Happy Friday again!

This week Claire Voyant is in Drag with:

Trick or Treat? Cousin Claire has a bit of both on the Halloween weekend.
We have survived another somewhat hectic seven days. HOW do we do this, week after week? The bigger question is, WHY do we do this, week after week? The answer is for you, dear readers. We want to let you know what's good, or better than good, out there for you viewing and listening pleasure. And of course, we want to let you know what isn't...as in STAY HOME. Save your money and your time - both too valuable to waste.
We spent a rather long, but enjoyable, last Saturday night at DeStefano's seeing a double feature, with a very good dinner, in lieu of popcorn and a Pepsi, included. At 7:30, Joni Illi stepped into the spotlight, where she performed three sets over the next three hours. Her song selections were varied and entertaining, and Joni and her musicians - Joe Darro at the keys, Dick Straub on bass, Paco Martin on drums, and Sammy Davis look-alike, Robbie Robinson on sax - were up to the task. The almost full house was very responsive to the evening's presentation. At a little after 11, the original Queen of the Strip, Kenny Kerr, took over the stage with songs and comedy. Backing up Kenny was Larry Flayhive on keys, Ty Lemley on guitar, and Paco Martin on drums. Kenny is a pro and can easily amuse and entertain a small audience. Hopefully, though, with some mainstream advertising and good word of mouth, the late night numbers at DeStefano's will grow. Kenny performs until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and visitors can order from the menu until around midnight on those nights. DeStefano's is located at 3430 E. Tropicana, on the northeast corner of Pecos. Call (702) 436-3275.
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Mark Pilarski shares his gaming wisdom:


October 30, 2009

Toke Tapping Tenets for Tipsters

Dear Mark: I read an article by Henry Tamburin in which he states that the best way to tip a blackjack dealer is to place the "tip chip" on top of one's bet in the layout circle and if you lose the hand the dealer gets nothing, but if you win, you reward him the tip chip amount. The article states that most dealers prefer this method of tipping rather than just being given a tip. Since you once dealt blackjack, perhaps you have an opinion on this.

But, with this method of tipping isn't the player trapped into making a "double tip" should his cards need splitting? On a double down, the player would be okay, as he could double less the "tip chip", but I think he is trapped with the split if my memory is correct in that one has to bet the same amount on a split. I thought you might have some suggestions on this. Mac B.

As with most service industry jobs, Mac, most front-line casino employees get paid minimum wage. The majority of a casino dealer's pay comes through the gratuities of casino patrons, like you.

In dealer jargon, a tip is called a toke. You can offer your toke directly to the dealer,
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GENE

Sunday and I guess... last bump?