Photos: Spooktacular Mütter Museum Birthday Party

March 18, 2019 by HughE Dillon Leave a comment

On Saturday, March 9, the Mütter Museum transformed into Clüb 13, to celebrate founder Dr. Thomas Dent Mütter’s 208th birthday, a superstition-themed 13-plate feast with 13 extraordinary circus acts and performances from the Circadium – School of Contemporary Circus and other performers.

The museum is part of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia. The original purpose of the collection, donated by Dr. Thomas Dent Mütter in 1858, was for biomedical research and education .

The evening began with a cocktail party,

before guests headed upstairs for dinner and dancing. Guests were encouraged to dress in period costumes, and they didn’t disappoint.

The decorations dotting the museum were decadent and on point.

Melissa Sant Angelo and Bianca Fiscella

Timothy Niesen, Tara Niesen, Alexis Curreri and Jonathan Curreri at Clüb 13 at the Mütter Museum on March 9, 2019.

Doanh Nghiem with her gorgeous custom made dress and Stoio Kachev

Be sure to visit the Mütter Museum to see all the unique exhibits, as well as attending some of their special events. INFO Here Check out Philly Style and Philly Voice for additional photos.

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Chester County Hot Air Balloon Festival

June 25, 2016 by HughE Dillon

Chester County Hot Air Balloon Festival
Tickets $15 adults, $5 kids 6 – 12; kids under 6 are FREE
Rides priced accordingly

I saw a tweet about this event yesterday and Mike and I went to check it out last night.

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Celebrating our 10^th year, the Chester County Balloon Festival is a must attend event providing family fun for all ages. Experience Chester County and the unique and historic Del Val Region from the ground up! The Chester County Balloon Festival is a non-profit organization with proceeds going to the Chester County Hero Fund and other local community groups.

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I can’t believe I never heard of this event. So much fun, to do, see and experience. Who doesn’t love Monster Truck rides.

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There was a lot for kids to do. Chester

and young adults.

Hysterical – Chester County Hot Air Balloon Festival. It’s here all weekend. Google to get info. . Lots of things for the kids.

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This was my favorite thing to watch.

The popularity of the Chester County Balloon Festival has experienced incredible growth the past few years. We will be returning to our new home at New Garden Flying Field in Toughkenamon, PA on June 24th, 25th, 26th, 2016. The airport is located at 1235 Newark Road just off Highway 1, allowing visitors from all over Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, and New York convenient access.

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The event was held at an airport, so there were lots of flying machines to check out Chester

They had balloon rides, tethered balloon rides, and other fun flying machines. Chester

Plenty to eat too Chester

I had my first Nick’s Roast Beef sandwich. SOooo good. This is the Nick’s that is located in the Northeast Chester

In the evening they did the balloon glow. Normally they would fly higher, but because of the wind the balloons didn’t go up. Chester

There was a great crowd on hand to enjoy the festivities. Tonight they’ll be fireworks.

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Bring your chairs and find a great spot. Speaking of there are plenty of porta potties.

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Parking is a short walk away up on the hill

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You can walk, or take this tractor ride. Go early, stay late, you’re going to love it.

The expanded 3-day (Friday-Sunday) schedule highlights over 20+ hot air balloon taking flight twice per day, balloon glow featuring Special Shaped Balloon Rodeo, untethered and tethered balloon rides, and a walk-thru balloon. For a complete schedule of events, see the Festival Information page.