PROJECT-GENESIS FUNDRAISER WESTHAMPTON BEACH, NY
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Project Genesis
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On September 22, supporters came to raise funds for Project-Genesis in Westhampton Beach, NY.
Project Genesis is a Jewish-Christian Learning Program founded by Rabbi Gadi.
This important organization is where Christians and Jews are invited to learn about the common roots of their faith and heritage, building bridges between the two communities. This process of learning is accomplished through interfaith lectures and pilgrimage experiences.
Rabbi Gadi is currently recording the first part of a documentary film at The Yemenite Heritage Museum in Rabbi Gadi’s hometown of Rehoboth, Israel, on September 9, 2024, 12:00 PM ET.
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WAVE
the new veterinary emergency hospital in the Hamptons.
August 10, 2024
COGNAC Interviewing DR. CINDY BRESSLER
COGNAC Interviewing Animal Advocate and American Journalist Jill Rappaport
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WAVE
the new veterinary emergency hospital in the Hamptons.
August 10, 2024
The Hamptons are known to offer a wealth of amenities, but in an era of pet abundance fueled by Covid, our residents visitors can’t go another summer without an all-night emergency vet hospital. We are proud to bring our talented team to Water Mill and look forward to becoming a part of the community that you can depend on when you and your best friend need it most.
Dr. Cindy Bressler, longtime Hamptons and New York City house-call veterinarian, will open the first-of-its-kind emergency all night veterinary hospital in the Hamptons in Summer of 2025.
“In all the years I have been a house-call vet here in the Hamptons, we have had to transport pets in dire situations at night to the closest emergency hospitals an hour or two away for full-scale treatment, and very often pets don’t make it in time,” said Dr. Bressler. “Opening this clinic will bring emergency care home, and with it, greater chances of survival.”
Dr. Bressler has provided on-call availability and emergency care for pet owners in the Hamptons since 2003, but often cannot cover all aspects of emergencies on her own. This endeavor will bring vital resources to a local site, allowing Dr. Bressler and her team to address emergency cases fully, and quickly to stabilize more specialized cases for transfers to larger emergency facilities when necessary. The hospital will be staffed with emergency doctors and ICU nurses. For Summer 2024, please visit our After Hours Night Clinic in Water Mill.
“In busy summer seasons, the lack of a local emergency hospital was often tragic and eliminating the need for patient transfers could have changed the entire story,” said Dr. Bressler. “Many more lives can be saved now.” The pandemic has further exacerbated this necessity. Dr. Bressler added, “The Hamptons are known to offer a wealth of amenities, but in an era of pet abundance fueled by Covid, our residents and visitors can’t go another summer without an immediate emergency night vet hospital.”
WAVE Center for Veterinary Emergencies will open its doors Summer 2025. The emergency team can be reached at 631-825-9283 or visit the After Hours Night Clinic page.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT https://www.wavehamptons.com/
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Sunset Soirée for Brain Cancer At Mulford Farms Easthampton, NY
Sunset Soirée for Brain Cancer At Mulford Farms Easthampton, NY
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Brain cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in children and the 10th cause of death in adults. Yet, in 2023, only 3% of all cancer funds went to brain and central nervous center cancers.
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Supporters gathered for a beautiful evening at the East Hampton Historical Society: Mulford Farm to support brain cancer research. Guests enjoyed the sunset, good company, and raised awareness for an important cause. Their presence maked a difference in the fight against brain cancer.
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The event included entertainment with DJ Martial, professional photography, complimentary bites, desserts, and cocktails. The event also showcased a range of engaging activations such as custom embroidery and art, all centered around the cause and mission. These fun, immersive experiences allowed attendees to engage with the organization's work on a more personal level, fostering a deeper connection to the cause and inspiring continued support. Furthermore, a captivating auction will feature exclusive and unforgettable experiences, providing guests with the chance to bid on extraordinary items while making a substantial impact on the fight against glioblastoma.
Auction link: https://givebutter.com/c/GFGsunsetsoiree/auction opens at 5PM and closes 9PM
The dress code for the evening can be best described as "Chic Summer Cocktail Attire." Their aim is to create an atmosphere of elegance while embracing the vibrant spirit of summer.
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The organization is proud to have the support of exclusive sponsors who have partnered with them for this event. Their generous contributions have made this gathering possible and further underscore their commitment to fighting glioblastoma. The Gray for Glioblastoma Society extends gratitude to our esteemed sponsors, including Art of Sucre, Baked by Melissa, Beambo, Bostwick's Catering, Brass and Burl, By Roads, Can-Tini, Drunk in Love, East Hampton Historical Society, Essie, For Your Party, Forbes Functions, Glioblastoma Research Organization, Hampton Protection Group, Hamptons Vacation Photography, Hannah Paints Events, Intelligent Change, Into the Woods, Liber and Co, Long Island Luxury Picnics, Lover Boy, Modern Picnic, Poppi, Roller Rabbit, RPZL, Sadie Bean Designs, Surf Dating, Swoon, The Bond Society, Vacation, Wildhouse Ink, Wolferr Wine and Vineyards for their invaluable support. And, of course, our press sponsors, Social Life Hamptons, Hamptons Social and Average Socialite.
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They would also like to acknowledge the host committee, including Ellie Thumann, Kate Snedeker, Randy D'Amico and John Boockvar and the event committee, Cameron Forbes, Alex Bushman, Claire Brodsky, Gayle Yelon and Barbara Eurpides for their contributions and dedication.
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The event was an evening of glamour, gratitude, and solidarity as we come together to make a difference and support the ongoing battle against brain cancer.
Gray for Glioblastoma Society is a registered non-profit organization and donations are tax deductible. Learn more about our projects at www.grayforglioblastoma.com
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19th Annual Hamptons Happening
Benefiting The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation
Honored Luminaries In Business, Fashion & Cuisine
More than 300 guests attended the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation’s 19th Annual Hamptons Happening, one of the Hamptons’ most prominent social events of the summer season. The event was held at the beautiful Bridgehampton estate of hosts Kenneth and Maria Fishel. More than $450,000 was raised and will be invested toward groundbreaking cancer research.
Participating Chefs in the 2023 Hamptons Happening with Event co-Chair, Mark D. Friedman
(photo credit: Lisa Tamburini)
Honorees Anna Zuckerman, Denise Albert, Scott Levine, Lori Levine, Chef Ralph Scamardella
(Photo credit: PMC / Jared Siskin)
More than 300 guests attended the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation’s 19th Annual Hamptons Happening, one of the Hamptons’ most prominent social events of the summer season. The event was held at the beautiful Bridgehampton estate of hosts Kenneth and Maria Fishel. More than $450,000 was raised and will be invested toward groundbreaking cancer research.
“Since its founding, SWCRF has invested more than $100 million towards collaborative cancer research,” said William T. Sullivan, SWCRF executive director. “This year, funds raised from the Hamptons Happening will support the launch of the SWCRF Mission Possible Research Program, a new project that will support six leading investigators this fall.”
The Mission Possible grants will fund projects to investigate new preventions and treatments for cancer designed to help us live longer, heathier lives with less risk of cancer as we age.
At the event, SWCRF presented Chef Ralph Scamardella, EVP and Chief Culinary Officer, Tao Group Hospitality, with this year’s Hospitality and Service Award, Lori and Scott Levine, co-founders of Scott’s Protein Balls, with the Outstanding Product Award, Denise Albert, CEO and co-founder of My Cancer Family, the Community Service Award, and Anna Zuckerman, Founder and Chief Designer at Anna Zuckerman is the 2023 recipient of the Fashion Cares Award.
Attendees at the beloved event enjoyed a night of delicious tastings from dozens of chefs, restaurants, and beverage companies (full list below) as well as were treated to a live auction facilitated by the event’s official auctioneer: Heritage Auctions.
Notable attendees included: Dr. Samuel Waxman, Marion Waxman, Chef Ralph Scamardella, Lori Levine, Scott Levine, Anna Zuckerman, Denise Albert, Ken Fishel, Maria Fishel, Bess Freedman, Mark D. Friedman, Jamie Koff, Bess Freedman, Bryan Griffin, Elena Gibbs, Erica Feinberg, Chris Wragge, Sarah Wragge, Bill Sullivan, Harry Carson, Jean Shafiroff and Pamela Morgan.
Gold Sponsor: Theodore A. Rapp Foundation
Bronze Sponsors: Jay W. Eisenhofer
VIP Sponsors: Ken & Maria Fishel, Bess Freedman, Brown Harris Stevens, Brown Harris Stevens-The Friedman-Rosenthal Team, Scott’s Protein Balls, Tao Group Hospitality, Anna Zuckerman
Supporting Sponsors: Eurostruct Inc., Fabric to Finish, My Cancer Family, Taub Family Companies, Palm Bay International, and Tito’s Vodka
Media Sponsors: Lawlor Media Group, Hamptons Magazine, and James Lane Post.
Official Transportation Sponsor: Tote Taxi
Step Up To Turn Cancer Off Sponsors: Crunch Gym, New Rez, Tradeweb, The Brown-Polloch Charitable Trust
Hamptons Happening event is chaired by Mark D. Friedman of Brown Harris Stevens and Jamie Koff, Fabric to Finish with co-chairs Bess Freedman and Bryan Griffin and Journal Chair Erica Fineberg.
The event committee included Alexandra Adame, Karen Amster-Young, Chris Arlotta, Arthur Backal, Antonella Bertello, Dawn Celovsky, Gina Conzo, Maxine Danowitz, Maria Fishel, Elena Gibbs, Nathalie Cohen Gould, Leslie Keidan, Dina Koutroumanis, Norah Lawlor, Jessica Mackin, Gennaro Pecchia, Christine Prydatko, and Randi Schatz.
The Hamptons Happening featured tastings included:
Tao Group Hospitality / Chef Ralph Scamardella, Lavo, Luchini Italian, 317 Main / Chef Eric Levine, A La Mode Ice Cream, Alidoro / Chef John Streep, Peter Ambrose, Arlotta Food Studio, Bellissima Prosecco & Wine by Christie Brinkley, Bero International, Centro Trattoria and Bar, Chef Harold Moore, Chef Francois Payard, Cagri Kanver of El Turco Hamptons, El Verano / Chef Julian Medina, FIELDTRIP / Chef JJ Johnson, Herradura Tequila, House of Saturn Café, Lemon Perfect, Magnolia Bakery, North Fork Craft Wines & Spirits, Crush Wine XP, Ovelia Psistaria / Chef Peter Giannakas, Scott’s Protein Balls, Spritz Society, T-Bar Steak & Lounge, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Tommy Bahama / Chef Wade Ganache, Woodford Reserve.
About the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF):
The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation is an international 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 more than $100 million to support the work of more than 200 researchers across the globe.
For more information, visit www.waxmancancer.org
PRESS CONTACT (SWCRF):
Norah Lawlor | Lawlor Media Group | www.lawlormediagroup.com
Norah@lawlormediagroup.com | Tel: (212) 967-6900
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The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center
Celebrates the 15th Annual Get Wild Benefit
As the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons continues to rehabilitate and successfully release animals back into the wild across Eastern Long Island, there was more to celebrate at the 15th Annual GET WILD Benefit. James Hunter and Fred W. Thiele, jr. were honored at this year's benefit. The event was hosted at the Sagaponack sculpture field and the event chairs for this year’s benefit were Ingrid Edelman, Jane Gill, Missy Hargraves and Jonathan McCann.
The emcee for the event was Joseph Shaw of the Express News Group.
Honoree Fred W. Thiele, jr. and the WRC’s Noelle Dunlop
(photo credit: R Cole for Rob Rich / Society Allure)
Honoring James Hunter and Fred W. Thiele, jr.
As the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons continues to rehabilitate and successfully release animals back into the wild across Eastern Long Island, there was more to celebrate at the 15th Annual GET WILD Benefit. James Hunter and Fred W. Thiele, jr. were honored at this year's benefit. The event was hosted at the Sagaponack sculpture field and the event chairs for this year’s benefit were Ingrid Edelman, Jane Gill, Missy Hargraves and Jonathan McCann. The emcee for the event was Joseph Shaw of the Express News Group.
Guests were treated to live music, cocktails, light fare, and a silent auction. All guests were welcomed to the cocktail party, which featured appearances by some of the non-releasable hawks and owls that the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center has rehabilitated and now reside at the Center. All proceeds benefited the native wildlife treated at their hospital.
Notable attendees included: Fred W. Thiele, jr., Jane Gill, Noelle Dunlop, Chris Strub, Missy Hargraves, Bruce Weber, Nan Bush, Jack Bishop, Maryann Marston, Brigid Fitzgerald, Jean Shafiroff, Ingrid Edelman, Sara Shala, Elton Ilirjani, Consuelo Vanderbilt, Pamela Morgan, Roger Sichel, Luisa Diaz, Julie Ratner, Soren White, MD.
Sponsors included:
Great Horned Owl Sponsors
Leslie L. Alexander Foundation, Max, Beau, Bubba, Elliot and Willow Colle, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Edelman, Linda Lambert, Penni Ludwig, Katherine Rayner, Andy Sabin Family Foundation, Lisa Baron Schenker and Gregg Schenker
Red Tailed Hawk Sponsors
Bespoke Transportation, Tracey Broxmeyer, Express News Group, Howard Marton, Linda and Russell Munson
Great Blue Heron Sponsor
Richard and Jane Brickell, Dorothy Lichtenstein, James and Margo Nederlander, Louise and Len Riggio, Ellen and Chuck Scarborough
Snowy Egret Sponsor
Christine and Randall Blank, Ron Delsener, Susan Dusenberry, Fiduciary Trust Company, Inc., Brigid Fitzgerald, Pat Garrity, The Corcoran Group, Debora Jacques, The Law Office of John J. Leonard, Maryann and Robert Marston, Jonathan W. McCann, Roberta J.M. Olson and Alexander B.V. Johnson, Christine Seddon-Grofik, Shinnecock Animal Hospital, Jean Shafiroff
Eastern Screech Owl Sponsors
Nan Bush and Bruce Weber Foundation, Martin Markowitz, Marina Neustadt, Rebecca Seltzer, Susan and Bill Siegel, Virginia Stowe, Kimberly Kleinbaum Tsesarsky, Dawn Zelinski, Grover and Debbie Pagano
With Special Thanks to Bespoke Transportation, Channing Daughters Winery, Charles Spitzner Nursery, Express News Group, Lawlor Media Group, Tito's Handmade Vodka, Westhampton Brewing Co, Wolffer Estates Winery
Photo Credits: R Cole for Rob Rich / Society Allure and David Warren /Sipa USA (Sipa via AP Images)
Photo Credit: R Cole for Rob Rich / Society Allure
About the Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center of The Hamptons:
The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center, Inc., Eastern Long Island's only wildlife hospital, is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation of wild animals impacted by human encroachment on their habitat. It is a grass-roots organization that began with a few concerned friends and has grown to include over 3,000 members and supporters. The center operates as a full-service professional wildlife hospital, with licensed rehabilitators, biologists, animal behaviorists, and volunteers on staff. More than 300 people have been trained to help with 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 located on a greenbelt of public land parcels that stretches from Tiana Bay to Peconic Bay on the eastern end of Long Island, New York. This ecosystem is one-of-a-kind and irreplaceable, with salt and freshwater wetlands, Pine Barrens, deciduous forest, and meadowland. As a result, it is an ideal location for a wildlife rehabilitation center. The hospital is intended solely for wild animals. There are no ambient noises or smells to stress the wildlife that is recovering within, unlike a veterinary hospital. Every year, the Wildlife Rescue Center receives over 10,000 calls for information or assistance regarding wild animal encounters. In addition, the center offers educational programs to local elementary and secondary schools. Local college students participate in cooperative education programs and internships. The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center has an annual operating budget of more than $650,000, almost entirely funded by generous donors. For more information, visit: www.wildliferescuecenter.org
PRESS CONTACT:
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Norah@lawlormediagroup.com | Tel: (212) 967-6900
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