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The Wardrobe VIP Party

The Wardrobe, a mission-driven nonprofit organization focused on eliminating clothing insecurity, curbing fashion waste, and empowering people for success, hosted its largest annual fundraiser “The VIP Party,” on Monday, June 10, at Rivers Casino.

The event was emceed by Delaware County native Leah Cevoli, a multi-hyphenate creative best known for voicing characters on the Emmy award-winning cartoon Robot Chicken and her work on the HBO hit series Deadwood. Leah is currently in town producing the feature film, Delco: The Movie.

The Wardrobe is a mission-driven nonprofit organization focused on eliminating clothing insecurity, curbing fashion waste, and empowering people for success.

Elana Chasan, Paige Wolf and Nicole Martin

Many McClennen, Melissa Novak, Kate Carlie and Laura Reed

Guests arrived, and enjoyed an hour long cocktail party with a buffet before settling down for the program and an exciting game of bingo.

Sheri K. Cole. Executive Director, discussed how to support the Programs, as well as The Wardrobe locations in Philadelphia (413 N. 4th Street) and Delaware County (62 West Marshall Road, Upper Darby) are open Monday-Saturday from 11-6 p.m. for shopping and client appointments. In Chester County, we are open in Kennett Square (345 Scarlett Road) and at the Exton Square Mall (2nd floor near Boscov’s) Tuesday-Thursday from 11-6 p.m. Clothing donations are accepted during open hours. Visit www.wardrobepa.org to learn how to donate and shop to support your community.

Veronica McKee cheers to the 2 keys she bought for $100 each, in hopes of winning top prizes in one of the surprise boxes.

Kris Derewicz, Nina Markey, The Wardrobe Board President and Paul Sopher all of Littler

Best Dressed: Rhonda Richardson, was noted for being one of the best dressed of the evenings. She got her outfit from The Wadrobe!! Great choice!!

If the key fits… The first winner of the $100 key reacts to the lock opening, as Sheri Cole cheers. Each box contained prizes worth more than $200 up to $1000. Another great event, see you next year!!

Receive Clothing: Although most participants are referred by our Community Partners, individuals in need are welcome to use our Open Access program to receive the clothing they need at no cost. Information on how to get clothing or sign up as a Community Partner is available at www.wardrobepa.org/services.

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The Big Story: Jim Gardner Co Hosts No Name Pops Garden Party

Post author By HughE Dillon
Post date June 20, 2024
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Co-chairs Peter Dean, Molly Shepard, Amy Goldman, Jim Gardner, and **Mary Stengel Austen**

Thursday evening June 13, Jim Gardner and Amy Goldman along with co-hosts, Molly Sheppard and Peter Dean, Mary and Peter Austen and the Honorable Michael and Lisa Nutter hosted friends and supporters of the No Name Pops at the Goldman’s home

**Alyssa Pagano, Austin Berner, Keith** and **Lauren Obaza**

Founded in 2023, the former and future musicians of the Philly Pops created the No Name Pops due to an absence of music in Philadelphia. Since then, they have performed over 40 times, 12 times at the Kimmel Center, and with over 20 of them being free programs to the public.

Broadway’s Dee Roscioli and **Hugh Panaro** with Ardmore’s **Kathy Hirsch-Pasek** and **Jeff Pasek,** parents of composer **Benj Pasek,** **Jim Gardner** and **Amy Goldman**

The No Name Pops is committed to being a healthy, patron first organization, reflecting the City of Philadelphia and serving the community.

**Jim Gardner,** board member and host, with **Connie and Sam Katz**

Former Mayor **Michael Nutter** and **Diane Semingson,** Board President **Avenue of The Arts**

**Michael Kellerman,** incoming President, **Sharla Feldscher,** board member, **Aronte Bennett,** incoming VP

The No Name Pops recently announced it has entered into discussions with Peter Nero’s family to be able to perform under the Philly Pops trademark and carry on Peter Nero’s legacy. Both the orchestra and the Nero family look forward to the day that Philadelphia’s proud tradition can officially be reborn under the name that Peter Nero made famous

**Patty and Bernie Prazenica** (GM of 6abc), **Valerie Gay,** Phila’s Arts and Culture Leader, **Fran Dunphy,** America’s College Basketball Coach

**Matthew Koveal**, Exec Dir of the Non Name Pops, with 6abc legends – **Dave Roberts and Jim Gardner**

Senator **Nikil Saval** with sons shares support for No Name Pops

The No Name Pops performing at the garden party.

Broadway stars: **Hugh Panaro** and **Dee Roscioli** Perform

Thanks to Sharla Feldshur & Bachrach Photography for providing the photos from this event which I couldn’t attend as I was already booked. I always enjoy the No Name Pops concerts, and look forward to supporting them. If you’d like to support them. please consider a donation HERE>

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Breakthrough’s Annual Spring Soirée 2024

Post author By HughE Dillon
Post date June 17, 2024
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Breakthrough’s Annual Spring Soirée 2024 took place last month, and was an evening of inspiration, connection, and celebration at the University of the Arts: Dorrance Hamilton Hall.

Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia helps launch motivated, traditionally underserved middle school students on a path to top choice high schools, setting a critical foundation for college and career success. Breakthrough also provides pre-professional teacher training to inspire college students to pursue careers in education.

**Lorne Hammond,** President The Harvest Family Business Solution and **Bill Anderson,** Fox29 Philly

The event was emceed by Bill Anderson, Executive Producer, Fox29 and Weekend Co-Anchor, Good Day Philadelphia. Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia helps launch motivated, traditionally underserved middle school students on a path to top choice high schools, setting a critical foundation for college and career success.

**Sasank Aleti,** partner at private equity firm LLR Partners, and **Michelle Reyes Aleti,** Director, Corporate & Community Engeagement. Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia.

Breakthrough raised over $150,000 to enable over 200 Scholars and Teaching Fellows to attend Breakthrough’s tuition-free program.

**Nick Araco** Founder, AchieveNEXT and **Stephen Klein**, BTGP Supporter

**Michelle Palmer**, Executive Director of Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia and **Edel Howlin,** Founder and Owner of Untapped Communications

**Michael Thompson,** Director of DEI and Business Development, Montage Diversity Consultants **Jon Addy**, Partner, KPMG US and a BTGP Volunteer and Stephen Reeves, CEO Montage Companies

**Phillip St James,** Associate Director, & Community Relations Lead · Sanofi

**Lily Dupuis**, Assistant GFS Digital Content & Communication and **Ilana Goldfus,** Director, GFS Advancement Services

Breakthrough also provides pre-professional teacher training to inspire college students to pursue careers in education and has served over 1,500 Scholars and 467 Teaching Fellows since its founding in 1995. To learn more, visit us at breakthroughphilly.org

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Great Stages Gala Marian Anderson Celebration

Post author By HughE Dillon
Post date June 12, 2024
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Senator **Vincent Hughes**, Council President **Kenyatta Johnson**, Mayor **Cherelle Parker**, Marian Anderson’s niece **Ginette DePreist** (who was married to Anderson’s nephew, noted muscian **James DePreist**) and **Matias Tarnopolsky** president and CEO of The Philadelphia Orchestra Association at the dedication of the Marian Anderson Hall

The Kimmel Center’s Verizon Hall was renamed Marian Anderson Hall at a re-dedication ceremony Saturday afternoon, which was declared Marian Anderson Day in the city and the commonwealth.

The announcement to change the name of the hall was made in February following a generous donation of $25 million to the Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center Inc. by Leslie Anne Miller and her husband, Richard B. Worley, who are well-respected figures in the arts community. However, rather than retaining the naming rights, they decided to honor Anderson by renaming the hall after her.

In the evening the Great Stages Gala started with a black-tie donor reception on the Academy of Music stage at 6 PM prior to the 8 PM concert in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts.

This is the 2nd annual Great Stages Gala, a new celebration created last year which unites the traditions of the Academy of Music Anniversary Concert and Ball with the Kimmel Cultural Campus Gala (now known as Ensemble Arts Philly ).

Marian’s great great niece **Isabella DePreist Sullivan** and great niece **Jennifer DePreist** (her father was **James DePreist**)

**Albert Zuger**, Alpha Zeta Metals and Sasha Suda, director and CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum.

**Sharonda Robinson, LaFawn Davis, Sherise Bright** and **Vicki Baker**

The **Schaeffers, Katie, Adele and Tony**

**Barbara Adams, Michelle Wherry,** Daughters of American Revolution (DAR) and **Karen Bachelor,** DAR

**Steph Humphries, Dani Rose, Anne Ewers, Isabel Lowrey Brouhard** and **Nicole Smith**

**Brittany Webb** and **Mari Shaw,** who I just saw at the Wilma Theater the evening before on **opening night of Hilma.**

around 7:45pm, guests headed over to the newly named Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, accompanied by a drum line from Camden NJ.

**Rev. Dr. Lorina Marshall-Blake** is president of the **Independence Blue Cross Foundation** standing in from of Marian Anderson outfits loaned to the Kimmel Center for the celebration.

The influence of the Philadelphia-born contralto Marian Anderson, an extraordinarily talented singer and one of America’s most exceptional artists, cannot be emphasized enough, particularly considering the profound impact racial discrimination had on her career. Despite her undeniable abilities, Anderson’s path was significantly affected by racial prejudice.

At 8:00 PM that evening, GRAMMY®, Emmy®, and Golden Globe® award–winning and Academy Award®–nominated artist, actor, and producer Queen Latifah hosted the Great Stages Concert honoring Marian Anderson. The celebration will be the first concert to take place in the newly named hall.

The evening featured performances by Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin and The Philadelphia Orchestra

with soprano Angel Blue, actress and singer Audra McDonald (not pictured here), soprano Latonia Moore, and jazz pianist Marcus Roberts.

Richard Worley, Former Georgia State Representative Stacey Abrams and Leslie Anne Miller.

After the concert, there was a speakeasy after party held in the Perelman Theater

Musical artists **Ramon Jones, Dani Allen, Aaron Lewis, Laurin Talese** and **Kourtney Johnson** were on hand to close out the night of fun.

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1600 Spruce Street Hosts Artist Schiavio

Post author By HughE Dillon
Post date June 8, 2024
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**Rich Eib**, co owner of **1600 Spruce** and **Carlotta Schiavio, artist** at 1600 Spruce where an art exhibition of Carlotta’s latest works hang until July.

Carlotta Schiavio aka YaTii Talisman was born in Italy and raised in Ethiopia. Her background is a mixture of different cultures (Italian, Russian, Syrian, Austrian and Ethiopian). She started her creative career in the arts as a jewelry designer and then transitioned to painting in 1998.

**Bugibatuki Beings** from planet YaTii land with their spaceships in basins of water around planet Earth to bring peace and happiness.

1600 Spruce hosted a cocktail party last week to kick off a month long exhibit of **Carlotta Schiavio** new works.

Friends **Karis Treadwell** and **Erica Fenton** attended.

Artist **Gigi Lovond** and **Richard Eib**, co owner of 1600 Spruce, which is a very stylish interior and lifestyle shop, they have great hostess gifts, as well as reasonable home store items. Plus they sell my greeting cards there.

**Sophie Stasio** and **Olivia Juszcyk**

View more Bugibatuki here but the best place to see them is at 1600 Spruce, Address: 1600 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 Phone: (267) 209-3350
Open Saturday and Sunday too. The weather is going to be perfect for shopping in Center City this weekend.

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JEVS Human Services Gala

**Rev. Bonnie Camarda,** The Salvation Army, **Evan Benn,** Senior Director of Special Projects & Communications @phillyinquirer
. **Natalie Barndt,** JEVS Chief of Staff, **Heather Keafer,** Chief of Communications and External Affairs at JEVS. and Cynthia Figueroa, President and CEO of JEVS Human Services (JEVS),

JEVS Human Services organized its second annual Grow with JEVS fundraising event at the iconic Water Works Philadelphia on May 15th. The occasion united over 300 sponsors, volunteers, employees, and public figures for an evening filled with joy and motivation. The event successfully generated over $350,000 in funds to bolster JEVS programs. (Thanks Andre Flewellen for shooting this event)

**Ari Borthakur, Ana Ramos Hernandez,** and **Darren A. Spielman**

The presenting sponsor for the evening was Citizens. “Citizens has been a proud partner of JEVS for over 20 years,” said Dan Fitzpatrick, Mid-Atlantic President of Citizens. “We share in their vision to help communities thrive by equipping individuals with resources like job training and financial education to achieve economic success.”

**Bill Bronson, Jacqueline Flynn**, and **Tom Hartmann**

**Patrick Clancy,** President and CEO at Philadelphia Works, Inc., **Sharmain Matlock-Turner** is the CEO of the Urban Affairs Coalition. and Dan Fitzpatrick, Citizens Bank President

**Kai, Katie ,Rick and Trey Shinholster**

The funds raised from Grow with JEVS will support nearly 40 programs across Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. Programming areas include workforce development, career & technical education, services to people with disabilities, and in-home care for older adults.

JEVS ambassador, Revena Washington, shared her inspiring testimony about how the nonprofit has transformed her life, as well as thousands of others. “I am here to say that we all have our struggles, but for me, the struggle is over. JEVS has given me the tools, and the resources to better my life. The opportunities at JEVS are abundant.

We come to work each day ready and willing to support our participants in their endeavors, while helping them to realize their vision and dreams,” said Washington who was met by applause and tears from the audience.

**Nigel Bowe,** JEVS and **Antoinette Lee,** JEVS

**Gavin, Lisa, Brett and Austin Studner,**with **Phil Moran**

**Jeff and Laurie Franz, Kelly Mosteller, Jared Harris, Emerson Freer,**
**Donna and Michael Harris**

ABOUT JEVS

JEVS Human Services (JEVS) has an 80+ year history in working with individuals to create sustainable paths to independence and economic security. JEVS’ vision is to help every person achieve personal independence and fulfillment. Our mission and vision reflect JEVS’ long-standing history of helping people connect to opportunity and cultivate independence.

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Sofitel’s Diamond Jubilee Anniversary Party

Post author By HughE Dillon
Post date June 5, 2024
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Amanda Kaewvichien – Pastry Chef – Sofitel Philadelphia, Jon Kline, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Clearview Hotel Capital, LLC, Gregg Caren, CEO PHLCVB, Maud Bailey, Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems for Accor; and Pierre Jotterand, General Manager of Sofitel Philadelphia

On Monday, June 3, 2024, the Sofitel Philadelphia in Rittenhouse Square (120 S. 17th Street), commemorated its Diamond Jubilee Anniversary with a grand celebration. Among the attendees were city officials, Sofitel executives, loyal patrons, and esteemed guests, who gathered to mark the unveiling of the newly renovated lobby, Liberté lounge, and restaurant. The occasion also served as a festive tribute to the hotel’s impressive sixty-year history.

DeeJay Shelly (@soundsbyshelly) kept the party going on the red carpet

More like grey carpet, aligning with the classy Sofitel brand.

Liberté’s fresh menu combines American culinary delights and beloved Philly favorites with classic French dishes. Spearheaded by the hotel’s new executive chef Seth Fannin (not pictured), a seasoned industry expert with extensive experience at esteemed establishments like Paris, Bally’s, and Wynn resorts in Las Vegas, as well as luxury and boutique hotels such as Intercontinental and Millennium Hotels, this innovative approach promises a delectable fusion of flavors.

Laura Swartz – Deputy Editor, Digital – Philadelphia magazine, Gregg Caren , CEP PHLCVB and Joan Deneberg, Manayunk Development Corporation

**Jessica Henneman, Dee Durgin, Dayna Leaventon** and **Caroline Foley**

**Jimmy and Rich Eib,** 1600 Spruce Street Recently had a beautiful exhibition of work by artist **Yatil Talisman,** which I attended and will be showcasing soon.

**Nina Castillo, Brenda Hillegas,** **Jennifer Lynn Robinson**

**Lauren Smith, Gionana Surhui, Sara Chiaravolloto,** and **Jamie Gialloreto**

**Regina Foley** and her sister, **Angela Bauer**, former GM of Sofitel Philadelphia was recognized at the event for her longtime service,
which ended when she transferred to sister hotel Swissotel Chicago.

Stepping out: Denethia Durgin, AGM Vernick Fish at the Comcast Center.

**Scott Barnes,** Director, Events & Hospitality at *Comcast*, **Karen Dougherty Buchholz** serves as Executive Vice President of Administration for Comcast Corporation, Janet Binswanger, and **Kevin Israel**

The OG’s of Cater Waiters, these two have been serving guests for decades: **Joyce Sambuca** and **Dash Merpier**

**Patty Jackson**, WDAS and **Ernest Owens,** Ernest Owens Media

**Paris Fit Philly**, **Alisia Amor,** **Kimberley Murray** and **Melissa Long**

**Sheila Hess,** former City Rep under **Mayor Jim Kenney** (Who btw married his long time love **Letty** **Santarelli**, at the W last week, in a very intimate ceremony), **Jasmine Armstrong,** Visit Philadelphia and **Pierre Jotterand,** GM Sofitel Philadelphia

**Kevin Lessard,** PIDC, **Laura Burkhardt,** executive director of the Avenue of the Arts and **Michael Newmuis,** 2026 Director for Philly

Liberté’s is open Mondays to Thursdays at 12 pm to 11 pm (happy hour 4 pm to 6 pm every day except Saturdays and Sunday), Fridays and Saturdays at 12 pm to 12 am, Sundays at 12 pm to 10 pm. Reservations can now be made on OpenTable.

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Sky-High Rooftop Garden Spring Soirée

Post author By HughE Dillon
Post date May 8, 2024
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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**

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

**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

**Jermaine Jenkins,** Director of Development & Strategic Partnerships at **Design Philadelphia,** **Amira Smith,** producer, creative consultant and **DJ Joshua Lang**, Founder: @bwcsounds | @bwcgarments

Spotted at the Soiree: Content Kings: Bran Flakezz Emre 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! 🔥

Have I photographed you recently at parties, check out my column @ CBSPhilly Or perhaps you’ll show up in Philly Style Magazine or Philly Mag, Main Line Today, monthly or weekly in Philadelphia Tribune.

Have a great day!! Socially Yours HughE, PhillyChitChat

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Spotted: Peyton Manning, Jason Kelce, Bok Bar

Post author By HughE Dillon
Post date April 23, 2024
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Happy Tuesday, spring is in the air, even if it doesn’t feel like it. I see the big tent is in place for the 62nd Edition at the Philadelphia Museum of Art – The Philadelphia Show this week.

Also this is the last weekend for Darnel’s Cafe’s pop up at Bok Bar. Joe Lope and Kyle Cuffie-Scott co-owners of Darnel’s Cafe at Bok Bar Friday night when I stopped by to pick up a delicious BLT sandwich.

Peyton Manning was spotted shopping on Walnut Street Saturday, while in town for his daughter Madison‘s volleyball tournament at the convention center. It was there he ran into Marvin Harrison Sr. a former professional football player who was a wide receiver for 13 seasons with the Indianapolis Colts of the National Football League, playing much of it with quarterback Peyton, was born and lives in Philly. Peyton posted this photo on his IG Sunday.

Have you seen it? Jason Kelce’s new Tesla Truck. Since his retirement he’s been spotted all over town, like our own “Where’s Waldo?” (The Indie Shelf Philly) Monday he was spotted in South Philly getting his haircut.

Jason Kelce pointing out one of his favorite bumper stickers to his hairdresser Libby Hitt, who also shears a few other Eagles heads.

Steve Martorano’s Homecoming 5/18/24
Four-Course Dinner & Dance Party at Rivers Casino

Steve Martorano’s Homecoming – Dinner with live performances by France Joli and Pretty Poison featuring Jade Starling

If you want one of these Ben Franklin stickers head to Philly Goat Co.

The Garces Foundation is holding their annual gala on May 3rd at the Loews Hotel. PhillyChitChat is happy to offer a 25% off code is “GARCES25” to purchase tickets is: https://garcesfoundation.ejoinme.org/purchasetickets

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About Last Night: The Fabulous Franklin Institute Gala, Stylish Scientists and Supporters

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Post date April 19, 2024
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**Jim Dever,** Bank of America and **Dr. Lynn Dever** were co-chairs of the event, which attended by a record number of guests, and raised over a million dollars.

Last night, the Franklin Institute celebrated its 200^th year, The Franklin Institute Awards pays tribute to our namesake and America’s first citizen scientist, Benjamin Franklin, by honoring the greatest minds in science, engineering, and industry, through their boundless creativity and passion for discovery.

2024 Franklin Institute Awards Laureates
David A. Weitz, Ph.D., Harvard University
Lisa Su, Ph.D., AMD
Gabriela S. Schlau-Cohen, Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Paula T. Hammond, Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Janet F. Werker, Ph.D., O.C., FRSC, The University of British Columbia
Paul D. N. Hebert, Ph.D., FRSC, O.C., University of Guelph
Robert M. Metcalfe, Ph.D., The University of Texas at Austin
Joanne Chory, Ph.D., The Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Mary C. Boyce, Ph.D., Columbia University

Spring Gala Season is in full bloom, with events happening nearly every night, all for a good cause.

**Beverly Deavens** and Gregory E. Deavens President and Chief Executive Officer of Independence Blue Cross

Since its inception, The Franklin Institute Awards Program has honored the most influential scientists, engineers, and inventors who have significantly advanced science and technology. The roster of more than 2,000 laureates includes luminaries such as Nikola Tesla, Marie and Pierre Curie, Orville Wright, Thomas Edison, Albert Einstein, Jane Goodall, Stephen Hawking, and more recently, vaccine pioneers Kizzmekia Corbett, Drew Weissman, and Katalin Karikó. Notably, 125 of these laureates have also received the Nobel Prize.

**Hugh Stravick,** Senior Vice President, Client & Community Relations · PNC and **Kristin Stravick**

Hugh and I have a special bond, cause I think we’re the only two in Philly with the same name, who see each other regularly; and on occasion we see Hugh Lavery. SVP of Govt Affairs, Jefferson Health.

**Dara Oliver** and **Doug Oliver**, PECO

**Dr. Nina Radcliff**, Board Certified Anesthesiologist Orange is the new black it’s better than that actually in sequins ! and **Anthony Murray**, my fellow bird watching friend.

**Andrea Freundlich, Jerry Wind** and Barbara Eberlein

**Kimberly Doolittle, Esq** and **Lindsay Craig** exploring the more than life size heart inside the museum.

**Dr. Joan O’Shea,** Neurosurgeon and **Amany Mansour Awad,** Founder, Board Member at Chemistry Rx |Founder and CEO at Bloop

**Larry Dubinski** is the President & CEO of The Franklin Institute greets guests as they arrive at the Franklin Institute

“The 200-year legacy of The Franklin Institute Awards stands as a shining example of our dedication to honoring those who have made significant strides in advancing scientific knowledge,” said Larry Dubinski, President and CEO of The Franklin Institute. “In this milestone year, the Awards Program will celebrate the extraordinary achievements of our 2024 laureates and serve as a reminder of The Franklin Institute’s rich history and its ongoing commitment to shaping the future of science and technology.

**Bonnie Grant,** PCMA Greater Philadelphia Chapter, **Laura Swartz,** Chief Executive Officer and President · World Affairs Council of Philadelphia and **Donna Farrell,** senior vice president of Corporate Communications for *Independence* Blue Cross

Dr. Thanuja Hamilton and Nicholas Perugino (r) enjoying the pre awards reception.

**Vishal Patel** and **Kernika Gupta** – Director – Independence Blue Cross

Additional photos from the event can be seen on CBSPhilly, as well as Main Line Today in the June issue, and Philly Style Magazine in the July Issue.

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Steve Martorano’s Homecoming 5/18/24Four-Course Dinner & Dance Party at Rivers Casino

Steve Martorano’s Homecoming 5/18/24
Four-Course Dinner & Dance Party at Rivers Casino