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CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net November SU M T W TH F SA 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1–3 | Anything Goes 5, 12, 19, 26 | WAC Toastmasters PETER GREYY 8 | Suquamish Museum, Historic Sites & Casino 10 | 14th Annual GingerMania 14–16 | Priscilla Queen of the Desert 15 | 64th Mother Son Banquet "Par-TEE" 34th Annual Seattle International Comedy Competition 18 & 25 | Jubilee Casino Dealer Training Tuesday, November 26 24 | Mannheim Steamroller Christmas It's bigger, it's better, and it's going to make you laugh even harder. It's America's biggest touring comedy festival. Twenty-two shows; 25 days; 33 comedians from across the globe; more than $10,000 in cash prizes; and 17 venues, including the WAC. That's right, this is not your typical comedy competition. It draws talent executives from CBS, NBC and movie studios—as well as managers, agents and producers. Kick off night one of the final week at the WAC's "Comedy Club," better known as the Crystal Ballroom. Gear up for an evening of laughs with a bountiful buffet, featuring chipotle steak skewers, chili-lime chicken kabobs, chili con queso quesadillas, and more. Be a part of the rip-roaring laughter and reserve today! Appropriate for ages 21 and older. Evening includes comedy show, dinner buffet, dessert, and validated parking in the WAC Garage. 7 pm buffet, 8–10 pm show; $68 per person, $360 groups of six; cancel by November 15 Executive Chef Eric Floyd's gala celebration buffet. While dining, have your picture taken in the party photo booth or dance to background music, before Seattle's funniest magician, Jeff Evans, takes center stage. Then, the Crystal Ballroom becomes a classy and colorful nightclub as the bash explodes with our party deejay, dance hits from the decades, lighting effects, a champagne toast, more confetti than you can imagine, and endless collectible favors that light up, glow, spin, or blink. Don't miss the last and most exciting party of the year! Groups of eight to 10 will be assigned reserved tables, so bring your friends, family, and co-workers. WAC Parking is validated, but when the party ends, why not let an elevator take you home? Spend the night at the Inn at the WAC. Reserve your room now at 206.464.3055. 8 pm–1 am; $125 per person; cancel by December 19 Seattle Iconic Dive Bar Tour with Mike Seely 26 | 34th Annual Seattle International Comedy Competition 29–30 | Oliver! 30 | Pacific Northwest Ballet's Nutcracker great guide, so we're bringing Mike Seely, author of Seattle's Best Dive Bars and former editor of Seattle Weekly. He'll impart his wisdom and humor for Seattle's grittiest drinking establishments. This tour will go where no suit and tie belong: The Waterwheel Lounge, Leny's Place, Al's Tavern, Blue Moon Tavern, and Little Red Hen. Raise a glass at each stop, munch on bar food, and travel in the chicest of motor coaches. Tour includes transportation, food, and five drinks. 12–6 pm; $60; cancel by January 2 NEW Saturday, January 11, 2014 Link Up! WAC Link Quarterly Cracked vinyl booths, questionable décor, and drinks that are so cheap you'll wonder why your martini tastes like a Rainier. Forget chic Seattle, this is all about the dive bars. Seattle plays host to many iconic and well-preserved watering holes. Get ready to explore the best dives in town. No tour would be complete without a The WAC's popular signature mixer is fast-paced and focused on linking you to a roomful of members and the WAC. Members agree that WAC Link is the place for person-to-person, business-to-business, and interest-to-interest connections. It's easy, nonthreatening, and fun. Here's how it NEW Thursday, January 23, 2014 NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2013 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 31