PHILANTHROPY OR CHARITY
According to the Dictionary, charity and philanthropy are two different things.
CHARITY
Charity is the voluntary giving of help, typically money, to those that are suffering or in need. It tends to address an immediate problem and is a compassionate response to a natural disaster, or a token of support for the victim of crime or violence, for example. Charity can also address immediate needs for food, shelter or medical care. It is a short term response, although one may give frequently to a particular cause.
PHILANTHROPY
Philanthropy is more strategic in that it seeks to root out causes of the problem and to develop long term solutions. Striving for long term solutions to problems such as addiction, housing shortages, or hunger takes time, study, and planning. This is where charity comes in, providing direct relief for people in immediate need.
Both charity and philanthropy possess the same goals of addressing needs and making the world a better place but with different approaches. One deals with direct relief and the other with root causes and finding solutions.
Is one better than the other? Of course not! They are just two different ways of solving problems and both are essential to the functioning of a decent society.
Recently, there have been changes to the tax code regarding charitable giving.
Three Acts have been passed recently - The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (TCJA), the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE) and the Corona Virus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES). All have some impact on deductibility of charitable contributions. They
also may offer some additional advantages. For example, a qualified charity may receive your IRA with no tax consequences since charities do not pay taxes. Appreciated assets are also beneficial as a gift to a charity, as capital gains tax can be avoided.
Another way to contribute is through a community foundation, which is a grant making public charity that is dedicated to improving lives in a particular community. Individuals, families, businesses and non-profit groups establish funds within the foundation in which they can contribute assets for charitable purposes. The foundation manages the assets and takes suggestions from those that set up the fund on how and where to distribute the resources.
There are over 700 community foundations in the United States.
Whether one chooses charity or philanthropy, the ultimate goal is to help the community by using personal skills and resources to make a difference.
INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2022
After the last eighteen months, many people are now seriously considering updating their homes - creating new spaces, changing color schemes, furniture and even artwork. It’s become clear that home décor has an impact on emotions and well-being.
An emphasis on natural light, good ventilation, and biophilic (connection with nature) design have gained in popularity. This is accomplished with the use of indoor plants, skylights, and open indoor-outdoor floorplans. Another noted concern is on climate change; many are now considering sustainability and which materials are best to use for the health of our planet.
Homeowners want spaces that reflect their personalities, interests, hobbies, and history. Outdoor spaces are being treated as integral parts of the home, creating additional rooms to expand a family’s living and entertainment spaces. Stylish furniture is being chosen to be compatible with the indoor space.
Vintage and antique furniture are also making a comeback due to the widespread interest in sustainability. Lamps are important, not just for lighting, but also as art or a statement piece.
The styles of the 70’s have made a resurgence, but with a twist. More muted and earthy tones have replaced bright orange, along with rounded furniture and multiple patterned fabrics.
CHOOSING COLORS IS AN IMPORTANT ELEMENT FOR THE DESIGN OF ANY HOME.
This year Pantone has named “Very Peri” its color of the year. “Very Peri” is a bold blue with violet-red undertones, often called periwinkle. Periwinkle represents serenity and calmness as well as vibrancy and excitement.
According to Pantone, “Veri Peri” helps us embrace this
altered landscape of possibilities, opening us up to a new vision as we re-write our lives: rekindling gratitude for some of the qualities that blue represents complemented by a new perspective that resonates today, Very Peri places the future ahead in a new light. These are transformative times
and “Very Peri is a symbol of the global zeitgeist of the moment and the transition we are going through.”
Expect to see Very Peri in many different shades and uses. It can be used as an accent color for pillows, glassware, accent chairs, area rugs or art.
Or one can try periwinkle patterned wallpaper to create excitement on walls, ceilings or even cabinets.
Etsy has named Emerald Green their color of the year. It is a reminder of nature and works well on walls, bedding, pillows, and art.
Other paint companies have chosen a more neutral color palette for the year 2022 in the belief that calm is needed after the uncertainty of the last two years. Either way, bright cheerful colors are sometimes exactly what we need.
THE CHOICE IS
The first thing to understand is that writing a will and having an estate plan are actually two different processes, even though an estate plan will include a will.
Wills
Creating a will can be a fairly simple process. It will address who will take care of your children, who will take over your business, and who receives your assets and other personal property. A will requires the naming of an executor responsible for fulfilling the deceased’s wishes. Having one’s wishes defined in a will ensures privacy, helps avoid family disputes and saves money by avoiding probate and the expense of attorneys and public trustees to determine the distribution of assets which then becomes public information.
Estate Planning
Estate planning is the process of designating who will manage and distribute assets after death or incapacitation. It is a more intensive process and includes a variety of documents including the last will and testament. While it may be overwhelming to contemplate, a welldesigned estate plan will ensure that assets are distributed according to one’s wishes. In addition to the last will and testament, an estate plan
might include a living will, a financial power of attorney, a living trust, and beneficiary designations. An estate plan can be particularly helpful in the case of multiple marriages, business ownership, specific charitable donations, or specific requests for health or property. It can also ensure wishes are carried out and that assets are distributed as designated.
Living Will
A living will is a document that describes the type of care one would want if incapacitated and cannot speak for themself. This can assist the family with difficult decisions and avoid confusion.
A financial power of attorney allows for a designated appointee to handle financial affairs in the event of incapacitation. They can make financial decisions in accordance with the instructions defined in the estate plan.
Living Trust
A living trust is a document created during one’s life where a designated person, the trustee, is given responsibility for managing that individual’s assets for the benefit of the eventual beneficiary. It is designed to allow for the easy transfer of assets, thereby avoiding probate.
A living revocable trust allows someone to be their own trustee and allows for changes in beneficiary at any time.
An irrevocable living trust is restrictive, and beneficiaries may not be changed but there are certain beneficial tax consequences.
Beneficiary designations explain who receives which assets such as an IRA, insurance policy, savings account, or other financial instruments.
A well-executed estate plan can minimize gift, estate and generation skipping transfer taxes to ensure that the family receives as much of the deceased’s estate as possible. Everyone’s plan is different and requires the right team of professionals to implement. It is also important to update the plan regularly as personal circumstances, legislation, and tax laws change frequently.
This article is for informational purposes only. Please consult a professional.
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
DATESTOURNAMENT DEFENDING CHAMPION
SEP 15 - 18, 2022
Fortinet Championship
Silverado Resort and Spa (North Course), Napa, CA
SEP 22 - 25, 2022 Presidents Cup
Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, NC
Sanderson Farms Championship
SEP 29 - OCT 2, 2022
OCT 6 - 9, 2022
OCT 13 - 16, 2022
OCT 20 - 23, 2022
OCT 27 - 30, 2022
NOV 3 - 6, 2022
NOV 10 - 13, 2022
NOV 17 - 20, 2022
DEC 1 - 4, 2022
DEC 9 - 11, 2022
JAN 5 - 8, 2023
JAN 12 - 15, 2023
JAN 19 - 22, 2023
JAN 25 - 28, 2023
FEB 2 - 5, 2023
FEB 9 - 12, 2023
The Country Club of Jackson, Jackson, MS
Shriners Children’s Open
TPC Summerlin, Las Vegas, NV
ZOZO CHAMPIONSHIP
Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club, Chiba, JPN
THE CJ CUP in South Carolina Congaree Golf Club, Ridgeland, SC
Butterfield Bermuda Championship Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton, BER
World Wide Technology Championship at Mayakoba El Camaleón Golf Course at Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, MEX
Cadence Bank Houston Open Memorial Park Golf Course, Houston, TX
The RSM Classic
Sea Island Golf Club (Seaside Course), St. Simons Island, GA
Hero World Challenge Albany, New Providence, BAH
QBE Shootout
Qu Tiburón Golf Course, Naples, FL
Sentry Tournament of Champions
Plantation Course at Kapalua, Kapalua, Maui, HI
Sony Open in Hawaii
Qu Waialae Country Club, Honolulu, HI
The American Express Pete Dye Stadium Course, La Quinta, CA
Farmers Insurance Open
Torrey Pines Golf Course (South Course), San Diego, CA
AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Pebble Beach Golf Links, Pebble Beach, CA
WM Phoenix Open TPC Scottsdale (Stadium Course), Scottsdale, AZ
Max Homa $1,260,000
Sam Burns $1,260,000
Sungjae Im $1,260,000
Hideki Matsuyama $1,791,000
Rory McIlroy $1,755,000
Lucas Herbert $1,170,000
Viktor Hovland $1,296,000
Jason Kokrak $1,350,000
Talor Gooch $1,296,000
Viktor Hovland $1,000,000
Kevin Na, Jason Kokrak $447,500
Cameron Smith $1,476,000
Hideki Matsuyama $1,350,000
Hudson Swafford $1,368,000
Luke List $1,512,000
Tom Hoge $1,566,000
Scottie Scheffler $1,476,000
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
DATESTOURNAMENT DEFENDING CHAMPION
The Genesis Invitational
FEB 16 - 19, 2023
FEB 23 - 26, 2023
MAR 2 - 5, 2023
MAR 2 - 5, 2023
MAR 9 - 12, 2023
MAR 16 - 19, 2023
MAR 22 - 26, 2023
MAR 23 - 26, 2023
MAR 30 - APR 2, 2023
The Riviera Country Club, Pacific Palisades, CA
The Honda Classic
PGA National Resort (The Champion), Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Puerto Rico Open Grand Reserve Golf Club, Rio Grande, PUR
Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard
Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge, Orlando, FL
THE PLAYERS Championship
The Country Club of Jackson, Jackson, MS
Valspar Championship Innisbrook Resort (Copperhead Course), Palm Harbor, FL
World Golf Championships-Dell Technologies Match Play Austin Country Club, Austin, TX
Corales Puntacana Championship Puntacana Resort & Club (Corales Golf Course), Punta Cana, DOM
Valero Texas Open TPC San Antonio (Oaks Course), San Antonio, TX
APR 6 - 9, 2023 Masters Tournament Augusta National Golf Club, Augusta, GA
APR 13 - 16, 2023
APR 20 - 23, 2023
APR 27 - 30, 2023
MAY 4 - 7, 2023
MAY 11 - 14, 2023
MAY 18 - 21, 2023
MAY 25 - 28, 2023
JUN 1 - 4, 2023
Joaquin Niemann $2,160,000
Sepp Straka $1,440,000
Ryan Brehm $666,000
Scottie Scheffler $2,160,000
Cameron Smith $3,600,000
Sam Burns $1,404,000
Scottie Scheffler $2,100,000
Chad Ramey $ 666,000
J.J. Spaun $1,548,000
Scottie Scheffler $2,700,000
RBC Heritage Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, SC Jordan Spieth $1,440,000
Zurich Classic of New Orleans Harbour Town Golf Links, Hilton Head Island, SC
Mexico Open at Vidanta Vidanta Vallarta, Vallarta, MEX
Wells Fargo Championship Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, NC
AT&T Byron Nelson
TPC Craig Ranch, McKinney, TX
PGA Championship
Q Oak HIll Country Club, Rochester, NY
Charles Schwab Challenge Colonial Country Club, Fort Worth, TX
The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday Muirfield Village Golf Club, Dublin, OH
P. Cantlay/X. Schauffele $1,199,350
Jon Rahm $1,314,000
Max Homa $1,620,000
K.H. Lee $1,638,00
Justin Thomas $2,700,000
Sam Burns $1,512,000
Billy Horschel $2,160,000
2022-2023 LPGA TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
DATES TOURNAMENT PURSE
SEP 23-25, 2022
Walmart NW Arkansas Championship presented by P&G
Pinnacle Country Club, Rogers, Arkansas $2.3M
SEP 29 - OCT 2, 2022 Volunteers of America Classic
Old American G.C., e Colony, Texas $1.5M
OCT 6-9, 2022 LPGA MEDIHEAL Championship
e Saticoy Club, Somis, California $1.8M
OCT 20-23, 2022 BMW Ladies Championship Korean location to be announced $2M OCT 27-30, 2022 Taiwan Swinging Skirts LPGA
$2.2M
Miramar G.C., New Taipei City, Chinese Taipei
NOV 3-6, 2022 TOTO Japan Classic
Seta Golf Course, Shiga, Japan $2M
NOV 10-13, 2022 Pelican Women's Championship
Pelican G.C., Belleair, Florida $2M
NOV 17-20, 2022 CME Group Tour Championship
Tiburon G.C., Naples, Florida $7M
JAN 20-23, 2023 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions Lake Nona Golf and Country Club, Orlando, Florida $1.5M
JAN 27-30, 2023 Gainbridge LPGA at Boca Rio Boca Rio Golf Club, Boca Raton, Florida $2M
FEB 3-5, 2023 LPGA Drive On Championship
Crown Colony Golf & Country Club, Fort Myers, Florida $1.5M
MAR 3-6, 2023 HSBC Women’s World Championship
Sentosa Golf Club, Tanjong Course, Singapore $1.7M
MAR 10-13, 2023 Honda LPGA ailand
MAR 24-27, 2023
Siam Country Club, Pattaya Old Course, Chonburi, ailand $1.6M
JTBC Classic presented by Barbasol
Aviara Golf Club, Carlsbad, CA
MAR 31-APR 3, 2023 e Chevron Championship
APR 13-16, 2023
$1.5M
Mission Hills Country Club, Dinah Shore Tournament Course, Rancho Mirage, CA $5M
LOTTE Championship presented by Hoakalei
Hoakalei Country Club, Ewa Beach, Oahu, HI $2M
APR 21-24, 2023 DIO Implant LA Open
APR 28- MAY 1, 2023
MAY 12-15, 2023
MAY 25-29, 2023
JUN 2-5, 2023
Wilshire Country Club, Los Angeles, CA
Palos Verdes Championship presented by Bank of America
Palos Verdes Golf Club, Palos Verdes Estates, CA
Cognizant Founders Cup
$1.5M
$1.5M
Upper Montclair Country Club, Cli on, NJ $3M
Bank of Hope LPGA Match-Play presented by MGM Rewards
Shadow Creek, Las Vegas, NV
U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica
$1.5M
Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club, Southern Pines, NC $10M
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LIFE AS WE ALL PRACTICE
BEEN CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED, OR CHANGED
AND PHYSICAL DISTANCING. DUE TO THE CURRENT OUTBREAK, MANY EVENTS
TO ATTENDING. THANK YOU.
SEPTEMBER
SEPT 10 | WOOD STREET FAIR
This year’s fair will consist of numerous award winning artists spanning Wood Street and along the Riverfront. Works for sale will include items such as wood workings, stained glass, jewelry, bath products, embroidery, quilts, ceramics, crafts and more. There will be three food courts and lots of free parking. Don’t miss out on all of the fun! For more info visit: woodstreetfair.com
SEPT 17 - 18 | SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
The Downbeach Seafood Festival will be highlighting all the fantastic dining options this coastal area has to offer. Whether it’s trying the vast selection of local restaurants, sipping Jersey made craft beers, cooking with local chefs, shopping unique exhibitors, or playing in the sand, you will find yourself im mersed in festival and all it has to offer. For more info visit: downbeachseafoodfest.com
OCTOBER
OCT 1 - 2 | EXIT ZERO JAZZ FEST
The Exit Zero Jazz Festival debuted in November 2012 in the national historic landmark city of Cape May, a picturesque beach town. You might find yourself one min ute second-lining to a New Orleans brass band, and, in the next, snaking through town behind a 22-piece Brazilian drum bloco. The joy of the Exit Zero Jazz Festival is in the discovery of incredible music and musicians you may never have known existed. For more info visit: exitzerojazzfestival.com
OCT 8 - 9 | PUMPKIN SHOW
The Jersey Pumpkin Show has become one of the best ways to welcome the autumn harvest with kids and parents alike. The giant Pumpkin Pyramid, filled with pumpkins, gourds and mums, represents everything beautiful about the fall harvest. For more info visit: sjpumpkinshow.com
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AWARE
OCT 15 - 16 | CRANBERRY FESTIVAL
The Cranberry Festival is a celebration of New Jersey’s cranberry harvest, the 3rd largest in the United States. Enjoy live entertainment Cranberry Cafe and Bakery, Pine Barrens photography, quilt blocking, hat decorating, cranberry floral arrangement, the smallest and largest cranberry display and the best cranberry recipe.
For more info visit: cranfest.info
NOVEMBER
NOV 18 - 20 | MOB MOVIE CON
From the creators of SopranosCon and BoxingCon, come celebrate the mafia and gangster genre in TV and cinema like never before! For more info visit: mobmoviecon.com
NOV 24 | PARVIN TURKEY TROT
Join the Parvin Appreciation Committee and Second Capital Running for the annual Parvin Turkey Trot! A 5K Trail Race on Thanksgiving Morning at The Peoples’ Park. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3mApmWb
TIMES ARE LIMITING MANY ASPECTS
DECEMBER
DEC 1 - 30 | HOLIDAY LIGHT SHOW
This year’s holiday light show you won’t want to miss! Drive a course through America’s only construction theme & water park to witness lights, holiday displays, tunnels, and our very own radio station to fill your car with holiday spirit!
For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3e8mmNH
DEC 2 - 4 | GERMAN CHRISTMAS MARKET
The purpose of this event is and will remain consistent: To provide our community with a joyous event celebrating the beginning of the Holiday Season while recognizing and giving back to those in need in our community. So enjoy a great day of supporting the community in this German Christmas Market!
For more info visit: germanchristmasmarketnj.com
DEC 3 | DICKENS FESTIVAL
Main Street in Medford has become an old-fashioned winter wonder-
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land at the start of the holiday season. The official tree lighting begins when a town crier transports Santa and Mrs. Claus to the center of downtown. Upon Santa’s arrival, the town gets busy with tons of activities, plus magic, comedy, and juggling shows. For more info visit:
FEBRUARY
more info
JANUARY
Jan 13 - 29 | CAMELOT
The legendary love triangle of King Arthur, Guenevere, and Sir Lancelot leaps from the pages of T.H. White’s novel in Lerner and Loewe’s award-winning, soaring musical, CAMELOT. Newly adapted by David Lee, this intimate cautionary tale of idealism, hope, and love is vitally reimagined to feature a small ensemble of storytellers. For more info visit:
JAN 27 - 29 | FLY FISHING SHOW
An entertaining and informative consumer show dedicated to connecting customers with business owners, manufacturers and other fly
FEB 1 - 26 | FILM FESTIVAL
The New Jersey Film Festivals is dedicated to exhibiting independent, classic, international, and experimental films. It will be pre sented virtually this year. Stream more than 40 international films, American independent features, short subjects and classic revivals. Watch out for special guest appearances and Q&A sessions. Grab your popcorn and enjoy! For more info
FEB 24 - 26 | HOME & GARDEN SHOW
New Jersey’s home & garden event features over 200 exhibitors with the area’s top services & products. Attend expert presentations, meet kitchen and bath designers, improve your home’s curb appeal, shop home decor, attend a painting class, & more! For more info visit:
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MARCH
MARCH 17 - 30 | MACBETH
One of the most transcendent tragedies in the history of theater, William Shakespeare’s Macbeth dramatizes the damaging physical and psychological effects of political ambition on those who seek power. A brave Scottish general named Macbeth receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become King of Scotland. Consumed by ambition and spurred to action by his wife, Macbeth finds himself in a rapidly-rising ascent of murder and deceit. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3SkKvBH
March 23 - 26 | Film Festival
The Garden State film festival is held together by the philosophy of promoting an engendering independent films and new and inspiring filmmakers, and they have garnered support from Hollywood heavyweights like Glenn Close, Frank Vincent, Michael Uslan and James Gandolfini. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3BRvW1C
APRIL
April 1 - 30 | Tulip Festival
Holland Ridge Farms is a family-owned flower grower and flower farm in New Jersey. Our U-Pick Tulip season opens when the millions of bulbs we planted in the fall burst into bloom. Rows and rows of colorful tulips as far as the eye can see! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3iYfOl8
APRIL 28 - 30 | THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT TIME
Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain, but is illequipped to interpret everyday life. When he falls under suspicion for killing his neighbor’s dog he sets out to identify the culprit, which leads to a journey that will change his life forever. For more info visit: https://bit.ly/3r9WOVF
MAY MAY TBA | RENAISSANCE FAIRE
New Jersey Renaissance Faire features music, dance, comedy,
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living history, stunts, various acts, demonstrations, vendors, food and drinks, and more. Browse through our enchanted crafts village where over one hundred merchants and artisans demonstrate and sell their wares. For more info visit: njrenfaire.com
May 5 - 7 | Wine & Food Festival
Held at New Jersey’s premier culinary destination, Crystal Springs Resort, the Festival’s events are designed to allow food and wine connoisseurs to meet and mingle with the world’s finest chefs and winemakers. For more info visit: njwinefoodfest.com
JUNE
June 3 - 4 | Beer & Music Festival
This weekend on Bader Field marks 16 yrs of celebrating beer. With over 100 breweries, nearly 500 beers, and great tunes! For more info visit: acbeerfest.com
east, that brings in many of the world’s top aerobatic performers! There will be aerobatic performances, air shows, static displays, entertainment, historical displays, car shows, night shows, ground exhibits, food vendors, and more. For more info visit: greenwoodlakeairshow.com
JUNE 23 - 25 | ROCK, RIBS, & RIDGES FESTIVAL
A two-day celebration of great Southern Rock music, finger-lickin’ barbeque and good times at Sussex County FairGrounds! For more info visit: rockribsandridges.com
JULY
JULY 2 - 5 | INDEPENDENCE DAY
JUNE 9 - 11 | AIR SHOW
The greatest Air Show in the North-
The whole state is dressed in red, white, and blue and ready to celebrate America’s Independence! New Jersey is famous for its 4th of July waterfront extravaganza in Atlantic City and other great locations along the coast. But there are many other smaller events that bring in the charm of small-town celebrations with communities getting
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together and enjoying traditional entertainment. For more info visit:
JULY 28 - 30 | FESTIVAL OF BALLOONING
The family friendly festival will feature mass ascensions, balloon rides, sunrise yoga, non-stop family entertainment, headlining concerts, crafters, vendors, balloon glow, food, fireworks, and much more. Experi ence a weekend of family friendly fun! For more info visit: balloonfestival.com
ebrates the Morris Canal and its contributions to the development of the communities along its banks. Come to a day of free family fun featuring a craft show, great food, educational events and enjoy a day of listening to a wide variety of musical entertainers. For more info visit: canalday.org
SEPTEMBER
SEPT TBA | BEARDFEST
JULY 28 - 30 | STATE FARE
The New Jersey State Fair includes 4-H shows and exhibits, horse shows, carnival, performing art, family entertainment, demo derby, exhibits, food, and more. This is a great way to enjoy the summer with your family! For more info visit: https://bit.ly/2L3Yv5A
AUGUST
AUG TBA | CANAL DAY FESTIVAL
An old time country fair that cel-
Escape with us for a weekend in the Jersey Pines where you’ll experience music, visual art, nature, discussion, playtime, and community building unlike anywhere else. Our team works hard to cultivate & curate a breathtaking participatory experience to engage and stimulate festival goers of all ages. For more info visit: beardfest.net
SessionDate
2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
* Schedule subject to change
TimeFeatured Matches
1Mon,January16,202311:00amMen'sandWomen's1stRound
2Mon,January16,20237:00pmMen'sandWomen's1stRound
3Tue,January17,202311:00amMen’sandWomen’s1stRound
4Tue,January17,20237:00pmMen’sandWomen’s1stRound
5Wed,January18,202311:00amMen’sandWomen’s2ndRound
6Wed,January18,20237:00pmMen’sandWomen’s2ndRound
7Thu,January19,202311:00amMen’sandWomen’s2ndRound
8Thu,January19,20237:00pmMen’sandWomen’s2ndRound
9Fri,January20,202311:00amMen’sandWomen’s3rdRound
10Fri,January20,20237:00pmMen’sandWomen’s3rdRound
11Sat,January21,202311:00amMen’sandWomen’s3rdRound
12Sat,January21,20237:00pmMen’sandWomen’s3rdRound
13Sun,January22,202311:00amMen’sandWomen’s4thRound
14Sun,January22,20237:00pmMen’sandWomen’s4thRound
15Mon,January23,202311:00amMen’sandWomen’s4thRound
16Mon,January23,20237:00pmMen’sandWomen’s4thRound
17Tue,January24,202311:00am
18Tue,January24,20237:00pm
19Wed,January25,202311:00am
20Wed,January25,20237:30pm
21Thu,January26,202311:00am
22Thu,January26,20237:30pm
23Fri,January27,20233:00pm
24Sat,January28,20234:00pm
25Sun,January29,20234:00pm
Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals
Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals
Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals
Men’s and Women’s Quarterfinals
Women’s Semifinals
Men’s Semifinal
Mixed Doubles Semi /Women’s Doubles Final / Men’s Singles Semifinal
Women’s Singles Final /Men’s Doubles Final
Mixed Doubles Final /Men’s Singles Final
2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
DATE PLAY STARTSESSION
MAY 29 - SUN Day - 11:00 AMMen’s & Women’s 1st Round
MAY 30 - MON Day - 11:00 AMMen’s & Women’s 1st Round
MAY 30 - MON Evening - 9:00 PMMen’s & Women’s 1st Round
MAY 31 - TUE Day - 11:00 AMMen’s & Women’s 2nd Round
MAY 31 - TUE Evening - 9:00 PMMen’s & Women’s 2nd Round
MAY 31 - WED Day - 11:00 AMMen’s & Women’s 3rd Round
MAY 31 - WED Evening - 9:00 PMMen’s & Women’s 3rd Round
JUN 01 - THU Day - 11:00 AMMen’s & Women’s 4th Round
JUN 01 - THU Evening - 9:00 PMMen’s & Women’s 4th Round
JUN 02 - FRI Day - 12:00 PM3rd Round
JUN 02 - FRI Evening - 9:00 PM3rd Round
JUN 03 - SAT Day - 12:00 AM3rd Round
JUN 03 - SAT Evening - 9:00 PM3rd Round
JUN 04 - SUN Day - 11:00 AM4th Round
JUN 04 - SUN Evening - 9:00 PM4th Round
JUN 05 - MON Day - 11:00 AM4th Round
JUN 05 - MON Evening - 9:00 PM4th Round
JUN 06 - TUE Day - 12:00 PM Quarter nals
JUN 06 - TUE Evening - 5:00 PM Quarter nals
JUN 07 - WED Day - 12:00 PM Quarter nals
JUN 07 - WED Evening - 5:00 PM Quarter nals
JUN 08 - THU Day - 2:00 PM Semi nals
JUN 09 - FRI Day - 3:00 PMMen’s Semi Finals 1
JUN 09 - FRI Evening - 7:00 PMMen’s Semi Finals 2
JUN 10 - SAT Day - 3:00 PM Women's Singles Final, Men's Doubles Final
JUN 11 - SUN Day - 3:00 PM Men's Singles Final
2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
DATE PLAY STARTSESSION
Mon, July 03 11:00 AMMen's & Ladies' 1st Round
Tues, July 04 11:00 AMMen's & Ladies' 1st Round
Wed, July 05 11:00 AMMen's & Ladies' 2nd Round
urs, July 6 11:00 AMMen's & Ladies' 2nd Round
Fri, July 07 11:00 AMMen's & Ladies' 3rd Round
Sat, July 08 11:00 AMMen's & Ladies' 3rd Round
Sun, July 09 11:00 AMMen's & Ladies' 4th Round
Mon, July 10 11:00 AMMen's & Ladies' 4th Round
Tues, July 11 11:00 AM
Wed, July 12 11:00 AM
urs, July 13 1:00 PM
Men's Singles Quarter nals Ladies’ Singles Quarter nals
Men's Singles Quarter nals Ladies’ Singles Quarter nals
Ladies' Singles Semi nals Mixed Doubles Final
Fri, July 14 1:00 PMMen's Singles Semi nals
Sat, July 15 2:00 PM
Sun, July 16 2:00 PM
Ladies' Singles Final, Men's Doubles Final,
Men's Singles Final, Ladies’ Doubles Final
2023 GRAND SLAM TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE
* Schedule subject to change
Start Times Listed in EST
SESSION DATE SCHEDULEPLAY STARTMATCHES
1 Mon, 28 Aug Day 11.00am
Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
2 Mon, 28 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
3 Tue, 29 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
4 Tue, 29 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 1st Round
5 Wed, 30 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
6 Wed, 30 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
7 Thu, 31 Aug Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
8 Thu, 31 Aug Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 2nd Round
9 Fri, 1 Sep Day 11.00am Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
10 Fri, 1 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
11 Sat, 2 Sep Day 11.00am
Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
12 Sat, 2 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s 3rd Round
13 Sun, 3 Sep Day 11.00am
Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
14 Sun, 3 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
15 Mon, 4 Sep Day 11.00am
16 Mon, 4 Sep Night 7.00pm
Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
Men’s / Women’s Round of 16
17 Tue, 5 Sep Day 12.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals
18 Tue, 5 Sep Night 7.00pm
19 Wed, 6 Sep Day 12.00pm
Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals
Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals
20 Wed, 6 Sep Night 7.00pm Men’s / Women’s Quarterfinals
21 Thu, 7 Sep Day 12.00pm
22 Fri, 8 Sep Day 12.00pm
23 Fri, 8 Sep Night 7.00pm
Women’s Semifinals /
Men’s Doubles Final or Mixed Doubles Final / Men’s Semifinal 1
Men’s Semifinal 2
TIME TO
It is time to start thinking about traveling again. Why not go somewhere historic and fun. Learn about Incan civilization at Machu Picchu in Peru or Mayan civilization in Mexico.
Machu Picchu, or the lost city as it is often referred to, is a bucketlist type of destination. As a world heritage site and one of the new Seven Wonders of the world, it is often considered to be the most spectacular urban creation of the Incan civilization.
It was built as a sacred site around 1430 by the 9th Incan king without
the use of mortar. The stonework for the buildings is so well put together that there are no gaps in the joins. Instead, stones were cut to fit together. The stones can weigh as much as 50 tons and were transported without wheels. Rather, they were pushed up the hill by hundreds of men.
Visit the semi-circular Temple of the Sun which is built around an enormous boulder. See the Temple of the Moon and its
ceremonial shrine built into a cave with niches that most likely held mummies. There is also a museum which explains how and why Machu Picchu was built. Located 8000 feet above sea level and deep in the tropical forest, it offers amazing architecture, incredible scenery and an abundance of unusual flora and fauna.
There are 2 ways to arrive at Machu Picchu. One can travel by train from either Cusco or the Sacred Valley. Cusco is the easiest and the voyage takes 3.5 hours along the Urubamba River in the Sacred Valley. There is a hotel on site with a restaurant as well as luxury hotels in Cusco. Cusco is filled with historic sites from Incan and colonial times as well as restaurants, shopping and people watching.
Along the Yucatan Peninsula, there are many historic sites built by the ancient Mayan people. One of the most popular is Tulum which is a well-preserved 13th century walled city situated on tall cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea. It is easily accessed from Cancun. Visit El Castillo, the
temple of the Frescoes and the Temple of the Descending God or explore the underground caverns of LabnaHa Eco Park and consider snorkeling in the caves of Cenote Dos Ojos.
A day trip from Tulum takes you to the city of Chichen Itza, another of the new Seven Wonders of the World. It is one of the largest and best preserved architectural sites in the world. There are many ancient Mayan structures including the famous El Castillo pyramid which dominates the center of the site. It is 98 feet tall. There is also an ancient sports
arena, the Osario Pyramid and the Temple of the Warriors. The city was built over centuries going back as far as 600 ad and grew until the 1600’s when it was conquered by the Spanish.
Along with the historic sites on the Yucatan Peninsula, there are wonderful places to stay - Cancun for a city feel and Playa del Carmen for a small-town vibe and there is no shortage of all-inclusive beach resorts.
Trends for 2022 ACCESSORY
After a year of staying in the house, wearing sweats and other assorted quarantine gear, it is time for a change. Many are now finally ready to dress up, even while still wearing masks and social distancing. Break out all of those accessories that piled up from months of online shopping. Nobody will judge if you overaccessorize.
The new year brings changing trends in jewelry, both traditional and avant-garde. Pearls have always been in, but we are now seeing more of the freshwater variety. They have a more contemporary look. From pearl drop earrings to layered necklaces that mix
pearls with other materials, pearls work for all occasions. There are also personalized extra-long pendant necklaces and charm bracelets. Colorful beads are always a hit, whether worn as earrings, necklaces, or bracelets. Chain link necklaces and bracelets with attached charms are also hot
at the moment. And feel free to stack rings on a couple fingers while you’re at it!
A brand new trend is mismatched earrings or simply wearing one dramatic shoulder grazing earring. Of course two shoulder length earrings also work. Mixing and matching different textures is also very popular. Instead of smooth gold hoops, go for a textured pair in silver; silver has made a huge comeback.
Several top designers have moved towards mini handbags recently, often on long chains. They can even be worn as a necklace. And of course, let’s not forget about diamonds. They remain at the top of the food chain. Just ask Marilyn Monroe -“Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend”.
Hair ornaments of all sizes can make a powerful fashion statement. There are a multitude of choices from traditional headbands to pearl hairpins or hair clips, barrettes, and even scrunchies. They come in a variety of fabrics from velvet to fur to leather. Most popular are headbands embellished with pearls, rhinestones or feathers. You’ll always look chic with a headband!
Regardless
Regardless of individual style, all can agree – now is the time to shine!