Party New York style (2023)

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Get ready to party like it's 11 years after 1999.

There's a host of area New Year's Eve music events that will get you bobbing your head and rocking in the new year.

In Bethel the Center for New Media and the Arts will be transformed into a New York City-style nightclub, complete with a wild light show, fog machines, and music provided by DJ Steve Regan. The party gets kicking at 8 p.m. on Thursday. Though alcohol will not be served, the center promises a rockin' New Year's Eve celebration.

Regan, 56, of Manhattan, said he always comes ready with a huge arsenal of music in all different styles, but the type of music he plays will depend on the audience.

"I try to create a groove, but also take lots of requests and take it where (the audience) wants to go," Regan said.

The dance floor will be in good hands; Regan began spinning professionally in New York City in 1980 and has kept crowds hopping ever since. He's played events for Princess Diana, Tony Blair and Tina Brown, among others.

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In addition he worked five years of "Dancing in the Garden" at Tavern on the Green and ten years at the upscale club and restaurant Mortimer's, where he spun for the likes of Blaine Trump, Barbara Walters and Princess Caroline.

Regan said when working as a DJ you want to make sure one song flows into the other well. Even when playing requests it's good to keep the big picture in mind. "You want to find a place for it to fit into the program," Regan said.

But despite your best efforts sometimes a request, even one that seems reasonable, can go terribly wrong and kill the energy. Than it becomes a matter of "how fast you can get out of it," Regan said.

Whatever you request, odds are Regan will have it, whether it be techno, hip-hop, rock, reggae, country or even klezmer. In contrast to many DJs who specialize in a particular music genre, Regan describes himself as a musicologist "who loves every type of music."

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Regan is unfazed by working with a sober crowd. He's worked nondrinking crowds many times before and said people still dance without alcohol and they "tend to be healthier and in a way more enthusiastic."

Plus, Regan adds, you don't have the downside. When it comes time to pack up his gear and go home there's no obnoxious person nagging him, "just one more! One more," Regan joked.

Regan spins at the New Year's Eve `Sober' Dance Party at the Center for New Media on Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. ($20 donation at the door.) The center is at 186 Greenwood Ave. on the 2nd floor in Bethel. Call 203-797-1786 or visit www.dv-arts.com.

SWING IN THE NEW YEAR

If learning to dance is one of your New Year's resolutions you can get started early on Thursday, Dec. 31, at First Night Danbury, where there will be afternoon swing sessions conducted by the FairWestSpring project from 4 - 7 p.m. at Ives Manor. The schedule will vary depending on crowd flow but the plan is for a dance lesson from 4 to 5 p.m. and a practice dance from 5 to 7 p.m.

Following the end of First Night Danbury, the FairWestSpring project will conduct a New Year's Eve Swing Dance at the Danbury War Memorial. Doors open following First Night (around 8 p.m.). There will be a lindy hop lesson from 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. and swing dancing from 9:30 - 12:30 a.m. There will also be light refreshments, a nonalcoholic toast and door prizes.

Admission to First Night Danbury is $5 for a First Night button. Admission to the later event is $20 but there's a $5 turn-in credit for First Night button holders. For more details, contact the FairWestSwing Project at stretch@fairwestswing.com or call 203-522-5341.

PIZZA AND MUSIC

The Jazz Quintet will be playing at Pizzeria Lauretano on Thursday, Dec. 31 to ring in the new year. Featured will be Billy Cofrances on saxophone, Jamie Finegan on trumpet, Jeff Feldstein on guitar, Ronnie Markowitz on bass and Dave Smith on the drums. With five of the area's best jazz men, The Jazz Quintet mixes true bebop and straight ahead jazz, upbeat tunes and ballads. The quintet will include tunes for dancing as well.

The fixed price of $65 per person includes music, dinner and a glass of Prosecco (Italian sparkling wine) to ring in the new year. Service fees included, tax is additional.

Pizzeria Lauretano is at 291 Greenwood Ave. in Bethel, at the junction of routes 53 and 302, a block from Bethel Cinema. For reservations call 203-792-1500.

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NEW YEAR'S AT COUSIN LARRY'S

On Thursday, Dec. 31, three Connecticut rock bands -- Six7, Brenton Vaughan, and Sarianna -- will be bidding 2009 goodbye in head-banging style at Cousin Larry's Cafe at 1 Elm St. in Danbury. Admission is $5.

McMUSIC

Singer/songwriter Patrick James McHenry will perform Thursday, Dec. 31, from 9 p.m. -1 a.m. at Vivo Bar and Grille at the Vivo and Maron Hotel in Danbury. McHenry's influences range from James Taylor, Darryl Hall and Dan Fogelberg, to Blood, Sweat & Tears, Three Dog Night, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

Admission is free and Vivo is running a dinner special. For $32.95 you get soup, salad, your choice of entree, champagne, dessert and coffee. Vivo is at 42 Lake Ave. Ext., Danbury. Call 203-791-2200 or 2202 for reservations or further details.

TOBIA TIME

You don't have to wait till New Year's to have a good time, there's plenty of live music to be heard this weekend. On Dec. 26 The Artie Tobia Band will play at the Georgetown Saloon at 9:15 p.m. Tobia will mix rock 'n' roll, folk, country, blues and southern rock as he tells stories through his music. In his latest CD, "Chase the Sun," Tobia penned a musical novel that focuses on the semi-fictional life of a character called the Vagabond -- who is based largely on Tobia's own life.

The Georgetown Saloon is at 8 Main St. (junction of routes 107 and 57) in Georgetown (Redding). There's a $5 cover. For more details or to make dinner reservations call 203-544-8003.

AZTEC INVASION

Aztec Two-Step, a folk duo in the tradition of Simon and Garfunkel, will play the Towne Crier Cafe on Dec. 26 at 9 p.m. Aztec Two-Step's self-titled debut album was released in the 1970s but in 2007 it was named one of the top five classic folk albums by Real Simple magazine, joining work by Bob Dylan, Judy Collins, Tom Rush and Phil Ochs. The duo's music was a staple of progressive FM and college radio, helping to bring the sounds of the 1960s into the '70s. Aztec Two-Step continues to impress audiences with their shimmering, intricately textured twin guitar sound, as well as their intelligent songwriting and inspiring harmonies.

The Crier is at 130 Route 22 in Pawling, N.Y. Tickets are $25 online and $30 at the door. For details call 845-855-1300 or visit www.townecrier.com

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  1. Create an Enticing Invitation.
  2. Invite an Interesting Group of Guests.
  3. Use Festive Décor.
  4. Lighting is Super Important.
  5. Create a Lively Playlist.
  6. Incorporate Thoughtful Details.
  7. Offer Mouthwatering Food.
  8. Serve a Mix of Cocktails.
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Keep your conversation light

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How do you make a party less boring? ›

You just need to get a little creative.
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  2. Tip #2: Decorate. Nothing tells people this is a special space like decoration. ...
  3. Tip #3: Refreshments. Partying can take a lot out of you. ...
  4. Tip #4: Activities. ...
  5. Tip #5: Have Something For Everyone.
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Make yourself look approachable and start talking to other people first! If you're always on your phone, not smiling, and standing with your arms crossed, people may assume that you don't want to be at the party or don't want to talk. Look more approachable by smiling and keeping your hands visible.

How do you not get overwhelmed at a party? ›

If possible, call the host to let them know that something has come up and that you won't be there.
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  2. Choose What to Bring. ...
  3. Decide When to Arrive. ...
  4. Think About How to Approach People. ...
  5. Consider What to Talk About. ...
  6. Choose What to Eat and Drink. ...
  7. Find Things to Do. ...
  8. Cope With Anxiety.
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How do you end a party without being rude? ›

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  1. Watch for Social Cues That the Party is Winding Down.
  2. Coordinate With Your Co-Host So There's No Miscommunication.
  3. Don't Be Afraid to End Your Own Party.
  4. Stay Positive but Firm, Even If Guests Don't Take the Second Hint.
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