There is no surer sign of spring in Philly than the annual garden parties that pop up around town; The latest took place last night at AKA University City.
Nearly 100 seasonally inspired fashionable, scene staples, tastemakers enjoyed the view, cocktails and lite bites on level 28, 400 feet above the city sidewalk.
DJ Joshua Lang kept the vibes going at the Soirée. SAVE THE DATE: Catch Cosmic Rhythms w/ BWC Sounds Monday, May 27, 2024 2:00 PM 8:00 PM Bok Bar 800 Mifflin Street Philadelphia
Danielle Ellis, 6ABC and Yukare Nakayama, NBC10
Christina Gentile-Paytas, Caroline Maher,Kristine Greck and Olivia Mazza
Jen Cauldle and Ernest Owens
Two media powerhouses: Dr. Jennifer Caudle who has gone on to give life and health advice to the masses on her media platforms and Ernest Owens, on his, as well has celebrating a year writing for Eater Philly.
Jen Grayson, Trade Show Hostess and Promotional Specialist and Sam Schwartz, foodie, recently did the Rob 10ks Friend interview.
OG scenester David Alexander Jenkins was spotted at the garden party
Iyanna Yasmeen and Erica Nikole
Ramillionaire fresh from the Met Gala party circuit Monday night, with Foxy Grandpa, co-founder and director of Ugly Art Films.
Fidan Alizada,Lifestyle | Branding | Entrepreneurship, My Mans Krispy, realtor and Josh Maugans, Men’s Fashion Influencer & Content Creator
Spotted at the Soiree: Content Kings: Bran FlakezzEmre Kara, as well as TVsters Janelle Burrell, CBSPhilly, Alex Holley and her favorite side kick Miguel Martinez-Valle, looking fresh after his successful IBX10 run on Sunday. Wooder Ices’ Hec Núñez, Farah Vogel and Jay Vereen, who just threw a fabulous 10th anniversary party at Tendenza 2 weeks ago and multiple Cashman Girls, of Cashman & Associates, who curated the list for the party for their client AKA University City. Congratulations to Sofia Suwala who is about to be a mom for the first time in a few weeks.
Philly Mags’ Laura Swartz otherwise known as Pompomflipflop on IG and Ernest Owens, who has nothing to hide, especially with the bag he’s holding. Congrats are in order as he was recently elected to the Executive Board of the Mighty Rho Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. as their Associate Editor of the Sphinx! 🔥
On June 12, 2021, friends and supporters were invited to a Garden Party at Andalusia Historic House and Gardens! Guests enjoyed cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while taking in breathtaking views of the Delaware River, and blooms at Andalusia Historic House and Gardens.
An enchanted evening where the weather cooperated majestically, guests had the rare opportunity to stroll the grounds during evening hours among the colorful spring blooms. All proceeds benefited the Annual Fund of The Andalusia Foundation, the nonprofit that works to preserve the gardens and buildings of this National Historic Landmark.
Ted and Carol Neilson, Villanova
John and Sally Simkiss with Charles Keats
The “Big House” Reopened for Guided Tours | June 21, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. On Monday, June 21, 2021, Andalusia Historic House, Gardens and Arboretum reopened the Biddle family’s early 19th-century Greek Revival home to guided tours for the 2021 season. The “Big House” has been closed since the spring of last year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Visitors will be able to purchase tickets for small, guided tours of the “Big House” that will begin at designated times.
They will also have self-guided access to the 65-acre estate’s stunning native woodlands and spectacular formal gardens before and after their tour of the National Historic Landmark. This Bucks County riverfront estate, located just 13 miles from Philadelphia, is an ideal day trip for those looking to spend time outdoors with plenty of space for social distancing.
Cost: Public tours with self-guided access to the gardens are $15. Guided house tours can be added to public tour tickets for an additional $5.
Steve Zettler, Cordelia Biddle, June Smith and Eileen Stoveld
On Thursday, May 16th, 2019 Historic Philadelphia, Inc. hosted the 11th annual Evening in Franklin Square, presented by Parx Casino. From an initial investment of $6.5 million, Franklin Square has become an urban oasis and family play place, made possible by the involvement of individuals in the surrounding area.
Amy Needle, President and CEO – Historic Philadelphia , Almaz Crowe and Cari Feiler Bender
Guests dressed in garden-party attire, participated in the silent auction and enjoyed cocktails all in the name of raising much needed funds for the fun packed square at the base of the Ben Franklin Bridge.
One of the highlights of the cocktail hour was when guests participated in the Parx Square Derby, a carousel race, that was narrated by racing announcer Keith Jones (l) with the winners. The race was followed by a dinner, live auction, and plenty of dancing
Former Gov Ed Rendell, Kerry Smith, Melissa Piccoli, Jesse Rendell and Trey MillerMarc Farzetta , part of the morning sports team of “Farzetta & Tra in the Morning” on 975TheFanatic and Celeste Farzetta The Parx Casino Team – Kristen Hallahan, Michelle McPeak, Courtney Smugar, Keegan Servati, Linh Nguyen and Codi Chancellor
Sheila Hess, Phila City Rep and Brandon Eric Kamin
The annual event coincides with the Chinese Lantern Display, which includes new lantern’s and a new layout. It runs through June 30.
Then beginning July 31, check out the new Franklin Square Fountain Show! The 180-year-old, historic centerpiece of the Square will come to life with colorful, dancing fountains choreographed to popular songs by Boyz II Men, Katy Perry and Louis Armstrong and more! Enjoy daytime and evening shows, featuring LED lighting effects after dusk and it’s free!
In 2016, Prince Albert of Monacopurchased his late mother’s Philadelphia home. “It feels good,” he told People magazine of buying the Pennsylvania property. “I’m very happy to have saved this old family home from a near certain death or development.”
The ESU was formally organized in the United States in 1920 and arose from the conviction of its founder, Sir Evelyn Wrench and a group of like-minded American and British friends, that maintenance of the close personal and national ties forged during World War I was necessary for the preservation of peace.
The ESU celebrates English as a shared language to foster global
understanding and good will by providing educational and cultural
opportunities for students, educators, and members.
The Kelly Family was kind enough to host this years event, which was held under a tent in the expansive backyard. Princess Grace of Monaco’s childhood home was also opened for tours on a few of the floors for all to see. It is not a museum as many thought, but a residence where family members live. Although there is access on special occasions.
Andy and Debbie Webster,Mary Darlington co-chairs, with hosts Alexandra Golaszewska and J.B. Kelly and Steve Darlington, co-chair
Princess Grace’s mother John B. Kelly, built the six-bedroom, 4,000-square-foot home, which would later become the place where Prince Rainier III of Monaco proposed to then-actress Grace Kelly, in this very room.
Thank you to Alexandra Golaszewska, who along with J.B. Kelly I have known socially for several years, who gave me a tour of the house, even the nooks and crannies explaining all the beautiful artifacts on display.
Princess Graces’ mom would sew these labels in the children’s clothes
Princess Grace’s writing desk has a photo of Prince Rainier III of Monaco, Princess Grace and her two oldest children Caroline, Princess of Hanover and Albert II, Prince of Monaco . Along with a magazine with The Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on the cover. Inside is also a story on the Kelly Home) Natanya DiBona, co-host of Le Dîner en Blanc touring the house. There’s a preview party June 11, and the public is invited to attend. It’s there they will announce the date of the annual August event for Philadelphia. The event is free but you must register.The Living Room
Prince Albert II of Monaco is very concerned about the environment and has created The Prince Albert II Foundation (Official name: Fondation Prince Albert II de Monaco is a Monaco -based charity which has donated millions in various environmental projects. The Foundation was initially created in 2006 by Prince Albert II of Monaco and it concentrates on environmental protection
Some of the guests at the Garden Party
The highlight of the garden party was the singing of the National Athem, the toast to Queen Elizabeth for her 93rd birthday and a lively auction to raise additional funds for the ESU education mission.
Max Yillah discusses the National Shakespeare competition, and how he came in 2nd Place. Congrats that’s huge. Second Prize: Scholarship and airfare to attend the American Shakespeare Center Theatre Camp
Max Yillah, a Philadelphia area high school student won the annual Shakespeare contest, which allowed him to compete in the National Shakespeare Competition in NYC. High school students nationwide read, analyze, perform and recite Shakespearean monologues and sonnets in three qualifying stages: school, ESU Branch and national.
Claire Boasi Brian Morris and Marjorie Morris, Board Member
Look for additional photos on CBSPhilly, as well as Philly Style Magazine later this week.
