Trancegiving (Thanksgiving Eve) w/ Arnej – At Ultrabar 11.27.13
Trancegiving w/ Arnej
Wednesday November 27, 2013
Doors at 10PM. No dress code. Ages 18+
Ultrabar • 911 F Street NW • Washington, DC
$300 Grey Goose & Champagne
$500 (2) Grey Goose & Champagne
Join Glow and Arnej, let’s give thanks!
Pre-Thanksgiving Bash – 11.26.13 at Josephine
Pre-Thanksgiving Bash
Josephine – 1008 Vermont Ave NW
Panorama Productions presents its 11th annual pre-Thanksgiving celebration on Tuesday, November 26th at Josephine. Before gobbling down turkey and pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving, work up your appetite with us on the dance floor.
Drink Specials:
Open Bar 10-11pm
$4 Bud Light
$6 Cranberry Vodka
$150 Bottles of Belvedere vodka
Free admission for ages 18+ free before 11pm with a college ID or free VIP pass. Ages 21+ free before midnight.
For Bottle Service & More Information: 202.271.1171
Lineup:
DJ SAAM will be spinning all night!
Latin music in the Gold Room!
18+
10:00PM – 2:00AM
Keep it fresh, crisp and clean. No shorts, sandals or baggy anything. You’re going out and it’s not to the mall. Looking ‘put together’ is everything.
Location:
Josephine is located at 1008 Vermont Ave NW.
Venue:
Josephine Lounge in Washington DC is famous for the luxurious playground it provides The District’s young, upscale, fun-loving thrill seekers. Named after Napoleon’s first wife, the lounge is described as “a dark and mysterious adult fun house, all done up in black walls, lavender lights and multifaceted mirrors with embedded LEDs everywhere you look.”
I ♥ Zombies: 11.23.13 at Ultrabar
Panorama Productions and Ultrabar Present:
I <3 Zombies
Zombies are Coming to DC!
Saturday, November 23, 2013
Ultrabar • 911 F Street NW • Washington, DC
Zombies are coming to DC! Keep calm and carry on? Don’t think so. Run to Ultrabar this Saturday for a I Heart Zombies Party! If you’re attacked by a zombie, don’t hide or shoot…dance and drink!
- 5 Levels, 4 DJs spinning Top 40, House and International
- $150 bottles of Stoli
- Bottle service available at (202) 271 1171
- $6 Zombie drinks
- Ages 18+ w/ valid ID
- Dressy Casual
Music Format:
– Main Floor: DJ Saam (Top 40, Mashups, Hip Hop)
– Vault: DJ George (House, Dance, International)
– Bedroom: DJ Suelto (S. American + International)
– Chroma: DJ Geometrix (Top 40, Mashups, Hip Hop)
Proof That Models Are Not Real Humans
No, we’re not talking about fake Facebook models. Unfortunately they’re all too real…
Found on George Takei’s Facebook Page (aka the best Facebook page EVER) and reposted via upworth.com, a video titled ‘the power of Adobe Photoshop’ shows in 37 seconds how powerful the graphic design tool truly is.
A time-lapse video from start to finish of a model posing, having her hair and makeup done, being photographed and then that photograph being photoshopped… is proof that the models you see in the media are in fact, not human.
The bigger issue is obviously how society has subconsciously forced women to believe that they are never attractive enough. But at the end of the day – no woman – not even the actual model in the photo – is attractive as the cartoon you’re comparing yourself to. So ladies – this goes out to you: Don’t stress so hard about looking beautiful. Because you’ll never be as pretty as a professionally photoshopped model. As you can see above, neither is the actual model.
Someone, somewhere is now trying to figure out how to sue Adobe for their friend, relative or client’s depression, anorexia and/or low self-esteem. Feels like these days low self-esteem perpetuated by media and educational facades is an actual condition, no?
And this, friends, is why being awesome at Photoshop is something you want in on. We’re always on the look out for interns skilled in making people look hotter than they actually are. If you’re interested (in graphic design or becoming hotter) drop us a line at info@dcclubbing.com/wordpress2 🙂
Flash
- Venue Type: Club/Bar
- Amenities: Photobooth, Two Levels, Full Bar, Outdoor Patio, Coat Check, Bottle Service, Street Parking
- Hours: Wed – Thurs: 6pm – 11pm, Fri – Sat: 6pm – 3am
- Dress Code: Casual
- Age Requirement: 21+
- Location: U Street/Shaw District
- Address: 645 Florida Ave NW
- Contact: (202) 827-8791
- Website: http://www.flashdc.com
Venue Overview:
Flash is a new dance venue located in the Shaw District. When you first walk in, the ground floor is a trendy, modern bar with a food menu (currently being updated), and a patio area out front. One of the coolest features of Flash is the photobooth on the first floor. The line to get upstairs to the main room gets a little long sometimes, so the photobooth provides a nice distraction and an awesome way to document the night out with friends. Admission is usually free before 11 pm, after that there is a cover charge of $10-$15 depending on the night.
The main room at Flash nightclub’s upstairs level upstairs isn’t that big – capacity of 200 people – but what Flash lounge lacks in space, they make up for with tasteful decoration and sound. Once you see the DJ booth, you’ll understand why they called the venue Flash; the back wall surrounding the DJ booth is made up entirely of old camera flash attachments that light up and “flash” during the DJ set. Flash is also the only nightclub in the District to use Full Fat Audio amplifiers, so the sound is extra loud. If you’re into deep house, tech house, or underground, then Flash is the place for you. The club was recently filled to max capacity for Hot Since 82’s North American tour.
Seating upstairs is plentiful, with booths and tables lining both walls. Be careful with your drinks though, the tables are a little uneven and drinks tend to spill if you put them in the wrong spot. Bottle service is available upon request.
Photo Tour:
Bitstrips: The Gift That Keeps on Giving Even After You Try to Return It
Today’s lesson is on the anomaly known as Bitstrips, and how to try to block it.
I had blocked the app immediately after seeing how my Facebook friends have the creativity comparable to that of the chick from Twilight’s facial expressions (see: none), but alas, Bitstrips, being the dubstep of apps, somehow wobble, womped, and twerked its way back onto my news feed.
Because Bitstrips is essentially a cesspool of inside jokes, whenever the parties involved comment on one, we see it magically re-appear on our news feeds. The revolving door of Bitstrips is horrible and unavoidable. Blocking it does help alleviate some of the pain and at first you may feel like Julia Roberts in “Pretty Woman,” freed and like a new life is beginning, but in the end you cannot escape the fact that you got still got banged by everyone. Every so often a friendly reminder will pop up and you catch yourself crying in a corner listening to Dashboard Confessional.
While the concept of the app is clever, it is the users that are making our news feeds an island surrounded by diarrhea. As if pictures of food and duckface selfies are not enough, we now have to deal with comic strips that make absolutely no sense. What baffles me about the whole phenomenon is that I never saw one that was remotely funny. If you think they are funny you probably watch reruns of “Everybody Loves Raymond” and have a group of friends aptly named “the Mean Girls.” Possibly a Facebook album named “I might be bad but I’m perfectly good at it” as well. You also may have quoted Marilyn Monroe as a status update more than once. If so I hate you. Seriously, why do people idolize her? She was like the classic slut.
But I digress, we have now reached the point where people reading this will say, “I totes have made some awesome Bitstrips.” To all of you I issue this challenge. Make one that is not an inside joke and is actually funny. Post it in the comment section provided below. Tag me in it. Tweet me it. Whatever. If it is actually funny, you get rewarded with the prize of wasting your time by making a Bitstrip.
For everyone else, here are some simple instructions on how to try and block Bitstrips.
Method 1:
1) Click on the Facebook Account Settings icon, and click the “Blocking” option on the left side of your screen.
2) Now scroll down to the “Block Apps” option at the bottom.
3) Type in “Bitstrips.”
Method 2:
Find a Bitstrip on your news feed and click on the down arrow located in the top right of the post. You then simply click on the Hide all from Bitstrips options and they will be removed from your Facebook new feed.
Method 3:
Delete all of your friends. Live Bitstrips in real life.
Bitstrips: So not fetch.
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LIKE OMG BONUS MATERIAL: This is what Bitstrips looks like to people that are not involved in your Bitstrips.
Prostitutes are Beliebers
Justin Bieber yolo’d his way into the headlines yet again this past weekend in Brazil. When the wonder boy is not busy churning out hits from his bong heart, he is hard at work stealing the heart of a Brazilian prostitute. What is that? I made a mistake? It was two prostitutes? I apologize and stand corrected.
El Biebs was caught sneaking out of the popular brothel Centauros with two females this past Friday in Rio de Janeiro. While it is not confirmed that the two females were prostitutes, it is general logic that when a person leaves a whorehouse with two people that he did not enter with, they may, in fact, be prostitutes. In addition to this Bieber left with a blanket draped over him that had the sex den’s logo on it, leaving us to believe that “being discreet about things” is not high on the pop star’s priority list.
Later in the morning he was kicked out of the hotel for breaking their rules. His management claims that the artist left due to hordes of fans ambushing the hotel. I am claiming that he and Miley Cyrus are on a tight timeframe to see who can officially lay claim to the title “Ratchet Jesus.”
Earlier Bieber had showed up an hour and a half late to his show, and three hours late to a meet and greet that fans had paid over $1000 each in order to attend. It was reported that Bieber stormed off stage during his performance earlier after getting hit by a water bottle all whilst kicking the Brazilian flags that were left on stage from fans.
This of course comes after reports that Bieber had allegedly paid a hooker in Panama City at a club $500 to have sex and smoke weed in his hotel room the week before.
Apart from all of this, there are many positive highlights that allow Justin Bieber to shine. The most notable of these events can be found below in no particular order:
-Getting out of various speeding tickets (caught on camera with no cars following him) by telling police officers that he was “evading paparazzi:” We cannot imagine how hard it must be having to deal with imaginary photographers chasing you in imaginary photographer rocket cars that turn invisible upon spotting cop cars.
-Spitting on fans: Can these fans really be mad? They have been waiting to swap spit with Sir Bieber for years, and he was caring enough to oblige to their demands (and prostitutes).
-Punching EDM DJ Michael Woods’ tour manager in the face after the EDM DJ refused to play hip hop: Can you blame him? What is worse than going to an EDM DJ’s EDM set and only hearing EDM music being played? The DJ told the shirtless Bieber to “f*ck off and put a shirt on.” Clubs can get hot, and Michael Woods should know that. Sometimes the only viable option to cool down is rip your shirt off and demand some Drake. If I do not hear at least one variation of “Starships” by Nicki Minaj during a night out I usually chalk it up as a wasted night.
-After punching Michael Woods’ tour manager, Bieber ran behind his security screaming “recognize when you see a real n*gga:” Have you ever seen or met an EDM DJ? They are the most frightening human beings on planet earth behind hipsters and Snooki. In Beiber’s defense, Michael Woods was totally not being PLUR by not playing hip hop and being unable to recognize that Bieber is a “real n*gga.” Stay black. Stay proud Justin.
-Peeing in a restaurant’s mop bucket: I cannot lie and for once I am not being sarcastic. I respect this power move. Well done.
Of course I could continue on in the glorious YOLO swag life of the mighty Bieber, but it would detract from the real point of this article.
We want to salute the audience member that managed to hit Justin Bieber with a bottle of water. With one swift throw and pinpoint accuracy that would rival Tony Romo to opposing defensive backs, you managed to hit the bane of everyone’s existence and subsequently send him to the loving arms of two Brazilian prostitutes. In the end, that is what the kid needs. Some tender love and care. And an STD test.
Canada: America’s hat.
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How To Make Your Own Sriracha Sauce (and survive a shortage)
In case you’re living under a rock, the Srirachapocalypse is nigh. We all await the fate of one of the greatest sauces on Earth, but there is still hope.
As our government tries to figure out their own issues, the country prepares itself for the real problem involving the possible suspension of Sriracha production. What some are understandably considering the apocalypse and others the second coming of Miley Cyrus is threatening the taste buds of many food enthusiasts not yet ready to give up the infamous rooster sauce.
David Tran, CEO and founder of Huy Fong Foods which makes the sauce, has already stated that “If the city shuts us down, the price of Sriracha will jump up a lot.” This has sparked an uproar on all social media outlets with threats that would make Chris Brown look like Drake on all levels.
But where there is a will there is a way. For those with culinary prowess, we present you with a way to create your own Sriracha substitute in just 25 minutes. Of course, you could continue to go to your local Asian food market and stockpile bottle for cheaper prices than at your local supermarket.
So until we find out the official decision on the possible suspension Thursday, we hope this helps you cope with any stress you have been feeling this week. Now if only the guy who produced “Friday” by Rebecca Black wouldn’t create another song making this situation worse, we can live happy for now. Oh wait…
Sriracha-style hot sauce
Total time: 25 minutes
Servings: Makes about 1½ cups sauce
Note: This sauce should be prepared in a well-ventilated area and is best prepared at least 1 to 2 days before using. Cane vinegar and palm sugar can be found at select well-stocked cooking stores, as well as Asian markets.
1 pound mixed fresh red chiles (such as red Fresnos or jalapeños), stemmed and chopped
2 to 4 cloves garlic
1/4 cup cane or rice vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt, more if desired
2 tablespoons palm or light brown sugar, more if desired
1. In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the chiles, garlic, vinegar, salt and sugar to form a coarse paste.
2. Remove the mixture to a non-reactive saucepan and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the aroma softens or mellows a bit, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
3. Blend the sauce again to form a smooth paste, thinning as desired with water.
4. Strain the sauce, pressing the solids through a fine mesh strainer with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Taste the sauce, and tweak the flavors as desired with additional salt, sugar or vinegar. Remove the sauce to a glass jar or bottle and cool completely. Refrigerate until needed.
Each tablespoon: 13 calories; 0 protein; 3 grams carbohydrates; 0 fiber; 0 fat; 0 cholesterol; 2 grams sugar; 133 mg sodium.
Source for recipe:
http://www.latimes.com/features/food/la-fo-hot-sauce-rec2-20130126,0,2437476.story#axzz2jFvb9m5W
CLOSED: Cloakroom
- Venue Type: Upscale Gentlemen’s Club
- Amenities: Ahem, do we really have to tell you?
- Hours: Weekdays: 11am – 2am
Weekends: 12pm – 3am - Dress Code: Business casual. Team jerseys allowed Sundays and local team game days.
- Age Requirement: 21+
- Location: Chinatown
- Address: 476 K St NW, Washington, DC
- Contact: 202.371.2223
- Website: www.cloakroomdc.com
Venue Overview
The Cloakroom is Washington, DC’s newest and most luxurious gentlemen’s club. There are plenty of strip gentlemen’s clubs in DC, but as soon as you approach Cloakroom you know it’s going to be different. Being greeted at the door by polite and friendly staff is refreshing, in fact all of Cloakroom’s staff fits that bill. After walking past the velvet ropes and making your way inside a massive main stage is the center of attraction. One side is adjoined by a bar complete with seating. Multicolor lights and funky (in a good way) carpets give the venue a retro-chic feel with modern features.
Seating is comfortable, and refined. Two two-story poles (and of course the dancers) steal the show. They have to be seen in person for full effect but we can tell you they look like they go on forever.
The second story has a VIP feel complete with its own seating, a separate stage and bar. No need to miss the action on the main floor though, the second floor wraps around complete with clear views of everything going on. A VIP Guest Lounge truly defines VIP accommodations: the closed-off room contains couches and plenty of space and an option to view what’s going on outside. A DJ booth is also on this level with clear sight lines of the entire venue. This open format compliments the setting nicely.
Food and drinks are done right, the hilarious menu makes ordering food much more fun than it should be. Cloakroom raises the bar on adult entertainment while offering a comfortable environment for all.
Photo Tour
All images courtesy cloakroomdc.com and facebook.com/cloakroomdc
What do you think?
How was your experience at The Cloakroom, DC? Share your feedback below!
2013 Halloween Party Guide – Washington, DC
Halloween Parties 2013 Washington DC:
One day of Halloween not enough for you? Us either.
Thursday 10.31.13 – Gloween at Ultrabar w/ Manufactured Superstars
EDM in DC goes extra spooky for Halloween.
Glow throws its annual halloween party at Ultrabar this year. 4 levels of fright and everyone decked out in costume. Throw the Manufactured Superstars into DC’s #1 dance club and you know it’s about to go down. More info on clubglow.com.
For tables call 202.271.1171
Thursday 10.31.13 – Passion Pit at Echostage
Not exactly a Halloween Party but who cares!
It’s Halloween and it’s time to be out and about. Echostage brings live music to DC, get your tickets!
For VIP packages call 202.503.2331
Thursday 10.31.13 – Nightmare at Josephine
Josephine brings the fright into the night on October 31!
Grab a costume and a cocktail, this ride is about to get a little bumpy!
For tables call 202.347.8601
Thursday 10.31.13 – Halloween Party at Barcode
Grab your costume, it’s the Halloween Party! Everyone in costume receives 1/2 price drinks and a chance to win a $300 gift certificate.
For tables call 202.955.9001
Friday 11.1.13 – Tricks & Treats @ Barcode
It’s time to get extra weird at Barcode Friday
No need to go trick or treating to make yourself feel like a kid again. We’ll be providing the tricks and something good to eat at Barcode Restaurant & Lounge
No cover charge | Ages 21+ | For tables call 202.271.1171 | More info
Friday 11.1.13 – Fright Night @ Ultrabar
DC Dance Party goes spooky for Halloween.
Wear your sexiest, scariest, funniest costumes to DC’s spookiest Halloween party. Drinks 1/2 off 10-11, free admission for ages 21+ before midnight! Visit Facebook for details.
For tables call 202.638.4663
Saturday 11.2.13 – Nightmare on F Street @ Ultrabar
Frightening festivities are aplenty at Ultrabar. Decorations everywhere with customers and staff in full Halloween attire!
Head to the event listing for details. For tables call 202.271.1171
