Free bourbon samples

If that headline didn't get your attention I think you need another shot...

Summer is almost here so it's time for us all to get together for another one of our (in)famous Sip 'n Surf events! It's been a while since I hosted one of these babies so bring your friends and coworkers to blow it out.

The usual drill...

Date: Wednesday, June 4

Time: 5pm- 8pm (or whenever the "juice" runs out)

Location: Downing Street Pub (2549 Kirby Dr @ Westheimer, next to Taco Milagro)

Deal: Samples of Woodford Reserve Small Batch Bourbon, Drink specials featuring Woodford

Fine Print: Must be 21 years of age

You know how to sip. The surf part comes from the free WiFi at Downing Street Pub. Several companies will be displaying its high-tech wares like new cell phones, HDTVs, Blu-ray payers and more. Come check out the stuff and hang with friends.

Earthlink Selling Its Muni WiFi Division...

...but thanks for the $5 million.

It seems like only last year we were reporting regularly on the city's deal with Earthlink to build the largest WiFi network in North America. We now know that Earthlink pulled out of its deal with the city after a new CEO took over the Atlanta-based ISP.

Not only does municipal WiFi seem so 90's now, Earthlink has finally realized that building $50 million+ networks for wireless Internet access is akin to offering dial-up Internet connections (wait, they still do that). 0-for-2, Earthlink. The company is selling its muni WiFi business. Any takers?

In a conference call Thursday evening Earthlink also said it is no longer investing in Helio, a cell phone service targeting tech-savvy kids. Kiss 300 or so million dollars goodbye. 0-for-3.

Hey, who wants to meet me at Downing Street Pub for a stogie and free WiFi. Imagine that.

More on this during Saturday's radio show, 11am on The 9-5-0.

Huge V-Day Event, Monday February 12

It's time for another Downing Street Pub event and this one's a biggie. If you can't figure out what to get your sweetie for Valentine's Day then you have to show up this Monday, Feb. 12th.

Persona Day Spa will be on-hand to offer great spa packages. 80 minutes Stone Massages, manicures, pedicures along with chocolate and champagne. Masseuses will be at Downing Street Pub that evening for complimentary back and neck rubs. All while you are sipping free beverages! Get there early enough and I'll whip out some cigars from my personal locker.

Tell your friends. Win prizes. Get some KPRC gear. And walk out with a great V-Day gift she (or he) will never forget.

Party time runs from 5-7pm. Downing Street Pub is located on Kirby @ Westheimer, next to Taco Milagro.