April on the Upper East Side!

Mark your calendars, Upper East Siders! April brings a calendar full of unique and fun events to the neighborhood. Check 'em out!

Chocolate Fest: A Walk-Around Tasting
Sunday, April 3rd at 7:30pm

Calling all choco-holics! Homemade Ring Dings, chocolate chip cookies and small-batch beer, chocolate-inspired cocktails, chocolate gelato, organic chocolate, the list of chocolate inspired treats goes on and on in this out-of-this-world chocolate tasting. Presenters include Guittard Chocolate, The Grenada Chocolate Company, Valrhona Chocolate, Pacari, Taza Chocolate, Tumbador Chocolate, Baking for Good, The Manhattan Chocolate Society, Grom Gelateria, M.P. Frederick Confectioners, O Café, Sweet Revenge and more.

Where: 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street)
More Info


Ballroom Dancing at Saloon
Every Tuesday at 7:30pm starting on April 5th

Have you always wanted to learn the moves of a proper ballroom? Head to Saloon for a feet-on workshop where you will learn how to Fox Trot, Tango, Salsa, and more. Led by Lou Brock, of Ballroom Dancing for Tough Guys. A great idea for a date night or an evening out with friends. No experience necessary!

Where: Saloon (1584 York Avenue between 83rd & 84th Streets)
More Info


Guitar Heroes: Legendary Craftsmen from Italy to New York
Sunday, April 10th at 2:00pm

Come hear what real guitar heroes are made of! Featuring guitarists Anthony Wilson, Julian Lage, Steve Cardenas, and Chico Pinheiro, the afternoon event will include the world premiere of Anthony Wilson’s composition The Four Seasons.

Where: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue between 82nd & 83rd Streets)
More Info


A Wine Tour de France 2011: Bordeaux
Monday, April 11th at 7:00pm

One week its chocolate, the next its vino! Check out FIAF's Bordeaux wine tasting where Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are explored in a new way than ever experienced before. The Modern’s Belinda Chang presents the region that has mastered the delicate art of blending grape varieties, creating fines wines that are among the most sought-after in the world.

Where: French Institute/Alliance (22 East 60th Street between Park & Madison Avenues)
More Info


The Greenfields of America: Songs of Irish Immigrants
Thursday, April 14th at 6:30pm

Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Week on the Upper East Side! Balladeer Linda Russell explores the hopes and struggles of the Irish in their journey to America through letters, newspaper accounts and songs. The both emotional and historical recount is brought to life by laments, love songs, humorous ditties and dance tunes.

Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden (419 East 61st Street between York & First Avenues)
More Info