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What: Tank's CI Kickoff Extravaganza
The Deal: For the ladies -- or anyone who likes guys with big muscles and such -- R&B crooner Tank will be hosting this "grown and sexy" affair.
The Details: $25 (advance). 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Sheraton Airport Ballroom, 3315 Scott Futrell Drive. For more info/tickets, visit www.fab5entertainment.com or www.ciparties.com.
What: Digital Divas Presents: 2nd Annual Stogies & Stiletto's
The Deal: More Digital Divas fun ... this time at night. Come get your smoke on with specially priced cigars -- and your drink on with drink specials all night.
The Details: $20-$25 (advance). 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Sunset Club, 1820 South Boulevard. For more info/tickets, visit www.ez-tixx.com.
What: Tanglewood Crew's Tournament Soiree
The Deal: The Tanglewood Crew brings Nephew Tommy from The Steve Harvey Morning Show and electric violinist Ken Ford to the Omni.
The Details: See Web site for time. $25-$45. Omni Hotel, 132 E. For more info/tickets visit www.ez-tixx.com or www.sister-moments.com.
What: 2nd Annual CI Jump-Off
The Deal: OK, here's another "jump-off." But with promoters I.T.S. Promotions and DotCreations behind it, it's sure to have a whole different flavor. Plus, the venue -- Presto -- offers a great view of Uptown.
The Details: See Web site for price and time. Presto, 445 W. Trade St. For more info, visit www.myspace.com/qc22.
What: The Pre-Dawn Go-Go Jump Off
The Deal: Fusion Events Planning presents a party with an old school twist at The Loft, complete with free food and drink specials.
The Details: $20. 9 p.m.-3 a.m. The Loft, 1213 W. Morehead St. For more info, call Cherrice at 704-560-9067,
What: CIAA Meltdown
The Deal: Another Uptown party, presented by MAZ Entertainment.
The Details: $10 advance, $15 before 11 p.m. Doors open at 10 p.m. Ruth's Chris Uptown, 222 S. Tryon St. More info at www.myspace.com/mazent
Saturday, March 1
What: The Day Affair Vol. II
The Deal: Another party at Charlotte's coolest new nightclub HOM. This one features free cocktails and a spades tournament.
The Details: Ladies free before 2 p.m. 12 p.m.-7 p.m. HOM, 116 W. 5th St. For more info, visit www.pinkiesupproductions.com.
What: CIAA Alumni Block Party
The Deal: Carolina Panther player Keary Colbert hosts this all-day event, which includes a step show, a fashion show and non-stop music by DJ Chase.
The Details: $30-$40. 12 p.m.-8 p.m. Rustic Martini, 616 N. Tryon St. For more info, call 704-804-3532; or visit www.rusticmartini.net.
What: Digital Divas Presents: Uptown Saturday Part II
The Deal: This is the sequel to a party started last year, so it must be damn good. Music by DJ Polo and DJ Brown.
The Details: $5. 12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Blue Restaurant, corner of 5th St. and College St. For more info, visit www.digitaldivasevents.com.
What: The Good Life, CIAA celebration hosted by Morris Chestnut and Idris Elba
The Deal: Come party with stars of stage and screen Idris Elba (The Wire) and Morris Chestnut (Two Can Play That Game) at this party presented by Eddietainment.com.
The Details: See Web site for price and time. 25 and up. Discovery Place, 301 N. Tryon St. For more info, visit www.eddietainment.com or www.charlottevibe.com.
What: King Britt at HOM
The Deal: A consumate purveyor of all things soulful, King Britt brings his funky sound to Charlotte's newest and coolest (and our favorite) club, HOM. Oh, and he'll be joined by local great That Guy Smitty, spinning mellow, vibe-y shit.
The Details: Check Web site for price and time. HOM, 116 W. 5th St. For more info e-mail justin@myhom.com or visit www.myhom.com.
What: Dynasty5 Presents: Saturday Night Live -- The Grand Finale featuring Chuck Brown
The Deal: You can't have a CIAA without partying to the go-go sounds of Chuck Brown.
The Details: $30-$60 (advance). 9 p.m.-3 a.m. Hilton Center City, 222 E. 3rd St. For more info/tickets, visit www.ez-tixx.com.
What: The Saturday Cabaret with Raheem Devaughn
The Deal: Dynasty 5, The Sol Kitchen and Up Top Promotions host this event, which is hosted by soul vocalsit Raheem Devaughn.
The Details: $25 (advance) 9 p.m. Omni Hotel, 132 East Trade St. For more info/tickets, visit www.thesolkitchen.com or www.dynasty5.com.
What: Digital Divas Presents: Dream Part II
The Deal: Digital Divas keeps the party going with DJ Brown and live music by the R&B Band. mature audience preferred.
The Details: $25 (advance). 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Blue Restaurant, corner of 5th St. and College St. For more info/tickets, visit www.ez-tixx.com.
What: The Annual 30-Plus Party
The Deal: DJ Kool (of "Let Me Clear My Throat" fame) throws down at the Blumenthal.
The Details: $20 (Tickets available at all No Grease Barber locations). 10:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, 130 N. Tryon St. For more info, call 704-548-1494 or visit www.executiveent.com.