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Meatpacking District, 10014

Cool in Your Code — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 20:52:58 +0000

CiNYC takes you inside the Meatpacking District, the 24-hour neighborhood with 20 square blocks of some of the most fashionable restaurants and bars in town. Bordered on the north by Chelsea Market and Gansevoort Street to the south, the former Gansevoort Meat Center now has designers, fashionistas, and stylists dining, dancing and shopping alongside actual meatpacking plants.

If you take dancing seriously, Cielo is the place for you to shake your groove thang. This award-winning club on Little West 12th Street is a state-of-the-art space built around a sunken dance floor, making the most of the very best in electronic music. For breathtaking views, delightful cocktails, and even a toasty dip, the heated rooftop pool at the Hotel Gansevoort is open every day of the year. A little bit of everything can be found at ONE, an enclave of several small lounges that flow seamlessly into one another. Dine on Tuna Tartare, Australian Rack of Lamb, or Ravioli of Wild Mushrooms and Lemon Grass Cream – then sip champagne and dance to the DJ’s fresh tunes. Come Behind the Ropes and pack it all in.

Which Dance Floor Do You Like to Hit?

The Slipper Room

Cool in Your Code — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 15:28:28 +0000

In a culture where half-naked women are splashed on the covers of magazines and teenage beach bums bare (almost) all on MTV, the suggestive moves and short reveals of burlesque can seem tame on the surface. But, there’s something about the themed, over-the-top and often fetish acts that are still risqué. “It’s not like, ‘wow, [breasts!],’” says burlesque performer Gal Friday when asked about the reaction she gets from audiences. “It’s, ‘wow, look what she did to reveal her [breasts].’” Like most burlesque performers, Gal Friday single-handedly develops choreography and sews costumes for her acts, which have featured her as a 1940’s vixen and Marie Antoinette. Both men and women have gathered to watch her bounce, shake and twist at Lucky Cheng’s and The Slipper Room. Her voluptuous build is a healthy and welcome change from the waify figures that normally grace the limelight. “[Burlesque] is an amazing community of women. There’s so much support, and everybody loves themselves so much that you can’t help but start to feel that,” she says. The love extends beyond the stage, too. “The women get along. There’s not really that threat of competition because each person is special and talented in their own way. If there’s any tension, it’s very mild.” Grab yourself a drink and discover this alternative form of entertainment in any of the zip codes below.

Reoccurring Events:

Third Sunday of the Month
The Court of Lazarus
A “salon noir,” a forum for dark ideas, performances and rituals combined with a classic Goth lounge night and dark cocktail party. Doors open for Citizens at 8pm and for guests at 8:30pm. Court begins at 9:30pm. Gothic formal dress is expected.

First Monday of the Month
Ritalin Reading Series
Bite-sized morsels of high-grade entertainment goodness for the short attention span set.
8pm. $5

Every Tuesday
Sweet
Au courant stand-up comedy, sketch comedy and music hosted by Seth Herzog (VH-1). Join Seth’s email list for weekly show theme/guest performers.
Doors at 8pm, show at 8:30pm, $5 cover.

Every Wednesday
Mel Frye’s Pre Existing Condition
More burlesque and rock-and-roll to chase away the mid-week blues. Doors 8pm, cover, $5.

Every Friday
The Hot Box Burlesque
Rare soul and freaky oldies by DJ Momotaro. Doors at 8, shows and go-go start promptly at 10:30 and last all night! $5 cover.

Every Saturday
Mr. Choade’s Upstairs/Downstairs
NYC’s Longest Running Burlesque Show. Doors at 8, shows and go-go start promptly at 10:30 and last all night!. $5 cover.

To view the complete schedule click the link below.

The Slipper Room
167 Orchard Street
Stanton/Rivington Streets

www.slipperroom.com

Have you ever been to a burlesque show?

Cielo

Cool in Your Code — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 19:49:42 +0000

One of the last clubs dedicated to dancing, the Meat Packing District’s Cielo packs a crowd every night of the week. The sunken dance floor in the middle leaves space for serious grooving while observers lounge on the outskirts. With a rotating roster of weekly parties and special guest DJs, Cielo offers a full spectrum of sounds so everyone is pleased. The strong door policy means there may be a wait but the swank décor and infectious beats make it worthwhile.

www.cieloclub.com

18 Little West 12th, 10014

Greenpoint Encoder

Cool in Your Code — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 19:10:28 +0000

Greenpoint is on point when it comes to quality nightlife. Cool in Your Code checks in at three of 11222’s hottest clubs.

First up is Club Europa bringing live music and international flair. Rock bands line the roster and DJs bring the beats so that even the Polish President can’t stay away!

www.europaclub.com

98 Meserole Ave.

Next up is Warsaw at the Polish National Home. Housed in the original 1918 building, Warsaw brings together bands from around the corner and around the world. Feeling hungry? Help yourself to fine polish cuisine at the only venue that brings you Pierogies and Punk!

www.warsawconcerts.com

261 Driggs Ave.

Last stop is Club Exit boasting three bars, lounges and VIP rooms. Dazzling decor and dizzying lights will keep you dancing to everything from rock to hip hop. Looking for a sure bet? Check out their weekly parties on Friday and Saturday nights for non-stop fun!

www.club-exit.com

149 Greenpoint Ave.