NY State Council of the Arts offers grants up to $10,000 for NY architects, designers & scholars that "advance the field & contribute to the public's understanding of the designed environment." Applications due March 1, money awarded late summer 2001. For further info & guidelines call 212-387-7142 or e-mail spenn@nysca.org
INTERNATIONAL OPEN AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
NY area photographers encouraged to submit one memorable photo (b&w or color) in one category: people, travel, pets, children, sports, nature, action, humor, portrait or other; must be unmounted & 8" x 10" or smaller. Applicants should incl. their name & address on back of photo. Mail photo to: The International Library of Photography, #101-9009, 3600 Crondall Ln., Owings Mills, MD, 21117 by Jan. 31, 2001, $60,000 in prizes awarded; www.picture.com for more info.
LAURA LONDON: AFTER SCHOOL SPECIAL
LA-based photographer's exhibit focuses on 13 year-old girl mimicking rock icons like Courtney Love & Marilyn Manson; Caren Golden Fine Art, 526 W. 26th St. (betw. 10th & 11th Aves.), 212-727-8304; Weds.-Sat. & Tues. 11-6, free [through 2/17].
NEUSTRAS VOCES II
Second annual playwright competition. Submissions must focus on importance of the Hispanic community, cash prizes up to $3000 awarded; 212-889-2850 or www.repertorio.org for guidelines; deadline Feb. 15.
RECYCLE YOUR HOLIDAY GREENS
And let the Botanical Gardens turn it into mulch, chip or compost for your garden; 718-817-8543 for more info [through 1/20].
WIN A MUSIC STORE
The catch is it's in California, but you can always get some Gen-Xer to run it for you. Essay must begin w/phrase "I've always wanted to own a music store" & most importantly be accompanied by a check for $100 which benefits VH1 Save the Music Foundation. Visit www.bigvalleymusiccontest.com or call 818-594-7475 for more details. All entries must be postmarked by Feb. 2001.
YEATS POETRY COMPETITION
Submit unpublished poems of any style up to 50 lines without author's name to 2001 Poetry Contest, c/o National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park S., NYC 10003 by Feb. 15. All entries must incl. 3x5 card w/title, poet's name, telephone number, address & e-mail address. Visit www.YeatsSociety.org for more info.
Wednesday 1/17
COALITION OF ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICANS
General meeting on the Asian Pacific Americans Heritage Festival; 12 W. 18th St., #3E (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), www.capaonline.org for info; 6-8.
FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP
Monthly rendezvous for moderate & advanced speakers; Oxford Cafe, 375 5th Ave. (betw. 35th & 36th Sts.), 718-793-2946; 4-6, free.
ISRAELI FOLK DANCE
Weekly social function for singles; 92nd St. Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. (92nd St.), 212-996-1100; 6:45-12 a.m., $9.
POLYAMOROUS
Monthly meeting for people interested in long-term, committed, multi-partner relationships?all ages welcome; Lesbian & Gay Community Services Center, 208 W. 13th St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 212-568-9102 or www.Poly-NYC.com; 8, call for price.
Thursday 1/18
SOCIAL DISCUSSION
Dinner & socializing for bisexuals & their supporters; NY Spaces, 131 W. 72nd St. (betw. B'way & Columbus Ave.), 212-714-7714; 6-8, $3-$5.
Friday 1/19
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
NYC Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association hosts support group for caregivers; National Council of Jewish Women's Senior Center, 241 W. 72nd St. (betw. B'way & West End Ave.), 212-983-0700; 12-1:30, call for info.
SINGLES UPBEAT SOIREE
Introductions, buffet, conversation & drinks; Penthouse at Sutton Pl. Suites, 300 E. 58th St. (betw. 1st & 2nd Aves.), 718-875-3878, res. req.; 9:30, $38 [repeats Sat.].
STELLA'S ANTIQUES
69th Regiment Armory, Lexington Ave. (26th St.), 212-255-0020; 11-7, $10 [repeats Sat. 11-7 & Sun. 11-5].
WINTER ANTIQUES ANTIQUES SHOW
Fine art by 70 exhibitors; Park Ave. Armory, Park Ave. (67th St.), 212-777-5218 or www.winterantiquesshow.com; 8:30-6, $16 [continues Sat., Mon. & Tues. 12-8:30; Sun. 12-6, through 1/28].
Saturday 1/20
CONTRA & SQUARE DANCE
Beginners welcome, no partner needed, live music, wear soft-soled nonstreet shoes; Metropolitan Duane Church, 201 W. 13th St. (7th Ave.), 212-459-4080; 7:45, $11.
FREE, HOT VEGETARIAN MEAL
Monthly feast at Hare Krishna Food Relief's Community House, 48 Ave. B (betw. 3rd & 4th Sts.), 888-Hungry-5; 12-6.
SATURDAY EVENINGS AT THE GUGGENHEIM
Sneak preview at new exhibit while meeting new singles; 92nd St. Y, 1395 Lexington Ave. (92nd St.), 212-996-1100; 5:45, $25.
VEGGIE SINGLES EVENTS
Vegan buffet for single vegetarians & those who enjoy meeting them; Eco Books, 192 5th Ave. (betw. Union & Sackett Sts.), Park Slope, 718-437-0190; 7:30-11:30, $15.
Sunday 1/21
ISRAELI FOLK DANCING
In the classic tradition; Bridge for Dance, 2726 B'way (104th St.), 212-620-0535; 8, $5.
NYC CAMERA SHOW & SALE
New & used cameras, darkroom equipment & accessories; Embassy Ballrooms, Holiday Inn, 440 W. 57th St. (betw. 9th & 10th Aves.), 973-472-5460; 10-3, $6.
Tuesday 1/23
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE
Beginners welcome, no partner needed, live music, wear soft-soled nonstreet shoes; Metropolitan Duane Church, 201 W. 13th St. (7th Ave.), 212-459-4080; 7, $10.
MATZOH BALL EATING CONTEST
Qualifying rounds for annual charity matzoh ball eating contest. Proceeds support the hungry & homeless via the Interfaith Nutrition Network, grand prize winner (most matzoh balls eaten in 5:25 minutes) receives trophy & $2500 gift certificate to P.C. Richard & Son; Ben's Kosher Delicatessen, 209 W. 38th St. (betw. 7th & 8th Aves.), 212-398-BENS; 6-7, free.
WHISKY TASTING
F. Paul Pacult, editor of The Spirit Journal & author of Kindred Spirits hosts tasting of a'bunadh & single malt whiskies at Keen's Steak House, 72 W. 36th St. (betw. 6th Ave. & 36th St.), 212-947-3636; 7, $65.