The Nubian Dreams Lounge monthly event in NYC where mature LGBT community and their friends get together to network, party and share information about the cruise. The Nubian Dreams Lounge Blog has info on our promoter partners upcoming events as well as information on the networking events, entertainers and more.
Good news travelers. We were able to secure 8 more Ocean Balcony cabins for immediate purchase. The deadline is rapidly approaching for final payment.
Enjoy the wonders of the sea from your private balcony. Perfect for romance under the stars or private sunbathing during our 8 day voyage. If you are interested in reserving one of our Ocean Balcony cabins contact us immediate via email at laurence@nubiandreams.com or at our hotline at 212-501-2223.
Remember to get your Sun Passnow at the early bird rate of $160.00 for Nubian Dreams registered guests. Others pay $230.00 online.
Not sold yet?
If you are in NYC for Pride on Sunday, June 29, 2008 from 6pm-11pm Nubian Dreams in association with Home Box Office are proud to present "Pride Lounge." This is the last in a series of Nubian Dreams Lounges that have taken place at the Taj Lounge monthly since December 2008. For our finale we are proud to present members of our Sun Pass entertainment on the Nubian Dreams Cruise including the dynamic Ms. Alyson Williams singing her hit song "Just Call My Name", cuts from her upcoming live jazz album and more. Also featured is the very funny Ms. Tammy Peay and Broadway's own Kevin Anthony. Free before 7PM for everyone and all night for Nubian Dreams registered guests. $10.00 with flyer or ad and $12.00 without.
Sunday - June 29th, 2008 at the Taj Loungefrom 6PM-11PM join us as The Nubian Dreams Lounge in association with HBO (Home Box Office) presents "Pride Sun Pass Preview" as well celebrate the final Nubian Dreams Lounge for 2008. This all star event features the amazing Alyson Williams
singing her hits including "Just Call My Name" and songs from her upcoming live jazz album, Broadway's own, Kevin Anthony and the return of The Nubian Dreams Cruise host the funny lady
Ms. Tammy Peay. Music by master DJ Calvin Smith. Final payments for the Nubian Dreams Cruise can be brought to the Lounge. Admission is free for Nubian Dreams registered guests all night and free from 6pm to 7pm for others. Includes 1 free drink by featured liquor sponsor.Happy Hour 2-4-1 drinks from 7pm-8pm. Showtime at 9PM this week. Admission $10.00 with Flyer or e-ad and $12.00 without.
Still a few good cabins left for the Nubian Dreams Cruise departing NYC on Oct. 8th -16th for San Juan, St. Thomas & Tortola. Final payments due July 1, 2008. Please help us welcome our latest sponsor for the cruise by visiting the US Virgin Islands Tourism Bureau website. GOOD NEWS. Two Ocean Balcony Cabins have opened up. Act today by calling 917-816-3577 to reserve.
Tickets on sale now for James Saunders' III - 6th Annual White Party Moonlight Cruise on August 1, 2008 on the Spirit of New York.
Thanks to all that came out to Sunday's "In the House" event. We had a wonderful time getting to know each other and enjoying the entertainment and music of Fred Pierce. In the house where professionals from all walks of life including a chemist, publicist, a plumbers, a few teaches, DJ's Andre Collins, Suede and others. Legends; Ron Brown of Evidence Dance Company, Kevin Anthony of Black 2 Broadway, Henry Carter of Spirit Cruise and film director Aleada Minton of InnerRising Productions, Inc. were also in the House.
The entertainers included: Lady Jasmin - the amazing drag performer who did a very special rendition of Tyler Perry's Media, DANI performed her new house track and Kenton Rogers brought his soulful sound to the lounge. Here is part two of the "In the House" event recap.
Taj Lounge has been totally renovated and it looks magnificant. The In the House event also included the free V2 Vodka special shots early in the evening, the 2-4-1 drinks from 7pm-8pm and the HBO raffle where we raffled off the complete set of season 3 and season 4.
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About the Nubian Dream Lounge
A big thanks to all the guests and performers that have participated in the last five events. The Nubian Dreams Lounge is a wonderful place to spend you Sunday evening. We have nice mature group of male and female people that come to network, party and enjoy a show featuring a different theme each month. This month theme is "In The House" featuring the legendary DJ of Gospel House & Classics, Fred Pierce playing from 6pm-11pm. We are proud to present another amazing group of talent featuring singer, Kenton Rogers bring his soul to us, Dani performing her newest house track and the "Chocolate Diva"Lady Jasmin performing her version of Medea which is hilarious and a special surprise guest. Showtime is a 8PM so come early. V2 Vodka returns with there sampling program and Tajoffers drink specials early in the evening. Hungry? They have a tapas menu for you. Finally, still want to go on the Nubian Dreams Cruise. Bring your check book and you can reserve your space that night. See you there.
Hosted by: Ms Tammy Peay Authors: James Earl Hardy with excerpts from "The Freak Files, an Erotica Collection" Ana Otis with excerpts from "Trashy Novel" Erotic Imagery:
Male: Ripp Bowman -Female: Christopher L. Mitchell Erotic Poetry: Terre and also sean Erotic Dancers from: Langston Lounge, Escandalo Nights, Girlzparty.com and Toni "The Goddess" Music: DJ CALVIN
Info available at the Nubian Dreams Lounge Blog Click here
Please show your support and come out. Come early and enjoy the refreshing drinks from V2 Vodka.
2-4-1 well drink specials from 7pm-8pm.
Grown Sexy Dress. 21+ to enter.
Free admission before 7PM and $5.00 with flyer or Go and/or Next magazine ad and $10.00 without. Free all night for registered Nubian Dreams Cruise guests. Doors open at 6PM
From Oct. 8-16th, 2008 join us on this exciting cruise to San Juan, PR, St. Thomas Tortola, Virgin Islands. Eight days of fun, networking, parties, seminars, concerts and adventure. Meet new friends from around the globe with programming available for the gay, lesbian and straight people. You won't forget this trip. Cabins are selling fast and the price goes up on April 1, 2008 so don't wait any longer. Go to Visit our Sponsors, Affiliates & Promoter Partners Nubian Dreams is produced by: JS Marketing Group, LLC Sponsored by: Home Box Office, Next Magazine, Clik Magazine Bleu Magazine, Go Magazine, GBM News, Crystal Equation
Affiliates: Sizzle Miami 08, Chocolate City Fest, Sizzle Miami Her 08, LGBT Bahia Guide, World Pride & Power Conference, Gay Happenings, Private Stock Entertainment, LLC
With our promoter partners around the world
Also, this Friday, April 4, 2008 check out the Chocolate Bar
This is a long post but we feel an important one. On Tuesday is the important election in several key states for President. If you have contacts or family in any of those states please hopefully encourage them to vote. Election info here. Thank you.
Thanks to everyone that has come out to the Nubian Dreams Lounge series in New York City and those who partied with us at the Nubian Dreams Cruise presents "Return to Paradise" at the Winter Explosion.
We have five goals in mind for the Nubian Dreams concept. We want to bring together mature members of the same gender loving community and their friends to network, enjoy talented entertainers, artists, party and introduce guests to the Nubian Dreams Cruise Experience. If you like the lounge you will love the cruise. Good people, Good Food, Big Fun, Relaxation and God's Beauty. Cruising is such a wonderful experience and thanks to fellow promoters like Ebony Pyramid, Songmaster, Bess Knowing and others we will bring our 30 years of producing events to the sea. Each day will be different with new events and surprises. Sound good? Reserve Now.
Making It Happen How we do we do it? Call us crazy but most of the businesses that launch such lofty events either have trust funds or sponsors to foot the initial bill. We have neither. Just commitment from our small team, sponsors and friends. These megaships demand a financial commitment upfront as do all the venues, designers, talent, printers and foot soldiers. Unless you rent the entire ship, producers continue to have to manage cabin inventory. When the price of the ship cabins go up we have to pass it on to the guests. It is vital that guests sign up early in order to maximize our negotiation position with the cruise ship to provide the best experience for our guests.
The corporate sponsors, with few exceptions do not take our demographic seriously. Please acknowledge those that do. Rarely will you find events like black prides, winter explosion (15 years) or Miami Sizzle to name a few with any big name sponsors. Why? Perhaps because we don't demand it. Perhaps promoters can't guarantee what the sponsor needs. Attention and sell through is what they want. This has to change because we (the community) deserve it. We spend money worldwide and are as a rule loyal to their products.
Now it is harder than ever to get any support. We are very much appreciative all of our sponsors, affiliates, promoter partners who have assisted us in getting the word out. That is a big thing because today many companies have disbanded their African American marketing departments and the African American LGBT community never has gotten the corporate support it deserves. Why? In the words of one marketing executive who could not participate confided that "the company already has them (meaning us).” Many companies are choosing to focus on the every growing Latino market." Wow? Right?
After producing parties and events for over 30 years, the producers of Nubian Dreams continue to prove themselves over and over again to potential guests, sponsors, venues, artists and others. Putting on events like the Nubian Dreams Cruise, The White Party Moonlight Cruise, Dominican Island Heat, Bahian Heat and other African American events is always a challenge. Without corporate sponsorship to back such commitment, it is from the immediate assistance of graphic & web designers, photographers, media sponsors, promoter partners and people like you that make these events possible.
Obama's message of YES WE CAN is important for all of us to embrace. We are powerful people and spreading the word and communicating with producers and sponsors goes a long way. During the Nubian Dreams Cruise and Lounge events we have a wonderful opportunity to get together and share experiences. The parties, forums, films, entertainment and workshops offer the opportunity to explore other places.
What we ask you to do to help us make this a very special adventure is act now by making a reservation. We have planned for 400 people and although we are half way there we need everyone to get on board before the price increases. Once we have sold out our allotment we can put ALL our focus to the Sun Pass programming. Watch our promo video here.
Next up Nubian Dreams Lounge "Erotica" March 30th from 6pm-11pm. Meet other cruisers months in advance is another benefit of attending the Nubian Dreams Lounge events. This early evening event is free to all registered guests. We want to thank Taj Lounge for offering us a venue to do this type of programming and also give thanks to all the artists and DJ's who have performed for you. See you soon. Thanks for reading. Please tell your friends about this interesting adventure.
James Saunders & Laurence Pinckney in association with GBMNews.com presents The Black History Month Tribute
Sun. Feb. 24th
@ Taj Lounge 48 W. 21st. St. NYC, NY 6:00PM-11:00PM Showtime: 7:30PM
This is a very special Nubian Dreams Lounge. It is co-presented this month by GBMNews.com. The goal of this lounge is to party to the
hot sounds of NY's finest DJ Calvin who spins Classics, R&B, Hip-Hop and House but also to support the works of our great new artists and to pay tribute to legends in our community from the past and present.
Hosted by Internet Radio host, Eric Jones, we will be presenting a special guest appearances by
The Nubian Dreams Lounge is about having fun, networking, showcasing talent and giving out information on the upcoming Nubian Dreams Cruise and our guests products and services. We ask that you come early, dress grown & sexy - no hip hop gear at club request, have a great attitude, bring your business cards and be ready to meet some wonderful mature people. Must be 21 or older to enter.
Free V2 Vodka sampling from 6pm-7pm and V2 Vodka specials all night. The chef will prepare a tapas menu for purchase. Free Admission before 7pm. $5.00 after. See you there. More info at: If you are looking for something different - Support the lounge. To continue these monthly events we need your continued support. Programming subject to change.
Black History Month is a very important time to remember not only the past but also to celebrate the future. As we right this Obama just one Wisconsin. The future is now! Everyday this week we will be giving tribute to those we will honor at this Sunday's, Feb. 24th Nubian Dreams Lounge at Taj Lounge - 48 W. 21st Street, NYC from 6pm-11pm.
Enjoy the drinks courtesy of V2 Vodka from 6pm-7pm with V2 Vodka specials all night
Excellent Entertainment - Showtime at 7:30pm
DJ Calvin playing your kind of music
and our Tribute to Our Local African American Hero's.
See last blog entry for details.
Today we salute
Calvin Clark - Partner of Langston Lounge or Brooklyn NYC, Philanthropist and all around great guy. He is always the first to quietly offer assistance to people and organizations in need. Over the years Calvin has been known as the peacemaker. He easily flows between all worlds and is often the one people and organizations turn to when they are in need. Not only has his club been open to many groups over the years, Langton Lounge is also a wonderful venue in Brooklyn to party, network and share the love. Calvin has assisted the original Black Pride NYC by purchasing an ad even before the club was open to support the organization. He currently is involved with POCC and NY Youth at Risk . Nubian Dreams is proud to call him a friend and it is with great pleasure that we will honor him this Sunday at the Nubian Dreams Lounge. ______________________________________________________
Community Alert!
Little Jewell is Missing. Help us find her.
This is really sad that the family of this young girl has to do this, but others can get the attention of mass media. Please pass this along and say a prayer for the Strong Family.
PLEASE HELP US BY FORWARDING THIS EMAIL UNTIL THIS REACHES A WORLD-WIDE AUDIENCE AND JEWEL IS RETURNED HOME SAFELY
Racharel Strong (father) - 404-357-1881 Simona Strong (mother) - 404-313-4255 Tiesa Locklear (aunt) - 678-234-4902 Tramesa Locklear (aunt) 678-480-1635 Ursala Williams (aunt) 678-362-5246 GOD FIRST, PEOPLE ALWAYS
This month there are parties and events all over. In this lounge report you will hear of the Winter Explosion in Upstate NY, Spotlight International's new networking party in London, The Red Party in DC and our Black History Month tribute at the Nubian Dreams Lounge. Let's get started.
Next weekend men and women from all across the country will be coming to celebrate the 14th annual Winter Explosion. Nubian Dreams partner, James Saunders has been with them since the beginning. This year the Nubian Dreams Cruise is proud to present the opening party "Return to Paradise" @ Winter Explosion - Hudson Valley Resort & Spa Kerhonkson, NY
Friday - Feb. 15, 2008 from 10pm - 4am
Buses leave from Penn Station NYC (West 31 Street bet 7th & 8th Ave at 8pm returns at 6am)$75.00/adv & $95.00/at door & $25.00 for r/t transpo from NYC . Purchase Online
Ticket price includes: 4 hour premium open bar, 2 separate parties (House/Classics & Hop Hop),DJ Fred Pierce & DJ One, multi-media show and a very special performance by the House Music Diva, Rochelle Fleming, formerly of First Choice singing her hits like Dr. Love, Let No Man Put Asunder, It's Not Over, Love Thang & Armed & Extremely Dangerous. Info: 212-501-2223 or http://www.nubiandreamsnyc2.blogspot.com/Tickets available at the Nubian Dreams Lounge ONLINE Visit the Nubian Dreams Lounge blog for updates on events around the country. Stay informed.
This is a very special Nubian Dreams Lounge. It is co-presented this month by GBMNews.com. The goal of this lounge is not only to party to the hot sounds of NY's finest DJ Calvin who spins Classics, R&B, Hip-Hop and House but also we pay tribute to legends in our community from the past and present. Hosted by Internet Radio host, Eric Jones, we will be presenting a visual artists, poets, authors and photographers for the show. Who knows who else will show. We are also proud to salute and pay tribute to several of New York's own legends; Calvin Clark of Langston Lounge and NY Youth at Risk , the late Regina Shavers of the Griot Circle, Rod Risbrook, Girlzparty.com and Jerry Thompkins.Please show your support and come out.
The Nubian Dreams Lounge is about having fun, networking, showcasing talent and giving out information on the upcoming Nubian Dreams Cruise and our guests products and services. We ask that you come early, dress grown & sexy - no hip hop gear at club request, have a great attitude, bring your business cards and be ready to meet some wonderful mature people. Must be 21 or older to enter. Happy hour with drink specials are available until 8pm. The chef will prepare a tapas menu for purchase. Doors open at 6pm - Free before 7pm - $5.00 thereafter.
Other events -
London, England - The Nubian Dreams Promoter Partner, Cornel McKay in London continues to conquer London with his brand new entertainment party Instant Xposure
In D.C. - Promoter partner Daryl Wilson brings the Red Party to DC
Sun. Jan. 27th@ Taj Lounge 48 W. 21st. St. NYC, NY 5:00PM-11:00PM Showtime: 6:00PM
The Nubian Dreams Lounge returns with an unbelievable comedy show by Tammy Peay & ButtaFlySoul. This is the first time they have performed together so don't miss this world premiere. Music by DJ Poison Ivy spinning all types of music just for you. The
Nubian Dreams Lounge is about having fun, networking, showcasing talent and giving out information on the upcoming Nubian Dreams Cruise and our guests products and services. We ask that you come early, dress grown & sexy - no hip hop gear at club request, have a great attitude, bring your business cards and be ready to meet some wonderful mature people. Must be 21 or older to enter. Happy hour with drink specials are available until 8pm. The chef will prepare a tapas menu for purchase. This month's lounge is Free to registered Nubian Dreams and Winter Explosion Guests. Free before 6pm to all others. $5.00 after.
Nubian Dreams @ Winter Explosion presents "Return to Paradise" HudsonValley Resort & Spa - Kerhonkson, NY
Friday Feb. 15, 2008 from 10pm - 4am Buses leave from Penn Station NYC (West 31 Street bet 7th & 8th Ave at 8pm returns at 6am)
$75.00/adv & $95.00/at door & $25.00 for r/t transpo from NYC . Purchase Online
Ticket price includes: 4 hour premium open bar, 2 separate parties (House/Classics & Hop Hop),DJ Fred Pierce & DJ One, multi-media show and a very special performance by the House Music Diva, Rochelle Fleming, formerly of First Choice singing her hits like Dr. Love, Let No Man Put Asunder, It's Not Over, Love Thang & Armed & Extremely Dangerous.
Tickets available at the Nubian Dreams Lounge this Sunday. Visit the Nubian Dreams Lounge blog for updates on events around the country. Stay informed.
We have been busy. Here is a preview of the upcoming Nubian Dreams Lounge on Jan. 27, 2008 located at the Taj Lounge - 48 W. 21st., NYC from 5pm-11pm. This month featuring the comedy of Tammy Peay & ButtaFlySoul and music by DJ Poison Ivy. Please read full blog for more information. Thanks for your loving support of this Grown & Sexy networking event. You dressed great and came with a positive attitude. http://www.nubiandreamsnyc2.blogspot.com/
Show proof of subscription to one of our media sponsors publications or
Are a registered guest of the Winter Explosion 2008. Pick up your packages at the Lounge. Your name will be on the guest list or
Are a registered guest of the Nubian Dreams Cruise. Your name will be on the list.
All other: $5.00 _____________________________________________________________
Don't be in this long line. Get your tickets at the Nubian Dreams Lounge for the very special Nubian Dreams event at the Winter Explosion. The Nubian Dreams Cruise is proud to presents the opening night party, featuring the hotttest party atmosphere at the "Return to Paradise" event. We have taken on the task of of recreating the legendary Paradise Garage of NYC. Attire is Pajama Topz and Bottoms - but that is optional. Buses will be leaving from NYC and take you to the party of the season in upstate NYC on Feb. 15, 2008. The ticket price includes a four hour open bar party til 4am, two separate parties (House/Classics & Hop Hop), two hot DJ's, multi-media show, cinema room and a very special performance by the House Music Diva, Rochelle Fleming, formerly of First Choice singing her hits like Dr. Love, Let No Man Put Asunder, It's Not Over, Love Thang & Armed & Extremely Dangerous. Email http://www.blogger.com/jspresent@gmail.com for tickets & information.
You can make your reservation for the Nubian Dreams Cruise online, though our promoter partners, at the Nubian Dreams Lounge or at Winter Explosion. Bring your checkbook. ___________________________________________________
James Saunders and Fred Pierce present their weekly house party event for the grown & sexy mature crowd every Friday in Brooklyn. Experience OASIS.
On Sunday, Jan. 20th our friends at Escandalo Nights launch the tantalizing monthly party in their new space. If you have never been to an Escandalo Nights party, you are missing something special. It's the place where Latinos, Blacks, Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans and straights miss and mingle. Get there early.
HBO has long been a supporter of our events. We started working with them with Black Pride NYC and they also support our efforts with Dominican Island Heat I & II and Bahian Heat. We are proud to announce that they will be joining us again on the Nubian Dreams Cruise with the HBO Film Festival.
Until then, subscribe to HBO and witness their wonderful programming.
Check out the Our Media Thanks to the help of our media sponsors we will have Nubian Dreams Cruise ads running in the following publications. Please pick them up and subscribe if you can.
Out this week is Bleu Magazine with exciting features, pictures and information. They will be on hand at the Jan. 27th Nubian Dreams Lounge to meet you.
Clik is up next. Coming soon to a city near you. In the meantime, check out their website.
We also have ads running in Next Magazine for the fellas. Also check out the Nextworks Networking party. It's free.
GO! this month for the ladies has interesting stories and event not only for NY but worldwide. Check out the website for current listing information.
With great pleasure we announce that GBMNews will be hosting our Nubian Dreams Lounge in February for Black History Month. Details will be announced at the Jan. ND Lounge. Stay informed with world politics with a Black Gay slant in the online free publication.
JOB ALERT: Nubian Dreams is looking for street team & online marketing representatives. Email us for information.
Finally in closing we wish to send our prayers out to our friend and promoter partner Kate - co-owner of Lovergirl who lost her mother last week. Stay strong lady.
Yes...we know this is a long entry. Hopefully you enjoyed it. Leave a comment and let us know. Have a great week.
Nubian Dreams is proud to announce its association with the Taj Lounge located at 48 W. 21st Street @ 6th Ave. for the monthly Nubian Dreams Lounge networking event. Each month will showcase upcoming talent and different themes and DJ's for this Sunday afternoon event. Guests and promoters are invited to bring their business cards and flyers for distribution. Representatives from the Nubian Dreams Cruise will be on hand to take reservations for the cruise. Cash or personal checks accepted. Video presentation on the upcoming Nubian Dreams cruise from NYC to San Juan, St. Thomas & Tortola will also be shown.
Nubian Dreams Lounge Schedule @ Taj Lounge, NYC
Sunday - Jan. 27, 2008 from 5pm - 11pm Theme: Comedy Talent: Tammy Peay & ButtaFlySoul Music: DJ Poison Ivy Showtime: 6pm Happy Hour til 8pm Dress: Grown & Sexy. No hip-hop gear. Admission: Free til 6pm $5.00 after
Sun -Feb. 24, 2008 from 6pm-11pm Theme: Black History Month - "Salute to the Legends" Talent: T/B/A Showtime: 7pm Happy Hour til 8pm Dress: Grown & Sexy. No hip-hop gear. Admission: $5.00
Experience the magic of the legendary Paradise Garage. The club that started it all and launched many new stars. For those who were there it will be a walk down memory lane and for those who missed it, here is your chance. Cost: $75 in Advance / $95 at the Door
includes: * 4-Hours PREMIUM Open Bar * Admission to Dance Party w/ DJ's spinning on 2 floors (Exclusive House in the Empire Lounge) * Admission to live concert featuring House Music Diva Rochelle Fleming & "First Choice" ("Dr. Love", "Let No Man Put Asunder"/ "It's Not Over", "Love Thang", Armed & Extremely Dangerous")
Sun - March 30, 2008 from 6pm-11pm Theme: Erotica Talent: T/B/A Showtime: 7pm Happy Hour til 8pm Dress: Grown & Sexy. No hip-hop gear. Admission: $5.00 after Upcoming Dates to Save Sun - April 27, 2008 from 6pm -11pm Sun - May 18, 2008 from 6pm-11pm Sun - June 29, 2008 from 6pm-11pm
Calling all talent: If you would like to be considered for the upcoming Nubian Dreams Lounge events please send email to laurence@nubiandreams.com
Other upcoming events from our friends....
If you have never been to an Escandalo Nights event you are missing something truly special and it just got better. They have moved the monthly party to Sunday nights. If you like the flavor of the Dominican Republic this well be for you. Excellent music, a great show and hot dancers. Word to the wise, get there early because it is always packed. The grand opening of the new venue is on Sunday Jan. 20, 2008 (Martin Luther King Weekend) at the El Morroco Nightclub & Leopard Lounge. 3534 Broadway @ 145th Street. For more information go to http://escandalonights.hi5.com/
They always say that the first one is the hardest. Well this was no exception. The weather forecast for the weekend was dire. Snow, rain, and hail. That's the way the news played it up, like it was going to be the blizzard of the year. Well, thank God over 150 special people threw caution to the wind and braved the elements to not only attend the launch of the Nubian Dreams Lounge but also to celebrate the 50th birthday of the Nubian Dreams co-founder, James Saunders.
The evening began with music/video wall showing images of the Carnival Miracle Ship as well as events that James and Laurence have produced over the years. It showed the audience what they could expect onboard the upcoming Nubian Dreams Cruise, which will depart New York City on October 8-16, 2008. It was followed by entertainment hosted by ButtaFlySoul, an amazing talent. Next up followed a full show by the legendary comedienne, Tammy Peay. Although Butta and Tammy met for the first time that night they performed magic together. So much so that they are putting together a special routine for the next Nubian Dreams lounge which is scheduled for Jan. 27, 2008, at the Taj Lounge - 48 W. 21st Street in NYC. More about that later.
The music pumped, first by the secret sounds of DJ Calvin Smith, who in my opinion is one of the most under-rated DJ's in NYC. He was followed by DJ Poison Ivy, who kicked too. She will be back next month as our special guest DJ for the evening. Bringing an end to the 5pm - 10pm party was the legendary DJ Fred Pierce, the longtime partner and friend of James.
Wow...I could write for hours, but I can't right now. In the next few days we will be bring you pictures and videos of the event. Mark your calendars for the next Nubian Dreams Lounge on Sunday, January 27.
Special thanks go out to so many people, but I will just name a few here. To my girl Alexis, our promoter partner, who came out, even though she had so many other personal obligations that she sacrificed to be there. My boy, Greg, who walked in the freezing cold to take care of an emergency for us. Our traveling partner, Jerry T., who picked up some slack and give out the Nubian Dreams promotional material. The staff of Taj Lounge, who welcomed us with open arms. I have worked many venues all over the world and never have I been treated better...not even at Caesars Palace. Next Magazine, for sending their photographer to document this special evening. The event would not have been a success without the audience showing up with a great attitude, wearing the name tags and being open to networking. The women came out in force, too. They especially appreciated the special "Go Magazine" lounge, located on the mezzanine of this wonderful space.
We had long ago decided that we wanted to make the opening event something special and to be free to guests, however we also thought it would be great to offer an opportunity for our guests to give to a worthy organization in need. On Friday evening before the event we thought about MCCNY Homeless Shelter. They do wonderful work housing the homeless teens who have nowhere else to go. We got in touch with the Executive Director. Within one hour they graciously accepted our offer of support and committed to send two volunteers down to collect donations. That night our guests gave generously to the tune of $586.00!!!!!.
As a token of appreciation with the help of two wonderful people, photographer Ripp Bowman, who donated two lovely photo posters from his collection, and the skillful massage art of Mkuno, who donated a 15-minute massage to those who donated $15.00 of more. Thanks guys for caring.Look forward to our upcoming posts with pictures and more commentary.
The night we have been waiting for is here. Tomorrow as you know is the launch party for the monthly Nubian Dreams Lounge at Taj 48 W. 21st. Street in New York City. Here are the new developments since my last post.
We are proud to support the MCCNY Homeless Youth Services organization and Sylvia's Place for our first Nubian Dreams event. This group who works with MCC Church to provide much needed shelter for homeless gay and lesbian youth in NYC. These are the kids that no one seems to want. Sylvia's place takes them in. Since tomorrow event is free we will be suggesting a $5.00 donation be given to this worthy organization. Representives will be on hand to gratefully receive it. If you can't make to the event please check out the website and give what you can. Click here to make a donation. You will be blessed. As a extra incentive to give the amazing massuer Mikono will be on hand to give free mini massages at the club to those who give a donation of $15.00 or more to the Homeless Youth Services group.
Who is Mkono? - one of the most professional massage therapist I have worked with. His personality is calm and comfortable. His hands are magic. Mkono takes his job seriously and treats both men and women with respect and works to get all the kinks out. Mkono will be setting shop up on the Nubian Dreams Cruise. He already has appointments for the cruise. I know why. Contact him to make an appointment soon. If you are at the Nubian Dreams Lounge tomorrow night you will get to try him out. He is donating his skills and giving massages to those who donate $15.00 or more to the Homeless Youth Services. A 15 minute massage you will never forget. Come by and say hello.
and there is more....
Also tomorrow you will hear the soulful sounds of four DJ legends in NYC. Andre Collins, Fred Pierce, Poison and DJ Calvin will be playing at the Nubian Dreams Lounge. This have never happened before. It will be off the hook.
and even more
Comedian Tammy Peay will be returning to New York City to support her longtime friend James Saunders as we celebrate his birthday. Tammy performed many times during our Black Pride NYC days. You don't want to miss her. Welcome back sistah. Nico the male illusionist will join us and other guest surprises.
Last but not least...welcome back the amazing talents of ButtaFlySoul. Catch him before his TV show comes out. This man is going to be BIG. Come early...doors open at 5pm, Happy Hour from 5pm-8pm, Showtime at 8pm. Dress code applies. See you there.
This Sunday, Dec. 16th, 2007 from 5pm-10pm for the launch of the Nubian Dreams Lounge we come together to celebrate a very special birthday for a legend, James Saunders III. This is a golden time for James where the wisdom of life comes together. With 30 years of experience developing parties, trips and events for same gender loving people he continues to seek new opportunities. A testament of his contribution can be seen from the thousands of people who have supported him from the barbershop parties to Black Pride to the White Party Moonlight Cruise and now with his new partnership - the Nubian Dreams Cruise & Lounge.
It is with great pride that James & Laurence welcome you to the Nubian Dreams Lounge. Each month will will produce a different kind of experience. The elements of the lounge are entertainment, networking, music, spoken word, comedy, charity and a overall good time. Bring your business cards and a great attitude. It is about more than a party it is a celebration of the life, history and talent of our same gender loving community. It won't be for everyone but all are welcome to the dream.
Several of James talented friends will be on hand to salute James and they are legends. Where else can you see DJ Fred Pierce, Andre Collins, Poison & DJ Calvin on the same night with a guest host like ButtaFlySoul and the hillarious Ms. Tammy Peay, Nico and a few more surprises. A video tribute and a visual preview of the Nubian Dreams Cruise will be showcased throughout the night. Also on hand will be representatives and promoter partners to answer any questions and take your reservations. Come early because it's free and we expect it to be packed. Dress is grown and sexy - club rules not ours. Happy hour is between 5pm-8pm. Showtime is 8pm. 21+ to get in. Taj Lounge 48 W. 21st. Street @6th Ave., NYC
The Nubian Dreams Cruise and Lounge is a partnership between the JS Marketing Group, LLC/James Saunders and ZenBizness, LLC/Laurence Pinckney - International Marketing - ZenBizness, LLC
Good news travelers. We were able to secure 8 more Ocean Balcony cabins for immediate purchase. The deadline is rapidly approaching for final payment.
Remember to get your Sun Pass now at the early bird rate of $160.00 for Nubian Dreams registered guests. Others pay $230.00 online.
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