Hugh Hefner is turning 81 on March 24, and let the marketing begin. The Playboy founder will be celebrating his birthday weekend in Vegas with a series of events featuring his three girlfriends. All of this will be taking place, of course, at the Palms where Playboy has a partnership with the Playboy Club. Hef's participation seems slight in the festivities. But Hef's Pets, "The Girls Next Door," reality stars will be holding court Friday and Saturday at the Palms' nightclub Moon as well as Playboy club.  For many, the real treat will be Sunday, March 25  for what is being billed as "The Big Playmate Sleepover." According to the press release, included will be dozens of Playmates: "This first-ever event features an exclusive evening experience at Moon, discounted rooms in the Fantasy Tower, and special gifts for those joining the 'sleepover.'" I am e-mailing my accountant to see if attending is a tax deductible work expense, and, if so, you can count on me to report for the Buffet direct from the sleepover.
(Photo by Sarah Gerke)