The New York Times: The Best of Two Seasons

In a swirl of extravagant costumes, tiara-crested drag queens and disco records, Susanne Bartsch and David Barton hosted their annual holiday toy drive at the Soho Grand Hotel on Tuesday night

“It feels good to help the underprivileged, the kids in the hospitals and shelters,” said Ms. Bartsch, the clubland impresario. She presided over the party in a nude-colored gown. “It ends my year on a perfect note.” ...