Party over here! At Tamboril restaurant at 527 Myrtle Avenue, that is. Event begins after the fireworks, at 10:30pm. Stop in at any time from 10:30pm-on, to get your art fix, dance, drink, music and grub ON. Only $5, or $10 after midnight.

Tamboril is located at 527 Myrtle and can be reached at 718.622.5130.

Aricka Westbrooks, owner of Jive Turkey, the first of its kind restaurant specializing in whole fried turkey, will speak on the topic of Building Fearless Businesses in Troubled Financial Times: Learn to make your business boom during an economic bust at St. Francis College on Tuesday, June 17th. A number of other panelists, including Clem Richardson, NY Daily News columnist, will also participate.

This networking event is coordinated by Project Enterprise, a NY not-for-profit that provides microloans, business development services and networking opportunities to existing and aspiring entrepreneurs. To RSVP or for further information on the event, contact Project Enterprise at 212.678.6734xt. 19 or info@projectenterprise.

Jive Turkey restaurant is located at 441 Myrtle Avenue (btwn Clinton and Waverly Avenues), and can be reached at 718.797.1688. Check out the menu today!

The 9th Annual South of the Navy Yard Artists (SONYA) stroll is this upcoming weekend, Saturday, 5/17 and Sunday, 5/18: 12p-6p. There is literally something for everyone.

The art stroll is free and open to the public.

Please make certain to stop by the following local businesses to pick up maps and check out exhibits:

Clinton Hill Art Gallery, 154 Vanderbilt Gnarly Vines, 350 Myrtle Pillow Cafe, 505 Myrtle PrattSTORE, 550 Myrtle Square Root Cafe, 584 Myrtle

Tour maps are also available for download from the SONYA website.

Bring your friends and family along and make it a celebration of art making and appreciation! For more information call 718.857.5696.

Information on a small business seminar at St. Joseph's College:

Marketing Strategies For Your Small Business May 15, 2008, 6:00 PM Tuohy Hall Auditorium Description: Micro and Small Business owners can create business cards, letterhead, and brochures on their own computers in a pinch, but is that the only way to go?

Featuring Henrietta Koffi, Associate Director/Project Manager Entrepreneur’s Corner Fort Greene SNAP (Strategic Neighborhood Action Partnership)

We'll cover what to think about when you are taking the "do it yourself" route, then talk about inexpensive ways to buy and order online, and finally how to choose a designer to create your own unique look.

For additional information or to RSVP please contact John Keenan by email at jkeenan@sjcny.edu or by telephone at 718.399.2745. Refreshments will be served

Event held in the St. Joseph’s College Tuohy Hall, Auditorium 245 Clinton Avenue Between DeKalb and Willoughby Avenues Contact Email: jkeenan@sjcny.edu Contact Information: 718.399.2745

Root Stock & Quade opens Friday! Soft opening planned but keep an eye out for something a little more formal in the coming weeks. Stop in to say hello or give them a call at 718.230.8081.

Hours this opening day are 2pm to 7pm. Regular hours thereafter:

Closed Mondays and Tuesdays; 11 to 7, Wednesday thru Friday; 10 to 7, weekends.

Root Stock & Quade: 471 Myrtle Avenue, between Washington Avenue and Hall Street

Don't miss the Archetypes exhibit at Square Root Cafe. Artist, Katharine Sandalls presents large-scale portraits which capture the very essence of her diverse subjects.

Square Root Cafe is located at 584 Myrtle Avenue (corner of Classon), and can be reached by telephone at 718.230.7077.

Thought I'd share Brian from Clinton Hill Foodie's recent post (and pics!) of Cafe Martino. Cafe Martino is located at 559 Myrtle Avenue between Emerson Place & Classon Avenue, and can be reached by telephone number at 718.636.3966.

Photo is courtesy Brian from Clinton Hill Foodie

Karen's Body Beautiful helps us shake off the winter-couch potato doldrums and transition into the sizzle of the spring and summer with two fun and health-focused workshops in one evening, this Saturday, April 26th from 6-9pm:

Food for the Skin Workshop w/Karen Tappin Saunderson

-Get natural anti-aging techniques and recipes -Learn how to naturally improve acne, eczema and other skin problems --Create your own revitalizing face scrubs and masks -Receive tips on rejuvenating your body and naturally invigorating your hair and skin -Discover what skin and hair problem causing ingredients to avoid

Cook to Live with Funmilayo

-Explore foods than can help you melt off Winter weight and get slim for Spring! -Discover what foods will heighten your sexual experiences! -Learn QUICK cooking techniques and meal planning for the person that is "too busy" to cook -Learn which foods give you glowing skin and healthy hair.

$125 workshop fee includes dinner, all workshop materials, and a twenty-five dollar gift card for all current Karen's Body Beautiful customers.

Oh, it's on now! The last Sunday of every month, Rope Bar hosts a giant screen StreetFighter 2 videogame challenge.

Next StreetFighter night: this weekend, April 27th.

Cover: $2 Sign up: 7-8pm

Winner takes the loot. And I think there was something mentioned about a trophy too. Funnnn.

Call Rope Bar for details: 718.522.2899

415 Myrtle (Vanderbilt/Clinton)

Tamboril now has its liquor license and asks you to join in the celebration:

A night of cocktails as we unveil our cocktail menu. The menu features nuevo latino inspired martinis to timeless classics such as the sidecar. Best of all enjoy our mojito or a caribbean cosmo.

The celebration begins at 5:30pm with a happy hour until 7:30pm

…it’s gonna be a cocktail affair…enjoy your social experience

April 26th, 2008

RSVP info@tamborilnyc.com

Tamboril 527 Myrtle Avenue (Grand/Steuben) 718.622.5130