Among the highlights of each day at the West Coast Gatherings are the late afternoon social hour parties and evening events.

Just for fun, the social hour parties and evening events have a different theme each day. While nudity is still the overall rule, gathering attendees are encouraged (but not required) to wear accessories that correspond to the theme for the social hour and evening.

Social hour "costumes" can range from a simple cap or hat to the outlandish.

Suggestions for themes for CMEN's West Coast Gathering 2010 were proposed by past Gathering participants. These suggested themes have been reviewed and after months of deliberation the final list of themes has been announced:

Friday, September 3:Rainbow - The gathering has finally begun, men have come together from aroun the world. Which is your favorite color in the rainbow? Wear your favorite color cap and rainbow color accessories this evening. Together, each one of us can add a color to the rainbow. Opening ceremonies and get acquainted activities are planned for the evening.

Saturday, September 4: Let's Play Doctor - Was M.A.S.H. your favorite television show or could you relate more to "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest?" Ever wanted to play doctor or nurse? Dominant doctors, nelly nurses, and crazy patients unite tonight!

Sunday, September 5: That's Entertainment - Lights, Camera Action! Hollywood has provided us a chance to escape to a fantasy life in bygone era or an enchanted place, companionship with a superhero righting wrong, or a life of glamour and romance. Wear your accessories that represents your favorite actor, movie, series or play.

Monday, September 6: Wedding Party - You have been invited to attend a naked wedding party and want to look your best, what accessories will you wear?

Tuesday, September 7: Wardrobe Malfunction - This is your opportunity to be creative. Figure out a Fashion Faux-Pas accessory to wear.

Wednesday, September 8: Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend- "A kiss on the hand may be quite continental, but diamonds are a girl's best friend. A kiss may be grand, but it won't pay the rental on your humble flat. But square-cut or pear-shape, these rocks don't lose their shape. Diamonds are a girl's best friend." Dress to sparkle tonight. Perhaps you will find paradise in a luxurious ensemble, in something totally silly, or in the man wearing one.... Who will win our hearts? The highlight of the evening will be the Miss CMEN Queen contest this evening.

Thursday, September 9: Fetish Fantasy - The masculine aroma of men in black leather will fill the air; the music will beat heavy with anticipation. Yes Sir! Which is your favorite role? Will tonight be the night of your fantasies? Look your best in polished motorcycle boots, black leather cap, armband, harness, and other leather accessories. Don't have any leather? Wear your favorite black or blue cap or other accessories. Demonstrations and the Mr. Leather CMEN contest are scheduled for this afternoon and evening.

Friday, September 10: Alien Invaders - Friendly aliens are rumored to be arriving from a plannet far far away. What accessories will you wear to impress? The highlight of the evening will be the Mr. CMEN contest.

Saturday, September 11: Alice's Tea Bagger's Party - What would happen if your favorite politician fell through a looking glass?

Volunteers are welcome to help with these and other proposed theme related evening activities, please note any special interest when sending in the registration form.

Sound like fun? Why not tell a friend? Print a copy of the West Coast Gathering 2009 brochure (pdf). For further details contact CMEN at 1-877-NUDIST-1 (1-877-683-4781)

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