NYC Blogs

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.

Barneys customers can purchase hand painted Evisu jeans with custom patches tattooed live by Saved Tattoo.

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.

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

Nov 7: Apple Caramel Crepes / Crêpes aux pommes et au caramel Nov 14: Pumpkin Apple Clafoutis / Clafoutis aux pommes et potiron Dec 5: Spice Bread / Pain d'épices Dec 19: Bûche de Noël

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.

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 http://www.honeyny.com Honey's 5-5-5 Happy Hour $5 Mixed Drinks, Draft Beers, Bottled Beers, Cocktails and Wines 5pm - 9pm EVERY DAY NO COVER ALL NIGHT Music By Rotating DJ's Spinning Top 40's, Mashups, Hip Hop Free Bottle of Champagne For Groups of 20 or More PRIVATE ROOM AVAILABLE FOR PARTIES Perfect For Birthday Parties / Large Groups & Dinner Parties Have Dinner at Honey and Receive A VIP Table & Admission To The Club (Subject To Availability) PLEASE ASK FOR RANDOLPH AT THE DOOR WHEN YOU ARRIVE 21 & Over - Proper ID Is Required To RSVP / Book Your Birthday Party / Large Group or Dinner Reservation INFO@HONEYNY.COM or call (212) 620-0222