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  Rosanna Scotto And Lou Ruggiero Eric Moran With Victoria Moran-Furman, Larry Scott, Iris Katz, Saul Katz And Dr. John D'Angelo Northwell Health raised more than $650,000 at the eighth annual Summer Hamptons Evening. Since its inception, the event has raised nearly $7 million to support the Katz Institute for Women’s Health and the communities Northwell serves.  More than 300 supporters attended the event on August 8th, held at the Water Mill, NY residence of Victoria Moran-Furman, who co-hosted with Iris and Saul Katz, the benefactors of Northwell’s Katz Institute, Eric Moran and celebrity event planner Larry Scott of Lawrence Scott Events. Rosanna Scotto, cohost of Fox 5’s “Good Day New York,” served as emcee.     The Katz Institute for Women’s Health is driven by the Katzes’ vision that women at every life stage should receive access to the best individualized care and resources. The Institute has created the only dedicated network of more than 1,100 experts...

  Alberto & Nic Alberto Luzzi brought the artistry of Italian jewelry-making and the contemporary energy of New York to the 2026 Hamptons Jewelry Show, which took place at the Southampton Fairgrounds. The SoHo-based jewelry house marked its participation with a VIP reception at its exhibition space during the show’s opening-night preview welcoming collectors, clients, media representatives and invited guests. The evening provided an opportunity to meet designer Alberto Luzzi, view the brand’s latest creations and discover the detailed craftsmanship behind its distinctive jewelry. With roots in Rome and New York, Alberto Luzzi is known for expressive, handcrafted designs that balance traditional technique with a relaxed, modern sensibility. The brand’s earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings are created in sterling silver and 18-karat gold vermeil, with collections characterized by sculptural silhouettes, intricate metalwork, woven wire, filigree detailing and carefully finishe...

  NYC Second Chance Rescue NYC Second Chance Rescue will host its 5th Annual Concert for a Cause on Friday, August 21st, 2026, at a private estate in Bridgehampton. This year, the organization will honor legendary entrepreneur, philanthropist, and longtime animal advocate John Paul DeJoria while celebrating the world introduction of Pawpoint. Headlining the evening will be Grammy Award-winning artist Ashanti and platinum-selling artist Fabolous, with an opening performance by Celina Savage. Founded in 2009, by Jennifer Brooks and Lisa Blanco, NYC Second Chance Rescue has rescued more than 17,000 homeless, abused, neglected, and critically injured dogs and cats. The organization is dedicated to helping the animals that need it most, including critically injured and medically complex cases, senior and hospice animals, large-breed dogs, and vulnerable cats. “It is an honor to be recognized by NYC Second Chance Rescue. Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to animals are truly i...

Bill Ritter With Bill O'Reilly  Following the recent success of the 38th Annual Geraldo Rivera Golf Classic, Life’s WORC continues its summer fundraising season with its Annual Hamptons Summer Soirée, hosted by award-winning journalist Geraldo Rivera and Life’s WORC Founder Victoria Schneps. The afternoon benefit brought together leaders from media, business and philanthropy in support of Life’s WORC’s mission to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through residential services, education, employment opportunities and family support programs. Held at Victoria Schneps’ Hamptons home, the Summer Soirée has become one of the organization’s signature annual fundraising events, celebrating both the remarkable progress achieved over more than five decades and the work that continues every day throughout New York. Guests enjoyed an afternoon dedicated to philanthropy while helping ensure Life’s WORC can expand programs that foster independence, opportunity ...

  Todd English With Ramona Singer, Honor Brodie And Bradford Rand Executive Producer Bradford Rand and his team at RAND Luxury celebrated its 20th anniversary by producing its largest event in the Hamptons: the 2026 Hamptons Concours d’Elegance. This annual event sold out in advance again bringing together automotive enthusiasts, collectors, celebrities and luxury lifestyle brands.  Held at the private Bridgehampton estate of Kenneth and Maria Fishel, more than $100 million in collector automobiles, luxury experiences and charitable fundraising combined for one of the East End’s signature summer events. Adding celebrity flair to the afternoon, author and cultural commentator Candace Bushnell presented the Sexiest Car Award, celebrity chef Todd English presented the English Award, and television personality Ramona Singer presented the Forever Fabulous Award, recognizing standout automobiles showcased throughout the concours. The Diamond Award was presented by Michael Patrizio, ...

  Maria Fishel Kenneth and Maria Fishel welcomed supporters of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County to their Bridgehampton home on Friday evening for an elegant summer soirée celebrating one of Florida’s preservation organizations while bringing together philanthropy, history and exceptional craftsmanship in the heart of the Hamptons. Set against the beautifully landscaped grounds of the Fishels’ private estate, the evening drew philanthropists, collectors, community leaders and longtime supporters of the Palm Beach Historical Society for a gathering that reflected the enduring connection between Palm Beach and the Hamptons. Two communities united by an appreciation for architectural heritage, cultural preservation and gracious entertaining.   Jean Shafiroff A highlight of the evening was an exclusive presentation by Graff, one of the world’s most celebrated high jewelry houses. As a principal sponsor of the soirée, Graff transformed part of the residence into an intima...

  Henry Buhl Richard O'Connor With Gail Martin And Jim Martin Southampton’s summer social calendar welcomed one of its most meaningful philanthropic gatherings on Saturday as community leaders, longtime supporters and Hamptons residents came together at Whitefield on Hill Street for the ACE Sunflower Benefit, an evening dedicated to raising awareness and support for ACE Programs for the Homeless while recognizing the decades-long commitment of philanthropist Henry Buhl.  The day opened with a lively pickleball tournament before guests gathered for cocktails, dinner and live music in the historic setting, creating an atmosphere that balanced summer celebration with a shared commitment to helping New Yorkers rebuild their lives through meaningful employment, job training and ongoing support services. Throughout the evening, the focus remained firmly on ACE’s mission of creating pathways toward long-term economic independence for individuals who have experienced homelessness, inc...

  Alberto Luzzi 1.1 Ricami 18k Gold Vermeil Wide-Cuff Bracelet Alberto Luzzi will bring the artistry of Italian jewelry-making and the contemporary energy of New York to the 2026 Hamptons Jewelry Show, taking place through Sunday, July 26th, at the Southampton Fairgrounds. The SoHo-based jewelry house will mark its participation by welcoming collectors, clients, media representatives and invited guests to a VIP reception at its exhibition space during the show’s opening-night preview on Thursday, July 23rd, 2026. The evening will offer guests an opportunity to meet designer Alberto Luzzi, view the brand’s latest creations and discover the detailed craftsmanship behind its distinctive jewelry. With roots in Rome and New York, Alberto Luzzi is known for expressive, handcrafted designs that balance traditional technique with a relaxed, modern sensibility. The brand’s earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings are created in sterling silver and 18-karat gold vermeil, with collections cha...

  Hamptons Summer Songbook By The Sea Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea, the live concert series bringing leading Broadway, cabaret and American Songbook performers to the East End, continues its third season with Eric Yves Garcia and Maria Abous performing “Beyond Blue Moon — And Before the Broken Hart” at LTV Studios in Wainscott on Saturday, July 25th, 2026, at 7:30pm. Produced and hosted by David Alpern, the evening explores the wit, ache and sophistication of lyricist Lorenz “Larry” Hart, whose partnership with composer Richard Rodgers produced more than 500 songs and helped define the sound of American popular music. The program takes inspiration from “Blue Moon,” the “tart, sad screen tale of a famous musical divorce and the broken Hart behind it,” while filling the musical space around the title song with Rodgers and Hart treasures.   Garcia and Abous will bring audiences into the world of Rodgers and Hart with beloved standards including “Falling in Love with L...

  Brenda Gonzalez Brenda Simmons With Tiana Grampus The Southampton African American Museum (SAAM), brought culture, community and philanthropy together for its annual Bubbles & Bloom Brunch at the Southampton Inn. The museum’s signature summer fundraiser welcomed supporters, artists, philanthropists and cultural leaders for an elegant afternoon celebrating African American history, art and creativity. The floral-inspired gathering featured brunch and champagne, live entertainment, an interactive Bloom Bar, an awards ceremony, a curated auction and VIP gift bags. Guests were invited to embrace the event’s theme by wearing floral-inspired attire or incorporating flowers into their summer looks. Inside the Southampton Inn, the Bloom Bar gave attendees an opportunity to create personalized floral arrangements as keepsakes from the afternoon. Brenda Simmons, co-founder, president and CEO of the Southampton African American Museum, welcomed guests and spoke about the importance of s...

  Billy McCulloh With MaryAnn Giella McCulloh Donna Rubin One Art Space was a featured exhibit at the 2026 Hamptons Fine Art Fair, with a curated presentation led by internationally recognized artist Shepard Fairey, whose art recently graced the cover of Time Magazine, and featuring works by Al Diaz and Chuck Connelly at the Southampton Fairgrounds. The fair, one of the major art events in the Hamptons summer calendar, brought together galleries, collectors and artists for four days of modern and contemporary art in Southampton – and resulted in the sales of nearly all of the works on display at the Gallery’s booth and sold out of all of the Shepard Fairey. Curated by One Art Space’s MaryAnn Giella McCulloh, the presentation framed three artists through the powerful language of street art and urban visual culture: Fairey as the future-facing force, Diaz as the living present and Connelly as a vital bridge to the expressive past. Together, the works created a conversation about how ...

  Jill Zarin   Andy Sabin Angela LaGreca The South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center, known as SOFO, held its 37th Annual Summer Gala Benefit at the museum in Bridgehampton, themed “Celebrate the Power of Our Natural World: Protecting Our Planet’s Living Waters & Lands.” The gala supported the South Fork Natural History Museum and Nature Center‘s environmental education, museum programming, conservation initiatives and community outreach, bringing together conservation leaders, philanthropists, civic supporters and Hamptons guests for one of the East End’s signature summer benefits. The 2026 honorees included Fabien Cousteau, renowned aquanaut, ocean conservationist and documentary filmmaker; Bernadette Castro, esteemed civic leader and environmental advocate; Louise and Stephen Pesce, devoted supporters of conservation and community initiatives; and Jean Shafiroff, advocate, philanthropist and humanitarian.   Bradford Rand Fabien Cousteau The evening bega...