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  Mothers Day 2pc Ganache  MarieBelle New York is celebrating Mother’s Day 2026 with a luxurious collection of chocolates and confections created to honor the mothers, grandmothers, wives, sisters, daughters and mother figures who bring beauty, warmth and love to everyday life. The MarieBelle New York Mother’s Day Collection is now available online and in boutiques, offering a curated selection of spring-inspired gifts that combine fine chocolate, distinctive design and the brand’s signature sense of New York glamour. Each piece reflects the artistry for which MarieBelle is known, with chocolates presented not simply as sweets, but as miniature works of culinary art. Among this year’s featured offerings is the Mother’s Day 16-Piece Chocolate Ganache Gift Box ($60), a keepsake-worthy assortment of MarieBelle’s famed chocolate ganache, handmade with fine cacao and beautifully decorated with designs created especially for the occasion. Each piece offers a small story of love, gra...

  MarieBelle Chocolates At The Pierre Hotel New York    The iconic Pierre Hotel this season continues to be the place to indulge in the exquisite world of MarieBelle Chocolates. Expanding from the popular shop in Soho, the famed chocolate house now serves customers on the Upper East Side Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at 2 East 61st Street at the latest luxury boutique. The Pierre on Fifth Avenue provides a perfect setting for the highly desirable sweets made by the world-famous chocolatier. Since 1930, the hotel has been revered as a quintessential monument to New York City grandeur. Shoppers will find for purchase at the boutique prestigious selections of gift boxes in a perfect sophisticated setting. About Mariebelle New York: MarieBelle New York founder and CEO Maribel Lieberman was born and raised near the cacao fields of Honduras and, as a young girl, she made and sold sweets to the local community. She emigrated to the U.S. and studied at The Parsons Sch...

  Georgina Bloomberg NYC Second Chance Rescue hosted their 3rd annual Rescue Ball on Thursday April 27th, 2023 at the Pierre Hotel in New York City. The charity aims to raise critical funds to help continue their mission of providing second chances to critically ill, injured, and abused dogs and cats. The Rescue Ball celebrated 14 years and saving over 14,000 lives. Leesa Rowland NYC Second Chance Rescue honored Georgina Bloomberg and Joe Gatto with the “Hero Award” for their dedication to animal welfare, and Dr. Peter Roufail, DVM, for “Veterinarian of the Year.” The evening was Hosted by Tony and Grammy Award-Nominated Actress and Singer, Orfeh With Special Guests RHONJ’s Melissa Gorga and “Rock of Ages” Constantine Maroulis. The evening featured a vegan menu, specialty cocktails, live and silent auctions, and entertainment, followed by dancing to music by DJ GEO ROC and the Violin Diva. Melissa Gorga With Constantine Maroulis The live auction included opportunities for all guest...

  Robert And Francesca Agostinelli Power couple Francesca and her husband Robert Agostinelli attended the 40th Annual American Italian Cancer Foundation Benefit at the Pierre Hotel in New York City.   The dynamic mother of four young girls, Francesca Agostinelli, also served as the Mistress of Ceremonies and has been a strong supporter of the organization since 2014.   The elegant event celebrated the many accomplishments of the organization, such as the Foundation’s Breast Cancer Screening Program and the International Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship Program.  These fellowships provide critical financial support to talented Italian scientists in America.   Francesca Agostinelli With Prince Dimitri Of Yugoslavia Since the program’s inception in 1983, 535 Fellowships have been awarded, and more than 110,000 underprivileged women have received comprehensive breast cancer screening services on their mammogram bus. The Fellowship Program selects only the best and ...

**** NEW YORK JUNIOR LEAGUE WINTER BALL Photos By: Patrick McMullan **** Master Of Ceremonies Jean Shafiroff Wendy Wade With Nancy Houghton Jeri Powell Philanthropist and Author Jean Shafiroff Served as Master of Ceremonies throughout the evening at the 66th Annual New York Junior League Winter Ball at the Pierre Hotel in New York City. The evening also featured an awards presentation by New York Junior League (NYJL) President Suzanne E. Manning, who presented the NYJL Outstanding Sustainer Award to Nancy Houghton and Wendy Wade, and the NYJL Outstanding Volunteer Award to Mary Catherine Burdine, Katie Cook, Nicole Ferrin, Elizabeth Fabsits Pavone, and Kim Essency Pillari. The Riviera Romance themed fundraiser raised more than $530,000 for NYJL Charitable Activities. Jean Shafiroff With Jessica DeSantes, Jeri Powell And Ashley Ma Notable attendees included: Jean Shafiroff, Philanthropist, Author and 2018 Winter Ball Master of Cer...

Gayle King Hoda Kotb Hoda Kotb And Gayle King were photogrpahed at L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth Celebration at The Pierre Hotel in New York City last night. Photos By: Diego Corredor/MediaPunch

Jean Shafiroff With Victor De Souza Spotted: Glamorous socialite and philanthropist Jean Shafiroff with fashion designer, Victor dE Souza at The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC) luncheon at the Pierre Hotel recently. The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC) was established in 1875 as the first child protection agency in the world. Since its incorporation 140 years ago, The NYSPCC has investigated more than 650,000 cases on behalf of over 2,000,000 children. The NYSPCC has also educated over 50,000 professionals who work with children on how to identify and report suspected child abuse and neglect.  For more information on the work of the NYSPCC go to www.nyspcc.org Photo By: Owen Hoffman / Patrick McMullan

Sarah Jessica Parker Sarah Jessica Parker was in fashion at the 2016 Outstanding Mother Awards sponsored by The National Mother’s Day Committee at The Pierre Hotel last night in New York City. Photo By: Diego Corredor/Media Punch

Jean Shafiroff Jean Shafiroff , the glamorous philanthropist and author of SUCCESSFUL PHILANTHROPY : HOW TO MAKE A LIFE BY WHAT YOU GIVE , was spotted at the Boy' and Girls' Towns of Italy Gala at the Pierre Hotel in New York City recently.  Ms. Shafiroff wore a beautiful red silk embroidered Oscar de la Renta gown. The gown had a distinct Chinese flair to it. The Boys’ & Girls’ Towns of Italy is a nonprofit 501(c)3 whose mission is to help young people take responsibility for their community and develop into self-confident, creative, and accountable adults . For more information go to www.bgti.org

**** Honors Juan Pablo Molyneux And Champagne Taittinger Photos By: Owen Hoffman / Patrick McMullan **** Martin And Jean Shafiroff Anne And Willian Van Ness French Heritage Society (FHS) honored Juan Pablo Molyneux and Champagne Taittinger, represented by Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger, with a festive Gala Dinner Dance at The Pierre Hotel. The Gala included an elegant dinner with music and dancing to the sounds of The Bob Hardwick Sound, and raised over $340,000.  Deborah And Chuck Royce Prem Lachman & Liz McDermott The event was held under the High Patronage of His Excellency Gérard Araud, Ambassador of France to the U.S., His Excellency François Delattre, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of France to the United Nations; The Honorable Bertrand Lortholary, Consul General of France in New York; and Bénédicte de Montlaur, Cultural Counselor of the French Embassy in the United States, and in the presence of FHS Chairman Elizabeth...

**** HIGH FASHION *** * Jean Shafiroff The Horticultural Society of New York held their 18th Annual New York Flower Show Dinner Dance at the Pierre Hotel recently. Twenty-five of the tri-state area’s premier floral, fashion and interior designers transformed the Pierre Hotel’s ballroom into spectacular garden. Each designer paid tribute to some of the most notable gardens in the world with their visionary tablescapes. The Horticulture Society, along with some of New York City’s most influential socialites and designers, enjoyed a black tie dinner dance amidst the towering floral tabletop displays. During the gala, The Hort recognized Robert Couturier, legendary architect and decorator, and Barbara Israel, distinguished antique garden ornament dealer and author. Founded in 1900, and incorporated in 1902, with J. P. Morgan, Louis C. Tiffany, and J.J. Phelps among its earliest members, the goal of the Horticultural Society was to further the love and k...

Dionne Warwick Kelly Rutherford Harry Conick Jr. Pierce Brosnan Taryn Manning The stars came out for the 20th Ovarian Cancer Research Fund's Legends Gala at The Pierre Hotel tonight in New York City. Photos By: Diego Corredor / MediaPunch