It`s not like me to come out here onto these..............freezing streets, spouting and trumpeting of my latest business venture and how much I would like you all to dip into those money bags of yours, and fill my dwindling coffers. Well my friends...........this is different.

I`ve thought for some time now of the immense gulf that some may feel exists between many of us within this world. By this I mean the gulf between say a recently promoted Goomba, whose pushing the right buttons, making his family money and doing all the things expected of him in this world, and the RHM of a large family. Or, the gangster associate you have working for you who`s bloodline is not known and the Godfather of one of the Eastern cities.

The rank and file of our world will generally be honoured with the presence of our esteemed leaders through the streets. The closely guarded elders of our world are ushered in front of the gathered masses, announce themselves and make any comments or statements required, and are then duly whisked away in a cloud of dust, closely followed by several black sedans housing some of the hardest and meanest of protection.

I believe that we are in dire need of a “coming together”. I notice several ears prick up at the mention of that phrase and would state that there is no sexual or deviant slant either suggested or inferred. Sorry Craig.......

I`m talking of a coming together of rank. What would you have given, as a two bit gangster for a one to one with the Godfather of New Orleans over a bourbon? You`re a wet behind the ears Wiseguy looking to make his bones and have no idea of bloodlines and what really makes for a truly great leader within our world. What would you ask? Or you`re a Consigliere who`s looking for a little guidance in the art of wooing a stunning Boss from a neighbouring family. The tyrannosaurs of compatability are out there, they know who they are, and a word from the wise is always looked upon as being a gift within our world. Or, the Right Hand Men from two of the largest families, would Christmas be a good time to chew the fat on how fat the FBN agents are getting nowadays, living the highlife on the amount of bribes they take? Or the best panel beating outfits for armour plating the “Big Guy`s” limo.

Christmas is but a few weeks away, and I would suggest most humbly..........what better time of year for such an occasion? I would like also to suggest my own club for the event. As it`s name implies......we are all geared up for the most wonderful of Christmas`s. Live bands and an appearance from the big guy himself..............yes indeed people............I`m referring to no other..............St. Nick, Father Christmas. The theme continues with all the waitress`s dressed as pixies and helpers..................... wow.........that`ll be something to see, even I want to see that.

To top it all, we even have a very special guest for the evening...............being New Orleans, what better way to celebrate than the appearance on stage of the one, the only, Mr.Louis Armstrong. Who will be singing some of his most famous tunes together with a full accompanying band.

What of security? I hear you cry. Well, that`s taken care of. Nothing will be allowed in or out of the main block of 3^rd Avenue fom 7.00 pm onwards. Anyone requiring confirmation of the security arrangements need only ask. It is quite unusual to have the entire New Orleans PD involved in something as unusual as we have planned for them on the evening of Christmas. I can assure you.........we will not be bothered by anyone. Parking is strictly regulated so please advise us well in advance of the size of motorcade we can expect.

I see this event as being a success providing................it is something we all wish to be involved in. One day people.............just the one day......................let`s just see how much bourbon our world can consume in an hour. Let`s see how deep Derek can really dip. Let`s see who`s the best shot on the duck shooting range............yep we even have one of those! Best shot takes all honours and the New Orleans “Ducky Cup”.

Rumour`s are about that Roman has a “Hot Rodded” Bentley............now wouldn`t that be a sight, taking bets on the winner of the racing around the block in the crisp winter snow? Just how many Made Men can you get in a queue waiting to buy Theresa Russo and Whatsername a drink?

The Christmas Club is now making the arrangements for this event...............I hope as many as possible are able to get over.................I know it will go down as one of the best evenings we could possibly imagine.

will there be dippable bins though?

You should know by now WhistlinBoxCarWille, bin dippers dont venture to places without dippable bins!

Sounds like quite an event, hope i'm in town for this one!

As already stated by Alabama, bins will be provided. We even have twelve two Ton dumpsters that have been "stewing" all summer especially for the event.

The regulation class 3 will also be positioned just outside the entrance in preparation for the arrival of Derek. As stipulated in the deeds of the property.

Hope that clears that up for you Willie. The event will be a dippers heaven I assure you.

will there be presents, *hopes there will be presents*