November 6: NYC Marathon Brunch at Central Park Boathouse
Why run the marathon when you can eat brunch instead? For $25 you can have a two course, health conscious brunch at the Central Park Boathouse and have prime seats for the Marathon. No training required. For reservations, call 212-517-2233. East 72 Street & Park Drive North.

November 7: Matt Skinner, author of Thirsty Work: Love Wine Drink Better
Sip some wine as you join Matt Skinner, the sommelier at Jamie Oliver’s London restaurant, Fifteen, as he signs his new book, Thirsty Work: Love Wine Drink Better, a book that helps you explore wine in an approachable and unpretentious style. 6-8pm, Free! No reservations required, Crush Wine Co., 153 East 57th Street, between Lexington and 3rd Avenues.

November 9: Aroma Winenemaker Dinner
We thoroughly enjoyed Aroma when we visited a while back, and now, we have additional incentive to return next week. They are hosting a winemaker dinner, pairing wine and a four course fall menu in their new chef's dining room. 7pm; $85. 36 East 4th Street, Greenwich Village, 212-375-0100.

November 10-13: Chocolate Show
It's that time of year again: time to overindulge at the 8th Annual Chocolate Show. We've just managed to work off the calories from last year, too. Damn. The show features demonstrations by top pastry chefs and chocolate makers and well as copious amounts of chocolate as far as the eye can see. Tickets are available online and will also be on sale at the door (cash and checks only at the door): Adults: $25, Children under 12: Free (Limited to 2 children per adult - Additional child 5 to 12 years old = $8), Metropolitan Pavillion & Altman Building 125 West 18th Street between 6th & 7th Avenues. Visit the website for full details.