LAS VEGAS JAM BAND SOCIETY
Members’ Meeting Minutes
July 5, 2016
Meeting Begins: 7:50PM @ Rocky’s
President’s Report (Greg): “Okay, this is it…”
Recently spoke with Darcy & Glaucco @ Hard Rock Live regarding shows and possible future shows. Discussion of the 7-9 shows we had in the past year(s). The attendance and the money-loss is something we are not too ‘proud’ of (mainly due to weeknight events/not all members supporting unknown traveling-through musicians). Discussion of what their venue is looking for (i.e. a musical atmosphere for dining/bar patrons to enjoy while at the Hard Rock Café OR a huge monetary profit from the door sales) was had. The discussion of other ‘competing’ music businesses/venues was had, which is providing a musical home for many touring bands. (The venue did take Greg’s suggestion of creating food/drink menus which relate to the theme of the band(s) playing at The Joint, which seem to be popular with tourists/music fans prior and after listening to the music next door.)
Vice President’s Report (John):
The lotteries for the complementary/raffled tickets for the Mandalay Bay Beach concerts and the Widespread Panic shows are now over. The next ‘registration’ will be for UB40. Check Wild Apricot emails for more information.
It is important that all ‘winners’ know to NOT question any employees at the ticket windows, in regards to their names on the list/alternate winners, etc. They have NO knowledge of these lottos and it gets too confusing. Please contact JT or Greg if concerns/questions are had with the registered raffles.
Secretary’s Report (Jessica):
Thanks to those who covered for the June’s meeting/minute help.
Treasurer’s Report (Paige):
The 2016 ‘Membership Cards’ are almost all handed out. As of now, Tenaya Creek Brewery, is giving 10% off when it’s shown. A future listing of other businesses/deals will be on our website once known.
Question regarding the money handling for the event and when to handle business with Andrew at the Hard Rock Café was had. Andrew will touch base with us after the weekend and only Officers will handle any monies.
Mayor’s Report (Justin): ~absent~
….reported via text by Jessica….
COLOR: Mango Tango Orange
Committee Reports:
Fundraising Committee(Kathy):
The after-party tables for the Boombox and ALO (night one) will be set up by Paige and Kathy. Jessica will relieve and ‘break’ the volunteers, as needed.
PRODUCTION REPORT (Greg):
*Tim Reynolds & TR3 are looking to play Vegas on Friday, November 4th. Members seem positive with this booking, so we will move forward. More info TBD.
*Mike Mangan’s Big Organ Trio has contacted us again and wants to enjoy an LVJBS atmosphere once again, this time with his drummer now living nearby! Thinking a connection with the Tecopa Takeover crew may be a good idea. More details TBD.
*John Kadlecik Band (JKB) has no more updates on their interest in playing Las Vegas. More details TBD.
*Paul Citone contacted us in regards to his friend, PETE PIGEON (from Denver) having a CD release party and his band may come through town to share it. More details TBD.
*The Jeff Austin Band contacted us with some August dates. Due to the past lack of attendance at the late summer shows, we are passing this time around.
OPEN FLOOR:
UPCOMING LATE NIGHTS--starting after 11:30pm:
*Boombox, Friday, July 8th @ Vinyl
*ALO two-nights, Saturday and Sunday, July 9 & 10 @ Vinyl
UPCOMING EVENTS:
*Toad the Wet Sprocket & Rusted Root, Monday, July 11th @ The Brooklyn Bowl
*Moksha with The Lique, Thursday, July 21st @ Vinyl.
*Delta Nove, Thursday, July 21st @ Top Golf (details TBA).
*Icycle Tricycles (Grateful Dead covers), Thursday, July 28th @ Saddle & Spurs
*UB40, Saturday, July 30th @ Mandalay Bay Beach
*Claypool/Lennon Delirium, Sunday, July 31st @ The Brooklyn Bowl
*Rebelution, JBoog, & Stick Figure, Thursday, August 18th @ Mandalay Bay Beach
*Michael Franti & Spearhead, Friday, August 26th @ The Brooklyn Bowl
Friends & Family Event:
JULY’S….we are looking for any LVJBS members or friends, with CHILDREN, to pick the date, organize and plan/advertise the July event at KISS MINI-GOLF (at the Rio). Nevada locals are only $9.95/round of 18 holes and there is NO fee to enter and follow the golfers. (Also, check Groupon for deals!).
**Anyone who can help out, please select the date/time, getting the information to our VP, John Tolson, so the LVJBS can assist with its advertising, as well.
AUGUST’S…..held right after our August Members’ Meeting (see below for details)
Monday, AUGUST 15th: 51s Baseball game night vs. the New Orleans Zephyrs. We will be seated in the PARTY ZONE, with the Monday-night $1 snack-size snacks. The pricing is $17.50/person. Be on the ‘lookout’ for more details and information! Tell your ‘friends & family’ to “MARK THEIR CALENDARS”!!! J
SEPTEMBER’S/OCTOBER’S event will be the Canoe adventure at Willow Beach (discussed at the June meeting), Sept. 30-Oct. 2. Permits and reservations are needed, so contact Kathy G. (702)336-5637 with further questions.
NOVEMBER’S event is the TECOPA TAKEOVER on Veteran’s Day weekend:
November 11-13. Information on camping/lodging is on our Wild Apricot page or by contacting Mr. or Mrs. Bichsel.
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Next Meeting:
**MONDAY, August 15th, PRIOR to the 51s Baseball ‘Friends & Family Night’ game. The meeting will start at 6:15pm, prior to the 7:05pm game start. We will meet in the grassy area, near the lower parking lot.
Meeting Adjourned: 8:58PM