Tuesday, April 1

• Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS: "Dining by Design Gala Dinner" at Skylight, 275 Hudson Street. Cocktails and table hopping followed by a seated dinner, dancing, and dessert. 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Tickets: $800. Details and purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, April 2

• City Lights Youth Theatre: "17th Annual Spring Benefit and Auction" honoring Whitney Tilson, founding member of Teach for America who will be introduced by Joel Klein, Chancellor of the New York City Department of Education at Tavern on the Green. 6:00 p.m. Cocktails, dinner, a live and silent auction, and entertainment from Broadway stars and the City Lights kids themselves. Stars and songs of the Broadway musical Forbidden Broadway. MC: Hoda Kotbe, co-anchor of NBC’s Today show. Business Attire. Tickets: $300. Details from 212-262-0200 folosunde@citylightsnyc.org.

Saturday, April 5

• Love Our Children USA: "Fifth Annual National Love Our Children Day" at Spotlight Live, 1604 Broadway. 12:00 Noon - 4:00 p.m.. Chair:  Elisabeth Hasselbeck. Hosted by Cameron Mathison. Interactive Comedy Improv for kids and parents by Comedian Walt Frasier. Kids Fashion Show by Kea + Joby. Kids, parents and celebrities appear in the spotlight and sing onstage together, accompanied by professional backup singers and dancers, and will appear on the Jumbotron in Times Square. Painting With Celebrities. Sing with celebrities: Elisabeth Hasselbeck, Cameron Mathison, Meredith Vieira, Ashleigh Banfield, Frank Grillo, and the New Menudo. Food and Beverages. Love Our Children USA's mission is to break the cycle of violence against children. Tickets: $125 per Adult/$75 per child (2 -18). (Tickets will not be sold at door.) Details from info@loveourchildrenusa.org or 212-629-2099.

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• For the benefit of Stoked Mentoring: "Art Auction" at Milk Gallery, 450 West 15th Street. 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Works by Francesco Clemente, Phil Frost, Richard Hambleton, David Hockney, Barry McGee, Tom Sachs, Swoon, William Wegman, and Kehinde Wiley. 6:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.: Reception. 6:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.: Silent auction. 8:30 p.m.: Live auction. Stoked Mentoring is a non-profit action sports organization for at-risk youth with the mission of developing Successful Teens with Opportunity, Knowledge, Experience, and Determination through the use of action sports and coaching. Tickets: $50. Details from jeff@freshpaved.com or 917-597-0054.

Sunday, April 6

• White Nights Foundation of America: "Kirov Ballet Gala." Performance at 3:00 p.m. followed by a champagne reception and dinner at Le Parker Meridien. Festive Attire. Tickets: $500 (limited availability). Details from 212-757-9632.

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• Jewish Child Care Association: "Ametz Adoption Program--14th Annual Infertility, Adoption and the Family Conference" from 8:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. at UJA Federation, 130 East 59th Street. Program for adoptive parents, adoptive parents-to-be, and adoption professionals. 50 internationally recognized experts will discuss current trends and developments in infertility and adoption. Includes keynote, full day of workshops, breakfast, lunch, and all materials. Tickets: By March 1, 2008: $135 one person/$185 two related persons; March 2-March 28, 2008: $165 one person/$215 two related persons; After March 28, 2008: $200 one person/$250 two related persons. Details from 212-558-9949 or ametz@jccany.org or purchase tickets online.

Monday, April 7

• Roundabout Theatre Company: "Spring Gala--Feeling Groovy: Pop Songs of the 60's" at Roseland Ballroom, with an original musical revue created by Tony Award winner Kathleen Marshall, featuring Broadway stars. Details from ashleyf@roundabouttheatre.org or 212-719-9393, ext. 319.

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• Morgan Library and Museum: "Benefit." celebrating "Pierpont Morgan and his Gilded Age" with a reception and dinner from 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Dessert and dancing at 9:30 p.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $2,000. Details from 212-590-0325.

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• The American-Scandinavian Foundation: "Annual Gala Dinner " celebrating the close bonds that exist between the U.S. and the Nordic nations. The Foundation will honor Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland, Jorma Ollila, Lasse Hallström, and Lena Olin. 6:30 p.m.: Cocktails. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner. Pierre Hotel. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-879-9779, ext.16 or gala@amscan.org.

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• Food Bank for New York City: "5th Annual Can-Do Awards Dinner" at Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers. Hosted by Stanley Tucci. Honorees include Gwyneth Paltrow and Helena Christensen. Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. followed by dinner, awards, a live auction and musical performances. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-249-6188.

Tuesday, April 8

• Children's Aid Society: "Rhinelander Children's Center's Annual Benefit" at Calle Ocho Restaurant, 446 Columbus Avenue. 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Tapas, cocktails, entertainment and an auction. Tickets: $125. Details from 212-876-0500 or pattyl@childrensaidsociety.org.

Wednesday, April 9

• FilmAid International: "2nd Annual Power of Film Gala" honoring individuals with philanthropic agendas at Capitale, 130 Bowery. Cocktails. Special musical performance and silent auction.  Dress:  Formal and Downtown Chic. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-647-1828 or FILMAIDbenefit@dalzell.com.

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• Ballet Tech: "Opening Night Gala" launching Ballet Tech's 2008 performance season. Cocktails will begin at 6:00 p.m. at Ballet Tech's studios at 890 Broadway; the performance will follow at 8:00 p.m. at the Joyce Theater and will feature four world premieres by Eliot Feld. All proceeds will benefit the tuition-free Ballet Tech School which auditions 25,000 and enrolls 800 public schools students from across New York City each year. Tickets: $300. Details from 212-777-7710, ext. 316.

Thursday, April 10

• Chamber Dance Project: "Women's Networking Luncheon--Creative Intrusions: Unleashing Creativity" at Midtown Executive Club, 40 West 45th Street. 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. Keynote Speaker and panel moderator, Mark DiMassimo, CEO and creative director of DiMassimo Goldstein (DIGO). CDP Artistic Director Diane Coburn Bruning and dancers will provide a creative intrusion during lunch. Tickets: $100 (in advance, $125 at the door). Details and purchase tickets online.

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• Fresh Air Fund: "Spring Fling" at Touch, 240 West 52nd Street, from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Sponsored open bar. Dancing. Hors d'oeuvres. Raffle. Event Chairs: Caroline Cummings, Jenna Dreher, Sabrina Mallick, Alden McNally and Scott Roslyn. Tickets: $100 (tickets will not be sold at the door). Details from 212-897-8900 or purchase tickets online.

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• International Center of Photography: "ICP Benefit Auction" at Phillips de Pury & Company, 450 West 15th Street. Silent Auction at 6:30 p.m. Live auction at 7:30 p.m. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Tickets: $75. Details from 212-857-0032 or purchase tickets online.

Saturday, April 12

• The New York City Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: "Walk MS 2008--11th Annual Walk MS " on Staten Island. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. and Walk MS starts at 10:30 a.m. Participants have a choice of a three (fully accessible), six or 10 mile route. Details from 212-463-9791, walkms@msnyc.org or online.

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• For the benefit of Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City: "Teenage Zombies: Invasion of the Alien Brain Thingys Launch Event"  at New York City’s Nintendo World, 10 Rockefeller Plaza. All proceeds from the event benefit BBBS of NYC. Noon - 4:00 p.m. Free.

Sunday, April 13

• The New York City Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: "Walk MS 2008--20th Annual Walk MS in Manhattan." Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. and Walk MS starts at 11:00 a.m. Participants have a choice of a three (fully accessible), six or 10 mile route. Details from 212-463-9791, walkms@msnyc.org or online.

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• Alpine Learning Group: "Comedy Central Presents--Night of Too Many Stars--An overbooked benefit for Autism Education" hosted by Jon Stewart at the Beacon Theatre. Performance and Post-show party. 8:00 p.m. Scheduled to appear include:  Matthew Broderick, Stephen Colbert, Tina Fey, Jonah Hill, Conan O'Brien, Adam Sandler, Sarah Silverman, Jon Stewart, and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog. Tickets: $1,250 ($104 for performance only). Details from 201-612-7800.

Monday, April 14

• Film Society of Lincoln Center: "2008 Gala Tribute" honoring Meryl Streep at Avery fisher Hall.  7:00 p.m.  Details (for benefit only) from 212-875-5630.

Tuesday, April 15

• City Harvest: "14th Annual Practical Magic Ball" at Cipriani 42nd Street, hosted by Rob Morrison, co-anchor of WNBC's Today in New York. Cocktails and silent auction: 6:30 p.m. Dinner and live auction: 7:30 p.m. Details from 917-351-8700 or purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, April 16

• The Tycher Family Foundation for the benefit of The Fisher House Foundation: "Benefit Event" at Church Lounge, the Tribeca Grand Hotel. 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. The Tycher Family Foundation Foundation selects one charity annually and underwrites an event that will raise awareness and provide the charity with 100% of the funds raised. This year's beneficiary is the Fisher House Foundation, which supports America's military in their time of need. They provide "a home away from home" that enables family members to be close to a loved one at the most stressful times. Details from 212-967-6900 or danielle@lawlormediagroup.com.

Thursday, April 17

• Studio Museum In Harlem: "Spring Benefit Luncheon" at the Mandarin Oriental. Details from 646-707-3881 or eboni@gatesconsultinggroup.com.

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• Health Corps: "Enchanted Garden Gala 2008" at the Hammerstein Ballroom. 6:00 p.m. Cocktails, dinner and a special program. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 212-742-2875 or benefit@healthcorps.net.

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• Orpheus Chamber Orchestra: "Annual Gala" at One East 60th Street. An evening of Hungarian themed music. 6:30 p.m.:  Cocktails in the Grand Foyer. A private concert at 7:30 p.m. follows, with members of Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. The program includes works by Sandor Veress, Haydn, Brahms, and Bartok. Seated dinner at 8:30 p.m. The gala honorees are Daisy and Paul Soros. Gala Co-Chairs are Noreen and Kenneth Buckfire; and Liz and Frank Newman. Black Tie. Tickets: $1,000 (limited availability). Details from 212-896-1714.

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• Road Recovery: "Crazy James Concert" at the Nokia Theater. Concert and "meet and greet." Tickets: $150 ($60 for concert only). Details from 866-448-7849 or purchase tickets online.

Monday, April 21

• 2econd Stage Theatre: "Spring Gala--Pro-Am Night." 6:30 p.m.: Cocktails. 7:15 p.m.: Pro/Am Performance. 8:00 p.m.: Dinner. Hammerstein Ballroom. Cocktail Attire. Tickets: $1,250. Details from 212-787-8302, ext. 113.

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• The Drawing Center: "2008 Gala" celebrating the exhibition "Frederick Kiesler: Co-Realities, and honoring Kara Walker. Exhibition Preview at 6:00 p.m. Cocktails and dinner at 7:00 p.m. Tickets: $750. Details from 212-868-8450, ext. 209.

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• Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club: "36th Annual Kips Bay 2008 Decorator Show House--Presidents Preview Dinner." Dinner Chairman: Joan O'Connor. Gala Chairmen: Mario Buatta, Ellie Cullman, Dolly Lenz and Charlotte Moss. Champagne Reception: from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Decorator Show House at Manhattan House, 200 East 66th Street. Dinner at 7:30 p.m. at One East 60th Street. Tickets: $750. Details from 212-935-1558, ext. 124 or vcoleman@hwpr.com.

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• African Rainforest Conservancy: "17th Annual Artists for Africa Benefit" honoring Gloria Flora, U.S. environmentalist, at the Bowery Hotel, 335 Bowery. 7:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception. Dinner. Awards. Live Auction by Sotheby's. After dinner party in the Fireplace Room at 9:00 p.m. Details from 212-431-5508, emily@africarainforest.org or purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, April 22

• The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research: "Le Reve: Indulge the Dream" at the Puck Building. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Glamour casino evening. Food, open bar, dancing, gift bags, poker parlor and flappers, in an authentic 1920s atmosphere. Tickets: $150. Details from 646-467-4406 or purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, April 23

• Design Cares for the benefit of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: "A Night of a Thousand Lights" at Roseland Ballroom. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Runway show featuring Marchesa. Restaurant, wine and spirits tasting. Silent Auction. Music and dancing. Creative Cocktail Dress. Tickets: $150 ($200 after April 1; $225 at the door). Details from 212-239-3239 or caroline.gould@stjude.org.

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• Friends of Freie Universität Berlin: "2008 Transatlantic Bridge Award" honoring Paul A. Volcker, Former Chairman of the Board of Governors of the United States Federal Reserve System, at Cipriani 42nd Street. Cocktails: 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Dancing: 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $500 ($150 for young professionals, 35 and under/alumni). Details and purchase tickets online.

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• North Shore Animal League: "Loft Fundraiser" at SoHo, 49 Howard Street (between Broadway & Mercer Street). Cocktails. Food. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Suggested Donation: $50.00. Details from 646-272-9842 or AprilBenefitNSAL@gmail.com.

Thursday April 24

• Lenox Hill Neighborhood House: "Once Upon a Time…" featuring the Designer Tables Showcase, at the Park Avenue Armory. Park Avenue at 67th Street. The evening will begin with cocktails from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. The night will continue with dinner at tables decorated by New York's top designers to reflect the evening's theme. The Gala Chair is Diana Quasha. The Honorary Chairs are Audrey Gruss and Sydney R. Shuman. The Dinner Chairs are Sara and Charles Ayres, Ingrid and Thomas J. Edelman and Amie and Tony James. The Design Co-Chairs are Albert Hadley and Harry Heissmann. The Honorary Design Chairs are Bunny Williams and John Rosselli. Tickets $200 (for cocktails)/$1,000 (for dinner). Details from 212-835-9700.

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• Jeffrey Modell Foundation : "2008 Spring Ahead Gala" honoring Jeff Blau, president of Related Companies, at Cipriani 42nd Street. The Gala will begin with cocktails at 7:00 p.m. and dinner will be served at 8:00 p.m. Gala Chairmen:  Stephen Ross, CEO of Related Companies. Hosted by Vicki and Fred Modell. The Foundation is a multi-faceted global nonprofit foundation devoted to the early and precise diagnosis, meaningful treatment, and ultimately cure of PI, and is focused on physician education, public awareness, and clinical and basic research to better understand and treat these immunodeficiencies. Gentlemen:  Business Attire; Ladies:  Festive Cocktail Attire. Tickets: $1000 ($500 for young friends 35 and under). Details from 212-819-0200 or asylvestri@JMFWorld.org.

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• Harlem Academy: "5th Annual Spring Benefit" from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at the Powerhouse at the American Museum of Natural History, 79th Street and Columbus Avenue. Live and silent auctions. Refreshments. Live entertainment. Special guests: Soledad O'Brien of CNN and Sway of MTV. Harlem Academy is a non-profit elementary school. Details from 212-348-2600 or purchase tickets online.

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• International Myeloma Foundation: "Third Annual Music Against Myeloma" at the Cutting Room, 19 West 24th Street. Special performances, complimentary sponsored drinks, and epicurean delights. 7:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m. Entertainment:  Amanda Thorpe, Rachel Platten, Avi Wisnia, Lost in October, & Holtz. Tickets: $40 ($30 before April 6; $50 at the door). Details and purchase tickets online.

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• Auditory Oral School of New York: "Committee Cocktail Party Kickoff for 2008 Fred & Adele Astaire Awards Gala" at Elaine's, 1703 Second Avenue. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. This year's awards which honor excellence in dance on Broadway and film will take place at Manhattan Center Studios on June 2.  Kickoff Party by invitation only. Details from 212-655-9377 or jd@auditoryoral.org.

Friday, April 25

• St. George's Society Of New York: "The English Ball" at the Rainbow Room. Details from 212-682-6110 or vicki.downey@stgeorgessociety.org.

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• Riverkeeper: "Go Green Expo Gala Awards Dinner" at the Hilton NY, Grand Ballroom. Menu created by Rachael Ray. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $500. Details from AChamberlain@Riverkeeper.org or 914-478-4501, ext. 232 or purchase tickets online.

Sunday, April 27

• New Museum: "Spring Gala" at Cipriani 42nd Street. Cocktails. Dinner. Entertainment. Tickets: $1,500 (limited availability). Details from 212-219-1222.

Monday, April 28

• Fountain House: "Close to the Vest: Men and Depression" fifth annual symposium and luncheon honoring Massachusetts state Senator Robert A. Antonioni. The event will feature a panel discussion by acclaimed experts in the fields of mental and health research, treatment, and public policy: Gerard Senacora, MD, PhD; Dennis S. Charney, MD; and Philip Burguieres. Registration at 11:30 a.m. Symposium and Luncheon at 12 noon. Tickets: $350. Details from 212-874-5457.

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• For the benefit of the Alzheimer's Association: "Voices Remember" an intimate musical cabaret and schmooze fest. Featured will be voice-over actors  Don LaFontaine, Valerie Smaldone, and Rodd Houston, as well as vocalist Phoebe Snow, and singer Bobbie Eakes. Tickets: $525. Details from 212-269-0700, ext. 14.

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• New York Pops: "25th Birthday Gala" at Carnegie Hall. 7:00 p.m. Details from 212-888-7003 (concert only tickets from 212-247-7800).

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• ArtsConnection: "2008 Benefit Celebration" at the Mandarin Oriental. Cocktails begin at 7:00 p.m. Dinner and program at 8:00 p.m. The gala’s special guest is Tony Award winning playwright, actor and poet Sarah Jones. The event will honor New York City Schools Chancellor Joel I. Klein and New York artist George Condo. ArtsConnection is chaired by Linda LeRoy Janklow. The benefit is co-chaired by Susanna Aaron and Gary Ginsberg, Andrea and Marc Glimcher, and Lisa and Richard Plepler. ArtsConnection brings arts programming to over 120 New York City public schools. Tickets: $750. Details from 212-245-6570 or marianneh@eventassociates.com.

Tuesday, April 29

• New York City Ballet: "Spring Gala." Cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m. Performance at 7:00 p.m. followed by the Supper Ball on the Promenade of the theater. Dinner and dancing. Tickets: $1,500 (limited availability). Details from 212-870-5585.

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• Schneider Children’s Medical Center of Israel: "World Premiere of Glen Roven’s The Runaway Bunny" at Carnegie Hall’s Stern Auditorium. 7:30 p.m. Performed by the American Symphony Orchestra with guest narrator Brooke Shields and internationally renowned violinist Ittai Shapira, The Runaway Bunny is a contemporary concert piece for violin, reader and orchestra. Details from 212-759-3370 or 212-247-7800 for concert only (concert tickets from $50).

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• Rattlestick Playwrights Theater: "Steve & Idi--Special Preview Party" beginning with wine and hors d'oeuvres at 6:30 p.m. at Agave Restaurant, 140 7th Avenue South, followed by an 8:00 p.m. performance at the Rattlestick Theater, 224 Waverly Place. Tickets: $100. Details and purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, April 30

• Girls Quest: "2008 Benefit--April in Paris" at the Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 27th Street. 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. VIP Reception at 5:45 p.m. Silent auction. Cocktails, dinner and live entertainment. Girls Quest's mission is to nurture girls from low-income families in New York to help them achieve their full potential and become active members of their communities by building academic and social competence. Tickets: $200. Details from 212.532.7050 or clewin@girlsquest.org.

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• Financial Women's Association for the benefit of the FWA of New York Educational Fund: "2008 Annual Dinner and the Women of the Year Awards" at the Grand Hyatt New York, Grand Ballroom. Reception: 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Dinner: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Women of the Year Public / Nonprofit Sector Honoree: Evelyn H. Lauder, Senior Corporate Vice President of the Estee Lauder Companies and Founder and Chairman of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Private Sector Honoree: Christine A. Poon, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Worldwide Chairman of the Pharmaceuticals Group at Johnson & Johnson. The FWA of New York Educational Fund provides mentoring, college scholarships, and professional development for New York City students pursuing degrees in business or finance; financial literacy education for teens and economically disadvantaged adults; and professional development and educational programs for the business community. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-533-2141, ext. 301 or purchase tickets online.

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• American Cancer Society: "3rd Annual Taste of Hope" at the Puck Building. 7:30 p.m. (6:30 p.m. for VIP tickets). Tasting, open bar and gift bag. Business Casual Attire. Tickets: $150. Details and purchase tickets online.

Monday, April 7

• Roundabout Theatre Company: "Spring Gala--Feeling Groovy: Pop Songs of the 60's" at Roseland Ballroom, with an original musical revue created by Tony Award winner Kathleen Marshall, featuring Broadway stars. Details from ashleyf@roundabouttheatre.org or 212-719-9393, ext. 319.

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• Morgan Library and Museum: "Young Associates After Party" celebrating "Pierpont Morgan and his Gilded Age." Dessert and dancing at 9:30 p.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $250. Details from 212-590-0325.

Thursday, April 10

• New York A.I.R. Society for Asthma, Immunology, and Respiratory Medicine for the benefit of National Jewish Medical and Research Center: "The Sky's the Limit" at the Skylight Ballroom of the Puck Building. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Open Bar. Casino. Games. DJ. Silent Auction. Tickets: $125 ($25 more at the door). Details from 212-297-0857.

Friday, April 11

• New York Junior League: "2008 Spring Auction--'The Future is Green'" benefiting the Playground Improvement Project, at Capitale, 130 Bowery. Cocktail reception. Hors d'oeuvres. Open bar. Dancing. Live and silent auction. Free admission to an after-party at Marquee. 8:00 p.m. – midnight. Tickets: $135 (in advance for the general public; $115 in advance for NYJL volunteers (limit of two tickets); $150 at the door). Details and purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, April 16

• New Yorkers for Children Friends Committee: "Spring Dinner Dance--A Fool's Fête" at the Mandarin Oriental. Details from 212-294-3580. Tickets: $500.

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• New York Junior Chapter of the Jackson Lab's National Council: "Cocktail Reception" at D'Or, 204 West 55th Street. 6:00 p.m.-8:15 p.m. Open bar and hors d'oeuvres. Special Guest, Mary E. Hatten, Ph.D.  Frederick P. Rose Professor and Head, Laboratory of Development and Neurobiology, the Rockefeller University. Member, Board of Scientific Overseers, The Jackson Laboratory. Tickets: $30 (in advance; $40 at the door, space permitting). Details and purchase tickets online.

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• Young Professionals Committee of the American Red Cross in Greater New York: "Red Hot" a night of cocktails and dancing to celebrate the Red Cross, at Pop Lounge, 14 East 58th Street. Tickets: $75. Details from 212-875-2011 or purchase tickets online.

Friday, April 18

• New York Harbor Sailing Foundation: "Thirteenth Annual Sailors Ball" at the Down Town Association, 60 Pine Street. Open Bar. Light hors d'oeuvres. 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $95 (on or before April 15; $120 thereafter). Details and purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, April 23

• Get Together Foundation for the Children: "Annual Spring Gala" at Marquee from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Details to follow.

Thursday, April 24

• Children's Aid Society Associates Council: "Spring Fling Happy Hour" from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Maya Lounge, 14 East 33rd Street. Light refreshments, drink specials and door prizes. Minimum donation of $10 at the door. Must be 21 or over. Details from pamelad@childrensaidsociety.org.

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• For the benefit of Medecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors Without Borders: "Touch the Lives of Others" at Touch, 240 West 52nd Street. 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Live Performance. DJ. Fashion Show. Tickets: $20. Details from mednikevents@gmail.com.

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Master Calendar of Charity Benefits, Parties & Events in New York

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