Happenings for Week of February 19th

Week of February 19th, 2007



The 15th Annual City Bakery Hot Chocolate Festival (D/F)
City Bakery
3 West 18th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues)
Cost: $4.50 ($5 with marshmallow)
For Festival Calendar of Flavors: chocolate

Monday, February 19th, 2007 (Presidents Day)

Ed Koch talks…(code: T-BL5LA03-01) (C, E)
The funny, irreverent and always original Ed Koch discusses New York news and his own identity as a Jewish New Yorker and politician. Koch was mayor of New York for three terms, from 1978-89. He is a partner in the law firm Bryan Cave, LLP, and hosts a call-in program on Bloomberg Radio. In 2004, Koch was appointed chairman of the United States delegation to the Conference on Anti-Semitism sponsored by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. In 2005, he was appointed to the United States Holocaust Memorial Council. Koch is the author of numerous books.
92nd Street Y
1395 Lexington Avenue (@ 92nd Street)
8:15p
$25
For more information and to sign up: 92y

Jazz by Candlelight (A, M)
Showcasing manhattan school of music student jazz combos. There will be complimentary snacks and beverages.
Manhattan School of Music - Mitzi Newhouse Pavilion
601 West 122nd Street (at Broadway)
7:30p
Free
For more information: msmnyc

Off The Top (A, C, D, M)
A burlesque improv and tribute show, is one part tribute and one part improvisation. Part One is all tribute numbers.What will New York's finest burlesque performers bring to the stage? Part Two is all never before seen burlesque acts created "Off The Top" of our heads. You'll choose our song, a prop, and a theme at the beginning of the show! By the end of the night we'll have a Burlesque act created especially for you!
Galapagos Art Space - Front Room
70 North 6th Street (between Kent and Wythe Avenues)
9:30p
$5
For more information and to buy tickets: galapagos

Tuesday, February 20th, 2007 (Mardi Gras)

Opening Exhibit and Artist’s Reception: Roma (A, D/F)
Photographs by Emanuela Gardner
@ NYU - Casa Italiana Zerilli - Marimo
24 West 12th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues)
6p
Free
For more information: nyu

JLB (Junior League of Brooklyn) presents: A Mardi Gras Party (F/D, NP, P)
100% of the proceeds from raffles and food sales will be donated to the Junior League of New Orleans to help fund their rebuilding efforts in the New Orleans area.
@ Fat Tuesday
131 Atlantic Avenue (between Clinton and Henry Streets)
6:30p
Free
For more information: brooklyn



Come party New Orleans style with the Dirty Water Dogs (A, C, D, F/D, M)
The Dirty Water Dogs (named after the mystery morsels that are vended on street corners in their native New York City) are somewhat of a roots rock supergroup. Being a hybrid of the swamp rock monsters Loup Garou and folk heroes 5 Chinese Brothers, the Dirty Water Dogs perform a mix of rollicking zydeco blues, cajun and heartfelt originals. With Neil Thomas on accordion and vocals, Homeboy Steve on guitar and vocals, Skip Ward on Dirty Water Doghouse bass and abetted by Tom Tom Club percussionist Bruce Martin, the Dirty Water Dogs are sure to knock your socks off.
@ Acme
9 Great Jones Street (between Lafayette and Broadway)
7p
Free
For more information: dirtywaterdogs

Come celebrate Mardi Gras in Brooklyn (A, C, D, F/D, M)
2 Floors of Mardi Gras celebration. A benefit to aid the musicians of New Orleans.
Featuring: Snuggle T and the Huggs, Blue Vipers of Brooklyn
M Shanghai String Band,The Dansettes, Stephane Wrembel
Hungry March Band, The World Famous Pontani Sisters and more.
Doors open @ 6p, Bands start @ 7p
@ Union Hall
702 Union Street (off of 5th Avenue) Park Slope, Brooklyn
$12
For more information: mardigras

Wednesday, February 21st, 2007 (Ash Wednesday)



Boxing and Beer (F/D, E, S)
Going stir crazy this winter? Come work out your aggression in a fun group boxing training class. We are going way downtown, to one of New York's most esteemed old-school boxing gyms, Trinity Boxing. When done boxing, we'll loosen up around the corner in O'Hara's Downtown Restaurant & Pub. We'll throw down pints of Sam Adams, Coors or Yuengling, or well drinks.
@ Trinity Boxing Gym
110 Greenwich Street (between Carlisle and Rector Streets)
Boxing Start time: 6p, Beer & Chow: 7:30p
$45
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.

Book Discussion with Michael Eric Dyson
Whether chronicling the class conflict in the African American community or exposing the failings of the government response in the wake of Hurricane Katrina Michael Eric Dyson has never shied away from controversy. No stranger to intellectual combat, Dyson has always been ready to engage friends and foes alike in open conversation about the issues that matter. Debating Race collects many of Dyson's most memorable encounters and most poignant arguments.
@ Borders
10 Columbus Circle (@ 59th Street)
7p
Free
For more information: border

Get Ready for Tax Day on a Mac (E)
Experience the power and ease of QuickBooks Pro 2007 for Mac at the apple store. Join our business consultant and a certified QuickBooks proadvisor as we show you how you can create estimates, pay bills and track expenses quickly, easily and accurately with this all-in-one solution.
The Apple Store
767 Fifth Ave (@ 59th Street)
7p
Free
For more information: apple

Scott's Single Malt Seminar (CLS022107) (E, F/D)
Morrell & Co. will host a Scotch seminar with Brian Dvoret from The Speyside. The seminar will be a tour of Scotland through old and rare single malts presented by one of the world's foremost Scotch experts. This is a wonderful opportunity for all those single malt fans as well as those wishing to expand their knowledge of this fascinating beverage, which to many is a way of life.
@ The Morrell Store
1 Rockefeller Plaza, 49th Street (between 5th and 6th Avenues)
7:30 until 9p
$45 ($20 of that price redeemable towards the purchase of a bottle that night - with the exception of The Speyside 12 year).
Space is very limited.
For more information and to sign up: morrell

Lorraine Leckie and Her Demons Performs (A, M)
She is a no-nonsense singer/songwriter whose music combines honest, heartfelt poetry with beautiful, simple melodies, all performed with an attitude that's hard as nails and barely concealing of an aching vulnerability just below the surface.
@ RockWood Music Hall
196 Allen Street (Between East Houston and Stanton Streets)
9p
Free
For more information: lorraine


Thursday, February 22nd, 2007



Have your Portrait taken as part of the High Line Portrait Project (A, C, E)
A new FHL (Friends of the Highline) project to create and publicly exhibit portraits of High Line friends and supporters. Photographer, Tom Kletecka will photograph High Line supporters in front of a Joel Sternfeld High Line backdrop. Selected portraits will then be displayed around the High Line Neighborhood, mounted to the construction fencing surrounding nearby developments. Portraits will also be archived on a special Web site and possibly used in a publication. Each participant will receive a copy of his/her portrait to keep.
@ Chelsea Market - public corridor
75 Ninth Avenue (between 15th and 16th Avenue)
12 - 6p
Free
For more information: thehighline
To RSVP to schedule a time email: rsvp@thehighline.org

Coming In From the Cold (E)
No T.V.? No video games? No radio? Ever wonder what folks in the past did during winter? Come play historic indoor games, help build and repair toys and tools and view our special winter exhibit of winter tools, historic dolls and other toys.
@ Prospect Park - Lefferts Historic House (located at the Children's Corner, inside the Park's Willink Entrance) @ the intersection of Flatbush and Ocean Avenues and Empire Boulevard
12 - 4p
Free.
For more information: prospectpark

Movie Screening: The Host (A, C, F)
The talk of the 2006 Cannes International Film Festival and the latest film from critically acclaimed visionary director Bong Joon-ho, The Host has already garnered a substantial amount of international buzz. Utilizing state-of-the-art special effects, The Host is both a creature-feature thrill ride and a poignant human drama. Director Bong wrote and directed Barking Dogs Never Bite (2001) and Memories of Murder (2003). In 2006, his third feature film, The Host, was selected for the Directors' Fortnight at the Cannes Film Festival. Guest Speaker Ms. Hyun-Ock Im will briefly introduce the film and lead a discussion after the movie.
ImaginAsia Theatre
239 East 59th Street (between 2nd & 3rd Avenues)
6:30p
Free, though RSVP strongly recommended
For more information: koreanculture
and to RSVP call: 212.759.9550

Wine Tasting (D/F, E)
Soil, Sauvignon Blanc, and Saumur: The Loire Valley Demystified…
Hoping to coax legions of drinkers to enjoy more Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and Pinot Noir, this class has so much to offer wine lovers. Some of the most exciting wine values in the world come from the Loire Valley, yet at the same time, some of the most expensive and rare wines also come from the Loire. Taste both, and discover why so many sommeliers, wine writers, and collectors live under the spell that is the Loire Valley.
@ Chelsea Wine Vault
@ The Chelsea Market
75 Ninth Avenue (between 15th and 16th Streets)
6 - 8p
$50, please RSVP by calling 212-462-4244
For more information: chelsea

Caribbean Dialogue Series:
"Exploring Bob Marley’s place as Jamaica’s 8th National Hero" (C, E, M)
More than 25 years after his passing, many people are asking, “Is it time yet that Bob Marley be made an official national hero of his native Jamaica?” However this is a subject rife with controversy for there are those who contend, while important, Marley’s contributions are not seminal enough to elevate him to that high status. Through dialogue, in this the month of his birth, the arguments for and against Marley’s ultimate place in the annals of Jamaican history will be explored.
Brooklyn Public Library (Central Library) - Trustees Room
Grand Army Plaza (between Washington and Atlantic Avenues)
7p
Free
For more information: brooklyn

Friday, February 23rd, 2007



Artists Talk on Art presents: Andy Warhol: The Legacy (A, C, E)
Marking the 20th anniversary of Andy Warhol’s death, this panel will discuss his legacy as an artist, trendsetter and benefactor of the arts. Moderated by Artists Talk on Art Chairman and founder, Doug Sheer, the panelists include Vincent Freeman, curator of Gagosian Gallery’s recent "Cast a Cold Eye: The Late Work of Andy Warhol"; Donald Sheridan, former silkscreen printer for Warhol; and Brian Appel, contributing writer for ArtCritical.com.
School of Visual Arts - Amphitheater
209 East 23 Street (@ 3rd Avenue), 3rd floor
7p
$7
For more information: school

Drag Queen Puppet Bingo (A, S)
With your Queen of the Tumbling Balls, Greta Green
assisted by Joe Kovacs
@ View Bar
232 8th Avenue (between 21st and 22nd Streets)
7:30p
Free
For more information: view



Lost Highway (A, C, F, M)
Olga Neuwirth’s haunting opera adapted from the cult film by David Lynch is at once a mystery and a thriller. Her moody and mysterious opera combines live musicians, singers, actors, electronics, and video a full arsenal of stagecraft to bring Lynch’s film to life with gripping immediacy. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience some of Neuwirth’s best music to date.
@ Miller Theatre - Columbia University
2960 Broadway (@ 116th Street)
8p
$35
For more information and to buy tickets: miller

Saturday, February 24th, 2007

STORYlines//Narrative In Drawing (A, C)
This exhibit explores the art of the visual narrative by presenting new and recent work from four emerging to mid-career artists of exceptional promise. With popular culture constantly penetrating more deeply into the once distinct realm of the fine arts, narrative forms such as comics, movies and television are exerting increased influence on the work of visual artists. Stories are, and have always been, the glue that binds culture together, and hence they are sources of a common visual language that can help us make sense of who we are.
The Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art
Snug Harbor Cultural Center
1000 Richmond Terrace (@ Snug Harbor Road), Staten Island
$3
For more information: snug



The NY Times Travel Show - The Ultimate Travel Experience (E)
Get ready to see the world and plan your next trip.
Explore hundreds of the most intriguing destinations and adventures, from Caribbean cruises, Asian hotspots, and European capitals,to spa vacations and places ideal for ecotourism. Save on incredible trips with special offers you won’t find anywhere else.
Enjoy live cultural entertainment and special performances. Meet best-selling travel authors.
@ Jacob Javits Convention Center
655 West 34th Street (@ 12th Avenue)
10 - 7p and Sunday 10 - 5p
American Express card members receive $5 off the regular ticket price of $15. Please use the code: NYTTSA3
For more information and to buy tickets: travel

ScopeNew York: International Contemporary Art Fair (A, C, E)
Scope has built a reputation as the art fair that launches important young galleries and artists, making it the resource for established and burgeoning collectors, museum and corporate curators, and the general public. The fair distinguishes itself by upholding its unique tradition of requiring each exhibitor to focus on the work of one contemporary artist or to curate a focused statement. In addition to presenting cutting-edge work by emerging artists, Scope presents a full program of VIP events, children’s programs, grants and awards, video and film screenings, and art performances. There will be a shuttle between this venue and The Armory Show.
@ Damrosch Park, Lincoln Center
62nd Street (between Amsterdam and Columbus Avenues)
10 - 8p
$10
For more information: scope

The Armory Show: The International Fair of New Art (A, C, E)
This is the world's leading art fair devoted exclusively to contemporary art. In its 9th annual exhibition, The Armory Show 2007 will present 148 international galleries, including many of the most important contemporary dealers showcasing new art from around the world. New York is home to more collectors, galleries, critics and artists than any other city in the world. This February, they will be joined by many thousands of their peers from around the globe making New York the true center of the international art world.
@ Pier 94
Twelfth Avenue at 55th Street
12 - 8p (hours same for Sunday)
$20
For more information: armory

After Hours in Brooklyn (A, C, E)
Williamsburg Galleries Open Until 11p
For more information and listing of galleries: williamsburg

Travel Essay: Documentary Photography Exhibition (A, C )
Featuring Pavan Carter, Phillipe Dollo, William Harmon, Marcia Lloyd, Ocean Morisett and Geralyn Shukwit
@ Harriet’s Alter Ego Gallery
293 Flatbush Avenue (between St. Marks Avenue and Prospect Place), Brooklyn
Free
For more information: harriet

Sunday, February 25th, 2007



Singles Ice Climbing (S)
This great workout will be even more exhilirating as you learn new climbing skills in the midst of beautiful hanging icicles and snow.
This trip is appropriate for avid climbers as well as first-timers; we will have a number of courses and climbing guides to coach each ability level.
$169
Time: 7:30 - 7p (meet at 7:15 for check-in)
Meeting Place: 73rd Street and Broadway, NE corner (in front of Apple Bank)
Cost: $85
For more information and to sign up: outdoorbound
Save $5 - after signing up email: info@outdoorbound.com and let them know you found out about trip from Laura’s List.

Rangers Tour Series: North Woods Eco Hike (E, S)
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an Eco Hike to discover environmental diversity and discuss the challenges faced by urban parks.
@ The Charles A. Dana Discovery Center
Inside the Park at 110th Street (between Fifth and Lenox Avenues)
1p
Free
For more information: centralpark



Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade (A, C, M, P)
The largest winter parade on the East Coast, and an international media event, this colorful spectacle features floats, marching bands, lion and dragon dancers, antique cars, beauty queens, Asian musical performers, magicians, acrobats, elected officials and local organizations. Over 5,000 individuals will participate, parading down every major street in Chinatown. After the parade, at 3:00 p.m., an outdoor cultural festival will take place on Bayard Street featuring performances by musicians, dancers, and martial artists on a large stage.
Major streets of Chinatown: Mott, East Broadway, Allen, Grand and Chrystie. Best viewing spot: Allen Street (between Canal and Grand Streets)
1 - 5p
Free
For more information: chinatown

CD Release Party (A, C, M)
Starring Michael Nash
Sounds like a cross between Tom Waits and Leonard Cohen.
@ Three of Cups - downstairs (@ Lounge)
83 First Avenue (@ 5th Street)
9p
Free

Monday, February 26th, 2007

James M. McPherson discusses his new book: The Mighty Scourge (C, E)
In this collection of provocative and illuminating essays, McPherson offers fresh insight into many of the most enduring questions about one of the defining moments in our nation's history. McPherson sheds light on topics large and small, from the average soldier's avid love of newspapers to the postwar creation of the mystique of a Lost Cause in the South. Readers will find insightful pieces on such intriguing figures as Harriet Tubman, John Brown, Jesse James, and William Tecumseh Sherman, and on such vital issues such as Confederate military strategy, the failure of peace negotiations to end the war, and the realities and myths of the Confederacy. This Mighty Scourge includes several never-before-published essays pieces on General Robert E. Lee's goals in the Gettysburg campaign, on Lincoln and Grant in the Vicksburg campaign, and on Lincoln as Commander-in-Chief. In that capacity, Lincoln invented the concept of presidential war powers that are again at the center of controversy today.
@ Barnes and Noble
2289 Broadway (@ 82nd Street)
7p
Free
For more information: bn

Key to Activities

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