Friday, September 1

• World Vision Children’s Charity: "Hamptons Gala" hosted by Der-Dau Custom Boots and Shoes to honor its founder, Jose Der, Sr. The night will feature Cuban cuisine, Cuban dress and decorations, Latin music, and dancers, with a setting recreating the ambiance of a Havana night club, and will be held at Duck Walk Vineyards in Water Mill. The evening will include a fundraising auction of one-of-a-kind items. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Tickets: $250 (available in advance only). Details from 917-642-4182, invite@derdau.com, or may be purchased at the Der-Dau boutique at The Hampton Classic.

Wednesday, September 6

• Poly Prep September 11 Memorial Scholarship Fund: "An Evening With Friends" honoring the memory of members of the Poly community who lost their lives on September 11th. Cipriani 42nd Street. 6:30 p.m. Expected to attend are such celebrity parents as singer Art Garfunkel and “Sopranos” cast member Steve Schirripa. The Paul Taylor Dance Company will perform “Promethean Fire.” The benefit will honor alumnus Stewart Rahr, ’63. Tickets: $600. Details from 718-836-9800, ext. 687 or ldellapietra@polyprep.org.

Thursday, September 7

• ACE Lupus Research Fund at IFSH: "Cocktails and Tennis Benefit" hosted by Eric Forman and The Institute for Science and Health, at Tennisport, located in Long Island City, which has views of the Manhattan skyline. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Tennis Exhibition. Silent Auction. Raffle and prizes. Tickets: $100. Details from acelupus@eslergroup.com or 212-370-0700.

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• VIP Community Services: "32nd Anniversary Gala" at Gotham Hall. 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Cocktails, Dinner and Entertainment. Brian Cashman, Senior Vice President and General Manager, New York Yankees will be honored. VIP Community Services is a multi service organization in the Bronx providing individuals with addiction treatment in outpatient and residential settings. Tickets: $500. Details from 718-466-4506.

Saturday, September 9

• American Cancer Society--Staten Island: "Relay for Life" where Soap stars and their fans get to meet and mingle and to also help the fight against cancer, featuring Nathaniel Marston (Michael McBain) and JP Lavoisier (Rex Balsom). 8:00 p.m. - Midnight. Circles West Restaurant, 300 West Service Road, Staten Island. Tickets: $50.

Tuesday, September 12

• Episcopal Social Services: "175th Anniversary Dinner Gala" at the the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine, honoring General Colin L. Powell. General Powell is being honored for his commitment to the lives of urban children. He is the founding chairman of America’s Promise, a community network that, like ESS, helps New York children become self-supporting and contributing adult members of society. He was also raised and educated in the South Bronx, an area where many ESS programs are centered. General Powell will offer brief remarks during the dinner. Dinner co-chairs are Kenneth Kramer, Malcolm MacKay, Elizabeth P. Munson and Diana Nouri. 6:30 p.m.: General admission and reception. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner. Episcopal Social Services is a non-sectarian, non-profit organization committed to creating permanent improvement in the lives of children and adults as they battle the effects of poverty. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-972-2268.

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• The Irish American Arts Awards: "Awards Dinner" at the Jumeirah Essex House. Cocktails start at 6:30 p.m.; dinner at 7:30 p.m. Details online.

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• Hostos Community College: "First Annual Golf Classic" at the Canyon Club, 568 Bedford Road, Armonk, NY. The proceeds from the Classic will provide funds for scholarships held under the auspices of the Eugenio Maria de Hostos Community College Foundation. Details from pmaymi@hostos.cuny.edu, mmoscat@hostos.cuny.edu or 718-518-4300.

Wednesday, September 13

• New York Philharmonic: "Opening Night in Black and White." Details from 212-875-5757.

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• Kips Bay Boys Boys & Girls Club: "Tarzan Theatre Benefit." Tickets $230/$280. Details from 718-893-8600 ext. 245.

Thursday, September 14

• Jazzmobile/Society of Singers--Katrina Fund: "A Night in New Orleans" to benefit the displaced singers and musicians of Katrina, at 24 Fifth Avenue. Chairman: Alex Donner.  Festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. Tickets: $500. Details from 212-366-4447.

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• Citizens for NYC: "Dazzling Dance Party" at the Copacabana, 34th Street and 11th Avenue. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Dance to Louis Bauzo and the Harbor Latin Big Band, take a dance lesson with Latin Dance Champions Tony Meredith and Melanie LaPatin. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner and dessert buffet. Raffle with gourmet and exotic items. Downtown chic attire. No long speeches or testimonials. Event proceeds will help fund hundreds of neighborhood grassroot programs throughout the five boroughs. Dress to the nines and don a mask. Tickets: $350 ($250 for ages 25 to 35 years; and $200 for under 25 years).  Details from 212-989-0909 or ataibleson@citizensnyc.org.

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• Greater New York Chapter, The American Liver Foundation: "Flavors of New York Culinary Gala & Spirit of New York Awards" at the Pierre Hotel. Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. Dinner at 7:00 p.m. Spirit of New York Award Recipient: Pamela J. Newman, Executive Vice President, Aon Risk Servies, Inc. Physician of the Year Award Recipient:  Dr. Douglas T. Dieterich, Mount Sinai Medical Center. Live and Silent Auction. Black Tie. Tickets: $500 Details from 212-943-1059.

Saturday, September 16

• Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC: "2006 Race for the Kids" at 10:00 a.m.  at Riverside Park. Details online.

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• A Leg To Stand On: "2nd Annual Hedge Fund Polo" at The Ox Ridge Hunt Club, 512 Middlesex Road, Darien, Connecticut. 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Live music after the match from the hedge fund band, The Subscribers. Rain date is Sunday, September 17. Tickets: $50 (before July 15th; $75 after, kids free) Details and purchase tickets online.  A Leg To Stand On helps transform the lives of disabled children in developing countries by offering them the physical capabilities and self-esteem required to access education, work, and other community activities. 

Saturday, September 16 - Sunday, September 24

• The Tibet Fund: "The Tibet Show." Four photographers celebrate the culture of Tibet at an exhibition and fundraiser at The Photographic Gallery. 252 Front Street. On the exhibition’s opening night there will be a performance by Tibetan Folk singer Tenzin Kunsel and a talk by the President of the Tibet Fund, Rinchen Dharlo. Limited edition prints will be on sale at the gallery by credit card and for online purchase. The Tibet Fund is a primary non-profit organization dedicated to helping Tibetans improve their lives and preserve their distinct cultural, religious and national identity. Details from tibet.rsvp@gmail.com and dharlo@tibetfund.org.

Sunday, September 17 and Monday, September 18

• John Starks Foundation: "Reception and Celebrity Golf Tournament." Former NY Knicks Guard & NBA All-Star, John Starks will host the 11th Annual John Starks Celebrity Classic. The two day event begins with a "A Broadway Evening of Mystery" at the Marriott Marquis on Sunday and ends with a celebrity golf tournament at Old Oaks Country Club on Monday. Tickets: $250 (for reception only)/Golf foursomes: $5,000. The John Starks Foundation was established in 1994 to provide financial assistance to programs whose primary focus is advancing the educational and recreational needs of children and families. Details online or from 203-322-7788.

Monday, September 18

• Golfers Against Cancer for the benefit of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center and Columbia Presbyterian: "Dinner for Cancer Research" at the University Club. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres at 6:00 p.m. Dinner, entertainment and live auction at 7:30 p.m. Silent Auction. Cocktail Attire. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 281-361-7710.

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• The Actors' Fund: "An Evening with Christine Ebersole" at New World Stages. Performance at 7:30 p.m. followed by a post-performance reception. Tickets: $500 ($100 for performance only). Details from 212-221-7300, ext. 133 or tickets@actorsfund.org.

Tuesday, September 19

• New York City Opera: "Fall Gala Concert." The evening will begin with cocktails at 6:30 p.m. on the Grand Promenade of the New York State Theater, followed by the Gala Concert at 7:30 p.m. A black tie dinner with dancing to the Peter Duchin Orchestra will take place on the Promenade of the State Theater immediately following the performance. Honoree: Paula Zahn, Anchor of CNN's Paula Zahn Now. Chairs: Mary Sharp Cronson; Richard and Jennie DeScherer; Mark and Lorry Newhouse; and George and Joan Schiele. Performance: Gala Concert of opera highlights featuring stars of City Opera's past, present and future. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 212-870-5622.

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• Institute of International Education: "International Awards Gala 2006" at the the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. 6:30 p.m.: Reception. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner & Awards Ceremony. Honorees: Stephen P. Duggan Award for Mutual Understanding to The Freeman Foundation; the Opening Minds Corporate Leadership Award to Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.; and the Fritz Redlich Alumni Award to Edward R. Murrow. Casey Murrow will accept an award in honor of his late father. Co-Chairs: Maryam Ansary; Peter M. Gottsegen; Henry G. Jarecki; Thomas S. Johnson; and Henry Kaufman. The IIE cultivates new generations of leaders and foster global citizenship, and administers the Fulbright Program on behalf of the U.S. Department of State, among other programs. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 914-834-2868.

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• Union Square Partnership: "Harvest in the Square" a tasting event with 45 neighborhood restaurants, wines and microbrews in New York City. Unlimited tastings. Northern Plaza of Union Square Park. 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Details from 212-460-1208 or purchase tickets online.

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• Project Renewal and Common Ground: "Boat Cruise" to help New York City's homeless, from 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. (Boards promptly at 7:00 p.m. at the World Yacht Marina at Pier 81, West 41st Street and 12th Avenue.) Dinner, drinks and music. Tickets: $60 (in advance $75 at the dock.)  Details from 212-471-0815 or purchase tickets online.

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• Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club: "10th Annual Uptown Designer House Tour" at George Smith Furniture & Fabrics, 232 East 59th Street. where participants will have a light breakfast, pick up their tickets and a tour map. Self-guided tours of private homes designed by celebrated designers and former Kips Bay Show House participants will take place from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. A cocktail reception will follow. Tickets: $125 (prepaid; $150 at the door, if available). Details from 718-893-8600, ext. 245.

Wednesday, September 20

• Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian: "Beauty Surrounds Us--A Gala Celebration" at One Bowling Green.. The Grand Opening of the Diker Pavilion. Reception and Preview of Highlights from the Permanent Collection at 6:00 p.m. Ribbon Cutting and Dedication at 6:45 p.m. Dinner in the Beaux-Arts Rotunda at 7: 30 p.m. Event Chairs: Margot Ernst and Valerie Rowe. Festive Attire. Tickets: $1,500. Details from 212-675-9474, ext. 17 or sfrank@sualtd.com to follow.

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• Metropolitan Opera Guild: "Anna Moffo--A Celebration" at Alice Tully Hall. 7:30 p.m. Selections of Moffo on film and video. Host: Sherrill Milnes. With appearances and reminiscences by: Licia Albanese; Rosalind Elias; Nimet Habachy; Marilyn Horne; Roberta Peters; George Shirley; and Risë Stevens. Following the program a champagne and dessert reception. Tickets: $135 (Performance only tickets: $60 for Guild members, $85 for non-Guild members). Details from 212-769-7009.

Thursday, September 21

• The Community Coalition : "Most Unique Auction Cocktail Party & Fashion Show" at the Forbes Magazine Galleries at 12th Street & 5th Avenue. 6:30 p.m. Cocktails. Community Coalition Founder & President: Moira Forbes Mumma. Committee Chairs: Chad Burkhardt, Catherine I. Forbes, Chip Brady & Allison Weiss Brady, and Christopher London. Tickets: $75 (per person or $125 per couple). Details from SuzYoung1@aol.com or 610-415-1167.

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• New Yorkers For Children: "Annual Fall Gala" at Cipriani 42nd Street. Co-Chairs: Oscar de la Renta and Deborra-Lee and Hugh Jackman. Vice Chairs include: Debbie Bancroft, Jon Blum, Donya Archer Bommer, Susan L. Burden, Beth Rudin DeWoody, Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos, Susan Korb, Timothy Shifter, Lauren Shortt Pinto, Orna Shulman and Kelly Behun Sugarman. New Yorkers For Children is the not-for-profit organization that works in partnership with the Administration for Children’s Services to benefit children in foster care in New York City. Tickets:  $1,000. Details from 212-921-9070, ext. 10 or nyfc@jfm2productions.com.

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• For the benefit of the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund: "An Intimate Evening with Phoebe Snow" at 6:00 p.m. at Tony's Di Napoli, 147 West 43rd Street. 6:00 p.m.: Cocktails. 7:00 p.m.: Dinner. 8:00 p.m.: Performance, Live Auction, and VIP After-Party. Tickets: $325.00 (includes cocktails, dinner, performance, and entrance into after-party with Phoebe Snow/$200.00 for cocktails, dinner, and performance only). Details from 212-268-1002 or purchase tickets online.

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• The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center: "Opening Night--Sounds of the Season" honoring Charles Wadsworth. Founding Artistic Director of the Chamber Music Society. Cocktail Reception at 6:30 p.m. Performance at Alice Tully Hall at 7:30 p.m. Post-Performance Dinner in the Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse. Tickets: $500 ($135 for performance and cocktail reception only; $70 for performance only). Details from 212-875-5781 or modenwelder@chambermusicsociety.org.

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• HHC Foundation: "A Right to Care" a solo performance piece written and performed by Sarah Jones, at the Hudson Theatre, 145 West 44th Street. The evening will begin with Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. followed by Dinner at 7:00 p.m. and the Performance at 8:00 p.m. (80 minutes; no intermission). A special question and answer session with Sarah Jones in character will immediately follow the performance. Event Chair: Charlynn Goins, Chairperson of HHC. Commissioned by the Kellogg Foundation, A Right to Care "explores the way racial, economic and ethnic disparities can impact the healthcare system." The HHC Foundation is the philanthropic arm of New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation, the City's public hospital system and the largest municipal healthcare system in the country. Tickets: $600 (show only tickets: $100). Details from 646-458-2810 or online.

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• Foreign Policy Association: "2006 World Leadership Forum Dinner" in honor of H.E. Michelle Bachelet, President of Chile, at the Waldorf-Astoria. Reception at 6:30 p.m. Dinner at 7:30 p.m. Black. Tie. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 212-481-8100, ext. 222 or purchase tickets online.

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• For the benefit of the Children's Burn Camp Program of The New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation: "A Salute to Firefighters" at Saloon, 1584 York Avenue (Between 83rd and 84th Streets). First drink on the house. Door prizes, raffles, deeply discounted drinks, complimentary snacks and special guests. 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Tickets: $15 (in advance)/Firefighter Tickets:  $5. Details from burncampfundraiser@gmail.com.

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• The National Women’s Division – New York Chapter of Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous in Ancient Rome.” Art Lecture Luncheon, at the Harmonie Club, 4 East 60th Street, with art historian and lecturer, Marlene Barasch Strauss as featured speaker. Noon. Tickets: $100 (reservations are essential). Details from 718-430-3804.

Monday, September 25

• The Foundation for AIDS Research: "amfAR Rocks 2006" at the Puck Building. 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Open bar and tastings from more than 40 of New York City’s top restaurants. Ticket $175 ($200 at the door, if available). Details from 212-806-1600.

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• Family Justice Imitative of the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City: "Fete de Swifty." founded by Liz Smith. Cocktails. Silent Auction. Entertainment. 73rd Street (between Lexington and Third Avenues). 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Festive Attire. Tickets $350 ($150 for 40 and under). Details from 212-573-6933.

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• Cancer Research & Treatment Fund: "What is New in Cancer Research?" a luncheon featuring the Director of the Breast Cancer Program at Weill Medical College of Cornell University, Linda T. Vahdat, M.D. 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. The Woodcrest Country Club, Syosset, New York. Gift bags. Tickets: $75. Details from 212-213-1166 or cccevents@aol.com.

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• Cancer Research and Treatment Fund: "Annual Golf and Tennis Tournament" at the Woodrest Country Club. 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Details online.

Tuesday, September 26

• Storm King Art Center: "Benefit Luncheon" at the Metropolitan Club, honoring James H. Ottaway, Jr., Trustee and Vice Chairman. Co-Chairs: Peter A. Bienstock, Alice Cary Brown, and Richard L. Menschel. Noon - 2:00 p.m. Storm King Art Center is a museum that celebrates the relationship between sculpture and nature in Mountainville, New York. Details from 914-235-1490, ext. 14 or stormking@jfm2productions.com.

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• Children's Cancer and Blood Foundation for the benefit of the Divisions of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, New York- Presbyterian Hospital Weill Cornell Medical Center: "Breakthrough Ball" at the Pierre Hotel, honoring Dr. Margaret Hilgartner and Mr. & Mrs. Malcolm Wiener. Cocktails begin at 6:30 p.m. with dinner at 7:30 p.m. Charles Grodin will serve as the Master of ceremonies, and Benjamin Doller as the auctioneer. There will be a special performance by Patti Labelle. Black Tie. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 212-297-4336.

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• FXB: "Saving Grace" a dinner benefiting FXB. "Grace" is an FXB Village Wendy Maitland has adopted and has committed to raising funds for in Remera, Rwanda. Hosted with Julianne Moore, Matt Dillon, Marisa Tomei and Jesse McCartney at 50 Bond Street Penthouse (Between Bond and Lafayette). 6:30 p.m.: Private viewing of photographer Brian Hamill's iconic images of John Lennon, Muhammad Ali, Mick Jagger, Woody Allen and Robert DeNiro, followed at 7:30 p.m. by a VIP Dinner by 5 Ninth Executive Chef Zak Pelaccio. The Exclusive Reception will be at 7:30 p.m. by Fatty Crab. All to be followed by photo auction and performances by the Tangents, Visible from Space and Jesse McCartney. FXB is an international non-profit organization whose mission is to fight poverty and AIDS and support the world's orphans and vulnerable children left in the wake of the pandemic by advocating for their needs and reinforcing the capacities of communities that care for them. Tickets: $1,000 (for VIP Dinner)/$250 for the Exclusive Reception. Details from juddharris@corcoran.com or 212-941-2672.

Wednesday, September 27

• Tuesday's Children: "A Toast to New York September Benefit" at Cipriani Wall Street. Cocktails. Food. Live Entertainment. Live and Silent Auctions. 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Tickets: $200 ($350 per pair). Details from 212-319-3988.

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• For the benefit of Aid for Aids & New York Foundation for the Arts: "Art (212) Contemporary Art Fair--Private Preview Benefit." 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Tickets: $75 (or $130 for two; $100 each at the door). Details from 212-366-4139 or online.

Thursday, September 28

• Blue Ocean Institute: "First Annual Benefit Dinner and Blue Ocean Awards Ceremony" honoring Roger Payne, whale researcher; Peter Matthiessen, writer; and  David Doubilet, undersea photographer. Milk Gallery, 450 West 15th Street. Cocktail reception from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Blue Ocean Institute is a non-profit ocean conservation group based in Cold Spring Harbor, co-founded by MacArthur Fellow Carl Safina and Mercedes Lee. Tickets: $350. Details from 631-367-0063 or lwayne@blueocean.org.

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• BCA: "3rd Annual Global Food and Wine Experience" scheduled to take place at Tavern on the Green. Over 50 chefs and wine merchants will create a platform for over 75 culinary students from multiple area schools while being mentored in their restaurants for this culinary experience. The event will include a culinary sampling from various restaurants paired with an array of different wines from around the world. Culinary students work with chefs in executing the event for a real life mentoring experience. In addition, the event will highlight the accomplishments of Peter Morales. The BCA is a national, not-for-profit organization devoted to the enhancement of professional and educational opportunities for people of color within the foodservice and hospitality industry. Details on ticket purchase from 1-866-469-8497 or purchase tickets online, or for additional information on the BCA from 800-308-8188 or 646-548-2949 or iaddison@thebca.net

Wednesday, September 13

• Cancer Research and Treatment Fund: "Cruise for a Cure" aboard the Festiva. 79th Street Boat Basin. 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Boarding starts at 6:30 p.m., with the cruise from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Tickets: $100. Details online.

Thursday, September 14

• Jazzmobile/Society of Singers--Katrina Fund: "A Night in New Orleans" to benefit the displaced singers and musicians of Katrina, at 24 Fifth Avenue. Chairman: Alex Donner. Dancing begins at 9:00 p.m. Junior Tickets (dancing only): $150. Details from 212-366-4447.

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• Citizens for NYC: "Dazzling Dance Party" at the Copacabana, 34th Street and 11th Avenue. 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Dance to Louis Bauzo and the Harbor Latin Big Band, take a dance lesson with Latin Dance Champions Tony Meredith and Melanie LaPatin. Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner and dessert buffet. Raffle with gourmet and exotic items. Downtown chic attire. No long speeches or testimonials. Event proceeds will help fund hundreds of neighborhood grassroot programs throughout the five boroughs. Junior Tickets: $250 (for ages 25 to 35 years; and $200 for under 25 years).  Details from 212-989-0909 or ataibleson@citizensnyc.org.

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• The Young Associates of the Metropolitan Opera: "2006-07 Kick-Off Party" at the Revlon Bar and Terrace, The Metropolitan Opera House. 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Musical program by the Met's Lindemann Young Artists will begin at 7:15 p.m. Tickets: $50 (in advance; tickets will not be sold at the door). Details from 212-870-4587 or ya@metopera.org.

Tuesday, September 19

• The Young Leadership Committee of Lighthouse International: "Stand Up for the Lighthouse featuring Greg Giraldo" at 6:30 p.m. at Comix, 353 West 14th Street. Tickets: $60 (in advance; $75 at the door). Details from and purchase tickets online.

Thursday, September 21

• Junior Council of the American Museum of Natural History: "Junior Council Kickoff-Journey Into Amazing Caves." Screening and Cocktail Reception. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Program will begin promptly at 7:15 p.m. Please enter the Museum on 77th Street. Business Attire. Tickets: Junior Council Members free/Guests of the Junior Council: $80 (in advance or $100 at the door). Details from 212-496-3458.

Monday, September 25

• The Foundation for AIDS Research: "amfAR Rocks 2006" at the Puck Building. 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Open bar and tastings from more than 40 of New York City’s top restaurants. Ticket $175 ($200 at the door, if available). Details from 212-806-1600.

Wednesday, September 27

• Tuesday's Children: "A Toast to New York September Benefit" at Cipriani Wall Street. Cocktails. Food. Live Entertainment. Live and Silent Auctions. 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Junior Tickets: $150 (under 30 years of age). Details from 212-319-3988.

Thursday, September 28

• S.L.E. Lupus Foundation: "Second Annual Young Professionals Party" at Stereo, 512 West 29th Street. Classic hip hop, 80’s and R&B music. Open bar. Hors d’oeuvres. Gift Bag. Raffle. Tickets: $100 (if purchased by September 15th; $120 thereafter or at the door;Tickets go on sale August 5th). Details from cdawes@lupusny.org or lmunoz@lupusny.org or 212-685-4118.

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• The Young Leadership Council of Gilda’s Club Worldwide: "Second Annual Benefit" at the DKNY Flagship Store, 655 Madison Avenue. 7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. An Evening of Shopping, Sponsored Open Bar, Hors D’oeuvres, Raffle and Gift Bags. Music by DJ Berrie. A 20% Shopping Discount will be extended throughout the duration of the event. Tickets: $100. Details from 917-305-1200 or purchase tickets online.

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• East Harlem Tutorial Program Junior Board: "3rd Annual Gala" at The Boathouse in Central Park. 8:00 p.m. Food, drinks and dancing. Cocktail attire requested. Tickets: $150 ($250 per couple). Details from 212-831-0650, ext. 134 or apadillas@ehtp.org.

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• Student Sponsorship Programme in South Africa Young Professionals: "Wine Tasting and Silent Auction Benefit" at Harlem Vintage, 2235 Frederick Douglass Boulevard (at 121st Street), Manhattan, from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The evening will feature hors d’oeuvres, a sampling of South Africa’s unique grapes, and a silent auction. Subway Directions: A,B,C,D to 116th St. & Frederick Douglass Blvd (8th Avenue). or 2,3 to 125th Street and Lenox Avenue. (6th Avenue). Student Sponsorship Programme in South Africa addresses post-Apartheid educational disparities by providing scholarships and mentorships to low-income primary school students, helping them attend South Africa’s best high schools. Tickets: $45 (for YPNYC members/$55 for non-members). Details online.

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• Vietnam Relief Effort,: "An Evening at Knoll" 76 Ninth Avenue, 11th Floor (between 15th Street and 16th Street), to benefit the people of Vietnam and the tsunami victims, with supermodel Petra Nemcova (Sports Illustrated and Victoria's Secret) and her foundation "The Happy Hearts Fund," from 6:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Tickets: $100 (advance donation by check to: Vietnam Relief Effort, 421 Degraw St., #4L, Brooklyn, NY 11217, or by PayPal, or a $150 suggested minimum donation at the door). Details from rsvp@vietnamrelief.org.

Friday, September 29

• Project by Project New York for the benefit of Asian CineVision: "8th Annual Food & Wine Tasting Benefit" at the Copacabana, 560 West 34th Street. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (VIP reception at 6:00 p.m.) Gourmet food, wines, silent auction and celebrity sous chefs. Tickets: $150. Details and purchase tickets online.

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• For the benefit of Creative Commons: "WIRED NextFest 2006 Benefit Concert-- Next Music" featuring Peeping Tom (with Mike Patton, DJ Rob Swift, and Rahzel), a full DJ set by Diplo, and Girl Talk at 9:00 p.m. Doors open 8:00 p.m. Irving Plaza, 17 Irving Place. Creative Commons is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the open sharing of information. CC provides free copyright licenses that let artists, authors, and other content creators tell the world exactly which parts of their copyright they are happy to give to the public. There are more than 140 million creative works published under CC licenses - all available to the general public to share and use under certain terms. To celebrate CC's work in promoting remix culture and the vitality of the public domain, Wired is hosting a Creative Commons benefit concert, featuring artists that embody the spirit of what CC Chairman Lawrence Lessig calls "read/write culture." Details and purchase tickets online.

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