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  Jean Shafiroff With Alvise Casellati   Jean Shafiroff And Martin Shafiroff   Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist, television host, and author of Successful Philanthropy: How to Make A Life By What You Give, hosted a reception at her Manhattan home with husband Martin Shafiroff in honor of Opera Italiana Is In the Air and Maestro Alvise Casellati following his Central Park performance attended by thousands of first-time listeners and fans of Opera.  Opera Italiana is in the Air, a Cultural initiative led by renowned conductor, Founder and Music Director Alvise Casellati hosted an outdoor concert at the Naumberg Bandshell in New York City’s Central Park.  This special event was offered free to the public with NBC News Entertainment Correspondent, Chloe Melas acting as the Master of Ceremonies and was attended by thousands keen to hear this special Opera performance.   Lauren Roberts With Ann Ligouri The program for this special evening began with Giuseppe Verdi’...

  Jean And Martin Shafiroff Jean & Martin Shafiroff entertained nearly 150 people at their exquisite home in Southampton, New York to celebrate the launch of the fundraising season of the Southampton Hospital Foundation (SHF).  Philanthropists, socialites, medical leaders and friends joined Jean, who is a trustee for SHF, and Martin for delicious canapés and cocktails, and music by Alex Donner. Julia McCormack, Southampton Hospital Foundation President and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (SBSH) Chief Development Officer, and Emily Mastaler, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Chief Administrative Officer and Southampton Hospital Association President, and her husband, Jon McAuliffe, were joined by Southampton Hospital Association board members including chair Jim Forbes and wife Hollis, treasurer John Wambold and his wife Melanie, and directors, J. Oscar Molina and his wife, Ana Harsanyi, Dr. Florence Rolston, and Allison Morrow. Summer Party co-chairs Sarah Wetenhall and El...

  Ann Liguori  Leesa Rowland  Sports media maven, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Ann Liguori celebrated the release of her new book, “Life on the Green: Lessons and Wisdom from Legends of Golf” at Canoe Place in Hampton Bays with friends and well-wishers. The radio and TV personality, who is a leading authority in both sports and business, continues to showcase her diverse talents and skills with her latest book published by Hatherleigh Press.  The sequel to her 2007 book, “A Passion for Golf, Celebrity Musings about the Game,' Life on the Green” contains all-new interviews conducted by Ann with a dozen of legends of Golf including Amy Alcott, Ben Crenshaw, Padraig Harrington, Bernhard Langer, Nancy Lopez, Jack Nicklaus, Dottie Pepper, Gary Player, Renee Powell, Annika Sorenstam, Jan Stephenson and Tom Watson.   Joe Kundrat With Nancy Stone, Therese Flaherty & Greg D'Elia Daniel Liguori Available in multiple formats (ISBN: 1578269784), further details of L...

  Elton Ilirjani With Jean Shafiroff Samuel Waxman With Rachelle Cohen, Marion Waxman & Barney Cohen The 10th Annual Waxman Luncheon, benefiting the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), took place in New York City at a new venue, Riverpark. The fundraising event featured a live, thrilling fashion show by legendary designer, Josie Natori, showcasing the Spring 2024 collection. This year’s honoree was Barney Cohen, Managing Director and Wealth Partner at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management, was recognized for his commitment to supporting collaborative cancer research.   More than 150 guests attended the affair and helped raise nearly $175,000 to support crucial SWCRF initiatives such as the International Network on Aging and Cancer and the Women's Cancer Research Program.    Ann Liguori Erica Fineberg With Marion Waxman & Jani Gerard In addition to the fashion presentation, guests were treated to an exciting live auction and had the opportunity to win a ...

  Frederick Main With Jean Shafiroff, Mahmood Qannati & Joan Jedell Jean Shafiroff With Mahmood Qannati Qannati, the first luxury brand based in Paris, France and the Kingdom of Bahrain, held an exclusive VIP reception hosted by Hampton Sheet magazine Publisher and Editor-in-Chief, Joan Jedell with cover star Jean Shafiroff at Blu Mar in Southampton, NY.  The well-heeled guests were able to see the one-of-a-kind precious wearable art high-jewelry collection “Mirages on Your Wrist” – a collection of wondrous Objets d’art created by Founder and CEO, Mahmood Qannati and designed by Artistic Director Frédéric Mané each priced between $85,000 and $195,000.    Consuelo Vanderbilt Bruce Blakeman & Segal Blakeman A special opera performance by singer Massimiliano Cims added to the ambience at the outdoor space in the heart of the village of Southampton while guests experienced the unique wearable art objects created by Qannati.    Ann Liguori With Scott Val...

  Jean Shafiroff With Beth Stern Matt Meeker With Jean Shafiroff & Jon Ledecky The Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s 14th Annual Unconditional Love Gala returned to the Hamptons and took place at The Muses in Southampton, NY. The grand soiree was among the highlights so far of this summer season out east. Chaired by Jean Shafiroff, the event honored Jon Ledecky, Co-owner, New York Islanders and Matt Meeker, co-founder and CEO, BARK.  The Honorary Chair was Georgina Bloomberg.   Elton Ilirjani Elena Gibbs With Nicole Tumilowicz And Morgan Oliveira The fun-filled gala featured cocktails and a seated dinner, as well as dancing after a live and silent auction which helped raise much-needed funds for the animals. Live auction items included courtside seats at the US Open, a night in the NY Islanders Owners Suite, Vacation stays in Sun Valley, Tuscany, A Dinner Party meal cooked by Chef Rocco DiSpirito, and a one-year golf membership with Dormie Network.    ...

  Jean Shafiroff Guests were invited to the Southampton Cultural Center for a special VIP Reception at ARTACOM Southampton with Art Bodega Cover Star, Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff, who is the gala chair for the Ellen Hermanson Foundation Annual Gala this Summer. The ARTACOM Southampton exhibition, which runs until the end of August 2023, highlights the work of over 30 artists. Visionary artist Roger Sichel oversees an exciting showcase of arts where visitors can experience digital, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality displays alongside paintings, sculpture, performance arts and live art all summer long.   Ann Liguori With Scott Vallary Laurie Gelman With Michael Gelman, Bob Golden & Kathy Green Notable attendees included: Roger Sichel, Ilene Sichel, Jean Shafiroff, Julie Ratner, Ron Burkhardt, Fern Mallis, Laurie Gelman, Michael Gelman, Bob Golden, Kathy Green, Julie O’Brien, Bill Boggs, Ali Mitchell, Elizabeth Andreassen, Katherine Andreassen, Ana Maria Osorio, Elton Ilir...

  Maria Fishel And Kenneth Fishel Bradford Rand and his team at the world-renowned events company RAND Luxury produced a private charity brunch & concours in collaboration with Ferrari of Long Island. The exclusive, Invitation-Only concours was Sold Out weeks in advance and was hosted at the private Bridgehampton estate of Kenneth & Maria Fishel. The Event benefitted The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), which is dedicated to finding cures for cancer, and the Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation (SASF). The annual event showcased one of the largest gatherings of collectible spectacular vintage and new Ferrari Motorcars the Hamptons has ever seen and the collection of vehicles present was estimated in value over $50 Million. A series of automotive connoisseurs and celebrity judges reviewed nearly 70 handmade Italian masterpieces in the concours led by Chief Judge Glenn Simon. In addition, The Hamptons Concours also featured new vehicles from luxury brands Including ...

  Jean Shafiroff Author, TV host, philanthropist, and cover star Jean Shafiroff hosted a holiday and cover party celebrating the release of Elysian Magazine at Jean’s private residence in Southampton, NY. Supporters and friends shared in the celebration of Jean Shafiroff who in the Elysian Magazine cover story discussed the importance of philanthropy, being a leader in the art of giving, her background, and family life. Magazine supporters included Sheri Howell with MedJet, Artist Rhonda Leonard, and real estate developer Brian Leonard.  Jean Shafiroff & Karen Floyd Aaron Paul Jean Shafiroff With Elizabeth Shafiroff   Ann Liguori Notable attendees included: Jean Shafiroff, Karen Floyd, Ruth Sherlock, Cathy Bissell, Martin Shafiroff, Fern Mallis, Cherrie Illidge, Beatrice Sibblies, Aisha Christian, Brenda Simmons, Dan Gasby, Tisha Collette, Beau Hulse, Patricia Hulse, Pop star Aaron Paul, Elizabeth Shafiroff, Hailey Hudson, NYS Assembly Woman Rebecca Seawright, Sheri H...