September 4, 2009 -- Abstract Vibe

Abstract Vibe will be vibrating this Friday night at City Wine. Formerly known as Catch 22, you may have seen these guys at Sean's or Chero's in Edenton, or even Coaster's in E-City. Brad Ober (lead vocals & guitar), Darren Fueston (lead guitar & vocals) David Perry (bass), and David Fueston (drums & vocals) will rock unplugged with popular cover tunes, reggae, rock, country, and classic rock. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. 252-335-1163.

August 28, 2009 -- Karaoki with Kathi

It's Karaoke Friday at City Wine. Kathi the Karaoke Kween has over 500 new songs in her selection. So, come on out, be a star for the night, and sing till your heart's content. Even if you don't like to participate, it's always fun to watch and cheer on others. Kathi Hartzell is a talented singer who will fill the gaps with her own snazzy serenading. Check out the karaoke video uploaded to the City Wine Sellar Facebook page or at YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Uu-4c9Poo
Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

August 21, 2009 -- Chris Palestrant

As the summer winds down, wind up for a boogie night at City Wine Sellar on Friday, August 21st. Chris Palestrant will stray from his band, Uphill, to play some acoustic, low key Boogie, Ballads, and Broadway tunes from 7-10 pm. Dinner served from 6-9 pm; 252-335-1163.

August 14, 2009 -- Dr. Tom Vinick

Dr. Tom LIVE at The City Wine Sellar on Friday night. Back-cracker by day, melody-maker by night. This clip is from the evening he played for UNC-TV. He has a great repertoire of 70s cover tunes that will have you singing along and having a great time. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info. If you'd like to see the entire UNC-TV episode featuring The City Wine Sellar, check it out on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pLNuAz0gm4

August 7, 2009 -- Jazz with Connected

A local jazz quintet with world-class talent will be performing at City Wine Sellar on Friday night.  Connected features trumpet, piano, drums, saxaphone, and bass and plays both classic and contemporary jazz.  Experience "New Orleans" in good-ole Downtown Elizabeth City.  Jazz it up from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information.  

Wednesday Wine Tasting -- August 5, 2009

Except for the American woman, nothing interests the eye of the American man more than an automobile, or seems so important to him as an object of aesthetic appreciation.  (Alfred Hamilton Barr, Jr.)

Wednesday's wine tasting will be a California-focused, automotive-themed tasting with two well-respected brands from the West Coast.  Auto Moto wines are produced in the North and Central Viticultural areas at state-of-the-art facilities, combining Old World winemaking techniques with New World technologies.  Vroom! From the Sonoma, CA area, we will have two organic wines from The Red Truck family of wines.  Originally, a Cline brand, it is now owned by industry wine veterans Dan Leese and Doug Walker, with Charlie Tsegeletos as winemaker.  They leave the fun in winemaking.  

Our Guest Pourers hail from the local Courtesy Ford in Elizabeth City.  Brent Buhl, Shannon Stryker, and Jessica Everett will serve you with classic car style. Will will have Erin Helvig and Steve Raisor collaborating for background sounds of easy listening, classical, light jazz, and pop tunes. 

We will taste a Riesling, an organic Sauvignon Blanc, a Chardonnay, a Merlot, a Cabernet, and an organic Zinfandel.  Tasting held from 6-7:30 pm; $15 per person. Call 252-335-1163 to RSVP.

July 31, 2009 -- Further Adieu

Further Adieu will rock the City Wine Sellar this Friday, July 31st. JJ, Nick, Josh, and Robbie will come together as the group that will rock you all night long (well, until 10 pm) with a variety of rock, pop, classic rock, and original songs. When these four fellas get together, you know you are in for a stellar night of music. They are a crowd favorite. Tunes from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9 pm. Visit Further Adieu online at www.myspace.com/furtheradieu.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

July 24 -- Nick Simmons, Solo

It's a treat to have a solo Nick Simmons playing at The City Wine Sellar on Friday night.  Nick is a natural musician. When he plays, you can just FEEL his love for music.  As a solo entertainer, Nick tones down the "distortion and the volume and lets the music speak for itself."  And it does.  It truly does.  

Music 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9:00 pm.  252-335-1163

July 17, 2009 -- Chuck Hodges

A local favorite from Camden, NC, Chuck Hodges IS music. Described on his web site as "part alt-country, part Americana, and part modern rock - and smothered with soulfulness," Chuck is the pig-pickin' cake of entertainers. He has a quiet talent that will electrify you.

For those of you who aren't from the South, a pig-pickin' cake is a cake of Southern tradition served at summer pig-pickings. It is a mixture of many great ingredients that can stand on their own in taste, but combined make for an over-the-top tasting experience.

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www.chuckhodges.com

July 10, 2009 -- Deacon Blues

Uphill The Band spinoff duo is on the docket this Friday night at City Wine. Deacon Blues (aka Adam Nixon) and Tim Orton will let the blues flow through their musical veins with their mellow vocals and will demonstrate instrumental magic.  With a repertoire of acoustic and electric blues, as well as some dittys from The Grateful Dead, Johnny Cash, and even Jim Croce, they will have you tapping your toes and very likely singing along.  Be sure to request "Budweiser Romance," one of their originals.  Music from 7-10; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

July 3, 2009 -- Phil Watson, Solo

Kick off your holiday weekend with the sounds of Phil Watson at City Wine Sellar on Friday night. Phil is half of the talented duo from the OBX of NC, Watson and Calhoun.  He'll play a little folk alternative, eclectic acoustic, and some great 80s tunes for us.  You may have seen him at Coaster's in E-City or Sean's in Edenton. Welcome him to City Wine for his first gig.  Deli fare served till 9 pm; music 7-10 pm.  

June 19, 2009 -- The Joe Gosman Band

Self described as “alternative pop rock with a southern rock feel,” The Joe Gosman Band will come alive at The City Wine Sellar on Friday Night, June 19th. These guys are pretty famous in this region, playing at hot spots such as The Jewish Mother, Scotty Quixx, Chesapeake Jubilee, and (of course) good ole City Wine in Elizabeth City.
Joe Gosman – guitar, vocals
Keith Darrow – keyboard, harmonica
Joel Adkins – djembe, guitar
John Ashley – drums
Dean Howard – bass
It’s been quite awhile since we’ve had the pleasure of hosting the JGB. So long, in fact, that Joe has grown a full head of hair! Come check them out from 7-10 pm.
Photo copyright infringed from The Joe Gosman Band Facebook page.

June 12, 2009 -- BC of the Dreadnecks

Rock, reggae, funk, folk, jazz and blues...what other entertainer is so versatile? From the Outer Banks of NC, BC will stray from his band, The Dreadnecks, to go it alone at The City Wine Sellar. He HAS been known to bring a fellow musician along now and again, filling your evening with double the acoustic pleasure. Music 7-10; Deli open until 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information. Tell a friend!

June 5, 2009 -- Jazz with Connected

Make a connection with your jazz roots this Friday with the jazz ensemble, Connected.  These six extremely talented local musicians (CJ, Maurice, Andrea, Dennis, Ellard & Wayne) will entertain you with an evening of New Orleans-style jazz tunes -- both classic and contemporary.  Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm; Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

June 3, 2009 -- California Stand Off Wine Tasting

Don't be standoffish...Our Wednesday Wine Tasting theme for June is called a Stand Off Wine Tasting. A Stand Off tasting is when you taste the same varietal of wine from different regions. This type of tasting allows you to compare and contrast varietals from different areas of a wine producing region, state, country, or from around the world. We're starting close to home with a California Stand Off Tasting. For example, you'll taste a Chardonnay from Monterey, one from Sonoma, and one from Mendocino. You'll taste a Merlot from Napa, one from Santa Barbara, and one from the Central Coast.
As always, this event is a great way to sample wines, socialize, and have a great time. Our tastings aren't "stuffy" or "snobbish" in any way. You will enjoy yourself whether you are a wine novice or a wine expert.
Guest Pourers will be Georgene and Vidal Falcon, proprietors of The Grice-Fearing Bed & Breakfast.
Cost is $15 per person and includes light appetizers, samplings from six different wines, tasting notes, and a fun evening. RSVP Requested (252-335-1163).

May 29, 2009 -- Ticky Tacky

The first-ever band that actually originated at The City Wine Sellar is BACK by popular demand to rock you out in true Ticky-Tacky fashion.

Having lunch one day at City Wine, the eternally optimistic and notorious "we'll try anything" couple, Bill and Britney Luton, said something along the lines of, "Hey, we can put together a band. Why don't you book US on a Friday night?" Tactfully not letting them in on the fact that I hear some variation of this comment at least five times a month, I nervously pencilled (note pencilled) them in under "Bill and Britney." They didn't yet have a name for their band. Within the hour, they had their name and were walking out the door making plans for their gig.
True to form, they put on an amazing show of rock, pop, and top 40 tunes -- a ticky tacky performance of songs from an eclectic mix of genres. I'm glad they didn't tell me until AFTER their first show that they had only had practiced a couple of times as a group!

They've re-grouped, so to speak, with a new member, Toby Tate, have written some original tunes, expanded their playlist, and have actually practiced for their May 29th gig. So, expect an even more electrifying show on the 29th. They'll play from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information
Visit them online at: www.tickytackyband.com. Become a Fan on Facebook. Follow them on Twitter.

May 22, 2009 -- Chuck Hodges

A local favorite from Camden, NC, Chuck Hodges IS music. Described on his web site as "part alt-country, part Americana, and part modern rock - and smothered with soulfulness," Chuck is the pig-pickin' cake of entertainers.  He has a quiet talent that will electrify you.  

For those of you who aren't from the South, a pig-pickin' cake is a cake of Southern tradition served at summer pig-pickings.  It is a mixture of many great ingredients that can stand on their own in taste, but combined make for an over-the-top tasting experience.  

May 15, 2009 -- James Ethan with Jeremy Ellis

This amazing duo will be the Official Opening Act for this year's NC Potato Festival at the Official Potato Festival Kickoff Party on Friday the 15th at City Wine Sellar.  Playing acoustic indie rock, James Ethan and Jeremy will start this year's festival off on the right spud. Join us for a night of fun, fun, fun!  Entertainment 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information about The City Wine Sellar.  Visit www.ncpotatofestival.com or call 252-338-4104 for more information about the NC Potato Festival.

Catch Jeremy playing with the band Ehringhaus on the Bud Light Main Stage Saturday!

May 8, 2009 -- Wrenn Mangum Extraordinaire

Elvis is in the building. Wrenn Mangum Extraordinaire will be performing his one-man Elvis, Rockabilly, 50's show on May 8th at The City Wine Sellar from 7-10 pm. Singing into an old-style microphone, playing guitar, and swiveling his hips Elvis-style, Wrenn will perform a solo salute to the original rockabilly pioneers and artists of the 50s.  Make it even more fun by dressing 50s-style.  See videos of Wrenn performing at www.wrennmangum.com.  Call us at 252-335-1163 for more information.  Deli fare served till 9:00 pm.

May 6, 2009 -- Spring Wine & Sangria Tasting

It's Spring wine and sangria time! Last year's Spring tasting featuring refreshing spring and summer wines was such a popular theme, we're doing it again. This time we will feature both a white wine sangria and a red wine sangria, along with divine seasonal wine and yummy wine drink recipes. Guest Pourers will be: Charlotte Underwood, Mable Jean Moore, Maureen Donnelly, and Susan Hartley from the E.C. Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. 6:00-7:30 pm. Cost is $15 per person, RSVP Highly Requested.  252-335-1163 for more info. 

May 1, 2009 -- "Without" Further Adieu

The acoustic duo of Nick Simmons and JJ Jernigan, referred to as "Without" Further Adieu (get it?) will be on stage at The City Wine Sellar this Friday night (May 1st). So start your May Days right -- at the coolest place in town with the coolest customers and the coolest entertainers.

Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information. Never a cover at City Wine.
www.myspace.com/furtheradieu 

March 24, 2009 -- Karaoke with Kathi

It's Karaoke Friday at City Wine. Kathi the Karaoke Kween has over 500 new songs in her selection. So, come on out, be a star for the night, and sing till your heart's content. Even if you don't like to participate, it's always fun to watch and cheer on others. Kathi Hartzell is a talented singer who will fill the gaps with her own snazzy serenading. Check out the karaoke video uploaded to the City Wine Sellar Facebook page or at YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Uu-4c9Poo
Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

April 17, 2009 -- Further Adieu

Taxes have been filed, you're on Spring Break, the weather is improving...what better way to end such a week than with an evening of great entertainment by Further Adieu.  JJ, Nick, Josh, and Robbie will come together as the group that will rock you all night long (well, until 10 pm) with a variety of rock, pop, classic rock, and original songs. They are a crowd favorite. Tunes from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9 pm. Visit Further Adieu online at www.myspace.com/furtheradieu.

April 10, 2009 -- Abstract Vibe

Abstract Vibe will be vibrating this Friday night at City Wine. Formerly known as Catch 22, you may have seen these guys at Sean's or Chero's in Edenton, or even Coaster's in E-City. Brad Ober (lead vocals & guitar), Darren Fueston (lead guitar & vocals) David Perry (bass), and David Fueston (drums & vocals) will rock unplugged with popular cover tunes, reggae, rock, country, and classic rock. Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. 252-335-1163.
It's also an unofficial "I went to NHS in the Eighties" reunion. Stop by and say hi to friends.

April 3, 2009 -- BC of the Dreadnecks

Rock, reggae, funk, folk, jazz and blues...what other entertainer is so versatile? From the Outer Banks of NC, BC will stray from his band, The Dreadnecks, to go it alone at The City Wine Sellar. He HAS been known to bring a fellow musician along now and again, filling your evening with double the acoustic pleasure. Music 7-10; Deli open until 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information. Tell a friend!

April 1, 2009 -- Local Wines at Wednesday Wine Tasting

Once upon a time in a small city on the coast, a community struggled to make sense of all that was happening in their land and the lands beyond. The banks were threatening to repossess the Gingerbread House. The House That Jack Built had been on the market for over 365 days without an offer. The stock market had such a great fall that, even though there was a new President, no matter how hard they tried, all the King’s horses and all the King’s men were having a difficult time putting the economy back together again. The Ten O’clock Scholars showed up at quitting time, and couldn’t agree on neither cause nor solution.
Townspeople were frustrated at the news that, while things were so terrible for most, those who seemed to have caused the problems were still in their counting houses counting out their money. They decided to take matters into their own hands and do what they knew would help – shop. Shop locally. So, Wee Willie Winkle ran through the town asking all citizens to begin spending their sixpence at local businesses. It started slowly at first. The Dish and the Spoon began eating out again. Jack and Jill began fetching a latte as part of their morning routine. Little Miss Muffet sat on a tuffet at the local bookstore and ended up buying the entire Harry Potter series. All five Little Piggys went to market for some roast beef. Soon, the idea picked up steam like The Little Engine That Could. Little Boy Blue decided to invest in a brand new bedroom suite. Goldilocks bought a car from one of the “Big Three” Bear’s dealerships. The Three Little Pigs bought a home from B.B. Wolf Realty. The Man in the Moon saw from afar what was happening, and he spread the word over the river and through the woods. All over the country people began shopping again. So began their long journey toward happily ever after.
This month, to do our part to help put the local economy together again, we will be tasting wines from two local wineries – Sanctuary Vineyards and Martin Vineyards, both located on Knotts Island. Our Guest Pourers this month will be Susan Hinkle, Julie Papineau, and Amy Alcerer from Page After Page Bookstore.

March 27, 2009 -- Chuck Hodges

He's a little bit country; and a little bit rock 'n roll; he's a little bit of Memphis and Nashville; with a little bit of Eastern North Carolina in his soul. This combination makes Chuck Hodges a sensational songster and marvelous (just maaaavelous) music maker.  Chuck may be joined by any number of his talented friends and musicians on this magical evening of enjoyment.  His usual talented sidekick is Dr. Charlie Hoidal.  Join us for a wonderful evening of music and fun.  Music from 7-10; Deli fare served till 9 pm.  

March 20, 2009 -- James Ethan Clark

Breaking News...James Ethan Clark, along with Jeremy Ellis, will be on the stage this Friday night!  Young and talented beyond their years. Don't miss them.

March 17, 2009 -- Home Brew Beer Tasting

Third Annual St. Patrick's Day Home Brew Beer Tasting. Tuesday (St. Patrick's Day), March 17th (6:00-8:00 pm) That's right...our own local River City Brewing Company will be brewing six batches for you to try
--Lazy Leprechaun Red Ale
--Blarney Stone Porter
--Punk-a-dunk IPA
--Albemarle Sound Wit
--Kilt Lifter Scottish Ale
--Double DeNutty Brown Cream Ale.
Lest ye think these guys are amateurs, they just placed 3rd and 5th in the Virginia Beach Sam Adams Home Brew Contest.
$10 per person, RSVP HIGHLY REQUESTED. 252-335-1163 or d_malenfant@yahoo.com

March 20, 2009 -- Karaoke with Kathi Hartzell

It's Karaoke Friday at City Wine. Kathi the Karaoke Kween has over 500 new songs in her selection. So, come on out, be a star for the night, and sing till your heart's content. Even if you don't like to participate, it's always fun to watch and cheer on others. Kathi Hartzell is a talented singer who will fill the gaps with her own snazzy serenading. Check out the karaoke video uploaded to the City Wine Sellar Facebook page or at YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c5Uu-4c9Poo
Music from 7-10 pm; Deli fare served till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

March 13, 2009 -- Further Adieu

Another Friday the 13th special feature with the talented team known as Further Adieu! JJ, Nick, Josh, and Robbie will come together as the group that will rock you all night long (well, until 10 pm) with a variety of rock, pop, classic rock, and original songs. Check them out at www.myspace.com/furtheradieu.
Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

March 12 and 13, 2009 -- Bag and Jewelry Party

Stylish handbags, unique jewelry, modern scarves, sunglasses, and other unique gift items will be on sale at City Wine Sellar during this two-day event! Happy Tilley just returned from a shopping trip to California with a whole new selection of fun products to choose from. Visit the "Just Bags" store set up in the famous couch area on Thursday from 3:00-7:00 pm (light appetizers served); Friday from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Call Sylvia or Happy at 252-331-2969 or The City Wine Sellar at 252-335-1163 for more information.

March 6, 2009 -- The Joe Gosman Band

The Joe Gosman Band will jam on Friday night with some rock, alternative rock, southern rock, and (of course) a few originals. Joe and the band have been working on their new CD. Hopefully, it will be available for purchase.
The Joe Gosman Band is popular at many venues in the Tidewater area, such as The Jewish Mother, Scotty Quixx, The Chesapeake Jubilee, and the VB Rock and Roll Half Marathon. We're blessed that he likes us down here in E-City! And, if we're REALLY lucky, granny will be in the audience!!

March 4, 2009 -- Organic Wine Tasting

Cleanse your body, cleanse your soul. Eating and drinking organically is gaining in popularity and fast becoming a new way of living. More and more wineries are producing their wines with organically grown grapes and eliminating the use of chemicals throughout the wine-making process.
Our Guest Pourers this month will be none other than John and Audra Marx from Soho Organic Market.
Join us on Wednesday, March 4th, to taste a selection of six wines made with organically grown grapes, and likely a few varietals you've never tried before (Viognier and Bonarda)
--Full Circle Chardonnay (California)
--Sterling Vineyards Chardonnay (California)
--Bonterra Vineyards Viognier (California)
--Sincerity Merlot/Cabernet Blend (Argentina)
--Donaria Bonarda (Argentina)
--CUQ Red Blend (Argentina)

February 27, 2009 -- Dr Tom Vinick

Dr. Tom Vinick will rock you out with a variety of 70s cover tunes this Friday night. Versatile, talented, and always full of energy, this back-cracker by day, music-maker by night will entertain you from 7-10 pm. Have dinner and a glass of wine and a musicalicious night at City Wine. Deli serves till 9:00 pm. 252-335-1163.

February 20, 2009 -- James Bateman

Are you ready to help create another northeastern NC star?  Friday night is your opportunity to help support a local guy whose dream is to make it big.  James Bateman has played at The Grand Ole Opry and hopes to head back to Nashville soon to make his dream come true.  He plays from the heart a selection of tunes from the rock, southern rock, country and easy listening genres.  James will play from 7:00-10:00 pm; Deli and Cuezzo's Cafe open till 9:00 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

February 13, 2009 -- Robbie and The Kidd

Friday the 13th will be your lucky night if you show up at The City Wine Sellar to see and hear Robbie and The Kidd! You'll recognize Robbie Raper from the other band he plays in, Further Adieu. He's doing it up as a duo act for us, but don't worry -- he's still with the band. He's just one of those guys who has music in his blood and is so darned talented that he wants to rock out in all of his spare moments. Luck for us, huh? Rock on Robbie!

Music from 7-10; Deli fare served till 9 pm.

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February 6, 2009 -- Jazz it up with Connected

Jazz up your evening with Connected, a group of talented musicians who have been performing in the area for over 10 years. They will entertain you New Orleans-style with classic and contemporary jazz numbers. CJ, Maurice, Andrea, Dennis, Ellard, and Wayne will easily make you feel like you're in the Big Easy.

Visit them online at: www.dwconnected.com and book them for your next party!

February 4, 2009 -- Red Hot Wine Tasting

The color red is dynamic, on the color palette and in our lives. It represents love, warmth, and comfort as well as passion, excitement, and intensity. It signifies danger, yet portrays a strong sense of confidence. Artists dab it into or splash it on their creative works to express infinite emotions and meanings. Red is a powerful hue that elicits deep and dramatic feelings in the color spectrum of our souls.
That’s why we chose Red as our theme for this month’s tasting. That, and the oh-so obvious “Red” connection with the month of February – the Month of Looooovvve and American Heart Month. Don’t fear, my wonderful white wine lovers. We will not be limiting our selection to only red wines. We will taste wines with “red” as part of their names.
So, make February 4th a Red Letter Day in your life by joining us at The City Wine Sellar for our monthly wine tasting. Sipping, snacks, and socializing from 6-7:30 pm. Dress the part--wear a red dress, red hat, red lipstick, red tie, red socks, red undies...whatever puts you in the red-hot mood! Cost is $15 per person. RSVP is requested. 252-335-1163 or d_malenfant@yahoo.com.
Our guest pourers for February will be red-rose-lovely Lisa Winslow and Mary Temple from the Arts of the Albemarle.

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January 30, 2009 -- Christopher Palestrant

An evening of boogie, ballads and broadway with Christopher Palestrant will put a bounce in your step. Chris is an accomplished composer and musical professional.  Listen to a musical collage of recent gigs by clicking the link below.  Music from 7-10 pm; Deli and Cuezzo's Cafe open till 9:00 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

http://www.palestrant.com/gigs/Palestrant-Sampler.mp3

January 23, 2009 -- James Ethan

James Ethan has sprouted wings!  Musical wings, that is.  This young man is a gloriously gifted artist who plays acoustic indie rock.  You will fall in love with him from the first chord.  Music from 7-10 pm; Deli and Cuezzo's Cafe open till 9:00 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

www.myspace.com/jamesethan

January 16, 2009 -- BC of the Dreadnecks

Rock, reggae, funk, folk, jazz and blues...what other entertainer is so versatile? From the Outer Banks of NC, BC will stray from his band, The Dreadnecks, to go it alone at The City Wine Sellar. He HAS been known to bring a fellow musician along now and again, filling your evening with double the acoustic pleasure.  Music 7-10; Deli and Cuezzo's Cafe open until 9:00 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

January 9, 2009 -- Chuck Hodges

Soothe your soul with the sounds of Chuck Hodges on Friday Night at The City Wine Sellar. Chuck will calm you and energize you at the same time with elements of country, modern rock, and classic rock. He's a genius guitarist and virtuoso vocalist. Make one of your New Year's Resolutions to fill your life with beautiful music.
Entertainment from 7-10 pm; Deli bar and Cuezzo's Cafe open till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

January 2, 2008 -- Kool Karaoke

You should have recovered from your wild night out on New Year's Eve, so come on over to a celebratory night of Karaoke at The City Wine Sellar with master Karaoke Kween Kathi Hartzell. It's fun to participate, and it's fun to watch and cheer on your friends.  Check out the video from the post-Thanksgiving evening of entertainment. Entertainment 7-10 pm; Deli fare and Cuezzo's Cafe open till 9 pm. Call 252-335-1163 for more info. 

December 26, 2008 -- Tom Vinick

Whew. Christmas was a whirlwind this year!  Now, it's time to begin your official training regimen for New Year's Eve! We all know you can't run a marathon without training, and you can't stay up till midnight on New Year's Eve without a little practice, as well.  Begin this Friday at The City Wine Sellar with some groovy 70's cover tunes with (Dr.) Tom Vinick.  It's still the holiday season with friends and family still in town, so make it ever more special by spending a night in downtown Elizabeth City.  Music 7-10 pm; Deli fare and Cuezzo's Cafe open till 9 pm.  Call 335-1163 for more information.

December 19, 2008 -- Further Adieu

The four superstars who are all the rage in our area and beyond -- JJ, Nick, Robbie, and Josh -- will be at The City Wine Sellar on Friday Night wearing their Further Adieu hats.  And we LOVE it when they wear those hats, because, as we all know..."with the right hat, nothing else matters!" Rock, pop, acoustic -- anything and everything Further Adieu plays, they play terrifically.  It's the Friday before Christmas, so give yourself the gift of a great time!  Music 7-10 pm; Deli fare served until 9 pm; Cuezzo's Cafe open till 9 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more info. 

*Photo from www.furtheradieu.com

December 12-13, 2008 -- Holiday Jewelry and Bag Sale

"Just Bags" will be having their Holiday Jewelry and Handbag Sale at The City Wine Sellar this Thursday (December 11) and Friday (December 12). It'll be a great time to do some holiday shopping! They'll have they're famous jewelry and handbags, along with scarves, sunglasses, and other great gift items, all at super prices! The show will be held Thursday from 2:00-7:00 pm (light appetizers served and cash bar) and Friday from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm.  So, Shop on By!

December 12, 2008 -- Chris Palestrant

Come home for the holidays and get into the spirit with a few holiday classics with Chris Palestrant at The City Wine Sellar. Chris will also entertain you with his usual repertoire of Boogie, Ballads and Broadway. Music from 7-10; Deli Fare served until 9:00 pm. Friday night in Downtown Elizabeth City. What could be finer? Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

December 3, 2008 -- Sparkling Wine Tasting

Bubble into our 4th Annual Sparkling Wine Tasting on Wednesday evening and "drink the stars" with us!  Speaking of stars, we will have a Montero in the house as Guest Pourer for the evening.  We're not sure yet if it will be Andy or Karin, but we'll clink our glasses with one of them.  This sparkling evening is one of our most popular tastings, so please RSVP early.  $10 per person.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information.  See you there!

November 28, 2008 -- Karaoke with the Krowd

We know you'll be worn out from doing your part to save our economy on "black Friday" (the biggest shopping day of the year), but save enough energy to Karaoke your Kares away on Friday evening at The City Wine Sellar.  Kathi Hartzell, professional singer and Karaoke Kween, will be on hand to gently persuade you and your friends to sing your hearts out.  Even if you only sing in your shower and in your car, you should still stop by and enjoy Kathi's crooning and the melodies belted out by other karaoke-ers.  Entertainment from 7-10; enjoy appetizers/dinner till 9 pm; Cuezzo's Cafe till 9 pm.  

Practice makes perfect...start practicing now!

November 21, 2008 -- Dr. Tom Vinick

Dr. Tom LIVE at The City Wine Sellar on Friday night.  Back-cracker by day, melody-maker by night. This clip is from the evening he played for UNC-TV.  He has a great repertoire of 70s cover tunes that will have you singing along and having a great time.  Music from 7-10 pm; Deli and Cuezzo's Cafe open till 9 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more info.

If you'd like to see the entire UNC-TV episode featuring The City Wine Sellar, check it out on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pLNuAz0gm4

Participate in our "Hip" Project

Help us out with a "Hip" project we're working on at The City Wine Sellar.  Send us your favorite (or even not-so-favorite) photo or video of your hip(s)...a friend's hip(s)...your pet's hip(s)...even multiple hips in action.  Be creative!  We use our hips for everything from closing the car door, to balancing a guitar, to carrying our children, to dancing, to modeling that bikini, and to displaying art work (tattoos). Think of all the ways you use your hips and catch it in action.  Some rules:

--Some skin allowed, but must be respectable.

--By sending photo/video, you grant permission for us to use it in our project and allow minor editing if necessary.

--Photos/videos of OPHs (Other People's Hips) accepted as long as we can't recognize their face (or you include contact info so we may obtain their permission). You must let us know it's an OPH photo/video.

--Include your name so we may grant credit.

Send all photos, videos and questions to: d_malenfant@yahoo.com or malenfant@lycos.com. Don't forget to include your name!

November 14, 2008 -- Deacon Blues

A little jazz, a little modern, and a lotta blues on Friday night with a local favorite, Deacon Blues. You'll hear some Clapton, Grateful Dead, Tennessee Ernie Ford, Muddy Waters and lots more! Who knew that cool little place on the corner of Main & Water Streets could fetch such great talent?  Put on those suede shoes (or Ugg boots), sayshay on down to the City Wine Sellar and warm your soul.  Music from 7-10; Deli and Cuezzo's Cafe & Coffee Bar open till 9:00.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information.

For more info on the band: www.uphilltheband.com/deaconspage.html

November 7, 2008 -- BC of the Dreadnecks

Don't let the dreadlocks fool you -- although BC mixes a little reggae into his playlist, he has a variety of tunes, from classic rock to country.  He's a laid back dude with an amazing smile that matches his amazing talent. He's been so busy with his beach gigs this summer that we haven't been able to book him for quite awhile.  So, don't miss him this Friday night.  Music from 7-10 pm; Deli and Cuezzo's Cafe open until 9:00 pm.  Call 252-335-1163 for more information. 

November 5, 2008 -- Wednesday Wine Tasting

The infamous Cork Dork of Elizabeth City, Steve Clark, will be our Guest Pourer for this month's tasting. In addition to pouring, Steve chose the libations for the evening from his list "The Cork Dork's Top 20 Wines Under $20." In keeping with our normal protocol, we will taste three whites and three reds. The C-Dork's whites -- Hogue Riesling Columbia Valley, Dry Creek Vineyards Fume' Blanc, and Columbia Crest Grand Estates Chardonnay. The C-Dork's reds -- Concha y Toro Carmenere, Sebastiani Sonoma County Cabernet, and Peter Lehmann Barossa Cabernet. From California to Washington, Chile to Australia, quite a variety. Steve, we promise we'll do our best to dork it up and make you proud!

Tasting begins at 6:00 pm (till 7:30); $10 per person; RSVP Requested; Call 252-335-1163 for more information.