The Friends of the AACR Foundation hosted the Party with a Purpose gala benefiting the American Association for Cancer Research on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at The Union League of Philadelphia. Guests enjoyed one of the area’s premier events during an exciting evening filled with an elegant dinner, a spectacular auction and much more!  This year proceeds benefit brain tumor research. Gala co-chair Carol Lissack, paused for a photo with committee member  Sheila Singer and AACR CEO Margaret Foti.

2. Chief Philanthropic Officer Mitch Stoller,  Scientific Honoree M. Sean Grady, M.D. andPresident and Chair, AACR Foundation Board of Trustees Raymond DuBois.

3. Party with a Purpose Committee members Robyn Viollante, Julia Somers Morley, Lauren O’Leary and Laura Baciu.

4. Hannah Bae and Kenneth Lee and Dr. Kenneth Lee who was honored with the Early Career Investigator Award.

5. Tuesday Gordon and Joan Shepp paused for a photo with artist Nancy Weezy Forman.

6. Kevin and Pamela Mahoney.

7. Bob Schena, Wendy Jay and Valentine and Carolina DiGiorgio.

8. Ben and Melina Spalter and Mike and Stephanie Jeitner.

9. Cathy Parker, Party with a Purpose C0-Chair  John Parker, Veronica and Norman Parker.

10. Julies Lee and Sky Parker.

11. Liz and Anna Bywater.

12. Thanuja Hamilton, M.D.and family members Jessie and Wilmer Hamilton and Suyi Hamilton.

13. Jordan Neumann, Alison Manna and James Balmer.

14. Jess Turner, Lee Dignan, Mitch Stoller and Sarah Happy.

15. Maria Ribeau, Persis Rice and John Ekarius.

16. Joy and Tod Mammuth.

1. On Monday, October 21 2019, Philadelphia Eagle Super Bowl Champion Alshon Jeffery hosted a fundraiser to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Philadelphia. The event took place at Saks Fifth Avenue in Bala Cynwyd, PA. Guests enjoyed cocktails, butlered hors d’oeuvres and shopping during the event at Saks Fifth Avenue. Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia have been serving youth in Philadelphia’s most impoverished communities for over 131 years. Their mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Saks donated 10 percent of purchases to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia. Executive Vice President of Programs Jerry Houck, Alshon Jeffery and Saks General Manager Ryan Williams paused for a photo during the event. Saks is also celebrating 50 years of being in Philadelphia.

2. Alshon Jeffery gave an Jeffery T-shirt to little Royce Spitzer who was so happy to get it!

3. Chad and Jessica Boonswang

4. Publicist Kristy Sevag, Super Bowl Champion Alshon Jeffery and FOX29’s Jennaphr Frederick.

5. Ryan Williams, Paul Rimar and Elizabeth Grutzmacher.

6. Erika Jacobi, Alshon Jeffery and Loren Kagan.

7. Nikki Donze, Bindi Johnson, Chris Chodkowski, Lauren Marcuson and Jennaphr Frederick of FOX29.

8. Alshon Jeffery, Gary Turner and Dave Sawyer.

9. Alshon Jeffery, Will Patterson and Terry Robertson.

10. Nick and Amanda Kowalcvik and Alshon Jeffery.

11. Guests also viewed exotic cars provided by RDS Enterprises. Alshon tried out one of the cars at the event!

12. Alshon Jeffery, Shawn Bullard and Terry Robertson.

13. Michelle Briggs and Kelly Harrin.

14. Seth Hefner, Heather Kantesarin, Elizabeth Layton and Ryan Williams.

1. Nicole Klein of The Nicole Klein Team at Keller Williams recently completed a Luxury Home Marketing training program offered by The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, the premier independent authority in training and designation for real estate agents working in the luxury residential market. Real estate professionals who complete this training build the knowledge, skills, and expertise
required to support the unique needs of affluent buyers and sellers of high-end properties. The completion of this focused training also provides Nicole Klein with membership into The Institute, which connects them to exclusive resources and benefits that Nicole Klein can use to successfully market their luxury residential listings and find qualified buyers for high-end property in the Main Line community. Nicole Klein has been in real estate since 2009 and specializes in
traditional and luxury homes on the Main Line. She is in the top 50 of all of Luxury agents at Keller Williams and has been awarded Main Line Parent Realtor of the year and Main Line Today’s Best Realtor. Nicole celebrated her Luxury Home Marketing training status when she hosted an event with her team, past clients and friends on October 24, 2019 at Enoteca Tredici in Bryn Mawr. Heather Turner,
Jaimi Blackburn, Jennifer Robinson and Lindsay Johnston paused for a photo with Nicole Klein (center).

2. Nicole and Kenny Klein.

3. Simon and Michele Ellis and Amy Smith and Brian Howe.

4. Nicole Klein and Noah and Kristina Pines.

5. Amy Smith, Nicole Klein and Erica McDonald.

6. Michelle Ellis and Jeff Beer.

7, Nicole Klein, Frank Tomaszewski and Richelle Payne.

8. Nicole Walsh and Ann Marie Casey.

9. Richelle Payne, Walter and Jennifer Robinson and Stephanie and Mike Seal.

10. Scott Boyd, Charlene Stovall and Kenny Klein.

11. Ron and Jaimi Blackburn and Casey and Erica McDonald.

12. Erica McDonald, Monica DeSanctis and Heather Turner.

13. Dr. Thomas DeFinn and Anna DeFinn.

14. Erica McDonald, Greg Seitter and Nicole Klein.

15. Megan and Mike Goold.

On Friday, October 25, 2019 The Barnes Foundation honored the trendsetters of yesterday and today, as they celebrated Henri Matisse’s 150th birthday and previewed the contemporary art exhibition 30 Americans during the Barnes Art Ball. Drawn from the exceptional Rubell Family Collection and on view in the Roberts Gallery, 30 Americans presents works by 30 important and influential contemporary African American artists. From the canonical to the cutting-edge, these artists explore identity against a backdrop of pervasive stereotyping—of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and class—addressing intersectional politics in unique and powerful ways.The Barnes presentation marks the tenth
anniversary of this groundbreaking show and its long-awaited debut in Philadelphia.  James and Nicole Schaeffer and Colleen Melchiorre and Sean Rooney were pictured arriving at the Barnes Art Ball.

2. Marianne Dean, Kitty Smith, Sandy Annesley and Haley Smith.

3. Mary Dougherty, Karen Buchholz and Darcy and Thomas Rudman.

4. John Hays, Bliss Summer, Nina Diefenbach, Julia and David Fleischner, Dawn Fleischner, Karen Zimmer and Chris Fleischner.

5. Judith Sills Swartz and Randy Swartz.

6. Mark Kerchner, Judy McGruther, Marji Rosenbluth Phillip and Henry Fader.

7. Patty Owen, Cathy Ward and Linda Scribner Paskin.

8. Brian and Alicia LaPann.

9. Michael Magnatta, Sarah Ferst and Sara and Adam Lauer.

10. Hilarie and Mitch Morgan.

11. Connie Williams, Lynn Lehocky, Patti Isen and June Smith.

12. Bill Luff chatted with Barnes President and CEO Thom Collins.

13 Helen Van Beuren, Anne Hamilton and Andrea Freundlich.

14. Caro Rock, Angela Hudson and Thom Collins.

15. Joe Grasso and Rosalie Hunter.

16. Maddie Brady, Sophia Slipakoff and her parents Jerry and Donna Slipakoff.

17. Bruce and Carol Kauffman and Lynn and Howard Schecter.

18. Terra Moné

19. Yasmina and John Giordano.

20. Lily Feldman and Sam Kapp.

21. Maddy and Harvey Rovinsky.

22. Lynn Van Beuren, Janine Yass and Christina Lurie.

23. Bob and Janis Waitkus and Jill and Phil Falson.

24. Meredith Pollock, Maggie Lee, Lindsay Evans and Adrian Anderson Phung.

25. Terra Moné, Bonnie Young and Ellen Churchill.

26. Angel Corella, Tiffany Tavares and Aishah Miller.

27. Jill and Jon Powell.

28. Kristin Detterline and Charles Keates.

29. Georgette Ciukerescu and Alice Donavin.

30. Janet and Jim Averill, Alice Donavin, Angel Corella and Alice and Marty Power.

31. Dr. Nina Radcliff and Kristin Detterline.

1. Philly Fights Cancer: Round 5 is the annual fundraising event of Philly Fights Cancer, the main fundraising channel for the Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine. The event took place at the Navy Yard on Saturday, October 26, 2019. More than 2,000 guests attended. The organization has raised over $39 million dollars for the Abramson Cancer Center since 2015. Talent for this year’s Philly Fights Cancer event was master of screen and stage Hugh Jackman, former SNL writer and Emmy-winning comedian John Mulaney, as well as Multi-platinum selling pop artist Andy Grammer. In addition to incredible talent, this year Philly Fights Cancer was privileged to honor the Breast Cancer Clinical Investigative Team at the Abramson Cancer Center. The team meets weekly to discuss each patient’s
treatment, resulting in the most advanced high- tech personalized care – providing education, compassionate care and the support needed to help each patient navigate their diagnosis and treatment plans. Philly Fights Cancer was also delighted to honor two loyal supporters and friends of Philly Fights Cancer, Margaret Anne and Jim Nolen. Abramson Cancer Center  Chief of Staff,  Dr. Joseph Carver and Michele Jamison paused for a photo with Leonard Abramson during the event.

2. Kristin Klein chatted with Madlyn Abramson.

3. University of Pennsylvania CEO Kevin Mahoney and his wife Pamela and Perelman School of Medicine Dean Larry Jamison and his wife Michele were pictured at the annual fundraiser.

4. The Abramson family, consisting of the founding generation, their children, and grandchildren, have committed themselves to spreading the word about the astounding work being done in Philadelphia, and to ensuring that there are continuing efforts to fund the brilliant researchers and clinicians. Family members David,  Stephanie, Richard, Rachel and Nancy Wolfson with Brett Cohen (second left) paused for a photo at the event.

5. Philadelphia City Representative Sheila Hess and Emcee Nancy Glass.

6. Justin Pizzi of Visit Philadelphia, Kristin Detterline of Philadelphia Style Magazine, Sheila Hess, Philadelphia City Representative. and Jeff Guaracino, Visit Philadelphia Chair were pictured at the event.

7. Ron and Ellen Caplan and their children Matthew and Sarah attended the event.

8. Robert and Mary Ann MacDonald and Megan and Andrew Miller.

9. Gene and Nicole Rosadino and Reba and Fred Robbins.

10. Dr. Zev Binder, Dr. Kim Reiss Binder, Dr. Ben Abella and Ursinsa Teitelbaum. 

11. Erin Neurcher, Karen Fastreich, Gina Lederer, Keri Arnold and Jennifer Jones.

12. Danielle Barnes, Jill Ruffenach and Runa Das.

13. Laurie Bayne and Angie DeMichele.

14. Colleen Hutchinson, Todd Gannon, Michael Murphy and Tara Theune Davis attended the annual fundraiser.

1. On Tuesday, October 29, 2019 a special evening of shopping with some of the Main Line’s favorite designers, Lisi Lerch. Neely and Chloe, Crab and Cleek and Giddy Paperie took place in the Barn at Valley Forge Flowers. The trunk show featured wine, hors d’oeuvres and holiday shopping. Valley Forge Flowers produces innovative floral and garden creations and also decorates private homes for holidays and special occasions. They provide interior and exterior design support, and coordinates events ranging in size from intimate dinners to festively-scaled galas and weddings. Patricia Maristch and Courtney Richards paused for a photo with Valley Forge Flowers owner Barb King (center) during the event.

2. Barbara Ranck chatted with Neely Burch of Neely & Chloe.

3. Carol White, Andrea Ganber, Diane Madera and Patty Bunker enjoyed the Girls Night Out.

4. Bunny Rebane, Shawn Condran and Melissa Meyer.

5. Haley Richter, Maureen Katona, Connie McMahon and Abby Harris paused for a photo at the event.

6. Heather Radano, Laurel Sarian and Jeanne DeSimone.

7. Leigh Anne Ambrose, Emily and Toni Griffith and Doris Greenblatt.

8. Lisi Lerch, Nancy Rainer-Wallace and Abby Harris.

9. Barbara King, Kate Connor and Toni Willis.

10. Linda Liebert and Meg Lavino.

11. Vendors Julie Schmidt and Erica Logar  displayed items for sale during the Girls Night Out Trunk Show.

1. On Wednesday, October 30, 2019 Philadelphia Hospitality honored Frank Giordano, President & CEO of the Philly POPS, Romona Riscoe Benson, Director of Corporate and Community Relations at PECO and James Cuorato, President & CEO of the Independence Visitor Center Corporation at the 2019 Vision Gala held at the Union League. Their efforts have contributed to positioning the region as a year-round destination resulting in continued economic development. Philadelphia Hospitality, a private non-profit organization was created nearly four decades ago by civic leaders who recognized that the region had a wealth of art, cultural and historical assets. The intention then, and to this day, is to attract cultural, corporate and professional groups to experience its world-class treasures. Our strategy, aimed at regional economic growth through tourism, is to increase multi-day hotel stays, restaurant and attraction bookings. Philadelphia Hospitality has evolved into a full-service tour operator with a focus on creating personalized itineraries, offering behind-the-scenes access and delivering firstrate
customer service.  Philadelphia City Councilmen Allan Domb and Mark Squilla (left and right) presented Frank Giordano, Romona Riscoe Benson and James Cuorato with Philadelphia City Council Citations during the event.

2.  Honoree Frank Giordano paused for a photo with his wife Dotty,  daughter-in-law Yasmina and son  John following the  City of Philadelphia’s presentation.

3. Mark Squilla, Romy Diaz Jr. Romona Riscoe Benson and her husband Herbert and Allan Domb paused for a photo after the presentation.

4. Honoree James Cuorato shared a moment with family members Nichole, Vincent and James 111.

5. Philadelphia Hospitality Board members Bill Mellix, Charles and Alice Dagit, Chris Perks and Board Chair John Kroll.

6. John Ventura, Ginny Susin and Denise Monahan.

7. Brad Weingart, Rick Ellis and Connor Gorman.

8. Joe Del Raso and Lynn Young,

9. Guy Aiman and Allan Domb.

10. Jim Campi, Scott Hummel and Scott Stephenson.

11. Philadelphia Hospitality Executive Director Mariska Bogle and her father, Robert Bogle, congratulated honoree Romona Riscoe Benson.

12. Philadelphia Youth Orchestra President Louis Scaglione, Union League President Charles Davidson and his wife Susan and past Union League President and Philadelphia Hospitality honoree Frank Giordano paused for a photo during the reception.

13. John and Yasmina Giordano and Frank and Dotty Giordano chatted with Joe Del Raso at the event.

14. Dan Templar, Jamelle Carter and Larry Cohen attended the event.

15. Honoree Romona Riscoe Benson paused for a photo with Jerry E. Rice Jr. and Sally and Bill Mifflin.

1. The 2019 Wistar Gala held on Saturday, November 2, 2019, honored the legacy of Fran Tobin with the Wistar Award and a celebration of scientific advances that will transform the future of human health. The event took place at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and featured cocktails, dinner and dessert with a golf and bridge theme! The Wistar Institute is a global leader in biomedic research with special expertise in cancer, immunology, infectious diseases and vaccine development. Gala co-chair Adele Schaeffer (third right) paused for a photo at the step and repeat with Joseph, Sara, David, Eli and Sharon Kestenbaum.

2. Jamie Fitzgerald and Adele Schaeffer.

3. David and Liz Anderson and Abe and Andi Morris.

4. Dr. Jerry Francesco and Eileen Mielcarek.

5. Elsie Roxas and Joe Grusemeyer.

6. Back row: Michael Buonanno, Steven Tobin, Eli Kestenbaum, Noah Tobin. Front row: Kati Sklut, Sienna Tobin, Lynne Tobin, Jacob Kestenbaum, David Kestenbaum and Janet Hild paused for a photo during the event.

7. Elyse Hoffmann, Lenore Steiner, Perry Lerner and Karen Barbarese.

8. Kati Sklut and Mike Buonanno and Debbie and David Jokelson.

9. Susan Charleston and Ellen Caplan.

10. Paulina, Jackie, Robert, Elyse and Eric Rugart.

11. John and Pamela Berman.

12. Andi Morris and Gerry and Judy Herman.

13. Yael Rhode and Ruth Horowitz.

14. Rob and Kristin Wonderling, Daryl Landgraf and Tricia Marts.

15. Karen Barnet, Sandy Edelstein, Nicole Schaeffer and Marta Adelson.

16. Ken Resnik, David Rode and Lisa Dykstra.

17. Steve Tobin and his daughter Sienna and Julian and Tina Krinsky.

18. Sue Dillon, Steve and Leticia Nadler and Rob and Shannon Klikowski.

19. Judi Lardner, Doreen Holmgren, Vickie Samuelson, Rita Johansson, Diana Therien, Lisa Hanrahan and Janice Terry.

29. Joseph Kestenbaum, the eveninh’s emcee, CBS-3’s Stephanie Stahl, and Adele Schaffer.

21. Maureen Murphy, Mary Bak and Jennifer Evans-Stacey.

22. Sienna and Steve Tobin.

23. Julian and Tina Krinsky, Garrett Snider, event co-chair Adele Schaeffer and her son Jim Schaeffer.

24. Shannon and Steve Reiss.

25. Stephanie Stahl and Sharon Kestenbaum shared a moment with the Flyers Wives and staff- Rita Johansson, Donna Ashbee, Vickie Samuelsson, Lisa Hanrahan, Diana Therien, Janice Terry and Doreen Holmgren.

1. The James Beard Foundation hosted a Gala Dinner at Fitler Club on Friday, November 1, 2019. The event began with a VIP reception with guests and award-winning Chefs including Host Chef Marc Vetri, Local All-Star Mike Solomonov and National All-Star Michelle Bernstein— and Co-Chairs including, Jeff Guaracino, CEO of Visit Philly, Ellen Yin, Founder of High Street Hospitality and many others. Following the VIP reception there was a silent auction, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres provided by local chefs and restauranteurs such as Spice Finch,
Sate Kampar, Talula’s Garden and The Love, and a.kitchen. The James Beard Foundation’s mission is to celebrate, nurture, and honor  chefs and other leaders making America’s food culture more delicious, diverse, and sustainable for everyone. Jill and Joses Garces paused for a photo with NBC10’s Jacqueline London and James Beard Award Winner Michael Solomonov.

2. NBC10’s Aunyea Lachelle interviewed Marc Vetri, Host Chef of the Fitler Club and Vetri Cucina.

3. Bowen & Company President David Bowen (left) paused for a photo with Neena Puri, Vicki Kerbeck and Chef Hope Cohen.

4. Billy Riddle and Jen Carroll of Spice Finch created samples from their menu for the dinner guests.

5, Visit Philly Chief Marketing Officer Neil Frauenglass, James Beard Foundation CFO Jodi Waterman and James Beard Foundation CEO Kris Moon chatted with Philadelphia City Representative Sheila Hess (second left) during the event.

6: Visit Philly’s Justin Pizzi chatted with Philadelphia Style’s Editor Kristin Detterline, Jimmy Contreras, public relations at the Ritz Carlton and Marisa Magnatta of WMMR.

7. Miles Carroll shared a moment with Luciano Spensierato of Gran Caffe L’Aquilla serving Rabbit Hole Bourbon.

8. Nigel Richards, David Benway and Chad Boonswang attended the gala dinner.

9. Federal Donuts Dessert Reception Chef Matthew Fein paused for a photo with Lauren Correa.

1. Mission Kids supporters attended a 2020 gala planning event held at the  home of Lindy Snider and Dr. Larry Kaiser on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Mission Kids is a nationally accredited Child Advocacy Center in Montgomery County. It eases the criminal justice process for abused children while helping them heal from abuse. Garrett Snider paused for a photo with Andrea Freundlich, Leslie Slingsby, Nancy Matt, Maripeg Bruder and Scott Brown. Garrett Snider will be honored at the Mission Possible 2020 Gala on April 3, 2020.

2. Reilly Jacobs, Trish Gorman and Abbie Newman.

3. Victoria Scheinfeld, Marianne Dean, Lou Scheinfeld and Debbie Kristoff,

4. Sandy and Jeffrey Brown and Susanna Lachs Adler.

5. Lindy Snider and Erika Jacobs.

6. Ed Baumstein, Garrett Snider, Greg Dodge and Meredith Siegle.

7. Sarah Llogoni, Grace Snider, Brendan TaliaFerro and Lily Snider.

8. Chris Berrettini, Pauline LaVan and Meredith Siegle.

9. Stephanie and Tom Chiacchio.

10. Mission Kids committee members discussed the 2020 gala during the cocktail party.

11. Garrett Snider, his mother Lindy Snider and Dr. Larry Kaiser paused for a photo during the event .

12. Montgomery. County District Attorney Kevin Steele chatted with Mission Kids Board Member Walt Hunter.

1. Stephen McCarthy,  Julia Brines and John Cairo of Strategic Funding Alternatives (SFA) were the featured speakers at the November 6, 2019 U.L.R.E. luncheon held at the Union League. Strategic Funding Alternatives, LLC. is a commercial real estate investment and management company based in Moorestown, New Jersey. SFA seeks to optimize overall investment performance through acquisitions with value-add capital improvement opportunities. A lively Q&A followed their presentation. U.L.R.E.luncheons take place on the first
Wednesday of every month and have a “member” spotlight with special guests speaking about current marketplace topics.

2. Andrew Whipple of Mortgage Whip, Julia Brines of SFA, Suzy Pratowski of Fidato Partners, Missy Dannehower of Wellls Fargo and Jamie Weiner of Delphi gathered for a photo.

3. U.L.R.E. chair Bill Pennewell chatted with Tony LePre.

4. David Blumenfeld of Cross Properties and Stu Goodman of Capstone Law.

5. Jeremy Lynch of Berkadia and John Cairo of SFA.

6. Julia Brines chatted with Monica Jindia of Commonwealth.

7. Stephanie Turzanski, chatted with Anne Marie Caruso, Frank Gallagher and Suzy Pratowski.

8. Tom Turnbach of TurnbachCo, LLC and Lee Zeplowitz of the Zeplowitz Group.

9. Stu Goodman of Capstone Law,  John Finley of OceanFirst Bank and Bill Lloyd of Moravian Street Advisors.

10. Bill Pennewell chatted with George Duffield.

1. The Butterfly Ball, Living Beyond Breast Cancer’s biggest annual fundraising event, brings together 600 people from Philadelphia, the surrounding areas and beyond. This inspirational evening has something for everyone: fabulous live and silent auctions; personal stories of the honorees; dessert and dancing with a live band; and a welcoming community of LBBC’s supporters. LBBC’s 2019 Butterfly
Ball took place on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel. The evening, began with cocktails and a live auction, followed by seated dinner and program and ended with a dessert buffet and dancing until midnight. Dr. Brannon Claytor and his wife Sarah and Nancy and Robert Phelan,  pictured LBBC’s CEO Jean Sachs (center),  co-chaired the Butterfly Ball.

2. The Donna Noce Colaco Going Beyond Award was presented to Jamil Rivers. Jamil Rivers and Roberta Albany paused for a photo during the reception.

3. Jake and Michelle Bevan and Megan and Matt Rutt chatted with LBBC’s CEO Jean Sachs (center).

4. Jonda Mandarano and Lena Huelman.

5. Chris Drucquer and his wife, Andrea Fanfaro Drucquer, were pictured with a Sarah Claytor and Dr. Brannon Claytor.

6. Mary Van Praag pictured with her husband Greg, served as the honorary chair.

7. Andi and Abe Morris attended the event.

8. Teresa Kohl, Kyle Crouthamel and Haley Sav.

9. Robert and Lauren Stiles, Abby and Drew Elletson and Becky and Mark Farnsworth.

10. Denise and Ilona Partner and Dana Donofree.

11. Jeff Conn and Leslie Gross-Padilla.

12. Sarah Claytor and Dr. Brannon Claytor and Andi and Abe Morris.

13. Jessica Rabinowitz, Jake Webster, Annie McDonald and Anna Mollen.

14. Jean Ward, Susan and Marty Swanson, Will Swanson and Denise Giacco. The Donna Noce Colaco Going Beyond Award was also presented to Susan Swanson (second left).

1. Sanctuary Med Spa and Salon, located at 1712 E. Lancaster Ave. in Paoli, hosted a grand opening night on Thursday, November 7, 2019. Guests sampled bubbles and bites as explored the spa. Sanctuary Med Spa and Salon provides a more intimate and private spa experience. They combine long-term experience with customized programs to provide individually personalized care and an integrated
approach to health that is reflective of decades of expertise in the spa and medical realm. Sanctuary Med Spa team members Ziba Gross, Lauren Davidson, Ronnie Drumheller, Robert LaTerra M.D., and Rebecca Sadeghipour paused for a photo with owner Phyllis Gambone (second right) during the grand opening night event.

2. Guets included Pan Terstappen, Maria Woodruff and Theresa Gable.

3. Rebecca Sadeghipour and Rebecca Patty.

4. Phyllis Gambone, Charisse Marie and Annmarie Barnett.

5. Area women business owners Doris Elofer, Deborah Van Cleve, Charisse Marie, Cecelia Rudman and Trez Pomilo attended the grand opening night.

6. Phyllis Gambone, Michelle Leonard and Julia Minakowski. 

7. Carol Koop and Karen Hawkins.

8. Carol Malin and Robert LaTerra M.D.

9, Karin Hencken, Phyllis Gambone, Julia Minakowski and Miriam Silva.

10. Julia Minakowski wore her Miss U.S.A. Ambassador sash, and Miriam Silva wore the Mrs. New Jersey sash as they paused for a photo with Phyllis Gambone who is the current Ms. America.

1. On Wednesday, November 6, 2019, Elissa Bloom, Executive Director of The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator hosted ”The Future of Fashion” a fashionable event at the legendary Joan Shepp boutique in Center City, Philadelphia. A group of amazing designers staged unique and inspiring styles and so much color, style, talent and inspiration was packed into one place.  The Fashion Incubator
at Macy’s Philadelphia offers such a tremendous opportunity for success to these creative designers! These fashions define the future of Philadelphia style! Check out the exemplary wearable art emerging from the students at the Philadelphia Fashion Incubator … Philly is clearly making a statement in Style! Philadelphia Fashion Incubator’s mission is to nurture emerging fashion entrepreneurs
from Philadelphia design schools and the local fashion community. Michelle Shannon and Elissa Bloom welcomed Philadelphia Representative Sheila Hess to the Fashion Incubator event.

2. Stephanie Scheuermann and Bianca Robinson modeled clothing throughout the event.

3. Farrah Farag and Sarah Frank enjoyed the fashion show.

4. Jenna Smith, Cheldini Rumer and Sailor Anderson paused for a photo with designer Prajê Oscar (second left) during the Fashion Incubator event.

5. Tuesday Gordon, Joan Shepp and Elaine Chakov were pictured during the fashion show.

6. Tachiana Lewis wore one of Conrad Booker’s unique creations.

7. Stephanie Boyd and Kelly Lee Conrad attended the event.

8. Holly Meng, Margaret Hughes and Elissa Bloom paused for a photo with Suku Massimo.

9. Ana Fernandez-Parret, Angel Padulo, Rachel Black and Valori Zazlow attended the fashionable show.

11. Cathleen Helmuth, Sheila Hess, Dee Lynam, Michelle Leonard and Stephanie Fulford were pictured at the event. Cathleen Helmuth’s team from AME Salon and Spa were thrilled to be the hair and makeup sponsor for the event.

12. Elissa Bloom congratulated all the designers that took part in the Philadelphia Fashion Incubator at the end of the evening!.

1. The 9th annual Notable Kitchen Tour & Chef Showcase took place on Thursday, November 7, 2019. The Main Line Committee for The Philadelphia Orchestra presented this exciting tour of some of the Main Line’s newest and unique kitchens for the benefit of The Philadelphia Orchestra. The self-guided tour featured Main Line homes where each of the kitchens featured a cooking demonstration by a
“notable” chef and taste-testing samples available for all visitors. Floral designs and unique table settings by local retailers were also presented in each home. The Main Line Committee is one of the volunteer committees dedicated to supporting the work of The Philadelphia Orchestra. The Orchestra annually touches the lives of more than one million music lovers worldwide through its performances, publications, recordings, and broadcasts.  Kountry Kraft Designer/Sales Representative Shawn Preis and builder Chip Vaughan joined  Feast Your Eyes team members, Lynne Buonno, Hannah Schwartz, Pol Duffy and Sheila McFadden, who provided culinary treats to tourgoers in this kitchen in Wayne.

2. Kitchen Tour guides Lucy Long and Lisa Yakulis welcomed tourgoers to this lovely home.

3. Chef David Iocabucci and Key Fox of Aneu Caterings offered samples from Aneu’s menu.

4. Joe Stauffer, who designed the kitchen at this Villanova home, paused for a photo with volunteer committee member Ellen Epps and property manager George Metzler.

5. Tourgoers Andrea Fanfera Drucquer and Kim Wright enjoyed the event.

6. Barbara Rogers, DeeDee Heyward, Colleen McCauley and Eleanor Peterson were pictured on their way to another fabulous kitchen on the Notable Kitchen Tour .

7. Florence Maloumian and the newly engaged couple, Heather Maloumian and Michael Jenkins, enjoyed the  kitchen tour and chef’s tastings.

8. Tourgoers Amanda Swope Joos and Joy Brown tried out a game of scrabble at one of the homes on the Notable Kitchen Tour.

9. Main Line Committee member Diane Rotwitt and Philadelphia Orchestra staff member Dorothy Byrne led guests to the kitchen of this lovely home.

10. Justin Weathers and Joe Monnich provided samples of food from The Bercy, their Ardmore restaurant.  Volunteers Mary Eldridge and Laura Gellrich joined them in the photo op.

11. Tourgoers Ulla Sipila, Katri Troikka and Biergit Hettenrott chatted with tour guide Deborah Ledley (second right).

12. Philadelphia Orchestra staff members Erin Sammis and Nicholas Walls came out to visit the homes and kitchens on the tour. They were pictured with volunteer Wendy Mauchly.

1. On Tuesday, November 12, 2019 Cardinal Chibly Langlois of Les Cayes, Haiti received a welcome from Lisa Silveri and many of her clients and friends during a private reception at The Pyramid Club of Philadelphia. Cardinal Langlois is known for his tireless work with youth and as an advocate for people who never forgets his own impoverished childhood. Mae Hadfield, broadcasting legend Trudy Haynes and Angelina Perryman paused for a photo with Cardinal Langlois at the reception held in his honor.

2. Charlie Peterson chatted with Lisa Silveri.

3. Father Yvans (center) paused for a photo with Schultes family members during the reception.

4, Timothy Danaher O.P, (left) attended the reception, He was pictured with Bill Pennewell, Cardinal Langlois and Father Yvans.

5. Msgr Michael Mannion and Dr. Jerry Francesca chatted with Cardinal Langlois.

6. Mike Michalak and James Plouses.

7. Dave Stavetski, Lisa Silveri, Tim Conley, Timothy Danaher O.P. and Bruce Seidman.

8, Tim Conrey, John Finley, Msg. Michael Mannion, Scott and Kathy Woodside and Louis Papa.

Set to open in early 2020, White Dog Cafe, Glen Mills will offer award-wining contemporary American Cuisine made with local, seasonal and sustainably raised ingredients, as well as a unique dog inspired décor.White Dog Cafe Glen Mills is offering the public the opportunity to immortalize their favorite pup with a personalized painting that will hang in the restaurant.

Artist Jay McClellan is offering 38 custom paintings, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit both Brandywine Valley SPCA and Alpha Bravo Canine, which provides service dogs free of charge to former military with PTSD. McClellan’s sentimental and decorative works cover the walls at White Dog Cafe Haverford and at White Dog University City. His paintings juxtapose bold colors with graphic patterns and unique designs. In addition to the custom painting that will hang at White Dog Glen Mills, McClellan will give those that purchase the paintings the original drawing of the painting (a $250 value) and a small brass plate with the dog’s name and hometown will hang on the wall besides each commissioned work. McClellan is donating half the fee of each of the paintings to Brandywine Valley SPCA and Alpha Bravo Canine.

Known for warm hospitality and creative, inspiring cuisine, White Dog Cafe Glen Mills is the fourth White Dog Cafe location and will serve the Chadds Ford, Glen Mills area and surrounding neighborhoods, continuing their long history and business practices of using environmentally sustainable, humanely raised animals and local foods from farms within 50 miles.

White Dog Cafe, part of Fearless Restaurants, currently has locations in Haverford, Wayne and in University City. The White Dog Cafe features local, seasonal, organic, sustainable menus. Each location features warm and welcoming dog-inspired décor. White Dog Cafe founded in 1983 was a pioneer in the farm to table movement and continues to provide their local neighborhoods,and guests a unique dining experience.

Fearless Restaurants is an expanding collection of restaurants featuring engaging décor, inspired hospitality, creative menus and a dining experience that allures all of the senses. Led by restaurateur Marty Grims and his daughter Sydney Grims, Fearless Restaurants
creates neighborhood favorites that become a destination for dining. For more information about Fearless Restaurants, contact Jaimi Blackburn at 610.220.3231 or jblackburn@fearlessrestaurants.com

1. Surrey Services held its second annual fashion show and luncheon on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at Merion Cricket Club.  Louella Boutique of Wayne, Bryn Mawr, Malvern and Avalon provided the clothing for the fashion show.   There was also the opportunity to buy or browse with Louella and other local businesses. Surrey Services for Seniors’ mission is to help older adults to live at home with independence and dignity and to continue as engaged members of the community. Surrey Services for Seniors’ mission is to help older adults to live at home with independence and dignity and to continue as engaged embers of the community. Surrey provides critical services to seniors including home-delivered meals, transportation, in home services and activities at its
four centers located in Chester and Delaware counties.  Committee chairs Jean Kozicki and Nancy Crawford were pictured with Bob Madonna, Surrey’s President and CEO.

2. Model Sandra Yodesky and Maria Delany. owner of Louella’s boutiques. paused for a photo before the fashion show began.

3. Guests included Mary and Frank Tatnall and Joan Prewitt.

4. Laura Wagoner enjoyed a touch-up by Dior make-up artist Vitoria Gallelli.

5.  Jernise Ayers and Kim Wright of Nothing Bundt Cakes tempted luncheon guests with mini-cake samples!

6. Committee members Jean Kozichi, Monika Krug, Mo McTamney, Mary DelVacchio, Maureen Cislo, Mary Hodge and Nancy Crawford paused for a photo during the event.

7. Diana Shank and Maren Levine attended the luncheon and fashion show.

8. Stacy, Luanne and Sue Scott.

9. Ruth, Sue, Luanne, Stacie, and Sondra Scott, Mateo Portonova and Joan Scott all Scott family members, gathered for a family photo at the event.

10. Paula Baptiste and Joe Manzo brought  Neiman Marcus style to the luncheon.

12. Guests included Barbara Clair and Pat McNally.

13.  Amy Obritz, Tina Fortebuono and Coleen Matey were among the vendors at the luncheon and fashion show.

14. Christina Wagoner and her daughter Laura Wagoner were pictured at the sold-out event.

1. An exclusive cocktail reception with Dr. Pauline Burgener took place at the Spa at The Four Seasons Hotel, Philadelphia on Thursday, November 14. Guests learned how the healing powers of crystals were harnessed with the bespoke anti-pollution line curated by Dr. Burgener Switzerland for the Four Seasons Hotel, Philadelphia. The event was hosted in the hotel’s Presidential Suite. The Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center is located atop a 60-storey landmark by architect Lord Norman Foster. The hotel provides an unparalleled experience. Comcast Senior Vice President Karen Buchholz paused for a photo with Dr. Pauline Burgener.

2. Karen Buchholz, Dr. Pauline Burgener and Nicole Miller’s Mary Dougherty.

3. Janice Wright Waitkus of Lagos chatted with Olivia Falcione, Publisher Modern Luxury Weddings,  Four Seasons Director of Marketing,Tori Boos, General Manager Ben Shank and Jen Su.

4. Dani Maiale and Susan Payne.

5. Jenny Woo and Jillian Dunn.

6. Janice Wright Waitkus, Ben Shank and Doreen Creed.

7. Jenny Woo, Mary Dougherty, Jillian Dunn and Erin Elmore.

8. Michelle and Joseph Flood.

9. Natalie Foglietta and Erin Elmore.

10. Claudine Saab, Joyce Mamani and Elizabeth Henry.

1. CureDuchenne’s annual event to raise funds for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy took place at the Bellevue Hotel in Philadelphia on Saturday, November 16, 2019. It’s a night when Philadelphians and area residents come together to make a huge difference for the thousands of boys suffering from fatal Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. This celebration and fundraiser brings together notable VIP’s, business and community leaders of Philadelphia. The event featured cocktails, wines and delicious gourmet foods with music and a sit down dinner. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy causes muscle degeneration that impacts one in every 3,500 boys. Boys are usually diagnosed by age five, lose their ability to walk by age 12 and most don’t survive their mid-20s. The disorder knows no ethnic or social boundaries. Research funded by CureDuchenne is providing real hope to improve and save lives of those with Duchenne. CureDuchenne  committee members gathered for a photo at the cocktail reception.

2. Jasmine and Sonal Gambhir and Hansa Shah were pictured with Yuva Gambhir

3. Eric Mita, Meredith Coburn, Caitlin Kenefick and Paul and Debra Miller attended the event.

4. Meg Wood, Tom Smith, Sonal Gambhir and Alena Smith.

6. Jasmine, Yuva, Manu and Sonal Gambhir.

7. Manu and Sonal Gambhir

8. Miya Choi and Nyla Koncurat

9. Shannon Crotty, Annie Ramadan and Bill and Tracy Kornberg.

10. Dana Band, Jessica Daly and Stacy Douberly

11. Thayne Dibble and Kelly Otte

12. Jason Stanley, Laura Picciano, Tom Farnese, Catherine Adams, Charlotte Smith, Wick McIlvain, Lily Williams, Peter Angilodes, Audrey Uhr and E.J. Spofford.

9. Elaine and Iain Fitzpatrick and Paul and Elisabeth Roland.

14. Jesse and Becca Randell and Trevor Moran and Aubrey Feeley.

15. Neelu Agruwal, Deven Roychowdhury, Swati Lele and Elina and Sud Roychowdhury paused for a photo with Yuva Gambhir

16, Megan Weiss, Ben Grobman, Tyler Hopp, Angela Calvanese, Ben Oller, Matthew Milano, Dana Oller and Gaurav Gambhir

17. Madison and Melissa Leonard chatted with Marc Oppenheimer of Parx Casino, a major event sponsor.

18. John Bolaris and Jennifer Ashley

19. Jen Sherlock and Megan Parkhill

20. Councilman Allan Domb was pictured arriving at the event.