The Art of Elysium and Samsung Galaxy Present an Introduction to HEAVEN 2016

At the top of these private apartments in a historical building in Koreatown, we sat down to share dinner with an intimate crew in a small room, after cocktail (or water) hour in another quaint room nearby. The sunset glow peeping in from the old windows high above the city made me feel like I was in Paris for a few moments with the candles … Continue reading The Art of Elysium and Samsung Galaxy Present an Introduction to HEAVEN 2016

Phoenix House Honors Matthew Perry and Antonio Villaraigosa

An intimate gathering joined together in support of the Phoenix House in the lavish ballroom at the Beverly Hills Montage Hotel. As guests were seated, Violin prodigy Lee England, Jr. jammed in the middle of the tables “We Could Be Heroes.” His moving rendition of David Bowie’s “Hero” was a beautiful way to start the gala. For 35 years the Phoenix House (across ten states) has helped those … Continue reading Phoenix House Honors Matthew Perry and Antonio Villaraigosa

Children Mending Hearts in Malibu

Shuttles whisked us to a grand Malibu home hanging on the rugged coastline for the 7th Annual Children Mending Hearts “Empathy Rocks” Fundraiser Sunday, June 14. As we approached the orange carpet on this unusual steamy day, the media was in full force snapping young starlets’ photos. The long driveway led to silent auction items, gorgeous products being displayed that could be purchased, and an area for kids … Continue reading Children Mending Hearts in Malibu

New Horizons Gala 2015

Out in Burbank, California above Griffith Park the Calamigos Ranch at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center was buzzing this past Saturday night for the New Horizons “Havana Nights” Gala Fundraiser. Guests mingled in the garden courtyard over cocktails and silent auction items while posing for photos with their favorite actors. Charming and dashing Brant Daugherty, of ABC’s hit show, Pretty Little Liars, hosted the gala, while gorgeous Torrey DeVitto, also from Pretty … Continue reading New Horizons Gala 2015

Kiehl’s supports Recycle Across America

As Earth Day draws upon us, Kiehl’s on Montana in Santa Monica turned into a private event to unveil the environmental partnership with actors Elizabeth Olsen and Maggie Q. To help save the world, their new Limited Edition Label Art Collection of Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado, will benefit Recycle Across America. A hundred percent of the net profits, up to $50,000 will be used to create 65,000 recycling labels … Continue reading Kiehl’s supports Recycle Across America

Unstoppable Foundation 6th Annual Gala Honors Warren Moon

Surrounded by mega influencers in sports, entertainment, and charity, as well as best-selling authors, nationally known speakers, and global thought leaders at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, we met Warren Moon, the quarterback of the Houston Oilers, NFL football player Michael Robinson, former standout tight end Tony Gonzalez (who served as the co-chairman of the Gala) and many other NFL football greats inside at the red carpet social … Continue reading Unstoppable Foundation 6th Annual Gala Honors Warren Moon

36th Annual Food Fare to Support Planned Parenthood LA

For the last 36 years, the massive philanthropic and gastronomic event in LA has raised funds to benefit the education and healthcare initiatives of Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, including life-saving cancer screenings, birth control, and STD testing and treatment. Last year, PPLA provided over 270,000 patient visits throughout Los Angeles County. Next week Food Fare 2015 will feature over 100 LA restaurants, caterers, wineries, breweries, vendors, … Continue reading 36th Annual Food Fare to Support Planned Parenthood LA

Montblanc partners with WriteGirl

Sipping champagne and staring at all the beautiful Montblanc watches, pens, and the latest Bespoke 25 Collection, the Montblanc store at the Beverly Center paired with Departures Magazine to honor Margaret Hyde for her outstanding support of Write Girl. If you have kids or you are an educator, you may know of Margaret Hyde’s “Great Art for Kids” series, such as Picasso for Kids and Matisse for Kids. I … Continue reading Montblanc partners with WriteGirl

Matt Goss brings Old Hollywood Glamour to LA to Support Both Ends Burning

Matt Goss, a modern day Frank Sinatra, brought Old Hollywood glamour to LA to support Both Ends Burning Foundation and give children a voice to the world. With a packed house, Matt Goss played a full concert at the W Hollywood to benefit this organization’s mission of helping orphaned children find loving homes.  Both Ends Burning seeks to eliminate the institutionalization of children and the … Continue reading Matt Goss brings Old Hollywood Glamour to LA to Support Both Ends Burning