Past Events 2015
Citymeals On Wheels
29th annual power lunch for women
The Citymeals Power Lunch for Women is a don’t miss appointment in many of New York City’s leading women in business, art, politics, entertainment, etc. And this excellent networking is for a great cause as well. Citymeals-on-Wheels provides home-delivered meals to New York’s homebound elderly. Barbara, a native of New York, rarely misses the opportunity to be there and is looking forward to being there this year.
Honoring Citymeals Board Member
Yusi Gonzalez-Gurrera, co-owner of Citarella
Emcee Norah O’Donnell, Co-Host CBS This Morning
November 20, 2015
11:45 a.m.
The Plaza Hotel
768 Fifth Avenue
NYC, NY
To learn more about this year’s lunch, visit this page and to learn more about the organization and it’s services you can always visit citymeals.org.
Friends of Sheba Medical Center
45th Anniversary Gala Dinner
Friends of Sheba Medical Center is the U.S. organization that supports Sheba Medical Center in Israel—the largest and most comprehensive medical center in Israel and the Middle East. Barbara is a board member and does her best to attend this event.
What makes a Hero? Honoring Our Heroes
Emcee, Jason Alexander with Celebrity guests and entertainment
Sunday, November 15
5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Beverly Wilshire Hotel
9500 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
For information about this even, go to this page.
For info about the organization, please visit FriendsOfSheba.org.
Women’s Guild Cedars Sinai Supper Club
For over 50 years Women’s Guild has been bringing hope to patients. The women of the Guild have inspired innovation at Cedars-Sinai and raised more than $40 million to support clinical and scientific advances.
This year the gala honors:
Judy and Bernard Briskin
Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil
Saturday, November 14, 2015
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Beverly Wilshire Hotel
Cedars-Sinai-supper-club-2015
For more information, please visit womensguildcs.org.
Zimmer Children’s Museum
Discovery Award Dinner
The Discovery Award is presented annually to extraordinary individuals who are leaders in their fields and communities. As a long-time supporter of the Zimmer Children’s Museum, Barbara rarely misses this event.
Thursday, November 12, 2015
6:30 p.m.
The Globe Theatre
Universal Studios
Universal City, CA
27th Annual
Hospitality Design Platinum Circle Awards
Hospitality Design magazine annually awards industry leaders—designers, architects, hoteliers, restaurateurs—with the Platinum Circle designation.
This year celebrates the 50th Anniversary of HBA as a new crop of deserving inductees are welcomed. As usual, Barabara will be there to help celebrate and honor the new inductees.
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
5:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Conrad Hotel
102 North End Ave New York, New York 10282
For event info visit HDPlatinumCircle.com.
To learn more about Hospitality Design visit HospitalityDesign.com
NEWH International
Gold Key Awards Ceremony
Members of NEWH, Inc. are professionals actively engaged in development, management/ operations, architecture, communications, design, distribution, education, manufacturing, production, purchasing, and sales of the Hospitality, Foodservice, Senior Living and related industries.
Barbara will be there as her friend Deborah Herman receives the NEWH International Icon of Industry award.
Monday, November 9, 2015
6:30pm – 9:30pm
Waldrof Astoria
301 Park Avenue
New York City, NY 10022
For more information about NewH and the awards, please visit NEWH.org.
Beverly Hills Police Officers Association
2015 Black & White Gala
Did you know that a Law Enforcement Officer dies in the line of duty an average of every 58 hours, that tragically killed in the line of duty increased 24% between 2013 and 2014, and that in 2014, more Officers were killed in California than in any other state. Police Officers have a lifespan of 10 years less than the average male in the United States.
This is why, althought Barbara can’t be at this gala, she doesn’t hesitate to donate to her local police organization and shares this organiation and event with you.
November 2, 2015
You can learn more about the 2015 gala at bhpoa.org/black-and-white-gala-information.
You can always learn more about the association at
bhpoa.org.
L.A. Museum of the Holocaust (LAMOTH)
2015 Gala Dinner
The legacy of Woman in Gold
Join in recognizing three distinguished community leaders, in honoring the legacy of the recovered art, and in supporting future generations who carry forward Survivors’ message of continuity and hope.
Why Woman in Gold?
In 2006, with courage and determination, Randy Schoenberg (recipient of this year’s LAMOTH Legacy and Leadership Award) lead a legal battle on behalf of Maria Altmann that resulted in the extraordinary recovery of her family’s art. This included the return of a 1907 gold leaf painting by Gustav Klimt known as The Woman in Gold — a painting of Maria Altmann’s aunt, Adele Bloch-Bauer.
Honoring E. Randol Schoenberg, Richard Jones, and Stacey Janks Jasper
Barbara regrets she won’t be able to attend as she must be in NY. However, as a museum supporter and in appreciation of art, she’d like you to know about this event and museum.
November 1, 2015
Beverly Wilshire Hotel
9500 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
To learn about the L.A. Museum of the Holocaust and this event, please visit LAMOTH.org.
WestEdge Design Fair
Invited to bring her “extraordinary background designing restaurants” to a panel called Kitchens for Entertaining: Get the Essential Mix for the Consummate Party Experience, Barbara will be speaking at the WestEdge Design Fair. Barbara will share her “dream list for the consummate functional/elegant kitchen experience that results in the ultimate entertaining experience.”
The entire Design Fair is four days, 10,000+ design enthusiasts networking with design industry insiders, seeing the latest in modern design, engaging in panel discussions, and shopping from over 150 exhibiting brands.
Friday, October 23, 2015
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
The Barker Hangar
3021 Airport Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90405
WestEdge Design Fair runs from October 22 – 25.
For info about Barbara’s panel, please visit WestEdgeDesignFair.com/panels-seminars-2015/
To learn hours and full show details, visit WestedgeDesignFair.com
#WestEdge
@WestEdgeDesign
2015 Eagle & Badge Gala
In the Line of Duty Awards
Funds raised by this event benefit the Eagle & Badge Foundation.
The Eagle and Badge Foundation provides assistance to current, retired and fallen in the Line of Duty LAPD employees and their families in time of critical need. It also provides help for children in the communities served by LAPD.
Featuring:
Master of Ceremonies: Kevin Frazier of Entertainment Tonight
Special Guest Performance: The Tenors
Black Tie Optional
Sunday, October 17, 2015
5:30 p.m. Red Carpet, Hosted Reception and Silent Auction
7:00 p.m. Gourmet Dinner
Awards and Entertainment
Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel
2025 Avenue of the Stars
Los Angeles, CA 90067
To learn about the Eagle and Badge Foundation and this gala, please visit EagleAndBadgeFoundation.com.
For more information, please call 818-994-4661.
21st Annual
Fulfillment Fund Stars Gala
The Fulfillment Fund makes college a reality for students in educationally/economically under-resourced communities. This starts by opening young people’s eyes to the possibility of higher education through classroom instruction, mentoring, one-on-one college counseling and experiential learning.
Honoring film and TV Producer Mark Gordon who will be recognized with the Tom Sherak Award.
Business Attire
Thursday, October 15, 2015
6:30 p.m. cocktails
7:30 p.m. dinner
Live Auction and Entertainment
Beverly Hilton Hotel
9876 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit fulfillment.org/stars.
The Magnolia Council’s
Tower Cancer Research Foundation
2015 Spirit of Hope Luncheon & Boutique
The Magnolia Council develops and fosters Tower Cancer Research Foundation, its mission, and activities. Funds from this annual luncheon benefit the Tower Cancer Research Fund and their many cutting edge research trials.
Barbara will be there to enjoy the program and her fellow attendee supporters as she continues her support of the foundation and its work.
Monday, October 12, 2015
10 a.m. – noon: Boutique
Noon: Luncheon & Program
The Beverly Wilshire Hotel
9500 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA
For more information please call their office at (310) 299-8470.
The 15th Annual Les Girls Cabaret
Les Girls 15 Cabaret
Each year, the Les Girls cabaret is held to benefit the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund (NBCC). Attendees have a blast enjoying the sexy wit for a great cause. Barbara always does and will be there again.
Honoree: Joyce Brandman
Scheduled to Appear
Bryan Batt, Emily Bergl, Chaz Bono, Barrett Foa,
Peri Gilpin, Chris Gorham, Harriet Harris, Josh Lawson,
Eric McCormack, Andrea Navedo, Ana Ortiz, June Diane Raphael, Brit Shaw,
Abigail Spencer, Tracie Thoms, and Steven Weber
Sunday, October 11, 2015
6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and silent auction
7:30 p.m. Cabaret
Avalon Hollywood
1735 North Vine Street
Hollywood, CA 90028
Remembering Pavarotti – Concert & Gala
Legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli and renowned soprano Renée Fleming headlined this gala concert celebrating the life and legacy of Luciano Pavarotti, the most outstanding tenor of his day. Pavarotti died tragically of pancreatic cancer.
Barbara and her guest thoroughly enjoyed this special concert and gala dinner with the added benefit of knowing that proceeds from this gala go to support of pancreatic cancer research at the Salk Institute.
Immediately following the concert, supporters enjoyed a VIP gala dinner chaired by Goldie Hawn, Steve Kaplan and Ogden Phipps, III.
September 25, 2015
Concert 6:30 p.m.
Gala Dinner followed
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion — The Music Center
135 North Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, C 90012
The Bel Air Affaire 2015: Music Beneath the Stars
This year’s annual summer fundraising event in support of scholarships for Hebrew University students will be an exclusive can’t-miss musical experience. You are invited to join this enchanted evening in support of scholarships for students at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Guests enjoyed a theatrical performance from the LA Opera performing opera’s most celebrated classics and Broadway’s favorite melodies.
The eveni includes the presentation of
The Humanitarian Torch of Learning Award to Albert Sweet.
Generously supported by Brindell Gottlieb.
Saturday, September 19, 2015
Cocktails at 6:30 p.m.
Dinner and Entertainmentat 7:30 p.m.
At a private home
Beverly Hills, CA
8th Annual
Kindred Spirits
Each year Kindred Spirits, a l world-class concert event conducted by Dr. Noreen Green, is held to benefit a different worthy cause. Seven years, seven charities endowed!
The 2015 beneficiary is Augie’s Quest, an organization seeking a cure for ALS.
John Ondrasik will be joined by theatre and stage stars, Lizzie Weiss and Ilan Davidson, along with the KindredSPIRITS Orchestra and Gospel Choir.
Sunday, June 14, 2015
7:00 p.m.
Saban Theatre
Beverly Hills, CA
(Private bus transportation available)
For more information, to buy tickets, and for sponsorship opportunites please visit KindredSpirits.org.
LA Fire Department Foundation presents
Fahrenheit 2015
All day, every day, the firefighters and paramedics of the Los Angeles Fire Department — committed to our safety — must be prepared for anything. Building and brush fires, car accidents and medical emergencies.
LA is a city of 4 million people, so when the department responded to more than 750,000 calls for help last year, units rolled out every 36 seconds!
The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation is the LAFD’s primary source for private financial support. So this year more than 600 guests are expected at Fahrenheit 2015 as they gather to honor honor Loreen Arbus and Queen Latifah
Dressy, Casual
Valet Parking
Saturaday, June 6, 2015
6:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception featuring
LAFD Exhibits, Demos, and a Silent Auction
8:00 p.m. – Dinner, Program and Entertainment
Los Angeles Fire Department Disaster Preparedness Unit
5101 N. Sepulveda Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, CA
You can learn about this event at SupportLAFD.org/news/ and we invite you to visit SupportLAFD.org any time.
NAWBO-LA’s
29th Annual Leadership and Legacy Awards Luncheon
Barbara is a long-time member and supporter of this great group that is dedicated to helping women grow in leadership and business skills across all industries. As always, she has a table there!
Friday, June 5, 2015
11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Power Panel, the panel discussion with the honorees at 2:30 p.m.
JW Marriott Los Angeles
L.A. LIVE
900 W Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
For complete info and to buy tickets, visit nawbola.org/events/nawbo-las-29th-annual-leadership-and-legacy-awards-luncheon.
Rachel’s Society benefitting
Israel Cancer Research Fund (ICRF)
Presents…
The American premiere of O My God, by Anat Gov, starring American/Israeli actor Mike Burstyn, recipient of multiple Israeli “Oscars” and DInner at Pat’s Restaurant.
Rachel’s Society focuses on women’s cancer awareness and research.
Thursday, June 4, 2015
Show at:
The Pico Playhouse
10508 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064
To learn more about ICRF, please call the ICRF office at 310-274-2400 or visit ICRFonline.org.
To learn move about Rachel’s Society, visit ICRFonline.org/rachels-society
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles
Future Fund Scholarship Luncheon
Sherry Lansing and Sarah Purcell, Co-Founders of the Greater Los Angeles Future Fund Scholarship Endowment invite supporters of this excellent program to attend the 22nd Annual Future Fund Scholarship Luncheon.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles changes Los Angeles communities by changing the lives of LA’s children.
The Big Sisters of Los Angeles Future Fund was founded in 1993 by Sherry Lansing and Sarah Purcell. The supporters of this Future Fund Endowment are men, women and foundations representing many different professions and industries, including entertainment, publishing, fashion and law, who are committed to securing that the agency has a solid financial future.
The Future Fund Endowment provides scholarships for BBBS graduating mentees (Little Sisters) pursuing higher education, as well as a sound financial foundation through the income from the endowment for the continuation of the agency’s programs and Big Sister/Little Sister matches.
Sunday, May 31, 2015
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
at a Private Home in Beverly Hills
You can learn about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles at BBBSLA.org.
American Institute of Architects Los Angeles (AIA/LA)
Restaurant Design Awards
at Dwell on Design LA 2015
Barbara Lazaroff is the annual emcee to present these awards, which honor excellence in the design of restaurants, cafes, bars, lounges, and nightclubs. The awards recognize both Jury winners, as well as People’s Choice winners, which are voted on by the general public.
Saturday, May 30, 2015
4:30 p.m.
LA Convention Center
Stage A
1201 S. Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
For more info visit DwellOnDesign.com/events/aiala-restaurant-design-awards-1.
The awards are on part of a three day event Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 30.
Information and the full schedule was at DwellOnDesign.com/schedule.
Zimmer Children’s Museum Women’s Leadership Council’s
2015 Women of Impact Luncheon
A celebration of mothers, daughters, and friends.
Guest Speaker
Shivani Siroya, Founder and CEO, InVenture, which helps entrepreneurs in emerging markets access credit through mobile technology, was ranked one of the top ten most innovative companies in money in 2015 by Fast Company.
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
11:00 a.m. Boutique
12:00 p.m. Lunch and Program
This luncheon was held at a private home
You can always learn about the Zimmer Children’s Museum at ZimmerMuseum.org.
Cedars Sinai Medical Center’s
The Help Hand of Los Angeles
86th Mother of the Year Luncheon
Barbara was there to help celebrate as Mother of the Year awards were presented to Joyce Powell and her daughters Linda, Nancy and Debbie as well as to actress, producer, and talk show host Ricki Lake at this Annual Mother’s Day Luncheon for Cedars Sinai Medical Center.
Monday, May 11, 2015
10:00 a.m. Luxury Boutique
11:30 a.m. Lunch
The Beverly Hilton
9876 Wilshile Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
More information is available from Matthew.Karimi-Pouia@cshs.org.
Aviva Family and Children’s Services
Centennial Gala — The A Gala
Barbara is a long-time supporter of Aviva and, as always, looked forward to attending this centennial celebration which featured multi-platinum singer-songwriter, poet and actress Jewel as a special musical guest.
About Jewel’s special performance, Barbara said this:
I don’t often say I am a fan but I can say it about Jewel. Yes, she has the most fabulous voice, but hearing her life story, learning that she has truly triumphed over a rough home, then homelessness…. Her experiences connect so profoundly with the mission of AVIVA. I will ALWAYS remember her words, delivered with heart, humor and an authenticity that is often missing in so many today whether they are “celebs” are not. This woman is real!
The gala also honored Co-Founders of Platinum Associates Robin Broidy, Susan Casden and Linda May with Legacy Award; and Relativity with Corporate Responsibility Award.
Aviva Family and Children’s Services is a non-sectarian, nonprofit, social service and mental health agency with a mission to provide a comprehensive range of diverse and culturally sensitive therapeutic and educational programs help at-risk, emotionally distressed, abused, and neglected youth – as well as their families – function more effectively as individuals and within the family and community.
Cocktail attire
Friday, May 9, 2015
6:00 p.m.Cocktail Reception
7:00 p.m. Dinner, Awards & Entertainment
Four Seasons Hotel
300 South Doheny Drive
Beverly Hills, CA
You can learn about Aviva at AvivaCenter.org.
13th Annual
Tower of Hope Gala
Each year some of Hollywood’s brightest stars and industry icons, as well as 600+ distinguished guests, residents, and physicians gather at this Tower Cancer Research Foundation gala as they move forward in their mission of Hope, Healing, and Humanity in the fight against cancer are honored.
Barbara was there in support as this years’ honors went to:
James R. Belardi — the Hope Award,
Kenneth W. Adashek, MD, FACS — the Healing Award, and
Skechers — the Humanity Award for Community Impact
The Tower of Hope Gala gathers some of Hollywood’s brightest stars and industry icons, as well as 600+ distinguished guests, residents, and physicians.
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
5:30 p.m. – to 8:30 p.m.
Beverly Hilton Hotel
9876 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
American Friends of
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem Western Region
An Evening of Tribute
An elegant reception celebrating the dedication and achievements of our illustrious leaders and supporters of AFHU’s mission on behalf of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Guest speakers for this evening of tribute were the Honorable David Siegle whio is Consul General of Israel in Los Angeles and Professor Menahem Ben-Sasson, the President of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Business Attire
Wednesday, May 6, 2015
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Hillcrest Country Club
10,000 West Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA
You can find more information about this evening at afhu.org/events/western-region-2015-evening-of-tribute
25th Annual JBF Awards
James Beard Restaurant & Chef Awards Gala
Restaurant and Chef award semifinalists will be announced on February 18, on the JamesBeard.org blog. The final nominees for all Awards categories will be announced March 24 at the James Beard House in New York City.
Then comes this James Beard Awards Awards Gala & Reception, a formal Black Tie event held for the first time in Chicago rather than NY.
Monday, May 4, 2015
8 p.m. – midnight
Lyric Opera of Chicago
20 North Upper Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
Information is available at JamesBeard.org.
Women Chefs & Restaurateurs
WCR National Conference 2015
Panel Discussions, Classes, Workshops, and Offsite Tours. Numerous chefs, television personalities, authors, restaurateurs and culinary experts shared their knowledge and experiences. Among them, new President Elizabeth Falkner.
Saturday – Monday, April 18 – 21, 2015
The Millennium Broadway Hotel
145 W 44th St
New York, NY 10036
For more information, please visit WomenChefs.org/wcr-conference.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles
Accessories for Success Lunch and Fashion Show
As a long-time suporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters, Barbara enjoys this supportive event. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles builds a positive future for the people of LA.
Friday, April 17, 2015
10:30 a.m. Luxury Boutiques
Noon Luncheon and Award Presentations
Beverly Wilshire Hotel
9500 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA
For tickets and information contact Sarah Bennett at 213-213-2410
Spago’s 31st Annual Seder
benefiting Mazon, A Jewish Response To Hunger
For the 31st time, Barbara hosted a second night Seder at Spago— to the largest group ever!
Over 200 guests of all faiths attended, dined, and participated in a traditional Jewish Passover Seder with a gourmet twist.
Saturday, April 4, 2015
Doors open at 5:00 p.m.
Seating 5:30 p.m.
Spago Beverly Hills
176 North Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
14th Hospitality Design Summit
Hospitality Design Summit is the industry’s leadership think tank. Its only networking conference — designed to sharpen the leadership skills executives need daily and to provide the big ideas the need to stay ahead of the competition. Every year presents new thinking from top global thought-leaders, academicians, researchers, authors, innovators, inventors, and strategists. All in a resort atmosphere that focuses on idea gathering, raw networking, and relationship building.
Wednesday – Friday, March 4-6, 2015
Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
One Ritz-Carlton Drive,
Dana Point, CA 92629O
website
For questions, please visit HDsummit.com or email HDsummit@EmeraldExpo.com.
87th Academy Awards, aka The Oscars
Continuing a traditon, Barbara Lazaroff attended this year’s Academy Awards which were hosted by Neil Patrick Harris. Following the Oscars Barbara and approximately 1,500 select guests enjoyed the Governor’s Ball Dinner & Dance, which, for the 21st year was treated to a special menu by Chef Wolfgang Puck and his W. P. Catering Company.
Here’s Barbara in her Beverly Hills home ready to depart for the Academy Awards. Later, at the party, Barbara visited with Spago Beverly Hills’ Executive Pasty Chef, Della Gossett, who, with her team, prepared the sumptuous sweets and desserts being served at the Governor’s Ball. Barbara also enjoyed time with J.K. Simmons (Best Supporting Actor for Whiplash) and his wife Michelle Schumacher as they celebrated his first Oscar win during the Governor’s Ball.
In other Oscar Party happenings Vanity Fair hosted their own private Oscar Viewing Party held at Chef Puck & Ms. Lazaroff’s restaurant, Spago Beverly Hills.
Sunday, February 22, 2015
Hollywood & Highland
Hollywood, CA
Red carpet opening of White Rabbit — a new film
Barbara and associate Jordan Roberts celebrated the launch of their new production company, in conjunction with the red carpet opening of their star-studded feature film, “White Rabbit.”
Cast includes:
~ Britt Robertson (Cake, Tomorrowland)
~ Nick Krause (Boyhood, The Descendents)
~ Sam Trammell (True Blood, The Fault In Our Stars)
~ Ryan Lee (Super 8, This is 40)
White Rabbit is about a high school shooter in the making and the devastating effects of teen bullying. It seems that every time you turn on the news, there’s another story about someone who eventually snapped after years of bullying. We hope that “White Rabbit” will be a catalyst to opening up a dialogue about an issue that affects us all.
“We’ve announced our new production company, Filmanthropic, where we will create socially conscious, mainstream movies and television AND generate funds and awareness for their causes.
Filmanthropic and Breaking Glass Pictures are hosting “White Rabbit” Screenings/Fundraisers in a 10-City Bullying Prevention Tour.
Those proceeds will benefit: Variety the Children’s Charity and specific anti-bullying charities.
This is a great cause to get in front of…. and Filmanthropic’s business model is to attach cause to everything we produce!”
~Barbara Lazaroff & Jordan Roberts
Friday, February 13, 2015
Laemmle Music Hall
9036 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA
6:15 p.m. Red Carpet Arrivals
7:30 p.m. Screening
We invite you to watch White Rabbit’s 5 minute trailer on Vimeo.
Chinese New Year at Chinois On Main
Guests at Chinois enjoyed a special menu as they celebrated the coming of the Year of the Ram.
Friday, February 20, 2015
Chinois On Main
2709 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA
You can alway learn about Chinois by calling 310-392-9025.