Inspired by illumination techniques commonly used in medieval manuscripts, artist Guadalupe Grimaldi took us on a journey through magical landscapes and revealed old world techniques blended with a very modern vision. In addition, we enjoyed a tasty dinner with friends, old & new. These monthly dinners are a way to meet and connect with interesting people from a host of different fields.
Monday, February 23, 2015
Week of February 23rd, 2015
Thursday, February 26th: NY Arts & Sciences Salon: "Everything Is Illuminated."
Tuesday, February 17, 2015
Week of February 16th, 2015
Tuesday, February 17th: "Discoveries of the Classical Ancient World."
C. Brian Rose, prominent archaeologist, scholar, speaker and author fascinated us with the tale of current and ongoing projects in Troy and Gordion (now Turkey). He also brought attention to the ancient world's modern woes stemming from the effects of today's wars, art looting, cultural property, ownership issues, and tourism. This event was been organized by Patricia Belfatto at the Princeton Club.
C. Brian Rose, prominent archaeologist, scholar, speaker and author fascinated us with the tale of current and ongoing projects in Troy and Gordion (now Turkey). He also brought attention to the ancient world's modern woes stemming from the effects of today's wars, art looting, cultural property, ownership issues, and tourism. This event was been organized by Patricia Belfatto at the Princeton Club.
Sunday, February 8, 2015
Week of February 9th, 2015
Monday, February 9th: "Yasmin Reza at the 92nd Street Y"
Known for her ground-breaking plays (Art, God of Carnage, Life x 3) French authoress, Yasmina Reza, discussed her new novel, "Happy are the Happy" at the 92nd Street Y. T
Links: Event website
Tuesday February 10th: "The Phantom of Fifth Avenue"
The mysterious life and scandalous death of heiress Huguette Clark was laid bare. Authoress Meryl Gordon presented the many mysteries surrounding this heiress, as were featured in her recent book.Saturday, February 14th: "Sweetheart Swing" with Fleur Seule
Fleur Seule serenaded us at Cafe Tallulah on Valentine's Day.
Monday, February 2, 2015
Week of February 2nd, 2015
Wednesday, February 4th: "How I came to Hate Maths."
This documentary by Olivier Peyon, explored the challenges in making Math an exciting subject in schools and explored some of the most innovative studies going on in advanced mathematics today.
Links: Event website
Friday February 6th: Petroushka Ball
A half-dozen of us danced at The Russian Children's Welfare Society's annual Petroushka Ball at the Plaza. We enjoyed dancing to the Lester Lanin Orchestra and the Barynya Balalaika Orchestra. A few brave souls hit the After-Party at Beautique.Links: Event website
Sunday February 8th: The Walking Dead returns!
Links: Show website
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