monday, february 8^th:

High Tide @ Kitty Cat Klub

What ever happened to old-fashioned listening parties? You know, the kind where folks got together to listen to the latest LP on crisp vinyl. Well, music appreciators fret no more. Each month, Jonathan Ackerman & Travis Stearns – hosts of the Kitty Cat Klub’s “High Tide” – hand pick a few hip, local musicians and Twin Cities’ music geeks to take their individualized love affairs with music and turn them into a public – and danceable – listening showcase. Tonight’s line-up includes tracks from the Moonstoners, psych/funk/garage rock from Guystorm’s Ryan Norton, and Lookbook’s Grant Cutler playing what he describes as “music your mother listened to” (which I can only hope includes a little Bread and Grand Funk Railroad). Plus, a sizzlin’ eclectic set from Ackerman and forgotten hits Stearns revived and borrowed from YouTube.

7pm-12am//free//21+

Kitty Cat Klub//315 14^th Ave. SE//MPLS

tuesday, february 9^th:

Rhymesayers Present: A Benefit for Haiti

You gotta hand it to Twin Cities’ arts and music scene. Generous artists and musicians have really worn the MN Nice badge accurately hosting benefit shows, auctions and concerts to raise money for Haiti relief. Last Saturday Gimme Noise, Mark Mallman and other locals music-makers teamed up on First Ave grounds to present a benefit for Haiti fit for a rocker. Tonight, it’s hip-hop’s turn to make a difference as Rhymesayers, 89.3 The Current and Vita.mn present a fundraiser show featuring a packed bill of TC hip-hop acts and indie-rap pals from across the country. Slug of Atmosphere hosts with live sets from label heavyweights Brother Ali, Freeway & super producer Jake One, Rhode Island’s Sage Francis & B. Dolan, plus local performances by I Self Divine, Doomtree’s Sims, Toki Wright, Muja Messiah, BK-One, Kevin Beachman and DJ King Otto.

7pm//$20//18+

First Ave//701 1^st Ave. N.//MPLS

wednesday, february 10^th:

Vita.mn’s Hotness 2010

Good genes might have made them “hotties,” but Twin Cities, you made their hotness official. The votes have been tallied and at tonight’s gala party the winners of Vita.mn’s annual Hotness 2010 search will be announced – one night before the Hotness issue hits stands. Join the sexy finalists at the Graves Hotel for an evening of cocktails, tunes, delicious hors d’oeuvres and live performances. With special appearances from Maria Isa and Harley Wood from the cast of “Rent,” Batucada do Norte, DJ sets from Gigamesh and The Nightstalker, plus mad giveaways and free samples from Crispin, Planet Beach, Smitten Kitten, OM Restaurant and much more!

7-11pm//free

Graves 601 Hotel//601 1^st Ave. N.//MPLS

saturday, february 13^th:

Go LIVE Go Red @ Fivetwosix

Saint Paul’s trend-setting FIVETWOSIX style parlor returns with another installment of their fashion, art and music-fused event, Go LIVE. This time pairing up with Go Red for Women, the American Heart Association, MCTC and the U of M Design Department, this edition of Go LIVE will feature the winning designs of the Red Dress from the Heart of Fashion Juried Show which took place last Saturday at MOA. Meet the designers and watch as the FIVETWOSIX’s talented staff of hair and makeup stylists create a style-forward look for the Red Dress models to rock right before your very eyes. Plus, groove to tunes from DJ Mike Swoop, sip wine from neighborhood wine shop, Solo Vino, and snack on tasty delights from restaurants the Cheeky Monkey and Crave all while local artist create live art centered around “the heart.” 25% of all sales from the art pieces will go towards the American Heart Association so feel free to buy until your heart’s content.

7-10pm//10 donation

Fivetwosix//526 Selby Ave.//St. Paul

sunday, february 14^th:

Paper Hearts @ Rogue Buddha Gallery

After an adorable Valentine’s Day dinner with your beloved – I hear French Meadow is offering up a tasty 4 course V-Day deal – head over to NE’s Rogue Buddha for l’étoile hosted evening mixer that celebrates both single and coupledom. Peep artwork from Rogue Buddha’s current exhibit by artist couple Karen O’Bryan and RM Hanson, “Till Death Do Us Part,” while you sip down pink specialty cocktails from UV Vodka and nibble yummy sweets from Cake Eater Bakery. Dance with your sweetie to love-inspired tracks from DJ Matt Perkins (MPR/Nomad Pub) and don’t forget to send our your love and dovey sentiments in the anonymous “love note” box. The notes will be posted up all the wall all night long, so make ‘em good and maybe even a little trashy. Who knows singletons, you might even find your soul mate – or at the very least someone to cuddle with for the remainder of the evening!

8pm-12am//free

Rogue Buddha Gallery//357 13^th Ave. NE//MPLS