You’re Invited: 15th Annual DIFFA DINING BY DESIGN Tour Launches on March 22nd

February 22, 2012 by  
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DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS announced its 15th annual DINING BY DESIGN tour with five-days of events running concurrently with the Architectural Digest Home Design Show at Pier 94 in New York City, Thursday, March 22nd through Monday, March 26th. DIFFA’s DINING BY DESIGN will bring together some of the most talented and celebrated individuals in the worlds of fashion, interior design, art, and architecture to create spectacular, over-the-top dining environments. This past month, DIFFA was also extremely fortunate to announce Cindy Allen, Editor-In-Chief of Interior Design as a new co-chairman of their board. Read more

Accessories Council Valentine’s Day Gift Guide 2012

February 6, 2012 by  
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Christmas is a distant memory, New years is long gone and the next big holiday is right around the corner. Retailers have started the onslaught of Vaslentine merchandise, every store is suddenly covered in shades of red and pink.  Rosy cheeked cherubs and candy hearts have saturated the market with their promises of love and unforgettable romance.  As with any gift giving holiday finding the right gift is essential, thankfully Our friends at the Accessories Council invited us to discover a few fantastic options.  Guests of the event enjoyed delicious mini cupcakes, overflowing chalices of Don Q rum Limon madras cocktail (cranberry juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and Don Q Limon rum)  and waistline friendly sweet treats from the Soft Serve Fruit Company, as our hostesses presented item after fabulous item.

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Exclusive Coverage: Human Rights Campaign Greater New York Gala Dinner

February 6, 2012 by  
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US Congressman Jerold Nadler, New York City Council speaker Christine Quinn who proudly serves as an openly gay speaker and Senator Charles E. Schumer and many more in office who graced the eleventh Human Rights Campaign Gala held at the majestic Waldorf Astoria Hotel, for facilitating the process that made it possible for Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to pass the same sex marriage bill last year, thus making New York State the largest to recognize it. Read more

Inside Maksim Chmerkovskiy’s Birthday Bash

January 31, 2012 by  
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Maksim Chmerkovskiy star studded birthday bash was the place to be last Friday night. Presented by his Dance With Me Dance Studios, the show told the tale of Maks’ life through dance performances coupled with friends and family stories. The show was hosted by fellow Dance With The Stars pro dancers Tony DovolaniVal Chmerkovskiy and of course Maksim Chmerkovskiy himself. Guest included, Kirstie Alley, Sherri Shepherd, Carla Hall, and much much more.

Check out our exclusive photos by John Alston Jr

A Percentage of the proceeds will be donated to St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children.

For more information on Dance With Me Dance Studios please visit: http://dancewithmeusa.com

 

Charity: Fat Joe Performs for Let’s Move! Newark: Our Power

January 26, 2012 by  
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On January 23rd, hip-hop legend and weight loss advocate, Fat Joe, performed at an event celebrating the winners from Let’s Move! Newark: Our Power (LM!NOP), a program created by Behavioral Health & Fitness Expert, Jeff Halevy, to fight childhood obesity. After improving his lifestyle, Fat Joe has recently lost over 100 pounds and chose to be a part of Halevy’s Let’s Move! Newark: Our Power to encourage our youth to follow his success. Read more

Sundance 2012: Oakley Learn to Ride Suite + League of Super Fast Things

Stars hit up Park City this year for Sundance 2012, while Kate Bosworth and Bruce Willis hit the red carpet for their films, some celebs including Ryan Kwanten and funny man Justin Long decided to hit the mountain and brave the blizzard at Oakley Learn to Ride. After spending the day on the mountain, a tired Long later refueled with Muscle Milk Cookies and Cream. Read more

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