Dusk Till Dawn - October 2011

10/31/11

Party with Models, Stylists, Cheerleaders, and Ladies Men this Week

This is a great week to see and be seen, with several parties and events highlighting beauty, fashion, and all-around model behavior. And you'll be happy to notice that many of the events listed have free admission.

Tuesday, November 1

The Fashion Face Tour—The Look By Joi Collection
[Event rescheduled for Friday, November 4.] The six-city tour stops in Charlotte and ladies will be treated to a beauty night out. Eyelash and brow expert, Joi Mebane, launches her new collection that includes products focusing on the total eye area. At this event you’ll enjoy cocktails, cupcakes, product discounts, gifts with purchase, and a beauty-licious swag bag. 7-9 p.m. Free.... Read more »

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10/27/11

Halloween Parties in Charlotte October 28-31

Halloween, officially, is Monday but partygoers will be celebrating the frightful holiday all weekend. Women use this opportunity to wear sexy costumes (nurse, cop, Lady Gaga,) and men dress as their favorite d-bags (pimp, beer commercial guy, Charlie Sheen). Whatever you choose, here's a list of 20 parties over the four-day Halloween weekend—carefully selected from the dozens that are taking place around the city. Use websites listed to verify event info.

Friday, October 28

Halloween Costume Party and Haunted Mansion
Sink your fangs into Chef Harrison Booth’s gourmet food and enjoy special brews, while grooving to live music by the Bad Daddies. There will also be an... Read more »

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10/26/11

Jazzy Jeff at Re:Public, Moët Hennessy Tasting at Mez, Social Supremacy at Gantt, and More this Week

Here are some cool events and parties taking place tonight and tomorrow night. Also, check back soon on Dusk Till Dawn for my list of Halloween events going on this weekend.

Wednesday, October 26

CCFA Pre-Event Happy Hour
The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America-Carolinas Chapter is hosting a happy hour this evening to gear up for its big fundraising gala next month (Paint the Town Red White & Blues, November 5, at Bechtler Museum). Mix and mingle, enjoy drink specials, and preview auction items. All proceeds will benefit the CCFA’s mission for... Read more »

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10/24/11

No Rest for Partiers at Town Tavern

I was out in uptown last night and decided to pop into Town Tavern a little after 11 p.m. I’ve gone there a few times before but never on a Sunday night or at least not that late on a Sunday night. Well, I can now attest that S.I.N. Sundays, the weekly party, at Town Tavern is serious.

The place was packed on both levels. You enter from Tryon Street, where you can hear the music blasting from inside, and on the main level people were primarily mixing and mingling. TVs were tuned to the Sunday Night Football game, and I didn’t see a DJ on this level so I assume the music playing here was a pre-recorded mix (it’s different from the music playing downstairs).

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10/21/11

Final Weekend to Enter ‘A Night At The Music Factory’ Video Contest

For the past month, NC Music Factory has been holding its "A Night At The Music Factory" contest, in which it’s asked people to create a short video of their night out at the uptown entertainment complex. The contest ends at 11:59 p.m. this Sunday, October 23.

Your video needs to be at least 20 seconds long and have “NC Music Factory” somewhere in the title. You could easily shoot the video with your smart phone—you probably capture wild, drunken footage of your nights out on a regular basis anyway. So here’s your chance to win something for it.

The winner will receive a night out for four, next Saturday, October 29, at several NC Music Factory venues.... Read more »

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10/20/11

Ladies Night, Fashion Show with After-Party, Plenty of DJs, Charlie Sheen, and More this Weekend

This weekend's list of parties and social events covers a little bit of everything, from music and dance, to fashion and film, to football and skateboarding.

Friday, October 21

Su Casa—The October Edition
Billed as “the oasis for Charlotte’s culturally starved,” this monthly event features an eclectic mix of music, including soul, Afrobeat, house, Brazilian, and more. There will also be photography and film presentations. 9 p.m. Free before 11 p.m.; $5 after. Dharma Lounge, 1440 S. Tryon St. dharmacharlotte.com, Facebook... Read more »

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10/12/11

Wale, Martini Fest, Race Week Party, J. Cole, and More this Thursday

It’s an event-filled Thursday this week. Try this variety of parties and social events on for size.

Thursday, October 13

Grand Opening of Social Status by Flava Factory
Maybach Music Group rapper Wale, whom you might have seen performing last night on the BET Hip-Hop Awards, hosts the grand opening of this new, hip clothing and sneaker boutique. This is the second location for the boutique, with the first, simply called Social Status, being in Pittsburgh. Scheduled appearance also by Black Cobain and other special invited guests 5-9 p.m. Social Status by Flava Factory, 1519 Central Ave., socialstatuspgh.com.

The Ivey’s... Read more »

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10/10/11

An Evening At The Wine Palette

I’m always looking for new and different ways to experience an evening or night out. I’d heard a little about The Wine Palette since it opened in June in Plaza Midwood, and I finally got the chance to check it out Saturday when a friend and fellow blogger had a party.

Simone McDowell, of HoneeBee Gifts, threw a party to celebrate the redesign of her blog. The Wine Palette hosts private events, so Simone welcomed about thirty of her friends and fellow bloggers, and we had the place to ourselves from 5-8 p.m.

We were each given an eight-by-eight-inch white canvas, brushes, and a variety of paint colors to choose from.... Read more »

Posted at 04:56 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1

10/07/11

Pretty in Pink at Butter, All Black Gala at Privilege, Chris Brown After-Party at Lux, and More this Weekend

Here are a handful of options where you can party successfully this weekend. Wear pink, dress in black, play putt-putt, try a love potion...just have a good time.

Friday, October 7

Second Annual Pretty in Pink
Butter NC presents this fundraising party to benefit the American Cancer Society. And in honor of the occasion, you’ll party to a special selection of 80s music all night by DJ Ahuff in the main room. DJ Ciprian will play all your other favorites in the upstairs room, plus there will be a DJ on the outdoor patio. Wear something pink and qualify to win a gift bag valued at $500. Drink specials include $5 cosmos, $3 domestic beers, $4 royal flushes, $5 vodka drinks, and $100 vodka bottles. 10... Read more »

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10/06/11

Happy Hour at Morton’s Bar also Good for ‘After’ After-Work

Several bars and restaurants throughout Charlotte, especially in uptown, feature great happy hour or after-work specials. This is important for the venues as a way to drive business during what are typically slow hours. And it’s great for us because sometimes five o’clock (or six) can’t come soon enough, and we need something cold in a glass paired with something hot on a plate to help put the workday behind us. The majority of the places offer these food and drink specials from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., but sometimes you need it a little later. This is where the bar at Morton's The Steakhouse comes in.

Tuesday night, my brother and I were leaving a networking/social event in uptown. Some tasty appetizers were served there, but it wasn’t intended to... Read more »

Posted at 10:46 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0

10/03/11

Monday Night Football, Project Tuesday, Courvoisier Launch Party, and More this Week

Get the first week in October started off right by attending some of these cool events and parties.

Monday, October 3

Mainstream Mondays
It’s likely Charlotte’s largest weekly gathering for Monday Night Football. Last week, hundreds of fans turned out—many of them in their Cowboys and Redskins apparel—and expect another good turnout tonight for the Colts vs. Bucs game. The crowd varies week to week depending on which teams are playing, but you also have plenty of people who come out for the good food, drinks, and to hear music by DJ Shogun. Hosted by sports personality SG, and presented by Eddietainment. There’s also photography by Neil Nicholson, a trivia contest at halftime, and... Read more »

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	10/31/11 Party with Models, Stylists, Cheerleaders, and Ladies Men this Week This is a great week to see and be seen, with several parties and events highlighting beauty, fashion, and all-around model behavior. And you'll be happy to notice that many of the events listed have free admission. Tuesday, November 1 The Fashion Face Tour—The Look By Joi Collection *[Event rescheduled for Friday, November 4.]* The six-city tour stops in Charlotte and ladies will be treated to a beauty night out. Eyelash and brow expert, Joi Mebane, launches her new collection that includes products focusing on the total eye area. At this event you’ll enjoy cocktails, cupcakes, product discounts, gifts with purchase, and a beauty-licious swag bag. 7-9 p.m. Free.... Read more » Posted at 01:44 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/27/11 Halloween Parties in Charlotte October 28-31 Halloween, officially, is Monday but partygoers will be celebrating the frightful holiday all weekend. Women use this opportunity to wear sexy costumes (nurse, cop, Lady Gaga,) and men dress as their favorite d-bags (pimp, beer commercial guy, Charlie Sheen). Whatever you choose, here's a list of 20 parties over the four-day Halloween weekend—carefully selected from the dozens that are taking place around the city. Use websites listed to verify event info. Friday, October 28 Halloween Costume Party and Haunted Mansion Sink your fangs into Chef Harrison Booth’s gourmet food and enjoy special brews, while grooving to live music by the Bad Daddies. There will also be an... Read more » Posted at 09:57 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/26/11 Jazzy Jeff at Re:Public, Moët Hennessy Tasting at Mez, Social Supremacy at Gantt, and More this Week Here are some cool events and parties taking place tonight and tomorrow night. Also, check back soon on Dusk Till Dawn for my list of Halloween events going on this weekend. Wednesday, October 26 CCFA Pre-Event Happy Hour The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America-Carolinas Chapter is hosting a happy hour this evening to gear up for its big fundraising gala next month (Paint the Town Red White & Blues, November 5, at Bechtler Museum). Mix and mingle, enjoy drink specials, and preview auction items. All proceeds will benefit the CCFA’s mission for... Read more » Posted at 01:14 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/24/11 No Rest for Partiers at Town Tavern I was out in uptown last night and decided to pop into Town Tavern a little after 11 p.m. I’ve gone there a few times before but never on a Sunday night or at least not that late on a Sunday night. Well, I can now attest that S.I.N. Sundays, the weekly party, at Town Tavern is serious. The place was packed on both levels. You enter from Tryon Street, where you can hear the music blasting from inside, and on the main level people were primarily mixing and mingling. TVs were tuned to the Sunday Night Football game, and I didn’t see a DJ on this level so I assume the music playing here was a pre-recorded mix (it’s different from the music playing downstairs). ... Read more » Posted at 03:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/21/11 Final Weekend to Enter ‘A Night At The Music Factory’ Video Contest For the past month, NC Music Factory has been holding its "A Night At The Music Factory" contest, in which it’s asked people to create a short video of their night out at the uptown entertainment complex. The contest ends at 11:59 p.m. this Sunday, October 23. Your video needs to be at least 20 seconds long and have “NC Music Factory” somewhere in the title. You could easily shoot the video with your smart phone—you probably capture wild, drunken footage of your nights out on a regular basis anyway. So here’s your chance to win something for it. The winner will receive a night out for four, next Saturday, October 29, at several NC Music Factory venues.... Read more » Posted at 04:09 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/20/11 Ladies Night, Fashion Show with After-Party, Plenty of DJs, Charlie Sheen, and More this Weekend This weekend's list of parties and social events covers a little bit of everything, from music and dance, to fashion and film, to football and skateboarding. Friday, October 21 Su Casa—The October Edition Billed as “the oasis for Charlotte’s culturally starved,” this monthly event features an eclectic mix of music, including soul, Afrobeat, house, Brazilian, and more. There will also be photography and film presentations. 9 p.m. Free before 11 p.m.; $5 after. Dharma Lounge, 1440 S. Tryon St. dharmacharlotte.com, Facebook... Read more » Posted at 03:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/12/11 Wale, Martini Fest, Race Week Party, J. Cole, and More this Thursday It’s an event-filled Thursday this week. Try this variety of parties and social events on for size. Thursday, October 13 Grand Opening of Social Status by Flava Factory Maybach Music Group rapper Wale, whom you might have seen performing last night on the BET Hip-Hop Awards, hosts the grand opening of this new, hip clothing and sneaker boutique. This is the second location for the boutique, with the first, simply called Social Status, being in Pittsburgh. Scheduled appearance also by Black Cobain and other special invited guests 5-9 p.m. Social Status by Flava Factory, 1519 Central Ave., socialstatuspgh.com. The Ivey’s... Read more » Posted at 01:59 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/10/11 An Evening At The Wine Palette I’m always looking for new and different ways to experience an evening or night out. I’d heard a little about The Wine Palette since it opened in June in Plaza Midwood, and I finally got the chance to check it out Saturday when a friend and fellow blogger had a party. Simone McDowell, of HoneeBee Gifts, threw a party to celebrate the redesign of her blog. The Wine Palette hosts private events, so Simone welcomed about thirty of her friends and fellow bloggers, and we had the place to ourselves from 5-8 p.m. We were each given an eight-by-eight-inch white canvas, brushes, and a variety of paint colors to choose from.... Read more » Posted at 04:56 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 1
	10/07/11 Pretty in Pink at Butter, All Black Gala at Privilege, Chris Brown After-Party at Lux, and More this Weekend Here are a handful of options where you can party successfully this weekend. Wear pink, dress in black, play putt-putt, try a love potion...just have a good time. Friday, October 7 Second Annual Pretty in Pink Butter NC presents this fundraising party to benefit the American Cancer Society. And in honor of the occasion, you’ll party to a special selection of 80s music all night by DJ Ahuff in the main room. DJ Ciprian will play all your other favorites in the upstairs room, plus there will be a DJ on the outdoor patio. Wear something pink and qualify to win a gift bag valued at $500. Drink specials include $5 cosmos, $3 domestic beers, $4 royal flushes, $5 vodka drinks, and $100 vodka bottles. 10... Read more » Posted at 01:29 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/06/11 Happy Hour at Morton’s Bar also Good for ‘After’ After-Work Several bars and restaurants throughout Charlotte, especially in uptown, feature great happy hour or after-work specials. This is important for the venues as a way to drive business during what are typically slow hours. And it’s great for us because sometimes five o’clock (or six) can’t come soon enough, and we need something cold in a glass paired with something hot on a plate to help put the workday behind us. The majority of the places offer these food and drink specials from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., but sometimes you need it a little later. This is where the bar at Morton's The Steakhouse comes in. Tuesday night, my brother and I were leaving a networking/social event in uptown. Some tasty appetizers were served there, but it wasn’t intended to... Read more » Posted at 10:46 AM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0
	10/03/11 Monday Night Football, Project Tuesday, Courvoisier Launch Party, and More this Week Get the first week in October started off right by attending some of these cool events and parties. Monday, October 3 Mainstream Mondays It’s likely Charlotte’s largest weekly gathering for Monday Night Football. Last week, hundreds of fans turned out—many of them in their Cowboys and Redskins apparel—and expect another good turnout tonight for the Colts vs. Bucs game. The crowd varies week to week depending on which teams are playing, but you also have plenty of people who come out for the good food, drinks, and to hear music by DJ Shogun. Hosted by sports personality SG, and presented by Eddietainment. There’s also photography by Neil Nicholson, a trivia contest at halftime, and... Read more » Posted at 01:38 PM \| Permalink \| Comments: 0

Chronicling Charlotte nightlife, Straight No Chaser

October 2011