Upcoming Events
Barbara may not be able to attend all of these excellent, worthwhile events but she wants to share them with you.
Note: On March 30, 2023 Barbara joined Will Knox on his Mr. Restaurant radio show and podcast. It aired on several on-air radio stations, including Somerset, England. You can listen to it here at Apple podcasts or watch on YouTube at youtube.com/watch?v=eSumJ14mL84.
Beverly Hills Police Officers Benevolent Fund
2025 Beverly Hills Police Gala
Join the Beverly Hills Police for a glamorous evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a thrilling live auction, and an inspiring awards ceremony honoring the courageous First Responders who make Beverly Hills one of the safest cities in which to live and work.
The tragedy Los Angeles experienced earlier this year is an important reminder of the essential role First Responders play in our community.
Now is the time to support the heroes of the BHPD. Your donation to the Beverly Hills Police Officers Benevolent Fund shapes a stronger, safer community for the future. Every contribution directly benefits those who risk their lives for us, ensuring they are prepared and ready to face any challenge. Your support is crucial – together, we make a lasting impact.
September 17, 2025
6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
9850 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
For more about the event please visit BHPoliceFund.org
The BHPOBF is a 501(c)3 organization and donations are tax deductible.
Along with this…
2025 Beverly Hills Police Online Auction – a virtual event Online Auction
October 10 – October 19, 2025
Info will link from the website above when it’s ready.
16th Annual Bel Air Affaire — Luminaries of Light
Marking Hebrew University’s Centennial
In support of student scholarships at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Founded by Visionaries.Propelled Forward by Innovation.
At the Hebrew University, tradition is our innovation. HU is home to 23,000+ students and 1,400+ researchers across 6 campuses and 7 faculties. Faculty and alumni have received 550+ awards for excellence, including 9 Nobel Prizes in chemistry, physics, and economics. HU’s 4,200+ research projects represent 1/3 of Israel’s civilian research with 11,500+ registered patents covering 3,500+ inventions and 1,160+ licensed technologies launching 260+ spin-off companies.
This year’s Bel Air Affaire theme, Luminaries of Light, pays tribute to a distinguished group of visionary leaders whose dedication and generosity illuminate the path of discovery, progress, and lasting impact. Thanks to these extraordinary champions, HU is shaping a brighter future—one that will guide the next 100 years and beyond, driven by knowledge, innovation, and opportunity.
And… for every dollar you donate, an anonymous donor will match your donation up to one million dollars!
Attending the Bel Air Affaire not only ensures an evening of exquisite dining and entertainment but also the opportunity for you to make a profound impact. A portion of the funds raised from this year’s Bel Air Affaire will provide critical support to students who have served in the IDF since October 7, 2023, recognizing their dedication and sacrifice while ensuring they have the financial resources to continue their education.
Your generous support empowers the next generation of leaders and innovators to pursue their academic aspirations at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel’s premier institution of higher learning and research. Enjoy a fine event and invest in the bright minds that will benefit the world’s future.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
6:00 p.m.
Hosted at a stunning private residence in Beverly Hills, California
For more information visit afhu.org/event/16th-annual-bel-air-affaire-2025, call our office at (310) 843-3100, or email western@afhu.org.
If you are unable to attend but would like to make a tax-deductible contribution you may easily do so from the above link.
Project Angel Food Angel Awards
Since 1989, Project Angel Food has prepared and delivered more than 19 million fresh medically tailored meals to more than 4,000 men, women and children living with life-threatening illnesses annually to nourish their health and spirit. (That’s 2,600 people daily.)
Your participation in the 2025 Angel Awards Gala propels us forward in achieving this. And 86 cents of every dollar raised goes directly toward agency operations.
Fresh from her European Tour, the incomparable Belinda Carlisle will headline a spectacular evening.
Begin your night with cocktails and a gourmet dinner al fresco on the legendary backlot, specially curated by Chef Wayne Elias of Crumble.
Following dinner, you’ll enjoy the state-of-the-art Paramount Studios Theater for the presentation of the Leadership in Love Angel Award to our exceptional partner, Cedars Sinai, for their remarkable contributions, dedication, and ongoing support.
Belinda’s special live musical performance will follow.
Attire: Fall Chic
Saturday, September 27, 2025
5:30 p.m. Cocktails & Silent Auction
7:00 p.m. Dinner
8:00 p.m. Awards Program & Performance in Paramount Studios Theater
Paramount Pictures
Bronson Gate
5554 Melrose Avenue
Hollywood, CA 90038
All proceeds support Project Angel Food’s vital mission to nourish the health and spirit of individuals facing critical and life-threatening illnesses by preparing and delivering medically tailored meals with love, care, and dignity.
For more information visit AngelFood.org/events/angel-awards-2025
Downtown Women’s Center
Every Woman Housed Gala — Rooted in Resilience, Rising
Once again the Gala brings together dedicated community members, local leaders, corporate partners, and more to celebrate a year of impact with delicious food, entertainment, and a silent and live auction!
For 47 years, the Downtown Women’s Center has stood as a rooted force in Skid Row, meeting crisis with compassion and growing stronger through it all.
The Women’s Center’s work has endured because of one constant: a community that refuses to give up. As progress remains both precious and precarious, this gathering reaffirms the shared commitment to protect what they’ve built and keep rising toward a future where every woman is housed.
Honoring
Lucinda (Cindy) Starrett, Counsel (retired partner), Latham & Watkins
Katy Yaroslavsky, Councilwoman, Council District Five
Cocktail Attire
The historic Vibiana
214 South Main Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Sunday, October 5, 2025
5:00 p.m.
For learn about sponsoring, visit DowntownWomensCenter.org/everywomanhousedgala2025
To learn about the center visit DowntownWomensCenter.org