Charity Galas

The NCAN Celebration of Life Gala

Guests and supporters gathered for the NCAN CELEBRATION OF LIFE GALA 2022 at the Sterling in Hicksville Rd

Bethpage, NY.

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The Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network (NCAN) is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness of Neuroendocrine Cancer, providing support for caregivers and people with NETs, and funding for NET cancer research. Since 2003, it has been our mission, or as we like to say, our passion, to educate and support the NET community as a whole. That’s our thing.

Thanks to you, NCAN has once again been awarded top rated nonprofit organization status. It’s an award bestowed upon us by the community, and we’re proud to say that we’ve been honored with this award every year since 2011. This status helps bring even more credibility to our organization, which in turn helps donors and volunteers feel more confident in their choice to support us.

NET cancer is an acronym for Neuroendocrine tumor. NET, or NETs, is an umbrella term for a group of unusual, often slow-growing cancers, which arise from neuroendocrine cells found throughout the body. For years this group of cancers was identified as a specific disease called carcinoid. This term is slowly being replaced in medical literature by the term NETs.

NET Cancer is listed with the National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD). It has received low priority for medical research because of its rarity and lack of public awareness. That’s why we are out there, spreading the word, and doing as much as we can to bring NETs to the forefront.

However, NETs are not as rare as once thought. More than 12,000 new patients are diagnosed each year and as many as 125,000 patients are living in the US today. And the number of diagnoses is increasing by more than 5% annually.

WHERE DO NETs OCCUR ON THE BODY?

The most common sites for NETs to occur are in the digestive system, lung, and pancreas. But they can also occur in many other parts of the body. The place where a NET first appears is called the primary site. However, the NET may spread to other parts of the body such as the lymph nodes, liver, or bones. If this happens your doctor may refer to the NET as a secondary tumor or metastasis.

SYMPTOMS and DIAGNOSING NETs

NETs can have a number of different effects on the body. Some NETs produce abnormally large amounts of hormones and peptides that can cause a related syndrome, such as carcinoid syndrome. This means that the products that are secreted cause noticeable symptoms that vary, depending on the location and biological properties. Oftentimes, the symptoms are similar to other, more common conditions. The most common NET symptoms are abdominal pain, flushing, diarrhea, wheezing, bloating, heart palpitations, edema, skin rash and heartburn.

It’s not unusual for NETs to be overlooked during the diagnostic process. In fact, many patients go untreated for years because they have been told they have another disease with similar symptoms. However, if the tumors are found early and you get proper treatment, you may live a long life.

NCAN STANDS FOR Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network

The ZEBRA logo, or mascot, was originally designed in 2003 by the Carcinoid Cancer Awareness Network (CCAN), now known as the Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network (NCAN). This is, perhaps, why many refer to us as “The Original ZEBRA.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT www.netcancerawareness.org

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2022 Gatsby Gala To Support Suffolk County
Boy Scouts of America

Supporters gathered at the 2022 Gatsby Gala

The fundraiser event took place at Villa Lombardi’s in Holbrook NY to support Scouting here in Suffolk County Council. There was a sumptuous buffet dinner, cocktails, gaming tables and raffles. Guests dressed to impress in their 1920’s Jazz Baby flapper sexy attire and Zoot Suits!

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Suffolk County Council, BSA provides a comprehensive values-based program that develops character, teaches citizenship, and encourages personal fitness to more than 7500 youth each year. The Council was chartered on April 6, 1919 to instill values and expand the Scouting movement in Suffolk County. The Council Service Center is located at 1 Independence Hill, Suite 202, Farmingville, NY 11738 inside the Town of Brookhaven Building 2nd Floor and is open week days from 10: 00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday.

The Council also provides a Learning for Life Division that offers programs career education programs for youth. Learning for Life in school program provides career speakers to local schools to educate students on opportunities. The Exploring programs provides real world experience for youth to explorer different career fields. To learn more check out www.learningforlife.org or www.exploring.org.

In addition, the service center offers Scouting for individuals with special needs via our FDR Division. Programs include traditional Scouting, group home and agency Scouting, and in school Scouting programs. Programs can be customized for the participants and include coed programs such as Exploring and Learning for Life. Participants can be any age.

For more information please visit https://www.sccbsa.org/

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GUESTS GATHERED UNDER THE STARS TO BENEFIT THE ELLEN HERMANSON FOUNDATION

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation hosted its annual Summer Gala Benefit on Saturday, August 27, 2022 from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM under the stars at Hampton Racquet, located at 172 Buckskill Rd in East Hampton, NY.

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at The Ellen Hermanson Foundation Annual Summer Gala Benefit on Saturday, August 27, 2022
under the stars at Hampton Racquet

The Foundation was proud to honor Ingrid Arneberg, and recognize in memoriam the late Emily Levin, co-founder of The Ellen Hermanson Foundation, for their extraordinary commitment to the East End. The event featured entertainment and dancing with Winston Irie and the Selective Security Band, and cuisine prepared by Lan Cao, the owner and executive chef of V Cafe in New York City. Jean Shafiroff, noted philanthropist, was the Gala Chair, along with the Host Committee which includes The Ellen Hermanson Foundation Board of Directors, The Executive Director and friends of the Foundation.

For more information please visit https://www.ellenhermanson.org/events/2022/8/27/summer-gala, or contact [email protected] or 631-907-1952.

Funds raised provide for direct breast health services in our community:

Free breast cancer screenings for uninsured women;

A full-time oncological social worker to provide group and individual therapy through Ellen’s Well, a free support and wellness program;

Funding for a bilingual, bicultural outreach worker;

Transportation assistance to medical appointments;

Emergency grants for diagnostic breast healthcare expenses; and

Funding for breast health programs in partnership with The Bridgehampton Child Care & Recreational Center, OLA (Organización Latino-Americana of the East End), The Retreat—All Against Abuse, and The Shinnecock Indian Health Center.

Special thanks goes to the sponsors of Summer Gala 2022: Julie Ratner, EdD; James Levin; Hampton Racquet; The Melissa Cohn Group / William Raveis Mortgage; Ann Ciardullo & Keith Green; Autumn Chirlin & Lynne Chirlin; Jay Eisenhofer; Jane Krieger & Neil Bersin; Hamptons Fashion Week; Stony Brook Southampton Hospital; Bellissima; Samsung; Cathy Tweedy / Saunders; Edward Jones Investments; Tito’s Handmade Vodka; Dan’s Papers / Schneps Media. (Sponsorship list as of 7/25/2022.)

Special thanks goes to the Host Committee of Summer Gala 2022: Mercedes Barré-Williams; Stanley Baumblatt and Chaz Austin; Robert Chaloner and Oscar Mandes; Constance Chen, MD* and Stephen Warren, MD; Ann Ciardullo* and Keith Green; Melissa Cohn* and Bill Harts, Iris and Jay Dankner; Jennifer Finkelstein and Robert Fafalak, MD; Amanda Star Frazer, Esq.* and Brian McDermott; Lee Fryd; Elena Gibbs; Anne Tschida Gomberg** and Michael Gomberg; John Graham; Monica Graham; Patti Kenner; Jane Krieger and Neil Bersin; Hope Klein Langer* and Lawrence Langer; Bridget LeRoy and Eric Johnson; James Levin*; Jackie Lowey and David Kuperschmid; Jessica Mackin-Cipro and Joe Cipro; Yubal Márquez Fleites; Demetra Mattone; JJ McKay; Hugo Moreno*; Thuyen Nguyen*; Eileen Rappaport*; Jill Rappaport; Julie Ratner, Ed.D* and Sam Eskenazi; Dee Rivera*; Victoria Schneps; Iris Shokoff*; Cathy Tweedy*; Jodi and Jack Wasserman; Christine and Jim Weinberg; Cathy and Norman Yohay. (Host Committee list as of 7/25/2022.)

Please note * denotes The Ellen Hermanson Foundation Board of Directors; and ** denotes Executive Director.

During the event I interviewed many supporters including Honoree Ingrid Arneberg.

Ingrid is a long time certified raw food dessert chef and vegan specialist who loves to share her

knowledge of nutrition and healthy eating. She is also a consummate practitioner of martial arts

and an advocate for animals, humans, and the planet. Both vegan cooking and martial arts

embody a certain level of spirituality - a fortitude to go beyond the norm and inspire greatness

from yourself and those around you. Training hard invites the mind to take retrospect on what is

important in this life in much the same way that eating from a place of consciousness awakens a

deeper sense of connection and appreciation for the vehicle with which we move through this

world. These two core elements are the root of Ingrid’s deep sense of philanthropy - cultivating a

spirit of generosity that is palpable in every cause Ingrid gets behind.

Vegan expert, martial artist, animal advocate, cancer fighting supporter, and philanthropist, her

trove of accomplishments is as big as her heart. She continues to add to the body of science at

The Crystal Dawn Culinary Institute and Pachavega living Food Academy, and is currently a

member of the Raw Food Chef Alliance where she specializes in raw and vegan cuisine that can

stimulate deep cleansing as well as reduction of inflammation and anxiety. She’s helped dozens

of individuals transition to a plant-based lifestyle, and has served as a Community Engagement

Ambassador for Renacer Entertainment, in which she provided vegan desserts to elderly

communities in collaboration with numerous partnering local nonprofit organizations.

Ingrid aligns with causes in which impact is measurable - where collective efforts enable her to

get a clearer picture of what is going on and how her contributions can effectively create positive

change in the community. She is quoted saying, “As a martial artist we are always protecting

others and looking out for each other and ready to jump in if somebody needs help, and this is

something that we do in philanthropy as well.” Her philosophy on giving is that it is an honor to

be of service to others and a vehicle for goodness to move through. She hopes that her generosity

inspires others to philanthropic action in every way they can.

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Jean Shafiroff, Bill Bratton, Rikki Klieman, Johnathan McCann (Photo credit: Society Allure)

TV HOST Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Event UNCONDITIONAL LOVE GALA SOUTHAMPTON,NY

Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Event Chaired by Jean Shafiroff

With Honorary Chair Georgina Bloomberg and Honored

Jonathan McCann & William Bratton

The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s 13th Annual Unconditional Love Gala returned to the Hamptons on a beautiful summer evening on storied Gin Lane in Southampton, NY. The grand soiree was among the highlight of this summer season out East to date. Chaired by Jean Shafiroff, the event honored Jonathan McCann, founding President of SASF and William Bratton, former Police Commissioner of New York City. The Honorary Chair was Georgina Bloomberg. The annual event has been the most important fundraiser for the shelter for over a decade featuring a reception, seated dinner and dancing. In addition, a live and silent auction helped raise much-needed funds for the animals.

Proceeds from this event directly supported the more than 5,000 animals who enter the SASF’s doors each year. The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, open admission, no kill organization, is supported exclusively by donations and grants from the community. From caring and finding homes for stray and abandoned animals to providing low-cost veterinary care and dog training so that animals can remain in their homes, the shelter has become a vital resource in our community. No animal is left behind.

Notable attendees included Bill Bratton, Jean Shafiroff, Jonathan McCann, Martin Shafiroff, Rikki Klieman, Pat Deshong, Rocco DiSpirito, Morgan Oliveira, Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman, Magdalena Schneiderman, NYS Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright, Jaclyn Brunckhorst, Greg D’Elia, Mayor Jesse Warren, Martyna Sokol, Jill Rappaport, Kim and Greg Dryer, Elizabeth Shafiroff, Debbie Bancroft, Ian Duke, Elena Gibbs, Lucia Hwong Gordon, Ann Liguori, Susie Wagner, Greg D’Elia, Nancy Stone, Terry Moan, Jonathan McCann, Dede Gotthelf, Eve Brookville and David Hochberg.

Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Board Members include Susan Allen, Beau Hulse, Wendy Wegner, Bonnie Klapper, Renee Schlather, Brigid Fitzgerald, Dorothy Frankel, Sarah Freedman, Jordan Lippner, Marcy MacMillan, DMV, William Matuska, and Lorraine Egan. Platinum Vice Chairs include Susan Allen, Allen Wyoming Foundation, and Leslie L. Alexander Foundation. Diamond Vice Chair Jonathan McCann and Martin & Jean Shafiroff. Corporate Chair, Stifel. Silver Vice Chairs Fiona & Stanley Druckenmiller, Lorraine, Bill & Lynn Egan, Karen & John Ferguson, Paul Herman, Beau & Patricia Hulse, Southampton Hospital Foundation, Bonnie Klapper & Lonny Schwartz, Mrs. Nicholas D. Mastronardi.

The Foundation’s Host committee included Antonella Bertello, John Crawford, Rocco DiSpirito, Kim Renk Dryer, Elena Gibbs, Geri Garvin, Missy Hargraves, Asia Lee, Rolise Rachel, Randi Schatz, and Dawn Jessica Strain along with the Team from the foundation including Executive Director Pat Deshong, Operations Director Beatrix Parash, and Director of Marketing, Nicole A. Tumilowicz.

The evening started off with a silent auction as well as a cocktail hour that included chilled, Summer in a Bottle rosè by Wölffer Estate Vineyards, freshly made Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Uni Tequila cocktails, and passed hors d’oeuvres by Robbins Wolfe catering. Attendees were then treated to a three-course meal featuring James Beard Award Winning Chef, Rocco Dispirito’s Tindle chicken parmigiano, an indulgent, plant-based dish.

In her address, Jean Shafiroff Chair of the Gala commented, “we were so pleased to honor Bill Bratton and Jonathan McCann. This year we welcomed both a number of long-standing supporters and in addition many new supporters. We also saw the attendance of many new young juniors – which is wonderful as they represent the next generation of animal lovers and supporters".

Highlights of the live and silent auction items included: The Boca Raton, Sailhamptons with a Hinckley picnic boat, Atlantis Bahamas, Sun Valley Resort, Yacht Kingfisher, The Baker House 1650, London Jewelers, and artwork from Camilla Webster, Leila Pinto, Hakob Hakobian, and George Schulman. Other items included tickets to The New York Knicks, Rangers, Mets, and Islanders, as well as tickets to a Billy Joel concert (to be attended in his private booth). The gift bags included a $250 serum by Clinical Skin, $100 gift card from Bionova, Aloisa beauty, socks by Bombas, Petralyte, Cafe Vitoria, Serenity Tea, Kim Renk Jewelry, Burlap & Barrel Royal Cinnamon, and gluten-free nut bread by Rocco DiSpirito. Generous restaurant donations were made by The American Hotel, Dopo La Spiaggia, Union Steak & Sushi, Union Burger, Page 63, The Bell & Anchor, Lulu Kitchen & Bar, Manna, and Sen Restaurants.

For more information, please visit www.sasf.org.

About SASF:

The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit, open admission, no kill shelter that relies on the generosity of their donors and volunteers to care to for the homeless animals in its community, and to place them in loving “forever homes.” The number of animals in need of help is growing every day. The overpopulation of pets on Long Island is a major issue. Whether caring for strays found wandering the streets, rescuing neglected and abandoned animals, or saving dogs from the horrors of the puppy mill industry, the shelter is a safe haven for all animals and for some, a last resort. Without SASF, these animals would not be able to survive. The shelter provides a steppingstone for animals to find a loving home. It offers them housing, food, medical treatment, training, and rehabilitation when necessary. They not only take in community pets but also partner with other rescues and shelters, located on Long Island, New York and areas in the South including Puerto Rico and Mexico, to save animals that are in dire situations.

For more information, please visit www.sasf.org.

PRESS CONTACT (SASF, Jean Shafiroff):

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[email protected] | Tel: (212) 967-6900

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ANNUAL PINK PEARL GALA TO BENEFIT NORTH FORK BREAST HEALTH COALITION

BOARDMEMBERS POSE FOR A PHOTO-OP AT THE ANNUAL PINK PEARL GALA TO BENEFIT NORTH FORK BREAST HEALTH COALITION ON APRIL 8, 2022 AT EAST WIND IN WADING RIVER, NY

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NORTH FORK BREAST HEALTH COALITION ONCE AGAIN HELD THEIR ANNUAL PINK PEARL GALA AT EAST WIND IN WADING RIVER, NY ON APRIL 8, 2022.

All raffle proceeds benefited the NFBHC Keri Lynn Stromski Stage IV Fund.

I WAS HAPPY TO INTERVIEW THE HONOREES AT THE EVENT.

Morgan Stromski the daughter of Honoree Keri Lynn Stromski sat down with me for an exclusive interview about her devoted and dedicated mother who was diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer and lived for six years donating her time and efforts to those who were also stricken with Breast Cancer.

Morgan and her family received the award that was presented to her mother Honoree Keri Lynn Stromski. All raffle proceeds benefit the NFBHC Keri Lynn Stromski Stage IV Fund.

Keri Lynn Stromski of Jamesport, who valiantly fought Stage IV breast cancer received the inaugural Medal of Valor posthumously.

The Peconic River Sportsman’s Club was honored with the community spirit award for its work in raising money for Long Island breast cancer coalitions. The award was accepted by Ed Walden and Joe Hocker.

The North Fork Breast Health Coalition is working to encourage and assist in the prevention, early intervention, and cure of breast cancer through advocacy, awareness, networking, and research. The funds they raise go directly to programs such as "Lend a Helping Hand", which provides grants to patients on the North Fork who are being treated for breast cancer.

The North Fork Breast Health Coalition is a group of concerned citizens working in conjunction with other community resources. As a not-for-profit organization, they have no paid employees, but rather return all funds raised for services to those diagnosed with breast cancer on the North Fork. They are committed to finding an answer to the high incidence of breast cancer in their area. Their primary goal is to increase community awareness of the many issues involved in the battle against this disease which kills more than 180,000 women a year in this country.

OFFICERS & DIRECTORS

Melanie McEvoy, President

Bernadette Tuthill, Vice-President

Annie Baulch, Secretary

Denise Vasilakos, Treasurer

BeeJay Ferucci, At Large Director

Luisa Gatz, At Large Director

Lori McBride, At Large Director

Colleen Pennica, At Large Director

Susan Ruffini, At Large Director

Kelly Trick, At Large Director

Vanie Tuthill, At Large Director

Dawn Vogel, At Large Director

Janice Young, At Large Director

COALITION FOUNDERS

Ann Cotten-DeGrasse

Antonio DeGrasse

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT https://www.northforkbreasthealth.org/

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BACK IN BLACK SUMMER BENEFIT
Saturday, August 28, 2021 FOR THE ELLEN HERMANSON FOUNDATION

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Saturday, August 28, 2021 FOR THE ELLEN HERMANSON FOUNDATION

Supporters and guests gathered to attend the BACK IN BLACK SUMMER BENEFIT on

Saturday, August 28, 2021 at6:30 PM 10:00 PM OUTSIDE at Hampton Racquet in East Hampton, NY.

Anne Gomberg, The Executive Director of The Ellen Hermanson Foundation revealed "We wanted to zero in on the foundation and its success and went on to explain that, “We just had Ellen’s Run, which is our signature event, and it was our 26th year. We were so glad to be able to come back out and feel the warmth and support of our community. It was really an amazing day. I think everybody is ready to come back and be together safely while following the needed protocols. That is what we are going to continue to do at our gala! It’s going to be outdoors at the Hampton Racquet. We will be honoring John Graham who is the executive director of Hampton Racquet because he has been a supporter of ours for years. Every Spring he calls us up and asks us, ‘how can I support you this year.’ Over the years they have done tennis events for us to help us raise money and raise awareness. He and his sister Monica , who is the co-owner have really supported us we would like to honor the community members who come out and show their support by opening up their businesses for us to be able to raise money and awareness.”

Then she added, “We are also honoring Tovah Feldshuh because she is committed to using her talents also to help us build awareness. She supports us every year, she comes to our events, she uses her voice and her platform to help build awareness about the needs for access to breast care on the east end where people don’t always notice but there are a number of people who live here year round who struggle. They also may be underinsured or uninsured. Our mission is to serve everybody, no one is turned away from the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center for lack of insurance or inability to pay for treatment.”

Ms. Gomberg provided some important statistics. She said that, “One in eight women are effected by breast cancer. That means everybody is really effected because knows somebody, everyone has an aunt a sister or a neighbor , cousin, co-worker who has breast cancer. It effects everybody in our community and effects families because women are the pillars of their families and if a woman is ill, the whole family suffers. That’s why our’ Ellen’s Well’ program provides free phycho-social services to breast cancer patients and that extends to their families as well. In 2019 we did over 12,000 screenings were provided at the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center and its satellites in Hampton Bays and East Hampton. Last year because of the pandemic that number dipped so our goal in 2021 is to continue to get the word out that you need to get your screenings, you can’t skip screenings because of the pandemic. Women are getting sicker because they are being diagnosed at a later stage and that’s never a good thing."

I was also honored to interview Honoree Actress Tovah Feldshuh.

Terri Sue "Tovah" Feldshuh (born December 27, 1952) is an American actress, singer, and playwright. She has been a Broadway star for more than four decades, earning four Tony Award nominations. She has also received two Emmy Award nominations for Holocaust and Law & Order, and appeared in such films as A Walk on the Moon, She's Funny That Way, and Kissing Jessica Stein. In 2015–2016, she played the role of Deanna Monroe on AMC's television adaptation of The Walking Dead.

Feldshuh appeared on the stage under the name "Terri Fairchild" before deciding to incorporate her Hebrew name and her original surname as her professional name, Tovah Feldshuh. She said of her name changes: "I fell in love with a Christian boy, Michael Fairchild, who didn't want to kiss a Terri Sue. He said: 'Terri Sue doesn't fit you at all. What's that other name of yours? Tovah? Now that's a name!"[5] In 1994, she joked that she could have changed her name to "Goody Two-shoes", since tovah is Hebrew for "good", while Feldshuh translates from German as "field shoe".[6]

She made her Broadway debut in the short-lived 1973 musical Cyrano starring Christopher Plummer. She appeared in the titular role in Yentl both off-Broadway at the Chelsea Theater Center and later on Broadway. Both productions are detailed in the book, Chelsea on the Edge: The Adventures of an American Theater, which describes tensions between Feldshuh and director Robert Kalfin over the play's interpretation.[7]

Her other Broadway credits include Saravà, Lend Me a Tenor, and Golda's Balcony - William Gibson's work about the late Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir. Golda's Balcony set a record as the longest-running one-woman play in Broadway history on January 2, 2005.[8]

Feldshuh made her cabaret debut at the Algonquin Hotel Oak Room with her act, Tovah: Crossovah! From Broadway to Cabaret, which was followed by Tovah: Out of Her Mind! She took the latter show on the road to Philadelphia, Dallas, Houston, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Hong Kong, and Sydney. The West End production sold out an eight-week run at the Duke of York's Theatre. The Boston Globe selected her as Best Cabaret Artist of 2000.[9] In 2000, she co-wrote and performed in a one-woman play about actress Tallulah Bankhead titled Tallulah Hallelujah![10]

She returned to Broadway in the Dan Gordon play Irena's Vow in March 2009. She had appeared off-Broadway in this play in September 2008.[11] In 2012, Feldshuh performed as Mama Rose in a revival of Gypsy.

At the September 21, 2013, Broadway performance of Pippin, Andrea Martin's last performance as Berthe (Pippin's grandmother) was announced to be the following day, and Feldshuh would be subsequently taking over the role. In 2014, she starred in Gypsy at the Bristol Riverside Theatre as Mama Rose.[12][13]

In February 2015, she performed a one-woman show that she called Aging Is Optional at 54 Below.

In 1973, Feldshuh appeared on television in a supporting role in Scream, Pretty Peggy. In 1976, she also had a supporting role in Ryan's Hope, and in the following year, she played Katharine Hepburn in The Amazing Howard Hughes. Also in 1977, she appeared on The Bob Newhart Show as Veronica Kidd, in an episode called "The Heartbreak Kidd" (season five, episode 18), which aired February 5. However, Feldshuh came to international prominence as Helena Slomova in the 1978 miniseries Holocaust, based on Gerald Green's novel. Between 1991 and 2007, Feldshuh had a recurring role as defense attorney Danielle Melnick on NBC's Law & Order. (In 2018, Feldshuh was to reprise her role as Melnick, who would by then be a Cook County judge, in Dick Wolf's Chicago Justice, a companion program to his Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med that would be situated primarily in the Cook County, Illinois, court system.)[citation needed]

Feldshuh's feature-film appearances have included Lady in the Water, The Triangle Factory Fire Scandal, A Walk on the Moon, Happy Accidents, Brewster's Millions, The Idolmaker, The Blue Iguana, A Day in October, The Believer, Love Comes Lately, Just My Luck, and Kissing Jessica Stein. She also appeared as Ruthie in the 2004 film The Tollbooth.

Feldshuh appeared in Goyband, co-starring Adam Pascal, Amy Davidson, Cris Judd, Dean Edwards, Tibor Feldman, and Natasha Lyonne. She was also slated to star in the psychological thriller Acts of Mercy. In 2009, Feldshuh recorded the song "Bein Nahar Prat" for Pioneers for a Cure, with the proceeds benefiting Ellen's Run.

In 2012, she appeared as Mossad agent Rivka in the Covert Affairs episode "Wishful Beginnings". In 2014, she appeared in the film She's Funny That Way.

in March 2015, Feldshuh made her debut in a starring role on AMC's highly rated The Walking Dead. Feldshuh had never seen the show before being cast as former politician Deanna Monroe, whose character Feldshuh says she based on Hillary Clinton.[15] She also appeared in the six-part miniseries Flesh and Bone, which debuted in 2015 on Starz.

From 2015 to 2019, Feldshuh had a recurring role on the musical comedy Crazy Ex-Girlfriend as Naomi Bunch, the image-conscious and hypercritical mother of the show's main character, Rebecca Bunch, played by Rachel Bloom.

During our interview Ms. Feldshuh revealed she will be playing Dr. Ruth Westheimer on Broadway in December.

For more information please visit https://www.ellenhermanson.org/

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The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s 12th Annual Unconditional Love Gala

Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s
12th Annual Unconditional Love Gala
Chaired by Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff photo by Patrick McMullan.jpg

The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s 12th Annual Unconditional Love Gala returned to the Hamptons. The event took place under the tents on Pond Lane in Southampton, NY. After a paused year of in-person gatherings, the grand soiree was a highlight of the summer season. The annual gala was chaired by philanthropist, TV host, and author Jean Shafiroff, Georgina Bloomberg was the Honorary Chair, and supported by Junior Chair Katie McEntee, and Junior Co-chairs Kingsley Crawford and Nathania Nisonson,

Notable attendees included: Jean Shafiroff, Steven Baldwin, Andy Sabin, NYS Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright, Margo and John Catsimatidis, Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneidman, Martin Shafiroff, Patricia and Roger Silverstein, Dale and Renee Schlather, John Bradham, Beau Hulse, Katie McEntee, James Marzigliano, Missy Hargraves, Amy Cosman, Greg D’Elia, Patty Raines, Frederick Anderson, Cornelia Bregman, Lee Fryd, Elizabeth Shafiroff, Jacqueline Shafiroff, Dr. Peter Micholas, Lisa and Philip Crawford, Robert Lohman, Lucia Hwong Gordon, Barbara McEntee, Janna Bullock, Kingsley Crawford, Nathania Nisonson, Craig Dix, Alex Hamer, Matt Rich, Jodi Giglio, Ann Liguori, Leesa Rowland, Scarlett Magda, Jane Rothschild, Bill Boggs, John Bradham, Kaseina Osheredko, Kathy Murphy, Ruth Miller, Nicole Salmasi, Brigid Fitzgerald and Michael Katz.

The annual event has been the most important fundraiser for the shelter for over a decade. The honorees for 12th Annual Unconditional Love Gala were philanthropists and animal advocates, Andy Sabin and April Gornik.

The fun-filled gala featured cocktails and a delicious, seated dinner, as well as dancing. In addition, a live and silent auction helped raise much-needed funds for the animals. One of the auction items was a Moke that was graciously donated by the Crawford Family. Another item was a sparkling tennis bracelet donated by RuchiNewYork. Rosewood Baha Mar donated vacation package valued at $20,000 complete with a massage, wine tastings, and a private chef. Proceeds from this event directly supported the more than 5,000 animals who enter SASF doors each year. The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is supported exclusively by donations and grants from the community. From caring and finding homes for stray and abandoned animals to providing low-cost veterinary care and dog training so that animals can remain in their homes, the shelter has become a vital resource in our community.

Thank you to our host committee Antonella Bertello, Amy Cosman, Missy Hargraves, Randi Schatz and Robert Lohman; and auction committee Rolise Rachel, Carol Nobbs and Monica Reiner.

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Photos courtesy of Patrick McMullan, and Rob Rich Society Allure. See individual photos for credit.

Full Albums:

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Rob Rich Society Allure: www.societyallure.com/Hamptons-2021/Southampton-Animal-Shelter-Unconditional-Love/

About SASF:

The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF) is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that relies on the generosity of their donors and volunteers to care to for the homeless animals in its community, and to place them in loving “forever homes.” The number of animals in need of help is growing every day. The overpopulation of pets on Long Island is a major issue. Whether caring for strays found wandering the streets, rescuing neglected and abandoned animals, or saving dogs from the horrors of the puppy mill industry, the shelter is a safe haven for all animals and for some, a last resort. Without SASF, these animals would not be able to survive. The shelter provides a steppingstone for animals to find a loving home. It offers them housing, food, medical treatment, training, and rehabilitation when necessary. They not only take in community pets but also partner with other rescues and shelters, located on Long Island, New York and areas in the South including Puerto Rico, to save animals that are in dire situations.

For more information, please visit www.sasf.org.

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BAILEY HOUSE GALA AND AUCTION 2020

Charles Pavarini III, Opera Star and Designer David Santiago

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Real House Wives of NJ Dolores Catania, Interior Designer Charles Pavarini III, Opera Star and Designer David Santiago, Patricia Fox, Purely Patricia, Patrica Ann Parenti, Hester Sunshine, Jamel Robinson at the Bailey House Gala and Auction

BAILEY HOUSE GALA AUCTION GALA 2020

BAILEY HOUSE GALA AND AUCTION 2020

On Thursday, March 5, 2020, the annual Bailey House Gala & Auction was held at Pier 60 at Chelsea Piers from 6:00 – 10:00 PM. The organization thanks all who have supported the event in the past.

Housing Works, the nation’s leading HIV/AIDS advocacy and service organization with a chain of well-known businesses in New York City, and Bailey House, the nation’s first HIV/AIDS supportive housing provider, announced today the completion of the previously announced merger, making the combined organization one of New York’s largest health and human services providers.

“For more than 30 years, Bailey House has been a leader in providing housing and essential support services to individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses,” said Charles King, co-founder and CEO of Housing Works. “This merger builds on Gina Quattrochi’s dynamic legacy of vigorous advocacy on behalf of New Yorkers with and affected by HIV/AIDS and continues the evolution of the Bailey House mission.”

The merger creates a new housing operations and development enterprise, which will retain the Bailey House name. Andrew Coamey, who previously served as Housing Works’ Senior Vice President for housing development, operations, and facilities, will serve as the executive director. Clients from both Housing Works and Bailey House will have access to expanded service offerings, including primary medical care. Housing Works will also extend its Federally Qualified Health Center to include Bailey House’s behavioral health program in East Harlem.

“With the merger complete, we are excited to unite forces with Housing Works to bolster service offerings for people with HIV/AIDS in New York City,” said Daniel W. Tietz, CEO of Bailey House who will step down after an initial integration period. “This will grant us the ability to jointly develop new, ground-up supportive and affordable housing under the Bailey House

brand. Together, we will help more low-income New Yorkers achieve the best possible health outcomes by expanding housing, healthcare, and behavioral health services for New Yorkers most in need.”

“Housing Works and Bailey House have a long and deep history of partnership,” said Housing Works President Matthew Bernardo. “This merger brings renewed focus to ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic in New York by 2020 and accelerate our efforts to improve access to housing, primary care, and mental health services in the state and across the country,”

The Bailey House Gala & Auction, scheduled for March 7, 2019, will remain the centerpiece of ongoing, year-round fundraising activities benefiting Bailey House’s housing programs and related services. Housing Works will also continue its calendar of fundraising events including Design on a Dime NYC scheduled for April 24-27, 2019.

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About Housing Works: Housing Works was founded in 1990 as an outgrowth of the powerful social movement ACT UP. With a long-term commitment to AIDS advocacy, Housing Works has grown into one of the nation’s largest HIV/AIDS service organizations. Serving almost 10,000 clients annually, Housing Works operates four Federally Qualified Health Centers: two in Brooklyn and two in Manhattan. Additionally, Housing Works established New York State’s first harm reduction-based, OASAS-licensed outpatient drug treatment program. Other services include Health Home care management, behavioral health, and syringe exchange programs. A pioneer in the social entrepreneurship movement, Housing Works operates 13 high-end thrift shops in Manhattan and Brooklyn and a much-loved Bookstore Cafe in Soho.

This year The Bailey House Auction featured over 100 pieces of art. Join them on March 5th to bid on pieces by Herb Ritts, Robert Mapplethorpe, Duane Michals, Della Weinberger, and many more! Works of art featured in the auction have been graciously framed by their friends at Chelsea Frames.

Where New York’s tastemakers and trendsetters join leaders from business, entertainment, media, fashion, art and design to celebrate Bailey House, honor its allies, and bid on an extraordinary selection of art, home design items, furniture, travel, restaurant certificates, and one-of-a-kind experiences.

For over 36 years Bailey House has been addressing poverty, homelessness, food insecurity, mental health, substance use and chronic illness to improve health outcomes for marginalized, low-income New Yorkers.

HONOREES

Rand Harlan Skonick Social Responsibility Award:

John Metzner and Stan Ponte

Gina Quattrochi Arts & Legacy Award:

Duane Michals

For more information, visit www.housingworks.org

About Bailey House: For 35 years, Bailey House has been a leader in providing housing and essential support services to individuals and families with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses. A subsidiary of Housing Works, Bailey House operates a service center in East Harlem offering OMH- and OASAS-licensed behavioral health clinics, Health Home care management, a food pantry, and expanded housing resources to include scatter-site and transitional units for a variety of populations, including U.S. military veterans and young adults, in addition to those with HIV/AIDS.

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The Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness
16th Annual
'Celebration of Life' Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Honoree Dr. Lowell Anthony

TV Host Entertainment Journalist Cognac Wellerlane interviews Honoree Dr. Lowell Anthony and Founders Maryann and Bob Wahmann

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Neuroendocrine patient Wendy Knoll and Honorary Chair Judy San Roman at the 16th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Neuroendocrine patient Wendy Knoll and Honorary Chair Judy San Roman at the 16th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at the 16th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala

Guests gathered to celebrate 16th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala at The Sterling,345 Hicksville Rd

Bethpage, NY 11714

The event paid special tribute to Honorary Chair Judy San Roman and 2019 Above and Beyond Award received by Dr. Lowell Anthony for his dedication to treating Neuroendocrine Cancer Patients.

The Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network's Board of Directors invited all to their 16th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala. It was an evening of sharing- with Dinner, Cocktails, Dancing, a Silent Auction and Raffles. Funds raised will benefit neuroendocrine cancer patients and get us one step closer to a cure!

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Future participation will help NCAN keep important programs like these available to neuroendocrine cancer patients:

Patient Hotline

Patient Conferences

Information Packets

Support Group Assistance

Funding for Research

The Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network's Board of Directors invites you to our 16th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala. It's an evening of sharing- with Dinner, Cocktails, Dancing, a Silent Auction and Raffles. Funds raised will benefit neuroendocrine cancer patients and get us one step closer to a cure!

Take Action, Make a Difference!

Your participation will help NCAN keep important programs like these available to neuroendocrine cancer patients:

Patient Hotline

Patient Conferences

Information Packets

Support Group Assistance

Funding for Research

Honoree Dr. Lowell Anthony joined the UK Markey Cancer Center with more than two decades of experience in oncology and a special focus in gastrointestinal and neuroendocrine oncology. His clinical interests include drug development ranging from Phase I to III clinical trials. Agents targeting specific cellular signaling pathways and injectable radiolabeled compounds make up his past and current clinical investigative interests. He brings a clinical correlative component to complement the ongoing translational activities at Markey Cancer Center.

Dr. Anthony attended Vanderbilt University Medical School, where he also completed a medical residency and fellowship training in medical oncology and clinical pharmacology. He has previously been on the medical faculties at Vanderbilt University and the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans.

Honorary Chair Judy San Roman is is an actress and producer, known for FAIR MARKET VALUE (2019), Rich Boy, Rich Girl (2018) and In Sickness.

For more information please visit https://www.netcancerawareness.org/

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61st Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

President/CEO of the Stonybrook Southampton Hospital Steve Bernstein and Celebrity Caterer Lawrence Scott pose for a photo-op at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

Honorees Jean and Martin Shafiroff pose for a photo-op at the 61st Annual Stonybrook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

Humanitarian, Charity Consultant Sara Herbert Galloway and Easthampton.com Publisher Katlean De Monchy pose for a photo-op at the 61st Annual Stonybrook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

Honoree and Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff poses for a photo-op holding a bouquest of sunflowers at the 61st Annual Stonybrook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Humanitarian, Charity Consultant Sara Herbert Galloway and Easthampton.com Publisher Katlean De Monchy pose for a photo-op at the
61st Annual Stonybrook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

On Saturday, August 3rd, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital hosted its 61st Annual Summer Party in the fields at Wickapogue Road and Old Town Road, Southampton starting at 6.30pm. The Annual Summer Party is a landmark event in the Hamptons and this year benefits the Jenny & John Paulson Emergency Department.

The renowned Annual Summer Party is the largest fundraising event in the Hamptons and raised $1.5M in 2018 and $100M+ over the past 60 years in support of the Stony Brook Southampton Hospital.

The party was emceed by Chuck Scarborough and attended by the who's who of Southampton. Guests included: Marigay McKee & Bill Ford, Audrey & Martin Gruss, Jenny & John Paulson, Margo & James Nederlander and Bridget Moynahan.

"As the only hospital on the South Fork of Long Island, we have a tremendous responsibility to provide best-in-class healthcare to everyone who vacations or lives out here. Fortunately, we have a world class team of physicians, support staff and generous donors who enable us to run a 24/7 Emergency Department, a Heart & Stroke Center, a Breast Center, a Cancer Center and more, which all offer the highest level of care, comparable with the best medical institutions in the city and around the country. Our summer party is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and I would personally like to thank every single person who lends us their support and makes it such a great night," said Robert Chaloner, Chief Administrative Officer at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital.

This year's honorees were Martin & Jean Shafiroff, both longtime supporters of the hospital. Jean Shafiroff said, "It's essential that the towns and villages of the East End have access to first class healthcare which is why my husband and I are dedicated to supporting the hospital in its endeavor to bring the best and latest in medicine to our communities.

All proceeds raised from this year's event will help to sustain Stony Brook Southampton Hospital's Emergency Department, which is open 24/7 year-round for residents as well as visitors and summer guests. The Jenny & John Paulson Emergency Department is South Fork's only emergency care facility, treating more than 25,000 people annually.

Dinner and décor are being overseen by celebrity event planner, Lawrence Scott. This year Scott will be interpreting the party’s theme of ‘The Colors of Summer’ in fun and surprising decorative designs.

During the cocktail hour, Hamptons Lemonade and Hamptontinis will be served along side top shelf wines and cocktails; and a new local brand, Montaukila will be serving its 100 percent agave azul tequila.

The summer soiree will offer a fun, memorable night beginning at 6:30 p.m. with cocktails, followed by an elegant dinner at 7:30 p.m. Once dinner concludes, guests will be invited to dance to the eighteen-piece Groove Society band.

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An Enchanted Evening to Benefit The Ellen Hermanson Foundation

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews President CEO Steve Bernstein from the Southampton Hospital

Philanthropist and Chair Jean Shafiroff poses for a photo-op with Supporter Jane Pontarelli

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Honoree Senator Kenneth LaValle

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews President CEO Steve Bernstein from the Southampton Hospital

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Supporter Dustin Lujan

Philanthropist and Chair Jean Shafiroff poses for a photo-op with Supporter Jane Pontarelli

Chair Jean Shafiroff poses for a photo-op with Honoree Senator Kenneh P. LaValle and Co-Founder Julie Ratner

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Dustin Lujan, Fashion Designer Victor deSouza, Senator Kenneth P, LaValle and President Steven Bernstein from the Southampton Hospital

Hamptonites came out to show their support at An Enchanted Evening to Benefit The Ellen Hermanson Foundation.

Supporters enjoyed an evening of cuisine by Jean-Georges, dancing with DJ Double S Productions, Mirror Photobooth NYC, live auction & more!

The event took place at the Topping Rose House located at 1 Bridgehampton-Sag Harbor Turnpike Bridgehampton, NY.

Special Honors went to BNB Bank also the event honored Senator Kenneth P. LaValle

Kenneth P. LaValle, (R-C-I, Port Jefferson) was first elected to the New York State Senate in 1976 and was appointed Chairman of the Senate Committee on Higher Education in 1979. Senator LaValle has helped shape higher education policy in New York State for more than 30 years where his work with education leaders at the State University of New York, City University of New York and independent colleges has earned him the respect of the academic community.In 2007, the Governor appointed Senator LaValle to the New York State Commission on Higher Education which was charged with identifying ways of improving the quality of higher education in the State. Senator LaValle also served on the National Council of State Legislatures’ Blue Ribbon Commission on Higher Education whose goal was to create awareness among State Legislatures of their role in providing accessible and affordable public higher education. Senator LaValle's achievements in education and higher education are matched by a distinguished record in health care and he is most proud of his work in establishing a Burn Unit at Stony Brook University Medical Center. His legislation to protect and advance the rights of patients earned him special recognition from the Suffolk County Breast Health Partnership. St. Charles Hospice also paid tribute to his efforts in developing a program for terminally ill patients in nursing homes. His commitment to quality health care is continued in his efforts to create an east end hospital alliance, ensuring continued access to vital health services on eastern Long Island. Senator LaValle was instrumental in creating The Long Island High Technology Incubator at Stony Brook University and championed the Stony Brook University Incubator at Calverton. The Calverton Incubator was conceived as an economic engine to enhance Eastern Long Island's agricultural, aquacultural and environmental industries. The Long Island High Technology Incubator is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping new technologically-innovative companies to grow by providing them with a variety of support resources and services. Since opening in 1992, the Incubator has been associated with more than 70 businesses, and 44 companies have graduated successfully from the LIHTI program, contributing more than $2.5B to the national economy and creating jobs for more than 500 employees. Senator LaValle's environmental legacy is reflected in the enactment of the Pine Barrens Preservation Act of 1993. As the author of this historic legislation, he has assured the protection of environmentally-sensitive lands for generations to come and is often cited as a landmark initiative in the environmental well-being of Long Island. The Long Island Pine Barrens Society, the Group for the South Fork, the North Fork Environmental Council, the Peconic Land Trust, and the Nature Conservancy are but a few of the many organizations from which Senator LaValle has received praise for his positive contributions on environmental issues. Throughout his tenure in the New York State Senate, real property tax relief has been an important priority for Senator LaValle. As a major architect in the development of the STAR program, he takes tremendous personal satisfaction in the benefits this initiative has brought to homeowners in the First Senatorial District. Senator LaValle has also been a formidable advocate for the disabled. He was responsible for drafting much of the existing legislation providing disabled citizens with greater access to educational opportunities and continues to champion issues important to senior citizens. Senator LaValle has also advanced bills critical to local firefighters and veterans' organizations. In recognition of his outstanding dedication to the people of New York State, Senator LaValle has been repeatedly named "Man of the Year" and "Legislator of the Year" by diverse groups of local and statewide organizations. He was also presented the Medallion of the University from the State University of New York at Albany and the University Medal from Stony Brook University in tribute to his work in higher education. Both awards are the highest honor accorded by the universities. Extremely proud of his Italian heritage, Senator LaValle was privileged to receive the honorary title "Cavaliere al Merito della Repubblica Italiana" from the Italian Government for his work in education and promotion of cultural exchange. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Senator LaValle graduated from Hempstead High School on Long Island. He earned his undergraduate degree at Adelphi College, a degree in education from the State University College at New Paltz, and a J.D. degree from Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center. Senator LaValle has completed extensive graduate study in Government and International Relations at New York University and received an Honorary Doctor of Civil Law Degree from Dowling College. Senator LaValle is the father of two grown children, James and Lisa and the proud grandfather of Jessica Katherine and Elvis William LaValle, and Joshua Eric and Justin David Russ. He resides in Port Jefferson with his wife Penny. In addition to his standing committee assignments, Senator LaValle is Chairman of the Senate Minority Conference.

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation was established in 1997 to honor the memory of Ellen Hermanson and carry on the important work to which she devoted so much of her time and energy. An activist and an advocate, Ellen channeled her journalistic talents to become a forceful voice for breast cancer patients and their families. She educated her readers about the importance of early detection, the challenges of living with breast cancer, the very real but little-discussed or understood issue of pain management, and the debilitating effects of breast cancer on the entire family.

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation is unique in its commitment to helping breast cancer patients and their families cope with the physical and emotional aspects of breast cancer. No patient is turned away from the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center for lack of insurance or inability to pay for treatment. All services though Ellen’s Well are provided free of charge.

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation ensures access to state-of-the-art breast health care and empowers people affected by cancer. The Foundation primarily serves breast cancer patients on the East End of Long Island, New York, and fulfills its mission by focusing on two areas:

providing educational outreach about the importance of early detection, and access to mammography and treatment to medically underserved communities

funding psychosocial support services that address the broad range of issues facing breast cancer patients, survivors, spouses, families, and friends

Ellen's Run

Ellen’s Run, an annual 5k (3.1-mile) race, is the signature fundraising event of The Ellen Hermanson Foundation and an innovative, grassroots event, that raises awareness about breast cancer. Held on the East End of Long Island, where breast cancer diagnosis and mortality rates are among the highest in the state of New York, Ellen’s Run draws on the strength of the community and gives back by providing mammography screenings, support and education. Proceeds from Ellen’s Run support the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center at Southampton Hospital by funding state-of-the-art technology. Ellen’s Run also supports Ellen’s Well, a program that provides psychosocial support for breast cancer survivors under the leadership of a specially trained oncological social worker.

Ellen’s Run is a family event, aimed at both serious runners—women and men alike—and casual runners, as well as walkers and supporters of all ages. It engenders camaraderie and community as participants support or memorialize a loved one. Breast cancer survivors are recognized and applauded for their courage. A special prize is awarded to the first breast cancer survivor to finish the race. Those who have been touched by the disease or the specter of the disease have the chance to take a positive step.

The First Annual Ellen’s Run attracted more than 500 participants and raised more than $62,000—an astonishing success for a first-time event. By the third year, the amount of money raised had more than doubled. By its fourth year, Ellen's Run had become the largest race on the South Fork, with nearly 900 registered participants. As we approach our 22nd year, Ellen’s Run has grown to over 1,000 participants and The Ellen Hermanson Foundation has awarded more than $4 million in grants.

The Ellen P. Hermanson Foundation was incorporated under the not-for-profit laws of the State of New York and is exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations to The Ellen P. Hermanson Foundation are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Copies of the Foundation's Form 990 are available at www.guidestar.org. A copy of the Foundation's Form 990 for the past five tax years may also be obtained by calling (212) 840-0916 to request a copy.

Guest also enjoyed LIVE AUCTION with Lucas Hunt of Hunt Auctioneers and entertainment by Samantha Massell Broadway Star.

Gala Chair Jean Shafiroff Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist, is actively involved as a volunteer fundraiser and leader of several charitable causes. Her managerial skills, compassion, generosity and enthusiastic dedication are among her strongest traits. She possesses a remarkable ability to connect different charitable groups with interested people and resources. Jean’s particular interests include charities related to women, health care, animals and the people of the cities she calls home.

Jean’s hands-on involvement with the multiple causes she supports is one of her strongest traits. Each year she chairs numerous galas and host events benefiting not-for-profit organizations. She has chaired numerous galas including ones for New York Women’s Foundation, Southampton Hospital, NYC Mission Society, Southampton Animal Shelter, French Heritage Society, JBFCS, Lighthouse International, American Cancer Society, Southampton Bath and Tennis Club’s Charitable Foundation and Solar One.

Jean is particularly known for her leadership in raising money for the Southampton Hospital. In 2010, 2011 and 2013 she served as the chairwoman of the Southampton Hospital’s Annual Summer Galas, which collectively raised $5.4 million ($1.7, $2 and $1.7 million, respectively).

Julie Ratner is the co-founder and chairwoman of The Ellen Hermanson Foundation which she founded in 1996 with her her sister Emily Levin. Named in honor of their younger sister, Ellen, who died in 1995 of breast cancer at the age of 42, the foundation has distributed more than $4 million in grants.

Julie worked as a school librarian at the Brearley School and at Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School in New York City before enrolling in the Department of Higher and Adult Education at Teachers College, Columbia University, in 1990. She earned her Doctorate in Education in 1996.

Currently, Julie is a member of the National Breast Cancer Coalition and the New York State Breast Cancer Network. She has also served on the boards of the League Education and Treatment Center in Brooklyn (as President), Congressman Tim Bishop’s Breast Cancer Advisory Board, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the Brooklyn Philharmonic Orchestra, the New York Chamber Symphony, the Hadassah Foundation, and The American Friends of the Soroka Medical Center of the Negev in Israel.

Julie received her B.A. from Simmons College with honors (1968), M.L.S. from Columbia University School of Library Science (1970), and M.A. and Ed.D. from Teachers College, Columbia University (1996). She is a graduate of Project Lead, Science Training Course, sponsored by the National Breast Cancer Coalition.

She has two daughters, Rebecca and Elizabeth.

For more information please visit https://www.ellenhermanson.org

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Charlotte McKinney Host 8th Annual St. Barth Hamptons Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Melissa Mitchell Boyd, Kristin Sluyk from Le Barthelemy Hotel, Artists Luciana Pampalone and Steve Joester and Fashion Designer Elizabeth Arthur from www.kimimillc.com at St. Barts hosted by Actress McKinney

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Hollywood Actress Charlotte McKinney

Charlotte McKinney Host 8th Annual St. Barth Hamptons Gala

McKinney was born and raised in Orlando, Florida. Her mother is Canadian. She has an older sister named Garland. She has dyslexia, and says she was the target of bullying as a result of her physical development during puberty.[

After dropping out of high school at age 17, McKinney, who describes herself as "a curvier bombshell with extremely big boobs," pursued a modeling career but struggled to find success with an agency. Opting to rely on Instagram as a portfolio, she soon became "Insta-famous" and was profiled in Esquire. McKinney credits the social networking service as a factor in her subsequent success, which includes campaigns for the fashion brand Guess. She signed with Wilhelmina Models.

McKinney was the featured model in Carl's Jr.'s All Natural Burger commercial, which was released online in January 2015 and aired regionally during Super Bowl XLIX. The viral ad featured McKinney walking around a farmers' market, stating that she is "all natural" and using double entendres to imply that she is naked with strategically placed items in the market, until it reveals McKinney in a bikini eating the All Natural Burger. The success of the commercial has led to McKinney being dubbed "the next Kate Upton," who also garnered national attention for appearing in a Carl's Jr. commercial during a Super Bowl.

On February 24, 2015, McKinney was announced as one of the celebrities who would compete on season 20 of Dancing with the Stars. Her professional partner was Keoikantse Motsepe. The couple was the second to be eliminated and finished in 11th place.

McKinney appeared as Missy in the film Joe Dirt 2: Beautiful Loser (2015). In 2017, she appeared in the film adaptation of Baywatch and the remake of Flatliners.

For one night only, the 8th ANNUAL ST. BARTH HAMPTONS GALA PRESENTED BY SOCIAL LIFE TOOK PLACE AT BRIDGEHAMPTON MUSEUM and transported guests to the ultimate luxury Caribbean island destination. Set among lush emerald fields in beautiful Bridgehampton, where modern elegance meets old world glamour, sexy guests indulged in gourmet hor's d'oeuvres, champagne and speciality cocktails.

Chic Hamptonites danced the night away while DJ Lee Kalt spinned the summer's best hits.

I had the opportunity to chat with some supporters and sponsors at the event including Sr. Executive Melissa Mitchell Boyd, Kristin Sluyk from Le Barthelemy Hotel, Artists Luciana Pampalone and Steve Joester and Fashion Designer Elizabeth Arthur from www.kimimillc.com.

Kristen from Le Barthelemy Hotel discussed the many amenties the Resort features.

This gorgeous beachfront setting is now home to the 5 star Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa. Inspired by the ambience of the “old hotel”, the owners collaborated to capture its legendary joie de vivre. Le Barthélemy is a scrumptious cocktail of Parisian chic and St Barth’s casual sophistication. Stunning from a distance, upon arrival guests will find it warmly elegant and inviting.

This is a true beach resort. Active couples —and friends— looking for watersports and a cool scene will find it here, yet there is enough romance-in-the air for honeymooners. It’s perfect for families as some of its 44 rooms connect and little ones will love swimming in the warm shallow water. Kids of all ages will love the infinity pool that faces the sea.

Accommodations include a wealth of options with views of the gardens, lake and ocean— some with special features like heated plunge pools. And the pièce de résistance: the split-level beachfront La Plage Suites. The contemporary décor courtesy of celebrated French designer Sybille de Margerie does not sacrifice comfort, and stylish baths with super-sized showers are stocked with Hermes toiletries.

It’s easy-peasy and a delight to wine & dine a whole day away here. After breakfast, pick up a cappuccino at Le Coffee Bar, enjoy light snacks, smoothies, and adult beverages from Le Turquoise pool bar served beachfront or poolside. Aux Amis Plage offers a feet-in-the-sand lunch, with a properly chilled glass of rosé. Come dinner time, Aux Amis offers French fine dining in a casual, island-inspired setting and tapas, or a nightcap, can be had at the très cool rooftop bar WTF (Whiskey, Tango, Foxtrot) A DJ takes it up a notch on the weekends. Babysitting available.

This could be the vacation to try kite-surfing and there’s a 24-hour fitness center with a view. Sundown Yoga on the beach? They’ve got that. Its oh-wow spa partners with the world-renowned skincare brand La Mer. A subterranean sitting area is bathed in natural light from a glass sunroof and features a tea station. The dark-as-night ceilings of the treatment rooms have softly twinkling “stars.”

New York Designer Elizabeth Arthur talked about her sexy swimline and how it is tailored to fit curvacious ladies to extremely. "My suits are beautiful on everyone," Elizabeth revealed.

New York-area entrepreneur and fashion designer, Elizabeth Arthur, has always been inspired by butterflies. As a child playing on the beaches of Trinidad and Tobago, she admired the beauty and individuality of the patterns on their wings when they’d flutter by. As an adult, she’s identified with and been inspired by their process of metamorphosis. Consequently, naming her latest endeavor— a swimwear collection— was a no-brainer. Arthur chose Kimimi, the Sioux word for butterfly, not only to pay homage to her personal mascot, but also to remind her clients to embrace their own individual beauty.

Professionally and personally, Elizabeth often seems quiet and reserved. However, when inspired by a goal or presented with a challenge, the fashion industry veteran becomes relentlessly emboldened and flourishes. For example, she began her career in 2003 at Weight Clothing, a men’s collection founded by her brother. While there, she assisted with the running of the business. She has also worked in the male-dominated construction industry as a certified electrician. “That experience,” she says, taught me to be self-reliant and to commit fully to projects.” Further, in addition to being a single mother, she received her Bachelor of Science degree from Empire State College and started the Maia Venae t-shirt collection. In 2013 she founded Kimimi LLC.

A proponent of individuality and women’s empowerment, Arthur designs Kimimi swimsuits with the goal of enhancing the natural beauty of every woman. The collection of one-piece bathing suits, bikinis and monokinis is comprised of colors, fabrics, silhouettes and embellishments inspired by the graceful movements and breathtaking wing patterns of butterflies. The mission of the swimwear collection is to prompt its own metamorphosis of sorts, in which a woman slips into her swimsuit and sheds the confines of her regular attire and everyday life. In doing so, she is free to reveal new sides of herself and to embrace the extraordinary, hopefully holding onto that experience after leaving the beach or pool. Consequently, the woman, like a butterfly, has transformed and emerged with more confidence.

Looking forward, Elizabeth Arthur plans to become involved in community projects that aim to inspire and assist women. One of her deepest desires is to prove by example that women should never give up on what they want to accomplish, despite hardships and challenges. Instead, she hopes that she can teach people that those challenges and dark places should be seen as a cocoon, where one grows, gains strength and struggles to emerge forever transformed… like a butterfly.

Later I sat down with two famous Artists, Rock N Roll Photographer Artist Steve Joester who photographed Andy Warhol, the Stones and many other famous Rock N Rollers, and Luciana Pampalone.

Steve Joester is a British-born Rock & Roll photographer and mixed media artist, currently living and working in New York City.

 Joester, a leading Rock & Roll photographer in the 70's and 80's, had his iconic images of the greatest rock performers appear on album sleeves, posters, exhibitions and magazines worldwide. Joester made his mark shooting icons such as Mick Jagger, Bob Marley, Neil Young, Sting, and also documented Andy Warhol on film with Rob Halford of Judas Priest backstage at the Palladium in April, 1979.

In an explosive interpretation of the rock icons that left their indelible mark on our generation, Joester's unique mixed media works transcend his photography. Using an unconventional mixture of materials on his canvases, he echoes the raw energy of Rock & Roll with his own Interpretation of the emotion and power of the live performances. Joester was the first mixed media artist to be represented by the Morrison Hotel Gallery, and his work is included in collections internationally.

Luciana Pampalone is a Visual Image Specialist with Global experience as a Fashion-Beauty Photographer with 25 years experience in Content Creation, Artistic Direction and Fashion Travel Photography. Recently named on George Wayne's (Vanity Fair) Top 100 Creative Influencer's List.

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Featured Artist Article: ArtShesays.com

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Luciana’s work has taken her to many diverse locations, including; Aruba, British Virgin Islands, Brussels, Canada, Croatia, England, France, Grenadine Islands, Jamaica, London, Paris, Scotland, St. Croix, Thailand, Mexico and Venezuela, all which have contributed to her vision and worldly sensibility.

Lastly Sr. Executive Melissa Mitchell Boyd from Social Life Magazine talked about the Hottest Restaurants, Hottest Beaches and Hottest Parties that the Sexy Rich and Famous frequent in the Hamptons darlings!

For more information please visit https://sociallifemagazine.com/

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SOFO’s 30th ANNIVERSARY GALA BENEFIT

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Honoree DR. DEMIAN CHAPMAN

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Honoree TRAMMELL S. CROW

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Firefighter Liam Flaherty

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Founder Andy Sabin Founder of South Fork Natural History Museum

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Honoree DR. DEMIAN CHAPMAN

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Honoree TRAMMELL S. CROW

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Firefighter Liam Flaherty

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Dr. Demien Chapman and Dr. Katie Flowers, Jill Jill Kamen Zarin — with Andrea Correale and Jill Kamen Zarin at South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center (SoFo). and Posing for a photo-op at SOFO’s 30th ANNIVERSARY GALA BENEFIT — with Katlean De Monchy at South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center (SoFo).

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Dr. Demian Chapman and Dr. Katie Flowers, — with Andrea Correale and Jill Kamen Zarin at South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center (SoFo). and Posing for a photo-op at SOFO’s 30th ANNIVERSARY GALA BENEFIT — with Katlean De Monchy at South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center (SoFo).

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at SOFO’s 30th ANNIVERSARY GALA BENEFIT Saturday, July 13, 2019 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Guest gathered to show their support at SOFO’s 30th ANNIVERSARY GALA BENEFIT Saturday, July 13, 2019 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

The event honored three outstanding individuals for their accomplismemts to stimulate interest in, advance knowledge of, and foster appreciation for the natural environment.

Honorees included: DR. DEMIAN CHAPMAN, TRAMMELL S. CROW & GREG MANOCHERIAN

Dr. Demian Chapman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at FIU. A molecular ecologist by training, he leads the Global FinPrint project and studies the Asian shark fin trade. He has published more than 70 scientific papers and appeared on BBC and the Discovery Channel. His efforts have contributed to species protection in the form of a shark sanctuary in The Bahamas, improved shark management in Belize, and the listing of multiple shark and ray species on the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), to name a few. This year Dr. Demian Chapman will be commemorated with The Alan Rabinowitz 2019 SOFO Species Visionary Award.

It has been eight years since Trammell S. Crow adopted Dallas’ fledgling Earth Day celebration and turned it into an environmental expo that attracts to Fair Park every April hundreds of vendors, hundreds of thousands of visitors, dozens of politicians, and some of the most prominent environmentalists on the planet. The event grew so fast that its name could barely keep up, starting off as Earth Day Dallas before becoming Earth Day Texas and re-branding as the more global-minded EarthX.

In fact, the event has become so large it can be overwhelming to visit; and it casts its green net so wide, you encounter odd scenes like a luncheon I attended last year, in which Secretary of Energy Rick Perry and Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick—both on the record as climate change deniers—addressed a room full of environmental scientists, clean tech entrepreneurs, and environmental activists, not to mention the oil and gas execs, local real estate characters, and other Texas types who came to hear their reps.

Greg Manocherian has earned SOFO's 2019 Environmental Excellence Humanitarian Award. He works as a real estate magnate who is passionately committed to advancing the pace of progress and discovery in medical research. Manocherian is Vice Chairman of ACT for NIH: Advancing Cures Today, a non-partisan effort committed to advancing biomedical research in the United States. He is also a longstanding supporter of environmental conservation

The event was Chaired by Carole Crist, Georgia & Dr. Gerry Curatola, Eric Goode,

Susan & David Rockefeller

VIP Cocktail Reception 6PM-7PM • Benefit Party, Honoree Presentation,

Dinner & Dancing 7PM-11PM

Special Performance by Livingston Taylor

Catered by Elegant Affairs

The South Fork Natural History Museum (SOFO) & Nature Center is the only state-of-the-art natural history museum on the South Fork of Long Island. Founded in 1988 by a group of South Fork naturalists as The Nature Clubhouse in Amagansett, the museum opened at its permanent location in May, 2005 in eastern Suffolk County at 377 Bridgehampton / Sag Harbor Turnpike in Bridgehampton, New York.

A place for children and adults of all ages to discover, explore, learn, and engage, the South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center is open seven days a week, except on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is open for an additional hour from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school year (Mid September – Mid June) for free admission.

Visitors are accompanied by the museum’s expert environmental educators as they experience the museum’s scientifically accurate galleries, featuring live and recreated natural habitat exhibits; colorful floor-to-ceiling photo murals of forests, ponds, and ocean landscapes; a Marine Touch Tank where visitors can, in the water, hold sea stars, crabs, urchins, and whelks; and terrariums and aquariums featuring local wildlife, all of which engage the senses and bring the outdoors in.

The magic continues outside with SOFO’s Native Butterfly Garden, Native Wildflower Garden, Educational Pond, Purple Martin nesting gourd site and more. Visitors can take nature walks through the 40 acre Vineyard Field Preserve bordering the museum, and explore the six-mile trail system of the Long Pond Greenbelt, which features an expanse of interconnected ponds, woods and wetlands abounding with rare plants, animals, and ecological communities.

The museum is dedicated to teaching and inspiring families to become engaged and responsible caretakers of our planet now and for generations to come. We look forward to seeing you at SOFO! We know your first visit will not be your last.

The mission of the South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center – SOFO – is to stimulate interest in, advance knowledge of, and foster appreciation for the natural environment, with special emphasis on the unique natural history of Long Island’s South Fork.

The goals of the museum and nature center are to:

Engender in children and adults a sensitivity to the natural world through direct observation and joyous hands-on nature experiences in the museum and in the out-of-doors, and to give them the tools they need to become engaged and responsible caretakers of our planet now and in the future.

Procure, preserve, document, study, and display material relevant to the natural history of the South Fork of Long Island.

Serve as a central source of local natural history information with facilities and programming designed for all segments of the public – from the interests of children to those of the scientific community.

Work in partnership with other educational and environmental organizations on the local, state, and federal level.

To carry out its mission, the museum presents hands-on interactive exhibits and guided educational experiences, in the museum and in the out-of-doors. All programs are designed to:

Encourage direct observation and hands-on exploration of the natural world.

Emphasize the universal interconnectedness of all living things and stress the need for conservation and preservation of our natural resources.

Raise the level of ecological awareness to prepare the individual to make intelligent environmental decisions.

Provide joyous experiences that will inspire the pursuit of future explorations and curiosity as well as foster a lifelong fascination and affection for nature.

"Nothing means more to me than teaching children about the environment. It's important to remember that animals, like humans, have homes, and it's our responsibility as stewards of the planet to sustain and protect the natural world," remarked Andy Sabin, President of the SOFO.

For more information please visit https://sofo.org

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28th ANNUAL BAY STREET THEATER'S SUMMER GALA

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Lifetime Achievement Honoree Star of Stage and Screen Joel Grey and Broadway Stars Arianna Rosario and Omar Lopez-Cepero

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Singer Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin and Broadway Actress Tovah Feldshuh

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Arianna Rosario and Omar Lopez-Cepero (Seen as Eva & Juan Peron in Bay Street Theater's 2018 Production of Evita) and Cognac poses for a photo-op with Actress Tovah Feldshuh at th 28th Annual Bay Street Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op Broadway Star Mauricio Martinez (Seen as Emilio Estefan in On Your Feet!) and Cognac poses for a photo-op with Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin at the 28th Annual Bay Street Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op on the red carpet at the 28th Annual Bay Street Gala and Lifetime Achievement Honoree Actor Joel Grey poses for a photo-op at the 28th Annual Bay Street Gala

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts presented Actor Joel Grey the first Joel Grey Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's 28th Annual Summer Gala which was held at the new location of Wölffer Estate Vineyard on Saturday, July 6. The Award will be given out each year at future Bay Street Galas to honor someone in the theater and entertainment industry who has made a major impact in the world of the performing arts. The evening was hosted by Isaac Mizrahi and proceeds from the evening support Bay Street's educational and theatrical programs. The evening included a silent auction, cocktail party, live auction with celebrity auctioneer Richard Kind, dinner and dancing as well as special performances.

The Gala Chairs this year were Board of Trustee member Mala Sander along with her husband Jeff Sander. In addition to Joel Grey, the evening also honored Andrea K. Wahlquist, a Bay Street Theater Trustee. Peconic Landing was honored as a dedicated Community Partner. In addition, Bay Street Theater announced the formation of the Michael Downing Acting Apprenticeship Program, in memory of the young actor who appeared in Bay Street's very first production of Men's Lives and who served as an inspiration to all who knew him.

"This year's gala is titled 'If Your Friends Could See You Now,' and it will celebrate the Broadway musicals of the 1960s," according to Scott Schwartz, Bay Street Theater's Artistic Director. "It's going to be so exciting to put together a dazzling dinner and performance, and to celebrate the legendary Joel Grey and our other honorees at the beautiful new Gala location at Wölffer Estate Vineyard."

The evening's show was written by Kellen Blair and Joe Kinosian (Murder for Two) and includes choreography by Shannon Lewis (The Secret Silk, Stuck) who also starred as "Ursula" opposite Christina Applegate in the Broadway revival of Sweet Charity. The show featured a concert with songs from many of the most beloved 1960s Broadway musicals of all time, such as Cabaret, Fiddler on the Roof, Hair, Man of La Mancha, Sweet Charity, and more.

Performers includef Mauricio Martinez, an Actor & Recording Artist from Mexico, who recently starred as 'Emilio Estefan' in the Broadway Musical On Your Feet! The Story Of Emilio & Gloria Estefan and can currently be seen in the Emmy winning NBC Universo's original TV series "El Vato" on Netflix. Also performing was Samantha Massell, a New York based actress and singer who has appeared on Broadway, TV, movies, on the cabaret scene, and in a variety of commercials. She was last seen on Broadway as Hodel in the acclaimed 2015 revival of Fiddler on the Roof. Jon Peterson Broadway & Off-Broadway credits include Midnight at the Never Get, Cabaret, George M. Cohan Tonight and Half a Sixpence. London West End credits include The Sound of Music, A Chorus Line, Dames at Sea and more.

The evening's live auction items includes a week at the beach in St. Barth's for 4 at a luxury 2- bedroom house, provided by WIMCO VILLAS, complete with unparalleled concierge service, and roundtrip flights to the island from San Juan on the high end Tradewind Aviation carrier. Other items included an 8-day cruise on Viking Cruise Lines for 2, a walk on role in the Romeo & Juliet Project featuring the music of Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo with dinner for 8 guests in Mashashimuet Park. This year's auction was facilitated by GiveSmart, a third-party platform that allowed guests to bid and pay for items and receive auction updates in real time.

Past attendees at Bay Street's Gala include Broadway and film luminaries, business leaders and some of the most influential people in the theater and local communities: Arlene & Alan Alda, Julie Andrews, Alec Baldwin, Chris Bauer, Joy Behar, Bob Balaban, Mel Brooks, Kim Cattrall, Chevy Chase, Blythe Danner, Edie Falco, Jules Feiffer, Dan Gasby, Kelsey Grammer, Billy Joel, Star Jones, Richard Kind, Nathan Lane, Susan Lucci, Terrence McNally, Rosie O'Donnell, Mercedes Ruehl, Liev Schreiber, Stephen Schwartz, Susan Stroman, B. Smith, Aida Turturro, Naomi Watts and Robert Zimmerman, to name a few.

This year's sponsors (list in progress) include: Age Focus, Air Hamptons, BNB, Corcoran Group, JillLynn Jewelry, Peconic Landing, Searles Graphics, Sag Harbor Florist, Sterling Affair, The Carpetman, Tradewind Aviation, Unlimited Earth Care, Viking River Cruises, WIMCO Villas in St. Barth's, and Yave Tequila. Media sponsors include Hamptons Magazine, Dan's Papers, Beach Magazine, WBAZ, WEHM and WLNG.

Stage and Film Star Joel Grey has recieved countless awards for his many accomplishments in theater, film and television. Below is just a sample of what Mr. Grey has achieved in his lifetime so far:

Broadway: Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard (Roundabout Theatre Company), Anything Goes, Wicked, Chicago, George M! (Tony Award nom.), Cabaret (Tony Award). Off-Broadway: The Normal Heart, in 1986, co-directed the Tony Award-winning Broadway premiere in 2011. Film: Cabaret (Academy Award), Buffalo Bill and the Indians, Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins, Dancer in the Dark, The Seven Percent Solution, Man on a Swing. Joel is an internationally exhibited photographer with four published books, Pictures I Had to Take (2003), Looking Hard at Unexamined Things (2006), 1.3-Images From My Phone (2009) and The Billboard Papers (2013). His memoir, Master of Ceremonies, was released in 2016 (Flatiron Press).

Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts is a year-round, not-for-profit professional theater and community cultural center which endeavors to innovate, educate, and entertain a diverse community through the practice of the performing arts. It serves as a social and cultural gathering place, an educational resource, and a home for a community of artists.

For more information please visit http://www.baystreet.org

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7th ANNUAL PINK TIE GALA

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Radio Host Sid Rosenberg at the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Artist Asia Lee at the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Singer/Songwriter Paul Mahos at the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Comedian Chris Roach at the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Radio Host Sid Rosenberg at the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Artist Asia Lee at the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Singer/Songwriter Paul Mahos

at the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Comedian Jackie Martling at the
7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

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TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Co-founder Rich Cave and JoAnn Winkhart Cave at the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

Guests and supporters gathered at the Carltun in Esenhower Park to attend the 7th Annual Pink Tie Gala On June 10th.

PinkTie was founded by Rich Cave and Mike Cave, the CEO of 1st Equity Title and Closing Services after both lost their aunt to breast cancer. Their mission is to help other local organizations in the community

This year the Gala's mission is to raise money for the Stony Brook Children's Hospital. "PinkTie is helping the Stony Brook Children's Hospital again this year. They are building a new wing, and we are excited to be a part of that," revealed Mike Cave.

For the second consecutive year, PinkTie was held at The Carltun in Eisenhower Park in East Meadow on Long Island. I was lucky enough to interview several celebrities one in particular was Comedian Jacki Martling who is famous for serving as a writer for The Howard Stern Show for nearly two decades, from 1983 to 2001.

Also known as Jackie, the Jokeman, he is regarded as a living legend in the Long Island comedy scene.

On being at the seventh annual PinkTie event, Martling said, "I love it here." "I can't believe we pulled at 6 p.m. and somehow I found a parking space five feet away. I am still waiting for them to tow my car," he joked.

Jackie, revealed "I was in the room when someone said lets start a charity, I was in on it with Joey Reynolds, I met Mike Cave very early on." Jackie also talked about his new documentary coming out soon call "Joke Land."

PinkTie.org's mission is to benefit charitable organizations through various fundraising efforts, therefore, bettering the community in which we live. In order to do so, we enlist the help of long island's business professionals, which allows us to not only raise funds and awareness but also bring them more business. Additionally, all the funds stay where raised, creating the most effective community impact. Together, we can make a difference in our community.

For more information please visit https://pinktie.org/

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The Retreat’s All Against Abuse Gala Saturday, June 8th
at The Muses in Southampton

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Mago from RJD Gallery a major supporter of All Against Abuse

The 2019 All Against Abuse Champion

Regina K. Scully

The Retreat is honored to present our 2019 All Against Abuse Champion, Regina K. Scully.

When Regina believes she can be effective, she puts her talent and resources to work. She has generously supported The Retreat since 2009 – a decade of commitment to ending the cycle of abuse.

"To effectively cover an issue, you have to study it. You have to understand it inside and out," host Don Lemon, anchor of CNN Tonight with Don Lemon, told the sold-out crowd at last night's All Against Abuse Gala. "To truly tell the story, you have to feel it. This is where Regina Scully is a master."

Regina is known for her films in which she shines a light on the most challenging issues of our times, including gender-bias in the media, education reform, sexual assault and trauma. Artemis Rising Foundation, led by Regina, has supported an astounding slate of 200-plus films. She has skillfully brought national attention to the issues of domestic violence, sexual assault and gender parity.

For her courage, her commitment to exposing issues, and especially for her gigantic heart, The Retreat is honored to have Regina Scully as our Champion.

Award-winning producer Regina K. Scully is the Founder and CEO of Artemis Rising Foundation and is passionate about shedding light on the most challenging issues of our times—gender-bias in the media, education reform, sexual assault and trauma. Artemis Rising Foundation has supported an astounding slate of 100-plus films and here, Regina speaks to her process when it comes to developing and promoting media, education and the arts that truly transform the culture.

The foundation champions powerful stories about some of the most challenging social justice issues of our time — including gender-bias, healing, trauma, mental health, addiction and women’s empowerment. With its focus on human rights, Artemis Rising Foundation has helped produce some of the most impactful documentary films of the past decade, inspiring meaningful policy change to legislation, education, corporate protocol and cultural norms. Films such as THE INVISIBLE WAR, THE HUNTING GROUND, FED UP, MISS REPRESENTATION and WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR? address issues such as sexual assault in the military and on college campuses, women’s representation in the media, and pushing back against special interest groups. Working closely with renowned journalists and filmmakers, including Amy Ziering, Katie Couric, Kirby Dick, Morgan Neville, Ross Kaufman and Freida Mock, Artemis Rising Foundation has supported over 100 films, many of which have received Peabody, Emmy and Academy Awards. In addition to documentaries, Artemis Rising Foundation supports a variety of projects that include narrative film, television, theater, education, and social programs.

For more information please visit https://artemisrising.org

Last year when Alan Alda took the stage, he brought down the house with his compelling plea. In his distinctive voice, Alan shared the story of his neighbor’s life of terror living with a violent spouse and his mother’s lifelong injury as a result of intervening in one of their physical altercations. As Alan said, domestic violence doesn’t just affect the person being beaten, it affects us all and we have a responsibility to protect the most vulnerable.

Supporters and guests gathered for the All Against Abuse Gala and to stand up for families affected by violence and abuse.

2019 celebrity host Don Lemon, CNN News Anchor & Host of CNN Tonight emceed the event to celebrate The Retreat and survivors at All Against Abuse on Saturday, June 8. At the gala All Against Abuse was pleased to honor Regina K. Scully for her work dedicated to shining a light on some of the most challenging social issues of our time.

The Retreat’s mission is to provide safety, shelter and support for victims of domestic abuse and to break the cycle of family violence.

In pursuit of that mission, The Retreat provides direct services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, their families and the Eastern Long Island community through a 24-hour bilingual hotline, counseling, legal advocacy, prevention education, and emergency shelter. Violence prevention education and other supportive programs are available in Nassau and Suffolk Counties.

The agency values and is committed to providing compassionate, empathetic and culturally aware services to all clients/members. Interactions are approached with these values in mind, and it is expected that clients/members will be treated with compassion, respect and sensitivity during the provision of holistic, inclusive and welcoming services.

The Retreat does not discriminate with respect to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or military or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For more information on The Retreat All Against Abuse please visit http://www.allagainstabuse.org/

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Miss Dog Mom Beauty Pageant 2019

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Founder Desh Valcin at Miss Dog Mom Pageant 2019

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Beauty Pageant Contestant Kora Mancini at Miss Dog Mom Pageant 2019

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Miss Dog Mom 2019 Beauty Pageant Winner Maria Ducasse

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Founder Desh Valcin at Miss Dog Mom Pageant 2019

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Beauty Pageant Contestant Kora Mancini at Miss Dog Mom Pageant 2019

KORA MANCINI hails from the country that gave the world Brancusi and has been a New York resident since 2001.

After an extensive art career and successful renown in Europe, Mancini trained in footwear design at Fashion Institute of Technology. Upon completing her training in design, Kora was ushered into the shoemaking industry by Nathan Clark, the renowned footwear icon who created the famous Desert Boot.

With this keen understanding of quality, Kora has successfully launched and rebranded a wide array of domestic and international contemporary footwear

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Designer Alexandra Popescu-York at Miss Dog Mom Pageant 2019 who created Kora Mancini's gowns.

This fabulous Designer Alexandra Popescu-York defines The modern woman – refined, always elegant, effortlessly looking cool. She is most likely wearing ”Desire”, the new collection by Alexandra Popescu York, made for all the places where a powerful modern woman will go. When it comes to fashion, Alexandra’s style is difficult to reproduce. She brings together uncommon materials to create monumental art collections that illustrate her prolific imagination. Alexandra Popescu-York, the Romanian-born designer now based in New York, is the only designer in the world who has presented artworks of different categories at the same show, at the same time: a collection of fashion couture and a painting exhibition. She has been painting since the age of three and has studied fashion design and plastic arts at the University of Arts in Bucharest.

Her fashion motto? ”I am not creating dresses, but concepts. Not seasonal clothes, but trends, movements, emotions.” The new collection reflects this. ”Desire” is made for the resolute New Yorker, the woman who has places to go to and things to do and needs a versatile wardrobe. This collection is a celebration of women sensuality combining elegant, classy, sultry, with a glam rock feeling.

She is led by the thought that the most important thing for a designer is that the finished product is original, believing that “authenticity is increasingly rare in the world of fashion”. Many times she will paint directly onto the materials or embroideries or she will completely alter the textures through overlapping. “It is said that you cannot reinvent the wheel, but I am stubborn to prove that you can nonetheless be original in fashion,” says the creator.

Every presentation comes with a new concept inspired by her own experiences. Generally she has two couture presentations per year and, though she follows the trends, she focuses mainly on her own experiences – not copying trends but always trying to introduce elements of art. Alexandra Popescu York’s creations are unusual, one-of-a kind or limited edition luxury clothes which appeal to modern women.

She’s used to building patterns directly on the model rather than on the pattern table, as other designers often do. Over time she has created dresses without side-seams and with hundreds of stitches, admitting that she rarely uses the classical patterns unless they are needed. „A designer’s individuality consists in using the fabrics and materials that nobody else uses”, says Alexandra Popescu York.

Settled in the US for over ten years, she’s built an impressive record of national and international fashion shows and exhibitions.

Beside her many fashion awards and recognitions, her paintings have also been included in the Art Exhibition at the 70th Anniversary of the United Nations.

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Miss Dog Mom 2019 Beauty Pageant Winner Maria Ducasse

Stylist Patricia Ann Parenti, Shoe Designer Kora Mancini, Designer Alexandra Popescu-York and TV Host Cognac Wellerlane pose for a photo-op at Miss Dog Mom 2019 Pageant

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Miss Dog Mom 2019

On May 19th I had the pleasure of attending Miss Dog Mom Beauty Pageant.

The Pageant was founded by Desh Valcin who sat with me and discussed her passion for things that are associated with dog lovers.

Chase & Papi is, a luxury pet event planning company that host unique pet-friendly events fit for royalty. In 2015, founder Valcin started with a single dream in mind – to supply a service where people could be sure that their pets would be taken care of with the utmost love, patience, and attention. Short on options to socialize her pets, except for going to a local dog park, she created the company, Chase, and Papi – aptly named after her two dogs – and also born out of her love for animals. Since establishing Chase& Papi in 2015, she has added a new dog to her pack -Naime.

Like most pet owners, she felt a sense of guilt leaving her dogs at home while at work, especially on the weekends for social gatherings. The solution: create unique pet-friendly events that merge glamour and fun. Chase & Papi's events are designed for owners who want to mingle and drink while their furry friends are socializing with their new "best friends”.

Through our events and services, we foster and inspire a community of pet lovers. Our company motto: “We are not your average dog party, sorry humans!”

The USP of this pageant is that there are no restrictions in terms of vital statistics of the dog moms; rather they will be judged on the basis of character, confidence level, and personality. The three segments of the competition: Interview, Style Challenge, and Evening Gown. Desh Valcin emphasizes that the Pageant is open to “outgoing, intelligent and dynamic women who are excited to represent the beauty of being a dog mom”. Also, there are no restrictions on the height and weight of the dogs. Body proportion is what will be counted and the dogs will exclusively compete in the evening wear category.

The keynote that the contestants must know is that they will be competing on behalf of an animal rescue or similar respected non-profit organizations involving dogs. Apart from winning a cash prize, but a donation will be made in the name of the winner of Miss Dog Mom to her favorite pet charity or animal rescue group. For online registration visit https://www.chasepapi.com/

Congratulations to Maria Ducasse who was officially crowned Miss Dog Mom 2019. Maria is a big supporter of Animal Rescue and is involved with East New York Dog lovers Group. A group for like Minded people that share a bond and a set of social values for their dogs.

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NORTH FORK BREAST COALITION PINK PEARL GALA HONORING LUCIA'S ANGELS
AT EAST WIND IN WADING RIVER, NY

Co-Founder Stacy Quarty as well as Co-Founder Susie Barry Roden

DORI AND DONNA ADAMS BREAST CANCER SURVIVOR

Honorees Co-Founder Stacy Quarty as well as Co-Founder Susie Barry Roden of Lucia's Angels give their acceptance speech

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Breast Cancer Survivors Dori and Donna Adams at the 5th Annual Pink Pearl Gala at East Wind in Wading River, NY

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Breast Cancer Awareness Supporter Jodi Wasserman and Melanie McEvoy Zuhoski Vice President & Gala Chair North Fork Breast Health Coalition at The 5th Annual Pink Pearl Gala at East Wind in Wading River, NY

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Fifth Annual Pink Pearl Gala Recognizes the Generosity of Lucia’s Angels In Wading River

On Friday, April 5, the North Fork Breast Health Coalition

celebrated breast-cancer survivors, providers and caregivers at the Fifth Annual Pink Pearl

Gala of the non-profit organization. The cocktail reception, seated dinner and dancing to

music selected by DJ Phil of Make Some Noise DJs was held from 6-10 PM at East

Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River.

This year’s gala was a tribute to Lucia’s Angels, which was represented by President

and Co-Founder Stacy Quarty as well as Co-Founder Susie Barry Roden. The foundation

is committed to helping women and families on Eastern Long Island with late-stage

women’s cancers including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer and uterine

cancer. Lucia’s Angels was created in loving memory of Lucia Terzi Bagan.

“The needs of our stage-four cancer patients are very unique and continually changing.

Advances in treatment and treatment options, changing insurance policies and other patient

support services determine how we can best help our patients now,” according to Stacy

Quarty. “We continually ask, ‘What would make your life more comfortable today?’ Our

goal is to provide the best financial and emotional support we can during a difficult and

challenging time.”

“It is our privilege to recognize the work of Lucia’s Angels. We are so grateful to them for

supporting the most vulnerable and very bravest of women who are dealing with late-stage

cancer,” says Gala Event Chair Melanie McEvoy Zuhoski.

The Pink Pearl Sponsor of this year’s gala was the Simmons Point Group of Janney

Montgomery Scott LLC, which has contributed $10,000. With an office in Riverhead, the

Simmons Point Group is an experienced group of financial professionals at Janney

Montgomery Scott LLC—one of the nation’s most prestigious investment firms.

For more information regarding The North Fork Breast Health Coalition

please visit http://www.northforkbreasthealth.org

For more information on

breast-cancer survivors through the NFBHC website, www.northforkbreasthealth.org or

www.nycharities.org.

Shari Einhorn, an Emmy-Award-winning reporter for News 12 Long Island as the emcee

the Fifth Annual Pink Pearl Gala. She often covers health-related stories for the regional

television station. She was also master of ceremonies for the previous four NFBHC galas,

which were very successful with hundreds of people attending each of them.

The North Fork Breast Health Coalition is currently led by President Susan Ruffini. The

all-volunteer, nonprofit organization supports local breast-cancer patients with programs

such as Helping Hand grants. Funds raised by the gala will also allow the group to

continue to provide free services such as gentle yoga, reflexology, meditation class and

massage therapy to breast-cancer patients and survivors.

Ann Cotten-DeGrasse and her late husband, Antonio, founded NFBHC in 1998 because

they saw a great need for such an organization on the North Fork, where there is an

especially high rate of diagnosis of the disease. A retired teacher, Ann has also served as

president of the Riverhead School Board. The gala was named for the late Pearl Philindas,

past president of the coalition.

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BAILEY HOUSE GALA & AUCTION 2019

the hit Tv Series @poseonfx Be sure to watch their Season Of #Pose Coming soon and Actor and Realty TV Star Terry Artis pose for photo-ops at the Bailey House Gala & Auction 2019

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Honoree Charles Pavarini

Auction Committee Host and Designer David Santiago poses for a photo-op with Honoree Charles Pavarini

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Designer Purely Patricia

Realty TV Star Terry Artis pose for photo-ops at the Bailey House Gala & Auction 2019 with @theebillyporter & @mjrodriguez7 from the hit Tv Series @poseonfx.

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Auction Committee Host and Designer David Santiago poses for a photo-op with Honoree Charles Pavarini.

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TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at the Bailey House Gala and Auction 2019

On Thursday, March 7, 2019, the annual Bailey House Gala & Auction was held at Pier 60 at Chelsea Piers from 6:00 – 10:00 PM. Thank you to all who have supported the event in the past.

Honorees included

Rand Harlan Skolnick Social Responsibility Award

Daniel Beauchemin,

CEO, Chelsea Frames

Gina Quattrochi Arts & Legacy Award

Charles Pavarini III

Gina Quattrochi Arts & Legacy

Award

Alan Tanksley

Rodger McFarlane Social Justice Award

Billy Porter, Tony® and Grammy®

Award-Winning Actor, Singer, Director and Composer

Gala & Auction Chairs

Kathleen McGivney

Dan Scheffey

Auction Committee Includes:

Susan Anthony Evan Levy

Daniel Beauchemin Jason Lowe

Ivy Brown Corrin Mays

Philip Caggiano Kathleen McGivney

Ann Cohen Philippe Meyersohn

John Eason Jessica Moe

Matt Farber Charles Pavarini III

Nathaniel Galka Elizabeth Sadoff

Jeff Gardner David Santiago

Rose Hittmeyer Dan Scheffey

Jodi Imburgia Judie Swanson

Arthur Korant Alan Tanksley

Laura Krey J. Randall Tarasuk

Carl Lana Maggie Vergara

Elizabeth Leifer Kathleen Walsh

Bill Lenio

Barbe Levitan

Bailey House’s mission is to help transform the lives of people with or at risk of HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses through housing, health services and community. We believe that housing and healthcare are human rights. We work towards a world without poverty, homelessness, hunger, HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses.

Founded in 1983 by a coalition of compassionate community leaders responding to the AIDS crisis, Bailey House is a community-based organization with a 35-year history of addressing poverty, homelessness, food insecurity, mental health, substance use and chronic illness to improve health outcomes for marginalized, low-income New Yorkers. We help more than 5,000 people each year and reach tens of thousands more through a variety of community outreach efforts.

July 2018 - Bailey House announced an exciting merger with Housing Works, the nation’s leading HIV/AIDS advocacy and service organization. This important union creates a powerful new housing development enterprise, dedicated to offering clients – served by both organizations- with an array of expanded service offerings, including primary medical care. The merger will bring renewed focus and commitment to ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic in New York by 2020. The annual Gala & Auction will remain a centerpiece of the ongoing, year-round fundraising activities benefitting the Bailey House housing programs and all related services.

For more information on how you can contribute, participate and donate please visit http://baileyhouse.org/

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SAMUEL WAXMAN FOUNDATION THE 21ST ANNIVERSARY
COLLABORATING FOR A CURE GALA

Hosts Elin Nierenberg and Michael Nierenberg

Marion Waxman, Founder & CEO Dr. Samuel Waxman of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (Photo Credit PMC.

Jody Gorin, Allie Gorin (Photo Credit PMC)

Michael Nierenberg, Elin Nierenberg, Alyssa Greenberg, Howard Shlafmitz (Photo Credit Lenny Stucker)

Pose for a photo-op at SAMUEL WAXMAN CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION

THE 21st ANNIVERSARY OF THE

COLLABORATING FOR A CURE

BENEFIT DINNER & AUCTION GALA

Special performance by Dawes at the 21st Anniversary Collaborating for a Cure Gala (Photo Credit PMC)

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THE 21st ANNIVERSARY OF THE
COLLABORATING FOR A CURE
BENEFIT DINNER & AUCTION GALA

The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) celebrated the 21st Anniversary of the annual Collaborating for a Cure Benefit Dinner & Auction at Cipriani Wall Street, featuring an exclusive musical performance by Dawes. The annual gala raised approximately $2.5 million to support the SWCRF “Invest in Research” efforts that fund highly collaborative research projects focused on eradicating cancer. The Collaborating for a Cure gala was well-attended, undeterred by the snow storm and 14 other fundraising events taking place throughout New York City. Proudly, the 21st Anniversary’s gala seating encompassed 80% personal purchases and 20% purchases from corporations, whereas the other 14 fundraising events saw a turnout comprised of 20% personal purchases and 80% corporate purchases.

Notable attendees included Marion Waxman, Dr. Samuel Waxman, Elin Nierenberg, Michael Nierenberg Chris Wragge, William T. Sullivan, Dawes, Robin Lathrop, Richard Volpe, Christian Volpe, Alison Volpe, Dena K. Weiner, Howard Kurz, James E. Frankel, Jody Gorin, Allie Gorin, Karen Amster-Young, Benjamin Young, Lewis A. Rubin, Joe Steffa, Sara Waxman, Bettina Waxman, Spencer Waxman, Scott Waxman, Joe Ades, Ten Travis, Hugh Hildesley, Julie Waxman, Lucy Salas, Elissa Held, Jamie Koff, Alyssa Greenberg, Samantha Santiago, Stokes Nielson, Ryan Bier and Corbette Jackson.

After a lively cocktail reception and silent auction, SWCRF Collaborating for a Cure Gala host Michael Nierenberg greeted the foundation’s board, staff, and the evening’s guests with a warm welcome graciously outlining over 20 years of giving and continued support from the organization’s donors. From the CBS 2 News studio, co-anchor Chris Wragge emerged on screen to introduce SWCRF founder and CEO Dr. Samuel Waxman to the stage. Chris Wragge was the evening’s virtual host, appearing on screen to help the evening’s program run smoothly.

Greeting the room of distinguished guests, Dr. Waxman acknowledged their efforts trekking through New York City’s winter storm in true altruistic spirit. Detailing the Foundation’s major achievements, he highlights advancements in cancers involving the liver, breast, leukemia, pediatric and lung. The SWCRF has seen great momentum since officially launching the Partnerships for Aging and Cancer Research program, a collaboration with the National Cancer Institute and the National Institute on Aging which is spearheading research to uncover the links between cancers. Research funded by the program studied the environmental and genetic factors that increase the risk of cancer as people age. With a formidable but truly feasible goal of building a $32 million fund, Dr. Waxman humbly invited donors continued support.

Taking the stage, SWCRF Executive Director William T. Sullivan instructed gala guests on how to Text to Pledge, using the mobile fundraising program which enables guests to text their donations. Each texted donation was accompanied by messages of encouragement and celebration that appeared, in real-time, on large screens throughout the evening, the first of them being a $5,000 gift, “In honor of Michael Nierenberg” from Thomas Shea.

Keeping up the momentum, the evening’s live auction, led by Hugh Hildesley, Executive Vice President of Sotheby’s, featured luxury items and experiences including: a Palm Bay Italy Winery experience including a six-day stay for four guests which raised $20,000; two house seats to “Springsteen on Broadway” raised $14,000; also Restaurateur Donna Lennard of il Buco Vita welcomes 10-14 guests for an intimate six-course dinner at the home décor showroom, raising $11,000. Other auction items included a Cockapoo Puppy (winning bid of $7,000), a shopping spree at John Varvatos SoHo Boutique (winning bid of $4,000) and a meet-and-greet with the evening’s musical guests, Dawes, who also autographed a guitar for the lucky winner (winning bid of $3,500).

The money raised in support of cancer research at the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation's Institute Without Walls and Aging and Cancer Programs have made significant breakthroughs, including identifying pathways to deliver novel therapies to treat cancer. The Collaborating for a Cure gala is among the top fundraising events in New York City, and this year featured an exclusive headline performance from the rock band, Dawes – the only NYC stop as part of their North American tour. With ‘An Evening With DAWES: Passwords Tour’ well on its way, Dawes made an exclusive stop at the gala in honor of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation.

The Collaborating for a Cure gala, affectionately known as “The Waxman”, has raised millions of dollars to support the Foundation’s research efforts to produce a cure for cancer. Since 1976, the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation has awarded approximately $90 million to support the work of more than 200 researchers around the globe. Past celebrity performers have included The Avett Brothers, Ziggy Marley, Train, Peter Frampton, Gregg Allman, Kid Rock, Steely Dan, Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh, Sheryl Crow, John Fogerty, Roger Daltrey, and Counting Crows.

For a selection of high-resolution images, please visit: https://bit.ly/2RPZMee

Photo Credit: Patrick McMullan (PMC) | Lenny Stucker (see individual images for credit)

To view the full gallery of images from Patrick McMullan, please visit: https://patrickmcmullan.com/events/WAXMAN111518

To view the full gallery of images from Lenny Stucker, please visit: https://www.lennystucker.com/p991102683

About the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF)

The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to curing and preventing cancer. The Foundation is a pioneer in cancer research and its mission is to eradicate cancer by funding cutting-edge research that identifies and corrects abnormal gene function that causes cancer and develops minimally toxic treatments for patients. Through the Foundation’s collaborative group of world-class scientists, the Institute Without Walls, investigators share information and tools to speed the pace of cancer research. Since its inception in 1976, the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation has awarded nearly $100 million to support the work of more than 200 researchers across the globe.

For more information on SWCRF, please visit: www.waxmancancer.org

Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: @WaxmanCancer

About Dawes

It’s been nearly a decade since Dawes first emerged from Southern California, carrying with them a roots-rock sound that nodded to the past – including the West Coast folksingers and cosmic country-rockers who chased a similar muse during the 1970s – while still pushing forward.

Over the years that followed their North Hills debut, the band evolved and electrified. The grooves deepened. The amplifiers grew louder. Once known for their honest approach to classic sounds, Dawes grew into something different: a forward-thinking, boundary-pushing band for the 21st century, willing to follow inspiration wherever it leads.

On the group’s sixth album, Passwords, that inspiration pulls guitarist/singer Taylor Goldsmith, drummer Griffin Goldsmith, bassist Wylie Gelber, and keyboardist Lee Pardini into their most universal, topical territory to date. This is a record about the modern world: the relationships that fill it, the politics that divide it, the small victories and big losses that give it shape. Taylor’s writing is personal at points – the result of his recent engagement, which lends a sense of gravity and self-reflection to album highlights like “Time Flies Either Way” and “I Can’t Love” – but it also zooms out, focusing not on the director himself, but on everything within the lens.

“Passwords comes from a line in ‘Living in The Future’: ‘It’s the battle of the pass-words,'” Taylor points out. “So there is a slight political implication – the idea that something so seemingly innocuous and frivolous can potentially shift the direction of a life or even a country. But more broadly than that, a password – this series of numbers, letters and figures – serves as a thin veil between a world you can see and understand, and one you can’t. That means songs can be passwords, too, because they’re a means of giving access to someone else’s perspective, thereby elaborating your own. Songs can unlock something in you, change something, tighten something, enlighten some-thing, or gain access into deeper corners, and that idea makes referring to a collection of songs as Passwords feel really good.”

For more information on Dawes, please visit: www.dawestheband.com

Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: @DawesTheBand

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15th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala
For
Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network

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Enjoying interviewing the Founder Maryann Wahmann and chair Gala Honorary Chair Sue Aller

And Honoree at Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network's 15th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala

Posing for photo-ops with Honoree Dr. Steven Libutti and Rachell Bin

'Celebration of Life' Gala Honorary Chair

2018 Above and Beyond Award Dr. Steven Libutti

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15th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala
For
Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network

The Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network's Board of Directors invites you to our 15th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala. It's an evening of sharing- with Dinner, Cocktails, Dancing, a Silent Auction and Raffles. Funds raised will benefit neuroendocrine cancer patients and get us one step closer to a cure!

Take Action, Make a Difference!

Your participation will help NCAN keep important programs like these available to neuroendocrine cancer patients:

Patient Hotline

Patient Conferences

Information Packets

Support Group Assistance

Funding for Research

will help the Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness Network continue to provide programs and services essential to neuroendocrine cancer patients.

What is Neuroendocrine Cancer?

Neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) is the umbrella term for a group of unusual, often slow- growing cancers, which arise from neuroendocrine cells found throughout the body. For years this group of cancers was identified as a specific disease called carcinoid. This term is being replaced in medical literature by the term NETs.

Here are things you may not know about this disease:

Carcinoid /NET cancers are known to affect over 125,000 patients in the United States.

12,000 people are diagnosed annually.

Initially, over 90% of all Carcinoid/ NET patients are incorrectly diagnosed and treated for the wrong disease.

Average time from initial onset of symptoms to proper diagnosis exceeds five years.

Many patients go untreated for years and have been told they have another disease. However, due to the generosity and selfless effort of many people, progress IS being made!

If the tumors are found early and you get proper treatment, you can live a long life. There are many 20 year survivors living in the USA. Failure to diagnose the disease and provide proper treatment, however, has the most serious consequence.

Why Contribute to NCAN?

To better reflect the community we serve, CCAN is now NCAN- a 501(c)(3) non-profit incorporated in 2004. Our Mission is to intensify awareness of Neuroendocrine Cancer including Carcinoid. NCAN provides information and support to NET patients / caregivers via e-mail, our web site, and toll free phone. The phone line, answered by a patient or caregiver at all times, is open 7 days a week 9 am – 9 pm EST, 365 days a year! We want you to know the person on the other end of the phone understands first-hand about the disease. We’ve also sent several thousand free information packets on request. We provide support groups with information, awareness items and financial support.

NCAN has produced nearly 60 conferences both national and regional around the country. These events have been beneficial for thousands of patients and their families. With these conferences, we keep patients up-to-date on information impacting the decisions made regarding their care, including new diagnostics and treatments available and upcoming. NET CARE a division of NCAN has started educating medical professionals now as well.

NCAN has been a proud member of The North American Neuroendocrine Tumor Society since 2006, providing funding and support. Maryann Wahmann had served on the NANETS advisory board since 2009 through 2016, also served on the advisory board of The Healing NET Foundation. Serve on The SPORE advisory council since 2012.

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What's with the Zebra?

Did you ever wonder where the Zebra mascot got started, or those stuffed zebras and zebra bracelets came from? They were designed by CCAN back in 2003. You can say we were "The Original ZEBRA". It describes NET patients well because no two zebra's stripes are the same and NO two NET Cancer patients are the same. The other reason is that in medical school students are taught when hearing hoof beats think horses not zebras. In other words, look for the common not the uncommon or rare. Since then over 450,000 bracelets have been distributed. We also distribute other awareness items such as t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, tote bags, rulers, lapel pins, x-mas ornaments and car magnets.

Together we can beat neuroendocrine cancer!

'Celebration of Life' Gala presented the 2018 Above and Beyond Award to Dr. Steven Libutti.

Aiming to further propel scientific discovery as well as augment and expand comprehensive cancer services for patients through collaborative efforts with Rutgers and RWJBarnabas Health, Steven K. Libutti, MD, FACS, has been named as the new Director of Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and will serve as Vice Chancellor for Cancer Programs for Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences at Rutgers University. When he takes on his new roles in early 2017, Dr. Libutti will be the third permanent director in the 25-year history of Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and will take over for Bruce G. Haffty, MD, who has been serving as interim director and will continue his role as Chair of Radiation Oncology. In addition to his leadership roles within Rutgers University, Libutti also will serve as Senior Vice President of Oncology Services for RWJBarnabas Health, further strengthening the university’s partnership with the healthcare system.

Libutti, currently serves as Director for the Montefiore Einstein Center for Cancer Care in New York City and is Professor and Vice Chairman of the Department of Surgery and Professor in the Department of Genetics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Health System. A surgical oncologist, Libutti is an internationally known expert in endocrine surgery and the management of neuroendocrine tumors. He is the immediate Past President of the American Association of Endocrine Surgeons. His clinical practice focuses on gastrointestinal malignancies including cancers of the liver and pancreas. The recipient of funding from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) for the past 20 years, Libutti is also a researcher whose work focuses on developing novel cancer therapies through an understanding of the tumor microenvironment and blood vessel formation in tumors.

“Through his vast leadership and oncology expertise, Dr. Libutti will implement a unique vision to position Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey as one of the top National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the country as well as expand its impact throughout the RWJBarnabas Health System and the state. We look forward to this new chapter in the history of Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, and together we will make an exceptional program even better,” notes Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences Chancellor and Executive Vice President for Health Affairs Brian L. Strom, MD, MPH.

In partnership with RWJBarnabas Health, Libutti will be recruiting researchers and clinicians to build laboratory sciences, clinical research, and expand cancer services across the RWJBarnabas Health network to meet community and academic needs for inpatient and outpatient activities. These faculty and leadership recruitments along with infrastructure investments will total more than $100 million in investment in Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. “Dr. Libutti is exceptionally qualified to lead Oncology Services for RWJBarnabas Health, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, and cancer programs for Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences,” states RWJBarnabas Health President and Chief Executive Officer Barry H. Ostrowsky. “He brings significant talents and experience to guide these outstanding institutions to national prominence. The integration of these functions serves as a further major milestone in the RWJBarnabas Health partnership with Rutgers University.”

“I am honored to have been chosen to lead Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey during this pivotal time in its history. Working closely with my colleagues at Rutgers University, RWJBarnabas Health and community physicians, it will be my privilege to further advance the mission of Rutgers Cancer Institute and Rutgers Biomedical Health Sciences to enhance and expand oncology treatment services for patients,” notes Libutti. “As the state’s cancer center, it is part of our mission to advance the understanding of the inner workings of cancer as it is a disease that impacts so many. Cooperative efforts between internationally recognized scientists at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, industry, academia and other collaborators will help us further accomplish this goal. I look forward to helping spur continued growth in all of these areas in order to further solidify our programs and partnerships as some of the best in the nation, and to improve access and care for our patients,” adds Libutti, who also will have an appointment as a Professor of Surgery at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

A graduate of Harvard College, Libutti received his MD from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Following his residency in surgery, he completed a fellowship in Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery in the Surgery Branch of the NCI and was ultimately a tenured Senior Investigator and Chief of the Tumor Angiogenesis Section in the Surgery Branch, NCI.

The author of more than 270 peer reviewed journal articles, Libutti holds seven U.S. patents, and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Cancer Gene Therapy. He is the recipient of both NCI and National Institutes of Health Director’s Awards and has been recognized as a top doctor and top cancer doctor by Castle Connelly, as well as one of the best doctors in New York by New York Magazine.

About Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey

Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (www.cinj.org) is the state’s first and only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. As part of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, Rutgers Cancer Institute is dedicated to improving the detection, treatment and care of patients with cancer, and to serving as an education resource for cancer prevention both at its flagship New Brunswick location and at its Newark campus at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey at University Hospital. Physician-scientists across Rutgers Cancer Institute also engage in translational research, transforming their laboratory discoveries into clinical practice that supports patients on both campuses. To make a tax-deductible gift to support the Cancer Institute of New Jersey, call 848-932-8013 or visit www.cinj.org/giving. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheCINJ.

The Cancer Institute of New Jersey Network is comprised of hospitals throughout the state and provides the highest quality cancer care and rapid dissemination of important discoveries into the community. Flagship Hospital: Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. System Partner: Meridian Health (Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Ocean Medical Center, Riverview Medical Center, Southern Ocean Medical Center, and Bayshore Community Hospital). Affiliate Hospitals: JFK Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (CINJ Hamilton), and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.

For more information on how to support, contribute and participate please visit

www.netcancerawareness.org

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RAND LUXURY
Hosted the Annual Ferrari & Maserati of Long Island
Charity Brunch at Private Bridgehampton Estate

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Hosted the Annual Ferrari & Maserati of Long Island Charity Brunch

RAND Luxury, Inc. produced another successful private charity brunch in collaboration with Ferrari and Maserati of Long Island. The exclusive, invitation-only brunch took place at the Bridgehampton estate of Kenneth and Maria Fishel and benefitted The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation which is dedicated to finding cures for cancer.

Notable attendees included: Bradford Rand, Michael Strahan, Dr. Samuel Waxman, Marion Waxman, Kenneth Fishel, Maria Fishel, Bradley Fishel, Pantone Founder Lawrence (Larry) Herbert, Lisa Herbert, Andrea Fornarola Hunsberger, Will Hunsberger, Missy Brody, Rajid Chaudhri, Payal Chaudhri, Liz Kwon, Justin Estill, Tracy Marzova, Diane Supinsky, Jeffrey Supinksy, Julie Pignataro, Andrea Catsimatides, Pranay Parmar, Steven Knobel, Nicole Noonan, Christopher Gravagna and Sofia Gravagna

Annually, the luxury, invitation-only Hamptons brunch showcases the latest models from Ferrari and Maserati of Long Island which included the 2018 Ferrari Portofino and the 2018 Maserati Quattroporte GranLusso. As guests arrived they eagerly awaited their personalized test drives of the all-new 2018 models. The Icon A5 light sport aircraft was among the endless rows of luxury cars on display which provided guests the perfect photo opportunities during the brunch. Guests also browsed exclusive luxury brands and experiences including home electronics & décor, private aviation, tourism opportunities, fashion and more.

Throughout the course of the event, guests had the opportunity to vote for their favorite car model to receive this year’s Best in Show People’s Choice Award. The winners from each participating brand were the custom painted 2016 Maserati Grand Turismo MC owned by Pranay Parmar and the 2015 Ferrari 458 owned by Jeffrey Supinsky.

Additional fine objects and experiences were bid upon in exclusive silent and live auctions in support of The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation. During the spirited bidding war facilitated by auctioneer Howard Schwartz, CEO Kenneth Fishel of Renaissance Properties matched a $6,500 bid, and raised double, for a Rao’s VIP dinner. The top-tier experiences available for bidding also included a getaway to private villages in Bali for eight days and seven nights, five-star getaway to wine country and a private South Italy villa vacation for a group of 16.

The brunch buffet provided by Lessing’s Hospitality Group served exceptional cuisines and refreshments. Guests were greeted at the entrance to the concours with Bronco Wine featuring Bivio Italia’s Prosecco DOC Slim. The bar line up included sponsors such as fine Rose’ from Malene Wines, The Macallan, Mule 2.0, Peroni, Boxed Water, HINT and Saratoga Water.

Sponsors included: Ferrari Maserati of Long Island, Hamptons Magazine, SmartFlower Solar, Cayman Islands, Cohiba Cigars, Gigi B. Couture UVO Luxury, Compass Realty / The Breitenbach Team, Golf Pro Delivered, Godiva Belgium, ICON Aircraft, Jamaica Tourism, JetAviation, Kube by Thomas & Darden, Laviano, Le Blanc Spa Resort, Lucas Sams, North Shore Gates, Prêt-à-Fleur, Resorts World Bimini Bahamas. SI Yachts and truMedic.

About RAND LUXURY:

RAND Luxury is an international event-production company founded by entrepreneur Bradford Rand that caters to the world’s finest and most unique brands. Based in Manhattan, the RAND team has produced over 1,100 events since 1993. Events include “The Luxury Technology Show," in New York & Los Angeles, "The Luxury Lounge" during The Sundance Film Festival and the Toronto Film Festival which showcase brands during exclusive film receptions to producers, directors, celebrities, film investors, directors and VIP guests, “The Hamptons Brunch Series” takes place on $6 to $20+ million dollar estates featuring driving experiences from Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Maserati, Lamborghini & Aston Martin. RAND Luxury has also produced unveiling events for such brands as Rolls-Royce, SONY, Bugatti, Hasselblad, Giorgio Armani, Leica, Lexus, Aston Martin, LG Electronics, Bentley and more. Other notable shows and charity fundraisers the team has produced include The Luxury Review, Go Green Expo, The Red Cross Ball and City Harvest. The team also produces the Fashion Career Expo, a professional hiring event for the industry since 2003 that is sponsored by WWD / Women’s Wear Daily. Bradford Rand’s other conferences include The Cyber Security Summit & TECHEXPO Top Secret.

For more information, visit: www.RANDLuxury.com

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60th Annual Summer Party For Stony Brook Southampton Hospital

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews President and CEO Bob Chaloner and the Honorees at The 60th Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

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Hamptonites, supporters and honorees with their families gathered under three air conditioned enormous tents on Wickapogue Road in Southampton, New York. The event honored the Catsimatidis Family – Margo, John, Andrea and John Jr. – and the Mosler Family – Wendy, Bruce, Charlotte and David – as role models for philanthropy, service, and commitment to the underserved.

This year this anticipated event celebrated Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s 60th Annual Summer Party, Their Diamomd Jubilee Event.

The festive evening benefitted Stony Brook Southampton Hospital's Jenny and John Paulson Emergency Department, which is the sole provider of emergency care on the South Fork, treating more than 25,000 people annually. The tents were completely transformed by the imagination and creativity of Lawrence Scott Events who also provided an elegant catered dinner. Music was provided by Groove Society. In addition, guests also had access to an array of fabulous silent auction items, and a raffle with a $25,000 cash prize.

The evening’s hosts were Howard M. Lorber, Chairman, Southampton Hospital Foundation, and Kenneth B. Wright, Chairman, Southampton Hospital Association. They were joined by Robert Chaloner, Chief Administrative Officer, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, and Steve Bernstein, President, Southampton Hospital Foundation, in welcoming guests.

Emcee Chuck Scarborough noted the evening’s success was due to the efforts of the event’s Chairs and Committee including NancyJane Loewy, Jean and Martin Shafiroff, Caitlyn Diebold O’Connell, Michael Lorber, and Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

Attendees included: Ernest Baptiste, Rita Cosby, Cristina Cuomo, Marianne and Mark Epley, Somers Farkas, Ann Grimm, Dottie Herman, Father Alex and Mrs. Xanthi Karloutsos, Jean Remmel Little, Margo Nederlander, Reuven Pasternak, Jenny and John Paulson, Julie Ratner, Alex Roepers, Dr. Samuel Ryu and Mrs. Yoonn Ryu, Ellen Scarborough, Sammi and Scott Seltzer, Melanie and John Wambold, Cindy and Ladd Willis, among others.

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital is recognized by the NYS Department of Health as a provisional Level III adult trauma center, the first one on Long Island’s East End. This designation enables the Hospital to provide care to the most critically injured patients. During the summer season when the regional population swells, it is even more critically important that trauma care be accessible close by. Faster treatment for trauma patients can mean the difference between life and death, so support for this essential service is vital. For more information please visit www.southampton.stonybrookmedicine.edu.

The Southampton Hospital Foundation, Inc.

The Southampton Hospital Foundation, Inc., a separate nonprofit corporation with an independent Board of Trustees, supports Stony Brook Southampton Hospital's mission to deliver healthcare services and expand clinical programs to meet the needs of the community.

Although The Southampton Hospital Foundation, Inc., has existed for some time, recent changes to its structure and mission have put greater emphasis on fund raising. The Foundation concentrates its efforts on increasing critical philanthropic support to ensure high-quality healthcare for all of our neighbors on the East End.

Board of Trustees

Officers:

Howard M. Lorber, Chairman

Steven M. Bernstein, President

Gilbert W. Harrison, Treasurer

Jean Remmel FitzSimmons, Secretary

Trustees:

Steven M. Bernstein*

Paul C. Brennan

Robert S. Chaloner*

Alan D. Glatt

John M. Hadlock, Esq.

Charles B. Krusen

Michael Minikes

Bettina A. Stelle

Darin G. Wiggins, MD, FAAEM*

Kenneth B. Wright*

*ex-officio

For more information please visit https://southampton.stonybrookmedicine.edu

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AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

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AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

Guests and Supporters gathered at AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the Ellen Hermanson Foundation on July 28, 2018 at the Topping Rose House in Bridgehampton, New York.

Guests enjoyed an evening of cuisine by Jean-Georges, dancing with DJ Double S Productions, Mirror Photobooth NYC, and so much more!

The gala was chaired by Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff and Ms. Jodi Wasserman, Member of the Board of Directors of

Lucia’s Angels & Coalition for Women’s Cancers at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, was the Honoree.

The event also featured Alex Voz

Illusionist & Mentalist and the Live Auction was presented by Nicholas Dawes from the PBS Antiques Roadshow.

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation was established in 1997 to honor the memory of Ellen Hermanson and carry on the important work to which she devoted so much of her time and energy. An activist and an advocate, Ellen channeled her journalistic talents to become a forceful voice for breast cancer patients and their families. She educated her readers about the importance of early detection, the challenges of living with breast cancer, the very real but little-discussed or understood issue of pain management, and the debilitating effects of breast cancer on the entire family.

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation is unique in its commitment to helping breast cancer patients and their families cope with the physical and emotional aspects of breast cancer. No patient is turned away from the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center for lack of insurance or inability to pay for treatment. All services though Ellen’s Well are provided free of charge.

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation ensures access to state-of-the-art breast health care and empowers people affected by cancer. The Foundation primarily serves breast cancer patients on the East End of Long Island, New York, and fulfills its mission by focusing on two areas:

providing educational outreach about the importance of early detection, and access to mammography and treatment to medically underserved communities

funding psychosocial support services that address the broad range of issues facing breast cancer patients, survivors, spouses, families, and friends

Ellen's Run

Ellen’s Run, an annual 5k (3.1-mile) race, is the signature fundraising event of The Ellen Hermanson Foundation and an innovative, grassroots event, that raises awareness about breast cancer. Held on the East End of Long Island, where breast cancer diagnosis and mortality rates are among the highest in the state of New York, Ellen’s Run draws on the strength of the community and gives back by providing mammography screenings, support and education. Proceeds from Ellen’s Run support the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center at Southampton Hospital by funding state-of-the-art technology. Ellen’s Run also supports Ellen’s Well, a program that provides psychosocial support for breast cancer survivors under the leadership of a specially trained oncological social worker.

Ellen’s Run is a family event, aimed at both serious runners—women and men alike—and casual runners, as well as walkers and supporters of all ages. It engenders camaraderie and community as participants support or memorialize a loved one. Breast cancer survivors are recognized and applauded for their courage. A special prize is awarded to the first breast cancer survivor to finish the race. Those who have been touched by the disease or the specter of the disease have the chance to take a positive step.

The First Annual Ellen’s Run attracted more than 500 participants and raised more than $62,000—an astonishing success for a first-time event. By the third year, the amount of money raised had more than doubled. By its fourth year, Ellen's Run had become the largest race on the South Fork, with nearly 900 registered participants. As we approach our 22nd year, Ellen’s Run has grown to over 1,000 participants and The Ellen Hermanson Foundation has awarded more than $4 million in grants.

The Ellen P. Hermanson Foundation was incorporated under the not-for-profit laws of the State of New York and is exempt from taxation under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations to The Ellen P. Hermanson Foundation are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Copies of the Foundation's Form 990 are available at www.guidestar.org. A copy of the Foundation's Form 990 for the past five tax years may also be obtained by calling (212) 840-0916 to request a copy.

The Ellen P. Hermanson Foundation respects its donors' rights to privacy and confidentiality and does not release any information pertaining to its donors without their express written permission.

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SoFo’s 29th Annual Summer Gala Benefit

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SoFo’s 29th Annual Summer Gala Benefit

The South Fork Natural History Museum celebrated their 29th Annual Summer Gala Benefit.

The Museum was proud to present special awards to their

Honorees Courtney Ross, Don Church and Russell Mittermeier.

Courtney Ross

Ms. Ross is the widow of Steve Ross, the man who established Warner Communications, the corporate giant that is in existance today. According to Forbes Ms. Ross's wealth is estimated at $700 million, Courtney Ross is a powerhouse in the Hamptons. She is famous for her Ross School which had uniquely and progressively educated the minds of the East End Rich and Famous. She is also a leading philanthropist and a big supporter of the

South Ford Natural History Museum.

Russell Mittermeier

World renowned Scientist Russell Mittermeier is a primatologist and herpetologist. He has written several books for both popular and scientist audiences, and has authored some 300 scientific papers.

Russell A. Mittermeier is Executive Vice-Chair of Conservation International, and served as President of Conservation International from 1989 to 2014. Named a “hero for the planet” by TIME Magazine, Mittermeier is regarded as a world leader in the fields of primatology, biodiversity and tropical forest conservation. Trained as a primatologist and herpetologist, he has traveled widely in more than 160 countries on seven continents, and has conducted field work in more than 30 over the past 45 years – with much of his field work having focused on Amazonia (particularly Brazil, and Suriname ), the Atlantic forest region of Brazil, and Madagascar.

Since 1977, Mittermeier has served as Chairman of the IUCN-World Conservation Union Species Survival Commission Primate Specialist Group, and he has been a member of the Steering Committee of the Species Survival Commission since 1982. Prior to working for Conservation International, he spent 11 years at World Wildlife Fund – U.S. (1978-1989), starting as Director of their Primate Program and ending up as Vice-President for Science. He also served as an IUCN-World Conservation Union Regional Councillor for the period 2004-2012, was elected as one of IUCN-World Conservation Union ’s four Vice-Presidents for the period 2009-2012, and then was elected a lifetime Honorary IUCN-World Conservation Union Member in 2012. He also chaired the first World Bank Task Force on Biodiversity in 1988, which was instrumental in introducing the term "biodiversity" to that institution. In addition, he has been an Adjunct Professor at the Stony Brook University since 1978 (and received an Honorary Doctorate there in 2007), a Research Associate at the Museum of Comparative Zoology at Harvard University for more than two decades, and President of the Margot Marsh Biodiversity Foundation since 1996. Most recently, he was instrumental in the creation of the 25 million Euro Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund, a new species-focused fund based in Abu Dhabi, and serves as a member of its Advisory Committee.

In the late 1970s Mittermeier undertook one of the first studies of the critically endangered northern muriqui woolly spider monkeys in what would become the Caratinga Biological Station. Mittermeier has been particularly interested in the discovery and description of species new to science. He has described a total of 14 new species (three turtles, four lemurs, an African monkey, and six Amazonian monkeys) and has eight species named in his honor (three frogs, a lizard, two lemurs, a monkey, and an ant). The most recent of these is Mittermeier’s saki, Pithecia mittermeieri, a monkey from the Brazilian Amazon. The lizard, Anolis williamsmittermeierorum, is named in honor of Mittermeier and American herpetologist Ernest E. Williams.

Mittermeier has also been a leader in promoting species-focused ecotourism, particularly primate-watching and primate life-listing, and more recently turtle-watching and turtle life-listing, following the very successful model of the bird-watching community. To facilitate this, he launched a Tropical Field Guide Series and a Pocket Guide Series focused heavily on primates, but including a number of other species groups as well. The most recent publications to emerge in The Tropical Field Guide Series are Lemurs of Madagascar, Third Edition (2010) and Primates of West Africa (2011) with a French edition of the Lemurs of Madagascar having appeared in 2014. His own primate life-list, now totaling more than 350 species, is almost certainly the largest in the world and serves as a baseline for other primate life-listers. In 2018, he was awarded the Indianapolis Prizefor Conservation.

Mittermeier was born in New York City. He received his B.A.(summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa) from Dartmouth college and Ph.D. from Harvard University in biological anthropology for a thesis entitled, “Distribution, Synecology, and Conservation of Suriname Monkeys”in 1977.

Don Church, PH.D.

Dr. Don Church is President of Global Wildlife Preservation. Dr. Don Church works with partners to develop projects aimed at conserving globally threatened species and their habitats. A focus of his work is on identifying priority sites and opportunities for species conservation through the creation of new protected areas, and also developing innovative strategies to address threats beyond habitat loss. Globally declining amphibian populations are a focus, and he previously served as executive director of the Amphibian Survival Alliance, an international partnership of more than 100 organizations, to catalyze conservation for this especially imperiled group of animals. Prior to joining Global Wildlife Conservation, Don led the Biodiversity Division at Conservation International. Don is an Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Sciences at Texas A&M University.

Both Dr. Mittermeier and Dr. Church's mission is to save our Rain Forest and the species of animals that inhabit them as revealed during my interview with them at the VIP Cocktail Reception.

For more information how you can support their efforts please visit https://www.globalwildlife.org

The South Fork Natural History Museum (SoFo) & Nature Center is the only state-of-the-art natural history museum on the South Fork of Long Island. Founded in 1988 by a group of South Fork naturalists as The Nature Clubhouse in Amagansett, the museum opened at its permanent location in May, 2005 in eastern Suffolk County at 377 Bridgehampton / Sag Harbor Turnpike in Bridgehampton, New York.

A place for children and adults of all ages to discover, explore, learn, and engage, the South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center is open seven days a week, except on Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is open for an additional hour from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays during the school year (September – Mid June) for free admission.

Visitors are accompanied by the museum’s expert nature educators as they experience the museum’s scientifically accurate galleries, featuring live and recreated natural habitat exhibits; colorful floor-to-ceiling photo murals of forests, ponds, and ocean landscapes; a Marine Touch Tank where visitors can, in the water, hold sea stars, crabs, urchins, and whelks; and terrariums and aquariums featuring local wildlife, all of which engage the senses and bring the outdoors in.

The magic continues outside with SoFo’s Native Butterfly Garden, Native Wildflower Garden, Educational Pond, Purple Martin nesting gourd site and more. Visitors can take nature walks through the 40 acre Vineyard Field Preserve bordering the museum, and explore the six-mile trail system of the Long Pond Greenbelt, which features an expanse of interconnected ponds, woods and wetlands abounding with rare plants, animals, and ecological communities.

The museum is dedicated to teaching and inspiring families to become engaged and responsible caretakers of our planet now and for generations to come. We look forward to seeing you at SoFo! We know your first visit will not be your last.

The mission of the South Fork Natural History Museum & Nature Center – SoFo – is to stimulate interest in, advance knowledge of, and foster appreciation for the natural environment, with special emphasis on the unique natural history of Long Island’s South Fork.

The goals of the museum and nature center are to:

Engender in children and adults a sensitivity to the natural world through direct observation and joyous hands-on nature experiences in the museum and in the out-of-doors, and to give them the tools they need to become engaged and responsible caretakers of our planet now and in the future.

Procure, preserve, document, study, and display material relevant to the

natural history of the South Fork of Long Island.

Serve as a central source of local natural history information with facilities and programming designed for all segments of the public – from the interests of children to those of the scientific community.

Work in partnership with other educational and environmental organizations on the local, state, and federal level.

To carry out its mission, the museum presents hands-on interactive exhibits and guided educational experiences, in the museum and in the out-of-doors. All programs are designed to:

Encourage direct observation and hands-on exploration of the natural world.

Emphasize the universal interconnectedness of all living things and stress the need for conservation and preservation of our natural resources.

Raise the level of ecological awareness to prepare the individual to make intelligent environmental decisions.

Provide joyous experiences that will inspire the pursuit of future explorations and curiosity as well as foster a lifelong fascination and affection for nature.

The event was chaired by Sammi & Scott Seltzer and Patsy & Jeff Tarr

Hosts for the evening included Leslie Clarke, Alex Guarnaschelli and Debra Halpert

Guest Auctioneers included Gerry Curatola and Ann Liguori.

Supporters and guests enjoyed from 6pm to 7pm a Pre-Event VIP Cocktail Reception, Special Tasting Menu by Local Leading Chefs & Restaurateurs and from 7pm-10pm Benefit & Dancing with Nancy Atlas & the Nancy Atlas Project Band sponsored by Bill Miller & Associates.

The event was catered by Elegant Affairs Catering and the the alcohol was provided by Amagansett Wines & Spirits

and Wine by Channing Daughters Winery.

Floral arrangements provided by Bridgehampton Florist

For more information on how you can support the South Fork Natural History Museum please visit http://sofo.org

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SOME ENCHANTED EVENING BAY STREET THEATER CELEBRATES THEIR 27TH ANNUAL SUMMER GALA

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Actress Jane Lynch, the Emmy Award winning television star, emceed Bay Street Theater’s star-studded concert that a special feature of the Program of their Annual Summer Gala

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Actor Steven Heard Fales made a special appearance. He is a classically trained playwright and actor who has gained broad recognition in both the theatre world gay community and the LDS community for his award-winning one-man play, Confessions of a Mormon Boy

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Artist Jackie Fuchs and TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at at 27th Annual Summer Gala, “A Celebration of the Golden Age of Broadway,”

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TV Host/Entertainment Journalist Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at the Bay Street Theater's 27th Annual Summer Gala, “A Celebration of the Golden Age of Broadway,”

Actress, Comic Jane Lynch, the Emmy Award winning television star, emceed Bay Street Theater's 27th Annual Summer Gala, “A Celebration of the Golden Age of Broadway.

Supporters and guests enjoyed a lavish cocktail hour, delicious sit down dinned and a highly entertaining star-studded concert that was part of their Annual Summer Gala. This will be the last on the Long Wharf in Sag Harbor due to future renovations.

All that attended enjoyed a silent auction and a live auction with celebrity auctioneer Richard Kind, followed by dinner and dancing.

The Concert, A Celebration of the Golden Age of Broadway was part of the evening's program featuring songs from Broadway Musical hits featuring South Pacific, West Side Story, On The Town, and Carousel, and was written by the award-winning playwright Jonathan Tolins.

“It was a great evening to celebrate the last party on the Long Wharf,” said Scott Schwartz, Bay Street Theater’s Artistic Director. “We will have a new location next year, but we still have this year to celebrate with a music-filled sunset party that supports Bay Street Theater.”

The evening’s auction items included a week at the beach in St. Barth’s for 4 at a luxury 2- bedroom WIMCO villa, complete with unparalleled concierge service, and roundtrip flights to the island from San Juan on private Tradewind Aviation carrier. Other items include an 8-day cruise on Viking Cruises for 2, and a walk on role in EVITA with dinner for 8 guests at The American Hotel.

This year Bay Street Theater honored Sag Harbor businesses as tremendous supporters for the Gala for the past 27 years. Bay Street Theater was proud to honor Board Members Luigi Caiola and Erik Batt.

Actors Jane Lynch and Steven Failes also were special contributer to the event.

Ms. Lynch is an American actress, author, singer, and comedian. She is best known for her role as Sue Sylvester in the musical television series Glee and Earth Live in National Geographic. She also gained fame in Christopher Guest's improv mockumentary pictures such as Best in Show.

Lynch's television cameos include an appearance in the Nickelodeon situation comedy iCarly and the Showtime dark comedy series Weeds. Lynch had a recurring role in the Warner Bros. situation comedy Two and a Half Men from 2004 to 2014 and was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for her performance in 2010. She has also had other notable roles in numerous mainstream comedies, such as Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Role Models and The Three Stooges.

Her portrayal of Sue Sylvester in Glee has won numerous awards, including the Primetime Emmy Award, Golden Globe Award, Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series, TCA Award for Individual Achievement in Comedy, Satellite Award for Best Supporting Actress – Series, Miniseries, or Television Film, and the People's Choice Award for Favorite TV Comedy Actress.

On September 4, 2013, Lynch received the 2,505th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the category of television located at 6640 Hollywood Blvd. Lynch has lent her voice to multiple animated films, including Space Chimps, Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, Shrek Forever After and Wreck-It Ralph. Since 2013, she has hosted the NBC game show Hollywood Game Night, for which she has won two Emmy Awards.

Steven Heard Fales (born March 17, 1970) is a classically trained playwright and actor who has gained broad recognition in both the theatre world gay community and the LDS community for his award-winning one-man play, Confessions of a Mormon Boy.

The first reading of Confessions was at the Sunstone Symposium in Salt Lake City in 2001. He has performed the play off-Broadway (under director Jack Hofsiss) and across the United States and internationally at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and London's West End. The book 'Confessions of a Mormon Boy: Behind the Scenes of the Off-Broadway Hit' was a Lambda Literary Award Finalist. Before becoming a solo artist he performed in Shakespeare and musicals in regional theatres across America.

'Confessions of a Mormon Boy' is Part One in 'The Mormon Boy Trilogy.' Part Two and Three are called 'Missionary Position' and 'Prodigal Dad. Mormon-American Princess is his cabaret act and deals with the subject of narcissism. It premiered in San Francisco and has played Joe's Pub, New York City. Other solo shows include 'Conversations with Heavenly Mother: An Uncommon Diva', 'Joseph III', 'CULT!', and 'When All Else Fales.' He is the founder of the Solo Performance Alliance.

For more information on theater productions and how you can support the Bay Street Theater please visit www.baystreet.org

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The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center
Presented

The 12th Annual Get Wild! Summer Benefit

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Zab Judah American professional boxer and Sponsor Ingrid Arneberg at the Get Wild Summer Benefit for the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center in Southampton, NY

Bernard Carl, Paul Keber, Joan Carl, Susan McGraw Keber, Virginia Frati, Beth Stern, Chuck Scarborough
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TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Benefit Committee Member Jane Gill, News Anchor Honorary Chair Chuck Scarborough and Honorees Jay Schneiderman, Southampton Town Supervisor
Susan McGraw Keber, East Hampton Town Trustee at The 12th Annual Get Wild Summer Benefit for The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center in Southampton, NY

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The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center

Presented

The 12th Annual Get Wild! Summer Benefit

The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons celebrated their 12th Annual GET WILD! Summer Gala at Joan and Bernard Carl’s Little Orchard Garden on Coopers Neck Lane in Southampton, NY. The event honored Jay Schneiderman, Southampton Town Supervisor and Susan McGraw Keber, East Hampton Town Trustee, and welcomed distinguished guests to celebrate the united efforts to rehabilitate animals and successfully release them back into the wild across Long Island.

“It’s important for us to recognize the continued efforts of everyone involved with The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center. The commitment to rehabilitate Long Island’s wildlife is a shared passion for us all. We truly thank our honorary chairs Ellen and Chuck Scarborough, hosts Joan and Bernard Carl, benefit co-chairs plus committee, and sponsors,” said Director of Development Shelley Berkoski.

The picturesque garden featured live swans in the neighboring Coopers Neck Pond while guests enjoyed The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center rehabilitated birds including; Meep the Great Horned Owl, the Red Tail Hawks Cloud and Sonia, the Eastern Screech Owls Archimedes, and Athena and the Peregrine Falcon named Millennium. Live music from Ludmilla Brazil, along with cocktails and light vegetarian fare were also enjoyed by the evening’s attendees.

Notable attendees included: Virginia Frati, Shelley Berkoski, Joan and Bernard Carl, Jay Schneiderman, Susan McGraw Keber, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross and Hilary Geary, Nicky Hilton, Don Lemon, Ellen and Chuck Scarborough, Henry Buhl, Leslie Alexander, Laura Carlock, Linda and Benjamin Lambert, Beth Stern, Lynn Scotti, Claudia and Billy Walters, Curtis Sliwa, Nancy Regula, Mai Hallingby Denise Cuccia, Howard Lorber, Susan Bordeaux, Kenneth and Maria Fishel, Tom Samet, Liz Deneny, Jay Flagg, Carol Nobbs, Liz Deneny, Susan Tighe, John Broderick, Dorothy Frankel, Missy Hargraves, Susanne Tighe, John Broderick, Carol Nobbs, Dorothy Frankel

Benefit Co-Chairs Included: Hilaria And Alec Baldwin, Alexandra And Peter Campbell, Joan And Bernard Carl, Kim Cattral, Brigid Fitzgerald And Michael Katz, Nancy Juvonen And Jimmy Fallon, Linda And Ben Lambert, Beth Stern

Benefit Committee included: Séan Denneny, Ingrid Edelman, Dorothy Frankel, Pat Garrity, Jane Gill, Missy Hargraves, Margot Rowan Horn, Aleksandra Kardwell, Norah Lawlor, Maryann Marston, Hope Marxe, Jill Rappaport, Renee Schlather, Kathy Walsh

This year’s GET WILD Summer Gala sponsors included: Leslie Alexander, Ingrid Arneberg and Will Marin, D. Porthault, Douglas Elliman, LLC., Ingrid and Thomas Edelman, Linda and Benjamin Lambert, Wölffer Estate Vineyard; Rosalie Brinton, Frances Jones and Keith Douglas, Howard Marton, Ellen and Chuck Scarborough; Dayton, Ritz & Osborne, Fisher Signs & Shirts, Brigid Fitzgerald and Michael Katz, Maryann Marston, Andrew Sabin Family Foundation, Shinnecock Animal Hospital, Allison Stern, Kathleen Walsh and Gene Bernstein, Claudia and Billy Walters; Tara Allmen, MD, Brook B. Ashforth, BNB Bank, Pat Garrity of the Corcoran Group, Audrey & Martin Gruss Foundation, Robert J.M. Olsaon and Alexander B.V. Johnson, Patricia Preu, Veterinary Clinic of East Hampton; Alfred Geary, Hamptons Employment Agency, Hutchison Landscape Services, Weber & Grahn Air Conditioning and Heating. With special thanks to Hamptons Magazine and Leslie Wine

The event took place on Saturday, June 23rd, 2018

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Live Music, Cocktails and Light Vegetarian Fare; Silent Auction

at the Southampton Estate of Joan and Bernard Carl’s Little Orchard Garden

Coopers Neck Lane, Southampton, NY

The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center, Inc., Eastern Long Island’s only wildlife hospital, is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to the rehabilitation of wild animals impacted by encroachment of humans on their habitat. It is a grass roots organization that grew from a few concerned friends to a group of over 3,000 members and supporters. The center is a full-time professional wildlife hospital staffed by licensed rehabilitators, biologists, animal behaviorists and volunteers. Over 300 people have been trained to assist in wildlife rescues. The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center is located on Munn’s Pond Park through a cooperative licensing agreement with Suffolk County Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation. The center is situated on a greenbelt of public land parcels totaling several thousand acres and stretches from Tiana Bay to Peconic Bay located on the eastern end of Long Island, NY. This is a unique and irreplaceable ecosystem consisting of salt and fresh water wetlands, Pine Barrens, deciduous forest and meadowland. Thus, it is the perfect setting for a wildlife rehabilitation center. The hospital is designed exclusively for wild animals. Unlike a veterinary hospital, there are no ambient noises or smells to stress the wildlife that are recovering within. The Wildlife Rescue Center receives more than 10,000 calls each year for information or assistance involving wild animal encounters. The center also provides educational programs to local elementary and secondary schools. Students from local colleges participate in cooperative education programs and internships. The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center annual operating budget exceeds $650,000, almost all of which comes from generous donors.

For more information, visit: www.wildliferescuecenter.org

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Sixth Annual Pink Tie Gala

Celebrity Wrestler Hulk Hogan poses for a photo-op on the Pink Carpet at the Sixth Annual Pink Tie Gala

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TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses on the Pink Carpet at the Sixth Annual Pink Tie Gala -Photo by Photographer Lenny Stucker

Celebrity Wrestler Hulk Hogan made a special appearance at the Sixth Annual Pink Tie Gala at the Carltun at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, NY on Monday, June 11th from 6 pm to 11 pm as the organization benefitted the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital.

The event featured food stations, open bar, live performances, raffles, celebrity guests including: Celebrity Artist Asia Lee, Actress Maya Frank and Rock Star Natasha Komis and News 12 Long Island Reporter Elisa Distefano.

Real Estate Professionals Networking for a Cure, was founded by Mike Cave, CEO of 1st Equity Title & Closing Services, on the premise that Breast Cancer is an all too familiar threat on Long Island, impacting just about everyone in one way or another.

The organization realizes that the Real Estate community could be doing a lot more to help put an end to this insidious disease, which is disproportionately prevalent here on the Island.

The vision was to find creative ways to bring our vast real estate network together, in support of education and research for the fight against breast cancer.

For more information, please visit: PinkTie.org

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All Against Abuse
Saturday, June 9, 2018

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The NCAN Celebration of Life Gala

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2022 Gatsby Gala To Support Suffolk County Boy Scouts of America

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ANNUAL PINK PEARL GALA TO BENEFIT NORTH FORK BREAST HEALTH COALITION

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BOARDMEMBERS POSE FOR A PHOTO-OP AT THE ANNUAL PINK PEARL GALA TO BENEFIT NORTH FORK BREAST HEALTH COALITION ON APRIL 8, 2022 AT EAST WIND IN WADING RIVER, NY

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The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s 12th Annual Unconditional Love Gala

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BAILEY HOUSE GALA AND AUCTION 2020

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The Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness 16th Annual'Celebration of Life' Gala

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TV Host Entertainment Journalist Cognac Wellerlane interviews Honoree Dr. Lowell Anthony and Founders Maryann and Bob Wahmann

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Neuroendocrine patient Wendy Knoll and Honorary Chair Judy San Roman at the 16th Annual 'Celebration of Life' Gala

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61st Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

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An Enchanted Evening to Benefit The Ellen Hermanson Foundation

Chair Jean Shafiroff poses for a photo-op with Honoree Senator Kenneh P. LaValle and Co-Founder Julie Ratner

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op with Dustin Lujan, Fashion Designer Victor deSouza, Senator Kenneth P, LaValle and President Steven Bernstein from the Southampton Hospital

Charlotte McKinney Host 8th Annual St. Barth Hamptons Gala

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Charlotte McKinney Host 8th Annual St. Barth Hamptons Gala

SOFO’s 30th ANNIVERSARY GALA BENEFIT

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28th ANNUAL BAY STREET THEATER'S SUMMER GALA

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7th ANNUAL PINK TIE GALA

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The Retreat’s All Against Abuse Gala Saturday, June 8th at The Muses in Southampton

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Miss Dog Mom Beauty Pageant 2019

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Founder Desh Valcin crowns Maria Ducasse as Miss Dog Mom 2019

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NORTH FORK BREAST COALITION PINK PEARL GALA HONORING LUCIA'S ANGELS AT EAST WIND IN WADING RIVER, NY

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BAILEY HOUSE GALA & AUCTION 2019

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SAMUEL WAXMAN FOUNDATION THE 21ST ANNIVERSARY COLLABORATING FOR A CURE GALA

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2022 Gatsby Gala To Support Suffolk County
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BACK IN BLACK SUMMER BENEFIT
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The Neuroendocrine Cancer Awareness
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61st Annual Stonybrook Southampton Hospital Summer Party

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7th Annual Pink Tie Gala

The Retreat’s All Against Abuse Gala Saturday, June 8th
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Miss Dog Mom 2019

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RAND LUXURY
Hosted the Annual Ferrari & Maserati of Long Island
Charity Brunch at Private Bridgehampton Estate

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Hosted the Annual Ferrari & Maserati of Long Island

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Hosted the Annual Ferrari & Maserati of Long Island Charity Brunch

Jean Shafiroff, Carolyn Maloney, Andrea Catsimatidis, Margot Catsimatidis, Wendy Mosley pose for a photo-op at
60th Annual Summer Party For Stony Brook Southampton Hospital

AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

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pose for a photo-op at AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit The
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

Mayor Mark Epley and Marianne Epley pose for a photo-op at AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

Artist Asia lee and John Dooley pose for a photo-op at AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for photo-ops with Honoree Jodi Wasserman, Artist Asia Lee and Easthampton.com Owner Kathean De Monchy at AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

TV Personality Paul Wharton poses for a photo-op at AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

AN EVENING OF ENCHANTMENT SUMMER GALA to Benefit the
Ellen Hermanson Foundation

The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center
Presented

The 12th Annual Get Wild! Summer Benefit

Bernard Carl, Paul Keber, Joan Carl, Susan McGraw Keber, Virginia Frati, Beth Stern, Chuck Scarborough
Photo Credit: Rob Rich/SocietyAllure.com

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane poses for a photo-op at the 12th Annual Get Wild! Summer Benefit for the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center in
Southampton, NY

TV Host Cognac Wellerlane interviews Maya Frank at
The Sixth Annual Pink Tie Gala

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Saturday, June 9, 2018