From lively tailgates, elegant hats, Derby dress and galloping thoroughbreds, the Radnor Hunt Races brought together timeless tradition, tailgate parties, and steeplechase excitement. At its heart, race day is about more than just the finish line—it’s about “Racing for Open Space.”
For 45 years, the Radnor Hunt Races has proudly supported the Brandywine Conservancy’s mission by raising funds and awareness for its open space preservation and clean water initiatives. In a time when the benefits of nature are more evident than ever, your continued support plays a vital role in protecting these precious resources. By taking part in the Races, you help safeguard open space and ensure a healthier, greener future for generations to come.
Sarah Giordano, Erin Malikaoski, Katie Skog and Jen Skog
This year’s weather was ideal, after the few years of clouds, rain and downright chilly. Chilly it was not. The smarter of the men ventured out without their suit jackets. I was not that smart and was sooo hot! But look how cool this set up was.
Michele Carney, Richard Gere, Marianne Gere and Dawn MichettiRichard Gere’s TableA parade of The Derby Dressed coming from the shopping area. It’s there where you could buy boots or the fanciest of derby hats and bow ties.The Cross/Frick Party, or as I like to call them my OG Friends. Folks I’ve known since nearly the beginning of PhillyChitChat. Hosted by Alissa and Tony Frick (who had a great party Friday night at their new barn, to support Fred’s Footsteps), and Ben Cross with lovely wife Rosemary Connors. Rosemary is in the news today – The Phila Business Journal. She left NBC10 last fall, The longtime anchor and reporter chose to leave the media world behind when her contract expired last fall to start her own business, Rosette Specialty Trades. – Congrats!! I always find out a little nugget when I go to this event. One year she was having a baby, the next year she was leaving NBC10 and now she told me about her new business, which is highly successful. (See Dad I can keep a secret.) It was great to see the Mole Street Boys, Brendan and Brian. Plus the Grindy’s and my longtime bestie girl Erin Como, who left NBC10 nearly 15 years ago to Nashville (I visited her), and then to DC 12 years ago * I haven’t visited her, bad me. Scott Dalesandro, executive chef at The Racquet Club of Philadelphia and Nicholas Pitt, GM of The Racquet Club
I don’t think I got one photo of the horses running, which is nearly typical of me as I am paying attention to the guests.
The Mainliners at the Main Line Today Party: Jennifer Lynn Robinson, Nina Castillo, Jen Su, Nicolette Brycki, Marcia Vanessa Williams, Jaimi Blackburn and Afea TuckerGeorge Coates, Annetta Cortes, Cara Saxe, Kathleen Lambert and Joseph Cortese enjoying what I think it the best tent on site, right outside the clubhouse, at the top of the hill with unobstructed views.
A great day was had by all, but I had to leave at 3PM as I was melting… look for more photos in an upcoming Philly Style Magazine column. Until then…
