Well, after having received my official rejection letters from my state representatives, I know I’ll be spending inauguration night in front of a TV. The good news is that there will be viewing parties in public venues so I don’t have to sit there alone in my jammies with a bottle of champagne.

There’s still a chance to get to Washington:

Get on the Bus!

Harlem 4 still has space available at $100 per roundtrip ticket.

Inauguration Today has 2 buses left at $85 per seat.

Watch in New York

Symphony Space is opening their doors free to the public starting at 10am. They’ll have a big screen for viewing. Pack a lunch or buy snacks there.

The Village Pourhouse is showing the events on their big screens followed by a complimentary toast. They will be serving “Obama Mamma”, “Push Bush” , and “Barack-a-Bombs” shots all day long. No cover.

Discounted Dinners and Formal Balls

Park Slope’s V-Spot is discounting all beer, wine and cocktails by 50% and including free snacks for every table. Regular menu will still be available.

Oninaugurationday is hosting an Inaugural Ball at Hudson Terrace on W. 46th. $20 for general admission includes champagne reception with passed hors d’oeuvres. VIP tickets includes table and open bar. Formal attire recommended. Sounds too stuffy for me.

Bed Stuy Blog has a list of events in Ft. Greene, including Red Bamboo’s $5 drinks, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a DJ spinning the tunes.