Monday, November 2

• Career Transition for Dancers: "24th Anniversary Jubilee" honoring Patrick Swayze, at New York City Center, followed by an Anniversary Supper with the Stars at the Grand Ballroom at the Hilton New York. 7:00 p.m. Tickets: $600 ($45 for performance only). Details from 212 228-7446, ext. 33.

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• French Institute Alliance Française: "Trophée des Arts Gala 2009" at The Plaza, honoring Robert Wilson and Pierre Bergé. Awards presented by Isabelle Huppert. Details from 646-388-6604.

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• The Cooper Union For The Advancement of Science and Art: "150th Anniversary--Seventh Annual Urban Visionaries Award Dinner and Silent Art Auction"  at 7 World Trade Center. Urban Visionaries awards are bestowed upon distinguished individuals whose outstanding contributions to city life exemplify the spirit of innovation and creative and civic values championed by The Cooper Union. 6:30 p.m.: Cocktails & Silent Art Auction. 8:00 p.m.: Dinner & Awards Presentation. Details from 212-353-4106 or uv@cooper.edu or purchase tickets online.

Thursday, November 5

• New York City Opera: "Theater Debut & Opening Night Celebration" honoring David H. Koch. Gala Performance of "American Voices." Special guest performance by the New York City Ballet. Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. Gala Concert at 7:00 p.m. Dinner and Dancing at 9:00 p.m. Details from 212-870-5595.

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• Turn the Corner Foundation: "Fourth Annual Unmask a Cure Benefit" at the Edison Ballroom. Cuisine from New York Restaurants. Silent and live auctions. 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Business Attire. Tickets: $200 ($250 at the door, if available). Details from 646-278-6727.

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• 92nd Street Y Harkness Dance Center: "75th Anniversary Gala" at 8:00 p.m. The Gala program includes works by Martha Graham, Doug Varone, Katherine Dunham, David Parsons, Pearl Lang, Monica Bill Barnes, Alvin Ailey, Doris Humphrey and Jerome Robbins. Tickets: $100 for performance; $250 for performance and dessert; $1,000 for dinner, performance and dessert. Details from 212-415-5435 or smorton@92Y.org.

Monday, November 9

• Lenox Hill Hospital: "Steppin’ Out--Autumn Ball" at the Waldorf-Astoria Grand Ballroom, honoring Dr. Armando Grassi, Chairman Emeritus Department of Neonatology and Pediatrics. Vice Chairs: Deborah and Allen Grubman, Pat and Ed Gutman, and Drs. Virgie and Marty Ellington. Cocktail Reception: 6:30 p.m. Dinner and Dancing: 8:00 p.m. Tickets: $1200. Black Tie. Details from 212-434-3573.

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• Scleroderma Research Foundation: "Comedy – Hot Cuisine" at Carolines on Broadway. Actor/comedian and Foundation Board Member Bob Saget, who lost his sister to scleroderma, will host the evening featuring appearances by Dana Delany, Jeff Garlin, Colin Quinn, James Smith, John Stamos and other special guests. Celebrity chefs and restaurateurs Susan Feniger (also a Board Member) and Mary Sue Milliken of The Food Network’s Too Hot Tamales will prepare a five-course Latin themed dinner. Tickets: $500. Details from 800-441-CURE.

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• Global Green USA: "10th Anniversary Sustainable Design Awards" at Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers. 6:30 p.m. Chairs: Thomas Roell and Robert Bucklin. Co-Chairs: Leonardo DiCaprio, Josh Lucas, Ann & Jerry Moss, Pat Mitchell & Scott Seydel, and Jeremy Wiesen. Tickets: $500 ($350 for Young Professionals 18-29). Details and purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, November 11

• Parkinson’s Disease Foundation: "Raising the Stakes" at Capitale. Casino games, prizes, cocktails, dinner, and dancing. Details from 212-923-4700.

Friday, November 13

• Dave Nee Foundation: "Fourth Annual Benefit Gala" from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. at the Edison Ballroom, 240 West 47th Street. Cocktails. Hors d'oeuvres. Vintage jazz tunes. Magic performed by the Artifice Group. Formal Festive. Tickets: $200 ($250 at the door if available; $125 for graduate students). Details and purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, November 17

• Museum of Modern Art: "Film Benefit--A Tribute to Tim Burton." Co-Chairs: Helena Bonham Carter, Johnny Depp, Robert A. Iger and Willow Bay, and David and Julia Koch. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Presentation at 7:30 p.m. Dinner at 8:00 p.m. After-Party: 9:00 p.m. - midnight. Tickets: $2500 ($100 for After-Party only;$125 at the door). Details and purchase tickets online.

Wednesday, November 18

• Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation: "12th Annual Collaborating For a Cure" at the Park Avenue Armory. Special music performance by Steve Winwood and after-party concert by The Lost Trailers. Hosts: Elin & Michael Nierenberg with Dale & Peter Claman, Kristin Fizulich, Alyssa & Cliff Greenberg, and Mara & Baron Silverstein. Dinner and Silent & Live Auction at 6:30 p.m. Details from 212-967-6900.

Sunday, November 22

• New York Musical Theatre Festival: "NYMF Awards for Excellence" at the Edison Ballroom, 240 West 47th Street, honoring Time Warner Cable's NY1 and Sh-K-Boom & Ghostlight Records and the winners of the NYMF 2009 Awards for Excellence. Special appearances and performances by some of Broadway's hottest stars and the award-winning NYMF 2009 shows. 6:30 p.m.: Cocktails & Silent Auction. 7:30 p.m.: Dinner. 8:30 p.m.: Awards Presentation & Performance. 10:30 p.m.: VIP After-Party. Festive Dress. Tickets: $350 ($500 for VIP tickets). Details from 212-664-0979, ext. 12, gala@nymf.org or purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, November 24

• New York City Ballet: "Opening Night Benefit." celebrating the opening of the Winter Season in the newly-renovated David H. Koch Theater. Cocktails at 5:30 p.m. Performance at 7:00 p.m. Supper Ball at 9:00 p.m. Black Tie. Tickets: $1,500 ($250 for cocktails and performance only). Details from 212-870-5585

Monday, November 30

• Fedcap: "Celebration of Work" fundraising awards dinner at 10 on the Park at Time Warner Center. Cocktail Hour begins at 6:00 p.m. Dinner and Awards beginning at 7:00 p.m. Fedcap's mission is to empower people with barriers to move towards economic independence as valued members of the workforce. Tickets: $150. Details from 212-727-4245.

Monday, November 2

• New York Public Library: "Young Lions Benefit Party--A Bright Future." Cocktails, dessert, and dancing to music by DJ Cassidy. 9:00 p.m. Dress: Cosmic Couture or Black Tie. Tickets: $300 ($225 for Young Lion Members). Details from 212-930-0856, younglionsdance@nypl.org or purchase tickets online.

Thursday, November 12

• Metropolitan Museum of Art: "Surreal:  The Apollo Circle Benefit." 9:00 p.m. – midnight. Dancing, cocktails, and sweet and savory treats. Black Tie. Tickets: $275 (Apollo Circle Member Ticket: $175). Details from 212-650-2371, apollo.circle@metmuseum.org or purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, November 17

• Museum of Modern Art: "Film Benefit--A Tribute to Tim Burton After-Party" featuring music by DJ Justin Miller. 9:00 p.m. - midnight. Cocktails and dessert. Tim Burton exhibition galleries will be open for viewing. Tickets: $100 ($125 at the door). Details and purchase tickets online.

Thursday, November 19

• Ronald McDonald House of New York City: "Once Upon A Time In Manhattan" at Marquee. Food. Cocktails. Entertainment. Silent auction. Gift bags. Music by DJ Catherine Oulette (a.k.a. "SynCity"). 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Tickets: $155 ($100 for student tickets). 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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