Meeting Recap for October 17, 2011
Monday was another great meeting of the Las Vegas Media Group. There was lots of information to share such as upcoming events.
Old Time Reunion Dinner
Thalia Dondero and Jim Marsh provided information on the Old Time Reunion taking place at the Orleans on Sunday, October 23rd. The event starts at 5:00 pm. Tickets are $45.00. RESERVATIONS will be taken up until Thursday, October 20th so make sure you get your name on the list. Here’s a website for more information: http://oldtimereunion.com/sign-up/ I am told they will take last-minute walk-ins, but to ensure there’s enough food for everyone, please put your name on the list.
Goldstroms’s Classic Car Show
Rollie provided a flier on the 10th annual car show taking place on Saturday, November 5th. It starts at 8:00 am. For more information check out the website at http://nostalgiastreetrods.com/
Dear friend Murray Westgate could sure use some cheering up as he’s experiencing some health issues right now. I bet he’d LOVE to hear from you, so send him an email at mwestworld@embarqmail.com and say hello!
October Birthdays
Happy Birthday to Florence Mayhew, Joe Thomson, and Bruce Langson!
If your birthday is not on my list, please send it to me! We want to send you best wishes during your birthday month
We had some new people attending the meeting; it’s always great to see new faces in the crowd. One attendee, Stu Michaels, shared that he has a book coming out. It’s called You Can’t Make This Up. Find out more at his website: http://youcantmakethisupbook.com/tag/stu-michaels/
Speaker of the Month
Our very own Don Payne provided the entertainment by sharing his career history for the Las Vegas News Bureau. It was a wonderful talk and it is always great to hear from our very own members who have amazing stories to share. I received an email
remarking on Don’s talk, “I was surprised to hear how big a job Don Paine had with the News Bureau, and how modest he was
in his presentation.” Great job, Don – and thank you for taking the time to share with us!
Next Meeting
Speaking of member stories – next meeting, November 21st we will hear from Jim Marsh. Jim has some great tales to tell so be sure and RSVP so we can have a seat waiting for you at the next meeting.
Nevada History Project
As many of you know, I have requested that my Nevada history students interview you individually for a project. Unfortunately, I did not have enough students for a class this semester so the project is postponed until spring. I still have the names of those that have agreed to be interviewed, but need more so if you are interested, or would like more information, just contact me at gioiaacres1988@gmail.com or 702 245-9206.
See you all in November! Boy, the days are going by quickly!
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
November Meeting
Our next meeting will take place on Monday, November 21 (always the 3rd Monday of the month). Member Jim Marsh, long-time Las Vegas businessman is our speaker. Jim is going to have some wonderful stories to share.
RSVPs for the meeting are required. It's simple - just call Lisa at 702 245-9206 or email to lasvegasmediagroup@gmail.com
See you there!
RSVPs for the meeting are required. It's simple - just call Lisa at 702 245-9206 or email to lasvegasmediagroup@gmail.com
See you there!
Thursday, September 1, 2011
September Meeting
Our September meeting will take place at The Wedding Room at 3601 West Sahara on the southeast corner of Valley View on Monday, September 19, 2011.
The speaker this month will be Sammy Shore, who is a stand-up comedienne, who performs in nightclubs and casino's across the U.S.
Shore was also handpicked by Colonel Parker to be Elvis's opening act during his 1969-1972 comeback tour in Las Vegas. He would then become known as "the man who made Elvis laugh."
Meeting begins at 11:30 am. RSVP's are required.
For more details and to RSVP, send an email to lasvegasmediagroup@gmail.com
The speaker this month will be Sammy Shore, who is a stand-up comedienne, who performs in nightclubs and casino's across the U.S.
Shore was also handpicked by Colonel Parker to be Elvis's opening act during his 1969-1972 comeback tour in Las Vegas. He would then become known as "the man who made Elvis laugh."
Meeting begins at 11:30 am. RSVP's are required.
For more details and to RSVP, send an email to lasvegasmediagroup@gmail.com
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
August Meeting
Our August meeting will take place at The Wedding Room at 3601 West Sahara on the southeast corner of Valley View on Monday, August 15, 2011.
The speaker for this month is Mr. Bob Deiro, long-time Las Vegas businessman and former pilot for none other than Howard Hughes. Mr. Deiro has some great stories he's going to share with the group. This is sure to be another one of those meetings where we hear some great Las Vegas history right from "the horse's mouth" as they say.
Meeting begins at 11:30 am. RSVP's are required.
For more details and to RSVP, send an email to lasvegasmediagroup@gmail.com
The speaker for this month is Mr. Bob Deiro, long-time Las Vegas businessman and former pilot for none other than Howard Hughes. Mr. Deiro has some great stories he's going to share with the group. This is sure to be another one of those meetings where we hear some great Las Vegas history right from "the horse's mouth" as they say.
Meeting begins at 11:30 am. RSVP's are required.
For more details and to RSVP, send an email to lasvegasmediagroup@gmail.com
July Meeting Recap
Wow. What a turnout for the meeting today at the Railroad Pass Casino. We had 48 in attendance! Thanks to all of you that made the trek all the way out to the edge of Boulder City for this lunch meeting. I’m sure each one of you will say that it was well worth the long drive. Thanks go to Curt Thompson, Pat Malloy, and the entire staff of the Conductor’s Room who provided us with an amazing lunch of salad, steak sandwich and strawberry shortcake. Curt was our speaker, giving us a brief history of the casino (opened in 1931 and celebrating its 80th birthday on August 1st), a few great stories about his early Las Vegas life, and gave us a tour of both the Heritage Museum and the vault containing a safe put in place in 1931 and not opened for at least two decades. No one can recall if the safe is empty or not, and for the time being, Curt and his team want to keep the mystery alive. There were so many new faces today, as well as many folks who don’t get a chance to visit us too often. I bounced around to take as many pictures as I could.
I had six copies of the DVD containing the late Rex Bell’s talk back in March. They are $1.00 each so if you wish to have one, just let me know and I’ll get one to you at the next meeting. And for all of you who might be interested in attending, Mr. Bell’s service takes place this Saturday (July 23rd) at the South Point from noon-3 pm. Thanks so much to Cork Proctor for the fantastic job he is doing on booking speakers for us. It is through his great contacts that we have so many great ones. Make sure you let Cork know how much you appreciate his efforts. We have some surprises for you in the near future, so stay tuned!
New Name
As you know, we’ve been talking about giving our group a new, updated name. We aren’t just a group of “Old Timers” who worked as journalists and photographers any more. We are growing so much and include in our ranks entertainers, hobby and professional historians, life-long Nevada residents, and members both young and not-so-young – we are quite an eclectic group whose main goal is to keep our state history alive and remembered. Curt Thompson offered a great name for our group for your consideration – I think it needs a little more attached to it, but maybe I’m wrong. He thought of The Founders, because, as he explained, this group of people really did “found” Las Vegas through their media and entertainment efforts, and now with our monthly meetings we continue the legacy of recalling the history. Why not weigh in on the name and tell us what you think?
Jane Ann Morrison Column
Look for a mention of our group in Jane Ann Morrison’s column this Thursday! Thanks, Jane Ann, for coming to our meeting.
Rex Bell
I had six copies of the DVD containing the late Rex Bell’s talk back in March. They are $1.00 each so if you wish to have one, just let me know and I’ll get one to you at the next meeting. And for all of you who might be interested in attending, Mr. Bell’s service takes place this Saturday (July 23rd) at the South Point from noon-3 pm. Thanks so much to Cork Proctor for the fantastic job he is doing on booking speakers for us. It is through his great contacts that we have so many great ones. Make sure you let Cork know how much you appreciate his efforts. We have some surprises for you in the near future, so stay tuned!
New Name
As you know, we’ve been talking about giving our group a new, updated name. We aren’t just a group of “Old Timers” who worked as journalists and photographers any more. We are growing so much and include in our ranks entertainers, hobby and professional historians, life-long Nevada residents, and members both young and not-so-young – we are quite an eclectic group whose main goal is to keep our state history alive and remembered. Curt Thompson offered a great name for our group for your consideration – I think it needs a little more attached to it, but maybe I’m wrong. He thought of The Founders, because, as he explained, this group of people really did “found” Las Vegas through their media and entertainment efforts, and now with our monthly meetings we continue the legacy of recalling the history. Why not weigh in on the name and tell us what you think?
Jane Ann Morrison Column
Look for a mention of our group in Jane Ann Morrison’s column this Thursday! Thanks, Jane Ann, for coming to our meeting.
Thursday, July 7, 2011
July Meeting
Next month we’re going on a field trip! The July meeting will be held at the historic Railroad Pass Casino, which is the oldest existing hotel in the country. There will be a 20-30 min. presentation on the history of the Railroad Pass Casino, followed by a tour of the Heritage Room Museum. The 80th anniversary of the Railroad Pass Casino will be Aug. 1. Everybody in attendance to the luncheon will receive a special commemorative gift to mark the occasion. Should be a fun and fascinating meeting; hope to see you all there. RSVP’s are required, email Lisa at gioiaacres1988@gmail.com.
The address to the Casino is 2800 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson NV, 89002. Lunch will take place in the Conductor’s Room
The address to the Casino is 2800 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson NV, 89002. Lunch will take place in the Conductor’s Room
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
June Meeting
Next meeting is on June 20th at 11:30 AM.
The location is The Wedding Room at 3601 West Sahara on the southeast corner of Valley View. If you know where the Gallery of History is (was?) located and/or The Cellar, then you know where it is; Mariana’s Grocery Store on one side and Kaplan College on the other.
There is a handicap entrance through the alley between the college and The Wedding Room. The phone number for any questions or directions is 362-6712.
There is a speaker that is sure to please everyone. Lunch is $15.00 and the food is said to be great! R.S.V.P.s required. Contact Lisa at 702 245-9206 or email gioiaacres1988@gmail.com
The location is The Wedding Room at 3601 West Sahara on the southeast corner of Valley View. If you know where the Gallery of History is (was?) located and/or The Cellar, then you know where it is; Mariana’s Grocery Store on one side and Kaplan College on the other.
There is a handicap entrance through the alley between the college and The Wedding Room. The phone number for any questions or directions is 362-6712.
There is a speaker that is sure to please everyone. Lunch is $15.00 and the food is said to be great! R.S.V.P.s required. Contact Lisa at 702 245-9206 or email gioiaacres1988@gmail.com
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