Black GQ Entertainment: Underground Inauguration events

Shout out to the mayor of Capitol Hill/DC: Mike McQuerry



Some of the Underground Inauguration Events

January 14th – 20th

Wednesday, January 14th

7pm - Stetson’s Famous Bar & Grill will host the unveiling of a trailer for an upcoming documentary that explores how the “Joe the Plumber” phenomenon became one of the most defining moments of the 2008 presidential election. The film “JoeBama: A Catchphrase, The Real Joes, and How Ohio Was Won” will be released in its entirety later this year. The event will be attended by the producers of the film from Impulse Media Productions, Inc and a number of individuals who appear in the film. Members of the press and the general public are welcome to attend.

Who: Film Producers, Campaign Organizers, General Public
What: Unveiling of the trailer for “JoeBama: A Catchphrase, The Real Joes, and How Ohio Was Won”
Where: Stetson’s Famous Bar & Grill – 1610 U St., NW in Washington, DC
When: Wednesday, January 14th
For more information on the documentary, please contact Matt Meyer at matt@impulsemp.com.

Thursday, January 15th

5:30pm - Obamanatics: Pre-Inauguration Gathering
Dinner Party & BaRock the Way Happy Hour
@ Jin Bistro Lounge
2017 14th Street NW
FREE All Night

5pm – PANDORA @ The Park
On January 15th, The Usual Suspectz, Triple Crown & TEAMBBC.COM invite you to join us in celebration of a true milestone in American History. As we prepare for our President Elect to take his new office, and give birth to a “new” nation, we will also in regal style and fashion, celebrate the birth of The Society of the Crown. The Society of the Crown is a collection of America’s top brass. The few who influence and shape the direction of young America - Those who continue to empower change in our increasingly complex society. We have great confidence that our newly elected President shares the same vision. In honor of this once in a lifetime event, we invite you to raise a glass and toast this momentous occasion - a true achievement which belongs to all Americans.

RSVP for membership and complimentary VIP admission before 9.
Email membership@pandorathursday.com by 4pm Thursday, January 15th.
Louis Vuittion Moet Hennessy, Ciroc, Bad Boy Entertainment, NBLSA, NBA-YLD, NSBE-AEDC, PAN-HELL
The Park at Fourteenth • 920 14th St. NW WDC • 20005

Friday, January 16th

8pm - Belvedere Presents Jay-Z’s Inaugural Gala – Sophisticated Refined
@ Love
1350 Okie Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002
Semi Formal Attire
www.LovetheClub.com for more info

10pm - Hypnotik Entertainment, DT Nation & Esby Inc. Present:
"Initiation"
Where: Café Asia
1720 I St NW Washington DC
www.hypnotikentertainment.com for more info

Saturday, January 17th

2pm - Inauguration Event - Meet Kwame Jackson from The Apprentice
Discover Krimson by Kwame, the executive neckwear collection from Kwame Jackson, from TV’s The Apprentice. He will help you select the perfect tie, offer professional style cues, and sign autographs. Plus, with any Krimson neckwear purchase, score a special gift.
Where: Men’s Furnishings on Main Floor of Macy’s @ Pentagon City

6:00pm – 9:00pm - Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration (Black Tie Gala Reception)
Held at the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt
3521 International Court, NW
Washington DC 20008

9 pm - Celebrating Achievement – Manifesting Change
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Pre-Inaugural Ball
Formal Attire
Martin’s Crosswinds
7400 Greenway Center Drive
Greenbelt, MD 20770
9-11pm Open Bar and Buffet
For more info go to www.collegeparksandsandyspring.org/website

10pm - MLK /Inauguration Weekend (House Music Lovers)
SHIFT - Classic Beats on Full Blast with DJ’s Danny Krivit+Ron Trent along with your local DC Favorite DJ’s Chris Burns + 007
@ Warehouse Loft
411 NY Ave NE W DC
10pm-5am $15 before $20 after

Sunday, January 18th

12:00pm – 3:00pm - President-elect Barack Obama will kick off the schedule of official inaugural activities in Washington, D.C., with a welcome event on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on Sunday afternoon. The event will be free and open to the public.

3:30pm-4:30pm - Gospel Musical Concert at Mt Pleasant Baptist Church



2pm – 8pm - East Coast Caribbean Events, Mixx Productions, Caribbean Nationals for Obama, Caribbean Democrats for Obama & Special Guest Host: Marlon Hill Attorney, Florida Elector, & Social Activist, Host of D' Peoples Politics on Caribbean Riddims 880AM
Sponsored by Caribbean Airlines
Obama-Soca-Rama Inauguration Day Fete
@ De Island Loft
Blazin' The Hottest Soca & Reggae
Back to Basics (NY), Eternal Vibes (Miami) Andy Mix (DC)
Funky Rollers Rhythm Section and more!
$10 before 3pm, more after
1348 4th Street, NE Washington DC 20002
DC Farmer’s Market District
4th and Penn Street, NE
Plenty of Free Parking and you can also take the RED line Metro to New York Avenue and walk 2 blocks.
Food provided by the infamous Garage Boyz (DC MudMas) Chef, Captain Black Beard
Menu: Curry Goat and Dumplings, Curry Chicken, Spanish Rice and much more!
Alongside Sheldon the Corn Soup Man
For More Info:
myspace.com/eastcoastcaribbeanevents
eastcoastcaribbeanevents@yahoo.com
202-725-3218 /301-943-8176
Come Celebrate with Obama Caribbean Organizers, Volunteers and Supporters!

2:30pm – 5:30pm - CSE Marketing Group Present Chestnut Law Firm Inauguration Reception
@ Acadiana
901 New York Avenue, NW
Must RSVP: RSVP @cheekysassoent.com
Sponsored by the Chestnut Law Firm and Co-hosted by Young Elected Officials Network

4pm – art whino
This exclusive Inaugural Appreciation production will give back to the community that embraces it the most. We plan on hosting numerous special guest attendees at this affair and will welcome them with special incentives courtesy of all brands represented; who are these special guests attendees? You, you, him AND her; we are ALL VIP's!!
@ the national harbor
150 National Plaza
National Harbor, MD 20745
sounds: dj Lil Mic (http://www.djlilmic.com) (XM Sirius Radio) & dj MAF
art: JPalmer Designs (http://www.jpalmerdesigns.com) (unveiling of an Obama Art Project)
fashion: greedy genius (www.greedygenius.com) spring 09 showcase set l-r-g clothing (www.l-r-g.com) showcase set
music (specialty): skullcandy (http://www.skullcandy.com) headphone listening station
food: catfish Fridays (chicken, catfish, mac&cheese, greens, yams)
drink: ciroc vodka, nuvo sparkling liqueur, guinness stout, harp lager, red bull
entertain: celebrate history. celebrate life. celebrate each other. the true art of celebration.
appreciate: the DMV (DC. Maryland. Virginia) region
no cover charge.
no guest list.
no passes.
no tickets.
no headaches.
no problem.
this event is FREE** and open to the public.

10pm – RECESS-IS-ON (House Party)
A Good Old Fashion House Party
Open bar and Hors D’oeuvres
Sounds By DJ Quite Nice
*EXCLUSIVE INVITATION Only*
To Purchase a limited amount of $20 Tickets go to: www.RecessIsOn.eventbrite.com
This is an EXCLUSIVE, invite only event with a premium open bar w/ bartenders, one of the hottest DJ's in town, and hors d'oeuvres all night-- for only $20! The party will be held in my new and beautiful 2000 square foot two story home.

9pm - Obama: That One!!!
Sponsored in part by HBO with Host Hill Harper
@ The Newseum
555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
DJ Beverly Bond
Host Committee Includes Ben Soto, John rhea and Tanya Lombard
For Further info and Ticket please visit www.ObamaThatOne.com

Monday, January 19th

7am – 7pm - Take in some of the local area scenes – The Eastern Market
The venue at Eastern Market includes: Local merchants offering everything from fresh produce and flowers, to delicatessen, bakery, meat, poultry, cheese and dairy products. There is also the delicious Market Lunch - renowned for its crab cakes and blueberry pancakes, an arts and community center and open-air, fresh local produce year round. The Eastern Market is strategically located at 225 7th Street, Southeast, Washington, DC. It is 7 blocks west of the Capitol, 1 block north of the Eastern Market MetroRail Station and Pennsylvania Avenue in the Capitol Hill neighborhood.

10am - Interfaith "Prayer, Peace, Praise" Service
Tenth Street Baptist Church
1000 "R" Street, N.W.
Washington DC 20001
Rev. A.C. Durant, Host Pastor
(Immediately following the Interfaith Service, we will march to the Wreath Laying Ceremony)

1pm - Wreath Laying Ceremony
African- American Civil War Memorial
Vermont Avenue & "U" Street, N.W.
Washington DC 20009
Hon. Frank Smith, Jr. Chairperson

6pm - Celebrity Celebration Performance
The Historic Lincoln Theatre
1215 "U" Street NW
Featuring Local and National Entertainers and Performers
(Free Event Requires a Ticket.)
(Tickets will be available beginning Monday, January 12, 2009)
Ticket Location: The Historic Lincoln Theatre

10pm - The Usual Suspectz and True School Corp. Present The COOLEST Event of 2009 Inauguration
“The Cool”
@ The Historic Republic
1355 U Street, NW
Serato Specialist: DJ Shogun and DJ Cuzzin B
Advanced Tickets Available now on Groovetickets.com Keyword: The Cool
Complimentary Late Night Chicken and Waffles
Urban Chic Attire (Stylish Sneakers w/Blazer Accepted)
For Table Reservations please email tablereservations@therepublicdc.com

Tuesday, January 20th

Inauguration Day
When: 11:30 am
Where: Swearing‐in Ceremony takes place on the west front steps of the U.S. Capitol
Parade proceeds from the U.S. Capitol down Pennsylvania Ave NW. Viewing stands and bleachers will extend from 3rd to 17th Sts.
Cost: Free
Closest Subway: Smithsonian Metro Station (note: only the Independence Ave SW entrance will remain open)