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Bastille Day Ball

Monday, July 13th, from 6pm to 1am

At The Club 404 (located 404 10th Avenue @ 33rd street)

BLEU $30 Tickets online: general admission; passed hors d’ oeuvres & cash bar available. ($35 at the door).

ROUGE $120 Tickets online: Red carpet treatment + gourmet buffet + 4 hr open bar + VIP seating. ($135 at the door).

Live Cabaret performance by Chanteuse Internationale Adrienne Haan (7.30-8.30)

Cabaret Français:

Featuring classics by Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel, and introducing lesser known works such as 1920s and 1930s French chansons by Kurt Weill and Walter Jurmann, Haan presents her uniquely crafted Cabaret Français, which also includes contemporary pop-jazz songs originally performed by Patricia Kaas.

This soirée, accompanied by solo piano, promises to be emotional, witty and entertaining.

For more information: www.bastilledayball.org/2015/

This entry was posted in Parties and tagged Cocktails, Gala, New York on July 8, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

Pics – Group for the East End

On Saturday, June 27, 2015 over 250 guests came out to support the Group for the East End’s Where the Wild Things… benefit at the breathtaking Wölffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack, NY.

The Group, joined by co-chairs Katherine & Marco Birch, Kristen & Clark Briner, Carolyn & Greg Hoogkamp, Genevieve & Robert Lynch, Deni & Bill McChesney and Kim White & Kurt Wolfgruber, raised $500,000 to help protect endangered wildlife on the East End.

Guests enjoyed delicious locally inspired fare prepared by award-winning chef Noah Schwartz of Noah’s and delectable wines from Wölffer, created by winemaker and partner, Roman Roth. At the helm of the live auction, was auctioneer Mariana Gantus, who dazzled the audience with seven priceless East End experiences. Following the exciting live auction, guests danced the night away to tunes by powerhouse DJ Mad Marj.

Funds raised from the event will help generate awareness and protect the region’s vanishing wildlife. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) released a report in December stating there are 185 species that will be locally extinct in ten years unless urgent action is taken. Most – including box turtles, short-eared owls, bay scallops and hard clams – are on the East End.

“We have a choice – protect the nature of this very special place or allow it to be ruined. We are learning from the declining wildlife species that we need to be better stewards of the land, the water – the entire East End,” stated Katherine Birch, Benefit Co-Chair.

For more than 43 years, Group for the East End has served as eastern Long Island’s full-time professional advocate for conservation. The Group is widely recognized and respected for its work to protect the East End environment by advancing realistic solutions to complex environmental problems, mobilizing informed citizens, educating future leaders, and challenging irresponsible
development that impacts our quality of life and community character.

For more information on Group for the East End, please visit: groupfortheeastend.org

This entry was posted in Parties and tagged Benefit, Hamptons, New York, Party Pics on June 30, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

Summer Ale Festival

Philadelphia Zoo welcomes back its annual, adults-only celebration, Summer Ale Festival 2015! Join us Saturday, July 25 from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. and sample over 40 different beers and ales from local breweries and enjoy pay-as-you-go selections from a variety of local food trucks. Live music, games and activities will be available throughout the evening as you explore the Zoo during this unique, after-hours festival. Tickets include evening admission to the Zoo, unlimited beer sampling, on-site parking and shuttle service to and from 30th Street Station. Philadelphia Zoo’s Summer Ale Festival is a 21+ event; valid I.D. required. Tickets are sold online in advance only. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit PhiladelphiaZoo.org.

This entry was posted in Parties and tagged Beer, Festival on June 26, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

Dining Under the Stars

8th Annual Dining Under the Stars

a street party

STROLL, SHOP, DINE: On Wednesday evenings, State Street in Media, Pa. is closed to traffic to provide ample space for outdoor dining or strolling the street to visit the retail shops. Live entertainment rounds off the experience!

Sponsored by: Media Business Authority, Riddle Hospital, Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union, Crozer Keystone, Muller Beverage, Republic Bank, & WSFS.

Cost
Free to attend; individual restaurant prices apply
Location
Downtown Media, PA

This entry was posted in Parties on June 26, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

Genghis Khan at Franklin Institute

Genghis Khan: Bring The Legend to Life Evening

Sat Jun 27, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

@ The Franklin Institute

222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Specials: $0-$19.95 (GA ticket included)

Age: Any Age

See more: www.fi.edu/exhibit/genghis-khan

Uncover the amazing story of one of the world’s greatest leaders and most misunderstood conquerors, Genghis Khan. Learn how his empire forever changed the face of the world, and discover his legacy as both a ruthless warrior and a revered statesman. Experience the exotic atmosphere of ancient Mongolia, entering the tents, battlegrounds, and marketplaces of a vanished world. Examine the saddles and armor used by the Mongol Warriors and see different styles of bows and arrows, including flaming arrows used to spread fire on the battlefield. See hundreds of historical treasures including weapons, jewels, monuments, and documents up to 1,000 years old!
The exhibition features more than 200 stunning artifacts; most never-before-seen and recently gathered from private collectors in Mongolia, Azerbaijan, and the United States. Jewels, silk robes, ceramics, religious relics and weaponry, including one of the world’s earliest guns totally different to the guns from now a days that are automatic and even have safes you can get on sites like protectandlock.com, and a sword carried by one of Marco Polo’s guards, captures the essence of Genghis Khan’s empire, his military prowess, and cultural influence, and provides in-depth insight into the legendary conqueror.

This entry was posted in Events and tagged Museum on June 26, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

Crispin Craftail Battle

Join us in the hunt around Philly to find the best “Crispin Craftail”! The head mixologist of each location has hand-crafted a specialty drink just for you! With 11 participating venues, you get to taste Crispin in 11 different sweet combinations you never thought were possible.

The Best Part?

You’re the judge! Each recipe is unique in its own way, from “strawberry- apple pie” to “Crispy Mojito”, your taste buds will take a journey they have never experienced before! Not only will you be the first to taste these newly constructed recipes straight from the shaker, but at each event there will be special giveaways, Crispin Craftail samples, drink specials, and more!

Sample, sip, and decide who you think has the most creative concoction. Who knows you might just discover your new favorite drink of choice!

Click here to cast your vote!

About Crispin Cider

Classically refined, but not styled as a traditional “sweet beer” beer alternative, Crispin ciders are crisp and clean, not sweet and sticky and never sacrifice superior quality refreshment satisfaction for overbearing complexity.

Always true to the fruit, Crispin Hard Ciders are naturally fermented using fresh-pressed apple or pear juice, not from concentrate, from a premium blend of fruit from the west coast. Additionally, Crispin Ciders do not contain added malt, grape wine, or spirit alcohol. Crispin Ciders are all Gluten Free, this drink is served in all the best parties and events, from coctel parties in New York, to adult parties in London, with the services of the best Zoom Escorts London for the event.

Urban Saloon – June 10th, 8:30-10:30pm

“Crispy Mojito”

Crispin Cider

Flavored Rum

Freshed squeezed Lime

Mint

Simple Syrup

Tavern on Broad – June 17th, 6-8pm
“Crispin Cooler”
Crispin Cider
Peach Snapps
Fresh squeezed lemon juice
Splash of Sprite
served over ice

Misconduct Tavern– June 15th, 5-7pm
“Crispn’ Apple Blossom”
Crispin Cider
Barrel Aged Gin
St-Germain
Fresh lemon juice

Kings Oak – June 12th 9-11pm
“Apple Cinnamon”
Crispin Cider
Shot of Fireball

London Grill – June 19th, 6-8pm
“Strawberry-Apple Pie”
Crispin Cider
Tuaca
House Strawberry Shrub
Served over ice

Mad River – June 11th 9-11pm
“Crispin Lemonade”
Crispin Cider
Shot of Citrus Vodka
Splash of Lemonade
Splash of Sprite
Garnish with lime wedge

JD McGillicuddy’s Manayunk – June 24th 7-9pm
“Cuddy’s Cider Spice”
Crispin Cider
Spiced Rum
Splash of Ginger Ale

Bourbon Blue – June 19th – 9-11pm
“Cherry Cider-ita”
Crispin Cider
Cherry pie-hole
Triple Sec
Cinnamon & Sugar rim
Apple slice garnish

Coda – June 19th, 11:30pm-1:30am
“Divide & Conquer”
Crispin Cider
Yards IPA

Kildare’s Manayunk – July 29th 8:00 – 10:00pm
“Bord Stiff”
Crispin Cider
Muddled Raspberries
Chambord Float
Served in Long Pilsner

The Bayou – June 26th, 9-11pm
“Crispirita”
Crispin Cider
Tequila
Triple Sec
Lime Juice

This entry was posted in Events and tagged Beer, Wine on June 26, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

Awesomefest

Awesome Fest is here and just as the name implies it’s an experience that will not disappoint! The 6th annual outdoor summer series, sponsored by Vitaminwater, will kick off this Friday, June 26th and run until August 14th.

What is this?

Awesome Fest is an adult twist to the classic outdoor movie viewing experience. The festival showcases a lineup of cutting-edge independent film premieres at Liberty Lands in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia. “With this program, it was important for me to provide an adult alternative to the current outdoor film experience in Philadelphia”, said Awesome Fest founder & artistic director Josh Goldbloom. “I’ve always taken pride in showcasing the festival’s titles in unique & exciting ways, and I’m as thrilled as ever to share these remarkable (and often bloody) films, at one of the coolest outdoor venues in town.”

The Best Part

Thanks to a grant provided by Penn Treaty Social Service District, all outdoor screenings are FREE to attend!! Also, don’t worry about your view being obstructed, Funflicks has provided the series with their newly acquired 40 foot outdoor movie screen!

Join us this Friday at 9 pm with the premiere of CALL ME LUCKY, Bobcat Goldthwait’s moving & inspirational documentary on his close friend & beloved stand-up comic, Barry Crimmins. Check out the full line up below, and don’t waste another beautiful summer Friday night inside again!!

June 26th CALL ME LUCKY (Philadelphia Premiere) Directed by Bobcat Goldthwait

Barry Crimmins is pissed. His hellfire brand of comedy has rained verbal lightning bolts on American audiences and politicians for decades, yet you’ve probably never heard of him. But once you’ve experienced Bobcat Goldthwait’s brilliant character portrait of him and heard Crimmins secret, you will never forget him. Official Selection of the 2015 Sundance Film Festival.

July 3rd TURBO KID (Philadelphia Premiere) Written & Directed by François Simard, Anouk Whissell, & Yoann-Karl Whissell

It is the year 1997. Mankind has been mostly obliterated, and the few survivors try to survive the radioactive wasteland. Enter “The Kid” who stumbles upon the remains of famed superhero “Turbo Man.” Donning his super-suit, “Turbo Kid”, along with a mysterious girl takes on the evil Zeus (played by Michael Ironside!) and his army of savages. A loveable homage to the glory day 1980’s VHS “Mad Max” knockoffs, TURBO KID is the ultimate midnight movie. Official Selection of Sundance & SXSW 2015.

July 10th ROAR Written & Directed by Noel Marshall

No animals were harmed in the making of this movie.70 members of the cast & crew were. An unprecedented––and wholly unpredictable––action-adventure, Roar follows wildlife preservationist Hank, who lives harmoniously alongside a menagerie of 100+ untamed animals, including cheetahs, elephants, lions and tigers on a preservation in the African plains. When his wife and children arrive for a visit, a long-brewing battle for dominance between the lions erupts and threatens their very lives. Warning: THIS. FILM. IS. ABSOLUTELY. NUTS.

July 17th CATCH ME DADDY (Philadelphia Premiere) Directed by Daniel Wolfe | Written By Daniel & Matthew Wolfe

Laila, a girl on the run from her family is hiding out in West Yorkshire with her drifter boyfriend Aaron. When her brother arrives in town with a gang of thugs in tow, she is forced to flee for her life and faces her darkest night. Quite possibly the most challenging film in the series. Official Selection of the Cannes Film Festival.

July 24th BODY (Philadelphia Premiere) Written & Directed by Dan Berk & Robert Olsen

A night out turns deadly when three girls break into a seemingly empty mansion. That’s all you need to know, and really all you should know. Official Selection of Slamdance 2015.

July 31st UNCLE KENT 2 (Philadelphia Premiere) Directed by Todd Rohal | Written by Kent Osborne

Awesome Fest favorite Todd Rohal (The Catachism Cataclysm, The Guatemalan Handshake) returns with his latest feature film, the most necessary unnecessary sequel to Joe Swanberg’s 2011 indie, “Uncle Kent”. As you can imagine (which you probably can’t), it’s absurd, surreal, hilarious, and features the best/most timely cameo you’ll see all year. Official Selection of SXSW 2015.

August 7th SUN CHOKE (Philadelphia Premiere) Written & Directed by Ben Cresciman

Janie’s just trying to get well. As she recovers from a violent psychotic break, she’s subjected each day to a bizarre holistic health and wellness regimen designed, and enforced, by her lifelong nanny and caretaker. But when she develops an obsession with a stranger, Janie’s buried demons begin to surface. Starring horror legend, Barbara Crampton. Official Selection of the 2015 Stanley Film Festival

August 14th DEATHGASM (Philadelphia Premiere) Written & Directed by Jason Lei Howden

New kid in town Brodie and bad-boy Zakk quickly bond over their mutual admiration of heavy metal. But when these two metal thrashing losers unwittingly summon malevolent forces, their dreams of stardom may just have to be put on hold. A cross between Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey & The Evil Dead. Official Selection of SXSW 2015.

This entry was posted in Events and tagged Festival on June 26, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

Cheftopia

Citymeals on Wheels, Cheftopia 2015:
Chef Alfred Portale; Chef Alice Waters; Chef Jimmy Schmidt; Event Honoree Chef Jonathan Waxman; Chef Stephan Pyles; Iron Chef Marc Forgione; Citymeals Co-Founder & Board Chair Gael Greene; Event Honoree Chef Larry Forgione; Citymeals Board Member and Grand Host of the event Nick Valenti, CEO of Patina Restaurant Group
(Eric Vitale Photography – Media Release photos)

Nearly fifty legendary chefs gathered on Monday, June 8, 2015 for a remarkable milestone –

Cheftopia: The 30th Annual Chefs’ Tribute to Citymeals-on-Wheels

For this landmark anniversary, Citymeals honored the event’s founding chefs Larry Forgione and Jonathan Waxman who, 30 years ago, conceptualized the inaugural Chefs’ Tribute event as a birthday celebration for chef and Citymeals Co-Founder James Beard. Tonight, chefs celebrated the past while looking to the future as they created dishes inspired by tomorrow’s food trends at tasting stations throughout the Rockefeller Center Plaza. The highly anticipated event raised more than $880,000 to support the preparation and delivery of nutritious meals, hand-delivered to homebound elderly New Yorkers.

Rockefeller Center was transformed into a culinary paradise by renowned architect and Citymeals Board Member David Rockwell. More than 1,200 business leaders, gourmet enthusiasts, food industry trendsetters, socialites, young professionals, chefs and restaurateurs were in attendance for live music, dancing and spectacular cuisine.

Nick Valenti, CEO of Patina Restaurant Group, was the evening’s Grand Host. The event was chaired by Ninah & Michael Lynne; Laura & John Pomerantz; Randi & Dennis Riese; and Lizzie & Jonathan Tisch. With the help of beverage chair Audrey Saunders (Owner, The Pegu Club) and wine chair Daniel Johnnes (Wine Director, The Dinex Group), the event also featured signature cocktails from top spirit sponsors and stellar wines from notable wineries.

Beth Shapiro, Executive Director of Citymeals-on-Wheels, explained, “When this event was conceived by Chefs Forgione and Waxman, I’m not sure anyone thought we would be standing here three decades later – having raised more than $19,480,000. This annual event is a tribute to James Beard as well as the lifeline he and Co-Founder & Board Chair Gael Greene created for hundreds of thousands of homebound elderly throughout the city. But it’s also a testament to the culinary community and the chefs who have committed themselves to Citymeals over the years. Thank you to all of the chefs here tonight and all those who have cooked at this event in the past and made our most vulnerable neighbors a priority. Tonight, we celebrate you.”

Special guests in attendance included Greene; Alice Waters; Drew Nieporent; Aliyyah Baylor; Aaron & Stephanie Goldman; Alison Lohrfink Zimmel; Roxann & Roger Taylor; Randy & Jay Fishman; Sara Gore; John Harper; Sandy & Cori Goldfarb; and Marcia & Myron Stein.

This entry was posted in Trending and tagged Cocktails, New York, Wine on June 24, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

Lucky Guy Smokin’ Aces Night

We are incredibly excited to announce Lucky Guy Smokin’ Aces Night, taking place at Lucky Guy, a private club in the heart of Manhattan July 8th at 7pm. The event will feature Giacomo Cigars, a Larceny Whiskey tasting, top-shelf open bar, a special mind-reader performance by critically acclaimed Matt Cooper, poker, and much more.

Tickets to this event are very limited, and available only online. Today only, tickets are discounted to $60 for the first 5 people to buy. After that, $80.

Get your tickets at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/lucky-guy-smokin-aces-night-tickets-17348347374

This entry was posted in Events and tagged Cigars, New York on June 18, 2015 by Chuck Gregory.

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Monday, July 13th, from 6pm to 1am

At The Club 404 (located 404 10th Avenue @ 33rd street) BLEU $30 Tickets online: general admission; passed hors d’ oeuvres & cash bar available. ($35 at the door). ROUGE $120 Tickets online: Red carpet treatment + gourmet buffet + 4 hr open bar + VIP seating. ($135 at the door).