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52 WAC Magazine | wac.net 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net • wac.net/club-events club programs events 13, 20, 27 Jubilee Casino Dealer Training N Be part of the WAC's 88th Jubilee anniversary celebra- tion on Friday, December 1, by volunteering as a Crystal Casino dealer or assistant for blackjack, craps, or roulette. It's a great way to meet other members! Training sessions are informative, fun and casual, and include a light dinner buffet with beverages. New dealers should attend all sessions. Everyone will work a two-hour shift on Jubilee night, but the rest of the evening is for you to enjoy the party. To volunteer, contact Club Programs Casi- no Coordinator Robert Lau- rent at rlaurent@wac.net or 206.464.3061. Training is for WAC members only. u Mondays; 6–8 pm; complimentary 16 Calligraphy 101 N Master perfect penmanship for all your holiday cards! Ellen Sontra, owner of Letters by Ellen Calligraphy, will teach you all the basics of calligra- phy—from how to hold a pen to how to form the perfect letter. All the supplies you need—inks, pen holder, nibs, paper, and sample sheets— are included and yours to take home. Class includes appetizers. u Thursday; 6–8 pm; $55; cancel by October 26 21 Seattle Internation- al Comedy Competition N The Crystal Ballroom trans- forms into a comedy club for the first night of the Seattle International Comedy Competition's finals. The top five comedians battle for the night's highest score and an opportunity for a shot at cash and prizes. The pressure is on as the comedians take the stage for 20-minute sets of their best material. Join for just the show, or feast on WAC Executive Chef Eric Floyd's Asian fusion buffet. Includes comedy show, din- ner buffet with dessert, and validated parking in the WAC Garage. u Tuesday; 7 pm buffet, 8–10 pm show; $72 per person, group of 6 $375, $44 per per- son (show and parking only); cancel by November 13 DECEMBER 01 Jubilee 88 N Kick off the WAC's 88th year with the biggest celebration of all! Eat, drink and be merry at this legendary black-tie gala that features amazing food, libations, music, entertain- ment, and casino gambling. Watch for all the details in the November/December issue of WAC Magazine or give Club Programs a jingle now for our early reservation pricing. u 7 pm–1 am; reserve by No- vember 14: $135 members, $155 guests; reserve after November 14: $150 mem- bers, $175 guests. Cancel by November 22. 13 Land of the Sweets: The Burlesque Nutcracker N Seattle's annual award-win- ning wintertime spectacle of striptease pageantry will delight newcomers and surprise return visitors. The Nutcracker receives a bawdy makeover for this evening of adult winter magic with play- ful banter, dazzling costumes, and impressive technical dancing with a sensuous twist. Optional social with hosted hors d'oeuvres and no-host beverages in Torchy's prior to the show. Then head to The Triple Door, where the Land of the Sweets, a full menu, and bar service await. This show is sure to warm you up on a cold night. Ages 17-plus. u Wednesday; 6–9 pm; $70 social and show; $55 show only; cancel by December 1 31 New Year's Eve with a Tropical Twist N This year's party will be hot, hot, hot! Get ready for a tropical vacation featur- ing food, music, and decor from your favorite sunny destinations. Our signature evening will build from mild to wild with a buffet, no-host bars, dance hits from across the decades, themed party favors, champagne toasts, and of course—confetti, confetti, confetti! Ring in the New Year the WAC way. Groups of eight to 10 will be assigned to reserved tables. Parking in the WAC Garage validated. Spend the night at the Inn at the WAC by reserving your room at 206.464.3055. u Sunday; 8 pm–1 am; $140 per person; cancel by December 18 EXTRAS September 12, 19, 26 October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Toastmasters The WAC Toastmasters Club uses proven methods to help you organize thoughts, articu- late ideas, and make powerful and persuasive statements. The group meets 7–8 am on most Tuesdays in the 8th Floor Card Room. For more information on joining this club within the Club, contact Toastmasters' membership representative Walter Boos at walter@fitsbow.com.