Arts & Entertainment

NYE Guide 2006

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BROWARD/PALM BEACH

CLUBS

Alligator Alley: If you want to keep it cheap this New Year's Eve and avoid people hurling and acting insane, you might want to head over to Alligator Alley's "No Hype, No High Prices" nonextravaganza. $10 gets you the buffet and the band, Way of the Groove. Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. Alligator Alley, 1321 E Commercial Blvd, Oakland Park, 954-771-2220.

Automatic Slim's: The sprawling complex invites local partiers to look 2006 in the eye and say, "Dude, bring it on." With rock 'n' roll DJs spinning everything from classic to current, dancing girls on the bar tops, and an upbeat crowd, Slim's will kiss off 2005 with rowdy flair. Call 954-522-8585 for reservations. Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m., no cover. Automatic Slim's, 15 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-522-8585.

Bamboo Room: Zydeco master Terrance Simien will kick up that decadent Southern feeling this New Year's Eve at Bamboo Room. If you loved to zydeco in 2005, you can bet your washboard that 2006 is going to be even better. Sat., Dec. 31, 9:30 p.m., $65. Bamboo Room, 25 S "J" St, Lake Worth, 561-585-2583.

Buzz's Bar: New Year's Eve is not your average night, but the Joe Friday Band can handle it. Buzz's Bar might kick off 2006 with the blues, but it certainly won't be a bummer. Sat., Dec. 31. Buzz's Bar, 8931 W Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise, 954-749-1337.

Cheers: Fort Lauderdale's late-night rock bar will be sure to celebrate well into 2006 with Riverdown performing live. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m., $12 advance, $15 at the door. Cheers Food and Spirits, 941 E Cypress Creek Rd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-771-6338.

Coyotes Bar: Dance and howl your way into 2006 with complimentary champagne and party favors at Coyote's Bar. Sat., Dec. 31. Coyotes Bar, 1926 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, 954-620-7046.

Dada: Delray's coziest spot for fine dining and live local music will offer a three-course fixed menu for your palate. As for your ears, the jazz, funk fusion of Secret Knock is on the menu. For nocturnal revelers, the venue will stay open until 4 a.m. Sat., Dec. 31, $60. Dada Restaurant and Lounge, 52 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, 561-330-3232.

88's Dueling Pianos: 88's Dueling Pianos offers hot, live, sing-along action this New Year's Eve. The cover charge includes entertainment, one bottle of champagne per couple, and party favors. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m., $10 before 9: 30 p.m., $20 after 9:30 p.m. 88's Dueling Pianos, 110 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, 954-763-3553.

Fetish Factory NYE Party: This is a more intimate venue than the usual Fetish Factory venues. There will be 300 tickets for sale in advance at Fetish Factory for the discount price of $15. After those are gone, an additional 100 full-price tickets will be for sale at Fetish Factory and the door for $20. Remember, tickets are limited. So if you are serious about attending this event and don't want to miss out, stop by the store and pick up your tickets early. Afterall, this will be a very unique NYE celebration. Sat., Dec. 31. Tabu Nightclub, 2674 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-566-6331.

Fisherman's Wharf: The Wharf plays host to a seaside New Year's Eve party with the live music of Smoken and Squeeze Play. They will offer dinner specials, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. Call for reservations. Sat., Dec. 31. Fisherman's Wharf, 222 Pompano Beach Blvd, Pompano Beach, 954-941-5522.

Gumwrappers: The walls of Gumwrappers rock and bikini club will resound with the fury of 2005's death rattle as Death Becomes You, Slug, and Alice's Wonder take the stage. 2006, hello! Sat., Dec. 31, $6. Gumwrappers, 3233 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-565-9264.

Howl at the Moon: Howl at the Moon offers a variety of New Year's Eve packages to ring in 2006 to the hokey sounds of drunken sing-along piano. The packages range from $75 for a table and champagne for two people up to $325 for a table, dinner, and bottle service for four. So go ahead sing "Mony Mony" like it's still the '80s. No one's going to be sober enough to care. Sat., Dec. 31. Howl at the Moon, BeachPlace (17 S Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Ste 308), Fort Lauderdale, 954-522-5054.

Interlude: Fort Lauderdale's classy lounge rings in 2006 with hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment, and a champagne toast at midnight. Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m., $30. Interlude Bar and Cabaret, 315 S Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, 954-779-3339.

Jazziz: Jazziz Bistro will swing in the new year with the sounds of Third Rail. Sat., Dec. 31, 9:30 p.m. Jazziz, 5751 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-583-8335.

Jetsetter's Lounge: Get a jump on the new year with a "Four Course Innovative International Dining Experience" featuring Moet & Chandon White Star Champagne (one bottle per couple), party favors, and live music from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. at your reserved table. Sat. Dec. 31, $79 per person. Jetsetter's Lounge, 1132 N Dixie Hwy, Lake Worth, 561-533-7999.

New Millennium Ballroom: Bring your grumbling stomachs to this bash for a copious dinner and the best in Caribbean, Latin, and ballroom music. Cash full liquor bar. Sat., Dec. 31, 7 p.m., $45 per person, $80 per couple. New Millennium Ballroom, 1484 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd, Hallandale Beach, 954-457-7538.

Nikki Marina: This dockside nightlife spot celebrates the coming year with a full party package that includes a six-course dinner, one bottle of champagne per couple, and entertainment by DJs and live dancers. There's a champagne toast at midnight, and dinner reservations are available from 8 to 11 p.m. The package costs $150 per person. If you wish to forego dinner, entry to Nikki's party costs $25 for outside, $50 inside, and $250 for a bed for five people that includes a bottle of liquor. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. Nikki Marina, 3660 S Ocean Dr, Hollywood, 954-602-8750.

O'Hara's Jazz and Blues Cafe: The Funkabilly Playboys will put a swagger in your step this New Year's Eve at that smoky little jazz club on Las Olas Boulevard. Sat., Dec. 31, 9:30 p.m. O'Hara's Jazz Cafe & Swing Street Bistro, 722 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-524-1764.

O'Hara's Jazz and Blues Cafe: Classic-rock covers are never better in this town than when Breeze is on stage. Relive the glory of rock 'n' roll past as you look forward to 2006. Sat., Dec. 31, 9:30 p.m. O'Hara's Jazz Cafe & Swing Street Bistro, 1903 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, 954-925-2555, www.oharasjazzcafe.com.

Pangaea/Gryphon: Pangaea and Gryphon present the "Fire and Ice Ball" New Year's Eve celebration. Resident DJs thenextgeneration's Mikkel Dankner and Aaron Field and DJ Ean Sugarman will spin you into 2006 along with special guest DJ John Julius Knight. The party will be open bar from 8 to 10 p.m. Sat., Dec. 31, $100 per person, $175 per couple, tables start at $1,000. Gryphon, 5711 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-581-5454.

Round Up: Lasso 2006 with a boot-stomping party that includes a live performance by Jamey Johnson, champagne splits, a balloon drop with cash and prizes, and a gourmet breakfast buffet. Sat., Dec. 31, $25. Round Up Country Western Nightclub and Restaurant, 9020 W State Rd 84, Davie, 954-423-1990.

Scores: The dancing girls at Scores' New Year's Eve "Lust Party" will help you sin in the new year. 2005 goes out with a bang! Call for reservations. Sat, Dec 31, Scores, 3411 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, 954-565-4557.

Sofa Kings Sports Bar: The sports bar with cozy couches and scantily clad dancers is the official host of 93 Rock's New Year's Eve Bash. Anyone who can manage to exchange beer for bubbly at midnight will raise his glass to the arrival of 2006, not to mention the fast-approaching Superbowl. Sat., Dec. 31, 10 p.m. Sofa Kings Sports Bar, 9160 W State Rd 8, Davie.

South Shores Tavern: Live music by a friendly fire. Sat., Dec. 31, 7 p.m. South Shores Tavern and Patio Bar, 502 Lucerne Ave, Lake Worth, 561-547-7656, www.southshorestavern.com.

Spirits: Seminole Paradise's hot new nightclub is throwing a New Year's Bash. Celebrate the dawn of '06 with party favors, open bar, and champagne from 9 p.m. to midnight. Entrance costs $40, and VIP tables for four start at $600. Dress to impress. Sat, Dec 31, Spirits, 5729 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-327-9777.

Swig Bartini: Swig Bartini offers a night of elaborate dining and DJ-fueled dancing. The four-course dinner features surf and turf with filet mignon and Florida cold-water lobster. The festivities begin with open bar from 8 to 9 p.m. and continue with party favors, a countdown at midnight, and a champagne toast. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m., $125 sitdown dinner, $35 general admission. Swig Bartini, 1744 Main St, Weston, 954-349-2102.

Trapeze: Swing in 2006 with an all-night party at Trapeze. Filet mignon and lobster tail are on the menu. $150 per couple. Sat, Dec 31, Trapeze, 3660 W Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-730-8121.

NYE PERFORMANCES

The B-52's: For those looking upon 2006 with timidity, let the B-52's suck you into their time warp. Whatever you need, baby, they'll make you feel like it's the '70s again, or the '80s, or the '90s. Who cares? Party! Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m., $55 - $75. Mizner Park Amphitheatre, Federal Highway at NE Mizner Boulevard, Boca Raton, 561-447-8144.

Benevento Russo Duo featuring Mike Gordon: Fort Lauderdale's tried-and-true live music venue the Culture Room will slink into 2006 with the danceable grooves of the genre-crossing Duo. Feel like kicking the year off to rock, funk, and jazz? This is your party. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m., $32.50. Culture Room, 3045 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, 954-564-1074.

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