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Soundgirl Sample Sale |
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| Where: | Soundgirl Showroom, 1385 Broadway, 5th Fl. ((37th & 38th Sts.)) |
| What: | Sisters Liz Jebara and Patty Kerigan have teamed up to offer a 3 day sample sale on Soundgirls and re:sound clothing and Lovely People shoes.
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Resurrection Vintage Sale |
| When: | 11 am - 7 pm |
| Where: | Resurrection Vintage , 217 Mott St. (Prince & Spring Sts.) |
| What: | Ever since Katy Rodriguez and Mark Haddawy opened the first Resurrection Vintage store in a former funeral home in the East Village, celebs, fashion-forward New Yorkers, and even historians have trusted them as THE resource for high-quality vintage apparel. With a major sale running from Sept. 26-Oct. 15, you can snag a piece or two for yourself. The sale, running from 11am-7pm (Sundays from 12pm), focuses on ‘90s fashions and will include items by Comme Des Garcons, among many others. |
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Monday Night Stand-Up |
| When: | 7:30 pm |
| Where: | Pete's Candy Store, 709 Lorimer St. (Richardson & Frost Sts.) |
| What: | Stand-up comedians aren't always a sure bet—sometimes they can be downright obnoxious—but a spoonful of sugar makes the bad jokes go down. Holding this truism in mind, Pete’s Candy Store and comedienne Jennifer Dziura host five comedians every other Monday night at 7:30pm. With a free cover AND free candy, it’s the perfect way to boost your spirits post-Monday morning. |
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Tegan and Sara |
| When: | 8 pm |
| Where: | Terminal 5, 610 W. 56th St. (@ 11th Ave.) |
| What: | The Canadian twin singer-songwriters known as Tegan and Sara take harmony to a whole other level, crooning with what sounds like a single voice. Their two-night gig at Terminal 5 will give newcomers a chance to find out what all the buzz is about, while their largely female die-hard fans will just be glad to see these adorable sisters stateside. The shows on Sunday and Monday start at 8pm, and tickets are $32. |
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Beer Olympics 2008 |
| When: | 7 pm |
| Where: | Porky's, 55 West 21st. (5th & 6th Aves.) |
| What: | Put your college education (the kind that took place after dark, that is) to good use at the Beer Olympics 2008, which lets competitors square off in events like Quarters and Beer Pong for cash prizes. As if the unlimited Miller Draft (included with a $10 donation to fight cancer) wasn’t enough of a reward. This night of sudsy sports goes down on Tuesday at Porky’s, and you can reserve a spot by calling 212.675.8007. |
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Barack Rock |
| When: | 7:30 pm |
| Where: | Music Hall of Williamsburg, 66 N. 6th St. (Wythe & Kent Aves.) |
| What: | If Obama is your man in ’08, do him a solid by coming out to the sweetest benefit concert of the season. Musical guests on the Stage for Change at Barack Rock will include Andrew Bird, Les Savy Fav, The Fiery Furnaces, and many more, while the Obama Room will be geared towards getting voters more involved. All proceeds from the $40 tickets will go to the Obama campaign, and everyone of voting age is welcome. Try finding a lineup like that at a McCain benefit! |
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The Ultimate Bacchus Experience |
| When: | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm |
| Where: | Bacchus Wine Made Simple, 2056 Broadway (70th & 71st Sts.) |
| What: | At Bacchus Wine Made Simple, the Upper West Side’s premiere shop for all things vino, it’s all about demystifying wine and celebrating it at the same time. The Ultimate Bacchus Experience, one of their deluxe tasting events which takes place on Tuesday, gives everyday folk a chance to understand their flavor preferences (i.e. crisp, mellow, bold) and apply that to selecting wines. Tickets to the 2-hour event are $45 and can be purchased at bacchuswinestore.com. |
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Revenge of the Bookeaters |
| When: | 8 pm |
| Where: | Town Hall, 123 W 43rd St. (Broadway & 6th Ave.) |
| What: | Join the literati at Town Hall for this fundraiser, benefiting 826NYC (the children’s literacy nonprofit based in the back of the Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co.). Organization co-founder Dave Eggers will be on hand, along with Paul Simon, Parker Posey, and members of TV on the Radio, among others. With all the readings and musical performances planned, tickets are almost a steal at $45 ($100 for orchestra and loge seating). |
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Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton |
| When: | 12 pm |
| Where: | New Museum, 235 Bowery (@ Prince St.) |
| What: | Elizabeth Peyton’s intimate depictions of artists, celebrities, and her own glamorous friends have made her one of the most exciting portrait artists in contemporary art. Now you can see the first American retrospective on her work at “Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton,” opening October 8th at the New Museum. The exhibition runs until January 11th of 2009, and general admission to the museum is $12. |
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New York Now in Bryant Park |
| When: | 5 pm |
| Where: | Bryant Park, Upper Terrace, 5th Ave. & 40th St. |
| What: | Relaxing in the park with the soothing sounds of New York’s best classical music for free—what could be sweeter? Bank of America’s New York Now in Bryant Park series, which brought five renowned musical institutions together to preview their upcoming seasons, wraps up on October 8th with a night of opera. Promising young talents from the Met’s Young Artist Development Program will provide a lovely ending to a lovely festival, starting at 5PM. |
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Singles Night of Bull Riding & Beers |
| When: | 7:30 pm |
| Where: | Johnny Utah's, 25 W. 51st St. (5th & 6th Aves.) |
| What: | If gyrating on top of a mechanical bull is your idea of a subtle pick-up, this is the singles’ night for you. Meet Market Adventures is hosting a night of booze and bull riding (not to mention flirtation) at Johnny Utah’s, the home of New York’s one and only mechanical bull. Purchase your $19.99 tickets ahead of time by calling 800.239.0542, and be sure to dress appropriately (pants, not skirts, for you cowgirls). Yee-haw! |
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Ballet Hispanico |
| When: | 8 pm |
| Where: | Joyce Theater, 175 8th Ave. (@ 19th St.) |
| What: | In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Ballet Hispanico is presenting its annual performance season from October 7-19. This exciting series of performances showcase new works, revivals, and repertory favorites by the troupe, accompanied by a live orchestra and the Latin Rhythm Percussion Ensemble. Tickets can be purchased from the Joyce Theater for $19, $35, and $49. |
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Food Network NYC Wine & Food Festival |
| When: | 8 pm |
| Where: | Various Locations (see website) |
| What: | Food and Wine Magazine and the Food Network present one of the most highly-anticipated gastronomic events of the year, the New York City Wine & Food Festival. It runs from Oct. 9-12th, but tickets are selling out fast for this star-studded event. See all your favorite celebrity chefs, stuff yourself silly, and help a worthy cause (part of the proceeds go to Share Our Strength and the Food Bank for NYC). Event-specific ticket prices vary. |
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Headphone Disco |
| When: | 9 pm |
| Where: | Spiegelworld, South Street Seaport, Pier 17 (@ Beekman St.) |
| What: | Spiegelworld at the South Street Seaport is truly one of New York’s most bizarre venues (if you can call it that). The travelling stage is the setting for an eclectic array of artistic spectacles, but none is more fun or more interactive than the Headphone Disco, which lets DJ-weary New Yorkers move to their own beat—literally. Bring your dancing shoes and your own music device and headphones, and prepare for the most surreal dancing experience of your life. |
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Trendsetter Thursdays |
| When: | 10 pm |
| Where: | Katra Lounge, 217 Bowery St. (Prince & Rivington Sts.) |
| What: | The Bowery is quickly becoming the center of downtown nightlife, and you can check out the scene for yourself on Thursday nights, when Katra Lounge hosts Trendsetter Thursdays. DJ Commish and DJ Mastermind spin the latest tunes, and admission is free before 11:30pm. |
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New York Magazine's 40th Anniversary Event |
| When: | 8 pm |
| Where: | Hammerstein Ballroom, 311 W. 34th St. (8th & 9th Aves.) |
| What: | New York Magazine turns 40 years old this year—and they don’t look a day over 30! They’re celebrating at the Hammerstein Ballroom, where entertainment includes bands Grizzly Bear and The National. The event will be hosted by comedy troupe Stella, i.e. Michael Ian Black, David Wain, and Michael Showalter (previously of THE STATE). Grab a ticket for this 21-and-over event while you still can ($35 for general admission, $100 for VIP). |
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Between (a Rock and a Hard Place) |
| When: | 9 pm |
| Where: | Crash Mansion , 199 Bowery (@ Spring St.) |
| What: | If you’re looking for Friday night plans that won’t bust the bank, check out Friday nights at Crash Mansion, when the weekly party Between (a Rock and a Hard Place) brings downtowners a sampling of underground bands (this week: Rich Girls, The Dig, Hello Tokyo, and The Hymns), beats by DJ RekLES, and free vodka from 9-10pm. Admission is free if you email rsvp@newyorkunderbelly.com. |
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MSTRKRFT w/ Felix Cartel & Congorock |
| When: | 11 pm |
| Where: | Webster Hall, 125 E. 11th St. (3rd & 4th Aves.) |
| What: | MSTRKRFT (pronounced “Mastercraft”) is an electronic group composed of Jesse Keeler and Al-P, former members of Death From Above and Girlsareshort (respectively) and all-around badasses. Fresh from the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, the dynamic duo will be appearing at Webster Hall as part of their Fist of God Tour. Tickets for the show, which also features Felix Cartel and Congorock, are $10 in advance (RSVP recommended). |
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BMW Ultimate Drive for Susan G. Komen |
| When: | 10:30 am - 5:30 pm |
| Where: | BMW of Manhattan , 555 W. 57th St. (10th & 11th Aves.) |
| What: | BMW is teaming up with Susan G. Komen for the Cure for the 12th annual BMW Ultimate Drive. A fleet of 25 special pink ribbon-themed BMWs will be available for test-driving by participants, and each mile driven equates to $1 donated to Komen to help fight breast cancer. The event is free but fills up fast, so RSVP at 877-423-7483 and help BMW reach their goal of $1 million. |
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ADAM Collection Debut Party |
| When: | 12 pm - 4 pm |
| Where: | ADAM, 678 Hudson St. (W. 13th & W. 14th Sts.) |
| What: | ADAM (by Adam Lippes) is hosting an exciting night of designs, drinks, and giveaways in honor of their new collection of fashion basics. Lucky attendees can get a first look at the new designs and enjoy complimentary cocktails at ADAM’s flagship store in the Meatpacking District on October 11th from 12pm-4pm. As a bonus, there will be a “How Do You Wear It?” contest, where participants will use ADAM garb to show off their personal style, with free fashion basics as prizes. |
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Madonna |
| When: | 8 pm |
| Where: | Madison Square Garden, 4 Penn Plaza (7th Ave. & 31st St.) |
| What: | Madonna is currently touring the country on her “Sticky & Sweet Tour” in celebration of her new album, Hard Candy, and for the low (ha) price of $64.50-354.50, you can be a part of it. You can say what you will about the Material Girl, but she knows how to put on a good show, and she’s pulling out all the stops this time. At the least, you can expect awesomely choreographed dance numbers and a crapload of costume changes. |
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Diesel xXx Party |
| When: | 9 pm |
| Where: | Pier 3 (Brooklyn), Kent Ave. (Division Ave. & Clymer St.) |
| What: | One of the fall’s wildest fashion events is Diesel’s international 24-hour party on October 11th. Celebrated simultaneously in 17 cities around the world, the Diesel xXx Party culminates in a circus tent on the Brooklyn waterfront with a blowout lasting from 9pm to 3am. Musical performers include M.I.A., Chaka Kahn, and N*E*R*D. Keep a close eye on the website for late-breaking ticket info for this semi-secret event. |
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