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Howard Milstein Presents the 2026 John Zuccotti Award to Katherine Garcia, Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
On May 1, 2026, Howard Milstein presented Katherine Garcia, Executive Director of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, with the John Zuccotti Award, at the annual Regional Plan Association (RPA) event. This, in recognition of Ms. Garcia’s long and distinguished career of service and dedication to the city of New York and…
Abby Milstein, Chair of the New York Public Library, Presides Over the 2026 Library Lunch
Thursday, April 16th, 2026
The New York Public Library held its annual Library Lunch on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Chair of the Board of Trustees, Abby Milstein, recognized the Library’s supporters and highlighted the Library’s critical and unique role “as a beacon of opportunity for all.” Link to article: https://www.newyorksocialdiary.com/literary-currency-the-new-york-public-librarys-2026-library-lunch/
Howard and Abby Milstein sponsor the new Henry Louis Gates, Jr. PBS Series: "Black and Jewish America: Interwoven Histories."
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
On February 3, 2026, PBS will begin airing Henry Louis Gates, Jr.’s latest series, “Black and Jewish America: Interwoven Histories.” The Milsteins have supported the creation of numerous award-winning series by Dr. Gates, including “Reconstruction: America After the Civil War,” and “Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise.” On January 20, 2026, there was…
Abby Milstein, Chair of the New York Public Library, opens the annual Literary Lions Benefit
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
On November 3, 2025, the New York Public Library held its annual Literary Lions Benefit, raising $3.4 million for this vital New York institution. Those honored included Louise Erdrich, Daniel Kehlmann, James McBride, James Patterson, Shonda Rhimes, and Bruce Springsteen. Mr. Springsteen surprised the guests with a solo acoustic performance of “Thunder Road.” The annual benefit often…
Howard Milstein and the Honorable Governor Kathy Hochul Present the Annual Zuccotti Award to Kathryn Wylde, President & CEO of Partnership for New York City
Tuesday, May 13th, 2025
On Friday, May 2, Howard P. Milstein and Governor of New York State, Kathy Hochul, presented the 2025 John Zuccotti Award to Kathryn Wylde, President & CEO of Partnership for New York City. This is in recognition of Ms. Wylde’s storied career and dedication to advancing economic opportunity, innovation and the global standing of New…