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Once again, it's time for a party. Many of you have been sitting it out all year, telling friends and neighbors, "Sorry, I can't come to your orgy; I'm saving myself for the Big Empire." Others among you simply haven't been invited to any parties. That's okay. we weren't either. So, we're throwing our own, and you're invited. This year, the festivities take place June 8 and June 9. Check back with this page for more details as the date approaches because everything is always subject to change, and there is no guarantee of anything.
Due to the continual decline of the once-beloved Gold Spike, we are moving our festivities to the newly resplendent El Cortez. We even arranged for a special rate on a very limited number of rooms there: e-mail us for details.
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1st Annual Sigma Derby Handicapper's Challenge On June 8, 2007, Up to 20 of the world's finest horse racing handicappers will partake of this high-stakes test of talent. Sigma Derby, also known as "that weird mechanical horse racing thing" is perhaps the most accurate predictor of a handicapper's knowledge of the ponies, the tracks and the weather. Each gambler will enter the squared track with $10: $5 to wager on ponies and $5 to put into the champion's pocket. The gamblers will be allowed to wager however they like, but must make no more or less than $5 worth of wagers over the same 20 races as the other entrants. Whoever leaves the table with the most winnings (and there will be lots) gets to keep them plus pocket the prize pool, and earn the title of World's Most Accurate Handicapper. The event is scheduled for two heats of ten players each. Or, if some jerks are alreayd playing, we may have to break down into more heats). The time for this event is not yet scheduled, but is likely to take place deep in the night at the Frontier Hotel on June 8, when there is little to no crowd. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. Spectators stand by for details on the post time. |
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7th Annual Solar System Series of Poker The Solar System's most important tournament, the Solar System Series of Poker, is scheduled for noon on Saturday, June 9th at Binion's. This is a No-limit Texas Hold 'Em Freezeout tournament. This is the only Professional-caliber poker tournament where you can play with hobos, winos and robots! All entry fees are paid out in prizes, plus the Ultimate Champion receives the prestigious SSSOP bracelet. If you haven't played in a previous SSSOP, your chances of getting a seat in this prestigious $15 entry fee Mega-Event with life-changing cash prizes (plus you get a T-shirt) are slim, but they aren't non-existent. THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. |
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10th Annual Cocktail Soiree Have a drink with us. Or have two. We'll be meeting at the El Cortez Hotel and Casino at 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 9. Enjoy fine music and finer cocktails. This is a swell opportunity to meet the folks behind the Big Empire, as well as other Las Vegas aficionados. We'll have the room until 10 or so before we spill into the bar and casino. E-mail for more details. |
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Sartorial Splendor Once again this year you are encouraged to dress the part of Vegas scalawag.Folks, this is not a costume contest, and there is no wagering (unless we get a piece of the action). This is simply your opportunity to let your id dress you and immerse youself in the Vegas spirit. Winners of the Sartorial Splendor are selected in an informal poll of Soiree attendees. And the prize is usually just the satisfaction of knowing you have class. |
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The night devolves into debauchery The official events end when the last event is complete, but the party is far from over. Play some craps, drink mass quantities of beverages, eat pie at the Gold Spike, redeem a funbook coupon, watch a Las Vegas sunrise, or do whatever other hijinks you can think of. Don't rest until you've either won every dollar from every Las Vegas casino or the sun comes up on a Sunday morning -- whichever's first. Either way, we'll be asking for a loan. |
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