That’s right folks, last week marked "Feelin Fine J. LeVine’s" 40th birthday! Upon arrival at the gallery, Jonathan found his office decorated lavishly and overflowing with balloons.
Lots of balloons…
To celebrate Jonathan turning 40, the staff bought him gifts and a 40 oz bottle of Old E. (Classy)!
Later that evening, Lazarides Gallery had a private preview for their "Outsiders NY" group show, and the gang stopped in to check out the scene. Eric Foss, Jonathan LeVine, Pedro Alonzo, and Adam Wallacavage.
Ian Kuali’i & Doze Green take a break from finishing up new work for his upcoming solo show.
David Choe, dressed to impress, seen here with fellow artist, Adam Wallacavage.
Ron English and Kevin Chapados.
Jonathan LeVine gets interviewed by the BBC, before leaving the event.
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Then later that week, on Saturday the 27th, we celebrated in style at the infamous ASBURY LANES in Asbury, NJ. People from all over New York, New Jersey, and Philly came out to the big bash. It was also Jonathan’s close friend Tony Susco’s birthday, so it was a joint-celebration. Here are some photos of the festivities…
There was a nice selection of bowling balls at Asbury.
And bowling shoes come in all sizes, even 15’s.
Guests of the party enjoyed free use of the lanes for the entire evening, although bowling skills and math skills (old-school manual score keeping) proved to be more of a challenge after a number of drinks.
Eric Foss, relaxing between frames.
Scott Albrecht finds some interesting artwork on the wall.
DJ Appetite begins his set, and gets the dance party started.
Shannon Nelson, a childhood friend of Jonathan’s.
Jonathan LeVine with his brother, Bret.
Carlo McCormick, Jonathan LeVine, and Lori Zimmer.
Jonathan and his lovely mom, Lorraine. (Doesn’t she look too young to have a 40-year-old son?)
Michelle Piano and Jonathan LeVine.
Jared Rosenberg, Tim Strazza, and their team mate, wait their turn as their opponents bowl.
The Gallerists : Joshua Liner and Jonathan LeVine.
Dr. Lila Wolfe and her bearded boyfriend, Jeremy Kay.
Deborah Higgins and Eric Foss give this party two thumbs up!
Juicy Jen, of the Asbury Lanes, and Jonathan LeVine.
And then there was a Burlesque show!…
And then there were cupcakes!…
Lots of cupcakes and lots of candles!!!
He still managed to blow them all out, every last one.
A birthday hug: sweet ending to a sweet evening.
Thanks for coming out everyone!…
