Classic rebel
The classical world loves pimping out its hot young musicians. To wit: The New York Philharmonic is making a lot of noise about violinist Maxim Vengerov, who will perform on opening night this Tuesday before taking off to road-trip on his Harley. 8 p.m. at Avery Fisher Hall, Broadway at 65th Street; (212) 875-5656; $50-$150.
Private parts
“Found” is a brilliant ‘zine that publishes journal entries, break-up notes and corporate memos that people have lost – only to be found by voyeurs who then send them to editor Davy Rothbart. This Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Rothbart will read at The Tank, 432 W. 42nd St.; (212) 563-6269.
French dressing
Catherine Malandrino – expert designer of ethereal tops and dresses, whose fans include Nicole Kidman, Cameron Diaz and Sarah Jessica Parker – finally opens her long-delayed, super-spacious store this Tuesday in the Meatpacking district. Puffy had champagne at his Sean John store opening; the French designer will have a coffee bar. At 652 Hudson St. at Little W. 12th St. (no phone).
Light touch
Painter Saul Chase’s work has been described as “noir luminism” for its otherworldy depictions of landscapes and cityscapes. His first major solo exhibition since the 1980s is up now through Nov. 1 at the Maya Stendhal Gallery, where a limited-edition book of his work, “The Beautiful Hours,” is also available. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., 545 W. 20th St.; (212) 366-1549.
True art
His groundbreaking graphic novel “Maus” made Art Spiegelman a revered popular artist. This Thursday, the writer and illustrator – who did the famous New Yorker cover of the silhouetted Twin Towers against pure black – talks about his acclaimed new book, “In the Shadow of No Towers.” At Barnes & Noble, 33 E. 17th St. (between Broadway and Park Avenue South); (212) 253-0810; free.
Theater geek
She got more press for getting dumped by Billy Crudup while pregnant than for anything she’s done in her estimable career. But this Thursday, actress Mary-Louise Parker reclaims her title as the best young stage actress in New York as she begins previews in Craig Lucas’ new play, “Reckless,” which sounds like a modern-day version of “A Doll’s House.” At the Biltmore Theatre, 261 W. 47th St. (between Broadway and Eighth Avenue); (212) 307-4100; $26-$81.
Star gazers
“The Art of Astrology for Inspired Students and Creative Professionals,” moderated by NYC’s own Shelley Ackerman, kicks off its series this Tuesday. But it’s not typical astrological readings; Ackerman’s panel will be stargazing with an eye towards grander issues, like – what else? – when the next terror attack will take place. At 6:45 p.m. at the New York Theosophical Society, 240 E. 53rd (between Second and Third avenues); (212) 539-3100; $24.
Rock god
The ageless Bruce Springsteen actually turns 55 on Thursday. At Thursday’s tribute, expect a lot of folksy stories about growing up with little hope and one guitar bought with money his mom eked out working 18 jobs in factories and hospitals – along with lots of classic covers by “The B Street Band.” At B.B. King’s, 237 W. 42nd St. (between Seventh and Eighth avenues); (212) 997-4144; $15.50-$20.
Fall feast
Gorge on expensive, autumnal-themed food and wine at Thursday’s annual Harvest in the Square. Among the restaurants participating: Union Square Cafe, Bar Jamon, Casa Mono and Patria. At 7:30 p.m. in Union Square Park at Union Square West and 16th Street; (212) 239-6200; $85-$95.