Just minutes away from UH-Manoa, Anna Bannana's is a prime college getaway, even for those summer schoolers. A haven for live music, some members of the band Busekrus made an appearance last weekend for Battle of the Bands.
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The dress code was fully enforced at last weekend's first edition of "Rush" at Chai's Island Bistro. Models took to the runway wearing the hottest swimsuits by Allure, and the first 100 ladies received gift bags from BOSS.
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A menu bursting with ono contemporary local Japanese food isn't the only reason people flock to Kochi Restaurant and Lounge. The King Street eatery also has made its name as a nightlife favorite.
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Hope Mayo, Rob Yamanoha and Beach 5 performed in a very special "The Social Lights" concert presented by Uprise Music.
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Local Motion, Billabong and Heavywater presented the "Surf Into Summer Kick-Off Party" recently with giveaways all night long, a fashion show and music by Kapena, Lost At Sea and DJ Eskae of NSK. Proceeds benefit AccessSurf Hawaii.
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Industry VIPs and members of the media gathered for the grand opening of Champions Sports Bar recently. Touted as an upscale ultra sports bar, Champions offers pool tables, dart boards, plasma TVs, upscale pupus and cocktail creations.
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Zanzabar and Power 104.3 presented Cinco de Mayo at Zanzabar, where the party raged until 4 in the morning with $3 tequilas, $3 Washington Apples and Coronas on special all night long. Ole!
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DJ RaviDrums made a special guest appearance at the recent OceanFront party at RumFire. Presented by FM, go! and Grey Goose, guests enjoyed free tapas until 10 p.m. and no cover until 9.
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Friends, family and supporters showed their "Aloha for Aloha" (Airlines) employees at a recent fundraiser at Murphy's. Aloha Airlines memorabilia was on sale, along with all the great food and drinks.
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Healthy salads, acai bowls and fresh fish aren't the only good things Diamond Head Cove serves up. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday nights are Kava (awa) Nights, where some of the best local musicians perform.
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Redda Fire, the weekly reggae dancehall event at The Living Room, celebrated its two-year anniversary last week with guest DJ WESTAFA and residents Liloa, 45Revolver, Mr Bone, I-Chard and Dunza.
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OG Productions presents a brand new 21-and-over party, "The Jungle," every Friday night at Brew Moon in Ward Centre. It's the hot spot for all of Hawaii's party animals.
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Double-O-Spot, Tantriq and Architects banned together to throw Rice Cracker, an indoor/outdoor party happening every Saturday at Chai's Island Bistro.
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Slydah Surf presented an all-out Spring Break Weekend Bash at Boardriders with free giveaways and live music by Ooklah The Moc, Mr. 83 and Tsunami Wave Riders.
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Straight from the Chicago house scene, Johnny Fiasco recently shared his passion for spinning the hottest techy, hard, disco music at Lotus Soundbar.
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The Slopes of Diamond Head Hui presented a one-night party, "Crazy, Sexy, Pearl," where folks enjoyed pupus and lots of mingling.
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Pimpbot celebrated the release of its new album, its seven-year anniversary and its first international tour with a three-in-one party at Don Ho's last weekend.
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All ages were invited to Trip The Lights Championships Beat Root, where the six beat-making finalists - Opposite, Ques, S.T.U., Laels, Oliver Twist and Sentric - battled for top honors.
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Last week Friday, Flash and Matty threw it down at Doraku Sushi with the Supper Club.
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Indigo hosts an array of nightlife activities. Weekly happenings include: The Wrath of Jazz every Tuesday, live music by Mike Luv and Dubkonscious every Wednesday and Swampa ZZ Live every Thursday.
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Hawaii's very own ska band Go Jimmy Go teamed up with the legendary Toasters for an all-out concert at Next Door earlier this month.
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Saturdays nights are crazy sexy at Xyloh, the new upscale hot spot in Kakaako.
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"Soul Clap," happening at thirtyninehotel the last Friday of every month, doubled as the grand opening party for Exclusive, a ladies lifestyle boutique.
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No school on Monday meant hot Sunday night parties last weekend, including Island Fire and Artist Groove Network's "Recess" at Venus Nightclub.
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Those craving a stylish, first-class atmosphere frequent Aaron's, located on the 36th floor atop The Ala Moana Hotel. Aaron's features varying music formats by top DJs, go-go dancers and tables with visuals.
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Natural Vibrations celebrated the holiday season with its fourth annual Chronic Christmas Party recently at Pipeline Cafe. Special guests included Ooklah The Moc and Iration.
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Some of Hawaii's hottest go-go dancers and top DJs on the island kicked off the first night of Flash Back Tuesdays at Tsunami's Waikiki on Dec. 18.
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Santa stopped by Mad Dog Saloon recently to spread some Christmas cheer and was even able to get in a game of pool with his holiday helpers.
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It was a Christmas surf party at Indigo last week Friday as WSSM (Women’s Surf Style Magazine) celebrated the holiday season with employees, family and friends.
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At 10 p.m. the new Ala Moana Center restaurant Tsukiji transforms into a 21-and-over nightclub featuring the hottest hip-hop and R&B sounds. The party kicked off last week Friday and will be heating up every Friday night.
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Set on the dock of Koko Marina, Kona Brewing Company has a state-of-the-art beer delivery system with 24 taps.
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Fans and friends gathered for Natural Vibrations' second concert in the "Red Gold Green Concert Series" recently at the O Lounge with special guest Kawao.
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Designer Allison Izu joined Russell Tanoue for his once-a-month club experience, "Beautiful." Rocking the turn-tables were DJ Rayne and DJ Badmouth.
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The spooky, sexy and silly gathered for a ghoulishly good time at Aloha Tower for a Halloween extravaganza put on by the Slopes of Diamond Head Hui.
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Friends, family and supporters gathered for the Pau Riding Unit's fundraiser at Rumours recently.
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Flash & Matty Boy have teamed up with Vertical Junkies to give you Cancun Thursdays at Senor Frog's. The 21-and-over party features some of Hawaii's hottest DJs rocking it mash-up style.
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Chai’s Island Bistro hosted the after party for the “Red Carpet Nights” fashion event at Aloha Tower Marketplace recently. Guests enjoyed a red carpet entrance, pupus and Hawaii’s hottest DJs.
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Club Tsunami is a spacious hide-away on Keeaumoku Street that attracts its fair share of regulars.
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Last weekend's Waikiki Chic by ARTafterDARK was an evening of live music by grOOve.imProV.arTiSts and DJ Mr. Nick, food provided by Halekulani, Nobu Waikiki and Roy's Restaurant, live art by Ground Up, access to all the galleries and much more.
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Vertical Junkies are back with their new and improved F.U.B.A.R. Fridays at Fashion 45. It’s an 18-and-over party for the stylish and sexy — so no shorts or slippers are allowed.
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It's the halfway point to St. Patrick's Day, and that's reason enough to party at O'Toole's.
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The band Kalaeloa provided the live music for last week’s Fiesta Friday at Compadres Bar and Grill.
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Fire! at Lulu's in Waikiki has the hottest hip-hop and R&B every Saturday night.
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The Slopes of Diamond Head hui celebrated its second pau hana Martini Party, "Crazy, Sexy, Pearl" recently at the sleek and sexy Pearl.
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The Fisherman’s Wharf hot spot celebrated another night of “Reality.”
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Everyone in the surf community came together for the fourth annual WSSM (Women’s Surf Style Magazine) Summer Surf Party. The event featured belly dancers, go-go dancers and a surfer girl fashion show, with tons of surfer prize giveaways.
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Located on the corner of South King and Piikoi streets, King Street Cafe is a bar that caters to every individual, with game consoles, dart machines, a dance floor, a jukebox and ono, yet affordable pupus.
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Guests dressed in their hottest pink-and-black attire showed up to support the 11th annual Russell Tanoue Birthday Project at E&O Trading Company. Proceeds benefit Aloha Medical Mission and Project Shine.
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The “Dragonfly Room” was in full flutter last Saturday as Kurious Productions and Flipside threw down a classy party for the 21- and-over crowd.
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celebrated 10 years as an electronic
hub of Honolulu’s nightlife community
at thirtynine hotel recently.
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It was a happy hour of games, food and great drinks at Dave & Buster’s on Monday. The young and the young-at-heart gathered at the Ward Center entertainment hotspot for an evening of fun.
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Pilioha celebrated their CD release recently at Gordon Biersch. The fun-filled night featured music by Pilioha, Na Palapalai,Vaihi, Ledward Kaapana, Holunape, Ernie Cruz Jr. and Imua Garza, Maunalua, Kaumakaiwa Kanaka'ole, The Punani Girls and other surprise guests.
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KAI Vodka, the world’s first ultra premium rice vodka and first lychee-flavored vodka, was the center of attention at the Monkey Bar recently. The public debut attracted many to the popular Waikiki venue.
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Xyloh has been a hot spot since opening its doors last December. Located in the space formerly occupied by Zen and Reign, the new club is frequented by locals and everyone and anyone who loves the music scene.
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The sexy and sophisticated gathered recently for the grand opening of ‘Taste,’ an elegant and tasteful extension of Aaron’s Restaurant. ‘Taste’ is open Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to midnight, and Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 4 a.m.
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Natural Vibrations along with special guest performers Black Square and Go Jimmy Go took the stage at a packed Pipeline Cafe recently for their From the Heart CD release and tour kickoff party.
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Friends, fans and family gathered to say goodbye to Honolulu-based band The Crud. The alt-rock four-piece band is relocating to Seattle to test its grunge-influenced brand of power pop in one of America’s meccas of rock.
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It’s entertainment overload at Maddog Saloon with live music every Wednesday and Thursday night until midnight, live DJs nightly, a large dance floor, pool tables and dart boards.
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It was a night of Mexican fun, as party-goers celebrated Cinco de Mayo at Compadres Bar & Grill last week Saturday. The Ward Centre eatery was filled with festive flair and enough margaritas for everyone.
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This month’s Trip the Lights marked four years of the monthly hip-hop event. Over the years, Trip the Lights has provided a venue for the best underground hip-hop from around the world as well as showcasing Hawaii’s best talent.
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The award-winning Yard House, a new addition to the Waikiki Beach Walk, is an upscale-casual eatery known for its extensive menu, rock music and the world’s largest selection of draft beer. Its menu of American cuisine includes pizza, seafood, salads and more.
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Skyline’ had another successful night, as the sophisticated and sultry gathered for the twice-a-month Saturday party presented by Grey Goose and Flash & Matty Boy. Entertainment included mash up, down tempo and hip-hop, plus the Skyline dancers.
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There were a lot of familiar faces at the annual Make a Wish Foundation April Foolish Party. The party, which originated years ago as the Falls of Clyde Party at the pier, included entertainment, very heavy pupus, cocktails and door prizes.
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Nightlife industry workers and friends are invited to a brand new nightlife experience, “Moonlight Mondays,” presented by Ignightlife Entertainment and Angels Entertainment at Aiea Bowl.
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Flash and Matty are at it again, with a brand spankin’ new party, “Honolulu,” at Longhi’s. The fashion-forward party features DJs KSM, Rayne and Eskae spinning a mash up of downtempo, hip-hop, neosoul, house, rock and old school classics.
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“Butter,” a brand-new party happening at E&O Trading Co., celebrated its third night with smooth sounds and lots of beautiful ladies; 21 and over are welcome to this social event going down until 2 a.m.
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Justin McClain, Hanson Nguyen and DJ Flip of Level H Promotions throw it down with their trendy and sexy party, “Deuce,” happening the second Friday of each month at The O Lounge.
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DJ Kelemeke aka The People’s DJ throws it down every Friday night at Don Ho’s Island Grill, where every day is a weekend. Don Ho’s is located at the Aloha Tower Marketplace on the water’s edge.
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i3 Entertainment teamed up with Island Rhythm 98.5 to present "Midnight Session" at Pipeline Cafe. Natural Vibrations, Inoa‘ole, Hot Rain and Sashamon performed live, with Makani and Big Teeze sharing hosting duties.
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Sisters In Sound performed this month at the new Lotus Soundbar in Waikiki. DJ Zita returned to the island to join the sisters on the turntables, along with San Francisco guest DJ Dmadness and local DJs Seeko,Monkey and K-ing.
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Located at the foot of Diamond Head, The W Honolulu Hotel houses the cutting edge Wonderlounge, where the sexy and sophisticated come out to play.
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It was an upbeat and rhythmic evening of great music at Honolulu's only club dedicated to jazz with live jazz six nights a week. Hawaii’s talented trumpet player DeShannon Higa performed along with his band grOOve.imProV.arTiSts at Jazz Minds Art & Cafe recently for a lively crowd and loyal fans.
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The angelic and not-so-angelic ladies and gentlemen were out for a night of fun at Club 939’s “The Heavens” party recently. The 21-and-over event featured a handful of DJs and sexy go-go dancers.
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It was smiles all around at this chill Honolulu hotspot recently. Located above Fisherman’s Wharf, The Living Room is a favorite hangout that serves up the hottest music nightly.
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It was smooth and sexy house beats at Indigo last Friday. The weekly Get Fresh! event is from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. and is open to everyone 21 and older. Indigo is conveniently located at 1121 Nuuanu Ave.
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At The Shack, it was all about hanging out with friends and enjoying live music last Saturday. Everyone also enjoyed the pupus, salads and sandwiches at this popular Mililani hangout. The Shack, located at Mililani Shopping Center, is open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
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It was a wild and crazy 21-and-over night at the Ocean Club last week Thursday. Mix together a great selection of songs and a crowd ready to party and you’ve got yourself a jam-packed dance floor — and a whole lot of fun.
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The naughty and nice were out for some early Christmas fun recently at Fashion 45. The hot night spot, conveniently located at the Waikiki Trade Center, is a perfect locale for a night on the town with the girls or to meet some sexy singles.
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Makana celebrated the release of his latest CD, Different Game, recently with an evening of music shared with friends and family at Next Door. Different Game, Makana's fourth CD release, is a diverse compilation of 15 original songs combining fusion and slack key music.
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It was a full house at TJ’s last week Thursday as folks enjoyed rounds of pool and darts, music and ono pupus. Lei Melket from the group Keahiwai also was there celebrating her 27th birthday with friends and family.
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It was the usual full house this past Friday night at the Mai Tai Bar. Guests enjoyed great live entertainment along with happy hour specials. Conveniently located at Ala Moana Center, the Mai Tai Bar is a great pit stop after a day of Christmas shopping.
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This college hot spot continues to serve up great food and drinks at prices that the often strapped-forcash college student can afford. Conveniently located on University Avenue, this pizza joint and bar has an impressive number of beers on tap as well as a tasty array of pizzas, salads and sandwiches.
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Promoters Soljah and Matty Liu have a new 18- and-over event happening, and everyone who loves to have a good time is invited. The new Saturday hot spot is Las Palmas, conveniently located in Restaurant Row.
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On Halloween the Hanohano Room at the Sheraton Waikiki was transformed into an all out Halloween bash. The party, “Prom: Thru The Decades,” featured a prom court, best dressed contests, Skyline dancers, Grey Goose girls, special guest DJ Mei Lwun and much more.
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102.7 Da Bomb blew out the candles with the biggest, baddest sixth birthday party ever! Brooke Hogan, Mya, Paula DeAnda, Baby Bash, Brown Boy and Frankie J tore up the stage at Pipeline Cafe. Photos by Eugene Hopkins
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Join Soljah and Matty Liu every Friday night at Lulu’s Bar and Grill for $5 Pitchers and Rubba Slippas!!! The 18 and over crowd is welcome to this all-night party featuring lots of specials and as you can see, some awesome company.
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The O Lounge Second- Year Anniversary Celebration had lots of entertainment, food, drinks, prizes and even a live bachelor/bachelorette auction.
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The classy, sexy and sophisticated enjoyed a night of mingling at Pearl, the newest nightclub sensation to hit the Islands.
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KTUH Night at Indigo’s was a great success. The bi-annual event brought together DJs from UH-Manoa’s student radio station KTUH, both UH alumni and students, and fans of all music genres, for which KTUH is known. Indigo’s is located at 1121 Nuuanu Ave.
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It was live roots, rock and reggae as Natural Vibrations took the stage at Boardriders Bar & Grill recently. Natural Vibrations is one of the many groups that provide awesome live entertainment at the popular Kailua hangout.
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The streets of Downtown Honolulu were filled with crowds of eager listeners at the Downtown Ho‘olaule‘a recently. After live performances on various stages, the party moved indoors at Bar 35, where performers mingled with fans — and everyone had a blast.
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Zanzabar is the perfect play ground for a sexy night out on the town. On Saturdays enjoy ‘House of Isis’ — a party that keeps bumping from 9 p.m.until 4 a.m. DJs Big John and DJ Billy G spin on the front floor, while DJ Tez keeps the back bar hyped.
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Be a part of the hard-core, latenight crowd at The Cellar’s Sensual Saturdays.
Photos by Lisa Mita
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If sexy and sophisticated sounds like your cup of tea, or whatever, then The W is the perfect place to spend your Friday and Saturday nights. Simmer down with some of Oahu’s steamiest working professionals, while sipping on cool cocktails and enjoying some delicious food.
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The studliest jocks and sexiest cheerleaders were out to play at the “Pigskins & Pompoms” event at Fashion 45 last week Saturday. Presented by Kurious Productions, this end-of-the-month theme party welcomed everyone 21 and over who wanted to party like the NFL pros do.
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Osake Bar &Lounge is the Friday night hot spot with some of the Island’s sexiest single sand couples ready to party the night away. Conveniently located on Kapiolani Boulevard, Osake makes the perfect stop for great food, music and fun.
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The Ocean Club was packed with eager shoppers at the FASHIONISTA’S MARKET designer sample sale event last Saturday and Sunday. Guests were treated to more than 40 designers at up to 75 percent off retail. All proceeds from admission benefits the Life Foundation to fight AIDS in Hawaii.
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Isouljahs and Friends with special guests RAS Youths International, recording artists Lion Fyah and JAH Maoli Rasta kicked off their 2006 Tour last Saturday at Don Ho's Island Grill at Aloha Tower Marketplace.
Photos by Eugene Hopkins
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The artsy, the elegant and the exotic were all present for a great night of fun at thirtyninehotel located on North Hotel Street. This recent Saturday night “Lucky Tiger” party took it back, forward and sideways with dance music based on quality and feeling, not trends or genre.
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The Living Room is one of Honolulu’s frequently visited hotspots.
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Call 911 because it was smokin’ hot at O Lounge’s ‘Blue Light Affair” recently. This police-theme party had the wildest club-goers wearing blue and black and go-go dancers dressed in the sexiest police wear.
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There wasn’t a dryfoot in the place at Kemoo Farms Lakeside Lanai’s recent FOAM Party. Hosted by STAR 101.9 personality Maleko, the party included hot dance, house and hip-hop sounds. If you missed this one, the next FOAM Party, themed Girls Gone Wild is happening Aug. 4.
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A whole lot of sexy ladies and hunky hotties were at Skybox Sports Lounge for ‘Skybox THURSDAYS’ last Thursday night. This popular, yet very intimate weekly event features well-known local hip-hop DJs.
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Zanzabar was the place to be last Friday if hot entertainment and celebrities were what you were looking for.
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The good timeswere rolling atHappy Hour at MaiTai Bar last week Friday. Live music, half-off drinks and lots of friendly company made for a night of good fun. Happy Hour is every day from 4 to 7 p.m. and 8 to 11 p.m.
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The Lotus Lounge had it’s Grand Opening on the 9th of June, presented by Grand Events LLC & E&O Trading Company located on the 2nd level of Ward Center.
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Skyline celebrated its two-year anniversary at the Sheraton Waikiki’s Hanohano Room with performances by Cirque Hawaii, DJ Steve Aoki (aka Kid Millionaire), Adam Saaks and Ravi Drums. Everyone was dressed in all white! Skyline continues every first and third Saturday of each month from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Look for Skyline again June 17.
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SAAB Hawaii & Partymasters hosted “Wild Things” at Ciao Mein Restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Hotel recently. Guests dressed in smooth animal print and leather to help Miss Hawaii 2005 Malika Dudley celebrate her birthday!
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The Mixers get things moving and grooving at O’Toole’s Irish Pub on Friday nights from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. for the downtown crowd. Look for $3 Captain Morgan’s drink specials after 9 p.m.; happy hour is from 4 to 8 p.m.
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Boardrider’s Bar & Grill in Kailua kicks off a new promotion Thursday nights with $1 drink specials on all well drinks and domestic drafts. From 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. party with a mix of DJ entertainment and live bands!
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Compadres Bar & Grill celebrated the annual Mexican holiday with food and fun for everyone. Partygoers really enjoyed the 1800 Tequila fountain!
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The monthly Piranha Room event at The Ocean Club hosted a Playboy Pajama Party complete with guest DJ, Playboy Playmate Courtney Culkin, Miss April 2005. Guests let their inner playmate out by dressing in silk pajamas and lingerie.
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Tsunami on 655 Keeaumoku Street Suite 105, in the Sam Sung Plaza, has become a regular stop for locals just looking to kick back with friends and have some fun. It’s open from 3 p.m. to 2a.m. Mon-Fri, 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sat-Sun and offers everything from dartboards to karaoke and more. Call 951-8885 for our current specials.
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Two happy hours a night make for plenty of time to enjoy drink and pupu specials from 4 to 7 p.m. and 8 to 11 p.m. nightly at the Mai Tai Bar. Enjoy live entertainment from some of the Island’s best and keep an eye out for the return of the pupu steak platter and new specialty drinks such as the li hing mui margarita and Fuji apple martini.
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The March 30 all ages rager “SugaSuga” Planet Crunk Party was off da hook with pretty girls, fly guys and booty shakin’.
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Island stars Barrington Levy and the Detour Posse provided some spring break fun on March 30 at Pipeline. Special guests Humble Soul and THC and Pacific Sounds International entertained as well.
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While DJs Wu Chang and Mike D spun the beats on Friday, March 10 at Pipeline’s ‘Foreplay Fridaze’ event, these lovely ladies and handsome gentlemen tore it up on the dance floor or just chilled out on the sidelines flashin’ a peace sign or ‘wuz up.’
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Special appearances by models Francine Dee, Masuimi Max, Nikita Esco, Lisa Belle and Honey Cruz, and DJ Rude Dogg bustin’ out old school, groove, hip-hop and R&B this “two color” party was a big hit for Waikiki’s Fashion 45.
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On Friday, March 3 “Mr. Party” himself, Mike Scalera (president of Master Mind/Elite Entertainment) celebrated his24th birthday in style at Zanzabar Nightclub. Scalera and guests enjoyed a lingerie fashion show, performance by Mikey Mike “The Human Beat Box, ”Miss Hawaiian Tropics USA, DJ Rude Dogg and more birthday fun.
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Indigo opened its Green Room and Opium Den, complete with resident DJs, for all serious party-goers on Saturday, March 4. Some partied in groups, while others were cool enough to fly solo.
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Some guests rocked out to the live jams of ‘Linus’ while others got their groove on to DJs ShawnG with special
guests DJs Epic-One, Fame, Kee and Swurv on Saturday, Feb. 25 at Wave Waikiki.
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Sponsored by everybody’s favorite cerveca, Corona, the Feb. 18 “Saturday Night Live” event (not to be confused with the funny Saturday Night Live) featured island artists Natural Vibes and New Zealand boys Katchavibe.
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With three stages and more than 25 bands, including Gregory Isaacs and Morgan Heritage, this event produce by Three Sexy Guys at Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park was a great tribute to reggae legend Bob Marley, mon.
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“Garden of Eden” was the theme for the latest Piranha Room event at Ocean Club. Hip photographer Russell Tanoue presents this monthly event. Plenty of hot bodies (and “the sexy” Jon Lovitz) were there to shake it on the pulsating dance floor. And from the looks of it, well, take a sinful bite of apples from the “garden.”
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It was the ultimate ladies’ night out as the Men Of Playboy showed their, uh, stuff at Wave Waikiki last Friday and Saturday. A good time — raucous and just a bit raunchy — was had by all.
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The Las Vegas-themed party at the O Lounge Jan. 7 celebrated the website release and photo shoots done by models Kayko Tamaki and Kim Duong. MidWeek photographer Brandon Ching was a VIP guest as a photographer for both models as well as Tamaki’s webmaster. The event also featured a jewelry fashion show by Leina Okuhara.
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The Big Kahuna Beach Party drew a crowd at Hawaiian Waters Adventure Park. Entertainment James Coles and his United DJs, and the MidWeek Da FlowRider kept surfers happy.
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The place was packed for the grand opening of Koi Sushi Bar & Sake Lounge last weekend. Koi, located in the space formerly occupied by Blue Tropix nightclub on Kapiolani Boulevard, offers a wide selection of sake and sushi six days a week from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. (serving sushi until 1 a.m.)
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The re-grand opening of Rock Star Fridays was last weekend at Brew Moon. The regular gig happens from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Fridays for the 18 and over crowd. The DJ keeps things going with rock, reggae and rap music.
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The Vertical Junkies Crew and KomoLow wished everyone a Merry Christmas by teaming up for the first time in a special pre-Christmas party at the W’s regular Friday night Wonderlounge event.
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Hawaii’s newest multimillion-dollar nightclub opened last weekend to Honolulu partygoers. The club features two VIP rooms, 13 plasma TV screens and two dance floors. Open nightly from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.
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The owners of the Skybox sports bar on Kapiolani Boulevard are getting ready to open Koi Sushi Bar & Sake Lounge by the end of December, offering a wide selection of sake and sushi six days a week from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. (serving sushi until 1 a.m.) in the space formerly known as Blue Tropix nightclub. Skybox is open from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily.
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DJ Paul Brandon, who does the “Mix at Six” on 102.7 The Bomb (weekdays at 6 p.m.) held his CD release party recently at Pipeline Café. A crowd of 1,500 attended the event which featured 10 local DJs. Brandon’s CD Paul Brandon’s Mix At Six V3 can be found at Tower Records, Creative Sound and Valerie Joseph Boutique.
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Honolulu’s new jazz supper club opened to the public recently at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort & Spa. Dinner is from 6 to 10 p.m. daily, with nightclub hours from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. also featuring light dinner and dessert.
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In addition to The Living Room late night events Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, promoters also hold a monthly graffiti art competition called BURN, a showcase of spontaneous live art, with a $300 cash prize.
Visit www.thelivingroomhawaii.com for more information!
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Hawaiian Hurricane and Matty Liu held the OP Hawaiian Pro Party out on the North Shore recently featuring Natural Vibes and DJ Grey Boy. Breakers Restaurant also goes off every Thursday evening from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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Aloha Tower Marketplace’s Don Ho’s and Surfriders Cantina was the stage for Magz Productions’ and Menage a Trois clothing’s Beach Party. There was featured apparel from the Menage line as well as UDown clothing and prizes!
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Jenn Titherington dressed as a “Bloody Mess” was the winner of the annual Wave Waikiki costume contest. Jenn walked away with a cool $1,000 cash prize! Other creative costumers also strutted their stuff.
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The O Lounge and owner Liz Watanabe celebrated one year in business with a big bash raising $4,000 for The Kidney Foundation. Watanabe honored grandfather Minoru Hata, who died of kidney disease. The theme was From Paris to Tokyo, and guests enjoyed taiko drumming and Asian opera tunes as well as delicacies from top local chefs.
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There was cause to celebrate last weekend at the UH football homecoming game where the Warriors beat New Mexico State 49 to 28. Catch the Warriors in their next home game Oct. 29 against Fresno State at Aloha Stadium!
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Football season is in full swing at Eastside Grill. The place gets busy starting at 3 p.m. on Mondays with football lovers enjoying the game on 28 screens along with $2 pints, $5 pitchers and plenty of pupus. After the game, patrons enjoy karaoke, Foosball, Mega Touch games and a few rounds of darts.
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General manager Keith Mallini of the Hanohano Room introduces Live Jazz Friday with the smooth stylings of DeShannon Higa and his talented wife, former Broadway performer Rocky Brown, as well as other musicians. From 9 p.m., relax in the restaurant’s Cobalt Lounge with champagne and pupu specials until 1 a.m.
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At the edgy 39Hotel in downtown Honolulu recently, Bank of Hawaii held a fundraiser for AUW that attracted all types who came to enjoy beer and wine from Kona Brewery, food from Indigo’s, prize giveaways and rockin’ music.
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Chefs including Chai Chaowasaree, Alan Wong, D.K. Kodama and Mavro came together at Aloha Tower Marketplace recently for an evening of food and wine, with proceeds benefiting The Salvation Army Katrina Relief Fund.
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Chefs including Chai Chaowasaree, Alan Wong, D.K. Kodama and Mavro came together at Aloha Tower Marketplace recently for an evening of food and wine, with proceeds benefiting The Salvation Army Katrina Relief Fund.
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Compadres Bar & Grill, which has the largest selection of tequila in the Pacific, is holding its annual Tequila Fest through Sept. 16 with a culmination celebration in honor of Mexican Independence Day. Look for daily specials and events.
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The annual event that raises money for the University of Hawaii athletic department drew big crowds again this year to Don Murphy’s well-loved Irish Pub on Merchant Street. This was the Pigskin Pigout’s 10th anniversary.
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Bands including Koa‘uka, Inoa‘ole and One Drop helped celebrate the release of Kawao’s CD at Don Ho’s Island Grill at Aloha Tower recently.
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More than 600 guests attended the first Fashionista’s Market designer sample sale at the Ocean Club recently. The event will be held quarterly.
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Brew Moon on Sundays turns into the Dark Side of the Moon from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. featuring hip-hop and soul music. Cover is $7.
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The ’80s were back in full force at the Wave Waikiki last weekend with a costume contest and performance by the 80’z All Stars themselves!
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Friday night at Hard Rock Cafe is the place to be for alternative, rock and reggae music. The party starts at 10 for the 18 and over crowd.
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Vertical Junkies, Threat Options and The Architects raise the volume starting at 10 p.m. every Saturday night at Aloha Tower Marketplace.
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Photographer Russell Tanoue threw an all-white birthday party at the Ocean Club with star-studded entertainment to benefit his Project Shine.
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Partygoers attended the grand opening of the Chemistry Lounge at the Sheraton Waikiki’s Esprit Lounge. The event will be held regularly on Fridays from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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Music lovers danced the night away to the sounds of Go Jimmy Go as they celebrated the release of their new CD ‘Fishbowl Eyes.’
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Indigo’s Friday night Get Fresh Party from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. features $2.75 Coors Light beers and three rooms of hip-hop and house music.
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Red Lion (formerly Bedroq by the Varsity Theatres), opened in April. There’s live music Tuesday, Friday and Saturday; Broke Dik Mondays feature $3 pitchers.
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The Sheraton Waikiki celebrated the one-year anniversary of its bi-monthly Skyline event last weekend at the Hanohano Room. Everyone wore white!
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Even though Hawaii has beach-going weather 12 months of the year, there’s nothing like the summer sun. Locals hit Ala Moana Beach Park.
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Everytime Ricky Peterson is in town, the Funk-A-Holics get together for a special night of music at Longhi’s from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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Indigo Restaurant goes off on Friday nights with its “Get Fresh” promotion from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. with DJs spinning tunes in three rooms.
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Aloha Tower Marketplace celebrated Cinco de Mayo with its 2nd annual block party including salsa dancing, live music and prize giveaways.
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The last Wednesday of every month, head to Compadres at Ward Centre for margarita and beer specials. No dress code, no attitude, no worries!
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Sam Choy’s restaurant, Kapahulu Avenue location, turns into the “Bitchen Kitchen” late-night party every Thursday from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
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The Mai Tai Bar on the top floor of Ala Moana Center caters to the happy hour crowd seven days a week from 4 to 7 p.m. and from 8 to 11 p.m.
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The weekend is a great time to check out The O Lounge on Kapiolani Blvd. There’s plenty of room for hanging out or dancing the night away.
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Feng Shui Ultralounge At Hyatt Regency
Saturday night at the Feng Shui Ultralounge was hopping as usual with guests enjoying the outdoor pool deck and two indoor dance floors.
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A Pink C fashion show and tunes by DJ Mei-Lwun helped get the spring break partiers in the right mood for fun.
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Lovers of the Irish holiday were out en masse for Murphy’s St. Patrick’s Day block party. People celebrated into the wee hours of the morning.
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Twelve firefighters, police officers and EMTs were auctioned off at the third annual Burnin’ Down the House: Hawaii Heroes Bachelor Auction benefitting the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Foundation.
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The Ocean Club was jam-packed once again for Russell Tanoue’s monthly Piranha Room event. Partygoers danced the night away.
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Beer lovers were spotted enjoying The Willows monthly Hops & Grinds tasting event themed “Chocolates, Strawberries & Reds” for February.
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