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  Jean Shafiroff Dr. Robin Ganzert With Jean Shafiroff As the sun set over Dune Beach in Southampton, American Humane hosted a special clambake, Dogs on the Dunes, to honor the brave heroes on both ends of the leash. Highlighted by the beautiful summer sky, the sold-out event was a tremendous success with many invited guests bringing their own dogs which only added to the fun evening. Military working dogs, who so valiantly serve alongside our troops to keep them safe from IEDs and other dangers, are too often retired overseas and are not able to be brought home to the loving homes of their former handlers. American Humane stands first to serve to reunite Battle Buddies who have so bravely served our country, and who are really heroes on both ends of the leash. Dr. Robin Ganzert, American Humane’s president & CEO started things off talking about the significance of the event before introducing Philanthropist and American Humane Board member, Jean Shafiroff. Jean gave a speech annou

  Phil Greenwald HiWave now makes it easier than ever to stay connected. By placing their sticker on the back of your phone or wallet, you can exchange any of your contact information with just a tap. Whether you’re meeting someone at a business conference or making a new friend at a bar - just hold out your phone and let the other person tap your sticker. Your profile will open in their web browser.  The other person doesn’t need an app or sticker of their own! HiWave revamps the way you exchange information - whether you’re sharing your website and Instagram, or just your name and number. With a simple tap and a stylish sticker, HiWave is proving to be a game changer for real world connections - from business networking to meeting a friend at a bar.  HiWave lets you effortlessly stay in touch with the people you meet. And best of all? It’s free to individuals! While they charge corporate clients for custom stickers or large orders, getting and using a HiWave sticker is free for you.

  Michael Gelman And Laurie Gelman Best-selling author, Laurie Gelman, celebrated the release of her new book Yoga Pant Nation, at a private residence in Watermill, NY. Hosted by Laurie’s husband producer Michael Gelman and Ali Wentworth, family, celebrity friends, and supporters were in attendance to share in celebration of Laurie Gelman and her third installment of her Class Mom series. Ali Wentworth With Darcy Miller Notable attendees included: Laurie Gelman, Michael Gelman, Ali Wentworth, Kelly Ripa, Mark Consuelos, Bethenny Frankel, Finola Hughes, Katie Couric, Tamron Hall, Dylan Young, John Molner, Steve Hanson, Deana Hanson, Darcy Miller, Misha Gelman, Jamie Gelman, Richard Kind, Gregg Bello, Jessica Mulroney, Mireya D'Angelo, Joseph D'Angelo, Isaac Boots, Jeffrey Patrick O'brecht, Noah Tepperberg, Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, Serena Jones, Michael Crocitto, Maria Crocitto, Vicci Rose, Don Rose, and Marian Brown. Laurie Gelman With John Molner, Katie Couric & Michael

   Martin Shafiroff With Jean Shafiroff New York philanthropist, author, and TV host Jean Shafiroff, and her husband, vice chairman of wealth management and investment banking firm Stifel, Martin Shafiroff, hosted over 100 guests at their beautiful Southampton home at the launch reception for the Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s 63rd Summer Party, which will once again be a ‘host at home’ format. Among the many notable guests were: New York State Assembly Member, Rebecca A. Seawright, former executive director of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and creator of New York Fashion Week, Fern Mallis, Public Speaker, Philanthropist, LGBTQ+ Activist & Advocate, Judith Kasen-Windsor, Fashion Designer, Jill Stuart, and award-winning skincare entrepreneur, Peter Thomas Roth; Jean Shafiroff who serves of the board of the Southampton Hospital Foundation as well as seven other charitable organizations. Fern Mallis With Robert Zimmerman Other notable guests included: co-found

  Zang Toi With Jean Shafiroff And Malan Breton Spotted: Celebrity philanthropist Jean Shafiroff with Fashion Designers Malan Breton and Zang Toi at the Mark Hotel. The celebrity philanthropist was spotted being affectionately kissed by fashion designers, Malan Breton and Zang Toi outside The Mark Hotel in New York City on a hot night in mid-July. Reportedly, Jean Shafiroff was dining with Malan Breton when Zang Toi came by  with friend, Patrick Michael. Both fashion designers were in New York working on their Fall 2021 Fashion Shows.  Jean  Shafiroff was in New York for an interview for a new magazine cover feature to come out in Fall 2021.   The three good friends all managed to have a little fun moment together. Photo Courtesy Of Rose Billings

  New York City From Hunters Point South East River The past two days New York City has been hit by the smoke from the west coast fires. Wildfires that are burning out of control out west are now taking it's toll out on the whole country. The above photo is taken from Hunters Point South on New York's East River.

  A Is For Art Southampton is now home to A is for Art. Modern American artist and designer, Walter Sternlieb, has opened the Hampton's hottest new gallery, and it is part of the village’s strong legacy with backing of curated collaborations in the community. Located at 60 Jobs Lane, A is for Art brings to life the prolific vision of Walter, who is known out east as a respected designer, builder, woodworker, and master craftsman. Now his latest title as industrial artist will only further plant his applaudable achievements. His charismatic work on display was brought forth by ingenuity and creativity. “I woke up one morning with this idea of a 3-dimensional flag, made a prototype of it, then built it, painted it and hung it,” states Walter. The specific vision of the then novice artist led to a series that includes his iconic pieces “The Staircase,” and “5 Hearts.” Eventually he established a professional portfolio that was so large it took up all of his wall space in his home wher

  Malan Breton With Jean Shafiroff And Ramona Singer Rita Cosby And Tomaczek Bednarek  Philanthropist and author Jean Shafiroff hosted her Annual Bastille Day Luncheon at the upscale, stylish, art-adorned restaurant Michael’s New York. The distinguished guests enjoyed a specialty menu in the private dining room that was decorated with French flags in honor of Bastille Day. Notable attendees included: Jean Shafiroff, Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, NYS Assemblywoman Rebecca Seawright, Malan Breton, Ramona Singer, Zang Toi, Hunt Slonem, Susan B. Taylor, Rita Cobsy, Dr. Penny Grant, Susan Gutfreund, Nicole Noonan, Flo Anthony, Lee Fryd, Ann Van Ness, Randi Schatz, Christopher Cameron, Lucia Hwong Gordon, Marilyn Crawford, Jonathan Marder, Ernest Schmatola, Marilyn Kirschner, Laurel Marcus, Matt Rich, Paola Rosenshein, Peter Thomas Roth, Patricia Shiah, Maria Fishel, Lieba Nesis, Couri Hay, Carole Belladora, David Hochberg, Cheri Kaufman, Alisa Roever, Victoria Wyman, Roy Kean, and Tony Bowl

  Jean Shafiroff Dr. Samuel Waxman With Marion Waxman, Maria Fishel, Kenneth Fishel And Bradley Fishel The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation’s (SWCRF) was proud to hold the return of the one of the biggest charity events of the summer, The Hamptons Happening! The 17th annual event was a celebration of health and wellness, and the culmination of The Global Walk to Flatten the Cancer Curve with SWCRF partner, Walk with a Doc. Event committee member Maria Fishel and Kenneth Fishel hosted the ticketed fundraiser on their estate in Bridgehampton.   This year’s honorees included HUGO BOSS, Fashion Inc represented by Rodolfo Esparza III; Dr. Kenneth Mark, Skin Cancer & Cosmetic Dermatology Expert; Natalie Cohen Gould, Co-founder of Come Back Cycle, Dir. of Wholesale, FP Movement; and Chef and Restaurateur David Burke, David Burke Hospitality Management. The event was co-chaired by Mark D. Friedman of Brown Harris Stevens, Jessica Mackin of James Lane Post, and Randi Schatz. SWCRF f

  Jean Shafiroff  American Humane, the nation’s first national humane organization, today announced that their Feed the Hungry COVID-19 fund reached its goal of raising $1 million to feed a million animals in need. The program was launched to feed and care for animals across the country who were abandoned during the coronavirus crisis. Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff, who is an American Humane board member, has been the national spokesperson for the Feed the Hungry campaign and has hosted several fundraisers since its launch. While helping raise funds, Jean also donated generously to the cause and has appeared on national television programs numerous times for interviews promoting the campaign. “Hundreds of thousands of animals face abuse, neglect and homelessness in the face of crises and natural disasters,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane. “When the deadly coronavirus pandemic hit, and threatened the lives of both people and animals, American Humane sprang

  Thomas J. Henry And Mario "El Azteca" Barrios Gervonta “Tank” Davis, one of the biggest stars in all of boxing, put on a career-defining performance on SHOWTIME PPV from the sold-out, award-winning State Farm Arena in Atlanta, scoring a scintillating 11th round TKO over the previously undefeated Mario “El Azteca”Barrios to capture the WBA Super Lightweight Championship in the action-packed Premier Boxing Champions event. Watch the stoppage HERE . The main event was Barrios’ first fight under his partnership and sponsorship with Texas personal injury attorney and Philanthropist, Thomas J. Henry.  The glitz and glamour of Las Vegas was brought to Atlanta for the championship boxing match between Gervonta 'Tank' Davis and Mario 'El Azteca' Barrios. International Boxing Hall of Famer and promoter Floyd Mayweather adorned massive chains around his neck likely worth millions while coaching his protégé Davis from the side of the ring to ultimate victory. Thomas J.

  Laurie Gelman The hilarious and irreverent Jen Dixon is class mom—again—in YOGA PANT NATION (Henry Holt and Company; 978-1-2507-7757-7; July 13, 2021; $26.99; Hardcover) by Laurie Gelman. And Jen’s final year as class mom is a breeze until the PTA president asks her to champion the school's annual fundraiser, a notoriously challenging job which, as we know, is right up Jen's alley. It's pretty much mayhem as Jen deals with a temperamental fundraising committee, the Hindenburg of bake sales, and countless other natural and unnatural disasters that deter her from reaching her goal of raising $10,000. She is also dealing with her ten-year-old son Max, who may or may not be a fifth-grade bully.  But outside of William Taft Elementary, Jen’s life is good, even if she and her daughter Vivs don’t see eye-to-eye on the whole parenting thing. She’s a grandma for the first time to two-year-old Maude who is, by Jen’s description, “delightful and delicious.” And she’s taking her love

  A Dish By Danilo Galati The dream of a private chef cooking for you in the privacy of your home is now a reality with Chef Omakase. The​ revolutionary​ company has launched this month and ​has redefined the home lunch and dinner party with personal chefs preparing meals in the intimacy of your own kitchen. Chef Omakase creates a fantastic culinary experience that diminishes the perception of a private chef only being attainable by the ultra-wealthy. The smooth and streamlined process is easily accessible and as simple as ordering a taxi or a vacation rental. This affordable luxury service is the brainchild of Keiko Aoki, widow of Rocky Aoki. From the legacy of the Benihana restaurant dynasty comes a new concept in dining that creates the ultimate​ luxury​ lifestyle for all. Keiko’s experience during the pandemic in New York City led her to conceptualize the digital platform that enables customers to experience a meal prepared by a private chef in your own home simply by choosing the

  Jean Shafiroff With Rebecca A. Seawright   The new Southampton African American Museum (SAAM) held a VIP reception and ribbon cutting to celebrate their historic opening. After sixteen years of planning, the transformed barbershop to Museum opened its doors for a community cultural experience highlighting incredible journeys of black people along unchartered paths from Virginia and the Carolinas north to Southampton, NY. Prior to the event, philanthropist, donor and volunteer fundraiser for the museum, Jean Shafiroff, donated $10,000 and raised another $20,000. The funds Jean helped secure is more than a third of their budget of $85,000 to run the museum on an annual basis. During her speech at the grand opening, she encouraged people to open their wallets and their hearts to contribute to the fundraising efforts which they graciously did. Brenda Stuart-Luke With Brenda Simmons And Jean Shafiroff Mr. Emanuel Seymore was one of the people involved in the renowned “Great Migration,” th

   Donald Hershman And George Wayne Artist Don Hershman celebrated the finale of his latest collection of original pieces, as part of a retrospective series inspired by the late Victor Arimondi.  In the show, Donald and Victor: Under The Influence, the inventive artist embodied his visceral need to pursue interests and creative expressions as he paid a loving tribute to his former partner who succumbed to AIDS in 2001. Hershman’s paintings recognizes the unique attributes of Arimondi’s work, featuring a display that is compassionate and reflective of our modern times. The exhibit can still be viewed until Sunday, June 27th, 2021. A feature film chronicling Don & Victor’s relationship, with a screenplay written by Don, is titled SHOOT ME BEAUTIFUL and is currently in preproduction. George Rush serves as executive producer. Gigi Salomon With Erika Kaiser The closing reception took place at Salomon Arts Gallery in Tribeca. Notable attendees included: Artist Don Hershman, Gallery owne