Soirees
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HIGHLANDER The American-Scottish Foundation celebrates its 50th anniversary with a gala dinner to benefit collaborative educational and cultural programs between Scottish and American organizations. The chief executive officer of Schlumberger Ltd., Euan Baird, is honored. Black tie or Highland dress is recommended. Tonight, 7 p.m., the University Club, 1 W. 54th St. at Fifth Avenue, 212-605-0338, $500.
TRICK OR TREAT The 11th annual Halloween Ball, staged by the Central Park Conservancy, features an “enchanted forest” theme and a costume contest. The contest is judged by actress Sigourney Weaver and photographer Patrick McMullan. Wednesday, 7 p.m.–midnight, Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, 72nd Street and Fifth Avenue, 212-310-6691, $1,000–$2,500.
