Yankees legend, Bernie Williams, joined acclaimed artist Charles Fazzino at Charles Saffati’s gallery Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. for a reception to celebrate the unveiling of his latest work 9/11: A Time of Remembrance, a new limited-edition artwork to memorialize the 20th Anniversary of 9-11.
The celebration, which was emceed by FOX 5’s Tina Cervasio, commenced with a performance of the National Anthem and the official 9/11 Color Guard. The performance was followed up by the public unveiling of Fazzino’s 9/11: A Time of Remembrance, where Bernie Williams and Fazzino revealed the beautiful new work as guests enjoyed lite bites from Kensington and sipped champagne and wine.
Those in attendance included Salvatore Cassano, Former Commissioner, FDNY; Salvatore Carcaterra, Former, Deputy Chief, NYPD; San Panchal, Former 1st Grade Detective & 9/11 Hero, NYPD, Dr. Marie Hayag, William Jarosak and GDGC Enterprises Diamonte Zarba.
Charles Fazzino’s painting entitled “9/11: A Time of Remembrance” was commissioned by The National September 11 Memorial & Museum and is an homage to all those affected by the 9-11 attacks including victims, survivors, and heroes. A portion of the proceeds of the sale of “9/11: A Time of Remembrance” and limited-edition prints will benefit the National September 11 Memorial & Museum.
Fazzino’s new limited-edition artwork to memorialize the 20th Anniversary of 9-11, is set to be showcased alongside a curated set of the artist’s signature pieces at the gallery. The special Charles Fazzino exhibition will be on display through September 23rd at the gallery’s 543 Madison Avenue location.
Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. is located at 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.
New York, New York, August , 2021 — In his latest book, Through a Screen Darkly: Psychoanalytic Reflections During the Pandemic, New York City psychiatrist Dr. Ahron Friedberg portrays a range of individuals dealing with mental health issues related to the pandemic, providing context for these harrowing recent statistics:
The average share of adults reporting symptoms of anxiety disorder and/or depression almost quadrupled from January 2019 to June 2021*
36% of adults report difficulty sleeping, 32% cited eating problems, and 12% reported increase in alcohol and substance abuse*
Communities of color and essential workers are suffering disproportionately*
Young adults, more likely to lose jobs and / or be in lockdowns, are also suffering disproportionately*
Suspected suicide attempts have increased in teenagers, especially girls**
Commenting on the statistics, Dr. Friedberg stated: “Stress has physical as well as mental consequences. It weakens the immune system and increases the incidence of major depression as well cardiac and pulmonary issues.”
Friedberg continues: “I coined the term Post-COVID Re-entry Syndrome to describe the stress that people suffer as they re-enter the workforce, reconnect with friends and family, and attempt to resume some semblance of a normal life.”
To manage this anxiety, Dr. Friedberg recommends:
Taking a walk outdoors
Connecting with friends and family – safely
Self- Reflection
If symptoms become severe, he recommends consulting a trained mental health professional. Primary care physicians and clergy can also provide resource and emotional support.
“The ultimate goal is to bolster your resilience,” states Dr. Friedberg. “In my experience counseling patients through the pandemic, I found that they had greater capacity for resilience than they realized. Deploying this resilience was their pathway to successfully managing their mental health.”
Through a Screen Darkly offers practical examples of how patients coped with these conditions and (in many cases) found the resilience to get past them.
In addition to Through a Screen Darkly, Dr. Friedberg wrote Psychotherapy and Personal Change: TwoMinds in a Mirror with Dr. Sandra Sherman. With Dr. Jack Hirschowitz, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai, he wrote Flashing Seven: Seven Essential Skills for Living and Leading. With his father, Dr. Eugene Friedberg, he wrote Between Us, A Father and Son Speak.
Through a Screen Darkly is available for purchase at amazon.com.
ABOUT DR. AHRON FRIEDBERG:
Dr. Ahron Friedberg, M.D. is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He is a practicing psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in Manhattan. At Mount Sinai, Dr. Friedberg served as Co-Chair of the Psychiatry Advisory Board and has helped develop and lead several academic and teaching initiatives including their Innovations in Psychiatry Symposium. Dr. Friedberg also directs the ‘Symposium’, a national meeting held annually at Mount Sinai. He has participated in clinical research as part of the Department’s Mood and Anxiety Program, which focuses on translational neuroscience and understanding resilience.
Dr. Friedberg has served twice as national President of the American Society of Psychoanalytic Physicians. He was named first Executive Editor of International Psychoanalysis.net, a highly regarded online psychoanalytic resource. In addition, he is an Acquisitions Editor of International Psychoanalytic Books, Book Editor of Psychodynamic Psychiatry, Editor of the American Academy ofPsychodynamic Psychiatry and Psychoanalysis Academy Forum, elected chair of the International Council of Editors, Psychanalytic Journals, as well as a regular contributor to Psychology Today.
His research been published in numerous peer-reviewed journals, including The Psychoanalytic Review, The American Journal of Psychoanalysis, Neuro-psychoanalysis, and Psychodynamic Psychiatry. Dr. Friedberg’s writing focuses on the treatment of anxiety and trauma, clinical technique, and the concepts of resilience, consciousness, and desire in psychoanalysis. He has received awards for excellence in writing, in addition to originality and scholarship.
(New York, NY – August, 2021) – Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. will host a public artist reception to celebrate the unveiling of acclaimed pop artist, Charles Fazzino’s, “9/11: A Time of Remembrance” on Monday, August 23rd from 6pm-8:30pm.
The Girl Shops the World by Charles Fazzino
The new piece will be privately unveiled at The National September 11 Memorial & Museum, where Fazzino will be joined by Anthoula Katsimatides, 9/11 Family Member; Joseph Esposito, Former Chief of Department, NYPD; Salvatore Cassano, Former Commissioner, FDNY; Salvatore Carcaterra, Former, Deputy Chief, NYPD; and San Panchal, Former 1st Grade Detective & 9/11 Hero, NYPD.
Our Sea of Tranquility by Charles Fazzino
Fazzino’s new limited-edition artwork to memorialize the 20th Anniversary of 9-11, will be showcased alongside a curated set of the artist’s signature pieces at the gallery. The special Charles Fazzino exhibition will be on display through September 23rd at Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. location at 543 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022.
Tagging the Subway by Charles Fazzino
Charles Fazzino’s painting entitled “9/11: A Time of Remembrance” was commissioned by The National September 11 Memorial & Museum and is an homage to all those affected by the 9-11 attacks including victims, survivors, and heroes. A portion of the proceeds of the sale of “9/11: A Time of Remembrance” and limited-edition prints will benefit the National September 11 Memorial & Museum.
Hears Acoss America by Charles Fazzino
Charles Fazzino states, “It is so very humbling to have been commissioned by the National September 11 Memorial & Museum to memorialize the 20th Anniversary of 9-11. My artwork was created as a homage to all those affected by the 9-11 attacks including victims, survivors, heroes and all of us who just watched the Twin Towers fall that day.”
Experience the Magic by Charles Fazzino
Carlton Fine Arts Ltd. is located at 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.
Balade is the Lebanese word for “produce of the highest quality.” And that’s what diners can expect at Balade in the East Village. Chef/Restaurateur Roland Semaan is a native of Beirut, Lebanon’s Capital City. His interest in hospitality started in the kitchen of his childhood home in Lebanon as he watched his mother and grandmother cook. His father was a diplomat, and the family home was the host site of elaborate dinner parties that welcomed political guests from around the world.
At eighteen, he traveled to Le Bouveret, Switzerland where he attended Cesar Ritz College and studied hotel and restaurant management. After graduating, he went to Dubai for a year to work in the hotel industry. He then came to the United States to attend Johnson and Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island where he earned his master’s in culinary arts. From there, Semaan moved to New York City where he began his career at Great Performances,a catering and events company managing the company’s large-scale events. He then took a management position with the Atlantic Grill, part of B.R. Guest hospitality. From there, he went to work at the Hilton Hotel in Times Square to serve as food and beverage director. During his tenure at Atlantic Grill, Semaan’s entrepreneurial spirit guided him to develop his own restaurant concept. He found the perfect location in the East Village and returned to his Lebanese roots with the opening of Balade Restaurant in 2010. “That was my mission,” said Semaan. “To introduce Lebanese cuisine to New Yorkers.” The restaurant has since become an East Village staple serving the neighborhood and destination clientele.
Executive Chef: Chef Micheline Wakim was a home cook before she was recruited by Semaan to work as sous chef of Balade. Over time, Semaan trained her as she honed her cooking skills and leaned to re-imagine his family recipes passed down from generations. Wakim was promoted to executive chef and Omar Douad, a native of Jordan, joined the team as chef de cuisine. Douad brought his Middle Eastern background to round out the menu with more vegetarian choices and adding more traditionally served larger platters typical of Middle Eastern tradition.
Dinner can begin with a spread of savory, shareable plates called Mezze. Jwaneh are chargrilled chicken wings that are marinated for 48 hours with Balade proprietary spices and imported olive oil from Lebanon; Mouhmara, freshly-ground red peppers and walnuts topped with pomegranate; Makanek beef sausages flamed table side with fresh lemon juice.
Family-style platters like the Supreme Mixed Grill is served covered in Balade’s famous house-made bread and edged-open to reveal a medley of grass-fed beef kafta, lamb kabab, chicken tawook, and lamb chops served with chargrilled vegetables. The Samke Mechwiye is a whole grilled branzino, bone-in, marinated in lemon, olive oil and salt served with tahini dipping sauce. Djej Al Fahem is a half chicken marinated with their Balade’s signature recipe of fresh herbs and spices served with hand-cut fries.
Manakeesh, or Lebanese Pizza, is kneaded with fresh dough. Signature pie Lahme Baajin is crafted from house-made seasoned ground-lean beef, mixed with finely diced tomatoes and onions. Jebne is made from a combination of white cheeses and served with a side of tomato slices.
An alternative to Lebanese pizza is “Pita Pitza.” Created by Semaan, this kind of pizza yields a crispier crust. The Sultan El Shawarma is made with thinly-sliced marinated beef and roasted with onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, and topped off with a drizzle of tahini and a pinch of a spicy mixture called za’atar.
Desserts
Ashta consists of “white pudding,” a rich cream traditionally made by repeatedly skimming the film that appears on the surface of boiled milk. The pudding is then coated with honey and topped with pistachio and fresh strawberries. Mouhallabie is a recipe handed down from his grandmother. It consists of a milk pudding topped with ground pistachios and orange blossom. Lebanese Ice Cream is available in pistachio and vanilla made from rose water.
A well-curated wine list consists of mostly red and white wine imported from Lebanon, France and Italy.
Their beer selections come from Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey and Morocco.
Design
The interior design reflects the culture of Lebanon adorned with circular cut pieces of wooden cedar trees and Arabesque tiles – all imported from Lebanon. Outdoor seating is offered with transparent partitions, picnic tables and chairs, and astro turf. Hardcover cookbooks line a top shelf above the outdoor dining area.
Takeout and Delivery hours are Saturday and Sunday from 12pm – 12am and Monday through Friday from 5 pm to 12 am. Delivery platforms include Uber Eats, Caviar, Grubhub, Postmates, and Delivery.com
Balade offers catering. The catering menu can be viewed here.
Balade is located at 208 First Avenue, East Village, NY 10009
Their website address is www.Baladerestaurants.com.
Their phone number is 212.529.6868.
@baladenyc is their Instagram handle
Their hours of operation are Monday-Friday 5pm-12am; Saturday and Sunday from 12pm-12am
Their Main Dining Room seats 60 and their Bar seats 7 people
NEW
YORK CITY – Hashimoto Contemporary is pleased to present
The Sun’s Energy,
a
solo exhibition with San Francisco-based artist, Chelsea Wong.
The
Sun’s Energy isWong’s
inaugural solo exhibition at Hashimoto Contemporary and debut solo
exhibition in New York City.
Chelsea Wong ,”Terme Naturali,” 2021
For the exhibition, the artist challenged herself to paint scenic compositions inspired by some of her most cherished memories. Drawing from real life and infused with a heavy dose of whimsy and imagination, the series of colorful paintings take the viewer around the globe, sharing uplifting stories of beautiful moments the artist has witnessed. Through heavily stylized and idyllic imagery, Wong creates an encouraging visual statement promoting joy, acceptance and openness to one another. Through her work, the artist celebrates racial and cultural diversity, promoting working class communities and evoking a sense of curiosity and wonder.
About
the exhibition, the artist states,
“As with all my compositions, I paint diverse groups of people enjoying themselves. I come from a mixed-race family and would have loved to see more role-models that look like me growing up. I believe we are all entitled to joy, happiness, and celebration. It is how I connect with the world. As the title of this show suggests, The Sun’s Energy, we are all beings on this planet sharing the same sun, soaking up the same warmth, and deserving of it’s good energy.”
In order to ensure the health and safety of visitors and staff, please note that masks are required for entry.
The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) proudly presented SO FETCH, a beach party fundraiser. Hosted by Georgina Bloomberg, Katie McEntee, Kingsley Crawford, Nathania Nisonson, Elizabeth Shafiroff, Merritt Piro, Elizabeth Bowden, and Olivia Mulvey. The girls called all party animals to attend their first annual beach party where 100% of the proceeds went directly to the shelter’s rescue program. Guests arrived at the Gin Lane beach located to the left of the historic Bathing Corporation. Dogs with shelter volunteers greeting party goers and enjoyed a night at the beach and out of their kennels.
Atmostphere_Credit Patrick McMullan
Notable attendees included: Kate McEntee, Kingsley Crawford, Nathania Nisonson, Elizabeth Shafiroff, Merritt Piro, Elizabeth Bowden, Lexie Rough, Adrianna Desvastich, Julie Sinaw, James Marzigliano, William Crompton, Catherine Saxby, Taylor Ervin, Natalie Jackson, Rolise Rachel, Nikki Walter-Nemickas, Addison Walter, Philip Greenwald, Brian MacMillan, Marcy MacMillan, Elizabeth Pagnis, Marc Anthony, Sandra Liveric, Rob Schmitt, John Brady, Paty Brady, Lauren Beck, Matthew Williams, Phyllis Chase, Ava Lunder, Greta Lunder, Megan D’Souza, Flip Crawford, Lisa Crawford.
Ava Lunder, Greta Lunder and Megan DSouza _Credit Patrick McMullan
Rosalie Rachel _ Credit Patrick McMullan Kahlua the dog and Jenn Lavardera _ Credit Rob Rich Society Allure.
Philip Greenwald_Credit Patrick McMullan
Lexie Rough, Nathania Nisonson, Adrianna Desvastich, Merritt Piro, Kate McEntee and Kingsley Crawford_ Credit Rob Rich Society Allure
Addison Walter and Nikki Walter-Nemickas_Credit Rob Rich Society Allure
Guests had a night filled with cocktails and dancing on the beach to music by DJ Teal Camner. Wine provided by Winc, a tequila station serving up DOGaritas sponsored by Bottle Hampton, glasses of Bodvar Rosé being poured, Tito’s at the bar while guests treated themselves to vegetarian appetizers catered by Seasons of Southampton. Dessert were classic Hampton’s Tate’s chocolate chip cookies and cupcakes in a jar by Baked Cravings that party goers ate around bonfire including smores.
Atmosphere _Credit Rob Rich Society Allure
The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s gift bag was created by Rolise Rachel of My Hamptons Guide. It included a Loteli Float, a beach ball from Titos Vodka, the book The Puppy No One Wanted by Barby Keel, Cafe Victoria Coffee, a Total Pet Care package, North Fork Potato Chips, True Serenity Tea, Sobel Skin Care, a pin from Beefcake Productions, Cookies from Tates Bake Shop, a beverage from Recess, Nestseekers bag/magazine and a mask from East End Taste. Thank you everyone who donated to this lovely cause.
Thank you to all our sponsors also including Bissel, JP Mulvey Plumbing and Heating INC, Saunders, Schmidt’s market, Southampton Limousine, Hamptons Drone Imaging and Jiade Vaia Landscaping.
Huge thank you to the host committee and event committee. You have all been so supportive and such a great team. Our shelter is so lucky to have such wonderful volunteers. Thanks to host committee Georgina Bloomberg, Katie McEntee, Kingsley Crawford, Nathania Nisonson, Elizabeth Shafiroff, Merritt Piro, Elizabeth Bowden, and Olivia Mulvey; and event committee Sarah Alvarez, Serena Bancroft, Hannah Berner, Sara Burack, Joe Calamita, Joe Cirpo, Sara DiOrazio, Jessica Hatton, Alexandra Iadevaia, Taylor Karns, Jessica Mackin, Alexandra Maitland, James Marzigliano, Nick Norcia, Samantha Pace, Christine Prydatko, Rolise Rachel, Maurice Richardson, Lexie Routh, Julie Sinaw, Louise Taylor, Nicole Teitler, and Sarah Vacchiano.
Elizabeth Bowden, William Cromton, Catherine Saxvy and Taylor E _Credit Rob Rich Society AllureJulie Sinaw, James Marzigliano, Kingsley Crawford and Nathania Nisonson_Credit Rob Rich Society Allure
About SASF
The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that relies on the generosity of their donors and volunteers to care to for the homeless animals in its community, and to place them in loving “forever homes.” The number of animals in need of help is growing every day. The overpopulation of pets on Long Island is a major issue. Whether caring for strays found wandering the streets, rescuing neglected and abandoned animals, or saving dogs from the horrors of the puppy mill industry, the shelter is a safe haven for all animals and for some, a last resort. Without SASF, these animals would not be able to survive. The shelter provides a steppingstone for animals to find a loving home. It offers them housing, food, medical treatment, training, and rehabilitation when necessary.
They not only take in community pets but also partner with other rescues and shelters, located on Long Island, New York and areas in the South including Puerto Rico, to save animals that are in dire situations.
This past year, the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation found homes for over 800 animals and provided the community with necessary resources like their Wellness Clinic, Pet Food Pantry, Advo-Cats Program, low-cost spay/neuter mobile clinic, as well as other community outreach programs. These services help pet owners who fall on hard times keep their animals with them and out of the shelters.
(August 10, 2021 – Southampton, NY) – The Hope for Depression Research Foundation’s Sixth Annual 5K Race of Hope gathered 220 men, women, and children on Sunday morning in Southampton Village in support of mental health awareness and research. Iconic journalist Katie Couric cheered the crowd as Celebrity Grand Marshal during the festive event that raised $325,000 for research into new and better treatments for depression and anxiety.
“Mental health is such a critically important issue, and it’s heartening to see it come out of the woodwork in a way that is unprecedented,” said Couric, speaking from the steps of the Southampton Cultural Center right before the 8:30 am starting gun.
Starting Line_Credit Caryn Leigh
She added: “HDRF gathers all the top-rated brain scientists in the country and the world to figure out how to tackle these psychological issues, because they are like physical issues and they should be treated as such. A better understanding of how our brains work and how our brain chemistry works — it’s so important.”
HDRF Founding Chair Audrey Gruss and Board member Arthur Dunnam, both Hamptons residents, also stood with Couric as Co-Grand Marshals of the 5K walk/run, which is a USA Track and Field-sanctioned event.
“I founded HDRF to lead research in the causes of depression and in their treatment,” said Gruss to the crowd. “Due to you and your support out here every year for five years, HDRF is now the leading depression research organization in the country. We have several new treatments in clinical trials and we won’t quit until there’s a cure.”
At the starting gun, participants set off in staggered waves to complete the 3.1-mile course around Lake Agawam and the tree-lined streets of Southampton, NY. Many sported hats, shirts and vests in HDRF’s signature yellow, creating a sea of sunshine against the backdrop of cloudy skies.
The staggered heats were a safety measure to avoid crowding and ensure a safe return to in person racing. While fundraising broke records, the number of participants was down compared to normal years with turn-outs of over 700. This is likely due to the slow reopening of public life and multiple demands on our time in the post-Covid era.
Along with the in-person event, HDRF Race organizers also provided a virtual “opening ceremony” for another 300 participants who signed up to complete the distance in their own hometowns. A live broadcast streamed on the HDRF website, featuring messages of hope from runners across the country and a countdown to the 8:30 AM starting gun.
At the close of the Race, Audrey Gruss handed out Awards for several categories. First Prize for best male time went to Sergey Avramenko, and First Prize for the best female time went to Una Broderick. The Award for Top Fundraising Team went to Jessica Wagner and Team Wagner, which raised $2,000. The Award for Top Individual Fundraiser went to Arthur Dunnam, who raised $36,468 from friends and family for his race. The award for largest team went to Natasha Jefferies and her team, Dakari’s Heartbeat, with 13 members.
All race participants received an ultra-lightweight vest, hat, race shirt, mask, 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: Lisa M. Aery, Carolina Benabib, Bill Bone, Janna Bullock, Jamee and Peter Gregory, Kim Heirston, Tania Higgins, Karen and Richard LeFrak, Matt Oleszczuk, Jenny and John Paulson, James and Teresa Remez and their daughters Sofia and Lila, Mirella Cameran-Reilly, Kevin Richards, Scott Snyder, Susan and Rob Taylor, Victoria Wyman, Clelia & Tom Zacharias and Richard Ziegelasch.
Richard and Karen LeFrak_Photo Credit Caryn Leigh
Kim Heirston_Photo Credit Caryn Leigh.
Matt Oleszczuk, Jordan Hodges_Photo Credit Sean Zanni.jpg
5K Race of Hope Committee:
Lisa M. Aery, Kelly Ashton & Carlo B Sant Albano, Felice & Shelley Bergman, William Secord & Bruce Bierman, Jill Blanchard, Serena Bowman, Janna Bullock, Lili Cavendish, Julie & Mike Connors, Ide & David Dangoor, Beth Rudin DeWoody, Roy Cohen & Arthur Dunnam, Lisa & Sandy Ehrenkranz, Marjorie & Alexander P. Federbush, Bambi & Roger Felberbaum, Ambassador David and Jennifer Fischer, Frances Fisher, Bill Ford, Mr. & Mrs. Gerald Ford, Mary Ann Fribourg, Clo D. Giffen, Judith S. Giuliani, Barbara & Alan Glatt, Mrs. Darcy Gould, Jamee & Peter Gregory, Mrs. John (Susan) Gutfreund, Mayme & Montague Hackett Jr., Candy Hamm, Mai Hallingby Harrison, Kim Heirston, Yaz & Valentin Hernández, Tania & Brian Higgins, Elizabeth & Edgar Howard, Mario Nievera & Travis Howe, Nicki Harris & J. Ira, Benigna Kirsten, Kontes Family, Judy & Leonard Lauder, Mr. & Mrs. Richard Mack, Ann & Cameron MacRae, Isabella & J. Paul Meyer, Susan & Joe Meyer, Muffy & Donald Miller, Mary P. Moran, Lucia N. Musso, Margo & James Nederlander, Anne S. Nordeman, Jane & Richard Novick, Francesca Stanfill Nye, Pamela Pantzer, Jenny & John Paulson, Robin Pickett, Kathy Prounis, Michael Donnell & Thomas C. Quick, Joanna Roland, Hilary Geary Ross, Frances G. Scaife, Barbara & Randall Smith, Scott Snyder, Ginny & David Sydorick, Debbie & Jack Thomas, Susan Warner, Lynne Wheat, Victoria Wyman, Clelia & Tom Zacharias, Richard Ziegelasch and Silvia Zoullas
Victoria Wyman_Photo Credit Caryn Leigh
5K Race of Hope Sponsors:
Down to Earth, Impala Asset Management, Jacob Antilety Landscaping, Livingston Builders, Liquid I.V., Sant Ambroeus, Scott’s Protein Balls, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Wirebox, Wölffer Estate Vineyard
The Race of Hope starts the lead-in to HDRF’s 15th Anniversary HOPE Luncheon Seminar which will be held on November 10th at the Plaza Hotel in New York City. The event will focus on “The Importance of the Gut Microbiome to Your Mental Health,” and will salute the research progress of HDRF’s acclaimed team of world-renowned brain researchers.
What is HDRF, and a quick overview of their work/achievements in the past decade:
• HDRF is the leading non-profit dedicated solely to advanced depression research.
• Audrey Gruss founded the organization in 2006 in memory of her mother, Hope, who struggled with depression.
• The mission of HDRF is to fund cutting-edge neuroscience research into the origins, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of depression and other related mood disorders.
• In 2010, HDRF launched its Depression Task Force – a collaboration of nine leading scientists, at the frontiers of brain science, from different research institutions across the U.S. and Canada. To accelerate breakthrough research, they share ongoing results, in real-time, at the HDRF Data Center.
• HDRF has invested over $35 million in advanced depression research to date.
About Depression:
• In the United States, depression affects over 20-million adults each year – that is one in 10 adults.
• Depression is the leading cause of suicide. In the United States, one person dies by suicide every 11 minutes – over 47,000 people per year.
• Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide.
• Depression costs society $210 billion annually – 60% of which represents reduced efficiency at work and costs related to suicide.
The Crisis in Research and Treatment:
• 50% of those diagnosed with depression do not fully respond to existing treatments.
• In 35 years since the introduction of Prozac and other SSRI anti-depressants, there has been almost no change in the treatment of depression.
• Although depression is one of the most serious and prevalent conditions in the US, it is ranked 77th (out of 250) in the amount of federal funding it receives.
• Most of the major pharmaceutical companies have discontinued brain research.
What Makes HDRF Different:
• The Depression Task Force represents the most innovative approach to neuroscience research today.
• The Task Force has created an unprecedented research plan with each member executing a piece of the plan in their own laboratories. By avoiding well-worn paths of research, the team is shaking up the field for answers that will finally lead to new treatments for depression.
• They share results in real-time at a centralized data bank. This allows them to leverage data to accelerate research. This is unheard of in the entire scientific research field which is normally competitive and not collaborative.
Abstract artist Linda Colletta will be presenting her work at the upcoming Art Market Hamptons with The White Room Gallery on August 12th – 15th at The Bridgehampton Museum (2368 Montauk Highway). Colletta will be showcasing her large scale work including Clandestine Crunch from her Pools series and Queen of the Night from her Dropcloths series, which can be viewed at booths #D05 and #C39
Linda’s body of work explores themes of addiction, dysmorphia, pretenses and what’s hiding underneath. As a recovering compulsive over-eater, she aptly refers to her ever-growing large scale works as the “all you can eat” paintings. The process is cyclical and waste-less, each piece leads to the next in its materiality. Nothing is thrown away; dried paint, paint water or scrap canvas. By incorporating all ‘leftovers’ from previous paintings into future pieces, a thread is woven through the entire body of work. The visual narrative of these candy-coated compositions speaks to a personal and societal battle with food and the mental mania of obsession and addiction. These compositions, with a whimsical grit, are in direct pursuit of radical honesty and reckless abandon.
She works within the lineage of abstract expressionism, painting flat on large-scale tables with acrylic, oil stick, spray paint, ink, graphite, remnant canvas and sewing, on upcycled vintage house painters drop cloths incorporating the history of random paint, dirt, spills, drips, and seams left behind. The work is completely spontaneous and unplanned, she allows the process to unfold and reveal itself in real time.
Linda Colletta is an abstract artist, who has been creating art in various mediums for over 25 years. At 19 years old, she began her artistic journey as a scenic artist creating backdrops and scenery for live televised music performances. She left the scenic art world after 15 years to dedicate her life to her painting career. Her work has been exhibited at Monica King Projects, White Room Gallery, Southport Gallery, Burning Man, The Affordable Art Fair, and The Other Art Fair. Private collections include Justin Bieber, Memorial Sloan Kettering, New York Presbyterian, and 277 Fifth Ave.
Vakish Jha is a contemporary artist and investment banker, based out of New York metropolitan area. He currently has an online show titled, Voyages of Reflections, on MvVO ART. It runs through August 8, 2021.
MvVO ART announced its first solo show, Voyages of Reflections, on Artsy, featuring the work of Vikash Jha for one week (August 2 – 8, 2021). The talented Mr. Jha participated in the MvVO ART debut at Sotheby’s (February 2018), and in both the 2019 and 2020 shows in the Oculus at the Westfield World Trade Center, New York City. He is among the artists with works available for sale on the MvVO ART Artsy gallery. This body of work reflects artists’ deep cross-cultural influences and journeys so far, traversing between eastern transcendental expressionism and modern western experientialism influenced by Picasso, de Kooning, Rauschenberg, Rothko, Pollock, Gaitonde, Hussain and others.
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“Vikash is an extraordinary talent and the perfect choice for the first solo show on our virtual gallery space. His art is inspirational and so is his optimism and dedication to seeking out and seizing opportunities to grow his art career. He has great potential and the heart to find an audience for his work.”
We’re happy to support Vikash with a solo show.” Maria van Vlodrop, Founder CEO of MvVO ART. Vikash recently won a contest hosted by Penguin Random House and was awarded a review by the art critic and author of, ‘How to Be an Artist’, Jerry Saltz. The noted Pulitzer-prize winning critic said of Vikash’s work: “You know a fair amount about art. Great sense of color…. internal light. Gets viewers engaged from far and….then draws them in… by working back the details. This is important… I think that if this is the least representative of your works, you are in great shape.”
Vikash Jha is a contemporary abstract expressionist. Born in India, Vikash immigrated to the United States to work in the Management Consulting and Financial Services Industries and for specialized academic studies at Harvard and MIT, after his formal Art education in India. His diligence in seeking out connections and opportunities has led to significant recognition for his budding career. Since 2017, his work has been featured in many Chelsea galleries and shows in the New York Metro area including: Pleiades Gallery, 1stDibs Design Center, Edison Arts Society, and MvVO AD ART SHOW.
Born and raised in India, Vikash Jha was fortunate to have parents that supported him in all his endeavors, imploring him to follow the pursuit of happiness. Their support guided him to carve his own path of deep study during his formative years as he spent his weekends at a specialized art school. It was there that he learned the formal techniques from his teachers, honing his artistic style.
After receiving formal art and business education in India, Jha would later immigrate to the United States and start a career in Management Consulting and Investment Banking. He would also take up specialized academic studies at Harvard and MIT, but his calling in the arts would bring him back to pursue his first love-painting. Through his diligence in making connections and opportunities, his art career would slowly earn well-deserved recognition.
Today, Vikash Jha is one of the leading contemporary artists in the abstract expressionist movement. He is renowned for his use of color, cross-cultural imagery, and multilayered painting techniques. Each of Jha’s works takes his viewers into a place that evokes joy, exuberance, and awe, prompting them into contemplation and meditation. Despite finding his artistic style, he continues to be a keen student of art, continuously learning new things in his practice as he experiments with materials, techniques, and mediums.
Art is more than an ornament—it’s a tool that tells a story, and each piece should be judged by the story it tells and what that story does to people. If art enthusiasts and professionals keep grounded into that criteria, then artist Vikash Jha is definitely on another level and will only continue to push the boundaries of abstract art in the coming years.
Vikash is a notable contemporary artist who thrives in the abstract expressionist genre. He has made a reputation for being a master at using color to invoke emotions that stir up a sense of a Utopia-like solace in his audiences. Jha uses cross-cultural images to create multi-layered pieces that have swelled in popularity and demand over the past few seasons.
“My background gave me the understanding and appreciation of bold expressionist techniques of many western greats as well as transcendental visual expressions interwoven in my personality,” adds Vikash. “All this has helped develop my unique approach to content, individualistic style and painting technique.”
Vikash is bold in his commitment to showcasing the appreciation for the transcendental through the visual medium. Guided by this clear philosophy, he takes the formless and puts meaning and emotion to it. The artist’s work is very textural, almost coming to life as one devotes undivided attention to it somehow. For that, art enthusiasts take to his work as a rather multi-dimensional experience that ignites feelings of bliss at the existential level
“To get the invite from MvVO Art to be in their first solo artist show on Artsy, from among theirworld-wide curated pool of artists, is a huge honor! I look forward to this experience!” – Vikash Jha
On Saturday, July 31st, 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 marvelous eco-system and abundant bounty of the Hamptons and the Museum’s 32 years of leadership in nature conservation at its 32nd Annual Summer Gala Benefit (The Journey Forward: Reconnecting Through Nature) at The South Fork Natural History Museum in Bridgehampton, NY.
This year’s summer gala benefit honored Dr. Indy Burke, an ecosystem ecologist and the Carl W. Knobloch, Jr. Dean at the Yale School of Forestry & Environmental Studies; Michael B. Gerrard, Andrew Sabin Professor of Professional Practice and Director of the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law at Columbia Law School; Chef Kerry Heffernan, Chef at Grand Banks in Manhattan, a seafood sustainability and conservation leader who serves on the City Harvest Food Council; and environmentalists and long-time SOFO friends Kim & Greg Lippmann (SOFO Board Trustee) and their family. Funds raised at the gala benefited SOFO’s educational and environmental programs and initiatives empowering families to be responsible stewards of our planet.
Dr. Indy Burke
Michael B. Gerrard (honoree) and Andy Sabin
Lippman family honorees with Andy Sabin
Kerry Heffernan and Andy Sabin
The event was attended by 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.
Kevin Nicholas performing
During the VIP cocktail reception, guests enjoyed tours of the Museum and Grounds, music by Alfredo Merat, and a special guest appearance by Ambassadors of SOFO’s Native Wildlife from the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center, who treated guests with access to rare hawks and owls.
Linda Argila, Wally Zeins and Rosanna Ruta
Michael Gerrard and Barbara Gerrard
Vlad the turkey vulture and Dave Flannell
Mark Masone
Paul King III, Diana Aceti, Frank Quevedo, Andy Sabin, Rachel Specer and Melanie Meade
Ruth Katz
The benefit gala’s main reception was hosted by Andy Sabin, SOFO President & Co-Founder; Diana Aceti, SOFO Director of Development; Carole Crist, American businesswoman and former First Lady of Florida; and Dottie Herman, CEO of Douglas Elliman Real Estate LLC, who presented this year’s honorees. A reception dinner by Elegant Affairs Catering was served and guests enjoyed cocktails and beverages provided by Amagansett Wines and Spirits, Two Chicks Cocktails, Channing Daughters Winery, J.A. Baczewski Monopolowa Vodka and Gin, Lambay Irish Whiskey America and Hampton Coffee Company. Entertainment included a performances by award-winning magician, Modern Mentalist Kevin Nicholas, DJ Danja, and surprise guest appearances by Brock Pierce, Jean Shafiroff, and former Real Housewife of New York, Jill Zarin.
Dottie Herman and Carole Crist
Kevin Nicholas
During the live auction, guests had the opportunity to bid on once in a lifetime experiences including a limited edition Paul McCartney Yellow Submarine Guitar – Barley Mow Original Art Guitar “Yellow Submarine” signed by Paul McCartney; St. Andrew’s Tea Time – home of the 150th British Open, 4 guests will play the royal courses including the prestigious St. Andrews in April 2022; Pappy Van Winkle – the billionaires bourbon 12 year old bottle; Christian Louboutin Personalized Handbag; St. Bart’s – a seven night beach room stay at the beautiful Eden Rock. Includes round tip airport transfers and daily breakfast for two guests; a Saquon Barkley Experience – catch a pass from Giants superstar and have it photographed. Spring 2022; The Tom Brady Experience – catch a pass from the NFL quarterback in Naples Florida, April 2022.
SOFO’s host committee included notable names such as Taja Abitbol Cone, Greg Matthews, Sheila Rosenblum, and Adam Weiss. SOFO also sent a very special thank you to the Andrew Sabin Family Foundation.
Taja Abitbol and Carole Crist
The media sponsors for this year included Dan’s Papers, Hamptons Magazine, James Lane Post, The Express News Groups, and The Village Voice.
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. SOFOis a not-for-profit 501(c)3 nature organization chartered by the New York State Department of Education.
