Out & About July/August ‘26
A HIGHLIGHT OF RECENT EVENTS IN OUR COMMUNITY
EVENTS
Stronger Than You Think Swim-A-Thon
Gentlemen’s Farmstead Swap Meet & Sale
Fine Day Fair
Knicks Watch Party at OHHO
Belle Burden at Bedford Playhouse
Summer Theatre of New Canaan Gala
B&NC TALKS: On AI
Aimee Pokwatka at Bedford Books
Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester Annual Gala
The Glass House Summer Party
The May Fair
The Pantry’s Community Table
The Westmoreland Sanctuary Family Party
Come Eat Book Celebration at Darien Community Association
Groove On The Green
Armonk Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing & Dinner
Akira Nakai at J&B Body Works
Mather Homestead Garden Tea
Neverstill Spring Release Party
The Art of the Clash Book Party
Endeavor Spring Celebration
DAR Remembrance Ball
Mather Homestead Summer
A.C.T. of CT Gala Solstice Party
Ward Pound Reservation Bench Dedication
Stronger Than You Think Swim-A-Thon
The Stronger Than You Think Swim-A-Thon brought together guests of all ages for an inspiring day of impact, as shark attack survivor and two-time Paris Paralympic silver medalist Ali Truwit led efforts to raise funds and awareness for water safety, prosthetic access, and the Paralympic movement. Truwit was joined by a roster of powerhouse athletes, whose presence underscored the event’s message of resilience!
1. Chloe Humphrey, Gia Pergolini, Ali Truwit, Kate Douglass
2. Elizabeth & John Siegel, Mitch Truwit
3. Jody Truwit, Lynne Byrne, Mariana and Aubrey Kniffen, Emilia and Isabella Deneen
4. Jack Truwit, Zoe, Theodora and Shaker Khayatt
5. Sarah Marchesi, Rafferty Callahan
Gentlemen’s Farmstead Swap Meet & Sale
The Gentlemen’s Farmstead curated a collection of farmers, breeders and collectors and hosted a Farm Swap & Private Sale complete with a “Best Egg” competition judged by Martha Stewart and Gregory Goodwin, and won by Christopher Spitzmiller.
6. Melissa & Mitti Liebersohn
7. Sam Ring and Martha Stewart
8. Danielle Vadai, Hunter Rush-Goodwin, Kyle Rush, Martha Stewart
9. Christopher Spitzmiller, Gregory Goodwin
Fine Day Fair
A little wind was no match for determined design lovers, who turned out in style to browse an extraordinary collection of antiques, art, garden finds, and one-of-a- kind treasures at the annual Fine Day Fair at Onatru Farm Park in South Salem.
1. Sheila Mendelsohn, Harry Connick Jr.
2. Arden Soden, Blake Lively, Josephine Kang, Mary Neilson
3. Chari Hirshson, Lauren Hatjygeorge, Stephanie Lund, Mehren Potvin
4. Laura and Lizzie Fitzpatrick
5. Brooke Savona, Harri Magaldi
Knicks Watch Party at OHHO
Locals enjoyed the winning game of the finals at oHHo on a warm summer night with excitement running on high!
6. Nicola Stephenson, Peter Michaelis, Michael Kelly, Sam Ring
7. Shannon Krause, Jared Shahid, Sam & Jen Hollander
Belle Burden at Bedford Playhouse
A full house gathered for an intimate discussion and signing of Strangers: A Memoir. The evening offered a moving conversation with the author, Belle Burden.
1. Alisa Richter, Susannah Lu, Sarah Fieber, Caroline Candido, Lizzie Agnew, Hailey Davis
2. Brettne Bloom, Belle Burden
3. Kathryn Efimetz, Nikou Roth, Sara Brown-Rubinstein, Elizabeth Mitchell
4. Vanessa Kroll Bennett, Whitney Frick, Fran Hauser
5. Olivia Velez, Lindsay Costantini
Summer Theatre of New Canaan Gala
The spotlight shined bright on an unforgettable evening celebrating the Summer Theatre of New Canaan’s 23rd season, complete with show-stopping performances, Broadway energy, and enthusiastic support for its educational programs. Guests enjoyed highlights from Jersey Boys and Matilda The Musical.
6. Dru, Nancy, Jeff & Ryan Serkes
7. Dru Serkes, Joey Lavarco, Keith Hines, Nathan Scherich
8. Brett Alters, Ed Libonati
9. Scott Beyers, Brooke Sherman, Don Martocchio, Caroline Turpin, Allison Grey
10. Christian Libonati, Melody Libonati
B&NC TALKS: On AI
B&NC TALKS launched with a thought- provoking conversation on AI featuring John Roa, who cut through the hype to deliver practical insights on what artificial intelligence means for our daily lives. The sold-out inaugural event, held at the Bedford Playhouse, sparked lively discussion, thoughtful questions, and exactly the kind of community dialogue the series was created to inspire.
1. Casey Kaplan and John Roa
2. Emily Fisher, Jayni Chase
3. Jenn Truran, Marious Sjulsen, Haley Gilliland
4. Sam Ring, Candice & John Roa, Casey Kaplan, Michael Kaplan, Jared Shahid, Shannon Krause
5. Jack Bogdan, Matt Baxendale, Siena Boccuzzi
6. Kirsten Tegtmeier, Tate Atkinson
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Aimee Pokwatka at Bedford Books
Celebrating the release of beloved local author, Aimee Pokwatka’s, third novel Accumulation.
7. Tina Villaveces, Mona Lipson, Emily Winograd Leonard, Molly Felde
Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester Annual Gala
Supporters of The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester gathered for its annual celebration. The evening underscored the organization’s impact, and rallied support for its mission to expand opportunity for local youth. PHOTOGRAPHY: HUDVALLEY PHOTOGRAPHY (4 & 5)
1. Kay Lovig, Marc Lener, Leif Lovig, Kathy Aligene
2. Nick Venditti, Sean Kelly, James & Victoria Wise
3. Erik Kaeyer, Forrest Mas, Henry Johnson, Hart Callahan, George D’Ambrosio
4. George D’Ambrosio, Muffi n Dowdle, Leslie Lampert
5. The Townsend Family (Johannah Townsend, Humanitarian Honoree, blue dress, center right)
The Glass House Summer Party
The gorgeous summer day at the Glass House unfolded as an immersive afternoon of art, dance, music and
community. PHOTOGRAPHY: BRENDON COOK/BFA.COM
6. Leeza Gourinovitch, Sophia Gourinovitch, Kat & Dimitri Sinenko
7. Kirsten Reoch, Debbie Propst, Dozie Kanu, Jonathan Olivares
8. Felix Burrichter, Jackie Klempay, Abdolreza Aminlari
9. Alexander Hankin, Daniel Eric Golds, Polina Proshkina, Eric Viner, Jordan Wise
10. Sam Ring, Casey Kaplan, Matt Walker, Hannelore Kaplan, Joshua Carmichael, Susi Kenna
11. Andrea Attkiss, Cas Friese
The May Fair
The May Fair once again delivered all the ingredients of a perfect spring weekend- thrilling rides, treasure-hunting at the legendary tag sale, live music, and plenty of hometown spirit.
1. Jessica & Sean Reitman with Remi, Ivy & Layne
2. Caitlin & Jay Thornhill with Rosie and Boyd
The Pantry’s Community Table
A memorable evening hosted by Sam Green and Chris Lacovara brought together neighbors and friends in the spirit of generosity, raising critical support for local families experiencing food insecurity.
3. Kim Baranowski, David Crescenzi, Ariel Flores, Michelle & Philipp Pletka
4. Jessica Crescenzi, Julie Artabane Cooper
5. Sam Green & Chris Lacovara
6. Trish Baum & Shelley Yoran
7. Cristi & David Oliver Cohen, Stephanie DiChristina, Christopher Gavigan, Michaela Babuskova, Harrison Boyce
8. Trina Ward Fontaine, Michael Goldstein
9. Cydney Chase, Alexandra Fisher, Essie Cohen
The Westmoreland Sanctuary Family Party
The Westmoreland Sanctuary Family Party was a day centered on nature, bringing together food, drinks, crafts, games, and live animal programs!
1. Nick, Nick & Louisa Chen, Ben Goldfarb
2. Julia Johnson, Billy Reighley
3. Mary Frances Warner, Cole & Webb Warner
4. Wills and Annie Manning, Courtney and Mars Rault
5. Lisa Corcoran, Julia Johnson, Hilly Novik-Sandberg, Beatrice Smith, Lily Kast
Come Eat Book Celebration at Darien Community Association
Fans came together to celebrate the release of Come Eat!, the newest cookbook from Melissa Ben-Ishay, bestselling author, TikTok creator, and CEO & co-founder of Baked by Melissa. PHOTOGRAPHY: BAMBI RIEGEL
6. Melissa Ben-Ishay, Maddie Devita
7. Sue Clarke, Shannon Fitzgerald, Heather Curran
8. Alison Finger, Laura Kuehl, Sarah Ritchey, Diane Barston
Groove On The Green
The New Canaan Library turned the Library Green into an open-air disco party, where a DJ kept the energy high and disco lessons kept the crowd dancing!
1. Chris Cook & Lexie Gallo-Cook with Vivienne and Leoluca
2. Teddy, Danika & Joni Landers
3. Scott & Steven Sharp
4. Susan Wylie, Cynnie Thunem, Heidi Dewaele, Suzy Lavieri, Tracey Karl, Robin Foley, Toni-Ann Vittoria
Armonk Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing & Dinner
The Armonk Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Citizen of the Year Golf Outing and Dinner honoring The Armonk Outdoor Art Show for its strong community impact and continued success.
5. David Fromm, Marian Hamilton, Liz Green, Debbie Heidecorn, Stacy Wilder, Ariel Dubs, Nancy Rosner
6. Jon Cobert, Judy Willsey
7. Susan Geffen, Michael Schiliro, Alison Simon, Barbara Digiacinto
Akira Nakai at J&B Body Works
J&B Body Works hosted a live build with Akira Nakai. The event drew a large crowd, as spectators watched Nakai assemble a bespoke build in real time.
8. Michael Izzo, Joseph Izzo Jr, Akira Nakai, Joseph Izzo Sr, Anthony Izzo.
Mather Homestead Garden Tea
This year’s garden gathering welcomed author Allison Pataki, who spoke about her new book It Girl. Guests enjoyed a a picturesque lunch in the garden alongside raffles, prizes, and more.
1. Allison Pataki, Samantha Gault
2. Debbie Colon, Holly Friend, Susan Doelp
3. Steph Tucker, Aly Sommer
4. Mary Hapin Carter, Taylor Marron, Sarah Woodberry
5. Allie Stinchcomb, Candy Willcocks, Stephanie Kramer
6. Serena Crowley, Sharon Libman
Neverstill Spring Release Party
Neverstill Wines celebrated its Spring Release with an intimate gathering at Bedford Farms, where tastemakers and wine lovers enjoyed exclusive pours from the all-female-led New York label. The evening embodied the brand’s commitment to mindful luxury, conscious consumption, and meaningful connection. PHOTOGRAPHY: RHONDA SPEVAK
7. Ben Morton & Christy Counts
8. Jessica Bremer, Lisa Lubart, Natacha Carbajal-Evangelista, Misun Kim, Amy Lerner and Evan Lerner
The Art of the Clash Book Party
Bold patterns, vibrant colors, and plenty of creative energy filled the room as guests celebrated the launch of The Art of the Clash with author Sophie von Oertzen Williamson. Set at the Carriage Barn, the evening mixed design inspiration, lively conversation, and stylish company into a truly colorful affair.
1. Hilary Wittmann with panelists Sophie von Oertzen Williamson, Amanda Loehnis, Andrea Ceraso
2. Ashley Turner Snyder , Joanna Mortimore, Vanessa Laverne, Hannah Simpson
3. Luke Cohler, Stephanie Sandler, Libby Kountzman, Clarissa Post
4. Jen Russey, Tom Brown, Jennifer Potter, Colleen Proster
5. Joyce Andersen, Janet Dinger, Ariel Ling
Endeavor Spring Celebration
The Endeavor Spring Celebration brought the community together to honor the heart of Endeavor: the farm, the herd, and the people who make it all possible. Guests gathered in the barn, met the beloved ponies, and enjoyed an evening filled with equestrian charm.
6. Skip & Michaela Beitzel, Dan Ginnel
7. Catherine Butkowitz, Ashley Allatt, Ali Gilbert
8. Hayley Carter
9. The Endeavor Team
DAR Remembrance Ball
The Cannon Ridge Chapter of the DAR hosted a distinguished Remembrance Ball at the historic Lounsbury House, bringing together history, heritage, and community in a black-tie evening of commemoration.
1. Nina Fletcher, Victoria Cole, Jennifer St. Victor-de Pinho, Nancy Liguori, all wearing jewelry by Manfredi
2. Gaetano Crupi, Jack Cole, Geoffrey Gwin
3. Tia Cibani, Allie Black
4. Jennifer St. Victor-de Pinho, Elizabeth Smolenack, Mel Lawrance, Sacha Brown
Mather Homestead Summer Solstice Party
The Mather Homestead Foundation Junior Board welcomed guests for an elegant evening of cocktails and canapés in the sunlit sunken garden, followed by an elevated Southern dining experience in the field curated by Greer Southern Table. With a vibrant gathering of supporters, the event was the perfect kickoff to summer. PHOTOGRAPHY: ANDREA CERASO
5. Mike & Nicole Nieves, Laura & Alex Rickenbaker
6. Alexandra Galanski, Charlotte Siska, Madeleine Hannah, Amanda Sainsott
7. Phil Edmunds, Alex & Vicki Cameron, Morgan Edmunds
8. Mariana Rosario, Carolyn Elmi, Jessica Merrill, Alison Muench, Jessica Carreiro, Sarah McMackin, Aly Sommer, Stephanie Tucker, Diana Demirjian
9. Elle Petrie, Carolyn Frazier, Katherine Bunoski
A.C.T. of CT Gala
A.C.T. of CT’s Annual Gala lit up the night with cocktails, auctions, and show-stopping performances as guests gathered for one of the theater’s most anticipated evenings. The celebration built to a high-energy finale with the reveal of the 2026/2027 season - and the thrill of finding out what Broadway magic is coming next. PHOTOGRAPHY: MICHEAL TOMASSI
1. Katie Diamond, Daniel C. Levine, Rebecca Baglio, Bryan Perri, Kristin Beylouni
2. Rudy Marconi & Peggy Marcon, Katy Schermann, Ian Schermann
3. Anthony Dortenzio, Liza Berisford, Heather Salaga
4. Darren Beylouni, David White, Dayna Beylouni White, Kristin Beylouni
5. Pamela Simoneau, Erin Craig, Michele Quindlen
6. Philip Fischer, Ken Karp
Ward Pound Reservation Bench Dedication
The Chase family gathered with friends and locals as the three Chase daughters, Cydney, Caley, and Emily, gifted their parents, Jayni and Chevy Chase a bench in their honor for all to enjoy a spectacular overlook. PHOTOGRAPHY: WESTCHESTER COUNTY
The Chase family: Top left: Cydney, Emily, Alex Baglieri, Bottom left: Chevy, Jayni, Caley