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fter a 6-year sell-out success at New York’s Lincoln Center, Shen Yun Performing Arts will make its debut in Palm Beach County on April 29th and 30th at the Kravis Center. Dozens of dancers in dazzling costumes, thunderous drums, and spectacular backdrops take you to another world—Heavenly maidens, brave warriors, mischievous monks... China’s 5,000 years of uninterrupted history has yielded an endless treasure trove of legends, myths, and literary classics. Shen Yun will take you on an extraordinary journey spanning from the origins of Chinese civilization through the height of the Tang and Song Dynasties all the way to the modern day. It’s a performance that not only entertains, but more broadly, educates and inspires. Shen Yun Performing Arts enthusiasts include Royals, award-winning celebrities, producers, authorities in the music and performing arts industries, icons of fashion and the performing arts, Olympic champions, as well as some of the most highly regarded media. Locals and national notables on the Host Committee of the Shen Yun benefit dinner which took place in New York on February 12th included Rita Cosby and Tomaczek Bednarek; Alexandra and Arnaud de Borchgrave; Kirsten and Averell Harriman Fisk; Maribel Alvarez and James Pappas; Emilia and Pepe Fanjul; Ambassador Charles Gargano; The Honorable Earle I. Mack; Pamela Newman; Tom Allon; Norma Kamali; Jane Holzer; Henry Buhl; Joel Pashcow; Agostino von Hassell; Ava Roosevelt; Vera Fairbanks.
Purchase Tickets Today! The Kravis Center (West Palm Beach) April 29-30, 2013. Shenyunperformingarts.org|1-888-884-6707 “It was an extraordinary experience…the level of skill, but also the power of the archetypes and the narratives were startling. And of course it was exquisitely beautiful."
Cate Blanchett Academy Award winning Actress
End-of-Season Block Party| April 19 | 5:30 PM—7:30 PM Meet Shen Yun during the End-of-Season Block Party hosted by the West Palm Beach Downtown Neighborhood Association. The block is shutting down for a public celebration featuring live music, entertainment, and drink & food specials at the restaurants on the 500 block of Clematis Street Downtown West Palm Beach For more information email luciab126@yahoo.com or visit wpbdna.com
What to Wear...
Classic Pieces
Salvatore Ferragamo & Frédéric Fekkai Fresh From the Runway Frédéric Fekkai’s team of stylists perfected the tresses and make up of Salvatore Ferragamo models during Massimiliano Giornetti’s springsummer runway show last month at The Brazilian Court Hotel, Palm Beach.
Crafted in Vincenza Italy and sold exclusively at Hamilton Jewelers this collection is truly one-of-a-kind. Featured below is Hamilton’s interlocking cuff bracelet set with 29 carats of natural color sapphires and 6 carats of rose-cut diamonds handcrafted in 18k rose gold. $47,500
The runway revealed 23 edgy looks for spring and summer 2013 featuring fine Italian leather gladiator boots, sheer shirts, tailored snake skin trench coats, and leather-studded skirts. Frédéric Fekkai Palm Beach has been involved in several local fashion shows this season including Ralph Lauren and Emilio Pucci.
Hamilton Jewelers 561 659 6788 | 215 Worth Avenue | Palm Beach
Be sure to visit the experts at Frédéric Fekkai Salon The Brazilian Court Hotel To book your appointment call | 561 833 9930 Mon—Sat | 9 AM-6 PM
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ichel Piranesi, internationally renowned designer, launched the SINTESSI Collection this past winter with two successful trunk shows on Worth Avenue, Palm Beach. Inspired by the classic and quality taste Palm Beachers are known for, Piranesi committed to support local causes. This season he donated over $50,000 from trunk show sales to The Young Musicians Fund at the Community Foundation, PBAU Preparatory Department; The American Red Cross; YMCA Polo with Pedro; and Shen Yun Performing Arts.
HMF
An abbreviation of the legendary name Henry Morrison Flagler, HMF of The For more information visit sintessi.com Breakers Palm Beach presents a new drinking and dining scene in the context of the hotel’s timeless American glamour. Those who appreciate the art of Many of our preferred clients have been reclassic Palm Beach cocktail culture, will fall in love with questing Siberian Black River Caviar’s ‘initial’ uniquelythe modern interpretation of this era. raised caviar know for its nutty taste and wonderful The Menu: HMF features sharing plates inspired creamy finish. Due to high-demand, the Siberian has by authentic cuisines from around the world using been unavailable until now. Order from our freshly seasonal ingredients organically and locally harvested stock and receive: sourced. Highlights include: Wood Roasted AsparaJuan Gomez, Master Sommiler gus and Burrata, Orecchiette, Duck Sausage and & Wild Mushrooms, and Chicken Albondigas Tacos. Virginia Philip
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Mas Clementine, St Tropez
ltima Connoisseur Club’s worldwide affiliates allow us to provide our members with access to superb villas and personalized concierge services at the most exclusive destinations worldwide. This month ACC features a luxury villa available for rent in St. Tropez. MAS CLEMENTINE is located on Tahiti Road, easily accessible from the Route des Plages, and within walking distance of the Pampelonne beaches as well as Saint-Tropez village which is about 10 minutes away by car.
Whether you are looking for a villa, or personal assistance at your destination to complement your stay, allow us to connect you with our professional teams in Europe! For personal assistance, please contact Maribel@altimacclub.com or 561 833 8283
Former Palm Beacher Launches New Book at Private Mar-a-Lago Reception
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lorida-based author, C. Richard Weylman is a highly sought after marketing consultant, active conference speaker, and media expert. He was recently joined by a group of local business people to celebrate the launch of his latest book, The Power of Why: Breaking Out in a Competitive Marketplace at a private reception hosted by Richard and Robin Bernstein at Mar-a-Lago. His writings have been featured in Investment Advisor, Fund Fire, GAMA News Journal, and on WSJ.com and Forbes.com. Past clients include Merrill Lynch, John Deere, General Motors Corporation, and Citation Jets among many others.
“The Power of Why is great reading and can be of use to all of those looking to come out on top.” - Donald Trump Orphaned at the age of 6, Richard went from life in 16 foster homes to running the marketing department for the exclusive Robb Report Magazine when he was in his early twenties. Involved with the launching of the Esplanade in Palm Beach, Richard maintains many friends both on and off the island. Charles and Judy Herbster with Sylvie and Richard Weylman
Jim Pappas and Stephen Norris
Richard and Robin Bernstein
Richard Weylman and Wyatt Koch
Release Date: April 23rd Pre-Order Here: www.amazon.com/powerwhypromo
Richard Weylman and Catherine Saxton
Event Captured by Jim Fairman celebrated the recent showing of new works by William Halliday and Alyssa di Edwardo. Also highlighting the evening was a tribute to the Center for Creative Education, the gallery’s new neighbor. Generous donations upon entrance during the opening night and a percentage of sales from the show, will support important projects at the center. Event captured by Michael Price. For more information and events at ArtHouse 429, please visit ArtHouse429.com
William Halliday and Alyssa di Edwardo
Susan Palladino and Kathy Comelli
Beau and Jackie Breckenridge, with Robin and Barbara Boylan Bruce and Claudia Helander with Melinda Trucks
Sara and Dan Mushegian
Richard Kaplan and Edwina Sandys
Donna Long and Bill Metzger
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amilton Jewelers’ Palm Beach boutique was chosen as the only establishment in the United States to hold "The One and Only" Colored Diamonds Exhibition during its worldwide tour continuing in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Dubai. The private reception was held aboard Worth Avenue Yachts' private megayacht, "DREAMER" on March 14th. Guests adored the display of spectacular gems and timeless pieces, and enjoyed the opportunity to hear a special informative presentation by Vivienne Becker, renowned jewelry expert and noted author of 14 books, columnist for the Financial Times on fine jewelry collecting.
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lizabeth Thompson launched her latest painting series,
"Stories from the Everglades"
on March 5th at Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach. The début attracted notable art collectors and art connoisseurs including: Harry and Gail Theodoracopoulos, Susan Lloyd, Guerrino DeLuca, Jim Pappas, Blair and Eliza Meyer, The Honorable Earle Mack, William and Kathy Rayner, Vere Gaynor, Vera and Julio Serrano, Stephania Conrad, Bruce Helander, Nancy Brown and Orator and Maureen Woodward. A portion of proceeds from the show will benefit the Everglades Foundation and The Arthur R. Marshall Foundation. The exhibition runs through April 5th. Allan Yarkin, Elizabeth Thompson, Guerrino DeLuca
Shirley Levy, Micky Weisman, Laura Miller
Vera Serrano, Julio Serrano, Susan Lloyd
Kathy Raynor and Billy Raynor
Casey DeVault and Jim Pappas
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ary Mahoney Boutique hosted personal appearances by Michel Piranesi and Cesare Barro. The two internationally renowned designers personally greeted guests and presented their collections— SINTESSI by Michel Piranesi and Cesare Barro Jewelry. The four-day exhibition honoured Talbott Maxey and Kenn Karakul’s Young Musicians Fund at the Community Foundation and PBAU Preparatory Department.
Cesare Barro and Susan Malloy
Talbott Maxey and Michel Piranesi
Events Captured by Jim Fairman
Young Performing Artists
Mary Mahoney and Mary Tobin
Loy Anderson and Talbott Maxey
Dee & Don Romero, H.R.H. Sybil de Bourbon-Parme
Over 350 guests attended the inaugural Play for P.I.N.K.速 Men's and Ladies' Celebrity Golf Tournament and Card Party at Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach, Fla. on March 4th. Honorary Chairman was Melania Trump and event Co-Chairmen were Robin Bernstein and Roberta Brudner. The Celebrity Golf Classic featured a luncheon, card party, auction and cocktail party. Over $300,000 was raised to benefit Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) which was founded by the late Palm Beach resident, Evelyn Lauder. Donald Trump and William P. Lauder
Well-known sports figures including Bucky Dent, Orlando "El Duque" Hernandez, John Lloyd, Jim Palmer, Bill Parcells, Glen Rice, Otis Birdsong, Ki Jana Carter, Luis Escobar, Meghan Francella, Tucker Frederickson, Chris Gronkowski, Leonard Hankerson, Arthur Johnson, Meg Mallon, Brandon Phillips, John Schmitt, Dwight Stephenson, Tanyon Sturtze, Donald Trump and many others participated. Richard Bernstein and "El Duque" Hernandez
Joe and Arlene Taub
Roberta Brudner and Robin Bernstein
Richard Brudner Committee: Terri Schottenstein, Helen Bossman, Jane Zises, Robin Berman
Debra Tomasello and Glen Rice
Ginger Feuer and Carole Crystal
Jim Palmer and Ellyn Bank
Gary Sciacca, Bill Parcells, Joe Taub