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Halloween 2009 :

Halloween 2009

Updated: Oct 29, 2009 8:06pm PST

Karaoke @ Bamboo 7 :

Karaoke @ Bamboo 7

Updated: Oct 29, 2009 8:05pm PST

Les' 35th Birthday - Bocce Bash :

Les' 35th Birthday - Bocce Bash

Updated: Sep 24, 2009 6:08pm PST

Blowfish 011709 :

Blowfish 011709

Updated: Jan 18, 2009 3:44pm PST

Birthday #33...Yes, #33 :

Birthday #33...Yes, #33

Updated: Dec 07, 2008 6:01pm PST

Haunted White House Halloween Party 2008 :

Haunted White House Halloween Party 2008

Updated: Nov 24, 2008 3:18pm PST

Pichetti Picnic 09/27/08 : Les and I took advantage of a beautiful day and headed over to Pichetti to pick up our wine club selection and have a nice picnic on the grass. The pea foul were all over the place and we watched them while laying on a blanket, each reading a magazine or two.

Pichetti Picnic 09/27/08

Les and I took advantage of a beautiful day and headed over to Pichett ...

Updated: Oct 04, 2008 3:46pm PST

Les' 34th Bday 09/20/08 : At Les' request, there was no surprise birthday adventure this year. He wanted a beach bonfire bbq instead, so we made ribs and a ton of gourmet Jell-o shots and we headed to the Santa Cruz to spend time with our friends. The fun at the beach was squashed in a couple of hours by a park ranger that told us alcohol was prohibited on the beach, so we packed back up and went to the Red Room a couple miles away. It actually turned out to be a better idea because there was no wind in the bar:)

Les' 34th Bday 09/20/08

At Les' request, there was no surprise birthday adventure this year. ...

Updated: Oct 04, 2008 3:45pm PST

September Birthday Peeps 09/06/08 : Nay, Jess, Paul, and Sean G celebrated their birthdays at Jack's Bar in downtown San Jose. Nay turned 30 this year! It was a very special night and Les and Richard were the DJs that brought the house down. Great night:)

September Birthday Peeps 09/06/08

Nay, Jess, Paul, and Sean G celebrated their birthdays at Jack's Bar i ...

Updated: Sep 13, 2008 7:32pm PST

Lake Don Pedro Boat Party - 10 year anniversary 06.26.08 : Fun times at the lake again. Sky was hazy with smoke due to the 1000 wildfires burning in CA right now, but it wasn't a bother. The sun was out and skin got tan. Minds were evacuated and friends were made. The music never stopped...ever...and it was a nice break from the reality of cell phones, laptops, blackberrys, and all the other chains of responsibility:) Thursday - arrival and completely insane evening of debauchery. Friday - party theme was 80's electric raver boogaloo. Hence the flourescent colors, track suits, and midriff tops. Saturday - party theme was red carpet alter ego. Sunday - packed it up and came home.

Lake Don Pedro Boat Party - 10 year anniversary 06.26.08

Fun times at the lake again. Sky was hazy with smoke due to the 1000 ...

Updated: Jul 12, 2008 8:11am PST

Blowfish 04.26.08 : Richard was spinning tonight and we came out to show our love. It was an interesting night...Blowfish crowd is so predictable. Overdone hoes and the douchebags they cling to were out in full force. Skanks that think it's the thing to do to rub and grind all over anything that moves and such. Very classy.

Blowfish 04.26.08

Richard was spinning tonight and we came out to show our love. It was ...

Updated: Apr 27, 2008 11:17am PST

Indian Dinner Party 03.29.08 : Chubby Squirrel Events put on another dinner party tonight, but we were lacking a few people due to illnesses. Les and I wanted to wow our friends with our newly-acquired Indian cooking skills we learned at Draeger's Market last month. Les made Saag Panir and Rogan Josh. I made Chicken Dopiaza, Raita, and Mint Chutney. What is missing, you ask? BASMATI RICE IS MISSING because Nayomi came over just as I was heading to the store to pick it up and demanded that we do four VodkaRita shots and by the time we were through....rice was not going to be made! What can I say? We are adults, we work hard all week and like to let loose on the weekends. We have the right because this is America - Land of the Free! Mormons, and all other religious fanatics, please give it a rest. There is no heaven and there is no hell...when we die, we simply become food for worms and contribute to the cycle of life. So, live a little, and don't judge me and my love for yummy, alcoholic drinks! /end rant> Everything turned out great. Delicious food, quality time with friends, and a kind and soulful existence is what really defines a full life. I am completely content and fortunate to live this way. Rock on Carter's!

Indian Dinner Party 03.29.08

Chubby Squirrel Events put on another dinner party tonight, but we wer ...

Updated: Mar 30, 2008 3:00pm PST

Night Out In SF : Some friends were up from LA to spin at Anu and we went out to show some support. Lo and behold, two blasts from the past, Jason and Irene Edwards showed up and we had a fantastic time catching up with the last four years of our lives. On the way home, I took a wrong turn and we headed over the wrong side of the Bay Bridge, so I turned off at Treasure Island and we stopped where you can see the grand skyline of San Francisco and took some photos. I love the city at night and from far away....up front and in the daytime it smells of urine and is crawling with pretentious prats with too much money.

Night Out In SF

Some friends were up from LA to spin at Anu and we went out to show so ...

Updated: Mar 21, 2008 12:01pm PST

March Martini Madness 03.08.08 : The Carters know how to throw a party and this create-your-own martini event was no exception. We have such an incredible circle of friends that all came out (minus a few!) and had a great time sampling the unique and tasty martinis. We handed out prizes for the best martinis, but everyone was a winner anyway:) This was such a success, we're going to do it again in a few months with a island cocktail theme. Keep your eyes peeled for the next Evite! Harry Who? took the professional photos that start on page three. Considering how dim the lights were in the house, he pulled off some really great shots. My camera photos are mixed in here, too, but you can tell the difference because mine are the crappy ones! If you like Harry's work, he's available for events like weddings and parties, but also takes beautiful portraits and special occasion photos. He can be reached at www.harrywhophotography.com Here are the winners of prizes: Best Overall - MarzTini - Marz Faram Best Presentation - Sexy LaTini - Yvette Rubio and Cindy Most Creative Use of Ingredients - TootsieTini - Andy Owen & Trish Bailey Best Name - Thai Me Up & Thai Me Down - Mandy Glenwright Highest Octane - Poison AppleTini - Melinda Sanders Honorable Mention - BFGTini (Bitter Friendly Green) - Paul Dittmer Other delicious martini creations of the night: MonkeyTini Blueberry BlissTini Brit-Tini Spears SoulTini Cherry PopperTini Express TrainTini

March Martini Madness 03.08.08

The Carters know how to throw a party and this create-your-own martini ...

Updated: Mar 13, 2008 9:20pm PST

Velvet Shop 03.07.08 : By the time Friday comes around, I'm usually too drained from the week to go out. But after I got off work, went to the gym with Nay, and ate some dinner, I got my second wind. Nay and I started out the night with a trip to Marble Slab for some ice cream, then we drove to SF and then we headed out to Velvet Shop. Velvet Shop is a South Bay institution and is a house gig that has been going strong for over 12 years. That's ancient for a gig around here. They've moved to a bar called B412 in Palo Alto - it used to be Fanny & Alexander's. They have a fabulous outside patio and it was a perfectly clear night to be outside under the stars and enjoy house music. MJ and Manny asked Les to spin and he threw down some really yummy beats and had everyone dancing and grooving like he always does. I had a great time being proud of my superstar DJ hubby and catching up with my tribe of friends.

Velvet Shop 03.07.08

By the time Friday comes around, I'm usually too drained from the week ...

Updated: Mar 13, 2008 7:01pm PST

NYE with the Persians : This was the first NY at the Faram's new home, so it was extra special to be invited to be part of their family celebration. Marz and Rosie are two of our very best friends and we are so proud of what they have accomplished in such a short time together. They are home owners! When the clock struck midnight we all toasted in the new year and I planted a large kiss on my amazing husband. We went home soon after and didn't have to worry about a NY day hangover...it was perfect:)

NYE with the Persians

This was the first NY at the Faram's new home, so it was extra special ...

Updated: Jan 24, 2008 1:27pm PST

To be a kid again... : Harry, Nay, and Rich came over tonight for dinner and to watch the Hatton v. Mayweather fight on PPV last night. After a BUNCH of Jamaican Smile cocktails, the silliness ensued and the Carter's living room became a funhouse. Les and Rich were breakdancing and Nay and I were being gymnasts. This is how we roll....like children:D

To be a kid again...

Harry, Nay, and Rich came over tonight for dinner and to watch the Hat ...

Updated: Dec 15, 2007 11:44pm PST

KT 21st Birthday : Okay, so I'm really 32 today, but you know a girl has to lie about her age. Les woke me up very early this morning and made a proper English breakfast that was incredibly delicious. After we were fortified, we went back to sleep for another two hours. We celebrated my birthday surrounded by friends and family and friends that are actually family. We had dinner at San Pedro Square Bistro and Wine Bar, then headed out to Motif since it's Karma's night. It was a fantastic birthday and I wouldn't have wanted it any other way.

KT 21st Birthday

Okay, so I'm really 32 today, but you know a girl has to lie about her ...

Updated: Dec 09, 2007 8:48pm PST

Karma is back! :

Karma is back!

Updated: Nov 08, 2007 7:21pm PST

Halloween 2007 - High School Zombie : Our friend Melinda throws an amazing Halloween party every year. It is, by far, the best party of the year and we always get excited to go when the invitation arrives. This year's theme was high school zombie and everybody's costumes were fabulous. Les was a clever person and went as Shaun from Shaun of the Dead - a zombie killer. This meant, when we got home, there was no massive amount of make-up for him to wash off. I, on the other hand, spent a lot of time in the shower last night! It was such a fun night. Looking forward to next year.

Halloween 2007 - High School Zombie

Our friend Melinda throws an amazing Halloween party every year. It i ...

Updated: Nov 04, 2007 2:02pm PST

Les' Birthday Adventure 2007 : The mucker's annual surprise birthday adventure came around this past Saturday. We have a group of sneaky sneakerson friends and they kept the secret for a couple of months. This year, we went to Moaning Caverns in Vallecito, CA. It's old California Gold Country and was a nice, scenic drive. None of us had ever been to the caverns before and they have installed a screaming fast zip line to their list of adventure activities. We each had a turn at the adrenaline rush of the 1500 foot zip cable and it went by very fast. We paused for lunch in the town of Murphys. Fortuitous as it was, we came across a festival there, and ate yummy food and had some bevvies while we waited to get started on part two of our adventure. After our bellies were full and we were fortified and strong, we rappelled 165 feet into the cavern filled with stalactite and stalagmite. The consensus was that the rappel was the most exciting part of the day. It was such a surreal experience and something that we'll do again. After we rode the 2.5 hours home, and all passengers had a nice nap, we finally pulled into the driveway of the Carter's house. Food and drink was waiting there for us - thanks Mom - you are the best! - and we carried on enjoying our friendships and partying the way that tired people party. Then, the vodka came out...and then the beer shots were invented...and then dessert was served...and then it was time to call it a day. Fun Fun Fun! This concludes the celebration of the hubby's 33rd year on this planet. Happy birthday babe! And I can't lie again until next year. Damn.

Les' Birthday Adventure 2007

The mucker's annual surprise birthday adventure came around this past ...

Updated: Oct 07, 2007 7:28pm PST

Blowfish 8/31/07 :

Blowfish 8/31/07

Updated: Sep 01, 2007 10:08pm PST

BBQ at the Carter's 2007 : A BBQ at the Carter's is always - ALWAYS - a fantastic time. Those that make the A-list are definitely in for a treat when they partake in our festivities. It starts out mellow with normal BBQ stuff - eating, relaxing, music, etc. But as the night wears on, the shot glasses come out and pure mayhem takes place. This time, we all piled into the living room with all of the spare blankets and sleeping bags and had a family-style drunken movie night. We attempted to watch 300, but Mr. Carter was much more entertaining. He missed his calling by becoming an engineer; he should have been a commander in the Spartan army. Sparta! Sparta! Sparta! Raaaaaaaaaaaa rraaarrrrr rrooooaaaarrrrr!

BBQ at the Carter's 2007

A BBQ at the Carter's is always - ALWAYS - a fantastic time. Those th ...

Updated: Aug 10, 2007 8:23am PST

Blue Monkey 7/2007 : Our favorite bar, the one with the best sound system in San Jose, the one that Les has been going to religiously every week for three years, is shutting it's doors. Something to do about permits and money and other lame stuff that - I'm sure - could have been sorted out by a more business savvy and politically connected owner. Lots of people were out, mostly looking for hip hop. Many were disappointed that Les wasn't throwing down more of that ridiculous non-melodic ghetto trash, but he was true to his craft and kept the house tunage flowing. Monkey - you'll be missed. Thanks for all the outrageous nights and the best bar memories.

Blue Monkey 7/2007

Our favorite bar, the one with the best sound system in San Jose, the ...

Updated: Jul 22, 2007 8:18am PST

Lake Don Pedro House Boat Party 6/28/07 : We spent a party weekend on a couple of houseboats. The music NEVER stopped, 24 hours a day for four straight days in a row. It was a mad party and can't wait to go again next year.

Lake Don Pedro House Boat Party 6/28/07

We spent a party weekend on a couple of houseboats. The music NEVER s ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2007 5:56pm PST

Friday Night 7/20/07 : Last night, we hung out with the Faram's. I defintely needed a stiff drink after the week I had at work. It took me TWO double greyhounds to get loosened up enough to smile:) After hanging out at V Bar on Santana Row and spending $50 for a round of drinks, we headed home for some hubby and wifey time.

Friday Night 7/20/07

Last night, we hung out with the Faram's. I defintely needed a stiff ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2007 2:44pm PST

Blowfish 052607 : Les threw down some really great tunes at Blowfish Sushi on Santana Row on Friday. Our friends Melanie and Steve showed us, as did Carlo, our friend who has six degrees of separation from most people from San Jose. It's freaky how he knows who we know but in an indirect yet connected way. Les had a lot of fun and a smile on his face all night. Yay for sake shots and manga mojitos!

Blowfish 052607

Les threw down some really great tunes at Blowfish Sushi on Santana Ro ...

Updated: May 27, 2007 9:22pm PST

Los Gatos Night Out : We love Los Gatos because it always means some laid-back drinks at Carey Nation's and ending up with Kamikazes at Black Watch. We love Marz and Rose because they are just like us...awesome peeps:)

Los Gatos Night Out

We love Los Gatos because it always means some laid-back drinks at Car ...

Updated: Apr 17, 2007 10:56pm PST

St Paddy's Weekend 3/07 : The newlywed Faramarzi-Rad's had the usual suspects over for St. Pat's celebrations on Saturday. It's always nice for us all to get together for drinks, hookah and nice chats. Sunday, we went to Los Gatos for crepes at Sweetpea's Cafe. Super yummy. We walked around downtown for a while and had a pint at Cary Nation's, then took a stroll through some very expensive open houses on the way home. It just boggles my mind how much money people have in this area. Where do they get it from and how can they live in such decadence while Les and I are busting our rumps to save a freakin' penny? It's just not right! Lottery playing will commence this week. For sure;)

St Paddy's Weekend 3/07

The newlywed Faramarzi-Rad's had the usual suspects over for St. Pat's ...

Updated: Mar 18, 2007 6:26pm PST

Les and Gabe - Red Fox Tavern, Arcata, CA 2/24/07 :

Les and Gabe - Red Fox Tavern, Arcata, CA 2/24/07

Updated: Feb 25, 2007 9:01pm PST

Rose's Bachelorette Party : The girls needed to send Rose off in style and make sure the boys didn't outdo us with their own bachelor night with Marz. We started on Santana Row, went to Cardiff, then Katie McBlooms and capped off the night with breakfast at the Mini Gourmet. We were H.a.m.m.e.r.e.d. Rose, I hope you had a blast...ya little scrapper!

Rose's Bachelorette Party

The girls needed to send Rose off in style and make sure the boys didn ...

Updated: Jan 28, 2007 6:45pm PST

Pool Party at Shawn's : Camera died right after the pic of Les and I was taken. But I stole my butt picture from the SmugMug belonging to Marz

Pool Party at Shawn's

Camera died right after the pic of Les and I was taken. But I stole m ...

Updated: Aug 29, 2006 9:36pm PST

BBQ at the Carter's 2006 : The last bbq that was held at the Carter's was a bit of a messy little party due to many shots and other things. The day started with Marz having his head shaved by our favorite mucker. It ended with everyone sharing the hookah....Marz carved out a freaking lemon for the tobacco bowl!! Ingenius. We did get a little crazy by breaking out the Absinthe and while our esophagi were on fire and being burned to a crisp, we were all still smiles. All the usual suspects showed up and a couple of surprises with my triathlete friends Mel and Craig. Harry Who also showed up for a while as well as our favorite Sac peeps, DonReid and TLee. It was a great time, I think everyone got enough to eat, we'll do it again next year:)

BBQ at the Carter's 2006

The last bbq that was held at the Carter's was a bit of a messy little ...

Updated: Aug 18, 2006 10:26am PST

Super FHT : The launch of the very first Super FHT was a hit and the boys done good:D On the decks were: Tomatsu, Mike Slim and the 34 Doomed Donkeys. Lots of amazingly excellent music, much dancing and good times were had by all.

Super FHT

The launch of the very first Super FHT was a hit and the boys done goo ...

Updated: Aug 18, 2006 10:06am PST

FHT 6/22/06 : Today was a very hot day, the hottest in a while. Methinks it left the party peoples at home because it was a slow night for FHT.

FHT 6/22/06

Today was a very hot day, the hottest in a while. Methinks it left th ...

Updated: Jun 27, 2006 7:53pm PST

FHT 6/08/06 : Oh tonight was the best FHT so far. Not only did Don and ToraLee come down for a visit from Sac, we managed to meet the bar tab requirement and Les and Marz finally got paid for a gig! There were so many people there tonight and everyone was having a great time. Hembree had a little bit of liquid courage and managed to get TLee on the dance floor too! We finished the night off with a stop at The Hookah Lounge. Marz piqued my interest by saying that the melon hookah is not to be missed, so we tried it. I give it a 1/5...the taste was too foreign to me and it looked like something you would find in The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. I'll stick with apple-cinnamon or mango tobacco from now on:)

FHT 6/08/06

Oh tonight was the best FHT so far. Not only did Don and ToraLee come ...

Updated: Jun 18, 2006 8:49am PST

FHT 6/01/06 : This week's FHT was the most fun yet. Scott Chan and Jeremy Fuller graced us with their presence and threw down some really sweet tunes. Jeremy brought along a reggae version of Johnny Cash's Ring of Fire. It was a very cool track...but I think we were the only ones that liked it:D Scott brought his girlfriend , Cindy, and we had a nice chat. Good luck on the job search hon:) Jeremy's friends came out all the way from freakin' Galt for crying out loud! This was also Richard's birthday and we did dinner afterwards to celebrate with food:) Happy Birthday buddy, you're still a rock star.

FHT 6/01/06

This week's FHT was the most fun yet. Scott Chan and Jeremy Fuller gr ...

Updated: Jun 03, 2006 1:45am PST

FHT 5/25/06 : This week's Fine House Thursdays gig had Alvin Chan and Jamie Lin on the decks. We were groovin' to sweet tunage and had an absolute blast.

FHT 5/25/06

This week's Fine House Thursdays gig had Alvin Chan and Jamie Lin on t ...

Updated: Jun 02, 2006 11:31pm PST

FHT Relaunch @ SoFA Lounge 5/18/2006 : FHT has been relaunched in the form of a happy hour at SoFA Lounge in San Jose. It was a good turnout for its first night. It's always nice to see our friends in one place with drinks in hand and smiles on faces. Our FHT veteran DJs, Joe DiFalco and ST3, played very righteous house music that served as the backdrop of an incredibly fun evening. FHT History - "Free House Thursdays" was originally founded by my hubby Les "best mucker ever" Carter and our very cool Italian friend Joe "eyes closed in pictures" DiFalco in 2002. It had a Thursday residency at Brittania Arms in Cupertino and was quite an undertaking to set up each week. Does anyone remember all that artic camoflauge, parachute and the disco ball?! FHT is all grown up now and has been revived by Les and our Persian friend Marz "most people call me Charlie" Faram:) SoFA Lounge is located in downtown San Jose - South First Street Area...get it? FHT is a weekly happening happy hour house event and you should click here and here for more information on the upcoming gigs:) LONG LIVE FHT!

FHT Relaunch @ SoFA Lounge 5/18/2006

FHT has been relaunched in the form of a happy hour at SoFA Lounge in ...

Updated: May 19, 2006 9:47am PST

Alvin's Birthday Party 4/08/2006 : Last night was Alvin's 27th birthday party and all the usual suspects were there. Alvin, Les and Marz were spinning tunes all night and the party went on until well after 2am. Much drinking, dancing and story-telling went on, 'twas a great night:) I made cupcakes:)

Alvin's Birthday Party 4/08/2006

Last night was Alvin's 27th birthday party and all the usual suspects ...

Updated: Apr 09, 2006 12:53pm PST

Les @ Blue Monkey Lounge for Karma : Les was out spinnin' his records tonight with friends in tow. I had dinner and drinks with Misha beforehand. We went over to Blue Monkey and continued our drinking...er..I mean...chatting while we waited for Les to arrive with my super-awesome Mom. Who else's Mom would show up to these things? Marz, Shawn, Paul, Misha, Mom and Myself were in force to support the hubby as he was gracing us with some sexy tunes. Great set babe!

Les @ Blue Monkey Lounge for Karma

Les was out spinnin' his records tonight with friends in tow. I had d ...

Updated: Dec 18, 2005 12:02am PST

Sean's 1st annual 30th bday:) : Our beloved Sean turns 31 this month and he invited us to his bday celebration. He made tri tip and hangar steak marinated in homemade teriyaki sauce, beer can chicken, and bowtie pasta salad. We thanked him for being born as well as being a great cook:)

Sean's 1st annual 30th bday:)

Our beloved Sean turns 31 this month and he invited us to his bday cel ...

Updated: Aug 14, 2005 3:42pm PST

Mandy's 30th! : Started at Citizen Cupcake (YUM!) in the City, and ended up at Maroc on the Haight. We ended up running into just about everyone we know on this night!

Mandy's 30th!

Started at Citizen Cupcake (YUM!) in the City, and ended up at Maroc o ...

Updated: Jun 19, 2005 10:33am PST

Blowfish : I really like it when Les used to spin here. Nice place and really good times with friends.

Blowfish

I really like it when Les used to spin here. Nice place and really go ...

Updated: Jun 16, 2005 3:57pm PST

Les' 29th bday : We started at Mezzanine, then went to 1015, and ended up at The End Up. We didn't make it home until 1pm the next day:)

Les' 29th bday

We started at Mezzanine, then went to 1015, and ended up at The End U ...

Updated: Jun 16, 2005 3:24pm PST

Les' 30th Birthday Weekend : With help from friends, I threw a surprise party for Les' 30th bday. His brother and Emma even flew over for the weekend from England. We spent the next day in San Francisco doing the normal tourist-y stuff.

Les' 30th Birthday Weekend

With help from friends, I threw a surprise party for Les' 30th bday. ...

Updated: Jun 16, 2005 3:07pm PST

Mighty SF :

Mighty SF

Updated: Jun 10, 2005 12:44am PST

Butter SF : Cheeky dive bar in the City. Good night with the girls and hubby spinning most excellent music.

Butter SF

Cheeky dive bar in the City. Good night with the girls and hubby spin ...

Updated: Jun 10, 2005 12:26am PST

Timo 5/2003 :

Timo 5/2003

Updated: Apr 18, 2005 3:37pm PST

Rotation 5/2003 :

Rotation 5/2003

Updated: Apr 18, 2005 3:36pm PST

Molly McGees 6/2003 :

Molly McGees 6/2003

Updated: Apr 18, 2005 3:34pm PST

Nights Out : Some of these are Les' gigs, some are just us out having fun.

Nights Out

Some of these are Les' gigs, some are just us out having fun.

Updated: Feb 08, 2005 1:16pm PST