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Top Parties to attend for this year's CIAA

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TOO COOL: Catch Anthony Hamilton at Cans 2/27

TOO COOL: Catch Anthony Hamilton at Cans 2/27

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The Sol Kitchen presents The Royal Affair Afterparty aka True School Experience -- Powered by Simmons Media Group, this event features music by Grammy-winning producer and DJ 9th Wonder. 21 and up but 25 preferred. Dress code: chic and sophisticated. For specially priced advance tickets and VIP, visit www.thesolkitchen.com. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Mez in Epicentre, 210 E. Trade St. (corner of Trade and College streets).

The Sol Kitchen presents G-Unit's DJ Whoo Kid (50 Cent's DJ) -- Powered by Simmons Media Group, this is a 21-and-up event. Chic and stylish dress -- but come ready to party. For specially priced advance tickets and VIP, visit www.thesolkitchen.com. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Alley Cat, 314 N. College St. (corner of College and 6th streets).

The Sol Kitchen, Dynasty 5 and Firm Events present "The Official Grammy Award and Album Release Party" -- Hosted by the Q.C.'s own Grammy-winning soul singer Anthony Hamilton. Food menu available. For specially priced advance tickets and VIP, visit www.thesolkitchen.com. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cans, 500 W. 5th St. (corner of 5th and N. Graham streets)

"The 1st Annual Midnight Brunch" -- Includes all-you-can-eat buffet and beverages. Serving cocktails and wine until 2 a.m. In walking distance from the Blake Hotel. Breakfast buffet provided. $20. 11 p.m.-4 a.m. Kokomo's Coffeehouse, 4th & McDowell streets. 704-375-3460. For more information, visit www.digitaldivasevents.com or www.kokomoscoffeehouse.com.

Midnight Breakfast -- Hosted by Tone-X and featuring live entertainment. Ages 18 and up. $10 (no buffet); $25 (with buffet). 2 a.m.-6 a.m. Lola's Restaurant, 300 S. Brevard St. 704-353-3545.

FEB. 28

Saturday Style Day Party -- Featuring a fashion show and music by DJ Rsenal. A portion of proceeds to be donated to To Serve With Love Ministries. Drink specials include specialty martinis and half-price appetizers. Dress code is casual chic. No athletic gear. $10 (before 1 p.m.). 11 a.m.-4 p.m. PJ's Coffee & Lounge, 210 E. Trade St. For more information, call 704-965-3297 or e-mail events@jswmediagroup.com.

C-I Day Party -- Presented by Thomas Washington, Fred Massey and UrbanProfessionals.com. Two levels to party and music from DJ Koolsheed and DJ Cool V. VIP includes complimentary Diddy's Ciroc. 21 and up; 25 and up preferred. Free for everyone before 1:30 p.m.; Free for ladies before 2 p.m. $10 (in advance). Cans, 500 W. 5th St. www.cansbar.com. For advance tickets, visit www.ez-tixx.com.

The Official Queen City Cookout -- Presented by Loose Tie. Day party featuring food, drink specials, a DJ and an indoor trolley. 21 and up. Also offering all access passes to all five events presented by Loose Tie for $60. For more information, call 980-205-0829 or visit www.loosetie.biz or www.groovetickets.com. $10. 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Charlotte Trolley Museum, 1507 Camden Road. 704-375-0850. www.charlottetrolley.org.

"Pardi Gras" The Grown & Sexy Weekend -- Day and night party presented by Emma Allen Enterprises and Java Ice 1. Featuring a VIP area, three bars, food and music by DJ Stacey Blackman and Tony Outlaw. For more information, call 704-996-6476 or 704-492-3146. Ladies get in free until 10 p.m. 12 p.m.-5 p.m. and 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Latta Arcade/French Quarter, 320 S. Tryon St. and 321 S. Church St.

"Uptown Saturday" Part III -- Presented by Digital Divas and Alize. Featuring music by DJ Polo. For more information, call 201-304-2933, e-mail digitaldivasinc@gmail.com or visit www.digitaldivasevents.com. 12:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Blue Restaurant, Corner of 5th and College streets. 704-927-2583. www.bluerestaurantandbar.com.

Idris Elba: Level Three Party/VIP Backstage Party -- Hosted by actor Idris Elba. Presented by Unique Endeavors. $25-$50. 9 p.m. Belk Theater Lobby, 130 N. Tryon St. 704-372-1000. www.blumenthalcenter.org or www.ciparties2009.com.

The Sol Kitchen presents The Green Lounge Afterparty with The Magnificent Jazzy Jeff -- Highly recommended. This is Jeff's first time rocking the CIAA. And don't be confused by his appearances on the Fresh Prince TV show -- Jeff is a world-class DJ who digs deep in the crates. For specially priced advance tickets and VIP, visit www.thesolkitchen.com. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Mez in Epicentre, 210 E. Trade St. (corner of Trade and College streets).

Dynasty 5 in assoc. with Firm Events & The Sol Kitchen present Doug E. Fresh & Friends -- Food menu available. For specially priced advance tickets and VIP, visit www.thesolkitchen.com. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Cans, 500 W. 5th St. (corner of 5th and N. Graham streets).

MARCH 1

"Panache" -- 3rd Annual Farewell Jazz Brunch, presented by Digital Divas. For more information, call 201-304-2933 or e-mail digitaldivasinc@gmail.com. You may also visit www.digitaldivasevents.com or www.ez-tixx.com. $20. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Utopia Restaurant, 10210 Berkeley Place Dr. 704-295-0655. www.utopianc.com.

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