A lovely afternoon spent with my friend, Paul Newman, to benefit his Hole in The Wall Gang Camp

Last weekend, I was invited to the 7th annual Polo for Children luncheon to benefit the Hole in The Wall Gang Camp held at the exclusive Greenwich Polo Club in Conyers Farm.  Polo for Children, of course, features a most exciting polo match.  A very delicious luncheon was served and there was also a live and a silent auction that took place.  My hosts for the event were Jane Green, the author and Ian Warburg, my friend.

These are my hosts, author Jane Green and businessman, Ian Warburg.  Isn't her hat wonderful?

Here I am with Jane and Ian.  Jane was celebrating her 40th birthday. Many of her friends, including her lovely parents, flew in from London for the weekend, which included the very worthwhile fund raiser for the camp.

My friend, Susan Warburg, Ian's mother, first introduced me to the Newmans many years ago.

The man himself, Paul Newman, founder of the camp and me.  I have known Paul and his wife, Joanne Woodward, for many years. In fact, I raised money for the camp years ago with a show house in Westport, CT.

Freddie Mannering came to the US with her mom, Giselle, a well-known British interior designer.  Freddie loved the event which was focused, of course, on children.

Here I am wearing one of Suzanne's wonderful hats, along with Giselle, and Freddie.

James Naughton, the very talented actor/singer, joined his great friend, founder of the camp, Paul Newman, to conduct the auction - lots of money was raised.

Tabitha, Jane Green's daughter and a friend - face paint is very popular amongst the young party goers.

Comments

[MMC from San Diego]

Paul Newman and Martha Stewart: talk about a dream team! But where is Joann?

[Gladys Marie]

Majorly Awesome; I'm definitely a Fan!
I'm a regular consumer of Newman's Own Products!
You Guys Are Gorgeous!
Thanks for the Delightful Visit!

[bernadette]

Great photos-fantastic fundraiser!

[Joseph Brennan]

Martha:

It looks like Paul Newman had a beautiful day for the Hole in the Wall Gang fundraiser. I'm so glad to see he is doing so well. He has always been one of my favorite actors, partly because of his generosity and partly because he looks so much like my father.

I'm hoping to attend one of the matches this summer. I met an elderly gentleman at La Cremaillere restaurant near the Greenwich border (your area) last summer who encouraged me to come this year.

It looks like great fun!

By the way, I remember the Adams House fundraiser you did for Paul Newman years ago. You featured the renovation of the house in your "New Old House" book, which I find fascinating, as I am a hands-on person.

Thanks for giving back!

[Cherry Menlove]

What a beautiful day. I love Jane Green, she's fab!

Cherry Menlove

[Isle Dance]

Sweet!

[Maureen]

I've been a fan of Paul Newman's various salad dressings and sauces for years. Thanks for sharing pics of this special day you had with him. It's for a great cause.

[Leona]

Martha I just love your hat and it was just perfect on you.
Looks like a fun time was had by all,hope they raised a good chunk of money for the kids

[Hardboiledegg]

Yes indeed -- I purchased a copy of New Old House about ten years ago it was on the reduced table can you believe that!! I should have looked for another copy to share -- but 17 dollars for me back then was a chunk of change. -- if there is a second Entertaining Book in production will there be a book, the story of Cantitoe Corners and the Renaissance of the 150 hectare estate you put back together? Chapters featuring the restoration and construction of the farm I can see the map you printed in your blog embellished for end pages of that volume.

[Patty]

Both yours and Jane's hats are beauties !! As always, I enjoyed your pictures but I can't help wondering why there are no pictures of food. I guess we're just spoiled with all the wonderful "meals" we enjoy through your blog :-)

[Andrew Ritchie]

Children who struggle with life-threatening illnesses are the truest heroes of the world, I think.

A worthwhile cause and a fun event by the looks of it!

-Andrew

[michael anthamatten]

Well, I am going to watch 'HUD' tonight. I am very excited to see Paul Newman and his wife, and ofcourse Martha.

[Jon]

Hi Martha!
You are more beautiful than ever! I love the hat you have on, very stylish indeed. The Hole in the Wall Camp is such an outstanding project and I'm pleased to see that the luncheon was so well attended.
I especially like Mr. Newman's line of salad dressings, "Newman's Own," in particular the new Light Balsamic Vinegarette, I put it on everything, and I even cook with it too. The truly wonderful thing is that a portion of the profits, from the sales of his products, go to various charities. And in the past 26 years they have given away over $200 million!

[Kathy :)]

How great...you look wonderful, thank you for sharing these photos what a wonderful charity.

Is Paul well he looks so thin ??? Still good looking though :)

Have a great week-end,
Kathy :)

[Jan Erickson]

Hi Martha, It's absolutely fantastic to see photos of you and Paul Newman at such a wonderful event. You both look fantastic. It looks like everyone was having a fun time, especally the children. I love what Paul Newman does for children and animals. Both of you are American Treasures who make living in this country a wonderful experience. Thank you both for all you do. Jan

[Kathy]

Hi, Martha,
Thanks for the glimpse of the Polo for Children luncheon that benefited the children of Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Camp. As Andrew says, such children are the truest heroes in the world.
Love your hat---Jane's, too!
Kathy

[Kathy Welch]

Hi Martha - I am the Advisor for my local high school's drama club in CT. For each audition, I require my students to prepare a theatrical resume for me. A few years ago I received one from a student who claimed that he had done some theatre work with Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward and he listed a few others. I thought he might have been teasing and/or exaggerating so I inquired after its authenticity! He then told me that he has a terminal illness and had been going to the Hole In The Wall Camp for several years - he couldn't say enough good things about it. He has grown into a young man now and runs his own computer repair shop (I use his services frequently) but I will always have a sweet spot in my heart for the good things that were done at that camp to help such a special person in my life!

[trinabel]

What a worthy cause to support.Like the hat too!

[ellen]

Martha - could you just pinch yourself rubbing shoulders with PAUL NEWMAN? COOL HAND LUKE PAUL NEWMAN! Tell us it never get's old.

[Angie D]

Dang... men only get better with age. And he does look yummy!!

[Helena at ROOM&serve]

Read about Paul today and my thoughts are with him. The man with the blue eyes.

[Mary]

What a fun day, and for a wonderful cause!

[Margie]

I agree 100% with Jan Erickson. Two American Treasures in this blog.
The hats are fantastic as the people underneath them, wish Paul Newman had one of his on, he wore them so well in the movies. I would love to see where Jane Green stores her's. What a hat box. Martha, yours would be right by the back door on a hook waiting for you to grab it and go.
As always a touching blog.

[Mischa]

What a great event! And what a fabulous hat! That last photo is adorable.

[Katherine]

The Hole-in-the-Wall Gang recently purchased my company's training center, the Carnation Farm in Washington state. I will miss going there for meetings very much as it is a beautiful location, but I can't think of a better charity to benefit.