ARCHIVE FOR June, 2009

PELOSI PARTY
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

This past Thursday supporters of the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee joined Diane and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi for an intimate cocktail reception at the DVF Studio.  Guests were escorted to Diane’s private office where they mingled with Diane, the Speaker and their fellow DCCC supporters. Guests such as André Leon Talley, Rachel Roy, Tina Brown, Candy Pratts Price, and Charlie Rose were escorted up to catch a beautiful glimpse of the newly-open High Line at dusk.

 
MJ REMEMBERED
Monday, June 29th, 2009

The whole world is mourning Michael Jackson who died at age 50 of “stage fright”…

I remember seeing him for the first time at director Sydney Lumet’s house. They were shooting the Wizard of Oz with Diana Ross and I remember a smiling young boy with an afro.

Later, I went to a number of his concerts and heard the crowds scream as he was moonwalking in Madison Square Garden. I also went to his ranch, Neverland, for Elizabeth Taylor’s last wedding…we never spoke but I saw him from afar with tenderness and respect.

We should all remember him as a great artist who brought happiness and a whole new “beat” to the world! We will miss him but we will have his music forever!!!

 
STARS WEEK JUNE 29
Monday, June 29th, 2009

ARIES

March 20 – April 18

You don’t mind reorganising plans. But you like to be part of the decision-making process. With one eclipse already having shaken things up and two more yet to come, that’s unlikely. Disruptive as these may be, there are benefits. They’ll force those who’ve steadfastly resisted even considering new ideas or changes to recognise that they’re not only wise, they’re inevitable.

TAURUS

April 19 — May 19

Making halfway changes seems a compromise. Having realised elements of your life must be altered, you’ll think things through, then do what’s needed with a flourish. However, because this cycle of transformation lasts until early August, try adopting an uncharacteristically adaptable approach. With events altering even the simplest of arrangements, the fewer decisions you make, the fewer changes you’ll face.

GEMINI

May 20 — June 20

An in depth analysis of which arrangements work and which don’t may be tedious. But once you begin giving these serious thought, you’ll recognise the source of persistent problems and, as importantly, how to resolve them. View these as tentative, since with on-going changes altering the circumstances you’re dealing with, even the simplest of plans will be altered several times.

CANCER

June 21 — July 21

You don’t mind unsettling developments. But you like to know what’s next. However, because little will be clear until after late July’s Cancer eclipsed New Moon, you’re better off keeping things loose. This ensures you’re alert for changes in circumstances and unencumbered, so when unexpected opportunities come your way, which they will, there’s nothing to hold you back.

LEO

July 22 — August 21

Acknowledging you’re not in control of certain pivotal situations ends certain persistent frustrations. Ordinarily abandoning these to fate would be unwise. But with so many changes altering the actual circumstances you’re dealing with, you’d be facing struggles on a regular basis. Instead watch and learn, and you’ll be prepared to reorganise things in late July, then life’s a lot calmer.

VIRGO

August 22 — September 21

Forget about getting things just right. Try and you’ll soon realise that with so much in turmoil and new developments elbowing out existing arrangements, life’s about exploration, not making plans. First, centre your inquisitive Virgo mind on questioning everything. Then focus on exploring what intrigues you, and when it’s finally time to make decisions, you’ll be fully prepared. 

LIBRA

September 22 — October 22

Disillusioning revelations about certain individuals you’ve trusted or situations you’ve regarded as solid are a real letdown. But you soon realise they because you’re no longer hampered by these, or other equally unrewarding commitments, you’re free to explore. This is good timing, because what arises this week is likely to become far more interesting during the month of July.

SCORPIO

October 23 — November 21

It may not seem like it at first, but every problem you face constitutes an opportunity to explore potentially rewarding new ideas or pursuits. In fact, some events actually introduce you to these. However, since you may not recognise their potential initially, explore absolutely everything. What you regard as the least likely option could soon prove to be best.

SAGITTARIUS

November 22 — December 20

Ordinarily you’d ignore the petty complaints and quibbles of others as exactly that. Now, however, these could provide vital information about persistent, and increasingly worrying, problems. Regard what you learn as puzzle pieces that have yet to be assembled and instead of trying to force solutions, you’ll continue to focus on exploration and learning as much as you can.

CAPRICORN

December 21 – January 18

The tremors coursing through your life aren’t just about a shake up in your day to day routine. If you’re willing to take chances or explore the unknown, who or what you encounter could bring benefits in everything from financial matters to ending persistent self-doubts. Don’t play it safe. The more you risk, the more you’ll learn.

AQUARIUS

January 19 — February 17

Instead of sidestepping potential disagreements, plunge in and ask questions about both difficult situations and others’ problems. This finally reveals the source of certain persistent dilemmas and, as you talk things over with others, you work to achieve a joint plan to end them. As important, in the process, you’ll also gain a deeper understanding of the individuals involved.

PISCES

February 18 — March 19

Don’t assume that because certain of your ideas are sheer genius, everything you come up with this week will be. In fact, some seemingly simple concepts or arrangements could fall apart, and for no apparent reason. Do a little digging and you’ll realise why they went wrong and, more importantly, you’ll learn why you should avoid dealing with certain individuals.

 
LINKS WE LOVE
Monday, June 29th, 2009

Ladies Lunch… Centennial Celebration in the Hamptons (hamptons.com)

Fashion Star… From Glove to Toy Soldier (Washington Post)

Frugal France… A Picnic in Paris (NY Times)

 
WEEKEND AGENDA
Thursday, June 25th, 2009
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Watch…Anne Hathaway as Viola in Twelfth Night at Shakespeare in the Park. Directed by Tony Award winning Daniel Sullivan, the performance is a must see! The show runs through July 12th, so catch it while you still have a chance.

Eat…at Daniel Boulud’s newest NYC eatery, DBGB, located at 299 Bowery, near Houston Street. Feast on a “DBGB Dog” or a burger, but don’t forget to leave room for the ice cream sunday cart!

Immerse yourself…in three contemporary multimedia exhibits at the Team Gallery at 83 Grand Street. Cory Arcangel, Guillaume Pinard, and Jon Routson present video, animation, and sculpture, which is just plain fun to look at. We especially love Arcangel’s music video of cats playing piano!

 

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