The Film Big Adventure Details!

For the photo gallery from this Big Adventure click here!

 

With both the next Big Adventure and Oscar night on the horizon, we wanted to provide out all the details for Brooke and Phil’s Film Big Adventure. We’re hoping you can join us in just under two weeks on Saturday, March 6th:

Below are the particulars on our cinematic day complete with all the info you need to get from location to location around NYC. You can always visit us on The Blog or FaceBook Page for more information as it develops. We’re plan to roll the projectors around 2:30 PM, but, as always, feel free to meet up with the Big Adventure at any point throughout the day.

Brunch at Film Center Café – 2:30 PM - 9th Avenue at 45th St (Hell’s Kitchen). We’ll start the day with a brunch at this charming location that boasts an unlimited drink brunch (or AYCD for those in the know) as well as a delicious selection of pancakes, omelets and more. Sure, it might cost more than movie theater popcorn with extra butter, but it’ll help get you through the day better.

Paley Center for Media- 4:00 PM - 52nd Between 6th and 7th Avenue (Midtown)– Ah, we bet you’ve never been to this museum (formerly known as the Museum of Television and Radio). An amazing place, Paley boasts one of the largest collections of archived television programs and video clips in the world. After viewing some of their permanent collection, we’re going to set up a custom screening. Trust us, you’ll love it. Admission is $6.

The Blind Tiger- 6:00 PM – To celebrate the “The Blind Side” - 281 Bleecker near Commerce and 7th Avenue (West Village). To salute Sandra Bullock’s Oscar Winning performance (she’s a lock; trust us), we’re going to visit one of the best Ale Houses in the city. With an incredible beer selection that would make Sam Adams salivate, great relaxed setting and tasty dishes, this is one of our favorite bars in the city.

Viewing of the 2010 Oscar Nominated Animated Short Films–at the IFC Theater -7:00 PM - 3rd Street & 6th Avenue (West Village). This should be as enjoyable as it is unique – The IFC is screening all six of this year’s nominees. Certain to be an eclectic collection of animated shorts you won’t see anywhere else. That way, when the Oscar is presented for animated short, you can say you’ve actually seen it. There is even an entry for Wallace and Gromit - A Matter of Loaf and Death (hah!). We’ll be getting tickets in advance, so be sure to let us know if you are interested. Otherwise, you'll have to get them on your own that day, and know that it may sell out. Tickets are $12.50

Cowgirl Hall of Fame – 9:30 PM- To mark the achievement of “Crazy Heart”- 519 Hudson between 10th and Charles Street (West Village) –Jeff Bridges himself would feel right at home at this restaurant/bar with a fun & festive atmosphere. A touch campy without being ridiculous, you can drink your margarita from a boot. We’ll also be doing a Razzie pool inviting you to make predictions on the year’s worst films. Trying to line up an appearance by Maggie Gyllenhaal, but oddly enough she’s not returning our calls.

Flight 151 Bar- 11:30 PM– To revel in the glory of “Up In The Air” - 18th Street and 8th Avenue (Chelsea) -A bar with an aviation theme is perfect for people who want to go to the airport but don’t want to fly. They check off on all the key ingredients needed for a Big Adventure: cheap drink prices, popcorn at the bar, invitations to draw on bar napkins and, best of all, flight announcements in the bathroom.

French Roast – Late Night - For Un Prophète (Foreign Language Film Nominee) and the eponymous animated film - 11th Street at 6th Avenue (Greenwich Village)– We’ll end the night, dine on some delectable café fare and say our adieus at this popular 24 hour staple as the end credits start to roll…

As always, there will be a mix of surprises, personal touches and a contest or two of personal skill that tend to accompany every Big Adventure.

Keep in mind all are welcome so feel free to pass this on to whomever you choose. The auditorium can hold all for this screening. Let us know if you think you might make it so we have an idea for size and how many tickets to buy in advance. Hope to see you next Saturday!

Announcing The Brooke and Phil's Film Big Adventure

Its Time once again...plan to join us on Saturday, March 6th when we’ll be embarking on yet another Brooke and Phil’s Big Adventure.

Brooke and Phil are setting out on the cinematic streets of New York City to determine if life really does move at 24 frames per second. Starting in the eEarly afternoon and adventuring through the wee hours of the night, we'll be paying homage to the finest of American Film throughout the city.

From Midtown to the West Village to Chelsea and beyond, we’ll be making stops that are unique, social and friendly to the wallet. We’ll visit some familiar and not-so-familiar establishments and even have a few surprises along the way. Also, it is no mere coincidence that we’re hosting our outing the day before another bigger film event (see: The 82^nd Annual Oscars)

In two weeks, we’ll be posting all the information, stops and critical details you need right here on the Blog. As always, everyone is always welcome. Check back for specific details including route, locations and times in the next couple of weeks. But for now, Buy your tickets from the box office, save the stub and join us on Saturday, March 6th for Brooke and Phil’s Film Big Adventure. Hoping to see you there...

Questions? We've got something for that now. Feel free to e-mail us anytime at BrookeAndPhilsBigAdventure@Gmail.com

The Big Adventure- Now on Facebook

That's right, The Brooke and Phil Big Adventure are embracing the wave of the masses and hopping on board with the Online Revolution of, um, 2006 and joining Facebook. We'll be listing events, posting pictures, delivering news, updates and more. We're expecting big things in 2010 so we want to make sure you are in the proverbial loop.

(Word up, Social Media. How you like us now? Oh, you like us the same as the other 100,000 people who have set up Fan Pages for this purpose? I see then..)

Don't worry, we'll still keep this cozy nook of the Web Updated as well, but we encourage you to engage, interact and be our fan at http://www.facebook.com/TheBigAdventure

And, just to give you something else to click on since you came allll the way to this BlogSpot, here is a good reason not to use Facebook at work.

http://valleywag.gawker.com/tech/your-privacy-is-an-illusion/bank-intern-busted-by-facebook-321802.php

Two reasons, in fact:

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Reminder and Final Itinerary: Brooke and Phil’s International Big Adventure.

We're just a couple days away from The International Big Adventure.Feel free to join us anywhere along the way this Saturday, December 5^th!

If you’re planning on joining us, note that the times have changed a bit and there is one major revision in the set up below. Be aware all ye who plan to travel internationally with us!

Lederhosen Restaurant – (Germany) 2:30 PM -39 Grove Street Near 7^th Ave & Christopher St. - West Village. The only combination of Bavarian murals and indoor picnic tables in NYC.

Wang Chen's Table Tennis Club – (China) 5:00 PM ­-250 W 100th Street Near Broadway on the Upper West Side. Due to sundry issues. Spain and Fencing are tagging out but Ping Pong and China are tagging in. Olympic Medalist Wang Chen (truly!) and others who take Table Tennis vvvveeerry seriously are serving up private coaching for us and will then set us loose on their tournament tables. Feel free to come armed with your best “Everyone Wang Chen Tonight” joke.

Pinetree Lodge--(Canada) 7:00 PM -326 E 35th St - Between 1st Ave & Tunnel Entrance St – Murray Hill. This place could only be more Canadian if it was called the “Hoser Hut”. Note that there are seriously two Pinetree Lodges in the same neighborhood, so beware.

Fáilte Irish Whiskey Bar-- (Ireland) 9:00 PM - 531 2nd Ave- Between 29th St & 30th St – Murray Hill. If we don’t see someone dancing a jig or doing a terrible Irish impression, we’ll be a bit sad.

KGB Bar --(Russia) 11:00 PM 85 E 4th St – Near 2^nd Ave. –Lower East Side. From Russia with love, this bar knows that with a little vodka, anyone can pronounce “Dostoyevsky” correctly

Won Jo Korean BBQ --(Korean) Late Night - 23 W 32nd Street between 5^th and 6^th in (where else?) Korea Town. Delicious BBQ prepared right at the table. We’ve reserved the tables with the window view of 32^nd street. A great way to end the night.

As always, the only gear you’ll need is an NYC Metro Card and your drinking shoes. The day is set up to be as inexpensive or as lavish as you want it to be.

While we strive to stay on schedule, the timing on most of these stops is approximate. If you need to find us anytime during the day or see where we may be along the way, reach out to the cell phones.

Hope to see ya Saturday...so we can fill your passport with stamps from around the globe!

Brooke and Phil’s International Big Adventure Update!

We’re hoping you can join us next Saturday, December 5^th.

We’re going to get started around 2:00 PM, but feel free to meet up with the roaming Big Adventure at any point throughout the day. Below is the detailed Itinerary complete with the foreign lands we’ll be visiting without leaving NYC.

Germany -Lederhosen – 2:00 PM -39 Grove Street –Near 7^th Ave and Christopher Street in the West Village.

Our day begins here! Between the over-the-top Bavarian mural and well-priced German cuisine, Lederhosen is the perfect blend of schtick and deliciousness. Often cited as the real Deutch deal when it comes to dishes from schnitzzle to the imported beer and wine.

Spain - Manhattan Fencing Center – 4:00 PM - 225 W 39th St, 2nd Fl – Near 7^th Avenue.

That’s right. We’re going fencing. Foils, Épées, Sabres and those crazy mesh masks. We’ll be taking an entry level class custom taillored just for us. The hope is that Mandy Patinkin will coach us and then accuse us of killing his father over and over again as he searches our hands for six fingers. We'll keep you posted if you need to bring any additional gear.

Canada -Pinetree Lodge -6:00 PM -326 E 35th St - Between 1st Ave & Tunnel Entrance St.

After all that exercise, we’ll kick back at the ole Pinetree Lodge. Tucked away on 35^th Street, its chock full of charm and giant moose heads…just like they have in Canada! We’ve reserved one of their cozy dens and have arranged for 2-for-1 drink specials. Their Pine Tree Ale is a must try. Note that their are TWO locations with "Pine Tree" in the title near one another. Do NOT go to the one on first Avenue. You'll be much happier drinking near the Midtown tunnel and Chinese Embassy.

Ireland – Fáilte Irish Whiskey Bar -8:30 PM - 531 2nd Ave- Between 29th St & 30th St

Just around the corner from Pinetree Lodge, we’ll make a stop at Fáilte. The bar’s name is Gaelic for “Welcome” and is pronounced “fault-ya” as in “I know you stole my money, but I won’t fault ya.” They have received endless accolades for the Best Irish Coffee in the city. A wonderful Whiskey Bar that captures the spirit of the Emerald Isle. John, the affable and attentive bartender, is setting up a space just for us.

Russia- KGB Bar -10:30 PM 85 E 4th St – Near 2^nd Ave.

Man, we love this bar. Located on the second floor above a small performance space and decked out in red, this Communist throwback dive is plastered with posters of Iconic, fallen leaders from the land of Tsars. An endless vodka selection behind the bar and, to be honest, it is the opposite of the bar where everyone knows your name…or even cares that you’re there. With supposed ties to old Russian revolutionists, we always feel like a Bolshevik revolution is just about to go down while we're inside.

Korean –Won Jo Korean BBQ -Late Night - 23 W 32nd Street between 5^th and 6^th

Located in the heart of Korea Town, we’ll cap off the evening with some late night tasty grub: cook-it-on-the-table style. An array of colorful and exotic foods combined with a 24 hour restaurant the specializes in open flame at the table = win. Plus,as a nice bonus its close to a dozen subway lines near 34th Street.

As always, there will be a mix of surprises, personal touches and a contest or two of personal skill (How well do you know your International Flags and Geography?) that tend to accompany every Big Adventure.

Keep in mind all are welcome so feel free to pass this on to your friends, roommates, landlords, and more.

The more the merrier. No need to RSVP, but let us know if you think you might make it so we have an idea for size. Also let us know if you have any questions and suggestions are always welcome. Hope to see you next Saturday!

Brooke and Phil's International Big Adventure is Coming!

Mark you calendars for Saturday, December 5^th, as we’ll be embarking on yet another Brooke and Phil’s Big Adventure.

Keeping in the spirit of all the Big Adventures, we plan on taking advantage of the amazing opportunities available to us by living in New York City. Therefore, this adventure will be our first International Big Adventure!

But there’s no need to pack your passports, fanny packs or any Dramamine because you’ll be touring the world without ever leaving New York City. We will be making stops in Germany, Central America, Canada, Ireland, Russia, Korea and more! As we cross borders throughout the city, we’ll dine on the food, imbibe in the drink and engage in the culture from different nations in our signature casual and fun way.

As with all Big Adventures, the fun starts in the early afternoon and will continue until late at night. Check this very blog for specific details including route, locations and times in the next couple of weeks. But if you would like travel with us, save the date of Saturday December 5^th, for Brooke and Phil’s International Big Adventure.

Photos from The W Subway Line Big Adventure

Some quality snapshots from throughou the day on the last Big Adventure in late May In New York City during the W Line Big Adventure - From Ulysses' at Whitehall Street in Downtown Manhattan all the way to the Beer Garden at Ditmars Blvs in Astoria and many places in between. Selected for your viewing pleasure...

You can take a gander at all of the photos and leave some comments over on Flickr