This year's gala, "Of the People, For the People: A Celebration of American Poetry" consisted of readings from great American poets like Emily Dickinson by actress Meryl Streep and other esteemed poets who read thier own work like John Ashbery and Jorie Graham. Dinner, cocktails, jazz from Larry McKenna and Friends followed the readings and discussion panel.

Morton's Steakhouse in Philadelphia helped raise more than $70,000 to benefit Habitat for Humanity at this November 15th Homecoming Gala event. 250 guests honored Philadelphians who participate, lead and were recipients of Habitat's organization, while bidding on silent auction items like a Bon Jovi autographed guitar and a week-long Nantucket vacation.

Over 500 guests attended this year's Whisky Festival. Attendees sipped on samples of American and Canadian Whisky as well as fine tastings of bourbon, cognac and vodka. Food was provided by Finley Catering and guests enjoyed cigars, golf games and poker.

The Goldenberg Group and Brown Hill Development hosted the VIP preview party for Washington Square's newest prospect The Ayer. Together, the two companies are redeveloping the historic office building into high-end, residential condominiums that will house approximately 56 condominium units, featuring 12 to 14-foot ceilings with magnificent views of Washington Square as well as the entire city landscape.

This week-long competition final party inspired local eateries and bars to create innovative cocktails using Anheuser Busch products. SoleFood won with their Mic-ultra Splash, but party goers enjoyed samples of all the special drink offerings as well as music by DJ Diabolic. Paty photos provided by Cashman & Associates.