THE NUMBER ONE DRAFT PICK| DERRICK ROSE

The Knicks drew only the sixth pick in the upcoming NBA draft. Had they landed the first pick, they would have been assured of getting Derrick Rose, who is the best player in the nation right now. Now, draft projections say they may end up picking OJ Mayo, the USC guard and former high school phenom. Isaiah Thomas was finally fired as Knicks coach this year, thank God! After a few upsetting years with the Knicks it's time that we get a strong team and rally behind them. Let's go New York!

Check out some footage of the popular Derrick Rose below...

And the new Knicks star OJ May...

See NYFab! fellas I got you!:)

BEHIND THE SCENES| BIGGIE MOVIE

The hip hop industry and the fine folks of Brooklyn are buzzing about the Biggie movie that will hit theaters in a few months. Press play for a behind the scene look...

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KIDZ IN THE HALL AT SOB'S

The popular NYC group "Kidz in the Hall" celebrated their album release party at SOB's (204 Varick St.) last week. Check out footage of the event below;

Estelle and Travis of Gym Class Hereo's were also in the building.

THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE TURNS 125!

One of my absolute favorite things to do in NYC is walk across the Brooklyn Bridge on a warm Spring/Summer night. You can practically see the entire city and it's incredibly romantic. If you have yet to take that walk, please do! The Bridge is 125 years old this week, watch the story here.




Photo Credits: Henri Silbermann

PARTY IN THE HAMPTONS ON MEMORIAL DAY!

If you're an ebp like me (lol), you've grown past heading down to the ghettofab! that is Miami, Myrtle Beach, or Bike Week for Memorial Day weekend. If you're looking to have a fun relaxing weekend, head down to the Hamptons!

(Photo: NYFab! crew in South Hampton 2005)

Although the Hamptons can be quite pricey and slightly uppity, you can get some sun in peace and have a blast at all the hot Memorial Day parties.

Below are the top picks for Hampton Parties this weekend...


Lily Pond (East Hampton), featuring R&B singer Estelle this weekend.

Pink Elephant (Southampton), featuring Jaslene Gonzalez of ANTM. The owners of Pink Elephant also opened a large new Southampton club called La Playa, ready for this summer.

The Surf Lodge (Montauk), featuring reggae star Julian Marley this weekend.

Blue & Cream (East Hampton) hosts a party for model Maggie Rizer.


TenJune, which opens its private house, "The Estate." (my fav!)


DUNE (Southampton): various DJs Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night. Yankees star Alex Rodriguez is expected to attend. Table cost: $2,000.



You might spot me getting my "tan" on, don't disturb if you do!

:)

BECAUSE YOU LOVE IT| JAY-Z AND BEYONCE IN CANNES

NYFab! couple Jay-Z and Beyonce were spotted in Cannes yesterday, supposedly in town to celebrate their nuptials...again.

(Photo: Beyonce looking fab!)

(Photo: Jay-Z with that BK swagger)



Keep it fab Carter family!:)

SLICK RICK IS FREE!

Slick Rick was pardoned today by NY Governor David Patterson and is now a free man! Rick put out this statement today in regards to the news of his freedom;


"My family and I are eternally thankful to Governor Paterson, my attorneys Michael Krinsky and Craig Kaplan at Rabinowitz, Boudin, Standard, Krinsky & Lieberman and to all of the people who have supported me throughout the past seventeen years," Slick Rick told AllHipHop in a statement. "This has been a long and difficult road and I am happy for this to be settled once and for all. I look forward to enjoying this time with my family and friends and to continue leading an honest and productive life."

If you're not familiar with the Slick Rick story, click here.

SPOTTED: JOHN LEGEND AT PLUMM

John Legend was spotted at Plumm (246 W. 14th) last night celebrating his brother Vaughn Anthony's bday. Vaughn is kinda cute:)

NYFAB! MEMORIAL DAY PARTIES

Hi NYFab! fam! I know I've been M.I.A., sorry! Mama had to work tho! However, I've heard your demands and my hottest Memorial Day party picks are below;

Check it out....

(Photo:NYFab! girl and S.dot last memorial day at a rooftop party)


Plumm (246 W. 14th) presents "I love NY" this Sunday. You're pretty much guranteed tohave

a great time at Plumm. The drinks are strong, the music is poppin, and there is always celebs in the building. RSVP

The Three Kings present "Anticipation" going down this Sunday at Strata (915 Broadway). If you haven't RSVP'd already, I highly suggest that you do. With the price of gas these days, many people are staying in the city this weekend, and we all know Three Kings knows how to pack a club out! It's going to be a reunion with the HBCU and the YBF crowd, so go and get your two step on. RSVP


Room Service presents (21st btw Park and Bway) "One Night Stand" for their Sexy Sunday edition. D.J. Snatch and D.J. Triple X will be on the 1's and 2's and the crowd will be people from all walks of life. If you're trying to do something new this memorial day, I suggest you hit this party up. RSVP




Those are my top 3! Have fun and remember don't drink and drive!

ROSCI DISSES 50 CENT

106& Park host Rosci disses 50 cent...





I'm so confused why would she go on record and say that?

She has no relevance, it's like asking for beef.

Head over to DCFab! to hear 50 Cent's response on a local radio station.

NEW FAB! SPOT| COLUMBUS 72

I had a blast last night with friends at one of my fave new spots, Columbus 72 (246A Columbus Ave.). Here's the scoop...

1. There's no cover price (whoohooo).

2. The man at the door is really nice!


3. They offer free salsa lessons along with a free buffet on Tuesday nights from 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

4. People from all walks of life fill the dance floor and give you a chance to meet someone new.


5. The drinks are the typical $8-$15 price range.


6. Ladies this is a GREAT place to dance the night away with your boo ( you grow close trying to learn something new together.)


7. The Salsa teachers are really nice!

I had a wonderful night and will be going again soon. I give it a fab 5!

BECAUSE YOU LOVE IT| BEYONCE SPEAKS ON HER WEDDING

“I don’t deny it (the wedding). I just don’t talk about it. We’ve never talked about us and it’s kind of protected our relationship. I think it’s kept us out of tabloid drama. A lot of actresses that have had successful relationships don’t talk about them, so neither do I.”

-Beyonce

I feel you B, it's no one's business what you do in your personal life. I love them.

SPOTTED: DANITY KANE AT FI FI AWARDS

(Photo: Danity Kane at Fi Fi Awards)

Danity Kane was spotted downtown last night at the 36th Annual Fi Fi Awards. I can't decide if I hate or love Aubrey's look. Well despite that their all looking pretty fab.


Photo Credit: Wire Image

VIDEO FAB: KANYE AT GUSTAVINO'S

Kanye performed last week at GuAstavino’s (409 East 59th Street) check it out...

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SPOTTED: FERGIE ON THE TODAY SHOW

Fergie was spotted on the Today Show this week doing Kung Fu! Work!

PIC RECAP: 106 AND INDIANA JONES

(Photo: Rosci and Harrison Ford)

106& Indiana Jones took place yesterday on the streets of Harlem as BET did a salute to the popular movie hero. Harrison Ford stopped thru along with other celebs including Ashanti, Ryan Leslie, and Estelle. Take a look at pics below...


(Photo: Estelle)

(Photo: Ryan "I'm everywhere" Leslie)

(Photo: Michelle Williams)

(Photo: Jim Jones looking a HOT mess)

(Photo: Ashanti's new look?)


Great Job 106!

Photo Credits: Wire Image

THREE KINGS PRESENTS ANTICIPATION

Although it's only Tuesday, I have to promote this party early because I know the crowd is going to be off the hook! Three Kings Presents, "Anticipation" this Sunday at Strata (915 Broadway). I'm certainly anticipating all the fun and hope to see you there.

RSVP

106& INDIANA JONES

Tonight at 6 p.m. 106 & PARK will host an exclusive red carpet special with Harrison Ford, Shia LaBeouf and Karen Allen. Live from the streets of Harlem, THE ADVENTURES OF 106 & INDIANA JONES will also feature special performances by Ashanti, Jim Jones and new R&B sensation, Estelle.

I guess 106 is really trying to step there game up, they've had Tom Cruise, Madonna, Will Smith, and now Indiana Jones on the show. I wonder what A-Lister will be next?

NYFab! shout out to one of the best producers at BET, Kristen.

Keep it Fab!

ps. What does Jim Jones have to do with Indiana Jones, besides the Jones connection?

FUN FREE THINGS TO DO IN NYC!

Ok, is it just me or is living in this city getting more and more expensive by the day. If you're a resident of New York then you're probably sick of all the people who are always coming from out of town to crash at your place, it can be overhwhelming.



The money that you have to spend to entertain them doesn't help either! With summer approaching there is many fun and cheap things to do in the city! Take a look at a few places to go below;


Take the Staten Island Ferry to see the Statue of Liberty (FREE)
The ferry runs between the St. George Ferry Terminal in Staten Island and Whitehall Terminal in Lower Manhattan. It runs 12am-11:30pm 7 days a week.

MoMA is free on Friday evenings
Free from 4-8 pm. Tickets for "Target Free Friday Nights" are not available in advance.

Carousel in Central Park ($2)
Open everyday throughout the summer from 10am to 6pm for $2 per ride.

South Street Seaport
A community in Lower Manhattan complete with a maritime museum and more than 100 shops, cafes and restaurants.

Walk over the Brooklyn Bridge (FREE) Bronx Zoo and NY Botanical Gardens (FREE on Wednesdays)

Children's Museum of the Arts (FREE on Thursdays)

The Guggenheim Museum (Pay what you wish on Fridays nights)



There you have it; some of the hottest places to go in the city FREE!

HABANA OUTPOST CELEBRATES AFRICAN LIBERATION DAY

My favorite summer hotspot Habana Outpost (757 Fulton St.) is celebrating African Liberation day. Check out highlights of the upcoming week below....


(Photo: A Sunny afternoon at Habana Outpost)

Habana Outpost celebrates African Liberation Day May 22nd through May 26th



Thursday, May 22nd 7-9pm (opening reception)"Back to My Roots" a photography exhibition celebrating the spirit and people of Ghana presented by documentary photographer, Stanley Lumax Jr. Stanley creates vivid dialogue inviting not only the viewer, but also his inner self to re-discover Ghana. The photos will be on display form May 22nd through June 18th


Saturday, May 24th- May 26th Designers Market featuring fair-trade crafts from Africa In Honor of African Liberation Day the Habana Gear store will feature handmade fair-trade crafts from Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa.



Sat. & Sun. 12-4Kids Corner – Salvaged Music MakersEvery weekend the Kids Corner provides free activities for children, which focus on the environment and recycling. In this workshop, children will learn how to make African drums and rainsticks musical out of items like cardboard tubes and tin cans. Class begin at 12:00pm.



Monday May 26 6:00pm Fashion Show & Fundraiser for Lil' Raggamuffin Summer Camp.


Go out support the kids, bring your friends, and chill in downtown Brooklyn.

I promise you'll have a good time; tell them NYFab! sent you.

RECAP: THE LEGENDS TO BE DINNER

Last Thursday I had the distinct honor of being invited to "The Legends to Be Dinner", which is a dinner to celebrate women who are already leaving their mark on the world. I spent the evening with up and coming successful women who were on their way to the top.

(Photo: The dinner at Lola's)

NYFab! power player Belle hosted the event with her good friend Nikki. Both women work in the entertainment industry and put this dinner together to honor their peers. Honorees included, publicist Nicole Marzan who launched her own PR company this year, Shannon Washington along with her business partner Hillary who launched an online magazine: ParlourMagazine.com

(Photo: Honorees (from L to R) Shannon, Nicole, and Hillary)

The dinner was held in a super swank restaurant in Manhattan, Lola's (15 Watts). If you've never been, I highly recommend stopping by. It is not only black owned but located in one of Manhattan's trendiest neighborhoods, Soho. And yes, the food was OFF THE HOOK!

(Photo: Nicole and her mom..awww)

An amazing night, I met great women who dropped a lot of knowledge on me. I left with a renewed sense of direction and felt inspired to dream bigger! A big shout out and thanks to Belle and Nikki for putting on such a marvelous event; you two are truly a force to be reckoned with!

(Photo: NYFab! ladies with Belle)

***I'll be sure to put up more pics as they roll in***

Fabulous job ladies!

BECAUSE YOU LOVE IT: GOSSIP GIRL FINALE SNEAK PEAK

Dedicated to NYFab! fans Sasha, Alyssa, and Rob! I know you'll be watching with me tomorrow... can't wait!

USHER ON SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE

Usher was in NYC this weekend to perform on Saturday Night Live. NYFab! shout out to one of his publicist Shannon; keep it fab!

SHOULD HAVE BY BEYONCE

This has nothing to do with anything really, but I'm just feeling this new song by Beyonce. It's called "Should Have."


Press Play.

BEYONCE - SHOULD HAVE