Let's get this (CIAA) party started

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Let's get this (CIAA) party started

By Qcity Staff – February 22, 2010

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Everybody knows that CIAA week in Charlotte is about more than basketball. So without further ado, here is a list of parties and off-court events.

Special thanks to CIAACentral (www.CLTCentral.com), which compiled the list, and CharlotteObserver.com.

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Tuesday, Feb. 23

CIAA African American Heritage Segway Tour of Charlotte. Explore Charlotte’s African American History on a Segway. This tour will have limited capacity. Includes museum fees and lunch. 2 p.m. Feb. 23-Feb. 27. $80 per person (includes entrance fee to museums along the tour).

CIAA African American Heritage Tour. Explore the history of African Americans in Charlotte from the Revolutionary War to present day. This tour includes entrance to the museums and lunch. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 24-27. $80.

Wednesday, Feb. 24

2010 CIAA Ford Fan Experience – Bank of America Day. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C.

Thursday, Feb. 25

Pink Groove 5. The Ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Rho Psi Omega Chapter present Pink Groove 5. The Forum 300 N. College St. Music by DJ Stacey Blackman. Dress code: Sophisticated, city chic (no athletic attire).Tickets $35 in advance; VIP tickets $75 in advance. A Portion of the proceeds benefit the Rho Psi Omega Scholarship Fund. Ages 21 and up only (25 and up preferred). For tickets go to For VIP tickets and more information contact Simone Farrar at 704-264-6585 or fundraising@rhopsiomega.org. (A $5 convenience fee will be added to each ticket purchased online.)

CIAA Old School Weekend Party. A meet and greet is 1 p.m.-2 a.m. Feb. 25. Free parking. Includes a “soul train” line contest with a cash prize to the top alumni group that participates, limited spaces available for vendors of all types of products, clothing, jewelry, make-up, promos, etc. Details: 336-499-7171 or 704-248-8736.

The Yolanda Adams Morning Show presented by Lowe’s. Part of the CIAA Ford Fan Experience. Doors open at 5:30 a.m. The show is 6 –10 a.m. Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C.

2010 CIAA Fan Experience – Lowe’s Day. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C.

CIAA Yadkin Valley Wine Tour. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Take a break from the tournament and explore Yadkin Valley wine country. Visit three of Yadkin Valley’s finest wineries. Price includes transportation and tasting fees. Meals are separate. $100 per person (Discount available for seven or more people).

Best of Both Worlds: Fire & Ice: Presented by the Alphas of Charlotte and Deltas of Charlotte. Grand Central, 1000 Central Ave. (minutes from uptown). Music by DJ Flemingo. Dress to impress. Tickets: $25 in advance; limited VIP tickets are $200 and $300 in advance. For tickets, visit ; or contact VJ at 704-688-7811 or Tim at 704-651-1317.

Drama and Friends Artist Party. With DJ Drama and DJ Momillionz. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Jillian’s 200 East Bland St.

Friday, Feb. 26

Steve Harvey Morning Show presented by Ford. Part of the CIAA Ford Fan Experience. Doors open at 5:30 a.m.; show is 6-10 a.m. Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C.

2010 CIAA Ford Fan Experience. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center, Hall C.

“I Love NY” Party – Part 1. Anntony’s Caribbean Cafe, 201 East Seventh St. at Pecan Avenue (across from Showmars). $10, ladies free before 11 p.m. $10. Featuring NYC’s DJ Dayvoe Da Bronx Bajan (King of Hype) and the Bronx Blend King “DJ K-Swyft” Spinning hip-hop, R&B, reggae, and old school classics. Tickets: 704-737-7236.

Premier at the Ballroom. The Westin, 601 S. College St. Doors open at 9 p.m. Dress code: Sophisticated and classy.

New York City & Friends Party: Hosted by New York City’s Men in Harlem at the Wadsworth House, 400 S. Summit Ave. Hors d’oeuveres, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, cash bar and DJ. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. $20.

‘The Legends of Troy’ present: The 5th Annual VSU ‘Meet & Greet’ CI Day Party presented by the Legends of Troy. Starts at 1 p.m. The Forum, 300 N College St. Hosted by Miami radio personality Lorenzo “Ice Tea” Thomas. $20. Tickets: 877-993-8499;

Digital Divas Welcome to Charlotte Weekend – The Day Party. Noon-6 p.m. Blue Restaurant at Fifth and College streets (parking entrance on Sixth Street). Lunch menu available. Music from DJ Daddy D.

The Blues is Alright Tour. Featuring Bobby Bland, Marvin Sease, Roy C, Theodis Ealey, Calvin Richardson, and Shirley Brown. 6 p.m. at Ovens Auditorium.

2010 CIAA Step Show Throwdown and High School Stepoff. Hosted by Terrence J from 106 & Park. Doors open at 6 p.m.; show starts at 8 p.m. Bojangles’s Coliseum, 2700 Independence Blvd.

The Official High School Stepoff After Party. Hosted by Terrence J from 106 & Park. On the One & Twos DJ Cease Fire. Doors open at 10:30 p.m. $5 off with Step show ticket stub. Grady Cole Center, 310 N. Kings Drive.

Starpower Weekend. Hosted by Doug E Fresh. The Blake Hotel, 555 S. McDowell St. Doors open at 9 p.m. Four DJs: DJ Trauma, Doug E Fresh, Biz Markie and Boney B. Dress code: Camera Ready. $30 in advance.

Grown Folks Party for the Grown & Sexxy. 9 p.m.-2 a.m.Gerald A. Rudisill Jr. National Guard Armory Building, 4240 West Blvd. Music provided by DJ Slice spinning hip-hop, R&B, and old school classics. Cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. Free parking. $20 in advance. 704-773-0090.

Kicking off the Weekend. Music from Jada Kiss and DJ Drama. 9 a.m.-2 a.m. Jillian’s, 200 E. Bland St.

Uptown Fetish Day Party. Lavechias, 225 E. Sixth St. Music from DJ Freedom. $10 in advance. Dress code: Relaxed/Trendy. 704-615-8214;

Uptown Fetish Night Party: 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Music from DJ Heart Break. Dress code: Trendy Chic with a Splash of Charm. $20. 704-615-8214; www.sixfigureentertainment.com.

Elephant Man. The reggae star will perform at the Neighborhood Theatre. Doors open at 10 p.m. $29 in advance, $45 VIP.Charge via phone, 704-358-9298 (service fees apply to phone orders).

The Official CI Day Party – Facebook Edition. 12-5 p.m. Wine Up, 3306 N. Street. Music from a DJ and the band Shableek. Dress code: Daytime Classy & Sassy. $10 in advance. ($1.65 fee). Details:704-208-8805;

CIAA Party with a Purpose. Hosted by the 100 Black Men of Charlotte along with Herb and Felicia Gray. The Sunset Club, 1820 S. Blvd. Music by DJ Siza of Superfriends. Doors open at 9 p.m. $25. Dress code: Sophisticated Uptown Chic. No Athletic Wear. Proceeds benefit the 100 Black Men of Charlotte Movement of Youth Mentoring Program.

Saturday, Feb. 27

“I Love NY” Party – Part 2. Anntony’s Caribbean Cafe, 201 East Seventh St. at Pecan Avenue (across from Showmars). $10, ladies free before 11 p.m. $10. Featuring NYC’s DJ Dayvoe Da Bronx Bajan (King of Hype) and the Bronx Blend King “DJ K-Swyft” Spinning hip-hop, R&B, reggae, and old school classics. Tickets: 704-737-7236.

The Royal Comedy Tour. Bojangles’ Coliseum, 2700 E. Independence Blvd. Featuring Sommore, Don “DC” Curry, George Willborn, and DL Hughley. Tickets: 1-800-745-3000; www.ticketmaster.com.

CIAA Post Tournament party. Featuring theTemptations. Show starts at 11 p.m. Charlotte Convention Center.

“BlackNess.” Hosted by KJ Midday and Tap Money. Music by DJ 360. 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Knight Theater 430 S Tryon St. $28-$30. 704-576-5312.

The Encore at the Ballroom. Doors open at 9 p.m. Westin, 601 S. College St. Dress code: Sophisticated and Classy. .

Red Carpet Affair: Day Party Edition. Doors open at noon. Ladies free before 1 p.m. Dress code: Daytime Classy. Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, 222 S. Tryon St. 704-622-9372; .

The Casino Royale – The Ultimate Casino Styled Party. Music by DJ Kool Sheed. 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse uptown. No athletic attire. Ages 25 and older only.

Digital Divas Welcome to Charlotte Weekend – The Day Party. Noon-6 p.m. Blue restaurant at Fifth and College streets (parking deck entrance on Sixth Street). Lunch menu available. Music from DJ Polo. www.digitaldivasevents.com.

Digital Divas Welcome to Charlotte Weekend – The Night Party. 10 p.m.-2 a.m. Blue restaurant at Fifth and College streets (parking deck entrance on Sixth Street). Late night menu available, plus music from DJ Polo. $15 in advance. .

Day Party Hosted by the Hopewell-Prince George Crew. Noon-6 p.m. Breakfast Club, 225 N. Caldwell St. Buffet courtesy of Charlene’s Cuisine. Music from JD Slice. $20 in advance.

Operation Swagg: CIAA’s Mission Impossible Doubleheader. Doors open at 9 p.m. Music from DJs. No athletic gear allowed.

Kicking off the Week End. 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Jillian’s, 200 E. Bland St. Music from DJs.

The Grand Finale Tournament Edition. Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Art + Culture, 551 S. Tryon St. Four levels of entertainment. Tickets: .

George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic. Performance by oneof the greatest innovators of urban based soul, rock and funk over the last forty years. $35 in advance, $40 at the door, $60 VIP. Doors open at 8 p.m.; show at 9 p.m. Neighborhood Theatre. Charge tickets by phone: 704-358-9298 (service fees apply).

CI Day Party – Facebook Edition. 12:30-5 p.m. Wine Up, 3306 N. Davidson St. Music from DJ Eclips and the band Shableek. $10 in advance. ($1.65 fee). Dress code: Classy & Sassy. 704-208-8805