NEW YORK--The Candie’s Foundation held their 2008 “Event to Prevent” 5th Annual Benefit Gala Wed., May 7 at Cipriani 42nd Street.

The evening’s headliner, music legend James Taylor performs.

The Candie’s Foundation’s mission is to educate America’s youth about the devastating consequences of teenage pregnancy. Viva International Group, who has the license for Candie’s Eyewear, was one of the evening supporters.

Jon Martinez of Viva (l) poses with actress Emma Stone (r).

(l-r) Viva International Group’s Bill Munch, Sue Hawksworth and Dave Walls enjoy the night’s festivities.

“Living Lohan” stars Ali and Dina Lohan attended the event which was raising money for teenage pregnancy awareness.

Designers Mark Badgley (l) and James Mischka (r) flank the evening’s second performer, country music phenom, Taylor Swift.

The evening was hosted by Darrell Hammond from Saturday Night Live and headlined by multi-Grammy award winner, James Taylor, with a performance by country music sensation, Taylor Swift, as well.

Celebrity guests who attended include Ali and Dina Lohan, America’s Next Top Model Alum, Caridee English, actress Emma Stone, model/actor Jason Lewis, actress Mischa Barton, musician Teddy Geiger, and designers Mark Badgley and James Mischka. According to the Candie’s Foundation the event raised close to $1 million. ■