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  Charlotte Residents Will No Longer Have to Wait in Line January 25th, 2008 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  Charlotte Residents Will No Longer Have to Wait in Line to Get Into Their Favorite Bars and Nightclubs CHARLOTTE - Are you tired of spending all night standing in line at your favorite bar or nightclub only to pay a cover charge when you finally get to the door"  So was local resident David Stafford.  Stafford recently launched a revolutionary new website, www.davesviplist.com.  The website is a fully automated, online reservation system for bars and clubs.  He has developed relationships with many of the popular nightlife hotspots, and through his website, customers can get on the coveted VIP List so that they don"t have to wait in line as well as pay less to get in the door. The website, which went live November first, offers VIP List access and private table reservations to many of your favorite nightlife venues.  The website is adding new bars and nightclubs to the list every day. "I came up with the idea after seeing a Fandango.com commercial at the movies.  I knew right then and there that it was a brilliant idea and that people would love not having to stand in line.  I talked to many of the people in the industry and got ideas and suggestions for the website and now I am proud to offer the people of Charlotte a way to pay less, and wait less when they party," said Stafford. Stafford, 26, was born in Concord and has lived in the Charlotte area all of his life.  While an undergraduate at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte, he was first a photographer and then Marketing Manager for www.carolinanightlife.com.  He bartended at Time Lounge part time as well.   After graduating with a B.A. in Public Relations, he wrote a book, Cool Jobs for College, which is available through Amazon.com or at the website www.cooljobsforcollge.com.  Stafford became Assistant General Manager of Dixie"s Tavern earlier this year where he still works.  For more information visit www.davesviplist.com or contact David Stafford at 704.307.2164.

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  The Real Political Test: Who Would You Rather Have a Beer With? January 25th, 2008 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  Article provided by: Rick Lyke www.Lyke2Drink.blogspot.com Do You Lyke2Drink" That’s why veteran drinks journalist Rick Lyke created Lyke2Drink. Read about beer, wine and spirits; travels to breweries, distilleries and wineries; festivals and events; alcohol issues; beverage marketing; and have fun along the way. Cheers! The Real Political Test: Who Would You Rather Have a Beer With" Iowa Caucuses" Old news. New Hampshire and South Carolina Primaries" Do you really want people from those two states deciding the leader of the free world" It’s time for beer drinkers to voice an opinion in really the only true measure of what counts. Which of the presidential candidates would you rather have a beer with in 2008" The pint poll is the brainchild of the good folks at the National Beer Wholesalers Association. It is better than any motor voter law being administered by your state DMV. Right now Barack Obama is leading all candidates with 27 percent of the votes cast. The next four highest vote totals go to Republicans: Ron Paul is second with 15 percent, followed by John McCain at 11 percent and a tie between Fred Thompson and Rudolph Giuliani at 8 percent. On the Democratic side, John Edwards has 7 percent and Hillary Clinton comes in at 6 percent. Should we put our trust in America’s beer drinkers to select our next president" Given the results from the last several ballots I say drink up! Go to www.whodoyouwanttohaveabeerwith.com to cast your vote.

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  THE WORLDS LARGEST OYSTER ROAST AT BOONE HALL PLANTATION January 17th, 2008 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  The 25th Annual Oyster Fest at Boone Hall Plantation on Sunday January 27, 2008 is an event for everyone. The event is held by the Greater Charleston Restaurant Association and gates open at 10:30 AM - free parking is available. Besides having two tractor trailers full of oysters available - theres other food for the non-oyster shucking type as well. The Food Court features food from some of the areas popular restaurants, enough to satisfy every taste. Activities on the main stage include: the Oyster Shucking Contest, the Oyster Eating Contest and local live entertainment -  watch or participate! The Oyster Recipe Contest will be announced and there will plenty to keep the kids entertained at the Childrens Area thats designed to keep them happy and having fun. Oysters are sold by the bucket (approximately 3-4 dozen) for market value and served with cocktail sauce and crackers. You can bring your own knife and glove or you can purchase them at the event. Beer, soft drinks and other beverages will be sold. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House, Hollings Cancer Center, Travel Council and Charleston County Science Materials Resource Center. Advance tickets for the 25th Annual Oyster Festival are on sale for $10.00 and are available at all Charleston area Applebees Restaurants, through the Association Office, and available for purchase and immediate printing online at www.boonehallplantation.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the event for $12.00 (kids 10 and younger are admitted free when accompanied with an adult). This event has been named in the \“top 20 events in the southeast\” by the Southeastern Tourism Society, and is definitely a local favorite.  Bring the entire family theres something for everyone.

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  Toys for Tots Benefit Party at Club H2O December 16th, 2007 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  Come out to Club H2O in North Charleston on Sunday, December 16, 2007 and bring an unwrapped toy for the Toys for Tots benefit party.  Live bands, drink specials, and more… come on out for a great event.

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  Another Charleston Nightlife Icon to Close November 23rd, 2007 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  Cumberlands on King Street downtown Charleston, a favorite local venue for live music for the past 15 years will be celebrating its final holiday season in Charleston. Cumberlands has been one of the most progressive sites for punk, rock, jam, and Indie bands to jam for Charleston locals, but the end of an era has come to a close.  Cumberlands is not going away quietly though - their end of the year calendar is full of bands and shows paying homage to their legacy.  Be sure to make Cumberlands one of your holiday stops as Charleston say farewell.

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  $15,000 CASH AND PRIZE HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST October 27th, 2007 Posted by Hunter Wilson

  $15,000.00 is the unbelievable combo of cash and prizes this year for the best costumes.  The Plex is Charleston"s largest entertainment facility and is the perfect home for the state"s largest costume party and contest. The theme this year takes into account that every woman loves to look sexy on Halloween. We introduce the low country to Pirates of the Scaribbean. Saturday October 27th starting at 8:00 bare witness to the total transformation of the Plex. Immerse yourself deep under the ocean"s tides. .. sink further down gasping for air. . .  you hit the bottom and bare witness to the most sinister living ship that has ever existed. Experience Pirates Blood still swaying with n the evil currents of the sea. Gold Dobloons and of course the Black Pearl. The sight of this will surely repulse the living and enchant the dead!!!! Immerse yourself deep under the ocean"s tides sink further down… Costume Contest: There will be one large digital costume contest where all guests will have their pictures taken at the entrance and then a celebrity panel of judges will choose the best 10 and they will be brought on stage for the audience to choose who they like the best. 2 categories will be able to compete:  the first being the most original and creative costume. This will be the main contest. Immediately following will be the sexiest pirate costume. Prizes: The first Prize will recieve $15,000.00 2nd place: 3 days and 2 nights in Aruba including flight and hotel 3rd Place: Bahamas Cruise for 2 including cruise to and from and Hotel while in the Bahamas.  4th Place Jamaica Get away for 2 includes flight and hotel Sexiest Pirate: flyaway for 3 days and 2 nights to Sin City Las Vegas Note: Specific rules apply to the contest and are made available by logging onto www.theplexonline.com The Party:  DJ Jack Sparrow and Captain Itch will provide the music Tickets:  $20.00 in advance and $25.00 at the door for 18+ welcome VIP Packages: are available on a number of levels ranging from the ultimate premium package mezzanine level overlooking the event including 10 VIP tickets, club concierge, 2 bottles of Stoli with all the mixers, complimentary Tricks and Treats and private cocktail server which will run $1000.00. The packages go down from there all the way to Individual VIP tickets. For information on VIP Tickets call 843-225-PLEX or 843-412-0362 Directions: The Plex 2390 West Aviation Ave. North Charleston Questions: 843-225-PLEX or 843-412-0362 Reservations: are suggested in advance and can be made by logging onto www.ThePlexOnline.com Sponsors: Comcast Cable, VH-1, MTV, Comedy Central, B-92 Stoli, Malibu, The PLEX, Carolina Nightlife

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