After you've recovered from the coma-inducing tryptophan coursing through your veins tomorrow, grab your friends and family and head over to Post Oak Boulevard for one of Houston's favorite traditions: the 23rd Annual Uptown Holiday Lighting. This year's party will kick off at 4:00 p.m. and features live holiday music and festive concessions like cotton candy and kettle corn (we didn't know those were festive, but we like them anyway) before Santa himself shows up......

We trust that you're well on the way to completing your entry for the Second Annual Saint Arnold Scavenger Hunt. What? You aren't? That's okay; you still have until this Sunday, November 23rd, to finish it up for a chance to win an invitation to an exclusive party at Houston's favorite brewery and the grand prize of a home kegerator (don't act like you haven't always wanted one). The scavenger hunt is pretty straightforward: the......

As promised, Houstonist mingled with about 275 intrepid people who came out to experience their first Flavor Tripping party on Friday night at The Social. And although the lines were sometimes long to get in and to get at the food, people had a wonderful time tripping the night away. Favorite comments overheard by Houstonist included, "I can't believe I just ate nine whole lemons... My stomach is going to hate me later." and "You......

Got your tickets for the Flavor Tripping party tomorrow night? Good! Then you know that the event has been moved from the Saint Arnold brewery to The Social on Washington Avenue, due to scheduling conflicts. But don't despair -- there will still be plenty of sweet, sweet beer to go around. Instead of the flotilla of Saint Arnold brews, there will be three beers on tap for the night: Guinness (which tastes like a chocolate......

When Houstonist told our 11 readers about the first-ever flavor-tripping party (a.k.a. Miracle berry party) to be held in Houston, we received several comments and emails from readers lamenting the fact that they'd missed the sold-out event. Never fear! Houstonist is here for you, babies. Flavor-tripping is back, and it's back in a big way. The next flavor-tripping party to be held in Houston will be even bigger and better than the event held a......

The 2008 Houston Press "Best of Houston" Launch Party was a big success Thursday night. The event was held at Lucky's Pub and it entertained a packed crowd of Houstonians as the event featured the sounds of 80 Proof and their red hot go-go dancers. In the VIP room, the spinning of DJ Andrew Lawrence kept the crowd in a mellow grove as they enjoyed complimentary alcohol and food. In the back area, patrons had......

Technology Bytes, Houston's longest running computer call in show turns thirteen this month and they are having a party to celebrate. Join the hosts Jay Lee, Dwight Silverman, Peter, Barrett, Phliktid and Groovehouse for the Technology Bytes 13th Anniversary Party, Saturday night at Dean's Credit Clothing at 316 Main St. from 7:30pm until who knows when. There will be a cash bar with the most amazing frozen cosmos in town and entertainment provided by DJ......

In case you missed it, Houstonist had a crawfish boil this weekend. Over the course of three hours, we boiled and served 496 pounds of crawfish with Volcano holding the last five pounds for their own culinary delight. Thanks to everyone who made this event a success. Thanks to our 11 readers and your 109 friends for showing up to get your dine on. Thanks to Volcano Pete and his staff, particularly Andrea and......

::HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BLAFFER!:: Blaffer Gallery, the Art Museum of the University of Houston, is pleased to announce that the museum turns 35 years old in March. A handful of events are planned this spring in conjunction with its birthday, including a 35th Anniversary Celebration on March 13 and the 2008 Blaffer Gallery gala, HOT on H-TOWN, on May 15. The 35th anniversary celebration will take place on Thursday, March 13, at 7 p.m. in......

Calling all pooches! Oliver, a friendly (obviously, he's hosting this soiree) Golden Retriever is having a little canine social event, the Bow-Wow Bash at the Houston Arboretum this Saturday from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Please RSVP quickly here, to ensure your participation. There will be music and refreshments in the meadow and dog owners get poochie punch and a doggie bag with bottled water and a treat for their "party animal". Please be sure......

::HCP Print Auction Preview Party:: Houston Center for Photography announces its largest annual fundraiser, the 26th Anniversary Print Auction. The auction preview and exhibition open on Thursday night, January 17 from 6-8pm and continue through February 13. The auction will take place on Friday, February 15 from 5:30-10pm at the Junior League of Houston, with world-renowned photography specialist Rick Wester as guest auctioneer. Cocktails and silent auction, as well as a live auction preview are......

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Houstonist is two years old. We have made great strides during our second year. We are proud to have showcased the city and the work of many talented photographers during 600 sq mi. And, we are also proud and very relieved to have safely hosted over 60 folks on the Light Rail Pub Crawl. Thanks to our 11 veteran readers and our one new recruit. We love you. You're the jam in our jelly......

Houstonist is always trying to up our level of sophistication. Thus, last week we were watching the Fine Living Channel's Great Cocktails series to get some ideas for sophisticated sipping material. The Corpse Reviver was one drink featured on the episode we caught. Per the show, the drink was named due to its ability to invigorate even the most hungover imbiber. Huh. Sounds like something you and we could use. Hit Spec's on your way......

Join Houstonist next Friday at State Bar as we party up for Houston's 171st birthday. Join Houstonist staff, friends, enemies and assorted local ne'er-do-wells as we sample the atmosphere at several downtown locales. Aspiring writers are encouraged to show up so that we can haze interview you. Secret handshake lessons start at 6:30. Houstonist's Party for Houston Friday, August 31st @ 6 PM State Bar & Lounge 909 Texas Ave. 713 229 8888......

Galveston is hosting the 23rd Mardi Gras of its modern era while New Orleans krewes roll for the second time P.K. (Post Katrina). Dedicated lunatics have been slowly building up their Mardi Gras revelry since the twelfth night after Christmas - the official start of the carnival season. But, the highest concentration of the most celebrated Mardi Gras parades, balls and general debauchery lands this weekend. Attendance for events in both cities is expected to......