04/30/12

Hip Hop Unplugged, Tuesday Night Tee Party, Whisky River’s Anniversary, and More

Why put off till the weekend when you can party during the week? Enjoy this list of parties and social events.

Tuesday, May 1

Hip Hop Unplugged Vol. 1: East Coast Superfest
It's a celebration of hip hop as an art form, presented by On Q Productions and Romare Bearden Society. Music by DJ Justice, with Stacey Rose directing. 6-9 p.m. Free; $10 suggested donation. Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S. Tryon St. After-party next door at Levant Mediterranean Cuisine (501 S. Church St.), mintmuseum.org, youarenowonq.com.

The Exchange: A Lifestyle Cocktail Mixer
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04/26/12

Ten Park Lanes Opens on Montford Drive

George Pappas’ Park Lanes, the name of the bowling alley many Charlotteans have come to know and love over decades, has been changed to reflect the massive renovation of the Montford Drive hangout. And there’s a grand re-opening party this weekend to celebrate.

The newly minted Ten Park Lanes features a bowling alley, restaurant, bar and lounge, 30 TVs (including two 70-inch screens), three outdoor patios, and a 24-tap outdoor beer garden. Sounds like something you’d hear about opening in uptown, right? Sort of like StrikeCity meets VBGB. It’s hip, modern, yet maintains a retro... Read more »

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04/24/12

Baseball Happy Hour, Football Draft Party, Blondes vs. Brunettes, Flo Rida Live, and More

The middle of the week is hopping with activity as if it’s the weekend or something. Network and/or party hard.

Wednesday, April 25

Networking Happy Hour to Support Charlotte Knights
Engage Charlotte and Business Leaders of Charlotte (BLOC) are hosting a networking event to build support for the Charlotte Knights making their move from Fort Mill to uptown. Charlotte Center City Partners will have their baseball street team on hand, and you’ll have a chance to sign your name on the 12-foot... Read more »

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04/19/12

Live Music, Fashion Events, Popular DJs, and More this Weekend

There’s a lot going on this weekend in Charlotte, including some early afternoon, evening, and late-night events. So make sure you nurture your social life by attending at least one of them.

Mix and mingle responsibly!

Friday, April 20

Plaza Midwood Spring Party
Enjoy the spring weather by spending the evening in this eclectic neighborhood, filled with hip and niche bars, restaurants, shops, and galleries. Live music will be on full display with performances by Jon Lindsay, Sinners & Saints, Elonzo, Turnbuckle Jones, Hectorina, Anna Bullard, and Henry Killian. Along with art by Skillet Gilmore and Matt Pfahlert. 6 p.m. $10. Petra's Piano Bar, 1919 Commonwealth... Read more »

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04/18/12

Charlotte Wine & Food Weekend Kicks Off; Most Tickets Gone but If You Still Want In…

Charlotte Wine & Food Weekend is a big deal. Not only is it more than just a weekend—it’s five days, today through Sunday (April 18-22)—but it’s also one of the most anticipated culinary-meets-nightlife series in the city. CWFW takes place every other year, which adds to the anticipation, and the excitement is evident by the fact that almost half of the events are sold out. While there are nearly a dozen events in all, for the remaining events that aren’t listed as being sold out on the website, registration has unfortunately closed.

I called the CWFW office around noon today to inquire about... Read more »

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04/17/12

Great DJs, Cocktails and Conversations, and More this Week

Satisfy your social appetite by attending at least one of these cool events this Wednesday and Thursday.

Wednesday, April 18

Live Music on the Patio (weekly event)
Come out to this new live music series, and enjoy the sights of the beautiful cultural arts campus, while Heroes at Last performs. Wednesdays are also Dollar Draft Days. 5-9 p.m. Free. American Roadside Uptown, 440 S. Church St., americanroadside.com.

SocialFlockers Wednesday Night
The SocialFlockers are taking over the beer garden, and for the night you’ll enjoy food... Read more »

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04/10/12

Respect My Vote! Reception, Alive After Five, Patio Party, and More

No need to wait until the weekend to get out and have a good time. Enjoy these social events and parties throughout the week.

Tuesday, April 10

Two for Tuesday (weekly event)
Enjoy two-for-one drinks, including beer and liquor, all evening and night at this uptown bar. And make some new friends with your beer goggles. 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Free. Prohibition, 200 N. Tryon St., prohibitionclt.com.

Get Lei'd
Come out wearing your favorite bikini, shortest shorts, or best Hawaiian shirt to this college night party. Music by DJ Edward Shouse while you enjoy a Sex on the Beach. Speaking of... Read more »

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