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The New York social season is already in full swing, but it's never too late to join one of the Young Members circles. Besides being able to fill up your social calendar with annual bashes, the main reason young aspiring socialites and arts patrons join these societies is to mingle with the city's most well-heeled bachelors. Whether you're into the art aficionados or bow-tie clad socialites, we've got you covered. We've rounded up a list of top organization you can join to find the right type of guy for you this winter! More>>

The New York social season is already in full swing, but it's never too late to join one of the Young Members circles. Besides being able to fill up your social calendar with annual bashes like tonight's Apollo Circle Benefit, the main reason young aspiring socialites and arts patrons join these societies is to mingle with the city's most well-heeled bachelors. Whether you're into the art aficionados or bow-tie clad socialites, we've got you covered. We've rounded up a list of top organization you can join to find the right type of guy for you this winter!

It's not all fun and games being a socialite. Oh sure, there’s the occasional gold-plated squash court or urn full of caviar, but New York’s cultural history is marked by the contributions of many society dames (and gentlemen) who knew how to get things done. Here we celebrate the ladies who lunch – and then rebuild the kitchen.

Naturally we’ll also throw in some hot messes for good measure. First up: Nan Kempner and Tinsley Mortimer! More»

[Paul Johnson-Calderon and Kristian Laliberte both donning their favorite fur hats]

The frigid temperatures are hardly shocking to us by now, and yet, some of our favorite social's choice head gear has been. It's more than a fur hat, it's a statement, and one that not everybody can pull off. So, from Paul Johnson-Calderon, to Kristian Laliberte, Jules Kirby, Ben Fink Shapiro, Sean Patrick Murray, and EVERYONE in between, who looks the best underneath the fur?

Click below to view the hats in question before leaving your vote in the comments!

[Jules and Paul: Freshman, Luigi and Amanda: Sophmores, Tinsley and Peter: Juniors, Fabiola and Derek: Seniors.]

In case you're wondering, most NYC socialites spend as much time picking out who they will wrap around their arm as the accessories that will adorn it. Therefore, it is imperative that you pick out some satisfactory arm candy (CC note: what we used to call "walkers"). And, once you find a suitable companion, it's just as important to keep him around until you become as popular as if he was your very own straight husband. And, just like handbags, each season there seems to be the new "it" arm candy to have at your party. Let's take a look through some of the more popular brands and the class they fall under at our Guest of a Guest high school:

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. I grew up with a father who was the eldest of 13. Our Thanksgiving table was long and plentiful. This Thanksgiving, I am thankful for a childhood filled with family, food, and wine. I am thankful that I had uncles to play football with and cousins to elbow at the dinner table. Alas, before we get into our own gofg thankful list, I thought I would ask around town and find out what everyone else was thankful for. And so....duh duh duh (drumroll), a list of over 50 of NYC socials tell me what they are most thankful for this Thanksgiving:

Steve Levis (of Goodnightmrlewis): I am thankful that I can make a living from my art. I am thankful for the blessing of my girlfriend Nicole and the hope that Barack Obama gives us.

Patrick McMullan (of PMc): I am naturally thankful for the usual things Friends and Family and Hope, but especially because I have 5 days in a row In the country With Mom, Sister Sharon, and son liam. Yeh!

Kelly Cutrone (of People's Revolution/"The Hills" fame): My daughter Ava.

Paul Johnson Calderon (of Paper Magazine): I am most thankful for my wonderful friends and amazing family. I am thankful for president elect Barack Obama. I am also thankful for the clarity and peace of mind that comes with growth and enlightenment. I am thankful to be living out my dreams, and most importantly I am thankful for my heath and happiness. Oh, I'm also thankful for the mega feast that is about to ensue!!

Leven Rambin (actress): I am thankful for God always giving me a sign when I ask him too. It's nice to have someone looking out for me in LA!

Liam McMullan: I am thankful that Obama is alive and well, and for all of the amazing people that make my life worth living. Like you.

Mickey Boardman (of Paper Magazine): I'm thankful for the election of Barack Obama and also I'm trying to be thankful that the hateful passage of Proposition 8 in California is galvanizing the gays into taking a stand for Human Rights. Also I'm thankful I'll be spending Thanksgiving in India since I'm a vegetarian jet setter I'm much happier nibbling on a chana saag in Varanasi than eating cranberry sauce at my parents house in Daytona Beach, Florida

Kristian Laliberte: I never celebrate Thanksgiving in the typical American or Canadian way--the dinner with all the trimmings, the big familial get together--we reserve that for Christmas. Instead, I always go out of the country with my parents who, approriately enough, are whom I most thankful for. Their unwavering support in a pretty difficult year for me has been more than anyone could ever ask.

Go HERE for more photos from this event by Seana Cavanaugh and TAG YOURSELF and your friends!

Last Thursday night, Scallywag and Vagabond Magazine celebrated its launch by presenting an exhibition of the artist Serge Strosberg's work, entitled "The Dorian Gray Syndrome" - recent oil and tempera portraits, many of of Paris and NY socialites. ScV Chief Editor Christopher Koulouris welcomed a crowd that included curators from various museums, gallery owners, art collectors, media, and others including Prince Lorenzo Borghese, Angela Sahi, Fabian Cousteau, Robert Davi, Gossip Girls star Nicole Fiscella, David Janick, Doug Marshall, Ned Grace, Lisa Singer, Rick Davy of BK Fashion Weekend, Arthur Insana and Terry Oved.

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Want to know what your favorite NYC Social thought of this week's election results? We have been on the phone, on facebook, and email all week to get some of our favorite "guests" reactions. We have added several additions and will be continuing to as we get so make sure and check back! Some recent additions: Go HERE for the full list!

Douglas Marshall: "Was Palin planning on living in the whitehouse or was she going to dock her trailor in the back yard of the WH"

Paul Johnson Calderon: "I am very proud that we have come together as a country in support of change. Isn't it just a miracle to be a part of this generation? Although we aren't progressing at the speed of light, this is a definite start. Thank the good lord that awful backwoods beauty queen isn't going to be anywhere near the white house!"

Nick Raynes: "I think that the election results will represent a positive change in our country and peoples attitudes. I am proud to have Barack Obama as our president and this marks a very historic and monumental time for the American people."

Kristian Laliberte: "When we were watching the "Yes We Can" speech after Obama took to the stage, someone at the small election night party I attended remarked, "this is something our kids will have to learn in 5th grade." I could hear the screams of joy all down Houston and despite my 101 fever I ran out with my friends to an impromptu post-election rally on Ludlow and felt like I was part of history. More»

So what do the NYC most social think of last night's election results? We have been on the phone, on facebook, email, and text all morning to get some of our favorite "guests" reactions. We have several socials so far...send us yours to be added!

Kelly Cultrone (from People's Revolution and "The Hills"): "I am so excited! I travel all over the world and have felt embarrassed to be an American until today. I was literally thinking that I could not do another four years of this party. For the first time in my lifetime, I am seeing our president and his beautiful wife together and am so proud."

Lydia Hearst: "Today is a proud day for America. I just wanted the best candidate in the job and I am in full support of Obama. Like anyone I am excited for change! I think its exactly what this country needs and wants. As far as Palin not making it into the Whitehouse, I just want candidate in the job regardless of age, sex, or race. I do think John Mccain and his administration would have done a fine job but I am also very optimistic about the next four years."

Steve Lewis: "Taking WC Fields lead, I voted against the people who I didn't believe in. Sarah Palin is everything that was wrong with the Republican party, and our country in general. She is a disgusting b*tch."

Peter Davis:"I'm of course thrilled Obama was elected and not surprised he won. But the victory is bittersweet as Proposition 8, which is hateful, was passed in California. More»

The backstabbing! The Rose Bar Snubs! The Beatrice Inn Cliques! Everyone knows the New York social scene is way too similar to the good ol' days of high school. But imagine if we could transform the streets of NYC's nightlife to the hallways and study periods of the past. It turns out that surviving high school and surviving last night's party are one and the same. The backstabbing, boyfriend-stealing, cigarette smoking and gossip, gossip, gossip...some things never change. Can you match the New York social scenester to their high school yearbook photo?

Answers below...

[Serena Merriman, Justin Belmont, and Victoria Thompson. Photos by PMc]

NY Socials and art-lovers came together Monday night to celebrate the Asia Society’s new exhibit ‘Art and China’s Revolution’ at an intimate party hosted by APrivateClub, and sponsored by Shanghai Tang. The Host Committee included Adrianna Archer, Anastasia Rogers, Annabel Vartnanian, Ashley Wick, Bobby Kennedy III, Caitlin Kelly, Caroline Rowley, Carter Cramer, CeCe Barfield, Dalia Oberlander, Fort Parker, Franck Raharinos, Gavin Maxwell, Jessica Nagin, Julia Erdman, Justin Belmont, Kipton Cronkite, Kloe Korby, Laird Roach, Lauren Armstrong, Luigi Tadini, Marissa Bregman, Martin Dawson, Peter Davis, Robert Gilbane, Rochelle Goldberg, Samuel Pedersen, Serena Merriman, and Stephanie Wei.