Wednesday, May 24
Bang! (FREE)
Another Bang party-another night of debauchery! Hosted by Carmine P (Filthy) and Jimmy Im. Svedka vodka specials all night.
Beauty Bar,

231 E. 14th St.

(betw. 2nd & 3rd Aves.), 212-539-1389; 10-late, free.

Michael Commacho Album Release Party (FREE)
Michael is a traditional jazz vocalist. His sound is a throwback to the class and swank of 1940s’ crooners, yet with a freshness that's today and all his own. His repertoire encompasses everything from original compositions to Cole Porter and Duke Ellington, exuded in a style that stirs those unfamiliar with the music and those who grew up with it. Good vibes all around.
Bacchus Room, Bona Fides Restaurant,

60 2nd Ave.

(betw. 3rd & 4th Sts.),
212-777-2840; 6, free.

Thursday, May 25
Teenage Kicks (FREE)
Skateboarding and summer in NYC go together like oil companies and the Bush administration. If you missed this past weekends’ aNYthing block party/skate fest, you better stretch your quads and kick, push, coast over to Soho323 tonight. We are getting together with WESC clothing and Lakai shoes for Color Skateboard Magazine’s Issue Release Party and to premier the new skate video Lazy Paparazzi. Shawn Ske, Eric Devro, MyGayHusband and Humblaya.
Soho 323, 323 W. B’way (betw. Canal & Grand Sts.), 212-344-2232; 11-late, free.

Friday, May 26
Dirty Down Dance Party (FREE)
It’s generally accepted that this party is bonkers. No cover? Sexy people? The best music in the city? Yup. Yup. Yup. Nick Catchdubs downstairs. Ted Shred upstairs along with resident DJ, The Captain. Live performance by Lex recording artist Tes.
Lit,

93 2nd Ave.

(betw. 5th & 6th Sts.), 212-777-7987; 11-late, free.

Second Annual Set It Off Summer Jam (FREE)
Have you been waiting months on end for an outdoor jam? New York F#@!%N City is setting it off right at the Brooklyn Diner. We’re talking outdoor garden and all! The party is a warm-up for Chris Love’s weekly Sunday afternoon jawn here. Music by Stretch Armstrong, Rok 1/Nik At Night (The Bangers), Kech, ODI (DK) and Love Sound Project.
Brooklyn Diner,

205 Kent Ave.

(betw.

Metropolitan Ave.

&

N. 3rd St.

), W’burg, B’klyn), 718-963-0802; 9–4am, free w/ RSVP – rsvp@newyorkfuckincity.com.

Saturday, May 27
Sunshine at Midnight Screening - The Goonies
A tale of suburban kids battling frighteningly funny bad guys for the claim to an ancient pirate treasure. Whether you're a grown-up nostalgic for the '80s, or a youth yearning for a respite from smarmy post-ironic humor, there's enough high energy and gee-whiz optimism to make you both laugh at and cheer with the teens (Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, Corey Feldman and Martha Plimpton) who take down the nasty cutthroats.
Landmark’s Sunshine Cinema,

143 E. Houston St.

(betw. 1st & 2nd Aves.), 777-FILM #687; midnight, $10.25.
To win a pair of tickets, e-mail marketing@nypress.com

Monday, May 29
Waffles Are Forever
Diamonds are forever? Hell no! It’s waffles, those delicious breakfast treats, that are eternal. Remember the good old New York when Stretch and Bob held the radio down every Thursday night on 89.9 and put you on to the freshest underground hip-hop you had ever heard? You understand. We’ll see you at APT tonight.
APT,

419 W. 13th St.

(betw. 9th Ave. & Washington St.), 212-414-4245; 10-late, $5.
To win a pair of tickets, e-mail marketing@nypress.com

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