For a client's baby shower, event planner Missy Peck designed this table with a gold-rimmed charger, sequined tablecloth, and a bouquet featuring red and pink roses. Kaitlin Saragusa Photography ...

You might wonder how this overlooked space could ever help someone host a dinner party, let alone do so elegantly.

The Longest Table in Chelsea is an annual potluck that attracts hundreds and creates a sense of community, participants say.