1 Paul (center) and friends at Scarlet. pix by Kirk

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There’s no shame in Scarlet, Halsted’s new nightspot. Filling the former Gentry on Halsted space, Scarlet is brighter, breezier and a fresh take on the cocktail lounge scene. I just happened to be lucky enough to be strolling by during their invite-only construction party. Still a finishing touch or two to be touched up, but by the time it opens this Thursday night, November 15, all we be ready for your eager livers. Hi to Paul and Jeff and the whole staff. Welcome to the neighborhood!

And a huge thanks to AJ Dubbz, who unwittingly posed for this week’s cover shot. AJ will be spinning at Scarlet next Friday, November 23 and every other Friday following that. For more on his oeuvre (and oeuvre and oeuvre) check out myspace.com/ajdubbz or ajdubbz.com.

Teri Yaki must need some stronger cock tape. She was pitching a silver mesh tent over the stripper at Hydrate this past Thursday. Guess you can’t keep a good cock down.

Make sure to get to Hunters this Saturday night for the Breaking Down the Wall party, co-sponsored by TPAN and Nightspots. Help break down that stupid wall of silence, meet a nice fellow, no big whoop.

By the time you read this, you will most likely have already seen the new Project Runway. And if you’ve recovered, I’ll see you at Crew next Wednesday!

kirk@windycitytimes.com