Thursday, May 23, 2013

Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering's Annual Dinner at Le Cirque

Since its start in 1969, the Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering's Special Projects Committee has raised over $13 million to support research projects at the center. As such, tonight's dinner at Le Cirque honors Jamie Niven, who's served on the committee for over 40 years. Tickets for this fantastic soirée range from $500 to $10,000 for a benefactor table. One Beacon Court, 151 East 58th St., 212.639.2102; thesocietyofmskcc.org

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

'Be a Start-Up Queen: How to Launch a Killer Business in Today's Entrepreneurial Economy' at the 92nd Street Y

Join entrepreneurs Iman, Dylan Lauren, and Piera Gelardi in this talk about how to transform your brilliant idea into a successful business. Learn why most start-ups fail, and how yours can succeed. 8 p.m. Tickets start at $29. Kaufmann Concert Hall, 92nd St. Lexington Ave. 212-415-5500; 92y.org

Sunday, June 2, 2013

Mike Birbiglia’s ‘My Girlfriend’s Boyfriend’

Enjoy the final performance of Mike Birbiglia’s award-winning show My Girlfriend’s Boyfriend at Carnegie Hall. Ira Glass will be making a special appearance at the New York Times critic’s pick. Tickets start at $35. 881 7th Ave., 212-247-7800; carnegiehall.org

Monday, June 3, 2013

The Alzheimer's Association's Annual Gala

The Alzheimer's Association, New York City Chapter hosts its annual Forget-Me-Not Gala, An Evening to End Alzheimer's at The Pierre (6 p.m.). Actor Victor Garber, supporter of the cause, will emcee the event. 2 East 61 St., 646-744-2998; alz.org/nyc

Saturday, June 8, 2013

Paul McCartney at Barclay's Center

The former Beatle and iconic solo artist brings his Out There world tour to Brooklyn's Barclay's center for a two-night stand starting tonight, and continuing June 10. Paul will perform songs spanning his entire career, as a solo artist, member of Wings, and dating back to his time withThe Beatles. Showtime is 8 p.m. 620 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn, 917-618-6700; barclayscenter.com

Sunday, June 9, 2013

The 'Tony Awards'

It's the Tony's! Tune in to CBS at 8 p.m.,  as How I Met Your Mother star (and Broadway actor) Neil Patrick Harris hosts his fourth Tony Awards show. The 67th annual show honors theatre professionals for distinguished achievement on Broadway. Will Kinky Boots win Best Musical? Who will take home Best Actor and Actress? How about Best Play? Don't miss this night of nights. cbs.com

Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Sinatra in the Park: City Parks Foundation Gala presented at SummerStage in Central Park

The music of Frank Sinatra is the theme of this year's annual benefit gala, which features performances by John Pizzarelli and The Swing Seven, Andrew Bird, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Aimee Mann & Ted Leo, Joan Osborne, Allen Toussaint, Suzanne Vega, Loudon Wainwright III, and more. Tickets range from and the evening helps raise funds to support City Parks Foundations’s year round free arts, sports, and education programs. Tickets range from $64.95 for general admission to $25,000 for the Platinum Package, which includes VIP Backstage Passes with access to the Artists Lounge. cityparksfoundation.org/calendar/gala/

Thursday, June 13, 2013

The 2013 Human Rights Watch Film Festival Opens

Co-presented by the Film Society of Lincoln Center and IFC Center, this program of twenty films brings human rights issues to life. This 24th edition of the festival includes 18 documentaries and two fiction films, and most screenings are followed by Q&A sessions with filmmakers. Traditional values and human rights is one of four themes for this year’s festival, along with crises and migration, a focus on Asia, and human rights in the United States. The Human Rights Watch Film Festival runs through June 23. For a completely schedule, visit: ff.hrw.org. Most films will be screened at theFilm Society of Lincoln Center’s Elinor Bunin Munroe Film Center, 144 West 65th St., and at the IFC Center, 323 Sixth Ave.; filmlinc.com; ifccenter.com

Wednesday, June 19, 2013

Taste of Summer

Join over 800 guests for a kick-off to summer event under the stars in Central Park at the Bethesda Terrace. Enjoy bites by local restaurants, an exclusive silent auction, and music by one of New York’s very own DJs. Presented by Macquarie, the annual benefit supports the Central Park Conservancy and starts at 7 p.m. 72 St.; centralparknyc.org

David Murray's Quartet and Macy Gray perform at the Sub Culture Arts Underground

In support of the jazz quartet's new album, Be My Monster (out June 11), David Murray's new Infinity Quartet makes its New York debut tonight at the first of two shows at the Sub Culture Arts Underground. Joined by songstress Macy Gray, who appears on the album. This is a show not to be missed. Doors at 6:30 p.m. 45 Bleecker St., 212-533-5470; subculturenewyork.com

Paul McCarthy Exhibition, 'WS,' Opens at Park Avenue Armory

This provocative artist presents an installation inspired by American myths, from Grimm fairy tales to woodland mythologies. From a fantastical forest to two off-scale houses, this immersive experience is visceral and all-encompassing and continues through August 4. 643 Park Ave., 212-616-3930; armoryonpark.org