8.3 Peace 2008 Hip Hop Festival | City Hall Plaza

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and the City of Boston are holding the
Fifth Annual Peace 2008 Hip Hop Festival in City Hall Plaza

Headlinging will be Hip-Hop legend EPMD and will feature Chubb Rock as well as local up and coming acts including Acrobatik, Static Noyze, Status Quo and Esoteric as well as Justin "Jae Guttah" McGibbon, Jennifer "Nesi" Chiansi, and Nyles "Witness" Houston winners of the ESSENCE magazine and Berklee College of music 2008 Take Back the Music Hip-Hop Songwriting Contest.

4 – 8pm

This event is free and open to the public

Mini Recap: Prelude to a Kiss | Saint

Sources say that the J. Francois, K. Pritty,
YBWS (Young Black Womens Society) collabo was a success...

And I quote:

"Girrrrrrll....there are so many beautiful people here!!
And so many fine mens...girl...it's really nice! Stop on through!"

Dag! Guess I missed out :(.

Can y'all start having things towards the end of the week? I want to see the fine mens too :) LOL!

Good job ladies and gentlemen. Way to keep it Fab! ;)

8.1 J. Simone Sex and The City Birthday | Hyatt Terrace

L.O.E.E and J. Simone present

J. Simone & The City a birthday celebration with a "Sex and the City" theme a top the

The Hyatt Terrace (1 Avenue de Lafayette, Downtown)

They invite you to release your inner "Carrie" men, are to dress nice, but designer jeans are o.k. Errrrr...how you gonna be "upscale" in jeans? Are you screening for labels??

There will be a fashion expose with Prajje Couture and IMAN Models

Tickets are $20 (seriously??) in advanced and you must RSVP

For more info call (617) 785-6895 or e-mail here!!

*Fab!Girl Tip: Be prepared to stand on a street corner to get your tickets. And does anybody know who J. Simone is...I mean really?? Clue ME in. I mean, Happy Birthday and all, but

uh-yeah...

8.1 New School Meets Old School | Holiday Inn Somerville

Mistrie and First Friday's Boston presents

New School Meets Old School at
The Grand Ballroom in the Holiday Inn Somerville (30 Washington St., Somerville)
*Glad they finally moved the party inside!

This event features 2 rooms of entertainment with 2 cash bars and an open pool lounge area complete with lounge beds

Music by DJ Big, DJ T.Clark and DJ Ananconda

Dress Code: Classy & Mature (Collar Shirt is Required) Heels and Shoes Required. Hard Sole Shoes

$10 ONLY for the first 100 RSVP's

To RSVP click here!! or here!! or call (617) 653-9857

8.1 First Friday's Mid Summer Classic

The Boston Chapter of First Fridays United, Upper Echelon Events and The A-List

present

Mid Summer Classic at

Whiskey Park (The Boston Park Plaza Hotel, 64 Arlington st, Downtown)

*Previously at Johnnie's on the Side*

W/ DJ Sensae keeping it hot with Hip Hop, R&B and Reggae

RSVP here!! or For reduced admission ($10) before 11 p.m.

Upscale, classy dress code STRICTLY enforced!!

*Fab Girl Tip!: Whiskey Park is not that big, so if it's serious, show up early. I do love this spot, though...try not to fall alseep on the ultra comfy couches :)

PS: Can y'all get better flyers or something?? Y'all don't even try

Stay Fab! :)

7.30 Poetic Escape | Blue Wave

Poetic Escape is back tonight at Blue Wave (343 Congress St, Harbor side) with hosts
Elie, Nuri & Herby!

With poetry by:

Giles Li - DeGrease - Anju - Francis - SHAIE - JOSE - POPS - ALI - Wendy Sanchez
SheyButta - Brother D - RoseBaby - Napumbe - Star - Azizi the Poet
Sirius Black - Umeleni - Louna Eclipse - Dijon - Shawn
Intrigue - Infinite - 3RD Knowledge - Alpha Status

Music by : Dj SolBak & Paul Foley

9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

$ 5.00 cover

21+: Casual Dress (Thank you!!)

For more info call 617.549.2700 or click here!!

7.30 Cheesecake Factory 30th Anniversary

Recession Tip of the Week!

The Cheesecake Factory is celebrating their 30th anniversary by selling slices of their famed cheescake for $1.50 per slice just like they did 30 years ago!


It's also National Cheesecake Day in case anyone out there celebrates! :)

Treat yourself or surprise your boo with their favorite variety. Click here!! for a location near you.

7.7 Kanye West | MGM Grand | Foxwoods

In case you missed him in Mansfield or at the Essence Fest in New Orleans,
Kanye along with Gnarles Barkley will be within driving distance next Thursday at
Foxwoods MGM Grand Performance Theater
(39 Norwich Westerly Road, Ledyard, CT) Ledyard is about 2 1/2 hours from Boston

Tickets range from $79 - $134

For more information and to purchase tickets, click here!!

7.30 Prelude to a Kiss | Saint

YBWS Inc. (Young Black Women's Society) in collaboration with

J. Francois and K. Pritty invite you to the

2nd Annual Prelude to a Kiss at Saint
(90 Exeter St. near Prudential) Bordello Room

Enjoy complementary appetizers and Hennessy specialty drinks form 7pm to 8pm

Live Soul and Jazz Music will get your night started and later on the tempo changes pace to
Hip Hop R&B, Neo soul, & Reggae

The event starts at 7 p.m. and goes 'til 12 a.m.

Cost is $10. To RSVP click here!!

For more information about The Young Black Women's Society Inc. click here!!

Picture Recap: In case y'all didn't believe it was true...NAS at Blue Wave

I thought it only fair to show that Nas did indeed show up at Blue Wave last Saturday. Hey, even I was a bit skeptical. You gotta hand it to R.O.B. I wonder what the sliding scale entrance fee ended up being??.... :)

Photo: Promoter R.O.B. and Nas chillin' like homies on the block

Photo: Nas chuckin' duces with the crowd

Photo: R.O.B. basking in the glow of success...he's even got his money green on.

Next time I'll believe... ;)

Stay Fab! :)

7.28 - 8.3 The Roxbury Film Festival is here!!

It's here!! It's here!! The Roxbury Film Festival is finally here!! I got the pass this time to see as many flicks as possible. The official opening night reception is on Wednesday the 30th, but you can catch a film and a comedy show today and/or tomorrow

Celebrity guests include, Robert Towsend, Ruby Dee, Charles Bennett, Sheryl Lee Ralph, (Hottie) Micheal Ealy, Chico Bennyman

In addition to the films there are galas, discussion panels and workshops

Individual movie ticket prices are $8 - $12. Event passes are also available!!

For complete information on show times and locations click here!!

Mini Recap: Saturday Night Lounge | NEWS

Sources say that J. Francois and K. Pritty's Saturday Night Lounge at NEWS (150 Kneeland St., near Chinatown) started off kinda slow, with not that many people. Still, by the end of the night there was a decent crowd.

Apparently the music was really good, which made people stay a longer than they had expected. There wasn't a dance floor and the furniture wasn't even moved around to accommodate one. Overall, NEWS had a chill atmosphere and was a nice time.

*Fab! Girl Tip: Even when I can't make it, I still got my sources! ;)

Stay Fab! :)

Recap: Red Sky

I was too through with the incidents of Saturday/Sunday morning, but still felt compelled to support my man, Sammy aka "Mr. West" on his first venture on his own at a spot in Boston. (And just in case you were wondering ladies, he is back in Beantown on a permanent basis.)

I showed up at around 11 with my roommie who hardly ever goes out and refused to be photographed (such a herb)...but we took a nice seat at the bar thanks to some ladies moving over to make room.

The scene was pretty quiet. I really liked The Red Sky (15 North St, Fanuiel Hall). As it was my first time actually going into the place, I discovered the lounge area towards the front and the pillars that lit up the place, which made the spot very appealing. There was plenty of space to sit down and have a chat and if you were brave enough to dance, there was space for that too.

This place, like some others, doesn't have a DJ permit, so the sounds were a mixed selection that was pretty good.*Side Note: Um...certain DJ's I need you to start selling your mix tapes...you know who you are....hint-hint. ;)

Sammy did deliver on his promises. Prior to my arrival the playboy models handed out energy drinks and gave away t-shirts. And I did get a free corona complete with a lime. You're off to a good start.... :)

Photo: My Fab! roomies and my drinks...free Corona's

The crowd was friendly. I met a soon-to-be Fab! fan Ryan who suggested I put a drop of tabasco sauce in the Corona bottle to give it a little kick. I actually kinda liked it. My roommate also has a San Antonio way of drinking a Corona: Take an extra lime, rub it on the neck of the bottle. Then shake salt around the rim of the bottle. Lick the salt off of the bottle on your way to taking a sip. It's a little un-lady like, but it tastes pretty good. I would have posted the pic of me doing it but...yeah. Not something you want to do in front of a lot of people. They may get ideas. :)

Photo: Corona... the San Antonio way.

Okay so back to the party:

As for my other drink choices I did get the Fab-o-lini ($10), which was nasty. It's strawberry and champagne and didn't appeal to my palate. Still, the drinks were reasonably priced at $8. The bartenders were a bit sloppy, dressed in sweatshirts, hoodies and were just slow and distracted...one of them forgot to take my money twice.

The crowd never got poppin' but hey it was a Sunday night, people had to work... and last nights shooting took place only a few blocks away, which may have deterred people as well. Although it never really got packed, people seemed to flow easily in and out and were conversing and mingling. Towards the end of the night, there was even a bit of dancing. It was also nice to see other promoters such as Klutch and K. Pritty who came out in support.

For Sammy's first event I give it a B+. He did what he was suppos'd to do, as far as delivering what he promised but by making it a guest list only night, it may have hurt his chances at a larger crowd.

Overall I had a good time. Watch out...Sammy is comin' for y'all :)

See you at the next one! Stay Fab! :)

Recap: DJ Kid Capri | Johnnie's on the Side

Since it's my Fab! friend Leah's b-day on Tuesday we decided it would be Birthday Girl's choice and head to the E1 Live! Entertainment event of Johnnie's on the Side (138 Portland St, North End) with DJ Kid Capri. Now, as much as I love being on the party scene there was no way I was going to pay $30 at the door at the club so I was all about getting my tickets early. Little did I know that I would have to contact somebody via phone to get them delivered to me. I find that sooo sketchy.

So, there I am standing in Central Square in front of the Blockbuster waiting on this unidentified person who is looking for "the girl in the red shirt" with a wad of 20's burning in my pocket. Does this scenario sound familiar to you? It shouldn't!! :) Okay, yes, I got my tickets, but dag. I mean, does a girl have to feel like a crack-addict in need of a fix, just to get some daggone tickets??!! Pah-lease people, lets get a bit more fab! about ticket distribution. Thanks...

So it's the night of the party and I'm there with the crew and expected to wait in line, but apparently at 11 they had only just opened the doors. The equipment was still being unloaded so I guess they were running late.

Photo: Fab! CFO Erika, BostonFab! and Fab! Friend Alex

This was my first time at Johnnie's and I didn't realize that the place was so huge! with a well stocked and well staffed bar on the first floor. The bar literally goes the length of the hall. Although it's hard to get out of the ambiance of a sports bar, it really is a good space. There was strategic seating, enough to pause and give your feet a little rest but not too much that you would sit all night. DJ Chubby Chub had already set up his area and was givin' a chill vibe spinnin' Old Skool R&B.

Photo: BostonFab! and Fab! Friend Chanelle

I did a quick walk through of the downstairs - and found it to also be very spacious, but with a more lounge vibe. And you can't hear the music upstairs which is a problem at other venues.

The crowd that drifting in was very... colorful, we had gold lemme outfits and short shorts with heels, to jeans and skirts. I mention the ladies because there weren't that many guys in the place, I thought the dress code was strict, but I saw hats and jeans and the like, so it must not have been that strict.

Photo: The Birthday Crew w/ Birthday girl Leah on the far right

At 12 a.m the crowd was still surprisingly small and I worried that Kid Capri wasn't going to show. Upstairs, Chubbs kept to his slow R&B kick so we headed back downstairs to see if Backspin had kicked it up a notch. Glady he didn't disappoint - you're on your way back to reclaiming the title, man :). and we started to warm up our groove to island rhythms intermixed with hip hop beats. Even E1 Live! Entertainment promoter Liz, got in on the action! Love your new look! And thanks for the shout-outs man, much appreciated!

By 12:30 the downstairs was getting packed. Finally, Backspin announced that Kid was in the building which led to the exodus from the downstairs back upstairs - by that time it was 1 a.m. and the Kid apologized and really wanted to get it in by hitting us HARD with deep Hip Hop Hype Music...which was reminiscent of his set at Rumor, but much faster paced. I was dancing, dippin', leanin' back...basically going crazy, even with my feet hurtin' and you ladies know how it get when your feet hurt. The lights came on at 1:30 but he didn't stop his set until 2:03. But he really didn't want to leave. He was hype! Kindly he went into the crowd for photo ops and I even saw him getting a few phone numbers too...ummmm hmmm. Ain't mad atcha!

Photo: Kid Capri, just warming up

Photo: The Crowd, lovin' Kid's every move.

Photo: Fab! Friend Alex, DJ Kid Capri and BostonFab!

All in all the night started off SLOOOOWWW, thought it had some to do with the promotion it also had to do with the crowd showing up late and of course Kid's waaaay tardy entrance. At the end of the night I gotta give this event a solid B+ because I paid $20 for about an hour of a good time.

*Side Note*: I cannot do this review without mentioning that only moments after your girl and her Fab! friends left Johnnie's on the Side there was a terrible shooting, where about 6 shots were fired leaving a victim in critical condition. And later a stabbing leaving two victims with injuries that may be linked also to the party. As there are many contributing factors that lead to these altercation one cannot blame the management or the promotion company, but we do know that this incident not only effects the lives of the victims, but all of us party-goers who go out to have a good time. What one person does, affects all of us.

The BostonFab! Team's hearts goes out to the victims and their families and hope that the perpetrators are brought to justice.

It won't stop until WE stop it.

For more information please click here

Peace, Luv, and Fab!

Recap: The Code Red Affair | Om

I was excited about heading to Om (92 Winthrop St., Harvard Square, Cambridge) for my first Status Promotions event, Code Red Affair as I really wanted to check out this venue. I arrived early, 'cuz you know I don't do lines, around 11, and they were still catering to the dinner crowd as this local hang out spot. The patio and the large window panes were open making it an outdoor/indoor experience all in one.

I got carded by the bouncer who reminded me of the $15 cover charge. There was no list so I don't know why they had previously asked people to RSVP and that the price of entrance would go up as the night went on. Which it didn't...Interesting.

Photo: The downstairs area

After my signature photo with photo man Daniel, I walked past two young ladies and one of them grabbed me...yes put her hands on me...to remind me to pay the cover charge. 1st off...They were in a dark corner so it was hard to see them. 2nd off the fact that you have to grab people to remind them of the cover charge with an attitude shows the lack of organization to ensure the promo group gets their money. 3rd...Don't be puttin' your hands on people. I'm nice...but...others might not have been so nice.

Trying to get over my "assault" ;) I surveyed the crowd and it was really mixed, I think most if not all of the nationalities were represented. The dance floor was very cool a nice rectangle surrounded by long couches. The entire restaurant/lounge is Asian influenced decorated with bamboo, water falls with back-lighting, Red lights at the bar, dark walls, and a large Asian influenced paintings on the far wall. Very Fung Shui. Very sexy.

Photo: International crowd kinda having a good time

At the bar I got my signature, but it tasted watered down and was and set me back $12. I proceeded to the upstairs and found the colors to be the opposite of downstairs, probably keeping with the yin and yang style as the room is white. There is a long black couch which was great for when you just wanted to chill out. But the bar was placed in an awkward corner right above the stairs. The room is also L-shaped, so if you stopped short of the dance area you would think it was a lot smaller than it is and wouldn't see the rest of the area which has are large picture windows that line the street facing the outside. Tre sheik.

The crowd that had come for the party seemed to all know each other and averaged age was probably 22. My pre-conceived notion of Status Promotions was that it would draw a younger crowd that got down and had a good time. This was not the case. I felt like I was at a prep-school dance or a networking mixer - not a Friday night out. Upstairs they all sipped on their drinks, chit chatted and gossiped about who was dating who (I sorta eaves dropped) and squealed when they saw somebody they knew. Nobody was really dancing. But they did dress tastefully so I guess there is still some hope for the next generation :)

Photo: The upstairs crowd chillin and lookin' good

Downstairs wasn't much better. Don't get me wrong , some people were gettin' it in but for the most part, people were content chatting and two-stepping and only got "hype" when DJ Fanatic played a remix of Neo...oookay. I, think perhaps having the mixed crowd of regulars with party-goers added to the confusion of how to act.

Overall DJ's Fanatic and G-Wiz were ookay...but did nothing spectacular or memorable. There was some issue getting the sound to transmit upstairs, which made have contributed to the lack of dancing.

I almost called this party a wrap at 1 a.m. 'til I saw one of the Fab! Fans Chris, who let me crash his crew and chit chatted with me ...thanks man...you made my night! Also a big THANK YOU!! for the "other thing";) which, I won't post the exact details of to preserve your rep ;), but will just say - ladies, this guy is a TRUE gentleman.

Photo: Fab! Fan "Gentleman" Chris and BostonFab!

Also, my man Edgar of So Good Entertainment stopped by. This cat has been off the scene for a minute, but promises a new wave of nightlife is coming so be on the look out.

The ambiance of this place should definitely be utilized by other promoters...hint-hint ;) as it is ultra sexy and has a lot of potential. As for this particular party 'eh....if you had never been to a party before, you might of had a good time. But as for me...it was just ok. I give it a C+/B-.

Stay Fab! :)

7.25 50 Mics | Precinct 70

Tonight, 50 MICS, GBE Entertainment, Supreme Entertainment, and 617LIVE! bring you Boston Mix Independent Concert Series which will showcase independent
Hip Hop, Reggae, R&B and Rock talent from across the country

The show starts at 9 at Precinct - 70 (so mad about the name)

70, Union Square, Somerville

This Weekend Is Gonna Be Bananas!!

Okay so there is just WAAAAAYYYY too much stuff going on this weekend!!

I've posted the detailed descriptions below, so keep on scrollin'! But here's a short list of what's going down - in no particular order.

There's probably more to come, but this will give you running start.

Friday:

1. Get Fresh Friday's has a new host at 360
2. The Red Code Affair is going down at OM

Saturday:

1. Rock the Bells at Comcast Center, Mansfield
2. Mood Mosaic at Stix, featuring electronic and international music
3. Be a Devil or an Angel in Dedham
4. Rock the Bells After-party at Johnnie's on the Side with Kid Capri
5. NAS is in the building at Blue Wave to introduce his new album
6. And if you just want to lounge you can do it at NEWS

Sunday:

1. Playboy Models and Corona are at Red Sky Lounge for the final rivalry game

Don't forget to tell 'em you saw it on The Fab! :)

7.27 Lavish Lounge Affair | Red Sky Lounge

My man Sammy aka Mr. West is striking out on his own in Boston - hey! - Didn't you move to NYC?...the guy is all over the place...

This Sunday, he's hosting Lavish Lounge Affair at

Red Sky Lounge (15 North St, Fanuiel Hall)

And what's more...No Cover!! It's FREE (w/RSVP and RSVP is REQUIRED).

Sponsored by the all new Playboy Energy Drink and Corona. Playboy models will be handing out their drink and there will be samplings of Corona on hand.

Doors open at 9 p.m. for the Rivalry Series Finale - Red Sox vs. Yankees

The kitchen will stay open 'til 1 a.m. serving appetizers

This is another strict dress code so come prepared to look fly

To RSVP click here!! or call Sammy direct at (617) 365-3830

*Fab! Girl Tip: Ladies if you're complaining there aren't enough guys in Boston - think about it...sports, Playboy, free beer...and they have to look nice?? I'm predicting the ratio will be crazy in your favor. You gotta be stratic :)

7.26 Saturday Night Lounge | NEWS

If you're looking for a more low key atmosphere you might want to head to
NEWS (150 Kneeland St., near Chinatown)

for J. Francois and K. Pritty's Saturday Night Lounge Special

Mix and mingle with your favorite party-goers to the sounds of
DJ Eight 2,

playing R&B, Neo Soul, Top 40 remixes

Food is served all night long -

*Try the spinach omelet, it's good!

The party ends sharply at 1:30 a.m.

The management at NEWS is not my favorite (to put it nicely) so be prepared to plaster a smile on your face and avoid eye contact to detour the drama

Very strict dress code: No hats, Tims, sneakers, baggy clothes, athletic gear, sunglasses (really??), or long chains. Men must be wearing button down collard, dress shirts and hard bottom shoes

$5 before 10 p.m.
$10 before 11 p.m.

RSVP here!! Or here!!

*Fab Girl Tip! Get there early!! My prediction the line will be held at around 11:15

7.26 NAS | Album Release Party | Blue Wave

R.O.B. & Soulful Saturdays present

The NAS Album Release Party Hosted by NAS himself!!!

At The Blue Wave (343 Congress St, Harbor side)

This is NOT a listening party... NAS will be here LIVE!

DJ Eight2 will be spinnin'

Hip Hop, R&B, Reggae, Neo-Soul, **Featuring a Best of NAS Set**

Doors open @ 10 p.m.

Ladies: No flats, flip flops, jeans are OK with heels

Fellas: No sneakers, athletic wear, oversized clothing

Come correct!! They have no problem telling you to go home

$25 Admission
*They reserve the right to change the entrance fee at the door
(uh- that's kinda wack)

Get there EARLY!!!

7.26 DJ Kid Capri After-party | Johnnie's on the Side

If you still have energy after the Rock the Bells Concert, try out

Johnnie's on the Side (they really gotta change the name of this place)
(138 Portland St, North End) for the

DJ Kid Capri After-party sponsored by

E1 Live! Entertainment, Medinastyle, Beantown Rock Boyz, and D. Lopes

Level 1

Hosted by D. Lopes
DJ Backspin on the turntables

Level 2
DJ Kid Capri
(Saw him in Vegas, saw him in Boston, Love him!!)

Tickets are $20 in Advanced. No shorts, sneakers, sweats,....just dress right!

For details on getting advanced tickets call (617) 543-7080.

*Might be $30 or more at the door

7.26 Angels and Devils White and Red Affair | Deham Hilton

Feeling a little frisky this weekend? You might want to head out to the
Angels and Devils White and Red Affair sponsored by
9 Alarms at the
Dedham Hilton (25 Allied Drive, Dedham MA)
*Dedham borders Boston

In response of getting tired of the All White affairs, they've spiced it up a bit by adding red Okay...But I do like their tag line

"Ladies come fierce as a Tigress or gentle as a Lamb". "Guys come through and smooth as the Devil himself, or as debonair as the Archangel Michael"

Basically...everybody dress to impress. There will be a prize for the best couple, though singles are encouraged to come as well

Dress code is encouraged, not required

Comedic entertainment by Comic View Allstar Sean Larkins

Tickets are $25 in Advanced, $30 at the Door

For advanced tickets click here!! or call or text (617) 905-1445

They will deliver to your door

7.26 Mood Mosaic | Stix

I always gotta rep my man Edgar, even with his ecclectic taste :)

So Good Entertainment presents Mood Mosaic at
Stix Lounge (35 Stanhope St, Back Bay)

Lounge and House Music by DJ Pietro Martucci, DJ Manny Torres and DJ Enrique Florendo

Stix will present their summer cocktail menu. Find out more about their drinks here!!

It's $10 w/ RSVP before 11 p.m.

To RSVP Click here!! or call (617) 388-7883

7.26 Rock the Bells Concert!!! | Comcast Center

The highly anticipated Hip Hop Concert Rock the Bells is finally rolling into town this weekend at the Comcast Center (885 South Main Street, Mansfield) *Mansfield is about an hour outside of Boston.

Artists include: A Tribe Called Quest, NAS, Mos Def, De La Soul, Rakim, Method Man & Red Man, Raekwon & Ghostface, Immortal Technique, Dead Prez, Murs, Kid Sister, Kidz in the Hall, The Cook Kids...and many many more!!

The event starts at 12 p.m.

Tickets are $30 - $175

To get yours now click here!!

7.25 1st Annual Code Red Affair | OM Lounge

Status Promotions presents

The 1st Annual Code Red Affair at

OM Lounge (92 Winthrop St, Harvard Square, Cambridge)

2 Levels non-stop hits by DJ Fanatic NYC's DJ G-Wiz

Photography by DUR

Everyone MUST wear an article of red clothing to gain entrance

Guys MUST wear button downs, Ladies, stilettos

$10
(If you're on the Guest List and arrive before 12)
$15 before 11
$20 after 11

To get on the Guest List click here!!

7.25 Get Fresh Fridays | 360 Ultra Lounge

They kept the name Get Fresh Fridays, but it's now under
Timeless Entertainment aka: DJ Massive at
360 Ultra Lounge (35 Batterymarch St, Financial District)

Drink specials every week

Music is still provided by DJ Backspin and DJ Big

Ladies are $10 before 11:30, Guys are $15 if you are on the Guest List

To get on the Guest List click here!! Or call (857) 233-4581

*Note collared shirt and hardbottom shoes REQUIRED for men

7.23 Ed Reed | Scullers Jazz Club

Tonight San Francisco jazz artist Ed Reed will perform at
Scullers Jazz Club (400 Soldiers Field Rd. )

His performance begins at 8 p.m.

Tickets are $22

To purchase tickets click here!!

8.10 - 8. 22 Boston Restaurant Week!

This a Fab! "Get your boo to take you..." Announcement :)

The Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau and American Express present Restaurant Week Boston®

Sunday, August 10 through Friday, August 15

Sunday, August 17 - Friday, August 22

You'll get either a 3-course Lunch for $20.08 or

3-course Dinner for $33.08 at restaurants throughout
Greater Boston and Cambridge
(Prices are per person and excludes beverage, tax and gratuity. Offer cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion)

Restaurant Week Boston® is a great time to sample new restaurants and visit old favorites. View the restaurants by neighborhood for sample menus and online reservation links through OpenTable.com.

Reserve NOW or you will miss out!!

For more info click here!!

7.24 The Little Black Dress Party | 33 Lounge

It looks like New England Events and
33 Lounge (33 Stanhope St, Back Bay) are revamping their Plush Thursdays each week.

This Thursday is The Little Black Dress Party

(Ladies, please keep it classier than the girl on this flyer - ugh!)

Level 1
Top 40, Hip Hop, Mashups, Reggae

Level 2
House, Techno, Club, Latin

Party starts at 10:30 p.m.
(Don't come early you will be disappointed!!)

with free tastings of Bombay Sapphire's "Smoking Shot" if you RSVP.

Free for everyone before 11:30 after that it's $10

To get on the Guest List click here!!

7.24 Socialite Thursdays | Martini Magic | District

This Thursday J. Francois and K. Pritty's are changing up

Socialite Thursdays at

District Lounge (180 Lincoln St, Financial District) with

"Martini Magic"
(love the flyer!)

Every 4th Thursday of the month

$5 Apps and $5 Martini's 'til 10 p.m.

At 10 p.m. the party will heat up with faster IPOD beats :) 'til 2 a.m.

To help with entrance be sure to wear appropriate clothing, business casual
(hard bottom shoes for men), or upscale.

RSVP for free admission here!!

The Guest List closes at 4 p.m. each Thursday

*Fab Girl Tip: If you wanna get in - arrive early!!

7.22 Tonight! AHMIR! | Waterfront Concert Series

This is in kinda late, but...ONEin3 and the Mayors Office of the Arts, Tourism and Special events are bring you two big-time Boston Performers for the

Second Annual Waterfront Concert Series

at Christopher Columbus Park (200 Atlantic Avenue, Harbor side)

6 p.m. - 8 p.m

Tonight features the next best thing to Day 26, Boston's own

AHMIR
(I so heart them)

Casey Desmond

The concert series runs until the end of August. For complete listings of acts click here!!

7.23 More Gyal Wednesdays | Limelight

Finally I got something for the 18+ crowd!

Roulhac Enterprises brings you Gyal Wednesdays at

Club Limelight (240 Tremont St, Theater District)

Ladies are 18+ Guys are 19+

General admission is $10.
VIP which includes food and drink is $30.

Music will be provided by Eruption Sound with a special guest.

Party starts at 9 p.m. and ends promptly at 1:30 a.m.

This is a weekly event

9.27 The Boston Boat Ride | Spirit of Boston

Okay so this is MAD early, but you know how things in Boston sell out and it's a recession so I'm trying to help you out by getting you in the know early on...

Eta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity and
The Boston Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta are hosting

The Boston Boat Ride aboard the
Spirit of Boston (200 Seaport Blvd, Harbor side)

Saturday, September 27

I am a little wary of boat rides since my last experience, but a different group of hosts could make for a more pleasurable experience

The boat will feature 4 levels* of entertainment

Level 1
Live Jazz Band and VIP Lounge

Level 2 and 3

Dance floors with DJ Chubby Chub on the 1's and 2's

Level 4

Moonlit deck

Boarding starts at 11 and the boat leaves at 11:30. And ends at 2:30 a.m.

The Dress code is classy and upscale

Tickets are on sale NOW!!

$40 General Admission

$60 VIP
VIP status gives you access to the upper area of the boat and you get 4 drink tickets!!
(Drinks are typically $9.75 a pop)

Early bird tickets are limited!

For more information and to purchase advanced tickets click here!!

*Fab! Girl Tip: Now they say that there are 4 Levels of entertainment, but I am going to keep it real with you. Actually there are 3 levels because one is for VIP only, and if it's raining or cold (It is in September) then that leaves 2 because the moon deck is outside. And since they are using the same DJ for both upstairs and downstairs. That brings the room count to one.

Don't be fooled! Stay Fab! :)

7.23 Harold and Martin | Networking | The Waterclub

Marvin Jones, Jr. and Harold Austin are kindly hosting another one of their networking events 3 Degrees of Separation this time at The Water Club at Marina Bay
(300 Victory Rd, Quincy). from

6 - 9 p.m.

I have been to this place before, and the atmosphere is great for socializing, tho' I gotta say the neighbors looked at me a lil' funny.

Free parking and plenty of it. There is no cover. Drinks specials with Pravda Vodka.

Bring your business cards!

Rain or shine!

Recap: Grand Opening - Socialite Thursdays | District Lounge

You can't really call it a comeback 'cuz they never left. I rolled by Socialite Thursdays hosted by J. Francois and K. Pritty at District Lounge (180 Lincoln St, Financial District) around 7:30, just to see how the crowd was and I saw there were already a few people waiting in line. I took it as a good sign.

I did manage to find free street parking, but appreciated the parking suggestion of the promoters. I was also happy that this event wasn't as heavily promoted as the last one (Prestige = OVERKILL), but with just enough e-mails to keep it on your radar.

Alright so...once inside, you know how I do, gotta get the signature drink. The bartender at the first bar was a sweetheart, but seemed kinda new, a little flustered. But hey - we all were new once. She did make a good n' strong drink so she's a-okay in my book!

Photo: BostonFab!, BostonFab! CFO Erika, BostonFab! friends Chanelle and Leah

I came in on the tail end of the 6 - 9 crowd so people were still in their clusters, chatting and schmoozing, exchanging business cards and munching on apps. It was so nice to see y'all lookin' good and showing out.

As time passed I started to notice that the crowd was different somehow...I couldn't quite put my finger on it at first...but then...oh yeah that would be the ratio - this time in the females favor. Like 5 dudes to 1 chick. Lovin' it!!...well kinda. Sometimes, I didn't know what to do with myself - you know like -when you get that feeling that eyes are burning into the back of your head. And being approached so many times did get a little repetitive. But I gotta give the guys credit for actually trying and not just standing on the sidelines. Kudos!

By 11:30 the place was packed and they were holding the line. Sorry if you never made it in :(

Photo: Fab! friends, Chanelle and Deneice w/ BostonFab!

I was also very pleased that they kept their promise of a raffle for a night on the town sponsored by The Dark Night. Though, I didn't win by like one number and was a little heated -I was glad that the advertising was on point this time. Good look!

The music...eh...you already know. The IPod selection wasn't quite as good as the last time, and the low volume made it hard to hear...but I think the idea is since it's free you're suppos'd to stock up on drinks and not really notice the music. And for the rest of the crowd it really worked. By around 12 people were dancing, grinding - in a very socialite kind of way :). I think the 6 - 9 atmosphere really allowed people to get to know one another and put a face with the booty - lol!

Photo: The crowd...I see you Mr. West!

I dunno how people stayed there for like 8 hours though! And some people really did...wow.

So I gotta give this "Premiere" event a solid A. They delivered.

Photo: J. Francois and my Fab! Girlies

*Fab! Girl Tip: This is a weekly event, that is Fab! approved so definitely stop by - especially the ladies :). And just 'cuz it's free don't skimp on drinking, ordering some apps, something. There's a difference in being "thrifty" and just plain cheap!

Luv you!

Stay Fab! :)

Super Mini Recap: The Sexy 69 Party | 33 Lounge

So you know me, I try to support and get into as many parties as possible so I can keep you in the know. So before stopping by District Lounge for Socialite Thursdays, I headed to
33 Ultra Lounge (33 Stanhope St, Backbay) for the Plush Thursdays Sexy 69 party

I thought - cuz that's what the announcement said - it was a 2 part party. Drinks, apps, free sampling from 6 - 9 p.m. then dancing 'til 2 a.m. - So, I showed up around 7:30 looking all cute and ready to party and the very nice hostess informed me that the party started at 10:30. Um...yeah thanks for the heads up guys.

So my Fab! Girl Tip: Don't show up early! Also...one of my sources say that nobody was there even after 10:30...maybe next week guys?

Unfab! :(

7.19 Showcase Saturday | Boston Billiards

Status Promotions presents Showcase Saturdays, a one-time only event at
Boston Billiards (126 Brookline Ave, Fenway)

Photo: To give you an idea of the crowd...

Ladies 19 + - Guys be sure to check ID's!!

Men 21+ - Gals look out for stalking material!

Admission is $10 all Night.

No hats, or athletic wear

To RSVP or for more information click here!!