Did you miss Mobile Monday?

No worries, Matt Caldecutt of Paint the Town Red posted a wonderful recap, which I'm reblogging in full (with his permission, like all good bloggers do):

MobileMonday Global hosted its inaugural event in Brooklyn’s DUMBO neighborhood or, as the Carrot Creative team would prefer it be called, New York City’s Digital District on (you guessed it) Monday night [Editor’s Note: Yes, I have noticed that they’re even checking in there now using that name for the neighborhood.]. Billed as Mobile Monday Brooklyn or #MoMoBk on Twitter, the event consisted of networking (with beer provided by venture capital firm RRE Ventures) and eight presentations by New-York City based developers [Editor’s Note: The invitation actually said “local NYC and Brooklyn developers”, but since the organizer hails from Boston, I’ll cut her some slack for not realizing that they’re the same city.]

Since I described what was presented elsewhere, I’ll stick to some general observations about the event here and, of course, make a note of whom I saw. First, the DUMBO Loft is a great venue. It’s large and easily accommodated the 100 or so attendees. I seriously thought it smelled like paint, but I’ll let that slide. The free drinks were a nice touch, but would it really have killed the organizers to get some food? It didn’t have to be passed hors d’oeuvres, but cheese and crackers would have been nice. Lastly, why wasn’t there a live Internet connection for presenters? We don’t typically do Powerpoint presentations at technology events here. But again, it was their first event so we’ll see how they do at the next one.

--MC, Paint the Town Red

Want a low down on every app debuted? (Big Mapple + HotPotato have great potential!) Click here: http://www.nyconvergence.com/2010/01/mobile-monday-hosts-inaugural-brooklyn-event-momobk.html

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According to NY BAR FLY, the Rusty Knot has a beer bus on Tuesday nights! Whaaa??

Last time I was promised a free beer bus, I was severely disappointed. Will this Rusty Knot deal live up to my hopes, my dreams? I will have to let you know.

http://www.therustyknot.com/

The Rusty Knot Party Bus: Free beer! Smoke, dance on your way to the knot!!! Dress as a pancake, your favorite Viking or Tron character! DANCE DANCE DANCE! Must be 21 and ready to party!

PICK UP TIMES AND LOCATIONS:
8pm, 10pm, North 7th and Bedford Ave - Williamsburg
8:30pm, 10:30pm, 1st Ave and 1st Street - Manhattan



The Rusty Knot

425 West St., New York, NY 10014 nr. 11th St.

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Jersey Shore parties are now all the rage!

(How come I have never seen an episode of this godd-forsaken show, yet I know everything about it plus one of my best friends is hosting a house party of the same theme next week?!)

Regardless, thank you SIDEbar, who brought us a Barbie pageant months ago, for continuing this Jersey Shore Extravaganza hosted by...the Situation.

Other Details:
--Jan 28
--“Poof, fist pump, fake tan, 6 pack, blow out” perfection encouraged.
--Winner gets $500 cash prize
--If you participate in the pageant you drink free
--A Jersey ID gets you free drinks from 7-8

Need some tactics to win? Brittany over at ChiChi212 tells you how: Want To Win $500 At The Jersey Shore Pageant? I Can Help!

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According to Wisebread.com, you can get a free Cafe Mocha at McDonalds on Wednesdays until the end of February, and there's no coupon or purchase necessary.

McDonalds also has free wi-fi (which started on Jan 15) and ATMs in select locations! (I'll have to check the one in Times Square...)

Restaurant locator: http://www.mcdonalds.com/usa/rest_locator.html

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Have fun, score a date (or be auctioned off yourself! If interested, email me and I'll pass on your info!) all in support of helping refugees suffering from the recent tragedy in Haiti.

There will be a SUGGESTED DONATION of $10 at the door.

Donations will go to Doctors without Borders. Credit cards are accepted.

Help Haiti Date Auction
Wed. Jan 27 8-11 pm
Auction starts at 9:30 pm

$6 drink specials:
Pernod Ricard and Water
Kahlua Ice Coffee Martini
Passoa Bellini
Martinique Caipirinha
Bacardi Lemonade
Bud Light

RSVP on Facebook

Nikki Beach Lounge
MIDTOWN
151 East 50 Street
New York, New York 10022
212.753.1144

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An oldy but a goodie, I wanted to highlight Vero and Vero Midtown's Monday night special: a free panini when you purchase a drink!

The cheapest glass of wine is $9, and the paninis are usually $12-14 each. Considering that Vero has a gorgeous interior, this is a fabulous Monday destination especially with a few friends.

Your choice of paninis include:
-Prosciutto, fresh mozzarella and basil aioli
-Spinach, olives, roasted tomatoes, fontina and cumin aioli
-Hot sopressata, roasted red peppers, watercress and asiago
-Prosciutto, black mission figs, gorgonzola and rosemary oil
-Roasted Zucchini, balsamic onion and goat cheese

Vero Midtown
1004 2nd Avenue at East 53rd

Vero
1483 2nd Avenue between 77th and 78th

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Saw this on www.wisebread.com:

Get a free 8x10 Pet Portrait of your Pet at Petco
Get a free 8x10 Pet Portrait of your pet at Petco Jan 22 - 24. (this weekend) Print the coupon here. Photography will be by Picture People, and there is no session fee. You need to call or visit the grooming department at Petco to schedule an appointment.

Expires Sunday 01/24

Lots of tech-related networking event these days...

Whether you want to check your bank statement or how late your flight is, iPhone apps have cross-pollinated a number of brands. Many of your clients maybe considering them as another way to engage with consumers or indeed to make money.

If that’s the case, are you ready for the unpredictable world of app building? And, more importantly, is building an app even right for your brand?

This month our speakers will take you through the App market, the players in the field and other information you’ll need to get your app done. They’ll show you successful apps they’ve built and tell you all their secrets. Pretty good huh?

SPEAKERS:Jessica Berta & Shannon Heuer – Writer & Producer (respectively) - BigSpaceship

Barbara Rybka – Advisor - LimeLife.

Catherine Patterson – Head of Digital Production – McCann Erickson

Tuesday, 26th of January
Thornberg & Forester/Kimball Studio
7PM

Their offices are located on the 10th floor, 78 Fifth Avenue (between 13th and 14th St).

RSVP to this FREE event and start the year by impressing your boss with essential nerdy skills.

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With Blockbuster kiosks rolled out across NYC in Duane Reades, now's the perfect time for you to test out their Redbox killer - for FREE!

Hey, it's Free has a code for a free Blockbuster rental: G211A2. Just use it before Jan. 28!

Granted, you're only saving $1 (the cost to rent a movie), but still -- you can save that dollar and get a taco on Sundays.

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That wonderful blog The Consumerist is hosting a meetup next week! (Mucho thanks to a co-worker for the nonchalant heads up.) FREE BEER. And food.

Style Me Cheaply, run by my fashion-insider friend, has just posted a volunteer opportunity for Fashion week! She claims if you volunteer, you're practically IN when it comes to the after party!

This is to help GEN ART, the leading organization to showcase emerging fashion talent in North America, is seeking volunteers for The New Garde – a presentation featuring the Fall '10 collections of four designers.

For details on the volunteer opp and contact info, click here!

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Today's URBAN DADDY has given me something to look forward to on Sundays! Nommmmmm

$1 Tacos at Mayahuel

The East Village tequila den inaugurates $1 taco Sundays by practically giving away chicken, pork or chorizo soft tacos topped with cilantro, radishes and lime, which usually cost 12 bucks. It's the most encouraging instance of taco-based reverse inflation we've yet come across.

Sundays
Mayahuel
304 E Sixth St (at Second Ave)
212-253-5888



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I'm grabbing drinks tonight with some girlies (then heading home for some laundry - woo!) but maybe you have time to swing by Victoria's Secret and meet Taylor Momsen for me?

Taylor Momsen at Victoria's Secret
January 14, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Victoria's Secret, 591 Broadway (btw Houston and Prince), New York, NY 10012

Victoria's Secret Beauty to launch Love Rocks fragrance collection with Gossip Girl star Taylor Momsen. The Love Rocks collection evokes an ultra-feminine scent featuring plum, hypnotic violet and sensual vanilla flavors fused with raspberry sorbet, peony, jasmine and peach nectar. The Love Rocks collection includes Eau De Parfum, Scented Bath and Shower Cream, Scented Mist, Scented Lotion and a Lip Gloss Ring. ($12-$39) ** First come, first served. Must purchase one product from the Love Rocks collection to receive an autograph.

• The CLEAR 4G wireless internet router for you techies, and the Flaming Bookmark for those of you more traditional readers. And a belly dancing starter kit to get you moving! Click for details.
• For your kids (inner kids included): educational Nintendo Wii and DS games; Hello Kitty light-up board; the Pippa’s Princess Carriage set; and colorful EZ Socks. Click for details.
• Check out the V-Tech Internet Radio, SoftLips (in a variety of flavors), the wine handy wine guide Good, Better, Best Wines, and (a personal fave of mine) Biscoff Cookies! Click for details.
• Awesome concealed weapon-carrying socks from Ozone. They may not be real weapons, but the ninja sitting across the subway doesn’t know that. Click for details.

DVD release party! Get your MUG SHOT!

Civisual & Learned Evolution Present
Copyright Criminals Film Screening
Tuesday, January 19th
Doors 6:00pm / Show 8:00pm
21 and Over
Free

Copyright Criminals Film Screening
Are you a Copyright Criminal? IndiePix in Association with Definitive Jux Records Presents COPYRIGHT CRIMINALS PBS Broadcast Premiere and DVD Release Party.

Tuesday, January 19th at BROOKLYN BOWL! ECLECTIC METHOD, EL-P and DJ SPOOKY will be attending this exclusive event, followed by the PBS Broadcast Premiere at 10PM. Doors open at 8PM.

Please arrive early for your mug shot, poster signings, live music and surprise guests.

Video mash-up courtesy of ECLECTIC METHOD, as featured in the film. COPYRIGHT CRIMINALS examines the creative and commercial value of musical sampling, including the related debates over artistic expression, copyright law, and (of course) money.

For more information, please visit www.indiepixfilms.com/copyrightcriminals DVD available for pre-order now!

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Suck at online flirting? Your Plenty of Fish profile a disaster? No fear, the E-Flirt Expert is here!

East Village Winter Soriee has beer and giftbags -- why not?


Join us for fresh mulled apple cider with rum, warm Bavarian pretzels, and frothy beer steins! (And of course VIP gift bags!)

Celebrate with friends at Destination, located at 211 Avenue A (at 13th street) on Wednesday January 27th from 9pm - 12pm!

RSVP by Jan 25 to melissa@sabrinachapmanpr.com

3D film is trending right now... get one in along with some complimentary wine and cheese at the screening of the short film Archangel tomorrow.

Oh la la! Micah Jesse has spotted something absolutely awesome for aspiring multi-talented actors/actresses: an online GLEE open casting call! Rev up your pipes, ladies and gents!

[We got our own row, complete with a rack to hold our beers!]

[None of us had hats, but some of us borrowed them for a pic or two!]

[Getting super close to the action - plus we convinced someone that yelled at us a few times to snap this pic.]

[This guy was missing at least 4 front teeth. #dentalfail]

[If you look closely, you can see the sheep held in the corner. Small children rode these sheep during half time. I'm not so sure no sheep or children were harmed.]

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Mobile Monday Brooklyn (#MoMoBK) is launching on January 25! The event will showcase demonstrations of awesome mobile applications created by local NYC and Brooklyn developers.

This is a little different than most events I post, but I think you all need to go because a) there's free beer and b) some of the apps being demonstrated help sustain a healthy cheap lifestyle (bolded below). BeerCloud also sounds of interest...

Hot Potato- Event sharing app for iPhone
Sit or Squat- Public restroom locator
Where Brooklyn App?- AR app with Brooklyn points of interest
StyleCaster- Provides daily looks based on the weather
BigMapple- Uses Twitter and Flickr to map NYC events
BeerCloud- Ultimate beer lover app
PegShot- Photo/video service to share what you're doing with friends
Guerilla Apps- Broken Parking Meters helps you find these free spots
SpokesNYC- Bicycle routing app for city dwellers



Location: The DUMBO Loft
Date: Monday, January 25th. Doors at 6:30, event is from 7 to 10pm
Cost: Free - but registration is required to attend. Click here to register: http://momobkjan10.eventbrite.com/
Parking: Garage on Jay Street between Front and York. Street parking also available.
Public Transportation: F train to York Street, or the A/C to High Street Refreshments: Free beer

The DUMBO Loft
155 Water St.
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Thanks to friends in low awesome places, me and my friend Katherine dolled up (mink coats, anyone?) for the NYC red carpet premier of Daybreakers, starring Ethan Hawk and directed by the Spierig brothers.


We skipped the will call line and went straight into the lobby for our fresh popcorn and soda. To my mild surprise the crowd was quite mixed – some people we dressed to the nines and others look like they came straight from the welfare office.

[K2 hitting up the red carpet]

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Pop Burger in Midtown is having a promo today - $.88 gets you two Pop Burgers, normally $7!

Download the coupon from 8coupons.com by clicking here

2-6:30 PM Today Only


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Until January 15, you can buy Half off Shecky's Girls Night Out tickets!

When I first moved to NYC in 2007 I attended Shecky's with some girlfriends - we got really drunk off their martinis, won yoga mats, and enjoyed Jane Iredale makeovers. These are fond memories I think you should also make.

Click here for pictures of me at Shecky's Hoboken Bash in August 2009!

Behold:

Shecky’s is ringing in the New Year with BRAND NEW designers and delicious cocktails, plus new and improved Goodie Bags that'll top any gift you got for the holidays! And what better way to start your New Year than with a fabulous resolution?—To make more time for your friends!

Famous Goodie Bag tickets are now 50% off, but you only have until January 15th to take advantage of this deal, and then it’s done.

Consider it our way of helping you (really) stick to a resolution this year!

Shecky’s Goodie Bag + General Admission:
$30 in Advance, $15 until Jan. 15th
$40 at the Door

Date: Tue.-Fri., Mar. 9th-12th, 2010
Time: 5pm-10pm
Place: The Puck Building 293 Lafayette St. (@ Houston St.)

NOTE: *Rumour has it that the "goody bag" quality is in rapid decline, but if you ask me the martinis/drinks alone are worth $15.

Aveda has got it going on with this swag!

They are offering a free three-piece sample pack of their Color Conserve shampoo, conditioner, and strengthening treatment. Just click the link below for your printable coupon. (Bonus: there's no rush to redeem - the coupon expires June 30, 2010.)

Click here for your Free Aveda Three-Piece Coupon

Note: only redeemable in an Aveda store.

Click here for a Google map of Aveda salons in NYC



Found via Fantabulously Frugal

I love art openings

Artist’s Statement: “My central motive when creating is to free myself from preconception and the tyranny of Meaning, i.e. the human impulse to categorize. I believe that painting should not merely express the artist but should ideally also allow the viewer to derive several unique interpretations and reactions whilst simultaneously freeing that viewer from the perceived obligation to discover the artist’s original intent; something that often even the artist does not or can not know. In short, Art says as much about the viewer as the it does about the Artist.”

I won't be around on January 16, but this sounds like a good pregame for those who are. I'm not sure if the $15 is for everything, or only if you want to eat the apps.

**Free Vodka Sodas
**2 for 1 Sangria

Redemption
1003 2nd Ave
New York, NY 10022
January 16, 2010
6:00 - 8:00 pm
RSVP: events@redemptionnyc.com

For all you housewives out there (do housewives read my blog? who knows)

UMMMMMMM- I'm TOTALLY FREAKING OUT RIGHT NOW!

If you've never purchased from Fresh Direct before, can you say "WIN"?

Today you can get $50 worth of groceries from Fresh Direct for just $25 with today's Groupon!

That's $25 worth of groceries for free -- you're saving 50%!

They have everything you can get from a normal grocery store: fruit, veggies, beer, wine, pre-made meals, beauty supplies!

Purchase $50 worth of Fresh Direct for only $25

Fine print: you have to register with Fresh Direct within three days after buying your Groupon, and you have to be a NEW customer!

If you haven't bought a Groupon yet, today's your day: They have $15 worth of food at Johnny Rockets on 3rd Ave for just $7!

This looks pretty freaking cool... too bad I'll be at the 2010 Professional Bull Riders Madison Square Garden Invitational - yeehaw!


WHAT'S YOUR KARMA?
The Ultimate Spa Session for the Soul
Personal Prophecies for 2010
What Does the Year Hold For You?
Date: Saturday, January 9th
Time: 7pm - 9pm
Location: Meta Center New York
214 W. 29th StreetNew York, NY
Price: Free
RSVP: bookings@whatsyourkarma.com to reserve your spot

It's been awhile since I've seen items worthy of Grab Bag status. Today I bring you TWO, which I found on My Dallas Mommy:

First, try out a free Ivan Mog gourmet apple! You get to pick your flavor (include cocoa, M&Ms and butter pecan! I selected butter pecan.)

Ivan Mog's Gourmet Caramel Apples have set the standard for gourmet apple treats, with our homemade kettle caramel, our use if all-natural ingredients and no preservatives, our jumbo firm and slightly tart granny smith apples, and a host of delicious toppings and flavors!

Second, sample Stevia in the Raw. Stevia is my sweetener of RECORD - it's an all natural 0-calorie sweetener extracted from the stevia plant. Until sometime last year, the USDA banned stevia from being marketed in the USA as a sweetener thanks to artificial sweetener lobbyists - you could only buy it in health stores as a "supplement." Something changed and now Stevia is mainstream (something to do with soft drink companies), and much CHEAPER (thank God). Forget sugar and forget Equal - get Stevia!

Stevia Extract in The Raw™ is the purest national brand stevia sweetener available. Only from the maker of Sugar In The Raw ®. SteviaExtract In The Raw™ just gives you the pure sweetening power of stevia. It's the all–natural, zero calorie sweetener that costs less and tastes great.

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I've finally found discount tickets to Love, Loss and What I Wore!

Groupon - you really set the stage for collective buying power. Today I got an email from Lifebooker introducing me to Lifebooker Loot...and guess what service they're selling first?

Boyfriend for Hire!

Hey now, tickle me senseless.

So in case you missed it first time around, round back and purchase your new handy dandy 2-hour boyfriend for $75, normally $200 (sexual services will have to be negotiated platonically).



From Lifebooker Loot's email:

Ladies (and Gentlemen), we bring you ... Boyfriend for Hire at 63% off! That means you can get certificates for 2 hours of handyman work for only $75 (normally $200).This team of bonded and insured technicians has over 150 years of combined professional experience. Find a single guy in NYC that can say that! These skilled workmen are ready to assemble, paint, fix, hang, grout, tile, saw, sand, repair and remodel everything you've been wanting to do (and everything your landlord has been neglecting to take care of).

Exclusively on Lifebooker Loot, you can purchase up to 6 certificates, and use up to 4 in one visit! Call on your brawny beaux for a quick fix whenever needed, or have him work a full day and get that big job done. With this deal you can get an 8 hour day of skilled labor for $300!

P.S. Can someone please purchase this service and tell me if the "boyfriends" are as hot as we hope they are?!

P.P.S. Hey Boyfriend for Hire - how about you send someone over free of charge? I'll let the world know.

Looks like Frutober is still getting some pick up! Janice over at Gigabiting had this to say about me:

If you think like I do, these story links will interest you:

-How to get cheaper prescriptions (Recessionwire)
-12 cool things to do with USED dryer sheets (Wisebread)
-Discounted Designer Clothing Store You Never Heard of (Bed Stuy Blog via Brokelyn)
-Show Off your Creativity and Get Paid (Lifestyler)

$.88 cents for 2 Pop Burgers! Delicious.

Who: 8coupons.com & Pop Burger
What: 2 Pop Burgers for 88 cents (normally $7)
When: This Friday, January 8th , 2009 2PM- 6:30PM - And the 8th of every month moving forward!
Where: Pop Burger, 14 E 58th Street, New York N.Y. 10022 (between 5th and Madison)
Why: Exclusive OCHO LOCO! offer for 88 cents.
How: Text yourself the special OCHO LOCO! mobile coupon from 8coupons.com and show your phone to redeem.

Cleverly Clothed Presents the January Fashion Industry Cocktail Reception
Friday, January 8
8-midnight
2nd floor Mezz Bar in the Paramount Hotel
235 W. 46th St

Join hosts Daniel Saynt of Fashion Indie and fashion photographer Nadav Benjamin for limited complimentary drinks courtesy of Spaten and Franziskaner and a special gift for best dressed courtesy of Blank Label.

$5 with confirmed rsvp.
RSVP