Janet Jackson / LL Cool J Show CANCELLED!!

Say it ain't so!!

Tomorrow's highly anticipated Janet Jackson and LL Cool J performances have been indeed CANCELLED!! - Ticketmaster says "Postponed" but however you say it - you ain't seeing Janet tomorrow!

Perez Hilton reports:
Miz Jackson was released from a Montreal hospital two hours after being admitted on Monday night.
The reason for her hospitalization is still not known

In other news...Common, my baby, my love is still performing with N.E.R.D. tomorrow...

(Although I can't be there physically,...I will be there in spirit. I love you now and always. LOL!)

Stay Fab! :)

10.3 - 10.4 Roy Hargrove | Scullers Jazz Club

First Fridays United in association with Scullers Jazz Club present Two-time Grammy Award winner, Roy Hargrove, a soulful and brilliant trumpeter at Scullers Jazz Club (400 Soldiers Field Rd - inside Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel)


Tickets

Regular price - $34.50 w/ handling fee

First Fridays United discount - $26 each, *10 p.m. show only!

To purchase reduced tickets click here!! or call 617.943.0656. Remember to include the day, time and quantity of your purchase

Regular price tickets can be purchased here!!

10.2 Delta Rising | Cafe 939

Tin Can Films presents an intimate sneak preview of “Delta Rising” – a blues documentary at Café 939 (939 Boylston Street - Berklee College of Music)

“Delta Rising” depicts the life of blues musicians in Clarksdale, MS and brings the viewers from the cotton fields to the blues cafes throughout Clarksdale. This film shows the struggle, as well as the passion of the true blues artist.The film features Morgan Freeman, Willie Nelson, James Montgomery, newcomer Grace Kelly, with local legends Jimbo Mathus, Big Jack Johnson, Ruby Wilson and many blues artists.

The event will include an 83-minute showing of the film as well as live entertainment by James Montgomery and Bruce Marshall.

8 - 11 p.m.

$25.00

For tickets and more information call 627.610.5252

*FabGirl Tip!: You can also see the film in the same location for FREE at 1 p.m. same day

10.2 Lessons from "The Apprentice" | Urban League

The Young Professionals Network of the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts (88 Warren Street, Roxbury) invites you to an interactive presentation by, recording artist, producer, and motivational speaker Stanley Porter

Stanley will use clips from the hit NBC Show "The Apprentice" to explore the lessons one can learn from contestants as they strive to follow in mogul Donald Trump's footsteps. Discuss the lessons and strategies that you can utilize to achieve greater success in your personal life, career, or small business

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Refreshments will be served.

10.2 Dr. Marc Lamont Hill | Simmons College

Thank you BostonFab! Photographer Deniece for flaging this event!!

Sexy-fine Dr. Marc Lamont Hill is coming to Simmons College (300 The Fenway C- 103) to talk about the Obama vs. McCain in his lecture: "Election 2008: What's at Stake?"

3 - 5 p.m.

*This is during work hours, but I suddenly I'm feeling a little feverish - may need to make a Dr's appointment *cough, *cough... :)

This event is FREE and open to the public!!

Dr. Marc Lamont Hill, trained as an anthropologist of education, he holds a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania, one of the youngest members of the growing body of “Hip-Hop Intellectuals” in the country. His work, which covers topics such as hip-hop culture, politics, sexuality, and education, and religion, has appeared in numerous journals, magazines, books, and anthologies. Dr. Hill has lectured widely and provides regular commentary for media outlets like NPR, Washington Post, Essence Magazine, and New York Times. He is currently a political contributor for Fox News Channel, where he appears regularly on programs such as The O’Reilly Factor and Hannity & Colmes. Prior to joining Fox News, Dr. Hill was a regular guest on CNN, MSNBC, and CourtTV. His award-winning daily blog is updated on his website. In 2005, Ebony Magazine named him one of America's top 30 Black leaders under 30 years old.

*FabGirl Tip!: He is not an overt Obama supporter - everyone has their flaws -...so come prepared to pose difficult questions!!

Downtimeonline still down....

Hey Y'all I checked www.downtimeonline.net and contrary to my "you heard it first" the once popular website is still "down". Darius...what is up?? Seriously man! I miss it!

9.30 Ace One Rocka's Birthday | Rumor

6One7 Productions invites you to celebrate with promoter Ace One Rocka for his birthday at Rumor (100 Warrenton St, Theater District)

DJ Hevan and DJ Rick Rude will be paying their respects

To get on the list send a txt to 857.544.3356. At the door mention you are on Jeff's List

9.30 Catwalk Lounge | Mantra

iMan Model and Mangement Group presents Catwalk Lounge on the last Tuesday of each month at Mantra (52 Temple Street, Downtown Crossing)

Models, designers, wardrobe stylists, photographers, hairstylists, make-up artists, fashionistas and tastemakers all are welcome!

This month they will feature Prajje Couture with his "stain glass window" inspired garments

7 p.m. – 12 a.m.

21+

FREE ADMISSION!!

RSVP here!!

9.30 Clink's One Year Anniversary | Liberty Hotel

Recession Tip of the Week!

Clink at the Liberty Hotel - (215 Charles Street, First Floor - near MGH) invites you to celebrate with them for their 1 year Anniversary

$5 bar snacks and $9 specialty cocktails

*Fab! Girl Tip: The ambiance is cute as the hotel used to be a state prision. The food is ordered in so, it is not all that. It can be very "shee-shee foo-foo", regularly so this is a great way to check it out for cheap!

10.1 Talking all that Jazz | Revolution Rock Bar

The Night Life Executives present "Talking all that Jazz" at Revolution Rock Bar - formerly High Bar (200 High St, Financial District)

6 p.m.
Enjoy specialty cocktails and FREE appetizers while listening to R&B and Neo Soul hits

8 p.m.
Live Jazz and R&B featuring Alonzo "The Music Man" Harris who will pay special tribute to Maxwell

They will also be raffeling off FREE Maxwell tickets!

ALL FREE!!

To RSVP click here!! For more info click here or call 617.840.1227

10.1 Onyx : The Black Party | Venu

The Harvard Community is all a buzz about The Harvard Business School African American Student Union party Onyx: The Black Party at Venu (100 Warrenton St, Theater District) and if it's going to be anything like The Merger you might want to get in on this despite the fact it's a Wednesday - Ima do my best!

Black professionals are encouraged to attend!

You can get tickets in advanced here!! for $15 or pay $20 at the door

Mini Recap: Friday Night

Okay y'all so I tried....I really tried, but the weather did end up getting to me :( But I did make out on Friday to OM (92 Winthrop St, Harvard Square, Cambridge) - I love this place! And it was PACKED! The crowd ended up being evenly mixed international, as well as the guys to gals ratio...cutie DJ Eight-2 - I gotta say this guy is like the calmest DJ on the planet...it's like he goes into Zen mode when he's spinning - did a great job of catering to this eclectic audience. Even the staff was getting in on the action!

Only draw backs would be the bars; the drinks were weak and the service was slow (though I have endured worse) and there are not enough bathroom stalls - Somebody - I'm not mentioning any names or acronyms ;) - used the women's bathroom instead of waiting for the men's when I was next in line -uh- manners, thanks!) But I did have a great time dancing and minglin'. Def. A.

I also got a chance to have a chat with the Socialite/Community Activist Chip Greenridge and Herby of Poetic Escape. Chip let me in on how the Greatest Minds has a meeting with Mayor Menino to discuss the possibility of funding the creation of proposals for 5 new urban establishments (2 on Blue Hill Ave) in Boston as well as strategize the appropriate way to do "let-outs" and having more police cooperation. You heard it on BostonFab! first! This is one meeting you will NOT want to miss! Details forthcoming! He and Herby also spent time at the Hyatt for Nu Soul and reported that it was well attended and said Black Ice had an outstanding performance.

My sources also say that MJ's bash at Vintage was packed as well and was a good time - drinks were expensive, but that's a given.

Look out Thursday! Looks like Friday is taking its territory back!

Stay Fab! :)

*Wanna share where you were at this weekend? Drop a comment in the box below!!

9.27 BBSN Holladay | LOCATION MOVED!

Attention College Students!!

The staff of BBSN were kind enough to move the Holladay party indoors so you get in on the fun without getting wet!!

Same address differerent building!

LOBDELL Dining Hall, Room 208, MIT Student Center

(84 Massachusetts Ave.)

10.10 Sushi & Sake Tasting | Haru Sushi

"Get your boo to take you or Girls Night Out"

If you love sushi - I do! (well, the veggie rolls) Anyways Haru Sushi (55 Huntington Ave below the shops at the Prudential Center) invites you to a private sushi and sake tasting!

It will include a four course meal and a flight (tastings) of sake that accompanies each course. It will feature a little bit of everything; sushi, sashimi, ceviche and some specialty rolls

$65.00

Space is limited to 20 people!!

Business Attire recomended

RSVP here!! Now!!

Weekend Breakdown!

Okay so I guess Friday is trying to pick a fight with Thursday! :) There is lots going on this weekend - Don't let the rain spoil your good time! :) Scroll for complete details - these are in no particular order...

Friday

• Newport Manisons Wine and Food Festival continues - Newport PVD
• Kick-off Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival
• Bounty Killer - Club Lido
• Party with MJ (CEO, Extended Family Ent.) at Vintage Lounge
• Deja Vu at OM in Cambridge
• Illwear Fashion Show at Castillo Night Club in Everett
• Robin Thicke Listening Party at Rumor
• Nu Soul w/ Black Ice and Chyna Black- Hyatt Regency

Saturday

• BBSN's Holladay at MIT
• CollegeFest w/Soulja Boy and Chamillionaire at Hynes Convention Center
• BBSN's Holladay After-party at Harvard
• Guru's Jazzmatazz at Northeastern
• The Boatride with the Delta's and the Que's aboard The Spirit of Boston

Sunday

• Soundbomb Republick at The Good Life

9.26 Nu Soul Cafe | Hyatt Regency

Nu Soul Cafe presents The Moonlight Affair


Enjoy a surrounding views of the Boston skyline while you listen to spoken word and neo soul vocalists.

Hosted by HBO Def Poetry Jams
Black Ice

Performance by Jill Scott Backup Singer
Chyna Black

After your "snaps" let loose with DJ Chubby Chub 'til 2 a.m.

Sophisticated dress required

$20 before 10 p.m. $25 after

For advanced tickets click here!! or call 857.212.5660

For more info click here!!

9.26 Fixx Friday Robin Thicke Listening Party | Rumor

Look out! Sammy aka "Mr. West" - is celebrating his first night promoting Fixx Fridays at Rumor (100 Warrenton St, Theater District) - Robin Thicke Listening Party "Something Else" sponsored by 6One7 Productions and Interscope Records

The Listening party is 10:30 - 11:30 after that get down with

DJ Jayceeoh in the main room. DJ Adilson in the House room

Ladies are FREE!! before 11:30 w/ Flyer or on the Guest List

To get on the Guest List click here!!

*This is an international crowd

9.26 Illwear Fashion Show | Castillo Nightclub

Smokehouse presents Illwear Collection by Ileana Hernandez at Castillo Nightclub (335 Ferry St, Everett)

21+

Doors open at 9pm

Music By: Jam'n 94.5 DJ On & On

Tickets: $15 in advance and $20 at the door.

For tickets and info click here!!

For more info on the fashions click here!!

9.28 Soundbomb Republik | The Good Life

Remember when I said Edgar from Good Life Entertainment had somethin' up his sleeve? Well here it is! - Soundbomb Republick at The Good Life (28 Kingston Street) each Sunday night

The promoters explanation:

Soundbomb Republick movement inspired by art, sound & lights. In it's collaborative efforts we combine talented artists to showcase artwork while an array of DJ's spin a catalog of music ranging from old school, classic soul, hip-hop, funk, house, to electronic music and more bringing all art forms to life. We also add a special visual light show to give the crowd an event they won't forget. This event will be featured in 6 series every other month. The first event will be @ The Goodlife Bar & Lounge. As the event grows we will be bringing in various nationally & internationally acclaimed artists & DJ's to rock these events. Stay tuned it's only the beginning!

Show starts at 8:30 p.m.

$5

Got questions? Contact Edgar or Herby here!!

9.25 TODAY!! Free Ice Cream at Cold Stone Creamery!

You can thank NY Fab! for your

Recession Tip of the Week!


Check out any Coldstone Creamery from 5-8pm TONIGHT!! for a 3 oz. FREE treat!

This is in support of the *Make A Wish Foundation

To find a store near you click here!!

Make it an Ice Cream Happy Hour!

:)

9.27 - 9.28 CollegeFest Boston | Hynes Convention Center

Attention College Students!!

Windows Media Center presents CollegeFest Boston at the Hynes Convention Center (900 Boylston Street)

Stock up on free giveaways and free samples, and B List (well...maybe D list) Celebrities that are all catered to you!

Short performances scheduled for Chamillionare (Sat. 5 - 6) and Soulja Boy (Sun. 5 -6)

Tickets are $10 at the door or in Advanced here!!

Saturday 12 - 7 p.m.

Sunday 12 - 6 p.m.

For the complete event schedule click here!! For more info click here!!

Exclusive Michelle Obama Tees! 20% OFF!

Fab Empire Editor-in-Chief DC Fab! has a deal for Michelle Obama Supporters!!

Thanks to Collin at Clockwise Clothing, you get the hook up on this great Michelle Obama tee.

Click here to get yours for 20% off. Coupon Code: DCFAB

Stay Fab! :)

9.27 Boston Boat Ride | Delta's and Que's | Spirit of Boston

If you didn't already know you should...The Delta's and the Que's are hosting The Boston Boat Ride aboard the Spirit of Boston (200 Seaport Blvd., Harbor side)

General Admission $40

VIP $60 includes 4 drink tickets *w/ drinks about $10 a pop - this is a pretty good deal!

To purchase tickets click here!!

For more info call 617.548.3642 or click here!!

*Fab Girl Tip!: This event is almost sold out!! The Boat does have an expansive indoor section so if it's cold outside you still should be ok.

9.27 HollaDay Official After Party

Attention College Students!

The OFFICIAL Holladay VI After Party: Presidential Suite hosted by Harvard Black Student Association and Xi Tau Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at
Street Pforzheimer House (56 Linnaean Street , Harvard University, Cambridge)

The theme is Red, White and Blue so come wearing your best colorful outfits!

DJ NIX will be keeping the party going!

$7 before 11 p.m.

$10 from 11-12 a.m.

$5 Greeks wearing Para get $2 with HollaDay ticket Stub, BSA Black Card or Proof or Residency (this is serious folks! :) )

Price increases after Midnight!!

*Fab Girl Tip!: I believe this event is catered to CURRENT Students - All old heads be advised - please don't go and make a fool of yourself (eg. gold boots, kany kanes, blue suits and gorilla gear) by making everyone else in the room feel uncomfortable. - Let the cheerin' have their time pah-lease. Thanks!

9.27 HollaDay | BBSN | MIT

Attention College Students!

The Boston Black Student Network (BBSN) presents their annual networking event HollaDay: THE TAKEOVER at MIT's Kreseg Auditorium (84 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge)

With a live DJ, talent show, dance contest, free food and give-a-ways, a Greek StrollOUT, and the opportunity to mix and mingle.

City Councilor Chuck Turner is the featured speaker

12 - 5 p.m.

It's FREE!

For more info click here!! or check out their group on Facebook

9.26 Deja Vu | OM

Night Life Executives (aka: J. Francois and K. Pritty) present Deja Vu at OM (92 Winthrop St., Harvard Square, Cambridge) I LOVE this flyer it's tasteful, artistic, love it!! And I totally "heart" this venue too so - yup - I'm jockin' it. :)

$10 if you RSVP and show before 11 p.m. (seriously)

$15 if you show up after

*Space is limited, but worth it! Let's just hope the sound works properly on both floors - can you check on that? Appreciated! :)

9.25 Blue Moon Art Project Finalists | U.S Court House

Enjoy an evening of beer and art as Blue Moon Brewery proudly displays the finalist artwork of the Blue Moon Art Project at the John Joseph Moakley U.S. Courthouse (1 Courthouse Way, Atrium Level)

7 - 10 p.m.

At the reception you'll enjoy great local art, samples of Blue Moon beer, and an opportunity to vote for your favorite piece to win the "Audience Choice" award.

21 +

FREE!!

IMPORTANT: Bring two forms of ID. One government issued photo ID (e.g. driver's license)and any other form of ID confirming your name (e.g., credit card, ATM card)!

9.25 Funky Fresh Records Closing Party | Club Night Games

It's time to say goodbye to Rusti and Funky Fresh Records at their Closing Party at Club Night Games (30 Washington Street, Somerville - Behind the Holiday Inn)

Tickets are $20 in Advanced, $25 at the door, $40 VIP

To get tickets call or text 617.427.6316 or 617.818.7619

9.26 Spotlight Fridays | Vintage Lounge

Extended Fam Entertainment and DSTination Lifestyle Group invite you to come out to Vintage Lounge (72 Broad St., Financial District) to celebrate their CEO - MJ's birthday *Thanks for letting us know who he is!!

Doors open at 10:30 p.m.

Semi Formal and Trendsetting Dress Code

Music by DJ's from Boston Hip Hop Radio 101.3 BIG CITY

Guest List is $10 Before 12 a.m., $20 After (that's just crazy talk!)

To get on the Guest List click here!! or call/text 774.259.6718

9.26 Bounty Killer | Club Lido

Bounty Killer(a) and Mighty Mistic will perform at Club Lido (1290 North Shore Road Revere)

21+

Tickets are $30 and $65 VIP (doesn't say what that includes...)

To get tickets click here!!

9.25 Simply Thursday | Gypsy Bar

Continuing with the theme "Thursday is the new Friday" yet ANOTHER set of promoters (Ngparty.com, BostonVipList, CarloLeoni Productions, NeEvent.com, Red Carpet Boston) have launched a Thursday party! This one is titled "Simply Thursdays" at Gypsy Bar (116 Boylston Street, Downtown)

They'll have rotating DJ's each week, liquor tastings, and special events each month.

To check them out get on the Guest List here!! Or simply arrive before 11:30 and say you're on "Sammy's List".

*Expect an international crowd.

9.25 MFA College Night

Attention College Students!!
(And/or those who still have a college ID! :)

The Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) (465 Huntington Ave) is holding it's annual College Night

6 p.m. - midnight

7 - 8:45 p.m. enjoy Berklee College of Music indie band St. Vincent, and Annie Clark

After get your party on with local DJ's. And watch a special screening of the original Raiders of the Lost Ark: the Adaptation to coincide with the MFA's newest exhibition of excavated treasure, "Art & Empire: Treasures from Assyria in the British Museum"

The coffeehouse will feature live music from Berklee student Liz Longley

iPods, gift certificates, CDs, and t-shirts raffled every hour!

Treasure hunt through the galleries with cool prizes!

Admission is FREE w/ your college ID!!

9.27 Guru's Jazzmatazz with Superproducer Solar | Northeastern

In tribute to the life of John Coltraine Boston Native Guru's Jazzmatazz will perform along with DJ Doo Wop, Brownman (trumpet) and David Scott (keys, guitar, flute, sax) at the Blackman Theater at Northeastern University (360 Huntington Ave.)

Hosted by Eric Jackson of 897 WGBH

Show starts at 8 p.m.

Tickets are $25

For tickets e-mail here!! or here!! - *They'll send you an invoice through PayPal

9.26 - 9.27 Berklee Bean Town Jazz Festival

Sponsors Sovereign Bank, Target, and Dunkin’ Donuts bring you the 8th Annual Berklee BeanTown Jazz Festival (On Columbus Avenue and between Burke Street and Massachusetts Avenue)

More than 15 bands and 120 musicians will perform at the Berklee Performance Center (BPC) (136 Massachusetts Avenue) and outdoor stages along Columbus Avenue.

Artists to include...Javon Jackson, Kurt Elling, Les Mccann, James Carter, Cyrus Chesnut, Geri Allen, Cindy Blackman, Terri Lyne Carrington, Patrice Rushen, Randy Weston and Walter Beasley plus many many more!!

The festival kicks things off on Thursday, September 25, 8:00 p.m., at Cafe 939 (939 Boylston St, Berklee College of Music) with a special warm-up concert featuring artists from Berklee's student-run Jazz Revelation Records—Manami Morita, Evgengy Lebdev, and Hyunwoo Han. Free CDs and food will be provided. Tickets are $10 and are only available at the door (no pre-sale).

All performances on Saturday are FREE!!

12 - 6 p.m.

Family friendly!!

For a complete list of all events, venues, and performers click here!!

Recap: Boston Fashion Week: “Shoe Diva”- An Evening of Footwear and Fashion | Hello Stiletto | Macy's

Fabulously submitted by BostonFab! Correspondent Chanelle

Admit it…every woman has a fashion addiction and for many, the drug of choice is SHOES! On Wednesday, September 17th, at 6:00 p.m., I found confirmation for this theory when I joined numerous fellow shoe addicts at “Shoe Diva” – An Evening of Footwear and Fashion, hosted by Hello Stiletto* and Macy’s, at Macy’s Downtown Crossing (450 Washington Street, Downtown). Accompanied by Fab! Friend Michelle and her Fab! co-worker Jocelyn, I headed to the Women’s Shoe Department and found a line of business-casual clad ladies, waiting patiently to receive a yellow armband , denoting their 21+ age status, and a complimentary Fashion Boston tote.

Waiting patiently to enter Shoe Diva heaven!

Once we’d obtained our armbands and totes, Michelle, Jocelyn, and I made our way to the cocktail area, but quickly met with a substantial line of attendees who were waiting to get their drink on, so we opted to do a little shoe shopping first. Sadly, I was a little disappointed with Macy’s shoe selection. The event had advertised a showing of the season’s hottest footwear, yet I definitely spied quite a few styles that screamed “Summer ’08”…yikes! While we perused the shoes, we were treated to hors d’oeuvres, including mozzarella and spinach skewers, courtesy of The Ivy, which were served by three, male models, who were quite easy on the eyes…wink-wink…

Nothing like some eye candy while you do a little shoe shopping-:)

Now, that's food presentation!

After a half hour or so, we decided to give the bar another try. This time around, we were successful and rewarded with our choice of three delicious cocktails, provided by Beija Chachaca Vodka. Crowd favorites appeared to be the Beija Clear Storm and the Beija Blueberry Bliss, which incorporated the flavors of ginger beer and blueberries, respectively. While enjoying our cocktails, Michelle, Jocelyn, and I noticed that M.A.C. make-up artists had set-up shop in a corner, to give mini-makeovers, which many women were taking advantage of, pre-and post-shoe purchases.

Ready, Set, Shop!

As 7:00 p.m. rolled around, everyone’s attention was drawn to the runway that had been set up in the middle of the shoe department. A Macy’s representative, along with, Hello Stilletto founder, Melissa O’Shea took to the stage and proceeded to inform the crowd of the hottest upcoming trends in shoe styles everywhere, from open-toed booties to stacked heel oxfords. To accompany them, a bevy of models walked the runway, showcasing a variety of Macy’s offerings in fall shoe styles. Music for the fashion show was provided by Soulclap, a Boston-based company, specializing in dance music. At times, I couldn’t help but be distracted from the fashion show, by Soulclap’s DJs, who appeared to be enjoying their musical selections, a little too much…let’s just say, it was a bit reminiscent of a “Night At The Roxbury”…LOL…

Killer magenta pumps, by BCBGirls

Following the show, attendees were invited to participate in a “walk-off” competition, where they strutted their stuff and their own fabulous shoes, for a chance to win the title of “Best In Shoe.” After 37 models-in-the-making, had their moment in the spotlight, the grand prize went to a young woman, sporting leopard-print stilettos. There were definitely individuals who some believed had been cheated of the title, specifically a sista’ rockin’ some killer yellow heels…go ahead, girl!

Everyone needs a pair of leather black boots

Despite no purchases made by us, the evening was quite enjoyable and an entertaining reminder that a woman can never have too many shoes!

*Hello Stiletto is a FREE social club for individuals who love shoes. Originally founded in Boston in 2004, the club has grown to over 6,000 members in eleven cities. Check out their website for local events, where you can rock your favorite pumps, stilettos, or boots!

9.25 - 9.28 Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival

"Get your Boo to Take You or Girls Weekend Event"

The Preservation Society of Newport County invites you to enjoy the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival this weekend in Newport, RI *Newport is about an hour outside of Boston.

Enjoy fine wines, hors d' oeuvres and a tour of the mansions

Tickets are $60 - $260

To purchase tickets click here!! or call 401.847.1000 ext. 140

9.22 All Asia Bar | DJ Dru Nyce

All Asia Bar (334 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge) for their R&B Soul Night featuring Dj Dru Nyce

Enjoy a snack on their inexpensive bar items $4 - $6 and powerful drinks like the Scorpion Bowl.

Chillaxin' begins at 10 p.m.

This is a weekly event.

For more info click here!!

9.24 Get Lit | Lorenz Island Kuisine

Get LIT (as in literary) at Lorenz Island Kuisine (657 Washington St., Dorchester)

This is a night to relax, unwind and take in the words of Boston's up and coming writers. Full Jamaican food and drink menu available.

Socializing starting at 6:30 p.m., readings begin at 7 p.m.

FREE Admission!!

Plenty of Parking

If you are interested in reading your work click here!!

To RSVP click here!!

Recap: Michael Jackson vs. Prince | DJ's at the Garden

When I entered the Micheal Jackson vs. Prince Party at DJ's at the Garden (222 Friend Street) I was greeted with a shimmery streamer curtain on the door. And saw the dance floor was filled with dancing bodies including that of the host Tito Jackson who was wearing a gleaming sliver shirt, valour pants and leopard print platforms. Yes, I said leopard print. Later to put on a purple jacket and a wig wraped with a scarf.

Party dancers and host Tito Jackson in his purple leisure suit

At the bar I made myself at home to watch the action. This was not the night to fly solo as everyone seemed to have brought their dancing partners and didn't make any room for a new comer like me. They were dancing like it was their 9-5 complete with memorization of every lyric. The age range was late 20's to mid 30's, but the international crowd was unfortunately stand-off ish.

Most people kept their attire to a disco sheik, maybe a lace glove here or there, a pack of ladies came in with the name tag PYT - which I thought was clever. A group took it a little too far with ripped t-shirts and blood on their faces, which I assumed they were meant to be zombie's from Michael Jackson's "Thriller".

More of the crowd getting down...

On the screens throughout the bar they were playing Michael Jackson videos and I forgot just how incredibly disturbing the "You are not Alone" video is without sound...talk about ewwwww!

DJ Sun-One, certainly kept the battle fair by playing a even amount of Micheal's songs with Prince's and even mixed in some other artists who sampled their hits like Rhianna and Justin Timberlake.

I also got to chat it up with Greg who assists with Downtimeonline.com let me know that the site will be up and running by tomorrow Sept. 22!! Let 'em know where you heard it first!

For the people who danced and mingled this party they certainly were having an A time. As for me - next time I'll be sure to bring my dancing partners. This was not a game.

Oh and as for the battle? Hands down - Prince.

Stay Fab! ;)

Photo Recap: Boston Fashion Week Drea Designs | Felt

Since I missed the show on Thursday, Fab! Friends Melissa , Eddie and I headed to the show on Friday at Felt. We got there around 10:15 p.m., but the show didn't start until almost 12 a.m. - ugh. I don't understand why things can't start on time! But whatever... here is a photo recap of some of the designs.

For more info about these designs click here!!

Recap: Macallan Tasting | Back Bay Event Center

I recruited my Fab! Friend Melissa and her Ultra Fab! cousin Eddie to go to the Macallan tasting at the Back Bay Event Center. Fortunately for once all of our names were on the list and we were given a comment card and a drink coin.

Fab! Friends and cousins Eddie and Melissa

For those who don't know, which I did not either until like a week ago Macallan is a scotch whiskey. Now y'all I don't do the whole dark liquor thing, so this was my first experience with a fine whiskey - I mean I don't think Jack Daniels counts :)

Our group was escorted downstairs of the center were it had been transformed into a classy bar area. There were tv's all over the room displaying images of of the Macallan brand and sweeping images of Scottish landscapes.

We took our seats at our candle lit table complete with a silver carafe and ice bucket. Our sever (dressed in black complete with a black ear piece) said he would be there to help us with whatever we needed. Our coin was to be utilized for our first drink and could help ourselves to the hors d' oeuvres of crackers and cheese. They also had passed hors d' ourves of jumbo shrimp and brazen beef on skewers.

Seating in the presentation room

Our host started his presentation about this fine single malt whiskey on this super cool touch screen which takes PowerPoint into the next century. During the presentation we learned a lot about about whiskey and how the word literally means "the water of life" as at the time it was created whiskey was safer to drink than water. Whiskey and Scotch are actually the same thing. People use Scotch as the word for whiskey's that come from Scotland as opposed to other countries (kinda like champagne comes from the city of the same name in France, Preseco is from Italy...but they are both sparkling wines) that their whiskey is aged in Spanish oak casts which is they spend 25 million dollars on the wood alone each year. And we even learned a Scottish toast pronounced "slange!"

The ultra cool presentation touch screen

Throughout the presentation whenever the Macallan symbol came on the presentation we got passed a round of tastings of the 10, 15, 17, 21 and 30 variety of whiskeys name for the number of years they spend in the oak barrels before bottling. This is some expensive stuff (around $90 a bottle) - I am in no way prepared to be a full time Macallan whiskey drinker. Plus it's like 45% alcohol!

Fab! Friend Melissa and BostonFab!

The presented was really excellent and at the end of the night we got a nice gift bag with a hat, a glass and a little booklet that described the whiskey's we tasted.

The presentation was absolutely fab! and we had a wonderful time. Definite A.