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NYFOS Spring Gala

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Tuesday, April 5 at  7 pm
Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall

with dinner and additional performances to follow at ’21’ Club

A delicious starry cast performs songs and scenes from the G&S canon, operettas that combine the wit of Oscar Wilde with the delicacy of Mendelssohn. Emmy and Tony Award winner David Hyde Pierce, Lauren Worsham and Bryce Pinkham (each nominated for a Tony Award for their performances in A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder), and the devilishly funny and sublime English tenor Hal Cazalet bring their singular wit and charm to The Mikado and The Pirates of Penzance, among other favorite G&S shows.

For more information visit http://www.nyfos.org/gala.html

 

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Party Pics: Face Africa

March 26, 2016 New York, NY United States: FACE Africa Wash Gala in New York.

March 26, 2016 New York, NY United States: FACE Africa Wash Gala in New York.

FACE Africa hosted its 7th Annual WASH, (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Gala on Saturday March 26, 2016 at NeueHouse Madison Square in New York City. The Gala took place on the heels of World Water Day, (March 22nd) and aimed to bring awareness to the growing clean water epidemic in Sub-Saharan Africa. 700 million people globally lack access to safe water supply sources, with 300 million people in Africa alone affected everyday.

Over 300 guests stepped out in sparkling gowns and dapper suits in support of FACE Africa’s work and mission and helped raise $165,000, including $10,000 pledged during a live auction. Proceeds from this year’s WASH Gala will be used to expand FACE Africa’s mission beyond Liberia as well as support the organization’s WASH in Schools (WinS) Program.  The WinS program is an initiative in partnership with the Liberia Ministry of Education that aims to improve the future of school-children across Liberia through the provision of safe water and hand washing and sanitation facilities in schools.

“As always, we were so touched and humbled by the outpouring of love and support from our sponsors, donors and the hundreds of guests who came out in support of our work and mission,” said Saran Kaba Jones, Founder and CEO of FACE Africa. “It was truly a magical evening of celebration, giving and inspiration.”

The event, coined by guests as the “Diasporan Oscars,” was hosted by celebrated journalist Zain Verjee and guests included celebrity stylist Ty Hunter, Grammy nominated artist Jidenna, Entourage star Adrian Grenier, actors Gbenga Akinnagbe and Adepero Oduye​ as well as Opal Tometti, one of the founders of the Black Lives Matters movement.

“It was an incredible feeling to see such a diverse group of community-spirited people, mainly young Africans in the diaspora, coming together for a great cause and I was extremely pleased to serve on the Host Committee again this year,” said OkayAfrica CEO Abiola Oke.

The Broadway play Eclipsed starring Lupita Nyong’o, is partnering with FACE Africa and donating 10% of all ticket sales generated by ECWASH322 code to support the organization’s WASH projects in Liberia. During the evening, a special message from Eclipsed star Saycon Sengbloh was played for WASH Gala guests to announce the partnership. Patrons can use the promotion code until the end of show’s production in June.

Photos by Keiko Hiromi, Cali York Photography & Aida Malik Photography.

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Spring Fling

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Wednesday, May 25 at 7 pm (VIP 6 pm; after-party 9 pm)
The Bowery Hotel, 335 Bowery, New York

Varsity Ticket – $325 – Drinks, Dinner, Auction and After Party, all starting at 7pm. Your donation supports the after-school mentoring and leadership programs.

Prom King or Queen Ticket – $1000 – VIP Pre-Reception, Drinks, Dinner and After Party, all starting at 6pm. Your donation sponsors the summer program for one girl.

Valedictorian Ticket Package – $5000 – 4 Tickets with access to all events. Package includes a program listing and a summertime private Planetarium show at the LESGC’s East Village Planetarium. Your donation sponsors STEM programs for 10 girls.

After Party Pep Squad Ticket – $150 – After Party Ticket for the late night crowd. Dessert & Dancing starting at 9pm. Your donations sponsor field trips and art classes.

Since 1996, The Lower Eastside Girls Club has provided innovative, community-based programs and services for girls and young women.

The mission of the Girls Club is to break the cycle of local poverty by training the next generation of ethical, entrepreneurial and environmental leaders.

You can find them at their state-of-the-art Center for Community on Avenue D, where they are: “Opening Doors, Empowering Women, Building Community, Girl by Girl”
or visit their website at http://www.girlsclub.org/

 

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Face Africa

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March 26 from 7 to 10 pm
Neuehouse, 110 E 25th Street, New York

The WASH Gala gives you an opportunity to learn more about the critical work FACE Africa does in promoting clean water access in Sub-Saharan Africa. You will leave feeling connected, inspired and empowered to give back.

The Annual WASH Gala is more than just a party. It’s a gathering of friends. It’s an evening dedicated to giving back. It’s an annual celebration of Africans and Friends of Africa, coming together to make a difference.

Join the growing community of over 350 guests including influencers in development, tech, entertainment and art.

For more information visit http://faceafricagala.com/

 

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2016 Winter Ball

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Monday, March 14
David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center, NYC

The School of American Ballet (SAB) announces the 2016 Winter Ball at Lincoln Center’s David H. Koch Theater on Monday, March 14, 2016, sponsored by legendary French jewelry Maison Van Cleef & Arpels for the ninth consecutive year. Cocktails begin at 7pm and dinner will commence at 8pm, followed by The Encore dessert and dancing at 9pm. Attire is black tie. To purchase tickets, a table, or for more information, please contact the Special Events Office at (212) 769-6636. 

This glamorous annual dinner dance, presented each winter for the past 12 years, is attended by 500 patrons, including the School’s board members and alumni as well as leaders from the New York corporate and social communities. 

A highlight of the evening includes a one-time-only performance by the students of the School of American Ballet choreographed by Peter Walker, who was selected by Peter Martins, Artistic Director and Chairman of Faculty for SAB, for the second consecutive year. 

The proceeds from the event enhance every aspect of the School’s extraordinary ballet training program, helping to provide $2 million annually in student scholarships, as well as supporting faculty, maintaining world-class studios and offering vital student programs beyond the classroom. 

Famed French jeweler, Van Cleef & Arpels, will again act as the lead corporate sponsor for the gala. This long-standing partnership is a tribute to the friendship shared between SAB founder, George Balanchine, and one of the Van Cleef & Arpels founding brothers, Claude Arpels, who brought the famed French jewelry Maison to New York in 1939. Their shared passion for exceptional stones inspired a creative partnership that resulted in Balanchine’s Jewels ballet and its sumptuous costumes. 

The event is led by Chairmen Joyce Giuffra, Julia Koch, Serena Lese and Young Patron Chairmen Noreen Ahmad and Amanda Brotman. 

ABOUT SCHOOL OF AMERICAN BALLET 
The School of American Ballet, the official training academy of the New York City Ballet, was established in 1934 by legendary choreographer George Balanchine and philanthropist Lincoln Kirstein as the first and most essential step in their quest to create an American classical ballet company. 

SAB, located at New York City’s Lincoln Center, is the premier ballet academy in the United States, training more students who go on to become professional dancers than any other school. SAB’s former students fill the ranks of the New York City Ballet and other leading U.S. and international ballet companies. 

ABOUT VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 
Van Cleef & Arpels was born in Paris’ Place Vendôme in 1906, following Alfred Van Cleef’s marriage to Estelle Arpels in 1895. Always striving for excellence, the Maison has become a worldwide reference through its unique designs, its choice of exceptional stones and its virtuoso craftsmanship, offering jewels and timepieces that tell stories and bring enchantment to life. Over the years, the Maison has remained faithful to this highly distinctive style characterized by creativity, refinement and poetry. Whether inspired by nature, couture or the imagination, its collections evoke a timeless world of harmony and beauty. 

Peter Walker hails from Fort Myers, Florida, where he began his early dance training at age eight. He attended the School of American Ballet during the 2006 and 2007 Summer Courses and enrolled as a full-time student in the winter of 2007. Peter honed his choreographic skills while still an SAB student by participating in SAB’s annual Student Choreography Workshop; and in 2011, 2012 and 2014, he was selected by Peter Martins to choreograph for SAB’s Summer Course Choreographic Workshop. He was a recipient of SAB’s 2011 Mae L. Wien Award for Outstanding Promise and became an apprentice with New York City Ballet. He joined the Company as a member of the corps de ballet in fall 2012.

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Party Pics: 2015 Emery Awards

Chris Salgardo (President of Kiehl's USA), HMI CEO Thomas Krever, Teddy & Melissa Sears

Hetrick-Martin  Institute  (HMI),  the  nation’s  oldest  and  largest  LGBTQ youth  service  organization,  held  its   2015  Emery  Awards  annual  gala  on  Tuesday, November 17 at 6pm at Cipriani Wall Street. This year’s theme was “The Future”. The annual event  honors  individuals  and  organizations  that  exemplify  HMI’s  mission  of  providing  a safe and supportive environment for all young people regardless of their sexual orientation
or gender identity.

Hosted  by  Tamron  Hall,  co-host  of  the  third  hour  of  NBC  News’  TODAY  and  anchor  of MSNBC’s  MSNBC Live,  this  year’s  HMI  Emery  Awards  honored  executive  producer and host of “Watch What Happens Live”, Andy Cohen, Chris Salgardo (President, Kiehl’s USA), and the 2014-2015 Broadway production of Hedwig and The Angry Inch.

The evening featured Tony Award winner Lena Hall performing a tributary homage to the much beloved and world-renowned musical phenomenon. The Emery Awards recognizes individuals and organizations who demonstrate outstanding leadership within the LGBTQ community and those who work to address some of the most critical issues affecting HMI youth, namely the prevention  of  HIV/AIDS,  housing  and  homelessness  support,  education, and  health & wellness.

As an active supporter of a huge range of LGBTQ causes and charities, and the only openly gay talk show host on late night television, Andy Cohen is the epitome of an overarching role  model  to  LGBTQ  youth.  His  distinguished  career  and  dedication  to  the  community demonstrates  unequivocally  that thriving  professionally  and  personally  as  an  openly  gay man in this world is well within reach.

Through  personal  dedication  and  persistence  on  multiple  fronts,  Kiehl’s  Since  1851 USA President and  MANMADE  author  Chris Salgardo  is  an  undeniable  voice  and  advocate  for progress.  He  has  led  the  beauty  industry  toward  not  only  allowing,  but  also  generating supportive  and  creative  ways  to  further  propel  our  society’s  movement  toward  full equality. Actor and LifeRider Teddy Sears presented his award.

Itself a story of transformation and self-discovery, paralleling a major part of the work done by HMI, the 2014 –  2015  Broadway  production  of Hedwig & The Angry Inch raised  $590,000 for the organization. This generous act of love follows in the show’s creative team’s footsteps of a long history  of  contributing  to  HMI, through  the  2003 Tribute  album  “Wig  in a  Box”. For  this substantial contribution to HMI’s funding, they received special recognition.

For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/HetrickMartin

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Party Pics: Wholeness of Life

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A tradition for nearly three decades, HealthCare Chaplaincy Network’s Wholeness of Life Gala is an annual event that gives voice to spiritual care. It brings their cause center stage while bringing together health care professionals, patients, family members, and others who care about this aspect of overall wellness.

HCCN takes this opportunity to recognize deserving individuals who have made enormous strides on an everyday basis or throughout a lifetime in providing compassionate care to people in the throes of a health care crisis or with other needs. The Lifetime Achievement Honorees and Patient Care Honorees accept this distinction at the event.

For HCCN, the Wholeness of Life Gala represents the single largest source of awareness-raising and revenue-raising, enabling them to continue their mission to advance the integration of spiritual care in health care through clinical practice, research and education in order to improve the patient experience and help people faced with illness and grief find comfort and meaning–whoever they are, whatever they believe, wherever they are.

This year’s gala was held on November 5, 2015 at the Mandarin Oriental, NY. For more information visit http://www.hccngala.org/

 

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Party Pics: Dream Project

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A star-studded benefit was held on November 12 for the Dream Project.

Major League Baseball All-Star Robinson Cano was honored for his exceptional work supporting Dominican youth through his RC22 Foundation.

Sueños 2015 was presented by Latin GRAMMY Award winning singer Henry Santos and Latin GRAMMY nominated singer and Bachata sensation Leslie Grace, who have become Ambassadors of DREAM’s impactful programs.

We are sharing some of the great photos taken by Marvin Technolasko.

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Party Pics: Project Hope Gala

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Project Hope hosted their 2nd Annual Gala at Villa Russo in Richmond Hill.

This year they honored Chef Keltus Campo, Zanita Johnson-Tisdale, Dennie Hughes, and Jenique Jones. Without them, our program wouldn’t be where it is today.

Special Guests were Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke, Ambassador Derrick James, and Consul General of Barbados Dr. Donna Cox.

Party Digest’s own Jit Singh was also in attendance.

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Party Pics: Compassion, Fashion, and Cocktails

photo by Moxie Strategies

photo by Moxie Strategies

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Godfrey Hotel, October 29th 5:30-10pm

Israel Idonije knows how to throw a great party besides being an amazing retired NFL champion! Starting early evening with an open bar, hundreds of Chicagoans came out on this brisk evening to warm up. Food stands served amazing savory and sweet local delights. Restaurants participated with delectable dishes from gourmet pork shoulders to little flower shaped cupcakes.

Heritage Wine cellars provided wines for the wine tasting led by advanced sommelier Jim Bube.

Models walked the runway with gorgeous styles for men and women by Zadig & Voltaire. Eleven models walked the runway with easy to wear bold looks. The floor was packed, standing room only. After the show, people stuck around the Godfrey hotel’s stunning rooftop terrace to chill in the lounge under the stars.

Compassion, Fashion, and Cocktails benefited The Isreal Idonije Foundation which helps children in underserved communities by providing programs focused on social and emotional life skills. It serves communities in Chicago, Winnipeg and West Africa – all the places Idonije has called home.

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Party Pics: Celebrity Waiter Night at Hannah Storm

John Anderson, Cari Champion, LZ Granderson, Kevin Carter

“Celebrity Waiter Night was an amazing evening for The Hannah Storm Foundation,” said Hannah Storm, ESPN anchor and founder of the Hannah Storm Foundation. “This is a cause I hold close to my heart and I couldn’t have asked for a better group of celebrity waiters, presenters, honorees, auction item donors, and guests to help support the foundation and its mission of providing children with the crucial surgeries they need for their disfiguring vascular anomalies.”

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Sing For Hope

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Monday, October 26 at 7:30 pm (cocktails at 6:30 pm)
Tribeca Rooftop, 2 Desbrosses Street, New York

SING FOR HOPE transforms lives throughout New York City by bringing the power of the arts to those who need it most. Through the volunteer service of dedicated artists—opera singers, actors, jazz musicians, dancers, upetteers, painters, and more—Sing for Hope provides dynamic arts outreach programming to under-resourced communities across NYC.

Our programs include collaborative concerts for hospital patients, after-school arts classes for NYC youth, and our flagship initiative, THE SING FOR HOPE PIANOS. A celebration of our vision of art for all, this beloved public art project brings artist-designed pianos to the parks and public spaces of NYC for two weeks each summer before donating them to the community-based organizations we serve year-round. Sing for Hope is defined by the volunteerism of artists, the needs of the community, and our belief in the power of the arts to uplift, unite, and transform.

See more at http://gala.singforhope.org/

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