Saturday, May 1

• Entertainment Industry Foundation: "Revlon Run/Walk For Women." Details online.

Sunday, May 2

• National Yiddish Theatre: "Folksbiene's Annual Gala 2010--Celebrating Yiddish:  From the Golden Land to the Promised Land" featuring Chava Alberstein. Masters of Ceremonies:  Fyvush Finkel and Eleanor Reissa. Performance begins at 7:00 p.m. Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center. Tickets: $50. Details from 212-213-2120 or online.

Monday, May 3

• For the benefit of Career Transitions for Dancers: "2010 Fred and Adele Astaire Awards Nominations" which will be announced by award winning actor Richard Thomas. Cocktail reception at Elaine’s from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.  Marysia and Joseph Botkier, Carolyn and Ron Bucther and Patricia Watt will host the event. This year’s Douglas Watt Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to director and choreographer, Kenny Ortega. The awards recognize recognize excellence in dance on both stage and film. The Awards Gala will take place on Monday, June 7.

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• African Rainforest Conservancy: "19th Annual Artists for Africa Benefit" at the Stephan Weiss Studio, 711 Greenwich Street, from 6:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Details and purchase tickets online.

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• New England Society: “Founders’ Day Celebration” annual cocktail dance, from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at the Racquet and Tennis Club, 370 Park Avenue. Music by the Alex Donner Orchestra. Full open bar and gourmet buffet. The Society is one of the oldest societies in New York, established 1805. Tickets $150 ( $135 for NES members). Details from valerie@nesnyc.org or 212-752-1938.

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• New York Pops: "27th Birthday Gala" starting with a 7:00 p.m. concert at Carnegie Hall followed by a dinner dance at the Plaza Hotel. Black Tie. Tickets: $1,000. Details and purchase tickets online.

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• Elevator Repair Service: "American Fiction: Loved, Banned, and Mythologized" an evening of readings with live sound score. Reception with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. New York Society for Ethical Culture, 2 West 64th Street. Readers: Fred Armisen, Frankie Faison Frances McDormand, Lili Taylor, and ERS company members Vin Knight and Susie Sokol. Curated by Paul Muldoon. Hosted by Oskar Eustis. Elevator Repair Service, a theater ensemble, was founded by director John Collins and a group of actors in 1991. Tickets: $120 ($50 for performance only). Details from 718-783-1905 or purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, May 4

• Friends Committee of Inner-City Scholarship Fund: "Annual Gala" from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Cipriani 42nd Street. Tickets: $500 per person.

Wednesday, May 5

• Women’s Committee of the Central Park Conservancy: "28th Annual Frederick Law Olmsted Awards Luncheon" from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Central Park's Conservatory Garden, Fifth Avenue at 105th Street. Co-Chairs: Noreen Buckfire, Anne Harrison, Marcia Mishaan, and Sarah Robertson. Corporate Chairman: Thomas Glocer. Honorees: Betsy Messerschmitt and Patsy and Jeff Tarr.  Tickets: $750 (by invitation only). Details from 212-310-6618 or wvanraalte@centralparknyc.org.

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• Sallie Foundation for the benefit of Teen Screen & The Columbia University Psychiatric Department: "Dinner Reception" honoring David Shaffer, MD at City Winery, 155 Varick Street. 6:00 p.m.: Cocktails. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.: Dinner, entertainment, raffle and live auction. Special Performance by The Hypnotic Brass Ensemble. Business Attire. Details from 646-487-3123 or drosen@bccny.com.

Thursday, May 6

• The Civilians: "Spring Benefit 2010:  It's Not Easy, Being Green" at 7:00 p.m. at Kiss & Fly Club, 409 West 13th Street. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, an original Civilians' performance, and dancing. The theme is the environment, in connection with its upcoming workshop of the great immensity.  Details online.

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• Diabetes Research Institute: "D.R.E.a.M.S. in the City" at Capitale from 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Tickets: $400 ($200 for junior guests (under 35)). Details from 212-888-2217, dreams@drif.org or online.

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• ArtsConnection: "30th Anniversary" at 6:30 p.m. at the Powerhouse in the American Museum of Natural History. Anderson Cooper will host the evening, which will also feature a performance by virtuoso Peter Cincotti. ArtsConnection will honor Jonathan Klein, President of CNN US and present the Janklow Awards to teaching artist Erin Orr and Principal Tashon McKeithan of PS 65 in the Bronx. Co-Chairs Lisa & Richard Plepler and Tracey & Robert Pruzan. ArtsConnection provides New York City public schools with customized, comprehensive arts residencies in theater, music, dance and visual arts. Details from 212-302-7433, ext. 480 or 470, or online.

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• Counseling in Schools National Network: "Gala Art Auction" from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. at the New York Times Building, 620 Eighth Avenue. Tickets: $75. Details and purchase tickets online.

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• American Cancer Society: "Pink and Black Tie Gala" at Stage 6 at Steiner Studios. Guests of the Gala will stroll down the pink carpet into a star-studded ballroom for a night of dancing and dining, music and entertainment and an auction. Brooklyn’s own Stacy London of TLC's "What Not to Wear" will host the evening, presiding over an array of appearances and performances. 6:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Tickets: $275. Details and purchase tickets online.

Friday, May 7

• French-American Aid for Children for the benefit of Children's Charities in France and the United States: "Bal des Berceaux--A Debutante Ball" at The Plaza. Black Tie. Tickets: $600. Details from 212-486-9593.

Saturday, May 8

• Lutheran HealthCare: "127th Anniversary Dinner Dance" and Casino Night at the Grand Hyatt New York. The proceeds of the event will go towards the implementation of the Electronic Medical Records system to further enhance Lutheran’s mission of serving the needs of its neighbors. Details from 718-630-6225.

Sunday, May 9

• American Cancer Society, New York City: "Youth Against Cancer--Mother’s Day Theatre Benefit--The Addams Family" a pre-theatre brunch at Sardi’s 12:30 p.m., followed at 3:00 p.m. by a matinee performance of “The Addams Family” at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre (205 West 46th Street).  Tickets: $500/$300 (child's ticket). Details from 212-237-3892.

Monday, May 10

• Women At Risk: "Nineteenth Annual Luncheon" at the Waldorf-Astoria. Reception: 11:00 a.m. Luncheon: Noon. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Susan Love, Author, “Dr. Susan Love’s Breast Book” and “Live a Little: Breaking the Rules Won’t Break Your Health.” Chairperson:  Helen Morik. Honoree: Dr. Herbert Pardes. Tickets: $300. Details from 212-305-4486 or kdesai@womenatrisknyc.org.

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• Literacy Partners: "26th Anniversary--Evening of Readings Gala" honoring best-selling author Barbara Taylor Bradford and her husband, filmmaker Robert Bradford. 6:00 p.m. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. Chairs: Liz Smith, Arnold Scaasi and Parker Ladd. Writers Sara Gruen, David Finkel, Mary Karr and Norris Church Mailer will read from their own works. Details from 212-573-6933.

Tuesday, May 11

• City Harvest: "On Your Plate Luncheon" at One East 60th Street, featuring Silda Wall Spitzer, Founding Chair, Children for Children. Co-Chairs: Joy Ingham and Topsy Taylor. Details from 917-351-8725.

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• Ovarian Cancer Research Fund: "9th Annual Evening of Laughter in Tribute to Madeline Kahn--Stand Up for Madeline & Ovarian Cancer Research Fund" at Carolines on Broadway, 1626 Broadway, hoted by Joy Behar. 6:00 p.m.: Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Live Auction and Performance. Tickets: $200. Details and purchase tickets onlinee.

Wednesday, May 12

• Rainforest Alliance: "Gala" at the American Museum of Natural History. Cocktails & Silent Auction at 6:30 p.m. Dinner, Awards Ceremony & Entertainment at 7:30 p.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $750. Details and purchase tickets online.

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• Solving Kids Cancer: "First Annual Spring Celebration Event" at the Rose Center for Earth and Space at the American Museum of Natural History. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Supper Buffet at 7:30 p.m. Special Performance by Shawn Colvin at 8:30 p.m. Guest DJ Alexander Dexter-Jones. Tickets: $750. Details from 212-588-6626 or online.

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• Parkinson’s Disease Foundation: "Bal du Printemps Gala" at the Pierre in New York City, honoring John and Margo Catsimatidis and Family, the Light of Day Foundation and Robert Benjamin. Cocktail reception at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner and dancing at 7:30 p.m. Master of Ceremonies: Ernie Anastos. Black Tie. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 212-213-1166 or pdf@carlacapone.com.

Thursday, May 13

• Turtle Bay Music School: "Perform-A-Thon Gala" from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 244 East 52nd Street. The Gala will feature performances by faculty and special guests, open bar and appetizers and a live and silent auction. Friday May 14th, Saturday May 15th and Sunday May 16th, the Sixth Annual Perform-A-Thon. Special Faculty Kick-Off Concert and Reception on Friday, May 14th at 7:00 pm in the Em Lee Concert Hall at Turtle Bay Music School. Tickets (for Thursday benefit): $175. Details from 212-753-8811 or julie@tbms.org.

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• National Academy: "Spring for Art Gala" at 6:30 p.m. (VIP preview at 6:00 p.m.) Cocktails. Live and silent auctions. Dinner. Dessert. Creative Black Tie. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-369-4880, ext. 202.

Friday May 14

• Little Sisters of the Assumption Family Health Service: "2010 Spring Gala--With a Little Help from Our Friends: Celebrating Volunteers & Partners" from 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m., at the Mandarin Oriental. Silent and live auctions, raffles, a dinner and dancing. The event will celebrate the many volunteers and partners whose passionate efforts help LSA to provide vital assistance to thousands of East Harlem's neediest families. Tickets: $400. Details from 646-672-5279 or bfink@lsafhs.org.

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• Korean American Family Service Center: "21st Annual Benefit Gala--Raising Hope...Transforming Lives" honoring Abigail Disney, Katherine Chon and Chong Moon Lee. Grand Hyatt New York, Grand Ballroom. 6:30 p.m.: Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner & Program, including Live Auction and Entertainment. The Korean American Family Service Center supports and empowers adults, youth and children to lead safe and healthy lives based on dignity, compassion and mutual respect. It is committed to preventing and ending domestic violence and relationship abuse, and creating a violence-free society. Black Tie Optional. Tickets: $250. Details from angel@kafsc.org or 718-460-3801, ext. 13.

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• Russian Nobility Association in America: "Russian Spring Ball" at the Pierre Hotel. Cocktails at 7:30 p.m. Dinner at 8:30 p.m. Dancing only after 9:30 p.m. White or Black Tie/Long Ball Gowns/Decorations. Tickets: $350 (Dancing only tickets: $110 and $125 at the door). Details online.

Saturday, May 15

• Mark Seven Deaf Foundation: "Metamorphosis Gala 2010" from 8:00 p.m. - midnight at Lincoln Center Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse. The event will feature mimes, jugglers, magicians and palm readings as well as rounds of “Shooting Texas Hold ‘Em.” Black tie optional. Tickets: $175. Details online.

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• New York Junior League: "Sip, Shop and Stroll Shopping Event" from 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at participating stores in Soho. Participating stores will be offering Junior League members and guests of the Junior League exclusive discounts from 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Participating Stores Include:  Intermix, Adidas, Tory Burch, French Connection, Tibi, Calypso, Kate Spade, Lilith, Tahari, and Theory. Check-in will be at Bloomingdale's, 504 Broadway, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00p.m. Upon check-in refreshments will be served, a live DJ will entertain, and attendees will receive an exclusive passport guiding them through Soho to take advantage of the discounts offered at the participating stores. Refreshments will be offered at participating retailers throughout the day. Each attendee receives an exclusive Giftbag at check-in. There will be a Post-Shopping Cocktail Party with open bar hosted by David Barton Gym at 4 Astor Place. At the Post-Party, there will be a Fashion Show by Lilith and light appetizers will be served. Tickets: $30 (walk-in tickets: $35). After party only tickets: $10 (walk-in tickets: $15). Details and purchase tickets online.

Monday, May 17

• New York Restoration Project: "Spring Picnic." Tickets: $250. Details from 212-573-6933 or purchase tickets online.

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• Share Our Strength: "Taste of the Nation NYC" at the Grand Hyatt New York. An evening of tasting and toasting. Food and wine. Tickets: $275. Details and purchase tickets online.

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• McCarton Foundation: "A Celebration of Learning" at Cipriani Wall Street. Cocktail Reception and Silent Auction at 6:30 p.m. Dinner, Program and Entertainment at 7:30 p.m. Live Auction at 9:00 p.m. Hosted by Chris Hansen. Tickets: $750 ($500 pre-sale by April 22, limited number). Details from 212-366-4447.

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• Bottomless Closet NYC: "11th Annual Spring Luncheon" from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. at the New York Marriott Marquis. Master of Ceremonies: Perri Peltz. Details online.

Tuesday, May 18

• Asian Professional Extension: "Inspiration Awards" honoring Anita Lo, Bill Imada and Karen Wong. Master of Ceremonies: Vivian Lee. APEX will celebrate 18 years of promoting the development of Asian American inner-city youth and recognize the accomplishments of this year’s Inspiration Award Honorees. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Bowery Hotel, 335 Bowery. Tickets: $200. Details online.

Wednesday, May 19

• Wildlife Conservation Society: "Explorers’ Party" annual family benefit that celebrates education, wildlife, and the fun of learning at the Central Park Zoo. For kids and adults alike. Picnic buffet dinner from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Central Park Zoo, Fifth Avenue at 64th Street Tickets: Child ticket $85/Adult ticket $150. Details from 718-741-1639 or mkahn@wcs.org.

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• Stoked Mentoring: "Fourth Annual Stoked on Spring" at the MILK Gallery. Silent and live auction, featuring cutting edge artwork and other auction packages. Passed hors d‘oeuvres, open bar, and music. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Stoked Mentoring's programs work to develop successful teens through action sports and mentoring. Tickets: $75 ($100 at the door). Junior tickets (under 30): $50 (plus processing fee). Details and purchase tickets online.

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• TAKE Dance: "Opening Night Gala Celebration" following the 7:30 p.m. performance featuring the World Premiere of Flight at Dance Theater Workshop. The performance will be followed by a reception with Takehiro Ueyama and dancers at Elmo's Lounge, 156 Seventh Avenue (between 20th and 21st Streets), Tickets: $150. Details from 646-334-6827, nicole@takedance.org or purchase tickets online.

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• Neue Galerie New York: "Spring Swing Dance Party" featuring Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks. 1048 Fifth Avenue at 86th Street. 6.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres by chef Kurt Gutenbrunner. Wine. 1920’s dress or festive attire suggested. Tickets: $45. Details from 212-994-9491, membership@neuegalerie.org, or purchase tickets online.

Thursday, May 20

• Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum: "A Year with Children 2010:  Selected Works from Learning Through Art" an annual exhibition showcasing artwork by elementary school students from participating New York City public schools. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Learning Through Art places professional teaching artists into New York City public elementary schools, where they collaborate with classroom teachers to develop art projects that allow students to learn art skills and techniques and explore ideas and themes related to school curriculum. The program encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and ongoing collaborative investigation.  Details from 212-423-3796 or SRGMevents@guggenheim.org.

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• Endometriosis Foundation of America: "2nd Annual Blossom Ball" at the New York Public Library, located at Fifth Avenue and Forty-Second Street. Hosts: Tamer Seckin and Padma Lakshmi. The evening starts with cocktails and silent auction at 7:00 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing, special guests, and musical entertainment. Event Co-Chairs include Eileen Guggenheim, Cindi Leive and Diana Taylor. Emcee of the dinner will be comedian, Heather McDonald. Tickets: $175. Details from Carolyn@endofound.org or online.

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• New York City Opera: "DIVAS Shop for Opera" at 6:00 p.m. at 82 Mercer. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Diverse selection of merchandise including donated vintage and designer clothing and accessories. Gift bags. Tickets: $75.  Details from 212-870-5595.

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• Cardinal McCloskey Services: "First Annual Award Dinner" at the Larchmont Yacht Club to honor their Chairman Emeritus, John M. Queenan. Cocktails, dinner, an auction of prizes and an award program. CMS is a not-for-profit, non-sectarian social service agency providing programs and services for at-risk children, families and developmentally disabled adults. Tickets: $250. Details from 914-997-8000, ext. 114 or ccondon@cms46.org.

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• Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS: "DIFFA'S 25th Anniversary" hosted by David Rockwell, Whoopi Goldberg and Isabel & Ruben Toledo, at Ink48 on the newly opened roof-deck. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Cocktails. Tickets: $150. Details and purchase tickets online.

Friday, May 21

• Drama League: "76th Annual Drama League Awards" at the Marriott Marquis. Co-Hosts: Vanessa Williams and Michael Urie. Noon. Tickets: $175. Details from 212-244-9494.

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• Nanubhai Education Foundation: "Second Annual Gala" at the Chelsea Art Museum. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Passed hors d'oeuvres and complimentary bar. Music and entertainment. Performance by American Idol Season 8 contestant Anoop Desai. Additional special guests slated to attend include 30 Rock and Weeds actor Maulik Pancholy, Bombay Dreams Manu Narayan, Bollywood Hero actress Pooja Kumar, photographer and upcoming Bravo TV host Indrani, former Miss India America Melanie Kannokada, and actress and model Ami Sheth. Nanubhai Education Foundation provides opportunities to students in rural India. Tickets: $125. Details from kandarp@nanubhai.org or erin@erinhalley.com.

Monday, May 24

• Film Society of Lincoln Center: "2010 Chaplin Award" honoring Michael Douglas at Alice Tully Hall. A star studded evening featuring remarks from Douglas's collaborators and a retrospective celebrating his work. Pre-celebration dinner, Gala Tribute, and post-celebration reception in Alice Tully Hall. Tickets: $1,500 ($175 for Gala Tribute and the post-celebration reception in Alice Tully Hall only). Details from 212-875-5685 or galarsvp@filmlinc.com.

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• Japan Society: "2010 Annual Dinner" with Keynote Speaker, Jamie Dimon. 6:30 p.m.: Reception. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner. Black Tie Optional. Details from 212-715-1219 or annualdinner@japansociety.org.

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• Queens Theatre in the Park: "Annual Gala" honoring John R. Buren, Hal G. Rosenbluth, and Caryn A. Schwab with a performance by Grammy nominee Oleta Adams at 6:00 p.m. at Queens Theatre in the Park, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, NY. Details from 718-760-0686, ext. 125 or online.

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• Pancreatic Cancer Action Network: "Third Annual Cookin’ Up A Cure" at 6:30 p.m. in the Allen Room at the Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center. Cocktails and a gourmet chefs tasting from New York City restaurants such as Aureole, China Grill, Fishtail by David Burke and Daniel Boulud’s Bar Boulud. Silent and live auction. Tribute to Don Hewitt, broadcast pioneer and creator of CBS’s “60 Minutes”; Hewitt died of pancreatic cancer in August 2009. “60 Minutes” correspondent Morley Safer will speak and Hewitt’s wife, Marilyn Berger, will be in attendance to accept the honor. Tickets: $125. Details and purchase tickets online (tickets will not be sold at the door).

Tuesday, May 25

• Museum of Modern Art: "The Party in the Garden." honoring Jo Carole and Ronald S. Lauder. Cocktails at 7:00 p.m. Supper at 8:00 p.m. After-Party from 9:00 p.m. - midnight, featuring a performance by Karen O and Nick Zinner of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, with special guests. Details and purchase tickets online.

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• CancerCare for Kids: "2010 Treasures of the Sea Gala" at Chelsea Piers/Pier Sixty, honoring Diane Blum. Details from 212-712-8369 or mfoley@cancercare.org.

Wednesday, May 26

• Black Alumni of Pratt: "20th Anniversary--A Celebration of the Creative Spirit" beginning with cocktails at 6:30 p.m. at the Four Seasons Restaurant, 99 East 52nd Street, followed by dinner. Awards will be presented to Annette de la Renta, Lee Daniels, Naeem Khan and Ranjana Khan, Marisa Acocella Marchetto and Peter Max. Dinner Chairs are Dan and Cynthia Lufkin and David and Jane Walentas. Vice Chairs are Gayle Atkins Perkins and Malaak Compton-Rock. The Masters of Ceremonies are Deborah Roberts and Al Roker. Proceeds from the event will support Black and Latino Pratt students who are in financial need. Black Tie. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 718-636-3479 or info@websterlightgrant.com.

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• Playground Partners of the Women’s Committee of the Central Park Conservancy: "Annual Playground Party" from 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. at the Heckscher Playground, inside the Park at West 62nd Street. Family-friendly fundraiser with music by Brett Band for Kids, a marionette puppet show, a mini-carousel, life-sized chess and checker board, relay races, face-painting, storytelling, sand art, rock climbing walls, and a fishing activity. Buffet, homemade lemonade, and cotton candy. Party Sponsors are Kamie and Richard Lightburn, Yesmin and Dusty Phillip and Nina and Michael Whitman. Proceeds from the event help keep the Park's 21 playgrounds clean, safe, and well-maintained. Tickets: $100 adult/$50 per child. Details from 212-310-6655, playgrounds@centralparknyc.org or online.

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• RxArt: "Mind-Body-Cardio Party " at SoulCycle’s studio in Tribeca,103 Warren Street. 6:00 p.m.: Arrival. 6:30 p.m.: Ride and Auction. 7:30 p.m.: Post-Ride Reception. RxArt’s mission is to brighten hospitals with contemporary art Tickets: $150. Details and purchase tickets online.

Thursday, May 27

• El Museo: "Gala 2010" at 7:00 p.m. at Cipriani 42nd Street, honoring Plácido Domingo and Tony Bechara. Details from 212-868-8450, ext. 206.

Saturday, May 29

• Uniting Against Lung Cancer: "Kites For a Cure" a family kite fly benefit on Coopers Beach in Southampton, NY. from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Kites, snacks and family fun. The rain date for the kite fly is Sunday, May 30 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Tickets: $25 (in advance; $30 at the event). Details from 212-627-5500 or online.

Sunday, May 30

• Southampton Hospital Foundation: "Annual Memorial Day Weekend Party--A Summer Safari" at the Westhampton Country Club on Potunk Lane in Westhampton Beach. Chairs: Christiane Hiegel, Cynthia Rutherford Patry and Farida Khan Singh. Cocktails, dinner and dancing until midnight. Silent auction. 7:00 p.m. The evening will benefit the Hospital’s Westhampton Primary Care Center. Tickets: $250 per person ($100 for “after hours ticket” for dancing, drinks and desert from 9:30 p.m. to midnight). Details from 631-726-8700, ext. 7 or purchase tickets online.

Thursday, May 6

• Operation Smile: "The Smile Event 2010" at Cipriani Wall Street. VIP Dinner with Live Auction. Dessert and Dancing After Event. Black Tie. Details to follow.

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• The Civilians: "It’s Not Easy, Being" a theatrical evening at Kiss and Fly, 409 West 13th Street. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at 7:00 p.m. Performance at 8:30 p.m. After Party with music and dancing at 9:30 p.m. Tickets: $75 ($25 for After Party only). Details from 718-230-3330 or purchase tickets online.

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• Junior Committee of the Alzheimer’s Association, New York City Chapter: "Collective Consciousness -- An Annual Fundraising Gala" for young professionals in their 20’s and 30’s at Hudson Terrace, 621 West 46th Street. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Music by DJ Chachi, dancing, and a silent auction. 8:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m. Cocktail attire. Tickets: $125. Details from 646-744-2939 or purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, May 12

• Business Council for Peace: "DanceGiving 2010 Campaign Celebration" at City Winery. Money is being raised to provide Afghan and Rwandan women entrepreneurs with the training, support and guidance they need to expand their businesses, create employment, and build a peaceful future for their communities. Tickets: $150 (through May 1). Details and purchase tickets online.

Friday, May 14

• Associates Committee of the New York City - Southern New York Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: "Spring into Action." Cocktail Party and Silent Auction.  7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at Guastavino’s. Food. Drinks. Music. Cocktail Attire. Tickets: $150 in advance ($175 at the door). Details and purchase tickets online.

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• New York City chapter of AMIGOS de las Américas: "6th Annual Charitable Evening--The Casino Night" at 320 Studio, 320 West 37th Street. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Texas Hold'em Poker Tournament. Blackjack-Craps-Roulette-Slots. Silent auction. Cocktails. Hors d'oeuvres. Live DJ. Tickets: $50. Details and purchase tickets online.

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• Young Professionals for CARE: "MOVE 2010 " from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 pm at Greenhouse, 150 Varick Street. Special guest host Auma Obama. Cocktails, dancing, and raffle. Tickets: $55. Details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, May 15

• Slideluck Potshow: "Slideluck Potshow XV--Bridges" outdoors, in Dumbo, Brooklyn beneath the Manhattan Bridge Archway. Details online.

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• New York Junior League: "Sip, Shop and Stroll Shopping Event" from 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at participating stores in Soho. Participating stores will be offering Junior League members and guests of the Junior League exclusive discounts from 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Participating Stores Include:  Intermix, Adidas, Tory Burch, French Connection, Tibi, Calypso, Kate Spade, Lilith, Tahari, and Theory. Check-in will be at Bloomingdale's, 504 Broadway, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00p.m. Upon check-in refreshments will be served, a live DJ will entertain, and attendees will receive an exclusive passport guiding them through Soho to take advantage of the discounts offered at the participating stores. Refreshments will be offered at participating retailers throughout the day. Each attendee receives an exclusive Giftbag at check-in. There will be a Post-Shopping Cocktail Party with open bar hosted by David Barton Gym at 4 Astor Place. At the Post-Party, there will be a Fashion Show by Lilith and light appetizers will be served. Tickets: $30 (walk-in tickets: $35). After party only tickets: $10 (walk-in tickets: $15). Details and purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, May 19

• Stoked Mentoring: "Fourth Annual Stoked on Spring" at the MILK Gallery. Silent and live auction, featuring cutting edge artwork and other auction packages. Passed hors d‘oeuvres, open bar, and music. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Stoked Mentoring's programs work to develop successful teens through action sports and mentoring. Junior tickets (under 30): $50 (plus processing fee). Details and purchase tickets online.

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• Neue Galerie New York: "Spring Swing Dance Party" featuring Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks. 1048 Fifth Avenue at 86th Street. 6.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres by chef Kurt Gutenbrunner. Wine. 1920’s dress or festive attire suggested. Tickets: $45. Details from 212-994-9491, membership@neuegalerie.org, or purchase tickets online.

Thursday, May 20

• Oceana’s Junior Council: "Spring Cocktails" in the Library Room at Soho House. Tickets: $50 (in advance and $75 at the door). Details from aschmidt@oceana.org or 212-371-2444.

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• USO: "Red, White & Navy--Casino Night" to welcome Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen with a hero's welcome to New York City during Fleet Week. Union Square Ballroom from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Dinner, drinks, dancing, casino gaming and a raffle. Performance by the USO show troupe, the Liberty Bells. Tickets: $95 (tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance). Details and purchase tickets online.

Sunday, May 23

• VH1 Save The Music: "Summer Kick-Off Party" at the W Hoboken to benefit school music programs, with a special performance by Grammy-award winner and Foundation Ambassador, Colbie Caillat. Cocktails, Lil’ Bites, and Conversation. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Silent auction. Tickets: $75 (Young Benefactor Ticket) or $100 (Individual Ticket). Details from 212-846-7324 or vh1stmtickets@gmail.com, or purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, May 25

• Museum of Modern Art: "The Party in the Garden" honoring Jo Carole and Ronald S. Lauder. After-Party from 9:00 p.m. - midnight, featuring a performance by Karen O and Nick Zinner of Yeah Yeah Yeahs, with special guests. Details and purchase tickets online.

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