New York (May 9, 2016) – Lighthouse Guild’s Annual POSH® Affair Gala on Monday,

May 9th honored philanthropist, Margo Catsimatidis; Artist, Kim McCarty and, her husband, restaurateur, Michael McCarty and designer B Michael. Each received the POSH® Visionary

Award, which celebrates excellence in the fields of Philanthropy, Art and Design. On hand to

present the awards was Blythe Danner, Jay McInerney and Cicely Tyson with a special performance

for B Michael by Valerie Simpson.All proceeds from this event benefit Lighthouse Guild, which

provides a full spectrum of integrated vision and healthcare services helping people who are blind

or visually impaired as well as those with multiple disabilities or chronic medical conditions lead productive, dignified and fulfilling lives. WHAT: ‘A POSH® Affair’ Dinner GalaWHO: Blythe Danner, Cicely Tyson, Valerie Simpson, Arlene Dahl, Hamish Bowles, Amy Fine Collins, Alex Hitz, Lorry Newhouse.

WHEN: Monday, May 9th 7:00pm Cocktails 7:45pm Awards and Dinner

WHERE: Four Seasons Restaurant99 East 52nd Street, NYC

About Lighthouse Guild Lighthouse Guild is the leading not-for-profit vision

and healthcare organization with a long history of addressing the needs of people who are blind or visually impaired, including those with multiple disabilities or chronic medical conditions.

By integrating vision + healthcare services and expanding access through education and awareness,

we help people lead productive, dignified and fulfilling lives. With more than 200 years of combined experience and service, Lighthouse Guild brings a level of understanding to vision care that is unmatched. For more information, visit lighthouseguild.org.