Jan 27 – Feb 3, 2009

Jan 27 - Feb 3, 2009 / Vol. 22 / No. 48

You’ll want to bookmark this site

If you’re one of those people who take forever to decide to buy something — despite how great the sale is — RedTagCrazy.com is not for you. From the site: We sell one hot item from one sought-after label at a time, casual and designer, at deep discounts of 50-80%. Quantities are limited, time is…

Kimberly Lawson

Wild Wings, Chuck Norris and more food…

Wild Wings has opened in the EpiCentre and, like every bar that’s opened in the EpiCentre, Wild Wings is…. well, wild. But don’t underestimate the Wild Wings in Ayrsley with their Chuck Norris shot — tequila and Red Bull. Because after a night of partying Chuck Norris doesn’t throw up – he throws down…kinda like…

Brittney Cason

Today’s Top(less) 5: Monday

Here are the five best events to get you hot and bothered with or without a date going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today, Feb. 2, 2009— as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing. •Sophisticated Flava, poetry and jazz tonight. • Soul and Funk at the Double Door. • S.I.N night at…

Mustang Sally, Mayor of Bang Town

Should Mecklenburg offer domestic-partner benefits?

E-mails have gone out today urging people to vote in a Fox Charlotte online poll that poses question. You can find it here.(It’s on the right side of the page, about halfway down.) At 4:31 p.m., Fox Charlotte’s poll found a majority favor the idea: about 61 percent of the 246 people who clicked on…

Karen Shugart

Food news: Jan. 30

The Polka Dot Bake Shop, 1730 E. Woodlawn Road, is featuring Valentine-themed gift boxes. The half box ($20) is two each of their Classic Red Velvet, Kisses ‘n Cream, and Heavenly Chocolate cupcakes. (Dozen, $30, is twice that). Decorations include fondant hearts, butter-cream roses, and chocolate-dipped cherries. Available February 13 and 14 from 10 a.m.…

Carlton Hargro

Culture Picks: Past year’s most celebrated paperbacks

Culture Picks are items reviewed by CL critics that you may, uh, actually want to shop for. Here’s a selection of paperback books reviewed by writer John Grooms. Click here for full reviews. • The Translator: A Memoir by Daoud Hari $10.40 from Amazon.com • Pictures at a Revolution: Five Movies and the Birth of…

Kimberly Lawson

Club Made, 1/29/09

Club Made had their Fashion Forward event last night. Check out these fashionistas who came out. Photos by Jeaumane McIntosh.

Web Editor

Concert Announcement

With summer around the corner, new concerts are being announced every day. Now, Taylor Swift has announced a date for the Queen City.

Jeff Hahne

Cowboy Mouth in Charlotte

Tonight (Fri., Jan. 30), the New Orleans-based rock act Cowboy Mouth is set to perform at Alive in NoDa. The group whose popular songs include “Love Of My Life” “Everybody Loves Jill,” “How Do You Tell Someone,” and of course, “Jenny Says” (The latter, blasted over radio airwaves after 1996’s release Are You With Me?)…

Anita Overcash

Daily consumer dish: Jan. 30

Headlines from the world of retail, fashion and shopping. • Presidential fashion: Should race be an issue?: WWD.com • Jamie Fox protests blood diamonds: TalkingShopping.com • Electronic giant NEC to cut 20,000 jobs worldwide: MSNBC.com • Bangles are back for spring: Style.com

Kimberly Lawson

Music Menu, 1/30

CL previews upcoming shows: Prabir and the Substitutes, Starling Electric, The Benjy Davis Project, Tropic Culture

Web Editor

About

This is an example of a WordPress page, you could edit this to put information about yourself or your site so readers know where you are coming from. You can create as many pages like this one or sub-pages as you like and manage all of your content inside of WordPress.

Web Editor

Will Obama learn a lesson?

I hope President Obama has learned a lesson. Yesterday, his mammoth economic stimulus package passed the House of Representatives. If you remember, Obama bent over backward to appease Republicans and get their votes by adjusting his plan to make one-third of the “stimuli” a series of tax cuts rather than more public spending. OK, he…

John Grooms

Food news: Jan. 29

Feast at HOM, 116 W 5th Street, downtown, closed. Opened last October is Mama’s Express, 500 South Old Statesville Road, Huntersville, the second area operation of co-owners Joe Guercio and Frank Mantis. Mama’s is strictly takeout (three-mile radius free delivery) and offers pizza, sandwiches, and southern Italian-styled entrees. Guercio’s first area eatery is J. Pasta,…

Tricia Childress

Let’s go antiquing at the Cabarrus Arena

The Greater Charlotte Antique & Collectibles Show has moved to the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center and will go down this weekend, Jan. 30-Feb. 1. Admission is $5 per person, and $4 for senior on Friday and Saturday. Friday – Saturday, 9 a.m – 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 4751 Highway 49…

Kimberly Lawson

Mez, 1/28/09

Paschal Promotions, Elevate Lifestyle, Sports Connection, Kiss 95.1 and K 104.7 hosted Epic Wednesdays @ Mez in the EpiCentre last night. Epic Wednesday specials include 1/2 price martinis and cocktails, $2 domestics and a light buffet. The event runs 5 – 9 pm and admission is free. We went to check it out last night.…

Web Editor

Sale of the Day: Thursday

Cottage Chic, a shop in Dilworth where you can find “handmade furniture, simple and easy-to-care-for upholstery, only washable and no-XXXXXXX linens, original art, retro appliances and difficult-to-find, non mass-produced items,” has a 40-percent-off sale on select clothing (excluding jeans). 1232 East Blvd. 704-375-1888

Jaclyn Letizia

Release the ‘Roo!

Just got an e-mail stating that the first wave of band names for this year’s Bonnaroo will be released on Feb. 3. It’s all but confirmed that Bruce Springsteen and Phish will be performing. Who else? Less than a week to find out!

Jeff Hahne

Rent: No Day but Today

Watching the performance of Pascal and Rapp, you almost thought they were really Roger and Mark. It’s not fair that they didn’t age, either.

Cheris Hodges

Updike, the great craftsman, is gone

It’s ironic that he had lately come to be seen by many younger writers as a stuffy dinosaur, because when he appeared on the U.S. literary scene in the early 1960s, he was an exciting breath of fresh air.

John Grooms

Mecklenburg and beyond …

Psychology: That rifle-toting guy on the clocktower? He probably didn’t get to play as a kid. (Scientific American) Media: Congressional Quarterly’s owners look for a buyer (Romenesko) Economy: Tell Gawker what ridiculous things your company is doing to save money. (Gawker) Photography: And the award for Mugshot of the Day goes to …the Jackson County…

Karen Shugart

Lust List Casting Call @ Madison’s, 1/27/09

Last night, Creative Loafing trekked over to Madison’s for its Lust List Casting Call party. Here are the folks who deemed themselves worthy to be lusted over by the general public — and some folks who must have just came to check out the scenery. Photos by Kimberly Lawson

Kimberly Lawson

Sale of the Day: Wednesday

It’s getting close to that time where we ladies need to shop for our summer escapades. I.C. London — known for fine sleepwear, loungewear and lingerie — has resortwear and swimwear 60 percent off. 1419 East Blvd. Suite #F 704-377-7955

Jaclyn Letizia

Concert announcement

Disturbed will perform at Bojangles Coliseum on April 13 as part of the band’s Music As a Weapon IV festival. Killswitch Engage, Lacuna Coil and Chimaira will be supporting acts. The festival will feature tattoo artists, extreme sports demos and more. Some dates go on sale this weekend through Ticketmaster.

Jeff Hahne

Springsteen at Bonnaroo?

Bruce Springsteen announced dates for a spring tour today and, wouldn’t you know it, the weekend of Bonnaroo is open. That goes well with the rumors that The Boss may be performing at the ‘Roo this year.

Jeff Hahne

The Men’s Club, 1/24/09

Single Cell Productions presented a formal fetish ball called “Beauty’s Torment” at The Men’s Club this past Saturday. The event also featured an erotic art show with works by photographers Mystic and Justin Kates. All I can say is … Wow to some of these photos. Photos by Jeaumane McIntosh.

Web Editor

Dixie’s Tavern, 1/26/09

It was Monday Funday at Dixie’s last night. Judging from the pictures, looks like a lot of dudes had fun dressing as women. Photos by Renaul Hill, Charlotte Vibe Photography.

Web Editor

Diesel fashion comes to Charlotte

If you’re a fan of the Italian-born fashion label Diesel, you’ll want to head out to The Forum Wednesday night for a Diesel Fashion Event. If you’re not familiar with the brand, check out this write-up from NYMag.com: The company is famed for its jeans (well-worn, dirty, and industrial for the most part), with DieselStylelab…

Kimberly Lawson

Today’s Top 5: Tuesday

Here are the five best events going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today, Jan. 27, 2009 — as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing. • Creative Loafing’s 2nd Annual Casting Call for Lust List at Madison’s • Rent at Ovens Auditorium • The Light Factory presents a film screening of Stage Sisters…

Anita Overcash

Today’s Top(less) 5: Tuesday

Here are the five best events to get you hot and bothered with or without a date going down in Charlotte and the surrounding area today, Jan. 27, 2009— as selected by the folks at Creative Loafing. •Take a date to tour SouthEnd. •Play trivia with Roxy at Petra’s Piano Bar. • Bare as you…

Mustang Sally, Mayor of Bang Town

Children’s Theatre’s A Year With Frog & Toad: Highly upbeat

Ever since Children’s Theatre Company of Minneapolis won the regional Tony award, I’ve been hungering to see a production of their musical calling card, A Year With Frog & Toad. That hunger wasn’t inspired merely by curiosity — or a blind devotion to the Arnold Lobel books that fueled the Robert & Willie Reale stage…

Perry Tannenbaum

Tosco’s next party on Jan. 31

If you’re looking to see a variety of musicians in a smoke-free, family-friendly setting, the upcoming Tosco Music Party is a great chance to do that. Being held from 7 to 11 p.m. on Jan. 31 at the Dale F. Halton Theater on the CPCC campus, the event — the first of three scheduled for…

Jeff Hahne

CL previews upcoming shows (Jan. 29-Feb. 3)

THURSDAY, JAN. 29 Von Iva The all-girl electro punk trio may be well known to you if you’ve seen the latest Jim Carrey movie, Yes Man. They were the backing band for Zooey Deschanel – Munchausen by Proxy. They performed here last November, but they’re back again as part of the Hell on Heels tour…

Too big to fail, to big to jail

Karl Rove recently described George W. Bush as a book lover, writing, “There is a myth perpetuated by Bush critics that he would rather burn a book than read one.” There will be many histories written about the Bush administration. What will they use for source material? The Bush White House was sued for losing…

Amy Goodman

The Showdown continues …

Each month, we highly recommend heading out to the Crowntown Showdown. Sure, we are one of the sponsors, but it’s also because it’s a great opportunity to see so many local and regional acts (six each month) for a low price ($5). In case you weren’t at December’s show at The Double Door Inn or…

Jeff Hahne

THEATER: The Barber of Seville

There’s no better story than a love story, especially when the bride is locked up and the groom is the only one with the key. But wait, what if that key has nothing to do with her heart, just the door? In Opera Carolina’s performances of The Barber of Seville, that’s just what happens when…

Robyn Banez

Bizarre crimes from Charlotte police files

Let’s Rage!: The driver of a party bus was forced to call police after one of his riders decided it would be a good time to kick and punch all of the windows out from the backside of the bus as it was traveling down the highway. The suspect apparently took the name of the…

Ryan Pitkin

Locals’ alternate picks for Big Read

The public library cranked up its “Big Read” project this week. It’s their effort to get the city to read and discuss Harper Lee’s wonderful To Kill A Mockingbird, a novel which, let’s face it, if you haven’t already read it or seen the movie, you’re pretty much a goober. But hey, the city’s full…

ART: Tonya Gregg exhibit and opening reception

Tonya Gregg’s new exhibit at the Creative Art Exchange in Cornelius is definitely something to put on the to-do list. Just take one look at her art and you’ll see she paints with a fresh, vibrant, colorful, festive style. But, that’s not all. Her artwork, which focuses on gender roles and identity within African-American culture,…

Anita Overcash

MUSIC: Tosco Music Party

Tosco Music Party is a tradition for many Charlotteans. When a variety of acoustic musicians — both professionals and amateurs — unite, they bring new meaning to sharing a stage. At the show musicians come together to do singalongs, and in a way the whole show is more like a jam session than a concert.…

Anita Overcash

Horoscope for Jan. 28-Feb. 3, 2009

Aquarius The Waterbearer: (Jan. 19-Feb 18) Listen carefully to your intuition. Pay close attention to those who come into your life at this time. You are preparing for a move that may result in the good of many others, not to mention yourself. Whomever or whatever is missing will surface in mid-February. For All Signs:…

Vivian Carol

Caroline Kennedy too sheltered for national office

Rumors have been flying about the reason why Caroline Kennedy decided to withdraw her bid for Hillary Clinton’s vacated Senate seat. Some publications reported that it was because of a tax issues and marital challenges, which included an alleged high-profile affair and a supposed ultimatum from her husband, who threatened to end the marriage if…

Nsenga Burton

THEATER: Shakespeare in Hollywood

If it wasn’t bad enough that a large segment of our entertainment has become “hollywoodized” (yes, I am coining that word), then this is the official icing on the cake. Shakespeare in Hollywood has taken classic Shakespeare and spun in a modern twist. The famous fairies Oberon and Puck magically appear on the Hollywood set…

Ciara Lilly

Capsule reviews of films playing the week of Jan. 28

Current Releases BEDTIME STORIES A winning formula for a successful family film gets reconfigured employing the lowest common denominator, and the result is a dismal effort that will fail with all but the most undemanding of children. As for their parents, it’s hard to imagine any of them warming up to a picture in which…

Matt Brunson

Baby-daddy boom a bust for this country

There’s an ad campaign running on billboards all over the city right now. In it, a nonprofit organization pleads with high school students to stay in school and graduate. The billboards feature a hopeful-looking young woman. Most studies show that failure to attain a diploma is the leading cause of poverty in America. So she…

MUSIC: Find Your Muse Open Mic

It’s Find Your Muse Open Mic night at The Evening Muse this and every Monday at 8 p.m. If you’re a musician, be sure to grab your music gear, make your way to The Evening Muse and hit the stage to play those musical creations that you’ve always wanted to play in front of a…

Anita Overcash

COMEDY: Norm MacDonald at McGlohon Theatre

Impersonator and former fake-news anchor (1993-1997) for Saturday Night Live’s “Weekend Update,” Canadian-bred Norm MacDonald, didn’t give comedy up after he got fired from the show, but he did do other things. From co-writing to starring in popular television shows (like The Drew Carey Show, Family Guy, My Name Is Earl, The Fairly Odd Parents)…

Anita Overcash

DANCE: Troika Ranch presents 16 [R]evolutions

If you’re looking to drop it like it’s hot, or shake ya tail feather, this event is not for you. However, Troika Ranch’s 16 [R]evolutions seems like a fair exchange if you enjoy dance in general. The name derives from Coniglio and Stoppiello’s creative methodology (yeah I know, but before you flip the page, let…

Ciara Lilly

Von Iva

The all-girl electro punk trio may be well known to you if you’ve seen the latest Jim Carrey movie, Yes Man. They were the backing band for Zooey Deschanel – Munchausen by Proxy. They performed here last November, but they’re back again as part of the Hell on Heels tour with Semi Precious Weapons and…

Jeff Hahne

Good time of year for paperbacks

This is a great time of year for book and movie hounds. In theaters, we can see the serious Oscar contenders, as well as the art house or indie films that are jockeying for position. Meanwhile in bookstores, readers can save money while picking up some of the past year’s most celebrated books — and…

HEADLINE: Were Christians really thrown to the lions?

My friend says Christians weren’t actually thrown to the lions in ancient Rome, but when I was at the Colosseum, I saw a big cross there in honor of all the Christians martyred at that spot. He insists this was just made up by the church to perpetuate their religion. What gives? — vbunny The…

Cecil Adams

For the love of Robert Kirkman

OK, you’ve got to give it up to writer Robert Kirkman. He said he’d get his trio of Image-brand comics (The Astounding Wolf-Man, Invincible and The Walking Dead) out on time, and for the last few months it appears that he’s been delivering on that promise. And I’ve got to say, now that his books…

Carlton Hargro

New styling for The Barber of Seville

Nearly seven years had elapsed since Vivica Genaux headlined a triumphant Opera Carolina-Piedmont Opera co-production of The Barber of Seville at Belk Theater. On Saturday night, a near-capacity house affirmed Charlotte’s enduring appetite for Gioachino Rossini’s comic masterwork. Most of the throng, newcomers and old-faithfuls, would probably have settled for the 2002 edition, surely a…

Perry Tannenbaum

A phenomenal find at CPCC Opera Theatre’s Tales of Hoffman

Operating on a smaller budget, CPCC Opera Theatre seemed to be swimming impetuously against the tide by scheduling their Tales of Hoffman on the same weekend as the Op Carolina opening — and opposite the latest Metropolitan Opera “Live in HD” screening. But with a strong lineup for six of the major roles, CP doyenne…

Perry Tannenbaum

We were advantaged by Met’s Live in HD

The Met’s Live in HD series included more than its share of old warhorses in its first two seasons, perhaps setting Meena and his colleagues’ teeth on edge. So far, their third season has been an entirely different affair, with absolutely nothing — except the holiday reprise of The Magic Flute — that we’ve ever…

Perry Tannenbaum

Recent

See all

Gift this article