Montreal Memoir Wins National Vine Award
The Smallest Objective (New Star Books), Sharon Kirsch's Montreal memoir, has won a Vine Award for Canadian Jewish Literature (History). The Vine Awards is an annual national program that honours both the best Canadian Jewish writers and non-Jewish Canadian authors who deal with Jewish subjects.
EAT (RED) SAVE LIVES 2017 Kicks Off Today
Today, EAT (RED) SAVE LIVES led by Chef Mario Batali brings the culinary world to the table to raise money for The Global Fund and awareness around the AIDS fight, with activations across the United States and around the world on social media.
Photo Flash: Iggy Azalea Hosts Longines Masters of LA Gala with Kaley Cuoco and More
The Long Beach Convention Center opened its doors for the start of the 2016 Longines Masters of Los Angeles today, one of the most prestigious equestrian events in the world that brings together the top riders for four days of competition. As the elite-level riders and horses kicked off season two of the Longines Masters Series, guests were treated to adrenaline-charged competition, live entertainment, and a marvelous Opening Gala. Scroll down for photos!
Neiman Marcus to Donate Percentage of Sales to Paper Mill Playhouse
This year Neiman Marcus' Fashion Director, Ken Downing, has curated an exclusive gift collection of 37 gifts ranging in price from $32 - $1,800. Ten percent of the sales of each of these gifts will benefit a local charity supporting arts experiences for youth. NM Short Hills has selected Paper Mill Playhouse.
Casts of CINDERELLA, PIPPIN, MOTOWN & More to Take Part in THE CRONUT MISSION
This Thanksgiving, 17 of New York's most prolific influencers will each design a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind Dominique Ansel tulip Cronut box to be auctioned off, with all proceeds benefiting God's Love We Deliver to feed people in need. Participants designing the boxes include Heidi Klum, Jonathan Adler, Simon Doonan, Amanda Freitag, Sandra Lee, Christiane Lemiuex, Joan Rivers, Peter Som, David Stark, Vicente Wolf, and the Casts of Cinderella, First Date, Janis Joplin, Motown, Pippin and Rock of Ages. Each of the boxes will include two custom Cronuts created by Chef Ansel, filled with pumpkin cream and topped with 24K gold leaf. The tulip-shaped boxes and Cronuts will be auctioned off at www.biddingowl.com from November 18th to 26th, with bidding starting at $100. Each of the boxes and Cronuts will be delivered to winners on Thanksgiving morning (winners must be located in the NYC area). Find the Cronut Mission on Twitter at hashtag #thecronutmission.
Kimpton's Iconic Sir Francis Drake Hotel Completes $10 Million Renovation
SAN FRANCISCO, July 24,2013 - Originally built in 1928, Kimpton's Sir Francis Drake unveils the completion of its multi-million dollar renovation during its 85 th anniversary. The iconic boutique hotel sits 21 stories high in the heart of the city, mere steps from Union Square. The completed renovation features a sophisticated and opulent modern design that perfectly complements the historic spirit and original Gothic Revival and Regency architecture of the hotel. All popular public spaces, including the famed Starlight Room; 18,000 square feet of meeting and event space; and 416 guest rooms and suites have been completely redesigned by Dawson Design Associates. The 'new' Sir Francis Drake is characterized by regal architecture and sophisticated style, allowing for a refined feeling of comfort and an elegant sense of modernity, referencing both its 1920s roots and the needs of its contemporary guests.
Photo Flash: 12th Annual Midsummer Night Drinks Benefited 'God’s Love We Deliver'
At Saturday night's 12th annual Midsummer Night Drinks hundreds of friends and supporters gathered at Woodhouse Park, the stunning East Hampton home of Tony Ingrao and Randy Kemper, for a wonderful evening of fun, food and cocktails, all benefiting God's Love We Deliver. This signature event supports one of New York City's most beloved charities, the only organization of its kind that cooks and home delivers nutritious meals to clients living with severe illnesses, their children and senior caregivers.
Photo Flash: Lampanelli, Bass, et al. at GLAAD Event!
GLAAD, together with FV Events, brings a Brazilian carnival-themed celebration to the middle of New York City, presented by Delta & ROKK Vodka. Over 600 guests will be on hand to support GLAAD's work to share culture-changing stories of the LGBT community with Americans. FV Events has also brought samba dancers, live percussion and carnival inspired performances.