Photo: Nicole Freezer Rubens

Time’s almost up—and so is your chance to be part of something unforgettable. The Power of Women’s Voices event is nearly at capacity, and trust us, you’ll want to say, “I was there.” There’s a fabulous self-care retreat happening next month in midtown, and tickets are flying for “Enemy of the People,” a one-woman powerhouse of a play. The Met’s long-awaited return to Egyptian art is here—“Divine Egypt” is now open. Andrea Peponokis introduces us to another rule-breaker who made an entire industry visible. And our roving photographer takes us inside a Carnegie Hill mansion turned art gallery and its latest exhibition.

Last Call! Don’t Miss the Power of Women’s Voices

This is more than a gathering—it’s a celebration of bold stories, fierce creativity, and the unstoppable force of women speaking their truth.  If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it. Secure your spot now before the doors close.  Be inspired. Be heard. Be part of the movement.  Because the only thing worse than FOMO… is missing your moment. GET THE DETAILS.

Nov. 4-6. Bringing the Blue Zones Immersive Experience to NYC.

Join us right here in New York City for the only getaway experience you don’t want to miss.  A Self-Love- Self Care Experience’ on longevity and wellness with the power of the 9 principles! Learn the everyday lifestyles on how to live longer, happier, & healthier at the world-renowned ila Only Spa, Lotte New York Palace Hotel.

Nov 4–6 / A welcome reception on Nov 3rd at 6pm

With leading wellness experts: Led by Blue Zones trained expert facilitator Céline Vadam

Additional speakers

• Karen Ballou – Immunocologie Founder & Cancer Survivor
• Sonia Satra – Mindset & Movement Coach
• Debra Hope Duneier – Feng Shui & Sustainability Expert
• Ashley Patten – Longevity Movement Coach

Full retreat Includes:

• Welcome reception Nov 3rd
• Dinner at Black Barn with the award winning  Chef John Doherty
• Blue Zones inspired Facial by Immunocologie
• Daily Longevity Lunches  & snacks
• 20% off spa services
• 30% off Collagen Bar services

Limited seating, register today! Full Retreat-$2,000  | Day Rates-$700 www.ilaspanyc.com/blue-zonesretreat

Questions? Text Karen Ballou – 203-610-3387

Join the most fun club in town. Get the details. 

Oct. 30. Enemies of the People at United Solo

Enemies of the People is a haunting and deeply personal one-woman show adapted from the powerful memoir by Peabody Award-winning journalist and author Kati Marton. Set in post-war Hungary, the play follows Kati’s journey as she uncovers the long-buried story of her parents—Ilona and Endre—renowned journalists who endured and resisted two oppressive regimes. As Kati sifts through state files and family memories, a portrait of love, betrayal, resilience, and quiet defiance emerges.

Starring acclaimed Hungarian actress Erika Marozsán, the piece was adapted especially for her by the award-winning Mohácsi brothers and directed by János Mohácsi. Accompanied by a mesmerizing original score composed by Márton Kovács and Ádám Móser, the production blends personal narrative with political history in a vivid, emotionally charged performance. GET DETAILS AND TICKETS.

Spotlight on Long Island: Meet Laura Paltek

Andrea Peponkis shines a spotlight on Laura Paltek — a visionary who turned pandemic-era invisibility into a nationwide movement for recognition, equity, and empowerment in the events industry. From her roots in South Huntington to the halls of government, Laura has spent 35 years mastering the art of event production and the last five redefining its future. Her work through the Events Education & Workforce Development Federation is not just advocacy — it’s legacy-building. And for women over 55, she’s opening doors to mentorship, purpose, and reinvention. READ MORE. 

Roving in the Galleries

Nicole Freezer Rubens writes:

Shucks & Aww, the current Urs Fischer exhibit at the pristine Salon 94 gallery, is a show to be seen. In this body of work, the eccentric artist focuses on design. The glorious mansion in the Museum Mile section of Carnegie Hill is the perfect contrasting backdrop for these untraditional works and the beautiful building is an architectural show in and of itself. Even if you know nothing about art, seeing this body of work is visually entertaining and offers astute commentary. Shock value is concrete alongside simple art and even cute.

From the gallery’s description “Fischer has a knack for presenting and re-presenting the mundane until it becomes the extra-ordinary, for showing us how to approach the commonplace with fresh eyes and an open mind.”

This is an exhibit that can be seen on multiple levels offering many refreshing takeaways the viewer wants to find.  Salon 94 is located at 3 East 89th Street. Shucks & Aww can be enjoyed through December 20, 2025. It’s a great escape that leaves you amused, in awe and certainly thinking.

Divine Egypt: A Landmark Exhibition at The Met

From October 21, 2025 through January 19, 2026, The Metropolitan Museum of Art presents “Divine Egypt”—its first major exhibition of Egyptian art in over a decade. This extraordinary showcase brings together more than 200 works spanning 3,000 years of history, illuminating the profound relationship between art, ritual, and divinity in ancient Egyptian culture.

Visitors will encounter rare masterpieces from The Met’s own collection alongside international loans, including temple reliefs, gilded coffins, and statuary that once stood in sacred spaces. The exhibition explores how visual storytelling shaped spiritual life—from the cosmic myths of creation to the intimate rituals of daily devotion.

“Divine Egypt” is more than an exhibition—it’s a journey into the heart of a civilization where gods were ever-present, and beauty was a form of worship. Whether you’re a lifelong Egyptophile or newly curious, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to experience the sacred splendor of ancient Egypt through the eyes of its artists and believers. GET THE DETAILS.