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King Tut Returns - June 27, 2009

  

Our favorite boy king Tutankhamun returns to the San Francisco de Young Museum after 30 years. Here's a cheat sheet before you go.

• Tutankhamun was one of the last kings of Egypt's 18th Dynasty.
• He was nine years old when he became pharaoh in 1333 BC.
• He died mysteriously at age 19.
• The tomb of King Tut, as we affectionately call him, was discovered intact in 1922 by British archaeologist Howard Carter.
• Discovery of the tomb created an international buzz that influenced art, architecture, and fashions throughout the 1920s. 
• Fifty of the artifacts made their first international tour in 1979.
• Eight million people attended.
• The current exhibit includes 130 artifacts - 50 from King Tut's tomb and 80 from the tombs of other pharaohs and royalty.
• A portion of the proceeds from this world tour will go to help preserve Egypt's treasures and construction of a new museum in Cairo.
• Sponsors include National Geographic and Northern Trust.
• The museum has set up a (not-to-be-missed)Tut webpage full of information and e-cards and a podcast interview with designer of the exhibit, Mark Lach.

Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs, de Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, SF, 415-750-3600, June 27, 2009 through March 28, 2010. Just like in '79, you must purchase tickets in advance.

http://tutsanfrancisco.org/content/tickets

Composer Philanthropist Gordon Getty Honored by Lavish Gala Performance

"The older I get, the less I know, but I am certain that what we do matters." - from Master Class, music by Jake Heggie, lyrics by Terrence McNally

Gordon Getty is one of those names one automatically associates with San Francisco and the arts, but not everyone knows that he was a student of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, the Bay Area equivalent to Julliard.  Years later, Getty donated funds to help build the new Recital Hall, named after Getty's principal teacher there, Sol Joseph.  Among his many talents, Getty is also a composer, so it's fitting that for their gala this year, the Conservatory honored Gordon Getty with a performance for him including pieces written by him, to thank him for his passion and generosity over the years.

The Guardsmen Bachelor Auction - June 25, 2009

Free cosmos for the ladies and 25 hot bachelors struttin' their stuff. What's this ... a plot line for Sex and the City? Nope, it's all real and you are invited! The Guardsmen 6th Annual Auction on Thursday, June 25 is your chance to bid on a date with one of San Francisco's most eligible bachelors. (Or if you're a Samantha, go for multiple bidding!)

Since 1947 The Guardsmen has been raising funds to better the lives of inner-city kids. Each year monies raised are used to send youth to camps, outdoor education programs, and scholarships are set up for 200 students to attend private schools. 

The Guardsmen 6th Annual Bachelor Auction, Ruby Skye, 420 Mason St., SF

Thursday, June 25, 2009, Cosmos start pourin' at 7PM, bidding starts at 8:30

For tickets and more information go to http://www.guardsmen.org/

Sponsored in part by TheAList.org

Be there or be sorry!

 

 

   

Portrait of Bay Area Arthritis Foundation Fashion Show Chair, Gail DeMartini (via Vivanista)

On October 15^th the Bay Area Arthritis Foundation will hold its annual fashion show luncheon at the St. Francis Hotel.

The glamorous collection of iconic fashion designer, Lily Samii, will be featured in celebration of her 20^th anniversary in San Francisco.  Fashion Show Co-Chairs are Gail DeMartini and Jane Inch.

Vivanista asks Gail DeMartini, one of the most experienced charitable fashion show chairs in the Bay Area, a few questions about why the Arthritis Foundation Fashion Show was something she was willing to co-chair, what it is about the Arthritis Foundation that gets her excited, and a few fun fashion questions. 

[continue to Vivanista article]

Jimmy Choo Coming to H&M San Francisco This Fall

 

In a brilliant move by H&M, they have partnered with Jimmy Choo and founder, Tamara Mellon (pictured left) to provide an inspired and affordable new line of shoes and accessories for women and men, to arrive in H&M U.S. stores on November 14th - including, of course, San Francisco.

“We are privileged to be among the fashion greats who have been affiliated with H&M, to be designing a collection that will appeal to fashion-savvy, street-smart women and to be including some great pieces for men, too,” says Mellon.

A match made in fashion heaven, we look forward to the new arrivals for fall.

7 for all mankind spring fashion & art event on Saturday

7 For All Mankind invites customers into the store to shop their new Spring 2009 collection this Saturday.  Guests can sip champagne, eat chocolate covered strawberries and listening to music from a local DJ.

While shoppers enjoy the music and the new Spring Collection they can also catch a sneak peek of exclusive contemporary artwork created by NADA (The New Art Dealers Alliance) artists.  Featuring Rob Racine. Print the image above as a 20% off coupon and bring it to the store.

Event details: Saturday, June 20th, 2:00pm – 5:00pm at the 7 For All Mankind store, 224 Grant Ave in San Francisico.

Nalle 25th Celebration

I love the wine country, but I am by no means a wine snob. I know what wines I like and I drink them. One of my favorite wineries is Nalle in Healdsburg. I can not describe the zin, not sure about the tannins, the oak, just know that I love it. I first tried a glass of Nalle Zin at Santi in Geyserville. I immediately knew I had to own some. I called the folks over at Nalle, and met them at the winery. I showed up with a minivan full of children, all mine. We were welcomed, shown around the unassuming grounds and I've been a Nalle fan ever since!

Nalle will be holding their 25th anniversary celebration on June 28th, from noon to seven. For twenty dollars, you can taste wine, enjoy some food, music and maybe a game of horseshoes. You will also be given a chance to purchase cases at a discount. I was just dining at Blue Hill, in New York City (yes, that is where the Obamas dined) and guess what wine I saw on their menu, Nalle!

The Unhealthy Truth - Book Review

 

 

It started with an egg.

One egg resulted in a complete life change for Colorado mother of four, Robyn O'Brien.

One morning Robyn fed her baby daughter, Tory her first ever egg and then put her down for a nap. A short while later Robyn checked in on Tory and found the little girl's face bright red and swollen up like a balloon. An ER visit, a dose of antihistamine and Tory recovered. Later the family found out that their daughter had an allergic reaction to the egg she ate and that's where the story beings. 

SF Food Bank Benefit Event, Called One Big Table, This Wednesday, June 10th

 

Tickets are still available for San Francisco Food Bank's One Big Table event, this Wednesday, June 10, from 6-9 pm at Hotel Kabuki.  The evening includes dinner and the chance to bid on some fantastic auction items, including dinner for 12, cooked in your home by celebrated Food Network chef, cookbook author and cookware designer Tyler Florence.

Fabulous Fashion Fete on Sunday

The Four Seasons Silicon Valley (in East Palo Alto) is quickly becoming a hot spot for events in the Bay Area. Easy to access off 101 at University Avenue, the Quattro restaurant and rooftop pool bar have become popular destinations, so it should come as no surprise that philanthropic events are moving into the Four Seasons now as well.  This weekend, Gala for Giving is hosting a Fabulous Fashion Fete, featuring clothing, jewelry, accessories and home products.

The first 200 guests to attend receive swag bags. $15 is all it takes to get into this great event, and a portion of the proceeds go to BUILD. Show up at 2050 University Ave. at the Four Seasons (note: park anywhere on Sunday) and the event begins at 2:00pm, lasting until 6:00pm.

Fall & Winter 2009-2010 Fashion Trends List

September is here, so we've updated our annual fall/winter trends list with the latest news and information.

This fall brought an interesting blend of themes and inspiration to the runway - think: Marlene Dietrich meets the Borg and you're half way there. Add in a little winter safari, obtuse headgear and a lot of black, and that's just the beginning.  Booties are back, with an edge and yes, leggings are still here, but looking beyond the fright of another season of returned '80's fashions, there are still many beautiful designs to be found.

Please read on...

Shanghai Girls - Lisa See - Author Readings

 

Lisa See, author of the New York Times Bestsellers - Snow Flower and the Secret Fan & Peony in Love - will be making the following appearances in the Bay Area to promote her new book, Shanghai Girls. 

June 8th, 7:30PM, Capitola Bookcafe, Capitola

June 9th, 7:30PM, Kepler's, Menlo Park

June 10th, 11AM, Towne Center Books, Pleasanton

June 10th, 6:30PM SF Public Library

June 11, 12PM Luncheon, Book Passage, Corte Madera

June 11th, 7PM, Rakestraw Books, Danville

June 12th, 2PM Stanley Middle School, Lafayette

whew!

www.lisasee.com