to attend for a variety of reasons. To keep peace at home we will likely
be a no show.

Ginger

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This posting is from: Fran
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yes

please remember that it costs a lot to look this cheap

fran

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This posting is from: Michelle Jenkins
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Hi

This is a 50/50 call for me - assuming I come to DLV this year.

I would like to reiterate a couple of points made by others and then
give some of my views.

Some years back we had a number of ending functions at Carlucci's (or
whatever) over on Tropicana. The first year, the food was good and there
was a reasonable turnout. The next time I recall that I and others had
decided that we didn't want to eat there, we had other plans. That year
there was considerable pressure being placed by members of the org team
on getting people to attend. The issue as I recall was there was worry
that there was going to be an unacceptably high level of non attendees
or no shows.

The obligations on the senior people in DLV are there despite this being
primarily a volunteer operation. I can see a repeat of the Carlucci
situation where in order to get a maximum attendance pressure will be
applied.

There a saying that goes along the lines that perception is truth and
equally if you talk something down enough it will be as bad as expected!
Now I have no idea what the food will be like at the Italian American
Centre nor do I know what the facilities are like. But given the "bad
press" this place is getting already, selling this to the wider attendee
base may be difficult.

No one has stated what the minimum number will be but lets assume its 50
and we get 60 or so signing up. Will all of the sixty go through and pay
or will there be drop off to under the magic threshold?? I see risks
around this because of the cost, the up front payments and the apparent
indifference from many about attending.

Now the positive side is that I love to wear long gowns; I love to dress
up and this type of activity would be attractive. My partner loves to
dance and I certainly like dancing when I'm in girl mode.

Packing and carrying gowns has never been a problem even the fancy ones.
They can be purchased relatively inexpensively at the outlet fashion
dress store in Las Vegas although if you need to buy one you need the
time to go do that and it is an added cost for what only ever be one
"real world" use.

So I think its a 50/50 call.

From a DLV perspective this approach is sort of a departure from
anything in the past. It is the sort of activity that would be expected
at a traditional TG conference. Given the location is off strip and out
of the public eye this won't appeal to those looking for exposure and
will probably inhibit the easy relocation for after party activities
back on the strip area.

As an aside I always considered the use of Trevi as an opportunity to
dress up a bit. Some have certainly taken advantage of it in the past
although many also go with business dress / pants suit or similar and
look appropriately dressed. Using Trevi for this on a Friday or Saturday
night seems to me to be a bit risky. Firstly being a business night I'm
sure they would impose some deposit requirements if we were to use the
upstairs area and secondly for new comers, newbies getting to Trevi is
very public trek through the Ceasers Forum shops. There's no easy way to
get there without facing the crowds, much larger and more party going on
Fridays and Saturdays than perhaps on a mid week night.

Hugs

Michelle

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