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Party Pictures• May 7, 2026

The Philharmonic Spring Gala: A Night of Music, Memory, and Record-Breaking Generosity

A record-breaking $3 million was raised at the New York Philharmonic Spring Gala as the city’s cultural world honored Barbara Tober and looked toward a new 'Golden Age' with the arrival of Gustavo Dudamel...

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

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Musical Harmonies: The New York Philharmonic Family Benefit & The Perlman Music Program Wine Auction

Party Pictures• May 7, 2026.
New York’s culture lovers enjoyed a double-header of music, beginning with the New York Philharmonic’s Fun at the Phil Family Benefit and concluding with a record-breaking wine auction for The Perlman Music Program... READ MORE

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

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The Soul of the Theater

Social Diary• May 6, 2026.
After the global spectacle of the Met Gala fade, we turn our attention to the true heart of New York’s theater culture. A look back at the institution where history is hung on the walls, and a personal memoir of the days I stood at the door and watched the legends walk through... READ MORE

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

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A Century of Voices: The Schomburg Center Centennial Gala at The New York Public Library

Party Pictures• May 5, 2026.
Luminaries from Angela Bassett to Solange Knowles gathered at the New York Public Library to celebrate the Schomburg Center’s Centennial —a landmark evening honoring 100 years of safeguarding Black history and culture... READ MORE
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Ballet Hispánico’s 56th Anniversary: A Night of “MUJERES: Women in Motion”

Party Pictures• May 5, 2026.
From the stage of New York City Center to the grandeur of The Plaza, Ballet Hispánico’s 56th Anniversary Gala was a landmark celebration of Latino culture, raising over $1.4 million for the next generation of dancers... READ MORE
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Monday, May 4, 2026

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A Princess in the Shadows: Reflections on the Met Gala

Social Diary• May 4, 2026.
As many worlds collide at the Met today, we look back to a quieter moment: the 1996 Costume Institute benefit, where I stood just six feet from the Princess of Wales. A memory of Diana, a bright blue gown, and a smile that flickered on and off like a light switch... READ MORE
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Friday, May 1, 2026

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City Harvest’s 2026 Gala, “Shaken, Not Stirred”: A License to Feed

Party Pictures• May 1, 2026.
A James Bond-inspired evening where the glitter of the crowd was matched only by the scale of the impact in supporting City Harvest, New York’s largest food rescue organization — turning cinematic themes into real-world action... READ MORE
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Continental Classics: From Salzburg to the Seine

Party Pictures• May 1, 2026.
Springtime in New York takes a European turn as the American Mozarteum Society gathers at the historic Koch Foundation townhouse to celebrate a 270th birthday, while high above the city, the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées brings a taste of Avenue Montaigne to the 77th floor... READ MORE
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Thursday, April 30, 2026

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April Chills and Golden Memories

Social Diary• April 30, 2026.
While the rain sets in over Manhattan, a look through boxes of "junk" reveals a chronicle of a party for the ages, hosted by the incomparable Judy Green — reminding us why her fabled "uptown to lowdown" mix was the best ticket in town... READ MORE

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

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Innovation and Artistry: The 2026 The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering Spring Spring Ball

Party Pictures• April 29, 2026.
High fashion meets cutting-edge science at The Plaza as The Society of MSK celebrates a landmark evening of philanthropy, raising record funds for computational oncology and the future of cancer care... READ MORE

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

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Bleecker Street: A Sunny Springtime Stroll Through the West Village

Guest Diary• April 28, 2026.
Walking down Bleecker Street is a journey through layers of New York history. From heritage townhouses to emergent global brands, Barbara Hodes explores why this tree-lined stretch remains the city's most atmospheric shopping destination... READ MORE
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Becky Shaw: It’s Me. Hi. I’m the Problem

Guest Diary• April 28, 2026.
When a "sparkly pink cupcake dress" crashes a family’s carefully maintained hell, dysfunction becomes a spectator sport. Alden Ehrenreich and Madeline Brewer lead a powerhouse cast in 'Becky Shaw' as Kendall Dupre reviews a play that holds a mirror to our messiest impulses... READ MORE

Monday, April 27, 2026

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The Legend of the Cheetah and their Savior: From the Concrete Jungle to the African Savanna with Dr. Laurie Marker

Guest Diary• April 27, 2026.
While the fight to save the cheetah plays out on the vast savannas of Africa and India, the mission is fueled by the leadership and advocacy found right in our back yard. This is the story of Dr. Laurie Marker, a savior for the world’s fastest land animal, and a beautiful testament to human capability that proves no distance is too far for conser... READ MORE

Friday, April 24, 2026

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Park Avenue Blooms and a Fifth Avenue Escape

Social Diary• April 24, 2026.
While Park Avenue’s malls turn into a living gallery of historic blooms at the annual Tulip Party at Scully & Scully, designer Marc Rosen hosts an evening of intrigue for his boyhood friend Ian Jarvis, proving that behind New York’s most elegant doors lie the city’s most surprising stories... READ MORE
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It’s Beshert: A Book Launch for Dr. Jay Levy

Social Diary• April 24, 2026.
Judy Collins, Katrina vanden Heuvel, and Paige Peterson hosted a launch for Dr. Jay Levy’s new biography, "It’s Beshert." From pioneering HIV research to Middle Eastern diplomacy and a soulful rendition of "Amazing Grace," it was a night of profound destiny... READ MORE
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Holland Society: 140th Annual Meeting Spring Reception

Party Pictures• April 24, 2026.
The Holland Society of New York gathered for its landmark 140th Spring Reception, marking a new chapter in leadership where members and friends reconnected to honor the heritage of New Netherland and the approaching 400th anniversary of New Amsterdam... READ MORE

Thursday, April 23, 2026

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Dance Theatre of Harlem: The 2026 Vision Gala

Party Pictures• April 23, 2026.
From a spirited City Center performance to a $1.3 million celebration at the Ziegfeld Ballroom, Dance Theatre of Harlem honored trailblazers Fatima Robinson and Scott Mills for a night of high art, legacy, and a dance floor led by DJ D-Nice... READ MORE
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New 42’s annual New Victory Family Benefit: Circus in the City

Party Pictures• April 23, 2026.
New 42 transformed 42nd Street into a circus celebration for its annual New Victory Family Benefit, celebrating the power of performance and the community leaders who expand theater access for families across the five boroughs... READ MORE

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

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The Future en Pointe: Youth America Grand Prix’s Night of Stars

Party Pictures• April 22, 2026.
The Youth America Grand Prix (YAGP) Gala turned the David H. Koch Theater into a blooming celebration of talent. From the world premiere of "Rainbow" to a signature "pink" LoveShackFancy takeover, the world’s largest ballet scholarship organization raised record support for the stars of tomorrow... READ MORE
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Avian Dinosaurs and Ancient Sands: Celebrating the Legacy of Mark Norell at AMNH

Social Diary• April 22, 2026.
The opening of “Fossils of the Flaming Cliffs” at the American Museum of Natural History turned into a lively salon honoring the legendary curator Mark Norell for a night of high science and the highest character... READ MORE

Tuesday, April 21, 2026

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Taking Inventory

Social Diary• April 21, 2026.
Moving from the "shadows" of a traumatic family history into the "light" of reflection, DPC explores the resilience inherited from generations of immigrants who, despite harrowing struggles, simply found a way to get through it... READ MORE

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