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March 27th, 2012 at 3:39:25 PM
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Rather than bumping up an over-bumped-up thread, I thought I'd make a last (hopefully) thread on the subject, recapping everything. So:
The time is May 12th at noon
The place is the Chicago brewing Company pub at the Four Queens Hotel in Downtown
The lunch is to be followed by single-deck BJ at El Cortez. I can't pin the time any closer than "after lunch" say between 2 and 3 pm
The atendee list is as follows:
Confirmed attendance:
The Wizard (guest of honor, naturally)
Doc
NicksGamingStuff
Tiltpoul
Paigowdan
TIMSPEED
rdw4potus
paisiello
rudeboyoi
Nareed
People likely to come:
Wavy70
Loach
People who hope to make it are:
midwestgb
I will still update the attendee list, should anyone express interest. We have yet to hear from some other locals, too. I name no names. And remember you can bring other people along. There are no restrictions as to who may come.
The time is May 12th at noon
The place is the Chicago brewing Company pub at the Four Queens Hotel in Downtown
The lunch is to be followed by single-deck BJ at El Cortez. I can't pin the time any closer than "after lunch" say between 2 and 3 pm
The atendee list is as follows:
Confirmed attendance:
The Wizard (guest of honor, naturally)
Doc
NicksGamingStuff
Tiltpoul
Paigowdan
TIMSPEED
rdw4potus
paisiello
rudeboyoi
Nareed
People likely to come:
Wavy70
Loach
People who hope to make it are:
midwestgb
I will still update the attendee list, should anyone express interest. We have yet to hear from some other locals, too. I name no names. And remember you can bring other people along. There are no restrictions as to who may come.
Donald Trump is a fucking criminal
March 28th, 2012 at 11:11:56 AM
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Of course now we bump thi one ;)
Short joke: I set up a web board to sell stolen credit cards, and got spammed with gambling posts!
This is the kind of thing that, as harry Turtledove likes to say, it would be funny if only it were funny.
Short joke: I set up a web board to sell stolen credit cards, and got spammed with gambling posts!
This is the kind of thing that, as harry Turtledove likes to say, it would be funny if only it were funny.
Donald Trump is a fucking criminal
March 28th, 2012 at 8:29:01 PM
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If you haven't been there, it is a small place.
Some of the best pizza you will ever have.
With a 9 beer sampler, if you can't decide.
Some of the best pizza you will ever have.
With a 9 beer sampler, if you can't decide.
Quote: SPECIALTY PIZZASTHIN CRUST 10" PIZZA FOR $11 / 16" PIZZA FOR $18
DEEP DISH 9" PIZZA FOR $14 / 14" PIZZA FOR $24
HAWAIIAN
This Island Favorite Consists Of Our Homemade Pizza Sauce, Shaved Ham And Thinly Sliced Whole Pineapple Rings (Add Toasted Coconut For Free)
CHICKEN ALFREDO
Creamy Alfredo Sauce Topped With Grilled Chicken, Bacon, And Basil
MAGNIFICENT MILE MEAT LOVER
Sausage, Pepperoni, Ham, Homemade Pizza Sauce And Mozzarella Cheese
BREW-BQ CHICKEN
Diced Chicken, Caramelized Red Onions, Roasted Corn And Brew- Bq Sauce Covered With A Smoked Gouda Cheese And Green Onions
LAKE SHORE DRIVE VEGGIE
Broccoli, Olives, Mushrooms, Onions, Red And Green Peppers, Homemade Pizza Sauce And Mozzarella Cheese
UPTOWN ROASTED GARLIC CHICKEN
Diced Chicken, Roasted Tomatoes, Roasted Garlic, Basil, Homemade Pizza Sauce And Mozzarella Cheese
March 28th, 2012 at 8:40:19 PM
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I've eaten at Chicago Brewing many times, it has
a painfully small eating area. Great pizza, though.
a painfully small eating area. Great pizza, though.
"It's not called gambling if the math is on your side."
March 28th, 2012 at 8:41:23 PM
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Quote: pacomartinSome of the best pizza you will ever have.
You must have never lived anywhere between New Haven CT and NYC.
I have a bewitched egg that I use to play VP with and I have net over 900k with it.
March 28th, 2012 at 8:44:41 PM
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Put me down as a maybe. But no Dan Lubin, Hot Blonde, or European Hottie. Next you will be telling me no Jerry Logan either ???
March 28th, 2012 at 9:09:29 PM
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What are Dan's work hours? Maybe a post-WOVcon field trip is in order?
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
March 28th, 2012 at 9:09:41 PM
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Quote: buzzpaffNext you will be telling me no Jerry Logan either ???
Maybe there is a god :P
I just paid for my trip, BTW.
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March 29th, 2012 at 12:22:51 AM
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I would be a guarantee attendee but after the Wiz's review of Laughlin I have to stay another night.
I have a bewitched egg that I use to play VP with and I have net over 900k with it.
March 29th, 2012 at 1:34:15 PM
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Quote: Wavy70I would be a guarantee attendee but after the Wiz's review of Laughlin I have to stay another night.
To quote Victor Hugo "?"
Anyway, rather than a mindless bump, I'd like to comment about how much my trip cost. I think I found a really good deal, or a bait and switch mechanism. You be the judge.
Item: I bought a package comprising of flight and hotel at the Volaris website (http://volaris.mx). The price for a round-trip MEX/LAS and 12 nigths at 4 Queens is 12,425.82 MXN (that's Mexican pesos), or about $995 USD (that needs no explanation). This breaks down as 8,261.82 MXN for the hotel and a fee for issuing the ticket, and 4,164 MXN for the flight.
Item: Volaris is a "low cost" airline. It uses a three-tier system for tickets, which vary in price. There are differences for on-time guarantees and charges for ticket changes, but the main difference is in the checked lugagge allowed. Lowest tier is 25 kg (about 50 lbs) for international flights, while the highest, most expensive, tier allows for 45 kg (~ 90 lbs). Last night, the ost for a MEX/LAS roundtrip at the lowest tier was 5,140 MXN, or almost 1,000 MXN more than what I paid.
Now, the proof of payment I pritned off the airline's website says I'm entitled to 50 kg. checked luggage. That would mean the ticket was issued at the most expensive tier, yet it was worth less than the lowest tier? So it's either a great deal, or all smoke and mirrors. You know, they quote a higher price for the flight alone, and a great price on the package, so you book everything together.
I'm not complaining. It's well within my budget, and much cheaper than I expected. I had counted on spedning perhaps 20,000 MXN.
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March 29th, 2012 at 1:40:08 PM
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Quote: Wavy70I would be a guarantee attendee but after the Wiz's review of Laughlin I have to stay another night.
So...stay another night. It's a pretty drive between Laughlin and LV - drive up for the meetup, drive back so that you're heading into Laughlin at dusk. You won't regret it...
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
March 29th, 2012 at 1:55:15 PM
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Quote: rdw4potusSo...stay another night. It's a pretty drive between Laughlin and LV - drive up for the meetup, drive back so that you're heading into Laughlin at dusk. You won't regret it...Quote: Wavy70I would be a guarantee attendee but after the Wiz's review of Laughlin I have to stay another night.
If I understand Wavy70's plan correctly, he will be in Laughlin on Thursday night but has decided to stay over for (another) Friday night. He will be in Las Vegas for Saturday night but is not confident of getting into town in time for our Saturday noon gathering for WoVCon][.
March 29th, 2012 at 2:00:39 PM
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Quote: DocIf I understand Wavy70's plan correctly, he will be in Laughlin on Thursday night but has decided to stay over for (another) Friday night. He will be in Las Vegas for Saturday night but is not confident of getting into town in time for our Saturday noon gathering for WoVCon][.
He can catch up a couple of hours later at El Cortez.
What are the distances and speed limits involved, BTW?
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March 29th, 2012 at 2:09:36 PM
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Quote: NareedQuote: DocIf I understand Wavy70's plan correctly, he will be in Laughlin on Thursday night but has decided to stay over for (another) Friday night. He will be in Las Vegas for Saturday night but is not confident of getting into town in time for our Saturday noon gathering for WoVCon][.
He can catch up a couple of hours later at El Cortez.
What are the distances and speed limits involved, BTW?
I'd imagine that at least some folks will be together for several hours at/following the event. I'm about 90% sure that I can attend, BTW.
It's 98 miles from Laughlin to downtown. The first 20 miles or so is a very fun but slow climb out of the valley on NV 163, the remainder is a virtually straight shot on U.S. 95 where the speed limit is 65 (but everybody drives 75...)
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
March 29th, 2012 at 2:33:17 PM
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Quote: rdw4potusI'd imagine that at least some folks will be together for several hours at/following the event.
Possible, but unpredictable.
Quote:I'm about 90% sure that I can attend, BTW.
That would be great. I have you listed as hopeful.
Quote:It's 98 miles from Laughlin to downtown. The first 20 miles or so is a very fun but slow climb out of the valley on NV 163, the remainder is a virtually straight shot on U.S. 95 where the speed limit is 65 (but everybody drives 75...)
How slow? Leaving Mex City to Toluca, for example, involves a gradual climb from 2300 to 3050 meters over about 20 miles. I usually manage it at 80-90 kph. Still assuing an average speed of 55 mph it's about 110 minutes' drive. Not too bad, but also not something I'd care to do while on vacation (not with the drive back in the early evening)
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March 29th, 2012 at 2:39:31 PM
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Quote: Nareed
How slow? Leaving Mex City to Toluca, for example, involves a gradual climb from 2300 to 3050 meters over about 20 miles. I usually manage it at 80-90 kph. Still assuing an average speed of 55 mph it's about 110 minutes' drive. Not too bad, but also not something I'd care to do while on vacation (not with the drive back in the early evening)
How brave are you? The first time I did it, I averaged maybe 40-45 MPH. There are many curves, and some distracting scenery (moreso on the way down into Laughlin). Last time I went to Laughlin, I did it at 60MPH without braking. It's a truck route, and passing is a primary source of difficulty/speed-loss.
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
March 29th, 2012 at 2:41:45 PM
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Google Maps estimates the driving time from the Aquarius in Laughlin to the Four Queens in Las Vegas as 2 hours even.
March 29th, 2012 at 2:48:38 PM
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Quote: rdw4potusHow brave are you?
Interesting question....
I drive cautiously. But I'm also used to the Mex-Toluca highway, which is a long way going up, then a long way going down. Mexico-Cuernavaca is worse, as the exit/entry to Mexico City is a steep slope with many curves along the side of a cliff. I'm used to doing 50-55 mph there.
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March 29th, 2012 at 5:23:55 PM
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Well, you must stop at Terrible's Casino Searchlight. I don't think I've done one trip without stopping there. Besides that, there is absolutely NOTHING on the way from LV to Laughlin.
"Dice, verily, are armed with goads and driving-hooks, deceiving and tormenting, causing grievous woe." -Rig Veda 10.34.4
March 29th, 2012 at 5:27:33 PM
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Quote: teddysWell, you must stop at Terrible's Casino Searchlight. I don't think I've done one trip without stopping there. Besides that, there is absolutely NOTHING on the way from LV to Laughlin.
Have you played the bowling game there? I've stopped several times (usually in frustration after finding the BJ game at the Seachlight Nugget closed), but never played the mini bowling game.
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
March 29th, 2012 at 5:29:56 PM
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Quote: DocGoogle Maps estimates the driving time from the Aquarius in Laughlin to the Four Queens in Las Vegas as 2 hours even.
I've made that drive, and I think you have too. Does it take you 2 hours? It's a little under 100 miles, and except for the very beginning and end, and the bit in Searchlight it's all marked at 55MPH+. Why does google think it takes that long?
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
March 29th, 2012 at 5:33:28 PM
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Quote: rdw4potusWhat are Dan's work hours? Maybe a post-WOVcon field trip is in order?
Noon I can do, and will do. See you there! Dan.
Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes - Henry David Thoreau. Like Dealers' uniforms - Dan.
March 29th, 2012 at 5:42:27 PM
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Quote: PaigowdanNoon I can do, and will do. See you there! Dan.
Good to have you there!
I'll add your name to the list.
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March 29th, 2012 at 6:16:17 PM
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Quote: PaigowdanNoon I can do, and will do. See you there! Dan.
Do you perhaps work that evening? Should we move our late (after El Cortez) game to Henderson?
March 29th, 2012 at 6:51:57 PM
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Quote: DocDo you perhaps work that evening? Should we move our late (after El Cortez) game to Henderson?
If a trip to Henderson will be made that evening, let me know. I'll do the Summerlin and North casinos on Friday, and hit the Henderson's (that I don't have) that night.
"One out of every four people are [morons]"- Kyle, South Park
March 29th, 2012 at 7:56:25 PM
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Mini bowling ? Balls weight 3 lb 12oz, alleys same length, but smaller pins? Is it duckpin bowling, Baltimore's favorite indoor sport?
Well second favorite! LOL
Well second favorite! LOL
March 29th, 2012 at 8:16:11 PM
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Google, as well as a lot of other services and GPS devices, use a common database which includes not only speed limits, but typical average speeds as well as traffic light timings. It's usually pretty accurate if there aren't any accidents or other delays.Quote: rdw4potusWhy does google think it takes that long?
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March 29th, 2012 at 8:29:57 PM
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Quote: buzzpaffMini bowling ? Balls weight 3 lb 12oz, alleys same length, but smaller pins? Is it duckpin bowling, Baltimore's favorite indoor sport?
Well second favorite! LOL
The balls are tiny. I would describe it as elongated non-inclined skiball with pins. Is that duckpin bowling?
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
March 29th, 2012 at 8:35:02 PM
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No it's not. Just curious. Duckpin bowling mainly wash Dc Baltimore and parts of Pa. Totally ingrained. Ten Pins tried unsuccessfully for the most part. i mean I was in a 10 pin bowling alley near the SSA in Woodlawn, probably while Mike still worked there, and the lights and pinsetters got turned off that night because the utilities had not been paid. And the owner was Johnny Unitas. If johnny U could not promote 10 pins, who could ? LOL
March 29th, 2012 at 11:25:54 PM
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Yes Doc is correct the lil woman and I were originally going to get back to LV on Friday but we decided to add a day in Laughlin. My wife and I started hitting there when weekends in Vegas were insane in price. I must say I like the town. I come to Nevada to gamble. If I want resturants and shows I have NYC. So Laughlin has what I need.
But I will try to hit the 4Q for lunch. At least I should see you at the El C. That has been my LV home for about 6 years. BestvRoom DT is the Vintage suite. 3rd floor of the old building.
Duckpin bowling? Ahh I have my own bag and set of balls. Yup In DP you got 3 balls w no holes not one ball w three holes. I grew up in atown of 40k people and no less than 4 duck pin alleys.
But I will try to hit the 4Q for lunch. At least I should see you at the El C. That has been my LV home for about 6 years. BestvRoom DT is the Vintage suite. 3rd floor of the old building.
Duckpin bowling? Ahh I have my own bag and set of balls. Yup In DP you got 3 balls w no holes not one ball w three holes. I grew up in atown of 40k people and no less than 4 duck pin alleys.
I have a bewitched egg that I use to play VP with and I have net over 900k with it.
March 29th, 2012 at 11:36:52 PM
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BTW that Saturday night is the StrEATS fest on the Jackie G Plaza. Went in December for the first time. Lots of food trucks and fun time.
I have a bewitched egg that I use to play VP with and I have net over 900k with it.
March 30th, 2012 at 3:54:17 AM
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In the 1950's i was a pin boy. This was before the Sherman pinsetters. What a disgutsing feeling to chop the 1 and 5 . LOL
Friend and I might have become rich. We were first to think of putting rubber om sideboards to increase action. My buddy's
idiot brother-in-law was mechanical engineer and convinced us it would never work.
Then Brunswick did it and scores went up, faith hope and charity almost disappeared etc. GRRRRRR
Now I got buy a lottery ticket if I wanna get rich. SIGH
Friend and I might have become rich. We were first to think of putting rubber om sideboards to increase action. My buddy's
idiot brother-in-law was mechanical engineer and convinced us it would never work.
Then Brunswick did it and scores went up, faith hope and charity almost disappeared etc. GRRRRRR
Now I got buy a lottery ticket if I wanna get rich. SIGH
March 30th, 2012 at 4:09:50 AM
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Quote: Wavy70BTW that Saturday night is the StrEATS fest on the Jackie G Plaza. Went in December for the first time. Lots of food trucks and fun time.
Pardon me for being naive, but it Jackie G plaza named after " The Great One. " Still love his performance in "The Hustler." gave George Scott and Paul Newman a run for their money.
March 30th, 2012 at 4:36:54 AM
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Jackie Gaughan.Quote: buzzpaffPardon me for being naive, but it Jackie G plaza named after " The Great One. " Still love his performance in "The Hustler." gave George Scott and Paul Newman a run for their money.
"Dice, verily, are armed with goads and driving-hooks, deceiving and tormenting, causing grievous woe." -Rig Veda 10.34.4
March 30th, 2012 at 4:39:51 AM
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Now i feel dumb I thought with eats and a food truck of Jackie Gleason. Damn , too soon old and too late smart !
April 2nd, 2012 at 9:13:40 AM
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You get half-credit for not saying funny.
April 4th, 2012 at 7:38:46 AM
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It's now less than 40 days to WoVCon ][
You can see the date, activities and atendee list here
I can't think of a good joke this early in the morning. So I'll just quote Groucho Marx:
Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read.
You can see the date, activities and atendee list here
I can't think of a good joke this early in the morning. So I'll just quote Groucho Marx:
Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog it's too dark to read.
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April 4th, 2012 at 8:14:17 AM
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I wish I could attend, but I'll be in town 2 weeks after.
I will be going to Chicago Brewing Company though, because the pizza there is excellent. Everyone will enjoy.
I will be going to Chicago Brewing Company though, because the pizza there is excellent. Everyone will enjoy.
April 4th, 2012 at 8:22:12 AM
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Quote: FinsRuleI wish I could attend, but I'll be in town 2 weeks after.
We'll miss you :(
Quote:I will be going to Chicago Brewing Company though, because the pizza there is excellent. Everyone will enjoy.
I chose it becasue I'm staying at the 4 Queens and it was convenient. So it was all "luck" :D
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April 4th, 2012 at 8:38:32 AM
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Quote: Nareed
I can't think of a good joke this early in the morning.
that has never stopped you before!
In a bet, there is a fool and a thief.
- Proverb.
April 4th, 2012 at 9:14:23 AM
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If anybody would be interested, The Plaza is apparently performing the Broadway musical "Best Little Whorehouse in Texas." I have been in this musical before (granted, it was 12 years ago), but this is a musical that everybody can enjoy if they don't mind their singing and dancing with a little bumping and grinding.
Dolly Parton starred in the movie version, and the plot is similar, although there are expanded scenes with the Sheriff and some songs were added to the movie, most notably "I Will Always Love You." It's not a show for children at all, but even if you're not a musical person, it has a lot of humor and a good pacing to it that will keep you interested. If done well, the show is a lot of fun. If it's performed in 90 minutes (as is the Vegas standard), then I imagine you'll be laughing most of the time.
The show performs every night at 7:00pm while WoVCon is going on, so if interested, let me know.
Dolly Parton starred in the movie version, and the plot is similar, although there are expanded scenes with the Sheriff and some songs were added to the movie, most notably "I Will Always Love You." It's not a show for children at all, but even if you're not a musical person, it has a lot of humor and a good pacing to it that will keep you interested. If done well, the show is a lot of fun. If it's performed in 90 minutes (as is the Vegas standard), then I imagine you'll be laughing most of the time.
The show performs every night at 7:00pm while WoVCon is going on, so if interested, let me know.
"One out of every four people are [morons]"- Kyle, South Park
April 4th, 2012 at 11:57:46 AM
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I was still kind of hoping to make it on a last-minute trip, but last night I booked my flights for the wedding I had that conflicted with WoVCon. So, I bid you all good cards, dice, tiles, and luck.
"So drink gamble eat f***, because one day you will be dust." -ontariodealer
April 4th, 2012 at 12:43:03 PM
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Scratch me off the "maybe" list.
I'm coming to Vegas, but I need to be there on 5/2, and there's no way I'd be able to stretch the visit past 5/6. Heck, I doubt I'll stay that long.
Sigh....
I'm coming to Vegas, but I need to be there on 5/2, and there's no way I'd be able to stretch the visit past 5/6. Heck, I doubt I'll stay that long.
Sigh....
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April 4th, 2012 at 12:46:04 PM
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Quote: DJTeddyBearSigh....
There's always WoVCon ]I[ Next year. In fact, you should grab the chance to organize it. That's one way you're sure not to miss it.
Good luck with your side bet!
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April 4th, 2012 at 7:58:57 PM
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Well if I was sure of when I was coming this time, I would have been the organizer!
By the way, as promised elsewhere, here's a thread to discuss WoVCon 2A. I proposed Thursday 5/3.
By the way, as promised elsewhere, here's a thread to discuss WoVCon 2A. I proposed Thursday 5/3.
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Superstitions are silly, childish, irrational rituals, born out of fear of the unknown. But how much does it cost to knock on wood? 😁
April 7th, 2012 at 4:01:19 PM
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Yet another bump:
You can see the date, activities and atendee list here
Instead of a joke (much to the relief of everyone, I'm sure), I thought I'd ask those on the maybe lists whether they have a more firm idea bout their attendance. Thank you.
You can see the date, activities and atendee list here
Instead of a joke (much to the relief of everyone, I'm sure), I thought I'd ask those on the maybe lists whether they have a more firm idea bout their attendance. Thank you.
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April 7th, 2012 at 6:57:58 PM
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You could move me to the "likely" list, and i should know for sure by midweek.
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
April 7th, 2012 at 8:29:10 PM
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Quote: rdw4potusYou could move me to the "likely" list, and i should know for sure by midweek.
Thy will be done (or however that goes).
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