Saturday, April 1

• The Imperial Court of New York for the benefit of God's Love We Deliver: "20th Annual Night of a Thousand Gowns." The evening will include Broadway-caliber entertainment, a 5-hour open bar, full course dinner, a Viennese dessert buffet, dancing, a silent auction, and the midnight coronation of the new reigning monarchs. The Gala begins at 6:30 p.m. at The New York Marriott Marquis. Tickets: $200 (includes dinner and open bar)/$75 General admission at 10:00 p.m. Details from 212-501-4797.

Monday, April 3

• Friends of Scotland: "Dressed to Kilt" at Synod House at St. John Divine Cathedral Garden. Sean Connery, Tatum O’Neal, Anne Hathaway, Stone Phillips along with many others will join in celebrating Scottish fashion and fun as well as be there to honor Vivienne Westwood for her contribution to Tartan and Scottish design. The festivities kick-off with a reception and cocktails at 7:30 p.m. and the tartan fashion show following directly after. Friends of Scotland is a national charity dedicated to advancing contemporary Scottish interests and meeting contemporary Scottish needs in the United States. Tickets: $150. Details online.

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• The Julliard School: "100 Years of The Juilliard School – A Gala Celebration" a benefit concert and dinner-dance at The Juilliard School. Centennial Celebration chaired by Cynthia and Dan Lufkin will begin with a cocktail reception at 6:30 p.m., followed at 8:00 p.m. (sharp) by a 90 minute “Live From Lincoln Center” telecast, featuring performances of dance, drama and music by renowned Juilliard alumni, including actors Laura Linney and Bradley Whitford, sopranos Renée Fleming and Leontyne Price, pianist Emanuel Ax, jazz artist Wynton Marsalis, violinist Itzhak Perlman, conductor John Williams, and choreographer Adam Hougland, as well as the Juilliard String Quartet and student ensembles. The evening ends with a dinner dance from 9:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.  Black Tie. Tickets: $1,500. Details from 914-579-1000.

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• Dress for Success: "April in Paris 2006 Gala Dinner and Auction." Fashion industry veteran Audrey Smaltz, founder and CEO of The Ground Crew is “La Grande Dame” and Chair. The Marriott Marquis Ballroom will be transformed into the City of Light. Star Jones Reynolds, co-host of ABC’s The View, will receive the organization’s first ever Woman of Achievement Award. Corporate Citizenship Honorees are Kérastase Paris and Chantelle who have helped DFS clients on their path to success. The auction will feature luxury items, designer clothes, vacation packages and one of kind experiences and will have online bidding. Cocktails and Silent Auction at 6:30 p.m. Dinner & Awards at 7:30 p.m. Live Auction & Dancing 9:00 p.m. Dress for Success advances low-income women's economic and social development and encourages self-sufficiency through career development and employment retention. Tickets: are $ 500. Details from 212-532-1922, ext. 4 or events@dressforsuccess.org.

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• The All Stars Project: "Celebrating 25 Years of Developing Our Youth: Out of The Box and in the Mainstream" at New York State Theatre, Lincoln Center.  6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.  Barry Friedberg, President & CEO, FriedbergMilstein; Robert B. Levy, Chair, All Stars Project Board of Directors; Edward Malmstrom, Managing Director, Merrill Lynch & Co., Inc. and Mr. and Mrs. James Turley, Chairman & CEO, Ernst & Young LLP, are being honored. C. Michael Armstrong, retired Chairman, Comcast, AT&T, and Hughes; Henry Louis Gates, Jr., Harvard University and Susan Jaffe, American Ballet Theatre, are the event chairs. Actor Charles S. Dutton is the host of the event. The All Stars Project partners with the private sector -- philanthropists and foundations -- to bring outside of school educational opportunities to thousands of inner city youth in New York City and Newark, New Jersey. Its youth programs, which employ a performance-based approach to development, include the All Stars Talent Show Network, the Joseph A. Forgione Development School for Youth, The Production of Youth by Youth and Youth Onstage.  Black Tie. Tickets: $1,250. Details from 212-941-8454 or cstreet@allstars.org.

Tuesday, April 4

• The American Musicals Project: "Gala Benefit" starring "Jerome Kern: The Movie Musicals." 6:00 p.m. Champagne Reception. Tickets: $250 ($35 for performance only). Details from 212-485-9283.

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• City Harvest: "12th Annual Practical Magic Ball" at Cipriani 42nd Street. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Awards presentation at 7:30 p.m. Mistress of Ceremonies: Co-Anchor FOX 5 News Rosanna Scotto. “Heart of the City Award” recipient: New York City Rescue Mission. Accepted by Executive Director, James VarnHagen. “Star of the City Award” recipient: Steven T. Mnuchin, for his steadfast commitment to City Harvest and his 20 year dedication to our mission to end hunger in New York City. Awards Introduction: Prof. Richard Brown, NYU; host of Movies101 on AMC. Presenter: Edie Falco, Award-winning actress from the groundbreaking HBO series The Sopranos. Presenter: Michael Imperioli, Actor, Writer, Director. Established in 1994, the Practical Magic Ball was designed to raise awareness and much needed funds to help City Harvest feed hungry men, women and children in New York City. Tickets: $600. Details from 917-351-8725.

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• Adopt-A-Minefield: "Night of a Thousand Dinners 2006 Benefit Dinner." Chairs: Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones. Honoring: Secretary-General Kofi Annan and the United Nations. Some of the country’s top chefs will donate their time and talent to create a unique culinary experience at the U.N. Delegate’s Dining Room. The dinner will feature dishes created by: Wayne Nish (March), Cyril Renaud (Fleur de Sel), Anita Lo (Annisa), Francois Payard (Payard) and Dante Boccuzzi (Aureole). The evening will begin with a silent food & wine-themed auction. Tickets: $500. Details from 917-324-5043.

Wednesday, April 5

• Lighthouse International: "Visionaries Gala" at Bloomberg Headquarters, One Beacon Court, 731 Lexington Avenue. 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. The evening will be a kick-off to the Inside DecArts 2006 public-access shopping weekend (April 6 - April 9) in the home furnishings showrooms of the Decorative Arts District. Buffet dinner with live auction celebrating a select group of “visionaries” chosen from the fields of interior design, fashion and entertainment. MC: Ben Elliot, owner, concierge service, Quintessentially. Honorees: Fashion/interior design icon, founder of Old World Weavers and subject of MET Costume Exhibit, Iris Barrel Apfel; Ann Sacks of the eponymous Ann Sacks tile firm; and Anthony Rapp, film actor and star of “Rent” on Broadway. Live Auction with two teams of auctioneers, Chris Madden with Jamie Drake and Scott Salvator with Alexa Hampton, who will auction off celebrity eyewear and memorabilia solicited from a host of iconic celebrities. Tickets: $250. Details from 212-421-1566.

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• Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law: "14th Annual Public Interest Law Auction" from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 55 Fifth Avenue. Silent and live auction proceeds will help support summer public interest work. Bid on items including tickets to the Tribecca Film Festival, hot air balloon ride, valuable artwork, and other items. Tickets: $10 for non-students. Details from 212-790-0363

Thursday, Apri1 6

• Partnership for After School Education: "2006 PASEsetter Awards" at Pier 60 in Manhattan, an annual awards ceremony honoring afterschool educators whose commitment, energy and creativity have had an indelible impact on the children and youth of New York City. Details from 212-571-2664.

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• Natural Resources Defense Council: "Eighth Annual 'Forces for Nature Benefit'" at Cipriani 42nd Street. Special Musical Guest. Reception at 6:30 p.m. Dinner at 7:30 p.m. Cocktail Attire. Tickets: $750 (limited availability). Details from 212-727-2700.

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• Caribbean Cultural Center: "30th Anniversary Gala Benefit" at the Time Warner Park Café, 58th Street between 8th and 9th Avenues, at 6:30 p.m.   Presentations by Rex Nettleford, the Vice Chancellor Emeritus of the University of the West Indies; Rosie Perez, Actress/Producer; Susan L. Taylor, Editorial Director of Essence Magazine and Dr. Marta Moreno Vega, President of the Caribbean Cultural Center.  Tickets: $250. Details from212-307-7420, ext. 3006.

Friday, April 7

• The Friends of New Yorkers for Children: "New Years in April: A Fool's Fête" at The Ballroom at the Mandarin Oriental. Cocktails and silent auction at 7:30 p.m. Dinner at 8:30 p.m. Dessert and dancing from 10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $350. Details from 212-678-0231.

Monday, April 10

• BOMB Magazine: "25th Anniversary--A Spring Gala" at The Park, 118 Tenth Avenue, honoring artist Elizabeth Murray, poet Bob Holman and Whitney Museum of Art Director Adam D. Weinberg. The evening will begin with cocktails followed by dinner and will include a Silent Auction featuring art by over 50 top artists including Robert Rauschenberg, Ross Bleckner, Gary Indiana, Richard Serra, Marina Abramovic and Robert Gober. Honorary Chair is Robert Storr. The Co Chairs are Douglas Baxter, Joanne Leonhardt Cassullo, Leslie and Chuck Close, Andrea and Marc Glimcher, Paula Cooper and Jack Macrae, Ellen Phelan and Joel Shapiro. Board of Trustees Chair: Tim Nye. The Young Collectors Chair is Ivy Crewdson. Trustees, Advisors and Committee Members include: Cindy Sherman, Glenn Lowry, Agnes Gund, Jon Robin Baitz, Adam Bartos, James Rosenquist, Eric Frischl, George Negroponte, David Salle, Laurie Tisch, Frances Dittmer, and Michèle Gerber Klein. The Literary Hosts include A.M. Homes, Francine Prose, Deborah Eisenberg, Wallace Shawn Karen Marta and Frederick Tuten. Cocktails: 6:00 p.m. Dinner: 8:00 p.m. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-966-4710.

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• The Orchestra of St. Luke's: "Gift of Music Gala 2006" honoring Board Chairman, Norman S. Benzaquen. 6:30 p.m.: Reception. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner. 9:00 p.m.: Award Presentation and Dancing. The Rainbow Room. Special Guest Host: Sam Waterston. Gala Co-Chairs: Richard Gilder and Roger Hertog. Special Performance by: Andreas Scholl with the Orchestra of St. Luke’s Tickets: $500. Details from 212-594-6100, ext. 110.

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• DreamYard: "6th Annual Benefit Dinner and Performance" at the Angel Orensanz Foundation, 172 Norfolk Street. Co-Chairs: Ebsie Gains, Marina and Tom Purcell, Landon Slane, and Kathy and Andrew Thomas. 6:30 p.m.: Reception and Silent Auction. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner. 8:00 p.m.: Performance. DreamYard is an arts education organization committed to building stronger public school communities and neighborhoods. Cocktail Attire. Tickets: $200. Details from 914-834-2868.

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• The American Theatre Wing: "Annual Gala" honoring Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane at Cipriani 42nd Street. Tickets: $650. Details from 212-765-0606, ext. 314.

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• Figure Skating in Harlem: "Second Annual Skating With the Stars, Under the Stars" at Wollman Rink in Central Park. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. The evening will include a spectacular roster of Olympic and World Medalists skating side by side with guests. Legends including Dorothy Hamill, Viktor Petrenko, Rudy Galindo, Oksana Baiul, Sarah Hughes, Emily Hughes, Irina Slutskaya, Evgeni Plushenko, Paul Wylie, Johnny Weir, Timothy Goebel and Sasha Cohen have been invited to attend. The evening will also include an auction featuring unique items and one-of-a-kind experiences Honoring: Debi Thomas, one of America's best known female figure skating stars. Proceeds from this benefit event will go directly to benefit FSH, a pioneering not-for-profit organization providing unique educational, cultural and athletic opportunities for girls in the Harlem community. Tickets: $250. Details from 212-786-6185 or harlemskates@cmevents.net.

Tuesday, April 11

• Do Something: "Annual BRICK Awards" honoring a group of incredible young people for their commitment to change or making their communities better while also honoring companies that are doing the same. Host Jimmy Fallon will be joined by celebrities including Jamie Lynn Sigler, Rocco Dispirito, Nigel Barker, Damian Fahey and more to observe and present awards. 6:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at Capitale, 130 Bowery.

Thursday, April 13

• East Side House Settlement: "2006 Gala Preview of the New York International Auto Show." Cocktails from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Benefactors Dinner: 8:30 p.m. Jacob Javits Center. Honoring: Roger Altman, Chairman of Evercore Partners; and Susan Lyne, President & CEO of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. Gala Chairs: Michael Moreno, Phil Yang, and Joan Young. Benefit Committee Chairs: Amy Fine Collins and Alex Hitz. Auctioneer: Benjamin F. Doller, Senior Vice President Head of Specialists Departments, North & South America, Sotheby’s. Dinner Tickets: $1,000/Cocktail Tickets: $150. Details from 718-292-7392.

Monday, April 17

• Film Society of Lincoln Center: "2006 Gala Tribute" honoring Jessica Lange at Avery Fisher Hall. Tickets: $1,250. Details (for benefit only) from 212-875-5630.

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• Publicolor: "Stir, Splatter + Roll" honoring The Honorable Raymond W. Kelly, Police Commissioner of the City of New York, at Louis D. Brandeis High School, 145 West 84th Street. Painting and cocktails at 6:00 p.m. Dinner, unsilent auction and performances at 7:30 p.m. The Top Coat after party at 9:00 p.m. Emceed by WCBS-TV’s Shon Gables with special performances by Kenny Vance and the Planotones and The Jersey Boys. Following the benefit, The Top Coat after party will feature live music and an auction where young professionals can party, dance and mingle. Tickets: $500 (The Top Coat after party is included/Tickets for The Top Coat after party only: $75). Details from 212-213-6121.

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• African Rainforest Conservancy: "15th Annual Benefit for the Eastern ARC Mountain Cloud Forests" at Gotham Hall. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Cocktails. Dinner. Auction. Music. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-343-1645, ext. 233.

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• Merce Cunningham Dance Company: "Benefit." Details from 212-255-8240.

Tuesday, April 18

• Watermill Center: "Pre-Opening Benefit" in New York City. Cocktails, dinner, a surprise guest performance, and the first-ever Watermill Center Award honoring Christophe de Menil at Donna Karan’s downtown loft (Stephan Weiss Studio). Proceeds from this Spring Benefit will go towards the completion of the Watermill Center. Details from meg.griffiths@robertwilson.com or natascha.theis@robertwilson.com.

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• Saint George's Society of New York: "The English Ball" at the Pierre Hotel. This evening will honor Sir John Bond, Group Chairman of HSBC Holdings plc. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m.:  Reception with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Dinner and main program will begin at 7:30 p.m. The program will feature the presentation of The St. George's Society Medal of Honor to Sir John Bond by President Natalie Pray, and a live auction of luxury items with Lorna Kelly as auctioneer. Dancing to the music of Alex Donner's orchestra. Details from 212-682-6110 or val.bickel@stgeorgessociety.org.

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• Visiting Nurse Service of New York: "Volunteer Services Theatre Benefit--'The History Boys'". Pre-Theatre Cocktail Reception at the Maxwell Davidson Gallery. Details from 212-609-1570.

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• PEN American Center: "Benefit." Details from 212-629-8748.

Wednesday, April 19

• The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation: "2006 Ellis Island Family Heritage Awards" which celebrate the extraordinary lives of selected Americans who trace their ancestry, either personally or as a descendant, through Ellis Island. Honoring: Former Secretary of State Madeleine K. Albright; Author Frank McCourt; Advertising CEO Shelly Lazarus; and Baseball Legend Tommy Lasorda. 11:00 a.m. at The Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Details from 212-561-4542.

Thursday, April 20

• Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club: "34th Annual Kips Bay Decorator Show House--The President’s Preview & Dinner." An intimate, exclusive viewing of the annual Show House includes champagne served at the Show House, and a seated dinner to follow. Tickets: $750. Details from 718-893-8600, ext. 245.

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• Children for Children: "Sixth Annual Benefit--The Art of Giving…Celebrating 10 Years of Helping Kids Grow Involved" at Christie’s. 5:00 p.m.: Cocktail Reception for sponsors and champagne preview tours in Christie’s exclusive viewing rooms, where specialists will be on hand to discuss the artwork on display. 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a silent and live auction, as well as a hands-on youth service project. Afterwards, major supporters will have the opportunity to attend an Après Benefit Dinner and Discussion upstairs in the elegant Christie’s Board Room, adjacent to the Christie’s Vault. Details from 212-708-0200 or sara@childrenforchildren.org.

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• Metropolitan Opera Guild: "The 71st Annual Membership Luncheon" at 12:15 p.m. at the Waldorf=Astoria. Musical Tribute: Anna Netrebko. Spoken Tribute: Renée Fleming, James Levine and Beverly Sills. Tickets: $225. Details from 212-769-7009.

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• The New York Junior League: "Annual Spring Auction" at 370 Park Avenue from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Silent Auction starts at 7:00 p.m. and the Live Auction will start at 9:30 p.m. with an Auctioneer from a premier Auction House. Hors d’oeuvres, open bar and music. This year's Spring Auction will benefit the 15th annual Playground Improvement Project at the Jackie Robinson Park. Named after the first African-American professional baseball player in the major leagues, this park was acquired by the City of New York and opened as a playground in 1911. Proceeds from this auction will also benefit the New York Junior League’s charitable programs. Tickets: $125. Details from fundraisers@nyjl.org or 212-288-6220, or by purchase tickets online.

Friday, April 21

• The V Foundation for Cancer Research: "2006 Spirit of Jimmy V Gala" at Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers. Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. Dinner at 7:00 p.m. Who: The evening will celebrate Jim Valvano’s legacy and famous “never give up” attitude, paying tribute to two collegiate basketball Hall of Fame coaches: Syracuse Head Coach Jim Boeheim and Connecticut Head Coach Jim Calhoun. Boeheim and Calhoun, both cancer survivors who boldly embody the spirit of The Foundation, and who are the 2006 Spirit of Jimmy V honorees. Tickets: $1,000.  Details from 1-800-4JimmyV.

Saturday, April 22

• East Side House Settlement: "First Annual Scholarship Brunch at Camp Jeep at the New York International Auto Show." 9:00 a.m. – Noon. The Jacob Javits Center (enter through Camp Jeep NY). Activities: Hair-raising Jeep vehicle rides; Jeep Kidz Course with mini Jeeps; Rock Climbing Wall; Tony Hawk Wasteland, Snowboard Super Jam, and Jeep Mountain Madness Video Games; Jeep Kidz Safe Zone; Live Sirius DJ; Balloon Artists; Face Painting; and Hot Chocolate and smoothie bars. Exclusive one hour private preview of the entire auto show (10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Entrance to the NYIAS is through Camp Jeep starting at 10:00 a.m.. The general public is admitted to the NYIAS at 11:00 a.m. and to Camp Jeep at noon. Nut-free brunch.  $125 Adult ticket: $125/child ticket (15 and under): $50/Children under two will be admitted for free. Details from 718-292-7392.

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• New York Cares: "12th Annual Hands On New York Day" at multiple sites throughout New York. Throughout the day, adults and children over 12 years of age will give a spring cleaning to more than 60 sites across New York’s five boroughs including city parks, gardens, playgrounds, community centers and homeless shelters. Free. Please note that children ages 12-17 must register with an adult. Details from 212-228-5000 or online.

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• Family Dynamics: "Tarzan--Theater Benefit." Matinee at 2:00 p.m. or evening performance at 8:00 p.m. Cocktail party at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $250. Details from 718-895-2555, ext. 113.

Monday, April 24

• The Mann Foundation for the benefit of Alzheimer’s Foundation of America: "First Annual Mann of the Year Awards" benefiting the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Mount Sinai. Stars from the Fashion, Real Estate and Financial industries will get together for an evening of cocktails, and dinner & dancing. 6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.: Cocktails. 7:15 p.m.: Dinner. Copacabana, 560 West 34th Street. The Mann Foundation was founded in memory of Marion and Irving Mann to help fund research for geriatric diseases and ultimately, find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Festive Business Attire. Tickets: $350 Details from 212-840-6266, ext. 317.

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• Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC: "Sidewalks of New York - 2006 Annual Awards Dinner" at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 212-994-7739.

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• Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club: "Kips Bay Decorator Show House Opening Night Gala." Show House at 4 East 75th Street at Fifth Avenue for tours of the Show House. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at The Ukrainian Institute, 2 East 79th Street. (The Show House runs from April 25 - May 23). Tickets: $200. Details from 718-893-8600, ext. 245.

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• “I Have a Dream” Foundation: "25th Anniversary Celebration Gala" at The Rainbow Room. 6:30 p.m.: Cocktails. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner and Awards Presentation. National Vice Chairs: Page Ashley; Christopher A. Coons and Sally Gore; T.J. Dermot Dunphy; Peter M. Fishbein; Paula Froelich; Nathan Gantcher; Jeffrey Gural; Llewellyn P. Haden, Jr.; Kenneth Lewis; Arlene and Reuben Mark; Emily Meschter; and Stephanie Trump. Honorees: Eugene M. Lang, The H. N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, and MassMutual Financial Group. Tickets: $500.  Details from 212-921-9070, ext. 14.

Tuesday, April 25

• The Food Allergy Initiative: "Spring Luncheon" at Cipriani 42nd Street. Co-Chairs: Abbey Braverman and Roxanne Palin. 11:30 a.m.: Cocktails. 12:00 noon: Luncheon. Details from 212 572-8428.

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• The Food Bank For New York City: "'Can-Do' Awards Gala Dinner" which recognizes that everyone ‘can do’ something to end hunger, at 6:00 p.m. at Pier 60 at Chelsea Piers. Michael Stipe of the Band R.E.M., and Brooke Johnson, President of Food Network, will be honored for their commitment to hunger relief. Chef Mario Batali will Co-Chair the event. Stanley Tucci will act as Master of Ceremonies. Auctioneers include Piers Davies of Christie’s and actor Mario Cantone. Supermodel Helena Christensen will DJ at the Champagne and Dessert Reception. The evening will conclude with raffles, games, door prizes and a food drive. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-566-7855, ext. 2241 or abonner@foodbanknyc.org.

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• We Are Family Foundation: "Fourth Annual Gala Celebration" at Manhattan Center’s Hammerstein Ballroom. The gala event will be hosted by television personality and member of the We Are Family Foundation Board of Directors, Montel Williams, and will include a star-studded VIP reception, dinner, awards ceremony and a concert featuring the 70s super group CHIC and special musical guests. WAFF will pay tribute to Sir Elton John. He will receive the Humanitarian Award in recognition of the accomplishments of his Elton John AIDS Foundation. The Mattie J. T. Stepanek Peacemaker Award will be awarded to producer and music impresario Quincy Jones in honor of his lifetime of philanthropic achievements. In addition, the Visionary Award will be presented to designer and fashion innovator Tommy Hilfiger in recognition of his work to promote educational opportunities for diverse populations in the U.S.A. through the Tommy Hilfiger Corporate Foundation. WAFF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to inspiring and educating individuals of all ages about diversity, understanding and multiculturalism. Details from contact@wearefamilyfoundation.org or 646-403-8025.

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• Museum of Arts & Design: "Loot" gala opening and benefit preview. 4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cocktails. Hors d'oeuvres. Tickets: $250 (for admission at 6:00 p.m.; $500 for admission at 5:00 p.m.; $1,000 for 4:30 p.m. admission and post-opening dinner). Details from 212-956-3535.

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• The Horticultural Society of New York: "Flowers & Design--Celebrating the Renaissance, Designing the New Golden Age" honoring designer Bunny Williams, at Gotham Hall. Cocktails at 7:00 p.m. Dinner at 8:30 p.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $650. Details from 212-757-0915, ext. 101.

Wednesday, April 26

• Phoenix House: "Fashion Award Dinner." at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, honoring Frank Doroff, Senior Executive Vice President and General Merchandise Manager of Bloomingdale's and Andrew Rosen, President and Founder of Theory for their contribution to the industry. Co-Chairs: Anne Keating, Senior Vice President of Public Relations, Special Events and Corporate Philanthropy for Bloomingdale's and Melissa Gellman, Director of Public Relations for Theory. Details from jkramer@phoenixhouse.org or 646-505-2083.

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• Planned Parenthood of New York City: "17 Annual Spring Dinner Dance" at the Pierre Hotel. Cocktail reception at 7:00 p.m. Dinner, dancing and program at 8:00 p.m. Special Honoree: Whoopi Goldberg. Dr. Susan F. Wood: Margaret Sanger Woman of Valor Award Recipient. Festive Dress. Tickets:  $550. Details from 212-274-7260.

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• National Center for Learning Disabilities: "29th Annual Benefit Dinner" at the New York Marriott Marquis. 6:30 p.m.: Cocktails. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner, Awards and Live Auction. Honorees: Dana Buchman – Fashion Designer & Author; Alfred R. Kahn - Chairman & CEO, 4Kids Entertainment, Inc.; and G. Reid Lyon, Ph.D. – Executive Vice President for Research and Evaluation, Best & Associates, Former Chief, Child Development & Behavior, National Institute of Child Health & Human Services. Chairs: Paul R. Charron – Chairman & CEO, Liz Claiborne, Inc. and Carolyn Risoli – President, Marc by Marc Jacobs. Details from 212-888-7003.

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• Services for the UnderServed: "Celebrating 27 years of 'Building Lives and Communities'" for individuals and families with special needs at Gotham Hall, 1356 Broadway at 36th Street. Cocktail reception from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Honoring Sal Ferro, President of Alure Home Improvements and partner of Extreme Makeover: Home Edition for his dedication to providing homes for families living with challenges, and Hon. Peter M. Rivera, Chair of the New York State Assembly Committee on Mental Illness, Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities for his advocacy on behalf of New Yorkers with disabilities. The reception will feature the Ed Stoute Jazz Trio, a silent auction, and an auction of art produced by individuals with disabilities. Tickets: $200. Details from 212-633-6900, ext.1623 or stimler@susinc.org.

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• New York Philharmonic: "Lights! Camera! Music!" at Avery Fisher Hall. honoring Chairman Paul B. Guenther. Oscar winner John Williams is returning to the Philharmonic podium with a full evening of his music for the movies.  Reception: 6:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. Concert: 7:30 p.m. Black Tie Gala Dinner on the Grand Promenade immediately following the concert. Gala Chairmen: Robert H. Benmosche; Katherine Farley and Jerry I. Speyer; and Alan and Sandra Gerry. Tickets: $2500. Details from 212-875-5757 or fordj@nyphil.org.

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• American Cancer Society': "A Taste of Hope...With a Side of Couture" at the Puck Building. Sample gourmet food from some of New York’s finest chefs and hottest restaurants. Cocktails. See Escada’s new Spring/Summer fashion collection. Silent auction and raffle prizes. Doors open for VIP Admission at 6:30 p.m. and at 7:30 with a general admission ticket. VIPs will have the unique opportunity to see television celebrity chef Dave Lieberman in action. Tickets: $150 ($250 for VIP ticket). Purchase tickets online (click on "Taste of Hope").

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• The Victims of Communism Memorial Fund: "A Gala Reception" honoring his Excellency Lech Walesa, Solidarity Founder, Nobel Laureate, former President of Poland. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. One East 60th Street. Tickets: $1,000. Details from newyork@blacktiemagazine.com or 917-691-0564.

Thursday, April 27

• Lenox Hill Neighborhood House: "The Time Machine." The evening will begin with cocktails to preview The Spring International Art & Antiques Show. Dinner at 35 highly stylized tables, each with an original table decoration created by top interior designers to reflect the theme. The Benefit Co-Chairs are Audrey Gruss and Diana R. Quasha. The Honorary Gala Chair is Sydney R. Shuman. The Honorary Design Chairs are Bunny Williams and John Rosselli. The Design Chairs are Robert Rufino, Philip Gorrivan and Robert Lindgren. At The Seventh Regiment Armory (Park Avenue and 67th Street). Cocktails and Preview: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Dinner: 8:30 p.m. - Midnight. Tickets: $1,000 (for cocktails only: $250). Details from 212-744-5022, ext. 1355.

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• The New York Botanical Garden: "Antique Garden Furniture Show Preview Party & Collectors’ Plant Sale." 6:00 p.m. Details from 718-817-8773.

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• Helen Keller International: "The Spirit of Helen Keller Gala" at the Waldorf-Astoria Starlight Roof. Cocktail Reception and Auction Preview at 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Program at 7:30 p.m. Meryl Streep will present awards to the three honorees. Cocktail Attire. Tickets: $1,200. Details from 212-997-0100, ext. 259.

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• +ART: "Spring Benefit" honoring Marina Abramovic at Clinton Middle School for Writers & Artists, 325 West 20th Street. 7:00 p.m.– 9:30 p.m. Award presentation to Marina Abramovic and dance performances by Young Dance Collective and LightCurve Dance & Mixed Media. +ART (More Art) is a non-profit association, founded by Micaela Martegani, devoted to creating a link between artists and the community at large. Tickets: $125 ($200 for 2; $75 (ages 21-35); $20 (teens – age 20). Details online.

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• The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals: "The 9th Annual Bergh Ball--Happy Paws for the ASPCA Cause" at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Cocktail reception followed by dinner and dancing. 7:00 p.m. Details from 212-876-7700, ext 4652.

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• Orpheus Chamber Orchestra: "33rd Annual Patrons Gala" at One East 60th Street. 6:30 p.m.: Cocktail Reception. 7:30 p.m.: Performance. 8:30 p.m.: Dinner. Black Tie. Details from 212-896-1714.

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• Men’s Division of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University: "Private Showing of the Exhibit: A Passion for Asia--The Rockefeller Family Collects and Casino Night" at the Asia Society and Museum, 725 Park Avenue. Texas Hold ‘Em. Buffet Dinner and Open Bar. 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. The event is to celebrate the division’s accomplishments in supporting biomedical research and to attract other men from diverse business and professional backgrounds to generate further support. Business attire. Dietary laws observed. Tickets: $250, Details from 718-430-3818.

Friday, April 28

• French-American Aid for Children: "Bal des Berceaux" at Cipriani 42nd Street. Cocktails at 7:00 p.m. Dinner-Dance at 8:00 p.m. After Party from 11:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-486-9593 or info@faafc.org.

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• Little Sisters of the Assumption Family Health Service: "Annual Spring Gala" at the New York Marriot Marquis. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Dinner, Dancing, and Live and Silent Auctions. Tickets: $350. Details from 212-249-6188.

Saturday, April 29

• New York City Ballet: "A Midsummer Night's Dream--Spring Tea Party." 2:00 p.m. Matinee Performance followed by a Tea Party on the Promenade. Proceeds will support the New York City Ballet's Education programs. Details from 212-870-5585 or specialevents@nycballet.com.

Sunday, April 30

• New Museum of Contemporary Art: "Annual Gala and Live Auction" at Cipriani 42nd Street. 6:30 p.m. Sold Out. Details from 212-219-1222, ext. 223 or mkalajian@newmuseum.org.

Wednesday, April 5

• For the benefit of the International Myeloma Foundation: "Myeloma Benefit" at Serena Bar, 222 West 23rd Street. Special acoustic performances and epicurean delights. 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Entertainment: Lost in October and Josh Walker. Food: Lite fare including cheese table and cupcakes. Tickets $25 (in advance; $30 at the door). 40% of bar tab will go to charity. Details from slavarubin@gmail.com, 312-804-3076 or purchase tickets online.

Thursday, April 6

• The Manhattan Society at the NYC Chapter of the National MS Society: "Taste for Hope" from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at the Remy Toledo Gallery, 529 West 20th Street. Wines from around the globe, and hors d’oeuvres and desserts from New York City Restaurants. Guests must be 21 years and older to attend. Tickets: $50 (in advance; $60 at the door; limited availability). Details from 212-463-7787 or online.

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• The Libby Ross Breast Cancer Foundation: "Welcome Spring to New York City Benefit" at Happy Valley, 14 East 27th Street. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. First Drink Included, Drink Specials. Auction. Sweepstakes. Tickets: $20 (at the door). Details from 212-831-9592 or jgazes@thelibbyrossfoundation.com.

Friday, April 7

• The Friends of New Yorkers for Children: "New Years in April: A Fool's Fête" at The Ballroom at the Mandarin Oriental. Dessert and dancing from 10:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Black Tie. Junior Tickets (age 29 and under): $150. Details from 212-678-0231.

Tuesday, April 11

• Studio 53 Associates of the Museum of Arts & Design: "Fourth Annual Gala Benefit--MAD About Dance" from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. at Strata in Manhattan. Dancing with the professional dancers of the internationally renowned Elisa Monte Dance, following the company’s exclusive performance at Strata. The evening will celebrate art, design and music with a night of cocktails and food. DJ Reset. Silent auction featuring original works of art and luxury items by celebrated designers. Tickets: $150 (non-members)/$100 (Studio 53 Members). Details from 212-956-3535, ext. 158, or kathryn.baron@madmuseum.org.

Monday, April 17

• Publicolor: "Stir, Splatter + Roll--The Top Coat after Party" at Louis D. Brandeis High School, 145 West 84th Street. at 9:00 p.m. Live music and an auction where young professionals can party, dance and mingle. Tickets: $75. Details from 212-213-6121.

Thursday April 20

• The New York Junior League: "Annual Spring Auction" at 370 Park Avenue from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Silent Auction starts at 7:00 p.m. and the Live Auction will start at 9:30 p.m. with an Auctioneer from a premier Auction House. Hors d’oeuvres, open bar and music. This year's Spring Auction will benefit the 15th annual Playground Improvement Project at the Jackie Robinson Park. Named after the first African-American professional baseball player in the major leagues, this park was acquired by the City of New York and opened as a playground in 1911. Proceeds from this auction will also benefit the New York Junior League’s charitable programs. Tickets: $125. Details from fundraisers@nyjl.org or 212-288-6220, or by purchase tickets online.

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• The Libby Ross Breast Cancer Foundation: "Appetite for Seduction" from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. at Happy Valley, 14 East 27th Street. First drink included. Tickets: $20 (at the door). Details from 212-831-9592 or jgazes@thelibbyrossfoundation.com.

Tuesday, April 25

• International YMCA: Friends of the International YMCA Cocktail Party in Y President's  Upper East Side apartment. 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Cocktail attire. Tickets: $100 (in advance). Details from 212-875-4315 or dgarber@ymcanyc.org.

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• The Horticultural Society of New York: "Flowers & Design--Celebrating the Renaissance, Designing the New Golden Age" honoring designer Bunny Williams, at Gotham Hall. 7:00 p.m. Black Tie. Junior Tickets: $225. Details from 212-757-0915, ext. 101.

Wednesday, April 26

• Services for the UnderServed: "Annual Celebration of Building Lives and Communities" at Gotham Hall. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Open Bar. Gourmet Food Stations. Live Jazz Band. Silent Auction of artwork and other items. Tickets: $200. Purchase tickets online.

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• Helping Hands Initiative: "Benefit" at Opia Restaurant on 57th and Lexington. Hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Silent auction. Helping Hands Initiative assists disabled persons of all ages. Tickets: $60 (in advance; $70 at the door). Details from 718-356-4737.

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• American Cancer Society': "A Taste of Hope...With a Side of Couture" at the Puck Building. Sample gourmet food from some of New York’s finest chefs and hottest restaurants. Cocktails. See Escada’s new Spring/Summer fashion collection. Silent auction and raffle prizes. Doors open for VIP Admission at 6:30 p.m. and at 7:30 with a general admission ticket. VIPs will have the unique opportunity to see television celebrity chef Dave Lieberman in action. Tickets: $150 ($250 for VIP ticket). Purchase tickets online (click on "Taste of Hope").

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• The CancerCare Junior Committee: "Annual spring wine tasting: Châteauneuf du Pape--'Wines from the New Castle of the Popes'" at 275 Seventh Avenue, 22nd Fl. 6:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. Hors d’oeuvres. Raffle. Tickets: $35 (and must be purchased in advance). Details from 212–712–8323 or ltan@cancercare.org.

Thursday, April 27

• The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals: "The 9th Annual Bergh Ball--Happy Paws for the ASPCA Cause" at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Details from 212-876-7700, ext 4652.

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• Community Service Society: "8th Annual CSS Associates Cocktail Party" at Strata, 915 Broadway. Cocktail party featuring a 2-hour open bar and hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, raffle and gift bags. 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. CSS addresses the immediate needs of New York City’s poor and disenfranchised by providing direct social services, training, research and policy analysis, and advocacy in areas including health care access, education, housing, and income security. Details from and purchase tickets online.

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• Change for Change for the benefit of the Claire Tow Pediatric Pavilion at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center: "Cocktail Reception and Date Auction" at Guest House, 542 West 27th Street. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Change for Change aims to create a charitably minded generation of young adults engaged in philanthropy. The organization provides a mechanism that makes it easy for young adults to participate in philanthropy and support the causes closest to their communities. Change for Change offers a suite of goods, services, and most importantly, strategic advice on how to successfully fundraise.

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• Starfish Greathearts Foundation US: "South African Freedom Day" and launch Dinners of Hope 2006 at Home, 532 West 27th Street. 7:00 p.m. - 1000 p.m. Cocktails, Appetizers, Music, Raffle, Gift Bags. Starfish mobilizes individuals to use their time, talents and resources to bring life, hope and opportunity to children orphaned or made vulnerable by HIV and AIDS.

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• Alzheimer's Association NYC Junior Committee: "Fourth Annual Gala--Aqua Ball" at BLVD, 199 Bowery at Spring Street. 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Glamorous attire. Must be 21 or over to attend. Purchase tickets online,

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• Lenox Hill Neighborhood House: "The Time Machine." Details from 212-744-5022, ext. 1355.

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• JUMP! Volunteers of the Grand Street Settlement: "Sixth Annual Taste of the Lower East Side" at the Puck Building. A sampling of the food and spirit. 35 Lower East Side and East Village restaurants offer tastings. Open bar. Silent auction and DJ. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Tickets: $100 ($120 at the door). Purchase tickets online.

Friday, April 28

• French-American Aid for Children: "Bal des Berceaux" at Cipriani 42nd Street. Cocktails at 7:00 p.m. Dinner-Dance at 8:00 p.m. After Party from 11:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. Black Tie. Junior Tickets: $250/After Party Tickets: $75. Details from 212-486-9593 or info@faafc.org.

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• Girls Quest (formerly Girls' Vacation Fund): "70th Anniversary and 4th Annual Casino & Silent Auction Benefit" at 370 Park Avenue. 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Co-Chairs: Monica Sherer and Felecia Webb. The evening begins with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a buffet, and includes casino games, plus a silent auction, and raffle prizes. The benefit will be preceded by an on-line auction hosted by CharityBuzz.com. Girls Quest's mission is to nurture disadvantaged girls from the greater New York area to help them achieve their full potential and become active members of their communities by building academic and social competence. Tickets: $135. Details from gqbenefit@girlsquest.org or 212-532-7050.

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• The New York Harbor Sailing Foundation: "11th Annual Sailors Ball" at the Downtown Association, 60 Pine Street. The party to celebrate the start of the new sailing season. 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Featuring the famous theme rooms. Ball Chairman: John LaGrassa. Vice Chairman: Michael Fortenbaugh. Open bar & light hors d'oeuvres. Dancing all night long to the Alex Donner Orchestra, the Scottish band Barleyjuice and other music. Black tie. Contests for best kilt, best hula hooper, most sparkling jewelry and most colorful outfit. Tickets: $85 (on or before April 25; $100 at the door if available). Purchase tickets online.

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