Last summer the popular Giant Step Monday party at Hudson Hotel ran for twenty installments and was even extended for additional dates in the winter. Last week they proudly announced that the series would be returning on Mondays, a weekly residency that welcomes in lots of solid DJs for an after work style party. They kicked off this week with the first night and have confirmed that for next week on 04.20.09 Pete Rock will be next up to bat. Like last year, these are always free with an RSVP. Night runs from 7:00 - 11:00 PM; 21+.

Also, the ‘HipHop 1953′ show at LPR on 04.29.09 features a dedication to Pete Rock with with performances from musicians and emcees