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  27th Annual Old Bags Luncheon The 27th Annual Old Bags Luncheon® launched with a luncheon for the event Committee was held by the organization at Renato’s in Palm Beach to benefit the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County. Notable Attendees at the Committee luncheon included: 2026 Chairs Lora Drasner and Marzia Precoda, as well as  Kristen Baran, Nancy Bush, Valerie Cooper, Beth Fishel, Robin Fleming, Nancy Haviland, Michelle Russell Johnson, Nikki Kahn, Sally Kimball, Ruchi Kotahwala, Todd L’Herrou, Lyndsey McMillan, Amy Morris, Cameron Neth, Theo Pace, Barbara Pendrill, Johanna Pomasan, Diane Retzer, Mia Rowe, Stephanie Schwed, Anne Speiser, Sonja Stevens, Karen Swanson, Gail Worth, and Joan Yanow. The signature fundraiser of the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, The Old Bags Luncheon®, next planned for Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, at The Breakers Palm Beach.   Those interested in donating a new or slightly used authentic designer handbag c...

  Theodora Pace And Barbara Pendrill Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County transported guests to the vibrant streets of Havana at its sold-out “Havana Nights” fundraising event at the historic Palm House in Palm Beach. The Cuban-inspired evening blended Latin flair, cocktails under the palms and high-energy entertainment with a powerful mission to expand access to mental-health care for vulnerable children, families and individuals across the region.   Guests gathered poolside for cocktails and hors d’oeuvres before moving indoors, where lively Latin beats set the tone for gourmet Cuban-inspired food stations, a cigar-rolling station, an immersive rum-tasting experience by West Palm Beach’s own Revenge Rum, and a spirited live auction. The setting at Palm House, with its Old-World glamour and tropical ambiance, offered an ideal backdrop for an evening that celebrated both Cuban culture and Palm Beach style.   CFS Board The event was co-chaired by social phi...

  Ellen Scarorough And Chuck Scarborough @ Arf Hamptons This in Giving Tuesday on December 2nd, 2025, a coalition of leading nonprofits across New York and Palm Beach invites the public to participate in the global movement inspiring generosity and transforming lives. Whether rescuing animals, protecting wildlife, empowering women and families, supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, or advancing world-changing medical research, these charities offer powerful, trusted ways for donors to make a meaningful impact. This year’s featured organizations include Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation, Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons, NYC Second Chance Rescue, ARF Hamptons, Animal Ashram, Brady Hunter Foundation, Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, ACE Programs for the Homeless, the Prostate Cancer Foundation, and the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation, a leader in groundbreaking cancer prevention and treatment research. Saving Animals and Protecting Wildl...

  Diana Mahrach Jean Shafiroff A runway presentation by Diana Mahrach Couture, showcased the latest in haute couture craftsmanship as she debuted her SS2026 Womenswear and Menswear collections in New York City during New York Fashion Week. The event also benefitted The Centre for Family Services Palm Beach County (CFS), known for their signature annual fundraiser, The Old Bags Luncheon. This event underscored the synergy between fashion and art, illustrating how each element enriches the others. Diana Mahrach Couture seeks to elevate the conversation around couture by infusing classic techniques with contemporary aesthetics.   Before the fashion runway show Attendees enjoyed cocktails from BIATCH® Tequila.  In addition, the recently released fragrance by Diana Mahrach was available at the show.   Leesa Rowland Notable attendees included: Diana Mahrach, Prince Mario Max, Charlii Sebunya, Luisa Diaz, Jean Shafiroff, and Leesa Rowland.  Show Production @fashio...

  Old Bags Luncheon 2025 Event Committee The 26th Annual Old Bags Luncheon launched with a luncheon for the event Committee held by the organization at Renato’s in Palm Beach to benefit the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County.  Notable Attendees at the Committee luncheon included: Todd L’Herrou, Ellen Vaughan, Sonja Stevens, Joan Yanow, Nancy Bush, Audrey Gruss, Mia Rowe, Nikki Kahn, Nicole DiCocco, Karen Swanson, Michelle Russell Johnson, Barbara Pendrill, Stephanie Schwed, Theo Pace, Jada Loveless, Alyssa Quinlan, Danielle Rollins, Diane Retzer, Donna Feldman, Chrissy Oakes, Michelle Gluckow, Sally Kimball, Nancy Haviland, Rebecca Kirsch, Elizabeth Marshman, Cecy Martinez, Beth Fishel, Aileen Carlucci, Gail Worth, Allison Nicklaus, Barbara Gilbert and Marissa Murphy. The signature fundraiser of the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, The Old Bags Luncheon, next planned for Wednesday, February 19th, 2025, at The Breakers Palm Beach.  Those intere...

  Jean Shafiroff Martha Stewart With Tommy Hilfiger & Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger The Center for Family Services Palm Beach County held their signature fundraiser, The Old Bags Luncheon at The Breakers Palm Beach.  This year honored 25 years of the beloved event that will celebrate a Silver Jubilee in grand style.  Among the honorees at this year’s luncheon was Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger with a keynote speech by Martha Stewart.   Liz Quirates Sarah Wragge With Claire Florence Kathryn Vecellio With Maria Unanue Notable attendees included: Martha Stewart, Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger, Tommy Hilfiger, Liz Quirantes (Emcee, CBS 12), Todd L’Herrou, Ellen Vaughan, Kimberly Guilfoyle, Ramona Singer, Jean Shafiroff, Fernando Wong, Robin Gillen, Tim Johnson, Robin Gillen and Tim Johnson (Event Chairs), Diane Smith and Tammy Pompea (Honorary Chairs), Alyssa D. Quinlan (CEO, Freeman’s Hindman Auction), Karen Swanson, Sonja Stevens, Arlette Gordon, Lois Pope, Kathryn Vecellio, Marie Unanue,...

  Diane Smith With Tammy Pompea Camille Murphy With Penny Murphy & Marissa Murphy Adriaanse The 25th Annual Old Bags Luncheon launched with the organization’s official purse drive at Pioneer Linens who hosted a special affair at their iconic store to benefit the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County.  Pioneer Linens is a fourth-generation family-owned business that has been around since 1912. The prominent store continues to offer the largest selection of current fashion in high-end linens and is a repository of information about lifelong quality in luxury goods. The 8,000 square foot showroom in the West Palm Beach area will provide a luxurious setting for the affair at 210 Clematis Street. Marissa Adriaanse’s family has been a proud owner of the shop for over 100 years and serves as one of the Agency’s Junior Co-Chairs of the Old Bags Luncheon.    Morgan Miller With Sherry Farrell The festive party showcased wine and tea along with valet parking. An a...

  Jean Shafiroff With Malan Breton Rebecca Seawright With Jean Shafiroff Suzanne Amini With Lucia Hwong Gordon, Jean Shafiroff, Janna Bullock & Cynthia Ott Philanthropist and author, Jean Shafiroff held a special ‘Silver and Gold’ cocktail reception in Manhattan to celebrate fashion designer and goodwill ambassador, Malan Breton. The reception also raised funds to benefit the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, Inc. The Center provides mental health services to individuals and families in Palm Beach County who would otherwise be unable to afford the help they so desperately need.  In addition, The Center hosts the Old Bags Luncheon which will take place on Wednesday, February 21st, 2024 at The Breakers Palm Beach. The events boasts an extraordinary silent auction offering a variety of new or gently used authentic designer handbags, a beautiful lunch in one of the Breakers’ oceanfront ballrooms and a celebrity speaker.    Jean Shafiroff With Consuelo ...

Center For Family Services Of Palm Beach County On Your Tube    The 25th Annual Old Bags Luncheon will kick off with the organization’s official purse drive on Thursday, December 14th, 2023. Pioneer Linens is hosting the special affair from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at their iconic store where a generous 10 percent of sales will benefit the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County.  Pioneer Linens is a fourth-generation family-owned business that has been around since 1912. The prominent store continues to offer the largest selection of current fashion in high-end linens and is a repository of information about lifelong quality in luxury goods. The 8,000 square foot showroom in the West Palm Beach area will provide a luxurious setting for the affair at 210 Clematis Street. Marissa Adriaanse’s family has been a proud owner of the shop for over 100 years and serves as one of the Agency’s Junior Co-Chairs of the Old Bags Luncheon.  A festive party will showcase win...