Month: February 2010

Last month Cori Moscow told me that Gov Rendell was going to donate 4 suits to an organization called Menzfit and wanted to know if I would like to cover it. As most of you know I am a huge supporter of The Career Wardrobe, which dresses undeserved women entering the workforce. Menzfit is the same concept by from a man’s perspective. A shot from this 10 minute shoot appeared in the Inquirer and that is icing on the cake for me when I can get something as special as a small charity like this greater exposure.
This past month Menzfit had a “Happy Hour Suit Drive”, to benefit the organization. It was held at one of my favorite steakhouses in the City, Union Trust 717 Chestnut Street. (OK who am I kidding, I love every steak I eat no matter where I get it.)
Lena P Crawford and Alma V Childs man the check in table and manage the suits.
The turnout for the early evening shindig was impressive, and the upstairs bar area packed. Great for the event, not so hot for me trying to get decent shots, but this one seemed to come out just fine. Robyn Sussman, Jhanna Lee and Brian Lipstein, president and CEO of Henry A. Davidsen
Hy Goldberg and Union Trust co-owner Ed Doherty
Jacquie Shultz, Michele Baymar and Susan Scovill. Susan Scovill is a well seasoned social photographer working as the Social Editor for the Suburban and Wayne Times. Unfortunately for us newspapers are shrinking and the first section they cut are the “going out sections” as I well know since the Philadelphia Metro cut my column a year ago. Anyway not one to rest on her laurels Susan Scovill took her classy self and camera to some of societies most elegant parties and started a social column of her own last spring called “Susan Scovill on the Main Line.” I enjoy watching her work and admire her work greatly as she is one of the grande dames of Social World and covers it was grace.
John White and Janna Lee. About a year ago I met these two as they attended a charity benefit for Magee Rehabilitation at the Sheet metals Hall on Delaware Ave. It was there first date, and here we are a year later and they’re married. Actually they got married 3 months after meeting, eloped even. Yes their parents are finally talking to them again. (I have to look for the photo of the two of them as a keepsake. Now a photo like that I don’t mind taking the time out of my life to look for, that’s special)
Shariff
Meg Jones and Duncan Lloyd
David Statvetski, Mila Narcisr, Maria Dipietro and Garrett Miller
I’m not the only one donating my time to this worthy cause, guests donated a suit or other professional men’s attire and enjoyed complimentary Blue Coat cocktails, butlered hors d’oeuvres and samplings from Union Trust’s new dessert menu. I had a few sodas.Shelli and John Katrina, Katina Consulting
Mereille Najim, Jeff Gould, Meesha Miller and Nigel Richards
Job hunting is extremely challenging for most people. However, it is more demanding when a job applicant lacks confidence, or is unable to present what is considered an acceptable business image for employment. Employers often make judgments about a candidate in seconds, and appearance plays a major role in securing employment.
For many men who may be experiencing unemployment issues, MenzFit is available for their rescue. Located in both Washington DC and Philadelphia, PA, MenzFit is taking an active yet innovative role in assisting the underserved population especially in this increasingly competitive job market. Rhonda E. Willingham, the President and Founder of MenzFit, started this unique program to help men get jobs and become self-sufficient.

The Sporting Club at the Bellevue celebrating it’s 21st Birthday on Janurary 21, 2010. The party was a resounding success with well dressed peeps, mostly members of the Club and the well healed of Philadelphia rubbing elbow to elbow, especially in the hallway where the food lay in wait. There were several bars in the narrow hallway, and a strategically placed one in center court on the basket ball court. It was my understanding that this was the first time they held a party in this room, I felt guilty walking on the floor and suggested to a few people that maybe we should remove our shoes. They assured me the floor would be fine. The Sporting Club is part of The Bellevue complex which includes the Park Hyatt Philadelphia, restaurants XIX and The Palm, and exclusive shops such as Tiffany & Co.,

Nicole Miller, Williams-Sonoma, Origins and Teuscher Chocolates as well as offices for the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, Tierney Company and Pennsylvania Realty Investment Trust. It’s a great place to work out, dine, shop and stay right in the heart of Philadelphia’s downtown.
Tim Rubin with Bellevue owners Ron Rubin and brother George Rubin.
Elizabeth Capelin, Robert Sitoski and Eileen Alleurt
Thanks to the sponsors and donors for the silent auction including Union Trust, Apple, XIX and Del Frisco’s
Dawn Reilly, Denee Doyle and Gerri Miller represent Jacquin’s Liquor which was the premier liquor served in the VIP Philadelphia Style Magazine Room.
Phila Style Magazine Publisher and now he’s adding Washington DC’s Capitol to his resume, John Colabelli. I hear he will moving his operations down there and running both magazines from that office, but he’s not disappearing for good as he will be here two or three times a week; with Sabrina Tamburino Thorne who’s jetting down to Jamaica this weekend for a destination wedding.

Keeping guard of the VIP Room are Amy Stratton Asst. GM and Clif Johnson, boxing coach.
Melinda on Yelp says: This is the Ritz of the Philadelphia gyms. Basketball court, pool, squash, a boxing area, ballet room, several group fitness rooms, a yoga studio, an indoor track, a large workout floor with state-of-the-art machines, a fleet of treadmills, each with their own television.
21 of the prized blue Tiffany & Co. boxes, filled with $2,100 worth of prizes, were offered as raffle prizes. (Thanks to Inside The Bellevue for this shot & the red Carpet)
Photographer Dori Calhoun, Natalie Danpriman and Robin Silverberg
Hacina Saadi, Jessica Concannon, and Courtney will no doubt be heading to the hottest party in Philadelphia The Wing Bowl at the Wachovia Center on Friday 2/5/10; In addition to the 2nd Year Anniversary of the G Lounge. It’s a 2 night event on Friday, February 5th and Saturday, February 6th. Both nights are sponsored by Playboy Energy Drink and Azunia Tequila. On Saturday Night they are having a Pajama Party hosted by 2008 Playboy Playmate of the Year and star of “The Hills” Jayde Nicole.
PR Guy Peter Breslow, with Breanne Metz, Michael Botte and Tracy Fauntleroy, Brand, Communications, Marketing (Consultant) at TEF IncA student Melanie Fullard from the “Students Run Philly Style” organization which promotes fitness and education for children and teens gave an emotional testimonial as Tiffany Bucciarelli, General Manager Sporting Club next to the new DA Seth Williams.
Cheers to The Sporting Club’s 21 Years and to the next 21 Years of keeping folks fit.I later headed down to the PAWS Fashion Show & Fundraiser at Trust. That even as you will recall was also nicely attended. BUT seriously folks, please don’t keep your parties a secret from me or my PhillyChitChat calendar. Can’t we all get along and post these events in a more timely fashion by sending me your press release 6 months in advance. That way if someone wants to have a party on your date, they can check the calendar for a conflict. The Calendar is for the most part is only for charity events, large gatherings of Philly peeps & celeb attending shin digs.

MAYOR NUTTER, MURAL ARTS TO ANNOUNCE GATEWAY PROJECT AT PHILADELPHIA
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Mayor Nutter, Deputy Mayor Cutler, and the Mural Arts Program will announce How Philly Moves, a project that will create an extraordinary and vibrant new work of public art on the Airport’s parking decks facing Interstate 95. The artwork will feature local Philadelphia dancers against a rich field of black, illustrating the city’s vibrant and diverse culture. (My friend David Persica [yellow shirt] is one of the dancers that will be depicted in the mural. Congratulations David!!)The City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program is pleased to announce How Philly Moves, a project that will place an extraordinary and vibrant new work of community-based public art on the parking decks facing Interstate 95 at the Philadelphia International Airport. The nearly 50,000 square foot mural, incorporating the photographic work of and designed by artist Jacques-Jean “JJ” Tiziou, will be produced over the next 18 months and is scheduled to be dedicated in June 2011. The project, developed in cooperation with the City of Philadelphia Office on Transportation and Utilities, will employ 35 artists and individuals in various Mural Arts Program workforce development and re-entry initiatives.

Saturday Snow Photos
I love this shot I took with my phone
Issaiah Zagar’s Magical Glass Garden on South Street
Don’t complain about your job…
One of my favorite buildings in the City
Cafe Ole in Old City must have a heater under it’s sidewalk

Elfreth’s Alley
It will just be a matter of time before the Headhouse Farmer’s Market sets up shop
IM Pei’s Society Towers


Interesting house in Atlantic County
Ocean City Boardwalk. My parents had a house in Stone Harbor for most of my life and it rarely snowed down the shore, so when I heard that the shore got more snow than us I zipped down there to get a few shots.
Visiting with my nieces and brother-in-laws in Somers Point, NJ
I love the beach in every season
Ocean City lost a lot of beach from the November Nor’Easter. These pilings were completely covered by sand before the storm.
Before long you might be using your iron on Jaws
but I’m not placing my bets on either the Ground Hog or these folks to predict when Spring is to arrive
but I can predict that I will be traveling to summer in about 12 days.

for a week.

I know more than a few dozen of you write me or leave me comments about Mike. “Where’s Mike?”, “You always leave Mike at home.” So excited I finally did an event that Mike was excited about and you will be too The 2010 Philadelphia Auto Show . Last Friday we went to the Black Tie 2010 Philadelphia Car Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Mike did a little car shopping too, and that is definitely one of the great aspects of attending the show having all these fine cars under one roof. I told him I would have to accept ads on my blog to buy this baby.
(& fine people on the Black Tie Tailgate Party on Friday) Tony Piazza and Rachel Davidson. Tony knows a few things about cars as his family’s business The Piazza Auto Group.
“This is the 108th Philadelphia Auto Show and we are particularly thrilled with the caliber of this year’s event,” said Dominic M. Conicelli, chairman of the 2010 Philadelphia International Auto Show and president of Conicelli Autoplex. “It’s no secret that 2009 was a historic year for the automotive industry, and auto shows across the country were faced with new challenges. However, to our satisfaction and delight, we are ecstatic to deliver another world-class auto show to the city of Philadelphia. Nearly every manufacturer will be back on the display floor and new features will also be present!” DUB Magazine, the premier publication of the urban automotive lifestyle, will host a 35,000 square-foot display at this year’s Philadelphia International Auto Show where it will present DUB Live! Last year’s DUB exhibit was so popular with Auto Show attendees that show producers (the Automobile Dealers Association of Greater Philadelphia) have doubled the scope and size of DUB Live! at this year’s event. Delicious food was served by Stephen Starr Events and Aramark. Can I just say the Aramark roast beef and edamame noodles were outstanding!!!
Sen Larry Farnesse and Anthony V. Mannino, Farnesse Chef of Staff.
Let’s go surfin’ now
Everybody’s learning how
Come on and safari with me
(Come on and safari with…)
Scott Boegly, Eddie Bernstein, Michael Hammond, Internet Marketing Manager at Conicelli Autoplex. Check out the blog that Michael writes here and Jonathan Hammond.
Jessica Brubaker and Nick Halbherr, Lincoln MKS
Paul Glanzmann, Margaret Glanzmann, Ray & Ada Glanzmann and Rose Marie Seddon, Glanzmann Subaru in Jenkintown, PA treats the needs of each individual customer with paramount concern. We know that you have high expectations, and as a car dealer we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards. Allow us to demonstrate our commitment to excellence! (215)885-8282. (FTC disclosure this is my auto dealer, so I’m not an idiot here’s some free advertising, lease is up in November, see you then – LOL)Another good looking family and so fun to talk to: Simran Ahluwalia, Shabani Ahluwalia, Jolly Ahluwalia, Gumeet Ahluwalia
Dave and Jennifer Dawson with Eric Cline and Mitch Reading
2010 SHOW DATES January 30 – February 7, 2010
SHOW HOURS Saturdays – 9 AM – 10 PM
Sunday 1/31 – 9 AM – 8 PM
Weekdays (Mon. – Fri.) – 12 NOON – 10 PM
Sunday 2/7 – 9 AM – 6 PM

SHOW LOCATION

The Pennsylvania Convention Center (PCC)
1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia PA 19107

TICKET PRICES $6 – $10

One dollar of every ticket sold will be donated to The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia through the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation.
Steve Thorne and Collette Gaberiel
From 9 TO 11:30 PM guests were to Finish off the evening with a dessert and dancing party in the Grand Hall featuring luxury automobiles from Lexus and Mercedes-Benz and in the Ballroom with Audi of America. Entertainment By: Eddie Bruce Music and had the choice of walking to the Grand Hall or riding in a golf cart. Well I knew I would be having a few snacks so I walked. There in the center is Brian Tierney, CEO of the Philadelphia Media Holdings.
TICKETS TO BLACK TIE TAILGATE START AT $200 EACH
Your ticket purchase supports The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia through the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation, and is partially tax-deductible. Proceeds support the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation’s $2 million pledge for construction and maintenance of the Patient Welcome Center in the Pediatric Ambulatory Care Center at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. I love this shot of the kid in the drivers seat. (my apologies to the two girls in the Cube car. I thought about it and wasn’t comfortable posting your pixs as you were under 16 yrs old.)
Sorry I couldn’t fit every one’s photos on this entry, and I don’t send them out. I hope to see you at another event and promise the next time you will be on. read on…
Sean McDannell, Lena Corica and Ryan Trifiletti. Sean loved posing with Philebrities Adam Joseph and Karen Rogers, and thought Lena looked hot in her dress.
Chuck Peruto and Philly.com’s Marnie Hall. Looking forward to Chuck’s interview on her show this week (Yikes heart on his sleve alert he announces on the Marnie Hall show that he is looking for a girlfriend, Marnie are you single?) Check out Marnie Hall’s piece on the Philly Car Show, she did far better in finding the celebs than I did. I lingered downstairs for too long among the average man’s car and she was up near the RR, Masaratti & Ferrarri’s where I guess the wealthy dogs hang.
Ahhh my new BFF’s who I just met at Hair O’ Dog couple weeks back, BTW I’ve been listening to the CD they give out and it is off the hook. Get a copy it’s worth the ticket price. L – R Melissa McGillen, Jillian Gonzales and Kelly Murry. Kelly is going to be my new work out partner at Fusion Cross Training, cause god knows I need the incentive. (You’ll recall Kelly was a daily reader of PCC. Now if only I was straight, single and 10 years younger it would be a match made in heaven. BTW Jill & Kelly single, I will be reviewing their applications and weeding out DB’s)
Another great guy. Robert Mendelson, long time photographer for the Philadelphia Tribune. I really admire his people skills, he’s a real person, very helpful when I was starting out.)
Grace Flannigan and Maureen Huber make the social scene.
US Army Thomas Smith and Denise Smith.
Dan Pittaro, Bethann Platt and Michaelann Millrood, assistant online editor at Philadelphia magazine (Oy PhillyChitChat is mentioned in Philly Mag this month. You finally get to know the truth, I do this blog as a hobby and love doing it. It generates no money, the only advertisement I ever had on it was a charity one, but some how doing the layout I deleted it accidentally a few months ago. I will disclose that I have been fed more than a couples times, a few gift cards and a piggy bank once, but most of all I get to experience all these amazing events and then share them with you.)
I was excited that a few people mentioned to me that they had read the blog entry I did last year on this even and it encouraged them to attend, in addition some people told me it gave them an idea of what to expect and you know that is one of the top ten reasons why I do this blog. It’s to take the mystery out of what happens at an event, what to wear etc and to give you the confidence to show up and support the worthy causes I write about.
The 2010 Black Tie Tailgate Auto ShowBlack Tie Tailgate benefits The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia through the Auto Dealers CARing for Kids Foundation.