December 6, 2012
The Philadelphia Orchestra is planning a stellar evening to celebrate the 156th Anniversary of the Academy of Music on Saturday, January 26. None other than internationally acclaimed actor (and noted Philadelphia Union fan) Hugh Jackman will be joining the orchestra’s much-awaited brand new Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin to lead the acclaimed ensemble in a magical [...]
Read more»November 29, 2012
The Free Library’s Borrowers’ Ball and Raven Society Black Tie Holiday Fête will take place this Saturday, December 1. At the smashingest literary party of the year, the Borrowers’ Ball, guests will enjoy a full open bar, dinner by Brulee Catering and dancing beginning at 7 p.m. Plus, the knowledge that they’re contributing to one [...]
Read more»August 15, 2012
Mark your calendars for a night to remember at Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (PMG). On Saturday, September 22, 2012 from 6-10 p.m. PMG is hosting its 2012 Annual Gala “Magic Beyond the Gardens.” The evening will feature the speakeasy sounds of The Hot Club Philly Gypsy Jazz Band, along with sideshow performances by Outlaw Cirkus and [...]
Read more»February 22, 2012
The Young Friends of the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s annual winter gala is set for this Saturday, February 25. The event will feature the museum’s hit exhibition Van Gogh Up Close, which features the artist’s later, more impressionistic and “close-up” work. You can mix, mingle and enjoy world-class art, sip signature cocktails and take your [...]
Read more»February 21, 2012
This Saturday, February 25, show your support for Reading Terminal Market at its annual fundraiser, “Valentine to the Market.” You’ll be treated to dining, dancing, drinks, two stages of live entertainment and appearances by famous Philly guests. Tickets are available for an additional $175 for a special VIP pre-party event starting at 7 p.m. featuring cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a celeb chef cook-off. This year marks Reading Terminal’s 120th Anniversary, so join your fellow food enthusiasts as they help to keep this phenomenal space running for another 120 years. [Valentine to the Market]
November 2, 2011
11th Hour Theater Company is marking the once-in-a-lifetime date 11/11/11, just around the corner, with an 11-hour-long gala event. The theater has joined forces with the Philadelphia Veterans Multi-Service Education Center, the Make-A-Wish Foundation and a group of top-notch local performers. The celebration begins with The Magic of Theater at 9 a.m., at the Caplan [...]
Read more»September 14, 2011
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens is hosting its annual “Magic Beyond The Gardens” gala this weekend, September 17, and you’re invited. The event, a fundraiser for the beloved mosaic haven on South Street, features live music by the Divine Hand Ensemble, dance performances by the Indonesian Cultural Club, beats by DJ Ginkgo and special sideshow performers roaming [...]
Read more»March 1, 2011
Time to remove the lab coats and don the masks. The 3rd Annual Mütter Ball, on Friday, March 11, will celebrate the 200th birthday of Dr. Thomas Dent Mütter, the generous benefactor and namesake of the disturbingly informative Philadelphia landmark. The 21+ masquerade ball will feature live music, a DJ, hors d’oeuvres, marvelous costumes, beer [...]
Read more»February 2, 2011
The National Association of Asian American Professionals’ first annual Jade Gala takes place this Friday, February 4th, 6:30-10 p.m. at the Philadelphia Loews Hotel in the Millennium Ballroom. Benefiting the NAAAP Philadelphia Scholarship Program and celebrating the Lunar New Year, the gala offers Asian-focused culinary samplings from over 25 popular restaurants in Philadelphia, including Susanna [...]
Read more»May 6, 2009
Post by Max McCormack The Fishtown Collective is a new warehouse-turned art venue opening on May 9th. Their kick-off event begins at 7:00 P.M. with a gallery featuring the best and the brightest from the visual arts scene. The gallery, under the art directorship of Kat O’Brien boasts over 10 different artists in mediums from [...]
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