More
than four hundred celebrities, philanthropists and environmentally-interested
New Yorkers and East Enders came together to support the protection
and restoration of eastern Long Island's natural environment at EcoFabulous
in the East End, a sold-out benefit for Group for the East End on Saturday,
June 20, 2009 at the Wölffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack,
NY.
Powered by bio-diesel generators and inspired by a conservation ethic,
EcoFabulous in the East End featured a farm-to-table meal sourced from
local farms and prepared by award-winning local chefs; potted centerpieces
that will be planted on the East End post-event; electronic event communication;
and a hotly-anticipated luxury EcoAuction that features Tesla-for-a-weekend100%
electric driving experience; luxury stay at the Dominican Republic's
Casa de Campo with eco-spa treatments at Cygalle Healing Spa; a rare
Beech tree from Marder's Nursery; Ferragamo eco-handbag; Brilliant
Earth's recycled gold jewelry and more.
Katherine & Marco Birch, Carolyn & Greg Hoogkamp, Bill & Deni
McChesney, Susan & Lou Meisel, Anna & Ari Meisel, Nicole Miller & Kim
Taipale, Jackie & Peter Schellbach, Mary & Ken Walker were
event co-chairs.
