1. On Sunday, September 18, 2016, Party with a Purpose will host its fundraising gala at the Union League in Philadelphia. Guests will enjoy one of the area’s premier events during an exciting evening filled with an elegant dinner, a spectacular auction and much more! ”Building A Cure for Cancer” is sponsored by the Friends of the American Association for Cancer Research and honors Jack Donnelly, former CEO at L.F. Driscoll Co. LLC and Jeffrey A. Drebin, M.D., M PhD, FACS. Party with a Purpose Gala committee members gathered at the AACR Foundation office on Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. Pictured were (from left) Rochelle Laudenbach, Yvonne Winig, Linda Golden, Sheila Singer, Arlene Cohen, Sandra Bomze and Bunny Brodsky.

2. (From left) Janna Squires Weinerman, Beth Bomze Blum, John Parker, Meredith Goldstein and Jessica Scott.

3. (From left)  Marilyn Gray, Carole Lissack, Veronica Parker, Laura Buciu, Julia Somers Morley, Patricia Donahue, Tobe Amsterdam and Sophia Stogiannis Jones.

4. (From left) Debbie Cantor, Joyce Neff, Gail Rosen, Ida Goldstein, Harriet Siegel, Beverly Freeman and Sophia Boris.

5. (From left) honoree Jack Donnelly. Dr. Marge Foti, Beverly Goldberg and honoree Dr. Jeffrey Drebin.

6. (From left) honorees and committee members Carol Lissack, Jack Donnelly, John Parker, Dr. Marge Foti, Dr. Jeffrey Drebin, Beverly Goldberg, Mitch Stoller and Yvonne Winig paused for a photo during the planning meeting held at the AACR Foundation office in Center City, Philadelphia.

1. A Power Lunch sponsored by U.L.R.E. featuring Chellie Cameron, CEO of Philadelphia International Airport, took place on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at the Union League of Philadelphia. The event began with a reception, luncheon and introductions. Ms. Cameron made remarks about the future of the airport from their point of view. Former Governor Ed Rendell was also an honored guest and spoke about the upcoming Democratic Convention and its effect on the city. The ULRE Mission: is to be the most respected resource for communication of all real estate related information vital in propelling and expanding the community into the future. They specialize in professional development, while building long term relationships and making friends in a relaxed atmosphere. Governor Rendell paused for a photo with U.L.R.E. chair Lisa Silveri.

2. Rachel Salis-Silverman of AACR, Rachel’s father-in-law Stan Silverman of Drexel University, real-estate agent  Jean Hindin, and Greg Derham of GSEG chatted with Chellie Cameron (center) during the reception. 

3. Don Freeman, Christopher Werley, Renee Freeman and Ashley Hari attended U.L.R.E. luncheon.

4. U.L.R.E. Chair Lisa Silveri welcomed Peter Sukalo, Jennifer Snyder, Angelo Perryman and J.J. Berenato to the luncheon.

5. Bob Cox and Stuart Goodman.

6. Denise Goren chatted with Mary Scheuermann.

7. Builder Angelo Perryman and Governor Rendell.

1. Philadelphia’s most anticipated event of the summer returned on Thursday. June 16, 2016, transforming the historic Rittenhouse Square Park into an exquisite ballroom for a black-tie gala.  Presented by Arthur Alan Wolk in Celebration of Boo and hosted by the Friends of Rittenhouse Square, the event helps raise funds to support the complete renovation of the frog, goat and lion planting beds. These improvements will create seasonal interest and color allowing residents, locals and visitors to enjoy the beauty of the park year round. This year’s Preservationist sponsors are Steve and Sabrina Thorne and Richard Vague & The Governor’s Woods Foundation. The Friends of Rittenhouse Square, a 501(c) (3), non-profit organization, was formed in 1976 with a mission to preserve, protect, and beautify Rittenhouse Square. Funds raised by the 2016 Ball on The Square will be directed towards the preservation of Rittenhouse Square. (From left) Marilyn Kellmer, John and Lauren Colabelli, Nigel Richards, Jeff Kellmer, Nicole Cashman, Steve and Sabrina Thorne, Alisa Frederico, Craig Snyder, Carol Tamburino, Garrett Snider, Jill Rizen, Kristen Foote and John and Rachel Paz were pictured arriving at the event.

2. Sponsor Arthur Wolk paused for a photo with Paris and Pajman Jassim.

3. Regina Tuchinsky and Alexander Mason Hankin.

4. Ryan Stetler, Dana Rosen and her parents Paul and Wendy Rosen.

5. Hope Cohen and Richard Green.

6. Rich Castor, Mary Parenti, Mitch Morgan, Barbara Eberlein, Hilarie Morgan, Elizabeth Magyar and Jeff Orleans.

7. Sal D’Angelo and Lisa Silveri.

8. Irina Segal and Dmitri Aybinder.

9. Jeff and Marilyn Kellmer, Kristen Foote and Garrett Snider.

10. Steven Diamond and Jamie Goldsman.

11. John Westrum and Ricki Lang.

12. Steve and Sabrina Thorne and Rachel and John Paz.

13. Sabrina Thorne, Alisa Frederico and Lauren Colabelli.

14. Becca and Jesse Rendell.

15. Kate Slatttery Parghi, Doc Parghi and Alexandra and Jonathan Morgan.

16. David and Sherry Varrelman.

17. Janet Guthart, Bruiser Flint, Betsy and Holden Hummel and Michelle Young. Betsy Hummel is president of the Friends of Rittenhouse Square.

18. Walter Bailey and Robyn Lewison, event co-chair.

19. Kelsey Pailet and Tyler Osen.

20. Sarah Stapleton, Ashley Skinner and Lynsie and Evan Solomon.

21. Melissa Samschick, Alisa Shulick and Bryna Berman.

22. Irene Shabel, Sharon Pinkenson and Mary Parenti.

23. Neil and Juhi-Saigal Shah and Susie and Jay Shah.

24. Nydia Han, Sal D’Angelo and Nicole Onesti.

25. Chris and Natalie Nagele, Anna and Lev Breyman and Anne and Michael Minkovich.

26. Randyl Case and Mark Nicoletti.

1. aqimero, a new Latin concept restaurant by internationally-acclaimed Chef Richard Sandoval, held its Grand Opening on Thursday, June  23, 2016.  Located within the lobby of the iconic Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, aqimero meshes the Latin-American flavors of acclaimed chef Richard Sandoval in a modern sustainable way. Guests enjoyed cocktails and the unforgettable flavors of aqimero.   Ed Grose, Executive Director of the Greater Philadelphia Hotel Association, Mark Squilla, City of Philadelphia Councilman, and Bradley Pacana, Director of Sales and Marketing at The Ritz-Carlton, congratulated Chef Richard Sandoval (second right) during aqimero’s grand opening.

2. Sharon Pinkenson and Joe Weiss attended the Grand Opening.

3. Renee and Don Freeman (left) chatted with Rachel Peters and Lou Missiano.

4. Andrew Greenblatt and Kate Wilhelm.

5. Sheila and Joe Grubb.

6. Margie Goldsmith, Jamie Anthony, Ken Scrudato, Kelly Renz, Bradley Pacana and Joanne Kim.

7. Doreen and Kevin Creede.

8. Michael Adler, Sue Stauffer, Cassie Hepler and Chris Sheridan.

9. Ian Michael Crumm and Hannah Krupa.

10. Danielle Triplett, Ed Grose, Tom Love and Greg DeShields.

11. Jill Rizen, Sabrina Thorne and Carie Brescia.

12. Justin Jeffers and Peter Dilsheimer.

13. Matt Marin chatted with Tara Nurin and Stephanie Bittner.

14. Garrett Snider and Tina Krinsky.

15. Rafael Novon and Virginia Gomez shared a moment during aqimero’s grand opening.

16. Jenna Gyger, Hannah Krupa and Randyl Case.

17. Dave Graham and Darryal Adams of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel chatted with Kevin Guile and Shawn Styles.

18. Leah Kauffman and Jennifer Logue.

19. Joe and Angela Val.

20. Brandon Morrison and Stacey Kracher.

21. Evan and Lynsie Solomon, David and Nicole Maury and Stacey Kracher and Brandon Morrison.

22. Jacklin Rhoads, Nicole Cashman and Angela Val.

23. Jamie Nadeau and Jenna Meyer.

24. Jacki Garro, Ritz-Carlton’s Senior Catering Sales Manager Dayna Leaventon, Alicia Kelly, Caroline Foley and Darci Yuska paused for a photo during the event.

1. Party Host Helpers held a Tastemakers Summer Soiree at Dawn Warden’s home on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 in Bryn Mawr. The event benefited Dream Factory of Philadephia and featured refreshments, butlered hors d’oeuvres served by the Party Host Helpers team parking by Royal Valet. (From left) Meg
Skill, Party Host Helpers founder Renee Patrone and Brittany Ashe got the party started!

2. Jennifer Sharp and Mary Beth Hays chatted with Jen Trevithick of Party Host Helpers (center) during the event.

3. Jacquie Kelly and Glenna Stone.

4. Mary Beth Hays, Allison Sarracino, Michelle Leonard and Jen Trevithick.

5. Kristin Buckley and Greg Umstead of Everest Customer Solutions.

6. Marc Supsic, Janine Leeper, Kate Brandt and Rick Corl.

7. Kaitlin Sweeney and Laura Nikolich.

8. Renee Patrone and Will Rockafellow paused for a photo with Party Host helpers server Katie Augustin (center).

8. Chris and Nancy Plummer, Jen Trevithick and Greg Umstead.

9. Scott Hattersley and Vanessa Walling shared a moment during the Tastemakers Summer Soiree!

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) announced the winners of their Man & Woman of the Year fundraising competition at their Grand Finale on June 10, 2016 at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel. The two winners were William (Bill) Hauser of Malvern, and Brittany Anderson of Philadelphia who raised $102,687 and $56,085 respectively to support LLS’s mission to find cures for blood cancers and ensure that patients have access to lifesaving treatments. All 15-candidates collectively raised $386,022 with the incredible support of their campaign teams and community.  (From left) Sabrina Thorne with her son, Savino, and her mother, Carol Tamburino, and 2016 Woman of the Year candidate, Neina Langford. Photo Credit: Versano Photography

2016 Woman of the Year candidate, Kathy Peduzzi, with her husband, Chris Peduzzi.

Award-winning song writer and singer, Doreen Taylor (middle), with Dolores Hillgrube (left) and Denise Hillgrube (right).

2015 Woman of the Year candidate, Julie Green Davis, with 2016 Woman of the Year candidate, Jennifer Lynn Robinson.

2016 Man of the Year candidate, Lawrence James, with his wife, Tia James.

Flavia Mangan Colgan with her husband, Dr. James Mangan.

2016 Woman of the Year, Brittany Anderson (left) with her parents, Barbara and Carl Anderson.

Rose and Dan Bevilacquae.

 2016 Woman of the Year candidate, Jennifer McCullough, with her husband, Ryan McCullough.

1. A Media and VIP Summer Launch Party for Valley Beach Poolside Club and the new Fianco Italian Kitchen took place at Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of  Prussia On Tuesday, June 28, 2016. Guests joined Chef Luke Palladino for an exclusive look at his latest restaurant ”Fianco” and enjoyed complimentary
cocktails and wine. They also enjoyed samples from Luke’s menu that brings together the best of Modern and Classic Italian cuisine. Sabir Peele, Cassie Hepler, Meg Arbo and Dimyko Roberts paused for a photo with Chef Luke Palladino (second right) during the Fianco Italian Kitchen Launch Party.

2. Dustin Wingate and Domenic LaCava chatted with Michael Rohrback, General Manager for Dining at the Valley Forge Casino (right).

3. Valley Forge Casino Resort Casino Chief Marketing Officer Jennifer Galle and Chef Luke Palladino.

4. (From left) Jennifer Galle paused for a photo with Michelle Leonard, Pat Nogar and Tiffany Arey.

5. Chuck Darrow and David Wolf.

6. (From left) Jennifer Sharpe, Michelle Leonard, Jessica Cortes, Jennifer Robinson, Katie Kohl and Jacquie Kelly.

7. Sabir Peele and Dimyko Roberts.

8. Then guests moved to Valley Beach Poolside Club for cocktails and lite bites. They were the first to experience the 20,000 square pool club open for the summer season, and enjoyed cuisine from Valley Forge’s new food truck “The Break @ Valley Beach.”  Pictured poolside were (from left) Jill Rizen, Elaine Graybar, Mark Kozlewski, Meg Arbo, Sabir Peele and Cassie Hepler.

9. (From left) Sandee Bengel, Marguerite DeGrasso, Mika Maloney and Peg DeGrasso enjoyed the cuisine at the Valley Beach Poolside Club. 

10. Publicist Kory Aversa paused for a photo with the KYW Team, Kristen Johanson, Ian Bush and John McDevitt during the Valley Beach Poolside Club opening!

11. Elaine Graybar and Jill Rizen.

1. Philly’s own Tony Miceli and powerhouses Tim Warfield and Joe Magnarelli entertained during an evening of high-energy, straight-ahead jazz, at the Barnes Foundation on Friday, July 1, 2016. The evening also included a talk on Consumer Culture and Hunting Norms and access to the Barnes Collection and exhibition. In partnership with Onehunted, First Friday was sponsored by Blue Moon. Tony Miseli (left) and members of his quintet, Lee Smith, Joe Magnarelli, Tim Warfield and Dan Monaghan paused for a photo following one of their sets.

2. Elyce Rickerl and David Peltier.

3. Diana Partell, Katie Purnica- Worms, Ellie Sougandis and Matt Partell.

4. Suzanne and Rob Johnson.

5. Mike McPhilmy, Nadine Lomakin, Fernando Mendez and Ellen Hutton.

6. Americus Reed and Isaac Ewell.

7. Angela Faranda, Trina Middleton and M’Balia Singley

8. Jerry and Joanne Bronstein.

9. Brian and Ann Zalesky, Michael Ferrier and Joseph Randall.

10. Kathleen Greene, Hilary Beard and Eileen Flanagan.

11. Catherine Fiore and Sarah Boucot.

1. The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts in partnership with the Gaudenzia program held a mural dedication at the Women with Children Emergency Center in Philadelphia on Monday, July 11.  A collaboration initiated by Mayor Kenney between Gaudenzia and the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program culminated in the unveiling of the mural. The mural helps to provide an uplifting environment in a grim phase of a single-parent family’s life.  Shelters life Gaudenzia’s Safe Haven are vital to providing hope and help in addition to a step towards independence.  (From left) Gaudenzia board member Tobe Amsterdam and artist Nathaniel Lee were pictured in front of mural with Mural Arts Executive Director Jane Golden and Michael Harle, Gaudenzia President and CEO.  

2. Michael Harle, Gaudenzia president and CEO paused for a photo with Talon and his mother Erica Brooks and Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney in front of the mural created by artist, Nathaniel Lee. Talon and Erica Brooks who went to Washington D.C. with Mayor Kenney to meet President Obama, were depicted in the mural. 

3. Gaudenzia Inc. Housing Director Toni Montier made introductory remarks during the presentation.

4. Gaudenzia COO Paresh Patel (left) and Referral Development Manager Albert Meyer (right) chatted with Mayor Jim Kenney during the Mural Arts Dedication at the Gaudenzia facility in Philadelphia.

5. Christine Abdur Rahim, Kenya Nellom and Tanisha Palmer were pictured with Mayor Jim Kenney following the Mural Arts Dedication. Tanisha Palmer, Gaudenzia alumna of women & children programming spoke of her experiences during the event.

6. Lynanne Schaeffer,  Gaudenzia’s Community Affairs Manager, thanked the Mayor for taking part in the mural dedication.

1. Simon’s Summer Soiree took place at Sunnybrook Golf Club in Plymouth Meeting on Monday, July 11, 2016. The event  featured an outdoor BBQ with live entertainment. Proceeds benefit Simon’s Fund. Simon’s Fund was established in 2005 by Darren and Phyllis Sudman to honor the memory of their son Simon, who died suddenly when he was three months old of an unknown heart defect called Long QT Syndrome. Simon’s Fund raises awareness about the warning signs and conditions that can lead to sudden Cardiac arrest and death in children. It has provided free heart screenings to over 10,000 students. Of those tested, approximately 100 students have discovered potentially fatal heart conditions. Darren and Phyllis Sudman paused for a photo during the event.

2. Matt Zenuk, Adam. Kaliner and Joe LaRose enjoyed a day of golfing.

3. Greg Marks and Bill Luterman.

4. Jackie Kaiser, Jodi Kaye, Bonnie Rothenstein and Heather Brucker.

5. John Bamas, Susan Baskin, Rich Cohen and Danielle Nurick.

6. Dan Bernstein, Larry Brownstein, Eric Haron and Richard Axelrod.

7. Leigh Bednoff, Sarah Bernstein and Hope Haron.

1. There’s no better place outside of France to celebrate French National Day than the City of Brotherly Love. On July 12, 2016, attendees joined Chloe
Johnston for a festive Bastille Day Fireman’s Ball at one of Philly’s best kept secret event venues, Local 22 Philadelphia Fire Fighters Union. Located in Northern Liberties, this off-the-beaten-path venue is attached to the Local 22 fire station, which means guests not only got to enjoy a night of reveling à la française, you’ll also have a chance to chat up Philadelphia’s finest firefighters and snap some photos aboard one of the station’s trucks! Proceeds from a raffle purchase will go toward the Local 22 Fireman’s Widows Fund. Samantha Herson, Cassie Hepler, Chloe Johnston and Dawn Warden paused for
a photo with Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel and Local 22 Firefighter members during the event.

2. Modeled after the traditional Bastille Day festivities in Paris, where fire stations open their doors to the public for a day (and night!) of merrymaking,
this event brought a French revolutionary spirit to Philadelphia, the birthplace of freedom and independence. Also known as ‘La Fête Nationale’ or more
commonly, ‘Le Quatorze Juillet’ (the 14th of July), this national holiday commemorates the start of the French Revolution and the formation of the French Republic in 1789. Chloe Johnston of Chloe Johnston Experience’s, Diner en Blanc co-chair Natanya DiBona, E.M. Ricchini and Michele Baymor celebrated Bastille Day at Local 22.

3. Nicol Segel of Floral Designs and Stephanie Nicole of With Love Cupcakes attended the celebration.

4. Meredith West, Dawn Warden, Tina Collins and Renee Patrone chatted with Ken Lambert Jr.

5. Nick Johnston, C.K. Etherington, Phil Winicov and Chloe Johnston.

6. Payal and Rupal Patel.

7. Renee Patrone, her friends and Local 22 Firefighters.

8. Mitra Neshatfar shared a moment with her friends during the Bastille Day celebration.

9. Grace Andrake, Catron Holland, Samantha Herson and E.M. Ricchini attended the event.

10. Kate Marlys of Philly PR Girl and Chloe Johnston of Chloe Johnston Experience’s were pictured with Fire Commissioner Adam Thiel.

11. Dinner En Blanc team members Natanya DiBona and P.R. Director Kory Aversa paused for a photo with Chloe Johnston. Diner en Blanc is set for Thursday, August 18 this year.

1. Restaurateur Dave Magrogan and the Main Line Chamber of Commerce welcomed guests into the new Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar at 555 Lancaster Avenue in Radnor with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and official Grand Opening celebration on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. (From left) Managing Partner Greg Keshkegian, Sales & Marketing Manager Dana Conroy, Main Line Chamber of Commerce Chairman Bernard Dagenais and Harvest Corporate Executive Chef Josh Short paused for a photo with Restaurateur Dave Magrogan (second right) during Harvest’s Grand Opening.

2. Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar team members Dana Conroy, Greg Keshgegian, David Steiger, Executive Chef David Schorn, Kyle Gillenwater and Paul Camacci gathered for  photo during the grand opening event.

3. Guests included Lee Ann Enbrey and Michele Nicastro.

4. Peter Breslow, Dana Rosen and Jane Firth. Dana, who came to the event to support the new restaurant,  is wearing a neck brace due to a recent automobile accident.

5. Gwen Burr, Dana Yorko, Piper Dugan, and Courtney Fernandez of the American Executive Centers paused for a photo with Harvest Sales & Marketing Manager Dana Conroy (second left) during the opening event.

6. Sheila Grubb, Bill Haines, Xenia Scott, Dana Conroy, Caroline Unger, Roy Lang, Paula Kielich, Kristen Abbott, Cliff Silva and Bob Thomason gathered for a photo during the event.

7. Dana Yorko and Robyn Davis of the American Executive Centers were pictured at the event.

1. Philadelphia Style invited guests to join Publisher John Colabelli and Editor-in-Chief Kristin Detterline for the magazine’s 12th Annual Best of Style Party.
This year’s theme, “Style on Broadway” immersed guests in a musical and theatrical ambiance appropriately set inside the expansive and picturesque Kimmel Center. More than 1,200 guests dressed to impress lined the block as they awaited being photographed upon arrival, followed by an evening of extravagance with notable Philadelphia socialites, dignitaries and celebrities. A stunning array of stylish cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and desserts by local Best of Style winners awaited guests in addition to live entertainment and an exclusive casino room presented by Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. All proceeds from the casino room benefits the Borgata Heart & Soul Foundation, a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to impacting the lives of others in a positive way through supporting community, health and human services, culture and education. The 2016 Best of Style Party was sponsored by the Delaware Valley Audi Dealers.  (From left) Milica Schiavio, Ary Modesto, John Westrum, Ricki Lake, and Hacina Saadi were pictured during the event.

2. John Oakes, Lauren Bushby and Don and Fran Campbell.

3. Sara and Jeff Moyher and Leslie Padilla .

4. Gianmarco and Gilda Martuscelli and Ani and Mark Semerjian.

5. Juan and Sharilyn Vidal.

6. ”Lonesome Cowboy” William LeDent.

7. Ettore Ceraso, Chris Tavares, Alberto Del Cuetto and Leo Barbuto of Davios.

8. Ron and Jaimi Blackburn.

10. Peter Madden chatted with George Norcross and Mike Carbone, President of TDBank.

11. Meredith West and Theresa Hrivnak.

12. Joseph Greco and Joan Pileggi.

13. Gerald Francesco and Lisa Silveri.

14. Gary DeVito, Mark Nicoletti and TD Bank president Mike Carbone.

15. Marcia McInnes, Kasia Hopek, Daina Imam and Joanna Jatkowska.

16. Marinella Fiore, Sal D’Angelo and Fiorella Fiore.

17. Rochelle Stein and Glenn and Marni Manko.

18. Dmitry Aybimder and Irina Sigal.

19. Russ Berenstein, Regina Tuchinsky, Jason Kravitz and Alexander Mason Hankin.

20. Jill Markowitz and Michael Criscuolo.

1. Citizen Diplomacy International’s 30th Annual International BBQ took place on Thursday, July 14, 2016 at the National Museum of American Jewish History on Independence Mall. This year (2016) marks the 50th anniversary of Philadelphia’s Sister City relationship with Tel Aviv, Israel which was celebrated at the event. They also celebrated significant anniversaries with Torun, Poland; Douala, Cameroon; Kobe, Japan and Frankfurt, Germany. All of these anniversaries, as well as their other Sister City relationships, were commemorated at the event.  Funds raised through the event support CDI’s one-one-one international relations work for the U.S. Department of State and Philadelphia’s Sister Cities Program, all geared to make friends and provide an accurate image of the U.S. around the world. Gwen Camp, Jack Groarke, Hani White, Anne O’Callaghan and Tom Jennings paused for a photo during the event.

2. Jon Boughrum (left) chatted with Germany’s Consul General Ralf Wiedemann.

3. (From left) Dave Schreyver, Ben Gentile, Justin Clementine, Danielle Goodrick, Rob Zingaro and Chris Vargo. 

4. (From left) Ileana Garcia, Curtis Gregory and Siobhan Lyons.

5. John Domzalski and Juliette Forgione.

6. (From left) Abbey Hazlett, Bob Fay, Christina Hud and Matt Homberger enjoyed the view during the event.

7. (From left) Pierre Hannecort, Begona Vallamide-Muina, Carlos Hernandez and Chieko Imai.

8. (From left) Tim Sperry, Sara Chiaravalloti, Aaron Dimick and Lauren Roberts.

9. (From left) Owen Rothstein, Anne O’Callaghan, Soibhan Lyons and Susan Kohler Reed.

1. The Butterfly Ball, an unforgettable evening featuring fine dining, live and silent auctions, dancing and inspiring honorees. will be held on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at 801 Market Street in Philadelphia. Four women who have done so much on behalf of LBBC and those affected by breast cancer will be honored. The Going Beyond Award will be presented to Jenny Burkholder, Ayanna Z. Kalasunas and Judy Weinstein, three women who have used their personal experience with breast cancer to help and inspire others and The Founder’s Award, LBBC’s highest honor, will be presented to Jennifer Chalfin Simmons, MD, for the longstanding support she has offered to LBBC and the people they serve. The IMPACT Award will be presented for the first time to Andrea and Abraham Morris. This award was created to recognize those whose support has played a critical role in LBBC’s evolution. The Butterfly Ball Preview Party took place at Boyds Philadelphia on Wednesday, July 20. Jennifer Chalfin Simmons M.D.  paused for a photo with Going Beyond Award recipients Judy Weinstein, Jenny Burkholder and Ayanna Z. Kalasunas.

2. Jennifer Simmons and her mother Connie Creed joined Kent Gushner of Boyds during the preview event.

3. Nicole Daddario, Jackie Roth and Ronald Kern.

4. Dr. Jennifer Simmons and her husband Albert Simmons.

5. Kent and Mindy Gushner.

6. Judy Herman, Lynne Brownstein and Dorothy Wilson.

7. Lu Ann Cahn, Beth Haas and Alla Pasternack.

8. Meg Taft, Sandy Martin, Loren Kagan and Deborah Stein.

9. Jerry Herman and his daughter Andi Morris who will receive The Impact Award during the LBBC gala.

11. Dana Donofree, Teresa Kohl and Barbara Yorke.

12. Devyn Gehret, Momin Sheikh, Emily Dodge and Stefano Di Rocco.

13. Greg Dodge and Lisa Goldenberg.

14. Michael Goldenberg and Scott Martin.

15. Tor Covello, Aly Kauffman, Joe Kaliop and Kara Covello.

17. Scott Barnes and Chelsea Naut.

18. Iris Brownstein, Andre Mitchell and Elisa Shulick.

19. Gene Rosadino, Nicole Stamps and Jennifer Simmons.

20. Emily Dodge and Jennifer Simmons.

21. Judy and Ken Weinstein and Margo Borten.

22. Jenny and Amy Burkholder.

23. Nicole Stamps and Gene Rosadino.

1. Danley, a new home community of 28 townhomes in Bryn Mawr, held an open house on Thursday, July 21, 2016. Danley is within walking distance of commuter trains, shops, restaurants and Bryn Mawr Hospital. It features stacked twins, designed to look like conventional twin homes, and traditional townhomes at the rear of the site. Lower Merion Commissioners George Manor and Scott Zelov, Denise Yarnoff and Gregg Adelman paused for a photo with builder Sarah Peck (center) during the open house. Ms. Peck enjoys an outstanding relationship with the municipalities in which she builds. Her company’s mission is to reclaim under-utilized sites that are within walking distance of shops, restaurants, parks, and public transportation – improving and elevating property values of existing historic neighborhoods in the process.

2. Lori Shinal and Mary Nixon enjoyed a tour of the property.

3. Eric Shore, Carole Felton Shore and Dick Rollins of Bryn Mawr Trust chatted with Sarah Peck.

4. Andy Krider, John Watson, Greg Wissman and Dan Wofford attended Danley’s open house.

Assistant Township Manager Bob Duncan, chatted with Sarah Peck during the open house.

6. Carole Felton Shore, Sharon Dienno and Betsy Stephanou enjoyed a moment during Danley’s Open House.

1. On Thursday, July 21, 2016 an exhibition of works in painting, drawing,
sculpture, craft, ceramics, stained glass, fiber, jewelry, photography and works on paper and mixed media, executed by its 2016 students, opened to the public at the Wayne Art Center. Award winners were announced at the reception and the exhibition will continue through Monday, August 15. Established in 1930 as the first art center in the Main Line suburbs of Philadelphia, The Wayne Art Center offers instruction for all ages in the visual arts, crafts, music, culinary arts, and drama. Their exhibitions, lectures, and gallery shop attract over 15,000 visitors each year. Student Show Award winners paused for a photo during the reception.

2. Janet Espenshade, Deb McLeod and Amy Karash.

3. Sally and Michael Pillion, Stephanie Lieberman and Denise Sedor.

4. Joanne Turner, Jeanne Wordley and Trudy Campbell chatted with Amy Grant.

5. Juror Robert Waddington paused for a photo with Wayne Art Center
Executive Director Nancy Campbell.

6. Susan Turkel, Anna Bonanni, Deirdre Young, Linda Sindaco and Elissa Schoenlank.

7. Mary Webb, Elise Higgins, Jennifer Edwards, Anna Faigenbaum paused for a photo with Karen Louise Fay, the Wayne Art Center’s Director of Special Projects.

8. Chris Clarkin, Barbara Jones, Blanche Torphy and Amy Karash. 

1. On Sunday, July 23, 2016, The Walnut Club of Philadelphia celebrated history with a special awards reception timed to coincide with the Democratic
National Convention in Philadelphia. The event was held at Philadelphia’s Water Works. For the first time in history, a woman is being nominated for
President of The United States at the upcoming Democratic National Convention. The Walnut Club was excited to host this once-in-a-lifetime event centered around this historic election that also celebrates the amazing accomplishments of women in our own community. Walnut Club members Jennifer Dubin, Julie Green-Davis, Lynette Zimmerman, Natanya DiBona and Marla McDermott gathered for a photo during the event.

2. Julie Green-Davis and Jennifer Dubin paused for a photo with Grace Killelea, CEO and founder of  Half The Sky Leadership. Half The Sky Leadership was an event sponsor and Grace Killelea  presented the awards.

3. President and Founder of the Walnut Club Marla McDermott and committee member Dianne Semingson.

4. Zoya Egan, Jennifer Sharpe, Jennifer Robinson and Marie Fritz were pictured with award recipient Cynthia Link, first female Superintendent of Graterford Prison (center).

5. Marie Fritz, Natanya DiBona, Julie Green-Davis and Lynette Zimmerman paused for this iconic photo with the Waterworks and the Schuylkill River in the background.

6. Stephanie McCullough, Bridget Subak and Laura Baker.

7. Kim Landry, Anne Crowley, award recipient Lynn Yeakel and Dianne Semingson.

8. Award recipient Jeri Lynne Johnson and Kim Fraites-Dow.

9. Kate Marlys of Philly PR Girl and Walnut Club committee member Chloe Johnston.

10. Elizabeth Livingston, Zoya Egan and Jennifer Robinson chatted with Elizabeth Wellington of the Philadelphia Inquirer.

11. Mary Welsh and Marla McDermott.

12. Lydia Monteiro, Alexus Arthur, Cheyenne Oxendine and Lily McAndrews of Rock To The Future provided entertainment during the event. Rock To The Future provides music education at no cost to Philadelphia’s underserved youth.

13. Lauren Richmond, Marla McDermott and Lyda Doyle.

14. Maud Lyon, Denise Gerbenbach, Robin Wheeler and Sayuri Lio.

15. Honorary Chair Desiree Peterkin Bell and former Philadelphia mayor, Michael Nutter.

16. Dottie Schlindlinger, Lucienne Beard award recipient Marilyn Russell.

17. Julie Green-Davis and Natanya DiBona chatted with publicist Kory Aversa (center).

18. Lynette Zimmerman, Christine Jacobs, Carmella Jacquinto and Suzanne Donoghue.

19. Award recipient Maria D. Quiñones-Sanchez and Megan Barry.

20. Ann King Lagos and Toni Leslie.

21. Drs. Thanuja and Sujatha Hamilton.

On Friday, July 22, 2016, Woodmere Art Museum in Chestnut Hill held a Pop-Up party for the arrival of the Harry Bertoia fountain sculpture ”Free
Interpretation of Plant Forms” (1967). The sculpture was completed by the artist in 1967 for a prominent position outside the Philadelphia Civic Center. It
has been hidden away for more than a decade. Now it will be repaired, conserved and placed on the grounds of the Museum.  

1.Woodmere Art Museum CEO Bill Valerio welcomed Val Bertoia to the Pop-Up party.

2. Kate O’Neill and Cynthia and Scott Kreilick attended the Pop-Up party.

3. Clare Edwards Myer, Caroline Myer, Marianne McClatchy and Will Standish.

4. Michael and Sue Young, Eileen Marolla, Charles Sterne III and Dan Muroff.

5. Leah and Susan Silverstein, Eileen and Ron Javers and Lori Salgancoff.

6. Walter and Katy Palmer and Barbara Delacato.

7. Margot Berg and Hillary and Evelyn Krain.

8. Paul Sehnert and Alfred Dragani.

9. Bill Valerio and Sr. Carol Jean Vale, SSJ, president of Chestnut Hill College.