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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 Introduces the "Milstein Innovation in Infrastructure Project"
Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
On November 7, 2024, Howard Milstein unveiled the “Milstein Innovation in Infrastructure Project” at the Manhattan Institute. Following his opening remarks, Milstein engaged with the audience, addressing questions about the initiative, reflecting on his role in the historic Tappan Zee Bridge replacement, and sharing his vision for strengthening the nation’s infrastructure through innovation. The “Milstein Innovation…