Phoenix Friday Night

WHEN: Friday, March 12 from 6-8p

WHERE: Sleepy Dog Saloon & Brewery
1920 E University
Tempe, Arizona 85281

WHY: Back to the Sleepy Dog! I’m a huge fan of quirk, and this place is full of it. Exceptional beers. Seriously. And just about any kind of food you want — delivered. Huh? That’s right. They don’t have a kitchen. But they do have great relationships with all the best delivery places near by and a host of menus to choose from. You don’t go hungry. Or thirsty.

We’re also giving the spotlight to our very own little Jackie Mangan. He’s having his annual Deadpan Meetup this weekend, and he’s making #evfn a part of it. So he’ll bring in some new bodies. Hooray for fresh meat!

Some folks calls it a tweetup. I calls it an #evfn. Remember the agenda: no agenda. Have fun. Meet people. Party on!

RSVP: Yelp | Upcoming | Facebook

West Valley Friday Night is at the Yardhouse at WestGate Center, starting at 6pm, on the lower level of the center.

I’ll be eating ice cream only, the rest of you can down anything and everything they have to offer, including a wide variety of beers.

I’d like to try a new policy of at least 9 “absolutely I’m comings” otherwise we’ll postpone it to another night. It’s too hard to plan or secure discounts not knowing how many might show up.

When: Friday, March 5, 6:30 PM

Where: My Florist, 530 W. McDowell Rd.; then Sidebar, 1514 N. 7th Ave.

Yep, It’s another First Friday, but let’s steer clear of the crazed crowds and head a little North to My Florist, to listen to some great music and have some yummy sandwiches. Of course, once we have a drink or 2, we are almost obligated to head over to Sidebar to finish out the night.

You can RSVP on Facebook if you want

WHEN: Friday, March 5th from 6-8p

WHERE: Buffalo Wings & Rings
1760 W. Chandler Blvd. #2
Chandler, AZ 85224

WHY: BWR is a personal favorite of mine. The seriously do have the largest selection of craftbrews in the East Valley. Mike always makes us feel right at home, and the servers do a damned fine job of taking care of our big party. Food? They have it. Fabulous wings, you might have guessed. And a host of other options.

And if the last time we were here is any indication, many of us will be staying late for the Karaoke excitement that starts at 9:00. This place is full of regulars who are real characters. They’ve let us jump right in, so stick around for the excellent singing. Keesha is not to be missed.

Some folks calls it a tweetup. I calls it an #evfn. Remember the agenda: no agenda. Have fun. Meet people. Party on!

RSVP: Facebook | Yelp | Upcoming | Eventification

(Canceled due to lack of guaranteed interest this week. Sorry for any inconvenience.)

Our first WVFN last year was at Auld Dubliner. Irish Car Bombs featured heavily as we sat outside and enjoyed EVERYTHING.

We’re back – and looking for trouble And more friends ….

(We’re not on Bell this time Susan)
WHERE: Auld Dubliner Irish Pub and Restaurant — 623-877-1918
WHEN: 6:15pm – ’til ?
LOCATION: 9780 W. Northern Avenue, Peoria

Please RT, and e-RSVP me on Twtvite or Facebook or txt me, 602-828-7829 (but tell me who you are). Yes, is the only answer

WHEN: Friday, Feb 26th 6-8p

WHERE: Whole Foods
2955 W Ray Rd.
Chandler, AZ

WHY: Yes, it’s a grocery store. But you haven’t experienced the store like this. Eight or more kegs of craft-brewed beer. Dozens of wines-by-the-glass to choose from. And your food choices are… legion. It’s not your typical experience. Then again… neither are we.

Come find us in the Tapas bar. #evfn folks get discounted drinks and our own special menu. So be sure and leave a review of Whole Foods here on Yelp. The more we pimp, the more we’ll get!

Some folks calls it a tweetup. I calls it an #evfn. Remember the agenda: no agenda. Have fun. Meet people. Party on!

RSVP: facebook | Upcoming | Yelp | Eventification

When: Friday, February 19th, 6:30pm

Where: America’s Taco Shop, 2041 N. 7th Street

It’s time to test out what many claim to be the best tacos in town. Let’s hang out with some beers and have a good time, while chomping down on a Vampiro or two.

We can always walk down the street to a certain spot that is famous for its Shake Weight demos.

When: Friday, February 19, 2010 6-8p

Where: Dave’s Electric Brewpub
502 S College Ave
Tempe, AZ

Why: OK; yes. Before you say it: I know this marks the third time in a ROW we’ve been in Tempe. Relax, we’ll go further east very soon.

But we’ve been on a roll with these first-time places, and we’ve not yet done an #evfn at Dave’s. So we’re doing it. Quick and easy off the light rail, as it’s literally across the street from the Stadium stop. They make their own beers and have food as well. We did the No Pants after party here and it worked great!

So when Roger @halfacat said “Hey, can we do it a Dave’s?”, the answer was simple: Yes Roger. And you’re in charge.

Some folks calls it a tweetup. I calls it an #evfn. Remember the agenda: no agenda. Have fun. Meet people. Party on!

RSVP: Just on facebook this week, ‘cuz I’m sick and lazy.

WHEN: Friday, February 19th 7p until we close the place down

WHERE: Joe’s Grotto
13825 North 32nd Street
Phoenix, AZ

WHY: The time has come to get the North Valley Phoenicians together for some great conversations, drinks, and music!

Joe’s Grotto has a special for the #NVFN crew:The $7 cover charge will be waived and from 7pm till 8pm they’ll be serving up $3 You Call It’s.

There will be a number of groups providing live music like When Darkness Falls so come out, socialize, get buzzed, and most importantly HAVE FUN!

RSVP: twtvite

When: Friday, February 12 |  7:00pm

Where:  George and Dragon, 4240 N. Central Ave Phoenix

It’s time for les Jeux olympiques d’hiver, and the opening ceremonies are this Friday. What better place to catch the pomp and circumstance than our beloved George and Dragon Pub, located right next to the Indian School light rail stop. The ceremonies start at 8, but we’ll get the party started early.