The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) hosted its ninth annual Art+Film Gala on Saturday, November 2, 2019, honoring artist Betye Saar and filmmaker Alfonso Cuarón. Co-chaired by LACMA trustee Eva Chow and actor Leonardo DiCaprio, the evening brought together more than 800 distinguished guests from the art, film, fashion, and entertainment industries. The Gala’s host…
Eataly’s Rooftop Restaurant Turned Into Winter Wonderland
Eataly’s rooftop restaurant, Serra by Birreria, has transformed into Serra Alpina! Inspired by a “winter greenhouse” in the Italian mountains, the winter edition of their rooftop restaurant is replete with a brand-new look and menu, including a cozy, mountain-inspired atmosphere, an extensive cider and winter cocktail menu, vino libero wines, and seasonal plates infused with Italian tradition. Their new menu features Fonduta…
PHOTOS: French Heritage Society Celebrates Elaine Sciolino’s ‘The Seine: The River that Made Paris’
French Heritage Society board member Ann Van Ness and her husband William opened their Upper East Side townhouse to launch Elaine Sciolino’s new book, The Seine: The River that Made Paris. A contributing writer and former Paris bureau chief for The New York Times, she opined, “The Seine is the most romantic river in the world. She encourages us to dream, to linger,…
PHOTOS: Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute Celebrates 50th Anniversary
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…
