inauguration parties

I'm taking the day off, going barhopping. OK, probably just going to two bars. The only 2 that matter. There used to be 3.

I have been looking for places to take my elementary students to watch. We don't have any TVs in the school, and though we could watch it streaming online via a projector, I feel it an occasion to share with the masses. Our school is in Harlem and I have contacted the Apollo to see if they were screening it (they did the debates) but mum's the word. Anyone know of any non-drinking affiliated, Manhattan-based watch parties?

That California dude beer bar on 4th is having an event.

The California dude beer bar is called Pacific Standard. It's on 4th Avenue.

I got this from MoveOn today:

Dear MoveOn member,

Got plans on Tuesday night?

I hope not, because you've been cordially invited to an Inaugural Bash in Brooklyn. Well, a few of them actually.

Hundreds of thousands of us are getting together from coast to coast to celebrate this historic event together—and there are a few parties happening right near you in Brooklyn.

There are all different types of Inaugural Bashes to choose from. Some people are holding potlucks in their homes, some are getting together in local bars and restaurants, and some are throwing black-tie Inaugural Balls. You can check out all the parties in your area to find one that's your speed.

You don't need a tux or a gown—all you need to do is show up. Can you make it? Here are some of the parties near you:

Bristen's Eatery Supports Change
Where: Franklin Ave and Sterling Place (in Brooklyn)
When: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at 1:00 PM
RSVP:
http://pol.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=89245

Baracking @ Bar Olivino
Where: Bar Olivino (in Brooklyn)
When: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at 8:00 PM
RSVP:
http://pol.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=89392

Obama Inauguration Party
Where: Au Tour Du Monde Restaurant & Bar (in Brooklyn)
When: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009, at 6:00 PM
RSVP:
http://pol.moveon.org/event/events/event.html?event_id=88230
To see other Inaugural Bashes near you, click here:

http://pol.moveon.org/event/inauguralbash/

No matter which Inaugural Bash you choose, the important thing is that you'll be gathering with other progressives in your community who are fired up about Barack Obama's inauguration and ready to help get the change we elected Obama to deliver.

The grassroots energy that powered Obama's campaign isn't fading away. But we'll get back to the hard work of changing our country on Wednesday. On Tuesday, we're going to celebrate all we've achieved together.

–Daniel, Patrick S., Nita, Wes and the rest of the team