July 25, 2015

18th Annual OCRF’s Super Saturday/The Hamptons

Over 2,000 people attend each Super Saturday–guests include supporters and their families, designers, celebrities,editors, media, and fashion lovers. The NY event is hosted by Kelly Ripa and Donna Karan, and sponsored by QVC.

OCRF’s Super Saturday is a daylong shopping event that brings top luxury name brands in high fashion, accessories, beauty, children’s , and home goods at 30-50% off retail to guests with a passion for fashion, charity, and bargains. Previous participants in the sale include Theory, Alice + Olivia, Helmut Lang, rag&bone, Vilebrequin, mBaby, Vince, Diane von Furstenberg, Versace, and many more! Need a break from amazing shopping? Your ticket also gives you access to all the action at the event! So grab a bite and a drink, enjoy fun activities with the kids, or pamper yourself at one of our luxury experience tents.

11:00 Exclusive VIP Preview Shopping. Nova’s Ark Project. Water Mill, NY. 1:00-6:00pm. 12pm Exclusive VIP Preview Shopping.

http://supersaturday.ocrf.org/about

Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) is the largest and oldest U.S. charity funding research on ovarian cancer. All of the proceeds from sales of merchandise, tickets and tables go toward funding OCRF’s programs, including vital ovarian cancer research by the nation’s top scientists as they seek to end this terrible disease.

July 25, 2015

The 22nd Annual Watermill Summer Benefit & Auction. Circus of Stillness... the power over wild beasts. The Watermill Center will once again bring together the worlds of theater, art, fashion, design, and society for The 22nd Annual Benefit. Watermill International Summer Program Participants come from over 25 countries to create installations and performances throughout the eight and a half acres of grounds during the event. The funds raised will support The Watermill Center's year round Artist Residency Programs, providing a unique environment for young and emerging artists to explore and develop new work.

Cocktail Tickets: $650 [$600 tax deductible]..cocktails 6-8 pm. Donor Tickets: $1,500 [$1,350 tax deductible]…full evening and will be credited as donor in the evening's program. Patron Table for 10: $15,000 [$13,500 tax deductible]…will be credited as patron in the evening's program. Benefactor Table for 10: $25,000 [$23,500 tax deductible]…guest credited as benefactor in the evening's program. Distinguished Benefactor Table for 10: $50,000 [$48,500 tax deductible]…guest credited as distinguished benefactor in the evening program and will receive one page of advertising in the auction catalog. Please contact Erin Wainwright: +1 212 253 7484 x10 or benefit@watermillcenter.org. Please make all checks payable to The Byrd Hoffman Water Mill Foundation and mail to: Erin Wainwright, 115 W. 29th St. Flr 10, NY, NY 10001. The Byrd Hoffman Water Mill Foundation is grateful for the generous support of Plukka. Additional support has been received from Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC and Theory. Spirits provided by Casamigos Tequila, Hendrick's Gin, Sag Harbor Rum, Tito's Handmade Vodka. Beer provided by Peroni. Wine provided by Mouton Rothschild. Additional beverages provided by Voss Artesian Water from Norway.

Watch the video from The 21st Annual Watermill Summer Benefit & Auction below…go to website! http://www.watermillcenter.org/benefit

Saturday, July 18, 2015 in The Hamptons!

Join us for the 25th anniversary of Chefs & Champagne®, the James Beard Foundation’s annual summer tasting party in the Hamptons. We're honoring celebrated TV personality, chef, and cookbook author Carla Hall. You'll also find flowing Champagne Taittinger , the wines of Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Stella Artois®, and culinary offerings from a select group of over 40 celebrated chefs, many from JBF Award–winning restaurants.Guest of Honor: Carla Hall, Daytime Emmy Award–Winning Chef and Cookbook Author.VIP Reception: 5-6 PM. Chefs & Champagne Main Event: 6-8:30 PM. VIP After-Party: 8:30-10 PM.  

General Admission: JBF members $200, general publi $275 (includes all tastings, silent auction, and gift bag). VIP Premium Admission: $375 for JBF members and general public. VIP Tables of 10: $4,000 (VIP experience includes exclusive reception to all tastings, reserved table seating, silent auction preview, gift bag, and invitation to the VIP after-party). http://www.jamesbeard.org/chefsandchampagne

                          Photo Credit: Marke Von Holden

                                      Photo Credit: Greg Powers

The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation will celebrate its 11th Annual “A HAMPTONS HAPPENING” fundraiser for cancer research at the home of Maria & Kenneth Fishel and family, in Bridgehampton on July 11, 2015. 6:30-10 pm. Featuring renowned chefs/restaurateurs and caterers. Leading off this year will be Mauro Maccioni and the Le Cirque Group, which include Circo, Sirio’s and Le Cirque, as well as John DeLucie of Crown Group Hospitality, who will represent his highly acclaimed restaurants, Bill’s Food & Drink and The Lion.

In addition, 30-plus chefs will host their own tables. This year promises to have not only the largest amount of chefs, but the most varied menus to include, Asian, Indian, Organic, Seafood, as well as extraordinary tables hosted by the finest pastry chefs. There will be open bar, hot NYC DJ, Super Dave, provided by Allen Dalton Productions, who promises to pack the dance floor and a top-notch live and silent auction, featuring various experience packages, as well as one-of-a-kind luxury items, to run through the course of the evening.

Founding Chairs, Marion Waxman and Laurie Schaffran, will again be at the helm, with Pamela Morgan & Michael Trokel serving as the Event Chairs. The honorees for the evening are Marc J. Leder Co-CEO Sun Capital Partners and Bobby Zarin, Chairman, Zarin Fabrics and real estate developer. Luxury fashion house St. John is the Fashion Honoree. WCBS-TV Channel 2 news anchor Chris Wragge will serve as emcee for the fourth consecutive year. For more information please call Linda B. Shapiro, 631-725-2023. lbspro@optonline.net or Jessica Mackin at 516 658-6371.

The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation is an international organization dedicated to curing and preventing cancer. The Foundation is a pioneer in cancer research and its mission is to eradicate cancer by funding cutting-edge research that identifies and corrects abnormal gene function that causes cancer and develops minimally toxic treatments for patients. Since its inception in 1976, the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation has awarded more than $85 million to support the work of more than 200 researchers across the globe. www.waxmancancer.org. See more at: http://www.waxmancancer.org/News-Resources/Press-Releases/2015/2015-Hamptons-Happening#sthash.7hO1Y64r.dpuf

July 18, 2015

ST BARTH HAMPTONS, BRIDGEHAMPTON, NY

4th Annual Event 2015. Hosted by Katie Lee. Presented by Social Life Magazine & St. Barth Tourism. 6-10pm. 2368 Montauk Hwy, Bridgehampton. For info, www.stbarthhamptons.com.

Saturday, July 11, 2015

Please join us for the 2015 MIDSUMMER PARTY at THE PARRISH MUSEUM in THE HAMPTONS in WATER MILL, NY. The highlight of the Hamptons summer social season, this annual event brings together almost 1,000 artists, philanthropists, business leaders & world guests in support of the Parrish. Enjoy dinner on the Mildred C. Brinn terrace by Olivier Cheng Catering and Events, with event design by Ron Wendt Design. Following dinner, dance to the sounds of Coleman Music in the Lichtenstein Theater. 6:30pm - Cocktails; 7:30pm - Dinner; 10pm - “After Ten Party”. Dinner Tickets start at $1,500; Dinner Tables start at $15,000. “After Ten Party” Dancing, Drinks & Dessert 10pm-1am: $200 p/ticket & $100 p/ticket for Parrish Contemporaries Circle Members (Limit 2). Tickets at the Contemporaries Circle pricing can only be purchased by phone. http://www.parrishart.org/AfterTen2015.

For more information or to purchase tickets and/or sponsorship: 631-283-2118 x 150 or benefitevents@parrishart.org. The Parrish Art Museum is grateful for the generous support of Presenting Sponsor Grand Prix Cafe. Additional support has been received from Participating Sponsors Art Southampton, and ArtElliman, presented by Douglas Elliman Development Marketing; as well as Supporting Sponsor Whitewall Magazine. For Midsummer Party corporate sponsorship, go to Parrish website or call 631-283-2118 ext. 123.

                                    Midsummer Party 2014 Photo: Joe Schildhorn/BFANYC.com

June 20, 2015: 15th Annual Midsummer Night Drinks fundraiser in Sagaponack, NY

Over the past fourteen years, Midsummer Night Drinks has become one of the most anticipated events of the Hamptons season. Each year, some four hundred generous friends enjoy a memorable June evening of cocktails, music, and spectacular views, at a significant private home in the Hamptons. The 15th Annual Midsummer Night Drinks will be hosted by Richard and Marcia Mishaan at their home in Sagaponack NY on June 20th. Hosts: Richard & Marcia Mishaan, Scott Bruckner, Jeff Gates & Mike Moran, Jeff Pfeifle & David Granville, Margaret Russell, Michael Sennott. All funds raised allow us to continue our important work at "God's Love We Deliver". Midsummer Night Drinks is a great way to kick off the Hamptons "summer season" while supporting one of New York City's most beloved charities. https://www.glwd.org/tix/item.jsp?p=MSD&s=drinks

God's Love We Deliver hosts 4 "Signature" fundraising annual events: Authors In Kind, Midsummer Night Drinks, Golden Heart Awards, & Race to Deliver. God's Love We Deliver turned 30 years old on May 1, 2015. Every day our clients struggle with malnutrition, hunger, illness and isolation. Together, we are dedicated to cooking and delivering the individually-tailored meals and nutrition counseling our clients require at a time in their lives when they need it most. We do this - free of charge - with dignity, respect and compassion.

June 27, 2015

Save the Bay Annual Fundraising Cocktail Party: “Moriches Bay Project Oyster Fling”. 7-10 PM. 906 Dune Rd, West Hampton Dunes. The night will have a Caribbean theme with an Ernest Hemingway The Old Man and the Sea twist. Plus, for the first time ever, Moriches Bay Project will be offering an “Oyster Fling,” where you’ll take a walk through a picture-filled path to the bay, get to see the first MBP oyster farm and be able to put baby mollusks in a real oyster cage. MBP scientists and WHB high school students will be on hand to answer any questions. Key attractions of this not-to-be missed event include: Reggae Music by Panama; Catering by Buoy One – raw bar, hot seafood bar, BBQ meats & more; Full bar; Cigar Bar; “The Oyster” wine by Proud pour; Auction Table. Co -Chaired by Eleanor Kobel & Brian Tymann. http://www.morichesbayproject.org/save-the-bay

The Moriches Bay Project (“Project”) is an aquatic restoration program created in 2013, by the West Hampton Dunes Barrier Beach Association, a 501(c)(3) non-profit volunteer organization, and by First Coastal Corporation, a coastal environmental consulting firm based out of Westhampton Beach. As a mission to improve overall water quality in Moriches Bay, and increase its environmental productivity, the Project is dedicated to reestablishing populations of shellfish and eelgrass to this fragile marine environment. 

Saturday, June 20, 2015

29th Annual Garden Tour Celebrating the Village of Southampton to benefit the Animal Rescue Fund of the Hamptons.

Historic Village of Southampton. Self-Guided Tour. 11am - 5pm. RAIN or SHINE. Gardens Featured: Katharina Otto-Bernstein and Nathan Bernstein; The Fairwind Garden, Anke and Juergen Friedrich; Ashley and Jeff McDermott; Irene and Bernard Schwartz; Margaret and R. Peter Sullivan. Cocktail Reception from 5-6:30pm at Blue Haven, the legendary home of Lisa and Donald Jackson. Barbara Slifka and Mark Fichandler, Chairs. Tour Tickets $85. Tour & Cocktail Reception Tickets $175. Tickets also available at The Bayberry, East Hampton Gardens, Lynch's Garden Center, Mecox Gardens, Sag Harbor Florist. Tickets are non-refundable. For tickets contact jean@arfhamptons.org or call 631-537-0400 x219.

Saturday, June 20, 2015

Please join us At the Best Event in the Hamptons this Summer

For Our 20th Anniversary Gala Celebration “veinte"

Featuring dancing to the Live Music of Tito Puente, Jr., & his 10-Piece Band. Delectable Dinner Stations by Chef Peter Ambrose. Fabulous Auction Opportunities. Thirst Quenching Open Bar Cocktails and Wine Benefitting The Ellen Hermanson Breast Center at Southampton Hospital The New Ellen Hermanson Breast Center in Hampton Bays Ellen's Well. At Steven Klein's West Kill Farm in Bridgehampton (Address & directions will be emailed to ticket purchasers). Honoring Philanthropist, Andy Sabin. Event Chair, Jean Shafiroff. Event Coordinator, Linda Shapiro. 6:30-10:30pm. http://www.ellensrun.org/party.html

Tickets start at $400. Junior Tickets for ages 30 & under $175. For tickets & more information, please contact Linda Shapiro of LBS Productions at 631.725.2023 or bspro@optonline.net and RSVP!

The Flood Sisters “Love.Give.Life Fashion Show Gala”

The Flood Sisters Kidney Foundation of America Invites you to our Love.Give.Life Fashion Show Gala To Create Awareness for Kidney Disease & Organ Donation. Thursday, June 11, 2015. 7-10 PM. Trump Tower. 725 5th Ave, NYC.

Hosted by PIX 11 News 4-Time Emmy Award Reporter, Kirstin Cole & The Flood Sisters. Surprise Celebrity Guest. Honoring: Michael Dellorso, kidney transplant recipient,  Andrea LaPierre Battista, kidney donor Montefiore Transplant Team

Guests are invited to an elegant Dinner and Fashion Show with top NYC designers such as Nanette Lepore, EILEEN FISHER, Norma Kamali, Dana-Maxx and GUESS. There will be a Silent Auction with items from Ferrari USA, DryBar, A look from designer, Dana-Maxx, Late Night With Seth Meyers, ELTAMD SKINCARE, Vineyard Vines, BARE SKIN & LASER and more.

Fabulous gift bags will be provided to guests with items from Benefit Cosmetics, Neuhaus Chocolates, Orogold Cosmetics and Modern Minerals.

Speakers: 12 year old Acacia Puleo, 3 organ donor recipient, Andrea Samson, 20 year old in need of a kidney donor. Montefiore Kidney Transplant Team.

* Tickets: Please note no tickets will be sold at the door. Ticketing Link:

http://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-flood-sisters-lovegivelife-fashion-show-gala-tickets-16959258599

For questions, sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at info@floodsisters.org

Resident Magazine

R E S I D E N T

Celebrated Jean Shafiroff’s May 2015 Cover

On Wednesday, May 27^th, 2015, Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff celebrated her May 2015 cover of Resident Magazine at Villagio on the Park in NYC. Guests celebrated at hotspot Villagio on the Park’s exclusive VIP event space where they sipped on cocktails and dined on a selection of gourmet hors d’oeuvres. Guests included cover girl Jean Shafiroff (Philanthropist), Dorinda Medley (RHONY), John Mahdessian (RHONY and owner of  Madame Paulette), Delania Dixon (Vh1, The Gossip Table), Michael Travin (Publisher, Resident Magazine), Pamela Jacobs (Editor-In-Chief, Resident Magazine), Lisa Bernstein (Resident Magazine), Roy Kean, Barbara and Peter Regna, Martin Shafiroff, Chiu-Ti Jansen, Alisa Roever, Katlean DeMonchy, Nicole DiCocco and Lucia Hwong Gordon.  

In the May 2015 issue of Resident Magazine, Cover girl Jean Shafiroff discusses her passion for philanthropy. Jean serves on several charitable organizations including The New York Women’s Foundation, NYC Mission Society, Couture Council and the French Heritage Society.  In addition she lends her support to numerous other charities. As for what motivates her to work as hard as she does on behalf of New Yorkers, she told the publication, “We live in a city where 30% of the children live at or below the poverty level. I can’t just go on living here and remain idle. I must try to facilitate change. We live in an age when the middle class is having a tougher time to survive.”

About Jean Shafiroff

Jean Shafiroff is a noted philanthropist who is actively involved as a volunteer fundraiser and leader of several charitable causes. She sits on the board of seven charities. Jean’s particular interests include charities related to women, health care, animals and the people of the cities she calls home, including New York Women’s Foundation, Couture Council, Southampton Hospital, NYC Mission Society, JBFCS, Southampton Animal Shelter, Lighthouse Guild and French Heritage Society.

About Resident Magazine

Resident Magazine is a New York publication with the mission to inform its readers on the latest news in the five boroughs. Resident Magazine reaches its high net worth readers in a variety of different ways. Having been distributed in print for over 25 years, it is a household name amongst New Yorkers that reaches multiple generations. 

For More Information: www.Resident.com

Press Contact: Norah Lawlor / Lawlor Media Group. www.lawlormediagroup.com) Norah@lawlormediagroup.com / Tel: (212) 967-6900

                                                                     Jean Shafiroff. Photo Credit: James Edstrom

                                                                    Tracey Stern.  Photo Credit: Sean Zanni/PatrickMcMullan.com

                                     Pamela Jacobs, Melissa Kassis, Michael Travin, Lisa Bernstein.  Photo Credit: James Edstrom

                                                                       Alessandra Emanuel, Pilar Rossi.  

                                                                       Photo Credit: Sean Zanni/PatrickMcMullan.com

Saturday, June 6, 2015

DECORATORS-DESIGNERS-DEALERS SALE, AUCTIONS & COCKTAIL PARTY GALA 

The 23rd Annual Southampton Fresh Air Home’s Decorators-Designers-Dealers (DDD) Sale, Auctions and Cocktail Party Gala will be held on Saturday, June 6. 5-8:30 pm. This is the opening fundraising party of the summer season, and features our famous live, silent and wine auctions, and an extraordinary home furnishings and antiques sale. The Auctions feature items from top names in fashion, jewelry, travel, fine dining, entertainment, sports, health and beauty, as well as priceless one-of-a-kind items! The Wine Auction will feature a selection of wines that could rival the best of any private collection. Tickets: http://www.sfah.org/ddd.html

The fabulous furniture sale will feature choice and rare antiques, gently used and new home furnishings—designer furniture, lamps, paintings, framed prints, fabrics, decorative accessories and much, much more.  For almost two decades, guests from Manhattan, Connecticut, Palm Beach and the Hamptons have lined up hours in advance to have first choice of these extraordinary treasures, beautifully showcased by our design team, and offered at amazing prices.

Southampton Fresh Air Home, 36 Barkers Island Road, Southampton, NY 11968.

Sunday, May 24, 2015

PPHP’s 27th Annual East End Benefit *Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic

Please join us at the 27th Annual East End Benefit from 5-7 pm at a spectacular garden estate in Sag Harbor, NY. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction.

Special Guest: Cecile Richards, President, Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Co-Chairs: Bonnie Buckner, Michael Halsband, Jill Scheuer. Honorary Chair: Dorothy Lichtenstein.

The event will feature a silent auction and special opportunity to support the PPHP programs and services that mean the most to you! All proceeds benefit PPHP’s programs and services in Suffolk County. Contact: Jenifer Van Deinse. jenifer.vandeinse@pphp.org. (631) 240-1128. Tickets $300. Junior Ticket $150. Sponsorship packages are available as well.Please visit www.pphp.org/eastend for more information.

See more details at: http://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-hudson-peconic/events#sthash.Lq6pj5XJ.dpuf

KINKY BOOTS….the Tony-winning Best Musical with music by Tony® and Grammy®-winning pop icon CYNDI LAUPER and a book by Tony-winner Harvey Fierstein. It is based on the 2005 film Kinky Boots by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth, which was inspired by true events. KINKY BOOTS is a highly entertaining and inspirational story about understanding and accepting yourself and others for who they are. It’s the story about two men who come from distinctly different backgrounds, yet genuinely realize how much they have in common and the importance of understanding and friendship. 

KINKY BOOTS is a fabulous high energy Broadway musical. Great music, highly entertaining and a talented cast. The finale was inspiring and uplifting! A must see. At the Al Hirschfeld Theatre, NYC. http://kinkybootsthemusical.com/reviews.php

Photos: http://kinkybootsthemusical.com/media.php

The New York Times:

“THE HOTTEST MUSICAL ON BROADWAY! CYNDI LAUPER has created a score with audience-hugging charisma that performs like a pop star on Ecstasy. KINKY BOOTS is an emotional button-pusher about finding your passion, overcoming prejudice and transcending stereotypes. The finale is one of THE BEST CURTAIN NUMBERS since ‘You Can’t Stop the Beat’ sent HAIRSPRAY audiences DANCING OUT OF THE THEATRE. WONDERFUL!” 

ABC News:

“THE MOST TALKED-ABOUT SHOW ON BROADWAY! So much FUN, YOU’LL DANCE OUT OF THE THEATRE. YOU’VE GOT TO SEE IT. CYNDI LAUPER delivers the BEST BROADWAY SCORE IN YEARS!”

Entertainment Weekly:

“You’d be a HEEL not to have fun at KINKY BOOTS! It’s CAUSE FOR CELEBRATION! BILLY PORTER is REMARKABLE in a STAR-MAKING TURN.”

The New York Observer:

“PERFECT for giving your out-of-town guests THE IDEAL BIG BROADWAY EXPERIENCE!”

TimeOut New York:

“THE VERY MODEL OF A MODERN MAJOR MUSICAL. It’s IRRESISTIBLE, with a HEART-STRONG cast. If you’ve been low, KINKY BOOTS may be just the thing to get you back on your feet! BILLY PORTER brings sass, dignity and vocal authority to a part he has seemingly been training all his life to play.”

                          Photo Credit: Matthew Murphy

                          Photo Credit: http://kinkybootsthemusical.com/media.php

                           Photo Credit: http://kinkybootsthemusical.com/media.php

                          Photo Credit: http://kinkybootsthemusical.com/media.php

                          Photo Credit: http://kinkybootsthemusical.com/media.php

“It Shoulda Been You”: 9 DRAMA LEAGUE & OUTER CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD NOMINATIONS INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL!

It Shoulda Been You, the new musical comedy about two families of different backgrounds coming together to celebrate a wedding, starring Tyne Daly, Harriet Harris, David Burtka and Sierra Boggess. Tony and Emmy winner David Hyde Pierce (Curtains, "Frasier") makes his Broadway directorial debut with It Shoulda Been You. The musical is very entertaining, full of surprises, and the audience can’t stop laughing! A must see.

The musical opened on Broadway at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre on April 14th. Produced by Daryl Roth, Scott Landis, Jane Bergère, Jayne Baron Sherman, Patty Baker, Broadway Across America, Clear Channel Spectacolor, Gloken LLC, James L. Nederlander, John O’Boyle, and Judith Ann Abrams/Jacki Barlia Florin. http://www.itshouldabeenyou.com

Drama League Awards were announced on April 21st. It Shoulda Been You received three nods, including Outstanding Production of a Broadway Musical! The 2014-15 Outer Critics Circle Awards announced that It Shoulda Been You received six nods, including Outstanding New Broadway Musical!

“ THE FRESHEST, FUNNIEST MUSICAL OF THE SEASON! ”

USA TODAY

“ 100 MINUTES OF COMIC GOLD! ”

THE HOLLYWOOD REPORTER

“ A MADCAP MUSICAL WITH AN ALL-STAR CAST! ”

TIME OUT NY

                                              Photography By Joan Marcus

                                             Photography By Joan Marcus

                                          Photography By Joan Marcus

Dance Against Cancer: An Evening to Benefit the American Cancer Society, Monday, April 27, 2015 

Producers Erin Fogarty and Daniel Ulbricht have partnered with the American Cancer Society to present the5^th annual Dance Against Cancer. VIP guests will enjoy cocktails & hors d'oeuvres at 6pm, followed by world premiere dance performances at 7pm from companies including New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Gallim Dance, members of NYC's Broadway community and more. Tickets are $150 General Admission, $300 VIP and $500 Preferred VIP with dress rehearsal access and are available at dacny.org. All proceeds from this event will benefit research initiatives as well as all patient and family service programs that American Cancer Society funds. Since its inauguration, Dance Against Cancer has raised over $325,000 in support of the American Cancer Society. AXA Equitable Theater, 787 Seventh Ave, NYC.

Press Contact: Michelle Tabnick, (646) 765-4773. michelle@michelletabnickcommunications.com

Attendees: Joe and Diana DiMenna, John and Jody Arnhold, Stuart Coleman and Meryl Rosofsky, Judith Hoffman, Phil Livingston, The Bommer Family, Christopher Abbott, Carmen Marc Valvo, Lar Lubovitch, Twyla Tharp, Lynne Taylor-Corbett, Damian Woetzel and Heather Watts. Presenting Sponsors: Jody & John Arnhold and Diana & Joseph DiMenna.

Dance Against Cancer 

Co-producers and longtime friends Erin Fogarty and Daniel Ulbricht conceived Dance Against Cancer in 2010. They both have close ties to the cause as Ms. Fogarty lost her father in 2011 after a seven-year battle with colon cancer and Mr. Ulbricht's mother is currently battling uterine cancer. The benefit brings together artists from leading dance companies from New York City and beyond for a night of beautiful performances, world premieres and great company. 

About the American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of more than three million volunteers saving lives and fighting for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. As the largest voluntary health organization, the Society's efforts have contributed to a 20 percent decline in cancer death rates in the U.S. since 1991, and a 50 percent drop in smoking rates. 

Chita Rivera returns to Broadway as the star of Kander and Ebb's The Visit, based on Friedrich Dürrenmatt's 1956 play. The Broadway show began performances on March 26 and opened on April 23 at the Lyceum Theatre. Chita Rivera’s inspiring and charismatic performance in a tale of romance, betrayal and revenge was memorable!

The Visit is directed by Tony Award-winning John Doyle (Sweeney Todd, Company). It is produced by Tom Kirdahy, Edgar Bronfman, Jr., Tom Smedes, Hugh Hayes, Peter Stern, Judith Ann Abrams, Rich Affannato, Hunter Arnold, Carl Daikeler, Ken Davenport, Bharat Mitra & Bhavani Lev, Peter May, Ted Snowdon, Gabrielle Palitz/Weatherby & Fishman LLC, Marguerite Hoffman/Jeremy Youett, Carlos Arana/Terry Loftis, Veenerick & Katherine Vos Van Liempt, 42nd.Club/Silva Theatrical and The Shubert Organization, in association with Williamstown Theatre Festival. For details, go to http://www.thevisitmusical.com.

“Chita Rivera sweeps the audience with a gaze that could freeze over hell. 

But beneath the frost, this ice queen is hot stuff.”

– THE NEW YORK TIMES

“The Visit has a dark, sinister beauty.”

– VARIETY

“Chita Rivera’s smallest gestures sparkle with sureness and poise”

– USA TODAY

“Fascinating and alluring.”

– TIME OUT NY

“Roger Rees gives a nuanced, moving performance.”

– USA TODAY

                                         Chita Rivera, "The Visit"

                                            Chita Rivera stars on Broadway in "The Visit". Photo Credit: AP.

                                         Tom Nelis, Chita Rivera, Chris Newcomer and Matthew Deming.                                                      

                                         Photo Credit: Joan Marcus.

                                 "The Visit". New York Post.

                                   "The Visit".  Photo Credit Thom Kaine.

THE NEW YORK CENTER FOR CHILDREN (NYCC) Hosted 

THE 20^TH ANNIVERSARY SPRING COCKTAIL RECEPTION

With Hosts

Kevin Ryan, Michele Herbert, Heidi Mitchell, Christine Rales, 

Sophie Ann Terrisse, and Lauren Vernon

(New York, NY) April 20, 2015- The New York Center for Children (NYCC) hosted its 20^th Anniversary Spring Cocktail Reception on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 at Bar at Clement at the Peninsula Hotel in New York City. The event raised money in support of the organization’s mission to support victims of child abuse and their families with anything they might need.

Over 130 supporters gathered at the Bar Clement for cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres and participated in a silent auction to benefit the charity, which took place through the duration of the event. Auction highlights included a three night stay in a superior suite at The Peninsula Hotel in Paris, a private dinner for eight at Clement, Personal styling and shopping with Kirna Zabete Founder Sarah Easley, a selection of clothing from designer Harrison Morgan, a weekend vacation package for the Westcott B&B in Hudson, New York and a selection of paintings created by NYCC clients.

Kevin Ryan, Chairman of the New York Center for Children, addressed the crowd of supporters thanking them for their attendance. He mentioned that it’s the contributions from loyal donors that help the NYCC execute its mission and provide child abuse victims and their families, regardless of financial standing, with the support they need. The Board of Directors include: Georgette Mosbacher (Founder), Kate Spade (Chair Emeritus), Kevin Ryan (Chair), Michele Herbert, Christine Rales, Heidi Mitchell, Sophie Ann Terrisse, Lauren Vernon, Martin Richards (In Memorium). 

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About the New York Center For Children

Founded in 1995 by the 55-year-old national child abuse-prevention organization, Childhelp, with the aid of the late Broadway producer Marty Richards and philanthropist Georgette Mossbacher, the New York Center for Children (NYCC) is a child-friendly Center, providing free, comprehensive evaluation and therapy services to victims of child abuse and their families. NYCC also offers professional training on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of child abuse. All of the programs and services provided by NYCC are completely free of charge. NYCC is a not-for-profit organization that relies on donations to cover the costs of operations. NYCC serves all families, including those without insurance. NYCC serves children from all five boroughs of NYC. For more information on NYCC, visit  newyorkcenterforchildren.org

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                      Lauren Vernon, Nick Loeb, Nicole DiCocco==20th Anniversary To Benefit The New York Center  For Children.

                          ©Patrick McMullan==Photo - Owen Hoffmann/patrickmcmullan.com                       

                          Michele Herbert, Kathleen Turner==20th Anniversary To Benefit The New York Center For Children.

                          ©Patrick McMullan==Photo - Owen Hoffmann/patrickmcmullan.com

                          Michele Herbert, Jean Shafiroff, Kevin Ryan, Lauren Vernon, Christine Crowther. 20th Anniversary To Benefit  

                          The New York Center For Children. ©Patrick McMullan==Photo - Owen Hoffmann/patrickmcmullan.com                               

Wednesday, April 15, 2015

THE NEW YORK CENTER FOR CHILDREN CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO THE “20^TH ANNIVERSARY SPRING COCKTAIL RECEPTION”

Hosted by Christine Rales, Kate Spade, Kevin J. Ryan, Michele Herbert, Sophie Ann Terrisse, Lauren Vernon and Heidi Mitchell. With special guest Georgette Mosbacher. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served and all proceeds of the night will benefit the center.

The New York Center for Children (NYCC) is hosting its 20^th Anniversary Spring Cocktail Reception at Bar at Clement at the Peninsula Hotel in NYC. Please join the NYCC in celebrating 20 years of helping our neediest children achieve their potential.

Founded in 1995, the NYCC is the only independent center in New York that offers relief to families and children who have been victims of abuse, providing free, comprehensive therapy for as long as they need. The dedicated staff will never turn a child in need away. The NYCC is a nonprofit that relies on donations to ensure it is able to provide these services.

Honorary Chair of the NYCC Board of Directors Kate Spade believes that at the Center, “Children are supported in their journey to a safer place. There is no other organization quite like it.” To date, the center has helped more than 15,000 families receive care. The NYCC also provides groundbreaking training programs about how to diagnose, treat and prevent child abuse for medical students, doctors, nurses and first responders across the globe. So far, it has trained more than 20,000 medical professions. 

When: Wednesday, April 15TH. Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres: 6: 30 PM- 8:30 PM

Where: Bar at Clement at the Hotel Peninsula. 700 Fifth Ave (54^th/55^th Streets)

About the New York Center For Children

Founded in 1995 by the 55-year-old national child abuse-prevention organization, Childhelp, with the aid of the late Broadway producer Marty Richards and philanthropist Georgette Mossbacher, the New York Center for Children (NYCC) is a child-friendly Center, providing free, comprehensive evaluation and therapy services to victims of child abuse and their families. NYCC also offers professional training on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of child abuse. All of the programs and services at NYCC are completely free of charge. NYCC is a not-for-profit organization that relies on donations to cover the costs of operations. NYCC serves all families, including those without insurance. For more information on NYCC, visit  newyorkcenterforchildren.org

Press Contact: Norah Lawlor | Lawlor Media Group (www.lawlormediagroup.com)

RSVP@lawlormediagroup.com | Tel: (212) 967-6900