Saturday, July 11

• Parrish Art Museum: "The Midsummer Party." Dinner. Music. Tickets: $1,000 (After Ten Tickets: Dancing, Drinks, and Dessert Only, $150). Details from 631-283-2118, ext. 42 or purchase tickets online.

Monday, July 20

• iStar Charity Foundation for the benefit of Baby Buggy, Robin Hood, Human Rights First and Teach for America: "7th Annual Shootout" from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Drill, dribble, shoot and score with basketball stars on the floor of Madison Square Garden. Entertainment and performances. Dress code: Athletic attire and rubber soled shoes only. Details from 212-405-4525 or info@istarcharityfoundation.org.

Thursday, July 9

• Metropolitan Museum of Art: "Young Members Party" for young members of the Museum, ages 21 through 35, on the Roof Garden and in the European Sculpture Court for cocktails and dancing. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.  Dress:  Summer Chic.  Tickets: $75 (for members). Details and purchase tickets online.

Monday July 13

• Committee of French-Speaking Societies: 85th Annual Official Bastille Day Ball “Les Annees Folles ~ The Roaring Twenties” at the China Club, 268 West 47th Street. 7:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. Live Orchestra. Dance Performances. French vocalist. Raffle. Dress: Casual elegance; “Roaring Twenties” attire welcome, prize for best outfit. Tickets: $30 (online, in advance; $35 at the door; VIP tickets: $200, includes gourmet buffet dinner, open bar, Champagne, & VIP seating for the show). Details from contact@baldu14juillet.com or purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, July 22

• Young Patrons of Lincoln Center: "Midsummer Night Swing 50th Anniversary Party—Swing of Things" at Damrosch Park, 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam. Live music, dancing under the stars, and cocktails. Tickets: $50 (in advance; $75 at the door). Details and purchase tickets online.  Sold Out.  Limited Tickets Available at the door.

Thursday, July 23

• New York City Chapter of the National MS Society: "25th Annual Ultimate Summertime Party" at the Central Park Zoo. Food, drink, and dancing. Live music by the Tremors. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Tickets: $75 (in advance until July 21; $85 at the door based on availability). Details and purchase tickets online.

Thursday, July 30

• Young Fellows of the Morgan: "Summer Cocktail Party" from 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. 225 Madison Avenue. Tickets: $75 ($50 for members). Details from 212-590-0338 or purchase tickets online.

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• Giving Opportunities To Others: "Rock the Boat" at the Boat Basin Cafe, 79th Street & Riverside Drive. 8:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Open Bar (varies with ticket level). Tickets: $35.  Details and purchase tickets online.

Although we endeavor to maintain the accuracy of the listings, locations, prices and times should always be confirmed with the sponsoring organization.

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

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