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  Jean Shafiroff With Flo Anthony Michael Spinks And Flo Anthony Spinks Veteran entertainment insider Flo Anthony has passed away from cancer late on Wednesday August 5th. She was 74.  Flo and I go back many many years. In the 80's and 90's I used to give her many items when she was with NY Post Page Six. We used to do many Television shows together Including the Joan Rivers Show at CBS Studios in NYC. Flo was the on air gossip queen and I was the set photographer.   Flo became the first woman to work in the sports department of the New York Post and this skyrocketed her to New York's famous Page Six. Flo made history as the first African American woman to write a column for a supermarket tabloid, writing the gossip column  “Eye on the Stars” for the National Examiner.   Over the years we both did many TV shows together, Flo was the celebrity expert and I was always brought in to talk about my adventures with one celebrity or another.   Later...

  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...

  Maria Fishel With Kenneth Fishel And Michele Heary Geraldo Rivera And Erica Rivera Kenneth and Maria Fishel welcomed guests to their Bridgehampton estate for an elegant summer garden party presented in partnership with Asprey of London, transforming their private residence into a celebration of British craftsmanship, refined hospitality and timeless Hamptons style. Set amongst the beautifully landscaped gardens, the afternoon showcased a curated selection of Asprey London’s celebrated jewelry, silver, leather goods and objets d’art. Founded in 1781, the iconic British luxury house has long been associated with exceptional craftsmanship and an international clientele that has included royalty, heads of state and distinguished collectors.    Donna Rubin Candace Bushnell With Maria Fishel And Nicole Miller Guests enjoyed refreshments while exploring the Asprey collection in an atmosphere that blended classic English elegance with the relaxed sophistication of a Hamptons su...

  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...

  Kenneth Fishel And Maria Fishel Katrina Peebles    The French Heritage Society (FHS) welcomed nearly 240 guests to its fourth annual Summer Soirée at the Bridgehampton,NY, home of Maria and Kenneth Fishel. Inspired by the elegance of Provence in Summer, the evening brought together philanthropists, preservationists, and friends of France in support of FHS’s mission to preserve French architectural and cultural heritage. The evening was the most successful Summer Soirée, raising significant funds to support French Heritage Society's restoration grants, student internships, and educational programming. A portion of the proceeds will also benefit FHS’s New York Chapter, supporting three preservation grants in 2026: Lyndhurst in Tarrytown, and Villa Albertine and St. Bartholomew's Church in New York City.   Candace Bushnell Charles Chemin, Bonnie Comley, Stewart F. Lane And Elise Herget The unforgettable soirée was chaired by CeCe Black, Maria Fishel, Rosann ...

  CeCe Black With Ruth Miller And Ann Van Ness Maribel Lieberman With Sylvia Hemingway Carolyn Maloney With Nicole Miller, Kobi Halperin, Jean Shafiroff, Alex Hamer And Julia Haart    Jean Shafiroff celebrated France’s national holiday by hosting her annual Bastille Day luncheon at Maison Barnes in New York City, bringing together approximately 50 guests from the worlds of philanthropy, fashion, society, and culture. The elegant afternoon unfolded over a gourmet luncheon prepared by the Daniel Boulud culinary team, offering guests a taste of French hospitality in recognition of the historic holiday. French flags, spirited conversation and a shared appreciation for French culture set the tone for a gathering that has become one of Jean Shafiroff’s annual summer traditions. Bastille Day, observed annually on July 14th, commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in Paris in 1789, a defining moment of the French Revolution. The event came to symbolize the fall of absolu...

  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...

  Jean Shafiroff Priscilla Presley The Center for Family Services Palm Beach County held their signature fundraiser, The Old Bags Luncheon™ at the iconic Breakers Palm Beach.    Palm Beach County continues to experience a growing need for accessible mental health services, with families facing challenges such as economic hardships, trauma, and mental health disparities. The Center for Family Services serves as a beacon of hope, offering these families the resources and professional care needed to overcome adversity.  The Annual signature event for the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County, the Old Bags Luncheon™ combines fashion, philanthropy, and social engagement, attracting some of the most influential individuals in the region to support the critical work of the organization.  This year’s event sold out in record time once tickets became available with a long wait list.  This year, the 2026 OBL Celebrity Speaker was Priscilla Presley - cu...

  Jean Shafiroff   Martin and Jean Shafiroff hosted an elegant evening reception at her new home in Manalapan to honor the Historical Society of Palm Beach County and its work preserving the region’s cultural legacy. The private gathering brought together 120 guests - a mix of Palm Beach supporters, civic leaders and community philanthropists for an intimate night focused on stewardship, education and the stories that continue to shape the county. Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while learning about the Society’s efforts to safeguard archives, support exhibitions and expand access to local history through programming that serves residents and visitors alike.   Veronica Kelly With Martin Shafiroff, Jean Shafiroff And Ray Kelly Jean Shafiroff, long recognized for her charitable leadership, spoke about the importance of investing in institutions that protect community identity and inspire future generations, “Palm Beach County has an extraordinary history, and it...