• Date & Dash at McKeown's
• Dave Barckow & Vonnie Quinn at Galway Hooker
• European Cup Soccer
• Corn Mo at Parkside Lounge
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Today in NYC - Tuesday, June 17, 2008
Monday, June 16, 2008
Sunday, June 15, 2008
Bloom's Day + 5-Year Anniversary Celebration at Ulysses' - Monday, June 16, 2008
Congratulations to Danny, Mike, Peter and all our friends at Ulysses' on their 5-year anniversary. They are celebrating on Monday, June 16, on the 104th anniversary of Bloom's Day, the odyssey of Leopold Bloom as told in James Joyce's epic novel, Ulysses.
Monday, June 16
Blooms Day & 5th Anniversary Celebration at Ulysses'
Monday, June 16
Blooms Day & 5th Anniversary Celebration at Ulysses'
featuring...
featuring...
Carvery Lunch: 11:30 - 3:30pm
celebrated tastings from Dublin with complimentary glass of Burgundy and Gorgonzola
Readings from Ulysses' with Colum McCann and special guest...from 2pm
Anniversary Drinks: 4:30 - 6pm
Spirits of Ireland Party: 6 - 9pm
celebrated tastings from Dublin with complimentary glass of Burgundy and Gorgonzola
Readings from Ulysses' with Colum McCann and special guest...from 2pm
Anniversary Drinks: 4:30 - 6pm
Spirits of Ireland Party: 6 - 9pm
with special guests while Ulysses' passes "Dub Pub" fare tastes
Live music from that Dublin "Upright" Band from 7pm
(could it be Stand?)
followed by DJs
Complimentary drinks: 10:30pm - midnight.
at:
Live music from that Dublin "Upright" Band from 7pm
(could it be Stand?)
followed by DJs
Complimentary drinks: 10:30pm - midnight.
at:
Check out this video from last year's readings...
Saturday, June 14, 2008
NYC Flip Cup Tournament: Saturday, June 14
Saturday, June 14
New York City Flip Cup Tournament
32 teams, 6 players
3-Hour Open Beer Bar
Register on-line
$30 per person includes 3-Hour Open Beer Bar and free playing beer all day.
A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the winning team's charity of choice.
1pm
at:
Village Pourhouse
74 Third Ave. (11th St.)
New York, NY
flipcupguys.com
See their video below:
Friday, June 13, 2008
The McCabes at The Mean Fiddler: Fri. June 13
Friday, June 13
Irish band The McCabes are playing this Friday at The Mean Fiddler
11pm
at:
The Mean Fiddler
266 W. 47th St.
(between Broadway & Eighth Ave.)
New York, NY
212 354-2950
TheMeanFiddlerNYC.com
Mccabesband.com
Below is a video of their song "Have a Guinness Every Day"
Caribbean Night at Saloon: Friday, June 13
Caribbean Night
$35 per person includes open bar from 10pm - 1am
Saloon
1584 York Ave. (between 83rd & 84th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 570-5454
SaloonNYC.com
Thursday, June 12, 2008
MurphGuide Weekly Newsletter
Contents:
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This Week
1. NY's Largest Singles After Work Summer Kick Off Party at Columbus 72: Thu. June 12
2. Free Drinks at The Brazen Head: Thu. June 12
3. Diamond Dogs Ski Club End of Season Party at Third & Long: Thu. June 12
4. Caribbean Night Party at Saloon: Fri. June 13
5. Flashback Fridays at Croton Reservoir Tavern: Fri. June 13
6. NYC Flip Cup Tournament at Village Pourhouse: Sat. June 14
7. World Pong Tour at Porky's: Sat. June 14
8. European Cup Soccer: June 7 - 29
9. Live Music Spotlight
1. Enter to win tickets to Gotham Girls Roller Derby
2. Spotlight Bar: Arctica
3. Quick Links
Upcoming
1. Bloom`s Day + 5th Anniversary Celebration at Ulysses': Mon. June 16
2. Bryant Park Film Festival: Starting Mon. June 16
3. IBO Summer Networking Party at Nevada Smith's: Wed. June 18
4. Luau Party at The Town Tavern: Thu. June 19
5. Friends for the Cure Summer Solstice Event: Wed. June 25
6. TG Whitney's / Windfall Annual Cruise: Thu. June 26
7. FDNY Emerald Society Cruise: Thu. June 26
8. Dixie's Texas Tavern 1st Anniversary Party: Wed. July 2
9. Save the Dates
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Our friends at Meet Market Adventures are hosting this singles event...
Thursday, June 12
New York's Largest Singles After Work Summer Kick Off Party
An interactive evening of contests, prizes, food and dancing
Join Meet Market Adventures and Hundreds of Singles
as they kick off summer in style at Columbus 72 for a night of networking,
flirting and dancing.
They will have some fun icebreaker games that will get you in the mood to meet new people.
Contests and themed discount drink prices to get you in the spirit
of this fantastic party. Arrive early and your name will be entered in our
Grand Prize Draw of an all expense paid White Water Rafting Trip.
Take advantage of this interactive evening of contests, prizes, food & dancing,
for only $19.99 in advance ($30 at the door)
price includes:
- Mingling, meeting and networking with over 400 Singles
- Hors d'oeuvres (From 6 to 7 PM)
- Happy Hour Drink Specials (From 6 to 7 PM)
- Grand Prize Draw of an all expense paid White Water Rafting Trip
- Entertainment and Free MMA Adventure Giveaways
- Door Prizes (Worth over $1,000)
- One of New York's Top DJ's spinning tunes all night long
6pm
at:
Columbus 72
246 Columbus Ave. (between 71st & 72nd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 769-1492
meetmarketadventures.com
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The Brazen Head is introducing new brands tonight with free drinks...
Thursday, June 12
Free Drinks
In order to introduce new brands, drinks made with:
Absolut Apeach, Absolut Raspberry, Absolut Ruby Red, Absolut Black (100 proof)
Absolute Pear
Level Vodka
Cruzan Rum
& Cruzan Mango Rum
Will be on the house
7pm to 9pm
at:
The Brazen Head
228 Atlantic Ave. (between Court St. & Boerum Pl.)
Boerum Hill
Brooklyn, NY
(718) 488-0430
BrazenHeadBrooklyn.com
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Our friends in the Diamond Dogs Ski Club celebrate the end of their 2008 season...
Thursday, June 12
Diamond Dogs Ski Club
Season Ending Party
and the showing of the 2008 Season Video
Get a wrist band at the door for drink specials
$4 mixed drinks and draft beer
6:30pm
at:
Third & Long
523 Third Ave. (35th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 447-5711
ski-nyc.com/
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Our friends at Saloon invite you to their Caribbean themed party this Friday...
Friday, June 13
Caribbean Night
$35 per person
open bar 10pm - 1am
or
If your birthday is in June, show your ID and drink free
while your friends get 2 for 1 from 9pm - 11pm
at:
Saloon
1584 York Ave. (between 83rd & 84th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 570-5454
SaloonNYC.com
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Our friend DJ Lou Smith, aka DLJ, spins at this happy hour party...
Saturday, June 13
Flashback Fridays
D L J spins party music from the 80's- today!
as written up in the NY Post & Daily News...
$4 Beers, $5 Martinis, $5 Margaritas
No cover
5-9pm
at:
Croton Reservoir Tavern
108 W. 40th St. (between Broadway & 6th Ave.)
New York, NY
CrotonReservoirTavern.com
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Our friends Scott & Mike, aka The Flip Cup Guys, invite you to their next NYC Flip Cup Tournament...
Saturday, June 14
NY Flip Cup Tournament
New York City Flip Cup Tournament
32 teams, 6 players per team
Register on-line at Flipcupguys.com
$30 per player includes
3-Hour Open Beer Bar
and free playing beer all day.
1pm
at:
Village Pourhouse
74 Third Ave. (11th St.)
New York, NY
Flipcupguys.com
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Our friends at World Pong Tour are hosting 3 NYC tournaments in June...
Saturday, June 14 & 28 at Porky's
Saturday, June 21 at The Big Easy
World Pong Tour presents
Grand in Your Hand Pong Tournament
Top 4 teams win cash prizes
First Place wins $1000.
Double Elimination
$25 per player includes
Beer for tourney games
Official tour t-shirt
Set of cups
3:05pm start time
Sign up for a tournament online at WorldPongTour.com
June 14 & 28 at:
Porky's NYC
55 W. 21st St. (between Fifth & Sixth Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 675-8007
PorkysNYC.com
June 21 at:
The Big Easy
1768 Second Ave. (between 92nd & 93rd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 348-0879
BigEasyNYC.com
Facebook.com/TheBigEasyNYC
For rules & more info., visit WorldPongTour.com
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European Cup continues this week and throughout the month of June...
European Cup Soccer
June 7 - 29
First round action continues this week:
Thursday, June 12
Croatia vs. Germany
Austria vs Poland
Friday, June 13
Italy vs. Romania
The Netherlands vs. France
Saturday, June 14
Sweden vs. Spain
Greece vs. Russia
Sunday, June 15
Switzerland vs. Portugal
Turkey vs. Czech Republic
Monday, June 16
Poland vs. Croatia
Austria vs. Germany
Tuesday, June 17
Netherlands vs. Romania
France vs. Italy
Wednesday, June 18
Greece vs. Spain
Russia vs. Sweden
June 19 - 22
Quarter Finals
June 25-26
Semi Finals
Sunday, June 29
Championship Game
Full Schedule at:
Euro2008.uefa.com
Nevada Smith's, the soccer mecca of NYC, will fill up, so get there early:
Nevada Smith's
74 Third Ave. (between 11th & 12th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 982-2591
NevadaSmiths.net
For many more soccer viewing options, check out the MurphGuide Directory of Soccer Bars in NYC
to find good places to watch the games:
Murphguide.com/soccerbars.htm
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Live Music Spotlight:
You can find very talented musicians every night of the week in NY's bars.
Here are a few suggestions for this week...
Thursday, June 12
Booga Sugar at Crash Mansion
Ray Greiche at The Back Fence
Friday, June 13
Jameson's Revenge at Hurley's Saloon
GNYC-TV presents at The Mean Fiddler
Enda Keegan at Marty O'Brien's
Zip Gun & the Rondells at An Beal Bocht
Spare Time at Blackstone's
Saturday, June 14
Mr. North at Ulysses'
Lo-Fi Entertainment at The Underscore
The Niagaras at Stout
Sunday, June 15
Cat & Fiddle Session at Slainte
Monday, June 16
Bluegrass Mondays at Parkside Lounge
Tuesday, June 17
Trad. Session at Swift
Check out the MurphGuide Events calendar for more details
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Other News:
MurphGuide.com is proud to be a sponsor of the 2008 Gotham Girls Roller Derby...
Enter to win free tickets
Saturday, June 28:
Queens of Pain vs. Brooklyn Bombshells
at Hunter College
Enter to Win:
Murphguide.com/promo/gothamgirls.htm
After the games, join GGRD at Manitoba's to toast victory or drown defeat with your favorite derby darlings.
Manitoba's
99 Ave. B (E. 7th St.)
New York, NY
manitobas.com
About GGRD and the national Roller Derby phenomenon:
Founded in 2003, GGRD has led the nation-wide charge to bring the American-born sport of Roller Derby back to the limelight. Leagues around the country have taken the high-speed athleticism and hard-hitting action of derby past, and added a healthy dose of punk rock attitude to create this new wave of Roller Derby.
More info available on the GGRD Hotline: (888) 830-2253
Gothamgirlsrollerderby.com
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Spotlight Bar: Arctica
Arctica Bar & Grill just recently celebrated its first anniversary.
Arctica bar & grill is an alternative to the Murray Hill neighborhood with two bars, cozy fireplaces and armchair seating. Downstairs, the ice bar offers a distinct alternative all in one venue with velvet drapes, glass bar and a pool table. Arctica pays homage to legendary Antarctic explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton with a beautiful mural of his ship.
They show all national and international sporting events on 11 plasmas and 2 giant projectors
Happy Hour: Monday - Friday
4-8pm
$6 martinis, $4 select drafts, $3 Miller Lite
Daily Specials include:
Mondays: 2 for 1 burgers
Tuesdays: 4 mini pizzas for $10
Wednesday: Open Mic Night: singer/songwriters, comedians, cowbellist, all welcome
Thursday Nights: DJ Ferdinand on the decks
Fridays: DJ Main on the decks
Weekend brunch with complimentary mimosa,
bloody mary or domestic draft beer with purchase of brunch entree
Arctica Bar
384 Third Ave. (between 27th & 28th St.)
Murray Hill
New York, NY
(212) 725-4477
ArcticaBar.com
Call Ronan or Mark for private parties
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Quick Links:
MurphGuide Blog
http://murphguide.blogspot.com
MurphGuide.com on myspace: Be our on-line friend
myspace.com/murphguide
Sketchfest NYC 2008: June 12 - 14 at Upright Citizens Brigade Theater
sketchfestnyc.com/
Outdoor Drinking: checkout MurphGuide Directory of outdoor drinking spots
murphguide.com/outdoor.htm
Gotham Girls Roller Derby
GothamGirlsRollerDerby.com
Hoboken Bar Network: Hoboken`s premier on-line bar guide
Hoboken-bar.net
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Upcoming
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Bloom's Day (June 16) is chronicled in James Joyce's epic novel, Ulysses'. So the place to be
on Bloom`s Day in NYC is at Ulysses' on Stone Street.
Congratulations to Danny, Mike & Peter and all our friends at Ulysses' on their 5th Anniversary...
Blooms Day & 5th Anniversary Celebration at Ulysses'
Monday, June 16
featuring...
Carvery Lunch: 11:30 - 3:30pm
Readings from Ulysses' with Colum McCann and special guest
from 2pm
Anniversary Drinks: 4:30 - 6pm
Spirits of Ireland Party: 6 - 9pm
Live music from that Dublin "Upright" Band from 7pm
followed by DJs
Complimentary drinks: 10:30pm - midnight
at:
Ulysses'
95 Pearl St./58 Stone St. (Hanover Square)
New York, NY
(212) 482-0400
UlyssesBarNYC.com
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The annual Bryant Park Film Festival kicks off on Monday, June 16
Bryant Park Summer Film Festival
Mondays in June, July & August
Free outdoor movies
Mondays at Sundown
June 16: Dr. No
June 23: Bride of Frankenstein
June 30: Hud
July 7: The Man Who Came to Dinner
July 14: Fail Safe
July 21: Arsenic and Old Lace
July 28: The Apartment
August 4: Lifeboat
August 11: The Candidate
August 18: Superman
at:
Bryant Park
42nd St. & Sixth Ave.
New York, NY
bryantpark.org/calendar/film-festival.php
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The IBO is hosting their annual summer networking party, all are welcome...
Wednesday, June 18
The IBO of New York presents...
Summer Networking Party
Admission is free to IBO members and non-members,
finger food will be available, courtesy of the IBO to complement the cash bar
Meet new people, renew old acquaintances and make valuable contacts.
6:30 - 9pm
downstairs
at:
Nevada Smith's
74 Third Ave. (between 11th & 12th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 982-2591
NevadaSmiths.net
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Our friends at The Town Tavern are hosting a wild Luau...
Thursday, June 19
Luau Party
[ Input mandatory "get leied" pun here ]
Hosted by Heather from Rock of Love, who will sign autographs
$2 Bud Light Lime Bottles all night
at:
The Town Tavern
134 W. 3rd St. (Sixth Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 253-6955
TownTavernNYC.com
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Wednesday, June 25
Friends for the Cure
Summer Solstice Event
all proceeds go towards Lymphoma Research Foundation
Drinks, food, music, a raffle with tons of fabulous prizes
$100 for advance tickets, $120 at the door
Tickets available on-line at: kintera.org
at:
Charles Nolan's Studio Loft
637 W. 27th St.
New York, NY
(212) 897-0730
Lymphoma.org/
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Our friends at TG Whitney's & Windfall are holding their annual cruise, always a good time...
Thursday, June 26
TG Whitney & Windfall's
20th Annual Booze Cruise
$45 per Ticket
Unlimited Beer & Special Party Punch
Live DJ
Party on 2 Decks
Over 500 Tickets sold every year
Purchase tickets on-line: www.Murphguide.com/whitneycruise.htm
Big After Party at TG Whitney's
with Drink Specials & T-Shirt Giveaways
boarding 6:30pm, sailing 7pm
aboard The Circle Line
Pier 83
at W. 42nd St.
New York, NY
For More Info Please Contact
Frank at TG Whitney's 212.888.5772 or Tom at Windfall 212.869.4606
Tickets also on-sale at:
T.G. Whitney's
244 E. 53rd St. (between Second & Third Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 888-5772
TGWhitneys.com
and...
Windfall
Lounge & Grill
23 W. 39th St. (between Fifth & Sixth Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 869-4606
MurphGuide.com/bars/windfall.htm
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Our friends at Gotham Girls Roller Derby have another bout this week.
Enter to win free tickets...
Saturday, June 28
Gotham Girls Roller Derby
Brooklyn Bombshells vs. Queens of Pain
Buy tickets on-line at:
gothamgirlsrollerderby.com/merch/
Doors 6:30pm
bout begins 8:30pm
at:
Hunter College
Sportsplex B3 Gym
Lexington Ave. & 68th St.
New York, NY
Upcoming bouts:
June 28: Brooklyn vs. Queens
July 26: Manhattan vs. Bronx
August 6: Queens vs. Bronx
September 12: Manhattan vs. Brooklyn
September 27: Post-Season Showdown
October 25: Championship Bout
GothamGirlsRollerDerby.com
(646) 405-9803
tix@gothamgirlsrollerderby.com
Enter to Win fre tix courtesy of GGRD:
Murphguide.com/promo/gothamgirls.htm
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Our friends at Whistlin' Dixie's will be celebrating their first anniversary with a wild party...
Wednesday, July 2
Whistlin' Dixie's 1st Anniversary Party
Celebrate Dixie's & America's Birthday
2 Hour free open bar sponsored by Samuel Adams
Register early for the Texas Hold 'Em Tourney
Proceeds will go to Benefit Rehabilitation for US Soldiers
via Timbo Foundation
at:
Whistlin' Dixie's Texas Tavern
714 Eleventh Ave. (W. 51st St.)
New York, NY
(212) 349-4370
DixiesTexasTavern.com
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Save the Dates:
Save the dates for the following upcoming events. More details to follow in future newsletters
Fri. July 25: MurphGuide Night in Coney Island (note the new date)
Thu. Aug. 21: Annual MurphGuide Summer Cruise
Today in NYC
• Diamond Dogs Ski Club End of Season Party
• Ray Greiche at The Back Fence
• Booga Sugar at Crash Mansion
• MMA Singles After Work Summer Kickoff Party
• Free Drinks at The Brazen Head
• Newcastle Promo at Rogue
• Garden Party at Tavern on the Green
• Super Ego Comedy + Live Music at Parkside Lounge
Thursday, June 05, 2008
MurphGuide Weekly Newsletter
Contents:
This Week
1. Longest Standup Comedy Show at Comic Strip Live: June 3 - 5
2. Fundraiser for Holy Trinity Food Pantry: Wed. June 4
3. First Thursday at Bryant Park & The Gibson Room: Thu. June 5
4. Gotham Girls Roller Derby at Hunter College: Sat. June 7
5. Big Apple BBQ: Sat. June 7 & Sun. June 8
6. European Cup Soccer: June 7 - 29
7. Sundays at Seven at IAC: Sun, June 8
8. Live Music Spotlight
Other News:
1. Meet Market Adventures
2. Zog Sports
3. Spotlight Bar: The Stumble Inn
Upcoming
1. Beer Tasting Dinner at The House of Brews: Tue. June 10
2. Kruise for Kids Benefit for Project Children: Wed. June 11
3. NY's Largest Singles After Work Summer Kick Off Party at Columbus 72: Thu. June 12
4. NYC Flip Cup Tournament at Village Pourhouse: Sat. June 14
5. Bryant Park Film Festival: Starting Mon. June 16
6. Luau Party at The Town Tavern: Thu. June 19
7. Friends for the Cure Summer Solstice Event: Wed. June 25
8. TG Whitney's / Windfall Annual Cruise: Thu. June 26
9. Save the Dates
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Tuesday, June 3 - Thursday, June 5
Longest Standup Comedy Show
50-hour world record show to benefit the Intrepid Fallen Heros Fund
Donations can be made during event.
100% of all donations go to the Intrepid Fallen Heros Fund.
Over 100 professional stand up comedians to grace the Comic Strip Live stage.
Sets will run from 20 minutes to hours long.
For the entire 50 hours of the world record attempt,
there will always be a professional comedian on stage, an audience, club & wait staff.
On each of the three nights, Wednesday, June 3 & Thursday, June 4 (8:30 pm to midnight)
and Thursday, June 5 (8:30 pm to 10:30 pm), Comic Strip Live will still have
their regular weeknight stand up shows as part of the record.
Outside of those times, and while setting the record, audience members can stop by whenever they want,
for as long as they want to watch comedy (free admission)
while being treated to a bevy of free bagels, chips, popcorn, donuts, coffee, sodas and Red Bull.
Additionally, on Wednesday and Thursday from 7am to 10am, free breakfast will be served.
8:30pm Tuesday through 10:30pm Thursday
at:
Comic Strip Live
1568 Second Ave. (between 81st & 82nd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 861-9386
ComicStripLive.com
And Check out MurphGuide's Directory of NYC Comedy Venues:
MurphGuide.com/comedy
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Our friend Ann invites you to this fundraiser...
Wednesday, June 4
Fundraiser for the Holy Trinity Food Pantry
Fundraiser Committee Ann Dolan, Meera Ratnesar, Jennifer Miller, Chris Joyce
invite you to...
Fundraising Happy Hour
suggested donation $10
cash bar
raffle prizes
7 - 9pm
at:
Soldier McGee's Tavern
480 Amsterdam Ave. (83rd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 579-4299
SMcGeeTavernNYC.com
Proceeds support the Holy Trinity Food Pantry
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Our friends Walter & Susan both host monthly happy hours on the first Thursday of each month.
Hence the name "First Thursday". All are welcome at each one...
Thursday, June 5
First Thursday
Thursday, June 5
Walter Tice presents...
First Thursday
aka International Beer Night
at:
Bryant Park Café
Upper Terrace
Bryant Park (42nd St. between Fifth & Sixth Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 840-6500
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Thursday, June 5
First Thursday
hosted by Susan Terwilliger
co-hosted by Diamond Dogs Ski Club
7:30pm to 10:30pm
at:
The Gibson Room
Roof top/3rd floor at Patroon
160 E. 46th St. (between Lexington & 3rd Ave.)
New York, NY
212-883-7373
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Our friends at Gotham Girls Roller Derby have another bout this week.
Enter to win free tickets...
Saturday, June 7
Gotham Girls Roller Derby
Brooklyn Bombshells vs. Bronx Gridlock
Buy tickets on-line at:
gothamgirlsrollerderby.com/merch/
Doors 6:30pm
bout begins 8:30pm
at:
Hunter College
Sportsplex B3 Gym
Lexington Ave. & 68th St.
New York, NY
Upcoming bouts:
June 7: Bronx vs. Brooklyn
June 28: Brooklyn vs. Queens
July 26: Manhattan vs. Bronx
August 6: Queens vs. Bronx
September 12: Manhattan vs. Brooklyn
September 27: Post-Season Showdown
October 25: Championship Bout
GothamGirlsRollerDerby.com
(646) 405-9803
tix@gothamgirlsrollerderby.com
Enter to Win fre tix courtesy of GGRD:
Murphguide.com/promo/gothamgirls.htm
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This huge BBQ event features live music and a hundred thousand people...
Saturday, June 7 & Sunday, June 8
Big Apple BBQ
The Sixth Annual Snapple Big Apple Barbecue Block Party
The country’s top pitmasters will cook up their award-winning food
for over a hundred thousand barbecue enthusiasts.
Live music both days:
Saturday, June 7
The Defibulators 1pm - 2:15pm
The Sweet Divines 2:45pm - 4pm
The Wild Magnolias 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Sunday, June 8
Alex Battles & The Whiskey Rebellion 1pm - 2:15pm
Eli "Paper Boy" Reed & The True Lovers 2:45pm - 4pm
The Sadies 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Seminars and cooking demonstrations
The country’s best barbecue is available from top pitmasters for only $8 per plate.
Free Admission
noon - 6pm
at:
Madison Square Park
between 23rd & 26th St.
and between Fifth Ave. & Madison Ave.
New York, NY
BigAppleBBQ.org
Proceeds from the Snapple Big Apple Barbecue Block Party
will support the Madison Square Park Conservancy
madisonsquarepark.org
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Starting this weekend, and going on all month long...
European Cup Soccer
June 7 - 29
First round action starts this weekend:
Saturday, June 7:
Switzerland vs Czech Republic
Portugal vs Turkey
Sunday, June 8
Austria vs Croatia
Germany vs Poland
Full Schedule at:
Euro2008.uefa.com
Nevada Smith's, the soccer mecca of NYC, will fill up, so get there early:
Nevada Smith's
74 Third Ave. (between 11th & 12th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 982-2591
NevadaSmiths.net
For many more soccer viewing options, check out the MurphGuide Directory of Soccer Bars in NYC
to find good places to watch the games:
Murphguide.com/soccerbars.htm
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Our friend Fiona invites you to her monthly variety show...
Sunday, June 8
Sundays at Seven
A monthly comedy/music show
featuring the best comic, music and solo performers
Hosted and produced by
Fiona Walsh (Galway Comedy Festival) and Ann Design (The Duplex)
featuring:
Christian Finnegan - Comedy Central
Leah Dubie - Dykes on Mics
Ellen Karis - Greek Gods of Comedy Tour
Andy Pitz - Late Night with Craig Ferguson
Kambri Crews - Comix
Pat O'Shea - Gotham Comedy Club
Maureen Langan - Comics Unleashed
Music by Rebecca Hart - Rockwood Music Hall
Admission: $10 (non- members), $8 (members)
7pm
at:
The Irish Arts Center
553 W. 51st St. (between 10th & 11th Ave.)
New York, NY
(212)757-3318
Irishartscenter.org
myspace.com/sundaysatseven
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Live Music Spotlight:
You can find very talented musicians every night of the week in NY's bars.
Here are a few suggestions for this week...
Wednesday, June 4
Dave Foster at The Living Room
Thursday, June 5
Bill Popp & The Tapes CD Release Party at Kenny's Castaways
The Screaming Orphans in Bryant Park
Tom Riccobono and Mark West at Smith's Bar
Friday, June 6
Enda Keegan at Marty O'Brien's
Eileen Fogarty & The Very Best at Tir na nOg
Lil Mo & the Moneycats at An Beal Bocht
Artie & Mark at Blackstone's
Ray Greiche Trio at The Back Fence
GNYC-TV presents at The Mean Fiddler
Saturday, June 7
Shilelagh Law at Ulysses'
Big Apple BBQ at Madison Square Park
Inspired by Black Sabbath at The Underscore
Dimitri & The Black Coffee Blues Band at The Brazen Head
Sunday, June 8
Big Apple BBQ at Madison Square Park
Monday, June 9
Bluegrass Mondays at Parkside Lounge
Tuesday, June 10
Trad. Session w/guest Alan Morrisroe at Dempsey's
Check out the MurphGuide Events calendar for more details
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Other News:
MurphGuide.com is proud to be a sponsor of the 2008 Gotham Girls Roller Derby...
Enter to win free tickets
Saturday, June 7:
Bronx Gridlock vs. Brooklyn Bombshells
at Hunter College
Enter to Win:
Murphguide.com/promo/gothamgirls.htm
After the games, join GGRD at Manitoba's to toast victory or drown defeat with your favorite derby darlings.
Manitoba's
99 Ave. B (E. 7th St.)
New York, NY
manitobas.com
About GGRD and the national Roller Derby phenomenon:
Founded in 2003, GGRD has led the nation-wide charge to bring the American-born sport of Roller Derby back to the limelight. Leagues around the country have taken the high-speed athleticism and hard-hitting action of derby past, and added a healthy dose of punk rock attitude to create this new wave of Roller Derby.
More info available on the GGRD Hotline: (888) 830-2253
Gothamgirlsrollerderby.com
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Meet Market Adventures announces their June Lineup...
Meet Market Adventures
Here are their events that are not sold out already:
Singles Intro To Photography With Scott Wynn: Thursday, June 5
Singles Guided Bike Tour Through Central Park: Saturday, June 7
Singles Chelsea Brewery & Beer Tasting Tour: Saturday, June 7
Singles White Water Rafting During Dam Release: Sunday, June 8
Singles Intro to Fencing: Sunday, June 8
New York's Largest Singles After Work Summer Kick Off Party: Thursday June 12
Singles Mount Defiance Hike: Saturday, June 14
Singles New York City Architecture Tour: Sunday, June 15
Singles Wine Tasting & Fondue Night: Thursday, June 19
Singles East Village Rock & Roll Tour: Saturday June 21
Singles Hike Wawayanda State Park: Sunday, June 22
Singles Intro To Rollerblading: Sunday, June 22
Singles Intro to Archery: Sunday June 22
Singles Summer River Tubing & BBQ Day: Saturday, June 28
Singles Hang Gliding Day: Sunday, June 29
Details at MeetMarketAdventures.com
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Our friends at Zog Sports invite you to join them at some of their summer activities...
ZogSports Summer Trips
Surfing, Beach Day, Wine Tasting, Whitewater Rafting
ZogSports, the co-ed, social, charity-focused sports league for young professionals,
has turned on registration for its annual series of summer trips.
Get out of the city for a day or a weekend with awesome activities and great people.
You don’t have to play in the leagues to come along for some summer fun.
Summer Trips – Registration is open for the following trips:
Surfing & Beach Day Trips - (June 28 & July 26) -
Registration for June 28 Trip Ends Friday, June 13
Wetsuits, surfboards, lessons, and transportation to and from the beach are all included.
If you don’t want to surf, you can pay a discounted rate to spend the day lounging on the beach.
Wine Tasting Day Trips (July 12 & August 9)
visit 3-4 vineyards on the North Fork of Long Island to sample some of the area’s best wines.
Whitewater Rafting Day Trips - (June 21 & July 20) – Registration for June 21 Trip Ends Friday, June 13
Both trips will be run on Dam Release weekends, which means you’ll hit some seriously awesome rapids!
Whitewater Rafting Overnight Camping Trip – (Details TBD)
Details & registration at ZogSports.org
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A new sports bar has opened on the upper east side
Mo's Caribbean is no more, having recently been replaced by The Stumble Inn
Spotlight Bar: The Stumble Inn
They have a Happy Hour Monday through Friday
where the Whole Bar is Half Price from 11:30am - 7pm
and you can get a free draft beer or soda with any burger from 11:30am - 4pm
Daily specials include:
Sundays: All beer Half Price - 11:30am - close
Mondays: $1 drafts, $8 pitchers, $4 Stella & Sam Light Bottles 7pm - close
Tuesdays: $4 You Call It Mixed drinks, drafts, bottles & shots 7pm - close
Wednesdays: Ladies Night: $2 Pints, $8 & $12 pitchers, $3 Shots of SoCo Lime & Lemon Drops for everyone: 7pm - close
Thursdays: $12 domestic buckets of beer (5), 1/2 price bomb shots: 7pm - close
Saturdays: Whole Bar 1/2 price 11:30am - 7pm
For Sports, they have 16 Flat screen TVs with Beer Pong & Foosball Everyday
The Stumble Inn
1454 Second Ave. (76th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 650-0561
NYCBestBar.com/stumble
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Our friends at The House of Brews invite you to this beer tasting dinner...
Tuesday June 10
Beer Tasting Dinner at the House of Brew
$45 per guest includes a five course meal
each course paired with a specially selected brew:
First Course:
Watermelon Gazpacho with Cilantro, Jalapeno and Lump Crab
Served with a Palma Louca Chelada
A refreshing and smooth, Brazilian style lager mixed with fresh lime juice in a salt rimmed glass
2nd Course:
Jersey Tomato, Red Onion and Mint Salad With Quinoa and Sunflower Seeds.
Beer Pairing; Harpoon UFO
3rd Course:
Pan Seared Barnegat Bay Scallops With Sweet Corn and Edamame, & Chorizo Jus
Beer pairing; Radeberger Pilsner
Crowned the official drink by King Friedrich August III of Saxony, Radeberger is characterized by its dazzling and refreshing taste and has long been enjoyed by German nobility since 1872.
4th Course:
Veal Crepinette with Pimenton Mashed Potatos, Garlicky Spinach and Onion Marmalade
Beer pairing; Stone Imperial Russian Stout
This beer is brewed in the authentic historical style of an Russian Imperial Stout, this beer is massive.
This style originated from Czarist Russia’s demand for ever thicker English Stouts.
Expect this beer to pour like Siberian crude and taste even heavier
5th Course:
Peach Melba Shortcake with Tahitian Vanilla Ice Cream
Served with De Trouche Peche, a sparkling, crisp and refreshing balance of fresh peaches and alcohol
All beers on the tasting menu will be available for $5 each
6:30pm
at:
The House of Brews
302 W. 51st. St. (Eighth Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 541-7080
HouseofBrewsNY.com
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This event is a highlight of the summer, ickets are on sale now for the annual Kruise for Kids Benefit...
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
A.O.H. Div. 7 - NYC presents...
17th annual Kruise for Kids To Benefit Project Children
Entertainment On Three Stages Featuring:
The Cunningham Brothers
Celtic Cross
The Singing Websters
Shay Mac Band
Tom Casey with Chris Kelly
$110 in advance, $125 at the dock
includes Full Open Bar - Buffet Dinner
Cruise in NY harbor
Group Rate: Table of 10 for $1,000 (if purchased by May 1)
Boarding at 6pm, Sailing at 6:45 pm
Return to Dock at 10 pm
Cruise aboard...
The Spirit of New York
Departing Chelsea Piers, Pier 62
W. 23rd St. & 12th Ave.
New York, NY
Tickets are now on sale On-line: AOHCharity.org
More info. available at MurphGuide.com/kruiseforkids
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This singles event expects 300 people...
Thursday, June 12
New York's Largest Singles After Work Summer Kick Off Party
An interactive evening of contests, prizes, food and dancing
Join Meet Market Adventures and Hundreds of Singles
as they kick off summer in style at Columbus 72 for a night of networking,
flirting and dancing.
They will have some fun icebreaker games that will get you in the mood to meet new people.
Contests and themed discount drink prices to get you in the spirit
of this fantastic party. Arrive early and your name will be entered in our
Grand Prize Draw of an all expense paid White Water Rafting Trip.
Take advantage of this interactive evening of contests, prizes, food & dancing,
for only $19.99 in advance ($30 at the door)
price includes:
- Mingling, meeting and networking with over 400 Singles
- Hors d'oeuvres (From 6 to 7 PM)
- Happy Hour Drink Specials (From 6 to 7 PM)
- Grand Prize Draw of an all expense paid White Water Rafting Trip
- Entertainment and Free MMA Adventure Giveaways
- Door Prizes (Worth over $1,000)
- One of New York's Top DJ's spinning tunes all night long
6pm
at:
Columbus 72
246 Columbus Ave. (between 71st & 72nd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 769-1492
meetmarketadventures.com
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Our friends Scott & Mike, aka The Flip Cup Guys, invite you to their next NYC Flip Cup Tournament...
Saturday, June 14
NY Flip Cup Tournament
New York City Flip Cup Tournament
32 teams, 6 players per team
Register on-line at Flipcupguys.com
$30 per player includes
3-Hour Open Beer Bar
and free playing beer all day.
1pm
at:
Village Pourhouse
74 Third Ave. (11th St.)
New York, NY
Flipcupguys.com
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The annual Bryant Park Film Festival kicks off on Monday, June 16
Bryant Park Summer Film Festival
Mondays in June, July & August
Free outdoor movies
Mondays at Sundown
June 16: Dr. No
June 23: Bride of Frankenstein
June 30: Hud
July 7: The Man Who Came to Dinner
July 14: Fail Safe
July 21: Arsenic and Old Lace
July 28: The Apartment
August 4: Lifeboat
August 11: The Candidate
August 18: Superman
at:
Bryant Park
42nd St. & Sixth Ave.
New York, NY
bryantpark.org/calendar/film-festival.php
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Our friends at The Town Tavern are hosting a wild Luau...
Thursday, June 19
Luau Party
Hosted by Heather from Rock of Love
[ Input mandatory "get leied" pun here ]
$2 Bud Light Lime Bottles all night
at:
The Town Tavern
134 W. 3rd St. (Sixth Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 253-6955
TownTavernNYC.com
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Wednesday, June 25
Friends for the Cure
Summer Solstice Event
all proceeds go towards Lymphoma Research Foundation
Drinks, food, music, a raffle with tons of fabulous prizes
$100 for advance tickets, $120 at the door
Tickets available on-line at: kintera.org
at:
Charles Nolan's Studio Loft
637 W. 27th St.
New York, NY
(212) 897-0730
Lymphoma.org/
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Our friends at TG Whitney's & Windfall are holding their annual cruise, always a good time...
Thursday, June 26
TG Whitney & Windfall's
20th Annual Booze Cruise
$45 per Ticket
Unlimited Beer & Special Party Punch
Live DJ
Party on 2 Decks
Over 500 Tickets sold every year
Purchase tickets on-line: www.Murphguide.com/whitneycruise.htm
Big After Party at TG Whitney's
with Drink Specials & T-Shirt Giveaways
boarding 6:30pm, sailing 7pm
aboard The Circle Line
Pier 83
at W. 42nd St.
New York, NY
For More Info Please Contact
Frank at TG Whitney's 212.888.5772 or Tom at Windfall 212.869.4606
Tickets also on-sale at:
T.G. Whitney's
244 E. 53rd St. (between Second & Third Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 888-5772
TGWhitneys.com
and...
Windfall
Lounge & Grill
23 W. 39th St. (between Fifth & Sixth Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 869-4606
MurphGuide.com/bars/windfall.htm
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Save the Dates:
Save the dates for the following upcoming events. More details to follow in future newsletters
Fri. June 27: MurphGuide Night in Coney Island
Thu. Aug. 21: Annual MurphGuide Summer Cruise
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Outdoor Drinking: checkout MurphGuide Directory of outdoor drinking spots
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Nationalpuertoricandayparade.org
New York Internet Week: June 3 - 10
Internetweekny.com
Kruise for Kids: June 11. Tickets are already on-sale for the annual Benefit for Project Children
AOHCharity.org
Hoboken Bar Network: Hoboken`s premier on-line bar guide
Hoboken-bar.net
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Today in NYC: Thursday, June 5
• Date & Dash at Alibi
• MMA Singles Intro to Photography at Stone Creek
• World's Longest Standup Comedy Show at Comic Strip
• First Thursday (Susan) at The Gibson Room
• Bill Popp & The Tapes CD Release Party at Kenny's
• Paranoid Larry at Rehab
• Lo-Fi Entertainment presents at The Underscore
• The Screaming Orphans at Bryant Park
• First Thursday (Walter) at Bryant Park Cafe
Monday, June 02, 2008
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Friday, May 16, 2008
Louis Latour Wine Dinner at Tavern on the Green - Tuesday, May 20
Tavern on the Green is hosting a special wine dinner next Tuesday, May 20, featuring the regions of Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais. Maison Louis Latour, one of the world's most prestigious and prodigious family-owned producers of fine wines, will be poured alongside a French inspired five course menu.
Brian Young, Tavern On The Green's Executive Chef, designed the menu to showcase five wines representing the breadth and depth of Maison Louis Latour's wine making expertise, celebrated for its balance between tradition and innovation. Two additional wines reflecting the Best of Burgundy will be poured, one during the pre-dinner reception and another during the informal discussion with Timothy Cousins and Andy Fruzelli of Louis Latour following the meal.
See the menu here.
Tuesday May 20
Louis Latour and Monsieur Touton Wine Dinner
Hosted by Monsieur Timothy Cousins of Louis Latour Wines.
Chablis, Burgundy and Beaujolais.
Wine and Dine in Central Park with Tavern On The Green.
Tickets cost $109 including tax and gratuity.
To book your seat and receive a $100 wine gift certificate,
call 212.873.3200 and press #1.
7pm
at:
Tavern on the Green
Central Park & W. 67th St.
New York, NY
(212) 873-3200
TavernontheGreen.com
Today in NYC
• Wig Out for College Graduation at Saloon
• Andy/Mingus/Lyndon Triple Birthday Bash at Taj
• Donate for David Benefit at Whistlin' Dixies
• Greg Parr at Blackstones
• Jenny Rubin: I'm Basically 40 at Roy Arias Theater
• Prog / Metal Night at The Underscore
• Spring Tri-Annual Cask Festival at The Brazen Head
• Neill Johnson at Smith's Bar
• Grupo Latin Vibe at Parkside Lounge
• Allen Gogarty at An Beal Bocht
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
MurphGuide Weekly Newsletter: May 14, 2008
This Week
1. Dorothy Parker Society Cocktail Party at Hurley's: Wed. May 14
2. 1st Anniversary Party at Arctica Bar & Grill: Thu. May 15
3. Beer Pong Challenge at The Town Tavern: Thu. May 15
4. Donate for David Benefit at Whistlin' Dixie's: Fri. May 16
5. I'm Basically 40 at Roy Arias Theatre: Fri. May 16
6. Spring Tri- Annual Cask Festival at The Brazen Head: May 16-18
7. Wig Out for Graduation at Saloon: Fri. May 16
8. World Pong Tour at The Big Easy: Sat. May 17
9. Vintage Baseball Tournament in Central Park & After Party at Dive Bar: Sat & Sun. May 17 & 18
10. Small World International Pub Tour of Hoboken: Sat. May 17
11. Street Fairs:
a. Amsterdam Street Fair Party at Jake's Dilemma: Sun. May 18
b. Brooklyn 5th Ave. Street Fair Party at The Lighthouse Tavern: Sun. May 18
12. Live Music Spotlight
[more...]
Other News:
1. Gotham Girls Roller Derby
[more...]
Upcoming
1. SSMAC Fundraiser at Hurley's: Wed. May 21
2. Emma's Gift Benefit at Irish American Center: Sun. June 1
3. Kruise for Kids Benefit for Project Children: Wed. June 11
4. Friends for the Cure Summer Solstice Event: Wed. June 25
5. Save the Dates
[more...]
Today in NYC - May 14, 2008
• Hurry Date at Katra
• Exhibition: New Photos of Old Places at South 4th
• Dorothy Parker Society Book Party at Hurley's
• 8-Minute Dating at 420 Lounge
• MMA Singles Intro to Poker at Stone Creek
• CHLDC 25th Birthday Bash at Parkside Lounge
• Erik Jackson & Friends at Smith's Bar
• Mary Courtney's Ballad Night at An Beal Bocht
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
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