"Get Into The Party Life" -Let's Have A Lil' Marvin Gaye & Chardonnay Toast!

WOW! Did you make it to the opening night w/ Common hosting & D-Nice on the set? GREAT look right? Well EVERY week from 10pm-3am EVERY THURSDAY right in downtown Brooklyn, the Journ3y Men & the Block Boys will be bring you a dope line up of celebrity DJs (D-Nice, Q-Tip, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, ?uestlove, etc) that will be surly bring out an exclusive crowd of clientele much like yourself. And it's all FREE! The only thing required for you to do is rsvp (theBlockrsvp@gmail.com) names + guest# (w/Beat Factory in subject line) and say "I'm on the Block Association/ Journ3y Men list" at the door. And you're good to GO!

EVERY THURS!
the Journ3y Men + the Block Boys host
"Beat Factory"
@Brooklyn Terrence -216 Duffield St. near Fulton & Willoughby
(the Sheraton Hotel roof top)
10pm-3am
Music by celebrity DJ line up every week
Q-Tip, ?uestlove, D-Nice, Mad Linx, Mos Def, and more
FREE ADMISSION w/RSVP to theBlockrsvp@gmail.com
Remember to say "Block /Journ3y Men list" at the door by elevator

Then we're BACK up in that b***h again on Friday night putting BK on the map for nightlife with none other than the Block's own DJ Trauma & Silky Valente' (Soundproof Intl.) taking over as the lead DJ and sound man for EVERY FRIDAY there! Congrats to them for secure the spot to be it now in Brooklyn to start the weekend off!

EVERY FRIDAY!
"Penthouse Suite Fridays"
@the W Hotel's Aloft Roof Top
216 Duffield St. betwn. Fulton & Willoughby
10pm-3am
Music by DJ Trauma (the Block Boys/Soundproof Intl.)
FREE ADMISSION w/rsvp theBlockRsvp@gmail.com
AGAIN remember to say "Block /Journ3y Men list" at the door by elevator

I'm happy to announce folks that the roof top party we planned when Irene hit the town is back ON! And ironically in time to end the "Virgo Season" something special. Let's call this one "Virgos Day Out!" a day time celebration for Virgos and the folks who love 'em (which is EVERY other sign).

Saturday Sept 17th
Gary Grant, Lyshaan Hall, Alanzo Dale present
"VIRGOS DAY OUT!" -Day Time B'day
@Hotel Indigo's Roof Top -127 W.28th bet. 6th & 7th
2pm-8pm
Hosted by the Block Boys & the Journ3y Men
Music by DJ Trauma
FREE ADMISSION w/RSVP theBlockRSVP@gmail.com
Dress in mature casual attire "Hamptons Style"
Subject line: "V-DAY Out"

Follow on Twitter #VDAY
@theBlockAssoc, @theMreporter

Can't make it to the day time joint? Fret not we even got the late night after party jump-off set up for you. Yeah you can't top the energy for "Virgos Night Out" at the World Bar last Saturday, but we gonna damn sure TRY! This Sat we're back at the Empire Room wrapping up SS 2012 Fashion Week, we give you all another chance to show off your style in the Fashion District and inside one of the most famous buildings in the world!

Saturday Sept 17th
"SWEET & VICIOUS"
10pm-4am
@the EMPIRE ROOM -33rd St. bewtn B'way & 5th)
Music by Terry Urban & FreelikeFrei
FREE till 12am (guys only) RSVP to theBlockRsvp@gmail.com
Ladies FREE till 1am on "the Block" list

"Season Of The Virgo!" -Yeah, Virgos Rule We Get It! Watch The Throne & Yo Back! Sat. Sept. 10th

VIRGOS-

Ever the perfectionist, he strives quality of workmanship in any undertaking. The Virgo man is an intellectual, often with sharp memory with keenness for details that is especially crucial in cognitive activities. His level of independence is difficult to duplicate because his intellectual capacity and imaginative and creative nature allows him to get many things done himself.

The Virgo man is usually tamed and seldom expresses his love despite his critical nature. The Virgo man takes a lot longer time to develop relationships but when they do have one, he is a loving and a loyal partner.

The Virgo man is also a diplomat and a good mediator, able to settle other's disputes in an organized and peaceful manner. His creativity in looking for alternative solutions to problems.

For the friendly yet reserved Virgo man, relationships are a must as long as they do not test his personality.

WELCOME TO VIRGO SEASON!

Sat.September 10th
"VIRGO'S NIGHT OUT!"
-the Block Virgos B'days
Silky Valente', Frei Speech, Danny Ocean, Keith Major
@the World Bar -846 UN Plaza Trump Twr
9-3am
Music by DJ Goldfinger & DJ Trauma w/FreelikeFrei
RSVP theBlockRSVP@gmail.com
(FREE all night on list)
DRESS RED CARPET FRESH!

"The Minority Report's Summer Finale Debrief!" -Farewell My Beautiful Summer

Damn the summer is winding down SO fast you can hear the clock ticking! But as my man Gary Grant says "Instead of shedding tears, let's get together and toast the memories made, AND the ones to come!" Breathe in all together now and say "Life is GOOD!" Now from the last time I posted about was happening around our great city some more stuff has been popping up. So I compiled a really abbreviated listing of exactly what you need to keep on your radar. Just always remember to RSVP EARLY just in case you may go before the list(s) is closed! And you miss another GREAT night...or day even. Here's the rundown

TODAY Aug.25th
"Navagente' Album Release Party"
7:30-10:00
$10 Admission ALL ages
Live show by Navagente' w/guests and music by DJ Laser
OR
"Fundraiser for the Theatrical Launch of "BOX"
6:00-10:30
General Admission $25
Music by DJ CEO and DJ MOMA
2 for 1 Drink Specials 6-7pm
VIP Admission $100 w/Open Bar 6-8pm
Meet and Greet with Actors, Producers and Directors
To purchase tickets go HERE

Fri. Aug 26th
"the Livingroom" -602 Pacific St. (betwn. Flatbush & 4th ave)
9pm-3am
Music powered by The Block Boys
(DJ Trauma, DJ Frei, & Danny Ocean)
FREE ADMISSION
Kitchen menu open all night!

Sat. Aug 27th
"Touch the Sky...Once Again!" -Daytime Roof Top Party
Hotel Indigo - 127 W.28th St. (6th & & 7th)
2pm-8pm
Music by the Block Boys
(DJ Trauma, DJ Frei, & Danny Ocean)
FREE ADMISSION RSVP ONLY
Dress attire Hamptons-ish, Martha's Vineyard, Miami Vice look
RSVP theBlockRSVP@gmail.com subject:"SKYWALKER"
***AFTER PARTY***
"SWEET & VICIOUS"
10pm-4am
@the EMPIRE ROOM -33rd St. bewtn B'way & 5th)
Music by DJ Goldfinger
FREE till 12am RSVP to theBlockRsvp@gmail.com
OR
"Afro-Punk Festival '11"
11:30am-7:30pm
Commodore Barry Park -Park Ave. Bklyn
FREE ADMISSION
Acts include: Ninja Sonik 4:30, Reggie Watts 5:15,
Kenna 6:20,Gym Class Heroes 7:00, Das Racist 7:30, Santigold 8:10
OR
Spike Lee presents
"Brooklyn ❤'s Michael Jackson" -Annual B'day Celebration
12pm-6pm
Prospect Park -Nethermead Field
FREE ADMISSION
Music by DJ Spinna

Sun. Aug. 28th
"Afro-Punk Festival '11"
11:30am-7:30pm
Commodore Barry Park -Park Ave. Bklyn
Acts include: RES 3:30, Joi 4:30, Fishbone 6:00, Janelle Monae 7:00,
Cee-lo Green 8:10

Mon. Aug 29th
the Block Boys & the Journ3y Men invite you to
"Prim & Proper" -Birthday Dinner Party (Jason Smith Jr)
In conjunction with VIBE Magazine
Beauty & Essex -146 Essex St. near Rivington St. 2nd floor lounge
7pm-11pm
Elegant Dress Attire Required!
PRIVATE EVENT RSVP ONLY!
RSVP IS A MUST! theBlockRSVP@gmail.com

Friday Sept 2nd
Labor Day Wknd, 1st Friday
the Journ3y Men & the Block Boys proudly present
"F**K YO (BLOODCLOT) COUCH!" -Reggae & Rap Edition
@the W Hotel's Aloft -216 Duffield St. near Fulton St.
GRAND OPENING OF BROOKLYN LARGEST ROOF TOP PARTY!
10pm-4am
Music by the Block Boys
Hosted by Silky Valente'
DRESS summer time FRESH!
NO COVER
MUST RSVP theBlockRSVP@gmail.com
#FYC or #FYOCOUCH! @theBlockAssoc on Twitter

Sat. Sept. 3rd
"Sweet & Vicious"
10pm-4am
@the EMPIRE ROOM -33rd St. bewtn B'way & 5th)
FREE till 12am RSVP to theBlockRsvp@gmail.com

Mon. Sept. 5th Labor Day
"Touch the Sky...One Last Time!" -Daytime Roof Top Party
3pm-8pm
LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON
$10 Admission w/ RSVP ONLY theBlockrsvp@gmail.com

Thurs. Sept. 8th
"Fundraiser w/ COMMON"
6pm-11pm
LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON

Fri. Sept 9th
"Penthouse Suite Fridays"
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
the W Hotel's Aloft rooftop-216 Duffield St.
10pm-4am
FREE ADMISSION w/RSVP theBlockRSVP@gmail.com

Sat. Sept 10th
"VIRGO'S NIGHT OUT" -B'day Celebrations
for the Block Association's Danny Ocean, Silky Valente'
FreelikeFrei, & Keith "Major"
@LOCATION TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON
FREE ADMISSION till 12am w/RSVP theBlockRSVP@gmail.com

Enjoy EACH and EVERY one of them all! Thank me @theMreporter on Twitter
Follow @theBlockAssoc

"Flashing Lights" -Paparazzi Pics (Pt.258)

MAN! I've been "constipated" with work, so I apologize for having you in limbo waiting for a picture you maybe in. But honestly it's summer and a ni**g's trying to LIVE! IE late nights, early mornings, ray ray ray, this that and the other. So when you see me please know that I'm not carrying luggage those are bags under my damn eyes from lack of sleep! I'm even nodding off while I'm writing....I'm writing...I'm writing...sorry! See, dosing off as we speak. Anyway enough of my rants I FINALLY got a chance to post some joints up from (deep breath) Vinnie's Style BBQ, Voodou Lounge on Nostrand Ave, a b'day pool party at Jimmy (at the James Hotel), a Gary Grant/Black Essence event at Hotel Indigo, Sundays at Sugarland in BK, the Block Boys "toast to life" at Beauty & Essex, the Ft. Greene Fest, RSVP at the Bryant Park Hotel on Tues., "Sweet & Vicious" at the Empire Room on Saturdays, a Petals-N-Belles fund raiser at Hotel Chantelle, and something else I'm probably leaving out but mistake. Ol' man s**t. If you see someone you know in these batch of picture share the link w/ them. Pt.2 come soon mi yout! Spread love is...