I’ve continued to bird watch, but not as enthusiastically as I wish I could as my business has been booming as well. I shot this cutie last week at John Heinz Nature Preserve. We’re so lucky to have this treasure so close to Philly. I can’t be everywhere so on occasion I will post photos and copy from others who have invited me, or attempted to hire me to shoot their event.
On Wednesday, the Thomas Jefferson University fashion merchandising and management (FMM) students filled the Kanbar Performance Space with a celebration of fashion streetwear in remembrance of one of their own. The students sold their original clothing designs and accessories to benefit this year’s charity, Children’s Miracle Network, which was selected in memory of Karigen Emig, who tragically died just months after graduating from the program earlier this year. “Karigen loved working in the fashion industry and was motivated by the way it brings together people from different backgrounds, inspires confidence and creates change in the world. She deeply inspired everyone around her, not only through her great sense of style, but also through her positive energy, contagious work ethic, and her infectious smile,” says Julia Wazeter, Karigen’s best friend and 2021 FMM graduate who, along with Karigen’s parents, will attend the Pop Up Shop event.
Circle of Trees – November 20: A favorite of local families and children, Circle of Trees returns to kick off the holiday season on November 20 at 5 p.m. This year, the event takes on a new COVID-friendly format, with Santa’s firetruck making stops at several neighborhood locations, the first at Woodmere Art Museum at 9201 Germantown Avenue. Stay tuned for more details about where he’s touching down.
Wednesday night Laura Burkhardt, Executive Director of the Friends of the Avenue of the Arts hosted a Fundraiser at the Dina Wind Art Foundation. It was a lovely evening of shopping with 25% of the proceeds going directly to AAI.
Great news! John has offered to extend the 25% contribution to Avenue of the Arts, Inc. through this Sunday for orders placed through www.johnwind.com
When you add an item to your cart, you will see a box to write an ‘Order Note’. Just put ‘Avenue of the Arts’ there and your order will be included! If you have never seen John’s jewelry, take a look. The holidays are coming (Thanksgiving is next week!). Want to learn more about the Dina Wind Art Foundation? Visit www.dinawindfoundation.art
Moving from the Wells Fargo Parking lot, Spectacor Events & Entertainment has jollied the Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular presented by Dietz & Watson to Oaks, Pa. The massive, immersive, one-of-a-kind experience offering a winter wonderland of lights, shopping, and dining will take place from November 26 (Black Friday) through January 2 at the Fairgrounds at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, Pa.
Tinseltown is also announcing a Flex Ticket, which will allow guests to purchase a ticket without pre-selecting the date and time for a visit. Perfect for a holiday gift or those on a fluid schedule, the Flex Ticket is $38.99 and can be purchased here.
General admission tickets for Tinseltown are limited and start at $19.99 for adults and $13.99 for children under 13 – admission is FREE for children under five. All ticket buyers will be required to select a designated arrival window when purchasing - patrons are encouraged to book their timed tickets early as sell-outs are anticipated. Purchase your tickets NOW at TinseltownHoliday.com. This year I am tooo busy to make it to the new site, but it’s spectacular, family fun with food and lots of holiday photos to be had.
I think I read somewhere you can’t remove the label or you’ll be arrested.
I hear you, in fact over the years people often tell me they don’t see my photos. Of course I ask them did you look on CBSPhilly, Metro, Philly Style, Philly Mag or my social, and most times they say no. It’s all very confusing, are they asking me to notify them. I can’t even keep up with clients to notify them. Thankfully they have employees and Google alerts. So to solve this problem every Thursday I will put links to where the photos went. Some of the same events might appear on PhillyChitChat in the future, but not the photos used in the media outlets, unless I asked you one of my “questions of the day.”
FedNuts Parkway ppens at the The Terrace on 18th (18th and Parkway) is open (source)
This would be a good time for me to thank CBSPHILLY and METRO Philly for their partnership over the years, especially the past 2 years. I am humbled, grateful for this relationship. I know the business’ and charities appreciate it the support as well. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!! HughE
Speaking of Boston Market, have you gotten your Thanksgiving Dinner order in? You have until Monday November 22!! Thanks, have a great day !!
It’s hump day, I hope you’re week is going well. The weather has been so beautiful, and I’ve tried to catch a glimpse here or there, but thankfully I’ve been super busy. I hope if you have a chance, you will take a moment to enjoy the day, as well as each other. (It’s not lost on me at how hard these times are, my thoughts are with the universe.)
This past week I bebopped throughout the Philly area as people have started to emerge from our year long cocoon to get on with life, and the pursuit of purpose. One of the stops I made was the White Dog Cafe in Glenn Mills where I enjoyed a delicious lunch with long time friends Marilyn Russell, Jaimi Blackburn and Claire Morrison. The place was packed and there was not a free table to be had during lunch hours. Advice definitely make reservations to dine there. Everything was delicious, especially the fried pickles and chicken sandwich, and of course the company. ,
Artist Jay McClellan joined local decorators and designers to create nine unique dog houses to be auctioned off
Artist Jay McClellan along with local decorators and designers has created 9 unique dog houses that will be auctioned off online to benefit an array of local not-for-profit organizations. The doghouses will be on tour for viewing throughout the area in November. The event will kick off on Wednesday, November 10 at 2 pm at White Dog Cafe Glen Mills, 981 Baltimore Pike, Glen Mills with a ribbon-cutting ceremony open to the public.
Claire Morrison, Mac’s fund with dog house designer Laura Perno
Lindsey Vogel was paired with Fresh Artists
The dog houses are 47” long, 28” wide, and 43” tall, and each one has its unique design and décor based on the talents and vision of its designer. “I came up with the idea of wanting to help local not-for-profits that do so much for the community and at the same time, I wanted to showcase the incredible talent of local designers, decorators, and artists. The dog houses were the perfect amalgamation of the two,” explained Jay who is the founder of Benevolent Hound, a not-for-profit organization that promotes and provide resources, educational tools, and partnership opportunities for artists to use their talents for good, and to help ensure the humane treatment of all animals. (press release)
Each house features a unique design and a story behind the design inspiration. Jay built each house and then turned them over to the designers for them to create their showpiece. Designers can add to the exterior and interior of the houses with materials they already have but may not exceed $300 for new materials to encourage creativity and maintain fairness among the designers. Jay is designing and decorating a house for HelpUsAdopt.org, founded by former Main Line resident Becky Fawcett The other not-for-profits and designers participating include Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) with a house created by Rachel Schwartz, Brandywine Valley SPCA is paired with Greg Giegucz, CHOP Women’s Committee is paired with Annie O’Grady, Whitney Cutler and Pinemar President, Kyle Lissack, Fresh Artists is paired with Lindsey Vogel, Lower Merion Land Conservancy is paired with Jack Lundquist, Mac’s Fund is paired with Lauren Perno (who also joined us for lunch) and Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) is paired with Krystal Reinhard.
On Friday, November 12, 2021, Philadelphia Show committee members gathered at Anne Hamilton’s (red scarf) home for coffee, lunch (it was delicious) to send out letters to supporters of the Philadelphia Show. The event will take place next year (2022) for the first time at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. If you want the first look, join us for the Preview Party on April 28 and the show will continue through May 1, 2022. It must be on your bucket list to attend an event at the Art Museum while over looking the Philadelphia skyline. Thanks to Anne Rubin, Elllen Caplan, Robin Switzenbaum (an attorney I worked with in my previous life), Susie Saunders, Ronny Conner, Carol Jones, Martha Morris, Stephanie Simmerman Lynn Gadsden, Eve Walker (my mothers childhood friend) and Hannah Henderson for coming out to address over a thousand solicitations.
After attending Mrs. Hamilton’s soiree I headed to Blue Bell Kitchen’s for a shopping pop up curated by Lynsie Blair Feinberg (Love shirt). JLor a Margate based boutique wanted to bring the shore to Wayne, PA for the summertime clients. Caroline’s Jewelry and Luxury Fashion Boutique joined the pop up from her stores in Cherry Hill and Haddonfield for a little holiday shopping in the Main Line.
Popping up for Project Home: On Monday November 15, 2021 Jersey Rocker Jon Bon Jovi and his JBJ Soul Foundation at the Project HOME groundbreaking for a new long term recovery residence in Kensington. JBJ Soul Foundation is a funding partner of the 62 new homes on Lehigh Avenue. They will offer an affordable, safe space to make a fresh start. . Thanks 📸@projecthomephl@jbjsoulfoundation#charity#projecthome Thanks @bonjovi He has lent his name and given over $10 million dollars to help @projecthomephl home fight homelessness and drug abuse in our area, and he’s from Jersey!! Hero!! “Our mission is not just offering someone shelter, but also to end homelessness, hunger and poverty, one soul at a time,” said Bon Jovi. “We’re going to lend a helping hand to Project HOME’s outreach team, coming into this community every day to remind people that they, in fact, are not forgotten.”
Rendering from Project Home
The project’s other major funding partner is MPOWER, an initiative spearheaded by Leigh and John Middleton, the principal owner of the Phillies. MPOWER has worked on nine projects with Project HOME, which the nonprofit says improves its impact on the city.
All residents will have access to employment and educational services as part of their long-term recovery plans. Health care and substance abuse recovery programs will be accessible as needed.
The residence will include eight entry-level beds and 54 housing units, increasing Project HOME’s total housing units to more than 1,030 throughout the city.
Rocky came to town last to premiere check out more of my photos on Metro Philly here and a great review by Victor Fiorillo, who tweeted: Congrats to Sylvester Stallone for managing to turn Rocky IV into a much better movie, as we saw in Philadelphia here
It was great to see Will Smith in Philly again. He started off his book tour at Harriets Bookshop in FIshtown. He greeted fans who waited outside, signed autographs before heading inside to do a live Instagram feed, and sign books to be sold at Harriets Bookshop. Afterwards he headed to The Met for a meet and greet with a few fans, and then thrilled the hometown crowd with stories and tidbits which fill the tome. Doing the Q&A was Queen Latifah, who came up in fame around the same time as Will. DJ Jazzy Jeff and Will rapped our favorite tunes before calling it a night. Spotted in the crowd were his mom Carolyn Smith sitting with bestie Ann Cantana and Will’s sister Ellen Smith , as well nearly everyone you know in Philadelphia!! Will don’t be a stranger, you’re a hometown hero. Speaking of, there was a half dozen sightings of Kevin Hart leading up to the Will Smith appearance, sparking rumors that’d he’d be there (mostly rumors started by me) but he wasn’t. As I reported he was meeting with entrepreneurs in Philly for future projects, but I want to know what was he filming in Point Breeze on November 6th ? OK let’s chit chat tomorrow. Christmas has come early to Philly, there’s so much to tell….
John Heinz Nature Preserve, so close. It’s near the airport.
Sorry I was MIA there for a few days. I’ve been shooting 2 or 3 events a day and placing columns in my media outlets. Sending photos back to clients, and finally getting to my invoices. So if you’re a client, I promise to get it to you this month, before the end of the year. I read your emails. Anywho just wanted to tell you where I was with things…. busy. As we all are as life returns to semi normal. Not really though, right.
Brooklyn Bowl opened this week in the Fishtown section, next to the Fillmore, and across the street from Rivers Casino. I attended the friends & family party two weeks ago. It was a blast. It’s a combination of a bowling alley, cool, loungy bar downstairs. A concert hall with bowling upstairs. It’s a great asset to the Philadelphia nightlife scene, especially if your looking for something different, want to enjoy a night out with friends and dance in place.
It was great to see so many PhillyChitChat readers. I really appreciate your support all these years!!
It was dark so I didn’t get any names, but this couple on the right you MIGHT remember from a gesture I did. They contacted me on Instagram about 5 years ago one night. She had lost her engagement ring and wanted me to ask you all to be on the look out. The post went viral and everyone on that night was trying to locate it. She told me she had heard from so many people who were concerned. Finally the next day she contacted me to tell me it had been found. Somehow it fell off her finger and into her bed. A happy ending, and thanks to all who made the effort, I thanked them then, and today as well. What a great community we have….. chitchat with you tomorrow. Thanks Live Nation for having me.
Michael’s Giving H.A.N.D. on Wednesday, October 20th was held at The Union League Golf Club at Torresdale
Michael’s Giving H.A.N.D.was established to honor the life of Michael Donatucci who suffered from anxiety and depression and died by suicide in July 2016. Upon this loss, Michael’s family and friends came together to create Michael’s Giving H.A.N.D. – to handle anxiety and navigate depression – with a mission to ensure that suffering individuals and their families have the education and resources available and join together the erase the stigma associated with mental illness.
Over 150 people came out to support Michael’s Giving H.A.N.D mission as they enjoyed a day of golf, followed a cocktail party where they had a chance to bid on exciting items in the silent auction including sports memorabilia, golf outings and dinner on the town.
Ronald R. Donatucci Jr., – President & Co-Founder andNatalie Foglietta – Executive Director, Donor Relations & Development
Out on the green there were food stations, as well as a Chickie & Pete’s food truck!!
After playing all day the teams headed back to the clubhouse for mingling, cock-tailing and fun.
There’s still time to donate Michael’s Giving H.A.N.D. – raising awareness, educating communities, supporting the mental well-being of teens struggling with anxiety and depression, and challenging attitudes toward mental illnesses to produce a stigma-free future through our programs.
Congratulations to the Donatucci family, on the naming of 21st and Ritner Sts for Ronald R. Donatucci Sr. Way!! this past weekend.
Saturday night was more than alright, it was downright beautiful. So many folks were out enjoying our wonderful City. I took this shot at 9PM at Broad & Chestnut Streets. Just a random stop at a traffic light, but every block beforehand was just as jumping with folks happy to be out and about.
Last week I covered WMMR’s Preston & Steve’s Camp Out for Hunger, dream come true to cover it wall to wall. It was fun to see how it all operates. Check out their website for photos
I met Meredith from The Office. I tried not to fan out too much. Watching The Office during the pandemic really helped me get through it. I didn’t watch the original run, but I had seen it once before a few years back. To my thrill the actress Kate Flannery is now following me on Twitter. Hi to my Twitter followers. I met a few at Camp Out For Hunger, they don’t follow me on Instagram, just Twitter. I have to do better over there, I tend to focus on Instagram mostly. BTW Dionne Warwick follows me on Twitter too, as does Rosie and Margaret Cho. It’s quite the group.
Look who’s in town. I’m thinking he’s going to be co-hosting the Will Smith book launch event tonight at The Met, the duo are working on a remake of Trains, Planes and Automobiles and just maybe this would explain why Kevin Hart is in town too. Kevin was EVERYWHERE in Philly this weekend. Whereas Will Smith has kept a very low presence in Philly for the past decade, (I hear he arrived in town in the wee hours of the morning today), Kevin has made 2 movies here, and countless appearances including at his mural dedication, and visiting his Alma Mater George Washington High School on Friday. Friday night Kevin Hart stopped byHelium Comedy Club and surprised the audience. He performed after Dave Landau headlined. My friend Eda said he was hysterical. Here’s a shot of Kevin with Dave sent to me by @heliumcomedyphl Saturday night he had dinner at South. Repost from @weare_tajeva (r)
Philly is so popular with the Real Housewives franchise many stopped by, and love our eateries like @sonjatmorgan whose fav is @louielouiephl according to an interview in Philly Style Mag; People have tried to launch a Philly version without success cause the REAL $$ housewives of Philly husbands have said no!! That being said someone (anonymous) sent me a photo of Sheree Whitfield The Real Housewives of Atlanta filming @cariboucafe on Sunday. Girl I know it was nippy, but it’s fall not winter. She left in season 10 but she’s coming back in season 14 and my instagram readers are there for it!!
The 45th Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show kicked off Thursday night with the preview party at the Pennsylvania Convention Center (enter at 12th and Arch). Everyone was excited that we were attending in person. To enter you must show your vaccination card, but I did notice most people were wearing their masks. What happens a lot of times when I take photos, people will ask me “Mask on, or Mask Off.” I always say whatever you are comfortable enough. Then they put their masks back on.
Selected by an esteemed panel of jurors, the 2021 Craft Show features 170 of the finest craft artists in the United States in person at the Pennsylvania Convention Center with an additional 25 artists participating online only. The 195 talented artists represent a vast array of work in 13 diverse categories of art created by hand. In addition, we welcome select student artists from local universities to exhibit and share their work with the public.
David Rozek started Pandemic Designs 2 years before the pandemic, but he created a lot of beautiful items during the pandemic. You must see his wood figure 8 coffee table. So unique.
I really enjoyed this years show as it was more eclectic, with lots of variety. Clothing and jewelry are always popular booths and there are plenty. The reason they’re so popular is you can get one of a kind items, not the everyone found it at Target or another chain dictating style.
Everyone wears their most crafty, fashionable clothes when they attend the craft show. Often times it’s something they bought a previous year.
It’s also very casual. You can get super dressed up to spend the afternoon with your friends, or you can look sporty fall like Arthur and Duanne, who at first were we aren’t very dressed, to me saying, you’re comfortable and cool. These guys are so cool. Very philanthropic in arts & culture, as well as funding homeless endeavors.
So what are you doing today that is more important than catching the beauty of the Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show> It’s affordable, and will inspire you.
Mayor Jim Kenney, Sheila Hess, City Rep, Michael DelBene, President & CEO · Welcome America Inc. Robert Nonemacker Office of the City Representative and Kelly Lee, Chief Cultural Officer for the City of Philadelphia.
Mayor Jim Kenney today announced details of this year’s new and improved Philly Holiday Experience presented by Independence Blue Cross. From mid-November through the New Year, families and visitors can enjoy a Ferris Wheel and holiday pop-upsat the Wawa Holiday Plaza, admire the VISIT PHILADELPHIA®Holiday Tree powered by NRG, preferred energy partner of the Philly Holiday Experience, attend the first annual VISIT PHILADELPHIA®Holiday Parade, and discover more new ways to celebrate the season throughout the city and region.
Mayor Jim Kenney, City of Philadelphia: “We are so excited to bring back The Philly Holiday Experience with in-person events, including the tree lighting ceremony and the new Visit Philadelphia Holiday Parade. Philadelphia is an amazing place full of tradition, and I can’t wait to see residentsand visitors enjoying the holidays throughout the city this year. These events showcase the spirit and diversity of our city, and we welcome everyone to come take part in both our returning traditions, as well as our new ones.”
Welcome America Team – Thanks for your work on putting smiles on Philadelphians
The city will kick off the most wonderful time of the year with an in-person tree lighting ceremony on Thursday, December 2 at 7:00 p.m. on the northside of City Hall. Guests are encouraged to come as early as 5:00 p.m. for free giveaways. The ceremony, featuring performances by local artists and Disney’s DCappella, is back in-person and better than ever after being held virtually last year due to pandemic safety concerns. The ceremony will also be broadcast live exclusively on 6abc.
The holiday programming continues Saturday, December 4 with the first VISIT PHILADELPHIA®Holiday Parade celebrating all winter holidays –Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa,and the Chinese New Year. The parade,kicking off at 5:00 p.m.at 2nd& Market Streetsand ending at City Hall,will feature cold air balloons, marching bands,floats, dance groups, and more.The parade will incorporate arts and culture organizations, reflecting the diversity of the city and all the different ways the holiday season is celebrated throughout Philadelphia. The parade is a must-see event to experience excitement, entertainment,and get in the holiday spirit. Parade goers are encouraged to enjoy the parade all along the Market Street route
Rachel Ferguson – Visit Philadelphia Chief Innovation & Global Diversity Officer and Nicole A. Cashman is the Founder and CEO of Cashman & Associates – Thanks to Nicole and her team for preparing the following information about holiday happenings happening around town.
East Market: East Market, Center City’s urban lifestyle destination encompassing the entire block between Market and Chestnut, 11th and 12th streets, will transform into the ultimate holiday destination. This holiday season, East Market will become a magical winter wonderland as hundreds of LED lights come together with a 35-foot tree to create a synchronized, animated light show. Enjoy live music, festive décor, seasonal giveaways and food and drink options provided by East Market tenants. With a range of outdoor holiday activation’s, East Market has something for everyone this season. Follow @EastMarketPhl on social for updates. Thursdays – Sundays in December
Thanks to all the Sponsors of Philly Holidays
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! The Philly Holiday Experience would not be possible without the support of our generous partners and sponsors, including the City of Philadelphia, Independence Blue Cross, 6abc, VISIT PHILADELPHIA®, NRG, Wawa, Bank of America, Boston Market, Primark, HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, City of Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Tastykake, Books in Homes USA, Christmas Village, SEPTA, Philadelphia Fire Department Foundation, Philly POPS, East Market, Media Copy, Kindy’sChristmas Factory Outlet, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Cashman & Associates, ChatterBlastMedia, Defy, Proof Productions, and Sautter Crane
This year Boston Market is a sponsor of the Holiday Tree and Parade…
Delaware River Waterfront Corporation: Celebrate the holiday season at Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest’s Winter Wonderland on the Waterfront. Enjoy skating under the holiday lights, copying up in a festive cabin or by a fire pit, delicious eats, warm beverages and cocktails, and boardwalk rides and games.On December 3, gather your friends and family for the Holiday Tree Lighting Powered by PECO to kick-off the official launch of the holidays on the Philadelphia Waterfront, complete with festive performances. Location:101 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106 Dates: November 26 through March 6
Christmas Village: Returning for its 14th season, Christmas Village in Philadelphia will once again transform LOVE Park and City Hall (Courtyard and North Apron) into a traditional, open-air German Christmas Market, open daily between Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 25th and Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24th, with a preview weekend planned for November 20 to 21, 2021. New and returning for this year, Christmas Village will present an extra magical surprise with a double-tier Christmas Village carousel in the City Hall Courtyard, along with a brand-new German food court in the Courtyard. After taking a break last year due to the pandemic, the grand Ferris Wheel and the Kid’s Train will be back within the Wawa Holiday Plaza, along with vendors on the City Hall North Apron.Location:LOVE Park (1500 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102) and City HallDates:November 25–December 24;
Preview Weekend: November 20 &21,2021 Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 11:00a.m.to 7:00p.m., Friday to Saturday: 11:00a.m.to 8:00p.m., Thanksgiving Day: 9:00a.m.to 5:00p.m.,Christmas Eve: 11:00a.m.to 5:00p.m.Special Events:o Willkommen Zurück(Welcome Back Ceremony)–Sunday, November28th at 3:00 p.m.
Family Day –Sunday, December 5oGerman American Weekend –Saturday, December11–Sunday, December12
Rivers Casino Fireworks on the Waterfront, presented by VISIT PHILADELPHIA®:OnNew Year’s Eve, the Blue Cross RiverRink WinterfestNew Year’s Eve Parties on Ice offers a front row view of the Rivers Casino New Year’s Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront, presented by VISIT PHILADELPHIA®. For many years, Philadelphians have come to enjoy two great New Year’s Eve fireworks displays over the Delaware River Waterfront thanks to Rivers Casino. There will be two additional shows this year as well –at 6 p.m. and midnight on NYE. And as a new addition this year, VISIT PHILADELPHIA® is also proudly presenting an additional New Year’s Day fireworks spectacular.Don’t miss any of the excitement including ice skating, music, and fantastic food and drink.This is a ticketed event. Tickets will be on-sale soon at RiverRink.com.
Mike Starck, VP and General Manager, NRG Retail East Division:“NRG is once again excited to join the City in welcoming the community to celebrate the magic of the holiday season together. With the return of the in-person Tree Lighting and the addition of a Holiday Parade, this year’s celebration will be bigger than ever and NRG invites everyone to take part.”
PHLASH: The Philly PHLASH Downtown Loop is the quick, easy,and inexpensive connection to key Philadelphia historic attractions and cultural institutions. ThePHLASH is currently running weekend service (Friday –Sunday) through December 26 and will then run daily service for the holidays from December 27 –30 (10a.m. –6 p.m.) No service on Christmas Day. PHLASH will also be running a holiday-centric route –a full-service route that stops at all the major holiday locations, including Penn’s Landing Winter Fest, LOVE Park for City Hall and Christmas Village, and more.Link to the route map
Cari Feiler Bender, Relief Communications, LLC and Laura Burkhardt, Executive Director · Avenue of the Arts, Inc.
Cari Feiler Bender represents and tells me that Historic Philadelphia, Inc.’s (HPI) Franklin Square Electrical Spectacle Light Show is back with new additions to the sparkling lights and winter magic from November through February in this beautiful public space. Visitors can celebrate the magic of the season both day and night in festive Franklin Square, with evening activities beginning at 5 pm each evening. Winter in Franklin Square presented by Citizens featuring the Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO will sparkle from November 18, 2021 – February 27, 2022. Franklin Square is open November 18 – February 27 daily (closed November 26, December 25, January 1), 10 am – 9 pm, Fridays and Saturdays 10 am – 10 pm. The nighttime festivities run 5 – 9 pm daily, until 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. For more information, visit www.historicphiladelphia.org.
Even before I was PhillyChitChat, I was a fan of all things celebrating Philly and putting smiles on the faces of Philadelphian’s by way of holiday happenings, parades etc. and attended as many as I could (now I get to do it with PhillyChitChat and share the experience with you) In the past 4 year I have been able to connect my clients like Boston Market and NRG Energy as sponsors for these events after both of them told me they were looking to get support the City. Thanks to Boston Market and especially longtime Welcome America sponsor NRG for sponsoring some of my favorite events. I look forward to seeing you all, just shout out PhillyChitChat and I will get a photo of you to share on my pages…. Thanks HughE
Pennsauken, NJ-based J&J Snack Foods Corp. is celebrating its 50-year anniversary with a yearlong commemoration that recognizes both its employees and customers. On October 22, J&J Snack Foods hosted a gala celebration at Vie on North Broad Street to recognize the milestone. Employees, their spouses, friends and family joined Gerry Shreiber for a night of food, fun, dancing and recognition.
Yes you know them, they make our favorite snacks including Super Pretzel and the ICEE. (PS I will travel for an Icee in the summer, where you at?)
Gerry Shreiber (c)
Founded in 1971 by Gerald “Gerry” B. Shreiber, J&J Snack Foods began with the $72,100 purchase of an ailing pretzel company of eight employees at a court auction. Fast-forward 50 years, and the company has evolved into a billion-dollar publicly traded company and industry leader in snack foods with over 4,200 employees, 16 manufacturing locations across the country, and products throughout foodservice and retail channels nationwide. J&J Snack Foods’ iconic brands, including SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE and LUIGI’S Real Italian Ice, have been there for millions of moments of fun and togetherness. From family gatherings and birthdays to baseball games, cinemas and amusement parks, J&J Snack Foods brands have served up smiles, joy, and fun across the country for five decades.
J&J Snack Foods honored founder Gerry Shreiber’s legacy and announced they were launching a series of employee appreciation events across the country, including visits from the company’s branded ‘snack mobile.’ The company will also participate in the NASDAQ closing bell ceremony in New York early next year. Consumers and employees alike can expect more fun throughout the year and are encouraged to visit @jjsnackfoods on Instagram for exciting updates.
On Wednesday, October 13th, Kimberly Boutique and Lynsie Blair Inc. hosted an intimate girls night to celebrate the beginning of fall. There was amazing fashion, curated cocktails and a beautiful charcuterie board by Erin Casey. Fun and a wonderful fall wardrobe update was had by all. Let’s see who stopped by then head to the bottom of the entry for upcoming news….
Heidi Leonard Jewelry
Thanks for stopping by. I’ve been shooting WMMR’s Camp Out For Hunger everyday this week, so head on over to my Social Media to see who has stopped by. Also don’t forget to grab a coat today, and turn back your clocks on Saturday before you go to sleep. One more thing, everyone is having their holiday press conferences this week so get out your date books for Thanksgiving, the Christmas Village dates, tree lightings and a big announcement by the City on Thursday which will exciting the little kid in everyone!! (Check back tomorrow for complete details here on PhillyChitChat) Have a great day.!!
