"Brooklyn's On Strike!!!" -Brooklyn Bowl Is Far From Being Gutter

Now I know how Chris Nolan felt after "Dark Knight" became a hit. Since New Year's Eve ("Casino Royale") folks are already asking "What's next?" from the BlocK Association. Well one strong idea being tossed around is a HUMONGOUS bowling party complete with DJ's and a live concert to boot! Yeah, I know your next question is "Where is that gonna go down at...in Brooklyn?" Great question. The answer to that would (and can only be) Brooklyn Bowl located in Willyburg, right around the corner from Beacon's Closet & Brooklyn Brewery. Just when folks thought bowling alleys in NYC are going the way of the dinosaur, up pops this gem of a spot laced with a performance stage, large bar area, and wall to wall 40'' flat screen tvs. Plus they serve food! Friday night some friends & I made a spontaneous decision to all head over there to socialize and bowl off some steam. Only to be told that the wait time would be (NOT 1, NOT 2, NOT even 3, but...) 4 freakin' hours. So we only chilled and ate waiting till the rest of our party arrived. 2 1/2 hrs passed with no luck of an open lane so "plan B" was head over to play pool at Ocean's 8 (Flatbush & 7th). Long story short, we're planning to book a "private" party over at Brooklyn Bowl (possibly for Black History Month) and we would love for you to join us. Here some flicks I took to get you hype!

"Drop (The NYE Ball) Like It's Hot! -The New Year is QUICKLY Approaching...You Get Tix Yet?

The year 2009 is almost OVER! And WHAT a year it was huh?!? Well my personal thoughts are "Always end the year the same way you start it...CLASSY!" That's why New Year's Eve has traditionally been a HUGE holiday worldwide! So with that being said, let's end our year together with a BANG! Next Thurs. Dec. 31st "Casino Royale" is the ONLY NYE theme party in Brooklyn...or even NYC for all that matter. Tickets start at $30, VIP $300 per couple (w/table resrv & bottle), food served till 11pm, party over at 5am. 4 top notch DJs, 3 flrs. of music, a live drummer, blackjack table (till 2am) and the crowd will be fashionable as f@#k! That alone is enough to celebrate! Have a happy one wherever you decided to bring it in, but have a GREAT one with us.

Just so you socialites & fashion savvy folks know the magnitude of this event. Here are a few of the postings about this event that has the Internet buzzing! Click away

The New York Post, Time Out Magazine, New York Magazine,

The Village Voice, NBC News, Manhattan Style, Guest of a Guest,

24/Seven Brooklyn, Noche Latina, & Fusicology ...Just to name a few!

Thurs. Dec. 31st '09 New Year's Eve
the Block Association presents...

"CASINO ROYALE"
@No.1 Front St. -One Front St. (corner of Old Fulton st)
DUMBO, Brooklyn
9pm-5am
Complimentary toast @ 12 midnight
Music by Soundproof Int'l, (B'day boy) Will Gates,
the Ahficionados & BKc's DJ Kohey

Dress Black Tie (optional) /Formal elegant attire
Red Carpet entry
Blackjack Tables (non-profit)
Food Served till 11pm
Admission $30 on-line ticket purchases on Going.com/CasinoRoyale09#
$300 VIP reservation for two w/seating & bottle
$600 VIP resv. for 4 w/bottle

For Tickets and/or info contact Alanzo (theMreport@gmail.com) leave name contact #
and best day to drop tix off. Subject: Vegas Baby! NYE or tickets can be purchased at these boutiques;

Private Stock
458 Bergen St.
718-230-0055

the Brooklyn Circus
258 Bergen St
718-858-0919

Pedigree
45 Willoughby Ave
718-858-8755

*Tix are non-refundable & void if dress code
& ID requirements are not met at the door.
Ladies -No jeans Gents-Jacket/blazer preferred

"The Block Association" is The Minority Report, Alador & Smith, Stylistics Agency, Soundproof Int'l, the Ahficionados, Harriets Alter Ego, & the Breakfast Club

"Let's Talk Turkey!" -Two Deliciously FREE Thanksgiving Events

Looking for a sure fire plan to party for the coming holiday weekend? Well look no further, I have TWO that you might enjoy. Pull up to the table and dig in!

Wed. Nov 26th (Thanksgiving eve)
"the Menu"
Red Bamboo -271 Adelphi near Dekalb St.
Music by the Ahficionados
First 100 FREE w/ rsvps $5 after for guys
FREE all night for ladies

Sat. Nov 28th
From the folks that brought you "BK All Day!" on the 4th of July & "Monsters Ball" Halloween night comes yet another holiday event that continues in the grand tradition of memorable parties.

"the Block Association" presents
"the Homecoming" -Thanksgiving Weekend
One Front St. near Old Fulton St.
Music by the Ahficionados & Soundproof
Food served till 12pm

ABSOLUTELY FREE B4 11pm with RSVP* HERE
AFTER 11PM - $10 for Ladies/$15 for Guys
(YOU MUST BE ON THE RSVP LIST)
$20 IF YOU DID NOT RSVP
After 12:30 am Admission Fee @ Doorman's discretion
*Over 3.000 RSVPS for our last event...so don't miss THIS one!

"the BlocK Association" is Harriet's Alter Ego, Alador & Smith, the Minority Report, the Ahficionados, the Stylistics Agency, & the Breakfast Club.

"Yes We Can Can!" -Can Food Drive

For those fortunate to have a place to eat, be comfortable and social w/friends and family, please take some time out to think of others whom are in need of food during the holidays season. If possible, for ALL events listed in this posting
"Lets' Talk Turkey!"
We would more than appreciate it if you brought a canned item of food to donate to a great community cause, Thanks in advance.

-the Minority Report

"Flashing Lights"-Paparazzi Pics (Pt.39)

Got an invite to an event both GQ (big fan) and Grand Marnier was hosting at the Volstead in Manhattan last Wed. Not sure what the event was for, but just hearing those two together, at a venue I've never been to (under their current name) and it was an open bar. Was a big enough draw for me. Say no more, I'm there! Dumb tired from a 7am (!) trip to A.C. w/ Momma Minority, I knew I had to attend this one, just due to the fact that I've been a GQ fan since my youth (not too long ago). Everything about the event from the turn out of folks, to the choice of venue, was on point. I even felt under dress (which is rare for me) once I observed the attire people in attendance were donning. Except for when I spotted that guy... What's-his-face? From what's-that-group that sings "Laffy Taffy" or something like that (who remembers). I did NOT feel so bad at all. Meet quite a few DOPE folks too (shout out to Paris P. & Toi) that made my decision to come out a smart one. However, someone forgot to give me the memo that I was homeboys' (with the glasses) personal photog (sheesh)! The brother WAS dressed sharply but, next time let 'em know that I charge hourly dude. LOL!

"Stay Fly Lady Or Di Tryin' "-Fly L.D. at Gallery Bar

It's kinda hard to hard a post on someone you know, that's a inspiration to you without sounding like your making the person seem larger than life. But facts are facts, and it just is what it is when it somes to artist Fly Lady DI. She's done more in her young age of (oh...I forget that's not polite to do) than more have done all their life. Anyway google her, you'll see her stats, and she's adding to that by doing her OWN showing of her works this Wed. @ Gallery Bar.Come out and "discover" this "fresh" new talent, before you have to stand in a long line to pay to see her works in a museum.

Fly Lady Di presents

FRESH PRODUCE

the Gallery Bar -120 Orchard St.
May 7th 8pm-1am
Music by Dj Melo-X

$4.99 admission