NIGHTLIFE


The Social Scholar is bringing you the best and latest in nightlife, here's what's on tap nationwide this week:

4.07.10

Baltimore

 

Bone Thugs-N-Harmony

Apparently they’re still around and are just as good as they were your sophomore in high school.

Thursday April 8th at 7 pm

Rams Head Live map

Tickets are $25

 

Chicago

 

Snuggie Pub Crawl

Saturday April 10th from noon until 8pm

Details: http://www.snuggiepubcrawl.com/

Admission is $22

 

Sports Corner Re-opening

This Wrigleyville classic re-opens just in time for the Cubs’ opener at Wrigley after a massive off-season face-lift.

Sports Corner, Wrigleyville map

Details: http://www.cubbybear.com/sportscorner/

 

New York City

 

Craft Beer Festival

Get your fill of over 50 beers at this craft beer fest and speak with dozens of reps that know the ins and outs of industry.

Thursday April 8th at 6 pm

Hudson Terrace map

Cost is $40

 

Air Guitar Championships

Compete for the regional title in the Air Guitar Championships this Friday night in Williamsburg for the chance to duke it out with the nation’s best.

Friday April 9th at 6 pm

Brooklyn Bowl map

 

Philadelphia

 

The Wailers

The Wailers are still making the rounds after all these years and are bringing One Love to the Philly area this week.

Thursday April 8th at 7:30 pm

Keswick Theatre map

Tickets start at $25

 

Washington DC

 

Steel Panther

The kings of hair metal parody give the sexinest, drugsinest, rock and rollinest performance since the 80’s ended.

Wednesday April 7th at 7 pm

9:30 Club map

 

Free Open Bar and Skeeball

The title has everything you need to know in this one.

Thursday April 8th at 6 pm

Old Dominion Brewhouse map

Free Open bar from 6 to 7 pm

 

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2.10.10

Washington DC

 

Stone Brewing Company Cask Night

Hear what makes the brewers at Stone Brewing tick and sample some of their finest ales including that arrogant bastard, Arrogant Bastard Ale.

Wednesday February 10th at 6 pm

ChurchKey map

 

DJ Pauly D

Catch Pauly D and his Prince Albert on the 1’s and 2’s at the Shadow Room this Friday night.

Friday February 12th

Shadow Room map

Tickets are $15

 

Los Angeles

 

Beers That Got You Hooked

Like that first Duff that Homer gave Barney on SAT day, there are some beers you never forget. Head over to Blue Palms with a 22 oz. bottle of the craft ale that first got you hooked and enjoy a sampling of first timers from others.

Wednesday February 10th at 6 pm

Blue Palms BrewHouse map

Cost is free so long as you bring a bottle of your own to share

 

Philadelphia

 

President’s Day White (S)ale

The Grey Lodge Pub decided that if department stores can have a white sale, then there’s no reason a bar couldn’t join in the celebrating. Head to the Lodge for loads of Belgian whites, giveaways and a rock, paper, scissors contest.

Saturday February 13th at 7 pm

Grey Lodge Pub map

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2.03.10

Washington DC

Yes

Kick Valentine’s Day off on the right foot by crying yourself to sleep after witnessing the group that made it ok to own a lonely heart.

Saturday February 6th at 8 pm

Warner Theatre map

Tickets start at $39.50

 

NC Triangle

 

30th Annual NC Jazz Fest

Come hear some of the world’s best jazz musicians all under one roof with three full nights of performances; unfortunately no word on Kenny G as of yet.

Thursday February 4th through Sunday February 6th at 7:30 pm

Wilmington Hilton Riverside map

Tickets are $30

 

Sexual Chocolate Release

Foothills Brewing Company will be releasing their award winning beer on both draft and in limited edition 22 oz bottles. While there will be live music from Big Daddy Love, rumor has it Mr. Randy Watson will be unable to attend with his band.

Friday February 5th at 10:30 pm

Foothills Brewing Company map

Details: www.foothillsbrewing.com

Baltimore

Fed Hill for Haiti

The Row House bar is hosting Fed Hill for Haiti, a benefit put on by local businesses to raise money for earthquake relief efforts. The event features a silent auction, 50/50 raffle, drink specials and more.

Wednesday February 3rd at 7 pm

The Row House Bar map

Cost is free

 

Virginia Coalition

The quasi jam band keeps the tunes coming as they roll into town this weekend.

Saturday February 6th at 8 pm

The 8x10 map

Tickets are $12

Details: www.the8x10.com

Columbus

Blue Collar Comedy

Join Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall and Larry the Cable Guy and learn all of the reasons why yes, you probably are a redneck.

Friday February 5th at 8 pm

Nationwide Arena map

 

Jamey Johnson

The In Color  singer rolls into town to perform some of his finest gritty country tracks at Screamin’ Willies this weekend.

Friday February 5th at 8 pm

Screamin’ Willies map

 

Denver

 

Chris Cagle

See what kind of gone the country star was talking about this Friday night at the Grizzly Rose.

Friday February 5th at 6 pm

Grizzly Rose Saloon map

Tickets are $27

 

Mustache Festival

All mustaches are welcome at this festival, and ladies can even stick on fake mustaches of their own, where all hairy participants get a free shot of whiskey and the chance to win awesome prizes like a poster of Tom Selleck- seriously. 10% of all proceeds will also go to the Make-a-Wish foundation.

Saturday February 6th at 5 pm

Vesta Dipping Grill map

 

Bela Fleck

Bela Fleck’s recent documentary of a tour through Africa, Throw Down Your Heart, was just the start.  Fleck has brought some of the artists he collaborated with on his trip to the States and they’ll be taking the stage with him on Monday night.

Monday February 8th at 7:30 pm

Boulder Theatre map

Tickets are $35

New York City

Flying Dog Flip Cup

You may have left your flip cup playing days behind you, but it’s a completely different story when your replace the Natty light with microbrews. Join Manchester Pub this week as they fill your cups with Flying Dog Brews.

Thursday February 4th at 7 pm

Manchester Pub map

 

Mara’s Homemade

Feel like watching the game from New Orleans but don’t have the time/money/drive to actually get there? Watch the game from the East Village’s own Bourbon Street import, Mara’s, for muffuletta sandwiches, crawfish and shrimp boils, oysters, Cajun chicken wings, and, best of all, a special Saints Bomb with Turbodog beer and a shot of SoCo.

Sunday February 7th

Mara’s Homemade map

 

Austin

 

Keller Williams

This one-man band records a number of different beats on stage and loops them together for a unique sound.

Saturday February 6th at 9pm

Antone’s, Austin map

Tickets are $25

 

Bob Marley Birthday Concert

Celebrate the birth of the man who has provided the soundtrack to some of your favorite nights.

Saturday February 6th at 9pm

Flamingo Cantina, Austin map

Details: http://www.flamingocantina.com/calendar/event.php?ID=1983&Date=2010-02-06

 

Boston

 

Patton Oswalt

Who would’ve figured that the voice of Ratatouille is also a damn funny comedian?

Friday February 5th at 7:30pm

Wilbur Theatre, Boston map

Tickets are $24-20

 

Flamenco Festival presents Noche Flamenca & Soledad Barrio

Spice up your Friday night with a little Spanish song and dance.

Friday February 5th at 8pm

Boston Opera House map

Tickets are $40-65

 

Magner’s Comedy Festival

If you like to laugh away your problems, Magner’s is a sure-fire hit.

Friday February 5th at 8:30pm

Charles Playhouse, Boston map

Tickets are $20

 

Chicago

 

Rebelution

Cali-Reggae makes its way east with its laid-back vibe and smooth sound.

Thursday February 4th at 7pm

House of Blues, Chicago map 

Tickets are $15

 

No Boys Allowed Anti-Super Bowl Bash

Don’t feel like watching a bunch of overgrown men crash into each other? You’re probably crazy, but this ladies-only alternative features cute cocktails and Sex and the City on an endless loop.

Sunday February 7th from 4:30pm until 2am

Simone’s Bar, Chicago map

Admission is free

 

Minneapolis

 

The Music of Led Zepplin and Queen

Hear some of the best rock ‘n’ roll music ever played by a full orchestra that will put your iPod to shame.

Thursday February 4th at 7:30pm

Target Center, Minneapolis map

Tickets are $25

 

Soul Collective

Hear alt-rock at its finest this Thursday at Famous Dave’s.

Thursday February 4th at 8pm

Famous Dave’s BBQ & Blues Club, Minneapolis map

Admission is free

 

Casino Night

Booze, gambling and charity all under one roof; what more do you need to know?

Friday February 5th at 5:30pm

Medina Ballroom, Hamel map

Tickets are $75

 

Nashville

 

Kevin Costner and the Modern West

Yes, he’s fallen this far. The premier 80s leading man headlines this free concert on Friday night.

Friday February 5th at 9pm

Douglas Corner Cafe, Nashville map

Admission is free

 

First Saturday Gallery Crawl

Get your monthly dose of culture while walking around the art galleries and sipping on some adult beverages.

Saturday February 6th from 6pm until 10pm

The Arcade, Nashville map

Admission is free

 

BB King and Buddy Guy

Nashville is spoiled by incredible live music, but these two legends taking the stage is nearly impossible to top.

Tuesday February 9th at 7:30pm

Ryman Auditorium, Nashville map

Tickets are $85

 

Phoenix

 

Badfish

Relive the all-too-short era of Sublime with this spot-on cover band.

Thursday February 4th at 7pm

Marquee Theatre, Tempe map

Tickets are $17-20

 

Sinbad

Everybody’s favorite 90s comedian who faded away for a decade is back with vengeance as he plays five shows over three nights at the Improv.

Thursday February 4th through Saturday February 6th at 8pm & 10pm

Tempe Improv, map

Tickets are $25

 

George Strait & Reba McEntire

Two of Nashville’s pre-eminent musicians share the stage in a must-see event for any country fan.

Friday February 5th at 7pm

USAirways Center, Phoenix map

Tickets are $79-89

 

San Francisco

 

Jeffrey Ross

This roast-master doesn’t pull any punches in his hilarious act.

Friday February 5th and Saturday February 6th at 8pm

Cobb’s Comedy Club, San Francisco map

Tickets are $22.50

 

13th Annual One Night Stand

Six great bands share the stage at Slim’s this Saturday. Try saying that three times as fast as you can.

Saturday February 6th at 8pm

Slim’s, San Francisco map

Tickets are $13

 

 

 

 

 

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1.27.10

New York City

 

Cold War Kids 

The indie rock group from Long Beach, California rolls into town this weekend to prime their newest release.

Friday January 29th

Terminal 5 map

Details: www.terminal5nyc.com

 

Beer and Bourbon Festival

If the chance for a mechanical bull ride isn’t enough, perhaps the 100+ beer and bourbons on hand along with some of the south’s top pitmasters firing up BBQ will be enough to get you in the doors.

Saturday January 30th at 5 pm

la.venue map

Cost is $75

Details: www.beerandbourbon.com

 

Denver

 

Snoop Dogg

Snoop has taken off from his busy youth football coaching responsibilities to go back on tour; you know, just like your pee wee football coach did.

Saturday Janauary 30th at 9 pm

Ogden Theatre map

Details: www.snoopdogg.com

 

Open Wings Broken Strings

Featuring members of Live, Everclear and Sixpence None the Richer, this group is ready to make sure you never forget the 90’s.

Sunday January 31st

Ogden Theatre map

Details: www.openwingsbrokenstrings.com

 

Columbus

 

Owl City

Despite the claims that he’s just ripping off Postal Service tunes (admittedly, he does sound an awful lot like them) Owl City (aka Adam Young) has been tearing up the charts lately.

Thursday January 28th  

Newport Music Hall map

Details: www.owlcitymusic.com

 

Baltimore

 

Theory of a Deadman

The alternative band is still getting after it, doing their best to prove that despite what you may have heard, Lollapalooza is still relevant.

Saturday January 30th

Bourbon Street Ballroom map 

Tickets are $18

Details: www.theoryofadeadman.com  

 

NC Triangle

 

Hopsecutioner Release

Terrapin Beer Company are releasing their newest creation, an IPA called the Hopsecutioner, and they’re bringing a cask to make sure everyone gets more than their fair share.

Thursday January 28th at 6 pm

Busy Bee Café map

Details: www.terrapinbeer.com  

 

Philadelphia

 

Boulder, Paper, Scissors Tournament

Boulder Brewing Company is releasing their newest creation, Mojo Risin’, and in honor of the tapping, there will be a Rock, Paper, Scissors tournament to win gear and free beer.

Friday January 29th at 8 pm

Mad Mex map

Details: www.madmex.com

 

Winter Blackout

While you may have one of these every time you drink in the cold, this blackout is going to be a lot different. Ladera Skateboards presents the Expendables, Passafire, Iration, Pour Habit and Roots Down Below, allowing you at least a chance to remember part of this blackout.

Friday January 29th at 8 pm

Fillmore at the TLA map

Tickets are $15 in advance

Details: www.worldcafelive.com

 

Los Angeles

 

Boondock Saints Party

In honor of the cult film’s 10th anniversary, Busby’s is hosting a party complete with food, music, drinks and even the cast members.

Wednesday January 27th at 7 pm

Busby’s East map

Details: www.busbysonline.com

 

 

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