Creative Loafing is all about throwing back some drinksies for a cause, and what better cause to support right now than the victims of the earthquake in Haiti? In addition to the events that Blue is holding this week, and you can also check out these two Southend spots this weekend.
Friday night, Apostrophe Lounge will be taking donations at the door.
And on Saturday, head over to Dharma Lounge:
If neither of those places rock it for ya, 100 percent of the profits of Pravda Lounge in The Forum on Friday night will go to Lumiere Medical Ministries, Inc. sending support directly to Haiti.
These events just happened to be in my inbox, so if you know of any other benefit parties this weekend, hit me up at kimberly.lawson@cln.com.
Southend-ers ... there's a new nightspot to check out — yes, On The Roxx is FINALLY open. Head out that way (the corner of South Boulevard and Park Avenue) Friday night to check out DJ R Wonz — and support the newbie on the block.
The top five nightlife-related events going down tonight, Jan.21, as chosen from the folks at Creative Loafing.
• The Dating Game at Petra's
• Pure Latin Ecstacy at Halo
• Live Jazz at the Mint Museum of Craft + Design
• Grand opening of Dandelion Market
• College night at Alley Cat
The top five nightlife-related events going down tonight, Jan. 20, as chosen from the folks at Creative Loafing.
• Pop Life Lust List Edition at Luna Lounge
• Re-Imburse Your Purse at Suite
• Sex and the City Wednesdays at Apostrophe Lounge
• Comedy night at Jackalope's
For some reason, the title makes me think of that country song, "Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off."
Anyway.
Word on the street is that there's a new country party bar coming into the old Buckwild location in University in early February — City Limits Saloon. You can expect the music to be a mix between new country, rock, top 20 and traditional singalong country all night — an edgier place that focuses on the party aspect of country music. They hope to target the Concord, Harrisburg, Lake Norman, Salisbury and University areas.
Along with its bold cuisine and stylish, contemporary atmosphere, Vida will feature an eye-catching tequila bar stocked with over 100 unique and high-end varieties for guests’ sipping and shooting pleasure. Vida’s wide array of tequila paves the way for its handcrafted margaritas, including the soon-to-be-legendary “Skinny Margaritas,” a healthier option comprised of organic, all-natural ingredients made from scratch each day."
A partying country bar in the University area and a tequila bar in Uptown — two things this city has seriously been lacking.
Blue Restaurant has the right idea. They're hosting events Wednesday through Friday to raise money to help the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. Here are the deets.
Benefit Event: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 7pm
“Wine and Blues”
Local Blues Musicians
$25 wine tasting (8pm) -100% of proceeds donated
Additional donations will be gladly accepted.
Benefit Event: Thursday, January 21, 2010
Local saxophonist John Alexander
Local jazz musician guest appearances
Three Course Dinner for $35 with 15% of the proceeds donated.
$10 donations will be accepted at the door from bar customers. Dinner from 5 pm – 10 pm, Music from 7 pm - 10pm
Benefit Event: Friday January 22, 2010, 8pm
Friday night jam with local musicians - $10 Donation
$15 beer & cheese tasting - 100% of proceeds donated
Silent Auction
(To donate items for the silent auction call Blue)
The top five nightlife-related events going down tonight, Jan. 19, as chosen from the folks at Creative Loafing.
• Mez presents Comedian Paul Hooper
• The Brothers Quay Collection: Ten Astonishing Short Films screened at Common Market Southend
• Anvil at The Fillmore
• Revolution at Dammit Janet
• Trivia night at Petra’s Piano Bar & Cabaret
The top five nightlife-related events going down tonight, Jan. 18, as chosen from the folks at Creative Loafing.
• Free Customer Appreciation Night with Dirtbag Love Affair, Burning Streets, and Nightmare River Band at Milestone
• Manic Mondays at Wild Wing Cafe
• THERAPY FOR HAITI & MLK- Mainstream Mondays at Therapy
• Find Your Muse Open Mic at The Evening Muse
• Chill out at Boardwalk Billy's ($2 domestics tonight)
Sunday's the last day to buy $60 tickets for the Bartender's Ball. Have you gotten yours yet?
The Ninth Annual Charlotte Bartender’s Ball will be held Sunday, Feb. 14 from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Blake Hotel, 555 McDowell St. On Jan. 18, tickets will go up to $70, and no tickets will be sold on the day of the event. Click here to buy tickets.
Finally, the weekend is here and parties are a-plenty. As you plan out your weekend, here are some events you might want to add to your schedule. And remember, always tip your bartenders!
• Kazba's official grand opening is tonight and Saturday night. Call 704-400-6571 to reserve a table. It will be exclusive and it will be packed.
• Who doesn't love the '80s? What's even better? An '80s prom themed party at Dharma Lounge, this Saturday.
• Find out who got served at The Breakfast Club's "Who Got Served" breakdance event on Sunday.
• Since Monday's a holiday (for some, not all — like me!), I'm listing two parties for Sunday. If breakdance isn't your thing, then head over to The Forum to catch the beats of DJ Jaycee at Southern Hospitality
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