1. Members of the Bryn Mawr Hospital Women’s Board gathered at Jeanie Fischer’s home to address invitations to ‘Fashion Emergency,’ an evening of cocktails, fashion and shopping benefiting the Women’s Emotional Wellness
Center. The event will take place on Thursday, February 23, 2017, at the Barn at Liseter in Newtown Square.”Skirtin’ the Winter Blues” will also feature a fashion show by Skirt, a boutique in Bryn Mawr. Event co-chairs Nora Brady and Jeanie Fischer paused for a photo with Cackie Rogers and Kathy Jacoby.

1. Women’s Board member Susie Valerio and Women’s Board president Doss Masterson.

3. Co-chairs Nora Brady and Jeanie Fischer (left)paused  for a group photo with Womens’ Board president Doss Masterton and committee members Susie Valerio, Cackie Rogers and Kathy Jacoby  during the Fashion Emergency  ”Skirtin’ the Winter Blues”invitation addressing event.

(Photos by Mike Hirata)The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) hosted their Red & White Ball Patron Party to thank high level sponsors and volunteers on January 23, 2017 at Flemings Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Radnor Township. The Red & White Ball has become Philadelphia’s premier social event of the season! In nearly three years, the black tie gala has raised nearly $1.5 million dollars for the LLS mission to cure blood cancers. More than 600 people from Greater Philadelphia are expected to attend the Fourth Annual Red & White Ball on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at the
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Hotel to raise money for LLS mission. The event will also honor Jazz Pharmaceuticals with the Diamond Award in their fight against blood cancers. The event also boasts a Mercedes-Benz raffle featuring the all-new 2017 GLC300 4MATIC SUV. The vehicle was generously donated, which means LLS receives 100% of the ticket sales. The winner will be announced the night of the Red & White Ball. Winning ticket holder does not need to be present to win. Visit www.redwhiteballphilly.org/raffle to learn more about the Mercedes-Benz raffle. The black-tie gala is expected to raise more than $650,000 on behalf of the LLS’s Eastern PA Chapter. Tickets to attend the event is $400 per person. Plus, there is a ticket level for Young Professionals (39-years-old or younger). For more information about the Red & White Ball, visit www.redwhiteballphilly.org. Hillary Francomano (left), with Executive Committee members, Robert Francomano and Floyd Carl attended the patron party.

LLS Executive Director, Ellen Rubesin, with Red & White Ball Co-chair, Francis X. Gallagher.

Raffle Chair, Jared Torgan, with Executive Committee member, Benjamin Picker.

Auction Chair, Meredith Gardner, with Chris Britton.

Red & White Ball Co-chair, George Hofmann, with his son, Max.

Auction Committee member, Nina Bernstein, with Sue Kurtzman. 

LLS Board member, Steve Earhart, with his wife, Jean.

Auction Committee member, Marcello Luzi, with Executive Committee member, Mark Seltzer.

1. Main Line residents and friends Sara Moyher and Wendy Monaghan of Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach Wayne, hosted a benefit concert to help raise funds for men in recovery as well as introduce FADD – Families Against
Drug Deaths. “Music in Memory” took place on Thursday, January 26, 2017, and featured recovering musicians performing live at New Leaf Club at 1225, Montrose Avenue, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages were included. Sara Moyher of Newtown Square hosted this event in memory of her brother Jeremy DeFelice and Wendy Monaghan co-hosted the fundraiser to celebrate the life of her son, Ryan Monaghan. Together, Sara and Wendy share in the goal to save the lives of those in recovery by helping to raise funds for Ryan’s House in Newtown Square, a sober home for men in recovery. “Music in Memory” also served as a forum to announce the launch of a local organization called FADD – Families Against Drug Deaths. Sara Moyher, Wendy Monaghan, along with the event’s supporters, Nancy Marcus Newman, Founder, The Bridge Foundation; Katie Burlingham, Marketing Director, The New Leaf Club; and Chris Waddell, Director, Rockers in Recovery Unplugged are the founding members of FADD. The mission of FADD is to host monthly open house meetings for individuals of all ages to learn more about the rampant increase of drug use in our communities, the necessary resources available should you or someone you know is abusing drugs, and the next steps to take to ensure a healthy recovery. The first FADD event will take place, Monday, February 20 at The New Leaf Club.  Founders of FADD – Nancy Marcus Newman, Katie Burlingame, Wendy Monaghan, Sara Moyher, Leslie Padilla paused for a photo during the event.

2. Sara Moyher and her family – Sara lost her brother Jeremy to Drug Overdose and hosted Music in Memory: A Tribute to Ryan & Jeremy.

3. Jeff and Sara Moyher.

4. Leigh Newman, Sydney Parmet, De Parmet, Chris Waddell of Rockers in Recovery and Nancy Marcus Newman, founder of The Bridge Foundation.

5. Nancy Marcus Newman, and Chris Waddell.

6. Mary Nixon, Founder New Leaf Club, Garrett Aguilar ands Theo Gordon-Hardy of Ryan’s House, Katie Burlingame of New Leaf Club.

7. Wendy Monaghan (center) who lost her son Ryan to Drug Overdose and hosted Music in Memory, along with her daughter, mother, father and step-mother honoring Ryan.

8. Sara Moyher, Berkshire Hathaway Fox Roach – Wayne & Leslie Padilla of LPPR, Communications & Marketing Director of FADD.

9. Sara Moyher and Theo Gordon-Hardy, Advocate for Recovery & Mentor to Youths.

1. The Academy of Notre Dame de Namur in Villanova, PA, is holding its 44th Annual Fine Art Show and Sale from Friday, January 27 through Sunday, February 5, 2017. The exhibition and sale opened with a catered preview reception with the artists on Friday, January 27, 2017, in the Academy Mansion, located at 560 Sproul Road in Villanova, PA. Chairing the Art Show this year is Denick Herrin. The fine art show will be on display from noon to 4 p.m. daily beginning Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, February 5, 2017. The exhibition features nearly 100 artists’ works in a variety of mediums, including oils, watercolors, acrylics, sculptures, ceramics, and glass. The weeklong exhibit is free of charge and open to the public from Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, February 5, 2017. For more Information, visit www.ndapa.org/artshow. Notre Dame Academy President Judith Dwyer, event chair Denick Herrin and Principal Jacqueline Coccia welcomed preview reception attendees to the event.

2. This year’s featured artist is Philadelphia area resident, Liz Finley. Liz is known for her rich, colorful seascapes and landscapes of Philadelphia and its surroundings, and for interesting takes on the still life. A strong sense of composition and subject knowledge combines with a lively, creative color scheme to produce vibrant images that are realistic with a lean towards impressionistic. Liz was honored in 2014 by being invited to participate in a two-person Seascape show at Accent Gallery in Ocean City, New Jersey. Her work is regularly
displayed at juried shows at the Philadelphia Sketch Club, Wayne Art Center, Main Line Art Center, Chester County Art Center, the Devon Horse Show Sale, Delaware Valley Art League and the Notre Dame Academy Art Show, and has received recognition through prizes awarded at several shows. A variety of recent paintings can be viewed on her website at www.lizfinley.com. Liz and her husband Paul Finley were pictured in front of some of her works of art during last night’s preview party.

3. Arnie and Molly Schneider, Craig and Jennifer McCulloch and Barbara Susanin were pictured during the preview event. Molly Schneider co-chaired the preview party,  Jennifer McCulloch is co-chair of Special Events and Barbara Susanin is the Raffles and Student Volunteer Coordinator.

4. Terri Nappi assisted with art sales.

5. Public Relations committee member Bridget Devine (left) chatted with event chair Denick Herrin and Artist Search committee member Sophia Langley during the preview event.

1. The Black Tie Tailgate, a kick-off for the Philadelphia Auto Show, took place on Friday, January 27, 2017. Guests enjoyed cocktails, an exciting menu and live entertainment while getting the first glimpse of the hot production, exotic and antique vehicles on display at the Show in the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The event is sponsored by ADAGP Charitable Foundation who have been supporting to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia since 1986. Cumulative giving to the Hospital tops $6.9 million. These funds support the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Patient Welcome Center in the Richard D. Wood Pediatric Ambulatory Care Center and directly benefit several departments within the Hospital. The Philadelphia Auto Show will continue through February 5, 2017. CHOP Urology Department members were pictured with the Auto Show mascot!

2. Rich Cabelli, Leigh and Mark Ross and Jim Atkins paused for a photo with 2017 Black Tie Tailgate Committee co- chairs David and Marlo Kelleher (center).

3. Erin Allsman was pictured with Mayor Jim Kenney as he arrived at the event.

4. Carl Dranoff and his daughter Julia Gutstadt liked the look of this 1955 Ford Thunderbird! 

5. 6ABC anchor Monica Malpass chatted with Shari Boudreau and Charlie Mahjouvian during the event.

6. Jeff and Denise Bellisario and Holly and John Whytoski.

7. Mark and Madeleine Douglas and Pierre and Melissa Brondeau chatted with Tony Palmer and Kelsey Kiel (center) of Algar Ferrari of Philadelphia.

8. Kris Flynn and Kathy Artus.

9. Julia Brines and Robert Mammuciri chatted with City Representative Sheila Hess and her husband Michael during the Black Tie Tailgate Preview event.

10. Larry and Sabrina Pray, manager of Nicole Miller Philadelphia, attended the event.

11. Michael and Debbie Gonzales and F.S. Gurk and his wife Gokcen attended the event.

12. Victoria, Leigh and Lance McCue attended the event.

13. Guests included Mark and Kim Ewing.

1. The 160th Anniversary Concert and Ball, Philadelphia’s premier annual white-tie gala, celebrated this iconic building’s 160th birthday on Saturday, January 28, 2017. Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin and The Philadelphia Orchestra along with special guest Martin Short, dazzled attendees during the concert. It was a
spectacular evening of music, dining, and dancing. The white-tie event began with an Open House reception before the Anniversary Concert at the Academy of Music. The Ball including dinner and dancing to the music of six bands followed at the Hyatt at the Bellevue Hotel. Proceeds contribute to the restoration and reservation of The Academy of Music, a national historic landmark. Academy Ball co-chair Harry Hill and his wife Louise paused for a photo with Philadelphia Orchestra vice-president Matthew Loden and Nancy and Michael Valucci.

2. Flo Celender wearing a Juan Carlos Pinera was the “Belle of the Ball”

3. Flo and her husband Rick coordinated their attire!

4. Mann president Cathy Cahill and Dr. Bob Perker chatted with Philadelphia Orchestra president and CEO Alison Vulgamore.

5. Academy Ball co-chair Georgiana Noll and her husband Eric.

6. Owen Murdoch and Meredith Noll.

7. Stephen Klasko and Colleen Wyse who wore a Natasha Hall gown.

8. Evan and Lynsie Solomon and Lynsie’s parents Sylvia and Stephen Feinberg. Lynsie chairs the Young Friends committee.

9. Llaria Macchi M.D., and Mark Nicoletti.

12. Ryan Kaysen and Katie Clemm wearing Jovani.

13. Peter and Marla Loevy.

14. Elisabeth Cooke, Molly Rouse Terlevich and Clarissa Pugh.

15. Brad Voight chatted with Anne Ewers, president and CEO of the Kimmel Center and Fred Hagen.

16.Jessica Annas with Chris Annas and Pam Rockacy Annas.

17. Jessica Annas and Sabir Peele.

18. Brandon Morrison and Stacey Kracher.

19. Fox29 anchor Mike Jerrick and Jenine and David Neff.

20. Jaimi and Ron Blackburn.

21. Ayanna Haskin, David Alexander Jenkins, Nadia Patric and Stuart Naiberg.

22. Matthew Fontana, Gabriela Guaracao, Lani Lear and Dan Kessler.

23. Malia Mendl and Francesca Nicoletti.

24. Carl Wittig, Anabel and Ellie Lewis, Tom Kane and Joanna McNeil Lewis.

26. Regina Tuchinsky and Alexander Mason Hankin.

27. Philadelphia Orchestra President of the Volunteer Committees Lisa Weber Yakulis and her husband Paul Yakulis.

Losenge and Osagie Imasogie, Esq.

29. The CTCA group celebrated the 160th Academy Ball.

30. Justin Jeffers and Philadelphia Editor-in-Chief Kristin Detterline.

31. Rudi Richmand and Greg Montanaro.

32. Sal D’Angelo and Ashley Piocroski.

33. Dan and Stephanie Ingersoll, Kevin Cahill and Trip McMahon.

34. Mark Nicoletti and his daughters Megan, Francesca and Sophia.

35. Nick Nicholson and Tara Theune Davis.

36. Kelly and Sean Edwards.

37. Toby and Valerie Wiggins, Sharon and Rick Jones and Warren Look.

38. Tom and Gracen Ashton, Frank Coulson III and his wife Lesley, Kat Stewart and Jesse and Maura Daniels.

39. William Wermuth and friends.

40. Sarabeth and Bart Smith.

41. Peter and Celeste Madden.

42. David and Julia Fleischner.

43. Jane Corrigan, Gee Smith and Lisi and Jonesy Lerch.

44. Jill Rizen and Kim Ragone.

45. Dr. Nina Radcliff, Stephanie Phelps, Eileen Xu and Angie Eileen.

46. Alisa Frederico, Style Director of Dressing Jane interviewed Dr. Nina Radcliff on the Red Carpet.

48. April and William Timmerman.

49. Bruce Leto and his father Bruce Leto chatted with Philadelphia Orchestra Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin.

50. Sabir Peele, Jessica Annas and her father Chris Annas also chatted with Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin.

51. Kate Slattery Parghi, Doc Parghi and Meagan Fitzpatrick.

52. Kate Slattery Parghi and Janet Guthart.

53. Ian Michael Crumm, Alisa Frederico and Mike Jerrick of Fox29.

1. PRDC Properties hosted a ribbon-cutting event to celebrate the transformation and opening of the Lincoln building into a 44-unit luxury apartment community. The celebration took place at the Lincoln (1222 Locust Street, Philadelphia) on Tuesday, January 31, 2017. More than 200 guests including government officials, major real estate players and other Philadelphia notables attended. Decaying, destitute and days away from condemnation and certain demise, the storied life of the Lincoln now continues as a modern and sophisticated residential apartment community in the heart of Midtown Village. PRDC Properties has maintained the historic character of the building by restoring the original, and nearly 125-year old, façade. Offering the luxury experience of a high-end condominium, the roomy apartments are intelligently designed to maximize living space and are appointed with keyless entry, stainless steel appliances, built-in closets and a voice and video enabled intercom system. The lush hotel-style common areas offer a cozy and rich lobby with sleek electric fireplace and fully-equipped conference room. Philadelphia Councilman-at-Large Allan Domb, PRDC COO Brandon Morrison, Gerry Hamburg, Philadelphia City Representative Sheila Hess and PRDC president Jon Thomas joined PRDC CEO David Perlman (center) as he got
ready to cut the ribbon!

2. Mark Kane, Steven Clofine and Richard Green.

3. PRDC COO Brandon Morrison, Stacey Kracher and Barry Morrison.

4. Kristin Pultro, Josh Gibbons, Damien Wright and Christina Henck.

5. Sophia Kariakodis and J.T. Crosby.

6. Richard Green, Mark Nicoletti, Deena Seltzer and Allan Domb.

7. Mike Regina and George Duffield.

8. Annemarie Perlman chatted with Clarissa and Lauren Ventresca.

9. Maria Quattrone and Star Little.

10. City Representative Sheila Hess paused for a photo with Mary Dougherty, Stacey Kracher and Sabrina Pray.

11. Paul Smith and Jenice Armstrong.

1. The Union League of Philadelphia’s Real Estate Club held a panel discussion during its February 2017 luncheon. ”Banking Today and Tomorrow” featured a brief word from ULRE Chair Lisa Silveri, an introduction of each person in attendance and questions and answers on banking issues and regulations by the panelists. ULRE is a group within the Union League including some of Philadelphia’s most influential developers, brokers, designers, bankers, architects and attorneys. ULRE Chair Lisa Silveri (left) and Vice Chair Bill Pennewell (right) paused for a photo with panelists John Finley, Patrick McGrory, Shari Reams, Moderator Erin Arvedlund and panelist Christopher Terlizzi.

2. David Blumenfeld and Gerald Francesco.

3. Lee Zeplowitz, Anthony Mannino and Martin Welch.

4. Angelo Perryman and Leo Levinson.

5. Christopher Terlizzi, Bill Glick and Susanne Shuster.

6. David Spoont, Greg Ambrogi, Rory Scerri-Marion and Milan Zalavadia.

7. Karen Kauffman, Rachel Petery and Jade Eskovitz.

8. Don and Renee Freeman.

9. Erin Arvedlund, Bill Pennewell, Lisa Silveri and Gerald Francesco.

1. On Wednesday, February 1, 2017, Dara and Dan Goldstein hosted a cocktail party featuring a diamond jewelry trunk show by KVO Collections. KVO Collections was founded by Julia Wood Ford and Claudia Wood and their primary is to help others through charity parties and partnerships. For more information visit: www.KVOcollections.com. Denise and Gabrielle Krekstein, Brittany Cook and Alexandra Morgan paused for a photo with Helpusadopt founder Becky Fawcett and host, Dara Tye Goldstein (center). Twenty percent of all sales benefit Helpusadopt.org’s national adoption program.

Julia Wood Ford and Claudia Wood of KVO Collections.

2. Jennifer Ragland, Kim Shoup and Amy Eads.

3. Melissa Samschick, Joie DiGiovanni and Denelle Drake.

4. Anne and Betsy Nikolaus.

5. Ann Snyder, Michelle Snyder and Caroline Small.

1. The 2017 Philadelphia Heart Ball took place at on Saturday, February 4, at the Marriott Hotel in Center City, Philadelphia. Each year, community members, medical professionals and corporate leaders come together to celebrate the lifesaving work of the American Heart Association. For years, the Heart Ball has helped to advance the lifesaving mission of the American Heart Association, a mission that has impacted the lives of thousands of men, women and children throughout the greater Philadelphia area. Contributions received go far in supporting cardiovascular research, professional and community education,
advocacy efforts. The Heart Ball celebrates its work and mission and lives saved and improved because of everyone’s efforts. Dr. Ravi Rajon, Jennifer Rajon and Kate Slattery Pargi and Doc Parghi attended the Heart Ball.

2. Heart Ball co-chair Laura Vague and Pam Estadt.

3. Pam and Kevin Mahoney and Kim and Jim Daley.

4. Rich and Gabrielle Kreckstein.

5. Max Tuttleman, Christine Bugg, Jesse and Beka Rendell and Steve and Jenna Jaffe.

6. Devyn Gehret and Greg Montanaro.

7. Lisa Fields, Charlotte Pride, Ashwini Reddy, M. Sibl, Victoria Reider, Robyn Slane and Brittany Fenkel.

8. Megan Nicoletti and her father Mark Nicoletti.

9. Stephanie Stahl and Jim Trichon

10. Dr. Ron Morris, Elizabeth Shore, Dr. Pierantonio Russo and Diana Frid.

11. Megan Nicoletti and Gabriella Salcedo.

12. Deneen Marcel of Deneen Marcel Lashes and Chris Toney attended the 2017 Heart Ball.

13. Lois and Don Legato.

14. Beka and Jesse Rendell, Gov. Edward G. Rendell and Susan Rafetto.

15. Niyah Griffin and Andrea Frazier.

16. Ed Reitmyer, Priscilla Holmes, David and Susan Blumenfeld and Larry Holmes.

17. Barbara and Robert Sico.

On Monday, February 6, 2017, Jingduan Yang, M.D., Board Certified Psychiatrist and Founder of Yang Institute Of Integrative Medicine addressed the epidemic of abuse, addiction, and overdose that claims the lives of more than 28,000 Americans each year. Dr Yang spoke about patient treatment and solutions that he and his team use to an invited audience. Team member  Bobbie Lane, publicist Leslie Padilla and Yang Institute office manager Darlene Saile welcomed attendees to the event. Yang Institute of Integrative Medicine, headquartered in Bryn Mawr, PA, also has offices in Philadelphia and Marlton, NJ. Inquiries and appointments are available by calling (610) 520-1128 or visiting online at http://www.TaoInstitute.com

Dr. Yang and his wife Lan, CEO of Yang Institute,  paused for a photo before his talk.

Dr. Yang and Mary Nixon, Founder of the New Leaf Club.

Dr. Yang and patient Caroline Claytor.

Dr. Yang addresses attendees.

Plymouth Meeting based Simon’s Fund hosted more than 300 attendees for Simon’s Soiree, an event to raise awareness about the warning signs and conditions that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest and death in children.   Simon’s Soiree is the eighth annual benefit gala for Simon’s Fund. The gala was expected to raise than $200,000 to allow Simon’s Fund to continue their work in checking hearts and saving lives.  The event held at the Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel, included an auction, cocktails, dinner, an awards presentation and dancing. Heather Kay and Todd and Randi Sandler were pictured during the event. 

Simon’s Fund Founders, Phyllis and Darren Sudman.

Wendi and Neil Rutman

5. Honoree Brandon Cohen,  a junior at Plymouth Whitemarsh High School, is the founder of the Simon’s Fund Student Ambassador Program.

Jennifer Yanowitz is a mom from Tenafly, New Jersey who organized a Simon’s Fund
screening for her community after hearing about a near-death experience for a friend’s child.  Jennifer Schwab Yanowitz, pictured with her husband Keith Yanowitz, was h0nored during the event.

Jodi and Adam Kaye

1. On Saturday, February 11, 2017, the Country Day School of the Sacred Heart Mothers’ Association hosted its annual gala at Overbrook Golf Country Club. The Heart Gala 2017 included dancing to the sounds of Connie Pelesh with the Upfront Band, a delicious full-course Surf-n-Turf Dinner, open bar and silent and live auctions. All proceeds benefit Country Day School of the Sacred Heart. The Mothers’ Association seeks to foster a spirit of goodwill within the school community and assist Country Day School of the Sacred Heart in financial support and opportunity to the faculty and students. Alayne Bell, Carrie Wiemer, Mary Fitzhenry and Seana Martinelli paused for a photo during the event.

2. Carolyn and Michael Magee.

3. CDSSH Teachers Catherine Scholl, Sharon Ackerley, Kristen Starnes and Elaine DiCocco were pictured at the event.

4. Barbara Forte and Christopher DiGuiseppe.

5. Deirdre Cryor, Alayne Bell and Eileen McEntee.

6. Chris and Christina Freind used their I-Phone to place a bid on this flower arrangement. Derek Loranca liked the flower arrangement too!

7. Larry Fitzhenry, Mark Casale, Gregory DiCocco and Chris Gagliardi.

8. Jeff and Lisa Wanner and Dana and Rich Mejzak.

9. Charlie and Jennifer Reid, Dr. Eva Atkinson and Suzanne Robinson.

1. Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter supporters attended “Party in Purple” a benefit for the cause at The Franklin Institute, Saturday, February 11, 2017. Partygoers danced throughout the evening and enjoyed an open bar and buffet stations. The event also featured the opportunity to explore FI’s ‘Your Brain’ exhibit, which aligns perfectly with the Alzheimer’s Association’s focus on the brain and how Alzheimer’s affects it. “Party in Purple” was hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter’s Junior Committee and benefits chapter programs and services, including early-stage initiatives, caregiver support groups, consumer education, free 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) and more. Diana Reitz, Chloe Fama, Shannon Haugh, Brooke Morgan, Molly Sandberg and Megan Romano attended the fundraiser.

2. Deb Haugh and President & CEO at Alzheimer’s Association of Delaware Valley, Wendy Campbell.

3. Evelyn and John Petersen and Glen Reyburn and Randy Schauer.

4. Tracey and Mark Czajkowski.

5. Mike Peskin, Shane Halsey, Brooke Morgan and Taylor Emret.

6. Maria Marks, Pauline Eastman and Dave Marks.

7. Anna and Alex Schwartz.

8. Austin Little and Lauren Murray.

9. Julie Gaul, James Klingermann and Nick Gaul.

10. Mike O’Donnell, Johna Vitto, Jamie Wrenn, Tom O’Rourke, Lezlie Madden Raalf and Mattthew Raalf.

1. Anne Minich’s dexterous drawings and meticulously painted constructions were on disply during an opening reception on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. Family members Annie, John and Betsy Husted and Catherine Minick joined artist Anne Minich (second left) during the reception in PAFA’s Historic Building Alumni Gallery. Anne Minich has two shows, one in The Works on Paper Gallery and another in the Alumni Gallery.

2. Three generations: Anne Minich, her daughter Betsy and granddaughter Annie paused for a photo during the reception.

3. PAFA Vice President Melissa Kaiser and curator Kelli Morgan were pictured with Anne Minich.

4. Katrina Martin and Ellana Cohen attended the reception.

5. Wawa Ingersoll, Anne Minich and Bill Valerio, Woodmere Art Museum CEO.

6. Bill Valerio, Wawa Ingersoll, Francis Jacobs and Gail Rawson joined Anne Minich for a group photo.

7. Wawa Ingersoll, Liz Osborne, Sarah McEany, Gail Rawson and Caroline Healey attended the event.

8. PAFA president David Brigham congratulated Anne Minich during the opening reception.

1. Coinciding with the centenary of America’s involvement with the war, World War I and American Art is the first major exhibition devoted to exploring the ways in which American artists responded to the First World War.  A tour of the exhibition took place during PAFA After Dark on Wednesday, February 15, 2017. The exhibit continues through April 9, 2017.

2. Duffy’s Catering offered a cash bar and snacks in PAFA’s second floor galleries. Lara McHugh, Jim Hofer and their friends Andy and Jessica were pictured during the event.

3. Isaiah Taliaferro created a temporary tattoo for Jason Gooch during the event!

4. Lt. Col. John McCrae’s poem ”In Flanders Fields” bonded the poppy to the sacrifices made in WWI.  Nora Granahan, Jeremiah Myers and Alma Barrantes created pinwheel poppies to spin through the night during the event.

6. Open Studio Night took place on Friday, February 17. Once a year PAFA’s graduate and undergraduate students open their studios to the public and discuss their works in progress. A special exhibition showcasing the work of PAFA’s illustration department, Merge Visible, took place during Open Studio Night. Program Chair Jessica Abel paused for a photo with event coordinator Lousine Boyakhandjyan, Samuel Thuman, Frank Genuardi, Janusz Sachta and Marinna
Romera.

1. St. Katharine of Siena School will hold “Fabulous at Every Age” at the Aronimink Country Club on Thursday, March 9, 2017. The SKS Spring Shopping and Fashion Show Event is an annual tradition that benefits the St. Katharine of Siena school in Wayne. Malena’s Vintage Boutique will be its premier sponsor. A preview event took place at SKS Parish Center on Thursday, February 16, 2017. Co- chairs Kim Kendall, Jen McGowan and Pam Goggin paused for a photo during the preview event.

2. Josh Coyne and Malena Martinez brought items from Malena’s  Vintage Boutique to the preview event! Malena’s Vintage Boutique is the premier sponsor.

3. Renee de Gennaro and Crissy Pyfer tried on vintage furs from Malena’s Vintage Boutique during the preview event.

4. Annette Diaz, Carolina Coll and Cindy Roach attended the preview event.

5. Rachel Ryan and Meeghan Mullin also attended the preview event.

6. Kim Kendall, Haven Duddy, Malena Martinez, Megan Hope and Jen McGowan paused for a photo at the preview event.

1. The Main Line just got a new restaurant and market serving organic and healthy food! On Sunday February 19, 2017, Meridith Coyle of Aneu Catering in Paoli and her awesome team launched the market with its newly expanded menu during  a friend and family party.  For more than 25 years, Meridith Coyle has been a top caterer on the Main Line.  Meridith (left) chatted with Karen Rodio, Melissa Schweiter and Jodi Orr during the opening launch.

2. Ethan Thomas, Christy O’Brian, David O’Brian, Michele Russell and Candace Gantt attended the opening launch.

3. Marie Patriarca and Nick Kulish.

4. Molly Connell and Ruth Portonova congratulated Meridith (center) on the launch of her new restaurant.

5. Anna, Sam and Chris Componovo, Kristina Maletta and Kara Marciano paused for a photo during the restaurant launch.

6. Brian Burnett made specialty drinks during the event.

7. Ashley and Andrea Kramer and Olivia and Nell Rose Phillips.

8. Nikki and Joe Costa chatted with Toni Filipone.

9. Tina and Nick Fortebuono.

10. Tracy Coyle and Crissy Pyfer.

11. Server Elba Ramirez served Aneu specialties to Susie Sargent, Molly Connell and Jody Wagner.

12. Michele Russell and David O’Brian, David’s son, Christopher O’Brian, and
Kelly Davy attended the launch.

1. On Wednesday, February 22, 2017, in celebration of Black History Month, Joan Shepp presented the 17th year of celebrating Women of Substance & Style. The fashion boutique on Chestnut Street in Philadelphia honored African American women who make a difference in the Philadelphia community. The annual awards ceremony was hosted by Tuesday Gordon at Joan Shepp and featured an incredible evening of shopping, music, drinks, and food! Ten percent of the proceeds from the event was donated to The American Civil Liberties Union – to defend and protect the liberties of all Americans. Food was provided by David Simms of Eatible Delights Catering.  Jay Hall, Liz Goldberg, Nicole Black and Lynn Bailey were pictured during the event.

2. Joan Shepp paused for a photo with honoree Taliba Foster M.D.

3. Denine Kirby, Wanda Welch and Colette DeChalus Lee.

4. Margo Robinson chatted with Joan Shepp.

5. Ashley Marie Smith and Ellen Smith paused for a photo with Taliba Foster , M.D. (center).

7. Lois Hagarty and Liddy Lindsay.

8. Honoree Dorothy Foster and Nancy Adams.

1. The NFL Cheerleader Directors were in Philadelphia during the week of February 20, 2017 in preparation for the NFL Draft taking place April 27-29 in Center City. As part of the visit, they were given a special tour around town topped off with a stop at one of the city’s most popular landmark shopping destinations, Nicole Miller at The Bellevue. Upon their arrival, the guests received a special Philadelphia welcome by the NFL Eagles Cheerleaders and Eagles Mascot Swoop. Eagles tight end Brent Celek was also on hand to greet the group as they enjoyed a night of private shopping at Nicole Miller while sipping champagne and nibbling hors d’oeuvres from, bop, also located at The Bellevue. This exclusive event highlights the NFL Cheerleader Directors’ visit to Philadelphia and provides a preview of what’s in store as the city prepares for the upcoming 82nd Annual NFL Draft. 

2. Eagles Cheerleaders joined Eagles tight end Brent Celek and Mary Dougherty of Nicole Miller during the special night of private shopping.

3. Karen Kreitzer, Rob Tune, Stacie Kinder and Tina Galdieri attended the event.

4. Jimmy Contreras and Kristin Detterline paused for a photo with Brent Celek and Mary Dougherty.

5. Eagles Cheerleaders greeted the NFL Directors at Bellevue entrance.

6. Denise Garvey chatted with Shawna Peters during the event.

8. Sandy Charboneau, Shawna Peters, Stacie Kinder and Victoria Caruso had fun trying on clothing at Nicole Miller’s boutique.