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 *Events in Palm Beach DECEMBER TUESDAY 2 UNIQUE SNOWFLAKE Hilary Gumbel and Tom Freston will be honored at The UNICEF Snowflake Ball, one of the season's most notable black-tie galas. The MC is Bryant Gumbel. 7:30 p.m. Cipriani Wall Street. Call: 212-880-9131. WEDNESDAY 10 BE A PAL The Police Athletic League honors Linda L. Addison, Rikki Klieman, and Julie Myers at its 26th Annual Women of the Year Luncheon. 11:30 a.m. The Pierre. Call: 212-477-9450. FRIDAY 12 *SALVATION SNOW BALL Mar-a-Lago will be transformed into a winter wonderland for the Salvation Army's Snow Ball. Be a part of the holiday fantasy surrounded by lavish decor, ice skaters on a frozen pond, real snow, and surprise entertainment! 7 p.m. Mar-a-Lago. Call: 304-695-0766. JANUARY TUESDAY 6 MOVIE MOMENT The National Board of Review celebrates the year's best achievements in film at its annual Awards Gala. 6 p.m. Cipriani 42nd Street. Call: 212-373-6113. SATURDAY 10 *PURRFECT PARTY Susan G. Komen and Komen South Florida host the annual Perfect Pink Party to raise funds for breast-cancer research. This time the fete goes feline, calling itself the Purrfect Pink Party. 7 p.m. Mar-a-Lago. Call: 917-701-2010. THURSDAY 15 *PARTY PLANNED Planned Parenthood of South Florida and the Treasure Coast hosts its not-to-be-missed 2015 Palm Beach Dinner Dance, chaired by Ruth Baum and Jan Willinger. 7 p.m. Club Colette. Call: 561-472-9953. *SIXTY-FIVE ROSES The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation hosts its annual Sixty-Five Roses benefit celebrating their dedicated donors and supporters. The evening will feature dinner, drinks, and dancing to the music of Helena Redman. 6:30 p.m. The Breakers. Call: 561-683-9965. SATURDAY 17 *FUN POLICE The keystone event to promote police-community partnership returns at the Palm Beach Police Foundation's Annual Policemen's Ball. The black-tie dinner dance begins with a cocktail reception and includes a live auction, as well as the annual presentation of the Palm Tree Award and the Police Officer of the Year Award. 7 p.m. Mar-a-Lago. Call: 561-820-8118. SUNDAY 18 *GARDEN OF EDEN American Friends of the Hebrew University celebrates its 10th anniversary with a tempting gala celebration titled A Night in the Garden of Eden. The evening will honor Diane Belfer, Wilma Bernstein, Roberta Bogen, Barbara Eichner, Sherry Endelson, Ellen Levy, Barbara Rothschild, Louise Stein (z'l), Joy Weinberger, and Lois Zelman, and feature a performance by Cirque Dreams. 7 p.m. Mar-a-Lago. Call: 561-750-8585. THURSDAY 22 *TREASURE TROVE Donald and Melania Trump host the annual Fine Wines and Hidden Treasures Gala, benefiting Food for the Poor. The evening features a fine-wine tasting, auction, three-course dinner, dancing, and entertainment. 6:30 p.m. Mar-a-Lago. Call: 888-404-4248. THURSDAY 22 WINTER ANTIQUES Get a sneak peak at the East Side House Settlement's Winter Antique Show, featuring cocktails, hor d'oeuvres, and the best of the best in fine and decorative arts. The Winter Antique Show will run until February 1st. 5 p.m. Park Avenue Armory. Call: 718-292-7392. *FRIENDLY FETE The American Friends of Israel Museum celebrates its 50th birthday at the 2015 Palm Beach Benefit, chaired by Phyllis Mack and Bonnie Stern. The evening will include cocktails on the terrace, dinner, and dessert. 7 p.m. The Breakers. Call: 212-997-5611. MONDAY 26 *KNOW HOW Academy Award-winning actress Kathy Bates will be a special guest speaker at the Hearing the Ovarian Cancer Whisper's Time is of the Essence Lecture and Luncheon. 11:30 a.m. Mar-a-Lago. Call: 561-406-2109. THURSDAY 29 YOUNG COLLECTORS Experience an exciting, high-energy evening for new collectors, emerging philanthropists, and art-and-design tyros at the Winter Antique's Young Collectors Night. The event features a Meet the Designers reception with New York's most prominent interior designers and New York magazine's Wendy Goodman. 7 p.m. Park Avenue Armory. Call: 718-292-7392. SATURDAY 31 *BLACK TIE BASH Trish and Richard Rendina host the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's annual Black Tie Gala. Scott and Whitney Perkins will chair the evening of poolside cocktails, a live and silent auction, dinner, and dancing. 6:30 p.m. The Mar-o-Lago Club. Call: 561-616-8682. FEBRUARY MONDAY 2 DRAMA QUEEN The Drama League celebrates legends of The Great White Way at its annual Benefit Gala: A Musical Celebration of Broadway. This year, the event honors James Earl Jones with a musical tribute produced by Roger T. Danforth and Trevor Tamashiro. 7 p.m. The Pierre. Call: 212-244-9494. THURSDAY 5 *SEDUCTIVE SOUNDS Donald and Melania Trump host the Palm Beach Opera's Gala Evening with Ildar Abdrazakov: Seduction of the Senses. Prepare to be spellbound by the opera's most dashing bass at an intimate and impassioned concert followed by a three-course dinner. 6:30 p.m. Mar-a-Lago. Call: 561-835-7559. FRIDAY 6 *BUILDING HOPE Peruse the unique jewelry, vacations, golf trips, and more up for auction at the 20th annual Building Hope Gala, benefitting Food for the Poor. 7 p.m. Boca West Country Club. Call: 954-427-2222 ext. 6049. SATURDAY 7 *ART AFFAIR The Norton Museum of Art honors Beth Rudin DeWoody at its annual gala, featuring a cocktail reception, elegant dinner, and after-dinner fete. 7 p.m. Norton Museum of Art. Call: 561-832-5196 ext. 1121. FRIDAY 13 *V.I.P. PREVIEW Get the first look at the exquisite items offered at the Palm Beach Jewelry, Art, and Antique Show during its Private Preview Party. The eveningÑas well as the show itself, running until Tuesday the 17thÑbenefits the Hope for Depression Research Foundation. 6 p.m. Palm Beach County Convention Center. Call: 561-822-5440. *ALL ABOUT HEART The 2015 Palm Beach Heart Ball celebrates the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association, and their efforts to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. 6 p.m. The Breakers. Call: 561-697-6621. FRIDAY 20 VIENNESE BALL The U.S. Austrian Chamber of Commerce hosts the Diamond Jubilee of the Viennese Opera Ball, benefitting the American Institute of Musical Studies. The 60th anniversary will feature music by Peter Duchin and his Orchestra and Midnight Quadrille led by Heinz Heidenreich. 8 p.m. The Waldorf Astoria. Call: 212-207-6769. *DISCOVERY CELEBRATION One of the premiere social events of the Palm Beach Season, the Annual Discovery Celebration, returns for its 24th year to benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. The evening will be chaired by Vicki and Arthur Loring. 7 p.m. Mar-a-Lago. Call: 561-833-2080. SATURDAY 21 *BAL POUDRƒ The Whitehall Society says Òlet them eat cakeÓ at the French Revolution-themed Henry Morrison Flagler Museum Gala: Bal PoudrŽ. 6:30 p.m. The Flagler Museum. Call: 561-655-2833. TUESDAY 24 YEAR OF THE SHEEP Conductor Long Yu returns to lead the New York Philharmonic's fourth annual Chinese New Year celebration. This year, the concert ushers in the Year of the Sheep with performances by Yo-Yo Ma and sheng player Wu Tong. 7:30 p.m. Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center. Call: 212-875-5656. MARCH TUESDAY 3 BUNNY HOP The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center heralds the arrival of spring with its annual Bunny Hop. The family-friendly event includes special performances, delicious treats, fun activities, and more. 5 p.m. 583 Park Avenue. Call: 212-639-7972. SUNDAY 8 DINNER AT DANIEL Chef Daniel Boulud continues his longtime support of Citymeals-on-Wheels with the famed Sunday Supper at Daniel benefit. Joining Chef Boulud in the kitchen will be Chef Pierre Gagnaire of Restaurant Pierre Gagnaire in Paris. 5:30 p.m. Daniel. Call: 212-575-4545. MONDAY 9 NIGHT AT THE BALLET The School of American Ballet hosts its glamorous, black-tie Winter Ball featuring a performance by the school's advanced students. The evening will be chaired by Joyce Giuffra, Julia Koch, Serena Lese, and Laura Zeckendorf. 7 p.m. David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center. Call: 212-769-6610. THURSDAY 12 LOVE HEALS The Alison Gertz Foundation for AIDS Education puts the fun in fundraising at its signature Love Heals 2015 Benefit, providing corporations and individuals with the opportunity to support the fight against HIV while having a great time. 7:30 p.m. The Four Seasons. Call: 212-867-1117. WEDNESDAY 18 *PREMIERE PARTY The Norton Museum of Art throws a glamorous cocktail party to celebrate its new exhibit Imaging Eden: Photographers Discover the Everglades. 6 p.m. Norton Museum of Art. Call: 516-832-5196 ext. 1118. *Events in the Hamptons APRIL TUESDAY 7 PARIS JÕTAIME The Paris Review honors Norman Rush at its Spring Revel, the literary magazineÕs annual celebration of great American literature. 7 p.m. Cipriani 42nd Street. Call: 212-629-8748. THURSDAY 9 BERGH BALL Get ready for an evening of dinner, dancing, and delighting in our four-legged friends at the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to AnimalsÕ 18th annual Bergh Ball: Pup Art. 7 p.m. The Plaza. Call: 212-876-7000. FRIDAY 10 THATÕS AMORE Celebrate the power of love with Save Venice at its annual Un Ballo in Maschera: Il Piacere dellÕ Amore. Sponsored by Dolce & Gabbana, the evening will feature drinks, dinner, and dancing. 8 p.m. The Pierre. Call: 212-737-3141. MONDAY 13 POINT OF IT The Point Foundation invites you to meet the next generation of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer leaders and honor its current champions at the Point Honors gala. 6:30 p.m. Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, New York Public Library. Call: 212-512-5785. MONTE CRISTO The Eugene OÕNeill Theater Center will honor beloved actor Nathan Lane at its 15th annual Monte Cristo Awards. 6:30 p.m. The Edison Ballroom. Call: 860-443-5378. TUESDAY 14 BOOK IT Join the literati who lunch at the annual GodÕs Love We Deliver literary luncheon: Authors in Kind. This year, Harlan Coben, Marcus Samuelsson, and GodÕs Love board member Linda Fairstein will be among the authors in attendance to sign their work and speak to readers. 11:30 a.m. The Metropolitan Club. Call: 212-294-8100. WEDNESDAY 15 POETS KNOW IT Join MC Chip Kidd, Vanessa Williams, Nick Cannon, Gloria Steinem, Holly Hunter, and more at the Academy of American PoetsÕ 13th annual Poetry and the Creative Mind event. 6:30 p.m. Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center. Call: 212-629-8748. THURSDAY 16 MOMENT LIKE THIS Kelly Clarkson will take the stage at the NewYork-Presbyterian HospitalÕs 2015 Gala honoring Iris Cantor and John and Carmen Thain. 6:30 p.m. The Waldorf. Call: 212-921-9070. STAR-STUDDED SOIREE Youth America Grand Prix and Teen Vogue editor Amy Astley host the 2015 Stars of Today Meet the Stars of Tomorrow Gala. The night of performances, dinner, and dancing will feature the 2015 YAGP finalists on stage with todayÕs biggest dance stars. Sergei Filin, David Hallberg, and many others will attend the gala, underwritten by Bulgari. 6:30 p.m. David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center. Call: 212-527-7539. FOOLÕS FETE Join New Yorkers for Children at its annual Spring Dinner Dance: A FoolÕs Fete. The black-tie benefit will pay tribute to Oscar de la Renta and celebrate the designerÕs impact on NYFC. 6:30 p.m. Cipriani 42nd Street. Call: 212-678-0231. SUNDAY 19 OPERA NEWS Piotr Beczala, Ferruccio Furlanetto, Sondra Radvanovsky, Samuel Ramey, and Teresa Stratas will be feted at the 10th Annual Opera News Awards Gala. Stephanie Blythe will be the musical guest at the black-tie celebration, performing in tribute to the five honorees. 6 p.m. The Plaza. Call: 212-769-7009. TUESDAY 21 FOOD BANK The Food Bank for New York City trumpets Tom Colicchio and Lori Silverbush at its Can Do Awards Dinner, celebrating their contributions to the fight against hunger. 6 p.m. Cipriani Wall Street. Call: 212-566-7855. BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC will honor Adebayo Ogunlesi and Agnes Hassell at its signature fundraising event: Sidewalks of New York Dinner. Soledad OÕBrien will serve as the MC at the awards dinner. 6:30 p.m. The Waldorf. Call: 212-888-7003. MONDAY 27 BIG SHOT Dancing with the StarÕs Amy Purdy will MC the National Meningitis AssociationÕs 2015 Gala: Give Kids a Shot! The evening will feature a musical performance by Darius de Haas. 6:30 p.m. The Pierre. Call: 212-874-5457. WEDNESDAY 29 FARE TO REMEMBER Lori Stokes will MC the 2015 FARE Spring Luncheon, honoring Liana Silverstein Backal. The afternoon benefits Food Allergy Research and Education. 11:00 a.m. Cipriani 42nd Street. Call: 212-207-1974. THURSDAY 30 PRACTICAL MAGIC Fight hunger in your Òfestive finestÓ at City HarvestÕs An Evening of Practice Magic, honoring Richard Berry, David Patrick Columbia, and Tom Colicchio. 6:30 p.m. Cipriani 42nd Street. Call: 646-412-0656. HOT PINK PARTY Join NYCÕs most prominent philanthropists as they honor Leonard Lauder at the Breast Cancer Research FoundationÕs Hot Pink Party, in loving memory of BCRF Founder Evelyn Lauder. 7 p.m. The Waldorf. Call: 646-497-2600. MAY MONDAY 4 POP GOES THE PARTY The New York Pops celebrate Kathleen Marshall and Rob Marshall, as well as its 32nd year, at its Birthday Gala. The event features a concert under the baton of music director and conductor Steven Reineke, and a dinner dance at the Mandarin Oriental. 7 p.m. Stern Auditorium, Carnegie Hall. Call: 212-765-7677. FOUNTAIN OF WISDOM The Fountain House hosts its 12th annual Symposium and Luncheon, titled Challenges and Possibilities: New Research on Schizophrenia. The afternoon will feature a panel discussion with Doctors Nancy C. Andreasen, John Kane, and Peter Weiden. 11:15 a.m. The Pierre. Call: 212-874-5457. WEDNESDAY 6 POLICE BALL Laurence D. Fink will be honored at the New York City Police FoundationÕs Annual Benefit, saluting the great work of the NYPD. 7 p.m. The Waldorf. Call: 212-245-6570. HATS OFF The Central Park Conservancy - Women's Committee hosts its annual Frederick Law Olmsted Awards Luncheon, affectionately known as the Hat Luncheon. Wear your most charming chapeaux and support the cityÕs beloved park! 11 a.m. Central Park Conservatory Garden. Call: 212-310-6642. THURSDAY 7 PRATT FASHION The Pratt Institute hosts its annual Fashion Show and Cocktail Benefit, honoring WomenÕs Creative Director of Calvin Klein Collection Francisco Costa. The awards presentation and fashion show is followed by a cocktail reception at Dream Downtown in the Meatpacking District. 6 p.m. Center 548. Call: 718-399-4548. WOMEN WHO CARE Susan Lucci and Thomas Roberts will host United Cerebral Palsy of New YorkÕs annual Women Who Care Luncheon. The afternoon is chaired by Tamsen Fadal, Robin Givens, Ali Stroker, and Paula Zahn. 11 a.m. Cipriani 42nd Street. Call: 212-683-6700 ext. 207. SPRING STEPS The New York City Ballet hosts its annual Spring Gala, featuring the premiere of Peter MartinsÕ staging of August BournonvilleÕs La Sylphide and the return of Bournonville Divertissements. 7 p.m. David H. Koch Theater, Lincoln Center. Call: 212-870-5585. BEST MOMS The MotherÕs Day CouncilÑin partnership with the American Diabetes AssociationÑhosts its annual National ÒOutstanding MotherÓ Awards event, honoring Meredith Vieira, Joanna Coles, Liz Rodbell, and Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger. Mindy Grossman will serve as MC. 12 p.m. The Pierre. Call: 212-594-6421. SATURDAY 9 *CLUB STARLIGHT Join the Ross School at its 12th annual Live @ Club Starlight event, featuring GE Smith and Friends. 6:30 p.m. Ross Upper School, East Hampton. Call: 631-907-5112. MONDAY 11 ACTORS FUND The Actors Fund hosts its annual gala, honoring entrepreneur and philanthropist Michael Bloomberg for his longstanding support of the arts as an individual, corporate leader, and Mayor of New York City. 6 p.m. Marriott Marquis. Call: 800-221-7303. WEDNESDAY 13
The Wildlife Conservation Society invites your family to explore its wild side at the annual ExplorersÕ Party: Wild About Bears! The family benefit will feature educational crafts and activities, sea lion feeding, musical entertainment, and a wildlife theater performance! 5 p.m. Central Park Zoo. Call: 718-220-5100. THURSDAY 14 GALA DEL BARRIO El Museo del Barrio honors Yolanda Santos and Lisa Garcia Quiroz at its annual gala, chaired by Maria Eugenia Maury and William Haseltine. 7 p.m. The Plaza. Call: 212-868-8450 ext. 205. TUESDAY 19 SPIRITED AWAY The Albert Einstein College of Medicine WomenÕs Division honors Candice Bergen, RenŽe Fleming, Daphne Hsu, and Robert Pass at its 61st annual Spirit of Achievement Luncheon. 12 p.m. The Rainbow Room. Call: 718-430-2818. ART OF PACKAGING Pratt Institute honors MAC CosmeticsÕ and Jo Malone WorldwideÕs James Gager at its annual Art of Packaging Award Gala. The award will be presented by EstŽe Lauder group president John Demsey. 6:30 p.m. The University Club of New York. Call: 718-636-3600. WEDNESDAY 20
The WomenÕs Committee of Central Park Conservancy offers fun for the whole family at its Playground Partners Annual Family Party: the Magic of your Playground! This family-friendly afternoon will feature music, games, and moreÉrain or shine! 3:30 p.m. Heckscher Playground, Central Park. Call: 212-310-6642. SATURDAY 30 *WORK OF ARF New YorkÕs most illustrious interior decorators transform the Animal Rescue FundÕs Thrift Shop into an incredible designer showhouse at the ARF Thrift Shop Designer Showhouse and Sale, kicked off with a VIP preview and cocktail reception. 5 p.m. ARF Thrift Shop, Sagaponack. Call: 631-537-0400. SUNDAY 31
Nobu Matsuhisa are among the participating chefs. 7:30 p.m. Rockefeller Center. Call: 212-687-1290. *Events in the NYC MAY TUESDAY 19 SPIRITED AWAY The Albert Einstein College of Medicine Women's Division honors Candice Bergen, RenŽe Fleming, Daphne Hsu, and Robert Pass at its 61st annual Spirit of Achievement Luncheon. 12 p.m. The Rainbow Room. Call: 718-430-2818. ART OF PACKAGING Pratt Institute honors MAC CosmeticsÕ and Jo Malone Worldwide's James Gager at its annual Art of Packaging Award Gala. The award will be presented by EstŽe Lauder group president John Demsey. 6:30 p.m. The University Club of New York. Call: 718-636-3600. WEDNESDAY 20 *FAMILY FUN The Women's Committee of Central Park Conservancy offers fun for the whole family at its Playground Partners Annual Family Party: the Magic of your Playground! This family-friendly afternoon will feature music, games, and moreÉrain or shine! 3:30 p.m. Heckscher Playground, Central Park. Call: 212-310-6642. SUNDAY 24 PlANNED PARENTHOOD Join Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic at its East End Benefit, featuring an extraordinary silent auction to raise funds for PPHP. 5 p.m. Sender Estate, Sag Harbor. Call: 631-240-1128.
SATURDAY 30 *WORK OF ARF New York's most illustrious interior decorators transform the Animal Rescue Fund's Thrift Shop into an incredible designer showhouse at the ARF Thrift Shop Designer Showhouse and Sale, kicked off with a VIP preview and cocktail reception. 5 p.m. ARF Thrift Shop, Sagaponack. Call: 631-537-0400. SUNDAY 31 DRAMA DESK Laura Benanti hosts The 60th Annual Drama Desk Awards, honoring the best of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and Off-Off Broadway, as well as the evening’s nominees, including Bradley Cooper, Helen Mirren, Carey Mulligan, and more. 8 p.m. Town Hall. Call: 212-764-7900.
JUNE TUESDAY 2 *WALK IN THE PARK Robert De Niro and Grace Hightower De Niro, Laurent Claquin, Thornton Dial, JR, and Usher Raymond IV will all be honored at the Gordon Parks Foundation Awards Dinner. The event will be co-chaired by Alicia Keys & Kasseem "Swizz Beatz" Dean, and Karl Lagerfeld. 6:30 p.m. Cipriani Wall Street. Call: 914-579-1000. WEDNESDAY 3 *HAPPY HEARTS Happy Hearts Fund believes some things are worth fighting for at its 2015 Fight for Education Benefit and Martial Arts demonstration, hosted by Glory. 6 p.m. Hammerstein Ballroom. Call: 212-488-2602. THURSDAY 4 *BOTANICAL BASH Enjoy the beauty of the New York Botanical Garden at its annual black-tie Conservatory Ball. 7:30 p.m. Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, New York Botanical Garden. Call: 718-817-8773. SATURDAY 6 TRIPLE D SALE Kick off the Hamptons season with the Southampton Fresh Air Decorators-Designers-Dealers Sale, Auction, and Cocktail Party. The evening will feature live, silent, and wine auctions, and an extraordinary home furnishings and antiques sale. 5 p.m. Fresh Air Home, Southampton. Call: 631-283-5847. MONDAY 8 *FORGET-ME-NOT Jonathan Groff will MC the Alzheimer’s Association’s Forget-Me-Not Gala, featuring special guests David Hyde Pierce and Pilar and Prince Amukamara. The evening honors Marielle Mindlin Bernstein, Kim Campbell, Sam Henes, and Mike Schnitzer. 6:30 p.m. The Pierre. Call: 646-744-2927. *CULINARY STARS A-list chefs will cluster in Rockefeller Center for Cheftopia: the 30th Annual Chefs’ Tribute to Citymeals-on-Wheels. Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Jonathan Waxman, and Nobu Matsuhisa are among the participating chefs. 7:30 p.m. Rockefeller Center. Call: 212-687-1290. WEDNESDAY 10 *TASTE OF SUMMER Get a taste of the summer season at Central Park Conservancy’s Taste of Summer kickoff, featuring tastings prepared by celebrated area restaurants. 7 p.m. Bethesda Terrace, Central Park. Call: 212-446-2242. THURSDAY 11 *TURNING TIDES Party animals will migrate to Central Park Zoo for the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Gala 2015: Turning Tides. The wild evening will honor Barbara Hrbek Zucker, Donald Zucker, and Julie Packard. 6:30 p.m. Central Park Zoo. Call: 973-433-7115. SATURDAY 13 - SUNDAY 14 LANDSCAPE PLEASURES Parrish Art Museum hosts its popular Landscape Pleasures weekend, with talks and tours of beautiful gardens, including the gardens of Jane and Michael DeFlorio, David Kleinberg, Toni Ross, and Robin and Fred Seegal. There will also be a cocktail party on Saturday, at the breathtaking Southampton garden and home of Marcia Riklis. 6 p.m. Southampton. Call: 631-283-2118 ext. 150. SATURDAY 13 HEART AND SOUL The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association host their 19th annual Hamptons Heart Ball: Glitz and Glamour. This event promises to be an engaging evening of fun and passion, bringing community and philanthropic leaders together. 6 p.m. The Hayground School, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-734-2804. MONDAY 15 *GET FIT Edwin A. Goodman and Marigay McKee are honored at the FIT Foundation’s Annual Awards Dinner, benefiting the Fashion Institute of Technology’s Educational Development Fund. 7 p.m. Cipriani 42nd Street. Call: 212-217-7999. TUESDAY 16 *INSPIRATION GALA Miley Cyrus and Bravo’s Andy Cohen will be honored for their longtime support of LGBT individuals and the fight against AIDS at the Inspiration Gala to benefit amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research. 6:30 p.m. Spring Studios. Call: 212-219-0111 ext. 15. THURSDAY 18 *HALL OF FAME Bobby Braddock, Willie Dixon, Robert Hunter and Jerry Garcia, Toby Keith, Cyndi Lauper, and Linda Perry will all become the latest inductees of the Songwriters Hall of Fame at the organization’s 46th Annual Induction and Awards Dinner. 6 p.m. Marriot Marquis. Call: 212-878-5002. TEE PARTY Swing into summer at the 16th Annual Play for Pink golf tournament, benefiting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. If you’re not comfortable on the green, non-golfers are invited to enjoy some lunchtime shopping instead. 7:30 a.m. Hampton Hills Golf and Country, Westhampton Beach. Call: 917-679-9433.
SATURDAY 20 Andy Sabin will be honored at Ellen Hermanson Breast Center’s 2015 Summer Gala: Veinte. The evening will feature a performance by Tito Puente Jr. and his band. 6:30 p.m. Steven Klein’s Westkill Farm, Bridgehampton. Call: 212-840-0916. GARDEN ESTATE Join the Animal Rescue Fund for the 29th annual ARF Garden Tour and take an amble across Southampton, ending in a cocktail party at Blue Haven, the home of Lisa and Donald Jackson. 11 a.m. Southampton. Call: 631-537-0400 ext. 219. ROARING TWENTIES All Against Abuse celebrates 20 years at its Roaring ’20s Summer Soirée with cocktails, dinner, dancing, and more, all benefiting the retreat. 6:30 p.m. Ross School Lower Campus Field House, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-329-4398. MIDSUMMER NIGHT DRINKS Come enjoy a memorable June evening of cocktails, music, and spectacular views at the home of Richard and Marcia Mishaan for the 15th annual Midsummer Night Drinks, benefitting God’s Love We Deliver. 6 p.m. Sagaponack. Call: 212-294-8162.
SATURDAY 27 WILD NIGHT Party animals will get in touch with their wild side at the Group for the East End Summer Benefit: Where the Wild Things…! Enjoy fresh fare by award-winning chef Noah Schwartz and music from DJ Mad Marj. 6 p.m. Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Sagaponack. Call: 631-765-6450 ext. 218. SOARING SUMMER Lucas Hunt will MC the East End Hospice’s Summer Gala: Soar into Summer, featuring silent and live auctions, casino games, and music by the Time Square Orchestra. 6 p.m. Sandacres Estate, Quogue. Call :631-288-8400. SUNDAY 28 JAZZ FOR JENNINGS Bridgehampton Child Care and Recreational Center honors the memory of the late Peter Jennings at its summer benefit, Jazz@Jennings. The extraordinary gathering of the world’s finest jazz musicians will feature Christian McBride, Jon Faddis, Eric Reed, and Delfeayo Marsalis. 12:30 p.m. Watermill Center, Watermill. Call: 631-537-3188.
JULY FRIDAY 3 BEACH BOYS Celebrate Fourth of July weekend with Guild Hall and the Beach Boys at its 2015 Season Spectacular, followed by a private dinner. 7 p.m. Guild Hall, East Hampton. Call: 631-324-0806. AMERICAN PICNIC There is no summer tradition Hamptonites anticipate with more excitement than the Southampton with Fireworks by Grucci. 7 p.m. 1030 Meadow Lane, Southampton. Call: 631-283-5847.
SATURDAY 11 HALSEY HAPPENING Join the Southampton Historical Museum at its festive lawn party, the Halsey House Gala, held at Southampton’s oldest home and museum. Enjoy music, an open bar, plentiful farm-to-table hors d’oeuvres as well as a silent auction. 6 p.m. Thomas Halsey Homestead, Southampton. Call: 631-283-2494. PARRISH BASH Parrish Art Museum hosts its 2015 Midsummer Party, bringing together almost 1,000 artists, philanthropists, business leaders, and world guests in support of the Parrish. 6:30 p.m. Parrish Art Museum, Water Mill. Call: 631-282-2118 ext. 123. HAMPTONS HAPPENING Mark Leder and Bobby Zarin are honored at the Samuel Waxman Center Research Foundation’s A Hamptons Happening, featuring food by Mauro Maccioni and the Le Cirque Restaurant Group as well as John Delucie’s the Lion and Bill’s Food and Drink. 7 p.m. Home of Maria and Kenneth Fishel, Bridgehampton. Call: 646-398-5270. BAY STREET GALA Richard Kind will be the celebrity auctioneer at Bay Street Theater’s 24th annual summer gala, honoring Timothy Bishop and Joe Pintauro. The evening will feature a premiere concert reading of the new stage adaption of The Prince of Egypt starring Aaron Lazar and Norm Lewis. 6 p.m. The Long Warf, Sag Harbor. Call: 631-725-0818. FRIDAY 17 GRILLHAMPTON Robert Irvine, Restaurant Impossible star and Chopper star Marc Murphy host Dan’s GrillHampton as part of Taste of Summer. This one-of-a-kind cooking competition and tasting event pits East End chefs against Manhattan chefs for an unforgettable night. 8 p.m. Sayre Park, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-227-0188. SATURDAY 18 FORK IN THE ROAD Food Network’s Katie Lee hosts the top foodie fete, Dan’s Taste of Two Forks. This year, the East End eating event honors B. Smith for her dedication to dining in the Hamptons and Manhattan. 6:30 p.m. Sayre Park, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-227-0188. UNCONDITIONAL LOVE Jonathan McCann and Jean Shafiroff host the sixth annual Unconditional Love Dinner Dance, benefitting the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation. 6:30 p.m. Gin Lane, Southampton. Call: 631-728-7387 ext. 240. FAMILY A-FARE Families will enjoy out-of-this-world arts and crafts, water rides, performances, and more at the Children’s Museum of the East End’s 77th annual Family Fair: To CMEE and Beyond. 10:30 a.m. Children’s Museum of the East End, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-537-8250. ART FOR LFE Time travel back to the Roaring Twenties at Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation’s Art for Life Gala. Russell Simmons, Danny Simmons, and Joseph “Rev. Run” Simmons will present the 20th Anniversary party, honoring Dave Chappelle and hosted by Soledad O’Brien. 6 p.m. Fairview Farms, Bridgehampton. Call: 212-254-6677. BH POLO The sport of kings returns to the Bridgehampton Polo Club, running six consecutive Saturdays until August 23nd. This oh-so-social season promises to be even more spirited than ever. 4 p.m. Two Trees Farm, Bridgehampton. Call: 631-237-5388. WILD NIGHT Quogue Wildlife Refuge hosts its 9th annual Wild Night for Wild Life, featuring hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, wine and beer from local vineyards and breweries, live music by the Times Square Orchestra, as well as live and silent auctions. 6 p.m. Private home, Quogue. Call: 631-653-4771. *SUMMER SOIREE LongHouse Reserve celebrates its 25th birthday at its sure-to-be fabulous Summer 2015 Benefit Gala: On Gossamer Wings. The evening will honor Kiki Smith, and feature Julianne Moore as Honorary Chair. 6 p.m. LongHouse Reserve, East Hampton. Call: 631-329-3568. SATURDAY 25 HOUSE PARTY Get a sneak peak of the Hampton Designer Showhouse presented by Traditional Home at the 2015 Gala Preview Party. The Showhouse, benefiting Southampton Hospital, will be on view until September 7. 6 p.m. North Bridgehampton. Call: 631-745-0004. CHEFS AND CHAMPAGNE Carla Hall will be honored at James Beard Foundation’s annual summer tasting party, Chefs & Champagne. The evening will feature flowing Champagne Taittinger, the wines of Wölffer Estate Vineyard, and culinary offerings from more than 30 celebrated chefs, with many from JBF Award–winning restaurants. 6 p.m. Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Sagaponack. Call: 212-627-2308. SUPER SATURDAY Donna Karan and Kelly Ripa host Super Saturday, benefiting the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. The extremely posh designer garage sale features fashion from Henri Bendel, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole, Donna Karan New York, Elie Tahari, and more. 12 p.m. Nova’s Ark Project, Water Mill. Call: 212-268-1002. WATERMILL MOMENT The Watermill Center will once again bring together the worlds of theater, art, fashion, design, and society for The 22nd Annual Watermill Center Summer Benefit. This year the event is titled: Circus of Stillness, the Power Over Wild Beasts. It will feature installations and performances by the Watermill International Summer Program Participants. 6 p.m. Water Mill Center, Water Mill. Call: 212-253-7484 ext. 10. *MOSTLY MOZART Experience music at its finest during the Mostly Mozart Festival, a celebration of the composer's genius through dynamic performances of both classic and contemporary music. The festival runs through Aug. 22. Lincoln Center. Call: 212-721-6500.
AUGUST SATURDAY 1 PADDLE & PARTY Grab a paddleboard and join Donna Karan, Aerin Lauder, William P. Lauder, and more at the fourth-annual Hamptons Paddle and Party for Pink benefitting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The summer fundraiser includes a morning multi-skill, WPA sanctioned paddleboard race and an evening party hosted at a private Hampton’s residence. 8 a.m. Havens Beach, Sag Harbor. Call: 646-497-2606. SH HOSPITAL BASH Chuck Scarborough MCs the Southampton Hospital’s annual Summer Party: Fantasia. The cool summer evening will feature music by the Alex Donner Orchestra and catering by Robbins Wolfe Eventeurs. 6:30 p.m. Corner of Wickapogue and Old Town Road, Southampton. Call: 631-726-8700 ext. 3. SATURDAY 15 BOW WOW MEOW Channel your inner party animal and celebrate the lifesaving work of the Animal Rescue Fund at the ARF Bow Wow Meow Ball, featuring the Peter Duchin Orchestra. 6:30 p.m. ARF Adoption Center, Wainscott. Call: 631-537-0400 ext. 219 SATURDAY 22 WINE & DINE Celebrate the bounty of Long Island wine country at the Dan’s Taste of Summer Harvest East End Wine and Food Classic. This event showcases the wines of more than 40 East End winemakers, the dishes of top regional chefs, and the food craft of local purveyors. 6:30 p.m. McCall Vineyard and Ranch. Cutchogue, NY. Call: 631-227-0188.
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