OTHER EVENTS Wednesday 4/19 HELP THE HUNGRY Donate unwanted foods to City Harvest–caned, ...

HELP THE HUNGRY

Donate unwanted foods to City Harvest?caned, boxed & other non-parishable foods only; 463-0456 for info on donating, volunteering & food pick-ups.

 

NEW YORK PRESS ILLUSTRATORS

Artwork exhibit by more than 20 New York Press illustrators incl. Fly, Marcellus Hall, Danny Hellman, Sam Henderson, Kaz, Tony Millionaire, Sara Schwartz & M. Wartella; CBGB's 313 Gallery, 313 Bleecker St. (Bowery), 677-0455; 6-9, free [through 4/21].

 

POETRY CONTEST

The International Library of Poetry will award $58,000 in prizes. Contest is free, deadline is April. 30; 410-356-2000 or www.poetry.com for info.

 

PUCCI

Christopher Farr pres. Kate Blee's "Carpets;" 44 W. 18th St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 633-0452; call for hours, free [through 5/12].

 

WINDOWTAINMENT

Yahoo! transforms Rockefeller Center into an internet/computer-friendly playhouse. This 400 sq. foot playhouse offers free internet access & encourages folks to stop in, play & shop from the Yahoo!-branded La-Z-Boy chair; Rockefeller Center, 50th St. (betw. 5th & 6th Aves.), 8:30-5:30, free [repeats Thurs., Fri., Mon. & Tues., through 5/12].

 

Thursday 4/20

ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE

Bi-monthly support group for spouses of Alzheimer's patients; Mt. Sinai Medical Center, 5th Ave. (98th St.), 628-5045; 4-5:30, call for info.

 

HELP WANTED

The Lesbian & Gay Community Center is seeking candidates in the entertainment, fundraising & planned giving divisions, send resume to One Little West 12th St., NYC, NY, 10014 for consideration.

 

MARCH FOR GIULIANI'S RESIGNATION

Demonstration & march over Brooklyn Bridge, meet at Grand Army Plaza, Flatbush Ave. (Prospect Park W.), 718-284-0889 for time & more info.

 

SOCIAL DISCUSSION

Dinner & socializing for bisexuals & their supporters; NY Spaces, 131 W. 72nd St. (betw. B'way & Columbus Ave.), 714-7714; 6-8, call for info.

 

Friday 4/21

CHUCK CLOSE

Self Portrait/Squiggle/Etching exhibit of 12-color etchings, each print limited to 60 & signed; Pace Prints, 32 E. 57th St. (Park Ave.), 421-3237; call for hours, free [through 5/6].

 

EARTH DAY

Tour 165-foot Navy Gun Boat to meet crew members & learn about the Seaport; South Street Seaport, Pier 17, South St. (betw. Fulton & Beekman Sts.), 637-3660; 12-5, free [repeats Sat.].

 

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.].

 

Saturday 4/22

DAIT BAIT

Socializing event for single men ages 40 + at the Lesbian & Gay Community Center, One Little West 12th St. (betw. Hudson St. & 9th Ave.), 971-1084 or www.daitbait.com; 7:30, $15.

 

HEART OF SCREENPLAY COMPETITION

Austin's film festival seeks entries, categories incl. adult/mature, children/family & comedy. Deadline May 15 with $40 submission fee; 800-310-FEST or www.austinfilmfestival for info.

 

NY AUTO SHOW

Week-long expo feat. more than 1000 new cars incl. Holy Automation...is that the Batmobile?, Michael Jackson's Chevy Suburban & over 30 "concept cars;" Jacob Javits Center, 665 W. 34th St. (betw. 11th & 12th Aves.), 800-282-3336; 11-10:30, $9, $3/under 12 [repeats Sun. 10-8, Mon. & Tues. 11-10:30, through 4/30].

 

POST-TAX-STRESS-REDUCTION SPECIAL

Celebrate the passing of tax season at Bliss, call for hot cream manicure & facial specials, offer good 'til May 1; Two locations: 568 B'way, 2nd Fl., (betw. Houston & Prince Sts.); 19 E. 57th St., 3rd Fl. (betw. 5th & Madison Aves.), 219-8970. www.blissworld.com

 

WINE TASTING

Month-long wine samplings feat. "Lillet Blanc et Rouge & Glass Mountain" series at 33 Union Sq. W. (betw. 16th & 17th Sts.), 675-8100; 2-5, free.

 

Sunday 4/23

ISRAELI FOLK DANCING

Dancing in the classic tradition?Pesach party & holiday food; Bridge for Dance, 2726 B'way (104th St.), 620-0535; 8, $10.

 

VEGOUT

Monthly potluck for lesbians, gay, bi & transgender vegetarians?bring a vegan dish to share; Lesbian & Gay Community Services Center, 1 Little W. 12th St. (Hudson St.), 802-8655; 5-7, $5.

 

Monday 4/24

FRIENDLY FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP

Moderate & advanced French speakers gather to read & chat every Monday night at The Magic Carpet, 54 Carmine St. (betw. Bedford & Bleecker Sts.), 914-776-7723; 7-9, free.

 

Tuesday 4/25

AUTO-FREE NEW YORK

"Strategies for Reducing Car Use in NYC;" Transportations Alternatives Conference Room, 115 W. 30th St., #1207 (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.), 475-3394; 6-8, free.

 

DEADLINES & COCKTAILS POLITICAL CARTOON AUCTION

The Society of Professional Journalists sponsor show of original works by several cartoonists; National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park S. (E. 20th St.), 353-9598; 6, $25.

 

ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE

Beginners welcome, no partner needed, live music, wear soft-soled nonstreet shoes; Metropolitan Duane Church, 201 W. 13th St. (7th Ave.), 459-4080; 7, $10.

 

MOTHERS TOGETHER CRAFT FAIR

Accessories, hats, pillow covers & other homemade items for sale?enter at 32nd St.; St. Francis of Assisi Church, 135 W. 31st St. (betw. 6th & 7th Aves.). 736-8500 ext.412; 10-2.