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Masquerade Soiree

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Monday, September 21st from 7 to 11 pm
Chef’s Club, 275 Mulberry Street, New York City

Monday, September 21, 7-11 pm, please join us at one of New York’s premier restaurants, CHEFS CLUB, the setting for our annual Masquerade Soirée. The Junior Committee’s fall fundraiser provides the opportunity to graciously support the Center’s children. This year we will also  honor Peyton Hostetler and her service to the organization prior to her relocation to Charlotte, NC. So mark your calendars! This spectacular evening includes delectable hor d’oeuvres and signature cocktails, a magnificent silent auction, and a downtown DJ.  Space is restricted, so please purchase your tickets early. And, don’t forget your mask!

The Junior Committee for the New York Center for Children (JC NYCC) is dedicated to fighting child abuse and actively assists raising awareness and funding for the NYCC through a variety of educational and social events.

For more information: http://jcnycc.org/

 

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Art Tentation – Oktopus

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Art Tentation VIP opening night, September 3rd

Oktopus launched its first art and antique fair at the magical XVI century castle of Villefranche. The crowds were enchanted by the softly lit setting for the after hours opening night celebration. The art was displayed in tents within the castle’s walls, on cobbled roads, next to beautiful trees. From emerging artists, to masters including Picasso, and Antiques galore, there were wonders everywhere to marvel.

Champagne, light fare, and thousands of patrons to mingle with, created a dreamlike setting for this evening to remember. The acclaimed French artists Titouan Lamazou, with his fabulous portraiture, and Patrick Moya, with his surreal paintings, drew many admirers. More then just contemporary art featuring 120 artists, there were carpets, exotic artifacts and even vintage clothing in the show. The stands dotted the roads like little neighborhoods to visit as you strolled along the streets. Wouldn’t it be lovely if all evenings could be this charming?

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Party Pics: Labor of Love

Housing Works' Labor of Love

 

September 5 from 5:30 to 8 pm
Labor of Love Fundraiser

On Saturday, September 5, 2015, Housing Works and presenting sponsor The Points Guy hosted Labor of Love, a fundraiser to support Housing Works’ efforts to end the AIDS epidemic in New York State by 2020.

The season-ending benefit, held on Labor Day weekend, is one of the organization’s signature events. This year, Labor of Love was held in the home, designed by Halcyon Design, LLC, and gardens of a private East Hampton estate. The exclusive party featured cocktails by Double Cross Vodka, tasty hors d’oeuvres by Chef Ian McHugh, and a special performance by Mia Moretti and Margot of The Dolls.

All photos taken at Housing Works’ Labor of Love on September 5, 2015 in East Hampton, N.Y. Photos by Gary Gershoff/Getty Images for Housing Works

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Party Pics: Summerfest

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Kathy Hilton, Nicky Hilton Rothschild, Simone Levinson, Bettina Zilkha, Debbie Bancroft

SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER
SECOND ANNUAL SUMMERFEST

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

CONFIRMED ATTENDEES INCLUDED: NICKY HILTON ROTHSCHILD, KATHY & RICK HILTON, JUDITH GUILIANI, CHRISTINA & HAL STEINBRENNER, RICHARD MACK, FERNANDA NIVEN, DAVID WASSONG, LISE EVANS, ERICA & MICHAEL KARSCH, HILARY GEARY ROSS & WILBUR ROSS, DIANA DIMENNA, LISA DENNISON, DAVID KRATZ & GREG UNIS, AND DEBBIE BANCROFT.

Event Chairs: Simone & David W. Levinson and Tiffany & Claus Moller. Co-Chairs: Leila & Henry Heller, Tracey & Craig Huff, Renee Harbers Liddell & Chris Liddell and Federica Marchionni.

WHAT: An evening with the entire community to celebrate Southampton Arts Center, located in the heart of Southampton Village. The event included DJ Karen Ward, a Cuban dance performance, viewing of the ¡Cuba, Cuba! Photography exhibit and tastings of signature dishes from celebrated restaurants and chefs from across the East End. Proceeds from the event will allow the center to expand their efforts to provide film, music, dance, theater, children’s events, lectures and literary series, further enhancing the vibrancy of the Hamptons community through the arts.

WHERE: Southampton Arts Center
25 Jobs Lane
Southampton, NY 11968

WHEN: Thursday, September 3, 2015, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

All photos from Southampton Arts Center Second Annual SummerFest
Southampton Arts Center, Southampton, NY
September 3, 2015
©Patrick McMullan
PatrickMcMullan.com

 

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Liberation Day 2015

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September 3rd, Liberation Day Celebration with Monaco USA

Swinging into the 40s with the Lib Day Darlings and Carl “Frankie” Henry, this celebration of the liberation of Monaco swept me off my feet. The crowds gathered on the breathtaking Stardeck at Stars ‘N Bars, overlooking the port of Monaco surrounded by its magnificent landscape in the distance. Dressed in costume of the era, the guests celebrated 1944 with drinks, dinner, and dancing.

Monaco USA organized the festivities. This association serves as a social and business network for Americans, Monegasques and other English-speaking members of the international community. The Association’s historical objectives include fostering a strong bond between Monaco and the United States, assisting Americans visiting or living in the principality, and supporting Monaco’s long term commitment to help the disadvantaged.

 

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Harbor Fest

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Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13
Various Locations in Sag Harbor

Once described as the largest block party extending out over the water, this year Harborfest will be a village-wide event celebrating the maritime history of Sag Harbor.

The arts & crafts fair and sidewalk sale on Main Street will be held this weekend as well!

Enjoy and Celebrate Sag Harbor!

Calendar of Events

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH

9am
FREE Pilates on the Beach, Norma Jean Pilates                Windmill Beach
10am – 5pm
Arts and Crafts Fair OPEN for business                              Marine Park
Sidewalk Fair OPEN for business                                        Main street/business district
Food and Non Profit Vendor Booths OPEN for business    Long Wharf
11am
Goat on a Boat Puppet Theatre moving walk
Live Music                                                                            Long Wharf
CHILDRENS Tug of War                                                      Windmill Beach
11:30am
American Beauty:  one hour cruise                                     Long Wharf
Flyboard Demonstration                                                      Long Wharf
12noon
Whaleboat races begin                                                      Windmill Beach
1pm
American Beauty:  one hour cruise                                    Long Wharf
CHILDRENS Corn Shucking Contest                                Windmill Beach
1:30pm
Flyboard Demonstration                                                    Long Wharf
2pm
Whale Boat Races                                                            Windmill Beach
2:30pm
CHILDRENS Potato Sack Race                                        Windmill Beach
American Beauty:  one hour cruise                                   Long Wharf
3pm
CHILDRENS Hula Hoop Contest                                      Long Wharf
Whaleboat Races                                                             Windmill Beach

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13th

10am – 5pm
Arts and Crafts Fair OPEN for business                              Marine Park
Sidewalk Fair OPEN for business                                        Main street/business district
Food and Non Profit Vendor Booths OPEN for business   Long Wharf
11am
CLAM CHOWDER CONTEST                                               Long Wharf
Live Music                                                                             Long Wharf
CHILDRENS Tug of War                                                       Long Wharf
11:30am
American Beauty:  one hour cruise                                     Long Wharf
Flyboard Demonstration                                                      Long Wharf
12noon
Whaleboat Races begin                                                      Windmill Beach
1pm
American Beauty:  one hour cruise                                     Long Wharf
CHILDRENS Corn Shucking Contest                                  Windmill Beach
Annual Wood Regatta, Women’s Open One Design          Breakwater Yatch Club
1:30pm
Flyboard Demonstration                                                      Long Wharf
2pm
Whaleboat Races                                                                Windmill Beach
2:30pm
CHILDRENS Potato Sack Race                                          Windmill Beach
3pm
CHILDRENS Hula Hoop Contest                                        Long Wharf
Whaleboat Races                                                               Windmill Beach
3-5pm
Live Music:  Jim Turner                                                       Long Wharf

For more information visit: http://sagharborchamber.com/vendors/harborfest-2014/

 

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Tantra Of Life

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Through September 15, 11:00pm – 06:30pm
Point of View Gallery, 63/65, Wadehouse Road, Charagh Din Store, Colaba, South, Mumbai

Artist Aniket Khupse is showcasing his recent collection of work that project sensitive lines and multiple layers constantly shuffle the viewer between past, present and future in an exhibition titled Tantra Of Life. The viewer will be mesmerised on how he uses colours as transparent texture and his lines meander carefully within his frame.

For more info visit: http://www.whatshot.in/mumbai/tantra-of-life-e-376227

 

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Flyp-Duo

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FLYP-DUO Reversible USB Charge & Sync Cable

$24.99

I received a sample of the Flyp-Duo a couple of weeks ago. I’ve been using it nonstop ever since.

It’s really nice to be able to plug in either my iPad or my MemoPad without having to change the cable. Very convenient. Being able to plug the usb into the computer without worrying which way is up is another excellent feature, which is important because I use my computer a lot now a days for work and visiting sites like http://mycsgoboosting.com/guides/how-to-rank-up-in-csgo that improve with my ranking in games like CSGO.

When I first plugged in the iPad, it didn’t occur to me that the reason there are both male and female mini-usb connectors is that you have to mate them in order to use the lightning connector. To someone who is not an engineer that would probably be obvious; to me, with 30 years of experience matching the gazintas and the gazoutas, it was not. I thought there were three ways of connecting to the usb… [facepalm]. No, I didn’t read the directions…I’m a guy.

Once I got past that cockpit error, everything was great. I highly recommend this innovative cable. It works great for charging and also for syncing the data.

See more at http://www.tylt.com/flyp-duo-reversible-usb

 

 

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Celestial Ball

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Saturday, September 12, 2015 from 6:30 p.m. (Reception) (8:00 p.m. Dinner)
Adler Planetarium, 1300 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL

2015 Celestial Ball – Over the Moon

The annual Celestial Ball, hosted by the Adler Planetarium Women’s Board, is an elegant gala and a highlight of the autumn season. Guests will enjoy fine cuisine, dancing, and an auction with all proceeds directed to the museum’s effective science education programs.

We’ve posted some images from last year’s event.

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Freedom of Movement

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Saturday, September 19th, 2015
Drake Hotel, Chicago, IL

The Arthritis Foundation will honor Aaron G Rosenberg M.D., F.A.C.S., Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago and a senior partner with Midwest Orthopedics at Rush, with their Annual Freedom of Movement Award, recognizing his career accomplishments and dedication addressing the needs of arthritis patients and caregivers.

The Freedom of Movement Award is the largest fundraising event of the year for the Arthritis Foundation. It is an event that acknowledges leaders in the advancement of research and awareness for the management, prevention, and cure of arthritis, the most common cause of disability in the United States. The Black Tie Gala, now in its twenty-sixth year, is established as a special evening of recognition, attracting business, corporate and medical and Risk analysis professionals.

For more information visit: https://arthritisgcc.ejoinme.org/affreedomofmovement

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