No we aren’t talking about a Wizard of Oz metaphor for an antiquated gold standard debate. Rather, a metaphor for what has now become the hipster haven of Manhattan, the Bowery. And soon it will have brand new streets, free of potholes, and ready for people to jet down to places like the Bowery Hotel.
In the midst of CMJ Music Festival Craziness, the city has decided it was the perfect time to dive into this massive construction and paving work on the Bowery. And there you have it, The Bowery is currently closed from Houston Street all the way to Delancey.
This past weekend, the New York City Police Museum had its annual car show. On Saturday and Sunday, these classic cars were on display until 2 pm, at which point they did a loop around the Museum with their sirens on, giving contemporary New Yorkers a chance to see these relics in action. More than anything, the show, which took place in the first area of Manhattan that was developed (the southern tip) seemed to be a reminder of just how classy everything was (and is) in NYC, even pragmatic institutions such as the police department.
I wonder if the other glasses are jealous…because these lucky chosen ones are going to have a fun life ahead of them housing sweet summer drinks held by fashionable Hamptonites….
“Joystiq reports on a Wii promotion that recently occurred at the bar Sutton Place where women battled each each in a Wii Sports boxing tournament TO THE DEATH with the winner taking home the Nintendo Wii gaming system.” [MROD Nation]
Who cares about the girls, look at their men in the background cheering them on!
Over this past week Talia Eisenberg and Berel Berko hosted artist Saul Zanolari’s new debut solo exhibition, “Saul Soul”, for the grand opening of the Heist Gallery. The work of Saul Zanolari is mesmerizing and mystical yet also displays an almost synical twist. The still quality of his prints make his work accessible while also heightening the effect of the sinister elements he employs.
This exhibition consists of eight prints and runs until June 30th at the Heist Gallery, located at 27 Essex Street.
Last night on the corner of Ludlow and Stanton in LES, I along with many others were fortunate enough to witness the CLASSIC overweight drunk man in “tighty whiteys” who kept his shades on in the dark. It may be too often we come across something like this because really we should never have to experience it, however it did bring a puzzled smile to my face.
Back in October, on opening night of Anton Corbijn’s first feature film Control, herds of Joy Division diehards flocked to the Film Forum. Like many New Yorkers who were turned away from the sold out show that night, I didn’t get a chance to see Control in the theatre. Thus, when I heard about Pianos free screening of the film last night I knew it was an event that I couldn’t miss.
Do you remember when the news came out that the Lower East Side has become an endangered historic area due to all the development going on, and the media was worried about that for a whole week before moving on to something else? Do you know whose is responsible? Bruce Willis. No, seriously. Bruce Willis and his right-wing Republicans are ruining the neighborhood.
Last Sunday I attended the Olive Juice Record’s weekend music festival held at the Cake Shop in LES. It was a free event featuring great antifolk bands. My roommate from the band Dinowalrus has played there before and only had good things to say about the venue- leaving me completely curious of its alluring qualities. Many of the bands played upstairs, however I witnessed the headliner Jeffrey Lewis upclose and OH so personal.
Unstoppable Perfect is a bi-weekly party I throw with my friend Julius Onah over at Happy Ending. This party in particular was “hella” crazy. We had not only our house dJs, but we also had DJ COBRA KRAMES who was just insane on the turntables. I bought Honor along with me and he seemed to have a good time as well! Though I look crazy and drunk in the photos, I had actually not had one drink. Haha! When I go out I usually only have Shirley Temples and I get crazy for no reason. Haha. I think I dance too much though, because my legs are always sore after going out.
Every Wednesday night, Resident DJs Dimity!!! and Prince Terrence host the party at The Annex on Orchard Street. High Voltage! at the Annex has become quite the scene, it even has it’s own Myspace page. A couple GofG photog’s were there this Wednesday to get the scoop.
Where: NESPRESSO Boutique Bar, 92 Prince Street (at Mercer Street), New York, NY (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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The New Yorker’s perenially popular Passport to the Arts event, back for a fifth year, includes a fantastic self-guided tour of leading Chelsea and SoHo galleries, a limited-edition art passport, a cocktail afterparty at Hudson Studios, and a silent auction of works by emerging and established artists, with proceeds to benefit Friends of the High Line.
A new line of clothing, Tom Christopher, a well known artist in NYC, who just teamed up with the eco friendly sustainable company Threads for Thought to launch a line a T-shirts a Macy's and Urban Outfitters.
Where: The Boucarou Lounge, 64 East 1st Street, New York, NY 10003 (map)
Admission: Ticketed Event
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A beautiful spa event, hosted by Geralyn Lucas, author of Why I Wore to my Mastectomy. Slip into comfortable robes and soft slippers, and embark on a luxurious experience benefiting the cure for breast cancer. Receive top of the line spa treatments (including massage, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures), have your makeup done by exclusive MAC artists, and have your hair styled by world renowned hair stylist, Sally Hershberger. The most soothing and beautiful way for women to help other women.
Event: Vanier Spa Party, November 7th, 3-10 pm. **RED CARPET 3-4 PM**
686 Lexington Ave. at 57th Street (2nd Floor)
"Spa For The Cure" Treatment Event: Hosted by Nick Brown from the 'Real World' and Sarah Hartshrone from 'America's Next Top Model'. Special appearance from Anthony Stallone (Celebrity Boxer, former WWE) who will be fighting the evening before in Springfield, MA with Rodney King and Jose Conseco.
Special guest speaker: Samantha Daniels (Author, TV Host and Celebrity Match Maker) will be speaking on dating with a Q&A.
Other Special CONFIRMED Celebrities to appear are: Vinny Parco from the Soparnos, Natasha Komis- Musician/Reality Star, To Be a Star cast: Angelina, Miram, Mercedes and Mary Jane , Extra Large-Hip Hop artist EMI, Be Orginal- Hip Hop Artist, Missy Hyatt- World Wrestling Champion, Eriam sisters from America's Got Talent, and Lifetime TV movie author of "Why I wore Red lipstick to my Mastectomy" Geralyn Lucas,
Arrive at 3 pm for a warm welcome, slip into comfortable robes and soft slippers, and embark on a luxurious experience benefiting the cure for breast cancer. Receive top of the line spa treatments (including massage, facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures), have your makeup done by exclusive MAC artists, and have your hair styled by world renowned, Sally Hershberger and Riccardo Maggiore stylists of New York City salons Enjoy:
* Decadent catering and fabulous treats
* Live beauty blogging in our Dell-sponsored computer lounge by top blogging sites reaching +1million readers
* Exclusive tables and product boutiques, where all purchase proceeds will go directly to the charity. Enjoy a Think Pink Boutique from jewelry designers Stella & Dot, with top NYC designers making exclusive clothing to be donated to this event that is not sold anywhere else
*RF Runway Show and After Party: After you have been sufficiently pampered and spoiled, get ready for the after party at 8:30! Dress to impress (cocktail to formal attire preferable), and enjoy...
* A Breast Cancer Research Foundation fashion show! Watch real breast cancer survivors and fighters model BCA related apparel, accessories and fabulous beauty looks!
* A Fight Fashionable Auction: Enjoy bidding on all of the breast cancer fashion, jewels and products used and seen on the runway. All of the proceeds will go directly to the charity
* Enjoy live music and an open bar!
* Fabulous gift bags from our Breast Cancer Awareness sponsors
For tickets and further information please visit: http://www.vanierspa.eventbrite.com
Where: Invite Only, Invite Only , New York, NY (map)
Admission: Invite Only
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Join Honorary Angel Christie Brinkley and her daughter Sailor for the launch of Tea Party Angels, a fundraising program that asks mothers and daughters to host tea parties in order to raise money for girls in need around the world and to teach girls here about social responsibility. The event at Doubles from 4:00 - 6:00 PM will be a fun-filled tea party with tea-shirt making, face painting and more.
Where: Junc Gallery, 4017 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA (map)
Admission: Open
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We’re turning 5 and we’ve asked our family of incredible artists & Junc Gallery to help us celebrate!
Blood is the New Black & Junc Gallery Present:
Blood is the New Black: 5 Year Anniversary Exhibition
November 7 - December 14, 2009
Opening Reception and Party Saturday November 7, 7-11 pm
4017 Sunset Blvd
Silverlake, CA 90029
http://www.bloodisthenewblack.com
http://www.juncgallery.com
Featuring new work by:
Skinner, Skye Parrott, Keaton Henson, Demonbabies, Porous Walker, Andrea Shear, Jesse Spears, Bryan Ray Turcotte, Brendan Donnelly, Sumi Ink Club, Patrick Jilbert, Sterling Bartlett, Michael Sieben, Jeff P, Dan Monick, Mel Kadel, Travis Millard, Scott Barry, Pete and Jo, Josh Slater, Jason Fischer, Hannah Stouffer, Dylan Haley, & more!
Be sure to check out the Blood is the New Black pop up store opening night with shirts, prints, zines and more!
Beer courtesy of Nakhon Beer and cupcakes from Lemonade (yum!)
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to support the artists we love for the last five years!
We hope we can do even more for our friends in the next five years.
xo
Blood is the New Black
http://www.bloodisthenewblack.com
http://www.twitter.com/bloodyblack
http://www.myspace.com/bloodisthenewblack
http://www.facebook.com/bloodisthenewblack
Honey is a lounge / resturant catering to the locals, foodies and night owls. With exposed brick, warm mahogany paneling, chocolate brown leather banquettes and a 25 foot amber backlit bar, this 3,000 square foot venue is the neighborhood sweet spot!
New York's Hottest Hangout In The Meat Packing District:
HONEY
243 W 14th Street
Between 7th & 8th Ave
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Music By Rotating DJ's Spinning Top 40's, Mashups, Hip Hop
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Have Dinner at Honey and Receive A VIP Table & Admission To The Club
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This past weekend, the New York City Police Museum had its annual car show. On Saturday and Sunday, these classic cars were on display until 2 pm, at which point they did a loop around the Museum with their sirens on, giving contemporary New Yorkers a chance to see these relics in action. More than anything, the show, which took place in the first area of Manhattan that was developed (the southern tip) seemed to be a reminder of just how classy everything was (and is) in NYC, even pragmatic institutions such as the police department.
[Image via The Guardian]
Do you remember when the news came out that the Lower East Side has become an endangered historic area due to all the development going on, and the media was worried about that for a whole week before moving on to something else? Do you know whose is responsible? Bruce Willis. No, seriously. Bruce Willis and his right-wing Republicans are ruining the neighborhood.
Last Sunday I attended the Olive Juice Record’s weekend music festival held at the Cake Shop in LES. It was a free event featuring great antifolk bands. My roommate from the band Dinowalrus has played there before and only had good things to say about the venue- leaving me completely curious of its alluring qualities. Many of the bands played upstairs, however I witnessed the headliner Jeffrey Lewis upclose and OH so personal.
