This Fourth of July, Ins&Outs has got you covered! The Macy's fireworks may have moved from the East River over to the Hudson, but Queens is still celebrating in style. Warm up at P.S.1 or Water Taxi Beach, throw one back at Lucky Mojo's or Masso, or sway to the beats at Hell Gate Social. Wherever you end up, we're sure you'll be ringing in America's birthday with red, white, and booze! Special Events
Ravel Hotel Rooftop
4th of July BBQ
$20 at the door gets you free drink vouchers
Half-price signature drinks, 1 to 5 p.m.
8-08 Queens Plaza South, at Vernon Blvd. & Queensboro Bridge, LIC, 347.472.0362
Dutch Kills Video Jam!
Join Dutch Kills Gallery for their inaugural monthly video jam. All artists that show up with their own projector are invited to present. Video Jam will take place on Wednesday, July 1 from 8 to 11 p.m. at Dutch Kills (not to be confused with the awesome cocktail bar), which is located at 37-24 24 St., Suite 402, LIC. Come out and support your local artists! Click here for more info.
Subdivision and Ethereal Trunk Show
Ins&Outs TV was on the scene when local Queens and Brooklyn designers came out to Manducatis Rustica Italian restaurant on Vernon Blvd. recently for the Spring Fashion Trunk Show. There was shopping, eating, mingling, and of course showing off unique local fashions by designers such as Brooklyn's Death by Drone. Sponsored by local boutiques Subdivision and Ethereal, the event gave attendees a chance to "eat and shop at the same time," said Subdivision boutique owner Virginia Mason. "And you can't beat that if you're a girl."
And don't forget to check out "A Midsummer Night's Dream" Fashion Show hosted by Ethereal on June 30 at Cavo in Astoria!
Ins&Outs raises the roof! (Ravel Hotel)
Longing to dance under the palm trees, sip huge mojitos, and gaze at gorgeous people in South Beach? Well, the Ravel Hotel is bringing Miami to Long Island City with its new rooftop club and lounge. You'll swear you're on Ocean Drive when you hear the pulsating music, taste the tropical drinks, and see all the oversized sunglasses (on ladies and gentlemen). But the panoramic view of the Manhattan skyline and the Queensboro Bridge will remind you that you're right here in LIC.
Watch our video as Ins&Outs catches up with Ravi Patel, CEO/president of the Ravel, and other party people, and partakes in the rooftop fun! Looking for a brunch dance party or cigar & whiskey night? Watch and find out which days to go!
Ravel Hotel, 8-08 Queens Plaza South, LIC, 718.289.6101. www.ravelhotel.com
The latest issue of Ins&Outs magazine has hit the streets. Check it out for our special page about local events and organizations dedicated to kids, a feature on local bloggers, and the story behind swiftly growing local organization Astoria Music & Arts. Don't forget to read up on local artists, like China Marks, Adrien Miller, and Jorge Posada. And check out our photo shoot -- it will inspire you to shop locally and get you in the mood for summer with chunky, modern jewelry and flowing floral dresses. Check out exclusive behind-the-scenes footage from the shoot here.
Saloon Salon
Ins&Outs TV catches up with Frank Arcabascio, owner and manager of Saloon Salon at 36-17 30th Ave in Astoria. While he's styled the best of the stars, Frank refuses to name-drop, keeping with his local Astoria roots. Plus, he talks about special services and offers, such as the keratin relaxer (damaged hair, anyone?) and Girls Night Out (Thurs and Fri), when women can come in the evening to get their hair styled. When he's not busy styling tresses, he graces our mag with his "Frank's Chair" column on the back page of every issue.
Michael Anderson (Collage Geomancy
@ Marlborough Gallery) Ins&Outs TV attended Bronx-born collage artist Michael Anderson's "Collage Geomancy" exhibition, which ran from March 26 to April 25 at the Marlborough Chelsea Gallery (545 West 25th Street) in NYC. I&O TV brings you Anderson's dynamic, large-scale collage artwork complete with detailed commentary from the artist himself. Visit www.chamuconegro.com for more info on Michael Anderson, and watch out for the Visual Art Feature on this artist in Ins&Outs Vol. II, Issue 04.
Sanfords Restaurant Ins&Outs TV visited Sanfords Restaurant at 30-13 Broadway in Astoria. Open since the 1920's and recently renovated, the restaurant (open twenty-four hours!) offers high-end comfort food, great music, a wide selection of wines & beers, and chic atmosphere. Special thanks to co-owner Gus Karalekas for speaking with us – cheers to Sanford's! 718-932-9569.sanfordsnyc.com
Subdivision Trunk and Fashion Show Not every fierce fashion show was in Bryant Park this February for Fashion Week in NYC! Ins&Outs TV attended the Subdivision Trunk and Fashion Show at the Foundry in LIC on February 10, 2009. Watch footage from the runway of Fall '09 looks and interviews with four local NYC designers: Andrea Corson, Claire Vuillemot of Rubytone, Moriah Carlson of Feral Childe, and Sumie Tachibana. The show also featured clothing and jewelry designs from Joel Voisard, Ayka Ayka, Astridland, Death by Drone, Le'cneca, and Yu Clothing, and was presented by Subdivision, a boutique and gallery on Vernon Blvd. in LIC. Thank you to Virginia Mason from Subdivision and Sumie Tachibana for inviting us to be a part of it! Buy, shop, and wear local!subboutique.com
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Michael Anderson (Collage Geomancy 
Sanfords Restaurant
Not every fierce fashion show was in Bryant Park this February for Fashion Week in NYC! Ins&Outs TV attended the Subdivision Trunk and Fashion Show at the Foundry in LIC on February 10, 2009. Watch footage from the runway of Fall '09 looks and interviews with four local NYC designers: Andrea Corson, Claire Vuillemot of Rubytone, Moriah Carlson of Feral Childe, and Sumie Tachibana. The show also featured clothing and jewelry designs from Joel Voisard, Ayka Ayka, Astridland, Death by Drone, Le'cneca, and Yu Clothing, and was presented by Subdivision, a boutique and gallery on Vernon Blvd. in LIC. Thank you to Virginia Mason from Subdivision and Sumie Tachibana for inviting us to be a part of it! Buy, shop, and wear local! 
