OTHER EVENTS BOSTON--NEW YORK AIDS RIDE Two hundred seventy five ...
Two hundred seventy five miles, 3000 riders, Sept. 15-17, 212-242-7433 or www.aidsride.org to register.
ILLUSTRATORS 43
The Society of Illustrators seeks submissions for their 43rd annual exhibition. Categories incl. editorial, advertising, book, institutional & uncommissioned, deadline is Oct. 2. 212-838-2560 for entry info & submission cost.
POETRY CONTEST
The International Library of Poetry will award $58,000 in prizes. Contest is free, deadline is Nov. 30; Send one original poem to The International Library of Poetry, #19909, 1 Poetry Plaza, Owings Mills, MD, 2117 or www.poetry.com for info.
WIN A MUSIC STORE
The catch is its in California, but you can always get some Gen-Xer to run it for you. Essay must begin with 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.
Wednesday 9/6
THE BEATNIK ART SHOW
The Beatnik Car Club exhibition of paintings, drawings, photographs & videos of hot rods in conjunction with NY Hot Rod & Tattoo Convention; CBGB's Gallery, 313 Bowery St. (Bleecker St.), 212-677-0455; 1-6, free [through 9/8].
FASHION FREAK-OUT SAMPLE SALE
Wholesale designer goods from Ghost, Alice Roi, Kitty Boots & more; 498 7th Ave. (betw. 36th & 37th Sts.), 212-643-4810; 10-7, free [through 9/15].
Thursday 9/7
TORAH DEDICATION CEREMONY
Celebration for the acquisition of their first Torah & rebirth of 150 year-old synagogue; Angel Orensanz Foundation, 172 Norfolk St. (betw. Houston & Stanton Sts.), 212-570-9047 or www.orensanz.org; 7:30, free.
Friday 9/8
BAREBACK DISCUSSION GROUP
Gay men discuss sex & liquid condoms at the Lesbian & Gay Community Services Center, 1 Little W. 12th St. (Hudson St.), 917-717-8473; 7, free.
OLAY'S INNOVATION MALL TOUR
Ten-day event to increase awareness of products & suit drive to raise money for Dress for Success. Women are encouraged to try Olay facials, interactive scent kiost & new beauty imaging system; Manhattan Mall, 6th Ave., 7th fl. (betw. 32nd & 33rd Sts.), 212-891-0450; daily, free [through 9/17].
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 9/9
DAIT BAIT
Socializing event for single men ages 30-40 at the Lesbian & Gay Community Center, 1 Little West 12th St. (betw. Hudson St. & 9th Ave.), 212-971-1084 or www.daitbait.com; 7:30, $15.
VEGOUT
Lunch social for lesbians, gay, bi & transgender vegetarians; Veggie Castle Restaurant, 2242 Church Ave. (betw. Bedford & Flatbush Aves.), Bklyn., 212-802-8655; 12.
Sunday 9/10
AUDITIONS
Singers needed for Brooklyn Philharmonia Chorus' 45th season; The First Presbyterian Church, 124 Henry St., Bklyn. Heights, 718-596-2904 to sched. audition; call for info [repeats Mon.]
GAY GOTHAM CHORUS AUDITIONS
New chorus members needed, no age restriction; Church of St. Paul & St. Andrew, 263 W. 86th St. (betw. B'way & West End Ave.), 212-923-1949 to sched. an appointment; 4-6 [repeats Mon. 6:30-8:30].
ISRAELI FOLK DANCING
Season kick off party at Bridge for Dance, 2726 B'way (104th St.), 212-620-0535; 8, $10.
Monday 9/11
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.
HOW DO I GET TO WORK?
NY Metropolitan Transportation Council hosts public meeting on commuting options for low-income residents; P.S. 8 Aud., 465 W. 167th St. (betw. Amsterdam Ave. & Jumel Pl.), 718-330-1234; 6:30, free.
PROSPECT PARK VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
Indoor & outdoor volunteers needed. Those interested in photography, graphic design, acting, storytelling, cartooning & data entry are invited to attend introductory meeting at the conference room at Litchfield Villa in Prospect Park, 5th St. (Prospect Park W.), 718-965-8960 for info; 6:30.