Today in NYC: Friday, July 31

• NYC Summer Restaurant Week
• Hamptons Weekend Kick-Off Party
• Sheri Miller at Blackstones
• Off the Hook at O'Flanagan's
• Tribute to the King of Pop at Saloon
• Bad Boy Bill at Pacha
• Ray Greiche Trio at The Back Fence
• TV Headliner Show at Broadway Comedy Club
• Live Music at Parkside Lounge
• NY Social Meetup Group Movie: Midnight Cowboy
• Hamptons Weekend Kickoff at Dune
• Brian Monaghan at The Irish Circle
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• Lose Yourself at Identity
• After-work Dance Party at The Mean Fiddler
• Dream Role at The Creek

Today in NYC: Thursday, July 30

• NYC Summer Restaurant Week
• The Itinerants at Duffy's
• Comedy Caliente at Comic Strip Live
• DJ Chin-Nen at O'Flanagan's
• Elephant Larry's Con Air at Peoples Improv Theater
• Broadway in Bryant Park
• Jim Roberti Duo at Bull's Head Tavern
• Amstel Light Promo at Mercury Bar
• Ithaca Beer Night at David Copperfield's
• DJ Chin-nen at O'Flanagan's
• Brian Mitchell Band at Parkside Lounge
• Ray Greiche at Rathbone's
• Lion's Roar Karaoke at 702 Lounge
• Jim Beam Promo at The Brazen Head
• Brooklyn Cyclones vs. Staten Island Yankees
• Guest Bartender: Brendan Burke at Whistlin' Dixie's
• Cathyland Birthday Rock Show at Canal Room
• DJ Nuche at Calico Jack's
• Delange & Tino Acoustic at Stone Creek
• LESS Party at Thirteen
• Best of Broadway at Broadway Comedy Club
• Peruvian Independence Party at Tavern on the Green
• No Holds Barred at The Town Tavern

New Karaoke Night: Lion's Roar at 702 Lounge

There is a new weekly Thursday night karaoke starting tonight in the Bronx...

Thursday, July 30
Lion's Roar Karaoke
Sing with the BEST singers, and with the BEST sound system
This and every Thursday


Lion's Roar is hosted by Roberto & Zaida. Every singer is given individual attention and a perfect audio mix so they can sound and feel like a true star.

8pm
at:
702 Lounge
Mangia e Beve
702 Morris Park Ave.
Bronx, NY
(347) 621-2812



Lion's Roar Karaoke
hosted by Roberto & Zaida

Karaoke@verizon.net
(718) 417-6955
LionsRoarKaraoke.com






For more karaoke, check out MurphGuide's Directory of Karaoke in NYC
MurphGuide.com/karaoke.htm

Ultimate Summertime Party - Thursday, July 23

Thursday, July 23
The NYC Chapter of the National MS Society presents...
the 25th annual Ultimate Summertime Party

Tickets are $75 until July 21. ($85 at the door based upon availability)
Purchase tickets online at: nationalmssociety.org

Price includes:
admission to Central Park Zoo
Food, drink, dancing and fun
Live music by Tremors
7 - 10pm
Central Park Zoo
830 Fifth Ave. (between 63rd & 66th St.)
New York, NY

nationalmssociety.org

Today in NYC: Thursday, July 23

• NYC Summer Restaurant Week
• Ultimate Summertime Party at Central Park Zoo
• Elephant Larry's Con Air at Peoples Improv Theater
• Broadway in Bryant Park
• Abita Beer Dinner at Bourbon Street
• Jim Roberti Duo at Bull's Head Tavern
• Pigs in a Blanket Eating Contest at Village Pourhouse
• Comedy Night at Chelsea Brewing Co.
• Blue Point Brewery Week at Amsterdam 106
• Marcus Wolf at Smith's Bar
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• Christian Hurry Date at Alibi
• 8-Minute Dating at The Cupping Room Cafe
• Karaoke at The Brazen Head
• The Rhythm Dogs at O'Flanagan's
• The Great American Evening at Parkside Lounge
• The Plumbers at Sinatra Park
• Best of Broadway at Broadway Comedy Club
• LESS Party at Thirteen
• Brooklyn Cyclones Home Game
• Garden Party + Fashion Show at Tavern on the Green

Today in NYC: Friday, July 17

• MurphGuide Night at Coney Island
• Back to Babylon at The Players Theater
• Mets Fans Game Watch Party at Jack Demsey's
• Wine&Sangria Social on the Water at Hudson Terrace
• Happy Hour Dance Class at Zack's & Stone Creek
• Hamptons Weekend Kick-Off Party at Dune
• NY Philharmonic Concert in Central Park
• Chaser at O'Flanagan's
• Charlie Scappoletti at Blackstones
• Made in Brazil at Pacha
• Ray Greiche Trio at The Back Fence
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• Live Music at Parkside Lounge
• Mary Courtney + Seneca Hat at An Beal Bocht
• Guest Bartenders at Croton Reservoir
• TV Headliner Show at Broadway Comedy Club
• Weekend Dating at Mustang Harry's
• Brian Monaghan at The Irish Circle
• The Cleaners at The Banshee Pub
• Eric Jackson Duo at The Gael Pub
• NYC Summer Restaurant Week
• Flanagan's Wake at Mr. Dennehy's

Today in NYC: Thursday, July 16

• NYC Summer Restaurant Week
• The Itinerants at Duffy's
• Elephant Larry's Con Air at Peoples Improv Theater
• Broadway in Bryant Park
• Heineken Promo at Mercury Bar
• Jim Roberti Duo at Bull's Head Tavern
• Northcoast Brewing Company Tasting at Dive Bar
• Corporate Happy Hour: Citi Employees at Black Finn
• Brooklyn Cyclones Home Game
• The Dysfunctional Family Jazz Band at Brazen Head
• Fred's Team Fundraiser at Stitch
• Goods: A Monthly Celebration at Identity Lounge
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• NY Philharmonic Concert in Van Cortlandt Park
• Show Entertainment Group at Parkside Lounge
• DJ at O'Flanagan's
• Brian Monaghan at Flynn's (Fire Island)
• Hurry Date at Cupping Room Cafe
• In the Flesh Erotic Reading Series at Happy Ending
• Summer Luau at Tavern on the Green
• Best of Broadway at Broadway Comedy Club
• College Night at Johnny Utah's

Martini Madness at Stir

It's madness I tell you, madness...

Martini Madness at Stir


Every Wednesday night, Stir offers 2 for 1 top shelf martinis
with any single tapas item half price from their sampler tower.
at:

Stir
1363 First Ave.
(between 73rd & 74th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 744-7190
StirNYC.com

Today in NYC: Wednesday, July 15

• NYC Summer Restaurant Week
• Catch A New Rising Star Contest
• Black Finn's Luau
• Jewish Hurry Date at Alibi
• Harry Potter Magic Hat Night at Village Pourhouse
• Schmooze & Booze at Sidebar
• Netparty at Hudson Terrace
• Best of Broadway at Broadway Comedy Club
• Brooklyn Cyclones Home Game
• TY KU Promo at Bar XII
• Revealed Burlesque 2nd Anniversary Under St. Marks
• Universal Truth Machine at Parkside Lounge
• Boomer Party Summer Dance Party at Columbus 72
• Ray Greiche at The Back Fence
• 8-Minute Dating at 420 Lounge
• Final Chelsea Mind Game at Chelsea Market
• NY Philharmonic Concert in Prospect Park

Bastille Day in NYC: Tuesday, July 14

Today is Bastille Day for the French.
New York City held some big celebrations over the weekend on 60th St. in Manhattan and Smith Street in Brooklyn. French bistro Les Halles concludes their week and a half long celebration spanning from America's Independence Day on the 4th to France's Bastille Day today:


at two Manhattan locations:

Les Halles Downtown
15 John Street
(off Broadway)
New York, NY
212-285-8585

Les Halles Park Ave.
411 Park Ave South
New York, NY
212-679-4111
Leshalles.net
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Tuesday, July 14
Bastille Day at Le Parigot
Live accordionist playing from 6pm to 10pm.
Complementary glass of Rose de Provence with your entree.
at:
Le Parigot
155 Grand Street (corner of Lafayette)
New York, NY
212-274-8859


For other places to commemorate the day French style, check out MurphGuide's Directory of French Bistros:
Murphguide.com/french.htm

Today in NYC: Tuesday, July 14

• NYC Summer Restaurant Week
• AOH New Member Social at The Black Sheep
• MLB All-Star Game
• MLB All-Star Game Watch Party at BUtterfield 8
• MLB All-Star Game Watch Party at Whiskey River
• All-Star Game Watch Party at Black Bear Lodge
• Live Music at Parkside Lounge
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• NY Philharmonic in the Park: Central Park
• Pre Philharmonic Concert Speed Dating Event
• 8-Minute Dating at 420 Lounge
• World Record Appreciation Society at Crash Mansion
• The Beatles: Rock Band Bar Night at Village Pourhouse
• Hard Candy Burlesque at Identity Lounge
• 4th Annual "Party With Purpose" Hoboken 5K Race
• Best of Broadway at Broadway Comedy Club
• UG Comedy Show at Underground Lounge
• Brooklyn Cyclones Home Game

Home Run Derby Viewing Parties in NYC - Monday, July 13

The All-Star break kicks off tonight with the Home Run Derby.
The American league has contestants Carlos Pena Pena, Brandon Inge, Nelson Cruz Joe Mauer, while Albert Pujols, Adrian Gonzalez, Prince Fielder and Ryan Howard will represent the National League.

Here are some suggestions on where to watch in NYC...

Monday, July 13
Home Run Derby Power Hour
Watch your favorite players hit homeruns
in the 25th Annual Home Run Derby
Shown on flat screen TV's
Every time a home run is hit, you know the drill - you take a shot
8pm
at:
Black Bear Lodge
274 Third Ave.
(between 21st & 22nd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 253-2178
BBLNYC.com

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Monday, July 13
Home Run Derby Bingo
Baseball, Beer and Bingo
Watch the Home Run Derby and play Baseball Bingo
for prizes like bar tabs, free drinks and more

Mark the number of homeruns off your card
The first person to get Bingo wins
FREE to play
7pm
at: Bull's Head Tavern
295 Third Ave.
(between 22nd & 23rd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 685-2589
BullsHeadTavern.com
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And instead of just sitting around drinking, you can pseudo participate by competing against your fellow bar patrons at Whiskey River's Wii homerun hitting contest...
Monday, July 13
Wii Home Run Hitting Contest
How many homeruns can you hit?
Come find out if you are a MLB all-star or a benchwarmer at Whiskey River’s Home Run Derby!
Compete against other sluggers for bar tabs, free drinks and more!
And, get motivated by watching the real MLB Home Run Derby on our flat-screens!
To RSVP or for more info log on to: going.com/wiihomerunderby
at: Whiskey River
575 Second Ave.
(32nd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 679-6799
WhiskeyRiverNYC.com

For more sports bar options, check out MurphGuide's directory of NYC Sports Bars...
MurphGuide.com/sports.htm

Today in NYC: Monday, July 13

• NYC Summer Restaurant Week
• Home Run Derby Power Hour at Black Bear Lodge
• Wii Home Run Hitting Contest at Whiskey River
• Home Run Derby Bingo at Bull's Head Tavern
• Bryant Park Movie: How Green Was My Valley
• Bluegrass Monday at Parkside Lounge
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• Homeboy Steve at Banjo Jim's
• Monday Evening Stand Up at Pete's Candy Store
• The Best of Broadway at Broadway Comedy Club
• Trivia Night at Latitude

3rd Anniversary Celebration at The Mean Fiddler

Congratulations and happy anniversary to Mike and all of our friends at The Mean Fiddler, celebrating their 3rd anniversary this weekend.

The Mean Fiddler is a family run operation of two brothers and sister Patrick, Michael and Ann McNamee. They have created a place with a warm atmosphere that the Irish are famous for. They like to get to know our customers whether we meet weekly or yearly, so be sure to say hello when you go there.

Saturday, July 11
3rd Birthday Party
Lots of prizes and giveaways

Sunday, July 12
Bartenders Beach Party
$250 in prizes for swimsuit contest
and a trip to Florida

at:
The Mean Fiddler
266 W. 47th St.
(between Broadway & Eighth Ave.)
New York, NY
212 354-2950
TheMeanFiddlerNYC.com

UFC 100 - Saturday, July 11

Ultimate Fighting Championship reaches a big milestone tonight with their 100th event.


Saturday, July 11, 10pm UFC: 100
Bouts include:
Lesnar vs Mir (heavyweight championship)
St. Pierre vs Alves (welterweight championship)
Henderson vs Bisping (The Ultimate Fighter challenge match)

Here are some places in NYC where you can see this pay-per-view event:

Saturday, July 11
Johnny Utah's
UFC 100: Ultimate Fighting Championship
$5 Cazadores margaritas
$3 Bud Light draft
$1 Rolling Rocks
Showing the bouts live on three 15-foot screens
10pm
at:
Johnny Utah's
25 W. 51st St.
(between Fifth & Sixth Ave.)
(212) 265-UTAH
New York, NY
JohnnyUtahs.com
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Saturday, July 11
UFC: 100 at Third & Long



In honor of the 100th UFC event,
Third & Long is raffling off a $100 cash prize
Doors open at 9pm
at:
Third & Long
523 Third Ave. (35th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 447-5711
ThirdandLongNYC.com





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Saturday, July 11
UFC 100 at Village Pourhouse

no cover or $40 open bar
10pm
at:
Village Pourhouse
982 Amsterdam Ave.
(between 108th & 109th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 979-BEER
VillagePourhouse.com

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Saturday, July 11
UFC 100: at Rogue
The biggest event in mixed martial arts history

live on Pay-Per-View
$10 Cover charge at the door

Cazadores Tequila Promo:
Meet the models and learn about this particular exciting Tequila and get some shots for free

Budweiser Promo:
During the UFC fight, throw back $3 Bud Lights, Budweisers and Bud American Ales

10pm
at:
Rogue Restaurant & Bar
757 Sixth Ave.
(between 25th & 26th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 242-6434
RogueNYC.com



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UFC 100 at Hurley's
Showing the bouts on the 3rd floor party room
with outdoor roof deck
no cover
at:
Hurley's Saloon
232 W. 48th St.
(between Broadway & Eighth Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 765-8981
HurleysNYC.com

Today in NYC: Saturday, July 11

• 3rd Anniversary Party for The Mean Fiddler
• Gotham Girls Roller Derby
• UFC 100 at Johnny Utah's
• UFC: 100 at Third & Long
• UFC 100 at Village Pourhouse
• UFC 100 at Rogue
• Back to Babylon at The Players Theater
• King of Pop Pub Crawl: Village Pourhouse-Sidebar
• Beach Party w/ Mr. North at Ulysses'
• The CreamSicles Monthly Rock n Roll Variety Show
• Sonas Celtic Music at Orchard House Cafe
• 8-Minute Dating at 420 Lounge
• Citywide Beach Volleyball 2009 at Coney Island
• Paul Sachs CD Release Party at Parkside Lounge
• Spoiled Rotten at O'Flanagan's
• Pacha's Boat Party with Boris
• The Jungle Party with resident DJ Boris at Pacha
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• Mike Vechione + Dante Nero at NY Comedy Club

Back to Babylon

Actor & playwright Gregg Tome brings his one man show, "Back to Babylon" to Off-Broadway, with 8 shows, starting tonight.


The play features Gregg portraying nine different characters, based on his own experiences growing up in Babylon, Long Island back in the 1970s.

From Gregg's website:
Back to Babylon is a one-man show that tells a compelling story based on writer/performer Gregg Tome’s personal experiences growing up in Babylon, Long Island. Through uncanny portrayals of nine characters, the tale of a close-knit circle of townies, friends and mentors is told. The plot unfolds as a local resident, on the eve of his ten-year high school reunion, reminisces about his friends from the past, who struggled to define themselves within a haze of youthful revelry. Each character delivers a dually humorous and poignant monologue revealing another piece of the narrative, ultimately exposing a disaster that will define them all. With an edgy story line, 70’s rock music, and imagery from the town itself, the audience is taken on a trip down suburban memory lane to discover the permanent connections between the characters, ancient Babylon and Babylon, Long Island, while also learning that the past is always present in our lives.

Friday, July 10 - 8pm
Saturday, July 11 - 3 & 8pm
Sunday, July 12 - 3pm
Friday, July 17
Saturday, July 18 - 3 & 8pm
Sunday, July 19 - 3pm

Back to Babylon
One-man play
written by & starring Gregg Tome
Tickets: $25 general admission ($15 for students & seniors)
(You can save $5 off your admission by using the promo code: B2BPT)
Purchase on-line at: Theatermania.com
or by phone: Tickets by Phone: 212-352-3101, 866-811-4111 (toll free)

at:
The Players Theater
115 MacDougal St.
New York, NY
BacktoBabylon.com

Today in NYC: Friday, July 10

• U2 Night w/Unforgettable Fire at Saloon
• Jim Beam Promo at Mercury Bar
• Orange Crush at Woodhaven House
• Back to Babylon at The Players Theater
• The Itinerants at Paddy Reilly's
• Fundraiser for New York Cares at Stone Creek
• Holy Oak + 3rd Left at Parkside Lounge
• All-Star Comedy at Times Square Arts Center
• The Gilfords at O'Flanagan's
• Enda Keegan at Blackstones
• Donald Glaude at Pacha
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• Punk Rock - Heavy Metal Karaoke at Fontana's
• Steve Marshall Band at Eamonn's
• TV Headliner Show at Broadway Comedy Club

Today in NYC: Thursday, July 9

• First Thursday (Susan) at 79th St. Boat Basin
• Live Band Karaoke at O'Flanagan's
• The Flavors of Absolut at The Brazen Head
• Luau Party at M1-5
• Cazadores Tequila Promo at Rogue
• Cocktails & America The Beautiful at Duvet
• The Acoustic Musicians Group Jam in Washington Square Park
• Official Pre-Party for "Essential" at Thirteen
• Click Models Summer Party at Tavern on the Green
• Ray Greiche at Rathbones
• Night of No B.S. Comedy at Parkside Lounge
• Jewish Hurry Date a Sin Sin
• 8-Minute Dating at Southern Hospitality
• The Jam NYC at The Red Lion
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• Brooklyn Cyclones Home Game
• All-Star Comedy at Times Square Arts Center
• Best of Broadway at Broadway Comedy Club
• Elephant Larry's Con Air at Peoples Improv Theater
• Wounded Warriors Project at Bell Harbor Yacht Club
• Broadway in Bryant Park

New Networking Series: Booze & Schmooze. Wednesdays at Sidebar

Looking to switch careers, out of work, or just interested in meeting others in your field to network with? Come to Sidebar every Wednesday night at SideBAR for "Booze & Schmooze" a series of social networking events.


Wednesday, July 8
Schmooze and Booze
Networking with a specific profession each week
and extended happy hour until 8pm
Great for consultants, freelancers, entrepreneurs, professionals and the unemployed.
This week: Entrepreneurs
7pm
at:

Sidebar
120 E. 15th St.
(bet. Irving Pl. & E. Union Sq.)
New York, NY
212-677-2900
SidebarNY.com

Upcoming:
7/8 - Entreprenuers
7/15 - Advertising/Media/Marketing/PR/Fashion/Film & TV/Entertainment
7/22 - Social Media/IT/Web Design/Graphic Design/Technology
7/29 - Real Estate
8/5 - Finance/Accounting/Banking
8/12 - Non-Profit

SSMAC's Sunset Sail: Wed. July 8

Our friend (and your fellow MurphGuide reader) Chris Page is president of the Junior Committee of the SSMAC, and he invites you to this event, which will raises funds to support the Club...

Wednesday, July 8
Soldiers', Sailors', Marines', Coast Guard & Airmen's Club presents...
Sunset Sail
$90 per person ($110 after June 20)
includes...
top shelf open bar
full Italian dinner:
Menu:
..- Boneless Breast of Chicken Francaise
..- Roasted Vegetable Lasagna
..- Stuffed Shells
..- Eggplant Rollatini
..- Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes
..- Fresh Seasonal Vegetable
..- Caesar Salad
..- Dinner Rolls
..- Celebration Sheet Cake

RSVP via Facebook
7 - 11pm

departs from
Skyport Marina
aboard Lucille
E. 23rd St. & FDR Drive
New York, NY





Please make checks payable to: Soldiers', Sailors', Marines', Airmens' Club
Mail checks to:
Rachel Kirwin
210 E. 85th Apt. 4
New York, NY 10028

Soldiers', Sailors', Marines', Coast Guard and Airmen's Club is the hotel in NYC exclusively for members of the armed forces (Active Duty, Cadets, Reserves, Retirees, Veterans, NYFD, NYPD, & EMS) . Founded in 1919 to accommodate servicemen returning from overseas duty in World War I, the Club has been operating continuously for over 85 years, offering a "Home Away From Home" to all service personnel, military retirees, veterans and their dependents. Since 1919 they have provided accommodations for over 2,500,000 eligible guests and their families.
With their motto: "Service To Those Who Have Served Their Country", the club provides convenient, safe, affordable accommodations in mid-town Manhattan.
ssmaclub.org/

Today in NYC: Wednesday, July 8

• SSMAC Sunset Sail
• Stand Up Comedy at Comic Strip Live
• We're Nice People - Doucheless Comedy at Parkside
• Best of Broadway at Broadway Comedy Club
• Brooklyn Cyclones Home Game
• 8-Minute Dating at 420 Lounge
• Boomer Party Summer Dance Party at Columbus 72
• Jewish Hurry Date at Alibi
• Dirty Water Dogs at Church Square Park, Hoboken,NJ
• American Idle Karaoke at Soldier McGee's
• Lose Your Identity at Identity Lounge