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Holiday House Hamptons Celebrates the Opening of its Designer Showhouse

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Holiday House Hamptons Celebrates the Opening of its Designer Showhouse

(Bridgehampton, New York – July 12, 2023) Holiday House hosted the opening of their Summer 2023 Designer Showhouse event on Saturday, July 8th in Bridgehampton, helping to raise critical funds for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) and local Southampton charity, The Ellen Hermanson Foundation.

Founder and breast cancer survivor, Iris Dankner, was joined at the gorgeous showhouse by co-chairs Kenneth Alpert, Campion Platt, Andrea Stark and Ashley Stark. Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff served as the honorary chair for the evening. Over 450 guests walked throughout a luxury East End estate, while enjoying bites from Elegant Affairs Caterers. The event was presented by BJC Custom Home Builders, Corcoran and Douglas Elliman, and featured the talents of designers including Amy Storm & Company, Ashley Stark Home, Barbara Ostrom Associates, Bjorn Bjornsson Interior Design, Blake and Emily Interiors, Brianna Scott Interiors, Campion Platt, CLW Interiors, Collette Home, Elizabeth Dow Home, Elsa Soyars Interiors, Fish Row Designs, Gil Melott Studio, Kim Radovich Interiors, KRID Studio, Lola Tucker Interior Design, Melanie Roy Design, Mina Lisanin, New Age Interiors, Riki Wagh Design x Neil Kerman Artist, Siriano Interiors and Tamara Hubinsky Interiors. Each presented chic and cutting-edge designs within their own space spanning from bedrooms  and bathrooms to kitchens and living areas.

“I am blown away by the turnout for our 5th Holiday House Hamptons Opening Night White Party. It warms my heart to see a house full of people who care so deeply about our important cause. The house could not be more beautiful thanks to our team of incredible designers and artists, and I can’t wait for more people to experience it over the next two months. I am so grateful to everybody involved for making my dreams come true. Cheers to an incredible summer and to one day living in a world without breast cancer,” said Iris Dankner.

Among those in attendance included Julie Ratner, Alison Stager, Andrea Correale, Beth Donner, Christian Siriano, Debra Halpert, Elisa Distefano, Evan Mason, Patti Grabel, Melanie Roy, Felicia Persaud, James Peyton, Jay Decker and Anne Marie Decker, Elisa Port, Beth McNeill, Jim Miller, Lori Levine, Lynn Blumenfeld,  Lynn Scotti, Preston Bailey, Frederico Azevedo, Renee and Richard Steinberg, Jeff Muhs, Susan Breitenbach, Tatiana Platt, Philip Bershad, Thomas Cavallo, Victoria Schneps, Melissa Lubliner and Oscar Molina, Amy Rosenblum, among others. 

Event sponsors for evening included Arhaus, Arte, ATS (Allied Technical Solutions), Badilla Painters, Baldwin, Benjamin Moore, Brown Jordan, Calico Wallpaper, California Closets, Collette Home, Eichholtz, Exequor Wellness, FJ Hakimian, Hamptons Fabric and Blinds, Jenn Air, Kravet, Lladro, Nash Stone Group, NY Little Elves, Porsche, Royal Botania, S. Harris, Shakuff, Singulart, Stark, SUK Design Group, Tito’s Vodka, Unlimited Earth Care, Vera Wang Party and Wolffer Estate Vineyard. Media partners included Hamptons Magazine, Hamptons Real Estate Showcase, Park Magazine and Dan’s Papers. 

Founded by interior designer and breast cancer survivor Iris Dankner in 2008, Holiday House is an interior design showhouse in which top interior designers and lifestyle brands can showcase their talent. All proceeds from Holiday House events benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and the Ellen Hermanson Foundation.

Holiday House will be open from now through August 27 on Friday-Sunday from 10:00am – 6:00pm. You can learn more about Holiday House by visiting their website at www.holidayhousehamptons.com.

Upcoming Holiday House Hamptons Special Events:

  • Vicente Wolf Book Signing and Conversation with Preston Bailey

July 22 at 12:00pm-2:00pm

  • Motivational Monday

Monday, July 24

Time: 10:00am -5:00pm

  • DanceBody Class

Friday, July 28 at 10:45am

  • Young Designers Event

Saturday, July 29

Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm

  • Art Night

      August 11 at 5-8pm

Surfboard Auction

Art Panels

Hosted by Joe Badilla of Badilla Painters and Roman Roth of Wolffer Estate

Social Media:     Facebook: @holidayhousedesignshow

                                Instagram: @holidayhousedesigns

                                Twitter: @holidayhouseny

Spotted at United Ukrainian Ballet’s ‘Giselle’: Mario Lopez, Nigel Lythgoe and Cheryl Burke

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Spotted at United Ukrainian Ballet’s ‘Giselle’: Mario Lopez, Nigel Lythgoe and Cheryl Burke

The West Coast premiere of Alexei Ratmansky’s new Giselle performed by the United Ukrainian Ballet (UUB) at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa indeed carries a strong political message. Ratmansky, the choreographer, highlights the significance of hope and resilience within the context of the dancers’ experiences as Ukrainian refugees as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

By emphasizing that “Hope is what the United Ukrainian Ballet is all about,” Ratmansky acknowledges the transformative power of art and the ability of the UUB dancers to find solace, strength, and unity in the face of adversity. Through their artistry, they have turned their pain into something beautiful and meaningful. The performance aims to convey their strength, honesty, pride, and determination to the audience, inviting them to experience the emotional depth and resilience embodied by the dancers.


In this way, the performance becomes a platform for the United Ukrainian Ballet to raise awareness about the plight of Ukrainian refugees and to showcase their artistic expression as a means of overcoming the challenges they have faced. By presenting their story through the universal language of dance, the UUB seeks to foster empathy, understanding, and solidarity among the viewers, transcending political boundaries and resonating with the audience on a human level.

COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 29: United Ukrainian Ballet dancers perform during United Ukrainian Ballet Ratmansky’s Giselle at Segerstrom Center For The Arts on June 29, 2023 in Costa Mesa, California. (Photo by Tiffany Rose/Getty Images for Segerstrom Center for the Arts)

This blend of art and politics in the performance of Giselle serves as a powerful testament to the transformative potential of the arts in bringing attention to important social issues and inspiring change.

The evening was a benefit for BlueCheck Ukraine; the organization created by Liev Schreiber, to vet, verify, and fund Ukrainian-led frontline organizations providing humanitarian aid to victims of the Russian invasion.  The evening was made possible by Elizabeth Segerstrom, Ratmansky’s longtime friend and major supporter of his work at the American Ballet Theater and through the Henry T. and Elizabeth Segerstrom Foundation.  Mrs. Segerstrom attended the evening surrounded by friends and hosted a reception following the opening night. 

Born in Leningrad, Ratmansky’s father is Ukrainian and his mother Russian.  He was raised in Kyiv, where much of his family still lives. So, for him, the conflict is personal.

Elizabeth Segerstrom offers these words, “Despite insurmountable obstacles, these dancers, who have all been displaced because of this tragic conflict, have remarkably come together to create a world-class company which demonstrates the transcendent power of the arts. This evening is dedicated not only to these dancers and their spirit but also to you, whose presence tonight demonstrates your commitment to the cause.”

Elizabeth Segerstrom’s words highlight the extraordinary resilience and determination of a group of dancers who have faced immense challenges due to a tragic conflict. Despite being displaced from their homes, these dancers have managed to unite and form a world-class company, showcasing the transformative power of the arts. The dedication of the evening extends not only to the dancers and their indomitable spirit but also to the audience present, acknowledging their unwavering support and commitment to the cause.

A star-studded audience, including Cheryl Burke, Veronika Dash, Mario Lopez, Nigel Lythgoe, Gleb Savchenko, and Montana Tucker as well as Los Angeles Ballet’s Artistic Director Melissa Barak and Chair Jennifer Bellah Maguire, joined the Artistic Director and Founder of UUB, Igone de Jongh, who said, “Tonight is an historic occasion, made possible by the Henry T. and Elizabeth Segerstrom Foundation through her tremendous generosity and humanitarian spirit. Elizabeth has brought us here to this magnificent theater, to share with you the transformative power of the arts.”

COSTA MESA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 29: Mario Lopez attends United Ukrainian Ballet Ratmansky’s Giselle at Segerstrom Center For The Arts on June 29, 2023 in Costa Mesa, California. (Photo by Tiffany Rose/Getty Images for Segerstrom Center for the Arts)

ABT’s Christine Shevchenko starred the title role on opening night, with a cast that also included Alexis Tutunnique, Elizaveta Gogidze, Oleksii Kniazkov, Iryna Zhalovska, and Denys Nedak with the Pacific Symphony under the baton of Gavriel Heine.  Ratmansky explained, “This Giselle is an interpretation of one of the greatest romantic ballets in the classical repertoire. The end is surprising. Traditionally, the hero is left alone with his pain. Our ending gives hope.”

After the final curtain for Giselle, and rounds of standing ovations, UUB returned to the stage with Ukrainian flags as Pacific Symphony played the Ukrainian National Anthem. When the curtain rose again, Ukrainian soldier Oleksander Budko Teren took the stage performing Airlift, choreographed by Emma Evelein. Both his legs have been amputated after a tragic war incident.  Now fitted for prosthetics in the US (thanks to the Revived Soldiers Ukraine Foundation).  UUB invited him to attend their performance in Washington and he fell in love with the company. UUB dancers surrounded Teren as the emotional crowd at Segerstrom Center for the Arts rose to their feet again when the curtain fell the final time.


Liev Schreiber Co-Hosts The South Fork Natural History Museum’s 34th Annual Summer Gala July 29th

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Liev Schreiber Co-Hosts The South Fork Natural History Museum’s 34th Annual Summer Gala July 29th

Bridgehampton, New York – The South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO), the only state-of-the-art natural history museum on the South Fork of Long Island, will host its 34th Annual Summer Gala Benefit (The Nurturing Power of Nature) to honor acclaimed environmentalists and humanitarians on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at 377 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike from 6:00 pm-10:00 pm. This event will benefit SOFO’s educational and environmental programs and initiatives empowering families to be responsible stewards of our planet and starting the conversation. 

​​This year’s summer gala will be co-hosted by actor, director, screenwriter, narrator and producer Liev Schreiber and SOFO Founder Andy Sabin, as they honor some special friends of SOFO’s.  The evening Host Committee will include Sissi Bohlen, Carole Crist, Anke & Jürgen Friedrich, Kimberly Goff, Julia Haart, Chef Alex Guarnaschelli, Kim & Greg Lippmann, Rolise Rachel, Susan & David Rockefeller, Ada Samuelsson, and Sammi & Scott Seltzer. Conservationist Kris McDivitt Tompkins, who stars in the new documentary Wild Life, will also make a special remote guest appearance.

Honorees for the evening will include Yvon Chouinard, environmental champion who have made the extraordinary move to transfer ownership of Patagonia to two new entities: Patagonia Purpose Trust and the Holdfast Collective with every dollar that is not reinvested into Patagonia being used to protect the planet; Dan & Rae Emmett, nature enthusiasts who led Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Green Building Initiative, and established the number-one environmental law program in the country; and Basil Seggos, Commissioner of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Co-Chair of the State’s Climate Action Council, who oversees programs that promote a clean, healthy, and accessible environment, including protecting and restoring New York’s air, lands and waters; combatting climate change; and enforcing State environmental laws and regulations. Annette Sabin, the Matriarch of the Sabin Family, will receive the Posthumous Animal Advocate Extraordinaire Award for her love of nature and wildlife, which was a constant inspiration to her son Andy Sabin, who co-founded the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO) with other naturalists in 1988.

The VIP cocktail reception will be held from 6 pm-7 pm with a tasting menu by acclaimed chefs from Almond Restaurant & Bar, Peter Ambrose, Bamboo Restaurant and Sushi Bar, Bell & Anchor, The Beacon, Centro, East Hampton Grill, Hen of the Woods, Old Stove Pub, Page at 63 Main, Saaz, 1760 Homestead Farm and Shellworks. Music will be provided by Alfredo Merat.

The honoree presentation, seated dinner, auction, and dancing will take place from 7 pm-10 pm. The event will be catered by Andrea Correale of Elegant Affairs Catering with flowers by Designs by Mark Mason, coffee drinks by Hampton Coffee Company and music by DJ Epic.  Beverages for the evening will be provided by Amagansett Wines & Spirits, Channing Daughters Winery, Lalo Tequila, Michael Cinque, J.A. Baczewski Monopolowa Gin & Vodka, Kidd Squid Brewing Co., Soirée Mocktails, Springs Brewery, Talkhouse Encore and Top Hops Craft Beer. 


VIP Tickets are priced at $1,400 and general admission tickets are priced at $550. VIP tables range from $6,000 for six people, $10,000 – $50,000 for ten guests and more. Personalized sponsorship packages are also available for $2,750 to $50,000. For VIP tickets, tables, and business sponsorship opportunities, call Diana Aceti, Director of Development at 631-903- 7217 or email dianaaceti@gmail.com. General admission tickets can be purchased online at​https://sofo.org/summer-gala or by calling 631-537-9735.

The mission of the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO) is to stimulate interest in, advance knowledge of, and foster appreciation for the natural environment, with special emphasis on the unique natural history of Long Island’s South Fork. SOFO​ ​is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 nature organization chartered by the New York State Department of Education. SOFO is located at 377 Bridgehampton, Sag Harbor Turnpike, PO Box 455, Bridgehampton NY 11932,​ ​http://www.sofo.org ​, and is open seven days a week from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. For more information, call 631-537-9735. SOFOis a not-for-profit 501(c)3 nature organization chartered by the New York State Department of Educat

The Unbelievable Mikail Akar Brings Art Exhibition to New York City

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The Unbelievable Mikail Akar Brings Art Exhibition to New York City

Mikail Akar, a remarkable wonderkind and prodigy in the art realm, is causing a sensation at a mere age of 10. This exceptionally talented individual has already established himself as a genuine painter, with his works reaching global acclaim and gracing the walls of countless international exhibitions. Captivating admirers of contemporary art, Mikail’s vibrant creations draw inspiration from renowned figures such as Jackson Pollock, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Gerhard Richter.

His second New York exhibition “UNBELIEVABLE” was on display at Modus10 – Rolf Benz Flagship Store in SoHo. It contained 23 works on canvas and paper of various sizes and in the price range of $8,000 – $16,000.

_Credit Sean Zanni for PMC / Getty Images
_Credit Sean Zanni for PMC / Getty Images

Mikail’s art was included as part of the ArtExpo New York Fine Art Fair 2023 at Pier 36 and in recent days Mikail held a live painting session held at dawn at the iconic Empire State Building with graffiti artist Luca.

In addition, Mikail currently has an exhibition at the Grand Hotel Schloss Bensberg, Germany running until May 2023 and in another project Mikail recently custom painted the hood of a $450,000 Rolls-Royce motorcar.

About Mikail Akar

Born in 2012 in Cologne, his career began by chance. For his fourth birthday his parents gave him a small canvas and finger paints simply because they wanted to give him an alternative gift to usual toys he already had. Mikail began his prolific artistic journey at this exact moment, and he now paints at his Studio in Cologne, Germany.

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His talents were seen in a first painting and his parents fully encouraged him to continue his work. Watching Online video tutorias together Mikail learned certain painting techniques and soon the little artist began to paint nonstop. His introduction into the art world launched shortly after with adult artists wanting to preview his work more and more.

Mikail has already held several exhibitions in cities across Germany including Cologne, Dusseldorf, Berlin, Hamburg and Munich, where international art collectors soon became aware of the young artist. This led to other shows in Vienna, Zurich, Istanbul, and New York City.

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As a visual artist, Mikail does not want to limit himself to canvases. He recently painted a wreckage part of the Airbus 310, which was exhibited in Cologne/Bonn Airport, and will be exhibited at other international airports in the future.

The young artist also has a philanthropic side and has gained notable attention with his work being auctioned for good causes such as the “Art Helps to Give” campaign. One of his most recent collaborations has been with the mineral water brand, Gerolsteiner with the Mikail Akar Artist Edition, where Mikail’s art was printed on more than 17 million water bottles.   Additionally, the painter has also launched charity events in Turkey to help local people during the earthquake in 2020 with the Civil Protection authority AFAD.  He has also painted numerous times together with German celebrities such as the Höhner, Laith Al-Deen, Manuel Neuer or Peter Maffay and has appeared on German TV show “Klein Gegen Gross” moderated by Kai Pflaume – one of the highest rated entertainment shows in Germany.

Other projects which Mikail is currently working on include painting a series of three classic cars which will be going on a roadshow in the near future. In addition, he is working to create a 165 ft. (50 meter) long canvas painting for a secret project.

Despite his adventures as a creative artist, Mikail has remained a normal child, going to school in Cologne and is fully supported by his parents and two siblings.

For more information, please visit https://mikailakar.de/

HRH Crown Prince Alexander and HRH Crown Princess Katherine of Serbia hosted the Annual Lifeline New York Benefit Dinner

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HRH Crown Prince Alexander and HRH Crown Princess Katherine of Serbia hosted the Annual Lifeline New York Benefit Dinner

Lifeline Humanitarian Organization was founded in 1993 as a response to the humanitarian crisis in the former Yugoslavia. Their mission is to alleviate the suffering of physically and mentally disabled children, orphans, and the elderly, while also improving medical facilities in the country.

During a dinner event, HRH Crown Prince Alexander addressed the guests, highlighting the importance of Lifeline’s work. HRH Crown Princess Katherine expressed gratitude to her husband and all involved with the Lifeline Foundation. She emphasized that her humanitarian efforts for Serbia began three decades ago by providing medical equipment to the University Children’s Hospital in Belgrade.

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Children’s health and well-being have been central to her humanitarian activities and the work of the Lifeline foundation. Crown Princess Katherine acknowledged the challenging situation faced by children’s hospitals in Serbia and emphasized the need for proper equipment to ensure doctors and nurses can provide appropriate care to sick children.

During the event, HRH Crown Prin`cess Katherine emphasized the significance of supporting children in Serbia. Humanitarian items, including clothing, paintings, and portraits, were generously donated and then auctioned off to raise funds for the cause.


In addition to the meaningful speeches and auction, the attendees were treated to a captivating musical performance by singer Gwyneth Giangrande and pianist Nick Guerrero.

Gwyneth Giangrande_Credit Jared Siskin for PMC/Getty Images

Notable attendees included: Patron HRH Crown Princess Katherine of Serbia and HRH Crown Prince Alexander, HE Ms. Olgica Vlacic, Bishop Irinej, fashion editor Rushka Bergman, Catherine Broadbent, Jack Hartnett, TV personality Tijana Ibrahimovic, entrepreneur Cheri Kaufman,  fashion designer Nicole Miller, Peter Pizzino, Kyle Wool President of Wealth Managemen at Revere Securities, Soo Wool, EF Hutton CEO Joseph T. Rallo, Ashley Rallo, Greg Roumeliotis, Gillian Tullman Whealen, Ryan Whealen, David Boral, Lisa Boral, Maryanne Grisz FGI president, Ana Martins, Ted Kim, Sun Song, Ivan Martinovic, Kristina Martinovic, Ella Legresley, Nicole Legresley, Bill Schlight, Nadia Martincic, Jay Yu, Seo Pak, Mara Radulovic, Nanad Grmusa, Kristina Bundra, Greg and Sheila Giangrande, Dr. Benjamin Sadock, Dr Virginia Sadock.

Lifeline Humanitarian Organization’s Board of Directors comprises several esteemed individuals who contribute their expertise and support to the organization. The current members of the board are:

  1. David Hryck – President
  2. Susan Gutfreund – Vice President and SKG Decor
  3. Cheri Kaufman – Vice President
  4. Slobodan Bekvalac
  5. David W. Boral
  6. Dragana Djuknic
  7. Anthony Hayes
  8. Peter Pizzino
  9. Joseph T. Rallo
  10. Kyle Wool
  11. Bojana Jankovic Weatherly M.D.

About Lifeline:

Lifeline New York is a registered 501c(3) not-for-profit organization, operating under the patronage of the HRH Crown Princess Katherine Foundation. It was established in Belgrade in 2001 with the aim of enhancing the health and well-being of individuals in need throughout Serbia, irrespective of their religion or ethnic background.

For further information about Lifeline, please visit www.lifelineny.org.


On View Now: Carlton Fine Arts Presents Hot, Hot, Hot – The Scenes of Summer

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On View Now: Carlton Fine Arts Presents Hot, Hot, Hot – The Scenes of Summer

(New York, NY –June 12, 2023 ) – Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. is showcasing the best summertime moments from some of the most celebrated pop art masters in their latest exhibition Hot, Hot, Hot at their 543 Madison Avenue location in New York City. The exhibition, which will be on view from June 12th through July 31st, will be spread over two floors and highlight over two dozen works that embody the spirit of summer, from teeny bikinis and beach scenes to sunsets.

Highlighted works within the Hot, Hot, Hot exhibition will include Alex Katz’s Chance from 2016; Romero Britto’s Real Love at the Beach from 2015; Takashi Murakami’s Sunflower from 2020 and Roy Lichtenstein’s At The Beach from 1978.

The exhibition will be on display with all works available for purchase at Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. 543 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10022 location. Exhibition hours are Mondays – Thursdays: 10 AM – 6 PM; Fridays: 10 AM – 4 PM; Saturdays: Closed; Sundays: 11 AM – 6 PM and by appointment.  For those interested in checking out the exhibition outside of open hours, appointments can be scheduled by calling 212-593-2800 or email: info@carltonfa.com. Visit hcp://carltonfa.com/ , for more information.

ABOUT CARLTON FINE ARTS

Carlton Fine Arts locations are nestled on Madison Avenue and 5th Avenue in the Upper East Side of New York City showcasing the highest quality Pop Art and Modern Masters from across the world in their five-level flagship gallery. Gaining their start in 1969, Carlton Fine Arts is a family owned and operated business.

Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. is located at 543 Madison Ave and 689 Fifth Ave in New York, NY.

Exhibition hours are Mondays – Thursdays: 10 AM – 6 PM; Fridays: 10 AM – 4 PM; Saturdays: Closed; Sundays: 11 AM – 6 PM and by appointment.

For those interested in checking out the exhibition outside of open hours, appointments can be scheduled by calling 212-593-2800 or email: info@carltonfa.com.

For more information visit hcp://carltonfa.com/ or @carltonfinearts.

The Second Annual Hamptons Walk with and Shawn Dromgoole and Co-founders of Jetti Fitness

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The Second Annual Hamptons Walk with and Shawn Dromgoole and Co-founders of Jetti Fitness

Shawn Dromgoole, the founder of We Walk With Shawn, the not-for-profit that unites and empowers people to connect regardless of race or circumstances.   Shawn has once again teamed up with Sag Harbor’ residents Joyce Shulman and Eric Cohen, the co-founders of 99 Walks and Jetti Fitness  to host the Second Annual Hamptons Walk with Shawn on Sunday, June 4th, 2023.

Together the trio will be inviting people to come together at Long Beach Sag Harbor to bring support and encourage community.  There is no cost to participate in the 45-minute walk; participants just need to meet on the Noyak/south side of the parking lot at 7 AM.

More About Shawn

As a young black man, following the murder of Trayvon Martin, Ahmaud Arbery and other black men, Shawn was afraid to walk the streets of his gentrified community in Nashville, TN. A post he made on social media led to nearly a hundred neighbors showing up to walk with him. He decided to create similar walks as a powerful way to connect people, discuss important topics, and empower black and brown people through interaction and understanding.

Next up was a raft of national media coverage everywhere from People to CNN and the Washington Post and, more recently, on Rachel Ray and elsewhere. The walks continued and as a result, Shawn became convinced (as I am) that one of the most powerful ways to connect people and build community is for neighbors to walk together. He calls it “the walk sound” — what he describes as “the chatter I hear behind me when we are walking. That’s the sound of new relationships growing and communities being built.”

Shawn is on a mission to bring this power to as many communities as possible and he will once again be our guest for the Second Annual Walk with Shawn Hamptons weekend, June 3-4.

About Joyce Shulman

Joyce Shulman is the co-founder and CEO of 99 Walks and Jetti Fitness, two wellness and walking lifestyle brands each on a mission to forge connection and get a million women walking their way to better.

Throughout her personal and professional life, Joyce’s regular walking practice has been her key to managing stress, fueling creativity, and maintaining her health. After discovering that the research bears out all that she knew instinctively, Joyce and her husband, Eric Cohen, founded 99 Walks and Jetti Fitness to help women experience what recent studies have shown: walking can improve decision-making and executive function, combat depression, increase creativity and literally add years to one’s life.

In addition to being the “Pack Leader” at 99 Walks and Jetti Fitness, Joyce is the author of “Walk Your Way to Better, 99 Walks that Will Change Your Life,” a TEDx speaker, podcaster, and consultant for companies and women’s groups, where she shares her expertise about the power of authentic communities and the transformative impact of a consistent, intentional walking practice.

Joyce received her Bachelors in Business Management from the University of Maryland and her JD, Cum Laude, from St. John’s University School of Law. After law school, she spent more than a dozen years as a New York City lawyer before trading her legal career for an entrepreneurial journey focused on what mattered to her most: family, community, and empowering women to get healthy, happy, and chase their dreams.

She calls Sag Harbor, New York home where she lives with one husband, two teenagers, and a very sweet dog named Moose.

Keep up with Joyce via her website, at www.joyceshulman.com.

HAMPTONS FINE ART FAIR ANNOUNCES 2023 GALLERISTS AND VIP EVENTS FOR THE SUMMERS MOST PRESTIGIOUS ART FAIR

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HAMPTONS FINE ART FAIR ANNOUNCES 2023 GALLERISTS AND VIP EVENTS FOR THE SUMMERS MOST PRESTIGIOUS ART FAIR

(Southampton, NY – May 22, 2022) – Hamptons Fine Art Fair, the international fine art fair from the producers of ShowHamptons, has announced their 2023 exhibitor list, featuring 10,000 artworks by 130 national and international galleries.  Back by popular demand, the highly anticipated fourth annual Hamptons Fine Art Fair will be showcased at the spectacular custom built 70,000 sq. ft. pavilion complex on 17-acres at Southampton Fairgrounds from July 13-16, 2023.

Over $150 million in important post-war and contemporary art will be available for immediate acquisition within the Pollock, de Kooning, and Luxury Pavilions, with well over 800 revered artists on display, with a focus on emerging artists, blue-chip masters and investment and elegant decorative as well as many sculptural masterpieces. The Opening Night Benefit and Preview is expected to attract over 3,500 influential guests with overall attendance expected to increase to 12,000 over the course of the weekend.

The VIP Opening Night Vernissage benefiting Guild Hall will celebrate the start of the fair on July 13th.  Sponsored by Rivage Bal Harbour and The Residences at Six Fisher Island and hosted by Luxe Interiors + Design, the much anticipated and glamorous opening night is one of the most fashionable and chic evenings of The Hamptons’ summer season.

On Bastille Day, July 14th, the mid-summer Tea Dance & LGBTQ+ fundraiser will be held at VIP Krasner Café @ HFAF. The colorful and artful celebration will bring together the LGBTQ+ community to benefit the Edie Windsor and Thea Spyer Foundation. The festive and distinctive Francophile theme will feature light bites and champagne cocktails. The event will also feature a blue-chip art silent auction. 

On July 15th, five artists chosen by the fair committee will be inducted into the Hamptons Fine Art Fair 2023 Hall of Fame, presented by Weill Cornell Medicine. Local artists, Fay Lansner (Keyes Gallery, Sag Harbor, NY). Cornelia Foss (MMFine Art, Southampton, NY), Tony Rosenthal (T. Rosenthal Art, Southampton, NY), John Ferren (Findlay Galleries, New York NY) and Hans Van De Bovenkamp (RL Studios. Charlotte, NC) will be saluted, with their art available for acquisition at the event and throughout the fair. 

Executive Director of Hamptons Fine Art Fair, Rick Friedman commented “Our goal is to provide our fellow art-enthusiastic Hamptonites a curated, high-caliber selection of important 20th and 21st century art- ranging from compelling emerging artists to the blue-chip masters. This is perhaps the deepest and widest selection of significant art ever offered in the Hamptons.”

The 2023 edition is generously supported by Gold sponsors, Weill Cornell Medicine, Rivage Bal Harbour, The Residences Six Fisher Island, Luxury Bazaar and Abushi.

For more information about Hamptons Fine Art Fair, please visit www.hamptonsfineartfair.com

Hamptons Fine Art Fair 2023 Exhibitors

Able Fine Art NY Gallery (NY, NY) | ADC Fine Art (Cincinnati, OH) | Agora Gallery (NY, NY|Alicia Hobbs Fine Art (Los Angeles, CA) | Amsterdam Whitney Gallery (NY, NY) | ARDT Gallery (Southampton, NY) |Artifact (NY, NY) |Arting Gallery (Baltimore, MD) |Axiom Contemporary (Phoenix, AZ & Philadelphia, PA) |BG Gallery (Santa Monica, CA) | Bel Air Fine Art (Miami, FL) | Bermano Gallery (Brooklyn, NY) |Bill Hodges Gallery (NY, NY) |Blond Contemporary ( Tunbridge Wells, UK | Bonner David Galleries (Scottsdale, AZ)|CSB Fine Arts (NY, NY) |Chiefs and Spirits (Zuid Holland, Netherlands ) |Childs Gallery (Boston, MA) |Cierra Britton Gallery (NY, NY) |Conde Contemporary (Natchez, MS) |Contessa Gallery (Cleveland, OH/Palm Beach, FL) | Cre8sart Art Gallery (Ft.Lee, NJ) |Creasons Fine Art Galleries ( Naples, FL) |Cynthia Corbett Gallery (London, UK| D. Colabella Fine Art Gallery (Ridgefield, CT) |Dane Fine Art (Philadelphia, PA) |Dominguez de Haro Gallery (Miami, FL) |Elder Gallery of Contemporary Art (Charlotte, NC) |Enrique Cabrera Gallery (Bridgehampton, NY/Miami, FL) |Eve B Art (New York, NY), Evey Fine Art (Palm Beach, FL) | Findlay Galleries (New York, NY) | Fine Art Consultancy London (London, UK) |Fotovat Atelier (Isfahan, Iran) |Fremin Gallery (New York, NY) |Galerie Makowski (Berlin, Germany, New York, NY) | Gino Miles (Sante Fe, NM) | Gladwell & Patterson (London, UK) |Green River Fossil (Logan, UT)| i.le gallery ( Stiges, Spain ) | J. Ruel Martin Gallery of Wood Sculptures (Acworth, GA |Jodey Kerr Art (Lake Orion,MI) |Johnathan Schultz Presented by Lurie Gallery| Jumper Maybach Fine Art (Houston, TX) |KHS Gallery (Melville, NY) |Kang Contemporary (Berlin, Germany) |Katrina Moldova Gallery (Boca Raton, FL) | Keyes Art (Sag Harbor, NY | Khawam Gallery (W. Palm Beach, FL) | Kristin Simmons Art (New York, NY) |Kush Fine Art Gallery (Miami, FL) | La Galerie Perkins ( Quebec, Canada) | Lawrence Fine Art (E. Hampton, NY) | Leila Pinto (Southampton, NY) | Lily Pad Galleries (Milwaukee,WI & Watch Hill, RI) | Linjie Deng Art (New York, NY) | Liz Clement Contemporary (Danvers, MA & NY) | Loves Gallery (Southampton, NY) | Lurie Gallery (Los Angeles, CA/Park City, UT/Hollywood, FL) | Lynn Savarese Photography (New York, NY) | Lysenko Gallery (London, UK) | MM Fine Art (Southampton, NY) | M.S. Rau (New Orleans, LA) | Maison Masor Art (Montclair, NJ) | Markowicz Fine Art (Miami, FL,  Dallas, TX) | Mark Gallery (New York, NY, East Hampton, NY) | Matthew Swift Gallery (Gloucester, MA) | Maune Contemporary (Santa Barbara, CA/Atlanta, GA) |  Mazlish Gallery (Brooklyn, NY) | Michelman Modern (New York, NY) | Morton Contemporary Gallery (Philadelphia, PA) | Naif International Gallery (Miami, FL) | Neil Anthony Edwards Collection (Brookhaven, NY | Next Step Studio & Gallery (Ferndale, MI) | Nicolas Auvray Gallery (New York, NY) | Nuu Muse Contemporary Art (Dallas, TX) | Peace Waters San Diego (San Diego, CA) | Peter Triantos Art Gallery (Toronto, Canada) | Petrides Art (New York & Athens, Greece) | Philippe Labaune Gallery (New York, NY) | Phillip Michaels Art (New York, NY) |Principle Gallery (Alexandria, VA/Charleston, SC) | RL Studios (Cornelius, NC) | Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery (New York, NY & London, UK) | Rehs Contemporary (New York, NY) | Robertaebasta (London, UK, Milan, Italy) | Russ Connell Metalworks (Denton, TX | SM Fine Art Gallery (New York, NY/Seoul, South Korea) | Saville Studios (Atlanta, GA) | Schinkel Fine Art (Detroit, MI) | Seven Arts Gallery (Norwalk, CT) | Shapero Modern (London, UK) | Sorokin Gallery (Greenwich, CT) | Strayfield Gallery (Miami, FL/Copenhagen, Denmark) | Studio 84 West (Ojai, CA) | Studio Back2Back (Long Island City, NY) | StudiOrchid Gallery (Holmdel, NJ) | Superposition Gallery (New York, NY) | Susan J Roche Photography (Pt. Pleasant, NJ) | Susan Verekar Fine Art (Knoxville, TN) | t.kh Gallery (New York, NY) | T. Rosenthal Art (Sag Harbor, NY) | Tableaux Gallery ( North Stamford, CT)|The Illustrated Gallery (Fort Washington, PA) | The Lawley Art Group (Combine, TX) | The Mannix Project (East Hampton, NY) |  The Selects Gallery (New York, NY) | The White Room Gallery (Bridgehampton, NY) | The Wild Horses of Sable Island (Stamford, CT) | Upsilon Gallery (New York, NY) | VK Gallery (Netherlands) | Valerie Goodman Gallery (New York, NY) | Vertu Fine Art (Boca Raton, FL) | VESANIART (Bern, Switzerland) | Victory Art+Spirit (Southington, CT) | Walter Wickiser Gallery (New York, NY) | William Havu Gallery (Denver, CO) | Zenith Gallery (Washington, DC)

HOURS:

Thursday, July 13th, 2023 – VIP Card: 6-9:30 PM – Opening Night Vernissage Benefiting Guild Hall

Friday, July 14th: 12PM -9PM

Saturday, July 15th: 12PM-6PM

Sunday, July 16th: 12PM-6PM

TICKETS:

VIP Pass – $200

Daily General Admission – $45

TO PURCHASE TICKETS: https://hamptonsfineartfair.com

Hamptons Fine Art Fair will be held at the Southampton Fairgrounds, 605 County Rd 39, Southampton, NY 11968

Taylor Swift Exhibit at MAD Until September 4, 2023

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Taylor Swift Exhibit at MAD Until September 4, 2023

Taylor Swift’s career-spanning costume exhibition at the Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) in New York is a must-see display for her fans and admirers. The preview of the exhibition on May 18, which was attended by MAD Director Tim Rodgers and Board Chair Michele Cohen, along with their guests, provided an exclusive opportunity to experience the exhibition before it opened to the public on May 20.

Tim Rodgers _ Credit BFA

Among the notable attendees were Susan and Larry Ach, Loreen Arbus, Christiana Baroni, Marian Burke, Patti and Michael Dweck, Alexander Hankin, Marsy Mittlemann, and Netta Rosin. The presence of MAD curators Elissa Auther, Barbara Paris Gifford, and Angelik Vizcarrondo-Laboy added further expertise and insight to the event.

Marty Cohen, and Elissa Auther _ Credit BFA
Loreen Arbus and Christiana Baroni _ Credit BFA

With television cameras capturing the scene, the gallery buzzed with excitement, and was filled with Taylor Swift’s iconic costumes and sounds of her music. It’s a wonderful opportunity for fans and visitors to delve into the creative evolution of Taylor Swift’s career through the lens of her unique and memorable stage outfits.

“Taylor Swift: Storyteller” is a comprehensive exhibition that celebrates the artistic transformations of Taylor Swift, a 12-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist renowned for her prolific songwriting. The exhibition showcases stage costumes representing various eras of her career, ranging from the cheerleader and ballerina ensembles featured in the award-winning music video for “Shake It Off” (2014) to the dazzling ensemble from “Bejeweled” (2022).

The exhibition includes concert attire designed by esteemed couture fashion houses such as Cavalli, Gucci, Louboutin, Versace, YSL, and more. In addition to the costumes, visitors can explore props, jewelry, ephemera, and projections of Taylor Swift’s iconic music videos, providing a multi-dimensional experience of her creative course.

Exhibition Sign _ Credit BFA

“Taylor Swift: Storyteller” will be open to the public until September 4, 2023, at the Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) in New York. Timed tickets for the exhibition can be purchased for $25, granting access to all the museum’s exhibitions. If you’re interested in learning more or obtaining tickets, you can visit the exhibition’s official website at https://madmuseum.org/exhibition/taylor-swift-storyteller.

Credit BFA

Hope for Depression Research Foundation Draws Over 275 Teens To Inaugural Teen Race of Hope

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Hope for Depression Research Foundation Draws Over 275 Teens To Inaugural Teen Race of Hope

(Manhattan, NY – May 24, 2023) – The Hope for Depression Research Foundation’s (HDRF) inaugural Teen Race of Hope united more than 275 teenagers and their family members, friends, and teachers on Sunday, May 21st at Pier 40, Hudson River Park.   The goal of the event was to raise awareness about the crisis in youth mental health in the U.S. and fight the stigma that still surrounds mental health.  

The Co-Grand Marshals for the Race were Grier Henchy, the 16-year-old daughter of Brooke Shields, and Hayden Lucas, who was one of the creators of the event.  Grier is following in her mother’s advocacy footsteps, as Brooke Shields herself was honored by HDRF with the Hope Award for Depression Advocacy in 2009.

Soul Cycle’s Stacey Griffith, mental health advocate and social media influencer, spun her signature playlist as DJ for the race.  The music reinforced the energy of the crowd as they waited for the Race to begin against the backdrop of New York Harbor, downtown Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. 

Grier Henchy said: “Today is all about the message of hope and how we can make it safe to talk about mental health.  It’s really important for every teen to know it is okay to not be okay – and to reach out for help.”

Hayden Lucas, who also served as the Chief Student Ambassador for the Race, is a junior at Dwight High School.  He came to HDRF with the idea of a Teen Race after he had run in a recent Race of Hope in Southampton, NY. 

Lucas said: “HDRF has supported the idea of the Teen Race from the beginning. Thanks to them we are able to run here today to spread awareness and work towards ending the stigma about mental health.”

The state of teen mental health across the nation is urgent.  Last year the surgeon general declared a national emergency in teen mental health.  More than one in three high school students reports feeling persistent hopelessness, a 40% increase since 2009.  Suicide has become the second leading cause of death for teens ages 15 to 19.  

“These staggering statistics underscore the vital importance of uniting New York’s school communities to better understand the signs of depression and how to talk to teens about it,” said HDRF Executive Director Louisa Benton in opening remarks before the Race.  

HDRF Founding Chair Audrey Gruss also took the podium before the Race to acknowledge the teens for their energy and activism on the anti-stigma front.

Gruss said: “The Teen Race of Hope is primed to even be bigger than our Race of Hope and this is because young people know how to make change. All of you, the young people in our community, are going to be the ones who can make a real difference. That is why this race is so important and that is why it’s going to be the most talked about event in New York.”

The Teen Race of Hope is a 5K (3.1 mile) U.S. Track and Field-certified race.  At the starting gun, participants set off to complete the 3.1-mile course starting at Pier 40 Hudson River Park and continuing along the esplanade with beautiful views of the Hudson River.  Everyone sported HDRF’s signature sunshine yellow color with matching caps and t-shirts.

Hayden Lucas, Mia Abramson, and Gui Sequeria

The event, which raised $35,000, marked HDRF’s first Race of Hope in New York City and the first one to be youth focused. HDRF also has held an annual Race of Hope in Palm Beach, FL and Southampton, NY.

At the close of the Race, Audrey Gruss presented awards to the top finishers and to the top fundraisers.  First prize for Best Male Time went to James Knox, and first prize for the Best Female Time went to his mother, Sarah Knox.  The award for Top Fundraising Team went to the Dwight School team.  The award for Best Costume went to the Sunshine Girls, who wore matching yellow outfits with flower sunglasses.

James Knox

Second place for Best Male Time went to Cesar Hernandez and second place for the Best Female Time went to Luisa Cavalli, third place for Best Male Time went to Isaac Jeffrey, and third place for the Best Female Time went to Dawn Brewer.

All Race participants received a signature yellow shirt, cap and finisher medal. The first, second, and third place winners received medals based on the winnings. The costume contest that was held during the race encouraged all participants and supporters to show up in their best yellow ensemble, with the winner Sunshine Girls taking home a $100 bank card. 

Costume Contest

The Teen Race of Hope was supported by local student teen ambassadors including Hayden Lucas, Chief Student Ambassador, Mia Abramson, Marni Arons, Alva Carlston, Hannah Diker, Sophie Higgins, Abigail Kidd, Tanner Klipstein, Ruby McKillips, Jeremy Negrin, Summer Nelson, Sophia Rossi, Noelle Saldana, Gui Sequiera , Ai Vy Shulman, Andrew Wetenhall, Amelia Wetenhall.

HDRF has been a leader in research since 2006, convening top brain researchers from different universities to pool data and expertise to find new and better treatments for anxiety and depression.  HDRF also works to raise awareness of depression as a medical illness and to educate the public about the facts of depression and remove the stigma that still surrounds it.

ABOUT HOPE FOR DEPRESSION RESEARCH FOUNDATION (HDRF)

HDRF was founded in 2006 by philanthropist Audrey Gruss in memory of her mother Hope, who struggled with clinical depression. Today, HDRF is the leading nonprofit organization focused solely on advanced depression research into new and better treatments for the illness. The World Health Organization has declared depression as the leading cause of disability worldwide, and yet conventional medications today are outdated and do not fully work for 50% of patients. The mission of the HDRF is to spur innovative neuroscience research into the origins, medical diagnosis, new treatments, and prevention of depression and its related mood disorders – bipolar disorder, postpartum depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorder, and suicide. To date, HDRF has provided more than $50 million through over 200 grants for breakthrough depression research that promises to transform the way depression is viewed, diagnosed, treated and prevented. Currently, HDRF has a potential new class of medication in pilot clinical trials at Mount Sinai Medical Center, Columbia University, and Stanford University. HDRF is also funding clinical trials into other novel therapeutics and diagnostic tests at Johns Hopkins, University of San Diego, and the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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