Events for May 2023

The gala, hosted by Harlem-based talk show host Tamron Hall, will return to its in-person format for the first time since 2019 to support the school’s year-round programs and initiatives. This year’s event will celebrate artists and community leaders who play a pivotal role in arts advocacy, philanthropy and community leadership.

Opening Reception: May 4, 2023, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Agora Gallery is pleased to announce A Little Serendipity, a group exhibition of paintings and sculptures that explores the relationship between the expected and unexpected in the creation of art. The works featured in this exhibition are a balance between spontaneous expression and calculated action. […]

Rescue Dogs Rock NYC, Cocktails For Canines With Co-Chairs Georgina Bloomberg and Lara Trump Join us at Versa, 218 West 35th Street, New York, NY Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023. 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Tuesday’s Children provides a lifetime of healing for families who have been forever changed by terrorism, military conflict or mass violence. Our 1st Annual Charity Boxing Night will benefit the families of the many brave men and women who stood up and answered the call to military service following the 9/11 attacks through retreats, mentoring, […]

The Opportunity Network will celebrate its 20th anniversary at the 16th annual Night of Opportunity Gala, honoring and celebrating OppNet Fellows and industry leaders who have committed to expanding inclusion, opportunity, and access in critical ways. This fundraising event will highlight OppNet's mission to close the opportunity gap that exists for students of color that […]

The New York Women’s Foundation is the largest grantmaking women’s foundation in the United States and second in the world. For more than 35 years, The Celebrating Women® Breakfast has been an expression of Radical Generosity, uniting and inspiring The New York Women’s Foundation community, empowering women, and raising critical funds to support grantee partners […]

An Evening Celebrating the Magic of SSP 36+ Years of Empowering Students by Providing Financial Support for Tuition and Devoting Thousands of Hours to Mentor Students

Join us on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Cipriani 42nd Street for our annual Spring Gala celebration, an evening of magnificent design featuring breathtaking tablescapes from dozens of renowned interior designers. At this spectacular event benefiting Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, acclaimed designers create majestic floral centerpieces and elaborate tablescapes using this year’s imaginative theme “All […]

In New York City where mental health issues among young people are on the rise, a new multimedia art installation from the Young People’s Chorus of New York City (YPC) offers healing and hope. TogetherAgain is a collection of music, poetry, voice, photography, film, sculpture and more, presented in three chapters: The Canon’s Project, a […]

A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is now into its second year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings this Friday, having offered to date over 150 conversations and unlimited camaraderie since April 17, 2020. TRU hosts their Community Gatherings every Friday at 5pm ET via Zoom, to explore the creation of […]

Juilliard’s Ellen and James S. Marcus Institute for Vocal Arts presents Juilliard alumna and soprano Mikaela Bennett (BA ’17, voice) and alumnus and pianist Adam Rothenberg (MM ’18, collaborative piano) in the 2023 Vocal Arts Recital at Alice Tully Hall. The annual Vocal Arts Recital is one of the highest profile recitals at Juilliard and […]

On Sunday, May 7th from 12 pm to 6 pm, the 2nd Annual Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu Fair will return to the Bronx Little Italy, featuring traditional foods, entertainment, games, children’s activities, and more, which is hosted by the Albanian American Open Hand Association Inc. (AAOHA). In honor of the Albanian Commander during the 15th Century, and in celebration of Albanian history, […]

Young Concert Artists is thrilled to honor Deborah Borda, Linda and Mitch Hart President and CEO of the New York Philharmonic at the 62nd YCA Gala on Monday, May 8, 6:00 PM, at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Throughout her career Deborah Borda has extended the artistic, commercial, and technological boundaries of what artists and ensembles […]

Join us on Tuesday, May 9, at the Ascent Lounge for a night of celebration as we mark 25 years of empowering young minds! In 1998, ExpandED Schools began building the largest city-funded afterschool system in the country, today serving New York City’s 1.1 million students in grades K–12 with more than 900 programs. A […]

Hundreds of guests including His Eminence, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, will gather to support Inner-City Scholarship Fund, the city’s leading non-profit organization dedicated to providing tuition assistance to low-income students attending Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of New York, at its 46th Annual FRIENDS Gala on Tuesday, May 9th from 6:30 […]

Each year, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation recognizes exceptional individuals representing the diverse industries of fashion, media, healthcare, finance, and others who are dedicated to improving and enriching the lives of women, the IBD community, and the world. We are so proud to have honored these women over our 29-year history – female pioneers, leaders, […]

Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts has partnered with the New York Blood Center to host a community blood drive on Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm in the second floor Uptown Room at Empire City Casino located at 810 Yonkers Avenue, Yonkers, NY. Blood donations can be scheduled by calling […]

The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) will host the Opening Night of TEFAF New York, chaired by Muffie Potter Aston, President, The Society of MSK and Gillian Hearst, Associates Committee Chair event co-chairs Jill Bikoff, Jean Altier Bohm, Leslie Coleman, Judy Gordon Cox, Beth Blake Day, Barkley Hickox, Brooke Kennan, Meghan Klopp, Martha Lamphere, […]

Feeling Here is a group art exhibition at Boricua College Gallery, Bronx Campus, from Thursday 4 May to Saturday 27 May. Nine artists are featured: Terrenceo Hammonds, Ronald Glover, Manny Rodriguez, Ganesh Budwah, Rick S, Christine Murray, Carlos Santana, Peter Jimenez and Francis Palazzolo. They share their lived experiences and emotions through thirty drawings, paintings, […]

Join us for an unforgettable evening to support SEAL Future Foundation, an organization committed to our Navy SEALs and their personal and professional transition from active duty into a life of purpose, stability, and service within their local communities.

A Celebration of Freedom & Justice

The Viennese Opera Ball is an annual white tie charity gala that celebrates the cultural and economic relationships, and friendship between Austria and America while raising funds for Gabrielle's Angel Foundation for Cancer Research. It was founded by Austrians immigrating to the United States 67 years ago, and is a tribute to both their former […]

Kim's workshop will begin with an introduction to puppetry, its history, and its significance as a global art form. Participants will be led through a step-by-step process to make their own scarf marionette using custom-made controls, learn how to make basic movements, and perform for others. Kim will provide fabric; participants are also welcome to […]

Kim's workshop will begin with an introduction to puppetry, its history, and its significance as a global art form. Participants will be led through a step-by-step process to make their own scarf marionette using custom-made controls, learn how to make basic movements, and perform for others. Kim will provide fabric; participants are also welcome to […]

Top NYC chefs will showcase their best dishes for guests to enjoy. Tickets include wine and beer. Proceeds from the event benefit Greenwich House, supporting our work in arts and education, older adult services, behavioral and mental health, and workforce development.

The Sutton Place Parks Conservancy invites you to its annual fundraising Gala in support of its mission to enhance and preserve the six Sutton Parks overlooking the East River. Join us for a night of cocktails, fine dining, live music, and magical entertainment at our Evening of Spring Magic on May 16th from 6PM to […]

The 2023 Women of Vision Awards will celebrate 50 years of progress and power, exploring the past, present and future of the Ms. Foundation and feminist movements, while raising funds and awareness for the organization’s strategic, equity-centered initiatives. It will also honor game-changing grantee partners and visionary leaders committed to the Ms. Foundation’s mission of […]

New York Cares, the largest volunteer network in the city, will host its annual soiree, which celebrates the thousands of committed volunteers who show up for communities in need throughout New York City, on Tuesday, May 16th from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM at Le District, 225 Liberty St, New York, NY 10281. Will Breskman, […]

The 9th Annual Waxman Luncheon will return to AVRA on Madison, Wednesday, May 17th and feature an exciting live auction, followed by a fashion presentation by Max Mara, showcasing the 2023 Spring/Summer collection.This year we are thrilled to honor Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank and the PFRANKMD Heals Foundation for supporting cutting-edge cancer research. Funds raised will support crucial Samuel Waxman […]

Join us as we honor the incomparable Renée Fleming and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra for their musical artistry, which has captivated audiences all over the world. Proceeds from the Luncheon will support our curatorial exchange programs with the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna and the Metropolitan Museum in New York and support the Arenberg Opera Camps […]

The 2023 Institute for Community Living (ICL) Spring Gala continues our tradition of celebrating the individuals and companies working to help those with mental health challenges and substance use disorder live their best life. Scheduled to be hosted at 583 Park Avenue, the event will feature a cocktail reception, served three-course meal, an auction of […]

The 2023 Institute for Community Living (ICL) Spring Gala continues our tradition of celebrating the individuals and companies working to help those with mental health challenges and substance use disorder live their best life. Scheduled to be hosted at 583 Park Avenue, the event will feature a cocktail reception, served three-course meal, an auction of […]

Our Annual MediNova Gala is a premiere event bringing together an extraordinary array of influencers and specially recognized physicians, attorneys, artists, entrepreneurs, corporations, philanthropists, and other exemplary private & public figures, with a common goal of giving back to those in need. Come dressed in your finest attire, walk the red carpet, and partake in […]

Martinis and dog biscuits will be on the menu on Wednesday, May 17th at the 2023 Bideawee Ball where playful pups and the people who love them will raise funds to rescue, treat and place homeless dogs and cats in permanent, loving homes. Bideawee is one of the country’s oldest animal welfare and pet adoption […]

Our Annual MediNova Gala is a premiere event bringing together an extraordinary array of influencers and specially recognized physicians, attorneys, artists, entrepreneurs, corporations, philanthropists, and other exemplary private & public figures, with a common goal of giving back to those in need. Come dressed in your finest attire, walk the red carpet, and partake in […]

The American Friends of Museums in Israel’s Fine Art Online Benefit Auction is now live on Artsy and will begin to close on May 23, 2023, at 12pm EDT: https://www.artsy.net/americanfriendsofmuseumsinisrael2023 Auction Info The online auction features over 70 works including paintings, sculptures, photographs, and works on paper by celebrated artists including: Derrick Adams, André Butzer, […]

2023 HONOREES Business Visionary Award: Ted Sarandos, Co-Chief Executive Officer, Netflix PEN/Audible Literary Service Award: Lorne Michaels, Creator, Writer and Executive Producer Saturday Night Live Master of Ceremonies: Colin Jost, Co-Anchor, “Weekend Update", Saturday Night Live Additional honorees & other special guests to be announced. The evening includes Cocktail Reception, Dinner and Program, and Dessert […]

The MAG Gala is an extraordinary celebration of kindness, dedicated to honoring the angels who uplift others with broken wings through the healing power of love. The Luisa Diaz Foundation's "Kindness is Cool" campaign aims to spotlight individuals and organizations making a positive impact in their communities. Our annual MAG Gala event raises funds to […]

Conductor David Robertson will lead the Juilliard Orchestra in a program featuring John Adams’ Harmonielehre and the New York premiere of Reena Esmail’s RE | Member, at the Commencement Concert on Thursday, May 18 at David Geffen Hall. Adams recently met with conducting and composition students from the Preparatory and College divisions, and this spring, […]

Kick off the summer season with Specialty Shops’ annual Shop & Stroll, a weekend of shopping at the best retailers Manhattan has to offer! Whether you’re looking for a few summer staples or a complete wardrobe refresh, you won’t want to miss out. Guests will enjoy exclusive discounts, sweets & sips, and so much more.

RAD Surf is pleased to partner with SURFSET NYC & Auraswell Collective for a wellness event featuring in-studio simulated surf therapy sessions, with speakers, and meditation. The 30 minute innovative surf experience is an effective workout strengthening the mind & body; with a focus on engaging the core while doing dynamic movement. This afternoon of […]

ABC NEWS CORRESPONDENT AND AUTHOR DEBORAH ROBERTS WILL HOST THE 92ND STREET Y, NEW YORK’S GALA, “150 YEARS OF INSPIRATION” AT CIPRIANI WALL STREET MAY 22, 6 PM Performers include Mezzo-Soprano Katherine Jenkins, OBE, Direct from the Coronation Concert for King Charles III Thursday, May 4, 2023, New York City, NEW YORK – Deborah Roberts, […]

THE GORDON PARKS FOUNDATION AWARDS DINNER AND AUCTION CELEBRATING THE ARTS & SOCIAL JUSTICE, Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 6:30 p.m, Cipriani 42nd Street, New York City HONORING Angela Y. Davis, Amy Sherald, Clara Wu Tsai PATRON OF THE ARTS AWARD Crystal McCrary and Raymond McGuire SPECIAL GUEST. Kate Clark Harris,Daughter of Dr. Kenneth Clark […]

Join the Historic House Trust of New York City for an evening to remember at historic Tavern on the Green in Central Park. Enjoy a hearty selection of New York City-inspired bites, classic cocktails, and live performances in a landmark setting. We will be honoring three icons who help preserve the cultural heritage of New […]

The Gordon Parks Foundation AWARDS DINNER AND AUCTION TUESDAY, MAY 23, 2023 | 6:30 PM HONORING ANGELA Y. DAVIS Presented by Nikole Hannah-Jones AMY SHERALD Presented by Mara Brock Akil CLARA WU TSAI Presented by Rashid Johnson CRYSTAL R. McCRARY and RAYMOND McGUIRE Patrons of the Arts Presented by Thelma Golden SPECIAL GUEST KATE CLARK […]

The annual Gala for the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History will take place on Tuesday, May 23 at the Mandarin Oriental in New York City. This will be the Institute’s 12th annual Gala, which serves to honor individuals who have made a significant and lasting impact on history education. Previous gala honorees include Ken […]

  The Playground Partners of the Women's Committee of the Central Park Conservancy is thrilled to host the Annual Family Party, our most beloved annual event.  This family-friendly fundraiser features activities geared toward children six months to 10 years of age, including sports, magic, music, arts and crafts, and more.

The Playground Partners of the Women's Committee of the Central Park Conservancy is thrilled to host the Annual Family Party, our most beloved annual event.  This family-friendly fundraiser features activities geared toward children six months to 10 years of age, including sports, magic, music, arts and crafts, and more.  

Featuring art and objects from the collections of Preservation Long Island, the Huntington Historical Society, and the Whaling Museum & Education Center, "Blanket Statements" explores Long Island’s early textile industry and the broader historical events that shaped its growth during the first half of the nineteenth century. Light refreshments will be served.