What we’re about
This meetup is a collective of creative and curious souls who want to be inspired by the world and each other. Whether it’s a visit to a Museum in New York, a concert in Princeton or watching the sunset on a junk in Ha Long Bay, we can share the wonders together.
A little about me…. I’ve been a professional photographer for over 18 years. I’ve actually been designated a Master photographer by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA). I am one of the few women to have this distinction. I’m also a lover of travel, food, art, music, theater and great conversation! This group should satisfy my many pleasures. I presently also facilitate Princeton Fine Dining also. Whether you are a painter, a writer, a photographer, a musician, a gourmet, an architect or just someone who enjoys all the wonders and culture of the world, please join me. You may reside in Princeton or San Francisco; it really doesn’t matter. This group is about travel, beauty, culture and camaraderie.
Join me for the adventure.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Marie's First Professional Show at Catch a Rising StarCatch A Rising Star - Hyatt Regency, Princeton, NJ
Well, I'm finally a professional comedian. I've been given my first big break and I'm a featured performer at Catch a Rising Star in Princeton! I know a lot of you wanted to see more of my funny musings so here is your chance. You never know when I change my mind about being a comedian and change to neurosurgeon! Haven't tried that yet!
TICKETS:
You can preorder tickets for this show at a discounted rate and you can sit together as a group. The cost of tickets are $23.00 You can send me your $23.00 via PayPal at mlabbancz@gmail.com or via Zelle at marie@artoflove.com . You will first go on the "waitlist" and once I receive your payment I will move you over to "going".DINNER:
For those of you who would like to do dinner prior to the show I thought we could dine at Laurea, which is located within the Hayat Regency. I thought we could meet at 6:00PM for a leisurely dinner. You can check out their menu at this link Laurea Restaurant Menu Also, we can all meet for drinks after the show. I think I'll need a drink! - Where in the World Do You Want To Go Zoom ChatLink visible for attendees
HELP ME DECIDE ON SOME FUTURE TOURS FOR 2026 AND 2027
I'm trying to decide on some future tours for the future. Our Food & wine tour of France in October of 2026 is a big hit and almost sold out. I'm trying to figure where we would like to go in the Spring of 2026 and 2027. I know many of our group have been avid travelers and have seen a lot. My too, but there are still many places I want to explore. I do have a few ideas in mind and will share some itineraries with those who sign up for our Zoom Chat. I'm thinking of Greece and and Turkey with a 3 day cruise, Scotland castles, Norway fiords and a food and wine of Northern Italy (home of butter and risotto). I would also be open to any of your ideas.
Please join our Zoom chat to learn more about these tours and to also make suggestions of your own. You can email me at mlabbancz@gmail.com with any suggestions. This way I can do some research.
Because some lonely rob Zoom links and try to ruin our chat's I will not be posting the Zoom link until the day before.
Looking forward to hearing your ideas.
- Oh Mary! with Jinkx Monsoon - SOLD OUTLyceum Theater, New York, NY
The most difficult tickets to get on Broadway! This was the only day I could get matinee orchestra tickets for and they are the last in the house that day. I could only get 10 tickets in middle side orchestra. They are very good.
Oh, Mary! is a dark comedy about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires abound in this 80-minute one-act play that finally examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln, through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola).
Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, Oh, Mary! received Tony Awards for Best Leading Actor in a Play (Cole Escola) and Best Direction of a Play (Sam Pinkleton), Drama League Awards for Outstanding Play and Outstanding Direction of a Play, as well as a special citation from the New York Drama Critics’ Circle. It was named a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama.RuPaul’s Drag Race winner JINKX MONSOON assumes the role of Mary Todd Lincoln for 8 weeks starting August 4. I think Jinkx will be fabulous as Mary!!!!
TICKETS:
The group discount side orchestra tickets were $190.00. Unfortunately all my tickets have been sold. Please stay of the waitlist and if anyone needs to sell their ticket I'll let you know.LUNCH:
Decided to change our lunch to a different location. Bad reviews from member. Here is a place we have been and loved the food. One block away is Havana Central (151 West 46th St, between 6 ands 7th). They have a great pre-theater menu that even includes a drink!!! Check it out:
Havana Central pre-theater menu they also have an a la carte menu
