The iconic Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute celebrated its 50th Anniversary on Monday, November 4, 2019 at New York University’s Rosenthal Pavilion in New York City, raising vital funds for The Lee Strasberg Creative Center, which has provided scholarships to students for 42 years. This is the first benefit in the school’s storied history. Alumni Alec Baldwin along with Marlo Thomas were the…
PHOTOS: IIE Centennial Gala, A Celebration of International Education
Hundreds of leaders in business, philanthropy, government, and higher education gathered for a memorable evening at The Pierre New York on Wednesday, Oct. 30 for the Institute of International Education’s Centennial Gala. Martin Lipton was honored with the IIE Stephen P. Duggan Award for Mutual Understanding in recognition of his lifetime of extraordinary achievement and…
PHOTOS: Casita Maria 2019 Fiesta En Fuego!
Casita Maria Center for Arts & Education held their annual gala, Fiesta, at The Plaza Hotel on October 15, 2019. Socialites and philanthropists swarmed the Ballroom of the iconic hotel – most dressed in sultry red, the obvious trend of the evening. This year’s Fiesta honored Ambassador Mary Dawkins and Brigadier General Peter Dawkins, John Hardy Jewelry, Edgar Legaspi,…
Listing: The Powers & Perils of Social Media
Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social media platforms have transformed people’s relationships with culture, the media, and one another. These technologies have demonstrated that they have the power to sway popular opinion, raise awareness, and inspire movements. They can spark, build, and foster community…or be manipulated to create negativity and discord. Join the National Institute…
PHOTOS: J100 Gala Honoring Sir Ben Kingsley, Rachel Riley, Michael Heller
Actor Sir Ben Kingsley and U.K. Channel 4 TV star Rachel Riley were honored at The Algemeiner’s 6th Annual J100 Gala in New York on September 26, 2019. The evening celebrated the release of the Algemeiner’s J100 List; 100 significant individuals who influence Jewish life. Editor In Chief and CEO, Dovid Efune, and Publisher Simon Jacobson welcomed guests to the important evening. “How does the…
Listing: American Ballet Theatre Fall Gala
ABT’s Fall Gala will be held on October 16, 2019. It will celebrate the ABT Women’s Movement. This season’s Fall Gala features an exhilarating program of new work by leading female choreographers and honors the President and CEO of Celebrity Cruises, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, in recognition of her empowerment of women in leadership roles and dedication…
Listing: 34th Annual Great Sports Legends Dinner
Dwyane Wade is a three-time NBA World Champion, Finals MVP, and 13-time All-Star. Newest inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, Ed Reed, is a Super Bowl Champion and nine-time All-Pro. Wladimir Klitschko is one of the best Heavyweight Champion boxers of all-time and a Gold Medal winner in the 1996 Olympic Games. Christian…
Listing: Macy’s Herald Square Welcomes Marvel Comic Artists Adi Granov & Mark Brooks
Join Macy’s Herald Square for the launch of Citizens new watch Collection with Marvel! Attend their Q&A session with Marvel comic artists, Adi Granov and Mark Brooks, hosted by Ultimate Spiderman’s editor, Nick Lowe. Afterward, be one the first 100 customers to pre-purchase a Citizen watch, and have an opportunity to meet and snap a photo with the artists*! Want…
Listing: Global Lyme Alliance Celebrates 5th Annual New York City Gala
Global Lyme Alliance (GLA), the leading 501(c)(3) dedicated to conquering Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, will hold its 5th Annual New York City Gala on Thursday, October 10th, 2019 at Cipriani 42nd Street. The event aims to raise Lyme disease awareness and research funds to improve diagnostics, treatments and ultimately find a cure for Lyme…
Two New NYC Hotspots You Must Try
The age old question of “where to go this weekend” just got a little easier! Looking for a luxurious evening with French inspired cuisine? Try Coco J’adore in the Meatpacking District. Looking for something more casual with great outdoor space and creative cocktails? Try Hidden Lane in between Gramercy Park and Union Square. Coco J’adore Officially…
PHOTOS: Museum of Arts and Design Opens The World Of Anna Sui
The Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) celebrated the opening of its latest exhibition, The World of Anna Sui, during New York Fashion Week on September 10, 2019. The major retrospective of iconic American fashion designer Anna Sui features seventy-five looks from the designer’s archive – from her groundbreaking inaugural fashion show of 1991 to her Spring 2019…
5 Ways Cooking Benefits Your Mental State
It’s no secret that cooking healthy food provides benefits to our bodies, but there’s also evidence that the act of preparing meals can benefit our minds as well. Mental health experts credit cooking with helping to relieve depression, anxiety, eating disorders and other conditions. As various forms of meditation have become in vogue as ways to relax…
