Battery Park City Life

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2 -FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3
Shecky's Beauty Night Out
You're cordially invited to Shecky's 4th annual Beauty Night Out, featuring product sampling and services from over 50 of Shecky's 2008/2009 BEAUTY AT ITS BEST winners. Tickets are selling fast for the biggest beauty event of the year. Shecky's Ultimate Beauty Goodie Bag, now worth over $150, is so overstuffed with amazing products that we can hardly fit it all in one bag! Don't miss out - get your Ultimate Beauty Goodie Bag ticket before they're all gone! La Venue 608 West 28th Street (11th/12th avenues), Time- 5pm-10 pm. General admission $10. Deluxe Goodie Bag ticket $30. To RSVP plse call 212 242 2566 ext 36

"Celebration of Hope" Silent and Live Auction to benefit the Bowery Mission Women's Center
Join us for an exciting silent and live auction event at the hip Bowery Hotel including a fashion show featuring the collections of Nina McLemore, Magaschoni and Brooks Brothers amd live entertainment to benefit The Bowery Mission Women's Center at Heartsease Home. The Women's Center is a place where a woman who is without a home, without hope, and without an advocate can find spiritual, physical, emotional and practical help. The Bowery Mission, the Bowery Hotel, 335 Bowery, Time 6:30pm - 10 pm. Price $100 per person, those under 30 years of age $50. For more information plse call 212 684 2800 ext 123.

RONALD WALTERS ON THE SOCIAL CONTRACT at the New School
One of the most renowned scholars and voices on issues of African - American leadership and American politics examines the "social contract" between the American government and citizenry - and asks if it applies to all citizens or only some. The New School, 55 West 13th Street, 2nd floor, Time 7pm-9pm. Price $8. For more information plse call 212 229 5488.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3
Loreley's 5th Anniversary Party
Celebrate 5 years of Loreley Restaurant & Biergarten with DJ Foosh & Friends. Dancing, Oktoberfest Beer Specials. 9 pm - all night. No cover charges. Loreley Restaurant and Biergarten, 7 Rivington Street (Bowery and Chrystie sts), FREE ADMISSION, NO COVER,  For more information, plse call 212 253 7077.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4
Paint the Music
A unique opportunity to witness art in action as synesthetic artist Patrick Collins paints the music live and in color. The inspiration will be provided by violinist Oleg Rutkovsky and pianist Anna Forsythe, who will play music by Dmitri Shostakovich. Along with the live painting, the music will be interpreted by Eyes of a Blue Dog, an avant-garde dance troupe. Guests will also be treated to a set of Russian Romances performed by Moscow-born singer and guitar player Olga Kisseleva. Chashama Window Box Theater, 217 East 42nd Street. Price $40 at the door. For more information, plse call 551 579 0226.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5
Fall Foliage Sailing Excursion to Long Island Sound
Afternoon Wine Tasting/ Pumpkin Picking on Long Island's North Fork.
Join us for a 2 hour Sail aboard the oldest Oyster Sloop in the country.
This will take place at the most beautiful harbor in Long Island Sound, Oyster Bay.
After sailing, we will head further east to Long Island's North Fork to enjoy a picnic lunch and wine tasting at one of the Premier Local Wine Makers. Cost of $79 includes transport, 2 hrs sailing and wine tasting. For more information,
plse call 917 622 5851.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7
Sushi and Sake 101
This Sushi 101 Class is for anyone with a love of sushi.
Learn the art of sushi from start to finish including proper rice cooking, how to make wasabi and spicy mayo. Learn the techniques required to roll some of your favorites including basic inside-out
rolls like Tuna, Salmon and Shrimp, Vegetable Rolls and Tempura Rolls followed by all-you-can eat and all-you-can drink Sushi & Sake.
Sidebar 118 E. 15th Street at Irving Place 7-9 pm $40 per person includes instructional sushi lesson and all-you-can-eat sushi and sake. call 212.677.2900 x 8003 for more information.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11
WILDERNESS OBSTACLE COURSE
Rock Climbing and Rappelling, Tyrolean Traverse and more. ALL levels of experience welcome, but you should not be afraid of hights...Fully insured, licensed, and accredited instructors will prepare you to scale the walls of The Rock Face with full professional equipment. Under highly qualified supervision you will learn to move on the rocks, climb and belay, and understand the required safety and back up procedures. This will take place in upstate NY, 8 am - 6:30 pm. Cost: $159 which includes transportation, park fee, some snacks, and beer for the way back! You will need to bring: backpack, lunch, sandwiches, picnic, water, etc. For more information, plse call 917 622 5851.

ROCK SCRAMBLING AND DAY HIKE
This is a brand new Special Expedition Trip: Our rock scrambling adventure into The Talus. Hiking distance is about 5 miles r/t, optional extension loop 7 miles. Rock scrambling is non-technical ascent of the mountain, full body work out. Transportation provided.  You will need to bring: backpack, water, lunch, sandwiches, picnic, etc. Hiking boots recommended. This will take place in upstate NY, 8am- 6:30pm, Cost $55 will include transportation, park entry fees, water, gatorade, beer and some snacks as well. For more information, plse call 917 622 5851.

Benefit for Oceana at Blvd
Come celebrate at a benefit for Oceana with Oceanblue Divers, America's Ultimate Scuba Diving Club and the Women Divers Hall of Fame! The evening will feature a 1-hour OPEN BAR, DJ, a silent auction and raffle of trips, training, equipment, jewelry and much more! Mix and mingle with Stan Waterman, Anne Doubilet, and many Women Divers Hall of Famers.  A portion of proceeds benefits OCEANA and the Women Divers Hall of Fame scholarship program. Blvd- 199 Bowery, 10 am - 4 pm. dress code is trendy, price before 10/10/08 - $55. At venue - $60. For information, plse email info@oceanbluedivers.net or call 212 254 0803.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12
High Ropes Climbing - Upstate NY
Want to overcome your fear of heights or push yourself to new limits? Then a high ropes course might just be the answer! Standing on a 35-foot high pole, ready to jump and grab a trapeze bar, will surely help to redefine your boundaries. With high ropes climbing, you'll experience a new awareness of the placement of your limbs, the agility of your body, and the single-mindedness that only the outdoors can bring. The day is all about challenge & camaraderie! Spaces limited; sign up soon! Time 8am-6pm, Cost $129, You will have to wear outdoor athletic wear and shoes or hiking boots. For more information, plse call 212 579 4568.

FALL FOLIAGE, LIGHT TO INTERMEDIATE DAY HIKE - MINNEWASKA STATE PRESERVE
AMAZING FALL FOLIAGE: A Light to Intermediate 7.5 miles hike, with option to go for an extended loop: 8.5+ miles. Rolling hills will amazing views of two gorgeous lakes and several hundred feet cliffs. Located in the Minnewaska Tate Preserve, 1 hour 45 minutes from New York...You will need to bring: backpack, lunch, sandwiches, picnic, water, liquids... and good spirits ! Upon return to the van, you will be "greeted" by beer, water, and gatorade... and some snacks. Cost $45 will include transportation, snacks and beer! Please call 917 622 5851 for more information.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 13
Shecky's Girl's Night Out
Shecky's Girls Night Out Returns to NYC this Fall! Shop up to 100 emerging designers on sale. Sip unlimited complimentary cocktails. Sample fabulous products & services.
Score fabulous finds in Shecky's Goodie Bag! Starts at 5pm, the Puck Building, $10 general admission, $30 for deluxe goodie bag ticket. Call 212-242-2566 ext 36.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14
Cider Tasting and Pumpkin Infused Menu
Fall is upon us, and that can only mean one thing - Cider!!
Warm up with a homemade cider tasting in the Tasting Room at Vintage Irving. Taste a selection of our homemade Ciders-Apple Cinnamon, Pear Clove and Cranberry Orange paired with a special Pumpkin Menu- Pumpkin Soup with Duck Confit and Cranberry Foiegras Butter served in a Pumpkin, Wild Mushroom Valencia Rice, Butternut Squash with Black Truffle Vinaigrette, Pumpkin Seed Crusted Fried Green Tomatoes and Pumpkin Souflee! Starts at 7pm, the Tasting Room at Vintage Irving, 118A East 15th Street @Irving. Call 212-228-4200 x8008. Cost $49.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16
Pumpkin Ale Tasting and Pumpkin Carving Night
It's Halloween time, and you don't need to dress up in a costume to get in the spirit of this holiday. Instead, get ready by attending our pumpkin filled evening of fun! Try a multitude of different pumpkin ales to put you in that crisp autumn mood, and after you fill up on festive beer, show off your creative skills while you carve a mini pumpkin to take home with you! Time: 7pm at SideBar, 118 East 15th @Irving.
Cost $30. For more information plse call 212-228-4200 x8008.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18
Fall Foliage:Storm King Mountain- Double Top Intermediate Hike
For the active outdoorsy professional, take a day hike to Storm King Mountain and Black Rock Forest where you will see amazing Fall Colors overlooking the Hudson River...planned is an intermediate 6.0 mile hike, with option to go for an extended loop: 8 miles.
Meeting / Departure:
8.45 am Upper East Side
9.00 am Union Square
9.15 am Upper West Side
Returning: ca. 6.00 pm
You will need to bring: backpack, lunch, sandwiches, picnic, water, liquids... and good spirits !! Hiking boots always recommended, sneakers ok...Cost is $45 which includes transportation, snacks and beer for the ride back. Call 917-622-5851 for more information.

ShaZam! A Day for Family Action Heroes
This October 18th, Mercy Corps and Children for Children will empower young people and their families to take action and become heroes in the fight against global hunger. Join us and learn how youth of allages can make a difference at home and around the world! Featuring interactive activity stations with The Growing Connection (UN/FAO), Heifer International, PlayPumps International, The Full Belly Project, Media that Matters and City Harvest.  11am - 3pm. 6 River Terrace in Battery Park City (Vesey st and North End Avenue). Plse call 212- 537-0500 or email events@actioncenter.org to RSVP.

I LOVE THE 80'S PARTY STRIKES BACK
As written up in the NY Post & Daily News. DLJ spins the best damn 80s music PERIOD! 2 floors, 2 bars & 1 TOTALLY AWESOME time!  Plus, 2 FOR 1 DRINKS FROM 9-11PM!Perfect for celebrating birthdays, bachelorette parties, or special occasions!This party has been running strong for 10 years and is the only all 80's party in NYC!
Cost: $15, CRT Bar and Lounge, 108 West 40th street (Bway and 6th Avenue)
Call 201-346-6495 to rsvp.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19
Fall Foliage - The White Cliffs - Light to Intermediate Day Hike
Come join us for a day in the wilderness of the Harriman Highlands, a light to intermediate Day Hike - with options to make it more challenging for advance hikers.Hike will pass over the White Cliffs Overlook: For lunch, we will break at our half way point and our favorite Lake Front Picnic spot. For a fun and invigorating day in nature.. you need to bring: backpack, lunch, sandwiches, picnic, water, liquids... and good spirits !! Time: 9am - 6pm, cost: $45 which includes transportation, water, gatorade, some snacks and beer for the ride back. email Igor@DynamicOutdoors.com for more information.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22
Bartending Class
Always wanted to try your hand at Bartending? Want to learn how to make your favorite drinks? Join us for this 90-minute hands on lesson where you will have the chance to get behind the bar, "Cocktail Style." We'll learn (and sample) the most common recipes a bartender makes. Additionally, we'll learn how to set up the bar, pour a beer (it's actually harder then you think!), and all about garnishes! Throughout the class, we get an open bar that includes unlimited mixed well drinks!
Time - 7pm -11 pm, where- Village Pourhouse - 3rd avenue @ 11th street, in the back bar - (212) 979-2337 cost: $35 in advance, $40 at the event. email jared@thelunchclub.com for more information.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23
Flute Fest
Join us for our popular annual gala tasting of 20 French champagnes. This is a fun and informative walk-around tasting that guests will move through at their own pace while enjoying passed hors d'oeuvres and a live DJ. This year, ticket sales will benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Team in Training. Dress Code: business casual, cost: $75. Time: 6pm - 10pm. call 646-706-3379 for more information.

Oktoberfest Dinner and Beer Pairing
Can't make it to Germany this year?
Come celebrate Oktoberfest at Vintage Irving on Thursday, October 23rd!
Join us for an Oktoberfest dinner and beer pairing where you will taste three kinds of Sausage: Bratwurst, Kielbasa, Chorizo with Soft Pretzels and Beer grain mustard along with some selected beer pairings. Time: 7pm, cost $49. Venue: Tasting Room at Vintage Irving 118A East 15th Street@ Irving. Call 212-228-4200x8008 for more information.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26
Claiming Your Voice Urban Retreat: Weekend Workshop
Acclaimed Life and Executive Coach Meredith Haberfeld
Some of the greatest leaps in personal development come when we finally know at the end of the day that we can trust ourselves. This weekend intensive addresses many aspects of claiming your voice; most importantly, in your own life and the choices you make in it. Finally you can get comfortable in your own skin. This workshop is for anyone of any age ready to sink into the experience of being and trusting yourself. Workshop size is LIMITED. Reserve your space now. Time - friday 7pm thru sunday 1pm. Cost: $395 3 day fee. Call 267-252-9245 for more information.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25
World Financial Center's Haunted Halloween
Dress up in your scariest costume and join us for a haunting day of trick or treating at the spooky stations throughout the World Fiancial Center. FREE. 12pm-3pm. goto
www.worldfinancialcenter.com for more information.

Rock Climbing in the Famous Gunks
For the active, outdoorsy professional, learn to Rock Climb, or advance your existing skills: FULL Day of climbing with experienced and certified guides at a 4 to 1 guiding ratio. Fully insured, licensed, and accredited instructors will prepare you to scale the walls of the Shawangunk with full professional equipment. Under highly qualified supervision you will learn to move on the rocks, climb and belay, and understand the required safety and back up procedures. Time: 7am - 6:30 pm. Where: the famous Gunks Ridge by New Paltz. Cost: $159 includes transportation, park fee and beer and snacks for the return home. Call 917- 622-5851 for more information.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26
Fall Foliage - Millbrook Mountain- Minnewaska State Park - Day Hike
Amazing Fall Foliage Views over 1,000 foot Cliffs:
For a special visit to a most geologically intriguing area, the Millbrook Mountain range to Gertrude's Nose will start with some intermediate hiking into deeply forested areas and end with a most spectacular view - in three different directions - unfolding before your very eyes...For you to bring: backpack, lunch, sandwiches, picnic, water, liquids and good spirits! Meeting: 3 pick-up locations in Manhattan
Time: 8am - 6:30pm Where: Millbrook Mountain Range Plse wear hiking gear and bring backpack. email igorbass@dynamicoutdoors.com for more information.

Sunday Night Live Comedy Show
NY Comedy Comedy Club is proud to present Sunday Night Live, the only show worth mentioning in the tri-state area on a Sunday night. The show features the best NYC comedians as well as those favorites you have seen on Comedy Central, HBO, VH-1, BET and MTV. This is a Sunday night show you don't want to miss. Time: 8pm - 10 pm.
Where: NY Comedy Club 241 East 24th Street, New York Cost: $10 at the door.  Call 212-696-5233 or 516- 473-1639  for more information.
 

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28
The 23 Constellations of Joan Miro
Inspired by the art of spanish painter Joan Miro, percussionist and composer Bobby Previte wrote this work which features one movement for each of Miro's 23 "Constellations." Hailed for his electrifying drumming and stunning compositions, Previte is joined by an ensemble and guest harpist Zeena Parkins in this U.S. premiere multimedia event. goto www.worldfinancialcenter.com for more information. FREE

The Trinity Choir
Johann Sebastian Bach - Mass in B Minor
Bach brings the ancient words of the Mass to life, capturing with unmatched depth and clarity, humanity's relationship to the divine. Unlike most of his compositions, Bach's Mass in B Minor was written for purely personal reasons. It is not only one of the greatest works of history, but a truly modern work, with much to teach us about how to live in our own time. Time: 7:30pm
Season tix: $170 premium seating
Tix by Performance
$40 premium seating, $25 general admission, $15 student/ senior * (*available at door, not available for Messiah) Visit ticketcentral.com or call 212-279-4200.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29
in Motion's 2nd Annual Justice by Chocolate
Join us at our second Justice by Chocolate fundraiser and learn more about inMotion's mission to provide free legal services to New York City's underprivileged women and their families. At the event you will meet other individuals dedicated to women's rights and our vital work. With the gallery's exhibit of Picasso and Miró as our backdrop, we will serve an exquisite selection of chocolates from New York's Chocolat Moderne, as well as delicious hors d'oeuvres and cocktails. Time: 7pm - 9pm. Venue:William Bennett Gallery, 65 Greene Street, Cost: tickets $65. for more information, plse call 646-442-1185.

Festival Chamber Music Concert and Party
Festival Chamber Music, now in its 17th season, presents six concerts at Weill Hall. Some of the finest musicians in New York participate. The ambience is warm and informal. The performers tell interesting and amusing anecdotes about the music before each piece. The audience is invited to a meet-the-artist party after each concert in the beautiful Jacobs Room at Carnegie Hall. The party is included in the ticket price.
Time: 8pm - 10pm, Where: Weill Hall in Carnegie Hall 154 West 57th Street, cost: $25 per concert in advance, $28 at the door. plse call to rsvp or for more info,
212-678-6970.

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30
Autumn's Palate: A Tasting Festival
From lobster ravioli and sushi to gelato and mini burgers, the World Finacial Center's restaurants are prepared to please the most discriminating palates with signature menu items for $1-5. World Financial Center Winter Garden, 11am-2:30pm. goto
www.worldfinancialcenter.com for more information.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31
Ode to a Pumpkin Dinner
Now you can have your pumpkin and eat it too! Join us at Vintage Irving Halloween weekend where we will be serving a special prixe fixed dinner menu in honor of our favorite holiday symbol- the pumpkin! Enjoy pumpkin seed crusted fried green tomatoes, Pumpkin Soup with Duck Confit and Cranberry Foiegras Butter served in a Mini Pumpkin, Pumpkin Souflee, and more paired with 3 harvest beers.
Seatings will be at 6:00 and 8:30 on October 31st and November 1st.
Cost: $40. Venue: Vintage Irving, 118A east 15th street @ Irving.
to rsvp, plse call 212-228-4200x8008.

Autumnal Beep Pairing Cruise Aboard Yacht Manhattan
'Tis the season for Pumpkin Ales and Harvest Wheat Brews! Grab your beer-lovin' buds or a loved one and join us for this cozy Autumnal Beer & hors d'oeuvres pairing cruise. Enjoy as we head out into the crisp, fall NY harbor, sit back and and relax in our comfy & cozy glassed-in observatory, while our host introduces you to 5 different brews! Time: 7pm - 9pm. Where to go: Chelsea Piers, pier 59, cost: $85 per person. Call for more information 646-336-5270.