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Artists vs. Writers 60th Anniversary Softball Game 2008 : Saturday, August 16, 2008, Artists & Writers 60th Anniversary Softball Game, Herrick Park, East Hampton, New York. The Artists vs. Writers 60th Anniversary Softball Game was held for the benefit of East End Hospice, E.H. Day Care and Phoenix House. The Artists triumphed over the writers 4-2 in the 60th installment of the annual Artists and Writers Game, a tradition started by artists including Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning. Saturday's game raised more than $60,000 for hospice, day care and drug rehabilitation services. The game was played in memory of actor Roy Scheider, a veteran of the Artists team, who died in February at age 75. His widow Brenda King and their son Christian Scheider were onhand for their game. Also honored this year were several families of those killed in Iraq and Afghanistan. The star studded event featured Chevy Chase and Alec Baldwin who each lent their support to the game, Chase with the hit that led to crucial run and Alec Baldwin serving a turn as umpire, relieving Dan Rattiner, publisher of Dan's Papers, a man who has seen it all In the Hamptons: [His] 50 years with Farmers, Fishermen,Artists, Billionaires and Celebrities. Restauranter B Smith's infectious smile and sexy actress Lori Singer were definitely a draw for all the cameras. The legendary Bert Sugar served a memorable turn in the broadcast booth calling the play by play.Sponsors included: HBO, Mort Zuckerman, Hollander Design, Grumbacher Paints, Carlisle Collection, Shana Alexander Foundation,1010 WINS, Snapple, Walter Bernard Design, Madison Copy, Spainerman Gallery, Fred and Lora Drasner, Ronnette Rilet Architects, Lafayette 148, LIRR. Supporters included: Stu Sleppin, Kimco, B Smith & Dan Gasby, United Federation of Teachers-Randi Weingarten, B. Jaffe Real Estate, The Marlborough Gallery, Alfred Dunner-Peter Aretsky, Get Sportee-Bill Collage, David Gamble and Eric Ernst on behalf of the Artists Secret Society, Harry Javer, Dr. Wayne Winnick, Kendall Veenema, East End Books, Lodge Restaurant, Alec Baldwin Foundation, Janice & Alfred Kelman. To read more about the game, see Newsday: Artists, writers play softball in East Hampton by David Marcus. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos and id's to come, this album will be updated***

Artists vs. Writers 60th Anniversary Softball Game 2008

Saturday, August 16, 2008, Artists & Writers 60th Anniversary Softball ...

Updated: Aug 18, 2008 9:04pm PST

WALK TALL GALLERY East Hampton: DANNY SIMMONS 'SOLO' Opening : Saturday, August 16, 2008, Walk Tall Gallery, 62 Park Place, East Hampton, New York. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos and id's to come, this album will be updated***

WALK TALL GALLERY East Hampton: DANNY SIMMONS 'SOLO' Opening

Saturday, August 16, 2008, Walk Tall Gallery, 62 Park Place, East Hamp ...

Updated: Aug 18, 2008 9:33pm PST

First Pitch Cocktail Party to Celebrate Artists & Writers 60th Anniversary Softball Game : Friday, August 15, 2008, 6-8 p.m., Home of Debbie & Kevin McEneaney, Sag Harbor, NY. Debbie and Kevin McEneaney hosted a cocktail party on the evening before the Artists vs. Writers 60th Anniversary Softball Game. The Artists vs. Writers 60th Anniversary Softball Game was held for the benefit of East End Hospice, E.H. Day Care and Phoenix House. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos and id's to come, this album will be updated***

First Pitch Cocktail Party to Celebrate Artists & Writers 60th Anniversary Softball Game

Friday, August 15, 2008, 6-8 p.m., Home of Debbie & Kevin McEneaney, S ...

Updated: Aug 18, 2008 9:08pm PST

The Inaugural Best Buddies Hamptons Beach Bash : Thursday, August 14, 2008, the home of Anne Hearst & Jay McInerney, Watermill, New York. The Inaugural Best Buddies Hamptons Beach Bash. Event Chairs: Tatiana Platt & Campion Platt with Anne Hearst & Jay McInerney Honorary Co-Chairs: Alina & Anthony Kennedy Shriver.----About Best Buddies International: Founded in 1989 by Anthony Kennedy Shriver, Best Buddies is a vibrant, international organization that has grown from one original chapter to more than 1,400 middle school, high school, and college campuses worldwide. Best Buddies now operates accredited programs in 40 countries worldwide. Best Buddies' six formal programs – Middle Schools, High Schools, Colleges, Citizens, e-Buddies and Jobs – positively impact more than 350,000 individuals with and without intellectual disabilities, as well as their respective network of family, friends, and employers. As a result of their involvement with Best Buddies, people with intellectual disabilities secure rewarding jobs, live on their own, and make lifelong friendships. For more information, please visit www.bestbuddies.org PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio|tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

The Inaugural Best Buddies Hamptons Beach Bash

Thursday, August 14, 2008, the home of Anne Hearst & Jay McInerney, Wa ...

Updated: Aug 19, 2008 10:10am PST

A.C.E. Sunflowers After Hours : Saturday, August 9th, 2008. 6:30P.M.- 11:00 P.M. Philanthropist Henry Buhl's Girasole Estate, Southampton, N.Y. Association of Community Employment Programs for the Homeless (A.C.E.) ,SoHo Partnership and TriBeCa Partnership hosts Sunflowers AFTER HOURS. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio|tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com***Please Note ID's and Notes Still to come***

A.C.E. Sunflowers After Hours

Saturday, August 9th, 2008. 6:30P.M.- 11:00 P.M. Philanthropist Henry ...

Updated: Aug 19, 2008 7:34am PST

MANE EVENT: A benefit for Amaryllis Farm Equine Rescue : August 9, 2008, 8:00 p.m., Steven Klein's West Kill Farm, 1971 Scuttle Hole Road, Bridgehampton, New York. MANE EVENT:A benefit for Amaryllis Farm Equine Rescue. Madonna was the Honorary Chair but not in attendance at event. The event was Hosted by Gwyneth Paltrow (perhaps as a courtesy to Madonna?) & Steven Klein. Yet, the hosts spent most of their time huddled away and not generally available to media or even other VIP Guests who paid between $500-2,500 to attend the event. Gwyneth Paltrow & Steven Klein literally hid from the guests, had their enablers block members of the press from taking photos and having other VIP guests from getting anywhere near them. After less than an hour Gwyneth finally made a hasty exit to go party with Mariah Carey. This might lead one to conclude that perhaps those with iconclastic xenophobic, narcissistic tendencies should reconsider hosting philanthropic events. Or in the alternative just tell the media in advance that they will only "strike a pose" for Vogue and only their pre-arranged photographer(s)will be given a photo op. Co-Chairs: Kelly Klein, Sale Johnson & Marcy Warren were gracious to the media as were other VIP Guests who made themselves available to be photographed. A beautiful forum was wasted for an evening which was confusing to many and led to an early exodus by many guests who seemed disappointed to have paid $500-2500. Under these circumstances not even the best efforts of publicist extraordinaire, Linda Shapiro, could insure favorable coverage. Several guests were overheard grumbling that this was the "worst event" that they had attended in the Hamptons. It is unfortunate as the human love for preserving the health, safety and well being of God's creatures is a high calling and a worthwhile cause to support. The cause of Christine Barrett DiStefano and Amaryllis Farm Equine Rescue is a most worthwhile one and I recommend that those who view my site learn about their good works. It is unfortunate when the illusiveness and general unavailability of the hosts of the event for even a reasonable photo op, made the event a circus, frustrating and a disappointment to those who tried only to cover and document a seemingly worthwhile event in a tasteful manner. A word of caution to those who focus their philanthropic efforts around accomodating the whims of iconclastic xenophobes, making them the "hosts" or centerpieces of charitable events, you risk undermining how the public perceives the importance and significance of the cause. Philanthropic Poseurs are certain celebrities who seem more hell bent on cutting deals with Wire Services to perpetuate the legend of their philanthropic good deeds so it makes news around the world while local journalists and guests are "stiffed." SEE ALSO: Rush & Molly: Gwyneth Paltrow's no-show upsets locals | MSNBC: Gwyneth snubs benefit crowd| France: Gwyneth snubs guests at equine rescue benefit PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com

MANE EVENT: A benefit for Amaryllis Farm Equine Rescue

August 9, 2008, 8:00 p.m., Steven Klein's West Kill Farm, 1971 Scuttle ...

Updated: Aug 12, 2008 6:56am PST

URBAN ZEN Hosts Presentation of the Evocative New Works of Jewelry Designer AURORA LOPEZ-MEJIA & Photographer MICHAEL O'NEILL : August 9, 2008, 5-7 p.m., 4 Bay Street, Sag Harbor, NY. URBAN ZEN hosted a presentation of the evocative new works of Aurora Lopez-Mejia and Michael O’Neill. For more about this event see Tia Walker's report in The Quest for "it" blog PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos and id's to come, this album will be updated***

URBAN ZEN Hosts Presentation of the Evocative New Works of Jewelry Designer AURORA LOPEZ-MEJIA & Photographer MICHAEL O'NEILL

August 9, 2008, 5-7 p.m., 4 Bay Street, Sag Harbor, NY. URBAN ZEN host ...

Updated: Aug 18, 2008 9:37pm PST

KMR Communications & Lokah Music Host Launch of Debut album "Ivy Ceiling" featuring tracks by Sting, Russell Simmons and Roderick & Anisa Romero : Wednesday, August 6, 2008,7-9 p.m., Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club, 24 East 81st Street between Madison & Fifth Avenue, New York City, NY. KMR Communications & Lokah Music hosted a launch of Lokah's debut album "Ivy Ceiling" featuring tracks by Sting, Russell Simmons and Roderick & Anisa Romero. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com

KMR Communications & Lokah Music Host Launch of Debut album "Ivy Ceiling" featuring tracks by Sting, Russell Simmons and Roderick & Anisa Romero

Wednesday, August 6, 2008,7-9 p.m., Bruno Jamais Restaurant Club, 24 E ...

Updated: Aug 09, 2008 7:25am PST

HAMPTONS MAGAZINE Intimate Dinner Party hosted by Haley & Jason Binn, Debra Halpert along with Sara Herbert-Galloway & Alan Becker Presented by NIZUC, Pomellato Jewelry and Lucid Absinthe : Friday, August 1, 2008, Southampton residence of Sara Herbert-Galloway, Southampton, New York. HAMPTON'S MAGAZINE Haley & Jason Binn & Debra Halpert (Publisher of Hamptons Magazine) along with Sara Herbert-Galloway wearing a gorgeous dress by Jill Stuart & Alan Becker hosted an intimate party dinner to celebrate the season as well as the latest issue which features Stephanie Seymour as cover model. The dinner was presented by NIZUC, featured Pomellato Jewelry and Lucid Absinthe with catering by Elegant Affairs. A-List Guests included: Brooke Shields with husband Chris Henchey and family, Russell Simmons, Kelly Killoren Bensimon, Architect Richard Meier, A.C.E. Founder & Philanthropist Henry Buhl, CEO of Prudential Douglas Elliman Dottie Herman, Watermill Center Founder Robert Wilson, Jaycee & Morris Reid, Guggenheim Partnerswealth manager Barry Klarberg, Dr. & Mrs. Howard Sobel, Kedakai Turner Lipton, James Lipton, James Cavello, Margarite Almeida, Neil & Diana Sroka, Tatiana & Campion Platt, the always beautiful Hamptons Magazine Editor, Cristina Greeven Cuomo, Chief Ambassador for "Life Project For Africa" Heidi Albertsen, Guglielmo Melegari of Pomellato Jewelry, Steve Tanger superlawyer Barry Slotnick and others. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio with select images by Steve Mack |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

HAMPTONS MAGAZINE Intimate Dinner Party hosted by Haley & Jason Binn, Debra Halpert along with Sara Herbert-Galloway & Alan Becker Presented by NIZUC, Pomellato Jewelry and Lucid Absinthe

Friday, August 1, 2008, Southampton residence of Sara Herbert-Galloway ...

Updated: Aug 07, 2008 11:13am PST

American Jewelry Design Council 20th Anniversary Celebration : Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7-9 PM, Belenky Brothers, 91 Grand St. New York, N.Y. 10013. Platinum Guild International hosts evening celebrating 20th Anniversary of the American Jewelry Design Council and the publication of BRILLIANCE! Masterpieces from the American Jewelry Design Council by Cindy Edelstein & Frank Stankus sponsored by Social Life Magazine & Belenky Brothers. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio|tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

American Jewelry Design Council 20th Anniversary Celebration

Tuesday, July 29, 2008 7-9 PM, Belenky Brothers, 91 Grand St. New York ...

Updated: Jul 30, 2008 6:17am PST

FUEL FOR TRUTH: Membership Induction Ceremony : Tuesday, July 29, 2008, Blackstones at 245 East 55th street (b/w 2nd and 3rd ave) New York City, NY. FUEL FOR TRUTH held its 2008 membership induction ceremony for newly minted graduates of FFT's Boot Camp. FFT's intensive 10-week training program carefully selects 20 volunteers from their social/educational events and trains them on the history of Israel, Judaism, Islam, Christianity, current events, and practical skills that will allow them to assume leadership positions in Fuel For Truth. It’s kind of like a cross between "Survivor" and "The Apprentice," but for a good cause. Not everyone that starts successfully completes the program. Think you can make the cut? ABOUT: Fuel For Truth is the Special Forces of Israel advocacy. FFT equips young Americans with the basic facts and skills necessary to advocate to young adults, to increase support for Israel in her battle against radical Islamic terror. Israelis, Americans and citizens of all democracies must work together to combat the global threat of radical Islamic terror. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos and id's to come, this album will be updated***

FUEL FOR TRUTH: Membership Induction Ceremony

Tuesday, July 29, 2008, Blackstones at 245 East 55th street (b/w 2nd a ...

Updated: Jul 30, 2008 9:15am PST

The Wedding of Mariela & Lonnie : PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio|tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

The Wedding of Mariela & Lonnie

PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Parta ...

Updated: Jul 29, 2008 7:49am PST

SAFE HORIZON Junior Council's 3rd Annual Summer Celebration: Beachfront Blues & BBQ : Saturday, July 26, 2008, Residence of Jane & Jack Rivkin, East Hampton, New York. SAFE HORIZON'S Junior Council held their 3rd Annual Summer Party--Beachfront Blues & BBQ. PRIOR EVENTS:To see photos from last year's event click on the following link: SAFE HORIZON Junior Council 2nd Annual Summer Celebration |Safe Horizon Junior Council Committee Kickoff. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio|tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com***Please note More Photos and ID's Coming shortly***

SAFE HORIZON Junior Council's 3rd Annual Summer Celebration: Beachfront Blues & BBQ

Saturday, July 26, 2008, Residence of Jane & Jack Rivkin, East Hampton ...

Updated: Jul 28, 2008 11:02am PST

Watermill Center 2008 Summer Benefit (15th Annual) : Saturday, July 26, 2008, 6 p.m., The Watermill Center, 39 Watermill Towd Road, Watermill, New York 11976 PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos and id's to come, this album will be updated***

Watermill Center 2008 Summer Benefit (15th Annual)

Saturday, July 26, 2008, 6 p.m., The Watermill Center, 39 Watermill To ...

Updated: Aug 18, 2008 9:50pm PST

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Saturday, July 26, 2008, 6 p.m., The Watermill Center, 39 Watermill To ...

Updated: Aug 18, 2008 9:53pm PST

Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field Polo Action Photos : Saturday, July 26, 2008,Blue Star Jets Field at Bridgehampton Polo Club, 849 Hayground Road, Bridgehampton, NY 11932.The Bridgehampton Polo Club along with collections | by stride rite hosted the first Kids Day at the coveted Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge. Space Odyssey USA- Family Entertainment Center provided games and activities for young attendees. This summer’s matches promise to be some of the most exciting in the sport of polo. This week, Team Pony Express battled Team Black Watch. The collections | by stride rite store, located at 1542 3rd Ave at 87th Street, on New York’s Upper East Side, redefines children’s shoe shopping with special environments well-suited for babies, toddlers and younger kids. Featuring stride rite expertise and service coupled with a modern designed area for youth. The store offers a fun, inspiring and convenient one-stop shopping for children’s footwear with displays of “grown-up” must-have styles from the stride rite portfolio as well as several premium fashion brands. Season partners include: Ralph Lauren, Piaget, St. Regis, Catherine M. Zadeh Fine Jewelry, Champagne Perrier-Jouët and Stolichnaya Vodka, Capricho Luxury Resort, FIJI Water, Tag Heuer Eyewear and Gruen Eyes, T-Mobile Sidekick, Coca-Cola, Hpnotiq, Peroni Beer and Zino Platinum Cigars. MVP Player Award was presented by Jaci Reid of Westin Rinehart. The season will commence on Saturday, July 19th and will continue for six consecutive Saturdays, ending August 23rd. Teams that will compete this season include: White Birch, Black Watch, Pony Express, Equuleus, Jumeirah Culu Culu and Mansour. All proceeds from the Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge will go to the South Fork Breast Health Coalition. The V.I.P. tent will host an invitation-only cocktail reception for exclusive guests each Saturday afternoon during the tournament. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio|tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field Polo Action Photos

Saturday, July 26, 2008,Blue Star Jets Field at Bridgehampton Polo Clu ...

Updated: Jul 29, 2008 5:51am PST

Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field : Saturday, July 26, 2008,Blue Star Jets Field at Bridgehampton Polo Club, 849 Hayground Road, Bridgehampton, NY 11932.The Bridgehampton Polo Club along with collections | by stride rite hosted the first Kids Day at the coveted Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge. Space Odyssey USA- Family Entertainment Center provided games and activities for young attendees. This summer’s matches promise to be some of the most exciting in the sport of polo. This week, Team Pony Express battled Team Black Watch. The collections | by stride rite store, located at 1542 3rd Ave at 87th Street, on New York’s Upper East Side, redefines children’s shoe shopping with special environments well-suited for babies, toddlers and younger kids. Featuring stride rite expertise and service coupled with a modern designed area for youth. The store offers a fun, inspiring and convenient one-stop shopping for children’s footwear with displays of “grown-up” must-have styles from the stride rite portfolio as well as several premium fashion brands. Season partners include: Ralph Lauren, Piaget, St. Regis, Catherine M. Zadeh Fine Jewelry, Champagne Perrier-Jouët and Stolichnaya Vodka, Capricho Luxury Resort, FIJI Water, Tag Heuer Eyewear and Gruen Eyes, T-Mobile Sidekick, Coca-Cola, Hpnotiq, Peroni Beer and Zino Platinum Cigars. MVP Player Award was presented by Jaci Reid of Westin Rinehart. The season will commence on Saturday, July 19th and will continue for six consecutive Saturdays, ending August 23rd. Teams that will compete this season include: White Birch, Black Watch, Pony Express, Equuleus, Jumeirah Culu Culu and Mansour. All proceeds from the Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge will go to the South Fork Breast Health Coalition. The V.I.P. tent will host an invitation-only cocktail reception for exclusive guests each Saturday afternoon during the tournament. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos and id's to come, this album will be updated***

Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field

Saturday, July 26, 2008,Blue Star Jets Field at Bridgehampton Polo Clu ...

Updated: Jul 28, 2008 11:56am PST

Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field Awards Ceremony : Saturday, July 26, 2008,Blue Star Jets Field at Bridgehampton Polo Club, 849 Hayground Road, Bridgehampton, NY 11932.The Bridgehampton Polo Club along with collections | by stride rite hosted the first Kids Day at the coveted Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge. Space Odyssey USA- Family Entertainment Center provided games and activities for young attendees. This summer’s matches promise to be some of the most exciting in the sport of polo. This week, Team Pony Express battled Team Black Watch. The collections | by stride rite store, located at 1542 3rd Ave at 87th Street, on New York’s Upper East Side, redefines children’s shoe shopping with special environments well-suited for babies, toddlers and younger kids. Featuring stride rite expertise and service coupled with a modern designed area for youth. The store offers a fun, inspiring and convenient one-stop shopping for children’s footwear with displays of “grown-up” must-have styles from the stride rite portfolio as well as several premium fashion brands. Season partners include: Ralph Lauren, Piaget, St. Regis, Catherine M. Zadeh Fine Jewelry, Champagne Perrier-Jouët and Stolichnaya Vodka, Capricho Luxury Resort, FIJI Water, Tag Heuer Eyewear and Gruen Eyes, T-Mobile Sidekick, Coca-Cola, Hpnotiq, Peroni Beer and Zino Platinum Cigars. MVP Player Award was presented by Jaci Reid of Westin Rinehart. The season will commence on Saturday, July 19th and will continue for six consecutive Saturdays, ending August 23rd. Teams that will compete this season include: White Birch, Black Watch, Pony Express, Equuleus, Jumeirah Culu Culu and Mansour. All proceeds from the Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge will go to the South Fork Breast Health Coalition. The V.I.P. tent will host an invitation-only cocktail reception for exclusive guests each Saturday afternoon during the tournament. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Shari Barton | tel:Private |e-mail: Sharij516@aol.com

Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo Challenge at Blue Star Jets Field Awards Ceremony

Saturday, July 26, 2008,Blue Star Jets Field at Bridgehampton Polo Clu ...

Updated: Jul 28, 2008 7:33pm PST

Donna Karan, In Style Magazine & Kelly Ripa Host Super Saturday 11 to Benefit Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) on Saturday, July 26 at Nova's Ark Project in Watermill, NY : Saturday, July 26, 2008. Photos: © ManhattanSociety.com By Shari Barton Sharij516@aol.com

Donna Karan, In Style Magazine & Kelly Ripa Host Super Saturday 11 to Benefit Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF) on Saturday, July 26 at Nova's Ark Project in Watermill, NY

Saturday, July 26, 2008. Photos: © ManhattanSociety.com By Shari Bart ...

Updated: Jul 28, 2008 5:46pm PST

SPAIN-U.S. Chamber of Commerce Presents Picoteo at Queen Sophia Spanish Institute : Thursday July 24, 2008. The Spain-U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Queen Sofía Spanish Institute and their members welcomed MBA students from the Universidad Pontificia Comillas de Madrid to New York City for a summer edition of PICOTEO. PICOTEO-a gathering of Young Professionals in an informal setting to exchange ideas and information. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio|tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

SPAIN-U.S. Chamber of Commerce Presents Picoteo at Queen Sophia Spanish Institute

Thursday July 24, 2008. The Spain-U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Queen ...

Updated: Jul 24, 2008 10:22pm PST

HAMPTONS UNDERCOVER Launch Party at HighBar : Tuesday July 22, 2008, 6-8 p.m.,HighBar, 251 W. 48th St., Nr. Eighth Avenue, New York City, NY. QUINTESSENTIALLY, Kelly Killoren Bensimon and Coralie Charriol-Paul along with Allison Aston, Annabel Vartanian, Olivia Palermo,Di Petroff , Maggie Rizer, Tatiana Platt, Kipton Cronkite, Bettina Prentice and Devorah Rose hosted the New York City Launch of Hamptons Undercover VIP Guests included: HUC founder Danielle Scherman, Prince Lorenzo Borghese, iconic designer Nicole Miller, renowned architect Campion Platt, All My Children’s Aiden Turner with wife Megan Turner, SalonTea's Tracy Stern, designer Celeste Miller, power publicist Susan Shin, Liam Mcmullan, socialite Emma Snowdon-Jones, model Friday Chamberlain, designer Laura Meiland-Shaw, Real Housewives of New York City star Ramona Singer, socialite Serena Merriman, GuestofaGuest’s Rachelle Hruska, film producer Victoria Bousis. Guests enjoyed a rooftop cocktail party for 250 Hampton and New York tastemakers, with SVEDKA special "Hamptons UnderCover" Clementine concoctions, Terralina Spa Treatments by Townhouse Spa, a multimillion dollar showcase display of Jewels of the Ocean, services by Blue Star Jets, and luxurious Hampton’s care packages with products from Godiva, Townhouse Spa, Castle Brands, Gilt Groupe, Tarte, Clinique, Terralina, Quintessentially, Celeste Miller, and more. Filming of Kelly Killoren Bensimon took place by Bravo TV, as she was driven to the venue by a Maserati Quattro courtesy of Player’s Car Rentals. Both Bensimon and Charriol-Paul received VIP gift bags from Intermix worth over $5,000—with products from Solstice’s newest Hampton’s Boutique, Royal and Rolande snakeskin satchels, Blue Star Jet Gift Certificates, Terralina beauty products, Dana Galin jewelry, Quintessentially Books, Tocca candles and perfumes, Belle Fleur gift packages, and other goodies. ABOUT HAMPTONS UNDERCOVER: An exclusive social networking website for jetsetters who summer in or visit the Hamptons. This unique portal is your personal,one-stop connection out East, offering an array of services on just one website. Hamptons Undercover provides, through its online marketplace, the ability for members to share rides, find luxury accommodations, check out weather and traffic conditions, or browse Hampton area happenings. The site encompasses a wide availability of opportunities-- everything from private tennis lessons, extra dinner reservations, or singles looking to connect. In addition, users of HamptonsUnderCover.com receive invitations to private events and charity benefits, not to mention VIP access and special discounts at participating clubs, spas, boutiques, gyms, B&Bs, and restaurants. There is also a concierge service on call 24/7 through Hampton Angels, an innovative personal assistance company. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos and id's to come, this album will be updated later in the week***

HAMPTONS UNDERCOVER Launch Party at HighBar

Tuesday July 22, 2008, 6-8 p.m.,HighBar, 251 W. 48th St., Nr. Eighth A ...

Updated: Jul 26, 2008 9:29am PST

Glenda Bailey & Valerie Steele Host Cocktails to Celebrate FIT Couture Council Fall Luncheon & Isabel Toledo Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion : Tuesday July 22, 2008, 6-8 p.m., The Toledo Penthouse, New York City. Isabel Toledo will be receiving the Couture Council Award for "Artistry of Fashion" at the FIT Couture Council's Annual Fall Fashion Week benefit luncheon. Plans were also announced for The Museum at FIT's major 2009 exhibition of Isabel Toledo's work from 1985-2008. The exhibition will begin in June of 2009. The event was hosted by Glenda Bailey, editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar and Valerie Steele director of The Museum at FIT. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio|tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

Glenda Bailey & Valerie Steele Host Cocktails to Celebrate FIT Couture Council Fall Luncheon & Isabel Toledo Couture Council Award for Artistry of Fashion

Tuesday July 22, 2008, 6-8 p.m., The Toledo Penthouse, New York City. ...

Updated: Jul 23, 2008 2:14pm PST

ART FOR LIFE East Hampton 2008 Benefit : Saturday, July 19, 2008, East Hampton Estate of Russell Simmons, East Hampton, NY. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos, notes and id's to come, in the process of moving so this album will be updated later in the week***

ART FOR LIFE East Hampton 2008 Benefit

Saturday, July 19, 2008, East Hampton Estate of Russell Simmons, East ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 5:01pm PST

Hamptons Undercover Launch Party at Social Life Estate : Saturday July 19, 2008, Social Life Estate, Watermill, New York. HAMPTONS UNDERCOVER: is an exclusive social networking website for jetsetters who summer in or visit the Hamptons. This unique portal is your personal,one-stop connection out East, offering an array of services on just one website. Hamptons Undercover provides, through its online marketplace, the ability for members to share rides, find luxury accommodations, check out weather and traffic conditions, or browse Hampton area happenings. The site encompasses a wide availability of opportunities-- everything from private tennis lessons, extra dinner reservations, or singles looking to connect. In addition, users of HamptonsUnderCover.com receive invitations to private events and charity benefits, not to mention VIP access and special discounts at participating clubs, spas, boutiques, gyms, B&Bs, and restaurants. There is also a concierge service on call 24/7 through Hampton Angels, an innovative personal assistance company. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio with Stuart Rinzler |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

Hamptons Undercover Launch Party at Social Life Estate

Saturday July 19, 2008, Social Life Estate, Watermill, New York. HAMPT ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 11:44pm PST

The Young Patrons of Lincoln Center (YPLC): "Tango on the Rocks" : Monday, July 14, 2008,6-10 p.m., Damrosch Park (on 62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam), New York, NY. Young Patrons of Lincoln Center(YPLC) Celebrate Summer with the US Debut of Argentina’s Orquesta Típica Imperial. The Young Patrons of Lincoln Center (YPLC) joined with hundreds of young professionals for an evening of dancing under the stars to the torrid tango music of Orquesta Típica Imperial, who were performing as part of Lincoln Center’s annual Midsummer Night Swing series. "Tango on the Rocks" included dance instruction for those looking to learn or polish their tango moves, as well as cocktails and authentic Argentinean cuisine. In between sets of the orchestra, DJ Carlos Quiroga spun South American beats for continuous dancing. "Tango on the Rocks" Co-chairs April Thibeault and Cari Widmyer, noted that the night brought together a number of the young professional organizations of Lincoln Center, including the Young Friends of the Film Society, Young Associates of the Metropolitan Opera, and the Juilliard Club of the Juilliard School. "It’s a Lincoln Center-wide celebration for young professionals, and a way to attract new members," says Thibeault. "It also is an example of how YPLC showcases for our members the very latest in world-class music," added Widmyer. Orquesta Típica Imperial is making its debut performance in the United States at the YPLC event. For More Information about YPLC, please contact: Katharina Plumb |Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. |70 Lincoln Center Plaza |New York, NY 10023 |e-mail: kplumb@lincolncenter.org |tel: (212) 875-5076 (office)|fax: (212) 875-5414 PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos, notes and id's to come, in the process of moving so this album will be updated later in the week***

The Young Patrons of Lincoln Center (YPLC): "Tango on the Rocks"

Monday, July 14, 2008,6-10 p.m., Damrosch Park (on 62nd Street between ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 12:41pm PST

Sara Herbert-Galloway Birthday Celebration in Southampton : July 11, 2008. Sara Herbert-Galloway accompanied by her children Alana and Justin opened the doors of their Southampton home to close friends. An elegant soiree was held in their backyard lined with tikee torches , roses, hydrangeas, accented by lit lanterns streaming from the trees. Tony award winnng producer Stewart and Bonnie Lane arrived from London with news of the opening of their most recent show. Among other guests wishing Sara a happy birthday were eye wear guru Jon Gruen and his wife, philanthropist Henry Buhl, PR ladies Norah Lawlor and most recently married Liz Derringer, Doug Oliver,Judy Gilbert, gallery owners Edgar von Schlossberg of RVS Gallery and James Cavello and Margarite of Westwood Gallery, internationally acclaimed artist Kevin Berlin/Giovanni Rossi, Jane and Joe Pontarelli, "Kat's Eye" Katlean de Monchy with David and Emily Post, Hampton's Magazine Publisher Debra Halpert, Glenn Myles and Tex Curatola, Guggenheim Wealth Manager Barry Klarberg with sons Matt and Ryan, neighbors Christine and Jim Smith Grey, Edie Kirk, Gwen Bokine, and many other chic Hamptonites. It was a beautiful evening for all.

Sara Herbert-Galloway Birthday Celebration in Southampton

July 11, 2008. Sara Herbert-Galloway accompanied by her children Alana ...

Updated: Jul 23, 2008 6:04am PST

The Community Coalition 7th Annual Benefit Aboard the Highlander : New York, NY (July 8, 2008), Pier 60 West 23rd Street. The Community Coalition hosted their 7th annual benefit aboard The Highlander. The Board’s President Moira Forbes Mumma and a committee of supporters offered an evening of glamour in the New York City Harbor. Guests enjoyed an evening of dinner, dancing, Jazz by The Underwoods and fabulous silent auction items. Guests included: Aiden Turner, Kipton Cronkite, Melissa Dochat, Bernadette Durham, Laura Essey, Catherine I. Forbes, Isabel Forbes, Malcolm Harrison Forbes, Miguel Forbes, Sabina Forbes II, Beatriz Garcia, Dorrance Hamilton, William Heath, Lucas Tomlinson, Roberta & Michael Warren and Caroline Waxler. Other supporters not present included, Prince Lorenzo Borghese, Chip & Allison Brady. The Community Coalition is an exciting initiative to improve the lives of people in communities northwest of Philadelphia. The Community Coalition, formed in 1991, has two primary purposes: To create a collaborative, streamlined, low-overhead model for financial cooperation among non-profits and to insure that member organizations provide increased affordable and transitional housing, employment assistance to marginalized community members, one-to-one advocacy for people with disabilities, cultural and historic revitalization and child care and family support – in innovative ways that respect and enhance the dignity of every individual. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio with Christopher London |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com***Please Note More Photos, Notes & ID's to follow***

The Community Coalition 7th Annual Benefit Aboard the Highlander

New York, NY (July 8, 2008), Pier 60 West 23rd Street. The Community C ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 11:55am PST

NYC Marine Corps Council 2008 New York City Mess Night and Wounded Warrior Tribute : Monday June 30, 2008, 6:00 pm until 11:00 p.m., Venue: The New York Athletic Club (9th Floor), 180 Central Park South, New York, NY 10019. The New York City Marine Corps Council's New York City Mess Night honored America’s wounded warriors. All benefit proceeds will be given to the Bob Woodruff Family Fund, which works to help our U.S. forces affected by Traumatic Brain Injury, a significant casualty issue on the Iraqi battlefield today. About "Mess Night" - "Mess Night" is a venerable Marine Corps tradition dating from the 1500's that few civilians experience. The event encompasses a cocktail hour, an opulent feast, good cheer and a range of fines for violating guidelines of the mess, which all guests are informed of at the onset. (Violations include foul language, chewing gum, rapping glassware for attention, rearranging table settings and discussing politics, shop, money or religion. Fines begin at $1 and escalate to $30 for NYC elite and civilians. All penalties will be donated to The Bob Woodruff Family Fund.) Menu plan based on a gourmet dinner, incorporating historically accurate military meal items, prepared by Chef John Besh (of Food Network Iron Chef renown), along with author, Historian and military food expert Agostino von Hassell | Dinner prepared by Hassell and Chef Mike DeFonzo from Manhattan’s famous PJ Clarkes restaurant. | Steak donated by Strassburger Meats, a supplier of Smith & Wollensky steak house. Murray's Cheese contributed a range of cheeses. All guests received a copy of "New York City Mess Night: An Introduction and Essential Companion for Pleasantly Surviving a Marine Corps Mess Night." About The NYC Marines - New York City boasts one of the nation’s largest populations of active-duty, former and friends of the Marines. The NYC Marine Corps Council , a 501c civilian-directed organization, is the first organization of its kind dedicated to synergizing and coordinating the numerous Marine Corps interests in the New York City area. A special emphasis of the organization is outreaching to wounded Marines and members of all Armed Services returning from tours of duty, supporting camaraderie, quality of life and career transition activities. From the highest echelons of Wall Street, to the entertainment industries to the NYPD, former Marines go on to serve in many important civilian capacities. The NYC MARINES cultivate and support this diverse and committed community. Guests of Honor: **Bob Woodruff was Civilian Guest of Honor*** Bob is the Author of the best-seller In An Instant, Founder of The Bob Woodruff Family Foundation and Career National Television News Anchor and Correspondent. JOE LISI is President of the Mess Marine, Actor and NYC Native Retired NYPD Precinct Captain. Lieutenant General Ronald S. Coleman, USMC, Senior Military Guest of Honor, Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com***Please Note More Photos, Notes & ID's to follow***

NYC Marine Corps Council 2008 New York City Mess Night and Wounded Warrior Tribute

Monday June 30, 2008, 6:00 pm until 11:00 p.m., Venue: The New York A ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 1:50pm PST

Wedding Guest: The Wedding Celebration of Mona Wyatt to Didier Maine de Biran : Friday, June 27, 2008, 4 p.m., Church of St. Ignatius Loyola, 980 Park Avenue at 84th Street, Upper East Side, Manhattan, New York. The Wedding Celebration of Mona Wyatt to Didier Maine de Biran. The ceremony was celebrated by Father William Bergen, S.J. The Bridal Party--Bridesmaids: Susan Shin, Maid of Honor; Katherine Wyatt Peters, Matron of Honor; Christine Cachot, Mia Maine de Biran | Groomsmen: Pascal Monteiro de Barros Best Man; Laurent Brilleman Head Usher; Christian Maine de Biran Usher; Yan Saquet, Usher | Flower Girl: Allegra Williams, Daughter of Christine Cachot | Ringbearer: Sebastian Wood Son of Christina and Ned Wood. Designer Gustavo Arango was the designer for the bridesmaid's and the brides family. The ceremony was followed by a reception at The Foundry in Long Island City, New York. **Please note that these are photos only at the church taken as a guest with a point and shoot digital camera with available light and without the use of flash so as to not disrupt the main work of the wedding photographers. This was the vantage point of this guest who preferred to watch and celebrate the splendor of two of the most beautiful souls that he has had the opportunity to get to know in New York. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com

Wedding Guest: The Wedding Celebration of Mona Wyatt to Didier Maine de Biran

Friday, June 27, 2008, 4 p.m., Church of St. Ignatius Loyola, 980 Park ...

Updated: Jun 28, 2008 4:33pm PST

Spain-U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hosts Farewell Event for Trade Commissioner Manuel García Aranda and Counsellor Francisco (Paco) Barrios : Thursday June 26, 2008 6PM-9PM. Tavern on The Green, Central Park, New York City, NY. Spain-U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hosts Farewell Event for Trade Commissioner Manuel García Aranda and Counsellor Francisco (Paco) Barrios. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

Spain-U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hosts Farewell Event for Trade Commissioner Manuel García Aranda and Counsellor Francisco (Paco) Barrios

Thursday June 26, 2008 6PM-9PM. Tavern on The Green, Central Park, New ...

Updated: Jun 28, 2008 6:59pm PST

EMpower Cocktail Party : Wednesday, June 25, 2008,The Manhattan Club, The private rooftop lounge atop Manhattan House, 200 East 66th Street, Upper East Side, New York, NY 10065. EMpower--The Emerging Markets Foundation is a not for profit organization that ties the resources of Emerging Markets Professionals and the emerging markets community worldwide with the vitality of innovative community based grassroots organizations in developing countries enabling young people to lead healthy, productive lives. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com*** More Photos and ID's Coming Shortly****

EMpower Cocktail Party

Wednesday, June 25, 2008,The Manhattan Club, The private rooftop loung ...

Updated: Jun 26, 2008 10:44am PST

Hope.Change.Progress: Art Focus for Obama : Tuesday, June 24, 6-9 p.m., G.R.N'Namdi Gallery,526 West 26th Street #316, New York, NY 10001 (tel: 212.929.6645). Hope, Change, Progress: Art Focus for Obama for America Exhibition & Fundraiser.While numerous artists stem from an era of political engagement, another generation has been drawn closer to the process via Barack Obama's hope for transformation. Hope, Change, Progress: Art Focus for Obama celebrates this convergence by engaging the fine arts community in the Obama for America grassroots fundrasing initiative. Under the curatorial direction of Derrick Adams (Rush Arts Gallery) and hosted at the G.R.N'Namdi Gallery (New York, Chicago, Detroit), an incredible selection of emerging and established fine artists were assembled to donate works for sale by silent auction. Donating Artists: Sam Basset, Frank Bowling, Seth Carnes, Nanette Carter, Ed Clark, Gregory Coates, William Cordova, Phillipe Dollo, Cacy Forgenie, Herb Genrty, Marjorie Guyon, Tahir Helphill, Kamori Kamiya, Miru Kim, Yashua Klos, Simone Leigh, Ezra mabengeza, Jay Milder, Angelbert Metoyer, Paul Miller/DJ Spooky, Eto Oro, Alexis Peskine, Vickie Pierre, Heloisa pomfret, Riftka Cherly, Riley Durhiwe, Rushemeza Danny Simmons, Kathleen Spicer, Diane Wah, Michael Weintrob, Deborah Willis, Purvis Young, Mauzurio Zuluaga Curatorial Committee: Isolde Brielmaier, Ingrid Lafleur, Jumaane N'Namdi, Alaina Simone. Host Committee: Ayana Jackson (See also:Afro-Mexico: African by Legacy, Mexican by Birth), Jeffrey Kurzon (See also: Jeffrey Kurzon blog, George Mastrogiorgis, Terrence Yang, Monica Youn, Raena Zakhary. Volunteers: Craniv Boyd, Patrick Cole, Jozen Cummings, Adi Fleisher, Evans Richardson, Deanna Tilley PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos, notes and id's to come***

Hope.Change.Progress: Art Focus for Obama

Tuesday, June 24, 6-9 p.m., G.R.N'Namdi Gallery,526 West 26th Street # ...

Updated: Jul 03, 2008 9:03pm PST

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE LOUVRE'S Young Patrons Circle: Soiree au Louvre : Tuesday, June 24, 2008, 9 p.m.-Midnight, ESPACE, 635 West 42nd Street, New York City, NY. AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE LOUVRE'S Young Patrons Circle: Soiree au Louvre. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos, notes and id's to come***

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE LOUVRE'S Young Patrons Circle: Soiree au Louvre

Tuesday, June 24, 2008, 9 p.m.-Midnight, ESPACE, 635 West 42nd Street, ...

Updated: Jul 21, 2008 12:17pm PST

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION’S 12th ANNUAL HEART OF THE HAMPTONS GALA : Saturday, June 21, 2008, Hayground School, 151 Mitchells Lane, Bridgehampton, NY 11932. The American Heart Association’s 12th Annual Heart of the Hamptons Gala attracted over 500 attendees from the Long Island medical and corporate community. This year's gala honored Christie Brinkley - 2008 Gala Honoree - Humanitarian With heart Award | Dottie Herman, President & C.E.O., Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate – 2008 Gala Honoree - Distinguished Community Leadership Award. | Michael J. Wolk, MD, MACC,Past-President, The American College of Cardiology –Distinguished Service Award | Robert McMahon, President, U.S. Pharmaceuticals, Merck & Co. – Distinguished Corporate Leadership Award | Chuck Scarborough, Anchor, NBC4 – Master of Ceremonies. Event Chair: Robert Eide, C.E.O., Aegis Capital. PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright © 2008 Manhattan Society.com by Gregory Partanio |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com*** More Photos and ID's Coming Shortly****

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION’S 12th ANNUAL HEART OF THE HAMPTONS GALA

Saturday, June 21, 2008, Hayground School, 151 Mitchells Lane, Bridgeh ...

Updated: Jul 03, 2008 9:26pm PST

SUMMER SOLISTICE! Benefiting GROUP FOR THE EAST END at Wolffer Estate Vineyard : Saturday, June 21, 2008, 6:30 p.m., 183 Sagg Road, Wolffer Estate Vineyard, Sagaponack, NY. This year marked the 20th anniversary of Group for the East End’s annual benefit to raise much-needed funds for its environmental initiatives. The Summer Solstice! themed festivities included dinner, dancing and fabulous silent and live auctions conducted by Sotheby’s Vice President, Eliza Osborne raised $1 million for Group for the East End. Co-Chairs Katherine and Marco Birch, Deni and Bill McChesney, Susan and Louis Meisel, Mary and Chris Pia, Jackie and Peter Schellbach, Nicole Miller and Kim Taipale and Mary and Ken Walker hosted Group for the East End’s Summer Solstice!. They were joined by "Generation Green" Chair, Fabiola Beracasa. Other guests included: Debbie Bancroft, Caroline and Tom Dean, Patricia Duff, Somers and Jonathan Farkas, Charles Gargano, Douglas Hannant and Carmen Marc Valvo Over the past 36 years, Group for the East End (The Group) has earned a proud reputation as the region’s leading environmental advocacy and education organization. The Group recently changed its name from Group for the South Fork to Group for the East End to reflect its activities across the North and South Forks and Shelter Island. The Group educates, mobilizes and empowers people of all ages to stand up for a healthy environment in the ever-expanding challenge to preserve one of the eastern seaboard’s most fragile ecosystems. MEDIA CONTACT: Jennifer Doll White or Nicole Albano | London Misher Public Relations | tel: 212.759.2800 |e-mail: jdoll@londonmisherpr.com or nicole@londonmisherpr.com Click on the following link to see photos from last year (2007) The Group For the East End's 35th Anniversary Gala. PHOTO CREDIT:Copyright ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Christopher London with Stuart Rinzler | tel:Private |e-mail: ChrisLondon@manhattansociety.com***PLEASE NOTE: More photos, notes and id's to come***

SUMMER SOLISTICE! Benefiting GROUP FOR THE EAST END at Wolffer Estate Vineyard

Saturday, June 21, 2008, 6:30 p.m., 183 Sagg Road, Wolffer Estate Vine ...

Updated: Jul 03, 2008 9:00pm PST

The 11th Annual Mashomack International Polo Challenge : Saturday, June 21, 2008, The Mashomack Preserve Club, Millbrook, New York. The 11th Annual Mashomack International Polo Challenge event began at noon with a lively Champagne reception followed by a field-side, tented luncheon. On the field was an exciting 12-goal polo match with teams from the United States (sponsored by The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel), Great Britain (sponsored by the Dorchester Collection) and France (sponsored by Berluti) battling valiantly to secure the coveted trophy for their team and country. Luncheon patrons enjoy getting in the spirit of the match as the various countries’ flags fly around the field. Some support their native lands while others favor more the country they desire to be from! The Awards Ceremony consists of the trophy presentation as well as Best Playing Pony and Most Valuable Player. The Mashomack Preserve Club is a private shooting and polo club located on close to 2,000 pristine acres in the heart of Millbrook hunt country. The match attracts 500 "Town and Country" type patrons and marks the start of the summer social season in Millbrook. The polo challenge and luncheon benefit the Foundation for the Pine Plains Community Center and Library, Pine Plains Fire Hose & Rescue Company and the Mashomack Barns Preservation. Mashomack Polo Club’s facilities features five tournament-class fields, one practice field, stick and ball areas and a regulation outdoor polo arena. There is polo to suit every level of player from June through September. Web: www.mashomackpolo.com PHOTO CREDIT: ©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Karen Zieff | personal website: www.zieffphoto.com | tel:718.852.1884 |toll free at 888.353.4248 | e-mail: zieffphoto@aol.com |*Note: Karen is available for assignments locally and around the world.

The 11th Annual Mashomack International Polo Challenge

Saturday, June 21, 2008, The Mashomack Preserve Club, Millbrook, New Y ...

Updated: Jul 08, 2008 3:51pm PST

Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Passport to Summer : Thursday, June 19, 2008, The Cranford Rose Garden,Brooklyn Botanic Garden, 1000 Washington Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225. PHOTO CREDIT:©Manhattan Society.com 2008 by Gregory Partanio |tel:718.614.7740 | e-mail: PrinceGregory@manhattansociety.com

Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s Passport to Summer

Thursday, June 19, 2008, The Cranford Rose Garden,Brooklyn Botanic Gar ...

Updated: Jun 21, 2008 8:11am PST