More Benefits for Japan in NYC

[updated May 9, 2011]
New Yorkers are coming together to support the people of Japan in the aftermath of their unfortunate series of devastating natural and man-made disasters.
Here are some upcoming fundraising events that will benefit Japan relief efforts...

Tuesday May 10
Save the Rising Sun
A Benefit to help aid the relief efforts in Japan
With performances by:
The Blue Pages, Deena Goodman and The Born Again Baldwins
Special Guest DJ - Niko
$20 donation
Prizes to be raffled off from:
The BD Project, Kiehl's, Refresh Body, Platinum Works Salon, Red Market Salon, Empellon
Puffy's Tavern, Johnny Utah's, Chris Loupos Photography, NY Health and Racquet Club
The Nate Berkus Show, Autographed jersey from Boomer Esiason, Autographed t shirt from football hall of famer Richard Dent

Advanced tickets can be purchased via ticketweb.com
7pm - 12 am

at:
Canal Room
285 W. Broadway (Canal St.)
(212) 941-8100
New York, NY
CanalRoom.com


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Our friend Evelyn invites you to this benefit cabaret show...
Friday, May 20
Parallel Moments - Cabaret Show
Benefiting the Earthquake Victims in Japan
While you're here, have you thought of where others may be at this moment?
Share the experience of parallel moments with Evelyn Natasha Castillo, Liana Kambouris, John Mendiola and friends, as they bring you many much loved songs of special moments from Miss Saigon to Wicked to Aida with amazing accompaniment by Dan Furman.
Musical Direction by Teri Ralston.
Come share the love of music and the gift of life.
This is a fundraiser donating proceeds to the Japanese Earthquake victims.
$15 Cover & a 2 Drink Minimum
RSVP via facebook
6:30pm-8pm
at:
The Duplex
61 Christopher St. (7th Ave. South)
New York, NY
(212) 255-5438
TheDuplex.com




Previously:
Benefits for Japan in NYC

Benefits for Japan in NYC

[Note: These events have already taken place. For upcoming Japanese Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Benefits, see: More Benefits for Japan in NYC]

New Yorkers are coming together to support the people of Japan in the aftermath of their unfortunate series of devastating natural and man-made disasters.

Here are some fundraising events that will benefit Japan relief efforts...
Thursday, March 24
Comedy Benefit
Red Cross Benefit for Japan
A special one-night only benefit show in cooperation with
the Red Cross to help those affected by the recent devastation in Japan.
All money raised this Thursday will go to help those hurt by the earthquake and tsunami.
No tickets will be accepted for this special engagement.
To make a reservation, call: (212) 861-9386. This show WILL sell-out.

Scheduled to appear:
Louis C.K. - VH1’s "Stand Up Spotlight– FX’s hit show “Louie”
Colin Quinn – SNL, Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn, Broadway show “Long Story Short”
Alan Colmes - “The Alan Colmes Show”, Fox’ “Hannity & Colmes”
Judah Friedlander – NBC’s “30 Rock,” Meet The Parents, Zoolander
Wayne Federman – HBO’s “Larry Sanders Show”, HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasum”
Joe Bolster – CBS’s “The Late Show with David Letterman”
Jim Mendrinos - comedy writer: SNL
Patty Rosborough - Comedy Central's Short Attention Span Theater
Steve Scheffer - VH1’s "Stand Up Spotlight
and more...
(A special possible surprise appearance by long-time close friend of the club who we can’t even name here.)
8:30pm
at:
Comic Strip Live
1568 Second Ave.
(between 81st & 82nd St.)
New York, NY
(212) 861-9386
ComicStripLive.com


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Wednesday, March 23 - Wednesday, March 30
Dine Out for Japan
For 1 week, participating restaurants are donating a portion of their profits to The Red Cross.
For a list of participating restaurants, visit:
NYSRA.org/DineOutforJapan
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Thursday, March 24
Fundraiser for Japan at Tammany Hall
$10 donation at the door.
Featuring Alex from Tokyo, Ali Coleman, Chin Chin, ADM, and more
7pm
at:
Tammany Hall
152 Orchard St. (between Stanton & Rivington St.)
New York, NY
212 982-7767
TammanyHallNY.com
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Monday, March 28
The Good Beer Seal presents...
Brewers for Brewers: Earthquake Relief Benefit
Brewers for Brewers
It’s time to stop reading about the disaster in Japan and to start doing something about it.
Join the local brewing community to support the Kiuchi Brewery in Japan.
Kiuchi brews Hitachino, and while their brewery hasn’t experienced too much damage, they are using their working bottling lines to bottle water, and are feeding as many people as they can in their restaurant.

Brooklyn Brewery will share their taps with selections from Empire Brewing Co., Heartland Brewery, Lagunitas Brewing Co., Sixpoint Craft Ales, Kelso of Brooklyn, Victory Brewing Co., and Coney Island Brewing.
Food provided by The Brooklyn Kitchen & The Meat Hook, Jimmy’s No. 43, Tanuki Tavern, and Waterfront Ale House
All proceeds will go directly to Kiuchi’s efforts to support their fellow sake and artisanal beer breweries in Ibaraki Prefecture.
Purchase tickets online: brownpapertickets.com
7pm - 10pm
at:
Brooklyn Brewery
#1 Brewers Row
79 North 11th Street
Brooklyn, NY
(718) 486-7422
BrooklynBrewery.com
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Thursday, March 31
Party With Purpose present...


Rockjazz for Japan
Featuring performances by:
ELEW, Cassandra Wilson, Great Big Planes, & Complexions Contemporary Ballet with Desmond Richardson

ELEW

Cassandra Wilson

With a special guest appearance by Academy Award Winner Forest Whitaker
Party with a Purpose will donate all proceeds to benefit Doctors Without Borders & Save The Children Relief Efforts in Japan.
General admission: $60
General admission + open bar: $100
Doors at 7pm
Event Begins at 8pm
at:
The Gramercy Theatre
127 E. 23rd St. (bet. Lexington Ave. & Park Ave. S)
New York, NY
(212) 777-6800

VIP tickets include catered, open bar pre-party from 7pm-8pm with an appearance by ELEW, and VIP seating. Only 75 VIP tickets will be sold.
For more information visit partywithpurpose.org
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Surprise guest just announced! Zach Galifianakas
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Bklyn ♥ Japan - Part I
Host: Liam McEneaney
with Music by:
Ra Ra Riot
Sean Bones
Diamondsnake

Comedy by:
Eugene Mirman (Bob's Burgers, Delocated)
Todd Barry (Louis, many Comedy Central specials)
Lisa Delarios (from Party Machine @ Union Hall)
Surprise guest (which was announced today: Zach Galifianakas)

Dance party with:
DJ Annie Hart (Au Revoir Simone)
DJ Baio (Vampire Weekend)
7:30pm Doors / 8pm Show
$15 adv / $20 doors
at:
The Bell House
149 7th St. (between 2nd & 3rd Ave.)
Gowanus, Brooklyn, NY
718 643-6510
TheBellHouseNY.com

There is another show April 15.
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Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Fundraiser for Japan
The Japan Exchange & Teaching Program Alumni Association of NY (JETAANY), in partnership with NY de Volunteer, will be raising funds to benefit Japan.
$25 at the door includes:
Drink specials, entertainment, and raffle prizes

Details at jetaany.org/helpjapan
6:30pm - 9:30pm
at:
Slate
54 W. 21st St.
(between 5th & 6th Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 989-0096
Slate-NY.com



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Tuesday, April 5
Brazen Head Fundraiser
Fundraiser for the Japanese Relief Effort
featuring:
Santori Single Malt Whiskey - $10
Absolute Brooklyn - $7
Half of all the sales of these 2 wonderful liquors will be donated to the Japanese relief effort.
RSVP via facebook
6-9pm
at:
The Brazen Head
228 Atlantic Ave.
(between Court St. & Boerum Pl.)
Boerum Hill, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 488-0430
BrazenHeadBrooklyn.com
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Wednesday, April 6
Japan Earthquake & Tsunami Relief Fundraiser
Suggested donation: $20 at the door
includes specials on selected drafts and well drinks
Raffles prizes
100% of the donations will go to the American Red Cross Relief Fund
RSVP- karen.he311@gmail.com
or via facebook
6-9pm
at:
Blaggard's Pub
8 W. 38th St.
(between 5th & 6th Ave.)
New York, NY
212-382-2611


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[Update: The Auction for Hope fundraising event at Gstaad has been canceled. The auction has been changed to an on-line auction. Details coming soon...]
Wednesday, April 6
Scene PR presents...
Auction for Hope: A fundraiser for Japan at Gstaad
Silent Auction
Raffle ticket to win a Apple iPod Touch
RSVP at: auctionforhope.eventbrite.com/

SCENEPR plans & promotes a series of events for young professionals, entrepreneurs and organizations working in or around the media, arts, finance & entertainment industries.
ScenePR.com
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Friday, April 8
Dance for Japan
A benefit for earthquake/tsunami victim relief featuring over 40 DJs on 4 floors
Dance local, think global takes on new meaning tonight,
as the DJ community of New York comes together to raise money for the victims of the Japan disaster. Come out for a very special night of music from the best DJs in NYC, and support the people of Japan as they struggle to rebuild. Donations will be collected at Pacha, proceeds to go to the Japanese Red Cross.

Free admission before midnight on guestlist:
pachanyc.com/guestlist_040811.html

Purchase tickets:
pacha-nyc.clubtickets.com/us/2011-04/08/dance-for-japan-a-benefit-for-earthquake-tsunami-victims

Doors 10pm
Table Reservations 212.209.7500
at:
Pacha New York
618 W. 46th St.
(between 11th & 12th Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 209-7500
PachaNYC.com

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Friday, April 8
The NY Volunteering Meetup Group present...
Japan Earthquake Fundraiser
Join this Meetup group & RSVP
Suggested Donation: $10
(make checks payable to the American Red Cross referencing the Japanese earthquake)
All proceeds will be donated to support the American Red Cross Japan Earthquake and Tsunami.
6:30 - 9pm
at:
Studio XXI
59 W. 21st St. (near 6th Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 359-4200
StudioXXInyc.com
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Saturday, April 9, 2011
Concert for Japan
Japan Society presents a 12-hour concert and open house extravaganza benefiting organizations that directly help people affected by the earthquake and tsunamis that struck Japan. In addition to various music acts by dozens of artists, this one-day event offers special activities for all ages, from Origami and Washi Lantern Installation workshops for good wishes, to Language Classes, Calligraphy Workshops, Kamishibai Storytelling and more.

100% of proceeds from this event will go to the Japan Earthquake Relief Fund.

Japanese sweets are available for free sampling and tasting.
Other food and drinks will be available for purchase.

see Concert Schedule
11am – 12:30pm
Open Concert
New York Suwa Taiko Association
with allied members from: Taiko Masala, New York Taiko Aikokai, Sakura Taiko, Ninja Taiko, Brooklyn Genki Daiko and Taiko Club of Brooklyn Waldorf.
Cocolo Japanese Gospel Choir
*No ticket required - seating is first come, first served

1–2:20pm
Gala Block (sold out)
Philip Glass & Hal Willner
Lou Reed, Laurie Anderson & John Zorn

2:45–4:00pm
Japanese Traditional Music:
Masayo Ishigure and Miyabi koto shamisen ensemble (koto, bass koto, shamisen, shakuhachi), Sadahiro Kakitani (ryuteki), Mutsumi Takamizu and Masumi Takamizu (shamisen/vocal, koto), Yumi Kurosawa (20 string koto), James Nyoraku Schlefer and Kyo Shin An Shakuhachi Dojo (shakuhachi), Taikoza (taiko, shakuhachi, fue).
*No ticket required - seating is first come, first served

4:15–5:15pm
Western Classical and Contemporary Music:
Mari Kimura (violin), Makoto Nakura (marimba), Taka Kigawa (piano), Lisa Bielawa (composer/vocalist).
*No ticket required - seating is first come, first served

6:00 – 7:20 pm
Gala Block (sold out)
Ryuichi Sakamoto with Special Guests
M.O.D. Technologies, Bill Laswell, Gigi, Bernie Worrell, Hideo Yamaki and many others

8–11pm
Rock/Pop Bands:
Me & Mars, The Suzan, Hard Nips, Echostream, DJ Aki
Plus Salmé from Tokyo!
*No ticket required - seating is first come, first served
at:

Japan Society
333 E. 47th St. (First Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 832-1155
JapanSociety.org


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Saturday, April 9
Hops for Hope
Help support disaster relief in Japan with a $5 donation at the door (more if your feeling generous)
Serving $5 pints of Kelso or Brooklyn Brewery, and every penny of the $5 goes to the relief fund.

ALL proceeds will be shared between The American Red Cross: Japan Earthquake & Pacific Tsunami and The Humane Society: International Disaster Fund.

Beer donated by Kelso and Brooklyn Brewery.
RSVP via facebook
4-9pm
at:
Moonshine
317 Columbia St.
Brooklyn, NY
(718) 858.8088
BrooklynMoonshine.com
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Monday, April 11
New York Loves Japan - East Village Punch Party
A group of liquor brand representatives, artists, writers and musicians have graciously donated their time, effort and a whole lot of booze in the name of helping out Japan.

$20 donation includes unlimited punch refills
Six hand-crafted, Japanese-inspired punches will be on the bartop.
punch sponsors include:
Pernod Absinthe
Belvedere vodka
Sailor Jerry Rum
Corazon Tequila
Leblon Cachaça
Beefeater Gin
The Tippling Bros.

The bar staff will be mixing up and selling Yamazaki Japanese whiskey cocktails all night long.

100% of proceeds donated to The Japan Society's Earthquake Relief Fund
Tunes by DJ Kimiko Masuda.
RSVP via facebook:
For questions, contact Jenny Adams, jennyadamsfreelance@gmail.com
7pm - 11pm
at:
The Summit Bar
Avenue C (at 9th St.)
New York, NY
thesummitbar.net
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Tuesday, April 12
Cathyland & PackratPlanet present..
Rock 4 Japan A benefit concert
Live rock show featuring:
Cheap Trick or Treat's tribute to Live at Budokan
Acey Slade & the Dark Party
The Orion Experience
High Teen Boogie
The Youngthings
& more

Rock out all night with Guest DJs Dario Speedwagon, Michael T & Amber Martin
Raffle prizes include:
* an Ibanez electric guitar, a 5-piece set of Sound Percussion drums, Cheap Trick Budokan DVD/CD sets and Rick Nielsen-designed Ipod and Ipad cases

RSVP via facebook
$10 suggested donation
All proceeds go toward Japan earthquake/tsunami relief efforts
doors 6pm. Show 8pm - midnight
at:
Brooklyn Bowl
61 Wythe Ave. (between N 11th & N 12th St.)
Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY
(718) 963-3369
BrooklynBowl.com
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Tuesday, April 12
Fundraiser for Tsunami victims.
Hosted by National Geographic
Complimentary beverage, bar snacks,
Raffles for lots of great prizes.
All donations are greatly appreciated.
National Geographic will generously match funds raised.
7pm
at:
The Banshee Pub
1373 First Ave.
(between 73rd & 74th St.)
New York, NY
(212) 717-8177
BansheePubNYC.com
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Friday, April 15, 2011
Bklyn ♥ Japan (Part II)
Comedy from:
Wyatt Cenac (Daily Show with Jon Stewart)
Kristen Schaal (Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Letterman, Conan, Flight of the Conchords)
Kurt Braunohler (IFC, Tell Your Friends! The Concert Film!)
Tim Harrington ("Beardo"/Les Savy Fav)
Arden Myrin (MAD TV/Chelsea Lately)
and more

Music by:
Mike Doughty (formerly of Soul Coughing)
Hard Nips (from Japan)
The Suzan (from Japan)
and more

All night dance party with:
DJ Aaron Lacrate and a special celebrity DJ (t.b.a.)
7:30pm Doors / 8pm Show
$15 adv / $20 doors
at:
The Bell House
149 7th St. (between 2nd & 3rd Ave.)
Gowanus, Brooklyn, NY
718 643-6510
TheBellHouseNY.com


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Tuesday, April 26
Comedy Magic & Variety Show Benefit
featuring Richie Magic
all proceeds to be donated to American Red Cross for Japanese earthquake relief
minimum donation: $10
6:30, 8:30 & 10:30pm shows
at:
Parkside Lounge
317 E. Houston St. (Attorney St.)
New York, NY
(212) 673-6270
ParksideLounge.net


[Note: These events have already taken place. For upcoming Japanese Earthquake/Tsunami Relief Benefits, see: More Benefits for Japan in NYC]

New Year's Eve at Pacha

#23 in our month-long series highlighting the best New Year's Eve parties in NYC...
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Pacha NYC presents...
PACHA NEW YEARS 2010


A 24 Hour Marathon Event

bring in the new year with
DJ KLUTCH & DJ GETDOWN

then Late Night EVOLVE featuring
VICTOR CALDERONE
along with special guest
PACO OSUNA

plus MIND CONTROL featuring
RICHIE SANTANA & PETER BAILEY

music in Pachita by
MARIO CALEGARI
MISS JENNIFER & SERIO

music in the basement by
DAMIEN FORD, SIMON H, RIZZI, RALPH BERR, DAVE PECH, DANIELLE NICOLE, DAN E, TED MAYDAY, MIKE TECH, ERIQ SOSSA, LUCIANO PARDINI & MORE TBC

hip hop / mash-ups by NEIL BEATS & DJ DL

Table Reservations 212.209.7500

at:
Pacha New York
618 W. 46th St.
(between 11th & 12th Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 209-7500
PachaNYC.com

Two Halloween Parties at Pacha

#15 & 16 in our week-long series on the best Halloween parties in New York City...

Friday, October 30
Pacha NYC proudly presents...
Jonathan Peters Halloween Eve


Upstairs in Pachita:
Chriss Vargas w/ Miss Jennifer
Doors open 10pm
Table Reservations 212.209.7500
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Saturday October 31 (Halloween Night)
Pacha NYC proudly presents...
Danny Tenaglia: Boooo Yourself
with Danny Tenaglia
Doors open 10pm
Table Reservations 212.209.7500

at:
Pacha New York
618 W. 46th St.
(between 11th & 12th Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 209-7500
PachaNYC.com

To book your party, go to:
Pachanyc.com/partywithus/


See the video from last year's Halloween at Pacha:

New Year's Eve at Pacha

New Year's Eve at Pacha.
#48 in our month-long series highlighting the best New Year's Eve parties in NYC.
See the whole series here:
murphguide.blogspot.com/search/label/New Year's Eve
For more info. call the MurphGuide New Year's headquarters:
212 717-9955

December 31, 2008
Danny Tenaglia & Boris: Believe In Yourself
New Years Eve 2009 at Pacha

A 24 Hour Marathon Event...
Believe in Yourself
featuring music by Danny Tenaglia
Boris
along with Richie Santana & Peter Bailey
plus Made in Colombia with Chriss Vargas

VIP Open Bar Package: $125
Includes admission all night/day
4 hour open bar: 9pm - 1am
Pacha signature chocolate cherries & hors d'oeuvres
Party favors
Champagne toast at midnight
Live simulcast of ball drop from Times Square

General Admission (After 1am): $70
Includes admission after 1am
Pacha party favors
Pacha signature chocolate cherries & hors d'oeuvres

General Admission (New Year's Day): $60
Includes admission after 8am
Party favors
Pacha signature chocolate cherries & hors d'oeuvres

Cabana VIP Box
For large parties (Just 2 Available)
Stationed directly on the dancefloor for an intense experience while keeping your own private space. The Ultimate VIP Package
Package Includes all the General Admission Benefits plus:
• 5 Perrier Jouet Brut Champagne
• 5 Grey Goose Vodka
• Private Refrigerator filled with Water & Energy Drinks (lockable with your own key)
• Flat Panel TV with access to views of Pacha & live feed from Times Square
• Personal Host & Personal Server
• Bag of Pacha Merchandise (shirts, cds, and more)
• Limousine Pickup & Dropoff at Pacha for your whole party (call for details)
• CALL 212.209.7500 TO RESERVE

Premium Mezzanine Banquet VIP Seating: $500 per person
Stationed with best views of the newly renovated DJ Booth and stage plus a birds-eye view of all the action

Mezzanine VIP Seating: $400 per person
Stationed with direct views of dance floor overlooking all the action

Shower Lounge VIP Seating: $300 per person
Seated in the infamous Pacha Shower Lounge featuring the one and only Pacha Shower Dancers all night

Mirror Lounge & Green Room VIP Seating: $250 per person
Located in the stunning Mirror Lounge or the Private Green Room

Pachita VIP Seating: $250 per person
Located in the exclusive upstairs VIP Room, Pachita

Basement Lounge VIP Seating & Standing VIP Tables: $200 per person


Pacha New York
618 W. 46th St.
(between 11th & 12th Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 209-7500
PachaNYC.com



You pick up tickets at the Pacha Box Office anytime from 11am-7pm.
Call 212.209.7500 with any questions

Visit Pacha's New Year's Eve mini-site for videos, vip packages, info and more...
http://newyears.pachanyc.com/

Check out Pacha TV's New Years Eve 2009 Teaser:
Danny Tenaglia & DJ Boris: "Believe in Yourself"

Happy 3-Year Anniversary to Pacha

Congratulations to Eddie Dean and our friends at Pacha nightclub on their 3-year anniversary in NYC. Pacha, founded by Ricardo Urgell in 1967 in Sitges, Spain, has become a world renowned name in nightlife. They opened in New York City late in 2005, with a club run by nightlife all-star Eddie Dean, and have been tearing it up on the west side ever since. Famous for its sound system and an international lineup of DJs, Pacha will feature resident DJ Erick Morillo for the anniversary party.

Friday, December 13 PachaNYC presents... 3 Year Anniversary
with resident DJ Erick Morillo
opening set by Vanjee
Classics & Mashups with DJ Riz

Free admission before Midnight
Click here to get on the list...

The US Marine Corps & Pacha New York present:
Toys for Tots Toy Drive
Guests who donate an unwrapped toy
will receive FREE ADMISSION
before 12 midnight

Doors open 10pm
Table Reservations 212.209.7500
at:
Pacha
618 W. 46th St.
(between 11th & 12th Ave.)
New York, NY
(212) 209-7500
PachaNYC.com