Jean Shafiroff, a New York philanthropist and longtime champion of women’s rights, health care, underserved communities, and animal welfare, has received international style recognition from “Tatler,” the British magazine famous for its fashion, society, and culture coverage. The feature, “The Gowns of 2025,” spotlights stylish gown wearers of 2025. Known for her exquisite evening gowns, Shafiroff is highlighted for the bow detailed gown she wore at a New York Women’s Foundation (NYWF) event she hosted in April 2025, in her home …….
The Clive Davis Annual Pre-Grammy party is still going strong. The 2026 Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala was held on Saturday, Jan. 31 at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. The exclusive extravaganza honored Republic Records co-founders Monte and Avery Lipman for the contributions they have made to the industry. The star-studded soiree included performances by Jennifer Hudson, John Legend, and more. Guests, including Stevie Wonder, Pharrell Williams, Gladys Knight, Teyana Taylor, Gayle King and others, dined on sliders and lobster salad. Don Lemon received a standing ovation as he entered the room ………
ASCAP celebrated its 2026 ASCAP Grammy nominees and top songwriter and composer members on Jan. 30 at the ASCAP Grammy Brunch in the Garden in Beverly Hills, California. Top ASCAP honchos included President and Chair Paul Williams and CEO Elizabeth Matthews, celebrated members including Jon Batiste, Shaboozy, Diane Warren, Angelique Kidjo, plus many others. Guests enjoyed dancing to the sounds of DJ Beverly Bond, nibbling on passed appetizers, a light buffet. and signature cocktails which included the Grammy Gimlet and ASCAP Spritz …….
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The 34th Annual African American Children’s Book Fair will be held on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 1-4 p.m. at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The free event is one of the oldest and largest single-day events in the country for Black children’s books. The founder Vanesse Lloyd-Sgambati has put Philadelphia on the map as a library destination for Black children’s books …..