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Pines Profile - Hal Rubenstein (b. 1950)
Hal Rubenstein is a rare talent. His career stands as proof of what’s possible when ability meets opportunity and courage. A formidable and deeply creative presence, his command of language, spoken and written, allows people to connect with his ideas almost viscerally. Over time, he has become an interpreter of glamour, a custodian of culture, and an agent of change, reshaping how people think not only about fashion and dining, but about life itself. Check out: https://thehappygrownup.substack.com
The Pines Party - A Conversation With Allan Baum and Frank Liberto
Pines Party is an internationally renowned event that follows in the tradition of legendary parties like Beach and the GMHC Morning Party. For a dozen years, FIPPOA Vice President Allan Baum and his husband Frank Liberto have been at the helm. Pines Historical Society sat down with the for a candid and entertaining discussion as the prepare to pass the reins to a new generation of leaders.
Ascension Party 2006-2017
In 2006, Pines then owner Eric von Kuersteiner had a vision to create a fun daytime party for the new generation of Fire Island. He named it Ascension. It grew into the island’s most anticipated and busiest weekends, with three days of stellar events, thousands of cute guys and unsurpassed entertainment—all raising money for charity, benefitting the Fund in the Sun Foundation.