A gift of love for Sabrina & Steve (& Carol). Thanks for letting me cover your courtship.
Many PhillyChitChat readers already know Sabrina Tamburino is my “It Girl”, but she’s so much more. After meeting her, again, last year at a Philadelphia Style Party last fall we immediately clicked, I love shooting her and she opened up her life to me. She invited me into her life, to cover her, write about her, she introduced me to her friends, she brought me to the parties and to the clubs so I could meet the people who I would go on to photograph too, and now a year since their engagement I am recording record numbers. “Oct 2009 Views 90,915 Unique 79,403 “. (This shot was at a Larry Farnese Party. Lauren, Sabrina, Larry, Jimmy Maransky, Nadia Wright Maransky 2007) (Wedding Rehearsal pixs entry before this one)For months we’ve followed Steve & Sabrina. (2008)When they first got engaged I connected them with Michael Klein and there was a nice picture and mention in his column. We covered her engagement party, we were there for her BDay Party, and at the AP of the party Jamie Foxx was there. Got that photo national. Wedding Shower fun day at Liberty Two 57th Floor, watched her as her Bridesmaids saw their Nicole Miller dresses for the first time, then the two Day Bacherlorette party at the Chelsea & Dusk. And finally the anniversary of our year meeting, we celebrate the Philadelphia Social Wedding Event of year, and I’m there with a great big smile and a couple of tissues. (Not only does Kerbeck rent Rolls-Royce’s, but he drove the car too.)
Bridesmaids Steve’s Daughter Julie Thorne, Karen Ini, Tara, and Trisha Leigh Fisher
Mother Daughter, Sabrina Tamburino and Carol Tamburino. Recently I was interviewed on KYW news about my blog. Hadas Kuznit’s rightfully stated Sabrina is your Paris Hilton, her mom is in construction, like the Hilton’s are into hotels. I agree but said Sabrina doesn’t have a sex tape, which Sabrina later verified.
I got a little teary at this point. I love Carol too. In the same interview I said she’s my Auntie Mame. Although she’ll tell you I’m not always as agreeable as she likes. Otherwise I would be on a macrobiotic diet as well as other things…
Carol’s dress is made up of three dresses. She had them taken apart and made into one dress.Love this shot. A alice of Philly: Meryl Levitz Exec Director of GPTMC, Erin Elmore, Lindsay Kravitz, Gov Rendell & Judge Midge Rendell, Justin Wineburgh, Diane Johnson and Christian Dicicco.A few tears as the Carol gives her daughters hand over to Steve Thorne
Did I mention this wedding was covered by every medium but Television. There was 3 photographers from MK Photographer (who did an awesome job, with their very stealth ways. It’s often best to defer to the pro’s as they need to get those perfect shots., but I still saw some good photos already on Facebook. Sometimes people try and hire me for weddings, but I tell them get a professional, it’s an important day.) Carol hired a personal photographer to get those intimate shots of family on her whim, Patrick is like family and he listens well – LOL (inside joke w/Carol). There were also at least two videographers. This wedding is well documented.
First reading by Aunt Connie Stevens, “Like The Sun Rising in the Lord’s Heavens the beauty of a Virtuos Wife is The Radiance of Her Name.” Carol and Connie met when Carol worked at Palumbo’s and Connie was booked to sing there, back in the well girls never reveal that but it was in the heyday. Sabrina grew up with Connie’s daughter’s Joely and Tricia and both were in her wedding.
This is one of my fav photos with Steve straightening Sabs dress, knowing how important it is to lay right for the photos.Ann Catania and her team from Ten Pennies created a fairytale wedding for Sabrina & Steve, from the flowers, to the feathers to the jewels; Ann was able to capture everything that Sabrina ever imagine and so much more she told me. The guests were completely blown away having never seen such a sight as beautiful, bountiful as this. Makes me want to go to church all week just to enjoy the sight and smell.
I hear that Father Thomas Rossi had to remind Steve that he could kiss his bride. Steve made up for his tardiness and planted a long one on his bride. We did it, now when do we leave for the honeymoon to Bora, Bora & Fiji?
Then it was on to Swann Fountain for photos. It was at this point I ran to the Four Seasons to photograph the Yankee’s leave for the stadium.
Then around 5PM I ended up at Carol’s suit for noshing and a few behind the scenes photos. Here’s Steve with his pride and joy daughter, Julie Thorne.
Carol’s hairdresser Charles from 191 Presidential, touches her up. Carol is wearing her beautiful diamond earrings and necklace that were gifts from Steve and Sabrina.
I caught the bride relaxing, yes this is relaxing as you can’t lay down in your wedding dress until the night is over.
Cocktail Party

Instead of using place cards for your seat, their were note tags attached to Masquerade Masks for you to wear for this Halloween Wedding.
Christian DiCicco and Diane Johnson
Donna Massanova, Sharon Coia and Marie Zeigenfuse the closest of friends thru thick and thin. So lucky to get a bite of Sharon’s chocolate cookies in the suite upstairs.
Alex Chiaro, Consulente esterno On. and his lovely wife who’s name is on a note pad in my car.
Bridesmaid Carmelina Berardi. So adorable.
Connie Stevens and her granddaughters Skylar (back), Olivia (on lap) and True (on right)

Nadia & Lauren. Patrick on the steps to the left and Carol.
Bob & Marie Zeigenfuse At the engagement party, these two cut a pretty mean rug.
Joely Fisher and kids Skylar, Olivia and TrueSen. Larry Farnese, Kelly Boyd and Carolyn ZiniJames Kazanjian and Lisa Gaudio.
My No 1 fan and so glad I got to know her, she’s got my back. Zarina Kozek and Michael Bucci

Just call me Sylvia and daughter Nicole CashmanMatt & Julie Thorne
Nina Tinari and atuhor Jeff Guaracino, director of regional communications GPTMC
Eric Robbins, Tempa Berish, Steve Olitsky and Tamar Olitsky. Steve and Tamar are very involved with the Franklin Pain Skate Park Fund (www.franklinspaine.com) which is a 501c non-profit raising money to build a designated skateboard park near the Art Musuem. Offering programs to keep the kids interested, off of the streets and safe. They are currently about $900,000.00 short of a $5,000,000.00 goal. Most of the money for the park to date has come from government funding. A feat in itself in these lean economic times.
guests, Tal and Jill Jacobsen, Sabrina Strickland, guest, Erin Elmore
guests (would love their names please), Michael Smith and Nefertiti Jasquez
guests, the other Mrs. Thorne, Carol, Connie Stevens, Joely Fisher, and finally excited to meet Carol’s handsome boyfriend.
The original Mr. and Mrs. Thorne
The New Mr. and Mrs. Thorne
The room was spectacular. This wedding was lovely, and dancing commenced even before the Bride & Groom had their first dance, so you know it was a party.

Ann Catania, in the light dress, parties among her beautiful room. The other blond is Renee Taylor, who is celebrating her 76th birthday this year. In the 90’s she played Fran Drescher’s mom in The Nanny.
Lets Do it (x3)
And live it up
I gotta feeling that tonight’s gonna be a good night
That tonight’s gonna be a good night
That tonight’s gonna be a good good night (x2)
Tonight’s the night
Let’s live it up
I got my money
Lets spend it up

Michael and Louise Esposito the twenty five year + owners of Chef Vola in Atlantic City. So popular you have to have the secret number to get a table. So nice they gave it to me. I read the food is terrific.
Vince and Janet Papale looking very dapper.
Natasha Potievski, Emma Potievski Sherby, and mom. The younger mother/daughter team have a salon on the 17oo Street of Sansom. Some call Emma the Russian Queen of the Brazilian wax.
I think you will agree that Ten Pennies did an amazing job. So beautiful.
If I could
I’d protect you from the sadness in your eyes
Give you courage in a world of compromise
Yes, I would

If I could
I would teach you all the things I’ve never learned
And I’d help you cross the bridges that I’ve burned
Yes, I would

Chorus:
If I could
I would try to shield your innocence from time
But the part of life I gave you isn’t mine
I’ll watch you grow, so I can let you go
If I could
I would help you make it through the hungry years
But I know that I can never cry your tears, babe
But I would if I could

Congratulations Sabrina & Steve
I had to leave to shoot a wonderful engagement party between two nice guys Jason & Casey. Then Mike and I went to our 12th Henri David Ball, it’s our tradition. Those photos will be up Tomorrow.

Thanks to Morgan Obidowski for the following two shot Mike Sheridan, Morgan Obidowski & Jim Werner.
Hot legs.

UPDATE: I added a few pixs on Tuesday, changed & added a few names, & info cause when I finished it in the wee of Monday morning, I just wanted to get it up in time for Sabrina to see it before she left on her honeymoon.
ALSO: There was a mention in Michael Klein’s column today, and a fav pix that I took
http://www.philly.com/inquirer/columnists/michael_klein/20091103_Inqlings__Steak_house_pickets_have_gone_home.html

For nearly 35 years, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) has been creating, finding and supporting programs that directly improve the health and well being of nearly 4 million children worldwide every year. Ronald McDonald House Charities is dedicated to improving children’s access to the highest quality health care. For example, the Ronald McDonald House, allows families to access specialized medical treatment by providing a place to live at little to no cost. The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile provide high quality medical, dental and health education to those with the greatest barriers to accessible health care.
Last week the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House held it’s patron party at Le Castagne
in preparation for their 35th Birthday Party which will be held next Friday, Nov. 6 at the Please Touch Museum. (Remember to turn your clocks back this weekend.) A Patron Party honors table hosts and major underwriters of the upcoming event. Below is a photo I took appeared in last Sunday’s Inquirer in Michael Klein’s column (where you can find my photos from the last 2 years every Sunday Pg B1) with the MC’s of the Nov 6 shindig, CBS3 anchors Chris May & Susan Barnett, chatting with one of the founders of the Ronald McDonald House, Jim Murray. (TIP: I like the candid shots, if you see me come near to capture one just move a little to the side so I can get the shot that will likely get placed and help promote your event.)

The Philadelphia Ronald McDonald 35th Birthday Honorary Co-chairs Stu & Gini Peltz and Norman & Marian Wolgin, Co-Chairs: Joan Emmi and Judy Boreham
RMDH Board Member DaveNiggeman and Bruce Shelly, Shelly Electric Co., Inc.
RMDH Board Member Sue Wenger and daughter Jamie Wenger; Marketing & Special Events Associate Philadelphia magazine

Anchors Chris May & Susan Barnett. I have to say the chemistry, and honesty of these two make them my favorite anchors these days. I was watching them after the Phillies clinched the title, and they were the only newsies that were able to ad-lib the happenings on the street that night, when the revelers were partying. Phila Ronald McDonald House Volunteer, Jo Montufar, Joan Emmi and PRMH Volunteer Chuck Montufar, PRESIDENT/OWNER. MONTCO METALS. The Montufar’s became involved with the PRMH when their daughter was diagnosed with cancer. They now comfort other parents whose children are suffering and are going through the same treatments their daughter endured.
Dianne Murray, Kelly Hays, Bille Parkes and Jim Murry. Jim Murray is the co-founder of the Ronald McDonald House and a former General Manager of the Philadelphia Eagles. He is a native of West Philadelphia and is also president of Jim Murray Ltd, a sports promotion and marketing firm. (No doubt Dianne Murray contributed a great deal to the RMDH, especially when raising five children. I say this from experience as I have mentioned w/o my Mike’s help there would be no PhillyChitChat)
Marian Wolgin, Mickey Black, Marlene Weinberg and Salli MickelbergLisa and Tom Mann and Attorney Darwin Beauvais.
Willa Kravitz Director of Development Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House, RMDH Board Member Anne Scardino, (Anne’s duaghter Meredith is an Emmy award winning write for one of my favorite shows, Stephen Colbert.) GM Anthony Masapollo, Le Castagne. and Shelly Hoffman CBS3 Public Affairs.
INFO ON THE 35TH BIRTHDAY PARTY OF THE PHILADELPHIA RONALD McDONALD HOUSE ON NOVEMBER 6, 2009, at one of my favorite party spots, The Please Touch Museum, HERE

Jolly’s Dueling Piano Bar (2006 Chestnut St.) Here’s Jolly Weldon at the door of his new piano bar at the edge of Rittenhouse Square, but what I found last night was it was more than just a piano bar, it was a colorful fun atmosphere with a large screen TV, great sound system with contemporary rock, top 40s playing either coming from the piano’s or muzak, spirits were were generous in size and food was delicious.
Take a look inside, very bright and cheery as we look towards the entrance and the large windows that look out onto Chestnut Street. The place seemed a lot larger than when I peered in the window a week earlier.Did I mention the view inside is breathtaking…The girls behind the bar are Laura Handline, Danielle Raco and Devon Taraborrelli
According to City Paper’s Meal Ticket: “Jolly Weldon’s new 125-seat space, the centerpiece of which will be two baby grands that’ll double as battle stations for pianists Anthony “Tony T” DeCarolis and “Wildman Joe” Marchetti (more on concept here). On Friday, the music, which’ll normally run Tuesday to Saturday from 8 p.m. on, will begin early, at 6; Jolly’s first day will also see the unveiling of their happy hour (6-8 p.m.), which’ll feature $3 cocktails, $3 wine/beer and $3 eats (sliders, flatbread pizzas, hummus, guac, etc.).” Loved the crabcake sliders, and flatbread pizza’s. Food from of Smiths restaurant and lounge on 19th Street and B*Smith Gourmet Catering .
A shot of the entire piano room, with large booths and quaint tables along the stage where Anthony “Tony T” DeCarolis and “Wildman Joe” Marchetti will do battle every night…Sing out the Song of the Piano Man” kicked off the night.
Note the light fixtures on the leftwith a closer look you can see that they are 50’s era “microphones” . Very cool, amazing detail. Really jazzes the place up. I think people will appreciate the extent Jolly went to in making his place a fun, eye candy, entertainment spot.Red Tettemer’s Rachel Timmerman and Annie Heckenberger make the red carpet. Annie wanted to take this leopard print rain coat off, but I loved it and she kept it on. Pretty sharp I think.
PhilaCinefest Thom Cardwell, and the newly engaged Mary Patel
Melissa and Nicholas Gabillon. Melissa is the Director of Human Resources at Sofitel – Philadelphia. She swears that neither she or Nicholas have beautiful voices.
Ross Curry with Phillyist’s Jillian Ashley Blair Ivey. She’s is aware that her name is long. If it bothers you, you can call her Jill, like everyone else.
Did I mention there was a “swing seat” when you first walk in the door. Sweetly unique, but somewhat scary after a few Jolly Happy Hour drinks. That’s the photo I want to get. Seriously, what a great idea, who wouldn’t want to sway to some good music.
Food bar in the rear of the place. Check out the light fixtures here. A different design, very classic. Take your drink and sidle up and order your food here, or settle into a booth and a server will take your order.
Chef Brendan Smith and his dad. Chef Smith, formerly of the Kimmel Center and the United Nations, is the chef and owner of b*smiths gourmet catering as well as Smith’s Restaurant Lounge on 19th street in Philadelphia. Mike Toub makes the scene. Mary Patel hanging out. She was a huge fan of the burger sliders and the humus.
Wildman Joe (Joe Marchetti) and Tony T. (Anthony Decarolis) have been dueling since 1990, and are excited to call Jolly’s Dueling Piano their new home. Last night they were burning on the key’s, getting the crowd up, dancing and singing, as well as inviting a few patrons up to the mike’s for their signing debut, pix here: Casey DeBaecke. (all before the Phillies beat the Yankees)
Wildman Joe (Joe Marchetti) and a few patrons sing Happy Birthday to Maryann Shoukri as Michelle Vizzachero looks on. Check out their beauty salon above Jolly’s.

Light fixture alert. Another very stylish light fixture. A really nice detail, classic and perfect. Really sets this place apart from the dark clubs and bars in town where you don’t expect to appreciate these details. I like the warm hues of the room too.Jolly’s is sure to be a great Happy Hour place as their drink prices reflect HAPPY with $3 cocktails, $3 wine/beer and $3 eats (sliders, flatbread pizzas, hummus, guac, etc.). Regular prices range from $2 Soda, Juice to $10 specialty cocktails. Stacey Himes, with Jessica Sharp and Rebecca Devine. Jessica and Rebecca are both with Maven Agency. No matter how much I plied these girls with drinks, I couldn’t get them to slip on what restaurant could have possibly signed on at 10 Rittenhouse.
Movie Makers Tigre Hill (Shame of the City, and the upcoming Barrel of a Gun) and Mary Patel (Electile Dysfunction)
Alexis Sucanic and Jolly’s GM David Everett
Happy Trio: Lorine Rahm, Rich Bendis and Krista Bard
Actress/Singer Deidra Sarego and Carol Qualtiere
A couple of show stoppers Stacey Himes and Tara Theune Davis were the PR/Event Planning on this project. Navigating the highly competitive field of food bloggers, columnist and other media trying to get the “first” details or picture of Jolly’s Dueling Piano. They did an awesome job and it’s always a joy to work with them. (A few of the sites that did outstanding coverage Foozbooz , Michael Klein, and Phoodie )Jolly’s Dueling Piano Bar opens Tuesday thur Saturday’s at 5PM, the Dueling Piano shows are Wednesday to Saturday nights @ 8:30PM Before I left I asked GM David Everett how many glasses he thought would be taken a night cause they say
Jolly’s Dueling Piano on them, and having worked in a restaurant or two, and well maybe lifting a a Bubba Gump glass once, I know it happens. Well David tells me the glasses are for sale,
as are the T-Shirts, Tank tops and THONG? I asked if anyone was wearing one so I could get a picture, but no one fessed up!

The signs are up. No longer is Handicapped Parking the last spot or first spot on the block. (Can the sign be anymore confusing, Motorbike parking 3 hrs 10AM- 10PM, but all others 2hrs from 10AM – 4PM, then 3 hrs 4PM til 10PM. Truck Parking 6AM – 10AM, so if your driving your bike to work to save the environment, your just outta luck)
Now it’s the Motorcycle/Scooter parking spot.The spots are for parking your bike perpendicular to the curb. The only wise thing is that City figured out that you have to have a meter for these spots otherwise the paper meter tickets will be removed if placed on the bikes dashboard.
The spots are clearly marked A/B. But there are still major problems with this set up. I really see a lot of bikes knocked over by cars making the turns at the posing corners a few feet away, especially buses or trucks.
The only bright spot is that it’s cheaper to park a motorcycle $.25 a quarter hour.
One meter is for each space.
but you’re still gonna have to deal with these douche bags

CHOCOLATE: A LOVE STORY is a colorful cookbook that captures that joy and energy of Max’s restaurants with more than 50 original recipes. The book is narrated in the quirky, captivating voice of the restaurant’s “Bald Man,” Max Brenner, and the bold illustrations mirror the restaurant’s décor and menu design. Mouthwatering full-color photographs accompany the easy-to-follow recipes.

• Tuesday, November 17 — Borders Philadelphia (1 S. Broad St, Suite 100), 12:30pm
• Tuesday, December 15 — Max Brenner (1500 Walnut Street, 15th between Walnut and Locust), 7 – 8pm
• PhillyChitChat covered the opening, and has been back about 4 times for lunch. Yes they serve lunch & dinner, the chocolate’s for dessert. I’ve only had that twice. I love their burgers & salads. http://www.phillychitchat.com/2009/07/max-brenner-chocolate-by-bald-man-is.html
  
• Look for a Max Brenner to open in the coming year in Boston & Las Vegas
  

Nicole Cashman invited you to “Join Hosts Cole & Heidi Hamels for a FRIENDRAISER” on Thursday, November 12 at 6:00pm.
Mingle with area professionals and learn about ways you can support The Hamels Foundation mission to further the education of Philadelphia’s youth.

Complimentary cocktails & cuisine.

RSVP to Cashman & Associates, 215-627-1082 ext. 3
http://www.cashmanandassociates.com

Donations will benefit The Hamels Foundation which is dedicated to supporting inner-city school systems in the US through their grant programs providing for construction, educational supplies and provisions as well as scholarship opportunities for continuing education of students. Its largest efforts are focused in Philadelphia.

Suggested donation: $50
Cole Hamels Pitching Camp 11/21 – 11/22

Come and learn from one of the best in baseball! This is a 5 hour camp where every child will get one on one time with Cole Hamels along with 3 other professional pitchers!

Pitching exercises, types of pitches, nutrition, and the “mental toughness” of pitching will all be aspects touched on every day of the clinic.

http://www.thehamelsfoundation.org/events

Webster’s dictionary defines Concierge as a French word meaning “gatekeeper” or “keeper of the keys”. The position has its origins going back to the time of palaces and castles in ancient France. The royal household employed a “Concierge” whose job it was to see to the needs of VIP visitors as well as to hold the keys to the many castle rooms. The “key” remains a symbol of the Concierge profession to this day.The host for the monthly Concierge event was Ristorante Panorama, located in the Penn’s View Hotel on Front Street. Owner Luca Sena and marketing director, April Martin did a wonderful job at making the party a success by providing plenty of delicious food and spirits.

Where Magazine Philadelphia Publisher, Laura Burkhardt and Jeweler Steven Lagos were the creators behind the idea of Philadelphia’s “Concierge’s Key to the City”, awarding each year a Lago’s Key to a concierge who really stood out in his/her profession for the past year. (At the age of 17, Steven Lagos learned the tradition and concepts of the jewelry trade from an 85 year old Russian master. His mentor taught him the lessons of old world craftsmanship, while impressing upon him the importance of working with the highest quality materials. Today, these lessons and traditions are the cornerstone of all LAGOS products.)
Cabaret Singer, Where! Magazine Editor Karen Gross and GPTMC’s Mike Sheridan
Philadelphia City Hall Tour Director Greta Greenberger and the Mural Art’s Marketing Director Ryan Defler. (The World Series MAYOR BET: Phillies win Mayor Bloomberg travel 2 Phila day of service helping the Mural Arts Program, wearing Phillies jersey. Dare I say if, but if Phillies lose, Nutter must go to NYC, Wear Yankees Shirt and do a day of Community Service.)Ristorante Panorama Luca Sena, with Laura Burkhardt & Steven Lagos looking on.There were four finalists for the award, sponsored by Where Magazine and Lagos Jewelry. Omni Hotel’s Gail Feinstein, Jean Farquhar from the Four Seasons, Frank Marandino of the Rittenhouse and Joe Broderick, who’s been doorman at the Latham for 39 years.
Although Joe Broderick did not win, Lago’s & Where Magazine presented him with a plaque honoring him for his service.The winner is: the Omni Hotel’s Gail Feinstein
Omni Hotel’s Gail Feinstein, Jean Farquhar from the Four Seasons, Frank Marandino of the Rittenhouse and Joe Broderick, who’s been doorman at the Latham for 39 years.
In the Philadelphia Inquirer a few days later, was this great article by
Daniel Rubin: Service with smile a winner

Almost two weeks ago the Philadelphia Film Festival had their Opening Night at the Prince Theater. The Opening Night Film was shot right here in Philadelphia, and if you are a long time reader of PhillyChitChat, then you know I shot them filming this movie every chance I had. So I was excited that F Gary Gray lived up to his promise and held a screening of the film here in Philly. Law Abiding Citizen is a thriller about a brilliant sociopath who orchestrates a series of high-profile murders that grip the city of Philadelphia – all from inside his jail cell – and the prosecutor assigned to his case who realizes he is the only one who can end the reign of terror. Written by Overture Films

Bruce McGill and wife Gloria Lee
Regina Hall walks the red carpet in her sizzling flashy dress
Laurel Bryce, who didn’t appear in LAC, but attended to support a friend, is currently filming a movie, The Fields with Cloris Leachman & Tara Reid.
I’ve explained before that sometimes I get behind on entry’s as I wait until pictures might have a chance to be picked up by the local press. In this case a story and picture was picked up by both Dan Gross’ column

and Michael Klein’s column.
I didn’t have a chance to see the film as I had to race down to Front Street to cover another event. But I made it back by 9PM and the after party for the movie at Del Frisco’s. Now I have to admit I kept getting mixed messages all week from tipsters, and other people that Gerard Butler was going to try and make it to the AP, but in the end he didn’t appear. But there were still plenty of people to be excited about.

The brains behind the new packaged Philadelphia Film Festival, Program Director Michael Lerman, Executive Director / CEO at Philadelphia Film Society Andrew Greenblatt and wife Pam Greenblatt
Jennifer Rampersalid, Emerald-Angel Young, Gary Young. In the film, Emerald plays the role of Denise Rice, the daughter of Nick Rice(actor Jamie Foxx) and Kelly Rice(actress Regina Hall) Thus far, the young actress has starred in a number of commercials, television roles, and theater roles. To learn more about Emerald, head to her website Emerald-AngelYoung.com
Producer Andrew Laquintano, LAC actors Reno Laquintano and local actress Brooke Stacey Mills. Brooke plays Gerard Butler’s wife. Reno Laquintano plays Gerard’s cell mate.
Jay and Janet Osterholm chatting with LAC Director F Gary Grey at Del Frisco’s
Susan & Jay Miller enjoyed the movie, saying it was an on the edge of your seat thriller.
Eileen Kennedy, Robert Heim, Mark Dichter, Tobey Dichter, Virginia Kimmel
Carolyn Johnson and Joe Ballard
Del Frisco’s GM Shang Skipper and ABC6’s Kristie Gonzales dressed to the nines. Kristie is loving her new digs at Channel 6 and her lightfilled office. What’s not to like at Shang’s place of work, yum steak.
Erin Pusz and RJ Cacciutti. Crazy duo, opposites attract. RJ just got back from Octoberfest in Germany. I think he will like Beer Week in Philly, which I hear has been moved to June 2010
Olympic Gold Medalist Felix Sanchez and Actress Regina Hall. Felix tells me that on their way to the airport the next day, they will be stopping by Tony Luke’s for a bite to eat. When Regina was here she had a Geno’s Cheesesteak and loved the wiz wit. Hopefully this weekend I will be seeing LAC. In the future I will be seeing a lot of movies before they hit the public screens, so I will be able to give you the heads up of what I thought was good, and well I never like to talk bad about anything unless it’s a real dog, so look forward to my ratings of let’s say Popcorn **** I know how original.

MAYOR NUTTER TO RAFFLE WORLD SERIES TICKETS
(Nutter arrives at today’s rally)

Philadelphia, October 26, 2009 – Today Mayor Michael A. Nutter announced a drawing for World Series tickets. Two pairs of tickets will be given to watch each of the upcoming home games.* Winners will be selected randomly from citizens who send an email to phillymayor@gmail.com by 5pm tomorrow, October 27th. Winners will be randomly selected from qualifying respondents.

“I want to give everyone an opportunity to watch the reigning World Champion Philadelphia win a second title,” said Mayor Nutter. “Send me an email, and you just might end up cheering for the Phils alongside me in the Mayor’s Box.”

Contest Rules:
Send an email to phillymayor@gmail.com by 5pm tomorrow, October 27th. In the body of the email, include your name, address and telephone number. Winners will be notified on Wednesday, October 28, 2009. This contest is open to both Philadelphia residents and nonresidents. City employees are ineligible for this drawing but are welcome to apply for tickets through the normal process by contacting their supervisor.

* Game 5 will only be played if necessary.

Last Wednesday night, on Philadelphia’s tony street of Delancey, Kelly Boyd had a shindig for Seth Williams and a few of the well heeled, politically connected of the City. Now I feel I must mention that just because someone was at this party does not mean they are supporting Seth Williams, but they were willing to hear what he had to say.Always on the scene at a Boyd party, and stylishly walking around town you will find Julia Somers-Morley. Julia really is one of the last old school classy ladies topped off with a fancy hat. With her is Tuesday Gordon-Gaines; stylish in her own right, no doubt decked out in Joan Shepp where she has worked for many years.
Also on hand entertainment lawyer George Bochetto, Project H.O.M.E.S. Sr. Mary Scullion, guest and our hostess Kelly Boyd.
Kelly welcomes Geni Klein, who happens to be my neighbor and a republican. Good to see she’s open to the message no matter which party it comes from.
Kelly, Sen. Larry Farnese, DA Candidate Seth Williams and Councilwomen Blondell Reynolds-Brown, who just celebrated her birthday the week before. It escapes me buy she had a weekend of entertainment via her staff, said it was one of her best.
Defense Attorney Chuck Peruto, and Lt. Governor Candidate Jonathan Saidel.
Politically connected, Stradley Ronon’s Herb Vederman, and former political writer, now movie producer Mary Patel. Mary’s been MIA the last few months and I asked her why. She’s been dating, planning a big move to LA and getting married in February.

Maybe a dress from Adresse a dress boutique located at 1706 Locust St. in Rittenhouse, but definitely a ring from Rittenhouse Square’s Kate Egan-Day, of Egan Day Jewelers and
Stefani Lutzo of Adresse
Robert Ambrosi (partner in the development company, ARCWheeler, the company that built 10 Rittenhouse), Beth Dunn, author of Social Climbers, Marc Perel, ARCWheeler, socialite Kelly Boyd. Look for 10 Rittenhouse to have it’s ribbon cutting on 11/10/09 at 10AM. (They tried for 10/10/10, but the timing didn’t work out. Did you know PCC was born 07/07/07)
Jimi Milligan doing the solo saxophone, but also with http://www.bighouselive.com/index.shtml
and pianist
Caterers James Enright and Dan Hoban, both have extensive experience, can prepare diverse menus depending on what the hosts want. I enjoyed their chicken Satay and Scallops wrapped in bacon.
Matt McClure, Karen Lewis, Executive Director of the Avenue of the Arts, Inc. Karen tells me that 84 new contemporary planters will be installed to replace the ones destroyed in last years Phillie World Series Riot. They will donate the 20 that are still intact to another agency. As long as the World Series is over and the parades are finished look for the placement and dedication to be on 11/9/09, John Hawkins, S. R. Wojdak & Associates and Dave Maser.
Maria Quattrone, Andi Pesacov, VP Michael Salove Company, and Kelly Boyd pinky promise to a bright future. Midpoint thru the evening Seth Williams addressed the crowd laying out his political platform. The main points I heard was that murder in this City is out of control, and he wants to assign DA’s to certain neighborhoods, and then for future cases the same DA’s will be in charge of the cases that come out of those neighborhoods. He want’s to focus on the most dangerous criminals, get guns off the street, reduce plea bargains, hear drug cases in drug court, but for all of his platforms listen read this http://www.votesethwilliams.com/where-seth-stands.
Jonathan Saidel, the former city controller is running for Lieutenant Governor. In 2010. Seth Williams, and the Co-Chairs of the event Kelly Boyd, and Pat Hogan. Jonathan whole heartily supports the democratic party, and Seth Williams.