Replies for a few people:
Huge - as for dinner on Sat Jul 29, I may play in the Bellagio Cup tournament that night (starts at 7:00 pm) instead of going to Battista's. If you get a chance to check out Battista's I would highly recommend it. Here is the link:
http://www.battistaslasvegas.com/. Enjoy the PSO dinner at Hooters...sounds like quite a blowout party.
Renodoc - I concur with Wayupinya, there is a Bodog Party on 7/25 associated with Bodog's marketing conference (which is supposed to be amazing FWIW) and I also read there are 400 ME qualifiers. According to Serge, there will be a reception the night before each starting day starting at "8-ish" at the VIP Lounge. However, I am playing on 7/31 and Serge said I could come by earlier to pick up my gear if I wanted to so I'm going to pick it up on 7/29.
Stan1541 - I was getting antsy about my iPod as well but just got mine on Friday. Came via Fedex but in a plain looking yellow envelope. I'm sure you'll get yours soon - it is pretty sweet!
If you want to try to meet up in Vegas send me a PM and we can work something out. Good luck...
-Sarge