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RECAP: Munny Social Trilogy

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This past Sunday (October 27th) The Artoholiks hosted their final Munny Social of the year after two successful ones in August and September. All events were hosted in Newark's Downtown Arts District at three locations which include Elbow Room, GMLV, and Center Stage Cuts. The events attracted over 90 guests, who all came ready to eat, create, relax and enjoy a niche event on a Sunday afternoon.

The overall goal for these events was to introduce the Newark Art scene to the custom Vinyl Toy Community, while socializing and having fun. In addition to all the action, each space acted as a personal art gallery for the IquanW's Custom Toy Collection. IquanW also of head the Artoholiks dove into the Custom Toy design world just under a year ago and has already collected and customized dozens of Munnys and Dunnys.

Munny Social 1: Just like the movies and music albums, "Munny Social 1" was the best because everyone was excited! It was brand new to everyone and they all grasped the concept.

Munny Social 2: Best venue hands down! GMLV! Definitely a place to be in, GMLV's design and atmosphere of exposed brick, glass walls, and open space, made the guests comfortable and allowed them to bring out the kid at heart, letting creativity take over. Unlike Elbow Room, where participants were under time restraints to finish their Munny, GMLV had no "clocking time", everyone was allowed to get it in!

Munny Social 3: Being the finale, we provided 4 DJ's to cater to the momentum of the event, as well as feature a branded step and repeat capturing the moment.

Overall: People had FUN! People came back! People shared! We have a feeling people will want a 4th Munny Social!
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[one_third]TWEETS

Had fun with the #InfamousCrew @iquanw 1guru @mrsaleeshaw & @iquanw #MunnySocial #HappyHour #Diva… http://t.co/2YK6o1L9bQ

— BQ-MAMI (@MURDERMAMIBQ) October 29, 2013

 

I had a fun time from today's #munnysocial hosted by @theartoholiks It keeps getting better. #kidrobot

— Joe Baron (@joebarondesign) October 28, 2013

 

"Rogue Ranger" , this was my submission for #munnysocial today @iquanw http://t.co/QwWQiB2RLb

— Call Me LV (@LMagiccc) October 28, 2013

 

So, this is what I made at @mrsaleeshaw and @iquanw's #munnysocial event. I didn't win, but next time… http://t.co/hAHYL58Yqo

— Aura Harewood (@auraluvsu) October 27, 2013

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Photo: I’m #Munny Sitting for the night lol …. THE ARTOHOLIKS @theartoholiks SEASON FINALE MUNNY SOCIAL is... http://t.co/4KcT9OGZ3D

— ℒℴѵℯ.☥.Audaciously™ (@4everAudacious) October 27, 2013

 

DJing this Sunday afternoon at @CenterStageCut for the season finale #MunnySocial hosted by @theartoholiks http://t.co/SpTU31HrfG

— Layton Weedeman (@laytonic) October 24, 2013

 

#MunnySocial complete. I was the only one to vote for mine! Idc, idc, idc! http://t.co/cW118IMGjQ

— Nakeiya Cadet Sabb (@fabulousmommys) September 29, 2013

 

Got tix to #MunnySocial going down this Sunday! Eat, mingle, and show ur creative side! Tix @ http://t.co/sKCIOm2xgL pic.twitter.com/UIott7PrrW

— Monee Perry (@monee) September 27, 2013

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[one_half]SPOTTING THE ASTROHEAD
Upon arrival, each guest was greeted with a bag that contained their Munny. The process was simple… get your bag, name tag, and get stamped! Guests that RSVP’ed via Meetup or Eventbrite were stamped with the RED Artoholik Astroman, certifying them as Artoholiks.
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[one_half_last]CREW LOVE
The energy of the event was outstanding, here are a few clips from our Munny lovers:

ARTOTV: Munny Social Shout Outs! from The Artoholiks on Vimeo.

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[one_half]INFOGRAPHIC[/one_half]
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TOP 20 PHOTOS
by Guru

Knowing moi(me), expressing thoughts on why the following photographs spoke one thousand and one words to me; would take centuries. Hopefully, they do speak for themselves! But hey, I was given word from a high-ranking Artoholik commander to drop a few words on why these “XX Flicks” are dope! Each photo captures energy, so I guess you can say that these are my top energetic photos from the #MunnySocial trilogy. You also may notice that there are no faces in some pictures, but please note, I judged energy by body language and posture as well. Enjoy!

[one_fourth]LMagic with his pregame pose.[/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]JMine knows everything![/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]You couldn't tell her nothing, honey child![/one_fourth]
[one_fourth_last]Ream Supreme was catching some sun.[/one_fourth_last]

 

[one_fourth]Nunzio and his attention to detail.[/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]Dom, showed off her Astro Head stamp first.[/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]Munny Social Security Crew.[/one_fourth]
[one_fourth_last]Love from Queens.[/one_fourth_last]

 

[one_fourth]The Showoffs![/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]Adding kids to the family.[/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]Whistle while you work![/one_fourth]
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[one_fourth]They were probably laughing at me and not with me. Hmmm![/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]I'm a magician.[/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]Are we in school? So so serious?[/one_fourth]
[one_fourth_last]FOCUSED![/one_fourth_last]

 

[one_fourth]Talking about energy![/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]I'm not the only self absorbed person.[/one_fourth]
[one_fourth]Dude, the event is over please stop![/one_fourth]
[one_fourth_last]OUR FLICKR

Visit our flickr account for all the photos from all 3 #MunnySocial events!
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LOYAL MUNNY
We don't mean to put people on the spot, but it wouldn't be fair if we didn't give our returning guests some love. Not only did The Munny Lovers below come through all three times, they assisted in ideas, set-up and general support. We love all of our crew members, friends and guests. The one timers are just as important to us.

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Kaylan J...

Baby sat IquanW's Mega Munnys' the night before Munny Social 3.
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LeRonL...

Brought guests with him two of the three times and entertained other guests around him.
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Layton W...

Provided music and tunes to vibe out to while you create and a bundle of moral support through the planning process. Offering help, ideas and advice.
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Latoya N...

Long time supporter of The Artoholiks also gave an enormous amount of moral support.
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[two_third]DJ MUNNY

While Munny Social 3 was the only event of the three to have a live DJ or four, the Munny Social Trilogy was blessed with awesome tunes. In August, DJ Laytonic kicked the event series off with 90's Hip Hop and in September, IquanW brought his laptop into GMLV to bless the guests with his favorite tracks from artist such as Little Dragon, The Internet and DJ Day. Download the Munny Social 1 mix by DJ Laytonic for free by clicking here. DJ Ream Supreme also have a mix from Munny Social 3 for share, see below.[/two_third]
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IQUANW

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REAM SUPREME...

Batting in the cleanup spot, he delivered on his promise to hit the crowd with an alternative twist on today’s hits.
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CAL'QULATED

Got the guests right where he wanted them, FOCUSED. While guests were battling for best design, he blended classic Hip Hop & R&B hits.
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LAYTONIC

Welcomed guests into the venue with a laid back sound, allowing them to mix, mingle, and bop their heads to hip hop instrumentals from the 90's.
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EL SIETE

Had guests dancing in their chairs and at the photobooth with his selection of Global Rhythms.
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[one_fourth]THE GRUB

Munny Social wasn't about the food, but Elbow Room set a tone so we continued to make sure the food was on point! Word on the street is guests enjoyed a great bowl of Mac and Cheese, Fancy Chicken wings covered in Jack Daniel Sauce, delicious Cake Pops and tasty Baked Ziti.
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ELBOW ROOM

Known for their wonderful cups of Mac and Cheese in the bowl, guests were just as impressed with the decor and facade of this unique venue. Attendees were provided with several options to choose from such as the Cheese Burger Mac, Buffalo Chicken Mac and even a gluten free option for those who requested it.
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CLIFF KITCHEN

Cliff brought his kitchen with him, preparing over 100 chicken wings in three different sauces, Jack Daniels Honey, Jack Daniel and Buffalo. But that's not it, he also whipped up a mean buffalo dipping sauce that was the talk of Munny Social 2.
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R&B'S CANDY BUFFET

After carefully listening to the feedback from both Munny Social food menus, we decided to piggy back off of the Elbow Room's pasta in a bowl format. Alisha McLean of RB's Candy Buffet whipped up Ziti and made it easy to serve in small aluminum container. Everyone loved the wings at Munny Social 2, but they left JD sauce on their Munnys! This time around, we made sure chicken was served with the ability to pick up and eat minus the mess. Oh yeah, people loved the food just as much as they appreciated the solution.
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[one_fourth]FINAL WORDS by IquanW & AleeshaW

We put a lot of hard work and effort into this event. Event planning and coordination is not easy. After three events, we still see ways to improve! We look back and say "we should have done that" but overall we are happy with the outcome! - Iquan & Aleesha
This year, I came up from under the rock and did some of the things I always TALKED about doing. I learned that no one respects you until they see something. I feel like I earned a new level of respect from my peers and I'm flattered and amazed. IquanW
At the end of the day it's important that we support each other. Munny Social showed me that people who were and weren't familiar with the Artoholik brand still found a reason to love it. We look forward to bringing you more kick ass events and ARTOmemories. - AleeshaW
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[three_fourth_last]WORDS from THE CREW

All three socials were great events, they allowed us to express ourselves without being judged. -Toya N.

Munny social is great because you're having fun with other artists, that's sort of rare here in Newark - Louis R.

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[one_half]RECAP PHOTOS via Flickr (mobile friendly version)

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[one_half_last]RECAP VIDEO via VIMEO

Recap: Munny Social (October) from The Artoholiks on Vimeo.

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THANK YOU ALL FOR THE SUPPORT!

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by ARTO STAFF