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Christopher Burch Hosts Lang Lang Young Scholars Concert

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Christopher Burch Hosts Lang Lang Young Scholars Concert

Christopher Burch opened his new Watermill residence for a Young Scholars Concert by the Lang Lang International Music Foundation on Saturday, August 27th. A longtime board member, Buch will soon again become the Foundation’s chairman.   

The two Young Scholars, Eden Chen and Maxim Lando, performed at sundown solos and four in hand reeditions of a varied program including Tchaikovsky Pas de Deux from The Nutcracker and Led Zeppelin’s Stairway to Heaven, Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue, Sousa’s The Stars and Stripes Forever.  

Lukas Barwinski-Brown, CEO of the Lang Lang International Music Foundation, thanked Chris and spoke movingly of their work together, and how no child should be denied a musical education.  Lang Lang’s Foundation now works on three continents, both partnering with schools in low income districts as well as mentoring for the most talented musicians.  He also announced plans for the upcoming fundraiser, Lang Lang & Friends Gala Concert and Dinner, September 21 in New York City with performances by Lang Lang, his wife Gina Alice, Mauro Castillo (star of Disney’s Encanto), plus 20 of the Lang Lang Scholars. 

Guests at the Burch residence included the Board Members David Hryck, and Kyle Wool, as well as Debbie Bancroft, Janna Bullock with her dog, Cricket and Richard Burns, Candace Bushnell, Lord William and Liliana Cavendish, Luane de Lesseps, Max Dolgicer, Patricia Duff, Lee Fryd, Lucia Hwong Gordon, Carole Guest, Andrea Karambelas, Ellie Manko, Liane Pei, Mary Snow, Sophia Tang, Peter Thomas Roth, and many more.

ABOUT LANG LANG INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FOUNDATION

Founded in 2008, The Lang Lang International Music Foundation® strives to make music a part of every child’s life, offering music education to children across the world. The Foundation reaches children at all levels regardless of their background or talent level. The Keys of Inspiration® program redefines what music education looks like in public schools by providing up to 30 Roland keyboards and a complete music curriculum to underfunded schools. The Foundation’s Young Scholars program nurtures the development of gifted young piano talent. Young Scholars are offered masterclasses, mentorship, and entry into international festivals and competitions. Young Scholars also received practical training on becoming world-class concert pianists.

For more information about the Lang Lang International Music Foundation

Visit langlangfoundation.org, or call 212.518.7175. 

Follow Lang Land on Facebook and Instagram @LangLangPiano. 


Cavalier Gallery Presents “New York, I Still Love You” by Guy Stanley Philoche 09/15

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Cavalier Gallery Presents “New York, I Still Love You” by Guy Stanley Philoche 09/15

(New York, NY – September 2, 2022) – Cavalier Gallery will present never-before-seen works from Guy Stanley Philoche’s beloved series, “New York, I Still Love You.” The collection, which received massive acclaim during Miami Art Week, will be on view at the New York gallery from September 15th – 27th.

The “New York, I Still Love You” series is Philoche’s love letter to the Big Apple, a city he has called home for over two decades.  A true celebration of NYC’s grit and undeniable charm, the collection was conceptualized during the pandemic and reflects the adversity that the artist has faced in the city that never sleeps, serving as a reminder that New York will never die.

“I wanted this series to remind people that New York City is one of the toughest in the world, and while we were down and out during the pandemic, we are coming back stronger than ever,” said Philoche. “The ever-changing landscape of the city over the last few years provided the perfect opportunity to spotlight what makes this city so special and one-of-a-kind.”

The collection of artworks showcases iconic New York City images from the soft pretzel and the Statue of Liberty to a Yankees baseball hat and a subway stop, framed in the style of a Polaroid picture. Throughout the last few years, Philoche would explore the streets with polaroid camera in hand, finding inspiration in the city’s small unique intricacies. A globally recognized artist, Philoche’s collection is a beautiful blend of pop, graffiti, realism, and abstraction.

A dedicated philanthropist, Philoche has made an unwavering commitment to help his fellow artists since the devastating toll the pandemic took on the art community. Throughout the last two years he has purchased over 150 works of art from up-and-coming global artists, creating The Philoche Collection. Philoche’s talents have been recognized by CNN, People Magazine, Reuters, Time Out New York, NBC New York, Palm Beach Daily News, the Kelly Clarkson Show, the Tamron Hall Show, and more.

The exhibition will be on display with all works available for purchase at Cavalier Gallery at 3 W. 57th Street, 4th Floor New York, NY 10019. Exhibition hours are Tuesday – Friday, 10 AM -6 PM and by appointment. For those interested in checking out the exhibition outside of open hours, appointments can be scheduled by calling 212-570-4696 or email: art@cavaliergalleries.com.

Further information can be found at www.cavaleriegalleries.com and www.philochestudios.com. Instagram: @guystanleyphiloche and @cavaliergallery.

About Guy Stanley Philoche

Haitian-born modern artist Guy Stanley Philoche immigrated to Connecticut when he was three. As the middle child of three boys and coming from a family of sports enthusiasts whose passion he didn’t share, Philoche turned to art as his calling. While remaining close to his Haitian Roots, Philoche was the only son to buck his culture’s tradition of the entire family living together and struck out on his own – first attending Paier College of Art and then Yale. He now lives in New York City. For the past 15 years, Guy Stanley Philoche has been attracting international attention with his work and his impressive roster of solo shows. As an artist, Guy’s palette is strong and sophisticated. His layering technique has created a body of paintings so richly textured that one can hardly hold back from reaching out and touching the canvas. In fact, it is the artist’s intent and wish that the viewer will follow their desire to reach out and feel the different textures of his canvases. His work is for the viewer’s pleasure, to be fully enjoyed from a tactile standpoint, and he has varnished the canvases for exactly that reason.

BENEFIT AND CULINARY ARTS FESTIVAL RETURNED TO SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER FIRST EVER AFTER DARK PARTY

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BENEFIT AND CULINARY ARTS FESTIVAL RETURNED TO SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER FIRST EVER AFTER DARK PARTY

(Southampton, New York – September 2022) Southampton Arts Center [SAC – southamptonartscenter.org] hosted their largest benefit and culinary arts festival, SummerFest, on September 1st! Honorees Helena and Rob Vahradian accepted the 2022 Champion of the Arts Award for their commitment to the arts of Southampton. Broadway star Jessica Vosk (Elphaba in Wicked) performed a medley of songs entertaining over 370 guests, with dinner and dancing into the morning hours. SummerFest is SAC’s most critical fundraising initiative generating 1/3 of SAC’s annual contributed income – allowing the continuation of our year-round world class programming while serving as a critical economic driver of our beloved community. As a result of last night, today they proudly announce the event raised over $650,000! Committee members were dressed in Bulgari jewelry while guests perused Bulgari vitrines in their bespoke lounge and enjoyed sweet treats from their dessert cart. LaLique partnered with Oscar Mora to produce and design the floral decor for the tables and, additionally, their historic LaLique designed vases were centerpieces. As guests arrived for cocktails, they were greeted by the stunning LaLique floral cart for the perfect photo op. Guests strolled through the galleries experiencing SAC’s current exhibition, FIGURES TRANSFORMED, curated by Christina Mossaides Strassfield after enjoying signature dishes for an authentic taste of the Hamptons from its most celebrated East End restaurants! Serving as the backdrop for SummerFest, guests freely explored the historic grounds and galleries of 25 Jobs Lane, with artwork by Deborah Buck, Hal Buckner, and Strong-Cuevas. 

“We’ve now completed our 9th season at The Southampton Arts Center. Next year that’s double digits time!” shared founding co-chair, Simone Levinson in her opening speech. “SummerFest originated as a way to have a great party to represent who we are and what we do.  It is an opportunity to come together to celebrate our mission of building community through the arts. Each year, we’ve grown exponentially, and tonight we’re hosting 370 people here for dinner.” she stated, proudly. “We have an after dark party where we’re going to have over 200 young patrons spearheaded by Andrew Warren and his host committee.”

Following SummerFest was SAC’s first annual SummerFest After Dark party. Hosted by Alexander Hankin, Danielle Naftali, Makenzie Moon Phelan, and Andrew Warren, with event co-chairs Emira D’Spain, Julia Moshy, Noor Pahlavi, Julian Polak, Ryan Thomas Roth, and Harrison Vail. Whipshots’ played a pivotal role as it hyped up the party with signature milkshakes passed just in time for Grammy Nominated singer Kelis’ performance of her iconic hit Milshake. The boozy, alcohol infused whipped cream topped the milkshakes, instantly taking everything to the next level. Guests enjoyed their bottomless drinks, bites, and danced past 2 am to music by DJ’s Zeke Thomas and Timo Weiland.

Honorees Helena and Rob Vahradian were joined by event chairs Sylvia Hemingway, Simone and David Levinson, Nicole and Allen Salmasi, and Aline and Tom Shapiro, as well as distinguished supporters, including Stacey Bronfman, Henry Buhl, Candace Bushnell, Lisa Dennison, Jamee and Peter Gregory, Dorothy Lichtenstein, Margie Loeb, Daniel Nir, Susan Rockefeller, The Honorable Wilbur and Hilary Ross, Kara Ross, Chuck Scarborough, Jean and Martin Shafiroff, Sarah and Andrew Wetenhall, and more. And, After Dark guests included Mercedes de Guardiola, Gabi Demartino, Noriella (Nora Gjieli), Morgan Halberg, Logan Horne, Natalie Jackson, Brooke Korine, Brooks Marks, Micah McLaurin, Brooks Nader, Stephanie Nass, Preston NicholasJeff O’Donnell, Newman Parker, Erica Pelosini, Taylor Phillips, Giancarlo Purch, Kameron Ramirez, Melany Rodriguez, Nathan Romano, Sydney Sadick, Rosa Sanchez, Ally Shapiro, Duckie Thot, Blake and Elliot Tomaeno, and Michaela V.

A very special thanks to SummerFest sponsors 21 Seeds Tequila, Baked by Melissa, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Bulgari, D&G Gelato, Geo Events, GTIS Partners, ICHIBan Japanese Catering, KPMG, LaLique, New York Lounge Decor, Pearl Street Caviar, Peter Thomas Roth, PS Balloons, Puff Delights, Shearman & Sterling, Sundae Donuts, Tickets 2 Events, WhipShots, and Whispering Angel. Additional thanks to Fiduciary Trust International, and Purist. Dinner was served by Acquolina.

Select Southampton Arts Center programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature. FIGURES TRANSFORMED is presented by Sylvia Hemingway and Lana Jokel, with media partners Purist and WLIW-FM. FILM @ SAC is sponsored by Brown Harris Stevens. Wellness @ SAC media partner is The Purist. ECO Programs at SAC are made possible by Dorothy & Michael Reilly. Financial Literacy Partner: J.P. Morgan Private Bank. General operating support is provided by Bank of America. The SAC Summer Stage 2022 is sponsored by Primary Care and Reproductive Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian.

ABOUT SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER 

Southampton Arts Center is committed to community building through the arts. We present and produce inspiring, inclusive, socially and regionally relevant programs across all disciplines – welcoming, connecting, and collaborating with the diverse members of New York’s East End community and beyond. SAC is a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization. 

For more information about Southampton Arts Center, located at 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, New York 11968, visit southamptonartscenter.org or call 631.283.0967. Follow SAC on Facebook and Instagram @southamptonartscenter. For press inquiries, contact Rachel Bosworth via email at rachel@rachelbosworth.com or by phone at 631.220.1220. 


The Blonde Bombshell Exhibition – Carlton Fine Arts Presents Marilyn Monroe Inspired Works

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The Blonde Bombshell Exhibition – Carlton Fine Arts Presents Marilyn Monroe Inspired Works

(New York, NY –August 23, 2022) In honor of the upcoming release of Blonde, the story of Marilyn Monroe, Charles Saffati’s Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. will present The Blonde Bombshell exhibition, featuring a selection of Marilyn Monroe works from the pop art masters of the world. The Blonde Bombshell show will be on view from August 31st through September 30th at the Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. location at 543 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022.

The exhibition will be spread over two floors and will highlight over three dozen Marilyn Monroe inspired works with selections from artists such as Andy Warhol, Patrick Rubenstein, Mr. Brainwash, DeVon and more.

One the key pieces in the exhibition will be a work by Mr. Brainwash, who is set to have a solo show later this Fall at Carlton Fine Arts, spotlighting a brand-new collection of works. Entitled Marilyn from 2017, Mr. Brainwash created this work of art using over 45 old records.

Marilyn by Mr. Brainwash, 2021 _ Credit Carlton Fine Arts

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 http://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 three-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 e-mailing: info@carltonfa.com. For more information visit carltonfa.com or @carltonfinearts

Healthy Guru Hamtpons, Bringing Together Fitness and Beauty Invites You!

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Healthy Guru Hamtpons, Bringing Together Fitness and Beauty Invites You!

The Hampton’s premiere free to the public wellness event, Healthy Guru, presented by Social Life Magazine will take place at Southampton Arts Center, 25 Jobs Lane, on Saturday, August 27 from 11 am to 3 pm.

Healthy Guru Hamptons brings together fitness, wellness, fashion, beauty, and nutrition by combining the greatest wellness and beauty brands. Guests will be able to work up a sweat in classes from professionals such as Trevor Franklin, Anna Kaiser, Breahna Arnold, Marissa Ivana, 937 Fitness, and Lana Butner, N.D.Rejuvenate . Guest will also be able to relax, with free beauty treatments from ADVATx Laser Treatment by Hazel, The Beauty RN, and AIREM Beauty Rituals Facials. Free gift bags are first come, first serve provided by Lulu Lemon, Bionova Skincare, and Juice Press!

Classes will be available throughout the day from well-known organizations and fitness professionals such as Trevor Franklin, Anna Kaiser, Breahna Arnold, Marissa Ivana, 937 Fitness, and Lana Butner, N.D.

Tickets for Healthy Guru are completely free. For more information please visit; http://healthyguru.com/

Candace Bushnell Leads More than 400 Runners at Seventh Annual 5K Race of Hope to Defeat Depression in Southampton, NY

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Candace Bushnell Leads More than 400 Runners at Seventh Annual 5K Race of Hope to Defeat Depression in Southampton, NY

(August 10, 2022 – Southampton, NY) – The Hope for Depression Research Foundation’s (HDRF) Seventh Annual 5K Race of Hope brought together more than 400 men, women, and children on Sunday, August 7th in Southampton Village in support of mental health awareness and research.  Iconic author and creator of the Sex and the City series, Candace Bushnell, cheered the crowd on as Celebrity Grand Marshal during the festive event, which raised over $325,000 for research into new and improved treatments for depression and anxiety.

HDRF founder Audrey Gruss and Board member Arthur Dunnam, both Hamptons residents, served with Bushnell as Co-Grand Marshals of the 5K walk/run, which is a USA Track and Field-sanctioned event. 

“This organization is so important to me because I too, have suffered from depression and I can tell you that it robs people of a portion of their lives,” said Bushnell. “I’ve also had friends who have had mental illnesses and the outcome hasn’t always been good for them. This is a very personal cause for me and I’m so excited about the work that Audrey Gruss is doing to find new treatments.”

Audrey Gruss said, “A million people struggle with depression and anxiety since the pandemic. That’s a third of Americans including men, women and children. You are out here today to help raise awareness and help support one of the most prevalent health issues of our time.”

“For sixteen years we’ve raised awareness and done the research, and we’re on the way to finding a new antidepressant,” added Gruss. “Did you know that 50% of the people who need medication, don’t respond to what’s out there?  Most of the available medications are over 35 years old, with Prozac being introduced in 1985. Now we’re working on a major new category of medication with clinical trials at Mount Sinai and Columbia, and your support today will help fund this critical research.”

At the starting gun, participants set off to complete the 3.1-mile course around Lake Agawam and the tree-lined streets of Southampton, NY.  Hope was in abundant supply as everybody sported t-shirts and caps in HDRF’s signature sunshine yellow.

At the close of the race, Audrey Gruss handed out awards in several categories including First Prize for best male time went to William Hague, and First Prize for the best female time went to Kira Garry.   The award for Top Fundraising Team went to Kim Heirston, which raised over $21,000.  The award for Top Individual Fundraiser went to Arthur Dunnam, who raised $45,400 from friends and family for his race.  The award for the largest team went to Natasha Jefferies and her team, Dakari’s Heartbeat, with 14 members.  

All race participants received an HDRF branded ultra-lightweight jacket, hat, race shirt, and finisher medal.  The first, second, and third place winners received cash prizes of up to $500. Successful fundraisers also received special prizes for raising upwards of $250 and $1,000. 

Race participants included: Janna Bullock, Sharon Bush and Bob Murray, Jamee and Peter Gregory, Kim Heirston, Tania Higgins, Richard LeFrak, Anne Nordeman, John Paulson, James and Teresa Remez and their daughters Sofia and Lila, Mirella Cameran-Reilly, Southampton Village Mayor Jesse Warren and Lis Waterman.

5K Race of Hope Committee

Diamond Level:  Tom Quick and Michael Donnell

Platinum Level: Dominique Buaron, Jamee & Peter Gregory, Judy & Leonard Lauder, Nicola & Jeffrey Marcus, Paulson Family Foundation and Nancy Silverman.

Gold Level: Felice & Shelley Bergman, David C. Bohnett, James R. Borynack & Adolfo Zaralegui/Findlay Galleries, Geoffrey Bradfield, Ide & David Dangoor, Arthur Dunnam & Roy Cohen, Annie & Michael Falk, Bambi & Roger, Felberbaum, The Honorable David Fischer & Jennifer Fischer, Frances & Jeff Fisher, Mary Ann Fribourg, Kim Heirston, Tania Higgins, Kontes Family, Susan Lloyd, Sharon & John Loeb, Jr., Robert F. Mancuso, Mary P. Moran, Laura Nicklas, Anne & Jacques Nordeman, Jane & Richard Novick, Kathy Prounis, Barbara & Randall Smith, Scott Snyder, Mary Ann Tighe & David Hidalgo and Lynne Wheat.

Silver Level: Bruce Bierman & William Secord, Serena & Brad Bowman, Jill Blanchard, Rita & Charles Bronfman, Bulgin & Associates, Janna Bullock, Sharon Bush & Bob Murray, Pilar &, Stephen Robert, Lisa & Sanford Ehrenkranz, Marjorie & Alexander Federbush, Kelli & Jerry Ford, Barbara & Alan Glatt, Mrs. Darcy Gould, Susan Gutfreund, Candy Hamm, Mai Hallingby Harrison, Yaz & Valentin Hernández, Gail Hilson, Ashley & Harriet Hoffman, Elizabeth & Edgar Howard, Natasha Jeffries, Carol Mack, Muffy & Donald Miller, Lucia N. Musso, Pamela Pantzer, Bonnie Pfeiffer Evans, Robin Pickett, Hilary Geary Ross, Nancy Schaffel, Carolyn & Curtis Schenker, Frances G. Scaife, Ginny & David Sydorick, Lydia Touzet, Nicholas Varney, Susan H. Warner, Lis Waterman, Clelia & Tom Zacharias and Silvia Zoullas.

5K Race of Hope Sponsors

Akris, Findlay Galleries, Gubbins Running, Jacob Antilety Landscaping, Juice Press, Livingston Builders, Scott’s Protein Balls, Southampton Arts Center, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Tammy Fender skincare. 

About Hope for Depression Research Foundation:

Audrey Gruss founded HDRF in 2006 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 $45 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 and Columbia University. 

Star-Studded Hamptons Soireé to Raise Funds for Community and Conservation in Africa

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Star-Studded Hamptons Soireé to Raise Funds for Community and Conservation in Africa

BRIDGEHAMPTON, N.Y., Aug. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — On Friday, August 19, 2022 Amy and Gary Green are hosting an evening fundraiser at their home in Bridgehampton, New York to support the philanthropic and conservation efforts of the African Community & Conservation Fund (ACCF) and Tusk, a UK-based charity headed up by Royal Patron, Prince William. The “Karibu Africa” soireé will raise money to help ACCF’s and Tusk’s many community outreach programs, wildlife protection and anti-poaching efforts, including initiatives to improve livelihoods and combat rising food poverty in East & Southern Africa particularly Tanzania, Rwanda, Mozambique and Zimbabwe.

Covid-19 devastated jobs and livelihoods across the African continent, and with few economic recovery resources, decades of conservation and community upliftment success has been put at risk. Moreover, Russia’s war in Ukraine has collaterally created a global food crisis, as wheat and other grain shipments to Africa have been cut off or dangerously delayed.

“I’m proud to be coming back home to Long Island and to the Hamptons to lift up to the world this message of hope for Africa. The funds will help us fuel capacity-building food security, humanitarian, anti-poaching, and conservation programs at our projects in rural Africa,” said Brady Forseth, CEO of ACCF. “We are proud to partner with Tusk on our collective impact work in Zimbabwe and Mozambique and grateful to Gary and Amy Green, as well as Paula Abdul, for their generous support towards this event.”

“Following the huge success of the Hamptons Lion Trail last summer, we are delighted to be coming together once more with our partners ACCF to co-host this summer soirée to raise vital funds for our combined conservation efforts across Africa,” said Charles Mayhew, MBE, CEO of Tusk.

Amy Green, an ACCF Ambassador, animal activist and conservation, and her husband Gary Green will be joined by global icon and advocate of the United Nations World Food Program (WP), Paula Abdul, as well as model and actress Christie Brinkley and Blindside actor Quinton Aaron. Other celebrities attending include Bakithi Kumalo, a South African bassist, composer, and vocalist who toured with Paul Simon, TikTok influencer and WFP supporter Donlad Dougher, and British Classical singer Katherine Jenkins and her husband, film director Andrew Levitas. Artistic work by photographer and ACCF Ambassador David Yarrow will be among the pieces auctioned.

“We are honored to host this year’s ‘Karibu Africa’ event at our home in the Hamptons. Raising money for such an amazing cause is so important to us,” said ACCF Ambassador and event hosts Amy and Gary Green. “Sustainability, education, and love of animals have always been close to our hearts. We have been promoting these causes throughout our lives and are honoured to take this a step further by Amy becoming an ambassador for the African Community & Conservation Foundation.”

The “Karibu Africa” soireé will also include an opportunity for guests to pledge generously to a Funding Need and support the Wildlife Ranger Challenge, a pan-African initiative raising vital funds to support rangers, raising awareness of Africa’s biodiversity crisis and the conservation heroes standing between species and extinction.

Event Details
Friday, August 19, 2022 6:00pm – 10:00pm 
6:00pm Drum performance, red carpet, reception, and view of silent and live auction lots
7:30pm Welcome, Opening Remarks and Presentation
7:45pm Live Auction Commences and Fund a Need
8:15pm Drinks, Hors d’oeuvres
9:00pm Entertainment from End of Code: the Malibu/Monaco Electro-duo of Nicolas Saad and Shawn Pereira

The South Fork Natural History Museum Hosts its 33rd Annual Summer Gala

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The South Fork Natural History Museum Hosts its 33rd Annual Summer Gala

Benefit raises significant Funds for SOFO’s Educational and Environmental Programs and Initiatives Empowering Families to Be Responsible Stewards of Our Planet

(New York, NY – August 10, 2022) – On Saturday, August 6th, the South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO), the only state-of-the-art natural history museum on the South Fork of Long Island, celebrated the spectacular nature and ocean conservation efforts of the museum’s last 33 years at their Annual Summer Gala Benefit (Conserving Our Planet: The Future Starts Now) at The South Fork Natural History Museum in Bridgehampton, NY. The festive evening raised funds for SOFO’s educational and environmental programs and initiatives.

This year the summer gala benefit’s ambassador was Liev Schreiber, American actor, director, screenwriter, producer, and narrator. Schreiber was not able to attend at the last minute due to his work in the Ukraine. Sylvia Earle, the National Geographic Explorer and founder of Mission Blue, was honored for her unwavering commitment to protecting our oceans. Other individuals that were honored that night included special friends of SOFO Jim Ash, the first Executive Director of SOFO, Richard Grasso, former chairman, and chief executive of the New York Stock Exchange, SOFO Board Trustee Jeffrey C. Keil of Keil Fiduciary Strategies LLC, Greg Manocherian, the founder of RoeCo Holdings,  a private real estate investment and development company based in New York, and Carl Safina, founder of the Safina Center and author of Beyond Words: What Wolves and Dogs Think and Feel, Becoming Wild: How Animal Cultures Raise Families Create Beauty and Achieve Peace, plus other writings about the human relationship with the natural world. 

The event was attended by over 400 guests, who helped make the evening a smashing success, raising significant funds for SOFO programs, initiatives, and environmental projects. A special ask was made to support programs geared for underserved families. 

During the VIP cocktail reception, guests were able to tour the museum and grounds and enjoyed tastings from Bamboo, Beacon, Bell & Anchor, East Hampton Grill, Eddie’s Pizza Truck, The Golden Pear, Montauk Shellfish Company, Page at 63 Main, Saaz, Shellworks, and Takumi Taco. Ambassadors of SOFO’s Native Wildlife from the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center were on hand with their rare hawks and owls for guests to meet. The main reception followed, including the honoree presentation, a seated dinner, and dancing with DJ Danja.

The benefit gala’s main reception was hosted by Andy Sabin, SOFO President & Co-Founder; and Diana Aceti, SOFO Director of Development. The reception dinner was presented by Elegant Affairs Catering and guests indulged in cocktails and beverages provided by Michael Cinque, Amagansett Wines & Spirits, Channing Daughters Winery, J.A. Baczewski Monopolowa Vodka & Gin, Talkhouse Encore, Uni Tequila, and Hampton Coffee Company. Beautiful flowers were also provided by Mark Masone.

During the live auction, guests had the opportunity to bid on once-in-a-lifetime experiences including an exclusive concert/dinner for two to see Andrea Bocelli. This incredible experience includes 2 premium seating tickets at the concert where guests will enjoy the full symphonic orchestra, choir, and host of special guests joining Mr. Bocelli on stage. Another auction item was the ultimate British open golf experience, which includes a game of championship golf for 2 on 5 former British Open golf courses, including all greens fees, starting times, and clubhouse access: Royal Troon Golf Club, Turnberry Resort-Ailsa Course, Kingsbarns Golf Links, Prestwick Golf Club, and Carnoustie Golf Links, in addition to a 3-night stay in a classic resort view room at the Turnberry Resort (Ayrshire) and another 3-night stay in a standard Fairmont room at the Fairmont St Andrews Daily full breakfast.

SOFO also gave a very special thank you to Anke & Jürgen Friedrich and Susan & David Rockefeller, chairs of SOFO’s educational and environmental programs and initiatives.

Media sponsors are Dan’s Papers, Hamptons Magazine, the James Lane Post, the Northforker, Sag Harbor Express, and Social Life Magazine. SOFO’s other gala sponsors included Amagansett Wine & Spirits, Andrew Sabin Family Foundation, J. A Baczewski, Bamboo, The Bell Anchor, Bill Miller & Associates, Carole Crist Capital with a Conscience, Channing Daughters, Decco, Digi Booths, East End Tick & Mosquito Control, East Hampton Grill, Eddie’s Pizza, Elegant Affairs, The Express-News Group, Greenberg Traurig, Hamptons Coffee Company, Moji Masala,  Montauk Brewing Co., Montauk Pearl Oysters, T-shirts by 1TEE10TREES, Page at 63 Main, Saaz, The Safina Center, Shellworks, Stamford Tent & Event Services, Summerhill Landscapes, Takumi Taco, Tso Uni, and TSO General Corp.

About The South Fork Natural History Museum:

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. SOFO is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 nature organization chartered by the New York State Department of Education.

Dan’s Taste Signature Weekend – Dan’s GrillHampton hosted by Foodgod Friday, August 5&6, 2022

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Dan’s Taste Signature Weekend – Dan’s GrillHampton hosted by Foodgod Friday, August 5&6, 2022

Included in this year’s Dan’s Taste Signature Weekend taking place today, Friday, August 5th and tomorrow, Saturday, August 6th, is fan favorite GrillHampton which will feature 16 of the top grill masters hailing from the East End and Manhattan, and the inaugural Dan’s Bubbles: A Fried Chicken, Seafood & Champagne Affair, which will feature bubbly wines and beverages from around the globe along with the best chicken and seafood the East End has to offer. Dan’s Taste Signature Weekend will feature bites from the best chefs and restaurants in New York City and The Hamptons, and the wine and cocktails will be flowing all weekend. Tickets for each event are all inclusive of Food and Drinks.


Dan’s GrillHampton hosted by Foodgod Friday, August 5, 2022 GA 7:45 PM – 10:00 PM / VIP Entrance 7:00 PM Nova’s Ark, 60 Millstone Rd, Water Mill, NY 11976, USAIt’s Hamptons vs NYC at GrillHampton presented by Yieldstreet. This event pits East End chefs against Manhattan chefs in a one-of-a-kind cooking competition and tasting event. Guests enjoy the great grilled fare, beer and specialty cocktails – along with live music and dancing – then become part of the action as they vote for the finest food! GrillHampton is a part of Dan’s Taste Signature Weekend.


A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit 501(c)(3) organizations including All For The East End (AFTEE), that showcases and provides support to the more-than 1,000 charity organizations in the five East End towns.


Participating Grill Masters

  • Blue Smoke
  • Pig Beach BBQ
  • Justin’s Chop Shop
  • Backyard Barbeque Inc.
  • Chef Peter Ambrose
  • Green Hill
  • Grace & Grit
  • Union Sushi & Steak
  • Bamboo
  • Meats Meat
  • Morgan’s Brooklyn 
  • Peter Ambrose

Tickets to Dan’s Rosé Soirée are now on sale now at danstaste.com/events/grillhampton/ with Weekend Passes available for $325, VIP tickets with entry at 7:00pm for $195 and General Admission tickets with access from 7:30pm – 10:00pm for $125. This event is 21+.

Dan’s Bubbles: A Fried Chicken, Seafood & Champagne Affair hosted by Foodgod Saturday, August 6, 2022GA 7:45 PM – 10:00 PM / VIP Entrance 7:00 PM Nova’s Ark, 60 Millstone Rd, Water Mill, NY 11976, USA

The inaugural Dan’s Bubbles event will feature the best in bubbly beverages and the best chicken and seafood the East End has to offer. Dan’s Bubbles: A Fried Chicken, Seafood & Champagne Affair is a part of Dan’s Taste Signature Weekend. This Dan’s Papers event is filled with an extravagant list of sparkling wines from Barton & Gustier, Veuve du Vernay, Blu® Prosecco, and many more. We’re giving you an evening jam-packed with flavor, luxury, and summertime memories.


A portion of ticket proceeds will benefit 501(c)(3) organizations including All For The East End (AFTEE), that showcases and provides support to the more-than 1,000 charity organizations in the five East End towns.


Participating Restaurants

  • The Restaurant at Baron’s Cove
  • Lil’ Birdie
  • Ellen’s On Front
  • The Gig Shack
  • North Fork Chocolate Company
  • Hen of the woods
  • Lunch Lobster Roll
  • Insatiable EATS

Tickets to Dan’s Bubbles: A Fried Chicken, Seafood & Champagne Affair are now on sale now athttps://danstaste.com/events/bubbles/ with Weekend Passes available for $325, VIP tickets with entry at 7:00pm for $195 and General Admission tickets with access from 7:30pm – 10:00pm for $125. This event is 21+.

Dan’s Taste Sponsors

Dan’s Taste is presented by Yieldstreet. Other sponsors include Angels Envy, Blacklane, Blue Moon, BMW of Southampton, Corona, DIME, La Croix, Lex Weill, Listel, Mohegan Sun, Quintessence Hotel, Suburban Propane, Tito’s Handmade, White Claw, and Serene.


ABOUT DAN’S TASTE

Now in its 11th Summer, Dan’s Taste presented by Yieldstreet, embodies the luxury of life on Long Island’s affluent East End, in the Hamptons and on the bucolic North Fork. Dan’s Taste is the premier event series of the summer season, frequented by local and international tastemakers, influential business leaders, celebrities, NYC socialites and young professionals alike, drawing an audience of esteemed guests and sponsors who come back year after year. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit danstaste.com. ABOUT SCHNEPS MEDIA: Schneps Media reaches more New Yorkers in more ways than anyone. Schneps Media publishes over 80 media outlets across Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Westchester, Long Island, Philadelphia and Palm Beach, Florida, including amNY, and Dan’s Papers . Outlets include community newspapers, magazines, digital outlets and events. Schneps Media websites have over 5 million page views and has over 500,000 email subscribers!

Origen Vodka Presents The 3rd Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch co-hosted by Vanessa Gordon and LeeAnne Locken

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Origen Vodka Presents The 3rd Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch co-hosted by Vanessa Gordon and LeeAnne Locken

Sag Harbor, NY – July 26, 2022 On Saturday, August 6 2022, Hamptons Tastemaker Vanessa Gordon will host the invitation only Origen Vodka Presents: The Hamptons Interactive Brunch co-hosted by LeeAnne Locken at Baron’s Cove in Sag Harbor, NY.

The 3rd Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch will be produced by co-creators and celebrity event planners Brian Kelly and Sean Koski of Ticket2Events Luxury Event Planning and more. Carefully selected guests are invited to attend the invitation-only private interactive dining experience to benefit the Children’s Museum of the East End.

On August 6, 2022 a carefully selected group of influential and notable guests are expected to attend the interactive dining experience, Origin Vodka Presents: The 3rd Annual Hamptons Interactive Brunch co-hosted by LeeAnne Locken. The invitation-only private event is an exclusive opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of delight including a gourmet brunch menu paired with Holistic Spirits, Origen Vodka, and Baron’s Cove’s culinary favorites! BeachWaver will provide complimentary services to keep guests picture-perfect in between bites, sips and good-times expected to be had. The brunch will also include exciting integrations for guests to interact with as well. Participating brands expected at the event include SummerGo, Press Alcoholic Hard Seltzer, Nippies, and KoKolu. The eponymous luxury design brand, Joanna Buchanan, is at the helm of the event’s design elements. Brands in the VIP luxury gift bag include Honey Mamas, Mama Mio, Lights Lacquer, BigMouth, Nécessaire, Dive Into Yoga, Members Only, and many more. There will also be a ‘surprise’ raffle featuring brands like Meyer, SANG, and Divine Chocolate.

This quintessential celebration of the summer season out east will include conversations and insights from Hamptons Taste Maker Vanessa Gordon who remains valiant in her efforts to raise awareness for The Childrens’ Museum of the East End.

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