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The Registry: Autumn and Winter
Your invitation to the season’s most anticipated glittering galas, glamorous balls, and fun-filled fundraisers
has arrived! The region’s most prominent charities and cultural organizations have planned their events for the fall
season and we’ve got all the details. Mark your calendar now and RSVP!
AIDS-Related Community Services (ARCS)
Providing essential services to those affected by HIV/AIDS and offering HIV-prevention education and outreach to at-risk communities in the Hudson Valley region.
Event: AIDS WALK: 2-mile walk, opening ceremony, entertainment, live band, DJ, food, prizes, face painting, and fun for children.
Date: Saturday, September 27
Time: 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Location: Waryas Park, Poughkeepsie
Contact: J. Dewey, Director of Resource Enhancement and Public Relations, 785-8326
40 Saw Mill River Rd., Hawthorne 10532
Phone: (800) 992-1442
Fax: 785-8243
http://www.arcs.org
Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley/Rockland/Westchester, NY
Chapter
Eliminating Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; providing and enhancing care and support for all affected; and reducing the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Event: Tenth Annual Golf Tournament: BBQ lunch, golf, cocktails, dinner, prize drawings, and awards presentations.
Date: Monday, September 8
Time: 10:30 a.m. Registration
Location: Hampshire Country Club, Mamaroneck
Co-Chairs: Ronald & Donna Sylvestri, Bronxville
Ticket Prices: $375 Golfer; Sponsorships available
Contact: Terry Kean, 428-1919; terry.kean@alz.org
Event: Annual Memory Walk: 5K (3.1 mile) walk; music, refreshments, and penny social.
Date: Sunday, October 5
Time: 9 a.m. Registration
Location: White Plains High School, White Plains
Contact: Terry Kean, 428-1919; terry.kean@alz.org
Address: 785 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains, 10605
Phone: 428-1919
Fax: 428-0983
http://www.alz.org/hudsonvalley
American Cancer Society
Eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
Event: An Evening of Jazz—Gourmet: Dining, live entertainment, silent auction, and awards ceremony to benefit the American Cancer Society and the Patient Navigation Program at Northern Westchester Hospital.
Date: Thursday, September 25
Location: Whippoorwill Country Club, Armonk
Co-Chairs: Peter & Donna Samaha, North Salem; Peter & Nyna Giles, Pound Ridge
Contact: Lauren Herman, 397-8842; lauren.herman@cancer.org
Address: 2 Lyon Pl., White Plains 10601
Phone: 949-4800
Fax: 397-8851
http://www.cancer.org
American Heart Association
Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Event: Westchester Start!: Heart Walk—3-mile walk
Date: Saturday, September 27
Time: 8:30 a.m.
Location: Whippoorwill Country Club, Armonk
Contact: Lauren Herman, 397-8842; lauren.herman@cancer.org
Address: 3020 Westchester Ave., Purchase 10577
Phone: 640-3260
Fax: 694-1285
http://www.americanheart.org
AmeriCares
An international relief organization whose passion to help is matched by an ability to deliver.
Event: AmeriCares Airlift Benefit: Cocktails, dinner, and dancing. Halfway through the evening, nearly 65 guests board a plane and travel to a country for a one day to visit with AmeriCares beneficiaries.
Date: Saturday, October 4
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Westchester County Airport, Hangar E, White Plains
Ticket Prices: $250 & Up, Individual; $5,000 & Up, Tables of 10
Contact: Katherine Bequary, (203) 658-9556; kbequary@americares.org
Address: 88 Hamilton Ave., Stamford, CT 06902
Phone: (203) 658-9500
Fax: (203) 327-5200
http://www.americares.org
Andrus Children’s Center
Serving children and families who have or are at risk of developing emotional illness or behavioral health problems.
Event: Best for Westchester—Cocktails, dinner, dancing, live auction, and raffle.
Date: Friday, October 24
Time: 6:30 p.m. Cocktails
Location: Abigail Kirsch Ballroom, The New York Botanical Gardens, Bronx
Contact: Kevin Cook, Director of Development, 965-3700, ext. 1241; kcook@jdam.org
Address: 1156 N. Broadway, Yonkers 10701
Phone: 965-3700
Fax: 798-5544
http://www.andruschildren.org
Anshe Sholom Sisterhood
Providing educational and social events that join our congregation together in the learning of the Torah, love of Israel, maintaining our culture and traditions, and the mitzvah of Bikur Cholim.
Event: Annual Dinner
Date: Sunday, September 14
Time: Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Congregation Anshe Sholom, New Rochelle
Chairperson: Shoshana Fayon, Pelham Manor
Honoree: Constance Levi, Larchmont
Ticket Price: $55 Individual
Contact: Ruth Grayson, 632-4555
Address: 50 North Ave., New Rochelle 10805
Phone: 632-9220
Fax: 632-8182
http://www.anshesholomnewrochelle.org
Bert Saperstein Communication Scholarship Fund, Inc.
Scholarship awards for qualified and needy full-time students pursuing a degree at an accredited college or university.
Event: Fourteenth Annual Bert Saperstein Scholarship Fund Open: Golf, breakfast, lunch, dinner, open bar, prizes, awards, silent bids, and more.
Date: Tuesday, September 16
Times: 10 a.m. Registration; 12:30 p.m. Tee Off
Location: Bonnie Briar Country Club, Larchmont
Co-Chairs: David Saperstein, New Rochelle; Larry Saperstein, Hastings-on-Hudson
Ticket Price: $300 Golfer
Contact: David Saperstein, 636-1281; info@bsc-scholarshipfund.org
Address: PO Box 42, Wykagyl Station, New Rochelle 10804
Phone: 636-1281
http://www.bsc-scholarshipfund.org
Blythedale Children’s Hospital
Dedicated to improving the health status and quality of life of children with complex medical and rehabilitative needs.
Event: Twelfth Annual Charity Outing: Brunch for golfers; lunch for morning tennis with silent auction; cocktail reception and dinner for golfers and afternoon tennis; live auction and journal.
Date: Monday, September 15
Times: 9:30 a.m. Morning Tennis Registration; 10:30 a.m. Golf Registration; 12 Noon Shotgun; 1:30 p.m. Afternoon Tennis Registration; 5 p.m. Cocktails & Dinner
Location: Sunningdale Country Club, Scarsdale
Ticket Prices: $150 Lunch only, $200 Dinner only; $200 Morning Tennis, $400 Afternoon Tennis; $600 Golfer; Sponsorships available
Contact: Betsy Bowman, 592-7138 ext. 411; betsyb@blythedale.org
Address: 95 Bradhurst Ave., Valhalla, 10595
Phone: 592-7555
Fax: 592-0407
http://www.blythedale.org
Boys and Girls Club of New Rochelle
Inspiring and enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
Event: Forty-Sixth Annual Golf Outing: A full day of golf and an awards dinner.
Date: Tuesday, October 14
Location: Wykagyl Country Club, New Rochelle
Co-Chairs: Joseph Miressi, New Rochelle; Neil Clark, New Rochelle
Contact: Lynne Marie Bielecki, 235-3736, ext. 21; lbielecki@bgcnr.org
Address: 79 Seventh St., New Rochelle 10801
Phone: 235-3736
http://www.bgcnr.org
Breast Cancer Alliance
Funding innovative breast cancer research and promoting breast health through education and outreach.
Event: Annual Benefit Luncheon & Fashion Show: Luncheon and fashion show by Mitchells/Richards.
Date: Thursday October 30
Times: 11 a.m. Doors Open; 11:45 a.m. Seating; 2 p.m. After Party & Boutique
Location: Hyatt Regency Greenwich, Old Greenwich, CT
Ticket Prices: $300 & Up, Individual
Contact: (203) 861-0014
Address: 15 E. Putnam Ave., No. 414, Greenwich, CT 06830
Phone: (203) 861-0014
Fax: (203) 861-1940
http://www.breastcanceralliance.org
Broadcasters Foundation of America
Providing financial assistance to radio and television broadcasters who are in acute personal financial need.
Event: Celebrity Golf Tournament
Date: Monday, September 15
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Quaker Ridge Golf Club, Scarsdale
Co-Chairs: Tom Kane, President, CBS-TV stations; Traug Keller, President, ESPN Deportes and Radio
Ticket Price: $8,000 Foursome
Contact: Gordon Hastings, Tournament Director, (203) 862-8577; ghhbcast@aol.com
Address: 7 Lincoln Ave., Greenwich, CT 06830
Phone: (203) 862-8577
Fax: Fax: (203) 629-5739
Cancer Support Team
Exists to enhance the quality of life of Lower Westchester County individuals and families affected by cancer.
Event: Tenth Annual Women’s Health Awareness Luncheon: Jane Brody—Living the Great Life After Cancer—Luncheon and educational lecture.
Date: Wednesday, October 15
Time: 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Westchester Country Club, Harrison
Co-Chairs: Stephanie Piccone, Larchmont; Michele Power, Bronxville
Ticket Prices: $75–$500 Individual; $1,000 Tables
Contact: Judith Dobrof, DSW, 777-2777, ext. 15; jdobrof@cancersupportteam.org
Address: 875 Mamaroneck Ave., Ste. 204, Mamaroneck 10543
Phone: 777-2777
Fax: 777-2780
http://www.cancersupportteam.org
Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts
Dedicated to distinguishing itself by attracting world-class performers and launching the finest young musical talent; and to sustaining curriculum-based, participatory, educational outreach programs.
Event: An Evening of Wine: Exceptional vintage wines and a six-course dinner menu prepared by chef Peter X. Kelly.
Date: Friday, October 17
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: The House Museum, Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts, Katonah
Ticket Price: $1,750 Individual
Contact: Christine Bosco, Manager of Special Events, 232-1492;
events@caramoor.org
Event: Bel Canto Opera Luncheon: Fund-raising luncheon celebrating Caramoor’s internationally acclaimed Bel Canto at Caramoor opera programs.
Date: Tuesday, October 28
Time: 12 Noon
Location: The Union Club, New York City
Ticket Prices: $300, $600, $1,000 Individual
Contact: Christine Bosco, Manager of Special Events, 232-1492; events@caramoor.org
Address: 149 Girdle Ridge Rd., Katonah 10536
Phone: 232-5035
Fax: 232-5521
http://www.caramoor.org
The Children’s Village
Working in partnership with families to help society’s most vulnerable children so that they become educationally proficient, economically productive, and socially responsible members of their communities.
Event: Golf & Tennis Classic
Date: Monday, September 15
Time: 11 a.m. Shotgun Start
Location: St. Andrew’s Golf Club, Hastings-on-Hudson
Chairperson: Mark Scherzer, Morgan Stanley
Ticket Prices: $75 Dinner only; $300 Tennis Player; $625 Golfer; $2,600 Foursome; Sponsorships available
Contact: RoseAnn Magdaleno, 693-0600, ext. 1224; rmagdaleno@childrensvillage.org
Address: Echo Hills Dobbs Ferry 10522
Phone: 693-0600
Fax: 693-0622
http://www.childrensvillage.org
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Assuring the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease.
Event: Third Annual Bikers for Breath: Escorted motorcycle ride followed by a BBQ with live music, raffles, and more.
Date: Sunday, August 17
Times: 10 a.m. Ride Begins; 2 Noon Lunch & Party
Location: New Roc Harley Davidson, New Rochelle
Chairperson: Mr. Ed “Chevy” Shevlin, New Rochelle
Ticket Price: $25 Individual; Sponsorships available
Contact: Teresa Gaudio, 993-1460; tgaudio@cff.org
Address: 245 Main St., Ste. 520, White Plains 10601
Phone: 993-1460
Fax:: 993-1463
http://www.cff.org
Danbury Hospital Development Fund, Inc.
Raising money in support of Danbury Hospital to fund patient care programs and services, new construction, and facility renovations.
Event: Fiftieth Annual Danbury Hospital Ball: Black tie gala, dining, dancing, and “surprises.”
Date: Saturday, November 15
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Ethan Allen Hotel, Danbury, CT
Co-Chairs:Nancy Murphy, Newtown, CT; Bonnie Zuccala, New Fairfield, CT
Contact: Susan M. Kania, Director of Donor Relations & Stewardship, (203) 739-7354;
Sue.Kania@danhosp.org
Address: 24 Hospital Ave., Danbury, CT 06810
Phone: (203) 739-7227
Fax: (203) 830-2029
http://www.danburyhospital.org/devfund/
Family Services of Westchester
Dedicated to providing a broad range of social and mental health services that strengthen and support families, children, and individuals at every stage of the life cycle.
Event: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Westchester Fundraiser: Cocktail party and silent auction.
Date: Saturday, October 4
Time: 6 p.m.–9 p.m.
Location: Blue Hill at Stone Barns, Pocantico Hills
Co-Chairs: Deborah Boillot, Rye; Valerie Brown, Bedford Corners
Ticket Price: $175 Individual
Contact: 937-2320, ext. 143; bbbs@fsw.org
Event: The Jewel Celebration: A wine-tasting toasting 10 years of intergenerational partnership. Presented in collaboration with the Mount Kisco Day Care Center.
Date: Saturday, November 15
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Intergenerational Community, Mount Kisco
Contacts: Deborah Wilson, 937-2320, ext. 116; dwilson@fsw.org; Alex Gordevitch, 241-2135, ext. 243; agordevitch@mkdcc.org
Address: One Gateway Plz., Port Chester 10573
Phone: 937-2320
Fax: 690-0296
http://www.fsw.org
Federated Conservationists of Westchester County, Inc.
A coalition of individuals and organizations founded to protect Westchester’s natural resources and promote sustainable development through advocacy and education; Serve as connection between the environmental community, business, and government.
Event: Westchester Eco Leaders Gala: Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, green living silent auction honoring Westchester environmental stalwarts.
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 4 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Location: Private Estate, Rye
Co-Chairs: Jan Blaire, Irvington; Carolyn Cunningham, Rye
Ticket Prices: $145, $270, $500 Individual
Contacts Adiel Gavish, 422-4053; Adiel@fcwc.org
Address: 78 N. Broadway, E House, White Plains 10603
Phone: 422-4053
Fax: 422-4180
http://www.FCWC.org
The Food Bank for Westchester, Inc.
Alleviates and fights hunger and minimizes food waste in Westchester County by sorting and redistributing steady supplies of good-quality surplus food to emergency food programs, therefore engaging, educating, and empowering the community.
Event: An Evening in Good Taste: Tasting menu prepared by more than 25 of Westchester’s best chefs preparing their signature dishes.
Date: Thursday, October 23
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: 1133 Westchester Ave., White Plains
Co-Chairs: Marjorie Becker, Chappaqua; Amy Scher, Pleasantville
Ticket Price: $175 Individual
Contact: Eli Gordon, 923-1100; eli.gordon@foodbankforwestchester.org
Address: 358 Saw Mill River Rd., Millwood 10546
Phone: 923-1100
Fax: 923-1198
http://www.foodbankforwestchester.org
Franciscan Friars of the Atonement
Worldwide ministries include Christian unity; interfaith dialogue; serving the homeless, chemically dependent, and those living with HIV/AIDS; offering respite and hope to those in need of spiritual renewal.
Event: Seventh Annual St. Joseph’s Golf Tournament: Putting contest, scramble format, barbecue, silent auction.
Date: Monday, August 11
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Lake Placid Resort Mountain Course, Lake Placid
Ticket Prices: $85 Golfer; $340 Foursome; Corporate Packages & Sponsorships available
Contact: Kelly Morgan, (518) 891-3950, ext. 216; kmorgan@sjrcrehab.org
Event: Ninth Annual Graymoor Golf Classic: Breakfast, shotgun start, barbecue and prizes, silent auction.
Date: Monday, September 22
Time: 8 a.m.
Location: The Garrison, Garrison
Ticket Prices: $30 Barbecue & Silent Auction only; $700 Foursome
Contact: Lisa Koesling, (845) 424-3671, ext. 3126; lkoesling@atonementfriars.org
Event: Fifteenth Annual Sharing Hope Celebration Dinner: Black tie attire.
Date: Friday, October 10
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: The Pierre, New York City
Ticket Price: $500 Individual
Contact: Lisa Koesling, (845) 424-3671, ext. 3126; lkoesling@atonementfriars.org
Address: PO Box 301, Garrison 10524
Phone: (845) 424-3671
http://www.atonementfriars.org
Friends of Karen
A lifeline to critically ill children and their families.
Event: An Evening at Tribeca Rooftop: Cocktails, dinner, raffle, and relaxing on the rooftop.
Date: Tuesday, August 5
Time: 6:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Location: Tribeca Rooftop, New York City
Ticket Price: $200 Individual
Contact: Patricia Conway, (631) 473-1768
Event: Thirtieth Anniversary Gala Extravaganz: Dinner,
dancing, and a live auction.
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 7:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
Location: The Capitol Theatre, Port Chester
Honorees: Robin & Paul Greenwood, North Salem
Ticket Prices: $250 Individual; Sponsorships available
Contact: Gwen Salmo, 617-4051
Address: 118 Titicus Rd., Purdys 10578
Phone: 617-4051
Fax: 277-4967
http://www.friendsofkaren.org
Friends of the North Castle Public Library, Inc.
Exists to help the library achieve its maximum usefulness and benefit to the community as its informational and cultural center.
Event: Art After Dark Preview Party: Cocktail party featuring prior year’s Armonk Outdoor Art Show award-winning artists and their work.
Date: Thursday, September 25
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Swiss Re, Armonk
Chairperson: Kathy Goldberg, Armonk
Ticket Price: $75 Individual
Contact: Kathy Goldberg, 765-0371; kgoldberg@hotmail.com
Event: The Forty-Seventh Annual Armonk Outdoor Art Show: Fine art and fine crafts juried show run by community volunteers.
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, September 27 & 28
Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: Westchester Business Park, Armonk
Co-Chairs: Stan Berman, Armonk; Marian Hamilton, Armonk; Debbie Heidecorn, Armonk; Sylvia Rogers, Armonk
Contact: Marian Hamilton, 273-4112; hammyhere@aol.com
Address: 19 Whippoorwill Rd. East, Armonk 10504
http://www.armonkoutdoorartshow.org
Gilda’s Club Westchester
Providing a place where people living with cancer, their family members, and friends can join with others to build social and emotional support as a supplement to medical care.
Event: Ninth Annual Golf Invitational: Brunch buffet, shotgun golf tournament for men and ladies, and dinner with cocktails.
Date: Monday, September 22
Times: 10 a.m. Registration; 12 Noon Shotgun Golf; 6 p.m. Dinner & Cocktails
Location: Quaker Ridge Golf Club, Scarsdale
Contact: Christine Consiglio, Director of Special Events, 644-8844
Address: 80 Maple Ave., White Plains 10601
Phone: 644-8844
Fax: 644-8284
http://www.gildasclubwestchester.org
Girl Scouts Heart of the Hudson, Inc.
Building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
Event: Golf Outing: Golf, raffles, and BBQ dinner.
Date: Saturday, September 29
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Branton Woods Golf Course, Hopewell Junction
Co-Chairs: Tom Dunn, Yorktown; Ben Thompson, Wappingers Falls; Jeff Salmonese, Poughkeepsie
Ticket Price: $250 Individual
Contact: Sue Dishart, 747-3080, ext. 219
Address:2 Great Oak Ln., Pleasantville 10570
Phone: 747-3080
Fax: 747-4263
http://www.girlscoutshh.org
Green Chimneys
Restoring possibilities and creating futures for children with emotional, behavioral, social, and learning challenges.
Event: Fourteenth Annual Executive Golf Challenge: 18 holes of golf, brunch, cocktails, awards dinner, auction, and fun with friends.
Date: Monday, August 18
Times: 9:30 a.m. Registration; 12 Noon Shotgun Start; 5:30 p.m. Cocktails & Dinner
Location: Salem Golf Club, North Salem
Chairperson: Angelo Matra, Brewster
Ticket Prices: $450 Individual; Sponsorships available
Contact: Kathryn Semel, Special Events, (845) 279-2995, ext. 108; ksemel@greenchimneys.org
Address: 400 Doansburg Rd., Box 719, Brewster 10509
Phone: (845) 279-2995
http://www.greenchimneys.org
Greenwich Hospital
Assuring the availability of quality, value-driven safe health care, regardless of ability to pay; attention given to the health and well-being of community residents through education, outreach and other innovative services.
Event: The Gala for Greenwich Hospital
Date: Saturday, October 25
Time: 6:30 p.m.–11:30 pm
Location: Greenwich Country Club, Greenwich, CT
Ticket Prices: $600 Individual, $1,000 Patron, $1,500 Benefactor, $2,500 Vice Chairman; $10,000 Patron Tables of 10, $15,000 Benefactor Tables of 10, $25,000 Vice Chairman Tables of 10; Sponsorships available
Contact: Stephanie Dunn Ashley, Director of Special Events, (203) 863-3860; Lynn Pinto Cerchio, (203) 863-3865; Betty Condon, (203) 863-3876
Address: 5 Perryridge Rd., Greenwich, CT 06830
Phone: (203) 863-3000
http://www.greenhosp.org
Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden
Uniting Eastern and Western artistic traditions to promote intercultural understanding through art and nature.
Event: Murder Mystery “Fun-raiser”: Cocktails, dinner, and raffle.
Date: Saturday, November 1
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Hammond Museum & Japanese Stroll Garden, North Salem
Co-Chairs: Marie Martell, North Salem; Judith Schurmacher, North Salem
Contact: Hammond Museum, 669-5033; gardenprogram@yahoo.com
Address: 28 Deveau Rd., North Salem 10560
Phone: 669-5033
Fax: 669-8221
http://www.hammondmuseum.org
Harry Chapin Memorial Run Against Hunger
Alleviate hunger both internationally and locally.
Event: Run Against Hunger: 1-mile Fun Run for children and parents; 10K (6.2 miles) race
Date: Sunday, October 19
Times: 12 Noon, 12:30 p.m.
Location: Croton Harmon High School, Croton-on-Hudson
Co-Chairs: Jud Ramaker, Croton-on-Hudson; Walt Gillis, Croton-on-Hudson
Ticket Prices: Fun Run: $5, $9 Individual; $8, $12 Individual on race day; 10K: $16 Individual; $20 Individual on race day
Contact: Walt Gillis, 271-5309; swgillis@optonline.net
Address: 46 Batten Rd., Croton-on-Hudson 10520
Phone: 271-5309
Fax: 271-3681
http://www.runagainsthunger.com
Historic Hudson Valley
Celebrating the history, architecture, landscape, and culture of our unique region, advancing its importance and thereby ensuring its preservation.
Event: John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Founder’s Award Gala: Dinner and dancing.
Date: Thursday, November 20
Times: 6:30 p.m. Cocktails; 8 p.m. Dinner
Location: Rainbow Room, New York City
Honoree: Indra K. Nooyi, PepsiCo
Ticket Price: $1,000 Silver Patron
Contact: Kristi Hennessy, 631-8200, ext. 612
Address: 150 White Plains Rd., Tarrytown 10591
Phone: 631-8200
Fax: 631-0089
http://www.hudsonvalley.org
Hospice & Palliative Care of Westchester
Providing extraordinary and dignified comfort, care, and compassion to every individual and family facing a serious or life-threatening illness.
Event: Seventh Annual “In Celebration” Gala: Cocktail reception featuring gourmet party fare, open bar, entertainment, exciting raffle, and souvenir journal.
Date: Thursday, September 25
Time: 5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Location: Westchester Country Club, Rye
Chairperson: James P. O’Toole, Darien, CT
Ticket Prices: $200 Individual; Sponsorships available
Contact: Holly K. Benedict, 682-1484, ext. 122; HBenedict@hospiceofwestchester.com
Address: 95 S. Broadway, 4th Fl., White Plains 10601
Phone: 682-1484
Fax: 559-3092
http://www.HospiceofWestchester.com
The Hudson Valley Writers’ Center
Advancing the art and craft of writing by encouraging writers and readers at all levels to participate in and enjoy the literary arts.
Event: Twentieth Anniversary Autumn Celebration: Dinner, dancing, and silent and live auctions.
Date: Friday, September 19
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Sleepy Hollow Country Club, Scarborough
Contact: Maureen Hatch, 332-5953; info@writerscenter.org
Event: Fifth Annual Hudson Valley Golf Classic: Golf outing.
Date: Tuesday, October 7
Location: Hollow Brook Golf Club, Cortlandt Manor
Co-Chairs Paul Mazzilli, Scarborough; Donald Stever, Sleepy Hollow
Contact: Maureen Hatch, 332-5953; info@writerscenter.org
Address:300 Riverside Dr., Sleepy Hollow 10591
Phone: 332-5953
Fax: 332-4825
http://www.writerscenter.org
Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care
Providing compassionate professional care and services to terminally-ill patients wishing to live out their days in as much peace, dignity, and comfort as possible, pain-free and home among loved ones.
Event: Annual Better Than Cooking Benefit: Scrumptious tasting selections prepared by some of Southern Westchester’s finest chefs, accompanied by tastings of fabulous wines.
Date: Wednesday, October 22
Time: 6:30 p.m.–9 p.m.
Location: Bronxville Field Club, Bronxville
Co-Chairs: Ranson Hanau, Bronxville; Mary Irving, Bronxville; Maggie Sheehan, Bronxville
Ticket Prices: $150 & Up, Individual
Contact: Development Office, 787-5001
Address: 69 Main St., Tuckahoe 10707
Phone: 787-5001
Fax: 787-3020
http://www.jansenhospice.org
Junior Achievement of the Hudson Valley, Inc.
Inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy.
Event: Bowl for Kids: Bowling, music, and prizes.
Date: Friday, November 7
Times: 5:30 p.m. Registration; 6 p.m.–8:30 pm Bowling
Location: AMF White Plains Lanes, White Plains
Ticket Price: $17 Individual (plus Fund Raising)
Contact: Lisa Salzano, 524-9760
Address: 540 White Plains Rd., Ste. 201, Tarrytown 10591
Phone: 524-9760
Fax: 524-9447
http://hudsonvalley.ja.org
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Westchester County Chapter
Finding a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research.
Event: Tee Up To Cure Diabetes—Golf outing.
Date: Monday, September 8
Times: 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Registration; 11:30 a.m. Shotgun Start; 6 p.m. Dinner & Awards Reception
Location: Trump National Golf Club, Briarcliff Manor
Co-Chairs: Bonnie Smith-Kivel, Chappaqua; Jared Smith, New York City
Ticket Prices: $1,000 Individual; Sponsorships available
Contact: Stephanie Unger, Special Event Coordinator, 686-7700;
sunger@jdrf.org
Event: Walk To Cure Diabetes: Fun, family-friendly walk, entertainment, food, and kids activities.
Date: Sunday, September 28
Times: 8:30 a.m. Registration; 9:30 a.m. Walk
Location: White Plains High School, White Plains
Chairperson: Richard Bloom, Hartsdale
Contact: Stephanie Unger, Special Event Coordinator, 686-7700; sunger@jdrf.org
Address: 30 Glenn St., Ste. 203, White Plains 10603
Phone: 686-7700
Fax: 686-7701
http://www.jdrf.org/westchester
Maryknoll Sisters
Participating in the mission presence and activity of the universal Church so that God’s Reign of peace, justice, and love may be proclaimed and witnessed to throughout the world.
Event: Maryknoll Sisters International Bazaar: Sale of unique carved and hand-woven crafts from the regions where Maryknoll Sisters work in Africa, Central and South America, baked goods, raffle, silent auction, refreshments, and special activities for children.
Date: Saturday, October 25
Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Maryknoll Sisters Center, Ossining
Co-Chairs: Sr. Cheryl Alam M.M. & Sr. Anastasia Lott, M.M., Maryknoll Sisters Center, Maryknoll, Ossining
Contact: Sr. Cheryl Allam, M.M., 941-0782, ext. 5681 or 941-7575; callam@mksisters.org
Address: 10 Pinesbridge Rd., PO Box 311, Maryknoll 10545
Phone: 941-7575
Fax: 923-0733
http://sisters.maryknoll.org
The Mental Health Association of Westchester
The premier service provider and advocate for mental health in the community; serves as a front-line resource for children, adults and families experiencing emotional disturbances and mental illnesses.
Event: “MHA on the move: Walk, Run, Dance: —Morning starts with 5K walk/run at FDR Park and the evening features cocktails, dinner, dancing, and awards presentation at Marros.
Date: Saturday, September 20
Times: 8 a.m. Walk/Run, 7 p.m. Dance
Locations: FDR Park, Yorktown Heights; Marros, Rye
Co-Chairs: Debra Del Toro Phillips, Ardsley; Patrice Ingrassia, Hartsdale
Ticket Prices: $20 Walk/Run, $300 Dance
Contact: Constance Moustakas, 345-5900, ext. 209; moustakc@mhawestchester.org
Address: 2269 Saw Mill River Rd., Elmsford 10523
Phone: 345-5900
Fax: 347-8859
http://www.mhawestchester.org
Mount Vernon Hospital
Providing quality health care services to the Mount Vernon and surrounding communities by delivering efficient, effective, and collaborative health care programs that promote the health of every community member.
Event: Golf Tournament & Reception: Afternoon shotgun tournament, brunch, evening awards program, and dinner.
Date: Tuesday, August 12
Location: Pelham Country Club, Pelham Manor
Chairperson: Richard Naclerio, Pelham Manor
Contact: Frank Fraley, 361-6651; ffraley@sshsw.org
Address: 12 N. Seventh Ave., Mount Vernon 10550
Phone: 664-8000
Fax: 664-0108
http://www.sshsw.org
The National MS Society Southern NY Chapter
Ending the devastating effects of MS through delivery of programs and services to people affected by MS and by supporting MS research.
Event: Swim the Hudson: 1-, 2-, or 3-mile swim from Croton Point Park to buoy markers in the Hudson River. Festivities on shore include a live DJ, games for children, great food, and great fun for all spectators.
Date: Saturday September 13
Location: Croton Point Park, Croton-on-Hudson
Ticket Price: $350 Registration Fee
Contact: Terry Ebersole, 694-1655, ext. 35
Event: Tappan Zee Bike Tour: 20-mile route that goes across the bridge to Rockland State Park and back to Tarrytown, or a 60-mile route that crosses the bridge and continues North along the West side of the Hudson, cross the Bear Mountain Bridge and return to Tarrytown along the East side of the Hudson.
Date: Sunday, September 28
Time: 8 a.m. Start
Location: Start Point: KRAFT Food, Tarrytown
Ticket Prices: $125 Minimum Pledge ($20 Registration fee per rider)
Contact: Terry Ebersole, 694-1655, ext. 35
Address: 2 Gannett Dr., Ste. LC, White Plains 10604
Phone: 694-1655
Fax: 694-1656
http://nyv.nationalmssociety.org
Neuberger Museum of Art Purchase College
Engaging and inspiring diverse audiences by actively fostering the study, appreciation, understanding, and enjoyment of modern art, African art, and the art of our time.
Event: Fall Gala
Date: Saturday, November 1
Time: 6:30 p.m.–Midnight
Location: Neuberger Museum of Art, Purchase College SUNY, Purchase
Contact: Nina Hepburn, Special Events & Donor Relations, 251-6115; nina.hepburn@purchase.edu
Address: 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase 10577
Phone: 251-6100
Fax: 251-6101
http://www.neuberger.org
New Castle Historical Society
Discovering, collecting, preserving, and communicating the history of the Town of New Castle.
Event: Forty-First Annual Chappaqua Antiques Show: More than 60 dealers from all over the Northeast.
Dates: Saturday & Sunday, November 1 & 2
Time: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Locations: Westorchard Elementary School, Chappaqua; Crabtree’s Kittle House, Chappaqua
Co-Chairs: Betsy Guardenier, Mount Kisco; Lois Dannecker, Chappaqua
Ticket Price: $10 Individual
Contact: Betsy Towl; newcastlehs@aol.com
Address: 100 King St., Chappaqua 10514
Phone: 238-4666
Fax: 238-1296
http://newcastlehistoricalsociety.org
The New Choral Society
Providing concerts that bring choral music of the highest quality to Westchester County and enabling singers in the community to participate in outstanding music-making.
Event: Fifteenth Anniversary Celebration Concert and Champagne Reception: Concert event featuring an encore presentation of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana, followed by a champagne reception at Scarsdale Golf Club. Black tie.
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 8 p.m.
Locations: Hitchcock Presbyterian Church, Scarsdale; Scarsdale Golf Club, Hartsdale
Ticket Prices: $25 Concert only; $125 Concert & Reception
Contact: Elizabeth J. Broyd, Executive Director, 725-1678
Address: 6 Greenacres Ave., Scarsdale 10583
Phone: 725-1678
Fax: 723-3648
http://www.newchoralsociety.org
New York Medical College
A health sciences university in the Catholic tradition that advances the health of the community by educating physicians, scientists and health care professionals, conducting research, and providing service.
Event: The Founders Dinner: Black tie attire.
Date: Saturday, October 18
Times: 6:30 p.m. Cocktails; 8 p.m. Dinner & Dancing
Location: Hyatt Regency, Old Greenwich, CT
Ticket Price: $600 Individual
Contact: Kara Berardi, 594-4593; foundersdinner@nymc.edu
Address: Administration Bldg., Office of Development
Address: 40 Sunshine Cottage Rd., Valhalla 10595
Phone: 594-4593
Fax: 594-4626
http://www.nymc.edu
Oak Lane Child Care Center
Nurturing the whole child, making him or her feel secure, loved, and well-cared-for by addressing his or her needs socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively through a well-planned, developmentally appropriate program.
Event: Third Annual Oak Lane Carnival: Family carnival with jumping castles, pony rides, an animal exhibition, games, and wonderful food.
Date: Sunday, September 21
Time: 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Location: Oak Lane Child Care Center, Chappaqua
Chairperson: Ronnie Weinberger, Chappaqua
Contact: Ronnie Weinberger, 238-3756; oaklaneccc@excite.com
Address: 49 Memorial Dr., Chappaqua 10514
Phone: 238-3756
Fax: 238-3757
http://www.oaklaneccc.com
Ossining Boat & Canoe Club, Inc.
Providing access to the river for members and their families; social and recreation programs for members; activities and educational programs on the waterfront open to the community.
Event: Fourth Annual Fall Harvest Benefit Breakfast: Full breakfast buffet and raffles and/or silent auction.
Date: Sunday, October 5
Time: 8:00 a.m.–12 Noon; Food served until 11 a.m.
Location: Ossining Boat & Canoe Club, Ossining
Chairperson: John M. Klapkowski, Ossining
Ticket Prices: $5 Child, $10 Individual
Contact: John M. Klapkowski; obccevents@att.net
Event: Ninth Annual Toys for Tots Benefit Luncheon: Full lunch buffet, raffles and/or silent auction, children’s activities, and appearance made by Santa and Mrs. Claus arriving on a local fire truck.
Date: Sunday, December 14
Time: 1 p.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Ossining Boat & Canoe Club, Ossining
Co-Chairs: Mike & Pat Scarduzio, Ossining
Ticket Price: Toy, Game, or Monetary Donation
Contact: Mike and Pat Scarduzio; patunger1@verizon.net
Address: PO Box 743, Ossining 10562
Phone: 762-9724
http://www.obcc.org
The Pace Women’s Justice Center
Devoted to training legal professionals and the community on domestic violence issues; providing legal services to more than 2,500 domestic violence victims and survivors each year.
Event: Eleventh Annual “Celebration of Justice for Women” Benefit Dinner: Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, and dinner.
Date: Thursday, October 16
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill, Tarrytown
Ticket Price: $250 Individual
Contact: Woodrina Harris, 422-4635; wharris@law.pace.edu
Address: 78 N. Broadway, White Plains 10603
Phone: 422-4069
Fax: 422-4102
http://www.law.pace.edu
Phelps Memorial Hospital Center
Providing quality health care to members of our community.
Event: Twenty-First Annual Champagne Ball: Annual gala with cocktails, dinner, dancing, and live auction.
Date: Saturday, October 18
Location: Trump National Golf Club, Briarcliff Manor
Ticket Prices: $450 Individual; Sponsorships available
Contact: Steve Cunningham, Director of Development, 366-3104
Address: 701 N. Broadway, Sleepy Hollow 10591
Phone: 366-3104
Fax: 366-1222
http://www.phelpshospital.org
The Performing Arts Center Purchase College
To present excellence in the performing arts; support the creation of new work; provide models and performance opportunities for students; and enrich the cultural lives of our community.
Event: Opening Night Celebration: Cocktail buffet, concert featuring mezzo soprano Denyce Graves, dessert reception, and dancing.
Date: Saturday, September 27
Location: The Performing Arts Center Purchase College, Purchase
Contact: 251-6188
Address: PO Box 140, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase 10577
Phone: 251-6222
http://www.artscenter.org
The Rye Arts Center
Inspiring interest and maximum participation in the arts in Rye and the surrounding communities; offering programs that are characterized by artistic traditions, educational value, and a spirit of innovation.
Event: Eighth Annual Painters on Location: A Plein-Air Paint-Out and Live Art Auction: Silent art auction and live art auction.
Dates: Silent Auction Opens: Sunday, September 7; Paint-Out Event & Live Art Auction: Saturday, September 13
Times: Sunday, September 7: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Silent Auction views daily; Saturday, September 13: 5 p.m.–6 p.m. Live Auction Viewing;
6:15 p.m. Live Auction Begins
Location: Rye Arts Center, Rye
Chairperson: Marilyn Gasparini, Rye
Ticket Prices: $10 per Live Auction Paddle; Viewings are open to the public
Contact: Stephanie Garito, Arts Program Coordinator, 967-0700, ext. 33; Artscoordinator@ryeartscenter.org
Address: 51 Milton Rd., Rye 10580
Phone: 967-0700, ext. 33
Fax: 967-4495
http://www.ryeartscenter.org
St. Christopher’s, Inc.
Providing a comprehensive learning experience and environment that enables students to acquire the academic and social skills needed to be independent and more productive members of families, neighborhoods, and communities.
Event: St. Christopher’s Annual Golf Event: Golf outing and dinner.
Date: Tuesday, October 14
Time: 10:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.
Location: Leewood Country Club, Eastchester
Ticket Prices: $425 Individual Players; $1,600 Foursome; $500–$25,000 Sponsorships available
Contact: Cristian Correa, 693-3030, ext. 2277
Address: 71 S. Broadway, Dobbs Ferry 10522
Phone: 693-3030
Fax: 693-8325
http://www.sc1881.org
St. John’s Riverside Hospital
To provide health care to the city of Yonkers and southern Westchester.
Event: Twenty-Seventh Annual Riverside Gala: Cocktails, dinner, dancing, and silent and live auctions.
Date: Friday, October 24
Times: 7 p.m. Cocktails; 8 p.m. Dinner
Location:Glen Island Harbour Club, New Rochelle
Contact: Denise Mananas, Directory of Public Relations, Marketing Department, 674-9780, ext. 300; dmananas@riversidehealth.org
Address: 976 N. Broadway, Yonkers 10701
Phone: 674-9780
Fax: 674-9785
http://www.riversidehealth.org
SPCA of Westchester
Placing all adoptable animals in permanent homes; providing and promoting spay/neuter services; protecting animals from cruelty and neglect through aggressive and proactive law enforcement.
Event: Top Hat & Tails: Dogs and their people stepping out in style for an evening of dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions, and awards.
Date: Saturday, October 25
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Westchester Marriott, Tarrytown
Chairperson: Barbara Kobren, Briarcliff Manor
Honoree: Joan Kalman, Bedford Hills
Ticket Prices: $300 & Up, Individual; Sponsorships available
Contact: Shannon Laukhuf, 941-2896, ext. 12; Shannon@spca914.org
Address: 590 N. State Rd., Briarcliff Manor 10510
Phone: 941-2896
Fax: 762-8312
http://www.spca914.org
Sound Shore Medical Center of Westchester
Providing primary, acute, emergency, and long-term health care to the residents of southern Westchester.
Event: Autumn Gala: Black tie.
Date: Thursday, October 2
Location: The Waldorf=Astoria, New York City
Chairperson: Angela C. Turco, Director of Special Events, SSMC
Ticket Prices: $600 Individual; $6,000–$25,000 Sponsor Tables
Contact: Angela C. Turco, Director of Special Events, 365-3468; aturco@sshsw.org
Address: 16 Guion Pl., New Rochelle 10802
Phone: 637-1628
Fax: 637-5468
http://www.www.sshsw.org
The South Salem Library
Continually strives to provide the latest reading materials, media, and technology to the town of Lewisboro.
Event: South Salem Library Fair: Annual country fair.
Date: Saturday, September 20
Time: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Location: Onatru Farm, Lewisboro
Contact: Cindy Rubino, 763-3857; crubino@wls.org
Address: 15 Main St., South Salem 10590
Phone: 763-3857
Fax: 763-2193
http://www.southsalemlibrary.org
Support Connection, Inc.
Provides emotional, social, and educational support services to women, their families, and friends affected by breast and ovarian cancer.
Event: Third Annual Golf Outing: A golf tournament set up in a scramble format; continental breakfast; beverage service; dinner; awards; goodie bags; and numerous valuable prizes. Presented by Club Fit.
Date: Tuesday, August 5
Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location: Hollow Brook Golf Club, Cortlandt Manor
Ticket Price: $215 Golfer
Contact: Donna Corti, Support Connection Special Events
Director, 962-6402
Event: Fourteenth Annual Support-A-Walk: 3-mile walkathon, entertainment, inspirational presentations, refreshments, and a raffle.
Date: Sunday, October 5
Time: 9 a.m.–12 Noon
Location: FDR State Park, Yorktown Heights
Contact: Donna Corti, Support Connection Special Events Director, 962-6402
Address: 360 Underhill Ave., Yorktown Heights 10598
Phone: 962-6402
Fax: 962-1926
http://www.supportconnection.org
The UGC Foundation of the United Hebrew Geriatric Center
Supports the United Hebrew Geriatric Center in caring for chronically ill and frail seniors on our campus and in the community.
Event: Eighty-Ninth Annual Gala
Date: Thursday, September 18
Timse: 6 p.m.–7 p.m. Cocktails; 7 p.m.–10 p.m. Gala/Program
Location: Botanical Gardens, Bronx
Co-Chairs: Phyllis & Donald Duberstein, Purchase; Alan Briskman & Sharon Bodner Briskman, White Plains
Honorees: Anthony Nardozzi, Bedford; Paula Mandell, on behalf of M&T Bank
Contact: Grace Ferri, United Hebrew Geriatric Center, 632-2804, ext.190; gferri@uhgc.org
Address: 391 Pelham Rd., New Rochelle 10805
Phone: 632-2804
Fax: 633-4137
http://www.uhgc.org
United Way of New Rochelle
Brings together people and resources to impact our community’s most pressing concerns; creates positive changes in the lives of thousands facing challenges; focuses, evaluates, collaborates, and sparks action in the community.
Event: United Way of New Rochelle Leadership Dinner: Cocktail hour, dinner, silent auction, and raffle.
Date: Wednesday, November 12
Time: 6 p.m.–9 p.m.
Location: Beckwith Pointe, New Rochelle
Co-Chairs: Lisa Dorman, New Rochelle; Marjorie Zimmerman, New Rochelle
Ticket Price: $85 Individual
Contact: Denise Woodin, 723-5166; dwoodin@uwwp.org
Address: 14 Harwood Ct., Ste. 225, Scarsdale 10583
Phone: 723-5166
Fax: 723-5289
http://www.uwwp.org
United Way of Westchester and Putnam
Brings together people and resources to impact our community’s most pressing concerns; creates positive changes in the lives of thousands facing challenges; focuses, evaluates, collaborates, and sparks action in the community.
Event: United Way of The Tarrytowns’ Top Chefs in Sleepy Hollow Country with Wine Tasting: Sample some of the region’s finest culinary delights, created by great chefs from superb local restaurants; taste a variety of domestic and international wines; and raffle.
Date: Tuesday, October 7
Time: 5:30 p.m.– 8:30 p.m.
Location: Abigail Kirsch at Tappan Hill Mansion, Tarrytown
Co-Chairs: Anne Marie Basher, Tarrytown; Herbert Hennas, Sleepy Hollow
Ticket Prices: $50 Individual in advance; $60 Individual at door
Contact: Kathleen Haverlack, VP, Major Gifts, 997-6700, ext. 760; khaverla@uwwp.org
Address: 336 Central Park Ave., White Plains 10606
Phone: 997-6700
Fax: 949-6438
http://www.uwwp.org
The Westchester Arc Foundation
Empowering those with developmental disabilities to achieve their potential based on personal choices, abilities and interests; services and support encourage the community to value and include people with developmental disabilities.
Event: A Matter of Taste 5: Sample signature recipes from the area’s finest restaurants, paired with wines from around the world.
Date: Tuesday, October 21
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Westchester Country Club, Rye
Ticket Prices: $175 Individual, $300 V.I.P.
Contact: Fran Higgins, Westchester Arc Foundation, 428-8330, ext. 3028; fhiggins@westchesterarc.org
Address: 121 Westmoreland Ave., White Plains 10606
Phone: 428-8330
Fax: 997-2985
http://www.westchesterarc.org
Westco Productions
Presenting a full range of performing arts programs including, but not limited to, theater for young and family audiences, creative theater workshops, concerts, and an extensive outreach program.
Event: Annual Benefit Concert & Reception
Date: Saturday, October 25
Location: Irvington Town Hall Theater, Irvington
Honoree: Pamela Rapp, Irvington Town Hall Theater
Ticket Prices: $25–$150 Individual
Contact: Susan Katz, 761-7463; westcoprodsinc@aol.com
Address: 9 Romar Ave., White Plains 10605
Phone: 761-7463
Fax: 761-7463
http://www.westcoproductions.org
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