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Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Celebrates the 19th Annual Benefit Collaborating For A Cure

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Atmosphere at 19th Annual Collaborating for a Cure

Last Thursday, November 10^th, 2016, at Cipriani Wall Street, The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) hosted its 19th Annual Collaborating for a Cure Benefit Dinner & Auction, posthumously honoring footwear industry icon Vince Camuto and featuring a musical performance by the legendary Roger Daltrey of The Who. The event marked the fortieth anniversary of the founding of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) by noted oncologist Samuel Waxman, M.D. and introduced the SWCRF Vince Camuto Memorial Cancer Research Program in honor of Mr. Camuto, founder of Camuto Group, who passed away of prostate cancer in 2015. Louise Camuto, Chief Creative Officer of Camuto Group, accepted the honor in memory of her late husband. The very charitable and fashion forward evening was hosted by Chris Wragge, co-anchor of CBS 2 News This Morning, as master of ceremonies, and raised approximately $2.5 million for SWCRF cancer research programs.

Scenes from the Casita Maria Center for Arts and Education's “Fiesta 2016”

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Atmosphere at Casita Maria 2016

New York City's the Plaza was the venue of choice for this year's Casita Maria Center for Arts and Education's “Fiesta 2016”. The affair which began with cocktails promptly at 7:30 pm was  followed by a an ornate seated dinner where Marcelo Claure (President and CEO of Sprint Corporation), Joanna Fisher (noted arts philanthropist), and Hutton Wilkinson (interior designer)  were presented the the gold Medal of Honor.

Cocktails at Bal du Printemps 2016

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The Great Hall, Metropolitan Club

The 2016 Bal du Printemps,*** a Spring Gala presented by the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation® (PDF®) held  its annual this year at The Metropolitan Club in New York City.  The evening began with a cocktail reception at 6:30 pm in the Great Hall followed by dinner and dancing which began at 7:30 pm . Support levels were as follows: Tables $100,000, $50,000, $25,000 and $12,500; Tickets  $2,500, $1,250 or $350 (under age 40).

TODAY: Peace Line Today at The Standard East Village

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So what are you up to TODAY? Looks like Proyecto Paz LatinoAmerica*** and the Standard have come together to collaborate with Fine Artist David Foote on "Peace Line".   If you're around, DO make your way over to a live painting  installation taking place TODAY at the Cafe at the Standard  East Village.  Foote will be painting one of kind canvases with his signature style--women in black and PPLA's colors.  The unique installation will feature the finished canvases suspended on clotheslines with classic wood pins as guests will be  able to purchase the one of a kind paintings for a special price.

For more information on Peace Line and images of works go to www.davidfootstudio.com

***A percentage of the sales will benefit Proyecto Paz Latinoamerica, a non-profit organization, that supports young women in the most vulnerable communities in Latin America by promoting soccer programs as a tool for peace and development

*photo by Levi Jackman Foster

Scenes from YAGP's Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala

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The famed Youth America Grand Prix, the world’s largest student ballet competition, connecting students, teachers, schools, companies, choreographers, dancers, audiences and presenting organizations, held it's annual gala on, Thursday, April 28th.   This year's gala entitled  Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow took place at Brooklyn Academy of Music's Howard Gilman Opera House.

The 17th Annual FARE Spring Luncheon

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The 17th Annual Spring Luncheon, presented by Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE),** took  place on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.  This year's luncheon was decidedly quieter than previous years with slightly less fanfare but just as big on it's overall message and the support of the  family members and supporters  of food allergy sufferers. The event kicked off with a cocktail hour allowing attendees to become familiar with a half dozen allergy free (nut free) vendors as well as the opportunity to peruse the 2016 Silent Auction items.*** Additionally, raffle tickets were also made available for purchase.

FJK Dance Open Studio Preview of 2016 Season

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Ballet lovers Amy Fine Collins, Cathy Hardwick, Michele Gerber Klein and dancer Ethan Stiefel trudged over to the DANY rehearsal studio to preview FJK Dance’s upcoming 2016 season. Founded by the Iraqi born Fadi J. Khoury, who explained the uniqueness of his company which mixes classical ballet with ballroom dancing and Middle Eastern influences.

The 18th Annual Food Allergy Ball Celebrates at the American Museum of Natural History

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 The 18th Annual Food Allergy Ball, benefiting Food Allergy Research & Education  The ball, which drew 550 supporters, is a signature event for FARE, the nations leading advocacy organization working on behalf of the 15 million Americans wit h food allergies

The evening raised $2.8 million for FAREs food allergy research, education and advocacy programs.

The evening honored Joseph Ianniello], chief operating officer, CBS Corporation, for his commitment to FAREs mission. Mario Carbone Rich Torrisi and Jeff Zalaznick of Major Food Group received the Lifetime Achievement Award, presented to an outstanding restaurateur and culinary team for their commitment to excellence and compassion for diners with food allergies.

 

 

Delta Air Lines the Corporate Dinner Honoree was recognized for significant contributions in improving accommodations for airline passengers with food allergies.  John Dickerson CBS Face the Nation Anchor and political director for CBS News, was the emcee for the evening. Karen Mandelbaum and Lianne Mandelbaum were the Gala Dinner Co -Chairs.  Sharyn T. Mann was the Honorary Dinner Chair.  Guests enjoyed a peanut-, tree nut- , and shellfish-free dinner inspired by Major Food Group, as well as a special performance by a cappella sensation The Filharmonic.

 

The festivities for this black-tie Gala began at 6:30 pm (FARE), gives all  proceeds to FARE, the nation’s leading advocacy organization working on behalf of the 15 million Americans with food allergies.

The evening will honor Joseph Ianniello, chief operating officer, CBS Corporation, for his commitment to FARE’s mission.  Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi and Jeff Zalaznick of Major Food Group received the Lifetime Achievement Award, presented to an outstanding restaurateur and culinary team for their commitment to excellence and compassion for diners with food allergies.  Delta Air Lines is the Corporate Dinner Honoree, being recognized for significant contributions in improving accommodations for airline passengers will food allergies.

Ticket prices were: Tables $50,000, $25,000 and $15,000, and individual tickets are available for $5,000, $2,500 and $1,000.

*photos via Sylvain Gaboury/Patrick McMullan

Scenes from the Gordon Parks Foundation Awards Dinner & Auction

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On Tuesday evening, June 2nd ,The Gordon Parks Foundation held its Annual Awards Dinner and Auction celebrating the achievements of individuals who have inspired others through their creative work. Honorees included Laurent Claquin, Thornton Dial, JR, Usher, Grace Hightower De Niro and Robert De Niro. In addition to the honorees, 2015 attendees included Swizz Beatz, Aimee Mullins, Janelle Monae, Gayle King, Whoopi Goldberg and more.

Scenes from the 2015 East Side House Settlement Gala Preview

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On Thursday, April 2, 2015, East Side House Settlement hosted the 16th Annual Gala Preview of the 2015 New York International Auto Show at the Jacob K. Javits Center.  More than 1,000 guests from the worlds of finance,  fashion, society, and philanthropy enjoyed a private viewing of the entire auto show before it officially opened to the public. The Gala Preview  included cocktails, a  private dinner for benefactors and a specially curated display of several 2016 Porsche models generously provided by Manhattan Motorcars, including a 919 Hybrid, a 918 Spyder, a Cayenne S E-Hybrid, and a Panamera S E-Hybrid.