Here's a list of upcoming parties tied to the 2008 CIAA Tournament this month. (Times and cover charges are subject to change.) -- Sarah Aarthun
Friday, Feb. 22
• "Pre-CIAA Comedy Gzam Kickoff" at the Omegas of Charlotte's fraternity house. 9 p.m. 3301 Statesville Ave. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Willie Ramey, 704-614-3497.
www.piphiomegas.org.
Wednesday, Feb. 27
• Creative Loafing & The Sol Kitchen present Pop Life: The Tournament Edition. DJ DR, Kitch and Johnnie Davis on the wheels. Free food until 9 p.m., drink specials. 6 p.m.-2 a.m. Prevue. 2909 N. Davidson St. 21 and over and no admission.
www.thesolkitchen.com.
• The Ques "Live-Jazz Jam-up," featuring AFTER 9. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. The Omegas of Charlotte's fraternity house. 3301 Statesville Ave. $10 in advance, $20 at the door. Willie Ramey, 704-614-3497.
www.piphiomegas.org.
Thursday, Feb. 28
• Heaven@BLUE featuring a free Happy Hour, live music by Atlanta's Rainey Vexen singing the latest and greatest R&B, soul and jazz. 7 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Blue Restaurant. 214 N. Tryon St. #100. $15 and up. For info call Talk of the Town's Rhonda Mayo at 704-488-3998, or Tonya at 704-649-5304.
• CIAA Unleashed at Grand Central. VIP pre-party w/free beer and appetizers and the Ultimate CIAA Kick-Off Party. 8 p.m. Grand Central. 101 N. Tryon St. Advance tickets $15.
www.luxe-ent.com or
www.hardrock-ent.com. For more info/directions: 704-965-3173 or 704-605-4240.
• An exclusive CIAA weekend performance by the legendary George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic. Neighborhood Theatre. 511 E. 36th St. $35 general admission.
www.neighborhoodtheatre.com.
• "The Tip Off" with DJ BroRabb aka "Mr Lawd Have Mercy." 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Buckhead Saloon. 201 E. 5th St. $15 advance tickets while they last. 704-373-9380.
www.thesolkitchen.com.
• Charlotte Grad Chapters of Groove Phi Groove & Swing Phi Swing host "Hip-Hop Night" at Club Faces w/special guest attraction. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. 2815 Chrisman St. Cover $5-$20. 704-890-4244 or 704-371-8840.
Friday, Feb. 29
• C.I. Alumni Jump-Off Party with music by New York's DJ Huker and DJ Cali. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Tilt. 127 W. Trade St. Women, $15. Men, $20.
www.executiveent.com.
• Official Virginia State University Alumni "Meet & Greet." Hosted by Lorenzo "Ice Tea" Thomas with music by DJ Darryl "Krush." Get there early -- last year people were getting turned away by 3:30 p.m. 1-6 p.m. Club Eclipse. 3746 N. Davidson St.
www.legendsoftroy.com.
• The C.I. Double DAY Party -- the No. 1. day party eight years in a row. 12-6 p.m. Buckhead Saloon. 201 E. 5th St. Women free before 2 p.m. $10. For info call Talk of the Town's Rhonda at 704-488-3998, or Tonya at 704-649-5304.
• The Sol Kitchen presents Smirnoff Mix Series. Doors open at 9 p.m. Hom. 116 W. 5th St. 25 and over only. Advance tickets will be available at
www.myhom.com.
• "Friday Night Live" featuring Doug E. Fresh & Friends. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. Hilton Center City. 222 E. 3rd St. $30 in advance or $45 for VIP. Prices will be higher at the door.
www.ez-tixx.com.
• Celebrity DJ Battle. Contenders Eddie Owens of The Session battling for Old School Hip Hop vs. No Limit Larry repping for the New School Hip Hop. 8 p.m. Buckhead Saloon. 201 E. 5th St. $20. For info call Talk of the Town's Rhonda at 704-488-3998, or Tonya at 704-649-5304.
• Red-D or Not: The Red Rendezvous with music by DJ Flemingo. 10 p.m. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. 130 N. Tryon St. Advance tickets $25.
www.charlottevibe.com or
www.deltasofcharlotte.org.
• Tank's C.I. Kickoff Extravaganza. Strictly for the grown and sexy. Sheraton Airport Ballroom. 3315 Scott Futrell Drive.
• Charlotte Graduate Chapters of Groove Phi Groove & Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship present The Third Annual Black & White Tournament Affair 2008. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. The Cafe Room. 1230 Lucky Penny St. $35. 704-890-4244 or 704-371-8840.
• The Ques "Breakfast Jam-I." 2 a.m.-6 a.m. The Omegas of Charlotte's fraternity house. 3301 Statesville Ave. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Willie Ramey, 704-614-3497.
www.piphiomegas.org.
Saturday, March 1
• The Annual 30 Plus party hosted by DJ Rahm with DJ Kool performing such hits as "Let Me Clear My Throat." Three levels of entertainment. 30 and up preferred. Dress to impress. 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. 130 N. Tryon St. Advance tickets $20, available at all No Grease barber locations. 704-548-1494.
www.executiveent.com.
• Backyard Band performs live at the Neighborhood Theatre in NoDa. 11 p.m. 511 E. 36th St. $20 in advance at all No Grease barber locations. 704-548-1494.
www.neighborhoodtheatre.com.
• "Saturday Night Live - The Grand Finale" featuring Chuck Brown. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. Hilton Center City. 222 E. 3rd St. VIP $60 in advance. General Admission $30 in advance.
www.ez-tixx.com.
• Seven -- It's a jean thing you wouldn't understand. Forget the neckties and cocktail dresses -- wear your Sevens, True Religions, Rock & Republics, Juicy Coutures, Joes, Ed Hardys, Your Skinnies, or whatever fits your gift. Win cash for the hottest jeans! 9 p.m. Buckhead Saloon. 201 E. 5th St. $25. For info call Talk of the Town's Rhonda at 704-488-3998, or Tonya at 704-649-5304.
• CIAA After Party with performers The Manhattans. 10:30 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center. Tickets: CIAA Office at 757-865-0071.
• Party with the Hopewell-Prince George Crew for our annual CIAA Day Party. DJ Slice from V101.9 spinning and mixing the hits from yesterday and today. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. The Breakfast Club. 225 N. Caldwell St. $15 in advance, $25 at the door. Contact "Bunny" Bailey at 804-720-9116 or Tim Harry at 804-218-1859.
• BET's Big Tigger C.I. Celebrity Red Carpet Party. Sheraton Airport. 3315 Scott Futrell Drive.
• NuFaces presents the Sexy Mid-Day Soiree. Dress code is sexy, no athletic wear. Food, drinks, music. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. V on 4th. 305 W. 4th St. Advance tickets $20.
www.nufacesnc.com.
• CIAA Alumni Block Party by Rustic Martini. The event will be hosted by Carolina Panther player Keary Colbert. Featuring: POL-B's grand debut, numerous other entertainers including a step show, DJ Chase spinning all day, and fashion show with 5 prominent designers. 12-8 p.m. 616.N Tryon St. Advance tickets $30, $40 day of the event. 704-804-3532.
www.rusticmartini.net.
• The Ques "Breakfast Jam-II." 2 a.m.-6 a.m. The Omegas of Charlotte's fraternity house. 3301 Statesville Ave. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Willie Ramey, 704-614-3497.
www.piphiomegas.org.
• The Ques are throwing a "Block Party." 12-4 p.m. Kokomo's Coffee House. Corner of 4th & McDowell Streets. $15 in advance, $25 at the door. Willie Ramey, 704-614-3497.
www.piphiomegas.org.
• Charlotte Grad Chapters of Groove Phi Groove & Swing Phi Swing host a "Tailgate Cookout" at The Cafe Room. 12-5 p.m. 1230 Lucky Penny St. $15, $10 with student ID. 704-890-4244 or 704-371-8840.
Sunday, March 2
• The Ques "Breakfast Jam-Finale." 2 a.m.-6 a.m. The Omegas of Charlotte's fraternity house. 3301 Statesville Ave. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Willie Ramey, 704-614-3497.
www.piphiomegas.org.
