MAY 2009
PLANNED PARENTHOOD
Spring Into Summer at the annual Planned Parenthood East End Benefit. Artist-designed one-of-a-kind beach towels will be available for purchase and a silent auction will be held. 5:30 p.m. Private home, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-240-1133.
FASHION FORWARD
*Celebrate fashion at the Gordon Parks Foundation Awards dinner and auction. Join chairs Gloria Vanderbilt, Bill Cosby, Quincy Jones, Frédéric de Narp, Dina Merrill and Ted Hartley, and emcee André Leon Talley to honor Liya Kebede, Russell Simmons, Isabel Toledo, and Bruce Weber for their activism in fashion and philanthropy. Guests include Anna Wintour, Richard Plepler, and Ruben Toledo. 6:30 p.m. Gotham Hall. Call: 914-579-1000.
A.C.E. FESTIVITY
*The Association for Community Employment for the Homeless, founded by Henry Buhl, will honor Earl Jones, Jeffrey Roseman, Marianna Olszewski Rounick, Edwina Sandys and Richard Kaplan at this year’s gala. The evening will be chaired by Sara Herbert-Galloway and Berry Klarberg and emceed by Rita Cosby. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and a special performance by Academy Award-nominated IMPACT Repertory Theatre. 6:30 p.m. Guastavino’s. Call: 347-463-9608.
GRACIE WINNERS
*Join the crème de la crème of American Women in Radio & Television for this black-tie bash presenting the winners of the 34th Annual Gracie Awards who represent the most accomplished female stars, including Amy Poehler, who will receive the Dove Real Beauty Award.
8 p.m. Marriot Marquis Hotel. Call: 703-506-3290.
BOTANICAL BALL
*A luscious green and flowery wonderland will serve as a magical setting for enjoying a night of cocktails, and dinner and dancing at the annual NY Botanical Gardens Conservatory Ball. 7:30 p.m. Botanical Garden. Call: 718-817-8775.
RAZZLE DAZZLE
The Fresh Air Home will hold its 17th annual Decorators-Designers-Dealers sale, auctions and gala with a gallery of treasures guaranteed to dazzle any home furnishings shopper. Explore donated art, furnishings, fashion, jewelry, wine and more while enjoying cocktails with Honorary Chair Lavinia Branca Snyder. 5 p.m. Southampton. Call: 631-283-5847.
ANGELS ON HIGH
*Celebrating three decades of Empowering People to Keep it Safe, the Guardian Angels Anniversary Gala pays tribute to its founder Curtis Sliwa. Join emcee Mark Simone and honorees Barry Kaye, Larry Kudlow, and Wayne Chrebet in presenting Dottie Herman (CEO of Prudential Douglas Elliman) with the Outstanding New Yorker Award. Gloria Gaynor will perform for guests including Police Commish Ray Kelly, Rita Cosby, and Sean Hannity. Festivities will also include a reception, silent auction, and dinner and dancing and a special presentation by Mayor Michael Bloomberg. 6 p.m. The Pierre. Call: 917-699-0850.
TROPICAL FANTASY
*Join the Wildlife Conservation Society, chaired by Allison and Leonard Stern, for its annual gala benefit to celebrate Central Park Zoo’s newfound home and exhibit of snow leopards while sipping cocktails and dining organically in the exotic surroundings. 6:30 p.m. Central Park Zoo. Call: 212-921-9070 x14.
MIDSUMMER DRINKS
Join the ninth annual midsummer benefit bash for God’s Love We Deliver, which delivers meals to people living with life-altering illnesses. 6 p.m. Whimsy Farms in Sagaponack, private home. Call: 212-294-8162.
PRESERVING FASHION HISTORY
*In honor of the 50th Anniversary in preserving fashion history, Madame Paulette will be unveiling their new flagship boutique with restored classic pieces dating back to the 1800's in its 40 ft. window display, a sure to be an art destination. As part of the week-long celebratory momentum, the couture flagship boutique will be announcing "Fashion Donations," restoring donated fashion pieces ranging from gowns to antiques with proceeds from this year's efforts generously being donated to Cancer Research. Private Events. For a private tour of the new boutique call 877-COUTURE.
FRIAR’S GALA
*The Friars Foundation Applause Award Gala honors Natalie Cole, Leslie Moonves, and Sir Tom Jones. Join this triple threat for an evening of cocktails, dinner, and infamous entertainment. 6:30 p.m. Cipriani 42nd Street. Call: 212-751-7272.
RED CROSS BALL
*The American Red Cross Ball honors New Yorkers who proudly say “I + NY.” Join honorees Roy Zuckerberg and Maria Cuomo Cole for an evening
of dining, cocktails, and entertainment. 6:30 p.m. The Pierre. Call: 212-627-1000.
ECO-FABULOUS
Go green with the Group for The East End at its Annual Fundraising event honoring the late Christian Wolffer. Join Alec Baldwin and Nicole Miller among other supporters in protecting the local environment that we all care so much about. Cocktails and dinner and dancing will accompany both live and silent auctions. 6:30 p.m. Wolffer Estate Vineyard. Call: 631-765-6450 X 215.
HEART TO HEART
Toast to happiness and health at the 13th Annual Heart of the Hamptons Gala. This year’s honorees are Drs. J.P. Mohr and Isadore Rosenfeld, as well as East Hampton Town and Village for becoming a “Heart Safe Community.” The evening will consist of exquisite wines and fare, featuring a VIP reception, cocktail hour, live and silent auction, and dinner and dancing. 6 p.m. Hayground School, Bridgehampton. Call: (516) 777-8447.
CHIC SHEET
Go green with the Group for The East End at its Annual Fundraising event honoring the late Christian Wolffer. Join Alec Baldwin and Nicole Miller among other supporters in protecting the local environment that we all care so much about. Cocktails and dinner and dancing will accompany both live and silent auctions. 6:30 p.m. Wolffer Estate Vineyard. Call: 631-765-6450 X 215.
ARTISTS AGAINST ABUSE
Be a part of the Retreat’s mission for its 14th annual art auction which will include the works of Peter Max, April Gornik, Ross Bleckner, and more. Hosted by Camille and Kelsey Grammer, the evening will include silent and live auctions, cocktails, and dinner and dancing. 6 p.m. Ross School, East Hampton. Call: (631) 329-4398.
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