We're all set for PARTY MANIA! Come celebrate my retirement from the NZ party scene (for the mean time anyway ;-) Curious things to happened to me this week were. In no particular order; Mega pimped-it at the magical Ti Point Retreat, gave blood, was treated to a Balinese full-body pamper, toured The Northern Club, fell off my seat, ate a green scone, filmed a skit with Mr Urlich and missed out on 4 AAA passes to Coldplay due to my appetite. If you want me to elaborate CLICK HERE!     Issue #140 lucky devils were: Douglas Jenkins did the Ministry Of Sound Ashton Shuffle Leizl Pretorious gets the Masquerade Ball tickets Anne-Marie Ainsy from Welly won last weeks Mischief Box Leah Carter from Papamoa is being couriered a web chosen T of her choice Olivia Duncan is going to rock-out with Glazy & Stevens on April 3rd Sara Rihana can bring a friend and dine at Toto's with me for Dinner & A Movie this week Lauralee Weimer drinks for free at traffic this Friday Laurel Foreman is seeing Zoo Movies this Thursday at the zoo     10 cool things up for grabs this week are: 3 x AYP (Auckland Young Professionals) Annual Memberships. It's all about inspiring and encouraging the next generation of decision makers and leaders. They have regular meetings that will set anyone along a sure path of success. Go to www.ayp.co.nz and put the name of the main bloke featured at their first breakfast on May 7th as the header for an email back to me. 8 x Double tickets to Saint's & Sinners to be held at Toto's Montecristo Rooms on Thursday April 9th. This radical costumed dance event will blow your socks off. Fully themed it features music from the likes of The Tutts, Labretta Suede, DJ Shaveer and The Kingsland Vinyl Appreciation Society. To get free tickets write 'Saints & Sinners' as the header for your email entry back to me. 3 x Double tickets to The NZ Masquerade Ball at The Logan Campbell Centre this Saturday. Aerial and burlesque performers all over. All you do is dress up all sexy, wear a mask and enjoy the people, music and surroundings. Type 'Masquerade Ball' as the title for your email entry back to me. 1 x $65 box from www.mischiefboxes.co.nz. Mischief Boxes are a wicked new site. They have great gift boxes for parties and special occasions, all which you can customize yourself online. To win, go to their website, look around and tell me one of the brands Mischief Boxes stock. Put that word as the title for your entry back to me. 1 x Fly My Pretties album pack. You will be couriered 2 marvelous albums from this vastly talented Wellingtonian musical amalgamation. Both albums (like all their recordings) are live. One's called 'Live At Bats', the other 'The Return'. Write 'Fly My Pretties' in the title box for an email back to me to possibly win. 1 x Double ticket to Octane & Club Stargate pres. Paul Glazby & Ben Stevens who rock Studio on April 3rd. Hard dance at its international best. Expect fireworks from the fingers of these gents. Type 'Octane v Stargate' as the title for an email back to me to be in to win. 1 x Double pass to Zoo Movies at the Auckland Zoo on next Thursday April 2nd. This week the movie is 'Mamma Mia'. There will be best dressed prizes, entertainment galore, plus of course a great recent musical movie. Put “Zoo Movies” as the header of an email back to me to get in the draw. 1 x Mr Vintage t’shirt. You get to go into their Falcon St store in Parnell and select any t’shirt you like. Their garments are very funky, and the service is always with a smile. To possibly win, scout around the site and put where Mr Vintage can ship gear to, as the header of your email when you mail me back. Check out www.mrvintage.co.nz. 1 x $50 bar tab for the Traffic Bar & Kitchen to be used NEXT Friday after work. A funky fresh place (located on the corner of Queen & Quay streets) with the meanest menu in town. It's busy, and there's always something novel going on there. If you'd like this tab email me with 'Traffic Bar' as the header. 1 x Family pass to the wonderful Auckland Zoo in Western Springs. I've been a few times and love it. Big enough to satisfy, yet botique enough to see everything in 2-3 hours. Then it's perfect for a picnic. Type 'Auckland Zoo' in the subject box of an email and send it my way, if you would like to take some people along.     Wednesday March 25th Dinner & A Movie Toto's Restaurant, 53 Nelson St, Auckland Central Tickets $45. 7 – 10pm. Email glen@totorestaurant.co.nz for bookings. I've harped on about this monthly event for 2 years now. I've missed 1 in that time, it's just such a fine time I never grow tired. 4 courses of tasty Italian food (2 served before, and 2 after half time) while you watch a classic flick. Glen's (the owner) chosen a mystery romantic comedy this time. I hope to see as many there as possible. And/Or Sample Gee Birthday (After Party) Bungalow8, Cnr Market & Custom, The Viaduct, Auckland Central No Charge. 10Pm – 3am His drivers license says 40, most think he's still in his early twenties. One of NZ's most recognised DJ's/rave pioneers is celebrating, so let's all go and help him out.     Thursday March 26th Boys Night Out 2009 Route 66, 180 Broadway, Newmarket No Charge. 6 – 9pm Beer, pies, live music, celeb speeches, discounts, giveaways and hot ladies to give your fashion advice while dressing you. The ultimate shopping experience. Check it out.     Friday March 27th Scandinavian Festival 2009 (begins) Alexandra Park Raceway, Greelane Rd West, Epsom Tickets $25 on the door. 11Am – 7.30pm This biennial event celebrates Scandinavian heritage, life and culture in NZ. It offers craft and market stalls, cultural displays and seminars, folk music and dancing, games and family activities, and a gala Scandinavian dinner. Look at www.scandinavianfestival.org.nz for more info. And/Or The Turnaround (Dance Party) The Bacco Room, Toto's Restaurant, 53 Nelson St, Auckland Central Entry $15 on the door. 11Pm – 6am The longest running and most consistent club night's back (the last Fri of every month) for more great times. A friendly, regular crowd come and boogie to funk, house, R&B, Hip-Hop, 80's etc all night long. Join the fun.     Saturday March 28th (My 33rd Birthday) PARTY MARTY'S FINAL PARTY: The Retirement Pasha, Shed 22, Princes Wharf, The Viaduct, Auckland Central No Charge. 10Pm – 3am I've had one hell of a ride over the past 4 years in Auckland, and now it's time to say goodbye. Come and party with me here, and then at the following 2 venues (disclosed on the day). This is the after party for my huge day extravaganza that's taking place in Ponsonby (email me for more details if you'd like to attend).     Sunday March 29th Public Talk: What Should We Do With Our Life? AUT Lecture Theatre, Room WA 220, 55 Wellesley St, Auckland Central No Charge. 10.30am – 12pm The Tibetan Buddhist, Lama Za Choeje Rinpoche, was recognised by H.H. the Dalai Lama as the sixth reincarnation of Hor-Choeje Rinpoche. At the age of seventeen Rinpoche entered Drepung Monastic University. After ten years of studying, he graduated with the Geshe Lharampa degree and continued his studies at Gyumey Tantric Monastery ever since. Hear what he has to say. And/Or Drake Jazz At The Rotunda: The Grand Central Band Domain Dr, Auckland Domain, Parnell No Charge. 2 – 4pm Put on by the Auckland Council, this is one of 40 odd shows they showcase over summer. This band remodel songs you think you know, into something fresh and funky.     Monday March 30th Raw Comedy Quest: Heat #1 The Classic, 321 Queen St, Auckland Central Entry $5 on the door. 8 – 10.30pm. Call Scott on 3734321 to enter. An open mic night for new faces hosted by a guest pro MC. This is the longest running open mic for comedy in NZ and the place to get your start whether you intend to make it a hobby or a full time career. All you need is about five minutes of original comedy (no covers please). Tonight's heat 1 in the search for the funniest new face of the year. Win $1000, the Glory and a chance to become a professional comedian.     Tuesday March 31st Interactive Quiz Night w/ Lizard Reef Bar, 71 Tamaki Dr, Mission Bay No Charge. 7 – 10pm Come as a couple or en mass. You'll learn something and have fun at this well appointed bar. Arrive early in Mission Bay, get some F'n'C's, sit on the beach, watch the tide roll away and the sun set.     Wednesday April 1st Movies In Parks: 2nd Hand Wedding Glover Park, Glover Rd, St Heliers No Charge. 6.30 – 9.30pm Come prepared with nibbles, liquid and comfort. This movie is a great one for all to thoroughly enjoy. Music and giveaways start proceedings then the feature flick kicks in.     Cool Events To Watch Out For On The Horizon: April 2nd – AYP Launch Night @ The Northern Club April 2nd – Zoo Movies: Mamma Mia @ The Auckland Zoo April 3rd – Vicious Circle Tour 09 feat. Paul Glazby & Ben Stevens @ Studio April 3rd – Black Tie Drag Bingo @ Hopetoun Alpha April 4th – Party Marty leaves NZ April 4th – Miss World Charity Ball @ SkyCity Convention Centre April 5th - Unplugged In The Vines @ Stonyridge Vineyard April 5th – Orewa Beach Half Marathon @ Orewa April 5th – The Cherry Orchard feat. Ethan Hawke (begins) @ ASB Theatre April 6th – Daylight Savings Ends @ 3am in NZ April 8th – Movies In parks: King Kong @ Glover Park April 8th – The Killers @ Vector Arena April 9th – Saints & Sinners Costume Dance Party @ Totos April 9th – Nitelife Dance Party & Awards @ Ellerslie Racecourse April 10th – Easter Paradise Dance Party @ Studio April 12th - Unplugged In The Vines @ Stonyridge Vineyard April 12th – Renaissance feat. Satoshi Tomiise @ A'isha April 15th – De La Soul @ The Powerstation April 17th – V8 Supercars 'Hamilton 400' @ Hamilton April 16th – World Cinema Showcase (begins) @ Academy Cinema April 18th – Chemistry Dance Party @ Auckland Town Hall April 18th – Rollercoaster 09 @ North Harbour Stadium April 19th – The Wedding Show @ Aotea Centre April 19th - Unplugged In The Vines @ Stonyridge Vineyard April 24th – Red Bull Soundclash: Mint Chicks v King Kapisi @ The Powerstation April 25th – ANZAC DAY April 25th – Sneaky Sound System @ The Powerstation April 26th – Bride & Groom Show @ Ellerslie Event Centre May 1st – NZ Air Guitar Grand Final @ Vesbar May 1st – Cadbury Crunchie Comedy Gala @ Aotea Centre, ASB Theatre May 6th – Pussycat Dolls feat. Lady Gaga @ Vector Arena

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