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FEATURED UPCOMING EVENTS: Click on the links for more information about each event. Fuller calendar below |
| Thursday, March 5, 2009 |
| In honor of International Women's Day, CARE and NCM Fathom will present A POWERFUL NOISE Live in 450 movie theaters nationwide for one night. The event will begin with the acclaimed documentary, "A Powerful Noise," which follows three women from different countries who overcome seemingly insurmountable odds to bring lasting solutions to their communities. Immediately following the film, a town hall discussion with humanitarian experts Nicholas Kristof, Christy Turlington Burns, Natalie Portman, Madeleine Albright and President of CARE USA, Dr. Helene Gayle, will be broadcast live to all participating theatres. Tickets are still available for the Live venue at Kaye Playhouse! Don't miss your chance to see Albright, Gayle, Burns, Portman and Kristof in person! Can't make the live venue? Know friends who would love to see the film in other cities? Watch A Powerful Noise LIVE! at your local theater: Please join us at Theaters across the Nation for this event, and learn how you can join CARE in the movement to empower women in the fight against poverty. Buy tickets now by clicking here, or visit www.apowerfulnoise.org for more information. A POWERFUL NOISE Live is presented by CARE and NCM Fathom in partnership with ONE and the U.N. Commission on the Status of Women. CARE is a leading humanitarian organization that fights global poverty by empowering women and girls to bring lasting change to their communities. Get involved at www.care.org | Photos: "A Powerful Noise" Live from Kaye Playhouse (3/05/09) |
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New York Cares Hosts Cirque De Soirėe: New York’s largest volunteer organization, will host Cirque De Soiree on Thursday, March 5, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., at Venue: Providence, 311 West 57th Street, Manhattan. The benefit will celebrate the important work of engaging thousands of volunteers to improve the lives of 450,000 New Yorkers in need. The night will feature a top-shelf open bar donated by Diageo, mouth-watering hors d'oeuvres, thrilling performances, music by ming (Ming+FS/Hood Famous Music) with special guest NBA All-Star DJ Beverly Bond, and a menagerie of fabulous prizes in a mystery raffle and silent auction, including a private film viewing at the Sony Screening Room, a two-night stay at the Mandarin Oriental New York, and luxury goods from Hermès, Diane von Furstenburg, Prada, and more. Time: The evening begins with a VIP reception at 6:00 p.m. and is followed by a cocktail party at 7:00 p.m. Tickets: General Admission is $115 per person and VIP Admission is $175 per person. For complete ticket information visit www.nycares.org. All proceeds to benefit New York Cares. Media: Lowell Eschen | Rubenstein Communications | 1345 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10105. Tel: 212.843.9347 | e-mail: leschen@Rubenstein.com |
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Saturday, March 7, 2009 |
| Children of Chernobyl’s Second Annual Purim Masquerade Ball: Children of Chernobyl (CCOC) launches its new leadership division with a star-studded event, including a celebrity roster of attendees, a raffle sponsored by JetBlue Airways, and an open bar headlined by Maker’s Mark. To date, this organization has rescued 2,580 children on 83 rescue missions, airlifting innocent, sick children from Chernobyl—an area devastated by the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear explosion. Even in light of the current economic downturn, celebrities and New York’s young professionals have committed to this event in full force, donating time, money and raffle items to kick off the new leadership division and save children’s lives. Jake Hurwitz and Amir Blumenthal stars of MTV’s College Humor Show will be among the attendees. Time: 8:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Venue: M2 Ultra Lounge, 530 W. 28th Street. Tickets are $36 per person. For tickets please contact 212-681-7800 or visit www.ccoc.net |
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Tuesday, March 10, 2009 |
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ASIA SOCIETY: “A Celebration of Asia Week.” Asia Society kicks off Asia Week in New York City with an exciting new benefit on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 Tony-Award winning actor BD Wong will serve as Honorary Chair for the evening, which will feature chic cocktail receptions, and an elegant Collectors’ Dinner for Patrons or festive “Bangkok Nights” supper club with dancing for Young Patrons and music curated by DJ Serebe. The evening will feature special performances by the innovative jazz saxophonist Rudresh Mahanthappa with guitar virtuoso Rez Abbasi and tabla star Dan Weiss, as well as Hao Jing Tian, the world-renowned basso cantante and pioneer in the world of opera since the early 1990s. Guests will enjoy private access to the Museum’s exhibitions Asian Journeys: Collecting Art in Post War America, Yang Fudong: Seven Intellectuals in a Bamboo Forest and Sages of the Bamboo Grove. A live auction will transport guests to exotic Asian locales with several extraordinary journeys on offer, the highlight of which is the “Thailand Dream Excursion” crafted by longtime supporters Joan & Edward Marcus. All guests of the Celebration will receive a Golden Pass, an exclusive insider’s ticket to nearly 20 private gallery previews, curator-led tours, auction house viewings, lectures, and other exceptional events during Asia Week in New York City. Held March 11–20, Asia Week attracts top dealers and collectors of some of the most important Asian art on the market from around the globe. Expected guests at the Celebration of Asia Week benefit include: Honorary Chair BD Wong, Co-chairs Janet Jacobs and Susan Shin, as well as Lois Collier, Scott Delman, Inger McCabe Elliot, Cynthia Hazen Polsky and Leon Polsky, Janet Ross (Mrs. Arthur Ross), Paul Tagliabue and Marie-Helene Weill. Also in attendance will be Young Patrons co-chairs Laura Begley, Ida Liu and Diana Sheng Hsu as well as Pooneh Mohazzabi, Wesley Wang and Arden Wohl. Attire for the evening is Asian Chic or National Dress. Tickets for the event are $1,000 for Collectors Dinner and $225 for the Young Patrons (age 40 and under) “Bangkok Nights Supper Club.” For tickets please call (212) 517-ASIA and for information about the events please call (212) 327-9335 or visit www.asiasociety.org/asiaweekbenefit. Venue: Asia Society, 725 Park Ave. | Time/Schedule: 6:00 to 6:30 champagne welcome/receiving line for Collectors | 6:30 first performance for Collectors in auditorium | 7:30 Cocktail reception in Lobby/Visitor’s Center for Young Patrons and Collectors | 8:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. Collector’s Dinner (8th Fl) | 8:30 to 9:15 performance for Young Patrons in the auditorium | 9:30 to midnight Young Patrons Bangkok Nights Supper Club + Dancing (DJ Serebe) in Garden Court Email: viprsvp@asiasociety.org |
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Thursday, March 12, 2009 |
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MARCH OF DIMES 34TH ANNUAL BEAUTY BALL®: Grammy Award-winning group, The Black Eyed Peas, will perform. Richard D. Beckman, President, Condé Nast Media Group (CNMG) and Chief Marketing Officer, Condé Nast, and William P. Lauder, Chief Executive Officer of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., will receive the coveted “Beautiful Apple Award” at the March of Dimes 34th Annual Beauty Ball®. One of the years most anticipated social gatherings. The event will feature a special performance by The Black Eyed Peas including Will.i-am and Fergie Venue: Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City Time: beginning at 6pm. Over the past 33 years, the Beauty Ball® has raised more than $30 million benefit the March of Dimes New York Division in support of the Prematurity Awareness Campaign. Individual tickets start at $1500. For tickets please call 212.353.1143 or e-mail jcarlo@marchofdimes.com | Photos: 34th Annual March of Dimes Beauty Ball (3/12/09) |
| Thursday, March 19, 2009 |
| The Nature Conservancy's Young Professionals Group: "Festa Brasileira": Open Bar. Hors d'oeuvres. Live Music. Silent Auction. Venue: The Bowery Hotel. Time: 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Tickets" $90 ($70 for YPG members). Details from 212-381-2183. |
| Saturday, March 21, 2009 |
| 23rd Annual Night of a Thousand Gowns, a charity ball and silent auction to benefit LIFEbeat – The Music Industry Fights AIDS and MCCNY Homeless Youth Services (Sylvia’s Place). Celebrating diversity and raising needed funds with humor, heart and humanitarianism, THE The Imperial Court of New York led by Emperor Rob Hunter de Woofs and Empress Charlene Chivoe will bring a palpable excitement and frenetic razzmatazz to Times Square, as majestic personages in jewels and gowns, white tie and tails, and royal splendor descend upon the ballroom. The evening will include Broadway-caliber entertainment, a 5-hour open bar, full course dinner, a Viennese dessert buffet, dancing, a silent auction, and the midnight coronation of the new reigning monarchs. Honorary Chairs: Sir Elton John CBE, Joan Rivers, Patti LuPone, Idina Menzel, John Cameron Mitchell and Dame Robin Strasser. Special Appearances by Grammy Award Winner, Michelle Williams, Stand-up comic and Broadway diva Lea DeLaria and Christopher Sieber ("Shrek the Musical), among others. Time: Cocktails-6:30 pm Dress: Festive and Fabulous/Black Tie and Glitz Venue: The New York Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway. Tickets: Tickets: $300 per person-Gala ticket (includes dinner and open bar); $125 General admission at 10:00pm. For information call 866-533-4269 or log onto: www.icny.org/tickets. Press Contact: e-mail: press@icny.org |
| Thursday, March 26, 2009 |
| American Friends of the Open University of Israel Annual Gala: President Ingeborg Rennert and Chairman of the Board Baron Robert de Rothschild of the American Friends of the Open University will honor Ambassador John R. Bolton, 25th United States Ambassador to the United Nations, and Joel I. Klein, Chancellor of the New York City Department of Education at the at a gala celebration. Proceeds from the event will go towards educational programs and scholarships for Israel’s largest university, The Open University of Israel, and its 45,000 students. Honorees: Ambassador John R. Bolton and Chancellor Joel I. Klein. Event Co-Chairs: Ambassador Dore Gold, Professor Elie Wiesel, Nira and Kenneth Abramowitz, Malcolm Hoenlein, Basya and Andrew Lowinger. Time: 6:30 PM Venue: The Plaza Hotel, Central Park South at Fifth Avenue. Ticket Information: Naomi Benson | tel: 212-712-1800| e-mail: naomibenson@afoui.org | website: www.afoui.org Press Contact: Anna Dinces | Rubenstein Communications | tel: 212-843-9310 / adinces@rubenstein.com |
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A.E.R. Walk With Style Event, to Benefit CancerCare: Hosted by Miss USA Crystle Stewart and Chaired by Stacie Karp, Ahlilah Longmire, the evening will feature fashions by Shoshanna, guest speaker Minnesota Vikings Darren Sharper, special guests Alex McCord & Simon Van Kempen from The Real Housewives of New York City and special event coverage by Micah Jesse. Chic attire, passed hors'd oeuvres and cocktails. Time: 7:30 Red Carpet | 8:30 Admission-Cocktails-hors' doeuvres | 9:30 Welcome | 9:45 Runway | 10:20 Silent Auction | 10:30 Mixer and after party. Venue: the Westside Lofts, 336 West 37th street between 8th & 9th 6th floor. Tickets currently available for online purchase at www.TheTeslaGroup.com/AER |
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Faces of Indego Africa: An Evening of Art and Social Enterprise: Indego Africa -- which stands for INdependence, DEvelopment, and GOvernance -- is an innovative social enterprise built upon the belief that women in Rwanda can lift themselves out of poverty. Indego Africa first provides more than 200 Rwandan artisans with access to the global marketplace, enabling them to sell their vibrant handicrafts for a fair wage. Indego Africa's handicrafts are currently on sale in dozens of retail stores in the U.S (including the Art Institute of Chicago and the Holocaust Museum in DC) and on its WEBSTORE. Indego Africa then applies 100% of profits to its long-term skills training programs in financial management, accounting, computer literacy and English, which are administered by Rwanda's top university students. Faces of Indego Africa - a collection of photographs by Benjamin Stone - captures the stories of the women and children who benefit from Indego Africa’s innovative approach to defeating poverty through access to export markets and long-term skills training. For those who cannot travel to Rwanda and visit Indego Africa’s partner cooperatives, this exhibition brings you nearly as close. There is no fee to attend, but, a suggested donation of $10. Wine, beer and snacks will be provided, as well as an opportunity to purchase Indego Africa handicrafts. All proceeds for this event will be donated to Indego Africa, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. A direct link to the event information is: http://indegoafrica.org/fundraisers Time: 6:00 – 10:00 PM Venue: The Soufer Gallery, 1015 Madison Ave (between East 78th & East 79th Street). For further information about Indego Africa and its young Founder and President, Matt Mitro, and other partners, please visit the website: http://indegoafrica.org or contact Ben Stone | e-mail: ben.stone@indegoafrica.org | tel: 202-285-1013 or Tracy Klein at teklein@gmail.com |
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AMNH: The Annual Museum Dance 2009: Chairmen: Fabiola Beracasa, Claire Bernard, Katie Lee Joel, Tinsley Mortimer, and Arden Wohl. Dancing Chairmen: Danny Baker, Jason Beckman, Derek Blasberg, and Simon Hammerstein. Dinner and silent auction preview followed at 9:00 p.m. by dessert, dancing, and silent auction. Tickets: $500 (limited availability; $200 for dessert and dancing only). Details from 212-769-5165. |
| Thursday, March 26, 2009 to Monday, March 30, 2009 |
| DIFFA DINING BY DESIGN WEEKEND: DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS will launch the DINING BY DESIGN 2009 tour with 5-days of events running concurrently with the Architectural Digest Home Design Show at Pier 94, 12th Ave. at 55th Street in New York City on Thursday, March 26th through Monday, March 30. DIFFA’s DINING BY DESIGN will bring together some of the most talented and celebrated individuals in the worlds of fashion, interior design, art, and architecture to create spectacular, over-the-top dining environments. Sponsors and Media Partners for DINING BY DESIGN include: Marc Blackwell for Castello di Gabbiano, David Stark for Benjamin Moore, Michael Tavano for New York Design Center, David Beahm for Continental Airlines, Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc., The New York Times, Architectural Digest and Gourmet. Design installations by luminaries such as David Rockwell, Carleton Varney, Christopher Coleman for Profiles, Tracy Reese, Jerry Sibal for Design Fusion, Alfredo Paredes for Ralph Lauren Home, Brad Ford and Tracy Stern will be featured all weekend long. |
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VENUE: PIER 94, 12th Avenue at 55th Street, New York City |
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MEDIA CONTACT: Elizabeth Rosenthal @ Susan Blond, Inc. | tel: (212) 333-7728 x105 or (201) 618-1605 |e-mail: erosenthal@susanblondinc.com |
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DIFFA'S DINING BY DESIGN COCKTAILS BY DESIGN Thursday, March 26, 2009; 6 PM – 10 PM Designers and guests mingle, preview the designers creations, sip superb libations and Castello di Gabbiano wine. Tickets: $150 per person available online at diffa.org |
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DIFFA'S DINING BY DESIGN TABLE HOP & TASTE Sunday, March 29; 12 PM – 5 PM Ticket holders view the amazing design installations and sip Castello di Gabbiano wines paired with tastes from New York’s top restaurants and gourmet food purveyors. Tickets: $50 per person available online at diffa.org *With a $60 online ticket, attendees receive access to DIFFA’s DINING BY DESIGN Table Hop and Taste, the Architectural Digest Home Design Show and a six-month subscription to Architectural Digest magazine. |
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DIFFA'S DINING BY DESIGN GALA DINNER Monday, March 30; 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM Table-hopping and opening of the design installations to guests for a luxurious seated dinner, followed by dancing, dessert and silent auction. Tickets: Designed tables for 10 available for $10,000. Individual tickets at Club tables for $500 per person. Both available online at diffa.org |
| Friday, March 27, 2009 |
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The Paper Angels Party: Direct Arts in collaboration with the Museum for Chinese in America, and Asian American Arts Alliance hosts an evening of cocktails, performances and a silent auction to launch the upcoming theatrical production of Paper Angels: A multimedia production centered on Chinese immigration to Angel Island during the tenure of the Chinese Exclusion Act in 1915. East meets West, past meets present at this exotic eclectic evening of music and dance featuring Indonesian dance group Saung Bedaya, traditional Korean drummer Vongku Pak and DJ Jaiko Suzuki of Mon Mon Mon Amour, spinning 60s to 80s psychedelic, garage and underground pop. Enjoy cocktails and passed hors d'oeuvres as you bid on exciting silent auction items like a membership for two to Film Forum, a chic handbag by Marc Jacobs, tickets to the Metropolitan Opera and an ipod nano from Tekserve. Time: 7pm-11pm Venue: University Settlement on the Lower East Side, 184 Eldridge Street, between Delancey and Rivington, New York City. Directions: F to Delancey or 6 to Spring. Cost: Tickets are $50 General Admission or $100 for Angel Ticket that includes one ticket to BOTH the benefit and the opening night of the play, plus an amazing gift bag sponsored by Sephora and Koream Journal Contact: Victoria at victoria@directarts.org or 917-941-7926 for more information |
| Young Friends of Save Venice: “A Masked Venetian Spring Ball”. Silent auction of masks. Drinks, dancing and dessert. Co-Chairs: Olivia Chantecaille, Luigi Tadini and Antony Todd. Attire: Spring Inspired Masks and Black Tie. Time: 9:00 p.m. – midnight. Venue: the Bowery Terrace at the Bowery Hotel, 335 Bowery Tickets: $350 (for guests 40 and above; $225 for guests 39 and younger). Tickets and more information: 212-737-3141 |
| Wednesday, April 1, 2009 |
| An April Fools Evening with The Really Terrible Orchestra: The Really Terrible Orchestra Edinburgh, Scotland, or the RTO as it is called was founded by Alexander McCall Smith, author of best sellers such as The 1st Ladies Detective Agency and others. The RTO was created for those who are musically disadvantaged, but brave enough and driven enough to want to play before an audience. Some highlights of the RTO program will be a musical saw concerto, a bagpipe sonata, a real live major general singing improvised lyrics from Gilbert and Sullivan and other musical nightmares and treats. Mr. Smith strongly urges the consumption of wine before the concert. This is a benefit performance of the RTO for the New York Children's Orchestra Society and New York Tartan Day Committee is the kick off event of New York Tartan Week. Tartan Day is the day that the U.S. Senate has proclaimed as a day to honor Americans of Scottish descent for the vibrant and influential role Scots have played in the development of the United States. On Saturday April 4th there is a very large parade up 6th Ave from about 45th street to the park. Venue: The Town Hall in NYC, 123 West 43rd Street, NYC. Time: 8 p.m. For more information, contact us via e-mail at: theterriblechairman@thereallyterribleorchestra.com |
| Thursday, April 2, 2009 |
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High Water Women Foundation to Hold Fourth Annual Casino Night: An extraordinary evening event featuring: Texas Hold ‘Em and Black Jack Tournaments, Roulette, Craps, an art sale, a sit-down dinner, and more. Time: Event begins at 6:30pm EDT Venue: 7 W New York, on 7 West 34th Street (across from the Empire State Building). High Water Women (HWW) has been committed to supporting the most vulnerable women and children in New York since the organization was founded in 2005. Our beneficiaries need your support more than ever this year in order to continue providing their most essential and fundamental programs, such as: education, alleviation of family homelessness, at-risk teens and women's health, and the overall social economic empowerment of women and children. To purchase a table or tickets to this event, contact: The JFM Group at 212-921-9070 x 14 or email: jessicam@thejfmgroup.com /visit www.highwaterwomen.org/philanthropyevents.html Photos: 2006 High Water Women's Casino Night | In A League of their Own, Manhattan Society Report in Prestige Magazine (Asia) June 2006 |
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Complex Magazine 7th Anniversary Event: By Invite Only Time: 9pm-2am Contact: Jasmine G. Desai | Williamson PR & Showroom | tel: 212.226.5507 | e-mail: Jasmine@williamsonpr.com for details |
| Friday, April 3, 2009 |
| Boys' Towns of Italy, Inc. "Ball of the Year": This annual "Ball of the Year" is a fundraiser that benefits Boys' Towns of Italy, Inc. The dinner will be held at The Pierre Hotel. Peter Duchin and his Orchestra will supply the music for the evening. Joe Piscopo will be the Master of Ceremony. Liliane Montevecchi, internationally acclaimed cabaret singer, will performance the evening of the Ball. 2009 HONOREES: Domenico Vacca, Italian Designer, 2009 "Man of the Year" Veronica Atkins Mersentes & Honorable Michael Fedele, Lieutenant Governor of Connecticut - 2009 "Humanitarian Award" Recipients Liliane Montevecchi 2009 "Entertainer of the Year". HONORARY CO-CHAIRMEN: Dennis Basso, Billy Crystal, William Ivey Long, Tommy Tune. DINNER CO-CHAIRMEN: Vittorio Assaf, Carmen Dell'Orifice, Fabio Granato, Sharon Marantz-Walsh, Peter Martino, Edward J. Micone, Jr. BENEFIT COMMITTEE INCLUDES: Tony Aiello, Maria Bartiromo, Mr. & Mrs. Salvatore Bellino, Louis J. Cappelli, Tony Cointreau, Arlene Dahl, Kent Drake, Mercedes Ellington, Kathleen Giordano, Caroline Hirsch, Ann Jillian, Tony Lo Bianco, Andy Murcia, Marc Rosen, Rosanna Scotto, Mark Simone, Honorable & Mrs. Peter F. Vallone, Sr. SILENT AUCTION CHAIRMEN: Linda Bruno, Eva Franchi, Babe Rizzuto. There will be a Silent Auction the night of the event. CONTRIBUTION LEVELS: Tickets: $500 per person, Table of ten $5000. Table Sponsorships: $7,000., $8000., $9000., $15,000 Underwriting Opportunities: $5000-$100,000. Tribute Journal ads: $300. - $6,000. For more information, call Boys' Towns of Italy, Inc. 212.980.8770. Time: 7:00 p.m. Cocktails, 8:00 p.m. Dinner. Venue: The Pierre Hotel CONTACT: Boys' Towns of Italy, Inc. | Phone: 212.980.8770 | Fax: 212.644.0766 | Email: Office@btiofny.org | web: www.boystownofitaly.org |
| Monday, April 6, 2009 |
| 2009 SKATING WITH THE STARS BENEFIT GALA: Figure Skating in Harlem is pleased to announce the 2009 Skating with the Stars gala honoring skating legend Tai Babilonia and New York State’s First Lady, Michelle Paige Patterson. Time: 5:30pm-9pm Venue: Wollman Rink in Central Park. It promises to be another fun and delightful evening that raises critically-needed funds for Figure Skating in Harlem’s pioneering youth development program. Honorary Chairs: Joyce and David Dinkins, Terry and Tina Lundgren and Donald Trump and Melania Trump will serve as this year’s. The Gala co-chairs are Star Jones, Candace S. Matthews, Teresa Teague, and Tamara Tunie. Now in its fifth year, this star-studded event attracts celebrities such as Kelly Ripa, Vera Wang, Mariska Hargitay, Christopher Meloni, Richie Rich, Kimberley Locke, and Kelly Rowland, as well as prominent business leaders, philanthropists, and friends. The evening will also include a dinner buffet and auction. 2009 Benefit Committee includes: Whitney Houston, Mariska Hargitay & Peter Hermann, Lorraine Bracco, Christopher Meloni & Sherman Meloni, Apolo Anton Ohno, Cameron Mathison, and Martha Stewart are among the members of the. At this event, guests are offered the extraordinary opportunity to skate side by side with Tai Babilonia and a spectacular roster of Olympic and World Medalists including Dorothy Hamill, Sasha Cohen, Sarah Hughes, Viktor Petrenko, Todd Eldredge, Alissa Czisny, Kimmie Meissner, Evan Lysacek, Timothy Goebel and Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto. TICKETS start at $300 and are available by calling (212) 675-9474. Visit www.charitybuzz.com to find great auction items for bidding online from March 25-April 21, 2009. For more information, contact: Jennifer Niederhoffer | (917) 699-2939 | e-mail: jennifer@impressmediapr.com See Photos from last year--2008 Skating with the Stars |
| Thursday, April 9, 2009 |
| PORSCHE Hosts 10th Annual East Side House Settlement Gala Preview of the 2009 New York International Auto Show: This glamorous evening, sponsored by Porsche, includes a special Porsche exhibition, a private preview of the entire auto show, a cocktail gala for the benefit committee and a dinner for sponsors and benefactors. The evening’s highlight will be a live auction of a Porsche sports car by George McNeely from Christie’s. Gala Chairs: Michael Moreno, Philip L. Yang, Joan P. Young Benefit Committee Chairs: Kipton Cronkite, Paige Hardy and Tatiana Platt. All proceeds will benefit East Side House Settlement. Time: Cocktails: 6pm – 9pm, Benefactors Dinner: 8:30 pm Venue: Jacob K. Javits Center, 11th Avenue at 35th Street. Ticket Price: Dinner Tickets: $1,000, Cocktail Tickets: $150 Tickets: (718) 292-7392 Website: www.galapreview.org Press Contact: Sharp Communications, Inc. | tel: (212) 829-0002 | Elizabeth Hewitt ext. 107 / eh@sharpthink.com | Maria Corredor ext. 110/ mc@sharpthink.com | Susie Sherman ext. 104/ ss@sharpthink.com |
| Tuesday, April 14, 2009 |
| PUBLICOLOR TO HOST THEIR ANNUAL STIR, SPLATTER + ROLL 2009 BENEFIT: Guests Will Enjoy Colorful Cocktails While Painting Alongside Some of New York City's Leading Celebrities And Designers. Publicolor, a dynamic not-for-profit organization that uses the power of color, collaboration and completion to mobilize New York City's at-risk students to transform their struggling public schools and neglected neighborhood facilities into vibrant learning and community centers with brightly colored paint, will host their annual Stir, Splatter + Roll benefit on Tuesday, April 14th. Stir, Splatter & Roll (SS+R) is Publicolor's annual fundraiser at which our guests paint collaborative artworks under the direction of TEAM LEADERS who are some of New York's most distinguished designers, architects and artists. After painting, guests will enjoy a seated dinner in honor of Mary Boone, the celebrated gallery owner credited with discovering several artists including Jean Michel Basquiat, Julian Schnabel, David Salle, Barbara Kruger, and more. We are honoring her commitment to bringing arts education to the New York Public schools through the Young at Art program. Working with Publicolor, this unique public-private partnership will transform the public spaces of 30 public schools, bringing energy, life and invigorated learning environments to thousands of New York City public school children. To date, Publicolor has transformed over 105 New York City public schools and 115 community sites, including clinics, shelters, and police precincts. Our programs impact the daily lives of over 200,000 students and mobilize the efforts of over 2,000 volunteers annually. Transformed schools have reported increased teacher attendance, lower rates of violence and graffiti, and a greater sense of pride and ownership among students. TIME: Painting + Cocktails at 6PM; Dinner + Program at 7:30PM. VENUE: Martin Luther King High School (122 Amsterdam Ave between 65th and 66th Streets). TICKETS/TABLES: Tickets: $250; $500; $1,000. Tables of 10: $5000; $10,000; $15,000; $25,000 (Gold Leaf Circle) and $50,000 (Full Spectrum Circle). For tickets and event information, please contact Dave Garvoille at (212) 213- 6121 or dave@publicolor.org MEDIA CONTACT: Jenna Spector, Publicity Coordinator, Susan Blond, Inc., 50 W. 57th St. 14th Floor, New York, NY 10019. Tel: 212-333-7728 *103 * Fax: F 212-262-1373 e-mail: jspector@susanblondinc.com |
| FIGHTING GRAVITY: A party to celebrate gender equality at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and Alex Mar’s new documentary film Fighting Gravity. Event is sponsored by 10 Cane Rum. Filmmaker Alex Mar, Academy award nominee Virgina Madsen, blogger Rachelle Hruska, 30 Rock’s Rachel Dratch, producer Nicholas Shumaker, actor/director David Wain, publicist Bettina Prentice, writer Hudson Morgan, Zandy Hartig, Jauretsi Saizarbitoria and socialites Gillian Hearst-Simonds, Lisa Anastos, and Chessy Wilson host the event Fighting Gravity. Time: 7 to 9 pm. Venue: Norwood Club, 241 West 14th Street, New York, NY. Tickets: $35 Suggested donation. Background: Ski Jumping is the only Olympic sport in which women are prohibited from competition. Female ski jumpers from around the world have been petitioning the Olympic committee to compete for years with no response. Ten elite ski jumpers from around the world have launched a lawsuit against the Vancouver Olympic Organizing Committee (VANOC) in May and a judge will hear the arguments on April 20, 2009. These brave young women include three Americans: Lindsey Van, currently the top female ski jumper in the world, her team mate Jessica Jerome and Karla Keck, a retired ski jumping champion now coaching. The other plaintiffs are from Canada, Norway, Slovenia, Germany and Austria. Privately Olympic committee members have suggested that because of repeated hard landings, ski jumping may affect women’s ability to procreate later in life. In a radio interview Gian-Franco Kasper, president of the international ski federation, stated, "the sport seems not to be appropriate for the ladies from a medical point of view." After public outcry pointing to this obvious evidence of gender discrimination Kasper retracted the statement but the women’s division of ski jumping is still denied entry into the Olympics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) denies any discrimination. President Jacque Rogge says it’s a matter of “technical merit” and that women’s ski jumping simply isn’t developed enough. There are 157 active women ski jumpers from 18 countries registered with the International Ski Federation (www.fis-ski.com). At the time of decision by the IOC in November 2006, there were 30 women from 10 nations registered for skier cross and 83 women from 14 nations for women’s ski jumping. Skier cross was approved for the 2010 Olympics while women’s ski jumping was rejected by the IOC based on technical reasons. Women’s ski jumping meets the requirements of universality and technical merit with its elite competitors far exceeding the numbers of athletes and nations for other facility-based sports that have been allowed into the Olympics. Still in 2006, the IOC voted to exclude women’s ski jumping, rejecting the 114-1 vote and recommendation of FIS to include women on the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Winter Games program. Ski jumpers like Lindsey Van are still waiting for a last minute reversal by the Olympic Committee. “A precedent does exist for the IOC to reverse its decisions even at the last minute,” points out Deedee Corradini, president of Women's Ski Jumping-USA. “Only a short time before the 1984 Los Angeles games began, the IOC allowed women to participate in the marathon.” Media Contact: Bettina Prentice, Bettina Prentice Communications, 917 653-7422 or email bettina@bettinaprentice.com with any questions. |
| Wednesday, April 15, 2009 |
| The National Park Foundation's African American Experience Fund will honor the life and legacy of historian, author, professor and environmentalist Dr. John Hope Franklin at its fifth annual fundraising gala, titled "Celebrating a Tradition of Excellence." Award winning journalist Gwen Ifill will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies, and acclaimed documentarian Ken Burns, director of the upcoming film National Parks: America's Best Idea -- made possible with support from the National Park Foundation -- will deliver a special tribute to Dr. Franklin. The gala will commemorate the critical role of African-Americans in the rich heritage of the National Parks in America. The African American Experience Fund will dedicate the evening to honor the significance of Dr. Franklin’s legacy. A graduate of Fisk University, Dr. Franklin received both his A.M. and Ph.D. degrees in history from Harvard University. His illustrious 60 year teaching career that began Fisk University took him to such prestigious institutions as Howard University, Brooklyn College, where he was the first person of color to chair a major department, the University of Chicago and Duke University where he was the James B. Duke Professor of History Emeritus. More than 250 philanthropic, corporate and individual supporters of AAEF are expected. Guests will enjoy cocktails, dinner and entertainment at the cherished New York venue. Proceeds from this event will support youth education programs at national parks and historic sites that preserve and celebrate African-American history and culture. For more information please visit the NPF website at www.nationalparks.org. Attire: Black Tie Venue: The Rainbow Room, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, Floor 65, New York, New York Time: 6:30 p.m. – Cocktail Reception | 7:30 p.m. – Dinner and Award Ceremony. TICKETS & INFO: Cynthia Morris | e-mail: cmorris@nationalparks.org MEDIA CONTACT: Mollie Fullington/Erin Farrell (212) 575-4545 efarrell@lakpr.com | Linden Alschuler & Kaplan Public Relations |
| New Yorkers For Children: A Fools Fete 2009: Time: Cocktails and Silent Auction 7:30 p.m. Dinner 8:30pm Dessert and Dancing 10:00 p.m. Venue: The Ballroom, Mandarin Oriental, New York, The Time Warner Center. Attire: Black Tie |
| Thursday, April 16, 2009 |
| Lenox Hill Neighborhood House Spring Gala: "Night & Day" |
| Monday, April 20, 2009 |
| New York Philharmonic Presents New York Moments at Annual Spring Gala: The New York Philharmonic will celebrate its 2009 Spring Gala with New York Moments, a concert featuring iconic musical moments from Broadway and film. The New York Philharmonic’s presentation of New York Moments stars Ashley Brown, Maria Friedman, Joel Grey, Jennifer Holiday, Liza Minnelli, Kelli O’Hara, Paulo Szot and Nikki Yanofsky. Award winning composer Marvin Hamlisch will conduct and host the evening. Cocktail reception begins at 6 pm; concert begins at 7:30 pm, followed by dinner. Gala chairmen are Barry & Fran Weissler with global sponsor, Credit Suisse. Expected guests include President and Executive Director Zarin Mehta and Carmen Mehta, Chairman Paul and Diane Guenther, Kenneth and Noreen Buckfire, John S. and Jill Chalsty , Mr. and Mrs. James E. Buckman, Toos N. and Hira Daruvala, J. Christopher Flowers, Timothy and Cosby George, The Honorable Roy M. Goodman, Leonard S. and Jennifer Gruenberg, Gurnee and Marjorie Hart, Gerald L. and Agnes Hassell, Robert and Colleen Hekemian, Jr., Roger and Susan Hertog, Mrs. William T. Knight III, H. Frederick Krimendahl, II and Emilia A. Saint-Amand, George M. Lund, Mr. and Mrs. Alan S. MacDonald, Peter W. and Leni May, Honey Kurtz Karlheinz and Elisabeth Muhr, The Honorable Frank N. and Lizabeth Newman, Charles and Elaine Petschek , Joel and Joan Picket, Charles V. and Carol Schaefer, Larry A. Silverstein, Paul and Daisy Soros, Ronald J. Ulrich, Mary J. Wallach, Stanford and Sandra Warshawsky. Time: 6:00–7:00 PM Cocktails and arrivals 7:30 PM Concert 9:30 PM Dinner Venue: Avery Fisher Hall, 64th Street & Broadway, Main Lobby. Attire: Business attire. |
| Tuesday, April 21, 2009 |
| A Night of Hope: A Special One on One Dinner Honoring Pastors Joel & Victoria Osteen: Pastor Joel Osteen has been chosen to bless the new Yankee Stadium in a "Historic Night of Hope" being held on April 25th. This is a special preview of the Yankee Stadium event to meet the Osteen’s in a one-on-one reception and dinner. Inspirational music will be performed and renowned artist Peter Max will be on hand to unveil his portrait of the Osteen’s. Venue: The National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park South, New York City; Time: Reception: 6:30 p.m., Dinner: 7:30 p.m. Festive Attire. Event Co-chairs: Sharon Bush, Diane Bernhard, Aldon James, Margo Langenberg, Jean Shafiroff. Benefit Committee: Van Bernhard, Joyce Brooks, Lauren and Ashley Bush, Iris Cantor, B.J. Carter, Rita Cosby, John Desidero, Jonathan and Somers Farkas, Bob Guccione Jr., R. Couri Hay, John James, Ann Liguori, Ambassador John L. Loeb, Jr. and Sharon Handler, Peter Max, Georgette Mosbacher, Jay and Sally Plourde, Alexandra Preate, Catherine Saxton, Christine Schott, Donna and Richard Soloway, Martin Shafiroff, Roger Webster, Barbara Winston, Victoria Wyman. Called by many, “America’s Voice of Hope,” Joel Osteen is a New York Times best-selling author and one of the most popular ministers in the world. His weekly television broadcast inspires hundreds of millions of people in over 150 nations with a message of God’s love, hope, and encouragement. Together with his wife, Victoria Osteen, they lead the renowned Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, which not only draws over 40,000 worshippers each week, but is celebrated for its global humanitarian efforts as well. Lakewood spends millions of dollars each year bringing food and medicine to millions of impoverished people throughout Africa. Their medical teams are a familiar and welcome sight in Africa’s remote villages where they administer much needed medical services such as immunizations, parasite control, and life-saving surgical procedures. Your financial support makes it possible for Joel Osteen Ministries to distribute 5,000 free tickets to needy families in the tri-state area for the Osteens’ “Historic Night of Hope” at the new Yankee Stadium on April 25th. Joel Osteen Ministries in cooperation with Feed the Children will distribute over $2 million worth of food to needy families in the tri-state area. Joel and Victoria receive no salary from Lakewood Church. TICKET INFORMATION FOR ONE-ON-ONE PRIVATE RECEPTION AND DINNER WITH PASTORS JOEL & VICTORIA OSTEEN: Individual Tickets: Junior (35 & under): $350 for 1 Private Dinner, plus 1 ticket to Yankee Stadium for the Osteen’s “Historic Night of Hope” on April 25. Silver Ticket: $600 for 1 Private Dinner, plus 1 box seat at Yankee Stadium for the Osteen’s “Historic Night of Hope” on April 25. Gold Ticket: $1,000 for 1 Private One-on-One Reception and Dinner, plus 1 VIP seat at Yankee Stadium for the Osteen’s “Historic Night of Hope” on April 25. For Tables: Benefactor: $6,000 for 10 Private Dinner tickets plus 10 tickets to the Osteen's "Historic Night of Hope" at Yankee Stadium on April 25. Sponsor: $10,000 for 10 Private Dinner tickets, plus 10 box seats at Yankee Stadium for the Osteen's "Historic Night of Hope" on April 25. To Purchase Tickets for April 21st One-on-One with Pastors Joel and Victoria Osteen, please contact: Tel: 917-508-6464 or E-mail: JoelDinner@yahoo.com To see the invitation on line: www.osteenevent.webs.com The non-deductible portion of the ticket is $125. FOR TICKETS TO “THE HISTORIC NIGHT OF HOPE AT YANKEE STADIUM” ON APRIL 25TH, PLEASE VISIT www.JoelOsteen.com |
| Wednesday, April 22, 2009 |
| The Diller-Quaile School of Music Spring Gala: The theme of this year’s Benefit is Starry, Starry Night—an evening to celebrate our students, the true stars of Diller-Quaile. Gala Chair: Michelle Marie Heinemann. The Benefit will begin at 6:30 pm with a cocktail reception and silent auction that will include a special raffle of one-of-a-kind class art projects loving produced by the students in Diller-Quaile’s music and art classes. This will be followed by a seated dinner, performances by several student choral and instrumental ensembles, greetings from our special guest host, and dancing to a live band. The annual Benefit helps to sustain the continued excellence of Diller-Quaile’s programs and faculty. Time: 6:30-10:30 Venue: The Rainbow Room, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York City. Table tickets-$10,000/$5,000 Individual tickets $350-$1,000. For more information contact: Stephen Shafer at 212-369-1484 ext. 29 or email sshafer@diller-quaile.org |
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The Touch Foundation's Young Leaders Spring Fling: Save the date. More info coming soon. Venue: 1 Oak, 453 West 17th Street Time: 8-11pm |
| Thursday, April 23, 2009 |
| Ready, Set, Dream! Harlem Academy Turns Five!: A spirited evening celebrating five years of unleashing potential, building character and inspiring dreams for the children of Harlem. Time: 6:30 to 9:30 pm Venue: The Rainbow Room, Pegasus Suite, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY. Please contact Jeremy Bradley at 212.348.2600 or jbradley@harlemacademy.org Visit us at www.HarlemAcademy.org or on Facebook. See also Forbes.com: Country Day In Harlem | Photos: Harlem Academy 2008 Spring Benefit | Harlem Academy 2006 Spring Benefit | Harlem Academy 2nd Annual Spring Benefit |
| New York Junior League’s 10th Annual Spring Auction: Please join the FUNdraisers committee at the tenth annual NYJL Spring Auction. This special evening, one of the NYJL's largest fundraisers, includes a live and silent auction, delicious appetizers and a cocktail reception. The annual NYJL Spring Auction generates vital funding for critical NYJL community service projects, including one of our signature projects, the Playground Improvement Project, located this year in Morningside Park. Time: 7:00-11:00 p.m. Venue: 583 Park Avenue, New York City For questions please contact fundraiserstkts@nyjl.org |
| Operation Smile Event Junior Smile Event 2009: Hosted by Amanda Cole and Jessica Leavitt. Runway Show Host: Gretta Monahan of Tim Gunn’s Guide to Style. Time: 6:30-11:30 pm. Venue: Capitale, 130 Bowery Street, New York, NY 10013 2008 Photos: Operation Smile Jr. Smile Event 2008 (album 1) | Operation Smile Jr. Smile Event 2008 Album 2 |
| The US Asia Institute Spring Gala at the United Nations |
| Friday, April 24, 2009 |
| St. George's Society: "The English Ball" at Honoring: Lionel Barber, Editor of The Financial Times, Louis V. Gerstner, Jr., KBE, retired Chairman and CEO, IBM Corp., Sir Terry Leahy, Chief Executive, Tesco and Sir John Rose, Chief Executive, Rolls Royce, Plc. Venue: Starlight Roof of the Waldorf Astoria. Time: 6:30 p.m. Cocktail Reception. Dinner. Dancing.. Tickets: $550 ($400 for members only, limited availability). Details from becky.turner@stgeorgessociety.org |
| Monday, April 27, 2009 |
| Marymount Manhattan College 2009 President’s Medal Gala will honor Rabbi Philip Hiat at The Boathouse Cafe in Central Park. Emcee: NBC News Correspondent, Peter Alexander. Gala Chairs: Jim and Marilyn Simons Time: Cocktails 6:30pm; Dinner, Award Presentation and Dancing 7:30pm. Guests will enjoy an evening of dining, dancing and live entertainment. Gala participation supports the increase of scholarship opportunities’, an initiative of this is the Day, the campaign for Marymount Manhattan. Tickets begin at $750. Email: mmm@cmevents.net | Phone: (212) 763-8595,| fax: (212) 763-8577 |
| Tuesday, April 28, 2009 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City's Sidewalks of New York Annual Awards Dinner: During this celebratory evening, we will be honoring Edward L. Gardner, President and CEO of Industrial Solvents Corporation, with the Public Service Award. Ed has been a Trustee for over 44 years, single-handedly raising over $20 million dollars for this worthy cause. Without Ed, Big Brothers Big Sisters would be nowhere near the organization it is today. We will also be presenting the Communication Award to Soledad O'Brien. Soledad is an award-winning Anchor and Special Correspondent for CNN Worldwide. Justin Tuck, Super Bowl and Pro Bowl Champion, will receive the Sports Award for his work both on the field with the New York Giants and off the field with local non-profits. Lynn Swann will be joining us as the Master of Ceremonies for this wonderful evening. Venue: Grand Ballroom, Waldorf Astoria Time: Cocktails at 6:30 pm/ Dinner at 7:30 pm Tickets: *Chairman's Circle Table $50,000 Includes premium seating for a table of 10 and listing in program. *Leadership Table $25,000 Includes prime seating for table of 10 and program listing. *Benefactor Table $15,000 Includes preferential seating for a table of 10 and program listing. *Patron Table $10,000 Includes priority a table of 10 and program listing. *Sponsor Table $5,000 Includes a table of 10 and program listing. *Patron Ticket $1,000 *Sponsor Ticket $500 |
| The 2009 Wings Women of Discovery Awards: Since 2003, the Women of Discovery Awards have identified, honored and supported women explorers around the world. Given in categories of Earth, Sea, Air & Space, Humanity, Courage, Field Research and Lifetime Achievement, the Awards recognize outstanding contributions to world knowledge through exploration, while providing important funding to support continued research through expeditions. Today, 48 awardees have become WINGS Fellows and the number continues to grow each year. This year WINGS will recognize five pioneering explorers, from five countries, pursuing five lifelong quests and honoring the adventurous life and spirit of WINGS co-founder Leila Hadley Luce. Time: 6:30 p.m. Venue: Tribeca Rooftop, NYC Honorary Co-Chairs: Uma Thurman & Theodore Janulis. Auctioneer: Eliza Osborne (Sotheby's) Click here to: Buy Tickets or Donate (or call 212-759-1128, email annabelle@wingsworldquest.org) Meet the Five Explorers. Photos: 2008 WINGS Women of Discovery Awards Gala | 2007 WINGS Women of Discovery Awards Gala | Photographer: Karen Zieff | www.zieffphoto.com | 718.852.1884 | 617.308.6580 | zieffphoto@aol.com |
| Women In Need's Commit to WIN Annual Benefit Dinner |
| American Cancer Society: "Taste of Hope 2009": Tasting of New York City's top restaurants. Open Bar. Gift bag. Venue: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street. Time: 7:30 p.m. (6:30 p.m. VIP Reception). Tickets: $150 ($125 until February 13), Details and purchase tickets online. |
| Thursday, April 30, 2009 |
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HEALTH CORPS "Green Garden Gala": HealthCorps’ Annual Gala, The Green Garden Gala, will raise funds to expand the organization’s groundbreaking in-school health educational and mentoring program, which has grown across the country. Co chairs: Dr. Mehmet C. Oz and Mrs. Mehmet Oz. Honorees: Ben Vereen; Joel Klein, New York City Schools Chancellor; John Catsimatidis, CEO, Red Apple Group. The black tie event promises guests a magical evening of dining, dancing and entertainment. Special performance by Wyclef Jean Time: 6:00 p.m. Cocktails and earthly delights | 8:00 p.m. Seated dinner Venue: Winter Garden, World Financial Center, 220 Vesey Street at Battery Park. Ticket Price: $1000 per ticket; $10,000-$250,000 per table. Media Contact: Amy Barone, Communications Director | e-mail: amy.barone@healthcorps.net | tel: 212.742.2875 | website: www.healthcorps.org | Green Garden Gala (PDF) Photos: Health Corps 2008 Enchanted Garden Gala (Red Carpet) | Health Corps Enchanted Garden Gala (Candids, atmosphere) | "Back to the Garden" Inaugural Black-Tie Gala to Benefit Health Corps (2007) |
| DESIGN CARES is a fashion event for the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Design Cares 2009 will feature a runway show of exclusive evening gowns by the world’s leading designers including, but not limited to: Adrienne Landau, Carolina Herrera, Catherine Malandrino, Chado Ralph Rucci, Diane Von Furstenberg, John Galliano, Maggie Norris Couture, Marc Jacobs Collection, Matthew Williamson, Michael Kors, Nicole Miller, Vera Wang, Versace and Yigal Azrouel. Every dress will be auctioned off at the event and online to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, one of the premier pediatric cancer research and treatment centers. New for 2009 is Models of Hope, whereby socials and celebrities will model the gowns in a runway-walk-a-thon for St. Jude Design Cares. Much like any walk-a-thon, Models of Hope are equipped with donation forms to accept pledges for their runway-walk. VENUE: The 69th Regiment Armory, 26th Street and Lexington Avenue, Manhattan, New York. CO-CHAIRS: Dawn Gallagher & Reynaldo Davis Carter. TIME: 7:00 p.m. PURCHASE TICKETS: General Attendance $200, Individual VIP Ticket - $500, VIP Tables $5,000. TICKET INFO/CONTACT: Leanne Stella; ALSAC / St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; 212.239.3239; leanne.stella@stjude.org. MEDIA CONTACT: Naomi Watts | Launch Media Group | Tel: 212 544 0508 Email: nwatts@launchmediagroup.com | Bianca Sultana | BSPR | Tel: 646.331.8167 e-mail: bianca@biancasultanapr.com |
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Frick Collection: "Preview Opening of the International Fine Art Fair" at Venue: the Park Avenue Armory. Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Collectors Committee tickets; other tickets available for earlier admission.) Tickets: $500. Details from 212-547-0706 |
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Friday, May 1, 2009 |
| Young Professionals For Care Invite you to MOVE: Select Open Bar, Raffle, Music by DJ Shaun Pazel Tickets are $55 in advance and $70 at the door. Venue: Pink Elephant NYC, 527 West 27th Street Time: 8-11 PM |
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Boys Club of New York Derby 2009: Boys Club of New York's Spring Junior Event - The Boys' Club Derby. The event will be held the night before the Kentucky Derby. Drinks and dancing. Derby Attire Preferred. Venue: The Maritime Hotel Cabanas Time: 8pm to Midnight See: 2007 Photos Please call or email Claude Barilleaux at 212-353-2122 to reserve tickets. |
| Monday, May 4, 2009 |
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The sixth annual Fountain House Symposium and Luncheon will take place on Monday, May 4th at The Pierre Hotel in New York City. Time: 11:15 a.m. with presentations at noon. Our topic, Invisible Wounds: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is especially timely, as incidences of PTSD are on the rise due to the number of veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. The topic connects with our focus as life-long, disabling PTSD often co-exists with serious mental illness. The panelists include: Marylene Cloitre, Cathy and Stephen Graham Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, NYU School of Medicine and Founding Director, Trauma and Resilience Research Program NYU Child Study Center; and Nancy Venable Raine, author of After Silence: Rape and My Journey Back; and Lee Woodruff and Bob Woodruff are this year’s honorees. As you may recall, Mr. Woodruff, an anchorman for ABC news, sustained a severe brain injury in an IED explosion in Iraq. The Woodruffs have informed and inspired thousands of people living with PTSD or TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) by sharing their own riveting story of surviving trauma in their book, In an Instant. The Fountain House Symposium and Luncheon is the premier forum for the discussion of mental illness in New York City. We seek to improve community knowledge about mental illness, address the issue of stigma, and raise funds for the continuing services that Fountain House provides to its members. For more information, contact Susan Bell Events | tel: 212.874-5457 | Symposium & Luncheon Invitation | Buy Tickets |
| Tuesday, May 5, 2009 |
| 2009 Violet Ball to Honor Susan and Martin Lipton & Benefit NYU Langone Medical Center: The 2009 Violet Ball will honor Susan Lipton and Martin Lipton for their exemplary commitment and devotion to the NYU Langone Medical Center, and will be chaired by Robert I. Grossman, M.D., Dean and CEO of the Medical Center. The black-tie event begins with cocktails at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m. Expected attendees include Elaine and Kenneth Langone, Lori and Larry Fink, Ruth and Sidney Lapidus, Sandy and Ed Meyer, Brooke and Daniel Neidich, Debra Perelman, Jill and Alan Rappaport, Klara and Larry Silverstein, Stacey and Roger Silverstein, Norma and Gordon Smith, and Merryl Tisch and Jim Tisch. The Violet Ball celebrates the Medical Center’s longstanding tradition of excellence in education, research, and patient care. Photos of the event will be available at www.VioletBall.org at 9:00 p.m. on May 5. Time: Cocktails at 6:00 p.m., Dinner at 7:00 p.m. Venue: Cipriani 42nd Street, 110 East 42nd Street, Manhattan |
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The Princess Grace Foundation-USA (PGF-USA) hosts a cocktail reception to benefit artists in theater, dance and film through scholarships, apprenticeships and fellowships. Emmy Award winning talk show host and author Dick Cavett will moderate an “intimate conversation” between Academy Award-winning actress Estelle Parsons and recent Princess Grace Award-winning artist, Toccarra Cash (Theater, 2007). The discussion will explore the path to a successful career in the arts. Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm Venue: The Players Club, 16 Gramercy Park South, NYC Tickets: $50.00, Please contact Yolanda F. Johnson at 212-317-1470 |
| Wednesday, May 6, 2009 |
| Central Park Conservancy's 27th annual FLO luncheon, hosted by the Women's Committee: More than 1,200 guests will attend this enchanting event. Look for a sea of spring hats at the FLO luncheon. Event Co-chairs: Vicki Foley, Muffy Miller, Gillian Miniter, Tara Rockefeller and Stephanie Winston Wolkoff. Betsy Messerschmitt is President of the Women's Committee. Honorees: Angela and Wade Thompson are being honored for their outstanding support of Central Park. Location: Conservatory Garden (105th Street & Fifth Avenue) See Photos: 2009 FLO Luncheon | 2008 FLO Luncheon | 25th Annual FLO Luncheon (2007) | 24th Annual FLO Luncheon (2006) |
| Thursday, May 7, 2009 |
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LSA Family Health Service 2009 Spring Gala & Dance Party: Strengthening Families, Realizing Dreams Venue: at the Frank Gehry-designed IAC Building Time: 6:30pm Cocktail Reception 7:30pm Dinner & Live Auction | 9:30pm Dance Party with music by Donna D'Cruz. Contact: Bill Fink | LSA Family Health Service | e-mail: bfink@lashfs.org | tel: 646-672-5279 Photos: LSA FHS 50th Anniversary Gala (2008) |
| Taste of The Lower East Side: Taste of the Lower East Side began in 2000 when volunteers rallied the Lower East Side restaurant community to help raise needed funds to support programs at Grand Street Settlement. Nine years later, these volunteers have turned Taste into a premier event attended by over 1,000 people, featuring signature dishes from the Lower East Side’s best restaurants. Revenue raised from the event funds provides needed resources for Grand Street Settlement programs which benefit youth and families throughout New York City. Time: 7:00 - 11:00 PM Location: The Pucking Building, 293 Lafayette St. Benefactor tickets $500 each* Patrons tickets $250 each* Friends tickets(Advance) $150 each Friends tickets(At door) $200 each* Purchase Tickets Phone: 646.201.4271 |
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Operation Smile: "The Smile Event 2009": The 6th annual Smile Event, a premiere dinner and specialty live auction, will be held in New York City on Thursday, May 7, 2009. This event will raise awareness and funds for the children of Operation Smile and will enable Operation Smile to continue our efforts around the world. New York City business leaders, our Celebrity Smile Ambassadors, and the philanthropically-minded elite have agreed to lend their support to ensure children are given a new smile. Executive Co-Chairs are Vanessa Trump & Donald Trump Jr., Lacey Tisch-Sidney & Lowell Sidney, and Gillian Hearst Simonds & Christian Simonds. Smile Committee Co-Chairs are Lydia Hearst, Minnie Mortimer, and Maggie Rizer. Venue: Cipriani Wall Street. Time: VIP dinner with live auction. 7:00 p.m. Dessert and dancing after the event. Attire: Black Tie. For additional details, contact Tatiana Sotiriou at tsotiriou@operationsmile.org or 888-677-6453 |
| Monday, May 11, 2009 |
| Literacy Partners 25th “Evening of Readings” Gala: A historic star-studded affair, Literacy Partners’ 25th annual “Evening of Readings” Gala will once again be chaired by celebrated New Yorkers Liz Smith, Arnold Scaasi and Parker Ladd at the Koch Theater at Lincoln Center. To help celebrate, television commentator Barbara Walters, and authors Marie Brenner, David Wroblewski and Christopher Buckley will read from their most recent books. Venue: Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, Columbus Avenue, at 63rd Street New York, NY. Date and Time: 6 p.m. Honorees: Literacy Partners, New York’s only accredited adult literacy organization, will honor philanthropists Nina Rennert Davidson and Mitchell Davidson and author and historian Barbara Goldsmith for their leadership and dedication in support of adult literacy. About: Literacy Partners has taught New Yorkers to read and write since 1973. The nonprofit offers free classes, from basic reading to advanced instruction, for adults and families. Literacy Partners | 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016| www.literacypartners.org | Susan McLean, Executive Director | For ticket information please call 212-573-6933 |
| Tuesday, May 12, 2009 |
| A Night to Benefit ART START Youth: Gerstein Fisher & Associates Hosts Exclusive preview screening of the Sundance Channel's new film, The Hip Hop Project, by executive producers Bruce Willis & Queen Latifah. The Hip Hop Project is the compelling story of Kazi, a formerly homeless teenager who through his involvement with ART START, inspires a group of New York City teens to transform their life stories into powerful works of art, using hip hop as a force for hope, healing and the realization of dreams. Kazi challenges these young people to write music about real issues affecting their lives as they strive to overcome daunting obstacles to produce a collaborative album. Time: 7-9 PM Venue: The New York Academy of Film, 100 E. 17th Street, New York City An inspiring performance by the ART START youth will immediately follow the film. Please visit www.art-start.org/news.html to register for this event. Tickets: $50 per ticket. Ticket costs, as well as any additional contributions you may wish to make to ART START, are tax deductible. Gerstein Fisher & Associates is proud to sponsor this special screening to benefit ART START, recognizing that in today's economic environment, support for nonprofit organizations is more valued than ever. 100% of the proceeds from this event will benefit ART START, a charitable organization that Gerstein Fisher has supported for several years. Please join us on this exciting evening for a very worthy cause. The purpose of ART START is to value and nurture the voices, hearts and minds of New York City's most at-risk kids living in shelters, on the streets, with parents in crisis, or coming out of jail. ART START helps these incredible youth transform their lives through the creative process, developing their inner gifts and acquiring skills for success in life - against all odds. |
| Wednesday, May 13, 2009 |
| Save The Children Hosts The State of the World’s Mothers Luncheon: Each Mother’s Day, Save the Children releases its annual research report, State of the World’s Mothers, which takes an in-depth look at the status of mothers and children around the world. This year’s report, to be released on May 5th, focuses on Early Childhood Development. To honor this initiative, Save the Children will host the annual State of the World’s Mothers Luncheon, moderated by Save the Children Board Member and celebrated news commentator, Cokie Roberts, and with guest panelist, Actress and Save the Children Artist Ambassador Joely Fisher. Co-Chairs: Lisa McCarthy and Bowen Miller. Moderator: Cokie Roberts, ABC News Political Commentator, NPR Senior News Analyst and Save the Children Board of Trustees Member. Panelists: Joely Fisher, Actress and Save the Children Artist Ambassador; Judie Jerald, Early Childhood Advisor, U.S. Programs, Save the Children; Chloe O'Gara, Associate Vice President, Office of Education, Save the Children; and Karen Proctor, Vice President, Community Affairs and Government Relations, Scholastic Inc. Time: 11:30am – 2:00pm, Wednesday, May 13, 2009. To purchase tickets, go to savethechildren.org/SOWMluncheon or call 1-800-728-3843. Venue: The Metropolitan Club, One East 60th Street, New York City Media Contacts: Celeste Niebergall, cniebergall@mac.com, 917-318-4077 | Wendy Christian, wchristian@savechildren.org, 203-221-3767 |
| The Society of Memorial Sloan- Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) will host its 2nd Annual Spring Ball at the Plaza Hotel Ballroom On Wednesday, May 13, 2009. The Society's biggest event of the year, this high-spirited and glamorous evening will feature cocktails, dinner, dancing, and an exciting live performance by Grammy® Award Winner, R&B singer-songwriter, Macy Gray. The event is Co-Chaired by Muffie Potter Aston, Sara Ayres, Tory Burch, Shafi Roepers, and Caryn Zucker. Sponsored by NBC Universal, guests at the Spring Ball will include a high-profile crowd of The Society's members, VIP donors, and leaders in fashion, art and media. All proceeds will benefit The Society's patient care, research, and education programs at MSKCC. Time: 7:00 -11:00PM Venue: The Plaza Hotel, 68 Fifth Avenue, Ballroom, New York, NY For more information please contact Charlotte Reardon: tel: 212-639-7972 | e-mail: reardonc@mskcc.org |web: www.mskcc.org |
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New York City Ballet: "Spring Gala." Details from 212-870-5585 |
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Thursday, May 14, 2009 |
| VILLAGE CARE OF NEW YORK'S 8th ANNUAL "TULIPS & PANSIES - THE HEADDRESS AFFAIR": This year, a prestigious roster of top tier fashion designers such as Tory Burch, Chado Ralph Rucci, Pamella Roland, Cynthia Steffe, Lilly Pulitzer, Alvin Valley, Thierry Mugler, Zang Toi, Michael Vollbracht, b.michael and others will be paired with NYC's finest floral designers including Preston Bailey, L’Olivier, Ovando and Zezé to create a festive, high-fashion runway show of elaborate floral headdresses made entirely from living plants and fresh cut flowers. The event, which raises funds for Village Care of New York (www.vcny.org), a non-profit organization providing vital healthcare programs to people living with HIV/AIDS, is Chaired by Jack Curry, Editor of USA Weekend and TV Guide and Kelly Cutrone, Founder of People's Revolution. The evening will once again be hosted by Full Frontal Fashion and Style Network’s James Aguiar. Surprise guest judges will honor the headdress design teams in the categories of "Most Beautiful, Most Original, Most Entertaining and Most Outrageous." Date/Time: Thursday, May 14th from 7 PM to 10 PM. Ticket Price: $250 (Tickets are $300 after May 4th, 2009). Venue: The Edison Ballroom, 240 W. 47th Street, New York, NY. For Reservations/ticket information/online auction: please visit www.vcny.org or call Shannon Lavin at 212-337-5743. For Press Inquiries: Jaclyn Rutigliano /Sunshine Sachs & Associates/tel:212.691.2800 or email: rutigliano@sunshinesachs.com. Photos: 2008 Tulips & Pansies-The Headdress Affair | 2007 6th Annual Tulips & Pansies-The Headdress Affair |
| Tuesday, May 19, 2009 |
| The National Audubon Society’s Sixth Annual Women in Conservation Luncheon: The National Audubon Society will honor four exceptional women with the Rachel Carson Award at its sixth annual Women in Conservation Luncheon at The Plaza in New York City on May 19. Audubon established this distinguished award in 2004 to honor visionary women whose dedication, talent and energy have advanced conservation and environmental education locally and on a global scale. 2009 Rachel Carson Award Winners: Dr. Sylvia Earle, Sally Jewell, Elizabeth C. Titus Putnam, Elizabeth Colleton, Jane Evans and Susan Haspel – NBC Universal’s “Green is Universal” Initiative. Anne Thompson, NBC News’ Chief Environmental Affairs correspondent, will emcee the luncheon. Allison Whipple Rockefeller is the Founding Chair of the Rachel Carson Awards Council. Carol M. Browner will be a special guest at the luncheon. Former chair of the National Audubon Society, Browner served in President Clinton’s administration as the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA.) With former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, Browner co-founded The Albright Group, a global strategy advisory firm and Albright Capital Management, an investment advisory firm. Browner is currently the head of the White House Office of Energy and Climate Change Policy. She also served as a member of the League of Conservation Voters, Center for American Progress and Alliance for Climate Projection. Venue: The Plaza, 2 Central Park South in New York City. Time: Reception is at 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch at noon. Ticket prices range from $200-$2,500 for an individual ticket and $5,000-$50,000 for a table of 10. For more information, please call 212-874-5457. Press contacts: Ashley Nerz, LaForce + Stevens | tel: 212 242 9353 x157 | e-mail: anerz@laforce-stevens.com Delta Willis, Audubon | tel: 212 979 3197 | e-mail: dwillis@audubon.org |
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The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS) Presents Spring Gala 2009: Celebrating Our Return Alice Tully Hall. The gala will honor philanthropist James D. Wolfensohn, chairman of Wolfensohn & Company LLC and former president of The World Bank Group. This special evening will include cocktails, dinner, a concert program and private reception with the artists. The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center is led by Artistic Directors David Finckel and Wu Han. Gala Chair: Peter Duchin Benefit Committee: Barrett and Peter Frelinghuysen, Carol and Chuck Hamilton, Barbara and Harry P. Kamen, Carol and Rich Miller, James and Melissa O’Shaughnessy, Herbert and Judith Schlosser, Suzanne and David Simon, Elizabeth W. Smith, Diana Taylor, and Paul Volcker. Time: 6:00 PM Cocktail Reception, 6:30 PM Dinner, 8:00 PM Concert - reception with the artists immediately following. Concert Program: Mendelssohn at 200. Venue: Alice Tully Hall, 65th Street & Broadway. Dress: Black Tie Information/Tickets: (212) 875-5216 Website: www.ChamberMusicSociety.org Press Contact: Alison Nakamura, Sharp Communications, Inc. (212) 829-0002 Ext. 103 / an@sharpthink.com or Nicole Mostaccio x 113, nm@sharpthink.com Other Inquiries: please contact Fred Murdock, Manager of Special Events, at 212-875-5216 or fmurdock@chambermusicsociety.org |
| Career Bridges Seventh Annual Concert and Dinner: Join us for a very special evening with this years distinguished Achievement Awards being presented to Speight Jenkins, General Director of the Seattle Opera and national advocate for the support of young opera singers. Julius Rudel, former General Director and principal conductor of the New York City Opera, renowned for discovering and promoting young opera singers and The Metropolitan Opera Chorus, the stellar group of singers whose nightly presence lends such a vital and exciting dimension to the operatic stage. The evening will also feature the Career Bridges 2009 Grant Winners performing some of the world’s most beautiful arias. Venue: The Gala Performance and Dinner will be held at the Jumeirah Essex House (160 Central Park South) Time: 6:00 – 10:30 pm. Ticket price is $350 and is deductible. For more information please contact our Gala Coordinator, Jane Thorngren, at galacoordinator@careerbridges.org |
| HALE HOUSE 40th Anniversary Celebration: Cocktails, dinner and program. Event Chairs: Annie Churchill, Jennifer Creel, Nina Garcia, Zani Gugelmann, Deborah Hughes, Alexandra Lebenthal, Alexandra Lind Rose, Louis Rose, Vanessa Von Bismarck, Maximillian Weiner. Tickets from $350.00. Tables from $5,000.00. Time: 7:00 pm Venue: Prince George Ballroom, 15 East 27th Street, New York (212) 663-0700. Attire: Black tie. Sponsored by Dorsey & Whitney LLP |
| Wednesday, May 20, 2009 |
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El Museo ‘09 Gala: Co-chairs: Yaz Hernandez and Ruben and Isabel Toledo. Honorees: Luis Ubinas, the President of the Ford Foundation; Emilio and Gloria Estefan, two extraordinary performing artistes. Time: Cocktails at seven o'clock / Dinner and dancing at eight o'clock. Venue: Cipriani 42nd Street, 110 East 42nd Street, (Between Lexington & Park Avenues) New York, New York 10017 Ticket Prices-Table of ten: $100,000, $50,000, $25,000, $15,000 and $10,000 | Individual: $2,500, $1,500, $1,000 | Junior: $350. Tickets Contact: Karen Hershey, Event Consultant | tel: 212.343.1920 | e-mail: Khevents@aol.com Public Relations Contact: Jonathan Marder | Jonathan Marder + Co. | 646.638.2479 | e-mail: jon.marder@gsmltd.net Photos: EL MUSEO'S 15th Annual Gala: A Quinceanero | El Museo's Gala Kickoff 2008 | El Museo's 2007 Gala | El Museo's Young International Circle: Loteria | El Museo: Young International Circle Benefit to Celebrate Dia de los Muertos (2007) | El Museo: Young International Circle Benefit to Celebrate dia de los Muertos (2006) |
| Taste of the Nation NYC: Buy your ticket to the hottest food and wine event of 2009 and help fight childhood hunger. Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation® is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America. Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation NYC will be an evening of tasting and toasting to support the fight against childhood hunger. This year's Taste of the Nation event will feature signature dishes and desserts from more than 50 of the finest restaurants in New York, a selection of top-rated wines and creative cocktails. Virtual tables provide the opportunity to bring guests to more than 50 of NYC's finest restaurants...all in one night! Provide your clients, co-workers, friends or family with an evening to remember, all while supporting the fight against childhood hunger! Venue: Roseland Ballroom, 239 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019 Time: begins at 6:30 depending on ticket level Tickets: begin at $275 |
| Sunday, May 24, 2009 |
| 2009 Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic Annual East End Benefit: One-of-a-kind beach towels designed by artists, including April Gornik and Mary Heilmann, for purchase. Proceeds from the benefit will help support PPHP medical services, education, and advocacy programs on the East End. Venue: At the Bridgehampton, NY home of Eileen and Richard Ekstract, Publishers of Hamptons Cottages & Gardens Magazine. Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Cost: Tickets start at $250 per person. A pre-event cocktail reception and private tour of the Ekstract home will begin at 4:30 p.m. for those who contribute $2,500 or more per person. RSVP: To RSVP, call (631) 240-1134, or online at www.pphp.org. For more information contact, Jessica Baily, Communications Associate | Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic, Inc. | 4 Skyline Drive, Hawthorne, NY 10532 | P: 914.467.7307 | F: 914.467.7344 | e-mail: jessica.baily@pphp.org | web: www.pphp.org |
| Wednesday, May 27, 2009 |
| PLAYGROUND PARTY: Playground Partners of the Women's Committee of the Central Park Conservancy hosts the annual Central Park Playground Party. This event, for children, friends, and families, raises funds to help the Conservancy keep Central Park's 21 playground well maintained. Come and enjoy live music, fantastic food, storybook characters, and much more. Time: 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Venue: Heckscher Playground (Inside the Park at West 61st - 63rd Streets. Enter the Park at 7th Avenue and Central Park South.) Tickets: $100 adults, $50 children. For tickets and information, call 212-310-6655 or email playgrounds@centralparknyc.org |
| Thursday, May 28, 2009 |
| The WGIRSLNYC host 3rd Annual Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction "Opportunity Rocks": The event will be held at M2 ULtra Louunge (530 W 28th St) on Thursday, May 28, 2009 at 7 p.m. The cost per ticket is currently $25 but the cost will go up to $35 before the event, and $45 at the door. What you get: A great network of young NYC professionals, an hour of open select bar featuring Belvedere Vodka, a chance to win upscale raffle prizes, all night access to M2 Ultra Lounge, and the opportunity to bid on one of NYC’s hottest Bachelor/ettes. What you give: The WGIRLSNYC believe it is important to invest in our local youth to help them grow a brighter future. The proceeds of this year’s event will go to Opportunity Network and Harlem RBI. The Opportunity Network helps high-achieving, underserved high school and college students by creating access for them to career opportunities, professional networks and college. Harlem RBI is a unique year-round youth development program in East Harlem, New York. It serves more than 700 boys and girls annually, ages 6-21, providing them with year-round sports, education and enrichment activities. |
| Monday June 1, 2009 |
| The School of American Ballet Workshop Performance Benefit: The School of American Ballet will be hosting its annual Workshop Performance Benefit at the Peter Jay Sharp Theater at Lincoln Center on June 1, 2009. The Workshop Performances are the School’s only public performances of the year giving attendees a rare opportunity to preview the ballet world’s up and coming young stars. An all-Balanchine program in celebration of the School's 75th anniversary year will feature Serenade, the first ballet George Balanchine choreographed in America using students from SAB in 1934. Serenade, also celebrating its 75th anniversary, endures as a classic work that is performed today by ballet companies around the world. Honorary Chairman: Mr. & Mrs. Howard Solomon Chairmen: Stuart H. Coleman, Amy Mazzola Flynn, and Mr. & Mrs. Edward Lewis Young Patron Chairmen: Elizabeth Darst, Genevieve Labean. Time: 7 pm performance, 9:30 pm dinner and dancing. Location: Peter J. Sharp Theater at Lincoln Center. Cost: Tables: $25,000; $15,000 and $10,000 (Tables of ten). Tickets: $2,500; $1,500; $1,000 and $750. Young Patron’s Tickets: $300. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Lauren Ristau at lristau@sab.org |
| 2009 "Forget-Me-Not" Gala—An Event to Benefit the Alzheimer’s Association, New York City Chapter: New York Yankees Manager, Joe Girardi, a long-time Alzheimer’s advocate, will be honored with the Community Leadership Award at the Alzheimer’s Association, New York City Chapter’s annual “Forget-Me-Not” gala on Monday, June 1, 2009 at The Pierre. Accepting the award on his behalf will be David Cone, commentator for the YES Network and former New York Yankee. Emmy and Tony Award winning actor David Hyde Pierce will emcee the event, which will bring together a dynamic mix of New York City’s philanthropic, business and health care communities, elected officials, leaders of the community, sports legends, celebrities, and individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Celebrated 3-D Pop Artist Charles Fazzino, who created the Official 20th Annual Memory Walk Commemorative Poster, will receive this year’s Creative Leadership Award. Frank J. Bisignano, Chief Administrative Officer at JPMorgan Chase Bank will receive special recognition. The gala, chaired by Board member, Anne McBride Schreiber & Jordan Schreiber, is expected to raise $1,000,000. Attendees will bid on a silent auction filled with many luxurious items, and will enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing. Auction items include a sunset cocktail cruise of scenic New York harbor on an Azimut 86-foot luxury yacht for the highest bidder and his or her 12 guests with award-winning actor David Hyde Pierce. Items also include two tickets for lunch at the 2009 Friars Club Roast; and an Exclusive Resorts Vacation 3-night stay in Snowmass, CO; Scottsdale, AZ; or Los Cabos, Mexico. Venue: The Pierre Hotel, 2 East 61st Street at Fifth Avenue Time: 6:00 p.m. – Photo ops and interviews with David Hyde Pierce | 6:30 p.m. – Cocktail reception and silent auction | 7:30 p.m. – Dinner and dancing to Valeria Romanoff’s Starlight Orchestra. MEDIA CONTACTS: Kim Esp/Erin Farrell | Linden Alschuler & Kaplan, Inc. Public Relations | Tel: 212-575-4545 | e-mail: kesp@lakpr.com |
| Tuesday, June 2, 2009 |
| The Mental Health Association of NYC honors Lee Woodruff and Bob Woodruff at their 2009 Building Bridges Gala. The Mental Health Association of New York City is a private, not for profit, voluntary organization concerned with all aspects of mental illness and mental health. Through the support of thousands of individuals and family members, foundation grants and government contracts, MHA works to change attitudes about mental illnesses, to improve services for children and adults with psychiatric disabilities, and to promote mental health in the community through its direct service programs. Time: 6:30pm - 10:30 Venue: Guastavino’s, 409 East 59th Street (between First and York Avenues), New York City. For more information: call the Benefit Office (914) 834-2868 |
| Wednesday June 3, 2009 |
| National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS 2009 Choose Life Awards - will be held on Wednesday June 3, 2009. The NBLCA’s mission is to inform, coordinate and organize the volunteer efforts of the indigenous Black leadership to meet the challenge of fighting HIV/AIDS in their local communities. In response to the recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC report), NBLCA will continue to lead the charge calling for a national HIV/AIDS strategy. Honorary Chairs: The Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts III, The Honorable C. Virginia Fields, Debra Fraser-Howze, Bruce Gordon and Tawana Tibbs, The Honorable Charles B. Rangel. Event Chair: Reginald Van Lee. Honoring: Ingrid Saunders Jones Senior Vice President, The Coca Cola Company, The Honorable Barbara Lee Chair, Congressional Black Caucus and André Leon Talley, Editor-at-Large, Vogue. Venue: The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers. Time: 6:30 pm Cocktail Reception 7:30 pm Dinner and Awards Presentation. Tickets: $500, $750, $1,000. Attire: Black Tie. Contact: Alex Diaz | The JFM Group | tel: 914.235.1490 ext. 16 | e-mail: nblca@thejfmgroup.com |
| TASTE OF SUMMER: Taste of Summer features a night of dancing, a silent auction of luxury products, and chefs' tastings from more than 35 top New York City restaurants. Celebrated Restaurateur Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group hosts the VIP Café. Taste of Summer benefits the ongoing care and preservation of Central Park. Time: 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Venue: Naumburg Bandshell (mid-Park at 72nd Street) Tickets: $350 in advance, $400 at the door Tables of 8: $8,000; tables of 12: $12,000 For tickets, please call 212-310-6619 or visit www.centralparknyc.org/taste |
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A.C.E.'s Gala Award Dinner Benefitting The SOHO & Tribeca Partnerships: Gala Chairs: Sara Herbert Galloway, Barry Klarberg Honorees: Jason Binn, Earl Jones, Jeffrey D. Roseman, Marianna Olszewski Rounick Community Service Award: Apple Soho. Venue: Guastavino’s, 409 East 59th Street Time: 6:30pm Cocktails | 7:30pm Dinner For information or to purchase tickets please contact Arienne Orozco | O Consulting | e-mail: Arienne@O-Consulting.net | tel: 347.463.9608 |
| The Junior League of the City of New York (NYJL) hosts annual End of Year Party: "All Fired Up! Bar-B-Q". This evening of dancing, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will celebrate our continuing volunteerism. Time: 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Venue: New York Junior League Headquarters, 130 East 80th Street, New York, NY. TICKETS: $80 in advance for general public; $95 at the door. Tickets may be purchased at: http://www.nyjl.org/ny/npo.jsp?pg=event&eventid=1992 Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express accepted. No checks, refunds or cancellations accepted. Guests must be 21 or older. Proceeds will benefit the charitable activities of the New York Junior League |
| Monday, June 8, 2009 |
| ALWAYS REMEMBER BENEFIT: VOICES of September 11 2nd Annual Event to Benefit the 9/11 Living Memorial Project. Honorary Chairman: Thomas H. Kean Event Co-Chairs: Bonnie McEneaney, Debby & Kevin McEneaney. Time: 6 p.m. Cocktail Reception, Silent Auction | 7 p.m. Keynote Address, President Bill Clinton | Performance by Bon Jovi. Venue: Pier Sixty, Chelsea Piers, Twenty Third Street & Hudson River, New York City. Additional Information: Frank Fetchet | tel: 203.966.3911 | e-mail: ffetchet@voicesofsept11.org |
| New York City Ballet: "Dance with the Dancers." Details from 212-870-5585. |
| Tuesday, June 9, 2009 |
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Guardian Angels 30th Anniversary Gala: Sponsored by Frey Family Foundation. Gala Dinner Chairs: Simon Bergson, John Catsimatidis & Margo Catsimatidis and Ed Moldaver. 2009 Award Recipients: Barry Kaye will receive the Archangel Pinnacle of Achievement Award; Larry Kudlow will receive the Guardian Angels Ethical Angel Award and Wayne Chrebet, former NY Jets Receiver and now Partner in Moldaver, Chrebet, Lee, Ryan, Sparber Group at Morgan Stanley will receive The Role Model for Real Life Award. Master of Ceremonies: Mark Simone. The evening will feature a special presentation by The Honorable Mike Bloomberg, Mayor of New York City and a special tribute to Guardian Angels founder Curtis Sliwa. Special guests attending include The Honorable Raymond W. Kelly, NYC Police Commissioner, Rita Cosby and Sean Hannity. Entertainment by New York City Swing. Time: 6:00 p.m. Reception & Photos Silent Auction | 7:00 p.m. Dinner, Entertainment Awards Ceremony & Dancing Venue: The Pierre Hotel, Fifth Avenue & 61st Street Tickets: begin at $800 Click on the following links to see the Invitation or Buy Tickets. For further information contact: Mary Sliwa, Mary@GuardianAngels.org | Phone: 212.860.5575 | Fax: 718.649.5705 |
| Wednesday, June 10, 2009 |
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Wildlife Conservation Society: "Spring Gala 2009." Cocktails by the sea lion pool and in the viewing area of the new snow leopard exhibit followed by dinner under the stars with the penguins and polar bears. Event Chairs: Allison and Leonard Stern. Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. Dinner and dancing at 8:00 p.m. Venue: Central Park Zoo. Black Tie. Tickets: $1,000. Details from 212-921-9070, ext. 14 or wcs@thejfmgroup.com |
| Wildlife Conservation Society: "An Evening at the Central Park Zoo." Cocktails, buffet dining, and dancing. Co-Chairs: Elizabeth Belfer, Mary Dailey Pattee, and Diana Townsend-Butterworth. Time: 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Venue: Central Park Zoo Tickets: $175. Details from 212-921-9070, ext. 17 or Jessica Marsillo at jessicam@thejfmgroup.com |
| Monday, June 15, 2009 |
| Friends of the High Line Opening Summer Benefit on Monday, June 15, marks the culmination of 10 years of efforts to save, preserve, and open the High Line as a New York City park. This year's benefit will include the First Party on the High Line, presented by Calvin Klein Collection. Dinner tickets, which include admission to the First Party on the High Line, are $1,000 (limited quantity available), $2,500, or $5,000. Tables start at $15,000. Funds raised will help us hire gardeners and staff to maintain the park at the standards we have all imagined. This year also marks the 10th anniversary of Friends of the High Line and the 75th Anniversary of the structure itself. Time: Dinner begins at Pier Sixty at 6:00PM, followed by the First Party on the High Line. Along with celebrating the opening summer of the High Line, we'll honor three dynamic individuals who have helped turn the dream of the High Line into reality: Lisa Maria & Philip Falcone and Edward Norton. For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact Alicia King at (212) 206-9922 x124, or via email at alicia.king@thehighline.org |
| Wednesday, June 17, 2009 |
| The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation will host a benefit dinner to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Guggenheim and the exhibit “Frank Lloyd Wright: From Within Outward. Honorary co-chair: Mike Wallace. Time: 7:00-10:00 PM. Venue: The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum - 1071 Fifth Avenue (at 89th Street) Tickets: For information on sponsorships and tickets for the benefit, please call 866-425-4275 or email fund@brourman.com. Proceeds from the benefit dinner will support the educational offerings and general operations of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation. Please visit www.franklloydwright.org for more information on the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and exhibit. |
| Whitney Museum of American Art: "Whitney Art Party" at Skylight, 275 Hudson Street (at Spring Street). 9:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Music by Kid America. Dress: Downtown Dressed Up. Tickets: $250. For more information and to purchase tickets online |
| Saturday, June 20, 2009 |
| 13th Annual Heart of the Hamptons Gala: This year, the event will be honoring East Hampton Town, East Hampton Village, East Hampton Volunteer Ambulance and the East Hampton Healthcare Foundation, for becoming a “Heart Safe Community.” The evening will also honor Dr. J.P. Mohr, Director of the Stroke Center, Neurological Institute of Colombia University Medical Center. (see also: NY Magazine Profile) In addition, Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld of Cornell Cardiology Consultants will be awarded for his work in the prevention and treatment of heart disease. Time: 6:00 -- 11:00 p.m. Venue: The Hayground School, 151 Mitchells Lane, Bridgehampton, NY 11932. Tickets: $450--corporate and patron sponsorships available. If you have interest in becoming involved with the 2009 Heart of the Hamptons Gala, please call Regional Director, Barbara.Poliwoda@heart.org at (631) 734-2804. Photos: 2008 Heart of the Hamptons Gala | 2007 Heart of the Hamptons Gala |
| EcoFabulous in the East End: Annual Summer Benefit for The Group for the East End. Venue: Wolffer Estate Vineyard, 183 Sagg Road, Sagaponack Time: 6:30 p.m. Cocktails & Silent Auction 8:00 p.m. Dinner, Dancing & Live Auction. Sponsor Packet. For further information, please contact April Milliken Trigg at (404) 627-4630 or april@eventologie.com or Judy Christrup at JChristrup@eastendenvironment.org or (631) 765-6450, ext. 215. Thank you. 2008 Summer Solistice | 35th Anniversary Gala (2007) | 2006 Towns & Villages Benefit Dinner Dance | 2005 Summer Benefit |
| LOVE HEALS at LUNA FARM: Love Heals, the Alison Gertz Foundation for AIDS Education, will be hosting the tenth annual Love Heals at Luna Farm on Saturday, June 20 at a private horse farm in Sagaponack, New York. All proceeds benefit Love Heals, which empowers young people in the fight against HIV. The event will be hosted by Charlotte Ronson, will feature a beach theme and includes a silent auction, cocktails, dancing, and barbeque courtesy of Deforest Gibbs of Charleston, South Carolina. Time: 7:30pm- 11pm Venue: Luna Farm, 276 Parsonage Lane, Sagaponack, NY. Tickets and additional information can be found at www.loveheals.org/luna/ or to purchase tickets by phone please call Harrison & Shriftman at 917-351-8683 |
| Wednesday, June 24, 2009 |
| 2009 Summer Solstice Benefit hosted by the Lymphoma Research Foundation's Young Professionals Committee, Friends for the Cure: Enjoy delicious food, sip cocktails, socialize and support the nation's largest lymphoma-focused voluntary health organization devoted exclusively to funding lymphoma research and providing patients and health care professionals with critical information on the disease. Event Co-Chairs: Natalie Bloom & Shari Neufeld 2009 Committee: David Freundlich · Tanya Gleeson · Sheri Gorman · Brien Holbach ·Jessica Kleiman · Janine Korson · James Lombardo · Zhanna Segal · Erica Sternin ·Taylor Zitay Venue: Westside Loft, 336 West 37th Street, New York, NY Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Contact: Taylor Zitay | 646.465.9103 or | e-mail: tzitay@lymphoma.org | buy tickets |
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Gen Art: "I ♥ Gen Art: 15th Anniversary Benefit": After helping support and nurture emerging talent for 15 years, Gen Art now desperately needs help. The next month is critical to Gen Art's survival. An evening celebrating and honoring those Gen Art had the pleasure of working with over the years. The evening will include an exhibition of original works graciously donated by over 60 artists. Time: 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Venue: 7 West 34th Street, 11th Floor. Attire: Downtown Cocktail. Tickets: $90. Details and purchase tickets online |
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Young New Yorkers for the Philharmonic: "Summer Benefit" with cocktails at 7:00 p.m. at Burberry, followed by dinner and dancing at 9:00 p.m. at Doubles. Jacket and tie. Tickets: $265 ($100 for cocktails only). Details from 212-875-5760 |
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Thursday, June 25, 2009 |
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Junior Council | American Museum of Natural History. Join the Junior Council and Museum Astrophysicist Mordecai-Mark Mac Low, Ph.D., for a special preview of the Museum’s new Space Show—following stars over their lifetimes as they are created, evolve, and die, including our own Sun. Narrated by Whoopi Goldberg. The Space Show will be followed by live jazz and cocktails on the magnificent Arthur Ross Terrace. Co-Chairs: Stephanie and Joe Benavides, Lisa and Paul Canty, Christy Corgan, Sarah J. Crews, Doug and Eva Heyman, Dana Wallach and Michael T. M. Jones, Zachary Pomerantz, Lori Toub, and Andrew and Zibby Right. Sponsored by: Legend of Kremlin Vodka. Proceeds: Proceeds from the event will support the Museum’s scientific and educational programs. Venue: American Museum of Natural History— Guests should enter through the 81st Street entrance between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue. Time: 6:30-9:30pm. Tickets: This event is for Junior Council Members only. Attendees can participate in this exclusive preview and terrace cocktail party by purchasing a year-long Junior Council membership. Year-long Memberships are currently for sale online and will be sold at the door that evening for those interested in attending who are not current Members. Individual Friend and Partner level Members only may purchase one additional ticket at $80 in advance or $100 at the door. Contact: For more information on the Junior Council, the public should call 212-769-5256. |
| Saturday, June 27, 2009 |
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Waterkeeper Alliance 10th Anniversary Celebration:
Waterkeeper Alliance – the international champion of clean water
and strong communities, with 190 programs on six continents –
will celebrate its 10th Anniversary in New York, the birthplace
of the Waterkeeper movement. The celebration will bring together
Waterkeepers and their supporters from around the world,
including the New York Clean Water Advocates
Hudson Riverkeeper,
NY/NJ Baykeeper, and
Long Island Soundkeeper, to commemorate a decade of clean
water advocacy.
Waterkeeper Alliance Chairman and Founder Robert
F. Kennedy, Jr. will deliver a keynote address. Live
entertainment will be provided by Daryl
Hall of the legendary pop music duo
Hall & Oates. An organic and locally sourced hors d’oeuvres menu, including raw bar. Open bar with beer, wine and eco-friendly cocktails. The Winter Garden is easily accessible by New York City mass transit. Parking is also available. Complimentary round-trip ferry service from Liberty Landing, at 80 Audrey Zapp Dr. in Jersey City, NJ, will also be provided. Time: 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Venue: The Winter Garden at The World Financial Center, 220 Vesey Street, New York City. Ticket Price: Tickets are $75 per person. Contact: events@waterkeeper.org Phone: To RSVP, call (914) 674-0622, ext. 30 Website: Click to Visit |
| Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 |
| The Annual NYC Marines “Mess Night”: The Annual New York City Marines “Mess Night” will take place this year on June 30th, 2009. The New York City Marines will host their second annual “Mess Night” at the New York Athletic Club. The event will help raise funds for the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation and the National Foundation for Facial Reconstruction. “Mess Night” is a recreation of the historic “Mess Night” event held on Saturday March 20th, 1920 and attended by Sir Winston Churchill. The posh event originally took place at Oddenino’s Imperial Restaurant on Regent Street in London and featured classic dishes such as “Poule au Pot Alexandra” and “Culotte de Boeuf Imperial”. This year’s Mess Night will offer guests a feast of historic delicacies and green tea cocktails. The evening, while formal, promises to be fun as well – with $1-and-up fines for violating the strictly enforced guidelines of the mess (including: chewing gum, swearing and discussing politics, shop, money or religion!). All fines are donated to the featured charities of course. 2009 Honorees: New York Police Officer Susan Porcello for demonstrating the best of the Marine Corps Spirit | The Strassburger Family for consistent support for our fighting men and women | Comedian Scott Kennedy for consistent and untiring support for our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan Military Guest of Honor: Major General Anthony L. Jackson, USMC Director or Operations and Logistics, United States Africa Command Special Guests: Dan and Deb Dunham, Parents of Medal of Honor Recipient, Corporal Jason L. Dunham, USMC. Venue: New York Athletic Club, 180 Central Park South 9th Floor, NYC. Time: 6:00-11:00 p.m. Get your tickets now at www.nycmcc.org |
| Sunday, July 12, 2009 |
| Friends Of The High Line & Target Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Friends of the High Line and the 75th Anniversary of the High Line: The heart of the revitalized Meatpacking District will erupt with a unique celebration perfectly suited to mark the opening of New York City’s newest and most innovative green space – the High Line – during the Target High Line Street Festival on Sunday, July 12, from 12 Noon to 5 PM, on Gansevoort Street between Ninth Avenue and Washington Streets, in New York. This free festival will feature internationally acclaimed artists, inflatable sculptures, cowboys, story-tellers and performances by The Hungry Marching Band, Zon Del Barrio, and Michael Aranella and his Dreamland Orchestra bands (some on a roof-top stage). An exciting array of hands-on activities including a special Target “Hi from the High Line!” photo experience, along with the World’s Largest Lemonade Stand and a special Youth Green Market showcasing the healthiest and tastiest foods, along with corn roasting and cider making workshops from local providers add even more fun to the day’s activities. Internationally-acclaimed balloon artist Jason Hackenwerth will be on hand working on a large public balloon sculpture of flowers and giant insects, and Peter Brown, author of the Curious Garden, will do a reading from his children's book inspired by the High Line. Performances are subject to change. For the most updated information, please visit www.thehighline.org. Time: 12:00 Noon – 5:00 PM Cost: Free Venue: Gansevoort Street between Ninth Avenue and Washington Streets, in New York City’s Meatpacking District |
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Thursday, July 23, 2009 |
| New York City Chapter of the National MS Society: "25th Annual Ultimate Summertime Party" at the Central Park Zoo. Food, drink, and dancing. Live music by the Tremors. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Tickets: $75 (in advance until July 21; $85 at the door based on availability). Details and purchase tickets online |
| Saturday, August 1, 2009 |
| The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund’s (OCRF) 12th Annual Super Saturday will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2009 from 1PM–6PM at Nova’s Ark Project in Water Mill, New York. The event will be co-hosted by Donna Karan, Kelly Ripa and Ariel Foxman of InStyle Magazine. This daylong fundraiser will include its famous one-of-a-kind designer garage sale, a kids’ carnival, gourmet dining and exciting activities galore. Ticket prices for Super Saturday 12 are $450 (regular) or $650 (preview) for adults and $150 for children ages 5-16. Kids under 5 will be admitted free of charge. Preview tickets include access to an exclusive pre-shopping hour from 12:00PM – 1:00PM as well as a goodie bag. Tables and sponsor packages are also available beginning at $2,500. To purchase tickets or for more information, please call London Misher Public Relations at 212.759.2800 ext.22 or visit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund’s website at www.ocrf.org |
| Saturday, August 15, 2009 |
| The Artists & Writers 61st Annual Charity Softball Game |
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| 3/03/09 The Associates Committee of The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Hosts 18th Annual Bunny Hop: A Society tradition and the most high profile family event of the year, the Bunny Hop is a wonderful evening for families and children of all ages. Over 1,000 guests will attend and enjoy exciting family activities including: cupcake decorating; face painting; fun photo booths; dress up areas; live animal presentations; entertainment from magicians, DJs, and favorite cartoons characters; and private shopping. Honorary Chair: Melania Trump. Event Co-Chairs: Shoshanna Gruss, Celeste Boele & Annabelle Fowlkes. Event Vice Chairs: Kate Allen, Laura Harris, Laura McVey & Palmer O’Sullivan. All proceeds will benefit a pledge made by the Associates Committee to raise $1.4 million over four years to endow the Clown CareSM program, a community outreach program of the Big Apple Circus that has been a very important piece of the Center’s Pediatric Department since 1986. This year, the Clown CareSM program celebrates its 20th anniversary at MSKCC. Four times a week, year-round, specially trained Clowns from the Big Apple Circus visit MSKCC as “Doctors of Humorology” and do “Clown Rounds” in both the inpatient and outpatient Pediatric units. Endowing this program will guarantee its continuation in perpetuity, which brings so much delight and happiness to all Pediatric patients during their time at MSKCC. Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Venue: FAO Schwarz, 767 Fifth Avenue at 58th Street, New York Sponsors: FAO Schwarz, The MCJ Amelior Foundations, Penelope Peapod. Ticket Information: Charlotte Reardon | tel: 212-639-7972 | e-mail: reardonc@mskcc.org | website: www.mskcc.org Press Contact: Elizabeth Hewitt / Maria Corredor | Sharp Communications, Inc. | tel: 212-829-0002 / eh@sharpthink.com / mc@sharpthink.com | |||||||||
| 3/02/09 Candice Bergen, Ken Auletta and Jennifer Bartlett will be honored at the 24th Annual Lifetime Achievement Awards presented by Guild Hall of East Hampton’s Academy of the Arts. Emceed by Academy Award winning screenwriter Marshall Brickman, the evening will pay tribute to their work in categories including Performing Arts, Literary Arts, and Visual Arts. A special lifetime achievement award will be presented to Donald Zucker for Leadership and Philanthropic Endeavors. Venue: Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City Time: The gala will begin with a cocktail reception at 6:30pm, followed by dinner at 7:30pm. For tickets and table information, please Contact Livet Reichard Co. by calling 212.868.8450 or fax 212.868.8455. MEDIA: Lauren Larkin | R. Couri Hay Creative Public Relations | 143 W 81st Street, New York, NY 10024 | 212.580.0835 | Cell: 631.252.4630 | e-mail: lauren@rcourihaycpr.com | |||||||||
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| 2/28/09 New York Junior League's 57th Annual Winter Ball ”The Glamour of Gotham” Dinner Party sponsored by Gotham Magazine: Volunteers and their guests are invited to join the New York Junior League on February 28, 2009, for a spectacular evening to celebrate the 57th Annual Winter Ball, “The Glamour of Gotham,” and honor the 2009 Outstanding Sustainers and Outstanding Volunteers: Melissa Lewis Bernstein Frances Griffith Laserson, Kara A. Dunn, Elizabeth King, Justine Frances Schiro, Mary Prevosti Shelton, Lisa Hathaway Stella. With a long history as the premier event on the NYJL calendar and in New York City, the 2009 Winter Ball will make its debut at the architectural masterpiece, Guastavino’s, under the 59th Street Bridge. Guests will delight in an evening spent in the lavish ballroom experiencing the magic of the magnificent setting, sipping Champagne, enjoying dinner and dancing under the soaring historic granite arches. In addition to celebrating the achievements of the Outstanding Volunteers & Outstanding Sustainers, the NYJL will recognize this year’s Winter Ball honoree, Susan Dell. Dell will receive the NYJL’s distinguished Award for Leadership Excellence. Dell is the wife of Michael Dell and the co-founder and Board Chair of the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. The foundation focuses on improving the lives of disadvantaged children through transformation of meaningful change around education and health. Much like many NYJL volunteers, Dell is an exemplary mother, businesswoman, athlete and philanthropist. Time: 7:00 p.m. Venue: Guastavinos, 409 East 59th Street (between First and York Avenues), New York City | |||||||||
| 2/28/09 Society Ties of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society hosts Black Tie & Black Jack Casino Night: Society Ties, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s young professional’s volunteer group is hosting an event, Black Tie & Black Jack Casino Night. The event, attended by more than 1,000 young professionals, will feature an open bar, light dinner, dancing, and the opportunity for attendees to try their luck at games of chance, including poker, black jack, roulette & craps with the opportunity to win fabulous prizes. The event will be held to raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Time: 8:00pm – Midnight Venue: Capitale, 130 Bowery, New York, NY To purchase tickets or for more information on Black Tie & Black Jack Casino Night, call (800) 838-3006 or visit www.lls.org/nycblacktieblackjack For more information about the New York City Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society please check www.lls.org/nyc Media Contact: Brianna Barker, 646.660.9018, brianna.barker@lls.org | |||||||||
| 2/28/09 Champagne Brunch to benefit the Soldiers', Sailors', Marines', Coast Guard and Airmen's Club: The Champagne Brunch will be taking place at the New York Athletic Club in the Olympic Suites. VIPs will be treated to an hour long reception before brunch begins. Erin and her Cello, avant guard cellist, will perform for the VIP guests. Brunch will be served beginning at noon for all guests and lasting until 3:00. Singer Songwriter Kim Cameron will play for the guests during the brunch. The Soldiers', Sailors', Marines', Coast Guard and Airmen's Club, since 1919 continues to fulfill its mission, as the only private organization in the New York area to provide accommodations at subsidized rates and club-type facilities for Servicemen and Servicewomen, Military Retirees and Veterans and their families visiting New York City. Time: VIP reception from 11:00 until noon. Brunch from noon until 3:00. Location: New York Athletic Club, 180 Central Park South. Ticket Price: Brunch $75 | VIP $100. No tickets will be available at the door. Contact: Ian Bone | rsvp@ssmaclub.org | |||||||||
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| 2/25/09 The British Memorial Garden Trust, Inc. hosts "Twilight in the Garden": The event will honor Daniel S. Glaser, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Marsh Inc., and George W. von Mallinckrodt, President, Schroders plc. Dress for the evening will be "After Dark". Please print out a TICKET RESERVATION FORM in PDF format to purchase tickets. | |||||||||
| 2/21/09 Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City's Young Professionals Committee Presents: BIG NIGHT OUT 2009: Top Shelf Open Bar – Casino Games – Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tournament – Gourmet Tasting Menu – Gift Bags – Silent Auction – VIP Room with full bars – DJ Mode of Level V, Bungalow 8, Canal Room and Sky Bar in Miami. Time: 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. Venue: Cipriani Wall street, 55 Wall Street, New York, NY 10005. Tickets start at $150.Click here to purchase tickets. For more information please contact Roxanne Scher at 212-686-2042 or email SpEventsManager@bigsnyc.org for more information. | |||||||||
| 2/09/09 Here's to the Ladies who CARE: A Benefit for CARE: Some of Broadway's favorite leading ladies will be taking the stage on Monday, February 9th at New World Stages in Here's to the Ladies who CARE: A Benefit for CARE. The evening will feature the talents of Becca Ayers, Heather Ayers, Kerry Butler, Kristy Cates, Erin Davie, Lori Eure, Lindsay Mendez, Cary Michele Miller, Keira Naughton, Julie Reiber, Jenny Powers, and Megan Sikora all singing some of their favorite songs for an eclectic evening of music to raise money and awareness for CARE. CARE is a leading humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. They place special focus on working alongside poor women because, equipped with the proper resources, women have the power to help whole families and entire communities escape poverty. Women are at the heart of CARE's community-based efforts to improve basic education, prevent the spread of HIV, increase access to clean water and sanitation, expand economic opportunity and protect natural resources. CARE also delivers emergency aid to survivors of war and natural disasters, and helps people rebuild their lives. Time: The 8 pm concert will feature a post-show reception and silent auction. Tickets are $36.50 for mezzanine seating, $56.50 for orchestra seating, and $75 for VIP seating, which includes a program signed by all of the performers and a drink ticket for the reception. To purchase tickets, please visit www.telecharge.com. New World Stages is located at 340 West 50th Street. For more information on CARE, please visit www.care.org | |||||||||
| 2/09/09 WET presents LOVE, a benefit to support WET’s 10th Season LOVE is a one night only benefit performance of short plays on love, written by some of the hottest women writers in film, theater and television. As well as performances from Debra Messing (The Starter Wife), Emmanuelle Chriqui(Entourage) and Ricki Lake (Hairspray) and others, LOVE will be followed by WET’s notorious and wildly gorgeous, annual, pre-Valentine’s Day Gala. The evening is a celebration of WET’s 10th year, raising funds for WET’s 10th season of productions and educational programming, all created to challenge female stereotypes and promote equality. Time: 6.30 PM – Doors Open | 7.00 PM Performance Starts | 9.00 PM After Party. Venue: The Angel Orensanz Foundation, 172 Norfolk Street, New York City, 10002. (Between East Houston and Stanton Street, two blocks from the F train at Delancey Street Station). Tickets: VIP $200; REG $150; After-Party Only Ticket: $50. All tickets are available online at www.wetweb.org and are a tax deduction. ABOUT: Also featuring performances from David Alan Basche (The Starter Wife), Gretchen Mol (Life on Mars), Rosmarie DeWitt (Rachel Getting Married), Jackie Hoffman (Xanadu – The Broadway Musical) and Alysia Reiner (Sideways). WET is a New York City based 501(c)3 non-profit production company, founded in 1999 by Sasha Eden and Victoria Pettibone, to produce media which challenges female stereotypes and advocates for equality. WET develops, produces and promotes innovative, non-niched, female-generated projects in theater, film, television and a city-wide outreach program for teenage girls: WET’s Risk Takers Film Series. For additional information about WET visit their website, www.wetweb.org and www.risktakers.us | |||||||||
| 2/06/09 National Wear Red Day: On Friday, February 6, 2009 women across Long Island as well as Long Island corporations, businesses, hospitals, towns, schools, local and state legislators, members of the media, teachers, and people from all walks of life will be wearing red to focus attention on the No. 1 killer of women – cardiovascular disease. Wear something red … a red dress, a red tie, a red jacket, a red scarf, a red hat, a red blouse or a red shirt … and your Go Red For Women “red dress” pin. Go Red For Women! Employees, coworkers, friends and neighbors donate $5.00 each to join the Go Red For Women movement, dress down, dress in red, and wear a “red dress” or pin. In an effort to improve women’s awareness about their risk of heart disease and stroke, and to increase physician and public awareness, the American Heart Association is continuing its movement, Go Red For Women which encourages women to take charge of their cardiovascular health. Call the American Heart Association at 516-450-9111 or Jessica.dimeo@heart.org to sign up today | |||||||||
| 2/05/09 The 2009 Harris Obesity Prevention Effort (HOPE) Benefit Honoring Dr. Thomas Frieden, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene: J. Ira and Nicki Harris, Doug Teitelbaum, Robert J. Hochberg and Jackie Harris Hochberg, and Jon and Jen Harris will co-chair the festive event. This year they will honor Thomas Frieden, MD, MPH, Commissioner of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Established in 2005 by the J. Ira and Nicki Harris Family Foundation, the Harris Obesity Prevention Effort (HOPE) is a leadership initiative by the NYU Child Study Center and NYU Langone Medical Center to prevent child and adolescent obesity. Under the leadership of Laurie Miller Brotman, Ph.D., HOPE brings together a world-class multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians and educators to address the nation’s obesity crisis. Time: Cocktails at 6:30pm, Buffet, Program, and Dancing at 7:30pm. Venue: Planet Hollywood, 1540 Broadway, entrance on 45th Street, New York City. Tickets: Individual ticket: $1,000; up to $25,000 for a table of ten and a premium digital journal page. Contact: Kristin Allen | tel: 212-404-3654. | e-mail: specialevents@nyumc.org Website: http://www.aboutourkids.org/ | |||||||||
| 2/04/09 Aid for the World Benefit with Colin Powell: Honorable Colin L. Powell will be the Keynote Speaker for Aid for the World's benefit to help raise awareness for orphans in Burundi, Africa. Aid for the World is an international humanitarian organization that serves the needs of communities around the world that are impacted by poverty and devastation. Venue: Museum of Natural History, NYC. Time: 6:00 – 10:30 p.m. Tickets: individual tickets are $1500. Tables of ten start at $10,000—sponsorship partnerships are available. Contact: benefithq@aidfortheworld.org or (800) 373-1376 or register online at www.AIDBenefit.org. For media inquiries, please contact Chung & Trontz Strategic Communications at info@chungandtrontz.com | |||||||||
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| 1/31/09 100th Annual Blue Ridge Ball -- The Vintage Ball: On January 31st, 2009 the New York Auxiliary of the Blue Ridge School will celebrate it's 100th year at the Colony Club. The Blue Ridge Ball is the oldest running charity ball in New York City. All proceeds from the event will be given as scholarships to boys from the NYC area (NY Nativity School and Boys Club) in need that will send them to school for a sound college preparatory education. This year's honoree is "The Mayo Family" who founded the school. Since 1909, this organization of women has been committed to the welfare and raised funds for the Blue Ridge School in St. George, Virginia. Tickets may be purchased to attend and in-kind donations are also welcome. The theme this year is "Vintage" and will showcase the styles and decor of the turn of the century. Guests are encouraged to dress in the theme. Attire: White or Black-Tie. Co-Chairs: Miss Nichole Wright & Mrs. R. Hunter Cushing. Time: Cocktails 7pm; Dinner 8:30 pm; Dessert & Dancing 10pm. Venue: The Colony Club, New York City, Park Avenue at 62nd Street. Ticket Price: $350 Patron; $300 Dinner; $250 Juniors: $100 Dessert & Dancing. Contact: Ashley Leinbach, Blue Ridge School Development Office | e-mail: blueridgenyc@yahoo.com | tel: 434-985-2811 ext. 140 | web: www.blueridgeschool.com | |||||||||
| 1/31/09 Making Books Sing 2009 Benefit Celebration sponsored by A & E Television Networks and The New York Times Company. Making Books Sing is a New York City based theatre company and arts education non-profit organization. Making Books Sing was founded in 1996 by Barbara Zinn Krieger and Debra Sue Lorenzen as the education and family program of the Tony Award-winning Vineyard Theatre. Celebrating the 13th season of providing smart, theatrical productions for family/young audiences across New York City; Each year the staff adapts a children’s book of social/historical value into a full-scale theatrical productions, musicals mostly. Our 2009 world premiere, José Limón: The Making of an Artist, based on the amazing life of Jóse Limón, one of “the finest male dancers” of all time will tour across New York City (January 23- February 13.) A Mexican immigrant, Limón’s story is one of courage, passion and ultimate success. Invited guests of the dance, theatre, education, and New York City society circles will enjoy the cocktail reception following the Manhattan debut of José Limón: The Making of an Artist, at preeminent Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95thStreet. The reception will include: Mexican hors d’ oeuvres, Latin wines, Latin Jazz by the Carmen Staaf Trio and a silent auction with gifts from Disney, Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Colbert Report, Late Show with David Letterman, and vacations across the country. Making Books Sing Benefit Celebration 2009 is a 21 and over event. Mission: to empower children to experience literature and theatre as vehicles for artistic expression and learning. Making Books Sing’s unique combination of professional musical theatre productions and hands-on workshops, all related to books, inspire children to grow as literate, creative and socially aware individuals. Goal: To support Making Books Sing’s full-scale, touring productions for nearly 13,000 young audiences/families and our growing arts education programs reaching more than 4,500 each year, including: Literature at Play (for K-8 graders,) L.A.F. Together (Parents/Child literacy and theatre program,) S.A.F.E. (for homeless/transient families,) and our upcoming program, S.K.I.P. (for early readers, 3-7 year olds.) Festive Attire requested. Making Books Sing 2009 Benefit Celebration also has an online auction, click here. Tickets: $150 Individual Ticket (includes one complimentary ticket to the performance at Symphony Space) $300 (includes one complimentary ticket to the performance at Symphony Space, acknowledgment in the theatre program and reserved seating at the performance.) Guests may choose which performance they would like to attend -- Saturday, January 31 or Sunday, February 1 at 4:30pm at Symphony Space. Additional tickets will be on sale at the Box Office. Tickets are $13 (children) and $23 (adults.) Venue: The TimesCenter (at the New York Times building), 242 West 41st Street (at Eighth Avenue), New York, NY Time: 6:30 – 9:00pm For tickets or more information about Making Books Sing, please contact: Kimberly Wilson, Communications Manager at (212) 573-8791 x238 or events@makingbookssing.org | |||||||||
| 1/29/09 The NYC Chapter of the National MS Society hosts “Redemption” Many of us will break our resolutions shortly after the New Year. The NYC Chapter of the National MS Society will give you the opportunity to redeem yourself for a good cause at the fourth annual Redemption event featuring open bar, food, music and dancing. Time: 7-10 p.m. at Venue: Saloon, located at 1584 York Avenue in Manhattan. Purchase your tickets for $45 until 5 p.m. January 28 at www.MSnyc.org or for $50 at the door. Call 212-453-3235 for more information. | |||||||||
| 1/28/09 The Touch Foundation Young Leaders Frosty Fete cocktail party is an opportunity to mix and mingle, dance, and briefly hear about some of the impact we are having on the ground saving lives in sub Saharan Africa. For the price of one night out you can help save thousands of lives in Tanzania. Please join us at our event and tell your friends about our work. Venue: BLVD,199 Bowery (at Spring Street) Time: 8-11 p.m. To purchase tickets or view the invitation, please visit: http://www.touchfoundation.org/invitations/frostyfete.html | |||||||||
| 1/25/09 "Sex & Dating Netiquette: The Secrets of Finding Love Online" If you're single in 2009, you know that texting, instant messaging and creating a killer online profile are all important aspects of the dating scene. But did you know your search criteria could be killing your success -- or that your shortcomings might be some of your most attractive assets? Here to help is Sherri Langburt - "the champion of singles everywhere" - as she will be speaking about love in the digital world and how to break the yo-yo dating cycle at a special event. Sherri will be on hand to share her tips for finding love online, as well as most-popular questions, concerns and mistakes for the digital lovelorn, including a no holds barred Dos and Don'ts List for Online Dating. WHO: Sherri Langburt is the founder of SingleEdition (www.singleedition.com), a new online lifestyle company that offers unique and insightful "single living content" - news, events and more from a single person's perspective including topics of travel, finance, relationships, careers, cooking and more. WHEN: Sunday, January 25, 2009 from 8:00 - 10:00PM WHERE: Babeland (43 Mercer Street,SoHo) RESERVATIONS: This is a free event but space is limited! Please RSVP by January 22, 2009 to aimee@babeland.com Sponsored by Babeland | |||||||||
| 1/23/09 The 2009 Hope Gala: The first annual Hope Gala, It's Up to You New York! , will be a first-class evening of dinner, dancing and both a live and silent auction, benefiting children with cancer through the 2009 Penn State Dance Marathon., the largest student-run philanthropy in the world. The Hope Gala supports the Penn State Dance Marathon’s (www.THON.org) mission to fight childhood cancer, at Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA. Over the past 36 years, students and alumni have raised over $50 million and have helped thousands of children and their families in their fight against pediatric cancer. Venue: Capitale, 130 Bowery, New York City. Time: 7-11 PM Tickets for the 2009 Hope Gala are $150.00 per person. | |||||||||
| 1/23/09 "Toasting the Town: Celebrating the Best of New York": The Astor House Evening Committee, of the Junior League of the City of New York (NYJL), will be hosting our annual Winter Ball Pre Party Toasting the Town: Celebrating the Best of New York, on Friday, January 23, 2008 from 8:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m. This special evening will celebrate our continuing volunteerism and highlights our annual fundraiser, The Winter Ball, which will raise money for all NYJL community service programs. Come dance the night away and toast the best New York has to offer with a night of amazing music, trendy cocktails and fabulous hors d'oeuvres. To view the invitation, click here. Time: 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Venue: New York Junior League Headquarters, 130 East 80th Street, New York, NY. Tickets: $80 for general public, $95 at the door. Tickets may be purchased byclicking here. Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express accepted. No checks, refunds or cancellations accepted. Guests must be 21 or older. Proceeds will benefit the charitable activities of the New York Junior League. Please visit us at www.nyjl.org. For more information please email: AstorHouseEvening@nyjl.org | |||||||||
| 1/22/09 2009 Winter Antiques Show Opening Night Party: The 55th Annual Winter Antiques Show will benefit East Side House Settlement. Time: 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Venue: Park Avenue Armory, 67th Street & Park Avenue, New York City. Honorary Chairman: James R. Houghton. Opening Night Party Co-Chairs: Brian & Leslie Brille. Winter Antiques Show Chairman: Arie L. Kopelman Vice Chairs: Lucinda C. Ballard & Michael R. Lynch. To Purchase Tickets, click here | |||||||||
| 1/22/09 The Chamber Dance Project (CDP) Annual Benefit Performance and Party: Join us for a very special evening honoring Susan Shin and her co-board member Harsha Murthy for their substantial contributions to the arts and CDP (a very innovative dance group that combines classical ballet, modern dance and performance art). The evening will feature duets that were choreographed (with the help of the Host Committee!) specifically for the honorees, set to music by composer Giovanni Spinelli, who composed the music for Susan's duet in honor of his friend. Venue: The Benefit Performance and Cocktail Party will be at the Baryshnikov Arts Center (450 West 37th Street @ 9th Avenue) Time: 6:30 – 9pm. Regular tickets can be purchased for $200 and VIP Tickets can be purchased for $300 at www.chamberdance.org/events.html | |||||||||
| 1/21/09 "The Best of America" with Gala Opening For The American Antiques Show -- hosted by the American Folk Art Museum: The gala - the major winter fundraising event for the American Folk Museum (www.folkartmuseum.org) -- will offer a key opportunity to preview the American Antiques Show works before they go on public display the next day. All proceeds from the opening night, daily show admission, and related activities will benefit the museum's exhibition and educational programs. Time: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Venue: The Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 E. 18th St., New York City. The opening night gala celebrates the American Antiques Show, which will take place January 22-25, 2009, during New York City's Americana Week. The American Antiques Show features all-American objects of history, design, imagination, and surprise. It is known for its distinguished roster of all-American dealers who consistently receive accolades for bringing the "Best of America" to the show. ADVANCED TICKET PURCHASE RECOMMENDED. Ticket prices for the gala range from $1,000 for early entrance to the preview from 5-9:30 pm, $650 for entrance at 6 pm, $350 at 7 pm, and $125 for Young Collectors at 8:00 pm. All ticket holders receive a copy of the show catalog and unlimited readmission to the show. T o reserve tickets, please visit www.theamericanantiquesshow.org, or call 212-977-7170, ext. 319 For More information please call 212-977-7170, ext. 319 or visit www.folkartmuseum.org MEDIA: RSVP TO 212-843-8337 OR RGROSSMAN@RUBENSTEINPR.COM | |||||||||
| 1/19/09 Children For Children Hosts Grow Involved on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day 2009: This annual hands on youth and family volunteer event is sponsored by Citi Foundation. This year’s FREE event will once again be held at two locations from 10am to 2pm: Martin Luther King, Jr. High School, 122 Amsterdam Avenue at 65th Street | PS 57 James Weldon Johnson, 176 East 115th Street between Lexington and 3rd Avenues. Click here to see a map of both locations! This year's event will include: Stations with ongoing hands-on service projects for kids to complete; A presentation of the Creative Expression Contest awards; Special guests and performances. Healthy snacks available throughout the day. Families with young children: visit our Dream World, just for our youngest volunteers. A day to celebrate one of Dr. King’s most powerful messages, “Everybody can be great because everybody can serve.” | |||||||||
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| 12/31/08 MurphGuide.com’s New Years Eve: Sean Murphy, founder and editor of New York’s infamous MurphGuide.com has extensive listings of the bar/lounge parties on New Years Eve throughout the city. | |||||||||
| 12/31/08 Times Square Alliance Presents New Years Eve in Times Square: For 104 years, Times Square has been the center of worldwide attention on New Year's Eve, ever since the owners of One Times Square began in 1904 to conduct rooftop celebrations to greet the New Year. The first Ball Lowering celebration occurred in 1907, and this tradition is now a universal symbol of welcoming the New Year. Time: 4 p.m.- After midnight Venue: Times Square, New York City. Schedule: click here Times Square: http://www.timessquarenyc.org/nye/nye_ts_parties2008.html | |||||||||
| 12/24/08 Eventagious Events 10th Annual Christmas Eve Party & Benefit: Please join Stacey Prince, Amy Sharapan Mazer, Marshall Isaacs, Nikki Starr, Amy Blankenheimer, Lance Zakin, Howard Lance, Stacey Israel, Debbie Slate, Jennifer Statfield, Michael Yorkes, Caroline Lemkin, Neil Cohen, Cynthia Fareed, Alyson Horowitz and many more for our 10th annual Christmas Eve Party and Benefit. A net portion of proceeds will be donated to the Jaffa Institute. The Jaffa Institute assists underprivileged children and their families in Israel. Cost: $ 20 on guest list $ 25 not on guest list RSVP or Ticket information: stacey@eventagiousevents.com Time: 8:30 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Venue: Empire Hotel - Rooftop Deck, 44 West 63rd Street (between Columbus and Broadway) New York, NY | |||||||||
| 12/21/08 The Pipes of Christmas - Celtic Holiday Concert: From the bold sounds of the pipes and drums, and the harmonious blending of brass, strings and percussion, to the poetic and lyrical words that complement them, all filling beautiful Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church, the Pipes of Christmas is a festival for the soul. The concert will feature the music of Christmas accompanied by a selection of readings taken from the Celtic literature of Scotland, Ireland, and Wales. Proceeds help underwrite music scholarships as well as the production of museum exhibitions, documentary films and concerts. Featured performers for this 10th anniversary production include Andrew Weir from the film "Braveheart," soprano Maija Lisa Currie, Country Dance trio - Local Hero, the Solid Brass ensemble, and the Kevin Ray Blandford Memorial Pipe Band of Redlands, CA. Time: 2:30 PM Place: Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church (at 73rd Street) New York City. Tickets available at the door or via www.smarttix.com. Cost: $60 & up. For additional information, phone (908) 273-3509 or visit www.pipesofchristmas.com | |||||||||
| 12/15/08 charity: ball 2008: 3rd annual charity: ball will be a multimedia exhibition and gala evening to benefit the work of charity: water. The evening will begin with cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, feature a live and silent auction and host live musical performances. Time: 7:00 p.m. Venue: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18th Street. VIP Tickets $1,000 and General Tickets $200 before December 1st, $250 after. E-mail: info@charitywater.org | tel: 646.688.2323. www.charitywater.org/charityball | |||||||||
| 12/14/08 The Little Orchestra Society Gala Benefit Dinner & Annual Cathedral Candlelight Concert: Hosts: The Little Orchestra Society; Dino Anagnost, Music Director and Conductor; Mary and Michael Jaharis, Benefactors of the Evening; Kara and Peter Georgiopoulos, Honorary Chairs; George Konomos, Katerina and Robert Shaw, and Nikolas and Lorena Tavlarios, Benefit Co-Chairs; Honoree: John P. Tavlarios, President of General Maritime Corporation Venue: The Metropolitan Club, One East 60th Street, New York City Time: Cocktail hour at 7:30pm, Dinner at 8:30pm. Since 1947 The Little Orchestra Society has been devoted to performing innovative concerts of classical music for both adults and children. The Gala Benefit Dinner raises funds for their arts education and public service programs which offers thousands of children and their families, as well as seniors, opportunities to attend classical music concerts and participate in interactive learning experiences. For more information, please contact: Lucia Giordano | The Little Orchestra Society | 330 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036 | tel: 212-971-9500, ext 102 / fax: 212-971-9501 | email: lgiordano@littleorchestra.org | web: http://www.littleorchestra.org/ | |||||||||
| 12/12/08 New York Junior League’s Holly Daze: A delicious seated dinner awaits you, your guests and friends at The New York Junior League starting at 7 p.m. Enjoy the live holiday music for the cocktail hour and dance to jazz after dinner. This year we will host a Presidents table at $300 per person. Holly Daze dinner tickets are $200 per person. We also have a delectable Dessert ticket for Holly Daze at $75 per person from 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. We know you have other parties to attend this night so stop by after and sip on our winter cocktails and dance to jazz for the rest of the evening. If you danced your way to Holly Daze no fear sit back in our gas heated tent and enjoy the holiday spirit around you. Join us at the President's table tickets at $300; or Dinner Dance tickets at $200 and most definitely for Dessert tickets at $75 with special entrance passes to an exclusive after-party at Home. Reserve your ticket today at www.nyjl.org/holidaydance or email Fundraisers@nyjl.org. Time: 7:00 p.m. to 11 p.m. Venue: New York Junior League Headquarters, 130 East 80th Street. Reserve your ticket today at www.nyjl.org/holidaydance or email Fundraisers@nyjl.org | |||||||||
| 12/11/08 SOHO Holiday Stroll to Benefit Association of Community Employment Programs for the Homeless (A.C.E.)On Thursday, December 11th, your favorite stores, restaurants, and art galleries in SoHo will be staying open late, offering discounts, promotions, and refreshments to shoppers wearing the red SoHo Holiday Stroll bracelet. The bracelet is your ticket to these exclusive offers, available from 6-11pm. To purchase a bracelet, visit any of the stores referenced here and marked with an asterisk. Additional bracelets will be available on the day of the event; just come by the Apple Store on the corner of Greene St and Prince St and start shopping! For more information on the day of the event, you can visit any of our Info Centers. Volunteers will be available at each location to answer your questions, give you directions, and provide you with copies of the detailed SoHo Holiday Stroll shopping map, bracelets, etc. A.C.E. will also be hosting a VIP after party, sponsored by P.I.N.K. vodka, at Tommy Hilfiger from 9pm until midnight. Tickets are $100. All proceeds from the ticket sales go to benefit the SoHo Partnership and the rehabilitation of NYC's homeless men and women. There will be an open bar all evening as well as a DJ, refreshments, and a raffle to win two iPod nanos, two sets of VIP tickets to Billy Elliot on Broadway, and one special grand prize winner will receive a private dance lesson with Billy Eliot himself! Questions? Call Meg at (212) 274-0550, 17 | |||||||||
| 12/11/08 Citizen Aid hosts Benefit for Building with Books: Citizen Aid will be hosting a Silent Auction at Gallery Bar (120 Orchard St). All proceeds will go to benefit Building With Books, an organization that runs 130 after-school programs in the US and has built 286 schools in developing countries. We are raising money at this event for the building of a new school in Nicaragua. In addition to the silent art auction of photographs from around the world, there will be entertainment by the NYC band The Burn & Cry and drink specials throughout the night. Time: 6:30-10:00 p.m. Venue: Gallery Bar (120 Orchard St) Sponsored Absinthe open bar from 7-8 p.m. by Van Gogh Absinthe. Cost: The $20 cover charge and $25 minimum bids are tax deductible. | |||||||||
| 12/11/08 The New York Junior League invites you to attend its Holiday Mixer: An Alpine Escape. Dust off your skis, put on your snow boots and parka and join us for An Alpine Escape. The Astor House Evening committee has set the stage for you to travel the slopes from Aspen to Verbier. Dance the night away with Andrew & Andrew mixing our Après Ski tunes. Enjoy the comfort food and revel in winter cocktails in our gas heated tent! Festive holiday or apres-ski attire is encouraged. Proceeds will benefit the charitable activities of the New York Junior League. Time: 8:00pm to 12:00am. Venue: New York Junior League Headquarters, 130 East 80th Street, New York, NY Tickets: $80 for the general public / $95 at the door. Tickets may be purchased at www.nyjl.org/holidaymixer All major credit cards accepted - no checks, refunds or cancellations accepted. Guests must be 21 or older. For more information please email: AstorHouseEvening@nyjl.org | |||||||||
| 12/11/08 Coup de Couer Launches Thursdays on Ice at Celsius Lounge & Balcony: Coup De Coeur is a stylish service, founded by Amanda Doll Sheppard and Lucia Marcelle Tait providing bespoke guided shopping tours throughout Manhattan. These knowledgeable ladies offer tours that are fully customized to your unique needs and interests. Venue: The Pond at Bryant Park, 6th Avenue at 42nd Street. Time: 8 p.m. 1 hour Vodka Bar sponsored by Absolut Vodka. Private invitation only. RSVP: rsvp@coupdecouerny.com website: www.coupdecoeurny.com For more information about the company or to book a tour call (917) 464-3699, or e-mail: info@coupdecoeurny.com See also: Coup de Coeur: The Next Best Thing | |||||||||
| 12/09/08 The NYU Child Study Center’s (CSC) 11th Annual Child Advocacy Award Dinner: Co-chairs this year are NYU CSC Board members Lisa Pevaroff-Cohn & Gary Cohn and friends of the NYU CSC, Danielle & David Ganek and Sukey & Michael Novogratz. This year’s dinner will honor Paul Tudor Jones II, founder, chairman and chief executive officer of Tudor Investment Corporation and founder and director of the Robin Hood Foundation. Funds raised from the NYU CSC’s Annual Child Advocacy Award Dinner help fulfill the Center’s mission of using scientific research to advance the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of child psychiatric and learning disorders. The NYU Child Study Center is the premier institution for assessment, treatment and research in the field of child and teen mental health. Through science-based clinical care, cutting-edge research, expert professional training, and extensive public education, the Center strives to generate new knowledge about child mental health, improve the practices of healthcare professionals who serve children, and influence child-related public health policy. Most importantly, the Center provides hope, help and care to children and their families who suffer from these disorders. Business attire. Time: Cocktails at 6:30pm, Dinner and Program at 7:30pm. Venue: Cipriani 42nd Street, 110 East 42nd Street, New York City. Tickets: Individual ticket: $1,500; up to $250,000 for a Leader Table with VIP seating for 10 and Leader Page in digital journal. Contact: Ariela Friedman | Tel: 212-404-3741. E-mail: ariela.friedman@nyumc.org Website: www.AboutOurKids.org | |||||||||
| 12/06/08 The Friends of St. Jude 2nd Annual Winter Gala: We invite you to celebrate a second year of giving life, love, and hope to our children and their families around the globe! This year’s Gala will feature Live Music, DJ, 5 Hour Open Bar, Fantastic Tastings from some of New York City’s finest restaurants, a Silent Auction, and Multiple Raffles. The Friends of St. Jude is a group of young professionals networking for a cause and dedicated to the mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and the fight against childhood cancer. Last year’s Gala raised $86,000 for the fight against childhood cancer. Please join us in making this year’s Gala an even greater success! Venue: The Puck Building, 295 Lafayette St., New York, NY. Time: 8pm-1am. Tickets for the Friends of St. Jude 2nd Annual Winter Gala are $130 prior to November 14th or $160 thereafter. | |||||||||
| 12/05/08 American Scandinavian Society Honoring "King Henrik" aka Henrik Lundqvist and "Lucilla" aka Connie Nielsen at its Ball of the Century. "The Ball of the Century" will mark the American Scandinavian Society’s 100th year of existence. This year's STAR honorees, Henrik Lundqvist, the charming 26 year-old Swede who is the professional ice hockey goaltender for the NY Rangers and Connie Nielsen, the award winning Danish actress and great beauty. Henrik Lundqvist has been nominated for the Vezina trophy three times and has been nicknamed "King Henrik" by his fans and NY media for his dominating play in his rookie season. In the 2006 winter Olympics he led the national Swedish ice hockey team to their second Olympic gold medal. Connie Nielsen became known to American audiences with her break thru role of Lucilla in Ridley Scott's Academy award winning epic, "Gladiator", in 2000. Other noteworthy American films that she starred in include Mission to Mars (2000), One Hour Photo (2002), The Hunted (2003) and Basic (2003). In 2004, she debuted in the Danish film "The Brothers" or Broedre for which she won best Danish actress award, the Bodil, for her stellar performance and best actress at The San Sebastian International Film Festival. She was also nominated for Best Actress at the European Film Awards. In 2006, Nielsen appeared in several episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Det. Dani Beck. Famed business woman, singer and model Malena Belafonte will serve as Master of Ceremonies. With such an inspiring and incredible talent in attendance, the event promises to be truly "The Ball of the Century". As always, many executives from leading Scandinavian and American companies, Scandinavian diplomats, and members and non-menbers alike will be present. There will be a fantastic orchestra to inspire all to dance the night away as well as a beautiful, traditional Lucia procession. In addition, there will be a silent auction with everything from art work to spa packages. Venue: The Metropolitan Club, 1 East 60th Street, New York, NY. For more information and tickets, please email American Society Christmas Ball Chairperson, Lisa Halpern email: christmasball2008@gmail.com **Editorial Note: Annually, I have found the American Scandinavian Society's Christmas ball one of the more intimate and beautiful society gala's in New York City, -Christopher London, Editor, ManhattanSociety.com | |||||||||
| 12/04/08 Dr. Sally Shaywitz, Marcia Mishaan and Claude Wasserstein will co-host a gala benefit on the evening of December 4 for the Yale Center for Dyslexia and Creativity at the Avenue/Wendy Antiques & Art at the Armory Show taking place at The Park Avenue Armory. The evening will begin with a VIP Preview from 5pm - 6pm followed by a cocktail party from 6pm to 8pm. Tickets for the Gala cocktail party are $200 and VIP Preview tickets are $500. For ticket information, please call (646) 442-1626 or visit www.avenueshows.com Antiques & Art at the Armory will be open to the public from December 4th through December 7th. Regular show hours are as follows: December 4-7, 2008 | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4 Open to the public 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 Open to the public 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. | SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7 Open to the public 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. | |||||||||
| 12/03-07/08 Shen Wei Dance Arts presents a first look at Connect Transfer II at the Judson Memorial Church – a new version of the landmark piece that inspired Shen Wei’s contribution as lead choreographer for the ’08 Beijing Olympic Opening Ceremonies and placed modern dance at the center of the world stage. Set to tour modern art museums in 2009/10, Connect Transfer II connects dance, music and visual arts, as dancers immersed in multi-colored paint transform the stage floor canvas into living art and is set in-the-round to live music of Xenakis, Ligeti, and Volans, performed by Stephen Gosling and FLUX Quartet. Each performance includes a post-performance silent auction and sale of the evening’s painted canvas. Date/Time: December 3rd at 7:30 PM, December 5th at 7:30 PM, December 6th at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM and December 7th at 7:00 PM Venue: Judson Memorial Church, 55 Washington Square South at Sullivan. Subway: A, C, E, B, D, F, V to W 4th St Seated and Standing Tickets: $18 – $100, Gala tickets: $250 and $500. (December 3 and 5 only) Junior Gala tickets $80 (December 6 only), Rush tickets (one hour before curtain at the door) $15. For more information call Shen Wei Dance Arts 212 962-1113, www.shenweidancearts.org. Tickets at www.SmartTix.com and 212 868-4444. Contact: Jane Covner/Allison Ravenscroft | tel: 818-905-5511 tel: 323-449-5030 | e-mail: jcovner@jagpr.com or aravenscroft@sbcglobal.net | |||||||||
| 12/03/08 The Glaucoma Foundation’s 22nd Annual Black & White Ball. New York State Governor David Paterson will be honored by The Glaucoma Foundation (TGF) as the 2008 recipient of the Kitty Carlisle Hart Award of Merit for Lifetime Achievement on Wednesday, December 3. The Glaucoma Foundation is one of the premier not-for-profit organizations dedicated to eradicating blindness from glaucoma through cutting-edge research and public education. The black tie Ball, will also honor TGF’s founder, Dr. Robert Ritch. Venue: The Pierre, Fifth Avenue at 61st Street, NYC. Time: Cocktails & Silent Auction at 6:30PM. Dinner at 7:30pm. Tickets: $1,000. For more information, call 212-651-2509 or email: kzmuda@glaucomafoundation.org | |||||||||
| 12/01/08 The European School of Economics Foundation holds its inaugural Health is Wealth Gala honoring Stephen Perrine, Editor-in-Chief of Best Life Magazine; comedian Tracy Morgan; Mark Gentile, Director, and Patrick Ignozzi, Senior Coordinating Producer, of The View; Sirio Maccioni, Founder of Le Cirque; and Jyoti P. Srivastava, M.S., DDS, Time: 7 p.m. Venue: The Pierre Grand Ballroom, Fifth Avenue at 61st Street in Manhattan. The event is sponsored by Elite Traveler, the private jet lifestyle magazine, The Children Global Network Foundation, and the European School of Economics Foundation, and hosted by Elio D’Anna, President of the European School of Economics Foundation; Alessandro Nomellini, Executive Director of the European School of Economics; Gordon Bethune, former Chairman and CEO, Continental Airlines; and Steven Lamm, M.D. and Kathleen O’Neil-Smith, M.D., Program Directors of Health is Wealth. Proceeds of the gala will support the Health is Wealth Project, an educational program that fosters a broader understanding of the connection between individual well being and success, and economic health and prosperity. A pilot Health is Wealth program at the European School of Economics focuses on individual health and wellness, while teaching future entrepreneurs and leaders how social responsibility and corporate wellness can create job satisfaction, higher productivity, and reduce fatigue and stress. Proceeds of the Health is Wealth Gala will be used to fund the Health Is Wealth initiative for businesses and educational institutions. The black-tie event begins at 7 p.m. with a red carpet, special guests, an auction, an awards ceremony and performances. Tickets for the dinner are $310 and do not include a donation to Health is Wealth. For additional information, contact 212-967-8880 X50 or rsvp@ese.edu. For more about the program, visit www.healthiswealth.ese.edu | |||||||||
| 12/01/08 The Mercantile Library Center for Fiction will host a celebration of the art of fiction, when prominent members of New York's literary and publishing worlds come together at the Annual Benefit and Awards Dinner of the only non-profit literary organization in the United States devoted entirely to fiction. The 4th Maxwell E. Perkins Award will be presented by author Jonathan Franzen to Farrar, Strauss & Giroux president Jonathan Galassi. The 2008 John Sargent Sr. First Novel Award will be presented by last year’s winner, Junot Díaz, to one of seven finalists attending the dinner. Time: Cocktails and auction at 6:30 p.m. Dinner and award presentations at 7:30 p.m. Venue: The New York Racquet and Tennis Club, 370 Park Avenue, New York City. Tickets: Available from $500. Tables at $5000, $7500, $10,000 and $25,000. Contact: Call Esther McGowan at (212) 755-6710 or by email at esther@mercantilelibrary.org. Additional information at www.mercantilelibrary.org | |||||||||
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| 11/24/08 The Randall’s Island Sports Foundation (RISF) will host the Champion’s for Children’s Gala at The Plaza Hotel in New York City. On behalf of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation, distinguished guests, U.S. Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Billie Jean King will present awards to honorees, Kristine Lilly, Susan Patricof, and Wendy Paulson, chosen for their leadership and championing efforts in sport, education and the environment for the children of New York City. Randall’s Island Sports Foundation is a non-profit organization that works in conjunction with City Leadership to realize Randall’s Island’s unique potential by developing sports and recreational facilities, restoring its vast natural environment, reclaiming and maintain parkland, and sponsoring community-linked programs for children of New York City. The Honorary Gala Chair is NYC Sports Commissioner, Kennith J. Podziba, and the Gala Chairs are Howard W. Lutnick, and Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Welles. Location: The Plaza Hotel, New York. Reception: 6:00pm Dinner: 7:00pm Dinner Tickets: The event is invitation- only. Individual dinner tickets: $750-2,500. Contact: Maria Corredor, Sharp Communications. 212-829-0002/ mc@sharpthink.com Website: www.risf.org | |||||||||
| 11/24/08 Worldwide Orphans Foundation Fourth Annual Benefit Gala: Worldwide Orphans Foundation (WWO) will hold its Fourth Annual Benefit Gala on November 3. Special Guests will include Mary-Louise Parker, Tony-award winning actress and star of TV’s Weeds; Jacques d’Amboise, founder, National Dance Theater; Brooke Smith, star of Grey’s Anatomy; Broadway stars Christine Ebersole and Donna Murphy, and Tony-award winning director Kathleen Marshall. WWO will salute the 2008 honor recipients The Honorable Dr. Samuel Assefa, Ethiopian Ambassador to the U.S., for Ethiopia’s partnership with WWO; and Lois Whitman, for her work as Executive Director, Human Rights Watch Children’s Rights Division in advocating for the rights of the world’s most vulnerable children. The annual Benefit Gala will be a star-studded affair of distinguished guests from the humanitarian and business community and arts and entertainment industry who are committed to WWO’s work. Dr. Jane Aronson is the Founder and CEO of Worldwide Orphans Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to transforming the lives of orphaned children around the world. Time: 6:00-9:00pm Venue: Cipriani Wall Street, 55 Wall Street, New York City. Tickets start at $1000.00 and individual and table sponsorships are available by contacting Simone Sarmet at 973-763-9961or simone@wwo.org. For more information about Worldwide Orphans Foundation visit www.wwo.org | |||||||||
| 11/20/08 A Night with Go Red and Georg Jensen: On Thursday, November 20, the American Heart Association and Georg Jensen will be hosting an evening of shopping and fundraising for heart health. A cocktail reception will be held at their brand new store on Madison Avenue at 61st Street from Time: 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Venue: Georg Jensen, 685 Madison Avenue, NY, NY 10065 (tel: 212.759.6547) On this evening 10% of all purchases will go to support the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women movement. People will have the opportunity to learn about women and heart disease while having great food and red wine, there will also be great incentives. If you would like to attend please RSVP to 212.850.6298 or events@georgjensenusa.com | |||||||||
| 11/20/08 The Cardiovascular Research Foundation will honor internationally recognized heart surgeon and researcher Eric A. Rose, MD at the second annual Pulse of The City Gala on Thursday, November 20th at Gotham Hall. The Gala will begin with cocktails at 6:30pm followed by dinner and dancing, and will celebrate progress in the fight against heart disease. The Gala co-chairs are Martin B. Leon, MD and Gregg W. Stone, MD. Jeffrey W. Moses, MD serves as honorary chair. The Cardiovascular Research Foundation is an independent, academically-focused non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients with cardiovascular disease by advancing the development and use of safe and effective minimally invasive methods for diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disease. Individual tickets begin at $1,000 and tables begin at $15,000. Junior Committee tickets begin at $250. For tickets and additional information, please contact Irma Damhuis at (212) 851-9187 or at idamhuis@crf.org | |||||||||
| 11/18/08 Joan’s Legacy: Uniting Against Lung Cancer - Strolling Supper with Blues and News: The annual benefit will commemorate Lung Cancer Awareness Month in New York City, with a strolling supper, gourmet wine and spirits, a remarkable silent auction and a performance by Grammy-Award winning Blues artist Delbert McClinton. Honorary co-chairs: Tom Brokaw, Barbara Walters and Brian Williams. Time: 6:30-9:30 PM. Venue: The Allen Room and Atrium of Frederick P. Rose Hall, Home of Jazz at Lincoln Center located on Broadway at 60th Street. Tickets: Start at $300 and support lung cancer research. For more information about Joan’s Legacy and lung cancer, to view and place bids on silent auction prizes or to purchase tickets for the benefit, contact 212-627-5500 or visit www.joanslegacy.org | |||||||||
| 11/13/08 Benefit and Auction for The IDEAL School of Manhattan: The founders, trustees, faculty and parents of The IDEAL School of Manhattan invite you to celebrate the third academic year of this young, groundbreaking school. The first inclusion school in New York City, IDEAL is an independent, nonprofit elementary school that opened its doors in September 2006. The IDEAL School extends the definition of diversity in education to include different abilities, welcoming children with special needs into its classrooms. The IDEAL School recognizes that every child is unique and tailors its instruction to the student’s individual learning style; focuses on social and emotional development in addition to academic excellence; celebrates diversity and promotes tolerance; and seeks to produce children who are self-confident, compassionate and successful. With a population that includes almost 70 students of different races, religions, cultures, family configurations and socio-economic backgrounds, as well as varying abilities, in pre-kindergarten through 4th Grade, the dream of a truly diverse independent school has become a reality. Time: 6:30 pm. Location: Landmark on the Park, 160 Central Park West. Contact: AZuckerman@theidealschool.org. For more information about the event or the school, please visit our website at www.theidealschool.org | |||||||||
| 11/12/08 Supermodel Heidi Albertsen, Chief Ambassador for Life Project for Africa and Guest of Honor Russell Simmons Invite you to Save Life, Give Hope, A benefit for the children of Tanzania Venue: The home of Andrew Barron Worden, 50 Central Park South, The Penthouse Ritz Carlton Private Residences, New York, NY 10019. Time: 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM Cocktails & Hors d`oeuvres Silent Auction Live Auction 8:00 PM. Auctioneer Peter Shemonsky, Director CIRCA San Francisco. Limited reservations available RSVP by Friday, November 7, 2008 by using our secure web form or download our reply card Due to high security, pre-sold tickets only. Walk-ins not allowed. | |||||||||
| 11/11/08 MAS Annual Benefit & Presentation of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Medal to Kent Barwick: With great pride and shared gratitude, MAS will present its highest honor, the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Medal, to President Kent Barwick who, after almost 40 years of service, steps down as president of MAS at year end. Kent has been the soul of the Municipal Art Society for almost four decades, leading the charge to save Grand Central, Radio City Music Hall, Lever House, St. Bartholomew’s Church, to name just a few of his accomplishments. In some of his boldest strokes, Kent stopped the plan for a massive tower that would have cast shadows across Central Park, and prevented a potentially disastrous rezoning of Times Square that would have extinguished its celebrated bright lights. He is an outspoken and passionate advocate for a magnificent new Moynihan Station, for a revitalized waterfront and, most importantly, for engaging citizens in the shaping of their city. Time: 7:00 p.m. - Cocktails at The Four Seasons 8:00 p.m. - Dinner at The Plaza of the Seagram Building Tickets: Tables: Chair: $50,000; Vice-Chair: $25,000; Associate Chair: $12,000. Inquiries: 212-972-2268. Purchase tickets online | |||||||||
| 11/11/08 Asia Society | Climate Heroes: The Green Annual Dinner: Asia Society honors successful leaders and companies who have had a substantial, positive impact on the peoples of Asia and the United States through “green” innovation and responsibility. We invite you to join us as we celebrate their foresight and actions which affect lives on both sides of the world. Tables: Chairman $100,000; Vice Chairman $50,000; Benefactor $25,000; Patron $15,000. Seats: Golden $5,000; Premium $2,500; Individual $1,500. For information, call 212-327-9235 or visit www.asiasociety.org/annual_dinner. Email: annualdinner@asiasociety.org. Time: Reception 6:30 pm | Dinner 7:30 pm Venue: Grand Ballroom, Waldorf-Astoria, 301 Park Avenue, New York City | |||||||||
| 11/10/08 2008 GUGGENHEIM INTERNATIONAL GALA: The Guggenheim Museum will host their annual Guggenheim International Gala on Monday, November 10 at 7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich Street, 52 Floor (between Barclay and Vesey Streets). Cocktails and auction viewing begin at 7PM. Dinner is at 8PM. Festive attire. The night’s honorees are Angela Bulloch, Maurizio Cattelan, Liam Gillick, Dominique Gonzalez-Foerster, Douglas Gordon, Carsten Höller, Pierre Huyghe, Jorge Pardo, Philippe Parreno and Rirkrit Tiravanija. Co-Chairs of the event include Stephanie Seymour Brant, Janna Bullock, Danielle Ganek, Agnes and Edward Lee, Amy Phelan, Kara and Stephen Ross, Jacqueline Sackler, Pamela Sanders, Jennifer Stockman and Owen Wilson. Christopher Burge will serve as the night’s auctioneer. Dinner by Great Performances. Music by Brightblack Morning Light. Funds raised from the gala support the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation. Time: 7 PM Cocktails and auction viewing /8 PM Dinner and live auction Venue: 7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich Street (Between Barclay and Vesey Streets), 52 Floor, New York, NY 10007 Media Contact: Mary Ellen Whitford/ Rubenstein Communications, Inc. 1345 Avenue of the Americas/ New York, NY 10105 / tel: (212) 843-9268/ e-mail: mwhitford@rubenstein.com | |||||||||
| 11/10/08 The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation - A Magical Evening: Proceeds will benefit the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, which is dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by funding innovative research, and improving the quality of life for people living with paralysis through grants, information and advocacy. At this year’s gala, the New York Rangers will be the recipients of the Dana Reeve HOPE Award, renowned contemporary artist Chuck Close will be the recipient of the Christopher Reeve Spirit of Courage Award, and Broadway veteran and long-time Reeve Foundation supporter James L. Nederlander, (Jr.) will receive the Visionary Leadership Award. Eaddo & Peter Kiernan, Francine LeFrak & Rick Friedberg, Glenn Close, Paul & Barbara Daversa, Meryl Streep, and Alseres Pharmaceuticals will serve as Co-Chairs. Venue: The Marriott Marquis in New York City Time: The cocktail reception will begin at 6:30 PM followed by dinner at 7:30PM. Dress is Black tie optional. Support levels are as follows: Tables at $100,000, $50,000, $25,000, $15,000 and $10,000 and individual tickets at $2,500 and $1,000. For more information, please contact the benefit office at 212-763-8594 or email ReeveFoundation@cmevents.net. Media inquiries: Jaime Cassavechia at Susan Blond Inc. | tel: 212.333.7728 ext. 108 |e-mail: JaimeC@susanblondinc.com | |||||||||
| 11/07/08 MAPLE LEAF BALL 2008: The Canadian Association of New York Foundation will host the 111th Annual Maple Leaf Ball for the Canadian Community in NY. Celebrities and Former Miss Canada to attend. Benefits Hockey for Harlem and Cancer Research at Memorial Sloan-Kettering. Venue: the Plaza Hotel. Black Tie. Time: Cocktail Reception 7 pm Silent Auction. Dinner & dancing at 8 p.m. Tickets: $500 for CANY members/ $600 for non members: http://canadianassociation.org/mapleleaf/purchase.html | |||||||||
| 11/06/08 42nd President Bill Clinton, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton and Former First Lady, Nancy Reagan To be honored at The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum 17th annual Salute to Freedom Dinner: The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will host its 17th annual Salute to Freedom Dinner on Thursday, November 6, 2007, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Pier 86 (46 Street and 12 Avenue), Manhattan. This year, the Intrepid will pay tribute to The Honorable Bill Clinton, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton and former First Lady Nancy Reagan. Dinner Chairman is Steven Fisher. Dinner Co-Chairs are Gregory Cuneo, Georgette Mosbacher, Bruce E. Mosler, Anthony Sichenzio and Richard Wood. Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM. The evening begins with a cocktail reception at 6:00 PM and is followed by dinner at 7:00 PM. Tickets are available for $2500 per seat. The attire is black tie / military evening dress. Venue: Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Pier 86 (46 Street and 12 Avenue), Manhattan, NY. For ticket information contact Edyta Piatek at (212) 492-5129 or epiatek@intrepidmuseum.org. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund and the Fisher House Foundation. Rubenstein Communications Inc., Public Relations | Brady Littlefield (212) 843-9220 / blittlefield@rubenstein.com | |||||||||
| 11/05/08 The New York Landmarks Conservancy--15th Annual “Living Landmarks Celebration”: Gala Co-Chairs: Liz Smith and John Whitehead; Honorees include: Judy Collins, Charlie Rose, Rosamond Bernier and the late John Russell, Barbara Goldsmith, Phyllis Newman, the late Osborn Elliott and Charles B. Rangel Venue: Cipriani 42nd Street Time: Cocktails begin at 7:00pm, followed by Dinner and Dancing at 8:00pm. The New York Landmarks Conservancy is dedicated to preserving, restoring and reusing architecturally significant buildings throughout New York. Every year, the NYLC honors distinguished New Yorkers as “Living Landmarks” for their contributions to New York City. For more information and tickets please contact Amy Sullivan | The New York Landmarks Conservancy | One Whitehall Street, New York, NY 10004 | tel: 212.995.5260 | fax: 212.995.5268 | email: amysullivan@nylandmarks.org |web: http://www.nylandmarks.org/ | |||||||||
| 11/05/08 Adults In Toyland Casino Night: The 2008 Adults In Toyland Casino Night is co-chaired this year by Susan Block Casdin, Morgan Hertzan, Steven Jaffe, Patti Kim, and Kelly Kennedy Mack, all of whom are tirelessly dedicated to raising funds to support the Stephen D. Hassenfeld Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at NYU Langone Medical Center’s vital integrative care programs, which greatly reduce stress and anxiety in patients and families that are not covered by health insurance. The Committee has raised over $2.5 million thus far to help care for the 800+ children treated annually at the Center. Since its inception in 1990, the Hassenfeld Center has established itself as a national leader in outpatient treatment of childhood cancers and blood diseases. Funds raised from the Adults In Toyland Casino Night event will support programs that include: interim treatment; transportation and lodging costs for patients and families in need; emergency discretionary funds; nutrition education and music therapy; and staff positions critical to these programs. The Hassenfeld Center offers a unique approach to pediatrics, combining world-class medical therapies and facilities with essential psychosocial and emotional support services for young patients and their families. The experts at the Center provide compassionate, personalized care, which creates a positive experience throughout the fight against cancer and blood disorders and long after the illness is cured. Time: Cocktail and Gaming from 8:00pm-11:30pm, Program at 9:30pm Venue: Cipriani 23rd Street – 200 Fifth Avenue (entrance on 23rd Street) New York City. Tickets: Royal Flush $15,000 includes naming of gambling table at the event, 12 tickets and $6,000 Casino Dollars and program listing| Full House $10,000 includes 10 tickets, $5,000 Casino Dollars and program listing | Ace of Spades $5,000 includes 6 tickets, $3,000 Casino Dollars and program listing | King of Diamonds $2,500 includes 4 tickets, $2,000 Casino Dollars and program listing | Queen of Hearts $1,250 includes 2 tickets, $1,000 Casino Dollars and program listing | Two of a Kind $500 includes 2 tickets, $500 Casino Dollars and program listing | Individual Tickets $225 includes $100 Casino Dollars Tickets at the door: $250 includes $100 Casino Dollars Contact: Name: Kristin Allen | Phone: 212-404-3654 | Email: specialevents@nyumc.org | Website: www.hassenfeldcenter.org | |||||||||
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| 11/04/08 DL21C's Election Night Bash!: NYC's biggest party celebrating our local and national Democratic victories 20,000 feet of fun! Huge TVs, DJ, Elected Officials and more! Venue: New World Stages, 340 W. 50th Street (between 8th and 9th Avenues) www.newworldstages.com Time: 6pm - LATE! | |||||||||
| 11/04/08 The Shabazz Center Hosts Election Night Watch at The Audobon Ballroom: Dowoti Désir, Executive Director of The Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center (The Shabazz Center), announced today that the center will host an Election Night Watch. The Watch will provide an opportunity for the public to come together to witness the results of the 2008 presidential election. “Voting in the 2008 presidential election is the defining moment of this generation. For many, the possibility of electing an African American president or a woman Vice President will be the most significant act of civic engagement of their lives. The Shabazz Center invites everyone to share the memory of this occasion at the historic Audubon Ballroom starting 7pm on Tuesday, November 4th, “says Dowoti Désir. About: The Shabazz Center is located at 3940 Broadway in Harlem, New York. All attendees must RSVP by October 31, 2008. For more information, or to sponsor or to volunteer during the event, call (212) 568-1341 or send email to admin@theshabazzcenter.net | |||||||||
| 11/04/08 Young Professionals United for Change Election Watch Party at Providence, 311 W 57th Street btw 8th Avenue & 9th Avenue. Commencing at 6pm. RSVP: www.yp4c.org Providence: 13,500 square foot tri-level venue with multiple flat screens on all levels and 10 foot projection screens on 2 levels, 4 bars & yummy bar menu For those that want to Watch and Listen: Election Coverage Viewing Room with Ample Seating, 10 foot projection screen, private bar and surround sound For those that want to Watch and Groove: Celebrity DJ D-Nice with multiple flat screens and closed caption viewing. | |||||||||
| 11/2-4/08 ELECTION 2008 FINAL 2 DAYS: GO NYC | GOTV | NY Obama Volunteer | RSVP For Final 4 Days | NY Democratic Lawyers Council (Voter Protection) | NYC Election Night Parties | |||||||||
| 11/2-4/08 Last Call for Change! Largest Ever-Attempted Phone Bank Effort in New York State History at Guastavino’s: The Obama/Biden Campaign is launching the largest ever-attempted phone bank effort in New York state history at Guastavino’s. All supporters are invited down on Sunday, November 2nd, Monday November 3rd and Tuesday November 4th to make calls to voters in key battleground states and change America for years to come! Location: Guastavino’s is located at 409 East 59th Street. To sign up, go to: http://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gsxxzf Hours are as follows: Sunday, November 2 at 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM Monday, November 3 at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM Tuesday, November 4 at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM Media: Rebecca Meyers | R. Couri Hay Creative Public Relations | 9 East 67th Street NYC 10021 | 212-580-0835 (office) | 516-455-3022 (cell) | e-mail: becca@rchcpr.com | |||||||||
| 11/03/08 14TH ANNUAL ARTWALKNY--to benefit Coalition for the Homeless: This year’s event A Tribute to Robert Rauschenberg. Co-Chairs: Richard Gere, Carey Lowell. Honored Guests: Alec Baldwin, Chuck Close, Kayce Freed Jennings, Theodore W. Kheel, Daryl Pottorf, Christopher Rauschenberg Time: 6:30 p.m. cocktail party/ 8:00 p.m. auction. Venue: Metropolitan Pavilion, 125 West 18 th Streett, New York, NY. Tickets: General Admission $200 / VIP Tickets $500. To purchase tickets please call 212.776.2056 | |||||||||
| 11/03/08 New York Public Library: "2008 Young Lions Disco Party" in the Celeste Bartos Forum at the Humanities and Social Sciences Library at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street. Dancing, drinks, and dessert. Time: 9 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Disco Attire or Black Tie. Details from 212-930-0856 or YoungLionsDance@nypl.org | |||||||||
| 11/03/08 To kick-off Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the Lung Cancer Research Foundation hosts the Third Annual Lung Cancer Awareness Luncheon and Lecture on Monday, November 3, 2008 at The Mandarin Oriental Hotel. The event is co-chaired by Laurie C. Carson and Kimberly Kravis Schulhof. The Master of Ceremonies is Sapna Parikh, M.D., Medical Reporter, Fox 5 News. Guest Speaker James R. Rigas, M.D., Director, Comprehensive Thoracic Oncology Program, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Norris Cotton Cancer Center will give a presentation on "The Global Treatment of Lung Cancer: A Historical View." LCRF will present the inaugural LCRF Scientific Merit Award to Rachel M.A. Linger, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine. Time: 12:00PM. Location: The Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 80 Columbus Circle at 60th Street, New York. Tickets: $250 and up. For more info: www.lungcancerresearchfoundation.org or call (212) 678-0231 Media Contact: Susie Sherman | Sharp Communications Inc. | 425 Madison Avenue, 8th Floor New York, NY 10017 | tel: 212.829.0002 Ext.104 | e-mail: ss@sharpthink.com | web: www.sharpthink.com | |||||||||
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11/03/08 Worldwide Orphans Foundation Fourth Annual Benefit Gala: Worldwide Orphans Foundation (WWO) will hold its Fourth Annual Benefit Gala on November 3. Special Guests will include Mary-Louise Parker, Tony-award winning actress and star of TV’s Weeds; Jacques d’Amboise, founder, National Dance Theater; Brooke Smith, star of Grey’s Anatomy; Broadway stars Christine Ebersole and Donna Murphy, and Tony-award winning director Kathleen Marshall. WWO will salute the 2008 honor recipients The Honorable Dr. Samuel Assefa, Ethiopian Ambassador to the U.S., for Ethiopia’s partnership with WWO; and Lois Whitman, for her work as Executive Director, Human Rights Watch Children’s Rights Division in advocating for the rights of the world’s most vulnerable children. The annual Benefit Gala will be a star-studded affair of distinguished guests from the humanitarian and business community and arts and entertainment industry who are committed to WWO’s work. Dr. Jane Aronson is the Founder and CEO of Worldwide Orphans Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to transforming the lives of orphaned children around the world. Time: 6:00-9:00pm Venue: Cipriani Wall Street, 55 Wall Street, New York City. Tickets start at $1000.00 and individual and table sponsorships are available by contacting Simone Sarmet at 973-763-9961or simone@wwo.org. For more information about Worldwide Orphans Foundation visit www.wwo.org. |
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| 10/31/08 The Yorkville Masked Ball: Get ready to celebrate fright night in glamour - $135 for a night of masked revelry at the Union Club with a gorgeous group of philanthropists! Please join us this Halloween (Friday, October 31st) at the Union Club for the 11th Annual Yorkville Ball. The Masquerade Black Tie event will feature Alex Donner and his Orchestra, a frighteningly good Silent Auction, and the after party hosted by Marquee. Masks will be on sale in advance/at door for $10. Buy your tickets & mask online: http://www.searchandcare.org/yorkvilleball.htm or rsvp to pirulli@searchandcare.org / 212-289-5300. Time: 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM Venue: The Union Club, 101 East 69th Street at Park Avenue, New York, NY | |||||||||
| 10/31/08 Social Life Magazine Haunted House Halloween Party: Full Open Bar all night. Venue: The Westside Loft, 336 West 37th Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY Time: 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Tickets: $45 For any information or questions call 212-725-1860, or email us at admin@sociallifemagazine.com | |||||||||
| 10/30/08 Young Patrons of Lincoln Center: "Fall Masquerade Gala" honoring Zac Posen, at the Allen Room, home of Jazz at Lincoln Center, Time Warner Center. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Music. Dancing. Cocktails. Hors d'oeuvres. Co-Chairs: Jessica Evelyn Betts and Alvin H. Crawford, Jr. Formal Attire. Masks provided. Details from 212-875-5446 or yplc@lincolncenter.org. Tickets: $250 ($150 or YPLC Members). | |||||||||
| 10/30/08 The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals:The ASPCA Humane Awards Luncheon sponsored by the Hartville Group, Inc. - Hosted by Chairmen Alexandra Bishop, Patricia Crawford, Andrea Fahnestock, Leslie Heaney, Fernanda Kellogg, Margo Langenberg, Brian McCarthy, Lisa McCarthy, Carolyne Roehm, Ellen Scarborough, Sally Spooner and Honorary Chairmen: Cynthia Lufkin and Jeffrey Pfeifle. The ASPCA’s annual Humane Awards Luncheon will be held on Time: 12 p.m to 2 p.m. Venue: New York City’s historic Rainbow Room at Rockefeller Center. The ceremony recognizes animals that have demonstrated extraordinary efforts on behalf of humans and individuals who have worked on behalf of animal welfare, or engaged in animal heroism during the past year. For Further information please contact Jaimee Bloom at 212 876 7700 Ext 4652 | |||||||||
| 10/30/08 Join Pro Mujer in honoring Harry R. Halloran Jr., Chairman and CEO of the American Refining Group Inc.; Barbara Krumsiek, President and CEO of Calvert; and Paul A. Volcker, former Federal Reserve Chairman at the Pro Mujer 2008 Benefit Celebration on Thursday, October 30. Honorary Chairs are Luciana and Robert Duvall. Pro Mujer is an international microfinance and women’s development organization that provides poor women in Latin America with the means to build livelihoods for themselves and futures for their families through small loans, business training, and healthcare. Time: 6:30 pm Cocktails, 7:30 pm Dinner. Venue: The IAC Building, 555 West 18th Street, in New York City. To purchase tickets or enquire about sponsorship opportunities, please call (212) 972-2268, email to tmevents@inch.com, or download reservation form at www.promujer.org Attire: Festive Media Contact: Alyse Booth abooth@promujer.org (212) 952-0181. | |||||||||
| 10/28/08 Central Park Conservancy: "Halloween Ball." Tickets: $1,000. Details from 212-310-6619 | |||||||||
| 10/27/08 WNYC, New York Public Radio | Gala 2008: The evening’s affair will be emceed by WNYC’s American Standards host, Jonathan Schwartz. Schwartz will be joined by John Pizzarelli and Jessica Molaskey, hailed by the New York Times as “the wittiest, most musically savvy husband and wife team in jazz-pop.” Pizzarelli and Molaskey will perform songs featured in their current engagement at the Café Carlyle, which runs through November 1. Guests will have the opportunity to mingle with their favorite WNYC hosts, including: Kurt Andersen, Brian Lehrer, Leonard Lopate, Robert Krulwich (Radio Lab), Brooke Gladstone (On the Media), Soterios Johnson (Morning Edition), Terrance McKnight (Evening Music), John Hockenberry & Adaora Udoji, and Richard Hake (The Takeaway with John Hockenberry & Adaora Udoji), Oscar Brand (Folksong Festival) CHAIR: Joanne Matthews COMMITTEE: David R. Caplan, Bryn Roberts Cohen, Martha J. Fleischman, Susan K. Freedman, Michael Huber, Honey M. Kurtz, Virginia Luppescu, Gene Lynch, Ellen Polaner, Elizabeth Rose, Lauren Seikaly, Susan Rebell Solomon, Nicki Newman Tanner, Wilma S. Tisch, Alan G. Weiler, and Frank D. Yeary. WNYC Radio is New York's premier public radio station, comprising WNYC 93.9 FM and WNYC AM 820. As America's most listened-to public radio stations, reaching more than one million listeners every week, WNYC FM and AM extend New York City's cultural riches to the entire country and air the best national offerings from affiliate networks National Public Radio, Public Radio International and American Public Media. WNYC 93.9 FM broadcasts a wide range of daily news, talk, cultural and classical music programming, while WNYC AM 820 maintains a stronger focus on breaking news and international news reporting. For more information, visit www.wnyc.org. Time: 6:00pm Reception | 7:00pm Dinner and Program Venue: Cipriani 42nd Street. Between Lexington & Park Avenues. TICKETS: Tables of ten are available at $25,000, $12,500, and $7,500. Individual tickets are available at $1,500 and $1,000. $225 of each ticket is non-tax-deductible. For Tickets: Sharon Frank, WNYC Gala Office | (212) 675-9474 / sfrank@sualtd.com Press Contact: Jennifer Houlihan, WNYC Radio | (646) 829-4497 / jhoulihan@wnyc.org | |||||||||
| 10/27/08 The Feminist Press at CUNY 38th Anniversary “Women Write the World Gala Awards Dinner: Honorary co-chairs include former First Lady and United States Senator Hilary Rodham Clinton, famed playwright Eve Ensler, cinema legend-activist Jane Fonda, recording legend Cyndi Lauper, United States Senator Charles E. Shumer, and feminist icon Gloria Steinem. Gala Chairwomen include Helene D. Goldfarb, Barbara Grossman, Carol Hymowitz, Sandra Levine, and Rebecca Seawright. Television personality, author, and restaurateur Barbara Smith (B. Smith) will serve as emcee. Awards will be presented to Broadway star Kathleen Chalfant, Vice Chancellor for Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management for The City University of New York Iris Weinshall and Managing Director of Gender Retention & Advancement at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Jennifer Allyn. For Tickets, please contact Gina Totaro at 212-838-2660, ext 20. The Gala benefits The Feminist Press at the City University of New York, the oldest continuing women’s publisher in the world. Time: Cocktails begin at 6PM. Dinner is at 7PM. Venue: The Grand Hyatt (42nd Street at Grand Central Terminal. | |||||||||
| 10/27/08 The ALS Association Greater New York Chapter will hold their 14th Annual Lou Gehrig Sports Awards Benefit on Monday, October 27th at 6:30PM at New York Marriott Marquis. Honorees include Major League Baseball legends Chris Chambliss and Sandy Koufax and professional tennis legend John McEnroe. Benefit chairman include Alan R. Griffith, retired Vice Chairman-Bank of New York, David Lubars, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer- BBDO North America, Lawrence A. Rand, Co-Founder and Senior Vice President-Kekst & Company, Inc., and Arthur F. Weinbach, Chairman-Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. Renowned sports announcer Bob Costas will present The Jacob K. Javits Lifetime Achievement Award to Denis J. “DJ” Carey III. Jeremy Schaap, acclaimed sportswriter, television reporter, and author will serve as the Master of Ceremonies. The ALS Association is the only national not-for-profit health organization dedicated solely to lead the fight against ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. The Association covers research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy - in providing help and hope to those facing the disease. For Tickets, please contact the Benefit Office at 212-245-6570. Time: Cocktails begin at 6:30PM, followed by a silent auction, dinner, and awards presentation. Venue: New York Marriott Marquis (Broadway at 45th Street.) | |||||||||
| 10/27/08 The annual New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children Gala Dinner Dance will be held on Monday, October 27 at The Pierre Hotel in New York. Time: Cocktails will be served at 6:30pm, and dinner and dancing will begin at 7:30pm. The NYSPCC is an independent, non-profit organization focused on preventing the abuse and neglect of children. Founded in 1875, it has investigated over 650,000 cases on the behalf of two million children. This year’s Gala will honor Liz Smith and Gerald L. Storch, Chairman & CEO of Toy “R” Us, Inc. for their work on behalf of children. The event is co-chaired by Sherrie & David Westin, Deborah Norville & Karl Wellner, Amanda & Neil Friedman, Joan Ganz Cooney & Pete Peterson and David Patrick Columbia. The emcee for the evening will be Deborah Norville, and music will be provided by Alex Donner & His Orchestra. Tickets and tables are priced between $600 to $50,000. Contact Linda Buckley with Buckley Hall Events at (914) 579-1009 or at lbuckley@buckleyhallevents.com | |||||||||
| 10/27/08 Sundance Institute Celebration: Once a year, the spirited Sundance community gathers in New York City to celebrate the work of independent artists and their invaluable contributions to our cultural landscape. Highlights include an interactive cocktail hour with favorite Sundance artists serving up drinks and live performances from Sundance-supported artists. Funds raised from the event support Sundance Institute and its year-round programs dedicated to the discovery and development of independent artists and audiences. Celebration Committee: Robert Redford, Christine Lahti, Pat Mitchell, Jeanne Donovan Fisher Time: 6 pm cocktails/dinner; 9 pm after-party. Location: Roseland Ballroom, 239 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019 Ticket Price: Tables available $1500 - full dinner, $75 - after party only Contact: Kieran Heffernan | tel: 310-360-1981 | Email: celebrate@sundance.org | web: www.sundance.org/celebrate PR Contact: Amy McGee | tel: 310-492-2333 | e-mail: amy_mcgee@sundance.org | |||||||||
| 10/27/08 Ice Theatre of New York Launches New Season with Celebratory Performance and Benefit Gala. The Ice Theatre of New York, the nation’s premier ice dancing ensemble, propels its new season with its inaugural performance and benefit gala. The festivities include a program including: Appalachian Waltz, a first ever collaboration by modern dance choreographer JoAnna Mendl Shaw and ice choreographer, Douglas Webster; Low Duet by innovative, contemporary choreographer Susan Marshall; and a restaging of an excerpt from Footloose on Ice originally starring Nancy Kerrigan and now featuring Ice Theatre ensemble (program subject to change). Time: 7:00pm Venue: Chelsea Pier’s Sky Rink (Pier 61 at 23rd Street and Hudson River) Followed by cocktails and dinner, the evening honors two-time Olympic medalist Nancy Kerrigan and emceeing the night’s festivities will be her fellow Olympian Paul Wylie. The benefit will also recognize Ice Theatre’s board member, Joan Erdheim, for her contributions as a tireless volunteer for both Ice Theatre and Manhattan’s arts world. Ticket sales support Ice Theatre’s New Works and Young Artists, an outreach program for public school children in Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens, as well as Ice Theatre’s 2008-2009 performance season. Tickets range from $25 for the performance and $350-$1000 for the benefit. For tickets, call 212.929.5811 or visit www.icetheatre.org | |||||||||
| 10/24/08 El Museo del Barrio: "Young International Circle Benefit": Venue: the West Side Loft, 336 West 37th Street, 6th floor. Time: 8:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. Chairs: Jana Pasquel de Shapiro, Mayra Hernandez & Samantha Thompson. Festive Attire. Tickets: $200. Click on the following link for details and to purchase tickets online | |||||||||
| 10/23/08 UNA-NY 2008 Humanitarian Award Dinner: Climate Change—A Call for Action: This meeting is for: As America’s largest grassroots foreign policy organization, UNA NY is a leading center of research on the United Nations and global issues. 2008 Honorees are: Secretary General Ban Kimoon; Toray Industries, Inc.; President Olafur Ragnar Grimsson of Iceland. Gala proceeds will benefit our Worldview Institute. Time: Cocktails at 6:30 p.m. | Dinner Program at 7:30 p.m. Venue: Delegates Dining Room, United Nations Headquarters Attire: Black Tie or National Dress. Sponsorship tables, underwriting, table sponsorship, journal ads are available. Corporate Support includes large and small corporations from New York and beyond including law firms, realty groups, pharmaceuticals, insurance companies, utilities, banks, investment companies and more. For more information contact: Ann Nicol, Executive Director, UNA NY. Tel: +1(212) 907-1353 e-mail: anicol@unanyc.org web: www.unanyc.org | |||||||||
| 10/23/08 Celebrate One Year Anniversary of Cleo Spa & Salon: We hope you will join hosts Frederick Anderson, Kipton Cronkite, Douglas Hannant, Gillian Hearst Simonds and Anisha Lakhani, for the 1 Year Anniversary of Cleo Spa and Salon at Trump Place (157 Freedom Place – 66th Street, b/w West End Avenue and West Side Highway). Time: 6 – 8pm. Please RSVP to cleo@shinadvisors.com | |||||||||
| 10/23/08 Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum: "National Design Awards." Gala benefit dinner. Chair: Richard Meier. Details from 212-849-8340 | |||||||||
| 10/23/08 The Associates Committee of Fountain House Fall Fete: It promises to be a great evening of fun starting with cocktails at Valentino followed by dinner and dancing at the Racquet and Tennis Club. Chairs: Anne and George Baker, Sarah and Jeremy Goldstein, Katie and Doug Hand, Lil Philips, Elizabeth Pyne Vice Chairs: Kate Allen, Silas Anthony, Donya and Scott Bommer, Alison and George Brokaw, Madeleine Potvin, Elisabeth Saint-Amand, Frances Schultz, Kiliaen an Rensselaer, Alison Woolworth Venue: Valentino, 747 Madison Avenue at 65th Street; The Racquet and Tennis Club, 370 Park Avenue at 53rd Street Time: 7 pm - midnight Tickets: Individual tickets are available. Contact Susan Bell Special Events (aileenruddy@bellevents.com) at 212.874.5457 for more information. Attire: Jacket and Tie Media contact: Susan Bell Special Events (aileenruddy@bellevents.com) at 212.874.5457 Fountain House provides housing, employment, wellness and educational services to men, women and young adults living with major mental illness. www.fountainhouse.org | |||||||||
| 10/23/08 Women At Risk Second Annual Dinner Dance: Women At Risk (WAR) is a NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center program whose mission is to enhance the lives of women at high risk for and those with breast cancer through research, education and support. WAR allocates the largest portion of its funding to research projects benefiting both high-risk women and women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Chairs: Bonnie Pressman & Jane Scheinfeld Venue: The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers Time: Cocktail reception @ 6:30 PM; Dinner @ 7:30 PM Contact info: Cynthia Lieb (212) 305-9525; clieb@womenatrisknyc.org | |||||||||
| 10/22/08 Barolo Networking Mixer to Benefit VDay.org: Join us at Barolo Restaurant’s garden terrace on Weds., Oct. 22, 5-8pm for an after-work cocktails event to benefit VDay.org, a charity devoted to ending violence against women worldwide. There is no ticket price / charge to attend. Barolo Restaurant will donate 20% of all money spent on cocktails to this wonderful charity. Drop by for cocktails and meet new and interesting people from various industries. Beautiful venue, people and a great cause. Venue: Garden Terrace at Barolo Restaurant’, 398 West Broadway in SoHo (btwn Broome St. & Spring St.) Time: 5-8pm. Contact: Monica Breiland, 646-272-9842, mbreiland@aol.com | |||||||||
| 10/21/08 Join the Real Housewives of New York for People Reaching Out's Friends Helping Friends charity event to benefit CreakyJoints: Venue: the Hudson Terrace (621 W. 46th Street, New York City) Time: 7:30pm -11:30pm. Tickets are $250 each until October 1st, after which they will be $350 each. If you would like to order by phone, please contact Joanna Wozniak with People Reaching Out at 917-887-3065 | |||||||||
| 10/21/08 The Federation of Protestant Welfare Agencies (FPWA) will hold its 2008 Annual Gala on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at The Lighthouse, Pier 61, Chelsea Piers in New York City; the Gala Chair is Ellsworth George Stanton III. At the event, FPWA will honor Yvonne J. Graham, Special Assistant to the Borough President of Brooklyn and founder of FPWA member agency Caribbean Women’s Health Association; and Huyler C. Held, a partner at McLaughlin & Stern LLP and an active board member and trustee of a variety of civic and charitable organizations. Former FPWA Chair Amy Sloan Vance, a lawyer and advocate for the poor, will be honored posthumously for her dedication and commitment to public service. Cocktails are at 6:30pm, followed by dinner and program at 7:30pm at The Lighthouse, Pier 61, Chelsea Piers in New York City. Tickets are $500 - $1,000. For information or tickets, contact Susan Latham at (212) 801-1307 or slatham@fpwa.org, or register online at www.fpwa.org | |||||||||
| 10/20/08 The Whitney Museum of American Art's Gala and Studio Party “Whitney – Past, Present and Future” Sponsored by Versace. The Whitney Gala is a highlight of the New York City social calendar. Approximately 500 guests including prominent members of the art, fashion, media, business and corporate communities will gather to celebrate the museum’s history and future. The black-tie event will begin with cocktails in the Robert J. Hurst Family Gallery followed by dinner in the 3rd Floor Gallery. The evening’s Décor by David Stark Design and the dinner will be catered by Glorious Food. Gala Chairmen: Allison Kanders, Liz Swig, and Donatella Versace. Time: Cocktails 7 pm | Dinner 8 pm | Studio Party 9pm-1am Venue: Whitney Museum of American Art, Madison Avenue at 75th Street. Attire: Black Tie. Press: Linda Gaunt Communications | tel: 212 810 2894 ext. 101 | |||||||||
| 10/20/08 Children’s Museum of the Arts’ 4th Annual Art Auction “Change of Art: PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE” Children’s Museum of the Arts announces its fourth annual art auction, "Change of Art: Past, Present, Future” on October 20, 2008 from Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Venue: Phillips de Pury & Company, 450 West 15th Street. Over 40 pieces of artwork will be available for auction, including work by David Salle, Sol LeWitt, Kenneth Noland, Hunt Slonem, Paula Scher, Bill Jacklin, and Olaf Breuning, as well as a Polaroid of Yves Saint Laurent by Andy Warhol. The event will feature a special exhibition celebrating CMA’s 20th Anniversary, with a sneak peak at the future. Tickets are $50 for one, $75 for two. To view the lots, purchase tickets and place your bids, visit www.cmany.org. Please contact Lori Feren at 646-723-4361 or artauction@cmany.org with any questions. | |||||||||
| 10/20/08 Center for the Advancement of Women Benefit: The fifth annual luncheon will honor filmmaker and philanthropist Abby Disney; The Paley Center for Media CEO Pat Mitchell; and NBC News Chief Medical Editor Dr. Nancy Snyderman. CFAW’s President Faye Wattleton will present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Allan Rosenfield, Dean Emeritus of the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University for his commitment to promote women’s health worldwide. Sweet Honey In the Rock will be the entertainment guest. Proceeds benefit CFAW’s research, education and advocacy programs to advance women’s rights and opportunities. Location: Mandarin Oriental New York (80 Columbus Circle at 60th Street). Reception: 12 PM; Lunch, Award Presentation and Program: 12:30 p.m. (Business casual). Tickets begin at $500, for further information call 212.391.7718, cruschell@advancewomen.org | |||||||||
| 10/20/08The Frick Collection: "Autumn Dinner" honoring Countess Giulia Maria Mozzoni Crespi. Tickets: $2,500. Details from 212-547-0706 | |||||||||
| 10/20/08 The Second Annual Golden Heart Awards Celebration benefiting God's Love We Deliver: God's Love We Deliver will celebrate the important contributions of three long-time supporters: Harry Slatkin, President and CEO of Slatkin & Co., The "7th on Sale" Initiative and Roz Gilbert, a volunteer for over 17 years. Venue: Frank Gehry IAC Building Time: 7 to 10 PM Tickets: Individual tickets start at $500, Tables start at $5,000 Contact: Susan Oher at 212.294.8181 or soher@glwd.org | |||||||||
| 10/20/08 Lenox Hill Hospital: "Autumn Ball Gala--The Beat Goes On!" in the Grand Ballroom of the Waldorf-Astoria. Cocktail Reception: 6:30 p.m.; Dinner and Dancing to the music of the Deanna Jones Orchestra: 8:00 p.m. Medal of Distinction to be Awarded to Robin Roberts, Co-Anchor of Good Morning America. Chairs: Ellen and Daniel M. Crown, and Karen and William Lauder. Committee members include Lenox Hill Hospital President and CEO Gladys George; William Hiltz (Chairman of Board); Marlene Hess; Paul Guenther; Sherrell Aston, MD; Katherine T. McEnroe and Ellen Marcus. Proceeds will be earmarked for the Hospital’s medical services and community programs. Black Tie. Tickets: $1,200. For ticket information please contact Michele Goldsmith, (212) 434-2544Details from 212-434-2544. Press Contact: Roger Webster | Webster Light Grant Communications | tel: 212.280.3380 | e-mail: Roger@WebsterLightGrant.com | |||||||||
| 10/17/08 Young Associates of the Chelsea Art Museum (the YA) Annual Fall Party: ***OPEN BAR ALL NIGHT***DJ: Friends with Benefits. Current Exhibition: Selections form the Shanghai Chinese Painting Academy. FREE for members & a guest (as are our other events – register that night for FREE admission for 2 and access to members-only bartender). Non-members: $15 Time: 9pm-1am Venue: The Chelsea Art Museum, 556 W. 22nd St (corner of 11th ave/ West Side Highway). | |||||||||
| 10/16/08 20th Annual Preview Party for The International Fine Art and Antique Dealers Show: On Thursday, October 16th, New York’s most notable philanthropists and art collectors will head to the Park Avenue Armory for the 20th Annual Preview Party for The International Fine Art and Antique Dealers Show benefitting The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. The Society of MSKCC is a volunteer organization that promotes the well-being of patients, supports cancer research and provides public education on the prevention, early detection and treatment of cancer. The event will offer guests a first peek at over $500 million dollars worth of fine art and antiques. The evening’s Co-Chairs are Alexia Hamm Ryan, Grace Meigher, and Alexandra Lind Rose and Honorary Chairs include Margaret Russell and Michel C. Witmer. Honorary Co-Chairmen: Mrs. Rand V. Araskog, Mrs. Coleman P. Burke, Mrs. Edwin M. Burke, Mrs. Edmund M. Carpenter, Mrs. Marvin H. Davidson, Mrs. Bruce A. Gimbel, Mrs. Peter S. Gregory, Mrs. Peter D. Jones, Julia and David Koch, Evelyn and Leonard Lauder, Mrs. Derek L. Limbocker, Mrs. Timothy Malloy, Mrs. Milton Petrie, Mrs. H. Virgil Sherrill, Mrs. Brian Snyder, Mrs. Paul Soros, Blaine Trump. Connoisseur Chairmen: Muffie Potter Aston, Mrs. Roberto de Guardiola, Mrs. Richard S. LeFrak, Mr. James G. Niven. Vice Chairmen: Courtney Allinson Arnot, Mrs. Alan J. Blinken, Mrs. T. Dennie Boardman, Mrs. D. Dixon Boardman, Mrs. Thomas Breen, Tory Burch, Mrs. Joseph A. Califano, Jr., Mrs. Michael Carr, Jennifer Coleman Creel, Mrs. Rodman L. Drake, Webb Egerton, Mrs. J. Pepe Fanjul, Mrs. Jonathan Farkas, Mrs. Thomas M. Fitzgerald III, Mrs. Carl S. Forsythe III, Danielle Ganek, Mrs. Mario Grauso, Mrs. Martin D. Gruss, Mrs. James B. Gubelmann, Thomas H. Guinzburg, Mrs. William H. Hamm III, Mrs. John S. Hilson, Mrs. Robert Jaffe, Mrs. Kenneth Joseph, Dayssi Olarte de Kanavos, Mrs. Michael Kennedy, Mrs. Thomas V. Leeds, Mrs. Dan Lufkin, Mrs. Donald B. Marron, Mrs. Roman Martinez IV, Mrs. Brian A. McCarthy, Mrs. Stephen M. McPherson, Mrs. Donald K. Miller, Minnie Mortimer, Mrs. Richard T. Perkin, Mrs. William H. Pitt, Mrs. Bambi Putnam, Patricia Quick, Mr. Thomas C. Quick, Shafi Roepers, Mrs. Benjamin M. Rosen, Hilary Geary Ross, Mrs. Paul C. Schorr IV, Christine Hearst Schwarzman, Mrs. Stephen C. Sherrill, Mrs. Ian Snow, Dana Hammond Stübgen, Mrs. Andrew S. Thomas, Mrs. Remy Trafelet, Mrs. Douglas A. Warner III, Mrs. Thomas E. Zacharias, Bettina Zilkha. The Sponsors for the Preview Party are ELLE DECOR and Michel C. Witmer with additional support from Bacardi U.S.A. and 1STDIBS.COM. Time: Golden Benefactors & Connoisseurs Preview at 5:45 PM / Benefactors Preview at 6:00 PM / Patrons Preview at 6:30 PM / Collectors Preview at 7:00 PM Tickets: Tickets start at $200 and go up to $5,000. For further information call The Society at 212-639-7972. Venue: Seventh Regiment Armory, Park Avenue & 67th Street, New York City. All proceeds from the Preview Party will benefit The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Press Contact: Chris Spargo, R. Couri Hay / Creative Public Relations - Phone: 212-580-0835 or chris.spargo@gmail.com | |||||||||
| 10/16/08 Airline Ambassadors International Global Compassion Ball: Airline Ambassadors International (AAI), a non-profit organization, which began in 1996 with a small group of airline personnel using their travel benefits to help children. AAI has grown to include global members of all ages and professions who offer their time and support as Ambassadors of Goodwill to help children in our home communities and abroad. Honoring: The Lantos Foundation Venue: United Nations Headquarters Time: 7:00 pm Tickets: $500, $1,000, $1,500, $2,500. For more information contact The JFM Group at 914.235.1490 ext. 14 or jessicam@thejfmgroup.com | |||||||||
| 10/16/09 The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals: The Shaggy Dog - hosted by the Young Friends of the ASPCA. The evening will feature music by DJ Berrie, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and a silent auction. Time: 9PM to 1AM. Attire: Disco Party Attire. Tickets begin at $160.00. Venue: The IAC Building, 555 West 18th Street, NYC. To purchase tickets online visit www.acteva.com/go/aspca or call Jaimee Bloom at 212 876 7700 Ext 4652 | |||||||||
| 10/16/08 First Candle’s 10th Anniversary Windflower Ball: The gala event is held to raise critical funds in support of Stillbirth and SIDS Research. The evening includes a champagne reception, a first-class, four-course dinner and an extensive silent and live auction hosted by award-winning auctioneer Nicholas Dawes from PBS’ Antiques Roadshow. Honoring: HALO Innovations, Regal+Lager, and Scripps Howard News Service Venue: Tribeca Rooftop Time: 7:00 pm Tickets: $250, $1,000, $1,500, $2,500. For more information contact First Candle at 800.221.7437 ext. 233 or heather.mcgraw@firstcandle.org | |||||||||
| 10/16/08 The 5th Annual Hedge Fund Rocktoberfest, benefitting A Leg To Stand On: A Leg To Stand On is a non-profit organization whose mission is to help transform the lives of children with limb disabilities in developing countries by offering them the physical capabilities to access the opportunities and self-esteem earned through education, work and mobility. Hedge Fund Rocktoberfest is a unique fundraising benefit in which members of the hedge fund and related industries come together and rock out in support of A Leg To Stand On. Time: 6:00pm onwards Venue: The Hammerstein Ballroom, 311 W. 34th St., NYCTickets: $150 before Sept. 15; $200 thereafter. Purchase online at www.altso.org. Corporate sponsorships are available. Please visit our website at www.altso.org for more information, or contact us by emailing info@altso.org or calling 212-683-8805. | |||||||||
| 10/15/08 Tuesday's Children: "A Toast to New York Fall Gala" at the Rainbow Room. Details from 212-319-3988. | |||||||||
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10/15/08 The Princess Grace Foundation-USA’s Annual Princess Grace Awards Gala: On Wednesday, October 15, 2008, the Princess Grace Foundation–USA will host the Princess Grace Awards Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City and present 32 Awards to emerging artists in theater, dance and film, as well as two Princess Grace Statue Awards to artists who have previously won Awards and have shown achievement and growth in their respective fields. Every year, the Princess Grace Foundation-USA (PGF-USA) proudly awards these prizes at its annual gala to support its mission of providing crucial support to emerging artists in America. Entertainment for the evening will include a performance by Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings and dancing to DJ Tom Finn. Co-chairs for the gala will be Noelle and Dick Wolf, Emmy Award winning writer/producer of the Law & Order drama series and Dolly Lenz, distinguished broker from Prudential Douglas Elliman. The Gala will take place in the presence of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco. Venue: Cipriani 42nd Street Time: 6:30 p.m. – Reception, Silent Auction | 7:30 p.m. – Awards Ceremony, Dinner, Live Auction Attire: Black-tie Beneficiary: Princess Grace Awards, a program of PGF-USA Tables: Tables may be purchased for $15,000, $25,000, $50,000 and $100,000 Gala Tickets: Tickets start at $1,000 for Patron tickets, $1,750 for Sponsor tickets and $2,500 for Benefactor tickets. To purchase tickets, contact Tamara Leuchtenburg | at Event Associates | tel: 212-245-6570 | e-mail: tamaral@eventassociatesinc.com Photos: 25th Anniversary Princess Grace Foundation Awards Gala (2007) |
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| 10/15/08 The Bronx Defenders, a nonprofit specializing in indigent defense, will hold its Annual Gala and Benefit on October 15. The night will feature cocktails, a silent auction, dinner, and live jazz. The honored guest and speaker will be Mayor Cory Booker of Newark, NJ, and the Partner in Pursuit of Justice Award will go to Robert Hildreth, founder of International Bank Services. Venue: Tribeca Rooftop Time: 6:30 pm Tickets: start at $350. Attire: Festive. For more information, email events@bronxdefenders.org or call Amy Crawford at 718-838-7878 | |||||||||
| 10/11/08 12th Annual BMW Ultimate Drive supporting Susan G. Komen for the Cure: New York City residents will be able to help the fight against breast cancer when the 12th Annual BMW Ultimate Drive supporting Susan G. Komen for the Cure comes to BMW of Manhattan on Saturday, October 11 from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Hundreds of local supporters can drive a specially-badged BMW of their choice and raise $1 for Susan G. Komen for the Cure for every mile they drive. 25 specially-badged BMWs, decorated with pink ribbons, have been traveling across the country since February and will conclude in December, stopping at more than 210 BMW Retail Centers along the way. The money raised directly supports breast cancer research, education, screening, and community outreach programs provided by Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The Ultimate Drive is a grassroots fundraising program that donates over $1 million each year. At the end of this year’s drive, more than $12 million will be donated to the cause. BMW of Manhattan is located at 555 West 57th Street, New York and is free to participate. For more information or to make a reservation, the public can call 1-877-423-7483 or visit http://www.bmwusa.com/theultimatedrive | |||||||||
| 10/11/08 Young Ambassadors for Opportunity Kick Off Campaign to Benefit Tanzania Opportunity International at "Financing the Future" benefit: Young Ambassadors for Opportunity (YAO), a new and exciting initiative of Opportunity International, formed to engage younger generations in the fight against poverty and cultivate future leaders in microfinance. Opportunity International is one of the world's oldest, largest and fastest growing microfinance organizations. Serving poor entrepreneurs in 29 developing countries in Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and Latin America, Opportunity is a pioneer in offering small business loans, savings, insurance and training in basic business practices to women and men living in chronic poverty. These services allow poor entrepreneurs to start or expand a business, develop a steady income, provide for their families and create jobs for their neighbors. Opportunity's goal is to help lift 100 million people out of poverty by 2015 by mobilizing $1 billion. The evening featuring cocktails, dinner and silent auction, will help fund a bank for the poor in Tanzania. Demand for microfinance services in this country are great as half its population lives in abject poverty and less than 10 percent have access to savings accounts. This new campaign has already raised $2 million of the $7.5 million goal to fund the bank. This special evening will be led by Liesel Pritzker, event co-chair and founder of Young Ambassadors for Opportunity; Chris Crane, president & CEO, Opportunity International Jessica Flannery, co-founder and chief executive officer of Kiva; Kevin Compton, founder, Radar Partners Investment Group. Time: 7 p.m. Venue: Guastavino's, 409 East 59th Street New York, NY CONTACTS: Noelle-Elaine Media, Inc.| Michelle A. Pascal, 212.234.1995, map@noelle-elaine.com | Kristian Buchanan, 646.424.9750, kbuchanan@noelle-elaine.com | Renae E. Warren, 646.344.2630, rew@noelle-elaine.com | |||||||||
| 10/07/08 LACOSTE & Vogue, along with hosts Aerin Lauder-Zinterhofer, Rose Byrne, Marisa Brown, Gigi Mortimer & Cynthia Lufkin celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month with an in store event to launch the LACOSTE PINK collection, with 10% of proceeds to benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF). Guests are invited to enjoy cocktails and music by DJ Cassidy while browsing the LACOSTE Fifth Avenue boutique (608 Fifth Avenue, 49th Street) with featured PINK collection items on display. Time: 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm By Invitation Only. For more information: Please contact Heather Duncan | bismarck phillips communications & media | 550 Broadway, 3rd Floor New York, NY 10012 | tel: 212 741 0141 | fax: 212 741 0630 | e-mail: heather@bpcm.com | |||||||||
| 10/06/08 Exclusive Signing Event with Rosa Lladró: Lladró invites you to meet Rosa Lladró at a cocktail event. Rosa Lladró is the President of Lladró and daughter of Juan Lladró, one of the three founding brothers. During this special event, she will unveil the new Limited Edition sculpture, Iris and cherry flowers fan. Only 2,000 units of this original creation will be available in the entire world. A beautiful fan created for this unique occasion and inspired by the new porcelain piece will be your gift with any Lladró purchase. Rosa will be available throughout the event to sign all the purchases. Location: Lladró Boutique, 43 west 57th street, New York. Times: 6 to 8 pm. Please RSVP: 212.138.9356 | |||||||||
| 10/06/08 Rational Animal, the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals, and the ASPCA host the 3rd Annual "Gimme Shelter: Rock & Rescue NYC" at the Highline Ballroom: a night of music, rockin', dancing, and with great raffle prizes and celebrity guests and hosts. This concert benefit is an effort to raise awareness for animals in New York City's shelters and the mission to become a no-kill city by 2015. Our all-star line-up includes Debbie Harry, Moby, Jesse Malin, Lissie Trullie, Earl Greyhound, and more! This event sold out in 2005 and 2006, and we are expecting it will this year too, so buy your tickets today! Time: Doors open at 6:00pm, Show starts 7:00pm -10:00 PM Venue: Highline Ballroom, 431 W. 16th Street, New York City General Admission $50, VIP Individual $100, VIP Table: $750. Visit TicketWeb: http://www.ticketweb.com/t3/sale/SaleEventDetail?dispatch=loadSelectionData&eventId=302152 For more information please contact Courtney Kistler | e-mail: ckistler@rational-animal.org| tel: 419.261.0223| web: www.gimmeshelterrockandrescuenyc.org | |||||||||
| 10/04/08 The 11th Annual October Ball--hosted by the Catholic Big Sisters and Big Brothers of New York: This black tie fundraiser attracts the cream of the crop of the New York Professional community, raises money and awareness for mentoring services for the children of New York. Time: 9:30 pm- 1:30 am Venue: The Racquet & Tennis Club, 370 Park Avenue, New York City. Guests will enjoy an evening of mixing, mingling, dancing & fun including a Live DJ, Salsa Band, Open Bar & Desserts, and Silent Auction. ADVANCED TICKET PURCHASE RECOMMENDED. Tickets are $135 in advance. You can purchase tickets at: http://www.OctoberBall.com or 212-475-3291 ext. 200. All Guests Must Be 21 & Over Please. For More Information Please Contact: Alliah Sheta, Director of Philanthropic & Sustainable Events | SALSBERG GROUP | e-mail: Alliah@Salsberggroup.com | tel: 212-289-8506 ext. 312 | www.salsberggroup.com | |||||||||
| 10/03/08 Project by Project’s 10th Annual Tasting Benefit: Each year, our event showcases New York City's premier restaurants and is attended by over 750 food and wine loving guests who look forward to sampling what the city's best has to offer. The organization and benefits from the previous years have been featured on Bravo TV's hit reality show, Top Chef, and MTV-K. Project by Project (www.projectbyproject.org ) is a 501(c)(3) national volunteer organization of social entrepreneurs that serves non-profits in need. Every year, each of our chapters partners with a local community-based organization and tailors an eight-month campaign to help achieve their fundraising, community outreach and public awareness goals. In light of the Presidential elections this year, Project by Project is proud to be partnering with the Voice Your Vote, New York campaign - a collaborative effort to empower voters in the Asian Pacific American (APA) community of New York. Time--VIP Reception: 6:00 – 7:00pm Main Event: 7:00 – 10:00pm Venue: Skylight, 275 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10013 (Between Spring and Dominick Street) | |||||||||
| 10/03/08The New York Junior League invites you to attend its Seventh Annual Homecoming Celebration: An 80's Comeback! A night of dancing, open bar, and delicious hors d'oeurves. 1980's attire is encouraged. Proceeds will benefit the charitable activities of the New York Junior League. Time: 8:00pm to 12:00am. Venue: New York Junior League Headquarters, 130 East 80th Street, New York, NY Tickets: $80 in advance for the general public | $95 after Friday, Sept 26, 2008 | $150 VIP Tickets Tickets may be purchased at www.nyjl.org/homecoming. All major credit cards accepted - no checks, refunds or cancellations accepted. Guests must be 21 or older. | |||||||||
| 10/02/08 Young Friends of Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center hosts "An Evening of Exploration" : An Evening of Exploration is going to be a fantastic affair with hors d'oeuvres, open bar, silent auction and access to the RMA's ongoing collection. There will be a guided tour of the RMA's special exhibition, The Dragon's Gift: The Sacred Arts of Bhutan, for VIP guests. Proceeds will help fund the Elizabeth Seton Pediatric Center's Home Care Program, a new program aimed at providing individualized, rehabilitative care to medically fragile children while enabling them to live at home with their families. Time: VIP Tour 7 PM - 7:30 PM | Main Event 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Venue: RUBIN MUSEUM OF ART (150 West 17th Street, between 6th & 7th Ave) Tickets: $150 per VIP ticket (Limited availability); $100 per General Admission ticket (in advance). Tickets may be purchased by clicking on the following link: http://www.setonpediatric.org/howyoucanhelp/youngfriends/ Attire: Festive. For more information, con |