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		<title>Socialnights presents SUNSET SUNDAYS at Mary’s (Formerly Firewater)</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:01:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[DO YOU REMEMBER FIREWATER? NOW IMAGINE IT ON STEROIDS! Starting this Sunday July 17th, SUNSET SUNDAYS "The Return of the Ultimate Sunday Funday" @ MARY'S ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX (FORMERLY FIREWATER)]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.mysunsetsundays.com/audio/sunsetsundays.mp3">Sunset Sundays<br />
</a><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-116" title="sunset_bk" src="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/sunset_bk.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="1192" /></p>
<p>DO YOU REMEMBER FIREWATER? NOW IMAGINE IT ON STEROIDS!</p>
<p>Starting July 17, 2011 &gt;&gt; WWEG | DRIZZE INC. | IKON | PARTYCHASER.COM present&#8230;</p>
<p>SUNSET SUNDAYS &#8220;The Return of the Ultimate Sunday Funday&#8221;</p>
<p>MARY&#8217;S ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX (FORMERLY FIREWATER)</p>
<p>THIS WEEK&#8217;S TALENT:<br />
SHO WILLIAMS<br />
DJ STEVE NICE<br />
DJ ASAP<br />
DJ RED &#8220;THE EMCEE&#8217;</p>
<p>MARY&#8217;S SOUTHERN CUISINE<br />
10261 E Technology Blvd<br />
Dallas, TX 75220</p>
<p>3pm-12am</p>
<p>SOUTHERN CUISINE INSPIRED KITCHEN OPEN ALL NIGHT</p>
<p>FREE UNTIL 5PM</p>
<p>VESTED BIKERS FREE TILL 7PM, FREE BIKE PARKING in DESIGNATED AREA&#8217;S ONLY!</p>
<p>BARBERS AND STYLISTS FREE TIL 7 WITH BIZ CARD AND PROPER ID</p>
<p>$1 MARGARITAS TIL 5PM</p>
<p>LIVE ENTERTAINMENT</p>
<p>CONCERTS AND SPECIAL CELEBRITY APPEARANCES</p>
<p>CELEBRITY DJ&#8217;S</p>
<p>10,000 SQUARE FEET OF FUN</p>
<p>CARDS AND DOMINOES</p>
<p>3 LEVELS</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.maryssoutherncuisine.com/" target="_blank">http://www.maryssoutherncu​isine.com/</a></p>
<p>for table reservations and/or bottle service 214-573-8787 xt 2 or 214-986-3693</p>
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		<title>Socialnights presents SUNSET SUNDAYS at Mary&#8217;s (Formerly Firewater)</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:58:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[DO YOU REMEMBER FIREWATER? NOW IMAGINE IT ON STEROIDS! Starting this Sunday July 17th, SUNSET SUNDAYS "The Return of the Ultimate Sunday Funday" @ MARY'S ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX (FORMERLY FIREWATER)]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/sunset_ft.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-114" title="sunset_ft" src="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/sunset_ft.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="1192" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/sunset_bk.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-116" title="sunset_bk" src="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/sunset_bk.jpg" alt="" width="500" height="1192" /></a>DO YOU REMEMBER FIREWATER? NOW IMAGINE IT ON STEROIDS!<br />
Starting July 17, 2011 &gt;&gt; WWEG | DRIZZE INC. | IKON | PARTYCHASER.COM present&#8230;</p>
<p>SUNSET SUNDAYS &#8220;The Return of the Ultimate Sunday Funday&#8221;</p>
<p>MARY&#8217;S ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX (FORMERLY FIREWATER)</p>
<p>THIS WEEK&#8217;S TALENT:<br />
SHO WILLIAMS<br />
DJ STEVE NICE<br />
DJ ASAP<br />
DJ RED &#8220;THE EMCEE&#8217;</p>
<p>MARY&#8217;S SOUTHERN CUISINE<br />
10261 E Technology Blvd<br />
Dallas, TX 75220</p>
<p>3pm-12am</p>
<p>SOUTHERN CUISINE INSPIRED KITCHEN OPEN ALL NIGHT</p>
<p>FREE UNTIL 5PM</p>
<p>VESTED BIKERS FREE TILL 7PM, FREE BIKE PARKING in DESIGNATED AREA&#8217;S ONLY!</p>
<p>BARBERS AND STYLISTS FREE TIL 7 WITH BIZ CARD AND PROPER ID</p>
<p>$1 MARGARITAS TIL 5PM</p>
<p>LIVE ENTERTAINMENT</p>
<p>CONCERTS AND SPECIAL CELEBRITY APPEARANCES</p>
<p>CELEBRITY DJ&#8217;S</p>
<p>10,000 SQUARE FEET OF FUN</p>
<p>CARDS AND DOMINOES</p>
<p>3 LEVELS</p>
<p>http://www.maryssoutherncu​isine.com/</p>
<p>for table reservations and/or bottle service 214-573-8787 xt 2 or 214-986-3693</p>
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		<title>Access Granted: 80&#8242;s vs 90&#8242;s Superbowl Afterparty at Deux Lounge</title>
		<link>http://socialnights.com/events/access-granted-80s-vs-90s-superbowl-afterparty-at-deux-lounge/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2011 20:43:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[ACCESS GRANTED: 80's vs. 90's Superbowl Afterparty Affair]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/access_granted.jpg"></a>IEG NATION &gt; SOCIALNIGHTS.COM&gt;THE FOUNDATION&gt;V’S VIBE SPOT<br />
ON-POINT ENTERPRISES &gt; LATINO LIFESTYLE</p>
<p>ACCESS GRANTED<br />
80&#8242;s vs. 90&#8242;s Superbowl Afterparty Affair</p>
<p>For tickets: http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/accessgranted/</p>
<p>Deux Lounge<br />
5321 East Mockingbird Ln<br />
Dallas, TX 75206</p>
<p>Sounds provided by:<br />
DJ M. Knight + VJ Izzy + DJ Kurve</p>
<p>Confirmed and Invited Guests:<br />
Randy Moss- Titans<br />
Vince Young- Titans<br />
Cedric Benson- Bears<br />
Quan Cosby- Bengals<br />
Kasey Studdard- Texans<br />
David Hawethorne- Seahawks<br />
Chris Houston- Lions<br />
Limas Sweed- Steelers<br />
Danieal Manning- Bears<br />
Micah Johnson- Chiefs<br />
Brandon LaFell- Panthers<br />
Tarell Brown- 49ers<br />
Brian Iwuh- Bears<br />
Michael Coe- Giants<br />
Lamar Houston- Raiders<br />
Jeremy Williams- Eagles<br />
Chris Ogbonnaya- Texans<br />
Ryan Mathews- Chargers<br />
Michael Griffin- Titans<br />
Mike Goodson- Panthers<br />
and Nick Fairley- projected first overall pick in 2011 Draft.</p>
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		<title>Central 214 @ Hotel Palomar Dallas</title>
		<link>http://socialnights.com/travel/central-214-hotel-palomar-dallas/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 05:20:48 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Central214 at The Hotel Palomar Dallas host the prestigious Socialnights Launch event]]></description>
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<span><br />
The Hotel Palomar Dallas, a new Kimpton Hotel, centers itself between the vibrant, upscale Lakewood and Park Cities neighborhood, just moments from Southern Methodist University and a few short miles from the Dallas Convention Center. Hotel Palomar is also home to two top Dallas restaurants: the hot, new Central 214, and the original Polynesian hot spot, Trader Vic&#8217;s. Upstairs, on the second floor, the hotel offers 9,000 square feet of event space and meeting rooms ideal for your conference, Dallas wedding, or social event. </span></p>
<p><span>The onsite 24-hour business center includes copier, fax, high-speed Internet access via center&#8217;s PC and Mac (which include all Microsoft Office programs), printers, and support for technical issues. Adjacent to the hotel is the nationally renowned Exhale, a mind body spa, along with access to the state-of-the-art fitness center, and just above the flagstone-paved terrace is the rejuvenating infinity-edged pool, casitas, and loggia lounge.</span></p>
<p><span> The 198-room hotel suites and guestrooms feature a rich earth-toned color scheme that highlights the visual story of the hotel. The room amenities include wired high-speed Internet access, 32-inch flat screen TVs, DVD players, CD players, alarm clocks, irons and ironing boards, hairdryers, luxurious zebra-print bathrobes, and full-length mirrors. The environmental program, Kimpton Hotels EarthCare, supports a sustainable world by using non-intrusive, high quality, eco-friendly products and services, including In-Room recycling bins, non-toxic cleaners, organic honor bar items and water/energy efficient measures. Kimpton Hotels EarthCare products and practices are based on California Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Green Lodging Guidelines.</span></p>
<p>Purchase tickets for the socialnights.com event online at <a href="http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/bizmarkie/" target="_blank">http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/bizmarkie/</a></p>
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		<title>Socialnights Superbowl XLV Launch Party</title>
		<link>http://socialnights.com/events/launch-part/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 02:18:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[SocialNights.com is proud to host its 3rd Event at Hotel Palomar-Dallas]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/bizmarkie/"><img class="size-full wp-image-28 alignnone" title="Socialnights Launch Event" src="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/bizmarkie_ft.jpg" alt="Purchase Tickets" width="700" height="467" /></a></p>
<p>SocialNights.com’s mission is to provide a platform for elegant socialites (30 and up) while proving to our patrons that tasteful events for the” mature crowd” still exist.  With the experience from the founder’s of SocialNights.com, we can guarantee that any event put in our hands will be an experience to remember. We specialize in catering to the elite and sophisticated crowd that truly grasp the feel of a night out on the town.  Our headliners for our events range from  A-list celebrities, fashion designers, talent agencies, Fortune 500 Companies,  local celebrities, non-profit organizations and  more  to showcase their unique benefit to each event. Not only do these efforts support our love for the mature night life industry but it allows our events to stand out from the rest because of the attention and that we give to each patron to make sure they are completely satisfied and comfortable in our settings</p>
<p>SocialNights.com is proud to host its 3<sup>rd</sup> Event at Hotel Palomar-Dallas (Central 214).  Last year’s “All-Star 30” Event was an extraordinary turn out and we have been called back to represent Central 214 for its elegant ambiance, tasteful food menu and specialty drinks for Super Bowl XLV. This year’s event consist of  the following Headliners:</p>
<p>Emerlyn &amp; Ester Boutique Atlanta, GA <a href="http://www.emerlynandester.com/">www.emerlynandester.com</a></p>
<p>Monyetta Shaw (Fashionista, Actress &amp; Model)</p>
<p>Chanita Foster (VH1’s NFL Wives, Off The Field Organization)</p>
<p>Ivory (VH1’s I Want to Work for Diddy)</p>
<p>DJ Biz Markie (World Renowned  &amp; Legendary Celebrity DJ ) www.bizmarkie.com</p>
<p>For tickets and bottle service <a href="http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/bizmarkie/">http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/bizmarkie/</a></p>
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		<title>Socialnights Superbowl XLV Launch Party</title>
		<link>http://socialnights.com/events/socialnights-superbowl-xlv-launch-party/</link>
		<comments>http://socialnights.com/events/socialnights-superbowl-xlv-launch-party/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 02:16:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Socialnights.com and off the filed present the Socialnights Launch event at Central 214 (Hotel Palomar)]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/bizmarkie/"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-52" title="bizmarkie_bk" src="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/bizmarkie_bk.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="467" /></a></p>
<p>SocialNights.com’s mission is to provide a platform for elegant socialites (30 and up) while proving to our patrons that tasteful events for the” mature crowd” still exist.  With the experience from the founder’s of SocialNights.com, we can guarantee that any event put in our hands will be an experience to remember. We specialize in catering to the elite and sophisticated crowd that truly grasp the feel of a night out on the town.  Our headliners for our events range from  A-list celebrities, fashion designers, talent agencies, Fortune 500 Companies,  local celebrities, non-profit organizations and  more  to showcase their unique benefit to each event. Not only do these efforts support our love for the mature night life industry but it allows our events to stand out from the rest because of the attention and that we give to each patron to make sure they are completely satisfied and comfortable in our settings</p>
<p>SocialNights.com is proud to host its 3<sup>rd</sup> Event at Hotel Palomar-Dallas (Central 214).  Last year’s “All-Star 30” Event was an extraordinary turn out and we have been called back to represent Central 214 for its elegant ambiance, tasteful food menu and specialty drinks for Super Bowl XLV.</p>
<p>This year’s event consist of  the following Headliners:</p>
<p>Emerlyn &amp; Ester Boutique Atlanta, GA <a href="http://www.emerlynandester.com/">www.emerlynandester.com</a></p>
<p>Monyetta Shaw (Fashionista, Actress &amp; Model)</p>
<p>Chanita Foster (VH1’s NFL Wives, Off The Field Organization)</p>
<p>Ivory (VH1’s I Want to Work for Diddy)</p>
<p>DJ Biz Markie (World Renowned  &amp; Legendary Celebrity DJ ) www.bizmarkie.com</p>
<p>For tickets and bottle service <a href="http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/bizmarkie/">http://socialnights.ticketleap.com/bizmarkie/</a></p>
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		<title>Prince added to festivities for Super Bowl weekend</title>
		<link>http://socialnights.com/music/prince-added-to-festivities-for-super-bowl-weekend/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 02:16:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The artist once formerly known as Prince is performing at the site formerly known as Reunion Arena . During Super Bowl weekend, no less]]></description>
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<p>The artist once formerly known as Prince is performing at the site formerly known as <a href="http://topics.dallasnews.com/topic/Reunion_Arena">Reunion Arena</a> . During <a href="http://topics.dallasnews.com/topic/Super_Bowl">Super Bowl</a> weekend, no less.</p>
<p>Prince takes the stage Friday, Feb. 4 at theEvent, benefiting the Goss-Michael Foundation. The evening of music and culture features food, guest DJs, a silent auction and other special guests.</p>
<p>Tickets start at $1,500 per person, which includes general admission, open bar and food stations. The soiree begins at 8 p.m. at theEvent Tent Complex, a climate-controlled performance tent at the former Reunion Arena site.</p>
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		<title>Super Bowl XLV Weekend</title>
		<link>http://socialnights.com/sports/super-bowl-xlv/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 02:09:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Super Bowl XLV will be the 45th annual edition of the Super Bowl in American football, and the 41st annual championship game of the modern-era National Football League (NFL)]]></description>
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<p>Super Bowl XLV will be the 45th annual edition of the Super Bowl in American football, and the 41st annual championship game of the modern-era National Football League (NFL). The game, to be played on February 6, 2011, will pit the champions of the AFC and the NFC and will be held at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.</p>
<p>This will be the first time that the Super Bowl will be held in the Dallas – Fort Worth area; the third time it will be held in Texas (Houston was the host city to Super Bowls VIII and XXXVIII); and, the fifth time the same city hosting the Super Bowl also hosted a World Series game the preceding autumn. Kickoff time is approximately 5:25pm CST</p>
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		<title>David Minott Urges Black Community to Flex Its Economic Power</title>
		<link>http://socialnights.com/music/david-minott-urges-black-community-to-flex-its-economic-power/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 22 Jan 2011 00:23:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Minott campaigns for a blackout]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_75" class="wp-caption alignleft" style="width: 225px"><a href="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/David-M.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-75 " title="David-M" src="http://socialnights.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/David-M.jpg" alt="" width="215" height="329" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">David Minott campaigns for a blackout</p></div>
<p>The world music artist launches national campaign to boycott cell phone usage for 24-hours in February</p>
<p>According to a <a href="http://blackchristiannews.com/news/2011/01/despite-increased-access-to-internet-blacks-and-latinos-still-on-wrong-side-of-digital-divide.html" target="_blank">July 2010 poll</a>, 46% of African Americans mostly use their phones to access the Internet, 41% for e-mails, and 33% for Facebook. Despite the breadth of information accessible online, these numbers suggest that members of the Black community are more concerned with entertainment. World music artist <strong>David Minott</strong> aims to change that by calling millions of African Americans to action in an effort to show them how they&#8217;ve been underusing the power at their disposal.</p>
<p>With today marking <strong>Martin Luther King Jr. Day</strong>, the Jamaican born-and-bred musician announced the launch of his “<a href="http://www.facebook.com/david.minott" target="_blank">Our Silence Speaks Volumes: The Black Out</a>” campaign. Over the course of the next two weeks, Minott will urge people of color to turn off their cell phones for 24 hours starting on the first day of Black History Month, Feb. 1. According to the <a href="http://blackchamberofcommerce.org/modules/smartpartner/partner.php?id=9" target="_blank">US Bureau of Census</a>, the black community has an excess of $800 billion in expendable income annually, but still lacks the power of ownership.</p>
<p>&#8220;The silence campaign speaks on what&#8217;s missing in the black community,&#8221; says Minott, who performs under the name David M. &#8220;Blacks are the largest users of tech, cell phones, text messaging, and have a strong Internet presence as a group.&#8221;</p>
<p>As part of the campaign, Minott penned &#8220;<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27Ipjv2xu2k" target="_blank">Lest We Forget</a>,&#8221; which not only serves as its anthem but a poignant reminder of how far African Americans have come. &#8220;I was a part of Martin Luther King&#8217;s struggle and saw the beginning efforts of him trying to unite our people,&#8221; says the father of four. &#8220;Many years after, I saw history made with the first Black president and wanted to celebrate their combined accomplishments, so I wrote the song &#8216;Lest We Forget.&#8217;&#8221;</p>
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