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Tuesday, October 15, 2013
Second Annual Blue Horizon Foundation Gala

The Blue Horizon Foundation team and our wonderful host committee invite you to join us at our Second Annual Blue Horizon Foundation Gala at Gustavinos. We invite all of our supporters, friends and those looking to support a worthy cause, for an evening of Fine Foods, Cocktails, Entertainment and an opportunity to contribute toward Blue Horizon Foundation. Individual tickets $300. Cocktails 7pm; Dinner 8pm; Live Auction 9 pm. Gustavinos, 409 E. 59th St, NYC.

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Our team remains committed to providing medical treatments for those who are unable to afford it, and your support enables us to continue to improve lives. Please purchase your tickets and tables in advance, as this event is sure to be bigger and better than the last. 

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Thursday, September 19, 2013                  

2013 Vanidades 3rd Annual ICONS of Style Awards. Mandarin Oriental in NYC. Invite Only. 7:30-11 pm. In 2010 Vanidades celebrated its 50th Anniversary by honoring three of the most influential Hispanic designers; Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, & Narciso Rodriguez. After reaching 50 years in the Hispanic market, Vanidades has evolved into an iconic figure within the industry. For the 4th year, Vanidades will continue to host a gala and award ceremony to honor the top icons of style in the fashion, styling and music industries; as well as Man of Style and Mujer Vanidades awards held in NY in September during Hispanic Heritage Month. Confirmed Sponsors: Pantene, RL Fragrances, United Airlines, Veuve Clicquot, Panama Tourism (CNS), and Macy’s.

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Monday, September 30, 2013, Manhattan                

BORN FOR BROADWAY has announced that their 4th annual celebrity cabaret, featuring Broadway & TV stars donating their time and talent to raise money for paralysis-based organizations, will be take place at 54 Below, 254 W 54th St, on Monday Sept 30, 2013, at 9 PM. Hosts and full talent will be announced. The news comes as BORN FOR BROADWAY receives the inaugural Heart of NY Award, honoring arts organizations that have benefited the NY community. Previously, Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer declared May 21, 2012 as “Born For Broadway Day” in the Borough of Manhattan. Tickets are now for sale, ranging from $40-150. Doors will open to the public at 8:45 PM with a 9:30 PM curtain. For tickets, visit ticketweb.com.      

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Tony nominated director Marcia Milgrom Dodge (Ragtime) will direct; Lawrence Yurman (Far From Heaven, On A Clear Day You Can See Forever, Grey Gardens) is Music Director. In past years, Tony winner James Naughton, Richard Kind (“Luck,” “Mad About You,” “Spin City”), “Glee” star Jenna Ushkowitz, Tony nominee Malcolm Gets, “NewsRadio” star Vicki Lewis, Tony nominee Orfeh, and Aaron Lazar were among the many Broadway and TV stars that have performed in Born for Broadway galas.

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“Sir” Ivan Wilzig hosted the Sinners and Sailors Soiree this Labor Day weekend at his Watermill home. The nautical theme bash supported Ivan’s non-profit organization, the Peaceman Foundation, which battles hatred, violence and P.T.S.D., all year and to support Wounded Warriors. Guests wore elaborate costumes....men were in white with sailor’s hats and women dressed in burlesque inspired attire. Ivan’s castle was made to look like a battleship, named the U.S.S. Sir Ivan’s Castle.

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The 2013 US Open officially kicked off Monday night with Moët & Chandon – the official Champagne of the US Open – with guests including actors Kevin Spacey and Cuba Gooding Jr., models Kelly Killoren Bensimon and Elettra Rossellini Wiedemann, fashion designer Chris Benz and figure skating champion Johnny Weir celebrating the start of the Open with Moët & Chandon!  

Before all the action in the Moët Suite, Opening Night of the US Open began with the star-studded USTA Serves Opening Night Gala in the President’s Suite, where actor Kevin Spacey – who led an exciting charitable auction during the Gala – as well as tennis legend Billie Jean King and US tennis players Bob Bryan and Mike Bryan signed a bottle of Moët & Chandon – crystalized with the US Open logo – for the USTA Serves. Ludovic du Plessis, VP Moët & Chandon USA presented one of the most celebratory auction items of the evening: one year of Moët & Chandon Imperial – 365 bottles, one for each day – which auctioned for $15,000, with all funds going to USTA Serves!

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On Saturday, August 24, 2013, guests attended a fabulous and unique fundraiser, “A Blast from the Past”, at East Hampton Studios in Wainscott. The event supported Michael Milken’s Prostate Cancer Foundation, the world’s largest source of funds for prostate cancer research.The fundraiser was one of the highlights of the Charles Evans PCF Pro-Am Tournament at the Hamptons from August 23-25, 2013 for the benefit of the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Hosts included Leon & Debra Black; David & Julia Koch; Richard & Karen LeFrak; Dick Merkin; Mike & Lori Milken; Glenn & Jennifer Myles. The event was inspired by the blockbuster musical film “Grease.” Guests stepped back to the 50‘s and early 60‘s with the Rydell H.S. sock hop, a one-of-a-kind classic car exhibit, carhops, movies, celebrity guests, and much more. Special guest artists Hall & Oates provided fantastic live entertainment as guests danced in their authentic 1950’s costumes. Dinner was prepared by renowned chef David Burke. Media Contact: Lawlor Media Group, c/o Norah Lawlor,www.lawlormediagroup.com.                                                                                                                   Photos Lenny Stucker / lennystucker.com

 

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Saturday, August 24, 2013                                                                                                                                 BLAST FROM THE PAST. Leon & Debra Black; David & Julia Koch; Richard & Karen LeFrak; Dick Merkin; Mike & Lori Milken; Glenn & Jennifer Myles INVITE YOU TO PULL OUT THOSE POODLE SKIRTS, GREASE BACK THAT HAIR AND JOIN SOME REALLY COOL CATS AS WE CELEBRATE THE 1950′S WITH THE RYDELL HIGH SCHOOL SOCK HOP & THE ICONIC TIME CAPTURED IN HAVE A BLAST WITH CLASSIC ONE-OF-A-KIND CARS, CARHOPS, MOVIES, CELEBRITY GUESTS, SPECIAL SURPRISE ENTERTAINMENT, A ROCKIN’ SODA FOUNTAIN AND SOCK HOP. SPECIAL GUEST ARTISTS: HALL & OATES. STYLED & PRODUCED BY COLIN COWIE. GUEST CHEF DAVID BURKE. BE THERE OR BE SQUARE! Tickets: $500-$25,000+, $225,000. http://firstwallst.com/press-releases/(310) 570-4720 EAST HAMPTON STUDIOS. 75 Industrial Rd, Wainscott.

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Saturday, August 17, 2013


HEAT's Pink Apron Party + Celebrity Chef Tasting 7-10 pm. Benefit for The Ellen Hermanson Breast Health Center at Southampton Hospital. Private Residence. Honorees: Iris Dankner + Dr. Harold Freeman. Honorary Chair: Christie Brinkley. Celebrity Chef Host and MC: Anne Burrell. Celebrity Chef Chair: Alexandra Guarnaschelli. Founding Chairs: Emily Levin, Esq. and Julie Ratner, Ed.D.

CELEBRITY CHEFS: Einat Admony of Ballaboosta; Amanda Cohen of Dirt Candy; Elizabeth Falkner of Kreshendo; Kathleen King of Tate's Bakery; Sara Beth Levine of Sarabeth's; Anita Lo of Anissa; Barbara Sibley of La Palapa
(More to come!). Ticket price: $300 & up. For tickets and more information please contact Linda Shapiro of LBS Productions at 631.725.2023 or bspro@optonline.net and RSVP! http://ellensrun.org/heat.html

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Saturday, August 17, 2013
The Hamptons 2nd Annual Paddle & Party for Pink! Benefiting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation

Private residence of Lisa & Richard Perry in North Haven
Special Guests: Gabrielle Reece and Laird Hamilton. Co-Chairs: Maria & Larry Baum; Lisa & Richard Perry. Join us for Paddle Board Race followed by a Sunset Party with Music by DJ Cassidy! 7 am Race Check-in; 8 am Paddle Board Race; 6:30 pm Sunset Party. Last year's dinner was a masterful culinary collaboration provided by: The Beacon, Beaumarchais East Hampton a la Plage, Osteria Salina, Sen Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar, Topping Rose House, Toy Restaurant, Tutto Il Giorno Baked by Melissa, Sag Harbor Baking Company. Ticket for Cocktail Party: $750. This year's TBA. Please call the Breast Cancer Research Foundation 646.497.2697 or email lyoo@bcrfcure.org for more information. hamptonspaddleforpink.org

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Friday, August 16, 2013 

Artist + Writers First Pitch Cocktail Party
LTV Studio. 75 Industrial Rd, Wainscott. 6-8:30 pm. Food from Zok-kon, Rumba, Cowfish + Tacos Gordos! Water, Wine and Beer! Performance by SVET from America's Got Talent! Live & Silent Auctions. Come help support East Hampton Day Care Learning Center, East End Hospice, Phoenix House Adolescent Center in Wainscott and The Retreat.
The game’s hall of fame includes Alan Alda, Alec Baldwin, Bill Clinton, Chevy Chase, Ed Burns, Matthew Broderick, James Lipton, Jackson Pollock, Paul Simon, Peter Jennings, Regis Philbin, Yogi Berra, & Rudy Giuliani.$40 in advance, $50 at door or email deb@artistswritersgame.org for more information. www.artistswritersgame.org

Saturday, August 17, 2013: 2 pm      65th Ann Artists & Writers Charity Softball Game. Batting practice at 1:30 pm & Game begins at 2 pm. Herrick Park in East Hampton Family fun & lunch! Full list of both teams for famous Artists and Writers playing rain game! The game’s hall of fame includes Alan Alda, Alec Baldwin, Bill Clinton, Chevy Chase, Ed Burns, Matthew Broderick, James Lipton, Jackson Pollock, Paul Simon, Peter Jennings, Regis Philbin, Yogi Berra, & Rudy Giuliani.www.artistswritersgame.org

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Saturday, August 17, 2013        

Evidence, A Dance Company will host its 10th Ann “On Our Toes…In The Hamptons” Summer Benefit from 4-8 pm at Hayground School, 151 Mitchells Ln, Bridgehampton. Sag Harbor’s Susan L. Taylor & Khephra Burns to serve as Honorary Chairs. Cocktail Reception followed by a light Dinner & Dessert, Auction, a spectacular Performance by Evidence, and their signature “Dancing with the Dancers”. There will be a special performance of HIGH LIFE, by the internationally acclaimed-Evidence, A Dance Company. Choreographed by Founder & Artistic Director, Ronald K. Brown, HIGH LIFE draws striking parallels of the Great Migration in the U.S. by depicting the journeys from the South to the North and from West African villages to the city. All proceeds will support Evidence's mission to promote understanding of the human experience in the African Diaspora through dance and storytelling and to provide sensory connections to history and tradition through music, movement and spoken word leading deeper into issues of spirituality, community responsibility and liberation. Tickets: $350 & $500. Sponsor packages: $25,000, $15,000, $10,000 & $5,000. For tickets: www.evidencedance.com. For sponsorships info, contact Jacqueline McAllister at 718-230-4633 or specialevents@evidencedance.com. Contact: Shanta Bryant Gyan • 646-290-8211 • shanta@sbgcommunications.com

HONORARY CHAIRS: Susan L. Taylor, a Sag Harbor resident and Editor Emerita of Essence Magazine, and her husband Khephra Burns, author, playwright and producer, will serve as Honorary Chairs. The power couple hosted the first benefit to showcase African-American culture in the Hamptons.

BENEFIT COMMITTEE: Larry Satterfield, Board Chair; Gail Monroe-Perry, Secretary; Reginald Van Lee, Chairman Emeritus; Zaid Abdul-Aleem; Alvin Adell; Dwayne Ashley;  Monica F. Azare; Reginald Canal; Spike Lee; Leslie Mays; James Sullivan; Jocelyn Taylor;  and Dr. Ancy Verdier. YOUNG PATRON CO-CHAIRS: James Nixon and Curtis D. Young.

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Sunday, August 11, 2013
Inaugural Hamptons Design & Trade Show Bows. Opening Brunch & Cocktail Party to Benefit Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The show house which will feature the work of over 20 designers, artists and local businesses is the product of a unique and talented group of designers and artist from NYC to Montauk presented by ISC Design Concepts led by designer Scott Benjamin Tucker, The Hamptons Design & Trade Host Committee and Storm Motors. 1 pm. 470 Montauk Highway, Southampton. The Show House is a mid century, contemporary 3 level open plan Atterbury home steps from Shinnecock Bay in Southampton built on 2.5 acres of the original Grosvenor Atterbury Estate. Show House opens to the public for tours from 12-4PM Monday, Aug 12th-18th. Participants include designer Scott Benjamin Tucker; designer Jeff Muhs; Ernie J. Hulsey, the Mill at Southampton, Katie Huddleston, Pottery Barn Design; Artist Kevin Berlin, Wyatt Gallery; Orlando Dominguez, lighting designer; ONE 9; Catherine Litson, sculptor; Adrienne Whaeed, photographer; Paul Deo, artist. Tickets for the VIP brunch from 1-3 PM are $200. Later that evening there will be a VIP Poolside Cocktail reception from 5-7 PM. Tickets for the Cocktail Party are $100. A Special All-Day Guest Pass is $250. For tickets and informatioN www.hamptonsdtsh.com

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THE HAMPTON CLASSIC: AUG 25TH-SEPT 1ST, BRIDGEHAMPTON

The Hampton Classic, the leading Grand Prix show jumping horse show, returns to Bridgehampton, NY from August 25th to September 1st. The Hampton Classic Horse Show is considered one of the largest and most prestigious horse shows in the US. The Hampton Classic, situated on a 65-acre show ground, is always one of the top events of the summer and is known for its world-class equestrian competition, celebrity sightings, upscale shopping boutiques and entertainment for the entire family. The Hampton Classic features 6 show rings, a boutique garden with over 70 vendors, and a variety of dining choices. The Classic will be located in Bridgehampton off Montauk Highway, on Route 27 (at 240 Snake Hollow Road).

The Classic offers over 100 classes of competition for horses and riders. It features the Grand Prix and open jumper classes with Olympic medalists and other Grand Prix veterans. The Classic includes a wide variety jumper, hunter, equitation, short stirrup and leadline classes, including competitions for riders with disabilities. The $250,000 FTI Consulting Grand Prix and FEI World Cup™ Qualifier will take place on Sunday, September 1st and serves as a qualifying competition for the 2014 Longines FEI World Cup Final in France next April.


General Admission: Daily: $10/person (under 6 free) or $20/carload. Seniors free: Tuesday – Thursday; Kids free: Saturday. Reserved Seats for Grand Prix Sunday: $25 per person for bench seats in the Grandstands (in addition to $10/person or $20/carload admission) or $35 per person for premium center-section Grandstand seating. Parking for the show is free.

Media Contact: Marty Bauman, Classic Communications: Phone: (508) 698-6810. Fax: (508) 698-6811• E-mail: info@classic-communications.com  info@hamptonclassic.comwww.hamptonclassic.com.

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Saturday, August 3, 2013            

Young Professionals of Hedge Funds Care Behind the Hedges Charity Benefit        

Hedge Funds Care Young Professional Committee will host their 2nd ann summer charity benefit on at the Southampton Social Club to raise funding and awareness on preventing child abuse. The event will feature Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres, Music by DJ Cameron Smalls, and Silent Auction of boutique luxury items. Approximately 200 hedge fund professionals and philanthropists will attend. 6-9PM; cocktail attire. The proceeds of the evening will support the mission of Hedge Funds Care & its efforts to prevent child abuse. Current sponsors include Pine River Capital, Chatham Asset Management, and Price Waterhouse Coopers. The benefit will be featured on Bloomberg TV/News and in Manhattan Magazine (Manhattan Media). Tickets: $250 in advance or $300 at door. To purchase tickets: http://www.hedgefundscare.org/event.asp?eventID=119

Hedge Funds Care is an international charity, supported largely by the hedge fund industry, whose sole mission is preventing and treating child abuse. It has 2 goals: • To raise as much money as possible to fund the programs that do the preventing and treating; • To showcase the philanthropy of the hedge fund industry. This mission is accomplished by raising money and granting it to child welfare organizations throughout the United States, Canada, the Cayman Islands, and the United Kingdom. Hedge Funds Care is the only grant making public charity that focuses exclusively on funding this cause. Since its inception in 1998, Hedge Funds Care has awarded over 930 grants totaling more than $33mm. The East Coast Young Professionals Committee was relaunched in early 2012 for rising hedge fund industry leaders under the age of 35.  

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Saturday, August 3, 2013 
The Water Mill Festival "Fashion For The Environment 2013"
Join fellow beach lovers, fashionistas and environmentalists at the Benefit Party & Cocktail Reception featuring silent auction & raffle, photography exhibition, and Fashion Show. 4-9 PM. While you mingle, enjoying the photography of world renowned photographers Vital Abigalow and Rose Hartman, DJ’s spin and appetizing snacks made from local, sustainable ingredients are showcased. Leave a bid at the silent auction or buy an outfit in the POP UP fashion oasis. The evening culminates with a Fashion Show presented by renowned designers Michelle Farmer, Bjorn Bengstsson, Sofie Bly, Julie Brown, Lu Berry, and BIBA! The event is located at The Water Mill Square, which is striking in its charming colonial style buildings and brick walkways, and home to some longtime Hamptons business such as Mirko’s Restaurant, East End Blueprint, John D’Orazio Salon, The Water Mill Beverage Center, #1 Chinese Takeout, Serenity Nails, The Water Mill Deli and the US Post Office. Don’t miss out on this clutch of shops being transformed into a day and evening of elegance, charity, and fun. All proceeds to benefit the “Group For The East End” and “INFORM." 

Group for the East End protects and restores the environment of eastern Long Island, New York through education, citizen action, and professional advocacy. We inspire people to embrace a conservation ethic. The organization was established in Bridgehampton in 1972 to serve as a community advocate for conservation in response to broad-based community concern about the future development of the region. Over the years, the Group has developed a reputation for achieving lasting conservation success with the support of broad-based civic, business, and elected constituencies.www.groupfortheeastend.org

Founded 1973, INFORM is one of the nation's foremost non-profits / NGO’s dealing with sustainability issues. Our organization embraces social and online media to promote environmental literacy and help galvanize a mass audience around the world to build a more sustainable economy. With over 120 published research reports, INFORM's work has often served as the basis and impetus for environmental legislation. In addition to this 40 year legacy, INFORM produces the award winning short video series, The Secret Life, and publishes an online curricula for schools and educators around the world. www.informinc.org. twitter.com/informinc. www.youtube.com/user/informinc.www.facebook.com/InformInc.

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Saturday, August 3, 2013
55th Annual Summer Party

Under the Tents on the Elks Property. 605 County Rd 39 in Southampton. Benefit Chair: Jean Shafiroff. Honorary Chair: Audrey Gruss. Corporate Chair: Allen & Company. Real Estate Chair: Douglas Elliman. A festive evening of cocktails, silent auction, raffle, dinner and dancing to benefit The Jenny and John Paulson Emergency Department and The Audrey and Martin Gruss Heart and Stroke Center. Music by The Alex Donner Orchestra and catering by Robbins Wolfe Eventeurs. 6:30-11 pm.Table sponsorships begin at $7,500 and tickets are $750 per person. For more information, please contact Southampton Hospital Foundation at 631-726-8700 ext. 3 or klucas@southamptonhospital.org. southamptonhospital.org

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Saturday, August 3, 2013 

LA PALESTRA KIDS BENEFIT 2013. HOSTED BY Michael McGlone.HOST COMMITTEE: Howard Stern | Liam Neeson | Frances Mcdormand  | Olivia Culpo | Beth Ostrosky Stern | Kelly Klein | Patty Smyth | Noah Emmerich | Michael McGlone | John McEnroe | James Marshall | Tom Sachs & Sarah Hoover | Randy & Melani Nardone | Elettra Wiedemann | Joel Coen with Special Performances by Adam Duritz and Bebe Winans & Dinner by Celebrity Chefs David Burke and Richie Notar. East Hampton Studio. 75 Industrial Road, Wainscott. Contact:Shari Frank, Sfrank22@aol.com / ShariF@emcionline.com. RSVP to Shari Frank, ShariF@emcionline.com , (917) 975-6572. http://lapalestrakids.com/benefit-2013-itinerary/

9:30 AM: Adult Exercise: Pat's "Kitchen Sink" Workout

11:00 AM: LA PALESTRA KIDS Family Classes

12:00 PM-1:30 PM: Lunch Catered 

6:30 PM: Orange Carpet & Cocktail Party

8:00 PM - 10:30 PM: Dinner & Benefit Concert 

LA PALESTRA KIDS BENEFIT 2013 will benefit the LA PALESTRA KIDS program which aims to promote healthy living and improve the quality of children's lives and the lives of their family through integrative health classes. This day-long event will take place at East Hampton Studio, Wainscott, NY on Saturday, August 3, 2013. The event combines fun daytime activities for families, lunch catered by CARLYLE on the Green, plus dinner & benefit concert hosted by actor Michael McGlone featuring special performances by Counting Crows lead singer Adam Duritz and the acclaimed inspirational, six time Grammy Award winning  R&B, and Gospel vocalist Bebe Winans and Ray Chew Live Band of  Fox's Television Show American Idol.

 

The benefit event starts at 9:30 AM with Adult Exercise: Pat's "Kitchen Sink" Workout and family classes tailored by the program which integrates fun, fitness and educational purpose in a kids and family friendly environment. Following the morning event, Lunch catered by CARLYLE On the Green will take the guests on a gastronomic journey.  

After the ORANGE CARPET & COCKTAIL PARTY at 6:30 PM, the DINNER & BENEFIT CONCERT, hosted by Michael McGlone, starts at 8:00 PM featuring specially prepared cuisine by famed restaurateur Richie Notar from Harlow and celebrity chef David Burkefrom David Burke Catering. With Live Performances headlined by Adam Duritz, lead singer from Counting Crows and Bebe Winans six time Grammy Award winning Gospel Singer, and supporting them are the Ray Chew Live Band from Fox's Television show American Idol, the event gathers celebrities' support for a night dedicated to increasing the wellness and health of kids and families. 

LA PALESTRA KIDS is a registered 501 c3 non-profit that provides integrative health classes. LA PALESTRA KIDS works in tandem with the Association to Benefit Children (ABC) Echo Park to provide interdisciplinary interventions to children ages five months to five years old.  Its unique curriculum promotes healthy living through integrating nutrition, exercise, and socialization in five distinct, developmentally appropriate classes. Its classes range from 5 months to 8 years, with each curriculum engaging its children in a dynamic and imaginative approach to health education.  Each class is designed around original music and explores a specific body part, a healthy nutritional element, a social skill, and an exercise component. The program is currently conducting classes at ABC's Echo Park and hopes to expand throughout New York City's early education organizations.  LA PALESTRA KIDS carries the mission to improve the quality of children and their family's lives through the integration of exercise, nutrition, and socialization. "To improve the quality of children and their family's lives through the integration of exercise, nutrition, and socialization."

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Sunday, July 28, 2013 8th Ann GREAT CHEFS Dinner for the Hayground School

The Hayground School at 151 Mitchells Lane in Bridgehampton. Celebrate the 2013 Great Chefs Dinner at a benefit featuring the top culinary talent. 5:30-7:30 pm MEET THE CHEFS Cocktail Party w/tasting stations, silent art auction and live music. 8:00-10:30 pm. DINNER IN JEFF'S KITCHEN includes MEET THE CHEFS cocktail party PLUS 4 Course sit down dinner, live auction. VIP DINNER IN JEFF'S KITCHEN includes MEET THE CHEFS cocktail party +++ 4 Course sit down dinner, live auction and specialty wines. All proceeds benefit the Hayground School's Jeff's Kitchen and the Jeff Salaway Scholarship Fund. 631.537.7068 x 113 or www.greatchefsdinner.com

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Saturday, August 10, 2013

Let's Misbehave to Benefit Love Heals

This summer benefit for Love Heals, the Alison Gertz Foundation for AIDS Education, is attended by 200+ celebrities, socialites, media elite and Hamptons' trendsetters. So come enjoy libations, supper and dancing in the vineyard at Love Heals 17th consecutive summer event in The Hamptons! Wolffer Estate Vineyard. 139 Sagg Rd, Sagaponack. 7-11 pm. All proceeds from the evening directly support Love Heals. efforts to protect the next generation of New Yorkers from HIV.Co-Chairs: Hilary Rhoda, Nicole Trufio, Samantha Marcus Yanks, Chele Chiavacci & Richard Farley, Howard Horowitz, Dini von Mueffling & Ted Sann. http://www.loveheals.org/misbehave/. Tickets: $500 - $10,000 and can be purchased online at www.nycharities.org

Founded in 1992 to carry on the work of the late AIDS activist Ali Gertz, Love Heals empowers young people to become leaders by giving them the knowledge, skills and confidence to protect themselves and their communities from HIV. Love Heals. HIV-positive speakers break down stigma and make the disease real for young people living in communities hardest hit by the epidemic. The leading provider of HIV/AIDS education in New York City public schools, Love Heals has partnered with more than 700 schools and community groups throughout the metropolitan area, educating and empowering nearly 600,000 young people, parents, guardians, educators, and community leaders.

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Saturday, July 27, 2013          

“A DRESS TO CHANGE THE WORLD” IN TRIBUTE TO HER SERENE HIGHNESS PRINCESS GRACE OF MONACO. A Private Estate. 22 Pheasant Cove Court, Watermill. 6:00 PM. The event is a tribute to Princess Grace of Monaco and will benefit the Princess Grace Foundation. The fundraiser, hosted by designer Jeff Garner, includes 6 PM Cocktails & a Silent Auction followed by a 7 PM Catwalk Show. Musical guests Eric Heatherly & DJ Coco. Cocktail Attire (white gloves suggested). Ticket: $200 Per Person.  212-213-1470. http://pgfusa.com/events/view/A-Dress-to-Change-the-World-Hamptons-Event/

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