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Marie Antionette at Legion of Honor The Petit Trianon

2008-01-02T19:17:00Z

I don't know if anyone would be up for going, but we should all get dressed up and go check out the exhibit together. If you've never been to the Legion of Honor, the grounds and the museum are stunning.

We could take in a film at the Cinema Supper Club. The theme is "The Real Drama Queens".
Screening begins at 8p.m. Here's the schedule:

Marie Antoinette - January 10
Amadeus - January 17 Amadeus
Anne of the Thousand Days - January 24
Elizabeth - January 31
Mary Queen of Scots -February 7
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - February 14

Anyone interested in attending?

More info:
This winter, we invite you to visit the Legion of Honor at dusk for an intimate evening of dinner, film and art. Peek into the private world of the legendary French queen during the special exhibition Marie-Antoinette and the Petit Trianon at Versailles. Experience the drama of historic queens through films shown in the Florence Gould Theater and tempt your royal appetite with French-inspired cuisine.

Supper: First seating at 6 pm, last seating at 8:30 pm
Start your royal evening at the Legion Cafe by dining on cuisine inspired by traditional French fare. Select from a menu of seasonal three-course feasts that include dishes such as Creamy Winter Parsnip Soup with Truffle Oil and Rosemary Sea Salt Croutons and Roasted Local Pork Chop with Sage Scented Kabocha Squash Mash, Niman Ranch Bacon and Cipollini Onion Compote. Or, tease your noble appetite with a sampling of tapas and wine. Before the movie begins, visit the special exhibition galleries showcasing the furniture, sculpture and art that adorned Marie-Antoinette's private retreat at Versailles.

Reservations are recommended as seating for dinner is limited. Please call 415.750.7633.
Tickets are $20 ($10 Members) for the movie and special exhibition. For the special exhibition only, admission is $15 (Members are free). Tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis; dinner pricing is separate. The special exhibition is open from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The movies begin at 8 p.m.
Order tickets online at museumtix.com. Dinner reservations must be booked separately by calling 415.750.7633.

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the good doctor Rek returns from japan to burneth

2007-07-11T21:36:53Z

i will be attending the burn this year with my japanese girlfriend akiko
may we campeth at moticello?

also my dad passed away this January of cancer
and i will be bringin some of his ashes in a bottle to party with
and burn at the temple

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MARIE ANTOINETTE!! OPENS October 20, 2006

2006-09-29T21:44:20Z

So my powdered friends....

Is there any plan in the works to see this movie as a group? I think it would be dead sexy to all go to the movie together.

Yay or Nay?

m

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Invitation to Tea

2006-08-26T05:25:41Z

Dear Mademoiselles and Monsieurs,

You are cordailly invited to tea with the Lost Colony on August 29th.

4:30 & Chance.

Kindest regards,

Mlle. Can Can le Boom Boom

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For The Mistress of Monticello (or anyone that knows her)

2006-08-01T03:06:55Z

M'Lady,

First off, thanks to you and the other Monticellans for a most excellent party last night! Perhaps you remember a gentleman clad in naught but black boots, black long gloves, a black mask, and a rather minimal black thong? 'Twas I, having a splendid time representing the *Hell-Fire Club* contingent of 18th Century Georgian culture.

M'Lady, I believe that at one point in the evening after we spoke, you borrowed a black pen from me so that you could write down names, information, etc. You returned it to me along with a rather curious set of random notes scrawled on the back of one of your bewigged-skull-and-crossbones stickers. I have no idea as to the meaning or value of these seemingly incomprehensible writings, but did want you to know that I have this document in my possession, and can either return it to you, or sent you a transcription.

Again, I thank you and the other members of the Society for inviting me, and hope my presence was as pleasing to your group as all of you were to me.

Mikal,
Lord Caerleon
c/o Medmenham Abbey

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a few new (old) photos from decomp 05

2006-07-27T23:16:02Z

I just posted a few pictures in the photo album.

I look forward to seeing you all this weekend!

-maki

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midsummer ball

2006-06-26T05:08:46Z

this is bleu, the other cowgirl from bay to breakers, the black sheep at flambe lounge. i'm looking at the flyer that has been affixed to my fridge-where all important flyers go-for the powdered wig midsummer ball. of course i'll be there all decked out. but i wondered if you needed any help with the decor for the event? my way of saying i'd like to get more involved...

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Who will be royally wigged out at the Flambe Lounge Saturday?

2006-06-01T05:33:28Z

Hello, lovelies! We met your royal selves at the most ludicrous Bay to Breakers, and found your company to be most charming. We would be interested in joining the royal party in wigs for the most flamboyant event of the Flambe Lounge. Please notify us if this proposal suits your fancy. Sincerely,

the cowgirls, the yanks, the cheeses (Bree &Bleu)

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kirsten the english one!

2006-03-31T22:50:36Z

greetings fellow wiggers...kirsten the only one with a real english accent shall be adorning the playa with her dubious presence for one more year hurrah hurrah say all....this time with more wiggage...she hopes everybody is on tiptop form and wishes she could have been at the valentines extravaganza...and as she doesn't have a steed she shall be requiring a lift to this year"s burn (please pretty please someone have room in a car for me!)...

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A Tropical Rain Forest Event

2006-03-13T02:59:13Z

Hello,

I’m letting all of the tribes know about a regional event coming up soon – Rebirth. Burning Man, but rather than radical desert survival – radical tropical rain forest survival. Details of the event can be found here:

http://www.kapilina.org/bigisland/rebirth2006.html

Hawaii… Fire spinning capital of the world… Big Island… Hot tub ponds heated by thermal vents… Black Sand Beaches… LAVA… REAL LAVA! And a Burning Man regional event.

I’ve tried to figure out how to reduce costs as much as possible for everyone coming over from the mainland (if you can think of anyother suggestions please post):

Rideshare thread from the airport to puna here:
http://kapilina.tribe.net/thread/5438fe28-b674-4c10-9bed-3334aae6f4e3

Cheap Airfare From Mainland:
vacations.travelzoo.com/hawaii.../229965

www.airtech.com/specials.html

Shipping Art/Supplies:
http://kapilina.tribe.net/thread/daca9206-f7a4-4c58-a763-49b96731a584

Again if you know cheaper means please repost. See you all there!

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SpArK cLuB

2006-02-08T05:44:20Z

If I am going to this party to promote *our* V-Day party, and I'm going on a MOTORCYCLE, then I need to officially join the tribe. This may be my last internet act ever because I may die. It's a motorcycle. Serious.

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Sign in Here!

2006-01-10T01:45:17Z

If you're just now joining the Royal Society of the Powdered Wig, welcome! Here's where you sign in.
We've got kick-ass plans for this year's burn, and we'll be announcing them here in the days ahead. But we need your help to help get the tea brewing, so to speak...
Read the next discussion thread for our plans so far and to jump in and start brainstorming. For now, reply to this message and introduce yourself. The Royal Society is most delighted to have you!
-Merlo-

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Splendid

2005-08-24T17:23:36Z

oooooooo what a lurvely tribe so much we have in common I should think!
I'm always on the look out for Godly Foppery and it looks as though I may have found a divine resource! My Armor my resources and my Weapons are at your disposal my lord!

oh my! oh yes! yum yum!

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Powdered Wig Review, Vol. 1

2005-06-21T01:43:59Z

THE POWDERED WIG REVIEW
June 20, 2005
Vol. 1

THIS WEEK:
* Welcome Letter
* The State of the Society
* Joining the Society
* Camp Rules
* Camp Fees

Brothers and Sisters of the Wig,
Welcome to the first edition of THE POWDERED WIG REVIEW, the official
weekly newsletter of the Royal Society of the Powdered Wig. This
publication will contain all the crucial insights, updates, and
writings of our group, in preparation of this year's Burning Man
expedition. I encourage you all to read every issue if you want to stay
abreast of all the developments and plans for our camp. Also, please
don't hesitate to send the editor (yours truly) any writing you would
like to contribute to the REVIEW, be it a Jefferson quote, a poem, a
request for help on a project, a proposal for a group activity, or a
detailed physical description of your anal cavity.
That said, it brings me great honor to bring you THE POWDERED WIG
REVIEW. May it bring your wig powder, your cheeks rosiness, and your
chamber pot fresh kittens.
Yours,
Governor Merlonius

I. THE SOCIETY TODAY
It is now well into the month of June, and the Society is growing! But
it still has not reached its inevitable full capacity, which is 30. So,
here is a current roster of our force, which will be updated every
week, followed by instructions for joining the Society (to be passed
along to your friends). *IF you do not see your name below, contact
Merlonius immediately (see contact info at bottom)*

Members of the Society:

Amy
Avshi
Carlos
Charlene
Constable Luciferlious (Mike)
Danae
Governor Merlonius (Aaron)
Jessica
Julie
KT
Lex
Michelle
Phoenix
Squirrel (Dan)
Sparks (Laura)
Suzanna
Travis

II. JOINING THE SOCIETY
The RSPW is open to everyone, regardless of wig, pantaloons, or
tricorne hat. In order to join, applicants must contribute a $50 camp
fee via our PayPal account or check (see details below), and agree to
the Supreme Laws of the Wig (also below). Also please send me their
name, affiliation (to you), and dates of arrival, so I can publish
their info in the TIMES and add them to the roster.

III. CAMP FEE
What is this tyrannical fee? Taxation without representation? What
gives?
Basically, in order to run a camp of our size, we must build
infrastructure that makes our home a comfortable, awesome place for
everyone. To do that, it will require a few big expenses. But the
payoff is huge and totally worth it. Here's what the $50 is for:
camp truck rental to haul out the kitchen tent, a private camp shower,
couches, lights, musical instruments, tables, chairs, and other
supplies for our many camp activities, and gasoline for truck and
generator. And this is still only a fraction of what will be provided
to you. Many of us have already invested literally thousands of dollars
into domes, lumber, and other supplies, and yes, we'll still be
contributing the $50. Unfortunately, there can't be any exceptions
here, because without the truck (which is the costliest affair), our
camp would be half a camp. And that's not befitting for royalty like
ourselves, is it? Deadline to reserve your spot in Monticello and
officiate your membership into the Royal Society of the Powdered Wig is
July 15th. Camp fees can be sent via PayPal to powderedwig@gmail.com .
You will be called and thanked profusely once it is received.

IV. 10 SUPREME LAWS OF THE WIG
These are the official rules for our camp based on the mishaps of
earlier years which we hope not to repeat (more below)...
All wigs are created equal, AND:
1) The earlier you arrive, the more physical labor you do.
2) The later you arrive, the more fresh food you bring for yourself and
the famished laborers who have been slaving away.
3) The earlier you leave, the more bags of trash you will be expected
to take with you.
4) The later you leave, the more physical labor will be expected of
you.
5) EVERYBODY takes out at least one full bag of trash, no exceptions.
6) EVERYBODY contributes to the ROYAL MONEY HAT, no exceptions.
7) EVERYBODY brings enough food and water to survive, plus a bit extra.
8) EVERYBODY contributes creatively to the camp.
9) EVERYBODY commits to keeping the common areas clean and orderly.
10) EVERYBODY brings a powdered wig.

V. A LESSON FROM LABRAT
Two years ago, when many of us in the Society were at Camp Labrat, a
few problems arose which we'd like to avoid. Firstly, many people
showed up unexpectedly during the week who used our facilities but did
very little in the way of contribution. Secondly, at the end of the
week, a few of us left were stuck with hauling out a monumental
collection of garbage, which was a very sour ending to what was
otherwise a fantastic week. Hence the SUPREME LAWS OF THE WIG, which,
if followed, should mitigate the situation for the better so that
nobody is left with a frumpy wig come exit time.

VI. THANK GOD THAT PART IS OVER!
I do say: enacting laws and rules is no fun. I hate to be the voice of
authority here, but you'll thank me in the end when you've enjoyed
a clean, well-built camp with all the amenities you would ever need in
the desert. Beautiful, magical things will happen this year on the
playa, and anything we can do to keep the good vibes throughout the
week should be done. That's the whole point of this newsletter, so
please keep reading in the weeks to come. Remember, we're less than
75 days from the burn!

Thanks for reading, and LONG LIVE THE WIG!

NEXT WEEK:
* New Members
* Camp Fun (including "A Day At The Races!")
* Financial Update
* Other news and announcements
* Much, much more!

Please send any comments, submissions, or questions to
aaronius@gmail.com

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Transportation Options

2005-06-08T19:05:25Z

We need to figure out: do we rent a truck? Do we buy a bus? Do we sell Sputnik (my truck) and upgrade him to a larger truck, i.e. MEGA-Sput http://www.craigslist.org/sfc/car/76368872.html .
There are pros and cons to each option. Let's get the discussion on this moving a.s.a.p.
-Governor

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Plug In Here NOW!

2005-06-08T19:00:34Z

So you have been initiated into the Society and feel like taking the reigns on a project, to which we say, "bloody trollops, what a good show."

Choose from the following leadership roles, and be forever graced by the goodness of the Wig:

1) Grand Duchess of the Powder Room
-Responsible for orchestrating the completion of the powder room, including all relevant items (vanity lights, mirror, dresser, etc.)

2) Royal Shower Guard
-Responsible for construction of the camp solar shower and for minimal maintainance during the week.

3) Kitchen Commander
-Responsible for designing and building the kitchen, including the structure wherein it lies, and delegating the arrival of all necessary items to other Society members, and printing an Official Proclamation of all Kitchen Rules, and ensuring that all members acknowledge and abide to said rules.

4) Minister of Evaporation
-Responsible for the construction of a large evaporative pool, wherein we deposit graywater from the shower and kitchen.

5) Duke of Signs
-Responsible for drafting and placing all camp signs and public announcements, including a message board, a map of camp with the location of all members quarters' (for visiting guests), instructions for the various apparati of the camp (generator, electrical ettiquette, etc.), etc.

If any of the above roles suits your fancy, please reply now and claim one as your own!

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The wig has spoken!!

2005-06-02T05:50:55Z

BOW before the wig!!!

"I have sworn upon the altar of God eternal hostility against every form of tyranny over the mind of man." TJ

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Burning Man Under Construction

2005-05-24T21:09:19Z

Check out what the playa looks like right now:

http://maps.google.com/maps?q=Gerlach,NV&ll=40.754642486572266,-119.23633575439453&spn=0.02544879913330078,0.03737926483154297&t=k&hl=en

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What Are You Bringing for the Camp?

2005-05-18T21:57:12Z

Let's get an online resource list going here. What are you bringing?
I'm bringing:
*Lantern
*Rope
*Fuel
*Extra costume stuff
*Drums
*Dome carpet
*Power Strips
*Extension Cords
*Other stuff I can't think of right now, I'll post more later.

Who wants to be in charge of getting a croquet set?

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Wig Sources

2005-05-08T09:42:05Z

Click here for wigs: http://search.ebay.com/colonial-wig_W0QQfromZR40QQsojsZ1

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Meeting Wed night in SF at Million Fishes

2005-05-05T16:12:48Z

Anyone who can make it tomorrow night to a meeting regarding necessary introductions, lists of obtained items, discussions of ideas, and yet to be collected items. Please join us for some treats consisting of Kool Aid and hucca hits and perhaps a spit of tea. Come one come all to Million Fishes Art Collective located at 2509 Bryant St. @23rd St. @9:00 pm. Call with questins.
415.465.2698

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A Day at the Races

2005-04-18T06:02:50Z

Let's brainstorm different events that the Wigs can throw during the week. One event that I'd love to do (what do you think?):

A Day at the Races

Presented by
The Royal Society of the Powdered Wig

The Society cordially invites you to bring your small vehicle (golf cart size or smaller) to our racetrack and test your might against your fellow Black Rock competitors. The races will commence promptly at two o’clock in the afternoon. Vehicles will be organized into heats according to size and horsepower.
Powdered wigs will be required of all participants and will be provided by the Society at no cost. Guests are encouraged to sip tea and have bad manners, foul mouths, and otherwise undistinguished behavior.

Prizes will be awarded to winners in each heat, including a Grand Prize for the winner of the final race.

*** The plan for this event would be to set up a temporary racetrack on the playa just outside the city with pink cones, then drive our golf cart around the area rallying cars to come over and race. The whole thing will go up and be torn down in five hours ***

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The Royal Society of the Powdered Wig's topics - tribe.net

Marie Antionette at Legion of Honor The Petit Trianon

the good doctor Rek returns from japan to burneth

MARIE ANTOINETTE!! OPENS October 20, 2006

Invitation to Tea

For *The Mistress of Monticello* (or anyone that knows her)

a few new (old) photos from decomp 05

midsummer ball

Who will be royally wigged out at the Flambe Lounge Saturday?

kirsten the english one!

A Tropical Rain Forest Event

SpArK cLuB

Sign in Here!

Splendid

Powdered Wig Review, Vol. 1

Transportation Options

Plug In Here NOW!

The wig has spoken!!

Burning Man Under Construction

What Are You Bringing for the Camp?

Wig Sources

Meeting Wed night in SF at Million Fishes

A Day at the Races

For The Mistress of Monticello (or anyone that knows her)