Tuesday, May 30, 2006

Happenings for Week of May 30th

Tuesday, May 30th, 2006

Josh Perilo's - The Prince of Regency
Enter the absurd world of small town royalty in an Oklahoma Strip Mall
@ The People's Improv Theatre (PIT)
154 West 29th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
7p
Cost: $5.00
For more information call: 212-563-7488


Wednesday, May 31st, 2006

Champagne Tasting
Taste and learn about Gosset Grand Rose Champagne with Oumy Diaw
@ Crush Wines and Spirits
153 East 57th Street (between 3rd and Lexington Avenues)
4:30 – 7:30p
Free

Pinstripes in the Park
Come and watch the Yankees v. Tigers
The Lawn – Bryant Park
Between 40-42nd Streets and 5 and 6th Avenues
Lawn opens at 5:30, game starts @ 7:05p
Free
For more information: http://www.bryantpark.org/calendar/may.php



Singles and Sushi by Fish in the Sea
An evening of socializing and business networking
@ Sushi Twist
66 Madison Avenue (between 27-28th Street)
7- 9:30p
Cost: $10.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door
For more information: www.fishinthesea.com

Scotch Tasting
Take a tour of Scotland by way of Singles Malts (CLS05053106)
@ Morrell Wine Store
1 Rockefeller Plaza (@ 49th Street)
7:30 - 9:30p
Cost: $35.00 of which $20.00 is redeemable off any bottle purchased on the evening of the tasting.
For more information and to sign up: http://store.morrellwine.com//item.jsp?item=CLS053106&promo=BF2005


Thursday, June 1st, 2006

Downtown NYC - River to River Festival – through Sunday, June 4th, 2006
Times, locations and prices vary..
For more information: www.rivertorivernyc.com

Ninth Annual International Exposition of: Sculpture Objects and Functional Art
SOFA NEW YORK 2006 – through Sunday, June 4th, 2006
@ Seventh Regiment Armory
643 Park Avenue (@ 67th Street)
Cost: $20.00 general admission, $35.00 four day pass
(price includes catalog and admission to Museum of Arts and Design)
11a – 8p
For more information and schedule : www.sofaexpo.com

Cheese Tasting Event
Hosted by Men on a Silver Platter
@ Louis 649
649 East 9th Street (Avenue C)
6:30 - 8:30p
Cost: $15.00 on line, $20.00 at event
To sign up or for more information: www.menonasilverplatter.8m.com

NY Classical Theatre is proud to present…
All’s Well That Ends Well
Meet at the entrance to Central Park @ West 103rd Street & Central Park West
7p
This is a moving performance. Every 10-15 minutes the production picks up and moves to different location. Wear comfortable shoes or sneakers
Free
For more information and additional performance dates: www.newyorkclassical.org

Grand Gourmet 7: The Flavor of Midtown
Annual food tasting event
@ Vanderbilt Hall - Grand Central Terminal
East 42nd Street and Park Avenue
7 - 9:30p
Cost: $75.00
For more information and to sign up: http://www.grandcentralpartnership.org/what_we_do/promote_grand_gourmet.asp

A Celebration of Shavout
Come stay the night. Enjoy an array of programs and cheesecake throughout the night.
@ The Jewish Community Center in Manhattan
344 Amsterdam Avenue (@ 76th Street)
10p – 5a (June 2)
Free


Friday, June 2nd, 2006



Holy Frak!
View an episode of Battlestar Galactica with the cast and creative team. Question and answer session to follow.
@ Museum of Television and Radio
25 West 52nd Street (between 5-6th Avenues)
6 - 8p
Cost: $5.00
For more information and to sign up: 212-621-6600 or www.mtr.org

Teatro Slovak
A troop of Slovakian actors performs this downtown cabaret, collage-like piece. Filled with dance and music.
@ Galapagos Art Space
70 North 6th Street (between Kent and Wythe) Brooklyn
8p
Cost: $10.00 in advance, $12.00 at the door
For more information and to sign up: www.galapagosartspace.com/theater.html
Or call 718.782.5188


Saturday, June 3rd, 2006

Singles Horseback Riding, Lunch and Wine Tour
A fun-filled day of back country horse back riding and wine touring in Upstate NY
Meet up @ NE corner of 73rd Street and Broadway in front of Apple Bank
7:45a - 6p
Space is limited, so rsvp now.
Cost: $150.00
For more information and to sign up: http://www.meetmarketadventures.com/events/details.php?evt_id=1023

Walk with Me…
Easter Seals annual NY walk
Runners and roller-bladers welcome.
@ Riverside Park – enter on 79th Street or 83rd Street entrance
Registration starts @ 9:30a, walk starts @ 11a
For more information and to sign up: http://www.easterseals.com/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=1580
or call 212.244.6320 x113 - Rachel

ASPCA Central Park Dog Walk
Join thousands of New York’s Pet Lovers in Central Park
@ Sheep Meadow – Central Park
9:30a
Minimum contribution = 1 ticket $20.00
For more details and to register: http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer?pagename=dogwalk



Crawfish Festival
A mini jazzfest here in the northeast
@ Sussex County Fairgrounds, Augusta, NJ
Gates open @ 10:30a, music starts @ 12 until 6:30p
Cost $ 25.00 per day, $30.00 at door
For directions, more information and to get tickets in advance: www.crawfishfest.com

Sock Puppet Showgirls
An hour long adaptation of the 1995 Paul Verhoeven classic acted out
by socks.
@ Ace of Clubs (inside Acme)
9 Great Jones Street (@ Lafayette)
8p
Cost: $15.00
To buy tickets: www.theatermania.com
For more information call: 212.352.3101


Sunday, June 4th, 2006

Times Talks Series with editors and writers of the NY Times Magazine
@ CUNY Graduate Center
5th Avenue and 34th Street
10a - 10p
Cost: $25.00
For more information call: 1-888-NYT-1870
For schedule of speakers and times: http://www.nywici.org/

Nosh Walks visit the Brighton Beach
Discover the variety of different ethnic foods in Brooklyn
Meet @ 11:30a in front of Washington Mutual Bank
(Where Brighton Beach meets Coney Island Avenue
Cost: $33.00 – members, $30.00 – nonmembers
To sign up and for more information: www.noshnews.com
or call 212-222-2243

Adventure Society…
Sunset Hot Air Balloon Ride
1:15p - 11p
Cost: $227.00 – member, $242.00 – nonmember
For more information and to sign up: http://www.adventuresociety.com/activities/activityDetail.asp?aid=294&rid=&c=gus
or call: 212.620.5348

Monday, May 22, 2006

Happenings for Week of May 22nd




Monday, May 22nd, 2006

Designing Hollywood 2006
New York Women in Film and Television’s gala annual fundraising event exploring the confluence of fashion, film and television.
@ Crobar and Pink Elephant
530 West 28th Street (between 10th and 11th Avenues)
6:30 – 9p
Cost: $100.00
To sign up or for more information: http://nywift.org/article.aspx?rtn=hp&id=373#EventInformation


Tuesday, May 23rd, 2006

Carnival of Style
Part fashion show...part burlesque...part vaudeville...part celebration
@ 14th Street Y
344 East 14th Street (between 1st and 2nd Avenues)
7p Gallery Reception, 8p Show,
Cost: $8
For more information: http://www.14streety.org/section.php?pages_id=82
RSVP: Alyssa_Abrahamson@14StreetY.org

Single Malt Scotch Tastings (ID #83442)
From Scotland’s Highlands hosted by F. Paul Pacult
@ Keens Steakhouse
72 West 36th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues)
7p
Cost: $65.00
To sign up or for more information: mail@spiritjournal.com or call 212-947-3636


Wednesday, May 24th, 2006

Fleet Week comes in NYC (until Wednesday, May 31st, 2006)
For more information:
http://www.fleetweek.navy.mil/public.htm

Spring Floral Design
Bring the fresh smells and new growth of spring into your home with beautiful floral designs.
@ Brooklyn Botantical Garden
1000 Washington Street (between Eastern Parkway & Flatbush Avenue) - Brooklyn
6-9p
Cost: $64.00 (member), $71.00 (non-member) fee includes $30.00 material charge
To sign up or for more information: http://www.bbg.org/edu/registration.html

Adventure Society Monthly Cocktail Party
@ Fredericks
6:39 – 9:30p
Must rsvp in advance, space is limited
Cost: free – members, $5.00 – nonmembers, $10.00 at door if space allows
To sign up or for more information: http://www.adventuresociety.com/activities/ActivityDetail.asp?aid=418

Kosher Wine Tasting
This event will feature an amazing selection of Yarden Wines.
@ 328 East 61st Street, 3rd floor, (between 1st and 2nd Avenues)
7:30 – 9:30p
Cost: $35.00, bring a friend - $25.00
To sign up or for more information: http://www.kosherwinesociety.com/events.shtml

Seth Glass Performance
Seth plays – funkadyllic folk
@ Makor
35 West 67th Street (between Columbus and CPW)
9:30p
Cost: $10.00
To buy tickets: www.makor.org, call 212-415-5500 or at door upon availability


Thursday, May 25th, 2006

Wine Tasting
Come and taste some California wines with Josh Miles
@ Crush Wines and Spirits
153 East 57th Street (between 3rd and Lexington Avenues)
6-8p
Free

Wine Tasting and Match-Making Event
Hosted by Men on a Silver Platter
@ Divine Bar
236 West 54th Street (between Broadway and 8th Avenue)
6-8p
Cost: $10.00 on line, $15.00 at event
To sign up or for more information: www.menonasilverplatter.8m.com

The Lunch Club presents: Game Night
Come and play your favorite board game as you meet new friends
@ Dempsey’s Pub
61 2nd Avenue (between 3rd and 4th Streets)
7p
Cost: monthly members –free, non-members $10.00 in advance, $15.00 at door
To sign up or for more information: http://www.thelunchclub.net/clubhouse/lc_events.php

Thai Dinner
Come and meet new folks while enjoying Thai food
@ Joey Thai
17 East 31st Street (between 5th Avenue and Madison)
7p
Cost: $20.00 (including tax and gratuity)
Bring your own wine or beer – sharing in encouraged
Must RSVP in advance to: sharyn.rosenblum@harpercollins.com


Friday, May 26th, 2006

Dixie Chicks
Live from the Good Morning America Stage
@ Bryant Park
7a
Free
For more information : http://www.bryantpark.org/calendar/gma-concerts.php


Saturday, May 27th, 2006

Nosh Walks visit the Bronx
Discover the variety of different restaurants and food shops in the Bronx
10:45a - meet @ Hue-Man Books
2319 Frederick Douglass Blvd (south 125th Street)
Cost: $33.00 – members, $30.00 – nonmembers
To sign up and for more information: http://www.noshnews.com/page5.html or call 212-222-2243

Brandy Tastings
Single Malt Saturdays
@ The Brandy Library
25 North Moore Street (between Varick and Hudson)
5p-8p
Free
For more information: www.brandylibrary.com


The Ghosts of Greenwich Village Scavenger Hunt
Learn the stories of the restless souls
6:30p-9p
Cost: $20.00
To sign up and for more information: http://www.watsonadventures.com/schedule.html#Anchor-MAY-11481


Sunday, May 28th, 2006

Singles Canoe/Kayak Trip
Come along and enjoy the Delaware River..
Entire day
Cost: $85.00
To sign up and for more information: http://www.outdoorbound.com/Event.aspx?id=69


Monday, May 29th, 2006 (Memorial Day)

Walking tour through Greenwich Village
Meet @ Washington Square Park – northside of the Arch
11a
Cost: $10.00
To sign and for more information: http://www.rentanewyorker.com/publictours.html
Or call 212-982-9445

The NY Philharmonic conducted by Xian Zhang
Plays: Verdi – La Forza del Destino Overture and Tschaikovsky – Symphony No. 5
@ Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine
Amsterdam Avenue @ 112th Street
8p
Free

Monday, May 15, 2006

Happenings for Week of May 15th

Monday, May 15, 2006
Wine Workshops: An Introduction to Wine
@ Crush Wine & Spirits
153 East 57th Street (between Lexington and 3rd Avenue)
6:30-8p
Cost: $65.00
To RSVP or for more information call: (212) 980-Wine (9463)

Boston Legal Comes to NY
The cast and creative team will discuss the process behind
Crane, Poole & Schmidt
@ The Museum of Television and Radio
25 West 52nd Street (between 5-6th Avenues)
6-7p
Cost: $15.00
To sign up or if you have more questions call: 212-621-6600

The Da Vinci Code Debate
Come and ask away..
@ NY Hilton Hotel
1335 6th Avenue (between 53 and 54th Streets)
7p
Free

Sundance Institute at Brooklyn Academy of Music (Through Sunday, May 21)
Straight from the 2006 Sundance Film Festival, Sundance Institute at BAM presents fourteen independent feature films and eight shorts.
@ Peter Jay Sharp Building, 30 Lafayette Avenue – Brooklyn (between Flatbush and Fulton Avenue)
Costs: vary
For more information or to get tickets go to:

Tuesday, May 16, 2006

NYC Beard and Moustache Championships
@ Knitting Factory
74 Leonard Street (between Church and Broadway)
8p
Cost: $12.00
To purchase tickets and for more information: www.nybeard.com

Bouchaine Winemaker Michael Richmond Comes to Morrell & Company (BOUCHAINE)
Paired Artisanal Cheeses will be served
@ The Morrell and Company Tasting Room,
729 Seventh Avenue, 15th floor (between 48th & 49th Streets)
6:30-8:30p
Cost: $29.95
Reservations: Call Lauren Bretzfield, 212.688.9370 x2209 or email: laurenb@morrellwine.com


Wednesday, May 17, 2006

Monthly Happy Hour with Several Social Groups
@ Ribot Restaurant & Bar
780 Third Avenue (@ 48th Street)
6p - 9p
Cost: free, though must RSVP in advance
To RSVP email: social@newyorkplanet.net or igorbass@dynamicoutdoors.com

Big City Saute Singles/Networking Event
-appetizers and assorted entrees will be served. Open wine and beer bar for 2.5 hours
@ Nolita House
47 East Houston Street – Mezzanine (between Mott and Mulberry Street)
7:30 – 10p
Cost: $50.00 in advance, $60.00 at door (cash only)
To sign up and for more information: www.bigcitysaute.com/NolitaHouseBase.html

Free Golf Lessons
@ The Gym
11 East 26th Street (5th Avenue and Madison)
7:30p
For more information call: 212-889-3003


Thursday, May 18, 2006

An Evening of Decadence Chocolate & Champaign Tasting
Portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Special Olympics
@ Kanvas Bar & Lounge
219 Ninth Avenue -downstairs room (between 23rd and 24th Streets)
6:30 – 10p
Cost: $40.00 in advance, $50.00 at the door
For more information and to sign up: www.gripngrin.com/emails/chocolate/chocolate_tasting.htm

The Crucible (ending Sunday, May 21st)
A Rising Sun Production (off-off Broadway)
@ The Kraine Theater
85 East 4th Street (between 2 and 3rd Avenues)
Cost: $18.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door
8p
For more information and to purchase tickets: www.horsetrade.info/season8/Crucible.html

Friday May 19, 2006

Chocolate Tasting @ Michel Cluizel
ABC Carpet and Home.
888 Broadway (at 19th Street), 1st floor
6pm sharp
Cost: $29
To sign up: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr
All reservations will be confirmed via e-mail.

Sunset Singing Circle
Sing together, share rounds and folk songs. No experience needed
@ F. Wagner Park in Battery Park City
All ages welcome
7-8:30p
Free
For more information: www.bpcparks.org/bpcp/events/events.php

Shabbat Dinner and Comedy Evening (code: BAOFLM00S6)
@ The Jewish Community Center in Manhattan
334 Amsterdam Avenue (@76th Street)
7p
Ages: 30-40’s
Cost: $40.00 non-member, $30.00 member
To sign up or for more information: www.jccmanhattan.org


Saturday, May 20, 2006

Ninth Avenue International Food Festival
37th to 57th Streets
9th Avenue is in Midtown Manhattan
2 Blocks West of Times Square
A Fabulous Feast of Foods From Around The World
9a – 7p

Taste of Tribeca
Culinary Festival – 59 of Tribeca’s best restaurants
Throughout Tribeca
11:30a – 3p
Cost: $40.00 advance, $45.00 day of event
For more information and to buy tickets: www.tasteoftribeca.org/tickets.html

Light to Intermediate Day Hike
@ Gertrude's Nose –Brand New Location
Transportation provided
8a – 6:30p_
Meeting: 3 pick-up locations in Manhattan, UES, 14th Street, UWS
Cost: $45 -
Will include transportation, park entry fees, some beverages and lite snacks.
Questions / RSVP: igorbass@dynamicoutdoors.com

The Lincoln Conspiracy Scavenger Hunt
Throughout Greenwich Village and East Village
2-4:30p
Cost: $20.00 advance purchase necessary
For more information and to sign up: www.watsonadventures.com/schedule.html#Anchor-MAY-11481

Champagne Tasting
@ Bubble Lounge
228 West Broadway (between White and Franklin Streets)
5-6p
Cost: $30.00
For more information and to sign up: saber@bubblelounge.com or call 212-431-3433

A Unique Art Show, "OutSide The Box"
Join D'Fine Arts in Celebrating An International Panel of Visual & Performing Artists
@ Martin Luther King High School
122 Amsterdam Avenue (between 65 and 66th Streets)
5-9p
Admission is complimentary. Hor D'oeurves will be served!
For more information: www.dfineartsonline.com

Global Festival
An unforgettable evening of international cuisine, cultural dance, musical performances and unique art from around the world
@ Lighthouse International Headquarters
The Sol and Lillian Goldman Building
111 East 59th Street (between Lexington and 3rd Avenue)
6-10p
Cost: $55.00
For more information and to sign up: www.unanyc.org/events/ticket052006event.html


Sunday, May 21st, 2006

AIDS WALK NYC
8:30a – 3p
To sign up, volunteer and/or donate: http://www.aidswalk.net/newyork/event/AWNYDOEinfo.html

Ninth Avenue International Food Festival
37th to 57th Streets
9th Avenue is in Midtown Manhattan
2 Blocks West of Times Square
A Fabulous Feast of Foods From Around The World
9 am - 7 pm

NY Marble Cemetery
The oldest public non-sectarian cemetery in NYC. All burials are in 156 below-ground vaults made of solid white Tuckahoe marble.
11a – 3p
Free – open to public
For more information: www.marblecemetery.org

Scavenger in Central Park (code: JYOHNT00S6)
Jewish Singles Event
12p
Ages: 20-30’s
Cost: $25.00 non-member, $20.00 member
To sign up or for more information: www.jccmanhattan.org

Basketball Extravaganza
Benefit Charity – Israeli Basketball Legends v. FDNY – NY’s Bravest
@ Columbia University
Dodge Physical Fitness Center – 120th Street Entrance/East of Broadway
All ages
Clinics start 1p, Game starts 3:30p
Cost: $25.00 for adults, $10.00 children
To purchase tickets or for more information: call: Migdal Ohr – 212-397-3700 ext. 206

Cancer Fundraiser
For private alternative cancer treatment
@ Studio 8 Lounge
311 West 34th Street (between 8th and 9th Avenues) 8th floor
5-9p
Cost: $25 dollar donation at the door
For more information or to sign up contact: michaeljmacaluso@aol.com or call 516-298-1644

Kayaking, Swimming, Cliff Jumping
@ The Delaware Water Gap
Transportation from Manhattan, rental of the Kayaks, and some snacks will be provided
8a – 7:30p
Cost: $65.00
To sign up and for more information contact: Igorbass@dynamicoutdoors.com

Monday, May 08, 2006

Happenings for Week of May 8th

Monday, May 8, 2006

2nd Annual RAP PINK OUT (Dry Rose Wine Tasting)
@ Boulevard
199 Bowery (@ spring)
6:30p – 8:30p
Cost: $35.00
For more information and to purchase tickets: www.rapwine.com./events.html


Tuesday, May 9, 2006

Art Rock (through May 21st)
@ Rockefeller Plaza
between 49/50th Streets
In public space
Free
For more information: http://www.rockefellercenter.com/home.html

Brazilian Wine Tasting
6:30p – 8:30p
Cost: $39.00 (including tax and tip)
For questions and to RSVP: igorbass@dynamicoutdoors.com

Fish in the Sea Singles Party
@ Calcutta (Indian Restaurant)
324 East 6th Street (between 1st and 2nd Avenues)
8:30p – 11:30p
Cost: $25.00 in advance, $35.00 at the door (includes 4 course meal)
Ages: 28-49
For more information and to sign up: https://www.fishinthesea.com/events/event.aspx?id=11


Wednesday, May 10, 2006

Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Challenge (Charity Event)
@ Battery Gardens (inside Battery Park)
across from 17 State Street
6:30p – 11:30p
Cost: $250.00
For more information and to sign up: http://fist.org/pdf/FIST_Texas_Holdem.pdf
212-809-5508

Flirt with Flavor – singles event
@ Aer
409 West 13th Street (between 9th Street and Washington)
7p -10p
Cost: free, but must RSVP in advance
RSVP at: http://newyork.flirtwithflavor.com/UserRegistration/RSVP
For more information: http://newyork.flirtwithflavor.com

Taste of the Nation - food and Wine tastings
@ Metropolitan Pavillion
125 West 18th Street (between 7th and 8th Avenue)
7:30p – 10:30p
Cost: $250.00
For information or tickets: www.tasteofthenation.org/site/Clubs?club_id=1054&pg=main
Or call 1-877-26-taste

Tango Lesson Night
@ Empire Dance
127 West 25th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenue)
11th floor
8:30p – 9:30p
Cost: $20.00
Spots are limited, so please pre-register in advance
To sign up: www.msnyc.org


Thursday, May 11, 2006

Spring for a Cure - culinary and spirits tastings
@ Puck Building
295 Lafayette Street (@ Bleeker)
7-11p
Cost: $100.00 in advance, $125.00 at the door
For more information: www.jdrf.org/index.cfm?page_id=104314
To get tickets call: 212-478-4319


Friday, May 12, 2006

Brooklyn Designs (through Sunday, May 14th)
Main Venues
@ St. Ann’s Warehouse in Dumbo 38 Water Street
and Brooklyn Designs Gallery 37 Main Street
(under Brooklyn Bridge near Dock Street)
10a- 8p
Cost: 12.00

Wine Tasting
@ Tasting World
307 West 38thStreet (@ 8th Avenue)
Suite 1910
6p - 8p
Cost: $35.00 in advance, $45.00 at the door
For more information and to sign up: ttp://www.tastingworld.com/wine_courses_tastings_open_house.html or call 212-629-8529

Club Med Turquoise Reunion with Daniel
@ Scopa
79 Madison Avenue (@ 28th Street)
Show starts at 10p – 3a
Cost: $20.00
To rsvp for show: http://www.davidshapiro.net/upcomingevents.asp


Saturday, May 13, 2006

Whitewater Dam Release Trip
All day
Cost: $129.00
For more information and to sign up: http://www.outdoorbound.com/EventDetails.aspx?id=68

Brooklyn Designs (through Sunday, May 14th)
Main Venues
@ St. Ann’s Warehouse in Dumbo 38 Water Street
and Brooklyn Designs Gallery 37 Main Street
(under Brooklyn Bridge near Dock Street)
10a – 7p
Cost: 12.00

Self Magazine – Workout in the Park
@ Central Park
11a – 3p
Cost: $20.00 in advance, $25.00 at the event
For more information or to get tickets: https://www.e2e-store.com/self/self-main.cgi

Brooklyn PigFest 2006 (bbq fest)
@ Tobacco Warehouse – Brooklyn Bridge Park
(corner of Water and Dock)
1p - 6p
Cost: $75.00 in advance, $85.00 at the door
For more information or to buy tickets: www.brooklynbrewery.com

Chelsea Art Walk (guided tour)
4p
Singles: 27-45
Cost: $25.00
For more information and to register: https://www.nycmingle.com/calendar.htm

Live performance – Jen Shankman
@ Lion’s Den
214 Sullivan (between West 3rd and Bleeker)
10p
Cost: under 10 bucks

Club Med Turquoise Reunion with Daniel
@ Scopa
79 Madison Avenue (@ 28th Street)
Show starts at 10p – 3a
Cost: $20.00
To rsvp for show: http://www.davidshapiro.net/upcomingevents.asp


Sunday, May 14, 2006 (Mother’s Day)

Brooklyn Designs
Main Venues
@ St. Ann’s Warehouse in Dumbo 38 Water Street
and Brooklyn Designs Gallery 37 Main Street
(under Brooklyn Bridge near Dock Street)
11a – 6p
Cost: 12.00

Understanding Mothers and Daughers in Conversation
@ Museum of Jewish Heritage
36 Battery Place (near West Street)
11:30a – 1p
Cost: $50.00 adults, $45.00 sr.s, $40.00 student
For more information and to sign up: www.mjhnyc.org/safrahall/visit_safra_hall7.htm
Or call: 646-437-4200

Monday, May 01, 2006

Happenings for Week of May 1st

Monday, May 1, 2006


Symphony Space’s – Upper West Fest (on-going until Sunday, May 14th)
Located throughout various venues throughout Upper West Side (59th-116th Streets)
Prices vary depending on event
Festival pass $25.00 (which allows you to buy 2 tickets for the price of one to any participating event during the entire festival.
For more information, events, prices, and reservations: www.upperwestfest.com

Tribeca Film Festival (on-going until Sunday, May 7th)
Located throughout various venues throughout NYC
Prices vary
For more information and to purchase tickets: www.tribecafilmfestival.org

17th Annual Dusty Film and Animation Festival (on going until Wednesday, May 3rd)
@ Directors Guild Theater
110 West 57th Street (@ 6th Avenue)
12p – 11p
Cost: free
For more information: www.schoolofvisualarts.edu/happenings


Tuesday, May 2, 2006


White Wine Tasting
@ Crush Wines
153 East 57th Street (between 6th -7th Avenues)
4-6p
Free, no reservation required
For more information: www.crushwineco.com/schedule.htm

Yom Ha’atzmaut Event: Dor Chadash – (Israel’s Independence Day Celebration Event)
@ Crowbar
530 West 28th Street (between 10-11th Avenue)
6p – 4a
Cost: $25.00 in advance, $35.00 at door
For more information: http://www.nyblueprint.com/event.asp?eid=13706

Fun With Wine – New Release Burgundy Event
@ Union Square Wine Store
33 Union Square West (between 16th and 17th Streets)
6:15p
Cost: $150.00
To sign up for more information: http://www.funwithwine.com/info.asp?EventID=5148&page=1&var=city&ID=1
Or call: 212.560.5155


Wednesday, May 3rd, 2006


Let My People Party – Ages 30’s – 40’s Event
@ Duvet
45 West 21st Street (between 5-6 Avenue)
6p – 11p
Cost: $20.00 in advance or rsvp/ $25.00 @ door
For more information: www.letmypeoplego.com

Israel-In-Short 2006, Yom Haatzmaut Film Marathon (code EFFIISOOS6)
@ The Jewish Community Center in Manhattan
334 Amsterdam Avenue (@ 76th Street)
7p
Cost: $8.00 – member, $10.00 – non-member
For more information or to buy tickets: www.jccmanhattan.org or call 646.505.4444

Overture Outreach Foundation Charity Event
@ Nikki Midtown
151 East 50th Street (between Lexington and 3rd Avenue)
10p – 2a
Cost: Minimum donation $30.00
RSVP is a must – rsvp@overtureoutreach.org
For more information or to get tickets: www.overtureoutreach.org or call 212.999.7107


Thursday, May 4th, 2006


The Diversa Bee presented by Multimixx (interracial speed dating)
@ Onyx Lounge
168 Sullivan Street (@ West Houston)
6:30p – 10:30p
Cost: $20.00 in advance, $25.00 at door
Ages: 25-40, a diversity of folks
For more information and to sign up: www.multimixx.com


Friday, May 5th, 2006


Brandy Tasting
@ Brandy Library
25 North Moore Street (between Hudson and Varick Street)
5p-7: 30p
For more information: www.brandylibrary.com
Free

Starry Nights (Enjoy live music – cocktail hour at the museum)
@ American Museum of Natural History (Rose Center)
Central Park West (@ 81st Street)
6p
Cost: Suggested donation $13.00
For more information: www.amnh.org or call 212.769.5100

First Fridays
@ The Guggenheim Museum
5th Avenue @ 89th Street
9p-1a
Cost: $20.00 at the door, members are free
For more information: www.guggeheim.org

Saturday, May 6th, 2006


Horseback and Vineyard Wine Tasting
All day event
Cost: $150.00
For more information and to sign up: http://www.outdoorbound.com/EventDetails.aspx?id=12

Easy Hike, Wine and Optional Chocolate Tasting
All day event
Cost: $69.00 for hike and wine, $74.00 for hike, wine and chocolate
For more information and to sign up: http://www.outdoorbound.com/EventDetails.aspx?id=83

Spring Bike with Lunch
8:30a – 5p
Cost: $74.00 member, $89.00 – non-member
For more information and to sign up: http://www.adventuresociety.com/activities/activityDetail.asp?aid=341&rid=&c=gen

Revlon Run/Walk For Women
@ Times Square and finishes in the East Meadow of Central Park
9:15am - Official start of 5k run/walk
Cost: $25.00 – see registration form
For more information and to register:
http://www.revlonrunwalk.com/ny/register_now.html

The Gangsters New York Scavenger Hunt
Throughout NYC
2p – 4:30p
Cost: $20.00
For more information and to sign up: http://www.watsonadventures.com/schedule.html#Anchor-MAY-11481

Brandy Tasting
@ Brandy Library
25 North Moore Street (between Hudson and Varick Street)
5p – 8p
For more information: www.brandylibrary.com
Free

I Love the 80’s Party
@ Dewey’s Flatiron
210 Fifth Avenue (between 25-26th Street)
10p
Cost: $7.00 with mention of Murphguide or $10.00 without

Spring Fling for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
@ The Frying Pan Pier
63 West 23rd Street (@ West Side Highway)
9:30p- 12:30a
Cost: $50.00

Shapiro Party
@ Proof
239 Third Avenue (between 19th – 20th Streets)
10p – 4a
Cost: $5.00 – women with rsvp, $10.00 – men with rsvp
RSVP by calling 212-579-4844 or email thinksmrt@aol.com


Sunday, May 7th, 2006


Singles Scenic Biking
All day
Cost: $109.00, $114.00 – if you want to go on the extreme mountain bike route
For more information and to sign up: http://www.outdoorbound.com/EventDetails.aspx?id=71

3rd Annual Plant Sale
@ Merchants House Museum
29 East 4th Street (between Crosby Street and 4th Avenue)
10a – 12p
Free

27th Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival
@ Union Square Park
12p – 6p
Free

Singles Scavenger Hunt
@ The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 - Fifth Avenue @ 82nd Street
12p
Cost: $30.00 in advance
For more information and to register: www.reallivepeopleparty.com/details.php?e=1055