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Scott Hartnell’s #Hartnell Down Foundation Fundraising Dinner at Spasso

November 4, 2013, 1:01 pm
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Last night Scott Harnell held a dinner to raise money for his charity the #Hartnelldown Foundation at Spasso Italian Grill, in Old City.

Last night Scott Hartnell held a dinner to raise money for his charity, the #Hartnell Down Foundation, at Spasso Italian Grill in Old City. The event included dinner and drinks at his favorite spot for his pregame meal of chicken parmesan  and penne alla vodka. At the event, Scott signed autographs and posed for photos with fans and fellow teammates Steve Downie Mason and Wayne Simmonds. The #Hartnell Down Foundation was created in 2012 to support charities involving youth through physical activity and sport in communities across the U.S. and Canada. The foundation has provided all-expense scholarships to players from the Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation to attend the highly respected Minnesota Hockey Camps, and in helping build Jake’s Place, a “boundless” playground in Cherry Hill, N.J. With Scott are Eric Walker and Kris Zapata, who were among 11 kids awarded scholarships to the Minnesota Hockey Camp this year.

After the jump, Hartnell reads from his new children’s book, Hartnell Down.

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Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund Black Tie Masquerade Ball at the Stotesbury Mansion

November 5, 2013, 11:28 am
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Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show

November 8, 2013, 1:55 pm
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The 37th annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show opened yesterday, but held its preview party on November 6th. The show runs through Sunday, November 10th. The craft show is the largest single fundraiser for the Philadelphia Museum of art and has donated nearly $11 million dollars to the Museum. These funds provide financial support for educational programs, special exhibits, conservation projects, the acquisition of craft objects for exhibitions and many more programs. Nearly 700 exhibitors are taking part in this year’s show, including 25 visiting artists from the Baltic nation of Lithuania.

Co-chair for this years event is Laura Rothrock (right), here with Nancy O'Meara, executive director and craft show manager at women's committee of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. From left: Rita Naurtavkule, Indre Zakaruokuite sit in the Lithuania lounge as Severija Kriaunevicien stops and poses for me. Liddy Lindsay tells me that she visits the craft show every year and always finds a treasure or two. She's wearing past purchases including her necklace, bracelets and the beautiful bag. From left: Taxidermist Beth Beverly wears her latest hat creation, with mother-to-be artist Sarah Peoples, who recently won PAFA’s 2013 MFA Faculty Exhibition Award for her work. She is also the co-inventor of a consumer goods product, Wonderful Gift Wrap, a reusable adjustable wrapping fabric. From left: Reid Bodek, Robin Switzenbaum, Janet Smith (adorable jacket she's wearing. She told me she bought it in Wisconsin) and Nancy Warren. From left: Zoe Pappas, women's committee president, with fellow craft show and women's committee members Ann Dee Rome and Linda Fuller. Congratulations to RC Atlee Graham and Laura Atlee Graham, who are expecting the birth of a baby girl next month. Dakota Pratt of Austin, Texas, stands with his artwork. He nails bottle caps to wood sculptures for his unique creations. I wish I could find a place in my condo for the unicorn. From left: artist Janel Jacobson and Gail Harrity, president and COO of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Furniture designer Barbara Tiffany (left) checks out the wooden bowls created by Deborah and Jerry Kermode (right). Always looking stylish are Bill Walker and Eve Walker of the women's committee. Whit and Cindy Garden (both wearing brown), and Cathy and Larry Altman look on as Adam Crowell plays his "boxed music." Individual recognition is given to many of the exhibitors; Crowell received the "Best New To Show" award. Sisters Jamie Field and Stacey Spector continue their annual tradition of visiting the PMA Craft Show Annette Lynn Frye is so honored to have been selected to participate in the PMA Craft Show. "It's in the top two best of the best craft shows in the country," she told me. She plans to extend her trip, and next week will head to The Barnes, The Philadelphia Museum of Art and more of our restaurants. So far she's been to Talula's Garden. Admiring the felt maker's wares are Michael and Stephanie Naidoff. Hope you'll check out the

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PSPCA’s First Annual Bark & Whine Gala

November 11, 2013, 1:03 pm
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The evening's other honorees were Mickey and Larry Magid, who have collaborated with PSPCA board member Jen Utley and her husband, Phillies second baseman Chase Utley, to host the successful annual Utley All-Stars Casino Night at Magid's Electric Factory. The Magids also talked about the importance of giving a forever home to their two dogs who they adopted through the PSPCA.

Thursday night the PSPCA hosted its first annual Bark & Whine Gala at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center in Philadelphia. More than 300 people came out to advocate for animals. The generous support helps thousands of animals. In 2012, the PSPCA handled more than 10,000 reports of cruelty, found homes for more than 7,000 animals, treated more than 30,000 animals, and performed more than 12,000 spay/neuter surgeries.

From left, Bark & Whine committee co-chairs: Lydie Brown, Anne Hamilton and Patty Isen. At the event, organizers celebrated Anne's birthday by surprising her with a cake, and well-wishers by singing happy birthday. From left: Helene van Beuren, chair of the PSPCA board, Marsha Perelman, PSPCA board member and one of the evening's honorees, and Jerry Buckley, CEO of the Pennsylvania SPCA. Perelman was recognized for her advocacy for animal protection legislation in Pennsylvania, especially House Bill 2409 which holds animal owners responsible for the costs of care of seized animals, and stipulates that if they can't afford to do so, the animals can be put up for adoption. Jeff Brown and Abby Zielinski. Paul and Wendy Rosen. Wendy is co-chair of the 11th annual In Fashion luncheon, auction and fashion show to benefit the Cancer Support Community of Greater Philadelphia. It will be held on November 21st, 2013, at Saks Fifth Avenue in Philadelphia. Greta Russo, partner, Support Ur Pet, Inc., with the adorable Angelina. From left: Nancy Glass of Nancy Glass Productions with Garrett Getlin, a non-profit charity fundraiser. From left: Jamie Affel, Deirdre Affel (congrats to Deirdre on passing her real estate exam) and Jay Hellyer. Judi Goldstein and Buzz Miller, founder of People/Animals = Companions Together (PACT). Since 2010, PACT has found foster homes for pets whose owners are serving abroad or recovering in hospitals stateside. Close to half have been reunited after the owners returned from duty. From left: Wendy Fram, Rosemary Connors, Ben Cross, and Meredith and Michael Hilferty. From left: Shania Flynn, Samantha Ohrem, Kendra Daniels and Beverly Morse. From left: Leeza Garber, chair of the Young Friends of the Pennsylvania SPCA, and Christina Gibson of the Young Friends of the Pennsylvania SPCA, invite you to go cycling for a cause at Flywheel Center City on November 16th at 1 p.m. The $30 registration includes a 45-minute flywheel ride, Vita Coco beverages, and a ticket for the raffle supported by local businesses. All proceeds benefit the PSPCA. Space is limited to 45 bikes, so register today. From left: Shannon C. Zimolong and Annie C. Milligan. Garrett Alton and Vanessa Werring are new to the area. They immediately joined the fight to save animals by getting involved in the PSPCA. Gilead and Beverly Morse giving Rumer a little love as he's held by a PSPCA volunteer The evening's other honorees were Mickey and Larry Magid, who have collaborated with PSPCA board member Jen Utley and her husband, Phillies second baseman Chase Utley, to host the successful annual Utley All-Stars Casino Night at Magid's Electric Factory. The Magids also talked about the importance of giving a forever home to their two dogs who they adopted through the PSPCA. To cap off the festivities of the evening, Jeff Binswanger, president of Binswanger International Ltd., led a spirited live auction after arriving in an adorable dog costume. Things took a serious turn when he raised his gavel and raised over $30,000 on five auction items, including a vacation paradise at the Mill Reef Club in the West Indies, which sold for $15,000.

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March of Dimes’ 17th Annual Signature Chefs Auction

November 14, 2013, 12:57 pm
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From left: <strong>Mike Griffiths</strong> of Fork, <strong>Kevin Sbraga</strong> of Sbraga, chef <strong>Jon Cichon</strong> of Lacroix, and <strong>Ed Konrad</strong> and chef <strong>Nicholas Elmi</strong> of Laurel.

From left: Mike Griffiths of Fork, Kevin Sbraga of Sbraga, chef Jon Cichon of Lacroix, and Ed Konrad and chef Nicholas Elmi of Laurel.

Wednesday night, the March of Dimes at the Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall in Fairmount Park held its 17th annual Signature Chefs Auction with delicious cuisine, fine wine, friends and supporters. 30 of Philadelphia’s top chefs including Mike Griffiths of Fork, Kevin Sbraga of Sbraga, chef Jon Cichon of Lacroix, and Ed Konrad and chef Nicholas Elmi of Laurel were on hand serving delicious dishes for the nearly 300 guests at a cocktail reception before the ceremony honoring several people this year. Chichon and Elmi were co-chair chefs. Honorary chair was Carolyn Jackson, CEO, St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children.

From left: Mike Griffiths of Fork, Kevin Sbraga of Sbraga, chef Jon Cichon of Lacroix, and Ed Konrad and chef Nicholas Elmi of Laurel. From left: Allene Pulsifer, Meera Thomas and Stacey Arlotta. Jen Moylan and daughter Haley Moylan enjoy the carousel at the Please Touch Museum. Every year, more than half a million babies are born prematurely in the United States. Our country’s premature birth rate has risen by 36 percent over the last 25 years. From left: Sarah Owens, Liz Owens and Meg McGoldrick, March of Dimes board members. Sidney Soloff, executive chef, Sonny Pache, and Kaitlin Lamont, sous chef, all of Ocean Prime. They were serving the crab cakes from their menu — one of my favorite dishes at the new seafood restaurant. Dilworth Paxson LLP was on hand to support healthy babies and mothers. From left: Gaetano Piccirilli, Gray Laub, Anne Nikolaus, Josh Wolson and Marc Naples. Karen Tenorio and Kelly Coggins work in the neonatal intensive care unit, which cares for premature babies. Born at just 25 weeks, now healthy and cute as can be, is 5-year-old Lily Vasquez with her mother, Joanne. From left: Debby McCormack, Patty Gerrity and Kathleen Martz all work at Drexel. The March of Dimes funds their work helping mothers and babies. Philadelphia Culinary Excellence Award was given to restaurateur Michael Schulson (left), chef and owner of Sampan, Izakaya and The Saint James. He's with, from left, Nina Tinari, Tempa Berish and Eric Robbins. From left: Marigold Kitchen's Rob Halpern, Marjorie Halpern and Paul Halpern Ken Granderson and Fenita Moore loved that there was a sampling from each restaurant to give you an idea of what they serve. He's added several of the restaurants to his list to try this month. From left: chef Jon Cichon of Lacroix, chef Nicholas Elmi of Laurel, chef Michael Schulson and NBC10’s Chris Cato, who served as the event’s master of ceremonies. Congratulations to David H. Lipson, President, Philadelphia magazine, receiving the Citizen of the Year Award. Other honorees for the evening included Jack Ludmir, MD, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Pennsylvania Hospital, who was presented with the Roosevelt Award for Service to Humanity for his achievements and leadership in promoting the mission of the March of Dimes. Maria Perez was recognized as the top fundraising March for Babies participant in the Southeast Pennsylvania Division of the March of Dimes for raising more than $90,000 in three years for the March of Dimes Walk.

 

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Philadelphia Zoo’s Fourth Annual Global Conservation Gala

November 18, 2013, 9:18 am
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The Philadelphia Zoo hosted its fourth annual Global Conservation Gala honoring individuals, families and organizations for extraordinary contributions to wildlife and the natural world, on Thursday, November 14th, at the Hyatt Regency Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing. Since its inception in 2010, the Gala has been an important component of the Zoo’s mission to connect people with wildlife, create joyful discovery and inspire action for animals. This year’s gala was a platform to spotlight the issues facing big cats with an emphasis on one key threat — loss of habitat due to deforestation caused by expansion of non-sustainable palm oil plantations.

From left: Jim Buck, Conservation Impact Award recipient; Cackie Rogers, Conservation Impact Award recipient; Vikram H. Dewan, president and CEO of the Philadelphia Zoo; Elia Buck, Conservation Impact Award recipient; Jay H. Calvert, Jr., Esq., chairman of the board of the Philadelphia Zoo; William C. Buck, Conservation Impact Award recipient. Front: the Phillie Phanatic. During the cocktail hour, guests like Mary and Jay McElroy were able to get up-close and personal with the animals like "Hardy," who is being held by the very brave Philadelphia Zoo caretaker Alicia. David McShane and Roberta Schultz. Rita Ingersoll and Eleanor Ingersoll From left: Marilyn Stewart and Jacquelyn Smalley, whose husband, Bernard, is a board member, found a friend in the Phillie Phanatic. Every year the Philadelphia Zoo Conservancy honors extraordinary people. The Conservation Impact Award for 2013 was given to The Buck Family, who have demonstrated a commitment to conservation and species and habitat preservation, both locally and globally, through leadership that has resulted in a lasting positive change for the natural world. From left: Lin, Caroline, Charlotte, Nora and Jim. From left: Ann Sonnenfeld, Margaret Welsh, Ann Calvert and Jay H. Calvert, Jr., Esq., vice-chair of the Philadelphia Zoo board. Mark Rayfield, board member and Nicole Rayfield. From left: Anthony Jannetta, Vikram H. Dewan, president of the Philadelphia Zoo and Sally Jannetta. From left: Alan Sandman and John Pcsolar. The Emerging Leader honor went to Diana Ramsay (right), President of Woods Services, who worked heavily on the Zoo's UNLESS Project and got students involved creating storybooks about deforestation and other problems facing animals and their habitat. The Global Conservation Prize was bestowed upon Marcella Kelly, Ph.D. (right), Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation, Virginia Tech University, who through her "camera trapping" technique has been able to identify cats through their unique coat patterns, which has allowed her to create a database of species and their populations. From left: her parents, Judith and Bill Carlson, and husband, Tom McManara, were on hand to celebrate her special night. Over the last three years, through designated multi-year commitments of financial support, the Philadelphia Zoo has transitioned conservation efforts to allow for a major impact on animals and nature in a way it had not done before. This year, the Zoo will commit to working with a partner in conservation to address major impacts on big cats in the wild. The Zoo understands the importance of these species and the great threat to their well-being and sustainability. The Philadelphia Zoo believes in global conservation and supports efforts to protect the habitat of wildlife.

 

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2013 Marian Anderson Award Given to Berry Gordy at the Kimmel Center

November 20, 2013, 8:48 am
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The 2013 Marian Anderson Award was held last night at the Kimmel Center. Motown founder Berry Gordy was this year’s recipient. Major performers such as Smokey Robinson, Boyz II Men, Kool & The Gang, Chris Tucker, Cody Wise, Brandon Victor Dixon (who portrays Gordy in Motown the Musical on Broadway) Philly producers/songwriters Kenny Gamble and Leon A. Huff, as well as musical director Bill Jolly, paid tribute to the iconic philanthropist and music legend.

The night was full of love as Motown founder Berry Gordy spoke about his love of Philadelphia, his company, the music industry, Marian Anderson and even Diana Ross. He thanked WDAS's Georgie Woods for getting his first record on the air, a song written by Smokey Robinson and sung by The Miracles: "Way Over There." Before the ceremony, I attended the VIP cocktail party where I spoke with outgoing Marian Anderson Award board chair Pamela Browner-White (second from right). After 12 years as board chair, she is stepping down to spend a little time with her family, but mostly to concentrate on her new job with Cancer Treatment Centers of America. "I have a full-time job that needs my attention," she told me, as she smiled lovingly at her husband Jeremiah J. White (second from left), with Cindy Mayo (left) and Bob Mayo, cofounder of Cancer Treatment Centers of America, (right). From left: Gary DeVito of Zarwin Baum, Gina Volpe, legendary singer Smokey Robinson (he called Gordy his best friend and during the ceremony sung a song he wrote for the occasion), Stacey Kracher and Mitchell Kaplan of Zarwin Baum. Professional soccer player for Toronto FC Chris Konopka and Maria Papadakis, media personality. Come meet Maria at Philadelphia magazine's Holidays With A Twist at Parx Casino! December 5th from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., along with Julie Dorenbos, Susie Celek and Gervase Peterson, currently featured on Survivor: Blood vs. Water. From left: Marcia Pendelton, Charles Randolph-Wright, director of Motown: The Musical, Curtis Owens and Edna Anderson, SVP of Gordy & Co. At 7:30 p.m., dinner was served in the lobby of the Kimmel Center. Decorations and flowers by Evantine adorned the tables, food was provided by Garces Catering. Upstairs on the Rooftop Garden was the newly formed "Friends of the Marian Anderson Awards," specifically not called Young Friends as they want people of all ages to enjoy the lower-priced ticket, but still get to have a glamourous night of cocktails, horderves and a premier seat to the concert. Co-chairs of this event were Mia Tinari (second from left) of MCT Entertainment and Michelle Miller (right) of The Nouveau Image. They're with Dave Fisher (left) and Josh DeMarco (second from right). Happy Anniversary to Dr. and Mrs. McLoyd who were celebrating their 10th anniversary with the Marian Anderson Awards. It was also Dr. McLoyd's birthday. The McLoyd's favorite song is "Cruisin" by Smokey Robinson. They were hoping he would sing it this evening, but unfortunately he didn't sing any of his songs. Pictured behind the McLoyds were three former winners of the Marian Anderson Award: Rudy Dee and Ozzie Davis, and Gregory Peck. At 8 p.m. the Kimmel bells went off, signaling that it was time to go into the auditorium for the ceremony. Normally, the Philadelphia Orchestra is incorporated into the ceremony, but tonight it was about pop music, and there was a band set up on stage. I found The Tinari family in one of the boxes overlooking the stage. Nina Tinari, Michael Schulson, Nino Tinari and Carol Tinari. After years of service on the board of the Marian Anderson Awards, Nina will be taking the reins from Pamela Browner-White to become the new chair of the event for 2014. Comedian Chris Tucker hosted the Marian Anderson Award gala this year, honoring Motown Records founder Berry Gordy. He was truly entertaining, especially during a Motown tribute number during which he was a back-up singer and performed the moves as if he was an original member of The Miracles. To mark the 15th anniversary of the Marian Anderson Award, Governor Ed Rendell was honored as its founder and for his impact on the arts in Philadelphia. He said he was inspired to create the Marian Anderson Award after seeing the success of the Liberty Medal, which recognizes leadership in the pursuit of freedom. Philadelphia, as he saw it, had a rich cultural history as well as a future, and the Marian Anderson Award would be given to an artist who had effected change with their celebrity to advance social causes. Philadelphia's own Boyz II Men, as well as Kool and the Gang, also performed. Shawn Stockman, Wanya Morris and Nathan Morris from Boyz II Men performed a few of their greatest hits. In 2007, the Boyz released an album called Motown: A Journey Through Hitsville USA which recieved a Grammy nomination. Kenneth Gamble and ‎Leon Huff told the audience that "if there was no Berry Gordy, there'd be no Gamble and Huff." Putting to bed that rumor of a rivalry, they said it was a loving rivarly. Although Berry Gordy in his speech said "Competition creates champions," and although he was referring mostly to pitting his own talented people against each other, it certainly factors in here with Gamble & Huff. The finale of the evening found Berry Gordy joining Kool and the Gang, Chris Tucker, Brandon Victor Dixon, who stars as Gordy in Motown: The Musical, and Cody Wise, who starred in The Lion King" on Broadway on stage to perform one last song, "My Girl" by the Temptations.

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2013 Vision for Philadelphia Award

November 25, 2013, 9:14 am
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Philadelphia Hospitality, Inc., a non-profit organization that promotes the region as a world-class business and leisure destination for corporate, cultural and professional groups, honored Dr. Keith Leaphart, owner of Replica Creative (a Philadelphia-based graphic design + print firm) and chairman of the Lenfest Foundation, with its prestigious 2013 Vision for Philadelphia Award. The award, which was presented at Philadelphia Hospitality’s Annual Gala on November 18th at the Union League, paid tribute to Dr. Leaphart’s exceptional achievements in building the city’s economy and mentoring the next generation of leaders.

From left: Billy Wiliams, Frank Leaphart, Jayden Leaphart, 2013 Vision for Philadelphia Award-winner Dr. Keith Leaphart, wife Lisa Leaphart and sister Shelly Leaphart-Williams. The evening started with a cocktail party in the library and Lincoln rooms, where friends of Leaphart and Philadelphia Hospitality gathered in support of both. From left: Sal Patti, Steve D'Andrea, Lewis Scaglione, Dorys Erving, Frank Giordano and John Giordano. From left: Jane Green, president of Liberty Energy Partnerships, Marjorie Margolies, adjunct faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania, and Mellanie Lassiter, external affairs manager for Philadelphia County at PECO Energy. From left: John Fry, president of Drexel University, Karin Copeland, executive director of the Arts & Business Council of Greater Philadelphia, and David Lipson, president of Philadelphia and Boston magazines. During the evening's program, Fry explained that the mentorship program Dr. Keith Leaphart co-founded, The Power Shift, is an organization dedicated to developing Philadelphia’s next generation of leaders in business, civics and politics, and is a testament to Leaphart's dedication to instilling values for the next generation. From left: Lisa Welsch, vice president of financial development at YMCA of Philadelphia & Vicinity, and Nicole Cashman, Cashman & Associates and co-founder of The Power Shift with Dr. Leaphart. Anne Callahan and Charles Croce, executive director of the Philadelphia History Museum. Anne always looks fabulous at the Academy Ball, which is coming up Saturday, January 25th. She tells me she already has her dress, and that I'll love it. I'm sure I will. Mariska Bogle, co-chair of the Philadelphia Hospitality gala, and Robert W. Bogle, president and CEO of the Philadelphia Tribune. The other co-chairs for the evening were Rhonda and David Cohen, Beverly and Walter Lomax, M.D., Gregory Montanaro, and Paula and Mark Solomon. Cherri Gregg (left), community affairs reporter for KYW Newsradio 1060, was the MC for the evening. She told fun stories of being in the same bowling league as Dr. Leaphart. She's with, from left, Kevin Gregg esq., Megan Smith, Brownstone PR, and Shalimar Blakely. Dr. Walter Lomax was a mentor and inspiration to Keith. A Philadelphia native and physician, Lomax branched into many areas of business, including healthcare, prison health services and the radio station 900 AM WURD. Unfortunately, Dr. Lomax passed away in October, but his family, including daughters Lauren Lomax Gaines (left) and Claire Lomax (right), and wife, Beverly Lomax, attended the special evening. From left: Richard Lee Snow, senior advisor, multicultural marketing, at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Wanda Paul, senior vice president, finance and administration, for Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, and Patrick Paul, president and owner of Patrick Paul Enterprises, LLC/. H.G. "Gerry" and Marguerite Lenfest spoke with great pride of watching Keith pursue his goals. Keith met Gerry in 1998 when he was emptying his waste paper cans while working for a cleaning service he started with his brother-in-law and sister. During this time, he was also attending medical school. He told Gerry about his plans, his life growing up in Overbrook Farms, and his desire to make a difference in people's lives. Gerry related to Keith and became his mentor. Earlier this year, the Lenfests chose Keith to complete Gerry's term as chairman of the Lenfest Foundation, which runs through June 2015. His mission as head of the foundation is to distribute $80 million to programs that will help the region's poorest children have a meaningful future. Dr. Keith Leaphart (center) with another of his mentors, David Cohen (left), Comcast executive vice-president and co-chair of the evenings events (along with his wife Rhonda), and William Mifflin, executive director of Philadelphia Hospitality, Inc. Next week, Leaphart plans to take the Replica Creative idea one step further and open the Creative Cafe @ Replica in University City.

HughE Dillon covers parties, events and more for Philadelphia magazine’s The Scene. You can follow him on Twitter @iPhillyChitChat and visit his daily online social diary at PhillyChitChat.com.

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The Attic Youth Center 20th Anniversary Gala

November 25, 2013, 2:46 pm
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On Saturday, November 16th, more than 600 leaders and members of the Philadelphia LGBT community gathered at the Crystal Tea Room for The Attic Youth Center (AYC) 20th Anniversary Gala. The AYC was founded by Dr. Carrie Jacobs (right) 20 years ago to create programming and a safe environment for youths experiencing issues regarding sense of self. The center’s services provide kids with a sense of community and access to programing aimed at reducing feelings of isolation, prejudice and oppression.

The night kicked off with a cocktail party, where everyone was decked out in their black tie best. The guests then headed into the ballroom for a delicious surf and turf dinner, an awards program honoring David Topel, Esq. (here with Dr. Carrie Jacobs ) for nearly 20 years of fundraising and support, Ingrid Abrams for her longtime commitment to The Attic, and to Jai Rodriguez , who stepped in to be the celebrity guest two days before the event after Glee's Alex Newell had to cancel. Rodriguez is truly The Attic's Angel, and the first recipient of the newly created Attic Angel Award. From left: Michael Braunstein of CBS Radio, Ben Haney of Mac's Tavern, Justin Pizzi of Aqua Water, and Matthew Ray of Chatterblast. Patrick Hagerty of Edge Philadelphia and Priyinka Setty of Philly Gay Calendar. Celebrity Apprentice star, the sweet, beautiful Omarosa (left) was on hand to drum up the big bucks for the live auction, and boy did she ever. First thing she did was have everyone fill out the donation card that came with their program, then have them drop it off with an Attic kid who was standing on stage with her. Then she provided wicked entertainment and quips in order to garner the highest of bids on the 7 items up for auction — raising nearly $20,000. From left: Michael Byrne of ActionAIDS Inc. and Chris Bartlett executive director of the William Way Center From left: Joshua Jones and Eric Miller at the Attic Youth Center. From left: George Dobosh and Thom Nickels. From left: Melissa DeCastro and Mara Toukatly. From left: Angela McNair and Chatel Wilson. From left: State Representative Brian K. Sims , Jenni Murphy , former U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy check out the Cut + Paste Photo Booth. From left: RJ Thornburg and Avery Thornburg. After dinner, the dance floor was packed as the guests danced the night away to the Sid Marks Band. Congratulations on a job well done, and a very worthy cause to help our next generation. From left: Katie Macturk and Megan MacturkM who were just married July 6, 2013, at the Top of the Tower. From left: Stephani Oberslici and Allyson Curtis. Jai Rodriguez accepts the 1st Annual Attic Angel Award, as co-chairs Scott Barnes and Tami Sortman look on at the Attic Youth Center (AYC) 20th Anniversary Gala at the Crystal Tea Room on November 16, 2013.

HughE Dillon covers parties, events and more for Philadelphia magazine’s The Scene. You can follow him on Twitter @iPhillyChitChat and visit his daily online social diary atPhillyChitChat.com.

 

 

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The 2013 “In Fashion” Luncheon and Fashion Show at Saks

November 28, 2013, 5:22 am
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From left: Kathy Maguire, Edward Barnes, corps de ballet for the Pennsylvania Ballet, Sharon Bozentka and Linda Dooney.

Last week the Cancer Support Community (CSC) hosted the 11th Annual “In Fashion!” Luncheon & Fashion Show at Saks Fifth Avenue on City Avenue. Nearly 100 ladies lunched, mingled and checked out fashions featuring special guest designer Johnson Hartig of Libertine.

From left: Valerie Clemens, co-chair Amanda Burch, board president Marcie Kennedy, co-chair Wendy Rosen and Betsy Kania. Wendy Rosen and Johnson Hartig of Libertine participate in a silent auction that included front-row seats at New York Fashion Week to see the Fall 2014 Libertine collection (which sold for $2,500), and a custom-made jacket by Libertine, which sold for $4,500 (Hartig also awarded the winner with a cashmere sweater). From left: Barbara Eberlein and Noelle Wein. From left: Tami Rieger, Lone Spillard and Anne Taylor came out to support the worthy cause. A piece from Libertine’s fall 2013 Collection. From left: Kathy Maguire, Edward Barnes, corps de ballet for the Pennsylvania Ballet (who wants you to come see him in the Ballet's Nutcracker December 7th through 29th at the Academy of Music) Sharon Bozentka and Linda Dooney. Libertine made this special bag for live and silent auction winners. Andrea Freundlich enjoys lunch with friends. Inspirational modeling was done with a flair by local cancer survivors, caregivers and professional models which presented Hartig's Libertine collection during a fashion show during lunch. Incoming Cancer Support Community CEO Kelly Harris. Kelly was formerly the CEO of Gilda’s Club Delaware Valley, which is in the process of merging with CSC. Both organizations will operate as Cancer Support Community Greater Philadelphia by the end of the year. The community center is located at 4100 Chamounix Dr. in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park. This is a very exciting move, and one that will keep the mission alive to provide free social and emotional support programs and services to area men, women and children living with any type of cancer. I've raised over $30,000 for Gilda's Club in honor of my sister, Judy Wilkins, who passed away of ovarian cancer in 2009. Happy Thanksgiving, and happy birthday to my sister Judy who was born on Thanksgiving 1960.

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2013 Philadelphia Charity Ball

December 2, 2013, 11:37 am
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The 134th Philadelphia Charity Ball (PCB) took place at the Bellevue at the Hyatt Hotel in Philadelphia on Friday, November 29th. The Charity Ball’s mission is to raise funds for non-profit organizations focused on youth in Philadelphia (this year it raised money for the Gesu School) and to inspire the young people of Philadelphia to make philanthropy a central part of their lives.

The evening began with a cocktail reception in the Red & Clover Room, then dinner was served in the Grand Ballroom. The Ball began at 9:30 p.m. This year there were four young ladies making their formal presentation at the Charity Ball, Miss Paige Alexandra Fox (center) is here with, from left, Lydia D. Butcher, director of the PCB, Chloë Fox, Christina Fox and Michael J. Tierney, president of the PCB. Bridget Devine and Jay Devine, PCB vice-president. There were also several young men and women on the PCB committee. From left, Patrice Aitken is here with her daughter Schuyler Inglis Aitken and George Ortlieb, Garrett Walling, Lyndsey Reder and Carol Tintle. Schuyler and Lyndsey served on the Young Ladies' Committee. From left: Kate Alden, Bonn Allen, Enna Allen, Jeff Allen and Laura Allen. From left: Stephen Lee, Paige Susskind and William Susskind From left: Mario Maggio, Dr. Margrit Maggio, Michael Maggio and Michael Maggio, Jr. Lydia Butcher, managing director of PCB, and daughter Nancy Taylor. Juliapa, Anil and Kiran Jagtiani. Kiran served on the Young Men’s Committee. From left: Joanne Fitzgerald, Amanda Simpson, Taylor Fitzgerald and Michael Fitzgerald. Young Ladies’ Committee member Emily Faught adjusts Matt Robinson's boutonniere. Debutante Rebekka Suzaanne Rueda and her mother, Zoe Rueda, greet guests as they enter the Grand Ballroom. From left: Annabel Lewis, Nolan Wein, Sarah Dowies and John Moran III. Delores Mills (center) receives the Jimmy Medal. The Jimmy Medal is an award given to a deserving individual who makes a positive difference in the lives of others and embodies the spirit of: resiliency, loyalty, humility and empathy. Since 2004, Mills has provided a loving home for more than 20 teenage girls, adopted one and sheltered two teen mothers. Her passion is to advocate for “her girls.” At 9:30 the ball begins. First the Young Ladies' Committee is introduced escorted by a Young Men’s Committee member. Then The four debutantes and their escorts are introduced officially. The greeting line of the debutantes with their fathers. They are "officially" meeting the Philadelphia Charity Ball directors. After which the debutantes dance with their fathers as the committee members look on. Then the debutantes, their escorts and all the committee members dance. When they're done, the floor is open for all guests, who then danced to Jellyroll until breakfast was served near midnight.

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DeSean Jackson Is Dating Ashanti

December 3, 2013, 6:52 am
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DeSean Jackson celebrated his 27th birthday on Sunday by notching his first 1,000-yard receiving season since 2010 in the Eagles’ 24-21 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Then he hit the town to celebrate with his mom, his friends, some crazy birthday cakes… and Ashanti. Check the photos from his and his friends’ Instagrams.

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2013 Philadelphia FIGHT for Life Gala

December 9, 2013, 11:03 am
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Philadelphia FIGHT held the 2013 FIGHT for Life Gala at the Union League on December 4, 2013, and honored former Governor Ed Rendell for his long-term commitment to the local AIDS/HIV community.

From left: Philadelphia FIGHT deputy director Mike Marisico, vice president of the board of directors Bishop Ernest McNear, executive director Jane Shull and former Governor Ed Rendell. Shull said Rendell was on the forefront of the battle against HIV/AIDS from the very beginning. "Because of Ed Rendell’s support and efforts, people living with HIV and the LGBT community have more protections and greater access to lifesaving therapies." Many of the city's leaders were in attendance, including former Councilman Angel Ortiz, Councilman Mark Squilla and Councilwoman Maria D. Quiñones-Sánchez. Here, from left, are Robert C. Nelson, president and CEO of Philadelphia OIC, Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown and Councilman David Oh. From left: Neil and Ellen Sklaroff and Scott Wilds, president of the board of directors of Philadelphia FIGHT. From left: Thom Cardwell, Robin Austin and Tony Bruno. From left: Angela Kapalko, MHS, PA-C and physician assistant at the Jonathan Lax Center and Linden Lalley-Chareczko, research assistant at the Lax Center From left: Dominic Negron, State Sen. Christine M. Tartaglione and Rick Lombardo, director of the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations. Tartaglione helped to distribute more than 1,500 Thanksgiving turkeys to needy families in the Second Senate District over Thanksgiving. From left: Dana Persia, State Senator Larry Farnese and Renee Gilinger. Philadelphia FIGHT board members, from left: Rick Lombardo, Scott Drake and Karam Mounzer. They tell me that it's the goal and hope of Philadelphia FIGHT to end the AIDS epidemic within the lifetime of those currently living with HIV, and their organization has helped to make great inroads in achieving that mission.

See more photos from this event at G-Philly.

HughE Dillon covers parties, events and more for Philadelphia magazine’s The Scene. You can follow him on Twitter @iPhillyChitChat and visit his daily online social diary atPhillyChitChat.com.

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DeMeco Ryans Foundation and Honigman Group’s Holiday Happy Hour

December 10, 2013, 9:47 am
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The Karen Daroff and James Rappoport Holiday Party

December 12, 2013, 9:02 am
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As far as holiday parties go, no one throws a more eclectic one than Karen Daroff and James Rappoport. The couple’s bi-annual holiday party (Daroff is the president of Daroff Design, Rappoport is an architect at DDI Architects and VP of Daroff Design) is held at their beautiful home, “Parks Edge,” a unique house set in Wissahickon Park. Nestled on the side of a hill, Parks Edge was designed by James; Karen designed the interior.


From left: Theresa Butkovitz, Marsha Floyd, Karen Daroff, Maurice Floyd and Philadelphia City Controller Alan Butkovitz. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer and planetarium director for the Franklin Institute, and Linda Carroll-Pitts. Derrick tells me there are two highlights in the December sky other than the North Star. At sunset, look toward the southwest to see Venus, then later in the night look at the very bright Jupiter overhead. This weekend the annual Geminid meteor shower peaks. Here's hoping we can see it, what with snow is predicted for Saturday. From left: Linda and Tom Knox with Paul and Wendy Rosen. Mickey Rowley of Top of the Tower event space and Rina Cutler, deputy mayor for transportation and public utilities. From left: Raymond Lawrence, David Benton and Carol Lawrence. From left: Bernie Lee, Anne Myers and Kathy Lee, associate producer of the Trudy Haynes Show. Kathy tells me that the legendary Trudy Haynes, 87, had open-heart surgery this past year. Her recovery has been remarkable and she's already back to work doing her TV show for the Bounce Network. From left: Casandra McFarley, Robert Hilton and Caroline Gould. From left: Karen Buchholz, vice president of administration for Comcast Corporation, Mickey Magid and Larry Magid, of Larry Magid Entertainment. From left: Nicole Marshall and Stephen Marshall with Robert Rappoport and Laura Bradburn. Karen Randal, director, Office of Business Attraction and Retention for the City of Philadelphia, and Bob Toryak, CEO/President at The Toryak Group. From left: Desiree Peterkin Bell, Kaelyn and Brian Bell. From left: Charles Lachman, Nancy Glass, Carol Saline and Paul Rathblott. Sharon Pinkenson and Joe Weiss. On New Year's Eve they like to go to D'Angelo's with their granddaughter then back home to ring in the new year. What are you doing this year? Judge Maria McLaughlin and Jonathan Saidel, former Philadelphia City Controller. The duo tells me that on Christmas Eve they celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes and include gefilte fish on the menu. From left: Jim Miller, Sheryl Lee Ralph and David Schwartz. Sheryl tells me that her Nickelodeon show, Instant Mom was just renewed for another season. Next Friday she and her husband, Sen. Vincent Hughes, will be hosting their annual “Holiday Affair with a Flair” to Benefit SHARE Food Program of Pennsylvania. Last night the couple enjoyed a holiday party at the White House with the Obamas. Jim and David attended one of my favorite parties this past year, which I'll talk about in my year-end wrap-up column in two weeks.

HughE Dillon covers parties, events and more for Philadelphia magazine’s The Scene. You can follow him on Twitter @iPhillyChitChat and visit his daily online social diary PhillyChitChat.com.

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The Inaugural Pattison Leader Ball

December 16, 2013, 8:08 am
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On Saturday, December 14th, the region’s up-and-coming leaders and rising stars gathered at the inaugural Pattison Leader Ball in the Red and Clover Rooms at the Hyatt at the Bellevue. The Pattison Leader Ball brought together civically engaged young professionals to network and engage in conversations about the state of Pennsylvania policy and politics. It was held on the same night that Pennsylvania’s elected and selected officials and power brokers shared their visions of the future at the Pennsylvania Society Annual Dinner in New York City at the Waldorf Hotel.

Kellan White and his fiancée, Nicole Allen. Jenna Silverman and Brian Taylor of Voone Inc. The Pattison Leader Ball is named for Pennsylvania's two youngest governors: Robert Pattison of Philadelphia, who was 32 when elected in 1882, and George M. Leader of York County, who was 36 when elected in 1954. Gov. Leader's 30-something grandson, George M. Leader IV, spoke at the three-hour cocktail-then-dance party, on how important it is that young people get involved in their communities for the betterment of society. With him is Danielle Kroon. Marcello Frierson and Teresa Lundy. From left: William Shuey, staff attorney at Regional Housing Legal Services, Ori Feibush, owner and founder of OCF Realty and the OCF Coffee Houses and a candidate for City Council, Elise Lemay, OCF Realty, Lindsay Tucker So, research and policy associate, Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy for the City of Philadelphia, and Anthony So, analyst at BlackRock. Amanda and David T. Chill Moody and Cyra Copeland. Congrats to Chill, who won Artist of the Year at last night's Philly Hip-Hop Awards at the TLA. From left: Elliot Griffin and Ariane Datil. Both were top-15 finishers in the Miss Pennsylvania 2014 pageant. From left: Kris McElligott, Maggie King, Alex Dwyer, director of The Bond Society at The Bond, John McElligott, York Development Authority, Ben Kinner, Josh Hankey, Susquehanna Renovations and Ai Vuon. Business partners McElligott and Hankey are doing great things to redevelop York, Pennsylvania. "We're here at the Pattison Leader Ball to make connections, to tell people about the great things going on in York. We want to build a global community," McElligott told me. "We're a bridge between a lot of neighboring cities, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and New York, and it would benefit them to come and see what York has to offer."

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The 2013 Rutgers/LEAP Alfredo Santiago Endowed Scholarship Fundraising Gala

December 18, 2013, 8:52 am
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From left: Chef Michele Pastorello, Quinton Aaron, actor from The Blind Side, Sara Manzano-Díaz, director of the U.S. Department of Labor's Women's Bureau, Gloria Bonilla-Santiago, LEAP founder and board chair, and the honorable Nelson Diaz.

From left: Chef Michele Pastorello, Quinton Aaron, actor from The Blind Side, Sara Manzano-Díaz, director of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Women’s Bureau, Gloria Bonilla-Santiago, LEAP founder and board chair, and the honorable Nelson Diaz.

On Friday, December 13th, at the Curtis Center, the Rutgers/LEAP Alfredo Santiago Endowed Scholarship held its fundraising gala. The gala is an annual event that raises money to support graduates of LEAP Academy University Charter School who are attending Rutgers University. The scholarship was established in 1999 by CLC Director Dr. Gloria Bonilla-Santiago in loving memory of her husband Alfredo Santiago and with the goal of increasing the number of children in Camden who attend college. Each year the gala raises thousands of dollars for the scholarship through corporate and individual donations, ticket sales and proceeds from a silent auction.

From left: Chef Michele Pastorello, Quinton Aaron, actor from The Blind Side, Sara Manzano-Díaz, director of the U.S. Department of Labor's Women's Bureau, Gloria Bonilla-Santiago, LEAP founder and board chair, and the honorable Nelson Diaz. From left: Ken Verrill, Lorraine Verrill and Greg Grimaldi. From left: The honorable Nelson Diaz, U.S. Senator Robert Menendez, Gladys Robreno, director of the LEAP Family Support Center, Luis Garcia and Eduardo Robreno. Lloyd Freeman, attorney at Archer & Greiner (one of the night’s honorees) and Ebony Freeman. Kevin Hoguet and Tugba Hoguet. From left: Christine Maddela, NBC10 Philadelphia, Richard Negrin, city managing director and deputy mayor, and Karen McRory-Negrin, supervising attorney at the Philadelphia District Attorney's office. Rich is hoping santa will bring him a gigantic TV on which to watch all the great football games and the Mummers on New Year's Day. From left: Raquel Medina and Lynda Brooks. Melissa Edmond and Gabriel Molina. Oscar Vega and Jennifer Tran. This year their gift to each other is patience, a lot of it. They're moving on December 26th and know that with the holidays and a move, there's a lot to do. Daysi Morales and Eric Naroden.

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HughE Dillon’s Best Snaps from “The Scene” in 2013

January 1, 2014, 7:00 am
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Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation’s 2014 Lemon Ball

January 13, 2014, 12:49 pm
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Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), a nonprofit dedicated to finding cures for all kids with cancer, hosted the Eighth Annual Lemon Ball, presented by Northwestern Mutual, Toys R Us and Volvo on Saturday, January 11, 2014, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown.

The event, took place nearly 10 years after Alex Scott set a goal to raise $1 million through her front-yard lemonade stand, and every year in just one night raises nearly a $1 million for the fight against childhood cancer.

The evening started  with a cocktail party and a very extensive silent auction covering sports, restaurant meals and experiences.Then the party moved upstairs for dinner, an awards ceremony and dancing. Liz and Jay Scott, the parents of the late Alex,  co-chaired the gala with longtime foundation supporters Susie and John McCaughey. The evening also featured the presentation of the Alex Scott Crystal Cup to Jocelyn Hillman, who has supported the foundation since its inception and first learned of the foundation’s mission when her daughter, Carly, fought cancer alongside Alex . Jocelyn has served on the Foundation’s Board for several years and currently holds the position of Vice Chair.

HughE Dillon covers parties, events and more for Philadelphia magazine’s The Scene. You can follow him on Twitter at @iPhillyChitChat and visit his daily online social diary PhillyChitChat.com.

From left: Liz and Jay Scott with Bill and Wendy Dunn at the Lemon Ball Saturday night at the Marriott Downtown on January 11, 2014. From left: Christopher and Kristen Salvitti with Sheila and Michael Salvitti. Cole Fitzgerald, a 9-year-old who is very grateful for all the help he recived from Alex's Lemonade Foundation when he was recovering from cancer. He's here with Chris May, co-anchor of CBS3 Philly who, with co-anchor Jessica Dean, acted as emcee for the evening. There was an extensive silent auction. Marie Bruner and Maureen Simpson were looking for their husbands who were bidding up a storm in the sports section of the silent auction. They wanted them to check out all the great trips which were listed in the "experiences" section. Ed and Jane Laperche. Nace and Regina Mullen were excited to attend another Lemon Ball, especially since it was their first night out after becoming parents to Nace Jr. two months ago. Terry Buckman and Amy Buckman, 6ABC, come to The Lemon Ball every year. I loved Amy's vintage dress, which she tells me was a "A Saving With 6ABC" find. From left: Kurt and MariAnne Titchenell. Kurt is the owner of BVTLive! and the bandleader of Jellyroll. They're with Megan and Billy Handy, executive entertainment sales consultant at BVTLive. They donated the services of the band Strangers last night. This was their sixth year being involved. Adorable kids Mario Carpino, Luke Taggart and his sister Kate Taggart get ready for their close-up in the Cool Pix photo booth. From left: Cindy Caccuro, Erin Elmore, Craig Spitzer and Danielle Krupa. From left: John D'Amelio, John Jr., Gia D'Amelio and Tracy Smith come down every year from Manhattan. From left: Matt and Julie Shevlin with Megan McDonald and Vin O'Neil. Both girls are wearing Tadashi Shoji from Nordstroms. Monica and Jonathan Mandell. Jonathan Mandell is a fine art tile artist living in Bala Cynwyd who created a tile mosiac that was auctioned off at The Lemon Ball. A photo of it is behind them. Brett Rosenbloom of Multiflow Industries and Jen Green bought a few of the Govberg keys for $50, which gave them a chance to open a treasure box that could contain a $14,000 tennis bracelet or a $1,000 butterfly brooch. Fran and Bill McElwee are betting they'd win the Devon Horse Show tickets and a dinner at Seasons 52, even though Christele Seal was coming from behind to place her wager. Aubrecia and Donald Houston of Bethlehem-based candy company Just Born, which was one of the evening's sponsors. Just Born is most famous for making Peeps. Brian Govberg, Chelsea Wurzak, Caroline Joffe, Keith Joffe and Ali Levy, of Govbergs Jewelers, tell me that they sold out of the 300 keys in the running for the tennis bracelet and broach I spoke about earlier.

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Hair o’ the Dog 2014

January 20, 2014, 9:11 am
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Philadelphia’s swanky Hair o’ the Dog celebrated its 20th year on Saturday, January 18th, at the Sheraton Center City. The festivities kicked off with a VIP preview party with gourmet hors d’oeuvres in the Scarlett Lounge sponsored by Cheerleaders. Nearly 1,800 people packed the grand ballroom after primping all day for what some people call Philadelphia’s adult prom. Each lovely lady dresses to the nines in an attempt to outdo the competition.

This year’s gala benefited The Claddagh Fund, which supports community-based non-profits, with a focus on children and veterans organizations and programs that support alcohol and drug rehabilitation in cities across the country and around the world. The party ended at about 1 a.m., and then headed over to G Lounge for dancing till dawn.

HughE Dillon covers parties, events and more for Philadelphia magazine’s The Scene. You can follow him on Twitter at @iPhillyChitChat and visit his daily online social diary PhillyChitChat.com.

From left: Debbie Purby, Angie Yaskin, Colette Gabriel, Debbie Smith, Betty Marshall, Lauren Smith and Jennifer Taylor are all wearing dresses by “Right Fit Dress Company,” one of the sponsors of the evening. From left: Masha Diduk, Andrew Adorno, German Olivera and Krista Nyce. From left: Kati Sodano of Parx Casino, Cole of Revel Music Group, and Siobhan McCafferty of Parx Casino. From left: Allison Papson, assignment editor at News 12 Bronx/Brooklyn, and Jen Sherlock, PR for Hair o' the Dog. Allison tells me that she got her sexy, white-hot dress at a thrift store. Joe Conklin chats about his upcoming gig with former Eagle Terrell Owens, who, as part of the Philly Sports Roast will be roasted at the Crystal Tea Room by Philly celebs including WIP sports talk host Al Morganti. The event is run by Hair O' the Dog producers Metrospect Marketing and will take place February 20. From left: Miss Philadelphia 2013, Francesca Ruscio, Ian M. Crumm, and Miss New Jersey 2013, Cara McCollum. From left: Jade Starling, Patti Andrews and Whey Cooler. Jade and Whey performed at the party singing their latest hit, "Insomniak," as well as their No. 1 hit in the ’80s “Catch Me I’m Falling.” Jade will be dropping her new CD, Captive this spring. DJ Perry Angelozzi kept the crowd on their feet. From left: Darnell Hicks dancing with fiancée, Angela Cottone, as Amy Barnes looks on. Amy tells me she had to cut a lot of the “train” from her dress so she could walk without falling. From left: Jamie Reibenbach and Kristin Detterline. Glenn and Marisa Stevens. Glenn created a beautiful painting during the night that was auctioned off at the end of the evening. Jewelz Entertainment provided the dancers as well as the aerial performers during the gala. Megan Heaton and Sean Schellenger. Megan was definitely in the running for dress of the evening with her gorgeous mermaid Jovanni dress. Philly Mob Wife Alicia DiMichele (center) was in the house with her posse which included, from left, Nancy Landy, Renee Serano, Christina Roman and Maureen Vercere. From left: Tony Bruno, Robin Austin, Carie Brescia and Mike Missanelli. Jodee Gamel tells me her outfit was inspired by the movie The Shining, when Jack goes into the bar and it’s a 1920s theme. She’s with John Meehan. From left: Anthony Vittese, Kate Beaver, Tommy Domalski, Amber-Joi Watkins and Drew Carballo. Last year Kate wore a vavavavoom dress that made a splash in the news. Boyfriend Anthony tells me Kate’s gotten more compliments on this dress than last year's. Wendy Wilhelm and Peter Caperonis celebrate their first anniversary as they met at Hair o' the Dog last year. From left: Julia Pauline, Joe Frasco and Olivia Viagi doing their best Zoolander. Taylor Mills and Ruth Kaufman. Taylor tells me he’s going to close his Cherry Hill club “Top Dog” soon, renovate, and then open a sports bar with a craft brewery in the spring. From left: Kory Aversa, Dash Sears, Natanya DiBona and Matt Westiner. Keba Curtis and Curtis Curtis. Havana Brown performed her big hit, "We Run The Night," and DJ'd for an hour. Behind her are Hair o' the Dog co-founders Dan Cronin and Rob Molinaro of Chorus Communications. From left: Scott and Stephanie Ebelman and Rosalyn Yellin, Mrs. Pennsylvania 2004, and husband Jonathan Yellin. From left: Susie Celek, with Jon and Julie Dorenbos. Sandy L. Bragg, president of Imperial Security and Joe Rodriguez (center) with Parx Casino entertainers Damaris Sanchez and Kate Rybak. Aaron Aleiner and Caroline Gold. There were a lot of great dresses this year, but my pick for the best of the night has to be Colette Gabriel. I’ve written about Colette before, she lives in the house that everyone always thinks is Chase Utley's house in Haddonfield. Collette is 50ish, and, her husband tells me, works out every day. Her daughter, Juliette Gabriel, is the reigning Miss New Jersey United States 2013.

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