"Top Of The World Baby!" -the Block Association's 2nd Anniversary / July 4th Roof Top BBQ Jump-Off Extravaganza!!!

I'm not here to rub stuff in yo face, but if you DIDN'T make it upstairs to our very first roof top party for or 2nd Anniversary then let me tell you man, YOU BLEW IT!!! It was EVERYTHING folks expected to be but little did folks know it was the party that almost wasn't! True story, gather round kids and listen closely. Ok a while back before July even came round L.A. (Lyshaan Hall), Ngozi (Odita), DJ Trauma, and I were all scouting for spaces in Brooklyn to host our 2nd Annual July 4th anniversary party but was coming up short. To the rescue comes Patty Laurent that put me on to a rooftop space in the city (Rare View) that I attended a while ago and struck up a deal w/ management to book that Monday the 4th. But was told "Urban" (IE "black") parties were kinda frowned upon here, but he was willing to give us a try. However phone call after phone call, meeting after meeting, dude was giving me the "hide and seek, duck duck goose" routine and the clock was ticking! So by divine chance I happen to come across a vague e-mail from an associate suggesting I contact her for a possible lucrative venture. And low and behold a client of hers (she does hair btw) owned a FREAKIN' ROOF TOP! SWEET! You do see where this is going right? Ok so BONG! We meet and agree to collabo on the night to ensure all our people have the most memorable holiday possible and within a few days left till the 4th "Touch the Sky" was ON AND POPPIN'! However due to the fact that we were sharing the space AND the building was occupied with tenants now, the invite was to be PRIVATE! But thanks to the good ol' Internet, Facebook, word of mouth buzz, etc. It got NUTSZILLA! So if I didn't see you, I'm glad you came...BEST ONE YET!!!!

"Flashing Lights" -Paparazzi Pics (Pt.238)

With each passing year something old is replaced by something new. That's IF it's even replaced at all! So alas I'm saddened to say (CUE THE VIOLINS) that Room Service on Fridays will be NO MORE. However while going through my iPhotos cache I spotted some pics from our final days over there that I deemed worthy to post finally being that the holidays were done. S/O's to Stormy McNair, Melissa Alvarez, & Laura Abreu who celebrated there b'days with us and are pictured down below. Besides the picture came out GREAT (if I do say so myself) and I'm sure you'd wanna share 'em with friends & the fam. Enjoy my people!

"Get Into The Party Life" -Raise Yo Glass And Have A Toast...

Oh you thought that I was done with the year end calendar of events to come huh? Not by a long shot buddy! Here's some updates that just arrive on my desk (top) that I think you will be HIGHLY interested in. I know you can't attend ALL of them so selectively pick & choose what works best for you. Enjoy!

TONIGHT(!) for all you fan(atics of Mike out there) Epic Records will be host a HUGE listening party for the release of this after life album "Micheal" Of course MJ won't be in attendance (for OBVIOUS reasons) but I sure some look alike (the late 80's version of him) is bound to show up! Oh did I mention it's FREE?

Epic Records presents
"Michael"
Album release listening party
Roseland Ballroom - 239 W. 52nd St near B'way
8-11pm
Free admission w/ RSVP here
Music by DJ Cassidy

Wednesday (Dec. 15th) night socialites will be doing double duty to attend TWO hot events going down! The first being (Jay-Z's newly acquired) Artful Dodger clothing brand winter line launch. Happening up in Harlem at Vault 7-10pm. Special performance by Apollo Heights.
Then once that's a rap (pun intended), head on over to this year's Annual Holiday Roots Jam being held once again at BB Kings (237 W.42nd St.). This is ALWAYS a good turn out, packed w/ special guest performances all through the night. This is FREE w/ rsvp too!


Friday (Dec.17th) Room Service (35 E. 21st St) will be hosting the official b'day party for Bklyn's own legend DJ Gold finger! Hosted by the Beat
minerz Radio crew! More details to come but RSVP for this one EARLY! Send full names w/ subject: "Give me the (gold) finger!" to: theBlockRsvp@gmail.com

Sun. Dec. 19th
"the Game Done Changed!" -Patty Laurent's
20th Anniversary & Birthday Party
Crimson - 915 Broadway (corner of 21st St.)
10-4am
Black Carpet arrival: 10:30pm - 11:30pm
Music by: DJ Cassidy, DJ Goldfinger, DJ Mars (Atlanta)
DJ Reach, DJ Eque (Los Angeles, CA), DJ Mark Da Spot (Los Angeles, CA)
Just Dizle (Paris, France).
Dress Code: Black Tie Formal attire a MUST!
VIP’s to Attend: Steve Stoute, Kevin Liles, Jeff Robinson, Eddie George, Taj (SWV), Al Harrington (NBA), Elton Brand (NBA), John Starks (NBA), Laz Alonso (Actor-Avatar), Anthony Mackie (Actor-Hurt Locker), Ryan Leslie, Olivia, Darelle Revis (NFL), Meagan Good, Thomas Jones (NFL), Mona Scott-Young, Busta Rhymes, Daphnee Duplaix (Actress-One Life to Live), Ice-T and Coco, Day 26, Talib Kweli, EPMD, Adam Rodriguez (Actor-CSI; Miami)

FREE admission / RSVP ONLY! Full names to: theBlockrsvp@gmail.com

"Get Into The Party...Ummm Holiday Spirit! - We Jinglin' Baby!

Just like Santa's big ol' bag, I have ALOT in store to give away to those who's been NICE all year looking to get NAUGHTY this month! The Block Association is looking to finish the year STRONG with a nice collection of events to make this year one to remember (as if it hasn't been for us already lol)! You ready? Grab your planner and let's go over what's happening and when you need to be where.

Fri. Dec. 10th
"Champagne Life"
Room Service- 35 E. 21st btwn. Park & B'way
10-4am
Music by DJ Goldfinger & DJ Trauma
Special Guest DJ Cipha Sounds (don't get gassed!)
**UPDATE** Angela Yee (Power 105) B'day party
B'day celebration for Laura Abreu, Stormy McNair, & Veronica Williams
Special performance by Kid Daytona
Limited open Belvedere bar
Ladies FREE till 12am $10 after till 12:30 Guys $10 till 12am
Rsvp theBlockrsvp@gmail.com

Fri. Dec. 17th
"the Midas Touch"
Room Service- 35 E. 21st betwn. Park & B'way
10-4am
Music by DJ Goldfinger & DJ Trauma
Special Guest DJ(s) the Beatminerz
B'day celebration for DJ Goldfinger
Limited open Belvedere bar
Hennessy drink specials
Ladies FREE till 12am $10 after till 12:30 Guys $10 till 12am
Rsvp theBlockrsvp@gmail.com

Sun. Dec. 19th
"the Game Done Changed!" -Patty Laurent's 20th Anniversary
& 40th Birthday Party
Crimson - 915 Broadway (corner of 21st St.)
10-4am
Black Carpet arrival: 10:30pm - 11:30pm
Music by: DJ Cassidy, DJ Goldfinger, DJ Mars (Atlanta)
DJ Reach, DJ Eque (Los Angeles, CA), DJ Mark Da Spot (Los Angeles, CA)
Just Dizle (Paris, France).
Dress Code: Black Tie Formal attire a MUST!
VIP’s to Attend: Steve Stoute, Kevin Liles, Jeff Robinson, Eddie George, Taj (SWV), Al Harrington (NBA), Elton Brand (NBA), John Starks (NBA), Laz Alonso (Actor-Avatar), Anthony Mackie (Actor-Hurt Locker), Ryan Leslie, Olivia, Darelle Revis (NFL), Meagan Good, Thomas Jones (NFL), Mona Scott-Young, Busta Rhymes, Daphnee Duplaix (Actress-One Life to Live), Ice-T and Coco, Day 26, Talib Kweli, EPMD, Adam Rodriguez (Actor-CSI; Miami)
FREE admission / RSVP ONLY! Full names to: theBlockrsvp@gmail.com

Thurs. Dec.23rd -Christmas Eve eve
"the Minority Report's 1st Annual Office Party"
the Emerson - 561 Myrtle Avenue bwtn. Classon & Emerson Place (Clinton Hills, Bklyn)
9-2am
Music by the M Report & special guest DJs
Hosted by the Block Association, producer Rich Younglord, Christ Faust, Deb Rivas, Reese Splendid, Netic (Game Rebellion), Rasu & Daoud (Coup D'etat BK), Kwesi Abbennsett, Shimy Balboa (Hot Rod Records) & Brooklyn's best party goers
FREE admission ALL NIGHT
Pool table on premises
Drink specials

Fri. Dec 24th Christmas EVE @ Room Service SPECIAL HOST TBA

Last year we brought to Brooklyn (Dumbo) the first & most fashionable casino themed New Year's Eve party EVER! So due to the overwhelming popularity we've decided t...hat this HAS to become a yearly thing for all to enjoy this year! Think about a well dress black tie attire crowd, 3 flr. of great sounding music, and thrown in a festive "Brooklyn vibe" and you'll understand just what to expect from this year ending affair! Glitz! Glamour! And Good Folks! Don't gamble on another New Year's Eve anywhere else!


Fri. Dec. 31st '10
NEW YEAR'S EVE '10
the BLOCK ASSOCIATION presents

"Casino Royale 002" - Vegas Style New Year's Eve

The ALL NEW UltraViolet- 424 A 3rd Ave & 7th Street
(Park Slope. Brooklyn)

9pm-5am

Music by the Ahficionados, Soundproof Intl.,
(ft DJ Trauma & Silky Valente) & Special Guests DJ's

Dress Black Tie / Formal elegant attire
Ladies -No jeans, Gents-Jacket/Blazer, Ties preferred
Complimentary Champagne Toast @ 12 Midnight
Red Carpet entry
Blackjack Tables (free to play, win cool prizes)
Starting admission $30 on-line ticket purchases
(Limited $30 until Sold Out, then price goes up to $40 online until Sold Out, $50 online Day of event, more at the door)

Ticket link:casinoroyale002

*Tix are non-refundable & void if dress code
& ID requirements are not met at the door.
RSVP here OR theBlockrsvp@gmail.com for info, ticket link, and table reservations

"Thanksgiving Happy Meal" -Camille McDonald Joins The Party!

You guys DO remember this pleasantly looking young lady right? NO? Well to refresh your short term memory, pictured to your left is none other than the inspiring (and aspiring) model Camille McDonald who was made publicly famous on that iconic Tyra Banks show America's Next Top Model. Well long story short, THIS FRIDAY (Nov.26th) at Room Service she's decided to host her actual b'day there along with Deon Grant & friends (of the NY Giants) that night too! BLACK FRIDAY the Block Association will join the team of Patty Laurent, Dan Smalls, the Persaud Bros & Alanzo Dale. to finish off the week strong! Last time the Block invaded Room Service for their huge Virgo B'day bash folks were talking about it for WEEKS on end! So you can only imagine what will go down on a HOLIDAY WEEKEND...LORD! Here's the deets folks:

Friday Nov.26th (BLACK FRIDAY)
the Block Association invades
Room Service Fridays
Room Service -35 E.21st St. bewtn Park & B'way
10pm-4am
Hosted by NY GIANTS Deon Grant & Friends
Music by DJ Trauma & DJ Goldfinger
FREE for ladies on RSVP list ONLY till 12am $10 till 12:30
Guys $10 before 12am
***UPDATE JUST ANNOUNCED*** Open Belvedere Bar 10-11pm
RSVP names to theblockrsvp@gmail.com
subject: I NEED ROOM!

"The Full Menu!" Thanksgiving Jump-Offs Courtesy Of The Block Association

Thanksgiving is like right at the front door and you know once the hoildays come so does a myriad of festivities to help celebrate them. Well allow me to walk you through some of the finer ones that the good ol' Block Association members are involved in starting with...

Sat. Nov. 20th
A SPECIAL EDITION of
"Flashing Lights" -Private Penthouse Photo Session
& SheisNYC.com Anniversary Party

251 W. 30th bet 7th & 8th avenues
8pm-9pm Light Fare Reception
9pm-1am Dance party
Hosted by Elle Mortlock (SheIsNYC)
Music by The Ahficionados & Soundproof Int.
Photos by Kwesi Abbensetts (Portfolio)
Upscale Casual Attire required

$20 limited open bar
*purchase in advance & automatically be entered into the raffle twice! Exclusive prizes from Loreal Paris, , LRG, MAC cosmetics,Def Jam, Ginger & LIz +more

$40 limited open bar w/ portrait
ADVANCE RSVP click HERE


Thanksgiving Night come dance off those pounds you just put on and come out to SouthPaw in Brooklyn for some tasty tunes spun by Brooklyn’s own DJ Trauma. It might be cold out, but to add the cherry on top we’ll have Special Guest Talib Kweli turn up the heat in this intimate venue. We are not stopping there, because we know this is going to be another sold out event as an added BKc treat we are gifting “VIP-Head-of-the-Line Complimentary Passes” to the first 100 BKc customers. Stop by The Brooklyn Circus NYC to pick up your ticket and for additional details. Lets welcome this San Francisco Nightlife hit to Brooklyn!

Thursday Nov.25th
the Brooklyn Circus premieres
"Le Cirque" -Thanksgiving Night
SOUTHPAW -125 5th Avenue (Park Slope. Brooklyn)
10pm-3am
Music by DJ Trauma (the Block Association/Soundproof)
& Special Guest DJ Hip Hop artist Talib Kweli

Cousins STILL in town bugging you to take them out to "the club" while there in NY? Then Friday (Nov.26th) the Block Association will be taking over Room Service Fridays along w/ Patty Laurent, Dan Smalls, & the Persaud Bros. to finish off the week strong! Last time the Block invaded Room Service for their "Virgo's Night Out" B'day bash folks were talking about it for WEEKS on end! So you can only imagine what will go down on a HOLIDAY WEEKEND...LORD! Here's the deets

Friday Nov.26th
the Block Association invades
Room Service Fridays
Room Service -35 E.21st St. bewtn Park & B'way
10pm-4am
Hosted by NY GIANTS Deon Grant & Friends
Music by DJ Trauma & DJ Goldfinger
FREE for ladies on RSVP list ONLY till 12am
theblockrsvp@gmail.com
subject: I NEED ROOM!



I have more stuff in store for you but this SHOULD hold you for now!

"Flashing Lights" -Paparazzi Pics (Pt.234)

This will probably be the shortest "Flashing Lights" posting you will EVER see folks! Why? Well here's the deal. For one, I was pressed for time, A lil' tired, and Veranda is but so big! However the pictures I DID take, I thought were worth still posting. Oh, by the way, before I get ahead of myself. These pics were taken at the listening party for Ciara's latest release ("Basic Instinct") that's coming out (or is it out already?). That album is aptly named if you ask me, cause the stuff I heard was pretty "basic" Ciara if you ask me. Nothing too far off her heavily beaten path. Anyways, my "room-mate" aka Room Service partner, Patty Laurent did a fine job getting press coverage and Ciroc/Nuevo sponsorship on such a short notice for a label's throwback listen party event. Oh FYI, That's Elle Mortlock (of SheisNYC.com fame) picture w/ "Ce Ce" below. NOT her dancing stunt double that folks thought & were whispering her to be. LOL.

"Get into The Party Life!" Taking Shots Of Patron, Now I'm In The Zone...

Hey just to keep you up to speed withn everything that's going on I'm listing some stuff that may (or may not) interest you to add to your social calender. You ready? Okay first up we have

Friday, Nov. 12th
Toya Summer's (of Jive) B'day
@Room Service -35 W. 21st St.
10-4am
Music by DJ Goldfinger
& DJ Trauma
RSVP@ TheMreport@Gmail.com
FREE ladies till 12am

Saturday Nov. 13th
GRAND OPENING DAY!
the Emerson - 561 Myrtle Ave. near Classon Ave.
Bklyn's swanky NEW watering hole!
Clinton Hills, Brooklyn
FREE Admission
5:00 pm - 4:00 am

Saturday Nov. 20th
The Block Association Presents:
"FLASHING LIGHTS pt.2" -SPECIAL EDITION
Private Penthouse Photo Session &
SHE IS NYC.com Anniversary Party: Step Into The Blog

251 W. 30th bet 7th & 8th avenues
8pm-9pm Light Fare Reception
9pm-12am
FREE ADMISSION
Music by The Ahficionados & Soundproof Int.
Photos by Kwesi Abbensetts (see photos HERE)
Upscale Casual Attire required
RSVP A MUST HERE!

$20 limited open bar
*purchase in advance & automatically be entered into the raffle twice! Exclusive prizes from Loreal Paris, LRG, MAC cosmetics, Def Jam, Ginger & LIz +more
$40 limited open bar w/ portrait

"Flashing Lights" -Paparazzi Pics (Pt. 231)

Monday night, (I'm not sure if you got my text or not) I assisted in hosting duties for Patty Laurent's label launching event at 1Oak that went off without any glitches despite the behind the scenes DRAMA! Word had it that Diddy put the event on blast on Twitter so 1Oak was type nervous about the turnout expected...security wise of course. But I gotta say, it was NO incidents to speak of other than Coco's (yeah Ice-T was there too, hanging with of all people Treach?) ass trying to break free from her pants! The majority of the crowd was white (because that's just how 1Oak gets down) but trust, they do alot of couch sitting that night TOO! Don't get it twisted. Except their couch sitting is accompanied by fist-pumping as well. LOL. Anyways DJ Reach was the music selector for the event and he did well pleasing the mixed (age AND race) crowd of attendees. Cassie, Young Joc, and myself were the only OTHER celebs I noticed throughout the crowd besides the Coco, Ice-T and Treach sightings. Afterwards L.A. and I made a bee line over to CV (105 Rivington) to peep this group 'Frei (the Ahficionados/ the Block Assoc.) has been raving about called Electric Wire Hustle guest DJaying there. Spun around the round twice then punched out for the night...GONE!