Happenings for Week of January 15th

Week of January 15th, 2007

Outdoor Art Exhibit: Doug Aitken: Sleepwalkers (A, C)

January 16th - February 12th, 2007
The Museum of Modern Art and Creative Time, the New York based public art organization, have jointly commissioned Doug Aitken to create the artist's first large-scale public artwork in the United States. The project is also the first to bring art to MoMA's exterior walls. Continuous sequences of film scenes will be projected onto eight facades, including those on West Fifty-third and Fifty-fourth streets and those overlooking The Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden. Inspired by the densely built environment of New York's midtown, the artist will create a cinematic art experience that directly integrates with the architectural fabric of the city while simultaneously enhancing and challenging viewers' perceptions of public space. The project, filmed in New York City, will be shown daily from 5-10p and is intended to be visible from many public vantage points adjacent to the Museum.
For more information: moma

Monday, January 15th, 2007 (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)

A Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration (A, C, M0
Celebrate the spirit of Dr. King at Brooklyn’s Botanical Gardens. Join us for this touching and beautiful annual performance of spirituals featuring the Great Day Chorale led by Louvinia Pointer.
@ Brooklyn Botanical Garden
1000 Washington Avenue (between Montgomery and Crown Streets), Brooklyn
2:30p
Free
For more information: bbg

Lecture & Book Signing (E, F/D, L)
Daniel Boulud presents Braise
Internationally acclaimed chef Daniel Boulud shares a multitude of braising techniques from his latest book, Braise (Ecco). With recipes inspired by the chef’s love of world cuisines, Braise is the definitive cookbook on the technique, bringing one-pot meals to a whole new level. Chef Boulud will be interviewed on stage by Sissy Biggers, Lifestyle Co-host, PBS’s The Victory Garden.
@ FIAF - Florence Gould Hall
55 East 59th Street (between Park and Madison Avenues)
7p
Cost: $25
To sign up call: 212.307.4100
For more information: fiaf



Dinner and a Movie - Motorcycle Diaries (F, F/D)
Based on the diareis of Ernest ‘Che’ Guevara and Alberto Granado as young me, the film follows the two daring friends on a breathtaking and exciting motorcycle trip across Latin America that is fated to change their lives, and the course of history.
A 3 course dinner will be served
@ Suba Restaurant
109 Ludlow Street (between Delancy and Rivington Streets)
Seatins between 7 - 8, movie starts at 8:30p
Cost: $35 plus tax and gratuity
For more information and to make a reservation call: 212.982.5714

Speed Dating (S)
Up to 16 dates in one night
Ages: Women 33 - 43, Men 35 - 48
Prey Bar & Lounge
Address: 4 West 22nd Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues)
7:30p
Cost: $37.00 (use the name - Laura when registering on-line and save $5.00)
For more information and to sign up: dates

Tuesday, January 16th, 2007

Seven Voices, Seven Views (A)
A group show to benefit Creative Alternatives of New York
One of the artists featured: Cheryl Riley
For this group exhibit, she created the next editions of her James Baldwin Totems. These are five pedestal-size carved wood sculptures that are in editions of five.
@ G. R. N’namdi Gallery
526 West 26th Street, ( between 10th and 11th Avenues), Suite #316
Free
For more information: cheryl



8th Annual Country Dancing Celebration (D, E, M)
Learn how to line dance and have some fun…
@ Connolly’s
121 West 45th Street (between 6th Avenue and Broadway), 3rd flr
Doors open at 6:30p, lessons start at 7:45p
Cost: $13 (cover)
For more information: country

Blacks, Jews and Civil Rights (Code: T-MM5LE01-01) (C, E)
What Brought Us Together, What Keeps Us Apart
Rabbi Marc Schneier, Rev. Johnny Ray Youngblood and Rev. David Brawley with Jonathan Odell, moderator. In the wake of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, religious leaders discuss the state of black-Jewish relations. The moderator is Jonathan Odell, founder of the Institute for Authentic Dialogue, author of The View from Delphi and an expert in the psychology of racism. Describing the Jewish perspective is Rabbi Marc Schneier, the president and founder of the Foundation for Ethnic Understanding. Rev. Johnny Ray Youngblood and Rev. David Brawley are well-known pastors at St. Paul’s Baptist Church.
@ Makor - Steinhardt Building
35 West 67th Street (between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West)
7p
Cost: $12 in advance; $15 at the door
For more information and to sign up: www.92y.org

Wednesday, January 17th, 2007

Opening Exhibit and Artist’s Reception (A, C, E)
Marissa Soroudi: Unspoken
I have photographed mainly veiled women, yet the material veil is less significant than who is actually wearing it. Underneath these silk cloths are women who may be dressed modestly and speak softly, but have experiences, artistry, wisdom, and ornate ideas that are roaring. I strive to hear and honor these women for their divinity.
@ The National Arts Club
15 Gramercy Park South (between Irving Place and Park Avenue South)
6 - 9p
Free
For more information: marissa

Panel Discussion: (C, E, F/D)
Kimchi, Kalbi & Kimbap: Korean Kuisine Kaptures America’s Palate
This panel will examine the history of Korean restaurants in the U.S., the latest in Korean culinary trends and the impact of Korean food on other cuisines and cooking styles. Moderator, James Oseland, Editor-in-Chief of Saveur, will be joined by a panel of distinguished food experts for an exciting discussion of these topics and more.
@ Asia Society and Museum
725 Park Ave (@ 70th Street)
7 - 9p
Cost: $30
For more information and to sign up: asiasociety

Movie Screening (E, F)
Sipping Jet Streams
From the markets and souks of Marrakech in Morocco to the blues of the Atlantic in Barbados, from Japan to Cuba, Italy, Hong Kong, and Egypt Sipping Jetstreams is a photographic journey of discovery and adventure. This two-year odyssey focuses not just on the surfing but the places and the faces of each destination.
All door proceeds from this event will be donated to the Surfrider Foundation NYC Chapter.
@ Tribeca Cinemas
54 Varick Street (at Laight Street)
7p
Cost: $25
For more information and to buy tickets: tribecacinemas



JDate Party (P)
Turn up the volume on ’07 and come connect with new friends and catch up with the old.
@ Club Stereo
512 West 29th Street (between 10th and 11th Avenues)
7 - 10p
Cost: $15 in advance, $25 at the door
For more information and to sign up: jdate

Thursday, January 18th, 2007



Art Exhibit (A, C)
Ralph Rucci: The Art of Weightlessness
A retrospective of the work of the acclaimed fashion designer Ralph Rucci. This exhibit marks the twenty-fifth anniversary of his career in fashion. It includes approximately 100 of his garments including some suspended from the ceiling. An avid art collector and accomplished painter, Rucci often finds inspiration in paintings and sculpture. Pieces from his private collection ancient Khymer sculpture, Japanese painted screens and bamboo baskets, Indian sculpture, and contemporary art by Francis Bacon and Cy Twombly as well as paintings by Rucci himself will be displayed near the garments that they inspired.
@ The Museum at FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology)
227 West 27 Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues)
Free
For more information: fitnyc

Beer Tasting Party (F/D, E, P)
This event will feature 9 German imported draft beers with a delicious German 3-course dinner. The event is hosted by a beer specialist who will explain brewery methods, history and origins of each beer.
@ Loreley Restaurant and Biergarten
7 Rivington Street (between Bowery and Chrystie Street)
7p
Cost: $35
For more information and to sign up: loreley

Patience Higgins Performs (M)
Part of the Harlem Swings concert series
Higgins, a multi-reed instrumentalist known for his versatility, technical facility and fine tone on all his instruments. For Higgins, music is an expression of his humanity. And as a person with a highly developed social conscience, he recognizes the profound effect this mysterious thing called music has on each of us.
@ Nubian Heritage
2037 Fifth Avenue (@ 126th Street)
7p
Free
For more information: harlem

Friday, January 19th, 2007



Art Exhibit (A, C, E)
Jeffrey Fulvimari: A Piece of Fulvimari
For his first solo show in New York, Jeffrey Fulvimari is dishing up his gorgeous gals and charming witticisms on over 100 hand-illustrated paper plates. Jeffrey Fulvimari has been influencing the art and fashion worlds for over 10 years. Though he is most well known in the United States for illustrating Madonna's first children's book, The English Roses, his client list is extensive, including special projects with Louis Vuitton and up-and-coming Belgian designer Verlaine.
@ Gallery Hanahou
611 Broadway (between Bleeker and East Houston Streets ), Suite 730
Free
For more information: hanahou

OBW Farewell Party (P)
The entire staff at OBW would like to thank all of their loyal guests, patrons and friends for their unwavering support. Come and celebrate with them as they throw a farewell party.
@ OBW
20 West 38th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues)
Doors at open at 4p
For more information: obw

Andrew Sterman Group returns to Chelsea (A, C, M)
Andrew will premiere his newest compositions inspired by Himalayan art. Andrew Sterman (tenor saxophone) performs with Todd Reynolds (violin), Mick Rossi (piano), Kermit Driscoll (bass) and Tim Horner (drums).
@ Rubin Museum of Art
150 West 17th Street (between 6th and 7th Avenues)
7p
Cost: $15 in advance; $20 at door
For more information and to buy tickets: rma



Pillow Fight League (S)
Women in real fights! With pillows! And rules, regulations, a referee, judges, a point system - you literally will not believe your eyes these women are in it to win it. Already a hit wherever they appear in Canada, this is a historic event the first pillow fight league live event in America. You'll be treated to a full evening of fights. MATCHAmateurs can sign-up to fight on the night of the event."
thepfl@gmail.com.
@ Galapagos Art Space - back room
70 North 6th Street, (between Kent and Wythe), Williamsburg, Bklyn
8p
Cost: $15 in advance, $20 at door
For more information and to buy tickets: galapagos

Saturday, January 20th, 2007

Glitter and Doom: German Portraits from the 1920s (A, C, E)
Political, economic, and social turmoil shaped Germany’s short-lived Weimar Republic (1919–1933). These pivotal years also witnessed an incredibly creative period in German literature, art, music, film, theater, and architecture. In painting, a trend of matter-of-fact realism took hold. Disillusioned by the cataclysm of World War I, the most vital German artists moved towards what became known as a Neue Sachlichkeit (New Objectivity), in particular, a branch known as Verism. Looking soberly, cynically, and even ferociously at their fellow citizens, these artists found their true métier in portraiture, as seen in the 40 paintings and 60 works on paper featured in “Glitter and Doom.”
@ The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 Fifth Avenue (@ 82nd Street) - special exhibition galleries, 1st floor
Suggested admission: $20
For more information: met



Movie Screening: Gridiron Gang (F)
A group of teenage delinquents are give a second change to redeem themselves by playing football. It’s a season that will test their minds, spirit and bodies as the coach teaches his players the principles of good character, strength through resilience and genuine respect for their teammates.
@ Sony Wonder Tech Lab
550 Madison Avenue (@ 56th Street)
2p
Free, but reservations are necessary
Call 212.833.7858 for reservations, for more information: movies

Champagne School: Prestige Cuvees & Caviar (F/D, E)
Join us for what may be a once in a lifetime opportunity to taste four Prestige Cuvée Champagnes along with caviars from Petrossian. Prestige Cuvées mark the apex of champagne luxury, in quality as well as price, so take advantage of this rare opportunity to taste four examples in one sitting! We will walk you through a side-by-side tasting of Krug Grande Cuvée, Krug Vintage, Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame and Dom Perignon as an expert from Petrossian guides you through the tasting of four caviars.
@ Flute Midtown
205 West 54th Street (between 7th Avenue and Broadway)
6 - 7p
Cost: $99
For more information and to sign up: wineevents

Zane Campbell Performs (M)
A longtime member of the anti-folk bridage, Campbell swerves between fairly straightforward honky-tonk and more deconstructed psycho-techno hillbilly punk.
@ The Rodeo Bar
375 Third Avenue (corner 27th Street)
10p
For more information: rodeobar or zane

Sunday, January 21st, 2007

Singles Winter Hike: Terrace Pond (S)
Moderate 6 mile hike in northern NJ. Winter hiking has its own stark beauty, and you need to get out and experience it. We will gain hundreds of feet in elevation, you will sweat, and the trail will be rocky. This is not a trip for a first-time hiker. We keep a brisk pace, and there will be obstacles--streams to cross, logs in the trail, rocky paths.
Time: 9 - 5p (meet at 8:45 for check-in)
Meeting Place: 73rd Street and Broadway, NE corner (in front of Apple Bank)
Cost: $49
For more information and to sign up: outdoorbound
Save $5.00 - after signing up email: info@outdoorbound.com and let them know you found out about trip from Laura’s List.



Disco, Crisco, Twister (S)
The new, fun, co-ed game tournament. Featuring live rock and roll bands between the games. Come with your friends and compete with other teams for prizes. Games include: Twister, Truth or Dare Jenga, Hoola Hooping and Beer Relay Races.
@ Arlene’s Grocery
95 Stanton Street (between Allen and Ludlow Streets)
6p
Cost: $3 for women, $7 for men
For more information: disco

4th Annual GlobalFest (A, C, E, M)
12 artists from around the world on 3 stages. This event has beceome one of America’s leading showcases of global sounds, demonstrating the multiplicity of sounds and performance contexts that full under the ‘world music’ label.
@ Webster Hall
125 East 11th Street (between Lafayette Street and 3rd Avenue)
7p
Cost: $40
For more information: globalfest and to buy tickets: tickets

Monday, January 22nd, 2007

Come and Paint - Monday Night Crafting (S)
Come create, commune with other artists, an informal inspiring gathering. Talent optional, supplies available.
@ Stain Bar
766 Grand Street (between Avenue of the Puerto Rico and Humboldt Street), Brooklyn
5p
Free
For more information: stain

Key to Activities

A Art
C Cultural
D Dance
D/F Drink/Food
F Film
E Education
L Literature
M Music
NP Non-Profit
P Party
S Sport