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Yelp Inaugural Ball 2009 -- Sorry Guest List Is Closed!

Category:
Nightlife
When:
Tuesday, January 20, 2009 8:00 PM
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Where:

Country

3.5 star rating
based on 52 reviews
90 Madison Ave
New York, NY 10016
(212) 889-7100
Cost:
Free
Submitted by:
Jane K.
Jane K.  
What/Why:
RSVPs are now CLOSED for this event. If you've already RSVPed, confirmations will be sent out by Friday, 1/16!!
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Happy New Year Yelp New York!

As a presidential kick off to 2009, we're throwing the biggest party New York Yelp has ever seen from 8 - 10pm on January 20th, 2009 at Country on Madison Ave. That's right, you heard us, it's time to get in line for the Yelp Inaugural Ball!

Prepare your palate to enjoy delectable treats courtesy of Country's master chef, Geoffrey Zakarian. Yelpers have called his food "deeply satisfying, "unbelievably beautiful," and just plain "yum," and that's a culinary proposition we can all support.

There'll also be an array of tantalizing performances and experiences to make you glad you voted (you did, right?). You can look forward to the booty shaking goodness of Sugar Shack Burlesque in the Champagne Room. And if you can't handle the heat, make sure to hit the Indy Drink Room where we'll be featuring tastes from a few choice boutique liquors, beers and wine purveyors. And when you need a change of scene, be sure to mosey over to our "A Change We Can Believe In" Manicure Room, where the lovely ladies from Spa Chinois will be giving out complimentary nail makeovers!  

After working up a sweat on the dancefloor, cool down with cocktails provided by Saaga Vodka. Mind the paparazzi you party animal, Denisimo and his crew will be manning the Obamabooth where yelpers can get a shot with our very own "Barack O". Don't get too tipsy though, or you might miss ImaginAerial's gravity-defying feats, sure to cause a change in the pants for some. While the cost of entry is nil, we will be asking for donations to local food kitchen, St. John's Bread & Life. Your $10 donation supplies five hot, nutritious meals OR an Emergency Grocery Pack for a family of four.

Yelp Inaugural Ball 2009 offer:

The Carlton on Madison is pleased to offer a $125 room rate for the evening of Tuesday, January 21, 2009 for Yelp Inaugural Ball 2009 guests

This is a call-in rate. Please call 800-601-8500 for reservations.  Guests must ask for the Yelp rate.

How do you get into this shindig?

All you've got to do is send us your RSVP with the subject line "Inaugural Ball" and be sure to include your first & last name, guest's full name and a link to your Yelp profile directly to nyparty@yelp.com.  You MUST email nyparty@yelp.com or you will not be on the list, clicking "I'm In" or "Sounds Cool" DOES NOT mean you are on the guest list.

This is a 21+ Event and you MUST bring ID.

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12/9/2008 Chun "Tennis Guru" L. says:

Is this a Black Tie event?
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12/9/2008 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

It's dressy. And if you want to wear a tux Chun, I don't think anyone would complain ;)
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12/9/2008 peter d. says:

I'll complain if he makes me look bad.
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12/9/2008 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

Aww man, I need a black tie..........
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12/9/2008 Germaine "Phuck your Pho!" C. says:

Country is a great place!
Interesting.
Will 'Frank Bruni' be there?
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12/9/2008 Preethi "Sweet P." C. says:

woo hoo! can't wait!
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12/9/2008 molly "skillionaire" c. says:

f*ck holiday parties! january is the new december!
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12/9/2008 Joey "Bones" H. says:

I'll be sure to iron my shirt this time.
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12/9/2008 Chun "Tennis Guru" L. says:

Black Tie it is.

I'll be the overdressed fellow.
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12/9/2008 Paul R. says:

molly - do you remember us getting married in early 2007?  

now we're both in new york.
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12/9/2008 molly "skillionaire" c. says:

it was a thread, right? bc you haven't been supporting me IRL!! ha!
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12/9/2008 roderick A. says:

since i'll still be on an Inaugural high from the morning, I may as well make it complete.
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12/9/2008 Preethi "Sweet P." C. says:

yes, I'm so glad it's not during the holidays  - there's too much going on!!
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12/9/2008 Kevin "Public Servant" L. says:

Kinda tempted to come up for this just so I can escape the insanity that will ensue here in the D Sizzle.
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12/9/2008 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Kevin - you must come help us inaugurate!
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12/9/2008 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

I am so excited for this event! With all these crazy layoff's and everything I have been busy with work lately. Television Industry is suffering! I can't wait to see all my crazy, sexy & cool Yelpies again! Looking forward to it Jane... again.. I will be the drunk girl at the end of the party still lingering around. ;o)
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12/9/2008 Natasha "Vanity" L. says:

oooh we get to dress up! Love it!
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12/10/2008 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

"...the most politically incorrect way to kick off the New Year!!", Jane???!!
LOL, please, gimme a break! Here in NYC, This will be about as "politically incorrect" as an "I love Ralph Nader Event" would be in Boise, Idaho or Salt Lake City, Utah!!!

Anyhow, I'll be there. If anything, for the free food and booze and the good company - no matter HOW politically correct this event will be here in NYC.
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12/10/2008 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

Sorry, meant "as politically incorrect as an  "I *HATE* Ralph Nader Event in Boise or SLC...".
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12/10/2008 Nina C. says:

Ooooohhhh, formal attire???  I promise NOT to do an outfit change in the middle a la the Yelp Christmas Party last year - amongst other things...
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12/10/2008 Maria "Please don't say 'totes' in my presence" M. says:

Yeah, and I promise not to let Julie yank off my pants in the middle.....awwww, she ain't here =(  I miss her.

PS - Do I need to wear heels for this, or can I get away with a cute cocktail dress and black patent leather Adidas?
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12/10/2008 Nina C. says:

i doubt anyone will be looking at our feet, but I'm down for some f-me heels...  It's just one day, after all.
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12/10/2008 Karen "AMAZING" F. says:

i cannot wait!!! i get back from vaca on the 17th so this is PERFECT!!!
i am totally getting my LBD on and celebrating the coming OBAMA years! woot.
and yes nina c. sex shoes are definitely mandatory!
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12/10/2008 k "Phyuck Yiu" s. says:

yo I am down for this...i have not been to a Yelp party ever...
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12/10/2008 Mike S. says:

I'll have a black tie on... and a smile.
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12/10/2008 Monica R. says:

woooohoooooooo.
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12/10/2008 Carrisa P. says:

Done and done.  I'm in!!
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12/10/2008 Maria "Please don't say 'totes' in my presence" M. says:

Nee Nee, wear em if you can walk in em!  I cannot, so I'll just run around barefoot.
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12/10/2008 Nina C. says:

I can always change out of them later...  We'll see, maybe we can both rock some black patent leather Adidas...
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12/11/2008 Joolie "mzjoolz if you're nasty!" T. says:

i have a HUGE complaint... WHY does every damned event have to be planned on a WEEKNIGHT? i have a serious grudge against Yelp NY.

i have an evening dress i bought for my company masquerade ball in LA.... i could have re-worn it to this event-- but NOoOooo. it's on a weeknight. 8pm even. WTF.

i need a vicodin.
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12/11/2008 Jeff "Calabaza de Vaca" O. says:

I have a court date this day, I will already be dressed up.
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12/11/2008 roderick A. says:

i can answer this: because no restaurant in NY will give up their valuable space on a weekend. That's when they, theoretically, make a good percentage of their money. So they'd rather give up a weekday, when there are fewer customers thus freeing up restaurant space.

and quite frankly, it's cheaper to rent out a restaurant during the weekday.

jeez, i see everybody wants some of my leftover vicodin.
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12/11/2008 Sarah "I live in Hell and like it" B. says:

I won't be able to make this...I will be in DC for the real thing!! WOO HOO!
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12/11/2008 Helen "Mweesha" N. says:

so Jane, do you need burlesque performers for this one?....
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12/12/2008 roderick A. says:

hey Mr DJ - is this where I sign up to reserve a dance with jane? I'd like to request "Wishing on a Star" by Rose Royce or "Make it Real" by the Jets for my dance.

thanks!
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12/12/2008 Nic B. says:

I will be making a grand entrance in a ball gown.
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12/12/2008 John "big stacks" N. says:

@Nic B

Make sure you twirl on your way in
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12/12/2008 Nic B. says:

I'll be doing several somersaults in a row on my way in. In my prom dress.
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12/12/2008 Joolie "mzjoolz if you're nasty!" T. says:

and what? they can't make a good percentage of money off of Yelpers on a Friday/Saturday? please! i think we guzzle more booze in an hour than let's say an average bar/lounge filled with LES hipsters.

c'mon~ a weekend event needs to come into play one of these days. some of us have CAREERS and don't get out of work like most 9 to 5'ers.
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12/12/2008 Joolie "mzjoolz if you're nasty!" T. says:

yes, i need some Vic's. that last post was total PMS'in.
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12/12/2008 Scott R. says:

cool.
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12/13/2008 julia s. j. says:

yayyyy for F me heels & meeting more yelpers!
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12/15/2008 Victor "Let off some steam, Bennett" L. says:

Eh ra, sounds like i'm in.
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12/15/2008 Jonny "Back on the East Coast and Searching for a Burrito" C. says:

I will dust off my Yelp tux and train it down to see my Yamily.
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12/15/2008 Popescu "Mnk" M. says:

very cool... except i can't make it :( it's too far for me....
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12/15/2008 Mike "The-Boss" V. says:

I will be in NYC on a short business junket at that time..I'm in and it will be fun to finally meet the Yelpers I have known for so long..face to face..
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12/15/2008 matthew "rehab is for quitters" h. says:

i need to dig up my tux. i clean up alright
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12/15/2008 Kathleen "KRey" R. says:

You had me at "several open bars."
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12/15/2008 Michael "NAUI Instructor Weatness  ® ™  2009" F. says:

bah. I'll be diving in the Exumas. :-(
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12/15/2008 Kristin "find me a rooftop" M. says:

Sooo excited for this!
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12/15/2008 Kate "the present king of france" T. says:

The first yelp event that i'm going to be seriously annoyed to miss, instead of just quite annoyed. Someone drink too much for me, please.
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12/15/2008 Chun "Tennis Guru" L. says:

Kate, I got your back...  I'll drink two in your honor.
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12/15/2008 roderick A. says:

Kate, i got your back...i'll start tonight and continue right thru january 20th.
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12/15/2008 victoria "mama snark" v. says:

ok, who's got my back? some one has to drink 3 in my honor!
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12/15/2008 Ben C. says:

i haven't seen a tux since high school prom...i may have to steal one from a drunk guy on new years, bond-style
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12/15/2008 Oriana "C'mon...this beat cost a lot of money!" J. says:

Victoria, I will drink 7 in your honor; that's two for year of you, and one for Snarky...as long as said drinks are gin, rum, or whiskey based.
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12/15/2008 Oriana "C'mon...this beat cost a lot of money!" J. says:

*two for the each of you, I swear I didn't hit the bottle early!
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12/18/2008 Chun "Tennis Guru" L. says:

This is turning out to be on major Anti-AA gathering.
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12/21/2008 Tiffany B. says:

If I am in town, I will surely attend...although my fine threads may still be in storage...hmm.
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12/21/2008 Ki G. says:

I am really looking forward to trotting out some of my fancy garb, as opposed to the usual garb. Garb!
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12/21/2008 roderick A. says:

Lynn "Gigi [the WTF edition]" Z. says: LOL@ what Chun said..."this is turning out to be a major Anti-AA gathering."
****
why else would anyone goto a Yelp event? you mean people are actually going because they want to meet other people?

wow, that's a foreign concept to me.
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12/21/2008 Rachel B from LES "Edumacated" B. says:

Sunds like a nice soiree-Count me in.
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12/21/2008 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

Is this white tie or black tie? Black, right?
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12/21/2008 Rachel B from LES "Edumacated" B. says:

Rod has already deemed himself "not the official welcome-wagoner of Yelp".
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12/21/2008 Yosh H. says:

Steve, we should do white tie!  Shake things up a bit.
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12/22/2008 norm "brave" g. says:

last year in december yelp put on a fantastic bash. this one looks like it'll be no different. there is no place closer to heaven than the last hour of a huge yelp bash. i'm thinking of half a dozen wasted people on a banquette built for two.
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12/24/2008 Monica R. says:

not to mention many motorboats to come....only a few were able to witness the motorboat shenanigans at the last event...
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12/29/2008 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

Yosh, I don't wanna do white tie if everyone else is doing black. I assume it's black because it said "formal", not "ultra formal". Formal is black and ultra is white, no? Plus, I hate tails.
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1/1/2009 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

"Elites only" starting at 7:00, but then the Nons are allowed in at 8:00 to join the party, Rima. I don't know how this will apply to Elites' +1s. I'd assume and hope that the +1s will be able to accompany their hosts into the party at 7:00 too.
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1/1/2009 Genevieve "Mama of Foodies R Goodies" C. says:

Hey Steve, you finally going to this event?!!! :o)
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1/1/2009 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

I've always been going to this, Genevieve (unless I have to work that night or become deathly ill, that is). If I have to work, at least I'll be dressed for it though. It'll be good to see you again!
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1/1/2009 Genevieve "Mama of Foodies R Goodies" C. says:

@Steve - If you need to work, call out sick! LOL!
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1/1/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

Hope to make it....its up in the air for now.I depends if my schedule permits it and if my mommy lets me come out and play.
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1/3/2009 Joolie "mzjoolz if you're nasty!" T. says:

i will be rockin' a potato sack and heels.

that'll show 'em!
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1/4/2009 Haley "drinking colt 45 because lando told me to" S. says:

This sounds awesome - count me in!
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1/5/2009 Jeffrey "You may have to age but do not have to mature" K. says:

Sounds like a party to me.  I think I will make my way into the city for this one -- sounds like a blast, but is my tux necessary? :-)
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1/5/2009 jeff "walking.Yelp.com" c. says:

buncha ballERS
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1/5/2009 Kyle "Schmid Schmyle" H. says:

this sounds terrifying
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1/5/2009 Olivia "Olive" M. says:

This looks like fun....is there a dress code?
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1/6/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

In case you didn't notice, RSVP is now OPEN for this event!! Make sure to EMAIL nyparty@yelp.com with you and your guests' FULL NAMES or you will not be on the guestlist!

* "sounds cool" and "I'm in" are NOT considered RSVPs for this event.

So excited to party with all you beautiful people in a few weeks!! You know I'll be sportin' some serious cocktail attire!
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1/6/2009 Kristina "Sailor Mouth" I. says:

Is this going to be an all Asian event again?
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1/6/2009 Gia "The Dopeness" V. says:

Uh oh look at Jane pulling out the big guns on us with the "serious cocktail attire"!
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1/6/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Welcome to the gun show.
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1/6/2009 addie c. says:

Can I show up without  date?
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1/6/2009 Laura W. says:

Gasp! This will be my first yelp event. Time for a change indeed.
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1/6/2009 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

So I know it's cocktail attire and most will be dressed in their finest but is ok if we also show up in "theme" costumes? :)
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1/6/2009 Ernie "recovering pinkberry-holic" K. says:

this will be my first yelp event.  can i go alone?
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1/6/2009 Tonsies "Tonsies" S. says:

ya! cool!
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1/6/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Lexy - you know I'm a theme fiend.
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1/6/2009 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

Awesome, Im going to BRING IT then Jane!

:o)
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1/6/2009 jeff "walking.Yelp.com" c. says:

I'll be there for the first hour...dinner plans after
Huge advocate of donations. We should always give back when we can.
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1/6/2009 Gabriel "5 star" U. says:

I thought it was Geoffrey Zakarian?
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1/6/2009 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

Can I be someone's +1 so I can get in at 7:00 with the Elites instead of having to wait until 8:00 when they let in us Nons? Thanks.
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1/6/2009 Sarah "I live in Hell and like it" B. says:

I was gonna go to the Inauguration of Obama, but DC will be jampacked.  So, I'm ditching the Prez to see my fellow Yelpers at their best...well, maybe....
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1/6/2009 Kristen K. says:

this sounds sweet as balls, i can't wait
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1/6/2009 mabel "mabester" s. says:

YES! and black tie?! i'm in
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1/6/2009 Cara A. says:

Ok, ya'll, I just RSVP'd for me and my +1 and then got this message:

"Thanks, we'll let you know!
And just so you know...
To accommodate as many yelpers as we can while also making sure events are comfortable and not overly crowded, we sometimes have to turn away some people. If that ever happens to you, please know that it's nothing personal and that another Elite event is probably just around the corner! Also keep in mind that we try to give priority to folks who we haven't seen in a while."

WTF does "Thanks we'll let you know" mean? If I might get turned away at the door, what's the point of an RSVP?
Please enlighten me, someone.
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1/6/2009 Brian "hard to say without saying" B. says:

steampunk cocktail attire acceptable?

wat?
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1/6/2009 Ben "FUC my life" W. says:

I'll be pissing in the fruit punch with my baby blue tuxedo on.
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1/6/2009 Ben C. says:

damn i have to know my +1's name already? I thought I had a couple weeks to find somebody...should I wait to RSVP, or is it going to fill up? or has it already?
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1/6/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Elites will all be confirmed by Jan 15th!!

Regular yelpers will receive confirmations by Jan 16th!
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1/6/2009 james "did i outlive rock 'n' roll?" f. says:

WTF does "Thanks we'll let you know" mean? If I might get turned away at the door, what's the point of an RSVP?
Please enlighten me, someone.
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Coo-- I thought that meant they would let you know by email confirmation. I hope so.
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1/6/2009 Cara A. says:

James and Jane -- Thanks! :)
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1/6/2009 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

It would kinda be a bummer if I went out and a got a crazy themed costume gown for the Yelp Inaugural Ball and then  the RSVP was full and I could not get in....  :o(

I guess I could just get it anyway and by some chance I don't get into the ball.. I can walk my little tush over to Sugar Sweet Sunshine and treat to myself to a box of cupcakes and be the room eye candy for the people passing by on a sugar crack attack.
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1/6/2009 Jeff "Calabaza de Vaca" O. says:

wow, that's a lot of people. If I go, I will be sure to be on time, get a seat and watch the madness ensue.

http://www.youtube.com...
I always think about this.
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1/6/2009 k "Phyuck Yiu" s. says:

ok so Pam n me are gonna be attending this event... what time does it start? 7pm or 8 pm?
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1/7/2009 Alan "Apples" G. says:

Emailed my RSVP at 2 this afternoon, although i didn't get that mysterious "we'll let you know" email that y'all have mentioned. Makes me antsy.

As for dress code, has that become concrete? I'm hearin' black tie, but I haven't seen it on the flyer or anything official (unless I'm blind and just missing it, terribly). I'm all for dressing up, but you guys talking 'bout tuxes are making me nervous. Call me uncultured, but I haven't worn a tux since high school (nor do I own one or particularly want to go procure one)... I was planning on a suit, maybe even just a nice blazer/dress pants w/ a black tie combo. Will I be persecuted by fashion nazis? Kicked to the curb by an angry Elite mob?

I'm not lazy, I swear. I wanna look good for Barack, really, but I also wanna be comfy!

(Although I do have to admit that that shiny satin stripe would look killa cool on the dancefloor... But I can manage that without the satin, 'cause my moves be so smooth.)
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1/7/2009 Alan "Apples" G. says:

Oops nevermind, I am in fact blind. Of course at the beginning of the thread, Solid Gold Jane calls it "dressy" in response to the Black Tie-ness question. I can work with that. Sorry folks.
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1/7/2009 Joolie "mzjoolz if you're nasty!" T. says:

i rsvp'd you as my plus one, Steve... just in case someone else did... you're coming with ME.
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1/7/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

LBDs are always hot Courtney! I'm also a big believer in overdressing rather than underdressing...watch out for my ball gown!
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1/7/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

I RSVP's but instead of the subject line "Inagural Ball" I put "the Ball". I'm also not sure if I want to bring my plus one now....HALP!
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1/7/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

If you're not Elite, as long as you RSVP to nyparty@yelp.com you're golden.

But not as gold as my gold badge.

Oh, and be sure to include FULL names for both you and your guest AND a link to your profile...
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1/7/2009 arvind g. says:

Didn't get the notorious, "we'll let you know" e-mail either, but Jane's message above gives me much to hope for. Looking forward to my first Yelp event, though I'm a long-time Yelp user, and a newfound Yelp photo poster.
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1/7/2009 Craig "Mr. Pinchy" N. says:

can't wait to get dressed up.  :)
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1/7/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Remember, saying "I'm In" or "Sounds Cool" does NOT count as an RSVP!!

If you don't email nyparty@yelp.com (or respond via the Elite calendar for Elites), then you will not be on our list.
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1/7/2009 jeff "walking.Yelp.com" c. says:

that's it..I'm putting 24k gold leaf on my badge..so what if it's fugazi
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1/7/2009 Carolyn C. says:

ohhh, i can't wait! this will be my first yelp event! and i'll get to wear a new gown! hurray!
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1/7/2009 Gabriel "5 star" U. says:

First event for myself as well!
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1/7/2009 Fay "Cooking Baker Eater" N. says:

Sounds like fun. Can you bring a friend?
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1/7/2009 Jim L. says:

I can't stand BO and his policies!  Can I still attend??
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1/7/2009 Kate "bendy straws make drinks great" F. says:

FYI fellow yelpers and yelpettes...

Y'all can pump up the Inauguration fun with this event I just posted - a live viewing party at Caroline's that morning during the ceremony from 10a-1p. It's a chance to celebrate with friends and colleagues (tax deductible company outing anyone??) The only cost is a tax deductible contribution of any amount of your choosing to The White House Project (a great group I happen to work for).

Mimosas! Brunch! Change!

:)

find the event listing with RSVP info here... http://www.yelp.com/ev...
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1/8/2009 Jen "Lowbrow Pursuits" C. says:

Time to fetch my high school prom dress.

Kidding.

Ambien timeeee.
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1/8/2009 John R. says:

I've never been in the Champagne Room.
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1/8/2009 Kate S. says:

Solid as Barack.
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1/9/2009 Aria "Ditta Von Teese Wannabe" v. says:

I'm just wondering, are we going to get a verification that we're on the list after we RSVP? Rima says that if  you're still listed on the "I'm In" list, you're officially RSVP'd, but I just wanna be sure.

I don't feel like getting all pretty just to be turned away at the door....
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1/9/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Let me repeat:

"I'm In" does NOT mean you are on the guestlist for this event. You MUST email nyparty@yelp.com to RSVP or you will NOT BE ON THE LIST. It'll be a bummer but you won't get in.

Confirmations will be sent out next Friday.

See ya there!
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1/9/2009 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

Word Jane! ;o)
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1/9/2009 Gia "The Dopeness" V. says:

Sweet Deal! I was wondering if we'd get a confirmations.

Coodles to Jane I love how this is not only a really awesome party but a fundraiser for a really great cause as well.
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1/9/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

I'm starting to get scared. Is this place big enough to hold all of us? There'e almost 400 people who responded "I'm in!".
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1/9/2009 Irene "Sunnyside Partners in Crime" F. says:

I rsvp'd and never got a confirmation...havent been to a Yelp event in ages so this could be interesting!
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1/9/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

I think Jane said comfirms are gonna be sent out next Friday Irene.
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1/9/2009 roderick A. says:

according to my sources there will be plenty of room, so not to worry. i'm talking sources of the highest authority.
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1/11/2009 Victor "Let off some steam, Bennett" L. says:

According to my sources, I'll have my own room. I'm talking to my bravado.
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1/11/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

Is your source God Roderick?
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1/11/2009 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

Rod's sources are his sorcerers who sorcer for him, Janeen. Therefore his source is the Anti-God.
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1/11/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

Woah Steve, you just blew my mind man..........
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1/11/2009 Cryssy "The Chocolate Girl Wonder" N. says:

he blows men? yowza!
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1/11/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

Did you just call me a dude?!
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1/12/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Happy Monday everyone!

I've updated the event listing and wanted to let everyone know that we are at capacity for this event. Any RSVPs we receive from this point forward will be put on the wait list. All confirmations will be sent out by this Friday, the 16th.

Thanks and can't wait to see/meet you all!

- Jane K

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1/12/2009 ryan "and boom goes the dynamite" c. says:

I just put my name and 3 guests in. I hope at the very least I'm at the top of the waiting list lol
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1/12/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Yelp Inaugural Ball 2009 offer:

The Carlton on Madison is pleased to offer a $125 room rate for the evening of Tuesday, January 21, 2009 for Yelp Inaugural Ball 2009 guests

This is a call-in rate. Please call 800-601-8500 for reservations.  Guests must ask for the Yelp rate.

Terms & Conditions:

Ask for the Yelp rate.  Valid for guests of the Yelp Inaugural Ball, Tuesday, January 20, 2009.  This rate is valid for one night only, January 20, 2009.Offer is subject to availability.  The Yelp rate is not valid in conjunction with any other offer or contract, and does not apply to groups.  Rate is per room, per night and does not include taxes or gratuities.  Advance reservations required.
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1/12/2009 Dana "DanaDigital 3.0" G. says:

Ooh does this mean there will be an after party in tha hotel lobby?
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1/12/2009 Genevieve "Mama of Foodies R Goodies" C. says:

Hey Jane,

'The Carlton on Madison is pleased to offer a $125 room rate for the evening of Tuesday, January 21, 2009 for Yelp Inaugural Ball 2009 guests'

You mean Tuesday, January 20, 2009 right? :o)
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1/12/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

Ater the show there's the afterparty and......
after the party there's the hotel lobby....

haha
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1/12/2009 Oriana "C'mon...this beat cost a lot of money!" J. says:

Fiesta, fiesta...fiesta, fiesta...
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1/12/2009 Gia "The Dopeness" V. says:

I think Jane meant it's Tuesday 1/20 into Wednesday 1/21
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1/12/2009 Dana "DanaDigital 3.0" G. says:

and then the after after party. and then the after after after party....
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1/12/2009 Robert "Kamadi" A. says:

After the party..there is a place called Posh....
That's the After Party!!
Enjoy
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1/12/2009 Dana "DanaDigital 3.0" G. says:

but wheres the after after party?
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1/12/2009 Robert "Kamadi" A. says:

Wow !
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1/12/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

yes! thanks guys, Tuesday 1/20!
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1/12/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

I'll be handing out lists of nearby bars and restaurants for you guys to raid afterwards! And of course, I completely support a hotel room party ... hope nobody has to work on Wednesday!
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1/12/2009 Jane "solid gold" K. says:

Good point, Rima! And at the Carlton Hotel the normal rate per room is $450...
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1/12/2009 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

Anybody wanna split a room with me??! Ha

I am not looking forward to a long train ride home to Brooklyn in my dirty Cinderella gown... and you all know I won't be walking very straight when I leave this Yelp Ball.

:)
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1/12/2009 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

Btw.. of course I'm speaking to the ladies of yelp and lovely gay men.

I'm a lady ... ha
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1/12/2009 Joolie "mzjoolz if you're nasty!" T. says:

i'm a lady, too.
a lady who likes to get hotel rooms and have slumber parties with straight men. i kiiiiid, i kiiiiid.

srsly. i'm not schleping my arse back home, either. i have to go to an entirely different island! i will chip in, Lexy.

who else wants to join in our slumber party? =)
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1/12/2009 karen "vanilla bean" c. says:

boink that! i'm stayin at Le Meridian for $89
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1/12/2009 Nina C. says:

Hmmm, even though I live in Manhattan, staying at the Carlton could be fun...  No drunken cab ride home and we could just continue the party instead of ending it earlier than need be.  I'd be up to share!
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1/12/2009 Genevieve "Mama of Foodies R Goodies" C. says:

@Karen G - $89 for Le Meridian?!!! So cheap, how's the hotel like?
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1/12/2009 Brandice "Aunt Brandie" H. says:

black tie? hmmmmm- i guess i need to get dolled up? evening gown? :/
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1/13/2009 Kasteel "Kasteel Cru-Beer made with Champagne Yeast" C. says:

I am really looking forward to this event.  Be sure to check out Kasteel Cru (beer made with Champagne Yeast) in the Indy Spirits room. See you there!!!!!!
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1/13/2009 ryan "and boom goes the dynamite" c. says:

I hope my name is at the top of the wait list because I really want to go!
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1/13/2009 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

Awesinem Joolz and Nina are in! What other girls want to split the room with us??
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1/13/2009 roderick A. says:

I think my sister Rodericka would like to share a room with you girls. She's very neat but very shy.
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1/13/2009 Lexy "The Taste Bud Diva" M. says:

Niiiice ;)
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1/13/2009 Janeen "The Film Noir Edition" B. says:

You in a blonde wig and mary janes does not count Roderick.
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1/13/2009 Audrey J. says:

I've heard Rodericka does a mean pedicure. Just sayin'.
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1/13/2009 Josh "Team Fist Shakers: Get Off My Lawn!" R. says:

Who has an extra +1 and wants to take MEEEEE? I do own a Hugo Boss tux. Just sayin'.
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1/13/2009 Alan "Apples" G. says:

@Josh R. ... but you're an Elite! can't you just pull that whole "do you know WHO I AM?" business and waltz in without having to be a +1 ?!?
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1/14/2009 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

What does "Guest list is closed." mean? The Elites who RSVPed before the deadline can still bring their +1s, right?
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1/14/2009 Luther "Lex" L. says:

Heads up to the guys:
Balwin Formals is running a promo for Yelpers going to the ball: http://www.yelp.com/bi...
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1/14/2009 Brandice "Aunt Brandie" H. says:

I dont knwo what to wear HALPPPPP
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1/15/2009 Irene "Sunnyside Partners in Crime" F. says:

ermmm...how formal exactly is this? I don't get out of work til 6 or so, I don't have time to change into a dress...most likely I will be in businessy work clothes...or do I need to have a dress?
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1/15/2009 Erika "HAAAAAY" R. says:

:( i rsvp'd too late. i wanna goooooo.. it would've been my first yelp event! boo.
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1/15/2009 Brandice "Aunt Brandie" H. says:

Confirmation emails are out.
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1/15/2009 Natalie T. says:

My plus 1 cant make it, can I bring someone else in her place?
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1/15/2009 Irene "Sunnyside Partners in Crime" F. says:

Mmm so I RSVP'd the first day that the email got sent out...but haven't gotten a confirmation....was that a rejection of my RSVP?
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1/15/2009 Damaris "apathetic" P. says:

I am going to buy a dress tomorrow, requested Wednesday off and considering booking a room at the Carlton.  Depends if my date brings his car to the city.  Can't wait to see everyone...it's been so long since I hanged out with yelpers.
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1/15/2009 Brandice "Aunt Brandie" H. says:

I am still not sure what to ear maybe shopping tomorrow (i need to spend money like a hole in the head
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1/16/2009 Toni "sugar honey ice T" B. says:

It's going to be fun being dressed up for work so I don't have to change before the party. Is it unformal to break out the worm on the dance floor?????
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1/16/2009 Fay "Cooking Baker Eater" N. says:

RSVPed on time but haven't received a confirmation. What should I do?
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1/16/2009 Damaris "apathetic" P. says:

I read my confirmation e-mail and it doesn't mention anything about my guest but in the prior e-mail they specifically asked for my guest's name...should I worry? I don't want us to wait on line only for them to say he can't come in.
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1/16/2009 A "Let Me Be Great!" A. says:

I didn't get a confirmation :-O

oh well.  Jeopardy audition that evening.  My love for Alex Trebek beats this shit.  I'm just saying that to console myself.  Or maybe not.  I don't know.  There's a Blue Ball for Democrats.
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1/16/2009 bridget "unlucky &wayward seamonkeys!" e. says:

so no confirmation email = no?
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1/17/2009 Brandice "Aunt Brandie" H. says:

Bought my LBD for 17.99 SWEET original price was 98.00 gotta love those post holiday sales
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1/18/2009 Robert C. "Oh, to be back on the QE 2 again." Y. says:

As far as dress.  There is no dress code according to my confirmation email.  Just be clean, neat and well behaved seems to be the rules.  Of course, they probably don't waht jeans and T or sweat  shirts.  CU there?
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1/18/2009 Kimmie "Kimmie" S. says:

I am excited to go to this event!!!
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1/19/2009 Michael C. says:

hmmm...  no confirmation email either, just an email "reminder" that the event is happening.  I guess I did not make the cut  :(
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1/19/2009 Zach "is Not You . . . O" K. says:

i didnt make the cut either. so if anyone has a dropped guest and would like to take me holla back
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1/19/2009 Jialing W. says:

i didn't get a confirmation! :'(  why oh why????
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1/19/2009 Patrick K. says:

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http://www.flickr.com/...

stoked for the ball,...see y'all tomorrow!
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1/19/2009 Haley "drinking colt 45 because lando told me to" S. says:

I'm psyched.  I don't know if I know a soul there - but, whatever!
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1/19/2009 Thelma "GOIN INNNN" L. says:

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hope everyone had a great MLK day.  looking forward to celebrating with yall tomorrow!
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1/20/2009 Jen "Lowbrow Pursuits" C. says:

wooohooooo can't wait! :)
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1/20/2009 Daniel "I Love Budgies" K. says:

nail makeovers!?!
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1/20/2009 Angela C. says:

I'm really looking forward to the event later!!!!!  I hope we aren't waiting out in the cold for long to get inside!
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1/20/2009 Brian "hard to say without saying" B. says:

just booked my room at the carlton, see ya tonight!
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1/20/2009 Damaris "apathetic" P. says:

My guest just bailed and I have a plus one spot available.  If you are interested in coming tonight, send me a message and I will try to substitute your name on the list.
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1/20/2009 Michelle M. says:

Pick me pleaseeeeeeeeee Damaris
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1/20/2009 Damaris "apathetic" P. says:

My plus one spot has been filled.  Hey guys, is there anyone else who has an open spot for Michelle.
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1/20/2009 Alex "Penguino" L. says:

I seems I missed out on the guestlist. I emailed on the 8th, but was probably too late =(
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I'm pretty new to yelp but super excited for tonight's event! Are people really going black tie?!?!
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1/20/2009 Irene "Sunnyside Partners in Crime" F. says:

I have a plus one, sorry :( and not going to be in a gown either, some of us have worked all day!
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1/20/2009 Brian "hard to say without saying" B. says:

white shirt black tie, vest, pocketwatch, monacle
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1/20/2009 Angela C. says:

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1/20/2009 Laura "LL Cool L" L. says:

I'll be representing Denver - be nice to the out of towner freezing her ass off!
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1/20/2009 Ishmael "the e-stalker" V. says:

be there with bells on
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1/20/2009 Damaris "apathetic" P. says:

I need to buy some stockings.
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Have fun.
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1/20/2009 Damaris "apathetic" P. says:

Why aren't you coming Tori?  I haven't seen you in ages.
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1/20/2009 Max "Team CoCo" S. says:

Have fun everyone.  Can't make it.  Gotta get home to feed the ferret and make food for the rest of the week.
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Im guessing this event is "sold out" then?
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1/21/2009 Caitlin G. says:

I have to say unfortunately that I was disappointed by this event.  It was sooo crowded, they clearly let way too many people attend.  Also, when they say "food", they don't actually mean food, there was a line all the way around the downstairs for what I can only tell was bread and cheese on a table the size of my mom's kitchen table.  They did have some passed apps upstairs, but b/c people were so hungry, they never made it past the kitchen entrance.  I was misled and didn't realize that they only drinks that came with the party were vodka mixers, that could have been my fault though.  The shows were really cool, that I enjoyed, but other than that, I think the event could have been managed a little better.

I did love the donations to St, John's Bread and Life.  Great idea guys!!
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1/21/2009 Shawn "Shawnyetothe" C. says:

great event! Everything was awesome!
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1/21/2009 Nancy "LL Cool N" C. says:

I had a great time last nite. Andrew/Andrew were funny, the SugarShack performers were pretty inspiring & the crowd was pleasant & charmingly attired.

I definitely want to attend future Yelp events & I hope St. John's rec'd some nice donations ;o)
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1/21/2009 Steve "10 Lemon" M. says:

Is it still too late to RSVP to this event?
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1/21/2009 Rachel B from LES "Edumacated" B. says:

Where's da pix?!
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1/22/2009 mabel "mabester" s. says:

where are the photos with the obama cut-out?? it was SUCH a good time - THANKS YELP!
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I received the email with pics from the event from Flickr, but I don't think these are all the pics. I don't see the pic of my friends and Obama!!  thanks!
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1/22/2009 Kimmie "Kimmie" S. says:

I had a lot of fun and ran into a friend of mine that I hadn't seen in forever! It was my first Yelp event but a lot of fun!!! You guys are the best!
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1/22/2009 Brandice "Aunt Brandie" H. says:

Ok I just checked out the pics and WHERE IS MY PIC WITH yosh, his +1 and OBAMA?
Photo of Soo K.

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1/26/2009 Soo K. says:

What a fabulous event! Bravo and much thanks to all the organizers!!! I was looking through the photos and couldn't find mine with the Obama standup - is there any way we could get them posted or print them/purchase?

Thanks!
Soo
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