We get lots of questions submitted to Question of the Day concerning where geezers like, well, at least one of our editors can go to dance and get a little wild. You know, a nightclub for Boomers -- not the 21-30 loud, debauched, and undressed crowd. Also, perhaps, where guys can find "Boomers on the loose" (early 40s to mid-50s women) to pick up on, rather than having to wonder about hitting on the teenyboppers.
So, for this answer, we turned to Scotch Henderson, whom long-time LVA subscribers will remember as our (Boomer) man on the bar beat. Luckily, he's into the more sedate and sophisticated scene around town that this question writer is looking for.
Here's his take on it.
I think I see the problem here. To some older Las Vegans (and visitors), the following recent press release might seem to describe the Second Circle of Hell:
"... Unrivaled technology that will redefine the Las Vegas nightlife experience features high-tech twists on the classic cocktail lounge ... Interactive touch tables, revolutionary sound stations, and a dance floor with an ever-changing landscape ... allow guests to be in control of their nightlife experience, all from the comfort of their booth. Using interactive multi-touch tables, guests can create visuals and messaging, as well as project images, onto screens above the dance floor.
"This high-tech table technology allows guests to create and control the visual and audio environment, becoming part of the sensory experience, where each night has a unique vibe ... Sound stations allow users to tap into their inner DJ using their iPods. Guests can bring their personal music mix to play from their sound stations, allowing the DJ to integrate their playlists into the lounge's repertoire at anytime.
"Dancers become living artwork as playful patterns and animations are projected onto their bodies and their steps activate an ever-changing landscape of graphic imagery beneath their feet and on large screens surrounding the dance floor, filling every corner with an array of vibrant color.
"Tables are purchased by the hour and guests are granted the freedom to drink their choice of libations throughout the evening ..."
(It's the new eyecandy [sic] venue at Mandalay Bay -- in case this floats your boat.)
But mature individuals (MIs) have options –- sophisticated (and some not so sophisticated) spots for entertainment, conversation, food, and refreshment, with no velvet ropes, overpriced bottle service, or throbbing techno-crap.
Here are a few ideas.
Nevada Jazz Orchestra and Las Vegas Jazz Society events are a great way to meet and connect with like-minded MI’s. Don’t like jazz? Learn. (www.vegasjazz.org)
