Bay Area:
New Year’s Eve at the Kemah Boardwalk
Family, fun and fireworks are all on the water in Kemah. Starts at 10 p.m. Kipp Avenue in Kemah. Call 281-334-9880 or visit www.kemaboardwalk.com.
Kelly McGuire’s 9th annual New Year’s Eve Bash
The Kelly McGuire band will perform 7:30 p.m. to midnight atHilton Houston NASA Clear Lake, 3000 NASA Parkway, 77058. Tickets cost $279 per couple and include an open bar during the entire event,champagne and chocolate covered strawberries, a midnight buffet and late checkouts. Call 281-333-9300.
New Year’s Eve at Gulf Greyhound Park
Check out the 13 live greyhound races, a buffet and of course champagne.Starts at 6 p.m., 1000 FM 2004, La Marque .
Big Texas Clear Lake
Starting at 7 p.m., this party includes a midnight countdown complete with a balloon drop and champagne toast along with some party favors. 803 E. NASA Road 1, Webster. Call 281-461-4400 or visit www.bigtexassaloon.com.
Bay Area Harbour Playhouse's New Years's Gala
Song, dance, buffet and champagne are all going down at 9 p.m. at the Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Texas 3, Dickinson. Cost is $35 per person. Call 281-337-7469.
The Woodlands/ Spring area :
Bar Louie on The Waterway
For $65 at Bar Louie in Town Center you get cocktails, party favors, breakfast/snack buffet and entertainment will be offered. Call 281 719-1900.
New Year's Eve Spectacular
The Texas Repertory Theatre will host a celebration starting at 4 p.m. at 14243 Stuebner Airline Road. Comedian/breast cancer advocate Michelle Thomas, magician Jim McKenzie and Elvis tribute artist Vince King will provide the entertainment. Tickets are $50. Call 281-583-7573 or www.texreptheatre.org.
Houston Symphony
The Houston Symphony and conductor Brett Mitchell will perform at 8 p.m. at Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive, Spring. Tickets are $35-$65 at www.cypresscreekface.org.
Sugar Land :
New Year's Even Gala at CityCentre
The Next Level Band will be on hand from 7:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at CityCentre at La Quinta Drive, Missouri City. Tickets are $85 and include access to all-night cash bars, food and live music. www.golfquailvalley.com
2013 Rockin' New Year's Eve Bash
Dinner, dancing and a performance by cover act the Doppleganger Band will be going on at 7 p.m. at Stafford Centre Performing Arts Theatre and Convention Center, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford.Tickets are $65 at www.staffordcentre.com
Sugar Land's New Year’s Eve on the Square
Children’s celebrations will begin at 7 p.m. at 2700 Town Square Place with street performers, chalk art ,music and fireworks. At 9:30 p.m. the party resumes with the New Year’s Eve celebration for the adults until 1 a.m. A giant ice cube will also be on hand.
Other areas :
Kings Harbor in Kingwood
Classic rock band Acoustic Villains will perform starting at 5 p.m. in the plaza of Kings Harbor Waterfront village, 1660 W. Lake Houston Parkway, Kingwood. Call 713-629-5200.
ComedySportz in Memorial
ComedySportz will host two shows at 8:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. at ComedySportz 901 Town & Country Blvd. Admission is $16 for adults and $14 for students and senior citizens. www.comedysportzhouston.com
Kids can have fun in Katy
Adventure Kids Playcare, a drop-in childcare center in Cinco Ranch’s Villagio Town Center, is having a Kids New Year’s Eve Party from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Reservations and more info www.adventurekidsplaycare.com.
Midnight in the Gardens in Galveston
Midnight in the Gardens - A Fabulous Affair will be at the Moody Gardens Convention Center and will be transformed into a lavish party ballroom. Th event starts at 7:30 p.m. at 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston. Party band Commercial Art will be performing and there will be food and drink stations. Tickets run $425 for couples and $225 for singles. For reservations, call 888-388-8484.
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Friday, December 28, 2012
New Year's Eve 2012
To help you find the right place to be at midnight, here's a look at New Year's Eve concerts and more:
13 Celsius: Downtown bar celebrates its sixth anniversary with a 1920s-inspired "Midnight in Paris" celebration. When: 9 p.m. Where: 3000 Caroline; Tickets: $20-$25; 713-529-8466 or www.13celsius.com.
Anderson Fair: Beloved singer-songwriter Shake Russell has written songs for Waylon Jennings and Clint Black. He'll front his trio, along with special guests Ken Gaines and Wayne Wilkerson. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 2007 Grant; Tickets: $35; 832-767-2785 or www.andersonfair.com.
Arena Theater: New Jack R&B ensemble Tony! Toni! Tone! carries on without Raphael Saadiq. They're joined by Jon B (not the sloop). When: 8 p.m.; Where: 7326 Southwest Freeway; Tickets: $39.50; 713-772-5900 or www.arenahouston.com.
Big Easy: Powerful bluesy rock provided by the Mighty Orq. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 5731 Kirby; Tickets: $10; 713-523-9999.
Boondocks: House music on the tables from James Reed, Josh Dupont, Miscka, Spettro and Skeezer. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 1417 Westheimer; Tickets: $5; 713-522-8500.
Club Pride: Masquerade ball, featuring a balloon drop and champagne. When: 8 p.m. Where: 229 E. NASA Parkway, Webster; Tickets: $5; 281-557-4800 or www.clubpridehouston.com.
Continental Club: Mike Stinson will serve up hard-edged honky-tonk, and the Allen Oldies band will keep the sounds of the '50s and early '60s alive. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 3700 Main; Tickets: Free; 713-529-9899.
Discovery Green: See KC and Sunshine Band and fireworks. Interview with KC and Sunshine Band.
Dosey Doe: Austin band the Derailers brings old-school honky-tonk with some rockabilly edge. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 25911 Interstate 45 N., The Woodlands; Tickets: $78-$118; 281-367-3774 or www.doseydoe.com.
Eagle Houston: Popular gay bar rings in 2013 at its newish location. No cover in leather or without a shirt. Legendary DJ JD Arnold on the tables, and the doors don't close until the last person leaves. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 213 Milam; call for price; 713-236-8777 or www.eaglehouston.com.
F Bar: Award-winning drag show and other fabulous party favors. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 202 Tuam; Tickets: Free; 713-661-7600 or www.fbarhouston.com.
Fitzgerald's: A monster bill of homegrown talent including listenlisten's B.E. Godfrey, Buxton, Robert Ellis, B L A C K I E, Deep Cuts, Infinite Apaches and Bombon. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 2706 White Oak; Tickets: $5 older than 21, $10 younger than 21; 713-862-3838.
Guava Lamp: Live music, DJ and more. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 570 Waugh; Tickets: $15; 713-524-3359 or www.guavalamphouston.com.
House of Blues: Austin's Reckless Kelly makes red-line roots rock. When: 9:30 p.m.; Where: House of Blues, 1204 Caroline; Tickets: $25-$55; 832-667-7733 or www.hob.com.
JR's Bar & Grill: Countdown of the top 10 videos of the year. Plus a champagne fountain. When: 9 p.m. Where: 808 Pacific; Tickets: Free; 713-521-2519 or www.jrsbarandgrill.com.
Lumiere Nouveau: A New Year's Masquerade: Pride Houston's first New Year's Eve celebration, featuring DJ Joe Ross and singer Nina Lombardo. Wear a mask and dress fabulous. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 5226 Elm; Tickets: $75; $100 at the door; www.pridehouston.org.
McGonigel's Mucky Duck: Singer-songwriter-sideman Jack Saunders plays tunes from the new "A Real Good Place to Start" as well as old favorites. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 2425 Norfolk; Tickets: $90-$100 (includes dinner); 713-528-5999 or www.mcgonigels.com.
MKT Bar: DJ Melodic spins as you enjoy "gourmet international hors d'oeuvres, delectable desserts" and a champagne toast at midnight. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 1001 Austin; Tickets: $25; 832-360-2222 or www.mktbar.com.
Monnalisa: Local veteran Norma Zenteno combines rock, jazz and Latin rhythms. When: 8 p.m.; Where: Hotel Sorella, 800 W. Sam Houston Parkway N., Building 9; Call for prices; 713-973-1600.
Montrose Mining Company: Blackout party, male go-go dancers and a free LED light once the lights go out. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 805 Pacific; Tickets: Free; 713-529-7488 or www.theminehouston.com.
Numbers: The legendary club promises its yearly "huge" cash balloon drop at midnight and other goodies. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 300 Westheimer; call for price; 713-521-1121 or www.numbersnightclub.com.
Nutty Jerry's: Raul Malo has reunited with the smooth country band the Mavericks. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 18291 Englin, Winnie; Tickets: $30-$40; 877-643-7508 or www.nuttyjerrys.com.
Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe: Owner Wrecks Bell suggests this show will be the last of his Townes Van Zandt wakes. Richard Dobson will be among the players doing all Van Zandt songs. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 413 20th, Galveston; Call for price; 409-762-9199.
Party Monster NYE: DJs and big, fat bass. With Moonstruck Red, Bart Black, SentiFlect, K9 and more. When: 9 p.m.; Where: Fun Plex, 13700 Beechnut; Tickets: Free; 281-530-7777 or www.houstonfunplex.com.
Reliant Arena: Contempo R&B singer Trey Songz released "Chapter V" earlier this year. Opener Miguel is having a big, breakout year. When: 9 p.m.; Where: One Reliant Plaza; Tickets: $49.50; 800-745-3000.
South Beach: DJ/VJ Wess plays the year's biggest hits for the dance floor. Cash and lottery-ticket balloon drop at midnight. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 810 Pacific; Tickets: $15; 713-529-7623 or www.southbeachthenightclub.com.
Stereo Live: Its fifth annual NYE bash will feature Aly & Fila and DJ Shogun. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 6400 Richmond; Tickets: $20-$30; 832-251-9600.
Super Happy Fun Land: A truly alternative New Year's Eve with the Fuzzlers, the Annoysters, the Illegal Wiretap and Solar Temple. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 3801 Polk; call for price; 713-880-2100.
Warehouse Live: Live music by Adrenaline and Alter Ego, and DJs will provide the sound for the BLT (black tie, lingerie, toga ... in case you didn't know) event. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 813 St. Emanuel; Call for price; 713-225-5483.
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13 Celsius: Downtown bar celebrates its sixth anniversary with a 1920s-inspired "Midnight in Paris" celebration. When: 9 p.m. Where: 3000 Caroline; Tickets: $20-$25; 713-529-8466 or www.13celsius.com.
Anderson Fair: Beloved singer-songwriter Shake Russell has written songs for Waylon Jennings and Clint Black. He'll front his trio, along with special guests Ken Gaines and Wayne Wilkerson. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 2007 Grant; Tickets: $35; 832-767-2785 or www.andersonfair.com.
Arena Theater: New Jack R&B ensemble Tony! Toni! Tone! carries on without Raphael Saadiq. They're joined by Jon B (not the sloop). When: 8 p.m.; Where: 7326 Southwest Freeway; Tickets: $39.50; 713-772-5900 or www.arenahouston.com.
Big Easy: Powerful bluesy rock provided by the Mighty Orq. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 5731 Kirby; Tickets: $10; 713-523-9999.
Boondocks: House music on the tables from James Reed, Josh Dupont, Miscka, Spettro and Skeezer. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 1417 Westheimer; Tickets: $5; 713-522-8500.
Club Pride: Masquerade ball, featuring a balloon drop and champagne. When: 8 p.m. Where: 229 E. NASA Parkway, Webster; Tickets: $5; 281-557-4800 or www.clubpridehouston.com.
Continental Club: Mike Stinson will serve up hard-edged honky-tonk, and the Allen Oldies band will keep the sounds of the '50s and early '60s alive. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 3700 Main; Tickets: Free; 713-529-9899.
Discovery Green: See KC and Sunshine Band and fireworks. Interview with KC and Sunshine Band.
Dosey Doe: Austin band the Derailers brings old-school honky-tonk with some rockabilly edge. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 25911 Interstate 45 N., The Woodlands; Tickets: $78-$118; 281-367-3774 or www.doseydoe.com.
Eagle Houston: Popular gay bar rings in 2013 at its newish location. No cover in leather or without a shirt. Legendary DJ JD Arnold on the tables, and the doors don't close until the last person leaves. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 213 Milam; call for price; 713-236-8777 or www.eaglehouston.com.
F Bar: Award-winning drag show and other fabulous party favors. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 202 Tuam; Tickets: Free; 713-661-7600 or www.fbarhouston.com.
Fitzgerald's: A monster bill of homegrown talent including listenlisten's B.E. Godfrey, Buxton, Robert Ellis, B L A C K I E, Deep Cuts, Infinite Apaches and Bombon. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 2706 White Oak; Tickets: $5 older than 21, $10 younger than 21; 713-862-3838.
Guava Lamp: Live music, DJ and more. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 570 Waugh; Tickets: $15; 713-524-3359 or www.guavalamphouston.com.
House of Blues: Austin's Reckless Kelly makes red-line roots rock. When: 9:30 p.m.; Where: House of Blues, 1204 Caroline; Tickets: $25-$55; 832-667-7733 or www.hob.com.
JR's Bar & Grill: Countdown of the top 10 videos of the year. Plus a champagne fountain. When: 9 p.m. Where: 808 Pacific; Tickets: Free; 713-521-2519 or www.jrsbarandgrill.com.
Lumiere Nouveau: A New Year's Masquerade: Pride Houston's first New Year's Eve celebration, featuring DJ Joe Ross and singer Nina Lombardo. Wear a mask and dress fabulous. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 5226 Elm; Tickets: $75; $100 at the door; www.pridehouston.org.
McGonigel's Mucky Duck: Singer-songwriter-sideman Jack Saunders plays tunes from the new "A Real Good Place to Start" as well as old favorites. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 2425 Norfolk; Tickets: $90-$100 (includes dinner); 713-528-5999 or www.mcgonigels.com.
MKT Bar: DJ Melodic spins as you enjoy "gourmet international hors d'oeuvres, delectable desserts" and a champagne toast at midnight. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 1001 Austin; Tickets: $25; 832-360-2222 or www.mktbar.com.
Monnalisa: Local veteran Norma Zenteno combines rock, jazz and Latin rhythms. When: 8 p.m.; Where: Hotel Sorella, 800 W. Sam Houston Parkway N., Building 9; Call for prices; 713-973-1600.
Montrose Mining Company: Blackout party, male go-go dancers and a free LED light once the lights go out. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 805 Pacific; Tickets: Free; 713-529-7488 or www.theminehouston.com.
Numbers: The legendary club promises its yearly "huge" cash balloon drop at midnight and other goodies. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 300 Westheimer; call for price; 713-521-1121 or www.numbersnightclub.com.
Nutty Jerry's: Raul Malo has reunited with the smooth country band the Mavericks. When: 7 p.m.; Where: 18291 Englin, Winnie; Tickets: $30-$40; 877-643-7508 or www.nuttyjerrys.com.
Old Quarter Acoustic Cafe: Owner Wrecks Bell suggests this show will be the last of his Townes Van Zandt wakes. Richard Dobson will be among the players doing all Van Zandt songs. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 413 20th, Galveston; Call for price; 409-762-9199.
Party Monster NYE: DJs and big, fat bass. With Moonstruck Red, Bart Black, SentiFlect, K9 and more. When: 9 p.m.; Where: Fun Plex, 13700 Beechnut; Tickets: Free; 281-530-7777 or www.houstonfunplex.com.
Reliant Arena: Contempo R&B singer Trey Songz released "Chapter V" earlier this year. Opener Miguel is having a big, breakout year. When: 9 p.m.; Where: One Reliant Plaza; Tickets: $49.50; 800-745-3000.
South Beach: DJ/VJ Wess plays the year's biggest hits for the dance floor. Cash and lottery-ticket balloon drop at midnight. When: 9 p.m.; Where: 810 Pacific; Tickets: $15; 713-529-7623 or www.southbeachthenightclub.com.
Stereo Live: Its fifth annual NYE bash will feature Aly & Fila and DJ Shogun. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 6400 Richmond; Tickets: $20-$30; 832-251-9600.
Super Happy Fun Land: A truly alternative New Year's Eve with the Fuzzlers, the Annoysters, the Illegal Wiretap and Solar Temple. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 3801 Polk; call for price; 713-880-2100.
Warehouse Live: Live music by Adrenaline and Alter Ego, and DJs will provide the sound for the BLT (black tie, lingerie, toga ... in case you didn't know) event. When: 8 p.m.; Where: 813 St. Emanuel; Call for price; 713-225-5483.
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Thursday, December 27, 2012
My Annual Christmas Party
I know my posting have been a bit erratic lately but that tends to happen with all of us for the holiday season. so I decided that I need to post the link to my annual Christmas party. I hope everyone enjoys it and I am going to be posting on a more regular basis now that things have started to settle down. so sit back, relax and enjoy the video
Annual Christmas Part
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Annual Christmas Part
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NOH8 campaign
Houston turns it out for NOH8 campaign
Houston will not tolerate H8. And here’s the photographic proof.
The NOH8 campaign visited the University of Houston in October, where hundreds of gay folks and straight allies turned out for a chance to be snapped by celebrity photographer Adam Bouska. The “photographic silent protest” was created in response to Proposition 8 in California, which amended the state Constitution to ban same-sex marriage. A federal appeals court struck down the ban earlier this year, deeming it unconstitutional.
More than 700 photos were snapped, making it one of the largest turnouts to date. And they were finally delivered, appropriately enough, Tuesday. Merry Christmas, Houston.
Photos feature subjects with duct tape over their mouths, symbolizing their voices being silenced by Prop 8 and similar legislation around the world, with “NOH8″ painted on one cheek in protest. Proceeds are used to promote and raise awareness for marriage equality and anti-discrimination through NOH8′s interactive media campaign.
Among the Houston folk who posed are Emmy winners, radio personalities, Glamberts and a certain baby star of a certain blog. Have a look at the gallery above.
Link to Original Article with Slide Show
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