Today Dolly Parton turns a youthful 66 years old. We're a little bit Dolly-obsessed over here, and the country sensation has conquered a lot in her life so far, so why not celebrate? Here's how you can do that in New York City—where Dolly just finished up a press tour for her latest movie Joyful Noise, and where she'll be bringing her life story to the stage in a new Broadway musical.
GO OUT
Tonight Addie Brownlee will host the Second Annual "I Beg Your Parton?!" event at the Living Room, where Addie will be singing the Queen of Country Music's songs starting at 8 p.m. She says, "I've sung these songs all my life but now when I sit with them I'm so moved by who Dolly Parton really is. The wigs and plastic surgery and 'it takes a lot of money to look this cheap' persona is no doubt a part of her, but I wanted to make her writing and musical judgment (including knowing when to sing a great song that's not her own) the focus."
ADD A LITTLE DOLLY TO YOUR ENSEMBLE
Remember when we saw that Dolly Parton street art in DUMBO last year? Turns out it was put there by Brooklyn-based bag designer Amy Dee, who sells Dolly Parton clutches (you can buy one here)! You can also hit up Etsy, where there are tons of Dolly goods—from the wearable (this custom Dolly denim jacket) to the collectible (your very own Dolly Parton doll).
THROW AN IMPROMPTU DOLLY PARTON PARTY
If you click through the slides you'll find a Dolly Parton mask (or you can make your own). We suggest wearing these to happy hour to celebrate Dolly, or host your own gathering at home. Either way, be sure to drink a Dolly Parton cocktail:
- 1 part cherry brandy
- 1 part dark rum
- 1 part tia maria
- 3 parts milk
- top with whipped cream
And why not bring a Dolly impersonator along for the ride? Dolly loves the drag queens:
