Greetings from MBD and Welcome to 2013. As You may know, the MBD Crew loves balls, especially the volley variety. If You, too, like to bump it and hit it, come join us on Wednesday nights for wallyball, 7-10pm. The court and viewing area are indoor in air-conditioned comfort, however should You choose not to join in the sweaty exertions, You are welcome to sit with your favorite beverage and watch through the glass as the balls slap back and forth. In honor of St. Valentine, we will be celebrating our volleyball love by hosting an after party on Wednesday, February 13th. Visit our MeetUp site for details. Wishing all of You a great 2013 and that You continue to…

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As this year’s event is just a few hours away, we want to remind everyone the importance of safety and preparedness.  Without proper preparation, a Big Deck can be significantly less fun, even painful.  Sunscreen, foot protection, and designated drivers are the obvious necessities, but also remember to hydrate, stretch, and watch your step.  Never forget the risks associated with alcohol, open water, and a crowd.   MBD Events are private gatherings of Friends, Co-Workers, and Neighbors, and we owe it to ourselves to keep each other well.  Safety is for everyone!  Wishing all our Friends a happy and safe Cinco de Mayo, wherever You enjoy it.

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Seasoned MBD veterans will remember the Glory Days when MBD bands played on the Big Deck and the crowd danced all around.  This year marks a return to those times as a Sunset stage has been built over the MBD boat slip.  The Artists Formerly Known As The Deuce will be playing this stage from 7-9pm and Guests can rock from the Big Deck, water, 2nd floor overlook, nearby boats, or v-ball court.  Sunset on Saturday is 8:03pm and should offer a spectacular backdrop.  Another new addition this year is a shadow box dance screen, on loan from the Wallaby Ranch.  Hopefully, these new additions alleviate any performance anxieties you may have had about the Big Deck.  With or withour an audience, we call on all Guests to be safe, perform well, and…

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Exerienced partiers know that House Parties can be a collective effort and will often inquire what to bring as a contribution.  The simple answer is, “Bring whatever you like.”  We welcome any form of assistance toward the greater good.  Guests of Drinko de Mayo, have already approached us to provide salsa, cakes, jello shots, boats, shot-skis, and even a performance artist donating a private show.  Because of the size, MBD presents a challenge to us and our philanthropic Guests.  To alleviate the logistical issues of diverse offerings and to give our Guests something in return for their generosity, we encourage direct donations to MBD via shirts.  All donors of $20 are given a MBD t-shirt.  The decision to donate, like most decisions involving Big Decks, is a personal one and is left to be made privately.  Whether you prefer to give or receive, we hope You give us the honor of your company and receive well our hospitality.  Be safe, bring happiness, and…

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Here on the Deck, we’re always seeking ways to plus the party experience.  Not all of our ideas are good, however.  This year, in an attempt to level the volleyball court, we have ended up with a yard of dusty, dry, dirt that collects on feet/shoes like black spray paint.  Keep this in mind as you plan your attire.  The dress for an MBD Party is already very different than an evening downtown, but be especially wary of clothes you wouldn’t play a game of rugby in.  Whether Big Decks make you clean or dirty, we hope you stay safe, dress/undress appropriately, and…

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For some, thoughts of a Big Deck are positively mouth-watering. Past events have included deliciously delectable delights like salmon, lobster, fresh turkey, and a roast pig.  This year should be even better as we are honored to host Chef Jeremie on loan from the Wallaby Ranch.  In tribute to the Latin roots of Cinco de Mayo, this year’s fare will include steak and chicken fajitas, humitas from Ecuador, spicy corn salad, black beans, yellow rice, chips and salsa, and corn on the cob. If you’re not the type to put meat in you mouth, we will also have a few quesadillas on request.  For dessert, this site’s own tmccoy112 is bringing a three-layer Mexican themed cake as well as her fantastic Tequila cupcakes.  The hot food is scheduled for 4-8pm, so get ready to feast on the Big Deck, loosen your belt, and…

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We find there are two types of partiers on MBD : those with Hot Dogs and those with Buns.  The best events happen when attendance is equal, but inviting the same number of each results in an event heavily skewed to Hot Dogs.  In fact, it takes a 3-to-1 invite ratio to keep things even.  And this is where You can help.  If you are a Bun person, there’s a good chance your Friends are Welcome, so bring a Friend, or invite a few to join the Group.  If you are a Hot Dog however, consider bringing your favorite Bun along on May 5th, and definitely forego spreading the MBD word to your X-Box buddies, WoW Guildies, or Poker Crew.  Who you choose to bring as a Guest is, of course, entirely up to You.  Whether you prefer Buns or Hot Dogs, we hope you enjoy with relish, as you join us on May 5th to…

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Whether it’s sitting comfortably on a Big Deck or dancing wildly with it, Members regularly remind us about the importance of music in  enhancing their pleasure.  To that end, MBD will once again feature the live music of three bands for Drinko de Mayo.  Two you may remember from previous years, but the third is a Big Deck virgin.  Tentatively, the music schedule for May 5th, is…

• Bone Honey  ( 5 – 7pm ) — Local band funking original tracks.  You can listen to their demo tracks at BoneHoney.com
• The Artists Formerly Known As The Deuce ( 7 – 9pm ).  Marking their 2nd year in the sunset time slot, TAFKATD return with a few surprises just for MBD.
• Dave & Friends ( 9pm – midnight ) — Dave and Friends have been hot lickin’ on the Big Deck since 2002.  They Rock!

So, be you a noise maker or quiet type, we encourage you to stay safe, enjoy the mood, and…

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Information about MBD events is public on this website for convenience, but everything about MBD is private.  It is on a private lake, in a private neighborhood, at a private residence.  If you’re a Member of MBD on Facebook, Meetup, or here at MikesBigDeck.com, or if you’ve been personally invited by a MBD Host, you and a Guest are welcome to MBD Events.  Your Friends who are not Members of these Groups however, do not enjoy the same invite status.  That said, we love meeting new Party People, so if you have Friends who love to rock, get ‘em to join a MBD Group.  Crashing without asking is just not cool.  No matter if you prefer to enjoy a Big Deck in public or private, we encourage you to be safe, have fun, and…

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We’re often asked to post an address on the web site.  If you’ve scored an invite to the party, but haven’t been to MBD before, the best source for directions is through the person who invited you.  Alternately, there is location information for Members of the MBD Group on MeetUp.com.  Lastly, an intuitive Google maps search should get you close.  However you find your Big Deck experience, we hope you always find a way to…

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