May 28th, 2009
David Hyde Pierce Will Host This Year’s Alzheimer’s Association Gala at the Pierre Hotel in New York
I’ll be at the annual Alzheimer’s Association, NYC Chapter’s “Forget-Me-Not” gala on Monday, June 1 at the Pierre Hotel. I have created an official artwork for the event that will be auctioned to raise funds for Alzheimer’s care and research. I’ve blogged about this insidious disease before and how it affects so many millions of people in this country and abroad. I’ve been personally touched, as both my father and grandmother succumed to the disease. Alzheimer’s Disease can be classified as an epidemic…and there IS no cure. Every 70 seconds someone in the US develops the disease…so i urge you to join me…in whatever way you can…monetarily (donate $$)…or physically (help someone who has the disease or someone supporting someone who does)….to support those who live with this nightmare day in and day out…and to help work towards effective treatments and cures.
I created the official artwork for the gala ….A Walk in the Park….to symbolize the cycle of life. The Tree of life at its core sympbolizes how life starts and ends ….and all the phases in between. It’s my hope that someday, this disease will simply be a walk in the park, marked only by temporary and/or minimal impairment for the victims AND their loved ones.
Thank you!
–Charles
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May 21st, 2009
Frank Radice Unveiled my Fourth Daytime Emmy Awards Commission
Last week, Good Housekeeping Magazine hosted a reception and press conference during which the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences annoucned the 36th Annual Daytime Entertainment Emmy Award Nominations. My good friend, Sam Katz co-creator, and NATAS President Frank Radice also unveiled my fourth official painting for the annual awards ceremony. The event took place at the Hearst Tower in NYC and the awards will take place at the Orpheum Theater in Los Angeles and be hosted by Vanessa Williams on August 30, 2009. Everyone WATCH is on the CW Network! It’s gonna be grand!
Below are photos of Frank, Bindi Irwin (host of Bindi, Jungle Girl) and Cash Cab Host Ben Bailey with the painting.
Enjoy!
–Charles
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May 19th, 2009
I was actually not able to attend the Westchester Philharmonic Spring Gala last weekend…but i received quite a report. It was a star-studded event, highlighed by a private performance by Maestro Itzhak Perlman. County Executive Andrew Spano spoke about the importance of the arts to the culture of Westchester County and i couldn’t agree more. Here are some pics from the event…. Itzhak Perlman with my violin; CBS’s Tony Aiello (the emcee for the evening) and Westchester Philharmonic Executive Director Josh Worby!
–Charles
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May 15th, 2009
This weekend, the Westchester Philharmonic will celebrate its Spring Gala with an event called “The Art of the Violin.” The Philharmonic, under the direction of the legendary Itzak Perlman, will perform its final concert of the season on Sunday, May 17th at the SUNY Purchase Performing Arts Center. After the concert, the gala will take place at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in White Plains. I have painted a 3-D violin that will be auctioned at the event…i’m excited to be involved because I wholeheartedly support the Philharmonic’s efforts throughout the Westchester County community. Not only do they bring world class entertainment to the area, but they also support an award-winning education program that services over 2,000 elementary school students annually! As i have been talking about the importance of arts education in this blog, i’m happy to be participating in an event that supports the arts in this way. You can find out more about the Philharmonic and purchase tickets for these events at http://www.westchesterphil.org/.
–Charles
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May 11th, 2009
My 3D Pop Art Celebrates Ellis Island
I wondered how NECO could surpass the wonderful party they threw on Friday night….I met many of the past medalists on Friday and they told me to expect an incredible day on Saturday….but it’s just something that you can’t describe. What an incredible experience…what an incredible honor. I gathered with all of the other medalists at the Ritz Carlton Hotel Battery Park. They assembled us and we followed a bagpipe escort to one of the Ellis Island Ferries. We arrived at Ellis Island to a complete color guard and military line down the red carpet. We were escorted into the main tent and were seated on stage for the ceremony. There was a full military procession, some incredible entertainment…i think the Georgia Mass Choir was my favorite….the Air Force Liberty Band was incredible too…as were the American Belles and the 82nd Airborne. They were just ALL incredible.
We were individually presented with our medals. Emilio Estefan gave a fantastic speech. After the ceremony, we were taken to the Great Hall for a black tie dinner. My words just can’t give adequate meaning to this event. To hear so many stories of the brave and courageous who all came through Ellis Island…to be honored in the place where my family entered this country…to remember the feeling of hope and the dreams they carried with them…and to pay tribute to the opportunities offered by The United States of America…it was very powerful. I am grateful to NECO for adding me to this incredibly prestigious list of people. It was a night i will certainly never forget!
–Charles
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May 9th, 2009
I can’t believe last night was only the “PRE-CELEBRATION” – the weekend of the Ellis Island Medal of Honor Awards Gala is here..and i really don’t think i understood the magnitude of this event until last night. I attended the pre-celebration party at the National Museum of the American Indian. First of all…what a beautiful museum. The shape of the room they held the event in is reminiscent of a teepee, albeit a VERY modern one…beautiful wood floors…incredible glassed-in exhibits…and a high tech screen. My original painting and limited editions were on display (make sure you check out the special offer NECO is offering to my collectors until May 15th at http://www.fazzino.com/News-ellis-island-medal-of-honor-neco.htm).
The chairman of NECO, Mr. Nasser Kazeminy, made a fabulous speech and donated money to “Gift of Life,” the organization that brings children from third world countries to the United States for life-saving surgery. Very inpsiring. Did you know they have saved more than 10,000 lives??!
I had the honor of meeting Gloria and Emilio Estefan. Gloria received the Medal of Honor several years ago and this year, it’s Emilio’s turn. They are gracious and sweet people. I spent a long time speaking with George Randazzo, the founder of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame in Chicago. We are talking about some very exciting projects….my father was from Sicily….and i would be proud to be involved with the Hall of Fame!
At the Chairman’s Dinner, i sat next to Medal recipient Rayna DuBose…after contracting Meningitis while playing basketball in her first year of college some years ago, she’s lost both arms and is now a motivational speaker….resiliance is her middle name and i was touched hearing her story. Congressman Charles Rangel sought her out because he wanted to meet her.
It was incredible night and i can’t believe that the best is yet to come today with the actual ceremony on Ellis Island. More to come….
–Charles
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May 5th, 2009
Last week, I had the wonderful opportunity of seeing my artwork permanently installed in the American Airlines terminal at JFK Airport 
in NY…I went for the installation and to sign posters for the American Airlines employees. Honestly, I had not idea what to expect. I left the airport later that day feeling elated, warm, and like I’d just made 100+ new friends. The welcome I received was overwhelming. What an incredible group of people…so devoted to what they do…and so genuine….i had a wonderful time.
A huge shoutout to Brian, Joe, and Sawh….I can’t thank them enough for arranging the event and inviting me back to install more pieces in their beautiful terminal. They explained to me that their goal is to give travellers an experience that surpasses all others. They are obviously succeeding…I was also there on the day of the grand opening of the new Bobby Vans restaurant. Awesome. Pretty soon, people will just want to go to the AA terminal, shop, have dinner, and spend the day…it’s THAT nice.
Will keep you posted on my growing airport exhibit!
–Charles
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